Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin  June 26, 2010  14Tammuz 5770  Balak     PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE EXPERIENCING SOME COMPUTER DIFFICULTIES WITH THE BULLETINS.  HOPEFULLY THEY WILL BE CORRECTED SOON.  THANK YOU.   SERVICE SCHEDULES   Friday night   Candlelighting   8:12 p.m.    Mincha   7:00/8:15 p.m. Saturday morning Hashkama         8:00 a.m.      Sanctuary    9:00 a.m. Coffee & commentary                   8:45 a.m. Musaf: Sandy Shapiro Torah Readers: Sam Goldstein, Burt Rubin, Simcha Rubin Usher:  Jake Meyer Rabbi Daniel Cohen: "The Blessing of Dwelling Alone" Latest time to say Shema             9:09 a.m. Latest time to daven Amidah      10:25 a.m. Tot Shabbat & Jr. Cong                10:30 a.m. Daf Yomi:                                        7:10 p.m. Davening Club for boys: 4th, 5th, 6th graders    7:30p.m. Mincha/Seudat Shlishit               7:55 p.m. NEW READING THROUGH THE SUMMER DURING SEUDAT SHLISHIT-"Mesilat Yesharim-Path of the Just" (see additional info) Maariv       9:07 p.m       .Shabbat ends     9:12 p.m. WEEKDAY SCHEDULE  Daf Yomi Sunday       7:45 a.m     .Monday-Friday       7:00 a.m. Shacharit Sunday    7:15/8:30 a.m. Mon-Friday          6:30/7:30 a.m. Mincha Mon        8:15 a.m.         Tues-Fast day        8:00 p.m. Sun-Thurs   8:15 p.m. Candlelighting next Friday    8:12 p.m.  THANKS TO THIS WEEK'S SPONSORS Sanctuary Kiddush by: (meat) an anonymous sponsor with the support of our Men's Club Chapel Kiddush by:(meat) Hecky & Rochel Attar in wishing courageous Bubby Lieberman much luck & harmony on her cross country road trip with her three energetic Bat Mitzvah granddaughters Seudat Shlishit:  the Prophets Class In honor of the completion of the Book of Samuel.  Members of the class will share Divrei Torah Shabbat Shalom Hospital Packages by: Helene Zimmerman in honor of her son, Alan Phillip's birthday &  the Linda Beson Nursing Educational Fund   The Fast of the 17th of Tamuz on Tuesday marks the beginning of the three week period of mourning culminating in Tisha B'Av on Tuesday, July 20th. The Fast begins at 3:35 AM and ends at 9:04 PM. For more information about the significance of the three weeks visit www.ou.org or www.aish.com.  DAVENING CLUB FOR BOYS  A "club" for boys in 4th, 5th & 6th grades With Sandy Shapiro-30 minutes before Shabbat mincha STRAWBERRY PICKING & PICNIC-This Sun, June 27th Back by popular demand!  Enjoy juicy, sun-ripened strawberries fresh off the vine at Jones Farm in Shelton. Afterward we'll all head to a nearby park for a fun afternoon.  Pack a picnic lunch & swimming gear. Join us or support the CAS cycling team (lead by Rabbi Cohen) AT THE STAMFORD FEDERATION'S 3RD ANNUAL BODY & SOUL CYCLE CHALENGE  THIS SUN, JUNE 27TH The challenge includes an easy 15 mile ride, a moderate 30 mile ride,  & a challenging 62 mile ride. Celebrating Israel's 62nd birthday Donate or join www.ujf.org.kingera.org Movie series begins this weekend! (see additional info)    CALLING ALL TEENS! SHABBAT AFTERNOON JUNE 26Th FOR  JR TEENS 7:00 P.M. 6TH-7TH GRADERS Meet for snacks & a chat before Mincha.   TEEN MEET & GREET SEUDAT SHLISHIT WITH JOSH MUNK. Meet our incoming teen advisor, Josh Munk for a special Seudat Shlishit just for teens!  Come hang out, have some great food & give your input for some new teen programs for the upcoming year. Dairy ice cream will be served. Meet  in the shul library just after Mincha. New Tehillim Group starting Wednesday evening, July 14th at 8 PM. Parshat Balak teaches about the power of communal prayer to impact our personal and national destinies. Join this meaningful new opportunity! The group will be held at a private home in Stamford. For more information, contact Sharon Feldstein at sharonfeldstein@gmail.com or Leah Rosenberg at olayolayolayolay@aol.com      CAS ANNOUNCEMENTS   Save the Date!  Thurs, July 2nd 7:00-10:00 p.m. Men's Club Roast & Toast. More information to follow.     Greatest Generation Pre-Shabbat Sing-along and Oneg July 23rd 5:30-7:00 p.m.  Fun! Exciting event with music, singing, light refreshments and stimulating discussions.  More info to follow soon!   SHABBAT AFTERNOON OF PASTRIES, PARENTING & PLAY Sat, July 24th 4:30-6:00 p.m. Hosted by Elliot & Cara Neumann at 25 Chester St Rabbi Cohen will speak on the topic: "First Impressions: Forging Positive Jewish Identity in Children" Games led by a youth leader for toddlers & children.  RSVP suggested to Cara at cara.neumann@yahoo.com GIGANTIC TAG SALE   Sunday, August 8th, 2010, from 9am to 2pm   Congregation Agudath Sholom (Parking Lot) 301 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Stamford       Table rental - $75 for 6-8 ft table.                $50 if you bring your own table.  Car space provided next to your table.   We will also accept donated items (see below).   We will provide a bulletin board for photographs of large items you wish to sell.   We will also provide tax letters for the value of any donations.                                         Acceptable Items  (new or almost new)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Artwork, baby items, books, clothing on hangers, collectibles, games and toys, garden tools, house-wares, hats, scarves, accessories, cosmetics (new), jewelry, lamps and small tables, tools                                                   Unacceptable Items                                                                                                             Worn clothing, worn shoes, linens, pianos, mattresses, sofa beds, car seats, cribs, etc, skis, building materials, large furniture items, stuffed animals, computers                                                   Donation Days/Times   Monday, 6/28  10am - Noon Monday, 7/12  10am - Noon Sunday,  7/18   10am - Noon Sunday,  7/25   10am - Noon Monday, 7/26  10am - Noon   Please note:  We reserve the right to reject any items.   Volunteers are needed.   For additional information or to volunteer, please contact:   Lorraine Kweskin at:  203-322-4273 or email  Lkweskin@aol.com Shelley Senker at:  203-967-1963 or email  shelleys38@aol.com   Refreshments will be available for purchase.    Also note:   JCC Center Women is having a Tag Sale on the same day.  This gives buyers a double opportunity to shop.   · CAS OPEN HOUSE BBQ-Sun, Aug 8th 6:00-8:00 p.m. For         prospective members & Hebrew School students. Come         learn about our new & exciting programs, & events . Come          for a day, stay for a lifetime! · CEMETERY SERVICES-Sun, Sept 12th           9:30 a.m at CAS Old Cemetery, 10:00 a.m.     at the New Cemetery & 10:45 at the Independent Lodge     SUMMER CLASSES · Sun, 9:15 a.m. Bible from the Beginning         Rabbi David Walk-begins 6/27 · Tues, 8:30 a.m. Psalms         Rabbi David Walk-begins 7/6 · Thurs, 8:30 p.m. Talmud Tractate Makot         Rabbi David Walk-begins 7/8 · Fri, 8:15 a.m. Pre-Shabbas Torah Taste        Rabbi Daniel Cohen · Sat, 1 hr before Mincha Perek on the Patio         Rabbi David Walk -begins 7/3   Tamar Gershberg is envisioning  a documentary of her award winning play, "Life Force." If you are interested in this project contact Tamar at tamarcommunication1@yahoo.com   KASHRUT ALERT America's Choice-Berry Blend at A & P This product  bears an unauthorized OU symbol.  The product is being withdrawn from the marketplace.   VAAD HAKASHRUS OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY CHECK OUT THE PRINTED FLYERS FOR IMPORTANT UPDATED INFORMATION ON LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS WHICH ARE UNDER VAAD KOSHER CERTIFICATION.    ·  PHOTO CONTEST Are you going to have the best summer ever?! One explanation for why the Torah was given in a desert is that if the Torah can apply in the desert, it can apply anywhere.  No matter what exciting summer plans you may have, there is a Jewish angle.  Find that angle and send us a photo of an inspiring Jewish moment this summer.  Our distinguished panel of celebrity judges will select winning photos.  It can be a picture of anything that has Jewish meaning; the kotel, a chesed project, a flower, anything.  Include a 3-5 sentence explanation of why this photo has Jewish meaning for you and you may win the grand prize.  Jpeg photos can be sent to jbell@agudathsholom.org All submissions due by August 25th Open to 6th through 12th graders  The winning photographer will receive the grand prize and have the opportunity to share their meaningful summer moment with the shul.  Photos from the contest will be displayed in Agudath Sholom this coming Fall.  Show us your Camera skills! Have a great summer, Your Friendly Panel of Judges  SUMMER MOVIE SERIES Wed, JuNe 30th 7:30 p.m. "lena's 100" ONE OF THE SURVIVORS WILL BE SPEAKING Tues, July 6th 7:30 p.m. "Defiance" Tues, July 13th 7:30 p.m. "Schindler's List" Tues, July 20th 7:30 p.m. "exodus" SCREEN ON THE GREEN   SUMMER KIDZ FLIX   FIRST MOVIE-WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30TH 5:00 P.M. AMERICAN TAIL      COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS  · WOMEN & MEN IN COMMUNAL PRAYER: Halakhic          Perspectives with Rabbi Professor Daniel Sperber          Wed, June 30th 7:30 p.m. at the JCC          Explore approaches to women's participation in          traditional settings as Rabbi Sperber presents a halachic          justification for expanding the role of women in communal prayer. · ANNUAL ENDLESS SUMMER KUMSITZ-Sat, Aug 28th 9:45 p.m. Featuring Sandy Shapiro, Bob Abrams, Michael Feldstein, Jonathan Cahr, Yerachmiel Altizio, Sid Nachman, Rabbi Elly  Krimsky & Simcha Rubin.  Refreshments will be served.  Place to be announced.  · JEWISH HERITAGE DAY AT CITI FIELD-Sun, Aug 29th 1:10 p.m. Mets vs. Astros.  Tickets cost $25 each. Supplies are limited-reserve now!  Contact Nat Samberg at unclenat@optonline.net ¨ MALT 2010 IS ON! . Trip info: Departs Saturday Night 11/27/10 & returns Sunday Morning 12/5/10.  For more info contact Tzvi Bernstein at hfb@zandb.com or Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org .   This summer we're going to be learning Mesilat Yesharim/ Path of the Just at Seudah Shlishit each week.  This a classic of ethical philosophy and personality development by the great Jewish thinker, Reb Moshe Chayim Luzatto.   Written in the mid 18th century it remains the most popular Jewish work on Musar or ethics.   This classic really belongs on the bookshelf of every traditional Jewish home and, therefore, rather than handing out sheets every week, we suggest strongly that everyone buy or print their own copy. English edition (hardcover) available on Amazon.com at $23.07 Paperback on Barnes and Noble for $18.80 Available on line in English for free at http://www.shechem.org/torah/mesyesh/index.htm and in Hebrew at: http://www.shechem.org/torah/mesyesh/hindex.htm These last two can be printed off line for free.   Mesilat Yesharim-From the Glorious Fourth Until Labor Day 7/3- Introduction & Chapter One 7/10-Vigilance- Chapters 2-5 7/17-Alacrity-Chapters 6-9 7/24-Cleanliness-Chapters 10-12 7/31-Abstinence-Chapters 13-15 8/7-Purity- Chapters 16-17 8/14-Piety-Chapters 18-21 8/21-Humility-Chapters 22-23 8/28-Fear of Sin-Chapters 24-25 9/4-Holiness-Chapter 26 & Epilogue     Joanna Bell Congregation Agudath Sholom 203-358-2200

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