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Friday, February 13, 2015

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin

Mishpatim
Shabbat Shekalim

February 14, 2015

25 Shvat 5775

send your submission to bulletin@cas-stamford.org
Schedule
Friday
Mincha5:12 PM
Candles5:07 PM
Saturday
Shacharit8:00 AM
8:45 AM
Latest Shema9:29 AM
Latest Shacharit10:22 AM
Tot Shabbat10:30 AM
Mini Minyan10:30 AM
Jr Cong/BMC10:30 AM
Jr Teen Chat10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law4:15 PM
Daf Yomi4:20 PM
Mincha5:05 PM
Maariv6:04 PM
Shabbat Ends6:09 PM

Shabbat Shalom

What do we want our reputation to be? This week in the news we have seen examples of the truism that a reputation is built over a lifetime but one moral indiscretion destroys one. Thousands of years, before social media, Ethics of Our Fathers taught, "Do not say something we do not want to be heard for in the end it will be heard." No action is private. Every choice reflects our past and determines our future.

In this past week's Man Up class with fathers and sons, we discussed the importance of possessing a shem tov, a good name. Becoming a man means becoming a mensch and understanding the impact of our actions. One fafher shared the following life lesson and inspiring example.

"When I was around 10 or 11, one day a friend and I decided that, as a joke, we would come up to an old woman who we saw walking in the neighborhood and pretend to ask her silly things that she couldn't possibly understand and know the answer to. The woman was hard of hearing and frail and her confusion about our questioning was (embarrassingly) amusing to us so we kept making fun of her. Unbeknownst to me, one of our neighbors saw this encounter and made my parents aware. My parents were flabbergasted and made two important points that I remember to this day:

1. They asked me how would I like it if some kids treated my own grandmother (with whom I was very close and who also was frail and hard of hearing) the way I treated this woman

2.  When I behave in this manner I not only ruin my own reputation but the reputation of my parents and the entire family

As punishment, I had to purchase a few dozen roses from my allowance and stand by the neighborhood supermarket (purposely a public location) all afternoon handing out individual flowers to every older person I saw." A lesson learned and never forgotten.

What do want our reputation to be? How do our actions reflect on our family, community and God?

G-d willing, we will choose a path of morality, courage and righteousness and be the light unto the nations we are destined to be.

Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom
Rabbi Daniel Cohen 

Welcome Rabbi Shlomo Weissman, Director, Beth Din of America. 
He will speak three times:

  • I'll See You in Court: Beth Din as a Forum for Dispute Resolution in Jewish Law 10:30 AM
  • Twenty Years with the Prenup, a Viable Solution to the Agunah Crisis 12:15 PM
  • Eager Booksellers and Sour Pickles: Case Studies from the Beth Din of America 5:30 PM
  • Thank you to Laura Tobin, the host families, and our Young Couples committee for organizing this Shabbat's Pot Luck lunch
  • Thank Senator Blumenthal and urge Senator Murphy to become a cosponsor of the Nuclear Weapon Free Act of 2015 click here to contact the Senators
  • Statement on Vaccinations from the OU and Rabbinical Council of America click here to read
  • Please note Man Up is complete and next session of Matan meets on March 1
  • Welcome to Rabbi Shlomo and Deborah Weissman and their son Moshe who are joining us for Shabbat. Rabbi Weissman is the director of the Beth Din of America.
  • New to the Morgan Library & Museum in NYC. Exceptional exhibit showcasing a contemporary artist working in the medieval tradition to illustrate Hebrew texts click here to read about it
  • Are you going to AIPAC policy conference or interested in attending? For more information, contact Veronica Reich at veronica.reich@gmail.com or Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org. For more information about attending policy conference, visit www.aipac.org.
  • Follow Rabbi Cohen on his You Tube Channel - click here to view
  • Check out the latest RCA Ted Talk Rabbi Dovid Cohen Lessons from a Father of a Special Needs Child. A heartfelt message from Yedidya's dad - a most personal R3CA video. Rabbi Dovid Cohen asks the question, "If I could cure my child's Down Syndrome, would I do it? click here to watch

Rabbi Cohen's Winter Class Update

  • Power of the Prophets  Explore the timeless lessons from the tumultuous stories in the book of Kings 2. Meets Tuesdays from 8:15 AM - 9 AM. Feb. 17 and 24 and March 10 and 17th
  • Depth of Genesis - The Sin and the Fall: Jewish Perspectives and Reverberations for Today Tuesdays 9 AM - 9:45 AM Feb. 17, 24 and March 10 and 17th
  • Parsha Perspectives:  Relevant Messages form the Weekly Torah Portion Tuesdays 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Feb. 17 and 24 and March 10 and 17th.
Service Notes
  • This Friday night, in honor of our Yakar Shabbat, services will be conducted "Carlebach-style"
  • Sanctuary Services will start tomorrow at 8:45 AM for the Yakar Shabbat
Weekday Schedule
Candles Next Friday5:16 PM
Daf YomiSunday 7:45 am, Monday-Friday 7:00 am
ShacharitSunday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM, Monday: 7:00 AM/8:30 AM, Tuesday-Wednesday: 6:30 AM/7:30 AM, Thursday-Friday: 6:20 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaSunday-Thursday: 5:15 PM
MondayPresidents Day
ThursdayRosh Chodesh Adar
FridayRosh Chodesh Adar
Mazal Tov
  • to Stephanie and Bob Sherman on the upcoming wedding of their son Jake to Irene Jefferson
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Shabbat Shalom Hospital PackagesFlossy & Sam Fischel in honor of Ari's promotion with his company - and for Ari, Ellen and Family as they embark on a wonderful adventure and the Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund
Yakar Shabbat KiddushDina and Paul Berger in commemoration of the yahrtzeit of Dina's father, Moshe Meir Ben Avraham David z"l, on 4 Adar
Shabbat Topics & Participants
Shacharit/MusafCantor Rafael Bokow
Torah ReadersBurt Rubin, Ethan Green, Matt Jelen
Daf YomiMark Wagshul
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Guests of Honor
Helene & Harvey Kaminski
Chai Award
Judith Altmann
Community Service Award
Mimi & Saul Cohen
Young Leadership Award
Laura & Seth Tobin

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Yakar Shabbat  Saturday, February 14 - 10:30 AM

Yakar Shabbat

Rabbi Shlomo Weissman
Director, Beth Din of America
Rabbi Weissman is an expert in Jewish civil law, a graduate of Columbia Law School, and former associate with Debevoise and Plimpton LLP.  

CAS Book Breakfast with Rabbi Herbert Cohen February 22  Sunday, February 22 - 9:30 AM

CAS Book Breakfast with Rabbi Herbert Cohen February 22

Book Breakfast with Rabbi Herbert Cohen
Celebrating book launch of his new book - Kosher Movies: A Film Critic Discovers Life Lessons at the Cinema.

CAS Adult Education - Mysteries of the Beit Hamikdash - February 24  Tuesday, February 24 - 7:30 PM

CAS Adult Education - Mysteries of the Beit Hamikdash - February 24

What happened to the Lost Ark?
What music did they play in the Temple?
Explore these and other mysteries of the Beit Hamikdash
Steven Frankel, Education Director, Temple Institute in Jerusalem  

Shabbat Across Stamford  Friday, March 13 - 5:45 PM

Shabbat Across Stamford

Friday night, March 13, Rippowam Middle School
Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
Candle lighting at 5:45 pm, Services at 6:00 pm
A joyous, inspirational Shabbat complete with a delicious kosher dinner, singing and learning. 

CAS Rabbi Ehrenkranz Lecture with Rabbi Blech - March 18  Wednesday, March 18 - 7:30 PM

CAS Rabbi Ehrenkranz Lecture with Rabbi Blech - March 18

In memory of our esteemed Rabbi Joseph Ehrenkranz, of blessed memory, on the occasion of his first Yahrzeit:
Rabbi Benjamin Blech
internationally recognized educator, religious leader, author, and lecturer.
Understanding the Kaddish: How To Change The World 

National Yiddish Theater  Thursday, March 19 - 7:30 PM

National Yiddish Theater

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene presents: From Rosenfeld to Robeson
STARRING Elmore James and Zalmen Mlotek
With a special guest appearance by Cantor Magda Fishman
Temple Beth El, Roxbury Road, Stamford
This concert is presented free of charge to the community by the Holocaust Memorial Committee and the UJF Levy Romanowitz fund, as a tribute to Hesh Romanowitz z''l.

CAS Annual Dinner - March 22  Sunday, March 22 - 5:00 PM

CAS Annual Dinner - March 22

Celebrate our 125th anniversary!
Guests of Honor: Helene & Harvey Kaminski
Chai Award: Judith Altmann
Community Service: Mimi & Saul Cohen
Young Leadership: Laura & Seth Tobin

CAS Youth PJ Movie Night - February 14  Saturday, February 14 - 6:30 PM

CAS Youth PJ Movie Night - February 14

Children in Grades K-4 are invited to a
PJ MOVIE NIGHT

Teenage Shmooze  Thursday, February 19 - 8:00 PM

Teenage Shmooze

Get ready to Soosh and Shmooze!
How do you feel about free sushi?
What about friends?
What about a chance to have real discussions about what it means to be Jewish?
Run for you. Run by you.
This program is being sponsored by NCSY 

CAS Youth 2015 Bar / Bat Mitzvah Classes  Sunday, February 22 - 9:30 AM

CAS Youth 2015 Bar / Bat Mitzvah Classes

Class for boys becoming Bar Mitzvah, led by Rabbi Daniel Cohen & girls becoming Bat Mitzvah, led by Diane Cohen

CAS Youth Junior Cong Shabbaton February 27 -  Friday, February 27 - 5:00 PM

CAS Youth Junior Cong Shabbaton February 27 -

Come join Rabbi Jeiger, Josh and the entire Junior Congregation crew as they take over CAS in conjunction with the YOUTH SHABBAT, for our Fourth annualJunior Congregation Shabbaton!!

Upcoming Events

Shabbat Across Stamford

Friday night, March 13
Rippowam Middle School
381 High Ridge Road

Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Joseph Telushkin

Info: Marcia at (203) 321-1373, ext. 104.

Sign up  www.ujf.org/sas Deadline:  March 6

Sponsored by UJF and the Board of Rabbis in partnership with community organizations.

  • Candle lighting 5:45 pm, Services 6:00 pm
  • A joyous, inspirational Shabbat complete with a delicious kosher dinner, singing and learning.
  • Singles, couples & families welcome!
  • Babysitting and programming for children and teens  provided
  • Join us for dinner - a traditional catered Shabbat meal  (Vegetarian option available. Dietary laws observed) followed by learning - with Rabbi Telushkin

Sponsored by UJF and the Board of Rabbis in partnership with community organizations.

CAS Classes
Week of February 16
TuesdayRabbi Cohen: Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM
Rabbi Cohen: Depth of Genesis - 9:00 AM
Rabbi Cohen: Parsha Perspectives and Paradigms - 12:00 PM
FridayRabbi Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM
CAS Announcements
  • PURIM CONCERT Cantor Raphael Bokow &The Bagels Bob Abrams ~ Tzvi Bernstein ~ Sid Nachman. A relaxed evening of Jewish Israeli and Mexican music at CAS. Light refreshments will be served Wednesday night March 4th at 8:15 pm. after Megillah reading. FREE to the community.
  • SAVE DATE... JOIN US FOR YOUR AGUDATH SHOLOM FAMILY PURIM SEUDAH. Thursday, March 5 5-7:30 PM at CAS. Italian Style Dinner and Games. Costume Parade, Prizes and Fun!
  • IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING We need you to help secure our Synagogue. As you come to the building, please be aware of your surroundings. If you see something out of the ordinary, please let someone know about it. This will keep everyone safe.
  • WELCOME TO OUR SYNAGOGUE PROGRAM Every Shabbat we station ushers at the doors in the sanctuary to welcome people, assist them and enhance the service. We are expanding the usher roles to include a greeter in the lobby from 9-10:30 am. Please join the usher team. We need you and your smile. Info: Mitchell Bell.
  • CAS FREE MEZUZAH CAMPAIGN IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT Bringing Blessings to Jewish Homes. Do you know a neighbor or a friend who lacks a mezuzah? CAS offers a free mezuzah and home visit to post this sacred scroll at the entrance to all Jewish homes in the area. For more info, contact Rabbi Cohen: rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
  • COMMUNITY CHESED HELPERS An important role of the Chesed committee is outreach to the Shul's elderly and homebound, who are often isolated and lack a lifeline to our synagogue. Volunteer to reach out and identify needs, visit, or give a ride. Even small gestures mean a great deal Interested? Vivian Weiss at 203-323-0909 or vivianweiss@gmail.com. If you are aware of elderly or homebound members in need of outreach, please notify Rabbi Cohen.
  • NEW TO STAMFORD AND INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP? Contact Saul Skolnick, Jessie Brand (Jessieoser@gmail.com) or Rabbi Daniel Cohen.
  • WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players needed. Join in on the fun we have every week at 6:00 PM -
Community Announcements
  • #RAISINGTODAYSKIDS - PARENT AND TEACHER EDUCATION SERIES FROM THE JCC SARA WALKER NURSERY SCHOOL How Toddlers and Young Children Thrive. A Lecture by Tovah Klein Ph.D., Director of the Barnard College Center for Toddler Development; Associate Professor of Psychology. Thursday, February 26, 7:30 p.m., at the JCC. Tickets $12 each, $10 for JCC members. Click here to register online. For more information, please contact Sandi Waldstreicher at swaldstreicher@stamfordjcc.org or call (203)322-6541.
  • YOUR FAMILIES CAN GET 40-60 PERCENT OFF JEWISH CAMP! BunkConnect offers families the opportunity to access40-60 percent off at over 75 of the top Jewish overnight camps this summer! Jewish camp makes stronger Jewish communities and develops a deeper engagement for each child - talk about a win-win! Details: www.bunkconnect.org
  • 613 RESTAURANT SPECIAL Enjoy one complimentary appetizer and one complimentary dessert with the purchase of two dinner entrees. This offer valid for dine-in only. Good for lunch or dinner Monday through Thursday, 12 noon to 9pm. Offer expires 2/26/2015. Reservations are suggested. Print or display this offer on your mobile device to your server
  • SOOSH Let Soosh take the stress out of Purim planning so you can enjoy every minute of the holiday. Wow your friends with delicious Soosh Mishloach Manot! Join us at Soosh for a fun and festive Purim meal! Every child in costume will go home with a keepsake gift and every family will get a spin of the Soosh "Wheel of Fortune". Eating your Purim meal at home? We have a great platter selection! Call Soosh today at 203-658-7505.
  • FAIRFIELD COUNTY JEWISH BASEBALL LEAGUE Spring will soon be here and a young person's thoughts turn to baseball. It is time for baseball Register now at 2015 Player Registration. Clinic March 29th. Opening April 12th. Tell all your friends to play. register www.fccjbl.org. info: Eric Fanwick "The Commissioner" at info@fccjbl.org.
  • RABBI YAKOV HOROWITZ TO SPEAK AT THIS YEAR'S CHEVRA KADISHA EVENT; DINNER TO BE DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF RABBI JOSEPH EHRENKRANZ Rabbi Yakov Horowitz, the founder and dean of Yeshiva Darchei Noam, and founder and Director of Project Y.E.S. (Youth Enrichment Services), will be this year's featured speaker at the annual Chevra Kadisha Dinner, to be held at Congregation Agudath Sholom on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 6PM. His topic will be "Living a More Inspired Life: How to Create a Kiddush Hashem Every Day." The cost of attending the dinner is $36 a person. Sponsorships are also available at $180, which entitles one to two dinner reservations and can be made in memory of a loved one. Info and signup: Rica Lieberman at ricalieberman@yahoo.com.
  • SOY SEFORIM SALE IS FROM FEBRUARY 1 TO MARCH 1 Founded in 1964, The Seforim sale continues to bring an amazing selection of titles to the greater Jewish community to this day. The proceeds of the sale go to fund student initiatives at Yeshiva University. To learn more: :blogs.yu.edu/news/2015/01/14/yeshiva-universitys-annual-seforim-sale-3/
  • JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL OF CT Please join us on Wednesday, March 11th at 7:30 pm at the Stamford JCC to hear about how JHSC is thriving in our new space in Stamford. Come learn more about our outstanding faculty and students and our rigorous and expansive academic program. For more information, please visit our website: www.jhsct.org or contact us: 203-357-0850 or srich@jhsct.org
  • YOUNG ISRAEL OF STAMFORD'S DOUBLE CHAI CELEBRATION BRUNCH. Rabbi Naftali Wolfe is our Guest of Honor, Leah and Rabbi Moshe Shemtov are receiving the Community Service Award, and David Nachman is being recognized as the youth honoree. The brunch will be held on Sunday, March 8 at 11:00am at the Crowne Plaza in Stamford. To RSVP for the brunch or to place an ad in the journal before the February 20th deadline, please visit the YI of Stamford website at http://www.yistamford.org. If you have any questions, please email yisbrunch2015@gmail.com.
  • SPECIAL EVENT! We are proud to serve as a co-sponsor of The National Yiddish Theatre-- Folksbeine From Rosenfeld to Robeson. on March 19, 2015, 7:30 p.m.(In English and Yiddish with English translation supertitles; No Yiddish knowledge necessary.) Starring international opera star, Elmore James, Artistic director of Folksbeine, Zalmen Mlotek. This new concert breathes fresh life into songs of revolutionary poets and Holocaust-era Partisans, Classic Yiddish songs and Broadway favorites. Presented free of charge to the community as a tribute to Hesh Romanowitz z"l. Info: goo.gl/WZP8Yk
  • JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOOK TALKS Held at the JCC. Wednesday, February 18 - 10:00 AM. An Officer and A Spy - by Robert Harris Presenter: Peter Lilienthal. A fictional account of the Dreyfus Affair of 1895, portraying this historical cospiracy with all its intrigue and infamy. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 @ 10:00 AM. Suddenly Love - by Aharon Appelfeld Presenter: Bob Abrams.Set in Israel, this is a novel of two lonely people who come together amidst memories of their pasts and the challenges of the present.
  • JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY EVENT Sunday, March 29 @ 1:30 P.M.Program at Temple Sinai, 458 Lakeside Drive, Stamford. Marc Chagall's Granddaughter - Bella Meyer Free and Open to the public.
  • JFS LET'S TALK- Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Thursdays, Feb. 12th - March 26th. Don't miss this opportunity to meet new people or deepen your friendship with those you already know, as we engage in meaningful conversation about a wide variety of topics that are important in our lives. Topics may range from how to live a fulfilling life, creating healthy relationships, savoring our cherished memories, to embracing changing life circumstances. All will be encouraged to express their feelings and experiences related to the themes that emerge in a safe and supportive environment. Led by a facilitator from Jewish Family Service, free of charge, at the Stamford JCC, 035 Newfield Avenue. For more information, contact Eve Moskowitz, JFS Director of Clinical Services at 201-921-4161.
  • JFS DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm in Westport For adults who would like to discuss all aspects of separation and divorce, JFS will be restarting a support group on Tuesday, January 20th and ending on February 24th in the JFS Westport office, 431 Post Road E. Suite 11. The fee will be $10 per session or $50 for six sessions. You must register to attend by contacting Rebekah Kanefsky at rkanefsky@ctjfs.org or call at 203-921-4161.
  • JFS LIFE TRANSITIONS Wednesdays at 11:00 am Support group for the unemployed at the Stamford JFS office, 733 Summer Street, 6th Floor. The focus of the group is to provide a forum to discuss and explore the concerns and issues related to job loss and to find alternative solutions for career satisfaction. The group is a collaborative effort between JFS Counseling and Employment & Training Departments. To register or for more information, please contact Rosemarie Delia at 203-921-4161 or email at rdelia@ctjfs.org
  • JFS BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT -- Tuesdays at 11:00 amAre you searching for a safe haven to explore your thoughts and feelings about grief? JFS provides an environment of emotional, physical, and spiritual support. For information, contact Rosemarie Delia at(203) 921-4161orrdelia@ctjfs.org
  • JFS CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP-Sundays at 2:00 pm beginning February 15th- March 29thDo you find yourself "sandwiched" between the needs of your children and your parents? JFS is offering an open forum to provide support and help in dealing with the difficulties and stresses of caring for two generations. A small fee of $10/session or $50 for six sessions will be charged. Group will be held at the JFS Westport office, 431 Post Road E., Westport. The facilitator will be Rona Wall, LCSW. For more information or to register, please contact Rebekah Kanefsky at203-921-4161or emailrkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE (JFS) IS BEGINNING A NEW BRAIN FITNESS PROGRAM, in which trained volunteers will work with clients in early stage dementia or Alzheimer's, in the client's home. An aide or family member will be present. The Brain Fitness initiative will last for 10 weeks for each client. The first volunteer training is scheduled for late February. If you are interested in being trained as a volunteer, or for more information, contact Caroline Temlock Teichman atcrt3333@aol.com.
  • CYCLE FOR UNITY AND NAOMI BOUTIQUE KOSHER TOURS PRESENT THE ULTIMATE GOURMET BIKING EXPERIENCE IN TUSCANY: April 28-May 5, 2015 Ride like the wind, eat like a king and raise funds for the charity of your choice. Check here for details and registration information: http://cycleforunity.org/tuscany_2015/
  • DO A MITZVAH! CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY BY PURCHASING MITZVAH BASKETS AND/OR MITZVAH CENTERPIECES INSTEAD OF FLOWERS FOR YOUR NEXT SIMCHA AT CAS. DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY HAVE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 1000 since the recession. With this tremendous upsurge in use, JFS is constantly challenged to keep the food pantry full. Your generosity enables JFS to help those in our community in their greatest moments of need.
  • FREE CHILDREN'S BOOKS IN HEBREW TO FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN BETWEEN THE AGES 2-8 The goal of Sifriyat Pijama B'America is to enhance knowledge and affinity for Jewish values from a young age and to retain a strong Jewish identity and appreciation of Hebrew. SP-BA provides an opportunity for families to create a tradition of reading bedtime stories in Hebrew and engaging in meaningful conversations. Info: www.sp-ba.org/online-registration
  • LINKING GENERATIONS OF THE SHOAH-Our 2nd Generation Group began in July 2012. We are a group of approximately fifty members ranging in age from 40 and up and we come from all over CT and Westchester County. Our monthly meetings take place in Westport, CT (usually at the UJA offices) every second Tuesday of the month. Spouses of 2G members as well as 3rd Generation often attend our general meetings. Please come and join us. For further contact information call: Ann Cohn at 203-762-0058 (home) or 203-984-6667 (cell).
  • THE MA'AYANOT YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND DINNER will take place on Saturday night, March 7, 2015 at 8:30 p.m. at Congregation Keter Torah in Teaneck. Please join us in honoring Rena and Menachem Schnaidman with our Keter Shem Tov Award, Chani and David Moss as our Amudei Ma'ayanot Honorees, Sharon and Ari Wieder as Parents of the Year, and Rabbi Donny Besser as Teacher of the Year. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Pam Ennis at 201-833-4307, ext. 265.
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Abraham ben Miriam Rachel
  • Ami ben Sara
  • Avraham Shmuel ben Sheyna
  • Bela Devora bat Rachel
  • Chaim Avram ben Leah
  • Chaim Yechiel ben Malka
  • Chana Liba bat Yaakova
  • Chana bat Shulamit
  • Chaya Priva bat Leah
  • Chaya Sarah Tzipporah bat Esther
  • Chia Sorila Bat bat Fagey Devorah
  • David ben Chaya
  • Dinah bat Esther
  • Eitan ben Sarah
  • Eliahu Aharon ben Yocheved Irta Etel
  • Esther Rachel Bat Chava bat Chava
  • Hadassah Esther bat Bat Chava Leah
  • Hennia bat Musah
  • Leah bat Bayla
  • Maya bat Shoshy
  • Moshe Baruch ben Chaya Sara
  • Moshe ben Ben Marcelle
  • Naomi Devorah bat Mindel
  • Nira bat Rachel
  • Rayna bat Necha
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Ruth Leah bat Zahava
  • Sarah Rivka bat Channah Rachel
  • Sarah bat Etta Ziesel
  • Shmuel Yeruchim ben Beyla
  • Smadar Rut bat Chana
  • Yochanan ben Alisa
  • Yosef Fishel ben Miriam Zlata
  • Zahava bat Chaya Sara
  • Ze'ev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
Sisterhood Gift Shop

SYLVIA'S CAS SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP Wednesday 2-4 PM & Thursday 12-2pm, 

CAS Youth
Thank You/ Hakarat Hatov/ Welcome Corner

Thank you to Rad and the maintenance crew for all they do for the Youth of our shul!!

This weekend....

vFriday night High School teen oneg at YI at 9 pm.

Saturday night - Movie in PJS -Join us at 6:45-9 pm in your PJS! Movie/ snacks and ice cream!!! (Grades k-4)!

- Mishna and Hot Cocoa this Shabbat with Rabbi Jeiger starting Chapter 3 of Mishna Brachot. If you would like to sponsor a week of Mishna in honor of someone or something special please let us know.

-Tot Shabbat will be led by Morahs Irene, Danielle and Simone in the Youth Classroom at 10:30 am.

-Mini Minyan will be led by Morahs Debbie, Rivka and Devorah this week in the library at 10:30 am.

- Jr. Cong. will be led by Josh and Morahs Carly and Nicole this week in the Chapel at 10:30 am.

-Bnai Mitzvah Club will be led by Rabbi Parhi this week in the Social Hall at 10:30 am.

-Jr Teen Chat will be led by Daniella this week in the Simcha Room at 10:30 am.

Full Teen Minyan Schedule:

Feb. 21 and 28

March 7 and 28

May 2, 25 and 30

June 13

Coming Soon:

February 27-28 - Jr. Congregation Shabbaton - first 50 signups get a free prize - sign up online!

March 4th - Purim Experience with Jonathan Cahr and Rachel Bahar - during the adult Megillah reading. Also join us to package and deliver Mishloach Manot for seniors at the Atria.

March 22nd - SOOSH NIGHT OUT for BMC (grades 5-6)- more info. to follow

If you would like to celebrate your child's birthday or special accomplishment by sponsoring a special "kiddush" or a Mishna and Hot Cocoa in their honor, please email me atrabbijeiger@hotmail.com

If you would like to help support the Youth Department, please visit http://youth.cas-stamford.org/giving for all of our sponsorship opportunities.

Shabbat Shalom!Rabbi Jeigerm, Daniella Lieberman
CAS Teens
So Many Events: All of them Amazing.
from Daniella Lieberman
1) NCSY Soosh & Shmooze tonight at 8pm! See you at Soosh!
2) Jr. Teen Chat this Shabbat Morning at 10:30!
3) NCSY Roadshow is coming to Stamford March 7th!
* SATURDAY NIGHT ACTIVITY YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS (Hint: Limos are involved)
4) NCSY PURIM EXTRAVAGANZA
March 4th (Details to follow but trust me, it's going to be great!)
5) CAS Purim Seduah!
March 5th - Join your family and have a blast (Details to follow)
6) Now introducing.... JR NCSY! If you're in 6th-8th grade get ready to have the time of your life March 8th (details to follow)!
Can't wait to see you all!
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Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin

Mishpatim
Shabbat Shekalim

February 14, 2015

25 Shvat 5775

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Schedule
Friday
Mincha5:12 PM
Candles5:07 PM
Saturday
Shacharit8:00 AM
8:45 AM
Latest Shema9:29 AM
Latest Shacharit10:22 AM
Tot Shabbat10:30 AM
Mini Minyan10:30 AM
Jr Cong/BMC10:30 AM
Jr Teen Chat10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law4:15 PM
Daf Yomi4:20 PM
Mincha5:05 PM
Maariv6:04 PM
Shabbat Ends6:09 PM

Shabbat Shalom

What do we want our reputation to be? This week in the news we have seen examples of the truism that a reputation is built over a lifetime but one moral indiscretion destroys one. Thousands of years, before social media, Ethics of Our Fathers taught, "Do not say something we do not want to be heard for in the end it will be heard." No action is private. Every choice reflects our past and determines our future.

In this past week's Man Up class with fathers and sons, we discussed the importance of possessing a shem tov, a good name. Becoming a man means becoming a mensch and understanding the impact of our actions. One fafher shared the following life lesson and inspiring example.

"When I was around 10 or 11, one day a friend and I decided that, as a joke, we would come up to an old woman who we saw walking in the neighborhood and pretend to ask her silly things that she couldn't possibly understand and know the answer to. The woman was hard of hearing and frail and her confusion about our questioning was (embarrassingly) amusing to us so we kept making fun of her. Unbeknownst to me, one of our neighbors saw this encounter and made my parents aware. My parents were flabbergasted and made two important points that I remember to this day:

1. They asked me how would I like it if some kids treated my own grandmother (with whom I was very close and who also was frail and hard of hearing) the way I treated this woman

2.  When I behave in this manner I not only ruin my own reputation but the reputation of my parents and the entire family

As punishment, I had to purchase a few dozen roses from my allowance and stand by the neighborhood supermarket (purposely a public location) all afternoon handing out individual flowers to every older person I saw." A lesson learned and never forgotten.

What do want our reputation to be? How do our actions reflect on our family, community and God?

G-d willing, we will choose a path of morality, courage and righteousness and be the light unto the nations we are destined to be.

Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom
Rabbi Daniel Cohen 

Welcome Rabbi Shlomo Weissman, Director, Beth Din of America. 
He will speak three times:

  • I'll See You in Court: Beth Din as a Forum for Dispute Resolution in Jewish Law 10:30 AM
  • Twenty Years with the Prenup, a Viable Solution to the Agunah Crisis 12:15 PM
  • Eager Booksellers and Sour Pickles: Case Studies from the Beth Din of America 5:30 PM
  • Thank you to Laura Tobin, the host families, and our Young Couples committee for organizing this Shabbat's Pot Luck lunch
  • Thank Senator Blumenthal and urge Senator Murphy to become a cosponsor of the Nuclear Weapon Free Act of 2015 click here to contact the Senators
  • Statement on Vaccinations from the OU and Rabbinical Council of America click here to read
  • Please note Man Up is complete and next session of Matan meets on March 1
  • Welcome to Rabbi Shlomo and Deborah Weissman and their son Moshe who are joining us for Shabbat. Rabbi Weissman is the director of the Beth Din of America.
  • New to the Morgan Library & Museum in NYC. Exceptional exhibit showcasing a contemporary artist working in the medieval tradition to illustrate Hebrew texts click here to read about it
  • Are you going to AIPAC policy conference or interested in attending? For more information, contact Veronica Reich at veronica.reich@gmail.com or Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org. For more information about attending policy conference, visit www.aipac.org.
  • Follow Rabbi Cohen on his You Tube Channel - click here to view
  • Check out the latest RCA Ted Talk Rabbi Dovid Cohen Lessons from a Father of a Special Needs Child. A heartfelt message from Yedidya's dad - a most personal R3CA video. Rabbi Dovid Cohen asks the question, "If I could cure my child's Down Syndrome, would I do it? click here to watch

Rabbi Cohen's Winter Class Update

  • Power of the Prophets  Explore the timeless lessons from the tumultuous stories in the book of Kings 2. Meets Tuesdays from 8:15 AM - 9 AM. Feb. 17 and 24 and March 10 and 17th
  • Depth of Genesis - The Sin and the Fall: Jewish Perspectives and Reverberations for Today Tuesdays 9 AM - 9:45 AM Feb. 17, 24 and March 10 and 17th
  • Parsha Perspectives:  Relevant Messages form the Weekly Torah Portion Tuesdays 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Feb. 17 and 24 and March 10 and 17th.
Service Notes
  • This Friday night, in honor of our Yakar Shabbat, services will be conducted "Carlebach-style"
  • Sanctuary Services will start tomorrow at 8:45 AM for the Yakar Shabbat
Weekday Schedule
Candles Next Friday5:16 PM
Daf YomiSunday 7:45 am, Monday-Friday 7:00 am
ShacharitSunday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM, Monday: 7:00 AM/8:30 AM, Tuesday-Wednesday: 6:30 AM/7:30 AM, Thursday-Friday: 6:20 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaSunday-Thursday: 5:15 PM
MondayPresidents Day
ThursdayRosh Chodesh Adar
FridayRosh Chodesh Adar
Mazal Tov
  • to Stephanie and Bob Sherman on the upcoming wedding of their son Jake to Irene Jefferson
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Shabbat Shalom Hospital PackagesFlossy & Sam Fischel in honor of Ari's promotion with his company - and for Ari, Ellen and Family as they embark on a wonderful adventure and the Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund
Yakar Shabbat KiddushDina and Paul Berger in commemoration of the yahrtzeit of Dina's father, Moshe Meir Ben Avraham David z"l, on 4 Adar
Shabbat Topics & Participants
Shacharit/MusafCantor Rafael Bokow
Torah ReadersBurt Rubin, Ethan Green, Matt Jelen
Daf YomiMark Wagshul
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Guests of Honor
Helene & Harvey Kaminski
Chai Award
Judith Altmann
Community Service Award
Mimi & Saul Cohen
Young Leadership Award
Laura & Seth Tobin

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Yakar Shabbat  Saturday, February 14 - 10:30 AM

Yakar Shabbat

Rabbi Shlomo Weissman
Director, Beth Din of America
Rabbi Weissman is an expert in Jewish civil law, a graduate of Columbia Law School, and former associate with Debevoise and Plimpton LLP.  

CAS Book Breakfast with Rabbi Herbert Cohen February 22  Sunday, February 22 - 9:30 AM

CAS Book Breakfast with Rabbi Herbert Cohen February 22

Book Breakfast with Rabbi Herbert Cohen
Celebrating book launch of his new book - Kosher Movies: A Film Critic Discovers Life Lessons at the Cinema.

CAS Adult Education - Mysteries of the Beit Hamikdash - February 24  Tuesday, February 24 - 7:30 PM

CAS Adult Education - Mysteries of the Beit Hamikdash - February 24

What happened to the Lost Ark?
What music did they play in the Temple?
Explore these and other mysteries of the Beit Hamikdash
Steven Frankel, Education Director, Temple Institute in Jerusalem  

Shabbat Across Stamford  Friday, March 13 - 5:45 PM

Shabbat Across Stamford

Friday night, March 13, Rippowam Middle School
Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
Candle lighting at 5:45 pm, Services at 6:00 pm
A joyous, inspirational Shabbat complete with a delicious kosher dinner, singing and learning. 

CAS Rabbi Ehrenkranz Lecture with Rabbi Blech - March 18  Wednesday, March 18 - 7:30 PM

CAS Rabbi Ehrenkranz Lecture with Rabbi Blech - March 18

In memory of our esteemed Rabbi Joseph Ehrenkranz, of blessed memory, on the occasion of his first Yahrzeit:
Rabbi Benjamin Blech
internationally recognized educator, religious leader, author, and lecturer.
Understanding the Kaddish: How To Change The World 

National Yiddish Theater  Thursday, March 19 - 7:30 PM

National Yiddish Theater

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene presents: From Rosenfeld to Robeson
STARRING Elmore James and Zalmen Mlotek
With a special guest appearance by Cantor Magda Fishman
Temple Beth El, Roxbury Road, Stamford
This concert is presented free of charge to the community by the Holocaust Memorial Committee and the UJF Levy Romanowitz fund, as a tribute to Hesh Romanowitz z''l.

CAS Annual Dinner - March 22  Sunday, March 22 - 5:00 PM

CAS Annual Dinner - March 22

Celebrate our 125th anniversary!
Guests of Honor: Helene & Harvey Kaminski
Chai Award: Judith Altmann
Community Service: Mimi & Saul Cohen
Young Leadership: Laura & Seth Tobin

CAS Youth PJ Movie Night - February 14  Saturday, February 14 - 6:30 PM

CAS Youth PJ Movie Night - February 14

Children in Grades K-4 are invited to a
PJ MOVIE NIGHT

Teenage Shmooze  Thursday, February 19 - 8:00 PM

Teenage Shmooze

Get ready to Soosh and Shmooze!
How do you feel about free sushi?
What about friends?
What about a chance to have real discussions about what it means to be Jewish?
Run for you. Run by you.
This program is being sponsored by NCSY 

CAS Youth 2015 Bar / Bat Mitzvah Classes  Sunday, February 22 - 9:30 AM

CAS Youth 2015 Bar / Bat Mitzvah Classes

Class for boys becoming Bar Mitzvah, led by Rabbi Daniel Cohen & girls becoming Bat Mitzvah, led by Diane Cohen

CAS Youth Junior Cong Shabbaton February 27 -  Friday, February 27 - 5:00 PM

CAS Youth Junior Cong Shabbaton February 27 -

Come join Rabbi Jeiger, Josh and the entire Junior Congregation crew as they take over CAS in conjunction with the YOUTH SHABBAT, for our Fourth annualJunior Congregation Shabbaton!!

Upcoming Events

Shabbat Across Stamford

Friday night, March 13
Rippowam Middle School
381 High Ridge Road

Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Joseph Telushkin

Info: Marcia at (203) 321-1373, ext. 104.

Sign up  www.ujf.org/sas Deadline:  March 6

Sponsored by UJF and the Board of Rabbis in partnership with community organizations.

  • Candle lighting 5:45 pm, Services 6:00 pm
  • A joyous, inspirational Shabbat complete with a delicious kosher dinner, singing and learning.
  • Singles, couples & families welcome!
  • Babysitting and programming for children and teens  provided
  • Join us for dinner - a traditional catered Shabbat meal  (Vegetarian option available. Dietary laws observed) followed by learning - with Rabbi Telushkin

Sponsored by UJF and the Board of Rabbis in partnership with community organizations.

CAS Classes
Week of February 16
TuesdayRabbi Cohen: Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM
Rabbi Cohen: Depth of Genesis - 9:00 AM
Rabbi Cohen: Parsha Perspectives and Paradigms - 12:00 PM
FridayRabbi Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM
CAS Announcements
  • PURIM CONCERT Cantor Raphael Bokow &The Bagels Bob Abrams ~ Tzvi Bernstein ~ Sid Nachman. A relaxed evening of Jewish Israeli and Mexican music at CAS. Light refreshments will be served Wednesday night March 4th at 8:15 pm. after Megillah reading. FREE to the community.
  • SAVE DATE... JOIN US FOR YOUR AGUDATH SHOLOM FAMILY PURIM SEUDAH. Thursday, March 5 5-7:30 PM at CAS. Italian Style Dinner and Games. Costume Parade, Prizes and Fun!
  • IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING We need you to help secure our Synagogue. As you come to the building, please be aware of your surroundings. If you see something out of the ordinary, please let someone know about it. This will keep everyone safe.
  • WELCOME TO OUR SYNAGOGUE PROGRAM Every Shabbat we station ushers at the doors in the sanctuary to welcome people, assist them and enhance the service. We are expanding the usher roles to include a greeter in the lobby from 9-10:30 am. Please join the usher team. We need you and your smile. Info: Mitchell Bell.
  • CAS FREE MEZUZAH CAMPAIGN IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT Bringing Blessings to Jewish Homes. Do you know a neighbor or a friend who lacks a mezuzah? CAS offers a free mezuzah and home visit to post this sacred scroll at the entrance to all Jewish homes in the area. For more info, contact Rabbi Cohen: rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
  • COMMUNITY CHESED HELPERS An important role of the Chesed committee is outreach to the Shul's elderly and homebound, who are often isolated and lack a lifeline to our synagogue. Volunteer to reach out and identify needs, visit, or give a ride. Even small gestures mean a great deal Interested? Vivian Weiss at 203-323-0909 or vivianweiss@gmail.com. If you are aware of elderly or homebound members in need of outreach, please notify Rabbi Cohen.
  • NEW TO STAMFORD AND INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP? Contact Saul Skolnick, Jessie Brand (Jessieoser@gmail.com) or Rabbi Daniel Cohen.
  • WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players needed. Join in on the fun we have every week at 6:00 PM -
Community Announcements
  • #RAISINGTODAYSKIDS - PARENT AND TEACHER EDUCATION SERIES FROM THE JCC SARA WALKER NURSERY SCHOOL How Toddlers and Young Children Thrive. A Lecture by Tovah Klein Ph.D., Director of the Barnard College Center for Toddler Development; Associate Professor of Psychology. Thursday, February 26, 7:30 p.m., at the JCC. Tickets $12 each, $10 for JCC members. Click here to register online. For more information, please contact Sandi Waldstreicher at swaldstreicher@stamfordjcc.org or call (203)322-6541.
  • YOUR FAMILIES CAN GET 40-60 PERCENT OFF JEWISH CAMP! BunkConnect offers families the opportunity to access40-60 percent off at over 75 of the top Jewish overnight camps this summer! Jewish camp makes stronger Jewish communities and develops a deeper engagement for each child - talk about a win-win! Details: www.bunkconnect.org
  • 613 RESTAURANT SPECIAL Enjoy one complimentary appetizer and one complimentary dessert with the purchase of two dinner entrees. This offer valid for dine-in only. Good for lunch or dinner Monday through Thursday, 12 noon to 9pm. Offer expires 2/26/2015. Reservations are suggested. Print or display this offer on your mobile device to your server
  • SOOSH Let Soosh take the stress out of Purim planning so you can enjoy every minute of the holiday. Wow your friends with delicious Soosh Mishloach Manot! Join us at Soosh for a fun and festive Purim meal! Every child in costume will go home with a keepsake gift and every family will get a spin of the Soosh "Wheel of Fortune". Eating your Purim meal at home? We have a great platter selection! Call Soosh today at 203-658-7505.
  • FAIRFIELD COUNTY JEWISH BASEBALL LEAGUE Spring will soon be here and a young person's thoughts turn to baseball. It is time for baseball Register now at 2015 Player Registration. Clinic March 29th. Opening April 12th. Tell all your friends to play. register www.fccjbl.org. info: Eric Fanwick "The Commissioner" at info@fccjbl.org.
  • RABBI YAKOV HOROWITZ TO SPEAK AT THIS YEAR'S CHEVRA KADISHA EVENT; DINNER TO BE DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF RABBI JOSEPH EHRENKRANZ Rabbi Yakov Horowitz, the founder and dean of Yeshiva Darchei Noam, and founder and Director of Project Y.E.S. (Youth Enrichment Services), will be this year's featured speaker at the annual Chevra Kadisha Dinner, to be held at Congregation Agudath Sholom on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 6PM. His topic will be "Living a More Inspired Life: How to Create a Kiddush Hashem Every Day." The cost of attending the dinner is $36 a person. Sponsorships are also available at $180, which entitles one to two dinner reservations and can be made in memory of a loved one. Info and signup: Rica Lieberman at ricalieberman@yahoo.com.
  • SOY SEFORIM SALE IS FROM FEBRUARY 1 TO MARCH 1 Founded in 1964, The Seforim sale continues to bring an amazing selection of titles to the greater Jewish community to this day. The proceeds of the sale go to fund student initiatives at Yeshiva University. To learn more: :blogs.yu.edu/news/2015/01/14/yeshiva-universitys-annual-seforim-sale-3/
  • JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL OF CT Please join us on Wednesday, March 11th at 7:30 pm at the Stamford JCC to hear about how JHSC is thriving in our new space in Stamford. Come learn more about our outstanding faculty and students and our rigorous and expansive academic program. For more information, please visit our website: www.jhsct.org or contact us: 203-357-0850 or srich@jhsct.org
  • YOUNG ISRAEL OF STAMFORD'S DOUBLE CHAI CELEBRATION BRUNCH. Rabbi Naftali Wolfe is our Guest of Honor, Leah and Rabbi Moshe Shemtov are receiving the Community Service Award, and David Nachman is being recognized as the youth honoree. The brunch will be held on Sunday, March 8 at 11:00am at the Crowne Plaza in Stamford. To RSVP for the brunch or to place an ad in the journal before the February 20th deadline, please visit the YI of Stamford website at http://www.yistamford.org. If you have any questions, please email yisbrunch2015@gmail.com.
  • SPECIAL EVENT! We are proud to serve as a co-sponsor of The National Yiddish Theatre-- Folksbeine From Rosenfeld to Robeson. on March 19, 2015, 7:30 p.m.(In English and Yiddish with English translation supertitles; No Yiddish knowledge necessary.) Starring international opera star, Elmore James, Artistic director of Folksbeine, Zalmen Mlotek. This new concert breathes fresh life into songs of revolutionary poets and Holocaust-era Partisans, Classic Yiddish songs and Broadway favorites. Presented free of charge to the community as a tribute to Hesh Romanowitz z"l. Info: goo.gl/WZP8Yk
  • JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOOK TALKS Held at the JCC. Wednesday, February 18 - 10:00 AM. An Officer and A Spy - by Robert Harris Presenter: Peter Lilienthal. A fictional account of the Dreyfus Affair of 1895, portraying this historical cospiracy with all its intrigue and infamy. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 @ 10:00 AM. Suddenly Love - by Aharon Appelfeld Presenter: Bob Abrams.Set in Israel, this is a novel of two lonely people who come together amidst memories of their pasts and the challenges of the present.
  • JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY EVENT Sunday, March 29 @ 1:30 P.M.Program at Temple Sinai, 458 Lakeside Drive, Stamford. Marc Chagall's Granddaughter - Bella Meyer Free and Open to the public.
  • JFS LET'S TALK- Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Thursdays, Feb. 12th - March 26th. Don't miss this opportunity to meet new people or deepen your friendship with those you already know, as we engage in meaningful conversation about a wide variety of topics that are important in our lives. Topics may range from how to live a fulfilling life, creating healthy relationships, savoring our cherished memories, to embracing changing life circumstances. All will be encouraged to express their feelings and experiences related to the themes that emerge in a safe and supportive environment. Led by a facilitator from Jewish Family Service, free of charge, at the Stamford JCC, 035 Newfield Avenue. For more information, contact Eve Moskowitz, JFS Director of Clinical Services at 201-921-4161.
  • JFS DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm in Westport For adults who would like to discuss all aspects of separation and divorce, JFS will be restarting a support group on Tuesday, January 20th and ending on February 24th in the JFS Westport office, 431 Post Road E. Suite 11. The fee will be $10 per session or $50 for six sessions. You must register to attend by contacting Rebekah Kanefsky at rkanefsky@ctjfs.org or call at 203-921-4161.
  • JFS LIFE TRANSITIONS Wednesdays at 11:00 am Support group for the unemployed at the Stamford JFS office, 733 Summer Street, 6th Floor. The focus of the group is to provide a forum to discuss and explore the concerns and issues related to job loss and to find alternative solutions for career satisfaction. The group is a collaborative effort between JFS Counseling and Employment & Training Departments. To register or for more information, please contact Rosemarie Delia at 203-921-4161 or email at rdelia@ctjfs.org
  • JFS BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT -- Tuesdays at 11:00 amAre you searching for a safe haven to explore your thoughts and feelings about grief? JFS provides an environment of emotional, physical, and spiritual support. For information, contact Rosemarie Delia at(203) 921-4161orrdelia@ctjfs.org
  • JFS CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP-Sundays at 2:00 pm beginning February 15th- March 29thDo you find yourself "sandwiched" between the needs of your children and your parents? JFS is offering an open forum to provide support and help in dealing with the difficulties and stresses of caring for two generations. A small fee of $10/session or $50 for six sessions will be charged. Group will be held at the JFS Westport office, 431 Post Road E., Westport. The facilitator will be Rona Wall, LCSW. For more information or to register, please contact Rebekah Kanefsky at203-921-4161or emailrkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE (JFS) IS BEGINNING A NEW BRAIN FITNESS PROGRAM, in which trained volunteers will work with clients in early stage dementia or Alzheimer's, in the client's home. An aide or family member will be present. The Brain Fitness initiative will last for 10 weeks for each client. The first volunteer training is scheduled for late February. If you are interested in being trained as a volunteer, or for more information, contact Caroline Temlock Teichman atcrt3333@aol.com.
  • CYCLE FOR UNITY AND NAOMI BOUTIQUE KOSHER TOURS PRESENT THE ULTIMATE GOURMET BIKING EXPERIENCE IN TUSCANY: April 28-May 5, 2015 Ride like the wind, eat like a king and raise funds for the charity of your choice. Check here for details and registration information: http://cycleforunity.org/tuscany_2015/
  • DO A MITZVAH! CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY BY PURCHASING MITZVAH BASKETS AND/OR MITZVAH CENTERPIECES INSTEAD OF FLOWERS FOR YOUR NEXT SIMCHA AT CAS. DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY HAVE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 1000 since the recession. With this tremendous upsurge in use, JFS is constantly challenged to keep the food pantry full. Your generosity enables JFS to help those in our community in their greatest moments of need.
  • FREE CHILDREN'S BOOKS IN HEBREW TO FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN BETWEEN THE AGES 2-8 The goal of Sifriyat Pijama B'America is to enhance knowledge and affinity for Jewish values from a young age and to retain a strong Jewish identity and appreciation of Hebrew. SP-BA provides an opportunity for families to create a tradition of reading bedtime stories in Hebrew and engaging in meaningful conversations. Info: www.sp-ba.org/online-registration
  • LINKING GENERATIONS OF THE SHOAH-Our 2nd Generation Group began in July 2012. We are a group of approximately fifty members ranging in age from 40 and up and we come from all over CT and Westchester County. Our monthly meetings take place in Westport, CT (usually at the UJA offices) every second Tuesday of the month. Spouses of 2G members as well as 3rd Generation often attend our general meetings. Please come and join us. For further contact information call: Ann Cohn at 203-762-0058 (home) or 203-984-6667 (cell).
  • THE MA'AYANOT YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND DINNER will take place on Saturday night, March 7, 2015 at 8:30 p.m. at Congregation Keter Torah in Teaneck. Please join us in honoring Rena and Menachem Schnaidman with our Keter Shem Tov Award, Chani and David Moss as our Amudei Ma'ayanot Honorees, Sharon and Ari Wieder as Parents of the Year, and Rabbi Donny Besser as Teacher of the Year. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Pam Ennis at 201-833-4307, ext. 265.
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Abraham ben Miriam Rachel
  • Ami ben Sara
  • Avraham Shmuel ben Sheyna
  • Bela Devora bat Rachel
  • Chaim Avram ben Leah
  • Chaim Yechiel ben Malka
  • Chana Liba bat Yaakova
  • Chana bat Shulamit
  • Chaya Priva bat Leah
  • Chaya Sarah Tzipporah bat Esther
  • Chia Sorila Bat bat Fagey Devorah
  • David ben Chaya
  • Dinah bat Esther
  • Eitan ben Sarah
  • Eliahu Aharon ben Yocheved Irta Etel
  • Esther Rachel Bat Chava bat Chava
  • Hadassah Esther bat Bat Chava Leah
  • Hennia bat Musah
  • Leah bat Bayla
  • Maya bat Shoshy
  • Moshe Baruch ben Chaya Sara
  • Moshe ben Ben Marcelle
  • Naomi Devorah bat Mindel
  • Nira bat Rachel
  • Rayna bat Necha
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Ruth Leah bat Zahava
  • Sarah Rivka bat Channah Rachel
  • Sarah bat Etta Ziesel
  • Shmuel Yeruchim ben Beyla
  • Smadar Rut bat Chana
  • Yochanan ben Alisa
  • Yosef Fishel ben Miriam Zlata
  • Zahava bat Chaya Sara
  • Ze'ev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
Sisterhood Gift Shop

SYLVIA'S CAS SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP Wednesday 2-4 PM & Thursday 12-2pm, 

CAS Youth
Thank You/ Hakarat Hatov/ Welcome Corner

Thank you to Rad and the maintenance crew for all they do for the Youth of our shul!!

This weekend....

vFriday night High School teen oneg at YI at 9 pm.

Saturday night - Movie in PJS -Join us at 6:45-9 pm in your PJS! Movie/ snacks and ice cream!!! (Grades k-4)!

- Mishna and Hot Cocoa this Shabbat with Rabbi Jeiger starting Chapter 3 of Mishna Brachot. If you would like to sponsor a week of Mishna in honor of someone or something special please let us know.

-Tot Shabbat will be led by Morahs Irene, Danielle and Simone in the Youth Classroom at 10:30 am.

-Mini Minyan will be led by Morahs Debbie, Rivka and Devorah this week in the library at 10:30 am.

- Jr. Cong. will be led by Josh and Morahs Carly and Nicole this week in the Chapel at 10:30 am.

-Bnai Mitzvah Club will be led by Rabbi Parhi this week in the Social Hall at 10:30 am.

-Jr Teen Chat will be led by Daniella this week in the Simcha Room at 10:30 am.

Full Teen Minyan Schedule:

Feb. 21 and 28

March 7 and 28

May 2, 25 and 30

June 13

Coming Soon:

February 27-28 - Jr. Congregation Shabbaton - first 50 signups get a free prize - sign up online!

March 4th - Purim Experience with Jonathan Cahr and Rachel Bahar - during the adult Megillah reading. Also join us to package and deliver Mishloach Manot for seniors at the Atria.

March 22nd - SOOSH NIGHT OUT for BMC (grades 5-6)- more info. to follow

If you would like to celebrate your child's birthday or special accomplishment by sponsoring a special "kiddush" or a Mishna and Hot Cocoa in their honor, please email me atrabbijeiger@hotmail.com

If you would like to help support the Youth Department, please visit http://youth.cas-stamford.org/giving for all of our sponsorship opportunities.

Shabbat Shalom!Rabbi Jeigerm, Daniella Lieberman
CAS Teens
So Many Events: All of them Amazing.
from Daniella Lieberman
1) NCSY Soosh & Shmooze tonight at 8pm! See you at Soosh!
2) Jr. Teen Chat this Shabbat Morning at 10:30!
3) NCSY Roadshow is coming to Stamford March 7th!
* SATURDAY NIGHT ACTIVITY YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS (Hint: Limos are involved)
4) NCSY PURIM EXTRAVAGANZA
March 4th (Details to follow but trust me, it's going to be great!)
5) CAS Purim Seduah!
March 5th - Join your family and have a blast (Details to follow)
6) Now introducing.... JR NCSY! If you're in 6th-8th grade get ready to have the time of your life March 8th (details to follow)!
Can't wait to see you all!
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