| Schedule | | Friday | | Candle Lighting | 4:22 PM | | Mincha | 4:27 PM | | Shabbat | | Shacharit | 7:00 AM
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9:00 AM | | Torah Before Tefillah | 7:40 AM | | Shiur | 8:30 AM | | Coffee & Commentary | 8:45 AM | | Teen Minyan | 9:30 AM | | Latest Shema | 9:40 AM | | Latest Shacharit | 10:27 AM | Tot Shabbat
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Jr. Cong | 10:30 AM | | Daf Yomi | 3:50 PM | | Code of Jewish Law | 3:50 PM | | Mincha | 4:20 PM | | Maariv | 5:18 PM | | Shabbat Ends | 5:23 PM | | Havdalah | 5:23 PM |
Shabbat Shalom Hear the Baby Crying One of the most moving images in the Torah is Moshe floating down the Nile. His mother, Yocheved, fearing the wrath of the Egyptian taskmasters, sends her three month old child down the river praying for his salvation. Miraculously, Moshe is spotted by the daughter of Pharaoh, who risks her life to save him. Batya, as she is known, merits eternal life for her courage and kindness. When we examine the verse carefully, we will notice an important detail. The Torah describes the scene as Batya witnesses the floating baby in the basket. "She opened it and saw the baby. He was crying, and she felt sorry for him. 'This is one of the Hebrew babies,' she said." The midrash comments that the tears of Moshe aroused the compassion of Batya. The crying aroused her mercy and she moved outside her comfort zone to save Moshe. In that instant, she set into motion the redemption of the Jewish people. Moshe becomes the savior, prophet and Master teacher of Torah, but the catalyst was her attention to the crying baby. We must never forget the baby who is crying. This message is crystallized in a well known story about the Baal HaTanya, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, the first Lubavitch Rebbe, and his son, Rav Dov Ber. When Rav Dov Ber was a young man, he lived in the same house as his father. One night, while Rav Dov Ber was deeply engrossed in his studies, his youngest child fell out of his cradle. Rabbi Dov Ber heard nothing. But Rabbi Schneur Zalman, who was also immersed in study in his room on the second floor, heard the infant's cries. The Rebbe came downstairs, lifted the infant from the floor, soothed his tears, replaced him in the cradle, and rocked him to sleep. Rabbi Dov Ber remained oblivious throughout it all. Later, Rabbi Schneur Zalman admonished his son: "No matter how lofty your involvements, you must never fail to hear the cry of a child." Rav Yehuda Amital, of blessed memory, one of the founders of Yeshivat Gush Etzion, repeated this story often. He explained that this was one of the founding principles of his Yeshiva -learn Torah but still hear the baby cry. In this vein, he explained that when he saw the plans of the Beit Midrash and it did not have windows, he immediately requested that the Beit Midrash have big windows. A house of study must be connected to the outside world to hear the cries of the nation of Israel. We aspire at CAS to be rooted in Torah, learning and living, but doing our best to always hear the cries of our community, the Jewish people and the world. Like Batya, one act may be the catalyst for the ultimate redemption. Wishing you and your families a warm Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Daniel Cohen - Rabbi Shlomo and Chana Zuckier and their children Meital and Amalyah
- Ilan and Hannah Lastoff and their children Charlie, Juliet and Saul
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| Service Note A memorial service will take place to celebrate the life of Kurt Haendler, father of Tommy Haendler, who passed away in Argentina on December 11. The gathering will take place in the Chapel on Thursday, January 11 at 7pm |
| Important Reminders on upcoming events |
- Deadline to signup for Friday's Sephardic Dinner is Monday, January 8 at Midnight click here to sign up
- Pizza Reminder from Yolly & Yaakov! We are having an incredible event for all of our shul Youth taking place at the shul this motzei shabbot beginning at six. We will be making custom pizzas, watching a fun and exciting movie, and having a surprise dessert for any kid that comes! The event is $5 and is a great way to have fun together! click to sign up
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| Tuesday evening Psalms Class Winter Update Rabbi Cohen's class will meet at 8 PM on January 16, February 6, and February 20 |
| CAS has a NO NUTS policy for all food served to our Congregation! If you are working with a caterer to plan a kiddush please make sure to let them know that none of the food can contain nuts (or peanuts) of any kind. Please feel free to reach out to Matt Feinberg in the office with any questions. |
| Shabbat Topics & Participants |
| Torah before Tefillah | Rabbi Oran Zweiter | | Coffee & Commentary | Rabbi Daniel Cohen | | Sermon | Rabbi Daniel Cohen | | Daf Yomi | Mark Wagshul | | Seudat Shlishit | Rabbi Oran Zweiter: Do I Really Have to Honor a Kohen?- Introduction | | Torah Reader | Nat Samberg | | Library shiur | Rabbi Elisha Paul: What's in a Name? | | 10:30 shiur | Rabbi Alex Ozar: The Misheberach Shakedown |
| Shacharit | Shacharit: Sunday 7:15 AM/8:30 AM, Monday-Friday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM | | Mincha | Mincha: Sunday-Thursday 4:30 PM, Friday 4:34 PM | | Lunch Mincha | Monday - Thursday, 1:30 pm at 613 Restaurant, 108 Prospect St. | | Late Maariv | Monday-Thursday: The Learning Center, 1766 Bedford Street, 8:45 PM | | Candles Friday | 4:29 PM |
- to Alisa Weisser on the recent loss of her grandfather, Jack Burman
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- to our members Michael Feldstein and Lauren Steinberg who were honored at 2017 Movers and Shakers by the CT Jewish Ledger. http://www.jewishledger.com/2017/12/movers-shakers-2017/
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| Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here |
| Shabbat Shalom Hospital Packages | Howard and Stephanie Fogel in memory of Sam Fogel; and the Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund | | Chapel Kiddush | Little sister Kayla Niedober, in honor of her big sister, Ariella, on her 4th birthday | | Sanctuary Kiddush | Shari & Sam Raymond in celebration of their daughter Liberty's first birthday |
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| Shabbat, January 6 - 6:00 PM | | | Friday, January 12 - 6:00 PM | | | Sunday, January 21 - 9:00 AM | | | Sunday, January 21 - 9:00 AM | | | Sunday, January 21 - 9:45 AM | | | Shabbat, January 27 - 1:00 PM | | | Sunday, March 18 - 5:00 PM | | |
| CAS ANNUAL DINNER-MARCH 18 Mazal Tov to our annual dinner Honorees: Guests of Honor Sharon & Simeon Wohlberg Community Service Award Rick Redniss Young Leadership Award Jessica & Adam Furmansky Chai Award Roz Mangot Please save the date of Sunday, March 18th as we join together to celebrate our wonderful honorees and our growing community. | |
| Update on Rabbi Cohen's Open Office Hours Open Office Hours are an opportunity to drop by to see Rabbi Cohen without an appointment. He will be available in his office for guidance or a chat. He will not schedule meetings during these hours, which will be held around the same time each week. Check the CAS bulletin for schedule updates or call the office to confirm Rabbi Cohen is not attending to an urgent matter outside the synagogue. You can contact Rabbi Cohen at any time at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org. Open Office Hour Times for this Week |
- Tuesday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM at CAS
- Friday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM at Starbucks on Summer Street
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| Week of January 7 | | Tuesday | Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Book of Ezra - Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM | | Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Depths of Genesis - 9:00 AM | | Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Parsha Perspectives - 12:00 PM | | Thursday | Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Tractate Taanit - 8:00 PM | | Friday | Rabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM |
| Young Families Committee Needs YOU The next organizational meeting will be held Monday, January 8 at 8 PM. If you would like to join, please contact Jessica Furmansky at jessical83@gmail.com. The Young Families and Youth Committee serves CAS children and their families from birth through the early years of elementary school as they are introduced to our vibrant Jewish community. We strive to create a welcoming environment for embracing both children and parents through family and young couples programming. Our activities are social and educational and include such as Shabbat Onegs, Potluck events, Toddler Time, Shalom Bayit chavura and nights out for couples. We also work, develop and support vibrant youth programming for children from two years old through high school. The committee works in conjunction with the Rabbi, Youth Directors, and Teen Leader. |
| Toddler Time Playgroup Tuesdays, 3:30 pm. Please join us for an hour of free play for children 1 to 4 years old and their caregivers. Facilitated by two moms of toddlers, this drop-in group meets weekly at CAS in the downstairs children's classroom. No cost, a light snack provided. Info: Jessica Furmansky JessicaL83@gmail.com. |
| New Mom's Group - Mommy and Me Bring your baby and come meet other moms at CAS. The first Monday of each month, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM. For Babies birth through 1. This is a free group open to the community. Info: contact Melissa Litwak at melissaelevy@gmail.com |
| Young Families Shalom Bayit Series with Rabbi Daniel Cohen Sunday night, January 7 @ 8 PM. Space is limited so RSVP at your earliest convenience to Rachel Maryles at rlk212@gmail.com. Rabbi Cohen explores timely themes in Romance, Marriage and Parenting. |
| Young Families Potluck Shabbat Lunch Saturday, January 27th. We are looking for families and couples to host the potluck and provide the main dish, drinks, and challah, and then guests will fill in with side dishes and desserts. More information to come! |
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- MEZUZAH CHECKING, TEFILIN MAINTENANCE Sunday, January 14th from 8 AM and on with Rabbi Yirmiyahu Moldovan (Sofer Stam and Rabbi of Congregation Ahavath Achim, Fairfield). Mezuzot are often damaged by moisture or heat, and ink cracks over time. Check your Mezuzot twice every seven years to ensure that your home is secured with Kosher Mezuzot. $10 per Mezuzah checked. Tefillin can also be inspected. Info: Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org or Rabbi Zweiter at rabbizweiter@cas-stamford.org.
- CHILDREN STUDYING IN ISRAEL If you have a child who is studying in Israel for the year, Rabbi Cohen would love to keep in contact with them. Please send your child's name, phone number, school and email address to Kim at kmahoney@cas-stamford.org.
- JOIN THE CAS MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE! Our next meeting is Wednesday, January 17 at 8 PM. For more info, contact Rachel Kaimowitz at rachelshields@gmail.com. Membership Committee promotes activities to recruit and retain the membership of the Congregation. The committee reaches out to welcome new families and insure smooth transition into our community via hospitality and other initiatives. The committee also develops strategies to increase member engagement and develop leadership.
- JOIN OUR HOSPITALITY TEAM When someone new moves to town, we inform our hospitality team, who are thrilled to welcome them for a Shabbat meal. If you would like to be part of our hospitality team who are committed to hosting five new families a year, please contact Rabbi Cohen (rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org) or our membership chair, Rachel Kaimowitz (rachelshields@gmail.com). If you would like to be involved in welcoming people in alternative ways to shabbat hosting, we also have people who meet new members for coffee in the week, deliver welcome packs, or phone them to check how they're settling in. If this is something you might like to get involved in, we'd also love to hear from you!
- HEALING VISITS MITZVAH UPDATE Thank you to all of our volunteers on our healing visits team. The healing visits team is a group of men and women in our shul who visit people in the hospital, facilities or at home. Lift people's sprits and make a difference. You can offer as much or as little time as you have for each person is world unto themselves are your warmth lights up their day. Every week we send out a healing visit update. To join the team, contact Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
- 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
- JOIN THE CHEVRA KADISHA We need new volunteers for the Chevra - those willing to perform a tahara. Info: Please contact Rochel Attar at fiveximah@gmail.com
- 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.
- 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.
- WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players AND volunteers needed. Join in on the fun we have every MONDAY at 6:00 PM
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| SYLVIA'S CAS SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP Open on Sunday from 10 am - noon The Kova warming tray, developed by one of our members, is now available in the CAS gift shop We need volunteers! Please call Julie at (203) 321-6460 or Anne at (203) 321-5072 | |
- JOIN US AT THE WESTCHESTER HEBREW HIGH SCHOOL ANNUAL DINNER on Sunday, February 11, 7 pm at the JCC of Harrison. Our honorees are: Cindy Sternklar Worenklein and Jay Worenklein, Michael Tedesco and Evan Azoulay (Class of 2010). We also salute the graduating Class of 2018. For more information, to place ads and/or make dinner reservations, feel free to visit our dinner website at www.wizadjournal.com/whhsannualdinner2018.
- GET EXCITED - THE WANDERING QUE IS COMING BACK TO BCDS ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 7!!!! The Wandering Que will land once again at the BCDS campus on January, firing up their award-winning Kosher Texas BBQ - Voted BRISKET KING OF NYC in 2016! Come on in any time between 12:00noon - 8:00pm to purchase delicious fresh cooked BBQ and eat in with family and friends, or pick up and take out. LIVE MUSIC!!! No RSVP necessary, no door costs. The Wandering Que operates under the Rabbinical Supervision of the STAR-K, a globally recognized Kashrut organization under the auspices of the Vaad Ha'Rabonim of Baltimore.
- JEWISH SENIOR SERVICES HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING Chaifetz Family Hospice will be holding a two day Hospice Volunteer Training Program for anyone interested in giving their time and compassion to terminally ill patients and their loved ones. Training will be held at Jewish Senior Services, 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT on Sunday, February 4th and Sunday, February 11th from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Training materials and meals will be provided free of charge. If you would like to sign up or to learn more about hospice training, please contact Ellen Ashkins at (203) 365-6417 or by email at eashkins@jseniors.org.
- 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.
- 16TH ANNUAL CHALLENGES IN JEWISH EDUCATION PANEL, Shabbat, January 6, 11am, Young Israel of Stamford, featuring Rabbi Dr. Gil Perl and Miriam Krupka Berger, "Making Shabbat a More Positive Experience for Our Children", moderated by Rabbi Elisha Paul.
- BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING First Tuesday of the month, Jan. 2, Feb. 6, Mar. 6, Apr. 3, 9:45 - 11:15 am. No appointment necessary. Conducted by a registered nurse. Compliments of Visiting Nurse and Hospice. Free of charge. For more information contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203.487.0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org
- MEMBERSHIP & FITNESS OPEN HOUSE Sunday, January 7 • 10 am - 2 pm. Join at the open house for membership and fitness discounts. Stop by for a guest pass and group fitness pass. Take a tour, have brunch and meet our fitness, aquatics, early childhood and youth staff. For more information and hours visit www.stamfordjcc.org or contact Ilene Kirschner Madwed at 203.487.0945 or imadwed@stamfordjcc.org
- ISRAELI FILM SERIES- FILM: PRECIOUS LIFE Thursday, January 11 • 7 pm. Join us during the year for award-winning films direct from Israel. Following each film, Yael Stolarsky will lead us in a meaningful discussion. All films are shown at The J. Suggested donation: $5. With the help of a prominent Israeli journalist, Precious Life chronicles the struggle of an Israeli pediatrician and a Palestinian mother to get treatment for her baby, who suffers from an incurable genetic disease. For more information visit www.stamfordjcc.org or contact Yael Stolarsky at 203.487.0951 or ystolarsky@stamfordjcc.org
- VACATION DAYS @ THE J-WHEN SCHOOL IS OUT, YOU'RE IN AT THE J! Aqua Day. Monday, January 15, 8 am - 6 pm. Grades K - 6. All vacation days include arts and crafts, nut-free/kosher snacks, free swim and various games and activities. Please send your child with a swimsuit, swim cap and towel, as well as a kosher, nut-free lunch. KidsPlace Kids $75 / Members $80 / Community $85. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows and require an additional $10 fee. To avoid disappointment, register early by calling the welcome desk at 203.322.7900. For more information visit www.stamfordjcc.org or contact Galit Roloff at 203.487.0974 or groloff@stamfordjcc.org
- SUPPER AND SONG | DANCE PARTY WITH ANDY BAUM Wednesday, January 17 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm. A party for children ages 1-4, must be accompanied by parent or caregiver. Siblings welcome! Wear your dancing shoes, bring your friends and enjoy a JCC FamilyPlace "sing along, sup along" evening tailored to young children, featuring guest entertainers Andy Baum. Pizza served to children and adults. Tons of fun and singing and lots of smiles. Members $10 / Community $13 per person (children and adults) if registered by January 9. Members $12 / Community $15 per person (children and adults) beginning January 10. For more information visit www.stamfordjcc.org or contact Allison Murphy at 203.487.0980 or amurphy@stamfordjcc.org
- BOKER TOV, ISRAEL! The Sticker Song: Israel from Bumper to Bumper. Thursday, January 18 • 11 - 12 pm & Sunday, January 21 • 10 - 11:30 am. Join Yael Stolarsky as we explore Israel's politics, innovations, society, culture, and values through discussion, interactive presentations, and videos. Bumper stickers, slogans and graffiti are ubiquitous in Israel and play important roles in Israeli society. They speak volumes about Israel's politics, values, culture and passions. The Sticker Song was written by leading Israeli author and recorded by a popular rap group. See how this hip hop recitation of Israeli bumper stickers reflects the many facets of Israel. For more information visit www.stamfordjcc.org or contact Yael Stolarsky at 203.487.0951 or ystolarsky@stamfordjcc.org
- FAMILY CONCERT AT THE J Sunday, January 28 • 11 am - 12 pm. JCC Early Childhood Department presents: The Swingset Mamas. Join us for a rock 'n' roll concert for the whole family! In advance: Members $8 / Community $10 / At the door: for all $12. For more information visit www.stamfordjcc.org or contact Anne Liss Johnson at 203.322.6541 or aljohnson@stamfordjcc.org
- BRAIN FITNESS GROUP PROGRAM, Monday, January 22nd at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Avenue. If you want to stimulate your brain power, join this group which will focus on reasoning and problem solving skills and provide practical support to help reach personal brain fitness goals. No charge but advance registration is suggested. Light refreshments will be served. Lunch afterwards can be purchased at minimal cost. For additional information or to register, please contact Toby Lazarus, Schoke JFS Brain Fitness Program Coordinator at tlazarus@ctjfs.org or 203-921-4161.
- SCHOKE JFS RACE TO COLLEGE Mondays, January 22, February 12 and March 5th at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Harry Bennett Branch of the Ferguson Library in Stamford. Sessions will cover recent changes in application process, standardized test scores, choosing the best essay question to answer, planning college visits and the importance of community service. All are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information, please contact Claire Friedlander at clairef@ctjfs.org or 203-921-4161.
- LETS TALK Tuesdays, 11 :00 AM, Free at the Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Avenue%Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Sheila Duggan at 203-921-4161 or sduggan@ctjfs.org.
- LETS TALK Thursdays, 1:00 PM, Free at the Westport Senior Center, 21 Imperial Avenue, Westport. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Sheila Duggan at 203-921-4161 or sduggan@ctjfs.org.
- LETS TALK - Fairfield, Mondays at 12:45 PM at the Bigelow Center for Senior Activities, 100 Mona Terrace, Fairfield. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Amanda Geffner at 203-921-4161 or ageffner@ctjfs.org
- SCHOKE JFS SPOUSAL BEREAVEMENT GROUP Mondays at 10:30 AM at Congregation Bnai Israel, 2710 Park Avenue, Bridgeport and Fridays at 10:30 AM, beginning September 8th at Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Road, Stamford
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| We Wish A Speedy Recovery To |
- Abraham ben Leah (Lora)
- Asher Lev ben Sara ( V'akiva)
- Chana bat Etel Brayndel
- Chana bat Susan
- Chaya Sara bat Chava
| - Dov ben Pnina
- Faiga Tova bat Liba
- Heila Simcha bat Tzviyah
- Ian ben Sarah
- Ida bat Hanna
| - Moshe Baruch ben Chaya Sara
- Refael Ephraim ben Sima
- Riva Razel bat Malka
- Zev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
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| Kosher Alerts The OU reminds you to always check the label before purchasing any item that needs kosher certification! And for the latest corrective actions, stay up with the latest OU KOSHER CONSUMER ALERTS & ADVISORIES...just click here |
| Kosher Advisory Breaking news from the OU - newly certified items! to check out the list click here |
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| CAS Israel Advocacy Update |
| Take a Minute to Support Israel Supporting Israel isn't hard -- there are many things that you can do that take literally one minute. The Israel Committee now has a website built on this idea. Go to www.IsraelMinute.com for simple things that you can do, from calling your Congressional representatives to social media posts, that take only a minute or two. Check back frequently for updates and ideas for things you can do! |
| LIPS product of the week Check out our new Love Israel Products Blog (LIPS) for the latest ways to support Israel! Thank you to Lola Halperin and Aaron Goldenberg for organizing. www.loveisraelproducts.com |
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