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Friday, December 11, 2020

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
Vayeishev
Shabbat Mevarchim
Blessing of New Month of Tevet
December 12, 202026 Kislev 5781
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bulletin@cas-stamford.org
Friday
Candle Lighting4:07 PM
Mincha4:12 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit7:00 AM/9:00 AM
Latest Shema9:29 AM
Latest Shacharit10:16 AM
Mincha3:00 PM
Maariv5:03 PM
Shabbat Ends5:08 PM
Shabbat Shalom
We hope you and your families are well and enjoyed an uplifting Thanksgiving weekend and looking forward to a joyous Chanukah.

We recognize this year will be different but God willing, it will be one filled with new light and meaning. We are hosting virtual Chanukah lightings on each night and numerous events including a Family Chanukah Event and Young Families event on Saturday night of Chanukah, Puppet Show on Sunday and Virtual Senior Tea and Chanukah Celebration on Monday. All details are in the bulletin and on the website.

Chanukah is also about spreading the light. We are organizing Chanukah Care Package Deliveries in partnership with Schoke JFS and hosting a Drive By Food Drive to support the Lower Fairfield County Food Bank. You may receive updates for timely mitzvah moments by joining our growing Whats App group.

Especially in the virtual world, it is even more important to stay connected. To get real time updates visit our CAS FB Page at https://www.facebook.com/cas.stamford and our Young Families page https://www.facebook.com/casyoungfamilies. We are excited this week to launch our Agudath Sholom on Instagram. Join here and invite your friends!

This Shabbat, join us for one of the two Shabbat morning minyanim at 7 AM and 9 AM in the chapel. There are no outdoor minyanim.

Thank you for your partnership and wishing you and your family a Shabbat Shalom and Happy Chanukah,

Rabbi Daniel Cohen


Pre-Shabbat Virtual Opportunities at CAS 
  1. Ruach and Renewal with Rabbi Cohen and Jonathan Cahr, Friday at 2:00 PM - https://www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
  2. Community Prayers for Healing with Rabbi Kurtz, Friday 3:00 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  3. Studies for the Soul with Rabbi Kurtz, Friday at 3:10 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  4. Kabbalat Shabbat with Sandy Shapiro and Rabbi Cohen, Friday at 3:20 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  5. Join Rabbi Cohen's Living Torah Moment and Rabbi Kurtz's Daily Peninei Halacha

Virtual Torah and Announcements 
  • Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Eternal Ethics - Experience Miracles Every Day - click here
  • Rabbi Moshe Kurtz: Dvar Torah On Parshat Vayeshev - click here
  • CAS President, Toby Schaffer's Shabbat Announcements - click here
  • Rabbi Tuvia Brander's class from the Chanukah Torah Across New England Series: click here
  • Enjoy this special Chanukah Family Guide developed by Elisheva Cohen - click here

Shabbat Information 
  • Shabbat Torah Reading Parshat Vayeishev- click here - Please learn the Torah of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Harav Yaakov Tzvi ben Liba, in his memory.
  • Haftorah Parshat Vayeishev - summary by Chabad.org - click here
  • Haftorah Parshat Vayeishev - summary by Haftarah Helper - click here
  • We recite Full Hallel each day of Chanukah and also Psalm 30
  • This is Shabbat Mevarchin we bless the new month of Tevet. The molad will be Tuesday, Dec. 15th 4:51 am and 2 Chalakim. Rosh Chodesh will be on Wednesday, Dec. 16th.
  • Shabbat Mincha will be at 3:00 PM during December to enable seudah shlishit at home.

Thank You  to Dorothy Jaiven and Family for sponsoring this week's Senior Challah Deliveries to wish everyone a happy and healthy Chanukah!

If you would like to sponsor a week of our Senior Challah deliveries, click here.

The Tax Year is Ending! Whether you want to pre-pay next year's dues or contribute to the Annual Dinner in the spring, if you would like to make a payment before the end of 2020, contact Matt Feinberg (mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org)

Did you know? You can receive extra tax benefits by donating your appreciated stock. Receive the benefits of both a charitable contribution AND avoid capital gains tax. Ask Matt for more information.

Member In Good Standing Reminder  The Congregational by-laws and constitution define members in good standing as those who have paid their current year dues (2020-21), past dues, and any fees owed by December 31. If you have any of these items outstanding, please pay them by December 31 to ensure you are recognized in good standing.

Elissa Tobin's Bat Mitzvah Project  Elissa is collecting gift bags for the Holocaust survivors in our community. Please consider donating the following items to be delivered to the deserving recipients:
  • prepackaged doughnuts
  • latke mix
  • bags of gelt
  • grape juice (small size)
  • box of channukah candles
  • hand made cards or pictures wishing a happy Channukah
Drop off boxes are located outside the Chapel at CAS, at the entrance of Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy or to 35 Revonah Circle. All donations will be collected on Monday, December 14. Deliveries will be made Tuesday, December 15. Volunteers are needed to deliver the Channukah gift bags to the recipients. If you would like to help with deliveries, please contact Laura Tobin at laurabl@gmail.com
Condolences
  • to the Miller Family on the passing of Barbara Miller
  • to Tzvi Schwartz on the passing of his father, Yechiel Schwartz
For up to date shiva and contact info: www.cas-stamford.org/shiva
To make a memorial contribution online, and have us send an acknowledgement to the family, please click here
Mazal Tov
  • to Rachel and Dan Haron, Linda and Larry Rezak and Kamal Haron on the Bar MItzvah this weekend of their son and grandson, Gabriel!
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here
Chanukah Information
Celebrate Chanukah Each Night as a Community!

Join us virtually every night for inspiration, lighting and song. Say Hi to your friends, meet new ones and share the joy of the holiday!

  • First Night: 6:00 PM led by Rabbi Daniel Cohen
  • Second Night: 3:50 PM led by Rabbi Daniel Cohen
  • Third Night: 6:00 PM Family Chanukah Experience
  • Fourth Night: 6:00 PM led by Rabbi Daniel Cohen
  • Fifth Night: 6:00 PM led by Rabbi Moshe Kurtz
  • Sixth Night: 6:00 PM led by Yaakov Faratci
  • Seventh Night: 6:00 PM led by Tani Polansky
  • Eighth Night: 6:00 PM led by Rabbi Daniel Cohen

Open to the Jewish People near and far! Feel free to share with family, friends and beyond. In a time of greater isolation, our effort to share the joy and friendship of Chanukah is needed more than ever! For more information, contact Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org.

Zoom info: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

We will also light the Menorah every evening in shul between mincha and maariv which is also available on Zoom.

Kashrut PSA: Please note Beldotti's donuts are dairy

To Learn more about Chanukah, visit these websites:
  • https://www.aish.com/h/c/
  • https://www.ou.org/holidays/category/chanukah/
  • https://www.yutorah.org/halacha/jewish-law/chanukah/
  • https://www.yutorah.org/togo/chanuka
  • https://www.chanukahunites.org/
  • https://www.artscroll.com/Categories/APPSIDFREE.html?lac_guid=AD620582-453A-EB11-937B-00155D00360D
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Upcoming Events
Chanukah Food Drive To Support Lower Fairfield County Food Bank 
Sunday, December 13
10 am - 2 pm in CAS Parking Lot - Spread the light! Buy extra groceries this week and help us stock the Lower Fairfield County Food Bank. Foods Needed: Breakfast Cereals, Instant Oatmeal, Pasta, Shelf Stable Milk, Peanut Butter, Dried Beans (1lb bag) Fruit Cups, Jelly, Rice and Canned Tuna. Thank you for spreading the light of Chanukah to the Stamford community!

Senior Chanukah Tea And Celebration  
Monday, December 14 - 2:00 PM
Featuring Chanukah Insights from Rabbi Cohen, Music with Jonathan Cahr and Brain Games with Toby Lazarus. To RSVP for tea and Chanukah treats, contact Kim at kmahoney@cas-stamford.org.

Literature At Lunch With Rabbi Moshe Kurtz & Richard Schwartz 
Wednesday, December 16 - 12:00 PM
Join us on Wednesday 12/16/20 as we discuss The Man to Send Rain Clouds by Leslie Marmon Silko. Dr. Richard Schwartz will present the literature, Rabbi Kurtz will provide the Torah, and you will contribute your own thoughts and ideas! (No pressure, you can also just listen in.) Please feel welcome to read the short story beforehand. Please reach out to Rabbi Kurtz with any questions: rabbikurtz@cas-stamford.org

Mens Club Meals At The Pacific House 
Friday, December 25
Once again the winter season is fast approaching and we need to think about those less fortunate.The CAS Men's Club is looking for donations of gloves, hats and food to serve on 12/25 at the Pacific House at approximately noon and for Dinner on 12/25.What we'd like is prepared food - i.e. Turkey, meatballs, salad, vegetables (beans, broccoli, potatoes), dessert (fruit salad, cake), etc. with enough for 25-30 recipients.Please coordinate with Mitchell Bell the gloves, hats, and preheated food pans with shrink wrap delivered to 597 Pacific Street.Mitchell can be reached at wizdrbel@yahoo.com or 203 722 3512.
Weekday Schedule
ShacharitShacharit: Sunday 7:00 AM/8:30 AM, Monday-Tuesday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM, Wednesday 6:20 AM/7:30 AM, Thursday-Friday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaMincha: Sunday-Thursday 4:15 PM, Friday 4:14 PM
Candles Friday4:09 PM
CAS Israel Advocacy Update
Virtual ACHI/Ben Yehuda Market  Even though you can't visit Israel, you can still shop and support the businesses there who are suffering from the lack of tourism. Browse through 55 Israeli merchants from many different categories. Achi613.org

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
CAS Announcements
  • JOIN THE CHEVRA KADISHA If you are interested in viewing a training video on how to perform a tahara, please contact Michael Feldstein at michaelgfeldstein@gmail.com at the Stamford Chevra Kadisha and he will send you a link.
  • PAY IT FORWARD! As our community grows it takes even more effort to insure the warmth of our shul. You may not realize but we have a Hospitality Team who are informed of new families who moved into community. Team members are expected to invite new families to any of the following: shabbat meal, BBQ, brunch, even coffee, a get-together in the park, or a community-wide function. It means so much to new families. To join our Hospitality Team, contact membership committee chair, Jon Makovsky at jonathanmakovsky@gmail.com.
  • HEALING VISITS UPDATE: Every week, we include a note about our healing visits group. As a reminder, the group consists of volunteers who give of their time to call, email or visit people in our community who are in the hospital or in recuperation. If you like to join this Mitzvah mission, please 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
CAS Classes Online

Join one of the online classes from CAS or in our community

Shabbat, December 12

5:42 PMRabbi Cohen and his family: Virtual Havdalah - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMRabbi Cohen and Rabbi Kurtz: Motzai Shabbat Live - www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
6:00 PMVirtual Family Chanukah Experience: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
7:15 PMCAS Shabbats Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824

Sunday, December 13

6:10 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:30 AMCAS Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: 646-558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
8:30 AMCAS Shacharit: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
4:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:40 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:50 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Pesachim - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMVirtual Chanukah Lighting with Rabbi Cohen: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Monday, December 14

5:40 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:30 AMCAS Shacharit: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
7:30 AMCAS Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: 646-558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
10:15 AMBob Abrams: The Tanach Club - A Philosophical Discussion of the Book of Breishit/Genesis - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
4:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:40 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:50 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Pesachim - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMVirtual Chanukah Lighting with Rabbi Moshe Kurtz: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen - We are all Kohanim: The Mystery and Message of Lights in the Temple and on Chanukah - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824

Tuesday, December 15

5:40 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:30 AMCAS Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
7:30 AMCAS Shacharit: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:30 AMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Inside the Mind of the Great Biblical Commentators Explore their overarching Torah and life philosophies - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
9:10 AMRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Power of the Prophets - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
12:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Parsha Perspectives - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
4:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:40 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:50 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Pesachim - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMVirtual Chanukah Lighting with Yaakov Faratci: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Wednesday, December 16

5:40 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:30 AMCAS Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
7:30 AMCAS Shacharit: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
12:00 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz & Richard Schwartz - Literature at Lunch: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
4:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:40 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:50 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Pesachim - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMVirtual Chanukah Lighting with Tani Polansky: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:00 PM(Non)10: 30 Shiur Rabbi Moshe Kurtz - "Is it Permissible to Play Dreidel? Jewish Approaches to Gambling" - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824

Thursday, December 17

5:40 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:30 AMCAS Shacharit: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
7:30 AMCAS Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: 646-558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
9:30 AMRabbi Moshe Kurtz: Leaves of Faith - The Philosophy of Rav Aharon Lichtenstein - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
12:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Eternal Ethics - www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
4:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:40 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:50 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Pesachim - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMVirtual Chanukah Lighting with Rabbi Cohen: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
9:15 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Men's Learning - Finding Strength - Slonimer Insights on the Parsha - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Friday, December 18

5:40 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:30 AMCAS Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
7:30 AMCAS Shacharit: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:15 AMRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
2:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen and Jonathan Cahr: Ruach and Renewal - www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
3:00 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
3:10 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Megillah - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
3:20 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen and Sandy Shapiro: Virtual Kabbalat Shabbat Program - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Alexander ben Ida
  • Aviva bat Sultana
  • Davida bat Rachel
  • Dov ben Pnina
  • Eliezer ben Chana
  • Malkah Esther bat Itzik
  • Nechama Miriam bat Devorah
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Rivka bat Alta
  • Rochel Fraidl bat Yehudis
  • Ruth bat Ivette
  • Zev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
Community Announcements
  • UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION'S PJ LIBRARY & SCHOKE JFS' ANACHNU SURVIVOR PROGRAM Join us for a special virtual Chanukah story time on Sunday, December 13th at 10am. Children will hear a story or two from a local Holocaust survivor with time to chat. Zoom link will be provided with registration. To sign up for this free program go to www.ujf.org/pjbuddies
  • CELEBRATE CHANUKAH WITH A LIVE PERFORMANCE OF THE ACAPELLA GROUP, TIZMORET The entire community is invited to join in on Tuesday, December 15th at 5:00 pm, the performance is part of the social events provided to the Anachnu participants at Schoke Jewish Family Service. The singing group is from Queens College(NY) Hillel Organization.

    Sandy and Lillian Shapiro are sponsoring the event in loving memory of Erwin Reich. The Anachnu program is funded by the JFNA Advancing Holocaust Survivor Care and the Claims Conference. For Zoom information, please contact Marina Sapir at msapir@ctjfs.org
  • UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION'S ANNUAL MEETING & COMMUNAL CELEBRATION OF THE 8TH NIGHT OF CHANUKAH Thursday, December 17th at 7:30pm. Guest speaker Dr. Sherri Wise will speak about "Survival & Forgiveness: A Story of Hope and Gratitude." The Harvey A. Peltz Young leadership Award will be given to Robin Fischel, the proposed UJF board slate will be presented, and retiring board members will be recognized. Free of charge, $36 sponsors will receive a special Chanukah gift bag, and $180 donors will receive the gift bag and recognition during the program. Register at www.ujf.org/annualmeeting2020 or contact Diane Sloyer at dianesloyer@ujf.org. Co-chairs: Jill Kaplan and Nancy Mimoun.
  • CHANUKAH RAFFLE AND DRIVE FOR PJ LIBRARY Help keep your local UJF PJ Library strong and have a chance to win in the process! $5 for 1 ticket, $10 for 3 tickets, and receive a complimentary bottle of kosher wine with a purchase of 20 tickets. Prize: a complete shabbat dinner for 4 from 613 Restaurant. For tickets go to www.ujf.org/pjraffle. Winner will be announced on 12/18/20 at noon, so buy your tickets now! For more info contact Sharon Franklin at sharon@ujf.org. Co-chairs: Shira Fischer, Liatte Lasher, Erica Safer, and Mel White Vorm.
  • UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION'S PJ LIBRARY FOR A SILLY PAJAMA SING ALONG WITH BOBBY DOOWAH Thursday, December 24th at 5pm. Send in your silly pajama photos by 12/20 to Liatte Lasher at liattelasher@gmail.com and win a prize, and be in our silly pajama video! Give back by dropping off children's pajamas for kids in a local shelter- drop off box at 1035 Newfield Ave at the entrance. Sign up for this free program at www.ujf.org/sillypj
  • ONGOING COMMUNITY SUPPORT FROM SCHOKE JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE Schoke Jewish Family Service is offering weekly Zoom sessions to help community members manage the stress of the Coronavirus outbreak. Each session will be facilitated by members of the Schoke JFS Kuriansky Family Counseling Program. These webinars are open to anyone in the community. Registration is limited to twelve participants per session. To register, please click on the session you wish to attend at https://ctjfs.salsalabs.org/covid19virtualgatheringsupdated. Tuesdays, Beginning March 31 at 12 Noon - Facilitated by Lois Meyer, LMSW and Valerie Gutman, Thursdays, Beginning April 2 at 4 PM - Facilitated by Dr. Lee Combrinck-Graham and Toby Lazarus, Ph.D. and Fridays, Beginning April 3 at 10 AM - Facilitated by Eve Moskowitz, LCSW and Amanda Hirsch-Geffner,LCSW
  • THE SCHOKE JFS FREEDBERG FAMILY KOSHER FOOD PANTRY IS OPEN AND ACCEPTING DONATIONS of perishable and non- perishable foods. Please contact Rebekah Kanefsky at rkanefsky@ctjfs.org or 203-921-4161 to arrange for a donation. If you would like to volunteer at the food pantry or to help deliver food to our clients, please contact Jill Knopoff at 203-921-4161 or jknopoff@ctjfs.org for volunteer opportunities.
Kosher Advisories
  • 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
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