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Friday, January 22, 2021

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
BoJanuary 23, 202110 Sh'vat 5781
send your submission to
bulletin@cas-stamford.org
Friday
Candle Lighting4:41 PM
Mincha4:46 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit7:00 AM/9:00 AM
Latest Shema9:39 AM
Latest Shacharit10:28 AM
Mincha3:30 PM
Maariv5:37 PM
Shabbat Ends5:42 PM
Shabbat Shalom
We hope you and your families are well.

We are grateful for the increased distribution of vaccines in our community. Please see the letter below if the shul can offer support in any way. In gratitude to God, you may recite the blessing of Hatov VeHametiv, thanking God who is good and brings good or Shecheyanu, thanking God for reaching this moment. The texts can be found here and for a spiritual consultation as to which blessing is best for you, please contact me at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org.

Each winter, I visit our snowbirds in Florida. This year due to COVID, I will not be able to make the trip but would love to set up a virtual visit with our members. If you would like to "meet" please email me and we will set up a time. Looking forward to it and I will provide the snacks. :)

Thank God, our capital improvements are well underway and we are making amazing progress. Thank you to Rachel Dayan, our building chair, and Matt Feinberg, our executive director, for their wise and dedicated leadership of the process. If you would like to invest in the project with a gift, please contact me at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org or our capital chairs, Shush Yasgur shush.walshe@gmail.com or Harvey Kaminski hlkaminski@gmail.com.

Please remember that Tu B'Shvat will take place this week on Wednesday night, January 27th and Thursday, January 28th. We omit Tachanun at Mincha on Wednesday and Shacharis and Mincha on Thursday. To learn more about Tu B'Shvat, click here and plant a tree in Israel via JNF.

With winter here, it is more important than ever to deepen our commitment to spreading light and supporting people in our community. You may receive updates for timely mitzvah moments by joining our growing WhatsApp group.

This Shabbat, join us for one of the two Shabbat morning minyanim at 7 AM and 9;00 AM. Jr. Cong will be meeting at 11:00 AM and B'nai Mitzvah Club will be at 3:55 PM. We will continue to offer outdoor mincha and maariv next week. For up to date info, join the CAS Outdoor Minyan WhatsApp group.

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

Rabbi Daniel Cohen


Pre-Shabbat Virtual Opportunities at CAS 
  1. Ruach and Renewal with Rabbi Cohen and Jonathan Cahr, Friday at 3:00 PM - https://www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
  2. Community Prayers for Healing with Rabbi Kurtz, Friday 3:10 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  3. Studies for the Soul with Rabbi Kurtz, Friday at 3:20 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  4. Kabbalat Shabbat with Sandy Shapiro and Rabbi Cohen, Friday at 3:30 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 Moshe Kurtz: Dvar Torah on Bo - click here
  • CAS President, Toby Schaffer's Shabbat Announcements - click here
  • Message from the Mother of the Kohen Gadol: A Siyum on Makkot with Rabbi Daniel Cohen on the occasion of the 32nd Yaarzeit of Sara Malka bat Aharaon Avraham Halevi - click here
  • The History of Anti Semitism from the Romans to the Holocaust - hosted the the JHS and Federation - click here

Shabbat Information 
  • Learn about the Shabbat Torah Reading for Parshat Bo with the insights of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z"l - click here
  • Haftorah for Parshat Bo - summary by Chabad.org - click here
  • Haftorah for Parshat Bo - summary by Haftarah Helper - click here
  • Shabbat Mincha will be at 3:30 PM during January to enable seudah shlishit at home.
  • Motzei Shabbat Live with Rabbi Cohen and Rabbi Kurtz with special guest Benyamin Cohen, newly appointed news editor of the Forward. 6:45 PM https://www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen

Thank You  to Toby Schaffer for sponsoring this week's Senior Challah deliveries in honor of their new grandson, Joseph Isaac Schaffer!

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

Important Announcement from the Vaad HaKashrus of Fairfield County  In partnership with Navaratna, the VKFC (Vaad HaKashrus of Fairfield County) has determined it necessary to update its protocols for the establishment. For the next week, we will temporarily suspend our certificate of supervision, while we help the restaurant undergo these necessary improvements. The VKFC advises our community members to refrain from dining there for the time being. We look forward to reinstating our supervision with a high standard of kashrut in the near future and will inform the community as soon as that takes place. Please contact Rabbi Cohen or Rabbi Kurtz with any inquiries. We thank you for your patience and understanding.

Agudath Sholom Virtual World  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 to launch our Agudath Sholom on Instagram. Join here https://www.instagram.com/agudathsholom/ and invite your friends!
Condolences
  • to Miriam Pell on the passing of her mother, Marcia Kahan
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 Elise and Steven Cohen on the engagement of their daughter, Tamar to Josh Fink of Cleveland, Ohio!
  • to Esther and Paul Liesman on the engagement of their daughter, Jackie to Alex Sable, son of Aliza & Avi Sable of Irvine, CA!
  • to Michael Alexander, David Brand, and Risa Goldblum on being honored at the Schoke JFS gala in March!
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here
Sign Up For These Events
Upcoming Events
Literature At Lunch With Rabbi Moshe Kurtz & Richard Schwartz 
Wednesday, January 27 - 12:00 PM
Read and discuss one short story a month with your fellow CAS members. Richard 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.)
We will be discussing "The Cactus" by O' Henry. We recommend you take the time to read it beforehand.
Please reach out to Rabbi Kurtz with any questions: rabbikurtz@cas-stamford.org.

Special Presentation With World Renowned Epidemiologist Dr. Michael Edelstein 
Sunday, February 7 - 10:00 AM
Lessons Learned in the Fight Against COVID-19 A Conversation with Epidemiologist Michael Edelstein on the COVID crisis1) What cultural differences explain the varying degrees of vaccine acceptance around the world?2) What will the real new normal look like in the foreseeable future?3) What would be the most effective means of disbursing a vaccine?4) In today's world of increased travel - and also increased exposure to previously remote environments - is there a greater risk of future pandemics?

Agudath Womens Speakers Series 
Wednesday, February 10 - 1:30 PM
Professor Anne Peskin will lead an interesting lecture on American Jewish Gangsters of the 1920s on to 1940s.Find out about gangsters who broke every law attended Yom Kippur Services. Were they only in New York City?All are welcomeRegister to receive the link

Senior Virtual Brunch With Rabbi Herbert Cohen  
Thursday, February 11 - 10:00 AM
The Top Ten Kosher Movies and Messages - A Virtual Presentation on Life Lessons from Film
Rabbi Herbert Cohen, Rabbi Daniel Cohen's father, is the author of many books, most notably his most recent one Kosher Movies, a three volume series.
RSVP to Kim at kmahoney@cas-stamford.org
To learn more about Kosher Movies Volume 3, click here.

Simi Peters - "Power And Mutuality In Megillat Esther" 
Sunday, February 21 - 10:30 AM
Join us for a Pre Purim Presentation with renowned scholar and teacher, Simi Peters!
The Purim story is a pivotal moment in Jewish history. As we explore the power motif in Megillat Esther we will discover how the Purim story indelibly transforms the Jewish people. Sponsored by Peggy Fogelman in memory of Ruth and Dr. Henry Fogelman
Simi is an internationally acclaimed Jewish educator based at Nishmat in Jerusalem. She is the author of Learning to Read Midrash, a critically acclaimed and popular book on Midrash. Her interactive lecture style is warm, inclusive and intellectually engaging.
Shabbat Shalom
Vaccine Information and Support 
Beginning Monday, January 18th, CT will be expanding the eligibility for the Covid 19 Vaccine. The new group, 1B, will include people 65 and older. I strongly encourage everyone who is eligible to take the vaccine.

There are several websites to use to make appointments to receive the vaccine. Here are a few of them.
  • Stamford Vaccine Sign Up - click here
  • COVID 19 Vaccine in CT Info -

Navigating these websites may be challenging. If you would like or need assistance, or know of someone, a friend, family member or neighbor, who could use assistance in registering, our volunteers are happy to help you. Please email me at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org or call at 203-252-8252.

Wishing you and your family many blessings of healing in the days ahead,

Rabbi Daniel Cohen

New Crash Course Hebrew Starts Soon 
Congregation Agudath Sholom invites you to A Crash Course in Reading HebrewA Virtual Opportunity to Read the Haggadah in the Original this coming Passover! Monday evenings at 7:30 PM Starts February 1stFor more info and RSVP, contact Bob at boab72@gmail.com Free and Open the Entire Community Near and Far! In Partnership with National Jewish Out

Making Mitzvah Moments Opportunity  
As you may be aware, the United Kingdom is entering a renewed lockdown. One significant concern is that those who are saying kaddish for loved ones will not have access to a minyan during this period of lockdown.
In the spirit of Kol Yisrael Arevim Zeh Bazeh, we are partnering with our British brothers and sisters to support their community. A website has been established at theus.org.uk/kaddishvolunteers to allow those with access to a minyan to recite Kaddish for those who do not.
Weekday Schedule
ShacharitShacharit: Sunday 7:00 AM/8:30 AM, Monday-Friday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaMincha: Sunday-Thursday 4:55 PM, Friday 4:54 PM
Candles Friday4:49 PM
ThursdayTu BiShvat
CAS Youth News
Message from Yaakov Faratci for the Teens and the Families  
  • January 30th- There will be teen minyan in the chapel at 10:45. A sign up will be sent closer to the minyan date.
  • Laser Tag- January 31st at the Stamford JCC. 11:30-2:30. 11:30-1 will be for 6-8th graders. 1-2:30 will be for 9-12th grade. All waivers must and a google form must be filled out prior to the event.
  • Soosh- Soosh and Shmooze will be resuming and held a few times this month with myself and Tani Polansky. Food will be given to go at the end and will not be eaten on premises.
  • Tutoring/Learning- NCSY has a group of incredible advisors who want to connect and learn with the teens about any Jewish subject they desire. They are happy to work with and tutor your teens.
  • Teen Meetings- There will be private meetings for teens that I will be having five days a week in which they can learn and shmooze with me about whatever they want. I would love to connect and do what I can to help them.
Email list- to join our teen email list please email mfeinberg@cas-stamford.orgFor information on any of these please reach out - yfaratci@gmail.com 847-404-7321
CAS Young Families
  • SAVE THE DATE!
    February 21st - @ 8pm, Location - comfort of your own home
    Pre- Purim baking demo with Naomi Elberg from instagram blog "Naomi TGIS". Join CAS for an interactive baking session. * Gift bag, recipe cards and zoom link included with registration.
    RSVP required

    March 13th - @ 8pm, Location - comfort of your own home
    Virtual PAINT NIGHT led by Pinot's Palette.
    Registration by March 7th required. All registrants will receive a kit including all items needed for the event.
    $25/pp

    If you would like to be involved in the CAS Young Couples committee please reach out, we always welcome fresh faces and new ideas! Contact Miriam Sperber for more info at miriam.lehrer@gmail.com.
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, January 23

6:02 PMRabbi Cohen and his family: Virtual Havdalah - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:45 PMRabbi Cohen and Rabbi Kurtz: Motzai Shabbat Live - www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
6:40 PMCAS Shabbats Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824

Sunday, January 24

6:10 AMMishna Brura: - www.zoom.us/j/7203757688 Dial in: Password: MB
7:45 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
9:15 AMRabbi Moshe Kurtz - Bible from the Beginning: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
4:55 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

Monday, January 25

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 - Megillat Esther/The Book of Esther - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
4:55 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
8:00 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz - Jewish Approaches to Contemporary Issues: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824

Tuesday, January 26

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
8:15 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
9:00 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
4:55 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

Wednesday, January 27

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
12:00 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz & Richard Schwartz - Literature at Lunch: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
4:55 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
8:00 PM(Non)10: 30 Shiur - Rabbi Yossi Kamman TBD - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824

Thursday, January 28

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
11:30 AMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Knowing God - In All Your Ways - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
12:00 PMBob Abrams: Reading Hebrew from the Siddur - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
4:55 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
7:30 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz - The Weekly Talmud: Tractate Makkot - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
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, January 29

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
8:15 AMRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
3:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen and Jonathan Cahr: Ruach and Renewal - www.facebook.com/rabbidanielcohen
3:10 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
3:20 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
3:30 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
  • Ami bat Keren Shoshan
  • Aviva bat Sultana
  • Chana bat Tzivia
  • Davida bat Rachel
  • Dov ben Pnina
  • Eliezer ben Chana
  • Gali bat Porat
  • Keren Shoshana bat Chaya Esther
  • Nechama Miriam bat Devorah
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Ruth bat Ivette
  • Zev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
Community Announcements
  • SUPER BOWL CATERING BY SIX THIRTEEN Six Thirteen will be offering packages and other delicious food for the big game. Please place your orders by Wednesday, February 3, at catering@613restaurant.com.
  • THE WOMEN'S ADVISORY COUNCIL OF ICRF PRESENTS HER MONEY AN INTIMATE CONVERSATION Jan 27th at 8 pm. Featuring as panelist, CAS member Lee Miller, New York Regional Director of Glenmede and Jean Chatzky, Best selling author. Registration at https://www.icrfonline.org/events/her-money-jan-2021
  • PLEASE JOIN US FOR AN INSPIRING EVENING WITH AUTHOR AND EDUCATOR, CHAYA PASSOW , straight from Israel on Tu B'Shevat, January 27th at 8pm to hear about her timely work Letters from Planet Corona, and meaningful words during this unique period. To learn more visit https://www.amazon.com/Letters-Planet-Corona-Chaya-Passow/dp/9655994058. Contact Rachel Maryles for RSVP and Zoom info: rlk212@gmail.com
  • ISRAEL BONDS INVITES YOU TO A VIRTUAL DISCUSSION WITH AMAR'E STOUDEMIRE NBA Superstar, Israeli Basketball MVP, Player Development Assistant of the Brooklyn Nets, and philanthropist. January 28th at 8pm - Over the course of his NBA career, Amar'e played professionally for the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, and Miami Heat. A six-time NBA All-Star, Amar'e was NBA Rookie of the Year in 2003, a bronze medalist with the USA Olympic basketball team in 2004, and in 2013, took the Knicks to the playoffs for the first time in a decade. Stoudemire is also a co-owner of the Hapoel Jerusalem Basketball club, and recently secured the 2020 championship and MVP title with Maccabi Tel Aviv. An active Israel Bonds account required to participate. No bond purchase necessary. REGISTER HERE
  • BEST SELLING AUTHOR BRUCE FEILER will speak at 4:30 March 21 at Temple Sinai's annualJoan Bruder Danoff Lecture Series.Feiler , the author of Walking the Bible , will discuss "The Jewish Voice in American Culture Tomorrow ".To register for the webinar contact Benjamin.magidson@yahoo.com.Call Temple Sinai for more information. 322.1649
  • 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
  • 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
  • THE VAAD OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE TWO NEW ESTABLISHMENTS UNDER THEIR SUPERVISION. Ladle and Loaf357 Whalley Ave, New Haven203-553-5553and Fin and Scale920 Whalley Ave, New HavenFor Vaad info, visit http://www.ctvaad.org/
  • 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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