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Friday, June 4, 2021

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
ShelachJune 5, 202125 Sivan 5781
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bulletin@cas-stamford.org
Friday
Mincha7:00 PM/8:09 PM
Candle Lighting8:04 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit7:00 AM/8:00 AM/9:00 AM
Latest Shema9:08 AM
Latest Shacharit10:23 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Mincha8:00 PM
Maariv9:00 PM
Shabbat Ends9:05 PM
Shabbat Shalom
We hope you and your families are well!

We are excited to invite you to a musical Shabbos this weekend with guest Chazan Duvie Shapiro. Duvie will lead a musical Kabbalat Shabbat in the chapel in honor of Shabbat Mevarchin.

On Shabbat morning, Duvie will lead Shacharit indoors and musaf outdoors. The 9 AM minyan will be followed by a hot cholent and kugel kiddush catered by 613. Following mincha on Shabbat afternoon, Duvie will lead a kumzitz and conversation and a musical Havdalah following maariv.

Also this Shabbat, we invite people new to the community to join us for a Shabbat Backyard Shmooze - one for Young Couples, Singles & Families and one for ages 50+. Sign up below.

Shabbat morning minyanim are at 7, 8 and 9 indoors and outdoors. Youth groups begin at 10 AM. Contact Kim (kmahoney@cas-stamford.org) to sponsor a kiddush.

We are thrilled that Agudath Sholom has exceeded the number of letters of intent for the first year of the Life and Legacy program! Thank you to everyone who made commitments. To learn more about how to create lasting impact for Agudath Sholom, contact Elissa Klapper (elissak@optonline.net) or Rabbi Cohen.

We continue to offer our prayers for the state and people of Israel. It is crucial for us to mobilize our voices in support of Israel and the bonds between America and Israel. For more resources for advocacy, visit Stand with Us, AIPAC and ADL.

Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom and good news locally and in Israel in the days ahead,

Rabbi Daniel Cohen


We Need Volunteers for CSS (Community Security Service)! 
Please sign up to join us at CSS. Our current group of 12 dedicated volunteers can no longer do this without others. We have been called upon to do shifts 3 out of four weekends and some of us are burning out.

The need for CSS is greater than ever. But if YOU don't step in to volunteer, we will not be able to continue.

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

We will be offering training online and in Stamford in early June.

Please reach out to Simeon Wohlberg, the office, or Adam Breiner (adambr@thecss.org) ifyou are interested in signing up for training.

Updated COVID Guidelines starting May 20th, 2021 
All guidelines in accordance with new State of CT regulations effective May 19, 2021.
  • Indoors - Masks required for non vaccinated individuals. Masks optional for those who are vaccinated. Seats will remain with six feet social distancing.
  • Outdoors - Masks will not be required outdoors for anyone and social distance seating will be diminished to 3 ft.
  • Torah Reading - The plexiglass separating the Torah readers from the person receiving the aliyah will be removed. Following your aliyah, please do not stand on the other side of the shulchan but return to your seat.
  • Kiddush - Since kiddush is outdoors, masks are no longer required. We will still provide a COVID-safe kiddush for the benefit of all our members. Seating will be available, weather permitting.
  • Contact Tracing and Sign Up - We will no longer maintain sign ups for weekday and Shabbat. However due to security measures, all people entering the parking lot by vehicle on Shabbat morning will be asked for their name and checked off on the pre registered list. Sign up via email with Kim at kmahoney@cas-stamford.org


Youth Guidelines:
All adults attending groups must continue to wear a mask inside CAS. This is to model the behavior that we expect from the children who are required to wear a mask under CAS policy. As a reminder, children aged 2 are encouraged to wear a mask and all children under 12 and any children over 12 who are not yet fully vaccinated are required to wear a mask.

More good news! We have made it even easier to come and daven on Shabbat. Children are now permitted to accompany their parents to minyan provided that they are able to sit with you during davening. Try coming to a 9am Shabbat minyan with your child(ren) and then drop them off at groups at 10am while you come back and enjoy the rest of your davening experience.

If you have not signed up for groups yet this week, there is still time!

Pre-Shabbat Virtual Opportunities at CAS  
  1. Community Prayers for Healing with Rabbi Moshe Kurtz, Friday at 4:40 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  2. Studies for the Soul with Rabbi Kurtz, Friday at 4:50 PM - https://zoom.us/j/8514043665 - password: 1234613
  3. Join Rabbi Cohen's Living Torah Moment and Rabbi Kurtz's Daily Peninei Halacha

Shabbat Announcements 
  • CAS President, Toby Schaffer's Shabbat Announcements
  • Rabbi Kurtz's Monday and Thursday 7:15pm classes are now hybrid with an option of meeting in the chapel

Shabbat Information 
  • Learn about the Shabbat Torah Reading for Parshat Shelach with the insights of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z"l - click here
  • Haftarah for Parshat Shelach - summary by Chabad.org - click here
  • Haftarah for Parshat Shelach - summary by Haftarah Helper - click here
  • The Haftorah is read from Joshua 2:1-24
  • Rabbi Avi Block will lead the 10:30 AM shiur titled "Desertion and Disunion: Reassessing the Sin of the Spies"
  • Rabbi Yossi Kamman will lead the 7:15 PM Code of Jewish Law class
  • Shabbos Mevarchim: We bless the month of Tamuz
  • The molad for Tamuz is Thursday June 10th at 9:15AM and 8 chalokim
  • Rosh Chodesh is observed from Wednesday evening through Friday afternoon
  • COVID-19 Related Reminder: Individuals who are not yet fully vaccinated must wear a mask inside the shul at all times. All participants at outdoor services may opt to not wear a mask. Please make sure to review the rest of our updated guidelines..

Welcome  to Duvie Shapiro who is joining us this Shabbat. Due to weather, we will daven Friday night inside the chapel. On Shabbat morning, Duvie will lead Shacharit indoors and musaf outdoors. The 9 AM minyan will be followed by a hot kiddush catered by 613. Join us post mincha on Shabbat afternoon for a kumzitz and conversation with Duive and musical Havdalah following maariv.

Check him out at https://www.youtube.com/user/duvieshapiro. He will also be joining us on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

A Message from Duvie Shapiro - our Guest Chazzan for June and the High Holidays
Dear Congregants of Congregation Agudath Shalom.

Rabbi Cohen asked that I write a little bio on myself so you can get to know me a little better prior to joining you for Shabbos Parshas Shlach. Being that I will also be joining you for the Yomim Noraim as your Chazzan Be"Ezrat Hashem, I felt I would take this opportunity to personally introduce myself. I originally come from Monsey New York, and now currently live with my wife and 4 beautiful children in Ramat Eshkol, Jerusalem Israel. I've been singing since I was little child, joining the Miami Boys Choir when I was 9. I'm the nephew of Congregants Sandy and Lil Shapiro, so that should give you an idea of my Yichus when it comes to singing and Chazzanut. I come from an extremely musical family and alot of what I know and do today comes from my father and his brothers, Uncle Sandy being one of them. They have been singing in Shuls for congregations since they were children and myself and the rest of our generation are continuing on with that tradition. The one thing I could say that Shapiro's put the biggest emphasis on when it comes to Chazzanut, is connecting with the Congregation they are representing. We take it very seriously, and view it as our responsibility to uplift and inspire everyone involved with our voices and tunes. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to be joining you for Parshas Shlach as well as humbled by the opportunity to be representing you for the Yomim Noraim. I'm looking forward to seeing you all soon!
Shabbat Shalom!
Duvie

Thank you  to Kate & Peretz Cik and Toby Schaffer for hosting our Shabbat Backyard Meet and Greets this weekend!

Yahrzeit Announcement   Reminder that when a person arrives at shul for a Yahrzeit during the week to please speak to Rabbis Cohen or Kurtz before ascending to leed the davening. There may be multiple chiyuvim and we prioritize sharing the honor of leading the service.
Mazal Tov
  • to Rhoda and Avi Freedberg on the recent marriage of their son Jonathan to Maren Roccamonte!
  • to Meredith and David Cohen on Hannah's Bat Mitzvah this weekend!
  • to Nancy and Gadi Mimoun on the arrival of a grandson!
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Kiddush: Benjy Karsch in memory of his father, Daniel Karsch/Daniel Natan ben Yosef David; Fred and Robin Wexler in memory of Fred's father, Theodore Wexler/Tuvah Ben Eleizer Hakohen; Meredith and David Cohen in celebration of Hannah's Bat Mitzvah

Senior Challah Deliveries: Avram and Rhoda Freedberg
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Upcoming Events
Save The Date! 

Shabbat, June 12th - A Farewell Fete in the Park for Rabbi Avi and Dena Block and Family
Join us in the 5th Street Playground Park from 4 PM - 5 PM. Rabbi Block will grace us with one last Parsha shiur before they leave for camp and Israel and we share a few words of tribute in their honor.

Tuesday, June 22nd - Agudath Sholom Annual Meeting at 7:30 PM - We will honor our CSS volunteers with the George and Ziporah Excellence of Spirit Award- Hineni award.

Tuesday, July 22nd - Senior Afternoon Event in the Tent - All seniors are invited for a fun afternoon of food, socializing and a special program. Hosted by the CAS Chesed Committee.

Sunday, July 27th - A Celebration and in Gratitude of Life BBQ for the our Shul Community - Hosted by the CAS Men's Club, Agudath Women and Young Couples and Families

Sunday, August 29th - Chanukat Habayit Dedication and Celebration of Agudath Sholom at 5 PM- Join us to celebrate the rededication
Shabbat Shalom
Michael Feldstein's latest article in the Jewish Link  click here

Making Mitzvah Moments News:  Preciation Pastry Pops for Shots Calling all 12-15 Year Olds! Making Mitzvah Moments is partnering with Beldotti Bakery to inspire gratitude and giving. Pick up a Free Pastry Pop at Beldottis and bring to your vaccination appointment and bring a token of appreciation, such as a Pasty Pop and/or a handmade card, a printed poster, balloons or a gift card to give to someone working at the site. Take photos, post on their own social media sites and tag with hashtag makingmitzvahmoments to encourage other teens across the country to do the same. Feel free to share nationwide and start your own campaign and thank you Risa Raich for this wonderful idea and Beldotti Bakery for their support!

New Halacha Q and A WhatsApp Group Our first ever Pesach Q and A group was very helpful for many people to learn from each other and pose Halachic questions to Rabbi Cohen and Rabbi Kurtz. We are transforming the group into a general Whatsapp group for Halachic queries. To join the whats app group, click here. Halachic questions should not be submitted on the whats app but via this form.
Weekday Schedule
ShacharitShacharit: Sunday 7:00 AM/8:30 AM, Monday-Wednesday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM, Thursday-Friday 6:20 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaMincha: Sunday-Thursday 8:15 PM, Friday 7:00 PM
Candles Friday8:08 PM
ThursdayRosh Chodesh Tamuz
FridayRosh Chodesh Tamuz
CAS Young Families
  • NEW MOMMY AND ME PLAYGROUP Calling all Moms and babies ages 0-2 years old. Starting May 10th on Mondays at 10 AM in private backyards. Come hang out, let the kids play, and drink your coffee. For more info, contact Leah Miller leah.fischel@gmail.com.
  • YOUNG ADULTS UPDATES
    Get ready for a summer full of fun social events with the CAS young couples committee (**Masks and social distancing to be observed)

    Save the date!!!

    June 27th @ 8pm
    Backyard game night - details to follow

    July 22nd @ 8pm
    Womens flower arranging class with our very own Elior Coleman florist extraordinaire.

    July 28th @ 8pm
    Men's Night Out - Details to follow

    August 22nd
    Summer soiree/movie on the lawn - food, drinks and chill with friends old and new

    For more info and to get involved contact Miriam Sperber at miriam.lehrer@gmail.com.
CAS Announcements
  • CAS 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 and our Young Families page. We are excited to launch our CAS on Instagram. Join here and invite your friends!
  • 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 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 Classes Online

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

Shabbat, June 5

9:35 PMRabbi Cohen and his family: Virtual Havdalah - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Sunday, June 6

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
5:55 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Yoma - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Monday, June 7

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 - The Book of Ezra - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
5:55 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Yoma - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
7:15 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz - Jewish Approaches to Contemporary Issues: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
8:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Tuesday, June 8

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
5:55 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Yoma - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Wednesday, June 9

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
5:55 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Yoma - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
8:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613

Thursday, June 10

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 PMBob Abrams: Reading Hebrew from the Siddur - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
5:55 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
6:00 PMRabbi Daniel Cohen: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Yoma - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
7:15 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz - The Weekly Talmud: Tractate Makkot - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
8:15 PMCAS Mincha/Maariv: - 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, June 11

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
4:40 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz: Community Prayers for Healing - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
4:50 PMRabbi Moshe Kurtz: Studies for the Soul - Mishna class, now studying Tractate Makkot - zoom.us/j/8514043665 Dial in: (646) 568-7788, code: 8514043665# - Zoom password: 1234613
5:00 PMCAS Shabbats Daf Yomi: - zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733# - Zoom password: 015824
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Avi Chaim ben Penina
  • Chaya Sara bat Nava
  • Dov ben Pnina
  • Hannah Devorah bat Rachel
  • Nechama Miriam bat Devorah
  • Shoham Josef ben Nechama Miriam
  • Shoshana Tova bat Leah
  • Yehuda ben Reisel
Community Announcements
  • JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOOK SALE Sunday, June 13 - 11:00am - 3:00pm in the lobby of the State Cinema Movie Theater at 990 Hope Street in Springdale. Are you looking for a summer read or a gift for Father's Day? Look no further. The Jewish Historical Society of Fairfield County is hosting a one-day Book Sale. The books for purchase have been donated by members of the community and include best sellers, cookbooks, mysteries, historical novels and coffee table books. Proceeds from the event will be used to support the management of the Harry Rosenbaum JHS Judaica Library. The Library is currently in storage and will be relocated to a new site in Stamford.
  • IT'S TIME TO TRAVEL TO ISRAEL! Join United Jewish Federation for an informational meeting THIS Sunday, June 6th at 10am via zoom. The tentative dates are November 28th to December 5th. An optional extension in the UAE is available if there is interest. Jun 6, 2021 10:00 AM - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86257658292. For more information, email dianesloyer@ujf.org
  • JOIN UJF'S PJ LIBRARY FOR A MITZVAH FAIR This Sunday, June 6th at 3:30pm, outdoors. Write or color letters to American Jewish soldiers, make a toy for an animal at the shelter, clothing drive, food drive for Schoke JFS, make a star of Hope & more. 1035 Newfield Ave I the front field. Sign up for this free program at www.ujf.org/pjmitzvah. Contact Sharon Franklin at sharon@ujf.org for more info.
  • CALLING ALL LADIES! Join UJF's NextGen group for a "Ladies' Night Out" on Wednesday, June 16th from 7-9pm at a private home in Stamford. $20 per person. Crafts, Dinner and spirits tasting and specialty cocktails from Litchfield Distillery. Firepit with smores for dessert. RSVP by June 14th. Contact Sharon Franklin at sharon@ujf.org for questions. Committee: Jessica Berger, Elisa Greenberg, Erica Safar & Mel Vorm. (NextGen is an affinity group of 20's through early 40's which gathers for social, leadership, and social action programs).
  • 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
  • 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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