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Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Bulletin |
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Shmini Atzeret/Simchat Torah |
October 3, 2026 |
22-23 Tishrei |
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| Friday |
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| Candle Lighting |
6:16 PM |
| Mincha |
6:21 PM |
| Shabbat (Shemini Atzeret) |
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| Shacharit |
7:00/8:00/8:45 AM |
| The Rebbe on the Parsha |
7:45 AM |
| Melachim Class |
9:00 AM |
| Latest Shema |
9:48 AM |
| Sanctuary Yizkor (not earlier than) |
10:00 AM |
| Teen Minyan |
10:15 AM |
| Shiur |
10:45 AM |
| Latest Shacharit |
10:46 AM |
| Code Of Jewish Law |
5:20 PM |
| Daf Yomi |
5:20 PM |
| Mincha |
6:10 PM |
| Candle Lighting |
7:14 PM |
| Simchat Torah Hakafot |
7:30 PM |
| Simchat Torah |
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| Shacharit |
7:00/8:45 AM |
| Daf Yomi |
5:25 PM |
| Mincha followed by Neilat Hachag |
6:15 PM |
| Yom Tov Ends |
7:13 PM |
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We Are All Part of the Redemption
One idea has stayed with me throughout Sukkot: the sukkah is not only something we enter. It is something we are called to become. In reflecting on the life of Luba Weinroth with her family, I was struck by how often she created that kind of shelter for others—a listening ear, a generous spirit, a place where another person felt seen and supported. The Ananei HaKavod, the Clouds of Glory, remind us of God's protection in the wilderness. But perhaps they also ask something of us: Just as God creates shelter for us, whose shelter can I become? This week, another Sukkot moment deepened that idea. Diane and I had the extraordinary blessing of celebrating Shalhevet and Duniel here in Stamford following their wedding in Jerusalem. At the wedding, as we walked toward the bedeken, they intentionally slowed everything down. The music shifted, and standing there with my father beside us, I felt the generations converging—families that had journeyed from Europe to America, and now another generation beginning its Jewish home in Jerusalem. My father could not stop crying. Neither could I. It felt like a glimpse of redemption. We sometimes imagine geulah, redemption, as something enormous that will suddenly transform the world. But perhaps redemption is also built quietly: one Jewish home, one guest invited for Shabbat, one lonely person noticed, one family fed, one relationship repaired, one person given shelter. On their very first Shabbat as a married couple, Shalhevet and Duniel made sure there were guests around their table. A small act—but perhaps that is precisely the point. We never know which word will restore someone's hope, which invitation will ease someone's loneliness, or which act of kindness will change a life. So the question I have been asking throughout these holidays remains: What is my one act? Whose shelter can I become? Where can I add light? This Sukkot, we are launching ROK—Random Opportunities for Kindness at Agudath Sholom, founded by my friend Peter Samuelson, to help turn that question into action. The idea is simple: Don't merely admire kindness. Practice it. Notice it. Multiply it. Reach out. Invite someone. Help a neighbor. Feed a family. Make someone feel seen. Learn more and join the movement at https://www.rokindness.org/welcome?ref=rabbidanielcohen We don't have to wait for redemption. We are part of it. As we approach Simchat Torah and prepare to begin the Torah again, may we not simply dance with the Torah we hold in our arms. May we live it—with our homes, our tables, our words, and the shelter we create for one another. Become a shelter. Choose one act. Add one light. That is how redemption begins. Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach! Rabbi Daniel Cohen |
Expanded Simchat Torah Kiddush Join us for a joyous Simchat Torah celebration!
7:30 PM — Hakafot - We'll celebrate with a full hour of singing, dancing and Hakafot, so grab a snack before you come!
8:30 PM — Festive Kiddush Meal - Following Hakafot, enjoy a delicious Kiddush meal catered by 613, featuring fresh sushi, assorted salads, bread, rolls and desserts.
Come ready to dance, celebrate, eat and share the joy of Torah together!
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Honoring Our CSS Volunteers
This Simchat Torah, we are privileged to recognize several members of our community for their dedicated service to CSS and the security of our shul. While particular individuals will receive honors, they do so as representatives of the many volunteers who quietly give of their time to help protect and care for our community.
We are deeply grateful to every one of them. When you see our CSS volunteers standing watch, please take a moment to acknowledge them, say Shabbat Shalom, and thank them. And perhaps consider joining them. Security is not only about protecting a community; it is one of the ways we build one—by showing up for one another, looking out for one another, and taking responsibility for one another.
May we continue to strengthen our bonds of friendship and responsibility, uplift one another, and, with God’s help, go from strength to strength.
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Divrei Torah for Shabbat and the last days of Yom Tov
- Friday Night Dvar Torah - Rabbi Daniel Cohen
- Shabbat Sanctuary Sermon - Rabbi Daniel Cohen
- Between Mincha and Maariv - Rabbi Levi Feller
- Neilat Hachag - Rabbi Aryeh Roberts
- Sunday Morning Women's Learning - Diane Cohen
Sanctuary Baalei Tefillah
Shabbat
- Shacharit and Hallel - Aaron Berk
- Musaf and Tefillat Geshem - Levi Dulitz
Sunday
- Shacharit and Hallel - Nate Pava
- Musaf - Simeon Wohlberg
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Important Message from Rabbi Daniel Cohen
The Eighth Front: An American Jewish Future Initiative
Uniting people, ideas, and resources to build the alliances and action this moment demands.
David Harris challenged our community to recognize that this is not a moment to stand on the sidelines. His message strengthened my resolve to engage more deeply with the challenges facing the Jewish people, Israel, and America and to help turn concern into action.
God willing, I will convene a group in October to explore what we can do together. If you can contribute ideas, expertise, relationships, partnerships, or resources, please contact me at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org.
The moment is urgent. The responsibility is ours. It is time to step forward.
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Lost Item If you mistakenly took a black Perry Ellis XL coat by mistake, please return it to the office
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Shabbat Topics & Participants
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| The Rebbe on the Parsha |
Rabbi Yisrael Deren |
| Melachim Class |
Mark Wagshul |
| Bob's Basics |
On hiatus until Oct. 17 |
| Shiur |
Rabbi Aryeh Roberts: Reading and Rereading Simchat Torah |
| Kohelet Readers |
Mark Wagshul, Chaim Bergman and Sam Sroka |
- to our Simchat Torah Honorees!
- Chatan Torah: David Zizmor
- Chatan Bereishit: Adam Breiner
- Chatan Maftir: Jeff Lewis
- Chatan Kol Hanearim: Ben Folkinshteyn
- Keter Torah: Margie Abrams
- Chatanei Hagbah: Howard Wolfe, David Brand, Phil Steinmetz
- Chatanei Gelilah: Ari Goldstein, Yonnie Rubinfeld
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- to Judy & Howard Goldstein on the arrival of a granddaughter, born to Daniella & Jake Goldstein! Mazal Tov to aunt and uncle Avielle Movsas & Bradley Goldstein!
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- to Phyllis & Moshe Shapiro on the engagement of their grandson Noam, son of Rony Shapiro and Sharon Shapiro, to Shalva Neeland, daughter of Yocheved & Dr. Ian Needland of Cleveland!
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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
- to Lillian Shapiro on the passing of her brother, Yussie Spiro z"l (Yosef Yehuda ben Yechiel HaLevi v'Sheindel)
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- Thank You For Another Successful Sukkot Across Agudath! Despite the rain, new friendships were formed, and a lot of delicious food was enjoyed by many. Thank you to our wonderful hosts for making this meaningful observance possible for so many: Margie & Bob Abrams, Karen & Ira Berk, Stacie & Aaron Berk, Diane & Rabbi Daniel Cohen, Tricia & Rob Hoff, Lorraine Hutzler & James Marcus, Sharon & Jeff Lewis, and Maria & Glen Reicin
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- to Howard Weiss as always for lending his expertise in chairing and catering the fantastic Simchat Torah luncheon!
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- Senior Challah Deliveries: Jessica & Eytan Sosnovich in commemoration of Jessica's father, John Chargar's (Yakob Ben Eliyah) yahrzeit
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- Chapel Kiddush: Anonymous "In gratitude for our children, grandchildren and for all the blessing we receive"
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- Teen Kiddush: Liz & Andre Jacobovitz in honor of 1 year since Noam’s Bar Mitzvah!
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- Sanctuary Kiddush and Neilat Hachag: Co-sponsored by Rhonda Schaffer-Maron & Jeffrey Maron in commemoration of Rhonda's father, David Schaffer's z"l yahrzeit; The Feurstein and Berk families on the 10th yahrzeit of their husband, father and grandfather, Seymour Feurstein z"l; Ivy & Marvin Schildkraut in memory of Ivy's father Francis Medel z"l; Toby and Gene Tabachnick in memory of Isadore Rosen z"l; and Julie Veetal & Jacob Karasik in memory of Julie's father, Joseph Jules z"l
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Simchat Torah Lunch 5786
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Sunday, October 4 - 1:30 PM
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Join us for our long-standing traditional deluxe kiddush lunch on Simchat Torah! Please join this list of sponsors!
Thanks to our sponsors listed below, please join them!
Aliza & Bradley Baskir
Diane & Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Rebecca & Seth Greenberg |
Vered & Mark Links
Diane Reichborn
Anon Ymous |
Karen & Ira Berk
Zoe & Harry Chiel
Elise & Steven Cohen
Meredith & David Cohen
Vivi & Rabbi Yisrael Deren
Ziona & Elie Doft
Cyndy & Eric Goldberg
Sara Fay & Shmuli Goldis
Tricia & Robert Hoff
Andre & Liz Jacobovitz
Susan & George Klein
Marla & Jason Lewis
Danielle & Judd Linden
Tamar Lilienthal & Tzvi Merczynski-Hait
The Niedober Family
Maria & Glenn Reicin |
Gayle & Howard Rothman
Toby Schaffer
Ivy & Marvin Schildkraut
The Schwartz/Sober Family
Shelley & Eddie Senker
Jennie & Josh Small
Marilyn & Harry Soffer
Marti & Jordan Soffer
Toby & Gene Tabachnick
Danielle & Steven Thau
Rebecca & Jonathan Tipermas
Nava & Eitan Ulmer
Sandi & Stuart Waldstreicher
Shushannah & Ari Yasgur
Navah & David Zizmor |
Adina & Steven Adelman
Johanna & Selim Akyuz
Barbara & Ron Ashkenas
Toby & Darren Bahar
Jessica & Adam Batkin
Gayle & Mitchell Bell
Albert Bensimon
Debra & Michael Berg
Darona & Tzvi Bernstein
Naomi Diamond & Jonathan Cohen
Elior & David Coleman
Judy & Nick Contente
Can Dyman
Debra & Dan Faizakoff
Sharon & Michael Feldstein
Claudine & Stuart Feurstein
Lee Miller & Leslie Freedman
Jessica & Adam Furmansky
Yael Stern & Chaim Gartenberg
Shira & David Gilboa
Marielle Horowitz & Shlomie Goldberg
Avielle & Brad Goldstein
Hilary & Ari Goldstein
Meryl & David Gordon
Shira & Ethan Green
Jaffa & Pinchas Gross
Leora & Yaakov Hauptman
Sheryl Hertzberg
Sarah Hochman
Judi & Nathan Janette
Monica & Eric Jankelovits
Rachel Seligson & David Jelen
Rachel & Gavin Kaimowitz
Diane Sarnoff & Jason Kanefsky
Abigail Pick & Daniel Katz
Mark Kaufman
Jessica & Noah Kinstlinger
Lorraine & David Kweskin
Hannah & Michael Lefkovich
Elise Lerner
Leron & Benjamin Lerner |
Rachel & David Levi
Dani & Michael Levine
Ana & Albert Lilienfeld
Rhonda & Judd Love
Roselyn Mangot
Shira & Steven Manheimer
Lorraine & James Marcus
Susan Mark
Seth & Dinah Miller Marlowe
Kori & Bill Meyers
Lisa Michelson
Nancy & Gadi Mimoun
Rona & David Moskowitz
Alison & Nate Pava
Hannah & Harlan Pittell
Marina Sapir & Alex Podelko
Rosa & Saiid Rastegar
Shoshy & Jonah Rosen
Aviva & Paul Schieber
Shelly & Harold Schwartz
Ronnie & Steve Sichel
Wendy & Jared Siegel
Rebecca & Eric Sigman
Shai & Rebecca Sober
The Sosnovich Family
The Sperber Family
Shaya Speter
Caroline Marciano & Mark Svartz
Elana & Brian Tepper
Rachel & Harold Terk
Judy & Jeffrey Tretin
Rachel & Greg Waldstreicher
Barbara & Harry Webski
Howard Weiss
Nurit & Mark Wexler
Sharon & Simeon Wohlberg
Howard Wolfe
Helene Zimmerman
Shira & Mitchell Zucker
Michal & Yishai Zwiren |
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Kids' Hakafot in the Park
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Sunday, October 4 - 4:30 PM
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Tuesday, October 6 - 8:15 AM
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Torah for Life Lunch & Learn Series with Rabbi Cohen
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Tuesday, October 6 - 12:00 PM
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55+ Social Committee at the Museum
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Thursday, October 8 - 11:30 AM
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Friends of the IDF Shabbat
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Monday, October 12 - 8:00 PM
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Tuesday, October 13 - 4:30 PM
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Man Up Pre-Bar Mitzvah Father/Son Class
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Sunday, October 18 - 9:15 AM
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Matan Pre-Bat Mitzvah Mother/Daughter Class
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Sunday, October 18 - 9:30 AM
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Midrash for the Soul (4-part series)
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Tuesday, October 20 - 8:15 AM
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The Battle Within (7-part Series)
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Tuesday, October 20 - 9:00 AM
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Thursday, October 22 - 7:30 PM
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Understanding Israel's Elections
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Monday, October 26 - 7:30 PM
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Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You (6 part series)
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Wednesday, October 28 - 10:30 AM
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Senior Challah Delivery Sponsorships
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Axe Throwing with Combined Men's Clubs of Stamford
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Thursday, November 5 - 7:00 PM
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Men's Beit Midrash
Wednesday, October 7 - 8:00 PM
Join us every Wednesday night for our weekly Men’s Beit Midrash. 8:00pm Chavrusa Learning, 8:45pm shiur from rotating Rabbis in the community, 9:00pm: Maariv. Learn with a chavrusa in one of two ways: choose a sefer or topic to learn with a friend each week, or study the source sheet prepared by that week’s teacher. Need help finding a chavrusa or choosing what to learn? Contact Rabbi Roberts or Sam Bienenfeld.
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Kuriansky Teen Leadership Institute Applications Now Open Classes will take place monthly, October through May - KTLI is a leadership program that empowers Jewish teens to make a difference in our community, through the values of Tzedakah (philanthropy), Tikun Olam (social justice), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving kindness). Teens entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade are invited to apply, and KTLI alumni are welcome to participate. Apply today at http://www.ujf.org/leadership
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- Shabbat Icebreakers (courtesy of Yaakov Moshe and Elisheva Shmidman)
- What’s something you did that involved Jews from different backgrounds? (Chazal teach that the arba minim represent the unity of different types of Jews.)
- What is something that doesn’t last long that you really enjoy or appreciate? (The Sukkah is supposed to be a temporary dwelling place.)
- What is a place that makes you feel especially happy just by being there? (Sukkos is called זמן ×©×ž×—×ª× ×•.)
- Would You Rather sleep outside under the stars for a week or eat every meal outside for a week? (Living in the sukkah.)
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- Join the Israel Advocacy Committee Our commitment to Israel extends beyond our prayers—to our voices, learning, and advocacy. To become more involved in Israel engagement at Agudath Sholom, please contact me or Paul Schieber, Chair of our Israel Advocacy Committee, at phschieber@gmail.com. Together, we can strengthen support for Israel and make a meaningful difference.
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- Israel Advocacy - Sign up for Pens and Swords This group shares links to petitions and information about how everyone can contact political figures and businesses to advocate on behalf of Israel. Most of these actions take under a minute to complete and they keep pressure on policymakers to support Israel and/or drop actions that are detrimental. Please share the link for this group with as many supporters of Israel and the Jewish people as possible. click here
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- Shacharit Monday-Friday: 6:30/7:30/8:30 AM
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- Mincha Monday-Thursday: 6:15 PM; Friday: 6:09 PM
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- Candle Lighting Friday: 6:04 PM
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We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
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- Elia Shava
- Hodel Dena
- Yaffa bat Hanna
- Leah bat Tziporah
- Moshe Yosef ben Sarah Leah
- Aharon ben Bracha
- Shalom ben Hannah
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- Shaina Faiga bat Rivka
- Esther Miriam bat Chana
- Ilana Idit bat Leeba
- Leeba bat Chana Surah
- Sarah Shlomit bat Leeba
- Yoseph ben Esther Miriam
- Ahuva Malka bat Sarah
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- Hadassa bat Miriam
- Sarah Bat-El bat Daniella
- Bayla Frimet bat Rivka Henshe
- Yaakov Kopel Moshe ben Rivka
- Yehudit bat Jacqueline
- Yehuda ben Sarah
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- Shani Y
- Frederick B
- Sally K
- Elimelech E
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- Rachel M
- Jeremy S
- Yehudit S
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- UJF's From Darkness to Light Wednesday, October 7 - from 1pm-7:30pm at the Stamford JCC - October 7 left wounds that will never be forgotten. This immersive experience invites you to honor those we lost, reflect on the resilience of our people, and embrace the hope that continues to lead us forward. The memorial room will be open from 1:00pm - 7:30pm. We invite you to stop by at any time throughout the day. A memorial prayer service will take place at 6:00pm.
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- UJF's A Reservist’s Experience Wednesday, October 7 at 8:30am. Location will be shared once registration is completed. Join UJF for a presentation and breakfast, with Eden's sister Shani. Shani served as a Captain in the IDF Airforce and continues to serve as a reservist. She will share her story and answer questions. Space is limited to the first 25 registrants. Apply today at www.ujf.Shani
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- SAR High School's Community-Wide October 7 Commemoration Wednesday, October 7 at 6:30 pm at SAR High School, 503 W 259th St. Join the Riverdale Jewish Community Partnership for a night of remembrance and reflection as we mark three years since the attack of October 7. Come together for powerful testimonies from heroes and survivors as we gather as a community in song, strength, and solidarity. Register at www.riverdaley.org/oct7
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- UJF's The Big Give Sunday, October 25 - from 9am-4pm at the UJF Office.Join in a day of unity, philanthropy, and community building at UJF’s Big Give! With something for everyone, the day features meaningful volunteer opportunities, an exciting phone-a-thon, family-friendly activities, inspiring speakers, and more. Come together, get involved, and help make a lasting impact on our Jewish community. Sign up today at www.ujf.org/BigGive26
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- UJF's Glenn Cohen: Hope After Captivity Wednesday, November 4 – at 7:30pm Insights from Mossad Chief Psychologist, the leading mental health professional who debriefed the 168 hostages. Glenn reveals rare and inspiring untold stories of resilience from freed hostages and NOVA survivors. Register today at www.ujf.org/glenncohen
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- Join our community for an uplifting evening featuring the Special in Uniform band! November 5, 7:30 pm A unique Jewish National Fund-USA initiative, Special in Uniform enables young Israeli adults with disabilities to serve in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), creating belonging and opening doors to meaningful opportunities. Enjoy a dessert reception, and an unforgettable musical performance embodying the spirit of Israel. For more information: jnf.org/powermusic
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- UJF's Rothschild Society Presents: Staying One Step Ahead of Cyber Threats Monday, November 16 - at 7pm In today’s digital world, cyber threats can impact organizations of all sizes. Join UJF’s Rothschild Society for a free virtual seminar featuring cybersecurity experts Evgin Heath and Jeremy Paulson, who will share practical strategies to safeguard your organization, protect sensitive data, and reduce online risks. Advance registration is required. Sign up today at www.ujf.org/CyberSecurity
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- Aaron’s Place - A Kosher Comfort Room Aaron's Place, on the ground floor of Stamford Hospital, provides kosher snacks, drinks and meals, in a comfortable environment. If you are caring for a hospitalized loved one or waiting for tests, this comfort room is a place to relax and refresh. Information is available at the hospital front desk, The code, in Hebrew letters, is on the door of the room. Volunteers Needed! To volunteer, please email ronsichel@aol.com
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