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september 2016/av - elul 5776published monthly/vol. 2, issue no. 2
HOW ARE THESE HIGH HOLY DAYSDIFFERENT FROM OTHER HIGH HOLY DAYSPage 5
ALL ABOUT THE HIGH HOLY DAYSPage 6
CELEBRATE SHABBAT WITH TEMPLE BETH AMPage 19
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SELICHOT
Pray. Sing. Meditate.
Dinner: 6:15pmProgram: 7:00pm
Service: 8:00pmCome for the dinner, the service,the program or all three. Please RSVP for the dinner only ($20 per person) by 9.9.2016
Make check payable to Sisterhood of TBA. Mail check to Lois Remick at 5540 Tamberlane Circle, Apt. 116, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Call us at 561.747.1109 or email us at [email protected]
Saturday, 9.24.16Selichot is the Kick-Off to the High Holy Days.
It is a time for introspection, reflection and soul searching as we begin the process of teshuvah (repentance) and forgiveness in preparation for the High Holy Day season.
Join us for dinner catered by our in-house Chef, followed by our Selichot program and Service with our live band.
HighHolyDays KICK-OFF
PARTY
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TABLE OF CONTENTSmessage from the president..................................................pg 4 rosh hashanah seder...............................................................pg 4message from the rabbi.........................................................pg 5all about the high holy days...................................................pg 6new fall programs..................................................................pg 10kids shabbat...........................................................................pg 11sisterhood scoop.....................................................................pg 12men’s club scribbles..............................................................pg 14baseball game........................................................................pg 15tba book club........................................................................pg 16league of women voters breakfast.....................................pg 17celebrate shabbat................................................................pg 19the one school.......................................................................pg 20mishpacha family center......................................................pg 22hamakom news.....................................................................pg 24youth group............................................................................pg 25calendar.................................................................................pg 30 w
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TEMPLE BETH AM2250 CENTRAL BLVDJUPITER, FL [email protected]
TEMPLE OFFICE HOURSMonday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
Rabbi: Alon LevkovitzCantor: Jessica Turnoff FerrariRabbinic Intern: Brett Tancer
Director of Engagement, Programming & Membership: Carol SleeperDirector of Administration & Accounting: Melanie GoldsobelEarly Childhood Director: Paula DeakterMishpacha/Family Center Coordinator: Yael Luski LawrenceEducation Director: Alissa FrankelJewish Life Activities Director: Danna CohenYouth Director: Amanda FeldCommunications Manager: Elizabeth HowellDirector of Food Services and Catering: Eric WeinerFacilities Supervisor: Roy WrightBookkeeper: Lori ColburnExecutive Administrative Assistant: Margot HauserAssistant Scribe Editors: Margot Hauser & Debbie BasemanEarly Childhood Administrator: Sherrie Kesselman
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Carol Carswell - [email protected] President: Brian Cohn - [email protected] President: Jack Tenenbaum - [email protected], Education: Catherine Drourr - [email protected]: Mary Elias - [email protected]: Steve Misshula - [email protected]
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Leah Frankel Jackie Halderman Bob HochmanBrad Roffer Harvey Silverman Leona UsherEllen Vargas Mark Slifkin
MEN’S CLUB REPRESENTATIVE: Bruce CohenSISTERHOOD REPRESENTATIVE: Maril LevyPARLIAMENTARIAN: Jody Minde
PAST PRESIDENTS: Jeanne Tarsches John Alexander Alvin SchlossbergBrud Tarsches Stephen Lewis Michael Deakter (2 terms)Beth Eisenman Len Green Jerry SilversArnie Weinstein Bob Miller Tom RossMyrna Abramowitz Jody Minde Bruce CohenHal Baseman (2 terms) Mark Slifkin
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTVacations are over and the children are back in school. Now it is time to get ready for the High Holy Days. Clergy and Staff are very busy preparing and, believe me, this year it is extra difficult. Due to construction, staff is confined to a very small area and they are doing a commendable job. Clergy is sitting wherever they can find room. It will all be worth it when the job is finished and, hopefully, that won’t be too much longer.
Selichot is September 24 and that starts off our High Holy Days. Dinner is served first at 6:15pm and if you wish to attend dinner, you need to notify the Sisterhood. However, it is not necessary to attend the dinner to come to the wonderful program at 7:00pm, followed by our meaningful Selichot Service at 8:00pm.
If you are a member in good standing (you’re current on your financial
obligations to Temple Beth Am), and have returned your Voluntary Financial Commitment membership renewal card, your High Holy Days tickets will be mailed to you in mid September. A copy of the Voluntary Financial Commitment card can be found on the back page of this Scribe. If you wish to buy extra tickets or do not receive your tickets, please notify the office. Along with your tickets will be your High Holy Days Pledge card. Please give what you gave last year or, if possible, more. This money is needed to provide for all the activities and programming that goes on throughout the year.
The past couple of years, congregants have made very meaningful speeches on Yom Kippur. This year, unfortunately, you have to listen to me.
The One School kicked off their season with their Back-to-School Ice Cream Social which was very well attended.
by Carol Carswell
August 21 was the Temple Open House from 10:00am to 1:00pm. As usual, it was a great affair with something for everyone including games, social action projects, a sundae bar and food by Chef Eric.
Questions about chidush should be directed to Mark Slifkin. Call me at 561-236-3022 if you have questions or wish to chat. My email is [email protected].
B’Shalom, Carol Carswell
ROSH HASHANAH SEDERYou Are Invited to
Temple Beth Am’sRosh Hashanah Seder:
A Delicious Exploration of Jewish Customs from Around the World
Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 10:00amJoin us as we learn and taste our way through the 2000 year old
sephardic tradition of blessing symbolic foods as we joyously usher in the new year with a few modern twists along the way!
No Cost. Adults Only Please. RSVP Required.
for more info, please contact danna [email protected] or 561.747.1109
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How are these High Holy Days Different from other High Holy Days?
Many people who have recently visited TBA have asked me if we are really still planning to have the High Holy Days Services in the sanctuary? The answer is Yes (thank you Mark Slifkin). Even though the entire Chidush project will be completed in time for the dedication on February 25, the sanctuary, along with the extraordinary audiovisual system, will be ready for the High Holy Days.
The physical appearance is not the only thing that will be different this year. Jessica, Brett and I spent the last year planning. We read a lot, attended conferences and seminars, met with colleagues and musicians and spent countless hours amongst ourselves reflecting and brainstorming. It is not that we thought that our Services were not good, it is just that we took the message of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov to heart: “If you are not a better tomorrow than you are today, what need have you for a tomorrow?”
To lead us in the right direction we started by focusing on you, the thousand people who join us for Services. We honestly feel honored that you chose Temple Beth Am and therefore you deserve the most spiritual, intellectual and joyous experience. The challenge is that you are a diverse group. Some of you come only during the High Holy Days and some almost never miss a Shabbat Service; some grew up in a traditional family and some have little Jewish knowledge; some chose Judaism later in life and some never did, yet lovingly support their Jewish spouses and children. Despite that, we still believe that there is a Service that can be meaningful for all of you. I’ll give you two examples:
Kavanot (Context and Intention)
As I’m writing theses lines we are all devastated by the death and damage in flood-ravaged Louisiana and earthquake-stricken Italy. Are these catastrophes the doing of a punishing
God as may be implied by the famous words of the prayer “who by fire, who by water, who by earthquake”? I definitely don’t believe so. But without the right context, the ancient prayers have a potential to lose their beautiful and transformative quality, and to sound dull and unrelatable to people in the 21st century. What we will do is not omit the difficult traditional prayers but add a kavanah, an intention and explanation, that will make the prayers once again move our hearts as well as our minds.
Aliyot (Honors)
Like many synagogues we took advantage of the High Holy Days to thank and acknowledge our members for their charity and volunteer work at the Temple and outside. While expressing gratitude is an essential Jewish virtue we strongly believe in, we had to admit that using the High Holy Days Services for that purpose has some drawbacks. Since we are blessed with many people who are generous with their resources, time and skills, we kept adding aliyot until we realized that at times they interrupt the natural flow of the Service and was making our Services longer.
We also heard comments (completely unjustifiable) that it looks like those who are part of the “inner circle” get all the honors, and those who aren’t seen as worthy weren’t getting any honors. And as you know, perception is at time more important than reality.
But even more important, we believe that the honor of an Aliyah should be used as a way to draw people into Judaism and the life of the congregation, not as a reward to those who have already become immersed in it. It gives us the opportunity to offer Aliyot and to give a special blessing to those who for example, survived an accident or a surgery and to those who were blessed with a new child or grandchild.
I am looking forward to seeing you all during the High Holy Days and hopefully before.
Shannah Tovah, Rabbi Alon Levkovitz
But even more important, we believe that the honor of an Aliyah should be used as a way to draw people into Judaism and the life of the
congregation, not as a reward to those who have already become immersed in it...
by Rabbi Alon Levkovitz
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THE HIGH HOLY DAYS ARE ALMOST HERE!Read this for a rundown of all our exciting events this season
by Debbie Baseman
Here’s what we have going on this season:
Saturday, September 24
Sunday, October 2
Monday, October 3
Tuesday, October 11
Wednesday, October 12
SelichotEat, sing, pray, breathe High Holy Days
6:15pm Dinner (RSVP required)7:00pm Program (no ticket required)8:00pm Service (no ticket reqiuired)
Erev Rosh Hashanah
8:00pm
Rosh Hashanah
10:00am Morning Service2:00pm Young Children’s Interactive Service (no ticket required)4:00pm Tashlich on the beach at Ocean Cay Park (Marcinski Rd. & A1A)
Kol Nidre
8:00pm
Yom Kippur
10:00am Morning Service2:00pm Young Children’s Interactive Service (no ticket required)3:45pm Afternoon Service Yizkor (no ticket required) Break-the-Fast
Selichot is the High Holy Days Kick-Off Party!
Selichot is our way of getting ready for the High Holy Days.
Be with us as we connect with God intellectually, spiritually and musically as we enter this High Holy Days season.
Join us for dinner catered by in-house Chef Eric, followed by our Selichot program and Service with our live band.
Dinner: 6:15pm (RSVP required)*Program: 7:00pmService: 8:00pm
Come for the dinner, the Service, the program or all three.
*The program and Service are free but please RSVP for dinner ($20 per person) by 9/9/2016. Dinner is sponsored by the TBA Sisterhood.
See flyer on page 2 to RSVP for dinner.
Eat.Sing.Pray.
Meditate.
Honor the Memory of Your Loved Ones
Yizkor Book Deadline: September 12, 2016 FIRM
During the High Holy Days, and especially at the Yizkor Service on Yom Kippur, we remember family and friends who have passed away.
It is customary to make a contribution to tzedakah in honor of those for whom we say Yizkor.
One opportunity for honoring the memory of loved ones is to include their names in our annual Yizkor Book, which also includes prayers, poems and readings.
We must receive your Yizkor form by September 12th to include your listing. This is a FIRM deadline. The Yizkor Book is sent out for printing the next day. The Yizkor Book form is on page 9.
Babysitting Available During High Holy Days ServicesIn the spirit of KULANU, there is no cost for babysitting. However, in order to properly staff for our children’s safety, please register in advance by Friday, September 23rd.
Babysitting registration form is on page 21.
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Tashlich on the BeachMonday, October 3rd - 4:00pm
Tashlich means to cast off. Please join us on the beach at Ocean Cay Park (Marcinski Rd.
& A1A) as we cast off our sins by throwing bread into the water.
Bring bread and a picnic dinner if you’d like. Build sandcastles
and participate in beach sports.
Dress in beach attire.
From Shofar to ShofarDuring Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Morning Services
Children 1st - 6th gradesThis multi-sensory program will include organized activities that will give each child a meaningful
and spiritual High Holy Days experience. Please RSVP to Alissa Frankel at 747-1109 or [email protected].
7th - 12th grades
We will have interactive programming for teens during a portion of the morning Services on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Young Children’sInteractive Service
Rosh Hashanah - 2:00pmMonday, October 3rd
Yom Kippur - 2:00pmWednesday, October 12th
Join us for our Rockin’ Services with LIVE BAND on Rosh
Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Services are appropriate for our younger children, birth through
kindergarten (no ticket required).
Break-the-FastAfter Yom Kippur Services
Wednesday, October 12th
Come Break-the-Fast with us after the Concluding Service of
Yom Kippur.
If you are interested in sponsoring the Break-the-Fast, or to make a donation to offset the cost, please contact Debbie Baseman at the Temple at (561)
747-1109. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
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Ushers Wanted!
Can you spare a little time and help us during the High Holy Days? We need volunteers to help us check tickets, hand out books and meet and greet guests during all our Services.
If you would like to help, please contact Bob Hochman at (561) 775-0801 or (917) 807-8086 or email at [email protected].
Dedicate a High Holy Days Prayer Book Would you like to dedicate a High Holy Days prayer book? You can dedicate a book in memory of, in
honor of, or in appreciation of someone; or come up with other words. Doing so will help us offset the costs of our new High Holy Days Books. You can dedicate a prayer book for $36 each.
Dedicating a Prayer Book is a great way to honor, remember or show your appreciation for someone. Your dedication will appear on
the front inside cover of our new High Holy Days Prayer Book.
Example of a dedication:This prayerbook is dedicated to
Temple Beth Amby John & Jane Doe
in honor of their childrenSuzie & Bobby
Send check and this form to Temple Beth Am at 2250 Central Blvd. Jupiter, FL 33458Prayer books are $36 each.
This book is dedicated by (your name)
Circle one: In honor of In memory of In appreciation of Other (indicate what you wish us to write)
The person(s) this book is dedicated to:
High Holy Days Sisterhood Flower Fund
Donor’s name:
We/I would like to sponsor flowers for Rosh Hashanah
We/I would like to sponsor flowers for Yom Kippur
We/I would like to sponsor flowers for whenever they are needed during the High Holy Days.
A contribution of $75 is suggested
Deadline: September 19, 2016
Please send this form and a check made payable to:Sisterhood of Temple Beth Am
c/o Sharon Rosen185 Barbados Dr.Jupiter, FL 33458
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Deadline: September 12, 2016During the High Holy Days, and especially at the Yizkor Service on Yom Kippur, we remember family and friends who have passed away. It is customary to make a contribution to tzedakah in honor of those for whom we say Yizkor. One opportunity for honoring the memory of loved ones is to include their names in our annual Yizkor Book, which also includes prayers, poems and readings.
Please offer the relevant information on this Yizkor form below. We must receive your Yizkor form by September 12th to include your listing. This is a FIRM deadline. Forms received after that will not be processed in time for the name(s) to appear in the book. A donation of $18 per line is suggested. For Yizkor Book questions, please contact Sharon Holinstat at 561-310-4245.
Your name:
Your address:
Your phone number:
Names of loved ones to be included in the Yizkor Book
Name Relationship
Example: John Public Father of George Public
Send check payable to: Temple Beth Am, 2250 Central Blvd., Jupiter, FL 33458
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On the High Holy Days and Sukkot, we pause for reflection and thanksgiving. Hunger is real, even in our area. On Yom Kippur, tradition challenges us to feed the hungry. Let us share what we would have
otherwise eaten on Yom Kippur and more!
Help make it a happier year for those in need by performing the mitzvah of tzedakah.
Donations benefit Alpert Jewish Family and Childrens’ Service.
*Bags distributed during Rosh Hashanah Services*
RETURN FILLED BAGS TO TRUCK AT TBA ON KOL NIDRE OR YOM KIPPUR
ALL FOOD SHOULD BE:Currently Dated
UnopenedNon-perishable
PRIORITY ITEMS INCLUDE:Spaghetti/Pasta, Tomato Sauce, Canned Tuna, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Mayo, Cereal, Toothpaste, Deodorant,
Shampoo, Laundry Detergent, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Canned Fruit/Vegetables/Potatoes and Vegetarian Soups & Pasta Sauces
HIGH HOLY DAYS FOOD DRIVE
YOGA WITH YAELWEDNESDAYS9:15AM
START DATE SEPTEMBER 7
Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve struck more than a few poses, everyone is welcome. Practicing yoga on a regular basis helps reduce stress. Yael Lawrence, MS BC-DMT is a Board Certified Dance Movement Therapist and
has experience teaching all ages how to strengthen their bodies and minds.
Meditation with Cantor Jessica
Join Cantor Jessica Turnoff Ferrari for this reflective celebration as we prepare for Shabbat by clearing our minds of stress and worry.
Cantor Jessica is also a psychotherapist (LMHC) and energy healer. She trained at and served on the faculty of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing, a 4-year college dedicated to the
study of the human energy system.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 & 236:15pm
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KIDS SHABBAT
GARDEN CLEAN UP
Kids ShabbatHigh Holy Days edition!
Friday, September 165:30pm
Informal DinnerStorytime with Rabbi Alon
Songs with Mr. BrettHigh Holy Days themed crafts
cost is $10 per family of 4 - please rsvp to The One School 561.747.3339 or [email protected]
SUNDAY, SEPT. 118:00am
VOLUNTEERSNEEDED
to help usclean up
the garden!Our garden is a great place for kids and adults to play, learn and grow.
Each class in The One School grows different plants so they can experience agriculture in the classroom. Our garden provides a daily outdoor classroom for The One School children, and offers benefits to our entire Temple community.
Please help us keep it beautiful and fun.RSVP to 561.747.3339 or [email protected]
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SISTERHOOD SCOOP by Lois RemickOk, I admit it, during the conventions, I felt the “Bern”! HOWEVER, even Bernie never mentioned what I wanted changed! Simply put, I want all the public schools in the United States to have the SAME start date and end date for the school year. I am tired of keeping 3 separate calendars for the school districts of Florida, Virginia and Massachusetts, (my aging brain needs consistency). So, here’s my plan: please write to Representative Murphy and ask him to introduce a bill to HELP Seniors and Save Trees… one school calendar is more than enough!
All TBA members and their guests are invited to a delicious Selichot Dinner, created and catered by Chef Eric Weiner, presented by Sisterhood, on Saturday evening, September 24 at 6:15pm. Dinner will be followed by a very special, new program at 7:00pm and Selichot Service at 8:00pm, designed and led by Rabbi Alon, Cantor Jessica, and Rabbinic Intern Brett. The cost is $20 per person for dinner; there is no charge to attend the program and Service. Dinner reservations must be
attended the July sessions to participate, and you may sign up for any one or more of the sessions. Look for our flyer in the October Scribe, for specific dates, cost, and the RSVP form.
We will be holding our Open Board Meetings at the Temple as soon as Chidush construction allows. Our meetings will be on the first Tuesday of the month, at 1:00pm. We are always looking for new voices and ideas and volunteers! Please plan on becoming active.
A big thank you to Trudy Boltuch, who has become Sisterhood’s Membership Outreach chair. Trudy will be telephoning the members who indicated they prefer phone calls to email notices and reminders. And, thank you to Trudy, Deb Schmidt, and Maril Levy for their help at the Sisterhood table at TBA’s Open House on August 21.
Stay tuned for Sisterhood program notices in the TBA Wednesday e-News and in our Scribe messages. Be on the lookout for Women’s Game Day & Lunch, JCC Celebrating Sisterhood Brunch at TBA, Line Dancing with the Silver Spurs, DJ and Dancing, a Women’s Seder for All Generations, a Zumba Class and more... We’ve got a great calendar of events and programs scheduled for you! Don’t forget to send your Sisterhood 2016-2017 membership form and dues to Maril Levy, if you haven’t yet done so.
Shalom y’all, Lois Remick
made by Friday, September 16. If you have any questions, please email Lois at [email protected]. See the Selichot Dinner flyer in this Scribe for further information and reservations. Mail your reservation form and check to: Lois Remick, 5540 Tamberlane
Circle, Apt. #116, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418
Save the date to join Sisterhood for our special Sunday, October 9 at 1:00pm, program, An Introduction to Henna Art, with Diana Spring. Diana will teach us about the history and cultural significance of henna art, and she will draw a henna design on each attendee. The event is open to TBA women and their friends, but attendance is limited to 20, and priority will be given to Sisterhood members. Cost is $5.00 for Sisterhood members and $10.00 for guests. This program will be held offsite. See flyer in this issue on the opposite page.
Good news! We have a new date for the Lunch and a Movie featuring The Infidel: Sunday, October 30 from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Lunch by Chef Eric, $10 for TBA Sisterhood Members; $12 for non-members. Open to all TBA adults and guests.
The sisters who attended the special Arise Foundation sessions on
Constructive Aging asked that we extend the program. Beginning in November, we will resume our guided discussions, once a month, on a Monday, from 1:30pm – 3:00pm. This program is open to all TBA women, but limited to 15 participants. You need not have
Stay tuned for Sisterhood program notices in the TBA Wednesday e-News and in our Scribe messages. Be on the lookout for Women’s Game Day & Lunch, JCC Celebrating Sisterhood Brunch at TBA, Line Dancing with the Silver Spurs, DJ and Dancing, a Women’s Seder for
All Generations, a Zumba Class and more...
Join us onFriday, September 23 at 7:00pm
for aShabbat Service
with Torah Reading and September Birthday Blessing
Oneg to follow
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!Carlye & David Fabrikant and their children Jesse & Sienna from Jupiter
Melissa & Daniel Wurtenberger and their children Justin & Cooper from Palm Beach Gardens
Ruth & Sandy Yosowitz of Palm Beach Gardens
Lauren Lobel and her children Zachary & Harrison from Tequesta
Wendy Nemerofsky from Singer Island
Steven & Debra Hurwitz and their children Mira & Eleora from Jupiter
Blair & Brian Chandley and their children Olivia & Jaxson from Jupiter
Seth & Debra Kozak and their children Ryan & Sarah from Jupiter
Scott & Jodi Towbin and their children Brody, Lola & Zoe from Jupiter
Henry & Linda Katz and their son Benjamin from Wellington
Ed & Ellen Freeman from Palm Beach Gardens
Andrew & Stephani Deitch and sons Hayden and Fischer from West Palm Beach
Jonathan & Kimberly Levine and sons Bronson and Roman from Palm Beach Gardens
Orna Hadar and children Gabriella and Alex Nunez from Jupiter
Sisterhood Invites Youto learn about
HENNA ARTSunday, October 9
1:00pmThis event will be held off-site
(details to follow)
Cost: $5.00 for current Sisterhood members
and $10 for non-members.Light snacks will be provided.
Space is limited to 20 participants, with priority given to Sisterhood members
Special guest Diana Spring of
Springtime Henna will drawa self-selected henna design
on each attendeee.
RSVP by Monday, October 2 to Deb Schmidt: 561.789.0044or [email protected]
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MEN’S CLUB SCRIBBLESby Bruce Cohen, Men’s Club President
Labor Day CelebrationFriday, September 2ndJoin us at 6pm for a short Shabbat Service followed by a Congregational Dinner catered by our in-house Chef Eric Weiner.
Come celebrate Labor Day with us!
MEN’S CLUB UPDATE:PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE
I want to say thank you to all the Men’s Club members who have helped with our August programs, including the Temple’s annual Open House on Sunday, August 21st. Men’s Club helped out in the kitchen with Chef Eric on Saturday and Sunday to prepare the delicious quiche, pizza and drinks. Our members also helped serve the food and the ever important clean up. I want to thank everyone who came out to the Open House and enjoyed the day and to thank all the Men’s Club volunteers. Without their help these and many other programs wouldn’t be possible.
Our August Monthly Dining Out Dinner at Casa Mia Trattoria on Indiantown Road was a lovely event attended by many TBA members. Mel Wolfe did a wonderful job organizing this dinner and took care of everything involved to make it a success. Way to go Mel!!!
Coming up in September we have two events on September 11th. First at 9:00am we have a Men’s
Club Breakfast with The League of Women Voters presenting a “Conversation on the Florida Constitutional Amendments.” This talk is a non-partisan look at the Amendments coming up for vote on the November 8th ballot. This breakfast and talk is open to the public so please invite your friends (they don’t have to be Temple members). Breakfast is at 9:00am with a nominal charge (see flyer in this Scribe on page 17). If you would like to come to the Talk on the Amendments please come at 9:30am (no charge). I can tell you having attended previous presentations from this group you really don’t want to miss this opportunity to examine and understand exactly what the issues are that we’re voting on.
At 11:00am is our luxury bus ride to see the Miami Marlins vs. the LA Dodgers. Tickets to the game are in sections 6, 7 or 8 behind the first base dugout, so from my experience going to Marlin’s games, they are wonderful seats. We will be providing a box lunch for the trip down and refreshments as well. The cost for this great day is $50.00 so
please call Bob Hochman at 561-775-0801 or 917-807-8086 for this wonderful day at the ball park.
We are sorry to have to postpone the Shofar Making program we had arranged for this month due to a scheduling conflict with the organization we were bringing in to teach us. We will reschedule for 2017 and give you plenty of notice.
Right after the High Holy Days we again will be helping to build the Sukkah on Sunday, October 16 starting at 8:00am. Please look for more information in the Temple’s Wednesday e-News or next month’s Scribe.
Lastly, men of Temple Beth Am, our next Men’s Club Meeting will be held Wednesday, September 14th at 6:30pm at the Temple. Please join us for an hour or so to go over upcoming Men’s Club activities and events. Your input is always appreciated.
Thanks,Bruce Cohen [email protected]
RSVP for dinner to Margot at 561.747.1109 or [email protected]
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JOIN THE TBA BOOK CLUB
The TBA Book Club that will pick up again in the fall is an informal group that usually meets once a month on Mondays at 10:30am at the Temple. We also usually go out for lunch afterwards. Edie Wolf, the chairperson, will send out email reminders of upcoming dates and the books we will read.
If you have not attended the Book Club before but would like to receive email reminders about upcoming meetings, please contact Edie to give her your contact information. Any questions or suggestions may be directed to Edie at [email protected] or 443-223-9729.
The September meeting of the Summer Book Club will be on:
Monday, September 12 at 11:30amat The Cooper located at 4610 PGA Blvd.
at PGA Commons South side of PGA Blvd.
and east of Shady Lakes DriveWe will be discussing
“The Last Woman Standing” by Thelma Adams
To RSVP, please contact CK Tenenbaum at [email protected]
or call 561.744.3010
A synopsis of our September book:
The Last Woman Standingby Thelma Adams
Josephine Marcus is a rebellious young woman who doesn’t want to settle down with a nice Jewish boy and is lured to Tombstone, Arizona by the promises of Johnny Behan, a local sheriff. She arrives in Arizona naive and full of hopes. At first she trusts in Johnny, but then as she begins to see through him she manages to build her own life and friendships without him and finds a place in Tombstone by her own right. Finding Wyatt was the icing on the cake.
MAZEL TOV!We are proud to announce that our daughter, Sydney Alexa Fox, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, September 10, 2016.
Sydney is an 8th grader at the Benjamin School where she is a Headmaster
Honor Roll student. Sydney plays volleyball, tennis, loves gymnastics and is on the middle school dance team. When not busy with school and sports, she loves to hang out with her friends either at the mall, tubing in the water or flipping on her trampoline. Sydney spends her summers in Wolfeboro, NH at Pierce Camp Birchmont where she just enjoyed her 4th consecutive summer.
For her mitzvah project, Sydney has chosen to support a charity called Cadje Ministries that sends clothing, linens and other items to support impoverished families in Haiti. Sydney had the opportunity to meet a woman from Haiti who explained the difficult conditions many people in her county have faced for a long time that have grown even worse since the recent earthquake. This organization coordinates getting these items directly to Haitian families in need. Sydney is excited to share her special Bat Mitzvah day with her brother Sam and all of her family and friends. She has worked very hard in preparation for her Bat Mitzvah and we could not be more proud of her accomplishments and watching her become a beautiful young woman. We would like to thank Rabbi Alon, Rabbinic Intern Brett and all of Sydney’s teachers at Temple Beth Am for all their help in preparing Sydney for this very special day. Shari and Lee Fox
With tremendous joy and pride, we announce that our son, Alexander Daniel Wagner, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on September 3, 2016.
Alex is a seventh-grade student at Watson B.
Duncan Middle School in Palm Beach Gardens, where he is involved in school and athletic activities. Alex enjoys robotics, computer coding and chess, and also ran on the school’s track and field team last spring.
We would like to thank the congregation for warmly welcoming us to the Temple Beth Am community two years ago. We also would like to thank Rabbinic Intern Brett, Rabbi Alon, Cantor Jessica, Alissa Frankel and all of Alex’s Temple Beth Am teachers who have been instrumental in helping him prepare for his special day.
Along with Alex’s sister, Maddie, and brother, Harrison, we look forward to celebrating with Alex, and want to congratulate him on reaching this milestone.
Kevin and Jodie Wagner
With much love and joy, we are proud to announce that our loving daughter, Lily Dee Stewart, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on September 24, 2016. Lily is a compassionate, kind, dedicated straight “A” student who is in 7th grade at Providence Education.
Lily has an incredibly unique ability to shine pure light and love on everyone and everything she touches. Expressing empathy and sensitivity is the essence of Lily - unconditionally always giving of herself to others in need, by words and deeds.
Lily loves learning; she’s particularly fond of history, reading, writing, science, music, and the arts. With a strong work ethic, Lily has learned to play flute and trains several times a week at Taekwondo. Currently a red belt, she already helps teach younger students where she trains. She’s passionate about the environment and exploring nature: plant and animal life on land, air, and sea. Growing up at Temple Beth Am, attending preschool and religious school, Judaism has always been an important part of Lily’s life and she has continued that commitment and experience participating in Youth Group and the JCC’s Camp Shalom. As important to Lily and more important to us than all of her accomplishments, is that Lily has developed a profound sense of family. She believes and shows family matters most! Daily, she performs selfless acts of loving kindness as the older sibling for her younger brother Leo, with whom she shares a special closeness.
We would like to express a special thanks to Rabbinic Intern Brett, as well as Cantor Jessica, Rabbi Alon, and all of her teachers for helping Lily learn about our heritage, Hebrew language, and to prepare for her becoming a Bat Mitzvah.
Lily, we are deeply proud of who you are today, the beautiful young woman you are becoming, and we look forward to continue watching you grow.
With gratitude and love, Sheryl and Rick
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The
Producersjoin us for a show!
Temple Beth Am is offering group tickets at a discounted rate
to go see the Producersat the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Saturday, January 28th, 2017 at 8pm
More information coming soon.Check next month’s Scribe and e-News.
This program is open to the community. LWV is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. There will be a charge for the breakfast at 9:00am (Men’s Club Members $12, nonmembers $15) but the Forum that begins at 9:30am is free to the public.
MEN’S CLUB SPONSORED EVENT
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The 3rd Monday of each month, we need a handful of volunteers to help us serve the homeless and the needy a hot, nutritious dinner at St. George’s Episcopal Church in Riviera Beach. The meals are prepared in the kitchen at Temple Beth Am on that Monday afternoon. We then serve up to 250 hot meals to adults and children at St. George’s, from 5:00pm-6:30pm.
John MarzinaRichard Remick
Ralph Van BaalenBob FellerElena Levy
Shiri Ben Israel
Stacy ReichPhil BlattLisa Blatt
Asher BlattPeter CallipolitisNatalia Aguero
If you can't volunteer on Monday nights but would like to help, please drop off boxes of penne pasta or elbow macaroni (no substitutions) one week before the 3rd Monday of every month to the Temple.
We hope you will join us by contacting Lauren Weinstein at [email protected] or Eric Weiner at [email protected]. We can use your help.
OUR NEXT SOUP KITCHEN NIGHT AT ST. GEORGE’S WILL BE September 19th, 5:00pm to 6:30pm.
Lauren Weinstein and Eric Weiner
CONDOLENCES TO:
Mel & Barbara Grossman, Melanie Goldsobel & family on the loss of their cousin Scott Pamatat
Stacey Runfola & family on the loss of her mother Sandra Cohn
Brian Cohn & family on the loss of his mother Sandra Cohn
Robert Soifer & family on the loss of his mother Lila Roth
Leona Usher & family on the loss of her sister-in-law Ann Fischer
Richard & Lois Remick & family on the loss of their cousin Helen Pardys
Karen Feller & family on the loss of her cousin Norman Koch
May God send comfort to those in mourning.
CONDOLENCES
SOCIAL ACTION
Thanks to those who volunteered at St. George’s last month
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Palm Beach County Food Project
We are collecting a bag of food from individuals for the Palm Beach
County Food Project.
If you would like to help, please put together one
Publix-size bag of non-perishables.
Please drop off at Robin Schafler’s housefrom now through September 15th.
5901 190th Court N.Jupiter, FL 33458
561.310.1335
Friday, September 26:00pmEarly Shabbat Service7:00pmLabor Day Celebration Dinner
Friday, September 96:15pmMeditation with Cantor Jessica7:00pmShabbat Service
Celebrate Shabbat at Temple Beth Am
Friday, September 307:00pmShabbat Service
Friday, September 167:00pmShabbat Service
Friday, October 77:00pmShabbat Service
Friday, September 236:15pmMeditation with Cantor Jessica7:00pmShabbat Servicewith Torah Readingand September Birthday Blessing
in September
we’re so glad that shabbat is here!KVELL & TELL
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
Mazel Tov to Phyllis & Stuart Fierman on the birth of their grandson Evan Maxwell, born on July 22, 2016. The proud parents are their son and daughter-in-law
Josh & Karen Fierman.
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THE ONE SCHOOL NEWSSEPTEMBER 2016by Paula Deakter
Early Childhood Director
Gratitude is for the Very Young...Being appreciative is a value most parents want their children to develop as they grow. But during, say, a visit to the toy store, when your child is begging for the latest andgreatest thing, you may wonder how long it will actually take for that gratitude to show itself. We want our children to be happy, yet we shower them with gifts, protect them from the natural consequences of their actions and do all kinds of things that actually make them less happy. How can weinstill gratitude in children who are naturally self-centered and growing up in an entitlement-driven society?
Ways to Teach GratitudeModel Gratitude. Gratitude isn’t just a lesson to be taught to children, but also an ongoing exercise in learning for parents. Children need models for positive behavior. They express some sense of thankfulness and desire to be appreciated all the time. It is our role as parents to model appreciation and reflect those genuine feelings back to the child. If we thank our children for various acts of kindness, they will start understanding the true meaning of thankfulness. An example is saying, “Thank you for your hug; it made me feel so happy!”
As parents, part of our job is to count (or tell) our blessings as it relates to our lives in the here and now, but also we must feelgratitude for those who came before us. We can tell our children about our ancestors, on whose shoulders we stand. We are blessedby their having lived and grateful to them for doing what they did to help us reach this day. Let’s tell family stories to our children so that all of us together can count our blessings and be thankful.
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
September 1 Parent Orientation 7-8:30pm (no children please)September 5 NO SCHOOL—Labor DaySeptember 11 Garden Clean-up 8amSeptember 16 Kid’s Shabbat 5:30pmSeptember 19 PTO Meeting 9:15amSeptember 26 Parent Program: Managing Behavior by Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem 9:15amSeptember 28 Apples & Honey Rosh Hashanah Family Program 4:30pm ages 0-2; 5pm ages 3-5September 30 PTO Bake Sale at dismissal
Add prayers of gratitude to our lives. Since food is symbolic of health and wellness, meals are also a time to encourage your child to give thanks. Whether you want your child to thank God by saying grace, or simply say “thank you,” appreciation matters.
As we prepare to celebrate the High Holy Days, there is a great reason to be thankful. In the Shehecheyanu blessing, we thank God for helping us to reach this wonderful time of the year.
If there’s one thing we’ve learned as adults, it’s that “thank you” comes in many forms. What matters most is saying it, with feeling,as we recognize just how truly blessed we are. Instilling that same sense of gratitude is one of parenting’s most important challenges, as our children become healthy, happy, and responsible adults.
Shanah Tovah U’metukah—A good and sweet year to all of you.
Paula DeakterPTO Ice Cream Social a Hit!
Many thanks once again to our PTO forsponsoring our Back-to-School Ice Cream Social, and to all of our families who came out to celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of a new school year with us! It was a wonderful evening, albeit a little bit crowded in our school wing, but it waswonderful to see everyone that we missed all summer long! Once we have our Ice Cream Social, it’s a sure sign that the school year has begun!
Ice Cream Social Fun!
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THE ONE SCHOOL PTOby Kerrie Rhoades, President
I cannot believe the 2016-2017 school year is already underway! Thank you to everyone who attended our Ice Cream Social—it was a wonderful evening! I would particularly like to thank Eric Weiner for everything he did to ensure our Ice Cream Social event was a successful one! Eric—you’re amazing!
I’m REALLY, REALLY excited to introduce The One School PTO’s 2016-2017 Board!! This is going to be a fun and exciting year!
Natalie John MontijoVice PresidentStacey LaPlacaTreasurerRachel Goldman & Lynsey Zelickson Co-SecretariesAshley DouglassMarketingLea LuzonVolunteer Coordinator & Room Parent Liaison Katrina Aronson Event Chair
Our Adopt-A-Class program is underway! Thank you to all of the families who have already adopted a class. Donations are still being accepted. All donations received go directly to the specified class. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact our Treasurer, Stacey LaPlaca at [email protected].
Our next PTO meeting is Monday, September 19, 2016 at 9:15am in the
Social Hall. We welcome and appreciate your support and fresh ideas!
Our next Bake Sale/Garden Market is Friday, September 30, 2016 from Noon – 3:00pm in The One School lobby. The One School will have monthly bake sales with treats baked by the children and their families.
Our first Garden Clean-up day is Sunday, September 11, 2016 at 8:00am in the community garden behind the playground. If you are interested in participating, please contact Kerrie Rhoades at [email protected].
The One School at Temple Beth Am Preschool Parent/Teacher Organization hopes everyone has a wonderful Rosh Hashanah!
L’Shanah Tovah!
Kerrie Rhoades
In the spirit of KULANU, we will be offering complimentary babysitting during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services this year.
All children must be potty trained. Children between two years and kindergarten, please.
A snack will be provided.
Child’s name & age:Child’s name & age:Child’s name & age:Parent’s name: Parent’s cell number:
Please check off which High Holy Days babysitting services are required
10/2 Erev Rosh Hashanah Service 10/11 Kol Nidre Evening Service 10/3 Rosh Hashanah Morning Service 10/12 Yom Kippur Morning Service 10/12 Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Register by: September 23, 2016Return form to TBA: 2250 Central Blvd., Jupiter FL 33458
HIGH HOLY DAYS BABYSITTING
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MISHPACHA FAMILY CENTER NEWSFALL 2016
by Yael Lawrencecheck out our blog
http://templebethamjupiter.blogspot.com/p/family-center.html
TODDLER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
(TEP) 12-30 MONTHS
With Yael Lawrence, MS BC-DMTFridays 9:15-10:45am
This is a great introduction as your toddler prepares for preschool.
This mommy & me class exposes your child to new social situations and classroom experiences, which provide an easier transition to a
structured learning environment.
Fall #1 2016 TEP Session8/19/2016 - 10/14/2016Cost: $225/9 week session
Fall #2 Session10/28/2016 - 12/23/2016 (no class 11/11 & 11/25)Cost: $175/7 week session
FALL BUNDLESign up for both
Fall #1 and #2 and SAVE $50Cost: $350/16 week session
***One time TEP Registration Fee of $25***
For more information, contact Yael at [email protected]
JEWISH FAMILY JAMSWITH MISS EMILY
INTERACTIVE, PLAY-BASEDMUSIC AND MOVEMENT
FOR YOUNG CHILDREN &THEIR GROWN-UPS
At Jewish Family Jam Sessions, Participants will:
• Sing, move, learn, play, create, bond & grow• Experience and explore children’s instincts
to love, learn, connect & make music• Support & celebrate the child’s physical,
spiritual & emotional development
THURSDAYS 9:30-10:30amFall #1 Session
8/18/2016 - 10/13/2016Cost: $108/9 week session
or $15/drop inFall #2 Session
10/27/2016 - 12/22/2016 (no class 11/24)Cost: $96/8 week session or $15/drop in
to register, please visit www.jewishfamilyjams.com
Registration includes a NEW CD
New Group!!
MAMA VENT SESH
Moms Support GroupFacilitated by
Natalie Montijo, MSW, MPHYael Lawrence, MS BC-DMT
Come listen, lend, laugh & grow!
Monthly Meetings This Fall3rd Thursday of every month!
First Vent Sesh
Thursday, September 156:30 to 8:00pm
“So What, My Life’s Not Perfect”$30 includes 4 monthly sessions
This facilitated, closed discussion group will feature
wine, snacks & lots of stimulating conversation.
Pre-registration is required & space is limited.
This group is open to the public.
For more info and to sign up, please contact Natalie Montijo
All meetings will be held at the Temple Beth Am Family Center
Sponsored by: Life by Design &
The Temple Beth Am Family Center
Baby/Toddler Apples & HoneyRosh Hashanah CelebrationWednesday, September 28
4:30 - 5:30pm
Bring your babies, infants & toddlers to celebrate the Jewish New Year
with an Apples & Honey Project, Rosh Hashanah treats, songs & stories
(open to ages 0-3...siblings welcome)
$10 per family of 4Dinner to follow included
RSVP to Yael at [email protected]
SAVE THE DATES...The TBA Family Center’s2016-17 Parent Education Series
Managing Behavior by Building Your Child’s Self EsteemCaley Kulka M. ED, Play With Purpose LLCMonday, September 26 at 9:15am
The Kindergarten DilemmaDr. Heidi Cherwony, Mind & Body DoctorMonday, November 7 at 9:15amConscious DisciplineAmy Decker, Come Learn & PlayMonday, January 30 at 9:15am
What Predicts School Success? It’s Not IQDr. Myles CooleyMonday, February 27 at 9:15am
The Temple Beth Am Mishpacha/Family Center Parent Education Series is dedicated to bringing relevant & thought-provoking topics to a community forum for the purpose of promoting child well-being, developmental success & parental support. Expert presentation & interactive discussion in the field of Child Development are the backbone of this series. There is a minimal workshop fee for all workshops *dates subject to change*For more information or to RSVP, please contact Yael at [email protected]
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MANAGING BEHAVIOR BY BUILDING YOUR
CHILD’S SELF ESTEEMCaley Kukla, M.Ed, Play With Purpose, LLC
Join Caley to learn simple, yet powerful tricks to enhance your child’s language, emotions & social skills while simultaneously assisting their developing self-regulation.
Caley graduated from the University of Florida in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in special education & 2011 with a Master’s degree in early childhood education. She has taught preschool, worked with families through early intervention play therapy & started her own business, Play with Purpose, LLC, to use play as a vehicle to build children’s social skills.
Monday, September 26th9:15am
An interactive discussion to empower parents to use self-esteem building techniques to
manage children’s beheviorCost: $5 workshop fee
sponsored by Play With Purpose, LLCand the Temple Beth Am Family Center
RSVP to [email protected]
MAMA VENT SESHMoms Support Group
COME LISTEN, LEND, LAUGH & GROWFacilitated by Natalie Montijo MSW, MPH
& Yael Lawrence MS BC-DMT
This facilitated, closed discussion group will feature wine, snacks & lots of stimulating conversation.
Cost: $30 includes 4 monthly sessions
Pre-registration is required & space is limited.
This group is open to the public.
All meetings will be held atThe Temple Beth Am
Family Center
Sponsored by:Life by Design
& The Temple Beth Am Family Center
Monthly Meetings this Fall... Third Thursday of every month!
First Vent Sesh: Thursday, September 15th
6:30 - 8:00pmReady to sign up? Need more info?
Please contact:Natalie Montijo: [email protected]
“By supporting each other, we gain support for ourselves.”
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HAMAKOM by Alissa Frankel, Director of Education
I am excited to announce this wonderful opportunity that HaMakom at Temple Beth Am will take part in beginning this year. We are one of 16 Reform congregations in North America selected to participate in the newly formed Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) Community of Practice dedicated to Reimagining Congregational Education.
This URJ Community of Practice is a congregational networking group for Reform congregations that are seeking to discover new ways to innovate and experiment in congregational education.
By participating in this initiative, we will have the opportunity to meet with leaders from congregations with common interests to share ideas and experiment together with new strategies. Also, we will have access to the URJ’s professional staff and expert consultants, some of the most renowned thought leaders in their fields.
Over the past year, we have shifted our religious school and continue to transition to HaMakom’s vision for youth learning, geared towards innovation and engagement. Participating in this Community of Practice will enable us to fulfill these goals through collaboration and learning from best practices while sharing our successes with other innovative congregations.
We will work together with the other congregations in the Reimagining Congregational Education Community of Practice formally for the next 18 months to push the boundaries of existing congregational
efforts. We will receive guidance from peers and advisors to experiment in our own community, create congregational innovations, and garner skills that will benefit all areas of congregational life.
This Community of Practice is a joint effort between the Association of Reform Jewish Educators (ARJE) and the URJ. There will be monthly virtual gatherings and e-learning opportunities throughout. In addition, we will receive coaching, support, and consultation to support the planning and implementation of educational experiments. Results of these strategic experiments will be shared with congregations outside the Community of Practice and with the Reform Movement at large.
We are looking forward to getting started with our cohorts and as we progress, we’ll keep everyone updated on what we are learning!
Alissa Frankel
Cochavim Kick-Off Event
Sunday, September 1112:30 - 1:30pm
@ Palm Beach Gardens Mall
Spend the afternoon gallivanting around the mall to find as many items as possible!
Cost: $10 (early dinner in Food Court)Drop off/Pick up at Food Court Mall Entrance
Please RSVP to Amanda Feld, Youth Director at [email protected]
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YOUTH GROUP MITZVAHS! by Amanda FeldCamp Jenny, NFTY's Southern mitzvah corps project, gives children the opportunity to receive the love of big
"brothers and sisters," three nutritious meals a day, and encouragement for the future. They participate in outdoor activities while creating unforgettable experiences with their peers.
Temple Beth Am was delighted to hear that two of our high schoolers attended Camp Jenny this year as counselors… these are their stories:
Every memorial day weekend, over 150 elementary school children from FL Stanton Elementary in Atlanta, GA travel to URJ Camp Coleman for a 5-day summer camp experience. If these children attend school with a positive attitude and work hard to get good grades, they will have the opportunity to earn one of the 150 coveted spots at Camp Jenny. While it is an unforgettable experience for the campers, it truly changes the lives of the counselors as well.
This past May, I was humbled by the opportunity to be the Camp Jenny counselor for six 5th grade girls. My girls came from all walks of life and I really didn’t know any of the challenges they’ve had to endure. However, none of that matters at Camp Jenny. During these five magical days, the campers get to succeed at anything they put their mind to. Camp Jenny fosters a community of support unlike anything I’ve ever seen.
Even though I know these girls have been let down before, I am amazed at how much love and kindness they have in their hearts. On the first night, I had
already formed a special connection to each one of my campers. At the first friendship circle at Camp Jenny, I sat in the grass as one of my campers, Destiny, was cuddled in my lap and my other camper, Zaria, was braiding my hair. I don’t think they have any idea about how much they changed my life.
I keep a list of my campers in the back of my phone case, and everyday it reminds me to be the best version of myself. As one of my friends told me right before the campers arrived, “Everyone has a Camp Jenny sized hole in their heart. You just don’t realize it until it’s filled.” Hannah Rubin , NFTY-STR Communications Vice President
Over Memorial Day weekend of 2016, I had the privilege of working at Camp Jenny. All of the money to run this special camp experience is raised throughout the year so the kids won’t have to pay a single penny to attend; they just need to show that they are making a positive effort at school. The counselors and specialists of Camp Jenny are all high school aged; the majority of whom are a part of NFTY.
My job at Camp Jenny 2016 was as an arts & crafts specialist. I had a chance to work with each and every kid in the camp with their daily activities. Before the start of camp, I worked with the other arts & crafts specialist to design fun, interesting, and theme-related projects that the campers would be able to enjoy. When the campers arrived, I helped the kids with meaningful art projects and made sure everything was running smoothly.
I also had the opportunity of being attached to a cabin housing 3rd and 4th grade girls. Even though I was a specialist and did not have the chance to really spend all day with my campers, during meals, unit programming, and at celebrations, I was still able to form a special bond with a hilarious, intelligent, sweet, and eye-opening group of little girls. Being on staff at Camp Jenny truly allowed for me to meet some incredible people and have the opportunity to help make a positive impact on the FL Stanton community.
Noa Kroyter, JAMTY Religious & Cultural Vice President
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY!September 1Judith AckermanStephen DenmarkWilliam GansJoseph MeshilAmiel Nuchovich
September 2Howard FreedlandJason RogersMakena SenzonMarcy Sprechman
September 3Bryce BaxterHal Siegel
September 4Russell AmsdenSheila LevineEmily LockeAva MalineChloe MalineAmanda PollokJacqueline SmithAlexander Wagner
September 5David FriedmanRyan KozakTal Lifshitz
September 6Jonah GalewitzAJ LevineAmy PepperGeoffrey Soule
September 7Ben LevkovitzLeon SchwartzCraig Snyder
September 8Ellie BaxterAmy Dalton
September 9Isabel AmsdenHermine GladstoneMarc SmithArnie Weinstein
September 10Edward GersteinIlan HurvitzGilad JacobHarry KlatzkoOliver LevyAbigail White
September 11Julia Brody-BarreDaniel FreedlandLenore GersonSara MillerHaven SteinParadise SteinRuth Yosowitz
September 12Matthew AndersenRoss FedergreenJackie FeldmanAlexa FishmanHilary HassMitch RossJoetta SchneiderEric Sleeper
September 13Lois EdelsteinPhyllis FrydmanCharles SabatoseFrank SeidmanRick Stewart
September 14Daniel BossCarlye FabrikantJacob FischerTal Laviv
September 15Joshua BossDarrin CohenSolomon LapidesKacy Turenne
September 16Simon BakerAndrew BaumannSandra FoxJason KaufmannMark Michels
September 17Ben BuckerAmanda DiFilippoRonald FriedmanRobert KleinfeldMelissa MulvaneyDebbie RoosthRonald ShawBonnie SteinCraig Vogel
September 18Ruth DubrowinLeah FrankelRene Friedman
September 19David EngelhardtRuth Schiffer
September 20Benjamin SchwabMichelle Turenne
September 21Evan Gottlieb
September 22Jane BoylandKim FialkowMona Morello
September 23Stephen BurjanHerbert CohenLois Prokocimer
September 24Elaine AdesMax FischConnie GolberHarriette KovedEmily Luzon
September 25George BrenerStacy Kushner
September 26Talia Brody-BarreLily StewartJoshua Vogel
September 27Howard BrombergPaul Steidle
September 28Rachel BrodyRoseann CherensonSydney CoppleSharon HolinstatJoseph LaBovickFrancois Thomas
September 29Nate DaltonSteven GoldbergKen LeverTamar MaltzRoberta MeisslerJonathan ShainmanHailey Wolff
September 30Charles LevyCharlotte MarkowitzStacey RunfolaMarc Spungin
September Anniversaries
September 1Len Rubin & Julie Littky-Rubin
September 3Brian & Phyllis DennisGreg & Janna Taylor
September 4George & Shelley Kissil
September 5Lou & Judi CosentinoSeth & Debra Kozak
September 6Kenny & Inna Weintraub
September 7Alex & Saluja Goldman
September 8Dan & Debbie Grogins
September 9Eric & Krista Alterman
September 10Fred & Michele Locke
Setember 12Michael & Kathy AzeezChet & Toby Zeichner
September 13Sandy & Lois Edelstein
September 14Joe & Karni KissilRabbi Alon & Gali Levkovitz
September 15Sam & Jackie Feldman
September 19Bob Brodows & Brenda Stults-BrodowsDaniel & Carole Myerson
September 23Craig & Marci Senzon
September 24Larry & Sheila Levine
September 25Conrad & Carol Damon
September 28Murry & Myrna AbramowitzOrin & Jennifer ShakerdgeGreg & Bettina Weiss
September 30Richard & Connie Golber
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WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR DONATIONSCaring CommunityFrank Seidmanin memory of Brian David KasserStacy & Jeff Millerin memory of Sandra CohnJan & Elliot Hochmanin memory of Frieda Hochman
Community GardenEsther Hartman, Debora Hartman, Chris & Eileen Turenne, Herbert & Cindy Hartman, Tamara & Matthew Hartman and Kacy, Jaclyn & Michelle Turennein memory of Jerry HartmanDyann Gormezanoin memory of Sara Halfon
General Fund Esther Hartman, Debora Hartman, Chris & Eileen Turenne, Herbert & Cindy Hartman, Tamara & Matthew Hartman and Kacy, Jaclyn & Michelle Turennein memory of Michael Hartman, Chaja Kowal Mendelson, Fred Mendelson, Dr. Sol Mendelson, Cyrille Mendelson Cooper, Gertrude Hack Hartman, Harry Hartman, Isabelle Hartman Rosenthal, Lillian Frumin, Carl Frumin, Sam Cooper, Seymour Rosenthal, Tiebl Kowal Margolis & Hyman MargolisRobert Newmanin memory of Harold NewmanBarbara & Harvey Falkin memory of Rose Schneider & Sylvia Falk & Benjamin FalkEd & Leah Frankelin memory of Sandra CohnJerry Weinerin memory of Ida WainshilbaumZona Castellanoin memory of Joseph Castellano, MDZona Castellanoin memory of Jerry SmookeDiane & Nathan LaBovikin memory of Bessie Schwartz & Seymour SchwartzEric Weinerin memory of Sandra CohnEric Weinerwishing Elana Cooper congratulations in her new home Margot & Paul Hauserin memory of Sandra Cohn
Carol and Forrest Sleeperin memory of Sandra CohnDebbie & Hal Basemanin memory of Sandra CohnLois & Bill Prokocimerin honor of Raphael Solomons’ 90th birthdaySarrie & Alex Katzin memory of Sandra CohnSarrie & Alex Katzin memory of Ruven LachDebbie & Hal Basemanin memory of Scott PamatatAmy & Craig Vogelin memory of Mary ApuzzoBob Grassin memory of Alex GrassHerb Cohenin memory of Irene Cohen
High Holy Days Prayer BookBeverly Pacein memory of Ted SilbersteinGladys Gottlieb & Joel Weinsteinin memory of Sandra CohnTana Copplein memory of Marilyn GreitzerGary, David, Eric, Lisa Coltonin memory of Marla ColtonDolores Cowenin memory of Mollie MarksJoetta Schneiderin memory of Gussie FishbeinKaren & Bob Fellerin memory of Norman KochJudi Rossin memory of R. Tulia RosenhirschCarole Meshilin memory of Tina KoenigsbergCarole Meshilin memory of Chaim GarberBeverly Pacein memory of Rose SilbersteinJeffrey Starkin memory of Ruth StarkSandy and Jerry Weinerin honor of their grandchildren Daniel, Rachel, Elizabeth, Samantha & JakeRosalie Grassin memory of Selma Katzman
Mortgage Elimination FundSue & Dan Freedlandin memory of Sandra CohnMarilyn & Nate Finkelin honor of the birthdays of Tara Jacobs & Kerry Hollander
Richard Remickin memory of Rose RemickLen Zysmanin memory of Elsie ZysmanRuth Dubrowinin memory of Raphael Dubrowin
Music FundHarriet Vogelin memory of Milton Vogel & Ruth SchwartzEvelyn Maltmanin memory of George LangeBobbie Meisslerin memory of Robert Meissler
Project ChidushCarol Carswell in memory of Sandra CohnCatherine & Nathaniel Drourrin memory of Sandra CohnCarole Levine & Jose Alvarezin memory of Sandra CohnMelanie Goldsobelin memory of Sandra CohnCarol Carswellin memory of Scott PamatatCubby Steinhartin memory of Sandra Cohn
Rabbi’s Discretionary FundJudi Rubensteinin memory of Vivian K. AllenDoris Ornsteinin memory of Julius C. ErlangerMaxine & Ted Essingerin memory of Sandra CohnBob Grassin memory of Rose Breman GrassMarilyn Carpin memory of Sally SchlesingerTrudy Boltuchin memory of Dori BrinkMarion Ashkinsin memory of Samuel BelinkieDavid Millerin memory of Irvin MillerArtie Seltzerin memory of Harry SeltzerCraig Vogelin memory of Ruth SchwartzKrista Altermanin memory of Frank ValentinoCeleste & Bob Londonin memory of Joy London, Lester London, Bert Krawczyk & Greg MartinMarilyn Carpin memory of Irving Schlesinger
Harmon Garfinkelin memory of Stanley GarfinkelHarmon Garfinkel in memory of Phyllis Jabloner
Rabbi’s Education & Programming FundWendy & Barry Cohn Liz & Brian Cohn Jody Mindein memory of Sandra CohnTammy & Jeff Webberin memory of Sandra CohnLeona Holland in memory of Solomon MograbiRon Holland in memory of John Holland
Religious School Tuition AssistanceKrista & Eric Alterman
Ricky Fischer Memorial Scholarship FundLeona Usherin memory of Sandra CohnLeona Usherin memory of her son Ricky Fischer
Social Action FundMelissa & Doug Krulikin memory of Stephanie Krulik Carole Levine & Jose Alvarezin memory of Karen & Bob Feller’s cousin, Norman KochMarsha Levinsonin memory of Samuel Messing
The One SchoolHoward Kaplanin memory of Bonnie Sue Kaplan
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AUGUST YAHRZEITSAugust 28 – September 3 (read on September 2)Irene Cohen Mother of Herbert CohenSamuel Messing Father of Marsha Levinson & Grandfather of Barry LevinsonPhyllis Fifi SegalMother of Terri BerrymanJoan Zaret Mother of Lorin StarrHarold Bennett Father of Sharon BennettBernard Homburger* Father of Hans Homburger and Grandfather of Lisa Kleinfeld & Linda PosnerAnn Kaytes Mother of Elinor WapnerGerald Vogel* Husband of Harriet Vogel & Father of Craig VogelHyman Deixler Father of Stephen DeixlerIleane Denenberg Mother of Robert DenenbergRobert Yorty Brother of Louise K. BaumholtzMartin Glassman Father of Brian GlassmanLouis Golub Father of Richard GolubRose Silberstein Mother of Beverly PaceFannie Sircus WexlerMother of Mort WexlerLee Jon Wexler Son of Mort WexlerManley BossFather of Daniel BossErvin Chudnow* Husband of Eileen ChudnowMollie DuckmanMother-in-law of Leon Schwartz & Grandmother of Madeline MorrisRavira Isaacs* Mother of Gary IsaacsMollie Marks Mother of Dolores CowenFrieda Miller* Aunt of Susan Lane
Beatrice Rosnov Mother of Pat SilverbergBelle Gordon* Aunt of Natalie Lango & Mike DeakterDorothy Margolis Grandmother of Connie GolberKenneth Schwartz Brother of Judy Rosenthal
September 4 – September 10 (read on Sept. 9)Jerry DavisHusband of Mim Davis Ted LondonUncle of Robert London & Great Uncle of Heather WoodHarold AronsonFather of Philip Aronson &Uncle of Bill Goldman and Lisa Goldman & Great-Uncle of Gary GoldmanClara Duckman Sister-in-law of Leon Schwartz & Aunt of Madeline MorrisEva Friedenberg Friend of Paula Marcus David GildenhornSon of Herbert & Marjorie Gildenhorn & Brother of Cheryl BaldwinMildred Newman Mother of Robert Newman Annie Dora Schiller Mother of Lewis Schiller Saul Weltman* Father of Mindy Cox Eugene AbramsFather of Judy Skurnick & Rhonda LevinAdam Ross Nephew of Tom Ross Jack Kaplan*Father of Howard Kaplan & Grandfather of Debra GrzybowskiSophie Marcus Mother of Paula Marcus Esther Golden Great-Grandmother of Stacy Kushner Melba Lazarus Sister-in-law of Jack Barr
Harvey Penn Brother of Lorraine Katz & Uncle of Debbie RoosthLaurence Rubin* Father of Jeanne Tarsches Lily Sommers Mother of Elaine Kaufman Frances Goldman Dana Mother of Clare Dana Hyman Freedman Father of Phyllis Cohen Edith Lebrecht Mother of Harriet Zysman Bernard Marcus Grandfather of Melissa Krulik
September 11 – September 17 (read on Sept. 16)Emil BeutnerFather of Roger Beutner Barry Burns Cousin of Natalie Lango & Mike DeakterPaul Friedman Husband of Audrey Ades Jacob Mogilowitz Grandfather of Jennifer Boss Peter Treves Father of Vivian Treves Elsie Garfinkel Mother of Harmon Garfinkel Samuel Rodan* Grandfather of Bruce Rodan Martin BaumholtzFather of Allan Baumholtz Bernard SlifkinFather of Linda KatzRosalind Chernoff Sister of Anne Stanfield Lillian Fruman* Relative of Esther Hartman Alfred Ledner Grandfather of Betsy Towers Samuel Schneider Father of Barbara Falk Hyman SklarFather of Linda Aronson Charles Weiner*Grandfather of Elaine Beard Lloyd Graceman*Husband of Leila Graceman z”l
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AUGUST YAHRZEITSAnna Greene Mother of Sanford Greene Rose Harr Grandmother of Rosalie Grass Dorothy H. Lebson* Mother of Marion Prigoff Martha Vanacour* Grandmother of Stacey Runfola & Brian CohnGloria VloskySister of John Weisman Victor LandisFather of Ilissa Levine Joseph Rosengard Father of Enid Kaufman Ron Sklar Stepfather of Risa Thomas Samuel Sobel Grandfather of Kerri Kaufmann Ethel Stern* Mother of Jody Minde Samuel KabolotskyUncle of Joseph Meshil
September 18 – September 24 (read on September 23)Elinoar Horkin Mother of Karni KissilFay Lindenbaum Mother of Bobbie MeisslerMiriam L. Ross Mother of Tom RossAnn Scadron Grandmother of Marc SpunginPhilip Zipkin* Father of Shirley StoneFanny Belinkie Mother of Marion AshkinsBetty Keough Mother of Brenda LaneDr. Sol Mendelson* Brother of Esther Hartman and Uncle of Debora Hartman, Cindy & Herbert Hartman andChris & Eileen TurenneGreat-Uncle of Tamara & Matthew Hartman and Kacy, Jaclyn & Michelle TurenneLillian Rosengard Mother of Enid Kaufman
Henrietta Scheck Mother of Carole GreeneRaveal Wolf* Mother-in-law of Bob LewisDonald Block Brother of Linda KayEdward KatzFather of Henry KatzJerry GarberFriend of Barry & Judy GoldsteinRobert B. Peltz Stepfather of Jessi RubensteinRose Rosman Grandmother of Jerrold RosmanLloyd Brown Brother of Lois BrownUncle of Sam CapaldoFrances Katzman Mother of Sheila Teitelbaum & Grandmother of Marshall TeitelbaumSydell Scheman Mother of Lynne Wachsman & Grandmother of Amy AndersenSol Teitelbaum Father of Gerald Teitelbaum & Grandfather of Marshall TeitelbaumLillian Byer Grandmother of Amy ShainmanIda Greitzer Grandmother of Emile SandlerMarion HorwitzGrandmother of Bill Goldman & Lisa Goldman & Great-Grandmother of Gary GoldmanBessie Rabinowitz Mother of Shirley GrangardAlex Pepper Father of Gary PepperNick ProvenzoFriend of Jan PollittSonja Schwartzman*Wife of Sam Schwartzman z”lRose Weinberg Grandmother of Robert NewmanAbraham Wolkowitz Grandfather of Melissa Krulik
September 25 – October 1 (read on September 30)Ralph Dietchweiler* Husband of Naomi DietchweilerAlan Cherenson*Father of Marc CherensonFrank Frydman Brother of Joseph FrydmanMary Jo Schultz* Wife of Allen SchultzEstelle Cohen Aunt of Bruce CohenGertrude Kahn Mother of Joan BrothersNelson Beller Uncle of Nancy KalerCharlotte Elias Fabian* Sister of John Ellis z”lLily Pepper Mother of Gary PepperHerb Sosman* Husband of Diane SosmanEugene Abrams Father of Rhonda Levin & Judy SkurnickRae Asch Mother of Toby AschJill White Sister-in-law of Harvey WhiteEnid Alterman Mother of Eric AltermanMichael Boro Husband of Mickey BermanMose Feinman Father of Audri SchillerEva Goldstein Mother of Toby ZeichnerFortuna Hasson Grandmother of Gali LevkovitzMonica Honowitz Wife of Seth Honowitz & Mother of Jamie HonowitzDavid Isaacs* Father of Gary IsaacsLou Scheacter Stepfather of Marcia BeutnerRose N. Wenit Mother of Carol GoldsteinEllen Wiest Sister-in-law of Gladys Gottlieb
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Calendar subject to change. Check our website at www.templebetham.com for updates.SEPTEMBER 2016
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayAug 28
9:30amReligious School
12:00pmJAMTY &JAMTY Jr.Kick-Off
Paintball (offsite)
Aug 29 Aug 305:00pm
Religious School6:30
Shalom Chai
Aug 316:30pm
PTOWelcome Party
(offsite)
1 9:30amJewish
Family Jams7:00pm
TOSParent
Orientation
2 9:15amToddler
EnrichmentProgram6:00pm
Early Servicefollowed byLabor Day
Celebration Dinner
(RSVP Requested)
3 10:00am
Morning Serviceand Bar Mitzvahof Alex Wagner
4 5Labor Day
Office& The One
SchoolClosed
61:00pm
SisterhoodBoard
Meeting5:00pm
Religious School5:30pm
Shalom Chai
79:15am
Adult Yogawith Yael
89:30amJewish
Family Jams
99:15amToddler
EnrichmentProgram6:15pm
Meditation w/Cantor Jessica
7:00pmShabbat Services
105:00pm
Afternoon Service
and Bat Mitzvahof Sydney Fox
118:00am
Garden Clean-up9:00am
MC BreakfastLWV speaker9:30am R/S
10:45amMC Marlins Game
12:30pmCochavim
Scavenger Hunt
1211:30amSummer
Book Club(offsite, Cooper
Restaurantin PBG)
135:00pm
Religious School6:30pm
Shalom Chai6:30pm
Shalom ChaiParent
Orientation
149:15am
Adult Yogawith Yael6:30pm
Men’s ClubMeeting
15 9:30amJewish
Family Jams6:30pmMom’s
Support GroupMama Vent
Sesh
169:15amToddler
EnrichmentProgram5:30pm
Kids Shabbat7:00pm
ShabbatServices
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189:30am
Religious School12:00pmJAMTY Jr.
Olympics at TBA
199:15am
PTO meeting4:45pm
St. George’sSoup KitchenSocial Action
Project
205:00pm
Religious School6:30pm
Shalom Chai7:00pm
Board Meeting
219:15am
Adult Yogawith Yael
229:30amJewish
Family Jams
239:15amToddler
EnrichmentProgram5:00pmJAMTY
Chopped Shabbat6:15pm
Meditation w/Cantor Jessica
7:00pmShabbat Servicesw/ Torah Reading
& Birthday Blessing
2410:00am
Morning Serviceand Bat Mitzvah
of Lily Stewart6:15pm
Selichot Dinner7:00pm
Selichot Program8:00pm
Selichot Service
259:30am
Religious School9:45am
Religious SchoolParent
Orientation10:00am
Rosh HashanahSeder for adults
269:15am
ManagingBehavior
by BuildingYour Child’sSelf-EsteemWorkshop
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Cochavim R/Hparty
5:00pmReligious School
6:30pmShalom Chai
289:15am
Adult Yogawith Yael4:30pm
Apples & HoneyTot Party
(0-3 yrs old)5:00pm
Apples & Honey(3-5 yrs old)
299:30amJewish
Family Jams
30 9:15amToddler
EnrichmentProgram12:00pm
PTOBake Sale
7:00pmShabbatServices
Oct 1
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