Palm Beach Synagogue

Palm BeachSynagogue2016–2017 | 5777Program Calendar

Welcome to Palm Beach Synagogue

In January 1994, a small group of dedicated people started holding traditional Shabbat services at Temple Emanuel in Palm Beach. This gathering was transformed into a community with the arrival of Rabbi Moshe and Rebbetzin Dinie Scheiner. Based

on the philosophy of outreach and inclusiveness, the Scheiners were passionate in their desire to “make a difference.” From its humble beginnings, Palm Beach Synagogue has blossomed into a flourishing center of Jewish life and activity that prides itself on being a place of warm welcome for Jews from all walks of life and all levels of Jewish observance, while maintaining its abiding adherence to traditional Jewish law and observance of mitzvot. With its inviting spirit, the Synagogue is a place where people are committed to the love and support of our fellow Jews, religious traditions, the community at large, and the State of Israel. Today PBS, housed in a beautifully renovated edifice in the heart of Palm Beach, two blocks north of the Breakers Hotel, offers unique programs in Jewish education and communal life, numerous youth activities, holiday services and celebrations, daily morning and afternoon/evening minyanim and weekly Shabbat services.

From the RabbiDear Friends,

Welcome to the Palm Beach Synagogue’s new combined Calendar and Program Guide. It’s a perfect marriage between quantity and quality. While a calendar marks the days of our lives, our Synagogue Program Guide offers opportunities to make the most of each and every day. The word “ZMAN” in Hebrew means both Time and Invitation. Every moment of life is not only a gift, but an invitation from G-d to join Him in creating something meaningful and lasting in our lives and the lives of our family. A calendar marks time, but our program guide is the invitation to fill our time with prayer, learning, kindness and friendship. The Palm Beach Synagogue Program Guide Calendar and its plethora of programs and activities for all ages and stages, will enable you in the New Year to not only count time, but make your time count. So as we embark on the Hebrew calendar year 5777, we are delighted and excited about our vast list of opportunities for learning, growth and community. We are grateful for our dedicated and wonderful membership and our exceptional Synagogue leadership and staff. It is thanks to all of you that Palm Beach Synagogue is such a spiritual and magical place. Dinie and I wish each and every one of you a Shanah Tovah Umetukah, a sweet and good New Year filled with love, joy and bountiful blessings.

Sincerely yours,

Rabbi Moshe E. Scheiner

From the PresidentI hope you like and find our new Calendar/Program Guide useful. We hope that it will foster meaningful attendance and participation at our Synagogue’s plethora of classes, lectures, social activities, and daily minyanim. I know of no other synagogue that offers Palm Beach Synagogue’s array of opportunities to enhance and elevate one’s Jewish life experience, at every age level, beginning at toddler and extending to ripe old ages. Our Synagogue is led by a Rabbi and Rebbitzen who are very special, and you, our members, are also very special, and you fully deserve what the Synagogue offers. ENJOY!

Michael Scharf, President

DirectoryRabbi Moshe Scheiner Founding [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 2

Michael Scharf [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 4

Dinie Scheiner Hebrew School [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 5

Amy L. Szoke Synagogue [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 4

Sarah Dworcan Youth [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 6

Rabbi Yosef Rice Youth/Teen [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 6

Rabbi Yossi Dworcan Young Jewish Professionals [email protected] 561-838-9002, ext. 7

Service TimesShacharitMonday-Friday 8:00 AMShabbat 9:00 AMSunday 8:15 AM

Mincha/Ma’ariv

Fall / WinterSunday–Thursday 5:30 PMFriday 5:15 PMShabbat 5:15 PM

Late Spring / SummerSunday–Thursday 6:30 PM

Adult EducationLiving with the Times: Our Weekly Torah CommandmentsShabbat: Class begins one hour before Mincha

The weekly portion to-do list explores the practical application of the commandments contained in the weekly Parsha. This intimate class enjoys an environment of learning and socializing. Following Mincha, everyone is welcome to join and enjoy Seudah Shlishit.

Seudah ShlishitShabbat after Mincha

Seudah Shlishit (Shabbat’s third meal) often has additional inspiring commentaries from Rabbi Moshe Scheiner or a guest speaker. We conclude with Ma’ariv and Havdalah services. The Talmud teaches that the unique spiritual dimensions of this meal assure that one who fulfills this obligation to eat the third meal merits favorable judgment in the world to come.

Tuesday Torah TopicsTuesdays, 12:15 PM

Enjoy an energizing discussion while analyzing the weekly Torah portion. We will explore insights into the relevance of the stories and commandments of our daily lives.

TanyaWednesdays, 7:30 PM

Written by Rabbi Schneur Zalman, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidism. Its stated aim is to show a path to realizing one’s potential and purpose by developing a deeper relationship with G-d. The Tanya compacts four millennia of Jewish wisdom to answer the great personal and existential questions of life. It seeks to achieve a change in the way Jews perceive themselves and revolutionize the way we think about G-d, the human soul and the world.

Ladies’ Living Room Learning— A Weekly Torah Class for WomenTimeless Wisdom and Relevant Tools for Contemporary Life.

Wednesdays, 10:30 AM at the home of Rebbetzin Dinie Scheiner

Pirkei Avot, a transmission of rich ethics and fundamental principles, is unique in that it is the only tractate of the Mishnah dealing solely with ethical and moral principles. This class will go beyond the classic text to explore the relationship between the beliefs of our sages and modern psychology. Please join us and explore this ethical guide of character refinement that will lead us to positive relationships and a more meaningful life.

Defining Your Role in Life: A Five Part Series with Rabbi Josh BroideOct 26, Nov 2, Nov 16, Dec 7, Dec 21

Who are you? What are your values? What are your ambitions? What is unique about you? Defining your role in life requires some thinking about your personality and your values. What is important to you? Are you impressed by the same things that impress others? If your desires and ambitions are similar to those of most members of the society around you, have you thought about your values consciously and chosen them for yourself? These classes will address these timeless issues with depth and clarity. Based on the teachings of Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz.

Lunch and LearnIn Loving Memory of Michael Leone

Last Wednesday of every month from 12–1 PM

Our Lunch and Learn classes focus on Jewish law and ethics and how to apply them to contemporary issues. Lunch and drinks are available for $10. Lunch reservations need to be made by Monday.

These sessions are held at the:Law Office of Richard Zaretsky1615 Forum Place, Suite 3A West Palm Beach

Family ChavurahA Chavurah is a circle of friends who gather to learn about and observe our Jewish traditions. Come join Rabbi Scheiner in the intimate setting of a congregant’s home as he elucidates and discusses topics pertaining to Jewish family life. The host provides the lovely atmosphere and the Rabbi provides the nourishment for our brains and souls. These evenings are for adults only.

Positive Parenting RoundtablesSundays 9:45–11 AM Dec 11, Jan 15, Feb 12, Mar 5

This four-part series offers workshops for parents of young children and teens. These discussions will guide the adults in ways to cope with challenges that their children face, and will help them deepen connections to each other. By placing effective tools and strategies into action this series will teach ways to foster responsibility and resiliency in children of all ages.

Women’s Programs Shabbat Women’s TeaJoin the women of the congregation for an afternoon of socializing and take a look into the feminine side of the weekly Torah portion. Connect and relate to the Torah in a way only women can, and learn relevant lessons to live by as women of the 21st century. Graciously hosted by women within walking distance of the Synagogue.

Women’s Chodesh GroupRosh Chodesh, the celebration of the beginning of the Jewish month, is an especially meaningful day for Jewish women and has blossomed into a celebration of women and femininity. Women are cordially invited to join our Rosh Chodesh Group events to celebrate the new month, holidays and our lives as Jewish women.

Women’s Tehillim GroupShabbat Mevorchim (the Shabbat we bless the new month)

The power of Psalms ascends to the heaven like no other form of prayer. As the Tzemach Tzedek, the third Chabad Rebbe, said, “If one only knew the power of the verses of Tehillim and their effect in the highest heavens, one would recite them constantly.” Please join the women of PBS as we collectively complete the entire Tehillim on Shabbat Mevarchim. May our prayers help all those in need of blessings for health and happiness. Hebrew/English recitations. Teens are welcome to join!

First Fridays Challah GroupIt’s our 4th year of experimenting with unique, creative and delectable challah recipes!

Women are invited to join Rebbetzin Dinie Scheiner the first Friday of every month to learn the art of baking challah, experiment with creative recipes and experience the beauty of this special mitzvah for women. Featuring new recipes, shapes and techniques every month.Generously sponsored by Sheryl Davidoff, Sara Klompus, Stacey Lampert, Sandy Smith

Community Israel Trip with Dinie and Rabbi Moshe ScheinerTuesday, July 4–Thursday, July 13

Discover Israel like you’ve never experienced it!

Explore the land of our heritage, the land that has been in our prayers for millennia, on an Israel adventure of a lifetime! Whether you have visited Israel before or are a first timer, this tour is a colorful composition of the best of Israel. You will visit spectacular sites, experience a variety of cultural encounters and cuisines, and see popular and off-the-beaten-track places, all of which will make this tour an unforgettable experience. Meet with dignitaries and personalities to gain insight into life in Israel, and take some time to get to know its citizens by volunteering.

Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project Momentum Free* Trip to Israel!Sunday, July 16–Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Since 2009 over 7,300 women from 21 Countries and 6 Continents have joined this incredible trip. Join Rebbetzin Dinie Scheiner and Sarah Dworcan, together with hundreds of women from around the globe for a trip of a lifetime! This highly subsidized trip is free (*excluding airfare, $75 tip fee, $49 application fee and a $360 full refundable deposit upon returning from the trip). Primarily for women with children under 18 years of age. JWRP covers all land costs: hotels, transportation, tours, classes, programs and most meals.

Our Mission: Empowering women to change the world through Jewish values that transform ourselves, our families and our communities. Inspire a Mom, inspire the world!

Youth/TeensMommy and MeThe First Tuesday of the Month

Jumpstart your child’s lifelong love of Judaism! Meet other parents at the Cool Beans Play Cafe in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Your child will engage in a wide range of activities and sensory discoveries through play, music and movement. Enter the parent-kid haven and be prepared to sing, clap, laugh, snack, play and most importantly-enjoy!

Hebrew SchoolSundays 9:30–12:30 PM

The Palm Beach Synagogue Hebrew School is a dynamic after-school program for Jewish education. It enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trend-setter in a creative and hands-on Jewish educational program and Hebrew language instruction for children in pre-K through Grade 7. PBS is especially proud of its dynamic staff and the inclusiveness of our student body, with children from various private and public schools of varying backgrounds and affiliations. Our innovative curriculum features the popular Aleph Champ Hebrew Reading Program.bThe students learn Judaic studies and history, mitzvot, holidays, contemporary issues and gain a love for Israel—all through the prism of fine arts, games, music and creativity.

PBS Kids’ ClubPBS Kids’ Club is our unique, innovative and totally exciting programing for the Palm Beach Synagogue Youth. The dedicated counselors and instructors ensure the PBS Kids’ Club is action-packed and fun, hosting a wide array of exciting social events, volunteer opportunities and Shabbat and Holiday programs. Your children will experience the camaraderie and warmth of new friendships and appreciate new meaning in the celebration of our festivals and volunteerism.

$18 PBS Kids’ Club Membership or $5 per program

PBS Kids’ Social Action ClubThrough performing acts of service in our community, this Club instills in our children both an appreciation for the blessings in their own lives and the important values of Ahavat Yisrael (love of one’s fellow) and Chesed (acts of loving kindness). The PBS Social Action Club seeks out volunteer opportunities that bring into the children’s sphere of influence people they may not ordinarily meet--people who are lonelier and less fortunate than themselves. By bringing a smile to these peoples’ faces and uplifting their spirits, the kids in turn will feel special and fulfilled, knowing the positive impact they are having on others.

Bubby Buddies The children of Palm Beach Synagogue meet before Holidays to share gifts and perform songs for the residents at Tradition of the Palm Beaches, an assisted living facility. Parents are invited to join their children and share in this special mitzvah. All ages welcome!

Tradition of the Palm Beaches4920 Loring Drive, West Palm Beach

PBS Youth Shabbat and Holiday Groups10 AM–12 PM

This structured, fun-filled program is sure to give your child a fabulous Shabbat experience. Through innovative games and our sing-along mini-service, Shabbat truly comes alive for kids at PBS. The program includes: Torah tales, prayer, edible crafts, Parsha games and exciting prizes! The children’s song performance is truly one of the highlights of the the adult service!

Mini Minyan: Ages 3-5 (younger children welcome when accompanied by a parent)Junior Congregation: Ages 6-12Teens and Torah: Ages 13+

Family MinyanThe Second Shabbat of the Month10 AM–12 PM

This exciting minyan is designed for children and parents to enjoy Shabbat morning services together in an interactive and engaging service with Rabbi Yosef Rice. Raffles for amazing prizes, fun games, delicious snacks, special kid-friendly lunch and family bonding and fun! The kids and their parents look forward the whole month to our Family Minyan!

Birthday ClubA Special Home Visit from PBS Youth Directors

A Jewish birthday has special significance. It is the day on the Jewish Calendar that G-d decided the world cannot exist without you! To celebrate this special day, the day of your Jewish birthday, PBS Youth Directors will visit your home with a special birthday kit just for you to enjoy with your family. It will be a birthday bash like no other!

Birthday ShabbatThe Last Shabbat of the Month

Join us with your family and friends at our spectacular Birthday Club Shabbat when we gather to celebrate all the Hebrew birthdays of the past month! Special party table at the Kiddush, fun birthday games, delicious birthday cake and so much more!

Tweens/TeensMiddle School ProgrammingThis year we are combining the Bar and Bat Mitzvah club and Emtza NCSY social events into one incredible, comprehensive club for middle school aged children. Each program will have an exciting social aspect from Emtza NCSY and an educational aspect focusing on this important stage in the middle schooler’s life. This year of programming provides life-lessons for its participants long after their Bar or Bat Mitzvah has been formally celebrated!

Eugene & Ethel Joffe Maimonides Leadership InstituteSundays 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Designed for young adults in the Palm Beach community, Grades 8–12, to study and explore religious, spiritual and ethical Jewish values. This tuition free program allows the students to be awarded merit compensation for their studies. More than an academic exercise, the experience contributes profoundly to the students’ identity as Jews.

The William Langfan Teens for Israel Advocacy Training ProgramThe mission of this Program is to educate students in Grades 10–12 about current political developments in the Middle East and the image of Israel in the world arena, thereby equipping students to respond to the dissemination of inaccurate information and anti-Israel propaganda on college campuses and in the media. Participants will meet periodically in seminars to enrich their knowledge of the region and its historical development. The program will include presentations by local and regional politicians, Israeli government officials and experts in the field of public relations. Select students will participate in the AIPAC policy conference in Washington, D.C.

NEW PROGRAMMentor Leadership InitiativeA program for selected teenagers to teach and instill the traits, skills and values that are common to successful leaders in business,education and government. The program unites around a vision for a tolerant, free and open exchange of ideas that will lead to moral and social progress in society.

The program will introduce a curriculum divided into workshops, once a month over seven months, each workshop encompassing one of the seven essential skills of successful leadership. Every workshop will have a guest speaker from the South Florida business or political community who will discuss his or her personal experience as it relates to the skill to be explored in the workshop.

Each subgroup of teens will be assigned a mentor who has demonstrated successful leadership in his or her selected field and has received training in the curriculum. In the subgroups, the mentor will augment the discussion of the monthly topic through exploration of real life challenges faced by the mentor and explore with the subgroup in greater depth the lesson of the month.

Each mentor will remain with the subgroup throughout the seven monthly sessions and be available to the participants between each session to continue the dialogue if requested by the participant.

Generously sponsored by Lawrence Sosnow

NEW PROGRAM March of the LivingApril 19–May 3

This year, PBS teens will be joining the March of the Living trip, a two week international, educational program bringing Jewish juniors and seniors from all over the world to Poland on Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Memorial Day). They will march from Auschwitz to Birkenau, the largest concentration camp complex built during World War II, and then to Israel to observe Yom HaZikaron (Israel Memorial Day), and Yom Ha’Atzmaut, (Israel Independence Day).

Among the goals of the March of the Living is for participants to learn the lessons of the Holocaust and to lead the Jewish people into the future vowing “Never Again!”

Project ConnectSince its inception, Project Connect has been a successful and meaningful program for our dear participants and our dedicated teen volunteers. Therefore, this year Project Connect is expanding to nursing homes, hospitals and homeless shelters. The positive impact of Project Connect is not only experienced by the recipients but by the teen volunteers as well. Project Connect’s main program is to ‘connect’ special needs children with teen volunteers from across Palm Beach County. At each event, participants actively engage and gain from a variety of stimulating activities, while enjoying the warm company of their teen friend. Together special friendships are built that will last a lifetime.Generous donations made by Sara & Leonard Aronson, Wendy & Harvey Bird, Petra & Stephen Levin, Sandy & Rick Smith

Pre-Shabbat Party at Tradition and Quantum HouseFirst and Third Friday of the Month at 3 PM

What better way to begin your weekend than by joining Rabbi Yosef as he brings the joy of Shabbat to the children at Quantum House (a home for families whose children are receiving treatment in Palm Beach County for a serious medical condition) and the resident seniors at The Tradition of the Palm Beaches (an assisted living facility)! This new and exciting program, a part of Project Connect, will be so meaningful to both the volunteers and seniors.

Shabbat Around the WorldExperience Shabbat in a global way! Each Shabbat dinner takes us to another country and culture. Meet the locals by experiencing their traditions and savor the different cuisines. No matter where the Shabbat takes us, we always have an abundance of lively songs, moving and thought-provoking words of Torah, and fun socializing with friends!

Coffee on Clematis for TeensThursdays at 7:00 PM

Kick back on a Thursday night with your Teen Rabbi for coffee, conversation and some words of inspiration. You will find yourself looking forward to these get togethers all week. All teens welcome!

Krav MagaFirst developed by the Israeli army back in the 1940s, Krav Maga is a form of self-defense that is widely practiced today all over the world. The physical training is great exercise and it’s a great stress reliever as well! 8 weeks of intense, physical fun.

B’nei Mitzvah ProgramThe youth of PBS enjoy the unique privilege of studying with Rabbi Moshe Scheiner privately, starting one year prior to their Bar or Bat Mitzvah. As part of the preparation for this special event, Rabbi Scheiner mentors them in Jewish ethics and obligations, the applicable Parshah and Haftorah portions, Ethics of our Fathers, special topics selected by the child and the ritual notes for chanting the Torah and Haftorah portions.

Jewish Film FestivalThis festival will feature outstanding films with Jewish content. There is no charge and all are welcome. Popcorn will be served.Generously funded by Sara & Leonard Aronson, Sara Klompus, Sandy & Rick Smith

Book ClubJoin our Book Club to engage in dynamic discussions relating to character development, plot twists, author intent and thematic relevancy in a quiet social setting. Share your thoughts on books you’ve read and spend some time with friends on Shabbat afternoon.

Co-Chairs Carol Rasowsky and Nancy Steinfeld

CHESED“Those Who Provide for the Needs of the Community – May the Holy One, Blessed Be He, Give Them Their Reward.” –Shabbat Service Prayer

PBS Bikur Cholim volunteers are dedicated to serving our community with hospital and home visitations, sunshine calls, Shabbat-in-a-Box deliveries and meals. They contact and lend supportive assistance to those who are homebound and/or recuperating. If you would like to participate in these mitzvah opportunities, please join with us by contacting our Biker Cholim Chairperson, Nancy Steinfeld 561-748-1976 or the Synagogue office.

Shabbat/Holiday HospitalityShabbat at the Palm Beach Synagogue is an experience! If you are in town for Shabbat or a Holiday, feel free to call the Synagogue regarding meals and arrangements with local hotels that offer our members and guests special rates.

The Breakers Hotel 1 South County Road Palm Beach, 561-655-6611

The Palm Beach Hotel 235 Sunrise Avenue Palm Beach, 561-655-4580

Bradley Park Hotel 280 Sunset Avenue Palm Beach, 561-832-7050

22nd AT 7:30–9:30 PM

A New Year— A New YouThe Magic of Flow: Overcoming Obstacles to Become the Best Version of YouCreate an exquisite Rosh Hashanah apple honey dish for your family!

with Guest Speaker: Danna Pycher, NLP, CHt, CPLC

Av–Elul 5776

11th AT 9:30 AM

PBS Hebrew School and Maimonides Leadership Institute 5777 begin!

21st & 29thPre-High Holiday Two-Part Lecture SeriesTwo evenings of “Reflection and Re-JEW-venation” with Rabbi Moshe Scheiner, Palm Beach Synagogue and Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, Boca Raton Synagogue

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25th AT 11 AM

High Holiday ExtravaganzaGet in the Holiday spirit and become a High Holiday pro in the most fun and creative ways!

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Shabbat Youth Group Re’eh

Rosh Chodesh ElulShabbat Ends 8:26 PM

Shabbat Youth Group Ki Teitzei

Shabbat Ends 8:11 PM

Happy Birthday Stacey Lampert Shabbat Youth Group

ShoftimShabbat Ends 8:19 PM

Shabbat Youth Group Selichot Service

Book ClubYahrzeit Eleanor Goodman

Ki TavoLeil Selichot


Happy Birthday Moriel Weiner Candle lighting 7:04 PM

Candle lighting 7:19 PM


Shabbat Party with Teens at Traditions



Coffee on Clematis for TeensWomen’s Chodesh Group

Pre-High Holiday Lecture SeriesGuest Speaker

Rabbi Efrem GoldbergCoffee on Clematis for Teens

Yahrzeit Louis Bizar

Pre-High Holiday Lecture Series

Yahrzeit Moshe Dubinsky

Yahrzeit Hinda Chazanow Labor Day

Yahrzeit Maxine Half

Happy Birthday Michael Silverman

9/11 Memorial Tribute First Day of Hebrew School &

MaimonidesMarch of the Living Recruitment

Rosh Chodesh Elul

Happy Birthday Rabbi Yosef Rice

Hebrew School & MaimonidesTeen BBQ

Hebrew School & Maimonides High Holiday Extravaganza

plambeachsynagogue.org561.838.9002

Welcome New Youth/Teen Directors Sarah Dworcan and Yosef Rice!Shabbat, Sept 10

Join us in welcoming our youth/teen director dream team, Sarah and Yosef to our community. Introduce your children and teens and find out what’s in store for them at PBS in 5777!

First Day of Hebrew School and Eugene & Ethel Joffe Maimonides Leadership InstituteSunday, Sept 11 • 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Two outstanding educational programs for youth and teens.

Palm Beach Synagogue 9/11 Memorial TributeSunday, Sept 11 • 12:30 PM

Join us as we remember the victims of 9/11 and honor our Palm Beach first responders. Help deliver fresh coffee and cake to the firefighters and police officers who protect, defend and secure our community daily.

Teen Kickoff BBQ! Sunday, Sept 18 • 7 PM

It’s going to be an Epic Year for PBS Teens! Come for a fully stacked BBQ and meet your awesome Teen Rabbi, Yosef Rice. Find out what’s in store for you and your friends this coming year! Fantastic stuff, by the way, that you won’t want to miss. This kickoff event is a great chance to reconnect with old friends and to make new ones.

*$18 Annual Membership to join The Teen Club. Receive a sweatshirt and other fun mementos!

March of the Living Information SessionSunday, Sept 11 • 11:30 AM

Guest speaker, Sam Ron, a 92 year old survivor of the Cracow Ghetto and

Plaszow, and a hero of the Bricha and Israel War of Independence will join a March of the Living Student Alumnus to introduce the 2017 March of the Living trip

to the Maimonides Leadership Institute teens.

Dates of trip: April 19-May 3, 2017

More September Programs

Women’s Chodesh GroupA New Year — A New You

Thursday, Sept 22 • 7:30–9:30 PM

As we approach the New Year, join us for an exciting, stimulating and thought-provoking evening with author and motivational speaker, Danna Pycher. Create an exquisite ceramic apple honey dish for your family to enjoy on Rosh Hashanah.Graciously hosted by Meryl Avni

Fee: $25 per person.

Guest Speaker Danna Pycher is an international motivational speaker, hypnotherapist, and author. She specializes in trauma and disease and the correlation between the two. She works with people all over the world to shift their consciousness and teaches how peeling away our layers can bring us to ultimate healing. Through her speaking she is known to connect with her audience in an intimate way leaving a lasting effect. She has been featured as a TEDx speaker, in Brides Magazine, multiple news venues, and more. Danna is the author of 3rd Generation and Beyond.

Generously sponsored by Meryl & Dr. Freddy Avni, Sharon & Neil Efron

Rabbi Efrem Goldberg Boca Raton Synagogue

“What You Need to Know to Become the Best Version of Yourself”

Book Club

Shabbat, Sept 24 • 1:30 PM

Henna HouseAuthor: Nomi Eve

Adela Damari’s parents’ health is failing. They desperately seek a future husband for their young daughter who is in danger of becoming adopted by the local Muslim community

of Yemen. Publishers Weekly called it “A touching coming-of-age story.”

High Holiday Carnival for Kids!

Shabbat, Sept 25 • 11:00 AM

Apple dipped in honey? The sound of the shofar? The High Holidays is when it all happens! Become a High Holiday Pro in a fun and creative way! We will totally get you into the High Holiday spirit!

Pre-High Holiday Two-Part Lecture SeriesTwo evenings of “Reflection and Re-JEW-venation”

Wednesday, Sept 21 • 7:30 PM / Thursday, Sept 29 • 7:30 PM

Rabbi Moshe Scheiner Palm Beach Synagogue

“The Other Side of Sin: How to Make the Most of Our Mistakes”

Wine and cheese reception to follow both lectures.

Rabbi Efrem Goldberg is the Senior Rabbi of the Boca Raton Synagogue. In addition, he serves as Co-Chair of the Orthodox Rabbinical Board’s Va’ad Ha’Kasrut, as Director of the Rabbinical Council of America’s South Florida Regional Bet Din for Conversion and as Posek of the Boca Raton Mikvah. In 2014, Rabbi Goldberg was presented the Pillar of the Community and Israel Award by Friends of the IDF.

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Mitzvah Day FairJoin PBS for an exciting and inspiring day of Mitzvah opportunities for all ages during these High Holy Days. On Mitzvah Day our community will undertake a range of volunteer projects for those in need in our local community as well as those abroad which will create deeper bonds within our communities and supporting charities. Featuring special musical entertainment, fun activities for kids and refreshments!

24th AT 7 PM

Simchat Torah Dance PartyPBS is the place to be on Simchat Torah! Join us for lively and spirited Hakafot, scrumptious hot Holiday Dinner, Kids’ Candyland Wonderland and Teen Mocktail Bar!

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9th AT 5:00 PM

An Evening of Song and Spirit Cantorial ConcertEnjoy stirring and uplifting melodies from Cantors Tzvi Grinhaim, Boaz Davidoff and The Bat Kol Choir and inspiring messages from Rabbi Scheiner in preparation for the holiest day of the year.

16th–23rdCelebrate the joyous holiday of Sukkot at PBS!Join us as we celebrate the mitzvot of sitting in the Sukkah and shaking the Lulav and Etrog. Enjoy inspiring services and sermons, joyous holiday meals in the PBS Sukkah, a Family Super Sukkah Hop, the PBS Kids’ Sukkah Contest and Sushi in the Sukkah for Teens!


High Holidays5777

Start the New Year on a high note and join our community for inspiring and meaningful

High Holiday Services with Rabbi Moshe Scheiner, Cantor Tzvi Grinhaim and the Bat Kol Choir. Interactive and exciting

Youth and Teen Services. Delicious community holiday meals.Transliterated and Linear

Prayer Books.

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Yahrzeit Hattie BizarNitzavim


Shabbat Youth Group Ha’Azinu


Shabbat Youth Group Vayeilech


Shabbat Youth GroupSukkot VI (CH”M)


Shabbat Youth Group Birthday Club for Kids

Women’s Tehillim GroupBereshit



Pre-Shabbat Party at Quantum House with Teens


Pre-Shabbat Party at Tradition with Teens

Sukkot V (CH”M) Candle lighting 6:27 PM

Yahrzeit Charles RasowskyCandle lighting 6:21 PM

Coffee on Clematis for Teens


Yahrzeit Sarah Kaplan Teen Sushi in the Sukkah

Sukkot lV (CH”M)

Project Connect Teen Training

Holiday Youth Group Yizkor

Break-the-Fast Dinner Yom Kippur

Fast ends 7:43 PM

Fast Of GedaliahFast begins 6:02 am

Fast ends 7:25 PM

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Adult Education with Rabbi Josh Broide

Isru Chag

Holiday Youth Group Fast begins 6:37 PM

Kol NidreCandle lighting 6:36 PM

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Yom Tov ends 7:52 PM

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Simchat TorahHoliday Ends 7:32 PM

Holiday Youth Group Tashlich on the Beach

Yahrzeit Helen Legman Rosh Hashanah 5777


Sukkot lCandle lighting 7:39 pm

Simcha Torah Dance PartyCandyland for KidsTeen Mocktail Bar

Yizkor Shmini Atzeret


Yahrzeit Sarah Ogulnick Hebrew School & Maimonides

Mitzvah Day FairCantorial Concert

Erev Rosh Hashanah Candle lighting 6:46 PM

Hebrew School & MaimonidesSukkah Contest

PBS Kids’ Social Action Club Eruv Sukkot

Candle lighting 6:31PM

Hebrew School & Maimonides Family Super Sukkah Hop

Annual Sukkot PartySukkoth Vll (Hoshana Raba)


Hebrew School & MaimonidesProject Connect


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More October Programs

Meet the CantorCantor Tzvi Grinhaim is endowed with a lyrical, powerful and flexible tenor voice which he started developing at age 14 with the best chazanut instructors. He now serves as Chazan in the Tel Aviv Central Synagogue. With a blend of traditional and original Jewish tunes, Cantor Tzvi Grinhaim, accompanied by the Bat Kol Choir, will create a special atmosphere for the High Holidays.

Bat Kol ChoirBat Kol Choir performs choral arrangements of traditional and original Jewish tunes with four voices. They are led by Rabbi Dudi Leibovich, a singer/musician who conducts children’s and adult’s professional choirs. Last year, the choir accompanied Chazzan Tzvi Grinhaim for the High Holiday services in the international synagogue, Beit El in Tel Aviv.

Holiday Service Times and MealsROSH HASHANAHSunday, October 2 Evening Services 7:00 PMHoliday Dinner*

Monday, October 3Morning Services 8:30 AMYouth Groups 9:00 AMSermon and Shofar Blowing 11:00 AMHoliday Lunch*Mincha 5:00 PMTashlich Service on the Beach 5:30 PMMa’ariv Services 7:00 PMHoliday Dinner*

Tuesday, October 4Morning Services 8:30 AMYouth Groups 9:00 AMSermon and Shofar Blowing 11:00 AMHoliday Lunch*Mincha/Ma’ariv Services 6:45 PMHavdalah 7:48 PM

YOM KIPPURTuesday, October 11Pre-Fast Dinner 4:00 - 6:30 PM*Mincha Service 4:30 PMKol Nidrei 6:45 PMYouth Groups 6:45 PM

Wednesday, October 12Shacharit 9:00 AMYouth Groups 10:00 AMYizkor 11:00 AMMincha / Ne’ilah 5:30 PMYouth Program 5:30 PMFast Ends 7:43 PMComplimentary Break the Fast Dinner

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Sunday, October 23Evening Services 6:30 AMHoliday Meal*

Monday, October 24Shacharit 9:00 AMYouth Groups 10:00 AMYizkor 11:00 AMKiddush Luncheon in the SukkahSimchat Torah Services 6:30 PMFollowed by Simchat Torah Dance Party and Community Celebration

SIMCHAT TORAHTuesday, October 25Shacharit 9:00 AMYouth Groups 9:30 AMHakaftot 10:00 AMKiddush 12:00 PM

*Please join us for these festive community holiday meals. Reservations required.

PBS YOUTH HOLIDAY SERVICE

AND PROGRAMExperience the Holidays through

exciting and interactive songs, stories, games and delicious healthy snacks. Children will be fully supervised and appropriate activities are planned for each age group. Lunch will be served.

SUKKOTSunday, October 16Evening Services 6:45 PMHoliday Dinner*

Monday, October 17Shacharit 9:00 AMYouth Groups 10:00 AMKiddush in the SukkahMincha/Ma’ariv Services 6:30 PMHoliday Dinner*

Tuesday, October 18Shacharit 9:00 AMYouth Groups 10:00 AMKiddush in the SukkahMincha/Ma’ariv Services 6:30 PMHoliday Dinner*

Tashlich on the Beach

Monday, Oct 3 • 6:15 PM

Join Palm Beach Synagogue for our annual Tashlich on the Beach service at Seminole Avenue and North Ocean Boulevard.Special Children’s Beach Party!

An Evening of Song and SpiritPre-Yom Kippur Concert and Kol Nidrei Appeal Kickoff

Sunday, Oct 9 • 5:00 PM

Enjoy stirring and uplifting melodies from Cantors Tzvi Grinhaim, Boaz Davidoff and The Bat Kol Choir and inspiring messages from Rabbi Scheiner in preparation for the holiest day of the year. Cocktail reception.Graciously hosted by Eileen Berman & Jay Bauer

PBS Kids’ Social Action Club Kickoff Event! Sukkah Decorating at JCFS

Sunday, Oct 16 • 1–2 PM

Join us as we volunteer at the Jewish Children’s Family Services Home to decorate their Sukkah together with the residents. Bring creativity and ingenuity to this very special sukkah. We will work hand-in-hand with the residents, bringing their special warmth and good spirits to this pre-holiday event. This promises to be a sukkah like no other!

Sukkot October 16–October 23

Annual Model Sukkah ContestEntries accepted Sunday, October 9 through Sunday, October 16!Design and create your very own Sukkah model to be displayed at the synagogue and win AWESOME prizes! Friends and siblings are welcome to create their Sukkah model together. Dimensions not to exceed 12” x 18”. Winners announced Erev Sukkot, Sunday, October 16 via email!

Sushi in The Sukkah for TeensThursday, October 20 • 8:00 PMJoin us for an awesome teen event under the stars and palm leaves of the PBS Sukkah. Chill out with friends while you learn from a professional chef how to make the most delicious sushi. This is an all-you-can-eat sushi buffet. Who’s up for the challenge?

Edible Sukkah in the Sukkah Shabbat, October 22 • 10:00 AM–12:00 PMDesign and create your very own delicious edible Sukkah. Ages 5–12

Family Super Sukkah HopSunday, October 23 • 10:00 AM–1:00 PMGet your sneakers and sunglasses on as we hop from Sukkah to Sukkah on Palm Beach! Experience a variety of activities and surprises in Sukkahs around town, enjoy delicious snacks and do the Lulav shake! Final stop will be at Bradley Park for a BBQ lunch in a “Sukkah in the Park” as we celebrate Hoshanah Rabah - the last day of Sukkot.

PBS Kids’ Simchat Torah in Candyland

Monday, Oct 24

Taste the sweetness of the Torah with delectable mouth-watering candies and treats while you dance the night away!

Teen Mocktail Bar

Monday, Oct 24

Get ready to party! This is the dance-a-thon of all dance-a-thons as we celebrate the annual completion of the reading of the Torah. Enjoy unique drinks prepared by our awesome mixologists as we celebrate the Torah and dance the night away!

Community Simchat Torah Dance Party Monday, Oct 24 • 6:30 PM

PBS is the place to be on Simchat Torah! Join us for lively and spirited Hakafot, and enjoy a night you won’t remember celebrating the joy of this special holiday with other very “happy” people!

Generously sponsored by Osnat Mendelson and Dr. Jose Martinez.

Defining Your Role in LifeA Five-Part Series with Rabbi Josh Broide

Wednesday, Oct 26 • 7 PM

Free Will—The Real YouThe most important thing to grasp about being human is the fact that you have free choice. You make the decisions. You are responsible. We shall attempt to show that the secular world is not so sure about this, but as a Jew, you have to know that everything significant in life depends on this idea. Let us explore the concept of free will and understand why it is essential in coming to grips with who you really are. What are the components of human free will and what are its limits?

Rabbi Josh Broide is the Director of Engagement for the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach, as well as the Outreach Rabbi at the Boca Raton Synagogue. In 2015, The Jewish Daily Forward listed him as one the most inspiring American Rabbis. He also received the National Jewish Outreach Program’s Leslie Nelkin Special Service Award for his commitment to outreach.

Project Connect Teen Volunteer Training

Thursday, Oct 27 • 7 PM

The Teen Training is an orientation program that teaches our volunteers how tointeract with children who have special needs. Volunteers will learn aboutvarious disabilities, appropriate conduct when volunteering, the importance ofgiving back to the community and the huge impact they can make on others.

Project Connect Colors Connection

Sunday, Oct 30 • 1:30–3:30 PM

Uptown Art510 Evernia St, West Palm Beach During this exciting two-part series, children with special needs and our teen volunteers will learn all about the color wheel, color mixing and painting! This awesome hands-on art instruction provides everything you need to have a great time with your teen friend and create your masterpiece.

9th AT 7 PM

Kristallnacht: An Evening of Remembrance

Wednesdays AT 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

Ladies’ Living Room Learning begins! Pirkei Avot: Timeless Wisdom and Relevant Tools for Contemporary Life

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Scholars-in-Residence11th–12th Joel Mowbray

“How Israel sparked an incredible and most improbable Jewish Journey”

“Election Aftermath: What lies ahead for the world—and the Middle East in

18th–19th Mark (Mordechai) Halawa

“My Journey from Kuwaiti Arab to Jerusalemite Jew”

25th–26th Yoram Ettinger “US Policy in the Middle East”Generously sponsored by Bonnie & Steven Stern

Featuring the Academy Award-nominated film: Defiance. Guest speaker, Aron Bell (Bielski), the youngest and only surviving Bielski brother of the Bielski Partisan fame.

11th & 12th Palm Beach Synagogue is a proud partner of the Shabbat Project! Join us as an estimated one million people worldwide participate in this extraordinary initiative.

LET’S KEEP IT TOGETHER!Challah Bake • Cocktail Reception Pre-Shabbat Musical Service for Families • Scrumptious Shabbat Dinner • Comprehensive Shabbat programs for all ages!

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Daniel Pipes The Middle East in Upheaval: Interpreting and Predicting

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NoachShabbat Ends 7:24 PM

Scholar-in-Residence Mark Halawa

Shabbat Youth Group Vayera


The Shabbat ProjectScholar-in-Residence

Joel Mowbray Family Minyan

Women’s Shabbat TeaLech-Lech


Scholar-in-Residence Yoram Ettinger

Yahrzeit Bella SternliebShabbat Youth GroupBirthday Club for Kids

Women’s Tehillim CircleChayei Sara


Scholar-in-Residence Mark Halawa

Pre-Shabbat Party at Traditions with Teens


First Fridays Challah GroupScholar-in-Residence

Joel Mowbray The Shabbat Project

Yahrzeit Rose AronsonCandle lighting 5:13 PM

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Scholar-in-Residence Yoram Ettinger


Coffee on Clematis for Teens Family Chavurah



Thanksgiving DinnerThanksgiving

Happy Birthday Ben Lampert Ladies’ Living Room Learning

Adult Education Series with Rabbi Broide

Kristallnacht Film Festival

Guest Speaker Aron Bell


Ladies’ Living Room LearningTanya Class

Happy Birthday Yehudah Tzvi Scheiner

Lunch & LearnLadies’ Living Room Learning

Tanya Class

Tuesday Torah Topics Teen Mentor Program

Mommy and MeTuesday Torah Topics

Election Day

Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan

Tuesday Torah Topics


Hebrew School Showcase & Maimonides

Hebrew School OrientationGuest Speaker Daniel Pipes

Hebrew School & MaimonidesDad and Teen Morning

BreakfastProject Connect

Guest Speaker Itamar MarcusStandard Time Begins

Hebrew School & MaimonidesKids Club

Middle School Program


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Happiness

Wednesday, Nov 2

A Five-Part Series with Rabbi Josh Broide

Happiness. It is probably the focus and goal of most societies on earth. In popular culture of the West, happiness is the ultimate achievement. People long to be happy. What is the Jewish view on this subject? Are we meant to be happy? Is happiness a Jewish goal? What is the path that leads to happiness in a world of ordeals?

Book Club

Shabbat, Nov 4 • 1:30 PM

Jaffa BeachAuthor: Fedora HorowitzFedora Horowitz, living among Arabs and Jews in Israel, wrote this novel as seen through the eyes of a Jewish girl. It is a love story set within the volatile context of the founding of the State of Israel and the

concomitant rise of Palestine longing for a homeland.

Dad and Teen Morning

Sunday, Nov 6 • 9:30 AM

Tefillin and Breakfast: Teens and their Dads are invited for a buffet breakfast on this special Sunday morning after the men share in the beautiful mitzvah of praying with their tefillin.

Project Connect Colors Connection

Sunday, Nov 6 • 1:30–3:30 PM

Uptown Art510 Evernia St, West Palm BeachDuring this second of an exciting two-part series, children with special needs and our teen volunteers will learn all about the color wheel, color mixing and painting! This hands-on art instruction provides everything needed to have a great time with a teen friend and create an art masterpiece.

Guest Speaker: Itamar Marcus

Sunday, Nov 6 • 7 PM

Itamar is an Israeli political activist researcher and the founder and director of Palestinian Media Watch which monitors and analyzes the Palestinian Authority through its mass media, social media, and most importantly,

children’s schoolbooks. He is a featured source for the documentary Obsession: Radical Islam’s War Against the West.

Kristallnacht Commemoration

Wednesday, Nov 9 • 7 PM

Featuring the award-winning film, Defiance which depicts the heroic and true-life saga of the Jewish partisans. These people—known as the Bielski Brigade—valiantly fought the Nazis and were the largest group of armed rescuers of Jews in Poland and Belarus during the Shoah.

Aron Bell (Arczyk Bielski), is the youngest and only surviving brother of the famous Bielski Partisans. Mr. Bell witnessed the murder of his parents at the hands of the Germans and joined his brothers in the forest to run the largest

armed rescue of Jews by Jews during WWII.

Scholar-in-Residence: Joel Mowbray

Nov 11–Nov 12

How Israel sparked an incredible and most improbable Jewish Journey

Election Aftermath: What lies ahead for the world—and the Middle East in particular

Joel Mowbray is a syndicated columnist and is best known for his State Department exposés. He was the first journalist in America to review fifteen of the visa application forms of the 9/11 terrorists and discover that all of them should

have been denied. This led to the end of Visa Express in Saudi Arabia and the firing of the Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs. He is also a guest speaker on many nationally syndicated radio programs.

Generously sponsored by Bonnie & Steven Stern

More November Programs

The Shabbat Project Weekend

When the sun dips below the horizon on Friday, Nov. 11, join the Palm Beach Synagogue and an estimated one million people worldwide who will participate in an extraordinary initiative—The Shabbat Project! Join us for a Shabbat and enjoy a myriad of events celebrating the gift of Shabbat!

Friday, Nov 11

Challah Baking for Women, 10 AM–12 PMCocktail Reception for Adults, 4 PMPre-Shabbat Musical Celebration for Families, 4:15 PMCandle Lighting, 5:12 PMServices, 5:20 PMShabbat Dinner, 6:30 PM

Shabbat, Nov 12

Services, 9 AMYouth Groups, 10 AMRabbi’s Sermon, 10:45 AMKiddush Luncheon, 12 PMLadies’ Shabbat Tea with Rebbetzin Dinie Scheiner, 2 PMMen’s Farbreingen with Rabbi Scheiner, 2 PMChildren’s Shabbat Party at the Dworcans, 2 PMTeen Scene with Yosef, 2 PMMusical Havdalah, 6:20 PMHavdalah Interactive Workshop for Families, 6:30–8 PM

Don’t live within walking distance of the shul? No problem. Spend Shabbat on Palm Beach Island!

PACKAGE INCLUDES:• 2 night’s occupancy at the landmark

Breakers Hotel• Friday night dinner• Breakfast basket, Shabbat Kiddush and

Third Meal• Friday Cocktail Reception• Pre-Shabbat Musical Celebration• Comprehensive Shabbat programs for

all ages• Havdalah Workshop

Call the office for more information.

Hebrew School Parent Showcase

Sunday, Nov 13 • 10 AM–11 AM

Hebrew School parents are invited to learn about our innovative curriculum, the exciting programs and meet our dedicated teachers and fellow parents. Coffee and light breakfast will be served.

Guest Speaker: Daniel Pipes


Daniel Pipes is an American historian, writer, political commentator and pro-Israel lobbyist. He is the president of the Middle East Forum, a think tank that works to define and promote American interests in the Middle East.


Wednesday, Nov 16

Getting High, Staying High

Why do good times never last? Why are things so good when they are fresh but always become stale? Why is the beginning of a relationship so exciting but the later stages often so dull? Why do we feel things so sharply at first but become so easily bored? There is a deep secret here and understanding it can change your life.

Family Chavurah

Thursday, Nov 17 • 7 PM

Join fellow parents to discuss subjects related to Jewish life and learning in a family-friendly setting.

Scholar-in-Residence: Mark (Mordechai) Halawa

Nov 18–Nov 19

Mark (Mordechai) Halawa was born in Kuwait, raised as a Muslim and taught that Jews were the source of evil. However, there was a secret in his family—one that led him to his Jewish roots while studying at a university in Canada.

Kids’ Club Mad Science Series

Sunday, Nov 20 & 27 • 1 PM

Grades 3–7

Do you ever wonder about the science behind movies’ special effects or the latest kids’ gadgets? Grab your goggles and lab coats and join this out-of-this world series! Enjoy hands-on science activities, watch spectacular demonstrations, participate in fun inquiry-based discussions and take home awesome experiments!

Middle School Casino Night Kickoff Event!


Ka-Ching! This kickoff event is a great chance to reconnect with old friends and to make new ones. Compete in exciting casino-style activities and the top winners will win fabulous prizes! Buy-in is $10 and all money will go to a selected charity of YOUR choice! We hope everyone joins and wins!

Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Thursday, Nov 24 • 6 PM

The Hebrew term for gratitude is Hakarat Hatov “recognizing the good”. Join us for a delicious buffet Thanksgiving Dinner to celebrate and thank G-d for the freedoms that we enjoy in America. Reservations required.

Generously sponsored by an Anonymous Donor

Scholar-in-Residence: Yoram Ettinger

Nov 25–Nov 26

Ambassador (ret.) Yoram Ettinger is an insider on the topics of U.S.-Israel relations, Mideast politics and overseas investments in Israel. He is a frequent speaker at AIPAC conferences and is published regularly in his popular blog, The Ettinger Report.

December 2016Kislev – Tevet 5777


3rdYael Lerman Mazar StandWithUs Director of Legal Affairs

16th-17th Rav David Stav Chief Rabbi of the City of Shoham & Chairman of Tzohar Organization

Scholars-in-Residence

4th AT 7:00 PM

Guest Speaker AIPAC Ambassador Brad Gordon Director of Policy and Government Affairs

Chanukah: 8 Party Nights of Lights!DEC 24TH–JAN 1STLighting up Palm Beach

PBS Chanukah on IceSATURDAY, DEC 24TH Annual Skating Party!Skate with your PBS Family at Palm Beach Ice Works! Ice Menorah lighting, rink games for kids and teens, great music! Bring friends, dinner served, all are welcome!

Chanukah Bubby BuddiesSUNDAY, DEC 25TH • 5:30–7 PM Tradition of the Palm Beaches. Bring the joy of Chanukah to our beloved Bubbies and Zaidies!

Annual Palm Beach Community Chanukah MONDAY, DEC 26TH 5:30–8:30 PMBradley Park

Jewish Heritage Night

TUESDAY, DEC 27TH with Miami Heat at American Airlines ArenaThe biggest Chanukah party and menorah lighting in South Florida!

Project Connect Chanukah ConcertWEDNESDAY, DEC 28THLight up a child’s holiday and join us for a special once-in-a-lifetime concert and celebration! Featuring Dr. Laz and the “Sensations,” a unique non-verbal group of special individuals each with his/her special ability.

Chanukah

10th Ofir Fisher Vice President of the OR Movement

“Fulfilling Ben-Gurion’s Dream of Developing the Negev”

24th Morton Klein National President of the Zionist Organization of America

31stMazel Tov Mendel Scheiner

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Rosh Chodesh Tevet Chanukah: 7th Candle



Happy Birthday Yoseph Scheiner Coffee on Clematis for Teens

Rosh Chodesh Kislev


Coffee on Clematis for Teens Yahrzeit M. Stephen Ingber

Yahrzeit Barbara Wolk

Chanukah: 6th Candle


Yahrzeit Moshe Rubinsztejn Ladies’ Living Room Learning


Ladies’ Living Room LearningAdult Education Series with

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Lunch & Learn Project Connect Chanukah

Concert Chanukah: 5th Candle

Happy Birthday Hindy ScheinerYahrzeit Selig Neufeld Tuesday Torah TopicsTeen Mentor Program

Mommy and MeTuesday Torah Topics


Jewish Heritage NightChanukah: 4th Candle

Yahrzeit Samson Regenbaum

Happy Birthday Elisabeth Rossen

Community Israel Trip Informational Meeting

Chanukah in Bradley Park Chanukah: 3rd Candle

Kids Club Girls Sleepover Hebrew School & Maimonides

Positive Parenting RoundtablesYahrzeit Miriam

Milgrom Neufeld Yahrzeit Paul Legman

Yahrzeit Eva Renee Ross

EMTZA NCSY Shabbaton at BRS

Hebrew School & MaimonidesKids Club

AIPAC Guest Speaker Ambassador Brad Gordon


Hebrew School & MaimonidesChanukah Extravaganza

Yahrzeit Arthur Kaplan

Bubby BuddiesChanukah: 2nd Candle


More December Programs

Chanukah Toy Drive

Dec 1–Dec 16

Bring a smile to a child’s face this Chanukah! Donate new (unwrapped) toys. PBS Kids’ Club will collect and distribute the toys to needy Jewish children in South Florida before Chanukah.

First Friday’s Challah Group

Friday, Dec 2 • 10 AM

Rosemary Thyme Whole Wheat Challah

Shabbat Dinner with Guest Speaker: Sarit Catz

Friday, Dec 2 • After Service

Sarit Catz CAMERA’S Letter-Writing Director, monitors, writes and teaches how to identify Israel media bias. Ms.Catz won three Writers’ Guild of America awards, and numerous awards for short films she has written and produced.

Middle School Shabbaton

Dec 2–Dec 3

Join NCSY EMTZA for an unforgettable Shabbaton weekend at the Boca Raton Synagogue. A jam-packed weekend with great food, programs and energy. A special focus on “mixers” means you get to meet other Jewish middle schoolers your age, and hopefully, make friendships that will last a lifetime!

Scholar-in-Residence:Yael Lerman Mazar

Dec 3

Yael Lerman Mazar is the Director of Legal Affairs for StandWithUs. Ms. Mazar was a lawyer for the Anti-Defamation League and litigated at Boies, Schiller and Flexner.

Guest Speaker: Bradley Gordon

Sunday, Dec 4 • 7 PM

Ambassador Bradley Gordon is AIPAC’s Director of Policy and Government Affairs, previously its Legislative Director. From 1993 to 1995, he was Staff Director of the International Operations Subcommittee of the House Foreign Affairs Committee where he oversaw the operations of the Department of State, the Agency for International Development, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency and the U.S. Information Agency.

Community Israel Trip Informational Meeting

Monday, Dec 5 • 7 PM

Join us to learn more about the itinerary, pricing and details of this fabulous tour. This trip is open to all in the community!


Wednesday, Dec 7 • 7 PM

Faith What is the Jewish idea of faith? If a non-Jew asked you what faith means to us, could you explain it? What exactly is emunah, that fundamental Jewish value which is usually translated as “faith”?

Scholar-in-Residence: Ofir Fisher

Shabbat, Dec 10

Ofir Fisher, the son of music artist Dudu Fisher, is co-founder of the OR Movement and V.P. and head of the resource development department. The OR Movement together with the JNF have established many new communities in Southern Israel which have brought life and growth back to the Negev.

Girls’ Slumber Party

Dec 10–11 • 7 PM

Wear your favorite pajamas and fuzzy slippers to the best slumber party ever! Enjoy an evening of manicures, massages, cool games, pizza, movies, midnight snacks and laughter with your friends! We will try to squeeze in some sleep too!

Positive Parenting Roundtables

Sunday, Dec 11 • 9:45 AM

Children and Technology: The Effects of Technology and Social Media, Setting Limits, Parameters and Taking Control

Dr. Arielle Burdo is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist working for Alpert Jewish Family & Children’s Service in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens and Lake Worth.

Scholar-in-Residence: Rabbi David Stav

Dec 16–Dec 17

Rabbi David Stav is the Rabbi of the town of Shoham. He teaches at Bar-Ilan University, and is the spokesman for Rashei Yeshivot Hesder across Israel. Rabbi Stav holds a smicha for dayanut and was recently named Co-Chancellor of Ohr Torah Stone.

Chanukah Extravaganza

Sunday, Dec 18 • 11 AM

A Chanukah celebration with all the bells and whistles! Meet Judah the Maccabee, produce your very own pure olive oil and craft a beautiful wooden Chanukiah to take home. Energize with potato latkes and donuts for the get-down-on-the-floor dreidel spin off!


Wednesday, Dec 21 • 7 PM

OrdealsIt is a basic Torah idea that a major part of the purpose of life is to stand strong in ordeals. Now an obvious question arises: Why would Hashem test us if He knew beforehand what the outcome would be? If you can pass the test easily, where is the real achievement? If it’s impossible to pass, why would Hashem test us in the first place?

Scholar-in-Residence:Morton Klein

Dec 24

Morton A. Klein is National President of the Zionist Organization of America, the oldest pro-Israel group in the United States. He is a member of the Executive Committee of AIPAC and is widely regarded as one of the leading Jewish activists in America. His successful campaigns related to anti-Israel bias were the subject of thirty feature stories both here and in Israel. In recognition of his efforts, Mr. Klein has received numerous awards and honors.

Chanukah Storytime

Dec TBD • 10:30 AM

0-4 years oldThe Four Arts Children’s Library 2 Four Arts PlazaJoin us at The Four Arts Library for an intimate Chanukah Storytime where kids and parents can hear endearing, childhood favorite Chanukah tales. Create an exciting Chanukah arts and crafts project to take home. Pack a lunch for your child for a picnic at the Four Arts Gardens after the story hour.

Palm Beach Synagogue Chanukah on Ice

Saturday. Dec 24 • 7 PM

Palm Beach Ice Works1590 North Florida Mango RoadWest Palm Beach (656-4046) Cost: $15 for adults; $10 for children. Price includes skates, dinner, and our very own private skating rink. RSVP by calling the Synagogue office, 561-838-9002, ext. 4Generously sponsored by Sandy & Rick Smith

Chanukah Bubby Buddies

Sunday, Dec 25 • 3–4:30 PM

Tradition of the Palm BeachesThe community is invited to join as we bring the joy and light of Chanukah to our Bubbies and Zaidies at Tradition! The celebration will include unique Chanukah crafts, delicious treats, a delightful presentation from our PBS Youth and a melodious menorah lighting!

Annual Palm Beach Community Chanukah Celebration

Monday, Dec 26 • 5:30–8:30 PM

Light up the 3rd night of Chanukah at our annual Chanukah celebration in Bradley Park! Festivities and Entertainment for all ages.

Teen Jewish Heritage Night with Miami Heat

Tuesday, Dec 27

American Airlines ArenaHundreds of teens from across South Florida will be heating up the night with Jewish Heritage Night at Miami Heat Arena for an historic event! Pregame, halftime and postgame festivities are all accompanied by kosher arena food.

Project Connect Chanukah Concert

Wednesday, Dec 28 • 4:30–7:30 PM

Join us for an evening of joy, music, and friendship with Project Connect, featuring Dr. Laz and the “Sensations”. Dr. Laz is a talented musician and expert in the field of special education. The “Sensations” is a unique, non-verbal group of individuals each with his/her own special ability.

Mazel Tov Menachem Mendel Scheineron becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Shabbat, Dec 31

Menachem Mendel Scheiner is the son of Rabbi Moshe and Dinie Scheiner.He attends Torah Academy and is in the 7th grade. Mendel enjoys volunteering at Hebrew School and Project Connect. He also likes to assist with the Shabbat youth groups. Mendel enjoys playing sports and reading.

Proud grandparents: Rabbi Meier and Dvorah Chazanow & Rabbi Mordechai and Rivka Scheiner

15th–16thFather and Son Camping TripGrab your hiking boots and sleeping bag for an unforgettable outdoor experience!

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6th–7thMichael Doran Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute in Washington, DC specializing in Middle East security issues and defense policy.

20th–21st Rabbi Steven Weil Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union

Scholars-in-Residence

January 2017

29thAnnual Mega Challah Bake for KidsChildren and families are invited to our Second Annual Mega Challah Bake for Kids. Mix, knead and bake your own delicious Challah!

6th-7thGuest CantorZev Müller

15th FROM 6–9 PM

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Featuring a Kosher Iron Chef Competition with two Palm Beach restaurant chefs

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VayigashShabbat Ends 6:16 PM

Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Steven Weil

Women’s Tehillim GroupWomen’s Tea

Shabbat Youth Group Shemot


Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Avi Weiss

Family MinyanVayechi


Scholar-in-Residence

Slovie WolffBirthday Club for Kids

Yahrzeit Benjamin LegmanShabbat Youth Group

VaeraShabbat Ends 6:50 PM

Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Steven Weil


Yahrzeit Rivka DubinskyYahrzeit Bertram Sternlieb


First Fridays Challah Scholar-in-Residence

Michael DoranAIPAC Shabbat

Guest Cantor Zev Muller Pre-Shabbat Party at Quantum

House with TeensCandle lighting 5:24 PM

Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Avi Weiss

Shabbat Around the World for Teens


Scholar-in-Residence Slovie Wolff

International Holocaust Remembrance Day



Yahrzeit Henry Stern Coffee on Clematis for Teens


Coffee on Clematis for TeensFilm Festival


Happy Birthday Rabbi Moshe Scheiner


Yahrzeit Gertrude RasowskyLadies’ Living Room Learning

Tanya Class

Ladies’ Living Room LearningLunch and Learn

Tanya ClassYahrzeit Elise Neumann – Ingber

Yahrzeit Uziel ChazanowTuesday Torah TopicsTeen Mentor Program

Mommy and Me Tuesday Torah Topics

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Documentary Yahrzeit Samuel B. Goldberg



Father Son Camping Trip

Happy Birthday Rabbi Yossi Dworcan

Yahrzeit Harry Pshoter Tuesday Torah Topics

An Evening of Culinary DelightsHebrew School & MaimonidesPositive Parenting Roundtables

Father Son Camping Trip

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Hebrew School & Maimonides Yahrzeit Maurice Klickstein

Fast Of Tevet 10Fast Begins 5:53 AM

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Hebrew School & MaimonidesMiddle School Program

Hebrew School & Maimonides Mega Challah Bake For Kids


Shana Tova and thanks to the Palm Beach Synagogue and Rabbi Scheiner for your continued support of Ariel University.Join us in February for a Shabbat weekend dedicated to the discovery and renewal of indigenous Israeli wines, with Dr. Elyashiv Drori, who leads a world-class team of researchers in discovering and revitalizing the roots of Israel's ancient biblical wine industry.

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum presentsClaude Lanzmann: Spectres of the ShoahTuesday, Jan 3 • 7 PM

Thirty years after the release of the documentary Shoah, filmmaker Claude Lanzmann discusses the personal and professional difficulties he encountered during the more than 12 years it took to create the work. Lanzmann also discusses his relationships with Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre, and his teenage years spent fighting in the French Resistance during World War II.

First Fridays Challah Group Friday, Jan 6 • 10:30 AM

Caramelized Onion Challah

Scholar-in-Residence: Michael DoranJan 6–Jan 7

Michael Doran is a Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute in Washington, DC specializing in Middle East security issues. Before coming to Hudson, he was a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institute. He has taught at New York University, Princeton University

and the University of Central Florida. Mr. Doran is now completing a book about President Eisenhower and the Middle East.

Guest Cantor: Zev Müller Jan 6–Jan 7

Cantor Zev Müller is well regarded in the cantorial world. He recited the Kel Moleh prayer at the UN General Assembly in commemoration of the Holocaust. In addition to being a cantor, he lectures on Gemara and Halachic topics.

Father and Son Camping Trip Jan 15–Jan 16

Quiet Waters Park401 S Powerline Rd, Deerfield Beach

Roughing it in the great outdoors is always a great experience, but when fathers and sons do it together, it’s truly epic! Grab your hiking boots and sleeping bag because we’ll be sleeping under the stars for this event. And a campfire’s not a campfire without s’mores, so count on us to provide plenty. This promises to be a memorable night for ALL the boys!

More January Programs

Positive Parenting Roundtables Sunday, Jan 15 • 9:45 AM

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind Learn how to educate your child nutritionally and gain long-term tools to foster healthy food choices for the entire family.

Dr. Jerry Ziffer is a Licensed Acupuncture Physician, IBNFC Certified Nutrition Coach, and an ACE Certified Weight Management Coach. He has been in the health education field for 40 years and has a specialization in nutrition based on stabilized blood sugar.

Scholar-in-Residence:Rabbi Steven WeilJan 20–Jan 21

Rabbi Steven Weil is Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union (OU), the umbrella organization for hundreds of Orthodox synagogues in the US and Canada. He is involved with community and synagogue services, outreach, youth

programs through NCSY, education, political action and advocacy for persons with disabilities.

Family Chavurah Thursday, Jan 19 • 7 PM

Middle School Chopped and Jewpardy Game Night!Sunday, Jan 22 • 1–3 PM

Who Will be Chopped?

Combining two TV originals into our own spin-off, teams will compete in preparing delicious meals using an identical ingredient list. At different intervals during the evening, the teams will need to answer a Jewpardy question to avoid being hit with a cooking disadvantage (that uninvited mystery ingredient). After three elimination rounds, the winning team will be revealed!

An Evening of Culinary Delights Sunday, Jan 15 • 6–9 PM

Kosher Iron Chef Competition between two Palm Beach Island Chefs. Enjoy sips, treats and tasters from the cookbook and purchase a copy or three.

Film Festival Honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Thursday, Jan 26 • 7 PM

The Hungarian Holocaust drama Son of Saul tells the tragic story of Saul Auslander, a Jewish Auschwitz inmate forced to work in the Sonderkommando, burning the bodies of murdered fellow prisoners. The story is loosely based on real testimonies of Sonderkommando members. Auslander, played by New York City-based Hungarian poet Géza Röhrig, is gradually driven mad after being ordered to cremate the corpse of a boy he believes to be his son. Directed by László Nemes, the film has won critical acclaim from wall to wall and numerous awards, including the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film.

Mega Challah Bake for Kids Sunday, Jan 29 • 12–2 PM

Children and families are invited to our Second Annual Mega Challah Bake for Kids! Each child will receive an apron, chef’s hat and all the ingredients to make and braid his/her very own Challah! Marvel as the beauty of Shabbat and the mitzvah of Challah come alive through exciting entertainment and activities! As our inaugural Mega Challah Bake proved, this is an event you don’t want to miss!

9thPalm Beach Synagogue Annual Gala Dinner Join PBS to celebrate another incredible year and support our wonderful Synagogue!

10thShabbat Tu B’Shvat From Tzfat to Palm BeachCelebrate Shabbat and Tu B’Shvat with Tzfat Kabbalah Co-Directors Rabbi Eyal & Natalie Riess

24th–25th Nitsana Darshan-Leitner Israeli attorney and human rights activist

4thRabbi Shlomo Riskin Chief Rabbi of Efrat, Israel

Sh’vat–Adar 5777


Scholars-in-Residence26th AT 10:30 AM

Annual Spa for the Soul Women’s Luncheon Stimulate your mind, warm your heart, ignite your soul…

Enjoy an energizing morning of inspiration and celebration.

18thMazel Tov Benjamin Abramowitz


25thMazel Tov Samuel McCoy


February 2017

10th–11thAriel University Shabbaton Danny Dayan, Israeli Consul General and Yehuda Danon, MD, President of Ariel University

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Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Shlomo Riskin

PBS Youth GroupBook Club

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Shabbat Youth GroupBar Mitzvah Benjamin

AbramowitzYitro


Scholars-in-Residence Rabbi Eyal and Natalie Riess

Ariel University Shabbat Family Minyan

Shabbat Tea Tu B’Shevat Beshalach


Samuel McCoy Bar MitzvahCTeen Shabbaton

Scholar-in-Residence Nitsana Darshan-Leitner


Women’s Tehillim Group Mishpatim




Scholars-in-Residence Rabbi Eyal and Natalie Riess

Ariel University Shabbat Shabbat Tu B’Shevat

Seder dinnerCandle lighting 5:51 PM

CTeen ShabbatonScholar-in-Residence Nitsana

Darshan-LeitnerCandle lighting 6:00 PM

First Fridays Challah Group Pre-Shabbat Party at Quantum

House with Teens Candle lighting 5:46 PM


Annual Gala DinnerYahrzeit Gerald Gnoyke

Coffee on Clematis for TeensYahrzeit Ida Pshoter

Yahrzeit Gerald LynnLadies’ Living Room Learning

Tanya Class


Ladies’ Living Room Learning Lunch & Learn

Tanya Class

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Tanya Class Isru Chag

Happy Anniversary Stacey & Michael Lampert


Yahrzeit William KaplanMommy and Me

Tuesday Torah Topics Teen Mentor Program

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Rosh Chodesh Adar

Hebrew School & MaimonidesPositive Parenting Roundtables

Maimonides Mother and Teen Breakfast

Parent WorkshopProject Connect

Yahrzeit Albert Lynn Hebrew School & Maimonides

Project Connect Middle School Program

CTeen Shabbaton Hebrew School & Maimonides

Spa for the SoulMiddle School Program

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First Fridays Challah GroupFriday, Feb 3 • 10:30 AM

Date Walnut Silan Challah

Scholar-in-Residence:Rabbi Shlomo RiskinShabbat, Feb 4

Rabbi Shlomo Riskin was not from a religiously observant family. When he went to Yeshiva of Brooklyn, he was influenced to adopt a more religious life. He became the founding Rabbi of Lincoln Square Synagogue in New York City and was also a leader of

the movement to allow free and unfettered emigration for Soviet Jews in the 60s and 70s. Rabbi Riskin became the first Rabbi of Efrat in 1983, a position he holds today.

Book ClubShabbat, Feb 4 • 1:30 PM

Sacred Trash - The Lost and Found World of the Cairo GenizaAuthors: Peter Cole, Adina Hoffman

This book tells the remarkable story of the Cairo Geniza—a synagogue repository for worn-out texts that was found to contain the most vital cache of Jewish manuscripts ever discovered.

Project ConnectSpecial StepsSundays, Feb 5 & 12 • 1–2 PM

Music and dance bring people together, and this series will be no different! Join us as volunteers lift the arms of our special needs participants and dance arm in arm. Learn the latest choreography from professional teachers and dance to the hip and lively rhythms.

Palm Beach Synagogue Annual Gala DinnerThursday, Feb 9

Please generously support the Synagogue by attending, purchasing journal ads and/or purchasing raffle tickets! The Gala is the main funding-raising event for the Synagogue and supports many of the ongoing programs, classes, lectures, scholars-in-residence, films, holiday parties and guest speakers.

Shabbat Tu B’Shvat From Tzfat to Palm BeachFriday, Feb 10 • After Service

Celebrate Shabbat and Tu B’Shevat with a seder led by International Tzfat Kabbalah Center Directors, Rabbi Eyal and Natalie Riess from our community’s Tzachar Region Partnership City in Israel.

Rabbi Eyal Riess is the Director of the International Tzfat Kabbalah Center which was founded in the city of Tzfat in 2007 by the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. The Center hosts tens of thousands of visitors yearly from around the world for a variety of educational programs, seminars, retreats and lectures, based on authentic Kabbalah and Jewish spirituality. Rabbi Riess has taught Kabbalah for more than two decades in Israel and around the world.

Nathalie Levy Riess, is an acclaimed beauty and transformational coach for women and couples, master lecturer, and creator of the daily inspirational blog Agua Fresca Para el Alma. Nathalie is the director of the “Center for women empowerment” in the holy city of Tzfat, hosting yearly about 2,000 people with workshops, seminars, and one-on-one sessions in English, Spanish and Hebrew.

More February Programs

Ariel University Shabbaton Shabbat, Feb 10–11

Danny Dayan is the Consul General of Israel in New York who represents Israel to communities throughout New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Delaware. He is a regular commentator in the international press and is frequently called upon to participate in public debates and panels at major conferences and universities. From 2007–2013, Amb. Dayanwas Chairman of the Council of Jewish Communities in Judea and Samaria and advocated on behalf of its 400,000 citizens.

Yehuda Danon, M.D. is the President of Ariel University and, through the generosity of the Adelson Family Foundation, is leading the development of its Regional Medical Center and Campus. He founded the Schneider Children’s Hospital which is the first specific children’s hospital in Israel. Dr. Danon also established and is Chairman of the Ministry of Health’s National Council for Children’s Health and Pediatrics.

Shabbat Tea Shabbat, Feb 11 • 2 PM

The Community is invited to a Shabbat tea with Rabbi Eyal and Natalie Riess of the International Tzfat Kabbalah Center at the home of Dinie and Rabbi Scheiner.

Positive Parenting RoundtablesSunday, Feb 12 • 9:45 AM

Feeling Safer in a Scary World: How to Protect our Children from the News Media CoverageDr. Iris Kiner is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist working for Alpert Jewish Family & Children’s Service in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens.

Maimonides Mom and Teen MorningSunday, Feb 12 • 10 AM

On Tu B’shvat, we celebrate and honor all the sustenance we derive from trees. To show our gratitude, moms and teens will get together for breakfast and assemble their own Tu B’Shvat fruit arrangements.

Mazel Tov Benjamin Abramowitzon becoming a Bar MitzvahShabbat, Feb 18

Benjamin Abramowitz is the son of Andrea & Michael Abramowitz. He attends The Conservatory School and is in the 7th grade. Benjamin attends the Palm Beach Synagogue Hebrew School and spends all special Holidays at PBS. He enjoys reading, video games, and playing cello.

Proud grandparents: Elissa & Saul, obm, Terry, and Enid Sealander, obm, and Stephan Abramowitz, obm

CTeen International Shabbaton Feb 24–Feb 26

New York CityThe International CTeen Shabbaton is an annual weekend retreat for Jewish teens from around the world. For the past nine years, thousands of teens have forged new friendships while experiencing a meaningful Shabbat, all in one of the most exciting cities in the world- New York City. Prepare for an unforgettable weekend of excitement, friendship and memories, as well as a weekend of inspiration, Jewish pride and unity.

Mazel Tov Samuel McCoyon becoming a Bar MitzvahShabbat, Feb 18

Samuel Aaron McCoy is the son of Stacey & Aaron McCoy. He attends Franklin Academy and is in the 8th grade. Samuel has been part of the PBS Hebrew School for four years. He was a member of the PBS Boy Scouts and attended Bar Mitzvah Club. He loves playing video games, playing baseball and paintball. Proud grandparents: Sherry Rosenblatt Sampieri, obm, & Peter Sampieri and Loraine & Orrin Snitkin

Scholar-in-Residence:Nitsana Darshan-LeitnerShabbat, Feb 24–25

Nitsana Darshan-Leitner is an Israeli attorney and human rights activist. She has brought numerous legal actions on behalf of terror victims against terrorist groups, their leaders and financial patrons. In 2014, she was named one of the 50 most influential Jews

by The Jerusalem Post.

Middle School Breaking Bread, Breaking BarriersSunday, Feb 26 • 10:30 AM

Bring your friends for an incredible experience as we prepare and serve lunch to the 70 homeless men and women staying at the local homeless shelter, the Senator Philip D. Lewis Center. This program not only nourishes the guests, who are seeking to change their lives, but also educates our middle schoolers and creates awareness about homeless issues in our community.

Annual Spa for the Soul Women’s LuncheonSunday, Feb 26 • 10:30 AM

Enjoy an energizing morning of inspiration and celebration.

Featuring Keynote speaker, Ruchi Koval, founder of the Jewish Experience, author, blogger, motivational speaker and parenting coach.

Honoring Pearl Ginsburg with the “Woman of Distinction Aishet Chayil Award”Invitation and details to follow.

March 2017Adar–Nisan 5777

26th–28thAIPAC Policy Conference Washington DCStrengthen, protect and promote the U.S.-Israel relationship


4thMazel Tov Evan Sikes on becoming a Bar Mitzvah!

17th-18thGuest CantorGideon Y. Zelermyer Chazzan of Congregation Sha’ar Hashamayim, Montreal, Canada.

3rd–4th Dr. Mordechai Kedar Israeli scholar of Arabic literature and a lecturer at Bar-Ilan University.


11thAnnual Purim PartyMegillah Reading 7:30 PM Masquerade Party and Dinner 8:30 PM

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Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Mordechai Kedar Shabbat Youth Group

Bar Mitzvah Evan SikesTerumah


Cantor Gideon Zelermyer Shabbat Youth Group

Happy Birthday Philip SternKi Tisa


Guest Speaker Dr. Charles Jacobs

Family MinyanBook Club

Annual Purim PartyTetzaveh


AIPAC High School Summit Yahrzeit Bessie FrankShabbat Youth GroupBirthday Club for Kids

Women’s Tehillim GroupVayakhel-Pekudei


Cantor Gideon Zelermyer Pre-Shabbat Party at Traditions

with Teens Candle lighting 7:12 PM

Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Mordechai Kedar


First Fridays Challah GroupYahrzeit Jacob Frank


Happy Birthday Sara KlompusCandle lighting 6:08 PM

AIPAC High School Summit Yahrzeit Charles Silverman


Family Shabbat Dinner Candle lighting 7:19 PM



Yahrzeit Samuel A. OsherowFast Of Esther

Fast Begins 5:23 AM Fast Ends 6:50 PM


Coffee on Clematis for TeensGuest speaker Dr. David Dalin


Yahrzeit Ruth Regenbaum

Ladies’ Living Room Learning Tanya Class


Happy Anniversary Rabbi & Dinie Scheiner

Ladies’ Living Room Learning Tanya Class

Ladies’ Living Room Learning Lunch & Learn

Tanya Class

Tuesday Torah TopicsTeen Mentor Program

Mommy and Me Tuesday Torah Topics


AIPAC High School Summit AIPAC Policy Conference

Yahrzeit Virginia Honan Rosh Chodesh Nisan

Happy Birthday Malka Scheiner

AIPAC High School SummitAIPAC Policy Conference

Yahrzeit Shlomo Posner

Megillah ReadingHebrew School Purim

Trolley RideTeen Purim Party Bus

Purim Daylight saving time begins

Hebrew School & MaimonidesPositive Parenting Rountables

Yahrzeit Charles Aronson

AIPAC High School Summit AIPAC Policy Conference

Yahrzeit Elli Gnoyke


More March Programs

First Fridays Challah GroupFriday, Mar 3 • 10:30 AM

Marzipan Almond Challah

Scholar-in-Residence: Dr. Mordechai KedarShabbat, Mar 3–4

Dr. Mordechai Kedar is an Israeli scholar of Arabic literature and an Assistant Professor at Bar-Ilan University. His expertise is in the area of Israeli/Arab populations. He drew wide public attention with his al-Jazeera interview during which he

challenged the moderator’s assertion that “you cannot erase Jerusalem from the Quran,” by pointing out that Jerusalem is not mentioned in the Quran.

Generously sponsored by Bonnie & Steven Stern

Mazel Tov Evan SIkes on becoming a Bar MitzvahShabbat, Mar 4

Evan Sikes, son of Eric Sikes and Tara & Scott Blick, is a 7th grader at Omni Middle School. He learned the importance of living a Torah and Mitzvah life at the PBS Hebrew School. He loves all sports, school and family.

Proud Grandparents: Ruth & Stu Sikes, Stephania Bakotic, Marlene Sikes, obm

Autism Speaks Walk with Project ConnectSunday, Mar 5

Meyer Ampitheater105 Evernia St, West Palm Beach

Autism Speaks Walk is an inspirational opportunity to raise much-needed awareness and funds to help change the future for all those who struggle with autism. Children with special needs, Project Connect volunteers and YAD Hebrew School will walk together as a team. The event begins and culminates in a fun day with a resource fair and an array of exciting activities for the families. Join us at our tent for delicious snacks and an awesome Photo Booth!

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Positive Parenting Roundtables Sunday, Mar 5 • 10 AM

Understanding Power Struggles: Improving Communication with Your ChildrenDr. Arielle Burdo is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist working for Alpert Jewish Family & Children’s Service in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens and Lake Worth.

Book Club Shabbat, Mar 11 • 1:30 PM

All Who Go Do Not ReturnAuthor: Shulem Deen

A moving and revealing exploration of ultra-Orthodox Judaism and one man’s loss of faith. He is now a heretic and fears being discovered and ostracized from the only world he knows. His life of deception causes him to struggle to hold on to those

he loves the most - his five children. In All Who Go Do Not Return, Deen bravely traces his harrowing loss of faith while offering a look at a highly secretive world.

Annual Purim Party Shabbat, Mar 11

Arrive incognito and join us for a Masquerade Party and Seudah that you will never forget! You haven’t really experienced Purim until you celebrate at Palm Beach Synagogue!

Generously sponsored by Vanessa & Anthony Beyer

Kids’ Purim Trolley RideSunday, Mar 12 • 10 AM

Celebrate Purim in style this year! We are going door-to-door delivering Shalach Manot (food gifts). We’ll canvass Palm Beach Island in a stretch limo, fulfilling the mitzvah and spreading the joy of the Purim holiday!

Teen Purim Party Bus Sunday, Mar 12 • 10:30 AM

Dress up and jump onto the party bus for an awesome Purim experience. We are going door-to-door delivering Shalach Manot (food gifts) and Purim cheer to our special friends from Project Connect!

Guest Cantor: Gideon Y. ZelermyerShabbat, Mar 17–18

Gideon Y. Zelermyer is a graduate of the Tel Aviv Cantorial Institute. He has officiated on numerous occasions at Shabbat and Festival services at the Jerusalem Great Synagogue,

and has made frequent appearances as the soloist with their Choir. Since 2004, Cantor Zelermyer has been the Chazzan at Congregation Sha’ar Hashamayim in Montreal.

Family Chavurah Thursday, Mar 23 • 8 PM

AIPAC High School Summit Mar 24–28

The AIPAC High School Summit provides student leaders with the tools they need to be effective advocates within the political arena. Participants are exposed to proven methods of articulating their commitment to Israel, the importance of engaging members of and candidates for Congress, and ways of effectively making the case for a strong U.S.-Israel relationship.

AIPAC Policy Conference Mar 26–28

Join the Palm Beach Synagogue delegation at AIPAC’s Policy Conference held in Washington, D.C., led by Rabbi Moshe Scheiner. Hear from top leaders whose decisions shape the future of our world. Come together with thousands of pro-Israel activists and congregants from all 50 states. Lobby members of Congress on critical legislation affecting the US-Israel relationship. Let’s put PBS over the top in attendance at this conference in Washington, DC.

Register on-line: www.aipac.org/pc Registration Desk: 202-639-5363

In addition to the AIPAC registration fee, participants are responsible for their own hotel accommodations.

Guest Speaker: Dr. David DalinThursday, Mar 30, 7 PM

Dr. David Dalin, a widely published scholar of American Jewish history, has taught at several universities. He serves as a member of the Academic Advisory Council of the American Jewish Historical Society and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Palm Beach county region of the American Jewish Committee. Dr. Dalin’s new book, The Jewish Justices of the Supreme Court, from Brandeis to Kagan will be published in March, 2017.

Family Shabbat Dinner Friday, Mar 31

Families with children are invited for a traditional Shabbat meal which combines top-notch food, meaningful insights into the Torah portion and programs and games for the whole family to enjoy. Expect lots of singing too!

10th–18thPassover at Palm Beach Synagogue 5777This year celebrate with your Palm Beach Synagogue Family!

April 2017Nisan–Iyyar 5777

19th–May 3March of the LivingJoin Rabbi Moshe Scheiner, Rabbi Yosef Rice and fellow community members on this once-in-a- lifetime transformative trip to Poland and Israel! March of the Living itself is a 3-kilometer walk from Auschwitz to Birkenau as a silent tribute to all the victims of the Holocaust.


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on becoming a Bar Mitzvah! 29thMazel Tov Kim Cornell

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Shabbat Youth Group Vayikra


Shabbat Youth GroupBook Club

Passover V (CH”M)Shabbat Ends 8:34 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 4

Family MinyanTzav


March of the Living Bar Mitzvah Samuel Siemens

Shabbat Youth GroupWomen’s Tehillim Group

Yahrzeit Nanette Jankelowitz Shmini

Shabbat Ends 8:38 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 11

March of the Living Bat Mitzvah Kim Cornell


Tazria-MetzoraShabbat Ends 8:41 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 18

Passover IV (CH”M) Candle lighting 7:26 PM

Sefirat HaOmer Day 3



March of the Living Pre-Shabbat Party at Traditions

with TeensCandle lighting 7:29 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 10

March of the Living Candle lighting 7:33 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 17

Passover III (CH”M)Sefirat HaOmer Day 2

Yahrzeit Bertha Klickstein Coffee on Clematis for Teens

March of the Living Sefirat HaOmer Day 9

March of the Living Yahrzeit Jaques Ingber

Rosh Chodesh IyarSefirat HaOmer Day 16

Holiday Youth Group Passover II

Holiday Ends 8:33 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 1

Yahrzeit Gertrude KeuschTanya Class

Yahrzeit Dr. Robert WagnerMarch of the Living



March of the Living Ladies’ Living Room Learning

Tanya ClassRosh Chodesh Iyar


Passover Seder Yahrzeit Bruno Gnoyke

Holiday Youth Group Passover I


Mommy and Me Tuesday Torah TopicsTeen Mentor Program

Holiday Youth Group Passover VIII

Holiday Ends 8:36 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 7

March of the Livinguesday Torah Topics


Passover Seder Ta’anit Bechorot

(Fast of the First Born)Eat chometz 11:13 AM

Burn chometz 12:17 PM Erev Passover


Holiday Youth Group Passover VII

Candle lighting 8:35 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 6

March of the Living Name Reading CeremonyYom HaShoah (Holocaust

Memorial Day) Sefirat HaOmer Day 13

Search for chometz at 8:05 pm

Hebrew School & Maimonides Pesach Extravaganza

Middle School Program

Passover VI (CH”M)Shabbat Ends 7:27 PM


March of the Living Holocaust Evening of Commemoration

Hebrew School & Maimonides Kids in the Kitchen


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Hebrew School & MaimonidesHappy Birthday Eli Dworcan

Yahrzeit Ruth Lynn Sefirat HaOmer Day 19


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Fresh & Silk FlowersJacqueline & Robert Walsh—Floral Designers

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Passover ExtravaganzaSunday, Apr 2 • 11 AM

There are so many unique, once-a-year traditions associated with the Passover holiday. The PBS Kids’ Pesach Extravaganza will get you educated and excited to do them all! Take part in the Matzah Bakery where you actually make your own matzah by hand. And the highlight is definitely the student-led Model Seder. We will have all the Passover delicacies on hand, though some may think bitter herbs is hardly a treat. Work off the food you eat by making your way through the challenging Ten Plagues obstacle course. No better way to celebrate freedom!

Middle School Scavenger Hunt Sunday, Apr 2 • 1:30–3:30 PM

Middle schoolers from Palm Beach, Boca Raton and Boynton Beach will meet at The Boca Town Center Shopping Mall for a scavenger hunt. Each team will be given several challenges to compete for points. The team with the most points will be declared the winner!

PassoverFeb 10–Feb 17

A special Passover packet will be mailed with details on times of services, meals, pricing, and special instructions for Passover observance. All holiday meals require advanced registration.

Community SedersMonday, Apr 10 & Tuesday, Apr 11 Passover LunchesTuesday, Apr 11 & Wednesday, Apr 12 Passover Shabbat DinnerFriday, Apr 14 Kiddush Shabbat Passover LuncheonShabbat, Apr 15 Passover Yom Tov DinnerSunday, Apr 16 & Monday, Apr 17 Passover Yom Tov LunchesMonday, Apr 17 & Tuesday, Apr 18

Book ClubShabbat, Apr 15 • 1:30 PM

Out of the Depths: An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis

Authors: Edgar Harrell and Daid Harrell

A WWII Hero’s Miraculous Survival at Sea July 30, 1945. After transporting uranium for the atomic bomb that would soon be dropped on Hiroshima, the USS Indianapolis headed unaccompanied toward a small island in the South Pacific. At

12:14 a.m., she was struck by two Japanese torpedoes, rolled over, and sank. Marine survivor Edgar Harrell vividly describes the horrors of being plagued by dehydration, exposure, saline poisoning, and sharks.

March of the Living Apr 19–May 3

This year PBS teens will be joining the March of the Living trip, a 2-week international, educational program bringing Jewish juniors and seniors from all over the world to Poland on Yom Hashoah, (Holocaust Memorial Day), to march from Auschwitz to Birkenau, the largest concentration camp complex built during World War II, and then to Israel to observe Yom HaZikaron (Israel Memorial Day), and Yom Ha’Atzmaut, (Israel Independence Day).Among the goals of the March of the Living is for these young people to learn the lessons of the Holocaust and to lead the Jewish people into the future vowing “Never Again!”

More April Programs

Mazel Tov Samuel Siemens on becoming a Bar MitzvahShabbat, Apr 22

Samuel Walter Siemens is the son of Lisa & Rob Siemens. He attends the Donna Klein Jewish Academy and is in the 7th grade.He regularly attends Shabbat services and enjoys the PBS holiday events such as Sukkot, Simchat Torah, and the Chanukah on Ice Parties. Samuel’s hobbies are playing basketball, baseball, and soccer.

Proud grandparents: Monique & William Matheson and Carole & Richard Siemens

Kids in the Kitchen Sundays, Apr 23 & 30 • 1–3 PM

Grades: 3-7

For all our budding chefs and gourmandes, if you love to eat or get busy in the kitchen, then Kids in the Kitchen Club is for you! Roll up your sleeves and be ready to learn how to cook, bake and decorate fabulous and delicious foods from our in-house professional baker and cook Jaffa Halfon! Deliciousness guaranteed!

Yom Ha’shoah Apr 23–Apr 24

Evening of CommemorationSunday, Apr 23 • 7 PMFeatured film and speaker.

Names Reading CeremonyMonday, Apr 24

8:00 AM | Commemoration begins with Shacharit

9:00 AM | Names Reading Ceremony of the names of those who perished (9½ hours of continuous reading)

6:30 PM | Minch/Ma’ariv

“Reading the names of men, women, and children killed by the Nazis and their collaborators is a powerful way to remember these individuals.”

Palm Beach Synagogue encourages all to come, listen, and participate in the Names Reading Ceremony.

Co-Chaired by Tara Pearl & Berny Rasowsky

Mazel Tov Kim Cornell on becoming a Bat MitzvahShabbat, Apr 29

Kim Elizabeth Cornell is the daughter of Lila and George Cornell. She is in 7th Grade at BAK Middle School of The Arts. Kim has attended the PBS Hebrew School for many years. Her hobbies and school major are singing and Broadway acting.

Proud grandparents: Gital & Nissim Galman, obm, and Gloria & George Cornell Jr.

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Women’s Chodesh GroupWomen are invited to an Art, Wine & Cheese tasting at Uptown Art in celebration of Shavuot.

13th AT 12 PM

Mother’s Day Shabbat CelebrationEnd of Season KiddushJoin us as we honor all Mothers on this special Shabbat.

Iyyar–Sivan 5777

26th–28thFamily ShabbatonBack by popular demand! An exciting get-a-way Shabbat experience for families with children.



30th–June 1Raizi Chechik

A frequent and beloved scholar at Palm

Beach Synagogue.

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Lag B’OmerCelebrate Lag B’Omer with your Palm Beach Synagogue family and friends.

May 2017

30th–June 1 ShavuotAnnual Community Dairy Dinner, 10 Commandments, 10 Member Presentations, Gelato Ice Cream and Blitz Bar, All-Night-Learning with Community Scholars, Evan’s Cereal Bar and lots more!

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Happy Birthday Michael LampertShabbat Youth Group

Arhrei Mot-KedoshimShabbat Ends 8:45 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 25

Happy Birthday Dinie ScheinerWomen’s Tehillim Group

Behar- BechukotaiShabbat Ends 8:53 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 39

Family MinyanEnd of Season Kiddush

EmorShabbat Ends 8:4 PM


Family Shabbaton Bamidbar

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Pre-Shabbat Party Traditions with Teens

Happy Birthday Uziel ScheinerYahrzeit Sidney Ross


First Fridays Challah GroupPre-Shabbat Party at Quantum

House with TeensCandle lighting 7:37 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 24

Shabbat Around the World for Teens


Family ShabbatonHappy Birthday Ashley Szoke

Rosh Chodesh SivanCandle lighting 7:48 PMSefirat HaOmer Day 45

Project Connect Volunteer Appreciation Party


Coffee on Clematis for TeensSefirat HaOmer Day 23





March of the Living Ladies’ Living Room Learning

Tanya Class Sefirat HaOmer Day 22


Pesach SheniSefirat HaOmer Day 29

Ladies’ Living Room LearningLunch & Learn

Tanya ClassYom Yerushalayim


Reading of the 10 Commandments

Scholar-in-Residence Raizi Chechik

Shavuot ICandle lighting 8:59 PM

Tuesday Torah TopicsMiddle School Program Sefirat HaOmer Day 35

March of the Living Mommy and Me

Tuesday Torah Topics Yom HaAtzmaut


Tuesday Torah TopicsTeen Mentor Program


Tuesday Torah TopicsWomen’s Chodesh Group


Annual Shavuot Community Dinner

Scholar-in-Residence Raizi Chechik Erev Shavuot



March of the Living Yom HaZikaron




Happy Birthday David LampertSefirat HaOmer Day 48

Hebrew School & MaimonidesLag B’omer Event

Lag B’OmerSefirat HaOmer Day 33

Hebrew School & MaimonidesBubby Buddies

Project Connect CelebrationSefirat HaOmer Day 26

Yahrzeit Louis RubinsztejnHebrew School Graduation Maimonides Merit Awards


Family ShabbatonSefirat HaOmer Day 47


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More May Programs

Yom HaZikaron Yom Ha’AtzmautFrom Commemoration to CelebrationMay 1–May 2

Monday, May 1, 8 PMPalm Beach Synagogue commemorates Yom HaZikaron with a special film from our film festival.Tuesday, May 2, 8 AMCelebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut with a light breakfast and a surprise speaker.

First Fridays Challah Group Friday, May 5 • 10:30 AM

Lavender Chocolate Challah

Bubby BuddiesSunday, May 7 • 12:30–2:30 PM

Project Connect Celebration Friday, May 7 • 1:30 PM

Downtown at The Gardens11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Palm Beach GardensJoin us as we celebrate another year of friendship and fun with Project Connect. All our wonderful participants will enjoy the merry-go round, Cool Beans Cafe, train ride, pottery, picnic, ice-cream and more. Everyone will love every minute!

Mother’s Day End of Season Shabbat CelebrationShabbat, May 13 • 12 PM

Join us as we honor the Mothers in our lives. Whether it is Bubbe, Tanta, Nana, Mom, Mum, or Mother, tell her you love her on Mother’s Day.

9 AM: Services 11 AM: Special tributes and prayers for

Mother’s Day by Rabbi Moshe Scheiner

12 PM :Kiddush Luncheon

Lag B’Omer Sunday, May 14 • 12:30 PM

PBS celebrates Lag B’Omer with an outdoor family fun day. The whole community is invited to participate in water sports, archery, relay races and a delicious barbeque.Venue to be announced.

Generously sponsored by Steven Strulowitz

Lag B’Omer Mega Teen Event Sunday, May 14 • 7:30 PM

Hundreds of teens across S. Florida will be coming together for an extraordinary Lag B’Omer celebration! Bonfire, roasted marshmallows, delicious barbeque dinner, fireworks, music and more to create the Best Teen Lag B’omer Party in South Florida history!

Middle School: The Blind Side Tuesday, May 16 • 6–8 PM

Through this interactive and educational program, our middle schoolers will take a guided tour of the synagogue and their surroundings blindfolded. A blind guest-speaker from Lighthouse for the Blind will then share “the picture of blindness.” The program not only inspires an appreciation for the faculties we are fortunate enough to possess, it also inspires an admiration for those special people who live strong despite their handicap.

Project Connect Volunteer Appreciation EveningThursday, May 18 • 7 PM

This special event is to show appreciation and support to our terrific devoted Project Connect Teen volunteers. We salute our teens for a year of selflessness and devotion. Hats off to you all!

Hebrew School Graduation CelebrationSunday, May 21 • 11 AM

Join us for a graduation performance by the students of the Hebrew School celebrating another incredible year of fun Torah learning! Lunch is served.

Maimonides LeadershipInstitute Merit AwardsPresentationSunday, May 21 • 11 AM

Join us as we honor dozens of teens who have spent much of their time over the course of this year studying Torah. Hear from the teens about the impact the Eugene and Ethel Joffe Maimonides Institute has made on their lives and Jewish identities. Special merit award presentations. Lunch is served.

Women’s Chodesh Group Thursday, May 23 • 7 PM

Uptown Art 510 Evernia Street, West Palm Beach Create your own unique floral artistic masterpiece for Shavuot and enjoy a social art, wine and cheese evening with friends. 561- 899-3980. Cost: $25

Family Shabbaton May 26–May 28

Back by popular demand! Families are invited to come together for this Shabbat getaway hosted in a beautiful hotel, in keeping with the beauty of Shabbat. There will be awesome programs for kids, informative and inspiring classes for parents and plenty of time for families to bond!

Shavuot May 30–June 1

Tuesday, May 30Shavuot EveningAnnual Community Dairy Dinner10 Dairy Dishes and Desserts.10 Members Present the 10 Commandments in 60 MinutesFollowed by All-Night-Learning with Synagogue Scholars.Scholar-in-Residence Ms. Raizi Chechik.

4th Annual Evan’s Cereal BarEnjoy a delicious array of your favorite cereals, toppings and milk at Evan’s Cereal Bar open all night and morning. In memory of Evan Kaufman, obm, beloved son of Maxine Kaufman.

Wednesday, May 31Shavuot Reading of the 10 Commandments and a super, special sundae party for adults and kids.

Thursday, June 1Shavuot

Scholar-in-Residence: Raizi ChechikThursday, May 30 • 9 PM

Ms. Raizi Chechik is a Principal at the Stella K. Abraham High School in Hewlett, New York. Ms. Chechik studied Tanach and Counseling at the Michlala Jerusalem Teachers College and

holds an MA in Medieval Jewish History. As a veteran educator, Ms. Chechik developed curricular materials for the Sephardic Studies Institute at the City University of New York, serves as a mentor for the Principal’s Partnership at YU, and is the recipient of numerous awards and honors.

Generously sponsored by Nini Krever and Dr. Eric Weiner

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First Fridays Challah GroupBraids, Shapes and S’mores ChallahLearn to bake Dinie’s scrumptious challah recipe, including techniques for shapes & braids. Schools are out—bring the kids!

1stShavuot 2nd DayShavuot Services, Yizkor Service and Youth Groups followed by a special Shavuot Kiddush Luncheon.

June 2017Sivan–Tamuz 5777

13thMiddle School Busch Gardens

Join Emtza of Southern NCSY on this amazing year-end celebration at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay which has the most exhilarating world-class roller

coasters, live shows and more than 12,000 animals! Enjoy the ultimate theme park experience with your middle school friends and other Jewish middle schoolers from

the NCSY Southern region!


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Book ClubThe Marriage of OppositesAuthor: Alice Hoffman

Set on the island of St. Thomas, this is a forbidden love story of Rachel, the woman who gave birth to painter Camille Pissarro, the father of Impressionism. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Dovekeepers and The Museum of Extraordinary Things, this book showcases the beloved Alice Hoffman at the height of her considerable powers.

24th Mazel Tov David Erulker on becoming a Bar Mitzvah!

David Samuel Erulker is the son of Rena and Joshua Erulker. David is in the 7th grade at the Arthur I. Meyer Jewish Academy. He enjoys art and playing basketball.

Proud Grandparents: Jonathan Erulkar, obm & Evelyn Erulkar and Rachel and Jacob Reuben

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Book ClubShabbat Youth Group

NassoShabbat Ends 9:00 PM

Shabbat Youth GroupYahrzeit David Frank

Sh’lachShabbat Ends 9:05 PM

Women’s Tea Shabbat Youth Group

Beha’alotchaShabbat Ends 9:03 PM

Bar Mitzvah David ErulkerShabbat Youth Group

Women’s Tehillim GroupRosh Chodesh Tamuz

KorachShabbat Ends 9:07 PM

Happy Anniversary Rabbi Yossi and Sarah Dworcan




First Fridays Challah GroupCandle lighting 7:55 PM



Yahrzeit Robert Honan

YizkorShavuot II

Holiday Ends 8:59 PM

Yahrzeit Idesa RubinsztejnYahrzeit Zeev Rubinsztejn

Yahrzeit Shoshanah RubinsztejnTanya Class

Tanya Class

Yahrzeit Theodore Rossen Yisroel ben Joseph

Tanya Class

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Middle School Busch GardensTuesday Torah Topics



Tuesday Torah TopicsRosh Chodesh Tamuz


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16th–25thJewish Women’s Renaissance Project’s Momentum Trip to Israel!Join hundreds of women from around the globe for a trip of a lifetime! Inspire a Mom, inspire the world!

4th–13thPalm Beach Synagogue Community Israel Trip!Discover Israel like you’ve never experienced it with Rabbi and Dinie!

Tamuz–Av 5777

29th AT 1:30 PM

Book ClubUnderground in Berlin: A Young Woman’s Extraordinary Tale of Survival in the Heart of Nazi GermanyAuthor: Marie Jalowicz Simon

Told with unflinching honesty, this story gives an unparalleled glimpse into what it truly means to be human.


31st–Aug 1stTisha B’AvThe fast begins Monday night, July 31 at 8:08 PM. We recite Megilat Eicha (Book of Lamentations) at 8:45 PM followed by a Video Presentation.

July 2017

Fast Begins 8:08 PMErev Tisha B’Av

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Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project’s Momentum Trip to

Israel! Women’s Tehillim Group

Matot-MaseiShabbat Ends 9:02 PM

Book Club


Community Israel TripHappy Birthday Sarah Dworcan



Israel!Candle lighting 7:55 PM

Community Israel Trip



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Community Israel Trip Fast Of Tammuz 17

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Israel! Yahrzeit Marilyn Lampert

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1stTisha B’AvShacharit • 8:15 AMVideo Presentation • 6:00 PMMincha/Ma’ariv • 7:45 PMThe fast ends at 8:33 PMThere will be a light break-the-fast at the Synagogue

Generously sponsored by Sandy & Rick Smith

Av–Elul 5777

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Book ClubRashi’s Daughters: Miriam Author: Maggie Anton

The engrossing historical story of Miriam, Rashi’s daughter, the lively and daring middle child of Salomon ben Isaac, the great Talmudic authority living in eleventh-century Troyes, France. Having no sons, he teaches his daughters the intricacies of Mishnah and Gemara in an era when educating women in Jewish scholarship was unheard of.


August 2017

Registration for Hebrew School and Maimonides open!

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Happy Birthday Devorah WeinerVaetchanan


Parashat ShoftimShabbat Ends 8:35 PM

EikevShabbat Ends 8:48 PM

Book ClubShabbat Ends 7:34 pm





Happy Birthday Traci Szoke

Yahrzeit Robert Half

Tanya Class

Yahrzeit Louis Sternlieb

Tanya Class

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Yahrzeit Jerry Menchel Tanya Class


Fast of the 9th of AvFast Ends 8:33 PM

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Tuesday Torah TopicsRosh Chodesh Elul


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Yahrzeit Esther Shirley Goldberg-GoldmanYahrzeit Stanley Teitler


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29th–30thYom Kippur


September 2017

21st AT 6:15 PM

Tashlich on the Beach

Hebrew School & Maimonides Begins

Seminole Avenue and North Ocean Boulevard Join us for our annual Tashlich on the Beach Service.

Special Children’s Beach Party!

High Holidays5778

Start the New Year on a high note and join the Palm Beach Synagogue community for

inspiring and meaningful High Holiday Services with Rabbi Moshe Scheiner.

Interactive and exciting Youth and Teen Services. Delicious Community

Holiday Meals.

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Happy Birthday Moriel WeinerLeil Selichot

Nitzavim-VayeilechShabbat Ends 8:12 PM

Ki TavoShabbat Ends 8:20 PM

Ha’AzinuShabbat Ends 8:04 PM

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Rosh Hashanah II Candle lighting 6:57 PM

Kol Nidre Candle lighting/Fast Begins

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Tashlich on the Beach Rosh Hashanah 5778


Tanya Class

Tanya Class

Erev Rosh HashanaCandle lighting 7:00 PM



First Day of Hebrew School and Maimonides

Happy Birthday Stacey Lampert

Hebrew School and Maimonides

High Holiday Extravaganza

Fast Of GedaliahFast Begins 5:57 AM

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Building FundHonor or memorialize a loved one or a family member with an everlasting dedication in the Palm Beach Synagogue. Your legacy will provide for a Jewish tomorrow. All gifts will be recognized on a distinctive Tribute Wall. Donations may be paid over five years.

Building Fund OpportunitiesChildren’s ResourceClassroom (1) ............$50,000Security System ........$25,000Talit Rack....................$18,000Mezuzah (11) .............$1,800Seats in the Sanctuary (90)...... ..$1,000

THANK YOU—Palm Beach Synagogue Thanks Our Generous Building Benefactors

BuildingRonnie & Samuel, obm, Heyman

SanctuaryThe Robert M. Beren Foundation

Social HallLaura & Lee Munder

LibraryIsrael Henry Beren Charitable Trust—Robert M. Beren, Trustee

Education CenterEthel & Adolph Beren, obmGiovana & Abe Haruvi

Children’s Computerized LibraryWilliam Langfan

Aron HakodeshThe Aryeh Family

Sanctuary FoyerThe Robert M. Beren Foundation

BimahJan Mitchell, obm

Main Entrance GalleryFiona & Michael Scharf

Rabbi’s StudyMichelle Stein-Shaviv

Double Main Entrance WindowsEileen Berman

Artistic Sanctuary WindowsBernice & Morton, obm, BrownsteinCarol & David FeinbergCharlotte, obm & Sidney FeuersteinMaria & Joel Finkle, obmTaubman Kalisman FamilyKaren & Robert Keats-KatzFiona & Michael ScharfSylvia Shulman, obmJudy & Edward, obm SteinbergGayle & Armond WaxmanMichelle Stein-Shaviv

Social Hall WindowsNina Feldman, obmJoseph Feldman

MechitzaFrida Riederman

Prayer Preparation RoomJanet & Ken Schur

Hand Washing StationBarbara T. R. Zimet

Sanctuary MenorahsAnonymous

Air Conditioning SystemFiona & Michael Scharf

Parochet (Ark Curtain)The Aryeh Family

Double Social Hall Washing StationsLola, obm, & Alan Weisfeld

Ner TamidCharlotte, obm & Sidney FeuersteinCarol & Martin Goldenberg

Prayer Book CaseMichelle & Stanley JacobsonAnita NeimanKaren Robinson

Amud-Cantor PodiumJerilyn & Ken Kronen

Main Entrance MezuzahLynn Brodsky

Sanctuary MezuzahSteven Strulowitz

Sanctuary Speaker PodiumHarris S. Fried

Administrative OfficeRochelle & David Hirsch

Reception WindowSandy & Rick Smith

KitchenRegina Wang-Baumann. obm

ClassroomsJay BauerGiovana & Abe HaruviThe Mortimer J. Propp Endowment for Orthodox Jewish Education

East FaçadeMichelle Stein-Shaviv

Main Entrance Way DoorsMichele & Lawrence Beyer

Photo Artwork in HallwayMarcy & Bill ForsterGiovana & Abe Haruvi

Porthole Window Above EntranceNini Krever & Eric Weiner

Audio Visual HookupBonnie & Donald Dwares

Torah Table CoverJoan & Bernard Shapiro

Page Number StandNancy & Stefan Richter

MezuzotMeryl & Freddy AvniAmy & Larry BernsteinTami & Jim BaldingerLimor & Robert BriskinShmuel Bar-OrKilmeny & Michael ChernysSheila & Edward CohenNadine & Herbert, obm, EcksteinEsta & Milton, obm Goldfine Susan & Evan Goldstein

Jerome KaufmanSherry & Michael KatzGloria & Harvey KaylieJeanne & Joshua Kieval (3)Rebecca & David KnollStacey & Michael LampertCaron & Sheldon RegenbaumChana & Gary SalinsIsrael SuttonDinie & Rabbi Moshe ScheinerCarol Ann & Herbert SternliebSandy WattsEsther & Alan WilliamsCarol & Steven Winig

Sanctuary SeatsBlanche BankBrooke & Jay BergerRuth & Milton BirnbaumSheryl & Tommy DavidoffNina Feldman, obmMarjorie FinkLinda & Daniel FortierJim GawronHelen Goodfriend, obmGiovana & Abe HaruviEvelyn HenisRosemarie & David KanterSarah KaplanJerome S. KaufmanGerda LevyRichard LynnPhyllis Garner-Rombro & Morris, obm, RombroAnita & Larry, obm, SteinMichelle Stein-ShavivNancy & Murray Steinfeld

General Building DonationsFran & Herb AlexanderMoshe Amram, obmHoward AmsterPhyllis AronsonTami & Jim BaldingerKaren & Ilan BerknerBatzion & William BermanGloria & Isaac BermanElaine BudningRhoda & David ChaseClara CohenWilliam DiamondNadine EcksteinNeil EfronJanie & Robert FisherNina Feldman, obmLori GelobterLori & Bruce GendelmanMichelle GinsbergPearl GinsburgJill & Avie GlazerLinda & Malcom, obm GlazerAnne GoldRenae & Edward GoldbergTamra GouldHana & Allan GreenHelen Gross

Sara & Henry HararyMaurice HararyGiovana & Abe HaruviNechemia IchilovGayle & Michael KalismanKaren & Robert KeatsJeanne & Joshua KievalLynn & Charles KramerGabrielle & Sanford, obm KuvinSusan & Peter LandeSharon & Jay LernerSeth LeventhalGerda LevyKate LevyPaul LevyHelene & David LiebermanLucille Lowenstein, obmFrederick LurieDee Fried & Marvin MarksEsther OphirMartin PerlmanOrly & Christopher PopikMortimer J. Propp Endowment For Orthodox Jewish EducationNancy & Stefan RichterGail & Sheldon SalzmanCarole & Alvin SchragisRon SchwartzDebbie & David ShapiroSandra & Rick SmithPamela StonemanNini Krever & Eric WeinerShirley & Robert, obm WynerLinda & Al WinickSherri ZandSusan & A. Robert Zeff

Synagogue House DonorsHoward AmsterRobert BerenEileen Berman & Jay BauerPeter BernonWilma & Stuart BernsteinBonnie & Donald DwaresLori & Joseph FeldmanLinda GlazerHana & Allan GreenTamra F. GouldRonnie HeymanRochelle & David HirschDarcie Glazer & Joel KassewitzRobert KraftWilliam LangfanSondra & David MackFiona & Michael ScharfBonnie & Steven SternThe Taubman Foundation

“Those Who Provide for the Needs of the Community—May the Holy One, Blessed Be He, Give Them Their Reward.” -Shabbat Service Prayer

Chai SocietyPalm Beach Synagogue thanks the following donors for sustaining annual membership gifts of $18,000 or more:

Eileen Berman & Jay BauerRobert M. Beren Vanessa & Anthony BeyerCarol & David FeinbergThe Heyman FamilyWilliam LangfanFiona & Michael ScharfMichelle & Paul Shaviv

Minyan SocietyPalm Beach Synagogue thanks the following donors for sustaining annual membership gifts of $10,000 or more:Angela & Joel GlazerBryan GlazerLinda GlazerShari & Edward GlazerGiovana & Abe HaruviSondra & David MackJoAnn & Martin PerlmanBonnie & Steven Stern

Yad SocietyPalm Beach Synagogue thanks the following donors for sustaining annual membership gifts of $5,000 or more:Lainie & Victor BarnettRuth & Theodore BaumRochelle & David HirschKaren & Robert KeatsLeelee & Adam KimmelRobert KraftPetra & Stephen LevinSteven StrulowitzRonna & William TanenbaumJudith & Morry Weiss

Membership$ 18,000 : Chai Society$ 10,000 : Minyan Society$ 5,000 : Yard Society$ 1,400 : Couples/Family$ 1,000 : Single$ 360 : Single (under 40)

Please contact Amy Szoke, Synagogue Administrator, if you wish to become a member.

Palm Beach Synagogue • 120 North County Road, Palm Beach, Florida 33480 • 561 838 9002 • [email protected] • palmbeachsynagogue.org

This Program Calendar is graciously co-sponsored by

First Republic Bank Palm Beach and Lesley and Richard Stone.

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