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VOL XXVI No.14

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567 BAY ISLES ROAD LONGBOAT, KEY FL 34228 941.383.3428 WWW.TBI-LBK.ORG567 BAY ISLES ROAD LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228 (941)-383-3428 [email protected]

We welcome our 2017-2018 Officers:

Robert Vigder, PresidentMarion Levine, Vice PresidentAlan Siegel, Vice PresidentMurray Blueglass, Vice PresidentRobert Israeloff, TreasurerGloria Sabin, Financial SecretaryRuth Engman, Recording SecretaryJudith Nelson Feldman, Corresponding SecretaryBarbara Siegel, BIW PresidentLewis Moyer & Roger Goldstein, Mens Club Co-PresidentsBen Krause, Endowment ChairpersonMaye Lavinson, WOOO PresidentKathy Brooks, Immediate Past-President

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In This Issue President’s Message

Rabbi’s Message

Ex Director Message

Library News

BIW/B&B/Gift Shop

Mens Club/Ritual Committee

SAC/ Beth Israel Bio

92Y/Special Events

Membership Committee

Birthdays/Anniversaries

Yahrzeit/Donations

Leadership Circle

Beyond The Bimah

Advertisements

TBI Events/Coupons/Editor’s Notes

TempleBethIsraelThe Center of Jewish Living on Longboat Key.

Services are now at 8 p.m. each Friday and 5:30 p.m. on the last Friday of each month, and Saturdays at 10 a.m.

Passover Service Schedule

Tuesday, April 11 10.00 a.m. First Day of Passover Service

Monday, April 17 10:00 a.m. Seventh Day of Passover Service and Yizkor

~ Welcome New Members ~Alvin Preiser

Angela & David Thierman

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TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL BULLETIN

Lee Mirman and Suzanne Lutkoff. We are grateful to these individuals for volunteering their time and talents to assist in the management of the affairs of our Temple.

While we welcome the entrance of the new members to our management team, I want to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to those whose terms of service will be coming to an end. These include Richard Levine, who has served as our Treasurer for the past nine years, Shirley Fein, who has served as our Financial Secretary for many years, and Nancy Cohen and Herb Waltzer, each of whom have served on our Board of Trustees for two terms. The active participation of these individuals, together with all of their fellow officers and Board members, are what helps to make “Temple Beth Israel the Center of Jewish Living on Longboat Key”.

This month I would like to focus your attention on two major events that provide special character to our congregation, as well as very needed financial support. The first is our Annual Gala which took place on February 26. The event, which was very ably chaired by Marion Levine and assisted by Nancy Cohen, Sylvia Pastor, and Gloria Feibus and their committee, was supported by ninety members of the congregation and resulted in a substantial input of revenue to our treasury. It was a delightful evening enjoyed by all who attended.

The second event is “The Florence Katz Memorial Concert” on March 29. The event isorganized and jointly sponsored by The Beth Israel Women and The Men’s Club and features the Beth Israel Choir. The objective of the event is to generate much needed funds for the support of the Choir by providing an evening of Jewish, popular and show tune music by the Choir and guest performers. It promises to be an outstanding program and deserves the support of all who feel that our Choir is an important and integral element of our congregation.

With best wishes,

At our annual membership meeting on March 26, you elected a new slate of officers for the coming 2017/2018 fiscal year, as well as two new members to our Board of Trustees. Among those elected are two new officers, Robert Israeloff as Treasurer and Gloria Sabin as Financial Secretary, and two new Board members,

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Bob Vigder, President

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FROM THE RABBI’S STUDY

Second, in addition to acquiring the necessary Pesach products such as Matzahs, we would plan our menus, especially the menus for the Seder. Life is easier these days. My grandmother made her own gefilte fish.

A third way to prepare for Passover, and this is the most significant for me personally, is to review the text of the Haggadah. No matter how many times I have attended Seders and led Seders, I have always wanted to discover a new insight, a new level of understanding. Over the years I have often wanted to add a paragraph or two for the sake of contemporary relevance. An example from several decades ago would be a prayer for the liberation of Jews from the slavery of the Soviet Union. However, even if we don’t create new passages, the traditional words “In every generation someone has risen up against us to destroy us” should have different significance in different periods of our history.

What I just said adds up to the fact that even if I read the same words that my great-grandparents read, I do so with a different understanding. As I rejoice in the creative freedom to add a section or two, so do I accept responsibility to eliminate or rework language that no longer speaks to us.

More important and more powerful than the recipes and the words is the fact that we Jews gather not just to celebrate the liberation from Egyptian slavery thousands of years ago. We also pray for and work for an even greater liberation in the future.

Rabbi Stephen L. Sniderman

Let me share with you three ways of preparing for Passover.

First, historically, we would clean our houses and dispose of all the hametz, all the leavened products. This would involve a heavy-duty Jewish version of spring cleaning.

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FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S DESK

April 4 marks a year since I joined Temple Beth Israel in my capacity as your Executive Director. The year we spent together has enriched my life beyond my expectation. I have had the privilege of working with many of you on a multitude of projects, ranging from mere routine tasks to highly sophisticated initiatives.

Having worked in a variety of environments, in the business and in the non-profit world, as a volunteer and as a professional, I can assure you that there is no finer organization nor a more dedicated and capable group of people than at Temple Beth Israel.

Rabbi Stephen Sniderman has contributed enormously to the sense of renewal and to the positive energy one feels as soon as one enters our sanctuary. Those attending services or participating in one of Rabbi Stephen Sniderman’s classes will tell you that he brings a deep love of the Torah and a profound understanding of our common Jewish heritage. How fortunate we are as a congregation to have Rabbi Sniderman, Corinne and Spencer choose us. Welcome to our family.

Headed by our President Bob Vigder, the women and men who lead this congregation are among the most capable, caring and selfless people I have ever met. They exhibit a determination and willingness to take action and achieve results. They bring years of cumulative experience and wisdom. I am forever grateful for their guidance and leadership.

The day to day operation of this Temple requires the attention of a hands-on team of capable professionals. I have the privilege of interacting with our dedicated staff daily.

They perform the many tasks necessary to keep us informed and organized; from the simple clerical tasks to the intricate accounting and financial transactions. I am proud to lead such a team of professionals.

The long-term survival of our Jewish presence on Longboat Key depends on the generosity of all our members. Without your generous financial support, we could see the gradual erosion of our vision.

Temple Beth Israel enriches our members’ lives with a beehive of supportive, cultural, educational, social, spiritual and friendly activities. We encourage friendship among the community as we are an extended family to each other and provide the comfort level of belonging to our tribe. We fulfill our obligation of continuity of Jewish life on Longboat Key. I urge you to consider how important this is to all of us and to reciprocate with generous donations. When the occasion presents itself, give until it feels good.

Thank you for allowing me to serve you. I am looking forward to the year ahead. Together we can achieve a vibrant and engaged congregation.

Isaac AzeradExecutive Director

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NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY

We’ve just added a shipment of new books to the NEW BOOKS section of the library. The books, which are on top of the book shelves in the center of the room, are:

FICTION:

Berger, Sande Borwitz: The Sweetness

Chabon, Michael: Moonglow

Correa, Armando Lucas: The German Girl

Gilligan, Ruth: Nine Folds Make a Paper Swan

Kellerman, Faye: Bone Box

Oz, Amos: Judas

Steel, Danielle: The Award

Umansky, Ellen: The Fortunate Ones

BIOGRAPHY:

Ginsberg, Ruth Bader: My Own Words

Haskell, Molly: Steven Spielberg

Sager, Carole Bayer: They’re Playing Our Song

Zornberg, Avivah Gottlieb: Moses: A Human Life

NON-FICTION:

Goldwater, JoAnn (TBI member): Photos of her trips to Latvia and Lithuania

Kirsch, Adam: The People and the Books

Mitchell, George L.: A Path to Peace

Stop by the library and borrow a new book or two. Please make sure that you sign your name and current date on the card from the back of the book and leave it in the box on the desk.

Amy RothTBI Librarian


BETH ISRAEL WOMEN PRESIDENT’S LETTER

The month of March began with BIW Theater Night on March 4. An intimate group of 40 enjoyed Mattison’s buffet dinner followed by the Sarasota Pops Orchestra’s “The Leading Ladies of Broadway” at the Van Wezel Theater. Liz Callaway, Susan Egan and Eden Espinosa were the leading ladies and they were extremely talented. We were thrilled with their performance as well as the orchestra, led by Andrew Lane. Bonney Libman, Theater Party Chair, did a wonderful job of coordinating the many details that went into the evening.

On Wednesday evening, March 29 at 7:00 p.m., Beth Israel Women and the Men’s Club are co-sponsoring “The Florence Katz Memorial Concert”. The subtitle of the concert is “L’Dor Va Dor, Generation to Generation”. The music attempts to explore the thread of perpetuity from generation to generation. It will be conducted by Dr. Ann Stephenson-Moe leading the Temple Beth Israel Choir and professional musicians. The program will include the Best of Broadway with Opera and Hebrew favorites.

Following the performance, dessert and beverages will be served. All proceeds will benefit Temple Beth Israel’s Choir Fund. Tickets are $20 with advance reservations and $25 at the door. Sponsorships are available. Please join us; it will be a truly memorable evening.

March will definitely not go out like a lamb when the Beth Israel Women hold our first Game Day in a long time. As I mentioned in last month’s letter, get your Mah-Jong, Canasta and Bridge groups ready! You can also play Scrabble or any other game if you bring the board.

The afternoon will be March 30, at 12:00 noon. Come join us with a new group of friends or bring your existing group. The fee is $20.00. We will supply tables, score pads and pencils, as well as a delicious lunch, beverages and dessert. You bring the players, cards, and tiles! Men’s groups are welcome!

COMING APRIL EVENTS:

April 3: BIW Board Meeting, 11:00a.m.

April 17: End of Season Luncheon at Café L’ Europa, 12:00 noon. Please call Roz Fleishcher, (941) 915-6631 or email: [email protected] to make reservations. As always, call me or email if you have any questions.

Barbara SiegelPresident BIW

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Shirley Fein, outgoing Financial Secretary and longtime member and supporter of TBI, was selected for recognition as one of the Eight over 80 Sarasota residents for her many contributions to her community. Well earned Shirley, you are a role model for us all.

CONGRATULATIONS TO SHIRLEY FEIN ON HER “EIGHT OVER 80” AWARD!

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BETH ISRAEL WOMEN PRESIDENT’S LETTER BOOKS & BROWN BAGS

The final meeting of the BIW sponsored book club for 2016-2017 will take place on Monday, April 10, at 1:00 p.m. The discussion of Tender is the Bone by Ruth Reichl will be led by facilitator Gloria Sabin.

This is a lively memoir, sprinkled with humor, exciting travels and original recipes. Ms. Reichl holds nothing back, enriching her book with tales of her gregarious and somewhat “ditsy” mother. Her many adventures and encounters with chefs all over the world make absorbing reading. This former editor of Gourmet Magazine winds up the year with grace and imagination in her very readable life story.

A list of proposed books for next year will be available in an upcoming issue of the Bulletin.

Many thanks to Tina Tessler, who stepped in as facilitator for the March book, Sisters in Law, by Linda Hirshman. Todah rabah to all the women who acted as facilitators during the 2016-2017 season. Their efforts are greatly appreciated.

Gloria SabinChairperson, Books & Brown Bags

GIFT SHOP

Seder plates, wine cups, and children’s items are available for Passover. New scarves, handmade in Nepal, have arrived. Mah Jong cards are on order and the Mah Jong fabric bags are in stock. Michael Aram makes great gifts for engagements and weddings.Barton’s candy will be arriving soon, just in time for Passover. If you want anything special from Barton’s please let us know.

Gift certificates are available. Selected merchandise is 50% off!

The Gift Shop is looking for volunteers for the summer months. Any time you’re available would be great!

Happy Passover to all! Gloria Feibus

Murray Blueglass is now the Chair of the Ritual Committee with the recent resignation of Joel Ehrenpreis. The Choir Budget for 2017-18 has been approved for $88,000. This represents 13% of TBI’s annual budget. As a result we are asking for individual contributions to sustain the Choir as it is so that we may continue with a high quality music program that brings so many to our Friday night Shabbat Services. You have received a letter from President Bob Vigder requesting a contribution for our Choir Fund and asking for your comments as to the value of our music program to you. Please give us your input with your contribution.

There is a special Choir Program dedicated to our Choir founder Florence Katz on Wednesday, March 29 at 7p.m. to help fund this large budget item. The Choir along with special singers will perform Jewish, Popular and Show Tunes. Please plan to attend.

Marion LevineVice President, Ritual Committee



MEN’S CLUB

March is a busy month for the Men’s Club. We are sponsoring three events: Breakfast with Oded Israely on March 19, the annual Baseball Game between the Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles on March 27 and The Florence Katz Memorial Choir Concert on March 29, co-sponsored by the Beth Israel Women and the Men’s Club. All proceeds from the concert will be used to help support the choir. The cost is $20 with preregistration, $25 at the door. I hope you will all attend.

We are also pleased to announce a new Treasurer for the Men’s Club, Herb Strachman. Herb is a resident of Longboat Key and spends some of his summerin Maine.

Men’s Club Coming Event in April:

April 9: Farewell Bar-B-Que on the Beach

As our last event of the season, the Farewell Bar-B-Que is a chance to say goodbye to those returning north and to enjoy good food and good friendship. The event will take place at the Bay Isles Beach Club (same as last year). Starting time is noon. Cost is $20. A coupon for reservations is available on the last page of this issue.

Lewis MoyerCo-President Men’s Club

RITUAL COMMITTEE

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SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE

Turning Points - the organization which we as a congregation have chosen to support, has supplied us with a comprehensive list of their needs for volunteers.

All positions, from Open Door Intake, to Mail Clerk, to Bike Repair, to Barber, to Data Entry, to Laundry Attendant, to Computer Lab Monitor, are available. Our Committee member, Pat Kaplan, plans to be one of their new volunteers.

At the Social Action Shabbat, we heard of some of the benefits of volunteering which brings benefits to the recipients and to those giving, as well. Lois Barson, told of her continuing experience at Brothers and Sisters Doing the Right Thing, an after-school homework program on Route 301 and Myrtle. Lois is a math teacher and yet, she receives learnings which are immeasurable and heartwarming.

JoAnn Goldwater continues to carry bags with our Temple’s bottles and jars to a recycle bin because we do not have a recycling program.

It is true that while volunteering is often challenging and time and energy consuming, it reaps benefits for all. (Personally, I am changed due to my interactions with the middle school students I tutor, and my husband is as well.)

In Sarasota and Bradenton, there are many opportunities to volunteer at a wide variety of organizations. The following are just a very few:

The Literacy Council of Sarasota; JFCS’s mentoring and tutoring programs; Selby Library’s, Books in a Basket (reading to pre- schoolers); All Faiths Food Bank; Boys and Girls Club; Second Chance-Last Opportunity; Mothers Helping Mothers; Meals on Wheels. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact me with questions or contact the organizations directly.

We still need you all to donate the needed items for Turning Points. Our weekly Newsletter details those needs. The large box in the Social Hall has an attached list of items.

Do a mitzvah and feel good, too.

Alice BlueglassSocial Action Chairperson(941) [email protected]

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BETH ISRAEL BIO: David Aura

Our Shamus had carefully decorated the rented pontoon boat with grapes, squash, melons, apples, carrots, and all the colorful fruits and vegetables he could find. After all, it was Sukkot, and this year’s celebration was to be a special one. The plan was for the boat to cross Sarasota Bay and land at the 10th Street public dock where congregants would meet the boat to celebrate the festival. However, when the day came the wind was howling and as the pontoon was crossing the Bay, the fruits and vegetables started flying off the boat like colorful fireworks on the 4th of July. And while all this was happening, Rabbi Katz, wearing a yarmulke and intermittedly blowing a shofar declared, “Behold, I come…”

The Beth Israel members there that day laughed and laughed, while the local boaters wondered what the heck was going on. And that was the funniest thing David Aura could remember in his 20 years as part time custodian, kitchen whiz, set-up arranger, and wizard of electronic devices. Who is this handsome guy? You see him at Temple, always busy cooking, or serving, or fixing. David is a Catholic man, born in Fitchburg, Mass. He has two brothers, a son, and now a grandson, Jacob, just one year old born on January 7. Grandson Jacob should be as lucky as his grandfather when he is looking for a job because his grandfather was hired to work for Temple Beth Israel after a six-minute interview in 1997, and has been with the Temple ever since.

So what did this small town guy know about Florida Jews, or any Jews, for that matter? Well, he had, in his youth, experienced some Jewish food and Jewish parties, but never really knew anything about Judaism or Jewish culture. In fact, for his first Shabbat service, he wore what he wears to Mass, shorts and a golf shirt. That lasted one Shabbat. Now he always is dressed in a very nice jacket. And realizing he knew nothing about Judaism, he took Rabbi Eisenstat’s Introduction to Judaism class. After 20 years, I expect he knows our services better than any member, except the Rabbis.

David’s full time job is at the Longboat Key Club Moorings where he has worked for 21 years. Once an inexperienced boat owner asked David to jump aboard and dock his boat as he just couldn’t get it into the dock. David couldn’t do it as he didn’t have insurance to dock owner’s boats, but he promised to verbally coach the guy in.

“Put it in reverse,” he said. The owner did so; so fast and with such force that his wife, who was on the stern and dressed in her white yachting clothes, was flipped overboard and into the muck. Fortunately, she came up unhurt, covered in sand, and laughing. “My dear,” she said to her husband, “I will spend the rest of my day on St. Armands in the spa and in the shops.”

And because he is the go-to guy at the Moorings as well as the Temple, he is aware of possible new members for the Temple and steers them our way. He was also responsible for a $35,000

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donation to the Temple that he suggested to a Moorings yacht owner.

David knows he is appreciated at TBI. On his 18th anniversary at the Temple, a special Shabbat party was thrown for him. The number 18 is very special as the Hebrew numbers spell LIFE, “CHAI.” And on that day he did not get to chant the Torah or get an Aliyah, but he did get to blow the Shofar!

Our David is a happy-go-lucky, big-hearted guy who always gets the job done. He’s the kind of guy you wish you had hired as he always goes above and beyond what has been asked of him.When I asked him what was the biggest need the Temple has today, his answer was, “Members.” Did I also mention that he is smart?Thank you, David, for all that you do. And please remember we appreciate it all.

Suzanne SchusterBeth Israel Bio Editor

SPONSOR AN ONEG SHABBAT!

The Oneg Shabbat held after the service each Friday evening is a wonderful social hour at our Temple. All congregants are encouraged to attend the Oneg Shabbat as a joyful welcome of the Sabbath by having a little wine, a sweet treat, and exchanging pleasantries with friends and neighbors.

Onegs are currently provided by our Temple with an array of desserts, coffee, punch and a cold drink. Those interested in sharing a simcha such as a birthday, anniversary, birth of a grandchild or great grandchild by sponsoring an Oneg, call Elise Galinsky at 358-6323 for more information.

Elise Galinsky

PURIM COCKTAIL PARTY

Many thanks to our cooks, servers, and clean up helpers who made our Purim Cocktail Party a success. There were fifteen food donors who brought delicious hors d’oeuvres, snacks, and baked items, and of course, including our fabulous baker, Arlene Krum, who diligently makes the scrumptious Hamantashen we devour each year.

Special thanks to David Aura for all he does to make the event successful-even donning a costume.

Thanks again to all. Queen Esther couldn’t have been prouder.

Elise Galinsky & Judy Goldstein

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Temple Beth Israel567 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key941-383-3428 www.tbi-lbk.org

@TBIEnjoy the broadcast and programs with TBI’s theater-quality projection and sound system.

Doors open 30 minutes before program.All events are $15 at the door and $10 with advance reservations

CALL 941-383-3428 TO REGISTER.Free admission to Temple Beth Israel members.

This program is made possible through the generosity and support of: CHARLOTTE P. GRAVER FUND AT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY

The Rabbi Sanford E. Saperstein Memorial Fund of Temple Beth Israel that initiated the 92nd Street Y to honor Rabbi Saperstein and his belief in community enrichment.

Temple Beth Israel, The Center of Jewish Living on Longboat KeyTEMPLE MEMBERS

ADMISSION

Yiddish novelist Isaac Bashevis Singer once told San Francisco-based NPR talk host Michael Krasny that “Jews suffer from every disease except amnesia.”

This unforgettable evening features 4 of The New Yorker’s leading writers, Calvin Trillin, Patricia Marx, Adam Gopnik and Jeffrey Toobin, in conversation with Krasny, author of the bestselling book, Let There Be Laughter: A Treasury of Great Jewish Humor and What It All Means, about which Andy Borowitz said, “what’s not to love?” There will be a joyous feast of jokes, and commentary on the historical and cultural implications. You will enjoy and learn, even if you aren’t Jewish.

Tuesday April 4, 2017 – 7:30 An Unforgettable Night of Jewish Humor with Calvin Trillin, Patricia Marx, Adam Gopnik, Michael Krasny, and Jeffrey Toobin

Purchasing Yahrzeit Plaques

Yahrzeit Plaques may be purchased at any time through the Temple office. The cost of

each plaque is $500 and includes the full name of the departed along with the secular

and Hebrew dates underneath it. Plaques are placed in proximity to relatives if space is

available. Members are encouraged to reserve and pay for plaques in advance.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

“Saluting The Oscars” was the theme of our annual gala. The evening turned out to be a very elegant dinner party and raised reasonable funds for our budget. We are confident that those attending had a great evening and enjoyed the golden box raffles, decor, food and entertainment. Many thanks to the Chairpersons of our Special Events Committee: Nancy Cohen, Gloria Feibus and Sylvia Pastor and to committee members: Irwin Pastor, Molly Schecter, Maxine Tauber, Stu Tabuer and Marcia Bardos.

Passover Dinner will be held on Monday, April 10, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. Michael’s on East will cater the dinner and Rabbi Sniderman will conduct a Seder Service. Reservations are limited. It is on a first come basis for Temple members and their guests. Reservations are limited to 120 people as it is a sit down dinner. The cost is: Members $65 pp, non-members $75 pp, and children 12 and under $45 pp. Reservations close April 2.

Marion LevineVice President, Special Events

Dr. Ira & Carole Singer Judith & Irv Parmet Dr. Howard & Tena Tessler

Marion Levine, Gloria Feibus, Sylvia Pastor & Nancy Cohen Rabbi Sniderman with Sandra & Ben Krause

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April 3, Doris & Paul Morgenstern - 62

April 18, Margot & Warren Coville - 69

April 23, Pat & Irwin Kaplan - 23

April 25, Irene & Martin Ross - 54

April 27, Mary Ann & Ted Simon - 65

April 28, Marion & Dr. Bernard Levine - 21

Happy Anniversary!

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

“You Can Make A Difference!”

The Temple Membership Committee wishes you a sweet, happy and healthy Pesach. May you enjoy the joy of familiar biblical traditions of Pesach, in the company of family and friends.

In researching how to increase the membership of our Temple, I came across a meaningful article by Dr. Gary S. Cohn, the Executive Director of CongregationEmanuel in San Francisco, California. The following is from his book, Membership Strategies: Reengineering the Synagogue:

“Even though American Jewry is at its most prosperous - by measures of wealth, education and freedom - the Jewish community is facing great threats to its survival. Synagogues, once the center of Jewish life, no longer attract many Jews.There are many causes given for the current lack of affiliation by American Jews. Many say that the problem lies within the success and prosperity of the current generation of American born Jews. These are not the Jews who immigrated during the late 19th and 20th centuries. These are not the Jews who lived on the lower East Side and survived the depression. These are not the Jews who fled Europe during the Second World War. The demographics indicate that the largest group of American Jews is between the ages of 40 and 70 years of age and were born between 1935-1965. The oldest of this group grew up after World War II and attended college in the 1950’s. The youngest of this group are the “Yuppies” of the baby boom years, who were born in the 1950’s and early 1960’s. They grew up in turbulent times attending college during the war in Vietnam and the post “hippie” years of the 1970’s. For both

of these generations of American Jews, they were the first to experience a low degree of anti-semitism, a huge amount of corporate and business success, a high level of income and wealth and became as educated as any other American demographic group.”

“This group is also the most assimilated American Jews in our history. They are not from the old country trying to keep practicing the Judaism of the Shtetel. They do not come from primarily Orthodox backgrounds. These Jews of modernity are trying to balance very secular lives while keeping alive their Jewish faith. Judaism is not necessarily primary in their lives as it was for their parents and grandparents. Approaching the Synagogue as consumers, these Jews buy only what they need, when they need it. Because the focus is on the self, rather than the larger community, they expect the synagogue and its members to be available to meet their needs, on their terms.”

Our challenge to attract new members, to keep our Temple alive and well for years to come, is a universal challenge across America. That is why it is so important for each of us, as members of this congregation, to do all we can to convince the Jewish retirees who move to LBK and the vicinity, to join with us and share all the benefits of membership at Temple Beth Israel. It is absolutely worthy of our efforts!

Most sincerely,H. Murray BlueglassChairperson, Membership Committee

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April Birthdays

April 3, Doris & Paul Morgenstern - 62

April 18, Margot & Warren Coville - 69

April 23, Pat & Irwin Kaplan - 23

April 25, Irene & Martin Ross - 54

April 27, Mary Ann & Ted Simon - 65

April 28, Marion & Dr. Bernard Levine - 21

Happy Anniversary!

April 1Zoltan Fried

April 2Joan Greene

April 4Lillian A. Sands

April 6Leon Cooper Selma H. Horowitz Marty Katz

April 7 Gloria Levine Arlene Stiglitz Jeanne Betty Weiner

April 9 Beatrice Friedman

April 10 Philip Gaynes Toby Gilfix

April 12 Suzanne Lutkoff Harold R. Ronson

April 13 Morton Skirboll

April 16 Ada Levy

April 17 Esther Emmerman

April 19 Margot Coville

April 20 Joyce Cooper Maxine Tauber

April 22 Sandra Krause

April 24 Miriam Goldfarb Melvin Goldsmith Sylvia Pastor

April 25 Norman Gross

April 26 Phyllis Clement Edward D. Cohen Sanford Goldberg Marsha Roth Herbert A. Vogel

April 27 Norton Baron Lawrence Jacobs Beatrice Michaels

April 28 Deborah Cohen Vera Grodzinski William H. Sandy

April 29Betty Ackerman

April 30 Milton Herman Lewis Moyer George Volinn

Happy Birthday!

YahrzeitsTo be read on each of the following Fridays:

In Memory of Hilda Ackerman Joseph AdlmanDora AnselHerman AnselDiane BetmanDr. Irwin Blumfield William Briefer David Cooper Isadore Cutler Joseph Edlin Beatrice Jacobs Fein Tilly Froman Jeanette Golden Ludwig Goldschmidt Marvin Hamburg Virginia HoffmanElma HymanNed HymanJacob KaplanLouis KatzDr. Richard M. Kommel Gieta LandonElias W. Langs

FromMrs. Harriet MarksMrs. Alice WolkenbergMr. & Mrs. Donald Markstein Mr. & Mrs. Donald Markstein Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Salle Mrs. Barbara BlumfieldMrs. Gloria BergmanMr. & Mrs. Sherman Cooper Mrs. Sandra Cutler-Cohen Mrs. Mimi EdlinMrs. Shirley FeinMrs. Sandie Cutler-Cohen Gloria SabinMr. & Mrs. Allan Goldfarb Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Hamburg Mr. & Mrs. Mark Saidman Mrs. Terry NeisMrs. Terry NeisMrs. Lillian SandsJudy & Bob VigderMrs. Eve KommelMrs. Barbara HorowitzRabbi & Mrs. Eisenstat



APRIL 7Samuel BaronNathan Benderson Lucy Zizzen Berk Celia BrieferEsther G. Cohn Beatrice Eisenstat Naomi Fishman Samuel GreenDr. Milton Jacobson Louis KarmiolBelle KatzSimon LevinFrances B. Miller Carl OrneBernard Polinsky Ann RadloMelvin Schumeister Shirley Schwartzberg Clifford Steinberg Risa StrachmanEtta Strachman Henry Taub

APRIL 14Emmanuel Faynkuchen May FreedmanIrving KaplanNathan KatzRuth LewenJerome Eisman Markstein Charles MuléBill PollackPauline RothenbergIsrael SchmiererMargaret SchwartzSandra Blumberg Shulman Irving ShumanJames Robert SloteIda WeissBetty Wiseman

APRIL 21Yetta BergerBenjamin Biron Gary ColeLillian L. Feidelman Hyman Feldman Benjamin Goodrich Kermit “Kit” Green Israel ‘Al’ Grossman Dorothy Hilcoff Samuel Kaufmann Eugene Levine Sarah LevyEthel PastorMax RinglerLily Rosenberg Richard Saivetz Theresa Sinick Dr. Albert ZelfmanEdward Ziskind

APRIL 28Robert BernardJacob BooninRalph CohenIrving Golden Theodore Greenwald Barnet Grossman Eric KommelSylvia Leef Craig Levine Harry Mackman Jesse Miller Seymour Pielet Earle Polinsky Jeffrey Solomon Dorothy Vigder Marilyn Waltzer

Yahrzeits DonationsIn Memory of Elizabeth Levin Herman LevineMorris LevineEstelle LeviteJacob LevyIsidore LibmanBert MargoliesIrma Friedman Markstein Esther MedveneJacob Medvene Eva Perlmutter Marc Rauch Elizabeth Riewerts Peter RothJules H. SabinWalter Shader Sadye Smith Mike Steinberg Alex Taub Arthur TesslerEdna Levi Weiss Anna S. WolfDr. Stanley Zeeman

FromMrs. Ronda ManasseDr. Bernard LevineMrs. Adeline LevineMr. & Mrs. Irwin PastorMrs. Ina Rae LevyMrs. Bonney LibmanNancy CohenMr. & Mrs. Donald Markstein Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Hamburg Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Hamburg Carole ShawMrs. Helen RauchMaggie KaplenMarsha RothMrs. Gloria SabinMrs. Bernice ThomasMrs. Claire SmithMrs. Mimi EdlinMr. & Mrs. Melvin Taub Mr. & Mrs. Howard Tessler Mrs. Barbara Blumfield Marilyn SchwartzMrs. Roberta Zeeman

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APRIL 2017DonationsBIW Kitchen FundIn loving memory of Scott Pastor.Mr. & Mrs. Irwin Pastorby Ms. Ruth Kreindler

In memory of Scott PastorMr. & Mrs. Irwin Pastorby Mr. & Mrs. Peter Roth by Mrs. Diane Foxman by Mrs. Temi Saivetz

In sweet memory of your darling husband ScottMrs. Keely Pastor & Childrenby Ms. Doris Kaplan

Sending you get well wishesCarole Klionskyby Mrs. Gloria Sabin

In memory of Ralph CohenMrs. Nancy Cohenby Mr. & Mrs. Brad Cobb

Building Maintenance FundWe’re thinking of you & wishing you a smooth recovery.Mrs. Carole Klionskyby Mr. & Mrs. Paul Morgenstern

Choir FundIn memory of Paul RosenThe Rosen Familyby Carole Shaw & Stuart Sinai

In memory of your loving husbandMrs. Helene Polinskyby Mrs. Shirley Fein

Thank you, Elaine & Robert!Dr. & Mrs. Robert Kaufmanby Carole Shaw & Stuart Sinai

Thinking of YouRabbi Michael B. EisenstatCarole KlionskySuzanne Schusterby Ruth Lerner

Wishing Carole a speedy recovery!Carole Klionskyby Earl & Elana Gordonby Herb Strachman & Marge Sandler

We’re thinking of you & wishing you a speedy recovery.Mrs. Judith Vigderby Mr. & Mrs. Paul Morgenstern

Flower FundHappy Birthday Gloria!Gloria Levineby Mark & Elaine Beck

We’re thinking of you & wishing you a smooth recovery.Mrs. Sandra Cutler-Cohenby Mr. & Mrs. Paul Morgenstern

We’re thinking of you & wishing you a smooth recovery.Mrs. Suzanne Schusterby Mr. & Mrs. Paul Morgenstern

General FundIn memory of Gordon WeilMrs. Kathy Weilby Mr. & Mrs. Steve Felsenthal

In memory of Scott PastorMr. & Mrs. Irwin Pastorby Mr. & Mrs. Thomas E. Bernstein

Thinking of you, best wishes for a speedy recovery.Mrs. Suzanne Schusterby Mr. & Mrs. Richard Levine

In memory of Dr. Jerry Rosenthalby June Adler

In memory of Sargeant Raymond Schoenbaumby The Schoenbaum Family

Rabbi Discretionary FundIn appreciation of servicesRabbi Stephen Snidermanby Mrs. Pamela Reiter

In honor of our wedding anniversaryTemple Beth Israelby Dr. Norman & Marilyn S. Weinstein

Rabbi Eisenstat MiniversityWe are thinking of you & wish you a speedy recovery.Rabbi Michael B. Eisenstatby Mr. & Mrs. Paul Morgenstern

Visitor DonationsIn appreciation of servicesby Rabbi Everett & Mrs. Mary Gendler by Mr. & Mrs. Harry Mintzby Mr. Barry Graverby Dr. Mona Schonbrunn by Ms. Ruth Pagirsky

Social Action FundIn memory of our dear & dedicated Jerry Rosenthal.by Mr. Gerard Daniel

With deepest & sincere sympathy.Mrs. Barbara M. Schwartzby Mrs. Rochelle Bernard

* Donations made after the 5th of the month will be acknowledged in the following month’s bulletin.

FromMrs. Ronda ManasseDr. Bernard LevineMrs. Adeline LevineMr. & Mrs. Irwin PastorMrs. Ina Rae LevyMrs. Bonney LibmanNancy CohenMr. & Mrs. Donald Markstein Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Hamburg Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Hamburg Carole ShawMrs. Helen RauchMaggie KaplenMarsha RothMrs. Gloria SabinMrs. Bernice ThomasMrs. Claire SmithMrs. Mimi EdlinMr. & Mrs. Melvin Taub Mr. & Mrs. Howard Tessler Mrs. Barbara Blumfield Marilyn SchwartzMrs. Roberta Zeeman

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LEADERSHIP CIRCLE 2017/2018

The 2017 Leadership Circle campaign has come to a close but it is never too late to contribute. Any contributions received during the second part of the year will go towards the 2018 campaign. We want to take one more opportunity to thank those congregants who have contributed over $166,500 to this program and our Temple. The funds will be used to help in meeting the ever-increasing costs of operating a facility like ours and continuing the programs and services that all of our members enjoy. If you have not already done so, please consider joining the Leadership Circle for 2018.

The contributors to the 2017 Leadership Circle are as follows:

PlatinumJoan & Robert Biller, Gerard Daniel, Crista & Frank Fineshriber, Marlena & Walter Frank, Beatrice Friedman, Ruth & David (z”l) Gorton, Doris M. Kaplan, Sandra & Benjamin Krause, Ruth & Lee (z”l) Kreindler, Nessa & Richard Levine, Judith & Donald Markstein, Judith & Seymour (z”l) Rudges, MaryAnn and Ted Simon

GoldGloria & Barry (z”l) Bakal, Barbara Blumfield, Margot & Warren Coville, Rabbi Michael & Nancy Eisenstat, Suzan & Dr. Philip Gaynes, Dorothy & Sue Jacobson, Eve Kommel, Sylvia & Irwin Pastor, Betty Schoenbaum, Suzanne Schuster, Gail & Theresa (z”l) Sinick, Louise & Dr. O. David Solomon, Marilyn & Henry (z”l) Taub

SilverShirley (z”l) & Everett Behrendt, Barbara & Edwin (Jim) Biron, Annette (z”l) & Marvin Black, Miriam (Mimi) Edlin, Ruth Engman, Shirley & Arnold (z”l) Fein, Sharon & Herman Frankel, Shelley & Sy Goldblatt, Miriam & Allan Goldfarb, Norman & Barbara Gross, Debby & Gerald Hamburg, Audrey & Arnold (z”l) Heimler, Maggie Kaplen, Betty & Judge Marvin Morse, Naiditch Family Foundation, Judson Pearl, Marjorie & William Sandy, Sally (z”l) & Samuel Shapiro, Barbara & Alan Siegel, Donna & Ed Sobel, Bernice Thomas, Helene & Phil Tucker, Judy & Robert Vigder

BronzeNora (z”l) & Albert (z”l) Balk, Ursula & Gerald (z”l) Bamberger, Rochelle Bernard, Robert Berns & Barbara Pressman, Madeleine & David Brenner, Katherine & Garry Brooks, Carol Camiener & James (z”l) Harrington, Hon. Edward D. Cohen, Joyce & Sherman Cooper, Judith Nelson Feldman, Mildred R. Field, Lois & Les Fishman, Elise & James Galinsky, Ann & Dr. Sheldon Glickman, Robin Green & Jay Greenblatt, R. Bonnie Haber, Joelle & Jerry Hamovit, Riva & Thomas Hecht, Carole & Sy Klionsky, Geraldine & Charles Kriser, Maye Lavinson, Marion & Dr. Bernard Levine, Ina Rae Levy, Bonney & Len Libman, Rae Lichtenstein, Suzanne & David (z”l) Lutkoff, Sheila & Richard Olin, Pamela & Norman (z”l) Reiter, Irene & Martin Ross, Marsha Roth, Tamara Shankman, Carole & Dr. Ira J, Singer, Claire & Robert (z”l) Smith, Cyvia & David Snyder, Beverly & Alan (z”l) Stone, Herb Strachman & Marge Sandler, Barbara & Bert (z”l) Struth, Tena & Howard Tessler, Elaine & Donald (z”l) Weill, Alice & Alfred (z”l) Wolkenberg, Women On Our Own

Judy VigderPresident Leadership Circle

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BEYOND THE BIMAH: Judy Vigder

Our family just celebrated our one year anniversary as members of Temple Beth Israel. Many asked why we chose to affiliate with TBI when we had so many choices- many of which have younger families. A year ago we thought it was a great match because Lee grew up on Longboat and felt at home here. Our daughter Ella was well into her Bat Mitzvah studies with her personal teacher from Israel, so we did not need the religious school. We ourselves had a desire to round out our lives and our children’s lives being surrounded by the wisdom and experiences of our elders. We felt the need to foster the interconnectedness of the generations as we believe we are important to each other.

Now, after a full year of engagement with the Temple, we have newly discovered reasons. The boundless support that surrounded our family for Ella’s Bat Mitzvah made the occasion one of the most magical and fulfilling days of our lives. The gift of having a spiritual community - newfound parent and grandparent figures - that embrace us and our children has been one of the biggest blessings. In an era of technology and the rapid pace of daily life, we value the time to cultivate personal relationships, to have substantive conversations and connections.

We partake in many of the programs at the Temple. Lisa finds the literature and discussion from the BIW Book Club engaging. Lee rolled up his sleeves in the kitchen and learned how to make rugelach with all the ladies which was a hoot! We watched “Beneath the Helmet”, the moving film about the mandatory service in the Israeli army, while sitting next to Isaac Azerad who had personally gone through that experience himself.

If we had to choose a personal favorite Temple event, it would be the Shabbat dinners. Each meal offers the opportunity to sit down and have a relaxed conversation many times with someone new. It is inevitable that we are treated to someone’s unique lifetime experiences. With each of these types of encounters, we come away fascinated by the living history, the worldliness, the profound set of accomplishments and experiences from within the Temple community. We find these first-hand stories priceless!

Beyond the Bimah will be a monthly column in which we connect with TBI members in their homes. We will share their personal stories as to why they chose to affiliate with TBI, the most important aspects of the Temple experience to them, and significant moments in their life when their Jewish identity shaped their journey.

And so we begin with Judy Vigder, our first lady, married to our TBI President Bob Vigder!

Judy has been affiliated with TBI since 1969. Temple Beth Israel was constructed in 1979. How is that so, you may wonder? As it relates to the Temple’s history, Judy’s story is intimately intertwined with that of her mom, Florence Katz (z”l). This is likely a name you recognize from the weekly service programs. Judy’s mom was the Temple’s Music Director Emeritus.

Judy and Bob started coming to Sarasota with their kids in 1969 to visit her parents place at St Armand’s Towers. Her mother, Florence, had a tradition of gathering for Passover Seder with all of her Jewish friends on Longboat Key at Holiday Inn’s “Holidome.” This was an event that Judy

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and Bob rarely, if ever missed as it was a grand occasion with 50-60 people each year.

Judy’s father passed away while the Temple was under construction, but Florence was one of the initial members. Temple Beth Israel and the Longboat Key Club were her central social outlets. Judy and Bob continued coming to town for every Passover, for her mom’s special Rosh Hashanah luncheon, and at winter break time. They along with their children naturally considered TBI to be their local temple, especially as Florence’s role in the Temple grew.

Florence began dating Meyer Schwartz (z”l). Meyer and his grandson created the stained glass windows for TBI’s sanctuary. Florence became a prominent figure in her own right at TBI. Having degrees in music both from Oberlin College and Ohio State University, Florence went crazy when the music at services was off-key. She then became the Temple’s first choir director. Judy recalls the organ in the family condo and all the choir piling inside their home to practice. Florence held her place at the center stage of TBI’s music program for roughly 22 years, until she turned it over to Dr. Ann Stephenson-Moe in 2007.

Florence instilled in Judy the desire to give to the Temple and JFCS. She was first hand witness to all that her mom reaped from the relationships she cultivated in her time helping others. A poignant example for Judy was a program called Senior Outreach Services (SOS), in which her mom helped bring senior citizens that were isolated on Longboat some companionship and social interaction. Her mom saw this program through the tenure of several rabbis, including Rabbi Michael B. Eisenstat.

From these deeply entrenched beginnings, Judy learned how important Temple is

to her. It is a space where the Jewish community can pray, party, and be together. Judy and Bob became snow birds themselves in 2007, traveling between Dayton, Ohio and the family home in St. Armand’s Towers. This is when they became members themselves. Now they have been full-time residents for the past 3 years.

In 2014, Judy took the helm of the Leadership Circle as it “gave her something to do”. She has been inspired by how giving people are to donate well beyond their annual membership dues. The poignant message she has gleaned is there are so many who want the Temple to endure.

We asked Judy if there were any moments in her life in which her Jewish identity shaped her journey. Judy was a lifelong teacher (Biology) and principal in Ohio. During her tenure as a principal, she experienced acts of anti-Semitism amongst the kids. She had occasions when swastikas would be used by kids who were at odds with a Jewish kid. She would gather these kids to share that she herself was Jewish, and talk to them to instill an understanding that they should not ever do anything that they would not want done to themselves.

Judy recounted how back in Ohio she was very uncomfortable taking part in the activities of the Junior League. When she got invited to participate she turned them down as events tended to be at churches, and even though they said Jews were welcome, she did not feel it was unbiased. Then the acting president told her that if Jews did not get involved the perception that there were differences between the Christian and Jews would not change. It was then that she dove into her volunteerism with the organization. She along with some of her Jewish friends demonstrated how smart they were, how they could raise funds and get work done. In a matter of 5 years

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the organization elected a Jewish president. When Judy fell ill to T-Cell Lymphoma this past summer, she was buoyed up by her TBI family. This is the place where she has known people for all these years of the Temple’s existence and before. This is her family when she and Bob are in Florida since their kids and grandkids reside up north. And this is the place that has shown her the love and support over last several months with cards, calls, letters, and contributions. “Temple Beth Israel feels like home.”

Lisa & Lee Mirman

Adding to all the good food and frivolity at the TBI Purim Party was a very unique and truly hilarious “Purim Museum” created by Judy Goldstein.

We all knew of and have enjoyed the benefits of Judy’s baking, acting, and singing skills; but who knew she was a historical preservationist as well? For our education (miseducation?) Judy created an “alternate facts” museum of photos and artifacts to help us better understand the story of Purim. Thanks Judy, do set it up again next year!

Judy Goldstein: Museum Creator & Curator

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Anne Frank

"What is done cannot be undone, but one can prevent it from happening again."

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Coming EventsTEMPLE BETH ISRAEL BULLETIN

April Coupons

LATE MARCHMarch 27: Men’s Club Spring Training Baseball Game, Ed Smith Stadium. 1:00 p.m. No lunch. $25 for ticket.

March 28: TBI Board meeting, 2:00 p.m.

March 29: BIW and Men’s Club, The Florence Katz Memorial Concert, 7:00 p.m. $20 advance reservations, $25 at door.

March 30: BIW Game Day, 12:00 noon. $20. Includes lunch.

APRILApril 3: BIW Board meeting, 11 a.m.

April 4: 92Y “An Unforgettable Night of Jewish Humor”, 7:30 p.m.

April 7: Shabbat Dinner, 6:00 p.m.$25 member, $30 guest.

April 9: Men’s Club Farewell Bar-B-Que on the Beach, Bay Isles Beach Club, 12:00 noon $20

April 10: Passover Seder, 5:30 p.m., $65 members, $75 non-members, $45 children under 12. Reservation deadline April 2.

April 10: BIW Books & Brown Bags, Tender is the Bone by Ruth Reichl, 12:30 p.m.

April 11: First day of Passover service, 10:00 a.m.

April 17: Seventh day of Passover service & Yizkor, 10:00 a.m.

April 17: BIW End of Season Luncheon, Café L’ Europa, 12:00 noon.

April 25: TBI Board meeting, 2:00 p.m.

MAYMay 1: BIW Board Meeting; 11:00 a.m.

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April CouponsEvent: Men’s Club Bar-B-Que Date of Event: April 9 - 12 noon

Cost per person: $20 Number of reservations:_________Total cost:_________

Name(s) of persons for whom the reservation is made:

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Please return this coupon with payment to: TBI Office

Event: BIW Game Day Date of Event: April 30 - 12:00 noon

Cost per person: $20

Please use coupon found on the bottom of page 23 in this issue.

Event: BIW Final Luncheon at Café L’ Europa Date of Event: April 17 - 12:00 noon

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Please return this coupon for a reservation: Roz Fleischer, 941-915-6631

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Cost per person: $65 members; $75 non-members; children under 12 $45

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Make check payable to: Men’s Club

Make check payable to: TBI Office

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Articles and photos from TBI members and groups are most welcome. Please submit your articles and event announcements as Microsoft Word attachments to an email to [email protected]. Photos submitted should include the name of each person in the photo, as well as the event at which the photo was taken. Coupons will again be used! They will be printed on the last page of the Bulletin so they can be cut out and mailed in with reservation payment. In preparing your coupon please follow these instructions (you may want to use the format of the Men’s Club coupons on the last page of this issue): 1. Coupons should be no larger than 1/4 of a page.

2. Coupons should include the name of the organization; the event; date of the event; cost of the event per person. 3. Coupons should also have a place for individuals to provide the name of the person(s) for whom the

reservation is requested; and the number of reservations requested; the total cost of reservations requested. 4. Coupons should also include the name and address of the person to whom the coupon and payment should be sent. 5. Coupons should be sent as a separate Microsoft Word attachment to an email to [email protected].

As always, the deadline for submission of articles and coupons is the 10th of the preceding month for publication.

Sandra Packard, Editor; Bulletin Editorial Committee members Madeleine Brenner, Kathy Brooks, Ed Cohen, Judy Goldstein, Allan Goldfarb, Doris Kaplan, Lee & Lisa Mirman, Paul Morgenstern, Lewis Moyer, Gloria Sabin, Suzanne Schuster & Estelle Silbert. New members who would like to edit or write for the Bulletin are most welcome.

EDITOR’S NOTES

Disabled American Veterans

We are in our 8th year of raising funds for our hospitalized disabled veterans at the Bay Pines VA Hospital and the James Haley VA Medical Center. Each year the VA Hospitals submit their “wish lists” and we try to purchase what they request. The hospitals would like 2 or 3 “Trex X Caliber Bicycles”. Each bike costs $1700. In addition, the hospitals will start a new program and need ten “Garmin Vivasmark Heart Rate and Activity Monitors”. Each monitor costs $300.

If you desire to sponsor one or more of the monitors or bicycles, please call me at (941) 377-8960 or write a check to: DAV Post #97. Mail the tax deductible contribution to: Al Grossman, 5524 Chanteclaire, Sarasota, FL 34235. Write “Temple Beth Israel” on the memo line. One hundred percent of your contribution will go to the veterans.

Al Grossman

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