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Mazal Tov to our B'nai Mitzvah - Melynda Taryn Kromsky, daughter of Julie and Mitchell Kromsky, and Jennifer Leigh Miller, daughter of Marilyn and Charles Miller.
Mazal Tov to Elizabeth Wolfson, Emanual Silverstein, Allan Forman, Howard Greenberg, Fred Sacks, and Gary Foote on their special birthdays this week.
Mazal Tov to Michele & Scott Wendell, Dolores & Elmer Rhody, Meryl & Steven Rosen and Rochelle & Michael Sullivan on their special wedding anniversaries.
Mazal Tov to Mark Eller on becoming the Key Club Vice President and to Alyssa Eller for becoming the Key Club Historian.
If you have something, whether big news or small, something significant or ordinary, that you want to share with your Beth Israel Family, please email the information to David Rothenberg or Sharon Dobson by Tuesday, and we will carry it in the end-of-week Divrei Hashavuah. |
| TGIF Mitzvah of the Month |
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Friday, March 5
7:30 PM
Mitzvah of the month - canned and boxed food items to donate to the Reisterstown Food Pantry. |
| Support Our Student Mitzvah Projects |
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Please support the efforts of our Religious School children as they complete their mitzvah projects for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Items can be taken to the Hebrew school office.
Yadin Bromberg is selling Gilad Shalit dog tag necklaces to raise funds for the efforts to release Isaeli soldier Gilad Shalit who is being held prisoner by Hamas. Donate $3.00 to receive a dogtag. Funds go to America Zionist Movement: "Free Gilad Now" Fund and The Friends of Israel Defense Forces Maryland Chapter.
Rebecca Gross & Alaina Kahn are collecting plastic bottle caps which they wish to create a beautiful mural. This is a great way to recycle!
Natalie Saroff is collecting new games and kitchen cleaning supplies for Sinai Hospital's Hackerman Patz House. |
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Battle of the Bands
Saturday March 13, 2010 |
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Presenting some of the hottest local bands around, including exciting groups with a Beth Israel connection. Enjoy a night of classic rock and more. Support Beth Israel. Vote for your favorite band of the evening with donations and support.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Doors open at 7:30 PM
Show begins at 8:00 PM
Bands scheduled to appear: J. D. and the Blades, Shinola, Teacher's Pet
Tickets in advance: $20 per person
At the Door: $25 per person
Bring friends: Reserve a table of 10 for just $180.
Pub snacks included. Cash bar.
In lieu of mailing tickets, reservations will be held at the door. All reservations must be paid in advance by Friday, March 5, 2010.
Because alcoholic beverages will be sold, attendees must be 21 and older.
Look for your invitation in January. For information, contact Liz Schuman, 410-526-2142
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| Singles Dance |
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Jewish Singles 40's to 60's
Saturday Night - March 20, 2010
Beth Israel Congregation
3706 Crondall Lane, Owings Mills, 21117
7:30 PM to 11:30 PM
$18 in advance no later than March 16
$23 at the door
Make Checks payable to Beth Israel Congregation. Subject line: Singles Dance
Music by DJ Joe
Enjoy lite fare and beverage
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| Israel Advocacy in Washington |
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This March 21-23, pro-Israel America is coming to Washington, DC for the three most inportant days affecting Israel's future.
The AIPAC Policy Conference is the pro-Israel community's preeminent annual gathering. Join Rabbi Goldstein and Rabbi Neely and more than 6,000 community and student activists from all 50 states, more then half of the Senate, a third of the House of Representatives and countless Israeli and American policymakers and opinion leaders. During the three-day conference, delegates will have the opportunity to choose from dozens of informative sessions and participate in the pro-Israel community's largest and most important advocasy day. To make your voice heard and to show your support for Israel at the Policy Conference, please call Tara Brown, AIPAC Area Director, at (410) 223-4190. There will be a free bus leaving from Beth Tfiloh every morning and coming back every night to make your commute easier - sign up today! For more details go to www.aipac.org/PC2010 or call Tara Brown. |
| Relief for the Earthquake Victims In Haiti and Chile |
On January 12, 2010 a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck southern Haiti and on February 27 an 8.8 earthquake struck Chile leaving both areas in complete devastation.
The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism is hosting a giving site on Razoo for Haiti relief and have teamed with Masorti Olami to help the people of Chile. These are legitimate and confirmed collection methods.
American Jewish World Service is also organizing relief efforts. Go to www.AJWS.org.
Another route is to send a donation check notated as "Haiti Emergency Relief" to the Associated, 101 West Mount Royal Avenue, 21201.
MAZON has a long-standing dedication to health services and agricultural developmant in Haiti. Relief for the Earthquake Victims In Hait |
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| Job Club |
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If you are in job transition, please join us every Monday morning for minyan at 7:00 AM in the chapel followed by Job Club at 8:00 AM in the conference room. The next scheduled Job Club meeting is Monday, March 7, 2010.
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| 2010 Ravens Tickets Raffle |
Beth Israel Brotherhood's Annual Mother's Day Raffle. Drawing to take place Sunday, May 9, 2010 - you need not be present to win!
Grand Prize: a pair of tickets to each of the 2010 Baltimore Ravens Home Games.
1st Prize: 4 Maryland football 2010 season tickets
2nd Prize: Ravens Memorabilia Package
3rd Prize: Weekend for 2 at The Woods in W. VA
4th Prize: J.S. Edwards Gift Certificate
Only 300 tickets will be sold
Raffle Tickets are $100 each. Please send your check to:
Lee Kirsh, 6903 Jones View Drive, Baltimore, MD 21209
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Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Jewish Wedding Simcha Showcase |
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Sheraton Baltimore North
Dulaney Valley Rd, Exit 27 from I-696
Towson, Maryland
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday, March 14th
Please take your copy of the ad from the Beth Israel Guide, page 9, to save the $3 per family admission at the door. If you don't have your Guide please make sure you mention that you are from Beth Israel so that we get free advertising in an upcoming publication. |
| The Rabbi Makes House Calls: Discussion Sunday March 7 |
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What is Chabad? Where did they come from and what are their goals? Why are they successful and is it a threat to other streams of Judaism? Are they messianic? Avi and Shoshanah Harris have opened their home to those who wish to come with an open mind to discuss the modern phenomenon of Chabad.
March 7th at 7:00 PM. Please RSVP to the Beth Israel office by phone or Rabbi Neely by email Rabbi's email.
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| Calling all Beth Israel Volunteers |
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Be part of 90,000 hours!
As a celebration of it's 90th anniversary, THE ASSOCIATED: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore is challenging our community to participate in and register 90,000 hours of service. Be part of a community effort and be recognized for your service to the community! As an added incentive, from now until May 30tyh, THE ASSOCIATED is sponsoring a challenge between organizations to see which organization will log the most hours. Help Beth Israel win $500 by logging your hours today! You can lof Beth Israel hours no matter where you do your volunteering. Hours can be logged at Associated's Volunteer Page or by completing a 90,000 hours form availablem at the synagogue. For more information, contact Cindy Goldstein at 410-843-7563 or cgoldstein@thdfi.org |
| United Synagogue of
Conservative Judaism
Third Annual Young Leadership
Recognition Reception |
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Azor Hof Ha Yam/Seaboard Region
cordially invites you
to the
Third Annual
Young Leadership
Recognition Reception
Plese join us as we honor this year's young leaders from across the Seaboard Region who have exhibited outstanding commitment to their congregation, their region and the Conservative movement.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
11 Iyar 5770
5:00 PM
Chizuk Amuno Congregation
8100 Stevenson Road
Baltimore, MD 21208
PS - Mazal tov to our honorees - Dan Dinkin and Marc Hertzberg.
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| New Book - Well-Versed In Scripture
by Cantor Elias Roochvarg |
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WELL-VERSED IN SCRIPTURE
THE FIRST FIVE BOOKS
OF THE BIBLE IN
CONTEMPORARY RHYME
By Cantor Elias Roochvarg
Signed copies of the book will be available in the Beth Israel Judaica Shop begining on Wednesday, March 10th. Cost of the book will be $18.
ISBN13 Softcover: 978-1-4415-4995-2
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| Get up to $1000 for Camp |
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The ASSOCIATED's Baltimore Jewish Overnight Campership Program is an initiative of the Foundation for Jewish Camp's national campership incentive program, an outreach initiative intended for Jewish children not currently participating in a daily immersive Jewish experiences. The program is not to be looked upon as financial assitance, but as an incentive to choose the richness and warmth of a summer at Jewish overnight camp.
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| Giant Gift Cards |
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Remember most Sundays during Religious School - Giant Gift Cards are available for sale in the Sanctuary Lobby, and during the week in the office.
These cards are same as cash, but Beth Israel recieves a contribution from Giant foods based on the dollar amount of cards sold. SHOP AT GIANT AND HELP THE SYNAGOGUE.
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| Sisterhood Cookbook |
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OY! WHAT A DISH
BETH ISRAEL SISTERHOOD'S NEW COOKBOOK
SINGLE COOKBOOK PURCHASES - $22.00 EACH, PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
Cookbooks can be picked up at the synagogue office, sisterhood gift shop or checks can be mailed to:
24 Barthel Court
Lutherville, Maryland 21093
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| Camp Ramah in the Poconos |
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Camp Ramah in the Poconos is now accepting camper applications.
Camp Ramah in the Poconos, the official camping arm of the Conservative movement, is now accepting applications form children grades 3-10 for the summer of 2010. Each summer, Camp Ramah provides children with educational and recreational experiences that are active, creative, and fun-filled. Camp Ramah is a great summer experience which combines Jewish living and learning in an overnight camp setting.
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| Shleimut |
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The Chesed Committee voicemail line is open 24/7 at Ext. 247.
Call if someone is in the hospital.
Call if someone is ill.
Call if you or someone you know needs help.
Call 410-654-0800 Ext. 247
or
Call Henry Foxman, Chesed co-chair
410-833-5585
During the week of March 7th, Sarah Shapiro, Shleimut Social Work Consultant, will be onsite at Beth Israel during the following hours:
Sunday, March 7th
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Tuesday, March 9th
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, March 10th
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Other hours as needed by appointment. |
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Transportation to Doctor Appointments
If you are in need of transportation to a doctor appointment or even a ride to services, please email Danny Stern at danielstern@comcast.net or call the Chesed Committee at 410-654-0800, ext. 247. Every effort will be made to accommodate your schedule.
Chesed is asking if any of our congregants would be interested in visiting home bound members of our congregation on a periodic basis. We presently have a few individuals who would appreciate a visit for an hour or so, to just talk and make them feel less isolated. If you have time during the week, and would like to undertake this mitzvah, please call Henry at 410-833-5585. |
| Beth Israel Cares |
Personal service and volunteerism are significant ways we can act on the mandate of TIKKUN OLAM - repairing the world. You can be a vital force for caring and community building. Being a volunteer in service to the community adds warmth, meaning, and vitality to people's lives. Please consider participating in any of the following initiatives:
Collections for Hannah More Shelter
We continue to collect all new toiletries, especially SOAP, as well as (gently used) single sheets, blankets and pillows. We are also now collecting clothes in very good condition that should be placed in closed garbages bags and put in the coat room of the synagogue. Clothes should be either casual or dressy casual. Clothes for children, men and women will be accepted, such as shirts, pants, sweaters, jackets and suits. Shoes only if they atre in excellent condition. NO undergarments.
Join members of the congregation for their monthly get together in the Sandtown section of Baltimore at Habitat for Humanity. We meet at Beth Israel at 8 AM on the first Thursday of each month and car pool down to the city. The dates for upcoming months are:
April 8
May 6
June 10
July 1
August 12
September 2
October 7
November 4
December 2
No particular construction experience is required, just a will to help. Habitat for Humanity is a world wide non profit (habitat.org) that has helped over 300,000 people own their own home. Each recipient invests with 400 hours of sweat equity and finances their purchase through a mortgage. Turn this into a family event. Young children under 18 need a parent approval (sandtownhabitat.org) and under 16 may not work on a building site, but can work in the warehouse.
Why not help others with your wonderful cooking? It's easy to provide meals to temporary residence at Hackerman-Patz House. If you're interested in providing home cooked, nourishing meals to others during difficult times, please contact Cindy Goldstein at jcdjs@aol.com to find out more information.
Bingo
Join Beth Israel members for a fun, exciting night of Bingo at Weinberg Park, the 2nd Tuesday of EVERY month from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
For information about becoming a Bingo volunteer, please contact Renee Stadd at 410-363-4409 or Lois Wolf at 410-653-9145.
We can't wait to see you there!
Ronald McDonald House
Our long standing commitment to serving dinners at the Hopkins/Ronald McDonald house on Sunday nights continues. It's a great opportunity for a family mitzvah for children 10 and older. WE NEED MORE PARTICIPANTS! Only a few hours once a year or once a month - you can make a difference...
Ronald McDonald House is located at 635 W. Lexington Street and is easy to get there, parking is free. The cost of the meal is born by the volunteer however it should be tax deductible. Some help from Beth Israel Cares is available if necessary. Dinner is served at 6:00 PM and it takes about one hour to prepare (more if all cooking is done there) There are usually 20-30 people to be served.
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| Recycling cell phones and printer ink |
Thinking about going 'green'? Think about recycling your old cell phones and empty printer ink cartridges. Feel free to drop them off in the Beth Israel Preschool boxes located outside of the Preschool office. For more information, please contact Stephanie Blockston at sblockston@comcast.net. |
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Abitibi Paper Recycling
Just drop your paper in the Abitibi bin in a paper bag. *Shredded paper? That's the only time that plastic bags are accepted. (Plastic bags keep it from flying around). | |
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Shabbat
Friday, March 5, 2010
(Candle Lighting 5:44 PM)
7:30 PM -
TGIF Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, March 6, 2010
9:30 AM -
Shabbat Service
9:30 AM -
Opening the Siddur with Rabbi Neely
Please turn to page...Is that the only way to navigate through the siddur? Does it seem like a closed book to you? Does the wall of Hebrew make it hard to reach out to pray? Jewish prayer is not meant to be mysterious even though it connects us to the ultimate mystery. This mini-series can help you get more out of prayer in the synagogue and at home, in Hebrew or English. We'll discuss techniques to help tefillah (prayer) work for us. We'll uncover some of the hidden threads and themes of the siddur.
10:30 AM -
Jr. Congregation
11:00 AM -
Tot Shabbat
5:45 PM -
Mincha/Maariv/Havdallah/
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