09/02/11 Temple Sholom In Greenwich

Temple Sholom E-Bulletin September 2nd, 2011 AJC Westchester and Temple Sholom present Turmoil and Transformation in Israel and the Middle East Thursday, September 15th, 7:30pm Featuring David Harris, AJC National Executive Director American Jewish Committee Executive Director David Harris offers an insider's perspective on the current climate of change in the Middle East, and its impact on our Jewish homeland. He will discuss the recent revolutions throughout the Middle East and the UN General Assembly discussions on UDI - the Unilateral Declaration of Independence by the Palestinians. Join us to learn about the possibilities and perils of the Middle East protests and the Palestinian unilateral action at the UN, and get a behind-the-scenes perspective that will go beyond what is reported in the media. Do not miss this opportunity to hear a compelling and charismatic speaker discuss issues crucial to the life of our Jewish state. Seats are filling up quickly. Reserve your spot now by contacting Alice Schoen at alice.schoen@templesholom.com or call (203) 542-7165. This event is co-sponsored by AJC Westchester and Temple Sholom in partnership with the Westchester Jewish Council, the UJA-Federation of NY, and the UJA-Federation of Greenwich. Storm Update from Temple Sholom: Temple Sholom will continue to have open hours this weekend as a community gathering place for those still without power in their homes. Please share this information with family, friends, and neighbors. All are welcome. The Temple will be open on Saturday morning from 9:00am to 1:00pm. We respectfully request that you refrain from the use of electronic devices in the building in observance of Shabbat. All are welcome to attend services and our Kiddush luncheon. Temple Sholom will also be open on Sunday from 8:00am to noon for anyone who may still be without electricity. Our building will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. Temple Sholom In The News... We are proud to share with you that Temple Sholom was in the news this week because of our leadership role in the community in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. Below are the links to the articles and photos. http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Thumbs-up-Thumbs-down-2148049.php http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/slideshow/Stamford-reader-submitted-Irene-photos-30628.php (photos 65 & 66) Candle Lighting Friday, September 2nd 7:09pm Temple Sholom's Worship Schedule Friday, September 2nd 6:30 - 7:15pm Saturday, September 3rd 9:30am - 12:00pm Sunday, September 4th 8:30 - 9:15am Temple Sholom Simcha Corner Mazel Tov To: Sharon Chrust and Steven Chrust on the wedding of their daughter, Liza, to Michael Friedman. Kyra Raisa Appleby and Nikhil Kohli, on their upcoming marriage on September 10th. Sissy and Gary Stein, on the bat mitzvah of their granddaughter, Margot Cohen, on September 10th in New York City. Harriet Lacker: A retrospective of her paintings will be on exhibition at Atria Darien, 50 Ledge Road, from September 10th to September 30th. Rabbi's Weekly Teaching "God, please grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference." I've been thinking a lot about the "serenity" prayer of late - especially this week, having survived an earthquake, a hurricane, the departure of one child off to college, and a delayed start to school for the others. Like so many of our fellow congregants in Stamford, Greenwich, Rye Brook and our surrounding communities, we still have no power or water at our home. Our children are cranky and, admittedly, so it this rabbinic dad and his normally serene rebbetzin wife. The words of the serenity prayer have, at times... Click here to see the full version of this teaching. Temple Sholom is going Apple Picking Sunday, September 4th, 11:00am Meet at Silverman's Farm in Easton, Ct Fun for all ages! Pick Your Own Hay Rides Petting Zoo Picnic Area (bring a dairy or vegetarian lunch) RSVP to Michele Strauss (203) 542-7161 or michele.strauss@templesholom.com Click here for more information about Silverman's Farm. Join the Sisterhood! Join the Temple Sholom Sisterhood for these exciting programs - just a taste of an exciting year ahead: Neshama Yoga, Friday, September 16th, 9:15am Sisterhood will be offering a trial class of Neshama Yoga in Temple Sholom's Youth Lounge. Neshama Yoga, developed by Jackie Tepper, RYT, is a fusion of Kundalini Yoga and Jewish spirituality. It accesses the healing and elevating effects of Kundalini Yoga within a Jewish context. Click here for information about this unique form of Yoga. Mahjonng, Monday, September 19th, 7:00pm Sisterhood will begin its monthly Mahonng evenings for experience and beginner players.Temple members and nonmembers are welcome! Our teacher, Stephanie Buckley, will be available monthly if needed. To play with Stephanie, fee is $10 - limited to 16 new players. You must rsvp to be insured a spot at a table. Please let us know if you can bring a mahjonng set! Look for further information on these and other Sisterhood programs online and in the mail soon. If you have any questions regarding any of Sisterhood programs, please call Phyllis Shapiro at (203) 637-7809 or email her at wigini@gmail.com. Sisterhood's Rosh Hashanah Greeting and Yizkor Book of Remembrance Have you received your mailing regarding participation in the annual Sisterhood New Year's/Rosh Hashanah greeting and Yizkor Book of Remembrance? Don't wait to respond! Deadline for participation is September 16th, 2011. For more information, call Debbie Finkelstein at (203) 625-3182 or email her at debbiefink@aol.com. Welcome Back to Temple Sholom Nursery and Religious School! Selma Maisel Nursery School Monday, September 12th, First Day for 3 day 2s (MWF), 3s and 4s. Tuesday, September 13th, First day for 2 day 2s and 3 day 2s (TTF). Click here for a complete nursery school calendar. Religious School Sunday, September 18th, First Day for Pre K - 2nd grades. Wednesday, September 20th, First Day for 3rd - 7th grades & Sababa. Click here for a complete religious school calendar. September 11th, 2001: Our Community Remembers As mourners and witnesses, we join with our community in remembering and honoring the lives that were lost on September 11th, 2001. Temple Sholom will hold a service of remembrance during our Sunday morning minyan on the morning of September 11th. Minyan services begin at 8:30am. Memorial prayers will take place at 9:00am. We will then share in a breakfast and text study in our Social Hall, starting at 9:15am. The Greenwich Community Commemoration will take place at 6:30pm at Town Hall. All are welcome. Temple Sholom Mission to Israel: Informational Meeting Tuesday, September 20th 7:00pm Don't miss out on this special opportunity to travel to the Holy Land on a trip led by Rabbi Mitch, Rev. Jim Lemler, and Temple Sholom staff members. Find out more at our congregational informational meeting on Tuesday, September 20th, at 7:00pm. For more information, or to reserve your spot, call Lori Baden, Senior Director of Membership and Programming, at (203) 542-7162, or email lori.baden@templesholom.com. Don't wait! Spaces are filling up quickly! Click here to view the itinerary of Temple Sholom's Israel Trip - February 9th - 19th, High Holiday 5772 Lunch 'n' Learn Series with Rav David and Cantor Asa Starting on Tuesday, September 6th through Tuesday, September 27th, our Lunch 'n' Learn series will resume, with Rav David and Cantor Asa helping us to prepare for the High Holidays. A kosher lunch will be provided. Tuesday, September 6th 12:00 - 1:00pm Isn't sitting in services enough? What to do and say in the month leading into Rosh Hashanah with Rav David. Tuesday, September 13th 12:00 - 1:00pm The Human as Shofar - Themes and Images of the Holy Day Prayers with Rav David. Tuesday, September 20th 12:00 - 1:00pm Getting Existential: Teshuva (Repentance) and the Remaking of the Self with Rav David Tuesday, September 27th 12:00 - 1:00pm High Holiday Melody Workshop with Cantor Asa. Come hear some of your favorite High Holiday melodies, and learn more about the composers and musicians who have shaped our sacred Festival liturgy. Cafe 5772: A Celebration of the Jewish New Year Our Jewish Network of Young Couples (JNYC) Fall Event Saturday evening, September 17th, at 8:00pm This gathering in honor of the coming Jewish New Year 5772 will be an evening of live music, great food, and socializing with friends, hosted by Jennifer and Alon Kutai. Featuring sushi and a dessert bar and live jazz under the stars! To RSVP or for more information, please contact Sarah Fradkin at (203) 204-2567 or email her at jnycgreenwich@gmail.com. Kids: Got Game? Parents: Want to coach? Join the JBL! We're looking for a few good 'ballers to put together one or more Temple Sholom teams for the 2011-12 season of the Westchester Jewish Basketball League. There are three divisions: 5th - 6th grade, 7th - 8th grade, and 9th - 12th grade. Both boys and girls who are not a senior varsity roster are eligible to play (teams are mixed gender, but mostly boys) and every player will participate in every game. The season runs from late November through early March, and games are once a week. If you're interested in playing or coaching, please come to our WJBL Informational Meeting in the Davis Lounge on Wednesday, September 21st, at 7:30pm. For more information or if you have questions, contact Temple Sholom's resident 'baller, Rav David, at (203) 542-7163, or at RavDavid@templesholom.com. High Holidays 5772 Rosh Hashanah begins Wednesday, September 28th at sundown. Start preparing for the Days of Awe with Temple Sholom's High Holiday resources. Click here to download forms, and to find out more! In and Around the Community... Petition Against a Unilaterally Declared Palestine The United Nations General Assembly may hold a vote this September on whether or not to endorse a unilaterally declared Palestinian and it is important that we be prepared for this possibility. In an effort to raise our collective voice against a unilaterally declared Palestinian state, JCRC-NY has created an online petition which will be presented at a major press conference at the UN in September. We invite you to click here to sign the petition: http:www.jcrcny.org/udipetition. Florence Melton Adult Mini School in Greenwich, CT is now open. Classes are held on Tuesday mornings, beginning on September 13th, 2011. For further information call 203-552-1818 or register on line at JCCGreewwich.org. Jewish Committee on Scouting - Open House for Cub and Boy Scouts, Sunday, September 18th at 7:00pm, at Hebrew Institute of White Plains, 20 Greenridge Avenue, White Plains. Let your son join in the fun, adventure and skill-building of the Scouts in an environment supportive of Jewish values and traditions from Westchester's only Jewish Boy Scouts Troop and Pack. For more information, visit at www.westchesterscouts.org. Meet & Mingle, the Network for Jewish Singles (ages 55+) offers individuals the opportunity to find companionship and commonalities through ongoing activities that build on similar interests. Their next program is MODERN DATING: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, HOW? Join Mathew Levy, creator and facilitator of "The Truth About Dating" forum, where participants share experiences, ask questions and gain new perspectives on dating. This event takes place on Thursday, September 8th at 7:00 pm at JFS of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich. Refreshments will be served. Cost is $10.00 (pre-paid by Wednesday, September 7th) and $15.00 at the door. Admission cost is payable by check to JFS of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich, CT 06830, or call Tatiana at (203) 622-1881 with credit card information.

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