August 18, 2017 
26 Av, 5777
Community Professional Development Conference is Fast Approaching


Excited to invite Early Childhood, Religious, and Day School Teachers to a Community Professional Development Conference, on Sunday, September 10th. It is being held at Kellman Brown Academy. 

The focus will be on helping eductators create a warm and welcoming classroom and community. It will also feature Dr. Ron Wolfson as the keynote speaker. 

Registration is at 11:30am, the program begins at 12:00pm and lunch will be served. 

RSVP to your director and click here  for more details. 

Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey |  jewishsouthjersey.org
Rabbi Rayna Grossman takes over as Lions Gate’s religious director

Rabbi Rayna Grossman, the new director of religious services at Lions Gate, didn’t need a tour to get to know Lions Gate, Dubin, Gesher and Saltzman Houses, the residences that make up Jewish Senior Housing & Healthcare Service (JSHHS), an agency of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey. She also did not need to introduce herself to the residents and staff. That’s because she has spent the past two years building relationships.

“I’ve been here the past two years as a rabbinic intern,” said Grossman, who was ordained this past spring at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College in Wyncote, PA. Earlier this summer, Grossman took over from Rabbi Lewis Eron, who retired after 24 years as Lions Gate’s director of religious services and community chaplain.

Click here  to read more. 

Jewish Community Voice |  jewishvoicesnj.org
Let’s Talk about Relationships…

In the latest Money Matters column in the Jewish Community Voice, the topic of the day is relationships. Specifically, relationships between you and organizations.

On Sunday, September 10th Dr. Ron Wolfson will be here in SNJ to discuss his book, “Relational Judaism.” It’s a hot topic, and the Jewish Community Foundation, Inc. invites you to be a part of this important conversation that could impact the future of our beloved local Jewish organizations. 

Click here to read the full column or click here to learn more about the event.


The Jewish Community Foundation, Inc.  jcfsnj.org
Former Eagle Brian Dawkins to Keynote Katz JCC Sports Award Dinner

Brian Dawkins, former Philadelphia Eagles player and 9-time Pro-Bowl player, will be the keynote speaker at the Katz JCC’s 7th annual Sports Award Dinner, presented by NFI and the Ravitz Family Foundation, on Wednesday, September 13. Dawkins joins the ranks of past keynote speakers who include Donovan McNabb, Cole Hamels, Shane Victorino, Aly Raisman, LeSean McCoy, Chip Kelly and Charles Barkley, and will speak about the inspiring impact that sports has had on his life and share some stories of his favorite moments of his football career. In addition, the event will honor three local Jewish community members who have made an impact in sports: Dr. Merrick Wetzler will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award, Haley Cohen will receive the David Back Memorial Maccabi Award and Ken Hoffman will receive the People’s Choice Award.

To learn more and purchase your tickets, please click here

Katz Jewish Community Center |  katzjcc.org
Stand up to Prejudice & Bigotry…March with us on Oct. 8th!    

We know there are those in the community who want to help make a positive difference in our community following the despicable demonstration of hate on full display in Charlottesville, Virginia. While there are times when a one-time vigil or rally may provide a “sense of community” in the aftermath of a tragedy, the JCRC and our Raab/Goodwin Holocaust Education Center believe strongly not only in words but in action. That is why for the past 18 years, we have dedicated a significant portion of our budget to support our Holocaust Education programs that teach about the effects of prejudice, bigotry and hatred and why we must all be “upstanders and not bystanders” each and every day. 

Join us as our community comes together at our 5th annual March of Remembrance , our single largest educational fundraiser, to support the work of our Raab/Goodwin Holocaust Education Center which is set for Sunday, October 8th at 9:00am.

THIS IS YOUR CHANCE to literally “walk the walk and talk the talk” as hundreds of us participate in this community gathering to stand up against the intolerance and hate.  PLEASE register to take part in this special program or at the very least take a moment to make a gift to support our continuing efforts in the years ahead.

Jewish Community Relations Council |  jcrcsnj.org
Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey
For a full listing of local events, please visit our  Community Calendar
Learn about the latest trends in your field and network with others in the community to collaborate, innovate, and spark change for our South Jersey Jewish community. 
Sunday, September 10, 11:30am

Register now for this engaging event in collaboration with Jewish Community Foundation, Inc., featuring Dr. Wolfson who will show you how to use the power of relationships to transform synagogues and organizations.   
Sunday, September 10, 7pm
Register today! Sponsored by Platt Memorial Chapels. 
Sunday, September 17, 6:30pm

Save-the-date for the Federation's Major Gifts event which will be held at the National Liberty Museum. 
Thursday, November 2, 6pm

No experience needed. Beginners : 7:30 – 8:15 pm. Intermediate 8:15 – 9:30 pm. $7.00 per class
Tuesday, 29

Support our annual back to school drive and help kids succeed. Drop off school supplies, bookbags, notebooks etc. Sponsored by Social Action Committee 856-608-1200

Sisterhood & Boscov’s presents “Friends Helping Friends”. Purchase a $5 shopping pass and receive 25% off your purchases. Passes available in the Adath office
Tuesday, October 17, 9am – 11pm

End our Summer celebration events at our Splash Pad with a fun Moon Bounce activity! All are welcome to attend this free event!
Tuesday, August 22 - 5:30 - 7pm  

Fred Behrend and Larry Hanover, authors of Rebuilt From Broken Glass, will be here for a book reading and signing for our first CoLeL event of the year. You do not want to miss this inspiring night!
Thursday, September 14, 7pm

Kick off the New Year with your Beth El family and friends! Enjoy Cafe Beth El, a New Member Welcome Ceremony, Community Mitzvah Project, Music Room Dedication, and so much more! Click here for more information. 
Sunday, September 17, 9am - 12pm

Join Rabbi Nathan from CBT and Ms. Jill from the JCC to welcome Shabbat with singing and a story. Bring your own dinner and play on the playground. In case of rain we will meet at CBT for singing and a story only (no dinner).
Friday, August 18, 6pm
 
Please join us for a Mr. Softee Treat and family-friendly Shabbat service led by Rabbi Nathan. All are welcome! Co-sponsored by CBT's Membership Committee and the Sari Isdaner Early Childood Center of the Katz JCC
Friday, September 8, 7pm 

Exploring Reform/Progressive Judaism’s relationship with Israel, current “hot topics” making news, perspectives on our role as American Jews, Israel’s plurality of voices, future of Israel & its relations with the Diaspora
Thursday, August 23, 10:30am 

Each Shabbat morning, either Torah Study or our Spice Up Your Judaism program will enrich your Shabbat experience. Check the synagogue calendar for the schedule.
Saturdays, through August 26,10am

Summer Kabbalat Shabbat Service Schedule – through September 1. We celebrate monthly birthdays July 28 & August 25. Webcast.
Fridays, through September 1, 6:30pm 

Shabbat Services  Fridays, 6:15pm & Saturdays, 9:30am

A Shabbat especially for families with a professional storyteller, s’more making and prayer outdoors by the glow of a fire as it naturally goes out. Shabbat at 5:45pm, Pot Luck, S'mores, and storytelling 6:30pm.   
Friday, August 18

Join us for a tribute to Debbie Friedman with a short documentary of her life and the Temple Sinai Choir singing her prayers at Shabbat Services.   
Friday, August 25, 7pm

Stop in to observe the Temple Sinai Religious School and start your children on their journey to a lifelong love of Jewish learning and living
Sunday, September 10, 9am


Relax with friends with a free drink and inspiration. Grades 9-12. FREE Starbucks: 1192 Route 70, Cherry Hill. Contact Rabbi E. at  edelsteiny@ncsy.org
Every Monday, 7:30pm

An exciting and humorous learning experience with Rabbi Yisroel Tzvi Serebrowski. FREE and open to the community. Light refreshments. Contact us at 908.770.8248.
Every Monday, 7:45pm

Expand your inner being and individual growth using the Mishnah. Free and open to women of the community. Light refreshments. Contact Mrs. Sarah Fineman at 856.979.8363.
Every Tuesday, 11:30am

Save-the-date! The Esther Raab Holocaust Museum & Goodwin Education Center will be hosting its 5th annual March of Remembrance. 
Sunday, October 8

Cool things to do before the kids head back to school! Various day trips to awesome, kid-friendly locations.
August 21 - 25 & August 28 - September 1

Say farewell to summer in style! Enjoy a BBQ, live music by Mystic Bowie and giveaways.
Sunday, September 3

Join us as we celebrate fall and 75 years at camp at our third annual fall festival! Hayrides, arts and crafts, face painting, rock climbing, 75th anniversary celebrations and much more.
Sunday, September 17
 
Come and join us at Woodcrest Elementary School for our beautiful and musical Shabbat morning services followed by a Shabbat lunch with the Nafshenu community. Be inspired. Click here to RSVP
Saturday, August 19, 9:30am

Get energized and join your Nafshenu community at Urban Promise in Camden for this powerful and transformative social justice leadership training. Sign up here . There is a $20 cost per person to attend. *Rally Against Hate follows at 2:30 pm at Urban Promise 
Sunday, August 20, 10am - 2pm


Volunteers Needed to Cook, Package and Deliver Meals. To register to volunteer, times and details, click here
Wednesday September 13 & Tuesday, September 19

At JFED Commons, 1721 Springdale Road.  Click here to register to help. 
Sunday, October 1, 9am – 2pm
Need help getting around Jewish South Jersey? Let Aleph Home Care take you where you want to go with transportation services to and from events listed in the Fed Flash.

Learn more: 
Call 856.685.5700

1301 Springdale Road, Suite 200
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
856.751.9500 | jewishsouthjersey.org