 Weekly E-NewZ Blast
January 5, 2017 7 Tevet 5777
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Shalom,
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Chanukah is over, 2017 has begun, and now it's time to prepare for Purim!
 Beth El Women has several dates and times lined up to bake hamantashen. Join in the fun. It's a great community-building event. Children ten and up with a parent are welcome. Proceeds benefit our Education Programs.
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| New This Week! |
Scan below for new items listed this week.
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, January 6
5:30 pm Gesher Dinner
6:30 pm
Shabbat Hallelu
Saturday, January 7
9:00 am
Torah Study
10:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service, Shawn Vinogradsky Becomes Bar Mitzvah
Sunday, January 8
9:00 am Rishonim
9:30 am Teva Time - offsite
11:20 am Hebrew
2:00 pm Peace Village Mural Project
Monday, January 9
3:15 pm Hebrew
7:00 pm BEW Speaker
7:00 pm Or HaLev
Tuesday, January 10
8:00 am
Morning Minyan
12:00 pm Lunchtime Learning Circle
3:00 pm Hebrew
7:00 pm Lay Led Torah Study
Wednesday, January 11
1:30 pm Hebrew
7:00 pm Dementia Awareness Panel
Thursday, January 12
12:00 pm Senior Friendship Club
7:30 pm Brotherhood
7:30 pm Ed Committee
Friday, January 13
6:30 pm Erev Shabbat Service
Saturday, January 14
9:00 am Tot Shabbat
9:00 am Torah Study
10:30 am Shabbat Morning Service, Ellis Becker-Lipton Becomes
Bar Mitzvah
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Schedule of Shabbat Services
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Friday, January 6
6:30 pm
Shabbat Hallelu
10:30 am Shabbat Morning Service, Shawn Vinogradsky Becomes Bar Mitzvah
Friday, January 13
6:30 pm Erev Shabbat Service
Saturday, January 14
10:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service, Ellis Becker-Lipton Becomes
Bar Mitzvah
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In Memoriam
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We express our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of the recently departed.
We remember those who have passed away in the last month including
Amy Gold
Granddaughter-in-law of Marilyn
and Marvin Greenwald
Ina Friedman
Mother of Monica Oestreich (Ken), grandmother of Sophie and Max
Maggie Prost
Carol Harband
Wife of Martin Harband
Mother of Jordan Harband (Crystal Glenn) and
Hilary De Hope (Travis De Hope)
Robert Gross
Brother of Debbie Birger (Stu)
Dr. Stephen J. Losben
Father of Joshua (Shwa) Losben
Father-in-law of Rabbi Lisa Kingston
May their memory be a blessing.
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Chai Giving Annual Appeal
(Formerly Give Once)
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Our Annual Appeal is being extended through the end of January
Every gift, big or small, is meaningful and makes a difference. Raise the Bar! Think Chai!
Please help to sustain the programs that you have come to know and love. Thank you to all who have already donated.
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Is Your House In Order?
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BEW Speaker Series
Monday, January 9, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Join us for a brief meeting followed by our guest speaker, Nazar Ghosseiri. Nazar is a local attorney who will be talking about the importance of estate planning and other affairs to have order in your house and in your life. An important topic for women of all ages! Our program will begin at 7:30 pm after a brief meeting and will be followed by a short Q and A period.
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Peace Village Unity Mural Project
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Sunday, January 8, 2:00 pm at PTBE
 Peace Village is a program that brings children together from many faiths in our community each summer through camp. In summer, each day camper attends programming at the many congregations throughout the Peninsula, including PTBE.
You and your family are invited to join Peace Villagers at PTBE for an opportunity to express unity through art. We will be painting several large canvases, of which each community can take back and mount for all to see.
It's time to put on your art clothes and have fun while creating positive change in the world. Please wear appropriate clothing to paint with acrylics.
Facilitated by Nancy Gittleman, Art Educator, PTBE member
Open to individuals and families from congregations affiliated with Peace Village and Peninsula Multifaith Coalition (PMC)
Suggested donation to cover supplies: $5 per family (no one will be turned away)
RSVP to Nancy with names, number attending, and affiliated congregation.
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Dementia Awareness Panel
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 Wednesday, January 11
7:00 - 9:00 pm at PTBE
Presented by
Seniors at Home, a Division of Jewish Family and Children's Services
A diagnosis of dementia can be overwhelming for families as they search for information, resources, and support. This enlightening panel discussion will give you the knowledge and help to navigate the path as you move forward.
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5th Annual Multifaith Day of Service
Monday, January 16
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bringing together our diverse faith communities to build bridges of understanding and respect, you will work side by side with those of other faiths and cultures to benefit our local community. The day begins with an inspiring talk from faith leaders at the volunteer breakfast. Following breakfast, volunteers will break into groups to work together on 25+ projects that benefit our local community.
There are still quite a few spots remaining that need your help.
 Donate New or Gently Used Books for Ages 5 - 9
Drop off to the temple office by
January 15
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Women's March - San Francisco
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 Saturday, January 21
San Francisco
4:00 pm Rally
6:00 pm March
If you are interested in joining a PTBE contingency (men, women, friends), contact Shelley Smith.
The Women's March is a national movement to unify and empower everyone who stands for human rights, civil liberties, and social justice for all.
We stand together in solidarity for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families -- recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country.
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Consultation on Conscience
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Join Rabbi Sara as a Delegate to Consultation on Conscience
April 30 - May 2 in
Washington, DC
Consultation on Conscience is the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism's biennial social justice leadership conference. Held over three days in Washington, DC, Consultation empowers the Reform Jewish Movement through leadership development, opportunities for networking, and community building, and active dialogue culminating in an afternoon of advocacy on Capitol Hill.
Contact
Cindi if you would like to be a delegate.
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PTBE Book Club
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Tuesday, January 31
7:00 - 9:00 pm
 The Life Before Us ("Madame Rosa") by Romain Gary
Join in the discussion led by Rabbi Lisa Kingston and Lisa Meltzer Penn.
The Life Before Us is the story of an orphaned Arab boy and his devotion to Madame Rosa, a dying, 68-year-old survivor of Auschwitz and retired "lady of the night."
Books are available to borrow. Contact
Cindi.
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West Coast Party Jr. for Middle Schoolers
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January 11 - 13 at Camp Newman (MLK Weekend)
You're invited to an exclusive weekend for 6th to 8th graders from all over the Western U.S.! Reunite with camp friends, meet new friends, play sports, create art and enjoy a magical camp Shabbat. Discover the fun of Jewish camping, NFTY678 and have a ton of fun! Registration is open.
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Events Around the Bay and Beyond
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Jewish Singles Party for 50s-60s
January 14, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, at Congregation Beth Am
Bernard-Henri Lévy, superstar French philosopher
Monday, January 16, at the Oshman Family JCC, Palo Alto
Author of
The Genius of Judaism
. Click here for tickets.
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Help Us Help You
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|  We are a caring community, and we want to know if any of our members are ill or in the hospital. If you know of someone who is in need of special attention, please be in touch with any of our clergy. Because of privacy policies, hospitals do not inform us when a member is a patient.
Also, if you know of a family in need of meals or a visit from the Caring Committee, please contact Lolli in the temple office. We are here for our community, and we want to offer comfort and support to all of our families. Please communicate with us so that we can be there for you and your family in your time of need. |
Join PTBE's LinkedIn Group
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LinkedIn has become a valuable resource in the business world for job hunting, finding people who have expertise that may be needed,  networking, and developing and nurturing contacts. One of the best ways to get the most out of LinkedIn is through its various groups.
Sanford Friedman has volunteered to administer the Group and can help you with any questions. He can be contacted by email or at 415-346-2455.
Join our LinkedIn Group, another way to enhance our vibrant PTBE community!
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Gan Hazikaron - Garden of Remembrance
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Skylawn Memorial Park, Highway 92 at Skyline Boulevard, San Mateo
Serving the Jewish Community of the Peninsula, Maintained by PTBE
One of Northern California's most beautiful memorial parks, overlooking the coastal hills. Pre-need arrangements available and encouraged, with discounts for PTBE members. For information, contact Eric Stone.
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Watch Services Live or On Demand
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If you are unable to attend Erev Shabbat or Shabbat morning services, you are now able to watch services streaming live on your computer or watch on demand at a later date. Here is the
link.
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Donate Motor Vehicles, Jewelry, & Real Estate
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Peninsula Temple Beth El
1700 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403
650.341.7701
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