TIC WEEKLY NEWS UPDATE    
February 16, 2017 
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Parashat Yitro

Friday, February 17
5:13 pm
Candle Lighting

5:15 pm
Shabbat Hamudim family service in Room 19

5:30 pm
Minhah/Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv
in Reception Hall 3   
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Saturday, February 18
9:00 am
Shabbat services in the Milstein Sanctuary

10:45 am
L'dor Va Dor
children and families join the congregation in the Milstein Sanctuary  
 
5:30 pm
Minhah services in the Irene Schwebel Chapel 
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Monday, February 20
9:00 am 
Shaharit services in the Irene Schwebel Chapel

8:00 pm 
Evening services in the Irene Schwebel Chapel

Please note that the Temple Israel Center office and schools will be closed on Monday, February 20, in observance of Presidents Day.
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SHABBAT HAMUDIM (CUTIE SHABBAT) - THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 5:15 PM 
Welcome Shabbat with family and friends as Rabbi Ari and Cantor Marcey Wagner lead this family-friendly service. Click here for details.
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PARASHAT HASHAVUAH - EVERY SHABBAT at 12:45 pm 

Learners in Grades K-5 are invited to join us in Rooms D and E to study the week's Torah portion.
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GALA 2017 IS WAITING FOR YOU! - SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 8:00 PM 
 
Temple Israel Center's Annual Gala and Fundraising Dinner is fast approaching, honoring Pam and Bruce Wexler, Diana and Craig Sklar, and Nancy Parkes for their service to the community. Support them -- and TIC -- by placing a journal ad, purchasing raffle tickets, and making your reservations. Just go to www.ticannualgala.org and get started.

Tomorrow, February 17, is the deadline for placing a journal ad!

The event chairs -- Bree Schonbrun Dumain,  Randi Kattan, and Cheryl Rosen -- and the TIC community thank you for your participation. We look forward to celebrating together!
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BREAKFAST AND LEARN WITH RABBI SHARGEL - THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 7:50 AM  

Begin your day with music and text, bagels and learning. Rabbi Shargel takes you on an exploration of a wide range of Israeli songs and the texts on which they are based. Click here for all the details.
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KEHILLAH KIDDUSH SPONSORSHIP INITIATIVE - FEBRUARY 18,
WRITERS/JOURNALISTS/AUTHORS/ADVERTISING 
 
This Shabbat, February 18 - Shabbat Yitro, we read about the giving of the Ten Commandments, considered some of the most important words in our ancient texts. Therefore we invite all people who work with words, including writers, journalists, authors, and those involved in advertising to be part of the Kehillah Kiddush Sponsorship team. You may still sign up as a sponsor for this Shabbat at the link below if you register by 9:00 am tomorrow morning (Friday, February 17).

Sponsoring a kiddush is a terrific way to support the Temple Israel Center community. TIC's Kehillah Kiddush initiative recognizes the many different professions represented in our community.  By participating as a Kehillah Kiddush sponsor for $36 on one or more of the following Shabbatot , you can honor your profession and help us reach our goal of including as many members of our community as possible as Kiddush sponsors!

Join the sponsorship team by going to www.templeisraelcenter.org/kehillah_kiddush to sign up.
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BREAKFAST SEMINAR - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 9:30 AM
TIC Brotherhood and the 5 Synagogues of White Plains Israel Action Committee present Dr. Eric Mandel, Director of the Middle East Political and Information Network, who will discuss the new administration, the Iran agreement, Israel, and the changing Middle East.

Click here to learn more about this breakfast seminar. This event is in collaboration with the Israel Action Committee of the 5 Synagogues of White Plains.
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HEBREW CRASH COURSE FOR ADULT BEGINNERS - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 8:00 PM 
This six-week course with Rabbinic Intern Louis Polisson will begin on Monday, February 27, from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Click here to learn more, or email l.polisson@templeisraelcenter.org
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CALLING ALL YOUNG JEWISH ROCK STARS - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 8:00 PM 
Are you a musician or singer between the ages of 12 and 18? Do you want to jam and learn Jewish music with other talented young musicians? Join Rabbinic Intern Louis Polisson as we explore the world of Jewish music with our instruments and voices! We'll be learning and playing it all, from American Jewish rock to Middle Eastern Jewish music. Bring your instrument and join the band on Wednesday, March 1, from 8:00 pm to 8:45 pm in Room 20! 

Please email Rabbinic Intern Louis Polisson at l.polisson@templeisraelcenter.org if you or your child is planning to join and if you have any questions.
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TIC WELCOMES THE SHAHARIT LECTURE SERIES 
Beginning Tuesday, March 7, Temple Israel Center will host a five-part series of talks presented by Shaharit, a think tank that brings together Israelis of diverse religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

The first event is a talk by journalist and writer Nazir Magally. His discussion topic will be "Palestinian and Israeli." Click here for details or email Nancy Parkes at n.parkes@templeisraelcenter.org.
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JULIAN Y. BERNSTEIN AWARD - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 7:30 PM 
TIC's own Sandra Costin will be presented with the Julian Y. Bernstein Distinguished Service Award for her outstanding work as a Jewish community volunteer. Click here for details about this free event, hosted by Temple Israel Center.
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EVENING OF EMPATHY INCLUSION EVENT - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 7:00 PM 
TIC, along with other Jewish agencies in Westchester, presents an evening for adults and teens offering opportunities to learn about mental health challenges, inclusion, and LGBTQ issues. Click here for session details or email TIC's Director of Inclusion, Michelle Steinhart, at m.steinhart@templeisraelcenter.org.
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REGISTER NOW FOR AIPAC - MARCH 26-28 
Join Rabbi Ari Isenberg-Grzeda and fellow TIC members in Washington, DC, for this conference that is more important now than ever before. Contact Adam Engel at 646-360-1543 or aengel@aipac.org for information and to learn more about TIC's delegation. Click here to view Rabbi Ari's video presentation.
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YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMMING 
PURIM IS AROUND THE CORNER - SATURDAY, MARCH 11
Watch for details coming soon!

PURIM CARNIVAL - SUNDAY, MARCH 12, 11:00 AM
Come one, come all to the TIC Gym for two hours of fun and games. Click here for more information, or contact Cantor Marcey Wagner at m.wagner@templeisraelcenter.org. 

TEFILLAH MAVENS -- EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:00 PM
Calling all TIC learners in grades 6 and up! Come sing with Cantor Marcey Wagner, Cantor George Mordecai, and Community Educator, Amy Rosenbaum, and learn the Shabbat service better. This is great preparation for all, including those learners within a year of their becoming Bar/Bat Mitzvah. If you are interested, just show up at 6:00 pm on Wednesday or stay following Shorashim dismissal.   Tefillah Mavens will conclude at 6:30 pm. 
 
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NURSERY SCHOOL NEWS   

J-FEST PRESENTS DR. MAURICE ELIAS - THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 7:30 PM 
Most people want to help their children grow up to be mensches, but this is not easy in today's world. Dr. Maurice Elias, Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University, will discuss practical approaches to turning "oys" into "joys" of parenting. Click here for more information.

BOOK COLLECTION
The Nursery School Hesed Committee and Shorashim will be collecting gently used books through mid-March, in conjunction with our upcoming book fair (March 22- March 27). Books will be donated to the Infant-Toddler Learning Center and the Parent-Child Center through WJCS (Westchester Jewish Community Services). Please drop off your gently used books either in the NS lobby or in the collection box outside the Shorashim office. Thank you for helping us teach the children that we can make the world a better place.

SUPPORT THE TIC NURSERY SCHOOL WHEN YOU SHOP 
Click here to support the Nursery School whenever you shop on Amazon. Remember to bookmark it, too!

To learn more about the TIC Nursery School, please contact the Nursery School Director, Patty Goldstick at 914-948-2800, x126 or email  p.goldstick@templeisraelcenter.org.
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SHORASHIM AND HAVURAT TORAH NEWS 

H
UG IVRIT
(HEBREW ENHANCEMENT CLUB) - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27   
Our next five-week session is called " Ani Ohave Shokolad/ I Love Chocolate."  If you are interested in having your K-5 grader participate, please contact Lisa Schwartz at l.schwartz@templeisraelcenter.org.

BOOK COLLECTION
The Nursery School Hesed Committee and Shorashim will be collecting gently used books through mid-March, in conjunction with our upcoming book fair (March 22- March 27). Books will be donated to the Infant-Toddler Learning Center and the Parent-Child Center through WJCS (Westchester Jewish Community Services). Please drop off your gently used books either in the NS lobby or in the collection box outside the Shorashim office. Thank you for helping us teach the children that we can make the world a better place.

SEE SHORASHIM IN ACTION - TAKE A TOUR
As you plan the next chapter in your child's Jewish education, include a Sunday morning tour of Shorashim classes in action. See what we do and how we learn. Contact Lisa Schwartz at 914-948-2800, x122, or email l.schwartz@templeisraelcenter.com to schedule a tour and a conversation.
 
FIRST FRIDAY SHABBAT DINNER - MARCH 3
The next First Friday event - featuring our 6th graders - is ready for you! On March 3, join us as we welcome Shabbat and enjoy a lovely Shabbat dinner with family and friends. Click here to register. 
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SISTERHOOD BOOK DISCUSSION - FEBRUARY 22, 7:45 PM
The next book up for discussion is Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg by Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik. The meeting is on Wednesday, February 22, at 7:45 PM, at the home of Minda Feinberg. Diane Lipken will lead this month's discussion. Please email Minda at mindfein@aol.com.
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TIC AUTHORS WANTED
Have you written a book that you would like included in the TIC March Book Fair?  We would love to include you.  Please contact us at ticbookfair@gmail.com.  
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MARK SUNDAY, MAY 7 ON YOUR CALENDARS
On May 7 at 7:00 pm, Cantor Jacob Mendelson will be presenting an evening on "The Cantor's Couch" at TIC. Come along on this journey through Cantor Mendelson's real-life stories. More details are on the way!
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HELP FURTHER THE MISSION OF THE TIC INCLUSION COMMITTEE
 
The TIC Inclusion Committee works on exploring and improving issues related to anyone who feels excluded in any way, including people with disabilities and learning differences, the LGBTQ community, or those experiencing mental health issues. Anyone who needs our services, please contact Michelle Steinhart, TIC's Director of Inclusion, at m.steinhart@templeisraelcenter.org.

To join the committee in its work, please contact Michelle Steinhart or Robin Friedman at chairrskf18@gmail.com.
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SHABBAT MORNING EARLY ARRIVALS

 

In order to better ensure the safety of our congregants, those entering the building prior to 8:45 am on Saturday mornings should use the front door by the Main Office, where we will have a security guard posted beginning at 8:00 am.  Thank you for your cooperation.
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TIC FOOD VOLUNTEERS

Do you know where YOUR next meal is coming from?  

Would you like to help someone who doesn't? 

Join the TIC Food Volunteers!  We prepare more than 150 meals on the first Sunday of every month for the hungry and homeless.  Meals are prepared in volunteers' homes and brought to TIC for transport to The Sharing Community in Yonkers, NY. To learn how you can help, contact Judith Grand at (914) 328-3322 or  foodvolunteer@gmail.com.     

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USY METNY KADIMA KINNUS - MARCH 3-4 
 
The Merrick Jewish Center is hosting this great event for 5th - 7th graders. Click here for more information or go to metnyusy.org to register.
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UNITED WAY 2-1-1 HELPLINE
 
Need Help? Speak to Real People and Get Real Answers
United Way's 2-1-1 is a free, confidential, multilingual information and referral helpline open 365 days a year, 9:00 am-7:00 pm. Our knowledgeable call specialists are here to listen, to care, and most of all, to give you the information you need on:  food, housing and shelters, abuse prevention, government services, senior services, health& mental health, child care, job assistance and more.

To speak to someone dial 2-1-1 from any phone or visit
www.uwwp.org/get-help  
 
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WJCS KOSHER MEAL DELIVERY 
WJCS kosher Meals-on-Wheels program is looking for volunteer drivers. Monthly, biweekly, or occasionally; we'll work with your schedule. Contact Eileen at 914-668-4350, or eoleet@wjcs.com.

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CONNECT TO CARE INITIATIVE

Click here for complete program details.

 

Connect to Care at Westchester Jewish Community Services is a multi-faceted approach to helping those in the Westchester Jewish community that are affected by economic crisis.  The staff at Connect to Care will help you maximize your chances for success in your career search.  At the Center there are workstations with computer/internet access, copier and fax machines, and a lounge available for informal networking.  

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Shabbat Hamudim
GALA 2017!
Breakfast and Learn
Kehillah Kiddush Sponsorship
Purim Events
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MINYANIM AT TIC!
Support fellow congregants who want to pray in a community as well as those who are saying Kaddish.  It is an act of great kindness. We gather in the lrene Schwebel Chapel at 7:10 am Monday-Friday, at 8:00 pm Monday-Thursday, and at 9:00 am and 8:00 pm on Sunday.   Check our calendar for minyanim times on Shabbat.    

To join the minyan corps, contact
TIC COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
- Support TIC mourners during shiva week by being part of shiva minyanim. To participate in this act of hesed, email Caren Zelicof. 

- Celebrating a simha or remembering a loved one? You can share the commemoration by sponsoring a Shabbat kiddush. Email Rachel Jurisz or call her at 914-948-2800 x111.

- Dedicating one or more copies of Siddur Lev Shalem is another great way to commemorate a yahrtzeit or to celebrate a simha. Click here to get started. 

- Birthday parties are great fun at TIC! For gym or room rental details, email Rachel Jurisz.

- Share your good news with the TIC community. Email Susan Galla with details about your
s'mahot, or call her at 914-948-2800 x112.