Shabbat Tazria-Metzora
Friday, April 28
5:50 pm
Minhah/Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv in Reception Hall 3
6:30 pm
Teen Service and Dinner in the Youth Lounge
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Saturday, April 29 - 18th Day of the Omer
8:00 am
Theology on Shabbat in the Irene Schwebel Chapel
9:00 am
Shabbat services in the Milstein Sanctuary
Bat Mitzvah - Julia Schnipper
Baby Naming - Juliet Handwerker
9:30 am
Havurah Minyan in the Irene Schwebel Chapel
10:45 am
Ruah on
Shabbat in the Lower Level Conference Room
Simhat Shabbat in Rooms D&E
Tot Shabbat in the Tot Shabbat Room
Minhah services in the Irene Schwebel Chapel
followed by Seudah Shelishit in Reception Hall 3
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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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CANCELLED - LION AT THE FOX TONIGHT
Rabbi Ari is heeding the suggestion of The Brazen Fox to
not meet tonight in deference to the Rangers playoff game. There will be a larger crowd than usual and much more noise, thus not so conducive to discussing Torah at the bar.
Plan to join us at our next session on
Monday, May 15!
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BREAKFAST AND LEARN WITH RABBI SHARGEL - THIS FRIDAY,
APRIL 29, 7:50 AM
Begin your day with Rabbi Shargel as she continues the musical journey through our sacred texts.
Click here for more details about the program.
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KEHILLAH KIDDUSH SPONSORSHIP INITIATIVE - THIS
SHABBAT,
APRIL 29, HEALING PROFESSIONS
Shabbat, April 29 - Shabbat Tazria-Metzora - describes the ritual of purifying and reintegrating into the community those who have recovered from leprosy. Therefore we invite doctors, nurses, medical technicians, psychologists, and all in the healing professions to be part of the Kehillah Kiddush Sponsorship team. Plan to sign up as a sponsor for this Shabbat at the link below by registering by 9:00 am this Friday, April 28.
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!
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TIC BROTHERHOOD ANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEON - THIS SUNDAY,
APRIL 30, 1:00 PM
Brotherhood is honoring our 2017 Man of the Year Seth Mandelbaum and Youths of the Year Joshua Brunnlehrman, Jeremy Costin, and Sydnie Holder, and J. Harold Nissen is the recipient of the Hudson Valley Regional award. Join us in celebrating our TIC honorees on April 30 at our neighboring synagogue, Shaare Tikvah in Scarsdale. This is the Hudson Valley's 14th annual Chavayrim Kol Yisrael Awards Luncheon.
Click here to make a luncheon reservation and to place a journal ad supporting this year's honorees. If you have questions about the event or the registration process, please call Harold Nissen at 914-723-4533.
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YOM HA'ATZMAUT SHUK EXPERIENCE - MONDAY, MAY 1, 6:00 PM
Join us for TIC's
Yom Ha'atzmaut celebration, which will include falafel and ice cream trucks, Israeli music and dancing, hands-on art activities, a scavenger hunt, and so much more.
Click here to get all the details and to register. Questions? Contact Cantor Marcey Wagner at
m.wagner@templeisraelcenter.org.
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THE CANTOR'S COUCH
AT TIC -
SUNDAY,
MAY 7,
7:00 PM
Don't miss out!
Click here to purchase tickets and
to become a sponsor of this great evening!
Cantor Jacob Mendelson - TIC's Cantor Emeritus - will star in a one-man show,
The Cantor's Couch, for one night only. Let the original music and Cantor Mendelson's true-life stories carry you along on this exhilarating journey.
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CANCELLED - TORAH TROPE CRASH COURSE
Due to scheduling conflicts, Rabbi Shargel is cancelling the sessions for the Torah trope class. However, if you are interested in learning Torah trope, please email
Rabbi Shargel directly to make individual arrangements.
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JEWISH AGING FOR ALL GENERATIONS - A THREE-PART SERIES
Monday, May 8, at 7:00 pm
Jessica Rozenshteyn, CSW CGCM,
discusses "
Geriatric Care Management: What is it and could anyone in your family be a candidate for it?"
Monday, May 15, at 7:00 pm
Rabbi Michael Goldman
discusses "
Creating Better Emotional Lives for People Affected by Dementia."
Monday, May 22, at 7:00 pm
Heidi Weiss
discusses "Having the Conversation."
Click here to learn more about the sessions, or email Michelle Steinhart, Director of Inclusion.
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SHAHARIT LECTURE SERIES - TUESDAY, MAY 9, 7:30 PM
The
Shaharit Lecture Series continues, presented by Temple Israel Center.
Shaharit is a think tank that brings together Israelis of diverse religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
The
May 9 event is a talk by
Racheli Ibenboim, leader of
Shaharit's Haredi department. Her discussion topic will be "From Isolationism to Integration: New developments in the Israeli Haredi community that just might change Israeli society as we know it."
Click here for details or email Nancy Parkes at
n.parkes@templeisraelcenter.org.
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TIC'S SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE EVENT
- SHABBAT
,
MAY 12-13
Renowned author, journalist, and essayist
Judith Shulevitz will be our guest for a Shabbat with the theme,
"P'nei Shabbat: Aspects of the Sabbath World."
Click here for more details, and then
click here to make your reservations. Questions? Email
Nancy Parkes, Director of Congregational Learning.
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LAG BA'OMER FOLK JAM
- SATURDAY, MAY 13, 7:00 PM
Fill the night with music at the home of Cantor George Mordecai. Join friends and neighbors for this kick-back evening of song, with coffee and dessert too. When the three stars shine, the music will follow!
Click here to RSVP, and click here to learn more.
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LEARN ABOUT HAGBAH
- SUNDAY, MAY 21, 11:30 AM
Here's a chance to lift your spirits as you learn how to lift the Torah. Rabbi Ari will explain the background and the process of Hagbah at this session. Click here for all the details.
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SISTERHOOD ANNUAL TORAH FUND DINNER
- WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 7:30 PM
Support your Sisterhood and the work they do for JTS and its affiliates by attending the annual Torah Fund dinner on Wednesday, June 7. This year the honorees are Beth Grafman and Eva Toth. Click here for the RSVP form.
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UNITY DAY
- FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 6:00 PM
Mark your calendars and plan to join friends and neighbors as TIC hosts this annual event, in collaboration with Bet Am Shalom and Kol Ami congregations. Watch for details coming soon for this inspiring annual event.
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YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMMING
YOM HA'ATZMAUT SHUK EXPERIENCE -- MONDAY, MAY 1, 6:00 PM
Join the TIC community as we celebrate Israel's birthday with music and dancing, games and activities, food trucks with Israeli specialties, and more. Click here to register.
HALUTZIM SHABBAT BRUNCH (GRADES K-2) -- MAY 13, 10:15 AM
HESED OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL TIC FAMILIES - APRIL, MAY, JUNE
Donate school supplies to children in need. Bring your items to the "collection trunk" in front of Cantor Marcey's office. We are partnering with Westchester Jewish Community Services to help children in need right here in Westchester County. See the supplies list here
:
http://www.wjcs.com/annual-back-to-school-drive/
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 AND KINDERGARTEN SHABBAT DINNER - MAY 12, 5:15 PM
This beautiful, musical, and participatory Kabbalat Shabbat service will be led by Patty Goldstick, Associate Rabbi Ari Isenberg-Grzeda, Cantor George Mordecai, and Cantor Marcey Wagner. Services begin at 5:15 pm, followed by a Shabbat chicken dinner. Click here to register.
JOIN US FOR CAMP 2017!
If you are looking for a wonderful, loving, and fabulous day camp, you have come to the right place! Mahane Rishon - My First Camp, for toddlers and incoming 2s, 3s, and 4s, is the perfect option providing a rich and wonderful camp experience. Click here for our Camp brochure. Click here for our Camp registration packet.
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!
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SHORASHIM AND
HAVURAT TORAH NEWS
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.
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2017-2018
SHORASHIM AND
HAVURAT TORAH SCHOOL YEAR
IS NOW OPEN!
Act now to register your child for the upcoming school year. Click here for tuition information and the registration form. And read below to find out about taking a tour!
HEATHER STOLTZ ART EXHIBIT - SUNDAY, MAY 7, 2:00 PM
Heather facilitated a Sukkot project for our teens last fall and we'd like to share an upcoming event that will showcase her talents. Her art will be displayed at the Harrison Public Library. The opening reception is
Sunday, May 7, from
2:00-4:00 pm. Click here for more information.
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ESED OPPORTUNITY FOR SHORASHIM AND ALL TIC FAMILIES - APRIL, MAY, JUNE
Donate school supplies to children in need. Bring your items to the "collection trunk" in front of Cantor Marcey's office. We are partnering with Westchester Jewish Community Services to help children in need right here in Westchester County. See the supplies list here
:
http://www.wjcs.com/annual-back-to-school-drive/
KINDERGARTEN AND NURSERY SCHOOL SHABBAT DINNER - MAY 12, 5:15 PM
This beautiful, musical, and interactive Kabbalat Shabbat service will be led by Patty Goldstick, Associate Rabbi Ari Isenberg-Grzeda, Cantor George Mordecai, and Cantor Marcey Wagner. Services begin at 5:15 pm, followed by a Shabbat chicken dinner. Click here to register.
TEMPLE ISRAEL ZERO WASTE KIDDUSH INVITE
Calling all teens! Get involved with TIC's Zero Waste Kiddush compost initiative headed up by Judah Aber. Volunteers are needed to stand by the compost, recycle, and waste containers to guide our community on what is compostable vs. disposable vs. recyclable during Kiddush. Select the time(s) you'd like to help out by following this SignUpGenius link: Zero Waste Volunteers.
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THREE GREAT TEEN EVENTS!
Friday, April 28 - Teen Shabbat Service and Dinner (8th-12th grades), 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us in the Lower Level Conference Room for your own service led by other teens. Dinner will follow in the Youth Lounge.
RSVP to Jessica Cohen by e-mail, j.cohen@templeisraelcenter.org by Sunday, April 23.
Sunday, April 30 - Cupcake Wars (6th-12th grades), 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Decorate cupcakes! Eat cupcakes! Compete against your friends!
Meet us in the Youth Lounge for this edible contest. Lunch will be served.
Cost is $10 for Youth Group members, $15 for non-members.
RSVP to Jessica Cohen by e-mail, j.cohen@templeisraelcenter.org by Sunday, April 23.
Sunday, May 7 - Breakfast Run (time coming soon)
Please bring donations of clothing and toiletries to the second floor of TIC and leave in our Giving Trunk.
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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
rskf18@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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UJA WESTCHESTER HONORS BARRY EFFRON - THURSDAY, MAY 11, 7:30 PM
The Westchester Business and Professional Division of UJA is honoring TIC's Barry Effron at its annual luncheon on May 11. The event will be at the Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase, NY. For more information, email
Samantha Cole
or call 914-385-2101.
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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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TIC MEMBERS-ONLY
WEBSITE ACCESS
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Send feedback about the FB page to our administrator,
Rachel Jurisz.
TIC's hashtag,
#TICtogether, is another great way to connect on social media. Remember to use it when you share information about all of TIC's great happenings!
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DAILY
MINYANIM AT TIC!
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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
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| TIC COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES |
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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.
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Birthday parties are great fun at TIC! For gym or room rental details, email
Rachel Jurisz.
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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.
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