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Holiday Hours and Closures 
December 31
- Minyan is at 8:30 a.m.
- There is no Torah School
January 1
- Minyan is at 8:30 a.m.
- There is no Preschool and the TIS Office is closed
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This Shabbat 
Candle lighting: 4:34 p.m.
December 29, Kabbalat Shabbat service begins at 6:15 p.m.
December 30, Shabbat services begin at 9:30 a.m.
This week's Torah portion is
Parashat Vayechi.
Havdalah: 5:42 p.m.
Need a ride to services?
Email On the Go
or phone their office at (877) 634-6537.
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Torah on Tap 
January 8th, 7:00 p.m.
Join this lively opportunity to learn, argue, schmooze, and enjoy terrific local brews. This month w
e'll meet at URBN in El Cajon and Rabbi Rosenthal will lead our discussion.
Click here to learn more about our monthly gatherings.
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Shabbat Shalom 
January 13th, 10:00 a.m.
The Shabbat experience that offers something for everyone. Following our Shabbat programs/services, join us at Midrash Shabbat.
- Taste of Shabbat is an abbreviated service with a focus on shared learning that allows you to become more comfortable with, more understanding of, and more involved with the service.
- Shabbat Play Date is for families with young children through Kindergarten to come and enjoy free-play, songs, stories, and more.
- Shabbat Rocks invites kids in grades 1 - 6 (divided into two groups) will explore the weekly parasha, become more familiar with the service, and engage in fun activities.
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Midrash Shabbat 
January 13th, following services
Katie Feifer, founding co-chair of World Without Exploitation, explains some of the whys and hows, and what you, personally, can do to create a world in which no one is bought, sold, or exploited.
More details are here.
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Comedy Shmomedy 
January 13th, 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of comedic relief. Our
evening line-up will feature headliner, Tony Calabrese, and Melissa Greenberg will be our host for the evening. Additional talents include Scott Blumen, Abby November, and Simon Blackthorn.
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MLK Jr. Day of Interfaith Service
January 15th, 8:15 a.m.
Join people of different faiths and cultural backgrounds for a wonderful morning of community service. Families are encouraged to participate in this inter-generational hands-on day.
Tifereth Israel Synagogue, along with our Sisterhood and Men's Club, are sponsors. Make it a day on, not a day off!
Click here for more details and to sign up.
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Chick Flicks 
January 15th, 10:00 a.m.
Start the New Year off with an evening out with your favorite gal pals. We'll enjoy cocktails, dinner and then our feature film,
The Post.
Reservations and early bird pricing
Click here to reserve and enjoy early bird pricing of $32 through Wednesday, January 10th at 5:00 p.m. After this, the cost will be $37. You may also call our office at 619 697-6001 to make your reservation.
Our website has more information on the evening and our film.
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Pajama Palooza 
January 20th, 10:00 a.m.
Dinner and a movie for the whole family! Everyone is invited to come in pajamas. Be sure to bring blankets and pillows to stretch out and enjoy our film,
Ratatouille.
RSVP by January 16th at noon
TIS members and Silverman Preschool families are $20 per household or $8 per person. All others will be $25 for a household or $12 per person. More details about the evening and reservations
are here.
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Judaism 101 
January 21st, 11:00 a.m.
Taught by Rabbi Josh Dorsch, the series is intended to introduce, or re-introduce, people to Judaism.
Classes will be held in the Goodman chapel from 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon on select Sundays. More details about the class and registration are on our site.
Let us know you'll be there
Please RSVP to our office
by email or phone, and let them know you plan to join us.
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 Abraham Ratner Torah School
- Gimel Class (3rd Grade) parents are invited to decorate a siddur (prayer book) cover for their student January 17 and 24 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
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TIS Youth Groups 
Grades 2-12
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Sisterhood 
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Men's Club 
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Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming at Tifereth Israel Synagogue
The Star and the Crescent: The Long Relationship of Judaism and Islam Beginning
January 23
And Around Our Community
Tapestry: A Community Celebration of Jewish Learning January 6
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Learn More about
Whether you're looking to join a congregational family or just wish to visit
email Beth Klareich
or phone
her at (619) 697-6001 ext. 108. She'll share more information with you and invite you to join us for services or any of our events and programs.
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End of Year
Donations to TIS
The new tax law makes a number of changes for next year. Although charitable deductions are not slated to change, other deductions may. Therefore, after consulting your tax advisor you may find it useful to increase your 2017 deductions by making further charitable contributions before the end of the year.
As 2017 draws to a close, please keep Tifereth Israel in mind when planning your end-of-year charitable giving while benefiting from tax deductibility in 2017.
If you complete your T'rumah payment for the year by December 31, you can take advantage of the deduction provisions in the 2017 tax code.
Also, if you wish, we would be happy to accept your 2018/2019 T'rumah payment and credit it for next year. This may offer tax advantages; please check with your tax advisor. Of course, the money will be set aside for next year's budgetary needs, but you will get an immediate tax benefit.
Right now, the stock market is at a record high. No predictions on where it will be next year. A rising stock market provides a wonderful opportunity to gift appreciated stock to Tifereth Israel and benefit from favorable tax treatment.
We want to wish you and your family a very happy and health New Year. Thank you for being an important part of Tifereth Israel Synagogue.
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Meet and Greet
Last Call
Rabbi Joshua Dorsch
Over the last several months Rabbi Dorsch has had the opportunity to meet many of our members at our small gatherings. From preschool families to our Greatest Generation - and everything in between - it has been a great representation of our congregation.
For those who have not joined us before, this will be our final small group opportunity. Join us on January 10, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Email your RSVP, or call the office at 619 697-6001, and we'll send you the address of our host's home.
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Our visiting Chazan, Hanan Leberman, performed in Israel a day or two ago. Enjoy his performance and then mark your calendar for March 9 - 11 when Hanan returns to TIS as our Abraham and Anne Ratner Scholar-in-Residence. In addition, Saturday evening will host our annual Gala featuring Hanan in concert.
Keep up to date with us through our Facebook page. Our weekly enews, human interest stories, program announcements and more can all be found on our Facebook page.
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A complete list of all of our gift cards is available on our website. Place your order online now or phone the office at (619) 697-6001. Your purchases help support TIS. Other Opportunities Click the icon below to support our congregation in other ways.  |
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