JCC the Place to Be The Jewish Community Center of LBI 

E-Letter                        
December 15, 2017
27 Kislev 5778



HAPPY HANUKKAH



Contents
Happy Hanukkah
A Hanukkah Message
Kol Hakavod
The Week That Was...
Winter Office Hours
Upcoming Holiday Activities
Men's Club Meeting
Let's Play Dreidel
Saturday Nite at the Movies
Mah Jongg & Lunch
You Can Help
This Week's Events
Shabbat Information
Mishaberach List
Yahrzeits
Upcoming Shabbat Activities
Congregation News
Celebrate a Milestone
Kiddishes
Sisterhood Stuff
Giving Opportunities
Bulletin Ads
TD Affinity Program
Name Badges
Text Blast Sign Up
Documents & Links
A TRIBUTE FROM RABBI JAY

Here is the eulogy delivered by Rabbi Jay.  We all can see a little bit of our own mothers in this.

Words for our Mom, Zena Jay
Michael S. Jay - 12/10/2017
 
She's our mom. Always was; always will be.
Me? I was always her favorite number 3.
To be clear, she also had a favorite number 1, 2, and 4.
A ready made Dr. Seuss book.
In a house of raging testosterone, she taught the gentle touch.
Don't get me wrong. She was no pushover.....She was not to be messed with; her nail digging pinch made you sorry when you did something wrong. 
But she was loving and caring and nurturing.
If you were hurting inside or out, it was she who could ease your pain.
She could laugh and cry with the best of them.
 
Her house, a house of 4 sweating, smelly, messy, screaming, spitting, scratching, punching, secretion emanating boys was always spotless.
Mr. Clean came to her for advice. No stain, speck of dirt, dirty underwear, or dust bunny was safe around her.
If she saw any of these things she became the terminator.  "I'll be Bahhhhhk."
Her weapons of choice? A sponge, a vacuum, a buffer, a broom, a mop.
 
She had a set of lungs on her, which meant she could scream with the best of them;  But it also meant that she had a voice like a nightingale.  She didn't sing enough, when you have such a beautiful voice, you never sing enough.  But boy, when she did, how wonderful it made you feel.
 
And she was smart.  So smart. She was a wordsmith; a scrabble warrior.  And she liked winning. Over the last year when we played gin, she usually won and with each victory she smiled confidently as if to say; "Mikey, did you really think you had a chance?"
 
With 5 hungry mouths to feed, the kitchen was always open; Even after she firmly pronounced "The Kitchen Is closed", she always went back in to sate a hungry stomach.
 
And could she cook?!  Lamb Stew, Steaks, Hot-Fleisch Chow Mein, orange chicken, Chicago chicken, cornflake crumb chicken, Chicken soup and Matzah Balls; And the smell of the house on the Holidays and the boiled chicken waiting to be consumed when we got home from college for Rosh Hashannah or Pesach.  And the care packages out the door as we journeyed from Monsey.
 
And was she a Grandmother?  Her Grandchildren loved nothing more than to be with her, or talk with her on the phone.  And the smile she  had when she saw them made them know that they were all that mattered.
 
Maybe most importantly, she always stood by her man. Oy did she love my dad. I had the blessing of spending this past Wednesday with mom and dad.  We had our usual lunch...Pizza. (Mom loved pizza) And schlepped to Lowes.  I drove and parked in front as dad went in to get  a light bulb.  And we were sitting listening to the radio the President was announcing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Mom said she liked it, but was concerned.   Anyway...we were waiting and waiting and suddenly mom says to me...."Who is that handsome man over there?"  I looked up and it was my dad walking over to the car.  And she smiled and was so happy when he got in the car.  Happy just to be with her man, her best friend.
 
She cared for us, gave us advice, made sure we were okay. Laughed with us, cried with us. She knew when to hug, when to hold, and when to scold.  She knew when a hand hold was just enough.
Ma, I don't know where you got the strength to give so much love.
 
She is our mom. Always was; always will be.
 
May God watch over you and bless you, with gentleness and with love. As you blessed us. Rest in peace. Amen


TRAVEL TO ISRAEL WITH THE JCC OF LBI

The JCC trip to Israel will take place October 7-18, 2018. The itinerary will take us from Tel Aviv to the Golan Heights, to a winery, to the Kineret, to a Kibbutz, to Sefad, to Jerusalem, to the Dead Sea, to Massada, to many museums, and more. At Massada we will be sharing in a bar mitzvah of one of our fellow travelers. What joy!



From the Rabbi -


Folks:
I am attaching a revised itinerary.  You will note that on free evenings we will be provided with information on concerts or cultural events in the places where we will be.  It is too early now to know what will be happening, but the tour company (ITC) will provide information once it is known.

The hotel difference of 300 dollars per person may or may not be significant to you.  Check the websites of the hotels for an idea of the differences.  The tour company tells us that the hotels are all very nice. Rooms may be smaller and there may be less amenities.  Breakfast is provided at each hotel, but may be more elaborate at the higher priced hotels.

The tour is officially flying El Al; however, if you want to fly United, I believe that ITC can make arrangements.

The trip will be meaningful and fun!

L'Shalom - Rabbi

CLICK TO SEE THE ITINERARY: ISRAEL TRIP

Contact Rabbi Jay with any questions: 973 865 9534

RABBI'S OFFICE HOURS
Rabbi Jay will now be at his office at the JCC on TUESDAYS and will have office hours from Noon - 2:00.  Drop in to chat (call the office to make sure he is in and not out on an emergency 609-492-4090) or make an appointment with him (973-865-9534).
Rabbi Jay can always be reached on his cell phone ((973-865-9534) or at his email address (mjayrab@gmail.com).  
He is also available by appointment.


KOL HAKAVOD CAMPAIGN

Please consider being a part of this campaign to supplement the clergy needs of our congregation.   This is a separate, voluntary commitment  and is additional to our low annual dues obligation. HERE IS THE LINK TO BRING UP THE DONATION FORM KOL HAKAVOD

 

THE WEEK THAT WAS...

Representatives of the JCC of LBI visited SOMC with Chanukah goodies and holiday songs for the patients.

Here is the JCC "choir" at the annual lighting of the Menorah at the hospital.

Photo by Marty Hochman 
WINTER OFFICE HOURS

Beginning January 2, the JCC Office will be open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 - 1:30.
 


FOR LAST MINUTE CHANUKAH GIFTS

VISIT THE JCC GIFT SHOP DURING OFFICE HOURS

COMING HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Bringing Holiday Cheer to SOMC 
as we deliver poinsettias to the patients.   
Christmas Day 10:00 AM
Meet at the hospital lobby

MEN'S CLUB MEETING

NEXT MEN'S CLUB MEETING

Sunday, December 17
Election of Officers

Minyan 9:00 AM followed by breakfast and meeting

LET'S PLAY DREIDEL

The Hebrew word for dreidel is sevivon, which, as in Yiddish, means "to turn around."  s have four Hebrew letters on them, and they stand for the saying, Nes gadol haya sham, meaning A great miracle occurred there. In Israel, instead of the fourth letter shin, there is a peh, which means the saying is Nes gadol haya po - A great miracle occurred here.

Playing with the dreidel is a traditional Hanukkah game played in Jewish homes all over the world, and rules may vary. Here's how to play the basic dreidel game:

1. Any number of people can take part.
2. Each player begins the game with an equal number of game pieces (about 10-15) such as pennies, nuts, chocolate chips, raisins, matchsticks, etc.
3. At the beginning of each round, every participant puts one game piece into the center "pot." In addition, every time the pot is empty or has only one game piece left, every player should put one in the pot.
4. Every time it's your turn, spin the dreidel once. Depending on the side it lands on, you give or get game pieces from the pot. 




SATURDAY NITE AT THE MOVIES
Movie Night
SATURDAY EVENING
JANUARY 20
CHANGE OF DATE
6:30 PM

A Price Above Rubies"
Starring Renee Zelwegger and directed by Boaz Zakin

Sonia (Renée Zellweger) is a married Hasidic woman in Brooklyn,
N.Y., whose husband, Mendel (Glenn Fitzgerald), is inattentive. She begins having an affair with Mendel's brother, Sender (Christopher Eccleston), who allows her to work in his jewelry business. There, she meets a Puerto Rican artist and designer named Ramon (Allen Payne), with whom she finds a strong connection. When Sender learns of her affection for Ramon, he sets out to ostracize her from her husband and family.

Popcorn & Soda will be available
MAH JONGG & LUNCH

Mah jongg FROM MARIANNE CLEMENTE

We will be having our December Holiday luncheon on Tuesday, December 19 at 11:30 AM at Brazzi's on Route 72.  Again, here's the details:
 
Tuesday - December 19, 2017
11:30 a.m.
Brazzi Wood Fired Trattoria, 6 01 Route 72 (heading East in the Harborside Plaza)

We will order off the menu and get separate checks.

As usual, I will collect an extra $1.00 from each of you as an extra tip for the waitresses.  Also note that the way Brazzi's set up for us is that they'll reserve the tables of four for us to play, and then we'll all sit together to have lunch about an hour in to our playing.  It's really very pleasant and they are very accommodating.
 
Please RSVP only if you are attending.  It is important that you let me know you are attending so I can give Brazzi's a headcount.  As always, I can be reached by a reply to this email or my phone number is 212-249-6292.

Also, if you would like to be removed from this list, please get back to me either by email or phone (212-249-6292).
 
Thanks and have a great day!
 
Marianne


YOU CAN HELP

 
VOLUNTEER at 
Interfaith Health & Support Services of Southern Ocean County, Inc. in Manahawkin. 
  • a coalition of different faith communities, social service, and health care organizations
  • that provides volunteer physical, emotional and spiritual support to those living at home who are vulnerable because of age or disability.
Here is a list of various volunteer opportunities at Interfaith: INTERFAITH


Interfaith is collecting old cell phones, glasses, hearing aids and used stamps on envelopes.  We will have a box at the JCC for any donations.

 
JCC INFORMATION
 
 
 
THE OFFICE IS LOCATED AT
2411 Long Beach Boulevard (24th Street)
Spray Beach, NJ 08008

ENTER THE BUILDING DURING OFFICE HOURS
THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR.
PRESS THE ENTRY BUTTON ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE ENTRANCE FOR ADMITTANCE.


Mailing Address:
2411 Long Beach Blvd.
Spray Beach, NJ 08008

Telephone: 609-492-4090
FAX: 609-492-7550

web site: www.jccoflbi.org  
  
OFFICE HOURS:     
 
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
FRIDAY - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Office Staff:
Jeri Riffle, Executive Director
 Leslie Dinkfelt, Office Manager
 Marcie Deutsch, Computer Admin.

Leslie, Marcie and Jeri

 
CONTACT INFORMATION:
  
Rabbi Michael S. Jay

Rose Valentine, JCC President
rvalen1963@aol.com

SEE NOV/DEC/JAN BULLETIN
with this link
 
E-mail Editor: Rose Valentine rvalen
1963@aol.com



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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS
12/15 - 12/22

Friday 12/15
Sisterhood Hanukkah Dinner & Service
6:00 PM

Sunday 
Men's Club Meeting
9:00 AM


See JCC Calendar: 

SHABBAT SHALOM

Shabbat

Candle Lighting Time
Friday
December 15, 2017
4:15 PM
(So. Ocean County NJ)

HERE IS A CALENDAR OF ALL CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES
ON LBI FOR 5778

JOIN US FOR SERVICES

Friday,
December 15, 2017
6:00 PM
Kabbalat Shabbat Service
followed by Sisterhood Hanukkah Dinner

   
Saturday
 December 16, 2017
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 9:00 AM
Rabbi's Torah Study

10:00 AM
Services

Rabbi Jay will be receiving 
condolences during Kiddush
(12:00 Noon)


Torah Portion
Miketz
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Genesis 41:1 - 44:17
Here is the reading:
PARSHAH
Special Maftir for Shabbat Chanukah 4
Numbers 7:30 - 41

Haftorah
Zechariah 2:14 - 4:7
Here is the Haftorah:


Please help us create a special atmosphere by not using electronic devices (phones, cameras, games etc) in or around the synagogue on Shabbat  
and Holidays. No food or drink is permitted in the sanctuary.


MISHABERACH LIST


We will be removing all names from the Mishaberach list at the end of December and beginning a new list for January.  Please notify the office of anyone you want to wish a  Refuah Shlema.

YAHRZEITS
FOR NEXT WEEK

These names will be read at services on December 15, 2017

Joseph Blumenthal*
Herman Glassman*
Arnold Schwartz
Marcia Yankowitz
Shari Zalkind*
Nathan Shapiro
Joseph Valentine*
Seymour Abend
Carl M. Cole
Michael Kaplan
Jacqueline Mogil
Lorraine Liebowitz
Reba Papier
Sidney Fisch
Mark Goldman
Irving Butler
Mendel Fischer
Henry Gondelman
Charles Moss
Wynne Davis
Ethel Snyder*
Louis Bass*





* Yahrzeit Plaque - These names are lovingly enshrined on our synagogue memorial boards.
UPCOMING SHABBAT ACTIVITIES




We are planning special Shabbats in the months to come.


Friday, December 15: 
Sisterhood Chanukah Dinner

Friday, January 5 @6:00 PM

Friday, February 2 @6:00 PM

Friday, March 9 @ 6:00 PM


 
Shabbat and all the REST

One Shabbat a month, you can spend Saturday at the synagogue. There will be Torah Study @ 9
 Services @10
Lunch @12
Game Afternoon @ 1-3
Mah jongg lessons will be given.
No betting or money 
will be exchanged. 
You can participate in any 
or all of these activities.

December 16 - CANCELLED
January 20


CONGREGATION
NEWS

Get Well

Millie Wolpert

Scott Moses



Judy & Bob Cook
on the bar mitzvah of their
grandson Jacob
son of Jonathan & Lori Cook

  Bar/Bat Mitzvah

Lauren & Rob Snyder
on the birth of their
grandson
Royce Ilan
(named after his great grandfather
Richard Snyder)
and son of 
MacKenzie & Jason Kesner

Baby Blocks

SHARE YOUR NEWS

CONTACT: 

 
CARING COMMITTEE
   
Caring
This committee acts as a support system for congregation members facing illness and other personal situations that need to be addressed.  
Please contact Chairperson, Kem Spencer if you are in need of assistance or if you know of a JCC member that needs our help.     201-819-3210

CELEBRATE A MILESTONE AT THE 
JCC OF LBI

The JCC is a beautiful place to celebrate a milestone: wedding, anniversary, baby naming, birthday.

Contact Jeri at the office for further information. 609-492-4090

KIDDUSHES 
on Saturday morning

Contact  the office 609-492-4090
for information about 
sponsoring a Kiddush

SEE DONATION & MENU:
SISTERHOOD STUFF



 
SHOEBOX RECYCLING
PROGRAM
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE CLICK:

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

S END ONE OF OUR NEW TRIBUTES IN HONOR OR IN MEMORY OF
See order form here: 

ENDOWMENT FUND
A donation of at least $50,000 to the endowment fund will allow the donor to name one of the funds as the donor wishes.  All such name funds will be joined together to be part of the endowment fund portfolio.  Join Herb and Selma Shapiro to help assure the continuity of our JCC, and our ability to continue providing a full-service congregation to serve the Jewish people of the area. All members are encouraged to help this important effort by contributing to this fund whether as a specific named fund, or as a general donation.  

Your gift to the fund can be sent to the JCC Office. Please mark your check accordingly.


YAHRZEIT PLAQUES
Space is available for memorial plaques on the yahrzeit boards in the Sanctuary.  Here is the order form: 

TREE OF LIFE (located in the Social Hall)
You can purchase a leaf in honor of an occasion or in memory of a loved one. 
Here is the Tree of Life Form:  TREE

PAVERS ( in front of the Front Entrance) 
Only 4 x 8 and 12 x 12 size pavers are available 
Here is the Paver Form: 

ADS FOR JCC BULLETIN

Please contact the JCC Office (609-492-4090) if you would like to place an ad in the Bulletin
 
TD AFFINITY PROGRAM

Easy money! 

Do you have an account with TD Bank? 

You can contribute to the JCC without it costing you a cent. TD Bank will pay us on the number of accounts in our TD Affinity Club. There is no minimum number of members. We automatically receive $10 for every checking account and .01% of the balance on Savings Accounts. In addition we receive $50 for any new accounts.  This is strictly confidential and the JCC does not know the amount in any of the accounts. 

We just received a check for $456.00 from TD Bank. So think about joining this program and helping the JCC to reap the benefits.
NAME BADGES

If you did not order a name tag, we will be putting in another order.  Here is the link for the form to order your name tag:  TAGS

TEXT BLAST SIGN UP

If you would like to receive JCC of LBI reminders and alerts via text message on your cell phone, please contact the office by email (jccoflbi@gmail.com) or phone (609-492-4090) We would be alerting you for example that "Services are cancelled" or "Last opportunity to sign up for Community Seder".

 This information will not be shared and will only be used for JCC purposes. 

DOCUMENTS AND LINKS

JUST CLICK AND YOU'RE THERE!!!

  

LATEST BULLETIN:

BULLETIN


WEB SITE:

JCC WEB SITE

 

 

MEMBERSHIP FORMS

MEMBERSHIP 

 

 

PAVERS:

PAVERS 

 

 

TREE OF LIFE

TREE 

 

 

JEWISH JOURNAL: 

JOURNAL

 

YAHRZEIT PLAQUE FORM:

PLAQUE 

 

  

KOL HAKAVOD DONATION FORM

KOL HAKAVOD

 

 

KIDDUSH SPONSOR

KIDDUSH