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This Week at BJBE
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November 26,
2018
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Due to the snow storm, BJBE is open today only from 10am to 5pm. All evening activities at the building are canceled, except for tutoring sessions already arranged with our clergy.
Stay safe and warm!
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A Note from Sally Sachar, Executive Director
Dear Congregants,
We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, whether spent with family, friends, or by yourself as a time to recharge and reflect.
We are in our final countdown to
Giving Tuesday, and we hope that as you think about where and how you will give back that you will consider making a small gift to BJBE, where every gift will be matched dollar for dollar.
Our special matching campaign ends at midnight tomorrow, Tuesday, November 27. You are already so generous to BJBE, and too, we count on additional donations such as Giving Tuesday to help provide essential augments to our operating monies, since membership contributions do not cover all of our expenses. Your dollars go to support very important initiatives, such as all of our social action programs - so, for example, your dollars give twice - to BJBE and to our social action initiatives that support individuals and communities in need. Think of it as the BJBE Ripple!
To donate to Giving Tuesday, click here.
 Chanukah is just around the corner, with the first night on Sunday, December 2. We very much hope you will join us next Friday, December 7 for a
special Chanukah celebration that will also feature our Artist in Residence, Elana Arian, who will be joining us for several wonderful programs and services.
The festivities begin Friday evening, when we will have a latke pre-Oneg and community candle lighting. Bring in your own menorah/candles and participate in beautiful candle lighting in our Village Center. After the Shabbat service with Elana Arian (which begins at 7:30pm), we'll have a festive oneg, featuring sufganiyot (jelly donuts). Shabbat morning, Elana Arian will join us at Kol Shabbat, and then lead Torah Study along with Cantor Frost. The festivities will conclude with a Rabbi's Table lunch (RSVP required). See the full schedule and Elana Arian's bio here.
Very important announcement regarding Mid-Month: We are goin
g GREEN, and that means that if
you want to receive the Mid-Month in hard copy in your USPS mail box, and not just digitally, you must OPT IN, by notifying
Caryn
by December 31, 2018. Digital distribution is not only green, but also economical and will save BJBE dollars!
Have a wonderful week, and stay safe
especially now that the wintry weather is fully upon us.
All my best,
Sally Sachar
Executive Director
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We look forward to celebrating the Bar Mitzvah of
Josh Sobelman at the morning service this Saturday.
Mazel Tov to Josh and his family!
If you would like to make a donation in honor of one of these simchas, please visit
www.bjbe.org/giving or call the BJBE office at 847.940.7575.
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125th Anniversary Quiz
Test your knowledge about our congregation with our fun quiz series questions
. Answer at the end of this email.
Who was the famous actor connected to a $2,000 award given to BJBE's 1996 Mitzvah Day?
A. Leonard Nimoy (he only gave to Jewish organizations)
B. Charlton Heston (he played Moses in The Ten Commandments, so he liked to support Jewish causes)
C. Paul Newman (through his charitable foundation)
D. Jerry Seinfeld (he attended a Bar Mitzvah here and heard about this program)
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ADULT EDUCATION
Looking for Adult Volunteer Tutors for JLC AfterSchool!
We are looking for adult volunteers to help out our JLC AfterSchool students in need of extra individual attention on Tuesday and/or Wednesday afternoons, 4:30-6:30pm. Knowledge of prayers used in BJBE services is needed. If you're interested in helping out, please contact
Missy Bell.
Symposium: Religion in the 21st Century
Over the course of this year, we will welcome clergy and leaders from other faith traditions and other Jewish denominations. We will learn about their history, their inspirational texts, the major tenets of their theology, and what teachings their tradition can bring to bear on the most important questions and challenges of religious life in 21st Century America.
For a full listing of topics and instructors (and our archive of past sessions), click
here
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Methodism
November 27, 10:00-11:30am
Instructor: Norval Brown of Christ United Methodist Church in Deerfield.
Unitarianism
December 4, 2018, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Instructor: Rev. Lucas Hergert, North Shore Unitarian Church
Family Night at Max & Benny's
Wednesday, November 28, 5:00-7:00pm
Make dinner time easy! Join BJBE in the back room at Max & Benny's, which will be reserved just for us. Meet up with friends for crafts, games, and fun!
JCFS Chanukah Toy Drive
Donations due by November 28
The BJBE Chava Center
and
Sisterhood
are once again partnering to support the
JCFS
(Jewish Child & Family Services)
Chanukah Toy Drive
. JCFS provides holiday gifts for over 500 children receiving agency counseling, foster and residential care, respite, and other essential support services. To participate, please donate new, unwrapped toys to the collection boxes in the Tzedakah Niche or west entrance. Wrapping paper and tape is also appreciated! To learn more or make a cash or gift card donation, please contact Sharon Sabin.
Artist in Residence Shabbat with Elana Arian
Friday, December 7
6:45pm Community Candlelighting & Latke Pre-Oneg. Bring your own menorah and candles!
7:30pm Shabbat Service with Elana Arian
Festive Oneg- immediately following services
Saturday, December 8
9:30am Kol Shabbat with Elana Arian
11:00am Torah Study led by Elana Arian & Cantor Jennifer Frost
12:00pm
Rabbi's Table Lunch
(
RSVP
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Torah on Tap @ Warehouse
Wednesday, December 12, 7:00pm
A little bit of learning, a lot of laughs & l'chaims! Join us at Warehouse Eatery in Deerfield for some schmooze time with friends and clergy. Appetizers on us, cash bar.
BJBE Movie Club: Reversing Roe
Wednesday, December 12, 7:00pm
Please bring your friends for what will surely be a lively and passionate discussion from a Jewish point of view. Our guest speaker for the evening will be Rabbi Karyn Kedar. Please watch the movie ahead of time on Netflix or YouTube. This event is hosted by BJBE Sisterhood and BJBE Social Action Committee.
Mishkan Shalom
Fridays, 9:00-10:00am
Please join us each week for Torah study through a mindfulness and contemporary lens with Margot Andersen, JMMT. Jewish Spirituality helps us access our inner wisdom so we can transform to our highest, wisest self. What does Torah teach us about our life today? This year we will use our session to help us prepare to welcome in Shabbat weekly, learn to rest, relax and de-stress.
Shabbat Torah Study
Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Talmud Study
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00am
Canasta & Mahjong, hosted by Sisterhood
Mondays, 12:00pm
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CHAVA CENTER, JEWISH LEARNING CENTER, & YOUTH PROGRAMS
JLC resumes
Tuesday, November 27.
My Israel Journey: BJBE Family Trip To Israel
December 21,2019- January 1, 2020
Join us on an amazing trip to Israel with Rabbi Kedar, Cantor Frost, and Missy Bell. For more information or to register, click
here
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SERVICES
Shabbat Service
Friday, November 30, 7:30pm
Kol Shabbat Service
Saturdays, 9:30am
Torah Study
Saturdays, 11:00am
Join us this Saturday, December 1, as Rabbi Alona Nir Keren, from Kehilat Mevasseret Zion, a
Reform synagogue just outside of Jerusalem,
leads Torah Study. Learn more about her and her congregation here.
Talmud Study
Wednesdays, 8:00am
Morning Minyan
Wednesdays, 7:00am
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SOCIAL ACTION NETWORK
November Tzedakah-
Help Those Affected by the California Fires and the Tree of Life Shooting in Pittsburgh
Gift Cards for those affected by the California Fires. Gift cards from Target, Trader Joe's, Ralph's (they accept gift cards from Mariano's), and Visa/Amex are being collected to support the Jewish community and those affected by the fires. Cards can be deposited in the Tzedakah Box or brought into the BJBE Office during business hours or when school is in session.
JUF's collection for Pittsburgh.
The money will fund psychological services, support for families, medical bills for all those involved, reconstruction, and security. The local Jewish day schools in the Pittsburgh area will also most likely require additional resources to help children process this tragedy.
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BJBE's Caring Community is a team of volunteers who can act as your extended family when your family needs additional support. Caring Community provides the following services: home delivered meals in times of need, transportation to/from BJBE or a medical appointment, phone support for people who are ill or lonely, senior education and caregiver support, and a virtual food pantry.
Learn more >>
BJBE is certified as a Safer Synagogue by Jewish Community Abuse Resources, Education & Solutions (JCARES). Our leadership has been trained in understanding the impact of abuse across the lifespan and improving access to support for congregants experiencing abusive situations. For more information, please contact the clergy at 847.940.7575.
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THIS AND THAT ANNOUNCEMENTS
BJBE Lost & Found
Missing your favorite left glove? Where is your pink fuzzy vest? That cardigan your aunt bought you? It might be in the BJBE Lost & Found. Stop by the office and claim your left behind items!
All items still remaining in the Lost & Found after January 8 will be donated to a local shelter.
Support BJBE through AmazonSmile
Click
here and follow the instructions. It will ask you to login and designate Congregation B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim as your charity. This is "free money" for BJBE, so we hope you will participate. If you have any questions, contact
Larisa
Midmonth is going GREEN!
Starting with the January 2019 edition, Midmonth will be sent digitally to all congregants. If you would like to continue to receive a paper copy as well, email
Caryn.
Want your event or organization featured in This Week?
All submissions to
This Week at BJBE must be received by 12:00pm on the preceding Friday. We will include submissions for 4 weeks or until the event has passed. Please contact
Anne or
Caryn with any questions. You can find the submission form and more guidelines
here
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Book BJBE for your upcoming celebration!
Your spiritual home is also a premier event venue with beautiful space available in the Village Center, Sacred Hall, Courtyard, and Jewish Learning Center. For information and reservations, contact Erica Stone
or by phone at 847-940-7575.
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JUDAICA (GIFT) SHOP
Stop by the gift shop! Don't forget, we carry wedding gifts, mezuzot, Kiddush cups, candle holders, candles from Israel, yahrzeit lights and much more! If you need a Tallit for you or your B'nai Mitzvah child, we have a large selection from Israel. We also stock yads and kipot (for one or many).
The shop is open by appointment, please contact Lara.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Share the Gift of Learning
Many adults need help with basic English reading, writing, and speaking skills. Call Oakton Community College to learn how to become a VITA tutor. VITA (Volunteers in Teaching Adults) serves more than 1000 students annually in their quest to improve their skills. For more information, click
here.
Join Nefesh B'Nefesh for the NBN Aliyah Talks and Fair in Chicago on Tuesday, December 18 from 6:30-10:00pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago North Shore - Skokie, 9599 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie. This is your chance to have all your Aliyah questions answered under one roof! For more information and to register please visit
WWW.NBN.ORG.IL/Chicago
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125th Anniversary Quiz Answers
Answer:
C-Paul Newman (through his charitable foundation).
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Education Team
(Director of Preschool)
Raya Seidman
(Coordinator of Youth Learning & Engagement)
Lisa Howard
(Coordinator of Educational Programs & Operations)
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Administrative Team
(Executive Director)
(Accounting Manager)
(Facility Manager)
(Senior Clergy's Assistant) Caryn Blomquist (Coordinator of Membership, Operations, & Development) Dani Glass (Clergy's Assistant) Erica Stone
(Event Coordinator & Assistant to Executive Director)
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Lay Leaders
(Co-Presidents)
Lara Kunz
Molly Hershenhouse
Want to uphold Jewish ideals from generation to generation.....Donate to the Sustaining Gifts Program. Click "DONATE" above.
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| Sally J. Sachar, Executive Director (847) 940-7575 |
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