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May 24, 2018  
10 Sivan 5778
Shalom,
Erev Shabbat with Joe Buchanan
Friday, May 25, 6:30 pm

Start your Memorial Day Holiday Weekend with an Americana Shabbat Service as Joe Buchanan returns bringing his uplifting and inspiring music to our bimah.

During the oneg, Lorna Siepser will give you a tour of the new kitchen. 
In This Issue
Anti-Semitism
In Memoriam
PTBE Singles
K-12 Registration
Madrichim Registration
Senior Friendship Club
Good News
Keep Us Up to date
Gift Shop
Beth El Women Survey
Israel Trip
Walk for Special Needs
Camp Counselors
Around the Bay
Help Us Help You
Gan Hazikaron
LinkedIn
Streaming Services
Donate Your Car
New This Week!
 
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Upcoming Events

Friday, May 25
6:30 pm  Erev Shabbat Service with Joe Buchanan

Saturday, May 26
9:00 am  Torah Study
10:30 am   Shabbat Morning Service, Esti Smith Becomes  Bat Mitzvah

Sunday, May 27
Campus Closed

Monday, May 28
Memorial Day--Office Closed

Tuesday, May 29
8:00 am  Morning Minyan
12:00 pm Lunchtime Learning Circle
7:00 pm  Lay-led Torah Study

Friday, June 1
5:00 pm  PTBE Tot Shabbat at Beresford Park
6:30 pm  Erev Shabbat Service

Saturday, June 2
9:00 am  Torah Study
10:30 am  Shabbat Morning Service, Anna Berman and Emily Gruber Become  B'not Mitzvah

JCRC Town Hall
Anti-Semitism and Criticism of Israel
TONIGHT!!!
Thursday, May 24,  7:00 pm
Henry M. Gunn High School Library
780 Arastadero Road,  Palo Alto
 
Join JCRC for a Town Hall examining the ways criticism of Israel can cross the line into anti-Semitism. How does it manifest and how best can we respond? The Town Hall will feature a panel of community leaders speaking from their own unique perspectives.

 
Schedule of Shabbat Services
Friday, May 25
6:30 pm  Erev Shabbat Service with Joe Buchanan

Saturday, May 26
10:30 am  Shabbat Morning Service, Esti Smith Becomes  Bat Mitzvah

Friday, June 1
6:30 pm  Erev Shabbat Service

Saturday, June 2
10:30 am   Shabbat Morning Service, Anna Berman and Emily Gruber Become  B'not Mitzvah

In Memoriam

We express our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of the recently departed.

We remember those who have passed away in the last week including

Irene Dorothy Baron 
Mother of Kathy Baron
Grandmother of Leigh Ann and Kevin Cannon

We remember those who have passed away in the last month including

Len Silverman
Father of Jill Brier (Mark)
Grandfather of Zachary

Rabbi Aaron Panken
President, HUC-JIR

Hanna Marcus
Sister-in-law of Diane Marcus (Hubert,  z"l)
Aunt of Deborah Marcus (Tom Cross),
David Marcus (Tracy Butler), 
and Anne Ken (Matt Ken)

Irwin Marcus
Brother-in-law of Diane Marcus (Hubert,  z"l)
Uncle of Deborah Marcus (Tom Cross),
David Marcus (Tracy Butler),
and Anne Ken (Matt Ken)

May their memory be a blessing.

PTBE Tots--Shabbat Picnic in the Park
New
Friday, June 1
5:00 pm at Beresford Park, San Mateo

You bring a picnic and a blanket, we'll provide the challah and juice!
There will be singing, there will be cookies . . . you don't want to miss it!
RSVP to Rabbi Sara.
 
Membership Connections
PTBE Connect: Singles

We're piloting a new way to connect with PTBE members, starting with our singles community. 

Looking to meet more people at PTBE? Want  to find others to go with to services or an event? Or just join the online discussion? Then try our new Google group PTBE Connect: Singles. This safe, moderated forum is a place for you to sign up and 
start meeting other singles at the temple. Click here to connect.

K-12 Registration is Now Open for 2018-2019!
Update
If you missed the deadline, we still need you to register for next year so we can plan our program accordingly.  Please visit our website and register online here. Select the appropriate program from the drop-down menu. Log in with your email address and enter your password (click on the "forgot password?" link to have a new one sent to you). One password is shared between the parent email addresses (usernames). All emailed forms should be sent to Kim.
Madrichim Applications Now Open
Deadline Is May 28

Applications are now open for students who will be in 8th grade and above next year. Please fill out  this application  and return it to Sarah Van Zanten by May 28. If you were a madrich this year, no need to fill out the form, just email both  Rabbi Lisa and Sarah Van Zanten  to let them know you want to return. 

Senior Friendship Club
New
Reminder:  All SFC meetings will be held at the  PJCC on Wednesdays from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. 

May 30: One Woman Band  Singing, guitar, fun stories, and digital rhythm are examples of Joy Perrin's musical program that includes classic Americana and a rich selection of American pop music from the 20s through 50s.

The PJCC will drive those in need of transportation, either from your home in San Mateo County or from PTBE, which leaves by 11:35 am (or once everyone who has registered is on the vehicle). Please call Nena at 650.378.2750 to register for transportation from home or from PTBE. For program information, call Program Coordinator Lindsey Passmore at 650.378.2717 or SFC Club President Zara Jaffe at 650.342.1627.

Sharing Good News
 
Have you had a new baby, a wedding, an anniversary, a special birthday (every birthday is special!), or any other exciting news?

Let's share the good news with each other.  Beginning in June, we will be sending out a monthly GOOD NEWS EBlast.

Email your news to Cindi.

Keep Us Up to Date!
New
Have you had a new baby, moved, or lost a loved one? 
Let us know the changes in your family so that we can wish you mazal tov, keep our records up to date, or be there for you in your time of need. 
Contact Maria in the temple office.

PTBE Judaica Gift Shop 
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Summer Hours

Beth El Women's Gift Shop has all your Judaica needs. And if you don't see it, it can be ordered.

Summer hours are by appointment. Email Pam Abraham for a time to visit.
Beth El Women

Join BEW at the Table
 
Beth El Women is  looking to create engaging and entertaining programming to attract all types of women at PTBE. Your input is greatly appreciated!
 
Please click here    to take our 5 minutes (or less)  BEW Interest and Ideas Survey.

North Peninsula Community Trip to Israel
Update THERE ARE STILL 10 SPOTS AVAILABLE. SIGN UP TODAY!


December 23, 2018 - January 3, 2019

Experience a trip of a lifetime. A dults and families with children are welcome. The tour features two inviting tracks: one for first-time visitors and the other for those who have been to Israel before. 

Rabbi Lisa Kingston, along with Rabbi Corey Helfand, Rabbi Lisa Delson, Rabbi Nathaniel Ezray, and Rabbi Lavey Derby will be trip leaders.

Click here for more information and to register.

Walk With Friendship Circle
Friends helping friends
Sunday, June 3
9:30 am to 1:00 pm
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, Palo Alto

Come support the Friendship Circle as we walk together to create awareness, solidarity, and support for children with special needs and their families.

Learn more : register, fundraise and donate

URJ Camps Need Counselors

Know a college student looking for a meaningful, impactful summer? URJ Youth Programs offer a wide range of staffing opportunities in North America and around the world. As a staff member in one of these programs, you'll create identity-building experiences for Reform Jewish Youth, help foster lifelong connections to the Jewish community, build skills and confidence in our youth, and provide immersive, transformative experiences for all involved. Serving as Jewish role models in an exciting and fun hands-on setting can be a rewarding learning opportunity.

There are many openings across the country - and around the world -- as well as here in the Pacific District:

URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy West (CA)
URJ 6 Points Sports Academy (CA)
URJ Camp Kalsman (WA)
URJ Camp Newman (CA)
Mitzvah Corps Pacific Northwest (Portland, OR)

NFTY is also looking for college students and recent grads to work and volunteer at our regional events. Roles vary by region/event and include cabin staff, program assistants, transportation staff, pre-event administrative help, and more. Contact the Regional Director in your area to see what opportunities are available near your campus.
 
 Around the Bay and Beyond
Limmud Bay Area Festival
June 29 - July 1, Sonoma State University
A retreat in a Jewish space and time, open, inclusive and multi-generational.

Summer Camp for Children and Teens with Special Needs (ages 5-22)
Oshman Family JCC, Palo Alto

Grief & Growing Weekend
A healing weekend for bereaved individuals and families
November 30 - December 2, 2018, i n the Santa Cruz mountains

Help Us Help You

 

 

We are a caring community, and we want to know if any of our members are ill or in the hospital. If you know of someone who is in need of special attention, please be in touch with any of our clergy. Because of privacy policies, hospitals do not inform us when a member is a patient. 


 

Also, if you know of a family in need of meals or a visit from the Caring Committee, please contact the rabbi's assistant in the temple office.  

 

We are here for our community, and we want to offer comfort and support to all of our families. Please communicate with us so that we can be there for you and your family in your time of need. 

 

 

Gan Hazikaron - Garden of Remembrance 

Skylawn Memorial Park, Highway 92 at Skyline Boulevard, San Mateo

Serving the Jewish Community of the Peninsula, Maintained by PTBE

One of Northern California's most beautiful memorial parks, overlooking the coastal hills. Pre-need arrangements available and encouraged, with discounts for PTBE members. For information, contact the temple office.




Join PTBE's LinkedIn Group
LinkedIn has become a valuable resource in the business world for job hunting, finding people who have expertise that may be needed, networking, and developing and nurturing contacts. One of the best ways to get the most out of LinkedIn is through its various groups.

Sanford Friedman has volunteered to administer the Group and can help you with any questions. He can be contacted by email or at 415-346-2455.

Join our LinkedIn Group, another way to enhance our vibrant PTBE community!

Watch Services Live or On Demand

If you are unable to attend Erev Shabbat or Shabbat morning services, you are now able to watch services streaming live on your computer or watch on demand at a later date. Here is the link.


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Donate Motor Vehicles, Jewelry, & Real Estate

 
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