Shabbat Naso
Friday, May 25
5:50 pm: Minhah services in the Milstein Sanctuary
Saturday, May 26
8:00 am:
Theology on Shabbat
9:00 am:
Shabbat Services in the Milstein Sanctuary
Bar Mitzvah:
Aaron Brunnlehrman
10:45 am:
Simhat Shabbat (for children K-2 and their parents) in rooms D & E
10:45 am: Ruah on Shabbat (for children grades 3-5) in LLCR
11:00 am: Tot Shabbat in Tot Shabbat room
12:00 pm: Kiddush in Reception Halls
12:45 pm:
Parashat Hashavua in rooms D & E
7:35 pm: Minhah services followed by Seudah Shelishit in the Irene Schwebel Chapel
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Memorial Day is Monday, May 28, 2018
Synagogue office and schools are closed.
Monday, May 28
9:00 am: Morning Services in the Milstein Sanctuary
Bar Mitzvah: Bennet Katzin
8:00 pm:
Minhah Services in the Irene Schwebel Chapel
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TIC ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Wine and cheese cocktail reception at 7:00 pm
Meeting at 7:30 pm
Temple Israel Center Reception Hall 1
TIC Annual Membership Meeting will be
followed by a Special Meeting to vote on the hiring of Interim Senior Rabbi Matthew Futterman.
Voting privileges for both meetings are for all TIC members in "good standing.
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This Friday: Breakfast and Learn 5778 (2018)
The Bible in Song
This year, we will continue to explore Israeli songs
that serve as modern midrash on Bible stories and characters, beginning with the patriarchs and matriarchs of the Torah. New students welcome.
Instructor: Rabbi Dina Shargel
View flyer
here for details.
To register, email rabbishargel@gmail.com or call 914-948-2800, ext. 121.
7:50 am in Room 21
Upcoming classes in 2018:
Fridays:
May 25, June 8, 22
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This coming Wednesday: Israeli Scouts at TIC
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Tzofim Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan
For more information view flyer here. See their website here.
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Sisterhood Bookclub
The next book club meeting will be on Wednesday, May 30. We will be reading the novel,
The Hare With the Amber Eyes, by Edmund de Waal. Contact the synagogue office for more information.
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JNF's "Positively Israel Reception"
Thursday, May 31
7:30 pm
Temple Israel Center
Community-wide
Dessert & wine reception Includes Israeli wine tasting, kosher dessert, raffle prizes, and more!
"Israel@70: What Does the Future Hold for Israel and the Middle East?"
Featuring Guest Speaker BRET STEPHENS.
View flyer
here for more details and to RSVP.
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The Havurah Minyan invites you to the 6th Annual
KABBALAT SHABBAT UNDER THE STARS
Friday, June 2, 2017
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Celebrating a Graduation? Celebrate with us!
We invite parents, grandparents, relatives and friends to honor their graduates of all ages, from Nursery School through Graduate School, by participating in a special Kiddush on
Saturday morning, June 2, 2018.
Register online
here, or download a form
here.
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Brotherhood: 9th Multi Regional Retreat
Brotherhood is inviting all Brotherhood members to the 9th multi regional retreat taking place
at CAMP ZEKE from
Friday, June 8 at 3:00 pm to Sunday, June 11 at 11:00 am,
at virtually no cost.
The Hudson Valley Region is providing two hundred dollars and Brotherhood is providing one hundred dollars to a total cost of approximately three hundred dollars to Brotherhood members. The retreat will take placed at CAMP ZEKE, located at Lakewood, PA 18439;
www.campzeke.org.
Registration deadline is MAY 31 2018.
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Backyard Bonanza End-of-Year Youth Group Party
Come and join the fun at the end-of-year party for
Halutzim (K-2nd),
Ruah (3rd-5th), &
Kadima (6th-8th)! You won't want to miss out on the fun games, activities, and pizza we have in store for you!
Sunday, June 10, 2018
11:00 am-1:00 pm
$8 per youth group member - $15 per nonmember
Please let us know of any dietary restrictions or any other ways that we can ensure that your child has the best time possible! View flyer
here.
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New Member Family Fun Day
The Membership Committee is hosting a family fun day on
Sunday, June 10 from 2:00-4:00 pm to welcome new 2017-2018 TIC members! If you're a new member, please contact Kelly Kressler at k.kressler@templeisraelcenter.org for more information.
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5 SYNAGOGUES OF WHITE PLAINS ISRAEL ACTION COMMITTEE
Invites You to a Special Program with CAMERA:
Media Coverage of Israel: Fact or Fallacy?
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Light Breakfast at 9:30 AM | Program at 10:00 AM Sharp
Temple Israel Center | 280 Old Mamaroneck Road, White Plains
"June 10 CAMERA/5 Synagogues Event at TIC: 'Media Coverage of Israel: Fact or Fallacy?' featuring Sarit Catz. Very timely topic! Light breakfast will be served at 9:30, followed by the presentation. No charge. See Jonathan Flaxer for details." View flyer
here.
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Save the date for two special events to enjoy spirited music with Cantor Mordecai:
Friday, June 15, Kabbalat Shabbat featuring the TIC 'band,'
Sunday evening, June 17
, Backyard jam. Details to follow.
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YOUTH and FAMILY PROGRAMMING
Israeli Scouts at TIC
this coming Wednesday, May 30, 2018!
Tzofim Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan at TIC
Dynamic, engaging Israeli teens visit for an exciting day of music, dance, and laughter.
* 10:00 am: Morning performance for Nursery School children and families
* 11:00 am: Visits with the Tzofim in Nursery School rooms
* 12:30 pm: Lunch with the Scouts
* 5:30 pm: Pizza party with the Scouts for the entire community
* 6:15 pm: Performance for all ages: children, teens, and adults
* 7:15 pm: Dessert Reception
* 8:00 pm:
Lailah tov ul'hitraot - Good night and farewell to the
Tzofim
Hosting Opportunity: If your family wants to host a Scout on Tues., May 29, and Wed., May 30, please email Susan Ticker today at
s.ticker@templeisraelcenter.org
Mark your calendars today and make plans to join in the fun!
Backyard Bonanza End-of-Year Youth Group Party
Come and join the fun at the end-of-year party for
Halutzim (K-2nd),
Ruah (3rd-5th), &
Kadima (6th-8th)! You won't want to miss out on the fun games, activities, and pizza we have in store for you!
June 10, 2018
11:00 am-1:00 pm
$8 per youth group member - $15 per nonmember
Please let us know of any dietary restrictions or any other ways that we can ensure that your child has the best time possible! View flyer
here.
RSVP by June 7th to
r.glickenstein@templeisraelcenter.org
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Babies & Bagels: Wednesday, June 6, 2018, 9:15-10:30 am
Eugene Posniewski, Owner and Director of Eugene's Music Studio, invites you to enjoy music and have a blast! Eugene is certified in early childhood education and loves the excitement his students and families bring to his everyday life. Join us for a morning of listening, exploring, dancing, singing, moving and playful delight.
This is a FREE event and open to all. Coffee and bagels will be served. View flyer
here.
Join us for Camp 2018!
If you are looking for a 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.
Registration Now Open for the 2018-19 School Year.
Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 school year. Enrollment is subject to available space and will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you would like to schedule a tour or learn more about the TIC Nursery School, please contact the Nursery School Director,
Patty Goldstick or call 914-948-2800, x126. For registration information, click
here.
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SHORASHIM AND
HAVURAT TORAH NEWS
2018-2019 Registration Has Begun!
We are so happy that registration for the coming year for both
Shorashim and
Havurat Torah has now officially begun! Click
here for online registration.
Register early, by June 13, to receive the 'early bird' discount.
This coming Wednesday, May 30, 2018:
Tzofim Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan visits TIC
Dynamic, engaging Israeli teens visit for an exciting day of music, dance, and laughter.
* 10 am: Morning performance for Nursery School children and families
* 11 am: Visits with the Tzofim in Nursery School rooms
* 12:30 pm: Lunch with the Scouts
* 5:30 pm: Pizza party with the Scouts for the entire community
* 6:15 pm: Performance for all ages: children, teens, and adults
* 7:15 pm: Dessert Reception
* 8:00 pm:
Lailah tov ul'hitraot - Good night and farewell to the
Tzofim
Hosting Opportunity: If your family wants to host a Scout on Tues., May 29, and Wed., May 30, please email Susan Ticker today at
s.ticker@templeisraelcenter.org
Mark your calendars today and make plans to join in the fun!
Shorashim News
2018-2019 Registration Has Begun!
We are so happy that registration for the coming year for both
Shorashim and Havurat Torah has now officially begun! Click
here for online registration.
Register early, by June 13, to receive the 'early bird' discount.
Opening Days for Shorashim in September!
Wednesday, September 5 for Grades 2-6
Thursday, September 6 for Grades 2-6
Sunday, September 16 for all Grades K-6
A calendar and packet of important information will arrive via snail mail in August. If you have any questions before that, be in touch. We will be here most of the summer!
Lost and Found
We have several jackets and other items that may belong to your child in the Education Office. Please stop by before the end of the school year and take a look!
This Week in the Torah /
Parashat Ha-Shavua
This week's parashat ha-shavua/Torah story, comes from the Book of BeMidbar/Numbers, and is called, Naso.
Learn more about it
here.
Shabbat
Hamudim
(Cuties Shabbat)
with Rabbi Ari & Cantor Mordecai
Join us for a relaxed, come-as-you-are Shabbat experience for families with young children (recommended for children from NS- through Grade 1). Welcome Shabbat with songs, stories, dancing and kiddush on the Third Friday of every month.
When
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Third Fridays of every month:
Next date: June 15
What time
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5:15 pm - 5:45 pm
Where
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The Kitah Gimel/Third Grade learning space across from the library
2018-2019 Registration Has Begun!
We are so happy that registration for the coming year for both
Shorashim and
Havurat Torah has now officially begun! Click
here for online registration.
Havurat
Torah
Offerings for 5778 (2017-2018):
If you are interested in hearing more about what your friends are learning at HT this year,
ask them why they're choosing to participate and what they're excited about.
Register now. We are eager to welcome
you
into our learning community!
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TIC Parents of Children with Special Needs ages 0-17
The next gathering of the TIC Parents of Children with Special Needs ages 0-17 will be Thursday evening, June 14. Call the synagogue office for location and to RSVP.
Note that you are welcome to drop in without RSVP'ing, however, it helps us to figure out chairs and amount of food.
Here are the dates for the rest of the year. Let us know if you are interested in hosting any of the upcoming gatherings.
Thurs evening June 14 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thurs evening July 19 8:00pm - 10:00 pm
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Rabbi Tucker's Mishnah Class
Tuesdays
June 12 and 19
8:15-9:45 PM in the Library
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Shabbat
H
amudim (Cuties Shabbat)
with Rabbi Ari & Cantor Mordecai
Join us for a relaxed, come-as-you-are Shabbat experience for families with young children (recommended for children from NS- through Grade 1). Welcome Shabbat with songs, stories, dancing and kiddush on the Third Friday of every month.
Next Date: Friday, June 15
5:15 pm - 5:45 pm
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Backyard Shabbat
All are invited to join us for a casual afternoon of mingling and schmoozing, a light dairy supper, and a brief study session (for adults).
Saturday, June 16 host: Rabbi Tucker and Amy Cohn
Remember to bring a swimsuit and towel so you can enjoy the pool!
Though there will be lifeguards at the pool, please note that parents are responsible for their own children.
Saturday, June 30 host: Sandra & Dan Costin
Saturday, July 14 host: Harry & Lisa Pell
Saturday, July 28 Host: Aviva & Steven Seiden
Saturday, August 18 Host: Wendy Proskin & Jeremy Zucker
Rain plan:
If the forecast is bleak the program may be canceled or re-located to the Synagogue. We will advise of the change on the TIC website and by e-mail on Friday morning.
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Brotherhood/Sisterhood BBQ
Back by popular demand-- our previously well-received Brotherhood/Sisterhood summer kickoff BBQ in the courtyard.
On Thursday, June 21 at 7:00 pm, we will be hosting a barbecue, and, as in the past, it will be open to everyone -- members and friends -- at only $25 per person.
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L'Dor V'Dor Summer Internship June 25 - July 20, 201
The Hebrew Home at Riverdale is accepting applications for their L'Dor V'Dor Summer Internship, an innovative, fun and meaningful four week program for Jewish teenagers. Interns volunteer at the Hebrew Home, connect with residents, and attend educational seminars & workshops. Click here for info and here for the application.
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Teen Spark: METNY program for teens
Are your teens around for the summer? Passionate about social justice? Want to learn new tech skills?
METNY is proud to announce an exciting program for teens!
In collaboration with Israeli start-up Teen Spark, METNY is proud to be introducing USY's first ever design learning program. For more information click
here.
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פרקי אבות לב שלם
The Wisdom of Our Sages
with commentaries by
Rabbi Gordon Tucker and Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum
Books can be purchased in the TIC office
The Rabbi Gordon Tucker Fund for Jewish Learning, Thought and Culture.
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The Hesed Circle
Bikkur Holim * Senior Connect * Shiva Support
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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
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To join the committee in its work, please contact Michelle Steinhart or Robin Friedman at
rskf18@gmail.com.
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MAH JONGG WITH SISTERHOOD
Sisterhood holds mah jongg games on Thursday nights from
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
"We play for tzedakah/charity, one game at a time." Players need not be Sisterhood or Temple Israel Center members.
We play year-round, except for holidays and when the synagogue is closed.
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DOROT Westchester Intergenerational Chess
Opportunity for Older Adults to Participate in an Intergenerational Chess Program
* Learn and Play Chess with Teens
* Wednesday Afternoons in Hartsdale
* Transportation is available
* Great for Brain Fitness
Call Cippi Harte, Director DOROT Westchester, to Register: (914) 573-8906. View
flyer
here
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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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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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TIC MEMBERS-ONLY
WEBSITE ACCESS
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Send feedback about the FB page to our administrator,
Robin Arzt.
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 Kelly Kressler 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
Kelly Kressler.
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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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