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This Week at BJBE
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April 30,
2018
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A Note from Sally Sachar, Executive Director
Dear Congregants,
We are all riding very high today, two days after the
amazing Totally 80's Gala.
What a huge success the evening was; what a wonderful chance for so many of us to be together, kicking up our heels, dancing to 80's tunes, eating fun foods and recalling so many 80s icons - Madonna, Cheers, Back to the Future, Stand By Me, The Breakfast Club, etc.
People were decked out in fun and festive costumes. I haven't seen that many tutus since I took ballet as a child or as much pink and green since I organized my highlighters.
Enorm
ous thanks to our Gala Committee, led by
Michael
DiCocco, Bonnie Litch, and Sid Siegel.
You put your heart and soul into it, and it showed in spades.
And immense thanks to so many of you who came out on Saturday evening and supported the congregation with your energy, creativity, and generosity.
Have a wonderful week!
-Sally
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We look forward to celebrating the Bat Mitzvah of Lily Hecht
at the morning service and the B'nai Mitzvah of Jack Pinsky & Jordan Pinsky
at the afternoon service this Saturday.
Mazel tov to Lily, Jack, Jordan, and their families.
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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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ADULT EDUCATION
Counting the Omer Classes with Rabbi Kedar
Tuesdays, May 1 & 15, 11:00am
We will explore the Jewish principles involved in preparing to receive Torah. Omer, A Counting by Rabbi Kedar will be used as one of the texts for discussion. Join us as we make these 49 days count!
Annual JUF Reception featuring Alon Ben-Gurion
Tuesday, May 8, 7:00pm
Congregation BJBE
cordially invites you to attend our
Annual JUF Reception
on behalf of the
2018 Jewish United Fund Annual Campaign, featuring Alon Ben-Gurion. Alon Ben-Gurion is the grandson of the late Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, and he will be speaking on
The Legacy of David Ben-Gurion and The Creation of the State of Israel. No cost to attend.
Games Galore
Wednesday, May 9, 5:30pm
You don't want to miss this night!
Scrabble, Poker, Canasta and more, all for $36 per person which includes dinner. Prizes, surprises and more.
Learn more & register >>
The Long Shadow Premiere
Thursday, May 10, 7:00pm
Congregation BJBE is pleased to host the screening of
The Long Shadow
, a film investigating the roots of current racial conflicts.
Celebrate BJBE's 125th Anniversary!
Friday, May 11, 7:30pm
Please join us at Shabbat services, followed by a festive Oneg. Join us as we share memories of years gone by. We are looking for bakers for this joyous occasion. If you are able to bake, please contact
Terry Sachsel.
After Hours Game Night
Saturday, May 12, 7:30pm
After Hours is a social group for parents of school-age (and younger) kids who are looking for some adult time to eat, relax, and enjoy meeting other BJBE adults. Join us for desserts, games, and a beverage. $10 per couple; please bring an adult beverage to share and a game to play!
Learn more >>
BJBE Stars for Business: Every Click You Make
Monday, May 14, 7:30pm
Are you hacker proof? Join BJBE Stars for Business for "Every Click You Make" --a fun, informative session on keeping your online information safe, with cybersecurity expert Goran Donev. Free to all BJBE members! Please RSVP to
Alan Pearlman.
Sisterhood Book Club
Tuesday, May 15, 12:00pm
Our May book is Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. A New York Times Bestseller, the book traces the intertwined fates of the picture-perfect Richardson family and the enigmatic mother and daughter who upend their lives. Pack a lunch and join us for a lively discussion. All are welcome! Contact Terri Ruby for further information.
4th Annual Community-Wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Saturday, May 19, 7:00pm
Everyone has a Story: An Evening of Story, Song, & Learning
with Musician & Songwriter Craig Taubman, Storyteller Rick Lupert, Guitarist Sean Harkness, and featuring local Cantors & Rabbis
BJBE is a participating congregation.
Learn more >>
Shabbat Torah Study: Deuteronomy
Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Talmud Study
Wednesdays, 7:45-9:00am
Canasta & Mahjong, hosted by Sisterhood
Mondays, 12:00pm
Mishkan Shalom
Thursdays, 10:00-11:00am.
Join us each week for Mindfulness and Torah study based on weekly text, poetry and other contemplative readings. We become one another's teachers as we build our own inner "mishkan" or sanctuary. We will learn to practice meditation so we can access how Torah affects our lives. Contact
Margot Andersen with any questions.
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JLC & YOUTH PROGRAMS
Wow! It's hard to believe the last week of school is here.
Last day of JLC Tuesday - May 1
Last day of JLC Wednesday - May 2
Last day of JLC Sunday - May 6
School on May 6 will be followed by a celebratory picnic lunch in the Sacred Hall and courtyard, with an ice cream truck coming at 12:30! You can bring your own lunch, or order one from BJBE, catered by Pear Tree. Lunch costs $8 per person, and picnic boxes will be customized with each family's sandwich choices. RSVP and place your order online no later than Wednesday here >>
Confirmation
Sunday May 6, 11:00am
Join us as our 10th graders share with the community what they have learned after a year of study and reflection.
Support the Teen Mission to Kolin & Israel
Culver's Fundraising Night!
Tuesday, May 1, 4:00-8:00pm
Have a delicious meal and help support BJBE's Teen Mission to Kolin & Israel! BJBE Clergy will be scooping custard, too! Bring your friends and family for this great event!
Upcoming Youth Group Events
SYG Shul-In and Elections
May 4-5, 7:00 p.m. Friday - 9:00 a.m. Saturday
KYG Matzah Ball Shabbat and Undernighter
Friday, May 18, 5:15-10:00 p.m.
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Mizmor L'
Shabbat Service, Friday, May 4, 7:30pm, featuring our amazing T'filah Band.
Shabbat mornings feature our
Kol Shabbat Service at 9:30am
followed by
Torah Study at 11:00am
Wednesday Morning Minyan: Begin your day in a beautiful and powerful way from 6:45 - 7:30am in the intimate space of the Chapel. Experience a prayer service grounded in communal song, thought-provoking liturgy, and deep silence, followed by bagels and coffee.
The weekday prayer melodies are
available here
, although all are welcome to attend regardless of musical or prayerbook knowledge.
Services in both the Sacred Hall and Sanctuary are streamed. To view our live or recorded streams,
please click here.
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SOCIAL ACTION NETWORK
For over a century, HIAS C
hicago has been one of the most respected providers of immigration services in the Chicago metropolitan area.
Founded to support Eastern European Jewish immigrants in the early 1900s, the program has expanded over time to address the needs of various refugee and immigrant groups from around the world, regardless of religion, race or national origin.
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Do you love to cook? Or are you fabulous at ordering in? The Caring Community is looking for volunteers willing to be called upon when someone in our BJBE community is in need of a meal during a challenging time. If you are interested in being on our volunteer list, please contact Dale Busch.
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 temple 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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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Missing something? Come check out our Lost & Found bin in the BJBE office!
We will be donating items after next Monday, May 7, so please stop in and claim your lost articles!
Never had a Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Join the new, user-friendly
Adult B'nai Mitzvah class that is beginning to form. The class meets weekly for approximately a year, culminating with a group B'nai Mitzvah experience. For more information, call the BJBE office at 847.940.7575 or Phyllis Steiner at 847.729.7366.
Help BJBE while you shop!
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is a simple and automatic way for you to support BJBE every time you shop, at no cost to you!
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Book BJBE for your upcoming celebration!!
Your spiritual home is also a premier venue with beautiful reception space 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.
Sally Sachar, our Executive Director, seeks a part-time project associate from May through September to, among other responsibilities, help with the High Holidays. Please have interested candidates contact Sally at [email protected].
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JUDAICA (GIFT) SHOP
Mother's Day is fast approaching and what would be better than... JEWELRY!! From May 1-18 you will get 15% off of all jewelry for that special someone! looking for a meaningful wedding present? Want to enhance your own wedding? The Judaica Shop has a selection of colored smash glasses whose shards can be put into a mezuzah, picture frame, menorah, or sculpture. Many in stock or we can order for you.
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
More than 500 Students enrolled in Hebrew classes in eight north suburban high schools and one from the Milwaukee suburbs took a field trip to celebrate Yom Ha'atzmaut, or Israel's Independence Day.
The teens gathered for a day of learning, speeches, entertainment and camaraderie April 19 at Congregation BJBE.
Read the article from the Deerfield Review
here >>
Parent/Daughter Sports Day with llinois Girls Lacrosse Association
Experience a taste of our empowering summer camp sports program just 4 girls PreK-8
th.
Sunday, May 6
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9:30AM - 11:30AM at Woodlands Academy, Lake Fores
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Registration and more details here >>
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Education Team
Missy Bell
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Administrative Team
(Executive Director)
(Accounting Manager)
(Facility Manager)
(Education Assistant)
(Senior Clergy's Assistant) Dani Glass (Membership & Assistant Clergy's Assistant) Erica Stone
(Event Coordinator)
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Lay Leaders
(Co-Presidents)
Want to uphold Jewish ideals from generation to generation.....Donate to the Sustaining Gifts Program. Click "DONATE" above.
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| Contact Information |
| Sally J. Sachar, Executive Director (847) 940-7575 |
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