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Friday, November 16  - Shabbat Services  - 6:30 pm
     Candle lighting - 4:17 pm

Saturday, November 17 - Regular Shabbat Services - 9:00 am
     
THE CJL MINYAN - 10:15 am - 12:00 pm
Singing, Meditation and Torah Study - Led by Rabbi Jack Dermer

The congregational luncheon will be hosted by Leslie & Al Chibnik
In celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary!

Shabbas Simcha - A Shabbat Together
Join us as we celebrate our November anniversaries and birthdays together.
A complete list can be found here.

     Shabbat Alive! (ages 8-12) - 10:30am

     Mincha Service - 12:45 pm
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LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:

RESUMES Nov. 19th - Text and Context:  In this class we will delve deeply into the Biblical text in 
an attempt to understand not just the text, but the context of the foundational stories, so that we can better appreciate the Bible as the primary record of our people's spiritual development. Each class will be an opportunity to explore and discover the hidden meanings waiting to be found in the text. No prior Bible study is necessary.  Taught by Rabbi Klein on Mondays from 2:30- 3:30.

Mussar: The Jewish Path to Self-Improvement:  Mussar, literally "ethics," is the Jewish approach to character development. We all strive to become better people, but what does Judaism have to teach us about closing the gap between our high ideals and our day to day actions? Each week, we will focus on a different character trait to study and practice. From compassion to patience, discipline to humility, contentment, mindfulness, and so many more - we will learn classical Jewish texts in the Mussar tradition, and support each other as we continue to grow into better people and holier Jews.   Taught by Rabbi Dermer on Mondays at 7pm.

Parasha at the Plaza:  Join Rabbi Dermer at Bagel Plaza for a nosh and exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll learn a range of commentaries on the Parasha, and discuss their meaning in our own lives. All experience levels and Hebrew abilities welcome. Bring a friend, take a bagel break, and add a little extra spirituality into the week.  Taught by Rabbi Dermer on Tuesdays at 10am. Location: Bagel Plaza. Receive 20% off your nosh during the session.
MJC Employment Network

Seasonal Counter Help Needed

The Cookie Outlet of Long Island, located in Hicksville, is looking to add additional personnel for the Holiday Season.  We are looking for a counter person that could give us 40 hrs per week until Dec 25th.

Duties will include helping customers, working the register, some phone orders and general maintenance of the retail store. We are also looking for part/time additional support with the warehouse and deliveries (maybe 20 hrs p/week). If anyone wants to earn some extra money in a fun environment (after all what is more fun than cookies?), call Albert at 516-2856-8237 to discuss compensation and more details.

FOR SALE!
Franklin Mint Diana, Princess of Wales, Porcelain Portrait Doll.  The unopened box contains the doll (17" tall), a tiara, a clutch purse and a long stem white rose.  Princess Diana is wearing  a white beaded gown with a jacket and pearl earrings.  The gown and jacket is a replica of what Princess Diana wore in her lifetime.  It is a beautiful keepsake.  Please call: 516 378-2199 for information.


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FAMILY PROGRAMMING

December 8 @ 5:45pm - Once Upon a Shabbat Havdalah Chanukah Craft

SISTERHOOD & Z'HAVAH (Young Women's Sisterhood) 

11/15 - Paid Up Membership Party / Fashion Show @ 7:00pm
11/28 - Israeli Dancing @ 8:30pm (Board Meeting @ 7:30pm)
1/16/19 - "#Rituals" with Rabbi Dermer @ 8:30 (Board Meeting @ 7:30)
1/30 - Israeli Dancing @ 8:30pm (Board Meeting @ 7:30pm)
2/6 - Decorating Ideas with Wendy @ 8:15pm
2/27- Board Meeting @ 7:30pm
3/6 - Purim Shalach Manot Bag Packing
3/15 - 16th Scholar-in-Residence Weekend / Sisterhood Shabbat with Rahel Musleah
4/3 -  Board Meeting  @ 7:30pm /  Israeli Dancing @ 8:30pm
4/24 - Bunco Game Night* @ 7:30 (Passover snacks will be served)
5/8 - Painting Craft Night* @ 7:30pm
5/19 (Sun) - Torah Fund Breakfast* @ 9:00am
5/22 - Israeli Dancing @ 8:30pm

Sisterhood Co-Presidents Anita Cohen & Liz Schwartz
Email us at sisterhood@merrickjc.org
MEN'S CLUB (Email mensclub@merrickjc.org )
 


CHESED (helping hands)  (Email chesed@merrickjc.org)
 
Evening meetings (8:20pm after minyan): 1/17/19, 3/4, 5/13
Afternoon meetings with lunch!:  12/5, 2/6/19, 4/3, 6/5

Interfaith Nutrition Network (INN) - Did you know that MJC members have been assembling trays of lasagna for the Interfaith Nutrition Network for almost 20 years? Come help us fulfill this mitzvah at the MJC at 9am on the following dates:  11/15, 12/20, 1/17/19, 2/14, 3/14, 4/18, 5/16, 6/20, 7/18, 8/15, 9/19, 10/17


SAVE THE DATE!
SEMI-ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
DECEMBER 9TH AT 10:00AM

PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND THIS IMPORTANT MEETING
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Gala New Year's Eve Party @ MJC
(We're having a party---and the price is right!)
 
Stay off the roads...out of the kitchen...have a blast right here in your own community with friends and fellow congregants

When: Monday, December 31st
DETAILS TO FOLLOW...
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Clothing Donation?
Drop off your bags in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters bin located in the back of our parking lot, and the office will provide you with a tax receipt.   Too many bags to carry?  Call the office and a volunteer will be happy to schedule a home pickup.  Thank you!
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Having an Event?
Don't forget to save your left-overs for Rock and Wrap It Up.
Need someone to deliver to the Shelter?
email: Chesed@MerrickJC.org

Please remember: Charity begins at home -- so whenever you come to the synagogue, please bring a nonperishable kosher item for the Kosher food pantry!

ANOTHER WAY TO SUPPORT THE MJC IS BY SHOPPING THROUGH AMAZON SMILE!  THANK YOU!
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