 To help you find what you are looking for, E!Minders is organized by category (see list at left). We welcome your feedback, and will continue to work on making our communications with you as effective as possible.
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Tu B'Shevat Program for Special Needs Families
Sunday, February 23, 11:30 am
Celebrate the renewal of the earth, renewal of the family. We will have a short family Tu B'Shevat-style seder followed by various hands-on projects and a presentation for caregivers. Open to the community. Click here for
more information or to
register.
Shabbat Across America: Havdalah Dinners
Saturday, February 29
Share the warmth of our M'kor Shalom community in each other's homes with Havdalah potluck dinner. Start time and potluck dishes will be determined by each host. If you would like to attend, please
RSVP to
Membership@mkorshalom.org. Click here for
more information.
Scholar-in-Residence Weekend: Eat, Learn, Enjoy!
Friday, March 13 - Sunday, March 15
You are invited to share a weekend of master storytelling and song with Renée Brachfeld & Rabbi Mark Novak. Three days of warmth and wonderment drawn from stories and songs in the Jewish tradition. $36 per person, per event. Patron opportunities start at $118 per person. Click here for
more information or to
register.
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PURIM HAPPENINGS
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| Take Me Out to the Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 8, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us for a baseball-themed extravaganza, including games, food, prizes and inflatables. Wear your favorite costume. $25 per family; Sponsor opportunities available. Click here for more information, to become a sponsor or purchase tickets.
Meal Before The Shpiel
Monday, March 9, 6:00 pm
Join us for Pizza Dinner prior to Purim Dis-Service and Shpiel.
$8 Adults,
Children 10 & Up.
$5 Children 9 & Under.
Click here for more information or to RSVP by March 6.
Purim Dis-Service & Shpiel
Monday, March 9 - 7:00 pm Dis-Service; 7:45 pm Shpiel
At 7:00 pm, our clergy lead a playful "Dis-Service." Come in costume and bring a box of pasta to shake (Boo, Haman!) and donate to local food pantries. Then, at 7:45 pm, is our Religious School students' production of
"I Guess That's Why They Call It A Shpiel," featuring the tunes of Elton John.
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SHABBAT SERVICES
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Friday Evening Service Schedule
Click here
for a pdf of our Shabbat service schedule.
Erev Shabbat Services, 8:00 pm (
webcast)
Kabbalat Shabbat Services, 6:30 pm
February 14
February 28
- Shabbat Mishpacha with Ice Cream Oneg; We celebrate February birthdays.
March 13 - Scholar-In-Residence Weekend
March 27 - Shabbat Mishpacha with Ice Cream Oneg; We celebrate March birthdays.
Tot Shabbat
March 6 - Dinner 5:30 pm (RSVP), Service 6:15 pm
Torah Study
February 15, 22 & 29
March 15 - Scholar-in-Residence study session begins at special time: 9:45 am (RSVP)
All are welcome; no RSVP or previous experience necessary. Stay for schmoozing and refreshments at 10:00 am before our Spice Up Your Judaism program begins at 10:30 am.
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DINE & SHOP TO DONATE
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With Scrip, you can purchase gift cards to hundreds of stores and restaurants and help raise funds for M'kor Shalom at the same time - at no extra charge to you. Digital and reloadable gift cards are available in addition to traditional gift cards
received via mail. (
ShopRite Gift Cards remain available in the synagogue office.) Easy Enrollment:
2. Click "Join a Program" (desktop) or "Register" (mobile)
3. Enter enrollment code: 4B82B74615131
4. Follow the prompts to create your account and start shopping!
Questions? Contact our ShopWithScrip coordinator Maya Fair.
AmazonSmile is the place to do your everyday shopping!
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ADULT EDUCATION
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Secrets of the Mystical Aleph-Bet
Led by Rabbi Waxman
Life Today at the Southwest Border
Sunday, March 22, 11:00 am
Come hear Rabbi Claudio Kogan speak to us about life today at the Southwest Border. In addition to sharing his first-hand knowledge of the situation, he will be able to help us find meaningful and appropriate ways to take action. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
Spice Up Your Judaism - Saturdays, 10:30 am
Join us for schmoozing and light refreshments before our weekly program starts.
February 15, 22 & 29
March 7, 21 & 28
March 14 - Scholar-in-Residence study session begins at special time: 9:45 am (RSVP)
To share programming ideas, contact Gail Donner and Art Treiman with your suggestions. New committee members always welcome.
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CARING COMMUNITY / HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Caring Community Volunteers provide Transportation, Meals on a short-term basis, Shopping, Telephone reassurance, Friendly visits, Shiva set-up assistance, more. If you or someone in your family is confined to home because of illness or injury, M'kor Shalom's Caring Community volunteers are here to help. Please contact Jane Bloom or the synagogue office, so our volunteers can respond to your needs.
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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL/FAMILY PROGRAMMING
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Take Me Out to the Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 8, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Meal Before The Shpiel
Monday, March 9, 6:00 pm
Eating Disorders 101: Signs, Symptoms and Myths
Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 pm
This extremely important program will explore types of eating disorders, signs and symptoms to look out for, and common myths. We will also discuss what you can do if you think a loved one may be struggling with an eating disorder. We welcome presenter Samantha Piazza, MS, a Clinical Supervisor at The Renfrew Center in Mount Laurel, NJ. This program is appropriate for teens (Grades 9 & up) and adults. Free & open to the community. Click here for
more information. Kindly
RSVP to by March 15.
There are always great things happening at our Religious School. Tell your unaffiliated friends! Contact the Religious School office for more information.
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TOT PROGRAMMING / EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
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Tot Shabbat
Friday, March 6 - Dinner 5:30 pm, Service 6:15 pm
Join us for pizza & salad prior to our Tot service. Just $15 per family, or register for all remaining family dinners at a discounted rate. Click here for
more information or to
register.
Take Me Out To The Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 8, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Our Tot Programming Committee & PTO are always hosting fabulous events! For information or to join our committee, contact Stephanie Golden or Abby Harvey.
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ACHIM (THE MEN'S GROUP)
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Softball Registration
Deadline: Friday, March 20
Dust off the cleats and glove and start stretching! Games are played Sunday mornings April-July, except Passover & Mother's Day. Click here for more information and to register.
Achim (The Men's Group) Lunch
Wednesday, March 4, 12:30 pm
Join our standing reservation at
Short HIlls Deli for lunch and conversation. No RSVP necessary. Pay your own way.
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WOMEN'S CONNECTION
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We are busy planning more exciting women's programs! Contact Lisa Weiser or Beth Savitch to help plan and to share your ideas.
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KESHER CLUB
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Kesher Club Committee Meeting
Tuesdays, February 11 & March 10, 7:00 pm
Bowling Social at Pinsetter Bar & Bowl
Saturday, February 22, 7:00 pm (Off-site)
Even if you don't bowl, come out for drinks, food and socializing at this pay-your-own-way event.
Whether you plan to attend or not, kindly RSVP via your Evite or Kesher@mkorshalom.org. Click here for more information.
We are busy planning fun social events to connect members ages 35-55! Come to our meetings, or contact Lisa Batzar or Brad Shapiro to help plan and to share your ideas.
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COLLEGE CONNECTION
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Help Wanted!
Our M'kor Shalom College Connection students are always in search of internship and employment opportunities during their school breaks and over the summer. If you have any opportunities (paid or unpaid) to share with our students, please e-mail the details to David Snyder.
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SOCIAL ACTION
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Life Today at the Southwest Border
Sunday, March 22, 11:00 am
Rabbi Claudio Kogan speaks to us about life today at the Southwest Border. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
Social Action Cooking
Volunteers age 12 & up. No experience needed.
Monday, February 24, 7:00 pm
Thursday, March 5, 7:00 pm
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HOUSE COMMITTEE
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Help make our house your home!
Get involved with our House Committee. We welcome anyone with ideas and/or skills to help us with many projects to keep our House beautiful and functioning smoothly. Contact
Jud Goldsborough or
Paul Fishbein.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
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World Zionist Congress Elections Deadline
Wednesday March 11
The WZC Elections are happening now, and our votes are critical to maintaining a large Reform presence. The election is our chance to have the Reform Movement's voice and priorities heard in Israel.
Voting is now open. Click here for
more information.
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OTHER NEWS
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Board of Trustees Meetings
Wednesdays, February 19 & March 18, 7:30 pm
All congregants are encouraged to attend.
WiFi at M'kor Shalom
Click "mkorguest" and you're connected!
M'kor Shalom Job Bank
M'kor Shalom Help Wanted:
Webcasting Team Volunteers: Help the effort to webcast our services to those who are homebound or cannot come to services in person. No experience needed. Contact
Bruce Weinger.
Send Photos! We want to see your photos reflecting life at M'kor Shalom, including worship, study, good deeds, social events and more. Selected photos will be featured on the congregation's website,
Facebook page and lobby displays. Email photos to
MainOffice@mkorshalom.org.
M'kor Shalom Happenings On The Web
Be sure to
like us on Facebook and follow
@MkorShalom on Twitter. Tag us on Instagram!
#hineiniatmkorshalom #mkorshalom
#mkormoments. Share your M'kor Shalom moments & photos!
Gift Shop - Always New Items!
Stop in for all your gift-giving needs - Shabbat, holidays, engagements, weddings, new baby, B'nai Mitzvah, Confirmation, graduation and birthdays. Personalized wedding Ketubahs may be ordered. We also carry a large selection of beautiful tallitot.
Recycle Your Empty Ink Jet and Laser Printer Cartridges! Old cell phones, too!
We have collection bins in both the main office and the school office. Drop off during regular office hours. These materials will be recycled and the congregation will receive a cash rebate. A win-win opportunity!
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E!Minders
You can sign up online for any of the events listed above by clicking the registration link. If there is a fee, please pay using your Visa, MasterCard or PayPal account. If you pay by check, you will not be officially registered until your payment is received.
Thank you for using our online registration system, which will save you time and make it easier to sign up for events at M'kor Shalom. We hope you enjoy this new feature, and we also want to hear your feedback. You can send your feedback to
MainOffice@mkorshalom.org.
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