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Temple Beth El is affiliated with the URJ (Union of Reform Judaism)
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March, 2021 | Adar/Nisan, 5781 |
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2021 VIRTUAL Jewish Film Festival
of Sarasota-Manatee
March 1 - 25
The Jewish Film Festival features documentaries, narratives, tragedies and comedies, mysteries and love stories. Most have won awards and will have special meaning to our community of viewers. ALL FILMS ARE BEING HELD VIRTUALLY!
Click here to view the film guide and to purchase tickets.
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Daily Guide to Jewish Zoom Events, Classes and Other Online Resources
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The site is geared toward all backgrounds and level of knowledge. So whether you’re a Hebrew school dropout seeking a refresher on how to light the Hanukkah menorah or a synagogue president looking for a new perspective on the week’s Torah portion or a newcomer contemplating converting to Judaism — they have something for you.
My Jewish Learning was launched in 2003 and is now a part of 70 Faces Media, the largest nonprofit, nondenominational Jewish media organization in North America.
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Lunch and Learn - Tuesdays at noon. Join Rabbi Sternfield for some stimulating conversation via Zoom. The current theme for discussion is medical ethics and the Jewish perspective. Zoom link:
Meeting ID: 225 773 9491
Passcode: 2VhLtE
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Torah Study with Rabbi Sternfield and Cantor Bard - Saturdays at 10:45 am.
Send a message to Rabbi Sternfield if you would like to be put on the study list. You will then get the Zoom link for the session.
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Aleph Bet - Thursdays at 1 pm
Basic Hebrew class ongoing. Taught by Cantor Deborah Bard. This class will continue through April. You can still join if you have advanced beginning Hebrew reading skills. Brush up your reading and learn translation. Please RSVP for Zoom link
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Judaica Art Demo - March 11, at 2 pm via Zoom.
Artist Donna Slawsky will demonstrate how to make a piece of mosaic art out of broken dishes and glass. Donna has been a mosaic artist for 10 years. She uses stained glass and broken china, all are recycled or re-purposed. She loves mosaics. She gets an indescribable feeling of joy when the pieces, colors, and materials gel to create a piece of art that "speaks" to her and to others. Watch her process and, with enough interest, she may even do an online class for us. The Zoom link will be available soon.
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International Film Night - Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy: Wednesday, March 17th at 7 pm.
Once a month International film and discussion following the movie. Reserve the date for This film explores the unique role of Jewish composers and lyricists in the creation of the modern American musical. Featuring interviews and conversations with some of the greatest composers and writers of the Broadway stage. The Zoom link will be available soon.
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Rosh Chodesh - Sunday, March 21st, 5 pm outdoors at the Temple
Known as “Chodesh HaAviv” -Month of our Springtime and “Zman Cheruteynu,” Time of our Liberation. The new month of NISAN ushers in the Pesach festival and directs us to renewal; renewal of both nature and the essential self, the soul. Bring your own folding chair and a fruity drink for a l'chaim. You are also encouraged to bring a reading, prayer or poem to share.
Sponsored by the Women of Beth El. Readings, poetry, prayers. Please RSVP.
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Shabbat Service - Friday, March 26
Shabbat HaGadol (Round the Seder Table: Musical Preparation and Haggadic Literature for Passover) You will receive the YouTube video link.
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Erev Pesach and First Seder - Saturday, March 27.
We will join together (virtually) in a ritual Passover seder. Gather the family around the seder table. You will have to provide your own matzah balls and gefilte fish. More information will follow. You will receive the YouTube link for this community seder.
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Rise Up and Sing! Exploring Authentic Jewish Folk Music - Mondays, March 29 and April 5 at 6:30 pm
A two sessiion interactive workshop led by Cantor Deborah Bard, we will listen and learn about the wonderful folk music from the three major Jewish cultures: Ashkenazi (Europe), Sephardic (Spain and Africa), and Mizrahi (Middle East). Zoom link will be available soon.
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Simcha Grams
TBE sends Birthday, Anniversary, Bar/Bat Mitzvah and other celebration "Simcha Grams" to members in honor of their special day. This is a great way to contribute to your Synagogue and to send your TBE family good wishes.
Names must be received at the office by the 20th of the month prior to the birthday, anniversary or special event. Include a note with your name(s), the name(s) of whom and what you are honoring and how you would like your signature on the card they will receive. The donation is $2.00 per name. In the memo area of your check write "simcha gram and mail to: Temple Beth El, Attention: Simcha Gram. 5150 Peridia Blvd. East, Bradenton, FL 34203.
If you wish to pay by credit card use the "DONATE" button below.
The card will be mailed to those individuals prior to their special day and your donation will be acknowledged in the newsletter. If we have somehow overlooked your Simcha or made an error in printing the date, please accept our apologies and call the temple office at 941-755-4900 or send an email so that we may update our records. |
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Join hundreds of Reform Jewish women from throughout North America and around the world, hailing from dozens of different sisterhoods and communities, as we gather together – virtually – to learn, share, pray, connect, and demonstrate that we are stronger together.
The Fried Women's Conference from March 12-14, 2021, offers you opportunities to learn from amazing speakers, boost your spiritual side with inspiring worship services, and bring home innovative ideas to enhance your sisterhood. You can also sign up separately for a special event on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, with renowned glass and Judaica artist Gary Rosenthal.
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Purim Spiel starring our religious school players. Photo on left: Eleanor, Evelyn, Tully. Photo on right: Evelyn, Sofia, Maddy |
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Susie Konicov prepares Hamantaschen for the religious school at recent festivities around Purim.
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March Birthdays
2 Ken Handelman
4 Jacob Hoffman
6 Spencer Rosenstein
12 Bonnie Krasik
14 Louise Klain
15 Arnie Klein
15 Ze'ev Bar-El
18 Susan Koff
19 Marcia Blacksin
27 Julian James Trible
31 Ethan Leuchter
March Anniversaries
5 Roger Danziger and Debbie Yaskin
15 Michael Loewy and Susan Kurtin
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The Treasurer's Corner
Submitted by Howard Hammerman, Treasurer
Use your stimulus to stimulate Temple Beth El
The US House of Representatives passed a Covid-19 relief measure that includes payments of $1400 per person for individuals earning less than $100,000 per year and for families earning less than $200,000. If the measure passes the US Senate, the amounts will be direct deposited before March 15. People who get their refunds mailed will receive the amounts before the end of March.
Once you get your stimulus payment, please consider using it to bring your TBE membership account up to date. If your account is up to date, please consider making a generous donation to the Temple. This year, because of the pandemic, we will not be able to have a Spring fundraising event. Your gifts will make up the difference.
When making a gift please, let us know if you would like it acknowledged in the newsletter or at our weekly service.
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ZOOMING SONG (Sung to the tune of "TUM BALALAIKA")
Zoom, and we Zoom,
And we Zoom all the day-
Zoom, and we Zoom,
And we Zoom all the nite-
Zoom in the dark
Zoom in the light
Not like in-person
(But) For now it's all right
Wear a clean shirt
NOT one that's wrinkled,
Prior to joining
Be sure you have tinkled!
Tell kids and spouses-
Not to walk by...
Partially clothed or
Just to say hi!
chorus
Etiquette matters
When Zooming at work,
Clean up your background
Or look like a jerk!
Professional books,
All those can stay
Karaoke trophies
Should BE put away!
Chorus
Someday I hope I can
Stop all this Zooming
Doing it this much
Can be so consuming
There'll come a day I can
Touch you my friend
But Zooming will have to
Suffice until then
Chorus
Alternate verse:
"Zoom All You Like-A"
Zoom, and you Zoom
And you Zoom all you like-a
Zoom on a bike or on a long hike-a
Zoom with your mic on
Zoom on Formica,
Zoom with a Lute or a small Balalaika
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Did You Know?
The word "kosher" literally means "fit" or "appropriate."
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Yarzeits Observed During March Shabbat Services
SERVICES March 5th & 6th
Robert Hadesman IMO Donald Hadesman
Pearl Friedman IMO Richard Scharfman
Judy Rothauser remembers Elisabeth Rothauser
SERVICES March 12th & 13th
Judie Littell remembers Arthur Littell
SERVICES March 19th & 20th
Howard Hammerman remembers Gertrude Hammerman
Dan Breitberg remembers Shirley Breitberg
David Klain remembers Benjamin Klain
Jean Ellis remembers Valerie Lipmann
Jean Ellis remembers Morris Levy
Robert Hadesman remembers Natalie Hadesman
Susie Konicov remembers Louise Weinberg
Anna Bever remembers Jacob Neiman
Beverly Hurowitz remembers Hattie Hurowitz
SERVICES March 26th & 27th
Judie Littell remembers Isadore Rabinowitz
Karen Knoell remembers Roger Knoell
Jean Ellis remembers Lynne Abowitz
Fran Burday remembers Charles Goldinov
SERVICES April 2nd & 3rd
Jean Ellis remembers Eve Pesk
David Morgen remembers Aaron B. Cohen
Neil & Sandy Clark remember Aaron Milch
Beverly Hurowitz remembers Harold Breitstein
This is the only notification you will get for the yarzheit of your loved ones so please save these dates.
It is traditional to light a Yahrzeit candle on the evening of observance. In addition, we urge you to attend services (while we are staying safe at home please observe through our YouTube service) to honor the memory of your beloved and of course to recite Mourner’s Kaddish on the Yahrzeit. May your memories of the departed always be a blessing.
We hope you will attend the service.
To commemorate your beloved, it is also customary to memorialize the departed by making a donation to the synagogue. To make a donation, go to www.templebethelbradenton.org or mail your check to the Temple at 5150 Peridia Blvd East, Bradenton 34203
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