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TEMPLE BETH-EL
10001 Columbia Avenue
219.934.9600
Munster, IN 46321-4056
219.934.9663 (fax)
E-mail: tbe@airbaud.net
www.templebethel-munster.org
Leonard Zukrow
Michael N. Stevens
Matthew Fefferman
Carrie Morris
Paul Mesirow
Francie Gerson
Kristin Stern
- Rabbi
Rabbi Emeritus
- President
- Sisterhood President
- Brotherhood President
- Religious School Facilitator
- Music Director
Mission Statement
Temple Beth-El is a Reform Jewish Congregation dedicated to worship,
study, andsocial responsibility. As a caring community, we strive to meet
the spiritual, intellectual, and cultural needs of each member of our Temple family.
Adopted by the Board 1/20/98
Temple Beth-El’s newsletter is printed once a month.
Non-members wishing to receive our congregational news are asked to pay
a yearly subscription fee of $18.00.
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
DIVREI HA RAV
THE RABBI’S WORDS
Vanilla – The Good Taste of the Ordinary
The new Jewish month that begins on Friday, October 4, is called Cheshvan. It is also known as
Mar Cheshvan – the “bitter” Cheshvan, as it is a month where no festival occurs. Perhaps this
designation is harsh. The between or the in-between is valued in Jewish life. “Bayn” as we
learned from Dr. Ron Wolfson in Relational Judaism is essential to relationship.
It is in the between that we discover that vital element that moves us upward and forward.
Cheshvan is not a bitter time; it is a vanilla time – tasty in its ordinariness. Being ordinary is ok,
being ordinary is necessary, as without it how would we come to know that which is extraordinary. We need time in between to reflect, consider, and then plan what we will do as we move
forward.
The questions of our High Holy Day season can now occupy our time. How will we grow our
Jewish knowledge? Did we put one of the Adult Education programs into our calendar? If we
cannot attend, do we plan to spend some time exploring Jewish websites – reading the weekly
Torah portion at URJ.org or visiting My Jewish Learning?
The idea for this article came from my search of “Cheshvan” and who addressed the meaning of
this month. No surprise, I found something, this idea that a break from intensity of festival is not
bitter, just ordinary. We need space to think. Remember the message of Daniel Lubetsky, who
taught us that we need time to think, to consider – when we are on or in our phones and not interacting between each other – we miss the mark, we miss the target of moving upward, moving
forward.
Use this time to consider - how will I approach Chanukah and Thanksgiving this year? How
might we add to our observance, our celebration? What more will I learn this year? Chanukah
means dedication – what will we commit our time and energy to this year? Embedded in the
word Chanukah is “Chinuch” – education, learning – moving upward, moving forward must involve “Chinuch”.
From Aish.com we learn that Cheshvan is a time that is “bitter,” for there seems to be no opportunities for growth and spiritual connection. It is a time of deterioration, as the leaves wither and
the world enters a state of deep hibernation. And yet, it is also a time when the rains begin, when
the potential for future growth is being sown. It is a time when spiritual darkness reigns, yet
when spiritual growth begins deep beneath the surface. It is the moment when Rachel passes on,
when all seems bleak, when the darkness of exile closes in; and it is the moment of the birth of
Benjamin, the seed of the Jewish people's perfected state, which is sown in that very darkness.
Cheshvan begins the extended time span between the last festival, Sukkot, and the next, Passover. In the meantime, the spiritual seeds planted during the Jewish month of Tishrei begin to take
root – to be watered and to grow, finally appearing and bearing fruit in Nissan of next year.
The message of Cheshvan is that despite the darkness, and even because of the darkness, there is
future growth that awaits us. We have the opportunity to nurture that right at this moment. It is
now that we gather the seeds from the holidays of the month of Tishrei, plant them, and carefully
water them through the winter months. With God's help, we will soon marvel at the beautiful
spring bounty that we merit to cultivate.
Rabbi Len Zukrow
A Taste of Judaism...Are You Curious?
Thursdays, October 10, 17, 24
Temple Beth-El
7:00 - 9:00 PM
A Taste of Judaism…Are You Curious?™ is designed for people who have limited or no Jewish background but are interested in learning about Judaism. Many participants are unaffiliated Jews who don’t feel that they know much about their religion, the adult children of interfaith couples, non-Jews who are interested in learning more about Judaism, and partners in
Interfaith relationships. All sorts of people take this class, including people who want to know
more about their Jewish colleagues’ religion, and grandparents of children being raised Jewish who are not Jewish themselves.
FROM THE PRESIDENT . . .
Wow! We have been moving at a breakneck pace the last month or so. Summer break ended,
Religious school started, and the High Holy Days began before we had time to exhale. Then we
built our new outdoor Sukkah, arranged a special outdoor Shabbat service during Sukkot, and
began to put our exciting new Adult Education program into action.
Taking time to write this bulletin article gives me a moment to reflect not only on what has
happened in the past month, but what has been happening for the last year. We have been a
congregation in transition. Change is not always easy, tidy or comfortable. Below is an excerpt
from the address I gave on Erev Rosh Hashanah:
Temple Beth-El has been in transition….Transition is a process, not an event. Rabbi Zukrow,
the executive committee, and the board of trustees are committed to continuing this process.
This means that many of us will need to take a fresh look at how we have been doing
things for many years, and perhaps, make some changes. Moving out of our comfort zone
is often unsettling as we no longer know what to expect. The unknown can feel so vast and
overwhelming. However, change can be very liberating and empowering. If we try to think
of it as an opportunity to grow and seek holiness, we will find ourselves in exhilarating new
places that we never dreamed possible.
We will continue to forge ahead, trying new things, constantly assessing what is most appropriate for Temple Beth-El, and gently discarding that which no longer fits.
When I read my words I am both excited and scared. As I said before, change is not always comfortable. One thing that has eased Temple’s transition has been the willingness of many of you to
communicate your thoughts, feelings, and opinions. Both Rabbi Zukrow and I welcome your
feedback. If you like something please let me or another board member know. If something we
are doing just doesn’t feel right, don’t keep it to yourself. Please communicate that to me or Rabbi as well (but please be gentle). I look forward to hearing from you.
Shalom,
Matthew
NEWS FROM BROTHERHOOD
Paul Mesirow, President
With the holidays behind us now, and thoughts turning to fall and good food, it’s time
for Brotherhood to meet for dinner at one of two local Jewish restaurants. Members
need to call either Paul Mesirow at 708-421-4321, or Jerry Janco at 219-836-5180, or
Sam Coltun at 219-923-6160, or Will Ronald, at 708-654-7212, to let us know which of
these two, Bergstein’s NY Deli in Chicago Heights, or Manny’s, on Jefferson St north of
Roosevelt Rd in Chicago you prefer. We need your answer to this important question by
OCTOBER 1 – next Monday!
Don’t forget – November 1 is the Brotherhood Annual Shabbat. Many people we talked
to over the holidays indicated their willingness to help, and we’ll be calling you in the
next week or so (Sept 25 to October 8) to determine who will participate and what you
will be doing. We look forward to talking to you!
December will end the year on a fun note, with a game night preceded by a CHINESE
dinner, at 6:30PM as usual. More about this in next month’s bulletin! For now, have a
delightful Autumn, and enjoy the changing colors!
Paul Mesirow
Bergstein’s Deli Market Day Sunday, October 13
Bergstein’s NY Delicatessen Orders will be ready for pickup Sunday, October 13 between 11:15 a.m. and noon. Order forms are
available on-line at www.templebethel-munster.org or at the
Temple Office. Deadline for placing your order is Friday, October
11. Payment is due with completed order form.
SISTERHOOD NEWS
Carrie Morris, President
BIG THANK YOUs. Sisterhood would like to thank everyone for donations to the New Year’s Greeting Booklet, to all who brought food or gave a donation for Break-the-Fast, and to those who stayed
after Break-the-Fast to help clean up and put tables and chairs away. Your help was greatly appreciated.
On Sunday, October 20, at 1:00 pm, Sisterhood will be having appetizers and a cooking demonstration (which we will then consume) with Chef Sigy Rafalovitz. Cost will be $18 for adults and $10 for
children. Reservations are a MUST and need to be called in to the office no later than Wednesday,
October 16. Only those with confirmed reservations may attend.
Some of our Temple sisters have not yet joined Sisterhood. Please send in your membership. All
memberships over Basic are kept at Temple so consider joining as a Sustaining ($45) or Angel ($54)
and help us help the Temple.
The Chanukah Supper will be held on Tuesday, December 3. Cost and other information will be
provided as the date approaches.
Sisterhood Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, March 7, 2014. The speaker will be Rabbi Ari Moffic,
Director of InterfaithFamily/Chicago with additional information to be given as we get closer to the
date.
Smart Chicks and Old Bags is Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Keep saving your gently used handbags
and jewelry you no long want. These items may be a treasure to someone else. The Smart Chicks
Team will let you know when donations will be accepted.
We still have fish, Vasu vases and a nice selection of items for yourself or gift giving in the Gift Shop.
All are available during normal business hours.
Have a good month.
Carrie Morris
Chanukah Sale!
Buy your channukah candles, dreidels, and chocolate gelt at Sisterhood's Gift Shop along with NEW menorahs! Lots of gift merchandise will be on sale too at discounted prices! All Sunday sale dates will be during
Sunday School hours; Friday evening, sale hours before and after services.
Fri-Oct 18
Sun-Oct 20
Sun-Nov 3, 10, 17
Fri-Nov 22
Sun- Nov 24
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL NEWS
Francie Gerson, Facilitator
To say that it’s been a busy month…that’s an understatement. It’s been an awesome (and very busy)
month, starting with Rosh Hashanah and ending with Simchat Torah. Whether we learned, prayed, ate,
sang, or just had fun…it was special being together as a community, both young and old.
A huge thank you goes to all the parents, students and staff who were very involved with the many activities. I know sometimes families have to juggle things around to fit in all the Temple activities with
their children’s extracurricular activities, and I appreciate all the effort that it takes to work it all out.
October starts out with a very special learning experience outside the four walls of the Temple. Joining
three other neighboring congregations, on Sunday, October 6 we will travel to Lincoln Park Zoo to enhance our learning of the Torah portion NOAH.
Our first combined PIZZA/HEBREW with CBI will be Wednesday, October 16. We look forward to sharing
some Hebrew learning and pizza together.
Our Family Worship Service on Friday, October 18 will feature our 10 children who attended OSRUI
camp this past summer. They will share their experiences with us and the junior choir will sing some
Camp Shabbat songs.
We welcomed Mor, our new Shaliach and look forward to many more visits with him.
Francie
My name is Emily Schoffman. I am 12 years old, and I attend Wilbur Wright Middle School, in the 7th
grade. I was born in Chicago, IL, but currently live in Munster. My parents are Stephanie and David
Schoffman and my older sister is Rachel. I have a 5 year old Shih-Tzu named Kiki. I am an animal lover! I have been volunteering at the Calumet Humane Society as part of my Mitzvah project. Some of
my hobbies include hanging with friends, being with family, cheerleading, playing with my dog and
much more! My family has been a part of the congregation at Temple Beth-El for 11 years! I am looking forward to my upcoming Bat Mitzvah in October!
Lincoln Park Zoo Trip – Sunday, October 6th
Lunch and Learn Session with Rabbis Levin, Caplan, Zukrow and Harari
Jewish Federation Parking Lot 8:50 a.m. Bus will leave at 9:00 a.m.
Pack a nonperishable Lunch (water will be provided)
Parents are welcome to drive, please let us know by September 29th
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YAHRZEIT
OCTOBER
OBSERVED OCTOBER 4/5
OBSERVED OCT. 11/12 (CONTD)
OBSERVED OCTOBER 25/26
9/29 Lester Seelig
10/20
9/30 Maurice Miner
10/7 Bess Arkin
Sharon Cash
William Kraus
10/1 Sara Frost
10/8 Clara W. Seplowin
Cindy Levin Gearring
Ruth S. Heller
Pauline W. Leopold
Henry Van Os
10/9 Sylvan Miller
Charlotte Rosenberg
Rose
Sylvia Tauber
Esther Weinstein
Isodore Zweig
10/21
Rosalind Lisse
10/2 Rodess Blitstein
Harry Levin
Alta Ottenheimer
10/22
Albert Atlas
Henrietta Schwabacher
10/24
Alice Berger
Eleanore Kaplan
10/25
Bertha Alpert
Robert Schoen
Dr. Robert Seglin
Alex Shlensky
10/3 Leonard Braun
Harry Chip
Charles Levin
Philip Stern
10/4 Doris Fleischman
Roland Fox
Erno Kiss
Dorothy MacDonald
David Marcus
Himan Rosenthal
10/5 Rose Gerrick
Grace Halter
OBSERVED OCTOBER 11/12
10/6 Siegfried Emrich
Adolph Hirsch
Phillip Selig
10/11 Marguerite Mesirow
10/12 Bertram Radbel
Norton Rosenbaum
OBSERVED OCTOBER 18/19
10/14 Alice Schenker
10/15 Anne Conway
Joel Gurevitz
10/16 Esther Levin Cohen
10/17 Erna Katz Landauer
Heilberg
10/18 Anneliese Rosenthal
Dr. Robert Young
10/19 Regina Front
Anita Goldman
Rabbi Ulrick Steuer
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October Worship at a Glance
October 4
October 11
October 18
October 25
Erev Shabbat Service, 7:30 p.m
Erev Shabbat Service, 7:30 p.m
Family Worship Service
Potluck 6:00 p.m. followed by service
Erev Shabbat Service, 7:30 p.m.
October Torah and Haftarah Readings
October 4
October 11
October 18
October 25
Noah
Lech L’cha
VaYera
Chayei Sarah
Gen. 6:9–11:32
Gen. 12:1-17:27
Gen. 18:1–22:24
Gen. 23:1-25:18
Isaiah 54:1-5:5
Isaiah 40:27-41:16
II Kings 4:1-37
I Kings 1:1-31
October Onegs
October 4
Diane Hudacin
Honora Saks
October 11
Carrie Morris
Annette Steinberg
October 18
Family Worship
October 25
Debbie Feinberg
Ro Lahn
Susan Zweig
October Music Schedule
October 4
Kristin
October 11
Adult Choir
October 18
FWS: Jr. Choir
October 25
Adult Choir
Deadline for
November Bulletin Articles
Sunday, October 20, 5:00 p.m.
Monthly Board Meeting
Tuesday, October 15, 7:30 p.m.
The Congregation extends its sincere condolences to:
David Schneider and family on the death of his mother Berenice Schneider
The Family of former member Hugh Brauer
The Sklar family on the death of Anna’s grandmother Leona Kiernicki
Zichronam liv’racha – May their memory be for a blessing
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Afternoon Book Discussion
The next Temple book discussion is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at 1:30 pm in the Bertha and
Dan Rabin Library. You're invited to read The Postmistress by Sarah Blake.
“To open Blake’s novel of World War II and the convergence of three strong women is to enter a slipstream, so
powerful are its velocity, characters, and drama. How can you resist Frankie Bard, an American journalist of
gumption and vision who is bravely reporting on the Blitz from London? Her distinctive voice and audacious
candor are heard on radios everywhere on the home front, including Cape Cod, where Iris James, in love for the
first time at 40, keeps things shipshape at a small-town post office. The third in Blake’s triumvirate of
impressive women, Emma, the waiflike wife of the town’s doctor, is not as obvious a candidate for heroism
until a tragedy induces her husband to join the war effort. As Frankie risks her life to record the stories of
imperiled Jews, Iris and Emma struggle to maintain order as America goes reluctantly to war. Blake raises
unsettling questions about the randomness of violence and death, and the simultaneity of experience – how can
people frolic on a beach while others are being murdered? Matching harrowing action with reflection, romance
with pathos, Blake’s emotional saga of conscience and genocide is poised to become a best-seller of the highest
echelon.” (Booklist, January 1, 2010)
Copies of the book will be available in the Temple office and at the Munster Branch Library (8701
Calumet Avenue) in early October. Newcomers to this Temple activity are warmly invited.
Golden Opportunities Books
Northwest Indiana and South Suburban Chicagoland are available at the Temple Office. Books are $25 each.
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MAZEL TOV
OCTOBER
Happy Birthday
10/1 Janet Hatfield
10/17 Timothy Hudacin
Jean Tolchinsky
Anniversaries
10/1 Diane & Stan Hatfield
10/2
Marc Stern
10/19 Mickey Feltenstein
10/7
10/3
Anna Kiernicki-Sklar
10/20 Shirley Jacobs
10/18 Susan & Robert Wolf
10/4
Dr. Michael Nirenberg
Doris Shlensky
10/21 Suzanne Alcala
10/24 Sheila & Michael Shaykin
10/23 Laura Dunn
10/26 Kristin & Marc Stern
10/24 Sharon Blumberg
Brian Dedelow
Karina Weingard
10/30 Diana & Laura
O’Connor-Santell
10/7
Martin Blumberg
Dr. Marshall Landay
10/8
Bryce Benjamin Hatfield
Della Kwasman
10/9
Lauren Lewis-Gladish
Donna Gross
10/11 Beth Pinkus
Miriam Webster
10/13 Ro Silverman Lahn
10/14 Trevor Reese Hatfield
Matthew Malum
10/15 Michael Shaykin
10/16 Terri Hendrickson
Paul Mesirow
10/25 Jeff Weingard
10/27 Shmuel Goldstein
Myrna Sarowitz
10/28 Clay Arnold
Larry Gill
Earl Goldberg
Bea Selig
10/29 Mark Hatfield
10/31 Daniel Bard
Marian Brin
Dr. Terry Harman
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Elvira & Jeff Weingard
OUR TEMPLE FUNDS
To contribute to Temple Funds, send your name, name of fund, reason for donation, and card recipient’s name
and address, along with payment to the Temple office.
GENERAL FUND
Sue and Frank Alcala
Sue and Frank Alcala
Don and Sharon Apato
Stephen Berry
Carole Brookins
Patrick and Nancy Chesley
Matthew and Mary Fefferman
Evelyn Friedman
Jay and Francie Gerson
Marcella Gierman
Julie Glaser
Alan Golden
Louise Jackson
Jerry and Pat Janco
Jerry and Pat Janco
Carol Kramer and Erin Cullen
Marc and Cindy Levin
Fran Nichol
Dr. Michael Nirenberg and Miriam Marcus
Dr. Michael Nirenberg and Miriam Marcus
Michael Shapiro and Mary Sandlin
Herb and Susan Shaps
Alan and Deborah Walker
Julia Wodarski
Dr. James Young
Dr. Michael Young
in honor of Hank Feinberg’s birthday
in memory of Berenice Schneider
in memory of Reuben Ofsaiof
in honor of High Holy Days
in memory of Anne Glueck Freidman
in memory of Dr. William Young
in memory of Millie Fefferman
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of the Front Family
in honor of High Holy Days
in memory of Berenice Schneider
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
in memory of Berenice Schneider
in memory of Betty Steinberg
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
in memory of Alan Freedman
in appreciation of High Holy Day Services
in memory of David Marcus
in honor of High Holy Days
in memory of Berenice Schneider
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
FLORAL FUND
Debbie, Hank and Saralyn Feinberg
Debbie, Hank and Saralyn Feinberg
Debbie, Hank and Saralyn Feinberg
The Steinberg and Gurevitz families
Michael and Susan Zweig
in memory of Berenice Schneider
Dr.& Mrs. Marvin Treiber in memory of your sister
Mr. & Mrs. Neal Ross in memory of your mother
in memory of Sheldon Steinberg
in honor of Diane Hatfield, Hospice “Mum” Honoree
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND
Louise Jackson
Dr. Steve and Loretta Levin
Gerald and Darla Resnick
Judy Ann Villa
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of High Holy Days
GREENBERGER MUSIC FUND
Tiby Greenberger
Alex and Simonne Kott
Dr. James Young
Dr. Michael Young
in memory of Berenice Schneider
in memory of Dr. William Young
in memory of Dr. William Young
in memory of Dr. William Young
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All contributions to Temple Beth-El are greatly appreciated. Please consider any of our funds to honor and
remember family members and friends. Your gifts advance the work of Temple Beth El and service the needs
of our members and community with gifts to the Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund.
RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND
Ro and Alan Lahn
Ro and Alan Lahn
Dr. Richard and Deanna Reffkin
David and Diane Schneider
Michael and Susan Zweig
in honor of Hank Feinberg’s birthday
in honor of High Holy Days
in honor of Hank Feinberg’s birthday
in appreciation
in honor of Donna Gross, Hospice “Mum” Honoree
SISTERHOOD FUNDS
Please contact the Chairs of these funds directly to make a
donation. Thank you.
MILLIE GREENWALD KITCHEN FUND
Contact Annette Steinberg at 219/922-6620
Barbara & Howard Bame
in memory of Berenice Schneider
Richard & Stacy Mayer
in memory of Berenice Schneider
LESLIE DENMARK SISTERHOOD FUND
Contact Kristin Stern at 219/931-3873
Connecting to Temple Beth-El
1. FACEBOOK – Be sure to LIKE us
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Timeline
2. THIS WEEK at Temple Beth-El via email.
3. Website – templebethel-munster.org
4. RabbiLen@Zukrow.com
Rabbi Zukrow local cell (219) 595 9245
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Adult Learning at Temple Beth-El
October, November and December 2013
OCTOBER
Event Type
Date
Activity
Time
Sunday 10-13
Hebrew Boot Camp II Learn to
Read Hebrew and know 20 words in
1.5 hours!
Noon – 1:30 PM
Wednesday
Adult ED “Can Pork be Kosher!?”
Join the conversation as we explore
the meaning of keeping Kosher with
guest speakers
7:00 PM
Torah Study with Rabbi Zukrow - A
lively conversation about the weekly
Torah reading and its meaning in our
day.
10 AM
Congregation Shabbat Dinner –
potluck. Chicken and oneg provided
6 PM
Lunch with the Rabbi
Noon
10 – 9
And
10 - 16
Saturday
10 – 5
And
10 - 26
Friday
10 - 18
Wednesday
10 - 30
Timely conversations on current
events BYO lunch
Drinks and dessert provided
Tuesday
The Land of Israel
What are the biggest cities in Israel after
Tel Aviv and Jerusalem? Come find out
10-22
the answer to this question, and more!
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7:00 PM
NOVEMBER
Wednesday
11- 6
Saturday
11 – 2
And
Adult ED – Judasim and Christianity – similarities and differences w/
guest speakers
7:00 PM
Torah Study with Rabbi Zukrow - A
lively conversation about the weekly
Torah reading and its meaning in our
day.
10 AM
Congregation Shabbat Dinner
potluck. Chicken and oneg provided
6 PM
Lunch with the Rabbi
Noon
11 – 23
Friday
11 – 22
Wednesday
11 - 20
Timely conversations on current
events BYO lunch
Drinks and dessert provided
Thursday
THE IDF What is it like to be in the
Israeli army? Hear about it from our
Shaliach Mor Rintzler
7:00 PM
11- 21
Tuesday
Book Discussion Group – led by
Linda Dunn bi-monthly see Bulletin
for details and book selection
11 -12
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1:30 PM
DECEMBER
Wednesday
12- 18
Adult ED – Judasim and Christianity –
7:00 PM
How do we approach our holidays at
this season?
Guest speakers
Saturday
12 – 21
Friday
12 – 20
Wednesday
12 – 18
Torah Study with Rabbi Zukrow - A
lively conversation about the weekly
Torah reading and its meaning in our
day.
10 AM
Congregation Shabbat Dinner –
potluck. Chicken and oneg provided
6 PM
Lunch with the Rabbi
Noon
Timely conversations on current
events BYO lunch
Drinks and dessert provided
Would you like to be a mentor?
Once again, with the start of the new school year, The Hammond Wallace Elementary School Helpers
(Mentors) are looking for volunteers to mentor students in grades K-5. If anyone can spare an hour a
week of quality time with a child. It would be a mitzvah and greatly appreciated by all.
You do not have to be a teacher. The kids just need someone to talk to them. Be a role model for them.
For more information please call Debbie Feinberg (219-864-8004) or Mrs.Michelle Yonan at Wallace
School (219-933-2479, ext.8039) Leave your name and phone number. She will call you back.
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Courtesy Announcements
Jewish Federation Community Building 585 Progress Avenue in Munster
The Adult Friendship Club - also known as the AFC- is a long-standing program of Jewish Community
Services. This program provides the opportunity for senior citizens to gather for a meal and meaningfulsocial interaction. Every Monday and Wednesday, Jewish Community Services provides nutritious meals
prepared fresh in our Kosher kitchen by a staff chef. Luncheons include engaging entertainment and
great speakers. Transportation is also available. Contact Carol Szaks at 219/922-4024 for details.
K'Ton Ton Preschool Programs - K'Ton Ton, an excellent private preschool for toddlers through pre-K,
provides education of the whole child through language and play. K'Ton Ton is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The school offers a warm, nurturing environment and
a character-building curriculum. Programs include: Mommy 'N Me for children and their parents or
childcare providers; Me Too! for two-year olds; K'Ton Ton; Pre-Kindergarten Enrichment; Kamp K'Ton
Ton. Registration is now open for fall programs. Contact roseanne@federationonline.org or call 219/9224024.
Manna Cabana - Jewish Community Services maintains an important regional food pantry resource.
Every item brought in as a donation to the Manna Cabana food pantry is delivered directly into the hands
of a needy person who depends on your donations. If your congregation is seeking a community service
opportunity, contact Carol Szaks to discuss how you can work with the Jewish Federation to help out
right here in Northwest Indiana.
B’nai Yehuda Beth Sholom – 1424 W. 183rd Homewood, IL 60430
“Out of Chaos”, BYBS Sisterhood Opening Program – Sunday, October 6 at 12:30 p.m. Presentation featuring former BYBS members Judy Straus and Miriam Webster. Everyone is welcome. Dairy/Parve Kosher-Style Lunch will be served. Cost is $10. Please RSVP to the temple office (708) 799-4110 by Thursday, October 3.
Illiana Jewish Genealogical Society - On Sunday, October 20, the Illiana Jewish Genealogical Society will
meet at 2:00 p.m. at B’nai Yehuda Beth Sholom, 1424 W. 183rd Street, Homewood, IL 60430. The program
will be “Sharing Our Youth” in which members will recall anecdotes about their ‘growing up’ years with
their parents – special stories to pass on to future generations.
Everyone is invited to attend the meeting, which is free to members. Non-members are asked for a $2.00
donation. Family memberships in Illiana JGS are $20.00 per year. For more information or to read the
current newsletter, visit Illiana’s website http://ijgs.home.comcast.net . There are links on the website
for those researching Jewish ancestry.
Award-Winning Author Maggie Anton will visit B’nai Yehuda Beth Sholom – Sunday, October 27.
Lunch at 12:30 p.m., discussion and book signing to follow at 1:30 p.m. Cost $15 for lunch and program,
$5 for program only. Please RSVP to the temple office (708) 799-4110.
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