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PROGRAM GUIDE
Fall 2009
Chabad Center for Jewish Student Life
at Binghamton University
at Binghamton
Dear friend,
Welcome to Fall ’09 at BU. This is going to be a great semester chock full of
fabulous events, huge celebrations, amazing classes and great fun. If you take
a look through this guide you’ll quickly see that at Chabad there is something
for everyone. And if there’s something you want to do that’s not listed please
don’t hesitate to let us know; we’re always adding more events to what we
have already listed.
at Binghamton
Remember, Chabad is about you. If there is any way at all that we can be of
help please don’t hesitate to ask. We’re looking forward to enjoying the ride
with you.
Don’t forget to join our mailing list by writing info@JewishBU.com so we can
keep you in the loop on all of the exciting happenings.
See you at Chabad!
Table of Contents
Holiday Celebrations/ Shabbatons . . . 5, 10-13, 15, 18, 19
Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9, 25-29
Fun Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 21-24
Social Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8, 19, 20
Main Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14, 15
Chabad on the West Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31
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Chabad Center
for Jewish Student Life at BU
420 Murray Hill Rd. Vestal, NY 13850
607.797.0015
www.JewishBU.com
at Binghamton
Rabbi Aaron and Rivkah Slonim
Directors
at Binghamton
aslonim@JewishBU.com • rslonim@JewishBU.com
Rabbi Levi and Hadasa Slonim
Programming and Development
lslonim@JewishBU.com • hslonim@JewishBU.com
Rabbi Zalman and Rochel Chein
Chabad West Side and Education
zchein@JewishBU.com • rchein@JewishBU.com
Chabad Student Leadership
Fall 2009
E-board
Treasurer
President
Tobey Lass
Special Projects Coordinator
Jon Cogan
Jacquie Boroda
Social Chair
Vice President
Shira Rosenbaum
Greek Liaison
Tova Stark
Josh Khakshoor
Rotem Ben-Meir
Tamar Druck
Chabad off campus Rep.
Secretary
Heather Fink
Public Relations
G-BoardEvan Lieberman
Zachary Ainsberg
Rena Asher
Myriam Cohen
Dayna Driscoll
Rachel Eisenberg
Ariella Fineman
Stephanie Friedman
Esther Liberman
Lior Marko
Lishara Simons
Teddy Stalbow
Sheri Chudow
Levi Defilipp
Avi Gordon
Ezra Hazan
Andrew Lillien
Elan Noorparvar
Lauren Roditi
Brittany Rumeld
Arielle Schweitzer
Elan Noorparvar
Officers
Gabaim
Michael Lefkowitz
Samuel Gartner
Matt Stevens
Alext Tafet
Natalie Ben-Yakar
Eve Rickels-Young
Saryah Sober
Bryan Sterba
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Chabad
Visit
(a five minute walk from campus,
see back page for map)
where you‘ll find
Center
Kosher Pizza Cafe
State of the art Fitness Center
Comfortable Lounges
Fully equipped Game Room
Well stocked Library and Research Center
Judaica Shop
Free wireless internet access plus hot drinks and cookies in endless supply
Staff that offers Counseling, Crisis Intervention and Referrals, 24/7
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Your home away from home
For more info please visit www.JewishBU.com/resources
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SHABBAT
Turn your FRIDAY NIGHT into
Shabbat
at Chabad
Join hundreds of students for warm, friendly,
services, a Free full-course home-cooked
dinner, songs, friendships and laughs.
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT 6:00 PM
Check out our Oneg
and after dinner
Sumptuous Dessert Buffet
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Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
It’s the place to be!
Shabbat Services
Begin 9:30am
(don’t worry, we have
rolling admission)
followed by lunch
at 12:00pm and Mincha.
Seudah Shlishit
(90 minutes before Shabbat ends)
Followed by Maariv &
Havdallah
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PRAYER
Become a Minyanaire
PRAYER IN
THE AM
Begin your day with Davening
(prayer) from the heart in a warm, comfortable environment.
SERVICES BEGIN 7:30AM MONDAY-FRIDAY, AND 9:30AM ON SUNDAYS.
Enjoy a cereal breakfast after services.
In the Chabad House Great Room
Living Torah
Bagel Brunch
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Feed your body with a delicious bagel brunch.
Feed your mind and heart with an inspirational video magazine
featuring the Rebbe’s application of Torah to timely events and issues.
Every second Sunday after morning services.
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JUST FOR FUN
Chabad Cafe
We now
accept
Credit Cards
Serving pizzas with large variety
of toppings, fresh soups, falafel, Panini, knishes,
pretzels, salad, fries and more
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Evening 5:30-7:30pm
in the Chabad Center Cafe
For Special orders call before 4pm to place your order 797-0015 Ext. 205.
Let’s play
Ball!
Join one of Chabad’s winning intramural teams:
For Flag Football contact Jon Cogan at 914-419-2142
For Soccer contact Sam Gartner at 516- 426- 0529
For Girl’s Basketball contact Brittany Rumeld at 732-673-3378
For Guys Basketball contact Daniel Lewis at 901-830-6422
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9/11
REMEMBER
AND ALL VICTIMS OF TERROR
at the BU Mitzvah Marathon
Join in the Binghamton University
Mitzvah (Good Deed)
Marathon Fair
Marking the seventh anniversary of September 11
Stop by and do a mitzvah on the spot or
sign up to do a mitzvah at a later date.
There will be many options to choose from.
A Mega Blood Drive
Thursday, Sept 10
11am-5pm
Twin Towers stand eternal:
Goodness and Kindness.
“A little light dispels much darkness”
will take place in the Mandela Room;
stop by to save a life!
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Brought to you by the
Chabad House Jewish Student Center
Co-Sponsored by Hillel and the Jewish Heritage Program
For more info please visit www. MitzvahMarathon.com
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Torah Classes
Take Out Torah Menu
Appetizers
1. Hebrew Ala Bet
This has been a favorite since creation - the
Hebrew language; learn to read it.
2. Seasonal Special
A tour through the Jewish calendar; learn when to
fast and when to eat, but more importantly learn
the meaning behind the superb events that dazzle
the Jewish Calendar.
3. Kosher Cocktail
An overview of the laws of Kosher; where the
winning and dinning goes beyond the food.
4. Wraps
An overview of Teffilin; with the chance to wrap
one yourself.
5. Edge Roll
An overview of Mezuzah; learn about the rolled scroll
that hangs on the edge of your doorway.
6. Shabba Tart
It is one day, but it beautifies your whole week;
discover why Shabbat is such an art.
Entrees
7. Torah Taco
9. Law Combo
This choice is about the details. Take an in-depth
look at the various legal components that combined
make up one (or more) of Judaism’s fabulous
commandments.
10. Prayer Fillet Minyan
Cut away the old stigmas and visions of a boring
prayer ritual. Discover the true meaning of prayer and
it will never taste the same.
11. Tanya Turnover
Prepared from the inside out this fantastic topic
will guide you through the inner workings and
subconscious motives of your daily behavior. It will
give you control.
12. Weekly Special
Try the weekly Torah portion; it is different every
week of the year, and the message is always fresh.
Desserts
13. Kabala Krunch
Put the final touch on issues, topics, and daily life,
with a sprinkle of Kabala.
14. Funky Folk Tales
Explore the fascinating tales of the Talmud and
Midrash and tap into the metaphysical side of
Jewish study.
Enjoy a thorough verse by verse study of the Torah (bible), peppered with an array of colorful commentary,
spiced with Jewish life and held together in the folds
of a three thousand year old tradition.
15. Viva La Ethics
8. Grilled Talmud
To select menu items of your choice visit
Turned once and then flipped again, every statement
undergoes thorough grilling by the sages of the
Talmud; this is your ticket to Judaism’s Hibachi table.
Beyond the laws; learn how to live a life of kind
quality and soothing wit.
www.JewishBU.com/TorahTakeOut
or contact Rabbi Zalman Chein
zchein@JeiwshBU.com he is standing
by, ready to “take your order”.
Murray Hi
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Holidays
ROSH HASHANA
If you are in Binghamton
for Rosh Hashana we will have services and holiday meals for you.
Please contact Chabad or check our website for times and to make
reservations.
September 18-20
Join us for warm and meaningful High Holiday Services
YOM KIPPUR
SERVICES
Sunday, Sept. 27, 6:30pm Kol Nidrei - Evening Service
Monday, Sept. 28 Shacharit - morning service 9:30am
Neila - Closing Service 6:00 pm
followed by sounding of the
Shofar and Break-Fast
All services will be held in Room 120 UU
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Holidays
JOIN US FOR
HOLIDAY MEALS
& FUN in
Holiday Service
Schedule*:
Broome County’s
LARGEST, WARMEST
& COOLEST SUKKAH
At The Chabad House
*All services are followed by full course, home
cooked, festive holiday meals in the Sukkah.
(Please dress in layers so you are warm enough
to enjoy eating under the stars.)
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
Friday, Oct. 2 6pm
Saturday, Oct. 3, 9:30am
Saturday, Oct. 3, 7pm
Sunday, Oct.4, 9:30am
MondayFriday
October 5-9
Look for our “Sukkah on the Go” at
various locations on campus. Come
by to shake the Lulav and Etrog.
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Main Event
Fun! Fun! Fun! Fun!
Jazzukah!!!
Lip Smacking Ribs and sides,
Great Music, and the
Coolest company in the
Chabad Sukkah
Wednesday, October 7
starting 7pm
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Holidays
Shemini Atzeret
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Friday, Oct. 9 6pm
Saturday, Oct 10, 9:30am
At the Chabad Center
On Campus
Simchat Torah
blast Saturday, Oct. 10
Beginning 7:30pm
in the Union Hall (old union)
Come on over and party!
Sunday, Oct. 11
the Party continues
With services beginning 9:30am
punctuated by Kiddush, Hakkafot dancing,
Mitzvah auction, Aliyot and so much more!
At the Chabad Center
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
SIMCHAT TORAH
Come on over and party
like never before!
Dance with the Torahs, enjoy
munchies and soft drinks,
experience the electric
excitement and Jewish pride.
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Main Events
Defiance
Tuesday,
September 15, 7pm
Get the inside story on the famous Bielski Brothers of the movie Defiance
Hear Mr. Zvi Bielski (son of Zus) speak, and view footage that takes you
behind the scenes!
Reservations for this program are necessary.
Write info@JewishBU.com
Ashkefardic
Nite Saturday,
November 21 8:30pm
Music. Dancing.
Ethnic Cuisine. Henna. Costumes.
Musical “Ashkefardic” Havdallah Ceremony.
Don’t miss this spectacular event- it’s a feast for the senses!
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Main Event
Don’t miss
Chabad on Campus
Northeastern Intercollegiate
Shabbaton
The First ever
Friday-Sunday
Oct. 16-18
in
Binghamton, New York
Join hundreds of students
from across the Northeast
Let’s Connect For an
unforgettable weekend!
for a weekend of inspiration,
entertainment, fantastic
workshops and an
Co-sponsored by
Chabad on Campus
National Foundation
unbeatable social scene.
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place on
will tak
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campus, S
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Albany • Binghamton • Buffalo • Hofstra • Ithaca • New Paltz • Oswego • Queens College • Rochester
Rockland • Stony Brook • Syracuse • Tufts • Temple • Vermont, and more.
For more info visit www.Northeasternshabbaton.com
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
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Semester Highlights @ a glance
SUNDAY
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MONDAY
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Apple
Picking
1pm
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FRIDAY
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3
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5
8
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11
12
Mitzvah
Marathon
11am-5pm
All American
Shabbat
Dinner
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Defiance
Program
7pm
28Yom Kippur
Yizkor
YOM KIPPUR
Kol Nidrei
6:30pm
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Girls Nit Out,
Sushi Making
7pm
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29
30
MONDAY
October
2009
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September
2009
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TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
FRIDAY
2
SATURDAY
3
Alumni
Shabbat
1st day of SUKKOT
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7
Jazzukah
7pm
8
2nd day of SUKKOT
1st Intermediate day
2nd Intermediate day
3rd Intermediate day
4th Intermediate day
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HOSHANA RABA
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Yizkor
SHEMINI ATZERET
Simchat
Torah Blast
7:30pm
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Intercollegiate
Shabbaton
SIMCHAT TORAH
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Girls Nite Out,
Your Healthy
Body 7pm
Rosh Chodesh
Rosh Chodesh
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1st day of
ROSH HASHANAH
Services 9:30am,
Closing Services
6pm followed by
breakfast
SUNDAY
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SATURDAY
FAST OF GEDALIAH
Holiday ends 8:00pm
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THURSDAY
1
15
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2nd day of
ROSH HASHANAH
WEDNESDAY
Challah
Baking
7:30pm
Labor Day
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TUESDAY
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Challah
Baking
7:30pm
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Challah Baking
at Chabad,
West Side 7pm
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Family
Shabbat
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Semester Highlights @ a glance
SUNDAY
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MONDAY
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TUESDAY
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WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
5
FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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Ladies Nite
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12
13
Shabbos
Mevorchim
Farbrengen
Paint Ball
Shooting trip
12:30pm
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16
22
23
29
30
SUNDAY
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Rosh Chodesh
Rosh Chodesh
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Girls Nite Out,
Candle Making
7pm
Game Night
Trip
8:30pm
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27
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Ashkefardic
Nite
8:30pm
November
2009
MONDAY
December
2009
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14
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TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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2
3
4
5
8
9
10
11
12
Jews for
Judaism
speaker
1 2
1
13
14
1 2 3
Chanukah
Bash
6pm
15
1 2 3 4
Midnight
Madness 16
Breakfast 11pm
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19
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5
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chanukah
chanukah
chanukah
chanukah
chanukah
Rosh Chodesh
chanukah
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Rosh Chodesh
chanukah
chanukah
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FAST OF TEVET 10
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Chabad Center • 420
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Special Shabbatons
Alumni
Shabbat
October 2-3
Coinciding with
Homecoming weekend at BU. Relive your
best memories and create new ones for
you and your family. Join us for Shabbat
under the stars in our famous Sukkah.
Family
Shabbat
October 23-24
Coinciding with Family Weekend
at BU. Everyone deserves to enjoy
Shabbat at Chabad!
For schedule and reservations call
(607) 797-0015
Ladies
Shabbat
November 6
Girls, this one’s for you! Rousing
services, scrumptious dinner feast,
elegant ambiance and scintillating
discussion on Love, Sex and Marriage
(guys, don’t worry we have dinner at
Chabad for you too!)
Jews for Judaism
Shabbat
December 4-5
Get the fascinating scoop on
missionaries and their unrelenting
targeting of Jews, from Rabbi Michael
Kobac of the oldest anti-missionary
organization, Jews for Judaism.
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Holidays
This
Chanukah
we are going to
light up hundreds
of lives through our
BU Chanukah
Toy Drive
All toys will be delivered
to children suffering from
cancer through Chai Lifeline.
Don’t Miss Our...
Chanukah
Bash
on Monday, Dec. 14
6pm at on campus location TBA
We will light a huge Lego Menorah!
(legos will later be dismantled and given
along with other gifts to the children)
Celebration will include:
Free Latkes, Donuts, dreidels, music,
special appearance by the Crosbys and more!
To get involved visit www. JewishBU.com/chanukah2009
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
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Make A difference
The Dr. Barry J. Raff
Maasim Tovim
Foundation
Join Chabad’s newly expanded
Mitzvah Corp and experience the joy of bringing cheer and assistance to
others.
Each week volunteers will visit Jewish patients in area hospitals,
residents in adult care facilities and shut-ins. Volunteers will also make
special pre-holiday visitations.
If you are interested in volunteering please contact
Shmuel Bushwick, coordinator at sbushwi1@binghamton.edu
COOKING
IS FUN!
Come on over and help cook for
Shabbat and holidays, prepare
salads and such for a few hundred hungry BU students and
meet some really cool and committed people.
EVERY THURSDAY
AFTERNOON/EVENING
Please call 797-0015 to volunteer or
just show up in the Chabad kitchen.
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Trips for Fun
CHABAD GOES
APPLE PICKING!
Fall Apples and Upstate NY are an
unstoppable combination. Enjoy a trip to the orchard, pick the freshest, most
delicious apples right off of the trees .
September 13, 1:00pm
paintball
Shooting
November 8,
12:30pm
Don’t miss this afternoon of incredible fun. Not
for the fainthearted!
Game Night
Join us for a fabulous evening
of Laser Tag, unlimited mini-golf and batting cages plus
70 action and skill games!
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
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November 14,
8:30pm
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Food for Fun
Do you knead
a break?
Come mix, knead, shape
and bake the world’s most delicious Challah.
White flour and Whole Wheat variations!
Tuesday, September 8, 7:30pm
Wednesday, October 28, 7:30pm
In the Chabad House Kitchen
$2 charge
MIDNIGHT
MADNESS
BREAKFAST
Take a break from
studying for your finals.
Tuesday, December 15, 11:00pm
Bagels, Shmears, Pancakes, Omelets
and Smoothies
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JUST FOR WOMEN
Girls Nite Out
Join BU’s Jewish women for programming in honor of Rosh Chodesh that is fun,
innovative and stimulating, not to mention delicious.
Sushi
Rolling
Celebrating Rosh Chodesh Tishrei
Wednesday,
September 16, 7pm
Learn how to make your own sushi
with a master. Learn the technique
and enjoy this delicious treat.
Your Healthy
Body
Celebrating Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan
Monday, October 19 7pm
Fine tune your body with fun Yoga
exercise and enjoy a yummy health
food bar
Light up
your Life!
Celebrating Rosh Chodesh Kislev
Tuesday,
November 17 7pm
Learn and enjoy the art of candle
making in honor of Chanukah
and enjoy some delicious holiday
treats as well.
To RSVP contact Hadasa at hslonim@Jewish BU.com
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
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Fun Times
Friday, September 11
Friday, November 13
Shabbos
Mevorchim
Fabrengen
In honor of Shabbat Mevorchim
(the Shabbat preceding a new Jewish month) there will be a Farbrengen.
What is a Farbrengen? Hard to describe.
But it involves singing, L’chaims, a bit of food, stories, insights, and
more singing.
Don’t miss these special gatherings led by Rabbi Levi immediately following
Shabbat dinner at Chabad.
Farbrengens will take place at the Slonim residence, 4500 Oxford Place
(across the street from the Chabad center)
Tea and
Talk
Exclusively
for First year at Binghamton Women
Looking for a great way to spend some relaxed bonding time?
Come join us once a week for some girl talk, home baked treats & tea.
Share your stories, views or whatever’s on your mind; find your niche at BU.
Join Hadasa every Tuesday in the Fine Arts Commons at 5:00pm
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JUST FOR WOMEN
HilchoT
Niddah
A class on the Laws of Jewish marital intimacy for the serious
female collegiate. Take this class and think about love, sex and
marriage in a whole new way!
Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 14, 8pm
To join contact rslonim@JewishBU.com
Torat
Imeinu
A weekly Shiur for women. Learn, Laugh, Explore and Think!
Every Shabbat afternoon following Mincha.
To join contact rslonim@JewishBU.com
Murray Hi
Chabad Center • 420
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Torah Classes
SUPPER WITH SOUL!
Make your study date a dinner date too;
feed your mind and body at the
BEIT MIDRASH- STUDY HALL
Explore any facet of Judaism with a partner - discover the joy of Chevruta style
learning. Bring your own partner or let us find you someone for you to study
with. Let us know what you want to study or let us help you find a compelling
text. Nobody knows too little or too much to benefit from Beit Midrash.
Join in this unique peer study opportunity!
In the Chabad Great Room
A delicious, light dinner will be served to
Beit Midrash participants.
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WEDNESDAYS, 7pm dinner
7:30-8:30pm chevrutah study
For more information or for assistance in arranging a study partner contact
Rabbi Chein at zchein@Jewish BU.com
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Torah Classes
PIZZA AND
PARASHA
A review of the weekly Torah
portion with in-depth insights
and discussion while eating the
best slice in town!
No previous experience in Jewish
studies necessary.
MONDAYS, 6:30PM
LUNCH AND
LEARN
Join us for a lively discussion on
current events and ethical questions
such as : the significance of dreams;
do we believe in “good luck”?; the
difference between black and white
lies; Cloning and other medical
dilemmas, and much more.
No previous experience in Jewish
studies necessary.
EVERY TUESDAY at 12 PM
In The Kosher Kitchen U.U.
Hebrew
Reading Crash
Course
HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO
LEARN HOW TO READ HEBREW?
Now you can, with our acclaimed
Hebrew Reading Crash Course
contact Rabbi Chein at zchein@
JewishBU.com if you are interested in joining.
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Chabad Center • 420
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Torah Classes
Shabbos
Mevorchim
TALMUD
Fabrengen
Beginner’s TALMUD
For those who always wanted to take
the plunge into the Sea of Talmud it
doesn’t have to be sink or swim. Come
learn the basics in a non-threatening
class just for you!
Contact zchein@JewishBU.com if
you are interested in joining.
In depth
Analysis of
Chumash and
Rashi
ADVANCED TALMUD
This in-depth course will take you
into the heart and mind of Jewish scholarship. Contact Rabbi A.
Slonim at aslonim@JewishBU.com
if you wish to join.
THURSDAYS, 8:00PM
Experience a whole new level
of analysis and study using the
Lubavitcher Rebbe’s Sichos
on the weekly Parasha.
Appropriate for
advanced students.
To register contact Rivky at
rslonim@JewishBU.com
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SoulQuest
Journey Through Life, Death, and Beyond
Soul Quest:
Course Rationale
The Journey through life, death and beyond.
At the pinnacle of his career, having achieved fame and fortune, Leo Tolstoy considered
his life meaningless and a failure, for he realized that ultimately he would die, and “all my
affairs, no matter what they might be, would sooner or later be forgotten, and I myself
should not exist.”
A The
fascinating,
six week course that will take you places you
confrontation with the harsh reality of mortality, whether through aging, a health crisis,
or an encounter with death, makes us wonder whether our life has any meaning.
never
went before! Learn what Judaism has to say about the
It is during these existential crises that our tradition reaches out to us with solace and
comfort, asserting emphatically that while our bodies may die, our soul is eternal, and this
soul,
Hell,
and so much more.
worldHeaven,
is but one step
in itsReincarnation
journey.
For death is not an end. Nor is it a mere passageway to the next stage of existence. Our
knowledge of death can become a means of inspiring life, and ensuring that our moments
here are lived to the fullest.
Offered six consecutive
This course is not a philosophical one, but an experiential one. It does not attempt to prove
the existence of a soul, nor of the afterlife, nor of heaven and hell and reincarnation. Instead,
it shares the intuitive truths that have inspired generations of Jews to live more fully and to
face death fearlessly. It explains how those who left this world are not lost to us, nor us to
them. It allows us the opportunity to resolve what death has left unresolved, and thereby to
find peace and closure.
Mondays 7-8:30 pm
beginning November 2
or six consecutive
Wednesdays, 9:30-11am
We invite you to discover the odyssey of your soul. Find out where it came from, where it is
going, and what it is doing right now. Explore the limits of mortality, and how we can better
appreciate the true life of those who are living. as well as those who have passed on.
beginning November 4
your purpose, and acquire the tools to navigate life’s challenges.
ThisKnow
Jewishyourself,
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Institute
course is being made available to
BU students free of charge by a special grant.
Students must purchase a text book for $10 and pre- register with
Rivkah Slonim, instructor by writing rslonim@JewishBU.com
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Chabad off Campus
CHABAD Off
Campus
SERVICES
BEGIN 6pm
followed by dinner.
Do You Live On
The West Side?
Join us for warm Shabbat services and a delicious, home cooked,
full course dinner each Friday at the Chabad House
in your neighborhood At 27 Bennet Ave. (between Millard and
Laurel)
Contact Rabbi Zalman and Rochel Chein, directors by calling them
at (607) 722-3252 or rchein@Jewishbu.com
Plus
Check Out Our Special Themed Shabbat Dinners:
All American Shabbat
Sept. 11
Tropical Shabbat
Nov. 20
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Knead a Break?
Come on over and bake the world’s most delicious Challah with
Rochel; Round, braided, whole wheat, cinnamon etc.
Thursday, October 22, 7pm
Tell her your coming at rchein@Jewishbu.com
Make some
real dough
Learn how to manage your finances
and make sound investments in a special seminar with
Mr. Harold Sasnowitz,
financial advisor
Monday, October 12, 8pm
Only five percent of Americans achieve financial independence by age 65! Learn how to beat those
odds and take advantage of opportunities that come your way. This seminar presents concrete
steps you can take, starting now, to start you on the path and maintaining the goal of financial
security.
Program is open free of charge to all students
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