March-April 2015 - Woodbury Jewish Center

VOL. 22 ISSUE 4
THE WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER
MARCH-APRIL 2015: ADAR-NISAN-IYAR 5775
Purim Services & Events
Wednesday, March 4th
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Family Purim Megillah Reading 5:00 pm in our Sanctuary
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Purim Carnival 5:45-7:00pm
Children and Adults are encouraged
to come in costume
Sponsored by
Ken & Erika Witover and Family
In Loving Memory of their beloved
mother and grandmother,
Frances Witover
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Mincha 7:00 pm followed by Maariv
Traditional Purim Megillah Reading in the Chapel
Thursday, March 5th

Morning Purim Service at 6:15 am in the Chapel with traditional
Megillah Reading
WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER
200 South Woods Road
Woodbury, New York 11797
(516)496-9100
Fax (516)496-9245
www.thewjc.org
NAME
PHONE
Rabbi Raphael Adler
Cantor Aaron Cohen
Director of Education
Dr. Gerald Meisel
Nursery School Co-Directors
Vivien Grossman
Cindy Common
Synagogue Administrator
Linda Altman
E-MAIL
496-9100 X125
496-9100 X123
rabbiadler@woodburyjc.org
cantor@woodburyjc.org
496-9100 X102
principal@woodburyjc.org
496-9100 X103
496-9100 x 100
nsdirector@woodburyjc.org
nsoffice@woodburyjc.org
496-9100 X120
office@woodburyjc.org
OFFICERS
President:
Vice Presidents:
Jeffrey Fachler
Paul Chaskes
Michael Cohen
Erika Witover
Corporate Secretary: Ellen Feit
Treasurer:
Paul Woldar
jfachler@gmail.com
pachaskes@gmail.com
mcohen@skpromo.com
erikawitover@gmail.com
ellensue20@yahoo.com
prw7@aol.com
TRUSTEES
Rami Abada
Boris Chartan
David Edelheit
Mark Fierstein
Kara Goldstein
Rosemarie Klipper
Lance Kuba
Michael Lubman
Mark Minsky
Rebecca Obedian
Adrianne Roth
Robin Schorr
Kenneth Schuster
Beth Steinberg
SISTERHOOD
President
Felice Linder
MEN’S CLUB
President
Mark Minsky
Nursery Association Co-Presidents
Mollie Newman & Whitney Sigler
RABBI EMERITUS
Arthur Rulnick
Adult Education
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Branding
Catering
Chesed
Endowments/Fund Raising
Education
Facebook
Finance/Budget
Gala/Fund Raising
Historian
House
Interior
Kiddush/Oneg/Fri. Dinners
Legal
Library
Marketing
Membership
Nursery
PAST PRESIDENTS
Cynthia Matte
David L. Gaffner
Paul Smolevitz
Martin A. Pollak
Abraham Zelkin
Les Loffman
Robin Spielman
M. Kenneth Witover
Mark Anesh
WJC Bookkeeper:
Silvia Padron
496-9100 X122
E-mail: bkpr@woodburyjc.org
S.A.G.E.- WJC Senior Group:
Roberta Weinstein-Cohen 496-9100 X 352
Youth Director:
Esther DuBow
woodburyusy@gmail.com
Felice Linder
Sisterhood:
linderfield@gmail.com
Men’s Club:
Mark Minsky
mgminsky@aol.com
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Jewish Community
PARENT’S ASSOCIATION
Administrator/SHOFAR:
Linda Altman
496-9100 X120
E-mail: office@woodburyjc.org
Parsonage
PJ Library
Program
Publicity
Ritual
Rulnick Tribute
Security
Senior Group
Strategic Planning
Website
Youth Group
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Alan Multz
Beth Steinberg
Jeff Fachler
Cindy Matte
Gary Spirgel
David Gaffner
Ken Schuster
Paul Woldar
Adrianne Roth
Boris Chartan
Roya Obedian
Laury Weber
Michael Cohen
Paul Woldar
Debra Daniels
Victor Hatami
Ellen Feit
Mark Fierstein
Mark Levine
Elkie Rosen
Adrienne Roth
Rami Abada
Rosemarie Klipper
Randi Sinel
Paul Chaskes
Lance Kuba
Marilyn Bloomberg
Sandra Schoenbart
Mark Fierstein
Mark Fierstein
Adrianne Roth
Robin Schorr
Michael Cohen
Robin Schorr
Sandra Schoenbart
Mark Fierstein
Paul Chaskes
Ellen Feit
Bonnie Weinstock
Debra Daniels
Cindy Matte
Akiva Shmuelov
Lance Kuba
David Edelheit
Mark Fierstein
Randi Sinel
amrmultz@aol.com
bethrsteinberg@gmail.com
jfachler@gmail.com
cmatte@rjmacq.com
gjpres24@aol.com
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rothfamily@optonline.net
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MARCH-APRIL 2015
WEEKLY PARSHA
CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES
JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015
Fri., Mar. 6
Fri., Mar.13
Fri., Mar. 20
Fri., Mar. 27
Fri., Apr. 3
Sat., Apr. 4
Thurs., Apr. 9
Fri., Apr. 10
Fri., Apr. 17
Fri., Apr. 24
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5:32 p.m.
6:40 p.m.
6:48 p.m.
6:55 p.m.
7:02 p.m.
8:02 p.m.
7:09 p.m.
7:10 p.m.
7:17 p.m.
7:25 p.m.
Saturday, March 7: Parshat Ki Tissa
Saturday, March 14: Parshat Vayakhel-Pekudei
Saturday, March 21: Parshat Vayikra
Saturday, March 28: Parshat Tzav
Saturday, April 4: First Day of Pesach
Saturday, April 11 : Eighth Day of Pesach
Saturday, April 18: Parshat Shemini
Saturday, April 25: Parshat Tazria-Metzora
JOIN US FOR SERVICES:
FRIDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 7:00 AM
YAHRZEIT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM OUR
RABBI AND RITUAL COMMITTEE
FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES AT 6:30 PM
Rabbi Adler will be announcing the names of all loved ones
whose Yahrzeit (Jewish date of death) falls during the week
to come. This will take place before the Mourner’s Kaddish
prayer is recited each Friday evening and Sabbath morning.
(Shabbat service times are listed to the left.)
SHABBAT MORNING SERVICE AT 9:00 AM
SUNDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 9:00 AM
MONDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 7:00 AM
We encourage all family members who are commemorating
a Yahrzeit to make an extra effort to attend Shabbat Services at least once either Friday night or Saturday morning
to hear their loved one’s name recalled in our memorial
prayer.
W EDNESDAY EVENING MINYAN AT 7:30 PM
THURSDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 6:15 AM
WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER
Rabbi Adler & Cantor Cohen hold office hours at the times
listed below. If you need an alternate appointment, please
call or e-mail them to schedule a time.
Rabbi Adler: 496-9100 x 125
FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICES
MARCH-APRIL 2015
 FAMILY CONGREGATION
March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
April 18th, 25th
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, meets in the Chapel
rabbiadler@woodburyjc.org
Sunday: 9:30 to 11:00 am
Monday: 9:00 am to 11:00 am & 4:00 to 7:00 pm
Thursday: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 to 2:00 pm
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 BIRTHDAY SHABBAT *
Birthday Celebrations March 14th & April 18th
 Celebrate your child’s birthday at
Cantor Cohen:496-9100 x 123 cantor@woodburyjc.org
When school is in session
Monday:
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Thursday:
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Friday:
12:00 to 2:00 pm
Sunday:
9:30 to 11:30 am
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4:30 to 6:30 pm
4:30 to 6:30 pm
WJC Family Services
Children receive a birthday blessing from parents
 Enjoy a birthday cake
 Take home a birthday present
*Parents may become
Birthday Shabbat sponsors.
call the Religious School for Info.:
496-9100 X510
When school is not in session
Mon., Wed. Thurs. & Fri.: 10:00am to 12:00 pm
Sunday: 9:30 to 11:30 am
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THE RABBI SPEAKS
March is here, and so Purim and then Passover are nearly upon us. Two
very different holidays in almost every way, falling in such close proximity.
The Festival of Lots portrays small miracles that through the twists and
turns of fate create the unmistakable presence of the Almighty’s handiwork. The Festival of Matzot is far less subtle. Overpowering miracles are
at the core of this commemoration. The splitting of the Red Sea is along
with the Revelation at Sinai, the most awesome display of Divine power
experienced by human beings.
And yet, the Kabbalah draws a parallel between Purim and Passover and
ties the two together as a metaphor for our lives. It is the Baal Shem Tov, the founder of the Hasidic movement, who taught the true purpose of human existence. He explains that a soul descends into the world and lives a span of years for one true purpose; to do a favor for another.
When we do so and thus fulfill our earthly mission, we are reverting to our true nature. Just like
the sea that had been waiting thousands of years to split for the Israelites in order to reveal its true
purpose. Our souls too, are waiting just like that Sea of Reeds to actualize our promise and potential holiness.
At Purim, we read in the Megillah of the dramatic exchange between Queen Esther and Mordechai. Her uncle insists that Esther plead for her people before her royal husband. Esther protests that she will be unable to visit King Ahasuerus uninvited, since it is a strict prohibition in the
royal court, incurring the death penalty. Mordechai reprimands her in no uncertain terms, that
putting herself on the line for others is the whole purpose of her earthly existence. Your entire life,
Mordechai tells Esther has led you to this very moment. It is the reason why you have become
queen of all Persia in such a miraculous and extraordinary fashion.
There are moments in all our lives where we can take the easy road, or make a stand. We may
ignore our “better angels” and refuse to make a difference. Or we can choose to perform an act of
kindness for another. Let us then keep in mind the goal of our existence and when a moment
arrives (and it will) let us endeavor to reach out and aid one in need.
Chag Sameach,
Rabbi Raphael Adler
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THE CANTOR’S VOICE
I thank all participants from our Woodbury Jewish Center family who joined
our synagogue’s third pilgrimage to Israel - all of your enthusiasm, curiosity,
and warmth contributed to making our trip spiritually fulfilling, educational,
and a fantastic experience!
In celebration of Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israel’s Independence Day), here are a
few snapshots from our trip:
Our trip was demanding but lots of fun, each day we began our day bright
and early traveling throughout Jerusalem, Beersheva, Mitzpe Ramon, Eilat,
Tel Aviv, the Negev and then back for more of Jerusalem. We visited an
Ethiopian Absorption Center and heard the accounts of what life was like in Ethiopia, how they came to
Israel and have learned to adapt and become Israelis. We lit Chanukah candles with these charming
Ethiopians in a extremely moving ceremony. We visited a Cochani village where Jews from India immigrated and brought their entire beautiful synagogue with them to Israel. We stood in Independence Hall and
listened to the reenactment of Ben Gurion announcing the creation of the State of Israel! As we rose to
sing Hatikvah we were overwhelmed with emotion. We visited Masada and Herodian – two palaces built by
King Herod. We floated in the amazing Dead Sea even after a filling lunch at a Spa. We also had many
laughs riding camels in the desert. We visited Ben Gurion’s grave with it’s breathtaking views and learned
of his vision to expand the Negev, which is rapidly growing today. We sat inside the actual plane used to
rescue Jewish hostages held in Entebbe, Uganda at Israel’s Air Force Museum. We took a fun filled threehour tasting tour in Jerusalem. We held Kabbalat Shabbat services on the beach in Tel Aviv and attended
Shabbat services at Conservative synagogues in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. We joined an archeological dig
in Jerusalem and toured the Kotel tunnels and the Southern Wall. We walked the trenches at Ammunition
Hill and visualized the fierce battle for Jerusalem during the ‘67 war. We gathered at Herzl’s grave and
thanked him for his dream of our Jewish homeland. We walked through Yad Vashem sadly, seeing the
near destruction of our people!
Walking out of Yad Vashem we were extremely thankful for our Jewish homeland and a safe haven for
Jews all over the world!
(**Join us for WJC’s Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony and Yom Hashoah Program Wednesday April
15th at 7PM. This year we are honored to have an inspiring dynamic speaker Charlie Harary whose topic
will be “The Next Generation’s responsibility to Remember the Holocaust”.)
The pinnacle of our spiritual journey was the Bar Mitzvah at Robinson’s Arch. Robinson’s Arch is a part of
the Western Wall supervised by the Conservative movement where both men and women may pray together. With great pride and emotion we kvelled as Brett Fabregas, Cooper Scher, Robert Scher (Cooper’s
grandfather) and Jacob Hersly celebrated their Bar Mitzvah at the Western Wall. What an experience for
the B’nai Mitzvah - and for all of us - to hold such a moving service on a site of such historical significance.
We all found the experience of offering our private prayers at the Western Wall especially meaningful, while
placing all our/your notes in The Wall. As we prayed I could feel the enthusiasm and vigor in our prayers.
The words of our prayers came alive as we prayed “Praised are you Lord, who spreads a shelter of peace
over us, over all his people and over Jerusalem.”
Thank you again, to all those who made this trip possible and incredibly rewarding. Our participants came
away with a greater appreciation of Israel, a deeper understanding of Jewish history and at least a few
more lifelong friends. To all those who were unable to attend, I hope you are able to join us on our next
congregational trip.
Am Yisrael Chai!
Cantor Aaron Cohen
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
Snow and bitter cold: has everyone had enough of it? I know that I have, and I do look forward to
the warmer weather, but until we put our boots away for the season, why not spend some time with
close friends and family warming up at The Woodbury Jewish Center? There are many appealing
and exciting events taking place over the next few months.
Just this past Saturday evening, over 300 people joined us to honor our most recent past president
and my great friend, Cindy Matte, at our annual gala. It was a wonderful, joyous evening filled with
laughter, great food, and great music. Mazel Tov to Cindy, Scott, Rebecca, Jennie and all of
Cindy’s family on a most deserved honor.
Thank you to our caterer Regal of Woodbury, and to Tom, Melissa, and Sarah and the rest of their staff for setting
such a beautiful room and providing delicious food. You were a pleasure to work with. Thank you to Victor and
Dolores Hatami and Great Neck Games for EVERYTHING that they do, year after year, ensuring a fantastic gala.
Thank you to the gala committee, Victor Hatami, Debbie Daniels, Bonnie Fachler, Michael Cohen, Mindy Smolevitz,
Sandy Schoenbart, Rebecca Deckner, Joyce Kaufman, and Wendy Spirgel for making it such a successful evening.
Unless you’ve done a journal (I have), you can’t really know how difficult it is to put one together. Thank you so much
to Felice Linder and Ellen Feit who made this year’s journal a work of art. Lastly, a heartfelt todah rabah to the
evening’s sponsors: The Sakhai Family (Entertainment), The Witover Family (Décor), The Friends of Cindy Matte
(Journal), and Todd Hinrichs (Invitations).
March is a busy month at the WJC. On March 4th, we will be celebrating Purim with various Megillah readings and a
wonderful carnival and brunch, generously sponsored by the Witover family in loving memory of Ken’s mom, Frances
Witover. Thank you to the Hatamis and Great Neck Games for supplying all of the games. A special thank you to
Felice Linder and the Sisterhood for the outstanding job they did selling, stuffing, and delivering the Shalach Manot
bags.
Join us on Friday evening, March 13th, for Shabbat Across America; a dinner, catered by Regal of Woodbury, will
follow services. Please return a reservation form to the office to reserve your spot. Thanks to Paul Chaskes for
organizing this event.
As you know, our Rabbi Search Committee has been diligently meeting and interviewing prospective rabbis; one
candidate will be spending the weekend of March 6 th with us. This will be a perfect opportunity to get to know someone who may become our next spiritual leader. Furthermore, we can show him what a warm, caring, and welcoming
congregation we are. By now, an e-mail has been sent with all of the particulars of that weekend. Your attendance
at services that weekend is highly important.
March also marks the beginning of a new Board for the WJC. At the annual meeting last month, we welcomed our
newest Trustees, Kara Goldstein, Rebecca Obedian, and Michael Lubman to the Administrative Board, along with
returning Trustees Beth Steinberg, Rosemarie Klipper, and Rami Abada. Mark Minsky, our current Men’s Club President has been nominated to join the Administrative Board. I eagerly look forward to working with this new Board.
Together, this dedicated and enthusiastic group of lay leaders is helping to build our future. It will be my honor to work
with each of them.
Sadly, I say goodbye to a few board members who will not be returning. They have each made important contributions to our synagogue and I am grateful to have had the pleasure of working with them. Randi Sinel, Alan Multz,
Sandra Schoenbart, Gary Spirgel, and Roya Obedian; I salute you. You will be missed.
On Wednesday April 15th, we invite you to our Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony with guest speaker Charlie
Harary. His topic will be “The Next Generation’s Responsibility to Remember the Holocaust.” Thank you to Elkie
Rosen, Gayle Rotto, Cantor Cohen, and Marlene Cohen for organizing this important evening.
There are many other events scheduled for March and April mentioned in this Shofar. Please try attending a few of
them. It certainly beats shoveling!
My family and I wish you and your families a Zissen Pesach.
Jeff Fachler
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Join with us on
Friday evening, March 13th
for
Shabbat Across America
as
Synagogues of all denominations in the
U.S.A. and Canada
turn Friday night into Shabbat
Shabbat Evening Services at 6:30pm
Followed by Shabbat Dinner
Catered by Regal Caterers in our Cocktail Room
Join us for Shabbat Dinner By Prior Reservation
Cost:

$50 per family: family includes Parent(s) and children up to age 18
 $30 per single adult without children
 $10 children between age 5 and 18
Everyone is welcome to share in this special Shabbat evening
***************************************************************
Shabbat Across America Reservation
Please return reservation coupon with your payment made payable to
Woodbury Jewish Center, 200 S. Woods Road, Woodbury, NY 11797
Family Name:___________________________________
# of Adults: ___ # of children: ____
Ages of children: _______
Enclosed is payment of:
Family $50.00 ____
Single Adult $30: ____
Children $10: (between age 5-18) ____
Total Payment Enclosed: _____________
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Mechirat Chametz
Authorization
Pesach, the Festival of Freedom, born of liberation from Egyptian bondage, has
left an indelible impression on Jewish memory. Apart from its observance in the
synagogue, Pesach has a unique place in the Jewish home.
A Passover atmosphere is created in the home by the tradition and practice of
removing all chametz or leaven in preparation for the holiday and by meticulous avoidance of
the use of chametz or leaven throughout the days of Passover both at home and when away.
Since we must not have chametz in our possession during Passover, Jewish law mandates
that we sell all the chametz in our possession to a non-Jew for Pesach. The procedure is that
you sell your chametz to Rabbi Adler giving him the authorization to sell the chametz to a nonJew.
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I, the undersigned, fully empower and permit Rabbi Raphael Adler to act in my behalf to sell all
chametz possessed by me (knowingly or unknowingly) as defined by the Torah and Rabbinic
Law, and to lease all places wherein the chametz owned by me may be found, especially in the
premises located at the address indicated below.
Rabbi Raphael Adler has the full right to sell and to lease by transactions he deems fit and
proper, and for such time which he believes necessary in accordance with all detailed terms
and forms as explained in the general authorization contract.
……..please tear off and return this form to the synagogue office……..
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM NO LATER THAN APRIL 1st, 2015
Name_____________________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________
Phone #____________________________________________________________
Signature___________________________________________________________
It is customary to enclose a donation to the Woodbury Jewish Center Rabbi’s Fund; so
that you can help poor Jews celebrate Pesach and so that you can participate in the
re-purchase of your chametz at the end of the Festival.
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SCHEDULE OF PASSOVER SERVICES
Thursday, April 2
Search for Chametz after sundown
Monday, April 6
Minyan 7:00 a.m.
Friday, April 3
6:30 a.m.-Service for First Born
Candle lighting 7:02 p.m.
Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 p.m.
1st Seder
Wednesday, April 8
Evening Minyan 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 9
Minyan 6:15 a.m.
Candle lighting 7:09 p.m.
Saturday, April 4
1st Day of Passover
Shabbat Pesach Morning Service
9:00 a.m.
Candle lighting 8:02 p. m.
2nd Seder
Friday, April 10
7th Day of Passover
Passover Morning Service, 9:00 a.m.
Candle lighting 8:09 p.m.
Evening Service 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11
8th Day of Passover
Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 a.m.
Yizkor
Sunday, April 5
2nd Day of Passover
Passover Morning Service, 9:00 a.m.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR WJCS ANNUAL
PRE-PASSOVER SERVICE & SIYYUM BREAKFAST
(SPONSORED BY THE WJC MEN’S CLUB)
FOR THE FIRST BORN
FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD@ 6:30 A.M.
Our tradition requires that the first born male of every family fast on the day before Passover.
However, it also offers us a way of avoiding this fast. Those participating in a special religious
celebration are exempt from the traditional fast. Therefore on,
FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD @ 6:30 A.M.
We invite all the first born males of our congregation, as well as all those who wish to join us for
our morning service, to participate in a siyyum. A siyyum is a special celebration which takes
place each time a tractate of the Talmud has been completed. The Siyyum is followed by a special breakfast in honor of the completion of the tractate of Talmud. We encourage you to join us
and to bring along your sons so that they can begin to make a tradition of participating in this ritual.
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Passover Reference Guide
This special Passover section is being provided to you as a guide in helping you plan your Passover seder.
Upon conclusion of the search, the symbolic pieces of
bread which were collected into a box or a paper bag,
are put aside for burning the next morning. Breakfast
should be eaten before the Chametz is burned and generally, no Chametz may be eaten after 9:00 a.m. on the
following morning.
A KOSHER PASSOVER
The Jewish Dietary Laws become more
focused at Pesach time. A new dimension
is added to the pattern of observance. Chametz, leaven, is to be removed from our
lives and our homes. No bread, no regular cakes, no
crackers, no cereal ONLY MATZA.
PREPARING THE SEDER TABLE
The preparation of the Seder table should involve
the whole family if possible. Children can help set the
table, color place cards, make matza covers from napkins, and take charge of the salt water. The more that
people participate, the greater their sense of involvement– and the lighter the burden on those doing the
planning and cooking. In honor of the festival, and in
celebration of freedom, many people set the table with
their finest dishes. In honor of spring and the festival,
some buy or pick flowers for the table.
The Torah gives us two reasons for Matza, unleavened
bread. God’s command to Moses and the Israelites to
flee to Egypt was given on short notice. In their haste to
leave, they could not allow the flat bread to rise. We eat
Matza as a symbol of the Exodus from Egypt. Another
explanation for eating Matza is that it symbolizes the
bread of poverty and slavery. The sweet, light and fluffy
Challah we eat on Shabbat and other holidays is in
sharp contrast to the simple qualities of Matza.
Our tradition tells us that Chametz also means “that
which sours.” The rabbis teach us that Passover is a
season of the year when we should strive to remove that
which sours our lives, that which causes us to be blind to
the needs of others, that which prevents us from
offering a helping hand to those less fortunate. Keeping
kosher on Passover is more than merely changing our
eating habits. It calls upon us to renew our commitment
to traditions and our fellow human beings.
Besides the Haggadah and whatever food will be served
at the meal, the main items needed for the seder are the
seder plate, matzot, and wine.
The Seder Plate
The seder plate—k’arah– contains all the
symbols of the seder. While any dish can
be used, many people own special ceremonial plates marked for each item. One seder plate will
suffice, but people often lay out individual ones.
DID YOU KNOW???
It has been the custom in Jewish households since ancient times that on the night
before Passover eve (this year, Thursday,
April 2nd), the ceremony of “Bedikat
Chametz” is observed. This ceremony involves the family making a diligent search of
all possible places of the house for any crumbs of Chametz. These utensils include a candle, a wooden spoon,
several pieces of bread, and a whisk made of several
chicken or goose feathers. The person conducting the
search symbolically hides a few pieces of bread, customarily on the window sills in each room of the house.
During the search under candlelight, the pieces of bread
are “discovered” and ceremoniously brushed with the
feather onto the wooden spoon. At the onset of the
search, the following blessing is recited:
1. Karpas– a vegetable, usually green such
as parsley, symbolizing spring and rebirth. It
is dipped in salt water near the beginning of
the seder.
2. Haroset– a mixture of chopped
apples, nuts, wine and spices. We dip the
maror into haroset to lessen the bitter herbs’
taste. It also symbolizes the mortar that the
slaves made for bricks in Egypt. Recipes for
haroset vary widely among Jews, though the above list
of ingredients is the most common among Ashkenazic
Jews. One Sephardic recipe includes bananas, dates,
raisins, apples, nuts, wine, and cinnamon.
3. Maror– the bitter herbs. Either romaine
lettuce or freshly ground horseradish is used
as a symbol of the bitterness of slavery. If
using romaine lettuce, carefully wash it to remove any small insects that often infest it.
Horseradish should be unadulterated-that is without
beets or vinegar found in most commercially prepared
horseradish. If grating your own, do so in a wellventilated area long before the seder and leave the
horseradish uncovered so it will lose some of its
strength. The rabbis listed an order or preference for
Ba-ruch-a-tah-a-do-nai, Elo-hay-nu-melekh ha-o-lam, a sher-kid-ish-anu-b-mitzvo-tav ve-tzi-va-nu-al-be-oor Chametz.
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horseradish uncovered so it will lose some of
its strength. The rabbis listed an order or preference for maror as follows: romaine lettuce,
horseradish, endive, or escarole. They preferred romaine lettuce because, like the Egyptian experience, it first tastes sweet.
There is no one clear reason why we have specifically
four cups of wine at the seder. The most common explanation connects the Four Cups with the four expressions of redemption found in Exodus 6:6-7: “I am the
Lord. I will free you from the burdens of the Egyptians
and deliver you from their bondage, I will redeem You
with an outstretched arm...and I will take you to be My
people…”
4. Beitzah– a roasted egg, symbol of the
festival sacrifice (korban hagigah) offered by
each Jew going up to the temple in Jerusalem.
The egg should be hard-boiled and then, still in
its shell, placed on a stove burner until part of it
is scorched.
OTHER ITEMS AND PRACTICES FOR THE
SEDER…
Salt water– We dip vegetables (karpas) into salt water,
symbols of the tears of slavery. Prepare enough bowls
of salted water before the seder.
5. Zeroa– a roasted bone, commonly a shank
bone, symbol of the Passover sacrifice (korban
pesah). The bone is roasted and then
scorched in a similar manner as the egg to simulate the Passover sacrifice, which was roasted. For
vegetarians and others who prefer not to use a bone, the
rabbis have suggested an alternative, a broiled beet.
Reclining– It is a mitzvah to recline during the seder,
since reclining while eating was a sign of freedom in the
ancient world. We recline to our left side (an arm chair
or pillows can facilitate the reclining) when we partake of
the four cups, matza, koreikh, and the afikomen. We do
not recline when eating symbols of slavery such as
maror.
MATZOT-Three matzot, placed one atop the
other, are used during the seder. Many people use special cloth “matza covers” that
have three compartments. If not using a matza cover, it is customary to cover the matzot
with a napkin during the seder. The matzot
are placed next to the seder plate (as with the seder
plate, anyone can have his or her own set of matzot).
The three matzot are seen as symbolic of the three categories of Jews: priests (kohanim), Levites, and Israelites.
Elijah’s Cup– A large, ornate goblet is set
aside for Elijah since according to legend, Elijah visits every home on Passover and drinks
from his cup.
Kittel– in some households, the leader of the seder
wears a kittel– a white robe that reminds us of the priestly garments worn at the time of the Passover sacrifice.
PASSOVER FOOD PREPARATION
At the seder we use the plain flour-and-water type of
matza since the seder requires lehem oni-the plain
bread of affliction. Even if you eat egg matza during
Passover, all authorities agree you will be not fulfilling
the commandment concerning matza that is better tasting and easier to eat and should be used at the seder by
those who really cannot digest regular matza. Some
people prefer to use matzah shemurah (watched matza)
for the seder. These are made from flour/grain that has
been watched from the time of harvest to prevent any
possible contact with water, which could lead to leavening. Regular matza is watched only from the time the
grain is ground.
Definition of Chametz– In Exodus 12:15 the Bible tells
us, “Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread; on the
very first day you shall remove Chametz from your houses…” The Rabbis specified five grains which can become Chametz: wheat, barley, spelt, rye and oats. Ashkenazic authorities added to this list rice and kitniyot,
usually defined as legumes (including beans, peas, lentils, corn, maize, millet and mustard).
Prohibited Foods– Prohibited foods include the following: leavened bread, cakes, biscuits, crackers, coffee
with cereal derivatives in them, wheat barley, oats, spelt,
rye and all liquids containing ingredients or flavors made
from grain alcohol. The Committee on Jewish Law and
Standards has ruled unanimously that peanuts and peanut oil are permissible as peanuts are not actually legumes. Some authorities permit, while others forbid, the
use of legumes in a form other than its natural state– for
example, corn sweeteners, corn oil, soy oil. Rabbi Adler
follows the lenient ruling and permits legume derivatives.
WINE- “Kosher for Passover” wine is needed
for the Four Cups. Since each person is required to drink four cups, everyone should
have his or her own glass. The drinking of
the four cups is a mitzvah not an endurance
test. Since it is important to be fully conscious at the
seder, rather than sleepy or tipsy, you may use “Kosher
for Passover” grape juice instead of wine. If, for reasons
of health you cannot drink wine or juice, raisin wine or
any drink you would serve guests can be used.
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Permitted Foods-
Earthenware- (china, pottery, etc.) may not be kashered. However, fine translucent chinaware which has
not been used for over a year may be used if scoured
and cleansed in hot water.
A. The following foods require no kosher le-Pesach
label if purchased prior to Pesach: unopened packages or containers of natural coffee without cereal
additives (however, be aware the coffees produced
by General Foods are not kosher for Passover unless marked KP); sugar; pure tea; salt (not
iodized); pepper; natural spices; frozen fruit juices
with no additives; frozen (uncooked) vegetables for
(legumes see above); milk, butter, cottage cheese;
cream cheese; ripened cheeses such as cheddar
(hard); Muenster (semi-soft) and Camembert (soft)
frozen (uncooked) fruit with no additives; baking soda.
B. The following foods require no kosher le-Pesach
label if purchased before or during Pesach: fresh
fruits and vegetables (for legumes see above); eggs,
fresh fish and fresh kosher meat.
Metal- (wholly made of metal) UTENSILS USED IN
FIRE (spit, broiler, must first be thoroughly scrubbed and
cleansed and then made as hot as possible. Those
used for cooking or eating (silverware, pots) must be
thoroughly scrubbed and cleansed and completely immersed in boiling water. Pots should have water boiled
in them which will overflow the rim. The utensils should
not be used for a period of at least 24 hours between the
cleaning and the immersion in boiling water. Metal baking utensils cannot be kashered.
Ovens and Ranges– Every part that comes in contact
with food must be thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned.
Then, oven and range should be heated as hot as possible for a half-hour. If there is a broil setting, use it. Selfcleaning ovens should be scrubbed and cleaned and
then put through the self-cleaning cycle. Continuous
cleaning ovens must be kashered in the same manner
as regular ovens.
C. The following foods require a kosher le-Pesach label
if purchased before or during Pesach: All baked
products (matza, cakes, matza flour, farfel, matza
meal, and many products containing matza); canned
or bottled fruit juices. These juices are often clarified with kitniyot which are not listed, among the ingredients; canned tuna (since tuna, even when
packed in water), has often been processed in vegetable broth and/or hydrolyzed protein; wine vinegar,
liquor, oils, dried fruits, candy, chocolate flavored
milk, ice cream, yogurt and soda.
D. The following foods (canned, bottled or frozen) require a kosher le-Pesach label if purchased during
Pesach; milk, butter, juices; vegetables; fruit; milk
products, spices; coffee; tea and fish; as all foods
listed in category C.
Microwave Ovens-which do not cook the food by
means of heat should be cleaned, and then a cup of water should be placed inside. The oven should be turned
on until the water disappears. A microwave oven that
has a browning element cannot be kashered for Pesach
Glassware– authorities disagree as to the method for
kashering drinking utensils. One opinion requires soaking in water for three days, changing the water every 24
hours. The other opinion requires only a thorough
scrubbing before Pesach or putting them through a dishwasher.
Detergents- if certified as kosher during the year, powdered and liquid detergents do not require a special
kosher le-Pesach label.
Dishwasher– After not using the machine for a
period of 24 hours, a full cycle with detergent should be
run.
Medicine– Since Chametz binders are used in many
pills, the following guidelines should be followed. If the
medicine is required for life sustaining therapy, it may be
used on Pesach, if it is not, try to refrain from using it. In
all cases, capsules are preferable
Electrical appliances– If the parts that come into contact with Chametz are removable, they can be kashered
in the appropriate way. (If metal, follow the Rules for
metal utensils). If the parts are not removable, the appliance cannot be kashered. (All exposed parts should
be thoroughly cleaned and covered, and then may be
used.
Kashering of Utensils– The process of kashering utensils depends on how the utensils are used. According to
halakhah, leaven can be purged from a utensil by the
same process in which it was absorbed in the utensil
(kevoleo kakh poleto). Therefore, utensils used in cooking are kashered by boiling, those used in broiling are
kashered by fire and heat, and those used only for cold
food are kashered by rinsing.
Tables, Closets, and Counters– If used with Chametz,
they should be thoroughly cleaned and covered, and
then may be used.
Kitchen Sink– A metal sink can be kashered by thoroughly cleaning and then pouring boiling water over it. A
porcelain sink should be cleaned and a sink rack used.
If however, dishes are to be soaked in a porcelain sink,
a dish basin must be used.
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WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER
INVITES
OUR CONGREGATION AND COMMUNITY
TO OUR
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
AND YOM HASHOAH PROGRAM
Wednesday April 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
This Year We are Honored to have
As Our Guest Speaker
CHARLIE HARARY
An Inspiring World Renowned Speaker whose topic will be
“The Next Generation’s Responsibility to Remember the Holocaust”
WE WILL HAVE A MEMORIAL CANDLELIGHTING CEREMONY WITH
THE CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN OF HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS
If you have any questions please e-mail:
Elkie Rosen at: elkie420@gmail.com
or
Gayle Rotto at: geets58@aol.com
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MEN’S CLUB NEWS
Hi Everyone,
Happy Spring to come. Feels good to know this cold miserable winter is nearly behind
us with better weather and times to come. Can't wait.
Speaking of can't wait, Men's Club has a number of activities lined up that you can't wait
for:
 With Purim around the corner that can only mean one thing. Yup, our pre Passover
wine sale. Once again, you benefit with discounted holiday wine and WJC gets a rebate back on total sales. So it is a win-win. And no sales tax too.
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Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs is holding its 32nd annual Man and Youth of the
Year dinner at Crest Hollow on Sunday, March 29th. Thirty synagogues are participating including WJC. Please
congratulate and support our two phenomenal nominees: Man of the Year - Brian Smith and Youth of the Year Jared Goff. Details regarding this event have been sent to you via WJC Updates and the life size poster board in
the WJC lobby. Consider sending Brian and Jared a note of congratulations. Even better, attend the event and/
or take out a small journal ad.
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On Sunday, March 15th at 10:00 am, back by popular demand, our favorite novelist and Congressman, Rep. Steve
Israel makes a return visit to speak to the Congregation. Please come ready with questions to ask. It should be a
peppery forum as it was in November of 2013.

With Passover coming in early April, Men’s Club will be providing breakfast for the fast of the first born on Friday
morning, April 3rd.
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Passover also means Holocaust Remembrance Day on April 15th when we light the "Yellow Candles" that you will
receive. If anyone can help me with local area deliveries of candles, please let me know.
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Finally, Men's Club will be planning its 3rd annual Summer BBQ. The date is tbd. It was quite heartening to see
the growth in attendance between 2013 and 2014 (from 35 to 95 attendees). This has proven to be a very popular event with great food, great camaraderie and fun times.
Happy Purim and Pesach.
Mark Minsky
Men's Club President
SENIOR’S GROUP-SAGE
Neither snow nor rain nor sleet nor freezing rain nor any other cold, wet precipitation that Mother Nature can throw at
us in the winter can keep our intrepid SAGE seniors away from the wonderful warmth of our community! A lovely, intimate gathering heard and saw a fascinating presentation by our very own Rabbi Raphael Adler related to Jews and
presidents, in honor of Presidents Day (and on Lincoln's birthday).
Our gratitude and thanks to Rabbi Adler for the many incredible programs he has provided to us. As most of you
know, Rabbi Adler will be leaving Woodbury at the end of this coming summer. We wish him hatzlachah wherever he
goes, and we will miss him.
Our next two meetings will be held on:
Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 10:30 AM in the Kiddush Room
Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 10:30 AM in the Kiddush Room*
*Please note: there will be no meeting in April due to the Passover holiday
Join us at our next meeting on Thursday, March 12, as Ira Epstein helps us explore Comedy Through Music:
The Genius of Allan Sherman.
Until then, stay warm, stay safe, and stay well!
Roberta Weinstein-Cohen, MSW
SAGE Program Director
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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL NEWS
A wonderful article appeared in a local community newspaper by Wayne Dyer, a respected
writer in the field of self-empowerment. His message teaches children and adults an important lesson that reflects our Jewish values. His premise is “if we practice gratitude as
opposed to maintaining an attitude of entitlement, we’ll automatically extend inspiration
wherever we go. Being grateful helps remove the influence of our ego, which is certain that
we’re better than everyone else. An attitude of gratitude allows us to adopt a greater sense
of humility, a trait that’s very persuasive in helping others feel inspired.” Beyond inspiring,
humility helps acknowledge that there’s a Force in the Universe way bigger than anyone and
that allows us to succeed as artists, singers, writers and human beings. If we adopt this
attitude, we’ll inspire others and appreciate what we have achieved. Mr. Dyer further asserts
that “vanity, conceit, and boasting are all signs that a person has pushed God out of the picture.” Therefore, gratitude and humility, on the other hand, send signals to all who meet and
greet us that we’re all connected to a supreme being, to God. Religious school education
encourages children to be grateful for their blessings and their achievements. Prayer draws us closer to God and studying Jewish
ethics and values gives us the humility to recognize the Devine spark within each of us. Choose to participate from among the
following programs. It will bring us closer to God and encourage us to show gratitude for all our blessings.
On March 1, there are two great programs for parents to share with their children. Students in kindergarten, grades 1 and 2 will
participate in a Purim Family Funshop, coordinated by Jill Donchek, our Family Education facilitator. Gragger making, hamantashen baking, mask decorating and filling shaloch manot baskets are among the fun-filled activities planned. Students in Alef will be
joined by their parents at a Tefillah (Prayer) Workshop. Copies of Cantor Cohen’s Shabbat Prayer CD will be gifted to every Alef
student.
Plan to attend our exciting Purim celebration on Wed., March 4, starting with a family megillah reading at 5:30 pm in the sanctuary.
This will be followed by a light dinner, carnival games, prizes, a costume parade and lots of fun. Bring the whole family!
Our sixth graders are excited about leading the congregational service on Shabbat morning, March 6. They will chant selected
Hebrew prayers, lead responsive readings of English prayers and offer essays on the Torah reading. A special Kiddush in honor of
Daled Shabbat will follow the service. Special thanks to the teachers of our Daled students, Mrs. Khalily, Mrs. Deane and Cantor
Hecht.
Super Bowl XIII comes on March 8 for students who became Minyanaires by attending a minimum of 10 Shabbat services this
school year. Our Parent Association is sponsoring an afternoon of bowling, kosher pizza, trophy prizes and Minayanaire Certificates.
The Lieberman family is proud to sponsor our annual Bingo and Pizza Night as our way of recognizing students who earned placement on the Honor Roll, Merit List and Perfect Attendance List. Reserve Wed., March 11, 6:00 – 7:15 pm for an evening of dinner,
bingo and prizes.
Shabbat Across America will be one of the highlight services of the year. Synagogues throughout North America are sponsoring
special services and events on Friday evening, March 13. WJC is hosting a wonderful dinner and a family service in celebration of
Shabbat Across America. Dinner reservations are required; please return your reservation form to the WJC office with payment.
They’re taking the show on the road on Sun., Mar. 15. Our kindergarten, grades 1 & 2 students will be entertaining at Gurwin Assisted Living residence. The children will sing a medley of songs, challenge the guests to a game show contest and present them
with little gifts in celebration of the Sabbath. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to attend.
Sunday, Mar. 29 is Pre-Passover Day in the religious school. Our K-2 students and their parents with enjoy the Matza Bakery program—sponsored by the Sakhai family--where they will enjoy making their own matza and learning about the holiday. Our older
children in grades Alef – Daled will take part in a series of cultural workshops that will allow them to cook matza brei, dramatize the
Passover story, design matza covers, make a Pesach pillow and enjoy tasting chocolate matza, charoset, macaroons and much
more.
During April, our religious school students will observe Yom HaShoah-Holocaust Remembrance Day (April 15), attend Birthday
Shabbat (April 18), participate in Mitzvah Day (April19), celebrate Yom HaAtamaut-Israel Independence Day (April 23) and attend
the High School Senior Reunion Shabbat service (April 25).
There’s so much happening at our synagogue. Come. Participate with your children. You’ll be grateful and inspired by the experiences.
Dr. Gerald Meisel
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NURSERY SCHOOL NEWS
To give knowledge is a gift. One of the essential goals of our program is to
provide the basis for our children’s lifelong sense of Jewish identity. When
toddler’s enter our program, most are too young to know much about their
heritage. By the time they leave for Kindergarten, they will have learned a
great deal; many prayers, songs, and stories. They will have celebrated the
holidays with a sense of joy and community. From our daily prayers before
snack, to the weekly Shabbat celebration, to the holiday observances, our
children learn the joy of being Jewish. We strive to expose our children to
everything that is Jewishly fun and exciting.
We enjoyed our celebration of Tu B’Shevat, which was celebrated on February 4th. Tu B’Shevat signifies
the coming of Spring in Israel. It shows the love that the Jewish people have for living things.
Happy Purim! Purim will be celebrated on March 5th. The children made beautiful costumes, masks, and
graggers. Which graggers made the loudest sounds? The goal was to drown out the name of Haman.
The children also made delicious Hammantashen. They added prunes, apricots, and chocolate chips to
their little triangle cakes. The children learned about the deliverance of the Jewish people from the wicked
Haman, and how Queen Esther and her uncle, Mordechai, were able to reverse the punishment intended
for the victims.
Soon after the Purim festivities and laughter subside, our school readies itself for all of the activities that
Passover brings. Passover is made even more precious when we share it with our nursery school children.
As we enter April, we eagerly prepare for the Passover celebrations in our classrooms and our homes. The
theme of Passover which stresses liberty and freedom is incorporated into stories and songs. The children
will help clean their classrooms and look for Chametz. They will make centerpieces for the Seder table,
afikomen bags, matzah covers, kiddush cups, and seder plates. They will search for the afikomen, open
the door for Elijah, and prepare delicious Charoset. These elaborate preparations help the children realize
that this holiday plays a central role in Jewish observance.
The story of Passover is recreated through music, art, cooking, and the dramatic exodus of the Jewish
people, help our children absorb the feeling and emotional attachment that Jews have for Passover. The
seder’s most important purpose; the passing of Jewish identity and appreciation from parents to their children, from generation to generation, is certainly evident in our school.
The sweetness of Pesach, its food, family togetherness, and even the memory of hard work, become the
memories that are part of our children’s lives forever.
Wishing all of our families a Happy Passover, and that peace will be the gift of the season.
Shalom,
Vivien Grossman and Cindy Common
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MARCH/APRIL 2015
CONGREGATIONAL KIDDUSH SPONSORSHIPS
B’NAI MITZVAH NEWS

Laurie & Ira Minsky in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of
their daughter, Stephanie, March 14th
 Beth & Richard Rosenberg in honor of the
Bar Mitzvah of their son, Andrew, March 21st
 Lori Krochak in honor of the Auf Ruf of her son,
Jason
 Laura & Harry Lerner in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of
their daughter, Ayla, March 28th
STEPHANIE MINSKY
MARCH 14, 2015
Mazel Tov to Laurie & Ira Minsky on the Bat
Mitzvah of their daughter.
Stephanie is in the 7th grade at Southwoods Middle
School. Her favorite activities include dance, being
with her friends and baking.
“For my mitzvah project, I decided to volunteer my
time at an animal shelter in Port Jefferson. I always
had a need to help and take care of animals. At
Save-A-Pet in Port Jefferson I was able to help
care for 30 puppies and 15 kittens. It was an enjoyable and loving opportunity.”
JOIN WITH US ON APRIL 25, 2015
The WJC Class of 2010 is inviting ALL alumnae of WJC
Religious School to participate in Shabbat worship services in order to wish them well as they embark on their
educational and Jewish journeys".
Remember that moment when you sighed and said “I did
it” after years of study in the Hebrew language, Jewish
law and tradition.
Stephanie has two brothers Jeremy, age 18 and
Matthew, age 16.
On April 25, 2015 you will have an opportunity to reconnect with a terrific class of students, friends and educators.
ANDREW ROSENBERG
MARCH 21, 2015
Please save the date for you and your family for the Saturday and Friday night Shabbat
service.
Details will follow.
Mazel Tov to Beth & Richard Rosenberg on the
Bar Mitzvah of their son.
Andrew is in the 7th grade at Southwoods Middle
School. His favorite activities include soccer, baseball and video games.
Any questions please call:
Lawrence Spiro 516-364-1051
Rosemarie Klipper 516-367-7812
or the Religious School Office
Andrew has two brothers, Matthew age 27, David,
age 24 and twin sisters Rachel & Dana, age 15.
Please shop with us at the WJC Gift Shop for all of your
Bar/Bat Mitzvah needs…
AYLA LERNER
MARCH 28, 2015
*Design your very own Kippot and
Ladies Head Coverings! Internet prices for
kippot: Suede, Satin and Knit kippot are
available for order.
Mazel Tov to Laura & Harry Lerner on the Bat
Mitzvah of their daughter.
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Ayla is in the 7th grade at the Long Island School for
the Gifted. Her favorite activities include swimming,
rowing, and music.
“My Bat Mitzvah Project was being a junior docent
for the Huntington Historical Society. I have been
working with them for over 2 years to help educate
visitors about the history of the Conklin and Kissam
Houses in downtown Huntington.”
Beautiful selection of Tallit for adults and children!
Shop for all Holiday Gifts
Artist inspired Candlesticks
Beautiful Platters
Mezuzahs and Wall Decor
Passover: Seder and Matzah Plates
Kiddush Cups and Challah covers
Please help the WJC Sisterhood support our
synagogue community! Best prices around!
Contact Cindy Matte by e-mail at:
cmatte@rjmacq.com at anytime to
schedule an appointment!
Ayla has two brothers, Miles age 10 and Hugo age
8.
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Youth News
The youth of Woodbury have had a great few months to start off the year! With
projects ranging from cookie decorating to bracelet making and an Ice Cream
Tu B’Shvat seder to celebrate the new year of the trees, the kids in Pre-Kadima
and Kadima have been having a blast. This season also saw another opportunity
for our TeenCorp to volunteer with HIHI (the Huntington Interfaith Homeless Initiative) and to meet other USYers at METNY’s Regional Convention. We look forward
to more fun events and community service opportunities in the near future.
Esther DuBow, Youth Director
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SIDDUR/MACHZORIM FUND
FILLS OUR SANCTUARY WITH SIDDURIM AND HIGH HOLY DAY
MACHZORIM IN HONOR OF OR IN MEMORY OF:
DONATIONS & INFORMATION
RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND
A REPOSITORY FOR MONIES FOR PHILANTHROPIC PURPOSES
AND EMERGENCIES DISPENSED AT RABBI’S PERSONAL
DISCRETION:
In honor of Larry Rubins 60th Birthday
from: The Other Fairbanks Rubins, Scott & Charlene
In memory of Dorothy Mummert, mother of Roger Mummert
from: Eric, Marilyn, Rose & Lily Bloomberg
In memory of Herman Reiff, beloved father of Laury Weber
from: The Bloomberg Family
In memory of Jerry Cohen beloved father of Brett Cohen
from: Cindy, Scott, Becca & Jennie Matte
from: Wendy & Gary Spirgel
In memory of Gerard Leeds, father of Michael Leeds
from: Dolores & Victor Hatami
In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein beloved father of
Mark Fierstein
from: The Bloomberg Family
from: Tod & Jackee Buckvar
from: Mindy & Paul Smolevitz
In memory of Barry Richter, father of Lauren Goff
from: Marcia, Alan, Melissa, Ross and Harrison Cohen
In memory of Fay Collet, beloved mother of Brian Collet
from: Tod & Jackee Buckvar
from: Mindy & Paul Smolevitz
In memory of mother of Richard Rosenstock
from: Dolores & Victor Hatami
In memory of Lillian Bick, mother of Jack Bick
from: Sheila & Scott Kolpon
In memory of Renee Sanders, beloved mother of
Steve Sanders
from: Mindy & Paul Smolevitz
To thank Rabbi Adler for his kindness at the time of the
loss of my mother, Sylvia Percell
from: Rena Landa
In memory of Fay Collett, mother of Brian Collet
from: Ron & Donna Frank
from: Ira & Susan Biller Salzman
In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, father of Mark
Fierstein
from: Ron & Donna Frank
from: Ira & Susan Biller Salzman
from: Wendy & Gary Spirgel
In memory of Renee Sanders, mother of Steve Sanders
from: Ron & Donna Frank
In memory of Lillian Bick, mother of Jack Bick
from: Ron & Donna Frank
In memory of Caroline Vinokur
from: Ron & Donna Frank
CANTOR’S DISCRETIONARY FUND
DONATIONS WILL BE USED FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES AS
WELL AS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR THE W OODBURY JEWISH CENTER.
In appreciation of Cantor Cohen’s refuah shelema for
Elliott Fagin
from: Lance & Lisa Gordon
In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, father of Mark
Fierstein
from: Fran & Bob Geier
NURSERY FUND
PROVIDES FUNDS FOR NURSERY SCHOOL EXTRA PROGRAMS AND
ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED BY TUITION.
In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, beloved father of
Mark Fierstein
from: Robin & Jason Schorr
CHUMASH FUND
FILLS OUR SANCTUARY WITH
IN MEMORY OF:
CHUMASHIM IN HONOR OF OR
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND
PROVIDES FUNDS FOR RELIGIOUS SCHOOL EXTRA PROGRAMS AND
ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED BY TUITION.
In memory of our congregant, Sylvia Percell
from: Woodbury Jewish Center
In memory of Roger Pliskin, beloved brother of
Debbie Berkal
from: Woodbury Jewish Center
In memory of Paul Conrad, beloved father of
Arnold Conrad
from: Woodbury Jewish Center
In memory of Lillian Bick, mother of Jack Bick
from: Sheila & Scott Kolpon
In honor of Benjamin Senzer for all of your accomplishments
from: Deborah, Richard & Zachary Senzer
In memory of Phyllis Bigel, mother of Sue Grey
from: The Bloomberg family
In memory of Jerry Cohen, father of Brett Cohen
from: Felice Linder and family
from: Roya Obedian
from: Lisa & David Sakhai and family
In memory of Barry Richter, father of Lauren Goff
from: Eric, Marilyn, Rose & Lily Bloomberg
from: Felice Linder and family
In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, beloved father of
Mark Fierstein
from: Ann & Brian Collet and family
from: Roya Obedian
In memory of Renee Sanders, beloved mother of
Steve Sanders
from: Ann & Brian Collet and family
JEFFREY GELLIN MEMORIAL FUND
In honor of the engagement of Lauren Salzman to
Devin Chasanoff
from: Bonnie & Jeff Fachler
In honor of Daniel Woldar’s acceptance to Business
School
from: Bonnie & Jeff Fachler
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GENERAL DONATION
HELPS DEFRAY MAINTENANCE AND REFURBISHING COSTS OF
Edelheit family in memory of Joseph Edelheit, son and brother
David Edelheit in memory of brother, Akiba Joseph Edelheit
OUR FACILITIES IN ADDITION TO MORTGAGE AMORTIZATION
Jack Eisenstein in memory of mother, Rena Eisenstein
Michele Gaffner in memory of father, Arthur Levinson
Michele Gaffner in memory of mother, Rita Levinson
Linda Gershowitz in memory of mother, Pearl Carpe
Eileen Elkin Gilbert in memory of her father, David Elkin
Philip Glazer in memory of father, Louis Glazer
Lisa Gordon in memory of father, Norman Klein
Frieda Goldberg in memory of mother, Bessie Goldfeder
Stanley Goldstein in memory of father, Emanuel Goldstein
Steven Greenberger in memory of mother, Constance Greenberger
Morton Grossman in memory of father, Jack Grossman
Zelda Handelsman in memory of mother, Rachel Gerzoff
Lois Heiman in memory of husband, Norman Heiman
In honor of Amanda Fachler being admitted to the NY Bar
from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte
In honor of Bonnie & Jeff Fachler’s new home
from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte
In honor of Sy and Lorraine Mautner’s new home
from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte
In honor of a speedy recovery for my uncle, Elliott Fagin
from: Lisa Gordon
In honor of Victor Hatami for the WJC Chanukah party
from: Felice Linder & family
In honor of the Chaskes family for the WJC Chanukah
party
from: Felice Linder & family
In honor of Cantor Cohen at the time of Jacob’s
Bar Mitzvah
from: Janie & Charlie Innamorato
In honor of Jeff Fachler at the time of Jacob’s
Bar Mitzvah
from: Janie & Charlie Innamorato
In appreciation of Eric & Adrianne Roth
from: Michael Reisman
Rande Hirsch and family in memory of mother & nana, Fannie Berrafato
Rande Hirsch & family in memory of father & grandfather, Kenneth W. Hirsch
In honor of Cindy Matte being honored at the WJC Gala
from: The Bloomberg Family
In memory of Fay Collet, mother of Brian Collett
from: Sheila & Michael Cohen
from: Felice Linder & Doug Field
from: Sue, Allie & Alex Grey
from: Valerie & Steven Sanders
In memory of Roger Pliskin, beloved brother of
Debbie Berkal
from: Felice Linder & Family
In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, father of Mark Fierstein
from: Sheila & Michael Cohen
from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte
from: Felice Linder & Doug Field
from: Charlene & Scott Rubin
In memory of Renee Sanders, mother of Steve Sanders
from: Sheila & Michael Cohen
from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte
from: Felice Linder & Doug Field
from: Charlene & Scott Rubin
In memory of Barry Richter, father of Lauren Goff
from: Sheila & Michael Cohen
In memory of Lucy Goodman, mother of Mindy Hyman
from: Steve Greenberger & Sheryl Kane
In memory of Walter Cohen
from: The Friedman/Clark Family
YAHRZEIT DONATION
Ann Dorman Adler in memory of mother, Doris Dorman
Lily Berman in memory of mother, Rose Hutt
Larry Berstein in memory of father, Bernard J. Berstein, M.D.
Matt Chartan in memory of brother, Steven Chartan
Matt Chartan in memory of mother, Renee Chartan
Matt Chartan in memory of grandmother, Golda Chartan
Matt Chartan in memory of grandmother, Lily Wolff
Lisa Cohen in memory of father, Frank Richard Cole
Alyse Cohen in memory of mother, Gilda Greenberg
Martin Cohn in memory of father, Gerald Cohn
Helen Edelheit in memory of father, Jack Morgenlender
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Amy & Eric hochberg in memory of grandmother, Rose Hutt
Joyce Kahn in memory of mother, Florence Eisman
Arlene Kogan in memory of mother, Eleanor Golub
Scott Kolpon in memory of father, Harry Kolpon
Scott Kolpon in memory of grandmother, Ida Mait
Carol Konits in memory of mother, Yetta Konits
William Kugelman in memory of father, Fred Kugelman
Andrew Levine in memory of mother, Bonnie Levine
Allen Mait in memory of wife, Barbara Mait
Elise Michaels in memory of grandfather, Arthur Plosker
Evan Phillips in memory of mother, Sylvia Phillips
Bonnie Rich in memory of grandfather, Jack Flax
Norman Rich in memory of grandmother, Anna Fridovich
Judy Rosen in memory of father, Sidney Schaffer
Amy Saks in memory of father, Arthur Fried
Doris Saks in memory of Anna Glicker
Steven Sanders in memory of father, Sidney Sanders
Lotte Schmerzler in memory of husband, Julius Schmerzler
Betty Schuster in memory of father, Jacob Flax
Richard Senzer in memory of father, Harry Senzer
George Serel in memory of father, Louis Srolovits
Elliot Setton in memory of sister, Gladys Shabot
Elliot Setton in memory of mother, Lucy Setton
Rachel Shapiro in memory of mother, Sadie Feiwel
Florence Shapiro in memory of husband, Seymour Shapiro
Laura Shurack in memory of father-in-law, Nathan Shurack
Laura Shurack in memory of brother, Herbert Kamph
Ruth Smith in memory of father, David Ross
Ruth Smith in memory of brother, Morris Ross
Robert Spielman in memory of grandmother, Rose Spielman
Gary Spirgel in memory of mother, Betty Spirgel
Wendy Spirgel in memory of father, Martin Ginsberg
Wendy Spirgel in memory of stepfather, Joseph Kalinsky
Honora Wasserman in memory of husband, Myron Wasserman
Laury Weber in memory of mother, Ruth Reiff
Cindy Woldar in memory of sister, Lori Mills
Susan Zeidman in memory of father, Samuel Kay
Rosalinde Ziskroit in memory of father, Harry Penn
Saul Ziskroit in memory of father, Willi Ziskroit
IN OUR CONGREGATIONAL FAMILY
The Congregation wishes a
Hearty Mazel Tov to:

Amir & Karen Malin on the engagement of their
daughter Jenessa to David McMullen
 Allison & Stuart Mayer on the birth of their son,
Jordan Tyler
 Rebecca & Eric Firer on the birth of their daughter,
Scarlett Hope
 Amanda & Ryan Turner on the birth of their
daughter, Sienna Jade
 Dara & Glenn Vogelman on the birth of their
daughter, Lily
 Whitney & Brian Sigler on the birth of their
daughter, Devi Aryn
 Nancy & Howie Borg on the engagement of their son
Corey to Rebecca Dishner
WJC SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB
Please join us for the next meeting on
Monday, April 20th at 7:30pm in the
WJC Kiddush Room.
Our next Book Selection will be
announced by e-mail
The Congregation offers Sincere Condolences to:
Questions, please contact
Karen Green Malin at:
kg.malin@gmail.com

Brian Collet on the loss of his beloved mother,
Fay Collet
 Debbie Berkal on the loss of her beloved brother,
Roger Pliskin
 To the family of our congregant Sylvia Percell
 Mark Fierstein on the loss of his beloved father,
Dr. Joseph Fierstein
 Steven Sanders on the loss of his beloved mother,
Renee Sanders
 Laura Lerner on the loss of her beloved mother,
Margery Traverse
 Jack Bick on the loss of his beloved mother,
Lillian Bick
 Arnold Conrad on the loss of his beloved father,
Paul Conrad
 Anne Greenberg on the loss of her beloved mother,
Caroline Vinokur
 Joel Fagin on the loss of his beloved father,
Elliott Fagin
The question has been asked:
“Can the rabbi and/or cantor charge me
for performing a funeral for my parent or
sibling?”
The answer is “Yes” they can. Neither the
Rabbi nor the Cantor will charge for performing the Funeral of a member or a member’s
child. In this case a donation to the
Discretionary Fund may be appropriate.
In case of an Emergency……….
Your rabbi wishes to guide and be of assistance to
you in your time of need.
However the term “member” does not include
parents or sibling. Thus either is permitted to
charge a fee for officiating at or participating in
a funeral. While local Funeral homes, including Gutterman’s of Woodbury will include or
tell you at the time you make arrangements of
the clergy charge, please feel free to discuss it
with either Rabbi Adler or Cantor Cohen at the
time you make the arrangements with them.
In cases of serious illness or the death of a loved one:
Please call Rabbi Adler at 496-9100 X 125 or at home,
509-9481
Please note that you must call the Rabbi before finalizing funeral arrangements.
On Shabbat or Yom Tov, Rabbi Adler does not use the
telephone. Therefore, you can convey information to
him on these days at the synagogue during service
times, by calling immediately after Shabbat or Yom
Tov.
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Minyan 9:00 am, SISTERHOOD MAKE & DELIVER SHALACH MANOT
Minyan 7:00 am
Sisterhood Knitting 10:00am,
PURIM BEGINS, FAMILY SERVICE 4:30PM, CARNIVAL 5:00-7:00PM, MINCHA 7:15PM FOLLOWED BY MAARIV & TRADIIONAL PURIM MEGILLAH READING
Purim Morning Service with Traditional Megillah Reading 6:15 am
Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 5:32 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm
Shabbat Morning Service, Daled Shabbat, Family Congregation
Minyan 9:00 am
Minyan 7:00 am
Executive Board 7:00 pm, Trustees Meeting 8:00 pm
Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45 pm
Minyan 6:15 am, Senior Group– SAGE Meeting, 10:30 am
Minyan 7:00am, Candle lighting 6:40 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm– SHABBAT ACROSS AMERICA
Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Bat Mitzvah of Stephanie Minsky, Family Congregation, Birthday Shabbat 10:00 am
Minyan 9:00am, SISTERHOOD PASSOVER FOOD COLLECTION BEGINS
Minyan 7:00 am, SISTERHOOD BRUNCH & LEARN: PASSOVER 10:00 AM, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Orientation 7:30 pm
Sisterhood Knitting 10:00 am
Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45pm,
Minyan 6:15 am
Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 6:48 pm, Shabbat Evening services 6:30 pm
Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Bar Mitzvah of Andrew Rosenberg, Auf Ruf of Jason Krochak
Minyan 9:00 am, SISTERHOOD MAKE PASSOVER COLLEGE PACKAGES 9:30 AM
Minyan 7:00 am
SISTERHOOD PASSOVER RECIPE EXCHANGE 7:15 PM, Evening Minyan 7:30 pm
Minyan 6:15 am, SISTERHOOD PASSOVER FOOD COLLECTION ENDS
Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 6:55 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm
Shabbat Morning Service, Bat Mitzvah of Ayla Lerner, Family Shabbat 10:00 am, Pre-School Shabbat Service 11:00 am
Minyan 9:00 am
Minyan 7:00 am
SISTERHOOD JEWISH MEDITATION 7:15 PM
Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45pm
Minyan 6:15 am, Nursery & Religious School Passover SEARCH FOR CHAMETZ AFTER SUNDOWN
Pre-Passover Service for First-Born 6:30 am, followed by breakfast sponsored by WJ Men’s Club, Passover Begins, Candle lighting 7:02 pm,
Shabbat Evening Services 6:30 pm, 1st Seder is held
1st Day of Passover-Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Candle lighting 8:02 pm, 2nd Seder is held
2nd Day of Passover- Morning Service 9:00 am
Minyan 7:00 am
Evening Minyan 7:30 pm
Minyan 6:15am, Candle lighting 7:09 pm
7TH DAY OF PASSOVER– Morning Service 9:00 am, Candle 7:10 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm
8TH DAY OF PASSOVER-Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Yizkor Memorial Service
Minyan 9:00am
Minyan 7:00am, Nursery & Religious School Classes resume
Sisterhood Knitting 10:00 am, Executive Board 7:00 pm, Trustees Meeting 8:00 pm
YOM HASHOAH SERVICE & PROGRAM 7:00 PM
Minyan 6:15 am
Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 7:17 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm
Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am
Minyan 9:00 am, ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PROGRAM 10:00 AM
Minyan 7:00 am, SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB 7:30 PM
SISTERHOOD CLOTHING & NEWBORNS IN NEED COLLECTION IN PARKING LOT, 9:30 AM, Evening Minyan 7:30 pm
Minyan 6:15 am,
Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 7:25pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm
Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am
Minyan 9:00 am
Minyan 7:00 am
Sisterhood Meditation 7:15 pm
Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45pm
Minyan 6:15 am
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