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JEWISH JOURNEYS
2018-19/5779 A CATALOG OF SERVICES, PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester
2125 Westchester Avenue East
Rye, NY 10580
914-967-4382
www.congregationemanuel.org
or www.c-e-w.org
Please check our website and Emanumail throughout the year for updates and changes to our program scheduling.
November 2018
Chesvan 5779
Dear Congregants, Next year in Jerusalem! These familiar words from the Passover Seder have echoed through the generations of our people. For most of our history, they have expressed a seemingly impossible dream. For us, today, realizing these words is simply a matter of a plane ticket. But what do we find when we get off the plane? What beauty and industry and connection to fellow Jews? What challenges and security risks and contentious politics? Israel is a complicated place, no longer the stuff of prophetic dreams, but a rich, messy, inspiring, and very real nation-state. This year at Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester, much of our programming will focus on Israel – the dream and the reality. Through sermons at services, family learning days in our religious school, adult programming and travel, we will consider the role of Israel in our Jewish lives today. Beyond Israel, our programming this year is chock full of spiritually uplifting, intellectually stimulating, society improving, and community building experiences. The breadth and depth of our programs is on par with those of the largest synagogues – a point of pride for Emanu-El. Look through this Jewish Journeys catalog, mark a few experiences down in your calendar, and then come experience the joys of modern Jewish life. L’Shalom,
Rabbi Howard J. Goldsmith
RABBI’S MESSAGE
SEEK & DISCOVER
Jewish study leads to vitality that keeps our minds sharp and our souls searching. Rather than
relativism, Judaism confronts us with issues that help to clarify our place in history and our place
in our world. Classes, lectures, text stu dy, book clubs, Single Malt Torah, and the Women’s Study
Group; see what you can discover.
FAMILY TIME
Family is the center of Jewish life. At our temple, your family will spend quality time together
living out the values that we all hold most dear and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester is your family’s antidote to our fast-paced, digital,
over-programmed society.
MIX AND MINGLE
The center of our congregation is our sense of community. We celebrate together, comfort each
other, forge friendships and make connections - that is what we can uniquely offer as a synagogue.
REFLECT & ELEVATE
We gather for Shabbat, holy days, festivals, memorial services and life-cycle events to reflect on the
themes of our lives as they echo through our traditions. Through songs and readings, sermons and
theatrics, sharing and quiet, we find our lives uplifted.
STEP-UP & GIVE-BACK
We live in safety and security, with an abundance unimaginable for past generations. Donating our
time and resources to worthy causes shows our gratitude for the plenty we enjoy. These acts of
tikkun olam (repairing the world) allow us to express our Jewish identity in a fulfilling, important way.
ICON GUIDE
As a congregation committed to meeting you where you are on your Jewish Journey, we are determined to make it easy for you to identify the points of connection that most appeal to you; this way you can bring holiness, community and wisdom to your own life while adding strength to our congregation. Watch for these icons in materials from the temple and religious school. Each icon answers the question: Why should I come?
VISION
A Community Dedicated to Celebrating Modern Jewish Life
Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester is committed to continuously fostering Reform Jewish life among all our congregants. There are three essential pillars to realizing this vision:
Instilling Jewish Values
We are committed to instilling and encouraging the practice of ethical and moral values. This includes the mission of extending acts of charity within and beyond the Jewish community.
Worshipping and Reflecting
We encourage active participation in Shabbat and holiday services, and activities programs as a means of educating, building Jewish community, and sharing traditions. We aspire to participatory services attended by all age groups.
Learning and Studying
We believe in studying Torah and texts of our tradition and relating them to the modern world. We embrace the concept of inter-generational study, family education and chevrutah, study groups of people coming together to learn and to discuss.
Through the implementation of these three pillars, we hope to strengthen a sense of community among our geographically diverse and multi-generational congregation.
We welcome all to join us in interpreting Judaism, so that it may continue to be a source of meaning and inspiration for our time.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OFFICERS
DARREN FOGEL 914-725-6898
President
SUSAN AMKRAUT 914-672-4117
Immediate Past President
MICHAEL N. ROSENBLUT 914-937-9680
Vice President
LARRY COHEN 914-305-5393
Treasurer
EMILY COHEN 914-381-1260
Corporate Secretary
TRUSTEES
MICHAEL BARNETT
PATTY CHERNICK
DAVID FRIED
MELISSA GAYNOR
LIZ GRILL
SCOTT HIRSCH
RANDY LEVITT
MARCY MODICA
WENDY ROWDEN
LARRY RUTKOVSKY
TODD SIEGEL
STUART STERNBERG
VIRGINIA WEISMAN
MAJ WICKSTROM
MJ WOLFF
KEVIN WYMAN
DIRECTORY
STAFF
HOWARD J. GOLDSMITH EXT. 13
Rabbi
MEREDITH STONE EXT. 19
Cantor
JADE ROSS EXT. 15
Assistant Rabbi, Director of Education
JANE DUBRO EXT. 21
Youth Activities and Program Director
ABBIE LEVITT EXT. 18
Temple Administrator
TAL DRORI EXT. 12
Religious School Administrator
DAN O’CONNOR EXT. 11
Administrative Assistant
DENISE EISLER EXT. 14
Accountant
ENRIQUE TORRES EXT. 26
Director of Facilities
EMERITUS
DANIEL S. WOLK EXT. 11
Rabbi Emeritus
MARCIE AIUVALASIT EXT. 12
Religious Educator Emeritus
CONTENTS
REFLECT & ELEVATE
Pages 1 - 2 FRIDAY NIGHT WORSHIP SERVICES
Pages 3 - 4 FRIDAY NIGHT WORSHIP BY SERVICE TYPE
Page 4 YOUNG FAMILIES COMMITTEE HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
Pages 5 - 6 HOLIDAY WORSHIP & CELEBRATIONS
Page 7 YIZKOR SERVICES
Page 7 REFLECTIONS WORKSHOPS WITH CANTOR STONE
Page 8 B’NEI MITZVAH
Page 8 SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES & TORAH STUDY
STEP-UP & GIVE BACK
Page 9 SOCIAL ACTION OPPORTUNITIES & DONATION DRIVES
Page 10 ONGOING SOCIAL ACTION OPPORTUNITIES
Page 11 THE ANNUAL FUND
MIX & MINGLE
Page 12 GALLERY OPENINGS
Page 12 MAH JONGG AND CANASTA
Page 12 CHALLAH BAKING
Pages 13 - 14 L’CHAIM PROGRAMS
Page 15 NEXT STEP
Page 15 WESTCHESTER CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY
Page 16 A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES SERIES
Pages 17-19 OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS
Please check our website and Emanumail throughout the year for updates and changes to our program scheduling.
CONTENTS
SEEK & DISCOVER
Page 20 SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES & TORAH STUDY
Page 20 WOMEN’S STUDY GROUP
Page 21 SINGLE MALT TORAH
Page 21 TEMPLE BOOK CLUB AND BOOKS & BITES
Page 21 ENGAGING AGING
Page 22 ADULT EDUCATION WITH RABBI ROSS: THE MANY FACETS OF TORAH
Page 22 ADULT EDUCATION WITH RABBI GOLDSMITH: ISRAEL TODAY
Page 22 DIFFERENT VIEWS CONVERSATIONS
Page 23 POLITICAL STAFFER MEETINGS
Page 23 CHAI MITZVAH
FEATURED SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS
Page 24 SUKKOT OPEN HOUSE AT THE GOLDSMITHS’
Page 24 I’M A CULTURAL JEW: FOOD
Page 24 POLITICAL STAFFER MEETING WITH COUNTY EXECUTIVE
GEORGE LATIMER
Page 24 SHABBAT INSTALLATION OF RABBI ROSS
WITH SPECIAL MUSICAL GUEST MICHELLE CITRIN
Page 25 SACRED STORIES SHABBAT WITH LORE STRAUSS:
HONORING OUR VETERANS
Page 25 YOUNG FAMILIES JOANIE LEEDS & THE NIGHTLIGHTS CONCERT
Page 26 CANTOR EARL ROGERS TRIBUTE SABBATH: A MUSICAL
CELEBRATION OF CHANUKAH & ISRAEL
Page 26 SACRED STORIES SHABBAT: SOCIAL JUSTICE SHABBAT FEATURING
THE ISAAC MEMORIAL LECTURE WITH FILMMAKER CLAUDIA SOBRAL
Page 26 THE SAMUEL L. AND JANE L. FRIEDMAN LECTURE ON
PEACE & UNDERSTANDING WITH FILMMAKER AVISHAI MEKONEN
Page 26 MITZVAH SHABBAT & PIZZA TRUCK DINNER
CONTENTS
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH
Page 27 PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN DROP-OFF PROGRAM
Page 27 YOUNG FAMILIES COMMITTEE EVENTS
Page 28 FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICES
Pages 29 - 30 SPECIAL RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & HEBREW SCHOOL EVENTS
Page 31 HINEINI ACT NOW
Page 32 ACADEMY
Page 33 CONFIRMATION
Page 34 YOUTH GROUP
Page 35 LEADERSHIP FELLOWSHIP FOR 11TH & 12TH GRADES
TRAVEL
Page 36 TRIPS TO ISRAEL AND SPAIN
SEPTEMBER 7 7:30 Shabbat Service
SEPTEMBER 14 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Shabbat Shuvah: Sabbath of Repentance
SEPTEMBER 21 7:30 Shabbat Service
SEPTEMBER 28 6:00 Shabbat Dinner: Opening BBQ 7:00 Family Service: Simchat Torah & Consecration ♫
OCTOBER 5 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
OCTOBER 12 7:30 I'm A Cultural Jew: Food ♫
OCTOBER 19 7:30 Shabbat Service
OCTOBER 26
6:30 Shabbat Dinner
7:30 Installation Service for Rabbi Ross with Musical Guest Michelle Citrin ♫
NOVEMBER 2 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
NOVEMBER 9 7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat with Lore Strauss: Honoring Our Veterans ♫
NOVEMBER 16 7:30 Shabbat Service
NOVEMBER 23 6:30 Lay Led Service
NOVEMBER 30
7:30 Cantor Earl Rogers Tribute Sabbath: A Musical Celebration of Chanukah & Israel (7:00 Gallery Opening: Congregant Israel Art Salon)
DECEMBER 7
6:30 Shabbat Dinner
7:30 Family Service: Chanukah ♫
DECEMBER 14
7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat: Pride Shabbat with Hillels of Westchester ♫
DECEMBER 21 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
DECEMBER 28 6:30 Lay Led Service
JANUARY 4 7:30 Learning Service
JANUARY 11
7:30 Family Service: Exploring Our Prayers ♫
JANUARY 18 7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat: Social Justice Shabbat featuring the Isaac Memorial Lecture with Filmmaker Claudia Sobral ♫ (6:30 Film Viewing)
Friday Night Worship Services
“More than the Jews have kept Shabbat, Shabbat has kept the Jews.” - Ahad Ha’am
Together we explore the many facets of Jewish worship by approaching our tradition from a variety of perspectives. Each one offers another way to understand the story of our people.
REFLECT & ELEVATE
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Justice Shabbat featuring the Isaac Memorial Lecture with Filmmaker
REFLECT & ELEVATE
JANUARY 25 7:30 Shabbat Service
FEBRUARY 1 6:30 Lay Led Service
FEBRUARY 8 7:30 Family Service: Honoring Hineini Students & Parents ♫
FEBRUARY 15 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
FEBRUARY 22
6:30 Lay Led Service
MARCH 1
6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
MARCH 8
7:30 Union Prayer Book Service: A Tribute to our Reform Heritage
MARCH 15 7:30 Purim Shabbat: Burt Bacharach Meets the Megillah ♫
MARCH 22 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
MARCH 29 7:30 Shabbat Service with Guest Speaker
APRIL 5 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service ♫
APRIL 12 7:30 Shabbat Service
APRIL 19 4:00 Early Service
APRIL 26 7:30 Shabbat Service
MAY 3 7:30 Samuel L. and Jane L. Friedman Lecture on Peace & Understanding with Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen (6:15 Film Viewing)
MAY 10
6:30 Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner (Pizza & Projects at 5:30 & 7:15) ♫
MAY 17 7:30 Family Service: Youth Group Shabbat & Yom Ha'atzmaut ♫
MAY 24 6:30 Lay Led Service
MAY 31 7:30 Confirmation & Shavuot Shabbat Service ♫
JUNE 7 7:30 I'm A Cultural Jew: Literature ♫
JUNE 14 7:30 Shabbat Service JUNE 21 6:00 Pre-Neg 6:30 Early Service
Friday Night Worship Services (Cont.)
♫ = band = handsfree/prayers projected
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Friday Night Worship by Service Type
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NOVEMBER 9
7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat with Lore Strauss: Honoring Our Veterans ♫
DECEMBER 14
7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat: Pride Shabbat with Hillels of Westchester ♫
JANUARY 18 7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat: Social Justice Shabbat featuring the Isaac Memorial Lecture with Filmmaker Claudia Sobral ♫ (Film Viewing 6:30)
REFLECT & ELEVATE
Family Services We each have stories from the synagogues of our childhood. These services create those stories for the next generation. Familiar melodies and prayers as well as special features, holiday celebrations and surprises make worship fun and meaningful.
Sacred Stories Shabbat
The joyful music of our band and the Temple Tones fills these uplifting services. We’re inspired by the sacred sparks we see in ordinary and extraordinary stories congregants share with us all. These services inspire as they connect us to each other and our tradition.
SEPTEMBER 28 7:00 Family Service: Simchat Torah & Consecration ♫ (6:00 Shabbat BBQ Dinner)
OCTOBER 26
7:30 Family Service: Installation for Rabbi Ross with Musical Guest Michelle Citrin ♫ (6:30 Shabbat Dinner)
DECEMBER 7 7:30 Family Service: Chanukah ♫ (6:30 Shabbat Dinner)
JANUARY 11
7:30 Family Service: Exploring Our Prayers ♫
FEBRUARY 8
7:30 Family Service: Honoring Hineini Students & Parents ♫
MAY 10
6:30 Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner ♫ (Pizza & Projects 5:30 & 7:15)
MAY 17 7:30 Family Service: Youth Group Shabbat & Yom Ha'atzmaut ♫
Friday Night Worship by Service Type (Cont.)
Shabbat Services with Special Guests and Speakers Festival celebrations, Holy Day Observances, lectures, different prayer books, interest groups,
special music and more make these services special experiences in our year of worship together.
OCTOBER 26 7:30 Installation Service for Rabbi Ross with Musical Guest Michelle Citrin ♫
NOVEMBER 9 7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat with Lore Strauss: Honoring Our Veterans ♫
NOVEMBER 30 7:30 Cantor Earl Rogers Tribute Sabbath: A Musical Celebration of Chanukah & Israel
REFLECT & ELEVATE
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JANUARY 18 7:30 Sacred Stories Shabbat: Social Justice Shabbat featuring the Isaac Memorial Lecture with Filmmaker Claudia Sobral ♫ (Film Viewing 6:30)
MARCH 29 7:30 Shabbat Service with Guest Speaker
Young Families Committee Holiday Celebrations
“From generation to generation...” - From the morning liturgy
We are committed to helping young families begin their Jewish Journeys. Bring your children, nieces, nephews, grandchildren… any little one who is special in your life. All Young Families Committee events are free, open to the community and appropriate for ages 6 months through 2nd grade. Start the story for the next generation.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
3:00PM Rosh Hashanah Young Families Service
3:30PM Rosh Hashanah Celebration
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
2:15PM Yom Kippur Young Families Service
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18
10:45AM Joanie Leeds & The Nightlights Concert
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 10:30AM Chanukah Celebration
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
10:45AM Purim Celebration
SUNDAY, APRIL 7
10:45AM Passover Celebration
Holiday Worship & Celebrations
“Lovingly, God, You have given us the gift of festivals for joy and holy days for happiness…”
- From the Festival Kiddush
We join together to observe and celebrate the holy days and festivals that allow us to relive the
story of our people. [Note: We celebrate many holidays on the nearest Friday evening.]
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
8:00PM Communal Selichot Service at JCCH
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
7:30PM Erev Rosh Hashanah MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 10:00AM Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
12:00PM Rosh Hashanah Reception
1:45PM Rosh Hashanah Youth Service
3:00PM Rosh Hashanah Young Families Service
3:30PM Young Families Rosh Hashanah Celebration
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
10:15AM Rosh Hashanah Day II Nature Walk (at Edith G. Read Sanctuary, Rye)
11:00AM Tashlich (at Edith G. Read Sanctuary, Rye)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
6:00 Pre-Neg
6:30PM Shabbat Shuvah
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
6:00PM Kol Nidre 8:30PM Kol Nidre
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
10:00AM Yom Kippur Morning Service
1:15PM Yom Kippur Youth Service
2:15PM Yom Kippur Young Families Service
3:00PM Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
3:30PM Yom Kippur A Healing Service of Music and Meditation
4:00PM Yom Kippur Yizkor Service
4:45PM Yom Kippur N’ilah/Concluding Service
5:30PM Yom Kippur Break Fast
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
9:30AM Religious School Sukkah Mania
REFLECT & ELEVATE
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Holiday Worship & Celebrations (Cont.)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
6:30PM Women’s Study Group Supper in the Sukkah
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 6:00 Shabbat Dinner: Opening BBQ 7:00 Family Service: Simchat Torah & Consecration ♫
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
4:00PM Sukkot Open House at the Goldsmiths’
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1
7:30AM Sukkot/Shemini Atzeret and Yizkor Service
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 7:30PM ICLC Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at the Greek Orthodox Church
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
7:30 Cantor Earl Rogers Tribute Sabbath: A Musical Celebration of Chanukah & Israel
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
6:30PM Women’s Study Group Chanukah Potluck Dinner
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
6:30PM Shabbat Dinner
7:30PM Family Service: Chanukah ♫
FRIDAY, MARCH 15
7:15PM Pre-Purim Cocktails
7:30PM Purim Shabbat Service: Burt Bacharach Meets the Megillah ♫
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
11:30AM Purim Celebration
THURSDAY, APRIL 11
6:30PM Women’s Study Group Passover Seder
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
9:00AM Passover Morning Service
FRIDAY, APRIL 26
7:30AM Passover Yizkor Service
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
7:30PM Community Yom HaShoah Service
MAY 17 7:30 Family Service: Youth Group Shabbat & Yom Ha'atzmaut ♫
FRIDAY, MAY 31 7:30PM Confirmation and Shavuot Shabbat Service ♫
REFLECT & ELEVATE
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Yizkor
“May God remember forever my loved ones who have gone to their eternal rest.”
- From the Prayer of Remembrance
Four times a year, we come together as a community to remember our loved ones who have passed away. They live on through our memories bringing blessing to us all. [Note: The Sukkot/Shemini Atzeret, Passover, and Shavuot Yizkor services last half an hour.]
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
4:00PM Yom Kippur Yizkor Service
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1
7:30AM Sukkot/Shemini Atzeret Yizkor Service
FRIDAY, APRIL 26
7:30AM Passover Yizkor Service
SUNDAY, JUNE 9
9:00AM Shavuot Yizkor Service
REFLECT & ELEVATE
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Reflections: A Workshop with Cantor Stone
In this workshop, we will find out how our daily life experiences, observations and anecdotes can illuminate and give deeper meaning to our prayers. Through writing on various topics, learning about the themes of prayers, and sharing as a group, we will see prayer in a new light and strengthen connections to one another and our tradition. [Meets Mondays at 12:00pm, light lunch provided.]
OCTOBER 22
JANUARY 7
MARCH 4
MAY 6
B’nei Mitzvah
The B’nei Mitzvah Ceremony marks the beginning of a child’s journey to adulthood with prayer, Torah, and celebration. We honor the young people in our congregation who will become b’nei mitzvah this year. [B’nei mitzvah services typically begin at 11:00am or 5:00pm.]
SEPTEMBER 15 Evie Offit
SEPTEMBER 22 Maddie Wiederkehr
SEPTEMBER 29 Marion Cohen
OCTOBER 13 Josh Gershon
NOVEMBER 10 Jesse & Carly Heinberg
MARCH 23 Stella Perini
APRIL 6 Benjamin Helman
APRIL 13 Bennett Kulla
JUNE 1 Hudson Krasne
JUNE 15 Noah Birnbaum
REFLECT & ELEVATE
Shabbat Morning Service and Torah Study
“The study of Torah is equal to all other good deeds because it leads to good deeds.”
- The Morning Service
We begin Shabbat morning with a brief service before engaging in nearly an hour of lively discussion of the week’s Torah portion - the sacred texts that lie at the foundation of the Jewish story. Framing our study in prayer elevates our learning, making it holy. [Sessions run from 9:00 - 10:15am.]
SEPTEMBER 22 Ha'azinu
SEPTEMBER 29 Sukkot
OCTOBER 27 Vayera
NOVEMBER 10 Toldot
DECEMBER 1 Vayeshev
JANUARY 5 Vaera
JANUARY 26 Yitro
FEBRUARY 9 Terumah
MARCH 2 Vayakhel
MARCH 23 Tzav
APRIL 13 HaGadol
MAY 4 Achrei Mot
MAY 18 Emor
JUNE 8 Bamidbar
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STEP-UP & GIVE BACK
High Holy Day Food Drive SEPTEMBER 10 - 19
Feeding Westchester 5k Walk/Run SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 9:30AM
Coats For Hope Drive OCTOBER
Midnight Run SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7, 6:00PM
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 9:30AM
Have A Heart Gift Drive NOVEMBER
Israel Trip Collection DECEMBER Kids' Kloset Diaper and Underwear Collection JANUARY
Food Pantry Collection
FEBRUARY
Afya Collection MARCH
Social Action Opportunities & Donation Drives Interested in participating in any of these great efforts? Contact Temple Administrator Abbie Levitt at [email protected] or Social Action Chair Hedy Cordozo at [email protected].
Mitzvah Shabbat Collection APRIL
DOROT Passover Package Delivery SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 10:00AM
Brunch Run SUNDAY, MAY 5, 7:30AM
Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner FRIDAY, MAY 10, 5:30PM
Gently Used Backpack Collection JUNE
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STEP-UP & GIVE BACK
Ongoing Social Action Opportunities
“If I am for myself alone, what am I?” - Hillel
The story of the Jewish people is the story of tikkun olam, our ageless efforts to repair our world. Help make our community a better place. Our award-winning Social Action Committee runs projects throughout the year that further this mission. One day or every week…anything you do makes a big difference!
DOROT Westchester
Through personal contact with seniors, our volunteers help deliver vital services to the frail elderly
and forge loving bonds between the generations. In the process, they reap a rich harvest of
friendship, wisdom, and mutual appreciation. DOROT alleviates social isolation among the elderly
and provides services to help them live independently as valued members of the community. We
serve the Jewish and wider community, bringing the generations together in a mutually beneficial
partnership of elders, volunteers and professionals. Our work provides an effective model for
others. For more information or to volunteer, email Emily Cohen at [email protected].
Teach English as a Second Language
With all the opportunities to learn, we also take time to teach at the Don Bosco Community Center
in Port Chester. Volunteers from our congregation teach English as a Second Language to the
immigrant community. This wonderful opportunity to share our love of learning with others takes
place on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30 - 11:00am. For more information or to
volunteer email Jaime Morris at [email protected]. Help others tell their story.
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HOPE House
Adults recovering from behavioral health conditions find the support and resources they need to
pursue their goals and dreams at HOPE House. Located in downtown Port Chester, HOPE House
is open Monday - Saturday and offers a wide range of activities focusing on recovery and wellness.
For over 20 years, congregants have participated in holidays, Mitzvah Day activities, and special
events with HOPE House members and staff. To learn more about HOPE House and how you can
get involved, contact Emily Cohen at [email protected].
Donate to The Annual Fund
“Without flour, there is no Torah.” - Pirke Avot
We welcome donations to support the work of our congregation. Gifts in memory or in honor of a loved one are a fitting tribute to their lives and accomplishments, and a wonderful way to celebrate an achievement. During the year, there are four opportunities to give to the Annual Fund — through additional dues, the High Holy Day Appeal, the Year-End Appeal, and the Annual Spring Benefit. We also have a number of options for planned giving to ensure your legacy and that of the congregation. Donations are tax-deductible and ensure many more years of wonderful programming. If you are interested in giving a gift of any kind, please contact Temple Administrator Abbie Levitt at 914-967-4382 x18.
STEP-UP & GIVE BACK
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MIX & MINGLE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
1:00PM Dorine Lerner, Impressions Neige Ou Noir
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 7:00PM Congregant Israel Art Salon
Gallery Openings
“The artist must penetrate into the world, feel the fate of human beings, of peoples, with real love. There is no art for art’s sake. One must be interested in the entire realm of life.” - Marc Chagall
The walls of our synagogue are graced by art that adds beauty and vitality to our spiritual home. We enjoy the beginning of each exhibit with an gallery opening for our congregants and the community. What stories will our gallery tell this year?
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8 7:00PM Joelle Resnick, Monoprint Collage
FRIDAY, JUNE 7 6:00PM Congregant Art Salon
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Mah Jongg & Canasta
How did a 19th century Chinese parlor game come to be a favorite pastime for Jewish women? From the tenements of New York City to the bungalows of the Catskills and the vast American suburbs, Jewish women have kept Mah Jongg alive enjoying the betting and matching of tiles into Rummy-like patterns. Speaking of Rummy, did you know that Canasta is the only member of the family of Rummy games to achieve the status of a classic?
Come and enjoy both of these classics on Monday nights at Emanu-El. Contact Jane Dubro for game schedule at 914-967-4382 x21 or [email protected]. [Meets on Mondays at 6:45pm.]
Challah Baking
Whether for your Shabbat dinner or a French toast breakfast, challah is delicious no matter how
you cut it. Participants will work alongside one another and take home a delicious challah.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 11:00AM
THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 7:00PM
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 7:00PM
THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 11:00AM
THURSDAY, MAY 2, 11:00AM
L’Chaim
“Ask your parents, they will inform you, Your elders, they will tell you.” - Deuteronomy 32:7
Forging community for our adults over the age of 60… but always young at heart! You don’t have to fit perfectly in the demographic to attend – just have an interest in the topic, the food, the guests, the other congregants – or any combination.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
1:00PM Dorine Lerner, Impressions Neige Ou Noir
MONDAY, OCTOBER 22
12:00PM Reflections Workshop: Session 1
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 12:30PM Sisterhood Holiday Boutique
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28 10:00AM Engaging Aging
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 12:00PM Trip to the Jewish Museum
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18
7:00PM Night at the Movies: Footnote
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 7:00PM Congregant Israel Art Salon
MONDAY, JANUARY 7
12:00PM Reflections Workshop: Session 2
SUNDAY, JANUARY 13
7:00PM Night at the Movies: Norman
FRIDAY, JANUARY 18
6:30PM Night at the Movies: Hotel Everest
MIX & MINGLE
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23
7:00PM Ladies’ Night Out
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8 7:00PM Joelle Resnick: Monoprint Collage
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25
12:00PM The Many Facets of Torah with Rabbi Ross
MONDAY, MARCH 4
12:00PM Reflections Workshop: Session 3
MONDAY, MARCH 11
12:00PM The Many Facets of Torah with Rabbi Ross
FRIDAY, MARCH 15
7:15PM Pre-Purim Cocktails
7:30PM Purim Shabbat Service: Burt Bacharach Meets the Megillah
MONDAY, MARCH 25
12:00PM The Many Facets of Torah with Rabbi Ross
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
7:00PM Annual Spring Benefit
SUNDAY, APRIL 7
10:00AM DOROT Passover Package Delivery
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L’Chaim (Cont.)
MIX & MINGLE
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MONDAY, APRIL 8
12:00PM Israel Today with Rabbi Goldsmith
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
7:00PM Night at the Movies: Hello Goodbye
MONDAY, APRIL 15
12:00PM Israel Today with Rabbi Goldsmith
MONDAY, APRIL 22
12:00PM Israel Today with Rabbi Goldsmith
MONDAY, APRIL 29
12:00PM Israel Today with Rabbi Goldsmith
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
7:30PM Community Yom HaShoah Service at KTI
FRIDAY, MAY 3 6:15PM Film: 400 Miles To Freedom 7:30PM Samuel L. and Jane L. Friedman Lecture on Peace & Understanding with Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen
MONDAY, MAY 6
12:00PM Reflections Workshop: Session 4
FRIDAY, MAY 10
6:30 Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner (Pizza & Projects 5:30 & 7:15)
THURSDAY, MAY 30 TIME TBA Engaging Aging
FRIDAY, JUNE 7
6:00PM Gallery Opening: Congregant Art Salon
MIX & MINGLE
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Westchester Chamber Music Society
Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester proudly hosts the Westchester Chamber Music Society. As
it brings first-rate artists to Westchester. With many longtime subscribers and newer members, they
all enjoy the unique experience of listening to chamber music in a space similar in size to the ones in
which Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven originally performed. For information about subscriptions
and tickets call 914-723-6192. Students attend free. [Concerts are on Sundays at 4:00pm.]
OCTOBER 14 The Ying Quartet
NOVEMBER 11 The Alexander Quartet
DECEMBER 9 The Calidore String Quartet
MARCH 17 The Amerigo Trio
APRIL 14 The American String Quartet
Next Step
This group of men meet to discuss personal issues that they face in retirement. The bonds of
friendship and a deep sense of trust have allowed this group to continue for many years.
[Meets monthly on Sundays at 11:00am.]
JULY 15
AUGUST 12
SEPTEMBER 9
OCTOBER 14
NOVEMBER 11
DECEMBER 16
JANUARY 13
FEBRUARY 10
MARCH 10
APRIL 14
MAY 5
A Night at the Movies Series
This diverse selection of films includes dramatic features, riveting documentaries, and entertaining comedies that explore the Jewish experience - our story on the “big” screen. Films are free and open to the public.
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Hotel Everest with Filmmaker Claudia Sobral FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 6:30PM
Nestled between Jerusalem and Bethlehem stands a small hotel called ‘The Everest’. one of the few places in the region where Palestinian and Israeli “peace climbers” gather to overcome decades of conflict and seemingly insurmountable challenges. This group of brave Palestinians and Israelis is writing a new page in history, one of hope and possibility. Director: Claudia Sobral, NR.
Norman SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 7:00PM
Norman Oppenheimer is a small time operator who befriends a young politician at a low point in his life. Three years later, when the politician becomes an influential world leader, Norman's life dramatically changes for better and worse. Director: Joseph Cedar, PG13.
Footnote SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 7:00PM
Talmud scholar Eliezer Shkolnik has worked in obscurity at Jerusalem’s Hebrew University while his son Uriel, also an academic, has published many books and received numerous accolades. Eliezer looks down on his son’s achievements and pursuit of fame, but their rivalry comes to a head when Eliezer receives word that he is the recipient of the prestigious Israeli Prize. Director: Joseph Cedar, PG, subtitles.
Hello Goodbye SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 7:00PM
When they move to Israel to explore their Jewish heritage and revive their flagging marriage, fifty something French emigres Alain and Gisele Gaash arrive in Tel Aviv to find their luggage lost, their apartment gone and Alain's new job taken. Director: Graham Guit, NR, subtitles.
400 Miles To Freedom with Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen FRIDAY, MAY 3, 6:15PM
Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen documents his perilous journey from Ethiopia to Israel during Operation Moses in 1984 when the Israeli government secretly moved 8,000 Ethiopian Jews to Israel under a veil of complete secrecy. The film will be followed by the Lecture on Peace & Understanding with Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen. Director: Avishai Mekonen, NR.
Other Community Events
Whether a High Holy Day celebration, an opportunity for young professionals to meet with the rabbi or the Annual Meeting, there are wonderful reasons to come together throughout the year.
Rosh Hashanah Reception Monday, September 10, 12:00PM
Our annual Rosh Hashanah Reception will now take place immediately after our Rosh Hashanah
morning service. Spend time schmoozing with delicious desserts and apples and honey. We
welcome the New Year with a little nosh!
Sukkot Open House at the Goldsmiths’ Sunday, September 30, 4:00PM Each year Rabbis Howard and Jennifer Goldsmith and their children, Lev and Talia, welcome the
congregation to their backyard sukkah to celebrate Sukkot, the festival the rabbis called
“z’man simchateinu” the time of our rejoicing. We’ll shake the lulav, eat some treats and rejoice
in grand style.
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Communal Selichot Service at JCCH Saturday, September 1, 8:00PM
Bonfire! S’mores! Friends! Music! Sound like a block party? A great way to start off the High Holy
Days: rooted in ancient ritual, the joy of community, the sweetness of a new year, and space to
consider the ways we will make ourselves and our communities better in 5779. Selichot will be
engaging and meaningful for congregants of all ages so bring your children and your parents to this
special evening. The strains of well-known High Holy Day melodies, the glow of a fire, and the
first shofar blast of the year: the perfect way to kick off the High Holy Day season.
Sukkah Build Saturday, September 22, 9:00AM
“You shall dwell in Sukkot seven days, every citizen in Israel shall dwell in Sukkot.” -
Leviticus, 23:42. Help us fulfill this commandment - with power tools! Come help build the
congregational sukkah so that we can celebrate the joyous festival of Sukkot here at Emanu-El.
If you’ve got power drills and step ladders please bring them, but no tools are required.
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Sisterhood Boutique Tuesday, October 23, 12:30 - 7:00PM Find the perfect handmade gifts for your friends and family while enjoying the company
of Emanu-El friends. A portion of this year’s proceeds will benefit Blythedale Children’s Hospital.
Current and Former Board Member Dinner Friday, March 15, 6:00PM Each year current and former board members join together to reconnect, get updates on board business, and celebrate the congregation.
Other Community Events (Cont.)
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Drinks with the Rabbis in NYC Thursday, November 8, 6:30PM
With so many children of the congregation living and working in New York City, this is the perfect opportunity for them to spend time with Rabbi Goldsmith and Rabbi Ross in a more informal setting. It will also give them the chance to reconnect with friends from their religious school days.
Ladies’ Night Out Wednesday, January 23, 7:00PM What could be better than spending an evening out playing bingo with friends while winning some bling? Come to the temple for an evening of bingo fun, food, jewelry and other prizes.
Annual Spring Benefit To Be Announced
We’ll celebrate our congregation and toast this year’s Emanu-El Prize recipients. After the success of this past year’s benefit celebrating Susan Amkraut and Hope & John Furth with great food, drinks, and good music, we know that this coming year will be another great evening. This is the perfect way to support the congregation’s Annual Fund while having a fun evening… not to be missed! Watch Emanumail and the bulletin for more information.
See Also Women’s Study Group pg. 20
Single Malt Torah pg. 21 Young Families Committee pg. 27
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Other Community Events (Cont.)
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Jared Dubro Legacy Fund Game Night Fundraiser Monday, May 6, 7:00PM Play Mah Jongg, Canasta, or another game to support the Jared Dubro Legacy Fund of Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. Jared’s family established this fund to support chesed (kindness) programs, initiatives, and experiences that will bring the light of Jared's spirit into our world.
Annual Meeting Friday, June 7, 6:30PM
At the annual meeting, we welcome new board members, bid departing board members a fond
farewell and receive updates about the state of the congregation from Rabbi Goldsmith and
Darren Fogel, the president of the congregation. A delicious spread of food and wine accompany
the meeting as well as the opening of the annual Congregant Art Salon.
Shabbat Morning Services & Torah Study
“The study of Torah is equal to all other good deeds because it leads to good deeds.” - The Morning Service
We begin Shabbat morning with a brief service before engaging in nearly an hour of lively
discussion of the week’s Torah portion - the sacred texts that lie at the foundation of the Jewish
story. Framing our study in prayer elevates our learning, making it holy. [Sessions run Saturdays
from 9:00 - 10:15am.]
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
6:30PM Supper in the Sukkah
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
6:30PM Chanukah Dinner
FRIDAY, FEB. 1 - SATURDAY, FEB. 2
5:30PM Women’s Study Group Retreat
THURSDAY, APRIL 11
6:30PM Women’s Study Group Seder
Women’s Study Group
“Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron’s sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women went
out after her in dance with timbrels.” - Exodus 15:20
The women of our congregation add to Miriam’s spirit of joy and a deep commitment to Torah
learning, creating an important space for learning, community, and prayer.
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SEPTEMBER 22 Ha'azinu
SEPTEMBER 29 Sukkot
OCTOBER 27 Vayera
NOVEMBER 10 Toldot
DECEMBER 1 Vayeshev
JANUARY 5 Vaera
JANUARY 26 Yitro
FEBRUARY 9 Terumah
MARCH 2 Vayakhel
MARCH 23 Tzav
APRIL 13 HaGadol
MAY 4 Achrei Mot
MAY 18 Emor
JUNE 8 Bamidbar
Single Malt Torah
“When people learn together God’s presence dwells
among them.” - The Talmud
The men of the congregation join together for fine
scotch and Torah learning with Rabbi Goldsmith.
[Meets Thursdays at 8:00pm.]
OCTOBER 18
DECEMBER 13
JANUARY 24
MARCH 7
MAY 9
JUNE 6
BOOK CLUB:
SEPTEMBER 13
OCTOBER 11
NOVEMBER 15
DECEMBER 20
JANUARY 17
SEEK & DISCOVER
Temple Book Club and Books & Bites
We are the people of the book because we love the
written word, the stories it tells, and all that we can
learn. [Temple Book Club meets Thursdays at 10:15am
unless otherwise noted. Books & Bites meets at 6:30pm
on the dates listed.]
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Engaging Aging
“… Man’s potential for change and growth is much
greater than we are willing to admit, and that old age
be regarded not as the age of stagnation but as the
age of opportunities for inner growth.”
- Abraham Joshua Heschel
Just as the synagogue is a place where young children set down roots in the fertile soil of our tradition, it is also a place where adults - no matter their age - can reflect on how to live a meaningful life.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28
10:00AM
THURSDAY, MAY 30
TIME TBA
BOOKS & BITES:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28
TUESDAY, JANUARY 22
SEEK & DISCOVER
APRIL 8
APRIL 15
APRIL 22
APRIL 29
Adult Education with Rabbi Goldsmith:
Israel Today
Israel Today - Over these four sessions we will delve into
some of the most complex issues facing Israel today. From
settlements to income inequality, from religious pluralism
to security challenges. Together we'll examine root causes,
current state of play, and possible ways forward. We'll
discover the complexity not only in Israel but in the
opinions and perspectives of our fellow congregants.
[Meets Mondays at 12:00pm, light lunch provided.]
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FEBRUARY 25
MARCH 11
MARCH 25
Adult Education with Rabbi Ross:
The Many Facets of Torah
Our morning liturgy reminds us, “eilu d’varim, these are the
things,” the many obligations that we have as Jewish
people. “V’talmud Torah k’neged kulam - But the study of
Torah is equal to them all.” From the history of Reform
Judaism, to the poetry of prayer, to Israel today, join
Rabbi Ross to explore the many facets of Torah.
[Meets Mondays at 12:00pm, light lunch provided.]
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1
7:30PM
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10
9:30AM
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
10:30AM
Different Views Conversations
At each of these sessions, will seek to explore a variety of
viewpoints on the nature of free speech. What limits, if any,
ought to be placed on speech in various contexts? Rather
than a debate society, this is a chance to articulate and
understand the different positions held by fellow
congregants of good will.
SEEK & DISCOVER
Chai Mitzvah A new curriculum for the parents of 6th graders to help
them deepen their own Jewish commitment and
understanding in the year leading to their children’s
b’nei mitzvah. This year: lies and truth in Jewish tradition.
When does Jewish law demand complete honesty and
when does it allow us to bend the truth? With budding
adolescents at home, this question becomes even more
important. This also provides a great opportunity to get
to know Rabbi Goldsmith, the rest of the clergy, and
other parents in your child’s grade. [Meets Sundays at
9:45am during Religious School.]
SEPTEMBER 30
NOVEMBER 11
DECEMBER 2
JANUARY 27
MARCH 3
MARCH 24
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Political Staffer Meetings
Meet with the staffers from the offices of our elected
officials to learn about current issues and give your input
on policies and questions facing our government. Guests
to be announced. [Meets Mondays at 9:30am.]
OCTOBER 15
JANUARY 28
MAY 6
FEATURED SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS
“Blessed are You, Adonai, Our God, whose Presence fills creation, who has given great knowledge to those who are in awe of God.” - The prayer traditionally recited when in the presence of a great scholar. We have the opportunity to learn from several such scholars throughout the year.
Sukkot Open House at the Goldsmiths’ Sukkot Open House with the Goldsmiths’ - Sukkot is the one of
their favorite holidays. After the seriousness of the High Holy Days,
it is great to spend time outside eating and drinking with friends and
family. Howard, Jennifer, Lev and Talia look forward to you joining
them in their backyard sukkah at their home in New Rochelle.
Sunday, September 30
4:00PM
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Shabbat Installation of Rabbi Ross with
Special Musical Guest Michelle Citrin We welcome Rabbi Ross as a leader of our congregation at this
service of installation. A special musical guest and our temple band
will create a festive atmosphere. And all of us will be able to offer
Rabbi Ross our most sincere blessings of welcome.
Political Staffer Meeting with
County Executive George Latimer Come meet with County Executive George Latimer. Help him learn about our congregation and hear about his priorities for Westchester.
Friday, October 26
6:30PM Dinner/7:30PM Service
Monday, October 15
9:30AM
I’m A Cultural Jew: Food Blintzes or hummus, gefilte fish or babaganoosh. “Jewish food” comes in an endless variety and evokes an endless number of memories. Back by popular demand, this year’s I’m A Cultural Jew: Food Shabbat experience will delight our taste buds, stimulate our minds and connect us to one another. Music and food, community and joy - for anyone who has ever said, “I’m not that religious, I’m more of a cultural Jew” - this Shabbat experience is for you!
Friday, October 12
7:30PM
FEATURED SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS
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Young Families: Joanie Leeds
& The Nightlights Concert
This musical extravaganza for families will get you and your kids dancing through the morning. Joanie was awarded best CD of the year by People Magazine, Parents Magazine, and The Washington Post.
Sunday, November 18
10:45AM
Cantor Earl Rogers Tribute Sabbath:
A Musical Celebration of Chanukah & Israel
Revel in international songs and stories inspired by the Festival of Lights; from Klezmer and Ladino to Opera and Jazz. A joyous celebration of Chanukah and Israel, hosted by MusicTalks’ Elad Kabilio and the five piece acclaimed all-Israeli ensemble, 12th Night Klezmer.
Friday, November 30
7:30PM
Sacred Stories Shabbat with Hannah Deutch:
Honoring Our Veterans
Much of the Bible, like much of human life, is filled with conflict. And much of the conflict depicted in the Bible is military conflict. The need to defend a state, the need to stand up for certain values, and the need to ensure security and national interests stretches back to biblical times and beyond.
We strive for the prophetic vision of a peaceful time when each person can “dwell under vine and fig tree and none shall be afraid”. And as we work toward that time, we honor the service of those who defended our liberty and our values.
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, we will honor the veterans in our congregation at this special Shabbat service. We will also hear the incredible story of Hannah Deutch, who fled Germany on the Kindertransport, and after being interned on the Isle of Man, became a registered nurse and joined the British Army.
Friday, November 9
7:30PM
FEATURED SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS
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Sacred Stories Shabbat: Social Justice Shabbat
featuring the Isaac Memorial Lecture
with Filmmaker Claudia Sobral
Guest Filmmaker Claudia Sobral will screen her documentary Hotel Everest at this special Shabbat service. Nestled between Jerusalem and Bethlehem stands a small hotel called “The Everest”. It is one of the few places in the region where Palestinian and Israeli “peace climbers” gather in an attempt to overcome decades of conflict and seemingly insurmountable challenges. These individuals have committed themselves to seeing the “others” as human beings rather than demonized enemies. This group of brave Palestinians and Israelis is writing a new page in history, one of hope and possibility.
Friday, January 18
6:30PM Film Viewing
7:30PM Service
The Samuel L. and Jane L. Friedman Lecture
on Peace & Understanding
with Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen Filmmaker Avishai Mekonen will join us for a screening of his film 400 Miles to Freedom, a film that documents his perilous journey from Ethiopia to Israel during Operation Moses in 1984. At the time, the Israeli government secretly moved 8,000 Ethiopian Jews to Israel under a veil of complete secrecy. Avishai will also speak about his current project, “Heroes,” a film that tells the story of Ethiopian Jewish heroes who risked their lives to help lead their community to the Israel.
Friday, May 3
6:15PM Film Viewing
7:30PM Service
Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner
With fun mitzvah projects, a delicious dinner, a wonderful intergenerational community, and a brief, lively service this will be a wonderful and meaningful evening. Projects will benefit many local and Israel-based organizations.
Remember, with a little bit of time (and fueled by delicious pizza), you can make a real difference!
Friday, May 10
5:30PM Pizza & Social Action
Projects
6:30PM Shabbat Service
7:15PM Pizza, Dessert & More
Social Action Projects
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH
“Torah tastes as sweet as honey to me.” - Ezekiel 3:3
Our holiday-based program meets several times a year as our little ones begin to learn the sweetness of Jewish education and the stories that join us together. Free and open to the community. [Pre-K and Kindergarten and classes meet on Sundays at 9:30am.]
SEPTEMBER 30
Sukkot
NOVEMBER 18
Shabbat
DECEMBER 9
Chanukah
JANUARY 13
Tu BiSh'vat
MARCH 17
Purim
APRIL 7
Passover
Pre-K & Kindergarten Drop-Off Program
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“From generation to generation…” - From the morning liturgy
We are committed to helping young families begin their Jewish Journeys. Bring your children, nieces, nephews, grandchildren… any little one who is special in your life. All Young Families Committee events are free and open to the community and are appropriate for ages 6 months through 2nd grade. Start the story of the next generation.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
3:30PM Rosh Hashanah Celebration
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18
10:45AM Joanie Leeds & The Nightlights Concert
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
10:30AM Chanukah Celebration
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
10:45AM Purim Celebration
SUNDAY, APRIL 7
10:45AM Passover Celebration
Young Families Committee Events
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH
Family Shabbat Services
We each have memories of synagogue from our childhood. These services create those memories for the next generation. What stories will your children and grandchildren tell of their early days at temple? Familiar melodies and prayers, as well as special features, holiday celebrations and surprises make worship fun and meaningful.
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SEPTEMBER 28 7:00 Family Service: Simchat Torah & Consecration (6:00 Shabbat BBQ Dinner)
OCTOBER 26
7:30 Family Service: Installation for Rabbi Ross with Musical Guest Michelle Citrin (6:30 Shabbat Dinner)
DECEMBER 7 7:30 Family Service: Chanukah (6:30 Shabbat Dinner)
JANUARY 11
7:30 Family Service: Exploring Our Prayers
FEBRUARY 8
7:30 Family Service: Honoring Hineini Students & Parents
MAY 10
6:30 Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner (Pizza & Projects 5:30 & 7:15)
MAY 17 7:30 Family Service: Youth Group Shabbat & Yom Ha'atzmaut
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH
Special Religious School & Hebrew School Events
“The more Torah the more life.” - Hillel
In our religious school, we pass our traditions, stories, and values to the next generation. Please note these special dates and events. [Religious School meets on Sundays from 9:30 - 11:45AM. Hebrew School meets on Tuesdays from 3:50 - 5:45pm.]
Family Education Events
Family Education events give parents and children a chance to learn from our clergy, teachers, and one another as they deepen their commitment to Jewish tradition. Studying together is the most powerful message we can send our children about the priority of Jewish learning and identity.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
9:30AM Religious School Opening Day & Family Learning
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
9:30AM Religious School: Family Learning (Chanukah)
FRIDAY, MARCH 1 THRU SATURDAY, MARCH 2
6:30PM Religious School: 6th Grade Retreat
SUNDAY, APRIL 7
9:30AM Religious School: 6th Grade Artifact Museum
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
9:30AM Religious School: Family Learning (Passover)
SUNDAY, MAY 19
9:30AM Religious School: Family Learning (Closing), School’s Out Celebration
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Religious Festival Celebrations
We celebrate many of the year’s Holy Days and Festivals as part of our Religious School program. With lessons, prayer, music, stories, crafts and (always) food, we practice ancient customs in relevant and engaging ways for our students.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
9:30AM Sukkah Mania
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
9:30AM Maccabiah Games
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
11:00AM Purim Shpiel 11:30AM Purim Celebration
SUNDAY, MAY 19
11:00AM School's Out Celebration
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH
Special Religious School & Hebrew School Events (Cont.)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
3:50PM Hebrew School Opening Day
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
9:30AM Religious School Opening Day & Family Learning SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21
11:15AM Drop-in with the Rabbi: Grades 4 & 5 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
9:30AM Religious School: Family Learning (Chanukah) 11:15AM Drop-in with the Rabbi: Grades 1, 2 & 3 SUNDAY, JANUARY 27
11:15AM Drop-in with the Rabbi: Grades 4 & 5
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10
11:15AM Drop-in with the Rabbi: Grades 1, 2 & 3
Opening and final sessions, our book fair, school trips, drop-ins with the Rabbi, and our end of year celebration. Enter these important dates in your calendar.
Important School Dates to Remember
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
11:15AM Drop-in with the Rabbi: Grades 4 & 5
SUNDAY, APRIL 7 9:45AM Sample Our Sunday School 10:00AM DOROT Passover Package Delivery
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
9:30AM Book Fair
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
9:30AM Religious School: Family Learning (Passover)
FRIDAY, MAY 10
6:30PM Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner (Pizza & Projects 5:30 & 7:15)
TUESDAY, MAY 14
3:50PM Last Session Hebrew School
SUNDAY, MAY 19
9:30AM Last Session Religious School & School’s Out Celebration
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No Hebrew School
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25
TUESDAY, JANUARY 1
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
TUESDAY, APRIL 23
No Religious School
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30
SUNDAY, JANUARY 20
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
SUNDAY, APRIL 28
SUNDAY, MAY 12
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH
“We will do and we will understand.” - Exodus 24
Our 7th grade Hineini ACT NOW students go out into our community and put the Jewish values they have learned into action making our world a better place and writing the next chapter of our Jewish story. This service-learning model has transformed Sunday mornings for our students and their families. [Classes typically meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30am at the synagogue except where noted in the schedules distributed by Jane Dubro. Parents will be reminded of alternative times and locations.]
SEPTEMBER 16 Opening Day: Rye Park
Clean-Up
SEPTEMBER 23 Pleasantville Cottage School
SEPTEMBER 30 Interfaith Assembly at
Emanu-El
OCTOBER 7 Midnight Run
OCTOBER 14 Lower East Side Trip
Preparation at Emanu-El
OCTOBER 21 Breast Cancer Walk
OCTOBER 28 Lower East Side Trip
NOVEMBER 4 Kristallnact Walk
Preparation at Emanu-El
NOVEMBER 11 Kristallnact Walk
NOVEMBER 18 Tikkun Olam at Emanu-El
NOVEMBER 25 No Class
DECEMBER 2 Feeding Westchester
DECEMBER 9 Maccabea Games
at Emanu-El
DECEMBER 16 TikkuMiddot/Upstander/
For Goodness Sake at
Emanu-El
DECEMBER 23 No Class
DECEMBER 30 No Class
JANUARY 6 Willow Towers Nursing Home
JANUARY 13 Friendship Circle
JANUARY 21 MLK at Afya with JTeen
JANUARY 27 Human Rights Game
at Emanu-El
FEBRUARY 3 Jewish Disabilities Month Film:
Praying with Lior at Emanu-El
FEBRUARY 8 Shabbat Family Service
Honoring Hineini Students
& Parents
FEBRUARY 10 Kids’ Kloset
FEBRUARY 17 No Class
FEBRUARY 24 No Class
MARCH 3 Tzedakah at Emanu-El
MARCH 10 Pleasantville Cottage School
MARCH 17 Purim Celebration at Emanu-El
MARCH 24 Holocaust Speaker Preparation
at Emanu-El
MARCH 31 Dr. Moshe Avital at Emanu-El
APRIL 7 DOROT Passover Package
Delivery
APRIL 8 Seder with German School at
Emanu-El
APRIL 14 Pleasantville Cottage School
APRIL 21 No Class
APRIL 28 No Class
MAY 5 Brunch Run
MAY 12 No Class
MAY 19 Family Learning, School's Out
Celebration
Hineini ACT NOW
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“The more study the more wisdom.” - Hillel
Our 8th and 9th graders continue their Jewish Journeys by exploring how being Jewish informs their everyday lives. [Meets Mondays at 7:15pm unless otherwise noted.]
Academy
SEPTEMBER 24 Academy in the
Goldsmiths’ Sukkah
OCTOBER 1 Academy
OCTOBER 8 No Class
OCTOBER 15 Academy & Pizza Dinner
(7:00PM)
OCTOBER 22 Academy
OCTOBER 29 Academy
NOVEMBER 5 Academy & Pizza Dinner
(7:00PM)
NOVEMBER 12 No Class
NOVEMBER 19 Academy
NOVEMBER 26 No Class
DECEMBER 3 Academy & Pizza Dinner
(7:00PM)
DECEMBER 10 Academy
DECEMBER 17 - 31 No Class
JANUARY 7 Academy & Pizza Dinner
(7:00PM)
JANUARY 14 Academy
JANUARY 21 No Class
FEBRUARY 4 Academy & Pizza Dinner
(7:00PM)
FEBRUARY 11 Academy
FEBRAURY 18 No Class
FEBRUARY 25 Academy
MARCH 11 Academy & Pizza Dinner
(7:00PM)
MARCH 18 Academy
MARCH 25 Academy
APRIL 1 - MAY 6 No Class
MAY 13 Academy
MAY 20 Academy
Trip to Washington, DC
DEPART: FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 RETURN: MONDAY, JANUARY 28
Every year at the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism’s L’Taken Social Justice Seminar
nearly 2,000 high school-aged students are exposed to a variety of public policy issues as they
explore the Jewish values surrounding these issues, learn effective advocacy skills and then present
their positions on Capital Hill. We also celebrate Shabbat with teens from across the country and see
the sites of Washington, DC. This is a truly transformative experience for our 9th graders.
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“The world stands on three things, on Torah, on worship and on acts of loving kindness.” - Pirket Avot
Our 10th graders spend a year studying with Rabbi Goldsmith exploring many facets of Jewish identity, theology and meaning. The teens finish the year knowing where they fit in the story of the Jewish people. [Classes meet on Monday nights at 7:15pm unless noted.]
SEPTEMBER 24 Confirmation in the
Goldsmiths’ Sukkah
OCTOBER 1 Confirmation
OCTOBER 8 No Class
OCTOBER 15 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
OCTOBER 22 Confirmation
OCTOBER 29 Confirmation
NOVEMBER 5 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
NOVEMBER 12 –26 No Class
DECEMBER 3 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
DECEMBER 10 Confirmation
DECEMBER 17 - 31 No Class
JANUARY 7 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
JANUARY 14 Confirmation
JANUARY 21 No Class
JANUARY 28 Confirmation
FEBRUARY 4 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
Confirmation
FEBRUARY 11 Confirmation
FEBRUARY 18 No Class
FEBRUARY 25 Confirmation
MARCH 4 Confirmation
MARCH 11 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
MARCH 18 Confirmation
MARCH 25 Confirmation
APRIL 15 Confirmation
& Pizza Dinner (7:00PM)
APRIL 22 No Class
APRIL 29 No Class
MAY 6 Confirmation
MAY 13 Confirmation
MAY 20 Confirmation
MAY 28 Confirmation Rehearsal
(Tuesday, 7:15PM)
MAY 31 Confirmation & Shavuot
Shabbat Service
(Friday, 7:30PM)
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Youth Group
“And the youth shall see visions.” - Joel 2:28
With a strong emphasis on social action, our Youth Group builds community while making our
community a better place. And they do it all while having fun! We have planned another busy year
that will help to build a meaningful connection between our teens, our congregation, and the
broader community. Watch Emanumail and the bulletin for more information on these events.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 6:00PM
Midnight Run
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 9:30AM
Breast Cancer Walk
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 10:00AM
Feeding Westchester
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14 7:30PM
Sacred Stories Shabbat: Pride Shabbat
SUNDAY, JANUARY 6
Food Drive Begins
MONDAY, JANUARY 21 10:00AM
MLK Afya with J-Teen
MONDAY, JANUARY 28 7:00PM
Kids’ Kloset
SUNDAY, MARCH 3 10:30AM
Cook for Hope Community Services
MONDAY, MARCH 4 TBD
Hope Community Services
SUNDAY, MARCH 17 11:30AM
Purim Celebration
SUNDAY, APRIL 7 10:00AM
DOROT Passover Package Delivery
MONDAY, APRIL 8 7:00PM
Seder with German School at Emanu-El
SUNDAY, APRIL 14 10:15AM
Pleasantville Cottage School
SUNDAY, MAY 5 7:30AM
Brunch Run
FRIDAY, MAY 10 5:30PM
Mitzvah Shabbat & Pizza Truck Dinner
FRIDAY, MAY 17 7:30PM
Family Service: Youth Group Shabbat & Yom Ha'atzmaut
SUNDAY, MAY 19 11:00AM
School’s Out Celebration
As our 11th and 12th grade students start to think about their futures, we want to give them the tools to live Jewish lives beyond the walls of our religious school. As peer leaders, they will work to plan and implement Youth Group social action events and, through peer-to-peer engagement, will create welcoming and engaging opportunities for 8th - 12th grade students to connect with our congregation and the broader Westchester community. In addition to taking on these leadership roles, all of our 11th and 12th grade students will also have the opportunity, approximately once a month, to engage in meaningful learning in partnership with local Hillel and organizational leaders. Through these interactions, we hope to deepen their understanding of critical issues facing the Jewish people today, such as Israel and BDS, Jewish pluralism, and anti-Semitism. [Meets Mondays at 7:15pm.]
Leadership Fellowship for 11th & 12th Grades
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OCTOBER 15
NOVEMBER 5
DECEMBER 3
JANUARY 7
FEBRUARY 4
MARCH 11
APRIL 15
Civil Rights Trip to Atlanta, GA. and Montgomery/Selma, AL.
DEPART: THURSDAY, APRIL 25 RETURN: SUNDAY, APRIL 28
Our 11th and 12th grade students, along with teens from Larchmont Temple and Community Synagogue of Rye, will experience the struggle for civil rights and Jewish involvement that took place in the 1960’s.
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Family Trip to Israel
DEPART: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15 RETURN: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24
There is nothing like a trip to Israel to connect a family to our heritage, to our congregation, and to one another. Experience our people’s ancient homeland on this special tour led by our own Rabbi Howard Goldsmith and the extraordinary Israeli guide Muki Jankelowitz. We will not only tour the most interesting and important sites, we'll also discover why each site and experience matters for us as Jews from Westchester. Especially at this time, Israel needs visits from Jews around the
world. Several families and couples have already registered for the trip but there are still spaces left. Bring your kids, bring your grandkids, come just the two of you or come on your own. However you do it, come “Stand with Israel” and experience a trip that will change your life. Contact Rabbi Goldsmith at 914-967-4382 x13 or [email protected] for more information including itinerary and pricing.
Uncover the Legacy of the Sephardic Jews in Spain
DEPART: MONDAY, MARCH 18 RETURN: TUESDAY, MARCH 26
Our private 9-day cultural tour will take you to Madrid and the historical towns of Toledo, Segovia, Seville, Cordoba, and Granada, with an optional extension to Barcelona, Girona and Besalu. Experience the enduring Jewish heritage and witness the contributions that Jews are making to Spain. Contact Jane Dubro at [email protected] or 914-967-4382 x21 for more information including itinerary and pricing.
AND SO MUCH MORE...
Emanumail
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Get Involved
We welcome your involvement in the congregation. Beyond all the wonderful programs, we have a number of committees that would welcome your participation, input, and support. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Temple Administrator Abbie Levitt at 914-967-4382 x18.
Watch our weekly Emanumail and monthly bulletins for new programs that we add throughout
the year!
Donate to the Annual Fund
“Without flour, there is no Torah.” - Pirke Avot
We welcome donations to support the work of our congregation. Gifts in memory or in honor of a loved one are a fitting tribute to their lives and accomplishments, and a wonderful way to celebrate an achievement. During the year, there are four opportunities to give to the Annual Fund — through additional dues, the High Holy Day Appeal, the Year-End Appeal, and the Annual Spring Benefit. We also have a number of options for planned giving to ensure your legacy and that of the congregation. Donations are tax-deductible and ensure many more years of wonderful programming. If you are interested in giving a gift of any kind, please contact Temple Administrator Abbie Levitt at 914-967-4382 x18.
