Sept/Oct 2013 Issue - Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El

Sept-Oct 2013 | Tishrei-Cheshvan-Kislev 5774
THE CENTER OF OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY
Home Sweet
If you build it, They will come!
Join us Sunday, September 15th at 10:00 am
So together we can build Broward County’s largest Sukkah!
Juice and muffins served
Join KAFTY, Brotherhood, and all of our Temple family in the mitzvah of building and
decorating our Sukkah. We promise fun, friendship and lots of cool drinks
Party in the Sukkah!
Join us for our annual Pizza in The Hut - Sukkot Celebration
Wednesday, September 18th, 6:00 pm
A short and informal service complete with the traditional
‘lulav shake’ will be followed by complimentary pizza and
milkshakes.
RSVP’s required to [email protected] by September 13th
Fun for the whole Family!
Celebrate Shabbat & Sukkot Under the Stars.
Friday, September 20th, 7:30 pm
Sukkot Under the Stars
Blintzes & Ice cream sundae Oneg to follow!
Simchat Torah celebration and Consecration service
Friday, September 27th
5:30 pm Yizkor Service
6:00 pm Watch as kindergarten students of our temple
family receive their very first Torah. Join the Torah
processional around our sanctuary. Be in awe as we unroll
the entire Torah for each of us to hold and gaze upon.
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REFLECTIONS
“The lives we live and the world we live
in change at light speed, as does the need
for a place of holiness amid this chaos.”
Rabbi Howard Needleman
NEW BEGINNINGS
RABBI’S
Standing Together on the Sandy Shores of the Sea
M
y rabbinical journey, like our
Reform Movement, has been
one of changing perspectives to meet
the demands of space and time. We
speak of Reform Judaism and not
Reform-ed Judaism, because the
process of transformation is never
ending. We strive to adapt to the
changing environment of the twentyfirst century and re-imagine ourselves
to create a modern Jewish spiritual
community. These reformative
changes have coincided with the
changing face of our synagogue
homes. The lives we live and the world
we live in change at light speed, as
does the need for a place of holiness
amid this chaos. The cycle of news and
information that direct our lives come
to us endlessly and instantaneously
as our world unfolds. We are forced
to constantly assimilate and respond
to this onslaught of facts and myths
and find our place and direction in
this world as human beings and as a
religious community.
This year marks a new beginning for
both of us. With each new day and
each celebration of a sacred moment
in time, we are creating a new future
together. Having already shared my
vision for Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El on
the first morning of Rosh Hashanah, I
want to emphasize yet another aspect
of thinking of our community as a
sacred tent. One of the many blessings
of a tent is that it is transportable. We
can carry our dwelling place with us
to where we are in time and space.
It moves as we move. Like the tents
of our religious faith we will strive to
be a place of welcoming, a place
of holiness, and a place of beauty.
When the needs of our world ask us
to look inward, we will find beauty,
and hospitality, and holiness here in
our home away from home, TKAE.
When the cycles of our lives or our
Jewish year ask us to find strength and
community, we will again find beauty,
hospitality, and holiness, all of these
things and more, in each other, in our
religious traditions, and in God.
A poem was written about a man deep
in his slumber and that he had a very
real, yet surreal dream. He dreamt that
he was walking along the beach with
God. As he looked up at the sky, he
saw all the scenes of his life flash by
along with two sets of footprints: one
set for himself, and another for God.
After all the scenes had flashed before
him, he looked back at those footprints
and noticed something quite disturbing;
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at the most difficult times in his life,
there was only one set of footprints.
This deeply troubled the man, so he
turned and said to God: “You said
that if I followed you, then you would
always walk with me through thick and
thin. In looking back, I see that during
the most painful times there is only one
set of footprints. Why did you leave
me when I needed you the most?”
God responded, “I love you and would
never leave. It was during those times
when you suffered the most that I
carried you.”
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El will also
be with you as you travel through
life. At times TKAE and your religious
community will carry you, at times you
will be hand in hand, and at times you
may help to carry others. Just know
that no matter where you are in the
world, your community, your tents from
TKAE, are with you.
This is our sacred mission and what
it means to be a part of this sacred
community as a place of beauty,
warmth, and holiness.
L’shalom - In Peace,
Rabbi Howard Needleman
Growth, Renewal & New Beginnings
W
ith a couple of hours to fill on a recent transatlantic
flight I took the time to watch an amusing yet
insightful film entitled 'Boredom'. Apparently, with the
advent of the smartphone, wifi, and our ever sense of
connectivity, boredom has been relegated to the annals
of history. No longer, do we have to wait aimlessly in line
at the grocery store, or study the ingredients of a bottle of
ketchup while luncheoning alone. Indeed, even on a 90
minute ferry to Cape Cod from Boston, I watched in envy
as passengers passed the time on their phones as mine
sat aimlessly battery drained during our 3 hour flight.
Growing up in an orthodox Jewish home, I'm starting
to realize the advantages of celebrating a traditional
Shabbat experience. No electricity, no global inter
connectivity, and truly 25 hours of rest from the unending
babble of thoughts, pressures, and time constraints that
characterize many of our lives.
Finding time to slow down affords us the opportunity to
check in with ourselves and experience rather than run
on auto pilot. We may become more aware of why we're
not feeling quite right, or the reasons why something is
bothering us. Some of us run, go to the gym, or take a
yoga class. Attending a religious service, participating in
prayer and meditation is another way to slow down.
Indeed, the root of the Hebrew verb 'to pray'' is reflexive.
In Judaism, the primary role of prayer
is to afford us this chance to think and reflect.
This year we will be focusing on Shabbat as an
opportunity for us to escape the pressures of everyday
life. Together, we will experience the beauty of our
tradition through the melding of ancient and modern
music coupled with inspirational and meaningful study,
discussion, and divrei Torah.
Join us on this journey of self discovery, reflection, and
joyful spirituality.
Welcome to Shabbat at Kol Ami Emanu-El.
Cantor Mark Goldman
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“Finding time to slow down affords us the
opportunity to check in with ourselves and
experience rather than run on auto pilot.”
Cantor Mark Goldman
A Hope for the Future
In
my family, we have a yearly
tradition. As my children sit
down to dinner after the first week
of school we ask, “So, you’ve been
in school one week, do you know
what you want to be when you grow
up?” For years I’ve been getting
answers that range from astronaut
to rock star, but this year’s answer
threw me for a loop. “What do you
want us to be?” asked my precocious
daughter. I thought about it, and
after a year of threatening all of the
things they couldn’t be if they didn’t
do their homework, or study, or care,
I answered, “I just want you two to be
mensches.”
CHERYL JACOBS
Associate Rabbi
“The commandment to
raise good, mensch-like
children is interwoven
throughout the Torah
and the Talmud.”
Rabbi Cheryl Jacobs
The notion of wanting your child
to be a mensch (good person) is
nothing new. The commandment to
raise good, mensch-like children is
interwoven throughout the Torah and
the Talmud. However, mixed with the
stresses of 21st century life, it’s easy
to lose sight of the desires we have
for our children that surpass diplomas
and graduate degrees.
To that same end, I am proud that
we will be expanding our Social
Action initiatives to include our
TKAE children this year. Last year
showed a large influx of participation
in and commitment to Tikkun Olam
(Repairing the World) and Gemilut
Hasadim (Deeds of Loving Kindness)
in our congregation, but it is time
to expand our programming to the
youngest among us as you’re never
too young to care for someone else.
Our Early Childhood PTO has added
many new projects to their mitzvah
initiative this year. Knowing that
you’re never to young to volunteer,
students and their families will
have opportunities to collect school
supplies for disadvantaged children,
participate in food drives, create cards
for deployed soldiers and so much
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more. In addition, the Early Childhood
Judaic Curriculum will be comprised
mainly of Jewish holidays and values,
allowing our young mensches to
integrate the doing of good deeds into
their daily lives.
We are particularly excited about
the new social action programming
being implemented into our Religious
School. In addition to monthly
collections and programs during
our Sunday religious school, once
a month our 8-12th grade students
will be able to participate in a direct
service project. On Tuesday evenings,
our children will prepare sandwiches
and toiletry bags for the homeless,
put together Thanksgiving baskets
for needy families, cook dinner for
suffering children and families at the
Ronald McDonald House and much,
much more. We are certain that this
exposure to Gemilut Hasadim will add
a tremendous amount to their Jewish
education.
And look, of course, for many more
opportunities to serve meals on
Sundays at the Broward Partnership
for the Homeless Soup Kitchen,
volunteer with disadvantaged kids at
Children’s Harbor, build a home with
Habitat for Humanity and so many
other worthy projects.
As we begin this new year, 5774, my
hope for all of us is that we can truly
appreciate who we are and strive to
become better. In that way, perhaps
we can enjoy life to the fullest and be
a positive influence in our community.
After all, as Rabbi Nachman of
Bratslav once said, “If you won’t be
better tomorrow than you were today,
then what need do you have for
tomorrow?”
Rabbi Cheryl Jacobs
THE
Camp Coleman Presents
DAILYSHOW
To support Reform Jewish Youth Engagement, we invite you to
an evening of comedy and song
November 16, 2013
8:00 pm
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
8200 Peters Road, Plantation, FL 33324
for ages 18 and up
Patti Linsky
Recording Artist, Songwriter and
Alum of URJ Camp Coleman
Performing excerpts from her
one-woman show “Altar EGO”
Adam Lowitt
Four-time Emmy Award Winner
Standup Comedian and Alum
of URJ Camp Coleman
Beth Schafer
Acclaimed Jewish Singer Songwriter
Leader of Congregation, Temple
Shir Shalom in Oviedo, Florida
For ticket information go to www.campcoleman.org and click on
Broward County Camp Coleman 2013 Event (under Quick Links)
All proceeds will go toward the Broward Coleman Scholarship Fund
NEW YEAR NEW DIRECTION
s Executive Director of Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El,
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I am pleased to have welcomed you to our High
Holiday services. I hope you enjoyed our services
V.I.P. Caterers has
taken over as our new
catering company. They
DVIR WEISS
have been the exclusive
Executive Director
Caterer at Congregation
B’Nai Israel in Boca Raton
since 1989. The owner Neil Wasserman has been
in the catering industry for 30 years. V.I.P. Caterers
offers Kosher style and Glatt Kosher catering for
weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Brit/Bris, baby
namings, Kiddushes and Shabbat dinners. “We are
considered a complete event production company and
will coordinate everything from catering to decor to
entertainment. We want all of our clients to be guests
at their own event!” V.I.P. brings a new sense of
excitement to the temple and we look forward to many
future celebrations at Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El.
and felt at home. Our services were not only about
prayers and rituals but rather celebrating Judaism as
a dynamic and enriching community experience.
With the Jewish year 5774, I am excited at the
prospect of new beginnings not only with our new
spiritual leadership but also with our new bulletin and
website. It is a priority for us here at Kol Ami EmanuEl to continue to meet the needs of our families in
today’s quickly changing world. Supporting you in
a multitude of ways is paramount to us. You will
continue to see changes and improvements not only
in our communications but also in our own internal
processes.
To that end, I am delighted to welcome Stephanie
Wurtenberger formerly of our Early Childhood
Program to our Temple front office. Aly Kapit has
moved from her position as Clergy Secretary to the
front office as well. Both Stephanie and Aly can help
you with anything and everything you may need. In
addition, Lisa Pearlman is our new Administrative
Assistant to the Clergy.
TKAE will be offering new and exciting programming
this upcoming year through our Adult Education
Series, Parent Teacher Organization (PTO),
Brotherhood, Sisterhood, Senior Friends and Youth
Groups. We strive to offer a variety of programs to
meet the needs of every member of our Temple family
from our smallest children to our senior members. I
hope you’re enjoying our new bulletin and will make it
a point to visit our new website for continual updates.
Dvir Weiss - Executive Director
STRIVE
COMMUNITY
COMFORT ZONE
BERESHIT
TOGETHER
GIVING
HOPE
RENEW
BERESHIT
NEW BEGINNINGS
CHADASH
NEW DIRECTION
HOPE
CHANGE
SHANAH TOVAH
CHADASH
SHABBAT
NEW DIRECTION
I would like to welcome Josh Simon, formerly of
Peoria, Illinois. Josh is our new Youth Director.
He brings with him 18 years of youth leadership
experience.
CREATE
CHALLENGE
SHABBAT
Building a 21st Century Temple
t has been a little over a year since I began my term
Itake
as Temple President. When I made the decision to
on this new role, I worked closely with my two
predecessors so that we could continue our commitment
and goal of building a “21st Century Temple” that meets
the needs of our long-term existing congregants as well
for individuals and families raising children in the new
fast-paced modern Jewish world where even just 20
minutes seems like a long time.
Before writing this article, I had a chance to read Rabbi
Needleman’s article in this issue of 8200 and to reflect
on his sermon from Rosh Hashanah. We are rich in
tradition and history here at Temple Kol Ami EmanuEl. We have the buildings and campus to preserve our
reform Jewish roots and values. However, bricks and
mortar alone are not sufficient to maintain enduring
importance in today’s fast paced world. A physical
presence is indeed important, but connecting with
our Jewish community beyond our walls is equally as
important.
So, as I think about where we are going at TKAE and
look to our future, I strongly believe that the best way
to assure our enduring presence is to be ahead of the
curve, not behind it. We can only preserve Jewish
values and traditions by keeping current with the times,
while still honoring our past. As society evolves, we too
must evolve to stay relevant in the lives of our long time
members, young families and their children. Balancing
the old with the new is always a challenge.
The way to preserve our Jewish belief and tradition is to
be “stable” in our traditions and beliefs, and also to be
aware of the times we are living in and transform what
we do and how we do it at TKAE. To Rabbi Needleman’s
point, this is precisely when Reform Judaism is at its
best. Our fundamental belief is committed to reform
Jewish values. We must honor and observe our religion
and movement’s traditions and teachings, but we
must also be very committed to our future generations
and meeting the new realities and challenges they
face in today’s world. We must provide for our future
generations with the leadership, programs and
attractions necessary to fulfill their needs in a modern
world. This is essential to creating a permanent legacy
for our Synagogue.
As we evolve, there are many new initiatives at Temple
Kol Ami Emanu-El we are proud to introduce. As we
begin 5774, I would like to share with you a few of
the changes that you will see from all of us at Kol Ami
Emanu-El.
Return Again to Shabbat:
We are very committed to bringing back Shabbat like
never before to our families. It seems in today’s world
that giving up an hour once a week in our busy lives
has become harder and
harder, but in this fast
paced world the rewards
are so beneficial to our
minds, bodies and souls.
This summer we focused
CALVIN HELITZER
on delivering some specific,
Temple President
meaningful and fun Shabbat
programs and the participation was amazing! Stay
tuned for more creativity, adaptivity and enjoyment with
Shabbat.
Technology and Communication:
Perhaps by now you may have seen our new website.
We will continue our focus on incorporating social media
and technology to deliver information in a multitude of
ways to our members. The computer age has changed
how we communicate and it has changed how and when
we meet. For example, our B’nai Mitzvah kids meet
weekly with Cantor for their lessons. Some lessons are
in person and some are scheduled via Skype over the
Internet depending on a family’s hectic schedule. We
will stay committed to using technology to enhance our
services, education, and communication.
Community Outreach:
TKAE is and always will be “The Center of Our Jewish
Community.” Growing and supporting our Jewish
families through community outreach and engagement
will also be a priority. Our clergy and senior staff will
focus this year on outreach work. Bringing learning
and engagement into our homes, meeting up at coffee
shops, hosting pop-up Shabbats, and other events in the
community are just a sampling of what we plan to do to
connect with our families and their social networks.
Mindful Social Action:
Social Action is central to our lives. No matter what
our ages and how busy our lives, social justice and
engagement continues to enrich each of us and give
us meaning and purpose. This year we will continue
to expand upon various shared opportunities to spend
time together making the world a better place. We will
provide our mitzvah kids and teens with the opportunities
to define what projects are meaningful to them.
At Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El we are proud that we
are committed to taking a leadership role both locally
and nationally. Our plans to roll out new, exciting
and meaningful programs and initiatives will enhance
and energize all of our busy lives. Our programs are
intended to build relationships, as it is the relationship
that will build and strengthen our Temple Family. We are
stable in our beliefs, traditions and practices, but we are
also moving forward in a fun and exciting way. I hope
you and your families will be a part of it.
Calvin Helitzer - Temple President
To benefit the NEW JAFCO Respite and Family Resource Center
for Children with Developmental Disabilities and existing
JAFCO Developmental Disabilities Program
Join Us for the Inaugural JAFCO
In My Sneakers
5K Run/Walk
Sunday
Oct. 20, 2013
RUN TIMES:
5K Certified Run:
Run Check-in - 6:30 AM
AT BB&T CENTER
One Panther Parkway
Sunrise, FL
Run Start - 8:00 AM
WALK TIMES:
Family Fun Walk:
Walk Check-in - 8:30 AM
Walk Start - 9:30 AM
Resource Fair and
Entertainment – 8:00 AM
REGISTER TODAY!
www.JafcoInMySneakers.org
For more information go to www.JafcoInMySneakers.org or contact at 954-749-7230, [email protected]
A copy of JAFCO’s official 501c3 non-profit registration and financial information may be obtained from the following state agencies.
In Florida contact the Division of Consumer Services (registration #CH19241 and CH4819) at 800-HELP-FLA
EARLY CHILDHOOD
“The experiences
gained in and out of
the classrooms will set
the pathway for our
children’s future.”
Stacey Katz
tarting school is a time of new beginnings for students and parents.
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Whether it is a child’s first year of pre-school or last or a parent’s
first time sending their precious loved one to school, new beginnings
are inevitable. Children as well as parents often struggle with saying
goodbye and starting a new year.
The first day of this 2013-14 school year was flawless. The children
transitioned beautifully with few tears. Though reactions vary from
child to child, children learn to adjust to their new environment very
quickly. One of the biggest adjustments for children is separating
from their mommies and daddies and creating a bond with their
new teachers. It is important for children to build confidence and
independence. As I walked through the hallways that morning and
peeked into each classroom, the smiles and giggles were proof of
the loving and nurturing environment our teachers provide for our
students.
We have many new and exciting events planned for our new year. The
experiences gained in and out of the classrooms will set the pathway for our
children’s future. Dr. Seuss said it best in his book All the Places You Will Go.
“You’re off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So….Get
on our way!”
Choosing the right school for your child is essential. The learning environment
as well as programming within the school and Temple are important and powerful
teaching tools. We encourage our parents to be involved in and out of the
classroom. Please mark your calendars for our upcoming events. The more
involved our parents are in their children’s experiences, the more our children will
be able to take from these experiences. Please let me know if there are any hidden
talents you or a family member would like to share. We welcome new ideas and
love to see new faces.
Upcoming Dates:
STACEY KATZ
Early Childhood Director
September 19
September 20 – 25 September 26 October 18 October 21 – 24 October 25
October 28 – 31 MATT BODNER
School Closed (Sukkot)
Students eating in the Sukkah
School Closed (Simchat Torah)
Dinner/Tot Shabbat 6:00 P.M.
Swimming
No School/Teacher Work Day
Swimming
1100 miles away and 50 degrees colder, starting school at the University of Michigan will not be easy for
a kid who’s spent 16 out of his 18 years in the warm Florida sun. Between trudging through the snow
to get to my classes and cheering in the freezing rain at football games, I know I’ll begin to miss the
relatively warm winters I’ve spent with my friends and family. While all that may be different, I’ll still have
the opportunity to keep some ties to home by going to high holiday services at the Hillel on campus, and
becoming friends with like-minded Jewish peers, as I have been doing at Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El my
entire life. It may be a completely different atmosphere, but I am excited to go out and explore what is in
store for me.
University of Michigan Class of 2017
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Religious School
GETTING BACK TOGETHER –
SHAPING THE FUTURE
It
is that time of year – back to school is everywhere! It is with great anticipation that
I look forward to the opening days of our Religious School and the Gesher After
School Program. Every year brings new excitement and of course new challenges.
I look forward to enjoying the sounds of excitement as the students see old friends and
teachers. Walking through our hallways hearing the Hebrew language, the sounds of
music and looking at the creative art projects that the students are working on is the
greatest joy of an educator. The school buzz during the first few weeks of school is
what sets the tone for the rest of the year. One thing is for sure: our school year will be
exciting, innovative and a happy educational experience.
It is a new and exhilarating beginning for our TKAE High School graduates who are
starting their adult lives away from home – in colleges and universities. I know for sure
that they will be guided by the knowledge and ethics they have gained here at TKAE
during their many years of Jewish education. I wish them a hearty good luck!
Upcoming Dates:
•Sunday, September 22@ 9am – Religious School First Day of School Assembly
(grades K-6th) with parents – in the Sanctuary followed by Meet & Greet in your child’s
classroom – followed by breakfast with Rabbi Needleman in the Ballroom
•Friday, September 27th @ 6pm – Simchat Torah Service & Kindergarten Consecration
•Tuesday, October 1st @ 6:30pm – First Day of Judaic Middle & High School (grades
7th – 12th) – Welcome time for students with Rabbi Needleman & Clergy with free
pizza
•Sunday, October 27th @ 9am – Family Program for grades K, 1st & 2nd with parents
JACK HENRY KAPP
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El has been my spiritual home and fostered my love of Judaism since I was two
years old. I can remember singing in the halls of the pre-school, receiving my siddur in second grade and
both Rabbi Harr and Cantor preparing me for my Bar Mitzvah. My 16 years at Kol Ami and my relationships
formed with my teachers and clergy provided me with a strong moral foundation and helped shape and
mold me into the person that I am today. As I move on to college, I look forward to exploring new avenues
of growth and continued expansion of my understanding of my Jewish heritage and Jewish personal identity
through intellectual, social, spiritual and communal experiences at Hillel. I expect that my relationship with
my religion will serve as a bond between who I am in South Florida and who I will be at Cornell University.
As I plan to pursue different intellectual pathways at Cornell, my Judaism provides a robust structure as the
Talmud teaches the lessons of maintaining a rigorous work ethic and also making sure that I return back to
my community through Tzedakah.
Cornell Class of 2017
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SIMONA SKLASH
Religious School
Director
“The sounds of music
and looking at the
creative art projects
that the students are
working on is the
greatest joy of an
educator.”
Simona Sklash
P.T.O.
I recently had a most wonderful new beginning; I planted a
garden in my backyard and asked that my daughters help
me in whatever capacity they could. Of course, they willingly
put on their garden gloves and dug in the dirt, even threw
the seeds in (after our not so careful planning of what should
be planted adjacent). Every morning and every night the
little helpers dredged out the hose to help water our seeds.
And within a week, the four of us stood back to admire that
our seeds had sprouted and were well on their way to their
current state of bearing fresh produce all intermingled and
wrapped around one another. From this new beginning my
children and I have learned to care for this multitude of plants
in their intermingled state.
I see that new beginning as a perfect metaphor for my
newest beginning, as PTO President of the Early Childhood
Program. The parents of our school come from various
backgrounds and yet we all share the same goal of providing
our children the best education and have found ourselves
in the same garden. I can only hope that we will wrap our
arms around one another and embrace the differences that
make us unique in fostering a true sense of community and
togetherness for our children, in the same way my garden
has. I endeavor, with my fellow board members, to take
care of that which has come before us, to offer diligence,
perspective and fresh ideas in fostering a sense of friendship
and togetherness in our parent group that will bring a true
sense of community to our school. Our fresh ideas this year
will have us alternating between monthly PTO meetings and
monthly morning out breakfasts at various locations, having
family nights centered more on our children’s interests,
taking a greater role in the gift shop (in partnership with
Brotherhood) that has been relocated to the Early Childhood
building, volunteering at soup kitchens, bringing our children
a Havdalah workshop learning about the beginning of each
week, and so much more, while remaining truly focused on
the spirit of togetherness.
Melanie Antevy
To New Beginnings
Melanie Antevy-PTO President
Melanie was raised in Corning,
New York and relocated to South
Florida in 2001. She was formerly
the marketing manager at Stiles
Construction. She and husband
Jonathan, founder of e-Builder Inc.,
are Plantation residents and have
three daughters, Orly (4), Hazel (3)
and Leetal (8 months). Their eldest
daughters are students of the Early
Childhood Program.
Talya Maratchi-VP of Programming
I was born in Brooklyn, New York.
When I was eight years old I moved
to Israel with my family. We returned
to America four years later where
I went to high school in Hewlett,
Long Island. I graduated from
Binghamton University with a major
in psychology. After graduating
Binghamton University I pursued a career in audiology and
got my doctorate in audiology from the Graduate Center City
College of New York. I currently reside in Plantation, Florida
with my husband, Leon and three children, Murray, David
and Noah who are all students at TKAE’s Early Childhood
Program. I am really looking forward to my position as VP of
Programming on the PTO. We have great programs lined up
for this school year.
Marisa Zelnick-1st Vice President
Marisa lives in Hollywood with
her husband Ross, an attorney at
Conroy Simberg. Their daughter
Sadie is 4 1/2 and attends the
Early Childhood and is in PreKindergarten. Their son Jude is 2
months old. Before becoming a full
time mommy, Marisa worked for
more than 10 years in the public
relations field focusing on fashion.
Lauren Krasner-Treasurer
Lauren is a native Floridian, born
and raised in Miami and her family
has been members of Temple Kol
Ami Emanu-El since 2009. She
and husband, Michael, have two
wonderful sons, Spencer and
Tyler. Spencer is a graduate of the
TKAE Early Childhood Program and is now in Kindergarten
at Embassy Creek Elementary, while Tyler is in the Nursery
Program at Kol Ami. Lauren currently works for a CPA firm
located in Plantation, FL and Michael works in Technology for
a private company as an Architect.
Eugenia Fien-VP of Fundraising
Eugenia was born and raised in south
Florida and works as a commercial
insurance underwriter for Bass Underwriters.
Her husband, Matthew, is a periodontist
practicing in offices throughout South
Florida. The family lives in Plantation and
have been members of the TKAE family
since their son, Ethan, was born almost 2 years ago. Ethan’s
been attending Early Childhood since he was an infant and
has now started in the Toddler program.
Melissa Forman-Secretary
Melissa and her husband Jason
have two daughters. Brooke
recently graduated from Pre-K and
is now a Kindergarten student.
Reese is having fun with her
friends at the TKAE Nursery Level.
Jason, an attorney, and Melissa, a
speech/language pathologist, are
active members of the Temple. Melissa is also a member of
the Temple’s Board of Education.
Shiri Rabin-VP of Events
Shiri was born in Tel-Aviv, Israel. At
the age of one her family moved to
Central America. In second grade she
and her family moved to Florida. Shiri
received her undergraduate degree at the
University of Miami. Shiri returned to Israel
to attend the University of Manchester
Law School. Shiri and her husband, Leor,
currently reside in Cooper City with their
children, Noa, Itamar, and Elie. Elie is in
the nursery level at TKAE’s Early Childhood Program.
Planned events and programming for the year include:
• ROSH HASHANAH BEE/HONEY EXPERIENCE
• CHANUKAH OIL MAKING EXPERIENCE
• HAVDALAH KIT MAKING EXPERIENCE
• MATZAH FACTORY EXPERIENCE
• GET THE PICTURE PHOTO FUNDRAISER WITH SAM B.
PHOTOGRAPHY
• CHANUKAH BOUTIQUE WITH SISTERHOOD
• PURIM CARNIVAL WITH BROTHERHOOD
• THANKSGIVING EXPERIENCE
• LOVE A PET HAYRIDE
• DR. SUESS BIRTHDAY EXPERIENCE
• 2nd ANNUAL PAJAMA JAM AT THE BOOKFAIR
• ISRAEL’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION / ARCHAELOGICAL DIG
• TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
• PTO CHARACTER BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER
• PRE-K PROM LUNCH
• KID SAFE PROGRAM
• WELCOME SUMMER CELEBRATION
• YEARBOOK
• TKAE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM T-SHIRT
And many more...please check your school calendar for
other events and fundraisers put on by the PTO.
Save the Date(s):
October 15th – PTO Morning out (location TBD)
October 18th – PTO Tot Shabbat
October – TBD – Flamingo Road Nursery Pumpkin Patch
Family Night Out
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Adult Jewish Learning
September/October 2013
Yoga with Melanie
Every Wednesday, 10am – 11am
The Psalms teach us that the human soul is the
light of God, illuminating our hearts and minds, our
actions and relationships, for the Divine to enter.
Even the ancient sage Rambam said, “To know
Torah you must care for the soul and the body;
the soul is ranked first but the body comes first…”
Please join us as we journey through a meditative,
reflective yoga series with Melanie.
Cost, $5 for Temple Members,
$10 for Non-Members per class.
Body, Mind and Soul:
A Rosh Chodesh Experience
Wednesday, October 2nd, 7 pm
Tuesday, November 5th, 7 pm
Thursday, January 30th, 7 pm
Tuesday, March 4th, 7 pm
Tuesday, April 1st, 7 pm
Rosh Chodesh (the beginning of the Jewish month) has
long been considered a special “holiday”
for women. In each session, learn to master one aspect
of your personal life through study, movement and art.
Learn. Grow. Be inspired. Be empowered. Take action.
Implement change.
Introduction to Judaism
Every Wednesday, 7pm
An Introduction to Judaism for Jews by birth, people
considering conversion or those who simply want
to learn more. Led by Rabbi Harr, Founding Rabbi
Emeritus.
Registration needed.
To RSVP to any of the above adult education options or to ask any questions please contact:
Lisa at (954) 472-1988 • [email protected]
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Adult Jewish Learning
September/October 2013
Torah on Tap -Thursdays
October 3rd, 7:30 pm with Rabbi Needleman.
Join us at Bokampers,
1280 S. Pine Island Rd. Plantation.
November 14th, 7:30 pm
December 12th, 7:30 pm
January 23rd, 7:30 pm
March 6th, 7:30 pm
Jewish learning in a relaxed atmosphere! A new and interesting way to study
sacred stories or discuss current events affecting the Jewish community. Join
your clergy at a local hang-out and learn some Torah at the same time!
Lunch and Learn
An on-going series of lessons on various topics
including the Torah portion of the week, current events
and more! Light lunch provided
Wednesday, October 16th, 12 pm
Bring your two pieces of paper! Reflective of Rabbi
Needleman’s Yom Kippur sermon, share your
experiences on how this new journey is affecting your
life.
Thursday, November 14th, 12 pm
Wednesday, December 18th, 12pm
Tuesday, January 14th, 12 pm
Wednesday, February 19th, 12 pm
Tuesday, March 11th, 12 pm
Thursday, April 17th, 12 pm
Wednesday, May 14th, 12 pm
Women’s Self-Defense Seminar
Sunday, October 20th, 9:30am – 12pm
Learn the reality-based self-defense system of Krav Maga.
These great instructors from Elite Krav Academy will prove
that anyone can practice self defense by using Krav Maga
to protect weak spots, exploit an assailant’s vulnerabilities
and turn the attacker’s force against him.
Cost: $25 per person.
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Adult Jewish Learning
September/October 2013
How to Build a Jewish Home
Sunday, October 6th, 9 am: How to “do” Shabbat
Sunday, November 17th, 9 am: How to “do”
Chanukah
Sunday, February 9th, 9am
Sunday, April 6th, 9am
Judaism has much to say about how we raise a
family and build a home. Experience Jewish wisdom
as we share together the opportunities for growth
and transformation. We will explore the history,
customs and rituals of the Jewish home and family
observances. Great for those who want to know the
“why” and “how” of Jewish observance!
Jewish Film Series
Thursday, October 10th, 12 pm
Feel free to bring your lunch!
“Praying in Her Own Voice” This powerful film documents
the struggle of a religious females’ group called Women
of the Wall – a movement for equality next to the Kotel,
perhaps the holiest place on earth for Jews. The story of
the Women of the Wall gives an in-depth look into the status
of women in Israeli public life. It’s a film that raises many
questions about the battle of the sexes within the religious
Jewish world.
Wednesday, November 6th, 12 pm “Kike Like Me”
Tuesday, December 10th, 12 pm “A Life Apart”
Thursday, January 9th, 12 pm, “Shanghai Ghetto”
Wednesday, February 5th, 12 pm, “Shalom Y’all”
Tuesday, March 4th, 12 pm “Punk Jews”
Thursday, April 10th, 12 pm “The Flat”
To RSVP to any of the above adult education options or to ask any questions please contact:
Lisa at (954) 472-1988 • [email protected]
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Holiday Boutique
Join us for a night of wine, shopping and hors d'oeuvres.
Both sessions of the boutique include Scholastic Book Fair and a scrumptious bake sale
Tuesday, Nov. 12th 5-9 pm
Wednesday, Nov. 13th 9 am-1 pm
20 percent of all sales go to the temple.
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YOUTH PROGRAM
A Place to Call Home!
this month mark the beginning of a new Jewish year and a new school
Notyear,onlybutdoes
it also marks a fresh start for the youth program at Kol Ami Emanu-El.
JOSH SIMON
Youth Director
While the program isn’t new, there is still a feeling around the synagogue that it is
being reborn. I am only one part of the energy that can be felt around KAFTY, MiSTY
and KATONTY. As the school year starts, students are beginning new classes and
taking part in new experiences. Their involvement in youth group could play a big role
in shaping those experiences. If your child hasn’t been to a youth program before I
encourage them to give it a try. What makes youth group so amazing is that there really
is something for everyone.
Last month we started the year off with an overnight for the members of KAFTY.
We joined the congregation for Shabbat services before heading out to jump on the
trampolines at Off the Wall. Then we spent the night in our brand new youth lounge. In between Rosh Hashanah
and Yom Kippur, MiSTY kicked off their year with a couple of games of Laser Tag and a beautiful Havdalah
service. KATONTY will start the new year with an afternoon at Sawgrass Mills Mall. We’ll have lunch at the Rain
Forest Café before going to GameRoom to play the day away.
If you have been in the building lately, you’ve seen many changes, not just the new people, like Rabbi
Needleman, myself or the new caterers. We have a beautiful new floor in the lobby, the Library has moved to the
Chapel and the room where the Library used to be is a brand new Youth Lounge and our new home. Thanks to
some amazing donors we have all the accommodations of home and really never need to leave. If you haven’t
had the chance to see the space, feel free to stop by and take look. While you’re here please introduce yourself.
#TKAE YOUTH
When I made the decision to pack up and move here, it was because I felt that this congregation and specifically
the youth program were on the verge of something special. We are on our way to turning our new beginning into
something that will thrive for years to come.
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El Youth Program
Calendar of Events for the Rest of 2013
KAFTY (9th-12th Grade)
9/19 Sushi & Soda in the Sukkah 6:00-8:00 pm
9/27 KAFTY Shabbat 6:00 pm Dinner
10/11-10/13 At NFTY-STR Fall in Boca
10/18 KAFTY Shabbat 6:00 pm Dinner
10/26 Program 6:00-10:00 pm
11/9 Program 6:00-10:00 pm
11/15 KAFTY Shabbat 6:00 pm Dinner
12/7 With MiSTY Chanukah Party 6:00-10:00 pm
12/20 KAFTY Shabbat 6:00 pm Dinner
12/26-12/30 At NFTY-STR Winter in Orlando
MiSTY (6th-8th Grade)
10/4 MiSTY Shabbat 6:30 pm Service Dinner to follow
10/19 Program 6:00-10:00 pm
11/8 MiSTY Shabbat 6:00 pm Dinner
11/17 Program 12:00-2:30 pm
12/7 With KAFTY Chanukah Party 6:00-10:00 pm
KATONTY (3rd-5th Grade)
9/22 Rainforest Café and Gameroom 12:30-4:00 pm
10/17 Program and Dinner 3:30-6:00 pm
11/3 Program 12:30-2:30 pm
12/19 Program and Dinner 3:30-6:00 pm
OUR B’NAI MITZVAH KIDS
ROY WEISSMAN - September 21
Roy is a 13 year old seventh grade honor student at Indian Ridge Middle School. An avid swimmer, Roy is a
member of the Plantation Water Polo team. He is also an accomplished hip hop dancer, having recently started his
seventh year with Hip Hop Kidz, now a member of its elite Cast Crew.
Born in Israel, Roy and his family moved to Florida when he was a year old, and have been members of Kol Ami
since 2002. He graduated from the Day School where he was the president of student government and a recipient
of the Pinnacle Award. For his mitzvah project, Roy has chosen to help inspire and amuse children fighting cancer
and their families by performing magic tricks at the Ronald McDonald House in Fort Lauderdale.
NOAH ENGELHARD - September 28
Noah Engelhard is a 13 year old who lives with his parents, Stefani and Brett and 9 year old brother Brayden.
He loves to play competitive baseball and enjoys most outdoor activities. He enjoys the company of his friends
and family and is always seeking new and adventurous activities. Noah will be celebrating his Bar Mitzvah on
September 28, 2013 and he has been working very hard in achieving this huge accomplishment. His mitzvah
project will be a collaboration of his two passions.. Sports and helping those in need.
HAYLEY LANDMAN - October 5
We have been members of Temple Kol Ami Emanuel for 16 years. Both of our children Hayley and Natalie
had their baby namings here at the Temple. Hayley and Natalie began to cultivate their Jewish education by
attending the Temple’s Early Childhood Program. By attending the religious school here at the Temple, both
Hayley and Natalie have learned so much regarding Judaica and the Hebrew language. They especially
look forward to Hebrew school during the Jewish Holidays as the Religious School always puts on festive
events.
Hayley will become a Bat Mitzvah this October. Hayley is a straight A Honor roll student at Indian Ridge
Middle School. She is also a member of the National Junior Honor Society. Hayley is a recipient of the
Golden Kippah Award from Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El for excellence in completing her Bat Mitzvah studies.
She is a bright young lady who is always interested in helping her Jewish community with Tikkun Olam
(healing the world) as she always tries to find ways to give back to her community. For her Mitzvah project, Hayley has chosen to
raise money for Celiac disease. Her project is called Crafts for Celiac. She is selling handmade decorated items where all monies
are donated to this cause. She chose Celiac disease because a young classmate in her school has this condition and she wanted
to help raise funds and bring awareness to find a cure for this auto-immune disorder. We couldn’t be happier that we are part of
such a wonderful Temple and Jewish community.
MICHAEL AND JOSHUA GELLER - October 12
Michael Andrew Geller and Joshua Isaac Geller were born August 23, 2000 in Atlanta, GA just one minute apart.
They will be entering the 8th grade in Hebrew and public school. They have been attending TKAE since third
grade while proudly maintaining almost perfect attendance in public and religious schools. Even though they were
born in Atlanta, they are South Florida sports enthusiasts loving the Hurricanes, Heat and Dolphins. Sadly, their
grandmother passed away last year resulting in their grandfather coming to live with them. Fortunately, this has
created a loving experience. They have both become wonderful care givers for their grandfather making sure he
eats properly, takes his medications on time and keeping him 88 years young while interacting with their friends.
Everyday becomes a new experience for them as they learn from their grandfather’s many stories. Reliving their
grandfather’s past has made Michael and Joshua cherish and appreciate family even more today.
AIDAN GREENSTEIN - October 19
Aidan Greenstein turns 13 on September 18, 2013 and celebrates his Bar Mitzvah on October 19, 2013. He
lives with his parents, Jason and Susan and his 9 year old brother, Cole. He is a 7th grade student at University
School. Aidan enjoys playing baseball, football and basketball and will enthusiastically participate in most any
outdoor activity. He is a good friend and brother and when not playing a sport enjoys spending free time with his
friends. Aidan plans to volunteer his time to help children with special needs learn to play sports as his mitzvah
project.
HUNTER BECKER-GREENE - October 26
Hunter and his family are new to Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El. He and his family have enjoyed Friday evening services
and were impressed with the family activities throughout the year. Hunter has been excited about continuing his
Hebrew education and embracing his Jewish heritage. He enjoys playing little league baseball and swimming.
Hunter’s Bar Mitzvah project is collecting food for Meals on Wheels.
CONNOR LOWERRE - October 26
Connor and his family moved to Florida last year from New York. They have enjoyed Friday evening services
and the high holiday services. Connor is new to Hebrew school. He was excited to learn more about his Jewish
heritage. He enjoys his bowling league and computers. Connor’s Bar Mitzvah project is collecting food for Meals
on Wheels.
MAZEL TOV!
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SHABBAT TOGETHER
We are very committed to bringing back Shabbat like never before to our
families. It seems in today’s world that giving up an hour once a week in our
busy lives has become harder and harder, but in this fast paced world the
rewards are so beneficial to our minds, bodies and souls.
“First Friday” Shabbat
At Kol Ami Emanu-El
Starting Oct 4th
The First Friday of each month at 6:30 pm
Calling all families, children, seniors and guests!
Join us for an exciting and inspiring journey into the power of Shabbat! First Fridays are
a casual, innovative and energetic Shabbat experience with Rabbi Needleman,
Cantor Goldman, Rabbi Jacobs and the rest of our team.
Followed by cocktails and Israeli tapas.
Blue Jeans Welcome!
First Fridays…..a relaxed journey into the day of rest.
A Shabbat Of Healing
Friday Night October 11@ 7:30pm
At this soothing and contemplative service, we
draw strength from each other with prayers of
healing, insight, and guided meditation. Whether
you are in need of a quiet shabbat service or
healing, please join us. Caregivers are especially
welcome.
An oneg including healing teas, fresh fruit and
sorbet will follow .
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
PINK
SHABBAT
Friday, October 25,
Pink Shabbat Evening Service
at 7:30pm followed by
a Very Special Oneg
Join us for an inspirational Shabbat of spiritual renewal
and celebration as we honor our community of parents,
children, sisters, brothers, grandparents and friends who
have joined in the fight to beat cancer and have
committed themselves to the blessing of life .
The evening will feature a very special
guest speaker and Temple Kol Ami
Emanu-El member, Debbie Zelman,
founder of Debbie’s Dream
foundation, stomach cancer survivor,
wife and mother of three.
The
Brotherhood
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
As President of the Brotherhood of
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El and on behalf
of that organization, I am submitting our
“New Beginnings story”. During this new
year, we’re going to be encouraging
greater social interaction among a wide
variety of age and interest groups.
The future of our congregation looks
bright with a sense of enthusiasm
and engagement. We’re so excited
to welcome Rabbi Howard and Beth
Needleman along with their children,
Noah and Abby to our community.
My mission for the New Brotherhood
is really simple, build it and they will
come. I am looking forward to getting
the original and new incoming male
members of our congregation active
with brotherhood through a number of
upcoming social events. I believe that
we can build something really special
based on what we have in place already.
It is going to take a commitment, but I
believe the value added will be huge.
Happy Holidays and I look forward to our
“New Beginnings”.
Please join us for Monday Night Football
on September 30th.
Miami Dolphins vs New Orleans Saints.
Place: 595 Tap and Tavern
11300 W. State Road 84, Davie FL
33325
Time 8:00 P.M.
Price $20 per person
Beer and appetizers
Please RSVP to:
Gary Burwick
[email protected]
954-873-4279
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
The
Sisterhood
Who are the Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El Women of Reform Judaism? We are
involved, inspired, motivated and determined grandmothers, mothers, daughters,
sisters and most importantly friends who join together as we embrace the TKAE
New Beginnings Theme.The 2013-14 Executive Board is filled with hard working
women who share the goals and objectives of our sisterhood.
President-Francine Wiener
VP of Membership and Administration-Elise Bloch
VP of Programming-Adrienne Kaltman
VP of Ways and Means-Davia Mazur
VP for the Advancement of Judaism-Ava Landman
VP of Youth and Education-Dora Moscovitch
Recording Secretary-Dora Lee Rosendorf
Corresponding Secretary-Melinda Zisser
Treasurer-Janet Schiff
Trustees- Mindy Armstrong, Robin Lurie, and Melanie Weschler
Immediate Past President-Sandy Best
Examples of our upcoming programs for this year include a Chai Tea Meet and
Greet, Our Hanukkah Boutique scheduled just in time to shop for the Holidays, Day
and Nighttime Book clubs, Bingotini, a TuB’Shevat event, Rosh Chodesh, and the
Linus Program involving sewing and crocheting quilts for children. Please reach out
to family and friends and bring them along to participate in our multigenerational
programs. Try Something New! The WRJ has increased my circle of friends and
enriched my life. Hope to see you soon!
B’Shalom,
Francine Wiener
Sisterhood President.
Sisterhood Calendar
Tuesday, September 24th at 7:00 PM - Posnack JCC Book Club Kickoff
Sunday, October 6th at 9:00 AM - Chai Tea Brunch
Thursday, October 10th at 7:00 PM - Board Meeting
Thursday, October 10th at 7:30 PM - Bingotini
Tuesday, October 29th at 10:30 AM - Daytime Book Club at Posnack JCC
Tuesday, October 29th at 7:30 PM - Evening Book Club at Temple
SENIOR FRIENDS
Senior Friends are looking forward to many interesting and stimulating events in the coming year.
The first meeting will be SUNDAY OCTOBER 13th at 1:30 PM. Our guest speaker will be Yosl
Broder who will be relating his adventures in China and at the International Kite Exhibition.
We usually meet the first Sunday of the month and are looking forward to Cantor Goldman’s Israeli
movie program on November 3rd at 1:30 PM.
We are especially looking forward to Rabbi Needleman’s program on Sunday December 1st at
1:30 PM.
We are also looking for a new name for the seniors group and would welcome any suggestions.
We are interested in new members and new ideas.
The
SENIOR FRIENDS
Adele Grotsky
Senior Friends President
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
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The Brodsky Family
We are so delighted to become a part of the Kol Ami Family!
We moved here from New York a little over two years ago,
and live in Cooper City. Our three children, Brooklyn,
Seraphina and Parker will all be attending preschool at Kol
Ami, and can’t wait for school to start. Barry is a real estate agent in Plantation, and Tami is an
in-house trial attorney. We are looking forward to meeting everyone!
Mitch & Kathy Stein
Jeffrey & Phyllis Swersky
Linda, Danielle & Desiree Kurtz
Warren & Paula Berliner
Richard & Marcia Breit
Seth, Mary, Aleksi, Carly & Gabriella Gottlieb
Ryan Levinson, Yarin & Liel Hadad
Daniel, Veronika, Ben & Leah Pinchasov
Larry & Phyllis Galinkin
Peter & Sharon Gelbwaks
Leonard & Susan Shechter
Josh Simon
Eyal, Kerry, Leigh, Noam & Ziv Ross
Eric & Nancy Coplin
Daniel, Cindy, Cole, Samantha & Tyler Goldstein
Sheldon & Lola London
Barry Marks
Matthew, Shelby & Jordan Sosonkin
Milos, Ladilia, Mila & Marko Trifunovic
Alan & Adrienne Fiske
Alan & Brandon Messeroff
Alison Tygar
Bruce & Sandy Lobar
Alan & Olivia Philipson
Robert Linett & Edith Wollin Linett
Judi Feldman
Sandy & Ann Langner
Herman & Phyllis Munczek
Ben & Frannie Weiss
Galit, Donna & Ronnie Shashoua
ALL IN THE FAMILY
Stacy and Jim Gale’s son Jonathan Gale is engaged to Dara Bogdanoff, daughter of Robert and Lori Bogdanoff of
Boca Raton.
Robyn Kay-Cantor daughter of Phyllis and Jeffrey Kaye is this year’s recipient of the Matthew Lee Girvin Award. This
award is given annually by Emory University to a graduate of Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health who has made
significant contributions toward improving the lives and health of others. Robyn is currently working as a Clinical
Epidemiologist for Baptist Medical Center, in Jacksonville, Florida. She will formally be receiving this award in Atlanta
this month.
Fran and David Krathen celebrated the marriage of their son, Michael to Julie Safran, daughter of
Dr. and Mrs. Charles Safran, of Newton Massachusetts in Boston on August 31, 2013. Michael is currently a
Dermatologist on staff at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California and Julie is a Child Development Specialist in San
Jose, California. As of November 2013, the couple will be residing in Boston.
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Welcome new members
Barry, Tamarah, Parker, Seraphina & Brooklyn Brodsky
Philip, Jessica & Sophia Miscione
Ric, Sherry & Tyler Arango
Lonny, Amy & Alison Greenberg
Harold, Sumyr & Jayden Siegel
Oshri, Alona & Nittai Avidor
Fred, Jeanine & Betty Karp
Daniel, Kay & Ethan Stein
James, Dara & Jimmy Stote
Alan, Alessandra & Benjamin Gould
Joshua, Mariana & Alain Kretchmar
Dieter, Maria & Eron Suida
Mitchell, Melanie, George & Henry Frank
Steven, Heather, Mason & Jaden Katcher
Jason Dale
Javier, Erika, Allen, Emily & Amanda Andrade
Mark, Kara & LLeyton Lyons
Keva, Heather, Jordan & Sydney Silversmith
Seth, Amanda & Finley Amigo
Zack, Dawna & Joshua Leshetz
Jaynee Richman
Glenn, Jessica & Stella Sabath
Terry, Robin & Mason Sherman
Victoria Vaccaro
Michael, Ivy & Danielle Roth
James & Marci Footer
Jared, Amy & Kailey Lipton
Beverly Bennett
Ross, Jamie, Aden, Spencer & Delilah Krisel
Alan & Donna Rabinowitz
IN MEMORIAM
Sincere condolences are extended to our bereaved congregants and families of the late:
Rachel Levy
Grandmother of Jonathan Antevy
Great–Grandmother of Orly, Hazel & Lital
Morton E. Lavietes
Father of Michael Lavietes
Grandfather of Justin & Madison
Clarice R. Ginn
Mother of Diane Michaels & Geri Bassichis
Grandmother of Stephen, Scott, Jennifer,
Melissa & Matthew
Great-Grandmother of Max, Cammi,
Samantha, Daniel, Abby, Noah, Jordan,
Reese, Hailey & Dylan
Raymond Bees
Father of Randy Bees
Grandfather of Jared & Jordan
Barbara Zobel
Mother of Tracy, Debbie, Robert, Joy & the
late Terry Z”L
Lawrence (Larry) Bitkower
Husband of Estelle Bitkower
Father of Michele D’Jiacomo & Todd
Bitkower
Grandfather of Cory, Jason & Amy
Great-Grandfather of Cooper
Alexander Axelrod
Father of Arnie Axelrod
Grandfather of Suzy, Taylor & Cara
Phyllis Sperling
Mother of Stacy Gale
Grandmother of Ashley & Jonathan
Brad Orvieto
Husband of Anne Orvieto
Father of Brett & Drew
Jacob Benson
Grandfather of Debbie Zelman
Great-Grandfather of Zachary, Rachel &
Sarah Guttman
Rose Marie DiDonato
Mother of Tara Feiner
Grandmother of Brady & Cali
Leslie Barry Gilbert
Father of Randall Gilbert
Grandfather of Evan
Dr. Hartlee A. Schwartzberg
Husband of Barbara Schwartzberg
Father of Jason, Jordan & Danielle
Grandfather of Kira, Lexi, Zoe & Miranda
William Charles Smith
Father of Cindy Bibliowicz
Grandfather of Joshua & Benjamin
Gerald Weinbrum
Father of Brad Weinbrum
Grandfather of Nicole, Valerie & Michael
Bernie Levy
Husband of Delores Levy
Bernard Soberman
Father of Susan Moore
Edith Lobar
Mother of Lance Lobar
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GIVING BACK
Tzedakah - Giving
T
emple Kol Ami Emanu-El strives to create
a Temple family for all our members. Since
our inception we have celebrated thousands
of b’nai mitzvah, and uncounted numbers of
baby namings, consecrations, confirmations,
weddings, anniversaries and other joyous lifecycle events. We have also stood by each other
during challenging times: a shoulder to cry on,
someone to hug, a caring committee to help
with shiva – this is our Temple family.
Your charitable contributions to Temple Kol Ami
Emanu-El will help ensure that the values and
ideas, the celebrations and unique occasions,
which have linked our people in an unbreakable
chain of tradition for three thousand years will
be perpetuated for future generations. Your
contributions will have a meaningful effect on
the lives of the thousands to whom Kol Ami
Emanu-El is home as well as the people beyond
our walls who we continue to help.
TEMPLE KOL AMI
Planned Giving
& Endowment
The future of Reform Judaism and our Temple
belongs to those who will follow us. Our task is
to provide future generations with the resources
to keep our Temple healthy and vibrant so that
our children and their children’s children will
have a “Center of Our Jewish Community” in
which to model their own understanding of their
tradition.
Our Temple’s state-of-the-art educational
facilities and our dynamic youth programming
teach our children about the beauty and
relevance of our heritage as they mark the
milestones of their lives.
Our Temple celebrations of Chanukah, Purim,
Pesach and Mitzvah Day teach our children
about the beauty, joy and fun of our tradition
while simultaneously teaching them about
our history, calling and promise for a better
tomorrow for all humankind.
Please contact Lori Wellins, at [email protected] to
learn more about our program of planned giving
‘L’Dor Vador’ “From Generation to Generation.”
EMANU-EL
CARES
Soup Kitchen Volunteers Needed
B
roward Partnership for the Homeless provides over 200,000 meals a year. Temple Kol Ami
Emanu-El volunteers have committed to cook and serve a meal, which will feed 200 homeless
men, women and children, on the third Sunday of every month from 10:45 am – 1:00 pm. Volunteers
must be age 16 and older. If you are able to volunteer on October 20th or November 17th, please
contact Rabbi Jacobs at (954) 472-1988 or [email protected].
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WE ACKNOWLEDGE WITH THANKS
YOUR THOUGHTFUL CONTRIBUTIONS
RABBI NEEDLEMAN DISCRETIONARY FUND
Rick & Shelley Lundy……..............in honor of Rabbi Needleman’s arrival
Rick & Shelley Lundy.…in appreciation of our Yom Kippur Torah blessing
Diana Gluckstern…………….......……...…in memory of Samuel Feldman
Diana Gluckstern…………….......………....…in memory of Dora Feldman
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El Sisterhood…..........…………in welcoming and
wishing a Happy Birthday to Rabbi Needleman
Rob & Jill Rickel……….........……….…in memory of Dr. Jonah Botknecht
Rob & Jill Rickel…………........……………...…in memory of Morris Rickel
Rob & Jill Rickel…………...…........…...…in memory of Marion Goldsmith
Rob & Jill Rickel…………...…..............…in memory of Alexander Axelrod
Rob & Jill Rickel…………...…........………....…in memory of Brad Orvieto
Jay & Linda Green….……….......……..…......in memory of Barbara Zobel
Bernard & Sandra Landers..........………...in memory of Shirlene Landers
Bernard & Sandra Landers…........…………...in memory of Jean Landers
Bernard & Sandra Landers............in memory of Dr. Abraham Shechtman
The Helitzer Family….........in honor of the engagement of Adam & Elana
Friends of Stacy & Jim Gale…..........………in memory of Phyllis Sperling
Pamela & Michael Eisenberg….........……………..in memory of Bari Levy
Lesley & Philip Dubs…………........……..in welcoming Rabbi Needleman
Gerry & Debbie Damsky…….in honor of the special anniversary of Pearl
& Stanley Goodman
Sheila & Bob Berke..........in memory of Sol J. Hammer & Florence Berke
Stephanie & Michael Wurtenberger.............in memory of Raymond Bees
Stephanie & Michael Wurtenberger…..............in memory of Clarice Ginn
Lee & Claire Hager….…...................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Paul & Minette Brown…....................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Steven & Leah Nachman................................in memory of Joe Nachman
Geri & Stephen Ginsburg…..............................in memory of Clarice Ginn
RABBI HARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
Jeff Nudelman & Family….……........……......in memory of Barbara Zobel
Dorrit Zobel………….………….......……........in memory of Barbara Zobel
Joan Schwartz…………………........………..in memory of Rose DiDonato
Richard Linn….………………….......………..….in memory of Steven Linn
Doris Grober……………………........……….in memory of Norman Grober
Lee & Claire Hager….…...................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
KOL AMI EMANU-EL HUNGER RELIEF FUND
Rick & Shelley Lundy…................in honor of Rabbi Jacobs promotion to
“Associate Rabbi”
Paula & Matthew Carr.................in honor of Dvir Weiss – Thank you for a
beautiful Oneg
Randy & Peter Lazarus…........………….….in memory of Shirley Lazarus
Randy & Peter Lazarus………….........…..………in memory of Albert Pick
Barbara & Albert Shub…………........…………..in memory of Jaime Shub
Sandra Block-Brezner & Jeff Brezner...... in memory of Bernice Susskind
Carole Friedman…………………........…..in memory of Charles Friedman
Lynn Davis………………………......……………..in memory of Sara Davis
Norma & Herb Sonnenklar……...........…..in memory of Clara Sonnenklar
Albert & Barbara Shub………........…………...in memory of Bea Shulman
Ron & Gloria Schwartz…….........….…….in memory of Simon Silberstein
Honey Jackson……………………........…..in memory of Bernard Jackson
Shelley & Joe Goldberg……………….........in memory of Bertha Sheffron
Carole Friedman…………………..........……..in memory of Leon Gitelson
Susan Daniel………………........……………..in memory of Ludwig Daniel
Susan Daniel………………….......……………….in memory of Max Daniel
Howard & Judith Cohen…………….........…….in memory of Lillian Cohen
Rob & Jill Rickel………………........………..…..in memory of Clarice Ginn
Jayne Richman….…............................in honor of Paul & Fern Schneider
Lois & Ken Rubin...….…...................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Joseph & Rochelle Goldberg.....................in memory of Bessie Goldberg
Peter & Susan Moore...........................................in memory of Bill Moore
GENERAL FUND
Toby & Bob Rivkin..……………........……...…in memory of Virginia Mullin
Gary & Ali Burwick………………..........…....in memory of Rose DiDonato
Linda & Marty Ardman……….....in memory of Elizabeth Shoshanna Harr
Linda & Marty Ardman….............…..in honor of Paula & Matt Carr’s 50th
Wedding Anniversary
Nancy Weiser…………………….......….….....in memory of Barbara Zobel
June & Alan Schwartz…………........….…….in memory of Matthew Zwick
June & Alan Schwartz……….….........….in memory of Eleonore Schwartz
Irene & Hank Meyer………….….......…....…….in memory of Tillie Landau
Sylvia Yohalem…………………………….….......in memory of Mollie Klein
Sylvia Yohalem…………………...…........……in memory of Alma Yohalem
Barbara & Ray Sponder…………................in memory of Dorothy Frankel
Dr. Robert & Susan Segaul……..….........………in memory of Ira Barricini
Roberta Sands..……....................in support of Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
Irene & Hank Meyer…….......………..…...…….in memory of Louis Meyer
Saul & Beth Kravec……........…..………..in memory of Alexander Axelrod
Robert & Bevly Kempler…………...........…....in memory of Joan Kempler
Sonnie Barr……………………………........…in memory of Hanna Hirshey
Saul & Beth Kravec………………….......……...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Saul & Beth Kravec………….....….......……...in memory of Barbara Zobel
Joan Breslow……...………………….......……...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Debra Wolf…….…....to show appreciation for the Rabbis, Cantor and the
shiva committee
Ronni & Herb Amster….....................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Mark & Robin Levinson.....................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Carol & Allan Tolchinsky....................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
In honor of Pearl & Stanley Goodman’s 60th Wedding Anniversary
Art & Helen Simon
Phyllis Schwartz
Bernard & Janice Kenner
Ilene & Jack Cohen
Abbey Chase & Manny Palgon
Pearl & Stanley Goodman
CANTOR’S DISCRETIONARY MUSIC FUND
Rick & Shelley Lundy…….....in honor of Cantor’s Presidency of the ACC
Rick & Shelley Lundy.....in appreciation of our Yom Kippur Torah blessing
Arlene Solomon……………........….……..…..in memory of Barbara Zobel
Linda Scherer………………….............in appreciation of Cantor Goldman
Howard & Judith Cohen………..….........……..in memory of Lester Gilfarb
Gert Shifrin…………………..……...........…….in memory of Sidney Shifrin
Francine & Hal Wiener……..………….......……..in memory of Laura Katz
Wallace & Laurelle Waldman………….........…in honor of the birth of their
grandson Jackson
Paul & Fern Schneider…………........………in memory of Phyllis Sperling
Anthony & Joanne Pampena……...........…..in memory of Frances Goddy
Sue & Peter Moore……………................………in memory of Ruth Moore
Irene & Hank Meyer................in honor of Laura Becker on her retirement
Irene & Hank Meyer………...……......….…….in memory of Harry Landau
Rachel & Jonathan Roth…..…………........…...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Jan Redlo……………………..………......………in memory of Bernie Levy
Steven & Leah Nachman.............................in memory of Rose Nachman
Scott, Carmen & Max Ackerman.......................in memory of Clarice Ginn
PRAYERBOOK DEDICATION FUND
Nancy & Stuart Feiner & Family……..........…...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Mara & Kenny Wurtenberger…..….........……...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Jane & Lew Fishman…….........………...in memory of Bernard Deutscher
Linda K. Scherer…………….........…..in memory of Bernard M. Krakower
ELIZABETH SHOSHANNA HARR YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Rick & Shelley Lundy………...........……………in memory of Brad Orvieto
Paula & Matthew Carr….........…in honor of Rabbi Harr – Thank you for a
beautiful blessing.
Nancy Weiser…………………........……….....in memory of Barbara Zobel
Adrienne & Steven Kaltman……...in honor of Rabbi Sheldon & Fern Harr
Baris & Elaine Litvak………………........….....in memory of Barbara Zobel
Jay & Gail Kaltman……………….......…........in memory of Barbara Zobel
Rena Stern & Phyllis Goldman…….........in memory of Myra Stern Vaizer
Rena Stern & Phyllis Goldman……............in memory of Norman J. Stern
Ellen Sobo & Family…….…........in memory of Elizabeth Shoshanna Harr
Audrey & Allen Pearlman…..………….......…...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Jane & Lew Fishman………………….........…...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Linda & Kenny Levine…………….......………...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Jay & Gail Kaltman…..………………......……...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Joan Schwartz………..………………......……...in memory of Clarice Ginn
Dr. & Mrs. James Krisel….................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Jeffrey Brezner & Sandra Block-Brezner..........in memory of Clarice Ginn
Sue & Steve Bergman......................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Dr. & Mrs. Irwin Kornbluth.................................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Rabbi Sheldon & Fern Harr...............................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Mara & Kenny Wurtenberger.................................in memory of Hope Taft
Diane & Steve Michaels........................................in memory of Hope Taft
THE MATZ FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Susan & Bill Matz…………….….......….….....in memory of Barbara Zobel
Susan & Bill Matz….………......….…….……....in memory of Clarice Ginn
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY FUND
Paula & Matthew Carr………......…..........…..in memory of Barbara Zobel
Todd & Danielle Fine………….......…..………..in memory of Rosalyn Fine
Todd & Danielle Fine……………......…………..in memory of Howard Fine
YOUTH GROUP FUND
Lesley & Philip Dubs………..…...…............in honor of “A New Beginning”
Lesley & Philip Dubs………..…...........….in memory of Alexander Axelrod
Lesley & Philip Dubs………..….....................….in memory of Edith Lobar
Jeffrey Sager …………………..………......…....in memory of Brad Orvieto
Susie & Barry Grimson………..…………….......…in memory of Carl Wool
Cantor Mark Goldman & Aaron Taber .……............…in honor of the baby
naming of Diane & Steve Michaels’ granddaughter
Cantor Mark Goldman & Aaron Taber ……….…in honor or Rabbi Steven
Kaye celebrating 30 years as a Rabbi
Cara & David Pollack……………......……....in memory of Raymond Bees
DAVID AND IDA CARMEL EDUCATION FUND
Jean Colker…………………….....……….…….in memory of Marsha Levy
Jean Colker……………………….........……..in honor of Faye Geronemus
HANNAH “HONEY” SCHWARTZ SENIOR FUND
Dr. Joel & Joann Shulman………….….…........in memory of Ida Shulman
MONA ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD FUND
Judi Feldman………….….…..........in memory of Rose & Hary Schlomper
Mara & Kenny Wurtenberger……...........…..in memory of Rose DiDonato
Stephanie & Michael Wurtenberger……...…in memory of Rose DiDonato
JERRY S. COHEN YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Fran & David Krathen……….….….....................in memory of Clarice Ginn
Our Judaica Gift Shop has moved!
Welcome to the Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El Gift
Shop, now conveniently located in the lobby
of the Early Childhood Building! We operate a
well-stocked, high-quality Judaica Gift Shop as
a service to the congregation and community as
a way of raising funds for the Early Childhood
scholarship program. The Gift Shop offers a
wide range of items to enhance Jewish holiday
celebrations, life-cycle events, and daily life.
2013-2014
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Temple President:
CALVIN HELITZER
Vice President of Administration:
JONATHAN STREISFELD
Vice President of Membership:
ROB RICKEL
Vice President of Education & Youth:
KIM LIEBERMAN
Vice President of Ritual:
CINDY HARRIS
Treasurer:
CARA POLLACK
Financial Secretary:
LESLEY DUBS
Recording Secretary:
KAREN SHIEKMAN
Vice President of Ways and Means:
GARY ELZWEIG
You can find new and unique Judaica gifts and
other fine crafts either made in Israel or by
renowned Jewish artisans from around the world.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Items available include pieces from artisans such
as Gary Rosenthal.The Gift Shop sells Kiddush Cups, Mezzuzot, Shabbat Candlesticks,
Tallitot, Jewelry, Note Cards, Menorahs, Dreidels, and many other types of Judaica. Our
inventory is always changing based primarily on the Jewish calendar. Our Gift Shop has
something for every taste and budget.
The Gift Shop is open most weekdays. For current hours, or to make an appointment, please
call 954-472-1988.
Volunteers are always welcome! The more volunteers we have, the more hours we can be
open. We are flexible and can fit your schedule. If you would like to help out, contact our
front office for volunteer information.
Contact Us
Phone: (954) 472-1988 | Fax: (954) 472-4439
8200 Peters Road • Plantation, FL 33324
Senior Rabbi
Howard Needleman
[email protected]
Executive Director
Dvir Weiss
[email protected]
Cantor
Mark Goldman
[email protected]
Early Childhood Director
Stacey Katz
[email protected]
Associate Rabbi
Cheryl Jacobs
[email protected]
Religious School Director
Simona Sklash
[email protected]
Founding Rabbi Emeritus
Youth Director
Dr. Sheldon J. Harr
Josh Simon
[email protected]
[email protected]
Temple President
Calvin Helitzer
[email protected]
BEVERLY BACHRACH
LINDA GENDLER
CHARISMA GOODMAN
ROBYN GOTTLIEB
GIGI GREENE
COREY HELLER
CRAIG PACKER
ART PHILLIPS
PAUL SCHNEIDER
HOWARD TALENFELD
DANIEL WEINGER
STEVEN WELLINS
SENIOR STAFF
HOWARD NEEDLEMAN
Senior Rabbi
MARK GOLDMAN
Cantor
CHERYL JACOBS
Associate Rabbi
DVIR WEISS
Executive Director
STACEY KATZ
Early Childhood Director
SIMONA SKLASH
Religious School Director
JOSH SIMON
Youth Director
DR. SHELDON J. HARR
Founding Rabbi Emeritus
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8:00 PM - Monday Night
Football Brotherhood Event
at 595 Tap and Tavern
3
7:30PM - Sisterhood Posnack JCC Book Club
Kickoff
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17
9:15 AM - Early Childhood
PTO General Meeting
6:00 PM - First Social Action
Meeting of 5774
7:00 PM - Membership
Committee Meeting
10
TUESDAY
18
Sukkot
19
7:30PM - Sisterhood Board
Meeting
Simchat Torah
School and Offices Closed
10:00 AM - Yoga
7:00 PM - ORT America
Mahjong Night
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
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Erev Simchat Torah
25
20
5:30 PM - Yizkor Service
6:00 PM - Simchat Torah &
Consecration Service
Oneg to follow
6:00 PM - KAFTY(9th-12th)
Shabbat
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7:30 PM
Sukkot Under the Stars
Blintzes & Ice Cream
Sundaes to follow
Gesher in the Sukkah
8:00 PM - Yom Kippur
Evening Service (Kol Nidre)
Erev Yom Kippur - School
Closes at 12:00 PM &
Office Closes at 3:00 PM
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FRIDAY
12
THURSDAY
5
10:00 AM - Yoga
School and Offices Closed
6:00 PM - Pizza in the Hut Sukkot Celebration 6:00 PM - KAFTY(9th-12th)
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
Sushi & Soda in the Sukkah
Erev Sukkot
10:00 AM - Yoga
7:00 PM - Gala Committee
Meeting
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
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WEDNESDAY
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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9:00 AM - Religious School
9:00 AM - 1st Day of
Religious School
12:30 PM - KATONTY
(3rd-5th)
Rainforest Cafe &
Gameroom
Early Childhood
in the Sukkah
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22
KAFTY Board Meeting to
follow
16
2:30 PM - 1st Day of Gesher
After School Program
3:15 PM - Gesher Parent
Meeting
9
8
15
2
1
MONDAY
10:00 AM - Sukkah Building
with KAFTY & Brotherhood
SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 2013
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5:30 PM - Havdalah
Bar Mitzvah of
Noah Engelhard
10:15 AM - Bar Mitzvah of
Roy Weissman
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14
7
Yom Kippur
10:15 AM - Yom Kippur
Morning Service
10:15 AM - Yom Kippur Parallel
Youth Service
(1st-3rd Grade)
1:30 PM - Yom Kippur Family
Service
4:30 PM - Yom Kippur Afternoon
Yizkor and Neilah
SATURDAY
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6
1
2
WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM - Religious School
9:00 AM - K-2 Family Program
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
10:00 AM - Yoga
6:30 PM - Religious School
10:30 AM - Sisterhood Daytime 7:00 PM - Gala Committee
Meeting
Book Club at Posnack JCC
7:30 PM - Evening Book Club 7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
at Temple
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27
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23
10:00 AM - Yoga
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
10:00 AM - Yoga
12:00 PM - Adult Education
Lunch & Learn w/the Clergy
7:00 PM - Gala Committee
Meeting
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
6:30 PM - Religious School
7:00 PM - Special Guest
Speaker
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16
10:00 AM - Yoga
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
9
15
6:30 PM - Religious School
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6:30 PM - 1st Day of 7th-12th 10:00 AM - Yoga
7:00 PM - Rosh Chodesh
Religious School
Adult Education
7:15 PM - Intro to Judaism
TUESDAY
6:30 PM - Religious School
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14
7
MONDAY
9:00 AM - Religious School
9:30 AM - Women’s Self
Defense Seminar
JAFCO - In My Sneakers 5K
See flyer for times
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KAFTY(9th-12th) - at
NFTY-STR Fall in Boca
9:00 AM - Religious School
1:00 PM - Camp Colman
Meeting
1:30 PM - Senior Friends
Meeting
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9:00 AM - Religious School
9:00 AM Sisterhood Chai Tea
9:00 AM Adult Education
How to “do” Shabbat
SUNDAY
4
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No Gesher
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KAFTY(9th-12th) - at
NFTY-STR Fall in Boca
12
10:15 AM - Bat Mitzvah of
Hayley Landman
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SATURDAY
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Rabbi Needleman’s
Welcome Gala
7:00 PM - Cocktail Reception
8:00 PM - Dining & Dancing
8:00 PM - Las Vegas Style
Gaming
6:00 PM - Cocktail Reception
7:30 PM - Shabbat &
Installation Service
Catered Oneg to follow
2
10:15 AM - B’Nai Mitzvah of
Connor Lowerre &
Hunter Becker-Greene
6:00 PM - KAFTY(9th-12th)
Program
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Rabbi Needleman’s
Installation Serbice
1
7:30 PM - PINK Shabbat
Oneg to follow
No School - Teacher Work
Day
No Gesher
25
5:30 PM - Havdalah
Bar Mitzvah of
Aidan Greenstein
6:00 PM - MiSTY(6th-8th)
Program
19
7:30 PM - Healing Shabbat
10:15 AM - B’Nai Mitzvah of
Services - Healing Teas, Fresh
Joshua & Michael Geller
Fruit & Sorbet Oneg
KAFTY(9th-12th) - at
NFTY-STR Fall in Boca
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6:00 PM - MiSTY(6th-8th)
Shabbat
6:30 PM - Shabbat Services
Followed by Israeli Tapas
and Cocktails
FRIDAY
3:30 PM - KATONTY(3rd-5th) 6:00 PM - Tot Shabbat
Scavenger Hunt & Dinner 6:00 PM - KAFTY(9th-12th)
Shabbat
6:00 PM - Executive Board
7:30 PM - Shabbat Services
Meeting
Oneg to follow
7:00 PM - Board Meeting
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12:00 PM - Jewish Film Series
“Praying in Her Own Voice”
7:00 PM - Sisterhood Board
Meeting
7:00 PM - Board of Education
Meeting
7:30 PM - Bingotini
10
7:30 PM Torah on Tap at
Bokampers with
Rabbi Needleman
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THURSDAY
OCTOBER 2013
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
8200 Peters Road
Plantation, FL 33324
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