March-April 2015 - Woodbury Jewish Center
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March-April 2015 - Woodbury Jewish Center
VOL. 22 ISSUE 4 THE WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER MARCH-APRIL 2015: ADAR-NISAN-IYAR 5775 Purim Services & Events Wednesday, March 4th Family Purim Megillah Reading 5:00 pm in our Sanctuary Purim Carnival 5:45-7:00pm Children and Adults are encouraged to come in costume Sponsored by Ken & Erika Witover and Family In Loving Memory of their beloved mother and grandmother, Frances Witover Mincha 7:00 pm followed by Maariv Traditional Purim Megillah Reading in the Chapel Thursday, March 5th Morning Purim Service at 6:15 am in the Chapel with traditional Megillah Reading WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER 200 South Woods Road Woodbury, New York 11797 (516)496-9100 Fax (516)496-9245 www.thewjc.org NAME PHONE Rabbi Raphael Adler Cantor Aaron Cohen Director of Education Dr. Gerald Meisel Nursery School Co-Directors Vivien Grossman Cindy Common Synagogue Administrator Linda Altman E-MAIL 496-9100 X125 496-9100 X123 [email protected] [email protected] 496-9100 X102 [email protected] 496-9100 X103 496-9100 x 100 [email protected] [email protected] 496-9100 X120 [email protected] OFFICERS President: Vice Presidents: Jeffrey Fachler Paul Chaskes Michael Cohen Erika Witover Corporate Secretary: Ellen Feit Treasurer: Paul Woldar [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] TRUSTEES Rami Abada Boris Chartan David Edelheit Mark Fierstein Kara Goldstein Rosemarie Klipper Lance Kuba Michael Lubman Mark Minsky Rebecca Obedian Adrianne Roth Robin Schorr Kenneth Schuster Beth Steinberg SISTERHOOD President Felice Linder MEN’S CLUB President Mark Minsky Nursery Association Co-Presidents Mollie Newman & Whitney Sigler RABBI EMERITUS Arthur Rulnick Adult Education Bar/Bat Mitzvah Branding Catering Chesed Endowments/Fund Raising Education Facebook Finance/Budget Gala/Fund Raising Historian House Interior Kiddush/Oneg/Fri. Dinners Legal Library Marketing Membership Nursery PAST PRESIDENTS Cynthia Matte David L. Gaffner Paul Smolevitz Martin A. Pollak Abraham Zelkin Les Loffman Robin Spielman M. Kenneth Witover Mark Anesh WJC Bookkeeper: Silvia Padron 496-9100 X122 E-mail: [email protected] S.A.G.E.- WJC Senior Group: Roberta Weinstein-Cohen 496-9100 X 352 Youth Director: Esther DuBow [email protected] Felice Linder Sisterhood: [email protected] Men’s Club: Mark Minsky [email protected] COMMITTEE CHAIRS Jewish Community PARENT’S ASSOCIATION Administrator/SHOFAR: Linda Altman 496-9100 X120 E-mail: [email protected] Parsonage PJ Library Program Publicity Ritual Rulnick Tribute Security Senior Group Strategic Planning Website Youth Group 2 Alan Multz Beth Steinberg Jeff Fachler Cindy Matte Gary Spirgel David Gaffner Ken Schuster Paul Woldar Adrianne Roth Boris Chartan Roya Obedian Laury Weber Michael Cohen Paul Woldar Debra Daniels Victor Hatami Ellen Feit Mark Fierstein Mark Levine Elkie Rosen Adrienne Roth Rami Abada Rosemarie Klipper Randi Sinel Paul Chaskes Lance Kuba Marilyn Bloomberg Sandra Schoenbart Mark Fierstein Mark Fierstein Adrianne Roth Robin Schorr Michael Cohen Robin Schorr Sandra Schoenbart Mark Fierstein Paul Chaskes Ellen Feit Bonnie Weinstock Debra Daniels Cindy Matte Akiva Shmuelov Lance Kuba David Edelheit Mark Fierstein Randi Sinel [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] MARCH-APRIL 2015 WEEKLY PARSHA CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 Fri., Mar. 6 Fri., Mar.13 Fri., Mar. 20 Fri., Mar. 27 Fri., Apr. 3 Sat., Apr. 4 Thurs., Apr. 9 Fri., Apr. 10 Fri., Apr. 17 Fri., Apr. 24 ………………… ………………… ………………… ………………… ………………… ………………… ………………… ………………… ………………… ……………….. 5:32 p.m. 6:40 p.m. 6:48 p.m. 6:55 p.m. 7:02 p.m. 8:02 p.m. 7:09 p.m. 7:10 p.m. 7:17 p.m. 7:25 p.m. Saturday, March 7: Parshat Ki Tissa Saturday, March 14: Parshat Vayakhel-Pekudei Saturday, March 21: Parshat Vayikra Saturday, March 28: Parshat Tzav Saturday, April 4: First Day of Pesach Saturday, April 11 : Eighth Day of Pesach Saturday, April 18: Parshat Shemini Saturday, April 25: Parshat Tazria-Metzora JOIN US FOR SERVICES: FRIDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 7:00 AM YAHRZEIT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM OUR RABBI AND RITUAL COMMITTEE FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES AT 6:30 PM Rabbi Adler will be announcing the names of all loved ones whose Yahrzeit (Jewish date of death) falls during the week to come. This will take place before the Mourner’s Kaddish prayer is recited each Friday evening and Sabbath morning. (Shabbat service times are listed to the left.) SHABBAT MORNING SERVICE AT 9:00 AM SUNDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 9:00 AM MONDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 7:00 AM We encourage all family members who are commemorating a Yahrzeit to make an extra effort to attend Shabbat Services at least once either Friday night or Saturday morning to hear their loved one’s name recalled in our memorial prayer. W EDNESDAY EVENING MINYAN AT 7:30 PM THURSDAY MORNING MINYAN AT 6:15 AM WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER Rabbi Adler & Cantor Cohen hold office hours at the times listed below. If you need an alternate appointment, please call or e-mail them to schedule a time. Rabbi Adler: 496-9100 x 125 FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICES MARCH-APRIL 2015 FAMILY CONGREGATION March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th April 18th, 25th 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, meets in the Chapel [email protected] Sunday: 9:30 to 11:00 am Monday: 9:00 am to 11:00 am & 4:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 to 2:00 pm ……………………………………………………………………….. BIRTHDAY SHABBAT * Birthday Celebrations March 14th & April 18th Celebrate your child’s birthday at Cantor Cohen:496-9100 x 123 [email protected] When school is in session Monday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Wednesday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Friday: 12:00 to 2:00 pm Sunday: 9:30 to 11:30 am 4:30 to 6:30 pm 4:30 to 6:30 pm WJC Family Services Children receive a birthday blessing from parents Enjoy a birthday cake Take home a birthday present *Parents may become Birthday Shabbat sponsors. call the Religious School for Info.: 496-9100 X510 When school is not in session Mon., Wed. Thurs. & Fri.: 10:00am to 12:00 pm Sunday: 9:30 to 11:30 am 3 THE RABBI SPEAKS March is here, and so Purim and then Passover are nearly upon us. Two very different holidays in almost every way, falling in such close proximity. The Festival of Lots portrays small miracles that through the twists and turns of fate create the unmistakable presence of the Almighty’s handiwork. The Festival of Matzot is far less subtle. Overpowering miracles are at the core of this commemoration. The splitting of the Red Sea is along with the Revelation at Sinai, the most awesome display of Divine power experienced by human beings. And yet, the Kabbalah draws a parallel between Purim and Passover and ties the two together as a metaphor for our lives. It is the Baal Shem Tov, the founder of the Hasidic movement, who taught the true purpose of human existence. He explains that a soul descends into the world and lives a span of years for one true purpose; to do a favor for another. When we do so and thus fulfill our earthly mission, we are reverting to our true nature. Just like the sea that had been waiting thousands of years to split for the Israelites in order to reveal its true purpose. Our souls too, are waiting just like that Sea of Reeds to actualize our promise and potential holiness. At Purim, we read in the Megillah of the dramatic exchange between Queen Esther and Mordechai. Her uncle insists that Esther plead for her people before her royal husband. Esther protests that she will be unable to visit King Ahasuerus uninvited, since it is a strict prohibition in the royal court, incurring the death penalty. Mordechai reprimands her in no uncertain terms, that putting herself on the line for others is the whole purpose of her earthly existence. Your entire life, Mordechai tells Esther has led you to this very moment. It is the reason why you have become queen of all Persia in such a miraculous and extraordinary fashion. There are moments in all our lives where we can take the easy road, or make a stand. We may ignore our “better angels” and refuse to make a difference. Or we can choose to perform an act of kindness for another. Let us then keep in mind the goal of our existence and when a moment arrives (and it will) let us endeavor to reach out and aid one in need. Chag Sameach, Rabbi Raphael Adler 4 THE CANTOR’S VOICE I thank all participants from our Woodbury Jewish Center family who joined our synagogue’s third pilgrimage to Israel - all of your enthusiasm, curiosity, and warmth contributed to making our trip spiritually fulfilling, educational, and a fantastic experience! In celebration of Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israel’s Independence Day), here are a few snapshots from our trip: Our trip was demanding but lots of fun, each day we began our day bright and early traveling throughout Jerusalem, Beersheva, Mitzpe Ramon, Eilat, Tel Aviv, the Negev and then back for more of Jerusalem. We visited an Ethiopian Absorption Center and heard the accounts of what life was like in Ethiopia, how they came to Israel and have learned to adapt and become Israelis. We lit Chanukah candles with these charming Ethiopians in a extremely moving ceremony. We visited a Cochani village where Jews from India immigrated and brought their entire beautiful synagogue with them to Israel. We stood in Independence Hall and listened to the reenactment of Ben Gurion announcing the creation of the State of Israel! As we rose to sing Hatikvah we were overwhelmed with emotion. We visited Masada and Herodian – two palaces built by King Herod. We floated in the amazing Dead Sea even after a filling lunch at a Spa. We also had many laughs riding camels in the desert. We visited Ben Gurion’s grave with it’s breathtaking views and learned of his vision to expand the Negev, which is rapidly growing today. We sat inside the actual plane used to rescue Jewish hostages held in Entebbe, Uganda at Israel’s Air Force Museum. We took a fun filled threehour tasting tour in Jerusalem. We held Kabbalat Shabbat services on the beach in Tel Aviv and attended Shabbat services at Conservative synagogues in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. We joined an archeological dig in Jerusalem and toured the Kotel tunnels and the Southern Wall. We walked the trenches at Ammunition Hill and visualized the fierce battle for Jerusalem during the ‘67 war. We gathered at Herzl’s grave and thanked him for his dream of our Jewish homeland. We walked through Yad Vashem sadly, seeing the near destruction of our people! Walking out of Yad Vashem we were extremely thankful for our Jewish homeland and a safe haven for Jews all over the world! (**Join us for WJC’s Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony and Yom Hashoah Program Wednesday April 15th at 7PM. This year we are honored to have an inspiring dynamic speaker Charlie Harary whose topic will be “The Next Generation’s responsibility to Remember the Holocaust”.) The pinnacle of our spiritual journey was the Bar Mitzvah at Robinson’s Arch. Robinson’s Arch is a part of the Western Wall supervised by the Conservative movement where both men and women may pray together. With great pride and emotion we kvelled as Brett Fabregas, Cooper Scher, Robert Scher (Cooper’s grandfather) and Jacob Hersly celebrated their Bar Mitzvah at the Western Wall. What an experience for the B’nai Mitzvah - and for all of us - to hold such a moving service on a site of such historical significance. We all found the experience of offering our private prayers at the Western Wall especially meaningful, while placing all our/your notes in The Wall. As we prayed I could feel the enthusiasm and vigor in our prayers. The words of our prayers came alive as we prayed “Praised are you Lord, who spreads a shelter of peace over us, over all his people and over Jerusalem.” Thank you again, to all those who made this trip possible and incredibly rewarding. Our participants came away with a greater appreciation of Israel, a deeper understanding of Jewish history and at least a few more lifelong friends. To all those who were unable to attend, I hope you are able to join us on our next congregational trip. Am Yisrael Chai! Cantor Aaron Cohen 5 FROM THE PRESIDENT Snow and bitter cold: has everyone had enough of it? I know that I have, and I do look forward to the warmer weather, but until we put our boots away for the season, why not spend some time with close friends and family warming up at The Woodbury Jewish Center? There are many appealing and exciting events taking place over the next few months. Just this past Saturday evening, over 300 people joined us to honor our most recent past president and my great friend, Cindy Matte, at our annual gala. It was a wonderful, joyous evening filled with laughter, great food, and great music. Mazel Tov to Cindy, Scott, Rebecca, Jennie and all of Cindy’s family on a most deserved honor. Thank you to our caterer Regal of Woodbury, and to Tom, Melissa, and Sarah and the rest of their staff for setting such a beautiful room and providing delicious food. You were a pleasure to work with. Thank you to Victor and Dolores Hatami and Great Neck Games for EVERYTHING that they do, year after year, ensuring a fantastic gala. Thank you to the gala committee, Victor Hatami, Debbie Daniels, Bonnie Fachler, Michael Cohen, Mindy Smolevitz, Sandy Schoenbart, Rebecca Deckner, Joyce Kaufman, and Wendy Spirgel for making it such a successful evening. Unless you’ve done a journal (I have), you can’t really know how difficult it is to put one together. Thank you so much to Felice Linder and Ellen Feit who made this year’s journal a work of art. Lastly, a heartfelt todah rabah to the evening’s sponsors: The Sakhai Family (Entertainment), The Witover Family (Décor), The Friends of Cindy Matte (Journal), and Todd Hinrichs (Invitations). March is a busy month at the WJC. On March 4th, we will be celebrating Purim with various Megillah readings and a wonderful carnival and brunch, generously sponsored by the Witover family in loving memory of Ken’s mom, Frances Witover. Thank you to the Hatamis and Great Neck Games for supplying all of the games. A special thank you to Felice Linder and the Sisterhood for the outstanding job they did selling, stuffing, and delivering the Shalach Manot bags. Join us on Friday evening, March 13th, for Shabbat Across America; a dinner, catered by Regal of Woodbury, will follow services. Please return a reservation form to the office to reserve your spot. Thanks to Paul Chaskes for organizing this event. As you know, our Rabbi Search Committee has been diligently meeting and interviewing prospective rabbis; one candidate will be spending the weekend of March 6 th with us. This will be a perfect opportunity to get to know someone who may become our next spiritual leader. Furthermore, we can show him what a warm, caring, and welcoming congregation we are. By now, an e-mail has been sent with all of the particulars of that weekend. Your attendance at services that weekend is highly important. March also marks the beginning of a new Board for the WJC. At the annual meeting last month, we welcomed our newest Trustees, Kara Goldstein, Rebecca Obedian, and Michael Lubman to the Administrative Board, along with returning Trustees Beth Steinberg, Rosemarie Klipper, and Rami Abada. Mark Minsky, our current Men’s Club President has been nominated to join the Administrative Board. I eagerly look forward to working with this new Board. Together, this dedicated and enthusiastic group of lay leaders is helping to build our future. It will be my honor to work with each of them. Sadly, I say goodbye to a few board members who will not be returning. They have each made important contributions to our synagogue and I am grateful to have had the pleasure of working with them. Randi Sinel, Alan Multz, Sandra Schoenbart, Gary Spirgel, and Roya Obedian; I salute you. You will be missed. On Wednesday April 15th, we invite you to our Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony with guest speaker Charlie Harary. His topic will be “The Next Generation’s Responsibility to Remember the Holocaust.” Thank you to Elkie Rosen, Gayle Rotto, Cantor Cohen, and Marlene Cohen for organizing this important evening. There are many other events scheduled for March and April mentioned in this Shofar. Please try attending a few of them. It certainly beats shoveling! My family and I wish you and your families a Zissen Pesach. Jeff Fachler 6 Join with us on Friday evening, March 13th for Shabbat Across America as Synagogues of all denominations in the U.S.A. and Canada turn Friday night into Shabbat Shabbat Evening Services at 6:30pm Followed by Shabbat Dinner Catered by Regal Caterers in our Cocktail Room Join us for Shabbat Dinner By Prior Reservation Cost: $50 per family: family includes Parent(s) and children up to age 18 $30 per single adult without children $10 children between age 5 and 18 Everyone is welcome to share in this special Shabbat evening *************************************************************** Shabbat Across America Reservation Please return reservation coupon with your payment made payable to Woodbury Jewish Center, 200 S. Woods Road, Woodbury, NY 11797 Family Name:___________________________________ # of Adults: ___ # of children: ____ Ages of children: _______ Enclosed is payment of: Family $50.00 ____ Single Adult $30: ____ Children $10: (between age 5-18) ____ Total Payment Enclosed: _____________ 7 Mechirat Chametz Authorization Pesach, the Festival of Freedom, born of liberation from Egyptian bondage, has left an indelible impression on Jewish memory. Apart from its observance in the synagogue, Pesach has a unique place in the Jewish home. A Passover atmosphere is created in the home by the tradition and practice of removing all chametz or leaven in preparation for the holiday and by meticulous avoidance of the use of chametz or leaven throughout the days of Passover both at home and when away. Since we must not have chametz in our possession during Passover, Jewish law mandates that we sell all the chametz in our possession to a non-Jew for Pesach. The procedure is that you sell your chametz to Rabbi Adler giving him the authorization to sell the chametz to a nonJew. ************** I, the undersigned, fully empower and permit Rabbi Raphael Adler to act in my behalf to sell all chametz possessed by me (knowingly or unknowingly) as defined by the Torah and Rabbinic Law, and to lease all places wherein the chametz owned by me may be found, especially in the premises located at the address indicated below. Rabbi Raphael Adler has the full right to sell and to lease by transactions he deems fit and proper, and for such time which he believes necessary in accordance with all detailed terms and forms as explained in the general authorization contract. ……..please tear off and return this form to the synagogue office…….. PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM NO LATER THAN APRIL 1st, 2015 Name_____________________________________________________________ Address___________________________________________________________ Phone #____________________________________________________________ Signature___________________________________________________________ It is customary to enclose a donation to the Woodbury Jewish Center Rabbi’s Fund; so that you can help poor Jews celebrate Pesach and so that you can participate in the re-purchase of your chametz at the end of the Festival. 8 SCHEDULE OF PASSOVER SERVICES Thursday, April 2 Search for Chametz after sundown Monday, April 6 Minyan 7:00 a.m. Friday, April 3 6:30 a.m.-Service for First Born Candle lighting 7:02 p.m. Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 p.m. 1st Seder Wednesday, April 8 Evening Minyan 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9 Minyan 6:15 a.m. Candle lighting 7:09 p.m. Saturday, April 4 1st Day of Passover Shabbat Pesach Morning Service 9:00 a.m. Candle lighting 8:02 p. m. 2nd Seder Friday, April 10 7th Day of Passover Passover Morning Service, 9:00 a.m. Candle lighting 8:09 p.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11 8th Day of Passover Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 a.m. Yizkor Sunday, April 5 2nd Day of Passover Passover Morning Service, 9:00 a.m. PLEASE JOIN US FOR WJCS ANNUAL PRE-PASSOVER SERVICE & SIYYUM BREAKFAST (SPONSORED BY THE WJC MEN’S CLUB) FOR THE FIRST BORN FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD@ 6:30 A.M. Our tradition requires that the first born male of every family fast on the day before Passover. However, it also offers us a way of avoiding this fast. Those participating in a special religious celebration are exempt from the traditional fast. Therefore on, FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD @ 6:30 A.M. We invite all the first born males of our congregation, as well as all those who wish to join us for our morning service, to participate in a siyyum. A siyyum is a special celebration which takes place each time a tractate of the Talmud has been completed. The Siyyum is followed by a special breakfast in honor of the completion of the tractate of Talmud. We encourage you to join us and to bring along your sons so that they can begin to make a tradition of participating in this ritual. 9 Passover Reference Guide This special Passover section is being provided to you as a guide in helping you plan your Passover seder. Upon conclusion of the search, the symbolic pieces of bread which were collected into a box or a paper bag, are put aside for burning the next morning. Breakfast should be eaten before the Chametz is burned and generally, no Chametz may be eaten after 9:00 a.m. on the following morning. A KOSHER PASSOVER The Jewish Dietary Laws become more focused at Pesach time. A new dimension is added to the pattern of observance. Chametz, leaven, is to be removed from our lives and our homes. No bread, no regular cakes, no crackers, no cereal ONLY MATZA. PREPARING THE SEDER TABLE The preparation of the Seder table should involve the whole family if possible. Children can help set the table, color place cards, make matza covers from napkins, and take charge of the salt water. The more that people participate, the greater their sense of involvement– and the lighter the burden on those doing the planning and cooking. In honor of the festival, and in celebration of freedom, many people set the table with their finest dishes. In honor of spring and the festival, some buy or pick flowers for the table. The Torah gives us two reasons for Matza, unleavened bread. God’s command to Moses and the Israelites to flee to Egypt was given on short notice. In their haste to leave, they could not allow the flat bread to rise. We eat Matza as a symbol of the Exodus from Egypt. Another explanation for eating Matza is that it symbolizes the bread of poverty and slavery. The sweet, light and fluffy Challah we eat on Shabbat and other holidays is in sharp contrast to the simple qualities of Matza. Our tradition tells us that Chametz also means “that which sours.” The rabbis teach us that Passover is a season of the year when we should strive to remove that which sours our lives, that which causes us to be blind to the needs of others, that which prevents us from offering a helping hand to those less fortunate. Keeping kosher on Passover is more than merely changing our eating habits. It calls upon us to renew our commitment to traditions and our fellow human beings. Besides the Haggadah and whatever food will be served at the meal, the main items needed for the seder are the seder plate, matzot, and wine. The Seder Plate The seder plate—k’arah– contains all the symbols of the seder. While any dish can be used, many people own special ceremonial plates marked for each item. One seder plate will suffice, but people often lay out individual ones. DID YOU KNOW??? It has been the custom in Jewish households since ancient times that on the night before Passover eve (this year, Thursday, April 2nd), the ceremony of “Bedikat Chametz” is observed. This ceremony involves the family making a diligent search of all possible places of the house for any crumbs of Chametz. These utensils include a candle, a wooden spoon, several pieces of bread, and a whisk made of several chicken or goose feathers. The person conducting the search symbolically hides a few pieces of bread, customarily on the window sills in each room of the house. During the search under candlelight, the pieces of bread are “discovered” and ceremoniously brushed with the feather onto the wooden spoon. At the onset of the search, the following blessing is recited: 1. Karpas– a vegetable, usually green such as parsley, symbolizing spring and rebirth. It is dipped in salt water near the beginning of the seder. 2. Haroset– a mixture of chopped apples, nuts, wine and spices. We dip the maror into haroset to lessen the bitter herbs’ taste. It also symbolizes the mortar that the slaves made for bricks in Egypt. Recipes for haroset vary widely among Jews, though the above list of ingredients is the most common among Ashkenazic Jews. One Sephardic recipe includes bananas, dates, raisins, apples, nuts, wine, and cinnamon. 3. Maror– the bitter herbs. Either romaine lettuce or freshly ground horseradish is used as a symbol of the bitterness of slavery. If using romaine lettuce, carefully wash it to remove any small insects that often infest it. Horseradish should be unadulterated-that is without beets or vinegar found in most commercially prepared horseradish. If grating your own, do so in a wellventilated area long before the seder and leave the horseradish uncovered so it will lose some of its strength. The rabbis listed an order or preference for Ba-ruch-a-tah-a-do-nai, Elo-hay-nu-melekh ha-o-lam, a sher-kid-ish-anu-b-mitzvo-tav ve-tzi-va-nu-al-be-oor Chametz. 10 horseradish uncovered so it will lose some of its strength. The rabbis listed an order or preference for maror as follows: romaine lettuce, horseradish, endive, or escarole. They preferred romaine lettuce because, like the Egyptian experience, it first tastes sweet. There is no one clear reason why we have specifically four cups of wine at the seder. The most common explanation connects the Four Cups with the four expressions of redemption found in Exodus 6:6-7: “I am the Lord. I will free you from the burdens of the Egyptians and deliver you from their bondage, I will redeem You with an outstretched arm...and I will take you to be My people…” 4. Beitzah– a roasted egg, symbol of the festival sacrifice (korban hagigah) offered by each Jew going up to the temple in Jerusalem. The egg should be hard-boiled and then, still in its shell, placed on a stove burner until part of it is scorched. OTHER ITEMS AND PRACTICES FOR THE SEDER… Salt water– We dip vegetables (karpas) into salt water, symbols of the tears of slavery. Prepare enough bowls of salted water before the seder. 5. Zeroa– a roasted bone, commonly a shank bone, symbol of the Passover sacrifice (korban pesah). The bone is roasted and then scorched in a similar manner as the egg to simulate the Passover sacrifice, which was roasted. For vegetarians and others who prefer not to use a bone, the rabbis have suggested an alternative, a broiled beet. Reclining– It is a mitzvah to recline during the seder, since reclining while eating was a sign of freedom in the ancient world. We recline to our left side (an arm chair or pillows can facilitate the reclining) when we partake of the four cups, matza, koreikh, and the afikomen. We do not recline when eating symbols of slavery such as maror. MATZOT-Three matzot, placed one atop the other, are used during the seder. Many people use special cloth “matza covers” that have three compartments. If not using a matza cover, it is customary to cover the matzot with a napkin during the seder. The matzot are placed next to the seder plate (as with the seder plate, anyone can have his or her own set of matzot). The three matzot are seen as symbolic of the three categories of Jews: priests (kohanim), Levites, and Israelites. Elijah’s Cup– A large, ornate goblet is set aside for Elijah since according to legend, Elijah visits every home on Passover and drinks from his cup. Kittel– in some households, the leader of the seder wears a kittel– a white robe that reminds us of the priestly garments worn at the time of the Passover sacrifice. PASSOVER FOOD PREPARATION At the seder we use the plain flour-and-water type of matza since the seder requires lehem oni-the plain bread of affliction. Even if you eat egg matza during Passover, all authorities agree you will be not fulfilling the commandment concerning matza that is better tasting and easier to eat and should be used at the seder by those who really cannot digest regular matza. Some people prefer to use matzah shemurah (watched matza) for the seder. These are made from flour/grain that has been watched from the time of harvest to prevent any possible contact with water, which could lead to leavening. Regular matza is watched only from the time the grain is ground. Definition of Chametz– In Exodus 12:15 the Bible tells us, “Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread; on the very first day you shall remove Chametz from your houses…” The Rabbis specified five grains which can become Chametz: wheat, barley, spelt, rye and oats. Ashkenazic authorities added to this list rice and kitniyot, usually defined as legumes (including beans, peas, lentils, corn, maize, millet and mustard). Prohibited Foods– Prohibited foods include the following: leavened bread, cakes, biscuits, crackers, coffee with cereal derivatives in them, wheat barley, oats, spelt, rye and all liquids containing ingredients or flavors made from grain alcohol. The Committee on Jewish Law and Standards has ruled unanimously that peanuts and peanut oil are permissible as peanuts are not actually legumes. Some authorities permit, while others forbid, the use of legumes in a form other than its natural state– for example, corn sweeteners, corn oil, soy oil. Rabbi Adler follows the lenient ruling and permits legume derivatives. WINE- “Kosher for Passover” wine is needed for the Four Cups. Since each person is required to drink four cups, everyone should have his or her own glass. The drinking of the four cups is a mitzvah not an endurance test. Since it is important to be fully conscious at the seder, rather than sleepy or tipsy, you may use “Kosher for Passover” grape juice instead of wine. If, for reasons of health you cannot drink wine or juice, raisin wine or any drink you would serve guests can be used. 11 Permitted Foods- Earthenware- (china, pottery, etc.) may not be kashered. However, fine translucent chinaware which has not been used for over a year may be used if scoured and cleansed in hot water. A. The following foods require no kosher le-Pesach label if purchased prior to Pesach: unopened packages or containers of natural coffee without cereal additives (however, be aware the coffees produced by General Foods are not kosher for Passover unless marked KP); sugar; pure tea; salt (not iodized); pepper; natural spices; frozen fruit juices with no additives; frozen (uncooked) vegetables for (legumes see above); milk, butter, cottage cheese; cream cheese; ripened cheeses such as cheddar (hard); Muenster (semi-soft) and Camembert (soft) frozen (uncooked) fruit with no additives; baking soda. B. The following foods require no kosher le-Pesach label if purchased before or during Pesach: fresh fruits and vegetables (for legumes see above); eggs, fresh fish and fresh kosher meat. Metal- (wholly made of metal) UTENSILS USED IN FIRE (spit, broiler, must first be thoroughly scrubbed and cleansed and then made as hot as possible. Those used for cooking or eating (silverware, pots) must be thoroughly scrubbed and cleansed and completely immersed in boiling water. Pots should have water boiled in them which will overflow the rim. The utensils should not be used for a period of at least 24 hours between the cleaning and the immersion in boiling water. Metal baking utensils cannot be kashered. Ovens and Ranges– Every part that comes in contact with food must be thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned. Then, oven and range should be heated as hot as possible for a half-hour. If there is a broil setting, use it. Selfcleaning ovens should be scrubbed and cleaned and then put through the self-cleaning cycle. Continuous cleaning ovens must be kashered in the same manner as regular ovens. C. The following foods require a kosher le-Pesach label if purchased before or during Pesach: All baked products (matza, cakes, matza flour, farfel, matza meal, and many products containing matza); canned or bottled fruit juices. These juices are often clarified with kitniyot which are not listed, among the ingredients; canned tuna (since tuna, even when packed in water), has often been processed in vegetable broth and/or hydrolyzed protein; wine vinegar, liquor, oils, dried fruits, candy, chocolate flavored milk, ice cream, yogurt and soda. D. The following foods (canned, bottled or frozen) require a kosher le-Pesach label if purchased during Pesach; milk, butter, juices; vegetables; fruit; milk products, spices; coffee; tea and fish; as all foods listed in category C. Microwave Ovens-which do not cook the food by means of heat should be cleaned, and then a cup of water should be placed inside. The oven should be turned on until the water disappears. A microwave oven that has a browning element cannot be kashered for Pesach Glassware– authorities disagree as to the method for kashering drinking utensils. One opinion requires soaking in water for three days, changing the water every 24 hours. The other opinion requires only a thorough scrubbing before Pesach or putting them through a dishwasher. Detergents- if certified as kosher during the year, powdered and liquid detergents do not require a special kosher le-Pesach label. Dishwasher– After not using the machine for a period of 24 hours, a full cycle with detergent should be run. Medicine– Since Chametz binders are used in many pills, the following guidelines should be followed. If the medicine is required for life sustaining therapy, it may be used on Pesach, if it is not, try to refrain from using it. In all cases, capsules are preferable Electrical appliances– If the parts that come into contact with Chametz are removable, they can be kashered in the appropriate way. (If metal, follow the Rules for metal utensils). If the parts are not removable, the appliance cannot be kashered. (All exposed parts should be thoroughly cleaned and covered, and then may be used. Kashering of Utensils– The process of kashering utensils depends on how the utensils are used. According to halakhah, leaven can be purged from a utensil by the same process in which it was absorbed in the utensil (kevoleo kakh poleto). Therefore, utensils used in cooking are kashered by boiling, those used in broiling are kashered by fire and heat, and those used only for cold food are kashered by rinsing. Tables, Closets, and Counters– If used with Chametz, they should be thoroughly cleaned and covered, and then may be used. Kitchen Sink– A metal sink can be kashered by thoroughly cleaning and then pouring boiling water over it. A porcelain sink should be cleaned and a sink rack used. If however, dishes are to be soaked in a porcelain sink, a dish basin must be used. 12 WOODBURY JEWISH CENTER INVITES OUR CONGREGATION AND COMMUNITY TO OUR HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY AND YOM HASHOAH PROGRAM Wednesday April 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. This Year We are Honored to have As Our Guest Speaker CHARLIE HARARY An Inspiring World Renowned Speaker whose topic will be “The Next Generation’s Responsibility to Remember the Holocaust” WE WILL HAVE A MEMORIAL CANDLELIGHTING CEREMONY WITH THE CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN OF HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS If you have any questions please e-mail: Elkie Rosen at: [email protected] or Gayle Rotto at: [email protected] 13 14 14 15 MEN’S CLUB NEWS Hi Everyone, Happy Spring to come. Feels good to know this cold miserable winter is nearly behind us with better weather and times to come. Can't wait. Speaking of can't wait, Men's Club has a number of activities lined up that you can't wait for: With Purim around the corner that can only mean one thing. Yup, our pre Passover wine sale. Once again, you benefit with discounted holiday wine and WJC gets a rebate back on total sales. So it is a win-win. And no sales tax too. Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs is holding its 32nd annual Man and Youth of the Year dinner at Crest Hollow on Sunday, March 29th. Thirty synagogues are participating including WJC. Please congratulate and support our two phenomenal nominees: Man of the Year - Brian Smith and Youth of the Year Jared Goff. Details regarding this event have been sent to you via WJC Updates and the life size poster board in the WJC lobby. Consider sending Brian and Jared a note of congratulations. Even better, attend the event and/ or take out a small journal ad. On Sunday, March 15th at 10:00 am, back by popular demand, our favorite novelist and Congressman, Rep. Steve Israel makes a return visit to speak to the Congregation. Please come ready with questions to ask. It should be a peppery forum as it was in November of 2013. With Passover coming in early April, Men’s Club will be providing breakfast for the fast of the first born on Friday morning, April 3rd. Passover also means Holocaust Remembrance Day on April 15th when we light the "Yellow Candles" that you will receive. If anyone can help me with local area deliveries of candles, please let me know. Finally, Men's Club will be planning its 3rd annual Summer BBQ. The date is tbd. It was quite heartening to see the growth in attendance between 2013 and 2014 (from 35 to 95 attendees). This has proven to be a very popular event with great food, great camaraderie and fun times. Happy Purim and Pesach. Mark Minsky Men's Club President SENIOR’S GROUP-SAGE Neither snow nor rain nor sleet nor freezing rain nor any other cold, wet precipitation that Mother Nature can throw at us in the winter can keep our intrepid SAGE seniors away from the wonderful warmth of our community! A lovely, intimate gathering heard and saw a fascinating presentation by our very own Rabbi Raphael Adler related to Jews and presidents, in honor of Presidents Day (and on Lincoln's birthday). Our gratitude and thanks to Rabbi Adler for the many incredible programs he has provided to us. As most of you know, Rabbi Adler will be leaving Woodbury at the end of this coming summer. We wish him hatzlachah wherever he goes, and we will miss him. Our next two meetings will be held on: Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 10:30 AM in the Kiddush Room Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 10:30 AM in the Kiddush Room* *Please note: there will be no meeting in April due to the Passover holiday Join us at our next meeting on Thursday, March 12, as Ira Epstein helps us explore Comedy Through Music: The Genius of Allan Sherman. Until then, stay warm, stay safe, and stay well! Roberta Weinstein-Cohen, MSW SAGE Program Director 16 17 RELIGIOUS SCHOOL NEWS A wonderful article appeared in a local community newspaper by Wayne Dyer, a respected writer in the field of self-empowerment. His message teaches children and adults an important lesson that reflects our Jewish values. His premise is “if we practice gratitude as opposed to maintaining an attitude of entitlement, we’ll automatically extend inspiration wherever we go. Being grateful helps remove the influence of our ego, which is certain that we’re better than everyone else. An attitude of gratitude allows us to adopt a greater sense of humility, a trait that’s very persuasive in helping others feel inspired.” Beyond inspiring, humility helps acknowledge that there’s a Force in the Universe way bigger than anyone and that allows us to succeed as artists, singers, writers and human beings. If we adopt this attitude, we’ll inspire others and appreciate what we have achieved. Mr. Dyer further asserts that “vanity, conceit, and boasting are all signs that a person has pushed God out of the picture.” Therefore, gratitude and humility, on the other hand, send signals to all who meet and greet us that we’re all connected to a supreme being, to God. Religious school education encourages children to be grateful for their blessings and their achievements. Prayer draws us closer to God and studying Jewish ethics and values gives us the humility to recognize the Devine spark within each of us. Choose to participate from among the following programs. It will bring us closer to God and encourage us to show gratitude for all our blessings. On March 1, there are two great programs for parents to share with their children. Students in kindergarten, grades 1 and 2 will participate in a Purim Family Funshop, coordinated by Jill Donchek, our Family Education facilitator. Gragger making, hamantashen baking, mask decorating and filling shaloch manot baskets are among the fun-filled activities planned. Students in Alef will be joined by their parents at a Tefillah (Prayer) Workshop. Copies of Cantor Cohen’s Shabbat Prayer CD will be gifted to every Alef student. Plan to attend our exciting Purim celebration on Wed., March 4, starting with a family megillah reading at 5:30 pm in the sanctuary. This will be followed by a light dinner, carnival games, prizes, a costume parade and lots of fun. Bring the whole family! Our sixth graders are excited about leading the congregational service on Shabbat morning, March 6. They will chant selected Hebrew prayers, lead responsive readings of English prayers and offer essays on the Torah reading. A special Kiddush in honor of Daled Shabbat will follow the service. Special thanks to the teachers of our Daled students, Mrs. Khalily, Mrs. Deane and Cantor Hecht. Super Bowl XIII comes on March 8 for students who became Minyanaires by attending a minimum of 10 Shabbat services this school year. Our Parent Association is sponsoring an afternoon of bowling, kosher pizza, trophy prizes and Minayanaire Certificates. The Lieberman family is proud to sponsor our annual Bingo and Pizza Night as our way of recognizing students who earned placement on the Honor Roll, Merit List and Perfect Attendance List. Reserve Wed., March 11, 6:00 – 7:15 pm for an evening of dinner, bingo and prizes. Shabbat Across America will be one of the highlight services of the year. Synagogues throughout North America are sponsoring special services and events on Friday evening, March 13. WJC is hosting a wonderful dinner and a family service in celebration of Shabbat Across America. Dinner reservations are required; please return your reservation form to the WJC office with payment. They’re taking the show on the road on Sun., Mar. 15. Our kindergarten, grades 1 & 2 students will be entertaining at Gurwin Assisted Living residence. The children will sing a medley of songs, challenge the guests to a game show contest and present them with little gifts in celebration of the Sabbath. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to attend. Sunday, Mar. 29 is Pre-Passover Day in the religious school. Our K-2 students and their parents with enjoy the Matza Bakery program—sponsored by the Sakhai family--where they will enjoy making their own matza and learning about the holiday. Our older children in grades Alef – Daled will take part in a series of cultural workshops that will allow them to cook matza brei, dramatize the Passover story, design matza covers, make a Pesach pillow and enjoy tasting chocolate matza, charoset, macaroons and much more. During April, our religious school students will observe Yom HaShoah-Holocaust Remembrance Day (April 15), attend Birthday Shabbat (April 18), participate in Mitzvah Day (April19), celebrate Yom HaAtamaut-Israel Independence Day (April 23) and attend the High School Senior Reunion Shabbat service (April 25). There’s so much happening at our synagogue. Come. Participate with your children. You’ll be grateful and inspired by the experiences. Dr. Gerald Meisel 18 NURSERY SCHOOL NEWS To give knowledge is a gift. One of the essential goals of our program is to provide the basis for our children’s lifelong sense of Jewish identity. When toddler’s enter our program, most are too young to know much about their heritage. By the time they leave for Kindergarten, they will have learned a great deal; many prayers, songs, and stories. They will have celebrated the holidays with a sense of joy and community. From our daily prayers before snack, to the weekly Shabbat celebration, to the holiday observances, our children learn the joy of being Jewish. We strive to expose our children to everything that is Jewishly fun and exciting. We enjoyed our celebration of Tu B’Shevat, which was celebrated on February 4th. Tu B’Shevat signifies the coming of Spring in Israel. It shows the love that the Jewish people have for living things. Happy Purim! Purim will be celebrated on March 5th. The children made beautiful costumes, masks, and graggers. Which graggers made the loudest sounds? The goal was to drown out the name of Haman. The children also made delicious Hammantashen. They added prunes, apricots, and chocolate chips to their little triangle cakes. The children learned about the deliverance of the Jewish people from the wicked Haman, and how Queen Esther and her uncle, Mordechai, were able to reverse the punishment intended for the victims. Soon after the Purim festivities and laughter subside, our school readies itself for all of the activities that Passover brings. Passover is made even more precious when we share it with our nursery school children. As we enter April, we eagerly prepare for the Passover celebrations in our classrooms and our homes. The theme of Passover which stresses liberty and freedom is incorporated into stories and songs. The children will help clean their classrooms and look for Chametz. They will make centerpieces for the Seder table, afikomen bags, matzah covers, kiddush cups, and seder plates. They will search for the afikomen, open the door for Elijah, and prepare delicious Charoset. These elaborate preparations help the children realize that this holiday plays a central role in Jewish observance. The story of Passover is recreated through music, art, cooking, and the dramatic exodus of the Jewish people, help our children absorb the feeling and emotional attachment that Jews have for Passover. The seder’s most important purpose; the passing of Jewish identity and appreciation from parents to their children, from generation to generation, is certainly evident in our school. The sweetness of Pesach, its food, family togetherness, and even the memory of hard work, become the memories that are part of our children’s lives forever. Wishing all of our families a Happy Passover, and that peace will be the gift of the season. Shalom, Vivien Grossman and Cindy Common 19 MARCH/APRIL 2015 CONGREGATIONAL KIDDUSH SPONSORSHIPS B’NAI MITZVAH NEWS Laurie & Ira Minsky in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Stephanie, March 14th Beth & Richard Rosenberg in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Andrew, March 21st Lori Krochak in honor of the Auf Ruf of her son, Jason Laura & Harry Lerner in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Ayla, March 28th STEPHANIE MINSKY MARCH 14, 2015 Mazel Tov to Laurie & Ira Minsky on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter. Stephanie is in the 7th grade at Southwoods Middle School. Her favorite activities include dance, being with her friends and baking. “For my mitzvah project, I decided to volunteer my time at an animal shelter in Port Jefferson. I always had a need to help and take care of animals. At Save-A-Pet in Port Jefferson I was able to help care for 30 puppies and 15 kittens. It was an enjoyable and loving opportunity.” JOIN WITH US ON APRIL 25, 2015 The WJC Class of 2010 is inviting ALL alumnae of WJC Religious School to participate in Shabbat worship services in order to wish them well as they embark on their educational and Jewish journeys". Remember that moment when you sighed and said “I did it” after years of study in the Hebrew language, Jewish law and tradition. Stephanie has two brothers Jeremy, age 18 and Matthew, age 16. On April 25, 2015 you will have an opportunity to reconnect with a terrific class of students, friends and educators. ANDREW ROSENBERG MARCH 21, 2015 Please save the date for you and your family for the Saturday and Friday night Shabbat service. Details will follow. Mazel Tov to Beth & Richard Rosenberg on the Bar Mitzvah of their son. Andrew is in the 7th grade at Southwoods Middle School. His favorite activities include soccer, baseball and video games. Any questions please call: Lawrence Spiro 516-364-1051 Rosemarie Klipper 516-367-7812 or the Religious School Office Andrew has two brothers, Matthew age 27, David, age 24 and twin sisters Rachel & Dana, age 15. Please shop with us at the WJC Gift Shop for all of your Bar/Bat Mitzvah needs… AYLA LERNER MARCH 28, 2015 *Design your very own Kippot and Ladies Head Coverings! Internet prices for kippot: Suede, Satin and Knit kippot are available for order. Mazel Tov to Laura & Harry Lerner on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter. Ayla is in the 7th grade at the Long Island School for the Gifted. Her favorite activities include swimming, rowing, and music. “My Bat Mitzvah Project was being a junior docent for the Huntington Historical Society. I have been working with them for over 2 years to help educate visitors about the history of the Conklin and Kissam Houses in downtown Huntington.” Beautiful selection of Tallit for adults and children! Shop for all Holiday Gifts Artist inspired Candlesticks Beautiful Platters Mezuzahs and Wall Decor Passover: Seder and Matzah Plates Kiddush Cups and Challah covers Please help the WJC Sisterhood support our synagogue community! Best prices around! Contact Cindy Matte by e-mail at: [email protected] at anytime to schedule an appointment! Ayla has two brothers, Miles age 10 and Hugo age 8. 20 Youth News The youth of Woodbury have had a great few months to start off the year! With projects ranging from cookie decorating to bracelet making and an Ice Cream Tu B’Shvat seder to celebrate the new year of the trees, the kids in Pre-Kadima and Kadima have been having a blast. This season also saw another opportunity for our TeenCorp to volunteer with HIHI (the Huntington Interfaith Homeless Initiative) and to meet other USYers at METNY’s Regional Convention. We look forward to more fun events and community service opportunities in the near future. Esther DuBow, Youth Director 21 SIDDUR/MACHZORIM FUND FILLS OUR SANCTUARY WITH SIDDURIM AND HIGH HOLY DAY MACHZORIM IN HONOR OF OR IN MEMORY OF: DONATIONS & INFORMATION RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND A REPOSITORY FOR MONIES FOR PHILANTHROPIC PURPOSES AND EMERGENCIES DISPENSED AT RABBI’S PERSONAL DISCRETION: In honor of Larry Rubins 60th Birthday from: The Other Fairbanks Rubins, Scott & Charlene In memory of Dorothy Mummert, mother of Roger Mummert from: Eric, Marilyn, Rose & Lily Bloomberg In memory of Herman Reiff, beloved father of Laury Weber from: The Bloomberg Family In memory of Jerry Cohen beloved father of Brett Cohen from: Cindy, Scott, Becca & Jennie Matte from: Wendy & Gary Spirgel In memory of Gerard Leeds, father of Michael Leeds from: Dolores & Victor Hatami In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein beloved father of Mark Fierstein from: The Bloomberg Family from: Tod & Jackee Buckvar from: Mindy & Paul Smolevitz In memory of Barry Richter, father of Lauren Goff from: Marcia, Alan, Melissa, Ross and Harrison Cohen In memory of Fay Collet, beloved mother of Brian Collet from: Tod & Jackee Buckvar from: Mindy & Paul Smolevitz In memory of mother of Richard Rosenstock from: Dolores & Victor Hatami In memory of Lillian Bick, mother of Jack Bick from: Sheila & Scott Kolpon In memory of Renee Sanders, beloved mother of Steve Sanders from: Mindy & Paul Smolevitz To thank Rabbi Adler for his kindness at the time of the loss of my mother, Sylvia Percell from: Rena Landa In memory of Fay Collett, mother of Brian Collet from: Ron & Donna Frank from: Ira & Susan Biller Salzman In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, father of Mark Fierstein from: Ron & Donna Frank from: Ira & Susan Biller Salzman from: Wendy & Gary Spirgel In memory of Renee Sanders, mother of Steve Sanders from: Ron & Donna Frank In memory of Lillian Bick, mother of Jack Bick from: Ron & Donna Frank In memory of Caroline Vinokur from: Ron & Donna Frank CANTOR’S DISCRETIONARY FUND DONATIONS WILL BE USED FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES AS WELL AS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR THE W OODBURY JEWISH CENTER. In appreciation of Cantor Cohen’s refuah shelema for Elliott Fagin from: Lance & Lisa Gordon In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, father of Mark Fierstein from: Fran & Bob Geier NURSERY FUND PROVIDES FUNDS FOR NURSERY SCHOOL EXTRA PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED BY TUITION. In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, beloved father of Mark Fierstein from: Robin & Jason Schorr CHUMASH FUND FILLS OUR SANCTUARY WITH IN MEMORY OF: CHUMASHIM IN HONOR OF OR RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND PROVIDES FUNDS FOR RELIGIOUS SCHOOL EXTRA PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED BY TUITION. In memory of our congregant, Sylvia Percell from: Woodbury Jewish Center In memory of Roger Pliskin, beloved brother of Debbie Berkal from: Woodbury Jewish Center In memory of Paul Conrad, beloved father of Arnold Conrad from: Woodbury Jewish Center In memory of Lillian Bick, mother of Jack Bick from: Sheila & Scott Kolpon In honor of Benjamin Senzer for all of your accomplishments from: Deborah, Richard & Zachary Senzer In memory of Phyllis Bigel, mother of Sue Grey from: The Bloomberg family In memory of Jerry Cohen, father of Brett Cohen from: Felice Linder and family from: Roya Obedian from: Lisa & David Sakhai and family In memory of Barry Richter, father of Lauren Goff from: Eric, Marilyn, Rose & Lily Bloomberg from: Felice Linder and family In memory of Dr. Joseph Fierstein, beloved father of Mark Fierstein from: Ann & Brian Collet and family from: Roya Obedian In memory of Renee Sanders, beloved mother of Steve Sanders from: Ann & Brian Collet and family JEFFREY GELLIN MEMORIAL FUND In honor of the engagement of Lauren Salzman to Devin Chasanoff from: Bonnie & Jeff Fachler In honor of Daniel Woldar’s acceptance to Business School from: Bonnie & Jeff Fachler 22 GENERAL DONATION HELPS DEFRAY MAINTENANCE AND REFURBISHING COSTS OF Edelheit family in memory of Joseph Edelheit, son and brother David Edelheit in memory of brother, Akiba Joseph Edelheit OUR FACILITIES IN ADDITION TO MORTGAGE AMORTIZATION Jack Eisenstein in memory of mother, Rena Eisenstein Michele Gaffner in memory of father, Arthur Levinson Michele Gaffner in memory of mother, Rita Levinson Linda Gershowitz in memory of mother, Pearl Carpe Eileen Elkin Gilbert in memory of her father, David Elkin Philip Glazer in memory of father, Louis Glazer Lisa Gordon in memory of father, Norman Klein Frieda Goldberg in memory of mother, Bessie Goldfeder Stanley Goldstein in memory of father, Emanuel Goldstein Steven Greenberger in memory of mother, Constance Greenberger Morton Grossman in memory of father, Jack Grossman Zelda Handelsman in memory of mother, Rachel Gerzoff Lois Heiman in memory of husband, Norman Heiman In honor of Amanda Fachler being admitted to the NY Bar from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte In honor of Bonnie & Jeff Fachler’s new home from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte In honor of Sy and Lorraine Mautner’s new home from: Cindy, Scott, Becca and Jennie Matte In honor of a speedy recovery for my uncle, Elliott Fagin from: Lisa Gordon In honor of Victor Hatami for the WJC Chanukah party from: Felice Linder & family In honor of the Chaskes family for the WJC Chanukah party from: Felice Linder & family In honor of Cantor Cohen at the time of Jacob’s Bar Mitzvah from: Janie & Charlie Innamorato In honor of Jeff Fachler at the time of Jacob’s Bar Mitzvah from: Janie & Charlie Innamorato In appreciation of Eric & Adrianne Roth from: Michael Reisman Rande Hirsch and family in memory of mother & nana, Fannie Berrafato Rande Hirsch & family in memory of father & grandfather, Kenneth W. 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Berstein, M.D. Matt Chartan in memory of brother, Steven Chartan Matt Chartan in memory of mother, Renee Chartan Matt Chartan in memory of grandmother, Golda Chartan Matt Chartan in memory of grandmother, Lily Wolff Lisa Cohen in memory of father, Frank Richard Cole Alyse Cohen in memory of mother, Gilda Greenberg Martin Cohn in memory of father, Gerald Cohn Helen Edelheit in memory of father, Jack Morgenlender 23 Amy & Eric hochberg in memory of grandmother, Rose Hutt Joyce Kahn in memory of mother, Florence Eisman Arlene Kogan in memory of mother, Eleanor Golub Scott Kolpon in memory of father, Harry Kolpon Scott Kolpon in memory of grandmother, Ida Mait Carol Konits in memory of mother, Yetta Konits William Kugelman in memory of father, Fred Kugelman Andrew Levine in memory of mother, Bonnie Levine Allen Mait in memory of wife, Barbara Mait Elise Michaels in memory of grandfather, Arthur Plosker Evan Phillips in memory of mother, Sylvia Phillips Bonnie Rich in memory of grandfather, Jack Flax Norman Rich in memory of grandmother, Anna Fridovich Judy Rosen in memory of father, Sidney Schaffer Amy Saks in memory of father, Arthur Fried Doris Saks in memory of Anna Glicker Steven Sanders in memory of father, Sidney Sanders Lotte Schmerzler in memory of husband, Julius Schmerzler Betty Schuster in memory of father, Jacob Flax Richard Senzer in memory of father, Harry Senzer George Serel in memory of father, Louis Srolovits Elliot Setton in memory of sister, Gladys Shabot Elliot Setton in memory of mother, Lucy Setton Rachel Shapiro in memory of mother, Sadie Feiwel Florence Shapiro in memory of husband, Seymour Shapiro Laura Shurack in memory of father-in-law, Nathan Shurack Laura Shurack in memory of brother, Herbert Kamph Ruth Smith in memory of father, David Ross Ruth Smith in memory of brother, Morris Ross Robert Spielman in memory of grandmother, Rose Spielman Gary Spirgel in memory of mother, Betty Spirgel Wendy Spirgel in memory of father, Martin Ginsberg Wendy Spirgel in memory of stepfather, Joseph Kalinsky Honora Wasserman in memory of husband, Myron Wasserman Laury Weber in memory of mother, Ruth Reiff Cindy Woldar in memory of sister, Lori Mills Susan Zeidman in memory of father, Samuel Kay Rosalinde Ziskroit in memory of father, Harry Penn Saul Ziskroit in memory of father, Willi Ziskroit IN OUR CONGREGATIONAL FAMILY The Congregation wishes a Hearty Mazel Tov to: Amir & Karen Malin on the engagement of their daughter Jenessa to David McMullen Allison & Stuart Mayer on the birth of their son, Jordan Tyler Rebecca & Eric Firer on the birth of their daughter, Scarlett Hope Amanda & Ryan Turner on the birth of their daughter, Sienna Jade Dara & Glenn Vogelman on the birth of their daughter, Lily Whitney & Brian Sigler on the birth of their daughter, Devi Aryn Nancy & Howie Borg on the engagement of their son Corey to Rebecca Dishner WJC SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB Please join us for the next meeting on Monday, April 20th at 7:30pm in the WJC Kiddush Room. Our next Book Selection will be announced by e-mail The Congregation offers Sincere Condolences to: Questions, please contact Karen Green Malin at: [email protected] Brian Collet on the loss of his beloved mother, Fay Collet Debbie Berkal on the loss of her beloved brother, Roger Pliskin To the family of our congregant Sylvia Percell Mark Fierstein on the loss of his beloved father, Dr. Joseph Fierstein Steven Sanders on the loss of his beloved mother, Renee Sanders Laura Lerner on the loss of her beloved mother, Margery Traverse Jack Bick on the loss of his beloved mother, Lillian Bick Arnold Conrad on the loss of his beloved father, Paul Conrad Anne Greenberg on the loss of her beloved mother, Caroline Vinokur Joel Fagin on the loss of his beloved father, Elliott Fagin The question has been asked: “Can the rabbi and/or cantor charge me for performing a funeral for my parent or sibling?” The answer is “Yes” they can. Neither the Rabbi nor the Cantor will charge for performing the Funeral of a member or a member’s child. In this case a donation to the Discretionary Fund may be appropriate. In case of an Emergency………. Your rabbi wishes to guide and be of assistance to you in your time of need. However the term “member” does not include parents or sibling. Thus either is permitted to charge a fee for officiating at or participating in a funeral. While local Funeral homes, including Gutterman’s of Woodbury will include or tell you at the time you make arrangements of the clergy charge, please feel free to discuss it with either Rabbi Adler or Cantor Cohen at the time you make the arrangements with them. In cases of serious illness or the death of a loved one: Please call Rabbi Adler at 496-9100 X 125 or at home, 509-9481 Please note that you must call the Rabbi before finalizing funeral arrangements. On Shabbat or Yom Tov, Rabbi Adler does not use the telephone. Therefore, you can convey information to him on these days at the synagogue during service times, by calling immediately after Shabbat or Yom Tov. 24 25 26 One of these spots can be YOURS: Business Cards, 1/4 page or 1/2 pages available For advertising rates and information Please Contact Linda Altman 516-496-9100 x 120 27 The Woodbury Jewish Center 200 South Woods Road Woodbury, New York 11797 NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO.14 HUNTINGTON, NY CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Mar. 1 Mar. 2 Mar. 3 Mar. 4 Mar. 5 Mar. 6 Mar. 7 Mar. 8 Mar. 9 Mar. 10 Mar. 11 Mar. 12 Mar. 13 Mar. 14 Mar. 15 Mar. 16 Mar. 17 Mar. 18 Mar. 19 Mar. 20 Mar. 21 Mar. 22 Mar. 23 Mar. 25 Mar. 26 Mar. 27 Mar. 28 Mar. 29 Mar. 30 Mar. 31 Apr. 1 Apr. 2 Apr. 3 Sat. Sun. Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Wed. 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Apr. 4 Apr. 5 Apr. 6 Apr. 8 Apr. 9 Apr. 10 Apr. 11 Apr. 12 Apr. 13 Apr. 14 Apr. 15 Apr. 16 Apr. 17 Apr. 18 Apr. 19 Apr. 20 Apr. 22 Apr. 23 Apr. 24 Apr. 25 Apr. 26 Apr. 27 Apr. 28 Apr. 29 Apr. 30 Minyan 9:00 am, SISTERHOOD MAKE & DELIVER SHALACH MANOT Minyan 7:00 am Sisterhood Knitting 10:00am, PURIM BEGINS, FAMILY SERVICE 4:30PM, CARNIVAL 5:00-7:00PM, MINCHA 7:15PM FOLLOWED BY MAARIV & TRADIIONAL PURIM MEGILLAH READING Purim Morning Service with Traditional Megillah Reading 6:15 am Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 5:32 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm Shabbat Morning Service, Daled Shabbat, Family Congregation Minyan 9:00 am Minyan 7:00 am Executive Board 7:00 pm, Trustees Meeting 8:00 pm Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45 pm Minyan 6:15 am, Senior Group– SAGE Meeting, 10:30 am Minyan 7:00am, Candle lighting 6:40 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm– SHABBAT ACROSS AMERICA Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Bat Mitzvah of Stephanie Minsky, Family Congregation, Birthday Shabbat 10:00 am Minyan 9:00am, SISTERHOOD PASSOVER FOOD COLLECTION BEGINS Minyan 7:00 am, SISTERHOOD BRUNCH & LEARN: PASSOVER 10:00 AM, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Orientation 7:30 pm Sisterhood Knitting 10:00 am Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45pm, Minyan 6:15 am Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 6:48 pm, Shabbat Evening services 6:30 pm Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Bar Mitzvah of Andrew Rosenberg, Auf Ruf of Jason Krochak Minyan 9:00 am, SISTERHOOD MAKE PASSOVER COLLEGE PACKAGES 9:30 AM Minyan 7:00 am SISTERHOOD PASSOVER RECIPE EXCHANGE 7:15 PM, Evening Minyan 7:30 pm Minyan 6:15 am, SISTERHOOD PASSOVER FOOD COLLECTION ENDS Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 6:55 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm Shabbat Morning Service, Bat Mitzvah of Ayla Lerner, Family Shabbat 10:00 am, Pre-School Shabbat Service 11:00 am Minyan 9:00 am Minyan 7:00 am SISTERHOOD JEWISH MEDITATION 7:15 PM Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45pm Minyan 6:15 am, Nursery & Religious School Passover SEARCH FOR CHAMETZ AFTER SUNDOWN Pre-Passover Service for First-Born 6:30 am, followed by breakfast sponsored by WJ Men’s Club, Passover Begins, Candle lighting 7:02 pm, Shabbat Evening Services 6:30 pm, 1st Seder is held 1st Day of Passover-Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Candle lighting 8:02 pm, 2nd Seder is held 2nd Day of Passover- Morning Service 9:00 am Minyan 7:00 am Evening Minyan 7:30 pm Minyan 6:15am, Candle lighting 7:09 pm 7TH DAY OF PASSOVER– Morning Service 9:00 am, Candle 7:10 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm 8TH DAY OF PASSOVER-Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am, Yizkor Memorial Service Minyan 9:00am Minyan 7:00am, Nursery & Religious School Classes resume Sisterhood Knitting 10:00 am, Executive Board 7:00 pm, Trustees Meeting 8:00 pm YOM HASHOAH SERVICE & PROGRAM 7:00 PM Minyan 6:15 am Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 7:17 pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am Minyan 9:00 am, ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PROGRAM 10:00 AM Minyan 7:00 am, SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB 7:30 PM SISTERHOOD CLOTHING & NEWBORNS IN NEED COLLECTION IN PARKING LOT, 9:30 AM, Evening Minyan 7:30 pm Minyan 6:15 am, Minyan 7:00 am, Candle lighting 7:25pm, Shabbat Evening Service 6:30 pm Shabbat Morning Service 9:00 am Minyan 9:00 am Minyan 7:00 am Sisterhood Meditation 7:15 pm Evening Minyan 7:30 pm, Cantor Cohen’s Adult Bat Mitzvah Class 7:45pm Minyan 6:15 am 28
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