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November 2019 | Cheshvan - Kislev 5780 | Volume 66 Number 9 GivingThanks Beth El Members Express Gratitude Through Chesed
Giving Thanks Beth El Members Express Gratitude Through Chesed
By: Brandon Chiat, Digital Media Strategist
The Hebrew word "chesed" does not have a direct English service projects that address a vital community need,” Mrs.
translation. Commonly understood to mean loving-kindness, the Harvey said. “In September the families formed an adorable
Torah presents chesed as an ideal to which the Jewish people assembly line with children filling snack bags for kids attending
might aspire, a blueprint for how to treat one another. the Living Classrooms camp program.”
"Chesed is one of the 13 attributes of Hashem and is often Importantly, the Mitzvah Parties are an opportunity for Jewish
associated with rachamim, the attribute of mercy," explained families to meet and interact with each other around a
Cantor Melanie Blatt. "The two concepts are closely connected: service mindset.
acts of chesed are motivated by a feeling of mercy for those
"We want our kids to grow up with an innate sense of chesed,"
in need."
Mrs. Goldberg said. "We intentionally avoided the phrase 'giving
Thus, chesed is a fundamental way in which humankind back' because acts of service are not transactional, but rather,
manifests God’s vision for creation. an obligation Jewish families feel to our community."
"Judaism is not a thought experiment," said Rabbi Steve In that sense, chesed is the antidote to selfishness.
Schwartz. "Judaism is about taking the values of our tradition
"Judaism encourages us to focus beyond the self," Mrs. Harvey
and applying them in the real world, every single day. Chesed
said. "Kids today are under so much pressure to achieve. We risk
is a prime example of that. We don't use chesed exclusively on
sending them the wrong message that personal advancement is
Shabbat or the High Holy Days. Rather, chesed should guide our
all that matters. Prioritizing chesed from a very young age helps
day-to-day actions, behaviors, and decisions."
our little ones understand that we're all a part of something
While a person should strive to embody chesed every day, bigger than ourselves."
there are moments throughout the year that heighten acts of
Rena Kates shares Mrs. Harvey's concerns. "The message kids
loving-kindness. Thanksgiving, with its themes of gratitude and
get from society is: it's all about me," she said. "It's essential
thankfulness, is such a touchstone.
that we teach the value of community and caring for others to
"Chesed is the act of gratitude," said Amy Goldberg, Director of our children from a young age."
the Berman-Lipavsky Religious School. "The thankfulness you
In addition to serving on the JVC board, Mrs. Kates runs a
feel on Thanksgiving is great, but it's important to carry that
"VolunTeam" through the JVC that brings together toddlers and
momentum throughout the year."
seniors at the Springwell Senior Living Community. Mrs. Kates
As a board member of Jewish Volunteer Connection (JVC), Mrs. says the bi-monthly "playdates" are a win-win: the youngsters
Goldberg creates opportunities for Jewish families to participate delight the seniors with their enthusiasm, while also learning the
in acts of chesed year-round. Mrs. Goldberg, along with Beth importance of respect, an essential aspect of rachamim.
El member Stacy Harvey, co-chair Living With Purpose, a JVC
“Small children have not yet formed opinions of others, which
program that organizes monthly Mitzvah Parties.
means they’re not uncomfortable around seniors who may be
“The Mitzvah Parties bring Jewish families together around non-verbal or have disabilities,” Mrs. Kates explained. “Exposing
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children to those who are different from them normalizes those give," Mrs. Goldberg said. "Jewish tradition teaches us that we all
differences and teaches respect for all people.” have a responsibility to support our community. We impart that
lesson on our children through the Mitzvah Parties and through
The message of communal dignity resonates with Beth El
Beth El’s Religious School curriculum."
member Jennifer Grossman. Along with her longtime friend
Nicole Glick, Mrs. Grossman founded Shalom Tikvah ("Peace As American-Jewish families gather around the Thanksgiving
and Hope"), a non-profit dedicated to providing the highest table, surrounded by the abundance of the season, they might
standard of care to families struggling with complex mental share sentiments of gratitude. While this touching tradition has
health issues. come to define Thanksgiving, Rabbi Schwartz suggests these
families remember the true meaning of giving thanks.
"We combat mental health stigma in the Jewish community,"
Mrs. Grossman said. "Those who are in a position to help often "Thanksgiving and chesed both require an active, physical
refuse to do so because they may incorrectly believe that the response," Rabbi Schwartz said. "The concept of giving thanks is
families in need made poor choices which resulted in their an action, not merely a kind thought."
difficult situation. Therefore, it's not their responsibility to fix the
Champions of chesed like Amy Goldberg, Stacy Harvey, Rena
family's mistake."
Kates, and Jennifer Grossman exemplify the idea of rachamim.
Such thinking is the antithesis of chesed and demonstrates why They proactively create opportunities to help those in need, a
rachamim is essential to the act of loving-kindness. The great trait Rabbi Schwartz compared to another paradigm of
sage Rashi explained chesed is not only a willingness to help loving-kindness.
when called upon but rather a fundamental aspect of
"Abraham actively sought out opportunities to do chesed. Even
Jewish identity.
on the third day after his circumcision, at 99-years-old, he ran
"Asking for help is courageous," Mrs. Grossman said. "Giving is out of his tent to welcome passing guests because chesed was at
so much easier than receiving. When a family is brave enough to the core of his character," Rabbi Schwartz illustrated. "Abraham
ask for help, then it falls on the community to provide that help." embodies the personality of chesed, an example to which we
should all aspire."
Rashi further reasoned that chesed occurs when a person gives
their heart and mind to the well-being of the person in need,
OUR PRE-K CLASS 13 STUDENTS ANSWER:
which is to say, to emulate the divine attribute of rachamim. What are you thankful for?
"There is no place for judgment in the world of chesed," Mrs. Nathan: Eating apples & honey
Grossman said. "Acts of loving-kindness must be given with Jake: My sister
Winnie: My sister
respect and dignity."
Joseph: My mom, dad and little brother
Talia: My whole family
"Chesed occurs when there is an understanding between two
Gram: My sister
people and when the command to 'love your neighbor as Naava: My family
yourself' is fulfilled," Cantor Blatt said. "Acts of chesed are the Jackson: the playground
active representation of a covenant among people, a Jazz: My cousins in Israel
social contract." Ethan: My brothers
Jacob: My dog
Human beings are bound together through rachamim, a value Zoe: My parents and baby sister
Yale: My family
passed down to the youngest Jews through chesed.
Luke: Being in school with my teachers
"Acts of chesed are not contingent on how much we have to
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Between a Rock
and aStrawberry
This Grateful Life
By: Rabbi Benjamin Shalva
Gratitude is a central theme of Thanksgiving. As we approach
the Thanksgiving season, Rabbi Benjamin Shalva shares his
insights on the Mussar (character) trait for gratitude: HaKarat
HaTov (literally,“recognizing the good”). Benjamin Shalva is a
rabbi, writer, yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and musician.
He received his rabbinical ordination from the Jewish Theological
Seminary and serves as Wisdom Leader at The Soul Center. You and down a ladder? You could spin that either way. Here they
can meet Rabbi Ben monthly on Shabbat at Beth El, and at some come, but there they go. Blessed, Jacob, or cursed? He opens his
of our Soul Center programs, like “The Spark,” a weekly deep dive eyes. The light is kind. The rock reliable. But memory is quick to
into inspirational Jewish learning with Rabbi Dana Saroken claim him. He cannot escape what he has done. Blessed, Jacob,
and friends. or cursed? He opens his mouth. He stakes his claim. “God was in
this place,” Jacob said, “and I did not know.”
Gratitude may find you pausing, perhaps before a face, or a
flower, or a ripe strawberry. You will feel the strength yet left in One more story. This one of Buddhist origins, but a favorite of
your limbs. This life - unfathomable - what a find! Leo Tolstoy’s, too.
Or not. A man is walking down the road and a tiger appears. A hungry
one. The man flees. He sees a cliff. Over the edge he goes, saved,
You may rise resentful. We all do. Modeh ani, we read in the very at the very last, by a dangling vine. Above, the tiger paces. Below
first page of the prayer book. Modeh ani - I am thankful. “Am I?” him waits a second tiger. Dangling by a vine between the two
you ask. Your body is a day older. Your sleep, fitful. You must rise tigers, our hero hears exuberant squeaks, the patter of tiny feet.
- heavy, fleshy, dull. And it is only Monday. Dear God. Two mice, one black and one white, have stumbled upon the
same vine. They bare their greedy teeth. They peel the vine to
Modeh ani - I am thankful. Sometimes, only sometimes.
its pulp. It is unfair, this life. A tiger above. A tiger below. Two
The rest of the time, we need a nudge. We need to be caught mice on a vine. A story with a hard stop—like yours, like mine.
off guard by gratitude. We need to be tricked, as if by a Trojan But, here, one last act, a flourish worthy of old Leo: a strawberry
Horse, as if by a ray of sun sneaking in past the shades. With the within reach. A red, ripe strawberry, discoverable only from the
help of a good teacher; better, a good book; best, a story. A story man’s tragic angle. It might as well be the last strawberry on
of gratitude whispered to us when we need it most. earth - maybe the mice even missed it. The man lets go, with
one hand of course! The tigers’ eyes narrow. The mice nervously
Jacob—good for nothing, nebbish, mama's boy, liar and thief,
gnaw. The man plucks the strawberry. Pops it into his mouth.
despised. Jacob fleeing from his twin brother, Esau, whom he
Smiles.
has swindled. Jacob fleeing from his father, Isaac, to whom he
has lied. There we have it, folks, and canonized, no less. The least And there the story ends.
likely story of gratitude. A protagonist lost, alone, ashamed, and
Only, give him a line, I say.
afraid. Nowhere to lay his head but a rock. Nothing to do but
dream, and not a simple dream, mind you. Angels climbing up God was in this place, let him say, and I did not know.
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Beth El
Family B'NAI MITZVAH
SAMUEL MATTHEW
OUR HEARTIEST MAZAL TOV TO LECKNER, son of Paul
and Olivia Leckner, will
Eileen & Donald Himelfarb on the Bat Mitzvah of their granddaughter, Carla Shoshana Satyr. be called to the Torah
Paul & Olivia Leckner on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Samuel Matthew Leckner. Grandparents are
Ruth & Ira Leckner and Bella Tashliski.
as a Bar Mitzvah on
Elena & Richard Pearl on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Avi Ben Pearl. Grandparents are Vivian & November 2, 2019.
Stephen Pearl.
Marshall & Michelle Davis on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Ian Collin Davis. Grandparents are SAMANTHA DANIELLE
Morris & Marsha Saks and David & Ann Davis. Great-grandmothers are Shirley Goodman and ZOOKER, daughter of Dr.
Bluma Saks. Chad and Lauren Zooker,
Brett & Lauren Altberger on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Maelan Eve Altberger. will be called to the
Grandparents are Emanuel & Roberta Eisner and Howard & Rory Altberger. Torah as a Bat Mitzvah of
Harriet & Jimmy Berg on the marriage of their daughter, Jennifer Berg to Felix Kishinevsky.
November 9, 2019.
Grandparents are Roslyn & Leonard Stoler.
Dr. Chad & Lauren Zooker on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Samantha Danielle Zooker.
Grandparents are Dr. Barry & Eileen Grosshandler and Ms. Marsha Zooker.
AVI BEN PEARL, son
Dr. David Goldberg & Dr. Sarah Michel on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Lucie Tabitha of Elena and Richard
Michel Goldberg. Grandparents are Richard & Dorothy Goldberg and Roger & Vivian Michel. Pearl, will be called to the
Michelle & Marc Zayon on the B’nai Mitzvah of their children, Noah Harry and Brooke Madison Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on
Zayon. Grandparents are Ruth & Barry Green and Sharon & Martin Zayon. November 9, 2019.
Elizabeth & Charles Jacobs on the marriage of their daughter, Hilary Jacobs to Nicholas Bolash.
Amanda & Peter Beitman on the birth of their daughter, Ellie Louise Beitman.
Lisa and Brian Bennett on the birth of their daughter, Brooke Sarah Bennett. IAN COLLIN DAVIS, son
Dr. Franklin & Ruth Blatt on the birth of their granddaughters, Brooke Sarah Bennett and Skyler
of Marshall and Michelle
Rogue Kali-Blatt.
Susan and Mark Levy on the birth of their twin grandchildren, Mary Louise (Marlo) Levy and Davis, will be called to the
Ezra James Levy. Great-grandmother is Gayle Levy. Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on
Irene Snyder on the birth of her great-granddaughter, Lily Paige Snyder. November 16, 2019.
Baby
Beth El MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
Jonathan and Nina Baron on their 10th
Michael and Nina Pachino on their 10th
MAELAN EVE
ALTBERGER, daughter
Ellie Louise Beitman Matthew and Annie Friedman on their 15th of Brett and Lauren
Parents: Amanda and Peter Beitman Dr. Louis and Elyse Gordon on their 15th Altberger, will be called to
Grandparents: Catherine and David Max Michael and Miriam Holy on their 15th the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah
Eric And Carley Orsini On their 20th on November 23, 2019.
Theodore and Risa Offit on their 25th
Adam and Jane Berg on their 30th LUCIE TABITHA MICHEL
Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Zerolnick on their 30th GOLDBERG, daughter of
Morry and Lisa Zolet on their 30th Dr. David Goldberg and Dr.
Norman and Sandy Benney on their 35th
Alan and Aimee Smith on their 35th Sarah Michel, will be called
Howard and Judi Snyder on their 35th to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah
Benjy and Barbara Green on their 45th on November 23, 2019.
John and Natalie Spector on their 55th
Sidney and Eunice Friedman on their 65th NOAH HARRY ZAYON,
Dr. Frederick and Joan Magaziner on their 65th son of Michelle and Marc
Zayon, will be called to the
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on
Shazy and Cantor Thom King on the loss of their beloved father and father-in-law, Alan Hopfenberg. November 30, 2019.
Harry Adler on the loss of his beloved sister, Lynn Adler Green.
Beatrice and Ronald Shapiro on the loss of their beloved son, Max Shure.
Marc Berman and Carol Smullian on the loss of their beloved mother and sister, Renee Lois Neuman. BROOKE MADISON
Saralynn Glass on the loss of her beloved brother, Charles M. Broh. ZAYON, daughter of
Ann Mantelmacher on the loss of her beloved mother, Gwendolyn Strong. Michelle and Marc Zayon,
IN MEMORIAM will be called to the
Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on
We mourn the passing of our members and extend sincere condolences to their families. November 30, 2019.
Esther Berelowitz Ida Dubick
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Beth El
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Monday, December 2 at 11:30 AM in the Auditorium.
and then received her master’s from the University of Michigan,
Denise Koch, an Emmy Ann Arbor. Koch's acting career took her to theatres around
Award-winning journalist the country and even to the soap opera “Another World,”
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awarded her a prize for her documentary on Baltimore teachers
RABBI STEVEN SCHWARTZ’S BOOK LAST FALL TRIP
REVIEW AND LUNCHEON To obtain a full description of trips, go to the Beth El website
Wednesday, November 20 at 12:00 PM (bethelbalto.com) or obtain a flyer located on the Sisterhood
stand in the Offit Lobby.
Rabbi Steven Schwartz will review “The Uninhabitable
Earth: Life After Warming” by David Wallace-Wells Arena Stage - "Right To Be Forgotten"
Sunday, November 10
following the luncheon. The book brings into reality the
climate troubles that await – food shortages, refugee Cost: $135: for members of Beth El; $145 for
emergencies and other crises that will reshape the globe. non-members of Beth El. *Wait List Only.
Although the topic of the book is climate change, and its
method is scientific, its mode is Old Testament. The book is If you have questions, contact Marlene Siegel at 410-484-1844
a meticulously documented, white-knuckled tour through (marlenebsiegel@comcast.net) or Ellen Wiesenberger
the cascading catastrophes that can soon engulf our earth. at 410-484-6411 (ellentw@comcast.net).
Please send a $20 check payable to Beth El Sisterhood to:
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Attn: Judy Pachino
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RSVP by November 13.
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MITZVAH CARDS
SISTERHOOD MEMBERSHIP
Sisterhood sells contribution cards that can be purchased for $3
If you are considering joining Sisterhood for the 2019-2020 year, each or four for $10 at all meetings, the Beth El office or the
please contact either co-chair, Debbie Shore at Judaica Shop.
Teachum324@gmail.com or Paula Jandorf at pjandorf@gmail.com.
We have many fabulous events scheduled this year and would not
want you to miss out on them. Looking forward to hearing from you.
KNITZVAH PROJECT
We knit and crochet lap afghans in individual
squares, then join them into an Afghan of
Love for those who are homebound or in
a facility. Sisterhood welcomes knitters,
people who crochet, and people who wish to A GIFT FOR THE BRIDE
learn. Donations of yarn are welcomed. We AND GROOM
meet each Tuesday at 10:30 A.M. in the Schuster Library. If you are
interested in joining us to spread the warmth or want to learn how Sisterhood presents “Living a Jewish
to knit or crochet, please contact Susan Himmel at 410-484-7521 Life” by Anita Diamant to Beth El
(himmel2@prodigy.net). Please let us know of someone’s need for congregation or Sisterhood members
an afghan. and their children when they marry.
This book discusses Jewish traditions,
customs and values for today’s
families. Since it covers every aspect
JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY of life, it is a wonderful reference book for a couple beginning
married life.
Sisterhood supports the mission of
JTS which is to educate thoughtful, If you have a new bride or groom who is eligible for this
innovative leaders who strengthen our gift, please contact Marta Braverman 410-358-6509
communities with a vision of Judaism (martabraverman@gmail.com). It is also available for
grounded in our Jewish past and purchase in the gift shop.
engaged with contemporary society.
The theme for this year’s campaign
is Chesed (Acts of Loving Kindness),
conveying the Jewish attribute of BIBLIO
altruistic love. The pin pictured here is Welcome to Biblio, Beth El Sisterhood's Book Club. We hold monthly
awarded to benefactors for a donation of $180 to the campaign. Cards gatherings at noon in the Myers Auditorium. Biblio is open to the entire
are available with a variety of themes for a contribution of $18. For community and is tuition-free. Bring a dairy lunch; Beth El provides tea and
information, please contact Jane Krosin, Hilda Dopkin or coffee and hostesses provide dessert.
Gail Shugarman.
For information contact Frida Fraiman 410-363-6464
(ffraiman@comcast.net) or Barbara Levenson 410-484-8566
(barbaralevenson@comcast.net). The book review dates are as follows:
JUDAICA SHOP WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18
Presenter: Sheila Derman, “The Perfect Wife” by JP Delaney
Make shopping easy with one stop in the Judaica Shop!
Check out all the new and beautiful items that have arrived for your WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15
holiday and gift needs! Remember there is no sales tax and you are Presenter: Gail Lipsitz, “Three Floors Up” by Eshkl Nevo
helping to support Beth El Schools and Congregation.
WEDNESDAY,FEBRUARY 19
Our new hours are: Presenter: Sonia Obstler, “Educated” by Tara Westover
Sun: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM MONDAY, APRIL 20
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Presenter: Jane Krosin, “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens
To volunteer or contact the Judaica Shop, call MONDAY, JUNE 8
410-484-2185 or email giftshop@bethelbalto.com. Closing Biblio Luncheon
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Teacher Preschool
Spotlight News
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL THE PAULINE MASH
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT SCHOOL WELCOMES
NEW TEACHER
J. Michael "Mikey" Hess Webber
teaches Kitah Vav (6th Grade) in The Pauline Mash School for Early
Beth El's Berman-Lipavsky Religious Childhood Education is so excited
School. Rabbi Webber is in her to welcome Jeanette Perthel to our
fourth year at the Reconstructionist Beth El family! Jeanette is a great
Rabbinical College and also serves addition to our staff, and we look
as the Rabbinic Educator at Towson forward to many years together!
University Hillel.
"I grew up in Potomac, Maryland and
What inspires you to live a rich and graduated from Winston Churchill
meaningful Jewish life? High School in 2011. I graduated from
Towson University in 2015 with a
Each tradition in our world brings Bachelor's in Sociology. The summer
something unique and beautiful to the after I graduated college I began
human community. I believe deeply working at a preschool in my local community, Beth Sholom Early Childhood
that each has value in realizing peace and justice in our world. Center in Potomac, MD. In 2017 I decided to try out an "office job" and began
work at a non-profit in Arlington, VA.
Judaism is our tradition, inherited. I am the moral heir of those who stood at
the foot of Mt. Sinai, and as such, I see myself as its steward. I deeply honor that As a lively and gregarious individual with a great sense of humor, I quickly
which I have received from generations past, and I must work to ensure that I realized that an office wasn't a good fit for me, and that I belonged with
pass on a relevant and healthy Jewish tradition to future generations. children in the classroom. Before I moved to Baltimore City this past summer, I
sought out a Jewish preschool to work at. I feel a deep connection with Jewish
What do I mean by relevant? A Judaism that continues to be a living religion:
education as I grew up in a strong Jewish community and loved my past work
creating a fruitful space for future generations to wrestle with God and challenge
experience at a Jewish preschool. As I have been establishing myself in a
the idolatry of every age.
new city, working at Beth El has helped me feel at home. I couldn't be more
What do I mean by healthy? That our community facilitates people feeling held, grateful for this opportunity and to be working alongside such a wonderful
seen, and significant; that our community's actions in the world align with the group of people."
values we espouse - the universal right for liberation and human dignity.
Judaism is the lens through which I make meaning of the world - it is my moral
compass. I use Shabbat as a time to imagine a calmer and more peaceful world in
which we connect face-to-face and are not distracted by our busy lives. I use kashrut
as inspiration for making moral choices about what I eat and valuing the material
blessings of my life. Kashrut reminds me that all life is sacred. I use my daily prayer as
a ritual to quiet my heart. Doing so allows me to connect to something bigger than
myself. I study Jewish text to further my search for meaning.
Judaism allows me to discern God in the connection between human beings and
to feel deeply grateful for the blessings of being human. One such blessing for
me this year is to be part of the Beth El community, teaching Kitah Vav. Thank
you for welcoming me into your community. I cannot wait to see what will unfold
for us in the coming year.
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Soul
Center CHAIR YOGA
Thursdays at 10:00 AM
Improve strength, flexibility, and
coordination and add in our signature
Jewish twist. Join Robyn Katz, certified
Iyengar teacher, for an hour long class. No
prior experience necessary. Just drop-in or register early on our website.
THE SPARK
www.soulcenterbaltimore.org programs/chair-yoga
Fridays at 8:30 AM
A deep dive into inspirational Jewish learning with Rabbi Saroken and CAREGIVER CAFE
friends. From unlocking the secrets of the holidays, to cartwheeling Thursday, November 21
through Genesis, to learning from the Hasidic masters. Start your
at 2:00 PM
weekend in our beautiful space with some inspirational learning and
Caring for someone day in and day out?
great conversation.
Come meet other who “get it” and let
www.soulcenterbaltimore.org/programs/thespark
us nurture you! Each session includes
TORAH & YOGA an expert-led, topical talk followed by
a discussion with a social worker and
Sundays at 9:30 AM
physician. Co-sponsored by Johns Hopkins Bayview.
This yoga class will include 10 minutes of
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inspirational Torah at the beginning, and
then a full hour-long yoga class. ZENTANGLING
$10/person. Drop-in or register.
Sundays at 3:00 PM
www.soulcenterbaltimore.org/programs/torah-yoga
Yoga for the mind! Led by Kathy Shapiro and
HEALING SERVICE with Rabbi Saroken Sarah Reading, you’ll find yourself relaxing
and enjoying the creative process as your
Wednesday, November 13 at 9:15 AM
“guided doodling” transforms to art.
In need of healing for yourself or someone you love? Led by Rabbi
www.soulcenterbaltimore.org/programs/zentangling
Saroken, this supportive and confidential
gathering provides an environment NEW
NEW MOON NIA
in which to find strength in prayer,
Sunday, November 24
reflection, the wisdom of our tradition,
from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
and in knowing that you’re not alone. All
Join us at The Movement Lab in Remington,
are welcome.
for a once a month New Moon Nia class. Join
www.soulcenterbaltimore.org/
the Soul Center with white belt Nia instructor
programs/healingservice
(and professor of religion) Dr. Andrea Lieber
as we use mindful movement and rhythm to celebrate each new month.
www.soulcenterbaltimore.org/programs/nia
Are you or someone you love experiencing a life challenge or transition? Do you want some guidance and support?
Sarah Shapiro, LCSW-C, our in-house social worker, is available to provide short-term counseling free of charge to congregants, school
families and Soul Center participants, in person or over the phone. She is usually at Beth El on Tuesdays from 12:00-2:00 PM and on
Thursdays from 1:00-5:00 PM. Sarah also co-facilitates our monthly Caregiver Café (on the third Thursday of the month from 2:00-3:30 PM)
with Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos of Johns Hopkins Bayview Hospital. Sarah can be reached via phone at 410-484-0411 ext. 1111 or
email at sarahs@bethelbalto.com.
For more information on all events at the Alvin and Lois Lapidus Center for Healing & Spirituality, visit soulcenterbaltimore.org or call 410-580-5160.
*Want to alleviate the stress of looking for a $10 bill before coming to the Soul Center? Simply purchase our NEW Mindfulness Pass. It can be
used for any $10 mindfulness program (Torah & Yoga, Chair Yoga, Meditation, etc.) You pay for 10 classes up front, $100, and we’ll have your
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Adult
Education
The Rabbi Mark G. Loeb Center for Life Long Learning
CANASTA FOR BEGINNERS with Geri Willen
IMPROVE YOUR HEBREW READING SKILLS Wednesday, November 6, 13, 20, and 27
with Rabbi Sam Wach 4:00-5:00 PM IN THE MEYERS AUDITORIUM
Monday, November 4, 11, 18, and 25, December 2, 9, 16, and 23
Now you can learn to play Canasta! Canasta is offered monthly. Join Geri Willen as
6:00 - 7:00 PM IN THE AGUS LIBRARY she shares her love of the game with you. It’s easy to learn and fun to play. Canasta
classes are offered monthly in November, December, January, March, April, and
This series of eight classes will enrich your Hebrew reading skills. You will be using
May. Register for as many sets of 4 classes you choose.
the siddur as your reading text resource and be able to follow the text as each
FEE: $50 FOR BETH EL MEMBERS; $60 FOR NON-MEMBERS
participant reads. This is great practice for improving reading, Hebrew fluency as
*Registration is required for all participants.
well as learning prayer.
THERE IS NO FEE FOR BETH EL CONGREGATION MEMBERS; $40 FEE FOR
NON-MEMBERS. *Registration is required for all participants. THE HISTORY OF ADVERTISING:
15 ADS THAT CHANGED OUR LIVES
AGUS ACADEMY with Barbara Blumberg
i-ENGAGE: FOUNDATIONS FOR A NEW Tuesday, November 5, 12, 19, and 26, December 3
7:00 - 8:15 PM IN THE AGUS LIBRARY
RELATIONSHIP with Rabbi Steven Schwartz,
Rabbi Dana Saroken, and Dr. Eyal Bor Join Barbara Blumberg as she takes you on a journey beginning with the very first
Monday, October 28, November 4, 11, 18, and 25, December 2, 9, 16, and 23 kind of advertising. Look at 15 ads through the centuries that changed our daily
7:00 - 8:15 PM IN THE AGUS LIBRARY living habits including what we do in the privacy of our bathrooms, how we buy an
engagement ring, and what we wear on our feet. Advertising has been influencing
This is a series of nine central-themed DVD lectures and conversations with us for a very long time as to what we need to buy to have a better life. How did we
Hartman Institute scholars led by Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman. These discussions evolve from posters to newspapers, to magazines, radio, tv, and now the internet?
respond to growing feelings of disenchantment and disinterest toward Israel Who were the brilliant ad men behind the cleverest ads? You will be shocked by
among an ever-increasing number of Jews worldwide. This creates a new narrative vintage ads that were overtly racist and by more modern-day ads that are more
regarding the significance of Israel for Jewish life. misogynistic according to today’s standards.
THERE IS NO FEE FOR BETH EL CONGREGATION MEMBERS; $40 FEE FOR FEE: $55 FEE FOR BETH EL CONGREGATION MEMBERS; $60 FEE FOR NON-
NON-MEMBERS. *Registration is required for all participants. MEMBERS. *Registration is required for all participants.
MAH JONGG FOR BEGINNERS with Geri Willen INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING with John Viles
Wednesday, November 6, 13, 20, and 27 Thursday, November 7, 14, and 21, December 5, 12, 19, and 26, January 2
10:00-11:00 AM IN THE MEYERS AUDITORIUM 10:00 AM IN RM.207, BERMAN-LIPAVSKY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Learn to play Mah Jongg with other beginners in just four lessons. Geri Willen Join this 8-session studio group as you explore creativity and self-expression
will offer these sets of four classes in November, December, January, March, through the art of painting. fundamental drawing skills. This studio class is
April, and May. designed for the beginner through more accomplished painter; each student will
FEE: $50 FOR BETH EL MEMBERS; $60 FOR NON-MEMBERS be supported at individual skill levels and will receive immediate feedback from
*Registration is required for all participants. John Viles and everyone is welcome.
FEE: $150 FOR BETH EL CONGREGATION MEMBERS; $175 FEE FOR NON-
MEMBERS *ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED IN THE CLASS FEE.
*Registration is required for all participants.
1ST WEDNESDAYS @ BETH EL
Wednesday, November 6 ANTI-SEMITISM: A SCOURGE THAT NEVER
7:30 PM IN THE OFFIT AUDITORIUM
REALLY ENDS with Barry Smith
Wednesday, November 13, 20
LEGENDARY LADIES OF JAZZ WITH VERONICA
The 1st Wednesday of the month brings you an evening of music, 7:00 PM IN THE AGUS LIBRARY
entertainment, and learning. Meet Veronica who presents this tribute to
Anti- Semitism, a mindset of people long gone and who's deleterious impact on
pioneer women in jazz music history. These ladies lived, loved, and bared their
Jews are moments in time that have long passed. If you believe this statement,
souls to us through lyrics and melody. With live singing and video images as
we have a bridge in Brooklyn to sell you. We will explore the ugly history of
the backdrop, take a journey through time and relive the music that became
Anti-Semitism and how it is attacking our Jewish communities and review the
the soundtrack of an era of class and elegance
definitions of Anti-Semitism, explore its history, and capture how it is being
THERE IS NO FEE FOR THESE EVENTS AND NO REGISTRATION IS
recycled back into our world.
REQUIRED. LISTEN AND ENJOY!
FEE: $30 FOR BETH EL CONGREGATION MEMBERS; $40 FEE FOR NON-
MEMBERS *Registration is required for all participants.
8 The Voice of Beth El CongregationSocial Action
Committee In addition to the above, please don’t forget to give to the Crisis Center. They are
always in need of non-perishable food, toiletries and school supplies. A basket
can be found in the front office.
NEW YEAR – NEW PROJECT PLEASE HELP OUR CONGREGANTS
“DECLUTTER AND BRING ( שמחהSIMCHA, JOY)” AND DO A MITZVAH
The Social Action Committee will be starting a new project to provide our We have members who need rides to and from medical appointments, physical
congregants the ability to declutter their closets and bring warmth to those therapy, dialysis, etc. as well as to Saturday morning Shabbat Services. You
in need. do not need to stay with the individuals at their medical appointment. One
volunteer can drop off and another can do the pick-up. Please contact
Please gather your gently worn winter coats for both children and adults which Paul Sheitel if you are willing to help. His contact information is 443-604-3178
will be distributed to those in need before the Thanksgiving holiday. or psheit09@gmail.com.
We will have three collection dates:
The Social Action Committee would love to have you join us. Whether you are
Monday, November 4, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM interested in helping with the events we have on our calendar, or have some
Sunday, November 10, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM ideas of your own, we would love to hear from you. Please contact either
Myra Katz at katz.myra@gmail.com or Marci Elkin at mhe325@gmail.com.
Tuesday, November 12, 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
The collection will take place in the Beth El Lobby. Any questions, please contact
Myra Katz at katz.myra@gmail.com or Randy Melnick at ranmel1@me.com.
Veterans
In addition to the above, we have many continuing events coming up between
now and the end of the year for which we would love to have your support.
We will be very busy with the following activities:
Shabbat
1. At Hope Lodge, we will be serving both a wonderful Thanksgiving and We are pleased to announce that Beth El will be honoring
Christmas Dinner to their residents and caregivers. our veterans on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH AT 10:00 AM
2. S upplying NEW toys to CHANA so that the mothers can provide their during morning Shabbat services. Members and guests are
children with a happy Hanukkah. All toys or money (if you don’t like invited to join us. Beth El welcomes veterans to wear their
to shop) can be dropped off at the front office or you can contact Ellen military attire. Any veteran needing a ride to services, please
Budish at 443-857-7499 or ebudish@verizon.net call the Beth El office so one may be arranged for you. We are
looking forward to having you join us as we honor the men
3. Needy families from Sinai’s Women & Children’s Coalition will be the
recipients of clothing and toys for the holidays. Please contact Ellen and woman who have served in the armed forces.
Budish if you are interested in participating.
4. On Christmas Day, sodas and donuts will be delivered
to our local police and fire departments.
The Voice of Beth El Congregation 9Freedom Song
One Family's Struggle with Addiction.
One Nation's Path to Recovery.
Thursday, November 7 at 6:45 p.m.
at Beth El’s Offit Auditorium
Created by Beit T’shuvah, a residential addiction treatment center,
Freedom Song is an interactive play that enables communities to shine
a light on the problem of addiction, while celebrating the possibility and
hope of recovery. The cast members are not actors, but actual people
in addiction recovery.
• 6:45 p.m.: Musical performance by the Helping Up Mission Choir
• 7:00 p.m.: Presentation of Freedom Song
Due to the generosity of our sponsors the evening is free and open to the public.
RSVP requested: https://tinyurl.com/freedomsong-balt
This evening is made possible by: Beth El Congregation, Baltimore Hebrew Congregation,
Jewish Community Services, Maryland Faith Health Network, Sol Levinson & Bros., Inc.,
The Larry A. Samet Fund, The Marilyn and David Carp Philanthropic Fund, and The Associated.
10 The Voice of Beth El CongregationKristallnacht
A LEGACY LOST
2019: a Legacy Lost
2:00 pm | Sunday
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10
AT 2:00 PM
November 10, 2019
MUSICAL TRADITIONS OF
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Beth ElFeaturing
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the Choirs of
8101 Park Beth El Congregation
Heights Avenue& 21208
Brown Memorial Park Avenue
Congregation Church
Cantor Thom King
Michael Britt, Organist
This Event made possible by
The Patsy & Fritz Goldschmidt This event is made possible by The Patsy & Fritz Goldschmidt
Memorial Music Fund and the Memorial Music Fund The
andDavid and
the Beth Regina
El Adult Choir Fund.
Beth El Adult Choir Fund Weinberg Foundation
Attention All Parents and Grandparents A Supporting Foundation of The Associated
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November 13 at 7:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY,
in the Kolker Room
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7:00 PM IN THE KOLKER ROOM
in the Kolker Room
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fascinating discussion!
Save the Date!
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The Voice of Beth El Congregation 11Men's
Club
Beth El Men’s Club continues its active schedule with the next upcoming
sports and exercise related event.
On Sunday, DECEMBER 15, the Men’s Club will welcome Billy Wunderlich of
Lifebridge Health and Fitness to Beth El for a return visit. Billy will discuss
physical conditioning and nutrition. Men’s Club members, guests and
family are welcome to join us.
The Men’s Club season kicked off with two great events. On SEPTEMBER 22,
Cantor Thom King reviewed the recent Beth El trip to Eastern Europe. In addition
to sharing a PowerPoint presentation, Cantor King provided an informative
commentary on the religious and historic significance of his experience.
On OCTOBER 17, the Men’s Club sponsored its annual “Steak, Salmon and
Scotch in the Sukkah” event. In addition to a capacity crowd and great
food, Scott Garceau, local sports commentator, provided an update of the
Baltimore sports scene. A great speaker and host of The Fan, an afternoon
sports talk show on radio 105.7, Scott was an engaging speaker and made
this a memorable occasion.
The Beth El Men’s Club hopes you will join us for our upcoming events
which are planned to address the interests of our members and the
general Beth El community. We are open to your recommendations
for future programs. The spectacular old city square of Krakow, untouched by the ravages of war.
Children’s book drawings of the joy of cleanliness, on the walls of a washroom in
The beautiful, vibrant, and diverse Jewish Community Center in Krakow, where we Auschwitz- very disturbing.
enjoyed a delicious and informative dinner.
Agus Do you know the Agus Library contains over 2700 books that you may borrow? No matter your
Library interest, you will find a book. History, philosophy, literature, cooking, memoirs, biographies,
genealogy, Jewish holidays, art, grief, and family relationships are just a few of the topics you will
find in the library’s collection.
Monday 9:00-10:00 AM
11:00 AM-12:00 PM There will be someone, in most classes held in the Agus Library, who will check out or receive your
Tuesday 1:00-2:00 PM library selections. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer in the library, please contact
Wednesday 3:00-4:00 PM Marlene Siegel 410-484-1844.
Thursday 11:30-12:30 PM
12 The Voice of Beth El CongregationSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
Every Wednesday
1 3 Cheshvan 2 4 Cheshvan
in November 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
Calendar Morning Service Torah Study Class
November
10:00 AM 8:30 AM 10:00 AM
Mah Jongg for Beginners The Spark Morning Service - Bar
4:00 PM 6:00 PM Mitzvah of Samuel Leckner
Learn to Play Canasta Evening Service 11:15 AM
Family Shabbat – Vav Led
6:30 PM
Evening Service
3 5 Cheshvan 4 6 Cheshvan 5 7 Cheshvan 6 8 Cheshvan 7 9 Cheshvan 8 10 Cheshvan 9 11 Cheshvan
9:15 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Torah Study Class
9:30 AM 11:30 AM 10:30 AM 9:30 AM 10:00 AM 8:30 AM 10:00 AM
Torah & Yoga Sisterhood Meeting & The History of Advertising From Darkness to Light Chair Yoga The Spark Morning Service - B’nai
3:00 PM Luncheon with Maria Broom 10:30 AM 6:45 PM 10:00 AM 6:00 PM Mitzvah of Avi Pearl and
Zentangling 6:00 PM Chair Yoga Evening Service Introduction to Painting Samantha Zooker
Evening Service
5:30 PM Improve Your Hebrew 6:45 PM 7:00 PM 5:00 PM 10:15 AM
Evening Service Reading Skills Evening Service Ulpan Hebrew Class Prayer Workshop Or Shabbat
6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM 6:45 PM 11:15 AM
Evening Service 1st Wed. @ Beth El Freedom Song Program Prayground Shabbat
The Meaning of Modern Art
7:00 PM 6:45 PM 4:45 PM
Agus Academy – iEngage Evening Service Evening Service
7:00 PM
To Kill a Mockingbird
7:00 PM
Embracing Imperfection
10 12 Cheshvan 11 13 Cheshvan 12 14 Cheshvan 13 15 Cheshvan 14 16 Cheshvan 15 17 Cheshvan 16 18 Cheshvan
9:15 AM Veteran's Day 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
Morning Service 8:00 AM Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Torah Study Class
9:30 AM Morning Service 10:30 AM 9:15 AM 10:00 AM 8:30 AM 10:00 AM
Torah & Yoga 6:00 PM The History of Advertising HealingService Chair Yoga The Spark Morning Service - Bar
2:00 PM Improve Your Hebrew 6:45 PM 9:30 AM 10:00 AM 6:00 PM Mitzvah of Ian Davis
Kristallnacht 2019 Reading Skills Evening Service From Darkness to Light Introduction to Painting Evening Service 11:15 AM
3:00 PM 6:45 PM 7:00 PM 12:00 PM 5:00 PM Kol Echad – Inclusive Family
Zentangling Evening Service The Meaning of Modern Art Biblio Prayer Workshop Shabbat Service
3:45 PM 7:00 PM 6:45 PM 6:45 PM 4:45 PM
Fritz Goldschmidt Concert Agus Academy – iEngage Evening Service Evening Service Evening Service
5:30 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM
Evening Service Ulpan Hebrew Class To Kill a Mockingbird
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
Beth El Seniors Dinner & Embracing Imperfection
Entertainment with Pinny 7:00 PM
the King Navigating Holidays
7:00 PM
Anti-Semitism
17 19 Cheshvan 18 20 Cheshvan 19 21 Cheshvan 20 22 Cheshvan 21 23 Cheshvan 22 24 Cheshvan 23 25 Cheshvan
9:15 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service Torah Study Class
9:30 AM 6:00 PM 10:30 AM 9:30 AM 10:00 AM 8:30 AM 10:00 AM
Torah & Yoga Improve Your Hebrew The History of Advertising From Darkness to Light Chair Yoga The Spark Morning Service - B’not
3:00 PM Reading Skills 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 10:00 AM 6:00 PM Mitzvah of Maelan Altberger
Zentangling 6:45 PM Chair Yoga Sisterhood Luncheon & Introduction to Painting Evening Service & Lucie Goldberg
5:30 PM Evening Service 6:45 PM Book Review with Rabbi 2:00 PM 11:15 AM
Evening Service 7:00 PM Evening Service Schwartz Caregiver Café Prayground Shabbat
Agus Academy – iEngage 7:00 PM 6:45 PM 5:00 PM 4:45 PM
The Meaning of Modern Art Evening Service Prayer Workshop Evening Service
7:00 PM 6:45 PM
Ulpan Hebrew Class Evening Service
7:00 PM 7:00 PM
Anti-Semitism Embracing Imperfection
24 26 Cheshvan 25 27 Cheshvan 26 28 Cheshvan 27 29 Cheshvan 28 30 Cheshvan 29 1 Kislev 30 2 Kislev
9:15 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM Offices & School Close Thanksgiving 7:45 AM 9:00 AM
Morning Service Morning Service Morning Service at 3:00 PM Offices & School Closed Morning Service Torah Study Class
9:30 AM 6:00 PM 10:30 AM 8:00 AM 9:15 AM 6:00 PM 10:00 AM
Torah & Yoga Improve Your Hebrew The History of Advertising Morning Service Morning Service Evening Service Morning Service - B’nai
9:45 AM Reading Skills 10:30 AM 6:45 PM Mitzvah of Brooke & Noah
5:30 PM Zayon
Talking to Your Children and 6:45 PM Chair Yoga Evening Service Evening Service
Grandchildren About… Evening Service 6:45 PM 4:45 PM
3:00 PM 7:00 PM Evening Service Evening Service
Zentangling Agus Academy – iEngage 7:00 PM
5:30 PM The Meaning of Modern Art
Evening Service
7:00 PM
Nia
The Voice of Beth El Congregation 13Empty Nesters & Beth El
BabyBoomers Seniors
Our opening dinner in September was a huge success. We hosted 65 members and
Greetings from the Chairs of the EN/BB. We are looking forward to an exciting their guests, ate a delicious dinner and culminated the evening with the fabulous
2019-2020 year!! Listed below are the activities we have planned. singer, Shannon Wollman.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 @ 10:30 AM On DECEMBER 8, we will be serving lunch followed by Bingo with great prizes.
Tour of B’Nai Israel and its history of Jewish Baltimore followed by brunch and then The cost is $15.00 for members and $18.00 for guests. Pleases RSVP no later than
to top off the morning, a visit to the Jewish Museum with an exciting new exhibit. November 25.
• Tours of Lloyd Street Synagogue and B’nai Israel led Save these dates by marking your calendars:
by Erika Rief Hornstein
JANUARY 12 - Brunch and the movie “The Other Son”
• Brunch and discussion with Rabbi Etan Mintz
FEBRUARY 9 - Create a Tie activity
• Explore the Jewish Museum of Maryland (docent-led) and
view the exhibit called “Scrap Metal, Innovators of Recycling.” MARCH 8 - My Fair Lady by The Musical Artist Theatre
**Free parking lot across the street from B’nai Israel MEMBERSHIP
$30 per person, checks made out to Beth El (Empty Nesters). Some of us may be up in age, but we are a vibrant group of men and women who just
RSVP to Yvonne Epstein at Beth El by Friday, October 25. want to have fun. Our dues are very reasonable - $18.00 per person/$36.00 per couple.
Your check is your reservation. We meet monthly on Sundays at 6:00 p.m. for dinner and entertainment. During the
winter months, some of our events are in the afternoon.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18
“Cooking with Faith Wolf.” Pesach Cooking demonstration with tastings and recipes. TRANSPORTATION
It is important that we keep reiterating that some of our Seniors are unable to attend
FRIDAY, MAY 15 our events because they either don’t drive or don’t drive at night. How would you feel
“Potluck” Kosher Shavuot dairy dinner. if you wanted to attend a Beth El event and had no transportation? Please do a mitzvah
by helping our members stay connected. If you need transportation, please let either
Keep your eye on the Beth El Buzz and the monthly Voice to get more information Ruthye at 410-655-8242 or Ellen at 443-857-7499 know and we will TRY to assist you.
on all these events. Look for our Flyers in the lobby of the Shul.
TORAH MAINTENANCE FUND
If you have any suggestions or would like to get more involved in our group, email Please remember to purchase our Torah Maintenance Cards. The proceeds from these cards
Debbie Shore at Teachum324@gmail.com or Helene Lutz at are used to pay for the repair of our Torahs and/or Megilahs. They can be purchased from
heleneglutz@icloud.com. either Amy at the front office or by contacting Ellen Davis at 410-602-4444. These all-
purpose cards are six for $10.00 or $2.00 each. Checks should be made payable to the Beth
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!
El Torah Maintenance Fund.
Shredding SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Beth El's Rear Parking Lot
1-3 bags - $10 | 4-6 bags - $20
Additional charges will be collected for 6 bags/boxes and more.
Things to know before shredding:
• All bags (plastic and paper) must be emptied into cans.
• Boxes must be emptied.
• Papers must be removed from the following: binders,
heavyweight folders, hanging files and plastic folders of any kind.
We appreciate your support, as it is our mission to help Beth El and the
environment through our efforts.
Sponsored by the Beth El Environmental Committee
14 The Voice of Beth El CongregationANNUAL APPEAL | 2019-2020
These contributions were made between September 16, 2019 and September 25,2019.
Thank you to our generous donors who have already made their gifts!
SUSTAINERS Drs. Robert and Gail Liss CONTRIBUTORS Deanna and Peter Hirsch ASSOCIATE
David and Catherine Max Erica and Jay Hobby
$4,000 TO $9,999 Laraine Satisky $300 TO $499 Marcia Friedman Katz UP TO $149
Arnold and Joyce Fruman Marcia Gellis Roslyn and Albert Katz Anonymous
Sheila Leiss Alice Adler
SPONSORS Terry and Stephen Katz
PROVIDERS Joan and Richard Lessans Regan and Christopher La Testa Rosalie Buchsbaum
$500 TO $999 Gail Lipsitz Evelyn Morrison Estelle Cohen
$2,000 TO $3,999 Steve Levin and Jill Baldinger Bob Moss Dr. Bernard and Sondra Eisenberg
Anonymous Linda and Dave Oravecz
Marilyn and Jim Dickman Rae Shalowitz Sanford and Simone Rosenbloom Wendy and Marc Elover
Saralyn and Jeff Elkin Tracee and Kevin Fruman Harriet Weiner Sharon and Ralph Holzman
Ray and Dale Kahn Joyce and Arnold Rottman
Rebecca and Neal Fruman Harold Rottman Bertha James
Dr. Robert and Carol Keehn
Robert and Eve Slatkin
Jennifer and Jon Krieger GUARANTORS June Sacks Carol and Gilbert Kleiner
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