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The Week Ahead… August 29-Sept. 4, 2016

By Debra Lytle - Friday, August 26th, 2016

Monday, August 29

  • Parent-Tot Class, Mondays, 9:00 – 11:00am
    Open to the public, this FREE weekly class for children up to 24-months in age and their parent(s) is a great way to meet other parents, exchange experiences, and provide an opportunity for the children to play together and engage in age-appropriate activities. We also read a book from PJ Library twice a month. Facilitated by Gabby Erbst, various experts from different fields of child development and child-care will visit to share their expertise and provide opportunities for discussions. Feel free to bring your friends; it’s open to everyone! (PLEASE NOTE: We have a mandatory vaccination policy.) For more information, call Lynne Falkow-Strauss.

  • Open Mah Jongg Play – Mondays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
    All levels welcome. Men are welcome, too. Come join the fun! For more information, contact Evelyn.

  • "Read It and Meet” Planning Meeting, 11:45am, Eli's Deli 5071 E. 5th St.
    Join us for lunch – “Read It and EAT!” (Dutch treat) and help us plan our reading list for the coming year. Let’s share our favorite books by Jewish authors or those that have Jewish content. Or, help add to our list one you may have heard of, but haven’t had a chance to read yet. Plan to bring titles and brief summaries of 2 – 3 books and feel free to bring a friend. For more information & to RSVP, contact Vicki

  • B'nai Mitzvah Class, 4:00pm

Tuesday, August 30

  • Religious School, 4:00pm

  • Hebrew H.S., 5:00pm

  • Talmud on Tuesday, 6:00pm
    The Talmud is an extensive compilation of teachings and opinions of thousands of rabbis over the centuries, covering matters of Jewish law, ethics, philosophy, history, customs, and more. We are currently studying Tractate Megillah. Learn about the law and lore in the Talmud with Rabbi Robert Eisen as we dig deep into living Judaism.

  • Junior USY, 6:00pm 

Wednesday, August 31

  • "Gentle Chair Yoga" – Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am
    Focus is on increased balance, strength and flexibility in a supportive group setting. Meditation and deep relaxation at end of each class leaves participants with positive healing energy and uplifted spirits. Dress comfortably. Members of Women's League: $6 per class; non-members $8 per class. For more information, contact Evelyn

  • Weekday Torah Study Group, 11:00am
    Informal and lively study discussion led by Rabbi Robert Eisen. (Occasionally lay-led.) Open to all. No charge to attend.
  • Senior USY, 6:00pm

Friday, September 2

  • Tot Shabbat, service 5:45pm in Sanctuary; dinner 6:15pm
    Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. $25 per family (2 adults & up to 4 children). Additional adults $10 per person. RSVP by Aug. 29 to Kim.

Saturday, September 3 Shabbat Rosh Hodesh

  • Shabbat Afternoon Torah Study, 4:30pm
    Open to all, this is an opportunity to become more involved in “living Judaism.” Lay-led. No charge to attend. Torah Portion: Re'eh

Monday, September 5

  • Preschool/Kindergarten & Administrative Office Closed in observance of Labor Day; NO Parent-Tot Class, Mah Jongg Play or B'nai Mitzvah Class; MINYAN 8:00am