Monday, March 20

• NEW! Usborne Book Fair – Mar. 20- 24 in the school hallways, M-Th 8am-4pm; F 9am-12pm
  Shop a large selection of beautiful, colorful, award-winning children's books that make reading and learning fun, promoting literacy and the love of reading while raising funds & books for CAI’s Preschool/Kindergarten. All books have sturdy bindings and durable, acid-free pages, and do not have TV or movie tie-ins. Fair includes books, educational activity kits & card packs; no toys, trinkets or video games. An Usborne representative will be here M-Th 1:30-3:00pm; Fr 9am-12pm; otherwise there will be a hold box for items you wish to purchase. The school’s teachers will have their “wish lists” for books they would like for their classrooms. For more information, contact Lynne Falkow-Strauss.

• 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.

• B'nai Mitzvah Class, 4:00pm

• Adult Choir Rehearsal, 6:00pm
  This choir is open to all adults who have an interest in Jewish music and enjoy singing. The repertoire will include a full spectrum of Jewish music, both liturgical and secular. For more information, contact Cantorial Soloist Nichole Chorny.

Tuesday, March 21

• Usborne Book Fair continues – thru Mar. 24 in the school hallways, T-Th 8am-4pm; F 9am-12pm

• Religious School, 4:00pm
  For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

• 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. Open to all. No charge to attend.

• Junior USY, 6:00pm. For Jewish children grades 7 & 8
  For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

Wednesday, March 22

• Usborne Book Fair continues – thru Mar. 24 in the school hallways, W-Th 8am-4pm; F 9am-12pm

• “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 – Wednesdays, 11:00am
  Informal and lively study discussion led by Rabbi Robert Eisen. (Occasionally lay-led.) Open to all. No charge to attend.

Thursday, March 23

• Usborne Book Fair continues – thru Mar. 24 in the school hallways, 8am-4pm; F 9am-12pm

Friday, March 24

• Usborne Book Fair concludes – in the school hallways, 9am-12pm
   
• Preschool/Kindergarten Early Dismissal, 12:00pm

Saturday, March 25

• B'nai Mitzvah Class, 9:00am

• 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: Vayakhel & Pekudei

Sunday, March 26

• Religious School, 9:00am
  For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

• Parent Havurah/Discussion Group, 10:00am
  Parenting with a Jewish Lens – A continuation of our series on strengthening Jewish families in collaboration with JFCS; facilitated by Rabbi Robert Eisen and  Jacque Kaplan, MSW, LCSW, with JFCS. Today’s topic: “How We Speak to Children Matters: Being responsive instead of reactive.” Held at & hosted by Congregation Anshei Israel. No charge to attend. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

• Women's League Brunch & Fashion Show – Sunday, Mar. 26, 10:30am check-in; 11:00am brunch in Rabbi Breger Hall
  Enjoy a brunch by Handmaker Catering & a fashion show modeled by members of Women’s League (with fashions provided by Maya Palace). WL members & models $25; guests $30. Reservations required by Mar. 19. For more information & to RSVP, contact Evelyn.