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The Week Ahead… October 28-November 3, 2019

By Debra Lytle - Friday, October 25th, 2019

Monday, October 28

  • 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. Facilitator Ally Ross brings her 16-month-old daughter, Haley as her special “helper.” Various experts from different fields of child development and child-care will visit occasionally 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, contact Nancy Auslander.
  • Open Mah Jongg Play – Mondays, 10:00am-12:00pm
    All levels welcome; men welcome, too. Come join the fun! For more information, contact Evelyn.

  • Board of Trustees Meeting, 6:15pm
    For more information, contact Dan Jurkowitz.

Tuesday, October 29

  • B'nai Mitzvah Class, 4:00pm

  • B’Yahad (Together), 4:00pm. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

  • Talmud on Tuesday – Tuesdays, 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 Shabbat. 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.

Wednesday, October 30

  • “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.

  • Senior USY, 6:30pm. For Jewish children grades 9 thru 12. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

Friday, November 1

  • Tot Shabbat, service 5:45pm; dinner 6:15pm
    Eveyone is welcome to join us for a special Kabbalat Shabbat Service hosted by our 3-year-olds’ classes Giborim & Maccabim for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by a kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. $25 per family (2 adults & up to 4 children). Additional adults $10 per person. RSVP by Oct. 28 to Kim.

Saturday, November 2

  • "Read It & Meet" Book Discussion , approx. 12:00pm
    Join us as we discuss Kaddish.com by Nathan Englander, with moderator Eric Flank. Book discussions are held once a month and are open to everyone. We discuss selected books by Jewish authors or with Jewish content, and share our experiences, reactions, and ideas. Moderators facilitate each discussion. For more information, contact Helen.

  • Shabbat Afternoon Torah Study, 3:30pm
    Open to all, this is an opportunity to become more involved in “living Judaism.” Lay-led. No charge to attend. Torah Portion: Noah

Sunday, November 3

  • B’Yahad, 9:00am. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.
  • Kadima, 12:00pm. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.