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 Beth Sholom B'nai Israel for Life-Long Learning
Bi-Weekly Announcements: 5/17/12 through 6/1/12
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400 East Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT 06040 860-643-9563 www.myshul.org
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Celebration Dinner
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Deadline Extended to
Next Thursday, May 24
Join your fellow congregants, our
BSBI family, in an evening
that will include cocktail hour, special tribute to our past presidents, a wonderful catered sit down dinner, BSBI talent and a ukulele performance that will include a sing
along.
Cherish the Past . . .
Celebrate the Present . . . Rejoice in the Future . . .
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Religious Services
Friday, May 18, 8:15 PM Kabbalat Shabbat service and oneg.
Saturday, May 19, 10:00 AM Social Action Shabbat service followed by a Kiddush luncheon sponsored by the Shabbat Luncheon Fund.
Friday May 25, 8:15 PM Kabbalat Shabbat service and oneg.
Saturday, May 26, 10:00 AM Shabbat Service followed by a Kiddush Luncheon sponsored by the Endowment Foundation and enhanced by David and Josh Stern in honor of Rebecca Rumbo's birthday.
8:50 PM Shavuot Evening service.
9:15 PM Shavuot Study Session. Join us for an educational voyage. Details
Sunday, May 27, 10:00 AM Shavuot service followed by a Kiddush.
Monday, May 28, 10:00 AM Shavuot service/Yizkor followed by a Kiddush.
Friday, June 1, 8:15 PM Kabbalat Shabbat service and oneg.
Saturday, June 2, 10:00 AM Shabbat service followed by a Kiddush luncheon sponsored by the Shabbat Luncheon Fund.
Note: Beginning July 1st our Monday through Thursday evening services will begin at 7:30 PM instead of 7:15 PM.
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Mitzvah Day - This Sunday - May 20th
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
We will need the following items:
- Shampoos, conditioner, combs, brushes
- Soap, face and body cream
- Deodorant, razors
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Click Here for Registration Form and Event Activities
New Mitzvah Day Opportunity!
 A food drive will be held at Manchester Stop & Shop on Mitzvah Day, May 20, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM. The MACC Emergency Food Pantry on Main Street is in desperate need of food items at this time. Its shelves are nearly bare. Eight volunteers are needed to work on this important mitzvah. If you are interested, phone us at 860-643-9563.
Our co-chairs and our DCF Fun Fair loyal leader welcome your help. Come at 9am on Sunday and we will put you to work - all ages and abilities welcome.
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Manchester USY and Kadima invite all 5th-12th graders to a...
Blue & White Party... an Israel Celebration!
 This Sunday, May 20th from 4:30 - 7:00 PM at BSBI!
Food - make your own pizza supper!
Games!
Tie-Dye!
And much, much more!!
Wear Blue and White!
Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the food bank. Also consider bringing a few dollars for Tzedekah!
$5.00 per person if you are not a USY/Kadima member
$3.00 per person if you are a member
FREE for 5th Graders!
Hope to see all 5th-12th graders on Sunday for a great event!!
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 Shavuot Celebration
"God's Gift of Torah"
Saturday Night, May 26
 Shavuot Service - 8:50 PM Study program will begin at 9:15 PM
Shavuot celebrates God's gift of Torah - but what exactly does that mean? Because Shavuot celebrates God's revelation of Torah to the Jewish people at Sinai, there is an ancient tradition to prepare anew for receiving Torah by studying all night the first night of the holiday. The custom is called "Tikun Leil Shavuot." I certainly admire those Jews who have that passion and stamina. For me, a "token Tikun" will have to do. Please join Rabbi Plavin Shavuot night, Saturday May 26, from 9:15 PM - 11:15 PM as we immerse in Torah. In our study session we will explore what we mean by Divine Revelation.
- What does the Torah and Rabbinic literature have to say about revelation? We will look at sources and discuss them.
- What do we mean by revelation as understood within Conservative Judaism? How do Reform and Orthodox Jews understand the concept? What difference does it make?
- Finally, we will explore ice cream sundaes and delve into the issue of what toppings best fit the theology of Conservative Judaism.
Join us for this evening of stimulating study. To have adequate texts and ice cream, we request that you pre-register. Call the synagogue at 860-643-9563, ext. 101, or email Rabbi Plavin by clicking here.
Beth Sholom B'nai Israel for Life-Long Learning
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Sisterhood's Torah Fund Dessert
Wednesday, May 23, 7:00 PM
 Come have scrumptious desserts baked by Sisterhood members, and learn about the Jewish Theological Seminary from our speaker, Nancy Rosen. Nancy is a graduate of JTS, a teacher at the Solomon Schechter Day School in West Hartford, and the wife of Rabbi Jim Rosen at Beth El Synagogue. Your admission is a donation in any amount to "JTS Torah Fund". Please respond to Belle Zucker at 860-643-4739. This annual event to support the seminary will be held at Carol Goldstein's house on Wednesday, May 23rd, at 7 p.m.
Details
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Brotherhood
 SAVE THE DATE! Wednesday, June 13th at BLACKLEDGE Country Club in Hebron.
The 16th Annual Todd Abitz Memorial Golf Tournament is co-sponsored by BSBI Brotherhood, MACC Charities and HVCC. We are getting down to very detailed planning and there is an urgent sense that all our Brotherhood members must step up and assist with this endeavor. My expectation is that all Brotherhood members contribute to this event with either some sweat-equity as a volunteer on the day of the event or donating a gift card for our raffle or making a  contribution that will allow us to fund some of the expenses associated with the execution of this event. I am asking that those who are not actively participating as a golfer or sponsor or volunteer on the day of the event, contribute a generic gift card valued at $25. If they would rather purchase a store card (grocery, home improvement, drug store, etc) those will be welcomed as well. Just a reminder that our own Synagogue offers gift cards which is exactly what we would like. It would be a double win to purchase a gift card and donate that!
To Register for this event and to view the flyer click here
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PLEASE JOIN US FOR SUMMER SOFTBALL 2012
Our co-ed synagogue team welcomes back all of our returning team-mates and is looking for new players!!
 We play on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. at the Hall High School fields in West Hartford. Our season lasts from June 3rd to August 19th.
 FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS WE MADE IT TO THE PLAY-OFFS AND LAST YEAR WE WERE THE LEAGUE CHAMPIONS!
This year there will be league-wide pre-season practices on Sunday mornings in May, from the 3rd to the 20th.
Anyone interested in joining our team should call us at 860-643-9563.
HELP US TO DEFEND OUR TITLE!
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 Shabbat Luncheons Thank you to the Endowment Foundation Board of Trustees who have decided to match all Kiddush luncheon sponsors from endowment funds. Beth Sholom B'nai Israel will now have kiddush lunches every week. If you would like to celebrate your lifecycle event with our community by sponsoring a luncheon or oneg email Fred Fox by clicking here, or call him at 860-643-9563 ext. 104. Beth Sholom B'nai Israel appreciates the generosity of the members and the Board of Trustees who make these luncheons possible. Individual donations to the luncheon fund are always appreciated. |
To All Minyan Attendees
Reminder - The daily minyan begins at 7:15 pm Monday through Thursday each week through June, 2012. Starting July 1st they will begin at 7:30 PM.
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Announcement Notice:
All material being submitted for inclusion in our Announcements should be sent to Saundra Roethel at tbsadmin@sbcglobal.net no later than Tuesday, 5 PM. Events submitted by other organizations, or taking place elsewhere, must be accompanied by a link (for click through purposes). Note: We generally begin publishing materials for an event 1 month prior to the event date.
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Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford plans trip to Jewish sites in Charleston and Savannah.
This is a wonderful opportunity to visit two very interesting cities with informative guides and additional lectures. Participants do not have to be Society members.
Click here for details
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| Joke of the Month - from stuffjewishpeoplelike.com
Three men, an Italian, a Frenchman, and a Jew, were condemned to be executed. Their captors told them that they had the right to have a final meal before the execution.
They asked the Frenchman what he wanted.
"Give me the best French wine and French bread," he requested.
So they gave it to him, he ate it, and then they executed him.
Next it was the Italian's turn.
"Give me a great big plate of pasta," said the Italian.
So they brought it to him, he ate it, and then they executed him.
Now it was the Jew's turn.
"I want a big bowl of strawberries, " said the Jew.
"Strawberries!!! They aren't even in season!"
"Nu, so I'll wait..." |
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Recipe of the Month - Zucchini Parmigiana - from
www.kosherscoop.com Posted By: Chaia Frishman
 3-4 large green zucchini (or equivalent)
1 cup of seasoned bread crumbs
1 egg beaten
Oil for frying
One jar of marinara sauce
16 oz. tub of cottage cheese
1 egg
12 slices American cheese
16 oz bag of mixed cheddar and mozzarella cheese shredded
Directions:
1. Cut off tops of zucchini and slice them lengthwise into 1 /2 inch slices. You should have enough slices to cover the area of a 9 b 13 inch pan 3 times. Lay zucchini on a sheet and sprinkle salt on them. Let sit till zucchini sweats. Pat dry.
2. Dip zucchini in egg and then bread crumbs. Repeat with remaining zucchini. Heat oil in frying pan and fry in batches. Zucchini should be slightly tender when done frying. About 2 minutes on each side. Don't crowd the pan and change the oil midway.
3. Preheat oven 350. Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9 by 13 inch pan. Line pan with fried zucchini strips. Mix egg with cottage cheese. Pour mixture on top of zucchini lined pan. Line another layer of zucchini. Layer American cheese over zucchini. Line with another layer of zucchini. Pour another cup of marinara sauce on layer of zucchini. Sprinkle bag of mixed shredded cheese.
4. Bake covered for 45 minutes and uncovered till cheese on top is firm and not loose. Let pan sit for a few minutes till firm. Slice and enjoy!
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