Shabbat Vaytze
Friday November 12, 2010 Saturday November 13, 2010
6:30 PM Tot Shabbat 9:00 AM Torah Study
Rabbi Cosnowsky will tell a story 10:30 AM Morning Service
8:15 PM Shabbat Evening Service Bat Mitzvah: Danielle Kaplan
Rabbi Bob will discuss, "Our Sanctuary as Sacred Space."
Oneg Host: Kaplan Family
Shabbat Vayishlach
Friday November 19, 2010 Saturday November 20, 2010
8:15 PM Shabbat Evening Service 9:00 AM Special Adult Ed Program with
SYG will lead the service Rabbi Cosnowsky SYG Installation
Oneg Host: Families of the SYG
* Childcare is available during Friday evening services in our Nursery.
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Sponsor Spotlight
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Message from Rabbi Cosnowsky
 As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I cannot help but think what a "Jewish" Thanksgiving seems to be. How does Thanksgiving relate to our Judaism?
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| Interfaith Thanksgiving Service-
The DuPage Interfaith Resource Network Thanksgiving Service will be held on Monday, November 22nd at 7:30 PM in the beautiful sanctuary of St. Procopius Abbey at the corner of Maple and College in Lisle. The service features broad participation from a wide range of religions including: Protestants, Buddhists, Catholics, Jews, Moslems, Zoroastrians, Sikhs, and B'hai. We hear the prayers of other religions, sung and chanted. The service is a wonderful way to begin the week of Thanksgiving. The warmth and diversity of the worshipping congregation expresses the promise of America. We respect our differences and appreciate that which binds us together. We proclaim a common message of thanks with our words and melodies of prayer.
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| Adult & Family Activities
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Message from Our President
 The major Jewish holidays are done and while you would think that things around the synagogue have calmed down, there are a number of activities that the committees at synagogue have been planning for all ages.
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Hanukkah Gift Bazaar- November 14th
 The Hanukkah Gift Bazaar will be held this Sunday, November 14th from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM in the social hall. The Sisterhood Gift Shop as well as outside vendors has lots of merchandise for your holiday shopping.
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Hanukkah Family Night- Sunday, December 5th
 It may be 70 degrees outside but Hanukkah begins in three weeks which means the school committee has planned their Hanukkah Family Fun Night for Sunday, December 5th. This year our entertainment will be the Shining Lights, a singing group of Jewish teens from the Chicagoland area. Our own Lian Lucansky is a part of this group. Plan to join us for a fun evening of family fun. In addition, we are sponsoring our second annual dreidle making contest. For details......see more here.
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Gil Hoffman, Senior Political Editor of the Jerusalem Post, will speak- Sunday, November 14th
On Sunday, November 14th at 7:00 PM, Gil Hoffman, Senior Political Editor of the Jerusalem Post will speak on the topic, "Peace, Politics and Plutonium: an insider's look at Israel's efforts to prevent a nuclear Iran and advance Mideast peace." Read more here.
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Rabbi Cosnowsky to Lead Study Class-
"Journey Through the Prayer Book"
Saturday, November 20th
Please join Rabbi Cosnowsky for a morning study while we "Journey Through the Prayer Book," to learn about the different prayers we say on Shabbat.
Read about the class here...
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Social Action Past Events Update
Social Action Shabbat- On Friday, October 15th, Providence Rubingisa, founder and president or Stuff For the Poor,spoke about living through the Rwandan genocide. Read more here.
Blood Drive- On Sunday, October 31st 36 congregants participated in the fall Blood Drive. Read more here.
Stuff For the Poor- 1082 pairs of shoes were donated in September & October. Read more here.
PADS Adopt-An-Apartment- Through all the donations from congregants, our third PADS apartment was set up. Read more here.
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Sisterhood Lunch & Dinner Recap
Read here about Sisterhood's dinner at Suzette's Creperie and lunch at Gibson's Steakhouse.
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Adult Shabbaton- "Getting to God"
Saturday, December 11th
The Getting to God Shabbaton:
A day exploring how we (might) experience God
On Saturday, December 11th, from 1:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Rabbi Marc Belgrad will share his "Getting to God" adult shabbaton.
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| School & Youth Activities
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| Sisterhood Hanukkah Craft Party-
Wednesday, November 17th
 Mark your calendars for a fun-filled afternoon at Etz Chaim's annual Hanukkah Craft Party, Wednesday, November 17th 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. There will be crafts, games, prizes, face painting, Hanukkah goodies and more. This event is for children in preschool through second grade. There is no cost for this event!
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Shabbat Chaverim- Friday, November 19th
 Our next "Shabbat Chaverim" is Friday morning, November 19th at 10:00 AM. This program is for young children and parent/guardian.
Read more here...
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Tot Shabbat Plus
The next Tot Shabbat Plus is on Saturday, December 4th at 9:30 AM. This program is similar to our Friday Tot Shabbat but we will include a craft project for the children that can and would like to participate in the activity. Tot Shabbat Plus will take place in the lower level social hall. We look forward to seeing you at our new special Shabbat program.
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SYG Humanitarian Service Project
From November 19th to December 3rd, SYG is having a birthday party supply drive for the Humanitarian Service Project. We will be accepting food supplies as well as accessories (candles, plates, napkins, etc.), to be separated and assembled into birthday care packages by the SYG at an upcoming event. Drop off box will be in the synagogue lobby as of November 19th.
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Enroll Your Child in SKIP Now
 The SEND-A-KID-TO-ISRAEL PARTNERSHIP (SKIP) program is a special savings plan that helps Chicago-area youngsters visit Israel as an integral part of their Jewish education. Parents of children 3rd-9th grade should watch for SKIP enrollment materials in the mail. Enrollment packets were mailed out the last week of September. Please contact Rachel Wood if you have not received your packet.
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Did You Know.....
Manna
 The next Manna is December 12th. The Manna Gift Card program provides an easy, no cost way to raise funds for our congregation while receiving 100% value for every dollar you spend. Read more here.
Jewish Vocational Services Program at Etz Chaim- Tuesday, November 23rd
Congregation Etz Chaim will host a Jewish Vocational program presenting Steven Rosenblum, a human resource professional, to speak on Tuesday, November 23rd at 7:00 PM. His topic will be Organizing Your Job Search. Read more here.
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Wednesday November 10 Pick-up Manna Orders Today
Sunday November 14 9:00 AM Hanukkah Bazaar Sponsored by the Sisterhood
Come shop for Hanukkah. There will be many great vendors. Remember Hanukkah begins on December 1st.
7:00 PM Gil Hoffman, Senior Political Editor of the Jerusalem Post to speak
Mr. Hoffman will discuss the current situation in the Middle East. Program will be held at Congregation Beth Shalom in Naperville. Reception will follow. No cost to attend.
Wednesday November 17 4:00 PM Hebrew School and Hanukkah Craft Party
Friday November 19 10:00 AM Shabbat Chaverim
Saturday November 20 9:00 AM Special Adult Ed Program with Rabbi Cosnowsky ~ "Journey Through The Prayer Book"
Learn about the different prayers we say and sing on Shabbat. This session will include a light nosh, coffee and an entertaining look at the various prayers that are part of the Shabbat liturgy. Knowledge of Hebrew not needed to participate.
Sunday November 21
12:30 PM Family Hanukkah Movie- sponsored by the library
Wednesday December 1
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Orders Due December 12th
Pick up December 15th |
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