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Wednesday, January 25
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Thursday, January 26
7:30 pm - Book Group
Friday, January 27
6:30 pm - 5th grade Shabbat Service
Saturday, January 28
10:00 am - Model Bar Mitzvah Service
Sunday, January 29
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
Monday, January 30
7:00 pm - Knit & Knosh
Tuesday, January 31
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 1
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Thursday, February 2
7:45 pm - Hebrew 101
Friday, February 3
6:30 pm - New Member Consecration Shabbat
Bring Your Own Picnic Dinner
B'nai Shir
Birthday Blessings
Sunday, February 5
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
9:30 am - Holiday Happenings
Tuesday, February 7
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 8
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Thursday, February 9
12:00 pm - Clergy Lunch at GRS
7:45 pm - Hebrew 101
Friday, February 10
6:30 pm - Tu-b'Shevat Seder/Pot Luck Dinner
Sunday, February 12
NO SCHOOL
NO ADULT ED
GRS OFFICES CLOSED
Wednesday, February 15
NO SCHOOL
Friday, February 17
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
Sunday, February 19
NO SCHOOL
NO ADULT ED
GRS OFFICES CLOSED
Monday, February 20
GRS OFFICES CLOSED
Tuesday, February 21
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Wednesday, February 22
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Thursday, February 23
7:45 pm - Hebrew 101
Friday, February 24
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
House Band
Saturday, February 25
10:00 am - Daniel Kramer Bar Mitzvah
Sunday, February 26
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
11:30am - TYGRS meeting
Tuesday, February 28
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 29
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
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Torah Portion
January 28, 2012
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(Exodus 10:1-13:16)
Pharoah remains hard of heart, even after the eighth and ninth plagues. Moses then warns Pharoah of the slaying of the first born. God, through Moses and Aaron, instructs the Israelites to observe the first Passover Seder. God strikes down the first born of Egypt but passes over the marked Israelite dwellings. Finally, Pharoah relents, releasing the Israelites. The portion concludes with the laws of tefillin.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Elizabeth Horowitz
Jeff Malakoff
William Schnaer
Jenna Kimmel
Francine Koenig
Katerina Rosen
Soraya Mariel Robinson
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Tree of Life
(Etz Chaim)
| Celebrate the birth of a child, the bar or bat mitzvah of a loved one, the wedding or anniversary of a cherished friend or family member, a graduation or a retirement through a permanent dedication on the GRS Tree of Life! Click here for more information and to place an order.
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Caring Community News
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The GRS Caring Community is underway. With Ronnie Gurney and Eve Goldberg as co-chairs, committee members will be able to provide assistance to temple members in times of need and to celebrate with them in times of joy. If you know of an ill or hospitalized member, please contact the office at (203) 629-0018.
You can help us to help each other. We encourage the participation of volunteers to keep in touch with our members through telephone calls, visits, by sending cards, etc... If you would like to be a part of this committee please contact Erin Thomas at
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GRS Staff
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Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
rabbisklarz@grs.org
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Cantor Sabrina Lipton
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Stephanie Glaser
Executive Director
stephanieglaser@grs.org
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Lisa Gittelman Udi
Director of Education
lisargudi@grs.org
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Clarita Agulay
Bookkeeper
clarita@grs.org
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Erin Thomas
Administrative Assistant
Religious School Coordinator
erin@grs.org
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Peter Babivskiy
Caretaker
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Shabbat Service
Friday, January 27, 6:30 pm
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SHABBAT (Saturday) MORNING: RABBI SKLARZ, CANTOR LIPTON and special guest will conduct a MOCK BAR MITZVAH
service for upcoming B'nai Mitzvah students and families.
All are welcome to attend this model service.
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
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LOOKING for a FEW GOOD ACTORS: Silent or Vocal Stars (including those yet to be discovered)!
Dear Friends,
No Purim is ever complete without a Purim shpiel - a play of the Megillah (story of Purim). But a shpiel needs actors! Without great fanfare, the need to memorize/recite lines (as narrators will be on hand for those who are shy to speak) or much rehearsal time - at least for this year - I would love for us to present a short, entertaining re-enactment of the Purim story to be performed on Friday, March 9th at the GRS Family Purim Service.
This is NOT BROADWAY! The aim is to enjoy! Adults or kids who are interested, please let me know, by contacting Erin Thomas, at erin@grs.org.
I look forward to all who are "ready for their close-ups" to join on the stage of GRS,
Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
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Purim - Costumes Needed!!
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Costumes for boys/men are especially needed.
Thank you!
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Tzedakah
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Circle of Giving
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund
- Cara & David Kramer in honor of Daniel becoming a Bar Mitzvah
Music Fund
- Cara & David Kramer in honor of Daniel becoming a Bar Mitzvah
A contribution to GRS is a wonderful way to celebrate joyous events and commemorate meaningful occasions. If you would like to make a contribution, please send your check to GRS, 257 Stanwich Rd., Greenwich, CT 06830. For details on the giving opportunities available, please call the GRS office.
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Sisterhood Knit & Knosh
Monday, January 30, 7:00 - 9:00pm
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Would you like to knit, crochet or sew over good food and drinks, in good company?
Then, the GRS Sisterhood invites you to come and join us. We welcome knitters of any age, gender or ability! We would love to see more new faces!
At the home of Robin Edelston
Everyone is welcome, even those who just want to nosh!
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New Member Consecration Shabbat
Pot Luck Dinner
Friday, February 3, 6:30 pm
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Please join Rabbi Sklarz and Cantor Lipton for a special Shabbat, as we consecrate the newest members of Greenwich Reform Synagogue, followed by a pot luck dinner. If you would like to participate in the dinner, please contact Louise Salzer at salzerhouse@aol.com.
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Tu b'Shevat Seder/Pot Luck Dinner
Friday, February 10, 6:30 pm
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 Join us on Tu b'Shevat, celebrating the re-birth of Spring with a special family friendly seder/pot luck dinner. Together we will celebrate the bounty of the earth, with rituals including white and red wine (or grape juice for children) and special fruits, native to Israel and welcome Shabbat, all at the dinner table in the social hall. Rabbi Sklarz and Cantor Lipton will of course also include the Mi Shebereach and Kaddish. Bring your favorite winter comfort food, and enjoy the warmth of family and friends on Shabbat. Please contact Marie Kimmel at ragsdalekimmel@aol.com to let her know what you would like to contribute.
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FREE Taglit-Birthright trip to Israel!!
Register Wednesday, February 15
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 Registration for the summer session of FREE Taglit-Birthright Israel trips with URJ Kesher opens on February 15th.
The program is open to Jewish young adults who are ages 18-26 and who have never been to Israel on a peer program. The URJ Kesher experience was created for participants coming from a Reform Jewish background. Learn more at www.gokesher.org.
If you are interested, please let Rabbi Sklarz know ASAP so he can get you priority trip selection status!!
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Adult Ed
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Hebrew 101 - Thursday evenings at 7:45 with Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MSW. An introduction to the Hebrew alphabet. Students will develop the skills for reading prayer and the fundamentals of reading and writing modern Hebrew. This course or equivalent background is required for those seeking conversion or Adult B'nai Mitzvah. Temple members ($36) and non-members ($50) are welcome. For registration and additional information, please contact Erin Thomas, erin@grs.org.
Advanced Beginners Hebrew - Sunday mornings at 9:30 with Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MSW. Temple members and non-members welcome! Members $36, non-members $50. Please register by contacting Erin Thomas, erin@grs.org, so materials can be ordered prior to the program beginning.
Comparative Judaism with Rabbi Robert Rothman, Sunday mornings at 10:30. Have you ever been confused about the different approaches to Judaism? In this course, we explore, compare and contrast the ideology and practices of the Orthodox, Reform, Conservative and Reconstructionist movements.
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Around the Community
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JCC Greenwich is offering the following programs (For more information on any of the following, please visit
jccgreenwich.org):
WICKED WORKSHOP
Join "A Class Act NY" workshop where "Wicked" actor, Ben Cameron (Aida, Footloose too!) and a top NYC talent manager will work with budding thespians on scenes, songs and a dance combination from their favorite Broadway show in addition to their own audition song! "A Class Act NY" is Manhattan's premier award-winning acting studio for kids and teens. Due to countless requests to bring their program to Connecticut, "A Class Act NY" has finally found a home at the JCC Greenwich. This workshop will take place at Carmel Academy on Sunday, February 5, 1-5pm for kids 7-17. All skill levels welcome! For more details or to register, please contact JCC Greenwich at www.jccgreenwich.org
The Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Biblical Times
Monday, March 12, 11:15 am -1:00 pm Discovery Times Square, 226 W 44th Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) Time travel back to ancient Israel in this exhibit featuring the famed Dead Sea Scrolls and a stone from the Western Wall of the Second Temple, among some 500 never-before-seen artifacts from biblical times. In our wanderings, we'll experience the traditions, beliefs and iconic objects on display that impact world religions today. Co-sponsors: Greenwich Reform Synagogue, Chabad of Greenwich, Congregation Shir Ami and Temple Sholom. $25. Limited space; RSVP required, at jccgreenwich.org or by sending check to JCC Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich, CT 06830. (203) 552-1818.
Night of Fun at the Bruce Museum
January 26 @ 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Sushi, Martinis, & Comedy
Laugh, Eat & Schmooze at this sophisticated night of fun!
Cover: $80 per person (also sponsored by UJA Federation of Greenwich). Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is offering the following programs, support groups and volunteer opportunities (For more information or to register for any of the following, please visit www.jfsgreenwich.org or call 203-622-1881):
JFS Programs Ethics and Values of Jewish Celebrations Interfaith Conversations Book Beat: A Woman's Night Out MEET & MINGLE: The Network for Jewish Singes (55+) Rosh Hodesh: It's a Girl Thing A Moviegoer's Series JFS Counseling and Support Groups: Broken Families, Broken Hearts: Co-facilitated by Rabbi Andrew Sklarz, Greenwich Reform Synagogue, this group is designed to give participants an opportunity to talk about strained family relationships - whether it is with a parent, a sibling, a grandparent, a son or a daughter. Six Thursdays, beginning February 9, 11:00am - 12:00pm. At JFS, One Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich. $60 for the group (Sliding scale rates available) Call Tatiana at 203-622-1881 or email her at tnichiforova@jfsgreenwich.org Caregiver Support Group Divorce Support Group Children (Grades 4-6) of Divorce Support Group Children of Divorce (Grades 7-9) Support Group Bereavement Support Group
JFS Volunteer OpportunitiesBikkur Cholim/Friendly Visitors/Grocery Shopper
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