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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
Monday, February 27
7:00 pm - Knit & Knosh - home of Ann Greenberg
Tuesday, February 28
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 29
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, March 2
6:30 pm - Family Shabbat Service/Pot Luck Dinner
B'nai Shir
Birthday Blessings
Sunday, March 4
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
9:30 - Holiday Happenings
Purim Festivities
Tuesday, March 6
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 7
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, March 9
6:30 pm - Purim/K-1 Shabbat Service/Pot Luck Dinner
Sunday, March 11
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
2:00 pm - Visit to Nathaniel Witherell
Tuesday, March 13
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 14
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, March 16
6:30 pm - Choir Shabbat Service
Anniversary Blessings
Sunday, March 18
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
11:30 am - TYGRS Meeting
Tuesday, March 20
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 21
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Friday, March 23
6:30 pm - 4th Grade Shabbat Service
Saturday, March 24
10:00 am - Sophia Salzer Bat Mitzvah
Sunday, March 25
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
Tuesday, March 27
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 28
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
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Torah Portion
February 18, 2012
| Mishpatim
(Exodus 21:1-24:18)
In this portion, as the title infers, God gives the people further laws. They deal with slavery, property, moral behavior, and "cultic rituals." The Covenant is then reaffirmed. The portion concludes with the timeless phrase "We will do and we will listen."
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Happy Birthday to...
| Marvin Berenblum
Gordon Coburn
Roni Rubins
William Stark
William Berkley
Richard Blumenthal
Giorgio Rietti
David Blumenthal
Ronnie Gurney
William Richter
Michael Koelle
Annley Nirschel
Erin Thomas
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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
sabrinalipton@grs.org x226
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, February 17, 6:30 pm
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Please join us for a Shabbat Service led by Cantor Lipton followed by an Oneg Shabbat generously sponsored by Elyse and Don Brown.
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
Purim Actors & Costumes Needed!!
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LAST STAGE CALL!!
Dear Friends,
No Purim is ever complete without a Purim shpiel - a play of the Megillah (story of Purim). But a shpiel needs actors! We've gotten a few volunteers, but we would love more involvement! There will be no memorization of lines, as narrators will be on hand for those who are shy to speak. We also will not need much rehearsal time for us to present a short, entertaining re-enactment of the Purim story. Adult or kids who are interested, please contact Erin at erin@grs.org.
 Also for the Purim shpiel, children and adult costumes are needed, including dress-up clothing, funny hats, glasses, and masks.
Costumes for boys/men are especially needed.
Thank you! Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
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Tzedakah
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General Fund
Sandi Klein, in honor of Ann & Robert Rosenstock
Sandi Klein, in honor of Gordon & Susan Coburn
Ritual Fund
Leonor Lopez, in loving memory of Anna Pearlstein
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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Friday, March 2, 2012
Family Service & Pot-Luck Dinner
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 As the first Shabbat of the month approaches, we would like to invite you to a Family Shabbat Service, followed by a pot-luck dinner.
If you would like to stay for dinner, please RSVP to Louise Salzer at salzerhouse@aol.com.
March birthdays will be called to the bimah for a special blessing, and B'nai Shir will be singing.
For those interested in learning to sing, Cantor Sabrina is available for private voice lessons. |
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Purim Magic at GRS
Sunday, March 4, 2012, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
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 Please join us for a kid-friendly Megillah reading/presentation followed by a fun, interactive Purim-themed mystery game, pizza lunch, Purim treats and a special guest magician. Free and open to the community. Costumes are encouraged for all ages. All ages welcome. Please contact Erin at 203-629-0018 x221 or erin@grs.org to RSVP. |
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Purim Shabbat Service and Celebration
Friday, March 9, 2012, 6:30 pm
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 Please join Greenwich Reform Synagogue for a fun and musical family service featuring the K-1 class, and enjoy the first annual GRS Purim Shpiel including GRS members and clergy.
Enjoy groggers, hamantaschen and a Parade of Costumes. Prizes awarded to all who come in costume (children and adults).
Free and open to the community. Please contact Erin at 203-629-0018 x221 or erin@grs.org to RSVP.
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Our Temple Family
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Congratulations to Erin Thomas on her engagement to Christopher Bouchard!
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Passover Fundraiser
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 This is a Passover fundraiser for the GRS Religious School. Miss Chocolate collection envelopes were given to our religious school children during the last couple of weeks. In selling the Miss Chocolate goodies, our children can also win prizes for themselves! Below is a list of important information so everyone can make the most out of the candy sale! - If you do not have a child in the religious school, but you are interested in buying something, please contact Erin at erin@grs.org for more information.
- ALL ORDERS MUST BE IN BY FEBRUARY 26!
- If you want to sell to people who don't live close by, you can register online to place orders that will be sent to them directly. Please register your child using our school code (702666) so the sales are attributed to our synagogue.
- go to www.misschocolate.com
- click "online store" on the left side of the page
- click "student signup" on the left side of the page
- enter our school code: 702666, then click "submit"
- If anyone needs a new order form or the rest of the materials, please contact Erin, as they are in the temple office.
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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):
Education Symposium
Wednesday, February 29, 2012, the Annual Education Symposium, presented by the Women's Philanthropy of UJA Federation of Greenwich and JCC Greenwich will be held at a private home in Greenwich. Call (203) 552-1818 or go to jccgreenwich.org for more information and to register.
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.
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 Casino Night: March 3, 7:30pm RSVP Online 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 that began 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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