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ShopRite Hanukkah Celebrations
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We will lights menorahs, have crafts, food, and games for the children and a large array of festival foods, wrapping paper and gift items to help with your holiday shopping needs. Our Hanukkah celebrations will be held on the following dates:
ShopRite of Flemington Tuesday, Dec. 6th 6-7 PM Tuesday, Dec. 20th 6:30 PM
ShopRite of Greenwich Thursday, Dec. 15th 5-7 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 21st 7 PM
ShopRite of Clinton
Monday, Dec. 19th 4-6 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 21st 6 PM We hope you and your family will join us at one of our Hanukkah events and we wish you a very Happy Hanukkah.
From the Colalillo Family of ShopRites in Flemington, Greenwich and Clinton.
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Interfaith Hospitality Network
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A time to help our neighbors...
As you all know, Or Chadash is a sponsor Temple in the Interfaith Hospitality Network. This means that twice a year we host the families who are
homeless from our county and staying in Church for shelter. We partner with the
Flemington Presbyterian Church and for two nights we stay at that church, visit
with the families, provide and share dinner with them and spend the night.
Our next opportunity to help is Monday, December 19th and Wednesday, December 21st.
Click here for more information if you would like to help!
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Shabbat and Holiday
Service Schedule
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December 9: 7:30 PM Shabbat Torah Service
December 16: 7:00 PM Shabbat Family Service with 5th Grade Participation
December 17: 10:00 AM Bar Mitzvah - Josh Weinberg
5:00 PM Bat Mitzvah - Annie Fuhrman
December 23: 7:30 PM Shabbat Experience
December 30: 7:30 PM Lay Led Shabbat Service
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Educational Enrichment Fund
In memory of Louis Zalaznick:
Steve & Susan Albert
Brian & Carol Coriell
Rabbi Joseph Forman
Vivian Forman
Joan Leon
Alan & Kathy Marrus
Kevin & Iris Parker
Chris & Melissa Pickell
Glenn & Lydia Sokoloski
Gary & Debbie Weiss
Bruce & Betsy Zalaznick, in memory of Jeremy Lancer's grandather, Konrad Lancer; in memory of Robin Lewy's father, Matthew Ringel; in memory of Susan Ingram's mother, Janet Loewy; in memory of Debbie Beer-Chirstensen's step father, Morton Kail
Bruce & Betsy Zalaznick, in appreciation of Karen Tovi-Jones
General Contribution
Steve & Susan Albert, in honor of Rabbi Steinbrink bestowing the Hebrew name of Adira Yasmin on our granddaughter, Audrey Joan Albert
Brian & Carol Coriell, in memory of Matthew Ringel
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund
Ray Blumenfeld & Audrey Hackel, in honor of Thuy Blumenfeld becoming a Bat Mitzvah on 12/3/11
Chris & Leslie Hann, in memory of Bernard Wolf
Yahrzeit
Chris & Melissa Pickell, in memory of Bernard Wolf
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Upcoming Yahrzeits
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December 9
Bessie Kenyon
grandmother of Susan Albert Shirley Levine mother of Dan Levine James Mazzocchi father in law of Sherrie Mazzocchi Irving Safier father Cindy Lehrer Steven D. Weinstein brother of Susan Albert December 16 Marilyn Altshuler mother of Neil Altshuler Sylvia Borgman mother of Estelle Breines Harry Breines father of Ira Breines Esther Fish grandmother of Rabbi Forman Joseph M. Fish grandfather of Rabbi Forman Ken Kimberley friend of Sherrie Mazzocchi Judith Scheinberg mother of Annette Kahle Isadore Suchow father-in-law of Hilda Suchow
December 22Anna Suchow mother-in-law of Hilda Suchow
December 30Mary Landburg mother of Dena Tocci Anne Lerner grandmother of Liz Tracey Esther Senator-Gross grandmother of Laura Senator Florence Wolf Spitzberg Leonard grandmother of Jim Kassanoff Sylvia Wasserman loved one of Shelly Weller Albert Winter loved one of the Mahalick Family
January 6Julius Antelman father of Doug Antelman Harry Hackel father of Audrey Hackel William Schwartz father of Donna Zubek
January 13Samuel Alpert father of Evelyn Hersch Jay Antelman brother of Doug Antelman Abraham Boll father of Maxine Boll-Hughes Morris Fetner uncle of Bruce Zalaznick Joseph Sandler father of Jeff Sandler
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NFTY in Israel
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Teen summer programs in Israel are recognized not only as spectacular opportunities for fun and friendship but as defining and transforming Jewish growth experiences as well. All those who care deeply about ensuring a vibrant Jewish future appreciate the impact of a substantive Israel program on young people.
What can you expect your children to accomplish during their summer in Israel? What are the benefits of this wonderful opportunity?
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| Rabbi's Message | |
 What is the meaning of Hanukkah? There are many answers. Some are filled with the myths that entertain children; some are scholarly treatises on the history of the Greco-Assyrians and the Kingdom of Judea. No matter the comprehensiveness of the answer, every year I am asked by adults and children if the oil really lasted for eight days.
I have been discussing the real meaning of Hanukkah with our religious school students and wanted to share what they have been learning with our entire congregation. Rabbi Hara Person, the editor of the URJ Press, has written a wonderful synopsis of this topic. I share it with you in its entirety below.
Shalom and Chag Hanukkat Sameach,
Rabbi Joseph M. Forman
Will the Real Hanukah Please Stand Up
Hara Person
Hanukah can be a confusing holiday. There are two basic versions of the story of Hanukah, at opposite ends of the spectrum. There is the nice kid's story about brave heroes, miracles, good guys and bad guys.
And from the history books, there is a story that involves violence, warfare, Jew fighting against Jew, and lots of ugly politics. So what do these two stories have to do with each other? What is the real story of Hanukah?
Click here to read the entire article.
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| Important Dates to Remember | | |
Friday, December 16: 7:00 PM Hanukkah Service with Special Latke Oneg
Sunday, December 18: 11:00 AM Hanukkah Celebration with crafts, edible dreidels, sufiganot (jelly donuts), and more.
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| Haunkkah Gift Shop | |  Please stop by our
Hanukkah Gift Shop! Thursdays, December 8, 15 Sunday, December 11
Are you planning on visiting your child's classroom during Hanukkah to introduce his/her classmates to the holiday? We have a large selection of small plastic dreidels for just this purpose. Do you also need gelt for your classroom visit? Gelt is $1 a bag (with 4 pieces/bag). |
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Friday Night, December 16 Hanukkah Celebration
Service and Oneg
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 7:00 PM (note the service time) We will gather as a community to light menorahs for Hanukkah and enjoy the sounds of Shir Chadash, our community choir led by Student Cantor Kathy Gohr.
Our 5th, 6th and 7th grades will lead us in the blessings of the Hanukkah and Shabbat candles. Don't forget to bring your Hanukkah menorahs! Everyone is encouraged to attend this very special Hanukkah Shabbat service.
 After services we will have a special celebratory oneg with latkes and special Hanukkah desserts.
We need LOTS OF LATKES!!!!
Do you like to make latkes? Frozen? Sweet potato? Zucchini? Pureed? Shredded? With onions? Gluten Free? We like ALL kinds. We need Lots of Latkes!
Please contact Cindy Stoter and tell her that you will bring 3 dozen latkes. Thanks for your help. |
| Sunday, December 18 Hanukkah Celebration | |
 We are thrilled to announce that one of America's most acclaimed storytellers, Gerald Fierst, will be sharing some amazing Hanukkah stories including Isaac Bashevis Singer's The First Shlemiel, Latkes All Around, and Hanukkah Monsters In and Out of Space. You can learn more about Gerald Fierst by clicking here.
Our Sunday Hanukkah celebration includes a songfest led by our Religious school students and Student Cantor Kathy Gohr, latkes, arts and crafts including edible dreidels, origami dreidels, make your own sufganiyot (jelly donuts) and more!
Our Hanukkah celebration begins at 11:00 AM. Parents, please remember to be at the synagogue no later than 12 NOON to be with your child. * Remember to bring a food item or supermarket gift card to support the Flemington Food Pantry. **The Brotherhood will once again be cooking up latkes. If you are interested in helping, please contact Darren Loew PLEASE NOTE: Religious School will be held on Sunday, December 18th at our typical times (9:00 AM for our 3rd and 4th graders, and 10:15 AM for our K & 1st and 2nd graders.)
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| Ner Shel Tzeddakah | |
 Once again, Or Chadash is proud to support Ner Shel Tzeddakah. We encourage individuals to devote the 6th night of Hanukkah in order to raise awareness of the problems of poverty and to help those in our community who are in need. Please send a donation to OC approximating the value of the gifts that would otherwise be exchanged on the sixth night of Hanukkah. We will provide the donors with a "certificate" to use in lieu of the Hanukkah gift for that night. Proceeds will be sent this year to Jewish Family Services. In turn, JFS seeks help from volunteers as they "provide support for life's challenges, one person, one family at a time."
Whatever you give will help someone in need and make them feel a part of the community.
We hope you will click here to participate in Ner Shel Tzedakkah! Thanks in advance.
Naomi Zwerling and Bea Abrams
Social Action Committee Co-Chairs
Tikkun Olam - Social Action
It is not incumbent upon us to complete the work, still, we are not permitted to abstain from it.
Pirke Avot 2:16
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In Our Community
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Refuah Sh'leima (Get well) to...
Condolences to...
Bruce, Betsy, Kate and Jon Zalaznick on the death of their father, father-in-law and grandfather, Lou Zalaznick.
Cheryl Platt, Matthew Carter, Charlee and Mackenzie Carter on the death of their mother and grandmother, Greta Platt.
Leslie, Chris, Zachary and Jesse Hann on the death of their father and grandfather, Bernard Wolf.
Todah Rabbah (Thank You to)...
Yevette Hendler for bringing pies to the Shabbat Experience on Friday, November 11.  Megan Kahle for representing Or Chadash at Super Sunday on December 4th at the Bridgewater JCC, the Federation's most important outreach day of the year. Megan helped with mailings and we are very proud of her for participating in this community event.
Jacob Lazarek and his family for ushering at the Friday, December 2 service.
Sydney Stoter, Mei-lin Sloan and their families for ushering at the Saturday, December 3 morning service.
Sydney Stoter, Rachel Tevere, Amanda Albrecht, Emily Christensen and their families for ushering at the Saturday afternoon, December 3 service. Morgan Tocci and her family for ushering at the Friday, December 9 service. Thuy Blumenfeld, Michael Harvey and their families for ushering at the Friday, December 16 service. Jake Albert and their family for ushering at the Saturday morning, December 17 service. Sydney Stoter and her family for ushering at the Saturday afternoon, December 17 service B'ruchim HaBa'im...We welcome our newest members and RSO families Edward and Renee Tyler: Edward and Renee join us from Pottersville, NJ with their children Danielle (10th Grade) and Ethan (8th Grade). John and Maria Gendelman: John and Maria join us from Flemington, NJ.
In order to help us be a more caring community, please share your lifecycle events with Rabbi Forman.
Feel free to click on a hyperlink to send a note and let someone know you are thinking about them.
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| Thuy Blumenfeld - Bat Mitzvah | |
 Thuy Blumenfeld, daughter of Ray Blumenfeld and Audrey Hackel, became a Bat Mitzvah on December 3, 2011. She is a seventh grader at the Clinton Township Middle School and enjoys singing, reading, drawing, and horseback riding. Thuy's Torah portion, Vayetzei, tells the story of Jacob's journey from Beersheva to work for his uncle Laban in Haran, and his dream of angels on his way there. Thuy is enjoying her Mitzvah project at Riding With Heart, where she works with autistic children learning to ride horses in a therapeutic setting. She also helps out at America's Grow-A-Row whenever she has time. Thuy is excited to share her Bat Mitzvah celebration with family, friends, and classmates.
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| Michelle Fishbeyn - Bat Mitzvah | |
 Michelle Fishbeyn became a Bat Mitzvah on December 3rd. She is the daughter of Alla and Vlad Fishbeyn. Michelle is a seventh grader at JP Case Middle School. She enjoys running, dance, and hanging out with her friends. Michelle's Torah Portion, Vayishlach, focuses on Jacobs journey to see his brother and him getting his name changed to Israel. Michelle's mitzvah project was volunteering at Independence Manor, an assisted living home for the elderly. She really enjoyed helping all the residents there. Michelle is really excited to celebrate her Bat Mitzvah with her closest family and friends.
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| Annie Fuhrman - Bat Mitzvah | |
 Annie Fuhrman will become a Bat Mitzvah on December 17. She is the daughter of Faith Corey Fuhrman and Joseph Fuhrman. Annie is a seventh grader at the Clinton Township Middle School. She enjoys horseback riding, choir, gymnastics, and track (high jump and long jump are her favorites). Annie's Torah portion, Miketz, focuses on Joseph who worked hard to interpret dreams for many people including himself and the Pharaoh. She learned that listening skills like Joseph had are a special talent. She learned talents get you places but you have to work hard to get there. Annie is greatly enjoying her Mitzvah project volunteering at Allie's Kids, an equestrian program targeted at both children diagnosed with Autism and other special needs and their siblings. Students in the program are provided with both horseback riding and other horsemanship opportunities such as grooming skills and barn management. Annie is looking forward to celebrating her Bat Mitzvah with her friends, family and the community.
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| Josh Weinberg - Bar Mitzvah | |
 Joshua Weinberg, son of Andrea and Paul and younger brother to Matthew, will become a Bar Mitzvah on December 17. When not attending to his studies at JP Case Middle School in Flemington, he keeps busy with playing guitar and trumpet, training in Tae Kwon Do, and preparing for his dream of someday working with platypuses. Josh's mitzvah project consisted of providing birthday gifts for children who benefit from the Flemington Food Pantry. His Torah portion, Vayeishev, conveys the message of brotherly love. There is no greater support or friendship than one's brother. When all goes awry, one can depend on family to lend a guiding hand, and a brother to lead one away from life's skirmishes. Josh is looking forward to becoming a bar mitzvah and celebrating with family and friends.
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OCTY Clothing Drive - January 22 and January 29
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 OCTY (Or Chadash Temple Youth) was hard at work in November having fun and coming up with ideas for more community service and fun for the upcoming year. The next event they will be sponsoring is a clothing drive.January 22 and January 29
9:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Or ChadashThey will be collecting gently used clothing including coats, scarves, gloves, pants, dresses and tops. All donations will be going to the Salvation Army in Flemington. For more information or questions, contact Erika Lewy.
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| Lifelong Learning | | | Jewish Life
Thursday, December 8 * 7:00pm
Dan C. Kurtzer - Former Israeli Ambassador
Hosted by Temple Beth-El, Hillsborough
Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Dan C. Kurtzer formerly served as the Israeli Ambassador from 2001 to 2005. He had been serving as U.S. Ambassador to Egypt, to which post he had been appointed by President Bill Clinton, when he was asked to serve the Israel posting by President George W. Bush. He received his Ph. D. from Columbia University, and served as the Dean of his alma mater, Yeshiva College.
Click on the Jewish LIFE page or call the JCC 908-725-6994
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| Jewish Family Services | | |
JFS is a non-profit, non-sectarian social service agency whose mission is to preserve and strengthen the quality of individual, family and community life based on Jewish values. We provide our services to a diverse socio-economic client population that includes individuals, children, young adults, families and the elderly.
Click here for information on additional services.
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