Dear Friends:
I hope that this upcoming Friday night finds you in an improved situation regarding electricity, heat, shelter, and comfort. We continue to receive word from residents who are getting their power restored, and are beginning the long task of cleanup, restoration, and resuming their day to day activities as best as possible. There still remain many challenges ahead with mass transit, rebuilding, and those who have been displaced.
Synagogues continue to offer support, guidance, shelter, and resources to their communities. I urge you to reach out to a synagogue in your area, if for nothing more than support, during this rough time. You may be surprised by the warm welcome you receive, and may find yourself becoming part of a community that you never thought to take part in until now. Good things come out of bad circumstances, and I believe that Hurricane Sandy will be a prime example of this adage.
Please see below for some updates on synagogue programs and events, and make sure to note cancellations, postponements, and continuing programs. As always, we will continue to support our residents who have experienced damage and loss to their homes and belongings. Please reach out to us via email at Info@HudsonJewish.org if we can be of assistance in directing you to resources that are available.
Best wishes for a safe & restful weekend,
Michelle Levine, Chairperson
Hudson Jewish Community Forum, A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation having 501(c)(3) status
"HudsonJewish: Connecting Our Community"
Several synagogues are holding services tonight, in an effort to bring the community together, and restore some sense of normalcy to resident's lives. Please note the following program confirmations, postponements, and cancellations:
Bayonne Jewish Community Center:
- The Bayonne JCC's Sustaining Dinner, scheduled for Saturday night,
November 3rd is postponed. A new date will be selected shortly.
Cong. B'nai Jacob:
- Their special speaker program tonight, November 2nd is postponed. Watch
for a new date on their website.
Temple Beth-El of Jersey City:
- First Friday program is cancelled for tonight, November 2nd
- The Abayudaya speaker scheduled for Sunday morning, November 4 has
been postponed and rescheduled for Sunday, November 11 at 7pm. Coffee
and dessert will be served.
Temple Beth El of North Bergen:
- Beth El will hold a Klezmer Kabbalat Shabbat service tonight, November
2nd, all are invited to attend. They will be discussing a food and clothing
drive, and are planning to collect and do drop-offs in Hoboken starting this
Sunday.
- Sunday, November 4, starting at 12 noon, Temple Beth El of No. Bergen
invites you and your children for a day of fun and warmth at 300 7th Street,
No. Bergen. Music, videos, games, and snacks. Please come and recharge
yourselves, your children and your electronic devices!
- If any No. Bergen or neighboring town residents need assitance or know of
anyone who needs help, please do not hesitate to contact Rabbi Sruli
(914-980-9509) or Lisa (914-450-6527).
United Synagogue of Hoboken:
- Friday night services will be held tonight, November 2nd beginning at 7pm,
as well as services tomorrow, Saturday November 3rd at 9:30am with Torah
service beginning at approximately 10:15am. Kiddush will be sponsored by
the congregation. Learning Center classes and babysitting will not be in
session this Shabbat.
- The Book Fair Family Day scheduled for this Sunday, Nov. 4th will not take
place.
- The Kaplan Cooperative Preschool will be closed on Monday and Tuesday,
November 5 and 6. Learning Center will be closed Tues, November 6. The
USH office will open just as soon as their power is restored.
- Good news and bad news about the USH building: storm damage is largely
confined to the basement. Bad news: USH may have to replace everything
in the basement, including boiler, hot water heater, electric sub-panel, and
other basement infrastructure. USH will be creating a "United Synagogue
of Hoboken Hurricane Sandy Remediation Fund" - more details will be
available on their website shortly.
If you have questions regarding other programs, please check the specific synagogue website and/or facebook page for updates.
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