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 GRS is pleased to offer our membership the option of making secure payments (via Authorize.net) of their membership dues and fees and school tuition. To begin click here.
Check back as we enhance this service in the coming weeks to include donations to more GRS funds.
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GRS Office Location
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GRS' OFFICES ARE NOW LOCATED AT
1037 E. PUTNAM AVE., RIVERSIDE, CT
PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR DETAILS
ALL RELIGIOUS AND HEBREW SCHOOL CLASSES
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SUNDAY ADULT ED CLASSES
WILL REMAIN AT
THE STANWICH ROAD LOCATION
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Calendar
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Wednesday, January 23
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
(Stanwich location)
4:15 pm - Torah yad workshop (Stanwich location)
Thursday, January 24
6:30 pm - Tu B'Shevat Event at Greenwich Historical Society, Cos Cob
NO HEBREW 101 THIS EVENING
Friday, January 25
6:30 pm - Tu b'Shevat Seder (First Congregational Church)
Sunday, January 27
9:30 am - Hebrew 102 with Rabbi Sklarz
9:30 am - Religious School
9:30 am - Holiday Happenings
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
(Stanwich location)
Monday, January 28
7:00 pm - Knit & Knosh
(home of Sandi Klein)
Tuesday, January 29
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
(office)
Wednesday, January 30
4:15pm - Hebrew School
(Stanwich location)
Thursday, January 31
7:00 pm - Hebrew 101 with Rabbi Sklarz (office)
Friday, February 1
6:30 pm - Family Service/Pot Luck Dinner
b'nai shir
February birthdays
(home of Rabbi Sklarz)
Saturday, February 2
5:30 pm - Inspirica
Sunday, February 3
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - D'var Torah Workshop with Rabbi Sklarz
NO ADULT ED CLASS WITH RABBI ROTHMAN
Tuesday, February 5
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
7:00 pm - Exec. Bd. Mtg.
Wednesday, February 6
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Thursday, February 7
7:00 pm - Rabbi Sklarz Adult Ed Classes
Friday, February 8
6:30 pm - 3rd Grade Shabbat Service
Sunday, February 10
NO ADULT ED CLASSES
NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Tuesday, February 12
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 13
NO HEBREW SCHOOL
Friday, February 15
6:30 pm - Choir Shabbat Service
February anniversaries
Sunday, February 17
NO ADULT ED CLASSES
NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Monday, February 18
GRS OFFICES CLOSED
Tuesday, February 19
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 20
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Thursday, February 21
7:00 pm - Rabbi Sklarz Adult Ed Classes
Friday, February 22
6:30 pm - Purim Shabbat Service
Saturday, February 23
Adult Purim Celebration
Sunday, February 24
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
9:30 am - Holiday Happenings
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
Monday, February 25
7:00 pm - Knit & Knosh
Tuesday, February 26
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 27
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Thursday, February 28
7:00 pm - Rabbi Sklarz Adult Ed Classes
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Torah Portion
January 26, 2013
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Beshalach
(Exodus 13:17-17:16)
The exodus from Egypt begins. Pharoah, in a change of heart, pursues the Israelites to the Sea of Reeds. Then, God parts the waters, allowing the Israelites to pass to freedom. The Egyptians drown as the waters return. In celebration of their freedom, Moses and Miriam lead the people in the poem known as "The Song at the Sea." As the scene changes, the people rebel against Moses and Aaron. The portion concludes with the attack by Amalek, who shall ever be known as Israel's antagonist.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Soraya Mariel
Robert Weisman
Matthew Blumenthal
Michael Nirschel
Gregory Weisbrod
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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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Committee members 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 Denise Cooper at denise@grs.org.
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GRS Staff
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Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
rabbisklarz@grs.org
Cantor Sabrina Lipton
sabrinalipton@grs.org
Stephanie Glaser
Executive Director
stephanieglaser@grs.org
Lisa Gittelman Udi
Director of Education
lisargudi@grs.org
Clarita Agulay
Bookkeeper
clarita@grs.org
Denise Cooper
Administrative Assistant
denise@grs.org
Allie Zur
Youth Advisor
orlie414@aol.com
Corinne Morrell
Relocation Assistant
relocation@grs.org
Peter Babivskiy
Caretaker
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Tu b'Shevat Seder/Dinner
Friday, January 25, 6:30 pm
First Congregational Church, Old Greenwich
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 Join us on Tu b'Shevat, celebrating the re-birth of Spring with a special family friendly seder/dinner. Together we will welcome Shabbat, while enjoying the bounty of the earth, with an Israeli-style dinner and special fruits native to Israel.
Rabbi Sklarz and Cantor Lipton will also include the Mi Shebereirach and Kaddish.
To RSVP click here
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
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 Dear Friends,
This Erev Shabbat, Friday, January 25 at 6:30 pm, our service will take place around the dinner table for our Tu-b'Shevat seder. In the tradition, Passover, with Haggadah in hand, we will experience the first signs of spring in the land of Israel. Together we will celebrate the bounty of the earth with rituals and special fruits native to Israel, and welcome Shabbat. Of course, Cantor Lipton and I will provide an opportunity for both the Mi Shebeirach, the prayer for healing, and the recitation of Kaddish.
Enjoy the warmth of family and friends on Shabbat, and an Israel-style dinner.
Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
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Tu B'Shevat Event
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Greenwich Historical Society | | |
The Science of History: Tree Rings and the History They Reveal
Neil Pederson, PhD, Lamont Research Assistant Professor, Tree Ring Laboratory, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University.
In celebration of the Jewish New Year for Trees, Tu B'Shevat, Dr. Pederson will lecture on how ancient trees and timbers from human structures are used to broaden our understanding of history. From the rise and fall of the Mongol Empire to the construction of buildings and boats locally and globally, trees are the environmental historians, which reveal events long faded from human memory and historical documents; including how the tree ring cores taken from the Bush-Holley house reveal its construction history.
Sponsored by the Greenwich Historical Society, the Greenwich Tree Conservancy, the Bruce Museum, and the Greenwich Reform Synagogue.
Doors open at 6:30; lecture begins at 7:00 pm. Event will be held at the Greenwich Historical Society, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob.
Admission is free but reservations are suggested. Please call 203-869-6899, Ext. 10
Rain Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2013
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Knit & K'nosh
Monday, January 28, 2013, 7-9 PM
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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!
Everyone is welcome, even those who just want to nosh!
At the home of Sandi Klein
29 Widgeon Way
Greenwich, CT 06830
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Family Service/Pot Luck Dinner
Friday, February 1, 6:30 pm
At the home of Rabbi Andy & Sue Sklarz
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 Please join us as we celebrate our Family Shabbat Service where we will hear our youth choir, B'nai Shir, sing, followed by a pot luck dinner and an Oneg Shabbat.
Bring a main course, side dish, salad, dessert or drinks, then dine in style with your family and GRS friends.
This service will be hosted by Rabbi Andy & Sue Sklarz. Call the GRS office for address and directions, 203-629-0018.
If you would like to bring a dish, please contact Louise Salzer at salzerhouse@aol.com.
*February birthdays will be given a special birthday blessing
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Purim Actors & Costumes Needed!!
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 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. Adults or kids who are interested, please contact Stephanie at stephanieglaser@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!
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CELEBRATE PURIM AT GRS!
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 MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR GREENWICH REFORM SYNAGOGUE'S FUN AND EXCITING PURIM WEEKEND!
On Friday, February 22, 2013, at 6:30 P.M., join Greenwich Reform Synagogue for a fun and musical Shabbat service and enjoy the 2nd Annual GRS Purim Shpiel featuring GRS members and clergy. Enjoy a kid-friendly Megillah reading, groggers, hamentschen and other Purim treats. Free and open to the community. This event will be held in the auditorium at First Congregational Church at 108 Sound Beach Avenue in Old Greenwich, CT.
On Saturday, February 23, 2013, join Greenwich Reform Synagogue for Masks, Music and Margaritas! Celebrate Purim with a festive adult evening at the beautiful Bush Holley House, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob, CT. 6:30-9:30 P.M. More information will be coming soon...
On Sunday, February 24, 2013, join the Greenwich Reform Synagogue Religious School for Drum Tales - The Hearty Story of Purim, a Musical, Interactive and Inspiring Story for Children, followed by a Megillah reading and presentation, pizza lunch and Purim treats for all. This event is free and open to children of all ages accompanied by an adult. 10am-noon, at the Stanwich School, 257 Stanwich Road, Greenwich, CT. Please RSVP to Stephanie at stephanieglaser@grs.org. Please visit www.grs.org for more information about the congregation and a listing of future events.
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Our Temple Family
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 GRS offers its deepest condolences to the family of Robert Stark on the passing of his father, Walter Stark, on Thursday, January 17. The funeral and shivah were observed in Michigan.
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Thank you for your generosity...
Circle of Giving
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund
- Sandy & Stephen Soule in memory of Walter Stark
Music Fund
- Sandy & Stephen Soule in memory of Walter Stark
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Holiday Happenings
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Give A Ride, Need A Ride
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 Are you in need of a ride to services? Or, would you be willing to give someone a ride to services?
If your answer to one of these questions is 'YES', please contact Denise Cooper at 203-629-0018 or denise@grs.org. |
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Around the Community
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JCC Greenwich:
The Innocents
With Francesca Segal
Monday, January 28, 10 - 11:30 am
The Woman's Club of Greenwich, 89 Maple Ave. $10
What do Fifth Avenue socialites in the 1870s have in common with London suburbia's Jewish community today? Taking its cue from Edith Wharton's
Age of Innocence, this lustrous debut novel offers some answers, beginning with duty and desire. Winner of the 2012 National Jewish Book Award for Best Fiction. Signed books will be available for purchase. Register at
jccgreenwich.org or (203) 552-1818 Co-sponsor: Jewish Book Council UJA / JCC Greenwich, UJF of Greater Stamford New Canaan and Darien, UJA/Federation of Westport Weston Wilton and Norwalk invite you to the Annual Education Symposium to be held on Wednesday, March 6th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency, Greenwich. Delia Ephron, Screenwriter and Author will be keynote speaker. Breakfast at 9:15 a.m. keynote address at 10 a.m. followed by a choice of three breakout sessions: Robert Abrams will lead the discussion following the screening of the Israeli film Barriers Funny, Relativity Doesn't Look Jewish with Dr. Steven Gimbel Israel in the Eyes of America,-- What You Need to Know Now! With Ethan Felson For further information e-mail Alice@ujafedgreenwich.org Or call: UJA/JCC Greenwich call 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 Support Groups: ($20 per session: Sliding Scale fees apply).
ROSH HODESH: IT'S A GIRL THING!
For 7th grade girls
Mondays 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tevet: January 28th
Shevat: February 25th
Adar: March 18th
Nisan: April 29th
Iyar: May 20th
Sivan: June 17th
New and Ongoing Support Groups and Counseling:
- Divorce Support Group
- Bereavement Support Group
- Parents of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual or Questioning (LGBTQ) Children
- Restarting Your Life
- Empty Nesters
- Counseling
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