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Online Payments
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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
AND
SUNDAY ADULT ED CLASSES
WILL REMAIN AT
THE STANWICH ROAD LOCATION
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Calendar
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Tuesday, March 19
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, March 20
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Friday, March 22
11:00 am - Passover Cooking Program
6:30 pm - GRSTY Shabbat Service
Sunday, March 24
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
11:30 am - GRSTY meeting at Stanwich campus
Monday, March 25
1st Night of Passover Seder
Tuesday, March 26
GRS Offices Closed
2nd Night of Passover
Wednesday, March 27
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, March 29
6:30 pm - K-1-2 Shabbat Service
Sunday, March 31
NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
NO ADULT ED
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Torah Portion
March 23, 2013
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Tsav
(Leviticus 6:1-8:38)
God relays in greater detail the meal offering, sin offering, the thanksgiving offering, the guilt offering, and other miscellaneous sacrifices. Then the text describes the consecration of the priests.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Sophia Salzer
Deborah Baumgarten
Jodi Rubins
Linda Wiltsek
Karen Kahn
Eve Goldberg
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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
Laura Seltzer
Administrative Assistant
laura@grs.org
Allie Zur
Youth Advisor
orlie414@aol.com
Corinne Morrell
Relocation Assistant
relocation@grs.org
Peter Babivskiy
Caretaker
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GRSTY Shabbat Service
Friday, March 22, 2013
First Congregational Church, Old Greenwich
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Please join us for a Shabbat Service featuring GRSTY (GRS Youth Group), followed by an Oneg Shabbat.
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
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Springing Ahead with the Reboot of the Religious School
Dear Friends,
Spring is here, Passover is soon to begin and we are at a time of new beginnings for the GRS Religious School! Indeed there is a buzz in the air of our congregation as we plan for a bright and exciting chapter for our children.
As GRS president, Robert Birnbaum, recently shared, Wendy Grinberg, Founder and Director of the Jewish Education Lab has been hired to serve as our educational consultant. Wendy comes with a wealth of experience having worked with countless congregations during her fifteen years of serving the Union for Reform Judaism. Most importantly, it was abundantly clear, as we explored potential consultants, that Wendy understands our congregation, our community, is well versed with the most current approaches to Reform Jewish education, and is extremely sensitive to the the demands, needs and priorities of our students and parents.
At present Wendy is working closely with members of our Education Committee, seeking to gather as much information as possible in order to design a vibrant, and current educational program which will truly meet the expectations of our GRS families. Wendy will also be looking for feedback to questions she has designed for the upcoming Measuring Success survey.
Every voice is important to us. We look to you to be a part of this process. Although we are at an early stage, our goal is clear: a dynamic, cutting edge educational program which will inspire our children, while ever respecting the many directions in which they are pulled.
Indeed our school will reflect the warm, inclusive and interactive "bimah friendly" philosophy which makes GRS the special congregation that it is.
Over the coming months, I will be sharing with you updates of the Reboot. As with any matter, please do not hesitate to contact me for any reason with questions, comments or thoughts.
With warm wishes to all for a beautiful holiday.
L'Shalom,
Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
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Sisterhood Passover Cooking
Friday, March 22, 11:15 am
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THE GRS SISTERHOOD OF THE BAKING BALABUSTAS
presents
PASSOVER GOODIES
We'll be making mouth-watering Matzo Crunch and Macaroons
(3 different kinds!)
Please join us on Friday, March 22 at 11 am
Robin Bartholomew's kitchen
20 Norton Lane, Old Greenwich
These scrumptious sweets are EASY to make
and are great desserts and gifts!
Please bring your apron and a baking sheet (or two) with edges, if you have them.
Please let us know if you're coming.
Click here to RSVP or 203-618-1278.
(So we can make sure there are enough ingredients and lunch for all!)
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Passover 1st Night Seder
Monday, March 25, 6:30 pm
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 Celebrate the First Night of Passover at the Home of Rabbi Andrew and Susan Sklarz 1rst Seder - Monday, March 25 at 6:30 pm.
Guests are requested to contribute to the festive meal:
- Appetizers (e.g. gefilte fish, chopped liver)
- Main courses (chicken, brisket, turkey, vegetarian)
- Side dishes (potatoes,vegetables, salad)
- Wine
- Dessert
CLICK HERE to RSVP by Wednesday, March 20.
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Family Service & Pot Luck Dinner
Friday, April 5, 6:30 pm
At the home of Rabbi & Susan Sklarz
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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. The main course will be provided by the Congregational Life Task Force. CLICK HERE to let us know if you would like to stay for dinner, and bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.
April birthdays will be given a special blessing, and B'nai Shir will be singing!
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GRS Young Families Initiative
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 GRS is pleased to announce a new initiative beginning on July 1, aimed at young families, offering special pricing and more affordable membership and school tuition for families with young children.
Any new (non member) family with at least one adult under age 40 (excluding adult children), or at least one child in the third grade or under, are eligible to participate in this program.
If you know of anyone who has been thinking about starting their children in religious school, this is a great time for them to get in touch.
For details please contact Stephanie Glaser, our Executive Director, at stephanieglaser@grs.org.
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Thank you for your generosity...
Congregational Life Task Force- Nancy Korobkin & Jerry Rosenband
Ritual Fund - Leonor Lopez, in loving memory of Jose Halpern
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, 1037 E. Putnam Ave., Riverside, CT 096878 or pay online. For details on the giving opportunities available, please call the GRS office.
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Sabrina & Friends Concert
Saturday, May 11, 2013
8:00 pm
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Back by popular demand, Cantor Sabrina and Friends will perform on Saturday, May 11 at the home of Marc & Maggie Wein. Details to come soon!
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Our Temple Family
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Mazal Tov to congregants Lisa & Marc Abrams on the birth of their son, Dashiell Arthur Michael Abrams. Dashiell was born on March 12, weighing 6 lbs. 11 oz. Mother and baby are doing well!
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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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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).
PARENTS OF LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSSEXUAL OR QUESTIONING (LGBTQ) CHILDREN: This group is for parents who are dealing with any stage of their family member's coming out process. Together, in a safe and confidential environment, we will explore the tumultuous process of accepting, understanding, and celebrating your children and their LGBTQ identities.
Eight Wednesdays, beginning March 5th, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
JFS, One Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich, Facilitated by Lisa-Loraine Smith, LCSW, Executive Director of JFS
$160 for the Group (Sliding scale fees will apply if necessary
Children of Divorce Group ( 11 - 14 year olds)
This 8-week support group is for young people in grades 6 - 8 whose lives have been impacted by divorce. These groups use age appropriate discussion, role-plays, games, and art to help teens cope with feelings of loss, anger, and sadness. Here at JFS, we encourage group members to discuss their feelings, normalize divorce as a common occurrence, and help children better understand the process of divorce. Regardless of whether the child has reacted strongly or mildly from the changes in the family, they can benefit from this experience.
Facilitated by Jan MIttleman, LCSW. Wednesdays, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
ROSH HODESH: IT'S A GIRL THING! For 7th grade girls Mondays 7:00pm - 8:30pm 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
 Westchester Jewish Film Festival April 3-25
We're thrilled to introduce the 2013 edition of the Westchester Jewish Film Festival, with 35 programs that celebrate the diversity of the Jewish experience.
As we immersed ourselves in selecting this crop of first-rate documentaries and dramas, a theme arose: the Jewish influence on art, music, and the performing arts. So along with 14 lively discussions, this year we present six live performances- including singers, dancers, and the comedian David Steinberg, with his new stand-up show.
Many of these events sell out quickly, so get your tickets soon and don't get sold out!
Special Event Just Added! Author Eric Goldman joins us for a special evening of film clips and discussion of his book The American Jewish Story Through Cinema, Mon. April 22 at 7:30 pm.
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