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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, 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, May 29
5:30 pm - Board Meeting with Measuring Success
Friday, May 31
6:30 pm - Choir Shabbat Service at RHCC
House Band
Saturday, June 1
10:00 am - Sophia Savitz Bat Mitzvah - RHCC
Sunday, June 2
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture
Tuesday, June 4
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, June 5
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Friday, June 7
6:30 pm - Family Shabbat Service/Dinner - home of Rabbi Sklarz
Sunday, June 9
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture
Friday, June 14
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
1037 E. Putnam Ave. 2nd Floor
Sunday, June 16
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture
Friday, June 21
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
1037 E. Putnam Ave. 2nd Floor
Sunday, June 23
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture
Wednesday, June 26
7:30 pm - Annual Meeting
Friday, June 28
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
1037 E. Putnam Ave. 2nd Floor
Sunday, June 30
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture
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Torah Portion
June 1, 2013
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Shelach-Lekha
(Numbers 13:1-15:41)
Twelve scouts of Israel are sent to survey Canaan. Collectively, they report that it is a land "flowing with milk and honey." Additionally, ten report the land is "inhabited by giants" and cannot be conquered. Only Caleb and Joshua remain unafraid. The story shows the lack of faith of the people. Therefore, as a punishment, the people are told that their generation will never enter Canaan.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Caryn Coran
Emma Freeman
Arthur Robinson
Nancy Korobkin
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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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Choir Shabbat Service
Friday, May 31, 2013, 6:30 PM
Round Hill Community Church
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Please join us for a Shabbat Service featuring the GRS Choir and and the GRS House Band, followed by an Oneg Shabbat.
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Friday, June 7, 2013, 6:30 pm
Family Shabbat Service and Dinner
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 dinner.
The main course will be provided by the Congregational Life Task Force.
CLICK HERE if you would like to attend and bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.
*June birthdays will be given a special birthday 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 more information or to register, CLICK HERE.
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Social Action
Inspirica (formerly St. Luke's)
Saturday, June 1
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 Volunteering is a great way for those teens who are looking for Mitzvah projects or community service. Also, it's a great family-friendly activity for all ages.
The following is still needed for Saturday, June 1:
1 main course, vegetables, rice, salad, bread, fruit, dessert, and beverages (all to serve 15). Also needed are people to help serve.
If you would like to donate food, or if you would like to help in any way, please contact Joy Davis at jomarda@optonline.net.
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Oklahoma City Tornado Disaster Relief
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 In response to the devastating tornado that struck Oklahoma City on May 20, 2013, the Union for Reform Judaism is collecting donations to direct contributions to local relief agencies on the ground in Oklahoma.
Donate Now to Oklahoma Tornado Relief
Prayer After the Tornado
Reform Movement Collecting Donations for Oklahoma Tornado Victims
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Adult Ed Summer Lecture Series
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GRS Adult Education will continue to meet during the summer. We will be showing DVD Lectures on the Book of Genesis. The lectures will be followed each week by a brief discussion. CLICK HERE for the tentative schedule.
The Lectures should be "Stand-Alone" so come to as many or as few as you can.
If, possible, come to class with a copy of Genesis, it will be interesting if we have several different Translations and can compare during the discussion. However, even if you don't have a copy, please come!!!
We will be meeting at the GRS office 1037 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878 at 9:30 AM.
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Thank you for your generosity...Rabbi's Discretionary Fund- Robin & Tom Bartholomew in honor of Alex Sklarz becoming a Bar Mitzvah
- Andrew & Glenna Freeman in honor of Noah Freeman becoming a Confirmand
Circle of GivingA 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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Our Temple Family
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GRS would like to extend a hearty Mazal Tov to congregant, Jonna Mosoff, who was among the six finalists in the 4th annual Diversity Writing Contest, sponsored by the town of Greenwich's Affirmative Action Advisory Committee and Greenwich Time. Students this year were asked to address whether affirmative action is relevant today. They read from their essays during a ceremony at Greenwich Library last week attended by family, classmates, teachers and town officials. 
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Tour de Shuls
Sunday, June 23, 2013
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The fourth annual Tour de Shuls CT will be held on Sunday, June23rd. More than simply a bike ride, Tour de Shuls is a community event to support the Camp Ramah Tikvah program and Camp Eisner and Crane Lake Chazak program. The Tikvah (Hope) and Chazak (Strength) programs serve Jewish children with developmental disabilities and other physical challenges. Participating in the Tour enables Tikvah and Chazak campers to experience the joys and
camaraderie of Jewish summer camp -- swimming, soccer, arts&crafts,
singing around the campfire, celebrating Shabbat--by providing schlarships to defray the costs of attending camp.
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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 Laura Seltzer at 203-629-0018 or laura@grs.org. |
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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).
CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER
A 6-week support group for those who care for someone with a chronic illness. Facilitated by Mary Karlan, LMSW, Director of Older Adult Services, JFS Greenwich
6 Thursdays, 10-11 am, beginning June 20 at JFS. Please call Mary Karlan at 203-622-1881 for more information and to register. Spaces are limited. $120 for the group.
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
A NEW GROUP IS STARTING IN JUNE
"Surviving and Succeeding as a Stepmother"
Being a stepmother is a unique role in family life.
The challenge goes beyond the normal stressors and issues that parents typically face. Adjustment takes a lot of time, and loving and caring for one another develops slowly. Whether you are the stepmother of a toddler, a teen, or an adult child, this group can help!
Please join our confidential, 8-week support group, where you can feel free to talk about your personal challenges in being a stepmother. We will try to give you the gifts of understanding, validation and appreciation that the stepmother rarely receives. Facilitated by Linda Schlapfer, LMFT
WHEN: Eight Wednesday Mornings - beginning June 12
TIME: 12:15pm - 1:15pm
WHERE: Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane
$160 for the group: sliding scale fees available
Call JFS at 203-622-1881 to register or for more information
ROSH HODESH: IT'S A GIRL THING! For 7th grade girls Monday, June 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm 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
JCC Greenwich Presents: On the Chocolate Trail With Rabbi Deborah Prinz Sunday, June 9, 1 - 5:30 pm, $40 One Holly Hill Lane parking lot (luxury coach bus service) Follow the chocolate trail to Brooklyn, home of kosher/organic Cacao Prieto Distillery and Chocolate Factory. En route, savor the remarkable story of Jews and chocolate as told by Rabbi Prinz, author of On the Chocolate Trail: A Delicious Adventure Connecting Jews, Religions, History, Travel, Rituals and Recipes to the Magic of Cacao. At the factory, take a guided tour, sample chocolaty treats and stock up at the Cacao Prieto store. Space is limited; registration required. Register at jccgreenwich.org or 203-552-1818.
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