3100 Military Road NW Washington DC 20015 (202) 363�6394   templesinaidc.org
THIS WEEK
Friday, May 27
6:00 PM Prozdor (appetizers)

6:30 PM Shabbat Service with Rabbi Rosenwasser
Saturday, May 28
9:15 AM Torah Study with Rabbi Goldstein

10:30 AM Shabbat Healing Service

10:30 AM Shabbat Service - Bar Mitzvah of Joshua Harkins
Annual Meeting of the Congregation
TONIGHT at 7:30 PM (refreshments at 7 PM)
Your participation counts! Please plan to attend the annual meeting of the congregation, where we will vote for temple leadership, approve bylaws updates, honor 50-year members and volunteer leaders, and learn about the new strategic plan for Temple Sinai. Learn more.
TSWRJ Multifaith Program
Thursday, May 26 at 10 AM
Join members from area congregations at Temple Sinai for Conversations on Contemporary Islam with Hamza Khan, political consultant, President of the Muslim Democratic Club of Montgomery County, and interfaith facilitator.

This event is free, but we ask you to RSVP. To RSVP or if you have questions, please contact Andrea Harnett (202-244-7654),  or Laura Govoni-Sibarium (301-588-4435). 

The Washington Post recently published an article featuring Khan and and other young Muslims engaged in local politics. Read it here.
IN THE COMING WEEKS
Memorial Day: Temple Closed
Monday, May 30
Temple Sinai will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. If you a pastoral emergency, please call the temple office at (202) 363-6394 and follow the recorded instructions.
Tot Shabbat Service & Dinner
Friday, June 3 at 6 PM
Join us for our monthly Tot Shabbat service and plan to stay after for a participatory dinner. Temple Sinai dinners can and do sell out; please RSVP now!

Adult B'nai Mitzvah Lunch & Learn
Saturday, June 4 beginning at 10:30 AM
Rabbi Rosenwasser invites all Adult B'nai Mitzvah graduates and Limmudei Sinai students to the 3rd Annual Lunch and Learn session. We begin at 10:30 AM in the Bet Am with a spirited Kehillat Shabbat service. An engaging "Lunch and Learn" session follows at noon. Spouses and friends of the Adult B'nai Mitzvah graduates and Limmudei Sinai students are also encouraged to attend. This event is free, but we ask you to RSVP.
Travel to Israel in 2017
June 8 at 7 PM
Interested in traveling to Israel with Temple Sinai in June 2017?  Rabbi Goldstein will be holding an informational conference call on June 8 at 7 PM. Email Rabbi Goldstein for login information or if you are unable to make the call but are interested in learning more.
SINAICARES
Mazel Tov to...
Peter and Judy Kovler on the birth of their grandson Everett Louis Fogarty Kovler.

We Send Well Wishes to...
Myra Jacobs.

We Extend Condolences to...
...Rachel Svec (Michael) on the death of her father, Joel Jay Cohen. The family will sit shiva at their home TONIGHT from 7 to 9 PM.

Member addresses can be found in the Membership Directory.

Rides to Temple Sinai Services & Programs
To request a ride, please contact SinaiCares Program Coordinator Karen Auerbach (202-363-6394 x 215) at least four days in advance.  

 SinaiCares. Be part of our caring community.  Learn more.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Family Emergency Shelters in DC
Thursday, May 26 at 7 PM at Washington Hebrew Congregation (3935 Macomb Street NW)
Washington Interfaith Network (WIN) leaders have been pushing for the Mayor and DC Council to come to a compromise on the bill to close DC General and open smaller, community-based short term family housing in each ward.
Tomorrow in Ward 3 there is an important meeting where you thank your Council Member Mary Cheh for working to pass a bill to close DC General and urge your neighbors to welcome homeless families.

If you can join us to say #YIMBY Yes In My Backyard to homeless families, RSVP by emailing [email protected]. Questions? Email TS Social Action Committee Chair Barbara Kraft. 

Washington Jewish Music Festival
June 3-5
WJMF presents extraordinary performing artists who preserve and invigorate Jewish music in contemporary culture. Through collaborations, educational programming and free events, the Festival actively engages people throughout the greater DC community in cross-cultural dialogue. Learn more.

Bagel Brunch: Reflections and Advice for Multi-generational Caregivers
Sunday, June 5 at 9:30 AM at Charles E. Smith Life Communities, Wasserman Residence (6121 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD)
All are invited to a free bagel brunch featuring an engaging panel presentation. Speakers include Guila Franklin Siegel, Blogger, attorney, volunteer and caregiver, Fiona Oliphant, Esq., Caregiver and Acting Director, Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project, and Carol Kaplun, RN, BSN, Nurse Care Manager, IONA Senior Services. Learn more and RSVP.

Chevy Chase at Home Presents: Geraldine Brooks & Guy Raz
Monday, June 6 at 7 PM at Chevy Chase United Methodist Church (7001 Connecticut Ave)
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Geraldine Brooks will discuss her latest book, "The Secret Chord," in a conversation with Guy Raz, host and editorial director of NPR's "TED Radio Hour." In this acclaimed novel Brooks reconsiders the life and character of David, the shepherd boy who killed the giant Goliath with his slingshot and ultimately rose to become King of Israel. Following the talk, Politics & Prose will have books available for sale and signing by the author. RSVP required.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Friday, June 10 beginning at 6 PM
Shabbat Honoring Nina Merrick. Learn more.

Saturday, June 11 at 3 PM
Praying With Our Feet: Pride. RSVP now.

Saturday, June 11 at 11:30 PM
20s & 30s: The Late Lounge at Adas Israel. Learn more.

Sunday, June 12 at 10 AM
Shavuot Festival Service with Yizkor followed by Lunch & Learn. Learn more.

Monday, June 20 at 12:45 PM
Daytimers (note: this is the 3rd Monday of the month due to Shavuot)
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