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February 13, 2016 - 4th of Adar I, 5776
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Candlelighting: 5:18 pm
Havdalah: 6:20 pm
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Jeff Schmalz was diagnosed with AIDS 25 years ago after collapsing at his desk at the New York Times. The disease set him on a new course, one that eventually changed the way "the paper of record", and many others around the country, wrote about AIDS and about the lives of gay men and women. Sam Freedman will be giving the d'var torah Saturday on his project "Dying Words"(an audio documentary and a book) about Jeff Schmalz, his work, and his contributions.
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Post-Kiddush Learning:
Dialogue for the Sake of Heaven in Israel and the West Bank
Rabbi Amy Eilberg will share the historical story of the 9th of Adar, when traditional sources tell us that debates in the beit midrash grew destructive, even violent. As an illustration of "debate for the sake of heaven," we will host several of the travelers on Rabbi Eilberg's recent Interreligious Pilgrimage to Israel and the West Bank. The travelers will speak of their experience doing difficult yet respectful dialogue, while listening to many different perspectives on religion and politics in Israel and the West Bank.
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5776 is the Year of Torah (YoT) at Beth Jacob, a year-long celebration of Torah and community. There will be many events, the highlight of which will be the restoration of one of our Sifrei Torah. Everyone can participate in this hands-on restoration project, led by Beth Jacob Congregational Educator and Sofer D. Marcos Vital.
 Parasha Connection: February
For February's Year of Torah Parasha Connection, there will be a special edition of 'For the Jew in the Pew' with Rabbi Lynn Liberman featuring special guest Elizabeth "EB" Barnard. From 9:15 - 10 am, they will discuss "Parashat Terumah - Building the Tabernacle from wood: a woodworker's perspective!" Come study the weekly Parasha with an eye toward attempting to discern the craftsmanship and sacred work of Bezalel through the skills of a modern woodworker.
Torah Restoration:
February
For February's Torah Restoration Event D.Marcos will be doing Torah restoration work on Tuesday February 16 from 7-8:30 pm at Beth Jacob; come watch, and maybe even get a chance to help!
Get Your Torah Questions Answered
 Do you have questions about how you make or restore a Torah? Ask a Sofer! Specifically, Sofer D.Marcos Vital. Click here to ask a question (or check out the answers to questions others have asked), and D.Marcos will give you an answer!
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Next Week!
THE FIVE MEGILLOT
 After the success of last year's Classic Jewish Text Class Series, Beth Jacob Adult Learning brings you The Five Megillot! For every chag, there is a special text that brings us into the season and illuminates it, allowing us to understand the holiday in depth. Join five outstanding teachers at Beth Jacob as they guide us through the Megillot. The class is free, and no RSVP necessary!
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Purim Shpiel
We need you for this year's (shorter) Purim Shpiel! No experience or special skill necessary, just a desire to have fun! Questions? Contact Frances@Beth-Jacob.org.
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The Beth Jacob Twenties & Thirties Community has many types of events; the most current info is always on Facebook. Join the Facebook group so you don't miss anything!
* February 25, 6 pm: Swing Dancing - Polish off those dancing shoes and start practicing your finest dance moves! BJC's going East Coast Swing Dancing at the Wabasha Street Caves! Don't know how? Think you have two left feet? What's swing dancing? Never to fear! We'll be kicking the night off with lessons by Arthur Murray Studios. Join us as we go back to the roaring twenties to dance the night away to the live music of Swing Beat. The fun starts at 6:00 PM with lessons beginning at 6:15 followed by dancing at 7:00 and continuing into the night. Please bring 8 dollars cash for the entry fee (no checks or credit accepted). Free parking's available with an overflow parking lot available. Hope to see you all there for a very fun and memorable evening!
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Beth Jacob needs your help baking hamentaschen on Sunday March 6 from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm to get ready for Purim! No experience necessary. Please RSVP here.
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Beth Jacob Info:
Calendar
(Link active after 2 pm Fri.)
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In This Issue: (Click Link to Jump Directly to Article) |
At CNN's Democratic Town Hall on Feb. 4, Rabbi Jonathan Spira-Savett, son of Beth Jacob members Sue and Larry Savett, asked a great question of candidate Hillary Clinton. Click the video above to watch!
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Tefillah Notes
Deepen your understanding of Jewish prayer with Beth Jacob Community's weekly commentary.
for the most current Note.
Learn more, read the archives, or create your own at
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O.Z.Y.*
Join together to sing songs, chants, niggunim, and rounds in harmony. Sing to praise God, to open your heart, to make something beautiful together.
Everyone is welcome!
Childcare will be available. To volunteer to lead a song, or to suggest or request one, please contact Pam Winthrop Lauer at (952) 432- 7038 or wpdj@usfamily.net.
*Ozi v'Zimrat Yah: God is my strength and my song
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Toiletry Drive
The Caring Hearts Supply Drive for Homeless People is asking you to participate in collecting much needed hygiene supplies and over-the-counter medications from February 1 to February 28. Monetary donations are especially welcome. Please make checks payable to the "HealthEast Foundation Homeless Project."
Items can be dropped off at Beth Jacob.
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 Adult Jewish Learning
Ongoing Classes
 Monday Night Talmud Class With Rabbi Allen
7:00 Pre-learning Schmooze and Munch
7:15 Class Begins
Study the words and thoughts of Rabbinic tradition as a living text in our modern world.
 Parashat HaShavuah: Tuesday Afternoons With Rabbi Allen at 3 pm Study of this week's Torah portion.
 Bracha and Bagel: Wednesday Mornings With Rabbi Tamar after Minyan (approx. 8 am)
Delve deep into the words of the prayerbook. Explore their origins in Biblical text, theological underpinnings and their place in our lives today.
Delicious breakfast provided!
How do we understand and express our Judaism in the 21st Century? As Jews we find ourselves compelled to respond to the challenges of our ever-changing world, scientific discovery and increased awareness of the suffering in our world. Starting January 14, the class will be using the book ' The Great Partnership: Science, Religion and the Search for Meaning' by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks.
Jew in the Pew: Saturday Mornings 
With Rabbi Lynn Liberman - 9:15-10 am
Join Rabbi Lynn Liberman to discuss the weekly Torah portion through the lens of thought-provoking commentaries.
Class meets on 2nd & 4th Saturday mornings in the chapel.
Next Meetings: Feb. 13; March 12, 26.
Meditation: Saturday Mornings
9:15 am, 1st & 3rd Saturday mornings each month
 Enhance Shabbat and to prepare for services. Mindfulness meditation helps to make our minds more spacious, perceptive and free. Each session will include a short teaching followed by a sitting period. No experience is necessary.
In collaboration with Hineni.
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The Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School is excited to offer a $3600 tuition grant to all new students entering the school at any grade for the 2016-17 school year. We offer private tours as well as grade-specific preview mornings for families who may be considering a transfer to HMJDS. To schedule a tour please contact Julie Ziessman, HMJDS Admissions and Outreach Director at 952.381.3500 or jziessman@hmjds.org. Applications are available for fall 2016, learn more here. |
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