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Your weekly update from TAO - June 27, 2013
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Selichot - Saturday night, August 31st 

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Rosh Hashanah - Thursday, September 5th  & Friday, September 6th

 

Yom Kippur - Friday, September 13th (Evening - Kol Nidre) & Saturday, September 14th  - YK Services and ... 
Break the Fast with TAO - Dinner & Dance 

Welcome New Board Members!
On behalf of the Rabbis and the Board of Directors, we warmly welcome our two newest board members:
 
Sheryl Reback & Jon Kushner

and our heartfelt thanks go to departing board members:

Anne Goldberg & Bob Heaton

Thank you for all you have done and continue to do for our community. 
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Find Out What's New at TAO!

Ocean & Kole Kerev are celebrating birthdays in June!  If you care to make donation in their honor, click here.

Community Journey to Israel
- Just 4 spots left! 

Volunteer your talents!
- New
 
Weekly Inspiration by Rabbi Marc 
Support those who support us...
click here for a list of those who donated time, products and/or services to Spa Day.

Ongoing Activities
 

More on TAO

 

TAO'S Website has been updated
Please visit us at www.TAOcenter.NET 
Israel
Community Journey to Israel Israel

 

DON'T MISS OUT!

We can take just 4 more registrations and deposits (must have deposit to hold your place) which will go on the wait-list until we are able to confirm with our Director in Israel about our maximum capacity.  

 

Call the office ASAP at 954-888-1408 to get the required registration papers and to leave your deposit. Don't miss out on this first community journey to Israel with Rabbi Marc. 

ManyThankss
Many thanks
... to Jenae Rubin for hosting us in her home for our annual Town Hall Meeting.

... to Laura Truong for sponsoring our Oneg Shabbat on June 21st in honor of completing her Masters Degree.  Congratulations Laura

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Our Newsletter  
Kindly direct ALL INQUIRIES to the office. 
954-888-1408 

Our Website... has been updated.
Feel free to log on for current TAO news and articles.        
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PrayerRequestshealingprayers
The following people may need help remembering they are whole and healthy. Please, when you are with them and when you think about them... see them as whole and perfect.

Janice Weintraub, Adam Atkin, Paul Avenati (friend of Sheryl Lipsky Reback), Dennis Barry, Gertrude Birchwood (Myrna Wolf's mother-in-law),Leslie Brinkman,  Chava Lila bat Masha Aviva, Yehudah Cantor, Brianna Dalnas, Evan Jacob Demarb (son of Haddassah Nafdallah-friend of Anne Goldberg), Robbin Garrison DiCiacco, Ralph Dozer, Rick English (Carole McConnell's son-in-law), Murray Evans, Rita Feuerman (Rhonda Hey's mother), Brian Fusco, Kate GeMeiner, Gila bat Sora, Eliezer Ben Chava Glaser, Ken Gordon, Barbara Gotsopoulos, Jared Gordon (Jenae Rubin's cousin), George & Sylvia Greene (Renee Greene's parents), Jerry Grove, Richard Grove, Myrna Greissman, Leon Heller,  Ron Himelblau (brother of Shirley Shelpman), Renee Hock, Kamruz Hosein, Andy Iannaco, Esther Jungreis, Paul Kay, Phyllis King, Pamela Klein, Ava Kugelman, Andy Leeds, Judy & Louis Levy (Sue Reisman's parents), Alan Lipsky (Brother of Sheryl Lipsky), Jacob Marvin, Billy Mauer (Velvul ben Leah), Meira bas Shandel Chana (Shana Heppner's daughter), Audrey Nevins (Ann Kurtzman's sister), Susan Quasha (sister-in-law of Phyllis Tess), Rachel bat Nechama (Rick Vogel's sister), Saul Reiter, Wayne Rogers, Sara Rosenbaum, Joy Rosenbloom, Joan Rosenwasser, Jean Sokol Rosner, Jake Rutsky, Jackie Sabatucci, Royce Sagenkahn (Jenae Rubin's friend), Lynn Schlitt, Rebecca Schwartz (Rivka Maiden's cousin), Shauel Randell, Marvin Sheplow, Simcha ben Sarah-Iris, Frayda Sinnreich, Debi Sweeney (Alan Kurtzman's daughter), Toba Basha bas Chana, Shirley Ullman, Caren Vivado, Shaul ben Ida & Chana Rifka bat Hinda (Hindy Stegman's parents), Diane Zeller.

Please contact the office with requests for additions to this list. We respect your desire for privacy and only list with permission. Also, please notify the office to remove names from this list.
HeartoHeart
Heart to Heart  
Heart to Heart




From Rabbi Marc & Paulina 
Thank You Sweet Community for your generosity by donating toward the Galia, Ocean and Kole Funds.

Your donations go directly to help impoverished children and other worthwhile charities in the area.

Thank you for celebrating our children and supporting these projects  
in our community.

With love and appreciation, 
Rabbi Marc & Paulina

 
  Volunteers

Do you have the time and talent to help us?  There are several ways you can help:

 

Be a part of the growth of TAO.  If you have an idea for an event or outreach opportunity and are willing to spearhead it, please click here and let us know.  
  • Rabbi Marc-Assistant to help TAO connect with a younger demographic. Contact  Rabbi Marc 
  • Do you know the newest version of Photoshop? We need a consultant for just a couple of hours. Contact Anne Goldberg 
  • Audio Editor - help edit down audio footage of services so the clips can be used to help promote us.   Contact Anne Goldberg 
  • Web Developer - our site needs help!  Contact Pam Kelner 
  • Public Relations - help us get free publicity for our unique events and outreach.  Contact the office at 954-888-1408 
  • Telephone Committee Chairperson - call the office at 954-888-1408 
  • Webcam/Skype - Help us get Wisdom Class on-line and expand the reach of Rabbi Marc.  Contact Pam Kelner
classified 
TAO Classifieds    Classifieds  
Organizational Effectiveness Consultant

Are you looking to take your client services to the next level? My proven curriculum improves workplace  communication, customer satisfaction and internal teamwork all leading to an increase in your bottom line. 

For more information, call Keith Kander 

954-258-9522

  

Home Repair by TAO Member - Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, drywall, painting and more... Great work, reliable and shows up on time!
954-258-9522 

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Looking for Work

Wayne Rogers is available for a variety of services that include:
  • Everglades Tours
  • Five-Course Thai meal
  • Spanish conversation... and more...

Call Wayne at 954-564-5954 or 954-383-7189 

and see how he can help you. 

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Legacy Video Creations

Leave a lasting legacy for your children, grandchildren and generations to come with a Legacy Video Creation by Anne Goldberg.  Give the gift of you - your history, your story, your music, your thoughts and what you want future generations to know and hold dear.  Visit Facebook for more information or Call Anne at 954-536-8008 

 

TAO MEMBERS GET 10% OFF INTRODUCTORY PRICES.   

 

Place Your Ad Here

TAO members looking for employers and employees are welcome to place an announcement in this newsletter at no charge. Employers wishing to give Tzedakah are invited to do so. Email your announcement to [email protected] 

 

Job Opportunities 

Members post job opportunities for FREE!
Call the office: 954-888-1408
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mitzvah
Do a Mitzvah...

"Professional" Clothing needed...

Jacci King is putting together a "closet" for her adult students that need interview clothing.  Please donate your old suits, shirts, ties, handbags, accessories, shoes and help these worthy students to get great jobs. To donate contact Jacci by clicking here. 

 

Donate Children's Clothes & School Supplies.

Sue Reisman teaches in an extremely impoverished area.  The kids (through 8th grade)  need everything.  It's a great reason to clean your closets and offices. Pens, pencils, paper, glue sticks and on. All sizes of clothing accepted!  Let her know you'll help.

 

Click here to send Sue an email

TAO's Adopted Family
An important part of living a Jewish life is to offer tzedaka and chesed - charity and loving kindness.  With this in mind, TAO has adopted a family through the Touch A Heart Foundation.
 
How can you help? You can make a call and say hello, or maybe stop by for a visit.  If possible, you could bring some groceries or cleaning supplies; maybe think of them when you see the 'Buy One Get One' deals at the local market. There is no gesture too small or too large for this needy family.

If you are interested in helping this family in any way, please call Renee at 954-888-1408 or by email at [email protected]
     
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Give Tzedaka 
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TAO Gives Back   Tzeddakah1

 

We are proud to contribute our efforts, time and dollars to help the community.

 

We increased our level of support to Kolot - JFS organization to end Domestic Abuse in the Jewish Community.  

 

We supported Touch A Heart Foundation by adopting a family  - a grandmother and two grandsons for next year. 

FREE &Member Only (MO) 
memberbenefits
Aleph Kallah Member Benefits
 
Membership does have its privileges.  There are many great (& often free) events for members of
TAO: 
  
Sukkot Havdallah (MO) 
Shabbat Retreats (MO)
Chanukah  
Purim  
Wisdom Classes (Free)
Meaningful Movie Nights (MO)
Saturday Meditation Retreats (MO) 
Women's Spirituality Group (MO) 
Men's Spirituality Group (MO) 
Sunday Salon (MO) 
New Year's Day Shabbos (MO)   
 
ShabbosMessages
Do you love the sweet Shabbos reminder calls from Rabbi Marc? Rabbi Marc and Ocean

Please Sponsor the calls for the next 12 months. What a mitzvah it is to support this lovely practice.

 

Call the office with your donation, or click here to donate online. Please indicate "Reminder Calls" in the message box if donating online. Thanks... LOTS! Your sponsorship will bring much joy to our community. 

Birthday
TAO wants to celebrate Birthday cake YOU! 

Let us know the day and date (we don't need the year) of your birthday and allow us celebrate you.  After all, YOU are what makes US special. 

 

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  • Hair (Cuts, Color, Highlights, Lowlights, Ombre: Styling including Extensions)
  • Nails (Manicures, Pedicures, Shellac)
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  • Spray Tan (Bronze and Spray Tan with Skin Treatments)
Spa Day packages, monthly online specials and gift cards available.
 
At TAO's Spa Day, KarmaSeven provided Facials and Massage Therapy.  

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Halley Elise - Empowerment Psychic 

Focuses on you, your contentment, your fulfillment in life. The usual applies such as telling you if you will marry or where your career is going. In addition, you get information regarding your future and the power to make right now, along with your future, as good as it can possibly be: Love, Money, Family, Health, ALL of it!!
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Peter Fox (LMT) Healing Hands  

Fusion of Shiatsu, Acupressure, Reflexology, CranioSacral Therapy, Reiki and other energy healing. Deeply relax, remarkably therapeutic.
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Liquid Gel, Gel, ANC Dipping Powder, Pink & White, Acrylic, Spa manicure/pedicure, Shellac. Top-of-the-line products.
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Cynthia Segal - Intuitive

Through intuitive energy, you get answers to questions and information and guidance to empower you to create the future you want now. Session is recorded!
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Joan Sonabend, LMT

Over 26 years, specializing in stress and relaxation. Holistic weaving of body, mind and soul employing a number of modalities. Release the everyday frustrations and transient emotional events that are unresolved and show up in your body. This work also helps those who have experienced traumatic life events and potentially leading to PTSD as well as Panic/Anxiety attacks.
(954) 975-3380
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Beth Stoller, LMT - CranioSacral

Specializing in CranioSacral Therapy, Swedish Massage, LaHo-Chi Energy Healing, and doTERRA Essential Oil Independent Product Consultant.
(813) 601-2384

Jacquie Thompson - Uressentials Mobile Services

Unique at-home SPA serice, committed to greatly impacting those living with pain and discomfort with proactive approach to health and wellness that allows you to look and feel great so you can life a healthy, stress-free, worry-free life.
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Dottie Zveibil, CHT, NLPP, RM, CAP

Reduce stress. Reprogram your patterns. Master NLP, Reiki Master, Hypnotherapist and Aromatherapist. Regression.
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Robert Zveibil - Reiki

Intuitive energy worker, using Reiki as a conduit to reduce stress and align within to your natural state of well-being.
(305) 586-1745

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Spa Day Auction DonorsDonors
Please thank and visit our gracious donors


Spa Services & Products

Music & Instruments

Health

Dining

Jewelry

Art

Other Great Stuff
Shabbat ServicesShabbos Candles

Next Service:

Saturday, June 29th

10:30 AM at Artserve

Please note:  This is the last service until August!  Join us and start your day in joy.


Be a part of joyous, meaningful, spiritual prayer.  We hold people, not prayer books. 
 
This is Jewish Renewal. 
This is TAO. 
Welcome home.

Members and non-members are always welcome to our services. Share the joy and connection of our holy, sweet community.

 

Click to PRINT PRAYER BOOK. Learn the Friday night prayers, and come sing with us.

Members, please help us welcome guests 
(red name badges) by offering them a warm greeting and a TAO hug.

Remember to bring non-perishables for those less fortunate.

Location: ArtServe
1350 E. Sunrise Blvd (in the public library)
Enter on 14th Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
954-462-8190

parsha
Today's Parsha
June 27, 2013 - 
19 Tammuz 5773
Pinchas: Numbers 25:10-30:1

As you walk your talk, you are living out your destiny, accessing your divinity and touching heaven on earth.
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Weekly Inspiration

RM quote 6 27a 2013
Photo Courtesy of Elyn Zerfas

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Saturday, June 29
Shabbat Services, Artserve, 10:30am
Please note this is the last service until August.

Monday, July 15 
Women's Spirituality Group North
Facilitator: Linda Weissman
Member Privilege!
 
WelcomeToTAOWelcome to TAO  

RM Shabbat

We are a warm expression of joyful Judaism, with meaningful ritual and universal Truths rooted in Torah, Kabbalah and other traditional & mystic Jewish sources.  We draw deeply from communal wisdom and spiritual traditions in accordance with the ongoing process of the living Torah. 
 
TAO stands for Temple Adath Or. Our founding rabbi, Rabbi Shoni Labowitz, used great intention in choosing this name, as in Hebrew it means People (or community) of Light.  And whether the members were drawn to the name, or simply just lived up to it, TAO is, indeed, a community of light.

Embark on a journey to your Jewish soul through music, dance, chanting and meditation.  This is not your parents' schul!  Come and experience the warmth of Jewish Renewal - and community - TAO style. 

TAO Videos 
Meditation Retreat: Impact of Stillness > Watch 
Shema & Self Image > Watch 
Friday Night Service > Watch  
Meditation Retreat > Watch 
Drumming Services > Watch 

   

Click here to learn more about TAO  

Like us on Facebook  Follow us on Twitter 
RM yogafest 2013
RMappearancesRabbi Marc Personal Appearances

Did you catch our rabbi on the Global Harmony Show on BlogTalkRadio?  If not, you can
     
TAOorchestra
Where to See Rabbi Marc and the TAO Orchestra
  
TAO orchestra

Check back soon!
Partner Happenings
Please check back for events sponsored by TAO's partner organizations 
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Galia, Ocean and Kole Kerev Funds 

Ocean & Kole Kerev are celebrating birthdays in June.  If you care to make a donation in their honor, please donate to their fund.


In the spirit of Tzedakah, Paulina and Rabbi Marc set up three funds at TAO - a Galia fund, an Ocean fund and Kole Kerev Fund. When you share your sweetness to celebrate Galia's birthday (December 6), Ocean's birthday (June 28) or Kole's birthday (June 24) and other occasions, please donate to one of these funds rather than buying gifts for the children.  These funds are used to send toys and other needed items to Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that serve children, including Jafco.

Paulina and Rabbi Marc will be informed that you gifted their children and performed an act of Tzedakah in their honor.

Donate to Galia, Ocean or Kole Kerev fund for this tax deductible gift.
 

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WSG
Women's Spirituality Group

WSG SOUTH
Monday, July 15 
7:00pm Sharp (Doors lock at 7:10, so please come early!)
Facilitator:  Linda Weissman 
Always the 3rd Monday of the month in Plantation 
 
WSG NORTH is on hiatus for the summer. Keep checking back here for further updates.

Women's Spirituality Group is a sacred circle of spiritual women who want to grow and share their souls. Participation requires no prior experience, just an open heart and willingness to be in the company of loving, accepting friends. We neither solve problems nor give advice; we listen and learn, love and accept.  It is a beautiful way to make friends and deepen relationships, both with other women and with yourself.  Join us North or South or both and feel the love.    
 
WSG is a Member Privilege.
Non-members may attend twice before joining TAO
.

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Click Here for Location & Directions WSG SOUTH 

Myrna Wolf's home 

 

To be included in the email list for WSG SOUTH, please email Rhonda Hey - [email protected]  

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RSVP and/or questions about this group, please contact [email protected]

To be included in the email list for WSG NORTH  please email or call Susan Kivowitz at [email protected] ~  561-509-9188.     
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MSG
Men's Spirituality Group
MSG is taking a summer break.  Watch here for next session!
Come home to the brotherhood of men. All TAO men are invited to this unique, strictly-male opportunity. Each session is for eight weeks and discussions cover topics such as: procrastination, the power of money, creating happiness, and past lives. This is a safe and sacred space where you can be yourself.

Once a new eight-week session begins, the group is closed to new members until the next session.

Facilitator: Lowell Gannon
Contact Lowell if you have any questions.
954-240-1944 or [email protected]

Location
Second Floor Conference Room at Office:
10200 West SR 84, Davie 33324.

Directions
From Nob Hill Road, just south of SR 84, turn as if you are going into Burger King and follow the road as it curves to the right. We are just west of Imperial Lighting. There is ample parking.

Please arrive a few minutes early as the front door to the building locks at 7pm.

RSVP - 954-888-1408 or,
email to [email protected]
 Members Only logo

 

Men's Spirituality is a Member Privilege 
Non-members may attend once. 

   

SatShabbat 
Saturday Morning
Sat SvcShabbat 
June 29 - 10:30 AM 
 
Intimate... Connected... Joyful.  This is how TAO does Shabbos.  Bring your drums, tambourines and your hearts as they will be touched.  What a wonderful way to start the day!

After Service, enjoy Oneg Shabbat with your fellow congregants.  Will you sponsor an Oneg? Call the office 954-888-1408.

 

Saturday Shabbat is the 4th Saturday of the month. 

Plaques
Yahrtzeit Plaque Yahrtzeit Plaque
In the Jewish tradition, we externalize our beloved departed by honoring their blessed memory.  Our Yarhzeit Plaque is a permanent memorial of family members and loved ones who passed on (parents, siblings, aunts/uncles, children, friends.) 

Add your loved one to the Yahrtzeit Plaque. 

Call the office for details.  954-888-1408   


Photos thanks to the talent of Elyn Zerfas

 

 

Tree of Life Tree of Life  

Express the unique spiritual grace and energy that reflects the loving Oneness that is our Tree of Life. The gift that honors your loved one(s) is a perfect way to celebrate the simchas you want to commemorate.  From weddings to bar mitzvahs, births, graduations or anniversaries, a leaf on TAO's Tree of Life is a beautiful way to say "I love you."

Call the office for details. 954-888-1408
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Sponsor An Oneg Shabbat Gut Shabbos

Let's face it.  We love our oneg.  We love it not only because we're Jews and we love to eat, we love it because it brings us together and creates a space for us to catch up with, and hug, one another.

 

When you celebrate your birthday, anniversary, promotion; or say thank you to, or honor someone special by sponsoring a Friday night or Saturday Service Oneg Shabbat, your message of love is heard by all who are there and we all share in your joy.  (And the food is so much better!)  So  celebrate your simchas with your community!

 

(By the way, sponsoring an oneg is a great way to promote your business.  Rabbi Marc will personally acknowledge and thank you for your contribution at services and, it's advertised in this newsletter.)

 

Full and partial sponsorships are possible.   

  

To sponsor an upcoming Oneg,

call the office: 954-888-1408 

environmental
Tikkun Olam Tikkun Olam
(Heal the World) 


TAO cares about your health and that of the earth.  Check here weekly for useful tips that save money, conserve resources and protect both you and our precious planet.

  

A Few Cool Things to Do with Lemons!

 

Banish odors from your garbage disposal... toss a lemon in and turn it on.  If your disposal has a hard time with big pieces, cut the lemon up first.
 

Hard Water Stain Remover...

Rub half a cut lemon over hard water stains and soap build-up in the sink or tub.  Dip the lemon in coarse salt before hand to give it extra scrubbing power.   

Lemons are also helpful at descaling teapots and removing hard water stains from other appliances that hold water, such as coffeepots.  To descale a teapot, boil lemon wedges inside the pot, then let the water sit for a few hours before rinsing.  You can also fill the teapot with dilulted lemon juice and let sit for a few hours.

     
 

staff Join a Committee

Do It Anyway!

Participating on a committee enriches your life, builds meaningful relationships and strengthens our community.  Call a Committee Chairperson or the office 954-888-1408 

 

Board of Directors

  

Rabbis 
    Rabbi Marc Labowitz
    Rabbi Phillip Labowitz

Founder 
     Rabbi Shoni Labowitz

Honorary President 
     Dr. Florence Ross*

President 
     Sanford King

Membership 
     Bob Heaton

Board Members 
     Pam Kelner
     Robert Zveibil
     Sheryl Reback
     Jon Kushner

Board Members Emeritus
     
      Anne Goldberg
      Bob Heaton 

Immediate Past President
 
     Anne Goldberg   

Committee Chairs 
 

Chessed/Social Action
     Janice Weintraub

High Holy Days 
     Dee Sacks

Special Member Projects  
     Shirley Shelpman

Spirituality Groups 
     Men - Lowell Gannon   

      Women - Myrna Wolf, WSG South & Marcia 

         Sweedler, WSG North  


Nichum (Bereavement) 
     Kate GeMeiner

Oneg Shabbat Committee 
     Nancy Mendelson
     Eileen Grove
     Richard Grove
     Fleur Heaton
     Marcia Peschitz 
   

Telephone  

       Available 
 
Zionism: Our Voice

         Rick Vogel 

      

Choir & Musicians  
     Maria Daszkal
     Bob Heaton
     Rebbetzin Paulina
     Michelle Alva
     Laura Launer

     Esther Levy

     Rick Wolfe

   

Security

       Ron Gotlin  


Staff 
 
Administrative Director
     Renee J. Greene

Office Manager
     Dee Sacks

  

* of Blessed Memory   

 
 
 
        

TAO - Temple Adath Or - The South Florida Center for Jewish Renewal


10200 W. State Road 84, Suite 218 ~ Davie, FL 33325
[email protected]   ~   954-888-1408   ~  954-888-1407 (fax)