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July 17, 2013 |
10 Av, 5773
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Har HaShem's summer camp sleepover was great fun including an ice cream truck visit!
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The Weekly Har HaShem E-News
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NEW POST! High Holy Day Tickets - For MEMBERS ONLY
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High Holy Day Tickets - For MEMBERS ONLY
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NEW POST! Caroline Saliman Wins Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award for Jewish Educators
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Caroline Saliman Wins Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award for Jewish Educators
Mazel Tov to Har HaShem educator Caroline Saliman on being named the 2013 Grinspoon- Steinhardt winner. Designed to recognize, this award honors and supports outstanding Jewish educators worthy of national recognition.
Caroline blesses Har HaShem with her work as a youth group advisor, camp director, b'nai mitzvah tutor, Purim playwright, Mini Menshes facilitator, Torah chanter and essential partner in crafting and developing a love for Jewish learning for this community. She connects with her students and their parents with her deep knowledge, genuine concern, and unique ability to make Jewish learning joyous. Congregants of all ages adore her; young children run to hug her, and parents reserve a spot years in advance to tutor their child for b'nai mitzvah. Caroline embodies the excellence that marks a Grinsppon-Steinhardt Award winner.
Past winners include Rabbi Hanah Laner, Leah Boonin, Yehudis Fishman.
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Friday Evening Shabbat Services
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Friday Evening Shabbat Services
Shabbat Va'etchanan
July 19th
6 PM
At this service, Rabbi Josh Rose and Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman will lead an engaging and participatory musical service. It is a Kabbalat Shabbat service, a term that means "Welcoming Shabbat" and refers to the beautiful psalms and mystical poems compiled over centuries of Jewish history and inserted into the prayer book on Friday evening to prepare us for Shabbat. The evocative, easy-to-learn melodies and prayers will help you shift your heart and soul from "Monday through Friday" mode to Shabbat mode and leave you rejuvenated and buzzing with positive Shabbat energy.
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Shabbat Morning Torah Study Discussion and Minyan
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Shabbat Morning Torah Study Discussion
and Minyan
Shabbat Va'etchanan
July 20th
9-10:30 AM
What a combination: Bagels, cream cheese, coffee and inspiration. Wake up to your Saturday morning with a group discussion of the weekly Torah portion led (usually) by Rabbi Rose or a visiting teacher. We will weave together traditional Jewish wisdom and insights with a modern angle and walk away spiritually awake with ideas to carry into the week.
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NEW POST! Sociable Seniors Brunch at Panera
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Sociable Seniors Brunch at Panera
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REVISED POST! 50% Discount Now Available for HHS Members to Attend Ernst Bloch's Sacred Service in Conjunction with the Colorado Music Festival
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50% Discount Now Available for HHS Members to Attend Ernst Bloch's Sacred Service in Conjunction with the CO Music Festival
Thursday, July 25th
7:30 PM
Chautauqua Auditorium
Don't miss this very special event, which is co-sponsored by Har HaShem. Ernst Bloch was a twentieth century Jewish composer who wrote this beautiful work as an expression of the themes of the Shabbat morning service. Powerful, profound, beautiful and exciting, the work is unlike anything else in 20th century orchestral music. From the CMF website, "The work is over an hour long and is more or less the weekly morning Shabbat synagogue service performed as an operatic work. Scored for solo baritone, chorus, and orchestra, the mixed chorale of men and women's voices rise and fall with mood of the different prayers. At points it is very quiet and then culminates into a blast of music, such as the Shema Yisroel passage. Towards the end, there is an English reading of part of the Torah service. The rest of the Sacred Service is in Hebrew."
The Sacred Service will be preceded by a performance of Dvorak's beautiful Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104.
The discount code can be accessed online at www.comusic.org or at the box office, M-F 1-6 pm. Call (303) 440-7666 and provide pass code HARHASHEM.
This special discount code can also be used on 8/4 for Schreker's Chamber Symphony, performed with three short works by Beethoven and a Mozart violin concerto featuring our concertmaster, Calin Lupanu. This concert includes a free talk under the tent from 6:30 to 7 pm.
CMF offers a free shuttle up to the park. The shuttle runs a loop up Baseline hill, beginning at the 27th Way Park and Ride at Broadway and 27th Way. Parking is also available at New Vista High School on Baseline, one block west of Broadway. Shuttles begin running at 5:30 and continue until 7:30, and reverse the process after each performance.
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Annual Prospective Member Shabbat and Special Oneg
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Annual Prospective Member Shabbat and Special Oneg
Friday, August 16th
Services at 6 PM Followed by Oneg
Bring Your Friends and Relatives!
No Charge
Once a year, Har HaShem designates a Shabbat to open our tent to the community and provide an opportunity to introduce newcomers to our congregation. This year, we will host a Shabbat Service followed by a special Mediterranean-themed Oneg.
The Oneg will immediately follow the service at approximately 7:15 with a short introduction of staff and programs.
We encourage you to bring your friends and relatives to come meet clergy, staff, congregants, and other prospective members. Experience a Har HaShem Shabbat service and bring questions about membership, religious school or activities within our Jewish community.
Reservations for congregants and guests are needed to plan for food.
For information, contact Ellen Kowitt at [email protected] or call (303) 499-7077 ext. 19.
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Logistics of Loss: Common Misconceptions, Mistakes and Problems with Amy Levine
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Logistics of Loss: Common Misconceptions, Mistakes and
Problems with Amy Levine
Sunday, August 18th
2:30-4 PM
North Building
No Charge
Topics include Your Rights at a Funeral Home; Funeral Etiquette; Mandatory Death Notifications; Grief Support; If There is No Will; Probate Overview; What to Bring to a Lawyer; Filing Taxes; Claiming Military Benefits; Cleaning Out a Residence; and more.
Inspired by her family's challenging experience after the loss of her sister who died suddenly at a young age, unexpectedly, without a will, and all the way across the country in a city they had never been to, Amy guides researchers through the process of finalizing a loved one's affairs, creating a will, listing assets, outlining which possessions should go to whom, and ultimately, helping to make life a little easier for grieving families.
Adults of any age should attend this session for an overview of what's involved or as you pre-plan. Avoid the common misconceptions, mistakes and problems that surface after the loss of a loved one.
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SAVE THE DATE! Shabbat and Dinner Commemorating 50th Anniversary of Martin Luther King March on DC and Civil Rights Movement - Send Your Memorabilia for Inclusion Now!
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Shabbat and Dinner Commemorating 50th Anniversary of Martin Luther King March on DC and Civil Rights Movement
Send Your Memorabilia For Inclusion Now!
Friday, August 23rd
Services at 6 PM Followed by Dinner
Were you at the 1963 March on Washington or involved in the civil rights movement? If so, we want your civil rights movement recollections, memorabilia, or photos for a presentation at a special Shabbat, dinner and presentation coming up in August.
Send material to Executive Director Gary Fifer at [email protected] or by mail by August 9th. If you bring your photos by the synagogue, we will scan them for you.
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Volunteer Now to Honor Rabbi Bronstein at October 26th Event
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Volunteer Now to Honor Rabbi Bronstein at
October 26th Evening Event
The Har HaShem Board of Trustees is currently recruiting volunteers to plan a gala community-wide event honoring Rabbi Bronstein for her significant contributions to Har HaShem and the community during her long tenure as Senior Rabbi.
We need leaders and we need helpers, for such topics as publicity, menu, fundraising, invitations, decorations and many elements that will all contribute to a wonderful event for a wonderful person. If you are interested in participating in planning this effort, please email Elizabeth Freedman at [email protected] with your name, phone number and email address as soon as possible.
Please also indicate your area of interest and if you would be willing to take a leadership role in guiding others to help build a great event. We anticipate holding an initial planning meeting in late July to develop the October 26 evening event.
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Women of Har HaShem Fundraising Opportunities
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Women of Har HaShem Fundraising Opportunities
The Women of Har HaShem (WHHS) earns money from consignment clothing and decorative household goods that you donate. Now collecting fall clothing and any attractive household goods, please contact Harriet Boonin at [email protected] or Alice Gansfield at [email protected] to arrange for pick up. Tax receipts are available.
And, while you are going through your closets, save any gold jewelry or silverware that you would like to sell. Nikki Cohen, a member of HHS buys gold and silver, pays the seller fair value and then splits her own profits with HHS. Please contact Harriet Boonin to sign up for this event which will be held in early Fall.
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NEW POST! Early Bird Registration for URJ Biennial
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Early Bird Registration for URJ Biennial
Biennial is where Reform Jews gather to learn, pray, share ideas, dance and sing, hear from inspiring guest speakers, reunite with old friends, make new connections, and make decisions about the policies of the Reform Movement.
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Welcome New Clergy and Lifelong Learning Executive Assistant Carol Maldonado
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Welcome New Clergy and Lifelong Learning Executive Assistant Carol Maldonado
Our financial situation has forced a consolidation from three administrative support people to two, and a shifting of roles. Please welcome Carol Maldonado to our staff, as the Clergy and Lifelong Learning Executive Assistant. Carol will join Paula Young, Assistant to the Executive Director, in our North Building office. There will not be administrative support staff in our South Building.
Carol is not a stranger to Har HaShem. Some of you got to know her because last year she worked part time as the Administrative Assistant in Lifelong Learning. She did a wonderful job in that capacity and we know she will in this new position. In her new and larger role, she will support Rabbi Rose, Director of Lifelong Learning Katherine Schwartz, and Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman.
Additional details about our administrative support staff reorganization and reduced office hours will be shared shortly. In the interim, if you encounter Carol in person or by phone please introduce yourself and welcome her. Carol can be reached at [email protected] and (303) 499-7077 Ext. 13.
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Or Zimrah CD Available at HHS
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New Or Zimrah CD Available at HHS
$18 Suggested Donation
Get your copy of the new Or Zimrah CD for a suggested donation of $18 at the Har HaShem Office or Gift Shop; on cdbaby.com or download on iTunes.
Support this synagogue fundraiser and support the hardworking band volunteers and dedicated youth choir!
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July/August Issue of Chadashot Print Newsletter Now on HHS Website
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July/August Issue of Chadashot Newsletter Now on HHS Website
The July/August 2013 issue of Har HaShem's print newsletter Chadashot is now available on our website HERE!
Back issues of Chadashot can be accessed online HERE.
If you would like to receive the printed version of Chadashot by USPS mail, please contact Paula Young at (303) 499-7077 or [email protected].
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NEW POST!
The New HHS Inclusion Committee Needs You
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The New HHS Inclusion Committee Needs You
The mission of the new HHS Inclusion Committee is to raise awareness and guide the synagogue community in supporting meaningful inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of HHS life. We are looking for anyone interested to join our committee, especially individuals with disabilities, family members, clergy, educational leaders and staff, youth group leaders, board members and people who are professionally involved in providing services to people with disabilities( i.e. education specialists, psychologists, etc.). We are an active group that meets monthly and have already made great progress. For more information please contact Susan Glairon at [email protected] or Rabbi Rose.
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Looking for a Way to Get Involved? Volunteers are Always Needed
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Looking for a Way to Get Involved?
Volunteers are Always Needed
If you don't see something of interest listed below, contact [email protected] to discuss other needs.
BE A FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICE GREETER AT THE SYNAGOGUE! 52 Friday evenings a year, Har HaShem holds an evening Shabbat service starting at 6 PM (except on the first Friday of each month when it begins at 7 PM). Greeters are needed to welcome guests at the front door and at the sanctuary door. A smile, friendly attitude, and willingness to show up 15 minutes early are all it takes to help in this significant way as we welcome members and guests. Won't you commit to at least one Friday a year? Do it for a loved one's yahrzeit, do it to commemorate a birthday or special occasion, do it to support a friend's b'nai mitzvah. Just do it! We're using VolunteerSpot to organize the Shabbat Greeter Program. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot at
http://vols.pt/7xTnUU - then enter your email address and choose your date. Easy!
THE MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT TEAM MEETS MONTHLY on the SECOND MONDAY FROM 6:30-8 PM. Volunteers are always needed to plan events, make phone calls to new members, and create a warm and welcoming synagogue environment for everyone. Come to the next meeting on Monday, August 12th at 6:30 pm to check it out. Contact Molly Goldsmith for information at [email protected].
JOIN THE ENVIRONMENTAL TASK FORCE
If you are interested in joining the committee, please contact Cathy Shoenfeld at
[email protected]. With your participation, align Jewish values and deeds to make great things happen!
HELP SERVE FOOD WITH HHS on SUNDAY MORNINGS at HOMELESS SHELTER: Har HaShem provides volunteers at the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Sundays by cooking and serving a hot breakfast to the residents at the shelter. This is a great volunteer opportunity for parents of Sunday School students as you can fit it in before the kids are even up for Sunday School. Contact Valerie Finberg at (303) 588 9392 or [email protected].
DRIVE SENIORS to HHS: If 21 or older and you would like to volunteer to drive seniors to services and activities at Har HaShem, fill out a short form and provide copies of your driver's license and insurance card in advance. Contact the office at (303) 499-7077.
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On The Colorado Jewish Community Calendar
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The Conscious Learning Community, along with the JCC's Maimonides Center and Ruach Haaret, will co-sponsor a retreat August 4th to 8th, Death as Homecoming: Life is the Answer led by Rabbi Ori Har and assisted by Rosemary Lohndorf at 3982 Arbol Court in Boulder. Cost is $250 plus $20 for materials. For more information, please contact [email protected], call (303) 440-1024, or visit www.conscious-learning-community.com.
Colorful Colorado Hazon Rides have arrived! Hazon is jump-starting a community of people who love to ride their bikes. Our rides combine physical training and an opportunity to learn what is growing in your town--both literally at local farms and figuratively in our Jewish community. Upcoming rides include:
- Sunday, July 28, Denver: 16-mile ride from Ekar Farm along the Highline Canal Path visiting other farms
- Sunday, September 22, Westminster and Boulder: Sukkah Bike Hop, medium and long route available
In support of its commitment to "Health for Children Everywhere", Hadassah is sponsoring a Family Fun, Food and Fitness Festival at the Boulder JCC on Sunday, August 25th from 9 AM to 1 PM for families with children between the ages of 2-12. Join your children in a variety of activities, such as playing games, climbing a rock wall, participating in Zumba and hula hoop classes and more! This is a great opportunity to learn more about healthy eating and fitness for your family. To register for this event and/or to participate on the planning committee, please contact Sandy Friedman at [email protected].
The Jewish Community Career Network (JCCN) is a group in Boulder County for job seekers, job changers and career explorers run by experts with considerable professional career development experience. Free and open to all, meetings are held once a month. The next meeting, Finding the Work You Want will be held on Wednesday, August 28th from 7-9 pm at the Boulder JCC, 3800 Kalmia Avenue in Boulder. For job seekers, career changers, independent contractors, consultants and entrepeneurs. For information or to RSVP, contact Michael at [email protected] or www.jccnboulder.org.
A group of Jewish seniors in Denver is planning an exciting 7 day/6 night trip by charter bus to the Hoover Dam, Grand Canyon, Laughlin, Nevada, and Las Vegas! Departing Sunday, October 6th, there will also be a visit to the magnificent Petrified Forest National Park. The cost is $600 and includes transportation, hotels, and six meals. Space is limited. To sign up, call Connie at (720) 382-7813.
Visit MazelTot at www.mazeltot.org to sign up for discounts on Jewish programming for families with kids under age 5. Find Congregation Har HaShem listed on the MazelTot organization page for a list of activities you can apply your Mazeltot discounts to.
The Boulder JCC needs artists to display their work. Contact Director of Menorah: Arts, Education and Culture, Kathryn Bernheimer at [email protected] or (303) 998-1021. |
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