HAPPENINGS 
June 30, 2015 / 13 Tammuz 5775
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Friday, July 3            Office Closed for Independence Day
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Friday, July 3           Shabbat Evening Service, 7:30pm
                                   Led by Rabbi Mike Rothbaum
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Friday, July 10          Shabbat Evening Service, 7:30pm
                                   Led by Rabbi Mike Rothbaum
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Saturday, July 11      Shabbat Morning Service, 9:30am
                                    Max Husted becomes a Bar Mitzvah
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SERVICES


All are welcome to come
 celebrate with us.

Friday, July 3
Shabbat Evening Service
7:30pm

CHESED
Hands

CHESED UPDATE

If you have Chesed needs or any questions, please contact our Chesed Coordinator, Marc Feder at [email protected].
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P'TACH LIBEYNU

One out of every four families is touched by mental illness. The challenges are daunting.
P'tach Libeynu is working to educate people about mental illness; to provide needed support to families and their loved ones with mental illness; and to further this mission by helping Jewish synagogues and agencies to make mental illness a recognized part of tikkun olam.

Upcoming events:

Support Group
Sunday, July 5, 3:00-4:30-m
Temple Isaiah Lower Ed Bldg., 
Rm 204
Join others in sharing and supporting those dealing with anxiety, depression or other emotional challenges. Facilitated by licensed marriage and family therapist, Valerie Milner, and Diana MaKieve. RSVP to [email protected] or call 925.988.9707.

Mental Health First Aid
August 30 & September 13
8:30am - 1:00pm
This eight hour class will be presented in two half-day sessions and teaches how to recognize possible mental health problems developing, assess risk and take action to calm the situation and gain help. Sign up by contacting Diana at 925.988.9767. Limited seating is available.

 Visit www.OpenOurHearts.net for the monthly newsletter. 
Email  Diana Makieve or call 925.988.9767 with questions.
   

TIKKUN OLAM OPPORTUNITIES 

 

CONTRA COSTA INTERFAITH HOUSING SUMMER HELP

 

Backpack Drive 2015:

Equipping Students for Success!

 

CCIH is collecting backpacks and school items for 96 elementary school children, 53 middle school children and 18 high school children. Please click HERE for the list of needed supplies. You may drop off donations at the BCC Office and Naomi Ehrlich will deliver to CCIH. 

Due date is August 10.

 

Other opportunities:

- Help run or take charge for one week at an on-site summer camp. Requirement: 2 hours per day for 1 week (Monday thru Thursday). You choose the hours. There is always adult supervision provided.

- Vegetable Garden Support. We just planted our first vegetable garden and are eager to learn about raising vegetables. Come share your knowledge.

 

For more information or to volunteer, contact Gloria Bertolozzi at [email protected]. 

 

TOILETRIES DRIVE

We continue to collect full and travel size cosmetics and toiletries for refugees of all ages for 

JCFS of the East Bay. 

Donations will be presented as a "hygiene kit" including: toothbrush/paste, soap, comb, deodorant, brush, dental floss and other basic items.

Please bring your items to the drop box in the foyer or to the office.

 

FOOD BANK OF 

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY

Hunger is year-round battle. A reminder that we have a collection barrel in our lobby which is regularly picked up for distribution for those in need in our community.


MILESTONES

YAHRZEIT CANDLES
In our tradition, we say of loved ones who have died, "May their memory be a blessing" and mark this ongoing process of turning memory into blessing by lighting a yahrzeit candle and reciting the Mourner's Kaddish on the anniversary of their death. We will send you a reminder card two weeks before the anniversary of your loved one's passing and hope that you will consider attending Shabbat services to honor their memory. 
 
A yahrzeit candle is available for you to pick up at the Beth Chaim office at no charge for your observance.

Thank you to Judith Markowitz and Glen Schabacker for underwriting the Yahrzeit program.

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A NEW SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

The search committee has been formed and has begun our task of filling the position of our Beit Midrash Principal and B'nei Mitzvah Coordinator. We know that many in our congregation have contacts within the greater Bay Area Jewish community, and we would like to enlist your help spreading the word about this job opportunity with our fabulous Beit Midrash. 

 

Our goal is a smooth and strong transition for this program that is so central to the experience of our member families. If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please review the job description by clicking HERE and submit a resume and cover letter to the Beth Chaim office electronically to [email protected]

 

Please do pass along this job description If you know of qualified individuals, or have contacts who might know such individuals. The position has also been posted on several Jewish organization and educator job search sites.

 

UPCOMING BETH CHAIM 
EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

BETH CHAIM IS ON FACEBOOK!

"Like" our Facebook Group, Beth Chaim Congregation, for event notices, updates and weekly G-d Cast video links.

 


IN OUR GARDEN

FREE SEEDLINGS! Our Religious School children planted a lot of seeds during the spring, and many of those seeds have sprouted. If you would like to adopt some seedlings, please come on over to the Temple and pick some up for your garden. There are tomatoes, peas, herbs, kale, and more. The seedlings can be found soaking up the sunshine on the patio just outside the kitchen door. 


ROSH CHODESH GATHERING

Tuesday, July 14, 7:00pm
Location to be determined
Please join us for our Rosh Chodesh Gathering for the month of Av. Be prepared to reflect, share, sing and be surprised in the precious community of the women of Beth Chaim. You don't need to have attended previously to enjoy this gathering. Meet for socializing and light refreshments at 7:00pm; we will begin the program promptly at 7:30pm and end around 9:00pm. 

THE GRATITUDE TREE HAS TAKEN ROOT!

Our new piece of art temporarily graces the hallway wall to the library until we can prepare its permanent location in our front foyer. This beautiful tree adds depth and breadth to our Beth Chaim home and is a symbol of life and the on

going stories of our diverse membership. The title of the tree is "Modeh Ani,"which means "I give thanks." Leaves can be purchased to honor loved ones and events for all varieties of meaningful occasions and memories. Click HERE for a description and the order form for a leaf!


MEMBERSHIP BUSINESS DIRECTORY
If you would like your business listed in the Beth Chaim Website Business Directory, please email your information to our webmaster, Mark Garetz, at [email protected].

 

BUY CHALLAH, SUPPORT BETH CHAIM!

Orders due EVERY WEDNESDAY

Place your order by Wednesday each week and Tal's Patisserie will deliver your fresh baked plain or sesame challah to Beth Chaim by 10am every Friday. Loaves are only $5 each and Tal's will donate 20% back to Beth Chaim!  

 

Click the PayPal link below to order or call the office. You can also order multiple weeks at once.

 

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YEAR-ROUND FOOD DONATIONS AT BETH CHAIM

Beth Chaim is committed to supporting the great work of the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. We are now participating in their neighborhood program by offering

green bags for members to keep at home. Put a food item every week, and drop it off in the bin when your bag is full! It's that easy to help stop hunger all year.  Contact Naomi, Director of Tikkun Olam, with Questions.

 

SHOP ON AMAZON = SUPPORT BETH CHAIM!

Visit smile.amazon.com to register. Search for Beth Chaim Congregation of Contra Costa County and that's it! Beth Chaim will receive 0.5% of every eligible purchase! Don't forget to bookmark the page for easy return shopping. Tell your friends!
BEIT MIDRASH - RELIGIOUS SCHOOL  MIDRASHA

Summer Break! See you in the Fall!

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BEIT MIDRASH YEARBOOKS

There are still a few 2014-15 Beit Midrash Yearbooks available for purchase. Cost is $18 each. 

Contact Alex at [email protected].

 

2015-2015 REGISTRATION

Registration for the 2015-2016 Year is now open. 

Click HERE for registration forms. NOTE: Deadline is July 15th.

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WEEKLY TORAH PORTION VIDEO

We invite you to share this week's video from G-d Cast with your children:

 SISTERHOOD
LADIES OUT-TO-LUNCH
Tues., July 7, 11:45am
Basil Leaf Cafe, 501 Hartz Ave.
We took a month off, so be sure to make it in July! We'll meet at Basil Leaf Cafe in downtown Danville. Please join us for food, fun and friendship at this cozy Italian restaurant with a California vibe. RSVP to Janice Frankel at [email protected].

BOOK GROUP
Tues., July 21, 7:00pm
Home of Deborah Blankfeld
The selection is The Wives of Los Alamos by TraShea Nesbit.


Save the date for September 16, 7:00pm
Special Author Program featuring Leslie Rupley. Details to follow.

For more information on Sisterhood contact Sara Goldstein at [email protected] or call 925.366.7272.

BROTHERHOOD

BROTHERHOOD GOLF OUTING

Monday, July 13, 8:00am start time

Crow Canyon Country Club

This is not a tournament, but just a fun day of golf at the Crow Canyon Country Club. Cost is $65 and includes a cart and barbeque lunch afterwards. RSVP to Robert David by July 3rd at  [email protected] byJune 26th! Call Robert at 925.202.6554 with any questions. Let Robert know if you are interested even if you can't make it on July 13th and we may be able to arrange an alternate date.


 

ANNUAL JEWISH HERITAGE NIGHT WITH THE A'S

Tuesday, August 4, 7:05 Game

Tickets are now available! $28 per person includes a pregame event with Jewish-themed food and a special memento, as well as the game vs. the Baltimore Orioles. Free parking; BART travel and carpools will also be arranged. Reserve your tickets now! Deadline is July 20th.

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ANNUAL DINNER & BOCCE BALL NIGHT

Saturday, August 15, 6:00pm

The ever-popular Dinner and Bocce Ball Night returns. Open to spouses/partners and any adult member of Beth Chaim. This event is a lot of fun and no bocce ball experience is needed. Put it on your calendar now! Details to follow.


 

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
First & Third Thursdays of the month, 5:30-7:00pm
Jewish Family & Children's Services of the East Bay
2484 Shattuck Ave., Suite 210, Berkeley
An opportunity to get to know and support other caregivers while learning how to care for yourself while caring for another, how to manage stress and anxiety, how to establish realist goals and expectations and where to turn in the community for help. The group will be facilitated by Nancy Rothschild, LMFT. Drop ins welcome. $25 per session. For more information, contact Rita Clancy at 510.558.7800, ext. 257 or email [email protected].

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
June 25 - August 2
Berkeley Playhouse, Berkeley
The story of Tevye, a dairyman in a small Russian village who tries to maintain the Jewish religious customs of his ancestors while his daughters yearn to adapt to modern ways. Based on the classic stories of Sholem Aleichem, the musical won nine Tony Awards on Broadway and continues to be an audience favorite year after year. Groups of 10 or more can receive a 25% discount on certain performances. For tickets, visit Berkeley Playhouse.

SEEING RED:
The Town of Danville's 5th Annual Juried Exhibition
June 26-August 22
Village Theatre Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville
Curated by our own Marija Nelson Bleier and including the artwork of our own Julia Brucker, among other artists. Visit  www.villagetheatreartgallery.com for hours and more information.
 

SAVE THE DATES!

Camp Newman Grief & Growing Weekend
August 21-23
This is a weekend program for adults, children, teens, families of all kinds, and friends who are experiencing grief from recent or past losses in their life. The weekend is professionally guided by griefcare specialists, providing a supportive Jewish environment where people of all ages and backgrounds can meet and owrk with those who have experienced similar losses. For more information call 415.750.3436 or visit the Jewish Healing Center website.

Cultivating an Awakened Heart: 
A 6-day Jewish Meditation Retreat 
August 17-23, Santa Sabina Center, San Rafael
This retreat will give you the tools and the time to delve inward with contemplative practice, the vehicle of silence and a variety of Jewish mediation approaches. Click HERE for more information.

HEBREW FREE LOANS

Hebrew Free Loans provides interest-free loans to Jewish residents in Northern California needing assistance or pursuing lifelong dreams. Loan categories include: student, adoption, business, first-time home buyer, unemployment, emergency, debt consolidation, and more. For more information or to apply for a loan, visit www.hflasf.org or call 415.546.9902.

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