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HAPPENINGS 
June 21, 2016 /15 Sivan 5776
     
Friday, June 24
Friday Evening Service
7:30 - Sanctuary

Saturday, June 25
Brotherhood Barbecue Dinner
6:00pm - Courtyard and Sanctuary

Sunday, June 26
Jewish Meditation Workshop
4:00-5:30pm - Sanctuary
     

Services


All are welcome to come
celebrate with us.

Friday, June 24
7:30pm
Shabbat Evening Service


Chesed
Hands

Zichronah L'vracha
May her memory be a blessing

Betsy Boruchoff

Out heartfelt condolences go to Nancy and Andy Orgel and their children Evan and Zoey, on the death of Nancy's mother
Betsy Boruchoff
on June 12th following a stroke.

The funeral was held in New York on June 14th.

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Beth Chaim's Chesed Program translates a philosophy of love 
and compassion to all, 
inside and outside our community, into a program of acts and deeds that help to support and lift each other up in times of need, and at life cycle events.

Please contact us by calling the office at (925) 736-7146 or by email at admin@bethchaim.com
if you have any Chesed needs.


Milestones
 


Mazel Tov to the Hanson family!
Olive Marie 
was born on June 16th at 11pm.  She is 7 lbs 11 oz and 20.5 inches of love.

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Kids' Birthdays 

Samuel Oshay
17 on June 24

Justin Hertz
17 on June 27

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Wedding Anniversaries

Michael and Fran Birnbaum
52 on June 21

Glen Schabacker & Judith Markowitz
13 on June 22

Jason & Julia Brucker
9 on June 24

Arnold & Ellie Gilbert
57 on June 26

Bob & Arianna Spinner
28 on June 26

Bruce & Arianna Pleat
17 on June 26

Arie & Kelley Cohen
11 on June 26

Tim Steele & Deborah Blankfeld
17 on June 27

Rich & Diana Weil
18 on June 27

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Yahrzeit Observances

Esther Goldblatt
Mother of Daniel Goldblatt
June 21

Madeline Murphy
Mother of Michael Murphy
June 22

Richard Kern
Father of Joanne Becker
June 22

Marvelle Nielson
Mother of Melinda Bandler
June 23


Names will be read at the
Jume 24th Shabbat Service.

To make a donation in their honor,
 you may call us at 925-736-7146 
or pay via PayPal by 
clicking the button:
 
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Tikkun Olam Opportunities

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.
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Food Bank of Contra Costa
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.


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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  Meditation Workshop - June 26th
This Sunday - come join us!
  
Integral Jewish Meditation Workshop with Brian Yosef Schachter-Brooks
Sunday June 26th, 4:00-5:30pm
Beth Chaim Sanctuary

Come experience how meditation can bring to life the transformational power of Judaism in a direct and experiential way, freeing you from stress and opening you to wellness, joy and authentic inner peace.

For more information about the workshop and about Brian, Click Here

  Welcome back Melissa!
  
Welcome back Melissa Hill!
The Beth Chaim office staff is thrilled to have Melissa Hill back working in admin for the summer!  As many of you may know, Melissa was previously our Synagogue Administrator until she left in 2012 to become a school teacher.

Melissa will be working as our Administrative Assistant until August when she goes back to her teaching job.  She can be reached at (925) 736-7146 or admin@bethchaim.com.

  Brotherhood BBQ Dinner, June 25th
 
Brotherhood Barbecue Dinner
Saturday June 25th at 6:00 pm  
Brotherhood will prepare a delicious barbecue dinner right at Beth Chaim. We are serving tri-tip and salmon as our main dishes. Veggie burgers available on request when you RSVP. 

This dinner is open to all adult members of Beth Chaim including spouses and significant others.  This is a casual event, just dinner and schmoozing and a chance to enjoy the beginning of summer. No auctions, no presentations and wine may also be served.  

Cost will be $10 per person.  Please RSVP to:  Mark.Yarkin@gmail. com or pay by PayPal by clicking on the "Donate Now" link here and indicating payment is for the Brotherhood Barbecue Dinner. 

Yoga at Beth Chaim
  
Yoga at Beth Chaim
Saturdays, 10:00-11:30am
Beth Chaim Sanctuary
Join instructor Jenifer Santer Zetlan for a gentle and loving yoga experience in the Beth Chaim Sanctuary. In this yoga series, students will be provided with a steo-by-step approach to learning classical yoga postures.

This class is FREE of charge and students of all levels are welcome.  Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing.  RSVP's are requested for instructor preparation and gourmet nosh.  To RSVP or for questions or more information, contact Jenifer at jenifersanter@gmail.com or 805-478-0269.

The Beit Midrash Religious School & Midrasha








Religious School is done for the summer!
Thanks for a great year.  See you in September!



2016-17 School Year - Hebrew Power Hour
For the next school year (2016-2017), the midweek Hebrew classes will be moved to Tuesday and Wednesday. This change works better for the synagogue calendar overall, creating a smoother week and allowing more time at the end of the week for Shabbat planning and B'nei Mitzvah preparation.
 
We are giving the congregation, and especially our Beit Midrash families, as much notice as possible, to allow families to plan their schedules accordingly. We thank you for your understanding as we move to a new schedule in September 2016.

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 Contra Costa Midrasha

For more information, to get questions answered, or just 
to say "hi" contact Devra Aarons, CCM's Director at
925.944.4701, by email at office@ccmidrasha.com, 
online at www.ccmidrasha.com or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ccmidrasha.

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


Parshat Beha'alotcha: A Bluegrass Song About the
Israelites in the Desert




 Sisterhood
UPCOMING EVENTS
(click on any of the linked titles to go to the sign-ups)

Tuesday June 21, 2016
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The Home of Fran Birnbaum

Looking to lose yourself in a good book, and find some good friends in the process? Join us for book group. Held monthly and hosted by various group attendees at their homes. June's selection is "The Pearl That Broke Its Shell" by Nadia Hashimi.

pasta pomodoro Wednesday June 22, 2016
11:45 AM to 1:45 PM
Pasta Pomodoro

Please join us for our next lunch gathering, for good food and good friendship. This month, we are dining at Pasta Pomodoro in San Ramon.

SIS-sweetwater Tuesday June 28, 2016
 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Southern Sweetwater Tavern

Please join us for our new monthly dinner group, as we drink, dine and dish together. This month, we will be dining at Southern Sweetwater Tavern in Danville. This event is for anyone who'd like a casual evening out, and offers a nice alternative for our Sisters who can't make the popular monthly lunches.

polished logo Thursday July 21, 2016
6:00 PM to 8:15 PM
Polished Nail Bar

Back by popular demand. Please join us for #THURSDAY night fun at Polished Nail Bar in Blackhawk Plaza. Choose from a mani, pedi, or #Thursday combo, while sipping on cocktails, nibbling on noshes and schmoozing with your Sisters. This event is limited to 12, so RSVP early.
 
For more information on Sisterhood, contact Mary Jo Smith at BCCSisterhood. 

  Brotherhood

Brotherhood Barbecue Dinner
Saturday June 25th at 6:00 pm  
Brotherhood will prepare a delicious barbecue dinner right at Beth Chaim.  We are serving tri-tip and salmon as our main dishes. Veggie burgers available on request when you RSVP This dinner is open to all adult members of Beth Chaim including spouses and significant others.  This is a casual event, just dinner and schmoozing and a chance to enjoy the beginning of summer. No auctions, no presentations and wine may also be served.  Cost will be $10 per person.  

Please RSVP to:  Mark.Yarkin@gmail. com or pay by PayPal by clicking on the "Donate Now" link here and indicating payment is for the Brotherhood Barbecue Dinner. 


Brotherhood Hiking Group
Every Wednesday, 8:30 am 
Meet at Pete's in Danville  
(may change each week)
Join the weekly Brotherhood Hiking Group for local hikes and enjoy the beauty right in our backyard.  We usually hike three to five miles depending on weather and group consensus. Hikes usually finish up around 10:30 AM. Dogs are welcome. For more information, contact: Harry Kulwin at hkulwin@hotmail.com
or Paul Yamshon at pyamshon56@att.net.


Jewish Heritage Night at the A's - Save the Date!
Tuesday, August 9, 7:05 pm Game Time.  
Tickets will be available soon. Tickets are $28 per person includes a pregame event with Jewish-themed food and a special memento (an A's blanket this year!), as well as the game vs. the Baltimore Orioles. Free parking; BART travel and carpools may also be arranged. Put it on your calendar. More information to follow. 
 
Annual Dinner and Bocce Ball Night - Save the Date!
Saturday, August 13, 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

Save the Date:  September 16-18
International Day of Peace: 
Speaking in Peace with Each Other
San Damiano Retreat Center, Danville
An Interfaith weekend.Come for the day, an afternoon or the whole weekend!
For registration info: Click Here


Lehrhaus Judaica:  "Walking in the Valley of the Shadow and Not Being Afraid"
Join us for a year of conversations about everything everyone (Jews by birth, choice, or by association) needs to know about the Jewish way of life and death.

"Dying/Death/Burial: What Jews Do"
Tuesday, July 5, 7:00pm at B'nai Tikvah, Walnut Creek

"The Art of Comfort"
Tuesday, August 2, 7:00pm at B'nai Tikvah, Walnut Creek
Pre-registration is encouraged.  For information: Click Here


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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