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Super Sunday Committee has Two New Co-Chairs: Gregg and Emily Freeburn Super Sunday is one of the longest running events at the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg. Every year dedicated community members give their time and effort to ensure a prosperous program. Gregg and Emily Freeburn have taken on the wonderful opportunity as Super Sunday Committee Co-Chairs this year. They have been championing this event for some time and will be taking the lead in making calls to our great community members in order to continue the Federation’s track record of success. “We feel that it is important for people to be given the opportunity to contribute, and sometimes a phone call is all it takes to remind someone of the opportunity to give to an organization that is important to them,” Emily said. “We also feel it is important to show the greater community that there are young people who care about the future of the community and are willing to give their time and resources to ensure its future.” Emily has been attending and making phone calls for a few years now. This will be Gregg’s first experience really delving into the Super Sunday phenomenon. “We are excited to experience the buzz of Super Sunday...people excited about the future of the community and the Federation rallying together to ensure a successful day,” Emily commented. The Freeburns are also very excited about the Super Sunday Super Hero Program. Hosted by PJ Library, the Super Sunday Committee, and the Young Adult Club, this children’s event offers games and crafts perfect for kids 8 and under. “We feel that giving families the opportunity to be in the building together will be a motivator for attending and making calls,” Emily responded. Gregg and Emily will be bringing their daughter, Lillian, to the JCC on Super Sunday to experience the children’s event, but to also involve her at an early age. “We believe in teaching our daughter the importance of giving one's time and resources to help others, starting at a young age, and think that others feel the same way,” Emily added. The Federation remains an important symbol to the Freeburns worthy of preservation. “The Federation is important to us because the Jewish community is important to us. It is important that our daughter grow up with the opportunity to participate in Jewish-oriented activities and have the opportunity for a Jewish education at a place that she feels at home,” Emily said. We hope to see you all on Super Sunday. Please RSVP to the Super Hero Program with Andrea Weikert at a.weikert@jewishfedhbg.org. To volunteer for the Super Sunday Tele-a-thon please contact Oren Yagil at 236-9555 x3299 to RSVP for a timeslot between 9:00am and 2:00pm.
A Message from the CEO - Jennifer Ross Happy New Year! I hope that you have a happy, healthy and inspiring year. One of the final sessions I attended at the Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly (GA) was for CEOs and Board Chairs. I want to thank our chair Harvey Freedenberg for investing time to attend the GA with me and spending the additional time for this special session. One of the presenters had us engage in an exercise where we needed to complete this statement: I am involved with the Federation because… Initially, I looked at it from a technical perspective and responded because “I believe that our Jewish community is a gem and the Federation helps unify and support our synagogues and agencies and offers a central home where everyone is welcome.” The presenter then shared her response, which was a more emotional one and she actually had tears gleaming in her eyes as she recited it. Although I don’t recall the specifics of what she said, her personal reaction invited me to rethink how I could respond, and mine became “I am involved with the Federation because this community is my life. I love working with staff and volunteers who are transforming our world.” My statement rang particularly true in December, when over 30 individuals representing our synagogues and agencies, dedicated most of their Sunday to participate in “Community Conversations,” a facilitated discussion to discover ways we can collaborate and improve our community. The attendees broke out into five different groups to discuss solutions to fictitious scenarios in response to a donor offering $100 million to enable significant collaborations to occur amongst synagogues and or Jewish agencies in our community. Although we are not likely to encounter a windfall of this magnitude, I left the meeting energized. Every group participated in this creatively, enthusiastically, and with an open mind. I believe this will open the door to realistic partnerships in the near future and more dialogue amongst our leaders and all members of our community. I look forward to engaging more with the participants and with all of you in 2017 to work more collaboratively and to strengthen our community. Shalom!
Community Review Vol. 90 No. 27 January 6, 2017 (ISSN 1047-9996) (USPS 126-860) Published bi-weekly by the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg, 3301 N. Front Street, Harrisburg, Pa., 17110. Subscription rate: $50 per year. Periodicals postage paid at Harrisburg, Pa., and additional entry office. President/CEO Jennifer Ross Editorial Board Members Esther Boldes Rabbi Carl Choper Aaron Dym Rita Gordon Jeanette Krebs Jennifer Ross Staff Editor Oren Yagil o.yagil@jewishfedhbg.org Interim Sales Director Christina Townley 717-233-0109, ext. 112 ctownley@ benchmarkgroupmedia.com Design and Layout Benchmark Group Media Graphic Designer Meagan Johnson
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Building Bridges Among the Faith Communities: Interfaith Dialogue and the Future (And Why Young People Should Care) Tuesday, January 24, 2017 7:00 p.m. • Russel E. Horn Sr. Spiritual Center, Student Enrichment Center, Penn State Harrisburg This event is co-sponsored by Penn State Harrisburg’s Diversity and Educational Equity Committee and the Religion and Society Center. Information: 717-948-6727, abb20@psu.edu, or harrisburg.psu.edu/chjs
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A S p ecial T h a n k Yo u The Cardozo Society would like to thank all the Medical Marijuana Panel Discussion sponsors, panelists, and attendees for supporting another educational community program. We want to recognize Bronze Sponsor for the event, Saul Ewing LLP. We apologize for exclusion from the December 9 issue of the Community Review.
Senior Adult Club Update By: Roberta Krieger The Senior Appreciation breakfast on Friday, December 9 was a huge success. For the more than 80 of us who ventured out in the cold, it was well worth our effort. Our “Master Chefs” Terry Fisher and Cheryl Yablon (Gordon Ramsey – watch out!!) provided enough YUMMY food to feed an army. Of course, calories do NOT count on days like those. After breakfast, we played several different types of Bingo Games; a great way to end a super morning. Thanks to Linda Skulsky and Terri Travers for organizing the brunch and making it possible for all JCC Seniors. One of our annual fundraisers is the sale of Mah Jongg cards. These can be ordered by sending a check to Cheryl Yablon, our Senior Advisor. Please make checks payable to the JCC Senior Adult Club. Prices are $8.00 for a regular print card and $9.00 for a LARGE print card. Deadline for ordering your 2017 Mah Jongg cards is January 23, 2017. Our JCC Senior Adult Club congregate meal site is one of 8 Senior Center Sites in the state participating in the “What A Waste” program. All leftover edible food from our Tuesday and Thursday lunches are assorted and weighed. Then ELC teacher, Jody Raffensburger, uses the leftovers for composting in our Discover CATCH garden. All data is given to NFESH (National Foundation to End Senior Hunger).
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Catching Up With Classmates By: Jonathan Abel Millman I currently live in Tempe, AZ. I moved to Arizona 4 years ago with my wife who is completing her PhD in Family and Human Development. After studying Naval Architecture in college, I was skeptical to find a water related job in Arizona, but was lucky enough to find PREVCO. PREVCO designs and builds sub-sea enclosures for the navy, oil industry, and oceanographers. I was hired as a marine engineer and mostly did design and procurement. In the last 2 years I was promoted to general manager where I am involved with marketing, sales, and oversee engineering. Living in Arizona I spend a great deal of my time outdoors, camping, biking, sailing, and especially hiking with my dog, Moose. In November I completed the Ironman here in Arizona. I trained for roughly a year for this event and was extremely pleased with my performance. Memories from my days at The Silver Academy... Danielle Shefet was one of my best friends from Yeshiva. After the bus would drop me off at the end of the school day, I would bike over to her house. I remember the years we spent at the school on Progress Avenue while the JCC was being renovated. There was one time I got extremely muddy at recess and my parents had to bring me a change of clothes. Also, the trips to Lake Tobias were awesome! I remember the big trees at the far end of the lot (before the JCC remodel and before the JFS building was built). Maybe they weren’t that big, and I was just small, but I remember running around them during recess playing tag or some other game. I certainly see the difference between my Jewish education and that of some of my peers who did not attend a Jewish day school. My education at The Silver Academy, aka The Yeshiva, has helped me to reach my goals, and I have lots of fond memories.
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Silver Academy Will Celebrate Mitzvah Day “Intelligence plus character--that is the goal of true education.” - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As part of the Silver Academy’s commitment to a values-based curriculum, we use Martin Luther King Jr. Day as an annual opportunity to teach students about good deeds, kindness, and conscientious action. This year’s Mitzvah Day/Bring a Friend to School Day will take place on January 16 from 8:45am to 12:30pm. Students will participate in several activities incorporating social action and tikkun olam. We are so proud of our students who will be participating in our 3rd annual Hair Cutting Ceremony benefitting Pantene Pro V Beautiful Lengths, facilitated by Nicole Spitz of Color Bar Beauty Salon. The event is open to the public and community and prospective families are encouraged to attend. Mitzvah Day is truly one of The Silver Academy’s signature events and sums up our mission of instilling social responsibility and values in every student. Look for our Mitzvah Day recap article later in February. Please contact Adam Grobman at agrobman@silveracademypa.org with questions or to RSVP for the event.
More Than a Thank You – A Privilege To be remembered at this time in my life is exciting. The Israel Bond event on Sunday, December 4, 2016 gave me the opportunity to thank the Harrisburg Jewish Community. Many of the people I worked with over 60 years were not there, but their now adult children, to my delight, were present. The guest speaker involved the audience in conversation about our Jewish history and the brilliant essence of the Jewish people. I talked about Israel and its standing in the World as the foremost developer of water preservation. The Harrisburg Jewish Chorus Kol Haneshama filled the room with beautiful music. The Rabbis D’Var Torah, Ha Motzi, and Benediction stirred our hearts and the new Israel menu, delicious Shakshuka, filled our appetites. Thank you all for attending and your support in buying Israel Bonds that supports major development in the State of Israel. I will always remember your Mothers, Fathers, and friends with whom I worked all those many years ago. If I had a second chance, I would do it all over again. I have had a life worth living. The personal rewards have been great, especially witnessing the State of Israel grow in strength and world respect. In Great Appreciation, Alyce December 2016
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Chisuk Emuna Offers Adult Learner Series on Prayer This month, Rabbis Ilyse Kramer and Ron Muroff will co-teach an adult learner series focusing on Jewish Prayer. This course is free and open to the community.
January 8: Examining the BIG picture of Jewish Prayer: What is it? Why do we do it? How might I begin to practice some/more of it in my life?
“Higher and Higher: Making Jewish Prayer a Part of our Lives,” will offer you an opportunity over three weeks to explore particular core concepts and vocabulary; to offer actual “practice time” to become more comfortable with prayers offered as part of a community (like being asked to accept an aliyah during Torah reading); and, to examine our own questions, struggles, or stumbling blocks, as adults who would like to reach a better understanding or feel more comfortable with their own prayer life and/or figure out the ebb and flow of what goes on during services.
January 22: Entering into the Heart of Jewish Prayer: Understanding the intentional tension and tangle of “fixed” (keva) and “spontaneous”(kavanah) prayer.
All sessions will meet at Chisuk Emuna on Sunday mornings, from 10:45am-11:45am, preceded by refreshments, at 10:30am.
January 29: Dance Steps and Kissing: the Art of Jewish prayer choreography. When and why do we bend and bow, point and try to reach higher and higher? We look forward to learning together! For further information and to RSVP, please contact Susan Sussman at the Chisuk Emuna office at 232-4851 or info@chisukemuna.org
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ORDER YOUR 2017 MAH JONGG CARDS TODAY I WILL BE PURCHASING THE CARDS ON JANUARY 30, 2017! The Harrisburg JCC Senior Adult Club is once again selling the National Mah Jongg League’s card for 2017. The price of the 2017 card is $8.00 for a standard card and $9.00 for a large print card. Please make your checks payable to the Harrisburg JCC Senior Adult Club and mail them to:
Laktepalooza: A Community Collaboration Latkepalooza, a community-wide Chanukah celebration for children in kindergarten through eighth grade occurred on Thursday, December 14. Those in attendance could enjoy crafts, a mitzvah project, a dreidel tournament, gaga and of course potato latkes. This community collaboration between Gesher: A joint learning venture between Beth El Temple and Chisuk Emuna Congregation, Jewish Community Center, PJ Library, Temple Ohev Sholom, and The Silver Academy was free and open to the entire community. In place of a registration fee, attendees were encouraged to bring an item to donate to the toiletry drive like shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste, and more.
Cheryl Yablon Harrisburg JCC 3301 N. Front St. Harrisburg, PA 17110
By January 23, 2017. ONLY the number of cards requested will be ordered! The Mah Jongg League will mail your cards to you in the spring. Please contact Cheryl Yablon with any questions at 236-9555 x3115.
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Award-winning Filmmaker Presents MY HERO BROTHER at the JCC
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The Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival and Jewish Family Service of Greater Harrisburg are proud to welcome Israeli filmmaker Yonatan Nir to the JCC on Sunday, January 22, to present a pre-premiere, sneak preview screening of his latest film, “My Hero Brother.” “My Hero Brother” tells the remarkable story of a group of young people with Down syndrome who embark on a demanding trek through the Indian Himalayas, accompanied by their brothers and sisters. Nir, who accompanied and filmed this arduous and inspiring journey, is an award-winning photojournalist and documentarian whose own life experiences inform both the subject matter of his work and the cinematic challenges each project presents. Trek participant Tzlil Uriel with Yonatan Nir As a soldier in the closing days of the second Lebanon War, Yonatan was wounded when a land mine exploded; his resulting post-traumatic stress was alleviated only when he returned to Eilat and began again to swim with the dolphins he had photographed extensively in his life as an underwater cameraman before the war. “Dolphin Boy,” his first, years-in-the making, film (a great hit when it screened at the Jewish Film Festival in 2013) came directly from this experience. Nir also directed and co-produced “Beyond the Boundaries,” a documentary following four severely injured Israeli soldiers who were invited to participate in a Golshim L’Chaim (“Ski To Live”) vacation in Aspen, Colorado, by the Aspen Jewish community, and “Cutting the Pain,” the story of a soldier whose guilt over an event in his military past produces a debilitating pain syndrome in his leg that he thinks only amputation will cure. Generously sponsored by Capital BlueCross, our “My Hero Brother” special event will begin at 5:30 pm on Sunday, January 22, with a prescreening reception. The film will begin at 6:30pm and will be followed by a Q&A with Yonatan Nir, who will be traveling from his home in Israel to join us and share his experiences. Tickets are $10 each, at the door or online at jewishharrisburg.org. For more information about the My Hero Brother project and the film, please go to: myherobrother.org.
Holiday Closings An ** indicates that the Gym and Pool are open for limited hours. Times will be made available closer to the Holiday. April 2017 Monday, April 10 • Erev Passover - JCC closes at 6:00pm Tuesday, April 11 • Passover – Building Closed Wednesday, April 12 • Passover – JCC Open/Federation Offices closed Monday, April 17 • Passover – JCC Open/Federation Offices closed Tuesday, April 18 • Passover – JCC Open/Federation Offices closed Food service will be unavailable in the JCC from April 11 to April 18 in observance of Passover. No music or large celebrations are permitted in the JCC from April 11 to May 14 in observance of Sefirah. For a full list of community activities, please visit www. jewishharrisburg.org and click on the Community Calendar.
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The Senior Brunch was a Big Hit
Food, Fun, Games, and Prizes were had by about 75 JCC Seniors on Friday, December 9. The brunch concluded a November giveaway promotion. Prizes were awarded to each person who visited the J ten times during the month of November. Almost 40 people completed this task and not only received their prize, but were also entered to win a $50 Giant Gift Card. Congratulations to the gift card winner, Behzad Zandieh. “This is a great incentive to get our seniors active and hopefully build a healthy routine to further enhance all aspects of their lives. We increased participation by almost 50% from the prior month, October,” Linda Skulsky, our Membership and Community Engagement Specialist commented.
Special thanks to Terry Fisher and Cheryl Yablon for such an amazing menu, and all the staff and volunteers who helped make this such a success. “In a questionnaire completed by the group, we were so happy to read many of the comments, like: “Love the people”, “How much someone’s hip has improved with water classes”, “Feels like home”, “Thank you for a wonderful life at the J,” Linda added. For more information, to learn more about our Senior classes, or see if you qualify for complimentary membership through your insurance, please contact Linda Skulsky at 717-236-9555 x3050 or l.skulsky@ jewishfedhbg.org.
JCC Adult Programs Classes available at the Jewish Community Center: Drop-in Fee $7 per class. Free to JCC members, SilverSneakers® and Silver and Fit participants. SilverSneakers® CLASSIC – Have Fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support. Tuesday/Thursday mornings 9:30 -10:15-30am. SilverSneakers® CARDIOFIT – SilverSneakers® CardioFit is an advanced group exercise class designed for active adults who desire a safe and effective low-impact cardiovascular workout. Energizing and easy-to-follow movements promote heart-healthy, total-body conditioning to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance. In addition, a variety of strength training options are offered to provide a well-rounded workout. Mondays/Wednesdays at 10:30-11:30am. SilverSneakers® YOGA – SilverSneakers Yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Mondays and Wednesdays 11:45-12:30pm. Gentle Yoga – Easy stretching Poses for those with intermittent back issues or those new to Yoga, restorative breathing exercises and stress relief are emphasized. One must be able to get down on to floor. Thursdays at 5:00-5:45pm. Zumba Gold – The class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Perfect for beginners, or older adults. Thursdays at 11:00-11:45am.
SilverSneakers® SPLASH– Activate your urge for variety! Splash offers fun, shallow water movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required and a SilverSneakers® kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance and coordination. Mondays/Wednesday 9:30 -10:30am. The Jewish Community Center is offering the following senior events: Every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.-10:15-30 a.m. SilverSneakers Classic 10:30AM – Bridge, on the FIRST Tuesday of the month 10:30AM Bridge the LAST Tuesday of the month Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m.-10:15-30 a.m. – SilverSneakers Classic Senior Lunch will be served Tuesdays and Thursdays at Noon. Reservations are preferred two days in advance if possible, but no later than 4:00PM the day before. Call Cheryl 236-9555 EXT. 3115 After Lunch Programs are: • January 3, 2017 - 10:30am “Bridge Bruce’s Way” After lunch: Business Meeting/Birthday Party • January 5, 2017 – Bears Project. Stuff Sew and Finish Bears • January 10, 2017 - “The Jewish Perspective” discussion led by Bob Axelrod semi-retired Educational Director at Beth El • January 12, 2017 – “Diabetic Foot Health by Sandy Turner, Certified Pedorthist • January 17, 2017 - Current Events Discussion led by Herman Minkoff • January 19, 2017 – Bingo with prizes for all! • January 24, 2017 – Pat Dodd, DCAAA Nutritionist will present a program • January 26, 2017 – Come play the “Millionaire Game” – test your trivia knowledge! • January 31, 2017 – 10:30am “Bridge Bruce’s Way” After lunch: Dr. Donald Koones of HACC will lecture on “Groucho Marx”
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Announcements Mazel tov to Sara Leah Gazer on defending her PsyD dissertation! Mazel tov to Marty and Janice Radiss on the birth of a great-grandson in Florida!
Francine & Leon Feinerman are thrilled to announce the arrival of their grandson, Victor Solomon Feinerman Fuentes born 12/21/2016 and weighing in at 9.03 lb. Big sister, Téa, and parents, Jessica & Ramon Fuentes of Kennett Square are all very excited. Grandmother Mercedes Fuentes of Cancun, Mexico can’t wait to meet him.
We would like to thank everyone for your concern, kind thoughts, inquiries, prayers, food and donations sent during David’s hospitalization and recovery. We are part of an amazing community! Thank you all, Susan and David Rosenberg
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CANDLELIGHTING Jan 6
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Synagogue Life Beth El Temple 2637 N. Front Street (717) 232-0556 www.betheltemplehbg.org Minyan 7:00am daily and 5:30pm Sunday morning at 9:00am Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat 6:00pm Shabbat morning service 9:15am Saturday night mincha/maariv/ havdalah at same time as Friday evening candle-lighting time Chisuk Emuna Congregation 3219 Green Street (717) 232-4851 info@chisukemuna.org www.chisukemuna.org Daily Morning Services Sunday & Legal Holiday: 8:30am Monday & Thursday: 6:50am Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 7:00am Rosh Chodesh: 6:45am Shabbat: 9:15am *9:00am Torah trope class. Explore the musical system of trope for reading Torah Learners of all abilities welcome. Daily Evening Services Sunday-Thursday: 7:15pm Friday and Saturday: Sunset Friday, January 6: Erev Shabbat service, 4:35pm Saturday, January 7: Torah Trope Class, 9:00am; Shabbat morning service, 9:15 am; Jr. Congregation, 10:00 am; Women’s Torah Study with ?, 10:30am Sunday, January 8, 10:30am: Rabbis Ron Muroff and Ilyse Kramer present, “Examining the BIG picture of Jewish Prayer: What is it? Why do we do it? How might I begin to practice some/ more of it in my life?” Free and open to all adults. Friday, January 13: Erev Shabbat service, 4:40pm Saturday, January 14: Torah Trope Class, 9:00am; Shabbat morning service, 9:15am; Jr. Congregation, 10:00am; Tot Shabbat with
Jodie Raffensperger, 11:00am; Shabbaton featuring Debra Rand: “Praying in Prison-Keeping Kosher in the Clink----Religious Freedom in Jail” Light lunch following services. Congregation Beth Israel, Lebanon 411 S 8th St (717) 273-2669 www.congregation-beth-israel. org All are welcome to our egalitarian services: Sundays at 9:00am and Thursdays at 7:30am. Our Shabbat services begin at 7:30pm on Friday evenings and on Shabbat morning at 9:30am followed by Kiddush. Congregation Beth Tikvah, Carlisle Asbell Center, 262 W High Street (717) 245-2811 www.bethtikvah.org
(717) 697-2662 www.tbshalom.org Temple Beth Shalom’s Friday evening Shabbat Services are at 7:15pm, followed by an oneg in the social hall. Services are led by Rabbi Daniel Grossman and Lay Leaders of Beth Shalom.
picture! Cost of this fundraiser is $50 to benefit Temple Beth Shalom. Contact Rachel Rudnick at rachelrudnick16@gmail.com for more details and to make reservations. This would make a great holiday gift! The Sisterhood Book Club will take place on Wednesday, January 11 at 7:00pm at the home of Jennifer Kornfeld. The book for discussion is “My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me” by Jennifer Teege. This program is open to all women. Please contact Jennie at jennifer. kornfeld@Verizon.net if you plan to attend!
Rabbi Daniel Grossman will lead Shabbat services on Friday, January 6 and 20. Saturday morning Shabbat services, also led by Rabbi Grossman, will take place on January 7 and 21 at 9:00am. A Wine and Paint Night will be held on Monday, January 9 from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Come and enjoy Temple Ohev Sholom an evening of relaxation, byob 2345 N Front Street wine, and painting a lovely winter (717) 233-6459 www.ohevsholom.org
Friday Night Shabbat Services at 7:15pm Historic B’nai Jacob, Middletown N Wood Street (717) 319-3014 www.bnai-jacob.org Historic B’nai Jacob Synagogue, Water and Nissley Street in Middletown, will conduct Shabbat Service on Friday, January 6, 2017, beginning at 7:30pm, led by Marc Bluestein, and followed by an oneg in our social hall. We are a Community Shul, all are welcome. Kesher Israel Congregation 2500 N 3rd Street (717) 238-0763 www.kesherisrael.org Participate in our daily Minyanim. Mornings: Sundays and Federal holidays at 8:00am, MondayFriday at 6:45am. Rosh Chodesh and fast days at 6:30am. Evening services begin at 20 minutes before sunset. Please join us for our 9:00am Shabbat morning services followed by Kiddush. Please contact our Office Manager, Cecelia Baker, at (717) 238-0763 for info. Temple Beth Shalom 913 Allendale Road
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Life Cycle OBITUARIES Alvin Glass
Alvin Glass, father of Cheryl Hart, a member of Chisuk Emuna has passed away. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, December 14 at the Chisuk Emuna Cemetery. Alvin is survived by Cheryl and Glenn and their daughter, Emily.
Arlene Heller
Arlene Heller, 65, sister of Beth El Temple member, Ira Heller, passed away on Monday, December 12 in Miami Beach, FL. Funeral services were held on Thursday, December 15 in Miami, FL. Arlene is survived by her brother Dr. Ira (Sheila) Heller of Harrisburg; niece Samantha (Andrew) Mumford, and nephew Mark (Ginny) Heller; and three great-nieces. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice that is performing cancer research.
Roland H. Singer
Roland H. Singer, 90, brother of Beth El Temple member, Ileane Hurwitz, passed away on Friday, December 16 in Baltimore, MD. Roland grew up in Harrisburg and was a long-time Beth El Temple member. Roland was preceded in death by his beloved wife Elaine Singer (nee Fine). Funeral services were held onTuesday, December 20 at Sol Levinson & Brothers in Pikesville, MD. Burial followed at Oheb Shalom Memorial Park in Reisterstown, MD. Roland is survived by his sons, John (Karen) Singer of Baltimore and Glenn Singer; grandchildren Charles and Amy Singer; and sister Ileane (Harold) Hurwitz of Harrisburg. Memorial donations may be made to Beth El Temple or the charity of your choice.
Lillian Rosenschein Lillian Rosenschein, 94, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 9. Lillian was born in Czechoslovakia on April 22, 1922, a daughter of Benjamin Rosenschein. She is survived by her loving daughter, Ruth Gayle of Philadelphia, PA. Her daughter is very grateful to Josie Hanson – Lillian’s long time caregiver. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin; a son Theodore; sisters Edith and Pearl and brother Hershel. Lillian loved sewing, cooking and baking. For many years, she spent countless hours making dolls that were distributed at children’s hospitals. Her Funeral Service was held on Sunday, December 11 at the Chapel of Kesher Israel Cemetery, with Rabbi Elisha Friedman, officiating. Burial followed in Kesher Israel Cemetery.
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