Beth Tfiloh Bulletin - October

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Celebrating the Joy of Judaism, Embracing all Jews.

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A YEAR OF VIRTUAL PROGRAMS CREATED FOR YOU

The Challenges of the 21st Century: A Conversation with Nikki Haley Introducing Beth Tfiloh University BT Top Chefs, Virtual Vacations & More!

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Dear Friends, We made it through the High Holy Days, and thank God, all went well! But the reality is, things “just ain’t the same” without you! From my perspective, it is true to say, “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.”

None of us back in March could have imagined that now, in October, there is still a need for many of us to stay “in” in order to stay “well.” But with modern technology, being separated need not mean being isolated. We are here… and you are there. And Zoom can bring us together.

We have put together a series of virtual lectures and programs that is truly unprecedented. Never before in memory have we been able to gather so many popular figures, brilliant minds, outstanding teachers, political pundits, and just enough cooks to make sure that we do not spoil the broth.

This is our attempt to stay connected, yes. But it is also part of our ongoing desire to make our congregants better Jews and better Americans. You can do it without having to get dressed and leave your home — just allow us in to be with you, if not physically then certainly spiritually and emotionally.

We are Beth Tfiloh and we will be entering our centennial year stronger than ever – with you and because of you! Let’s stay connected! At the beginning of Creation we are told that God said, “It is not good for humans to be alone.” Looking forward to your companionship!

Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg

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SUKKOT CELEBRATIONS Yonina Sukkot Concert Tuesday, October 6, 7 pm Yonina, the dynamic husband/wife musical duo that brought hundreds to the screen with their mesmerizing harmonies on Lag B’Omer, returns to perform for you in your Sukkah.

Yoni and Nina Tokayer, AKA Yonina, first started sharing their music through weekly home videos posted to social media. Yonina’s music will sweep you up with their feel-good vibe. They have performed throughout Israel, the US and Europe, and they are currently working on their second album.

Updates from the Israeli Political Arena with Yonah Jeremy Bob ‘96 Wednesday, October 7, 7 pm Get first-hand updates on the latest issues confronting Israel, the US and the Middle East from BT alum Yonah Jeremy Bob ’96, the Jerusalem Post’s intelligence, terrorism and legal analyst and literary editor. He will discuss Middle East diplomacy between Israel and its neighbors, the impact of this summer’s explosions in Iran, Israel and Iran’s corona-related cyberwars, the never-ending Israeli election cycle, and the historic Abraham Accords Peace Agreement with the United Arab Emirates.

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Sukkot Family Services Cookie & Mini Family Service & Sukkah Hop Shabbat, October 3, 11 am, Synagogue courtyard Ages: PreSchool through kindergarten children

Kid Cong Family Service & Sukkah Hop Sunday, October 4, 11 am, Synagogue courtyard Ages: First-fourth grade children

B’nai Mitzvah 2021: Explore Mitzvot Mondays, September 14, October 19, November 16, December 21, and January 11 Bar and Bat Mitzvah students and their parents are invited to a monthly virtual class and lively discussion about mitzvot. Together, they will make mitzvah projects that enhance their understanding and observance of the mitzvot and provide a deeper meaning to this special time in their lives.

Join your favorite kids’ service leaders for an outdoor service and a mini-family sukkah hop to BT’s shul and school sukkahs for treats from the rabbis and hazzan. All children must be accompanied by a parent or other adult throughout the family service and Sukkah hop. Masks and other COVID-safe protocols are required for participation.

Registration is limited. Cost: $5, congregant member family, $10 non-member family Register online: bethtfiloh.com/register by Friday, October 2 at 9 am

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ADULT PROGRAMMING BT Top Chefs Join Beth Tfiloh for a virtual international culinary journey with four celebrity chefs on the Israeli and American scenes: Einat Adomony, Lior Sercarz, Danielle Renov and Adeena Sussman. Explore their Moroccan, Yemenite, Persian, Tunisian, and Ashkenazi backgrounds, recipes and culinary inspirations.

Einat Adomony – The Ultimate Balaboosta Tuesday, January 19, 8 pm Menu: Moroccan Spiced Fish, Yemenite Salad with Fenugreek-Yoghurt Dressing, and Ja’ala Einat Admony, also known as the “ultimate balaboosta,” (“perfect housewife” in Yiddish), is the chef and owner of Balaboosta, the fine-dining Middle Eastern restaurant, and the beloved falafel chain Taim. She is also the author of two cookbooks: Balaboosta and Shuk.

Lior Sercarz – The Spice Master Tuesday, January 26, 8 pm Menu: Freekah and Feta Salad; Charred Eggplant and Labneh Parfait Lior Lev Sercarz is the chef, spice blender and owner of La Boîte, a biscuits and spice shop in New York City. Lior and La Boîte have been featured in publications including The New York Times, Vogue, In Style Magazine, Every Day with Rachel Ray, Food & Wine Magazine and the SAVEUR 100. He is the author of The Art of Blending, The Spice Companion, and his most recent book, Mastering Spice, was named one of the best cookbooks of the year by The New York Times Book Review.

Danielle Renov – Peas, Love & Carrots Tuesday, February 2, 8 pm Menu: Meat stuffed artichokes; Sumac-Scented Fennel and Tangerine Salad Danielle Renov is the blogger/influencer behind the popular website and social media brand, Peas, Love & Carrots, where she shares delicious and approachable recipes, lifestyle tips and hacks, and more. Half Moroccan and half Ashkenazi, Danielle is a living melting pot of the cultures she was born into and those she now lives among in Israel.

Adeena Sussman – Sababa Tuesday, February 9, 8 pm Menu: My Mother’s Irresistible Peach Kuchen; Chewy Tahini Blondies Adeena Sussman is the author of Sababa: Fresh, Sunny Flavors from My Israeli Kitchen, which includes an introduction by Zahav’s Michael Solomonov and was named a Best Fall 2019 cookbook by The New York Times, Bon Appetit, and Food & Wine. She is currently working on her follow up to Sababa, all about the foods of Shabbat. The co-author of 11 cookbooks, Adeena’s three most recent collaborations, including Cravings and Cravings: Hungry for More with Chrissy Teigen, were New York Times best-sellers.

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VIRTUAL VACATIONS No need to pack your bags… just make sure your devices are fully charged for BT’s virtual vacations! Professional tour guides from Keshet Educational Journeys will transport you around the world and back in time to explore the Jewish history, people and culture of three destinations: biblical Jerusalem, “Golden Age” Cordoba and medieval Poland.

Destination: Jerusalem

Destination: Spain

Destination: Poland

Sunday, November 22, 3 pm

Sunday, December 20, 3 pm

Join Danny Ehrlich for a virtual guided tour in the Old City of Jerusalem. We’ll step back 2,700 years to the days of the prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah who walked and taught there and unravel some of the layers of the Jewish “love affair” with Jerusalem, as we gain insight into how Jerusalem became so important to the Jewish people.

The 1,000-year Jewish story of Sepharad (Spain and Portugal) is one of triumph and despair. Join Keshet’s Kayla Ship for a virtual tour of Cordoba, home of Hasdai ibn Shaprut, Yehuda Halevi, and Maimonides, and impressive landmarks such as La Mezquita. Kayla Ship will highlight the “Golden Age” of Spain and its contribution to Hebrew poetry, science, medicine, and Jewish philosophy.

Sunday, January 10, 3 pm Join Danny Ehrlich for an overview of the story of the Jews of Poland past, present and future as we consider these questions: Why did medieval Poland welcome Jews when almost every other country in Europe was expelling its Jews? How did Jewish life flourish in Poland for more than 1,000 years despite rampant anti-Semitism? What is the truth about Poland vis-a-vis its Jews during the Shoah? What is the status of the Jewish community in Poland today?

Danny Ehrlich is the Educational Director of Keshet Educational Journeys. He coordinates Keshet’s Jewish Heritage Tours in Europe and has been guiding educational journeys to Poland for almost 20 years, including Beth Tfiloh High School’s Natanzon/Taylor Senior Trip to Poland and Israel.

Kayla Ship is the Program Director at Keshet Educational Journeys and coordinates and guides Keshet’s Jewish Journeys to Sepharad (Spain & Portugal).

Beth Tfiloh Virtual Open Houses Meet our principals and faculty, explore our studentcentered educational experience, and discover why a Beth Tfiloh education is an education for life. Let’s learn together at a BT Virtual Open House: PreSchool: November 11, 8 pm Lower School: November 5, 7 pm

Learning together.

For life.

Middle School: December 5, 7 pm High School: November 18, 7 pm

Sign up for a BT Virtual Open House: bethtfiloh.com/openhouse

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Comedy Night with SARGE: A Night Out... While In

Reconnected: A Virtual Experience with Mentalist Jason Suran

Saturday, November 14, 8 pm

Saturday, December 12, 5:30 pm Havdallah & menorah lighting, 6 pm performance

BT Men/Sisterhood and Liberty Grace Church of God are partnering for an evening of laughs and camaraderie featuring Black Jewish comedian SARGE. SARGE’s humor comes from a very personal place, as his road to success was not a smooth one. In 2017, SARGE released his autobiography and motivational book, Black Boychick, which traces his hilarious, inspirational life of twists and turns. Get a preview at iamsarge.com.

This event is open to adults and children ages 13 and up.

Spend the third night of Chankuah with your BT friends and mentalist Jason Suran for Reconnected, an interactive virtual experience of jaw-dropping psychological illusions.

Jason Suran, a New York-based mentalist/magician, is one of the most sought-after performers of mindreading magic in America.

His unique blend of psychology and deception has led him around the world and he is a regular fixture at some of New York’s most exclusive venues.

Jewish Learning & Living Stanley Z. Penn Memorial Lecture

Bari Weiss: The Future of America… and the Jews

Wednesday, October 21, 7:30 pm

Women’s Hallel with Nina of Yonina Sunday, October 18, 8:30 am and Sunday, March 14, 9:30 am Join your BT sisters for this special Rosh Chodesh experience, led by Nina of the famous husband/wife musical duo, Yonina. Daven along with a siddur – view online at sefaria.org.

Hear Bari Weiss, author of How to Fight AntiSemitism and former Wall Street Journal and New York Times Op-Ed writer, at this year’s Stanley Z. Penn Memorial Lecture. Weiss recently made news by resigning from the New York Times in response to colleagues’ anti-Semitic bullying and workplace discrimination.

The Stanley Z. Penn Memorial Lecture

Women’s Weekly Parshah Zoom Discussions Sundays, 8:30-9 pm, beginning with discussion of Breishit on October 18 6

The Annual Stanley Z. Penn Lecture was established by Helene to commemorate the life of her beloved husband, Stanley Z. Penn. Stanley — cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather — was an active Beth Tfiloh member, a successful business man, attorney and a respected community leader.

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THE ANNUAL DAHAN LECTURE The Beth Tfiloh family and the Haron Dahan Foundation cordially invite you to the sixth Annual Dahan Lecture

The Challenges of the 21st Century: A Conversation with Nikki Haley Tuesday, March 9, 2021, 8 pm Livestreamed via Zoom Join Beth Tfiloh Congregation for an exclusive conversation with Ambassador Haley and Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg where she will discuss her time in public service and her thoughts on the challenges facing our nation in the 21st century.

Nikki Haley served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations from 2017 to 2019. She also served as a member of the National Security Council and President Donald Trump’s Cabinet, where she broke ground as the first Indian-American woman to hold a cabinet-level position. Born in Bamberg, South Carolina, to Indian immigrant parents, Ambassador Haley’s political career includes serving as Representative of South Carolina’s District 87, and as the first minority, and first woman, to serve as Governor of South Carolina.

Registration is required. Register online at bethtfiloh.com/dahanlecture.

The Annual Dahan Lecture No one has been more passionate about securing the continuity of Jewish education to both children and adults than Beth Tfiloh’s most generous benefactor Haron Dahan, of blessed memory, and his beloved wife Rachel, of blessed memory. To help perpetuate all that the Dahans have stood for, the Dahan Lecture takes place annually to commemorate their yahrzeits.

MAKE YOUR GIFT TODAY

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Introducing BTU - Beth Tfiloh University With many universities now going virtual, Beth Tfiloh has decided to open our own university – no admissions tests required! Each month, BTU will bring you a diverse range of experts from the media, academia, religion and politics to educate, enlighten and unite us. These outstanding lecturers will discuss topics relevant to the new world we are living in — as Americans and as Jews. This program is made possible by a grant from the Ronnie H. and Alli Russel Charitable Foundation Inc. and The Russel Family.

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach: The Disappearing American Jew Thursday, November 5, 2020, 8 pm Despite billions of dollars in outreach and educational investment, assimilation continues to erode the American Jewish community at a calamitous rate. Why aren’t our efforts working? Rabbi Shmuley Boteach explains that Judaism must fulfill the three “P”s criteria if it is to reclaim a lost generation of American youth: It must be passionate, personal, and purposeful; it must make people light up, it must teach them how to live better lives, and it must provide meaning. Join Rabbi Shmuley as he explains how these three “P”s can be achieved.

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach is the founder of The World Values Network. He is also what The Washington Post calls “the most famous Rabbi in America” who served as rabbi to Oxford University for 11 years.

The international best-selling author of 30 books, he is also the winner of the London Times Preacher of the Year competition.

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Dr. Richard Landes: Jews and Evangelicals: A Marriage Made In…?

Thursday, December 3, 2020, 8 pm What fuels Evangelical Christians’ love-hate relationship with Jews? Do evangelicals love us, want to convert us, or both? Prof. Richard Landes will answer these questions and more.

Richard Landes is a medieval historian with a specialty in apocalyptic millennial movements (Heaven on Earth: The Variety of the Millennial Experience, Oxford, 2011; Paranoid Apocalypse: One Hundred Year Retrospective on the Protocols of the Elders of Zion, NYU Press, 2011). His forthcoming book is entitled Stupidity Matters: A Medievalist Guide to the 21st Century (Academic Studies Press). He serves as the chair of the Academic Council of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East.

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Rabbi Capers Funnye & Minister Miya King: Black & White: Where DoThe Jews Fit In? Thursday, January 14, 2021, 8 pm The call of Black Lives Matter has brought some Jews and Blacks closer together, and torn others apart. Are we natural allies? Why is there anti-Semitism and racism amongst us? Join Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg for this important conversation with Rabbi Funnye and Minister King.

Capers C. Funnye, Jr. is Chief Rabbi of the International Israelite Board of Rabbis. In addition, he is rabbi and spiritual leader of Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation, located in Chicago, one of the largest black synagogues in America.

Rabbi Funnye also serves as a Senior Research Associate for the Institute of Jewish and Community Research, located in San Francisco, CA. This program is presented in partnership with Liberty Grace Church of God where Miya King is a minister.

Mosab Hassan Yousef: Judaism & Islam: Is There Hope?

Thursday, February 4, 2021, 8 pm It’s the story of a terrorist-turned-friend. After numerous imprisonments

by Shin Bet, the Israeli intelligence service, Mosab Hassan Yousef embarked on a spiritual quest that changed his violent destiny to an advocate of peace. Is his story the story of one man, or can it happen to every man?

Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of Hamas founding leader Sheikh Hassan Yousef, was an integral part of the movement.

While imprisoned by the Shin Bet Israeli intelligence service, he became a vital intelligence asset for the Israeli government while Yousef served sideby-side with his father within the upper ranks of Hamas. His story was revealed in the 2008 Fox News documentary “Escape from Hamas.” Yousef ‘s first book, Son of Hamas, reveals new information about this dangerous terrorist organization and unveils the truth behind his own secret role.

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Mercaz Dahan Center for Jewish Life & Learning: 2020-21 Virtual Learning

This year, Beth Tfiloh’s Mercaz Dahan Center of Jewish Life and Learning brings the learning to you! Expand your intellectual horizons with your favorite Mercaz teachers while staying safe at home.

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BT IN THE AM - MONDAYS

Wednesday Evenings, 6:30-8 pm

October 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16, 23; December 7, 14, 21; January 11, 25; February 1, 8, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22; April 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 24

October 21, 28; November 4, 11, 18, 23; December 2, 9; January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17; March 3, 10, 17; April 7, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 26

Israel – The Land, The Story, The People “My heart is in the east,” described Judah Halevi about his longing for the land of Israel, the land that has captured the imagination and interest of the world since the beginning of time. In this course, we will explore the significance of Eretz Yisrael from the perspective of the Tanach and the Talmud and discuss its ancient and modern-day history.

We will investigate the four holy cities of Israel through a combination of textual study and virtual tours, and get to know the different types of people that make up the fabric of Israeli society. We will focus on Israeli-Diaspora relations and immerse ourselves in the potent issues facing Israel today. This course is sure to engage, inspire, and create rich dialogue with experts and scholars in the field.

Presenters include: Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg, Rabbi Chai Posner, Aryeh Ben David, Dr. Laura Shaw Frank, Rabbi Shmuel Silber, Dr. Noam Weissman, Rabbi Steven Exler, Rabbi Yisrael Motzen, Avi Melamed, Dr. Yael Ziegler, and Sivan Rahav-Meir

The Seymour Yaffe Scholars Program for Advanced Jewish Learning Beth Tfiloh is excited to partner with the The Associated’s Insight Israel Forum in providing dynamic educational opportunities about Israel.

With sensitivity to the financial challenges created by COVID-19, we are thrilled to offer this extensive course at a greatly discounted rate. If you have ever wanted to participate in this series, this is the year to give it a try!

The Seymour Yaffe Scholars Program for Advanced Jewish Learning is named for Seymour “Siggy” Yaffe. He was a past president of Beth Tfiloh Congregation and a most beloved and respected member of Beth Tfiloh.

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Class 1: 10-10:45 am Tehillim: The Magic and the Meaning, Mrs. Chana Slavaticki The book of Tehillim expresses the range of human experience and has been a source of hope, inspiration, and meaning throughout Jewish history. In this course, we will explore the life and legacy of King David as described in the book of Samuel and connect it to the psalms he wrote in the book of Tehillim. We will also focus on the poetry of prayer and the chapters of Tehillim that are part of Jewish liturgy. Israeli tour guides will take us on virtual tours that will provide a historical context and enhance our appreciation of Psalms and the “sweet singer of Israel.”

Class 2: 10:55–11:40 am Session 1: A Jewish Perspective on the Year of Coronavirus, Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg October 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16, 23; December 7, 14, 21 Coronavirus has not only had an effect on us physically but has touched us socially, economically and religiously as well. The virus and its side effects have given rise to issues and questions that made all of us stop, think, and ask ourselves: “What are we to believe?”

The year of corona has brought with it issues ranging from Black Lives Matter to the role of God, from triage to cancel culture.

Join us in discussions regarding: Plagues and Jewish history • Responses to pandemics in Jewish law • Triage: Who shall live and who shall die • Economy vs. safety: Your money or your life • “Cancel culture” and everyone’s right to an opinion • Tearing down statues and treading on history • Anti-Semitism in black and white • God’s role in the world He created

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Session 2: Moral Dilemmas: Then and Now, Dr. Zipora Schorr

BT IN THE AM - WEDNESDAYS

January 11, 25; February 1, 8, 22; March 1, 8

October 21, 28; November 4, 18; December 2, 9, 23; January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24; March 3, 10; April 14; April 28; May 5, 12

How do the stories in the Bible inform our moral and ethical choices? How does the past enrich the present? What can we learn from ancient sages that helps us to make sense of modern dilemmas? This course will present biblical figures making choices that reflect the human condition. We will analyze the text and view it through the lens of contemporary society, exploring articles that help us understand modern life through ancient wisdom.

Topics include: Adam and Eve: He said, she said; reflections on honesty in relationships • Rebekah, Isaac, Jacob and Esau: Deception or Divine plan? Does the end justify the means? • Joseph and his brothers, Abraham and Sara: Telling the truth, the whole truth, nothing but the truth? • Amalek: Is there a different moral standard for your sworn enemy? • Jonah: Can you escape your fate? • Esther: Sacrifice of virtue for the greater good? • Job: Theodicy, or why do bad things happen to good people?

Session 3: A Rabbi and His Eema Talk Torah, Rabbi Chai Posner March 15, 22; April 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 24 “Hear my child the discipline of your father and do not forsake the teaching of your mother (Torat Eemecha),” writes King Solomon in the book of Proverbs. Rabbi Soloveitchik explained that the “Torah of your mother” refers to the lived experience of G-d and Torah in a Jewish home. In this spirit, Rabbi Chai Posner will engage in conversation with his mother Estelle Posner, on a variety of Torah topics relevant to everyday life, growth mindset, and positive thinking.

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Semester 1: Jews from Asian and African Lands Dates: October 21, 28; November 4, 18; December 2, 9, 23; January 20, 27 Join Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev as he discusses the culture, practice, history, and philosophy of Jews from Asian and African lands. The course will cover Ethiopian, Yemenite, and Mizrachi Jewry—with an emphasis on the subgroups within the latter.

Semester 2: Video Values February 3, 10, 24; March 3, 10; April 14; April 28; May 5, 12 Watch popular videos like never before analyzed and filtered through a uniquely Jewish lens. A mixture of fun and depth, Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev will teach Jewish values against the backdrop of Bruce Almighty, Ushpizin, Groundhog Day, and more!

Mercaz Monthly Clubs on Wednesdays November 11; December 16; January 13; February 17; March 17; April 21; May 26

Current Events Club - 10-10:45 am BT in the AM is excited to offer a monthly Current Events Club for all of our mercaz “newsies.” Join veteran journalist and BT instructor Phil Jacobs in colorful dialogue and discussion on everything from politics to pandemics, from Pikesville to Petach Tikveh, and everywhere in between.

Mercaz Book Club - 10:55-11:45 am The Book Club will feature an impressive selection of books of Jewish interest, facilitated by a rotation of presenters, including Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg, Rabbi Chai Posner, Dr. Zipora Schorr, Halaine Steinberg, Shira London, and Rochelle Sullivan. Read and discuss the season’s best, most thoughtprovoking books.

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A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY In honor of the matriarch of their family, Dorothy Kotler, David and Zozzie Golden have made a donation to Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School designated to address the varying learning needs of each child.

From 1961-1987, Dorothy dedicated herself to the students and teachers at United Talmud Torah Schools of Montreal, Canada, where she began as a teacher, led as a principal and then served as curriculum coordinator. She was truly devoted to Jewish education, leading with care and commitment, fairness and respect.

At a tribute honoring Dorothy upon her retirement in 1987, it was noted that she “believes that learning is a lifelong process, and that an educator’s main role is to help students to develop to their full potential by giving them the tools to explore their interests, develop their talents, and find answers to their questions.” With their gift, the Goldens hope to encourage challenged students to grow and learn at Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School.

Dorothy’s grandchildren, Rachael (Golden) Spiegel ’98 and Ira Golden ’99, are graduates of Beth Tfiloh. Dorothy had the joy of watching Rachael and Ira grow throughout their years at Beth Tfiloh – a school just like the one to which she devoted her life, a school that gives you wings to take you into the future. Although separated by many miles, Dorothy took joy in visiting the school on Grandparents Day for many years, and was proud to celebrate with Rachael and Ira at their graduation ceremonies.

B’NEI MITZVAH Sunday, October 18 Aidee Moss on her bat mitzvah, and to her parents, Tzipie and Larry Moss, sibling Barry Moss, and grandparents Baila and Aryeh Frenkel and and Susan Moss and the late Barry Y. Moss.

MAZEL TOV Mazel Tov to Irving and Roselyn Kalb on the marriage of their grandson, Jordan Kalb, to Shelly Kimmel

When asked why the Goldens chose to direct their gift to Beth Tfiloh’s Academic Support Program, they shared that, “An excellent Jewish education is the greatest gift we Ira ‘99 and his grandparents Dorothy can give our children and Gordon Kotler (z’l) at his Beth Tfiloh and this is why we graduation. believe in supporting Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. Our children have grown with a moral compass that has defined who they are as human beings and as members of society. Rachael and Ira have a strong foundation that has guided them throughout their lives. It gives us great pride and joy knowing that our financial gift to the school will help students at Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School grow and flourish into the future.”

A plaque recognizing the Goldens’ generous gift will be dedicated inside of the Middle School Learning Lab and will serve as a reminder of their beloved matriarch and her commitment to Jewish education.

To Tara Brown and Ari Mittleman on the birth of their baby To Tara and Simon Cornberg on the birth of their baby

We welcome the following new members to our Beth Tfiloh family!

To Yonah and Avigayil Glickman Heller on the birth of their baby

Andrew and Jordana Hurwitz Dylan Karlin ‘13 Clement Levi Alina and Richard Matz Itael, Hersh and Uri Toibman

To Darren and Nina Shapiro Weiss on the birth of their baby To Arezo and Navid Raoofian on the birth and naming of Dina Sipora To Jill Green and Daniel D. Kaplan on the Bar Mitzvah of their son Joshua To Brittany Herzenberg Kava ‘13 and Sam Kava on their wedding

To Nikki and Ben Elgamil on the birth of their baby

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NEW MEMBERS

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SCHEDULE YOUR BAR/BAT MITZVOT Planning is now underway for the scheduling of Bat and Bat Mitzvah dates for children born between January and December 31, 2010. Parents, please note that you must be members of the Congregation in good standing in order for your child to be eligible to become a Bar or Bat Mitzvah at Beth Tfiloh. For information about membership, please contact Holly Venick at 410-413-2244 or hvenick@btfiloh.org. Congregation members – watch your mailbox for information regarding your child’s upcoming Simcha soon!

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CONDOLENCES We extend our heartfelt condolences to the following members: To Gary Hyman on the loss of his mother, Joy Hyman To Dawn (Glenn) Goldberg on the loss of her mother, Eileen Freedman To the Winegrad family on the loss of our member, Dorothy “Dotsie” Winegrad To Carole (Ronald) Fradkin on the loss of her brother, Julian Kossow To Laurie (Kevin) Luskin on the loss of her mother, Nadine Hazman To Anna Monias (Gordon Hyman) on the loss of her father, Michael Monias To Lewis (Ilona) Dennen on the loss of his mother, Gloria Dennen To Gail (Dr. Scott) Millison and Dr. Aaron (Allison) Magat on the loss of their mother, and our member, Miriam Magat To Kenneth Cohen on the loss of his mother, Roserma Cohen To Roz Shenker and Hersh Pachino on the passing of their brother, Rabbi Marvin Pachino To Harriet (Gary) Berman on the passing of her brother, Ira Cluster.

To Alice Chaban (nee Bernblum) on the passing of her husband, our member, Albert Chaban To the Malinow Family on the loss of our member, Helene Malinow

WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE FOLLOWING CONTRIBUTIONS TO OUR CONGREGATION & SCHOOL BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor of: Rabbis Wecker and Yoggev for assisting with aliya laTorah for naming Maytal Eliana by Dr. Avi and Shira Gerstenblith Maureen and Howard Davidov on their wedding anniversary, by Lynne and Stan Haas Stephanie and David Kronthal on the engagement of Bradley to Alison,

by Jan and Andy Cardin

Dr. Irvin Donick, by Albert Polovoy Dr. Alan Rosenfeld, by Wilma and Paul Alpert Miriam Magat, by Mandi and Brett Miller, Laurie Kott, Russ and Mona, Danny and Samantha, and Mia Kaufman, Sharon and Harvey Grutman, Joan and Larry Feldman Melvin Garbow, by Mandi Miller In observance of the Yahrzeit of: Judy Herman, by the Herman and Abraham families

In Memory of:

Fannie Blasbalg, by Frances Blasbalg

Rita Friedman, by Irene and Robert Russel

BETH TFILOH RELIEF FUND

Harriet Rappaport, by Lois Wolf and Marty Taubenfeld

In Honor of:

Leon Okun, by Dr. and Mrs. Jerome Ginsberg and Laurie Rosenberg

In Memory of:

Bonnie Rosenberg, by Amy and Wayne Seidman

Rabbi Avraham Moshe Kahana, by Roz Shenker

Julian Kossow, by Melissa and Adam Eisner, Malcolm Renbaum, Anne Pfeffer

Barbara Samuelson, by Roz Shenker

Sarah Munik, by Anne Pfeffer Rabbi Avraham Moshe Kahana,

by Anne Pfeffer Donna Polovoy, by David and Edie Blitzstein Evelyn Gross, by The Mersky/Sanger Family Nadine Hazman, by Allison and Aaron Magat, Ruth and David Naftaly

Customer Appreciation Days NEW DATES: Wed., Oct. 14th & Thurs., Oct. 15 At Boscov’s Westminster & White Marsh Get an automatic 10-20% off most purchases when you shop those days, and Beth Tfiloh will receive 5% of your total purchase – no passes necessary!

For more information please call Roselyn Kalb - 443.928.7404

Adele Sidle becoming a great-grandma Sarah Murik, by Roz Shenker

GERALD AND ELAYNE BERG FUND In Honor of: Elayne Berg and her new home, by Jack Finkelstein and Fran Kessler

PAUL BURMAN FUND: In Memory of: Morris Cohen, by Marsha and Ellis Caplan Herbert Koppel, by Marsha and Ellis Caplan

CHUMASH FUND: In Honor of: Ruth and David Naftaly in celebration of their special 50th wedding anniversary, by Gloria and John Segall

CHARLES CRANE AND HOWARD S. BROWN EDUCATION FUND We appreciate the anonymous donation made to this fund.

SAMUEL & SIDNEY EPSTEIN CHAPEL FUND: In Memory of: Eileen Freedman, by Cindy and Jerry Stern

GARFINKEL FAMILY LEARNING ASSISTANCE FUND In Memory of: Fern Swerdlin by, Nancy and Dr. Darryl Garfinkel

Thank you and enjoy your shopping!

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BETH TFILOH BULLETIN GENERAL FUND: In Honor of: Sharon Caplan for her generous contribution to Beth Tfiloh Congregation Maureen and Harold Davidov on their special wedding anniversary, by Lisa, Dan, Josh and Ethan Glassman

DR. ISADORE AND HILDA KAPLAN SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND

STANLEY Z. PENN MEMORIAL LECTURE FUND:

In observance of the Yahrzeit of:

In Honor of:

Dr. Michael I. Feinglass by Dr. Jay and Ellen Feinglass

Barbara and Larry Marder on the birth of their grandson. May his life be filled with lots of good health and happiness for many, many years, by Helene Penn Dorf

HONORABLE ALAN J. KARLIN CHATAN TORAH FUND:

In Memory of:

In Memory of:

Gloria Dennen, by Jennifer and Benny Sobol

Dr. Irvin I. Donick, by Judy and Stuart Poltilove

Evelyn Gross, by Michael Freedman and family

MERCAZ FUND:

Adele Sidle on the birth of her great-grandson.

May his life be filled with lots of good health and happiness for many, many years, by Helene Penn Dorf

David Feldman beloved father on his yahrzeit,

by Boris Feldman

In Honor of:

In Memory of:

Julia Goldstein on becoming a Bat Mitzvah, by Arnold and Judy Zerwitz

Miriam Magat, by Ruthie and David Carliner

Rabbi Moshe and Chana Slavaticki on their son Chaim becoming a Bar Mitzvah, by Ellen and Joseph Miller

In Memory of:

Rita Friedman, by Becky and Josh Brenner Miriam Magat, by Faith and Adam Harrison, Ann Nagy, Nina and Gary Wand Michael Monias, by Jennifer and Benjamin Sobol Alan Rosenfeld, by Faith and Adam Harrison

SONIA AND STANLEY GOLDBERG ADOPT-A-CHILD FUND In Memory of: Eileen Freedman by, Shirley Littman

DAVID & JUDY JACOBSON HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING FUND: In Honor of: Marcia Segal on her new home, by Reba and Arnold Cohen In Memory of: Morris Cohen, by Roberta Boam, Edith Yankelov Rita Friedman, by Zanvyl and Isabelle Krieger Fund, Marcia Pearl Marvin Pachino, by Rikki and Louis Solomon Judy Rudo, by Sandy and Maury Bass

In Memory of: Julian Kossow, by Herta and Arthur Baitch, Janet Feinberg, Esta Lesser

NELSON NEUMAN FAMILY KIDDUSH FUND:

PRAYER BOOK FUND: Nadine Hazman, by Tsipi and Michael Renbaum Monroe Lunitz, by Wendy and Jeffrey Blum and family Marvin Pachino, by Linda Schwartz

SISTERHOOD GIFT FUND:

In Memory of:

In memory of:

Rita Friedman, by Marsha and Ellis Caplan

Evelyn Gross, by Becky and Josh Brenner, Ann and Steve Halpern, Carol and Barry Hartman, Debi and Mark Holzman and Irvin L. Fishbein, Beverly and Jordan Max, Rikki and Louis Solomon, Sylvia Tulkoff

Phyllis Neuman, by the Patti Bavis-Puller, Chezelle, Inc, Grant and Boyle Families, Nurite and Craig Rosin Roberta Neuman, by the Baltimore Estate Planning Council, Patti Bavis-Puller, Sharon and Elliott Berg, Becky and Josh Brenner, Caroline Brocato, Marsha and Ellis Caplan, Chezelle, Inc., Patti Bavis-Puller; Jane Quinn; Denise Lewis; Marcia Lipman and Roberta Navecky, Grant and Boyle Families, Ilene Heneson and Sharie Blum, Merle and Richard Kierson, PB Mares, LLP, Debra and Joseph Mastaler, Mandi and Brett Miller, Margaret and Stuart Pass, Nurite and Craig Rosin, Ilene and Ian Salditch, Sylvia Tulkoff

HOLLY AND STEVE VENICK AND FAMILY EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY FUND In observance of the yahrzeit of: Herman Venick by The Carpenter Family

RABBI WOHLBERG’S DISCRETIONARY FUND: In Honor of: Our 50th wedding anniversary on August 13th,

by Ronnie and Stanley Amernick Gas leak explosion front line workers, by the B’nai Mitzvah Class Helen Gordon on her new home, good health, long life and great joy, by Natalie Feinblum In Memory of: Rita Friedman, by Fran and Steve Pruce Iris Keyser, by Fran and Steve Pruce Julian Kossow, by Helen Gordon Fern Sydney Swerdlin, by Fran and Steve Pruce

YAD B’YAD FUND We appreciate the donation made to this fund

by Shalom Kovacs.

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YAHRZEIT DONATIONS Sylvia Aiken, by Lawrence Aiken Ephraim Alliker, by Dr. Saul Roskes Rose Aronoff, by Barbara Gandel Dora Attman, by Ely Attman, Lillian Fribush Harold Balser, by Lois Balser Meyer Bank, by Ellen Miller and Larry Bank David Dovid Barron, by Courtney Nadler Covici, Annetta Nadler Rebecca Belsky, by Henry Belsky Daniel Berg, by Dr. Joel Berg Bessie Bergofsky, by Linda Bergofsky Shirley Bergofsky, by Linda Bergofsky Julius Bernstein, by Carol Glusman Stanley S. Billian, by Zenia Billian Rose Birenbaum, by Roger Birenbaum Jack Bliden, by Mickey Bliden Sophie Block, by Barrie Smullian Reuben Blumenfeld, by Howard Blumenfeld Sonjia Boritzer, by Richard Rynd Irene Caplan Bralove, by Joseph Caplan Lillian Wilner Braver, by Joyce Grand Harry M. Wilner by Joyce Grand David Brill, by Selma Kofsky Alan Lee Caplan, by Dr. Richard Lamb Louis Carliner, by David Carliner Alita R. Chait, by Aiana Fribush Pauline B. Cohen, by Beryle Cohen Charles Colson, by Nancy Colson Alperstein Alfred Davis, by Cathy Greene Irving Deckelbaum, by Rena Polun Leon Desser, by Dorothy (Dotsey) Roth Samuel Deutsch, by Dr. Cindy Kasner Ruth Dinnerman, by David Dinnerman Stanley Eisenberg, by Ronald Eisenberg Eugene Eisner, by Dr. Adam Eisner Susan Eisenstein, by Ellis Caplan Saundra Wolff Fellerman, by Martin Wolff Arnold Finkelstein, by Jack Finkelstein Michael Fox, by David Fox Arleen Franklin, by Sondra Levine Blanche Freeman, by Richard Rynd Paul Fribush, by Philip Fribush Julia Gelfand, by Svetlana Gelfand Oscar Gluck, by Rosemary Gluck Irvin M. Goldberg, by Roslynn Goldberg Sidney Goldscheider, by Judy Abrams Mitchell L. Goldscher, by Phyllis Radinsky Dennis Gordon, by Cheryl Gordon, Marci Gordon David Leroy Greenblatt, by Elliott Greenblatt David Don Greenfeld, by Susan Harans

Rose Schaff Halikman, by Dr. Louis Halikman Paul Hamburger, by Marie Schwartz Goldie Hendleman, by Herbert Gendason Janet Herman, by Gwen Eisenberg Marilyn Sue Friedman, by Sharon Maier Moises Leib Shmaie Gheiler, by Isaac Gheiler Oscar Gluck, by Rosemary Pozefsky Tzivia Gross, by Ethel Gheiler Elias Horn, by Larry Hornstein Betty Hornstein, by Ken Hornstein Meyer Hornstein, by Larry Hornstein

We gratefully acknowledge the following contributions to our Congregation Daniel Hyatt, by Phyllis Langwith Minnie B. Hyatt, by Phyllis Langwith Simon L. Isaacson, by Elaine I. Katzen Julius Jacobson, by Stuart Trippe Samuel Jacobson, by Joel Jacobson Irvin R. Jaslow, by Phyllis Gold Mary Jaslow, by Phyllis Gold Samuel Kaplan, by Anne Kaplan David Karlin, by Stanley Karlin Boris Katz, by Paula Harris Darlene Kavalsky, by Sheldon V. Green Jacqueline Kovens, by Faye Adler David Kramer, by Kay Green Jean Kramer, by Geraldine Caplan Beatrice Belle Kurland, by Marcia Kurland Miller Aldo Marini, by Marie Schwartz Eli Miller, by Beverly Max Lorraine Mogol, by Ellen Cohen Monroe Nash, by Laura Nash Sylvia Nathanson Goldberg, by Ann Halpern Irving Harrison, by William Fox Jennifer Kachura, by Barbara Gandel Chana Kalichman, by Anne Pfeffer Fayge Kalichman, by Anne Pfeffer Kayla Kalichman, by Anne Pfeffer Leah Kalichman, by Anne Pfeffer David Karlin, by Nancy Kirson Pearl Kofsky, by Selma Kofsky David Kotelchuck, by Janet Kotelchuck Julius Kramer, by Geraldine Caplan Arnold Kurland, by Marlene Kurland Tillie Levine, by Sondra Levine William Levine, by Sondra Levine Joel Meyer Levy, by Lois Diener Dr. Irving Littman, by Shirley Littman Joy Lunitz, by Kathi Karlin Martha Abelson Macks, by Louise Macks Herbert Leon Maltinsky, by Arnold Maltinsky

Leo Mansbach, by Irene Russel Henry Markowitz, by Elliot Dackman Louis Metzker, by Louis Kroiz Jack Miliman, by Jacob Miliman Dr. Saul Moses, by Nancy Tepper Edward Newman, by Wilma Alpert Gertrude Nudelman, by Dr. Irwin Nudelman, June Karlin Albert A. Pachino, by Hershel Pachino, Roz Shenker Brigitte Pearl, by Daniel Pearl, Michael Pearl Curt C. Pearl, by Daniel Pearl Nellie Plimack, by Elayne Berg Oscar Jack Polun, by Sheldon Polun Nathan Pristoop, by Dr. Allan Pristoop Hannah Rank, by Dr. Elliot Rank Bessie Rapoport, by Dr. Morton Rapoport Sol Reicher, by Marilyn Levin Benjamin Reisman, by Reta Freeman Mark Rosenblatt, by Dr. Susan Schehr Adolph Sandler, by Bernadine Gordon Dennis Gordon, by Bernadine Gordon Edie Sandler, by Bernadine Gordon Solomon Schechman, by Morris Schechman Harold Schnur, by Barbara Mussey Myer Schnydman, by Jacob Miliman Anne Schoen, by Ronald Schoen Harry Schoen, by Ronald Schoen David Shaffer, by Brian Shaffer Albert Shayne, by Ruth Naftaly Robert Suchman, by Arlene Fleischmann Reba Silen, by Irvin Silen Vella Silver, by Dr. Charles Geshekter, Ruth Geshekter Millward Herman Silverstein, by Judith Simkin Marilyn Smullian, by Harold Smullian Samuel W. Snitzer, by Michael Snitzer Martha Spivak, by Marsha Caplan, Anita Rozenel Blanche Stein, by Eunice Richmond Nechemia Stoler, by Charlene Schimberg Shaina Stoler, by Charlene Schimberg Leah Szmidt, by Claire Bassan, Natalie Chason Herman I. Venick, by Steven Venick Faye Wasserman, by Alvin Sellman Phillip Weiner, by Anna Jeanette Katcoff Benjamin Weintraub, by Theodore Weintraub Louis S. Yankelov, by Edith Yankelov Philip Yerman, by Michael Yerman Mendel Zemel, by Merle & Richard Kierson Julius Zerwitz, by Maureen & Howard Davidov Harry Zuckerberg, by Aaron Zuckerberg

For Our Community’s Safety...

Please note that no visitors are allowed to enter the Beth Tfiloh building during school hours. Only school and synagogue staff and school students are allowed in the building during school hours. No exceptions can be made to this policy. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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Roz & Marvin H. Weiner Family Campus 3300 Old Court Road / Baltimore, MD 21208

Non-Profit Org OCTOBER 2020 A TISHREI - CHESHVAN 5781 U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 1262 Baltimore, MD Synagogue Office 410-486-1900 Fax 410-653-0603 Schedule of Services Dial 6, 2 Information Hotline 410-413-2345

BETH TFILOH mail@btfiloh.org • www.BethTfiloh.com

BETH TFILOH CONGREGATION

Celebrating the Joy of Judaism Embracing all Jews

Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg, 410-413-2215 Hazzan Avraham Albrecht, 410-413-2212 Rabbi Chai Posner, 410-413-2219 Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev, 410-413-2316 Rabbi Chaim Wecker, Ritual Director, 410-413-2218 Don Weinapple, VP, Finance, 410-413-2291 Eve Kresin Steinberg, Executive Director, 410-413-2251 Holly Venick, Director of Synagogue Life, 410-413-2244 Cherie Brownstein, Synagogue Program Director 410-413-2220 Chana Slavaticki, Mercaz Center for Jewish Life & Learning Director, 410-413-2441 Sam Bloom, Director, Beth Tfiloh Camps, 410-517-3451 Dr. Ron Davis, President Louis Schwartz, Board Chair Bess Gilden, Chair, Synagogue Life Shelley Kaye and Anne Pfeffer, Co-Chairs, Mercaz Dr. Craig Friedman, Chair, Beth Tfiloh Camps

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Virtual Programs 2020-21

BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Switchboard: 410-486-1905 Dr. Zipora Schorr, Director of Education, 410-413-2305 Laurie Kott, Director of Admission, 410-413-2308 Allison Magat, Director of Tuition & Financial Aid, 410-413-2310 Mandi Miller, Director of Institutional Advancement, 410-413-2399 Joan Feldman, Director of Strategic Initiatives, 410-413-2312 Larry Seegull, President, Board of Trustees

• SUKKOT CELEBRATIONS • • ADULT PROGRAMMING • • JEWISH LEARNING & LIVING • • BETH TFILOH UNIVERSITY • • MERCAZ VIRTUAL LEARNING • AND SO MUCH MORE!

BULLETIN Rina Goloskov, Director of Marketing and Communications, 410-413-2369 Erin Smith, Communications Coordinator, 410-413-2322 Paul Miller, Graphic Designer, 410-413-2216