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Spring 2019
SEMESTER CATALOG
THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY Facebook.com/JewishBU @ChabadBU
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WELCOME
Dear Friend, Welcome to Spring ’19 at BU. Along with the snow, expect a perfect storm of fabulous events, huge celebrations, thought provoking speakers, meaningful social service opportunities, an eclectic and extensive group of class offerings, and great fun. If you take a look through this guide you’ll quickly see that at Chabad there is something for everyone, and if there’s something you want to do that’s not listed please don’t hesitate to let us know; we’re always adding more events to what we have already listed. Remember, Chabad is about you. If there is any way at all that we can be of help please don’t hesitate to ask. And if there is something you want to add to the mix, please step forward and we’ll help you make it happen! We’re looking forward to enjoying a stellar semester with you all! For your convenience, you can download this semester’s Chabad events to your personal calendar at: www.JewishBU.com/GoogleCal and download the Chabad App for the Android phone at bit.ly/ChabadBUApp. If you are not already receiving e-mail messages from Chabad, hurry and join our mailing list by writing info@JewishBU.com so we can keep you in the loop. And don’t forget to join us on Facebook (Facebook.com/JewishBU), Instagram (@ChabadBU), Twitter (@JewishBU) and Snapchat (@bingchabad) to stay up to date and never miss a heartbeat at Chabad.
SEE YOU AT CHABAD!
TABLE OF CONTENTS CELEBRATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 10, 23, 25-27 EDUCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9, 16, 20 RECREATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7, 18-19, 22 SOCIAL ACTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 24 MAIN EVENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12, 17, 23, 25, 26 SHABBAT DOWNTOWN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Front Cover Photo Credit: Jonathan Cohen / Binghamton University 2
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LEADERSHIP
THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER for Jewish Student Life at BU
at Binghamton 420 MURRAY HILL RD., VESTAL, NY 13850
DIRECTORS
Rabbi Aaron and Rivkah Slonim aslonim@JewishBU.com rslonim@JewishBU.com
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Rabbi Zalman and Rochel Chein zchein@JewishBU.com rchein@JewishBU.com
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PROGRAMMING AND DEVELOPMENT Rabbi Levi and Hadasa Slonim lslonim@JewishBU.com hslonim@JewishBU.com
E-BOARD PRESIDENT: Ori Karudo VICE PRESIDENT: Brianna Perris MAJOR PROGRAMS COORDINATOR: Shiraz Otani TREASURER: Michael Khaldarov SOCIAL CHAIR: Amanda Heisler
EDUCATION CHAIR: Matt Khanyan SECRETARY: Chaim Simon PUBLIC RELATIONS: Ariel Gidon GREEK LIASON: Hannah Wild
G-BOARD Rachel Ahdoot Leael Alishahian Matthew Benak Yael Berger Hannah Blas Benjamin Carleton Jonathan Eliassian Shira Ellenbogen Simone Finkelstein Daniel Gabel
Justin Glickman Maddy Gold Tova Goldfischer Arielle Goldschmidt Hannah Greenwald Rebecca Grossman Kerry Gunter Carly Heitner Hannah Hoff Jacob Horowitz
COMMITTEES SHABBAT* Carolyn Albom Hannah Blas Miriam Blumenthal Malkah Chu Arielle Goldschmidt Gilad Greenstein Idan Greenstein Rebecca Harris Barrie Miller Isabelle Sehati Hannah Siegel Chaim Simon Amanda Zucker
GIRLS NITE Allison Adler Leael Alishahian Lauren Levine Alyssa Levy Randi Traison Arielle Wenig BOYS NITE OUT Robert Ades Justin Glickman Idan Greenstein Dainel Jacobson Jacob Smigel
Hannah Hudes Malka Iskowitz Daniel Jacobson Eden Janfar Matan Karudo Danielle Kinches Laura Koszer Lauren Levine Alyssa Levy Eliana Lubofsky
GABAIM
Daniel Jacobson Camren Vilinsky
CHABAD INTERNS Maasim Tovim Eve Tilem CHICKEN SOUP EXPRESS Shelli Cohen
Jonah Maryles Dalia Mermelstein Jacob Richman Ayelet Rosenbloom Jonathan Rubin Gabriel Shore Jacob Smigel Arielle Wenig Eric Zucker Lior Zweig
JEWISH GREEK ALLIANCE AEPHI: Yakira Markovich DPhiE: Ariel Jacobs Phi Sig: Emily Lahm Phi Mu: Emily Watson Ley SDT: Jasmine Yahoudaee Sigma AEPI: Jessica Senzer AEPI: Matt Benak Chi Phi: Ori Goldring PIKE: Jack Lubin Pi Lam: Jake Gaon SAE: Bradley Lowy
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RITUAL OBSERVANCE RESOURCES DAILY SERVICES
Become a Minyanaire
Begin your day with Davening (prayer) from the heart in a warm, comfortable environment.
Services Begin 7:30am Monday-Friday, 9:30am on Sundays Enjoy a cereal breakfast after services. Start your day with a q uick Torah boost. Join us for ten minutes of Mishna study following Minyan each morning.
Join the Living Torah Bagel Brunch held every Sunday following services. Daily Minchah / Maariv services 15 minutes before sunset
KASHERING YOUR KITCHEN / TEVILAT KEILIM
MEZUZAH & TEFILLIN BANK Guys, Gals, need a Mezuzah for your dorm or apartment? Guys, need a pair of Tefillin? We can hook you up! Contact Rabbi Levi at lslonim@JewishBU.com To get your own Mezuzah visit: www.JewishBU.com/MezuzahBank.
Moved into a new apartment / house and need assistance Kashering your kitchen (making it Kosher)? Visit JewishBU.com/Kashering and JewishBU.com/KelimMikvah for more info.
THE SHALOM STAIMAN BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY ERUV The Shalom Staiman Eruv encircles the Binghamton University campus, off campus housing, the Marriott Residence Hotel and adjacent areas in Vestal. An Eruv needs to be inspected weekly to make sure it is fully operational. Sections of an Eruv can be impacted by the elements and may need to be reconstructed. For a map of the Eruv and its weekly status visit: Facebook.com/BUEruv or to receive SMS alerts to your phone text bueruv to 84483 To join the Eruv Checking Committee visit: JewishBU.com/EruvCommittee 4
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Shabbat at Chabad
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Join hundreds of students weekly for unforgettable experience!
SERVICES 6:00PM
Student led spirited Kabbalat Shabbat services featuring divrei Torah and hot Kiddush snacks.
DINNER 7:20PM
Enjoy a free full-course, home-cooked dinner, songs, sumptuous dessert buffet, friendships and laughs.
SHABBAT DAY SERVICES BEGIN 9:30AM SHABBAT LUNCH 12:15PM
by prior reservation by text: Signup to get text alerts at: JewishBU.com/ShabbatLunchRSVPText
NEW THIS SEMESTER: Pop-Up Shabbat 2/8 & 3/1
Shabbat Downtown LIVE DOWNTOWN?
Join Chabad's dinners at their new location: 95 Court Street. See page 21 for dates and times ROHR CHABAD CENTER I 420 Murray Hill Road I (607) 797-0015 I www.JewishBU.com
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BE A PART OF IT CHABAD CAFÉ
Serving pizza with a large variety of toppings, fresh soups, falafel, knishes, pretzels, salad, fries, and more. FREE ON-CAMPUS DELIVERY on Thursdays with a $10 order minimum. Orders must be placed before 4:30pm. -We accept Venmo -Watch for our weekly specials!
Mondays and Thursdays: 6:00-7:30pm Saturday Nights: Check Facebook page for exact times For special orders call before 4pm: (607)-797-0015 ext. 205.
THE METROPOLIS DELI
Check out the “Metropolis Deli; Offering the World’s Finest Sandwiches.”
Open every Tuesday evening, 6:00-7:00pm at Chabad. The quality of a metropolitan styled deli in the deep suburbs of Binghamton.
STUDY HALL
LOOKING FOR QUIET AND COMFORT SO YOU CAN ACE THAT TEST? The Chabad Center has it all: comfortable couches, desks, computers, WIFI equipped, and coffee and cookies in endless supply.
CHICKEN SOUP EXPRESS
FEELING DOWN? SICK? A LITTLE BLUE?
Contact Chabad for some chicken soup & TLC to pick you right up, at: JewishBU.com/Soup
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BE A PART OF IT GIVE ME A BAKE!
Join us for monthly fun baking in the kitchen! Lookout for info on special monthly flavors of Challah and more.
JANUARY Tuesday the 29th, 7:30pm: Challah Bake FEBRUARY Tuesday the 26th: Challah Bake MARCH Sunday the 10th: Hamantashen Bake* APRIL Monday the 29th: Challah Bake *Some of the Hamantashen will be delivered to residents in nursing homes and patients in hospitals.
MASTERCHEF: TORAH EDITION AN EDU"CAKE�TION EVENT This fun and competitive evening will test your Torah knowledge and baking skills!
Saturday, February 16th, 7:30pm To RSVP www.JewishBU.com/masterchef
SHOW AND TELL One Saturday night each month, a thought provoking documentary film will be screened followed by a discussion.
February 2, March 9 and April 13 Time and movie titles TBA
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TORAH TENT TORAH TAKEOUT Want to add Torah to your week? The Chabad staff is ready to study with you! Choose a topic that interests you, and a time and location that fit your schedule, and we will arrange to study what, when, with whom, and where you want! To get started visit www.JewishBU.com/Takeout
SUPPER AND STUDY EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING DELICIOUS DINNER 7:00PM STUDY SESSION 7:30-8:30PM
BEIT MIDRASH
Study any aspect of Judaism, with a buddy, at your own pace. Learn something new. Teach something new. Explore texts together in a warm, non judgmental, dynamic environment. Come with a friend or we can help you find the right study partner. www.JewishBU.com/SupperAndStudy, or contact Rabbi Chein at zchein@JewishBU.com
WEEKLY CLASSES Pizza and Parsha Thursdays, 6:30 PM
Soup and Spirit Friday afternoons
Hilchot Niddah
FOR WOMEN ONLY
Advanced Talmud Hebrew Reading Crash Course Chassidus Unlocked Hilchot Niddah for the Man in You 8
Between the Letters & the lines; Rashi Sichos Lunch ‘N Learn
Mondays, 12:15pm C4 (Dickinson side)
Introductory Talmud Extreme Gemara Challenge Masechet Megillah
The Rebbe’s Sichos Dates and times of classes to be determined by interested participants. To join any of these classes or for more info visit: www.JewishBU.com/Torah
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TORAH TENT
is a unique program offering focused mini courses aimed at exploring new realms of Jewish thought and philosophy. Whether it’s Jewish history, ethics or digging beneath the surface of our rituals and traditions, jLearn focuses on the “why” and the “how” of Judaism. Participate in a course that interests YOU. Upon registering, you will be asked to list your time preferences. Class times will be scheduled to accommodate interested participants. All
classes will begin during the week of February 11th.
CHOOSE FROM: SOUL TREK Mrs. Rivkah Slonim For people interested in matters of identity, purpose and existence. What do Jews believe about Heaven, Hell, Reincarnation, Transmigration and Resurrection? Explore what Judaism teaches about where souls come from, what they are doing in this world and where they go from here. Four sessions: 75 minutes each
TOUR THE TEMPLE Rabbi Zalman Chein For 830 years, there stood an edifice upon a Jerusalem hilltop which served as the point of contact between heaven and earth. What was the Temple all about? What were its functions and what did it actually look like? Take a tour through the Holy Temple, walk through its corridors and discover the marvels of G-d’s dwelling place in our world. Five sessions: 60 minutes each
THE FESTIVALS IN JEWISH LAW: A TALMUDIC TAKE Rabbi Zalman Chein Take a deeper look at the festivals and their Mitzvot that we encounter each year. Comb through the Talmud and the codifiers in this text-based class. Six sessions: 60 minutes each
HE LOVES ME, HE LOVES ME NOT Mrs. Rivkah Slonim In this age of friends, benefits, and hookups, are real relationships still possible? What does the ancient wisdom of Judaism have to offer us on this topic, today? Find out in this "for women only" course. Four sessions: 60 minutes each
MATTERS OF LIFE AND DEATH JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS Mrs. Rivkah Slonim This course will present an in-depth, textbased study and discussion of the Halachic sources on issues such as contraception, abortion, selected reproductive technologies and organ transplantation. Six sessions: 85 minutes each
WHO’S WHO: JEWISH SAGES THROUGH THE AGES Rabbi Zalman Chein You’ve heard the names, but who are they? How have they formed Jewish law and traditions as we know them today? Learn about Rashi, Rosh, Rif, Ramban, Rambam, Rashba, Ibn Ezra and many more. Five sessions: 60 minutes each
STRENGTH AND STRUGGLE FASCINATING SAGAS OF OUR PROPHETS Mrs. Rivkah Slonim In this course we unlock the secrets of great character by exploring some of the most dramatic narratives and inspiring personalities in all of history. These thrilling tales of judges, kings, and prophets, including David, Ruth and Elijah, reach into the essence of the human condition. These heroes and antiheroes teach us eternal lessons of struggle and triumph, courage and humility, hope and resilience. Six sessions: 85 minutes each YOUR KOSHER KITCHEN Rabbi Zalman Chein A hot piece of pasta with cheese fell into my meat pot, what should I do? Which greens can I buy? Can I serve Chulent directly from my crockpot? Can I dice vegetables on Shabbat? Find out the answers to these questions and more and become comfortable in your kosher kitchen. Text-based study and hands-on experience. Five sessions: 60 minutes each
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HOLIDAYS TU B’SHVAT SEDER Monday, January 21, 7:30pm Join Chabad in celebrating Tu B’shvat with a seder drawing on Kabbalistic traditions, featuring a cornucopia of delicious fruits and inspiring insights. To RSVP or for more info visit JewishBU.com/15shvatfest
PRE-PURIM CHABURAH Enjoy student-led exploration of Purim themes, a light dinner and Purim treats!
Tuesday, March 12th, 7-8pm To RSVP visit www.JewishBU.com/YomIyun
PRE-PESACH SEMINAR
Come find out all you need to know about Passover observance on campus and beyond.
Wednesday, April 10
Dinner at 7:00 PM, Seminar at 7:30 PM For more information or to submit your questions, please contact Rabbi Chein at zchein@JewishBU.com
PASSOVER Join us for warm services and scrumptious meals on the last days of Passover
Thursday, April 25, 7:30pm Friday, April 26, 9:30am Friday, April 26, 6:30pm Saturday, April 27, 9:30am
SEUDAT MOSHIACH
Saturday, April 27, 7:00pm
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MAIN EVENT
Welcome Back with
Soup and Salad Soiree
Start the Spring Semester off right. See all your best friends (and the rest of the world), find out what’s happening at Chabad this semester and enjoy great food.
Wednesday, January 23, 6:00pm* at the Rohr Chabad Center, 420 Murray Hill Rd. (a few minute walk from Newing) *Sushi will be served until 7:30pm
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MAIN EVENT
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THE GREAT DEBATE On the timeless and timely raging controversy
LATKES VS HAMANTASHEN
Come listen and bear witness some of the greatest scholars from among BU faculty take to the podium and settle this matter for all time.
Tuesday, February 19, 2019 | 7:30pm Sponsored by Oy Gavald Think Tank At Binghamton University
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BE A PART OF IT
NEVER HAD A BAR/BAT MITZVAH? IT’S NOT TOO LATE! That’s what the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Bash is all about. If you or someone you know have not yet celebrated his/her Bar or Bat Mitzvah, contact Rabbi Levi right away at lslonim@JewishBU.com and join other BU students who will mark this occasion with a meaningful and fun-filled celebration. No previous background necessary.
YESHIVA ROAD TRIP MORRISTOWN YESHIVA
Join us for a weekend of inspiration, Torah study and bonding in Yeshiva in Morristown, NJ. For men only.
Date TBA For more information, please contact Rabbi Chein at zchein@jewishBU.com
TRIP TO THE REBBE’S OHEL Join a group of students on a Sunday this semester for a special visit to the Ohel, the resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, in Queens, NY, as well as a quick visit to Crown Heights in Brooklyn, NY. Interested participants contact Rabbi Levi: lslonim@JewishBU.com
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SEMESTER HIGHLIGHTS @ A GLANCE Weekly Ongoing Programs & Events
Living Torah Bagel Brunch 10:15-10:45am
Chabad Cafe 6:00 - 7:30pm
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SUMMER BREAK OPPORTUNITIES
Make Your Summer Break Last a Lifetime!
BIRTHRIGHT TRIPS TO ISRAEL If you are Jewish and have never visited Israel on an educational program, you can join a tenday, fun filled and inspiring tour of Israel, with that special flavor you get only with Chabad. For free! This trip is a gift of birthright Israel. To register visit: www.MayanotIsrael.com or www.JewishBU.com/Birthright
MAKE ISRAEL YOUR CLASSROOM! FOR ONLY $199 STUDY IN JERUSALEM THIS SUMMER For more details speak to any member of the Chabad staff. Apply for this astounding scholarship at www.mayanot.edu/application.asp
ONWARD ISRAELINKS 2 months internship of Learning and Adventure in our Homeland! Only $500. Students responsible for their trip to Israel, scholarships available. Apply at: https://onwardisrael.org/programs/ chabad-israel-links/
JSF: EARN WHILE YOU LEARN A five-week Jewish experience that enables you to taste Jewish living with a focus on study. Join world renowned scholars in the pastoral beauty of New York’s Catskill Mountains and receive a stipend of up to $2000.
WONDERING WHICH PROGRAM IS FOR YOU? Apply at myjsf.org LOOKING FOR MORE INFO? CONTACT US AT INFO@JEWISHBU.COM
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JUST FOR WOMEN Don’t miss the event of the year!
FASHION
For a Cure
THIS YEAR’S THEME:
EMPOWERED WOMEN
• Luscious Dessert Spread • Fabulous Fashion Show • Semi Formal Attire, black, pink and teal only • Entertainment • Great Raffle Prizes
THURSDAY MARCH 28 7:30PM
at the Chabad Center Pre-Show cocktail hour for seniors 7:00pm
$7 general admission, $10 Senior ticket includes Cocktail party. Both tickets include one raffle ticket. All proceeds from the program will benefit SHARSHERET, a nationwide nonprofit organization that provides support and services to women battling breast and ovarian cancer. Sponsored by Chabad and SDT Get all your friends and family to donate to this great cause at
www.Jewishbu.com/fashion4cure
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FOR THE GALS Join BU’s Jewish women for programming in honor of Rosh Chodesh that is fun, innovative and stimulating, not to mention delicious.
To RSVP or for more info visit: www.JewishBU.com/GNO
SPA NIGHT
Girls Nite Out
CELEBRATING ROSH CHODESH ADAR I
Tuesday, February 5, 7:30pm RELAX, RENEW, RECHARGE Relax with a massage Renew with a manicure, Recharge with delicious healthy munchies.
SHABBAT IN 30
CELEBRATING ROSH CHODESH ADAR II
Thursday, March 7, 7:30pm Learn valuable techniques to cooking Shabbat dinner from Soup to Sorbet in 30 minutes! Learn these valuable techniques and enjoy the fruit of your labor.
CERAMIC MUG PAINTING
CELEBRATING ROSH CHODESH NISSAN
Monday, April 8, 7:30pm EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY! Paint your very own, one of a kind ceramic mug to be used for many years to come.
The Women’s Tish
Songs, stories, soulful bonding, plus tea and nosh, of course! Don't Miss!
February 1, March 1, March 29, May 3
Ladies Night
Friday, March 8, 6:30pm
Fabulous decor, luscious menu and a thought provoking presentation by Rivky on:
BATH, BED AND BEYOND.
A frank discussion for mature, inquisitive women about love and intimacy in Judaism Pre- Shabbat Spirit Party for Seniors at 5:15pm followed by Candle Lighting at 5:40pm followed immediately by Kabbalat Shabbat. This special evening is by reservation only (strictly enforced) at www.JewishBU.com/LadiesNite 18
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FOR THE GUYS
Boys Nite Out Enjoy some good old fashioned male bonding at Chabad’s Boys Nite Out including an outing to a Devil’s game, cholent making and more!
DATES AND DETAILS TBA - STAY TUNED!
MEN'S NIGHT - CROSSFIRE
STUMP THE RABBIS; NO QUESTION TOO CONTROVERSIAL Friday, March 8, 6:30pm (following Shabbat dinner) The Rabbis of Chabad take the stage to provide on-the-spot answers to your most difficult questions.
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SPECIAL SHABBATONS DON’T BLINK!!! THE WORLD IS CHANGING FAST! Friday - Saturday, February 15-16 With pre-eminent expert of Jewish Medical Ethics, Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Bioethics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Friday night after dinner: AM I MY SISTER’S KEEPER? Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD), organ donation, the rights of a minor, the definition of death and more. Shabbat day after Mincha: LET'S REWRITE THE SHULCHAN ARUCH: THE IMPACT OF CUTTING EDGE MEDICINE ON THE PERFORMANCE OF MITZVOT The impact of advances including gender selection, genetics, mitochondrial DNA transfer, surrogate motherhood, uterus transplantation, artificial reproductive seed, and ectogenesis.
STRETCHING THE JEWISH TENT TO INCLUDE EVERYONE Saturday, February 9 With Mr. Howard Blas, journalist, Director of the Tikvah Program at Camp Ramah in Northern California, and teacher of Jewish studies and Bar/Bat Mitzvah lessons for students with a range of "special circumstances." In conjunction with JDAIM (Jewish disability awareness and inclusion month) , Mr. Blas will present a fascinating and eye opening report from the "trenches" on initiatives offered towards this end through Jewish camping, the IDF, birthright trips and Friendship Circle.
SHABBAT WITH THE Y-STUDS! Saturday, April 6 Following their appearance at Shabbat 1800 on Friday evening, enjoy a singular Kabbalat Shabbat service. And don’t miss Shachrit, Musaf & Zemirot at lunch led by the Y-Studs.
JUSTICE IS BLIND Friday-Saturday, May 3-4 Blind from birth, Richard Bernstein is a Michigan Supreme Court Justice who has single handedly changed the landscape of legal rights accorded to the disabled in the US. An avid athlete, Richard has completed 17 marathons – including seven New York City marathons. He also co-hosts a one-hour legal radio show called “Fighting for Justice” with Pulitzer Prize winner Angelo Henderson.
GOODBYE SHABBATON Friday, May 10, 6:00pm Don’t miss the most special Shabbat of the year! Cocktails and hot hors d’oeuvres at 6pm, senior picture at 6:30pm, services at 7pm followed by dinner and senior presentations. 20 ROHR CHABAD CENTER I 420 Murray Hill Road I (607) 797-0015 I www.JewishBU.com
SHABBAT DOWNTOWN WITH CHABAD At 95 Court Street
Live downtown? Join Shabbat dinners with Chabad at 95 Court Street. You can expect the same delicious home cooked dinner and spirit of Chabad - downtown.
February 1 & 15 March 1 & 29 April 12 May 3 Kabbalat Shabbat Services 7pm Dinner 7:30pm at Binghamton
INAUGURAL SHABBAT
CHABAD DOWNTOWN DEDICATION
Don’t miss the first Shabbat at our new location at 95 Court (entrance from court street)! Look out for details, including special celebratory menu and more.
Join us in inaugurating Chabad’s satellite location in downtown Binghamton. 95 Court Street is the new home for Chabad’s bi-weekly Shabbat services and meals as well as other weekly events for downtown Jews.
Friday, February 1 7pm
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BE A PART OF IT PLANET 3T - EXTREME AIR PARK Monday, February 11, 7:30pm Join us for an evening of extreme fun and energy. Subsidized price, transportation provided.
COMPETITION SHABBAT Thursday & Saturday February 22 & 24 Compete in the Tenth Annual Dessert Bake Off and/or the Tenth Annual Cholent Cook Off or just enjoy this special weekend of spectacular talent and delicious taste. For details and to enter the competition visit: www.JewishBU.com/Competition
WATER PONG TOURNAMENT Friday, April 12 following Shabbat dinner GREAT FUN. GREAT VIBE. GREAT PRIZES FOR WINNERS
7th Annual
Watch facebook for info on forming teams. To RSVP and join a team visit www.JewishBU.com/WaterPong
MIDNIGHT MADNESS BREAKFAST Take a break from studying for your finals.
Tuesday, May 14, 10:30pm Bagels, Shmears, Pancakes, Omelets & Smoothies.
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MAIN EVENT
PURIM CARNIVAL MONDAY, MARCH 11 8:00PM - EVENTS CENTER • GREAT GAMES • OUTRAGEOUS RIDES & ATTRACTIONS • FABULOUS FOOD • THE POPULAR BATTLE OF THE BANDS
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Hot Dog Eating contest! Cream Pie Eating contest! Prizes for best costumes! Free Hamantashen ‘til you bust. To donate towards the Purim Carnival Charity Drive prize drawing and for more info visit www.JewishBU.com/Purim2019 ROHR CHABAD CENTER I 420 Murray Hill Road I (607) 797-0015 I www.JewishBU.com 23
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
THE DR. BARRY J. RAFF
MAASIM TOVIM FOUNDATION Join Chabad’s newly expanded Mitzvah Corp and experience the joy of bringing cheer and assistance to others. Each week volunteers will visit Jewish patients in area hospitals, residents in adult care facilities and shut-ins. Volunteers will also make special pre-holiday visitations. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Eve Zvulun, coordinator at:
ezvulun1@binghamton.edu
COOKING IS FUN! Come on over and help cook for Shabbat and holidays, prepare salads and more for a few hundred hungry BU students (no prior experience necessary) and meet some really cool and committed people.
EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON/EVENING Please call (607) 797-0015 to volunteer or just show up to the Chabad Kitchen.
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Do something really special. Celebrate Shabbat with 1,799 of your closest friends! This year bigger and better than ever!
PROGRAM BEGINS 6:00pm
Free delicious food, fantastic spirit & songs, and great fun. You don’t want to miss this! Register your spot or host a table of friends at:
www.Shabbat1800.com Shabbat 1800 is brought to you by the Rohr Chabad Center for Jewish Student Life at Binghamton University Shabbat 1000 (1800 in Binghamton) is a National Chabad on Campus Initiative
To register your spot, scan:
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FOR OUR GRADUATES SAY GOOD-BYE IN STYLE At the Elegant Wine and Cheese Reception for our graduates (and their special guests).
Wednesday, May 15, 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm) RSVP necessary: www.JewishBU.com/WineandCheese
Graduation Weekend
CHABAD WILL HOST SERVICES AND DINNER FOR OUR GRADUATES AND THEIR FAMILIES
Friday, May 17, 7:30pm Services begin 6:30pm followed by dinner
Saturday, May 18 Services begin 9:30am followed by lunch and Mincha Seudat Shlishit 7:30pm followed by Maariv and Havdallah To reserve for meals, visit www.JewishBU.com/Graduation
GRADUATION DAY CHABAD INVITES GRADUATES AND THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS TO AN OPEN HOUSE BRUNCH
Sunday, May 19 10:00am-3:00pm To reserve, visit www.JewishBU.com/Graduation
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