FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS...
WE WISH YOU A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR!
We extend heartfelt Shana Tova wishes to the entire community on behalf of our dear friends and supporters:
Allan and Leslie Abosh and Family
The Agbayev Family
Vanesa and Emilio Allami
Rabbi Menachem, Dvora Altein & Family
Rabbi Avrohom & Rebbetzin Brocha Altein
Abraham Amihude and Family
Barbara and Abe Anhang and Family
Bonnie Ash and Family. Rabbi Menachem and Alissa Oppen and Yehudis. Moshe Shimon and Family. Shlomo and Family. Bracha and Family
Michel and Danita Aziza & Family
Cheryl and Earl Barish
Victor & Rachel Bazov, and Family
Shana Tova from The Ben Family. We should only have good news coming in the New Year! Am Israel Chai!
Marvin and Bella Ben-Ari and Family
Karla Berbrayer and Allen Kraut and Family
Abe and Toni Berenhaut and Family
Joey Berman and Family
Jack Bidnik and Sheryl Bidnik wish all a Gebentched Yor
L’Shana Tovah tikatevu from Catalena Birek
Bonnie Blank, Sherri-Ricki and Martin Erlichman, Callie and Joshua, Diane and their son Jonah, Brandon Blank, and Sheldon Blank
Arthur Blank and Patti Cohen
Shana Tova from Clara Block & Family
Nosson and Shternie Blumes
Rena Boroditsky & Family
Kim, Jeff, Alexa, Levi and Quinton Bresler
Shana Tova from Mark and Alexandra
Broitman and Family
Morris and Leona Broder and Family wish you a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!
Meira Buchszreiber and daughter Karen
Gayle Charach & Mark Sarazen wish our Family & friends a Shanah Tovah
U’Metukah. May the year ahead bring many blessings.
Rabby Y Charytan & Mendy
Claudia and Gerardo Chernitsky
Luiz, Amanda, Immanuel, Naama and David Aron Chimanovitch. In memoriam
Shlomo Yaakov z”l
The Choresh Family
Harvey and Nessie Cogan and Family
David and Patricia Cohen and Family
Shana Tova to our Family & Friends From Simone Cohen-Scott, Children and Grandchildren
Marcia and Mitch Cosman and Family
Royle and Fiana Derbitsky and Family
David Deutscher, Heather Leonoff and Family
Diamante Family wishes Shana Tova Umetuca
Miriam & David Diamond
Marianne Dordick and Family
Ariela and Mervin Drabinsky
Shana Tova from Laila Dubinsky
Daniel and Rena Elbaze and Family
New Year’s Greetings from Nella and Michael Eskin and Family
Sharon Bronstone, Linda & Jay Filbert, Braidin Filbert & Alex Ignat
Wishing all our friends and Family a Happy and Healthy Shana Tova. Larry and Akiva Fishman, Michele Feierstein , Aidan, Tal and Hannah Fishman
Best wishes for a happy and sweet New Year from Wil & Doreen Fleisher & Family.
Shirley and Bob Freedman and Family
Sarah Friedman and Family
Marsha Friedman, Shira and Shimon Sabol and Hadara and Abba Prager
Greetings from Bonnie Geller and Family
Lionel and Mandy Gerber and Family
Benjamin and Rachel Gerstein and Jonathon (JJ)
Daniel and Nataly Gertel and Family
Laurie and Yale Gilbert and Family
David Gisser K.C., Hon. Freda Steel, and Family
The Glinter Family
Shona Tova Shimon Goldberg & Family
Anna Gail & Henry Goldfeld and Family
wish everyone a Shana Tova Umetuka
Jeff, Susan, Joshua, Rebecca, Morgan and Benjamin Goldstein
Susan Grace
Brian & Bev Greenberg & Family
Nessie & David Greenberg
Vivian Gutstadt, Julie and Roman Dascal
Dr. Norman Hechtenthal
Rabbi Boruch & Rebbetzin Chana Heidingsfield & Family
Shanah Tova from Isser Held and Family
Morris Henoch, Children and Grandchildren
Martin, Rose and Richie Herscovitch and Marina and Peter Parboji
Shana Tova Umetukah from the Hirsch Kuza Family
May you be inscribed and sealed in the Book of Life for a good and sweet new year! Shana Tova from the Hudobin Family!
Shanah Tovah! from Marion Ingram
For Peace, Nachas & Blessings this Year. Bev (OBM Morley Jacobs), Stephanie, Darwin, Morrison, Jennifer, Jonah, Elle, Adli & Mazie
Shana Tova! Jonathan and Chaya Kahanovitch
Alon and Ana Kazakevitch and the Family
Philippa, Rodney, Reuben, Ethan, Rebecca and Matan Kellen
Allan, Penny and Adam Kiesler
Edith Kimelman and Family
Wishing Health Happiness and Prosperity! Jack & Joshua Kovnats
Hillel and Sharon Kravetsky K.C.
Barbara and Rocky Kravetsky
Audrey and Daniel Kravetsky
Alex, Julie & Benji
Ralph and Miriam Kuropatwa wish our Family, our relatives, our friends, and all of Yisroel, a Shanah Tovah Umetukah
Ahava Halpern and Frank Lavitt
Shana Tova from Matthew and Nola Lazar; Ezra, Sonia, Caleb, and Zev; Yona and Eliran; Galya; and Gilon
David Leet and Family
Sid and Sharon Lerner and Family
Neal and Robyn Lerner and Family
Dr. Jack and Debbie Lipkin and Family wishing everyone a healthy, happy and peaceful Shana Tova!
Roman and Marina, Priel and Nataniel Lisak
Rochelle and Harvey Litman and Family
Myron and Symma Love and Family
Pauline Luffman and Family
Victor Wonnacott and Enid Lyons and Sara Wonnacott
Beracha and Briut to all Am Israel from the Malewicz Family
The Matzkin Family
In memory of Max and Ida Margolis and Max and Eva Ostrinsky
Shana Tova From the Mednikov Family
Florence Mendelson and Family
Cheryl and Gary Minuk and Family
Shosh & Sheldon Minuk
Yosel Minuk and Family
Wishing Everyone a Peaceful Year From the Mualem Family
Ruth Muscovitch, Heather & Susan
Nadtochayev Family Shana Tova
Wishing our Friends and Family a Healthy and Peaceful New Year to come. From Ruth and Chuck Narvey and Family
Shana Tova U’metukah from Lielle and Noah Neubarth!
Shana Tova from Beverly and Lawrence Niederhoffer
Hag Sameah from Nisanov Family!
Shanna Tova Umetukah from the Peretz Family
– Dr. David and Lindsay Peretz, Miriam and Aryeh
Michael Perl and Family
Happy New Year to Friends and Family. Shelley Pfeffer
Shana Tova from Aryeh, Miri, Aaron, and Julie Pfeffer
Ruth, Carol, and Leonard Podheiser and Family
Dr. Debbie (Devorah Gitel) Pollock, Benjamin (Binyamin Pinchus), and Lynn (Leah) Pollock wish everyone a Shanah Tovah U’metukah
Richard Pollock and Sarah McKinnon and Family
Maureen Pollock and Bryan Klein
Adam, Samantha, Benny and Goldie Pollock
Shayla Fink & Kinzey Posen and Family
Heather Pullan, Tom Frohlinger, Alexandra, Joey and Becky, and Brandon
Happy New Year! Louise and Lorne Raber; Lindsay Raber Adams and Brian Adams. Am Yisrael Chai!
Shana Tova! - Jane & Ronald Reider, Tiffany, Lucas & Lily Baird
Karen Richter and Family
Judy Rodkin and Family would like to wish the whole community Shana Tova and sending prayers for peace in Israel
Mabel Rozenblat & Roberto Fridson in our parents memory
Ruthie Rubin, Lainey, Marni, Hilary, Iris and Amelia
Larry Rubinstein
Anonymous
Sylvia and Perry Schulman and Family
Leonard Schwartz and Family
Igal & Irit Schwartz
Bonnie and Meir Serfaty
Shana Tovah - Nadine Silverman, Daniel Schwartzberg, Aviva and Ari Davis, Sequoia Bendah
Sam and Veronica Simcoff and Family
Shira Cohen and Stu Slayen and Family
Shana Tova to all Yisroel
Smilovitz - Beracha Family
Stephen, Lesley, Morgan and Hayden Smith
Harold Sosnowicz & Margot Miller & Family
Avery and Nata Spigelman, Adam, Devorah,
David and Jenny, Joshua, Connor and Logan
L’shanah Tova Bob and Julie Steinberg
Stelzer Family
Shana Tova from Debbie and Don Stern and Family
Mia Elfenbaum and Marshall Stitz and Family
Orna, Avichai and Adam Stoller
Eli Dovid and Rivkie Strasberg and Family
Michael & Lidia Sverdlov
Luis D. Szklarski, best wishes.
The Taliansky Family
Lynne and Henry Trachtenberg and Family
Anne and Kerry Trotman and Family
Wajnsztejn Family
Werdesheim Family
From A Friend
David and Lois Wolch and Family
Am Israel Chai! Sharon Wolchock
The Wolk Family
Savi & Rita Yakubov
Sharon Zalik and Gordon Kay
APRIL NISSAN - IYAR
THE SPLITTING OF THE SEA
Just one week after the miraculous exile from Egypt, the fledgling Jewish nation was in peril. The mighty Egyptian army was behind them, and the Red Sea was in front. The Jewish nation was divided. Was their independence to be so short-lived? Some advocated fighting the Egyptians, others returning to slavery in Egypt. Some wished to pray to G-d for salvation, and others were ready to throw themselves into the sea. One man began walking into the sea, and when the water reached his face, they miraculously split, allowing safe passage for the Jews. When we face challenges all around us, the lesson is to continue moving forward, one step at a time.
IYAR - SIVAN
SHAVUOT - TORAH STUDY
Shavuot celebrates G-d giving us the Torah on Mount Sinai. Over 3,000 years ago, during this pivotal moment, G-d broke the barrier between heaven and earth to gift us the Torah. This sacred text is the ultimate blueprint for life, each word layered with profound meaning and interpretation. On Shavuot, we recognize that each time we study even a single verse of the Torah, we connect deeply with G-d’s will and wisdom, becoming one with G-d Himself. The power of Torah lies in its ability to change and transform, guiding and enriching every aspect of our lives. Celebrating Shavuot, we reaffirm our commitment to Torah study and applying its lessons to our daily lives and routines.
LAG BAOMER
SIVAN - TAMMUZ
MIKVAH - FAMILY PURITY
There's a building whose construction takes precedence over a synagogue. A synagogue may even be sold to raise funds for this building. This is a mikvah, a ritual pool of water constructed according to the exact specifications outlined in Jewish law. Immersion in a mikvah has the power to spiritually transform. The primary function of the mikvah today is its use in the observance of the Jewish "Family Purity" laws. These laws have the power to sanctify the most intimate aspects of our relationships, turning them into a vehicle for sacred blessing while reinforcing the bond between husband and wife and drawing G-d's presence into their home and family, blessing their relationship with holiness and peace.
JULY
TAMMUZ - MENACHEM AV
THREE WEEKS
The Three Weeks, between the 17th of Tammuz and 9 of Av, are a period of mourning for the destruction of both holy Temples in Jerusalem. Yet, within this sorrow lies a profound opportunity for spiritual growth. Although there are specific mourning practices during this time, our focus should be on learning about and preparing for the coming of Moshiach. Our study of the Torah, especially the teachings on redemption, transforms our loss and sorrow into hope and action for a better tomorrow. By enhancing our mitzvot, acts of kindness, and deepening our connection to Hashem, we actively participate in the ultimate healing and transformation of the world. This period is not meant to be merely about remembering the past but also about paving the way for a future of global peace through the coming of Moshiach.
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Shabbat
AUGUST
MENACHEM AV - ELUL
HOLY TEMPLE
The Beit Hamikdash, the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, was the spiritual heart of the Jewish people and a space that symbolized our deepest connection to Hashem. Its destruction on the 9th of Av, first by the Babylonians and later by the Romans, makes this day the saddest on our Jewish calendar. The day of Tisha B'Av is observed with fasting, mourning, prayer, and reflection on our immense loss. The Temple was not just a physical structure but a place where the Divine Presence rested, a physical home for G-d here in this world. Its loss signifies a rupture in our direct spiritual connection. Yet our sages teach us that within each of our homes and hearts, we can build our own miniature Temples, a home for G-d. How can we ensure that our homes are places where G-d feels welcome?
SEPTEMBER
ELUL – TISHREI 5787
THE POMEGRANATE
It is customary to eat pomegranates on Rosh Hashanah, because their many seeds reminds us of the many Mitzvot that we do. There is however, a deeper explanation. When we eat a pomegranate, we disregard the peel and only eat the sweet fruit inside. So too we are asking G-d, that He should disregard our “peel,” our external appearances. Instead, we ask that He focus on our “sweet fruit,” our desire within us to to connect with Him.
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Yahrtzeit of Adam Anhang
of Rebbetzin Altein Yahrtzeit of Ian Dordick
Yahrtzeit of Irving Bricker
of Eliyahu Mizrahi
Yahrtzeit of Fred Kravetsky High Holiday
Yahrtzeit of Phil Rubin
Kol Nidrei Services Yom Kippur Services
Yahrtzeit of the Rebbe Maharash Yahrtzeit of Ron Shefer Max (Ron ben Uri)
Yahrtzeit of Bernie Goldstein
Yahrtzeit of Sonia Schnitzer Yahrtzeit of Zainvil Gutstadt (Sigmundo)
Yahrtzeit of Clara Steadman Truth & Reconciliation Day
JEWISH HOLIDAYS 5787
DECEMBER 2026
SHABBAT
1. HOW TO: It starts with one light. Add a candle for your spouse, and if you’re a mother, one for each child. A girl over the age of three may (with help from Mom) light her own candle.
Before kindling the candles (exact time is mentioned in the bottom of each calendar box), we think of those less fortunate and put a coin in a charity box.
2. LIGHT A CANDLE. After the candles are lit, the woman covers her eyes with her hands and recites the following blessing:
3. THE BLESSING: Baruch ata Adonay Eloheinu melech haolam asher kideeshanu bimitzvotav vitzivanoo lihadleek ner shel Shabat Kodesh.
TRANSLATION: Blessed are you, L-rd our G-d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the light of the Holy Shabbat.
4. SAY A PRAYER. The moments immediately after reciting the blessing, while the woman’s eyes are still covered, are an extremely auspicious time for her to offer a private prayer for anything her heart desires. It is customary to use this special time to appeal to G-d for children who will glow with the radiance of the Torah, and that He light up the world with the light of the Redemption.
Candles are lit to honor the Jewish Festivals, on which different blessing are recited. For the appropriate blessing use the third column of the chart. On the onset of the Holiday light a 48 hour candle to assist in lighting the holiday candles the next night.
CANDLE LIGHTING
DATE HOLIDAY BLESSING
Sep 22 Rosh Hashana Begins (Sunset) ***1 & 4
Sep 23 Rosh Hashana Day 1 **1 & 4
Sep 24 Rosh Hashana Day 2
Oct. 1 Yom Kippur Begins (Sunset) *2 & 4
Oct. 2 Yom Kippur
Oct. 6 Sukkot Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
Oct. 7 Sukkot Day 1 **3 & 4
Oct. 8 Sukkot Day 2
Oct. 13 Shemini Atzeret Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
Oct. 14 Shemini Atzeret **3 & 4
Oct. 15 Simchat Torah
Dec. 14 Chanukah Begins (Sunset)
Dec. 22 Chanukah Ends (Nightfall)
March 2 Purim Begins (Sunset)
March 3 Purim Day
April 1 Pesach Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
April 2 Pesach Day 1 **3 & 4
April 3 Pesach Day 2
April 7 Final Days of Pesach Begin (Sunset) ***3
April 8 Pesach Day 7 **3
April 9 Pesach Day 8
May 21 Shavuot Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
May 22 Shavuot Day 1 ****3 & 4
May 23 Shavuot Day 2
Baruch Atoh Ado-noi Elo-heinuMelech Hoolom Asher
1 2 3 4
Kideshanu Bemitzvotav Vitzvivonu Lehadlik Ner Shel [Fridays add: Shabat vishel] Yom Hazikaron
Baruch Atoh Ado-noi Elo-heinuMelech Hoolom Asher Kideshanu Bemitzvotav Vitzvivonu Lehadlik Ner Shel [Fridays add: Shabat vishel] Yom HaKipurim
Baruch Atoh Ado-noi Elo-heinuMelech Hoolom Asher Kideshanu Bemitzvotav Vitzvivonu Lehadlik Ner Shel [Fridays add: Shabat vishel] Yom Yom Tov
Baruch Atah Adonoi Eloiheinu Melech haolam shehecheeyanu v’kiyimanu vihigiyanu lizman hazeh.
Do not light after sunset
Light after the time indicated from a prelit flame
