Shelanu Issue 2

shelanu VOLUME XXXIV • ISSUE 2

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2018 • HESHVAN/KISLEV/TEVET 5779

“People will always remember you

for the kind of person you are, not just what you do on the floor. ~ Aly Raisman

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Feature Story on Pages 8 & 9

Senior Staff

Robert A. Silvers Senior Rabbi

Rony S. Keller

Senior Associate Rabbi

Allison B. Cohen Assistant Rabbi

Cantor David Muchnick Cantor

Sarah Freudenberger Associate Cantor

Steve Allen

Executive Director

Linda B. Harris

Director of Lifelong Learning Director of Early Childhood Education

Kim Beame Director of Religious Education

Richard D. Agler, DD Rabbi Emeritus

Executive Committee

Jeffrey Cannon

President president@cbiboca.org

David Hollander

VP Financial & Asset Management vpfinance@cbiboca.org

Robyn Rubinoff

VP Education vpeducation@cbiboca.org

Stanley Silber

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JEFFREY CANNON

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STEVE ALLEN 6 CANTOR DAVID MUCHNICK

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VP of Communications vpcommunications@cbiboca.org

Board of Trustees

Andrea Cannon Peter Davidson Ira Ginsberg Susi Glatt Eric Handis Joshua Krut Sharon Landau Rachel Fallet-Lax

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David Ogman Adam Shapiro Bonnie Shimel Rachel Smith Jason Solodkin Sean Tibor Jeff Young Ronna Young Jeff Zadoff

Susan Mayer

VP Membership vpmembership@cbiboca.org

Robin Siegal

Immediate Past President immediatepastpresident@cbiboca.org

Dara Siegel

VP Administration vpadministration@cbiboca.org VP Strategic & Long Range Planning vpstrategicplanning@cbiboca.org

Past Presidents Robin Siegal Gary Weiner Phil Nadel Sue Goldman Leslie Kantor Renée Nadel Peter Weintraub Melvin Kalfus z"l David Kantor Joseph Wasch Joel S. Nadel z"l

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Honorary Members

CBI INSPIRES 18-19 B'NAI MITZVAH

James Cohen

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Larry Feldman Douglas Feurring

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Shalom Everyone!

Not long ago, we were sitting at synagogue reflecting on our year.

We spent a whole month prior to the High Holidays beginning our introspection and then began the Jewish year of 5779 with Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We sought out the sounds of the shofar to awaken us from our slumber and dipped apples in honey to begin the year with sweetness. Shortly after, we bore our souls asking God for atonement. We engaged in fasting and thoughtful reflection while we hoped that our prayers, repentance, and tzedakah might temper God’s decree. Then, we entered the happiest holiday on the Jewish calendar: Sukkot. We built our temporary dwellings, looked up at the sky through our leafy roofs, and waved the lulav and etrog.

Finally, we ended our High Holidays by dancing around the syna-

gogue at Simchat Torah, where we ended and immediately began the Torah again. Throughout all of this time we looked inwardly and attempted to fulfill the commandments prescribed to us by God. Now that we are well-past those more focused opportunities to engage in reflection and tzedakah, how are we doing? The High Holidays are barely in the rear-view mirror; have we started to fulfill any of resolutions we promised ourselves?

Well, the good news is that we have plenty of opportunities to re-engage with those ideas to improve ourselves and our community! In the coming months we will have many chances to help support CBI and the whole community around us. We will continue to have opportunities to engage in tzedakah.

The challenge is of course taking the time out of our busy schedules to give of our time, energy and money. Once someone made the decision to give, then it was up to that person to decide how they want give.

That's why both giving tzedakah and the manner in which we do it are equally important.

Let’s not let all of our hard work from the High Holy Days go to waste. Let's find ways to act and engage in tzedakah!

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Shabbat Services

Friday Evening Shabbat Services Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary November 2:

6:00 PM Pre-Nosh 6:30 PM Shabbat Service & Birthday Blessings

November 9:

7:30 PM Shabbat Service

November 16:

7:30 PM Shabbat Service

November 23:

7:30 PM Shabbat Service

November 30:

6:00 PM Pre-Nosh 6:30 PM Shabbat Service

December 7:

6:00 PM Pre-Nosh 6:30 PM Shabbat of Light Service & Birthday Blessings

December 14:

7:30 PM Shabbat Service

December 21:

7:30 PM Shabbat Service

December 28:

6:00 PM Pre-Nosh 6:30 PM Shabbat Service

Saturday Shabbat Services November 3: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 10:00 AM Shabbat Service/Bar Mitzvah of Samuel Dubman Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

5:30 PM Shabbat Service/Bat Mitzvah of Leah Krut Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

November 10: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 4:45 PM Shabbat Service/Bat Mitzvah of Margo Segal Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

November 17: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 10:00 AM Shabbat Service/Bar Mitzvah of Jake Smith Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

November 24: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 4:45 PM Shabbat Service/Bat Mitzvah of Julia Weprin Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

December 1: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 4:45 PM Shabbat Service/Bat Mitzvah of Rya Avivi Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

December 8: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 10:00 AM Shabbat Service/Bar Mitzvah Max Fleisher Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

Mazel Tov to our members Penny and Craig Laufer on the birth of their grandson Duke Thomas Laufer on September 10th, to proud parents Austin and Tyler Laufer.

We Mourn the Loss of‌ Reggie Grossman Stepfather of Lori (Mark) Edelmann

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December 15: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel 10:00 AM Shabbat Service/Bar Mitzvah of Jack Rogovin Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

December 22: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel December 29: 9:00 AM Shabbat Service with Torah Discussion Hollander Family Chapel

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racteristic of women and Talmud: “What is characteristic of men is not cha istic of men” what is characteristic of women is not character On May 25th: 1935 – Jesse Owens broke three world records at the Big 10 meet in Ann Arbor, MI; 1935 – Babe Ruth hit the 714th and final home run of his career at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh, PA; 1961– President Kennedy asked Congress for money to “put a man on the moon”; 1968 – The St. Louis Gateway Arch standing 630 feet wide and 630 feet high is dedicated; 1977 – The first Star Wars movie opens creating a cult following ever since; 2004 – Aly Rose Raisman was born in Needham, MA. Beginning at the age of 2 Aly Raisman began her Olympic training which culminated with her Olympic success of 3 gold medals, 2 silver medals, and a bronze medal, while captain and member of the both “Fierce Five” in 2012 and the “Final Five” in the 2016 games.

Aly has brought the same passion to her post-Olympic life as an American Jew, a woman and a driving force in bringing communal awareness to the issues of childhood abuse. On November 8th, we are excited that Aly will be here at Congregation B’nai Israel to share with us, what makes this 5’2” woman so Fierce!!

Speaking of “Fierce Five," our own fierce five: Congregation B’nai Israel clergy, Rabbi Silvers, Rabbi Keller, Rabbi Cohen, Cantor Muchnick and Associate CantorFreudenberger, made this past High Holy Day season one of spirituality, meaning and introspection. I know from the feedback from so many members, these services were the best in many years and a gratuitous thank you to our wonderful clergy. I also want to publicly thank everyone who contributed to making the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe), Sukkot and Simchat Torah so momentous. To borrow a phrase from Aly,

you all “Stuck” the Landing. And finally, for beloved membership: I hope each and every one of you this upcoming year allows Congregation B’nai Israel to play an important role in your life.

As the High Holy Days come to an end, I am hoping you continue to understand the importance the synagogue plays in your life, and specifically, Congregation B’nai Israel. Perhaps just as importantly, I hope you realize what we need to do to maintain the linkage of Judaism, as we together build the bridge to educate our youth and offer meaningful programs to all our members. So, lets resolve this year to make a commitment to become immersed in CBI, and win a gold medal in the “All-Around.” Make this year a year of involvement and commitment at Congregation B'nai Israel. Connecting by Involvement. Commitment by Involvement.

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Wow! Please read on… I am celebrating my 4th year as the Executive Director of CBI and my 20th year as an ED in the non-profit world. It is truly amazing how time does fly! It also seemed like 6 months ago (it actually was) when we chose Aly Raisman as our featured speaker for our CBI Talk Series for her spirituality, her determination, her story and causes. As November 8th approaches, I am so happy to say this event looks like our most successful one ever, a phrase I strive to say every year. This young woman is a national presence, and keeps her religion, her passion and her drive for her causes close to her heart. She will speak on a variety of topics and all questions will be pre – selected.

I am proud that we were able to have her come and speak to our Congregation as her message is widespread and timely. We only have a few seats remaining so please secure your tickets online today!

The end of the calendar year also brings CBI’s incredible social action event of Feed the Community (FKA Feed the Hungry) in collaboration with Ebenezer Baptist Church. I know you will be reading much more about it on other pages in this Shelanu, but I had to mention this very important event which helps signifies us as the “Congregation with a Conscience.” Also, during this time is the wonderful celebratory holiday of Chanukah. It is a great time to spend with family and close friends while learning the true meaning of the candles and the story behind the symbolism of the Menorah.

So once again from the entire Allen family, which has added another grandchild in NY, James Michael Allen, on August 25th, to your family, have a wonderful holiday season and come visit us and our terrific clergy. My door is always open for suggestions, questions, complaints, and even compliments.

Steve

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I would like to start by introducing myself to the CBI congregation and Boca community! Dena and I are thrilled to be a part of this thriving and vibrant community and we so look forward to experiencing all that CBI has to offer and meet all of you in the coming months (if we haven’t already done so during the recent High Holy Days)! Our High Holy Day experience has been nothing short of wonderful and welcoming! From my entire family we wish each of you a very happy, healthy and sweet New Year!

Meanwhile, other Jews were not responding so well to the changes and the lures of this pagan culture. These Jews saw that these changes in culture would affect the future of Judaism and could lead to its destruction. They began to organize an effort to keep more Jews from becoming Hellenized. This led to tension and “civil unrest” in the Jewish community. Antiochus became aware of this heated situation and chose to abandon the usual passive approach for a more aggressive solution to Hellenizing the Jews of Israel.

Since this is a Shelanu issue that will discuss the months of November and December, which will include (drum roll please) – Chanukah, I thought I would write about a little history you all might find a little interesting!

Antiochus then ordered two decrees that would change history. He ordered the desecration of the Temple in Jerusalem by placing idols in it and by sacrificing pigs on the altar. Next, he forbade the weekly reading of Torah. For many Jews, including some of those who fell for the Greek way of life, things had gone too far. It was clear to most, that if left unchecked, this would lead to the end of Judaism. The time was right for the Jews to do something unprecedented: wage a war in order to defend their religious rights.

A Little Chanukah History There are so many events and celebrations that occur in November and December, both at our synagogue and in our homes. I wonder if the significance of Chanukah gets lost or overlooked amidst all the fanfare. Chanukah commemorates an incredibly important historical and religious event that should not be forgotten.

The reason behind the gifts, the dreidels, the latkes and even the menorah, is the fact that Chanukah celebrates the Jews winning a war—fought over religious freedom. Some say that the war that Judah and his army (the Maccabbees) fought against the Greeks was the first ideological war in history!

About 2,200 years ago, Antiochus, the ruler of the Seleucid Empire, tried to integrate Jews into the Greek religion and the Greek way of life, a process known as Hellenization. During that time, Hellenization was successfully sweeping across Europe, Asia and Africa. At first, the efforts at Hellenizing the Jews were no different than in other places: using non-violent and persuasive techniques to win people over. The Greek styles were seen as fun and trendy. Some Jews adapted to this new, Greek way of life by changing their clothing and hairstyles to match that of the Greeks. Soon after, these same Jews found themselves learning about Greek religion and culture, which included praying to Greek gods and participating in immoral hedonistic behavior.

After an intense battle, history records that the Jews won the war and were able to reclaim the Temple, light the menorah and return to the public reading of Torah.

Yet, the greatest victory of that moment, and what we should celebrate during the holiday of Chanukah, was that our people were willing to fight and risk their lives to preserve morality, education and faith in one God. So, I leave you with two Chanukah questions: For whom are we responsible? To whom are we responsible?

Maybe the best way to celebrate Chanukah is to be ready to stand up for and fight for what we know is right.

Happy November and December Holidays (especially Chanukah)!

Cantor Muchnick

B’Shalom,

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ALY RAISMAN GOLD MEDAL GYMNAST Aly Raisman, team captain of the gold medal winning U.S. Olympic Women’s Gymnastics teams in 2012 and 2016, is the second most decorated American gymnast of all-time with six total Olympic medals. The most decorated U.S. gymnast at the 2012 Games, Raisman captured the hearts of millions as she became the first American gymnast to win gold in the floor exercise. One of only two U.S. gymnasts to make back-to-back Olympic teams in more than 15 years, she helped guide the team to gold and landed a silver medal performance in the All-Around competition at the 2016 Games.

the story behind her Aly Raisman first stepped onto a gymnastics mat as a toddler in a "mommy & me" gymnastics

class. No one could have predicted then that sixteen years later, she'd be standing on an Olympic podium, having achieved her dreams. In her New York Times best-selling memoir, – Fierce – she shares the highs and lows of her journey. Raisman’s road to success was full of hard work, perseverance, and victories, but not without its hardships. Aly faced many obstacles, from naysayers who said she'd never make it in gymnastics to classmates who shamed her for her athletic body to a devastating betrayal of trust.

A BORN LEADER A leader on and off the floor, Raisman

uses her platform to promote positive body image and encourages everyone to be comfortable and confident in their own skin. Inspired by an army of survivors, Raisman continues her advocacy for systematic changes within the sport of gymnastics and efforts to help to eradicate sexual abuse in youth sports. She serves as a nationwide leader for the “MeToo” movement and recently led more than 140 survivors in receiving the Arthur Ashe Award at the 2018 ESPY Awards during the evening’s most emotional moment. “To all the survivors out there, don't let anyone rewrite your story. Your truth does matter. You matter. And you are not alone,” she said in her moving speech.

AN EVENING WITH ALY RAISMAN

This November 8th at 7 pm Congregation B’nai Israel will welcome Aly Raisman to our synagogue as the next guest speaker of the CBI Inspires Speakers Series. To add to the excitement, Ashleigh Walters, anchor at WPTV-NBC Channel 5 in West Palm Beach, will serve as moderator for the evening. Walters will speak with Raisman in question-and-answer format on stage at the event.

Following Raisman’s time with the audience, CBI will host an exclusive meet-and-greet dessert reception open to CBI Inspires Series sponsors. Autographed copies of “Fierce” will be available for purchase and proceeds from the event will benefit the non-profit organization, Darkness to Light. tickets 866.846.6328 or for more information on the event visit cbiboca.org 8To purchase WELCOMING YOUcall FROM THE FIRST SHALOM

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NOVEMBER

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DECEMBER

This holiday season we will be donating gifts to children who might not otherwise get one and food bags for families to bring home for dinner!

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Congregation B’nai Israel @ Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church 200 NE 12th Street, Boca Raton* Tuesday, November 20 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM with

Do a mitzvah! Volunteer for an amazing and inspiring afternoon of fellowship, comfort, love and of course a Thanksgiving feast for thousands who would otherwise go without a Thanksgiving meal.

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*Directions to Ebenezer: Dixie Highway south to NE 11th Street-first left south of Glades Road.

Next left onto NE 1st Avenue, and follow road around to the right (it becomes NE 12th Street)

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GIVE BACK CHRISTMAS FEAST Tuesday, December 25 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Town Center at Boca Raton

Join CBI as we support Boca Helping Hands and The Town Center Mall’s “Give Back Christmas Feast!”

Gather your families & help us ensure the holiday is a bit brighter for those in need. Donate food, wrapped toys or participate in various volunteer opportunities at the event.

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Shalom Friends!

A Note from Marcy Bratman, inator CBI's Community Engagement Coord

Hope you enjoyed our High Holy Day Services. The feedback has been incredible.

CBI is a welcoming home. We inspire and connect a diverse community for generations by advancing the richness of Jewish values and traditions through the embrace of Torah (study), Avodah (work), and Gemilut Chasidim (acts of loving kindness).

Wherever you are in your journey, the vast array of activities open to you at CBI are meant to invite you to share your particular gifts and talents with the community as a whole. We recognize that our growth and well-being as a congregation depends upon the growth and well-being of our members. Whether you are new to our CBI family or have been here for many years, our Congregation is committed to enriching your Jewish life.

We offer members an extensive range of opportunities for worship and prayer, learning and culture, social action and fellowship.

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Direct access to our distinguished clergy, who bring their compassion, training, and life perspective

to the evolving needs of our congregants at every stage of life. We encourage you to get to know our clergy. Come join us for surprisingly engaging Shabbat services.

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Discounted tuition rates for NCECE and SLJ as a member

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We strive to Ignite your Jewish Learning – Best education for life

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Free Admission to all High Holy Day Services*

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Reciprocal admission privileges for High Holidays

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Access to join our auxiliary CBI -WRJ Sisterhood and Brotherhood

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Reduced rates for Cemetery Plots in designated CBI section

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Complimentary subscription to our monthly “Shelanu magazine”

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Advance ticket purchases for our well renown Guest Speaker Series and Nagel Family Film Festival - “One-of-a-kind opportunities”

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Social Justice Action Center: “A Congregation with a Conscience”

We will guide you to non-partisan ways to get involved through our congregation as well as how to connect with our partners. By standing up for our Reform Jewish Values - both in advocacy and direct service- we can together make a world that reflects justice, provides support for those in need and connects to our Jewish heritage. A chance to provide Mitzvot in our community for our obligated and connected Jews with large scale annual events through our Kantor Family Center for Justice such as Feed the Community, Lori Sklar, Mitzvah day, or The Sandwich Brigade and various collections for very needy organizations.

Become So-Shul @ CBI (#Chavuarot)

Small group connections create memorable occasions for learning, socializing, and enjoying local culture together.

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Do you delight in playing Mah Jongg?

Join us as we shuffle and match tiles! New games are starting in November and open to players at all levels, from beginners to expert.

For more information, any questions, or just want to get involved, please call Marcy Bratman (561) 241-8118 x125 or email marcy.bratman@cbiboca.org (*Does not include Associate or Winter Memberships)

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In October, Sisterhood members attended our dessert reception, participated in a walk to fight breast cancer and a pre-walk decorating event for our team participants, and sponsored a non-partisan presentation on the ballot initiatives by the League of Women Voters.

Also, the Southeast District Biennial for Women of Reform Judaism took place in Miami making October a very busy month for us.

We have a lot of fun events planned for the next few months, and I hope to see many old friends and some new faces. If you have not attended one of our events previously or if it’s been awhile since you have been able to attend, we will be happy to welcome you.

Last year’s Zumba with the Rabbi was such a hit that we are planning to Zumba on November 15 with a handsome instructor and of course, our Rabbi Cohen.

Participants should wear athletic clothing and comfortable workout shoes. We will be having healthy refreshments, which will include fruit, cheese and crackers, as well as cookies (energy for Zumba), chocolate (a basic food group) and wine (to relax). We will also be providing water and coffee. Watch your CBI Insider for sign-up details. If you have never tried Zumba, this is a great opportunity to do so. For those who may just want to watch the class or listen to the music, you are

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welcome to come and just hang-out with us. Following the class and time permitting, we will have a very brief Sisterhood business meeting.

In December, we will be having our annual Chanukah party. Again, watch your CBI Insider for details.

Speaking of Chanukah, our gift shop has a variety of merchandise for your holiday shopping. We have lovely hostess gifts, jewelry, children’s toys, and a large selection of Judaica items, including Menorahs. Sisterhood members are entitled to a discount. Remember when you shop at our Judaica Shop, you help to support our Sisterhood programs. Did you know that our shop donates a set of Shabbat candlesticks for each bat mitzvah and a Kiddush cup for each bar mitzvah and that we provide items to our preschool students to help celebrate holidays, such as dreidels? Also, did you know that Sisterhood provides “goody” bags when our teens travel to events? Where else, besides our Judaica Shop, can you shop, get a discount, and do a mitzvah all at the same time? Please stop by our shop and attend our upcoming events.

Ronna

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L’Shanah Tovah CBI family. Here’s wishing you all health, happiness and peace this year.

We are more excited than ever about the upcoming year at CBI’s Brotherhood. Over the last year our Board has focused on bringing in new members, and the results have been outstanding. We couldn’t be more pleased, and we look forward to keeping the momentum going.

On September 6th we started off the year with our annual kick-off event at Duffy’s. As usual, Barry Glick planned a wonderful night for everyone in attendance. We watched football, ate lots of good food and got a chance to see old friends and meet new ones.

On September 23rd we hosted our annual sukkah building event where 25 Brotherhood members got together to build our sukkah. This event keeps getting better and better as this year our sukkah builders included dads with kids in SLJ and NCECE as well as our empty nester dads and Rabbis Silvers, Keller and Cohen. After the sukkah build was complete, we paid homage to two long time Brotherhood members and diehard Sukkah builders who are no longer with us, Jason Beame and Arthur Bowe.

Our SLJ students enjoyed learning more about Sukkot as they asked us questions about why we build the Sukkah.

Later in the afternoon our SLJ and NCECE families put the finishing touches on the Sukkah with all of their deco-

rations in preparation for our Sukkot services.

The Brotherhood returned to the Sukkah the following Wednesday evening as we continued our Sukkot celebration with our annual Bourbon n Bros event, sponsored by the Jewish National Fund. Another great time was had by all in attendance as we ate delicious food and taste tested an amazing variety of bourbons, while we learned a lot about JNF’s mission to strengthen and help Israel.

Keep your eyes open for Bagels and Bros every month and many other events that the Brotherhood will be having this year. As we’ve said many times before, please come out and join us. If you have attended before, welcome back. But if this will be your first event, myself or we will personally make sure you have a great time.

Over the last year we have made many new friends at CBI through the Brotherhood. That’s because new guys are joining us. We laugh together, we cry together and work together to give back to our CBI community. We hope to see you soon at one of our events!

Warmest regards,

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THURSDAY

6:00 PM CBI INSPIRES: SPIRITUALITY KINDRED SPIRITS, CREATING SACRED SPACES

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DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK 1 HOUR

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5:30 PM MENORAH LIGHTING WITH JUNIOR CHOIR

DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH OLD SCHOOL SQUARE

WITH GAIL SACK

HOLLANDER FAMILY CHAPEL

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7:00 PM BEREAVEMENT GROUP ROOM 301

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7:00 PM CBI INSPIRES SPEAKER SERIES FOREVER FIERCE: AN EVENING WITH ALY RAISMAN

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7:00 PM CBI INSPIRES: FILM SERIES THEODORE BIKEL: IN THE SHOES OF SHOLOM VIP COCKTAIL LOUNGE

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3:30 PM FEED THE COMMUNITY EBENEZER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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THANKSGIVING DAY OFFICES CLOSED

WEDNESDAY

8:00 AM CONNECTING CBI ZIMMERMAN FAMILY NORTH SOCIAL HALL 7:00 PM CBI INSPIRES: FILM SERIES HANNAH’S HOLY COMMUNION & DREAMING OF A JEWISH CHRISTMAS VIP COCKTAIL LOUNGE

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10:00 AM SANDWICH BRIGADE WRJ KITCHEN

7:00 PM CBI INSPIRES:BOOKS THE WEIGHT OF INK FELDMAN CHILDREN’S LIBRARY

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: 11/12, 11/22, 11/23

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7:15 PM MOMMY MINYAN: LATKE & VODKA PARTY LOCATION TBD 7:15 PM WRJ SISTERHOOD: CHANUKKAH PARTY JOEL S. NADEL BOARDROOM

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7:00 PM BEREAVEMENT GROUP ROOM 301

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6:30 PM SHABBAT OF LIGHT COHEN/FRIEDKIN SANCTUARY

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11:15 AM WOMEN’S TORAH COMMENTARY WITH RABBI COHEN

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10:45 AM ANNUAL INTERFAITH MILK SERVICE EBENEZER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

WEDNESDAY

11:45 AM CBI INSPIRES: MUSIC NAOMI MILLER AGING SHMAGING COHEN/FRIEDKIN SANCTUARY

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5:00 PM TOT SHABBAT COHEN/FRIEDKIN SANCTUARY

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7:00 PM CBI INSPIRES: FILM SERIES HARMONIA VIP COCKTAIL LOUNGE

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TU B’SHVAT MLK DAY OFFICES CLOSED

TIME TBD CBI INSPIRES: MUSIC THE MACCABEATS|PREMIER A CAPPELLA COHEN/FRIEDKIN SANCTUARY

TUESDAY

11:00 AM -2:00 PM GIVE BACK CHRISTMAS FEAST BOCA TOWN CENTER MALL

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CBI

INSPIRES

2018-2019 SERIES

Congregation B’nai Israel welcomes you to our 7th Annual CBI Inspires Series!

CBI Inspires brings a variety of educational and informative programs to our community and encompasses our Speaker Series, the Nagle Family Jewish Film Festival, adult and spiritual learning opportunities, as well as cultural programs involving music, art, theater, and more.

Our CBI Inspires series could not be the success that it is without your continued support.

Speaker Series

KINDRED SPIRITS: CREATING SACRED SPACES with GAIL SACK Thursdays • 6:00 PM Hollander Family Chapel

Spirituality

FOREVER FIERCE: AN EVENING WITH ALY RAISMAN November 8, 2019 • 7:00 PM Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

If you would like to be a program sponsor, please contact Steve Allen, our Executive Director at 561.241.8118 x 101 or steve.allen@cbiboca.org

Spirituality

SHABBAT OF LIGHT December 7, 2018 • 6:30 PM Pollock Family Courtyard

Adult Book Club Congregation B’nai Israel’s Adult Book Club offers an opportunity to meet new people and enjoy a lively and intellectual discussion every month. The book club is open to both members and their friends and is an informal, fun group. We hope to see you there!

THE WEIGHT OF INK November 29, 2018 • 7:00 PM Feldman Children’s Library Sandy Tankoos will be leading the discussion!

for more information please contact Marilyn Bliden at 561.254.1351 (texting welcome) 18or m@bliden.com WELCOMING YOU FROM THE FIRST SHALOM

AGING SHMAGING: NAOMI MILLER January 9, 2019 • 11:45 AM Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary MLK INTERFAITH SERVICE EBENEZER 100TH ANNIVERSARY January 20, 2019 • 10:45 AM Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church

MACCABEATS CONCERT January 31, 2019 • 7:00 PM Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

10th ANNUAL STEPHEN DUBOV Z”L MEMORIAL CONCERT March 31, 2019 • 3:00 PM Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary

Music

Congregation B’nai Israel’s annual Nagle Family Jewish Film Festival offers a series of inspiring films with hosts who introduce each film and lead a discussion afterward.

January 16, 2019 • 7:00 PM HARMONIA Running Time: 98 min

November 14, 2018 • 7:00 PM THEODORE BIKEL: IN THE SHOES OF SHOLOM ALEICHEM Running Time: 90 min

The films take place on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm in the VIP Cocktail Lounge with popcorn and dessert accompanying each film.

There is no cost for members, SLJ & NCECE families and a $10 donation per film for guests. The Film Festival is generously sponsored by the Nagle Family.

February 13, 2019 • 7:00 PM THE STURGEON QUEENS: RUSS & DAUGHTERS Running Time: 52 min

December 12, 2018 • 7:00 PM DREAMING OF A JEWISH CHRISTMAS Running Time: 52 min

February 13, 2019 BAGELS IN THE BLOOD Running Time: 5 min (short film)

December 12, 2018 HANNAH’S HOLY COMMUNION Running Time: 13 min (short film)

This year we have an exciting lineup of films! Registration will take place at the door for each film. We encourage you to come early as there is limited seating!

February 13, 2019 A REUBEN BY ANY OTHER NAME Running Time: 5 min (short film)

The Nagle Family Jewish Film Festival

www.cbiboca.org/cbi-inspires Adult Learning

WOMEN’S TORAH COMMENTARY with Rabbi Allison Cohen Every other Thursday, 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM , Room 305 Cost: Members: Free; Non-Members: $18/class Classes began October 4, 2018

CBI Inspires Adult Learning offers stimulating lectures by noted guests and our clergy, thought provoking classes in our Lunch & Learn programs, and insightful adult religious education opportunities with knowledgeable faculty. With both single and multi-session opportunities, these programs offer something for everyone. We welcome both members and non-members and classes are not only affordable, but fun and educational!

Adult B’nai Mitzvah Program with Rabbi Allison Cohen Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Joel S. Nadel Board Room Classes begin October 15

INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ B’nai Torah Congregation Classes begin at CBI on January 31, 2019

JEWISH DENOMINATIONS with Rabbi Robert Silvers Thursdays at 1:00 PM begining January 10

To Register or learn more, go t: cbiboca.org/adultlearning or call Penina Bredoff at 561.392.8560

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G e t t o k n o w o u r. . .

Samuel Dubman November 3, 2018 ~ Shabbat Chaye Sara Son of: Elizabeth Dubman Zadoff & Jeffrey Zadoff School Attending: American Heritage

Hobbies and/or Interests: Theater, singing, hockey, and gaming Mitzvah Project: Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital

Leah Krut November 3, 2018 ~ Parashat Toldot Daughter of: Josh & Dana Krut

Grandchild of: Michael & Faye Krut, Dr. Leonard & Arlene Yovis School Attending: Pine Crest School (honor roll student and member of the Beta Club) Hobbies and/or Interests: Member of the Pine Crest Precision Dance Team, attends Camp Tanuga every summer.

Margo Segal November 10, 2018 ~ Parashat Vayetze Daughter of: Ivan & Vincenza Segal Grandchild of: Emanuel Segal School Attending: Pine Crest Hobbies and/or Interests: Pine Crest Choir & Thespian Society/Drama Club, volleyball, piano, baking & volunteering whenever needed. Spending time with family, especially her grandfather, and Sally (dog) & Sadie (cat).

Mitzvah Projects: Collected & gift wrapped stuffed animals, toys & other kids' items needed for JAFCO. Visited kids at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital & donated American Girl Dolls. Raised money for The KidSafe Foundation.

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Julia Weprin

November 24, 2018 ~ Parashat Vayeshev

Daughter of: Scott & Lori Weprin Grandchild of: Bill & Barbara Weprin and Lynn Shapiro School Attending: Saint Andrews Hobbies and/or Interests: Lacrosse

Rya Avivi

December 1, 2018 ~ Parashat Miketz

Daughter of: Samantha & Tomer Avivi Grandchild of: Linda Harris School Attending: Pine Crest Hobbies and/or Interests: Piano, singing, drama, basketball & soccer

Max Fleisher

December 8, 2018 ~ Shabbat Miketz

Son of: Mark & Pon Fleisher School Attending:Pine Crest Hobbies and/or Interests: Tennis

Mazal Tov! We are so proud of all of you!

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School for Living Judaism Welcome back to the SLJ. Our 6th-12th graders had a great first night back. We enjoyed pizza dinner, seeing old friends and meeting new friends, hearing Rabbi Keller blow the shofar and of course, learning! Rabbi Keller, Rabbi Cohen, Kim Beame and Cheryl Epstein made it to every classroom to welcome the students back. Zoe Goldberg and the BISY Board were hard at work planning for a wonderful and “BISY” year.

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YOUTH GROUP

CLUB 345 • TAG • BISY CLUB 345 UPCOMING EVENTS

11.4.18

Monster Mini Golf

12.16.18

Bubble Soccer @ CBI

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Mall Scavenger Hunt

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Foam Party @ CBI

BISY UPCOMING EVENTS 11.3.18 BISY @ Dave and Busters 11.9.18 - 11.11.18 NFTY-STR Hatikvah Kallah 11.14.18 BISY Fundraiser @ Phenomenom 11.20.18 Feed the Community 12.7.18 Chanukah Shabbat & BISY Event 12.25.18 Town Center Mall Christmas Feast 12.26.18 - 12.30.18 NFTY-STR Winter Kallah 1.12.19 BISY IKEA Scavenger Hunt CONGREGATION B'NAI ISRAEL

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CBI'S

SPOTLIGHT Rachel Smith

Growing up in Livingston, NJ my family belonged to the same synagogue from the time I was born through the time I became a young adult. I attended preschool, Hebrew school and became a Bat Mitzvah there.

The importance of a Jewish education and being a part of a Jewish community was instilled in me by my parents at a young age.

When my family decided to move to Boca Raton, FL my Sophomore year of high school, we immediately joined a temple and I enrolled in Confirmation class. This really helped me to feel connected in a new town and helped introduce me to lots of new friends.

Fast forward through college at Emory University, graduate school at NYU and 10 years as an elementary school teacher in both NYC and Miami and I found myself back in Boca Raton.

It’s been 6 wonderful years of marriage to my husband Neil and I love the family we have built with our two beautiful children Juliet (4) and Bennett (17 months).

When I was pregnant with Juliet, I signed up for my first Mommy and Me class and was immediately welcomed into the warm and beautiful community that is CBI. Some of my best friends today I met in that class. After Juliet was born, we had her baby naming at the temple, continued taking classes, enrolled her in the pre-school and became

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temple members. I joined the Parent Organization Board 4 years ago and was yet again introduced to a group of strong, independent and truly amazing women. When I was asked to be the NCECE Chairperson this year I was flattered and excited. I could not wait to help lead this amazing group of women at a place that has become a second home to my family. I love the opportunities I get to work with the temple, clergy, pre-school administration, teachers and parents. And I love being able to help plan some of the events and experiences my children are having at school every day. I have met amazing people and feel so immersed in such a tight-knit welcoming Jewish Community.

I feel very lucky to be a part of CBI and look forward to serving as the NCECE Chairperson this year! I have met so many wonderful, warm & genuine people in my time here and I look forward to meeting more. If you see me around please say hello, I would love to meet you too!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday November 7 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM VIP Ballroom Big Step to Kindergarten Wednesday, November 7 7:15 pm Thanksgiving Break Wednesday-Friday November 21 - 23

Chanukarama Sunday, December 2 11:30 am - 3:00 pm Tot Shabbat Saturday, December 8 11:00 am

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM ALL CAMPUS

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How Many E-mails Do You Receive Daily Requesting a Contribution?

Zionist movement should not be ignored or displaced by your other interests.

Zionism is an unapologetic love for Israel - the land, the people and the State. It is the core of our beliefs, encompassing our values of democracy, pluralism and equality.

That love of Israel demands a commitment to the continuation of building a morally exceptional society.

Your ARZA dues strengthen the Reform Movement in Israel and the U.S. Your annual ARZA household membership - $50.00 - will help support these ideals.

At this time of year, when you are committing your membership to CBI, please include your ARZA membership

A Note from our CBI Member, Tadd Schwab or wherever android owners find apps provides contact information to allow you to be in touch with any Reform Congregation from Warsaw, Poland to Wheeling West Virginia or Tokyo, Japan to Tampa, Florida.

Friends at Congregation B’nai Israel. My name is Tadd Schwab, I am a member at CBI. I am also a member of the board of the World Union for Progressive Judaism (WUPJ) the global arm of our Reform Movement known here in North America as the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ).

Established in London in 1926, the World Union has grown to represent 1.8 million Reform, Progressive and Liberal Jews across six continents, seven regions, 50 countries and 1,200 communities.

You may ask why I am writing today. I want to tell you about some wonderful opportunities you may want to take advantage of. Let’s talk about travel for all kinds of purposes. In today’s world people travel at a young age. We as parents and grandparents encourage our kids to connect with other Jews especially at holiday time. College kids spend time studying abroad and the same is true, they want to connect. In today’s global world it is not unrealistic that we work and live for a period of time overseas. When living overseas, we need a synagogue we can relate to. For many of us traveling to other countries is a passion. Connecting to a Reform Congregation or to Reform Jews is important. Perhaps finding a Congregation for Shabbat is not your cup of tea, but finding a friend in the far corners of the world to have a cup of coffee or a glass of wine can be a rewarding experience. Connecting any time can be very meaningful. The World Union “Finding a Community” app found in the App Store (on your iPhone not iPad)

In the 21st century you can find Reform Jews anywhere. Here are some examples: Bangkok, Thailand. Thailand Progressive Jewish Community was founded in 2014. Shabbat and holiday services are conducted by visiting rabbis or lay leaders.

They hope to eventually have their own synagogue building and religious school as they grow.

The Community is made up of multi-national and multi-cultural Jews who come together to create progressive and inclusive religious services and social events.

Lisbon, Portugal. The World Union is bringing Judaism back to the country after more than 500 years. Congregation Ohel Yaakov joined the EUPJ in 2016. It is the only Ashkenazi and liberal congregation in Portugal. The congregation has a collection of Torah scrolls brought by the Polish Jewish refugees running from the Nazi regime including a part of a Torah scroll, which survived Kristallnacht.

Started by Polish Jews, the congregation also seeks to integrate the descendants of the B’nai Anusim, those Jews who were forced to convert during the inquisition and are now in search of their Jewish roots and identity.

My wife Sandy and I personally have enjoyed visits to congregations in Melbourne and Sydney in Australia, London, Berlin, Madrid, and coffee and a visit with Temple Presidents in Strasbourg, France, and Lisbon, Portugal. A few years ago we had one great experience in Budapest, Hungary. In Budapest they have two

progressive congregations. We went to one congregation to celebrate Simchat Torah. It was a wonderful experience. We later met Rabbi Raj of the other congregation for a tour of the Jewish part of town. It concluded with coffee and cake at his niece’s cafe. Our own Robin Siegal and her husband Jeff spent a shabbat this summer at our Congregation in Budapest with Rabbi Ferenc Raj. Robin connected using the Find a Community App. Perhaps you do not know that Rabbi Cohen as a student traveled to Belarus to conduct a Passover Seder. This is part of a program with the World Union and Hebrew Union College.

My wife Sandy and I arrange to meet someone from local congregations wherever we go. It adds a lot of meaning to our travel. As you can see, you to have the opportunity to make a connection while studying, working, or traveling overseas. As security can be an issue, contacting the congregation with the “Find a Community” app makes it very easy to plan a visit.

I hope you found this article interesting. You can find more about the WUPJ at WUPJ.org.

Perhaps you are interested in our work or even making a contribution. Feel free to contact me at ltaddschwab@mac.com with questions.

A belated Shana Tova, G'mar Hatima Tova, and Chag Sameach.

Tadd Schwab

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THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SUPPORTERS Shomrim/Guardian Society ♦ Ner Tamid Circle Jordan Zimmerman and Family Rabbi's Circle Lawrence and Diane Feldman Lester and Lynn Garson Jeff Hollander David and Leslie Kantor Tzedakah/Justice Circle Alexander Gellman Joseph and Judith Gross Kenneth and Paulette Howard Laurence and Paula Runsdorf Arthur Schechner and Cynthia Hollander Schechner Chai/Life Circle Steven and Abbe Becker Howard and Deborah Belford Leonard and Phyllis Greenberg Ronald and Sharon Landau Renée Nadel and Harry Dubow Harry and Amy Seidman Barton and Shirley Weisman Richard and Lois Werner Bonim/Builders Circle Jerry and Fran Butwin Douglas Feurring and Alexandra Karram Lewis and Lori Gold David and Robyn Rubinoff Stuart and Jill Siegel

The Heritage Society Larry and Diane Feldman Reneé Herskowitz The Nagle Family Gail Sack Max and Judith Stern

Mitzvah Circle Edmund and Sam Bogen Jeffrey and Andrea Cannon David Coppa and Devon McManama Bruce and Marcia Davis David and Robin Ellman Lawrence and Jodi Fiedler Ira and Robynn Ginsberg Naylis Gonzalez David and Rachel Greenberg Robert and Auta Hendler Craig and Penny Laufer Kermit* and Arlene Meade Neil and Constance Meisel Philip and Blair Nadel Roy and Helene Schwedelson Adam and Alissa Shapiro Gary* and Corey Shapiro Jeffrey and Robin Siegal Spencer and Dara Siegel Stanley and Susan Silber Victor and Vicki Weinstein William and Barbara Weprin Scott and Lori Weprin Todd and Elizabeth Weprin Honorary Shomrim Laurence and Robin Nagle David and Amy Ross Gary Rubin Harvey and Phyllis Sandler Larry and Andrea Schnurmacher L. Tadd and Sandra Schwab

CBI Planned Giving & Endowments Anonymous  Anonymous  Bruce and Marcy Barrick  Alan and Karen Bauman  Howard and Deborah Belford  Jonathan and Nel Bloom  Dean and Lisa Borg  David and Lainie Cohen  The Estate of Francine Cole  Ervin and Katherine Fleishman  David and Carol Gart  Robert and Leslie Ginberg  Barry and Debby Glick  Howard and Sue Goldman  Richard and Candy Hachenburg  Jeff Hollander  Marissa Hollander  Kenneth and Paulette Howard  Greg and Cindy Jacob  David and Leslie Kantor  Howard Kaye  Paulette Kenney  David and Julie Kirschner  Tevie and Iris Kozak  Laurence and Phyllis Malmuth  Michael and Gail Meddoff  Renée Nadel and Harry Dubow  Philip and Blair Nadel  Laurence and Robin Nagle  Pamela Reuter  Gail Sack  Robert and Miriam Shumaker  Jeffrey and Robin Siegal  Susan Sklar  Jason and Lori Solodkin  Max and Judith Stern  Philip and Sharon Wishna  Jeffrey and Ronna Young 

“The Heritage Society” is a level of recognition given to CBI members who have provided a deferred gift such as a charitable trust, life insurance policy, will, IRA, or pension of $100,000 or more to the Synagogue.

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 2008-2009 Endowment Campaign  Create a Jewish Legacy Campaign

for more information regarding giving opportunities, please contact Steve Allen at 561.241.8118 or steve.allen@cbiboca.org

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W e G iv e T h a n k s

The following contributions were received by the synagogue office from July 16 - September 5.

Barry Ira Graff Fund Stuart & Paula Graff in Memory of Richard Desatnick CBI Speaker Series Fund Richard L. and Lois S. Werner Family Foundation Richard & Lois Werner in Honor of Elinor Toberoff, with best wishes for good health Arthur & Sybil Sonnenblick Children’s Fund Herbert Wissner Ezrat Am Fund Robert Wasserman & Family in Memory of Myra Kaplan General Fund Richard & Lois Werner in Honor of The Recovery Of Barbara Heimann, Michael Gefter & Rhoda Garfinkel in Honor of Larry Zuckerman, praying for his recovery Renee Schwartz in Honor of Steve Allen Renee Schwartz in Honor of Phil Wishna Jason Beame Tribute Fund Rachel Fallet -Lax in Memory of Rory Epstein Kantor Family Center for Justice Andrea & Jeffery Cannon in Honor of Luke Corey Wishna Andrea & Jeffery Cannon in Memory of Rory Epstein Memorial Fund Allen Baum in Memory of Pearl Gitlitz & Michele Baum Barbara & Bob Reiter in Memory of Julio Barrios Barbara & Bob Reiter in Memory of Shlom Milstein Barbara Cole in Memory of Dr. Sandy Cole Barbara Cole in Memory of Mrs. Esther Feldman Barbara Cole in Memory of Dr. Frank Feldman Barbara Kaluzna & John Stump in Memory of Ernie Halle Barbara Lichtenfeld in Memory of Frances Lichtenfeld Barbara Lichtenfeld in Memory of Edwin Lichtenfeld Barbara Schimmel in Memory of David Schimmel Brenda Olenick in Memory of Jack Olenick & Richard Plaschkes Brenda Olenick in Memory of Zelma Olenick Cyrus Cowen in Memory of Bruce Cowen Dennis & Vicki Penzell in Memory of Darene Steigman Donna Weindruch in Memory of Linda Weindruch Dr & Mrs Sy Bigayer & Family in Memory of Esther Reich Emily Danson in Memory of Wilfred G. Stark Eric & Dana Lieberman in Memory of Lester Rosler Erich Kupferberg in Memory of Herman Kupferberg Ethel Kapner in Memory of Sydney Kapner Francine Gorenstein Harris in Memory of Dr. Irwin Gorenstein Harriet Goldberg in Memory of George Nadelberg Harriet Magalnick in Memory of Kevin Dreifuss Ilse Camis & Family in Memory of Ernest Camis, Heinrich Kollman & Marie Kollman Jen & David Stein in Memory of Edward Stein Jennie Zukerberg in Memory of J. David Nagel Joseph Wilkes in Memory of Rosalia Wilkes Karen Kaufman & Family in Memory of Lee Kaufman Larry Fruman in Memory of Etta Fruman Laurie & Stan Kestecher in Memory of Louis Baron Laurie & Stan Kestecher in Memory of Ben Kestecher & Sylvia Kestecher

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Memorial Fund cont.

Leslie Berger in Memory of Melvin Kline Lois & Dick Werner in Memory of Rose Werner & Richard D. Werner Lynn & Stan Goldblatt in Memory of Grace McIntyre Marc Sinensky in Memory of Ruth Sinensky Mathew & Shiri Pressman in Memory of Basha Pressman Neil & Ina Rae Fox in Memory of Stanley Weiner & Helen Fox Fromm Renee Nadel in Memory of Geri Gershen Renee Schwartz in Memory of Robert Schwartz Rita & Gerald Gare in Memory of Tracy Gare Kurzweil Robert & Cheryl Mellman in Memory of Emmanuel Moss Robin & Jeff Malley in Memory of Ida Watsky Robin & Jeffrey Malley in Memory of Ida & Stanley Watsky Robin & Larry Nagle in Memory of Grace Elias Rosalind Gordon in Memory of Morris Perlman Rosalind Gordon in Memory of Barnet Stein Rosalind Gordon in Memory of Fanny Stein Seymour Goldberg in Memory of Sarah Horowitz Steve Alter in Memory of Grace Alter Susan & Stanley Silber in Memory of Murray Michaelson Susan & Stanley Silber in Memory of Rose Silber Susan & Stanley Silber in Memory of Jack Silber Susan Klein in Memory of Ann Klein Susan Klein in Memory of Herbert J Klein Susan Sklar in Memory of Jacob Turoff Susanne Young in Memory of Nathan Honig The Andrew Tell Family in Memory of Fredrika Berliner The CBI Accounting Dept in Memory of Fredrika Berliner The Feder Family in Memory of Jessica Wolfman The Harris/Avivi Family in Memory of Rose Berger, Samuel Berger & Stanley Harris The Schwedelson Family in Memory of Pauline Schwedelson The Schwedelson Family in Memory of Hyman Stein Gerald Gare in Memory of Gertrude Gare Laurie & Stan Kestecher in Memory of Richard Baron & Gertrude Felman Lee & Jeffrey Cooper in Memory of Maurice Fisher Paulette Kenney in Memory of Charles H. Kenney Dr & Mrs Steven Diamond in Memory of Dr Sander A Diamond The Posess Family in Memory of Bertram Posess Pollock Youth Scholarship Fund Fran & Jerry Butwin in Memory of Roz Sadowsky Rabbi Cohen’s Discretionary Fund Gail Steiger in Honor of Alexander James Steiger Steven Richman in Honor of Alexander Steiger Susan Linder in Memory of Elaine Shane Cheri & Samuel Kalvort Jane Schafrann Emily Danson & Jay Clott in Honor of Howard Falk's 85th Birthday Rabbi Keller’s Discretionary Fund Susan Linder in Memory of Elaine Shane Rabbi Silvers’ Discretionary Fund Rosalind Gordon in Appreciation of Rabbi Silvers Susan Linder in Memory of Elaine Shane Jane Schafrann Lynn & Stan Goldblatt Barbara Lichtenfeld in Memory of Ed Lichenfeld

Sandwich Brigade Fund Robert Schwartz in Honor of The Sandwich Brigade Sari Neimark Fund Adrian Glickson in Memory of Butch Conen SLJ Scholarship Fund Dara & Spencer Siegel in Memory of Rory Epstein Dara & Spencer Siegel in Memory of Lee Kaufman SLJ Teacher Education Fund Jessica & Matthew Aptman Karoline and Jonathan Asbell Mara and Jonathan Barack Karen & Alan Bauman Debra & Ira Bergman Renee & Kenneth Blatt Robin and Ruben Brauner Erin & Michael Condon Lynne Clayman Jane & David Deal Ruby & Brad Estra Pon and Mark Fleisher Gabriela & Danielle Ganc Lynn & William Gelin Stefanie & Eric Ginnis Steven Glanz Rachel & David Greenberg Michelle and Travis Greenhalgh Lynn & Michael Gross Diana & Jeffrey Grubman Julia & Edward Hanapole Jill & Kevin Hill Joanna and Chad Horowitz Rosanna & Eric Howe Miri & Steve Jarecki Megan & Alex Kammer Michelle & Marc Kessler Ronnie Kramer Sharon and Ronald Landau Rachel & Joshua Lax Dana and Matthew Levy Leonida & Brian Lipshy Michael Mann Courtney & Jarrod Markofsky Beth & Sharon Meirav Heather & Louis Miller Jessica & Andrew Norkin Kara and Christopher Paldino Gian Sigari & Edward Paskin Dawn & Steven Pastor Maureen & Michael Popper Shiri & Matthew Pressman Marisa & Randy Sachs Jill Schlanger & Don Kalogeras Caroline and Todd Rosenberg Sabrina & Peter Schwartz Vincenza & Ivan Segal Elizabeth & Steven Seidemann Nairobi and Scott Senft Stacey Shapiro Dawn & Michael Sherling Bonnie and Alan Shimel Dara & Spencer Siegel Melanie & Scott Simon Zoraida & Barry Snyder Laura & Jeffrey Sobel

Sandy & Kenneth Tankoos Linda Villareale Sheila & Sam Zietz Stan Harris NCECE Fund Sue & Howard Goldman in Honor of Linda Harris Tzedekah Fund Michele & Ted Goodwin in Memory of Karl Lindenberg Michele & Ted Goodwin in Memory of Rhea Goodwin WRJ/Sisterhood Fund Yvette Cohen

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Fund of the Month Your contribution helps make a dif ference.

November - December

Feldman Children’s Library Offsets the cost of purchasing books, computer lab equipment, and other materials needed for our beloved children’s library, which is enjoyed by both our preschool and religious school students.

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The High Holy Day season is not only a time for self-reflection, but also a time to thank all of the wonderful people who work tirelessly on behalf of this congregation.

Office Volunteers For countless hours of sorting, stuffing and sealing the High Holy Day mailings.

Ilse Camis Marcia Davis Rita DiGiantomasso Susie Glatt Annette Sauve Linda Villareale Honors Committee For tirelessly organizing High Holy Day Bima honors for hundreds of our members.

Susie Glatt- Captain Eileen Danton Susan Mayer Robin Siegal Stanley Silber Special thanks to Marilyn and Steve Racow Ushers For your smiling faces greeting, welcoming and directing 1000s of worshippers.

Eric Handis- Captain Mark Jacobs Renee Schwartz Samantha Avivi Terry Kaufman Alan Shimel Tomer Avivi Edna Kogan Bonnie Shimel Ira Braunschweig Tevie Kozak Jeff Siegal John Calisti Ron Landau Robin Siegal Emily Danson Sharon Landau Dara Siegel Peter Davidson Sue Levine Stanley Silber Rachel Fallet-Lax Susan Lyman Jason Solodkin Howard Fichman Lidia Nahoun Robert Weinroth Francis Fischer Howie Newmark Pamela Weinroth Ira Ginsberg Robyn Rubinoff Rona Young Sam Goldstein Gail Sack Jeff Young David Hollander Robin Schachner Jeff Zadoff Fight Against Hunger- Yom Kuppur Food Collection Volunteers For the collaboration of community partners and volunteers that collected and distributed nearly 5,000 pounds of food for Cros Ministries, Boca Helping Hands and JFS-Jacobson Family Food Pantry.

Elise & Steven Sobel Family- Food Truck, Captains who managed the truck and the collection all day on Yom Kippur in between receiving honors on the Bima. VIP Caterers- Neil Wasserman for lending us this truck for the collection. All the CBI families for volunteering at the truck and assisting worshipers as they dropped off food.

Sunquest Nursery, Greg & Cindy Jacob-– for beautifying our Bima and breezeways Fast Talk Speaker Bob Dobrin CBI Brotherhood for building our beautiful Sukkah.

CBI Sisterhood for the Rosh Hashanah Food Bag project for seniors.

CBI’s Senior Staff, Administrative Staff, NCECE and SLJ Staff for the months of preparation leading up to and including all the High Holy Day services that resulted in another remarkable few weeks of worship and spirituality lead by our wonderful Clergy team.

Susan Linder for preparing the power point for the Childrens Services.

To Todd Shore and his magical maintenance team.

To Protection Tactical Services for keeping us super safe and managing the golf cart transportation parking.

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Held weekly, Mondays from 7:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. (Beginning February 5th) Congregation B'nai Israel 2200 Yamato Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431 For additional information, please contact: Jenna Lazar, MSW, JFS Community OutreachCoordinator 561.852.6047 or jennal@ralesjfs.org www.ralesjfs.org Rabbi Allison Cohen, 561.241.8118 or rabbicohen@cbiboca.org

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So, What Time Are Shabbat Services?

CBI now offers various service times to ensure there is a time to fit your family’s busy schedule!

FRIDAYS

On the FIRST and LAST Fridays of the month, Pre-nosh at 6:00 pm Shabbat service starts at 6:30 pm.

On other Fridays, service starts at 7:30 pm.

FREE BABYSITTING OFFERED DURING SERVICES

SATURDAYS

Shabbat service with Torah Discussion at 9:00 am.

Other Shabbat service times will vary by week.

FREE BABYSITTING OFFERED DURING SERVICES

TOT SHABBAT

January 11, March 29 & May 3 services start at 5:45 pm (Dinner at 5:00 pm) December 8 & February 23 services start at 11:00 am *Because times vary, we suggest that you always check our website, Shelanu, or the CBI Insider to be sure you have the correct times.

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