July 2022 Bulletin

July 2022 : Tammuz ~ Av 5782 6525 Sylvania Avenue • Sylvania, OH 43560 • 419-517-8400 • cbitoledo.org

155 Years of Consecrated Service to God, Torah & Israel A Congregation Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

KABBALAT COOKOUT front cover

HOTDOGS BURGERS POTATO SALAD COLESLAW FRENCH FRIES WATERMELON POPSICLES & *MORE!

NOTES FROM THE HAZZAN: ISRAEL EDITION page 2

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS page 3-4

JOINT SISTERHOODS BOOK CLUB MEETING & LUNCHEON page 5

HABITAT FOR HUMANTY 2022 FAITH BUILD page 5

SAVE THE DATE: WCBI ROSH CHODESH ELUL page 5

8TH TOLEDO JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL page 6

Friday, July 1, 2022 5:45 PM In-Person at CBI

Join us at CBI for Mincha at 5:45 PM, followed by a delicious pre-Shabbat cookout on the patio. Outdoor Kabbalat Shabbat services will commence after the dinner.

Dinner is free of charge, but you must RSVP. Please contact the office by Friday, June 24th by calling 419.517.8400. *Vegetarian options will be available

JUNE CONTRIBUTIONS page 7-8

JULY YAHRZEITS page 8

CBI GUIDELINES FOR IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE page 9

JULY 2022 CALENDAR page 10

MORE ISRAEL TRIP PHOTOS page 11

CBI BOARD OF TRUSTEES page 11

FEATURED BOOKS IN THE CBI LIBRARY page 12

Notes from the Hazzan Greetings from Israel!

Please enjoy these photos from the long-awaited CBI trip to Israel which began on June 7th - 17th.

Our chaperone, Hope Davis, assisted me throughout the trip. Religious School students who went on our incredible journey were, Adam Davis, Andy Davis, Aidan Mahoney, Daniel Mahoney, Maya Markham, Aaron Smith, Caleb Smith, and Haley Smith. To read the full blog, go to cantorlichterman.com.

Hazzan Ivor Lichterman

Andy, Hope, Haley, and Caleb represent O-H-I-O in the desert Enjoying delicious drinks at Israel's famous coffeehouse, "Aroma"

Upon arrival, saying the Shehecheyanu prayer from Mount Scopus which looks over new and old Jerusalem

At the Land of Genesis, Eretz Bereshet, the group took camel rides which brought them to "Abraham's Tent"

Our travelers walked through the Dung gate to the Kotel, which also included a tour of the underground tunnels. Shema was said at the wall and everyone left hand-written notes

Exploring the ancient, open-air market (shuk) in the "Cardo" Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem before going to the Kotel

Aidan observes a Sofer working on a section of a new Torah scroll

An incredible experience at Masada

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Congregational News July Special Birthdays

2022 CBI Annual Meeting Special Award Recipients

A Hearty Mazal Tov & Happy Birthday wishes to the following congregants on the occasion of their milestone birthdays!

Marty Davis

July 16th

85th Birthday

Barbara Fisher

July 20th

95th Birthday

Earnest Loeb

July 22nd

99th Birthday

Mark Brunswick

July 21st

Paul Causman

July 28th

We are happy to announce the recipients of this year's special congregational awards: BOARD MEMBER OF THE YEAR - Howard

Moskowitz CONGREGANT OF THE YEAR - Helen Michaels SAM SCHWARTZ MINYAN AWARD - David Friedes

The CBI office will be CLOSED Monday, July 4

Independence Day

July Special Anniversaries Cindy & George Tauber

July 14th

30 Years

Mazal Tov

Special Birthdays & Anniversaries reflect the "0" or "5" year of the birthday or anniversary.

• Ellie & Bill Niejadlik on the marriage of their son Matthew to Rebecca Fisher, daughter of Tammy & John (of blessed memory) Fisher, on June 5, 2022 in Columbus Ohio.

New Members OUR SYNAGOGUE FAMILY WELCOMES NEW MEMBER Rebecca Swett

Todah Rabah • Thank you to CBI's "weed-whacking" crew! Helen Michaels, Ann Rosenberg, Fran Weinblatt, Mary Lou Dorf, Alice Applebaum, and Debbie Perlmutter volunteered their time (and muscles) to pull out the overgrown weeds around the perimiter of the CBI building. The staff of CBI greatly appreciates their efforts.

• Dena & David Zack on the marriage of their daughter Shayna to Connor Mustee, son of Kathy & Kevin Mustee on June 12, 2022 in Toledo.

• Thank you to Kris Mann and Helen Grubb for choosing CBI as the location for their wedding ceremony and reception on Sunday, May 22, 2022. Congregation B'nai Israel has not hosted a large private simcha in our Social Hall for a few years due to the pandemic, so it was a joy to be able to do so for Helen and Kris.

• Kim & Stuart Brody, and Christa & Brandon Criddle on the birth of their first grandchild, Emunah Mazal Rut. New aunt, Emmie is also thrilled to have a beautiful, healthy niece. Proud parents are Meira & Josh Brody.

Great-grandparents are Gail & Lee Kwait and Gloria & Norman Brody.

The bridal party relaxed in the Library Lounge, the groom's party had a "Tish" in one of the classrooms, and the bedekin and ketubah signing took place in the Chapel. After the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom and their wedding guests celebrated in the Social Hall. We look forward to hosting many more simchas in the future!

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Congregational News Remembering Our Loved Ones

HONORS FOR SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES

For many of us, one of the most meaningful parts of our services during the High Holy Days is Yizkor on Yom Kippur. It is at that time when we turn our thoughts to our loved ones who have left this earth. We reflect upon their lives, as well as the lives of members of our congregation, and family and friends. In addition, we take the time to formally recognize the Martyrs of our people, especially the Six Million who were murdered during the Shoah, and those who gave their lives for Israel.

Being called to the bimah is a great way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or other occasion. If you are observing a yahrzeit and would like an aliyah, please let the office know by Thursday of that week by calling 419.517.8400. This insures your name is included in the weekly Torah Guide. If you are unable to contact the office, please find Hazzan Lichterman at services on Saturday mornings.

Each year, we print a Yizkor Book which contains the Yizkor Service, a list of the synagogue’s Memorial Plaques, and a memorial to the Six Million and Israeli victims. Not only is this book substantial and permanent, but those who wish may take it home for use during the year.

Memorial Plaques A memorial plaque is a wonderful way to remember your loved ones. Plaques are cast in bronze and placed in our sanctuary.

If you would like to purchase a plaque please contact the office for an order form. Cost is $500. Plaques ordered by August 1, 2022 will be dedicated at the Yom Kippur Yizkor Service on September 25, 2022.

I urge you to take advantage of this opportunity, as a way of remembering those dearest to us, and at the same time helping our congregation. An order form is printed below.

The response last year was wonderful! I hope that you will participate this year.

Many people pre-order memorial plaques for themselves to reserve a spot next to a spouse or other family members. Prepayment for these plaques can be arranged through the CBI office 419.517.8400.

Shana Tova - A Blessed Year, Hazzan Ivor Lichterman

PLEASE LET US KNOW

YAHRZEIT NOTICES...

If you or someone you know is in the hospital and would appreciate a phone call from the Hazzan, please call the office at 419.517.8400. Due to HIPAA privacy regulations, hospitals do not notify clergy if a member is admitted.

If you are not receiving a yahrzeit notice for a friend or relative and would like one sent annually, please call the office. We will need the English date of death.

The 5783 Yizkor Book - “In Remembrance” The “IN REMEMBRANCE” section of the Yizkor book for 5783, includes a list of names submitted by our members and friends as personal memorials. A minimum contribution of $18.00 per memorial name/per donor. Please return the form below along with your check by Monday, August 15, 2022.

2022. If you wish to maintain your entry from last year, you need do nothing. The synagogue will bill you.

Names should be printed the way you wish them to appear in the program.

IN MEMORY OF:

REMEMBERED BY:

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Make checks payable to Congregation B’nai Israel. Credit cards also accepted.

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Events The Joint Book Clubs of CONGREGATION B'NAI ISRAEL, CONGREGATION ETZ CHAYIM, & CONGREGATION SHOMER EMUNIM cordially invite you to a Joint Synagogue Book Club meeting and luncheon Wednesday, July 27, 2022 - Lunch at 12:00 PM, Program at 1:00 PM at Congregation Etz Chayim $10 per person, payable at the door Join us as we welcome Author, Jeffrey J. Gordon who will present his book,

"Mah-Jongg in 1920's Popular Culture: Illustrated Sets & Rules of Play" Mr. Gordon will attend the luncheon and sign copies of his book which will be available for purchase at the program.

Mah-Jongg in 1920s Popular Culture: Illustrated Sets and Rules of Play by Jeffrey J. Gordon is an expanded guide to his Mah-Jongg Sets and How the Game was Played in the 1920s. It retains the geography, history, Jewish contribution, and exceptional importance of Mah-Jongg in 1920s popular culture, as well as explaining Mah-Jongg set components and game play. It also retains detailed coverage of the many varieties of 1920s Mah-Jongg sets showing their boxes, tiles, dice, wind discs, counters, instruction booklets, and racks. In addition, many full color illustrations of the most striking boxes and English translations of the Chinese writing on boxes and tiles are included. This welcome book fills a gap and is sure to be appreciated by Mah-Jongg players and collectors.

Please RSVP to Elsa Leveton at 419.473.2401 or email elsa@etzchayimtoledo.org by July 20, 2022.

The book is available through Amazon.com, Books-A-Million, and other on-line booksellers.

SAVE THE DATE:

2022 Habitat for Humanity Faith Build

Rosh Chodesh Elul

This summer, Habitat for Humanity has organized a Faith Build. The Jewish community's involvement in this project is co-sponsored by Congregation B'nai Israel, Congregation Etz Chayim, Temple Shomer Emunim, and the Jewish Community Relations Council.

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 6:00 PM In-Person at CBI

The Toledo Jewish Community Build Day will take place Thursday, July 14, 2022

Come and join us as we prepare for the New Year with a honey tasting and another wonderful dinner.

RSVP to Judy Weinberg at judyweinberg@bex.net by August 17th.

There will be an Interfaith Build Day with Sylvania United Church of Christ on Friday, July 8, 2022

The registration fee for this program is $10. Please make your check out to: Women of CBI and mail to: Sandy Traugott, 4755 Parklands Dr., Sylvania, OH 43560.

A third build day will be announced soon NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS

For questions or to volunteer, contact kbrody@cbitoledo.org or Adrienne Goldberg at agoldbergart@gmail.com

The Tikkun Olam for this program will be a monetary donation to purchase needed items for the CBI kitchens.

If you are in need of transportation assistance, please contact judyweinberg@bex.net 5

toledo jewish film festival 8th

opening night double feature

Closing Night Greener Pastures

Monday, July 25 | 7 p.m. ***Israeli snack night***

The Automat (Horn & Hardart Movie) - and -

The Gefilte Film

Greener Pastures - Dov (75) a widower, lives in a nursing home where he feels like he's in jail. He dreams of buying back his old house and returning live there, but he has no money since losing his pension, and he blames the State. When he realizes that everyone in the nursing home consumes state-sponsored medical cannabis, he finds his way out. Not by smoking, but by selling cannabis, which he gets from the other tenants. When love, police, and the local mafia enter the picture, Dov finds himself at a crossroads where he must decide whether he would be willing to risk everything for what really matters to him.

Running time - 90 minutes, Hebrew

Monday, July 11 | 7 p.m. ***Coffee & Pie Bar*** The Automat - The history of the now-defunct Horn and Hardart chain of coin-operated Automat restaurants is detailed through historical material and interviews—often hysterically funny—with New Yorkers and Philadelphians who recall the golden age of automated dining. Interviewees include Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and more.

Running time – 79 minutes, English The Gefilte Film - Each year the Hermelin family of Detroit comes together to celebrate Passover by eating gefilte fish. The signature dish becomes a lightning rod in which the Hermelins project their feelings about family, identity, tradition, struggle, loss-and as always, love.

Running time – 11 minutes, English

mmunity toledo jewish co film festival 2022

To Life!

Fiddler’s Journey to the Big Screen

Featuring in-person Q&A with actress Neva Small (Chava) Monday, July 18 | 7 p.m.

Fifty years after the life-affirming tale of Tevye the milkman leaped from stage to screen, the beloved movie’s complete “makingof” odyssey is now told. Rare on-location footage and newly found stills put viewers in the director’s chair, while the filmmakers, key collaborators, and cast – including lead actor Topol – offer surprising production anecdotes. This engrossing insider account captures the triumphs and trials of the creative process, and Fiddler’s unparalleled impact as a cultural force. Running time - 88 minutes, English Neva Small is an American theatrical, film, and television actress and singer. She made her singing debut at the age of 10 with New York City Opera as Beverly Sills’ daughter. She made her Broadway debut the following year in Jule Styne’s musical Something More playing Barbara Cook’s daughter. She is best known for her portrayal of Chava, Tevye’s third daughter, in the 1971 film Fiddler on the Roof. Her signature role remains a classic. Neva has distinguished herself as a singer and actress in theaters and concert halls across America, on film, and on television.

How to purchase your tickets

By Phone: 419-724-0351

By Email: sherry@jewishtoledo.org Online: form.jotform.com/jewishtoledo/jewishfilms At the door on a first come, first served basis. Seating is limited.

Questions Parking Please contact Hallie Freed at 419-724Free parking is available outside of 0362 or hallie@jewishtoledo.org the Lourdes Franciscan Center.

Generously supported by James Fox Family Funds

All movies will be shown at Lourdes University Franciscan Theatre, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, OH Cost per person ** All pre-purchased tickets and General Admission - $10 per film passes will be available the day Series Package - $25 all 3 dates of each film Concessions Snacks and beverages will be available at all screenings (unless otherwise noted). This is included in your ticket price.

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Contributions Hiddur/Kiddush Fund (cont.)

CONTRIBUTION LEVELS: Minimum Contribution * denotes B’nai Mitzvah ** denotes Chai *** denotes Silver **** denotes Double Chai Gold Contribution Platinum Contribution Platinum Chai Contribution Sapphire Contribution Ruby Contribution Emerald Contribution Diamond Contribution

$10.00 $13.00 $18.00 $25.00 $36.00 $50.00 $100.00 $180.00 $250.00 $500.00 $750.00 $1000.00+ $1000.00+

All contributions listed were made on or before June 15, 2022

SPEEDY RECOVERY: Larry Johnson , Speedy Recovery Rhoda Miller** Leroy Rosenberg

Cal & Art Katz Sanctuary Fund YAHRZEIT: Molly Katz, Beloved Grandmother E. Mitchell Kaufman, Beloved Father

Susan & Steve Kaufman***

Sherwin & Naomi Kripke Fund Alan Barry

IN MEMORY OF: Stacey & Harley Kripke**

Samuel Danziger

Building Beautification Fund

Evelyn Auslander

IN HONOR OF: Phyllis & Richard Bernstein, Special Anniversary

Nancy & Gary Beren Rebecca Federman, Graduation & Engagement Sharon Hoicowitz**

Cantor's Discretionary Fund IN MEMORY OF: Ellen Chabler Bonnie Ross &

Richard Herman YAHRZEIT: Mariya Meylakhov Galina & Val Kagan** Calvin Lieberman

Karen Lieberman & Bruce Lieberman ****

Howard Smith

Rene' & Rich Rusgo & Family****

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Norman Gudelman Fannie Gudelman, Barry

Gudelman & Family, Rina

Gudelman Segall & Family

Harry Gometz Fund IN MEMORY OF: Alan Barry Samuel Danziger Harriet & Marty Davis** Florence Shavin

YAHRZEIT: Rona & Paul Rothschild***

Hiddur/Kiddush Fund IN HONOR OF: Phyllis Diamond, Special Birthday

Nancy & Gary Beren Engagement of Rebecca Federman & Hillel Gross

Irina, Greg & Jenny Zaurov Marriage of Helen Grubb & Kris Mann Howard

Howard & Ann Rosenberg***

YAHRZEIT: Ann & Howard Rosenberg***

Eta & Randy Auslander** YAHRZEIT: Fran & Chuck Weinblatt**

Library Fund - GOLD -

IN HONOR OF:

Engagement of Rebecca Federman & Hillel Gross Joe Wittenberg SPEEDY RECOVERY: Larry Johnson , Speedy Recovery

Sharon & Sanford Stein* Ellen Chabler

IN MEMORY OF: Esther Kezur & Harvey Malone

Libby Zankel Harry Zankel

YAHRZEIT: Esther Kezur & Harvey Malone

Carol Sacks

Sharon & Sanford Stein**

Edward Sperling

Cathy & Steve Sperling***

Michael & Renee Quiroga Fund IN HONOR OF: Morgan Isenberg passing the Bar Exam

Diane & Jeff Goldstein IN MEMORY OF: Samuel Danziger Diane & Jeff Goldstein

Bobbi & Amy Rosenbloom Fund IN MEMORY OF: Robert Weinman Barbara & Bud McGrew**

Safety & Security Fund IN HONOR OF: Marriage of Helen & Kris Mann

Cathy & Steve Sperling Linda Moskowitz, Special Birthday Dena & David Zack, Special Anniversary

Jan & Tom Kasle** Sandy Traugott, Special Birthday Susan Richards*** Ann

Ann & Howard Rosenberg*** Phyllis & Richard Bernstein, Special Anniversary

Barbara & Bud McGrew*** SPEEDY RECOVERY: Larry Johnson , Speedy Recovery

Sandy & Chuck Traugott** Louise Barkan

IN MEMORY OF: Cathy & Steve Sperling

Samuel Danziger

Michelle Kart** YAHRZEIT: Marvin Karp

Sylvia Karp Peter Traugott

Sandy, Chuck, Kari & Jay Traugott**

David Scheer

Marvin & Kathy Scheer**

Dorothy J. Steinberg Joseph Beren Nancy & Gary Beren** Bertha Schreiber

Andrea & Gary Urie**

Rose Baker

Ronni Arden****

- GOLD -

David Scheer

Marianne Scheer & Family

Abe & Dorothy Steinberg SKIP Fund Louise Barkan

IN MEMORY OF: Doris & Buz Steinberg

Samuel Danziger

Doris & Buz Steinberg***

YAHRZEIT: Eve Friedman, Beloved Aunt Rhoda Miller L. A. Miller, Jr.

Rhoda Miller & Family**

Summer Youth & Activities Fund Religious School Fund IN HONOR OF: Rona & Paul Rothschild, Special Anniversary

Gail & Leon Kwait** IN MEMORY OF: Ellen Chabler Arlene & Jerry Russell Isadore Leibovitz

IN HONOR OF: Marriage of Becca & Matthew Niejadlik Judy Gersz** Louise Barkan

IN MEMORY OF: Judy Gersz**

YAHRZEIT: Lois Levison

Rabbi Aaron Intrater Lisa & Neal Intrater**** 7

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July Yahrzeits 1

Tammuz 2

Harry Borenstein, Harry Fradkin , Sylvia Karp, Samuel Katz, Richard Lazar, Harold S. Siegel, Beatrice Gisser

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Tammuz 3

Susan Albert, Miriam Cohen, Donald Connor, Betty Goldman, Nathan Karp, Reuben Wolkoff, Libbie Zankel

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Tammuz 4

Evelyn Louise Auslander, Edsel Benstein, Zella Stahl

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Tammuz 5

Pearl Mannison, Thelma Meyer, Raphael Teitlebaum, Isadore Weinstein

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Tammuz 6

Mary Topper

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Tammuz 7

Gertrude Perlmutter

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Tammuz 8

Rosalind Levison, Nettie Nistel, Ida Schall, Shirley Solomon

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Tammuz 9

Bertha Schreiber, Irving Shyavitz, Eva Wengrow

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Tammuz 10 Rose Baker, Robert Issacson, Harry Rosen, Howard Smith, A.H. Steinberg

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Sharron Abramson, Raymond Duckworth, Saul Feilhardt, Mollie Kornblet, Rebecca Shopneck

Tammuz 12 Solomon Cohn, Jacob Leizerman, Max Newmark, Philip Rogolsky, Sylvia Rosenberg, Peter Traugott, Ida B. Walkin

12 Tammuz 13 Ellen Adler, Hy Burack, Minnie Goldstein, Sydney P. Green, Henry C. Greenberg 13 Tammuz 14 Bessie Goodman, Robin Elin Greenberg, Hildegarde Saxon, Florence Shavin 14 Tammuz 15 Sarah Arkin, Charles Perlman, Pearl Goodman Taylor 15 Tammuz 16 Murray Garfinkel, Dorothy Kahn, David Scheer 16 Tammuz 17 Pauline Baron, Bessie Friedman, Joan Hittleman, Calvin Lieberman, Carol Sacks, Morris Sherman 17 Tammuz 18 Abraham Goodman, Norman Gudelman, Bertha Katz, Joseph Klein, Max Sherman 18 Tammuz 19 Boris Karasik, Carmen Quiroga, Jack Radin, Edward Sperling 19 Tammuz 20 Sarah Ann Anchel, Joseph Beren, Dorothy Gluck, Eva Jacobs, David Katz, Rose Levin, Donald Navis 20 Tammuz 21 Edward Cohen, Mariya Meylakhov, Barney Romanoff, Zwi Taub 21 Tammuz 22 Mindel Cusnir, Rabbi Michael Lichtenstein, Lewis Malkin, Martha Waldman, Lois Wexler 22 Tammuz 23 Claire Glasser, Julius Jacobs, Yetta Katcher, Mollie Katz, Adolph Wiegler 23 Tammuz 24 Jennie Fruchtman, Jean Mann, Ruth Robbins, Hyman Shopneck 24 Tammuz 25 Bess Albert, Myron Edelstein, Irving Michaels 25 Tammuz 26 Lillie Brassloff, Jules Joseph 26 Tammuz 27 Fred Applebaum, Julius Boss, Samuel Mann, Marjorie Reinwald Romanoff, Lena Shall 27 Tammuz 28 Yisrael Ornan, Stella Shall 28 Tammuz 29 Lillian Barry, Ben Berenson, Vera Cohen, Harry I. Edelstein, Gertrude Leib, Sharon Meinwald, Sylvia Roberts, Harriet Tuschman 29 Av 1

Leroy Rosenberg, Harry Stark, Dorothy J. Steinberg

30 Av 2

E. Mitchell Kaufman, Herman Moss

31 Av 3

William Horwitz, William Sherman, Rhona Weinstein

Tribute Fund

Tribute Fund (cont.)

Tribute Fund (cont.)

IN HONOR OF: Marriage of Helen & Kris Mann

Fran & Chuck Weinblatt Andrea

Andrea & Adam Goldberg****

IN MEMORY OF: Ellen Chabler Janet Rogolsky Phyllis & Charles Wittenberg**

YAHRZEIT:

Phyllis & Richard Bernstein, Special Anniversary

Shirley & Zale Kohler**** SPEEDY RECOVERY: Phyllis Bernstein, Speedy Recovery

Barbara & Bud McGrew*** Larry Johnson, Speedy Recovery Fagie Benstein** IN MEMORY OF: Ellen Chabler Gertie Levitin Marlene Russell

Samuel Danziger Michael & Cathy Gordon** Ilene Miller** Robert Weinman

Marlene Russell

Alan Barry

Nora Romanoff & Eli Abramson***

YAHRZEIT: Ida Schall, Beloved Mother

Susan & Alan Schall Ivy Phillips Edward Barrack

Mark Friedman 8

Bess Albert

Larry Albert

Ida Walkin

Saundra Yaffee**

Lillian Barry Beatrice Gisser

Cathy & Michael Barry** Gabrielle & Michael Mallin & Family****

Sylvia Rosenberg

Linda & Howard Moskowitz***

David & Joan Katz

Frances Wexler

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CBI Attendance Guidelines CBI Guidelines for In-Person Attendance

CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL STAFF

UPDATE:

Ivor Lichterman Hazzan ilichterman@cbitoledo.org

ALL congregants are welcomed back to in-person services regardless of vaccine status.

Howard Rosenbaum

Minyan Leader

Gabrielle Mallin Administrator gmallin@cbitoledo.org

Mask-wearing at in-person CBI services and programs for fully vaccinated and boostered attendees is OPTIONAL.

Kim Brody Education & Program Coord. kbrody@cbitoledo.org Rhoda Miller Membership Coordinator rmiller@cbitoledo.org

Un-vaccinated attendees are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to wear a mask while in the building.

COVID-related attendance policies will continue to remain fluid and be adjusted as determined by the CBI Board and COVID environmental factors.

Karen McQuade

Kitchen Supervisor

Larry Johnson

Building Supervisor

CBI

We realize that COVID will be a long-term issue so we feel that we should no longer exclude any of our fellow congregants.

The CBI board will adjust masking, distancing and other policies as needed to best protect everyone.

How to access CBI Live Stream Services

Thank you for your understanding in this challenging time.

On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone: Phone: • Go to the CBI website, cbitoledo.org.

• At the top of the home page click on the "Live Stream" tab.

• When the page opens, you will be connected to the CBI live stream service.

On your Television Television:: You can also access the live stream services through your television if you have a "smart" TV, Roku or streaming stick which gives you access to YouTube.

How to access CBI Zoom Programs & Services

• Click on the YouTube icon on your TV.

• Check your email for the Zoom link and password for CBI Zoom services.

• When YouTube opens, search for "Congregation B'nai Israel Sylvania, Ohio".

Ohio".

• Click on the link in the body of the email.

• Be sure to click on the listing that has the photo with Jewish star (see photo above).

• If you have never used Zoom, you will be prompted to follow steps to download it on your computer.

• We recommend that you "subscribe" to the channel so you can easily locate the live stream for future services.

• After that is successful, click on the link provided in the email, type in the provided password and you will be connected to the Zoom service.

• We also highly recommend connecting to the live stream services on your TV as it is the most immersive and closest experience, short of being in the synagogue.

A link and passcode will be emailed to congregants.

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Be advised that scheduled services and events shown in this calendar may be cancelled, time adjusted, or postponed. We will keep you informed by email on a regular basis if there are any changes.

Greetings from Israel!

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Hope and Maya enjoy Ahava facials

A solemn visit to Yad Vashem

Floating in the Dead Sea

Theodore Herzl's gravesite

Our travelers encountered a group of Israeli soldiers at Mt. Herzl

Exploring the ancient ruins at Beit She'an National Park

At Mt. Bental, the group took in the panoramic views of the mountain and saw the old Syrian military bunkers from the battle for the Golan Heights

At Kfar Kedem, the group donned period tunics, rode donkeys, learned about life in biblical times, and prepared a meal in the manner of our ancestors

CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL CBI EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CBI BOARD OF TRUSTEES

President Corey Russell

Paul Causman

Adrienne Goldberg

Jack Katz

Vice President of Administration

Ian Katz

Debbie Katz Liebenthal

Dale Levy

Howard Moskowitz

Vice President of Ritual Affairs

Tom Kasle

Michael Tamor

Fran Weinblatt

Ellen Wilensky

Vice President of Youth Activities

Kris Mann

Dena Zack Past Presidents: Presidents:

Buz Romanoff

Howard Rosenberg

Honorary Board Members:

Phyllis Diamond

Howard Rosenbaum

Secretary Cathy Sperling Treasurer Robert Kripke

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Mazal Tov & L'Chaim!

Please let the office know if you have a simcha or special news that you would like to share with our congregation.

CONGREGATION B'NAI ISRAEL BULLETIN 6525 Sylvania Ave Sylvania OH 43560

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We will happily post details and photos in the CBI Bulletin, if space allows.

Deadline is the 15th of the previous month. Please call the office at 419-517-8400.

CBI Office Hours Mon. - Fri.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturdays

CLOSED

*Sundays

9:30 AM - 11:30 PM

*when Religious School classes are held in the building (see the monthly calendar)

CBI Library Books to Read or Re-read In addition to our wonderful selection of fiction and non-fiction books, our CBI library has a small collection of DVD’s and books on tape for you to borrow. If interested, please contact Cathy Sperling at (419) 841-1927 to assist you in checking them out and to arrange pick up.

The Jews of New York is a 70-minute DVD which profiles Jewish individuals and institutions that changed the face of New York. Woven together with expert commentary by award-winning actor Tovah Feldshuh (GOLDA'S BALCONY), it presents a broad spectrum of the ways in which the Jewish community has impacted secular New York life from the earliest immigrants through today. These slices of Jewish life in New York reflect the larger community experience - what one people did for a city, and what the city did for them - from medicine to politics; from finance to Broadway; from real estate to retail, including a business that truly represents the quintessential 'flavor' of New York - delicatessen. The Jews of New York debuted in 2008 on New York’s WLIW television.

Walking the Bible - A Journey By Land Through the Five Books of Moses is a 2 DVD film with the running time of 168 minutes. Both a heart-racing adventure and an uplifting quest, Walking the Bible presents one man’s epic journey by foot, jeep, rowboat, and camel through the greatest stories ever told. From crossing the Red Sea to climbing Mount Sinai to touching the burning bush, Bruce Feiler’s inspiring odyssey will bring these well-known bible stories alive. You will visit the slopes of Mount Ararat, where Noah’s ark landed, trek the desert outpost where Abraham first heard the words of God, and scale the summit where Moses received the Ten Commandments. Walking the Bible uncovers fresh answers to the most profound questions of the human spirit. New York debuted in 2008 on New York’s WLIW television.

Have you visited the CBI Library Lounge?

The Library committee has created our lounge in the former children's play room. We hope you will come in, sit, relax, and peruse some of our newest literary acquisitions during the hours that the synagogue is open. You are welcome to borrow any of these books, as long as you sign them out in our provided card box. For security purposes, please contact the office (419.517.8400) before you arrive.