September 2026 : Elul 5786 ~ Tishrei 5787 6525 Sylvania Avenue • Sylvania, OH 43560 • 419-517-8400 • cbitoledo.org
160 Years of Consecrated Service to God, Torah & Israel A Congregation Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
CBI SELICHOT PROGRAM & SERVICE front page
NOTES FROM THE RABBI page 2
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE page 3
CBI Selichot Program & Service
Join us for a meaning ful introduction to the High Holy Days
Saturday, September 5, 202 2026 6
beginning at 7:30 PM In-Person and Live Stream 7:30 PM: Mincha & Third Meal (In-Person) 8:35 8: 35 PM: Maariv & Havdalah, Selichot Program & Service
CONGREGATIONAL NEWS page 4-6
CBI MEMBERS RECOGNIZED AT FEDERATION ANNUAL MEETING page 5-6
NEW MEZUZAHS INSTALLED AT CBI page 6
HIGH HOLIDAYS 2026/5787 page 7-10
HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES & CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES page 7
HELP BUILD THE CBI SUKKAH HIGH HOLIDAY BABYSITTING CONNECTING KIDS TO MEALS page 8
Rabbi Marsh & David Friedes will take us through the penitential prayers of the High Holidays and our sanctuary Torah mantles will be switched over to white. NO COST for CBI members, however voluntary donations would be appreciated. Please let us know if you would like to donate when you make your reservation. RSVP to Shira Hartmen at shira@cbitoledo.org or call the office at 419.517.8400 by Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
TASHLICH, KEVER AVOT JR. CONGREGATION CBI BREAK THE FAST page 9
SUKKOT DINNER AT CBI SIMCHAT TORAH CELEBRATION page 10
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL NEWS page 10
AUGUST CONTRIBUTIONS page 12-13
SEPTEMBER YAHRZEITS page 13
SEPTEMBER 2026 CALENDAR page 15
CBI STAFF & BOARD OF TRUSTEES back page
Notes from the Rabbi Some Breathtaking Facts About Rosh haShanah (and Beyond) We are fast approaching Rosh haShanah, the so-called "Jewish New Year" (although, as I've mentioned before, it's really more like when Jews celebrate the New Year for the World, the anniversary of Creation). How is this described in the Torah? Well... it's actually never called Rosh haShanah anywhere in the Torah. It is referred to twice, but only as "the first day of the seventh month". Yes, that's right: we celebrate the new year in the seventh month of the year. Why? Because the real Jewish New Year, which is actually mentioned in the Torah, is in the spring - the month we call Nissan today, when we went free from Egypt. Also, we love the number seven! Getting back to our actual upcoming holiday: if the Torah doesn't treat it as the beginning of the year, then what does it say about it? Well, it says to refrain from servile creative-work (like other holy-days) and to bring a special set of sacrifices (similar to other holidays; though, these are in addition to the ones for the beginning of any month). It does not offer any rationale for this day as a commemoration of Creation or any other historical event, and quickly moves on to talk about Yom Kippur, suggesting the first day of the month was a prelude to the latter holiday - which it still is in many ways today. It does, however, tell us one more thing about this day, that is unique to this one holiday: that we are obligated to make blasts on it. It says that in both the places the holiday is mentioned, using the word "teruah "teruah"" which is a type of crying out, as well. In one place it is called a "day of teruah" and in the other "a remembrance of teruah", though, again, it doesn't tell us what it might be for remembering. Only much later do we find it being treated as a New Year's day and the anniversary of Creation. The first record we have of that is in the Mishnah (finalized early 3rd century CE), but there is speculation that it was influenced by a Babylonian New Year's celebration far earlier, which also would have been where its month got the name "Tishrei". Not long after the Babylonian Exile, the Book of Nechemiah tells us that Ezra the Scribe held an all-morning public Torah reading on this date, but that seems like it could have been a one-time situation and doesn't tell us how the day was seen at that point, except that it was already a holy day and people were supposed to have festive meals. Let's get back to these blasts, though, because they are the one special rite of the day that is mentioned from the time of the Torah and practiced right through to the present day. I'm sure you are picturing a shofar, but the odd thing is that the Torah never explicitly tells us on what kind of instrument to make these blasts. It does, however, tell us that a shofar is to be used on Yom Kippur during the Yovel/Jubilee year (every 50th year) when all land in Israel was returned to its original owners. From that, and the passed-down tradition, we extrapolate that the blasts on Rosh haShanah also are to be on a shofar. Now, the details of how to do the shofar blasts get all complicated. There are two types of blasts: tekiah and teruah that are required, but a disagreement about what the latter sounds like led us to doing it multiple ways to make sure we've got it right: what we call today teruah teruah,, shevarim,, and shevarim-teruah shevarim shevarim-teruah.. That caused us to go from three cycles of required blasts to nine cycles of blasts. Then, another similar set of nine cycles was added in Musaf (maybe because people were coming late?). Then, someone decided 100 was a nice, round, mystical number to go for. The blasts themselves have specific requirements too: even though the patterns are different, each pattern needs to last the same length (except the extra-long final blast), and each pattern is required to use exactly one breath. This raises a question for the shevarim-teruah pattern which is a composite wailing/crying sound requiring an uninterrupted three medium notes followed by nine short notes. Because of its composite nature, it raises the question of whether all twelve notes are one unit and have to be in the same breath or whether because it is a composite, you can stop for breath between the three and the nine. Some authorities forbid breathing in-between, and others understand "uninterrupted" in a less strict sense and allow a short breath. There are many congregations that do it with no breath during the Torah Service and with a short breath during Musaf to compromise. So, while the shofar may be the highlight of the service for most people, the shofar-blower has a lot of detail to worry about and, ironically, is the least likely one to be having a blast. Interestingly, outside of Rosh haShanah, Judaism has some other traditions of doing things "in one breath". One of the strangest quirks in reading the Megillah on Purim is that near the end, there is a section that includes the names of Haman's ten sons (in giant script!) which has to be read all in one breath. This is not just an embellishment but specifically required by the Talmud and later sources. There are even some authorities who go as far as to say that members of the congregation should also read this section in one breath. But why? The Talmud tells us that it is to indicate Haman's ten sons were all executed simultaneously. Some have suggested that this parallels Haman's own intent to kill all the Jews on one day indiscriminately without regard for their individuality. Reversal is a big theme of Purim and the Megillah. Even lesser known than these is a single-breath practice connected to the prayer Yishtabach which closes the P'sukei D'zimra (Verses of Song) section every morning. In that blessing, there are 15 "expressions of praise" befitting God (starting with the word "Shir/song") that are not to be interrupted. The 15 expressions are understood as one unit, and the number 15 recurs as significant in Judaism. For example, there were 15 steps up to the Temple with 15 "Shir haMa-alot" Psalms recited: one for each step up. There are also 15 words in the Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing). Interestingly, there is symmetry: Yishtabach is us blessing God, and the Birkat Kohanim is God blessing us. With Yishtabach, once again, some authorities have a strict understanding that "no interruptions" means "one breath", but others suggest that this would make the prayer too rapid and, in fact, disrespectful to God (who we are supposed to be praising) and therefore one must go slowly and take breaths. Everyone agrees that any other interruptions in the middle of these words would be bad, but to breathe or not to breathe - that is the question. I am aware that this article is already getting a bit long-winded, but I do want to add that I also have a Passover seder custom (that I'm not sure where it came from) involving a challenge to sing each verse of the song "Chad Gadya" in one breath (which gets increasingly harder as you go along). Does anyone else do this, or did I just make it up a kid? All in all, these "single breath" practices seem to be designed to stress the unity of the thing we are doing without interruption. Are there other similar practices that you're aware of which I missed? If so, I'd be interested to hear from you. But I won't hold my breath waiting...
Rabbi Aaron Marsh
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President's Message The Boys (and Girls) Are Back In Town As I write this, I am happy to report that our religious school has started the year with an increase in students! Shira Hartman, our new Religious School Facilitator and Programming Coordinator, has been working so hard since her arrival as a member of our team and the results are evident. Stay tuned for more updates on our classes. In mid-July, Josh Sherman, who chairs our Youth Activities & Religious School Committee, held a meeting that included the parents of those students (now committee members), Rabbi Marsh, Shira Hartman and Kim Brody. After much discussion, they voted in favor of moving Wednesday Hebrew School from Chabad back to our synagogue for 4th and 7th graders. This decision was made by prioritizing each student’s individual needs and what parents believed would best benefit their children. Based on that meeting, your Executive Committee formally approved the move, starting August 26th. CBI’s Hebrew School hours initially will be 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Those hours will extend to 6:30 on selected Wednesdays following a Sunday holiday, bad weather, or anything causing Sunday School to be cancelled. In our Hebrew School, 4th and 7th graders will develop greater comfort with Hebrew and gain knowledge of Israel through 1) Hebrew reading and writing; 2) basic conversational Hebrew (involving everyday words, colors, numbers, weather, days and common expressions) and 3) learning about Israeli music and culture. They will make connections between the Hebrew of prayers and the Hebrew spoken by modern Israelis. Coordinating with Rabbi Marsh, Josh Sherman’s committee extended current Sunday School hours for 3rd, 4th and 7th graders from 9:00 AM until noon. Rabbi Marsh moved up Sunday morning Minyan to start at 9:00 AM, allowing those grades to participate in a prayer service before their classes begin at 9:30 AM. (It would be terrific if families prayed together for 30 minutes!) Younger K-2 students will start at 9:30 AM and finish at 11:30 AM. Thanks to a generous grant from the Women of CBI, our Sunday School continues to be free for member parents in good standing. The Sunday School curriculum somewhat backs up our Hebrew School’s, but adds Jewish values, kashrut, biblical stories, plus songs and games. Both schools will use materials designed specifically for the students’ ages, learning needs and educational development, similar to the Montessori teaching method. We’ve also added two new teachers: Gina Black and Anita Ross are joining Megan VanDyke and Paulette Sherline. Megan will teach K/2nd graders; Gina & Anita will educate 3rd & 4th graders (Anita only for Hebrew School) while Paulette will teach the 7th graders. Harris and Dylan Merer, will act as teacher's aides to the teachers on both Sundays and Wednesdays. Besides the August 23rd time change for Sunday morning Minyan, the evening Zoom link - as of July 27 now serves for both morning and evening minyans and for Kabbalat Shabbat services held in the chapel. Now it’s time to thank volunteers. Present at Connecting Kids in July were Rabbi Marsh, Joyce Moran, Ellen Federman, and Sue Wilson. Wilson. August bulletin volunteers were Joel Levitan, Dena Zack, Alice Applebaum, Miriam Beckerman, Jack Katz, Jan Kasle and Jerry Russell, Russell, who labels each one and delivers them to USPS. Yes, another congregant has newly stepped forward to help out. I’m grateful to see this number growing since I’ve been President. It a small part of Tikkun Olam, but every bit counts. Can I count on you to join?
Tom Kasle, CBI President
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Congregational News September Special Birthdays
1:1 Matching Funds Tepper Grant awarded to CBI
A Hearty Mazal Tov & Happy Birthday wishes to the following congregants on the occasion of their milestone birthdays!
Shirley Kohler
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Michael Dorf Leon Kwait
The Jewish Federation & Foundation of Greater Toledo has approved a 1:1 Matching Funds Tepper Grant to Congregation B’nai Israel for the total amount of $4050. This grant is for security for children’s programs and attendance at CBI. To receive the funds, CBI must raise $2025 by February 15, 2027 which will be matched by the Tepper Foundation. If you would like to support this effort, donations should be made directly to JFGT (not to CBI). On your comptuer, type in the following link to make your donation: https:// tinyurl.com/cbitepper or you can go to the donation page on the jewishtoledo.org website and click donate on the box named “CBI-Tepper Matching Security Grant Fund”. Thank you for your support!
92nd 92 nd Birthday
September 1 September 9
September Special Anniversaries No September Special Anniversaries
Join the CBI Sukkah Hop!
Special Birthdays & Anniversaries reflect the "0" or "5" year of the birthday or anniversary.
This year, Sukkot begins on the evening of Friday, September 26th and ends on Friday, October 2nd. Are you planning to put up a sukkah at your home this year?
New Members
If the answer is yes, we hope you will consider welcoming CBI members to your sukkah as part of the CBI Sukkah Hop! Last year, the attendees visited sukkot at three CBI members homes and everyone had a truly wonderful and meaningful experience! Contact Miriam Beckerman with any questions at wcbi@cbitoledo.org.
OUR SYNAGOGUE FAMILY WELCOMES NEW MEMBER Al Bloom
Sandra Herman
CBI Office HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Mon. Sept. 7
Labor Day
Fri. Sept. 11 (at noon)
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Mon. Sept. 21
Yom Kippur
Mazal Tov to... • A double Mazal Tov to Stu Goldberg! Eastman & Smith announced that partner Stuart J. Goldberg is the 2026 recipient of the Toledo Junior Bar Association's Order of the Heel Award, one of the Toledo legal community's most respected honors.Stu demonstrated exceptional dedication to mentoring and supporting young lawyers through the selfless contribution of time, talent and leadership. In addition, United Way of Greater Toledo also welcomed Stu as their incoming Chairman of the Board.
Toledo Jewish Cemeteries
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Beth Shalom, Oregon • Eagle Point, Rossford Fri. Sept. 11 Sat. Sept. 12 Sun. Sept. 13
Erev Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah - Day 1 Rosh Hashanah - Day 2
Closed 4:00 PM Closed Closed
Sun. Sept. 20 Mon. Sept. 21
Erev Yom Kippur Yom Kippur
Closed Closed
Fri. Sept. 25 Sat. Sept. 26 Sun. Sept. 27
Erev Sukkot Sukkot - Day 1 Sukkot - Day 2
Closed 4:00 PM Closed Closed
Fri. Oct. 2 Sat. Oct. 3 Sun. Oct. 4
Erev Shemini Atzeret Shemini Atzeret Simchat Torah
Closed 4:00 PM Closed Closed
Regular hours are: Sunday through Thursday 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM Friday for Sabbath Eve 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Closed Saturday for Shabbat
• Debbie & David Perlmutter, and Margie & Bill Thickstun on the birth of their granddaughter, Anne Miriam Thickstun. Proud parents are Leah Perlmutter & John Thickstun. • Diane & Jim Perlman on the birth of their granson, Otto Wild Bursztynski. Proud parents are Hilary & Brandon Bursztynski.
SAVE THE DATE EVENT:
WCBI Women's Day of Learning Thursday, November 5, 2026 4
Details to follow in upcoming bulletins
Congregational News CBI Members Recognized at Federation Annual Meeting On August 30, 2026 the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo held their Annual Meeting. A number of CBI members were recognized with special awards. On behalf of everyone at CBI we wish them a hearty Mazal Tov!
JAN & TOM KASLE ~ Recipients of the Shining Light Award Over the years, Jan has served on the Jewish Senior, Family & Social Service (JSFSS) Board of Directors and the Jewish Community Relations Council committee and volunteered at the JSFSS Food Pantry. Today, she serves as chair of Hillel419, sits on numerous Federation committees, serves on a JSFSS committee, and is an active member of Congregation B'nai Israel, where she serves on several committees. She has also delivered Shabbat bags for Chabad of Toledo. Tom has dedicated decades of service to both the Jewish and greater Toledo communities. Forty years ago, he chaired Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's Leadership Development Committee and served as president of Jewish Family Service when it was an independent agency. He has served on the board of Temple Shomer Emunim and was named Congregant of the Year at Congregation B'nai Israel, where he now serves as president. A longtime Jewish Federation board member in a variety of roles, Tom currently chairs the Programming Committee.
FRAN WEINBLATT
Recipient of the Nancy Newbury Spirit of Jewish Family Service Award Fran continues to be very active at CBI, particularly since her retirement. She has served on its board for 16 years, chairing the programming committee and membership committee for several of those years and on the Executive Board as board secretary. She has been awarded Board Member of the year. She continues to edit the synagogue bulletin monthly and is a regular volunteer with Connecting Kids to Meals, a monthly partnership program that she established three years ago for CBI. Fran attends many of the 60 & Better/senior activities through Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo. “In the last few years, I have been a Patient Advocate for Jewish Senior, Family & Social Service. In this role I drive community members to medical appointments and help to advocate for them during the appointments.” She explained that Jewish Toledo has been a unifying force in the community. “The Federation's efforts are multi-faceted through social services, social and educational programming, interfaith work, combating antisemitism, and more,” she said. “Those are causes which I value and appreciate the Federation's efforts… I hope that Jewish Toledo can continue to be strong as the population declines. It is beneficial to have a choice of religious, social, and educational opportunities from which to choose.”
Young Volunteer Awards ~ SOPHIA CHERNOW & COBIN KATZ Sophia Chernow is an incoming ninth grader at Ottawa Hills High School this fall. “Since my mother [Rachel Chernow] grew up at Congregation B’nai Israel, it means a lot to attend the same synagogue she did,” Sophia said. “Being part of a congregation so central to my family feels incredibly meaningful. My mom and uncle had their consecrations, bar and bat mitzvahs, confirmations, and even my mother’s Aufruf (pre-wedding ceremony) there — the same place where I’ve had my baby naming, consecration, Bat Mitzvah, and most recently, my confirmation… In many ways, B’nai Israel is more than a congregation; it has truly become a second home.” According to Sophia, living in such a small community is meaningful because we all know one another, look out for each other, and many have watched her grow up. “This community feels like one big extended family, and growing up here taught me to care for everyone around me, whether we’re related by blood or not.” Cobin Katz is set to begin 11th grade at Sylvania Southview High School this fall. Being part of Jewish Toledo has made him realize the importance of expressing his Judaism and has given him some of his closest friends. "I think having a smaller Jewish community is not always a bad thing, which I feel is found in our community. Having a smaller circle means you get to know the people around you better which is something I really value," Cobin said. "For thousands of years, Jewish people have looked after one another, continuing that [custom] will let us thrive and show how strong the Jewish community can be." "My parents are the biggest inspiration to me for getting involved; they share news with me about Jewish Toledo, help me keep updated with events I want to go to, and support me with any way I want to participate in the community," Cobin added. "I hope Jewish Toledo will only grow. I want Jewish Toledo to be a place where everyone can come together to have fun and create strong relationships. I hope our local BBYO chapter can become a place for all Jewish teens in Toledo to develop connections while expressing their Judaism." 5
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Congregational News CBI Members Recognized at Federation Annual Meeting (cont.) DEVORAH SHULAMIT
Recipient of the Marjorie Siegel Jewish Communal Service Award of Excellence Devorah’s faith has deepened over the years, even leading her to legally adopt her Hebrew name in 2011. Her involvement in Jewish Toledo spans decades. She joined a havurah (Jewish fellowship) at Congregation B'nai Israel shortly after arriving in town, actively participated in ORT, served on the board of Hadassah, spent a summer as the nurse at Camp Ramah, and dedicated more than 20 years to the Jewish Community Relations Council. She also chaired the Annual Intrafaith Blood Drive among Toledo's three synagogues for 10 years and continues to volunteer through Chabad of Toledo’s Lenny Cares and Loaves of Love. Beyond the Jewish community, Devorah has been an active volunteer with The Victory Center, the Multifaith Council of Northwest Ohio, Race Amity gatherings sponsored by the Baha’i faith, and the Annual Interfaith Blood Drive (recently celebrated its 37th year), helping build meaningful relationships across the region. She said, “We did many programs as part of the Multifaith Banquet; there have been so many programs that have had a positive impact on my life.”
CBI Mezuzah Project:
Many of the doorways in the CBI building don't have Mezuzot
We are asking and encouraging congregants to remedy this by donating mezuzahs and kosher scrolls. Step One: Purchase a mezuzah case. The style of mezuzah is up to you. There are many beautiful mezuzah cases available in our CBI Gift Shop and online. Choose from traditional styles, hobbies, sports, floral, modern, art glass, abstract designs, and more. Some online vendors can personalize the case to honor or memorialize a friend or family member. You can also contact Adam Davis at adamhd31@gmail.com. He can make personalized ceramic mezuzah cases. Step Two: Purchase a kosher mezuzah scroll from the CBI Gift Shop. The cost for the kosher scroll is $50 plus tax.
Two new mezuzahs were donated and recently installed at CBI bringing the total to six!
Step Three: After the mezuzah case and scroll have been purchased, bring to CBI. Rabbi Marsh will plan a ceremony with donors to install (with brachot) the mezuzahs on the doorways at CBI.
Jan & Tom Kasle donated the lovely blue mosaic glass mezuzah located in the Social Hall on the back door leading to the patio.
If you would like to view the available mezuzah cases in the CBI Gift Shop or purchase a mezuzah scroll, the gift shop is open Sunday mornings from 9:30 -11:30 AM when Religious School is in session. During the week, contact the CBI office during business hours M-F, 9am - 3pm at 419-517-8400 to make an appointment.
Linda & Howard Moskowitz donated the elegant pewter mezuzah located at the entryway of the side entrance.
Direct any questions to Dena Zack or Jan Kasle by emailing wcbi@cbitoledo.org.
There are still doorways needing mezuzahs. See the contact information to the left.
SAVE THE DATE EVENT:
CBI Adult Ed Book Club:
connection with the Jewish people at every step of his dazzling ascent. But it also reveals a man of contradictions whose checkered approach to Jewish issues was no less conflicted than the nation he led. Andrew Porwancher is professor of history at Arizona State University. His books include The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton (Princeton) and The Devil Himself: A Tale of Honor, Insanity, and the Birth of Modern America. America.
American Maccabee: Theodore Roosevelt and the Jews by Andrew Porwancher A major biography of a mesmerizing statesman whose complex bond with the Jewish people forever shaped their lives—and his legacy. A scion of the Protestant elite, Theodore Roosevelt was an unlikely ally of the waves of impoverished Jewish newcomers who crowded the docks at Ellis Island. Yet from his earliest years he forged ties with Jews never before witnessed in a president. American Maccabee traces Roosevelt’s deep
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OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS & GUESTS WITH RSVP To RSVP, email Shira Hartman at shira@cbitoledo.org.
High Holidays 2026/5787 High Holiday Services 57 57886 - September/October 2026 This year, Rabbi Aaron Marsh will partner with David Friedes & Hazzan Ivor Lichterman at High Holiday Services KEY: IP = In-Person Services LS = CBI Live Stream Services Z = Zoom Services
• SEPT 22-24 Regularly Scheduled Weekday Svcs
• SAT SEPT 5 SHABBAT/SELICHOT 9:30 AM Shabbat Morning Service - IP/LS 7:30 PM SELICHOT Mincha and Third Meal - IP 8:35 PM Havdalah, Program & Service - IP/LS
• FRI SEPT 25 EREV SUKKOT/EREV SHABBAT 6:00 PM SUKKOT DINNER 7:08 PM Light Shabbat/Holiday Candles 7:15 PM Evening Service – IP/LS (Kiddush & dessert in the Sukkah)
• SUN SEPT 6 9:00 AM Morning Service – Z • SEPT 7 - 10 Regularly Scheduled Weekday Svcs
• SAT SEPT 26 SUKKOT DAY 1/SHABBAT 9:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS (Kiddush in the Sukkah) 12:45 PM Afternoon Service - IP/LS 7:58 PM Partial Havdalah/Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame
• FRI SEPT 11 EREV ROSH HASHANAH 6:15 PM Afternoon/Evening Service - IP/LS 7:33 PM Light Shabbat/Holiday Candles • SAT SEPT 12 ROSH HASHANAH DAY 1 8:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS 10:30 AM Jr. Congregation - IP 8:23 PM Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame
• SUN SEPT 27 SUKKOT DAY 2 9:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS (Kiddush in the Sukkah) 12:45 PM Afternoon Service - IP/LS 7:56 PM Yom Tov Ends
• SUN SEPT 13 ROSH HASHANAH DAY 2 8:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS 6:00 PM Afternoon Service - IP/LS 8:21 PM Holiday Ends
• MON SEPT 28 SUKKOT CHOL HAMOED DAY 1 8:00 AM Morning Service - IP/Z (Breakfast in the Sukkah) 6:00 PM SUKKAH HOP! HOP! & Afternoon/Evening Services – IP/Z
• MON SEPT 14 FAST OF GEDALIA (Fast begins 6:02 AM, Ends 8:15 PM) 8:00 AM Morning Service - IP/Z 5:45 PM Afternoon Service – Z
• SEPT 29-30 Regularly Scheduled Weekday Svcs • THU OCT 1 8:00 AM Morning Service - IP/Z (Breakfast in the Sukkah) 5:45 PM Afternoon Service – Z
• SEPT 15-17 Regularly Scheduled Weekday Svcs • FRI SEPT 18 KABBALAT SHABBAT 5:45 PM Afternoon/Evening Service - Z 7:21 PM Light Shabbat Candles
• FRI OCT 2 HOSHANA RABBAH/EREV SHEMINI ATZERET/ EREV SHABBAT 8:00 AM Morning Service - IP/Z 5:45 PM Aft./Eve. Service – IP/LS (Kiddush brachah in the Sukkah) 6:56 PM Light Shabbat/Holiday Candles
• SAT SEPT 19 SHABBAT SHUVAH 9:30 AM Shabbat Services - IP/LS 12:45 PM Shabbat Afternoon Service – IP/LS 8:10 PM Shabbat Ends • SUN SEPT 20 EREV YOM KIPPUR/KOL NIDRE 8:30 AM SUKKAH BUILD 9:00 AM Morning Service – IP/Z 10:00 AM TASHLICH @ JCC Lake (weather permitting - bring bread) 11:00 AM KEVER AVOT - meet at Cemetery (graveside, weather permitting, otherwise in the cemetery Chapel) 7:00 PM KOL NIDRE - IP/LS 7:17 PM Light Holiday Candles (candles in lobby)
• SAT OCT 3 SHEMINI ATZERET/SHABBAT 9:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS (Kiddush in the Sukkah) 11:00 AM YIZKOR - IP/LS 12:45 PM Afternoon Service - IP/LS 7:46 PM Partial Havdalah/Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame 8:00 PM Evening Service & SIMCHAT TORAH HAKAFOT
• MON SEPT 21 YOM KIPPUR 8:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS 10:30 AM Jr. Congregation - IP 10:30 AM YIZKOR - IP/LS 5:15 PM Mincha/N’ilah Service - IP/LS 8:07 PM Holiday Ends 8:10 PM BREAK THE FAST AT CBI
• SUN OCT 4 SIMCHAT TORAH 9:30 AM Morning Service - IP/LS (Kiddush in the Social Hall) 10:30 AM SIMCHAT TORAH CELEBRATION 12:45 PM Afternoon Service - IP/LS 7:45 PM Yom Tov Ends
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High Holidays 2026/5787 Lulav & Etrog Set with Hoshanot
Help Build the CBI Sukkah
If you wish to purchase a set for Sukkot, please call the office at(419) 517-8400 or email gmallin@cbitoledo.org no later than Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM
If needed, the Rain Date will be coordinated by Mike Mallin and the volunteers
ORDER YOURS NOW Price: $65 per set
We need your help to construct our larger sukkah. Please bring a ladder if you are able. We will let you know if any other tools are needed.
We Invite You to Experience the Most Holy Time of the Year
To volunteer, contact Mike Mallin by calling 440-821-4526 or email mmallin61@gmail.com.
If you or a member of your family would like to be a part of High Holiday services, please email Joel Levitan at jll1@ buckeye-express.com. If you participated in services last year, you will be contacted to confirm your participation this year. Choose from:
• Chanting from the Torah • English or Hebrew Reading • Open/Close the Ark
High Holiday Babysitting BABYSITTING will be available for children up to 5 years of age during High Holiday Services (Rosh Hashanah Day 1 & Yom Kippur) from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
• Chanting the Haftarah • Carry, lift, or dress the Torah • Usher... and more!
YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR BABYSITTING Rosh Hashanah Day 1, September 11, 2026 Yom Kippur, September 21, 2026
Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in at Cherry Street Mission Building Toledo 1501 Monroe Street
Cost is $10 per child per service Call the office to register at 419-517-8400 or email shira@cbitoledo.org by Sept. 8th.
Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Canasta at CBI: Tuesdays at 12:30 PM Mahjong at CBI: Thursdays at 12:30 PM
We need 8-12 volunteers.
The volunteers will be putting together packages of food for children that live in the Toledo area.
BOTH PROGRAMS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS & GUESTS WITH RSVP
RSVP to Shira Hartman at shira@cbitoledo.org by Sept. 9th
A Very Special "Todah Rabah" to
A Very Special "Todah Rabah" to The Women of CBI
The Jewish Federation & Foundation of Greater Toledo
For providing funds that support the David S. Stone Religious School. Their financial assistance ensures that we are able to provide a meaningful Jewish education to our students.
For providing funds that support the David S. Stone Religious School. Their financial assistance ensures that we are able to provide a meaningful Jewish education to our students. 8
High Holidays 2026/5787 Tashlich
High Holiday Services Junior Congregation
Sunday, September 20, 2026 at the JCC Lake at 10:00 AM On or before Rosh Hashanah it is tradition to go to a river or spring (preferably one that has fish in it) and recite special penitential prayers. Tossing bread crumbs in the water is symbolic of casting away our sins and starting a new year with a clean slate.
Rosh Hashanah - Day 1 Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM Yom Kippur Monday, September 21, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Bring your own bread and meet us at the JCC lake.
CBI will provide Rosh Hashanah services and Yom Kippur services for our younger congregants. All activities will be age appropriate for Pre-K through 6th grade.
Kever Avot Sunday, September 20, 2026 11:00 AM at Beth Shalom Cemetery
Call the office to register for our High Holiday Jr. Congregation at 419-517-8400 or email shira@cbitoledo.org.
Kever Avot, the tradition of visiting the graves of our parents and loved ones between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, can evoke a wealth of emotions and memories.
PLEASE RSVP IF YOUR CHILD WILL BE ATTENDING
We will meet at Beth Shalom Cemetery (420 Otter Creek Road, Oregon, Ohio) where Rabbi Marsh will assist those wanting special memorial prayers recited at the graves of their loved ones. If there is inclement weather, we will meet in the Chapel followed by Rabbi Marsh visiting individual graves at the cemetery.
Yom Kippur Break the Fast at Congregation B'nai Israel
Monday, Sept. 21 21,, 2026 at CBI
Break the Fast immediately following N'ilah service at approximately 8:10 PM
$20 per person RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 14,, 2026 RSVP by calling the office at 419-517-8400 or email Shira Hartman at shira@cbitoledo.org.
TORAH PORTION OF THE WEEK
Join us each Friday morning to discuss and learn the weekly Torah portion with fellow CBI members and friends
Last-minute cancellations or no-shows will be charged for the event if the office is not notified 48 hours before the event.
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS & GUESTS WITH RSVP
Friday Mornings at 11 AM -12 PM, In-Person at CBI except on Jewish holidays or otherwise notified
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED & A KNOWLEDGE OF TORAH IS NOT REQUIRED
A Very Special "Todah Rabah" to The Marian & Stanley Oberlin Fund
Let's all learn together!
For providing funds to CBI for new railings in the Sanctuary. The Oberlin family has generously underwritten the costs of projects expanding handicap access within our building.
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS & GUESTS WITH RSVP 9
High Holidays 2026/5787 Simchat Torah Celebration & Dessert In-Person & Live Stream
Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 9:30 AM at CBI
JOIN US FOR A FESTIVE
Sukkot Dinner at CBI
NO COST, however voluntary donations would be appreciated. Please let us know when you make your resrvation.
Friday, September 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM Dinner in Sukkah, then Services to follow
Join us in the sanctuary and social hall where we will sing festive songs, dance with the Torah, drink a l'chaim, wave our flags, show off our craziest hats, and unroll the entire Torah scroll. Our Religious School students will also be invited to participate in hakafot. We will also enjoy a delicious ice cream bar.
$18 per person RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 10,, 2026
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY MONDAY, SEPT. 28 28,, 2026
We hope that you will attend this meaningful and fun Sukkot dinner outside in the CBI Sukkah, decorated by our Religious School children and Women of CBI.
RSVP by calling the office at 419-517-8400 or email Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS & GUESTS WITH RSVP
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS & GUESTS WITH RSVP
RSVP by calling the office at 419-517-8400 or email Shira Hartman at shira@cbitoledo.org.
Last-minute cancellations or no-shows will be charged for the event if the office is not notified at least 48 hours before the event.
CBI SIDE ENTRY USE DURING HIGH HOLIDAYS if you plan to attend in-person services during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and are handicapped, you may use the side entry to CBI (on the side with the row of handicapped parking spaces). An usher will be watching the doors to allow you entry.
SHARE YOUR SIMCHA… if you have a simcha or special news that you would like to share with our congregation, we will happily post details in the CBI bulletin, if space allows. Deadline is the 15th of the month.
Visit the CBI Gift Shop for all your High Holiday Needs • Shabbat Candles • Candlesticks • Kiddush cups • Challah Covers • Challah Knives & Boards • Havdallah Sets
• Holiday Items • Shofars • Menorahs • Jewelry Assortment • Mezuzzot & Scrolls • Tallits (Prayer Shawls)
• Women's & Men's Kippot • Tzedakah Boxes • Jewish Books • Kid's Holiday Items • Jewish Books and much, much more!
NEW ITEMS FOR THE HIGH HOLIDAYS • Apple & Honey Plate
• Kiddush Cups • Challah Covers
To make an appointment, please contact the office at 419-517-8400 during business hours or call Roanne Katzman at 419 882-2111. 10
Religious School News Notes from our Principal
are excited to see our students back in the classroom and begin another meaningful year together!
A New Year of Jewish Learning at CBI!
L’shanah Tovah! Wishing our entire CBI community a sweet, healthy, and meaningful new year!
A new school year is just around the corner, and the CBI community and staff are excited to welcome our students and families back to the CBI David S. Stone Religious School/Hebrew School!
Shira Hartman,
Education Coordinator, David S. Stone Religious School
Our first day of School will be Sunday, August 23, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, and Hebrew School will begin on Wednesday, August 26, from 4:30–6:00 PM.
David S. Stone Religious School
September 2026
We are excited to welcome our teaching team for the year: Paulette Sherline, Megan VanDyke, Gina Black, Anita Ross, and Brynna Post, along with our two high school teacher helpers, Harris and Dylan Merer. Throughout the year, students will explore a variety of topics, including Modern Hebrew, Ancient Jewish History, Biblical Stories, Jewish Prayers, Jewish Identity, and Israeli Culture. Our classes will incorporate hands-on activities, storytelling, music, projects, discussions, and opportunities for students to learn from one another. We want our school to be a place where children feel comfortable asking questions, making friends, discovering their Jewish heritage, and developing a meaningful connection to Judaism.
Wed.
9/2
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6 PM
Sun.
9/6
NO Rel. School - LABOR DAY WKND
Wed.
9/9
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Sun.
9/13
NO Rel. School - ROSH HASHANAH
Wed.
9/16
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Wed.
9/23
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6 PM
Sun.
9/27
NO Rel. School - SUKKOT
Wed.
9/30
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Sun. 9/20
The beginning of our school year also coincides with the start of the High Holiday season. Students will learn about Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah, exploring not only the prayers and traditions, but also the stories, values, and meaning behind these holidays. We hope this learning will help our students feel confident and excited to participate in holiday services and celebrations with their families and the greater CBI community.
Religious School - 9 AM - 12 PM TASHLICH AT JCC POND 10 AM
David S. Stone Religious School
October 2026
This year, we are delighted to welcome students to our schools. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn and celebrate together and to continue building a strong Jewish educational community for our children.
Sun.
10/4
Religious School - 9 AM - 12 PM
Sun.
10/11 Religious School - 9 AM - 12 PM
Wed. 10/7
Community Commemoration of Oct. 7th Details TBA
Wed.
10/14
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6 PM
Wed.
10/21
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6 PM
Wed.
10/28
Hebrew School at CBI 4:30 - 6 PM
Sun.
10/18 Religious School - 9 AM - 12 PM
If your child, grandchild, or another young person in your family would like to join us, we would be delighted to welcome them! Whether your family has been part of CBI for many years, is connected to Congregation Etz Chayim, or is exploring Jewish education for the first time, our school welcomes every child to learn, connect, and grow in a warm and supportive Jewish community.
Sun.
10/25 Religious School - 9 AM - 12 PM
For more information about the CBI David S. Stone Religious School/Hebrew School, please contact me at shira@cbitoledo. org. I would be happy to answer any questions, tell you more about our program, and help your family get connected.
The David S. Stone Religious School invites grandparent who are members in good standing at Congregation B’nai Israel and Congregation Etz Chayim to enroll their school-aged grandchildren (grades 1-10) for the 2026-2027 year. Grandparents will be responsible for the $200 fee to CBI for the Religious School academic year.
We look forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, friendship, Jewish traditions, and community. Most of all, we
Please contact Shira Hartman at shira@cbitoledo.org if you are interested in this exceptional opportunity to educate our community's Jewish children or if you have any questions.
A Jewish Education is the foundation of a Jewish life
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Contributions CONTRIBUTION LEVELS: B’nai Mitzvah contribution $13 Chai contribution $18 Silver contribution $25 Double Chai contribution $36 Gold contribution $50 Platinum contribution $100 Platinum Chai contribution $180 Double Platinum contribution $200 Sapphire contribution $250 Dbl Platinum Chai contribution $360 Ruby contribution $500 Emerald contribution $750 Diamond contribution $1000+
All contributions listed were made on or before August 18, 2026
Hiddur/Kiddush Fund (cont.) IN APPRECIATION:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Sandy Soifer & Paul Goldner, In Appreciation Sheila Odesky Sandy Soifer & Paul Goldner, In Appreciation Howard & Ann Rosenberg IN MEMORY OF:
- CHAI -
Diana Lipszyc
IN HONOR OF:
- CHAI -
Jan & Tom Kasle Shining Light Award Kathryn Linver
Harry Gometz Fund YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Deann Shapiro
Lannie & Roanne Katzman
Herman Goldhammer Harriet Davis Harry Gometz David Fettman
Hope & Greg Davis & Family
- GOLD -
Leona Davis Soldinger Lannie & Roanne Katzman - PLATINUM -
Harry Gometz
Robert Schreiber, Beloved Grandfather Joseph Kanter, Beloved Father & Grandfather Andrea & Gary Urie & Family Elsie Liber
Judy & Joel Scheinbach
- SILVER -
Sally Wexler
Rhoda Miller & Family
YAHRZEIT:
- SILVER -
Mollie Katz
Susan & Steve Kaufman
- PLATINUM -
Julius Walker Anne Walker
Marv Walker & Karen Gordon
Sherwin & Naomi Kripke Fund YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Phillip Hendel
Ashley, Peter, Nathan & Lexi Hendel
YAHRZEIT:
Clara Katcher
Library Fund YAHRZEIT:
- GOLD -
Andrew Winter
- CHAI -
IN HONOR OF:
Jan & Tom Kasle Shining Light Award Fran Weinblatt Recognized by JFGT Mark Wexler Recognized by the Boy Scouts Rhoda Miller - CHAI -
SPEEDY RECOVERY:
Bruce Post, Speedy Recovery Joyce & Joe Moran
Mollie Leibovitz
Cary Hersh & Marie Novie
Safety & Security Fund IN HONOR OF:
- CHAI -
Carol & Bill Richman on Birth of Grandson, Samuel Sandy & Chuck Traugott IN APPRECIATION:
- PLATINUM -
In Appreciation of CBI Elisheva Reut SPEEDY RECOVERY:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Laura Smirin, Speedy Recovery Sheryl & Josh Gold - CHAI -
Bruce Post, Speedy Recovery Sandy & Chuck Traugott - CHAI -
IN MEMORY OF: OF:
Diana Lipszyc
Sandy & Chuck Traugott
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Barbara Clark
Jan & Tom Kasle
Abe & Dorothy Steinberg SKIP Fund
The Winter & Vrudny Families
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Devorah Shulamit Recognized by JFGT Fran Weinblatt Recognized by JFGT Mark Wexler Recognized by the Boy Scouts Doris & Buz Steinberg - CHAI -
Marian & Stanley Oberlin Fund YAHRZEIT:
Nancy & Nate Danziger, Special Anniversary Sue & Mark Weinberg
Tribute Fund
Isadore Schall, Beloved Father Susan & Alan Schall
IN HONOR OF:
- CHAI -
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund
Martin & Rita Katcher
Hiddur/Kiddush Fund
YAHRZEIT:
CHAI -
IN HONOR OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
- CHAI -
The Portnoy Family
Sam Schwartz Minyan Fund
YAHRZEIT:
Harriet Davis
Harris/Williams Fund
Vivian Portnoy
Jane Markwood
- CHAI -
YAHRZEIT:
SAPPHIRE -
- SILVER -
Cal & Art Katz Fund Camp Ramah Fund
Religious School Fund
- CHAI -
IN APPRECIATION:
Rabbi Marsh, In Appreciation Renee Goldfarb Rabbi Marsh, In Appreciation for Yahrzeit Minyanim Cantor Ivor Lichterman - GOLD -
Rabbi Marsh, In Appreciation Elisheva Reut - DOUBLE CHAI -
Shirley Post
YAHRZEIT: Sheila, Bruce, Jordon & Brynna Post 12
Jan & Tom Kasle Shining Light Award Shelly & Gary Fruchtman Kay & Ted Miller - DOUBLE CHAI -
Jan & Tom Kasle Shining Light Award Aileen & Ken Pargament - CHAI -
Sandy Hupp - CHAI -
IN MEMORY OF: Rhoda Miller YAHRZEIT:
Mervin Russell
Marlene Russell
Samuel Kohler
The Zale Kohler Family
Viola Miller
Kay & Ted Miller
September Yahrzeits September 1 - 19 Elul Samuel Ravin Joseph Sakheim Saul Korman Charles Kale Lawrence Beckerman Bernie Vogel September 2 - 20 Elul Michele Blumberg Viola Miller Jacob Baneth September 3 - 21 Elul Paul Sussman Frieda Caplan September 4 - 22 Elul William Goldstein Kathryn Limerick Aron Wajskol Dorothy Siegel September 5 - 23 Elul Sadye Rabb William Hamerman Hillel Frankel Saul Birnkrant Phillip Tilchen Saul Birnkrant September 6 - 24 Elul Maurice Levey Helen Hess Edwin Goldstein Julia Gerson James Schroeder Norman Levitin September 7 - 25 Elul Maxwell J. Malkin Harvey Rosen Norman Katcher Dina Millsberg
September 8 - 26 Elul Morris Kornblet Linda Katz Quingano Celia Fishbein
September 14 - 3 Tishrei Ella Spangenthal Louis Nesenman Charles Sack Jack Schwartz Howard S. Cooperman Gavi Springut William Shore
September 9 - 27 Elul Lorna Neuman Benjamin H. Goldstein Sadie Damrauer David Barry Lynn Friedman September 10 - 28 Elul Esther Jennie Friedman Ida B. Goldman Rose Karp Albert Russell Ida Kaplan September 11 - 29 Elul Eva Soldinger Isadore Shall Dorothy M. Steinberg Sally Wexler Joseph Schwartz September 12 - 1 Tishrei Ellen Williams Pearl Benjamin Anthony Grande Paula G. Rosenbloom Jack Burke Raymond Russell September 13 - 2 Tishrei Jennie Wittenberg Josephine Teitlebaum Ritajane Wasserstrom Ralph Wahrman Morris Greenberg Ruth Katz
September 15 - 4 Tishrei Dora Swigert Leo Krawetz Samuel Levin September 16 - 5 Tishrei Ray E. Franks Beatrice Wallick Gertrude Levitin Lina Plaut Phillip Horowitz Jerry Lacker Martha Gerber Benjamin Freedman Pearl Bookman Goldie Figlarz Michael Robins September 17 - 6 Tishrei Rita Tauber Marcia Friedman Rose Rosen September 18 - 7 Tishrei Jerry Levison Mike Tannenbaum September 19 - 8 Tishrei Rebecca Schwartz Mae Rothman September 20 - 9 Tishrei Dina Markowicz Dinah Lubov Miriam Fajerman
September 20 - 9 Tishrei (cont.) Abraham Fajerman Paul Halpern Joseph Kanter September 21 - 10 Tishrei Ida Benstein Herman Brateman Tillie Kale September 22 - 11 Tishrei Donald Chaban Jeannette Stupsker Celia Kripke September 23 - 12 Tishrei Sheldon Singal Louis Greenblatt David Morris Jerzy September 24 - 13 Tishrei Morris Weinblatt I. Maurice Seligman Irvin Greenspoon Joseph S. Frankel Norman Rubinoff Jack Stein Jay Orloff Jerome Greenblatt Barbara Fisher Florence Schall Morris Laderman
September 26 - 15 Tishrei Anna Cooperman Ozrovitz Morris Flaum
September 30 - 19 Tishrei Benjamin Wolf Salzberg Louis Igdaloff
David Weinberg Education Fund IN HONOR OF:
Carol & Bill Richman on Birth of Grandson, Samuel Arlene & Jerry Russell
Charlotte Leibovitz Lois Levison Raymond Russell, Beloved Brother Albert Russell, Beloved Brother Jerry & Arlene Russell
Philip Pappurt
Richard Pappurt
Zale Kohler
The Zale Kohler Family
Sophia Chernow on CBI Confirmation Sandy & Chuck Traugott
Mark Wexler, Barb FrankelWexler & Family
- CHAI -
- CHAI -
- GOLD -
Rachel Wajskol
- PLATINUM -
- PLATINUM -
Zale Kohler
Frances Harmon Diana Lipszyc
Sheila & David Quint & Family
IN MEMORY OF:
Diana Lipszyc
Charles R. Fotsch, Beloved Father Kalie Marantette Asia Wajskol
YAHRZEIT:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Nora Romanoff
- GOLD -
David Weinberg Education Fund (cont.)
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Marcia Grimson
Fred Wexler
September 28 - 17 Tishrei Eva Malkin Lilly Cousin Ida Diamond Holocaust Victims Bernice Zywotow Abe Frank Sally A. Blinn Simeon Al Blinn
September 25 - 14 Tishrei Norman Brody Joseph Engel Robin Newmark Gladys Meisel Levison Samuel Galinn
YAHRZEIT:
- DOUBLE CHAI -
September 27 - 16 Tishrei Esther Radin Herbert Herman Sidney Goldman Moses Labe Katcher Gertrude Joffa Woodruff Bert Seligman Esther Fishbein Janet Federman Samuel Fink
September 29 - 18 Tishrei Sylvia Newmark Ethel Wolkoff Morris Rappaport Robert Schreiber Martin Miller Ida Levine Dave Cohen
Tribute Fund (cont.) - SILVER -
September 26 - 15 Tishrei (cont.) Isadore Rubin Anna Stupsker Fay Ann Mann Leo Michael Irwin Wexler Morris Schaner Joseph Greenbaum Chaya Dvorah Moyer
Judy Gersz & Family Darlene & Michael Portnoy Darlene & Michael Portnoy 13
Max Steinberg
Michelle Kart
- SILVER -
Helen Lesky Bela Lipszyc
Jack Lipszyc & Family
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Theodore Gersz
Judy Gersz & Family
Betty Smith
Rene' & Rich Rusgo & Family
CBI Services Information CBI Weekly Services Schedule
CBI
Mon. & Thurs. Morning Minyan 8:00 AM - In Person/Zoom Monday ~ Thursday Evening Minyan 5:45 PM Zoom Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat 5:45 PM *Zoom
*Except during In-person services - then In-person & Live Stream
How to access CBI Live Stream Services
Saturday Morning Shabbat 9:30 AM - In Person/Live Stream Shabbat Mincha 12:45 PM - In-Person/Live Steam
On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone:
Sunday Morning Minyan 9:00 AM - *Zoom
• Go to the CBI website, cbitoledo.org.
*Zoom & In-person when religious school is in session
The link and passcode for weekday Zoom services is included in the Wednesday Update email sent to all CBI members.
• At the top of the home page click on "Live Stream". • When the page opens, you will be connected to the CBI live stream service.
If you need the information resent to you, email gmallin@cbitoledo.org with your request.
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.
Process for Funeral Arrangements and Other Life Cycle Events
• Click on the YouTube icon on your TV.
If a death occurs and you need to make funeral arrangements, your first call should be to the funeral director. The funeral home will contact CBI staff to make the necessary arrangements, including notifying the rabbi. The rabbi will then contact you to set up a meeting to gather information and plan the funeral.
• When YouTube opens, search for "Congregation B'nai Israel - Sylvania, Ohio". • Be sure to click on the listing that has the photo with Jewish star (see photo above). above). • We recommend that you "subscribe" to the channel so you can easily locate the live stream for future services. 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.
Please bear in mind the Rabbi does not have his phone on him during Shabbat and Yom Tov, but he will respond as soon as he is able after Shabbat or Yom Tov ends. To schedule and plan other life cycle events, you should call the synagogue office at 419-517-8400 during office hours (M-F, 9-3). Staff members can give you the Rabbi’s number or will give the Rabbi your information and he will return your call.
YAHRZEIT NOTICES... If you are not receiving a yahrzeit notice for a friend or relative and would like one sent annually, please call the office at 419-517-8400. We will need the English date of death.
How to access CBI Zoom Programs & Services • Check your email for the Zoom link and password for CBI Zoom services.
FJMC Fundraiser Raffle
• Click on the link in the body of the email. • If you have never used Zoom, you will be prompted to follow steps to download it on your computer.
The Raffle prize is a framed art print of Jews in baseball. The artwork includes the images and facsimile signature of 26 players, including Sandy Kaufax, Hank Greenburg and Al Rosen.
• 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.
The print is valued at $500 and raffle tickets are $20 each. To purchase raffle tickets, contact Dale Levy at adulted@cbitoledo.org.
A link and passcode will be emailed to congregants. 14
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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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Address Service Requested
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.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE/OFFICERS
6525 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, Ohio 43560 419.517.8400 • CBIToledo.org
STAFF
Rabbi Aaron Marsh rabbi@cbitoledo.org Gabrielle Mallin, Administrator gmallin@cbitoledo.org Shira Hartman Education & Program Coordinator shira@cbitoledo.org Rhoda Miller, Membership Coordinator rmiller@cbitoledo.org Karen McQuade, Kitchen Supervisor Stacy Oswald, Kitchen Assistant David Jeffries, Building Maintenance
PAST PRESIDENT Mike Tamor
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Hope Davis Elliot Eisenberg Angela Katz Christina Katz Dale Levy Mike Mallin Megan Miller Fran Weinblatt Dena Zack
cbimembership@cbitoledo.org
adulted@cbitoledo.org building@cbitoledo.org programming@cbitoledo.org
CONGREGANT COMMITTEE CHAIRS
HONORARY BOARD TRUSTEES Phyllis Diamond
Tom Kasle, President president@cbitoledo.org Paul Causman, VP of Administration adminvp@cbitoledo.org Miriam Beckerman, VP of Ritual Affairs ritual@cbitoledo.org Josh Sherman, VP of Youth Activities youth@cbitoledo.org Howard Moskowitz, Secretary secretary@cbitoledo.org Joshua Leizerman, Treasurer cbitreasurer@cbitoledo.org
Chuck Traugott
Jeff Bauer, Security Chair security@cbitoledo.org Mike Tamor, Constitution Chair