SYNAGOGUE NEWS
February 2021
Federation Star
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www.marcojcmi.com / 239.642.0800
JEWISH CONGREGATION OF MARCO ISLAND
Jewish life on Marco Island By Sue Baum, President
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he history of the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island (JCMI) began with a meeting on Dec. 20, 1982 for the purpose of discussing the possible formation of a Jewish house of worship. The Deltona Corporation, which developed Marco Island, donated the land due to the efforts of two founding
members, Elena Rosner and Marjorie Seltzer. Since the initial building, both the organization’s building and its membership have grown. Jewish life on the island has been enriched over the years through JCMI events and people like you. Our congregation invites people from all walks of life to join our JCMI family and bring
their life experiences to share. Because of our strong presence on the island, the greater community has grown to look forward to and support synagogue events. We have become one community. So important! This year, the events that have become our calling cards will be offered via livestreaming. The 27th year of the Saul
I. Stern Cultural Series continues on Feb. 6 with the Naples Philharmonic Brass Quintet. For further information and more events, go to the JCMI website, www.marcojcmi.com, or call our office at 239-642-0800.
www.chabadnaples.com / 239.262.4474
CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF NAPLES
Chabad’s ongoing services
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habad of Naples has maintained its high level of serving and caring for the community in both traditional and COVID-responsive ways over the past 10 months. In addition to providing food, masks, drive-thru care package pickups, much-needed inspiration through doses of Jewish wisdom, online classes, and digital and conventional holiday reminders delivered in the safest ways possible, we recently staged a very successful Chanukah Car Parade and drive to a Menorah lighting that many families enjoyed safely from inside their cars. It was such a powerful experience to see so many people come together, keeping social distance, but nevertheless, sharing the love and energy of community in such a major way! We continue with some of our ongoing services.
The flying challah & meals from the heart Each week, we send out smiles with an uplifting message in the form of a tasty fresh challah. What a lovely way to say that, during this challenging time, we and the community are here for you! All you have to do is nominate a recipient by sending us an email and we will have it delivered. If you know someone who
would appreciate a meal for Shabbat, or just in general, please let us know. We will be happy to arrange to have one sent to those who are really in need and without means to obtain help.
Volunteer assistance Our volunteers continue to be available if elderly or homebound people need help shopping for groceries or medicine. Just let us know.
Shabbat services After consulting with Dr. Michael Cohen and Dr. Avi Rosenberg, with whom we update frequently, we offer limited, abbreviated indoor Shabbat services from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Wearing a mask and social distancing must be observed and the area cleaned before and after. There is no kiddush. Temperature checks will be taken before entry by head of security. Reservations must be made in advance, seating is limited, and you will receive the full guidelines and policy upon receipt of your RSVP. Safety is our primary concern.
Mens Club Torah class A Zoom Torah class is being offered on Wednesday at 11 a.m. If you wish to join, please RSVP to our office and we will send
you the link. As the schedule changes at times, please reach out to confirm weekly.
Hebrew school We are currently offering in-person Hebrew school. All children and teachers wear masks and there is social distancing. This has been progressing well for the last few months. There are still openings; please sign up if your children wish to participate. Call 239-262-4474 or email office@chabadnaples.com.
Videos
you want to receive them, you can reach out to us at office@chabadnaples.com to be placed on the weekly email list. You can also view the past 10 months of videos at www.chabadnaples.com.
Summer Camp Summer Camp registration is open — you may sign up now. This is a very popular, amazing experience for your children, and spaces may be limited, so early sign-up is recommended! For more information, visit naplespreschoolof thearts.com.
Rabbi Fishel offers a video each week. If
JEWISH SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP The Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Temple Shalom & Temple Shalom Men’s Club, together offer PARTIAL scholarships for Jewish Summer Camps & the Israel Experience for teens.
Don’t miss this year’s Jewish Book Festival! For full details on the 2020-21 Greater Naples Jewish Book Festival — including authors, book descriptions, event dates, registration and more … visit www.JewishBookFestival.org
There are scholarship opportunities for all Jewish children in the community regardless of congregation affiliation. For information and a scholarship application, contact your local synagogue or call the Jewish Federation at 239-263-4205.
Scholarship request deadlines: Summer Camps: December 18, 2020 Israel Programs: February 5, 2021 OF GREATER NAPLES
