The period between Passover and Shavuot is a time of great transition. We begin with the physical and political liberation of Passover and head toward the spiritual liberation that comes with the revelation of Torah at Mt. Sinai on Shavuot.
A crucial part of that transition is to recognize the ways in which the agony and oppression of slavery remain within us. This is embodied in one of the most striking lines from the Passover Haggadah: “this year we are slaves, next year free.” If we take that sentiment seriously—and we certainly should—then we need to think seriously about what, exactly, is oppressing us.
My personal sense of oppression these days comes from the near universal atmosphere of cruelty that has pervaded our society, and that denigrates it—indeed, desecrates it—so profoundly. I am only marginally impacted by this cruelty in any concrete sense, but my heart breaks for those who have been.
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Hakol - The Voice
Hakol is the Hebrew word for The Voice, and while this publication is the voice of Congregation B’nai Tikvah, it is not intended to be only one-way.
Please consider submitting opinions, letters, articles, poems, and pictures to be considered for future publications. In the case of photos, please do not send lowres pictures or thumbnails. Articles are subject to proofreading changes.
Please submit all materials to Lesley
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It’s late and I have a lot on my mind. I worry like everyone else; I worry about my family, Israel, politics, the Braves (plenty to be concerned about), the economy, antiSemitism, the future of our synagogue, the environment and at one time or another, everything under the sun. How any of us are able to sleep at night, wow what a crazy world, yet I know that we’re going to make it.
I’ve experienced plenty of uncertainty but since I’ve embraced a more observant lifestyle, much of what troubled me has improved. My outlook on the world is hopeful. My observance of the mitzvoth has never been perfect; only G-d is almost perfect, and even the Holy One seems to miss one here and there; we are taught to question authority
Pain and suffering abound but love and celebrations fortify our spirits, filling us with hope, Tikvah. It is important for us, as a Jewish community in particular, that we remain steadfast in our traditions. Almost everyone that I know embraces high moral character. We are all good citizens. My belief is that we must recognize and express our acts of goodness, kindness and charity as JEWISH VALUES. The root of our hope is in our Jewish traditions. The intent and the rhythm of Judaism elevates the universe.
The glue that holds our traditions together is regular acts, GATHERING to do JEWISH. We need to interact regularly, people need people, and today is not yesterday, what worked before may work today or maybe we NEED something different, let’s continue to explore. More than anything we need to strengthen our core understanding of doing JEWISH TOGETHER so that we can hit the road running. Embracing one new mitzvah at a time can inspire more.
I truly enjoyed leading the Second Passover Seder the last few years. I’m glad that most of our congregation has opportunities to celebrate both days with their families. Most of my family is scattered and unable to gather in one place. Being able to get together with my congregational family fills me with joy, hope and inspiration.
Everything, every gathering in the name of JEWISH observance elevates us individually and globally. Celebrating holidays, marching in the Israel Day Parade, gathering for Shabbat, soothing the environment with acts of intentional kindness are all precious moments to cultivate our delight in our good fortune
It can be a scary world; there are lots of haters and MANY MORE lovers. The world is filled with good and bad, happy and sad and worthwhile risks. I am grateful to G-d for making me a JEWISH person. I hope and pray that we will continue to cherish our opportunity to proudly build a better and holier world.
Worship the Lord with Gladness and Joy! -- Cantor Bruce Rockman
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To whom am I referring? To the elderly widow, reliant on social security, whose check didn’t come. Not tech-savvy enough to navigate the internet, unable to speak to anyone at the Social Security Administration because of massive layoffs and other bureaucratic chaos, and wondering what she can possibly do to pay her bills. And this is how we treat our elderly?
Or the disabled veteran, grappling with PTSD and G-d knows what else, who is cut off from the Veterans Administration crisis line. He can’t turn to other staff, who were already overtaxed and then hit with nearly 20% reductions. What, exactly, is he supposed to do this man who put his life on the line for our country?
Or the pregnant teenager in a handmaid state like Texas, alienated from her parents, alienated from her church, cut off from Planned Parenthood and other now “illegal” support groups Profoundly alone, at the most vulnerable and frightening period of her life why should she be treated like this?
Or the patients (and their families) suffering from diseases like cancer. You can hardly imagine the pain they feel as one chemo protocol after another fails. They know that the window of survival is closing by the day They hope against hope that at one of the extraordinary research institutions that are (or at least were) the jewel in the crown of American scientific achievement, a researcher will penetrate the mystery of some nuance of some protein that will lead to a lifesaving cure. I know, all too personally, what it means to see that hope dashed. And now that hope has been absolutely shattered, not by the intractability of nature, but by nearly 60% cuts in government support for cancer research. As if the fear of death is not cruel enough.
Such cruelty eats away at my soul. My heart goes out to people who suffer in this way. Lest I be accused of taking a “political” stance, let me clarify that getting rid of “waste, fraud and abuse,” in government spending is an entirely legitimate and appropriate goal. But is cruelty the unavoidable means to that noble end? Is there no way to right the ship of state other than to inflict utterly unnecessary cruelty on the most vulnerable among us? Is this appropriate for Americans? Is this appropriate for Jews?
What are we supposed to do about this? How do we restore hope, and end this oppression? We can indulge in political activism, of course; or we can turn off the news and listen more to classical music or the Grateful Dead. But the most important thing we can do is turn to Torah. The study of Torah transcends any and all ephemeral political circumstances that’s why we are here for 4000 years When all has passed, Torah will remain—Torah that teaches us to respect our elders, embrace our warriors, support our youth and foster wisdom and healing.
May it inspire the work of our hands, and soothe the pains of our hearts.
Hakarat Hatov (Recognizing the Good):
SOCIAL ACTION
BY LAURA WAKSMAN
Many thanks to Larry Cohen, Carol Eisenberg, Joyce and Joel Gerbman, Gordon Heit, Caryl Greenberg, Steve Katz, Beth Poplin, Jay Scheuer and Shelly Talmud for helping our own CBT members and the greater community this past month.
In the News:
As some of you know, I write quite a bit about Interfaith Rise, the refugee resettlement organization based in Highland Park, which CBT has supported in several ways for the past six years. Just before Pesach, I received a distressing email newsletter from Pastor Seth Kaper Dale, I Rise’s humble and indomitable leader, regarding the current administration’s sudden revocation of humanitarian parole; temporary protected status, of Haitians who arrived here in the last two years, as well as many Nicaraguans, Venezuelans and Cubans.
What follows is an excerpt from his very moving letter, which I encourage you to read in full.
On the weekend of March 29-30 hundreds of thousands of Haitians (and huge numbers of Venezuelans, Nicaraguans and Cubans too) received emails that their status was being revoked, effective immediately, and by April 24th they were to ‘self-deport.’ Also, that same day, the Trump Admin would remove all work permits and would put everyone in “expedited removal” which could lead to detention and deportation without much ‘due process.’
We visited, and we were received respectfully and with concern, by all offices of house republicans from NJ (Kean, Van Drew, Smith) and by Congressman Pallone and Senator Kim and Booker’s staff as well. We pointed to the humanitarian crisis. Our friends shared hard stories of serious violence in the parts of Haiti they hail from, they shared stories of total uncertainty about where to go in three weeks time, how to close up homes and work here, how to finish/cancel school semesters they were in etc…. It was heartbreaking and empowering at the same time. We also pointed to a NJ crisis as well. We didn’t have time to pull together all the data from our Interfaith-RISE employment team, but the three counties I could point to, Middlesex/Monmouth/Mercer include 750 Haitians with CHVN (Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, Nicaraguans) in the Health Care field, 1400 in Retail, 1300 in Warehouse/logistics and 450 in Manufacturing. In short, think of all the industries that struggled, post-covid. Or, if it’s too hard to think about all of it—just imagine that nursing homes, already struggling to regain the work force—lose 750 workers in one day in NJ.
Please call NJ congress members and ask for a more humane way of ending humanitarian parole programs. Ask for TPS (Temporary Protected Status) to be extended for Haitians. Ask the Republicans, especially, to express their concern for the humanitarian and economic hit that is coming to NJ through the mistreatment of Haitians and other immigrants.
Click here to read Pastor Seth’s entire piece.
The Torah warns us 36 times to treat the stranger with compassion, not to oppress him, “For you were strangers in the land of Egypt”. Pick any time in history and we were strangers in many strange lands, oppressed, abused, expelled, exterminated. Please stand up for these defenseless people who fled horrific violence in their native lands, hoping for a safe haven here in N.J.
CHAVERIM (60 plus):
SAVE THE DATE: May 20th: 12-2 PM- Molly Picon: A Yiddish Gem presented by Dr. Diane Cypkin, Professor of Media and Communication Arts, Pace University, actress and singer. Join us for an afternoon of singing and storytelling! This program is a one-woman concert/lecture on the Yiddish actress Molly Picon, star of Yiddish and Broadway theater, screen, and television. Dr. Cypkin will have a keyboardist accompanying her. Thank you to Ilene Karp for her contribution from the Allen Karp Memorial Fund for making this possible.
B’Yachad… Together… we can make a difference, -- Laura
PRESIDENTS’ PODIUM
BY RUTH ANNE KOENICK & MARTY ABSCHUTZ
By the time you read this, Classical Caterers will have completed significant renovations to our kiddush/cocktail room and replaced the flooring in our social hall (other than the dance floor). Huge thanks to the synagogue Décor Committee for working with Classical Caterers in seeing that this renovation meets with our standards. Thank you to Evan and his team from Classical Caterers for continuing to “spruce up” the social hall and kiddush room for our and their (as a commercial caterer) benefit.
In May, we celebrate the Israel Day parade on May 18. It’s earlier than usual because the usual date (the first Sunday in June) is the day of Erev Shavuot. We are planning to have a bus leaving from our parking lot in the morning and returning in the late afternoon. If you were not able to join us on the bus, please contact Rabbi Wolkoff, Cantor Rockman or the office to see if we can coordinate with those of us on the bus for marching in the parade.
Here’s a Save The Date reminder for the annual membership meeting. This year, it will be held on Monday, June 23. Please join us for minyan at 7:30 PM. Refreshments will be served immediately after the meeting. Ruth Anne and I look forward to seeing you so you can hear about the changes over the past year and the plans for next year.
As always, reach out to us at president@bnaitikvah.org or any Board member with comments, suggestions or concerns
B’Shalom, -- Marty
For Ruth Anne and me
DIRECTOR’S DIGEST
BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LESLEY LEWKOWICZ
It Really Does Take a Village
It’s been really busy here in the CBT office! Well…let me rephrase. It’s always busy in the office, just sometimes more so than others. In addition to the daily work we do, getting ready for a “major” holiday like Pesach is, of course, a very busy time for any synagogue. But, add on to that the clearing out the office and hallway, in order to get it ready for new carpet to be installed during Chol Hamoed, and we are all a little more stressed than usual.
We could not have prepared for the installation of the carpet without help from volunteers, and finding those volunteers proved much harder than I anticipated. We had to empty all of the office furniture, some which was being thrown away, some fairly heavy furniture needed moving, and all while still working every day.
Of course, thanks go to Marci and Sam, for the daily administrative work they do. But, extra thanks go out to them, for the hard work in helping clean and clear out the offices, in advance of this project. A very big thank you to Marty Abschutz, who cleaned out file cabinets, in order to be able to get them cleared away.
Thank you to Sergio Fuentes, who helped Julio move the cubbies in the hallway that hold some of our members’ tallit and tefillin. A HUGE undertaking that they both made look far too easy.
Thank you to Arline Kane and Bonnie Stevens for always answering the call to help in the office. We not only need and appreciate your help, we enjoy having your company while you are here.
A HUGE thank you goes to Scott Kessler, for coming down here several days to schlep out old furniture to his truck, to haul away. Most of you don’t realize this, but Scott takes his role as VP of Administration very seriously. He is in this building, literally hands-on, much more often than I think any of us anticipated He is not only an asset to me, but to every one of the members of CBT, and we are all so lucky to have him on the Board.
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And of course, we have to thank Julio. And yes, you may say, Julio is an employee, and it’s his job to do what we ask and need of him, whether it’s cleaning, fixing, setting up, breaking down, schlepping, etc. But, when I have a special project going on, like the clearing out of all of our furniture, files, boxes, pictures, books, supplies, and everything in between, it creates a lot more work for Julio, and does so in the midst of everything else that Julio has to do every day. Julio goes above and beyond to make my life easier. He knows every nook and cranny of this building, and takes the extra care to be sure that everything runs smoothly. So, when you see Julio around the shul, be sure to not only say hello to him, but thank him for all the hard work and effort he puts in to making sure our Jewish home, our community, is beautiful and running smoothly.
It really does take a village.
-- Lesley Lewkowicz
Passover Experience: A
Day of Tradition, Learning, and Community
TEACHER TIDBITS
BY RONIT BIVAS, DIR. OF EDUC.
On Sunday, April 6th, students, parents, and faculty gathered for a special schoolwide Passover program, blending education, tradition, and community spirit. Throughout the day, families moved between different stations, each offering a hands-on, sensory experience of the Seder steps.
The activities were designed to engage both children and adults, allowing everyone to explore the significance of Passover in a meaningful and interactive way. The day culminated with a joyful song and dance session led by the Cantor, bringing everyone together to celebrate the occasion.
The event was a beautiful reflection of the school's commitment to learning and cultural appreciation, leaving participants with cherished memories and a deeper understanding of the Passover tradition.
With Passover now behind us, we look forward to celebrating Yom Ha’atzmaut together as a school, and to wrapping up the school year with gratitude, joy, and community.
L’shalom! -- Ronit Bivas
Sunday, May 4th at 10am after Minyan
Come join the Men’s Club for breakfast, where we will welcome Sid Baumgarten, Brig. Gen. (ret) NYG/USAR, as our featured speaker. Sid will share his experiences as an Assistant District Attorney in Queens County, as a law secretary to an appellate judge, and as an Assistant to the Mayor of NYC. He was the founder and Director of the Midtown Enforcement Project. He has appeared in several books and documentaries. He was credited with closing over 200 illicit enterprises (prostitution, human trafficking, etc.) This presentation promises to be both captivating and not for the faint of heart.
Sid is a native of Queens, NY, a graduate of Brown University and New York Law School. Sid served for more than 25 years in military service in the Army, Army Reserves, and National and State Guards, retiring in 2003 as a Brigadier General and Chief of Staff of the Army Division, NY Guard. After being on active duty on and after 9/11, he was decorated by Governor Pataki for his ‘conspicuous service’. Sid resides in North Brunswick, New Jersey, married to the former Terry Paladini. They have six children and seven grandchildren.
Let’s Go Racing at SuperCharged in Edison!! (Thursday, May 15th at 7pm sharp)
NNJR Men’s Clubs are going to the races again on Thursday, May 15th at 7pm. Just like last year’s fun, there will be 60 spots so this will be first come first served. SuperCharged is the World’s longest indoor multi-level electric Go-Karting track. NNJR is heavily subsidizing this so it's only $40 which includes two thrilling VIP races, and Kosher food and snacks in a private room after.
To register, make payment by using the link below: https://api.ipospays.com/v1/sl/u7uhp_020425182012
You must be fully pre-paid and registered to attend and a waiver is required if you have not previously completed one. Space is limited and open to NNJR FJMC members and family/friends. Last year we had a large CBT turnout. We can't wait to see you there again!!
Thursday, May 29th 2025 @6:35pm
Somerset Patriots vs. Akron Rubber Ducks (CLE)
Go to their website for a special NNJR Jewish heritage bundle. ($35)
Each bundle includes an upper box ticket and a Patriots Jewish Heritage Themed Hat Your hat will be available for pickup at a designated location the day of the game. Kosher food will be available.
After a few years hiatus, the Garden State Region of the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism (WLCJ) is planning their Women of Achievement 2025 Gala, on Monday, June 9. This year’s theme is “Am Yisrael Chai. ”
We are thrilled that they approached Congregation B’nai Tikvah, to have the event here, catered by Classical Caterers.
Even more exciting, we are nominating and celebrating our very own Shelly Wistreich as a Woman of Achievement.
When I joined the CBT Sisterhood Board as VP Fundraising, a few years ago, I was new to Sisterhood and the position. Shelly, as Co-President with Lori Sookerman, guided me through the various fundraising projects, and has always been a source of encouragement, knowledge and caring. From little things like how to set up the table for packing Purim bags or always being the first to volunteer to help pack and deliver!
When I took over the role of President, Shelly again mentored me, always taking my calls to give well needed insight and advice. Sisterhood owes a lot to Shelly, we are very lucky to have her as a leader and a mentor.
Please join us on June 9, here at B’nai Tikvah to celebrate our Woman of Achievement, Shelly Wistreich.
-- Marci Abschutz, Sisterhood President
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Congregation B’nai Tikvah provides many programs to support your community. And the Bikur Cholim committee works hard at its part in this community.
We are a small committee but passionate about reaching out to those who are ill, convalescing, and rehabilitating.
By letting the office or someone on the committee know of a congregant's medical situation, we would reach out to them and provide another hand to connect you to your community.
PICKLEBALL
Member News
The congregation extends heartfelt condolences to:
Leonard Mandelblatt on the passing of his beloved wife, and our dear member, Joyce Mandelblatt
Norman Feinstein on the loss of his beloved brother, Kenneth Feinstein
May G-d comfort them among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem
The congregation extends a hearty Mazel Tov to:
LouAnne and John Wolf joyfully announce the birth of their granddaughter, Maya Wolf Schwartz
The congregation extends a heartfelt thanks:
Thank you to our anonymous donor for the beautiful bima flowers for the Pesach holiday
May Calendar
1st - Yom Ha'atzmaut
2nd - CBT/JNF Shabbat Dinner for Israel
- 6:30 PM
3rd - JCFS - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
3rd - Tot Shabbat - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
4th - Men's Club Breakfast and Speaker:
Sid Baumgarten - 9:30 AM
4th - Religious School - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
4th - Better Together Lower East Side Trip
4th - Jewish Federation Israel Fair and Culturefest - 1:00 PM to - 3:00 PM
15th - Men's Club Regional Indoor GoKarting - 7:30 PM
16th - Lag Ba'Omer
17th - JCFS - 11:0 AM to 12:00 PM
17th - Sundaes on Saturday at the Rockman's
18th - Religious School - Last Day - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
18th - Teen Mitzvah Corp - 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
18th - Israel Day Parade
20th - Chaverim - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
20th - Virtual Program: John Kenrick - A Broadway Biography - How a native trading trail grew to become the most famous and longest avenue on Earth - Evening (time to be announced)
27th - Virtual Program: John KenrickScreen to Stage - Films that became Broadway Musicals - Evening (T/B/A)
28th - Rabbi Wolkoff's Lunch & Learn - Last one for the year - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
29th - Jewish Heritage Night at Somerset Patriots
DONATIONS RECEIVED MARCH 15TH THROUGH APRIL 14TH, 2025
Melanie Margolis, in memory of Richard Margolis
Sarah Cooper & Gary Horowitz, in memory of Jannet Horowitz
Cantor’s Special Fund
Cheryl Schwartz & Paul Fischer, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
EXPERT ADVICE
Joe Plotnick, in memory of Irwin Millinger’s brother, Steven Millinger
Joe Plotnick, in memory of his beloved wife, Barbara
Gail Levine Reinholtz & William Reinholtz, in appreciation of Cantor Rockman’s support and for officiating at Gail’s brother, Ira Levine’s, funeral
Ellie & Bill Greenberg, in memory of Leah Greenberg
Janice & Barry Kipnis, in honor of the baby naming of Alex Kipnis
Michele and Irwin Millinger, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Renee & Steven Levin, in memory of Morris Levin
Eleanor & Bill Greenberg, in memory of Esther Krause
Irwin Kalet, in memory of Lillian Kalet
Steven Mark, in memory of Phyllis Feigenbaum
General Fund
Bonnie & Woody Stevens, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Dorothy & Larry Cohen, in honor of the birth of Rose and Jeff Berger’s grandson, Jack Ross Berger
Lynn & Arthur Biderman, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Yahrzeit and Tzedakah Fund
Marcia & Gary Wesalo, in memory of Blanche Wesalo
Janice & Barry Kipnis, in memory of Morris Kipnis
Linda & Alan Brown, in memory of William LaVine
The Nudelman Family, in memory of Helen August
Herb Mars & Family, in memory of Lillian Mahler
Herb Mars & Family, in memory of Isidore Mahler
Joyce & Joel Gerbman, in memory of Rachel Gerbman
Phyllis Rich, in memory of her father-in-law, Herman Rich
Marvin Stark, in loving memory of his sister, Rhetta Stark
Judy and Mark Roller, in memory of Elizabeth Einhorn
Irwin Kalet, in memory of Lillian Kalet
Caren & Barry Dworkin, in memory of Herbert Dworkin
Michele & Dave Greenfield, in memory of Naomi Greenfield
Michele & Dave Greenfield, in memory of Kenneth Greenfield
Trees for Israel Fund
Cheryl Schwartz & Paul Fischer, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
EXPERT ADVICE
Meryl & Gordon Heit, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Edward Flateman, in memory of Joseph Flateman
Ruth-Ann Breitler Bikur Cholim Fund
Helene & Gary Tinkel, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
Helene & Gary Tinkel, in memory of Irwin Millinger’s brother, Steven Millinger
Religious School Fund
Janice & Art Baer, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Andrea & Steven Katz, in memory of Bobby Bergman
Doris Blumenthal, in memory of Gerry Yaros
Marian & Joel Felberbaum, in memory of Joyce Mandelblatt
Ritual Fund
Andrea & Steven Katz, in memory of Irwin Millinger’s brother, Steven Millinger
Laura & Howard Waksman, in memory of Irwin Millinger’s brother, Steven Millinger
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Arnie Miller Youth Activity Fund
Andrea & Steven Katz, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
Susan Miller, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Shelly & Ken Wistreich, in honor of the birth of Rose and Jeff Berger’s grandson, Jack Ross Berger
Shelly & Ken Wistreich, in memory of Richard Seidman’s Uncle, Barry Seidman
Shabbat Luncheon Fund
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in honor of the birth of Rose and Jeff Berger’s grandson, Jack Ross Berger
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in honor of the birth of Marcia and Barry Nathanson’s granddaughter, Victoria Elle Nathanson
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Janet Weiss, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Eleanor & Bill Greenberg, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
EXPERT ADVICE
Andrea & Steven Katz, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Arlene & Arthur Cederbaum, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Irina Irgon, in loving memory of her beloved husband, Adam
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Marcia Schwartz’s aunt, Micki Haberman
Allen Karp Fund for Music
Janet Weiss, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
Marcia & Gary Wesalo, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
Ilene Karp, in loving memory of her mother, Lucille Sondike
Ilene Karp, in loving memory of her husband, Allen Karp
Mark Kasdin Memorial Fund
Maxine Kasdin, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
Maxine Kasdin, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Jodi Wexler Marcou Social Action Fund
Janet Weiss, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Leslie & Steven Dickert, in honor of the birth of Rose and Jeff Berger’s grandson, Jack Ross Berger
Michael Greenfield, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Joyce & Gerald Fishelberg, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Irina Irgon, in memory of her mother-in-law,Thelma Irgon
Herb Mars & Family, in memory of Irwin Millinger’s brother, Steven Millinger
Andrea & Steven Katz, in honor of Laura Waksman’s special birthday
Marci & Marty Abschutz, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Marci & Marty Abschutz, in honor of the birth of Marcia and Barry Nathanson’s granddaughter, Victoria Elle Nathanson
Rose & Jeff Berger, in honor of the marriage of Renee and Steven Levin’s son, Daniel to Katie Baldwin
Rose & Jeff Berger, in honor of the marriage of Leslie and Steve Dickert’s son, Adam to Cassidy Fontana
EXPERT ADVICE
Lisa & Jeff Tannenbaum, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Jerry Silver, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Laura & Howard Waksman, in memory of Caryl Greenberg’s father, Bernie Jacobs
Laura & Howard Waksman, in memory of Gail Levine-Reinholt’s brother, Ira Levine
Tammy & Keith Zimmerman, in memory of Herb Zimmerman
Laura & Howard Waksman, in memory Gail Levine-Reinholtz’s brother, Ira Levine
Renee & Steve Juro and Family, in memory of Michelle Ackerman
Shiva Fund
Cindy & David Teicher, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Sons of Tikvah
Andrea & Steven Katz, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Shomrei Tikvah Fund
Arlene & Arthur Cederbaum, in memory of Richard Fein’s brother, Louis
The Ottenberg Family, in memory of Sal Ottenberg
L’dor Vador Fund
Andrea & Steven Katz, in honor of Cheryl and Myron’s 35th anniversary
Community Needy Family Fund
Blackin Family, in memory of Lenore Klein
Joyce & Gerald Fishelberg, in memory of Lilly Fishelberg
Janice & Art Baer, in memory of Roz Pesin
Security Fund
EXPERT ADVICE
Herb Mars & Family, in memory of Eileen Zweig’s beloved husband, Martin
Andrea & Steven Katz, in memory of Eileen Zweig’s beloved husband, Martin
Laura & Howard Waksman, in memory of Eileen Zweig’s beloved husband, and our dear friend, Martin Zweig
Passport to Israel
Nadine & Allen Weg, in memory of Helen Ellias
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Daily Schedule of Prayer Services
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