Spring Mah Hadash 2023 | Park Avenue Synagogue

WELCOME SPRING. AND ELIJAH.

Spring is here and that means warmer weather, which is associated with renewal and celebration. We look forward to spending time with you and your family for all the holidays this season brings, from Purim to Passover. Let’s come together for worship, and chances to learn with a host of new classes, events, and programs.

Worship

There’s nothing better than family and friends coming together to celebrate Shabbat and holidays. At Kabbalat Shabbat, holiday mornings, and at weekday minyan, we read Torah, learn from our rabbis, sing with our cantors, comfort mourners, and pray together from wherever we are.

EVERY SHABBAT

Welcome Shabbat KABBALAT

SHABBAT

Fri / 6:15 pm / 87th Street and Online

Gather the family and recharge with a musical, lively, family friendly service.

Every 7 days. 52 weeks a year.

SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES

Sat / 9:45 am / 87th Street and Online

An uplifting morning service, with Torah reading, soulful prayer, and often with celebration of Bnei Mitzvah.

HASHKAMAH MINYAN

Sat / Weekly / 7:30 am / 87th Street

Join us for our lay-led early Shabbat Service – now fully egalitarian! We gather as a community of committed daveners to celebrate Shabbat, connect with tradition, and feel the joy of in-person community.

DAILY MINYAN SHACHARIT

Mon–Fri / 7:15 am / 87th Street and Online

Sun / 9:00 am / Online

MORNING MINYAN WILL START

AT 7:00 AM ON THE FOLLOWING

DATES:

Mar 6 (Fast of Esther)

Mar 7 (Purim)

Mar 23 (Rosh Chodesh Nissan)

Apr 10 & 11 (Chol HaMoed Passover)

Apr 21 (Rosh Chodesh Iyyar)

Apr 26 (Yom Ha’atzmaut)

May 19 (Yom Yerushalayim)

MORNING MINYAN WILL START

AT 9:00 AM ON THE FOLLOWING

DATES:

May 29 (Memorial Day)

MINCHA / MA’ARIV

Sun-Tue / 5:45 pm / Online

Wed / 5:45 pm / 87th Street and Online

Thu / 5:45 pm / Online

PURIM EVENING SERVICE

On Monday, March 6, evening Minyan will be at 8:00 pm in person following the Purim Spiel. There will be no afternoon Minyan that day.

MONTHLY

SHABBAT B’YACHAD

Monthly on Saturday mornings

Sat / Apr 15, May 6 / 10:00 am / 87th Street

Find the joy of Shabbat music and liturgy in a smaller setting, with opportunity to sing and participate and engage in Jewish learning.

Save the Date!

RETURN TO IN PERSON MINYAN

Wed / Mar 8 / 5:45 pm / 87th Street and Online

PAS is returning to in-person Minyan every Wednesday night. Gather together with other daveners as PAS Clergy leads the prayers.

Holidays

There’s no better time for us to come together to celebrate, worship, and learn.

Purim

MON–TUE / MAR 6–7

Celebrate this joyous holiday as we hear the story of Esther, who is the hero of the saga.

EVENING SERVICES WITH MEGILLAH READING

Mon / Mar 6 / Approximately 8:00 pm (following Purim Spiel, see page 8)

MORNING SERVICE WITH TORAH READING AND MEGILLAH READING

Tue / Mar 7 / 7:00 am

Pesach

WED–THU / APR 5–13

Whether you’re fasting or feasting, come together as a community for services and learning up to and during Passover.

Pre-Passover Reflection FAST OF THE FIRSTBORN

Wed/ Apr 5 5:09 am / Fast Starts

7:15 am / Morning Minyan

8:00 am / Study Session for Firstborn / 87th Street

7:24 pm / Fast Ends, Passover Begins

Preparing for Passover CHAMETZ TIMES:

Wed / Apr 5 / 10:50 am / Deadline to have eaten chametz

Wed / Apr 5 / 11:40 am / Deadline to sell chametz (fill out form)

Wed / Apr 5 / 11:54 am / Deadline to dispose of chametz

Thu / Apr 13 / 8:16 pm / Passover ends; newly purchased chametz may be eaten

Thu / Apr 13 / 9:30 pm / Chametz sold through PAS may be eaten

Worshipping Together FESTIVAL SERVICES FOR EREV PASSOVER

Wed / Apr 5 / 6:30 pm / Festival Evening Services

FESTIVAL SERVICES FOR PASSOVER DAY 1

Thu / Apr 6 9:45 am / Festival Morning Services

LAST DAYS OF

PASSOVER

Tue / Apr 11 / 6:30 pm / Weekday Afternoon and Festival Evening Services

Wed / Apr 12 / 9:45 am / Festival Morning Services

Wed / Apr 12 / 6:30 pm / Festival Afternoon and Evening Services

Thu / Apr 13 / 9:45 am / Festival Morning Services, including Yizkor

Thu / Apr 13 / 5:45 pm / Festival Afternoon and Weekday Evening Services

Thu / Apr 13 / 9:30 pm / Passover Ends

Shavuot

THU–SAT / MAY 25–27

FESTIVAL EVENING SERVICES

Thu / May 25 / 7:30 pm

TIKKUN LEIL SHAVUOT

Thu / May 25 / 8:00 pm

FESTIVAL MORNING SERVICES, INCLUDING ADULT BNEI MITZVAH CEREMONY

Fri / May 26 / 9:45 am

PAS COMMUNITY PASSOVER SEDER

Thu / Apr 6 / 6:30 pm / 87th Street

Join us on the second night of Passover for a community Seder as we read, pray, join in song, and eat! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate together with friends and family. Space is limited, so make sure to register by March 20 to ensure your seat. Secure your spot today!

5:45 pm / Festival Afternoon and Evening Services

SHABBAT AND FESTIVAL SERVICES FOR PASSOVER DAY 2

Fri / Apr 7 9:45 am / Festival Morning Services

6:15 pm / Festival Afternoon and Shabbat Evening Services

For Passover programs and events, see page 9.

Celebrate our Adult Bnei Mitzvah students as they are called to the Torah on Shavuot in completion of their year of study and mark this momentous occasion together.

SFESTIVAL AFTERNOON AND SHABBAT AND FESTIVAL EVENING SERVICES

Fri / May 26 / 6:15 pm

SHABBAT AND FESTIVAL MORNING SERVICES, INCLUDING YIZKOR

Sat / May 27 / 9:45 am

PURIM PROGRAMMING

Purim is one of the most joyous of Jewish holidays. PAS has everything you need to celebrate whether it's for young children, 20s and 30s, or entire families.

See page 6 for Purim worship services.

COMMUNITY-WIDE

The Purim Story Recounted THE QUEEN’S TIARA: A SPIEL NOIR

Mon / Mar 6 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street

Action ... Suspense ... Danger ....

The story of Purim as you've never heard it before! A corrupt district attorney. A clueless king. Three dangerous women. The queen's crown. And the hardboiled detective who ties them all together. Don’t miss this night of suspense.

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YFE Megillah and Mayhem PURIM FESTIVITIES

Sun / Mar 5 / 87th Street

10:30 am, YFE Service, Megillah reading, and costume parade

11:00 am, Quiet Carnival: for those who need a sensory-friendly experience

11:30 am, Purim Carnival

A day filled with Purim festivities. Wear your costume and prepare for a Purim you will never forget.

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20s AND 30s

Make Some Noise

20s AND 30s PURIM PARTY

Mon / Mar 6 / 7:15 pm / 87th Street

Join those in their 20s and 30s from across NYC for a Purim party. We’ll read the Megillah, and celebrate the holiday with drinks, bites, and community. Costumes encouraged! Non-alcoholic beverages will also be served. This event is in partnership with Reshet Ramah and USY Alumni.

REGISTER THROUGH RAMAH

For more 20s and 30s information see 19.

CONGREGATIONAL SCHOOL

Celebrate Purim with the CS CS PURIM PIZZA PARTY

Mon / Mar 6 / 5:00–6:15 pm / 87th Street Ballroom

Students and families will first indulge in pizza and then head over to the PAS Purim Spiel. Come in your costumes for a festive evening.

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PESACH PROGRAMMING

CONGREGATIONAL SCHOOL

PASSOVER IN THE CS

Mon–Thu / Mar 13–16

Cup Runneth Over 20s AND 30s PASSOVER WINE TASTING AND SALE

PURIM DRESS-UP DAYS

Mon–Fri / Mar 6–10

There’s a host of events to commemorate Passover. We’ll be celebrating with our youth, teens, and entire families during this special holiday that marks our freedom from slavery. Learn about the holiday, enjoy a seder or two, sample Israeli wines, and so much more.

See page 6 for Pesach worship services.

PASCS students will enjoy special programs and learning about Passover during school.

See page 27.

ARMS AND COMMITTEES

Fruit of the Vine MEN'S CLUB PREPASSOVER ISRAELI WINE TASTING AND SALE

Tue / Mar 14 / 7:30 pm / 87th Street

Daniel Mesznik

Sample a variety of Israeli wines and find a new favorite. Mesznik of McCabes Wine & Spirits will walk us through new brands and vintages to try at our seders. Enjoy light Israeli-themed bites along with the wine tasting.

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Thu / Mar 30 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street

Daniel Mesznik

Raise a glass with friends and find your new favorite vintage in advance of Passover.

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Tikkun Olam DOROT PASSOVER PACKAGE DELIVERY

Sun / Mar 26 / 10:00 am / Safra Center, 130 East 82nd Street

Deliver a thoughtful, Passoverthemed care package and connect with an older neighbor.

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Clean Out for a Cause

TIKKUN OLAM CHAMETZ DRIVE WITH NEW YORK COMMON PANTRY

Mon–Mon / Mar 27–Apr 3 / Dropoff at 87th Street

Join a pre-Passover pantry clean out to help our friends at the New York Common Pantry. Drop off your chametz and benefit our neighbors in need.

This event is in partnership with Penn Family ECC.

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What Makes Tonight Different? SEDER WORKSHOP: HOW TO MAKE YOUR SEDER INVITING FOR ALL

Tue / Mar 28 / 9:30 am Rabbi Solmsen

How can your children (and everyone) be more engaged at your seder this year? What can you do to make your seder different than in past years? Learn usable tips and tricks to make any seder more engaging.

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See page 31 for more Young Family Education’s Passover events.

YOUTH AND TEENS

See page 23 for Youth and Teens Passover fun, including seder plate painting and a chocolate seder.

PENN FAMILY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

PENN FAMILY ECC PASSOVER CELEBRATIONS

Mon–Tue / Apr 3–4

PENN FAMILY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Community Programs

Israel at 75

It’s the diamond anniversary of the Jewish state! Join us at PAS for a variety of opportunities to learn about Israel. From discussions about Israel’s Declaration of Independence to a spring concert dedicated to Israeli music.

Yom Ha’atzma-Art! ISRAEL AT 75 LEGACY MURAL PROJECT WORKSHOP

Mon / Mar 13 / 7:00 pm / 89th Street

Ellen Alt, Artist-in-Residence, and Michal Abramoff, UES Shlicha

To celebrate Israel at 75, we are going to recreate the spirit of the proclamation of Israel’s Declaration of Independence with a three-part mural that will hang in the sanctuary as the backdrop for our summer Israeli music concert. Contribute to this unique and engaging congregational project in this workshop.

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Israel at 75 ISRAEL’S FOUNDING DOCUMENT: AN URGENT DEBATE

Sun / Mar 26 / 9:30 am–12:00 pm

Consul General Asaf Zamir, Rabbis Elliot Cosgrove and Jeremy Kalmanofsky, and BINA Scholars

With the current political crisis unfolding in Israel, there is no more timely an occasion to come together to discuss and debate the State of Israel’s founding document, its Declaration of Independence. Led by educators from BINA: The Jewish Movement for Social Change, we’ll discuss the nature and future of Israel’s democracy and democratic values. This program is in partnership with BINA: The Jewish movement for Social Change and Congregation Ansche Chesed.

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Cook Like an Israeli ISRAELI COOKING

Mon / Apr 10 / 4:00 pm / 87th Street

What do you eat during Passover? Join our Shlicha for a special Israeli cooking program, including learning to make shakshuka. Open to all 6th–7th graders.

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See page 23.

Happy 75th Birthday Israel!

YOM HA’ATZMAUT PROGRAMS IN THE CONGREGATIONAL SCHOOL

Week of April 24–27 during Congregational School

Israel has a big birthday coming up. Throughout this week, the CS students will have special programs and learning opportunities about Israel.

Celebrating Israel!

YOM HA'ATZMAUT FAMILY CELEBRATION

Sun / Apr 30 / 11:00 am / 87th Street

Join PAS, Central Synagogue, and the 92nd Street Y in celebrating Israel's 75th year of independence with an Israeli-themed carnival, dance performances, music, food, and a community art project with Ellen Alt.

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Celebrate Israel’s Success EUROVISION SCREENING

Tue / May 9 / 5:00 pm / 87th Street

Thu / May 11 / 5:00 pm / 87th Street

Join our Shlicha, Michal Abramoff, in watching the Eurovision semi-finals. Abramoff will teach us about Israel’s history with this competition and share her excitement with us. For 8th–12th graders. See page 24 for more information.

The Many Faces of Israel at 75!

SENIORS LUNCH TOGETHER

Thu / May 18 / 1:00 pm / 87th Street

The second session of our new initiative designed for seniors 70-plus to build community at PAS will feature lunch, schmoozing, and discussion with our Shlicha, Michal Abramoff, in celebration of Yom Ha'atzmaut. Light lunch will be provided. Save the date!

Israel at 75

THEODOR HERZL: THE CHARISMATIC LEADER

Tue / Apr 25 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Derek Penslar and Rabbi Cosgrove

How did Theodor Herzl, a cosmopolitan and assimilated European Jew, become the leader of the Zionist movement? Penslar and Rabbi Cosgrove explore Herzl’s path and how his short life created his enduring legacy. This program is in partnership with Jewish Lives and Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning.

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Tekes Me’avar FROM MEMORIAL TO

CELEBRATION: ISRAEL’S 75TH BIRTHDAY

Tue / Apr 25 / 8:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

As night falls and Israel’s Memorial Day ends, mark the momentous occasion of transition to Israel’s 75th Independence Day. Clergy from PAS, Central Synagogue, and Kehilath Jeshurun will come together with music, remarks, and moments of blessing to mark this most auspicious birthday.

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Israel at 75

PAS Music Center Presents: Israel at 75

WED / JUN 7 / 7:00 PM / 87TH STREET AND

ONLINE

Celebrate Israel with one of its most powerful and exciting exports – the profoundly moving and joyful character of Israeli music. Preparations for our concert are well underway –featuring Cantors Schwartz and Davis, and an orchestral ensemble directed by David Enlow. We will welcome special guests Cantor Shiree Kidron, Cantor Chaim Dovid Berson, and arrangements by the eminent Israeli-American composer Oran Eldor. A reception with Israeli-themed treats will follow on the rooftop.

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SAVE THE DATE!

Atid: Inspiring Our Future

18th Annual Gala

Honoring Marc Becker

THU / MAY 4 / 7:00 PM

THE ARTHUR ROSS TERRACE AND GARDEN AT THE COOPER HEWITT, SMITHSONIAN DESIGN MUSEUM

Please join us in the Cooper Hewitt gardens as we honor Marc, former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and his accomplishments and longtime commitment to PAS, its community, and its future.

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2023 Annual Meeting

TUE / MAY 23 / 6:00 PM Mark First, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, will present the Annual Report, and we will elect new trustees and advisory council members, recognize board members who have completed their terms, and conduct other business as may be presented at the meeting.

Adult Engagement

Spring is the perfect time to restart and add more learning to your schedule. There’s a variety of classes, events, programs, discussions, and conversations. This season offers something for everyone.

Programs and Events

Learn Around the Table SHABBAT DINNER WITH GUEST DR. RICHARD HAASS

Fri / Mar 3 / 7:15 pm / 87th Street

Dr. Richard Haass and Rabbi Cosgrove

Over Shabbat dinner, Dr. Haass will discuss his new book The Bill of Obligations: Ten Habits of Good Citizens with Rabbi Cosgrove as well as what Americans need to put into practice if we are to bridge our divisions. This dinner is only open to PAS members and their guests. To be added to the waitlist for this event, contact Adult Engagement. Registration closed.

Beit Midrash Sunday Series ISRAEL AND DIASPORA IN THE PURIM STORY AND TODAY

Sun / Mar 5 / 9:30 am–12:00 pm / 87th Street

9:30 am / Bagel Breakfast

10:00 am / Learning Sessions

Dr. Elana Stein Hain

The Purim story is set in Persia at the same time as a significant group of Jews has returned to and is rebuilding life in the land of Israel. What can the “split-screen” experience of Jews in Persia and in Israel offer us for thinking about Israel-Diaspora relations today?

READ MORE ABOUT DR. ELANA STEIN HAIN HERE.

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Untold History THE VATICAN, THE HOLOCAUST, AND WORLD WAR II: UNCOVERING THE SECRET HISTORY

Thu / Mar 23 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Professor David Kertzer, Abraham Foxman, and Rabbi Cosgrove

What did the Catholic Church, led by Pope Pius XII during World War II, know about the activities of Mussolini and Hitler? How did the Church respond, and what were the consequences? Professor Kertzer and Foxman, National Director Emeritus of the ADL, will join Rabbi Cosgrove in discussion. This program is in partnership with TOLI: The Olga Lengyel Institute for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights.

READ MORE ABOUT PROFESSOR DAVID KERTZER HERE.

READ MORE ABOUT ABRAHAM FOXMAN HERE.

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Israel at 75 ISRAEL’S FOUNDING DOCUMENT: AN URGENT DEBATE

Sun / Mar 26 / 9:30 am–12:00 pm / 87th Street

See page 10 for more information.

What Matters

LAST FLIGHT HOME: A CONVERSATION ON END OF LIFE

Tue / Mar 28 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Rabbi Rachel Timoner and Rabbi Zuckerman

Last Flight Home a film by Ondi Timoner, Rabbi Timoner’s sister, documents their father Eli Timoner’s last days. As part of our What Matters series, Rabbis Timoner and Zuckerman will grapple with topics of death with dignity, physician-assisted death, and the grace and connection that can emerge from embracing death.

This program is in partnership with What Matters, and Central Synagogue.

RACHEL TIMONER HERE.

Zachor YOM HASHOAH COMMEMORATION

Mon / Apr 17 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Richard Hurowitz and PAS Clergy

Marking Holocaust Remembrance Day, join us for an evening of memorial prayers, music, and remarks from our clergy. We will also hear from Hurowitz, author of In the Garden of the Righteous: The Heroes Who Risked Their Lives to Save Jews During the Holocaust, in dialogue with Rabbi Zuckerman.

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THEODOR HERZL: THE CHARISMATIC LEADER

Tue / Apr 25 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Derek Penslar and Rabbi Cosgrove

How did Theodor Herzl, a cosmopolitan and assimilated European Jew, become the leader of the Zionist movement? Penslar and Rabbi Cosgrove explore Herzl’s path and how his short life created his enduring legacy.

This program is in partnership with Jewish Lives and Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning.

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Blessing!

TRIBUTE TO RABBI HESCHEL ON HIS 50TH YAHRZEIT

Tue / May 2 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Dr. Susannah Heschel and Rabbi Cosgrove

Marking the 50th anniversary of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel’s passing, come together for an evening of notable guest speakers sharing remarks about his legacy and the lessons his leadership continues to teach us today.

READ MORE ABOUT DR. SUSANNAH HESCHEL HERE.

Late Night Learning

TIKKUN LEIL SHAVUOT

Thu / May 25 / 8:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

PAS Clergy

Engage in the tradition of Jewish learning on the eve of Shavuot in anticipation of the celebration of the receiving of the Torah the following day. Study with our clergy and stick around afterward for cheesecake and coffee.

Eye Toward Zion

REMARKS FROM DR. YIZHAR HESS

Fri / May 26 / During Kabbalat Shabbat Services / 87th Street and Online

Dr. Yizhar Hess

Reflecting on 125 years of Zionism and the future of the movement, hear remarks from Dr. Hess, Vice Chairman of the World Zionist Organization.

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Israel at 75 PAS MUSIC CENTER

PRESENTS:

ISRAEL AT 75

Wed / Jun 7 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online

Celebrate Israel with one of its most powerful and exciting exports – the profoundly moving and joyful character of Israeli music. Preparations for our concert are well underway –featuring Cantors Schwartz and Davis, and an orchestral ensemble directed by David Enlow. We will welcome special guests Cantor Shiree Kidron, Cantor Chaim Dovid Berson, and arrangements by the eminent Israeli-American composer Oran Eldor. A reception with Israeli-themed treats will follow on the rooftop.

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Israel at 75

His Memory is Unquestionably a

Classes

From semester-long classes to drop-ins, you’ll want to find time in your schedule for all the engaging learning at PAS. There's something for everyone.

Drop-in Classes

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Mon / Apr 10, May 22 / 8:00 pm / Online

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STUDY WITH RABBI

COSGROVE: THE WEEKLY COMMENTARY

Tue / Weekly / 8:00 am / 87th Street and Online

Rabbi Cosgrove

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CONTEMPORARY JEWISH THOUGHT

Tue / Weekly / 12:00 pm / Online

Rabbi Zuckerman

ZOOM

DAF SHEVUI

Wed / Weekly / 8:30 am / Online

Rabbi Zauzmer

ZOOM

INSIGHTS FROM ISRAEL

Thu / Mar 9, May 11 / 12:00 pm / Online

Rabbi Michael Graetz

ZOOM SHULHAN IVRIT

Thu / Mar 16, Apr 20, May 18 / 7:00 pm / Online

ZOOM TALMUD STUDY

Fri / Weekly / 8:00 am / Online

Rabbinic Intern Kornsgold

ZOOM

PARASHAT HASHAVUA

Sat / Weekly / 9:00 am / 87th Street and Online

PAS Clergy

ZOOM

Arms and Committees

When you join Arms and Committees, you’ll make friends and find something to suit your interests. From events in Men’s Club and Women’s Network to Tikkun Olam, we have what you need this spring.

20s and 30s

Make Some Noise

20s AND 30s PURIM PARTY

Mon / Mar 6 / 8:00 pm / 87th Street

See page 8 for more information.

Israel Book Club

ISRAEL: A SIMPLE

GUIDE TO THE MOST MISUNDERSTOOD COUNTRY ON EARTH

Tue / Mar 14 / 7:00 pm / Rabbi

Zauzmer's Apartment

Read the book about Israel by Noa Tishby, Israeli actress and activist. We will cover a few chapters each month up to May. There will be pizza and a thought-provoking discussion.

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Arts

Engagement

NY Arts

WINTER/ SPRING GALLERY TOUR SERIES

Fri / Apr 28 / 11:00 am / Tribeca

Tue / May 16 / 11:00 am / Lower East Side

Natasha Schlesinger

The Arts Engagement and ArtMuse founder’s private tour series of selected galleries across New York City features the newest offerings of the winter/spring season. Explore the art scene in Chelsea, Tribeca, and the Lower East Side.

LEARN MORE

See page 10 for Israel at 75.

20s AND 30s PASSOVER WINE TASTING AND SALE

Thu / Mar 30 / 7:30 pm / 87th Street

See page 9 for details.

Enduring Partnership

SEMINARY SHABBAT 2023

Sat / Mar 11 / During Shabbat Services / 87th Street and Online

Chancellor Shuly Rubin Schwartz

Celebrate our long-standing relationship with the Jewish Theological Seminary. We’ll welcome JTS Chancellor Rubin Schwartz to share remarks from the bimah during services.

Men’s Club

Fruit of the Vine PRE-PASSOVER

Tikkun Olam

ISRAELI

WINE TASTING AND SALE

Tue / Mar 14 / 7:30 pm / 87th Street

Daniel Mesznik

Sample a variety of Israeli wines and find a new favorite. Mesznik of McCabes Wine & Spirits will walk us through new brands and vintages to try at our seders. Enjoy light Israeli-themed bites along with wine.

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Feeding the Community AT-HOME SANDWICHMAKING FOR NEW YORK COMMON PANTRY

Fri / Mar 10, Apr 21, May 12, Jun 9 / 9:30–11:00 am / Drop off at 87th Street

Join our monthly initiative to make sandwiches at home and help bring nourishment to neighbors in need.

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Clean Out for a Cause CHAMETZ DRIVE WITH NEW YORK COMMON PANTRY

Mon–Mon / Mar 27–Apr 3 / Dropoff at 87th Street

See page 9 for more information.

DOROT PASSOVER PACKAGE DELIVERY

Sun / Mar 26 / 10:00 am / Safra Center, 130 East 82nd Street

Deliver a thoughtful, Passoverthemed care package and connect with an older neighbor.

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Visit pasyn.org/communities/ujaat-pas for the latest programming.

Women’s Network

Add a Little Sparkle PROJECT PROM

Tue–Fri / Apr 25–28 / Temple Emanu-El, 1 East 65th Street

Set-Up Day / Apr 25 / 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Dress-Selection Days / Apr 26–27 / 10:00 am–6:00 pm

Clean Up Day / Apr 28 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Help low-income high-school seniors shine at their spring proms by helping to provide a “boutique” shopping experience for these young women and give them free prom ensembles. You can volunteer to help set up the clothing or assist the young women with dress selection. Donations accepted: new evening handbags, new jewelry, new shoes, and sealed cosmetics and makeup. Please drop off donations to Temple Emanu-El’s 65th Street lobby.

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Youth and Teens

We ensure continuous learning opportunities for our youth and teen members. Find up-todate information about all our programming on our website, through monthly emails, or contact Ariel Glueck, Director of Youth and Teen Programming.

Get Ready for Shabbat CHALLAH BRAIDING WORKSHOP

Thu / Mar 9 / 6:00 pm / 87th Street

Learn different braiding techniques and take home a challah for Shabbat. We'll start by braiding together, eating dinner, and then we’ll build out your Shabbat family traditions. Open to all 3rd–7th grade families.

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Make New Traditions

SEDER PLATE PAINTING

Sun / Mar 26 / 1:00 pm / 87th Street

Make a new family heirloom that can last for generations to come. Paint a new seder plate together and pick it up in time for use this Pesach. Timing and registration information coming soon. Open to all 3rd–7th grade families.

Calling All Chocoholics

CHOCOLATE SEDER

Sun / Apr 2 / 2:00 pm / 87th Street

Get ready for Passover with a chocolate seder. We’ll have a fun afternoon filled with games, community, and of course chocolate. Open to all 3rd–5th graders.

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Cook Like an Israeli ISRAELI COOKING

Mon / Apr 10 / 4:00 pm / 87th Street

What do you eat during Passover? Join our Shlicha for a special Israeli cooking program, including learning to make shakshuka. Open to all 6th–7th graders.

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See page 10 for Israel at 75.

Amusement for All SIX FLAGS TRIP

Sun / May 21 / TBD / Meeting at 87th Street

We welcome our almost 8th graders to the PAS Teen family with a trip to Six Flags. Timing, pricing, and registration information coming soon. Open to all 7th–12th graders.

Let’s Celebrate!

END-OF-YEAR BASH

Thu / May 25 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street

Celebrate the end of the year with your PAS friends. We’ll have music, dancing, treats, and games. Open to all 3rd–7th graders.

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TEENS

Learning Together TEEN/PARENT LEARNING WITH RABBI COSGROVE

Sat / Mar 4, Apr 1, May 13 / 3:30 pm

/ Rabbi Cosgrove’s Home

This monthly program invites teens and their parents to study Torah together as Rabbi Cosgrove connects our ancient text with current events (and we’ll eat yummy black and white cookies).

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Volunteering Opportunity

PURIM CARNIVAL

Sun / Mar 5 / 9:00 am / 87th Street

Help make the Purim Carnival a roaring success. Run carnival games, paint faces, and enjoy many other options.

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For more on Purim, see pages 6 and 8.

Grade 12

SEMINAR WITH RABBI COSGROVE

Wed / May 10. 17, 24 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street

Seniors are invited to reflect on their high school experiences and prepare for leaving the PAS nest, with Rabbi Cosgrove.

REGISTER NOW Monthly Meeting

TEENS COMBATTING ANTISEMITISM

Sun / Mar 12 / 3:30 pm / 87th Street

Take a deep dive into the connection between white supremacy and antisemitism with Vlad Khaykin, the National Director of Programs on Antisemitism for the ADL.

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BRACKET CHALLENGE

Sun / Apr 2 / 11:00 am / 87th Street

Get ready for a bracket challenge and follow along with the games for a chance to win a prize. $5 entry fee. Brackets due by March 15. For more information, contact Ariel Glueck.

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Grades 9–12

BROADWAY SHOW: PARADE

Sun / Apr 16 / 1:30 pm / Location upon registration

Join us for the revival of Parade starring Ben Platt. It tells the heart-wrenching true story of Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jewish man living in Atlanta who was wrongfully convicted of a crime, and then lynched in Georgia. The momentous case drew national attention to antisemitism and was pivotal to the founding of the AntiDefamation League (ADL) as well as the reviving of the Ku Klux Klan in the South.

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Grades 8–9

ALBANY TRIP

Sun–Mon / Apr 23–24 / Albany

Have suitcases, will travel! Come along on a two-day trip upstate to find out where the sausage gets made. We’ll spend Sunday morning and afternoon at an indoor water park and Monday hearing from non-profits that support food insecure New Yorkers. We will lobby local government officials.

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game METS BASEBALL GAME FUN

Sun / May 7 / 12:15 pm / 87th Street

Come cheer on your favorite NYC baseball team (sorry, Yankees) and get the inside scoop from Rabbi Zauzmer’s husband, Ben, who works on strategy for the Mets.

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Celebrate Israel’s Success EUROVISION

SCREENING

Tue / May 9 / 5:00 pm / 87th Street

Thu / May 11 / 5:00 pm / 87th Street

Join our Shlicha Michal Abramoff in watching the Eurovision semi-finals. She will teach us about Israel’s history with this competition and share her excitement with us.

See page 10 for Israel at 75.

We Appreciate You TEEN APPRECIATION

SHABBAT

Fri–Sat / May 12–13 / 87th Street

Let us show our appreciation for you on Teen Appreciation Shabbat. More info to come.

Combatting Antisemitism

While it seems the world has turned upside down, one constant has been the ups and downs that the Jewish people have encountered as we navigate our relationships with people outside of the Jewish community. As we all know, we have been experiencing an uptick of antisemitism, and it continues to get worse. The ADL reports that 1.09 billion people hold antisemitic attitudes.

We know that this issue is impacting everyone in the Jewish community including our high school students and three teens from PAS are trying to help.

Meet 11th-graders Aaron Egol, 17; Ava Epstein, 16; and Skylar Deutsch, 16. As friends since childhood, they grew up in New York City and spent their formative years learning, growing, and connecting at PAS. They approached Ariel Glueck, our Director of Teen and High School Programming and Engagement and together they launched the Combatting Antisemitism Task Force this past January. The group meets once a month to help spread knowledge and support about antisemitism in the world and how to take action against it.

“I was not inspired by any specific incident that happened to me but by what was happening broadly in New York City, seeing stuff in the news with Kanye West and incidents all over the world,” Aaron said. “We wanted to get involved in our community and provide a safe space to have conversations to help make a difference.”

Skylar says that when she was in preschool, she was in a sort of “bubble." But things changed as she got older. “I saw what was happening in the world and in the city, especially when finally had access to social media,” she said. “It set off an alarm and inspired me to take action."

For Ava, the task force helps shed light on daily incidents of antisemitism rather than just the Holocaust. “We want to still talk about the Holocaust and remember it but want to talk about incidents happening in everyday life to help prevent another Holocaust from happening in the future,” she said.

The task force is a place for people to cope with what is going on in daily life. There are roughly 30 teens who attend the meetings in a comfortable setting that is engaging and a place to learn how to advocate against antisemitism.

Aaron, Ava, and Skylar feel they have been lucky to attend mostly Jewish schools where they are surrounded by people who are not antisemitic. Their brushes with antisemitism have mostly been stereotypical jokes in passing. But they know when they leave for college that things could change, and they all want to be prepared.

The task force is partnering with the 92nd Street Y and Temple Israel for a workshop on responding to antisemitism. Speakers will teach teens how to speak to peers, adults, and teachers with whom they may not feel comfortable speaking. They also plan to bring in college students (PAS alumni) to discuss antisemitism on campus, talk about opportunities to get involved with Jewish life at college, and how to prepare for any dangers.

“Wherever there are Jewish people there will be acts of antisemitism,” Ava said. “There’s a way to make it better but I don’t think it will 100 percent go away.”

Aaron, Ava and Skylar believe raising awareness is key. They are nervous about college, but the task force helps them prepare for tough conversations. They also want others to know that they are not alone.

"We’ve gotten to a place where antisemitism has become acceptable in our culture,” Aaron said. “I agree there’s things we can do to apply social pressure and transform the reality that antisemitism is accepted in our society.”

Glueck is especially proud of these three PAS teens. “I am so impressed by their initiative, follow through, and thoughtfulness,” she said. “I know that they will continue to make a difference in the lives of their peers and the greater PAS community.”

The mission statement of the task force is: Helping to shine a light on antisemitism in large- and small-scale environments through education and advocacy.

“The three of us agreed when we created this task force to help fight antisemitism and felt it was our duty to do so,” Skylar said. “We didn’t really have an option.”

Task Force: An interview with founding teens and celebrating the work they have done

Congregational School

You’ll find engaging and positive Jewish education at the center of the PAS Congregational School. It is our goal for all young learners and their families to be inspired in lifelong participation in the Jewish community.

Special Ceremony

GRADE 4 MILESTONE MOMENT & SHABBAT SERVICE

Fri / Mar 3 / 5:45–6:15 pm, Milestone Moment; 6:15 pm, Dinner / 87th Street, Third Floor

Join us for a special evening highlighting our 4th–grade students as they receive their own mezuzot and help lead the Milestone Moment service.

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Shabbat Morning CONGREGATIONAL SCHOOL SHABBAT MORNING

Sat / Mar 4 / 9:45 am / 87th Street, Main Sanctuary

K–3 students will help the clergy lead the service. A luncheon will follow for all CS families.

Celebrate Purim CS PURIM PIZZA PARTY

Mon / Mar 6 / 5:00–6:15 pm / 87th Street Ballroom

See page 8 for pizza party.

Bnei Mitzvah Education

GRADE 6 FAMILY MITZVAH FAIR

Tues / Mar 7 / 5:30–7:00 pm / 87th Street, Third Floor Event Space

Families will learn about some Mitzvah Project opportunities as they approach their Bnei Mitzvah year. Fifth–grade families who are interested can also join.

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GRADE 6 BOOK CLUB WITH RABBI COSGROVE

Sat / Mar 11 / 3:00–4:00 pm / Rabbi Cosgrove’s Apartment

Sixth graders will join Rabbi Cosgrove to discuss The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank.

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GRADES K–2 HAVDALAH PROGRAM

Sat / Mar 11 / 5:00–6:00 pm / 87th Street, Third Floor Chapel

Havdalah is a very special ceremony that marks the end of Shabbat. We will come together to smell the spices, light the manywicked candle, and taste the wine/ grape juice.

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PASSOVER IN THE CONGREGATIONAL

SCHOOL

Mon–Thu / Mar 13–16 / During Congregational School

PASCS students will enjoy special programs and learning about Passover during school. Happy 75th Birthday Israel!

YOM HA’ATZMAUT PROGAMS IN THE CONGREGATIONAL SCHOOL

Mon–Thu / Apr 24–27 / During Congregational School

Israel has a big birthday coming up. Throughout this week, the CS students will have special programs and learning opportunities about Israel.

GRADE 5 MILESTONE MOMENT AND SHABBAT DINNER

Fri / Apr 28 / 5:45–6:15 pm / 87th Street, Third Floor Chapel

Fri / Apr 28 / 6:15–7:15 pm / Main Sanctuary

Fri / Apr 28 / 7:15 pm / Lower-Level Ballroom 3

Join us for a special evening when our 5th–grade students will be presented with their own copy of Siddur Lev Shalem for use in the classroom and during prayer. A Shabbat dinner will follow services.

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END-OF-YEAR CONGREGATIONAL SCHOOL ZIMRIYA

Fri / May 19 / 6:15 pm, 87th Street, Main Sanctuary; 7:15 pm dinner, 87th Street Ballroom Students will be featured in this Friday night tefillah as we finish the 2022–23 school year. Afterward we will have dinner.

Spring 5783 Highlights

MARCH

Penn Family Early Childhood Center

Step into spring with Penn Family ECC for fun and exciting in-person learning. Parents can participate with their children for visits, parent education, and classroom celebrations. It’s easy to stay up to date with our weekly newsletter. You can also check our website for dates, times, and details.

GALA 2023

Celebrate on Thursday, May 4 with Penn Family ECC at a cocktail reception at 6:00 pm in the Great Hall at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Then join the PAS gala in the garden. More details on page 12.

PENN FAMILY ECC BOOK FAIR

Wed –Thu / Mar 1–2 / Third Floor

Chapel Rear

READ ACROSS AMERICA

Thu / Mar 2

PARENT COFFEE

Fri / Mar 3 / 9:30 am / Continuing conversations with John Gentile, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultant

PURIM DRESS-UP DAYS

Mon–Fri / Mar 6–10

PARENT COFFEE

Fri / Mar 17 / 9:30 am / Shabbat in the Home with Rabbi Bradley Solmsen

PARENT CONFERENCES

Tue / Mar 21 School Closed

APRIL

PESACH CELEBRATIONS

Mon / Apr 3 11:30 am / Orange

1:30 pm / Red

2:00 pm / Green

PESACH CELEBRATIONS

Tue / Apr 4 12:30 pm / Purple

1:30 pm / Yellow

2:00 pm / Blue

PASSOVER BREAK

Wed–Fri / Apr 5–14 School Closed

PARENT MATH NIGHT / YELLOW, PURPLE, ORANGE

Thu / Apr 20 / 6:30 pm

PARENT MATH NIGHT / RED, GREEN, BLUE

Wed / Apr 26 / 6:30 pm

PARENT COFFEE

Fri / Apr 28 / 9:30 am / PA CoChair Check-in

MAY–JUNE

SPECIAL VISITORS DAY

Tue / May 2 11:30 am / Orange

2:00 pm / Blue

SPECIAL VISITORS DAY

Wed / May 3 12:30 am / Purple

1:30 pm / Yellow

SPECIAL VISITORS DAY

Thu / May 4

1:30 pm / Red

2:00 pm / Green

PARENT COFFEE

Fri / May 19 / 9:30 am / Pamela

B. Schwartz and Rabbi Bradley Solmsen Summer Farewell

SHAVUOT

Thu–Fri / May 25–26

School Closed

MEMORIAL DAY

Mon / May 29

School Closed

END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Tue / May 30

11:30 am / Orange

1:30 pm / Yellow

END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Wed / May 31

12:30 pm / Purple 1:30pm / Red

END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATION

Thu / Jun 1 2:00 pm / Green

PENN FAMILY ECC FAMILY SHABBAT

Fri / Jun 2 / 5:30 pm

END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATION

Mon / Jun 5 2:00 pm / Blue

Young EducationFamily

Terrific Twos

2023–24 SHALOM SHTAYIM REGISTRATION OPEN

Two or four days a week / Fall 2023

Give your kids a firm foundation for growth as they explore everything from cooking to expressing themselves artistically and musically in this innovative Jewish program.

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Poetry in Action MEET THE AUTHOR

Thu / Mar 2 / 9:30 am

Meet poet and author Rupa Mehta, author of someone calls me mommy She will do a reading and parenting session based on her book of poems.

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Family Morning Service SHABBAT SHELANU

Sat / Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 22, 29; May 6, 13 / 10:30 am

Rabbi Zauzmer and Cantor

Reisner

A musical morning service geared for families with children ages newborn–2nd grade. Your family will have an opportunity to sing, pray, and learn together.

Megillah and Mayhem PURIM FESTIVITIES

Sun / Mar 5 / 87th Street

10:30 am, YFE Service, Megillah reading, and costume parade

11:00 am, Quiet Carnival: for those who need a sensory friendly experience

11:30 am, Purim Carnival

A day filled with Purim festivities. Wear your costume and prepare for a Purim you will never forget.

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Pray & Sing KABBALAT SHABBAT AND DINNER FOR FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN

Fri / Mar 17; Apr 28; May 19 / 5:00 pm

Rabbi Zauzmer and Cantor Reisner

Sing, clap, and welcome Shabbat.

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What Makes Tonight Different? SEDER WORKSHOP: HOW TO MAKE YOUR SEDER INVITING FOR ALL

Tue / Mar 28 / 9:30 am

Rabbi Solmsen

Get ready to sing, clap, and create as we prepare for Passover. We will create items that can be used at your seder and have a concert by musical guest Shira Kobren. Learn usable tips and tricks to make any seder more engaging.

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Prepare for Pesach PASSOVER ART WORKSHOP AND CONCERT

Sun / Apr 2 / 10:30 am

Ellen Alt and Shira Kobren

Get ready to sing, clap, and create as we prepare for the holiday of Passover. We will create items that can be used at your seder and have an amazing Passover concert by musical guest Shira Kobren.

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Family Holiday Services

PASSOVER SHELANU

Sat / Apr 8 / 10:30 am

Wed / Apr 12 / 10:30 am

A musical morning service geared for families with children from newborn–2nd grade. Your family will have an opportunity to sing, pray, and learn together for Passover, with PAS clergy.

Torah for Tots SHAVUOT SERVICE

Fri / May 26 / 10:30 am

Cantor Reisner

Celebrate the receiving of the Torah at this family friendly Shavuot service followed by an ice cream party.

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See page 7 for Shavuot worship services.

Fun in the Sun Camp Keshet

Registration Open MON–FRI / JUN 19–AUG 11

Sports, art, science, swimming: Camp Keshet has it all! Grab your spot today for summer 2023 as group size is limited.

FOR UPDATES AND FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT PASYN.ORG