August 2019 Kol Tikvah

August 2019 • Volume 38 • Issue 7

A Reform Congregation Embracing Our Jewish Tradition

Welcome to the 2019/2020 School Year!

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A MESSAGE FROM RABBI SHUVAL-WEINER Believe it or not, its that time of the year again…another rotation around the sun, Children are heading off for a new school year and the Jewish world is starting to prepare for Holy Days. Rosh Hashanah is rapidly approaching! At this writing it is 7 1/2 weeks away, September 29th to be exact.

While it can feel like an incredibly busy time right now, it is also an opportunity for self-reflection, growth and discovery to prepare for the holidays and the new year ahead. Giving oneself time for this preparation is an important gift for it will bring meaning and purpose to the upcoming holiday experience and life in general.

As a classmate of mine teaches, “in our busy, modern world, we often find ourselves living moment to moment without time to stop and reflect on how we are actually living our lives…the weeks leading up to Rosh Hashanah offers us an opportunity to take that time to consider whether we’re living our truest selves, our deepest values and to do so not in the abstract, but with consideration for the details—the specific actions that make up our lives; the words we’ve spoken; the deeds we’ve done; where we’ve succeeded and what we’ve failed to do and say, in each relationship and every realm of our lives—work, home, neighborhood and society.”

Below, I have listed a few books I’ve found useful for these weeks of preparation. Don’t try to read them all!

Spending quality time with one good book can be an excellent way to open up the dialogue with our heart and soul.

Preparing Your Heart for the High Holy Days ,Kerry Olitzky and Rachel Sabath Opening Your Heart With Psalm 27: A Spiritual Practice for the Jewish New Year, Debra Robbins This is Real and You are Completely Unprepared: The Days of Awe as a Journey of Transformation ,Alan Lew Days of Awe: A Treasury of Jewish Wisdom for Reflection, Repentance, and Renewal on the High Holy Days , S.Y. Agnon.

Entering the High Holy Days: A Complete Guide to the History, Prayers and Themes, Reuven Hammer Of course there is always the Machzor-the prayer book for the High Holy Days. One way to prepare is to read the prayers ahead of time and ponder their words; there meanings while you have time to do so without rushing. We have copies of the new Machzor, Mishkan HaNefesh in the synagogue library. Come by, have a cup of tea and spend some quiet time reading the beautiful prayers and poems.

Go ahead and give yourself this much needed time for self-reflection… you will find yourself on the path towards a better tomorrow… our tradition and God knows you’re worth this sacred gift.

Hodesh Tov!

P.S. Other Heart Opening opportunities you might consider attending: Rosh Hodesh August 7 & September 4, with Dr. Terry Segal Dorice Horenstein’s talks September 6-8, (see page 6) Mindful Meditation Event September 15 , brought to you

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NOTES FROM CANTOR KASSEL REFLECTIONS ON CANTOR’S CONVENTION Back in late June, I attended, as written about previously, the annual cantor’s convention which this year was held in Atlanta. The focus of this year’s convention was how we, as cantors, can use our voices and actions to more pro-actively reflect the values of Judaism, specifically causes that elevate the status of various compromised and marginalized populations. We interacted with a local organization called “Fearless Dialogues” which helps people with opposing beliefs and perspectives better communicate with each other. A week or so later I happened to have watched the movie “Best of Enemies” about racial tensions in Durham, NC in 1971 and how a version of fearless dialogues moved this community forward.

As I contemplate how to become a better person, relative, friend and cantor, I am often drawn to the image associated with Kabblah – a diagram of 10 emanations (sefirot) of God that either balance each other and/or lead to more elevated understandings of the one-ness of God and our efforts to emulate that one-ness. Almost in the middle of this diagram are two opposites that very much need each other: Chesed and Gevurah. Chesed is the quality of compassion and mercy and Gevurah is the quality of strength associated with justice. We should pursue justice with compassion.

At Temple Beth Tikvah, I find that our membership hold many different views on how to live Jewishly and how to balance Chesed and Gevurah - and……that’s OK! The important thing is to not become too rigid in our thinking.

This rigidity hinders personal understanding and growth, a hindrance which extends outward into the community.

TISHA B’AV On Aug. 10, in the evening, we will be observing “Tisha B’Av”, a day commemorating the Destruction of the Temple and other catastrophes in our people’s past. It’s not the easiest holiday for Reform Jews to connect to but when I associate Tisha B’Av with the divisiveness amongst Jews, I find my hook. I lament the divisiveness and pray for our coming together as a community. On Tisha B’Av we chant from the biblical book of Lamentations. But one should not lament without hope for things to change. And one should not hope for things to change without considering a personal and pro-active role in that change.

-Cantor Nancy Kassel

Join us in our collaborative Tisha B’Av commemoration: Saturday, Aug. 10, Congregation Etz Chaim, 7:30 PM

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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL UPDATE Suzanne Hurwitz is excited to join the staff of Temple Beth Tikvah as Interim Education Director.

Her main goals are to ensure that our religious school education remains top-notch, that our students are engaged in their learning, that our teachers are supported and that we continue to foster a love of Judaism and of community for all TBT families.

DATES TO REMEMBER First Sunday - Tikvahpalooza!

Suzanne grew up in Toronto, Canada and has lived in Atlanta since 1998, other than a brief stint in Florida. She holds a Masters degree in Social Work with a certificate in Jewish Communal Service and Jewish Studies from the University of Michigan. She has always worked in the Jewish community, primarily in formal and informal education. Past jobs include director of the Jewish Healing Program at JFCS of the Suncoast, founding director of the MJCCA’S Srochi Jewish Children’s Museum, program coordinator of TheTemple’s religious school, and teaching in several area religious schools and preschools.

Suzanne enjoys traveling, walking and hiking, games, reading and spending time with family and friends. She and her family – husband Phil and teen daughters Katie and Emma – live in Johns Creek and have been members of TBT for four years.

August 25th 9:30 AM—12:00 PM First day of Kesher (8th & 9th Grades) August 26th 6:45 PM—8:30 PM First Extended Hebrew September 8th 12:00 –1:30 PM First Tuesday Hebrew September 10th 5:00 PM—6:30 PM First day of Confirmation/Kivinium September 16th 6:45 PM—8:30 PM

Shalom from the Religious School education office at TBT! Things are gearing up for our 2019-2020 school year, and if you have a child entering our religious school, you have A LOT to look forward to.

First and foremost, we have a top-notch group of teachers ready and eager to work with our children and teens. Most have been teaching here for several years, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Teacher Rachel Wilson is returning for her 13 th year as a 6th grade teacher, and says she is excited “to instill a love of Judaism in our students”. That goal is shared by all in TBT’s education department!

We are implementing a new curriculum, Shalom Learning, for our kindergarten through 7 th grade Judaics classes. Shalom Learning was founded in 2011 and is based on Jewish values. It combines all types of learning and media modalities – drama, music, video, discussion, reflection and more – and prides itself on being engaging and relevant to today’s Jewish families. We are excited to join the more than 100 synagogues across the United States and Canada who have adopted Shalom Learning.

Our madrichim program will include quarterly leadership training sessions for these hardworking teens. It is our hope that our madrichim will grow to become strong Jewish leaders --- and perhaps our religious school teachers of tomorrow.

Our school is dedicated to being accessible to all! We are proud to be the recipient of a grant from the Jewish Abilities Alliance, enabling us to create a unique “Rogah Room”. “Rogah” is the Hebrew word for calm, and this dedicated sensory room will serve as a space in which our religious school and preschool students can spend time if they need to disengage.

We are fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a “Shinshin” once again this year. The Jewish Federation’s shinshinim program brings Israeli scouts to the US for one year before beginning mandatory army service. Dor Almog lives near Tel Aviv and he will be partnering with our school to bring his Israeli culture and “ruach” (spirit) to our school.

Finally, our grade-based family education programs will continue to teach and engage parents and children “b’yachad”, together.

If you have not turned in your religious school forms, please do so today. Our first day of Sunday school will be August 25th and we invite parents to stay for meet and greets, assembly and much more! Kesher (8 th and 9th grades) will begin on Monday, August 26th.

If you have any questions, please reach out. We look forward to opening the doors to your children later this month, and we thank you for entrusting us with their formal religious school education.

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ECEC UPDATE It happens every year. Sometimes early in August, sometimes later in August. But it happens. Teachers prepare and prepare, and it comes and goes quickly. Parents are excited, children are nervous, and classrooms are ready. It’s the first day of school. And although we do it every year, each year it is a new experience/a shehecyanu moment!

In preschool, the first day of school can bring out an array of emotions. Parents are excited that their “baby” is growing up and able to experience school but are also nervous that their “baby” is growing up and able to experience school! Children are apprehensive and scared, but also intrigued by all the new experiences they see. And teachers…. well, teachers are filled with every emotion possible!

To make the first day of preschool a little easier on all involved, here are a few suggestions: Meet the teacher: If possible, take your child to a Meet the Teacher program or Open House and let her play on the playground before school starts.

Play dates: Try to enroll her in a class where she already knows some of the other children. If that’s not possible, ask if you can have the class list before your child starts school. You could offer to make your email available to the other parents so that you can arrange a play date before school begins. Perhaps several play dates can be arranged, or you will meet someone who would like to exchange play time. Don’t be shy. The children will benefit from seeing a friendly face the first day of class.

Practice separation: Leave your child with others for short lengths of time so that they know you will return.

Backpack and lunchbox: Before school starts, help them become excited about starting school by empowering them to pick out a backpack and lunchbox. Keep in mind everything you need to fit in these items, such as an extra set of clothes, water bottle, extra set of clothes and the art projects that will be coming home.

Independent skills: If your child is staying for lunch, let them pack some of the food. That way, they will feel like they have some control.

Focus on your child: Make the whole experience as fun as possible. Give your child your full attention on the way to school. Phone calls can wait. Tell stories about when you were little and how much you liked school. Sing songs. Try a spin-off version of “If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands”. Make it, “If you’re excited to go to school, clap your hands!” Be excited, smile a lot, and be happy. Children quickly feed off our emotions.

Communicate: Tell them it is okay to be afraid, but that there are always adults to help and it is ok to ask for help any. Let them know that you will pick them up in a few hours or after a certain activity at school – like when the teacher sings a certain song or reads the last book of the day.

Don’t linger: When it’s time for drop-off, keep your goodbyes short, sweet and simple. Take advantage of carpool opportunities. Give a quick hug, tell them how much you love them, and leave her in the hands of the capable teacher. Even if they are crying hysterically, they will likely only cry for a few minutes once you’re out of sight. But if you linger, the crying will probably last longer.

Trust in the fact that your child is in good hands, and any crying or not wanting to go to school will soon taper off. Remember that time is the key to building any good relationship! Be calm, supportive and positive and your child (and you) will have a wonderful school year!

Meet and Greet

August 16th 10:00 AM—1:30 PM

First day of School August 19th 9:30 AM

Sheri Baker

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SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE: DORICE HORENSTEIN Dorice Horenstein is a master teacher turned author and speaker!

Dorice Horenstein was born and raised in Israel and moved to Portland after completing her service as an officer in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

She worked in Jewish education for more than 30 years, transferring her love to Jewish traditions and the Hebrew language.

Today, the world is her classroom.

Her book Moments of the Heart, the four relationships everyone should experience to live wholeheartedly is infused with Jewish knowledge, spirituality and the Hebrew language.

Her book is praised by Rabbi Telushkin as powerful and beautiful. He says “What I have read is passionate, very spiritual, and well-reasoned, three things that don’t always go together. Rabbi Stampfer of Congregation Neveh shalom says—“This is a thoughtful and insightful work of an IsraeliAmerican woman which speaks directly from the heart!”

SCHEDULE OF WEEKEND EVENTS

Saturday, September 7th 3:00 PM

Women’s Shabbat Event “Blessings In Our Lives” Afternoon Wine & Nibbles

7:00 PM

Dorice will speak about her book, “Moments of the Heart”. **This event is free and open to the community**

Sunday, September 8th 9:45 AM

Adult Program “Mystery of the Hebrew Letters”

11:00 AM

Family Education Day for Grades K-2—Parents and their kiddos will participate in a Rosh HaShanah themed activity

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HIGH HOLIDAYS UPDATE

High Holy Days 2019/5780 We especially look forward to this year’s High Holidays, beginning with Erev Rosh Hashanah on Sunday, September 29th when we will introduce our new beautiful Holy Day prayerbook Mishkan HaNefesh. Cantor Kassel and Rabbi Shuval-Weiner have enjoyed the summer months studying the new Machzor and creating beautiful worship experiences for these holiest of days for the entire TBT community.

Watch for information about the High Holidays in the September Kol Tikvah Bulletin and via email.

Please note, High Holiday tickets will be mailed in September to members in good standing. If you have not yet made arrangements concerning your synagogue dues, we encourage you to do that now.

Eric Chanin will be delighted to speak with you by calling 770-642-0434.

For special accommodations you or a family member may need to make your visit and involvement in TBT more comfortable please contact Kim Weindorf in the synagogue office to discuss your needs.

Welcome to our new members!

Steve Brooker & Jenny Taratoot Brooker Jenifer Collins Moishe & Miriam Elinger Andrew & Jane Glickman

Honor a person or event with a leaf on our

Bruce & Hydi Kalmin

Tree of Life.

Louis Schlesinger & Ina Chanin

Call the office to find out how

Jon Zarett

(770) 642-0434

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YOUTH GROUP Find out what’s happening!!

HOTTY Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/groups/TBT.HOTTY/

HOTTY website: hotty.tyg.weebly.com HOTTY Remind101 text updates: text @826ef3 to 81010

TBT YOUTH Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/groups//BethTikvahYouth/

COLLEGE CONNECTION Parents of College Students-Submit Addresses for 2019-2020 School Year The College Outreach Committee is gearing up for the 2019-2020 school year. Keeping our students connected to the TBT community is so important, and this effort lets them know that they are still with us, even when they’re far away.

We are in the process of collecting mailing addresses for our college students for the upcoming school year, and ask that you submit all the information online by visiting the website below to complete the form:

https://forms.gle/1BVbbYkyqvLpfeQj8 You’ll be receiving an email from Susan Wynne with a link to the form as well, so keep an eye out for that.

The more kids we can reach, the better, so please take a few minutes to provide the information.

Please email scwynne530@gmail.com if you have questions or comments.

Thank you!

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FAMILY CAMP 2019

Calling all TBT Families!

We hope you'll join us for the 2019 TBT Family Retreat, to be held at URJ Camp Coleman the weekend of October 25-27, 2019. This year's retreat theme is B'reshit, “Beginnings� and we are excited to welcome Beth Hamon, (http://www.beth-hamon-music.com/) as our Artist-in Residence. In celebration of creation and the world around us, we look forward to a full weekend CREATING. On Friday night, we will compile a piece of artwork to be displayed outdoors at TBT for years to come. On Saturday, participants will CREATE musical instruments (out of found and recyclable materials) and use them to CELEBRATE Shabbat together. Finally, Sunday, we will CREATE planters (out of old shoes) to line the paths at Camp Coleman. In between, expect rest, relaxation, a chance to participate in all of your favorite camp activities, and some great TBT family time!

What if I want to come, but can't make the whole weekend? This year, for the first time, we are offering the option for families to join us on Saturday afternoon and evening (2-8 PM). Enjoy 2 sessions of camp activities, and join in on the instrument making and singing fun. Stay for dinner and head home after Havdalah.

How can I help? Sign up, and tell your friends to sign up too! If you are interested in helping group-lead or run camp activities, please reach out to Judy Limor (limormomof3@gmail.com).

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SISTERHOOD Shalom Sisterhood ladies! Is it August already???? Wow this summer is flying by! Hope your summer is going swimmingly well. A few things to cover in this Kol Tikvah : You will already have received your temple member package in the mail, and in this pile of paperwork is a note from Sisterhood regarding membership dues. If any of your contact information has changed from last year please let us know so that we can update our addresses and you can continue to get up to date information about Sisterhood programming. And if you haven’t already done so, please keep current your Sisterhood membership dues.

We have Honey for Sale!!! Don’t delay and purchase your honey as soon as possible. Be advised that shipping is free for orders placed on the website by midnight August 5th. After that date, a shipping charge of $5.00 per bottle will be added to your order. So, place your order today at www.orthoney.com/BTR Sisterhood is making ice cream (again) for Miss Mary’s Ice Cream Crankin’ event benefiting The Drake House. Please look for the Evite sent out for the two dates (Sunday morning August 18th and Tuesday evening August 20th) and RSVP. No ice cream making experience needed!

Please keep your eyes open for details about a joint program with Men’s Club where we will prepare, deliver and serve food to the Zaban Shelter. Details of an informational meeting to follow. Also, coming soon-The Sisterhood Opener. We will let you know the what/when/where soon.

That’s it for now. Enjoy the rest of your summer!!

Shalom, Ilana Zalkin

Rosh Chodesh— A Women’s Spirituality Group

Miss Mary’s Ice Cream Crankin!

August 25th

2:00—4:00 pm Roswell Square Temple Beth Tikvah will once again be participating in Miss Mary's Ice Cream Crankin' event in support of the Drake House. The event is August 25th from 2—4pm on the Roswell Square. A huge thanks to Sisterhood for making all of the homemade ice cream we will be serving!! We need volunteers to help serve the ice cream. All volunteers will need to pay the $7 entrance fee and will be able to sample the many different flavors being served.

If you are interested in scooping please sign up for a shift at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C44ACAA23A31-

scoopers Please only register for one 15 minute shift. Thanks so much!

Contact Rachel Wilson with any questions at 678-469-3816 or Rachelw65@gmail.com

Led by Dr. Terry Segal Wednesday, August 7 7:00 PM Rosh Chodesh is the celebration of the new moon and the new month, according to the Jewish calendar. Rosh Chodesh has long been recognized as a women’s holiday. In midrash Pirke DeRabbi Elezer, Chapter 45, we are told that in the incident of the Golden Calf, the women refused to relinquish their earnings to the men who were building the idol. As a reward, God gave them an extra holy day each month, free from work.

Our themes will be based on each Hebrew month and will be explored through discussions, meditations, journaling, connection to nature, arts & crafts and creative ritual.

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B’NAI MITZVAH Halle Rose Levine will be called to

Blake Hilsen, son of Mitch and Julie Hilsen and little brother to Reese, will be called to the Torah on August 17, 2019.

the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on August 3, 2019. She is the daughter of Jenn and Ron Levine and sister to Nate. Grandparents

Blake is a top ranked tennis player reaching Top 12 in the nation this year. His hard work and good attitude shine in competition. He also enjoys coaching tennis in the

are Ellen and Ralph Levy of Marietta and the late Celia and Chester Levine of St. Petersburg, FL. orchestra. Halle will be a 7th grader at Hightower Trail Middle School, where she is on the honor roll and plays the violin in the orchestra. Halle also loves to ride horses and has recently begun to play tennis.

Her favorite Mitzvah project was organizing and completing a pet supply drive to benefit Angels Among Us Pet Rescue. Halle loves animals (especially her schnoodle, Zoe) and wanted to find a way to help pets in need. The donation drive lasted a few weeks and Halle delivered a van full of pet food, towels, blankets and toys to the organization.

Halle wants to thank family and friends near and far for sharing this special day with her.

Special Olympics Special Props program. He has increased his role and leadership in the program over the last three years.

Blake has been preparing for his Bar Mitzvah since his first religious school class in Coffee and Cuddles as a two year old at TBT. Hs religious education has been priceless and part of the fabric of his childhood as his teachers and Rabbi’s have been amazing mentors and examples. He is a kind and perceptive person who lives by the values of Judaism by living life everyday in kindness and gratitude. He is proud to represent his faith and hopes the community will come support and celebrate with him on his Simcah.

Molly Ziskind will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on August 17, 2019.

Matthew Haber will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on August 24, 2019.

Matthew is the son of Marcia and Larry Haber and brother to Adam. He is the grandson of Stephen and Diane Haber of Glen Rock, NJ. and Miriam and Charles Lasky of Newport, RI, of blessed memory.

Molly is the daughter of Mark Ziskind and Shana Ziskind.

Molly is the Granddaughter of Sam Abraham, of Phoenix, Arizona, Steve and Reva Ziskind, Dr. John Morris Stallings, and the late Nancy Stallings, of Memphis, Tennessee.

Molly has two younger brothers, Eli (age 2) and Leo (age 11). Leo attends Beth Tikvah Hebrew School and will be entering the 6th grade this coming school year.

Molly will be entering the 8th grade at Wood Acres School.

Molly’s hobbies include performing with her competitive dance company, spending time with family and friends, and creating hilarious family movies.

As part of her Bat Mitzvah study and requirements, Molly is leading several Mitzvah projects for good causes and charitable organizations, including the Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Cool Girls Incorporated, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.

Before “Grammy’s” passing, she started making the tallis bag that Matthew will use on the Bimah and will cherish forever.

Matthew is in the 7th grade at Dodgen Middle School where he participates in Junior Beta Club. Matthew’s passion is playing on his travel baseball team as well as playing soccer and basketball. He also enjoys hanging out with his friends and family, attending sporting events and playing video games.

For his Mitzvah project, Matthew wanted to help those who are unable to afford the equipment needed to play youth sports. He collected used sports equipment from all over Atlanta. He donated carloads of items to the JCC, which partners with several organizations locally to help kids in need. Matthew also donated items to the H.A.S. Foundation which provides need-based scholarships to young athletes, enabling them to participate in local recreational team sports.

Thank you to Rabbi Shuval-Weiner and Cantor Kassel for preparing Matthew for this special day. A special thanks to all the Hebrew school teachers and tutors at TBT who have taught Matthew since he was 3 years old.

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B’NAI MITZVAH continued Evan Daniel Cohn will be called to the Torah on August 31, 2019 with his cousin, Marley Elinger.

Marley Elinger will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on August 31, 2019.

Evan is the son of Michael and Marlene Cohn, and big brother to Lauren. He is the grandson of Harry Cohn of Boynton Beach, Florida and the late Pearl Cohn, (‫ )ז״ל‬and Ruth and Lee Zendel of Rochester Hills, Michigan.

Marley is the daughter of Jerry and Robin Elinger and sister to Casey Elinger.

She is the granddaughter to Moshe and Miriam Elinger of Roswell, GA and members of TBT and the late Max and Hedy Pollack of Nashville, TN.

Evan is an 8th grader at Dickerson Middle School in Marietta where he is an honor roll student. Evan enjoys playing the alto saxophone in the symphonic band and competing on his school’s Jeopardy-style reading bowl team. He also enjoys playing tennis and skiing, leading the way between trees and down aggressive black diamond runs.

Most of all, Evan loves spending summers with his close friends at URJ Camp Coleman.

Marley is in the 8th grade at St. Francis School where she plays on the school softball and basketball teams. Marley’s hobbies include spending time with her family and friends, watching cooking shows, photography, and playing on the Roswell Summer All Star Softball Tournament Team .

Some of her meaningful community service mitzvah projects include volunteering at The Packaged Good, Kate’s Club, and educating her youngest cousin on Judaism out of her Jewish Library.

Evan is passionate about helping others. He has been volunteering with various food banks and food-related organizations for several years. This past year, he volunteered numerous hours at the Community Assistance Center (CAC) in Sandy Springs where he helps stock the pantry for our neighbors in need.

Marley would like to thank Rabbi Shuval-Weiner, Cantor Kassel, her tutors, friends and family (with a special call out to her cousin, Evan Cohn) for all of their help and support in making this a moment she will remember forever.

Evan and his family are excited to celebrate this simcha with friends and family from near and far. They are also very appreciative of the Rabbi and Cantor’s help in preparing Evan for this meaningful milestone.

MAZAL TOV Joe and Waynah Dunn welcomed a

Anne and David Strauss are thrilled to

granddaughter. Dylan Rose Dunn born

announce the arrival of their new

May 9, 2019 to Michael and Jaime

granddaughter, Zoey Arielle born June 20,

Dunn.

2019.

They also welcomed a grandson, Jackson Riley

Parents are Elaine and Benjamin

Sapir born May 29, 2019 to Brad and Sarah Sapir.

Strauss of Peachtree Corners.

Have a simcha to celebrate??

Sponsor a kiddush lunch or oneg For more information, contact the front office (770) 642-0434

If you have a simcha to share—Let’s Kvell together!!

Contact kim@bethtikvah.com, so we may share your good news!

Potluck or other Non-Catered Events TBT affirms our commitment to observance of the Kashrut (dietary guidelines) for all formal and informal synagogue events. By following these simple guidelines and principles, we can be assured that all members of our community are able to fully participate in the beautiful and sacred experience of sharing our meals and blessings.

1. Food items may be vegetarian, dairy, or fish (including tuna fish and egg dishes) but may not contain meat or seafood (shellfish, un-kosher fish, etc.) ingredients of any kind or in any amount.

2. Prepare sufficient amounts of entrée, salads, or side dishes to feed ten adults.

3. Food items must be served in disposal containers so nothing is left at TBT. 4. Please take your leftovers, utensils, and containers home with you.

5. If you have any questions relating to these guidelines contact Rabbi Shuval-Weiner or the 12

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UPCOMING EVENTS

October 27—November 2 Sign up will open soon Have you ever wondered about your thoughts and the power they have?

Have you ever considered how your thoughts might affect you or those around you?

Join TBT and Mindy Searcey for

Mindful Meditation Sunday, September 15

9:45 —11:45 am OR 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Click HERE to sign up Mindy has practiced Yoga for over 22 years and taught for almost 21 years. Her deep well of knowledge is phenomenal. She has an ability to work with you in a way that not only approaches you where you are but also in a way that serves where you want to be. She is a light worker, healer and tattooed rule breaker.

She will give you all the tools you need to succeed as well as be there to assist in applying them to your life on and off the mat.

Mindy has written for several Twitter feeds, been featured in Holistic Fashionista magazine, is a best selling published author and leads international retreats. She owns a lovely boutique studio in the gorgeous North Georgia Mountains.

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ANNUAL CAMPAIGN The 2018-19 Annual Campaign has concluded.

A sincere thank you to all those who have contributed to this effort ! These gifts allow us to provide wonderful programming and engagement opportunities for our congregational family. We continue to explore ways to sustain ourselves financially with excellent stewardship, and we are grateful for your support and generosity.

Thank you very much !

Mark Rudel, Philanthropy Chair

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David and Ellen Herold

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Allan and Pam Apple

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Gene Carasick and Terry Apt

Robert and Karen Kremer

Stuart and Frances Solomon

Lois Clymin

Scott and Sheryl Lasky

Fern Soniker

Jerome and Margie Cohen

Hal and Jill Leitman

Richard and Susan Staviss

Michael and Marlene Cohn

Mike and Kathy Levin

Eric and Victoria Stein

Steve and Arlene Cohn

Judy Levine

Barry Steinberg and Terri Cohen

Mark and Stephanie Craig

Melvin and Tobi Levine

Brian and Jennifer Steinberg

Carole Crenshaw

Ronald and Jennifer Levine

Steven and Linda Steinberg

Marvin and Trudy Davis

Emily Lewit

Aaron and Sheila Stieglitz

Renee Davis

Gary and Michal Loventhal

Mathew and Dani Stordy

Dan and Laura DeRiemer

Hadley and Lisa Lowy

Ronald and Leslie Swichkow

Charles and Lynne Dhuyvetter

Gilbert and Ellen Ludwig

Donald and Marilyn Tam

Joseph and Waynah Dunn

Murray and Sonia Lynn

Rosalind Taranto

William and Susan Farina

Phyllis Madans

Steven and Abbe Tobin

Elliot and Donna Feller

Jerred and Debbie Malever

David and Christine Toltzis

Steven and Amy FIne

Sidney and Lois Malkin

Mark and Sally Vosk

Aaron and Amy Frank

Joel and Aviva Margolies

Bruce and Bonnie Walkes

Steve and RoseAnn Gerson

Jonathan and Helene Masor

June Wallach

Ed and Cindy Getty

Jim and Marsha Mathis

Jay Weiner and Alexandria Shuval-Weiner

Glenn Goldberg and Linda Leibowitz

Howard and Helaine Medoff

Robert and Ellen Weiner

Cary Goldenthal and Lori Shapiro

Evan and Missi Mermelstein

Clifford and Loretta Weiss

Marshall and Roberta Goldman

Scott and Lisa Morchower

Mark and Debbie Weiss

Robert and Cindy Goldstein

Ted and Melanie Nathan

Douglas Wexler and Jane Greensberger

Michael and Audrey Gordon

Bernie and Gail Natter

Jeffrey Willard and Steve Mahan

Harlan and Ivie Graiser

Keira Oseroff

Bram and Dana Wieskopf

Mark and Karen Greenspan

Marcia Pearl

Herbert and Marsha Williams

Trey and Lesly Gregory

Shirley Plotkin

Mark Williams and Michelle Easton-Williams

Adam and Bobbee Griff

Scott and Rhonda Povlot

Todd and Rachel Wilson

Burton and Sara Grossman

Herbert and Bunny Renkin

Andrew and Ilana Zalkin

Dick Grosswald

Robert and Ellen Rickles

Seth and Ellen Zimmer

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Donations

(donations

received as of 7/28/19)

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2018/2019 Nancy and Sandy Simon in memory of Ruth Berney and Roy Meeks, Sr. Ron and Leslie Swichkow in memory of Harriet Marks Marvin and Trudy David in memory of Pauline Davis Wendy and Dale Bearman in memory of Samuel Bearman Steve and Linda Steinberg in memory of Muriel and Herbert Steinberg Marvin and Trudy Davis in memory of Gerald Rein Steve, Amy , Jennifer & Ellen Fine in memory of Marvin Fine & Flora Fine and George Wise Suzanne and Phil Hurwitz Steve and Linda Steinberg in memory of George Rosen Dave and Dalia Faupel in honor of their son Jayson Faupel becoming a Bar Mitzvah Mark and Debbie Weiss in memory of Natalie Berlin Joseph and Waynah Dunn in appreciation of Ron and Leslie Swichkow Joseph and Waynah Dunn in memory of Irene Milligan Dale and Wendy Bearman in memory of Leo Ebstein Marvin and Trudy David in memory of Sam Davis Mark and Debbie Weiss in memory of Jerome Weiss BUILDING FUND Valorie Rapowitz in memory of Sharlene Silver and Harriet Gutman CANTORS FUND Paul and Jewel Rubin in memory of Nelson Moore Joseph Guidry in appreciation of Cantor Kassel Lori Shapiro and Cary Goldenthal in memory of Harriet Marks Arlene and Steve Cohn in memory of Roy Meeks, Sr. Charlene Milstien in appreciation of Cantor Kassel Jerry and Marcy Kaufman in memory of Rose Berg Sharon Khoury in memory of Nelson Moore, Jewel Rubin’s father Sharon Khoury in memory of Roy Meeks, Sr., Pam Alterman’s father David and Marci Slotin in memory of Lorrie Bernstein, Marshall Bernstein, Marian Slotin Laura and Dan DeRiemer in memory of Lorraine DeRiemer Ed and Cindy Getty in appreciation of the beautiful Shavout service Joan and Jon Marks in memory of Harriet Marks Bruce Beck in memory of Herman Beck Robert and Adele Toltzis in memory of Adele Toltzis, Harriette Seifstein Peter Klokow in honor of Peter’s conversion Jim and Marsha Mathis in memory of “Papa”, Roy Meeks, Sr. Dave and Dalia Faupel in appreciation of Cantor Kassel Max and Carol Wolf in honor of Harris Seidband’s Bar Mitzvah Lisa and Hadley Lowy in memory of Harry Lowy and Richard Cooper ENDOWMENT FUND Lisa and Hadley Lowy in memory of Harry Lowy and Richard Cooper GENERAL FUND Joseph and Jill Segal in honor of Jarrett Leitman’s Bar Mitzvah Steve and Linda Steinberg in memory of Thelma Rosen Howard Hecker in memory of Evelyn Berkowitz HOSPITATLITY FUND Joyce Wice in honor of Joseph Guidry KEHILLAT CHESED/CARING FUND Sheila and Aaron Stieglitz in memory of Ann Efruss and Jack Stieglitz Cliff and Loretta Weiss in memory of Fred Knieberg

Gail and Bernie Natter in memory of Cydel Feldser, mother of Gail Natter Kenneth and Helene Skolky in memory of Dora Breines Sheryl Blechner in honor of a speedy recovery of Ivie Graiser Sheryl Blechner in honor of Kathy and Mike Levin’s 45th Anniversary

PRAYERBOOK FUND Jay and Lois Barucs in honor of Bruce and Bonnie Walkes 50th Wedding Anniversary RABBI SHUVAL-WEINER DISC. FUND Brad and Sarah Sapir in honor of the birth of Jackson Riley Sapir Peter Klokow in honor of his conversion Charlene Milstein in appreciation of Rabbi Shuval-Weiner Robin and David Bledsoe in memory of Morris Raiken Joan and Jon Marks in memory of Harriet Marks Ellen and Seth Zimmer in memory of Edward Gralnick Ed and Cindy Getty in appreciation of the honor of carrying the Torah at Shavout Services Jerry and Marcy Kaufman in memory of Max Kaufman Sharon Khoury in honor of Joseph Guidry Mark and Sally Vosk in memory of Harry Solomon Sheryl Blechner for camp scholarships Mariann Mamberg in memory of Lola Mamberg Rabbi Arthur and Mrs. Renee Baseman in honor of Jayson Faupel’s Bar Mitzvah Dave and Dalia Faupel in appreciation of Rabbi Shuval-Weiner Ilene Monat Fader in memory of Daniel Kaufman, father of Ilene Monat Fader Shirley, Chuck, Jon and Hal Plotkin in memory of Saul Plotkin Paul and Julie Rubin in memory of Nelson Moore Jerry and Margie Kaufman in memory of Minnie Friedman Ben and Amy Tolchinsky in memory of Carol Tolchinsky Shari and Barry Alhadeff in memory of Esther Kirchheimer Marilyn Wasserman in appreciation of Sheila and Steve Barid Max and Carol Wolf in honor of Harris Seidband’s Bar Mitzvah RABBI TAM DISC. FUND Max and Carol Wolf in honor of Harris Seidband’s Bar Mitzvah Steven and Sheila Barid in memory of Richard Barid Steve and RoseAnn Gerson in memory of Helen Reiber, Gertrude Gerson and Keith Wiener’s cousin, Sanford Wiener RELIGIOUS SCHOOL ENRICHMENT FUND Mark Williams and Michelle Easton-Williams RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Mark Williams and Michelle Easton-Williams MICHAEL ZALKIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUND Mark and Gail Rudel in memory of Harriet Gutman, mother of Andy Gutman SOCIAL ACTION FUND Arlene Linder in memory of Richard and Renee Linder YOUTH GROUP FUND Denise and Frank Rindsberg in honor of Harris Wolf Seidband’s Bar Mitzvah

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KEHILAT / CHESED

In the Fertility Buddies peer support program, we practice “relationship based support.” The emphasis is on building a secure and trusting relationship. Being “held” emotionally is something that makes us feel loved and valued. Fertility Buddies are there, regularly and consistently and give the freedom and space to process your own experience. They are not there to direct the experience or give advice. This allows you to feel safe enough to take what you need from the relationship. Confidentiality is an important part of this relationship.

Every Monday at TBT 7:15—8:30 PM

Fertility Buddies are paired up according to geography, style, needs, and preferences and trained by a licensed infertility therapist. www.jewishfertilityfoundation.org/ buddy

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Thank you to our volunteers!

Order your Memorial Plaques by AUGUST !5th to be up on the wall in time for the High Holidays!

Marsha Mathis Renee Weiskopf

Ellen Frank We Must Know

In Memoriam

Before We Can Respond If you are grieving or struggling with illness, or if you are celebrating a birth or a new love, we want to be there. That’s what community’s all about, that’s what family’s all about.

Let us know how we can support you or anyone else in our community by calling

Kim Weindorf, Clergy Assistant, 770-642-0434

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Temple Beth Tikvah acknowledges with sorrow the passing of:

Harriet Marks Harriet Gutman

May God console you among all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

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Alexandria Shuval-Weiner Rabbi Donald A. Tam Rabbi Emeritus Nancy Kassel Cantor Sheri Baker Acting Preschool Director

Rhonda Povlot President Caryn Schilstra Vice President Tony Rosenberg Vice President Andrea Rubin Vice President Joe Dunn Treasurer Dalia Faupel Secretary Beth Asher Chairperson, Board of Education

Get Involved! TBT Committees and Chairpersons Budget & Finance Karen Korshak karcpa@comcast.net Camp/Israel Scholarship Marcia Haber marciahaber@yahoo.com Chavurot/Affinity Groups Donna Goldenberg donnagoldenberg0@gmail.com College Outreach Susan Wynne scwynne@bellsouth.net Communications Marlene Cohn marlene@thecohns.us Family Promise Tony Rosenberg trosenberg860@gmail.com Philanthropy Mark Rudel mrudel2018@gmail.com House Ted Nathan tnathan@baldwinscheduling.com

Human Resources Seth Zimmer sz4941@att.com Kehillat Chesed (Caring) Leslie Swichkow lswichkow@comcast.net Library Ilana Zalkin ilanaz@att.net Membership Recruitment & Retention Jill Leitman jaarons2@yahoo.com Rachel Wilson rachelw65@gmail.com Men’s Club Peter Hartog althazyr@gmail.com Mark Greenspan mgreenspan86@gmail.com Nominating Committee Wendy Klein Wendy.klein.hr@gmail.com

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Ritual Rick Winer rsw@drrickwiner.com Security Jay Sausmer jsausmer@gmail.com Seniors Steve Mahan smahan206bc@yahoo.com Sisterhood Ilana Zalkin sisterhoodtbt@gmail.com Social Action/Social Justice Michele Gergans michelegergans@hotmail.com Will Shields w_shields@bellsouth.net Website Development Scott Povlot spovlot@yahoo.com Youth Group youth@tbt.com