Shevat/Adar 5775 February 2015
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A Trip to Berlin with Halina & Ed Herman
Purim Shpiel Auditions this month!
Early Childhood Center open enrollment begins February 10
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February Programs ECC Tu B’Shevat
Purim Shpiel Auditions: Shushan’s Got Talent
Wednesday, February 4 9:30 am
Join us for tradtional treats and a story in the ECC courtyard in celebration of Tu B’Shevat. All congregational families are welcome. RSVP to the ECC Office at (727) 350-5885.
Jewish Meditation Group Led by Marshall Reissman
Thursday, February 5, 12, 19, & 26 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Guided meditation group with Jewish themes for spiritual development. This group is great for those seeking to enhance their relationship with God. Spend time discussing Jewish works that will inspire and guide focused meditation time.
Shabbat Wonder
Goes to Weedon Island! Saturday, February 7 10:00 - 12:30 pm
Join us as we celebrate Tu B’Shevat with Rabbi Torop and a special guided environmental program! We are grateful to be able to cover the fees for the first thirty participants (children ages 3+ and adults) who RSVP to Miriam at mirp12@yahoo.com! Additional families can still attend for $5 per person. Everyone interested must RSVP by January 29. Please bring lunch with you and wear comfortable clothes and sneakers.
A Trip to Berlin
Sunday, February 8, 12:00 pm & Sunday, February 15, 9:45 am
Purim is around the corner. This year, our Shpiel will take us back to the Persian Empire’s biggest hit show: Shushan’s Got Talent! Come one, come all...entertain the Temple Beth-El studio audience and compete for the Shushan Talent Championship! For more information, contact Marshall Reissman at mgreissman@gmail.com.
Early Childhood Center Open Enrollment Tuesday, February 10
Give your children the education they deserve with our excellent academic and Judaic curriculum and nurturing social environment. Enroll your children 1 - VPK at Temple Beth-El’s Early Childhood Center! We offer flexible scheduling. To learn more, or to schedule a tour, contact Randi Nash-Ortiz at ecc@templebeth-el.com or (727) 350 - 5885.
VPK Showcase
Wednesday, February 11 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Hear all about Early Childhood Center’s VPK program, curriculum, and teaching staff. Learn about how to take advantage of the free VPK options, and get all of your questions answered.
Daystar Lunch Making
with Halina and Ed Herman
Sunday, February 8, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Ed and Halina visited Germany for the World Federation of Jewish Child Survivors & Holocaust Descendants. They recall their experiences during the Holocaust. We will learn about Holocaust Memorials in Berlin, The Final Solution that came from the Wannsee Conference in 1942, and the 1945 Postdam Conference from Halina and Ed’s perspective.
Sunday, February 15 9:30 - 10:30 am
Join us to help fill lunch bags for St. Petersburg’s Daystar Life Center! For more information, contact Robin Warren at (727) 417-2987.
Women’s Spirituality Group Sunday, February 15 10:45 - 11:45 am
Join other women in the congregation for these inspirational quarterly gatherings. For more information contact Sharon Johnson-Levy at saazlevy@gmail.com.
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February Programs BEEFY 101
BEEFY Dinner Date Saturday, February 21 6:00 - 9:30 pm
at Ft. DeSoto Beach Sunday, February 15 1:00 - 3:00 pm
BEEFY’s steppin out! Join us for dinner and a movie at the Parkside Mall. First, we will meet for a movie at Regal 4th-12th Graders come out to Ft. DeSoto Beach for some Theatres. Then, we will all have dinner at BJ’s! BEEFY buys the fun in the sun! We’ll have lunch in the pavillion and get an overview on what RUACH, Jr BEEFY, BEEFY, NFTY, & different appetizers, you buy the ticket and dinner. RSVP to Zach at board positions are all about! Next year will be our first year youth@templebeth-el.com by February 19 to having 5th - 8th graders represented on the Board. RSVP by reserve the movie tickets & a table! February 11 to Zach at youth@templebeth-el.com
Sunday Morning University
BEEFY Umm
at Congregation B’nai Israel
Wednesday, February 18 6:00 - 7:30 pm
BEEFY Members come to the BEEFY lounge for games, movies, snacks, or just to hang out with the BEEFY Teens! Contact Zach at youth@templebeth-el.com for more information.
Sacred Aging
A Sacred Aging Luncheon with Rabbi Torop Thursday, February 19 12:00 - 2:00 pm
This month we will have guest speaker, Marjorie Friedman, joining the group to express her perspective of Afghanistan, Iraq, and Mongolia, and the types of seders that you will find in each. Bring your own lunch (free!), or let us prepare it for you ($15 per person). Includes choice of sandwich: roasted turkey, tuna salad, or mediterranean veggie. RSVP to Angela at angela@templebeth-el.com or (727) 347 - 6136.
Sunday, February 22 9:45 am - 1:00 pm
CBI is hosting our joint adult educational event. The cost is $18/person. The price includes two classes, lunch, and all materials. For more informationon on classes, or to register, visit cbistpete.org/smu.
Oneg honoring Dr. Anna Salomon Friday, February 27 Following 7:30 pm Services
We celebrate our Director of Lifelong Learning and Engagement, Anna Salomon’s educational and professional achievements having been awarded her Doctorate in 2014 and recognized as “Reform Jewish Educator” by the National Association of Temple Educators.
Shushan’s Got Talent Wednesday, March 4 6:00 pm
Back by popular demand, our Purim Shpiel this year is Shushan’s Got Talent. Come and be amazed by the talented members of our community, and see who will take home the Shushan Talent Championship!
Open Door: Intro to Judaism Explorations of Judaism
Thursdays, February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19 7:30 - 9:00 pm
No matter where you are on your journey, this is an excellent class for interfaith couples and individuals who are curious about conversion.
Save the Date:
Friday Night Live!
Silver Simcha Shabbat
Unique Shabbat experience featuring the jammin’ jews “bringing the energy, delivering the prayer.” Visit their website at jamminjews.rocks
Join Temple Beth-El in celebration of Rabbi Michael Torop’s 25th Anniversary in the Rabbinate. We will honor this milestone with a special service and celebratory oneg! More information to come in March!
Friday, February 20 7:30 pm
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Funds and Tributes BROTHERHOOD In Memory Of
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SPECIAL PROJECTS In Honor Of
Arnold Argintar, by Dotty Feinberg Mary Kozemchek, by Dotty Feinberg
Marilyn & Alan Katz 50th Anniversary, by Marsha & Jason Lesser
BERTHA M. JERZY FUND In Memory Of
In Memory Of William Taafel, by Eizabeth Henry
Richard Gotlieb, by Bonnie & Steve Traiman CYNTHIA ADLER PRESCHOOL FUND In Memory Of Helen Green, by Eleanor Whiteside William Silver, by Lois & Peter Pardoll Lou Ellen Girard Seidenbreg, by Shelley Lynn GENERAL FUND In Memory Of Arnold Argintar, by Anita Sher Arnold Argintar, by Deborah Roth Irene Frantz, by Herbert & Shari Green TREE OF LIFE FUND In honor of Their marriage, by Elaine & Geoffrey Gross LEW KROSNER LEADERSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND In honor of The birth of Betsy & Lenny Englander’s granddaughter, by Renee Krosner
RUTH DIKMAN ADULT EDUCATION FUND In Memory Of Fred Marsh, by Andrea & Paul Kowalski SEMBLER LIBRARY FUND In honor of The Sembler Family, by Clay Battle The Engagement of Shanna Rosenbluth & Bryan Glazer, by Debbie & Brent Sembler SOCIAL ACTION FUND In Honor Of The birth of their great-granddaughter, by Halina & Ed Herman In Memory Of Rabbi David J Susskind, by Sandra Block-Brezner & Jeffrey Brezner SY RIPPS MEMORIAL DAY CAMP In Memory Of Esther Wolotsky, by Paula Haemmerle & Shep Massar YAHRZEIT DONATIONS In Memory Of
RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND In Memory Of Sam Kapell, by Alan Kapell Sadie Lamm, by Blanche Abraham Louis Greenberg & Priscilla Root, by Janet & Allen Root Irving Siegle, by Bette & Roye Siegle Isadore Alpert, by Marlys & Mel Meckler Ethel Prawer & Craig Herman, by Cathy & Joel Prawer Henry Kaplan, by Betty Ochoa Lewis Dosik, by Marjorie Dosik Harold Berger & Steve Xenidis, by Lita Friedman
Marion Traiman, by Bonnie & Steve Traiman Menasha Feldstein & Jack Eidelman, by Mussie Eidelman Morris Lux, by Natalie & Arthur Rudin Lawrence Israel, by Linda & Stanley Reimer Anna Newman, by Pamela & Stephen Newman Terry Simmons & Joseph Weisband, by Ellen Turner Estelle Morris, by Sharlene Sakol Sol Rom & Milton Glaser, by Ruth Rom Ed Krassner, by Stefani Margolis & Mike Krassner Karl H. Fischer, by Bev Soshea YOUDOVIN CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Abe Gastman, by Sarah & Ted Gastman
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Funds and Tributes continued* MISHKAN HA’NEFESH MACHZOR FUND Pati, David, Steven, & Michael Gross Marilyn & Allan Katz Benette & Bob Rosen Gladys Schutz Arnold Orlick Debbie & Brent Sembler Susan Harris Neustadt & Jeffrey Neustadt Heather & Seth Labinger Laura & Steve Horwitz Patricia & Lionel Levinson Nancy Clark & Howard Miller Jackie Cappiello Brandi & Jeff Rosenbluth Debbie & Mickey Heilwell
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First Annual Community Family Wellness Day
Hosted by Temple Beth El ‘s Women’s Engagement Sunday, March 22nd, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (Social Hall) We are looking for health professionals from our congregation or associates of our members to join us for this exciting event! There is no vendor fee, just a door prize donation for our raffle. We are limiting the amount of vendors. Deadline is February 22. If you are interested, please contact Lisa Berg at purplegypsy10@yahoo.com or (727) 422-1663. Look forward to an awesome day of learning, relaxation and personal fulfillment towards enriching the lives of our community.
Let My People Eat (for Free)! At the Temple Beth-El Second Night Seder, we don’t just open the door for Elijah, we want to open the door to all who need a place to celebrate. Help us welcome them with a free seder by becoming a community sponsor. Contact Sarah for more information at sarah@templebeth-el.com or (727) 347-6136.
Items on a Seder Plate
$36
4 Questions
$72
4 Children
$108
4 Glasses of Wine
$180
Finding the Afikomen
$360
Parting the Red Sea
$500
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Be on the lookout for more Pesach (Passover) information to come!
Judaica Gift Shop Sundays: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm • Wednesdays: 3:00 - 6:00 pm • Fridays: 6:00 to 7:30 pm It is MATZAH TIME again... Mark your calendars for the First Seder, April 3. SHHHHH..don’t tell anyone outside of TBE, that the gift shop has the best items for Passover. We have 30 minute seder books...toys for the kids, beautiful Passover accessories for your table. Come visit us. See Toby or Helen for special orders. The Scroll
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This Year in Israel! Yom HaAtzmaut 5775
Calling All Performers!
Share your photos & memories with our Temple Beth-El family.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! This year’s Purim Shpiel
Yom HaAtzmaut Shabbat Friday, April 24 We need you to help us prepare!
Wednesday evening, March 4 is the
The theme for our celebration will be “Israel through the Decades,” with a video collage of photos from our congregants’ visits to Israel over the years. Please dig out the photo albums from your trip to Israel, and share pictures of your own personal Israel experience with us. Digital photos are great, but we can digitize anything you provide. The Shabbat Services will include Israeli music and poetry, followed by an Israeli-themed Oneg Shabbat.
“The Return of Shushan’s Got Talent!” Come on all you singers, dancers, dramatists, snake charmers, musicians, jugglers, fire eaters, and more to perform and compete, with special guest judges King Ahasuerus and Queen Esther. Kids and adults are welcome. Auditions shall be held in Sunday, February 8, at Noon in the Sanctuary following Religious School, and Sunday, February 15 at 9:45 am, in the APR. Please register to audition by email to Shpiel-Meister MC, Marshall Reissman, mgreissman@gmail.com.
Send or drop off photos and digital files to the temple office or angela@templebeth-el.com.
Here are the pictures Rabbi Torop submitted from when they visited Israel in 1997!
Don’t be shy-- participants have more fun than spectators!
Creative Rituals Can Help! Two of our congregants have offered to talk with parents facing divorce or post-divorce issues about a simple ritual that may offer healing for the next chapter of the family. We can meet with parents alone or as a group to discuss their hopes and wishes and longings for their children as they adjust to the reality of separated/divorced parents. One Google resource that parents may explore is “ritualwell.org” Meanwhile you are invited to call Naomi Korn, LCSW (727 804 1385) or Diane Mandel, LCSW (727 656 9665) for more information. We welcome your inquiries and hope to offer some information and resources resources to help you create your own special ritual. Diane & Naomi will happy to meet with interested parents at Temple while Hebrew classes are in session on Sundays. Please RSVP to reserve a time to talk.
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February Celebrations
In Our Lives
BIRTHDAYS
MAZEL TOV TO:
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Irv Zelig, Nancy Wygle Ann Wykell, Bennette Rosen, Marilyn Katz Shep Massar, Emily Goodis, Elizabeth Halprin Betsy Englander Ellie Argintar, Lonnie Kiracofe, Christina Diamond, John Lino Vivian Belkin James Green, Shari Craig Samuel Goodis, Ruth Shaw Jeff Horowitz, William Raymund Eric Mandell, Jackie Gordon Jill Silverboard, Joseph Weaver, Gavin Bedgood Ann Soble, Laurie Mendelsohn, Karen Marder Amy Friedman, Michael Lurie, Natalie Rudin, Stephen Schneider Rebecca Barancik, Csilla Farkas, Tzevi Johnston, Kenneth Wides, Ralph Lipman Yevgeniya Fagerquist, Rita Gram Greg Hedge, David Goldstein, Dean Hershkowitz Ron Hecht, Joyce Liu, Laura Berner, Yvonne Brun, Nan Bugatch Alison Appelbaum, Jean Citron, Aidan Samuelson Robert Berman Steven Weiss, Isaac Solo, Edie Burns Helene Allweiss, Steven Grant, Pamela Sherwin, Brianna Kahn Josh Salomon, Marty Serota Ashton Peltz Terri Ziegler Emma Solo, Dan Brave Debra Leiman
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Sydney Soskin, daughter of Wendi Soskin, who will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, February 21. Sydney is a seventh grade student at Meadowlawn Middle School in St. Petersburg. Sydney is very dedicated to her studies. Ann & Eric Rascoe welcomed their greatgranddaughter, Annabella Jane Cason, on January 1. Betsy & Lenny Englander who welcomed their granddaughter Lilly Shay Berman on December 27. Geoffrey & Elaine McGuire Gross celebrated their marriage on Saturday, November 29. Jillian Bandes & Steven Rybicki celebrated their marriage on Wednesday, December 31. Angela D’Agostino on her recent engagement to Martin Joules.
BARUCH DAYAN HA’EMET: Louise Wykell – Sister of Sheldon (Ann) Wykell and Aunt of Josh (Melissa) Wykell and Eli Wykell (Molly Bowen) who passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2014. Lou Ellen Girard Seidenberg – Mother of Elissa (Terry) Hirsch who passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2014.
Terri & Lane Ziegler Sari & Scott Deitche Mary Ann & Bruce Marger Susan Burnett & James Frishe Suzie & John Elinger Carolyn Arakaki & Peter Drotman Leslie Stoloff-Bridges & Dale Bridges Jackie & David Hesse
Henry Kaplan – Brother of Max Kaplan, husband of Raye Sacks Kaplan and father of Joel Kaplan who passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2015. With profound sadness, we inform you of the death of our loved ones.
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February at a Glance SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 11 am - 5 pm 42nd Annual Art Festival Beth-El BEEFY Cafe MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2 10 am - 5 pm 42nd Annual Art Festival Beth-El WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 9:30 - 10:30 am ECC Tu B’Shevat Seder 4:30 pm Religious School Tu B’Shevat Celebration THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5 6:30 - 7:30 pm Jewish Meditation Group FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 7:30 pm Erev Shabbat Services SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 9:30 am Shabbat Wonder: Goes to Weedon Island! 10 am Shabbat Morning Worship & Torah Study SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 9-10am Brotherhood Schmooze 9:30am-12pm Religious School 10 am Ed & Helina Herman Speak about Berlin 12 pm Purim Shpiel Auditions WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 4:30 pm Religious School 5:30 pm VPK Showcase
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12 6:30 pm Jewish Meditation Group FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 7:30 pm Erev Shabbat Services
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 10 am Shabbat Morning Worship, Torah Study, & Sydney Soskin’s Bat Mitzvah 6:30 pm BEEFY Dinner Date
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 10 am Shabbat Morning Worship, 9-10 am Brotherhood Schmooze Torah Study, & Asher Rovin’s 9:30 am-12 pm Religious School Bar Mitzvah 9:45 am - 1 pm Sunday Morning University at CBI SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 10 am 3rd Grade Parent Meeting 9-10am Brotherhood Schmooze 9:30am-12pm Religious School WEDNESDAY, FEBRURY 25 9:30-10:30am Making Daystar Lunches 4:30 pm Religious School 9:45 am Purim Shpiel Auditions 10:45 am Women’s Spirituality Group THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 1 - 3 pm BEEFY 101 6:30 pm Jewish Meditation Group 7 pm Open Door: Intro to WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Judaism 4:30 pm Religious School 6 pm BEEFY “Umm” FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27 7:30 pm Erev Shabbat Service & THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Oneg Honoring 12 pm Sacred Aging Luncheon Dr. Anna Salomon 6:30 pm Jewish Meditation Group 7 pm Open Door: Intro to Judaism SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 10 am Shabbat Morning FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Worship & Torah Study 7:30 pm Friday Night Live! 5th Grade Shabbaton Erev Shabbat Services