I worry about the future of Judaism. We are facing obstacles and pushback on all fronts. Some of them we cannot easily fight, but there is one that we can.
As Jews around the world, we share a remarkable story, connection, and call to action. Founded by Theodor Herzl in 1897, the World Zionist Congress meets every five years to define the destiny of the Jewish people. They decide how to allocate over two billion dollars annually, strengthening Jewish identity, enhancing communities, and fostering education.
We have another month where we get to vote for American delegates from one of 22 parties. It takes 5 minutes to vote online, and it costs $5 (to ensure there is no voter fraud). Of the 22 parties,
many of them align with aspects of TEC’s vision, but only one of them – MERCAZ – stands out as the voice of our people.
A vote for Mercaz is a vote against extremism, as so many other parties are trying to limit who can be considered a Jew. A vote for Mercaz is a vote for egalitarian values, where men and women get equal voice as Jews here and in Israel. A vote for Mercaz is a vote for rebuilding Israel in the wake of October 7 and helping families of hostages. A vote for Mercaz is a vote for our synagogue (WoTEC, Men’s Club, youth programs), as well as non-Orthodox summer camps, having access to funding and resources.
It is an easy choice, and it is easy to do. More info: mercazusa.org – or ask me.
Passover is coming up, and I’m so looking forward to spending it with this community—sharing in the traditions, singing the songs, and finding meaning in the rituals that connect us across time.
One of my favorite things about Passover is its deep emphasis on asking questions. Beyond the well-known Four Questions that we invite children to recite, the entire Seder is an invitation to wonder and explore. Every detail—the foods, the symbols, the storytelling—is basically saying, “Ask me why I am the way I am.” I hope this year we all ask a lot of questions. I hope we lean into curiosity, not just for answers but for conversation, insight, and connection.
When it comes to music, Passover is absolutely one of my favorite holidays. It’s just so full of singing! From Mah Nishtana to Chad Gadya, Dayeinu, Echad Mi Yodeia, and so many more, there’s a joyful momentum to the songs that builds as the night goes on. One song I really encourage everyone to learn if you don’t know it already is Vehi Sheamda, in the setting by Yaakov Shwekey. It’s a powerful, stirring melody paired with a meaningful text that I’ll be singing here at synagogue—it captures the feeling of strength, hope, and continuity that defines the holiday for me.
Wishing you all a joyful, musical, and question-filled Passover. Thank you for a beautiful month here at TEC—I’m grateful to be on this journey with you.
Felicia Toporoff, President
ftoporoff@templeetzchaim.org
Although by the time you read this it will be April, I am writing this month’s TEC article in March right after Purim. I am still thinking about the fantastic job our Inclusion Committee has done in putting together and delivering Mishloach Manot to our community! Yashar Koach!!!! And how amazing was our annual Purim carnival this year? What a fun day and its success is directly attributable to the amazing small but mighty army of volunteers who helped to plan, organize, set up and tear down the many moving pieces that make a carnival a carnival. Without our ticket takers, bouncy house monitors, game runners, Knish Club, and silent auction organizer, we would not have had such a wonderful event. Thank you so much.
As I have stated many times, so bear with me if you’ve heard this before, none of this happens without our extensive network of volunteers, our CommuniTEC; people who give of their time, the personal resources, and effort. Our people is what makes our temple a truly special place.
I just attended a morning long event organized by the Religious School for future B’Nai Mitzvah, parents and kids included, since my youngest daughter is embarking on the beginning of her Bat Mitzvah journey which will occur in 2026. During one of the sessions, Rabbi Ari discussed the meaning of becoming a B’Nai Mitzvah. As he spoke interactively with the group of parents and kids, a question arose of when exactly is the moment when one becomes a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, which was defined as being called to the Torah for the first time. Ultimately, the moment happens when a person is counted as part of a Minyan; to be included in the number needed for a community to pray together. Rabbi Ari
pointed out that in a beautiful act, Judaisim makes it a requirement that at one of the most formative moments of a young Jew’s life requires the involvement of a community. You can be Jewish and follow all of the commandments of the Torah by yourself, but in order to complete one of the most important moments in a Jewish person’s life, becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, you cannot do it alone. This sense of community is why I love our congregation and our yearning to volunteer. It is an integral part of being Jewish.
One of the critical groups within our Temple life may be one you are unfamiliar with. Almost every week, a small but mighty group of amazing volunteers runs our Thursday Night Bingo. From as early as 4 pm all the way through the last game at 10 pm, our core group of volunteers provide an amazing experience for close to 100 players who come from all over Ventura County and beyond to play. These players are fed, provided a fun evening and most importantly, are a major component of our Temple’s fundraising for the year. Without Bingo, our annual financial commitment as members of this synagogue would be much higher.
If I had one hope for our community it would be that everyone in our membership roster (age 18 and up) would stop by and lend some help to this core group of amazing volunteers. I know that for some of you it would be the start of a new Bingo volunteerism establishing the next generation of community to take over this important Temple function. Plus, I can guarantee that you’ll have a lot of fun and make new connections.
Benny Sommerfeld, Associate Chaplain
benny@templeetzchaim.org
Pesach is coming like a freight train and the question is, are you ready? My wife Irma made a major discovery, Shmurah Matza, which is hand baked during an 18 min process, was on sale just for a fraction of what it normally costs. She bought 8 boxes! Not that we will consume them all, but they make for a great gift. This is our month of liberation, becoming a free people. We have an opportunity to free ourselves from our narrow places, our Mitzrayim.
Our tradition has developed a calendar that allows us to refine ourselves twice a year. The one most of us would think of is of course Yom Kippur where we ask Hashem to forgive our sins and start again. However, Pesach is the other opportunity. We are liberated from Egypt; we are leaving the slavery behind us and are starting our journey to Mt. Sinai. We are about to experience God’s revelation to us, the giving of the Torah. To get ready for
this miraculous event we count to 49 days and on the 50th day we celebrate Shavuot. The seven weeks that are between these two bookends are called the Omer!
Each of the seven weeks have a theme in accordance with the Kabbalistic Sefirot. They are attributes that represent the spiritual world that Hashem has revealed to us. Each week has a special spiritual attribute that is in focus. These sefirot provides a path for renewal and it starts on the second day of Pesach. If you are coming on the second day of Seder at TEC, you will hear the special blessing that we will read for the first day of the Omer. May this Pesach season bring you blessings of gratitude, love, and personal renewal.
Chag Pesach Sameach!
TEC Education
Debbie Blumenthal, Early Education Director
debbieb@templeetzchaim.org
April is here and Pesach is near and so our preschoolers will begin their preparation for this favorite Jewish holiday. This spring holiday preparation means that our classes are cooking and tasting Passover foods like matzah, matzah-brei, charoset and matzah ball soups. The children are acting out the story of Moses, and learning about the ten plagues, the four questions, and the Passover Seder. In each classroom, the children will participate in a model Seder, complete with the telling of the Passover story, familiar Passover songs and blessings. Our Early Childhood Education Center will be open during the Pesach holiday.
On April 22nd, the preschool will be celebrating Earth Day with outdoor activities such as planting, using recycled items for building
and art, reading stories about Tikun Olam and more. Even though everyday should be Earth Day, we are going to do special activities on the actual day.
Yom Ha Atzmaut is at the beginning of May and so we will spend time at the end of April learning all about Israel.
Our classes for the 2025-26 school year are just about filled. If you are planning on attending and have not registered yet, please contact Debbie Blumenthal for more information. We are already filling our school calendar for next year with amazing programming.
The early childhood staff and I would love to wish everyone a wonderful Passover holiday! Happy Passover!
Joyce Bronstein, Religious School Director
joyce@templeetzchaim.org
Passover will be celebrated in the month of April/Nisan, with Seders being held around the world. It’s awe-inspiring to think about the continuity of the Passover Seder throughout the centuries. The Torah tells us that the first Seder took place on the eve of the Israelites’ swift departure from Egypt—what we know as the Exodus. This ceremony represents another link between our shared traditions of the past, present, and future.
In Religious School, our students will also participate in a Seder in their classrooms. Depending on their grade level, various Haggadot will be used, each one tailored to their age group. I find it truly inspiring to watch teachers and students enjoy this holiday together. Everyone at the table has the opportunity to share their thoughts and insights about the significance and symbolism of Passover, which adds to the richness of the experience.
As your child grows, they will understand more of the meaning behind the Seder. This year, I encourage you to involve them in the preparation process—whether it’s cleaning the house, making haroset, searching for chametz, or setting the Seder plate. These activities are wonderful ways to engage children in the tradition and help them feel connected to the holiday.
There are many different types of Haggadot available. If you’re looking for a new one this year, visit a Jewish bookstore and choose one that best suits you and your guests. Whether you prefer a traditional Seder or one with a more creative approach, the order and symbolism of the Seder will remain the same. While the people at your table may change, the meanings and discussions will continue to evolve and grow, deepening the experience each year. The rituals, the food, and the symbolism remind us of the strength and determination of our ancestors and help us celebrate the joy of freedom.
I believe it’s essential to create lasting memories for our children. One day, they will also become parents and carry on these same traditions. The Seder experience, both at home and in school, offers our children special moments to share with the next generation. The cycle of tradition continues, the memories grow, and the Jewish community remains strengthened. How wonderful! From my family to yours, I wish you a wonderful Passover filled with moments of joy, meaning, and treasured memories.
Chag Pesach Sameach
TEC Community
Phyllis Dankberg & Elissa Lazarus, Co-President, Women of TEC
One of the many goals that the Women of TEC has is to promote Jewish family life and to enhance Jewish rituals. One way to accomplish this is to provide interesting and varied programming. We have had some really good programs this year that I hope you have been able to attend.
Another goal is to help raise funds for Torah Fund. Along with other Conservative Temples Women’s groups and with the support of our parent Women’s League Organization, we have raised $953,595.00
toward the $1.125 million goal for this year that supports scholarships for future Rabbis, Cantors and Jewish Educators at the various seminaries worldwide. We here at WOTEC have contributed $8,272.00 so far this year.
Adding the 8 camp scholarships that we have awarded to our TEC youth for this year we have achieved three of our main goals.
Women of TEC has so much to offer to you and to our community. Chag Sameach!!
Susan Kane, Chairperson, Inclusion Committee
We hope everyone enjoyed the sweets, treats and warm Purim wishes in the Mishloach Manot gift bags. A great big THANK YOU to the many sponsors of our Mishloach Manot FUN-raiser as well as the countless volunteers that helped plan and order the contents, solicit sponsors and volunteers and those that assembled and distributed the bags. It truly takes a village, and it was heartwarming to have so many members participating to make this project a success.
Magnifying sheets continue to be available to support those with vision impairment. They will be available in the lobby to be used
during services. Please return them to the lobby at the conclusion of services. Should you need them for any other temple related activity, please notify the office in advance to make arrangements.
The Inclusion Committee seeks to expand the opportunities for full participation and support by listening to congregants’ needs and experiences so we can advocate for positive changes. We certainly don’t have all the answers, so we are leading with curiosity and welcome your thoughts and suggestions – where can we improve and what are we doing well. Email us at hurykne@mac.com
Mark Goldstein, President, Men’s Club
Shalom All! In March, Men’s Club was out and about, leading a Hike and Havdallah with over 40 attending! We were lucky to see deer and coyotes in the beautiful Satwiwa area in Newbury Park. On site, Men’s Club welcomed thirsty parents and volunteers at its annual Purim carnival beer tent.
Men’s Club has packed and has ready to be delivered yellow candles to support observance and education around Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on April 24, 2025. Please light this candle in your home on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at sundown and recite one of the meditations provided with the candle.
During Passover, Men’s Club will be leading shabbat services along with WoTEC. Please volunteer for your favorite parts of the service or propose a reading or song by contacting Steve Friedman, who is coordinating the service via email to mensclub@tempeetzchaim.org.
Upcoming events being planned include a game night for adults with special Israeli drinks, a Dragon Fruit Orchard Visit, and a magic night
for adults. Plus, a Hearing Men’s Voices program to address challenges of being a dad and grandfather is being scheduled. We welcome your participation in organizing, leading or assisting in these programs. Please email mensclub@tempeetzchaim.org to volunteer.
Men’s Club is excited to host the 25th Annual Men’s Cub Scholar in Residence Weekend, April 25 – 27, 2025. The weekend is titled Learn, Grow, and Stay Connected with the State of Israel and will include speakers from StandWithUs, visiting clergy and experts leading presentations and discussions to foster a sense of community and camaraderie, strengthen our bonds with each other and with Israel. There is still time to sponsor the weekend. See the temple website or visit https://tec.shulcloud.com/form/mc-sir-2025.html.
All are welcome to our Men’s Club Board Meetings held the third Tuesday of the month @ 7:00 pm. The next meeting is April 15, 2025.
Birthdays & Anniversaries April
Tributes
Community Garden & Bird Sanctuary Fund
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Barbara Radke
Dunaier Music Fund
In Memory of John (Yonni) Tollman
Lisa Tollman
Early Childhood Education Fund
In Memory of Howard Landun
Doreen Landun-Querido
In Memory of Jose Liberman
Rebecca Lascoe
In Memory of Toba Greinetz
Lynne Zuckerman
Elisa Feldman Memorial Religious School Scholarship Fund
In Memory of Albert Kaye
Patricia Kaye
In Memory of Benjamin Barney
Irwin Barney
In Memory of Betty Wechsler
Ilene Barney
In Memory of Elisa Feldman
Leslie Gold
In Honor of Myles Simpson, on the 65th Anniversary of his Bar Mitzvahand in Memroy of Helen Finkelstein
Sheri Schoenwald
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Nomi Freed
In Honor of Les Feldman’s 70th Birthday
Larry Slomowitz
In Honor of Alan Flaschner’s 2nd Bar Mitzvah
Gary & Lynne Katz
In Honor of Les Feldman’s 70th Birthday
Larry & Judy Mayer
In Honor of Les Feldman’s 70th Birthday
Irwin & Ilene Barney
Inbar Israel Travel & Education Scholarship Fund
In Memory of Sophie Goldenberg
Merrill Goldenberg
Jotkowitz Camp Ramah Scholarship Fund
In Memory of Diana Kealer’s Brother
Rosalie Fromberg
Lipnick RSSF
In Memory of Emil Altenburg
Myrna Stelman
In Memory of Jacob Stelman
Myrna Stelman
In Memory of Stan Rothman
In Memory of Sylvia Rothman
Bonnie Rothman
In Memory of Walter Michelson
Barbara Shannon
Men’s Club
In Honor of Myles Simpson, on the 65th Anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah
Yaakov & Janice Orlowski
In Honor of Myles Simpson, on the 65th Anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah
Mitchell Ross
Men’s Club Silverstein
Humanitarian Fund
In Memory of Julian Robert Saly
Richard & Gari Saly
In Memory of Nanci Lewin
Frank Lewin
In Honor of Myles Simpson’s Birthday and the 65th Anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah
Joyce Edelson
Mishloach Manot Fund
Roger Young & Deborah Wenkert
Ner Tamid Education & Community Center Fund
In Memory of Ruth Slomowitz Vogel
Larry Slomowitz
Rabbi Averbach’s Discretionary Fund
In Memory of Abe N. Kessler
Gil Kessler
In Memory of Alice Shragai
Ruth Rose
In Memory of Arlyn Pomush
Steve Pomush
In Memory of Betty Marko
Reuben Finkelstein
In Memory of Bob Eisenoff
Larry Joshua
In Memory of Cecil Moll
Francine Finkelstein
In Memory of Celia Gorman
Sandy Rosenfeld
In Memory of Dora Borenstein
Jeffrey Borenstein
In Memory of Earl Lutzker
John Lutzker
In Memory of Eddie Weisman
Sherill Weisman
In Memory of Esther Gollub
Michael & Helene Gollub
In Memory of Florence Renny Golditch
Stephanie Shipow
In Memory of Frank Winer
Mark & Linda Wolfson
In Memory of Gabriella Raileanu
Lorraine Raileanu
In Memory of Harold Gilbard
Steven Gilbard
In Memory of Israel Borenstein
Jeffrey Borenstein
In Memory of Justin Koppel
Richard Koppel
In Memory of Kari Munowitch
David Munowitch & Emily Habib
In Memory of Lawrence Cohen
Stephanie Shipow
In Memory of Lawrence Oberman
Robin Oberman
In Memory of Lillian Reuben
Sandra Reuben
In Memory of Maurice Zealand
Michael & Helene Gollub
In Memory of Morris Moskowitz
Harvey Moskowitz
In Memory of Morris Rosen
Stan Rosen
In Memory of Myrtle Zealand
Michael & Helene Gollub
In Memory of Paula Winreb
Robert & Betty Zonshine
In Memory of Phil Marko
Reuben Finkelstein
In Memory of Rachel Sender Fine
Lila Fine Oberman
In Memory of Richard Ganstwig
Ronald & Liz Groden
In Memory of Richard Manes
Randy, Debbie, Reed & Florence Manes
In Memory of Robert Byer
Andrew Byer
In Memory of Robert Treisman
Robin Oberman
In Memory of Ruth K. Waters
Hattie Wolf
In Memory of Sara Litmanovich
Miriam Carmona
In Memory of Shirley Zeitlin Lubetkin
Dan & Lori Lubetkin
In Memory of Sidney Reuben
Sandra Reuben
In Memory of Sylvia Groden
Ronald Groden
In Honor of The Birth of Alexander Leon Mesnik
Myles & Gail Simpson
In Honor of Robin Oberman - Heal quickly and thoroughly. Know that we all love you.
Bonnie Rothman
In Appreciation of Rabbi Averbach for officiating our wedding
Alex & Rachel Bogart
In Appreciation of Mitzvah Committee
Art Pfefferman
Thank you for the Mishloach Manot
Marie Rubens
Thank you for your Melton Class
Marsha Roberts
Josh & Melissa Lurie
Religious School Fund
In Memory of Bernard Isidore Becker
Marc Tuchman
In Memory of Don Rennick
Stacy Borsuk
In Memory of Lily Malchicoff
Sheldon Malchicoff
In Memory of Roslyn Dallek
Susan Cohen
In Memory of Stuart Berman
Cynthia Urbach
Sandee Tischler RSSF
In Memory of Frances R. Levine
Dawne Ratzan
In Memory of Sandy Ratzan
Dawne Ratzan
Social Action Fund
In Memory of Abraham Shain
Tobi Love
In Memory of Dorothy Kwartler
Linda Moskowitz
In Memory of Frances Kaye
In Memory of Lois Girsky
Patricia Kaye
Social Action Fund
In Honor of Feed the Hugry for Harbor House Donation for Turkey Sandwiches and In Appreciation of Pam & Steve Friedman, who are dedicated to Feeding the Hungry in the Thousand Oaks Community. Thank you for your leadership and hardwork.
William & Cynthia Koepcke
Temple General Fund
In Memory of Aizik Pivovarov
Alik Shulman & Yevgeniya Belekaya-Shulman
In Memory of Edward Cogan
Judith Ross
In Memory of Lawrence Cohen
Dale Cohen
In Memory of Mala Leichter
Zvi & Yola Kalinski
In Memory of Max Portnoy
Ed Portnoy
In Memory of Oscar Honigsberg
Max Honigsberg
In Memory of Ruth Finnerty
Judith Ross
In Memory of Sam Jacobs
Harold Jacobs
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Janice Miller
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Jay & Sheli Friedman
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Michelle Ferber
In Memory of Sarah Jacobs
Harold Jacobs
In Appreciation of Mishloach Manot
Patricia Kaye
In Appreciation of Mishloach Manot
Herb Wexler
In Honor of Myles Simpson, on the 65th Anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah
Howard & Jessica Simpson
Tree of Life Fund
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Jonathan Halabe
Tzedakah Fund
In Memory of Alter Hy Feig
Herb Wexler
In Memory of Morris Eisenoff
Larry Joshua
USY Youth & Scholarship Fund
In Memory of Joel E. Spitzer
Leonard Spitzer
Women of TEC
In Memory of Sandy Pfefferman
Randi Sorenson
Well Wishes to Steve Ross
Shirley Lipkin
Women of TEC Torah Fund
In Memory of Rosalyn Gleimer
Ellen Gleimer-Hustead
In Memory of Louis and Edna Gray
William Tenenbaum
9:30AM-1PM
It’s time for a
SpringClean SpringClean
Clothes for Cash
We’re Collecting for the organization, Clothes for Cash. TEC makes money on every pound collected so it is a double mitzvah! They need:
• Clothes • Shoes
• Purses • Linens (except bedspread and blankets)
Please note: All items need to be put into a 13-gallon bag labeled TEC. Bags can be dropped o April 6–11
5:30 pm | Spiegel Hall
Second Seder Second Seder Community Passover
Let’s celebrate the second night of Passover together as a community!
$85 per adult (ages 14+)
$40 per child (ages 3-13) Ages 2 & under are free Register Here
Learn, grow, and stay connected with the state of Israel
Temple Etz Chaim Men’s Club is proud to host the 2025 Scholar in Residence weekend event celebrating the State of Israel. Join us for a weekend of inspiring lectures, and thought-provoking discussions. This year, we are inviting a diverse “Community of Scholars” to address the importance of the State of Israel, and how Antisemitism and recent current events have affected us as a Jewish community and how you can help and take action to help the State of Israel. Event Highlights include an evening discussion with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway, an Israeli Rabbi, serving Congregation Or Ami, and Speakers from StandWithUs, and Project Shema
Friday Evening
7:00 PM Shabbat Evening Service, Followed by Oneg Shabbat
Saturday Morning
9:30 AM Shabbat Morning Service Followed by Kiddush Luncheon
Saturday Evening
7:00PM Reception and Moderated Discussion.
$10 per person, $18 per couple, Students no cost, Complementary for SIR Weekend Sponsors (Family / Scholar)
Sunday Brunch 9:30 AM.
$10 general admission, $8 for TEC Men’s Club members, Students no cost, Complimentary for SIR Weekend Sponsors (Family/Scholar)
Max Samarov, Executive Director of Research & Strategy at StandWithUs: Reclaiming Our Narrative. Learn how to tell Israel’s story and frame messaging compellingly
April Powers, Co-Founder Project Shema
Free Speech and Antisemitism - Explore the boundaries of free speech and how it intersects with antisemitism and anti-Zionism
75 Years Later: Answering the Tough Questions About Israel and Why it Matters. Moderated discussion with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway, Congregation Ori Ami
Call To Action: Your role in our enduring narrative, and tools you can use to stay connected to the State of Israel
Panel discussion with Rabbi Ari Averbach, Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway, and Abby Yosian, Director of High School Outreach, StandWithUs
Please visit our Scholar-In-Residence website for updated agenda information, details and sponsorship opportunities. https://www.templeetzchaim.org/connect/mens-club scholar-in-residence-weekend-2025/
RSVP’s are appreciated.
StandWithUs (SWU) is an international and non-partisan Israel education organization that inspires and educates people of all ages and backgrounds, challenges misinformation and fights antisemitism.
2025 World Zionist Congress Elections are taking place from March 10th to May 4th and it's time to get ready to vote for the MERCAZ USA slate. It's
The World Zionist Congress and its affiliates provide millions of dollars in funding and support the programs that enrich your community and Jewish life in the U.S. Voting for MERCAZ USA is an investment in the future of the Jewish institutions at the heart of our communities. This funding includes Israel education at Ramah summer camps, programming at our congregation, and critical philanthropy objectives supporting hostage families, the global diaspora, and more.
Commit to voting by visiting mercazusa.org/votemercaz2025 and filling out the form, and encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to do the same! Together, we can realize the Zionist vision of a safe, secure, Jewish, and democratic Israel that serves as a home for every Jew.
The voting period begins on March 10, 2025, and no preregistration or organizational membership is required beforehand. Any Jewish adult over 18 who lives permanently in the U.S. and didn’t vote in the last Knesset election can vote for MERCAZ USA in the World Zionist Congress elections.
The Mitzvah Committee is here to help...
• Large plastic trash bags and remember your loved ones.
MEMORIAL RECEPTION
Services offered by Women of TEC Mitzvah Committee
What to Expect
We will be at your house a day or two before the funeral, or as time permits, for planning and any questions. We will arrive at your house half hour to one hour before you leave for the cemetery to receive any last-minute instructions. Our volunteers will be there to accept all deliveries and complete the set-up.
We will provide:
• Handwashing station to be set up outside, in front of the door, including water pitcher, paper towels, TV tray and trash bag
• Hard-boiled eggs (12)
• Challah, wine and mini wine cups
• Large and small paper plates, napkins, and cutlery
• Hot and cold cups
• Ice cubes in a cooler
• Large coffee maker, coffee, tea bags
• Sugar, sweeteners, mocha mix
Family provides:
• Tablecloth, serving platters and utensils
• Cold drinks, water bottles
• Folding chairs
Have the deli/bakery deliver:
• Platters of food, bread, salads, cakes, etc.
Special Instructions for the deli/bakery:
• Be sure to schedule these items to be delivered at the same time the funeral is scheduled to begin.
• Remind them not to mix meat and dairy on the same platter.
To ask questions or make arrangements
Contact the Temple Office at 805-497-6891 or inquire via email at Shiva@templeetzchaim.org
After hours, please contact Roni Rosen at 818-585-9449
Stock up for Passover Stock up for Passover
Stop by our Temple Gift Shop 9:30 to 11:30am for all your Passover purchases. All new Passover novelties: Passover plates, afikoman bags, matza covers
Gift Shop Hours
Sundays 9:30 - 11:30am
Open for appointments. Call temple office to contact Ann Ross to schedule.
Find 5 differences
Find the Words
PASSOVER MAROR
PHAROAH SEDER
LIBERATION AFIKOMEN PLAGUES
WINE MOSES BASKET
ANSWER KEY
How’s your Hebrew?
Can you draw the item in the correct location on the seder plate? Feel free to quiz your parents for help.
Write English Translation Draw the items on the Seder plate Will the mouse find his way to the matzah?
