Hanukkah Bulletin 2024 Web by templeisraelottawa.com

December 2024 - February 2025

DEC 6

FAMILY FUN SHABBAT 5:30PM N EW MEMBERS SHABBAT 6:15PM

DEC 16

SENIORS HANUKKAH BRUNCH 11:00AM

DEC 26

HANUKKAH ON THE SLOPES

JAN 11

RICHARD BERNS BAR MITZVAH

JAN 24

FRIDAY NIGHT COFFEE HOUSE SERIES

FEB 7/8

SHABBAT WITH DAVID MALECKI

FEB 16

BOOKS & BAGELS THE WOLF HUNT BY AYELET GUNDAR GOSHEN

DEC 6/7

SHABBAT WITH CANTOR DAVID MALECKI

DEC 20

FRIDAY NIGHT COFFEE HOUSE SERIES

DEC 27/28

HANUKKAH SHABBAT

JAN 17

FAMILY FUN SHABBAT 5:30PM ISR AELI KABBALAT SHABBAT & POT LUCK DINNER 6:15PM

FEB 7

FAMILY FUN TU B’SHVAT 5:30PM

FEB 8

SHABBAT SHIRA 10:15AM

FEB 21

POT LUCK SHABBAT

Youth / TIRS Calendar

December 2024 - February 2025

DEC 15

TIRS HANUKKAH PARTY 10:00 AM

DEC 13

HANUKKAH SHABBAT WITH TIRS - 5:30PM FROSTY LED BOARD GAMES

DEC 14

SHABBAT OF DIALOGUE WITH REV GARY VAN DER MEER 10:15AM

DEC 25

4:45PM HANU-SKI-AH LIGHTING

“TRADITIONAL” HANUKKAH CHINESE BANQUET

JAN 10

POTLUCK SHABBAT

JAN 19

BOOKS & BAGELS THE PHOENIX BRIDE BY NATASHA SIEGEL

FEB 7

FRIDAY NIGHT COFFEE HOUSE SERIES & TRIVIA

FEB 12

TU B’SHVAT SEDER 7PM

FEB 16-23

SOLIDARITY MISSION TO ISRAEL

DEC 2

FROSTY & JYG - 5PM PRE TIRS PIZZA PARTY

DEC 15

GRADE 12 BOWLING & SUFGANIYOT EVENT 2:30 - 5:30PM

Rabbi’s Message

To Light Each Other’s Candles

A Rabbi, a Reverend and an Imam walk into a bar… no I’m not telling a joke! Earlier in the month I had the opportunity to share a pizza with two fellow clergy at the invitation of our local MP, Yasir Naqvi. MP Naqvi had reflected that each of us had lamented to him separately that our hearts are broken as we witness the deep pain both locally and afar. He thought that together we could explore a renewed vision for shared humanity. Yes, we did have some tense moments over our meal, but overall, we were humbled by the similarities of our collective families and our hopes for tomorrow. A humourous moment, both myself and the Iman asked for no pepperoni on our pizzas! While this session was primarily relational, I hope to be able to report back soon about bringing our communities together.

Hanukkah is almost here, right on time. Of course, it’s getting colder and darker, certainly physically and also somewhat spiritually. We crave the glow of the Hanukkah candles, they remind us of simpler times, they kindle the sparks we hold within. I must note, it’s been difficult in recent months hearing stories about hiding our Judaism, afraid to let our Jewish neshamas shine bright. I pray that this Hanukkah season we nurture our confidence, particularly our pride. Like brave Macabees we have overcome before, and we will overcome again. This year our holiday season coincides with Christmas;

Ramadan is not till March. Perhaps we can share our various holiday rituals as we look to our neighbours and integrate our lights.

Hanukkah is typically 8 days, this year we’ll be celebrating all month, including festivities for our tots, TIRS students, youth group, seniors, and the Temple family as a whole. We’ll bring out the Hanu-SKI-ah to remind us of our enthusiastic and creative ways overcoming the lockdowns of 2020. For a special treat, we’ve reserved spaces at Mandarin Chinese Food Restaurant (Hunt Club) for a “traditional” Hanukkah meal.

Reserve your spot today.

Lastly, Rabbi Garten and I are both hoping to take our community to Israel in February. It’s not too late to join. Our mission is to visit the sites of Oct 7 and pledge our support, to make new connections with our sister congregation from the North, and to engage in meaningful social action projects. We’ll have the opportunity to both gage this moment in time and also dream about how the region can better serve all her citizens. Let me know if you’d like to join this meaningful mission.

May coming days bring peace and joy.

Rabbi Daniel Mikelberg

President’s Message

Hanukkah is almost here! The festival of light. As the days get shorter and shorter, our lights shine bright. And there has never been a more important time for us to shine! We need to light up the world with goodness and love, like never before. We need to rally to support our loved ones who are going through very dark times. And we are leading the way.

Temple has become a place for our school and youth group children to be their authentic Jewish selves, where many do not feel comfortable doing so in their public schools. We are there for them and our enrollment numbers for both school and youth groups continue to grow.

We are providing safe space for our young adults to gather and enjoy a meal and a shmooze. The number of young families attending our Tot Shabbat and school programming is growing. In spite of the darkness around us, our light shines bright.

There truly is something for everyone at Temple and we have tons of programming over Hanukkah and every single week! If you are not receiving the weekly email, please sign up on the Temple website, or call the office. Watch for the wealth of activities and programs on offer. And feel free to reach out to me or Raquel or to the Board members with programming ideas, or if you would like to help out!

Join us when we light our iconic Hanu-ski-ah on December 25th and bring your friends. As always, we will light it outdoors, in our parking lot. Afterwards, we will head to the Mandarin Buffet on Hunt Club for the age-old Jewish tradition of Chinese food on Christmas!

Lastly, a word about our building project. We are moving right along! If you attended the AGM, you saw the latest plans for the renovation. We have begun the application

process for a minor variance, and we are anxiously awaiting the cost estimates from the professionals. We also put together the costs to date which you can see here https://tinyurl.com/temple-israel. So far, we are very close to what was budgeted for development costs.

Finally, I would like to extend a hearty welcome to our newly installed Board members, it promises to be an exciting year ahead! And to our outgoing board members, kol ha kavod. I know this is not goodbye and many of you are already working on committees or projects within our Temple family. May you go from strength to strength!

Looking forward to seeing you in the coming months as we join together to light the darkness in countless ways.

From my family to yours, Chag sameach, may our light continue to shine brightly!

Miriam Burke

Family Fun

S ha bbat

Hanukkah: December 6, 2024

Here comes our favourite winter holiday. Our youngest of friends are invited for a pre-Chanukah celebration. We’ll parade around as Maccabees, spin like dreidels, and nosh on fried treats (latkes anyone?).

January 17, 2025

Our youngest of friends are invited to celebrate Shabbat with song, story and fun. We’ll build our Shabbat toolboxes, helping us feel confident to take these rituals home.

Tu B’shvat: February 7, 2025

Just like saplings, our youngest of friends are growing so fast. We’re called to do the best that we can to ensure that all can grow and blossom with love. With song, story and care our youngest of friends are invited to this Shabbat focused on the world.

5:30 PM · Temple Israel

5:30 PM

POTLUCK after services

Hanukkah Potluck

December 13

January 10

February 21

Interfaith Dialogue Shabbat WITH REV GARY VAN DER MEER & RABBI DANIEL MIKELBERG

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 | 10:15 AM

We welcome back our friend Rev Gary van der Meer from St. John’s the Evangelist Church for a conversation with Rabbi Mikelberg on finding light through our winter festivals, all the more important in these darker times.

FRIDAY NIGHT COFFEE HOUSE

Join us after Kabbalat Shabbat services for co ee, snacks and food for the soul

December 20, 2024

Irv Osterer Jews in the NHL

January 24, 2025

Steve Mendelsohn

Testimonial to his Service in Di erent Communities Across the World

February 7, 2025

Raquel Black Trivia - What Do You Really Know?

Sponsor an Oneg or Kiddush

This is a special way to honour loved ones for birthdays, anniversaries, simcha, accomplishments and yahrzeits.

FRIDAY EVENING:

Cheese and fruit OR desserts and fruit

$180

Wine, cheese and fruit tray OR wine, desserts and fruit tray

$250

SATURDAY MORNING:

Bagels, cream cheese, butter, jam and fruit

$360

Bagels, lox, cream cheese, butter, jam, fruit and cookies

$500

Prices are based on 40 people.

Please inquire if you are interested as there are many other options available.

You can contribute any amount to our Oneg/Kiddush Fund. This Fund is utilized to support our Holiday Kiddushim and Shabbat when there is no sponsor. For more information or to sponsor please email Raquel Black.

Way back when, Israel was in the grip of a mean king called Antiochus Epiphanes. He wanted everyone to live like the Greeks, so he banned Jewish traditions like celebrating Shabbat, reading Torah, and enjoying festivals. He even took over the Jewish Temple for Greek worship! But, the Maccabees, a pack of brave Jewish folks, led by Mattathias and later by his son Judah, said, "No way, Jose!" They fought like lions for their faith, won the Temple back, and made it pure for Jewish worship once more. And so, Hanukkah is a time to celebrate the Maccabees' super win and the miracle of the oil that kept the light shining for eight days. Let's light up the darkness and keep the flame of religious freedom burning bright!

Potato Latkes:

4 large russet potatoes

1 small white onion, grated

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

2 tablespoons matza meal

2 tsp kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Vegetable oil, for frying

To make latkes, peel and grate potatoes, then soak them in water to prevent browning. Drain and squeeze out as much juice as possible, leaving the potato starch in a bowl. Combine the starch with eggs, matza meal, salt, pepper, grated potatoes, and onions. Fry the mixture in oil until both sides are golden brown, then drain on paper towels. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to portion out the batter and press it down with the flat underside of the cup to create crispy edges. This recipe yields 15 medium latkes.

Parmesan Gravy:

1 tbsp butter

1 clove minced garlic

1 tbsp flour

1 cup vegetable stock

2 tsp soy sauce

2 tbsp freshly grated Natural & Kosher Cheese parmesan salt and pepper, to taste

To make a silky smooth gravy, melt butter in a saucepan, add garlic and flour, and stir until golden. Slowly add stock while whisking, then add soy sauce and parmesan. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, then season with salt and pepper. For a pareve version, omit parmesan and use vegan butter. This recipe yields 3/4 cup and can be doubled.

Poutine Latkes:

potato latkes (recipe above)

parmesan gravy

Natural & Kosher Cheese Fresh Mozzarella, pulled apart into shreds

Set the potato latkes out on a platter (make sure they are hot so that the cheese melts). Scatter the fresh mozzarella over it and drizzle generously with gravy (make sure the gravy is hot so it can melt the cheese).

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B oo ks & B a gel s

All sessions will be in person at Temple Israel and on zoom. A light bagel breakfast will be available at 9:30AM at Temple, followed by the review at 10:00AM.

WINTER SCHEDULE

January 19, 2025

The Phoenix Bride By Natasha Siegel will be reviewed by: Carlie McPherson

Set in the latter half of the 17 century England, the story opens with Cecilia recounting her marriage to William Thorogood and the brief joy it brought her. The story unfolds the tale of two bereaved individuals grappling with feelings of powerlessness and a deep need to be heard.

In this novel set in the United States, award-winning Israeli author Ayelet Gundar navigates the landscape of racial prejudice through the eyes of an Israeli immigrant who is already scarred by experiences of terrorism in Israel. Sexual identity and bullying also play roles in the plot, which moves uneasily to a conclusion that leaves some questions unanswered.

March 23, 2025

Jewish Comedy: A serious History

By Jeremy Dauber

will be reviewed by:

Aaron Kaiserman

February 16, 2025

The Wolf Hunt By Ayelet Gundar will be reviewed by: Gefen Bar-On Santor

Finalist for the National Jewish Book Award, this book is a rich account of Jewish humour both erudite and funny. Columbia Professor Daubner traces the origins of Jewish humour from biblical times to the age of Twitter.

S ABBAT Shira

February 8, 2025 · 10:15 AM

Traditionally the Israelites cross the Sea of Reeds as we read Parashat Beshallach. Of course they did so in song and dance. With the help of Cantor David Malecki and the TIRS Liturgical Choir, we will harmonize our voices as one for this musical Shabbat experience.

Tashlich

Kirk Dunn Knitting Pilgrim

Rabbi Mikelberg, Ambassador to USA

David Cohen and Temple president

Miriam Burke

Tu B’Shvat Seder

FEB

7:00 PM

Hooray for the birthday of trees! While our Ottawa spring is still many weeks away, let’s use this opportunity to explore our responsibilities to the environment. We will also be able to imagine the metaphorical seeds that we can plant in these troubled days to ensure a more fruitful spring. The seder will include a ritual service and noshing on traditional fruits and nuts of the land.

TEMPLE ISRAEL

FEBRUARY 16-23, 2025 /// FROM $3,195 LAND ONLY

HIGHLIGHTS

Stand together with our brothers and sisters during this most crucial moment in time

Engage with Israeli Reform leaders and scholars for a learning experience and to offer support

Converse with families of the fallen and the kidnapped

Participate in hands-on volunteer activities

Visit communities affected by the actions of Hamas

Meet with experts and learn more about the latest developments in the region

Participate in Kabbalat Shabbat services with a local Reform congregation

And much more…

A Gift that Keeps Giving

In this crazy world of uncertainty how will you assure Jewish tomorrows?

Are you interested in making a gift that has an impact into future generations? Legacy gifts can help support Temple Israel and ensure its vibrancy for years to come. A legacy gift is a great investment in the future of our congregation, to help serve all members as well as our children and grandchildren in years to come. L'dor vador!

Contact our Life and Legacy Committee to learn about options for legacy giving at lifeandlegacy@templeisraelottawa.com or call the office at 613-224-1802 ext. 5 and your inquiry will be answered promptly.

Read Mona Klinger’s thoughts on why she chose to leave a legacy gift to Temple Israel.

Life & Legacy Gift 'excellent way to give back' to community

For Mona Klinger and her husband Michael Takefman, Temple Israel is an important part of their family traditions and celebrations.

Mona grew up in Montreal, and attended various Orthodox synagogues with her family when she was growing up.

“When I got married to my husband, Michael,” she says, “we were married at a Reform Temple in Montreal, which aligned better with my values as a Jewish feminist.” The couple moved from Toronto to Ottawa in 1990, and they joined Temple Israel soon after. Her in-laws moved to Ottawa a few years after they did and joined Temple as well.

Now retired, Mona is a lawyer who worked at the Department of Justice for 27 years. She also had a degree in Risk Management from Dalhousie University. Michael is an electrical engineer, working at Marvell Technologies.

“We have two boys, Evan and Jordan, who went to Temple Israel school as children,” she says. “Evan had his Bar Mitzvah at Temple, and Jordan celebrated his in Israel with a Reform congregation there. We enjoy celebrating Jewish holidays together and aim to have Shabbat dinners monthly. As a family, we talk about Jewish issues and current affairs, and even if we don't always agree, we share a commitment to Jewish life.”

Mona is a proud Reform Jew and believes that the traditions and values that Reform Judaism incorporates are “modern and meaningful.” “I like the focus that Temple provides on education and community, and its inclusiveness is also important to me.”

She is pleased to be serving as a member of Temple’s Board, participating on two Temple Committees, and to be making a Life & Legacy gift commitment.

“Part of my reason for making a legacy gift is to help ensure the continuity of Temple Israel, in the hopes that my children and any future grandchildren will be able to enjoy Temple and learn at its school,” she says. “I want to support Temple and to ensure that meaningful Jewish organizations and traditions are preserved. I also feel that it is important to give back to my community, and a legacy gift is an excellent way to accomplish this.”

In the heart of Canada, the movement for Reform Judaism is gaining momentum. We have a unique opportunity to make our voices heard at the upcoming World Zionist Conference.

But to ensure our community is well represented, we need to come together. The key is membership with ARZACanada, the organization that represents Canadian Reform Judaism at the Congress. The number of memberships will determine our representation and voting power at the Congress. It's a simple way to make a significant difference.

For just $18 for adults and $5 for students, we can all contribute to this vital cause. If you haven't already, please visit arzacanada.org and become a member today. Together, we can ensure that Canadian Reform Judaism is represented with strength and unity. Your membership matters.

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Lawrence Adams 2025-02-26

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Donations

DOOR TO THE FUTURE CAMPAIGN

Sol & Estelle Gunner in memory of Margie Berman

Dan & Cathy Sigler in memory of Gary Cohen

Dear Heather,

We were so saddened to hear of Gary's passing. May his memory be a blessing for you and your family. Please know that we're thinking of you in this difficult time.

Fondly, Cathy & Dan

Aron Spector & Fran Klodawsky

Lois Frankel & Jan Laube

Christopher & Becky Arajs

GIVING FUND

Mark Palmer & Elly Nadorp in memory of Gary Cohen

The Estate of the late Irwin Jamensky in memory of Irwin "Sonny" Jamensky

HEATHER COHEN APPRECIATION FUND

Minda Finkelstein & Roy Hanes in memory of Gary

Molly & Mark Blacher in memory of Gary Cohen

Harvey & Ruth

Dear Heather, We were sorry to hear of Gary's passing. May his memory be for a blessing.

Miriam & Mario Burke in memory of Gary Cohen

Hyman Cooper & Roslyn Wollock in memory of Gary Cohen

Mark & Harriet Podolak in memory of your Beloved husband, Gary. May his memory be a blessing. Our sincere condolences.

Lisa Rosenkrantz & Michael Walsh in memory of Gary Cohen

Andrea Purcell in memory of your beloved husband Gary.

Donald Segall in memory of Gary Cohen

LIBRARY FUND

Mark & Harriet Podolak in memory of Marjorie Berman

Our sincere condolences on the recent passing of your dear wife. May her memory be a blessing.

Jodi Weinstein in appreciation of Hyman Cooper

POTECHIN ACCESSIBILITY FUND

Sue Potechin & Mark Kamins

Mazal tov to Penny and Roberto Giaccone on the birth of their granddaughter and

In memory of Gary Cohen

Donations

RABBI'S DISCRETIONARY FUND

Sandra Goldstein

Andrea Purcell in appreciation of Rabbi Mikelberg for your beautiful unveiling service for Thomas Purcell.

Singer, Jason & Jessica

Heather & Mark Evenchick in Memory of Bernice (Bunny) Cogan

Donald Segall

Dana Scott in memory of Andrew Driega

Liran Wiener

Eva Esrock

Saeed Edison

Daniel Chemla & Norma Golcher in memory of Flora Aguilar Pacheco de Golcher

Debbie & Cameron Cousins

RABBI'S GARTEN JEWISH LIVING & EDUCATIONAL FUND

Deborah Smith in honour of the unveiling of Thomas Purcell

Heather & Mark Evenchick in memory of Bernice (Bunny) Cogan

Eva Esrock

SOCIAL ACTION FUND

Hyman Cooper & Roslyn Wollock in memory of Ron Weiss

Paul-Michael Litowitz & Daniella Sandre

TEMPLE ISRAEL OTTAWA FOUNDATION SPECIFY ENDOWMENT

Allan & Marsha Maslove

Gary & Debra Viner in memory of Gary Cohen

Steven Singer in appreciation of Lisa Rosenkrantz bris of Noah Irwin Singer

Bobbi & Rick Soderstrom

Gary & Debra Viner in memory of Rhoda Hock

Miriam Salamon & Bob Moon in observance of the Yahrzeit of Gyula Salamon

If you would like to make a donation

* For a Temple Israel fund, please contact the shul office at admin@templeisraelottawa.com or log into your Shul Cloud account.

* For a Temple Israel (Ottawa) Foundation (TIOF) fund, please contact: Bobbi Soderstrom at bobbi.soderstrom@gmail.com.

Executive Board

MIRIAM BURKE

President

MERLE HALTRECHT-MATTE 1st Vice President

SUSAN FRIED

Vice President

GARRY KESSLER

Treasurer

SARAH BERNS

Secretary

PATSY ROYER

Past President

Board

Chris Arajs

Leona Crabb

Sarah Good

Seline Herz-Fischler

Mona Klinger

Steve Poleski

Daniel Stolarski

Stan Winer

Richard (Dick) Zuker

Temple Israel is Ottawa’s Reform congregation where Jewish Life Happens -- committing ourselves to Kehilah K’lal Yisrael, and Tikun Olam.

We are a dynamic and welcoming congregation (Kehilah) where varied Jewish experiences offer pathways to learn and to experience G-d for all, respecting tradition and creating new celebrations.

We are an active liberal presence in the larger Jewish community (K’lal Yisrael).

We strive through social action to fulﬁll the Mitzvot of caring for others (Gimilut Chasadim) and repairing the world (Tikun Olam).