Membership News by Bobbie Katz, Membership Chair As we embark on our new initiative, ONE FAMILY, I am pleased to say that Membership is a vital part of this new concept. We are reaching out to our members and their families and encouraging everyone to participate in Shabbat services and our many activities and programs. On Friday evening February 21st, we will be honoring all our New Members who have joined this past fiscal year. They will be participating in the service and a special blessing will be a part of the evening. We will also have a New Member Shabbat potluck dinner in our Multi Purpose Room before services. This will be a wonderful evening to welcome our new members, so I encourage everyone to attend Shabbat services on Feb. 21st at 7:30pm.
As part of our Temple family, we have offered a Seasonal Affiliation for those who are here for several months during the “season.� It was wonderful to see the new ones and the renewals and we welcome them all to Temple Shalom. If you are interested in this special affiliation, please contact the Temple Office for further information. If you have not ordered your NAME TAG, please do so NOW. It is a wonderful way for each member of our Temple to know each other. Remember the price is $8.00, and mail the check payable to Temple Shalom to Bobbie Katz at 5804 Cinzano Ct. Naples, FL 34119. Membership is important to our ONE FAMILY concept, and I hope that each and every member of our Temple family will connect and make sure that the future of Temple Shalom is meaningful, and we go from strength to strength.
Havurah Corner Many thanks to the havurot that have responded with their names, rosters, and activities. Some of the names are Chavarim, Kulanu, Shoshanah, Yachad, and Yedidut. Activities include theater, museums, Temple activities, study sessions of Jewish interests, boat rides, and, of course, eating out. There is something for everyone! If I can supply any information or be of any help, please call Phil Freeman @ 239-653-9728 or e-mail me at Pihlster@aol.com. Any and all suggestions are welcome. Join a Havurah, make friends for life!
Phil and Anita Freeman
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