October 18-24, 2026
ADL’s David White Returns with an Update on the Current State of Antisemitism
Rhythm, Roots & Resilience A Journey through
SOUTH AMERICA Buenos Aires * Iguazu * Rio de Janeiro Led by Cantors Sergei & Elena Schwartz
FEBRUARY 10 - 21, 2027
WITH OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY FEBRUARY 21 - 24, 2027 From the cultural elegance of Buenos Aires to the thundering power of Iguazu Falls and the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro, this journey weaves together natural wonder, Jewish heritage, and South America’s unmistakable rhythm. Along the way, we explore iconic landscapes, engage with living Jewish communities, savor regional cuisine and experience the music, dance and traditions that define Argentina and Brazil—creating a richly layered adventure filled with meaning, connection, and unforgettable moments.
ON THIS TOUR, WE WILL: • Connect with South America’s vibrant Jewish communi�es, rich tradi�ons, and shared Shabbat experiences in Buenos Aires and Rio. • Enlighten your journey through iconic cultural landmarks, living history, and breathtaking wonders from Iguazu Falls to Rio’s Sugarloaf Mountain. • Inspire your spirit through tango, gaucho tradi�ons, vibrant music, and unforge�able coastal views. …and SO much more!
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For assistance with flights, please contact anjie@ayelet.com or 800-237-1517 x340
Learn more about this trip at https://secure.ayelet.com/SchwartzSouthAmerica2027.aspx
800.237.1517 | www.ayelet.com
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worship
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programs
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brotherhood/ friend of a friend
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social action
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general temple info
Friday, October 23, 2026 • 6:30 pm We look forward to seeing you at our meaningful Shabbat service in the Sanctuary. Tonight, we celebrate the parents of our adorable ECC students. If you would prefer to join us virtually, click here to livestream the service. REMINDER: to enhance security, a password is now required to view our livestream. The password and instructions to log in to the livestream will be sent to you in a separate email. If you have any questions, call the temple office at 516.621.6800.
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Sinai Shabbat Saturdays New Ways to Experience Shabbat at Temple Sinai*
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 9:30 am Saturday Morning Torah Study*K with Rabbinic Intern Dina Kwasnicki in person and via ZOOM
Shabbat is a time for reflection, gratitude, and enrichment. Join us for a morning of engaging text study and conversation, centered around the weekly Torah portion. No previous knowledge of Hebrew, liturgy, or text required – join us as we learn from our tradition and from one another! *Temple Sinai will always hold space for you to remember your loved one and say Kaddish for them. Please note that Kaddish will be recited during any program marked with *K.
Click here to join the ZOOM or dial 646.558.8656 (audio only) Meeting ID: 824 5549 3238 PASSWORD: 3636
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during our Shabbat Service
Friday, November 6 • 6:30 pm We are honored to welcome our congregant Rita Levy as this year’s Kristallnacht Shabbat speaker. The child of Holocaust survivors, Rita serves on the Board of the Sid Jacobson JCC and the Executive Committee of UJA Long Island. Rita is also one of the Founding Co-Chairs of UJA Witness Project. Rita’s grandsons, William and Elliott, attend Temple Sinai Religious School.
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An ADL Update: The Current State of Antisemitsm with David White
ADL NY/NJ Senior Associate Regional Director Tuesday, October 20 • 7:00 pm • Simcha Room Please join us as we welcome back our own David White from ADL. David will discuss the current state of antisemitism, both locally and nationally, including ADL’s 2025 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, which recorded 6,274 antisemitic incidents across the U.S., the third-highest year on record since ADL began tracking in 1979. He’ll cover current trends and complexities, how ADL is monitoring key events that impact our community, such as the upcoming midterm elections, and how we as a community can help combat the rise in antisemitism.
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Holocaust Survivor Leo Ullman in Conversation with Journalist Dana Arschin Sunday, November 8 • 11:00 am Leo Ullman survived the Holocaust in hiding with strangers as a toddler—in Amsterdam, the same city where Anne Frank hid and was later discovered. His parents were told nothing about his caretakers or his location in order to help keep him safe.
A newborn Leo with his mother, Emily Ullman, before he was placed into hiding
HMTC Storyteller, Dana Arschin
Only after the war did Leo realize that the loving couple who had raised him for years were not his biological parents. He later learned just how many of the Dutch families nearby knew about the young Jewish boy in hiding and chose to protect him. Dana Arschin is a 3X Emmy Award-Winning journalist and the first-ever Storyteller for the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC). Dana is also the proud granddaughter of an Auschwitz survivor, her Poppy, who passed away in December 2023 at 101 years old. Prior to HMTC, Dana spent 12 years as an on-air news reporter and fill-in anchor for Fox 5 and News 12 covering the New York/Tri-state area. She lives in Port Washington with her husband and two young daughters.
Register at mysinai.org/leoullman
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Caring Committe
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FALL PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR
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Friday, November 6 10:30am-1:30pm You are cordially invited to join the Caring Committee for a fall celebration! At 10:30am, we will take part in the Early Childhood Center Shabbat, which will be followed by a delicious luncheon. Kindly RSVP by October 30 to 516.621.6800 or by email at caring@mysinai.org
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presents
UNORTHODOXEDUCATION Directed by Joe Kolman
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 • 2:00 PM
In New York, home to 9% of the world’s Jewish population, tens of thousands of Jewish children are not receiving a basic education. Children in many of the most Orthodox Yeshivas often finish school without being able to read or write in English. Because of the extraordinary political power of ultra-Orthodox communities, their schools have never been required to comply with state law. Unorthodox Education lifts the curtain on these communities, revealing the human cost of actively depriving kids of a secular education. A talkback with producer Elana Sigallwill follow the screening.
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Author’s Talk: Zeeva Bukai
The Anatomy of Exile a novel Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 pm The Abadi Family saga begins when a modern-day Romeo and Juliet story between a Palestinian and a Jew ends in predictable tragedy. The family flees to America to mend, but encounters only more turmoil that threatens to tear the family apart.
co-sponsored by Adult Engagement & Friend of a Friend
Zeeva Bukai is the author of the novels, “The World Between” and “The Anatomy of Exile.” Her honors include a fellowship at the New York Center for Fiction, residencies at Hedgebrook Writers Colony, and Byrdcliff AIR program in Woodstock NY. She is the recipient of the The Master’s Review fall fiction prize, the Curt Johnson Prose Award, and the Lilith Fiction Award. She holds an MFA from Brooklyn College and lives in Brooklyn with her family.
winner of the 2025 National Jewish Book Award for Debut Fiction
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Sinai Stitches is a group that knits and crochets items for charity. ALL are welcome! If you would like to learn how to knit, please reach out to be matched with one of the ladies for one-on-one lessons. All meetings are in person in the temple library, Mondays & Wednesdays from 12:30-2:00pm. Our next meeting will be held on:
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16 For more information, contact Michelle Golden at 516.650.6690 or msgolden@optonline.net
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TEMPLE SINAI BROTHERHOOD PRESENTS
JEWISH
JEoPARDY! THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 • 7:00 PM IN THE SIMCHA ROOM Are you a Jewish trivia maven? From holidays to history, from entertainment to sports, come play, laugh, eat, and show off those kvell-worthy trivia skills! Prizes will be awarded! Open to members of all ages! Register at mysinai.org/jewishjeopardy
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Hosted by Richard Blatt
Let’s Help Those in Need! How You Can Help This October! OCTOBER COLLECTION C is for Cereal Connection Let’s show our caring and compassion by donating dry cereal through the month of October to benefit the Sid Jacobson Community Needs Pantry. Please drop off your cereal box donations in our temple bins, or click here to purchase from our Amazon Wishlist and have the items delivered directly to Temple Sinai. OCTOBER MITZVAH Thanksgiving is for Cooking and Giving! Save the Date: Sunday, November 22 Join SORTY Teens and Temple Sinai’s Social Action Committee for our annual Thanksgiving Cooking for a Cause Intergenerational Event, as we cook and prepare Thanksgiving meals for over 300+ patrons of local homeless shelters. We’re inviting the entire Sinai family to come out to help us complete this big task! Join us on Sunday, November 22 for as much time as you can give. Many opportunities are available – cook with us at the temple, cook at home and drop off, help deliver, or simply make a purchase from our Amazon Wishlist. Every little bit makes a difference! However you show up, you will have a positive impact on the lives of families in need across Long Island. WATCH YOUR EMAIL FOR MORE DETAILS LATER THIS MONTH!
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this week at the
Don’t ! t e g For
October 18 Gemma
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ECC Parent Shabbat
Friday, October 23 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary
Fall Festival & Orange Day! Thursday, October 29
upcoming building, office, & school closures Tuesday, November 3 Election Day Religious School Closed Wednesday, November 11 ECC Closed/Conferences Religious School Closed Wednesday, November 25 Day Before Thanksgiving Offices Close at 1:00 pm ECC Dissmissal at 3:00 pm Religious School Closed Thursday, November 26 - Thanksgiving Building Closed Friday, November 27 Day After Thanksgiving Offices Closed ECC Closed 17