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Occasionally service times may vary due to special events. If in doubt, call the office at 860-643-9563 or visit our online calendar.
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November Bulletin Available Online!
Did you know that we post each month's Chai Lights online by the 1st of the month? Click here to view the November editionand take a look at some of the great color pictures!
Interested in past bulletins? Take a look atthis page on our website, which has every bulletin from the past few years in addition to the latest edition.
To submit content to be in the next edition of Chai Lights, email it to Tova at programming@myshul.org. The deadline for the December edition is November 6.
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Rabbi Richard Plavin Library Book Available
The Library has an extra copy of Daniel Silva’s new book, the NEW GIRL. The book was ordered prior to Bernie Krutt donating his personal copy to the Library. This extra copy is available for purchase. The book retails for $28.99. However, the library will accept $20. If you are interested, please contact me by email LIBRARY@MYSHUL.ORG or phone 860-729-6803.
Upcoming Programs
Sisterhood Bake Sale Sunday, November 24th 9:00 AM
Just in time for Thanksgiving!!! Please label appropriately: Parve? Dairy? Nuts? Baked in a Kosher Kitchen? Wrap attractively and place on disposable plates. Drop off at Temple any time after 9:00 AM on Sunday, November 24th Any questions: Contact Sally Ivaldi 860-647-8186 pinehurst16@cox.net
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Interfaith Service Sunday, November 24th 4:00 PM
With the participation of clergy from all over Manchester BSBI Hosts the 2019 Interfaith Service Keynote Speaker: Diane Clare-Kearney: Manchester Adult Education Director All religions are designed to teach us how to live joyfully, serenely & kindly in the midst of suffering ~Karen Armstrong
Please bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the food pantry
A carpool is available. If you have any questions or would like participate in the carpool, contact Barbara Zubrow by phone at 860-646-8064 or by email at zubrow27@hotmail.com or Florence Cole by phone at 860-643-5414 or email at fndcole@aol.com
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Jazz Festival 2019 Sunday, December 7th 7:00 PM Doors Open at 6:30 PM On December 7th, local and international jazz greats will return to Cheney Hall in Manchester, for the 4th Annual Jazz Festival. The Yotan Silberstein Quartet, from New York City and featuring Israeli jazz guitarist Yotan Silberstein, will share the stage with local and regional performers like Matt & Atla DeChamplain and The Hot Club, as well as the internationally renowned Greg Abate Quartet. “This year’s performers represent a wide and eclectic mix of styles”, according to artistic director Alex Nakhimovsky, “And whether you like Swing, BeBop, World Music, or Smooth Jazz, you’re going to love this year’s festival”. “We are thrilled to be returning to Cheney Hall in Manchester”, says festival producer Ken Wichman, “This year’s lineup is the best yet, and it has only been possible thanks to the support and enthusiasm of the crowds for our first three years”. As in previous years, the festival is sponsored and hosted by Beth Sholom B’nai Israel (BSBI). The event will start at 7:00 p.m. on the 7th, and a silent auction, raffle tickets and artist CD’s will be available for sale. Ticket prices will start at $35. Final lineup and tickets can be found HERE
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Gift Wrapping at the Mall Fundraising Opportunity Sunday, December 8th 12:00-7:00 PM
We have an enjoyable and profitable way to help the synagogue and it won’t cost us a dime. Buckland Mall is allowing us to gift wrap for two days before Christmas—Sunday, December 8 and Sunday, December 15th. They are supplying the materials and all we have to supply are the volunteers to wrap packages and staff the intake desk. We will be able to ask for donations to our non-profit cause, while providing a valuable service to harried shoppers. Some of you have done this in year’s past, and know how much fun this can be. Each day will have three shifts: 12:00 – 2:00, 2:00-4:00 and 4:00 – 7:00. No experience is necessary and training can be provided. All shifts are now available, but right now we are most in need of staff on December 8th.
We need your help to make this a success. We would very much like to be able to do this in future years and ensure a continual fundraiser.
To sign up, or for further information, please contact Bea Brodie at 860 646-5014 or olderndrt@cox.net
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Knit & Kvetch Tuesday, December 10th 1:30 PM
Join us as we make blankets, hats, and more for people in need!
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Menorah at the Mall: A Community Celebration of Hanukkah at Buckland Hills December 22 4:30-5:30 pm
On December 22, Rabbi Konigsburg has been givin the honor of leading the Community Celebration of Hanukkah at Buckland Hills Mall as he lights the first candle on the menorah. Everybody is welcome to join him at the mall starting at 4:30. The lighting of the Hanukkiyah at BSBI on the first night of Hanukkah will take place at 6:30 pm on the front lawn.
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Hanukkiyah Lighting December 22-30
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Kosher-Chinese Hanukkah Dinner December 25th 6:30 PM
Join us for lighting the Hanukkiyah on the front lawn of BSBI at 6:30 pm with a Kosher-Chinese dinner to follow. $20/adult, $10 for child under 13 years old.
Register now online HERE or download the registration form HERE
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The Band's Visit at The Bushnell Center for Performing Arts April 26th
“The Band’s Visit” a musical based on the 2007 Israeli film about an Egyptian Band getting stranded in a small Israeli Negev town became a huge Broadway hit that was nominated for ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical!!! The “Band’s Visit” rejoices in the way music makes us laugh, makes us cry, and ultimately, brings us together. It is coming to the Bushnell in April. Sisterhood is organizing a theatre party for the Sunday, April 26th, matinee at 1:00 pm. The Bushnell has reserved mid-mezzanine seats at the discounted ticket prices at $70.25 and they have waived all processing fees for us. These seats are one row behind seats that are $96. In order for us to get this price, we must have 10 or more people going. And we have to pay for our seats early. They have reserved 20 seats for us, WE MUST SEND OUR CHECKS TO MADDY TURK NO LATER THAN JANUARY 20TH. UNSOLD SEATS WILL THEN BE RELEASED TO THE PUBLIC. Please make out your check to BSBI Sisterhood and send it to Maddy Turk, 10 Valerie Drive, Vernon, CT 06066. For further information you can call her at 860-875-7323 or email her at mikemaddy@aol.com .
Continuing Education 5780
*For Lunch and Learn and BSBI Academy: You may attend any of these sessions for $10 per class or purchase a Hall Pass to attend as many as you want. The pass is $50 per person, $75 for two if you sign up with a study partner. You may register in advance or just show up with your payment. One pass is good for both series.*
Exploring the Many Facets of the Bible Picking up where we left off last spring, a weekly chance to explore the plain and hidden lessons of the Bible. Previous class not required. Beginners welcome. Tuesdays Beginning Nov. 5 Noon-1:30pm Bring your own kosher dairy lunch Led by Rabbi Konigsburg Fee: $10/class or Hall Pass
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BSBI Academy Tuesdays, 7:30 PM
Conservative Judaism Today and Tomorrow Conservative Judaism has defied definition from its very beginning. As a pluralistic movement it can mean different things for different people. Chacellor Arnold Eisen of the Jewish Theological Seminary has published a series of essays that explores essential matters of Jewish belief and practice from a Conservative perspective. Weekly classes on Tuesday evenings 7:30-8:30 pm Fee: $10/class or Hall Pass
November 19: Community November 26: Peoplehood and Israel December 3: Learning December 10: Mitzvah December 17: Tephillah and Synagogue January 7: Jews and Others January 14: Denominations in Judaism January 21: Looking Back, Looking Forward February 4: Conclusion February 11: Snow Day
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Wisdom in Winter January Lecture Series with Dr. Mark Silk Professor of Religion in Public Life at Trinity College
January 13, 2020 - Religion and American Politics B.T.E. (Before the Trump Era) January 20, 2020 - How Donald Trump became the Religious Right’s Favorite President January 27, 2020 - The Religious Aims of the Trump Administration
Snow date: Feb. 4 All Lectures at 7:30 PM
Register online HERE or download the registration form HERE
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Announcements
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New Procedure for Entry to Beth Olam Cemetery
The new lock at Beth Olam Cemetery on Edith Road in Vernon has been installed and the key is no longer necessary. Please follow the directions below to use the new lock:
The lock is located under the black weatherproof cover
Pull the lock over the black weatherproof cover
Turn the number to 1818-line them up with the red line
Lock will pull apart
When done, reattach the cable to lock it
Turn at least one number to secure lock
Replace the lock under the black weatherproof cover
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Dedicate Our New Prayer Books
We have now made the switch to the new Siddur Lev Shalem! Similar to the Machzor Lev Shalem we use on Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, Siddur Lev Shalem includes informational side notes and extra readings on each page to help everyone get more out of Shabbat Tephillot (prayer). Thanks to the generosity of Risa and Roy Filkoff, we are able to provide the new siddur to everyone who comes to our services looking for inspiration.
We are now offering opportunities to dedicate these siddurim in honor of people or events in our lives or in memory of loved ones. A siddur can be dedicated for just $50 a book. We hope that everyone will participate in making these new siddurim an important addition to our services and a record of all the good people and good moments in our lives. If you would like to see a copy of the new Siddur, they are available for inspection at the synagogue.
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BSBI has been given the opportunity to accept donations of vehicles through a partnership with Vehicles for Charity to process donated vehicles. Consider donating your unwanted vehicle in support of BSBI. It is easier and faster than selling it on your own and you may quilify for a tax deduction! Donors say it is a satisfying way to make a larger donation than they normally could. Other vehicles accepted by this program include: unwanted car, truck, boat, motorcycle, RV or recreational vehicles.
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Remember: If you are planning an event or meeting at BSBI, you MUST also contact Judy at admin@myshul.org as soon as possible to put it on the calendar and make sure there are no conflicts. Thanks!
Community Announcements
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Embracing Judaism
The Embracing Judaism program is a pathway for the adult learner who wishes to discover or deepen Jewish knowledge.
Join Rabbi Plavin, Rabbi Konigsburg, and other Jewish educators from the Hartford area for this exciting series of educational programs. Classes meet at the Beth El Temple in West Hartford on Thursday nights, 7:00 - 8:45 PM. Open enrollment allows for new students at any point.
