FROM THE RABBI S STUDY Rabbi Sidney M. Helbraun. Dear Friends,

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1 3610 Dundee Rd. Northbrook, IL Volume 248 November 2018 Cheshvan/Kislev 5779 Dear Friends, FROM THE RABBI S STUDY Rabbi Sidney M. Helbraun Every morning I wake up to a list of books that I can download to my Kindle. Sometimes they re free; other times almost free, and most of the time they re good reads. The other day I started a free book called A Case of Need by Michael Crichton, which was published in It s a medical detective story, the case of a daughter of a wealthy man who appeared to have died from an illegal abortion, which resulted in the arrest of a doctor who was known to perform them. As you might expect from a Crichton novel, it is a well-researched, fast paced book which, beyond the whodunnit, offers a view into a world where abortion is illegal, where doctors must choose between breaking the law to offer safe medical procedures, or obeying the law and leaving women to fend for themselves. The book details the tension that existed within the medical community between those who believed that ethics called for them to find ways to work around the law, and those who stayed away from any illegalities. It details the practices that some hospitals followed to avoid the appearance of breaking the law. And it describes a world where women, those who sought treatment, as well as those women who worked in the hospital setting, were kept in their place, controlled by the powerful men who held all the positions of authority. As I read, I couldn t help wondering if Crichton was aware of the picture he was painting of his society, or if a critique of that world is only apparent because I am reading his book a half a century after it was written. While I chose this book because of its price and its author, reading a story of a world where abortion is illegal certainly strikes a chord with me today, as established rights and norms are facing renewed challenges. Looking at the culture which existed in America fifty years ago, it is hard for me to believe that anyone could possibly turn the clock back. And yet, unless we and our fellow citizens vote for leaders who will legislate protections if the court decides to reverse course, anything s possible. As much as American law may be in flux, Judaism s view towards abortion remains settled law. It begins with an understanding that all life is sacred, and that abortion could never be considered an acceptable form of birth control. But in clearly stating that all life is precious, Judaism elevates the priority of the life of the woman above that of the fetus. Our basic teaching was formulated by Maimonides who used the model of a rodef a pursuer. To briefly summarize his position: When an individual is being pursued by one seeking to do them harm, they (and others on their behalf) are permitted to take actions to protect the life and health of the victim, even if those actions result in harming, or taking the life of the pursuer. An individual, or those acting on their behalf, are required to protect the life of the innocent victim. When one applies this teaching to cases in which the life, physical health, or mental health of a woman is at risk due to a pregnancy, Judaism teaches that her life is sacred and must be protected. The life and health of the woman is sacred. Once again, Judaism does not provide a blanket approval for abortion in every situation, but there is no doubt that our tradition prioritizes the life of a woman. It s easy to view life through a lens of continual progress; to imagine that we move forward each day, gaining strength and knowledge, making the world better for our children than it was for us. But that s more wishful thinking than how the world works. If we want our society to continue to protect the values that we believe in, then we need to be willing to stand up for them. Take nothing for granted. Make sure that this November, you and those in your family circle vote. In This Issue PAGTAH Tikkun Olam Cantor s Notes Memorial Plaques Youth Opportunities Acknowledgements Upcoming Events Calendar Member News Service Schedule Back Page

2 2 PAGTAH: Pay Attention, Good Things Are Happening Simchat Torah - TBE Style!

3 Cantor s Notes CANTOR S NOTES Cantor Adam Kahan We know...you re Jewish, the sports guy retorted at me as I sat in the newsroom. He didn t mean it as a slight, in any way, nor as a commentary on anything other than the apparent fact that I brought up my Judaism a lot a lot at least for him. I hadn t realized it, but I guess it s like when someone points out an idiomatic expression you might frequently say in your everyday conversations. You may have had no clue that you said the word right (for example) at the end of most sentences, but as soon as someone points it out, you notice it continuously...right? Apparently, I mentioned my Judaism a lot during my internship at the CBS affiliate in Champaign, Illinois as I worked on completing my Broadcast Journalism studies. I ve since spent time wondering why that was, and maybe it could be traced back to having grown up in the North Shore area, being around a Jewish community, and then finding myself in a newsroom in Central Illinois, feeling a little bit like a fish out of water. Maybe I felt that what made me different, what helped form my identity was my Judaism, and I apparently mentioned it a lot when telling stories (of camp, life, family, whatever). My Judaism was a strong part of my identity, but it wasn t the only part, by any means. A little over a decade ago, PBS aired a remarkable program entitled The Jewish Americans. As one might expect, the three-part series was chock full of interesting history and anecdotes. What has always stuck with me, since first viewing the show, was a question they asked of their interview subjects. Are you an American-Jew, or a Jewish-American? Firstly, we would have to agree what each term is describing is an American Jew one who is, at their core Jewish, and that Jewish soul is modified by their American experience, or does the phrase imply the opposite? Either way, the question is clearly asking who you sense yourself to be at the core, and then how is that modified. Are you an adapted Jew, or an adapted American? What an intriguing inquiry. The premises conjure up a Venn diagram, of sorts. Where is the overlap, and where lies the distinction. This is part of why I love FROM THE PRESIDENT Judy Rosen Chag Sameach! L shana Tovah! Phew. The month of holidays is over and it s back to regular Temple business. One more set of thank yous to Rabbi Helbraun for interesting sermons and moving services, to Cantor Kahan for inspiring music and infectious enthusiasm, to our incredible choir, guitar band, Rich and Craig who fill our room with music. To Janice and her incredible staff who make it look so easy. To Erwin Pearlman, RAC VP and all of the many ushers and volunteers who helped. To our Sukkah builders and decorators, to our Torah chanters and dancers and to all of you who came, sang, dance, listened and felt a part of something really special. It was a truly wonderful holiday season November...the overlap. 3 Our whole American culture begins to shift focus to giving thanks (and to blockbuster sales, but that s a different, less uplifting, article!). At the risk of sounding like the father in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, who pridefully points out how everything traces back to Greek origins There certainly is evidence that the pilgrims based the first Thanksgiving celebration on the Jewish festival of Sukkot. The harvest festival gives us a moment to reflect on our gratitude, our bounty, and on inviting honored guests. During Sukkot, these symbolic guests are called the Ushpizin, and they focus on our biblical ancestors. A lovely modern interpretation might be to think of whom, from your own past, you would dream to invite to your celebration. Sukkot is also called the Festival of Ingathering. Back in the time when people would make the trek to Jerusalem for the Holy days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, they would stay with their family for the Sukkot festival that came right after Yom Kippur. As the festival came to a close, they would then head back to their villages or far-off homes as the gathering ended. Sukkot was one last time to be with distant family before the next period of absence visited us. While our American selves have but once a year to blatantly focus on our thankfulness, I m so enriched by our daily opportunity in our Judaism. Each and every day we have a prayer, right in the center of our worship, called the Hoda ah. It begins with the words Modim Anachnu Lach, or we give thanks to You. We have been singing these words, communally, at many of the Shabbat services since I ve had the joy of joining with our Beth-El Community. We pause in the midst of the prayer s song for our congregation to share some of the things for which they are grateful. It is truly one of my favorite moments of the service, and really of the week. That s the beauty of prayer. It hones our attention to a topic to which we would likely otherwise not devote much time due to our busy lives. Whether it be due to late-november s arrival, or due to a prayer explicitly placed in our daily focus, I hope that you have moments to reflect on the beauty in our midst, the kernels for which you can be thankful, and the opportunity to enjoy the presence of those in our lives both in this moment, or as the Ushpizin who hued our past with vibrance and beauty. To my American-Jewish compatriots and my fellow Jewish-Americans, the best wishes for days of thankfulness and appreciation. Thank you for who you are. for Temple Beth-El! But it s not over every month we have beautiful Shabbat services, numerous committee meetings and various programs sponsored by the Temple, Men s Club and Sisterhood. Check the calendar and join us! Joining a committee is the best way to get involved in Temple life, meet new people and have input in what happens at the Temple. Not sure what committee is right for you? Reach out to me and I d be happy to make a recommendation. I joined my first committee days after joining the Temple and it is how I met so many of my Temple friends! Since it s the month of Thanksgiving I m going to end as I began with thanks Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to lead. Temple Beth-El has been a home for the Rosen family for nearly 18 years and I am honored to be part of its long history. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

4 4 Education & Youth Opportunities DIRECTOR OF LIFELONG LEARNING Mandy Herlich I wanted to take this opportunity to make a very exciting introduction. Lily Booker recently joined the team as our new Youth Advisor as well as one of our 7th grade and Teen Limud teachers. Since August, Lily has been planning new and fun KoBE and YoBE youth group events with a special interest in partnering with neighboring congregations. It is truly an honor and a pleasure to welcome Lily to the Temple Beth-El team! Lily Booker is from Deerfield, IL. She grew up going to Temple Beth-El and graduated from Boston University this past May with a degree in International Relations. For the past six summers she worked at OSRUI, in which the last two of them she had the honor to be the Rosh Eidah (unit head) for Moshavah. She loves camping, traveling and all things related to Judaism and Israel! She just recently began working for the JUF, where she is the new Program Associate for Synagogue Outreach. When she is not at work or teaching Sunday school, she loves to hang out with her friends, watch Netflix and read (currently she is obsessed with Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan!) She is so excited to be back at Temple Beth-El and to be working with the students. She hopes they learn to love and appreciate our special Jewish community and begin to discover their own Jewish identities. I know your children will love spending time with Lily as well as their Temple Beth-El friends at our upcoming youth events. Keep your eyes out for upcoming program dates throughout the rest of the school year!

5 Adult Opportunities 5 Ongoing Adult Opportunities For more information or to register, contact: sfarwell@templebeth-el.org The Jewish High Life Tuesdays 9:30-11:00 am Join this group as they have thought-provoking discussions based on the Book of Jewish Values by Joseph Telushkin. Cost: $125/members, $150/non-members Led by: Rabbi Victor Weissberg Torah Class Fridays 9:30-10:30 am Study and discuss the weekly Torah portion (in English). No prior knowledge is necessary. Join in every week, but no problem if you are only able to come occasionally. Led by: Rabbi Sidney Helbraun Seventy from One - How Our Sages Understood the Torah 7:30-9:00 pm Tuesdays (through Nov. 20) One of the greatest Torah scholars of the 20th century was a woman, Nehama Leibowitz, who was a master of the classic commentaries on the Torah. This year we will endeavor to get to know some of the commentators she knew so well. We will encounter Rambam and Ramban, Ibn Ezra and Abravanel, Rashi and Bahya ibn Pekuda. We will study words of Midrash and look at interpretations from the Talmud. We will also meet some of the 19 th and 20th centuries brightest luminaries, learning Torah from them all. Led by: Rabbi Sidney Helbraun Adult Hebrew Fridays 10:45-11:45 am It is never too late to learn Hebrew! Join our group as we learn the basics of conversational Hebrew. Please contact Mandy Herlich (mherlich@templebeth-el.org) if interested. Cost: $20 Book Fee Led by: Mandy Herlich Upcoming Opportunities Men s Club Brunch & Guest Speaker: Sunday, November 4 9:30 am Security Expert Nick Espinoza Hindu/Jewish Festival of Lights Sunday, November 18 6:00 pm Sisterhood: BrisketPalooza Saturday, December 1 7:00-10:00 pm Welcome Table Program Sunday, November 11, 5:30 pm The State of Our State, a Legislator s View with Rep. Jonathan Carroll Join us for a delicious dinner and exciting program with State Representative Jonathan Carroll for a discussion on the current state of politics in Illinois. $15/person - Temple Members $18/person - Non-Members RSVP to Shaina Farwell sfarwell@templebeth-el.org ext 208

6 6 Sisterhood Update

7 Upcoming Events 7 Sisterhood Book Discussion & BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch) 1st Wednesday of each month 12:30-2:00 pm TBE Podolsky Library November 7 Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead December 5 The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh Contact: Judy Katz jrichkat15@gmail.com

8 8 Men s Club Update MEN S CLUB CORNER Ric Bachrach & Bryan Mittelman, Co-Presidents The Men s Club next Sunday brunch event is happening on November 4. Our programs are open to members and nonmembers alike. We look forward to sharing delicious meals and lively discussions with you. Events begin with a bagel brunch at 9:30 am and discussions at 10:00 am. The suggested donation is $5 for members and $8 for non-members. Please contact Bryan Mittelman (bryantbe1871@gmail.com) to RSVP or with any questions. November 4 Internet security expert Nick Espinoza of Security Fanatics will discuss cybersecurity and conduct a live hacking event For over 25 years, Nick has been on a first name basis with computers. By the time he was 12 he was building computers and programming in twelve different languages. At fifteen he landed his first job in the IT field and at nineteen founded Windy City Networks, Inc. Security Fanatics is dedicated to designing custom Cyberdefense strategies for medium to enterprise corporations. As an expert in security and network infrastructure on multiple platforms, Nick has consulted with clients ranging up to the Fortune 100 level. He has designed, built, and implemented multinational networks, encryption systems, and multi-tiered infrastructures as well as small business environments. He is passionate about emerging technology and enjoys creating, breaking, and fixing test environments.

9 Upcoming Events 9 Temple Beth-El presents Shabbat Opportunities for Families with Young Children in partnership with PJ Library Shabbat Across Chicago A fun Shabbat experience for families with children ages 7 & younger. Older siblings and grandparents are welcome to attend & participate. November 2 Super Hero Shabbat Dress as your favorite super hero! The evening begins at 5:30 pm with complimentary pizza & pasta followed at 6:00 pm by age appropriate prayers, singing, story, craft & oneg. RSVP requested for dinner: jhadesman@templebeth-el.org. NO charge Questions? contact Janice Hadesman at jhadesman@templebeth-el.org or ext 211 Dreidel Project Temple Beth-El, in conjunction with the Jewish Children & Family Services (JCFS), is excited to once again participate in the Dreidel Project. Look for the Dreidel Display in the Temple foyer. Each dreidel on the display indicates the age and gender of a child in need and the child s wish for specific gifts. Choose a dreidel and purchase the gifts to fulfill this child s wish. $50 maximum per child. Attach the dreidel to your UNWRAPPED gift, and bring it to Temple Beth-El November Gift sorting: Sunday, December 2 1:00-3:00 pm - RSVP REQUIRED! Location: 255 Revere Dr., Suite 200 Northbrook Age Recommendations: 13+ with an adult Limit: Minimum 14 Maximum 20 Signup Link: http//bit.ly/tbetikkunolam Questions - Contact: Adrienne Mittelman amfm246@gmail.com

10 10 Upcoming Events Annual Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration For over two decades, the Northbrook Clergy Association has invited our community to gather to give thanks for our many blessings, and to seek God s blessing. Please join your clergy at this special annual event. Please bring a canned food item or paper goods for the Northfield Food Pantry Wednesday, November 21 7:00 pm Techny Towers 2001 Waukegan Rd., Northbrook, IL All are welcome as we Celebrate Unity in our Diversity Immigration Team Meeting Sunday, November 11 9:30 am Join us on Sunday, November 11 for a report from the Chicago Jews for Refugees Assembly with temple members Nancy Vizer, Sharon Rosenberg and Joi Smith. Please join our immigration team as they explore opportunities for TBE to make a difference! B Yachad (Together) The TBE Caring Committee Do you want to help? Prepare a meal or bake sweets for a congregant or family during an illness or crisis. Transport congregants to Shabbat services, doctor appointment, or any errands/grocery shopping. Set up or participate in shiva minyan or prepare food for someone that has had a loss. Contact Sue Hanover (sujormik@gmail.com) to join the list today. When there is a need, a group will be sent. If you can help out at that time, just back and let Sue know. It s that easy. Don t forget to let us know if a congregant needs our help.

11 Member News 11 Please indulge me, if you will, with a metaphor about estate planning. You do not have to be rich to have an estate. In fact, we all have estates. If we consider each of our estates to be a roll of dimes. In each $5 roll of dimes there are 50 dimes. If you have 3 children, you could leave 16.6 of each dime to each child OR you could leave each child 14 dimes. Will your children, at that time, really notice that they have 14 instead of 16 dimes? Will those extra three dimes make a difference in their lives or the lives of your descendants? Now let s look at those 8 remaining dimes. Those 8 dimes can make a significant difference to the institutions that have been a part of your life. You can spread them out or you can bundle them. Our life milestones are often tied to our faith and Temple Beth-El has played a role in some of the most important moments of all of our lives. Donations to the Endowment from your estate plan will exist in perpetuity. These gifts continue to grow and make annual contributions to the Temple literally forever. Gifts like these make a significant difference in guaranteeing the future of Temple Beth-El. After taking care of your family, please take care of the organizations that have played a part in the fabric of your life. Please consider Temple Beth-El as one of those organizations. To learn how you can support the Temple Beth-El Legacy & Endowment Program, contact: Jill Weininger jillweininger@icloud.com or Janice Hadesman jhadesman@templebeth-el.org ext. 211

12 12 Member News H e a l t h y N o s h i n g w i t h K i m Kim Seiden Healthy Food 4 Life Certified Nutrition Consultant For private nutritional/weight loss consulting, contact me at kimseid@gmail.com Any time I walk into a Panera Bread or a Corner Bakery, I would LIKE to order the Broccoli Cheese Soup, but I would NEVER order the Broccoli Cheese Soup. Firstly, I know that a soup like that at most restaurants will be loaded with cheese, cream, preservatives and tons of salt. If I look at the Nutrition Information available on the websites for both Panera Bread and Corner Bakery, I can find out if I m right. If I order Broccoli Cheddar Soup at Panera, I can see from the ingredients that I will be eating processed cheddar cheese, whipping cream and yeast extract which is a form of MSG. And I will be ingesting 800 mg of sodium and 13 g fat in a cup of soup, 1330 mg sodium and 21 g fat in a bowl of soup and 2000 mg sodium and 18 g fat in a bread bowl of soup. I think I will take a pass, Panera Bread. At Corner Bakery, I have no idea what ingredients I am eating when I order Broccoli Cheddar Soup because they are being very sneaky and only listing the ingredients as broccoli cheddar soup. That s a bad sign. But I can see that I will be ingesting 1550 mg sodium and 22 g fat in a cup of soup, 2320 mg sodium and 32 g fat in a bowl of soup and 3830 mg sodium and 34 g fat in a bread bowl of soup. No thank you, Corner Bakery. And side note are you trying to kill your customers, Corner Bakery? As you can see, it s important to be an informed consumer and check out the available Nutrition Information on the websites of restaurants you frequent. You may be surprised to see that the dishes you order while you think you are being healthy may actually be VERY unhealthy. Although I LOVE Broccoli Cheese Soup, I d rather shovel my driveway after a dump of 4 inches of snow (which I may have to do this winter since my snow plow guy is the worst and never shows up) than eat that junk. I will just make a homemade Broccoli Cheese soup which will be healthy and delicious. Check out the healthy hidden ingredient giving this version loads of extra fiber -white beans! Broccoli Cheese Soup Not a lot of dairy in this yummy soup plus a hidden source of extra protein and fiber! Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Total Time 50 minutes Servings 4 Ingredients 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 onion diced 3 shallots diced 1 1/2 large heads broccoli chopped, about 6 cups 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 15 oz. can no-salt added cannellini or Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup shredded sharp cheese-- any will do! I used sharp provolone because I had it in the house 1 tsp powdered mustard 1/2 tsp Goya adobo all-purpose seasoning (you can find this in the Mexican food aisle!) 1/2 tsp garlic salt 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp black pepper Directions 1. Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. 2. Stir in onion and shallots. Cook for about 4 minutes until tender. 3. Add the broccoli, broth and beans. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer covered for about 20 minutes until broccoli is tender. 4. Turn off heat and let soup cool for 15 minutes. Puree using an immersion blender or in batches using a food processor. 5. Return blended soup to pot and heat over medium heat. Add cheese, powdered mustard, Adobo seasoning, garlic salt, garlic powder and pepper. 6. Stir well and let cook for about 10 more minutes. Enjoy!

13 Member News 13 Sara Reid on her marriage to Jacob Fueston on September 16, 2018 Thank you to chef extraordinaire Barb Berman for creating and hosting our Sukkot and Simchat Torah lite lunches. Thank you to Kirsten Gordon of Botanic Magic Design for designing and planting our beautiful outdoor planters. B nai Mitzvah November 3 Joseph Harris Son of Laura Harris & Dean Harris Field Middle School November 17 Zachary Ben-Isvy Son of Lisa & Michael Ben-Isvy Field Middle School Thank you to our Oneg and Kiddush Sponsors Arika & Howard Siegel in honor of the b nai mitzvah of Aidan Siegel and Riston Siegel Deena & Jeff Lazar in honor of the b nai mitzvah of Aidan Siegel and Riston Siegel Ruth Faden & Tom Beauchamp in honor of the bar mitzvah of Mateo Gurria Amy & Alan Faden in honor of the bar mitzvah of Mateo Gurria Refer a Friend Send us their contact info and TBE will give you a $100 credit towards your dues when they join! TBE CLERGY & STAFF Phone: Fax: Sidney Helbraun. 204 SENIOR RABBI rabbihelbraun@templebeth-el.org Adam Kahan 206 CANTOR cantorkahan@templebeth-el.org *Victor Weissberg RABBI EMERITUS *Leave message with Joanne Gold Joanne Gold CLERGY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT jgold@templebeth-el.org Mandy Herlich. 212 DIRECTOR OF LIFELONG LEARNING mherlich@templebeth-el.org Janice Hadesman EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR jhadesman@templebeth-el.org Holly Hamburg MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT ASST. hhamburg@templebeth-el.org Shaina Farwell EDUCATION & COMMUNICATIONS COORD. sfarwell@templebeth-el.org Nancy Reil..209 ACCOUNTING MANAGER nreil@templebeth-el.org Heather Freund. 210 MAINTENANCE hgoldader@templebeth-el.org

14 14 Tikkun Olam SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE Elaine Cooper Koffman Social Action Committee (SAC) member Stewart Schram leads an event at CJE SeniorLife s Robineau Residence once a month. On Thursday, September 13, Stewart and I played several spirited games of Wheel of Fortune with the residents. (See the accompanying photos of Stewart with the two biggest winners.) Our next visit will be on Wednesday, October 24. SAC member Marcia Kanarek organizes the Temple Beth-El (TBE) volunteers who assist at the birthday parties that take place at CJE SeniorLife s Gidwitz Place usually on the third Wednesday of each month from 1:15 to 3:15 pm. On September 12, the volunteers were Marcia, Julie and Susan Schneider, Sharon Trachtenberg, and I. We ll be going to Gidwitz again on October 17. To participate in this good deed, which is appropriate for children of all ages (even very small children are welcome), please call or Marcia ( or imokydoky@aol.com ). TBE s remaining Uptown Café date for 2018 is Sunday, October 21. Our waiters/waitresses will be: Arlene Brennan, Leah Goldberger, Phyllis Kaplan, Marty Pomerantz with his sons Jonah and Seth, and I. The Café is located at 808 West Wilson in Chicago and, on Sundays, volunteers work from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Children who are at least 12 years old may volunteer, so this is a meaningful bar-/bat-mitzvah project. Please contact me if you would like to participate in this good deed ( or BennettK@aol.com). SAC committee member Joan Freud is again coordinating the annual blood drive in memory of Robert Kaiser, the beloved husband of former TBE board president Rosely Kaiser. The drive will take place on Sunday, February 17, LifeSource says that each donation can save up to three lives, so donating blood is a very good deed. The SAC is fortunate to have Debbie Sandlow and Sharyn and Mark Trachtenberg as its newest members. Welcome to Debbie, Sharyn, and Mark! The members of the SAC invite you to join us during the new year of 5779 in our efforts to help repair the world. Temple Beth-El is proud to support: A Just Harvest is the largest community soup kitchen in the Chicago metro area. Volunteers from Temple Beth-El join together four times a year to help A Just Harvest feed those in need. COME JOIN US. WE NEED YOUR HELP. Our next volunteer event is November 29, Volunteers (12 years and older) will help prepare and cook food, set up the dining room and serve the meals. For more information, contact Debbie Sandlow at dsandlow@comcast.net. 9 Stay tuned for future bulletin articles about JDAIM events at TBE. For more information contact Judy Katz at jrichkat15@gmail.com.

15 Tikkun Olam NEW and EXCITING programs to help our local community. Monthly throughout the year Birthday Parties at Gidwitz Assisted Living 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:15-3:00 pm Sign up: Marcia Kanarek at or call Shabbat Bags for Hospice Patients 3 rd Friday of each month from 11:00 am - 3 pm Location: JourneyCare Hospice, 2050 Claire St., Glenview Sign up: Susan Harrison at sgharrison77@gmail.com or call November/December Opportunities JCFS Dreidel Project November 1-20, 2018 Drop off gifts at TBE Sunday, December 2, :00-3:00 pm Gift Sorting Location: 225 Revere Dr., Suite 200 Northbrook Age recommendation: 13+ with adult Limit: Minimum 14/Maximum 20 Sign up: Keep an eye out for all upcoming opportunities at: 15 SUPPORT ISRAEL BUY ISRAEL BONDS - Need to purchase a gift for a special occasion? Are you unsure of what to buy? Why not purchase a 5-Year Mazel Tov Savings Bond? Prices begin at $100. Pick up an informational sheet at the Temple or log on to israelbonds.com. Mention Temple Beth-El on your form. Questions? Contact the Israel Bond Office BUY ISRAELI GOODS - Maimonides taught us that the highest form of helping people is to support them so they can help themselves. A great way to do that without incurring any additional costs is to make the purchase of Israeli products part of our regular shopping. Israeli products that are readily available from local merchants include food, wine, women s apparel, fashion designer jewelry, baby and child apparel, hardware, health and beauty aids, footwear, toys and games, flowers, and more! Available products, and the local stores that are likely to stock them, can be found at: (BIG). TBE Monthly Tzedakah Collections A tzedakah box is located in the foyer. In November, tzedakah will go to Keshet, which provides help to children who have special needs or are at risk. TBE s environmental initiative program. Checks should be made payable to Temple Beth-El and mailed to the Temple office marked tzedakah. As always, we thank you for your continuous and generous support. SHALVA Collects Cellphones, ipads and ipods Temple Beth-El has been collecting cell phones for SHALVA for many years. The phones are collected, then shipped to Shelter Alliance, a recycling operation in Florida. They pay SHALVA according to the blue book value of each phone. In processing the thousands of phones sent to them every year, they wipe clean all personal data and either refurbish the phones, recycle the parts or melt them down. Each year SHALVA receives around $4,000-5,000 just by collecting your old or broken cellphones. All of these dollars go directly to help SHALVA clients. ipads and ipods are now also accepted. For More information: Andrea Glickman andrea.glickman@readingpowerinc.org Share ALL Your Good News Share the news of any new additions to your family. Tell us about the birth of your child or grandchild, engagements, weddings and anything else. We want to wish you, our Temple members, a mazel tov, and notify the congregation via . In addition, babies who live locally will receive a gift from our Temple and JUF s J Baby program. Our clergy would love to name the baby at a Shabbat service. Please contact Joanne Gold to share your good news at ext. 202 or jgold@templebeth-el.org.

16 16 Memorial Plaques MEMORIAL PLAQUES In addition to the names requested through the Yahrzeit Fund, the following names are read on Erev Shabbat as shown below. October 28- November 3 November 4-10 November November November 25- December Cheshvan 26 Cheshvan-2 Kislev 3-9 Kislev Kislev Kislev Lois Cantor Leslie Baim William Cooper Herman Altshuler Benjamin Barnett Seymour Cohen Mollie Barnett Abraham Dubin Jack Brody Frances Bell Irving Einhorn Mildred Berg Joe Friedman Leah DeWoskin Phyllis Berger Bernard Friedman Leo Breskin Fannie Goldstein Aleck Frank Morris Brandzel Sylvia Gavlin Richard Carter Alex Gore Mildred Frazin Martin Chasanov Maurice Golden Gertrude Chez Naomi Herst Belle Gorodess Helen Chavin Emanuel Gottlieb Bernard Davis Fred Levy Arnold Herst Charlotte Cohen Joseph Hoffman Daniel Ferber Frieda Lomberg Jennie Kramer Harry Cohen Julius Kahn Anna Freeman Vicky MacKay Dorothy Levin Sadie Cohn Jennie Lerner Israel Fuchsman Fanny Marcus Marlene Markowitz Joseph Corush Belle Levy Irene Goldberg Ida Markus Deborah Morris Irwin Fine Sol Millis Fannie Gorin Irving Miller Marvin Motel Alfred Frisch Jack Netchin Bernard Horwitz Sol Shanaman Ruth Schwartz David Hoffman Laura Rosengarten Anita Kalom Henry Stein Samuel Silver Henry Israel Joseph Schmidt Hyman Kaluzna Leo Stoller Reuben Silverstein Harold Jaffe Jacob Swartz Stanley Kimmel Abe Spector Elizabeth Kamin Jack Swerdlow Jack Korenthal Olga Tobey Bertha Lederer Miriam Tirsky Elizabeth Levy Amil Walker Dorothy Levin Adrienne Wallace Rosalie Levy Bessie Levy Roslyn Wolken Harry Mawrence Marvin Marcus Yetta Meyer Anna Marks Phil Revitz Pauline Posner Samuel Rieger Meyer Pusstelnik Sol Sanders Carl Sachs Stanley Spiegel Ethlyn Schiff Moritz Tausig Raymond Shapiro Rae Tucker Morris Zimmerman Arline Silverman Shirley Silverman Louis Skodel Rochelle Spitz Belle Starr Lola Stein Hannah Steinborn John Strauss

17 Acknowledgments 17 YAHRZEIT FUND Received in the Temple office by September 30 Helen Baim in memory of Norman Baim Shirley Becker in memory of Jennie Lerner Barbara Berman in memory of Sam Gothelf Ileen Bryer in memory of Irene Greenberg Candace DeCarlo in memory of Jerome Pritz Stuart Dubin in memory of Rose Cooper Karen & Herbert Goldblatt in memory of Gail Goldblatt EvaLynn Greenberg in memory of Lena Hollander Paula Haber in memory of Idelle Idelman Alan Jourdan in memory of Jerry Jourdan Marilyn Kersch in memory of Robert Kersch Adrian Kolb in memory of Celia Davis Phillip Lapine in memory of Benjamin Lapine Fred Rosenberg in memory of Lois Van Crey Cynthia Schaffer in memory of Jacob Jack Schaffer Dr. Stephen Scheiber in memory of Irving Scheiber Hugh Shonfeld in memory of Phyllis Shonfeld Allan Siegal in memory of Mary Siegal Carolyn Spero in memory of Gary Spero Arden Strauss in memory of Albert Honig Debra Turoff in memory of Bernice Elbin Gloria Weiser in memory of Sondra Mallon Bruce Werner in memory of Rose Gerber Werner Bruce Werner in memory of Richard Werner ARE YOU COPING WITH LOSS & CHANGE? We invite you to attend an Adult Grief Support Group led by Noah C. Weinstein, MA, LCPC. Noah is a Northbrook-based psychotherapist specializing in grief, loss and transition. The group will meet at TBE on November 14 at 7:00 pm Open to all Remember A Loved One If you wish to honor the memory of a dear one, a most fitting, traditional and dignified remembrance is a memorial plaque. This permanent remembrance will give you great comfort for many years and will serve as a reminder of the place your loved one held in your life. A permanent memorial plaque is displayed bearing the name and yahrzeit date on the Memorial Wall outside the Sanctuary. Your loved one s name will also be included on the weekly yahrzeit list outside the Sanctuary on the anniversary of their passing and be read at our Friday evening Shabbat Service. The contribution to memorialize your loved one with a permanent yahrzeit plaque requires a donation of $750. If you have any questions, please call Joanne Gold (847) ext. 202.

18 18 Acknowledgements CONTRIBUTIONS Received in the Temple office by September 30 A JUST HARVEST Debbie & Bruce Sandlow in support of A Just Harvest FREE WILL Fern & Craig Hahn for the speedy recovery of Helen Chapman Fern & Craig Hahn in loving memory of Eileen Propp Fern & Craig Hahn in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg GENERAL FUND Bonnie & Morton Hibel in memory of Bernard L. Donenberg Sandy & Alan Jourdan in loving memory of Ruth Swislow Sandy & Alan Jourdan in loving memory of Betty Richman Robin & Steve Licker in loving memory of Betty Richman Lisa & Andrew Melnick in loving memory of Irving Kaplan Judy & David Rosen in honor of Cindy Schoenstadt s new grandson Stacey and Ken Traub in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg MATTHEW SCHAFFER-SCHWARTZ z l TIKKUN OLAM FUND Evie & Jerry Levin in honor of Roza & Dick Hersher s 25 th wedding anniversary Sheila Myrent in loving memory of Bernard L. Donenberg MEMORIAL FUND EvaLynn Greenberg in loving memory of Bernard L. Donenberg Judy & David Rosen in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg Horace Schwartz in loving memory of Sandra Harris PERPETUATION FUND EvaLynn Greenberg in honor of the birth of Drew Roland Finkelstein MISHKAN T FILAH PRAYER BOOK PLATE Leslie & Paul Schlesinger in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg RABBI HELBRAUN S DISCRETIONARY FUND Debbie & Irl Grodsky in honor of Tara Payton Stein's baby naming Barb & Tom Harris in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg Barry Siegel in loving memory of Norton Siegel SISTERHOOD Judy & Gary Katz in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg TBE ENDOWMENT FUND Sandra and Gerald Lewis in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg Amy & Rich Noren in loving memory of Bernard Donenberg We appreciate all contributions and suggest a minimum donation of $18 per acknowledgment. TEMPLE BETH-EL DONATION FORM Your Name(s) Today s Date Address City State ZIP Phone: Please confirm my donation via . My address is: TBE General Fund Blitz Family Children s Cultural Arts Fund (Payable to: BFCCA Fund)* Cantor s Discretionary Fund (Payable to: Cantor Kahan s Discretionary Fund)* Free Will Kaplan Camp Scholarship Fund Libby Golden z l Memorial Fund (Payable to: Libby Golden Memorial Fund)* Please check one: In loving memory Speedy recovery In honor of (other) Name(s) Send Acknowledgement Card to: Address Matthew Schaffer-Schwartz z l Tikkun Olam Award Fund (Payable to: MSSM Fund)* Memorial Fund Steinberg Education Fund (Payable to: Milton Steinberg Education Fund)* Mishkan T filah Prayer Book Plate ($36 minimum donation) Perpetuation Fund Phyllis Natalie Podolsky z l Library Fund (Payable to: PPML Fund)* Name(s) City State ZIP Rabbi Helbraun s Discretionary Fund (Payable to: Rabbi Helbraun s Discretionary Fund)* Social Action Fund TBE Endowment Fund (Payable to TBE Endowment Fund)* TBE Men s Club (Payable to: TBE Men s Club)* TBE Sisterhood (Payable to: TBE Sisterhood)* Torah Fund Tree of Life $154/leaf (Leaf wording form will be sent) Yahrzeit Fund YoBE Youth of Beth-El (Payable to: YoBE)* *Unless otherwise indicated above, please make all checks payable to: Temple Beth-El Dundee Rd. Northbrook, IL Credit Card: Amex Discover MasterCard Visa Credit Card No. Exp. Date Security Code Charge Amount $ - or - Check Amount (Enclosed) $ Please consider adding 3% to your donation paid by credit card to cover our processing fees

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20 20 P L E A S E S U P P O R T O U R A D V E R T I S E R S TEMPLE BETH-EL CEMETERY Our Temple s cemetery is located on Pulaski Avenue, just north of Bryn Mawr Ave. in Chicago. We still have plots available for sale. Contact the TBE office for more information. If you are interested in cemetery arrangements at Shalom Memorial Park in Arlington Heights, contact Mike Rubenstein at or mrubenstein@shalom2.com

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22 23 P L E A S E S U P P O R T O U R A D V E R T I S E R S Are you looking for an easy way to target more than 2,000 potential customers? Temple Beth-El publishes a bulletin 11 months per year that reaches over 500 families on the North Shore, providing information to our congregants regarding various events, programs, and an assortment of informational and educational articles. As an advertiser, your message will reach a well-targeted population, and will encourage our families to patronize your business. Ad prices range from $50 - $450. Contact Shaina Farwell at sfarwell@templebeth-el.org or x 208 for more information or to place an ad today LEADERSHIP CONTACTS Committee Responsibilities Meetings Chairperson Religious Activities (RAC) Finance Administrative/House Membership Clergy, religious, services and High Holiday policies. B nai mitzvah program TBE s finances and budget. Maintenance, facilities, and administrative areas. New members and membership retention. 4 th Wednesday of the month 2 nd Tuesday of the month 1 st Wednesday of the month 1 st Monday of the month RAC VP, Erwin Pearlman erwinpearlman@att.net Financial VP, Fred Rosenberg fredfox18@comcast.net Administrative VP, Jim Weiss jkweiss@sbcglobal.net Membership VP, Lisa Rubinstein lisarubinstein4@gmail.com Social Action (SAC) Meets periodically to plan social action events. Elaine Koffman, bennettk@aol.com Education Fundraising Men s Club Sisterhood President Executive Vice President Secretary Past President Educational and social programming for children and adults. Plans TBE fundraising events and meets periodically. Meets regularly and offers many outstanding programs. Meets regularly and offers many outstanding programs. Judy Rosen Don Solomon Tracy Coleman Marty Pomerantz 2 nd Monday of the month 3 rd Monday of the month 2 nd Monday of the month Other Executive Committee Members rosenjudy5@gmail.com dsolo91563@gmail.com tjcoleman1009@gmail.com marty@pomerantz.us Education VP, Laura York laurayork@gmail.com Men s Club Co-Presidents, Ric Bachrach rbachrach800@aol.com & Bryan Mittelman beam123@gmail.com Sisterhood President, Barb Harris barbdharris@comcast.net

23 Calendar 24 Please Note: This calendar was produced for printing on October 16. A more current calendar can be found on our web page at (click on calendar tab at the top). If unsure about a program date or time, contact the Temple office at (847)

24 TEMPLE BETH-EL Founded in Dundee Road Northbrook, IL (fax) Sidney M. Helbraun, D.D. Senior Rabbi Victor H. Weissberg, D.H.L, D.D. Rabbi Emeritus Adam Kahan, ACC Cantor Mandy Herlich, RJE Director of Lifelong Learning Janice Hadesman Executive Director Judy Rosen President The Temple Beth-El Bulletin is published monthly. Letters, comments and news about the Temple are always welcome. Please send information via to Bulletins may be viewed on our website through Acrobat Reader. The deadline for the January Bulletin is November 19, Temple Beth-El is an inclusive Jewish community open to people of all ages, races and abilities, welcoming interfaith families, people who are single, partnered and LGBTQ. Friday, November 2 Shabbat Yeladim: Super Hero Shabbat Service, Cantor Kahan Saturday, November 3 Casual Morning Minyan Shabbat Service and Bar Mitzvah of Joey Harris Wednesday, November 7 Morning Minyan Friday, November 9 Early Oneg Kabbalat Shabbat, Cantor Kahan Saturday, November 10 Casual Morning Minyan Wednesday, November 14 Morning Minyan Friday, November 16 Early Oneg Kabbalat Shabbat & Birthday Blessings, soloist Susan Coren NOVEMBER SERVICE SCHEDULE Saturday, November 17 5:30 pm Casual Morning Minyan 7:30 pm Shabbat Service and Bar Mitzvah of Zachary Ben-Isvy 9:30 am Wednesday, November 21 10:00 am Morning Minyan Friday, November 23 Early Oneg 6:30 am Kabbalat Shabbat & Anniversary Blessings, soloist Jane Heyman 5:30 pm Saturday, November 24 6:00 pm Casual Morning Minyan Wednesday, November 28 9:30 am Morning Minyan Friday, November 30 6:30 am Early Oneg Kabbalat Shabbat, soloist Bette Rubin 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 9:30 am 10:00 am 6:30 am 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 9:30 am 6:30 am 5:30 pm 6:00 pm