WISHING THE ENTIRE JCC OF LBI FAMILY

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1 Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island E-Letter September 11, Elul 5775 Our new sign on the Boulevard, just south of the Buccaneer Motel. Thank you to Arnie Galer for making it all possible. WISHING THE ENTIRE JCC OF LBI FAMILY THIS WEEK'S EVENTS 9/11-9/18 A HAPPY AND HEALTHY 5776 Contents A Holiday Message from the Rabbi Kol Hakavod The Week That Was... Upcoming Activities 9/13 Religious School Open House 10 AM - 12 Noon No Mah jongg this week SHABBAT SHALOM & GOOD YOM TOV

2 Raffles Help Needed Community Events Giving Opportunities This Week's Events Service Schedule High Holidays Yahrzeits for Next Week Minyanim Congregation News Religious School Open House Sisterhood Stuff JCC Caps Name Badges Shoprite Gift Cards Text Blast Sign Up Gift Shop Documents & Links A HOLIDAY MESSAGE FROM THE RABBI Candle Lighting Time Friday September 11, :53 PM (So. Ocean County NJ) JOIN US FOR SERVICES FRIDAY EVENING September 11, :00 PM HEALING SERVICE The ark will be opened 8:00 PM Shabbat Service SATURDAY MORNING September 12, :30 AM Torah Reading

3 Prayer is an important part of our Jewish tradition and during the High Holy Days our prayers and our praying become more intense. We pray for many reasons. Sometimes we pray to give thanks. Sometimes we pray to apologize or confess. Sometimes we pray to exclaim wonder. Sometimes we pray to ask for something. The Hebrew word for prayer is "T'fillah". The root for this word literally means "to assess". In its reflexive form it means "to seek consideration, to pray, to plead, and to intercede. According to Stephen M. Brown, in his book "Higher and Higher: Making Jewish Prayer Part of Us", 'For the Jew, prayer is a way of relating to ourselves, our fellows, and to God. Through prayer we consider who we are, and what we should become. We turn to prayer for personal comfort, strength, fellowship, self-expression, selfassessment, and identity." The cycle of the Days of Awe is designed to get us to do an assessment of ourselves and our lives. Only after an intense accounting can we then determine what needs to be done. It is only at this point that we can even begin to know what to pray for. Our recent friend and scholar, Rabbi Richard Hammerman, recently relayed the wise words of a mutual friend of ours. He said that in preparation for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, every Jew should ask himself or herself the following two part question: "What blessing do I really want, and what blessing do I really need, for the New Year". This formulation will help us to focus in on what it important. As we head into Rosh Hashanah I would humbly request that you consider and answer the following question: "What is it that you will most fervently being praying for this year?" I would appreciate your ing your response to mjayrab@gmail.com. Nitzavim (Deuteronomy 29:9-30:20) Here is the portion PARSHA The torah will be read by high school student Aaron Lombardi, our newest torah reader, who has been studying under JCC torah reader Howard Hait. Yasher Koah to both pupil and teacher. Haftorah: Isaiah 61:10-63:9 Here is the Haftorah HAFTORAH FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES BEGIN AT 7:30 PM STARTING ON 9/18 Please help us create a special atmosphere by not using electronic devices (phones, cameras, games etc) in or around the synagogue on Shabbat and Holidays.

4 Please know that, unless you tell me otherwise, while I will do so anonymously, I might refer to your answer in a sermon. ROSH HASHANA SCHEDULE May each of us find 5776 to be a year of multiple blessings of health, peace, joy, and fulfillment. Shana Tovah U'metukah May the New Year be good and sweet Rabbi Michael S. Jay IMPORTANT REMINDER: PLEASE BE SURE TO Join me at 7:00 pm on Friday, September 11, 2015 as we have a special healing service to kick off the New Year. Each person will have a few minutes of private time with me at the ark to talk or to quietly reflect. We started this tradition last year and found it to be quite moving. KOL HAKAVOD CAMPAIGN Please consider being a part of this campaign to supplement the clergy needs of our congregation. This is a separate, voluntary commitment and is additional to our low annual dues obligation. HERE IS THE LINK TO BRING UP THE DONATION FORM KOL HAKAVOD THE WEEK THAT WAS... Another wonderful Shabbat at the JCC as we head towards the High Holidays... Candle Lighting Time Sunday, September 13, :51 PM (So. Ocean County) Sunday, September 13, :30 PM Erev Rosh Hashana Service Candle Lighting Time Monday 14, 2015 after 7:48 PM (So. Ocean County) Monday, September 14, :00 AM Morning Service 11:00 AM Children's Program

5 4:00 PM Family Service 7:30 PM Erev Second Day of Rosh Hashana Service Friday night's dinner celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Sisterhood President Vivian Fitts and her husband Marvin was a huge success, thanks to the vision of Lori Sherry. Thanks to those who set everything up for the evening: Judy Abend, Helyn Benjamin, Jackie Avondoglio, Judy Smith and Marcia Nelson. Tuesday, September 15 9:00 AM Morning Service 11:00 AM Children's Program Taschlich at Spray Beach Yacht Club immediately following service Information about Yom Kippur, Sukkot and Simchat Torah Services can be found on the JCC of LBI web site: As Vivian wrote to a friend a few days after "We are definitely still feeling the love. Still on cloud nine." BREAK FAST Saturday evening a crowd of 60 people came to synagogue for the Selichot Service (and the "make your own sundaes"). Havdallah was very special in the social hall as the lights were dimmed and the youngsters present held the twisted Havdallah candles. An interesting talk by Sharon Hammerman on Jewish women of Europe was followed by Selichot services during which synagogue members changed the torah mantles - including our two new torahs - and a poignant service was led by Rabbis Jay & Hammerman with robust support by our frequent visitor and cantor Zack Rosenberg. A wonderful beginning to the upcoming September 23, 2015 FOLLOWING NEILAH SERVICES $18 per person SEE THIS FOR DETAILS BREAKFAST YAHRZEITS FOR NEXT

6 holidays... WEEK UPCOMING ACTIVITIES These names will be read at services on September 11, 2015 MAH JONGG Wednesdays 12:30-4:00 PM - NO MAH JONGG 9/16 AND 9/23 RAFFLES - ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO SEND IN YOUR TICKETS A reminder to get your raffle tickets to the office for the the drawing at the Break-the-Fast on September 23. Additional tickets can be obtained at the JCC office. HELP NEEDED We could use help Thursday, September 24th at 10:00 AM to take down the chairs in the Social Hall and finish putting up the sukkah. Please contact Mickey Sherry if you can give us a hand: or marcandlori@gmail.com Lucille Jerome Esther Martin* Yetta Zimmer Gussie Ungar Barbara Goldstein Abram Plon Frieda Baker Howard Brody Katie Shrensel* Muriel Nelson Stein Ann Taub Herbert Klosk Martin Reiff* Morris Trieber* Irma Golden* Henry Levitt Muriel Powitz* Thank you to Ron Marr, Richard Morgan, Stan Berman, Oded Cohen and Mickey Sherry for setting up the 348 chairs in the social hall and bringing out the holiday prayer books in preparation for the High Holidays services. COMMUNITY EVENTS

7 CATSKILLS AT MIRAGE presented by the Jewish Cultural Club Saturday, October 3 at 6:00 PM Mirage Ballroom, Barnegat Remembering 9/11. We will be saying Kaddish for the victims of this awful day in our country's history. An evening reminiscing an era of fun, entertainment, and the birth of "Nobody puts baby in the corner" is planned and JCC members are invited to attend. The menu is Kosher style: * Yahrzeit Plaque - These names are lovely enshrined on our synagogue memorial boards. MINYANIM Grilled Salmon $41 pp Beef Brisket with gravy $39 pp 1/2 Roast Chicken with challah stuffing $39 pp Includes: Matzoh Ball Soup, Roasted Potatoes, String Beans Almondine, Kasha Varnishkas and Fruit Salad and Miniature Pastries and Soda, Water, Coffee, Tea. (catered by Short Hills Deli, Cherry Hill, NJ) If you have any questions or concerns, please call Irene Babst (856) See this link for your reservation form: CATSKILLS Harris Weisel, will be coordinating minyanim for those who are sitting shiva or observing a yahrzeit. Please contact the office if you would be interested in being notified if a minyan is needed and will attend when possible or click on this link for CONGREGATION NEWS

8 CONDOLENCES TO Beth Zemble on the passing of her grandmother Gertrude Montague Sunday, October 18th - Monday, November 9, 2015 All films are screened at the Jay & Linda Grunin Center for the Arts - Building 12 Ocean County College College Drive, Toms River, NJ (Parking Lot 2) "May God remember forever our dear ones who have gone to their eternal rest. May they be at one with the One who is life eternal. May the beauty of their lives shine for evermore, and may our lives always bring honor to their memory." LIST OF FILMS "Return of the Violin" - Sunday, Oct. 18, 11:00 am "Above and Beyond" - Sunday, Oct. 18, 4:00 pm "Deli Man" - Sunday, Oct. 1:00 pm "Run Boy Run" - Sunday, Oct. 7:00 pm "Gett" - Sunday, Nov. 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm "Beneath the Helmet" Monday, Nov. 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm SHARE YOUR NEWS CONTACT: rvalen1963@aol.com For information about the films and how to get tickets: see the Federation web site: FILMS FEDERATION ANNUAL MEETING September 17, 2015, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Temple Beth Or 200 Van Zile Rd Brick, NJ CARING COMMITTEE This committee acts as a

9 support system for congregation members facing illness and other personal situations that need to be addressed. Please contact Chairperson, Joy Kern, if you are in need of assistance or if you know of a JCC member that needs our help KYLE DOCTOR, a graduate of our Religious School will receive the Sydney Troy Young Leadership Award, with honorary awards to his parents, Stuart and Dana Doctor that evening. Kyle build, installed and planted the Jewish Federation Community Garden last summer behind the Federation Office. This year, the family returned to tend a plant vegetables and herbs. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES FILM FUND RELIGIOUS SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Sunday, September 13, AM - 12 Noon LET'S BRING THE MOVIES TO THE JCC OF LBI We are very excited about the decision of the Board of Directors to pursue the purchase of audio-visual equipment for the JCC of LBI. This will allow us to show films as well as other educational materials in our building and opens many wonderful opportunities for future programming. Board member Fred Schragger is heading this project. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to cover the cost of the appropriate equipment needed for our facility. Be an angel, a backer, a producer by donating to our JCC of LBI Film Fund. ANGEL CONTRIBUTION: $1,000 BACKER CONTRIBUTION: $500 There will be a holiday arts & crafts project and holiday activities. Registration for returning and new students K - Post Confirmation For details contact Lynn Berkowitz or see this flyer OPEN HOUSE

10 PRODUCER CONTRIBUTION $250 Your gift large or small is much appreciated. Please send your contribution to the JCC office: 2411 Long Beach Blvd., Spray Beach, NJ and mark it Film Fund. YAHRZEIT PLAQUES Space is available for memorial plaques on the yahrzeit boards in the Sanctuary. Here is the order form: NOTE: NEW PAVER FORM 4 x 8 and 12 x 12 are only sizes available TREE OF LIFE (located in the Social Hall) You can purchase a leaf in honor of an occasion or in memory of a loved one. Here is the Tree of Life Form: TREE PAVERS (in front of the Front Entrance) Here is the Paver Form: PAVER NOTE: NEW PAVER FORM Only 4 x 8 and 12 x 12 size pavers are available SISTERHOOD STUFF SHOE BOX RECYCLING We are again collecting gently worn, paired men's, women's and kids shoes that are still reusable and rewearable (no ski boots, ice skates, roller blades, flip flops, crocs or bedroom slippers). Please bring them to the JCC during office hours. "Let's clean up our closets and the environment by recycling our shoes." Contact the JCC office if you have any questions about your donation JCC CAPS FOR SALE JCC INFORMATION THE OFFICE IS LOCATED AT 2411 Long Beach Boulevard (24th Street) Spray Beach, NJ ENTER THE BUILDING DURING OFFICE HOURS Caps are available in the office. $15 each NAME BADGES If you did not order a name tag, we will be putting in

11 THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR. Mailing Address: 2411 Long Beach Blvd. Spray Beach, NJ Telephone: FAX: web site: OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM FRIDAY - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM Office Staff: Leslie Dinkfelt Jeri Riffle Marcie Deutsch another order. Here is the link for the form to order your name tag: BADGES SHOPRITE & ACME GIFT CARDS Shoprite & Acme Gift Cards are available at the JCC Office and at Rona Stein's home in Harvey Cedars ( ) Shoprite gift cards are also available for pick up from Jeri Riffle in Barnegat Use them to buy your groceries and the JCC of LBI will receive a portion the purchase. TEXT BLAST SIGN UP If you would like to receive JCC of LBI reminders and alerts via text message on your cell phone, please contact the office by (jccoflbi@gmail.com) or phone ( ) with your cell phone and provider. We would be alerting you for example that "Services are cancelled" or

12 "Last opportunity to sign up for Community Seder". This information will not be shared and will only be used for JCC purposes. GIFT SHOP Leslie, Marcie & Jeri CONTACT INFORMATION: Rabbi Michael S. Jay Don Pripstein, JCC President Jeri Riffle, JCC VP VIEW THE SEPT /OCT BULLETIN with this link BULLETIN Editor: Rose Valentine rvalen Come visit the JCC gift shop or go to GIFT SHOP and then call the JCC office for help in placing you order. DOCUMENTS AND LINKS JUST CLICK AND YOU'RE THERE!!! SEPT/OCT BULLETIN: BULLETIN WEB SITE: JCC WEB SITE PAVERS: PAVERS TREE OF LIFE TREE SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP CATALOG GIFT JEWISH JOURNAL: JOURNAL YAHRZEIT PLAQUE FORM: PLAQUE

13 KOL HAKAVOD DONATION FORM KOL HAKAVOD "Like" Us on Facebook: Search for Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island and make sure the JCC of LBI: The Place to Be icon shown above shows up or click on this link FACEBOOK or cut and paste: Long-Beach-Island/ ?ref=br_tf SISTERHOOD DUES DUES