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1 Our 86 th Year APRIL 2017 NISAN/IYAR 5777 Madison Jewish Center SCHEDULE OF SERVICES FOR APRIL 2017 Friday March 31 Candle Lighting Family Service 7:02pm 7:30pm Saturday April 1 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30 am BAR MITZVAH OF SHANE GREEN Weekly Portion: Vayikra Leviticus 1:1-2:16 HAFTARAH Isaiah 43:21-44:23 Friday April 7 Candle Lighting 7:09 pm Family Service 7:30 pm Saturday April 8 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30am SHABBAT HaGADOL RABBI S SERMON Weekly Portion: TZAV Leviticus 6:1-7:30 HAFTARAH: Malachi 3:4-24,23 Monday Evening April 10 FIRST SEDER AT HOME AFTER CANDLE LIGHTING 7:12pm See Passover Schedule on page 16 Sunday Evening April 28 Concluding Days of Pesah begin Friday April 14 Candle Lighting Family Service 7:16 pm 7:30 pm Saturday April 15 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30am SHABBAT HOL HaMOED 2 SIFREI TORAH, SPECIAL *HAFTARAH Torah Reading Exodus 33:12-34:26 MAFTIR: Numbers 28:19-25 *HAFTARAH Ezekiel 37:1-14 Friday April 21 Candle Lighting 7:24 pm Family Service 7:30 pm BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY SHABBAT Saturday April 22 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30 am BIRKAT HaHODESH Weekly Portion: SH MINI Leviticus 9:1-10:11 HAFTARAH 2 Samuel 6:1-7:17 ASK THE RABBI Friday April 28 Candle Lighting Family Service 7:31 pm 7:30 pm Saturday April 29 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30 am Weekly Portion: TAZRIA+MTZORA Leviticus 12:1-13:39 HAFTARAH: 2 Kings 7:3-20 RABBI S QUIZ

2 Page Two Madison Jewish Center MESSAGE ARTICLE APRIL 2017 Rabbi Shae J. Kane D.D. IN PREPARATION FOR PASSOVER The search for hametz is performed the evening before Passover this year on Sunday evening April 9, 2017 by the light of a candle (traditionally) or a flashlight. Before the search begins, distribute token pieces of bread around the house so that the search is successful. (Some wrap the pieces of bread to prevent inadvertent spilling of crumbs.) Brush any hametz found into a wooden spoon using a feather. (Alternatively, collect any wrapped hametz.) The associated b rachah and nullification formula appear at the beginning of the haggadah. 1. Recite the b rachah. 2. Search the darkened rooms by the light of the candle or flashlight. 3. Collect all token pieces of bread and any hametz not designated for sale or consumption in the morning. Hametz may not be eaten after 10:44am Monday April 10, Recite the night (first) formula for nullification of hametz in a language you understand. 5. Set aside the hametz you found until the morning. Bi ur hametz the destruction of and the burning of hametz. We are not allowed to possess hametz after 11:51am Monday April 10, 2017 any remaining hametz in your possession must be destroyed (hametz that has been designated for sale should have been sold before 11:51am on Monday.) The associated nullification formula appears at the beginning of the Haggadah. 1. Do not recite a b rachah. 2. Destroy, traditionally done by burning, the remaining hametz including the hametz found in the search the previous night. 3. Immediately afterward, recite the morning formula for the nullification of hametz in a language you understand. From my family to your families a zesin kasher Pesah!!!

3 madisonjc.org Page Three President s Message April 2017 Greetings everyone. Looking back a moment at March we remember Sisterhood s Torah Fund Brunch, our Shabbat Across America dinner with our MJC Youth Chorus and our Purim festivities featuring a children s carnival and dancing for the adults. It was wonderful to see all the children and adults dressed in costume. We all listened attentively to Cantor Rimer chanting the M gillah. April is dominated by thoughts of Pesach and the gathering of family and friends for our Seders. As always, I will hook you up with a family Seder if you would like. Just call me at if you re interested. Make reservations now for our trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage on Sunday, April 30. Our morning minyanim continue but we sometimes do not have a full complement of at least 10. Each of you can help. I would like to thank our members who regularly attend. Often a person can say Kaddish because we are here. Attending almost always are Rabbi Kane, Marlene and Paul Podell, Ilene Karpas, Marvin Pereira, Michael Sosin, Monique and Richard Ander, and myself. Stephen Epstein comes almost every Thursday. Linda Bell, Steve Bell and Cecile Kops can usually attend if we need a tenth. Ellen and Norman Green, Cantor Rimer and Steve Bell often attend Sundays. Keith Sevransky, Dennies Gajadhar, Burt Bell, David Abels and Burt Siegel come occasionally. If I left you out please let me know. Perhaps you can add your name to this list if you are retired and have the time. It s always good to start the day bright and early. In case you don t know, our long time members Diane and Greg Posniak have moved to Arizona. We will miss their steady presence at Shabbat services, at all meetings, at social events and in the choir. Greg is a past president who lent a dignified and professional manner to the position. This month s spotlight falls on Madison Jewish Center. Most of this history was compiled by past president Dan Bernstein for whom the middle classroom is named. In 1931, 25 families rented a small store on Nostrand Avenue. Starting as a Modern Orthodox congregation Madison Jewish Center joined the Conservative Movement a few years later. A new synagogue was constructed in 1933 with its first spiritual leader, Rabbi Mordicai Simcke engaged in By 1942 about 150 families were affiliated with MJC. A cantor was hired and a volunteer choir added dignity and musical beauty to the services. During World War II the center s doors were open at all hours to serve the needs of the community. By 1949, with a membership of over 200 families and a school with 250 students, a new sanctuary was planned and a cornerstone laid in saw the beginning of Rabbi Joshua Lindenberg s leadership here. Cantor Leslie Rimer was hired in 1974 and has been here ever since. Following Rabbi Lindenberg s retirement in 1979 the Center had a succession of Rabbis with Rabbi Roff, who preceded our present Rabbi, Rabbi Shae Kane, being particularly loved. In 1997 Rabbi Roff suffered a massive heart attack. Over 300 congregants and local politicians attended the funeral in our main sanctuary. Rabbi Kane has been our Rabbi since that time. In 1997 MJC elected its first woman President, Linda Bell, who paved the way for future female presidents. We have been completely egalitarian for many years now. Women are counted in the minyanim, are called up to the Torah, can be a Gabbai and even read from the Torah. The twenty-first century has seen a decline in Conservative Judaism in our area but the spirit and strength of MJC continues to be strong. Shalom.

4 Page Four Madison Jewish Center KIDDUSH FUND SPONSORS Platinum Sponsors Irma and Roy Alexander Bunny and Brian Bender Ellen and Norman Green Randi and Bruce Herman Marla and Matt Hesse Beverly and Seymour Hoffnung. Mady Kiner Marlene and Paul Podell Regular Sponsors Monique and Richard Ander Terri and Joe Harary Ilene Karpas Cecile Kops Andrew Menkes and Ruth Richards Diane and Greg Posniack Judy Posniack Barbara and Barry Stein Rachel, Jay and Sammy Streich Ellen Hamou Harriett and Stephen Cohen Shelli and Ron Feldman Annual Kiddush Sponsors are needed for this year. Please be one of our sponsors. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact: Norman Green (917) emg522@aol.com All contributions to the MJC Message need to be in by the 15 th of the month in order to be placed in the following month s Message.

5 madisonjc.org Page Five THE LATEST FROM SISTERHOOD APRIL 2017 Last month Sisterhood had their annual Torah Fund brunch with guest speaker Lisa Kogen from the Women s League who is known for her book, With Strength and Splendor Jewish Women as Agents of Change. She delivered an outstanding presentation concerning Jewish American women who contributed to society. Many thanks to Marlene Podell who chaired this event, and to Judy Posniack for her assistance as well as to the set up/clean up committee members. On Saturday night March 11 th Sisterhood participated in the annual Purim party with hamentaschen, a children s carnival and music and food for the adults. There was something for everyone and a fun evening. On March 20 th we had a Craft Night with Babs Dobbs, making Miriam s Cups to set upon our seder tables this month. We learned about the history and role of Miriam the Prophetess in the Exodus. We sampled Passover snacks and refreshments in preparation for the upcoming holiday. This month there will be a board meeting on April 24 th,, which will primarily be devoted to preparation for the upcoming FASHION SHOW on May 18 th. Please send in your reservations for the Fashion Show as soon as possible. It is always a wonderful evening: friends and family are welcome!! This is a major fundraiser with proceeds going to support Madison Jewish Center. Join us on this wonderful occasion.. Sisterhood and Social club are arranging for a trip to the Jewish Heritage Museum on Sunday April 30 th. Flyers with detailed information should be in the mail. Cost is only $20 whcih includes admission fee and a guided tour. Lunch and travel arrangements.will be on your own. However, if a ride is needed, please contact Rachel Streich for further questions or details at rkaylie@aol.com. We would like to wish everyone a Happy Passover. Hag Sameah! Harriett Cohen and Shelli Feldman Sisterhood Co-Presidents

6 Page Six Madison Jewish Center MJC SOCIAL CLUB HAPPENINGS APRIL 2017 The annual Purim party was held on Saturday evening, March 11 th. It was well attended. The costumes were great and everyone had a wonderful time. Thank you to all the sponsors who helped to make the evening successful. The Social Club in conjunction with the Sisterhood is planning a trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage on April 30 th. There will be a tour of the three floors of the permanent exhibit. Each floor is dedicated to a different time in Jewish history (before, during, and after the Holocaust). The cost is only $20. Watch for the flyer and make your reservations. The annual trip to Atlantic City is scheduled for Sunday, May 7 th. We will be going to Caesar s. The cost is only $36 including a $20 voucher for slot play. For those who enjoy shopping, the outlets are a short walk away. The Social Club Shabbat is on Saturday, May 13 th. Please try to attend and support the many Social Club members that will be participating in the service. A delicious Kiddish will follow the service. The end of the year party is on June 4 th. This year the honorees are Diane and Greg Posniack. Every member of MJC is also a member of the Social Club. Please take advantage of the many opportunities to spend time with friends. Let s keep MJC as the center of Egalitarian Conservative Judaism in this part of Brooklyn. Check our website (madisonjc.org), watch for flyers, and check the Message for further information. Reservations for all activities can be made through our address (info@madisonjc.org). Have a wonderful and happy Pesah. Ilene Karpas

7 madisonjc.org Page Seven Shalom Parents, I can t believe how fast this school year has flown by. Purim is over and everyone looked so good in their costumes, adults included. Last month we had the Tzivos Hashem matzah bakery come to Madison. This workshop was a lot of fun for all the students and adults who attended. This month we will be celebrating Passover at our Hebrew school by having our annual Model Seder. This month we are also celebrating the Bar Mitzvah of one of our Hebrew school students, Shane Green. Shane is currently in the 7 th grade at Fillmore Academy and doing well in school. We want to wish him Mazal Tov and good luck on his Haftarah. We know he will do a great job! Our annual Miss Chocolate candy sale has ended and we made a modest amount of money, thanks to all of you who always support the P.A. However, we need more parents to support our P.A. otherwise we will not be able to fund Tzivos Hashem workshops or Purim carnivals in the future. We use the profits from our sales to pay for these special events. We are still selling gift cards, including cards for Fairway. You can order online or pick up an order form in the office. Thanks again for your support. Finally we would like to wish everyone a happy and healthy Passover. Melanie Green The Parents Association

8 Page Eight Madison Jewish Center SAVE THE DATE Social Club Sunday, April 30 2:00 pm Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage Sunday, May 7 9:00am Atlantic City Trip Saturday, May 13 9:00am Social Club Shabbat Sisterhood Sunday, April 30 Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage Thursday, May 18 6:30pm Fashion Show Parents Association Saturday, April 1 9:00am Bar Mitzvah of Shane Green Saturday, May 6 9:00am Bar Mitzvah of Ethan Bono Congregation For Passover schedule see page 16 Friday April 23 Sunday, June 11 YOM HASHOAH at East Midwood Jewish Center Journal celebration honoring woman of the year Ilene Karpas and Sheila Goodman on her retirement

9 madisonjc.org Page Nine APRIL 2017 Birthday List 3 Sheila Weissman-Goodman 17 Anthony Allone 4 Mrs. Roberta Harkavy 17 Bonnie Solomon 8 Mrs. Lilian Horn 18 Ronni Ableman 13 Gay Baskin 20 Helaine Packer Anniversary List 3 Marian & Aaron Sloane 6 Sheila & Bert Goodman If we have misspelled a name, left something out, or have failed in any way to properly acknowledge anyone who should have been acknowledged, please forgive us. Please note that some names may not have not been included.

10 Page Ten Madison Jewish Center R FUAH SH LEIMAH PRAYER DONATIONS HAVE BEEN MADE FOR SPEEDY RECOVERY PRAYERS For: Ruth Siegel By: Hannah Dreifus & Family For: Cecile Kops By: Irma & Roy Alexander Monique & Richard Ander Sheila & Bert Goodman Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Steve Bell Bunny & Brian Bender Marlene & Paul Podell Ellen & Norman Green Irina Makarovskaya Judy Posniack Ilene Karpas For: Gail Resnick By: Irma & Roy Alexander Monique & Richard Ander Sheila & Bert Goodman Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Steve Bell Bunny & Brian Bender Marlene & Paul Podell Ellen & Norman Green Judy Posniack Ilene Karpas For: Irma Lifschitz By: Hannah Dreifus & Family Monique and Richard Ander Bunny and Brian Bender Harriett and Stephen Cohen Shelli and Ronald Feldman Teresa and Mario Gottesmann Ellen and Norman Green Terri and Joe Harary Purim Sponsors CONDOLENCES Marlene and Paul Podell Gail Resnick Fran Stein Barbara and Barry Stein To: Maxine & Paul Stachel on the loss of their beloved father Dr. Sheldon Stachel To: Selma Dolgov & Family on the loss of her beloved daughter Ronnie Green IN MEMORIAM We record with sorrow the passing of our esteemed member Dr. Sheldon Stachel May his soul be bound up in the bonds of eternal life Heartfelt sympathy is extended to his family

11 madisonjc.org Page Eleven MEMORIAL FUND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS HAVE BEEN SENT To: Maxine & Paul Stachel A donation has been made in memory of your beloved father Dr. Sheldon Stachel By: Marlene & Paul Podell Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Steve Bell Irma & Roy Alexander Monique & Richard Ander Bunny & Brian Bender Sheila & Bert Goodman Ellen & Norman Green Barbara & Barry Stein Randi & Bruce Herman Diane & Greg Posniack Judy Posniack Edith Novikoff Teresa & Mario Gottesmann Hannah Dreifus & Family To: Norma Cooper A donation has been made in memory of your beloved husband Harry Cooper By: Mona & Glen Ayers Marilyn & Howard Madans To: Meryl Kovins A donation has been made in memory of your dear father Herbert Goldberg By: Harriett & Stephen Cohen To: Selma Dolgov A donation has been made in memory of your beloved daughter Ronnie Green By: Marlene & Paul Podell Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Steve Bell Ellen & Norman Green Monique & Richard Ander Irma & Roy Alexander Bunny & Brian Bender Sheila & Bert Goodman Edith Novikoff Hannah Dreifus & Family To: Ms. Miriam Pappo A donation has been made in memory of your beloved father Raphael Pappo By: Rhonda Besunder.

12 Page Twelve Madison Jewish Center Honor Fund-Mazal Tov & Best Wishes To: Harriett & Stephen Cohen A donation has been made in honor of your wedding anniversary By: Teresa & Mario Gottesmann To: Sheila Goodman A donation has been made in honor of your retirement May you have joy and good health By: Judith Korcz To: Ilene Karpas A donation has been made in honor of your selection as the Woman of the Year! By: Judith Korcz Of To: Josephine Baum A donation has been made in honor of your granddaughter Tina s engagement By: Hannah Dreifus & Family Marlene & Paul Podell Ellen & Norman Green Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Steve Bell Sheila & Bert Goodman Bunny & Brian Bender Irma & Roy Alexander Monique & Richard Ander Edith Novikoff THANK YOU Thank you all for your kind gestures, letters & flowers. I greatly appreciate all of it. Ruth Richards Thank you to everyone for their warm wishes & donations in honor of our wedding anniversary From: Teresa & Mario Gottesmann Many thanks to all at Madison for their get-well wishes and concern Most sincerely, Ruth Siegel Thank you to everyone for their support during a hard time for our family when our beloved daughter and sister passed away. We greatly appreciate it. Selma Dolgov & Sheryl DeSimone

13 madisonjc.org Page Thirteen Shae J. Kane, D.D., Rabbi Leslie Rimer, Cantor Roy Alexander, President Dear Friend: Madison Jewish Center 86 th Anniversary Journal Celebration Sunday, June 11, 2017 February 2017 Journal Committee Chairperson: Ellen Green Members: David Abels Monique Ander Richard Ander Linda Bell Brian Bender Bunny Bender Norman Green Ilene Karpas Irma Lifschitz Howard Madans Marilyn Madans David Newman Marlene Podell Paul Podell Diane Posniack Gregory J. Posniack Judy Posniack Ruth Rosenberg Barbara Stein On Sunday, June 11, 2017, Madison Jewish Center will have its 86 th Annual Journal Celebration. At this year s gala event we will be honoring Woman of the Year Ilene Karpas, and Sheila Weissman-Goodman, our retiring office manager. Ilene Karpas joined Madison Jewish Center in 2009 and has become an integral part of all aspects of Madison Life. She serves on the Ritual Committee, the Journal Committee, the Message Committee and the Administrative Board. She is an officer of Social Club and Sisterhood, attends morning minyanim and serves as a gabbai on Saturdays. Sheila has worked for Madison Jewish Center for the past 34 years. She is an active member of Sisterhood, having served as part of its Presidium from 2004 to 2006 and runs many of its fund raising activities. Sheila has served on both the Congregational Advisory Board and its Administrative Board. She is also involved in many community organizations. If you wish to make a brief presentation to our honorees at this celebration, please let us know as soon as possible. We are enclosing a Journal invitation and an ad blank for your convenience. If you decide to place an ad in our 86 th Anniversary Journal, please return the ad blank with a check payable to Madison Jewish Center by April 3, We look forward to seeing you on June 11 th. If you have any questions, please call the Center office. Sincerely, The Journal Committee 2989 Nostrand Avenue Brooklyn, New York (718) info@madisonjc.org

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16 Page Fourteen Madison Jewish Center MADISON JEWISH CENTER Journal Celebration June 11, 2017 Honoring Ilene Karpas, Woman of the Year and Sheila Goodman, on her Retirement Any combination of ads or listings totaling $350 or more entitles two people to attend this Journal Celebration. This commitment can be made in one of two ways. You can give your personal ad on this form and/or you can solicit ads using the blue ad forms available in the office. Ad copy & payment must be received by April 19, 2017 for inclusion in the journal book. Please circle all applicable lines for your ads and special page listings and indicate if this is a personal ad P, business ad B, or memorial ad M. FULL PAGE ADS PARTIAL PAGE ADS & LISTINGS $1,000 Outside Back Cover $175 Half Page $750 Inside Front Cover $95 Quarter Page $750 Inside Back Cover $500 Platinum Patron $36 Listing for our Honorees * $450 Gold Patron $400 Silver Patron $5 Children s Listing per name ** $350 Full Page $5 Grandchildren s Listing per name *** Kindly print or type your ad(s) below or attach a business card. If more room is required, please attach additional sheets or write on the back of this form. I am enclosing a check for the following amount: $ payable to Madison Jewish Center, 2989 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, New York I am planning to attend: YES NO

17 madisonjc.org Page Fifteen Contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. * Listing for Ilene Karpas Honoree page ($36) * Listing for Sheila Goodman Honoree page ($36) ** Page for children $5.00 per name *** Grandchildren s page $5.00 per name

18 Page Sixteen Madison Jewish Center Madison Jewish Center 2989 Nostrand Avenue Brooklyn, NY Celebrating our 86 th Anniversary Year Facsimile Website: Shae J. Kane D.D., Rabbi Leslie Rimer, Cantor Roy Alexander, President You Are Cordially Invited to Attend Services for Passover Sunday April 9 th **B DIKAT HAMETZ Search for Leaven (after dark) First Day of Passover Begins Monday Evening April 10th FIRST SEDER AT HOME AFTER DARK Candle Lighting 7:12 p.m. Tuesday April 11 th Services :00 a.m. Second Day of Passover Begins Tuesday Evening April 11th SECOND SEDER AT HOME AFTER DARK Candle Lighting 8:21 p.m. Wednesday April 12 th Services :00 a.m. HOL HaMOED SERVICES Thursday April 13 th at 6:45am SHABBAT HOL HaMOED Friday Evening April 14 th - Service 7:30pm - Candle Lighting 7:18 pm Saturday Morning April 15 th - Services 9:00am Sunday April 16th at 8:30am Seventh Day of Passover Begins Sunday Evening April 16 th - Service 7:30 p.m. Candle Lighting - 7:18 p.m. Monday April 17 th Services :00 a.m. Eighth Day of Passover Begins Monday Evening April 17 th - Service 7:30 p.m. Candle Lighting - 8:28 p.m. Tuesday April 18 th Services YIZKOR :00 a.m. ** M CHIRAT HAMETZ The Selling of HAMETZ The Rabbi will be available after MINYAN and on Monday & Wednesday afternoons from 3-6 p.m. for the traditional selling of HAMETZ before Passover. **MA OT HITIM Once again this year, Madison Jewish center will be collecting MA OT HITIM funds so that the poor and elderly can have a joyous Passover. Please help. A separate check should be made payable to The Rabbi s Discretionary Fund and sent to the MJC office before April 10, Rabbi Kane will see to it that your donation is directed accordingly. A Happy and Festive Passover to all.

19 madisonjc.org Page Seventeen PREPARING FOR PESAH-SELLING OF HAMETZ Fill in spaces and mail it so that the Rabbi receives it before the 14 th of Nisan (April 1, 2017). Delegation of Power of Attorney for Sale of Hametz Know ye that I, the undersigned, fully empower and permit Rabbi Kane to act in my place and stead, and in my behalf to sell all Hametz possessed by me (knowingly or unknowingly) as defined by the Torah and Rabbinic Law (e.g. Hametz, doubt of Hametz, and all kinds of Hametz mixtures). Also Hametz that tends to harden and to adhere to the inside surface of pans, pots or cooking and usable utensils, and all kinds of live animals that have been eating Hametz or mixtures thereof. And to leases all places wherein the Hametz owned by me may be found, especially in the premises located at: and elsewhere. Rabbi Kane has the full right to sell and to lease by transactions, as he deems fit and proper for such time which he believes necessary in accordance with all detailed terms and detailed forms as explained in the general authorization contracts. This general authorization is made a part of this agreement. Also do I hereby give said Rabbi Kane full power and authority to appoint a substitute in his stead with full power to sell and to lease as provided herein. The above given power is in conformity with all Torah, Rabbinical regulations and laws, and also in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and of the United States. And to this I hereby affix my signature on this day of Nisan in the year 5777 Signature Address City

20 Page Eighteen Madison Jewish Center YAHRZEIT DONATIONS FOR APRIL 2017 HAVE BEEN MADE BY: David Agler Marilyn Berman Terri Bobrow Harry Cooper Dr. Ronald Diamant Lynn Feldman Norma Fine Fran Futterman Susan Gilbert Betty Goldenkranz Lynn Goldman Arlene Gordon Jeffrey Harris Jack Heller Seymour Hoffnung Beverly Hoffnung Charlotte Howard Mekhel Ioffe Neil Kaufman Miriam Keppler Madeline Kiner Norton Klotz Barbara Kowalski Neil Laskowitz Hal Marcus Ronni Mendelson Nancy Orlando Phyllis Pack Curtis Packer Loretta Packer Deborah Pedowitz David Phillips Paul Podell Sybil Ratner Gail Resnick Beth Rocco Carol Rosenberg Toby Rubinowitz Eileen Sadof Janet Shapiro Richard Urban Myrna Weinberg Ronald Weiss Alex Yakubovich THE MESSAGE Published 11 times a year * July/August * 1 issue Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 2989 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY * info@madisonjc.org Fax: Shae J. Kane D.D....Rabbi Leslie Rimer.....Cantor Roy Alexander...President Sisterhood Presidents Harriett Cohen & Shelli Feldman MJC Social Club President Norman Green P.A. President: Steven Green Message Layout Bruce Herman Editorial Staff Rabbi Shae J. Kane D.D. Monique Ander Ellen Green Ilene Karpas Roy Alexander Bruce Herman Marlene Podell SERVICE SCHEDULE Friday Evening & Erev Yom Tov 7:30 PM Saturday Morning & Yom Tov Morning 9:00 AM Weekday Minyanim (Mon. & Thurs.)...6:45 AM Sunday Morning & Legal Holidays... 8:30 AM If you need a Minyan at any other time, please call the office and we will attempt to assemble one. TEMPLE OFFICE HOURS The Synagogue office will be open Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to 4:00pm, Friday from 9:00am -12 noon We are closed on all Jewish and legal holidays.

21 madisonjc.org Page Nineteen April 2017 A Message to MJC s Congregation and Friends: Spring is finally here. We can finally look forward to planning for summer and a more relaxed pace. Spring is also a time for Madison Jewish Center s Annual Fashion Show. The proceeds benefit its many spiritual and community activities. Many of you are aware MJC has a history of being a community leader for many years. Please consider supporting this event. MJC needs models, attendees, and donors of funds/merchandise to offset the cost of raffle prizes. Please leave a message for Barbara Stein at MJC (718) , if you wish to participate. It truly is a fun and worthwhile event. Sincerely, Barbara Stein

22 Page Twenty Madison Jewish Center Online Gift Cards Are Now Available at M.J.C. through the Parents Association. It is Easy, Fast, and Available all year long! 1. Go to 2. Click on family signup and then click on create an account. 3. Next fill out all the necessary info and set up an account. 4. You will see join a nonprofit. Underneath will be a box marked enrollment code. Enter A3897D and then click on join. 5. Now you will be able to order your gift cards online through M.J.C. 6. All money for gift cards must be checks payable to M.J.C and sent to the office after you order your gift cards online. Please Label the envelope Attention Melanie or Steven Green. 7. For those of you who are not comfortable ordering online we also have a printed list of gift cards that are available and a printed order form. These also get sent to the office with a check payable to M.J.C and marked attention Melanie or Steven Green. No gifts cards will be sent to us unless we send them a check first.

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24 APRIL 2017 NISAN/IYAR 5777 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday March 31 Nisan 4 1 Nisan 5 Services 9am Jr. Congregation 10:30am Candle Lighting 7:02pm Services 7:30pm 2 Nisan 6 3 Nisan 7 4 Nisan 8 Congregation Board Meeting 8pm 5 Nisan 9 6 Nisan 10 7 Nisan 11 Candle Lighting 7:0 9 pm Services 7:30pm 8 Nisan 12 Services 9am Jr. Congregation 10:30am 9 Nisan Nisan 14 1 st Seder Candle Lighting 7:12pm 11 Nisan 15 2 nd Seder 12 Nisan Nisan Nisan 18 Candle Lighting 7:16pm Services 7:30pm 15 Nisan 19 Services 9am Jr. Congregation 10:30am 16 Nisan Nisan Nisan Nisan Nisan Nisan 25 Candle Lighting 7:24pm Services 7:30pm 22 Nisan 26 Services 9am Jr. Congregation 10:30am. 23 Nisan Iyar 4 24 Nisan Nisan 29 Social Club Meeting 7:30 26 Nisan Iyar 1 28 Iyar 2 Candle Lighting 7:31pm Services 7:30pm 29 Iyar 3 Services 9am Jr. Congregation 10:30am.