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1 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Simchat Torah BJBE Office Closed 9:30am-Simchat Torah/ Shemini Atzeret Service 2 10:00am-Symposium: Opening Panel with Clergy from Religious Leaders United 4:30pm-JLC Tuesday OCTOBER :00am-Morning Minyan 8:00am-Talmud Study 4:30pm-JLC Wednesday 6:30pm-SYG Lounge Night 7:30pm-Exec Board Meeting 4 5 NFTY-CAR Fall OSRUI 7:30pm-Mizmor L Shabbat Service featuring our T filah Band 6 NFTY-CAR Fall OSRUI 9:30am-Kol Shabbat 11:00am-Colwell B/M 11:00am-Torah Study 5:00pm-Ghorbani/ Pflomm B/M 7 NFTY-CAR Fall OSRUI9:30am-JLC Sunday 9:45am-Adult Ed: News, Nosh & (k)nowledge 11:00am-AIPAC North Shore Community Program featuring Aaron David Miller (at Temple Beth El, Northbrook) 12:00pm-Chai School 8 Columbus Day BJBE Office Closed 9 10:00am-Symposium: Besa: The Promise -Learning about the Albanian Muslim Community 4:30pm-JLC Tuesday 10 7:00am-Morning Minyan 8:00am-Talmud Study 4:30pm-JLC Wednesday 7:00pm-Sisterhood Movie Club: Three Identical Strangers 11 7:00pm-Israel Travel for Teens & Young Adults Program 7:15pm-PFLAG meeting 12 7:30pm-Shabbat Service 13 9:30am-Kol Shabbat 11:00am-Evans/Goss B/M 11:00am-Torah Study 11:00am-Gleanings: BJBE Volunteers at the Deerfield Farmer s Market 4:30pm-Family Havdalah 5:00pm-Pomeroy B/M 14 9:30am-JLC Sunday 12:00pm-Chai School 2:00pm-North Shore Jewish Community Candidate Forum 15 12:00pm-Mah Jongg & Canasta 16 10:00am-Symposium: Besa: The Promise -Learning about the Albanian Muslim Community 12:00pm-Sisterhood Afternoon Book Club 4:30pm-JLC Tuesday 5:00pm-BJBE Family Max & Benny s 17 7:00am-Morning Minyan 8:00am-Talmud Study 11:30am-Sisterhood Over 80s Luncheon 4:30pm-JLC Wednesday 6:30pm-SYG Board Meeting 7:30pm-Board Meeting 18 WRJ Midwest Convention 19 WRJ Midwest Convention 5:15-KYG Undernighter 5:15pm-Matzah Ball Oneg 6:00pm-Family Shabbat Service 7:00pm-4th Grade Family Shabbat Dinner 20 WRJ Midwest Convention 9:30am-Kol Shabbat 11:00am-Austin B/M 11:00am-Torah Study 5:00pm-Siegel B/M 21 WRJ Midwest Convention 9:30am-JLC Sunday 12:00pm-Chai School 22 12:00pm-Mah Jongg & Canasta 4:00-7:00pm-Senior Health Insurance Counseling Appointments 23 10:00am-Symposium: Episcopalianism 4:30pm-JLC Tuesday 24 7:00am-Morning Minyan 8:00am-Talmud Study 4:30pm-JLC Wednesday 7:30pm-Sisterhood Board Meeting 7:00pm-Torah on Warehouse SYG Camping Trip 5:30pm-Post Carpool Shabbat Dinner 7:30pm-Mizmor L Shabbat Service featuring Soul Zimra 9:00pm- Pink Oneg 27 SYG Camping Trip 9:30am-Kol Shabbat/ Hinds B/M 11:00am-Torah Study 28 9:00am-Project Nourish 9:30am-JLC Sunday 9:30am-6th Grade Family Justice Expo 12:00pm-Chai School 29 12:00pm-Mah Jongg & Canasta 6:00pm-Sisterhood Membership Appreciation Dinner 30 10:00am-Symposium: Episcopalianism 4:30pm-JLC Tuesday 31 7:00am-Morning Minyan 7:45am-Talmud Study NO JLC WEDNESDAY- Professional Development Note: For the most up-to-date information, please visit:

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3 OCTOBER YOUTH GROUP EVENTS SYG WED 3: LOUNGE NIGHT FRI 5-SUN 7: FALL KALLAH FRI 26: SHUL IN For more event information and to RSVP Raya at KYG FRI 19: UNDERNIGHTER

4 BJBE SISTERHOOD MOVIE DISCUSSION WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 7-9 PM A FAMILY REUNION LIKE NO OTHER Wall Street Journal THREE IDENTICAL STRANGERS HITS THE DOCUMENTARY JACKPOT. CNN NY TIMES CRITIC S PICK WINNER SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL Three strangers are reunited by an astonishing coincidence at age 19 after being born identical triplets, separated at birth. This documentary film is the troubling story of David, Bobby, and Eddy, who each were placed as infants with different adoptive families. The boys grew up in distinctly different environments; they were strategically placed in a blue collar, a middle-class, and a wealthy home by Dr. Peter Neubauer of the Child Development Center, whose goal was to study the boys, and answer the fundamental nature vs. nurture question. Join us for a stimulating discussion about this disturbing real-life story, facilitated by Margot Anderson, MSW. THE FILM WILL NOT BE SHOWN. PLEASE GO SEE IT IN THE THEATERS PRIOR TO THIS EVENT. PLEASE RSVP TO SUSI GOLDSTEIN sue@adglaw.com TRAVEL FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS A youth trip to Israel is a life-changing event; it is an opportunity to immerse teens and young adults in the richness of the land and culture of Israel. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11 TH 7-9 P.M. IN THE BJBE CHAPEL Come and learn about opportunities for 8 th grade- young adults to travel and study in Israel. We encourage parents and students to attend this informative program. Please feel free to invite friends and family members. This program is open to all who are interested. BJBE membership is not required. For further information and to RSVP, please contact Carol Berger, BJBE Israel Chairperson at ponderer4552@sbcglobal.net Invited Israel Travel and Educational Program guests include: Birthright Israel (For young adults 18-34) birthrightisrael.com Ta Am Yisrael (for 8 th grade students) taamyisrael@cfje.org NFTY in Israel (for high school students) nftyisrael@urj.org Alexander Muss High School in Israel URJ Heller High School in Israel hellerhigh@urj.org BJBE Teen Trip to Kolin & Israel (Next trip will be Summer, 2020) CONGREGATION BJBE 1201 Lake Cook Road Deerfield, IL

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7 BJBE Invites you to an Over 80 Luncheon Join us for an entertaining luncheon October 17, 2018 ~ Weds. 11:30 a.m. $7.00 Featuring: Sisterhood Membership Appreciation Dinner Social Action Project Dr. Erwin Barrington ~ Showing photographs of Alaska Cantor Green ~ Speaking about growing up in Alaska RSVP to: Ethel Spiwak ~ hspiwak123@gmail.com or Joan Schor by Weds. Oct. 8, 2018 B NAI JEHOSHUA BETH ELOHIM 1201 LAKE COOK ROAD ~ DEERFIELD, IL 60015

8 BJBE POST CARPOOL CLUB SHABBAT DINNER FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 5:30 PM Join members of the mature BJBE community for a delicious dinner before Shabbat Services. Personalize your dinner table by bringing your own Shabbat candlesticks and kiddush cup. If you are a family that likes to make their own challah, please let me know if you would be willing to prepare about 8 challahs for all attending the dinner to enjoy. Shabbat Services at 7:30 pm will include SOUL ZIMRA, a delightful music ensemble featuring Andy Dennen, Gary Schaffel, and Marcus Newman. Our community will also recognize BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. All are encouraged to wear pink. The Oneg will feature pink treats and information on breast cancer research and support. SHABBAT DINNER RESERVATION FORM Name(s) Phone Address Reserve places at $20.00 per person for BJBE members and places at $25.00 for guests (nonmembers) Dinner choice: CHICKEN FISH Total Enclosed. I/We would like to help with shopping set up _serving. I am willing to bake challahs for this dinner. PINK SHABBAT FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 JOIN US AS OUR COMMUNITY Supports the fighters, Admires the survivors Honors the taken, And never, ever gives up hope We encourage you to wear pink on this evening during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer risks, the value of screening and early detection, and treatment options available to women and men who are diagnosed with one of the many forms of breast cancer. Service at 7:30pm. Oneg immediately following. The Oneg will feature pink treats and information on breast cancer research and support. Sponsored by BJBE SISTERHOOD Special Dietary requests Reservations with your check made out to Congregation BJBE, are due by Friday, October 19. Please send to: Carol Berger, 4552 Lindenwood Lane, Northbrook, IL Questions? Contact Carol at

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10 SISTERHOOD INTEREST SHEET There are many interesting projects that are part of the Sisterhood experience. Please take a moment to check off the projects and areas of interest to you I LOVE TO MEET NEW PEOPLE! (Make new friends and keep the old.) We are planning a new system of mentoring/need a buddy/be a buddy paving the way for new members to more easily connect with Sisterhood. I LOVE TO ENTERTAIN! We enjoy WOMEN S SEDER, SENIOR LUNCHEON, MEMBERSHIP DINNER and many other upcoming programs (INCLUDING POP- UP PROGRAMS). We always need help with planning, hosting, set up and clean up. I AM SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS! We provide BIRTHDAY BAGS to DEERFIELD FOOD PANTRY; CORRESPOND WITH ISRAELI SOLDIERS; collect TOYS and SCHOOL SUPPLIES for JCFS; contribute to the ARK; and we MAKE PILLOWS for cancer patients. All of these, and MANY MORE activities, need your help in many ways. I LOVE TO SELL! We have opportunities to sell at the HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE, GIFT SHOP, RESALE and other events. I D LIKE TO DO A MITZVAH! We present gifts to B NAI MITZVAH and CONFIRMATION STUDENTS; deliver SHABBAT BAGS to new families, help in the CHAVA CENTER AND HEBREW SCHOOLS; we send treats to our COLLEGE STUDENTS; I AM TECH SAVVY! POST IT, SHARE IT, TRENDING We need your help with the Internet and Facebook, as well as data entry and mailings. I AM CREATIVE! Every event needs FLYERS, POSTERS, CENTERPIECES and DECORATIONS. We like to get together and create things for all of our events and we re looking for creative people who can share their ideas. I LOVE TO BAKE AND COOK! Many events during the year need sweets and/or appetizers, including a bake sale at the HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE; I WANT TO BRING MY FAMILY! We have a FAMILY EVENT during the year and our KID S CLUB EVENT for 0-5 year olds. I ENJOY SOCIAL EVENTS! Every Friday night we are the hostesses for ONEG SHABBAT; we have CULTURE CLUB; we have AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB, FILM DISCUSSIONS; we have MAH JONG, CANASTA, BINGO; and we have so much more! I HAVE OTHER TALENTS AND IDEAS I WOULD LIKE TO SHARE: NAME: PHONE:

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14 . BJBE SISTERHOOD PRESENTS YOGA 101 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 TH. 7:30PM at BJBE Our guest presenter is CHERI STEFANELLI Cheri is a Certified Health Education Specialist, Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor with a B.A. in Community Health Education, on staff at the Park Center for Health and Wellness in Glenview No experience necessary! The class will include Gentle Yoga moves for those with limited mobility and easy moves for first timers. Yoga is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines. It s a total mind-body workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation and relaxation. Yoga is not a fad! Join us and learn this ancient method of exercise and mindfulness that has been around for over 5,000 years. Please bring a towel or mat, and wear comfortable clothing. There is no charge, and all are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to BJBE Sisterhood Program Vice President, Gloria Kaiz gloria@kaizs.com To Purchase Tickets: Call the Citadel Box Office at Please state that you are from BJBE. This will allow you to purchase discounted tickets at $20 each (regular price is $38.00). If you need accessible seating, please be sure to advise the ticket agent. BJBE will NOT be handling reservations. If you wish to attend, you must purchase your own tickets. POST CARPOOL CLUB* THEATER TRIP SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 8:00PM Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of this irresistible Andrew Lloyd Webber family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel s favorite son! One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. Meet us at the Citadel Theater. 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest The theater is in the old Lake Forest High School building. It is a small 150 seat theater located at the S.W. corner of Rt. 60 and Waukegan Rd. - just one mile east of the 294 Tollway, and 1/2 mile west of Rt. 41. It is an accessible facility. There are no stairs to enter, and wheelchair seating is available. Feel free to invite family and friends to join us for this performance. Citadel Theatre is located at 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, IL Enjoy a discounted meal before the show at one of Citadel Theatre s restaurant partners: Inovasi 28 E Center Ave, Lake Bluff, IL (847) % off entire bill The Silo 625 Rockland Road, Lake Bluff, IL (847) % off food and nonalcoholic beverages MLG 181 E. Laurel Ave, Lake Forest, IL (847) % off entire bill. *Post Carpool Club events are planned for fun loving mature members and friends of BJBE. Contact Carol Berger at ponderer4552@sbcglobal.net or if you have questions or ideas for future events.

15 AIPAC policy 2019 conference MARCH WASHINGTON, D.C. Join Rabbi Karyn Kedar and fellow members of BJBE in our nation's capital March 24-26, 2019 for the largest annual gathering of America's pro-israel movement. BJBE is participating in a nonpartisan initiative led by the Religious Action Center (RAC) of Reform Judaism to encourage reform Jews across the country to become more active and engaged voters, specifically in the upcoming November election. BJBE s social justice team is working to confirm that 100% of our congregation is registered and committed to vote. You can help us reach this goal by completing the voter pledge card below and returning it to the drop box in the BJBE village center, where there will be additional pledge cards. For parents of young adults between 18 and 22, we re asking you to confirm that your kids are registered (you re welcome to submit a pledge card for them) and let us know if they need assistance with absentee voting. If you would like to help with this effort, please contact Joel Newton (joel74@gmail.com or ) for information and additional resources. Again, this is a completely nonpartisan effort. We do not want to know who you plan to vote for only that you do plan to vote. Every voice must be heard. Expand your experience by also joining us for the pre-conference Shabbaton! The Shabbaton is an educational seminar available exclusively for AIPAC Policy Conference delegates. On Friday and Saturday, March 22-23, 2019, we will host in-depth discussions about the U.S. Israel relationship in a restful and respectful Shabbat environment. Learn More For more information or to register for the conference, please contact Lauren Waldstein at or lwaldstein@aipac.org. $100 off EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT Why Attend? 600 speakers to learn from 535 Congressional appointments to help shape U.S. policy 1 opportunity to make your voice heard $200 off FOR AIPAC CLUB MEMBERS REGISTER TODAY! Be Just. Be Engaged. Vote. Commit to our democratic process. Fill out this card, return it to a pledge card dropbox at BJBE, and receive a reminder close to election day. I pledge to vote in the upcoming election. I am a first time voter. Name: Phone: I pledge to encourage my friends and family to vote. I will be voting at (polling location)* on (date and time). I will get there by (e.g., car, bus). I would like assistance getting to my polling place. I prefer to be reminded to vote by text phone call. * You can look up your polling location at:

16 Congregation B nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim 1201 Lake Cook Road Deerfield, IL where community matters Or Current Occupant Non-profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 269 Skokie, IL Dated Material Save the Date! More information inside. Sunday, October 14 2:00-4:00pm Congregation BJBE 1201 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield