What's Happening at a Glance
- Volunteers needed for High Holiday delivery September 9
- Book club to meet on October 11
- Chicago Festival of Israeli Film outing on November 4
- Shir Hadash Board: At Work for You
- Vacancy on the Board
- Send in your religious school registration forms
- Education Blog
- Outdoor adventure with Rabbi Eitan on September 9; DON'T FORGET YOUR SHOFAR!
- Mandatory madrichim meeting on September 11
- Saturday, September 8: Selichot Eve: Reflection, Study and Friends
- High Holiday Schedule: Erev Rosh Hashanah, September 16; Day 1 Rosh Hashanah, September 17; Kol Nidrei, September 25; Yom Kippur Day, September 26
- High Holiday volunteers needed
- Save the Dates: Sukkot (October 5) and Simchat Torah (October 7)
- Complete your High Holiday forms
- Torah study this Sunday, September 9
- "Generation to Generation"
- Thanks to the community
- Genetic education and screening program for young adults
Membership and Upcoming Events
Our next book club will be held on Thursday October 11, at 7:30 pm at the home of Rebecca Rice, 3641 Bernay, in Northbrook. We will be discussing The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman, a historical fiction at Masada's final stand. For more info please contact Meryl Abensohn at abenkras@aol.com.
Join Shir Hadash members to attend the Chicago Festival of Israeli Film on Sunday, November 4. We are planning to go see “My Australia” as a group event at 6 p.m. M. at Northbrook Court. For more information, please contact Deidre Berkowitz at deidre.berkowitz@gmail.com.
Have you ever wondered who does what around here? We reorganized our Board this summer, and now it’s easy to find out who to contact if you have a question or problem. Visit our website for more information about our Board’s structure, roles, and responsibilities.
We have a seat to fill on our Board’s Sustainability Team, and we need your skills and experience. We are looking for someone to work collaboratively on fundraising, public relations, marketing, and prospective member outreach. For more information, contact Jeff Wallk at president@shir-hadash.org
The membership renewal forms were mailed on June 28 and were due on August 15. Please call Lillian at (847) 498-8218 if you did not receive the forms.
Education Update
First Day of School and Much More
The Shir Hadash office is a busy and crowded place these days. Rabbi Eitan, Lillian, Carole, and Emily are working with committees and volunteers to prepare for High Holidays and the FIRST DAY OF SUNDAY SCHOOL on September 23. There are many youth-oriented Shir Hadash activities in the weeks ahead.
- Sunday, September 9: 6th -12th graders, pre-holiday campfire, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., behind Zion Lutheran Church, 10 Deerfield Road, Deerfield. RSVP to Carole Mostow at youth@shir-hadash.org.
- Tuesday, September 11: Madrichim (teacher assistants) meeting at the office, 7 to 8 p.m., 3340 Dundee Road, Suite 2N4, Northbrook.
- Sunday, September 23: Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.-12:25 p.m., Hellenic American Academy, Deerfield.
- Monday, October 1: Havayah (8th - 12th graders), 6:30 to 8 p.m., LCHS.
- Friday, October 5: Sukkot service, 7:30 to 9 p.m., LCHS. Help us welcome the mystical spirits of biblical leaders Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and others into our sukkah. We’ll also offer a Sukkot art project for all ages. The Education Committee highly recommends you join us for this great service, always a favorite of the children.
- Sunday, October 7: Pizza dinner, Simchat Torah, and Consecration (honoring our new students) service, 5 to 8 p.m., LCHS. Simchat Torah showcases Rabbi Eitan at his very best. The Education Committee highly recommends you join us for this great service, always a favorite of the children. Taffy apples are included in the fun.
Send in Your Religious School Registration Forms
The religious school registration forms were due on July 15. Thanks to all of you who sent your registration forms in; it helps us get a great start on the school year. If you are one of families we are waiting for, please send in the pink forms today. Please call Lillian at (847) 498-8218 if you did not receive the forms.
Teen News
On September 9, sixth through twelfth graders will join Rabbi Eitan for campfire, stories, activities, and a cook-out from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please bring your shofar if you have one! We will meet at the campfire area behind the community garden at the Zion Lutheran Church, 10 Deerfield Road, in Deerfield. Please RSVP asap to youth@shir-hadash.org.
SAVE THE DATE: Mandatory madrichim meeting, Tuesday, September 11, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the synagogue office. You will get all the information for the school year at this meeting. We are starting to make placements and want to accommodate your requests, so please send in your forms. You MUST let Carole Mostow know if you cannot attend by sending her an e-mail at youth@shir-hadash.org.
We have a few projects to work on BEFORE the High Holidays. Watch your e-mail for meeting details.
Creative Worship & Ritual
Join us at 7:30 at Our Lady of the Brook for an evening of reflection, study, and friends. Selichot is a brief Saturday evening service that prepares us for the work of the High Holidays. Its readings and melodies are meditative, reflective and stirring. Selichot is study. We will view an incredible Jewish documentary that explores the musical roots and connections so many have to Polish and Eastern European heritage. Selichot is camaraderie. Bring a special treat to share in our dessert refreshment buffet.
Shir Hadash is offering the following High Holiday services to members and ticket holders: Erev Rosh Hashanah, Sunday, September 16, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Day 1 Rosh Hashanah, Monday, September 17, 9:30 a.m. to noon; Kol Nidrei, Tuesday, September 25, 6:15 to 8: p.m.; Yom Kippur Day, Wednesday, September 26, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
High Holiday Volunteers Needed
We still need some help organizing and executing our High Holiday services. We need help with making calls, setup and takedown, transporting equipment back and forth from the office, and putting badges in envelopes after the Kol Nidre service, so they are ready for the Yom Kippur morning service. Please contact Fred Andes at Fredric.Andes@btlaw.com or call the office at (847) 498-8218 if you can help.
Save the Dates: Sukkot and Simchat Torah
High Holiday forms have been sent out. Please fill them out and return them to the office as soon as possible. You can also find the forms on our website, or call the office if you would like another set mailed to you.
Adult Education
We continue studying Torah this Sunday, September 9, at 10 a.m. at the office. This week's Torah portion contains myriad laws about a variety of topics, perhaps none more mysterious than the discussion about "the family of one whose shoe was removed." Find out what that means—and enjoy the bagels and cream cheese!
The Rabbi's Corner
September 7-8, 2012 / 21 Elul 5772
Shabbat Ki Tavo
Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8 / Haftarah Portion: Isaiah 60:1-22
“Generation to Generation”
Mitzvah
Thanks to all who offered to help with the recent need for a dog sitter for a member who was in the hospital. The Berliant Family took Sophie into their home, and Sandi Schleicher helped with transportation. Todah Rabah!
Community Announcements
Genetic Education and Screening Program for Young Adults
Registration is now open for the Center for Jewish Genetics’ carrier screening programs for young Jewish adults. The Center offers an expanded panel of 18 disorders, including Tay-Sachs disease, Gaucher disease, and Cystic Fibrosis. Join the Center in October or December for a subsidized screening program ($180 per person), which includes an educational presentation, dinner, and screening. These tests usually cost more than $3,000! Pre-registration is required. Please contact Taryn Brickman at TarynBrickman@juf.org or visit www.jewishgenetics.org to learn more.
SHOP Shir Hadash
As we move indoors with the change of seasons, Shop at Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Update your fall look at American Eagle, Claire’s, Dicks, Great Clips, J. Jill, REI, Sports Authority, Target, Ulta, and Walmart/Sam’s. Prepare for entertaining at Bed, Bath, and Beyond, Caputo’s, Dominick’s, Fanny May, Jewel, Garden Fresh, Mariano’s, Sunset, and Whole Foods.
If every family purchases $400 a month in grocery, gas, or other cards, we can earn over $15,000. Shir Hadash believes that an inability to pay should never be a barrier to membership or education. Special consideration is given to our members when circumstances prevent them from meeting any part of their financial commitment. To offset this consideration and to make up the budgetary deficit, the Board is asking that all members consider making a monthly commitment to using shop gift cards. Purchasing SHOP gift cards helps the shul raise much needed funds without spending any more money than you already do for your regular expenses. A complete list of the many gift cards available through this program, along with the percentage the shul earns is available on our website. Orders can be picked up at Sunday school or the Shir Hadash office.
- Singer
- Schlicher
- Zinbarg
- Walmart is offering a savings of 10 cents a gallon on gas purchases made when using a Walmart Gift Card, starting August 31, 2012, until December 23, 2012.
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