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What’s Happening at a Glance
Membership News and Upcoming Events
- Annual Meeting, May 18
- New: Mah Jongg at Shir Hadash, May 6
- New: Program for Grandparents in Interfaith Families
- New: Prospective Member Meet and Greet, May 8
- Book Club, May 1 -- Tonight!
- Samuel I. Andes Scholarship Fund
- Save the Date: JUF Fundraising Brunch, June 1
- Permanent Restaurant Fundraisers: The Continental and Butterfield’s
Creative Worship and Ritual
- Tot Shabbat, Friday, May 2, 6:15pm
- Shabbat Evening Service, Friday, May 2, 7:30pm
Volunteer Opportunities
- Spring Landscape Clean-Up, May 4
- Mitzvah Project: Pet Food/Toy Collection for Humane Society
The Rabbi’s Corner
- “Israel: A Miracle in our Time”
Music Notes
- Lahaka Adult Choir
- “Frozen” in Hebrew
Education
- Tot Shabbat, Friday, May 2, 6:15pm
- Shabbat Evening Service, Friday, May 2, 7:30pm
Teen News
- Shir Hadash Ra’am BBYO Announcements: Social Events, Meetings and More
Adult Ed
- Crash Course in Basic Judaism
- Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Eitan
- Sunday Morning Adult Ed Classes
Community Events
- JCFS Response Groups for LGBTQ Youth and Family
Wellness Section
- This Week’s Wellness Tip
SHOP Shir Hadash
Membership and Upcoming Events
Shir Hadash Annual Meeting, May 18
The Shir
Hadash 2014 annual meeting will be held on Sunday, May 18 at 9:30- to 11:30, in
the synagogue sanctuary. (Since that is also the last day of Religious School
for the year, the meeting will be followed at 11:30 by the annual School
Assembly.) We will have a very full
agenda, including:
- Budget & Two-Year Plan Updates
- Land Sale Update
- Plans & Goals for Next Year
- Board Nominees’ Presentations
- Voting on Board Positions & Budget
Please plan
to attend this important meeting of our entire community.
New: Mah
Jongg at Shir Hadash, May 6
Who wants to
play Mah Jongg? A Shir Hadash mah jongg
group will have its first organizational meeting and game on Tuesday, May 6 at
11:00 am in the Shir Hadash kitchen.
Players at all levels are welcome; if you are interested but don't know
the game, come and we will teach you! It
is expected that the group will meet on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 11:00 -
2:00. Bring mah jongg sets and 2014 mah jongg
cards if you have them, extra cards would be appreciated for our
beginners. For more information contact
Wendy Stein, runhusky@aol.com.
New: Lunch
& Learn Program for Grandparents in Interfaith Families
Four Tuesdays in May, 11:30 to 1:00 at Shir
Hadash
Shir Hadash is excited to offer a new program for
grandparents of children in interfaith families. We will welcome Rabbi Ari Moffic, Director of
Interfaith Family/Chicago, for a four-part series entitled “GIFTS - Gratitude,
Inspiration, Family, Tzedakah and Service.” These 90-minute lunch & learn
sessions address the challenges and successes of grandparenting and supporting
children and grandchildren in interfaith families.
Click here
to view the program flyer on our website. For more
information, call 847 498 8218
New: Prospective Members Meet-and-Greet Coffee,
May 8
Help Shir
Hadash grow! The best way for Shir Hadash to grow is when friends tell friends
what a wonderful synagogue we have. Shir Hadash will be hosting a prospective
members' coffee on May 8 at 7 pm in Wheeling at the home of Kelly and Brian
Aron. If you know families who may be interested in learning more about Shir
Hadash, please let us know so that we can extend an invitation.
If you would
like to host a coffee on either May 22 or June 5 for your friends who are
looking for a spiritual home , please let us know. The membership committee
will provide the refreshments and attend to set-up and clean-up; you provide a
venue and a guest list. Help us spread
the word about Shir Hadash!
Shir Hadash
will be hosting our first ever JUF fundraising event on Sunday, June 1, at 10
am .The JUF funds a vital network of agencies that do the important work of
caring for people in need around the world and here in Chicagoland, and also of
nurturing the Jewish community. Our guest speaker will be David Rubovits,
Senior Vice President of Planning and Allocations for the JUF/Jewish Federation
of Metropolitan Chicago. Please mark your calendars and spend an hour with us enjoying
brunch and supporting a vital part of the Jewish community. For more
information, contact Rachel Schick-Siegel, rschicksiegel@comcast.net
Book Club, TONIGHT, May 1
Book Club
meets Thursday, May 1 to discuss Unorthodox:
The Scandalous Rejection of my Hasidic Roots, by Deborah Feldman. Everyone
is invited to join us at the Zwick family home, 385 Castlewood Lane in
Deerfield. For more information, contact Meryl Abensohn at abenkras@aol.com.
Scholarship Fund
We are
grateful to the following donors who have contributed to the Samuel I. Andes
Scholarship Fund, a need-based fund for children whose families cannot afford
to pay for their Jewish education at Shir Hadash. Melanie and Fred Andes have
created this fund in memory of Fred’s great-uncle Samuel I. Andes, who was a
staunch advocate of education, both religious and secular, and have graciously
offered to match all donations to the fund up to $11,000.00. Be part of this exciting initiative! Click
here http://sh.shulcloud.com/samuel-i-andes-scholarship-fund.htmlto
donate online or mail your check to made out to Shir Hadash with “Scholarship”
written in the memo line.
Many thanks to the following individuals who
have already contributed to the Scholarship Fund:
- Lise and Sandi Schleicher
- Luba Rothblatt
- Dawn and Eitan Weiner-Kaplow
- Rachel and Rick Siegel
- Andrea Idelman
- Phyllis Levun-Agostino
- Chantal and Glenn Graff
- Emily Ascher
- Lillian Zoloto
- Irving Chesleter
- Suzanne & Ken Wexler
- Gloria Kaplan
Hungry Before or After Religious School (or
Anytime)?
The
Continental Restaurant in Buffalo Grove or Butterfields Restaurant in
Northbrook permanently will donate 5% of your total bill to Shir Hadash! No
flyer needed – just mention Shir Hadash when you are paying or fill out the
Shir Hadash book behind the desk. A
great way to start or end Religious school!
Creative Worship and Ritual
Shabbat Services, Friday, May 2
- Tot Shabbat, 6:15 pm – For families with children ages six and younger: Rabbi Eitan Weiner-Kaplow and Children’s Service Leader Lauren Shook conduct an engaging service with singing, dancing, a Torah parade, challah, grape juice, and fun!
- Shabbat Service, 7:30pm -- Shabbat Emor
“Celebrating Israel’s Independence: Shir Hadash Members Share their Stories of Israel”There are many ways to experience the real Israel – through a visit, a movie, a book, and even a great story. Join us for a Shabbat evening service infused with real personal stories of the Land of Israel as told by your fellow Shir Hadash members. Some will be funny, some unusual, and some will move us to tears. Come discover that indeed “Israel is Real.”
Volunteer Opportunities
Spring Landscape Cleanup, May 4
Please join
us to get the outside of the building looking great for summer! Volunteers will
help with weeding, pruning, transporting mulch, and clean-up of garden beds. No
previous gardening experience is necessary, and children are welcome. Join us
this Sunday, May 4, from 9:15am to 12:15pm.
Some
equipment will be provided. Additional garden tools such as gloves, edgers, pruning shears, wheelbarrows, etc. are welcome! For more information, contact
Rachel Siegel, rschicksiegel@gmail.com, 847-528-8476.
Mitzvah Project - Help the Animals
Julia Kessel
is collecting food and pet toys for the Humane Society as her mitzvah project
for her May 31 Bat Mitzvah. She is collecting for cats and dogs, and any food
or toys would be a big help. If you can
contribute food or toys, please put them in box in the Synagogue lobby. Thank
you!
The Rabbi’s Corner
May 2-3,
2014 / 3 Iyar 5774
Shabbat Emor
Torah:
Leviticus 21:1 - 24:23 / Haftarah: Ezekiel 44:15 - 44:31
“Israel: A
Miracle in Our Time”
“Ze ha-yom
asah Adonai, nagila ve-nismeha vo - This is a day the Eternal has created; let
us rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalms 118:24)”
Dear
Friends,
In a few
days we will celebrate Israel’s 66th Independence Day – a miracle in our time.
Thinking
back, I remember the moment in my life when I first understood the importance
and miracle of Israel. Without a doubt,
it was July 4th, 1976. America was
marking its bicentennial; Israel had just celebrated 28 years of independence
and I had arrived in Jerusalem for a high school summer program. A week before, an Air France jet had been
hijacked by Palestinian terrorists and flown to Entebbe, Uganda. Jews and Israelis were taken prisoner and
non-Jews were released in an Auschwitz style ‘selection.’ A hostage standoff ensued as the world
watched and waited….
Music Notes – News and Ideas from our Music Director
Lahaka (Adult Choir)
Come Join Us - We're Already
Looking Forward to High Holidays!
Our adult
choir, Lahaka is meeting regularly on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month
at 7:30pm. If you like to sing and be part of a warm, friendly, fun-loving
group, come join us! Be on the lookout for information on our summer and High
Holidays rehearsal schedule. We are starting to learn new and review old
repertoire for High Holidays, so come join us in May as we begin our work to
prepare for a meaningful musical Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. For more
information contact Adrian Durlester, music.director@shir-hadash.org
“Frozen” in Hebrew
If your kids
(or you) are still obsessed with "Frozen", check out this page with
links to the entire Hebrew soundtrack versions of the songs from the movie.
Education
Visit the Education Director’s Blog
Education
Director Emily Ascher’s blog has news about everything happening at Shir Hadash
Religious School. Click here to see it.
Yom HaShoah Service Recap
Teen News
Ra'am BBYO is Official!
At the Great
Midwest Region (GMR) Spring Convention, Ra'am BBYO was officially welcomed to
the GMR fold - now known as Ra'am BBYO chapter #5399. Nine chapter members attended the convention
which was held at the Westin in Wheeling. Over 150 teens gathered to spend
Shabbat together, hear reports from the regional board, say farewell to
graduating seniors and plan for the year ahead. Whether working as a chapter or
with the greater membership, our teens had a fantastic experience. The weekend
included a spirited Havdalah service followed by a dance & light show.
During the concluding banquet on Sunday, the new regional board was installed
and our chapter received a shout out for the amazing first year we had, which
included hosting Global Shabbat and taking second place at Invite
Convention! Ra'am looks forward to
another outstanding year with BBYO.
The Ra’am
BBYO Chapter Board’s next meeting is TONIGHT, Thursday, May 1 at 7:00pm at Shir
Hadash. Please send agenda items to Alyssa by Monday.
GMR J-Serve 2014, May 4
All 7th-12th
graders are invited to participate in GMR’s annual J-Serve event on Sunday, May
4 from 1:00 to 5:00. Over 400 teens from all around Chicago will meet at the
Northern Illinois Food Bank in Geneva for inspirational presentations, hands-on
volunteering, and teen-led planning sessions to help alleviate hunger in
Illinois. All participants must bring at least two canned food items to donate.
Bus transportation is available from several locations at noon; click here for more details or contact Carole ASAP for info.
Stand Up Event for Ra’am BBYO, May 18
Chapter
members and friends: join us for a fun program to spread the awareness of
inclusion. Learn the importance of accepting other and being kind in everyday
life. Meet at Shir Hadash on May 18 from 7:00-8:30pm.
Havdalah & DANCE with Ra’am & Shabak BBYO, May 10 at
Temple Beth El in Northbrook:
All 8th to 12th graders are
invited to a great regional program. Shir Hadash Ra'am teens will lead
Havdalah at 7:00 followed by a super fun dance with 2 DJs including a sound and
lighting spectacle. The evening runs from 7:00 to 10:00pm. You don't need to
belong to BBYO to attend this event, which is co-sponsored by Ra'am and Shabak
chapters. $5.00 admission, payable at the door. See you there!
Adult Education
NEW! Crash Course in Basic Judaism
Monday evenings (5/26 and 6/9), 8:00 to 9:30 p.m.
Taught by
Rabbi Eitan Weiner-Kaplow
There are
two more sessions still to come in the Rabbi’s crash course, exploring topics
like Belief in God, Prayer, The Shabbat, Jewish Observance and Sexuality.
Participants will learn the basics of Judaism and receive a free copy of the
Companion Guide chock-full of thought-provoking, extra-curricular reading to
enhance their understanding and appreciation of the depth and breadth of
Judaism. This program is presented in conjunction with the National Jewish
Outreach Project. All are welcome: members and non-members, Jews and non-Jews,
family and friends. Click here to view our program flyer.
Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Eitan
Weiner-Kaplow
Join Shir
Hadash members and friends for a refreshing and contemporary exploration of the
weekly Torah portion. This informal
group meets on Thursdays from noon to 1:00 in the Shir Hadash Kitchen/Café. All
are welcome.
Sunday Morning Adult Ed
Join us for
Torah and Philosophy at 9:45 with Fred Andes, followed by Hebrew Reading at
10:45 with Steve Lewin. For more information, contact Fred Andes, frederic.andes@btlaw.com.
Community Events
JCYS Response Groups – “Alliance” begins June 24
Response, an
agency of JCFS, offers programs for LGBTQ teens and their families. All
programs are located at the Response office, 9304 N. Skokie Blvd in Skokie.This
summer, Response will be running a new group called Alliance for LGBTQ high
school students and allies. There will be discussions, activities, and movies
all related to LGBTQ issues, plus snacks and time to meet new people from other
schools. Meetings will be Tuesdays beginning June 24 from 4:00 to 5:30pm at
Response. The program is free and drop-ins are welcome throughout summer. For
more info or to RSVP, email RachelMarro@jcfs.org or call (224) 625-2946.
Wellness Section
Wellness Tip of the Week: Veggies for
Snacks
We all know
that vegetables are good for us, but how do we get our kids to eat them when
they are bombarded with sugary snacks, chips and soda? How about this: slice up
raw veggies and leave them on the counter with a low-cal dressing for a dip.
Perfect after school snack! If it is easy and right in front of them, they will
eat it!
Many thanks to SH member Jennifer Dumrauf
for her wellness tips. Watch future issues for more great ideas!
SHOP Shir Hadash
Spring into SHOP!
SHOP is our
congregation’s ongoing fundraiser – and the easiest way to support the shul
without spending an extra dime! Purchase gift cards through SHOP and the
vendors pay a percentage back to Shir Hadash. SHOP orders of at least $400 are now payable by
credit card, as well as annual SHOP orders. Orders can be picked up at the
synagogue office or at Sunday school.
Mother’s Day Special from Panera Bread and FTD.com
Order $50 in
Panera Bread ScripNow cards by May 11 and you’ll receive an email from ShopWithScrip
with a special link to receive $10 off almost everything at FTD.com.
Thank-Scrip-ing Day on May 12 features big rebates on
ScripNow products only.
For 24 hours you
can earn some of the highest rebates ever offered from popular ScripoNow
retialers, and you’ll be able to order and print eCards minutes before heading
out the door when you’re set up to pay online with PrestoPay. The list of
retailers will be released at midnight when it starts! To participate, you just
need a ShopWIth Scrip Accoutn and you must be able to login to place online
orders. Think about signing up for PrestoPay, ShopWithScrip’s online payment
system, if you haven’t already. Please note: PrestoPay requires 2-5 business
days to verify new accounts.
New Retailer: Golf Galaxy
Bonus Contributions Now Available:
1-800 Flowers –
3% through May 2
AMC Theatres – 5%
through May 9
American Eagle
Outfitters – 2% through April 25
Bath & Body
Works – 5% through May 2
Bed Bath &
Beyond – 1% through May 9
BonTon – 2%
through May 2
Boscov’s – 2%
through May 2
Dell – 2% through
May 9
Home Depot – 1%
through May 2
iTunes – 5%
through May 2
JC Penney – 3%
through May 2
Landry’s – 3%
through May 2
Logan’s Roadhouse
– 2% through May 2
Regis Salon – 2%
through May 2
Sally – 1%
through May 2:
Spafinder – 2%
through May 9
Stage – 3%
through May 9
Staples – 5%
through May 9
Bonuses Starting May 3:
Athleta – 2%
through May 9
Banana Republic –
2% through May 9
Boston Market –
2% through May 16
Cabela’s – 1%
through May 16
Gap – 2% through
May 9
LL Bean – 2%
through May 16
Old Navy – 2%
through May 9
Piperlime – 2%
through May 9
Restaurant.com –
15% through May 23
New Small
Denomination Cards - Limited Time Only!
Through May 23,
or while supplies last, the following plastic gift cards will be available:
AMC Theatres® $10
Amazon.com Gift
Card $10
Barnes &
Noble $5
CVS/pharmacy $10
Pizza Hut $5
Panera Bread® $5
Regal
Entertainment Group $10
Target $10
Starbucks $5
Teacher Card
Walmart $10
New: $20 Starbucks “Happy Father’s Day” cards available May 3 to
June 13 or while supplies last.
Thanks to the
following families for participating in SHOP this week:
- Zinbarg
- Schleicher
- Herbin
- Weiner-Kaplow
- F. Farahmandpour
- G. Graff
- Fisher
- Rice
- Idelman
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