WHAT’S HAPPENING AT A GLANCE
Membership News and Upcoming
Events
Saturday! Hanukkah Singalong
Celebration, December 9
Gift
Shop Open this Weekend
More Easy Ways to Help Shir Hadash When You Shop!
Music Showcase Mitzvah Project for Hurricane
Relief, December 10
Book
Club, December 14
Community
Dinner-and-a-Movie Night, December 24
Save the Date! Trivia Night, January 13
Save the Date! New Member Dinner, January
27
Creative Worship and Ritual
Shabbat
Morning Bar Mitzvah Service, Saturday December 9
Oneg
Volunteers Needed -- Sign Up Today
The Rabbi’s Corner
“Doing the Best We Can”
School News
Religious
School, December 10
SAC
Meeting, December 10
Bagel
Bar Help Needed
Adult Education
Brunch,
Lunch and Learn with the Rabbi, Thursdays
Social Action
Final Days! JCFS Toy Drive, Now
Through December 10
Israel Awareness
Did
You Know? Fun Facts About Israel
Save the Date! Israeli
Movie Night, February 10
Ongoing
Fundraisers
Simcha Tree Leaves
Don’t Forget Our
Permanent Restaurant Fundraisers!
Shir Hadash Memorial Wall
Links to Fundraisers: Amazon, iGive, and More
SHOP Shir Hadash
MEMBERSHIP AND UPCOMING EVENTS
Hanukkah
Singalong Celebration, December 9
Get ready for an awesome Hanukkah with a
one-of-a-kind Shir Hadash celebration! Enjoy music from the Mighty Shir Hadash
Klezmer Band, menorah lighting, glow sticks, a gourmet latke cooking demo,
singing, dancing, stories, latkes, and donuts. Games and activities start at
6:15 pm, with the show at 7:00 pm. Bring something to share at our potluck
oneg.
Gift Shop
Open this Weekend
The Shir Hadash Gift Shop will be open on Saturday
night during the Hanukkah Singalong Celebration, and also during Sunday School.
We have lots of wonderful Hanukkah items available – great gifts for everyone!
More Easy Ways to Help Shir Hadash While You Shop!
SHOP Shir Hadash is here to help you share the season of giving by making it easy to get gifts for your friends and family (as well as buy your groceries, gas, restaurant cards). Hundreds of gifts cards are available to make your holiday shopping a snap. There are multiple easy ways to get your gift cards:
- Pick them out in person on Sundays during Religious School
- Send an email to SHOP@shir-hadash.org to place your order, or
- Order online through https://www.shopwithscrip.com/.
For more information about SHOP, go to http://www.shir-hadash.org/shop/.
Music Showcase
Mitzvah Project for Hurricane Relief, December 10
As part of their project for their B’nai Mitzvah,
Shir Hadash students Danny and Sam Simon are helping to raise money for
hurricane victims through a unique and exciting music marathon on Sunday,
December 10. For eight hours (2:00 to 10:00pm) popular local music acts will be
performing at H.O.M.E. Bar, 1227 N. Rand Road in Arlington Heights. Tickets are
$15 in advance, $20 at the door. Stop by to enjoy great music, bid on silent
auction items, and support Danny and Sam’s efforts to help those who have
suffered in this year’s hurricanes. Click here to learn more.
Book Club, December
14
Our next book is the Spertus One Book/One
Community 2017 selection, Windy City
Blues by Renee Rosen. This is historical novel about the Chess brothers and
their instrumental role in supporting the black original artists of the Chicago
Blues movement. We will meet next
Thursday, December 14 at 7:30pm at the home of Sandy Weiss, 2144 Walters
Avenue in Northbrook. Please RSVP to Meryl Abensohn at abenkras@aol.com.
New! Dinner and a Movie Night,
December 24
Come to Shir Hadash for
a fun and social evening! We’ll enjoy delicious Chinese food and watch the
delightful comedy Keeping the Faith, starring Ben Stiller, Edward Norton, and Jenna Elfman.
We’ll also have a kids movie playing in the youth lounge for the younger set.
$15 per person for adults, $10 for children. Click here to RSVP.
Save the Date! Trivia Night, January 13
Get ready for our second
annual Trivia Night, an evening of fun, challenge, and great prizes! $10 per
person, with all proceeds supporting the Samuel I. Andes Scholarship Fund. Click here for complete details.
Save the Date! New Member Dinner, January 27
Mark your calendar
for the annual Shir Hadash New Member Dinner, January 27 at 6:00pm. All new
members are invited to be our guests. We also encourage the Sponsors of the
Gift of Membership families and all other current members to join us. Watch for
more details coming soon.
CREATIVE WORSHIP AND RITUAL
Shabbat
Morning Bar Mitzvah Service, Saturday December 9, 9:30am
We welcome Dylan Goldin to the bima as Bar
Mitzvah.
Oneg
Volunteers Needed for Services
Sign up to help as an oneg volunteer for one
of our upcoming services. It's easy: just click here to
pick a date, bring a challah, and show up.!
You'll receive a reminder email the week before with more details. For more
information, contact Sean Fisher-Rohde at oneg@shir-hadash.org.
THE RABBI’S CORNER
December
8-9, 2017 / 21 Kislev 5778 / Shabbat Vayeshev
Torah
Reading: Genesis 37:1-40:23 / Haftarah Reading: Amos 2:6-3:8
“Doing the Best We Can Do”
Dear Friends,
Consider how seemingly minor acts can make all
the difference in the world. In this week’s Torah portion, Joseph’s brothers
are whipped up into a frenzy against him. They are jealous that their father
Jacob gave the striped Coat of Many Colors to Joseph. They are resentful that
Joseph has dreams of grandeur to rule over his brothers – and then shares these
dreams. They are offended and indignant that Jacob has sent Joseph to report
back to him about his brothers and the flocks they are tending. Thus, enraged,
they plot to kill him. Yet, Reuben convinces them to throw Joseph in a pit,
hoping to rescue him later. Judah convinces them to sell Joseph to caravan
traders, expecting to free him later.
Ultimately, Joseph’s life is saved.
The rest of the story we all know. Even though
his brothers never rescue him, Joseph becomes a great leader in Egypt and
eventually saves the lives of his brothers, their families, and the entire
Israelite people in a time of prolonged drought.
The Torah’s message is clear. Each of us are
called from time to time to intervene in a difficult situation. The solution is
rarely clear and there are often many options. Nevertheless, in every
situation, we must do our best – for the sake of blessing, abundance, and life
itself. Hopefully, what may be minor acts actually make all the difference in
the world.
Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Eitan Weiner-Kaplow
To enjoy
past entries of the Rabbi's Corner, please
visit our website.
SCHOOL NEWS
Religious School, December 10
We
look forward to seeing all our students at school this Sunday at 9:15am. Want to learn more about the Religious School
programs? Contact Geoff at 847-498-8218
or Geoff@shir-hadash.org.
School
Advisory Committee Meeting, December 10
The School Advisory Committee (SAC) meets this
Sunday to discuss how religious school has gone so far this year and to discuss
upcoming plans. We will meet in the
annex conference room 9:30 to 11:00am.
Sunday Morning Bagel Bar Help
Needed
We
all enjoy the delicious bagels at Sunday school, graciously donated by Tammy
Pomper. Now we need some volunteers to pitch in with set-up and clean-up.
Helpers would need to arrive around 8:15am to make coffee and set out bagels. If we get lots of helpers, it won't be much of a time commitment for anyone.
Please contact Glenn Graff, nflsunday1966@gmail.com, or Tammy Pomper,
tammy.g.pomper@gmail.com, to learn more.
ADULT EDUCATION
Living Judaism:
Introduction to Jewish Spirituality & Civilization, Sundays
Sundays, 11:15 am to
12:25 pm on Dec 10, 2017. Jan 14, 21, 28; Feb 11; March 11, 18; April 15, 22,
29, 2018.
Instructor: Rabbi Eitan Weiner-Kaplow
A survey of essential and fundamental concepts of Judaism
- its roots, history, sacred texts, holidays, and life cycle celebration. This class offers a great opportunity to
learn what Judaism offers us to live, learn, celebrate and relate to life’s
challenges in a Jewish way, today! This
class is for everyone – from those with no Jewish background to those with a
strong Jewish background, and all in between.
Brunch
& Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Eitan Weiner-Kaplow
Our Lunch & Learn program is evolving!
Join Rabbi Eitan and Shir Hadash members and friends for a refreshing and
contemporary exploration of the weekly Torah portion, a selected book of the
Bible, or a contemporary work of Jewish wisdom.
Don’t be surprised if archaeology, sociology, contemporary world affairs
as well as law, medicine, and business ethics enter the lively conversation as
we plumb the deeper meanings of Judaism’s core text. Participants are encouraged to share their
views, questions, and opinions.
Check out our new schedule:
First and Third Thursdays, 1:00
to 2:00pm – Lunch & Learn at the Synagogue
●
Upcoming Dates: Dec 7 & 21, 2017; Jan 4 & 18, Feb 1
& 15, March 1 & 15, April 5 & 19, May 3 & 17, 2018
Second Thursdays, 10:00-11:0am - Brunch &
Learn at the Continental Restaurant (788 S. Buffalo Grove Road in Buffalo Grove
– next to Garden Fresh on the corner of Dundee of Buffalo Grove Road Note:
Everyone orders and pays separately for food and drink.
●
Upcoming Dates: Dec 14, 2017; Jan 11, Feb 8, March 8, April
12, May 10, 2018
SOCIAL
ACTION
Final Days! Support the JCFS Toy Drive, Now Through December 10
Help brighten a child's holiday by
donating an unwrapped toy or gift card. Collection bins will be in the lobby
through December 10th. There still are many children who won't receive any
gifts this holiday season unless we receive more donations.
Donations for all ages are welcomed.
Please no toys associated with violence or needing batteries. Even basics like
socks and lip balm are greatly appreciated.
Click here for more information. Contact Lisa Burton Radzely at lisashsa@gmail.com if you have questions.
ISRAEL
AWARENESS
Did You Know? Fun
Facts about Israel
- · Motorola developed the cell phone in Israel.
- · Voicemail technology was developed in Israel.
- · The first antivirus software for computers was created in Israel in 1979.
- · Israel is one of only nine countries in the world that can launch its own satellites into space.
- · AOL Instant Messaging was designed by an Israeli software company.
Save the Date! Israeli Film Series, February 10
The Israel Committee had
a wonderful turnout on Saturday evening for its second film showing, the award-winning
Israeli movie “Footnote”. Mark your calendar for February 10 for the next movie
showing. If you have suggestions for a good movie, please send them to
bkopulsk@chicagobooth.edu.
ONGOING FUNDRAISERS
Simcha Tree Leaves Available for Purchase
Our Tree of Joy—a Simcha Tree—is situated in our Community
Room to remind us of all the joys of our lives. The leaves come in copper,
silver, and gold. Each leaf marks a lasting memory of a joyous simcha in the lives of members of Shir
Hadash. We invite you to add your loved
ones’ simchas to our Tree and share your nachas
with our congregation or just add your loved ones’ names out of love.
Leaves can be purchased
to mark your special family or individual accomplishments. Click here to see additional information and make your purchase.
Don’t Forget Our Permanent Restaurant Fundraisers!
The Continental
Restaurant in Buffalo Grove or Butterfield’s Restaurant in Northbrook 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.
Shir
Hadash Memorial Wall
Having a Memorial Plaque for a loved one in
Shir Hadash’s Memorial Wall ensures that Yahrzeit will be observed for them in
perpetuity by our congregation.The cost for a plaque is $360. Many congregants
prepay and reserve plaques.You may register for the plaque(s) through our website, or request a paper order
form by calling the office (847-498-8218),
Fundraiser
Information Now Available on Shul Cloud
You can help Shir Hadash at no extra cost to
you by taking advantage of a variety of ongoing fundraisers, including iGive,
Amazon Smile, and more. For complete details, click here.
SHOP SHIR HADASH
Hanukkah’s Coming: Get SHOPping!
SHOP is 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. Orders can be picked up in the Shir Hadash office. For more information,
email Michelle at SHOP@shir-hadash.org.
Thank you for supporting Shir Hadash with your
SHOP purchases!
To view past editions of the Newsletter, please
visit our
website.
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