January 9, 2025 | Tevet 9 5785 | |
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Friday, January 10
Shacharit, 7:00am
Candle Lighting, 4:15pm
Minchah & Kabbalat Shabbat, 4:00pm
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Shabbat, January 11
Parshat Vayechi
Beit Midrash, 9:30am
Shabbat Tefillot, 10:00am
Mincha/Maariv, 4:20pm
Havdalah, 5:23pm
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January 10 is this year also Tevet 10, a fast day marking the beginning of the siege that eventually led to the fall of ancient Jerusalem. It is the first in a series of three fast days all commemorating the tragedy of almost 2,000 years ago.
The fast begins at 5:50am, and concludes at 5:15pm. Shacharit will be at 7:00am, and Minchah will be at 4:00pm. Our goal is for all Friday evening attendees to be home for a timely Shabbat dinner.
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Shabbat Children's Programming
No Tot Shabbat
Shabbat Learning: 11:00am (Ages 7+)
Babysitting: 10:30am-12:30pm
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Weekly Davening
Shacharit: 8:30am Sunday
7:00am Mon-Fri
Mincha/Maariv: 4:25pm Sun-Thurs
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Kiddush Contributors and Sponsors | Gary and Melissa Zachariah | | | |
Beth David News & Announcements | | |
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Mark Your Calendars -
Friday, March 7
"Shabbat Across America"
5:30pm - Candles and Tefilot
6:30pm - Shabbat Dinner and Program
Watch for details and registration
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Yahrzeits
Diane Abrams, grandmother of Ben Abrams
David Crane, uncle of Franklin Hurwitz
Michael Freilich, son of Sharon and Michael Freilich and brother of Eli Freilich
Ray Jones aunt of Glenn Yaffa
George Lesley, grandfather of Alyssa Norwood
Reginna Brenner , mother of Bruce Brenner
Liliya Shestopal mother of Polina Melamud
Itzchok Spector, grandfather of Civi Hoffman
Norma Taslitt, brother of Dorothy Cohen
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Thank You to Our Donors
Karina and Matt Gitman
Bella and Mikhail Klebanov
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Happy Birthday!
Mikhail Klebanov, 1/10
Erez Bittan 1/10
Daniel Book, 1/12
Steven Chatinover, 1/14
Daniel Saxon, 1/16
Lindsay Isaacson, 1/16
Happy Anniversary!
Nancy and Roger Nawy 1/15
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Jewish Scouting in West Hartford!
Calling all girl and boy scouts!
West Hartford will soon have a new Jewish Scout troop, open to boys and girls in grades 5-12!
Interested in participating or volunteering?
Please contact Heather Bohn at 201-417-9400 or heaalp@yahoo.com
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Beth David Events & Programs | | | |
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Parsha of the Week with Rabbi Adler | |
Every Wednesday, 7:45am-8:30am
Join Rabbi Adler for a light breakfast and parsha study.
Come for Tefillot (7:00am) and stay for Torah!
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Sunday, 1/12, 10:30am
Based on the renowned series “The 48 Ways to Wisdom” by Rav Noach Weinberg z”l, founder of Aish HaTorah, this program equips children with essential life skills such as seeking truth, developing resilience, building strong character, and living with intention, all through a Jewish lens. Through interactive learning, including hands-on activities, games, and group discussions, children apply Jewish teachings to real-life challenges, helping them grow into confident and thoughtful individuals. Led by our Youth Director Estee Axelrad.
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Changes in Israeli Politics & Society | |
Thursday, 1/16, 8:30pm
Join Ilai Saltzman, Director of the Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies at the University of Maryland, to learn more about the dynamic and evolving nature of Israeli politics and society, comprehensively analyzing the forces driving change in this complex landscape.
Please note: this program takes place on Zoom as part of the Partners in Jewish Programming series.
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The Hebrew Calendar: Tu B'Shvat | |
Sunday, 1/26, 10:30am
In this program, children will explore the stories, customs, and historical significance of the special days on the Hebrew Calendar. Through interactive activities, including hands-on crafts and recipes, your child will not only gain a deeper understanding of these important dates but will also see them from a fresh perspective, fostering a greater appreciation for both joyous holidays and meaningful commemorative events. All sessions are drop-off and include brunch. Led by our Youth Director Estee Axelrad.
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Thursday, 1/30, 8:30pm
Join Monica Unikel-Fasja for a visual tour focused on the origins of Jewish life in Mexico , when immigrants from the Ottoman Empire first made their new home at this side of the world.
Please note: this program takes place on Zoom as part of the Partners in Jewish Programming series.
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Plan to Attend the Hartford Jewish Film Festival | |
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Experience Cinematic and Literary Excellence at the Mandell JCC.
First films are starting this weekend and go into April.
Visit HJFF.org for tickets, trailers, order form and more details.
Sat. Jan 11 | 7:00pm | Mandell JCC
Bliss
Dessert reception to follow
Sassi and Efi are hard workers, struggling with the debt left by Sasai's son before he left for Brussels. Though there is quite an age gap between them, their love and humor keep them from life's weariness and despair. When two youngsters - Omri, Sassi's hormonal and kind-hearted grandson, and David, Efi's former student - appear in their lives, their carefully kept routine breaks, and the couple's love is tested. Eighteen years after Aviva, My Love, Sasson Gabai and Asi Levi collaborate once again with director Shemi Zarhin to showcase their unique talents. Sassi and Efi's love story is both funny and touching. It illuminates in its unique way issues of relationships, family, and loyalty and sends a painful but also warm and optimistic look at the social realities of today.
Sun. Jan 12 | 7:00pm | Mandell JCC
Centered: Joe Lieberman
"Reel Talk" following film: Dan Papermaster in conversation with Matthew Lieberman.
Joe Lieberman nearly became the first Jewish Vice President of the United States. He was a politician who put principles above party, and the Founding Chairman of No Labels, an organization whose quest was to find a bipartisan ticket for the 2024 presidential election. In pursuit of his beliefs, Joe Lieberman sacrificed his popularity for what he believed was in the best interest of the American people. Centered chronicles Lieberman's remarkable journey and more than 40 years of public service, providing invaluable insights into this iconoclastic politician.
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Beth David Synagogue
20 Dover Road
West Hartford, CT 06119
office@bethdavidwh.org
860-236-1241| www.bethdavidwh.org
Yitzchok Adler, Rabbi: rabbi@bethdavidwh.org
Jennifer Scillia, Office Administrator: office@bethdavidwh.org
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