Happening this Week
April 29 - May 6
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Monday, April 29
6 p.m., Jewish Community Center
Chabad of Poway Solidarity Gathering
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh for a gathering in solidarity with
Chabad of Poway
, the Jewish community of Poway, California and the greater San Diego community, tonight at 6 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center (
JCC Pittsburgh
)'s Katz Theater.
Please allow extra time to sign in, and note that the main Forbes Avenue entrance is closed, so guests may enter through the Darlington Road entrance or the gym entrance on the lower level. Seating capacity may be limited.
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Rabbi Aaron Bisno is quoted in this recent
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
article: “One of the commandments with regard to Passover is to imagine that we were slaves in the land of Egypt,” Rabbi Bisno said. “But when Jews remember that they were slaves, it doesn’t end with slavery, so it means that we also were immigrants and refugees fleeing a dangerous circumstance in the country of our birth.”
Click here to read more.
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Educators Wanted!
J-JEP is seeking part-time Judaic Studies and Hebrew educators to join our Kindergarten to Grade 7 educator community!
Email your resume to Dan Eisner at
[email protected]
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Construction work continues on Mimsie's Place, our new playground and outdoor classroom for Rodef Shalom's
Berkman Family Center and Preschool!
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Lifetouch Portraits Available for Pickup
If you ordered portraits during your recent photo session with Lifetouch for the new member directory, you can now pick up your order by visiting the administrative office at Rodef Shalom. Please pick up your order between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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The first three sessions of the
Fran Lefkowitz Biblical Archaeology Series with Dr. Ron Tappy of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary were a huge success, with more than 150 people attending
the classes!
Attend the next installment of this seven-week course on May 5,
as new participants are welcomed each week. You'll have the chance to discover the archaeological evidence confirming well-known biblical narratives that have shaped history.
Every Sunday at 12:30 p.m., we will gather for a light lunch before class begins at 1 p.m. at Rodef Shalom Congregation.
Each week, we will delve into topics surrounding the Hebrew Bible, the life and times of Amos the Prophet, the Battle of Lachish and the Theology of Jerusalem, and more.
Sponsored by Women of Rodef Shalom, Brotherhood, and Rodef Shalom Congregation. This course is presented in blessed memory of Fran Lefkowitz, whose passion for Biblical Archaeology inspired the education of others during her life. We continue this course in her honor.
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Support the Family Center and Preschool Plant Sale!
The Rodef Shalom Family Center and Preschool Plant Sale is now under way! Support activities and programs for Rodef Shalom families with young children by purchasing beautiful flowers and herbs for your garden.
Order forms are due by this Wednesday, May 1.
Click here for your order form and for more details:
https://bit.ly/2U96BNx
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Talmud Class with Rabbi Tuchman
Wednesday, May 1 ∙ 7 p.m. ∙ Kamin Dining Room
Join this open dialogue with Rabbi Paul Tuchman on the Babylonian Talmud (in English).
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Christian-Jewish Dialogue
Thursday, May 2
12:00 p.m. ∙ ALC1
Facilitated by local clergy from Jewish & Christian backgrounds, this monthly discussion explores topics of similarities and differences.
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Hey Good Lookin', Whatcha Got Cookin'?
Cooking Demonstration
Thursday, May 2
5:30 p.m. ∙ Wine and Hors D'oeuvres ∙ Aaron Court
6:00 p.m ∙ Cooking Demonstration ∙ Aaron Court
7:00 p.m. ∙ Dinner ∙ Freehof Hall
Women of Rodef Shalom invite you to a cooking demonstration by Chef Nikki, owner of Bistro to Go. Learn to make an elegant but easy meal for week-night dinner guests. Enjoy wine and hors d’ oeuvres in Aaron Court before the demonstration and dine on the delicious food prepared by Chef Nikki in Freehof Hall. All are invited, reservations are required. RSVP online at
rodefshalom.org/rsvp
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Lunch And Learn With Rabbi Mark Mahler
Saturday, May 4
12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. ∙ ALC1
Join us for a thought provoking Lunch and Learn session presented by Rabbi Mark Mahler. The topic to be discussed will be, "Creation in Genesis: God's Blueprint for History." The Lunch and Learn series is open to all congregants and guests. Lunch is only $5. RSVP's for lunch are requested by Thursday May 2 to
www.rodefshalom.org/rsvp or by calling JoAnn Ruffing at 412-621-6566.
Sponsored by the Rodef Shalom Prayer, Practice and Learning Committee.
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Brothers All Breakfast Discussion
Sunday, May 5
10:00 a.m.
∙
Kamin Dining Room
Come meet friends, enjoy a light continental breakfast, and participate in a lively discussion on a topic of current interest selected by the group.
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Israel: Then and Now
Monday, May 6
7:00 a.m.
∙ Waterfront Parking Lot
Join the Lev Society and Rabbi Danny Schiff as we visit Cleveland, Ohio for a guided tour of the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage. Bus departs at 7AM
Meet at Waterfront parking lot, between Steak N’ Shake and First Commonwealth Bank. Cost: $36.
Register and pay online
here.
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Brotherhood Dinner Meetings
Tuesday, May 7
6:00 p.m. ∙ ALC1
Every member of Brotherhood is welcome to attend and participate. It is your Brotherhood, be part of it! Dinner at 6 p.m. / meeting at 6:30.
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Torah and the Times
Thursday, May 9
12:00 p.m. ∙ ALC1
Rabbi Bisno's monthly brown bag lunch series continues. We'll begin with the "gospel of the New York Times" - Torah lessons taken from the daily news.
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Resonance Works presents American Serenade
Saturday, May 11
∙ 8:00 P.M.
Sunday, May 12 ∙ 3:00 P.M.
With May’s American Serenade, Resonance Works salutes modern American concerti, showcasing as soloists the world-class musicians of our Resonance Chamber Orchestra. Each piece on the program is distinctly American, highlighting some of the finest composers of the last 75 years.
The centerpiece of the program is Bernstein’s Serenade, performed by Resonance Works concertmaster Sandro Leal-Santiesteban. Considered by many to be the finest piece of music Bernstein ever wrote, Serenade is said to have resulted from a rereading of Plato’s Symposium, the dialogue concerned with the nature and purpose of love. Clarinetist Ryan Leonard performs Copland’s Clarinet Concerto and flutist Lindsey Goodman will perform a world-premiere flute concerto by Pittsburgh composer Nancy Galbraith. Rounding out the program is Andrew Norman's Gran Turismo and Joan Tower’s iconic Petroushkates, which she describes as a “carnival on ice.” Conductors Maria Sensi Sellner and Daniel Nesta Curtis share the podium for this season finale.
Tickets range from $25.00 - $50.00 with discounts available for students, seniors, and groups. Please visit
www.resonanceworks.org
for tickets and more information.
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Sign up for this tour today before we open up reservations to the greater community!
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Every Week at Rodef Shalom
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Monthly Food Drive for the
Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry
Food justice is a significant part of our Social Action efforts! Help feed the needy in our community. Visit our donation station in the Commons area.
Learn about the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry at
www.sqfoodpantry.org.
Bridge Game
Mondays ∙ 12 p.m. ∙ Freehof Hall
Pittsburgh Bridge Association information is available at:
Alcoholics Anonymous
Mondays ∙ 7:00 p.m. ∙ ALC1
All are welcome.
Sewing Workshop Sponsored by Women of Rodef Shalom
Tuesdays ∙ 10 a.m. ∙ Sisterhood Room
Beginners welcome. Contact Nancy Rosenthal: (412) 828-4844.
Bridge Game
Wednesdays ∙ 12 p.m. ∙ Sisterhood Room
Pittsburgh Bridge Association information is available at:
Mahjong
Wednesdays ∙ 1 p.m. ∙ Freehof Hall
Everyone is welcome to this informal game of maj.
Choir Rehearsal
Wednesdays ∙ 7:30 p.m. ∙ Levy Hall
Our singers span several generations and have varying levels of musical experience. Music reading and Hebrew reading are not required. Our choir sings in services once a month and performs in the community a few times a year. For more information, email Molly May at
[email protected]
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Afternoon Open Play
Tuesdays ∙ 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. ∙ Family Center
A classroom and the playground will be open for children who are accompanied by an adult to hang out with friends.
Contact
Mimsie
: (412) 621-6566 x127.
Parkinson's Support Group
Wednesdays ∙ 1 p.m. ∙ ALC1
Meets the first Wednesday of each month. Parkinson's Foundation Western Pennsylvania Information is available at:
Yoga sponsored by Women of Rodef Shalom
Fridays ∙ 9:30 - 11 a.m. ∙ Sisterhood Room
Men and women are welcome. Cost is $10/class. Bring a mat. Contact Sharon Lesgold: (412) 904-2611.
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Friday, May 3
5:30 p.m. Service
Special Shabbat service honoring Rabbi Sharyn Henry's 20th anniversary with Rodef Shalom, Oneg to follow
-Rabbi Aaron Bisno
-Rabbi Sharyn Henry
-Cantorial Soloist
Molly May
-JJEP Celebration of Learning
Saturday, May 4
10:30 a.m. Service
-Rabbi Sharyn Henry
-Cantorial Soloist
Molly May
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Just because Passover is over doesn't mean you should forget about the Gift Corner's wonderful variety of Seder plates!
Wedding season is approaching quickly, and they make perfect wedding gifts. They can also make great college graduation gifts for people who are moving away from home and won't be able to be back for the holidays.
In fact, they make fantastic gifts for getting through another day of adulting! And we're making it easier than ever to come see our selection or call in if you need anything shipped: starting on May 1, our weekday hours will change to 11 am - 4 pm every day.
See you soon at the Gift Corner!
Monday
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
(during Religious School)
Sunday
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
(during Religious School)
Evenings by appointment.
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Rodef Shalom
Legacy Society
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Thank you to our congregants who created their legacy by including Rodef Shalom Congregation in their will, trust, retirement account, or insurance policy.
Welcome to our newest members
in 2019,
Alex and
Harris Heit,
Marla J. Perlman, Marjorie Silverman, Janet* and John Spears, and Ruth C. Yahr.
Anonymous (3) ∙ Betty Abrams* ∙ Barbara and Alan Ackerman ∙ Marcia* and Richard Adelsheim ∙ Lawrence Adler ∙ Bette and Hal* Bigler ∙ Michelle and Aaron Bisno ∙ Karen and Richard Brean ∙ Rosella and Gilbert Broff* ∙ Sylvia and Sidney Busis* ∙ Marion Cohen* ∙ Teri and Barton Cowan ∙ Marcia and Charles* Deaktor ∙ Ruth and Emil Feldman* ∙ Sheila and Milton* Fine ∙ Sylvia Fischer ∙ Frederick Frank ∙ Nachum Golan and Steven Hough ∙ Bette Jean Goldblum* Jack Goldsmith* ∙ Juliette Grauer* ∙ Anna Greenberg* ∙ Sharyn Henry and Dennis Grinberg ∙ David Hammerstein ∙ Jacki and Jeffrey Herzog ∙ Martha and Edwin Horne* ∙ Irene* and Dr. Walter Jacob ∙ Lynne and Blair Jacobson
∙ Evan Klein ∙ Audrey and Robert* Lazar ∙ Francine* and Alan Lefkowitz ∙ Susan Friedberg Kalson and David Kalson ∙ Natalie A. Kaplan ∙ Corrine and Seymoure
Krause* ∙ Amy Langham ∙ Sharon and Alan Lesgold ∙ Marcia Levaur ∙ Edgar Levenson* ∙ Frances and David* Levin ∙ Janet Markel and Barry Lhormer* ∙ Sally and Tim Litman ∙ Norma and Edgar Michaels* ∙ Pauline and Bernard Michaels* ∙ Carol Goldblum Nathenson ∙ Helen Orringer
∙ Lynn and Gerald Ostrow* ∙ Jeffrey Pollock ∙ Shirley and Sidney Rapport* ∙ Richard E. Rauh ∙ Mildred Rogow ∙ Bette and Howard Rom ∙ Sabina and Peter Rosenfeld ∙
Robert Rosenthal ∙
Mayda Roth ∙
Michelle Gray-Schaffer and Eric Schaffer ∙ Dottie Silberman ∙ Richard Simon ∙ William Stein ∙ Karla and Raymond Stept* ∙ Laura and Harlan Stone ∙ Meredith and David Strassburger ∙ Mona and E.J. Strassburger ∙ Barry Weisband ∙ Carole Williams ∙ Ruth Wintner* ∙ Susan* and Robert* Wolf ∙ Leatrice and John* Wolf, Sr.
*z"l - "of blessed memory"
To learn more about the Rodef Shalom Legacy Society, contact Mayda Roth at
or at
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