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 The Jewish Community Center of LBI
E-Letter
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February 24, 2017
28 Shevat 5777
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SHABBAT ACROSS AMERICA & CANADA
March 3, 2017
On Friday night, March 3, 2017, hundreds of synagogues across the continent will take part in an historic national Jewish event to celebrate what unifies all Jews - Shabbat! By participating in this continent wide event, you will not only have the opportunity to experience Shabbat, but you will be sharing your experience with tens of thousands of Jews.
The JCC of LBI will be hosting a Shabbat Dinner that evening - but maybe not the usual menu. We will be serving a Chinese menu, one of the favorite foods of the Jewish people, kosher of course, followed by services led by Rabbi Jay.
Dinner is at 6:30 PM. $25 per person. Children $10. Contact the JCC office 609-492-4090 to make your reservation. Please let us know if you will be joining us by next Tuesday Feb 28th.
Sorry for the last minute notice.
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REACHING OUT TO HELP A LOCAL ATHLETE
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Former Brick Township standout Jake Lakatos, had been appointed to Team USA's Mens Junior Ice Hockey Team, and will be representing his country at the 20th World Maccabiah Games in July.
Maccabi USA will bring a team of 1,250 athletes to the Maccabiah Games in Israel this summer, joining the 8,750 other athletes from 80 different countries, participating in 43 different sports, making it the third-largest international sporting event in the world after the Olympics and the Pan American Games.
Jake's mother, Francine, is reaching out to the Jewish community for help in raising the $8,000 needed for her son to participate.
There is a March 1 deadline for a deposit of $4,000 and April 1 deadline for an additional $4,000. Jake was only notified of his appointment last week due to a roster change.
If you would like to help please open this link for donation options: JAKE FUND
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A MESSAGE FROM THE RABBI
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It is the end of February and do you know what that means? It's time to start thinking about Passover. Yes, you read correctly, "Passover". This is Shabbat Shekalim which is the first in a series of four special Shabbatot from now until Passover. There are two-such special Shabbatot before Purim and two before Passover. Aside from the special meaning of each special Shabbat, they collectively serve to remind us that our tradition does not want us to simply mark the date of our holidays on our calendars. Rather, we are provided with continuous early reminders of what is coming. An effective celebration of each holiday becomes exponentially more possible if we prepare in advance.
So, what is special about this Shabbat? It is called Shabbat Shekalim. It is observed on the Shabbat immediately before the beginning of the Month of Adar. Two Torahs will be taken out. From the first Torah scroll will be read the weekly Torah portion, Mishpatim. From the second Torah will be read a portion from the Book of Exodus that requires each male over 20 years of age to donate a half shekel to the Temple in Jerusalem before the month of Nisan. This donated sum was to be used to pay for sacrifices that were made on behalf of the community.
After the Temple was destroyed, it became customary to donate money on Purim. For this reason, many congregations have a tradition of passing around a basket for donations on Purim.
It is time to start thinking about our upcoming holidays. Purim begins on the evening of Saturday, March 11, 2017. On that evening we will have a special celebration with costumes, food, and special Megillah reading. Several people are chanting the Megillah. If you want to chant as well, it is not too late. Simply reach out to me and let me know of your interest.
Passover begins with the first Seder on Monday evening, April 10, 2017. Our wonderful community Seder will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2017.
This year we are having a great program on Sunday April 2, 2017. Dr. Murray Spiegel will be joining us at 9:30 AM with a
fascinating, humorous and educational multimedia presentation that covers a wide variety of topics: the history of the Seder, origins of its customs, creative and educational ways to use the Four Questions, novel approaches and different themes for your Seder. This program will help you to make an unforgettable Seder. Having learned from Dr. Spiegel before, I can assure you that this will be a program that you will not want to miss.
Join us for Shabbat Shekalim. Mark your calendar for Purim. Participate in our pre-Passover program. And join us for the community Seder and Passover services. One way to create lasting family and community memories is to plan for them in advance.
Shabbat Shalom - Rabbi Michael S. Jay
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Rabbi Jay will be attending the Rabbinical Assembly Convention in Baltimore from Sunday - Wednesday this week and will not be available for Tuesday office hours.
The convention gives Rabbis an opportunity to learn and spend quality time with their colleagues.
Rabbi Jay will be at the JCC on Tuesdays and will have office hours from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Drop in to chat (call the office to make sure he is in and not out on an emergency 609-492-4090) or make an appointment with him (973-865-9534).
This is also a good time to telephone the rabbi.
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KOL HAKAVOD CAMPAIGN
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Please consider being a part of this campaign to supplement the clergy needs of our congregation. This is a separate, voluntary commitment and is additional to our low annual dues obligation. HERE IS THE LINK TO BRING UP THE DONATION FORM KOL HAKAVOD
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The Ladies Annual Florida Reunion
Thanks to Jackie Avondoglio for organizing the
annual Florida Reunion.
NEWS FROM THE REUNION
When the gals got to the restaurant, the manager was anxiously waiting for them outside the door. It seems that that there was a gas main problem and no way to cook anything in the kitchen. However, the restaurant has a brick pizza oven. So he suggested personal pizzas for everyone, salad and gelato. Everyone was happy with the new menu and enjoyed a wonderful lunch with their special JCC friends.
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MEN'S CLUB NEWS
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Men's Club Program
Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 9:00 AM
This is an invitation to j
oin the JCC Men's Club at a Sunday service,
breakfast and talk by Rabbi Jay on living wills and Jewish death.
Cost for breakfast is five dollars per person.
Please RSVP by calling the office at 609-492-4090 no later than Thursday, March 2nd.
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
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MOVIE SCHEDULE FOR THE WINTER
Saturday Nites
Movie 7:00 PM
Havdallah 6:45 PM
March 4 "Crossing Delancey Street"
Havdallah 8:00 PM
March 18 "West Side Story"
Movie 8:30 PM
Havdallah 8:15 PM
April 1 "The Producers"
Movie 8:45 PM
Havdallah 8:30 PM
April 15 "Sound of Music"
Movie 9:00 PM
Havdallah 8:45 PM
April 29 "Young Frankenstein"
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OCEAN COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION EVENTS
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COMMUNITY PURIM CARNVAL
Sunday March 12
12:30 - 3:30 PM
Congregation Ahavat Olam
Howell, NJ
see attached flyer for details
There are exciting games and activities for all ages
(wine tasting for the adults).
All of this is free of charge.
We are a part of Ocean County Jewish Federation, the coordinating organization.
Events like this need our full support and participation.
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COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
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MAH JONGG
Mah Jongg Luncheon for Monday, February 27 at 11:30 at Brazzi's on Route 72. Here's the details:
DATE: Monday, February 27, 2017
TIME: 11:30 a.m.
PLACE: Brazzi Wood Fired Trattoria
601 Route 72
DETAILS: We will order off the menu and get separate checks.
As usual, I will collect an extra $1.00 from each of you as an extra tip for the waitresses. Also note that the way Brazzi's set up for us is that they'll reserve the tables of four for us to play, and then we'll all sit together to have lunch about an hour in to our playing. It's really very pleasant and they are very accommodating.
Please RSVP only if you are attending. It is, however, important that you let me know you are attending so I can give Brazzi's a headcount. As always, I can be reached by a reply to this email or my phone number is 212-249-6292.
Marianne Clemente
See this
link for details of activities in 2017 including March 18 showing of "Spaghetti Man" and April 22 showing of "Ocean Frontiers III": LIGHTHOUSE
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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
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MORRIS L. SHAPIRO ENDOWMENT FUND
All organizations should have a substantial endowment fund to ensure its continuation. Except for dire emergencies, the principal amounts in the fund cannot be used to run the organization. Interest earned from the account may be used. As previously announced, Herb and Selma Shapiro have created a JCC Endowment Fund to honor Herb's father. It will be known as "The Morris L. Shapiro Endowment Fund at the JCC of LBI " The Shapiros have generously pledged a total of $50,000 to fund this. While initially established by the Shapiros, anyone may contribute to this important fund.
Join Herb and Selma in helping assure the continuity of our JCC, and our ability to continue providing a full-service congregation to serve the Jewish people of the area. All members are encouraged to help this important effort by contributing to this Fund.
Your gift to the fund can be sent to the JCC Office. Please mark your check accordingly.
AUDIO/VISUAL PROJECT
We are very excited about the decision of the Board of Directors to pursue the enhancement of the audio system for the JCC of LBI as well as the purchase of a projection system. This multi-phased project will allow us to become a venue for expanded programming and opens us up to many wonderful opportunities for future planning. Your gift large or small is much appreciated. Please send your contribution to the JCC office: 2411 Long Beach Blvd., Spray Beach, NJ 08008 and note on the memo line A/V Project.
Space is available for memorial plaques on the yahrzeit boards in the Sanctuary. Here is the order form:
TREE OF LIFE (located in the Social Hall)
You can purchase a leaf in honor of an occasion or in memory of a loved one.
Here is the
Tree of Life Form:
TREE
PAVERS (in front of the Front Entrance)
Only 4 x 8 and 12 x 12 size pavers are available
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TD AFFINITY PROGRAM
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Easy money!
Do you have an account with TD Bank?
You can contribute to the JCC without it costing you a cent. TD Bank will pay us on the number of accounts in our TD Affinity Club. There is no minimum number of members. We automatically receive $10 for every checking account and .01% of the balance on Savings Accounts. In addition we receive $50 for any new accounts. This is strictly confidential and the JCC does not know the amount in any of the accounts.
We just received a check for $456.00 from TD Bank. So think about joining this program and helping the JCC to reap the benefits.
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JCC INFORMATION
THE OFFICE IS LOCATED AT
2411 Long Beach Boulevard (24th Street)
Spray Beach, NJ 08008
ENTER THE BUILDING DURING OFFICE HOURS
THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR.
PRESS THE ENTRY BUTTON ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE ENTRANCE FOR ADMITTANCE.
Mailing Address:
2411 Long Beach Blvd.
Spray Beach, NJ 08008
Telephone: 609-492-4090
FAX: 609-492-7550
OFFICE HOURS:
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
FRIDAY - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Office Staff:
Jeri Riffle, Executive Director
Leslie Dinkfelt, Office Manager
Marcie Deutsch, Computer Admin.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Rabbi Michael S. Jay
Rose Valentine, JCC President
VIEW THE FEBRUARY/MARCH/APRIL BULLETIN
with this link
E-mail Editor: Rose Valentine
rvalen
[email protected]
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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS
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2/24 - 3/3
Shabbat Across American Dinner
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SYNAGOGUE ACCESS
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Access to the synagogue during office hours can be had by pressing the buzzer at the front door or handicapped door.
For services, the synagogue doors will be locked after 8:00 PM on Friday night. Latecomers can be gain access by using the buzzer at the front entrance and handicapped entrance. On Saturday morning, the door will be locked at 9:00 AM for Torah Study with access by buzzer also from the front door or handicapped door. Please use buzzer at the handicapped entrance after 10:00 AM for Shabbat morning services. Access to the building on Sunday morning for Religious School is through the front door.
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SHABBAT SHALOM
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5:26 PM
(So. Ocean County NJ)
JOIN US FOR SERVICES
SHABBAT SHEKALIM
On this Shabbat (Sabbath of shekels) a special Torah portion is read in preparation for Purim, requesting each adult male Jew contribute half of a Biblical shekel for the upkeep
of the Tent of Meeting.
FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES WILL BE LED BY CLIFF FARIN
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