October 21, 2018
 Issue 41
Complimentary Membership Program
Do you know someone new to the area? A family looking to "try out" a new congregation or a welcoming community to become a part of? Make sure to tell them about TST's Complimentary Membership Program which invites any first-time member/family to join with a free membership for their first year. Religious services, social and selected educational programs and life cycle events are all included. For more information, email Toni Spitzer or at 508-358-9992.
In This Issue
Congregation News
Book Plate Orders
In Our Congregation
Community Events
Regularly Scheduled Services
Give Tzedakah
Vote YES November 6 on Question #3 
Whatever your political views may be, we encourage you to vote on November 6. We also wish to share our views and support for Question 3: Transgender Anti-Discrimination.
 
The Torah tells us that we are all B'tzelem Elohim, made in God's image, and therefore, that all of us are deserving of individual dignity, love, and respect. In 2016, the Massachusetts Legislature recognized this universal ideal and added Gender Identity to the list of protections from discrimination in places of public accommodation. This November, the citizens of Massachusetts will be given the opportunity to reaffirm the ideals of equal protection by voting YES on Ballot Question 3.
 
We, the congregation of Temple Shir Tikva are a community that honors the variety of genders in or midst and we recognize the dangers of discriminating against any one particular subgroup which is why we shall not stand idly by. Therefore we strongly support a YES vote on Question 3 to maintain Gender Identity's legal protection against discrimination in places of public accommodation.
 
Scott Cohen - President
Michael Wadness Trustee for Social Justice and Community Connections
Rabbi Danny Burkeman
Rabbi Jordi Schuster Battis
Cantor Hollis Schachner
  
In Case You Missed It...
  • TST went purple in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. (Photo Credit: Allan Dines)
  • Read Rabbi Danny's article on Domestic Violence published in the Wayland Patch, Sudbury Patch and Wayland Town Crier.
  • View photos from last week's Community March & Vigil from the Islamic Center of Boston to First Parish in Wayland. 
  • Read Rabbi Danny's remarks from the Community March & Vigil. 
Wednesday Morning Study - Learning the Liturgy
Wednesday, October 24, 31, 10:00 am
  
What is the most read book in the Jewish library?  Over the coming year we will have an opportunity to take a deep dive into our Siddur (prayer book), exploring the prayers and our liturgy. Through a close reading of the texts, an exploration of commentaries, and a consideration of the history we will bring ourselves closer to the words that we recite in our services.

This class will be taught by Rabbi Danny, Rabbi Jordi and Cantor Schachner. Additional information on this class can be found on our website or our by visiting our Facebook page.
   
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays, October 24, 31, 11:45 am-12:30 pm
   
Yoga offers the opportunity to quiet and focus the mind, and to improve physical strength and balance. There will be no fee for this class, but you do need to  RESERVE YOUR SPOT. No previous yoga experience required but class is designed for those who can comfortably get up and down from a yoga mat. (Special arrangements can be made for those with more limited mobility.)

"Arts Matter" Shabbat
Friday, October 26, 6:00 pm 

In partnership with MASSCreative and the Jewish Arts Collaborative, join with thousands of art lovers and advocates across the state on Friday, October 26 in celebration of art on the 2nd Annual "Arts Matter" Shabbat. 

We welcome Joey Baron, Artistic Director of the Jewish Arts Collaborative to speak from our bima. Nosh will begin at 6:00 pm, followed by services at 6:15 pm.

Family Promise at TST 
Sunday, November 4 - 18

F amily Promise Metrowest (FPM) is a community response to family homelessness. Host congregations and volunteers provide safe, temporary shelter and meals on a rotating basis while professional staff assist families in reaching goals that end the cycle of homelessness.  

TST will be hosting for two weeks starting Sunday, November 4 through Sunday, November 18. Over 100 volunteers are needed during these two weeks with the most need being overnight (8:00 pm-6:00 am). All overnight volunteers will be assigned their own PRIVATE rooms. 

All new volunteers are required to attend a one-time, 90-minute training session.  If you have volunteered in the past, please sign up to help again at www.familypromisemetrowest.org . For questions about Family Promise at TST, please visit  our Facebook page  or contact Wendy Newman  or Jeff Merritt .

Ganeinu (Pre-K Program) Registration is OPEN!
If you haven't registered for our pre-kindergarten education program yet,  SIGN UP NOW! SPACE IS LIMITED! 

Ganeinu this year is being taught by our own TST ELC teacher, Lisa Trefry for children ages 3.9 to 5-years-old. Children will learn and  experience the richness of Shabbat and holidays  through music, hands on activities, stories, texts and meaningful conversations.  Members and non-members are welcome to sign up online now !
   
Classes will be held on the following Sundays from 9:00-11:00 am:  Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Jan. 13, Mar. 10, May 5
 
Brotherhood Brewing Event
Sunday, November 4, 1:00-4:00 pm
 
Do you like beer? Do you know how to make it or want to learn how? 
Join the Brotherhood at Hopsters for a brew session. When the beer has finished fermenting (2-3 weeks), we will also schedule a bottling session (tentative November 18). Space is limited. Cost is $36/person. Register here or for additional information or questions, email the Brotherhood co-chair Adam Dehner.

TST Annual Progressive Dinner: Dancing through the Decades
Sunday, November 4, 6:00-9:00 pm
 
Sponsored by R eyim. You're invited to join us for an evening to stroll down memory lane and enjoy delicious food as Shir Tikva transforms itself into a restaurant. To complement the meal, an emcee will take us on a guided tour of lively music and dance through the ages. Change tables as we change through Italian courses. Meet new friends and catch up with old friends. Get onto the dance floor. 

Adults 21+   Register TODAY

Mondays with Rabbi Alan Ullman
Monday Evenings: A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey, & How to Get There
November 5 & 26, December 3 & 10, 7:30-9:00 pm
It is preferable but not necessary to attend all sessions. There is no fee for this class.

For nearly 30 years, Rabbi Ullman has gained a devoted following across New England and the world with his unique style of illuminating the words of Torah to provide profound relevance for our contemporary lives. By wrestling alongside his students with literal and hidden meanings embedded in the ancient texts, Rabbi Ullman sparks lively, insightful conversation and helps us discover what is sacred in our everyday lives. 

Each class is limited to 22 members. If any session has more then 22 registrants, we will select names by lottery.  Email  Toni Spitzer  or call 508-358-9992.

Flourishing Group
Thursdays, November 8, December 13, January 10, February 7,  7:30 pm    

Come learn about positive psychology and Judaism, and how both together can help you flourish using science-based techniques that can lead you to a happier and more fulfilling life. The messages and techniques of positive psychology align with Jewish tradition, and both inform and support each other in interesting ways. Come learn with Mary Beth Rettger and Rabbi Danny as we explore these practices together. (You can come for the whole series, or join us for single topics).
  
David Passer 5th Annual Social Justice Lecture 
Sunday, November 18, 9:00-11:00 am

Prophetic Power & Politics: How Reform Jews Can Create a More Just World (and make sense of the recent elections...)  with Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesne r who  was a dear friend and colleague of David Passer for more than twenty years.  Rabbi Pesner currently serves as the Director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, and  also as Senior Vice President of the Union for Reform Judaism. Named one of the most influential rabbis in America by
Newsweek magazine, he is an inspirational leader and tireless advocate for social justice. During this session, Rabbi Pesner will address issues near and dear to David's heart, including LGBTQ equality, social justice in the United States and Israel, and an inclusive Jewish community.  Continental Breakfast will be provided.  

Annual Teen Social Action Bake Sale
Sunday, November 18, 8:30-11:30 am
 
This year's bake sale is raising money for the Greater Lawrence Disaster Relief Fund which helped to provide aid to those affected in North Andover, Andover and Lawrence by the recent gas line explosions. 

The bake sale will take place on Sunday, November 18, before and after Religious School from 8:30-11:30 am.  If you are interested in donating baked goods (nut-free)  or know a teenager interested in volunteering to work a shift please sign up .

Children's Clothing Drive 
 Children's Clothing Closet - A Jewish Family Service of MetroWest Initiative

  TST is proud to partner with JFS of Metrowest. Help support your local community by donating new or very gently used/excellent used items for immigrant children in the MetroWest. 
Bins are located outside the office lobby to place your items in. 

Immediately, we are looking for the following items in sizes 4-18 and xs-xxxl:  
  • Jeans/School Pants
  • Sweatshirts/Sweaters
  • Snow pants
Please review the  Amazon Wish List  being updated periodically!  To help volunteer to support this initiative, please contact Jackie Adelson , Committee Chair. We will need all the help we can get sorting and bringing clothes to JFS in Framingham.  

Zichrono livracha - May his memory be for a blessing

Please help the Israeli family of a local Wayland resident who was murdered at Barkan Industrial Park in Israel. 

To view Rabbi Danny's remarks to this terror attack and visit the family's Go Fund Me page, visit our  Facebook  page.


TST Book Plates
 
In honor of Temple Shir Tikva's 40th anniversary, we are offering dedication book plates that will be affixed to the inside cover of
Mishkan T'filah

Only a limited number of book plates are available to honor your loved ones. Click here for the Book Plate Order Form - or call Toni in the office to place your order!
 
In Our Congregation 

R'fuah Sh'lema...
 Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are ill  
Abba Noach ben Yehudit
Aryeh ben Alter haLevi
Roberta Ban
Baruch ben Drora
Baruch ben Leah
Jean Bloomberg
Irina Boverman
Devorah bat Bunye
Gianna Cannelongo
Fred Cohen
Roseann Dunn
Murray Finkel
Robert Friedman
Harvey Hecker
Ethan Kadish
Edith Kaye
Gershon ben Michael v' Nina
Keren bat Zahava
Miri Klau
 
Marc Lampert
Lazer ben Zipporah Ida
Libba bat Russie Bracha
Peter Lurie
Teddy Malasky
Yonina bat Manya
Amikam Marhoom
Rachel Marker
Diane McCaslin
Evan McCaslin
Leo Miller
Miriam Chana bat Yosefa Chana
Mirila bat Sara
Marvin Morrison
Reva Nathanson
Nechama Bat Trayna Raizel
Pazia bat Leah
Jeremy Pivor
Pam Pingeton
Bill Purdin
Stacey Roswell
Sarah Faiga bat Malka
Lisa Shapiro
Pierce Slutsky
Heidi Tissenbaum
Jan Whitzman  
David Willett
Yocheved bat Matleh

Mazel Tov...
Congratulations  
  • Sander and Lauren Rikleen on the marriage of their daughter Ilyse to Sam Herman 
  • Julie Pivor and Mark Wolbarst on the marriage of Julie's son, Jonathan to Kate Ostrovsky
  • Beverly and Rick Blatz on the marriage of Beverly's son, Richard Brenner to Jennifer Shedd.
  • Andrei and Liliane Schor on the birth of their granddaughter, Margot Lopez Schor, daughter of David Schor and Cristina Lopez
  • Adam and Jennifer Gutbezahl on the birth of their son, Tucker Boris
  • David and Nancy Poorvu on the birth of their grandson, Tucker Boris
  • Zackary and Sheri Barron on the birth of their son, Alexander Bertram
Condolences to..
  • Jonathan Zarkower on the death of his brother, David William Zarkower
  • Susan Meade on the death of her husband, David Meade
  • Jeremy Meade on the death of his father, David Meade
Camp Kingswood Prospective Tour Day
Sunday, October 21
Camp Kingswood
104 Wildwood Road, Bridgton, ME 

P rospective families are invited to join us for a tour day in beautiful Bridgton, Maine on Sunday, October 21. Stroll by our pristine lake, enjoy camp activities, be able to ask questions and get a taste of our magical summers here at Camp Kingswood.  Complimentary coach transportation and kosher lunch are included. Space is limited. To reserve your family's spot, please RSVP to info@kingswood.org .

Your Vote is Important
Sunday, October 21, 2:00-4:00 pm
Congregation Beth El
105 Hudson Rd, Sudbury, MA 

Trans Rights = Human Rights: Whats at Stake in MA 
Ballot Question #3

On Election Day, November 6, Ballot Question #3 will ask Massachusetts voters whether to uphold a law that protects transgender people from discrimination in public spaces.  A "YES" vote keeps the current law in place. In this interactive panel presentation, you will lean about the history of Question #3, its national significance, and what's at stake.  This program is co-sponsored by Congregation Beth El and Keshet, and is supported by the Beth El Adult Education and Tikkun Olam Committees.  

Etched in Glass: The Legacy of Steve Ross 
Screening & Panel Discussion
Sunday, October 21, 3:00-6:00 pm
Wayland High School Auditorium
264 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland 

The Weston-Wayland Interfaith Action Group ( wwiag.org), Wayland and Weston High Schools and Boston Jewish Film present a screening and panel discussion:  Etched in Glass: The Legacy of Steve Ross.  Parents and High School students are encouraged to attend. Panel discussion and light refreshments to follow.  Attendance is free but registration is recommended at  bostonjfilm.org .


Cindy Lombardo Volunteer Award - Keep the Promise Event
Saturday, November 3 
Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center
1657 Worcester Road, Framingham MA

Family Promise Metrowest will be presenting the 1st annual "Cindy Lombardo Volunteer Award" at this year's Keep the Promise event on Saturday, November 3 at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center. To purchase tickets visit Family Promise MetroWest Keep the Promise Event.

Cindy Lombardo was a tireless and dedicated FPM volunteer, cherished for her ability to create an "extravagant welcome" for FPM families each time Temple Shir Tikva, hosted guests. In her memory, this award has been established, which will be given annually to an FPM volunteer, nominated by past and current guests, who fulfills and honors Cindy's incredible model of warmth and welcome.  The Lombardo family is most appreciative of this tribute and will be at the event to present the award to the very first recipient. 

PJ Library: Movie Matinee
Sunday, November 4, 10:00-11:30 am 
Leventhal-Sidman Center
333 Nahanton Street, Newton MA

Introduce your little ones to the excitement of watching a movie on the big screen with the irresistible favorite, "Toy Story" in a relaxed, child-friendly setting where squirming and running around are welcome. Coffee for adults, snacks for kids and crafts for older siblings included. BYO-Blanket, stuffed animal and pajamas. $15 per family donation requested. Children 2-6 years old. Older siblings welcome. Register at bostonjcc.org/moviemorning or more information  newtonfamilies@jccgb.org 

PJ Library: Rolie Polie Guacamole
Monday, November 12, 10:30-11:30 am
Congregation Or Atid
97 Concord Road, Wayland MA

Spend Veterans Day singing, dancing and jamming with Rolie Polie Guacamole. This fun, family-friendly concert is the perfect way to get your Monday wiggles out. Cost is $15 per family. Children ages 0-6 years old. For more information and to register visit bostonjcc.org/pjroliepolie or contact pjlibrary@jccgb.org 

Playing By Air
Monday, November 12, 11:00 am & 1:00 pm 
Leventhal-Sidman Center
333 Nahanton Street, Newton MA

The award-winning performers of Playing By Air share their sense of playfulness and breathtaking feats in a high-energy theatrical experience filled with laughter and joy. Featuring a symphony of action, comedy, music, juggling and circus, this show will elight and amaze the entire family. Shows 11am & 1pm. Cost is $18. Children 3+ with and adult. For tickets, visit bostonjcc.org/magicark or call 617-965-5226 or 866-811-4111.  

Regularly Scheduled Services
Simchat Shabbat - Friday, 6:15pm
Early Shacharit (followed by Torah Study) - Saturday, 8:30am
Kabbalat Shabbat Yeladim  - 3rd Friday of each month, 5:00pm (Oct-June)
Shabbat Yeladim (Tot Shabbat)  - 1st Saturday of each month, 9:30am (Sept-June)

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