Dix Hills Jewish Center

DHJC: The Week Ahead

Friday, Feb. 26, to Thursday, March 4, 201012 to 18 Adar 5770

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SERVICES
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** Shabbat Services **
Shabbat Zachor
Parashat Tetzaveh (Exodus 27:20-30:10)
Friday, Feb. 26Shabbat candlelighting by 5:25 p.m.
Kabbalat Shabbat service, 8:00 p.m.Junior Congregation, 8:00 p.m.
Primary Celebration Shabbat 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 27
Morning service, 9:15 a.m. Junior Congregation, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Tot Shabbat, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Evening service, 5:45 p.m.

** Purim Services and Celebrations **
Saturday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m.

Megillah reading, Purim Celebration and Pasta Party
Sunday, Feb. 28 Morning prayers 9:00 a.m. Megillah reading 10:00 a.m.

Purim Carnival 11:00 a.m.

** Weekday Services **
Friday - 7:00 a.m.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m.
Monday - 6:45 a.m., 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday - 7:00 a.m., 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:00 a.m., 8:00 p.m.
Thursday - 6:45 a.m., 8:00 p.m.

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EVENTS
***************Purim Celebration and Pasta Party
Saturday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m.

Come in costume! A spaghetti dinner and hamentaschen will follow the Mgillah reading. Purim Carnival
Sunday, Feb. 28, 11:00 a.m.
Social Action reminder: During the Carnival, the Social Action Committee will collect - soft-covered English-language books for children in Israel - laundry detergent, household cleaning supplies and toiletries for the needy in Wyandanch(Toiletries needed: toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash and floss; disposable razors, shaving cream, and aftershave; shampoo, conditioner, and combs; women's hygiene items.)
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Parent Meeting
Wednesday, March 3, 7:30 p.m.
Orientation meeting for the "Class of 2013," followed by a dessert reception.
"The Seven Questions You're Asked in Heaven"Thursday, March 4, 7:30 p.m.Noted writer and lecturer Ron Wolfson will be our guest speaker. Dr. Wolfson is Dean of the Center for Jewish Education at the American Jewish University in Los Angeles and the president of Synagogue 2000-Synagogue 3000, a think tank dedicated to envisioning the future of Jewish life. An engaging and humorous speaker and popular author, he has addressed audiences all over the U.S. on the "Art of Jewish Living." Books will be available for purchase during the wine/dessert reception and discussion with Dr. Wolfson after his talk.

Shabbat DinnerFriday, March 5, 8:00 p.m. (following services at 7:00 p.m.)

Celebrating Shabbat Across America. Adults - $21, children 5 to 10 - $10, under 5 - complimentary. Advanced reservations required; please call by Monday, March 1.

2010 DHJC Lucky Buck$ calendars are now available -- $25 each. Buying a calendar gives you 1,800 chances to win money every day of the year. Each calendar has a unique set of five four-digit numbers. If your five number are drawn in the daily NY State Lottery Evening Win-4 Drawing, you win that day's prize (min. $50, max $500) as shown on the calendar, and DHJC issues you a check. You've got to be in it to win it! To reserve your calendars, please call the DHJC today at 499-6644.
Congratulations to our latest Lucky Buck$ winner - Lori Steck.

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LEARNING
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Talmud Studies (Rabbi Buechler) Monday, March 1, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Leviticus Seminar (Rabbi Buechler) Monday, March 1, 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Studies
Jewish Journeys
A survey of Jewish traditions and practices

Tuesday, March 2, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Studies
T’fillot and Torah Basics: Reading and Chanting (Hazzan Bear)
Tuesday, March 2, 5:35 to 6:30 p.m.
Save Our Seders Workshops (Rabbi Buechler)

Tuesdays, March 2, 9, and 16, 7:00 p.m.

Trope Training: Chanting the Torah (Hazzan Bear)

Tuesday, March 3, 8:15 p.m.
Prerequisite: basic Hebrew literacy.

Jewish History

Wednesday, March 3, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Musical Buffets with Hazzan Bear
Thursday, March 4, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

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MEETINGS
*****************Men's Club BoardMonday, March 1, 7:30 p.m.
Fund-raising CommitteeMonday, March 1, 8:00 p.m.
Building and Ground CommitteeTuesday, March 2, 7:30 p.m.
Catering Committee

Tuesday, March 2, 8:30 p.m.

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COMING UP
*****************Conversational Hebrew Ulpan

Beginning in March, ten weekly classes at two levels

Beginner (Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate (Tuesdays, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.). Taught by Vilma Levy. Tuition $250. See the blue flyer in your synagogue mailing for more information.

Jewish Theological Seminary ShabbatSaturday, March 6Judy Greenberg, a third-year rabbinical student at JTS, will speak on "Golden Calves and Golden Opportunities." Services followed by a Lunch and Learn on "Passover Personalities, Seder Selection and Halacha."
Sunday Night at the MoviesSunday, March 7, 7:00 p.m.A Matter of Size -- an Israeli comedy (http://www.forward.com/articles/104846/)
Special Congregational MeetingTuesday, March 9, 8:30 p.m.

Agenda: To present a proposed amendment to the Dix Hills Jewish Center Constitution, Article IX, Section 2, “Rabbi and Cantor Selection.”

Sisterhood Book Group
Tuesday, March 9, 8:00 p.m. The group will discuss Hidden. For more information contact Gladys Stone, Gladabout@aol.com.

DHJC Comedy Central
Saturday evening, March 13
Please mark your calendar for our annual fund-raising gala -- honoring Ilene & Michael Gewirtz, Ronnit & Michael Kessler, and Sheri & Bernard Vishnick.

Sisterhood Fashion Show - "A Night in the Big Apple"
Thursday, March 18, 7:00 p.m.
Fashions by Marsh's of Huntington.
$60. RSVP by Friday, March 5, to Barbara Feinstein (643.2372, mbjsr@optonline.net).

Special Guest Speaker - Abe Foxman of ADL

Thursday, March 25, 7:30 p.m.

Our guest speaker will be Abe Foxman, National Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and longtime leader in the fight against anti-Semitism <http://www.adl.org/education/holocaust/foxman_bio.asp>.

First SederMonday evening, March 29

Yom haShoah Commemoration
Sunday, April 11, 7:30 p.m.

DHJC Trip to Israel
Departing Sunday, July 25

Two-week tour includes two days in Switzerland and an optional visit to Petra. Watch for more information or contact the DHJC office for a brochure.

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"ACTS of KINDNESS" PHOTO CONTEST
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Watch your mail for details about the Social Action Committee's contest for photographers aged 8 to 18. Deadline for submitting photos of "acts of kindness" is Feb. 28 (Purim).

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IN OUR COMMUNITY
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In this economic crisis, the Jewish community is here for you.In this recession, many are in need of support -- even those who never expected to need assistance. The Jewish community is here for you. UJA-Federation of NY’s Connect to Care provides employment and career-transition services, including job networking opportunities and career seminars; financial consultation, debt counseling, and budget assistance; legal services; supportive counseling; and volunteer opportunities. For more information or a confidential referral to Connect to Care services, contact 631.486.2521 or connect-to-care@syjcc.org.

Nassau Holocaust Center - Grand Opening Event, April 18 The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (located in Glen Cove) invites Holocaust survivors and their families to a grand opening event on Sunday April 18. For more information please contact DHJC's own Gail Kastenholz (gsk50@verizon.net) or the Center (516.571.8040 Ext. 108, jillfishbin@holocaust-nassau.org). All congregants are welcome to visit the Center's new multi-media museum. Call 516.571.8040 for hours and directions.

Friday Afternoon Volunteers Sought

Every Friday, several congregants visit local assisted living centers to celebrate Shabbat with the residents, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. if you can volunteer to bring smiles to the faces of local seniors and share Shabbat joy, contact Jackie Hasson (JackiBernr@aol.com). Thanks for helping DHJC make a difference in our neighborhood,

Ongoing Social Action Committee Collections
* English-language books for Israel's schoolchildren
(new or gently used paperbacks for reading levels pre-K to grade 12, including dictionaries, early reading books, and chapter books). Donations to defray shipping costs are also needed.
* Children's and baby's clothing (new/gently used)
* Used eyeglasses and watches
* Diapers and formula
* Cell Phones for Soldiers
<http://www.msawi.org/Cell_Phones_For_Soldiers.html>
Working and non-working phones welcome. CP4S turns the funds it receives for recycled phones into prepaid calling cards, for soldiers overseas to use to call home. Collection bins are in the DHJC lobby.

Your Excess Food Can Feed Our Neighbors
Please consider this Mitzvah: After any simcha or sorrow you can donate any excess food to help feed our less fortunate neighbors. Please contact Debbie Biederman at socialaction@dhjc.org

DHJC: The Week Ahead

Friday, March 5, to Thursday, March 11, 2010

19 to 25 Adar 5770

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SERVICES
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** Shabbat Services **

Parashat Ki Tissa (Exodus 30:11 - 34:35)

Friday, March 5

Shabbat candlelighting by 5:33 p.m.

Kabbalat Shabbat service, 7:00 p.m.*

* Please note seasonal time change.

Saturday, March 6
Morning service, 9:15 a.m.

JTS Shabbat (details below)

Junior Congregation, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Tot Shabbat, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Evening service, 5:30 p.m.

** Weekday Services **
Friday - 7:00 a.m.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m.
Monday - 6:45 a.m., 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday - 7:00 a.m., 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:00 a.m., 8:00 p.m.
Thursday - 6:45 a.m., 8:00 p.m.

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EVENTS
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Jewish Theological Seminary Shabbat

Saturday morning, March 6

Judy Greenberg, a third-year rabbinical student at JTS, will speak on "Golden Calves and Golden Opportunities." Services followed by a Lunch and Learn on "Passover Personalities, Seder Selection and Halacha."

Sunday Night at the Movies

Sunday, March 7, 7:00 p.m.

A Matter of Size -- an Israeli comedy (http://www.forward.com/articles/104846/)

Special Congregational Meeting

Tuesday, March 9, 8:30 p.m.

Agenda: To present a proposed amendment to the Dix Hills Jewish Center Constitution, Article IX, Section 2, “Rabbi and Cantor Selection.”

Sisterhood Book Group

Tuesday, March 9, 8:00 p.m.

The group will discuss Hidden. For more information contact Gladys Stone, Gladabout@aol.com.

Comedy Central at DHJC

Saturday, March 13, 8:00 p.m.
Our annual fund-raising gala -- honoring Ilene & Michael Gewirtz, Ronnit & Michael Kessler, and Sheri & Bernard Vishnick. Featuring comics Steve Shaffer, Sherry Davey, and Dan Naturman. Open bar, buffet dinner, Viennese table. Club attire. $125 per person. Scroll of Honor: Donor $180 (1 ticket), Friend $360 (2 tickets), Supporter $540 (2 tickets), Benefactor $1,000 (4 tickets), Silver $1,800 (6 tickets), Gold $2,500 (8 tickets), Platinum $5,000 (12 tickets). RSVP. Can't come? You can still join in the fun. Return the raffle ticket ($50) that came with your invitation for a chance to win half the 50/50 proceeds.

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LEARNING
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Talmud Studies (Rabbi Buechler) Monday, March 8, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Leviticus Seminar (Rabbi Buechler) Monday, March 8, 8:15 to 9:15 p.m.

Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Studies

Jewish Journeys
A survey of Jewish traditions and practices

Tuesday, March 9, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Studies
T’fillot and Torah Basics: Reading and Chanting (Hazzan Bear)

Tuesday, March 9, 5:35 to 6:30 p.m.

Save Our Seders Workshops (Rabbi Buechler)

Tuesdays, March 9, and 16, 7:00 p.m.

Trope Training: Chanting the Torah (Hazzan Bear)

Tuesday, March 9, 8:15 p.m.
Prerequisite: basic Hebrew literacy.

Jewish History

Wednesday, March 10, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Musical Buffets with Hazzan Bear

Thursday, March 11, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

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MEETINGS
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Fund-raising Committee

Monday, March 8, 8:00 p.m.

2010 DHJC Lucky Buck$ calendars are now available -- $25 each. Buying a calendar gives you 1,800 chances to win money every day of the year. Each calendar has a unique set of five four-digit numbers. If your five number are drawn in the daily NY State Lottery Evening Win-4 Drawing, you win that day's prize (min. $50, max $500) as shown on the calendar, and DHJC issues you a check. You've got to be in it to win it! To reserve your calendars, please call the DHJC today at 499-6644. Congratulations to our latest Lucky Buck$ winner - Lori Steck.

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COMING UP
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Conversational Hebrew Ulpan

Beginning in March, ten weekly classes at two levels

Beginner (Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate (Tuesdays, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.). Taught by Vilma Levy. Tuition $250.

Sisterhood Fashion Show - "A Night in the Big Apple"
Thursday, March 18, 7:00 p.m.
Fashions by Marsh's of Huntington.
$60. RSVP by Friday, March 5, to Barbara Feinstein (mbjsr@optonline.net).

Random Acts of Kindness Photo Exhibit Sunday, March 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Please join us and see the display of photographs of acts of kindness taken by the children of our Religious School and Youth Group.

Pre-Passover Food Collection Sunday, March 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. As you prepare for Passover the Social Action Committee will collect chometz and other non-perishables to donate to Wyandanch Outreach Center. If you can’t make it please leave your donations in the Social Action bins in the synagogue lobby. For more information please write socialaction@dhjc.org

Special Guest Speaker - Abe Foxman of ADL

Thursday, March 25, 7:30 p.m.

Our guest speaker will be Abe Foxman, National Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and longtime leader in the fight against anti-Semitism <http://tinyurl.com/AbeFoxman>.

First Seder

Monday evening, March 29

Yom haShoah Commemoration
Sunday, April 11, 7:30 p.m.

DHJC Trip to Israel
Departing Sunday, July 25

In this economic crisis,

the Jewish community is here for you.

In this recession, many are in need of support -- even those who never expected to need assistance. The Jewish community is here for you. UJA-Federation of NY’s Connect to Care provides employment and career-transition services, including job networking opportunities and career seminars; financial consultation, debt counseling, and budget assistance; legal services; supportive counseling; and volunteer opportunities. For more information or a confidential referral to Connect to Care services, contact 631.486.2521 or connect-to-care@syjcc.org.

Nassau Holocaust Center - Grand Opening Event, April 18

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (located in Glen Cove) invites Holocaust survivors and their families to a grand opening event on Sunday April 18. For more information please contact DHJC's own Gail Kastenholz (gsk50@verizon.net) or the Center (516.571.8040 Ext. 108, jillfishbin@holocaust-nassau.org). All congregants are welcome to visit the Center's new multi-media museum. Call 516.571.8040 for hours and directions.

Friday Afternoon Volunteers Sought

* personal care and household cleaning items
Collection bins are in the DHJC lobby.

Your Excess Food Can Feed Our Neighbors
Please consider this mitzvah: After any simcha or sorrow you can donate any excess food to help feed our less fortunate neighbors. Please contact Debbie Biederman at socialaction@dhjc.org .

Upcoming Events

Passover Candy Sale - View Flyer

Learn with Chazan Bear

Stuart Wolfer Memorial Fund

Books for Israel Project

Paperback books in good condition

Early reading books K-12 and dictionaries

Drop off in the vestibule

Social Action

There is an ongoing Eye Glass Drive throughout the year.

Donate your eye glasses at the Shul Office

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