Events
Mazal Tov
We would like to wish a Mazel Tov to Rabbi Gil and Sara Simchi on the birth of baby girl, Hanna. Mazel tov also to Great-Grandparents Mrs. Phyliss Alt and Mr. Moshe Friedman and Grandparents Elaine and Howard Alt and Pam and Israel Simchi of Fair Lawn, New Jersey. May they be M'gadla for Torah, Chupah and Maasim Tovim.
Mazel Tov to Toby and Larry Feder on the birth of a granddaughter, Gittle Leba, born to Tali and Jonathan Feder.
Mazel Tov also to great grandmother, Sally Rosenberg, and Hendel and Aaron Grushko.
Kiddush
Kiddush this Shabbat is being cosponsored by Shlomo and Sarah Barber
in memory of their father and father in law Rabbi Abraham Golowa, and
by Gil and Sara Simchi and Howard and Elaine Alt on the birth of Hanna
Simchi.
YU Shabbaton - Parshat Vayera - Nov 11-12
We are pleased to announce our participation in the YU Shabbaton which is taking place in Teaneck and Bergenfield this Shabbat, November 11 and 12. Rabbi Ciment has been working closely with YU's Center for the Jewish Future to secure a speaker for us. We are privileged to have Rabbi Ozer Glickman speak to us twice:
- Friday between Mincha and Ma'ariv: Three Halakhic Puzzles for Shabbos Night
- During Seudat Shlishit: Modern Orthodoxy and the Collapse of Wall Street.
Rabbi Glickman is a Rosh Yeshiva at RIETS where he has been teaching Talmud and halacha to smicha students since 2000. He previously taught halacha and American Legal Theory at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and is affiliated with its Program in Jewish Law and Interdisciplinary Studies. We look forward to Rabbi Glickman's talks.
Upcoming Simcha
Kiddush - November 26
We will be having our next Simcha Kiddush on November 26, 2011. If you're celebrating a simcha in October, November and/or December, please e-mail all names with the date(s) of the birthday and/or anniversary to Holly Weiss at holly.ohrenweiss1@gmail.com. The cost to participate is $25 per name. All participants will be recognized in the weekly announcements and next newsletter. Thanks again for your participation.
Annual Chanukah Toy Drive
Arzei Darom will be participating in the community toy drive for this coming Chanukah.
For more information, click here.
Youth Committee News
Bnei Akiva
Please join Bnei Akiva of Teaneck Darom for our first snifim of the year.
Snif on Shabbat, November 12th
Where: Congregation Netivot Shalom at 811 Palisade Avenue.
When: 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Save the date of December 3rd for our next snif at Congregation Arzei Darom.
If you have questions, please contact Pam Scheininger at pscheininger@hotmail.com.
Fall/Winter Friday Night Onegs
We are in the process of setting times for our set of onegs during the fall and winter. Last year, we had a very successful season, and we would like to build upon our past success. This year, we would like to have one oneg during the months of November, December, January and February. We are again looking for sponsors. We have two levels of sponsorship:
Single Oneg Sponsor - $25
Season Sponsor - $100
If you would like to become a sponsor of this terrific mix of Torah and social activity, please contact Rocky Cohen at mrrocks@gmail.com.
Learning Opportunities
We are always looking for opportunities to strengthen our connection to Torah. The more Torah in the shul, the better, so let us know if you have any other suggestions.
- Rabbi Ciment's shiur is switching to Wednesday nights at 8:30 pm.
- Halachot of Shabbat (8:15 am, Shabbat morning) - Hilchot Borer (separating foods/items).
We are starting a new topic, so it's a perfect opportunity for newcomers to join the class.
Friday Night Mikvah Project
We want to thank Menachem Schechter for both taking on this very important endeavor, and for coming to speak with us about the status of the project. We hope that you will give generously to this worthy cause which will allow our community to practice aspects of Taharat Ha'Mishpacha in the most appropriate fashion. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Menachem at Michael.schechter@jpmorgan.com.
Chessed Opportunities
Bikur Cholim Volunteers
Arzei Darom is looking for bikur cholim volunteers to visit the patients at CareOne and Holy Name Medical Center on Shabbat. For those who have volunteered in the past, the visits are gratefully appreciated. Please volunteer and encourage your children to join you for this great mitzvah. Please e-mail Susan Taubes at bikurcholim@arzeidarom.org, so she can add your name to the rotation list and we can have an organized schedule each Shabbat.
Social Hall Rentals
Having a party? Need space for a simcha? Know someone who is? Arzei Darom's social is available for rent at reasonable prices. Please send an email to hallrental@arzeidarom.org for further information.
Important Safety Notice
PLEASE DO NOT BLOCK the doorways or the walkway leading to the doors to the shul with your baby carriage. We understand that if it is raining or snowing you do not want your carriage to get wet, but this is a safety issue. The doorways MUST NOT BE BLOCKED AT ANY TIME.
Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.
Kiddush Committee News
Holly Weiss will be helping to coordinate kiddush and seudat shlishit sponsorships. To participate in an upcoming Crock Pot Challenge, other Kiddush or seudat shlishit opportunities, please contact Holly Weiss at kiddush@arzeidarom.org.
Kiddush clean up is on a rotating basis, based on your last name.
While we recognize that everyone in your group may not be available each Shabbat, we ask that you pitch in if you are assigned in that month so that the same people are not doing the clean-up each week.
We all like kiddushes and we all make plans for lunch after shul so please be respectful of your fellow congregants by helping out during your assigned month if you are in shul.
November: Krupnick, Leifer, Levin, Lichtenstein, Littwin
For information on sponsoring a Kiddush, Kiddush cleanup, or the Kiddush committee, please contact kiddush@arzeidarom.org.
Yahrzeit Memorial Plaques
If you are interested in purchasing a plaque, please call
Ari Eiger at
201-530-5600
or e-mail
yahrzeit@arzeidarom.org
Dedicate A Sefer Or A Volume Of Shas
A wonderful way to commemorate an anniversary, honor a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, a significant birthday, marriage, or birth, or in memory of a loved one, is to dedicate a sefer.
In addition to the label that is placed in the volume, an acknowledgement card is mailed out.
- Artscroll Hebrew/English Siddurim - $30
- Artscroll Hebrew only Siddurim - $18
- Stone Chumashim - $45
- Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur Machzor - $30
- Set of 2 Machzorim - $55
- Artscroll Hebrew/English Selichot - $25
- Dedicate a volume of Gemara - $36
- Dedicate a volume in the Shul Library - various amounts
- Dedicate a volume in the Moises ben Rafael Sarue Library - $20 each
- Artscroll Children's Siddur, or other children's book - $20 each
If you would like to dedicate a sefer, please contact seforim@arzeidarom.org. The form is also available on our web site.
Communications Committee News
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Community Events
Netivot Shalom
Netivot Shalom welcomes renowned herring makers Mechy’s Deli of Seasons (Queens) and Maadan (of Teaneck ) and a surprise 3rd Vendor to Teaneck to celebrate all things herring. The evening will showcase a tasting of a wide variety of herrings, fine vodkas as well as select single malt scotch. It will be an evening perfect for aficionados and newcomers alike.
At the Herring Festival , guests will sample a variety of herrings, including Matjes, Schmaltz, Honey Mustard, Spicy Matjes, Sweet and Sour and others. In addition, we will have a sampling of smoked salmon and roes , all accompanied with breads, olives, potatoes, beets, and hard boiled eggs in the traditional Finlandian style. This year we will also have an “Old School” table that will remind everyone of yesteryear kiddushes. Accompanying the herring will be an array of premium vodkas a s well as single malt scotch (for the non-purists).
Tickets are $45 if reserved by email prior to November 27th at: herringfestival@gmail.com .
After November 27th, the cost will be $55. Sponsorship level is available for $136, which includes admission for 2, plus 1lb of herring to take home (spouse permitting).
Rav Aharon Lichtenstein comes to Netivot Shalom
Netivot Shalom very excited to announce that Ha-Rav Dr. Aharon Lichtenstein, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Har Eztion, will be delivering a shiur on the topic of "Minhag Yisrael: On the Nature and Scope of Custom in Jewish Law" at Netivot Shalom this coming Sunday morning, November 13, 2011 at 8:45 AM immediately following Shacharit services at 8:00.
Ben Porat Family Carnival - Nov 13
Ben Porat Yosef invites the entire community to its annual Family Carnival to be held this Sunday, November 13th from 11 AM
- 2 PM - Rain or Shine.
Program highlights: magician/ventriloquist, petting zoo, blow-up rides, carnival games, arts and crafts, free raffle, refreshments, music and so much fun for everyone.
For tzedaka you can bring: stuffed animals for donation to "Bears from Bergenfield", new children's books for age K - 8 for "Bergen Reads", and new wrapped school supplies for needy children in Bergen County.
Admission: $10/child, parents free.
Sponsorship/Ad Opportunities:
$1000, $740, $540, $360, $180, $54.
All proceeds to benefit the BPY Scholarship Fund and NNJ Kids.
Yavneh Academy Scholarship Run - Nov 13
The seventh annual Yavneh Academy Benjamin Schwartz Memorial 5K Scholarship Run at the Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey will take place on Sunday, November 13, 2011 at 7:30 a.m. The proceeds of this race will benefit Yavneh Academy's Scholarship needs. Visit http://www.yavnehacademy.org/news/5k-scholarship-run for more information, online registration, and sponsorship opportunities.
Teaneck Jewish Community Council Film Program - Nov 13
On Sunday, November 13, 2011 at 10 am, the Jewish Community Council of Greater
Teaneck & Bergenfield presents a morning of original films from the Ma'aleh Film School,
Jerusalem
Ma'aleh's graduates have included Laizy Shapira, creator of the acclaimed
"Srugim" series. This program will include three finely crafted films
created by Ma'aleh graduates and it will be moderated by Neta Ariel,
Director of Ma'aleh, who will lead a discussion after the screening.
The screening will take place at the Jewish Center of Teaneck, 70 Sterling
Place, Teaneck, NJ 07666.
This event is part of the Teaneck International Film Festival. Tickets are
$5 in advance (www.teaneckfilmfestival.org.) or $7 at the door.
Films to be screened are:
- The Divide* (2011; Fiction; 20 minutes; Director - Tzvi Yehuda Herling)
- A-Maiseh* (2003; Fiction; 18 minutes; Director - Yitzchak Sverdlov)
- I'm Ready* (2009; Drama; 15 minutes; Director - Esther Siton)
Yeshivat Ha'Atid Open House - Nov 14
Yeshivat He'Atid cordially invites all prospective parents to an Open House on Monday evening, November 14th/17th Cheshvan, at 8:00 p.m. at Congregation Rinat Yisrael - 389 West Englewood Ave.
Come discover our 21st century approach to an affordable and quality Jewish education.
Opening with pre-K through 2nd grade, based on demand.
Please RSVP by emailing volunteer@yeshivatheatid.org.
Gan Rina Open House - Nov 14
Gan Rina will be hosting its annual Open House on Monday, November 14th at 7:30pm, with a special shiur being given by Rabbi MichaelTaubes on “How to Raise a Mentch.” The shiur is open to all members ofthe community (even those not part of the Gan Rina family), so pleasefeel free to invite friends and family.
We are located at Congregation Beth Shalom, 354 Maitland Avenue,Teaneck, NJ.
Contact us at: (201) 833-0458 or ganrinanursery@gmail.com.
Beth Abraham - Nov 14
The Chofetz Chaim Heritage Foundation’s Women’s Tiferes Videos, shown worldwide in frum communities, focus on “Building Our Homes, Building Ourselves”.
This month’s Cheshvan 1 hour video, postponed due to the power outage, will be on Monday, November 14th at 10:15 am and 8:30 pm at Beth Abraham.
Topic “V’ahavta L’reiacha Kamocha”, Love and Acceptance of Yourself and Others.
We received positive feedback from last month’s video, hope you can join us.
For more info, contact Sharon Lynn:
Home:201.385.2575
Cell:646.456.0205
Lecture - Rabbinic Jurisdiction in Israel - Nov 17
Congregations Rinat Yisrael and Keter Torah are pleased to present an exciting panel discussion on "Rabbinic Jurisdiction in Israel", a practical view of understanding the role of the Israeli Chief Rabbinate relative to Rabbanei Tzohar in resolving major issues like marriage, divorce, conversion and death. Panelists include Rabbi Yuval Cherlow and Dr. Pnina Neuwirth and Rabbi Shalom Baum will act as moderator.
The event will take place Thursday, November 17, 7:45 PM at Cong. Keter Torah, 600 Roemer Avenue, Teaneck.
Parenting Workshop - Nov 19
There will be a positive parenting workshop for parents of pre-teens and teens, from 7:30 - 11 pm on Nov 19 at Ben Porat Yosef.
The program is sponsored by the OU, in conjunction with Ben Porat Yosef and the RCBC.
Click here for more details.
Hebrew Free Burial Association - Nov 20
The Hebrew Free Burial Association has designated the week of Parshat Chayei Sara for their annual campaign to raise awareness for their mission of ensuring that every Jew receives a proper and dignified Jewish funeral and burial.
They will be having a Community Chesed Day on Sunday, November 20th at 10 AM at Silver Lake Cemetery, 926 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY.
For more information, or to make a donation, please visit www.hebrewfreeburial.org.
Teaneck Mikvah Association - Nov 21
The Teaneck Mikvah Association invites all women to it's Annual Event featuring “The Big Apple Circus to Go”, Monday November 21st at 7:15 pm at Keter Torah. Dinner, program and raffle packages.
Reservations are required. Cost is $54 and various sponsorship opportunities are available.
For more information or to register online go to www.Teaneckmikvah.com/event.
Teaneck Mikva Countdown To Completion
With profound gratitude to Hashem, we are happy to report that our community's new Mikvah is complete. Our new structure with 18 preparation rooms, 4 borot, a handicapped accessible mikvah, kallah room and state of the art amenities is an institution of which we can all be proud. It has raised our shmirat hamitzvot to a new level of dignity and is alleviating the issues that plagued our old mikvah.
However, we are still in need of funds to close out our capital campaign. As you consider your tzedaka allocations, please consider the Mikvah, a community institution, which is a foundation of our kehilla and ensures the continuity of future generations. You will be receiving a fundraising brochure in the mail as well as a phone call from a shul liaison. We ask that you respond generously. With best wishes for a Chag Same'ach.
So You Think You Know YACHAD?
New Jersey Yachad, the leader in promoting and
facilitating inclusion in the Jewish community, is offering many exciting and supportive
programs for families who have children with special needs. Weekly parent support
groups, sibling support services, weekly inclusive social programs, Sunday trips, social
skills programs, torah and dinner, family day conferences and resource fairs, Inclusive
sleep away summer camps and travel programs & SO MUCH MORE!!! For more info,
please contact Chani Herrmann at herrmann@ou.org.
DON’T MISS OUT!!
Tomchei Shabbos of Bergen County
Tomchei Shabbos is desperately seeking drivers for Wednesday night deliveries.
Please contact Chani Schmutter 201-833-2320 or email chaniruth@att.net, if you are able to help out.
Tomchei Shabbos of Bergen County is looking for volunteers to join the following committees:
Design committee - Looking for individuals with graphic design expertise to help build a PR portfolio
i.e brochure
Drivers - Drivers are needed to drive Wednesday night, both on a steady basis or to be a substitute driver.
Technology - Looking for individuals with either web development expertise, MS Access
or A/R software knowledge.
Donations in kind - This committee is involved in seeking and facilitating companies to make donation in kind (i.e donating food, candles etc.)that will go into the Shabbat packages.
Incorporating chesed in your simcha - Looking for creative and organized individuals to help families incorporate Tomchei Shabbos in their simcha.
Accounts Receivable - This committee will help the head of accounting perform weekly tasks i.e bring deposits to the bank, etc.
Event Planning - Many different skill sets are needed for this committee. If event planning excites you please sign up for this committee.
If you are interested in joining any of these committees please email Sara Walzman at sdwalzman@yahoo.com. Please put the committee name(s) inthe subject line and let us know of any special skill set you would like to share and what experience you may have.
Teaneck Baby Gemach - New Contact Information!
The Teaneck Baby Gemach has moved, and will now be coordinated by Ginnine and Avi Fried. We thank our founder, Rachel Fleisher, for her tireless efforts on its behalf for the last two years. The Gemach is here to assist families with baby equipment and toys, clothing up to size 4T for girls and boys, formula, diapers, and baby food. It is open to anyone in Bergen County regardless of financial status. If you would like to receive items anonymously through the Gemach, you may send an email to TeaneckBabyGemach@gmail.com with the items you need and we will try our best to help you. We are still low on the following items and would appreciate donations of diapers, specialty formula (Soy, Gentlease, Nutramigen, etc.) and regular formula, baby food, and clothing in new or like new condition.
If you would like to assist the gemach, we are always in need of funds to buy diapers and formula, and we are also in need of people's time to help pick up and sort items. We can offer you a tax donation letter for any funds donated, and a chesed hours certificate for time served helping out the gemach.
We look forward to serving the community.
FRIDAY NIGHT MIKVAH FOR WOMEN
If you are scheduled to use the Teaneck Mikvah on a Friday night and would like to confidentially arrange to walk home with another woman walking back to this side of town (i.e.: Beth Aaron, Young Israel, etc.), please leave a message for Cyla Steinmetz at the following confidential voicemail number:
212-851-8953.
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