August 19, 2008
Register Now for 2008-2009!!!
10:00 AM Archives Committee.
NOTE: Calling All History Majors - Interested in continuing your study of history? We're looking for a few volunteers for our Archives & History Committees. Our Archives Committee works to preserve & maintain the history of our congregation. Our History Committee works to strengthen history studies in all aspects of our Temple’s life. To help, please contact Rabbi Reiner (202-363-6394).
The survey takes only 15-20 minutes & is easy to complete at: www.TempleSurvey.org
LEARN TO READ HEBREW IN 1 DAY!
Ever wanted to learn how to read Hebrew but never had the time to take a class? Well now you can learn how to read basic Hebrew in just ONE DAY!
Join Adult Hebrew teacher Leesa Fine for the Adult Hebrew Marathon:
Sunday, 9/7/08 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. Cost: $100 (includes lunch, books & materials). Childcare available upon request.
PLEASE SIGN-UP ON OR BEFORE 8/29/08 by contacting Jill A. Stepak, Director of Religious Education at jstepak@templesinaidc.org or 202-363-1942.
Topic: “Agriprocessors - Can Meat Be Kosher If Labor Policies Aren't?"
Join us Monday, 9/15/08 at 12:45 PM.
Guest Speaker: Temple Member Dr. Bill Polk will speak on Spirituality – an Introduction to the High Holidays. For reservations, call Judie or Bob Bor (301-587-5793) by Friday, 9/12.
Daytimers organizes a monthly program during the day at Temple Sinai. Everyone is welcome. Bring a brown bag lunch. Dessert and coffee are provided. A contribution of $2 is requested to cover basic costs.
Also see HHD Newsletter in RELATED ITEMS->
Join our Couples Club and 20’s~30’s Group
CALLING ALL HISTORY MAJORS!
August 18, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
August 17, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
Hachnasat Orchim - Welcoming Guests
August 16, 2008
9:15 AM Torah Study & Informal Shabbat Service.
10:00 AM Simchat Shabbat.
August 15, 2008
PLEASE NOTE OUR SUMMER SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Torah Reading: D’varim (Deuteronomy 1:1—3:22).
6:00 PM Prozdor (Appetizers).
6:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat.
Chanukah Mart Preparation; see RELATED ITEM->
August 14, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
Also see HHD Order Form in RELATED ITEMS->
August 13, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
Please note that the monthly Temple Sinai Board of Trustees meeting for August has been cancelled.
August 12, 2008
Click below for our 2008-09 Adult Hebrew Program.
Adult Hebrew Classes: The Hebrew classes are focused on Prayer Hebrew and basic Torah. The classes focus on reading, grammar and basic decoding skills.
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class: This class is a two year commitment and begins again every two years. The next class will open this Fall 2008. For more information, and to sign up for the 2008 class, contact Rabbi Portnoy's assistant, Linda Katz at 202-363-6394 (x206) or lkatz@templesinaidc.org.
Travel to Israel with Rabbi Fred Reiner & Sherry Levy-Reiner
Attention 4th, 5th, & 6th Graders!!!
Join teacher, Ronny Tabeka for a special Hebrew program filled with games & other fun surprises!
August 11-14, 2008 (10:00-12:30 pm). Pizza lunch is also provided. Registration is required by 8/10 and there is no fee.
This program is recommended to students who received comments recommending Hebrew tutoring or Hebrew summer camp.
Fill out the form below!
10:00 AM Archives Committee.
August 11, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
August 10, 2008
COMBINED JULY-AUG. ISSUE: ALSO SEE CALENDAR & EVENTS (ABOVE). ASK OFFICE FOR ELECTRONIC DELIVERY!
TISHA B’AV.
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
August 09, 2008
Bulletin Deadline!
9:15 AM Torah Study & Informal Shabbat Service.
August 08, 2008
MULTI-FAITH ROUNDTABLE (Sponsored by Temple Sinai Sisterhood)
TOPIC: Isaiah.
DATE: Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008.
PLACE: Temple Sinai.
RSVP BY: Sept. 2, 2008.
Admission free, but reservations required. To reserve contact Evelyn Kaitz at 301-881-1132 or Alice Rabin at 301-622-4385.
For prior roundtable, click MORE INFO below. For other Sisterhood events, see RELATED ITEMS->
From the Religious School:
Visit Temple Sinai’s Library & have fun reading this summer! Our Library is chock full of books for everyone.
Stop in & browse or click below for suggestions. More: STUDY (above) & RELATED ITEMS->
Torah Reading: D’varim (Deut. 1:1-3:22).
6:00 PM Prozdor (Appetizers).
6:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service (no BBQ).
Kick off the new program year at the joint Sisterhood-Brotherhood Opening Dinner!
The evening begins at 6:30 PM with hors d’oeuvres & wine, dinner at 7:15 PM, followed by a program.
Our featured speaker for the evening will be Martin Goldsmith, director of classical music programming at XM Satellite Radio in Washington, discussing “The Arts & Survival.”
Mr. Goldsmith, former host of Performance Today, NPR’s daily classical music program, is also the author of “The Inextinguishable Symphony.”
Ticket are $24 for members and $27 for non-members.
Dinner choices: Chicken or Vegetarian.
To hold your reservation, your check must be RECEIVED BY 9/8/08 (as this is a catered dinner). Send your check, payable to Temple Sinai Sisterhood, to Gertrude Slifkin, at 4550 N. Park Avenue, T1-13, Chevy Chase, MD 20815.
Be sure to note your dinner choice & phone number on your check.
Temple Sinai Sisterhood and the Music Committee
invite you to: PETER PAN, THE MUSICAL!
Sun., Dec. 7, 2008, 2 PM (Olney Theatre Center)
Bring your family & friends and join the fun!
Tickets for this fundraiser are $45 for adults / $35 for children under 18.
Advance reservations required. (Seats filled first-come, first-served.)
Send all reservation requests (with payment by check and your address & phone number) to Nessa Peters, 1010 Cannon Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
RESERVE EARLY! TICKETS ARE LIMITED.
DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF RESERVATIONS IS 11/15/08.
2008-2009 Program Notes; Mark Your Calendar!
August 07, 2008
8:00 PM Ritual Committee Meeting.
August 06, 2008
7:30 PM Officers' Meeting
August 05, 2008
10:00 AM Archives Committee.
August 04, 2008
MAC Regional Biennial, Oct. 24-26, 2008.
Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort in Flintstone, MD.
Join professionals & lay leaders from 72 congregations in the Mid-Atlantic Region to study, learn, worship, relax and network.
Our theme: “In the Beginning … Judaism & Our Earth.”
We will gather to discuss how we can care for our planet & our people.
2008 MAC Regional Biennial offers many registration packages including the complete package ($298). Please be sure to register before Oct. 3, 2007 to avoid late fees.
Attendees should contact the Rocky Gap Lodge directly at 800.724.0828 to reserve a room. From Oct. 24 - Oct. 26, 2008 single/double rooms are $160.00 per night plus taxes.
Reservations must be made by Sept. 28, 2008.
When making reservations, please refer to this event as: Union for Reform Judaism Mid-Atlantic Council Biennial Convention.
For more, click MORE INFO below:
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
August 03, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
August 02, 2008
Summer's Here & Adventure Camp Too!
RABBI EUGENE LIPMAN’S ISRAEL EXPERIENCES (UNABRIDGED)
9:15 AM Torah Study & Informal Shabbat Service.
10:30 AM Kehillat Shabbat
August 01, 2008
Torah Reading: Mas’ei (Numbers 33:1—36:13).
6:00 PM Prozdor (Appetizers).
6:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat.
Join us for Sisterhood's New & Improved Chanukah Mart!!
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008 (9 AM - 3 PM)
We’ve recruited vendors from some of the best shows around and will offer a wide variety of wonderful gifts for your entire family.
We’ll Still Have All Your Favorites ... Judaica needs, homemade foods & baked treats!
Don’t miss this opportunity to gather with friends and family while supporting Sisterhood!
To volunteer, contact Carole Brand: 301-657-2547 or csbrand@verizon.net.
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For a recap of the 2007 Chanukah Mart, click MORE INFO below.
July 31, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
July 30, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
July 29, 2008
10:00 AM Archives Committee.
July 28, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
July 27, 2008
Summer schedule; for more, please consult the Newsletter or Office (202-363-6394).
July 26, 2008
9:15 AM Torah Study & Informal Shabbat Service.
