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Federation Star
COMMUNITY FOCUS
February 2024
NAPLES JEWISH CONGREGATION
TEMPLE SHALOM
www.naplestemple.org / 239-455-3030
Temple Shalom events open to the community By Jeanette Fischer, Temple Shalom Director of Communications
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oin us for the following January events:
Sunday School for adults
Sunday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. Rabbi Emeritus James Perman leads this second session of a two-part course. This year’s offering focuses on the biblical books of Samuel and Kings.
Ladino Culture from Yesterday to Today: A Musical Journey
Monday, Feb. 5 at 2 p.m. Through interactive “Sing-Talk,” singer Sara Aroeste combines Sephardic history, storytelling and lots of song! Register at tinyurl.com/TS-LadinoMusic.
The Development of Modern Israeli Culture Through Film
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 14, 21 at 12:30 p.m. A continuing exploration of the different aspects of Israeli history and culture through film clips. Registration required at tinyurl.com/TS-IsraeliFilm.
Rabbi Harold Kushner Book Review Series
Rabbi Frank Muller presents a monthly series of discussions on the books of Rabbi Kushner. February’s book is “Living a Life That Matters.” Register at tinyurl.com/ TS-KushnerSeries.
Soulful Shabbat
Friday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Join us for a musical Shabbat conducted entirely in song and accompanied by the Temple Shalom Band.
One Family Festival
Sunday, Feb. 25 at 11 a.m. Honoring Tussy and Neil Shnider and thanking the Temple Shalom One Family Committee Chairs. Concert by the Jewish rock band, Dan Nichols & Eighteen, food and 50/50 drawing. Register online at tinyurl.com/OneFamily 10Years.
www.naplesjewishcongregation.org / 239-431-3858
Naples Jewish Congregation events By Chuck Naumoff, Publicity Chair
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he following January events are open to all in the community:
Adult education
Join us Friday, Feb. 23 at 5 p.m., when Rabbi Howard Herman will speak about Jewpernaural: Signs, Spirits and Superstition in Jewish Life. A light dinner ($10) and services to follow. As a congregation, NJC is committed to promote education and reflective discussion of the compelling issues that we all face as Americans and Jews. Rabbi Herman is a poignant, insightful and entertaining educator, who generously shares his knowledge and brings about a vibrant and respectful exchange of ideas and beliefs. We will meet to discuss: • How we have only grown more fascinated by mysterious topics like the meaning of dreams.
Torah Study
Join our virtual Torah Study Saturday mornings at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. All are welcome! Come to explore and connect with Jewish teachings. Email info@ naplestemple.org for the Zoom link.
Tributes
Sunday, Feb. 11 at 10:30 a.m.
To:
BETH TIKVAH
www.bethtikvahnaples.org / 239-434-1818
Steve Schreier We wish you a happy and healthy Birthday, and many, many more
From Beth Tikvah
From: Rolly and Adir Jacob Hilda and Marty Levine Mona and Jay Brodsky Susan Kay and Murray Schachter
By Lee Henson, Program Director
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• The existence of angels, demons and extraterrestrials • The power of the evil eye • The reality of tarot cards • Psychics With record interest inspiring curiosity, dread and mockery, this class probes the Talmud, Jewish philosophy and Kabbalah to provide Jewish perspectives and guidance for everyone who is curious about these questions. Join us for dinner ($10 at the door) after the class and before services. We can continue the discussion or just share the social moment, then attend the Friday night Shabbat Service that follows. Dinner reservations may be made by emailing dlechtner@gmail.com or calling Dick Lechtner at 814-882-4578.
hope that you have had a great new year, joining Beth Tikvah in our many inspiring events. We began January with a special treat: an eat and learn event on the 5th featuring Dr. Leo Gordon speaking on "The Clandestine Medical School of the Warsaw Ghetto." Then, on Jan. 9, we had Joyce Schrager and Dr. June Sochen speak on the "Five Hotspots in the World Today." Rabbi Chorny is holding several special classes on Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m., discussing "Six Who Changed the World: Moses, Jesus, Paul, Marx, Freud and Einstein." Do come and participate in the remaining class Feb. 14. Jan. 18, Shelley Goodman continued our Speakers' Series and will be followed
by Neil Adleman on Feb. 20. These lectures are held at 7:30 p.m. Mark your calendars now! On Jan. 28, we remembered the Holocaust and honored Gen Shoah with a film, "Bagels Over Berlin." On Feb. 17, we will honor our "Women of Influence" here at Beth Tikvah. It will be a special moment to honor our unique and valuable women for all that they continue to do. Speaking of women, don't forget Rosh Hodesh. We will meet Feb. 11 and March 10. Do remember to check out our website, www.bethtikvahnaples.org, for the most up-to-date information, including Zoom links.
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Stu Schweitzer In honor of your 80th Birthday
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Phyllis Garon In honor of your milestone Birthday
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Judit and Richard Price In honor of your Anniversary
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Freddi Peltz In Memory of Jean Wichter May your mother’s memory be a blessing.
From: Gayle and Marty Dorio Jane Schiff
Pam Krangel In Memory of Warren Krangel.
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From: Mona and Jay Brodsky To:
Sybil Mitchell In Memory of Lew Mitchell A wonderful man who was dearly loved by many.
Jane Perman In Memory of Wendy Wald May your cousin’s memory be a blessing.
From: Gayle and Marty Dorio To:
Jane Shaw In memory of Paul Shaw Your friendship will be forever missed.
From: Gail and Les Nizin
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To place a Tribute in the Federation Star in honor or memory of someone, please contact Linda Sherman at the Federation office at 239-263-4205 or lsherman@jewishnaples.org. Tributes require a minimum donation of $18. A note will be sent to the person/family you are honoring. Tributes help further the work of Jewish Federation of Greater Naples.
