Chabad of Penn Wynne Program Guide

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5774 PROGRAM GUIDE 2013/14 Chabad of Penn Wynne

Serving every aspect of Jewish Life

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High Holiday Service Guide on Page 4

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The Programs and activities of Chabad of Penn Wynne are inspired and guided by the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe of blessed memory.

Contents: 4 High Holidays 5 Sukkot & Simchat Torah 6 Chanukah This guide and the programs, events, classes and services that we are offering this year are dedicated in memory of my dear cousin and best friend Zevi Silver o”bm. Zevi fought courageously through sickness and pain, and taught us all what it means to believe.

Zevi was very involved in initiating outreach programs in his home town of Mequon, WI. The short 31 years that he was with us were a blessing for all who knew him, and he is sorely missed.

Dedicated by Zevi’s parents Avremel and Hindy Silver

Thank You!

6 Purim 7 Passover 7 Lag B’Omer 8 Shavuot 8 Challah Factory 9 Shabbat @ Chabad 10 Linking Hearts Seniors Programs 11 Featured Lecture: Rabbi Israel Haber 12 Jewish Learning Institute Courses 14 After School Jewish Enrichment 15 Support Chabad 16 Motzei Shabbat Café

Unless otherwise noted, Chabad of Penn Wynne’s programs, events and Services take place at, and many are presented in conjunction with the Kaiserman JCC at 45 Haveford Rd, Wynnewood, PA. We would like to thank the staff of the JCC for working diligently with us to present you with many of our programs!

August 2013 / Elul 5773

Dear Friends, It is our pleasure to present you with our program guide for the upcoming year, 5774. We have added more of our most popular programs such as Thursday afternoon Challah baking as well as many new programs including senior visitation and an after-school Jewish enrichment club.

Our mission at Chabad of Penn Wynne is to make Judaism accessible to everyone. With the firm belief in the inherent beauty, spirituality and value of each individual and the significance of every moment and act of goodness to change the world, Chabad has and continues to welcome people of all backgrounds and affiliations in a nonjudgmental fashion, and is dedicated to meeting the social, educational, and religious needs of our community. There is no membership required, so please look through this guide and see all that we have to offer, and we hope to see you at one of our classes, services or events soon!

As we approach Rosh Hashanah, we wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy and sweet new year.

May you be inscribed in the book of life, blessing, prosperity and peace.

Shana Tova,

Rabbi Moshe & Devorah Brennan Rabbi Zalman & Miriam Gerber

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No experience or tickets necessary.

All are welcome to join us! Our services are casual and easy to follow.

Hebrew-English prayer books along with song and commentary enable everyone to be an active participant. Unless otherwise specified, all Services take place at the Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood.

S’lichos saturday night, august 31 at 1:00 am at the home of Rabbi Moshe and Devorah Brennan 239 Rock Glen Rd, Wynnewood

Rosh Hashanah

Yom Kippur

Wednesday, September 4 Evening Services 7:10 pm

Friday, September 13 (Yom Kippur eve) Light Candles 6:56 pm Fast begins 6:56 pm Kol Nidrei 7:00 pm

Thursday, September 5 Morning Service 9:00 am Sounding of the Shofar ~11:15 am Evening Service 7:10 pm Friday, September 6 Morning Service 9:00 am Sounding of the Shofar ~11:15 am Evening Service 7:10 pm

Shabbat, September 14 (Yom Kippur day) Morning Service 9:30 am Yizkor ~12:00 Noon (Approx) Mincha 5:15 pm Neilah (Concluding Service) 6:30 pm Fast/Yom Tov ends 7:53 pm

Services are free of charge (donations appreciated!).

To sponsor the Yom Kippur Break-fast email: Moshe@chabadpennwynne.org.

We offer a full Children’s program during the morning services.

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sukkot simchat @Chabad torah sukkot Services: Thurs, Sept 19 & Fri, Sept 20

Wednesday, Sept 25: Hoshanah Rabbah

Morning Service: 9:30 am

Thursday, Sept 26: Shmini Atzeret

sushi bar & grill in the sukkah:

Sunday, Sept 22, 12:30 – 2:30 pm At the Kaiserman JCC • Moon Bounce • Art’s & Crafts • Games & Multi Media • Sushi Bar & BBQ Grill Fun for the whole family $10/Adult. $5/Child. $40/family max.

order your lulav & etrog We are once again offering Lulavim & Etrogim for sale. For more information please contact Rabbi Moshe Brennan at (610) 529-9011 or Moshe@chabadpennwynne.org.

Evening Services 6:40 pm Kiddush and Hakafot 7:30 pm Morning Service 9:30 am Yizkor memorial ~11:15 am (Approx) Evening Services 6:40 pm

simchat torah family celebration Thursday, Sept 26 at 7:30 pm Kiddush, Hakafot & Community Dinner Cost: $12/Adult . $8/Child.

RSVP info@chabadpennwynne.org

Friday, Sept 27 Morning Services 10:00 am Kiddush Followed by Hakafot 11:15 am

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Chanukah purim Extravaganza @chabad Sunday, Nov 24 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

• Chanukah Games • Game Show • Art Projects • Inflatable’s • Dreidel Game • Olive Press • And much more!

$5/person.

Community Chanukah Party

tuesday, Dec 3 5:00 – 7:00 pm

• Chinese Dinner • Game Show • Board Games • Multi-Media Presentation • And much more!

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sat. night, mar 15 Evening Services 7:55 pm Megillah Reading 8:05 pm Followed by Havdalah and Light refreshments

Purim in

the Shtetl

annual purim feast

Sunday, MAR 16 Megillah Reading Live Music Get ready to have a lot of fun and enjoy a blast from the past!

Entertainment for the Entire Family!

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passover lag b’omer seder in NYC Participate in Chabad’s traditional Seder

Monday, april 14 7:30 pm For reservations please call: (610) 529-9011

order your shmurah matzah To order the traditional round hand-made Shmurah Matzah for Passover, call (610) 529-9011

Join us for a trip to New York on a luxury coach bus and participate in The GreatParade! Includes Floats and a concert with Jewish music’s most talented artists!

Sunday, may 18 7 AM – 7 pm • Midway Rides • Concessions • BBQ and more!

Fun for the whole family!

Stay tuned for more information.

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shavuot party YOUR HERITAGE: IT’S ROCK SOLID

challah chanukah factory

We invite children of all ages, parents and grandparents to join in the fun, baking your very own Shabbat Challah on Thursday afternoons at 5:00pm!

Wednesday, june 4

Come and have a great time!

No cost! All are Welcome!

No affiliation necessary

11:15am

October 24 November 7 & 21 December 5 & 19 January 9 & 23 February 6 & 20 March 6 & 20 April 3

first day of shavuot

Ice cream party and reading of the Ten Commandments At the Kaiserman JCC. RSVP not required.

12:30pm

Community Luncheon (Dairy) Please RSVP.

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hshabbat shabbat @chabad dinners Chabad of Penn Wynne invites you to Shabbat Morning Services at the Kaiserman JCC (45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood PA) every Shabbat morning at 9:30 am.

Followed by Kiddush at 11:45.

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Warm and welcoming environment

Services 4:40. Dinner 5:50.

Easy to follow traditional service with Hebrew/English prayer books All are welcome. No membership or affiliation necessary!

For more information, or to sponsor a Kiddush following services, please call: 610-529-9011 Moshe@ChabadPennWynne.org ChabadPennWynne.org

Whether you are a regular at Chabad events or joining us for the first time, you will find our Shabbat services and Friday night dinners to be welcoming and relaxing.

Come with friends or make new ones! This is absolutely the best way to transition from the hustle bustle of the week to the quiet and serene rejuvenation we call Shabbat.

Services 6:15. Dinner 7:30.

November 8 January 10

Services 4:40. Dinner 5:45.

February 7

Services 5:10. Dinner 6:15. $12 Adults · $8 Children Info/RSVP: Moshe@ChabadPennWynne.org (610) 529-9011

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Linking Hearts

Seniors Programs

The Jewish community we live in is blessed to have a large demographic of seniors. It is up to each and every one of us to be there for them, not just as thanks for making the world a better place for us, but because it is simply the right thing to do.

To that end Chabad of Penn Wynne has recently launched Linking Hearts.

Its mission is to make sure all seniors in our community know that there is someone looking out for them. We accomplish this through a visitation program, where volunteers are paired with seniors and are expected to visit weekly or at least bi-monthly.

We will also create a host of holiday programs, Shabbat dinners and classes specifically geared towards the senior community.

Your help is integral to making this a reality! Are you, or do you know of a senior that can benefit from these services? Can you volunteer and give 15 minutes once a week to visit a senior in our community?

Please e-mail moshe@chabadpennwynne.org or call 610-529-9011, and you will quickly learn that nothing in the world feels better than knowing you really helped to make a difference in the life of another!

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featured lecturE

From the Heights of Alaska to the Golan Heights An evening with

Rabbi Israel Haber

Former United States Air Force Chaplain

Monday, October 28, 7:30 pm At the Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood Light Refreshments Rabbi Israel Haber has traveled the world talking about his amazing and truly unique adventures.

His story of triumph and hope, told with humor and wit will keep you laughing all night long. Rabbi Haber combines just the right amount of inspiration and humor, to leave you feeling entertained and uplifted! This is a treat for the heart, mind, body and soul!

For information contact: (610) 529-9011 www.ChabadPennWynne.org

jewish learning institute

engaging. meaningful. relevant. comprehensive.

FREEk !course

essentials

The 8 wee Essentials A guide to Jewish Life and Living with Rabbi Moshe Brennan

Wednesday Evenings

oct 16 - dec 28 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Blending the spiritual and practical, The Essentials will deepen your knowledge and appreciation of Judaism.

Topics include: Shabbat – An Island in Time, Kosher – A Diet for the Soul, The Jewish Calendar, Prayer, Sexuality and Intimacy, the Sanctity of Marriage; the Jewish Lifecycle, and more. No previous knowledge or practice of Jewish observance necessary. All are Welcome.

Cost: FREE

DNR? CLEr&ediCtMedE! acc CPR? Is there a right or wrong answer? with Rabbi Moshe Brennan

monday Evenings

nov 4 - dec 9 7:30 - 9:00 pm Jewish Perspectives on Everyday Medicat Dilemmas

$89 (textbook included) Couples discount: $160 Early Bird Discount with registration by 10/29: $10

Where do we draw the line between life and death?

How do you decide what to write in your living will or DNR directive? Thousands of transplant patients die each year due to the lack of available organs. Should we permit the sale of organs in the hope of saving them? This CME and CLE accredited course will explore and offer a balanced view of some of the most relevant, contemporary, and common ethical issues.

Cost: $89 (couples: $160). Textbook included.

JLI offers professionally-conceived courses taught through engaging interactive dialogue and accompanied by dynamic textbooks and dramatic audiovisual and multimedia presentations. Our curriculum is designed to challenge MAY, 2014 your thinking and bring to your life.

We believeINSTITUTE you will find our offerings exciting and relevant.

THEmeaning ROHR JEWISH LEARNING

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Register Today: ChabadPennWynne.org or 610.529.9011 2013-2014 Course Offerings

FEBRUARY, 2014

to be a jew in the free world The struggle for identity with Rabbi Moshe Brennan

monday Evenings

feb 3 - MAR 10 7:30 - 9:00 pm

The “new world” brought the promise of unprecedented freedoms, but it came together with the threat of assimilation.

In To Be a Jew in the Free World, we examine the personal and religious struggles that individuals and communities confronted as they faced the challenges of changingREALIZING times: stories thatYOUR provoke POTENTIAL: debate and shed insightTransformational into what it means to live as aTeachings Jew today.

Life of the Lubavitcher Rebbe Cost: v”c $89. Textbook included.

MAY, 2014 TO BE A JEW IN THE FREE WORLD: The Struggle for Identity in Modern Times

W realizing your

ho am I? Why am I here? How do I achie my purpose in life? This brand-new course offers unique perspective on life’s bigge questions—an outlook responsible for reviving Jewish life from the ashes of the holocaust, and t was the best of times, it was the worst of a vision that has empowered so many to realize times. One side of the coin promised security, Transformative teaching of the Rebbe their inherent goodness and to discover the sam acceptance, and affluence with the escape from with Rabbi Moshe Brennan within others. antisemitism and discrimination; while the other Realizing Your Potential is about reaching for threatened assimilation, confusion of loyalties, the purpose of existence, by actualizing the and the possibility of disappearing as a nation. powerful latent opportunity that exists within In To Be a Jew in the Free World, we examine the each individual and by utilizing singular deeds personal and religious struggles that individuals to incrementally achieve the impossible. Join u and communities confronted as they faced the on a fascinating journey as we encounter the li challenges of changing times: stories that provokeWho am I? Why am I here? How do I achieve my outlook, and philosophy of the Lubavitcher Reb debate and shed insight into what it means to live purpose in life? Realizing Your Potential is about as a Jew today. reaching for the purpose of existence, by actualizing

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potential

Wednesday Evenings

MAY 12 - June 16 7:30 - 9:00 pm

the powerful latent opportunity that exists within each individual and by utilizing singular deeds to incrementally achieve the impossible. Join us on a fascinating journey as we encounter the life, outlook, and philosophy of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Cost: $89. Textbook included.

REALIZING YOUR POTENTIAL:

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after school jewish enrichment Club

Mondays & Wednesdays 4:30 – 5:30 PM at the Kaiserman JCC - Starting Monday, October 7 For Children grades K-5 This program will cater to Jewish families from all walks of life. Chabad welcomes every Jew, regardless of religious background or level of observance. It is for this reason that our program does not require any membership or prior affiliation as a condition for enrollment.

Our method of teaching is also unique and geared to participatory learning, where we often exchange the classroom for a more interactive, fun and enjoyable setting to learn about Shabbat, Jewish Holidays, the Weekly Torah Portion and much more through art, story, multimedia and play. Your child will be able to learn all about our traditions and gain a sense of pride and love of Judaism while having a fun and joyous experience.

Check us out for yourself, join us with your children on Monday, October 7, 4:30 -5:30 PM and find out what the hype is all about Cost: $60 per month $10 discount ($50 per month) if you’re already enrolled in the JCC’s after-school program or if you are a Kaiserman JCC member!

For more information please call (610) 529-9011 | info@chabadpennwynne.org www.Chabadpennwynne.org

Support Chabad!

Chabad of Penn Wynne is a Jewish outreach organization serving our community with all things Jewish, for individuals affiliated or non-affiliated, young and old and all in between. Chabad is committed to strengthening Jewish identity, unity and commitment. We cannot do this alone. We count on your support, and on behalf of all those who benefit from our work, thank you for your benevolence, sincerity and sensitivity to the needs of all mankind.

Thank you for being our partner!

Every individual — and every penny — counts!

Here are some of the ways you can contribute to Chabad:

Donate Online

> Go to www.ChabadPennWynne.org/donate and make a secure credit card donation online.

Donate by Mail

> Please make checks payable to Chabad of Penn Wynne and send to: Chabad of Penn Wynne , 239 Rock Glen Rd, Wynnewood, PA 19096

Website Dedication

Dedicate the ChabadPennWynne.org website for a month!

Advertise your business, share your occasion or mark an event with thousands of fellow visitors. > E-mail Info@chabadpennwynne.org for more information.

Donate a Car

Chabad accepts donations of cars, in fair or good condition. If you need your vehicle to be picked up we will do that for you at no cost. > Call 610-529-9011 to arrange pickup.

Donate Security

Donating stock may be a perfect way to show your appreciation for our Chabad Center. Your tax-deductible donation is based upon the value of the stock on the date of transfer to our non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation and you will avoid tax on any gain over your basis. > Call 610-529-9011 or e-mail moshe@chabadpennwynne.org

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Remember Chabad in your will and help secure a bright future for Judaism in our Community. > Call 610-529-9011 or e-mail moshe@chabadpennwynne.org

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Sponsored by Jay Feingold and Caryl Hirsch in memory of Yitzchak Reuven ben Simcha (Irving Hirsch) and Aryeh Yitzchak ben Natan (Larry Feingold)

Saturday, February 22, 8:00 PM

Join us on For a laid back, relaxing Café style evening with good food and great entertainment.

Featuring

Yaakov Rosenthal

Acclaimed Graphologist and Humorist!

Find out what your hand writing says about you!

and live music

All you can Sushi Bar: • Salads, Delectable Milky Buffet • Dessert, and much more B.Y.O.B. (Kosher Certification Required) $20 per person Chabad of Penn Wynne • 610.529.9011 • www.ChabadPennWynne.org