DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS OVER THE AGE OF 2. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR ALL SERVICES. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, October 8 7:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib, Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream Floral arrangements sponsored by Allison and David Sass in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter Lauren Sass CLICK HEREfor Livestream
Saturday, October 9 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Green on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Rhoda Ryba Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
10:00 AM Shabbat Morning Service in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream HERE BAT MITZVAH: LAUREN SASS Daughter of Allison and David Sass _______________________________________________________________________
BAT MITZVAH - LAUREN SASS
“Given my deep love for the Arts, I had initially hoped to put on a charity performance, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic, I have changed my mitzvah project and will now be collecting gently worn dance shoes and costumes to donate to dance schools across the country. Music, theater, and dance have been such an integral part of my life, that I hope this might help awaken a creative spirit in those who are otherwise less fortunate than me. Performance-based schools have taken such a huge hit during the pandemic and my hope is that this will help in some small way in the rebuilding of their programs.
I am grateful to so many people who have helped me reach this important milestone. First to my family, including my parents, brother, Aaron, and grandparents for always supporting and believing in me. I’d like to thank all of the clergy from Old York Road Temple Beth-Am for their guidance. Thank you to Rabbi Leib for conducting my run-through, to Rabbi Tornberg for assistance with my D’var Torah and Cantor Zarkh for helping me prepare for this special day. A heartfelt thank you also goes to my teacher, Mrs. Iris Spector, for all of her tutelage for my Bat Mitzvah. “ _______________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Adult Sunday Softball League - Beginning this Sunday 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Join us at McKinley Baseball Field at Ethel Jordan Park. 347 Cadwalader Ave. #301, Elkins Park. Adults only please.
For more information, CLICK HERE. ______________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, October 10, 11:00 AM
This week we will be using Chapter 5:2-3 HERE CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 ______________________________________________
The Ways and Means Committee would like to hear from you!
Please consider taking a brief survey to help the Ways and Means Committee plan for upcoming virtual programming.
CLICK HERE for survey. ______________________________________________
Ways and Means Committee Meeting ~ Fundraising and Events~ Monday, October 11, 6:30 PM - Youth Lounge
Join us for the fundraising and events meeting!
Contact Scott Brodoff for more information scottbrodof@gmail.com _______________________________________________
Fall Family Outdoor Movie Night Saturday, October 16, 6:30 PM Rain Date, October 23
Reserve your spot by October 13. CLICK HERE for more information. ______________________________________________
OCTOBER FOOD DONATIONS
Many thanks to our Beth Am family for the 615 pounds of kosher food that was collected for the High Holiday Food Drive! All contributions were donated to the Mitzvah Food Pantry.
Moving into October 2021, we will be resuming our regular food donation collection for the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food donation containers are at the back entrance of the Temple.
Many thanks are also extended for the donations that we receive from the children attending our Mensch Lab. Your weekly contributions have made a difference in the lives of our community households who are facing food insecurity.
If you are unable to shop and purchase food donations, gift cards can be purchased in the office that would be forwarded to the Food Cupboard on your behalf.
The donations that the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is requesting at this time are listed below. Please donate REGULAR SIZE (not Super-Sized), NON-EXPIRED ITEMS.
Foods to Donate: Peanut Butter Tuna Packed in Water Gluten Free Food Low Sodium, Low Fat Hearty Soups (i.e., Progresso, Healthy Choice) Low Sodium or No Salt Beans Low Sodium, Low Fat Condensed Soups Pasta and Rice Low Sodium Pasta Sauce Fruit in Natural Juice Hot and Cold Cereal _______________________________________________
IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
You may now make your High Holy Day pledge on Venmo. Just look for our account:
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Abington, PA ______________________________________________
Purchase Your Gift Cards From Beth Am
When you purchase gift cards through Beth Am, a portion of the proceeds comes back to Beth Am - at no cost to you! Purchase groceries, gifts, household items and more with pre-paid gift cards. Also, grocery store gift cards are always appreciated for our Food Pantry collections.
Email your order to Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.orgor call the office at 215-886-8000. Orders are placed on Monday morning each week, and you will be notificed when they are available for pick-up - usually by Thursday of the same week.
CLICK HERE for a list of retailers available. _____________________________________________
Did you know? You can donate to Beth Am just by shopping on Amazon!
Please useOur Amazon Smile Linkand 0.5 % of the purchase price will be donated to Beth Am. _____________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Carl and Mindy Silver are pleased to announce the birth of their grandson, Micah Robert Levy. Micah was born to proud parents Alex and Isaiah Levy, who reside in Pittsburgh, PA. Some of you may remember Alex (Silver) from when she worked in our Administrative Office. Carl and Mindy are currently in Pittsburgh enjoying every second with their family, and we wish them all Mazel Tov!
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Last Chance to Register ~ BOGOT ON BUBER: JEWISH Mysticism As Humanism. Class will run for 6 consecutive weeks beginning Wednesday, October 6, 1:00 PM on Zoom
Harry and Evelyn Silver z”l Scholar in Residence Program Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood by Mark Oppenheimer ~ Sunday, November 14
"A piercing portrait of the struggles and triumphs of one of America’s renowned Jewish neighborhoods in the wake of unspeakable tragedy that highlights the hopes, fears, and tensions all Americans must confront on the road to healing".
Free event! Reservations required.*
9:00 AM - Continental Breakfast 9:30 - 10:30 AM- Presentation by Mark Oppenheimer Books will be available for purchase following the presentation.
CDC protocol for social distancing will be followed.
For information about the authorCLICK HERE . ____________________________________________________
Cook For a Friend Tuesday, October 12, 10:00 AM
On the second Tuesday of every month, a small group of women meet in Beth Am’s newly-renovated kitchen, to prepare 100 TV dinners for homebound people. Meals are distributed through the Klein Branch of the JCC. If you are free for a little over an hour, at 10:00 AM on the second Tuesday of the month, and would like to be part of this mitzvah, please contact Sandy Sham, at 215-420-7455. ___________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club "Have You Seen Luis Velez?" by Catherine Byan Hyde Tuesday October 19, 11:00 AM on Zoom Facilitated by Sandy Fryer
Raymond Jaffe feels like he doesn't belong. Not with his mother's new family. Not as a weekend guest with his father and his father's wife. Not at school, where he's an outcast. After his best friend moves away, Raymond has only two real connections: to the feral cat he's tamed and to a blind ninety-two-year-old woman in his building who's introduced herself with a curious question: Have you seen Luis Velez?
Mildred Gutermann, a German Jew who narrowly escaped the Holocaust, has been alone since her caretaker disappeared. She turns to Raymond for help, and as he tries to track Luis down, a deep and unexpected friendship blossoms between the two.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) ____________________________________________________
BAFTY Fun Fall-Themed Happenings for October
BAFTY has been busy planning fun Fall events! See flyer for more information, and stay tuned for updates.
Ways and Means - Fall Movie night Saturday, October 16, 6:30 PM ~ Raindate October 23 Reserve your spot by October 13 Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Parking Lot
$10 Per Family - To register, call the main office (215) 886-8000 or payment can be made on Venmo. Old York Road Temple-Beth am Abington, PA
Families must bring their own chairs - we will provide food, candy, and refreshments for sale. BAFTY will provide free care to watch your children while you watch the second movie. Care will start ages 3 and older. (Please indicate your childcare needs, so we can plan accordingly)
If you need additional information please contact Scott Brodoff Email: scottbrodof@gmail.com or call (267) 979-3920 ___________________________________________________
Harry and Evelyn Silver z”l Scholar in Residence Program Noah Aronson Live ~ Sunday, October 24, 11:30 AM
Free event! Reservations required -Register here on ShulCloud Please RSVP to Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.org or call (215) 886-8000 to reserve a spot. Masks and proof of vaccination required. CDC protocol for social distancing will be followed.
Ways and Means - Hanukkah and Winter Themed Portraits Tuesday, November 2, 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM ~ Beth Am
$150/20 Minute session. 25% goes as a donation to Beth Am. All payments must be made in advance. You can make payments by calling (215) 886-8000 or on Venmo @OYRTBethamAbington You will receive 10 Hi-Res images from local photographer and former SOEL mom, Rebecca Barger. Learn more about Rebecca Here. ____________________________________________________
DON'T FORGET TO VOTE! Tuesday, November 2
The League of Women Voters of Abington, Jenkintown, and Cheltenham areas remind you to cast your vote.
Need to check ballot or candidate information? Visit us here
To learn more about the League of Women Voters, Visit us on our website here. _________________________________________________
Brotherhood Thanksgiving Family Dinner
Help support Brotherhood’s Annual Food Drive, which has helped 100+ families receive a full Thanksgiving meal through the help of your donations and the JCC of Philadelphia. In addition, this year we want to reach out to our own community as well. If you or someone you know is in need of a Thanksgiving meal, please contact Art Davis at 215-205-3027 or Stuart Greenberg at 215-300-4150.
Your donation to the Brotherhood of Temple-Beth Am, in the amount of $20.00 or more will help provide a full traditional Thanksgiving dinner to feed a family of four. Every donation will fulfill a Mitzvah!
Please make your check payable and mail to: Brotherhood, Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 or make payment on Venmo: Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Abington, PA ___________________________________________________
Save The Date ~ Brotherhood Family Bowling Party Sunday December 5, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Three hours of bowling, pizza, snacks and drinks. We will be following Old York Road Temple-Beth Am and CDC guidelines. $10.00 per adult/$5.00 per child under 18.
Location: Pike Lanes 121 Second Street Pike Southampton, PA 18966
Please see future emails for more information or call Steven Rigefsky (215) 266-0466 srigefky52@gmail.com ___________________________________________________
Did you know? You can donate to Beth Am just by shopping on Amazon!
Please use Our Amazon Smile Link and 0.5 % of the purchase price will be donated to Beth Am. ___________________________________________________
SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE Mitzvah Pet Supply Drive - Month of October
We are collecting food and other items to benefit dog and cat rescue/foster programs, through the month of October. There will be a bin outside the back entrance.
You may drop off unopened packages of :
dog and cat food
cat litter
cat beds
feeding bowls
cat carriers
cat scratching posts
Tiny Paws Rescue NJ also has a registry of dog items on Amazon. It is under baby registries because Amazon does not have registries for pets. Tiny Paws Rescue Donation List
If you donate items through the registry, please note it is for the OYRTBA drive, and send an email to Sharon Whitney at brown_idgirl@comcast.netwith the donation information. ____________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, October 6, 7:00 PM - TBT Chapel
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all participants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org, or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. ___________________________________________________
Mah Jongg Class For Beginners- The Upstairs Lobby (Outside of the TBT Chapel) Wednesday, October 6, 7:00 PM Sponsored by Sisterhood
Sisterhood is currently two weeks into a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class is set to run for a total of six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost will be pro-rated for late registrants.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all participants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org , or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. ____________________________________________________
Community News
Cemetery Cleanup at Har Nebo Sunday, October 17 | 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Come do a mitzvah! Volunteer with your community and help clean up Har Nebo ( 6061 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149), one of the region’s oldest and largest cemeteries. We will close with a memorial service to honor all of those buried at Har Nebo. Volunteer opportunities include: raking, picking up trash and clipping overgrown vines.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS OVER THE AGE OF 2. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR ALL SERVICES. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, October 1 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream - October Birthday Blessings CLICK HEREfor Livestream
Saturday, October 2 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Richard Molish on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). _______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib
There will be NO Pirkei Avot this week. We will resume next Sunday, October 10, at 11:00 AM. ______________________________________________
The Ways and Means Committee would like to hear from you!
Please consider taking a brief survey to help the Ways and Means Committee plan for upcoming virtual programming.
CLICK HERE for survey. ______________________________________________
Ways and Means Committee Meeting ~ Fundraising and Events~ Monday, October 4, 6:30 PM In-person in the administrative conference room or Zoom.
Join us for the fundraising and events meeting!
Contact Scott Brodoff for more information scottbrodof@gmail.com _______________________________________________
IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
You may now make your High Holy Day pledge on Venmo. Just look for our account:
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Abington, PA ______________________________________________
Did you know? You can donate to Beth Am just by shopping on Amazon!
Please useOur Amazon Smile Linkand 0.5 % of the purchase price will be donated to Beth Am. _____________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 FOR SIMCHAT TORAH
Mazel Tov to Sandi Young
Sandi Young is pleased to announce the arrival of grandchildren George and Brian Papanagnou -Young, born on September 18. Proud fathers of twin boys are Jason Young and Dimitri Papanagnou. Such a blessing!
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BOGOT ON BUBER: JEWISH Mysticism As Humanism. Class will run for 6 consecutive weeks beginning Wednesday, October 6, 1:00 PM on Zoom
Beth Am members are invited to join Honorary Member, Rabbi Howard Bogot in a third seminar via ZOOM. Rabbi Bogot, Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Penn State Abington, has studied with Beth Amniks since the congregation’s home was a magnificent white, pillared structure that served as sanctuary, community hall and school. A tradition of shared study has been ongoing for many years and included family retreats and chavurot.
Questions and registration can be sent to Bonnie Marks at bmarks@oyrtbetham.org _________________________________________________
Harry and Evelyn Silver z”l Scholar in Residence Program Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood by Mark Oppenheimer ~ Sunday, November 14
"A piercing portrait of the struggles and triumphs of one of America’s renowned Jewish neighborhoods in the wake of unspeakable tragedy that highlights the hopes, fears, and tensions all Americans must confront on the road to healing".
Free event! Reservations required.*
9:00 AM - Continental Breakfast 9:30 - 10:30 AM- Presentation by Mark Oppenheimer Books will be available for purchase following the presentation.
CDC protocol for social distancing will be followed.
For information about the authorCLICK HERE . ____________________________________________________
Blessing of Pets October 3 ~ 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Front Patio of Beth Am
Come honor your furry or scaly friends to receive a special blessing in a special animal service , and yummy treats! ___________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club "Have You Seen Luis Velez?" by Catherine Byan Hyde Tuesday October 5 , 11:00 AM on Zoom Facilitated by Sandy Fryer
Raymond Jaffe feels like he doesn't belong. Not with his mother's new family. Not as a weekend guest with his father and his father's wife. Not at school, where he's an outcast. After his best friend moves away, Raymond has only two real connections: to the feral cat he's tamed and to a blind ninety-two-year-old woman in his building who's introduced herself with a curious question: Have you seen Luis Velez?
Mildred Gutermann, a German Jew who narrowly escaped the Holocaust, has been alone since her caretaker disappeared. She turns to Raymond for help, and as he tries to track Luis down, a deep and unexpected friendship blossoms between the two.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) ____________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, September 29, 7:00 PM - TBT Chapel
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all participants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org, or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. _______________________________________________
Mah Jongg Class For Beginners- The Upstairs Lobby (Outside of the TBT Chapel) Wednesday, September 29, 7:00 PM Sponsored by Sisterhood
Sisterhood has begun a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all participants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org , or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. _________________________________________________
Mitzvah Food Project - Ending Soon Month of September
Last chance to participate in the annual High Holy Day Food Drive. We will be collecting the following food items:
Cheerios Whole Grain oat Gluten-Free Breakfast Cereal, 8.9 oz.
Kosher Strawberry Preserves 12 oz. jar
If you are unable to get to the Temple, please contact Sandie Buller at sandiecb@aol.com to arrange a pickup. ____________________________________________
Harry and Evelyn Silver z”l Scholar in Residence Program Noah Aronson Live ~ Sunday, October 24, 11:30 AM
Free event! Reservations required -Register here on ShulCloud Please RSVP to Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.org or call (215) 886-8000 to reserve a spot. Masks and proof of vaccination required. CDC protocol for social distancing will be followed.
Save The Date ~ Brotherhood Family Bowling Party Sunday December 5, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Three hours of bowling, pizza, snacks and drinks. We will be following Old York Road Temple-Beth Am and CDC guidelines. $10.00 per adult/$5.00 per child under 18.
Location: Pike Lanes 121 Second Street Pike Southampton, PA 18966
Please see future emails for more information or call Steven Rigefsky (215) 266-0466 srigefky52@gmail.com ___________________________________________________
Did you know? You can donate to Beth Am just by shopping on Amazon!
Please use Our Amazon Smile Link and 0.5 % of the purchase price will be donated to Beth Am.
Community News
Cemetery Cleanup at Har Nebo Sunday, October 17 | 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Come do a mitzvah! Volunteer with your community and help clean up Har Nebo ( 6061 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149), one of the region’s oldest and largest cemeteries. We will close with a memorial service to honor all of those buried at Har Nebo. Volunteer opportunities include: raking, picking up trash and clipping overgrown vines.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS OVER THE AGE OF 2. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR ALL SERVICES. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, September 24 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream - September Anniversary Blessings Remarks by Rabbi Leib: Eyn Fish, Tsvey Fish: Dr. Suess and the Jews! CLICK HEREfor Livestream
Saturday, September 25 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Tornberg on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Steve Lavner Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
REMINDER: The Book of Remembrance is still available for pick-up in the office during regular business hours. ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, September 26, 11:00 AM
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL WEDNESDAY FOR OUR HOLIDAY UPDATES!
~~~~~~ Please feel free to stop by the main office and pick up your copy of the 5782 Book of Remembrance, during regular business hours.
Mazel Tov to Karen and Richard Prince
Karen and Richard Prince are pleased to announce the birth of their grandson Charles Davis Prince born last month. Proud parents Sara and Adam are beyond thrilled!
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Sisterhood Sukkot Program Thursday, September 23 ~ 7 PM on Zoom.
We will share a hand-made possession, whether made by you or by someone else. Bring your treasured object, which can be as fancy or simple as you want, and briefly share something about it - who made it, how it was made, and why it has meaning to you. Just a night to share something of our gifts and some Sukkot fun with each other.
We will shake our virtual lulavs and etrogs to welcome Sukkot!
Please RSVP to Evelyn Fair at evefair@hotmail.com by Tuesday evening so she will know how much time to allot to each person.
Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, September 23, 7:30 PM Livestream from the Molish Sanctuary and on Zoom
All are welcome! For those who are not yet comfortable attending in person, you can attend via LIVESTREAM HERE, or on Zoom (non-participatory - messages can be sent using the chat box). Park in the rear lot and enter through TBT lobby doors. Masks and proof of vaccination will be required. Social distancing will be enforced.
CLICK HERE to attend on Zoom. Meeting ID: 818 0654 3844 ________________________________________________
BOGOT ON BUBER: JEWISH Mysticism As Humanism. Class will run for 6 consecutive weeks beginning Wednesday, October 6 at 1:00 PM on Zoom
Beth Am members are invited to join Honorary Member, Rabbi Howard Bogot in a third seminar via ZOOM (those who sign up will receive a link later this week.) Rabbi Bogot, Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Penn State Abington, has studied with Beth Amniks since the congregation’s home was a magnificent white, pillared structure that served as sanctuary, community hall and school. A tradition of shared study has been ongoing for many years and included family retreats and chavurot.
Harry and Evelyn Silver z”l Scholar in Residence Program Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood byMark Oppenheimer ~ Sunday, November 14
"A piercing portrait of the struggles and triumphs of one of America’s renowned Jewish neighborhoods in the wake of unspeakable tragedy that highlights the hopes, fears, and tensions all Americans must confront on the road to healing".
Free event! Reservations required.*
9:00 AM - Continental Breakfast 9:30 - 10:30 AM- Presentation by Mark Oppenheimer Books will be available for purchase following the presentation.
REGISTER HERE in your ShulCloud account, or RSVP to Stacey Mardt atsmardt@oyrtbetham.org Masks and proof of vaccination required. CDC protocol for socially distancing will be followed.
For information about the author CLICK HERE . ___________________________________________
Parents we need your help! We want your college age child to stay connected and help them celebrate the holidays.
Help your young adult stay up to date with the Beth Am newsletter and holiday gifts throughout the year. Additionally, during breaks we want to hear all about their experiences and invite them to connect with the clergy. If you would like your child to be on this list or know of anyone who would like to participate, please email Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.org
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg September 22, at 7:00 PM Please note new time in the Temple Beth Torah Chapel.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all partipants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org,or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away.
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New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners - The Upstairs Lobby (outside of the TBT Chapel) Wednesday, September 22, 7:00 PM Sponsored by Sisterhood
Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all partipants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org, or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. ________________________________________________
Mitzvah Food Project Month of September
Please participate in the annual High Holy Day Food Drive. We will be collecting the following food items.
Cheerios whole grain oat Gluten-Free Breakfast Cereal, 8.9 oz.
Kosher Strawberry Preserves 12 oz. jar
If you are unable to get to the Temple, please contact Sandie Buller at sandiecb@aol.com to arrange a pickup. ____________________________________________________
Save The Date ~ Brotherhood Family Bowling Party, Sunday December 5, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Three hours of bowling, pizza, snacks and drinks. We will be following Old York Road Temple Beth Am and CDC guidelines. $10.00 per adult/$5.00 per children under 18. Location: Pike Lanes 121 Second Street Pike Southampton, PA 18966
Please see following emails for more information or call Steven Rigefsky (215) 266-0466 srigefky52@gmail.com
Cemetery Cleanup at Har Nebo Sunday, October 17 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come do a mitzvah! Volunteer with your community and help clean up Har Nebo ( 6061 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149), one of the region’s oldest and largest cemeteries. We will close with a memorial service to honor all of those buried at Har Nebo. Volunteer opportunities include: raking, picking up trash and clipping overgrown vines.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS OVER THE AGE OF 2. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR ALL SERVICES. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, September 17 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary ▶️▶️▶️New this week! Old York Road Temple-Beth Am now appearing on 3 screens in your home! Tonight’s Erev Shabbat Service can be viewed on our Livestream window at our website HERE, or on YouTube (search for the channel Old York Road Temple-Beth Am—with the picture of our clergy), or Facebook (search for Old York Road Temple-Beth Am). Saturday, September 18 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Chesin on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Steve Lavner Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
You can view this year’s Rosh HaShanah & Yom Kippur Services on our WEBSITE . Yom Kippur Services can also viewed on YouTube and Facebook. ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, September 19, 10:00 AM* *Please note special time for September 19 only.
CLICK HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 ______________________________________________
HORA DOWN IS POSTPONED
With everyone's best interests and safety at the forefront, our Ways and Means committee has decided to postpone the Hora-Down due to the current status of things as it relates to the pandemic.
We will be contacting individuals with reservations, giving them the option of holding their funds on account or issuing a refund.
We look forward to being able to host this event when we can all celebrate together! _______________________________________________
Wishing Everyone a Sweet New Year!
For those of you who have received your High Holy Day gift bag and are looking for new ways to enjoy your sparkling appple cider, here is a recipe for sparkling apple cider a la mode that is sure to please!
CLICK HERE for recipe _________________________________________________
HIGH HOLY DAY PLEDGE
You may now make your High Holy Day pledge on Venmo. Just look for our account: Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Abington, PA
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL TOMORROW FOR YOM KIPPUR UPDATES.
~~~~~~ If you are not planning on attending Yizkor services in person, please feel free to stop by the parking lot doors of the synagogue and pick up your copy of the 5782 Book of Remembrance.
Mazel Tov to Nadine Flexer and Steve Rosengarten
Nadine Flexer and Steven Rosengarten are pleased to announce the birth of their grandson Noah born last month. Proud parents Todd and Erin are the happiest people in Philadelphia since Noah arrived!
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Sisterhood Sukkot Program Thursday, September 23 ~ 7 PM on Zoom.
“… all whose hearts moved them … came bringing gifts…” Exodus 35:22.
During the Israelites’ journey in the desert, they were commanded to build a Tabernacle and the people willingly contributed their possessions and skills to construct it. Please be prepared with something hand-made, whether made by you or someone else. When sharing about your object, consider not only who made it and how it was made but the spirit with which it was made.
RSVPs Required: Email Evelyn Fair atevefair@hotmail.comby Monday, September 20. Zoom link will be forthcoming. ___________________________________________________
Mark Your Calendars! Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, September 23, 7:30 PM Livestream from the Molish Sanctuary
All are welcome! Check next Tuesday's email for more information. ___________________________________________________
BOGOT ON BUBER: JEWISH Mysticism As Humanism. Class will run for 6 consecutive weeks beginning Wednesday, October 6 at 1:00 PM on Zoom
Beth Am members are invited to join Honorary Member, Rabbi Howard Bogot in a third seminar via ZOOM (those who sign up will receive a link.) Rabbi Bogot, Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Penn State Abington, has studied with Beth Amniks since the congregation’s home was a magnificent white, pillared structure that served as sanctuary, community hall and school. A tradition of shared study has been ongoing for many years and included family retreats and chavurot.
Parents we need your help! We want your college age child to stay connected and help them celebrate the holidays.
Help your young adult stay up to date with the Beth Am newsletter and holiday gifts throughout the year. Additionally, during breaks we want to hear all about their experiences and invite them to connect with the clergy. If you would like your child to be on this list or know of anyone who would like to participate, please email Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.org
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg NO Mah Jongg class September 15
We will resume next week, September 22, at 7:00 PM Please note new time in the Temple Beth Torah Chapel.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
We will resume next week, September 22, at 7:00 PM Please note new time in the Temple Beth Torah Chapel.
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all partipants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org,or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. _______________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners - The Upstairs Lobby (outside of the TBT Chapel) Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, September 22, at 7:00 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
Masks, and proof of vaccination are required for all partipants. Please send a copy of your vaccination card to Stacey Mardt at Smardt@oyrtbetham.org, or you can show it at the door. If you do not have a vaccine card, you will be turned away. ________________________________________________
Mitzvah Food Project Month of September
Please participate in the annual High Holy Day Food Drive. We will be collecting the following food items.
Cheerios whole grain oat Gluten-Free Breakfast Cereal, 8.9 oz.
Kosher Strawberry Preserves 12 oz. jar
If you are unable to get to the Temple, please contact Sandie Buller at sandiecb@aol.com to arrange a pickup. ____________________________________________________
Community News
Cemetery Cleanup at Har Nebo Sunday, October 17 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come do a mitzvah! Volunteer with your community and help cleanup Har Nebo ( 6061 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149) , one of the region’s oldest and largest cemeteries. We will close with a memorial service to honor all of those buried at Har Nebo. Volunteer opportunities include: raking, picking up trash and clipping overgrown vines.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS, OVER THE AGE OF 2, ATTENDING IN PERSON. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICES. ~~~~~~~~~ Book of Remembrance
The Book of Remembrance just arrived! You can stop by to pick one up anytime between now and Wednesday, September 15 outside the back door. They will be available all day, every day, including the weekend. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, September 10 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and on Live Stream CLICK HERE to view on Live Stream
Saturday, September 11 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Richard Molish on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Evelyn Fair Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). __________________________________________________________________________
Saturday, September 11th, 7:30 PM ZOOM EVENT ~ OYRT-Beth Am Havdalah & 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemmoration
Join Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh on Zoom, with guest speakers Paul Rothman and Hayley Leib. CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom
Meeting ID: 824 7402 9290 Passcode: 5T5782
Please Note: No Pirkei Avot this Sunday. ________________________________________________________________________
Mensch Lab Changes - Grades K-3
Due to ongoing changes in our Covid-19 policy, we are delaying the launch of school until Sunday, September 26. Please do not show up for our opening day of school on September 12.
Please note the correct opening date for your child's grade below:
First day of Kindergarten - October 3 First day of Grade 1 - September 26 First day of Grade 2 - October 3 First Day of Grade 3 - September 26
Mensch Lab Changes - Grades 4-6
Opening Sunday - September 26 Start of Tutoring - September 26 First Tuesday of classes - October 5
Look for an email next week for updated, grade-specific calendars. __________________________________________________
Beit Noar - Grades 7-10
We are finalizing our policies regarding social distancing, masking, vaccinations and other precautions and protocols we will be implementing for the safety of our community and the sanctity of our members’ lives. Sometime after Sept. 22, you will receive the most up-to-date version of this policy for your information along with an updated calendar of grade-specific events.
In order to most effectively implement these measures in our facility, we are delaying the launch of school until Oct. 5.Please do not show up for our opening day of school on Sept. 14. _________________________________________________
Madrichim
We are delaying the launch of school for our Sunday students until Sept. 26. Please do not show up to serve as a madrichim on Sept. 12. We will not be open. _______________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot this week. We will resume next Sunday, September 19 at 10:00 AM.* *Please note special time for September 19 only. ______________________________________________
HORA DOWN IS POSTPONED
With everyone's best interests and safety at the forefront, our Ways and Means committee has decided to postpone the Hora-Down due to the current status of things as it relates to the pandemic.
We will be contacting individuals with reservations, giving them the option of holding their funds on account or issuing a refund.
We look forward to being able to host this event when we can all celebrate together! _______________________________________________
Looking For Volunteers!
We are in need of ushers for the High Holy Day services. If you are able and willing to help out, please contact Rich Wright, at Rich21364@gmail.com, or 267- 240-7743. ______________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS, OVER THE AGE OF 2, ATTENDING IN PERSON. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICES. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, September 3 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary - September Birthday blessings. CLICK HERE to view on Live Stream
Saturday, September 4 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Robert Leib on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service See what’s new at Old York Temple-Beth Am! Join us for Shabbat Services this Saturday morning at 10:00, as we feature the Beth Am Visual Siddur available only at our Saturday morning Zoom Service. This week. Rabbi Leib chants Torah, Steve Green is our music soloist, and services are led by Michael & Claire Krassenstein. Our unique Visual Tefilah features the beautiful art of Rhoda Ryba.
Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). ______________________________________________________________________
BEFORE AND AFTER!
In preparation for the High Holy Days, we've been hard at work getting the ark in the Molish Sanctuary looking it's best.
Many thanks to our Mitzvah Day volunteers and to Terry Simms for the magnificent job of polishing and buffing all of the silver and bringing it back to its original grandeur! We look forward to sharing all of this with all of you! _______________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot this week. We will resume next Sunday, September 12 at 11:00 AM. ______________________________________________
Looking For Volunteers!
We are in need of ushers for the High Holy Day services. If you are able and willing to help out, please contact Rich Wright, at Rich21364@gmail.com, or 267- 240-7743. ______________________________________________
ZOOM EVENT ~ OYRT-Beth Am Havdalah & 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemmoration Saturday, September 11th, 7:30 PM
Join Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh on Zoom, with guest speaker Paul Rothman. CLICK HEREto join us on Zoom
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR OUR HIGH HOLY DAY UPDATES!
MASK ARE REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 2 WHILE IN THE BUILDING.
Saturday night’s Selichot service was one for the books!
Thank you so much to those who were there in person for your flexibility and adventurous nature. For those who joined us virtually, we thank you for your patience. Mother Nature keeps us on our toes. To our talented T’filah band and accommodating clergy and maintenance staff, kudos for making it a wonderful, meaningful and enjoyable Selichot service.
We are all in this together! ____________________________________________________
Mazel Tov to Robin Green and Family
Robin Green is pleased to announce the birth of her granddaughter, Ellie Poppy Wilen born 8/22/21. Proud parents are Julie and Dan Wilen. Also excited are sister Sloane, brother Jesse, aunt and uncle Emily and Gabe Howard, and cousins Drew and Izzy.
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Brotherhood Meeting Wednesday, September 1, 7:00 PM Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge
Join Brotherhood for their first meeting of the season. All are welcome to attend and see what we are all about! Some of our programs include hand delivering “Yom HaShoah” candles, providing Thanksgiving meals, a monthly card game and running trips to sporting events. Brotherhood is committed to remaining a dynamic force supporting our temple. We welcome your ideas for new, exciting projects we can implement alongside the tried-and-true. Our monthly meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month and all are welcome. E-mail Steve Rigefsky for information at srigefsky52@gmail.com
Each bag will contain a Sacred Time, DIY Tashlich booklet, a calendar for the New Year, and a 75th Jubilee surprise. Bags will be available for pickup through August 31.
BOGOT ON BUBER: JEWISH Mysticism As Humanism. Class will run for 6 consecutive weeks beginning Wednesday, October 6 at 1:00 PM on Zoom
Beth Am members are invited to join Honorary Member, Rabbi Howard Bogot in a third seminar via ZOOM (those who sign up will receive a link.) Rabbi Bogot, Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Penn State Abington, has studied with Beth Amniks since the congregation’s home was a magnificent white, pillared structure that served as sanctuary, community hall and school. A tradition of shared study has been ongoing for many years and included family retreats and chavurot.
Parents we need your help! We want your college age child to stay connected and help them celebrate the holidays.
Help your young adult stay up to date with the Beth Am newsletter and holiday gifts throughout the year. Additionally, during breaks we want to hear all about their experiences and invite them to connect with the clergy. If you would like your child to be on this list or know of anyone who would like to participate, please email Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.org
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, September 1, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium No class September 8th or September 15th
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00 MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302. Masks are mandatory for all participants, regardless of vaccination status. ________________________________________________
Mitzvah Food Project - Month of September
Please participate in the annual High Holy Day Food Drive. We will be collecting the following food items.
Cheerios whole grain oat Gluten Free Breakfast Cerial, 8.9 oz.
Kosher Strawberry Preserves 12 oz. jar
If you are unable to get to the Temple, plase contact Sandie Buller atsandiecb@aol.comto arrange a pickup. ____________________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
TOMORROW: A Very Israeli Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Schmooze Room at 7:30 PM | Virtual Cooking Class at 8:00 PM Shanah Tovah!
Make your new year extra sweet with a virtual cooking class, featuring award-winning chef Michael Solomonov and New York Times best-selling cookbook author Adeena Sussman. Receive recipes in advance and have the opportunity to ask questions to be answered live.
Cemetery Cleanup at Har Nebo Sunday, October 17 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Come do a mitzvah! Volunteer with your community and help cleanup Har Nebo ( 6061 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149) , one of the region’s oldest and largest cemeteries. We will close with a memorial service to honor all of those buried at Har Nebo. Volunteer opportunities include: raking, picking up trash and clipping overgrown vines.
Register Here ____________________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 AM. – 12:00 PM Special Needs 12-1 PM K-9th one hour session between 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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High Holy Day swag bags are available for pick up in the main office. _________________________________________
DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS, OVER THE AGE OF 2, ATTENDING IN PERSON. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICES. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, August 27 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh with August Anniversary blessings. Candle lighting, Kiddush and personal reflections by Bridget Dorfman on the eve of her making “Aliyah.”
Ba’alat Tekiah: Sara Bloom.
CLICK HERE to view on Live Stream Saturday, August 28 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Lavner on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). Torah Reader: Bridget Dorfman 7:00 PM Selichot Service Selichot Service is scheduled to be outside. If the weather does not cooperate, we will transition to an indoor service, which will also be available on Livestream . Reservations are required. Please call the office TODAY by 3:00 PM at 215-886-8000. ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, August 29, 11:00 AM on Zoom
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 ______________________________________________
Looking For Volunteers!
We are in need of ushers for the High Holy Day services. If you are able and willing to help out, please contact Rich Wright, at Rich21364@gmail.com, or 267- 240-7743. ______________________________________________
ZOOM EVENT ~ OYRT-Beth Am Havdalah & 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemmoration Saturday, September 11th, 7:30 PM
Join Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh on Zoom, with guest speaker Paul Rothman. CLICK HEREto join us on Zoom
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR OUR HIGH HOLY DAY UPDATES!
MASK ARE CURRENTLY REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 2 WHILE IN THE BUILDING.
TODAY: HIAS PA Congregational Advocacy for Immigrants will take place on ZOOM Tonight Tuesday , August 24th, 2021, at 5:30pm.
Learn about how your congregation can be more involved in advocacy for immigrants. During this inaugural advocacy event, we will be focusing on state advocacy for driver’s licenses for all through Driving PA Forward; access to driver’s licenses not only makes driving safer for immigrants, but for everyone on the road.
Register Here _____________________________________________
HHD Swag Back Pick Up August ~ 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Each bag will contain a Sacred Time, DIY Tashlich booklet, a calendar for the New Year, and a 75th Jubilee surprise. Bags will be available for pickup through August 31. Special Event Tonight for “Bag” Pick-up: Please enter through the kitchen in the front door of building. Tuesday, August 24 ~ 5:00 – 7:00 PM Soft pretzel night & tour the newly renovated kitchen. ___________________________________________________
Hora Down - Fun for All! Saturday September 18th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Must RSVP by September 11th.
Southern food, dancing, costume content, and kid activities.
$36 per person (12 and up)
$10 per child (Ages 0-3 free)
Each adult dinner includes various side dishes, dessert and non-alcohol beverages.
BOGOT ON BUBER: JEWISH Mysticism As Humanism. Class will run for 6 consecutive weeks beginning Wednesday, October 6 at 1:00 PM on Zoom
Beth Am members are invited to join Honorary Member, Rabbi Howard Bogot in a third seminar via ZOOM (those who sign up will receive a link.) Rabbi Bogot, Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Penn State Abington, has studied with Beth Amniks since the congregation’s home was a magnificent white, pillared structure that served as sanctuary, community hall and school. A tradition of shared study has been ongoing for many years and included family retreats and chavurot.
Parents we need your help! We want your college age child to stay connected and help them celebrate the holidays.
Help your young adult stay up to date with the Beth Am newsletter and holiday gifts throughout the year. Additionally, during breaks we want to hear all about their experiences and invite them to connect with the clergy. If you would like your child to be on this list or know of anyone who would like to participate, please email Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.org
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, August 25, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium No class September 8th or September 15th
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00 MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302. Masks are mandatory for all participants, regardless of vaccination status. ________________________________________________
Mitzvah Food Project Month of September
Please participate in the annual High Holy Day Food Drive. We will be collecting the following food items.
Cheerios whole grain oat Gluten Free Breakfast Cerial, 8.9 oz.
Kosher Strawberry Preserves 12 oz. jar
If you are unable to get to the Temple, plase contact Sandie Buller atsandiecb@aol.com to arrange a pickup. ____________________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
A Very Israeli Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Schmooze Room at 7:30 p.m. | Virtual Cooking Class at 8:00 p.m Shanah tovah!
Make your new year extra sweet with a virtual cooking class, featuring award-winning chef Michael Solomonov and New York Times Best-Selling cookbook author Adeena Sussman. Receive recipes in advance and have the opportunity to ask questions to be answered live.
Cemetery Cleanup at Har Nebo Sunday, October 17 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come do a mitzvah! Volunteer with your community and help cleanup Har Nebo ( 6061 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149) , one of the region’s oldest and largest cemeteries. We will close with a memorial service to honor all of those buried at Har Nebo. Volunteer opportunities include: raking, picking up trash and clipping overgrown vines.
Register Here ____________________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS, OVER THE AGE OF 2, ATTENDING IN PERSON. ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION _________________________________________________________________
Friday, August 20 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib Cantor Zarkh Remarks: "Will the last remaining Jew in Kabul please....." and Ba’al Tekiah, Art Davis CLICK HERE to view on Live Stream Saturday, August 21 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Robert Leib on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service The Zoom meeting ID is 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). Torah Reader: Evelyn Fair ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot - Sunday, August 22
There will be NO Pirkei Avot this week. See you next week at our regular time - 11:00 AM! ______________________________________________
ZOOM EVENT ~ OYRT-Beth Am Havdalah & 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemmoration Saturday, September 11th, 7:30 PM
Join Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh on Zoom, with guest speaker Paul Rothman. CLICK HEREto join us on Zoom
High Holy Day Swag Special Evening “Bag” Pick-Up Tuesday, August 24 ~ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Join us for Soft pretzel night & tour the newly renovated kitchen. You are welcome to enter through the kitchen doors (on the side of the building near the front). ___________________________________________________
SHUL SCHOOL - PAYMENTS
DID YOU KNOW? You can make payments directly through your ShulCloud account. It is important that your account be in good standing before the High Holy Days - and they are very early this year!
If you need assistance, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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MASK ARE CURRENTLY REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 2 WHILE IN THE BUILDING.
Mazel Tov to Judy Cohen
Judy Cohen is excited to share her good news that she has been accepted as a doctoral candidate to Gratz's Holocaust and Genocide Studies. _________________________________________________
TODAY
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, August 17, 11:00 AM on Zoom "On Division," by Goldie Goldbloom Facilitated by Leslie Kraemer
No Book Club for September, look for future emails about October's book club.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Hora Down - Fun for All! Saturday September 18th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Must RSVP by September 11th.
Southern food, dancing, costume content, and kid activities.
$36 per person (12 and up)
$10 per child (Ages 0-3 free)
Each adult dinner includes various side dishes, dessert and non-alcohol beverages.
Sisterhood Needs your help Wednesdays and Thursdays - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sisterhood has been busy getting ready for NEXT year's (2022) Vintage Sale, and they need your help pricing and packing donated items for the sale. If you are available to help out at the times listed, please contact Gail Arnopol at garn2734@aol.com._________________________________________________
HHD Swag Back Pick Up August 16-31 ~ 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
If you plan to pick up your bag, please come to the back door and or call and we will gladly walk out your bag to your car.
Each bag will contain a Sacred Time, DIY Tashlich booklet, a calendar for the New Year, and a 75th Jubilee surprise. Bags will be available for pickup through August 31.
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Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, August 18, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00 MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302. Masks are mandatory for all participants, regardless of vaccination status. ________________________________________________
FOOD DONATIONS
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE IN THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS ATTENDING IN PERSON. ONLY THOSE FULLY VACCINATED ARE WELCOME. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, August 13 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib, guest guitarist, Micah Marder and Ba’al Tekiah, Jacob Marder CLICK HERE to view on Live Stream Saturday, August 14 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg on Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service The Zoom meeting ID is 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). Torah Reader: Sandi Cohen ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Robert Leib Sunday, August 15 at10:00 AM PLEASE NOTE new time for this week only!
CLICK HERE to join the class. Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 We will be using this text: pp. 272 - 273
______________________________________________
OYRT-Beth Am Havdalah & 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemmoration Saturday, September 11th, 7:30 PM
Join Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh on Zoom, with guest speaker Paul Rothman. CLICK HEREto join us on Zoom
Meeting ID: 824 7402 9290 Passcode: 5T5782
________________________________________________
SHUL SCHOOL - PAYMENTS
DID YOU KNOW? You can make payments directly through your ShulCloud account. It is important that your account be in good standing before the High Holy Days - and they are very early this year!
If you need assistance, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR OUR HIGH HOLY DAY UPDATES!
MASK ARE CURRENTLY REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 2 WHILE IN THE BUILDING.
Mazel Tov to Shelley Miller and Family
Shelley Miller is pleased to announce the birth of her great-granddaughter, Harlin Eve Miller, born on August 4, 2021 to proud parents Beth and Scott Miller. Harlin is named for her late grandfather Harvey Miller. Thrilled with their new family member are great aunt Karen Miller and great aunt and uncle Robin and Larry Miller, along with cousins Eric and Ilana Miller. _________________________________________________
Sisterhood Needs your help Wednesdays and Thursdays - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sisterhood has been busy getting ready for NEXT year's (2022) Vintage Sale, and they need your help pricing and packing donated items for the sale. If you are available to help out at the times listed, please contact Gail Arnopol at garn2734@aol.com. ____________________________________________
Help Us As We Plan Our 75th Jubilee Celebration! Share YourMemories of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
We are busy planning lots of wonderful things this year for our 75th Jubilee, and we need your help.
We invite you to write a few sentences about your history, memories, and/or highlights as a Beth Am member.
Please send to Sherrie at sturetsky@oyrtbetham.org. _________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, August 11, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00 MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL.
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302. Masks are mandatory for all participants, regardless of vaccination status. ________________________________________________
Are You Ready to Deepen Your Hebrew Learning? This coming Fall:
Join the engaging and dynamic Orna Torgeman as she guides participants through one or two semesters of biblical Hebrew. Gain vocabulary that you can use to connect to Torah learning, services, Jewish life and Israeli society.
In order for us to offer this class this Fall, we need to know how many folks are interested. There will be a fee, and classes will be held on Sunday mornings from 10:15-11:15am. Class will not conflict with Rabbi Leib’s Pirkei Avot class.
If you are interested, please complete and email this form by Aug. 11.
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, August 17, 11:00 AM on Zoom "On Division," by Goldie Goldbloom Facilitated by Leslie Kraemer
Through one woman's life at a moment of surprising change, the award-winning author Goldie Goldbloom tells a deeply affecting, morally insightful story and offers a rare look inside Brooklyn's Chasidic community.
On Division Avenue, just a block or two up from the East River in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Surie Eckstein is soon to be a great-grandmother. Her ten children range in age from thirteen to thirty-nine. Her in-laws, postwar immigrants from Romania, live on the first floor of their house. Her daughter Tzila Ruchel lives on the second. She and Yidel, a scribe in such demand that he makes only a few Torah scrolls a year, live on the third. Wed when Surie was sixteen, they have a happy marriage and a full life, and, at the ages of fifty-seven and sixty-two, they are looking forward to some quiet time together.
Into this life of counted blessings comes a surprise. Surie is pregnant. Pregnant at fifty-seven. It is a shock. And at her age, at this stage, it is an aberration, a shift in the proper order of things, and a public display of private life. She feels exposed, ashamed. She is unable to share the news, even with her husband. And so for the first time in her life, she has a secret—a secret that slowly separates her from the community.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Fresh Ink for Teens An Incredible Opportunity for Aspiring Teen Writers
Fresh Ink for Teens is an online publication written by, and for, Jewish teens around the world. Fresh Ink for Teens is currently seeking new staff writers, ages 14 - 18, to cover a variety of topics relating to high school and Jewish life.
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE OF THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS ATTENDING IN PERSON. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, August 6 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service led by Cantor Elena Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary CLICK HERE to view on Live Stream Saturday, August 7 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Jonathan Magidovitchon Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service The Zoom meeting ID is 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Robert Leib There will be NO Pirket Avot this week. We will resume next Sunday, August 15 at 10:00 AM. PLEASE NOTE new time for next week only! ______________________________________________
Cook For A Friend Tuesday, August 10, 10:00 AM
Join us in our new kitchen to pack up meals for those in need.
Everyone is welcome.
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Learn to Bake Challah with The Challah Ladies Wednesday, August 11 on Zoom 1st Session: 10:00 AM 2nd Session: 7:00 PM
Just in time for the High Holy Days! Learn to make your own challah - 1 braided, 1 round - with The Challah Ladies.
Contact Wendy Stahler at bubbewendy@gmail. com , or 215-694-2720 for registration and more information _________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE BETH AM "HORA DOWN" IS COMING! Saturday, September 18, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Southern Food ~ Dancing Costume Contest ~ Fun for Kids! $36 per person (12 and up) $10 for children (ages 0-3 free)
Watch your coming emails for registration information
SHUL SCHOOL - PAYMENTS
DID YOU KNOW? You can make payments directly through your ShulCloud account. It is important that your account be in good standing before the High Holy Days - and they are very early this year!
If you need assistance, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR OUR HIGH HOLY DAY UPDATES!
Welcome Stacey!
Join us as we welcome our newest addition to the Administrative Office - Stacey Mardt!
Stacey resides nearby in Oreland, and in her free time, she likes to read and spend time with her three (!) dogs.
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Mazel Tov to Rabbi Howard Bogot!
From a senior living community resident and the community’s life enrichment director comes a new children’s book, one meant to unite those young and old, tall and small. The author of the book, “Never Tell a Hermit Crab We Can’t Repair the World,” is Rabbi Howard Fogelson Bogot, a Jewish studies lecturer at Abington College of Penn State University and a resident at Rydal Park, a HumanGood life plan community in Montgomery County, PA. Daniel Sean Kaye, who illustrated the book, is the director of life enrichment at Rydal Park. The children’s book includes an introduction by Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-PA).
CLICK HERE for the full story. _________________________________________________
Help Us As We Plan Our 75th Jubilee Celebration! Share YourMemories of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
We are busy planning lots of wonderful things this year for our 75th Jubilee, and we need your help.
We invite you to write a few sentences about your history, memories, and/or highlights as a Beth Am member.
Please send to Sherrie at sturetsky@oyrtbetham.org. _________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, August 4, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
Are You Ready to Deepen Your Hebrew Learning? This coming Fall:
Join the engaging and eynamic Orna Torgeman as she guides participants through one or two semesters of biblical Hebrew. Gain vocabulary that you can use to connect to Torah learning, services, Jewish life and Israeli society.
In order for us to offer this class this Fall, we need to know how many folks are interested. There will be a fee, and classes will be held on Sunday mornings from 10:15-11:15am. Class will not conflict with Rabbi Leib’s Pirkei Avot class.
If you are interested, please email fill out this form by Aug. 10.
New Mah Jongg Class For Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg, or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302. Masks are mandatory for all participants, regardless of vacination status. _________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, August 17, 11:00 AM on Zoom "On Division," by Goldie Goldbloom Facilitated by Leslie Kraemer
Through one woman's life at a moment of surprising change, the award-winning author Goldie Goldbloom tells a deeply affecting, morally insightful story and offers a rare look inside Brooklyn's Chasidic community.
On Division Avenue, just a block or two up from the East River in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Surie Eckstein is soon to be a great-grandmother. Her ten children range in age from thirteen to thirty-nine. Her in-laws, postwar immigrants from Romania, live on the first floor of their house. Her daughter Tzila Ruchel lives on the second. She and Yidel, a scribe in such demand that he makes only a few Torah scrolls a year, live on the third. Wed when Surie was sixteen, they have a happy marriage and a full life, and, at the ages of fifty-seven and sixty-two, they are looking forward to some quiet time together.
Into this life of counted blessings comes a surprise. Surie is pregnant. Pregnant at fifty-seven. It is a shock. And at her age, at this stage, it is an aberration, a shift in the proper order of things, and a public display of private life. She feels exposed, ashamed. She is unable to share the news, even with her husband. And so for the first time in her life, she has a secret—a secret that slowly separates her from the community.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Fresh Ink for Teens An Incredible Opportunity for Aspiring Teen Writers
Fresh Ink for Teens is an online publication written by, and for, Jewish teens around the world. Fresh Ink for Teens is currently seeking new staff writers, ages 14 - 18, to cover a variety of topics relating to high school and Jewish life.
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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DUE TO THE SURGE OF THE COVID VARIANT, MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS ATTENDING IN PERSON. _________________________________________________________________
Friday, July 30 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Robert Leib and Cantor Elena Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary. July Anniversary Blessings You can also access the service on ZOOM PLEASE NOTE: There is no Live Stream this week. We appreciate your patience as we continue to work on technical difficulties. See you on Zoom! CLICK HERE for ZOOM Meeting ID: 818 2351 9331 You will need the password below Passcode: shabbos Saturday, July 31 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Dr. Robert Tornbergon Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Please join us for a special Sights & Sounds Shabbat Service featuring the talents of several congregants. The Zoom meeting ID is 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study). Torah Reader: Dan Singer ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Robert Leib Sunday, August 1, 11:00 AM on Zoom
We will be usingChapter 4:26 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 ______________________________________________
COFFEE & CONVERSATION Tuesday, August 3 9:30- 11:30 AM
We want to hear all about your special memories at Beth Am during the past 75 years. We will supply the coffee, juice, and nosh. Park in the rear lot, take the elevator to the second floor, walk down the school wing, and find yourself in the Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge. All are welcome to stop by, socialize, reminisce, and/or look through some old photos and documents of those wonderful memories of your years at Beth Am.
SHUL SCHOOL - DONATIONS
Thank you to all who have taken the time to log into their ShulCloud accounts to make donations.
In order to be sure that your donation is directed to where you want it to go, please remember to include which fund you would like your donation to go to.
If you need assistance, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Mazel Tov to Sara Frankel who has been accepted as one of this year’s Moving Traditions Kol Koleinu fellows!
Kol Koleinu is a yearlong teen feminist fellowship that brings together teens to learn about gender analysis, feminism and social change, to use their expertise to teach their peers, and to complete projects that share their learning and leadership with their greater Jewish communities. Click hereto read more about this program. _________________________________________________
Join us as we begin to plan our 75th Jubilee Celebration! Wednesday, July 28, 7:00p.m. - TBT Chapel
Memories of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
We are busy planning lots of wonderful things this year for our 75th Jubilee, and we need your help.
We invite you to write a few sentences about your history, memories, and/or highlights as a Beth Am member.
Please send to Sherrie at sturetsky@oyrtbetham.org. _________________________________________________
High Holy Day Information
Look for our upcoming High Holy Day emails on Wednesdays in the coming weeks.
Right now we are asking those who would like to dedicate a food basket for the bimah to contact us as soon as possible.Your basket can be dedicated for either Rosh HaShanah or Yom Kippur. We are foregoing flowers this year in lieu of the ongoing food insecurities that so many are experiencing.
For more information, or if you would like to donate a basket, please contact Bonnie at bmarks@oyrtbetham.org. _______________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, July 28, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
COFFEE & CONVERSATION Tuesday, August 3 9:30- 11:30 AM
We want to hear all about your special memories at Beth Am during the past 75 years. We will supply the coffee, juice, and nosh. Park in the rear lot, take the elevator to the second floor, walk down the school wing, and find yourself in the Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge. All are welcome to stop by, socialize, reminisce, and/or look through some old photos and documents of those wonderful memories of your years at Beth Am. ________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 3, 3:00 - 8:00 PM Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross Blood Drive in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com , or (215) 205-3027 ________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, August 17, 11:00 AM on Zoom "On Division," by Goldie Goldbloom Facilitated by Leslie Kraemer
Through one woman's life at a moment of surprising change, the award-winning author Goldie Goldbloom tells a deeply affecting, morally insightful story and offers a rare look inside Brooklyn's Chasidic community.
On Division Avenue, just a block or two up from the East River in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Surie Eckstein is soon to be a great-grandmother. Her ten children range in age from thirteen to thirty-nine. Her in-laws, postwar immigrants from Romania, live on the first floor of their house. Her daughter Tzila Ruchel lives on the second. She and Yidel, a scribe in such demand that he makes only a few Torah scrolls a year, live on the third. Wed when Surie was sixteen, they have a happy marriage and a full life, and, at the ages of fifty-seven and sixty-two, they are looking forward to some quiet time together.
Into this life of counted blessings comes a surprise. Surie is pregnant. Pregnant at fifty-seven. It is a shock. And at her age, at this stage, it is an aberration, a shift in the proper order of things, and a public display of private life. She feels exposed, ashamed. She is unable to share the news, even with her husband. And so for the first time in her life, she has a secret—a secret that slowly separates her from the community.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
FOOD DONATIONS
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Speed Friending Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. $18/person
Want to make some new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic started? Let us handle the conversation starters, icebreaker games and the virtual space to connect. All you have to bring is a sense of fun and an openness to meeting great people! If cost is a barrier, please email Kim Decker, oldyorkroad@kehillah.jewishphilly.org. Your donation to participate will support Tribe 12, a non-profit creating community for Philly’s Jewish young professionals that will be helping run the program for us.
To register,CLICK HERE . _______________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, July 23 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg in the Molish Sanctuary Masks are optional for those who are fully vaccinated. We ask that you please wear a mask if you are not fully vaccinated. You can also access the service on ZOOM PLEASE NOTE: There is no Live Stream this week. We appreciate your patience as we continue to work on technical difficulties. See you on Zoom! CLICK HERE for ZOOM Meeting ID: 818 2351 9331 You will need the password below Passcode: shabbos Saturday, July 24 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Greenon Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Shabbat Morning Service on Zoom (using same Zoom link as Torah Study) Torah Reader: Steve Green
CLICK HERE for this month's Message From The Clergy ______________________________________________________________________
IT'S A BOY! Welcome to the world, Damon!
Jackie Lehner and Derek Dantas, along with "Grandmom" Bonnie and "Pop" Ed Lehner, are pleased to announce the birth of Damon Alexander Dantas, born Thursday, July 22 at 10:52 a.m., weighing in at 7 lbs. 1 oz.
Many of you have watched Jackie grow up through her many years at Beth Am, and now we have the next generation here! Mazel Tov to Jackie and Derek, and to their familes!
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Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Robert Leib
There will be NO Pirkei Avot this week. Our next class will be Sunday, August 1st. ______________________________________________
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE
Our Book of Remembrance is going to the printer! PLEASE! If you have not yet sent in your names to be listed, please do so ASAP, or call the office at 215-886-8000. ______________________________________________
COFFEE & CONVERSATION Tuesday, August 3 9:30- 11:30 AM
We want to hear all about your special memories at Beth Am during the past 75 years. We will supply the coffee, juice, and nosh. Park in the rear lot, take the elevator to the second floor, walk down the school wing, and find yourself in the Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge. All are welcome to stop by, socialize, reminisce, and/or look through some old photos and documents of those wonderful memories of your years at Beth Am.
SHUL SCHOOL - DONATIONS
Thank you to all who have taken the time to log into their ShulCloud accounts to make donations.
In order to be sure that your donation is directed to where you want it to go, please remember to include which fund you would like your donation to go to.
If you need assistance, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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We are aware that the Live Stream audio was not working this past Friday evening. Please be assured that we are working on this problem and are hoping to have it up and running by Shabbat. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused and we appreciate your patience as we work to correct this technical issue.
Welcome to Our Newest Team Member!
Join us as we welcome our newest addition to the Administrative Office - Monica Lynn! Monica has a BA in Organizational Communications and a M.Ed. in Urban Education from Temple University. She hails all the way from Abington! In her free time, Monica likes to practice yoga and spend time with her dog Deacon and her fiance Joe. _______________________________________________
Memories of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
We are busy planning lots of wonderful things this year for our 75th Jubilee, and we need your help.
We invite you to write a few sentences about your history, memories, and/or highlights as a Beth Am member.
Please send to Sherrie at sturetsky@oyrtbetham.org. _________________________________________________
High Holy Day Information
Look for our upcoming High Holy Day emails on Wednesdays in the coming weeks.
Right now we are asking those who would like to dedicate a food basket for the bimah to contact us as soon as possible.Your basket can be dedicated for either Rosh HaShanah or Yom Kippur. We are foregoing flowers this year in lieu of the ongoing food insecurities that so many are experiencing.
For more information, or if you would like to donate a basket, please contact Bonnie at bmarks@oyrtbetham.org. _______________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, July 21, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, July 20, 11:00 AM on Zoom "The Vanishing Half," by Brit Bennett Facilitated by Bonnie Surrey
The Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of their daily lives that is different as adults, it's everything: their families, their communities, their racial identities. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
COFFEE & CONVERSATION Thursday, July 22 Tuesday, August 3 9:30- 11:30 AM
We want to hear all about your special memories at Beth Am during the past 75 years. We will supply the coffee, juice, and nosh. Park in the rear lot, take the elevator to the second floor, walk down the school wing, and find yourself in the Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge. All are welcome to stop by, socialize, reminisce, and/or look through some old photos and documents of those wonderful memories of your years at Beth Am. ________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 3, 3:00 - 8:00 PM Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross Blood Drive in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com , or (215) 205-3027 ________________________________________________
FOOD DONATIONS
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Speed Friending Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. $18/person
Want to make some new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic started? Let us handle the conversation starters, icebreaker games and the virtual space to connect. All you have to bring is a sense of fun and an openness to meeting great people! If cost is a barrier, please email Kim Decker, oldyorkroad@kehillah.jewishphilly.org. Your donation to participate will support Tribe 12, a non-profit creating community for Philly’s Jewish young professionals that will be helping run the program for us.
To register,CLICK HERE . _______________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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IN-PERSON SERVICES CONTINUE IN OUR SANCTUARY. AT THIS TIME, WE INVITE MEMBERS ONLY TO ATTEND.
Friday, July 16 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg in the Molish Sanctuary Masks are optional for those who are fully vaccinated. We ask that you please wear a mask if you are not fully vaccinated. You can also access the service on Live Stream through our website - CLICK HERE.
Saturday, July 17 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Lavneron Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Shabbat Morning Service on Zoom (using same Zoom link as Torah Study) Torah Reader: Barry Stein ______________________________________________________________________
ADL Signature Synagogue Program Looking for Beth Am Liason
ADL's Signature Synagogue Program ignites congregation-wide commitment to challenging antisemitism and hate through community education and engagement.
Beth Am is currently looking for a volunteer to act as our Liason for this program. This person will be invited to ADL board meetings and be the link to bringing ADL information to our Board on a regular basis.
If you are interested, please contact Sherrie Turetsky, sturetsky@oyrtbetham.org , 215-886-8000. ______________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Robert Leib
There will be NO Pirkei Avot this week. Our next class will be Sunday, August 1st. ______________________________________________
COFFEE & CONVERSATION Thursday, July 22 Tuesday, August 3 9:30- 11:30 AM
We want to hear all about your special memories at Beth Am during the past 75 years. We will supply the coffee, juice, and nosh. Park in the rear lot, take the elevator to the second floor, walk down the school wing, and find yourself in the Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge. All are welcome to stop by, socialize, reminisce, and/or look through some old photos and documents of those wonderful memories of your years at Beth Am.
LAST CALL FOR YOUR LOVED ONES' NAMES TO BE LISTED IN THE BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE!
Please be sure to fill out your Book of Remembrance form through ShulCloud, using THIS LINK .*
For those of you who have not yet signed up, we ask that you please do so asap. The Book of Remembrance link *WILL NOT WORK if you have not previously signed in. If you need assistance getting set up, please call the office, at 215-886-8000 and ask for Jackie or Bonnie. _________________________________________________________________________
SHUL SCHOOL - DONATIONS
Thank you to all who have taken the time to log into their ShulCloud accounts to make donations.
In order to be sure that your donation is directed to where you want it to go, please remember to include which fund you would like your donation to go to.
If you need assistance, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Lou Gettes is excited to tell everyone about his grandson Dr. Jarred E. Gettes, DMS. Dr. Gettes has returned from a year at the University of Southern California Los Angeles campus after doing his residency in general dentistry. He will be working at the Dental Arts Group of Voorhees. Lou said, “if you need a good dentist and you live in New Jersey stop in and meet Dr. Gettes.” ________________________________________________
High Holy Day Information
Look for our upcoming High Holy Day emails on Wednesdays in the coming weeks.
Right now we are asking those who would like to dedicate a food basket for the bimah to contact us as soon as possible.Your basket can be dedicated for either Rosh HaShanah or Yom Kippur. We are foregoing flowers this year in lieu of the ongoing food insecurities that so many are experiencing.
For more information, or if you would like to donate a basket, please contact Bonnie at bmarks@oyrtbetham.org. _______________________________________________
We're So Happy To Welcome Our Members Back Into Our Sanctuary! No Registration Required Reminders about in-person services:
Please be aware of the following guidelines to keep us all safe:
Illness = stay home: Please do not come to services if you are sick.
Masks are optional if you are fully vaccinated.
No food or drink provided: No oneg at this time.
Social distancing encouraged: Please respect other people's space.
Singing is allowed: Let us hear each other's voices!
All Erev Shabbat services will now be on Livestream through the Beth Am website.
Torah Study & Saturday Peer-Led services will continue on Zoom through the summer. ____________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, July 14, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Please park and enter in the front of the building. _______________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, July 20, 11:00 AM on Zoom "The Vanishing Half," by Brit Bennett Facilitated by Bonnie Surrey
The Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of their daily lives that is different as adults, it's everything: their families, their communities, their racial identities. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 3, 3:00 - 8:00 PM Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross Blood Drive in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com , or (215) 205-3027 ________________________________________________
FOOD DONATIONS
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Speed Friending Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. $18/person
Want to make some new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic started? Let us handle the conversation starters, icebreaker games and the virtual space to connect. All you have to bring is a sense of fun and an openness to meeting great people! If cost is a barrier, please email Kim Decker, oldyorkroad@kehillah.jewishphilly.org. Your donation to participate will support Tribe 12, a non-profit creating community for Philly’s Jewish young professionals that will be helping run the program for us.
To register,CLICK HERE . _______________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
Early registration is prior to July 1, 2021 Your choice of soccer swag while supplies last
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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BETH AM IS NOW OPEN FOR INDOOR SERVICES. AT THIS TIME, WE INVITE MEMBERS ONLY TO ATTEND.
Friday, July 9 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary. THERE WILL BE NO LIVE STREAM SERVICE THIS FRIDAY NIGHT DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES. Masks are optional for those who are fully vaccinated. We ask that you please wear a mask if you are not fully vaccinated.
Saturday, July 10 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Robert Leibon Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Shabbat Morning Service on Zoom (using same Zoom link as Torah Study) Torah Reader: Bridget Dorfman ______________________________________________________________________
COFFEE & CONVERSATION Wednesday, July 14 Thursday, July 22 Tuesday, August 3 9:30- 11:30 AM
We want to hear all about your special memories at Beth Am during the past 75 years. We will supply the coffee, juice, and nosh. Park in the rear lot, take the elevator to the second floor, walk down the school wing, and find yourself in the Rovinsky Family Youth Lounge. All are welcome to stop by, socialize, reminisce, and/or look through some old photos and documents of those wonderful memories of your years at Beth Am. _________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Robert Leib Sunday, July 11, 11:00 AM
We will be using Chapter 4:25, pp. 264-266 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410
NOTE: This will be our last class until August 1st. _________________________________________________
LAST CALL FOR YOUR LOVED ONES' NAMES TO BE LISTED IN THE BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE !
Please be sure to fill out your Book of Remembrance form through ShulCloud, using THIS LINK .*
For those of you who have not yet signed up, we ask that you please do so asap. The Book of Remembrance link *WILL NOT WORK if you have not previously signed in. If you need assistance getting set up, please call the office, at 215-886-8000 and ask for Jackie or Bonnie. _________________________________________________________________________
SHUL SCHOOL - DONATIONS
Thank you to all who have taken the time to log into their ShulCloud accounts to make donations.
Please remember to fill out ALL of the information required, including:
amount of donation
which fund the donation is going to
who the donation is from
who the donation is in memory of or in honor of
address of person to send a card to if not a member
The system will prompt you for all of these categories. If you need help, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
This email is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this email. Please notify the sender immediately by email if you have received this email by mistake and delete this email from your system. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of thisinformation is strictly prohibited.
Introducing Our New President, Joshua (Josh) Posnan
Thank you to all who came out to our June 25 Shabbat service to show their support for and to participate in the Induction of our new Board officers!
For those who were not able to attend either in person or on Live Stream, you may now access Josh's installation speech by clicking on the link below. Installation Speech
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Join Cantor Zarkh Tomorrow Night! Jewish Music in America Wednesday July 7, with a rain date of July 8th 7:00 p.m. Minyan and 7:30 p.m. Concert Mandel Campus - Elkins Park
Join the musical leaders from Old York Road Congregations, including Cantor Elena Zarkh, for an outside performance celebrating Jewish Music in America. The rain date is Thursday, July 8 at the same time. For more information and to register,CLICK HERE .
*This event is sponsored by Horsham Center for Jewish Life _________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, July 7, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is required for all indoor and outdoor events. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Please park and enter in the front of the building _________________________________________________
Reminders about in-person services:
Please be aware of the following guidelines to keep us all safe:
Illness = stay home: Please do not come to services if you are sick.
Masks are optional if you are fully vaccinated.
No food or drink provided: No oneg at this time.
Social distancing encouraged: Please respect other people's space.
Singing is allowed: Let us hear each other's voices!
All Erev Shabbat services will now be on Livestream through the Beth Am website.The Friday night Zoom meeting is now discontinued.
Torah Study & Saturday Peer-Led services will continue on Zoom through the summer. ____________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, July 20, 11:00 AM on Zoom "The Vanishing Half," by Brit Bennett Facilitated by Bonnie Surrey
The Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of their daily lives that is different as adults, it's everything: their families, their communities, their racial identities. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 3, 3:00 - 8:00 PM Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross Blood Drive in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com , or (215) 205-3027 ________________________________________________
FOOD DONATIONS
Thank you for the ongoing food donations that go to the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. Food insufficiency continues as a serious issue. One in five households face food inadequacy in our area.
Please continue to contribute canned goods at the back door of Beth Am. Bins for food donations are put out at the back entrance of Beth Am Monday through Friday.
If you are unable to shop for food donations, purchasing a gift card from Beth Am to donate to the Food Cupboard is another option.
In addition to our regular canned food contributions, below is a list of non-expired, regular sized items needed at this time:
Canned corn, peas, green beans and beets (low salt preferred)
Brown rice and whole wheat pasta
Baked beans, 16 oz. cans
Healthy non-sugared cereals
(Canned pastas and soups are fully stocked and not needed at this time). ____________________________________________
Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
Speed Friending Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. $18/person
Want to make some new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic started? Let us handle the conversation starters, icebreaker games and the virtual space to connect. All you have to bring is a sense of fun and an openness to meeting great people! If cost is a barrier, please email Kim Decker, oldyorkroad@kehillah.jewishphilly.org. Your donation to participate will support Tribe 12, a non-profit creating community for Philly’s Jewish young professionals that will be helping run the program for us.
To register,CLICK HERE . _______________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
Early registration is prior to July 1, 2021 Your choice of soccer swag while supplies last
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, July 2 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and Live Stream on our website. Registration is NOT required to attend in the sanctuary. July Birthday Blessings CLICK HEREto join on Live Stream.
Saturday, July 3 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Lavneron Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Shabbat Morning Service on Zoom (using same Zoom link as Torah Study) Torah Reader: Rhoda Ryba ______________________________________________________________________
REMINDER!
Please remember to park in the front of the building for Shabbat services tonight while our driveway and parking lot are undergoing resurfacing.
Independence Day, also called Fourth of July or July 4th, in the United States, is the annual celebration of nationhood. It commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. _________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib
There will be NO Pirkei Avot on Sunday, July 4.
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Important Information for the Mi Shebeirach List
It is always our earnest hope and prayer that all individuals on our sick list are granted a timely Refuah Shleimah, a speedy and complete recovery.
With that thought in mind, we will now read an individual’s name at Erev Shabbat services for a period of up to 3 months (unless otherwise notified beforehand to remove a name) but thereafter we kindly ask YOU to contact us if you wish to have his/her name remain on the list.
This policy going forward will greatly assist us in keeping both our Mi Shebeirach list manageable and our office records updated.
Your cooperation, support and understanding are most appreciated. ________________________________________________
HAVE YOU SENT IN YOUR INFORMATION FOR THE BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE ?
Please be sure to fill out your Book of Remembrance form through ShulCloud, using THIS LINK .*
For those of you who have not yet signed up, we ask that you please do so asap. The Book of Remembrance link *WILL NOT WORK if you have not previously signed in. If you need assistance getting set up, please call the office, at 215-886-8000 and ask for Jackie or Bonnie. _________________________________________________________________________
SHUL SCHOOL - DONATIONS
Thank you to all who have taken the time to log into their ShulCloud accounts to make donations.
Please remember to fill out ALL of the information required, including:
amount of donation
who the donation is from
who the donation is in memory of or in honor of
address of person to send a card to if not a member
The system will prompt you for all of these categories. If you need help, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Mazel Tov and Thank You to Mark Braverman, who led us through unthinkable times while serving as our President of the Board of Directors these past two years. Mark helped lead us with confidence, poise and generosity. We wish him all the best!
Join us as in a warm welcome to our incoming President, Josh Posnan, Executive Vice President, Bruce Sham, and all of our new Board Members. We are excited to have you on "board!" _________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, June 30, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium
Pre-registration is now required for all indoor and outdoor events. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Masks will be required for all. Please park and enter in the front of the building _________________________________________________
Reminders about in-person services:
Please be aware of the following guidelines to keep us all safe:
Illness = stay home: Please do not come to services
if you are sick.
Masks required: Please always wear a mask (except children under 2), even if you are vaccinated.
No food or drink provided: No oneg at this time.
Social distancing encouraged: Please respect other people's space.
Singing is allowed: Let us hear each other's voices!
All Erev Shabbat services will now be on Livestream through the Beth Am website.The Friday night Zoom meeting is now discontinued.
Torah Study & Saturday Peer-Led services will continue on Zoom through the summer. ____________________________________________
Parking Lot Improvements
Our parking lot will be closed for resurfacing and relining beginning Tuesday, June 29. Please be sure to park in the front of the building for next week's Shabbat service and all other business.
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Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, July 20, 11:00 AM on Zoom "The Vanishing Half," by Brit Bennett Facilitated by Bonnie Surrey
The Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of their daily lives that is different as adults, it's everything: their families, their communities, their racial identities. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 3, 3:00 - 8:00 PM Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross Blood Drive in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com , or (215) 205-3027 ________________________________________________
FOOD DONATIONS
We are continuing to collect food donations for the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. The need to support members of our community is ongoing. Donations can be dropped at the bin at the back entrance of the Temple Monday through Friday. No expired items please.
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS FOOD? (must reside in Montgomery County)
Distribution times are as follows: Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Limited spots are available. Call or text: 267-313-3317 for information.
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Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
SAVE THE DATE: Jewish Music in America Wednesday July 7, with a rain date of July 8th 7:00 p.m. Minyan and 7:30 p.m. Concert Mandel Campus - Elkins Park
Join the musical leaders from Old York Road Congregations for an outside performance celebrating Jewish Music in America. The rain date is Thursday, July 8 at the same time. For more information and to register, CLICK HERE . *This event is sponsored by Horsham Center for Jewish Life _______________________________________________
Speed Friending Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. $18/person
Want to make some new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic started? Let us handle the conversation starters, icebreaker games and the virtual space to connect. All you have to bring is a sense of fun and an openness to meeting great people! If cost is a barrier, please email Kim Decker, oldyorkroad@kehillah.jewishphilly.org. Your donation to participate will support Tribe 12, a non-profit creating community for Philly’s Jewish young professionals that will be helping run the program for us.
To register,CLICK HERE . _______________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
Early registration is prior to July 1, 2021 Your choice of soccer swag while supplies last
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, June 25 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and Live Stream on our website. ALL IN-PERSON ATTENDEES MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED. Installation of Officers and June Anniversary Blessings, followed by refreshments outside. CLICK HEREto join on Live Stream.
Saturday, June 26 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Shoshanah Tornbergon Zoom CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Shabbat Morning Service on Zoom (using same Zoom link as Torah Study) Torah Reader: Steve Green ______________________________________________________________________
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, June 27, 11:00 AM on Zoom
Important: Please be sure to check your weekly Shabbat emails for Pirkei Avot information as we begin to move into our Summer schedule.
CLICK HERE to join on Zoom. Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410
Next Week: July 4th - NO Pirkei Avot _________________________________________________
Important Information for the Mi Shebeirach List
It is always our earnest hope and prayer that all individuals on our sick list are granted a timely Refuah Shleimah, a speedy and complete recovery.
With that thought in mind, we will now read an individual’s name at Erev Shabbat services for a period of up to 3 months (unless otherwise notified beforehand to remove a name) but thereafter we kindly ask YOU to contact us if you wish to have his/her name remain on the list.
This policy going forward will greatly assist us in keeping both our Mi Shebeirach list manageable and our office records updated.
Your cooperation, support and understanding are most appreciated. ________________________________________________
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE
Please be sure to fill out your Book of Remembrance form through ShulCloud, using THIS LINK .*
For those of you who have not yet signed up, we ask that you please do so asap. The Book of Remembrance link *WILL NOT WORK if you have not previously signed in. If you need assistance getting set up, please call the office, at 215-886-8000 and ask for Jackie or Bonnie. _________________________________________________________________________
SHUL SCHOOL - DONATIONS
Thank you to all who have taken the time to log into their ShulCloud accounts to make donations.
Please remember to fill out ALL of the information required, including:
amount of donation
who the donation is from
who the donation is in memory of or in honor of
address of person to send a card to if not a member
The system will prompt you for all of these categories. If you need help, please call the office at 215-886-8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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