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On January 27th, more than 1,000 calls were made on Super Sunday. The volunteers were enthusiastic about a day of making a difference. Phones rang throughout the Harrisburg Jewish community from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thanks to their efforts, we met our goal and raised 30% over last year. The success for the day was thanks to Alex Halper, Super Sunday Chair, David Herman and Julie Wright Halbert, Campaign Co-Chairpersons, and the JFGH staff members.

“Nothing compares to the incredible Super Sunday energy and the feeling of being surrounded by caring people from all ages and from different parts of our Jewish community. It is so rewarding to see many people come together each year to make the Harrisburg Jewish community a better place,” said David Herman. “There’s nothing like a Super Sunday filled with fun, with shouts of joy and excitement as successful calls are announced, and with such a shared feeling of purpose.”

In the afternoon, Hebrew High students and AZA boys made the final push for gifts. They rang the bell each time a gift was received. The teens enjoyed making the calls knowing they were making a difference as Jewish community leaders.

“The JCC has been there for me since I was a little kid, and it's important to keep it open. I have been fortunate enough to do so many activities at the J and I've really grown up with it,” said Lila Portman, BBYO member. “It's really important for people to donate to the Annual Campaign so other kids can have an experience like mine.”

The funds raised by the Annual Campaign provide support and services for the entire Jewish Community, including JCC programs such as the Early Childhood Department, summer day camp, senior nutrition programs, after-school care, a state-of-the art athletic facility, programming for adults, teens and young children and cultural arts; allocations to Jewish Family Service and The Silver Academy for operational support; and funds directed to Israel and overseas.

“The volunteers and staff who came out for Super Sunday did a fantastic job and I think had a pretty fun time. Everyone just seemed determined to make the day a success, and it's great to see that all of the enthusiasm and hard work resulted in a strong showing on Super Sunday,” said Alex Halper.

It’s never too late to donate and ensure our future in the Harrisburg Jewish Community! We have raised just under $600,000 of our $1.2 million with an over 12% increase. Need more specific information to donate? Go to www.jewishharrisburg.org, call 236-9555 ext. 3204 or email Beth Romano at [email protected].

TOGETHER WE DO EXTRADORDINARY THINGS!

Super Sunday - Super Successful!

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Vol. 87 No. 4February 22, 2013

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the Community InvestorBy Howard Ross | Executive Director | Jewish Community Foundation of Central Pennsylvania

foundation news

Almaya, a Quality Israeli ProgramFollowing a recent article about direct

giving to support Israeli programs, I was asked what I felt were some of the best. One of those, which maximizes the effect of every dollar, is Almaya.

Integration of the immigrant Ethiopian Jewish community is one of Israel’s difficult tasks. Almaya is addressing the problem.

Almaya is a grassroots organization that both represents and serves the Ethiopian community in the Negev. Almaya’s leadership, lay and professional, is excellent. The Executive Director herself came up through the ranks of Almaya, having served as a youth worker, coordinator of youth programs, interim director, and now director. The Board is good and representative of the community; the Executive Committee is committed and involved, a mix of members of the Ethiopian community and others.

Almaya’s veteran programs continue, though at a reduced level for now due to budget restraints. These include the Home Visiting Program for young mothers and infants, Bama’aleh educational enrichment and support for grade school children, and Coor’at focusing on the performing arts for teens. Many of the children and youth in the programs come from difficult backgrounds and find pride in their identity and abilities through Almaya. Programs for the community, including celebrations, commemorations, and cultural events also continue. Almaya also runs Youth Centers in Beer Sheva, Sderot, and Arad.

Almaya sees itself becoming a leading Ethiopian grassroots association working to empower and develop local leadership within the community. Almaya strives to integrate community members into Israeli society. Almaya programs and activities answers a wide range of needs while stressing the values, heritage and traditions of the Ethiopian community. Almaya’s programs encourage excellence in the community in the areas of education and culture, sports and arts.

Over the years, Almaya has developed programs that target infancy and early childhood development, academic excellence, teamwork, and leadership development, as well as culture and arts. The ultimate goal is always excellence well beyond the particular area of focus, giving the children and youth a sense of belonging and accomplishment,

pride, skills, and often literally saving them from severe personal and family situations. Since its founding, Almaya has helped Ethiopian immigrants and their families integrate into Israeli life while preserving the uniqueness of the community’s traditions.

Almaya has won numerous awards, including: The President’s Award, Ben-Gurion University’s Award for Innovative Training of Students, The Clore Foundation’s 50th Anniversary Award, and the New York Federation Award for Family Care.

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Together WE Do Extraordinary Things

SUPER SUNDAY VOLUNTEERS AND STAFF HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCEMonths of planning go into making Super Sunday possible. In addition to organizing the thousands of pledge cards, setting-up the phones, and

providing refreshments, volunteers are enlisted and trained to call on behalf of the 2013 Annual Campaign.

Thanks go to the following volunteers and staff members who devoted their time and talent to make the day a success.

Jacob Aaron • Rachel Aaron • Steve Aaron • Avi Beck • Ed Beck • Aviv Bliwas • Marty Brill • Micah Brownawell • Helene Caplan • Mandy CheskisMax Dadswell • Elizabeth Deitchman • Jake Deskiewicz • Robert Durham • Holly Engelman • Rob Friedman • Rabbi Joseph Gewirtz • Rachel Glick

Margaret Grotzinger • Jacob Halbert • Julie Halbert • William Halbert • Alex Halper • Jill Henig • David Herman • Max Hess • Joel Hervitz Sam Hirshberg • Jeffrey Jacobs • Gloria Kaplan • Adiv Lift • Ben Loux • Steven Loux • Mark Maisel • Neysa Maisel • Spencer Markowitz

Adam Mitrani • Rabbi Ron Muroff • Seth Narins • Ari Pelna • Max Pelna • Lila Portman • Bryan Reid • David Remmel • David Rosen • Hallie RosenIan Rosen • Paula Rosen • Sam Rosen • Jenn Ross • Steven Roth • Max Rubey • Jenny Rubin • Zach Ruth • Michael Sand • Alexa Schwab

Dan Schwab • Madison Schwab • Patty Schwab • Sammy Schwab • Michael Solomon • Cynthia Sussman • Libby Urie • Beth VoystockBruce Weber • Lexi Weikert • Lincoln Weinstock • Rachel Weinstock • Adam Wiener • Shelley Winer-Remmel • Julia Zharichenko

Federation Staff: Carl Braunegg • Patti Bromley • Kim Evanoff • Francie Feinerman • Terry Fisher • Stuart Gasner • Dan Henderson • Deb HeverlingLauren Jacobs • George Rittner • Howard Ross • Linda Skulsky • Angie Stoll • Terri Travers • Michelle Wickwire • Leslie Wiener

Monte Carlo Night Draws a

Full HouseThis year’s Monte Carlo Night on February 2nd at the Harrisburg

Jewish Community Center was bigger and better. The event attracted

over 160 people, and they gathered to try their collective hands at

casino tables for a host of raffle prizes. Attendees were able to try

their luck at Black Jack, Craps, Texas Hold ‘Em and Roulette.

People also enjoyed delicious appetizers and desserts, drinks, live

music, dancing, a silent auction and a basket raffle.

It was gratifying to see a range of age groups represented among the

attendees. The night was full of great camaraderie and people having

an amazing time!

Proceeds from the event go to benefit the Day Camp scholarship

fund and Green Hills improvements.

Special thanks to all of the participants, volunteers, donors and

sponsors: Dena and Steve Markowitz; Ricci and Mike Doctrow; Mr.

Deli & Mrs. Too!, M & T Bank, Mr. G’s Restaurant, Brown Schultz,

Sheridan & Fritz, W & L Sales, Inc., Wegmans, Giant Foods, J-Five

Casino Parties, Conestoga Tours and Bald Boys Entertainment.

Kosher Chili Recipe –People’s Choice Award

Stuart Gasner

Sauté in a pan- 15 - 20 minutes till browned1 large onion diced3 lbs of ground beef1 large red bell pepper1 box of mushrooms1 -2 jalapenos or 1 habanero (depending on comfort of heat)1 cup of beef stock

Add in (including all the juices of cans)

1 can of red kidney beans1 large can of crushed tomatoes 1 large can of diced tomatoes1 can of tomato paste1 can of dark beer

Spice mixture (to be added in after above ingredients are mixed)

1 tablespoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon white pepper (black pepper if you don't have)1 teaspoon of cumin1 teaspoon of red cayenne pepper1 tablespoon of chili powder1 teaspoon of oregano1 tablespoon of garlic powder1 cup of brown sugar

Simmer for 3 hours and enjoy!


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The hottest event for the entire Jewish Community –serving up a day of food and fun!

The JCC hosted the first annual community-wide kosher chili cook-off and tailgating party on Sunday, February 3rd. Over 100 people enjoyed sampling chili and other kosher foods, mingling, enjoying children’s activities, and simply having a great time at the JCC.

Special thanks to A & L Foods for their generous donation to the event!Congratulations to Stuart Gasner for winning the People’s Choice Award and to the JCC staff for winning the Judge’s Choice Award!

Official tastetestersMark Brodskyand RamonRodriguez

Left to right: Participants Stuart Gasner, Linda Skulsky and Andrea Weikert (JCC Team), and Beth Voystock


The Benefits of Massage By Lisa M. Reed, L.M.T. PA #MSG000936

Absolute Massage TherapyHave you thought about massage but think, I’m too busy? How can an

hour actually help? You have work, phone calls to make, errands to run and the list goes on and on. But your knee hurts, your shoulders are sore, your back aches, and you are not sleeping right at night.

Here is how an hour of therapeutic massage can benefit you…Imagine lying on a warm table between fresh crisp sheets, soft relaxing

music playing in the background. The gentle sound of the massage lotion being warmed between your massage therapist’s hands. The aching knee

pain goes away. The throbbing, over stressed muscles, melt and feel soothed.

An hour later you get up from the table, walking in slow motion. You come out of the massage room and notice the smell of fresh air and feel

the warmth of the sunshine on your face. All those reasons that kept you away from making that call to schedule your massage seem so far away. The problems of the world have faded into oblivion after 60 minutes of relief. All you can think is, did it have to end?

Why does this happen?A tight, stressed muscle cannot hold much fluid nor can it allow blood

or oxygen to pass through it. Think of your muscle like a sponge that is squeezed tight. It doesn’t absorb water. When your muscles become tight or stressed, this decreases the circulation of your blood and increases the strain put on your heart. This can leave you feeling stressed, sore, fatigued and reduces your previous energy levels.

Massage therapy releases the contracted tight, stressed muscles and pushes blood towards the heart easing the strain on the vital organs. The increase in circulation brings much needed oxygen and energy-producing nutrients to your muscle cells. It also flushes the toxic waste that was stored in the muscles that caused you to feel lethargic and drained.

Massage therapy calms the nervous system and relaxes tense muscles causing your body’s rhythm to slow down. When this happens, your heart rate settles, your blood pressure lowers and your breathing becomes deeper and more rhythmic, priming you for a perfect night’s sleep.

Massage therapy increases your body’s oxygen carrying red blood cell count helping to bring even more oxygen to your body’s cells. Massage therapy not only increases your red blood cell count, but it increases the circulation of lymph fluid which helps the body fight off infection and speed your recovery time from injury and illness.

Health is our Greatest Wealth!!!To contact Absolute Massage Therapy, located in the Jewish Community

Center, please email, [email protected] or (717) 315-9806

The Morrison Love Story:A musician, a wedding consultant and 59 years of devotion

By Mary KlausAl Morrison doesn’t sing to his

bride of 59 years. But when the iconic Harrisburg musician sits at the piano and plays “All the Things You Are” to his cherished wife, Fae, his sparkling eyes and heartfelt music speak volumes of an endless love.

“We’ve had a beautiful life,” agreed the Morrisons during an interview at The Residence on the campus of The Jewish Home. “We’re best friends.”

The Morrison love story began even before Al Morrison of Steelton met Fae Lightman of Harrisburg in the early 1950s at a dinner party on North Second Street, Harrisburg. Al, who grew up in Steelton and worked at the

family’s Morrison Shoe Store at 19 N. Front Street there, already was a musician when they met. “Music and I always liked each other,” said Al, who in 1927 was enthralled by “The Jazz Singer” starring Al Jolson at the State Theater. “After seeing that film, I went to my grandmother’s house, sat down at her upright piano in the dining room and began playing what I thought was jazz,” he grinned. “The family liked it,”

Al’s parents bought him a piano and signed him up for piano lessons. He joined the Steelton Drum and Bugle Corps when he was 8, played in the Steelton High School marching band and, as a teen-ager played at bars and grills

throughout the area. He majored in music at Lebanon Valley College in Annville and continued his work as a musician even while in the Army.

Soon, Al was playing the piano everywhere in the area, from weddings to reunions and for everyone from Mamie Eisenhower to several governors -- while still working in the family shoe business. Meanwhile, his future wife, one of three daughters raised by her widowed father, was helping out at her family’s Lightman’s Cut Rate Store at 1127 N. Cameron St.

As young adults, Fae and Al met at a dinner party. Both were pleased. “She was really pretty,” he said. “He

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In the spirit of involving all Federation departments in Super Sunday, the Brenner Family Early Learning Center was determined to be a part of this extraordinary day.

Under the direction of artist and Turning 4s teacher Jodie Raffensperger, the Turning 4s and other classes in the Early Learning Center put their hands (and a few feet) into the project – literally. The end product is this beautiful, colorful banner. Not only does it demonstrate creativity, it also represents a willingness and enthusiasm of the ELC students and teachers to be a part of the Super Sunday event.

A special Thank You goes out to Jodie Raffensperger and the Brenner Family Early Learning Center for the banner that now adorns the Atrium lobby.

Early Learning Center Contributes its Efforts

to Super Sunday

was really nice,” she said.The couple, both members of the

Jewish Community Center Young Adult Club, began dating and attending dances. Sometimes, Fae would accompany Al to functions where he and his musicians performed in everything from a trio to a full orchestra.

“Once, Al was playing at the dance for the Central Pennsylvania Teen Princess pageant at Zembo Mosque,” Fae recalled. “He said on the speaker “now I want to dance with my princess.” Then we danced as his band played for us.”

The Morrisons got married

on February 7, 1954 at Beth El Temple, where they still belong.

As Al’s musical career grew, Fae balanced secretarial work with her new career as a wedding consultant. Soon, it became difficult to tell who was best known in the couple, the musician who was a staple at nearly all the social events in the Harrisburg area from 1939-2002 or the wedding consultant who from 1965-2005 arranged hundreds of weddings for couples of all faiths and in various settings.

“A woman would get engaged, call me and ask me to help do the wedding,” Fae said. “I loved

it. I would arrange flowers, cakes, receptions, music and more for weddings indoor and outdoor and for Jews, Christians, Unitarians and more. I worked with all budgets too.”

In their spare time, the Morrisons enjoyed theater, opera and ballet. Fae also liked spending time in her kitchen, becoming known for her tasty kugels, brisket and mandlebroit.

Along the way, the Morrisons had a son, Douglas, now a psychologist in Chicago, and a daughter, Mindy, now a lawyer in Baltimore. They also have three grandchildren.

The Morrisons moved to The Residence in 2005 and say they love their apartment, friends, staff and activities. Their love for each other seems to grow stronger each year as each sings the praises of the other. “I love being with Fae,” Al said. “She makes me happy.” Fae called her husband “a kind, sweet man who never complains. We complement each other.”

Asked the secret of a long and happy marriage, both smiled. “Love

and respect each other,” Al said. “Fae has taught me patience.” Fae smiled lovingly at him, then added “never go to bed angry. Always talk things over. Pull the blind down on any bad things and be optimistic. If you love each other, everything works out.”

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From Afghanistan to Israel: KI Helps Lift the Morale of Our Brave SoldiersBy Rabbi Akiva Males

Do you remember how great it felt to receive a care package from back home when you were off at camp or school? What if you were an active-duty Jewish soldier out in the field during the High Holiday season -- instead of a camper or college student? Can you imagine how lonely it must feel to be away from family and friends -- and the comforts of home -- during such a special time of the year? Now imagine how a deployed Jewish soldier must appreciate receiving a care package during the High Holidays.

Kesher Israel Congregation decided that it wanted to play some role in lifting the spirits of our brave soldiers who were so far removed from a normal Yom Tov setting. After getting in touch with Lt. Col. Avi Weiss of Chicago, IL (holding the Havdallah candle in the picture at right) --an Orthodox US Army chaplain stationed in Afghanistan -- I confirmed that he would be happy to distribute Shanah Tovah "pick-me-up items" to Jewish GIs on behalf of KI.

After filling two large boxes with generously donated Kosher treats and useful goods, Kesher Israel Congregation shipped our packages off to Afghanistan on August 17 -- a full month before Rosh Hashanah. Rabbi Weiss recently e-mailed me that KI's packages arrived intact prior to Rosh Hashanah, and that he gladly shared their contents with many of our very appreciative Jewish GIs in Afghanistan.

After doing something for our Jewish American GIs, KI was also eager to find a way to lift the spirits of Israel’s active-duty Chayalim (soldiers) over the holiday of Sukkot. I was excited to learn about a wonderful project of the International Young Israel Movement (IYIM) which greatly helps boost the morale of the soldiers of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) each year during Sukkot.

On the intermediate days of Sukkot, IYIM together with the IDF Rabbinate travels with a mobile Sukkah – attached to the back of an IDF truck -- from base to base, guard post to guard post, and visits thousands of soldiers on active combat duty.

Each soldier is warmly greeted by members of the IDF Rabbinate, and given the opportunity to enter the Sukkah, have a drink and a snack, shake the Lulav and Etrog, and receive a small festival package of goodies. This year’s IYIM Sukkot project was once again a great hit with Israel’s brave soldiers.

Rabbi Yedidya Atlas of the IDF Rabbinate stated: "We are very grateful to our brethren for allowing this year’s campaign to be such a success. The soldiers can feel the warmth of brotherhood across the seas, and this gives them even more strength to continue in their mission of ensuring the security of the people of Israel.” Kesher Israel’s Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund thanks the generous donors who enabled our synagogue to be counted among the list of sponsors who made this wonderful project possible.

Kesher Israel Congregation’s Rabbi Akiva Males can be reached at [email protected]

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To make a reservation contact us at [email protected] go to our website at www.tbshalom.org. Deadline: March 15, 2013

Seating not confirmed until payment received. Sorry, no telephone reservations or walk-ins the day of the Seder. SEATING FEES to be

announced soon.


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A Purim Letter to Students -- and the Rest of UsBy Rabbi Akiva Males

Each year at this time, Ricki Gold leads Kesher Israel Congregation’s effort in sending out Purim Care Packages to our college students. This is a beautiful project that our Shul is proud to carry out. Over the years, many students have told me how much these care packages have meant to them. I am always happy to write a short holiday letter to be included in the package.

After writing my letter for this year’s Purim package, it struck me that while my letter was written for today’s college students, the message below is one that applies to all of us – regardless of age.

Wishing you a Happy Purim!Rabbi Akiva Males_________________________________________Adar 5773 / February 2013Dear KI students,I hope you are well.

Can you believe that it’s Purim time already? I was just looking through the beginning of chapter 3 of the Megillah of Esther, and I think there’s a message that clearly speaks to the contemporary Jewish student on campus.

Chapter 3 opens with Mordechai, a citizen of ancient Persia who was fully involved in his nation’s affairs. As a Jew, he had no problem going about his daily business and playing a completely active role in the non-Jewish society around him. But then something fundamentally different occurs: a new trend begins, with Mordechai’s contemporaries treating another human being -- Haman -- with the respect usually reserved for G-d alone.

At that point, Mordechai is forced to make a choice. Will he remain steadfast to his religious convictions, or will he go with the flow and violate his religious traditions and principles by bowing down to another human being as if he were G-d?

We all know what Mordechai chose to do and how the rest of the story played itself out.

The question we need to ask ourselves is: how to react when pressured by our peers to act in a manner inconsistent with our Jewish values and traditions? How will we respond when forced to choose between social acceptance and the tenets of our rich Jewish legacy?

It is no coincidence that the Megillah concludes by calling Mordechai “HaYehudi” – the Jew (Esther 10:3). Mordechai was the ultimate proud Jew we can all look to for direction.

While he played a full role in non-Jewish society and was an officer in the king’s court, Mordechai continued to hold his head up as a proud Jew. He never lost sight of his Jewish values and principles. In fact, he used those very principles to shape his decisionmaking process.

When the going gets tough, I hope we’ll all look to Mordechai for inspiration and guidance.

Layala and I wish you a wonderful Purim!Rabbi Akiva [email protected]. Please stay in touch!

Unto Every Person There Is a Name

Holocaust Commemoration

April 7-8, 2013

IMAGINE WIPING OUT THE STATES OF:

DELAWARE POPULATION 724,842RHODE ISLAND POPULATION 1,000,012VERMONT POPULATION 584,771CONNECTICUT POPULATION 3,275,000

AND3.7% OF PENNSYLVANIA’S POPULATION OF 11,000,000 415,375

__________6,000,000

HELP THE GREATER HARRISBURG JEWISH COMMUNITY

REMEMBER

! Mothers ! Fathers ! Sisters ! Brothers ! Aunts ! Uncles ! Cousins ! Friends

Your reading of names will serve as testimony to those who died in the Holocaust during World War II. Participate as a reader or as an observer of this

project sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg in conjunction with B’nai B’rith and Yad Vashem.

Please join us for the opening ceremony

Sunday, April 7, 7:30 pm

The Reading of Names will begin at 7:30 pm on Sunday, April 7 and will continue through 7:30 pm on Monday, April 8

Temple Ohev Sholom

2345 North Front Street

Harrisburg, PA

To participate as a Reader of Names,please contact Lillian Rappaport at 236-9555, ext 3402


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Sunday, February 24Community Purim Carnival, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., JCC

TueSday, February 26Senior Adult Lunch Program – 10 a.m., JCC

Program: The De Angelo Trio, gypsy Jazz group, 12:30 p.m.

ThurSday, February 28Senior Adult Lunch Program – 10 a.m., JCC

Program: Chisuk Emuna Lunch ‘N Learn, 12:30 p.m.Silver Academy Open House, 5:30 – 7 p.m.

TueSday, March 5Senior Adult Lunch Program – 10 a.m., JCC

ThurSday, March 7Senior Adult Lunch Program – 10 a.m., JCC

Federation Board of Trustees Mtg., 7 p.m., JCC

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

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BREAKFAST ‘N LEARN AT BETH EL TEMPLE“Breakfast ‘n Learn,” a Sunday morning Adult Education series at Beth El Temple, welcomes

Dr. Ted Merwin as guest speaker on Sunday, March 3. Please join us for minyan service at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel followed by the breakfast program at 9:45 a.m. in Rosen Sisterhood Hall.

Associate Professor of Religion and Jewish Studies at Dickinson College, Dr. Merwin also directs the Asbell Center for Jewish Life at Dickinson. A professor, writer, journalist and noted public speaker on topics of Jewish culture, Ted is the author of a forthcoming book on the history of the Jewish delicatessen. His topic on March 3 is “From Rabbi Hillel to Larry David: Everything You Wanted to Know About the Secret History of the Jewish Deli Sandwich.”

Please join us on March 3 for morning minyan and Breakfast ‘n Learn. Enjoy lively and engaging food for thought along with a good nosh in a convivial setting. A five dollar donation to cover refreshments is requested. RSVP to the Beth El Temple Office at 232-0556.

BETH EL TEMPLE SISTERHOOD HOSTS PAJAMA PARTY AT THE RESIDENCE

Thursday, February 28, 7:00 p.m.

“Calendar Girls,” the 2003 critically acclaimed comedy film starring Helen Mirren, is one

movie that women of all ages can relate to and enjoy. On Thursday evening, February

28 at 7:00 p.m., the women of Beth El Temple will join our friends at The Residence for an

intergenerational program that’s truly about “sisterhood.” We’ll serve popcorn and snacks.

For fun and comfort, feel free to wear PJ’s!

Join us for a delightful movie night with our friends at The Residence. RSVP to Patty in

the Beth El Temple Office at 232-0556.


synagogue lifeBeth el temple232-0556 | www.betheltemplehbg.org

Minyan 7 a.m. daily and 5:30 p.m.Sunday morning at 9 a.m.Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat 6 p.m.Shabbat morning 9:15 p.m.Saturday night mincha/maariv/havdalah at same time as Friday evening candlelighting time

February 5 thru 26: Purim Food Drive--donations accepted in Temple Lobby

Tuesdays, February 26, March 5, 12 & 19: Adult Education with Rabbi Cytryn -- “Jews Reading the Gospels”, 7:15 p.m.

Saturday, February 23: Purim Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with mincha. Light supper at 6 p.m. Megillah Reading at 6:30 p.m.Kadima Costume Ball & sleepover

Sunday, February 24: Megillah Reading at morning minyan 9 a.m.Thursday, February 28: Sisterhood “Pajama Party & Movie Night” at The Residence, 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 3: Breakfast ‘n Learn, 9:45 a.m. Dr. Ted Merwin presents “Secret History of the Deli Sandwich”

Sunday, March 3: USY at ClimbnasiumSaturday, March 9: Bat Mitzvah of Sara Malina, 9:15 a.m.Sunday, March 10: Sulam Leadership Training, 10 a.m.Sunday, March 10: Sunday Afternoon of Service at Downtown Daily BreadWednesday, March 13: Board of Directors Meeting, 7 p.m.Friday, March 15: Tot Shabbat, 5:30 p.m.Sunday, March 17: Chaverim Coffee & Bagels Social,10:30 a.m.Sunday, March 17: Kadima program, 12 noon “Preparing Pillows for Passover”

March 3 thru 20: Children’s Book Drive for Camp Curtin--donations accepted in Temple Lobby

Saturday, March 23: Java ‘n Torah, 9 a.m. “Old Wisdom Renewed and Validated”PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Chisuk emuna Congregation 232-4851 | [email protected]

Weekly Minyan times: Monday, Thursday mornings, 6:50 a.m.Sunday through Thursday evenings, 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, 7 a.m.

Friday and Saturday evening services as scheduled below:

SERVICES HELD AT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC)

3301 N. FRONT STREET, HARRISBURG

Friday, February 22Saturday, February 23Sunday February 24

Friday Mincha/Afternoon, Kabbalat Shabbat and Maariv/Evening services will begin at 5:30 p.m. led by Rabbi Ron Muroff at the JCC.

Saturday Shacharit/Morning services will begin at 9:15 a.m. led by Rabbi Ron Muroff and members of the congregation. Mincha/Maariv begins at 5:35 p.m. At 7:00 p.m. Purim will be celebrated with the Megilla reading, costumes, entertainment and refreshments.

Sunday morning services will begin at 8:30 a.m. and include the Megillah reading for Purim followed by a community Purim Carnival and Blood Drive for the Central PA Blood Bank at 10 a.m.

For more information about Chisuk Emuna programs and services, please call our office at 232-4851.

Congregation Beth israelLebanon | 273-2669

Visit the Congregation Beth Israel Web Site at www.congregation-beth-israel.org All are welcome to our egalitarian services: Sundays at 9 a.m., Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. Our Shabbat services, lead by Rabbi Paula Reimers, are at 8 p.m. on Friday evenings and on Shabbat morning at 9:30 a.m. followed by Kiddush. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Congregation Beth tikvahCarlisle | 245-2811 | www.bethtikvah.orgPUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

historiC B’nai JaCoBMiddletown | 319-3014 | www.bnai-jacob.org

Historic B’nai Jacob Synagogue, Water and Nissley Streets in Middletown, will conduct Shabbat services on Friday, March 1st at 7:30 p.m. We are a Community Shul - all are welcome. Visit Web Site for more information or call our Voice Mail at 717-319-3014.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

kesher israel Congregation238-0763 | www.kesherisrael.org

Participate in our daily Minyanim. Mornings: Sundays and Federal holidays at 8 a.m., Monday through Friday at 6:45 a.m. Rosh Chodesh and fast days at 6:30 a.m. Evening services begin at 20 minutes before sunset.Please join us for our 9 a.m. Shabbat morning services - followed by kiddushPUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

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Join us for our contemporary Kabbalat Shabbat at 7:15 p.m. or our more traditional Shacharit Shabbat at 9 a.m. Temple Beth Shalom is proud to offer a range of programming for all ages.To find out more about our programs and events, visit www.tbshalom.org or contact us at [email protected]. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

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Friday, February 22: Shabbat Service, 6 p.m., Lehrman ChapelFriday, March 1: Shabbat Service, 6 p.m., Lehrman ChapelFriday, March 8: Family Shabbat Service, 7:30 p.m., SanctuarySaturday, March 9: Tot Shabbat, 10:30 a.m., Lehrman ChapelFriday, March 15: Sisterhood Shabbat Service, 7:30 p.m., SanctuarySaturday, March 16: B’nai Mitzvah, 10:30 a.m., SanctuaryFriday, March 22: Shabbat Service, 7:30 p.m., SanctuaryFriday, March 29: Lay Lead Shabbat Service, 6 p.m., Lehrman Chapel


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ROSLYN S. COHENRoslyn S. Cohen 80, of Harrisburg

passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 27, 2013, at Harrisburg Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 12, 1932 in Norristown, Pennsylvania to the late Louis H. Sablosky and Bertha Cuddy. Roslyn enjoyed Mah Jongg, golf, crossword puzzles, and was an avid reader. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul J. Cohen and her sister Fay S. Molino.

Surviving are her sons, Steve M. Cohen and wife Robin of Harrisburg, Craig S. Cohen and wife Lynn of Las Vegas, and Alan T. Cohen of Kentucky; her daughter Cydnee G. Cohen of Harrisburg; one sister Sharon S. Meyers of Harrisburg; 5 grandchildren; Joshua H. Cohen, Alyson L. Cohen, Justin Olsen, Emily Cohen, and Rachel Vickers;

and 2 great-grandchildren: Jaxon and Hawkin Vickers.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, January 29th at Chisuk Emuna Cemetery Chapel with Rabbi Ron Muroff officiating. Burial was held at Chisuk Emuna Cemetery. To send condolences to the Cohen family please visit www.HetrickBitner.com.

BETTY DANOWITZBetty Danowitz, 89, of Harrisburg,

passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at the Jewish Home of Greater Harrisburg. Born in Harrisburg on June 14, 1923 to the late Simon and Rose (Nicoll) Danowitz, Betty grew up in Harrisburg and was graduated from John Harris High School. Betty retired from the Federal Government after many years of service; was a member of Chisuk Emuna Congregation, their Sisterhood, the Jewish Community Center and its Senior Club. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Gerald, Bernard and Alvin Danowitz. Surviving are her brother, Harvey Danowitz and his wife, Barbara of Harrisburg; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Thursday, February 7th at Chisuk Emuna Cemetery Chapel with Rabbi Ron Muroff officiating. Burial was in Chisuk Emuna Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Jewish Home of

Great Harrisburg, 4000 Linglestown Road. Harrisburg, 17112, to Chisuk Emuna Congregation, P.O. Box 5507, Harrisburg, 17110 or to Horizon Hospice, 1200 Camp Hill By-Pass, Suite 201, Camp Hill, 17011.

GARY KAYBeth El Temple regrets to

inform you of the passing of our beloved member Gary Kay passed away in Florida on January 29, 2013 after a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Jane, their children Glen and Kathy and their grandchildren Joshua, Jonathan and Robbie. Funeral services and interment were held in Florida on Friday, February 1st. A memorial service was held in Harrisburg.

SANDOR “SANDY” STERNBERG

Sandor “Sandy” Sternberg of Harrisburg passed away on Friday, February 1, 2013 at his home. He was a former partner of Rose Family Cleaners and Quality Cleaners of Lemoyne. Sandy’s eye for style made him a much sought after tailor in the business that he loved for over 40 years. He was a member of Kesher Israel Congregation and a Holocaust Survivor. He enjoyed reading the news and sports and was a Phillies fan. Sandy was receded in death by his wife, Ella Sternberg; three brothers, Benjamin, Moshe

and Martin. Surviving are his son, Edwin Sternberg and his wife, Sherri of Harrisburg; two daughters, Rita Gordon and her husband, Barry of Harrisburg, Nancy Silberman and her husband, Dovid of Brooklyn, NY; one sister, Freda Lederer of Harrisburg; sixteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Sunday, February 3rd at the Kesher

Israel Cemetery Chapel with Rabbi Akiva Males officiating. The burial was in Kesher Israel Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Kesher Israel Congregation, 2500 N. 3rd Street, Harrisburg, 17110 or to Chisuk Emuna Congregation, Building Fund, P.O. Box 5507, Harrisburg, 17110. To share on-line condolences, please visit www.HetrickBitner.com.

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