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December 2014 — Kislev & Tevet 5775 Dear friends, Winter is upon us! That means the the weather is cool, Saints are playing hotly-contested, end-of-the-season games (um, sort of), our children have off from school, and Chanukah is approaching! Chanukah is one of the most-celebrated Jewish holidays across the Jewish spectrum; who doesn’t get excited for lighting candles, playing games, and eating oil-soaked foods?! Following in the stead of last year’s ThanksGivvukah, this Chanukah promises to get back to its roots. But— what are the roots of Chanukah? We are often given two related, but differing, narratives about the miracle that we are supposed to be celebrating. As kids, we are told about the miracle of the oil used to light the Menora, how it lasted 8 days. As the popular piyyut “Maoz Tzur” tells it, But from the last remaining flask a miracle was wrought for the Jews/Therefore the sages of the day ordained these eight for songs of praise. However, there is a parallel miracle of which we speak—the victory of the underdog, ragtag Jewish Maccabees against the larger, better-trained and better-equipped, Greek army. The Jewish people were able to win back sovereignty from a great empire. What an unexpected, miraculous victory! SO—which of these two is the true miracle of Chanukah for us to celebrate? As is often the case with these types of questions, the answer is: both!! These two stories represent different sides of the same coin. The oil is a supernatural miracle, speaking to the miraculous nature that can, at times, seem to characterize the ongoing existence of the Jewish people. The victory of the Macabees symbolizes the same idea, but as manifested through the natural and organic workings of military might and political workings. Both ideas, in tandem, encourage us to spend time thinking about the many events, twists and turns in human and Jewish history that have led us to this moment, to be lighting the Chanukah candles at home and at shul, with friends, family, and community. We hope for and anticipate a time where we will not simply celebrate our continuing existence, but a realization of our people’s values and strivings. This is understood through the prism of a rebuilt center of Jewish worship in Jerusalem. As Maoz Tzur puts it, “Then we will celebrate with song and psalm the altar's dedication.” May we soon join together in song and psalm. Chanukah Sam’each! -R’ Gabe RABBI’S MESSAGE 4004 West Esplanade Avenue, South - Metairie, LA 70002 - Phone: (504) 454-5080 - Fax: (504) 883-8010 - www.BethIsraelNOLA.com

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December 2014 — Kislev & Tevet 5775

Dear friends,

Winter is upon us! That means the the weather is cool, Saints are playing hotly-contested, end-of-the-season games (um, sort of), our children have off from school, and Chanukah is approaching! Chanukah is one of the most-celebrated Jewish holidays across the Jewish spectrum; who doesn’t get excited for lighting candles,

playing games, and eating oil-soaked foods?!

Following in the stead of last year’s ThanksGivvukah, this Chanukah promises to get back to its roots. But—what are the roots of Chanukah? We are often given two related, but differing, narratives about the miracle that we are supposed to be celebrating. As kids, we are told about the miracle of the oil used to light the

Menora, how it lasted 8 days. As the popular piyyut “Maoz Tzur” tells it,

But from the last remaining flask a miracle was wrought for the Jews/Therefore the sages of the day

ordained these eight for songs of praise.

However, there is a parallel miracle of which we speak—the victory of the underdog, ragtag Jewish Maccabees against the larger, better-trained and better-equipped, Greek army. The Jewish people were

able to win back sovereignty from a great empire. What an unexpected, miraculous victory!

SO—which of these two is the true miracle of Chanukah for us to celebrate?

As is often the case with these types of questions, the answer is: both!! These two stories represent different sides of the same coin. The oil is a supernatural miracle, speaking to the miraculous nature that can, at times, seem to characterize the ongoing existence of the Jewish people. The victory of the Macabees symbolizes the same idea, but as manifested through the natural and organic workings of military might and political workings. Both ideas, in tandem, encourage us to spend time thinking about the many events, twists and turns in human and Jewish history that have led us to this moment, to be lighting the Chanukah candles at home

and at shul, with friends, family, and community.

We hope for and anticipate a time where we will not simply celebrate our continuing existence, but a realization of our people’s values and strivings. This is understood through the prism of a rebuilt center of Jewish worship in Jerusalem. As Maoz Tzur puts it, “Then we will celebrate with song and psalm the altar's

dedication.”

May we soon join together in song and psalm. Chanukah Sam’each!

-R’ Gabe

RABBI’S MESSAGE

4004 West Esplanade Avenue, South - Metairie, LA 70002 - Phone: (504) 454-5080 - Fax: (504) 883-8010 - www.BethIsraelNOLA.com

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Learn the Hebrew Siddur:

Have you been a lifelong Beth Israel member but never really learned the words of the pray-er book? This class is for you! Are you new(ish) to Judaism and don’t have any back-ground? This class is for you!

Monday nights 7:00-8:00PM. We will be focusing on learning the words and pronunciation of the siddur, as well as some insights as to structure and meaning.

Ongoing Classes:

Thursdays 7:30PM — Parshat HaShavua with R’ Gabe

Saturdays 5:00PM — Maimonides’ Mishneh Torah with Dr. Yehuda Halper

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, Dec. 2nd at 12:00 PM

Judges and Lawyers Lunch & Learn

Join us as we discuss in-depth an area of Jewish law, and contrast it with its parallel in US law. Suggested $10 donation to cover lunch. Hosted at the Gertler Law Firm, 935 Gravier St., Suite #1900, New Orleans.

Sunday, Dec. 14th at 3:00 PM

Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra

Sinfonia Outreach Concert

GNOYO has been recognized both locally and nationally for its commitment to music education. Now in its twentieth season, GNOYO provides young musicians the opportunity to participate in a high-quality full orchestra program. Two members of Beth Israel play in GNOYO— Ethan and Avishai Taylor—so come out to support them, and listen to some beautiful music in our holy space!

Wednesday, December 23rd at 6:30PM

Beth Israel Community Chanukah Party /Chinese Dinner

Join us for a long standing Jewish tradition...Chinese Food for Christmas.

Free for members, non-member suggested donation $18 per person.

Friday, January 23rd following 6:00PM Services

Community Shabbat Dinner with special guest, Scott Cowan,

former president of Tulane University

RSVP to [email protected] or call the synagogue office.

$18 pp Members / $26 pp Non-Members / Free for Children 12 & Under

NEWS & HAPPENINGS

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Kiddush Fund

James & Sabina Altman

In honor of …

Past President, Alexander Barkoff………………by Irwin & Judy Lachoff

Rabbi & Rebbetzin Greenberg………………………………...by Eliot Lauer

Refuah Sheleimah to… Jacob Kansas…………………………….by Stephen & Frieda Ritter

In memory of…

Martin Burstein………………………………by Alan & Sherrie Goodman

General Fund

Anonymous Stephen & Mery Blitz

Richard & Kyna Epstein George & Elaine Haas

Eitan & Ahava Lang Richard & Kimberly Mayer

NCIS New Orleans (Danni Productions, LLC)

In honor of...

The engagement of Hannah Chalew...by George & Elaine Haas

In memory of…

Schanette Lopp…………………………………...by Gary & Sonya Batten

Joseph Levin…………………………………………….by J. Joseph Blotner

David Pailet……………………………………..by Marshall & Jane Gerson Helen Singer Lester Gerson

Harry Katz………………………………………………………by Miriam Katz

Abraham Teles………………………………………..by Joel & Paula Picker Celia Reiner Gerber

Morris Shaprio……………………………………………..by Ronald Shapiro

Oscar J. Tolmas…………………………...by Dr. Hyman & Connie Tolmas

Stanley Bleich, M.D…………………………..by Dr. Lance & Karen Turkish

Youth Programming Fund

Stephen & Mery Blitz

DONATIONS TO BETH ISRAEL NOVEMBER 1 - 25, 2014

Building Fund

Bradley & Daniela Bain Jacob & Lee Kansas

Mark & Keri Pollock Stanley & Roselle Ungar

Alvis & Jessie Wilson

Prayer Book Fund

In memory of…

Sol Harry Klumok……………………………..by Alan & Sherrie Goodman

Myron Kasten………………………………………………..by Sandra Kasten

Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund

In memory of… Bessie Rosenblum………………………………….by Evelyn Barton Joseph

Abraham Barber……………………………………………….by Miriam Katz

Rasel Barber

Morris Morvay……………………………………………..by Ralph Moskowitz

Refuah Sheleimah to Tinok ben Sarah (Bain)

Alvin Cotlar Judge Sol & Jackie Gothard

Joel & Paula Picker Rabbi David & Jessica Posternock

Refuah Sheleimah to Don Thomas

Joel & Paula Picker

High Holiday Honors

Sidney & Diane Cotlar Alan & Carol Shear

To Rachael Kansas and Jason Feder on their recent wedding!

To grandfather, Dr. Alvin Cotlar and parents Ronald & Tiffany Cotlar Furlow on the birth of a grandchild/child.

By the time this newsletter goes to print, the Bain family will hopefully have arrived home safe and sound from Boston. I have spoken with Bradley and Daniela, and they asked me to convey their deepest thanks and appreciation to the congregation. They have felt deeply supported by folks' thoughts, prayers, and many kindnesses bestowed over the last month since baby boy Bain was born. Additionally, they are particularly grateful for the financial contributions that people have given; they have made a world of difference in light of all the additional expenses that the family is now facing.

After they have settled back in, the Bain's look forward to introducing the newest member of their family, and to thanking you themselves in person.

A NOTE FROM RABBI GABRIEL GREENBERG

MAZEL TOV!

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DECEMBER 2014 YAHRTZEITS In memory of… Remembered by… December 1 (9 Kislev) Hedwig Bachenheimer Sol Belasco………………………….Joseph & Janice Nodvin Marvin & Peggy Belasco Celia Reiner Gerber……………………..Joel & Paula Picker Gerson Katz………………………………………...Mirta Katz Sol Harry Klumok………………….Alan & Sherrie Goodman Fred & Sue Preis Zolman Kutchei………………………………….Ronald Kahn Dalya Kutchei Pauline Loewenberg………………..James & Sabina Altman Abraham Rau……………………………..Jody Rau William & Leslie Rau Leon Shiff Solomon Shushan………………………..Sue Rae Fleischer Joel & Toby Mendler Albert Siegel Max Steiner

December 2 (10 Kislev) Bertha Friedman Cohen Farrel Arlan Prince Anna Yuspeh

December 3 (11 Kislev) Marvin Grodsky Isidore Rosenzweig Abraham Teles…………………………….Joel & Paula Picker

December 4 (12 Kislev) Alexander F. Thomas………………Allan & Nancy Topolosky

December 5 (13 Kislev) Mollie K Becker Perry Seelig Feldman Leon Goldblum Isidore Steinman………………………...Joel & Toby Mendler

December 6 (14 Kislev) William Aronson Libby Gruber Rosalie Feldman Young

December 7 (15 Kislev) Samuel Fellman Michelle Beth Kahn Hilda B Shapiro Jules Watsky……………………………..Shirley R. A. Watsky Sidney Wolf……………………………...Joseph & Yetta Wolf

December 8 (16 Kislev) Mollie B. Fishbein Abraham Ginsburg…………………….Jack & Joan Ginsburg Fanny Gordon Dr. Harold Title………………………………….Dr. Hilton Title

December 9 (17 Kislev) Bessie Rosenblum Barton……………Evelyn B Joseph Harold & Janet Pesses Harry J Cohen

In memory of… Remembered by… December 9 (17 Kislev)...continued… Philip Glinky Bessie Aisenman Rosenblum Sam Watsky……………………………...Shirley R. A. Watsky Robert Weinstein……………………………Beverly Brickman

December 10 (18 Kislev) Jacob Solomon Aronowitz

December 11 (19 Kislev) Rachel Berk..................................................Kathleen Lepow Morris Broverman Mallia Hendler Esther Karnovitz Louis Levy Lowentritt III

December 12 (20 Kislev) Ernest Altman………………………...James & Sabina Altman Rae Berk Lester Leo Lisker……………………………Ken & Anna Levin Harold I. Pailet

December 13 (21 Kislev) Abe Brener

December 14 (22 Kislev) Edel Aratchofsky Lena S. Cohen David Katz Ray Handelman Maslansky

December 15 (23 Kislev) Abraham Morris Goldman Sharon Morvay………………………….Ralph Moskowitz Ruth Pitak Polikoff……………..Stephen & Barbara Katz Helen Singer…………………..Marshall & Jane Gerson

December 16 (24 Kislev) Benjamin Belasco Anna K. Walpert

December 17 (25 Kislev) Abraham Davis Beulah Karnovitz Morris Lassen Joseph Levin…………………………..J. Joseph Blotner Dr. Dan & Marcy Fertel Rose Smith Packler Fanny B. Rosen…………………………Jack & Martha Sands

December 18 (26 Kislev) Helen L. Hyman Nathan Phillips

December 19 (27 Kislev) Abraham L. Fishman Beulah Latter Benjamin Middleberg Louise Chapman

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Please consider sponsoring a Kiddush in honor of a loved one’s Yahrtzeit.

Please support our congregation by sponsoring a Kiddush Lunch to honor someone, remember someone, celebrate a

simcha, or even just enhance our Shabbat celebration. If you cannot sponsor a complete kiddush, you may be a

partial sponsor through a donation to our kiddush fund.

There are three levels of Kiddush sponsorship: $180 for a Basic Dairy Kiddush

$270 for a Deluxe Dairy or Basic Meat Kiddush $360 for a Deluxe Meat Kiddush

Contact the synagogue office today to reserve the date for your special Kiddush or to make a donation!

In memory of… Remembered by…

December 20 (28 Kislev) Louise Chapman Abraham Goldman

December 21 (29 Kislev) Abraham Carp Ida Katz……………………………………..Barry & Alona Katz Richard Katz Louis Padulsky Annie T. Steinman Oscar Tolmas…………………..Dr. Hyman & Connie Tolmas

December 22 (30 Kislev) Rachel Gumelsky Benjamin Strug Sadie Kreinik Wright……………………………….Sylvia Stern

December 23 (1 Tevet) Luiza Adler Ralph Covert……………………………………Mildred Covert Bernard H Weiss

December 24 (2 Tevet) Eva Stein Ginsburg Lillian Fine Kolmaister Hattie Nodvin………………………...Joseph & Janice Nodvin

December 25 (3 Tevet) Dr. Maria Gitter Victor Katz…………………………...Stephen & Barbara Katz Morris Reiner

December 26 (4 Tevet) Sidney Carp………………………………………...Sarah Carp Hinde Esther Kleinfeldt………………………..Mildred Covert

December 27 (5 Tevet) Simon Cohen Sol Lepow……………………………………..Kathleen Lepow Miriam M. Pastel Leah Phillips Nellie K. Steiner Rachel P Zilberman

In memory of… Remembered by…

December 28 (6 Tevet) Nathan Greenspan……………………….David & Robin Mintz Freida Kansas David Pailet…………………………..Marshall & Jane Gerson Ethel Steinman Samuel R. Topolosky………………Allan & Nancy Topolosky Mae Trestman December 29 (7 Tevet) Samuel Brandt…………………………Simon & Paula Pulitzer Simon Cohen December 30 (8 Tevet) Rebecca Smith Salomon………...Gloria Fisher Dr. Marc & Deborah Fisher Annette Smason Rosa Breen Smith……………………………Alan Smason Annette Smason Irvin Smith December 31 (9 Tevet) Martin Meyer Dogulov……………….Stephen & Barbara Katz Willie Mintz………………………………..David & Robin Mintz Louis Rosenson Abraham Solomon

DECEMBER 2014 YAHRTZEITS

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Beth Israel is a proud

member of the Orthodox Union and a supporter of

YCT Rabbinical School!

CHESED COMMITTEE NEWS

The committee is a group of people who recruit others from

throughout the community to help individuals and families by providing anything from a phone call, a home or hospital visit

or a meal in such circumstances as an illness or the birth of

a baby.

The committee is open to both men and women and the more people involved, the more this group of volunteers will

be able to do to help.

If you are interested in serving on the committee or helping

in some way, please contact:

Jennifer Schneider at [email protected]

or (504) 883-5137, Eva Barkoff at [email protected]

or (504) 832-3617.

Book Dedications

Dedicate a book in honor of a loved one, in memory of someone special, or for a happy occasion!

Only $36 each!

Contact the synagogue office to

dedicate a prayer

book or chumash!

BETH ISRAEL & COMMUNITY NEWS

Thank You to our Volunteers

To our Holy Kitchen Krewe: Jackie Gothard, Blayne Gothard, Judy Antin Lachoff, Chink Lepow, Shula Fuchs, Gertrude Beerman, Lee Beerman Blotner, Jessie Wilson &

Jessy Posternock

To our recent office helpers: Paula Picker & Shirl Watsky

The Sisterhood continues to grow! If you haven't

joined yet, it's never too late, and we'd love to include

you. You can join by sending a check for $18 to Beth

Israel made out to Beth Israel Sisterhood (and note

that it is for sisterhood dues) or join at the next

function.

For more information, please contact one of our

Co-Presidents:

Judy Antin Lachoff

(504) 281-4181, [email protected]

Lee Miller Blotner

(504) 834-2312, [email protected]

Sisterhood Presents...

Thursdays, 5:30PM at Beth Israel

YOGA WITH JANICE OPPENHEIM

Open to men and women of all ages

$6 sisterhood members - $7 non-members

SISTERHOOD NEWS

HOME HOSPITALITY

Get in on your share of the mitzvah of hachnasat orchim! The task is ours to extend southern hospitality to visitors who find themselves in New Orleans over Shabbat.

Can you offer a bed, or a Friday night dinner, or a Saturday afternoon

lunch? Contact Jessie Wilson at [email protected] and find out how you can participate in Beth Israel's hospitality endeavors.

Help us maintain a network of

volunteers in home hospitality.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

COMMUNITY GROUPS WELCOME

As we did on Canal Boulevard, our new building is available to the community for use by civic

and neighborhood groups and service organizations as well as by our members for various

professional, social, or life cycle functions, etc. We have technology for business meetings with

video conferencing, high definition movie display, versatile space for your group or

organization’s needs and much, much more. All groups and organizations are welcome to use

our facility regardless of religious affiliation. Contact the synagogue office for more info or to

schedule your event!

In November we hosted: Jewish Family Services - Parents of Troubled Adults Support Group, Beth Israel Sisterhood Veterans Day

Program - Paperclips, NCSY - NJ BBQ, Mishneh Torah Class with Tulane Jewish Studies Professor Dr. Yehuda Halper,

Torah Study and Hebrew Siddur Classes with Rabbi Gabe, and Yoga with Janice Oppenheim

SHOP & CONTRIBUTE TO BETH ISRAEL We are pleased to announce that Congregation Beth Israel has partnered with AmazonSmile. AmazonSmile has the exact same prices

and product selection as Amazon.com. The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible

AmazonSmile purchases to Beth Israel.

Access AmazonSmile at smile.amazon.com from the web browser on your computer or mobile device.

On your first visit to AmazonSmile, you will need to select “Congregation Beth Israel Menorah

Institute” as your charitable organization. You can use your same account on Amazon.com and

AmazonSmile, and your shopping cart, wish list, wedding or baby registry, and other account settings

will be the same for both. Please go to smile.amazon.com for questions and additional AmazonSmile

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Monday, December 1st, 7:20PM - Jewish Community Center - Speaker: Walter Isaacson - at the Uptown JCC, 5342 St. Charles

Avenue, New Orleans. For more info contact Liba Kornfeld at (504) 897-0143 or [email protected].

Tuesday, December 2nd, 7:00PM - Federation - Jewish Community Relations Council 5775 Launch - Location TBD. Allison Kushner at

(504) 780-5688 or [email protected].

Thursday, December 4th, 9:00AM - Jewish Community Day School Prospective Parents Open House - at the Goldring / Woldenberg

JCC 3747 West Esplanade Avenue, North, Metairie. For more info contact Deb Marsh at (504) 887-4091 or [email protected].

Thursday, December 4th, 6:00PM - Anti-Defamation League Torch of Liberty Dinner - at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, New Orleans.

For more info contact Allison Padilla-Goodman at (504) 780-5602 or [email protected].

Tuesday, Decembeer 9th, 6:30PM - Federation - Opening Campaign Kickoff Event - at the home of Joyce & Sidney Pulitzer.

For more info contact Sherri Tarr (504) 780-5609 or [email protected].

Thursday, December 11th, 7:00PM - Jewish Community Center Speaker: Tova Mivis, - at the Uptown JCC, 5342 St. Charles Avenue,

New Orleans. For more info contact Liba Kornfeld at (504) 897-0143 or [email protected].

Thursday, December 11th, 7:00PM - Jewish Community Day School “Preparing for Chanukah” Wine & Wonder Event - at the Goldring / Woldenberg JCC 3747 West Esplanade Avenue, North, Metairie. For more info contact Deb Marsh at (504) 887-4091

or [email protected].

Thursday, December 11th, 8:00PM - JCRS Chanukah Bash - at Bellocq, 936 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans. For more info

contact Mark Rubin (504) 828-6334 or [email protected].

Sunday, December 14th, 2:00PM - Jewish Community Center - Community Chanukah Celebration - - at the Uptown JCC, 5342 St.

Charles Avenue, New Orleans. For more info contact Liba Kornfeld at (504) 897-0143 or [email protected].

Tuesday, December 16th, 5:30PM - Chanukah@Riverwalk - at the Riverwalk Spanish Plaza, 3 Poydras Street, New Orleans. For

more info contact Mendel Rivkin (504) 302-1830 or [email protected]

Tuesday, December 16th, 7:00PM - Jewish Community Day School “Jewish Education Night at the Pelicans” - at the Smoothie King

Center, 1501 Dave Dixon Drive, New Orleans. For more info contact Sharon Pollin (504) 887-4091 or [email protected].

Thursday, December 18th, 6:30PM - Federation - JNOLA Latke Vodka - Location TBD. For more info contact Miranda Larsen

(504) 780-5612 or miranda @jewishnola.com.

Friday, December 19th, 11:00AM - Jewish Babies Club: Chanukah Music - at the Goldring / Woldenberg JCC 3747 West

Esplanade Avenue, North, Metairie. For more info contact Lauren Ungar (504) 887-4091 or [email protected].

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December 2014 9 Kislev - 9 Tevet

Judges and Lawyers

Lunch & Learn at the

Gertler Law Firm

12:00PM

Code of Jewish Ethics

at GoP 11:00AM

Women’s Tehillim Circle

8:00PM

Parsha Study at

Rabbi’s Home 8:00PM

Sisterhood - Yoga with Janice Oppenheim

5:30PM

Torah Study with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:30PM

Mincha /Kabbalat

Shabbat followed by

Dinner 6:00PM

R.S.V.P. required

$18 per person /

$30 per couple

Kabbalat Shabbat / Maariv 6:00PM

Vayishlach

Shacharit 9:00AM

Mishneh Torah

5:00PM

Shabbat Ends: 5:40PM

Havdalah 6:00PM

Wednesday Sunday Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday 9 Kislev

1

2 11 Kislev

3 1 16 Mar Cheshvan

4 12 Kislev

2 13 Kislev

5:54

5

4:42

3 18 Mar Cheshvan

6 14 Kislev

4 19 Mar Cheshvan

7 15 Kislev

4 Tevet

26

Learn the Hebrew Siddur with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:00PM

Learn the Hebrew Siddur with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:00PM

Saints @ Bears

7:30PM

Sisterhood - Yoga with Janice Oppenheim

5:30PM

Torah Study with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:30PM

Kabbalat Shabbat / Maariv 6:00PM

12

Vayeishev

Shacharit 9:00AM

Mishneh Torah Class

5:00PM

Shabbat Ends:

5:41PM

Havdalah 6:00PM

Chanukah-Day4

Miketz

Shacharit 9:00AM

Mishneh Torah

5:00PM

Shabbat Ends: 5:44PM

Havdalah 6:00PM

Vayigash

Shacharit 9:00AM

Mishneh Torah

5:00PM

Shabbat Ends

5:45PM

Havdalah 6:00PM

Chanukah-Day3

Kabbalat Shabbat /Maariv 6:00PM

19

Kabbalat Shabbat / Maariv 6:00PM

Erev Chanukah

Learn the Hebrew Siddur with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:00PM

Chanukah-Day 2

Sisterhood - Yoga with Janice Oppenheim

5:30PM

Torah Study with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:30PM

Chanukah-Day8

Sisterhood - Yoga with Janice Oppenheim

5:30PM

Torah Study with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:30PM

25

Chanukah-Day5

Falcons @ Saints

12:00PM

8 16 Kislev

9 17 Kislev

10 18 Kislev

11 19 Kislev 20 Kislev

13 21 Kislev

15 23 Kislev

14 22 Kislev 24 Kislev

16 17 25 Kislev

18 26 Kislev 27 Kislev

20 28 Kislev

22 30 Kislev

Chanukah-Day 6

Rosh Chodesh - Tevet (Day 1)

Learn the Hebrew

Siddur with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:00PM

21 29 Kislev

23 1 Tevet

24 2 Tevet 3 Tevet

27 5 Tevet

Saints @ Buccaneers 12:00PM

28 6 Tevet

30 8 Tevet

31 9 Tevet

4:43

4:46

4:49

Chanukah-Day 7

Rosh Chodesh - Tevet (Day 2)

BI Community

Chanukah Party / Chinese Dinner

6:30PM

Greater New Orleans

Youth Orchestra -

Sinfonia Outreach

Concert at BI 3:00PM

Panthers @ Saints

12:00PM

10 Kislev

Learn the Hebrew Siddur with Rabbi

Gabe at BI 7:00PM

29 7 Tevet

Chanukah-Day 1