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October 2015 Tishrei - Chesvan 5776

Volume 62 • Number 8

In This Issue: Page 6: Baltimore Shabbat Project Page 9: Evening Book Club for Men & Women

Simchat Torah HonoreesAliza GottesmanThe meaning of the words Beit Knesset is “house of gathering.” From the day I arrived in the USA, I understood that to feel close to myself and to my homeland, Israel, I personally needed a “house of gathering.” For me, this means a surrounding in which I feel I am a member of the Jewish Family, a family that is blessed with people of all ages, who come from different backgrounds, with different political opinions, different educational achievements, and even different accents, a place where I feel love and am loved, content, peaceful, accepted and never rejected. Beth El Congregation became for me the place which met and still meets all my expectations.

Many times in 2012 while driving on Park Heights Avenue towards Hooks Lane, I found myself looking at the large building on my right with many cars parked in front. I wondered about the people there who were parked and were partaking in activities being offered. I observed that during all hours of the day and evening the place was active. Instead of continuing to wonder about the nature of the place, I Googled the name “Beth El” and found information about the rabbis and membership.

We joined Beth El in 2012 and I immediately found a wonderful group of minyanaires who come every morning to the shacharit service. When I cannot be there with them due to other obligations, I feel a little bit lost, I feel a little bit detached.

Rabbi Schwartz, Rabbi Saroken, Cantor King with his beautiful family and their angelic voices, and all the wonderful people who welcome me on the Shabbatot and Holidays fill my heart and my soul with happiness. Thank you all for being in my life.

Dr. Phill WeinerYou have most likely seen him at daily minyan, Friday night services, and Shabbat services. He may even persuade you to take a siddur from him instead of grabbing one from the woman beside him. He absolutely loves helping people and misses being at services when he is not there. This Simchat Torah, Tuesday, October 6, Dr. Phill Weiner will accept an honor at the 10:00 a.m. service.

“I was honored to be honored! I actually teared up,” he said.

Dr. Phill, as he’s affectionately known, has been a member of Beth El, along with his wife Susan, since 1994. Baltimore born and bred, he has been a Clinical Pharmacy Professor for almost 50 years and continues to teach senior pharmacy students. His love for Beth El and for helping people has not gone unnoticed.

“Phill’s devotion to Beth El and its congregants is a wonderful expression of the value of welcoming members, both old and new, into the synagogue, the community, and most importantly into God’s presence,” Rabbi Steven Schwartz said. “He helps to make Beth El the kind of synagogue we are all proud of.”

Simchat Torah Celebrations!Join us Monday evening, October 5, for Hakafot, dancing with the Torahs, music, drinks, and snacks. Weather permitting, we will take our Simchat Torah celebration outside the circle at the front of Beth El. The joyous spirit of celebration and gratitude that marks this holiday and the conclusion of the fall holiday cycle is not to be missed! Activities and a light dinner for preschool and young families will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by the congregational celebration at 7:00 p.m.

The festive celebration continues Tuesday morning, October 6, at 10:00 a.m. with Simchat Torah morning services. We will complete the annual Torah reading cycle, begin the cycle that will carry us through the next year, and honor Aliza Gottesman and Dr. Phill Weiner for the special ways in which they make the Beth El community more caring and connected.

2 The Voice of Beth El Congregation

A Speedy Recovery to:Marcia FriedlanderHoward KurmanJohn HillmanSidney Millman

The Beth El Family

Dr. Neil Blumberg on the loss of his beloved father, Emanuel “Babe” Blumberg.

Barry Ellin on the loss of his beloved father, Dr. Robert I. Ellin.

Edward Goldmeier on the loss of his beloved father, Morton Goldmeier.

Dr. Stanley Klatsky on the loss of his beloved wife, Rosalie E. Klatsky.

Beth Speert on the loss of her beloved father, Zvi Harry Shoubin.

Our Deepest Sympathy to:

Our Heartiest Mazel Tov to:

Janice and Ray Altman on the birth of their grandson, Dylan River Sommer.

Teri Akman and the late Bryan Akman and Gary Seidman and the late Shelley Seidman on the birth of their granddaughter, Bryn Spencer Akman.

Jill and Joel Alperstein on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Elyssa Nicole Alperstein.

Robin and Art Barr on the marriage of their son, Brian, to Jamie Miliman; grandparents are Molly and Milton Bereson.

Tina and Robert Deckelbaum on the engagement of their daughter, Abby, to Alan Maslan.

Becky and Stephen Gordon on the marriage of her daughter, Sophie, to Daniel Bitran.

Rachel and Benjamin Harris on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Eva Dana Harris; grandparents are Gloryann and Lee Snyder.

Jane and Dennis Herman on the marriage of their son, Scott, to Blaire Ezrine.

Carol and Gil Kleiner and Marci Kleiner on the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Kleiner, to Scott Taylor.

Roz and Howard Kurman on the birth of their granddaughter, Dalia Gefen Tzameret.

Allison and Asher Rubin on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Lindsay Ilana Rubin.

Susan and Ben Silverman on the birth of their grandson, Justin Lawrence Silverman; grandmothers are Shirley Rodbell and Rita Silverman.

Melissa and Jeffrey Schechter on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Kyle Oren Schechter; grandparents are Carole and Gilbert Schechter.

Merle and Dr. Frank Setren on the birth of their granddaughter, Sylvia Ruby Kitt.

Diana and Marc Terrill on the B’nai Mitzvah of their children, Eli Rudin Terrill and Samantha Field Terrill.

Jane and Robert Zweig on the birth of their granddaughter, Sienna Summer Zweig.

Milestone Anniversaries:Emily and David Engelman on their 5th

Anita and Harvey Schein on their 10th

Amy and Albert Harris on their 15th

Barbara and Kenneth Berman on their 20th

Randi and William Albertsen on their 25th

Maren and Bruce Blum on their 25th

Lori and Joseph O’Donnell on their 25th

Marcie and Douglas Koteen on their 30th

Amy and Mark Bond on their 40th

Beatrice and Ronald Shapiro on their 40th

Gail and Leon Katz on their 45th

Eileen and Elliott Singer on their 50th

Marsha and Mark Levine on their 60th

Bobbie and Roman Ryterman on their 60th

Rosalie E. KlatskyZvi Harry Shoubin

We mourn the passing of our members and extend sincere condolences

to their families.

In Memoriam Beth El Baby:Sydney Ava FarquharsonMay 13, 2015Grandparents: Chet and Arlene Kleinman

Bar & Bat Mitzvah

Bat Mitzvah Lindsay Ilana Rubin, daughter of Allison and Asher Rubin, will be called to the Torah on October 10, 2015.

Bar Mitzvah Kyle Oren Schechter, son of Melissa and Jeff Schechter, will be called to the Torah on October 17, 2015, during Havdallah services.

Bat Mitzvah Elyssa Nicole Alperstein, daughter of Jill and Joel Alperstein, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on October 24, 2015.

Bat Mitzvah Eva Dana Harris, daughter of Benjamin and Rachel Harris, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on October 24, 2015.

B’nai Mitzvah Eli Rudin Terrill and Samantha Field Terrill, son and daughter of Marc and Diana Terrill, will celebrate their B’nai Mitzvah on the weekend of Chol HaMoed Sukkot on October 3, 2015.

3The Voice of Beth El Congregation

MorningMonday – Friday 8:00 a.m.Rosh Chodesh 7:45 a.m.Shabbat 10:00 a.m.Sunday &Legal Holidays 9:15 a.m.

EveningMonday – Thursday 7:30 p.m.Friday 6:00 p.m.Saturday Sundown*Sunday &Legal Holidays 5:30 p.m.

*Check website or call 410-580-2727

Daily Schedule of Services

Schedule of ServicesThursday, October 1 Sukkot – Second Intermediate Day Chol HaMoed SukkotMorning Service 7:45 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Friday, October 2 Sukkot – Third Intermediate Day Chol HaMoed SukkotMorning Service 7:45 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:28 p.m.

Saturday, October 3 Sukkot – Fourth Intermediate Day Shabbat Chol HaMoed SukkotMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 4 Sukkot – Fifth Intermediate Day Erev Shemini AtzeretMorning Service 9:15 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Monday, October 5 Shemini Atzeret/Erev Simchat TorahMorning Service/Yizkor 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 6 Simchat TorahMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Friday, October 9Morning Service 8:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:17 p.m.

Saturday, October 10 Parsha of the Week – BereshitMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Monday, October 12 Columbus DayMorning Service 8:00 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 13 Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan, Day 1Morning Service 7:45 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 14 Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan, Day 2Morning Service 7:45 p.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.


Saturday, October 17 Parsha of the Week – NoachMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.


Saturday, October 24 Parsha of the Week – Lech LechaMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.


Saturday, October 31 Parsha of the Week – VayeraMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Healing Service Saturday, October 24, at 9:00 a.m.

Kreitzer Memorial Room

Every month, Rabbi Saroken leads a healing service for people who are looking for a safe and supportive place and a group of people with whom to pray, sing out to God and reflect on life.

Using Jewish wisdom, conversation and compassion, participants will find themselves strengthened through the encounter.

When in the Hospital, Call Us!

HIPAA, or the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act, allows hospitals to keep the identities of their patients confidential. Because of this act, we are not notified when a member is admitted to the hospital. Please notify us at 410-484-0411 so we can continue to serve our members.


Generations Campaign

To Lynn Abeshouse, family and Beth El are synonymous. She can’t refer to one without including the other. Her mother’s family, the Offit family, was one of the founding families of Beth El. Lynn recalls that from an early age she learned the importance of continuing family traditions and values and passing them along by example to each generation. She says, “When I walk through the doors of Beth El, I feel deeply my family’s history and legacy, and that enriches my life. For me, the meaning of Home includes Beth El.”

One of the reasons she feels so comfortable at Beth El is because there are always Offit relatives nearby. Lynn is grateful for “the loving support and caring of our clergy,” and she appreciates the outstanding and numerous learning opportunities, both religious and social, that are available to our congregants. In 2013, Lynn participated as a panelist in one such activity, “Lean In,” featuring women in leadership positions in our community. The program was part of the Rabbi Mark G. Loeb Center for Lifelong Learning. Lynn is Managing Principal of Abeshouse Partners, a commercial real estate brokerage firm, and has held community leadership positions at The Associated, JCC, LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital and Levindale.

Lynn is an ardent supporter of the Generations Campaign. She understands the importance of vital modifications needed to upgrade our aging facilities and the continuation of the extraordinary programs offered to all members. In addition to Lynn and her husband Irv’s gift, she is a member of the campaign team, responsible for raising the funds needed to complete the campaign.

Lynn has successfully carried on family tradition. Through many years of her own campaign work for various nonprofits in the Jewish community, she “understands the significance of philanthropic support to ensure our most important institutions will survive.”

Lynn Abeshouse “I believe that supporting our Jewish community, its religious, healthcare, educational institutions, and individuals in need, is an obligation for all of us!”

Director of Development Ailene Sher, Executive Director Gil Kleiner, and Rabbi Steven Schwartz present Generations Campaign Co-Chairs Jerry Schnydman and Sandra Berman with a 2015 Bronze Telly Award for the Generations Campaign video which was directed by Will Schwarz. The award honors outstanding video and film productions.

If you would like to donate to the

Generations Campaign, please contact Ailene Sher at

[email protected] or 410-580-5159.

Generations Campaign Video Wins a Telly Award


A tell-tale sign appeared, just in the middle of a front lawn in our neighborhood. White post, sunk about 8 inches into the ground. Cross post at the top, for-sale sign hanging down and swaying in the breeze. It had rained in the early morning. The wet drops clung to the sign, waiting for a sun that was running late. Neighbors were preparing to move away. A new place, a new stage. Downsizing? Upgrading? Whatever the reason, they would soon be gone.

The truth is we know people, but not that well. A wave on the street, a handshake, a ‘how are you today?’ Even if sincere, means only so much. Moving takes planning, thought, discussion, realtors. Something the family must have been processing for a long time, many months at least. Serious conversations, pros and cons. And I, living just two doors down, had no idea. Walls come in many shapes and sizes. Some intentional, others unintentional, others just there and others that suddenly appear.

There were other signs too. The sprucing up of the landscaping. Work on the walkway and a new street light. I’ve always thought it strange that we’ll live in a home for years and years, and suddenly, just before selling it, we put the work into it to make it nicer than it was before. Probably many of the things we always thought we should do. Paint the dining room, clean the carpets (or install new floors!),

update the kitchen, redo the bath. And then we move?! Why not do the work when we can live in the house and enjoy it? Why not make the home more like we would like it to be now? It seems so strange to make it beautiful and then say goodbye.

But so it goes. Time and again, house by house, neighborhood by neighborhood. Families come and go. We share space, a street, a wave, a few years. The children grow and leave, off to their own lives. The trees, not so long ago mere

saplings, now tower above the homes, spreading their leaves over entire yards in the fall. A new family comes and the cycle begins

again. New furniture will come, new colors of paint, new appliances and window treatments, and posters and paintings. But the old house remains. It is frozen in time, a photograph, even a movie, always there to play, in the minds of the people who lived there and shared their lives.

Transitions of Fall (the Movers)

Rabbi’s ReflectionBy: Rabbi Steve Schwartz

“Walls come in many shapes and sizes. Some intentional, others unintentional, others just

there and others that suddenly appear.”


Events


EventsEvents

Two Great Options for DinnerName of Primary Contact: __________________________________ Email address ______________________________

Address ______________________________________________________ Cell/Home # _______________________

Names of family members joining you (list age of each child): __________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

Your enclosed check is your reservation.

Deadline for Registration: October 1, 2015Fill out the form below and return to Lori Downing at Beth El with your payment. You will be matched with other Shabbat diners according to the selections you make on your form. See our Frequently Asked Questions on the back of this form for more information.

OPTION 2: Shabbat Match: Are You Game?

HOW DO YOU WANT TO BE MATCHED?

� By the age of my children

� By my stage in life

� Millennial (20’s and 30’s)

� Gen X (30’s thru 50’s)

� Baby Boomer (50’s and 60’s)

� Hello Social Security (60’s and 70’s)

� Big Band Generation (70 plus)

MEALS (for your family only)

______ Adult meals @ $16/person

______ Vegetarian meals @ $16/person

______ Child meals @ $16/child

______ Child (age 3-6) meals @ $8/child

$ _____ Total Due

(Note: Children under 3 are free and there is a maximum cost of $80 per family.)

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A:

� HOST � GUEST � EITHER

# of guests you can host*: I will be walking to the host.

� yes � no

Our favorite option!

Answer questions in both columns to

the left

Do you keep a kosher home?

� yes � no

I wish to be in a kosher home.

� yes � no

Do you have food allergies?

� yes � no

If yes:

Do you have food allergies?

� yes � no

If yes:

Do you have pets in your house?

� yes � no

If yes, what type?

Do you have pet allergies or fears?

� yes � no

If yes, what type?

* We ask that if you are hosting families, you host at least 3 families (including your own) and if you are hosting singles or couples, you host at least 6 people total.

OPTION 1: Baltimore Shabbat Project Dinner at Beth ElDeadline for Registration: October 9, 2015Following evening services, experience a fun and interactive Shabbat dinner with your family and friends infused with international rituals gathered from around the globe with Rabbi George Wielechowski. Candle lighting will take place before dinner.

Who do you want to sit with? __________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Contact Lori Downing at 410-484-0411 or [email protected] for more information.

MEALS (for your family only)

____ Adult meals @ $25/person

____ Child (under 12) meals @ $10/child

$ ___ Total Due


Events

Shabbat Match: Are You Game?Frequently Asked Questions:

What is Shabbat Match? Shabbat Match is a great way for the Beth El community to get to know each other a little bit better. Once you fill out the Shabbat Match form, we will match you with other Beth El members for a Shabbat dinner in a home on October 23, 2015. We love that you will have the chance to get to know Beth El members who you don’t know. We hope that you will make a connection with someone you may have seen at services or while dropping your kids off at Hebrew School or Preschool.

What is The Baltimore Shabbat Project? We are thrilled that our first Shabbat Match is taking place the same weekend as The Baltimore Shabbat Project, a grassroots Jewish identity movement. The Baltimore Shabbat Project is part of a global initiative that brings Jews from all backgrounds and traditions together to celebrate ONE Shabbat. Because we want as many people as possible to have ONE Shabbat this weekend, Beth El offers two ways to participate: (1) at a congregational Shabbat dinner at Beth El or (2) in a home with other members of the Beth El community – Shabbat Match.

Can I tell you who I want to have dinner with? Nope. In the interest of building community, we are asking you to trust us.

If I choose to host, what am I in for? We want to make this as easy for you as possible. If you host, you only need to provide a space for people to eat. We will provide all of the food, challah, grape juice, candles, paper goods, prayers and, of course, the guests. We ask that you start the meal with, at a minimum, the blessings over the candles, wine and challah. These prayers and others will be provided to you in your packet. We will also send you emails once the matches are made letting you know who will be coming to your home and other steps you should take such as emailing your group a start time and anything they need to know about coming to your house.

If I agree to host, how many people should I count on? We ask that if you are hosting families, you host at least 3 families (including your own) and if you are hosting singles or couples, you host at least 6 people total.

Talk to me about food: The kosher food will be prepared by Catering by Yaffa. Participants can choose either chicken or vegetarian meals. Children’s meals will be child appropriate. All of the food will be available for the host to pick up at Beth El on Friday, October 23rd.

I am a guest, what do I need to do? You just need to show up on time and with a smile. The host will pick up all of the food that you ordered.

Will I know in advance who I am eating with? Yes! You will receive an email prior to the event notifying you of your matches.

What time should dinner start? That is up to the host. For families with young children we suggest 6:00 p.m.

I missed the deadline, can I still participate? We are sorry to say that we cannot accept late submissions. We will be making the matches in advance and once those matches are made, submissions can no longer be accepted. We encourage you to sign up early next time!

What a great idea. Will Beth El do it again? We are thrilled that you think this is a great idea. Yes, we hope to make this a Beth El tradition. Tell all of your friends about it!

What if I still have questions? Contact Jennifer Millman at [email protected] or Hedy From at [email protected].


EventsEvents

Beth El’s Evening Book Club for Women AND Men

Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2015, as David Golaner leads the discussion of our inaugural book, The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, by Daniel James Brown. The club will meet from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the Kolker Room. Snacks and coffee will be provided, but feel free to BYOB!!

The second meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, also at 7:30 p.m., in the Kolker. For more information, please email Denise Franz at [email protected].

Let’s Hit 100 Units at Our Upcoming Blood DriveBy Jerry Goodman

On Wednesday, October 21, from 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Beth El is having its Semi-Annual Blood Drive. We would love to get some new donors in addition to the many repeat donors that always come in. Last year, we just missed collecting 100 units. That would have set a record for us and for the Red Cross. We are hoping to hit that magic 100 number this time.

The process is quick, pleasant and not uncomfortable at all. Our first time givers find the experience very rewarding. What could not be rewarding about helping to save THREE lives?!

If you can donate on October 21, please give me a call at 410-602-8766 or e-mail [email protected] to set up an appointment. You can also just walk in, but an appointment helps get you in and out quickly. Those who have previously donated will get a phone call by one of our volunteers. We wish all of you a happy and healthy New Year.

Shredder Truck & E-Cycle EventSunday, October 25

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Back Parking Lot at Beth El Congregation

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW for the Shredder Truck:

All proceeds benefit Beth El Social Action programs. There will be an on-site shredding of all paper. Now’s the time to get rid of all those canceled checks, bank statements, and everything you’re afraid to set out with the recycling. Watch your documents destroyed in seconds and feel good that it will still be recycled. A $10 donation is suggested.

*Please remove bindings like old check covers, 3-ring binders, etc.

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW for the E-Cycle Event:

If you have any electronics that you would like to dispose of safely—this is your opportunity. We will be collecting items in the rear parking lot. A small cash donation of $10 will be appreciated. An additional $10 charge for TVs will be required. Sponsored by the Beth El Congregation Environmental Committee.

We will be collecting anything with a cord or a battery including:ComputersMonitors (CRT & LCD)MouseKeyboards

PrintersScannersSmall AppliancesDVD-RWs

WebCamsHeadphonesFlash DrivesExternal Hard Drives

SpeakersAudio Systems


SisterhoodBeth El

BiblioBiblio, our Sisterhood’s book and discussion group, meets monthly on the second Wednesday at noon in the Kolker Room. All Beth El members and the community are cordially invited to participate. There is no fee for attending. Our reviewers are outstanding, interesting, knowledgeable and thoroughly conversant with the subject matter. They are free to choose timely fiction or non-fiction. You may choose to participate in a lively discussion that follows. Please bring a dairy lunch. Beth El supplies tea and coffee. Each month a volunteer hostess provides a lovely dessert.

This season our first meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 21, at noon in the Myers Auditorium and will feature Sisterhood’s co-president Barbara Levenson, a noted reviewer and literary analyst. Prior to retirement, she was Pikesville Middle School’s favorite English teacher. Barbara has selected All the Light We Cannot See by Pulitzer Prize Winner Anthony Doerr. The book tells the story of a French father and his blind daughter who heroically saved a national treasure.

The 2015-2016 schedule is replete with outstanding reviewers and memorable readings. The complete schedule is available at the Beth El office.

Sisterhood Luncheon MeetingMonday, October 12, at 11:30 a.m.

Guest Speaker – Jeanne AllertJeanne Allert is a compelling speaker on the topic of domestic human trafficking and has delivered awareness presentations in several states. Jeanne founded The Samaritan Women in 2007 and today serves as its Executive Director. She is the chief architect behind The Samaritan Women’s spiritual healing program and spends a great deal of time educating medical, social work, and mental health professionals about the unique needs of trafficking victims.

Use the coupon below for the October 12th Luncheon Meeting. RSVP by October 1, 2015.Name ________________________________________________________________________

Home Phone __________________________ Cell Phone ______________________________

Email ________________________________________________________________________

If you are NOT a subscription holder, send a $20 check made out to: Beth El Sisterhood - Luncheons

Attn: Marcia Boonshaft or Esther Harris 8101 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208

We regret that we are unable to seat walk-ins for the luncheon; however, all are welcome to attend the program which begins at 1:00 p.m.

Affiliates

Jewish Theological SeminaryPictured on the right is the beautiful benefactor’s pin available to each sponsor who contributes $180 to JTS. This year’s theme is Nat’ah Karem, a phrase from the prayer Eishet Chayel (a woman of valor). We envision this prayer for today’s hardworking, generous and family-oriented woman who “plants a vineyard by her own hard labors.” The Beth El Sisterhood is regarded as one of the most enthusiastic and generous supporters of JTS.

We sell packets of cards with a variety of themes for a contribution of $18. They are available for purchase at all Sisterhood meetings. Contact Jane Krosin at 410-484-4218 or [email protected] or Hilda Dopkin at 410-486-4453 or [email protected] for cards and more information. We look forward to your continued support in the education of future rabbis, cantors and teachers.

Judaica ShopBeth El

The Sisterhood Judaica Shop is open and the shelves are filled with beautiful items. In addition to the unique variety of Judaica, we sell lovely platters and serving dishes in every size and shape designed to enhance your Shabbat and holiday tables. There are wonderful engagement and wedding gifts from which to choose, and newlyweds will want these items to start a Jewish home. We also offer a great selection of Bar and Bat Mitzvah gifts. Please join us in celebrating our fall season at the Sisterhood Judaica Shop. We enjoy people coming in to look and admire the remarkable inventory.


New York Botanical GardenThursday, October 227:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.We still have a few openings for this trip.

Put on your traveling shoes and come with us to the New York Botanical Garden to see the Frida Kahlo exhibit “Art-Garden-Life.” Upon arrival, our group will have a Garden Market Basket lunch in a reserved section of the Pine Tree Café. After lunch, we will have a docent-led tour of the Kahlo exhibit. Following the tour you will have free time to explore sections of the Garden that interest you. On the way home, we will stop at Mastoris Restaurant where you will have dinner on your own.

COST: $130 PER PERSON. Call Linda Mondell at 410-486-1542 or Ellen Weisenberger at 410-484-6411 to register.

Future Sisterhood Luncheon Dates & Programs

November 2, 2015 Doreen Bolger, Retired Director of the Baltimore Museum of Art

December 7, 2015 Jayne Miller, WBAL-TV chief investigative reporter with 11 Investigates I-Team

January 11, 2016 Rabbi Jessy Gross, Director, Charm City Tribe - Jewish Outreach

February 1, 2016 Barbara Blumberg, Antisemitism and the Supreme Court

March 7, 2016 Felicia Graber, Holocaust Survivor

May 23, 2016 Dr. Daniel Weiser, AmiciMusic, Gershwin’s music, life, and Jewish connections

AffiliatesSisterhood continued

Federation of Jewish Women’s Organizations of Maryland

Dinner MeetingThursday, November 12, 20155:30 p.m. Kosher Dinner - $20

Place to be announced

Organizational “Know How”: A Potpourri of IdeasPresented by Community Leadership.

Please make your check out to Beth El Sisterhood, drop it off or send it to Beth El Congregation, 8101 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208, and mark “Federation of Jewish Women’s Organizations of Maryland” on the envelope.

RSVP by November 5, 2015.

For questions or further information call Sheila Derman at 410-486-8877 or Honey Littman at 410-486-8116.

The Federation of Jewish Women’s Organizations of Maryland is an umbrella group of non-profit organizations and sisterhoods committed to leadership training, support of the Jewish community and advocacy of issues of major concern.

Washington, DC Sunday, January 24, 201611:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.We are headed for a delightful day to see the play The Sisters Rosensweig by award winning playwright Wendy Wasserstein. Our coach will leave Beth El at 11:00 a.m. We will have lunch and then attend a 3:00 p.m. matinee. Registration date to be announced, as will cost of trip.

Call Linda Mondell at 410-486-1542 or Ellen Weisenberger at 410-484-6411.

Save the DatesAt this time, we have the following trips planned for 2016: Sunday, April 10, 2016 to see the play “All The Way,” National Geographic Museum and the Textile Museum on the campus of George Washington University on Thursday, June 9, 2016. More details will be forthcoming in The Voice, the website and flyers.

Upcoming Sisterhood Trips


Affiliates & Committees

We want to appeal to all who are over 50 and are at this stage of life—this means those of us who are either Empty Nesters, single, married, with or without kids.

If you are interested in joining the group or have any questions, please contact Fraeda Lewis at [email protected].

Baby BoomersEmpty Nesters &

Group

October MeetingBeth El Seniors will be holding their Opening Meeting on October 11, 2015 at 6:30 p.m., in the Offit Auditorium. The cost for this evening is $21.00 for members and $24.00 for guests. Entertainment for the evening will be Helmut Licht, his band and dancers. Please advise us if you would like a sugar-free dessert and with whom you would like to be seated. The seating committee will do its best to accommodate your seating wishes. Please remember to get your reservations in on time. Mark envelope Ruthye Steinberg. Join us and bring along some friends for an entertaining and inexpensive evening of dinner, entertainment and pleasant, friendly people. We won’t be strangers for long!

For further information, call Ruthye Steinberg at 410-655-8242 or Maxine Kontoff at 410-486-1653.

MembershipBeth El Seniors is always welcoming new members of 50 years of age and older to join our active organization. Dues are still only $15.00 per year per person, plus monthly dinner and enjoyable entertainment at the ridiculously low cost of only $21.00 per member. This is even better than Restaurant Week. Call Ruthye Steinberg at 410-655-8242 for a membership application.

Torah Maintenance CardsA very important project of the Seniors is to support the maintenance and repair of our synagogue’s Torah and Megillot. A kosher, usable Torah must be written by hand with a pen and special ink by a learned scribe. Every letter must be perfectly formed and must be correctly spelled. The ink on every word cannot be chipped off even a little bit. The parchment on which the Torah is written must be flawless. The slightest tear or smudge will render the Torah unfit for use. The Beth El Torahs are regularly inspected and repaired. This is a costly process. It is a mitzvah to contribute to a process that keeps our sacred scrolls preserved for future generations. Torah Maintenance Cards may be purchased at the Beth El front office or call Dorothy Fineblum at 410-653-2631. These all-purpose cards are six for $10.00 or $2.00 each.

SeniorsBeth El

SAVE THE DATE! Men’s Club TailgateSunday, October 18 at 2:00 p.m.

Watch the Ravens as they play the San Francisco 49ers with fellow Beth El members. For more information, contact Harry Siegel at [email protected].

Interfaith Chavurah to Hold Discussion on Life Cycle EventsThe Interfaith Chavurah will hold the first in a series of discussions on life cycle events titled “Navigating Life as an Interfaith Family: From Bris/Naming to B’nai Mitzvot.” This program will be held on Sunday, October 25, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Schapiro Auditorium and will be led by Beth El’s new Rabbi for Engagement, George Wielechowski. The event will provide the opportunity to ask questions and be part of what will surely be an interesting discussion.

To RSVP, please contact Melissa West at [email protected] or Gail Willoughby at [email protected].


School NewsSchuster LibraryAs we settle back into the school year, your family is more than welcome to visit the Eddy Schuster Memorial Library during religious school hours and beyond. Here are some wonderful books about Sukkot that you can find at the library:

A Watermelon in the Sukkah by Sylvia A. Rouss, the author of the famous Sammy Spider series, is a delightful story of young students who try to figure out how to hang a watermelon in their sukkah!

Another great Sukkot book is Engineer Ari and the Sukkot Express by Deborah Bodin Cohen. This is part of a newer series of historical fiction books based on the train that ran from Jerusalem to Jaffa when it first started. In this story, Engineer Ari receives gifts from his friends along his travels, intended for his Sukkah. During his trip, he wishes that his friends could be a part of his Sukkot celebration and tries to figure out how to make that happen.

The Eddy Schuster Memorial Library is home to over 3000 books for children and adults on all topics Jewish. The best place to come to find the perfect book! The room is cool and quiet. Dr. Bor, Rabbi Cantor, and Morah Jill will be happy to assist you in finding just the right book. Library hours are Monday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday & Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and Sunday from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season. Chag Sameach!

Neighborhood SchoolBy Jill D. Eisen

Meaningful, convenient, and flexible are the three ideals that measure The Hebrew Schools in Your Neighborhood.

Today where both parents work full-time jobs, homework is abundant, and extracurricular activities are important, Jewish education often takes a backseat. Parents have expressed that convenience and flexibility matter. The students have demanded that the learning be meaningful and relevant. These needs have become the three pillars to which the Hebrew School in Your Neighborhood stand. Currently, there are seven locations and the classes are held in law firms, private and public schools, and even a church. In two of our locations, we offer a walking service to class. We make it easy for families to get their children to class.

Once we have the students in the classroom, their Jewish journey has really begun. Our role as guides is to capture the imagination of our students every time we are in their midst. It is the educator’s role to be welcoming and engaging. Rabbi Heschel says, “What we need more than anything else is not more text books but text people. It is the personality of the teacher that the pupils read; the text they will never forget.” We encourage our students to think critically in order to guide them into developing their own unique perspective of Judaism that will grow and alter as they experience life. The Neighborhood Schools meet my personal aspiration of making Jewish education available for all children and to make

that education interesting, meaningful, and part of their identity.

We have on-going enrollment in the following locations: Baltimore City – Baltimore Montessori and Federal Hill; Baltimore County – Hunt Valley and Roland Park; Carroll County – Eldersburg and Westminster; and Howard County. Please stop by for a visit at any of our locations. For more information please contact me at [email protected] or 410-484-4543.

Beth El @ Federal Hill OpensOur new preschool in Federal Hill opened on August 31, 2015. The program will serve up to 20 children ages 2-5 this first year and 40 children next year. Our Infant-Toddler program is at full capacity with a waiting list.

Plans for starting the renovation are in full swing. The Infant-Toddler wing will be moving to the Preschool in January as that will be the first area to be renovated. The Preschool will be renovated in the summer of 2016.

Achshav8th graders, don’t miss out on joining Achshav this year!

We are so excited that we have three Achshav cohorts! Our pioneering cohort has returned from Israel, and is continuing their exploration of Jewish leadership with Achshav Year 3 in conjunction with Netivon. Our 9th grade cohort is planning their Israel trip this year. In the Fall, we will have the chance to meet with Moshe Gold from Ramah Seminar in Israel. Our 9th graders will be learning about the challenges faced by early Zionists and will have the chance to “solve” the same problems facing David Ben Gurion in the 1950’s. Ben Gurion becomes an important role model for us when we are in Israel and spending time in the Negev which was his most favorite part of the land. We have already received grant money to support our next trip to Israel with this cohort!

Our 8th graders this year begin their exploration of Jewish identity, leadership vision, and foundations of Zionism. We already have a lovely cohort formed with our friends at Chizuk Amuno and we are so excited to be welcoming this next group into the program.

It is not too late to sign up for Achshav if you are an 8th grader. Learning about leadership and Israel is combined with having a great time and making new friends. Achshav participants go to Israel during Winter Break of 10th grade, but you need to join us in 8th grade to be eligible for the trip! For more information, contact Rabbi Faith Cantor at [email protected].


M&M ShabbatEnjoy a spirited, engaging and participatory Shabbat service

for kids up to 5 years of age and their families. 5:15 p.m. in the Gorn Chapel

October 2, November 13

IPPE ShabbatIPPE Shabbat is led by Rabbi Faith Cantor, Morah Becky and the

T’filah Team and Mitzvah Monsters. Join us for songs, stories, and a wonderful family Shabbat experience. 10:15 a.m. in the Schuster Library

October 3, November 7

Tot ShabbatJoin Morah Becky for an interactive service filled with song, prayer,

puppets and Torah stories. For kids up to 5 years old and their families. 11:15 a.m. in the Kreitzer Memorial Room

October 3, October 24, November 7, November 14

Torah SparksLearn to lead the Shabbat morning prayers through games, stories and

more. Children of all ages are invited to attend. 11:00 a.m. in the Gorn Chapel

October 10, October 17, October 24,November 14 (Sensory Shabbat), November 21

Shabbat Servicesfor Children

School News Our High School Teens Join the Rabbis’ SchmoozeMondays, 6:00 -7:30 p.m.Why do our teens join The Rabbis’ Schmooze?• to continue to develop and maintain important Jewish

friendships• to continue with their Jewish education • to continue in-depth conversation with their Rabbis • to continue to be exposed to and stimulated by Jewish ideas,

values and learning• to continue to discover how being Jewish influences their

decision-making• to continue to examine, question and understand themselves as

individuals and Jews• to continue to participate in Jewish educational activities and

projects

The Rabbinic Schmooze (10th-12th) meets monthly on Monday evenings for supper and discussion with their Rabbis. Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Dana Saroken, Rabbi Faith Cantor and Rabbi George Wielechowski will meet with our high schoolers from 6:00-7:30 p.m. A discussion-based curriculum ranging from the arts to politics and history, all to explore Jewish ethics and values and its relevancy to Jewish teens, their lives and their decisions. Our teens will have time to examine Jewish ideas in depth and to explore the topics that are relevant and meaningful to their lives. Register your teen now by calling Fran Davis at 410-484-4543.

New Shabbat Services!By Dr. Eyal Bor

Did you get your new Shabbat Services magnet?

If you have not received your magnet yet, just stop by the Religious School office and Fran Davis will be happy to give you one. We designed this magnet to make coming to Shabbat Services easier. Please note that due to popular demand, we have added additional Tot Shabbat Services after the magnet had gone to print. A postcard with the added dates has been sent home. If you need another one, you can find them in the congregation and preschool lobbies.

Each year we strive to become more engaging, creative, and accommodating for students and parents. We look forward to improving our programs and bringing meaningful and relevant curriculum to our students. We work hard to give you and your children the best in teaching, curriculum and enhanced activities. We are engaged in making our school warm and friendly. Your support, interest, and involvement in our programs add much to our success. We want and need you to care, ask questions, and tell us what you think of our programs.

Each week please ask your child what s/he has done in Hebrew? Feel free to communicate with your classroom teacher; call the Eddy Schuster Memorial Library to recommend or request a book for a holiday or life cycle that you can share with your child. Please look into our five Sunday morning parents’ programs presented by community professionals and our clergy. These programs were chosen by parents to be especially meaningful to you. You can find the list of dates in the Beth El Schools calendar and in the Adult Ed program guide. These programs will give you the opportunity to meet new friends and get to know our clergy.

If there is anything I can help you with, please don’t hesitate to call or email me anytime at 410-484-4543 or [email protected].


Adult Education1st Wednesdays These 1st Wednesday evenings will be light and enjoyable for everyone. Join us at Beth El for these 1st Wednesday programs with dessert following the program. This information applies for all 1stWednesdays@BethEl programs. Please note the change in February’s 1stWednesday Program. All programs can be sponsored. Contact Ellen Marks at [email protected] for more information.

Location: Offit AuditoriumTime: 7:30 p.m. Fee: No Charge

October 7: Marin Alsop’s OrchKids provides Baltimore City’s most vulnerable youth with instruments, musical training, academic tutoring, field trips, daily healthy meals, and more.

November 4: Clipper City Brass Quintet is known for their artistry and adventurous programming, the Clipper City Brass Quintet has performed with some of America’s most esteemed orchestras.

December 2: Beneath the Helmet: From High School to the Home Front. This film is a coming-of-age story which follows the journey of five Israeli high school graduates who are drafted into the army at the age of 18 to defend their country.

January 6: Dr. Daniel Weiser is the founder and Artistic Director of AmiciMusic and takes the stuffiness out of classical music and gives it energy and excitement.

February 3: Todd Harrison Twining is a musician extraordinaire. Mr. Twining will perform popular Broadway songs, American oldies, and hits from the Jewish stage.

March 2: Herbert Greenberg, former BSO Concert Master Herbert Greenberg, a native of Philadelphia, has

been Concert Master of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and has served as Concert Master of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

April 6: Bryan Voltaggio, Executive Chef and Owner Bryan Voltaggio, a resident of Frederick, Maryland,

has become one of the most recognized and influential chefs in contemporary American cooking since 2008 with the opening of his flagship restaurant, VOLT.

May 4: A Wing And A Prayer – 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Celebrate Israel’s 68th birthday with the acclaimed

documentary that tells the virtually unknown story of World War II aviators who risked their lives and freedom in 1948 to prevent what they viewed as an imminent second Holocaust. This program is in collaboration with the Macks Center for Jewish Education. You are invited to sponsor this special evening as an individual ($54) or for your business ($108). This evening’s sponsors are invited to meet with Boaz Dvir, the documentary’s writer, director, and producer at a reception preceding the screening at 6:15 p.m.

October Upcoming EventsPlease see the 2015-2016 Adult Education Booklet for a complete description of each event.Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 (Thurs.) 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Learn to Knit: Jill Eisen

Oct. 4 (Sun.) 9:30 - 11:15 a.m.

SundayMornings@ Beth-El: Bullying and Vio-lence: Jean Ginsberg and Rabbi Dana Saroken

Oct. 7 (Wed.) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

1st Wednesdays@BethEl: Marin Alsop’s OrchKids in Concert

Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 (Wed.) 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Yours, Mine, and Ours: Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Dana Saroken, and Dr. Rosann Catalano

Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29 (Thurs.) 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.

Here Comes Everybody: Dr. Rosann Catalano

Oct. 12, 19, 26 (Mon.) 7:00 - 8:15

Agus Academy: Hartman Curriculum: Rabbi Steven Schwartz. The Jewish People as a Tribal Family, The Orthodox Jewish Tribes

Oct. 13 (Tues.) 8:15 - 9:30 p.m.

92 Y Live: Our Turn: How Women Took Over Academia: Lisa Birnbach, Nancy Cantor, Amy Gutman, Biddy Martin, and Christina Paxson

Oct. 13, 20, 27 (Tues.) 7:30 - 9:15 p.m.

Baltimore Board of Rabbis Adult Institute (Off-site)

Oct. 14, 21, 28 (Wed.) 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

BHI Ulpan

Oct. 15 (Thurs.) 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Talmud: Rabbi Steven Schwartz – ongoing every Thursday

Oct. 21, 28 (Wed.) 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

TZION: Dr. Neil Rubin

Oct. 26 (Mon.) 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.

How Did We Get From Here to There? Sandy Winters

Oct. 28 (Wed.) 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.

Interfaith Panel: Jewish/Christian/Muslim Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Christopher Leighton, and Dr. Homayra Ziad


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THE ADULT CHOIR FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Harold August by the Beth El Adult ChoirIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Alfred Whiteman by Dr. Bert and Ronnie GlaserIN APPRECIATION TO:Cantor Thom King for his kindness and support on the death of our mother, Dorothy Bass and for conducting a beautiful service by Robert and Linda Speigelman and Sam WichnerA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Kathleen Blackwell by Ed and Sonia Obstler, the Beth El Adult Choir

THE RABBI JACOB & MIRIAM AGUS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Louis Silberstein by Dr. Charles and Barbara SilbersteinCelia Cohen by Blanche ReicherRose Friedler by Dr. Stanley and Gail Friedler

THE SUSAN & SPENCER ALLEN TEEN TRAVEL TO ISRAEL FUND

IN HONOR OF:The birth of Justin Lawrence Silverman, great grandson of Rita Silverman, by Hulane Zolet, Burt and Renee KingThe marriage of Sara Silverman to Joseph Binkowski by Burt and Renee KingIN MEMORY OF:Lenny Robinson by John and Natalie SpectorDr. Ron Potosky by John and Natalie Spector

THE REBECCA C. BAER ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM FUNDING

IN OBSERVANCE OF YAHRZEIT OF:Sidney Caplan by Millie CaplanTHE STANLEY L. BECKER MISHPACHAH

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Joseph Lipsky by Marc and Judy LipchinHerta Baitch by Carole BeckerIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Sylvia Naftolin by Barbara GalonoyFrances Galonoy by Barbara GalonoyMinerva Baider Reicher by Carole BeckerStanley Becker by Carole BeckerTHE MARILYN & GARY BERMAN FAMILY

PRE-SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIN HONOR OF:The birth of Samuel George Welsh, great grandson of Malcolm and Sandy Berman, by Ailene Sher

THE DANIEL W. CAPLAN & NORMA F. CAPLAN PRE-SCHOOL MEDIA

RESOURCE FUNDIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Jeanette Kopelman by Richard and Elizabeth CaplanA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Ruth Lenrow by Richard and Liz CaplanJay Lenrow by Richard and Liz Caplan

THE COLLINS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIN HONOR OF:The birthday of Iris Collins by Isabel PriceThe birth of a great grandson, Justin Lawrence Silverman, to Rita Silverman by Martin and Iris Collins

THE ABRA CYLUS ISRAEL EDUCATION MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Denise Franz by Richard and Susan Grilli

THE LOUIS & ESTHER DOPKIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Harvey Dopkin by Albert and Roslyn KatzWilford Dopkin by Albert and Roslyn Katz

THE SYLVAN DORENFELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Sharon Dorenfeld by Ailene SherIN APPRECIATION TO:Rabbi Dana Saroken by Dr. Charles and Bonnie HattonIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Dena Hendler by Manny and Ruthye Steinberg

THE LAURA B. FLEISCHMANN MEMORIAL FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Laura Fleischmann by Arnold Fleischmann

THE FRUMAN FAMILY GARDEN BEAUTIFICATION ENDOWMENT FUND

IN MEMORY OF:John Colvin by Ilan and Gail SilbermanIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Mia Silberman by Dr. Ilan and Gail Silberman

THE SONYA & JEROME GOODMAN ADULT HEBREW READING FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Sonya Goodman by Ailene Sher, Manny and Ruthye Steinberg, Hulane Zolet, Stanley and Chuck Rutko, Irene Snyder

THE GREEN FAMILY RELIGIOUS SERVICES FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Shirley Chodak by Benjy and Barbara GreenJoel Glasser by Benjy and Barbara GreenIN HONOR OF:The birthday of Barbara Green by Irene SnyderIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Lelia Green by Benjy and Barbara GreenTHE HARK – UHLFELDER FAMILY FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Arlene Blum by Keith Hark

THE ARTHUR E. KLAFF MEMORIAL FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Harold Balser by Barbara Levenson and Family, Neal and Shelley Cierler,

THE MINNIE & MAX KRIEGER SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:Mr. and Mrs. Mark Fradin’s happy occasions by Roman and Bobbie Ryterman

THE ZENA NADINE KRONSBERG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Ronald Kronsberg by Elaine Kronsberg

THE ADAM KRONTHAL SPECIAL NEEDS FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Adam Kronthal by Alan and Jennifer Kronthal, Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoMorris and Ethel Kelman by Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoHerb Kronthal on his unveiling by Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoIda Mazy by Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Joyce Kronthal by Dr. Howard and Lorraine Bronstein

THE M. HENRY & ELIZABETH KUNTZ MEMORIAL FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Rosalie Klatsky by Hugo and Elaine KuntzJohn Benson Colvin by Hugo and Elaine Kuntz

THE HARRY LICHTER CHESED FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Edna Wick by Stuart and Sheryl TitleAl Youra by Stuart, Sheryl, Austin and Jara TitleJoel Glasser by Bobbie LichterSamuel Stone by Alan and Bev Gersh, Bobbie LichterIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Jack S. Lazurus by Joy LichterIN APPRECIATION TO:Gloria Lushing for her hospitality by Alan and Bev GershAliza Gottesman for a beautiful friendship and her gift of schmaltz by Bobbie LichterA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Dr. Ivan Rosengarden by Ronald and Mindy FishkindIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Larry and Simone Rosenbloom by Hulane ZoletThe birth of Justin Lawrence Silverman, great grandson of Shirley Rodbell, by Hulane ZoletThe birth of twin grandchildren to Paula Farbman by Bobbie Lichter

THE JOSEPH LIPAVSKY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Alex Rosin by Mark and Marsha LevineA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sam Penn by Stanley and Carolyn Silverman

THE H. ALLAN LIPSITZ ENDOWED ADULT EDUCATION FUND

IN HONOR OF:The engagement of Kara Franz to Jason Usher by Judy Pachino

& Contributions Endowments


Contributions & EndowmentsRABBI MARK G. LOEB MEMORIAL FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Dr. Ronald Potosky by Stanley and Sara HerbstJohn Colvin by Jeff and Honey Litman

THE HERMAN LUBCHER SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The birth of Charlie Juliette Ben Aviv, granddaughter of Ailene and Stan Fradin, by Judy Pachino

THE NATHAN & PAULINE MASH PRE-SCHOOL FUND

IN HONOR OF:The birth of our granddaughter, Charlie Juliette Ben Aviv, by Stanley and Ailene FradinThe birth of Charlie Juliette Ben Aviv by Jeff and Honey Litman

THE MAX MENDELSOHN ENDOWMENT MIKVAH FUND

IN APPRECIATION TO:Rabbi Dana Saroken for the courtesies extended upon the death of our father and husband, Morris, by Dr. Ed and Ann Mishner, Vivian Mishner, Harvey and Janet and Michael and CindyRabbi Dana Saroken for her kindness shown by Barry and Marilyn DubinIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Bernie Silverman by Barbara Mendelsohn, Stanley MerwitzThe special birthday of Karen Lent by Barbara MendelsohnThe special birthday of Janet Penn by Barbara Mendelsohn

THE MORNING MINYAN FUNDIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Shirley Goldscher by Isadore GoldscherIN MEMORY OF:Shirley Chodak by Susan BaumMorris Porter by Ray and Dale KahnMorris Mishner by Lorraine ScherlisIN HONOR OF:Ben Kreshtool’s beautiful eulogy at his grandmother’s funeral by Alan and Fern SteckelThe special anniversary of Larry and Simone Rosenbloom by Irwin and Ettadean EpsteinThe birth of Justin Lawrence Silverman, great grandson of Rita Silverman by Hulane Zolet, Sid and Adrienne Leibovitz

THE MITZVAH FUNDIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Leroy Shapiro by Dr. Howard and Loraine BronsteinThe special anniversary of Irwin and Ettadean Epstein by David and Linda RichmanThe birth of Justin Lawrence Silverman, great grandson of Rita Silverman by Eileen Offit, Stan Bowers and Faye BetterThe special birthday of Melvin Thomas by Peter and Deanna HirschIN APPRECIATION TO:Beth El Congregation by Lawrence and Helene AgeloffIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Irene S. Deitchman by Mayer and Judy PeltaMax Goldman by Phyllis ScalettarMartin Rosenfield by Burton and Linda HalpertAlverta M. Schlein by Joseph and Anne SchleinRuth Cohen by Dr. Irvin CohenLinda Lebowitz by Jack and Amy Lebowitz

THE BATYA & HADAS NIGRIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Fred Taub by Dr. Albert and Lisi Nigrin

THE SADIE & SYLVAN NUSBAUM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Rosalie Klatsky by Harvey and Harriet Nusbaum

THE ANNE OFFIT MEMORIAL FUNDIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Dr. Gerald and Bunnie Maggid by Gilbert and Janet FeinbergIN MEMORY OF:Rosalie Klatsky by Dr. Jerry and Bunnie Maggid

THE MORTON OFFIT ENDOWED MEMORIAL FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Marilyn Levin by Shirley Offit

THE PRAYER BOOK FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Lillian Hatton by Arlene Birnbaum and Dick EndlarRose and Morris Bass by Richard and Rita LehrDavid Shaffer by his FamilyFred Frank by Arlene BirnbaumPaul Schwartz by Pearl ImberRosalie Klatsky by Dr. Moises and Frida FraimanMorton Goldmeier by Dr. Jack Feldman and FamilyIN APPRECIATION TO:Beth El Congregation by Shelley Mazer and Lanny BucknerIN HONOR OF:The marriage of Drs. Julie and Benjamin Schultz by Dr. and Mrs. Ralph EpsteinIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Annette Struletz by Cheryl WeinsteinJackee Brodie by Dr. Jeffrey and Jodie BrodieJerome F. Schunick by Robert and Harriet RosoffA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Joan Schultz by Dr. and Mrs. Ralph EpsteinSam Penn by Superior Tours

THE RABBI STEVEN SCHWARTZ TRIBUTE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Charna Harris by Fred and Phyllis LondonTracey Holzman by Fred and Phyllis LondonTodd Fradkin by Maurice FriedBeverly Auslander by Al and Pauline AuslanderLillian Hatton by Michael and Gail BrooksAl Youra by Dr. Richard and Marion ManskiBruce Adler by Alan and Marcia PasarewBurton Levinson by the Family of Saidie LuchinskyRon Potosky by Fred and Phyllis LondonLenny Robinson by Shirley Cohen, Vicki and Eugene Myer and Shari and Michael CohenRosalie Klatsky by Dr. Marc and Nancy GertnerBelle Bloom by Bernard and Marly Garman and Family, Robert and Gemma BrondeireMorton Goldmeier by Dr. Leon and Gail KatzIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Bernie Silverman by Sidney and Eunice FriedmanThe special birthday of Harvey Kasoff by Jerry and Linda MondellThe Torah Aliyah received on Senior Shabbat by Martin and Carolyn BuckmanOpening the Ark by Howard and Naomi RovnerIN APPRECIATION TO:Rabbi Steven Schwartz for his kindness shown by Barry and Marilyn DubinRabbi Steven Schwartz for his kindness shown to our mother, Miriam Jacobson on her birthday by the Jacobson FamilyRabbi Steven Schwartz for our being grateful by Alexander and Olga BriskFor making services so welcoming by Arnold and Linda KaufmanRabbi Schwartz by Roman and Bella PekerGratitude for the many well wishes received over the summer by Dr. Mayer and Alice SchwartzA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Hal Hackerman by Dr. Sanford and Janie Siegel, Jay and Marsha DanickDr. Mayer Schwartz by Dr. Stephen and Susan Cohen, Sidney and Eunice FriedmanSam Penn by Barbara Levenson and Bobbie SelnickJeffrey Litman by Jules and Froma WillenIlene Blum by Fred and Phyllis LondonDr. Ivan Rosengarden by Dr. Ed and Ann MishnerIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Sara Jane Grant by Sam and Suzanne Grant

THE SELTZER GOLD PRE-SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Tammy Schnydman by Ailene SherHarvey and Stella Gold for all their happy occasions by Robert and Janice Steinberg, Shirley Glattner, Gilda Lessans, Gerri Kobren, The special birthdays of Stella and Harvey Gold by Ed and Sonia Obstler, Seymour and Marlyn Baida, Frank and Lois Rachanow, Samuel Boxerman and Debra Vodenos, Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Hammeroff, Ailene Sher, Brett Gold and Amy Edelman, Edwin and Amy Gold, Richard Gold and Bonchra Chati, Arna Vodenos

THE RICKY SIEGEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The birth of Bryn Spencer, granddaughter of Gary Seidman, by Paul, Sherri, Victor, Erin and Tyler WeinblattIN MEMORY OF:Al Youra by Paul, Sherri, Victor, Erin and Tyler WeinblattThe mother of Zari Ginsburg by Paul, Sherri, Victor, Erin and Tyler WeinblattFred Frank by Marilyn Siegel

THE SISTERHOOD PAST PRESIDENTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Jeffrey Litman by Stuart and Phyllis Cutler, Rene and Yvonne Daniel

THE MORTON SPIND CONFIRMATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Joseph Boochever by Drs. Sheldon and Arlene BearmanA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sam Penn by David and Sandy Gordon

THE MELVIN & ANITA STEINBERG COLLEGE OUTREACH PROGRAM FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Michael Potash by Mickey and Anita SteinbergRonald Potosky by Drs. Sheldon and Arlene BearmanIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Norman Steinberg by Mickey and Anita SteinbergIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Joseph Akman by Mickey and Anita Steinberg

THE STEINHARDT-BALACHOW FAMILY YOUTH FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Anne Needle by Ronnie, Alvin, Rosalie and Ellen BookJohn Colvin by Ronnie, Alvin, Rosalie and Ellen Book

THE DENNIS & RONA WEINER SOCIAL WELFARE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Leopold Wolf by Rona Weiner

THE DR. MICHAEL WEINTRAUB MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Anne Needle by Steve and Susie WeintraubJohn Colvin by Steve and Susie WeintraubA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Dr. Sheldon Bearman by Steve and Susie Weintraub

THE YAHRZEIT FUNDIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Morris Kurtz by Phillip and Marlene FeldmanSophie Glick by Irving and Paula GlickLloyd Goren by Harvey and Shirley GorenMary Lifcovich by Mark and Audrey LifcovichIrene Stein by Joyce Gordon KellmanRoberta Asher by Gary and Marsye KaplanLibby Wolf by Gary and Marsye KaplanMyra Oring by Ira and Nancy OringJacob Friedman by Sidney and Eunice FriedmanRosalyn Brown by Terry and Nina HessBodine Davis by Richard DavisLouis Seidman by Dr. Sidney and Rebecca SeidmanAbraham Arenson by Dr. Sidney and Rebecca SeidmanIsrael and Lena Better by Herbert and Michele Better


Adele Feldman by Robert and Cynthia BradusBetty Gallant by Jennifer Gallant and FamilyNettie Rosenfeld Stark by Norman and Phyllis GoldLouis Milhiser by Harvey and Iris MilhiserHelen Schwartz by Dr. Lyndell and Suzanne SchwartzEmanuel Browdy by Donna GoldmanArnold Lent by Karen LentSol Shaivitz by Jules and Selma ShaivitzHerman Charles Greene by Lillian GreenAnna Ester Rosensweig by Daniel SagelJacob Samuel Smeyne by Rona SeeligRose Shuman by Arnold and Janet MazorHoward and Helen Myers by Dr. Charles and Dorothy WilsonThe Pinter Family by Drs. Gabriel and Vera PinterAll of our family members by Al and Pauline AuslanderLouis Cohen by David and Andrea CohenFlora Cohen by David and Andrea CohenDr. Sylvan Frieman by Maybelle FriemanThe Four Unknown Men by Alan and Janice ScherrMax Markowitz by Jack and Marcia MarkowitzDiane Rene Yankellow by Stanley and Lynn YankellowRabbi Jacob and Miriam Agus by Robert AgusSol Gellis by Marcia GellisNancy Krauss by Harriet RosenbaumPhilip Jonathan Silberman by Jack and Susan SugarmanHyman Alpert by Marvin and Barbara HurwitzSophie Goldberg by Elliott and Eileen SingerRose and Erwin Ira Ulman by Michael and Penny Schwarz

Yetta Goldblum by Ed and Sonia ObstlerLena Shuman by Marvin and Jackie ShumanRhona Lichtenberg by Ed LichtenbergKurt Zion by Andrew and Jayne KleinBenjamin Benesch by Bernice SeidmanJerome Polansky by Barry and Beatrice PolanskyMarvin Brand by Alan and Jacqueline WilderNathan Jochnowitz by Dr. Martha SiegelIN MEMORY OF:Harold Balser by Arnold and Joyce Rottman

THE YOUTH EDUCATION FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Shirley Chodak by John and Robin Denick and Ted and Ruth DenickEvelyn Lemel by Lee RosenbaumMorton Goldmeier by Keith and Denise FranzIN HONOR OF:The birth of a son, Samuel George, to Erin and James Welsh by Keith and Denise FranzThe marriage of Sara and Joseph Binkowski by Robert and Ellen Rosen and FamilyThe special birthday of Denise Franz and chanting of the Haftorah by Marcia, Emily and Lindsey Katz, Ailene Sher, Howard and Rina JanetThe birth of Justin Lawrence Silverman, great grandson of Rita Silverman, by Robert and Ellen Rosen and FamilyThe special anniversary of Lynn and Stan Yankellow by Ralph and Sharon Holzman

THE AL ZLOTOWITZ CHAPEL MAINTENANCE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Harold Balser by Betty Zlotowitz, Bernie and Phyllis Isaacson

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONSA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sam Penn by Barry and Carole FormanIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Mary Brimberg by Dr. Judith SherwoodMurry Brimberg by Dr. Judith SherwoodLouis Sherwood by Dr. Judith SherwoodIN APPRECIATION TO:The Aliyah received by Drs. Gabriel and Vera PinterA new lease on life (car) by Wilma GreenbergRabbi Dana Saroken for her help on the death of our mother, Shirley Chodak by Mark Chodak and Linda PlotkinCantor Thom King for his help on the death of our mother, Shirley Chodak, by Mark Chodak and Linda PlotkinRabbi Steven Schwartz by Toby August

Contributions & Endowments

Asbestos ManagementIn October 1986, the U.S. Congress enacted the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA). Under this law, comprehensive regulations were developed to address asbestos problems in public and private elementary and secondary schools. These regulations require most schools to inspect for friable and non-friable asbestos, develop asbestos management plans that address asbestos hazards in school buildings and implement response actions in a timely manner.

These regulations assign schools many new responsibilities. Our program for fulfilling these responsibilities is outlined in our asbestos management plan. This plan contains information on our inspections, re-inspections, response actions and post-response action activities, including periodic surveillance activities that are planned or are in progress.

You can review this plan during normal business hours without cost or restriction.

If you have any questions about reviewing our management plan, please contact Executive Director Gilbert Kleiner, FSA, at 410-484-0411.

Legacy Society Welcomes Our Newest Members:Marilyn and Jim Dickman

Ruthye and Manny SteinbergBarbara Wolf and Dr. Jerry Fine

Hulane ZoletEstablished in 2007, the Beth El Legacy Society is a group of 84 donor families who have confirmed their provision of a bequest to Beth El in their will or estate plan. Legacy gifts offer our congregants the opportunity to convey their feelings for the positive impact that Beth El has had on their lives and the lives of their families. It allows them to think beyond their lifetime and to leave a personal legacy by making a difference in the lives that follow them. A Beth El endowment fund has been created for these special gifts. Legacy gifts allow the Congregation to sustain current programs and services and create new ones. Finally, a bequest gift requires no immediate cash outlay; rather, the gift is received at the death of the donor(s).

For more information about legacy gifts, visit the Beth El website at: www.bethelbalto.com/LegacySociety or contact Ailene Sher at 410-580-5159 or [email protected].


Past Event Photos

New Member Barbeque August 9, 2015

College Student Mailing ListThrough the generosity of Melvin “Mickey” and Anita Steinberg, the congregation sends out small gifts to our college students a few times during the year. Please fill out the information below so that your student can receive special mailings at school. You can either mail it or bring it in to Beth El. Even if you have given us this information in the past and it has not changed, please resubmit this form.

For more information, contact Sandi Block at [email protected]. Please send no later than Friday, October 9, so that your child/children/grandchildren can be included.

Student’s Name _______________________

College_________________________ Graduation Year______

College Mailing Address _______________________________________________________

Student’s Email ______________________________________________________

Parents’ names and phone number _________________________________________

Mail to: Beth El Congregation, Attn: Sandi Block8101 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208

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Senior Rabbi .....................................................Steven P. SchwartzAssociate Rabbi ................................................Dana SarokenRabbi-Educator .................................................Faith CantorCantor ...............................................................Thom D. KingRabbi for Engagement ......................................George WielechowskiExecutive Director ............................................Gilbert Kleiner, F.S.A.Director of Education .......................................Eyal Bor, Ph.D.Ritual Director .................................................Ben KreshtoolDirector of Development ..................................Ailene SherEvent Coordinator ............................................Lori DowningCommunications Coordinator ........................Alyssa GellerPresident ...........................................................Michael S. RubensteinSisterhood Presidents .......................................Bobbie Selnick and Barbara LevensonBeth El Seniors Presidents ...............................Ellen Budish and Maxine KontoffMen’s Club President ........................................Harry Siegel

Beth El, a progressive and inclusive congregation affiliated with the Conservative Movement, fulfills the spiritual, educational, and social needs of its members by nurturing religious practices and tradition, Jewish

values and Tikkun Olam.

Phone: 410-484-0411 • School Phone: 410-484-4543 • www.bethelbalto.com

Rabbi Jacob B. Agus, z”l (1911–1986) Founding Rabbi

Rabbi Mark G. Loeb, z”l (1944–2009)

Cantor Saul Z. Hammerman, z”l (1926–2008)

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Light a Candle with HandelSunday, December 6, at 4:00 p.m. Beth El Congregation presents Judas Maccabaeus with the combined choirs of Beth El, Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church and the Pikesville Alumni Choir. This performance will feature Cantor Thom King and Brown Memorial’s Musical Director, Michael Britt. This program will include a Menorah lighting and Hanukkah treats!

General Admission tickets are $18.00. For tickets and sponsorship information, call Yvonne at 410-484-0411.

Presented in loving memory of Cantor Saul Z. Hammerman, z”l.

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