OCTOBER, 2011/TISHRI, 5772

Begin the New Year with Adult Education. Join our

SHABBAT, SCHOLAR AND SUPPER SERIES

Join the congregation as we hear from Shabbat Scholars at our 6:00 pm worship services. Continue learning at the Shabbat dinner following services.

Michael Bar-Zohar Friday, October 28 at 6:00pm The Arab Spring and Israel: Where Are We Today?
Is the Arab spring a success - or a failure? Are the protests in Egypt, Tunisia and Yemen about democracy - or about food? Is real democracy in the Middle East viable or is it a faraway goal? Come hear author, soldier and legislator Michael Bar-Zohar share his insights on the state of democracy in the Middle East. Co-Sponsored by the Israel Involvement Committee

Ori Soltes Friday, November 11 at 6:00 pm Lost and (Sometimes) Found: Nazi-Plundered Art
Ori Soltes is Professorial Lecturer in Theology and Fine Arts at Georgetown University and former Director of the Bnai Brith Klutznick National Jewish Museum in Washington, DC. As the co-founder and chairman of the Holocaust Art Restitution Project, he has conducted research on behalf of museums and individuals with claims for the return of art that was plundered by the Nazis. Professor Soltes is the author of nearly 200 books, articles, exhibition catalogues and essays on a variety of subjects. It is said that as much as one-fifth of the worlds art changed hands during World War II, mostly at the hands of the Nazis. Why and how did the Nazi regime plunder so much art, mostly from Jews? What was the process of trying to return it to its owners after the war and how and why did that effort virtually disappear by the end of the 1950sand how did it re-emerge by the late 1990s? What have been the challenges and some of the signal successes and failures in the struggle to restore works of art, some invaluable, many only valuable as family heirlooms to the victims from whom they were stolen or their heirs? Co-Sponsored by The Renaissance Group

Shabbat Dinner Forms for both Scholar Dinners are on page 13

Schedule of Services
Clergy Rabbi Daniel M. Cohen, D.Min. Rabbi Ellie Lynn Miller, M.A.R.E. Rabbi Harvey S. Goldman, Emeritus Rabbi Herbert Weiner, Emeritus Cantor Theodore Aronson Cantor Joan Finn Lay Leadership Jay Rice, President Rob Ozer, VP Jules Nissim, VP Sue Wishnow, VP Max Weisenfeld, VP Lisa Tilton-Levine, VP David Leit, VP Wendy Ferber, VP Jeff DuBowy, Treasurer Lynne Crawford, Secretary Executive Director Leslie Y. Sporn School Directors Carol Paster, Preschool Mindy Schreff, Religious School Program Director Tracy Horwitz, LSW JFS Social Worker at TSTI Beth Sandweiss, MA, MSW Bulletin Sunny Seglin Phone: 973-763-4116 MEMBER CONGREGATION UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM Contact us at info@tstinj.org Visit our website at www.tsti.org Ph: 973-763-4116 Fax: 973-763-3941

Saturday, October 1 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Bar Mitzvah of Jack Langberg, 10:15 A.M. Friday, October 7 Kol Nidre Shabbat Service, 6:45 and 9:15 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building Saturday, October 8 Yom Kippur Early Service, 8:30 A.M. Childrens Program, 8:30 A.M. Late Morning Service, 11:15 A.M. AIPAC: Israel Update, 1:30 P.M. Meditation Service, 1:30 P.M. Intergenerational Service, 2:15 P.M. Afternoon/Yizkor/Neilah Service, 3:30 P.M. Thursday, October 13 Sukkot Festival Service and Lunch of Remembrance, 10:30 A.M. Friday, October 14 Sukkot Shabbat Service, 6:00 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building Saturday, October 15 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Bnai Mitzvah of Melanie Albert, Jordan Pressel and Lydia Simon, 10:15 A.M. Bat Mitzvah of Marleigh Friedman, 10:30 A.M.

Wednesday, October 19 Yizkor Service and Lunch of Remembrance, 10:30 A.M. Friday, October 21 Breshit Shabbat/Simchat Torah and New Member/ Religious School Consecration, 6:00 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building Saturday, October 22 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Bar Mitzvah of Max Maidenberg, 10:15 A.M. Bat Mitzvah of Rebecca Connelly, 10:30 A.M. Friday, October 28 Noach Shabbat Service and Scholar, Michael Bar Zohar, 6:00 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building Saturday, October 29 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Bnai Mitzvah of Joshua Baum and Daniel Schild, 10:15 A.M. Bar Mitzvah of Jordan Kuvin, 10:30 A.M. Friday, November 4 Lech Lecha Family Shabbat, 6:00 P.M. Shabbat Service, 7:30 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building

Wednesday, October 12

DECORATE THE SUKKAH

6-7:30 P.M.

Enjoy a light dessert as we decorate our Sukkah as a Temple community. Make decorations, hang banners, place the gourds and pumpkins to create a beautiful sukkah for everyone to enjoy. End the evening by shaking the lulav, smelling the etrog and learning the blessings of Sukkot. Thursday, October 13 - Sukkot Service at 10:30 A.M.

Wednesday, October 19 10:30 A.M.in the Gellis-Green Chapel:

Simchat Torah and Shabbat

A Very Special Time to Welcome Our Newest Members Friday, October 21 at 6:00 P.M. A Festive Oneg will Follow

An Opportunity to Remember those weve loved and lost at our Yizkor Service and Lunch of Remembrance

The Presidents Point of View

The summer of 2011 in the halls of Government in Washington, D.C. will long be remembered as a time when Republicans and Democrats were incapable of agreeing on anything. This gridlock has gone on for years now but months of drama over the debt ceiling has just made matters worse. There has just been one issue that Republicans and Democrats have uniformly and consistently agreed upon: support for the State of Israel. This year, the Unites States provided over $3 billion in aid to Israel. Support for this aid was almost unanimous among both Republican and Democrats. The reality is that no matter how much money is raised through the efforts of the United Jewish Appeal and other organizations, these dollars are relatively small in comparison to the Americas annual commitment. How is it that Congressman from districts where there is virtually no Jewish population, become ardent supporters of Israel? There are many reasons Im sure, but certainly a leading factor in the efforts of pro-Israel lobbies, the largest being AIPAC. When virtually every Senator and Congressman makes a personal appearance at AIPACs annual policy conference, you understand the enormous reach and influence of the lobby. Congresss traditional support for Israel should not, however, be taken for granted. There are winds of change in the air. The need to reduce the federal deficit is causing some legislators to look closely at foreign aid. Some of the new members of Congress do not believe, as a matter of philosophy, in foreign aid. Sooner or later, some legislator will challenge Americas financial support to Israel. American Jews have a special place in our hearts for Israel. We support Israel in many ways; our UJA gift, the planting of trees in Israel, a family trip or a birthright trip for our children. But, if we have not done so already, we need to find a place to support the efforts to continue Americas strong support for Israel. We can do this by supporting lobbying groups such as AIPAC. We can also write to our legislators and ask for their continued support. This may be the most important thing we can do to help maintain the existence and security of Israel. Israel has survived wars and intifadas but never in my lifetime has Israel seemed so isolated. The Arab spring has put into question the continued viability of the Israel-Egypt peace treaty. The Palestinian application for Statehood made to the United Nations had drawn world wide support. The efforts at delegitimization of Israel are all around us. Only the United States stands by Israel during this difficult time. If this support is to continue, Israel needs each and everyone of us to help insure Americas continued commitment. This is no time for any of us to sit on the sidelines.

From the Rabbis Study

I am writing this bulletin article a few days before the Palestinians plan to unilaterally announce statehood. That means that by the time this bulletin is published, much will have changed in the Middle East landscape. And as I write this, it unclear what will unfold in the coming days and weeks. What is clear however, and will be the case regardless of what happens over the next weeks, is that this is a truly precarious time for the Jewish state. The so-called Arab Spring has not yielded much of a move toward the hoped-for democracy. Egypt, once an ally, albeit a cold one, now has individuals storming the Israeli embassy. Turkey, once one of Israels closest allies, now sees growing antagonism. And at every turn, the process of working to delegitimize Israel continues to grow. It is not a good time for the Jewish State. Now more than ever it is important that we know what is going on, what we can do, and how to make our voices heard. A few suggestions on where to start: 1. Between the morning and afternoon services on Yom Kippur, Temple member and AIPAC Northeast Regional Director Michael Sachs will once again give us an update on Israel. Here is an opportunity to hear from one of the most knowledgeable individuals in our community with regard to what is taking place and the ways in which we can help. Thank you Mike! 2. Join me on October 16 for the Stand Up for Israel Rally. We have our 5K run that morning at 9:30. I will be participating in it and then heading straight to the event. If you plan on attending the 5K please join me. Well arrive a bit late, but there will still be a great deal to learn and do. If you are not participating in the 5K please make plans to be there the entire time. If youd like to stay closer to home you can learn more about the medias bias toward Israel by attending an outstanding talk by Gary Kenzer sponsored by Renaissance Group and the Israel Involvement Committee here at TSTI at 2:00 P.M. 3. Join a pro-Israel group (or two or three). Join AIPAC, J-Street, ARZA... join and get involved with an organization that is committed to the Jewish State. 4. Read sources that offer insight, analysis, and can recommend ways to get involved. We have a list of such sources on the Temple website and, as often as possible, we link to the articles
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The Iris Family

Linda and Rudy Slucker Religious School

Change is hard for many while new beginnings are exciting for others. Some of us go kicking and screaming into the unknown and others jump in head first. There are times we might want to take on a new challenge alone and other times we may need a partner or small group to join us. Some people want to look for a new job while others are forced into the situation. For myself, I am usually the jump-in-head-first-go-it-alone person who just happens to attract the kicking-and-screamingIm-not-so-sure-about-this friend. This has happened quite often actuallyits how Ive managed to convince my co-worker, Andrea Dean, to volunteer to be my coteacher in the Religious School kindergarten class. Im sure I made it sound like an easy job and talked to her about the extra money to help pay for her babys childcare fees. Pretty soon the 2 hour commute, the cost of gas and the extra planning and reporting that go along with this job will far outweigh the promise of fun times working together, but I expect that by then, Andrea will have been hooked. Its also how I managed to excitedly mention to Rabbi Miller and 3 of the teachers in the preschool about the 3-day farm conference I spoke of in last months article, which, by the way, has taken on a life of its own. In early September the trainers came from Maryland to begin what will be a 10 month partnership with the Preschool and Religious School staff. In October a naturalist team from Nebraska will spend 2 days walking the fields and drawing up proposals for our property while also providing additional teacher training so can become a nationally certified outdoor classroom. Its the same influence that has allowed my son, Alex, the ability to decide to move to Florida for a job. Unfortunately it is also the reason that I volunteered to take the road trip with him. I had visions of mother-son bonding time. What I didnt factor in is just how much longer the trip feels when riding in a Jeep Wrangler with plastic windows and a soft top roof a day after hurricane Irene. Not only did we bounce around like a sailboat in high seas, the wind and residual rain storms made the noise level deafening; we could not hear each other speak unless we were yelling. At least we have the same taste in music and are both content with the volume on high.
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Our Promise Tree has bloomed! As you enter the lobby by the Religious School Office, please take note of our amazing Promise Tree. As part of our Opening Day events, each student in the school was asked to write a promise of something they would do in the coming year to help make a difference to one person. As I read many of them, I was touched by the kindness and thoughtfulness that went into their writings. Please add you own wish to the tree- there is a container with the tools you need right by the tree. If you walked through the halls our halls on our first day, you heard students welcoming each other back, new students making new friends and our community strengthening. The first day has set the tone for an environment where every child is respected, celebrated for their unique qualities, and an integral part of our school community. During this year, we will be encouraging teamwork as well as kindness through some healthy competition. Our theme is Yad BYad, means hand in hand, and that is one way our children are going to learn this year. Each homeroom is going to be a Yad Squad, and they will compete with other classes in various areas: Shabbat Attendance, Hebrew reading at home, class behavior and teamwork on many projects. There will be a team prize at Chanukah, at the end of the year and small rewards in between! Our older students, which include Seventh Grade and up, will also participate in many new and challenging programs during the year. Watch the next e-blast for more details and please help support your students Yad Squad! LShalom,

Mindy Schreff
Religious School Director

From the Green Team

Recipe of the Month
email: Pamfood@aol.com

Quinoa**, Pistachio & Roasted Red Pepper Salad

Ingredients: 1 Red Pepper, roasted (can use canned) 1 cup uncooked Red Quinoa 2 cups Vegetable Broth (or water) cup Kalamata Olives, pitted & chopped cup chopped Pistachio Nuts (salted or unsalted) Dressing: 1/3 cup chopped Cilantro cup EV Olive Oil 2 Tbsp. chopped Parsley 2 Tbsp. Grated Orange Zest 3 Tbsp. Lemon Juice 2 large Garlic Cloves, chopped 1 tsp. Ground Cumin tsp. Kosher Salt tsp. (or more) Cayenne Optional add-ins: roasted Corn, Chickpeas, diced Cucumber, chopped Red Onion, Tofu cubes, diced Chicken.. Preparation instructions: 1. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in saucepan, cover and reduce heat to low & simmer for 15 minutes, until water/ broth is absorbed. Uncover, fluff with a fork; set aside to cool. 2. Roast Red Pepper on outdoor grill/broil in oven/place over stove flame. When completely charred (blackened) on all sides, place pepper in a bowl and cover or place in a paper bag and close. Allow pepper to steam about 15-20 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel and chop. 3. Make Dressing: Place all dressing ingredients in a food processor or blender; process until smooth. 4. In large bowl, combine quinoa, roasted pepper, olives and dressing. Sprinkle with nuts. **Quinoa- is a seed, not a grain. It contains no gluten. It provides all the essential amino acids- considered one of the best sources of protein for a vegetarian diet.

Hello 9th Graders and Parents . . . STISY IS STARTING SOON . . . Mark your Calendars for STISYS Mystery Event Sunday, October 23 12pm-5pm
Congratulations on coming of age! You are now officially eligible to become a MEMBER OF STISY! This is not only a privilege but a wonderful opportunity to meet new people as well as reunite with old ones! Now, you can volunteer, learn, participate in social action, socialize and get in touch with your Jewish side while having fun at the same time! To members of past years, we hope that you will continue your membership with STISY and encourage others to do the same! Were excited for an amazing year, and on behalf of the 2011-2012 STISY Board, we say Shalom! For a membership application or more information, please email Tracy Horwitz at thorwitz@tstinj.org.

STISY

TSTI COLLEGE CORNER

If you havent yet registered your college student with College Corner, please take this opportunity to give him or her a connection to temple and to receive some great gift boxes at holiday times. Return this form to temple, attention Tracy Horwitz.

Student Name__________________________________________ School________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ On Campus Housing?________ Off Campus Housing? ___________ Y N

Should the mailing address include the school name

Anticipated Graduation Year_______________________________ Email_________________________________________________ Parents' names__________________________________________

Renaissance Group
Opening Event Sunday, October 16 with Guest Speaker

Gary Kenzer
Defending Israel from Media Bias

Paid Up Lunch at 12:30 P.M. Speaker at 2:00 P.M.

You will have this Bulletin in hand before our annual paid-up membership luncheon on October 16. We will be meeting in the ballroom at 12:30 p.m. and we look forward to seeing all of you. Our guest speaker will be Gary Kenzer of Honest Reportin ting who A Against Repor ting w ho will speak on A Media Bias Ag ainst What We Israel: What Can We Do About It? which promises to be a stimulating topic. Gary Kenzer is the Executive Director of Honest Reporting, an organization that monitors the media, exposes cases of bias,

promotes balance, and effects change to ensure Israel is represented fairly and accurately. Prior to his work with Honest Reporting, he was the National Director for Magen David Adom USA which provides much needed support to Magen David Adom, Israels national emergency medical, disaster, ambulance and blood bank service. Mr. Kenzer has presented at many regional, national and international conferences on Jewish communal issues for well over 20 years and has been published in the RAVSAK Jewish Educators Journal on Israel advocacy. Thank you to the Israel Involvement Committee for co-sponsoring this event with us. On Friday, November 11, we will co-sponsor Temples Scholar in Residence program. Please see Page 1 for more information. The summer is past and we are now looking forward to a good Fall season. Speaking about fall two of our active members did just that fell..this summer. Ruth Tenner and Joie Berman are both on the road to recovery after each having hip surgery and we look forward to welcoming them back to Renaissance . Hoping to see all of you on Sunday October 16 at our paid-up membership luncheon.

Mimi Braun

PAR ART A PART Y WITH A PURPOSE

A FUN-FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTH ORANGE!

Back by popular demand

TSTI 5K Run/Walk
Sunday morning, October 16th $36 for adults/$18 under age 18 No charge for babies in strollers and 4-footed friends on leashes. To register, visit the Temple website or contact Debbie Bernstein at bernstein.deb@gmail.com

Hosted by Milly Iris Join Us !

On Saturday, December 10 at 7:30 P.M., Milly Iris will host a special event to celebrate her 80th milestone birthday and 50th year in South Orange at the South Orange Performing Arts Center. The featured performer is John Pizzarelli and his trio, with additional entertainment by strolling magician and mind reader, Oz Pearlman. All proceeds from the evening will benefit SOPAC. The post-concert party includes open bar with specialty cocktails, hors doeuvres, desserts, party favors, performance by Oz Pearlman, and presentations by family and friends. For prices and to reserve your place for this special event, contact SOPAC Director of Development, Linda Onorevole, at 973-382-1033 or linda@sopacnow.org. *Donations to A PARTY WITH A PURPOSE are partially taxdeductible. 6

CLOTHING DRIVE STISYs Annual Midnight Run will be held in early December
Clothing Needed: LARGE or EXTRA LARGE Shirts, Sweaters, Pants, Jackets (Mens Clothing Preferred) New Underwear and socks (mens and womens) New Trial Size Toiletry Items Hats and Gloves
Bins are in the Religious School Lobby October 10-December 3

The Womens Connection Extends Wishes for a Healthy and Happy New Year

Lori and Amir Achitoov and Family Jon Aronson and Family Reginald Baldini Lori and David Barnett and Family Peggy and Alan Barnett and Family Gail and Kevin Barry and Family Andrea and David Baum and Family Leslie and Jesse Bayer and Family Annette Berger Andrea and Jeff Bergman and Family Adam and Ivy Bernstein and Family The Bernstein-Donald Family Rita and Robert Boyle Mimi Braun and Family Jane and Michael Brick and Family Randi and Glenn Butcher and Family Heidi and Rob Cohen and Family Susi and Ken Darvin Sarah J. Densen Deborah and Dan Duane and Family Carol and Barry Eckenthal and Family Sharon and Stuart Falkin and Family Harriet and Everett Felper Wendy Ferber and Andrew Nadel and Family Helene and Jack Fersko and Family Roslyn and Leon Fink Alice and Sid Forman Shelley and Isadore Frankel and Family Alice and Bob Fried Bobbe and Vernon Futterman and Family Amy and Richard Giles and Family Barbara Glickman and Robert Geffen Dan and Matty Goldberg and Family Priscilla and Jamie Goldman and Family Muriel Goldstein

Beltye and Ramon Green and Family Gerry and Marvin Gould The Granados Family Susan Grand Harriet Grossman Randee Heller and Family Mimi and Ken Heyman and Family Estelle Hollaender and Family Leslie and Jerry Holtz Lauren and Bob Jacobson Robin Kahn and Scott Miller and Family Mildred S. Kass and Family Susan and Sanford Kimmel and Family Alison Klein and Stephen Okinow and Family Malvina and Ben Krane Yvette Kruvant Harriet and Sanford Lainer Michelle and Jeff Langsam and Family Robert and Jennifer Larson and Family Wendy and Robert Lazarus Jen and Rob Lieberman and Family Janice and Jay Lippman and Family Harold and Annette Littman Ann Merin Lisa and Rob Ozer and Family Pam and Jeff Paro and Family Pauline Pollack and Family Hope Pomerantz and Family Steven Pomerantz and Family Douglas and Susan Present and Family Robert and Jamie Probber and Family Lillian Rachleff The Rankin Family Barbara and John Robinton and Family

Arlene and Elliot Rogoff and Family Allan Rosen Paul and Chickie Rosenberg Richard and Joan Rosenthal and Family Nancy and Scott Saffran and Family Linda and Joel Scharf Mindy Schreff and Steven Schutzer and Family Sunny and Mark Seglin Phyllis and Richie Seibert and Family Susan Siegeltuch Witkin and Family Elly and Larry Silverstein and Family Cindy and Joe Sobelman and Family Sydne Marshall and Elliot Sommer Cindy and Michael Sonnabend and Family Doris and Jeffrey Spector Leslie and Eric Sporn Toby and Rick Staenberg and Family Joanne and Bill Stern and Family Barbara and David Stoller and Family Barbara and Kenny Sunberg Anne and Bart Sussman and Family Deborah and Mark Taffet and Family Carol Redmore and Jerry Tuttle Hanie and Jerry Warsaw and Family Marjorie Weil and Family Cheryl and Lee Weinberg Marcia A. Weinstein Audrey and Len Weiss Frankie and Marty Weiss The Weissenberg Family Marilyn and Larry White and Family Sue and David Wishnow and Family Lorraine and Matthew Howard Yablon Gert and Arnold Zoref

The Womens Connection offers a spectacular evening:

Learn How to Defend Yourself the Israeli Way!

Please join us Monday, November 14th for a very active and empowering evening as we learn self-defense techniques from instructors in Krav Maga. Wear comfortable clothes and meet in the Ballroom at 7:00 pm. Class will begin promptly at 7:30. Free for Womens Connection members; $18 for non-members. RSVP and questions: Lori Barnett: lori.barnett@comcast.net or Paula Tessler: paula_tessler@yahoo.com.

NEVER TOO EARLY TO SHOP FOR CHANUKAH!

Visit the Womens Connection Gift Shop in the calm days of October (after the High Holy Days and before Thanksgiving) where youll find the very best in gifts for the home, for your children and grandchildren and maybe a little something just for yourself -- did you know that our gold prices havent changed for years? Theyre the lowest in town. The Gift Shop is open on Tuesdays during Religious School hours, during the oneg shabbat on Fridays, and on Sundays and other days by appointment. Contact Marcia at marciaw16@aol.com or call her at 973-364-0301.

INTERFAITH/GREENFAITH EVENT
Arts and the Environment Sunday Nov Sunda y, No v ember 6th 2:30-5:30 St. Andrews Episcopal Church TSTI joins fellow local houses of worship to celebrate and appreciate the arts and the environment. Join us for a wonderful afternoon of song, music, poetry, art and photography exhibitions reflecting how our respective faiths celebrate, revere and help protect the environment. And, if you are an artist who would like to exhibit or demonstrate your work or play your instrument - please contact Hope at hopepomerantz@gmail.com

Womens Connection Trip!

Walking Tour of Jewish Harlem

Did you know that Harlem was once the third largest Jewish settlement in the world, after Warsaw and the Lower East Side? We invite you to join historian Joyce Gold on a 2-hour narrated walk, covering about mile, to hear stories about the Jews of Harlem and see some of the buildings that were important to them. Date: Thursday, October 20 Time: Arrive at Temple parking lot 8:45 am for 9:00 am departure. Return 3:00-3:30. Cost: $50 for WC members and their guests includes coach bus transportation, walking tour, and lunch at a new Harlem restaurant. RSVP by October 10 to Ellen Blake citygirl15@verizon.net (973/736-4908) Pam Riesenberg Pamfood@aol.com (973/467-2633) Limited to first 40 women! Please send check made out to Womens Connection and this registration form to Shari Stein, 70 Mountainview Rd, Millburn, NJ 07041

TSTI Womens Connection Walking Tour of Harlem

Yes . . . I have my walking shoes on and Im ready to go!

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________________

Email: _____________________________________

Check enclosed for $__________________________

Our Bnai Mitzvah

Jack Harrison Langberg
October 1, 2011 Jack is the son of Susan and Glenn Langberg, brother of George and Diana, and grandson of Marvin Lewtan and Nicky Wernick. Mitzvah Project: Through the Horizon School, Jack worked with a four year old child with cerebral palsy.

Rebecca Lynn Connelly

October 22, 2011 Becca is the daughter of Amy Rosen Connelly and Christopher Connelly, sister of Matthew and Ethan, and granddaughter of Miriam Rosen, Pat and Derek Anderson and Judy and John Connelly. Mitzvah Project: Becca volunteers at the NJ Animal Coalition Shelter, helping to socialize cats so they are adoptable.

Lydia Anne Simon

October 15, 2011 Lydia is the daughter of Susan Norkin and Brian Simon, sister of Tobias, and granddaughter of Rita and Carl Simon and Dorrie Susser and Robert Norkin. Mitzvah Project: Lydia participated in a 5k run to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Max Arthur Maidenberg

October 22, 2011 Max is the son of Rebecca and Marc Maidenberg, brother of Sam, and grandson of Zvi and Hadassa Maidenberg and Michael Brooks. Mitzvah Project: Max is volunteering with the Cougar Soccer Club to help and encourage local kids learn the game.

Melanie Paige Albert

October 15, 2011 Melanie is the daughter of Hillary and Howard Albert, sister of Elyse and Nicole, and granddaughter of Barbara and Gerald Albert and Bernice Krauss. Mitzvah Project: Melanie raised money for Horizon Schools Wheelin and Walkin challenge and works with the schools students who have cerebral palsy.

Joshua Alexander Baum

October 29, 2011 Josh is the son of Andrea and David Baum, brother of Jeffrey and Alyssa, and grandson of Roz and Bill Terzi and Simmie Baum. Mitzvah Project: Josh is working with JESPY House, collecting sports equipment for their recreation department.

Marleigh Laurel Friedman

October 15, 2011 Marleigh is the daughter of Jill Kingsly and Robert Friedman, sister of Jake, and granddaughter of Myrna Kingsly and Judy and Jon Friedman. Mitzvah Project: Marleigh has been working with a child with special needs at the Horizon School.

Jordan Saxe Kuvin

October 29, 2011 Jordan is the son of Betsy Karetnick and Joshua Kuvin, brother of Samantha, and grandson of Naomi and Barry Karetnick. Mitzvah Project: Jordan volunteers at the Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter and raises money for pet care and rescue.

Jordan Stanley Pressel

October 15, 2011 Jordan is the son of Dina and David Pressel, brother of Mitchell, and grandson of Paula Cohen, Marc Pressel, and helley and Martin Rabkin. Mitzvah Project: Jordan participated in Twin with a Survivor, interviewing survivor Rabbi Helga Newmark a number of times.

Daniel Eli Schild

October 29, 2011 Daniel is the son of Shara and Mark Schild, brother of Sam and Jonathan, and grandson of Elaine and Robert Zakarin and Suzanne and Bertram Schild. Mitzvah Project: Through the Friendship Circles Friends at Home program, Daniel visits a child with special needs weekly.

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that Mike recommends through his office. You can also subscribe (paper or electronic) to one of the Israeli newspapers in English. Links for all of this are also on the Temple website. 5. Watch this space for details on our participation in the program. Cantor Aronson is taking the lead on this for TSTI and we need your involvement. The challenges to the Jewish state are great more so right now then perhaps at any time in recent memory. Israel is increasingly left standing alone with United States as her only ally. If we dont stand up for Israel who is going to? And, as the great teacher Hillel put it, If not now when?

Tribute Order
Tribute to: Name__________________________________________ Address_________________________________________ In Loving Memory of _______________________________ In Honor of ______________________________________ Donated by: Name:__________________________________________

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Address:________________________________________ I am pleased to contribute $ ________ to the Fund indicated Contributions of $10 and more will be published. Abelson, Echikson, Ehrenkrantz Library Fund Norma Benisch Mansion Restoration Fund Brotherhood Fund for Youth Activities Melville J. Berlow Music Fund Helen A. Broder Museum Fund Discretionary Funds Rabbi Cohen Rabbi Miller Cantor Aronson Rabbi Goldman Cantor Finn Gellis Family Fund for Senior Programming Harriet & Jesse Goodwin Arts & Humanities Fund Green Family Pulpit Fund Pearl & Sam Green Preschool Fund David I. Greenstone Fund (for humanities, music and art) Richard Gross Confirmation Class Fund Holocaust Remembrance Fund Iris Family Matters Fund Adam Katz Memorial Fund Maurice Koenigsberg Arts and Music Fund Harry Levine Bnai Mitzvah Fund Josh Littman Audio-Video Fund Alexander Permison for Adult Education Fund Pomerantz Fund for Adult Jewish Enrichment Prayer Book Fund ($18 will ensure an inscription) Erna & Alfred Schick Education Scholarship Fund Linda & Rudy Slucker Religious School Fund Stark Confirmation Class Trip Fund Susan Ackerman Sommer Fund for Social Justice Temple Fund Tree of Life Fund TSTI Access Fund Womens Connection Fund for Reform Jewish Summers (For office use:) Card Sent by _______________ Date _____________ Pub. _____________ 11

As of this writing the first day of school begins in less than an hour and I know that there will be children who will enter our school excited to make new friends and there will also be those who come in kicking and screaming, literally. It is scary for many children and parents alike to start on this new adventure, but in a few weeks they will all settle in to a rhythm. My hope is that, like Andrea, once theyve been here awhile they will be hooked. Maybe they will be like my farm team and their classroom experience will take on a life of its own. I guarantee there will be bumps along the way when we all feel as though we wont be able to weather the storm but we will get through the highs and lows together, as part of Temple Sharey TefiloIsraels Iris Family Center.

Carol Paster

Preschool Director

Memorial Plaques
We know that many of you would like to purchase a bronze plaque in memory of a loved one. The cost of a plaque is $700. Every name on our Memorial Board is noted in perpetuity on the appropriate yahrzeit. For further information, please call Sunny Seglin at the Temple office, 973-763-4116

Heres an easy, no-hassle way to order your Tributes by phone, fax or email:
Deposit at least $50 to your Temple account, specifying it be used for Tribute E-Z Pass. Whenever youd like to have a Tribute sent, call Temple and ask for the Tribute line. You will be prompted to leave the necessary information, and your Tribute will be mailed out the next day. You may also email Tributes to tributes@tsti.org or fax your Tribute information to 973-763-3941. If you prefer, use the form to the right (make as many copies as you wish for future use) and send the form to Temple. Payment must accompany Tributes by mail.

TRIBUTES
Contributions in memory of loved ones and in honor of the simchas in our lives are acts of loving kindness. We are grateful for your generous support of Temple through various Temple Funds.
TEMPLE TRIBUTES
IN HONOR OF Arnold Zorefs milestone birthday Matty & Dan Goldberg Pauline Pollack Roger & Sharon Sachs Everett & Harriet Felper Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage of their son, Brad, to Stephenie Kirschenbaum Matty & Dan Goldberg Norma & David Nagel Jack & Helene Fersko Cheryl & Lee Weinberg Jay Rice for winning his golf championship Pauline Pollack Arnold Zoref for an inspiring Dvar Torah Bettye & Ray Green IN MEMORY OF Jack Zimmerman, father of Judi Goldman Jesse, Leslie & Ariel Bayer SPEEDY RECOVERY Dan Goldberg Arnold & Gert Zoref Ruth Tenner Roger & Sharon Sachs Blanca Hayes Jesse, Leslie & Ariel Bayer

All in the Family

Mazel tov to:
Debbie and George Russ on the marriage of their daughter, Julie, to Nick Harris. Sunny and Mark Seglin on the arrival of a granddaughter, Josephine (Josie) Olivia Wise. Parents are Erin and Jason Wise. Josie is also the great granddaughter of Florence Seglin. Lyn and Glen Reiter on the marriage of their daughter, Diana, to Sean Mersten. Tina and Michael Weinstock on the marriage of their daughter, Suzanne, to James Klein. Ivy and Barry Hausman on the marriage of their daughter, Rena, to Adam Stoller.

RABBI MILLERS DISCRETIONARY FUND

IN HONOR OF Carol & Doug Newman on the marriage of their daughter, Erica, to Rob Grohman Robert & Judy Epstein Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage of their son, Brad, to Stephenie Kirschenbaum Lisa & Rob Ozer SPEEDY RECOVERY Ruth Tenner The Epstein Family

MAURICE KOENIGSBERG ARTS AND MUSIC FUND

IN APPRECIATION Rabbi Miller Mark & Susan Berkley Cantor Finn Mark & Susan Berkley

MELVILLE & ROSE BERLOW MUSIC FUND

IN MEMORY OF The Miller family loss Howard & Loraine Yablon Steve Auerbach Matty & Dan Goldberg SPEEDY RECOVERY Ruth Tenner Everett & Harriet Felper

GELLIS FAMILY FUND FOR SENIOR PROGRAMMING

IN HONOR OF Arnold Zorefs milestone birthday Renaissance Group

NORMA BENISCH MANSION RESTORATION FUND

IN MEMORY OF Tessie Balsam Reginald Baldini

PEARL & SAM GREEN PRESCHOOL FUND

IN HONOR OF Arlene & Andy Brafman on the marriage of their daughter, Alison, to Andy Kohut. Karen & Robert Burrick Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage of their son, Brad, to Stephenie Kirschenbaum Karen & Robert Burrick Debbie and Dan Duane on the marriage of their son, Michael, to Molly Rapoport Karen & Robert Burrick Jay Rice becoming president of TSTI Karen & Robert Burrick

POMERANTZ FUND FOR ADULT JEWISH ENRICHMENT

IN HONOR OF Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage of their son, Brad, to Stephenie Kirschenbaum Hope Pomerantz Steven Pomerantz Jay Rice, to a successful presidency Hope Pomerantz SPEEDY RECOVERY Joie Berman The Renaissance Group

In Memoriam
GRACE DESSAU Mother of Howard Dessau ROBERT LOWELL Husband of Barbara Lowell DORIS ROSEN Mother of Robbie Weissenberg JACK ZIMMERMAN Father of Judi Goldman ODED ZUCROW Father of Lisa Block

RABBI COHENS DISCRETIONARY FUND

IN HONOR OF Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage of their son, Brad, to Stephenie Kirschenbaum Susan & Sandy Kimmel Sue & David Wishnow Jay Rice on his Temple presidency Ellen, Dara, Brad & Stephenie Rice Debbie & George Russ on the marriage of their daughter, Julie, to Nick Harris Susan & Sandy Kimmel IN MEMORY OF Karl Kessler Edmund & Renee Spelman IN APPRECIATION Ellen & Jay Rice Stan Alpert SPEEDY RECOVERY Ruth Tenner Renaissance Group

JOSH LITTMAN VIDEO FUND

IN HONOR OF Harold & Annette Littman new home Pauline Pollack Cheryl & Lee Weinberg Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage of their son, Brad, to Stephenie Kirschenbaum Harold & Annette Littman Enid & Stuart Friedmans grandsons bar mitzvah Harold & Annette Littman SPEEDY RECOVERY Ruth Tenner Jesse, Leslie & Ariel Bayer Hannah Bayer, Stuart Slavin & Julia

PRAYER BOOK FUND

IN MEMORY OF Leo Goldberg Diane Lieberfarb IN HONOR OF Allen Chirls special birthday Barbara & Daniel Drench

TREE OF LIFE FUND

IN APPRECIATION Leslie & Eric Sporn Karyn Klein

May their memories be for a blessing

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JVS Career Counseling & Placement

Career Counseling Resume Writing Interview Training Support Groups Workshops Mentoring No Fee Job Placement in a Variety of Fields from Entry Level to the Executive Suite Jewish Vocational Service of MetroWest
JVS is a beneficiary agency of the United Jewish Communities of MetroWest

JUMP START YOUR JOB SEARCH IN THE NEW YEAR

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Beth Sandweiss begins this years program for 6th grade girls on Wednesday, October 5 a from 4-5:30 P.M. Please contact her at bethsandweiss@verizon.net for further details.

Entertainment Books

Positive Developments, Associates in Psychology 90 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, NJ

SHABBAT SCHOLARS AND SUPPER

Dinner fee is $25 per member, $36 per non-member. Registration and payment due one week prior to event. Name(s): _________________________________________ Day Phone: _______________________________________ Eve phone: _______________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________

Brotherhood will again be offering the 2012 Entertainment Book with coupons for dining, movies, goods and services. The price is only $30. Reserve your copy by calling Joel Scharf at 973-762-1989. Remember, all profit supports our Temple Youth Groups.

Positively Me Groups for Children

A 6-week program focused on promoting healthy emotional development and self-esteem Topics include: empathy, assertiveness, problem solving skills, and stress management Small, interactive groups starting in January 2012 for children in grades 2-5 Parent Workshops (one 2hour session each) Sibling Relationships: Everyday Strategies for Keeping the Peace Elena Jeffries, Ph.D. Educational Testing 101: How Assessment and Interventions Can Maximize Your Childs Potential Nancy Corral Ziebert, Ph.D. Dont Worry When They Worry: Strategies for Managing Your Childs Fears Nancy Distel, Ph.D.

GREEN TIP
Michael Bar-Zohar October 28, 2011 Shabbat Supper: ______ @ $25 per member = _________ TOTAL = _________ Ori Soltes November 11, 2011 Shabbat Supper: ______ @ $25 per member = _________ TOTAL = _________

Good night Moon or twilight

The Childrens Book Project has helped thousands of disadvantaged children learn to read by giving more than 1.5 million books to schools, homeless shelters, and community centers. Any gently used childrens book can be donated whether a board book for infants or a novel for teens. (childrensbookproject.org)

Space is limited. For more information or to register, please visit our website at

Please return to Temple, 432 Scotland Rd., South Orange, NJ 07079 c/o Tracy Horwitz

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The Apter family returns to Maplewood, continuing to serve the Jewish Community for four generations.
Services available from $4695* Up to a $500 donation back to Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel from each funeral. In home and at need arrangements available from an Apter family member.

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Apter Memorial Chapels

A Non Profit Jewish Funeral Home
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2122 Millburn Ave. Maplewood, NJ

Jason L. Apter, Manager, NJ Lic. No. 3650

*Graveside/SOP package includes professional charges, preparation, and local transportation. Does not include casket, vault, shroud and cash disbursements such as cemetery fees, death certificates, gratuities. Request our general price list. Call for details.

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Assisted Listening Devices

Did you know that both the Chapel and Sanctuary provide devices to assist the hearing-impaired? There are a limited number of devices available, so if you need one, please ask an usher when you come for services. 14

WILBERS PAINTING
973-762-6333 Interior & Exterior

Admission to College Doesn't Happen Magically

Full-Service College Advisors: From Course/Testing Guidance to Essays and Applications and Everything in Between

Collegiate Prep Barbara Aueron & Elissa Caterfino Mandel collegiateprep1@verizon.net 908-578-4813

THE SOURCE OF COMFORT AND SUPPORT FOR THE JEWISH COMMUNITY SINCE 1880
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Live-in or hourly support Driving to doctor appts., the JCC & more Long term care or post surgical assistance Long term care insurance accepted Larry Aronson, Owner Joan Goldner-Lasofsky, Community Relations Dir. 973-810-0110 www.HomewatchCareGivers.com/Essex-County-NJ

SUBURBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL

68 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, LIVINGSTON, NJ
Louis J. Urban, Manager - NJ Lic. No. 3537
Funeral Directors: Allan L. Kreitzman - NJ Lic. No. 2522 Louis J. Urban - NJ Lic. No. 3537

(973) 422-0600 (800) 938-6372

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432 Scotland Road South Orange, New Jersey 07079

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40 South Jefferson Road Whippany, NJ 07981

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