PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

L’Shana Tova! I hope the New Year brings you all that you wish for yourselves.

I got a phone call from a member of JRLW asking me who she should contact about programming. She also made a very good suggestion,

“Why don’t you let people know who does what in JRLW?” So, here goes:

Questions about or suggestions for:

Programs: Evelyn Dickman 301-598-8228

Religious Activities: Allan Firestone 301-598-7311

Shiva Minyan: Herb Hodes 301-288-4869

Trips: Sue Sandler/Morty Davis 240-242-3742

Membership questions: Phyllis Rand 301-871-1515

Financial: Milli White 301-438-0211

Newsletter: Bernice Cohen 301-598-0192

For any other questions, feel free to call me at 301-598-0450.

We are not a secret organization. We welcome interaction with the general membership. So, feel free to call us with your questions and suggestions.

As we glide into fall, we, the Board, are working on many activities for JRLW; too many to list here. I ask you to be sure to check the calendar on the front page of the Newsletter every month

Jewish Residents of Leisure World Silver Spring, Maryland

OCTOBER 2016 ELUL 5776 - TISHREI 5777 President: Kitty Atkin 301-598-0450 Newsletter Editor: Bernice Cohen 301-598-0192

PLEASE VISIT THE JRLW WEB SITE - http://jrlwmd.org

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PLEASE SEE HIGH HOLIDAY FORM ON PAGE 3. BOOK OF REMEMBERANCE FORM ON PAGE 5.

         

Jewish Residents of Leisure World Silver Spring, Maryland

March 2011, Adar 1 - Adar 2, 5771 Newsletter Editor: Bernice F. Cohen 301-598-0192 Website: http://www.jrlw.org

 

The Rabbi and his wife were assigned to their first Congregation to reopen a shul in Brooklyn. They arrived in February, excited about their opportunities. When they saw the Shul it was very run down and needed much work. They set a goal to have everything done in time for the Purim Service. They worked hard , repairing, plastering, painting, etc. They were ahead of schedule when a severe snowstorm hit the area. After the storm the Rabbi went to the Shul and his heart sank when he saw all the damage the storm had done to the building. A large area of plaster had fallen off the front wall of the sanctuary just behind the pulpit. The Rabbi cleaned up the mess on the floor and headed home. On the way home he passed a flea market and stopped in. One of the items was a beautiful handmade crocheted tablecloth with a Mogen David embroidered in the center of the tablecloth. It was just the right size to cover the hole in the wall where the plaster had fallen off. He purchased the tablecloth. (Article continued on page 8)

Upcoming JRLW March

Events 2rd Wed. Na’Amat Reg Mtg 4th Fri. Conservative Svcs Interfaith 7th Mon. Newsletter Deadline 12th Sat Conservative Svcs CH 2 14th Mon JRLW Board Meeting 15th Tue Great Songs of the 20th Cent. 15th Tue. Na’Amat Bd Mtg 16th Wed Hadassah Meeting 20th Sun JRLW Breakfast Forum 23rd Wed B’nai B’rith Bd Mtg 24th Thu JRLW Singles 27th Sun Hadassah New Member Tea 29th Tue Lessons learned from the Holocaust

Religious Services

Snapshot

JRLW together with Shaare Tefila Congregation, are conducting services every Sunday morning at 8:45 AM and minyans Sun thru Thu 7:30 PM in the Clubhouse II Café’.

Friday February 4th evening Conservative Shabbat Services 8 PM at Interfaith Chapel. Services will be led by Rabbi Gary Fink. Ed Laskin will lead the Choir. Services will be sponsored by B’nai B’rith.

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Photo Credit: Fred Shapiro

and to join in as many activities as you can. Let me remind you that any member of JRLW is welcome to attend the Board meetings and if you

OCTOBER 20161 Sat - Study w/Rabbi Samber CH II 9:15

am2 Sun - Erev Rosh Hashanah3 Mon - Rosh Hashanah 1st Day/Tashlich4 Tue - Rosh Hashanah 2nd Day5 Wed - JWV Mtg CH I 11:00 am5 Wed - NA’AMAT Fashion Show CH I 11:30

am7 Fri - JRLW Reform Shabbat Svc Inter-

faith Chapel 7:30 pm8 Sat - JRLW Shabbat Svc CH II 9:15 am9 Sun - JWV Brunch CH I 10:15 am11 Tue - Erev Yom Kippur/Kol Nidre12 Wed - Yom Kippur - Yiskor12 Wed - Break-the-Fast Ch I15 Sat - Study w/Rabbi Samber CH II 9:15

am16 Sun - JRLWBrunch CH I 10:00 am16 Sun - Hadassah New Member Tea 16 Sun - Erev Sukkot17 Mon - Sukkot Day 1 (thru Sun Oct 23)17 Mon - Services in Sukkah at Interfaith

Chapel thru Sun Oct 23 7:00 pm18 Tue - NA’AMAT Bd Mtg CH I 10:30 am20 Thu - CoA ALL Classes start22 Sat - Study w/Rabbi Samber CH II 9:15

am24 Mon - Shemini Atzeret - Yiskor26 Wed - JRLW/CoA Movie CH II 1:30 pm29 Sat - Study w/Rabbi Samber CH II 9:15

am30 Sun - Hadassah Mtg. CH I 2:00 pm

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JRLW BRUNCHEvelyn Dickman

On Sunday, October 16, we will have Leisure World resident Dr. Richard Bambach as the speaker at our JRLW Brunch.

Dr. Bambach will examine the career of Duke Ellington and give examples of the great musician from five decades of his recordings.

As a young man, Dr. Bambach was taken by his father to an Ellington concert that started his interest in jazz. He then studied the form and structure of Ellington’s music and analyzed more than 3,000 performances of the orchestra. This will surely be an informative and enjoyable program.

Mail your check, made out to JRLW for $10.00 per person, to Shirley and Jerry Gordon, 15311 Beaverbrook Court, #3A, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Please try to get your check in early. See you at the Brunch!

PREPLANNING FOR THE FUTURE JUDEAN GARDENS

AND DIGNITY/HINES-RINALDIFred Shapiro

JRLW has working agreements with both the Judean Gardens and Dignity/Hines- Rinaldi funeral home for considerable savings when the unavoidable end occurs. What our members and their families must know is that both are preplanned agreements. They are not there if death has already occurred and the family is looking for relief.

Judean Gardens has issued its new program for JRLW and the latest information reveals that total savings including the burial costs and bronze markers can amount to $1,217.00 per person. JRLW Discount Vouchers must be presented to confirm that the purchaser is a member of JRLW. Questions about the voucher forms can be answered by Fred Shapiro, fshapiro@comcast.net, at the present time. To make things easy, the signed forms can be obtained by checking the JRLW mail slot in the E&R office in Clubhouse I.

For information about the funeral and financial arrangements with Hines-Rinaldi (Dignity), it is best to contact Jamie Arthur at Dignity to get the latest information about the engagement of funeral director services when needed. Jamie can be reached at 202-966-6400 or his cell phone 240-463-6884. The savings here can be considerable.

Preplanning not only provides for the arrangements for the future needs, but it is a way of making sure that your children are not placed under any unnecessary pressures and expenses when the time comes.

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NEWSLETTER STAFFBernice Cohen – EditorShirley Griffin - Asst. EditorShirley Rosenhaft – Asst. EditorRoz Rosenthal - Asst. EditorFred Shapiro - Business Mgr.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEcontinued from page 1

have anything to say, we will listen. If you need a JRLW membership directory, please call Phyllis Rand and she will arrange for you to pick one up.

Shalom,

Miriam (Kitty) Atkin

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OCTOBER RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Friday evening Reform Shabbat Services will be held on October 7, at 7:30 pm, in the Interfaith Chapel. Rabbi Gary Fink will conduct the Services. The choir will be led by Ed Laskin. An Oneg and social hour will follow the Services.

On Saturday morning, October 8, in Clubhouse II at 9:15 am, we will hold Shabbat Services. The Torah Portion will be Vayelekh. Egon Guttman will chant the Haftorah. Jonas Weiss will give the D’Var Torah. Join us for a Kiddush following Services.

Rabbi Samber will lead a short service and Torah study on Saturdays, October 1, 15 and 22 and 29, at 9:15 am in Clubhouse II. All are welcome.

Our High Holiday Services will be as follows:

Reform Services will be held in the Interfaith Chapel. Erev Rosh Hashanah Services will be held Sunday, October 2. Rosh Hashanah Services will be held on Monday, October 3. Kol Nidre will be chanted on Tuesday, October 11. Yom Kippur and Yiskor Services will be held on Wednesday, October 12.

Conservative High Holiday Services will be held in Clubhouse II Activities Room. Erev Rosh Hashanah Services will be held on Sunday, October 2. Rosh Hashanah Services will be held on Monday, October 3 and Tuesday, October 4. Kol Nidre will be chanted on Tuesday, October 11. Yom Kippur and Yiskor Services will be held Wednesday, October 12.

Tashlich will be held the afternoon of the first day of Rosh Hashanah.

Break-the-Fast will be held in the Clubhouse I Ballroom when Conservative Yom Kippur Services have ended.

Sukkot Services will be held in the Sukkah, on the grounds of the Interfaith Chapel, Monday, October 17 thru Sunday, October 23, at 7:00 pm. Mincha Services will be held on Saturday, October 22, at 4:00 pm.

Shemini Atzeret and Yiskor Services will be held on Monday, October 24.

Please check your tickets for times of Services.

NA’AMAT NEWSRuth Reid

At the end of the summer we start wondering about the Jewish Holidays and when they are arriving. Usually we ask, “Are they late this year or early?” Well, this year they are definitely late. Rosh Hashanah Eve arrives on Sunday night October 2, and the first day of Rosh Hashanah is Monday, October 3. So let us not waste another moment before wishing all of you who are reading our column to have a happy, healthy, peaceful New Year. This is a time for reflection and also a time to look ahead. We may face new and unexpected challenges in the new year. May we meet them with hope and energy, and if need be, a little help from friends and family.

On Wednesday, October 5, we will have our annual luncheon/fashion show; always a big hit. We feature clothes from the boutique, “The Look,” in Olney. This shop is unique and the clothes distinctive since the owners make certain that you won’t find these items anywhere else and that you will enjoy wearing these lovely creations. Call Harriet Chaikin (240-560-7487) to see if there is availability to attend.

On Wednesday, November 2, at 12:30 pm in the Clubhouse I Ballroom, there will be an open meeting. The speaker will be Valerie Kaplan whose topic is “Jews In The Old West.” And yes, there was Jewish life beyond the Hudson River. She will tell us how grandparents immigrated from the “old world” and ended up in Colorado. An interesting story different from the many other immigrants who came to Ellis Island and settled on the east coast. Refreshments will be delicious. Come and bring your friends..

On Thursday, December 8, we will have a card party.

New Year’s Eve plans have been made. First, we go to the Signature Theater for the musical “Titanic” and then back to Leisure World for a fabulous buffet. We had this last year and it was a huge success. Call JoAnn Cadeaux for more information (301- 438-0737).

There will be a Board Meeting on Tuesday, October 18, 10:30 am in Clubhouse I.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD

HAR TZEON AGUDATH ACHIM

Each Thursday there is a day-long program, including lunch, held at Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim, a satellite program of the JCCGW. Lunch is at noon and the program starts at 1:00 pm.

October 6 - Dr. Alan Breitler, Professor of Computer Science, University of Maryland, University College: “The Life and Theories of Albert Einstein” Part I.

October 13 - Dr. Alan Breitler, Professor of Computer Science, University of Maryland, University College: “The Life and Theories of Albert Einstein” Part II.

If you have any questions about any of these programs, call Linda Wechsler at 301-348-3893.

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SHAARE TEFILA SYNAGOGUE

Shaare Tefila Synagogue holds morning Minyan 8:00 am every Monday and Thursday for those saying Kaddish or observing a Yahrzeit and welcomes anyone who wishes to just drop in at any time.

TIKVAT ISRAELCONGREGATION

An Egalitarian Conservative Kehilla 2200 Baltimore Rd., Rockville (Between Norbeck Rd. and Twinbrook Parkway)

Have a need to say Kaddish? Please give us a try.

Weekday & Shabbat Service Times

Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.

am 9:00 6:45 – – 6:45 8:00 9:30

pm 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 6:30 --

Please note: Holiday schedules will differFor further info: Call Office @ 301-762-7338 or Ted (JRLW member) @ 301-929-1542 ************************************

B’NAI SHALOM OF OLNEY

Sunday, November 6, at 1 pm, HAZAK of B’nai Shalom will sponsor a docent tour at the National Museum of American Jewish Military History.

The group will meet at the museum: 1811 R Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009.

Transportation: Red Line to Dupont Circle. Short walk to the museum.

Reserve your spot by sending in $10.00 to B’nai Shalom of Olney, 18401 Burtfield Drive, Olney MD 20832 in care of HAZAK or through the B’nai Shalom of Olney website. Any questions, contact: Naomi Kline 240-669-7683.

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WE REMEMBER:

Our sympathy to the families of the following:

Michael Platt.Bernard Snelnick.Sonya Korenblit.Jeannette Waxman.Martin Natchipolsky.Ruth S. Weinberg.

MAY THEIR MEMORY BE AS A BLESSING.

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TZEDAKAH, KIDDUSH AND ONEG DONATIONS

For information about Tzedakah, Oneg or Kiddush donations, please call Susan Weiss at 301-460-6030. Checks should be made out to JRLW and mailed to Susan Weiss, 3739 Glen Eagles Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

KIDDUSHMorris Elbaum.

Anita Sperling in honor of her brother Larry Sperling’s 75th birthday.

TZEDAKAHCarole Jason in memory of Larry Jason, husband of Carole and father of Julie Marquis and Seth Jason.

Carole Jason in memory of her sister Isabel Goldberg Winters.

Carole Jason in memory of Selma Gordon, sister of Joan Majower.

Poppy Traunfeld in honor of Joan Cohen’s 80th birthday.

Bernice Cohen wishing Joy and Bob Stromberg a happy 69th Anniversary.

Bernice Cohen in honor of brother Leonard Bosin’s 91st birthday.

Marilyn and George Kessler to Manny Collier in memory of his sister Shirley Kaplan.

Benjamin Sachs for his mother’s Yahrzeit.

Abby Brahin to Manny Collier in memory of his sister Shirley Kaplan.

Abby Brahin to the Rothenberg Family in memory of Judy Rothenberg.

Judy Frumkin to Lyle Wolinsky in honor of his retirement.

Susan and Jonas Weiss to the Korenblit Family in memory of Mother and Grandmother Sonya.

Florence Mudrick in memory of her beloved sister Rose Ratnoff.Shirley Griffin wishes Leonard Bosin a Happy Birthday.

Shirley Rosenhaft and Ray Kurlander in honor of Joy and Bob Stromberg’s 69th Anniversary.

SUKKOTAllan Firestone

Sukkot is one of the three pilgrimage holidays. A Sukkah is built to remind Jews of the structures used by the Israelites as they moved through the desert during the forty years of transit from Egypt to the Promised Land.

The building of a Sukkah on the grounds of the Interfaith Chapel is an annual event. If you are able to help in its construction on Tuesday, October 11, please call Bob Fenichel at 301-598-0285. The Sukkah will be open daily from October 17 to October 21st from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Evening services will be held in the Sukkah at 7:00 pm on October 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20. On Shabbat, October 22, we will hold Mincha (afternoon) services at 4:30 pm in the Sukkah.

The Sukkah will be staffed by a committee of JRLW members, as well as by representatives from other Jewish organizations in Leisure World. If you would like to volunteer to be part of the hospitality committee for this holiday, please contact Elaine Schenberg at 301-598-0079.

The Jewish Residents of Leisure World invites all residents of Leisure World and members of the Interfaith Chapel to join in the celebration of the holiday of Sukkot or Feast of Tabernacles with an Open House on Sunday, October 23, 2016, from 12 noon until 2 pm.

Thanks to Naomi and Steve Kline for providing the lulav and etrog for our Sukkah. The lulav and etrog will be in the Sukkah throughout the entire Holiday so all may participate in this fun and meaningful ritual.

Shirley Rosenhaft and Ray Kurlander wish Leonard Bosin a Happy 91st Birthday.

Shirley Rosenhaft wishing Ray Kurlander a speedy recovery.

RECIPE CORNER

JEWISH APPLE CAKE

Apple cake in time for the HolidaysIngredients:

3 cups all purpose flour1/2 tsp salt3 tsps baking powder2 cups white sugar1 cup vegetable oil4 eggs, well beaten1/4 cup orange juice2 tsps vanilla extract3 apples peeled, cored and sliced

2 tsps ground cinnamon5 tsps white sugar

Preheat oven to 350º. Grease and flour one 10 inch tube pan. Combine 5 teaspoons of white sugar and the cinnamon and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder and 2 cups sugar. Stir in the vegetable oil, beaten eggs, orange juice and vanilla. Mix well.

Pour 1/2 of the batter into the prepared pan. Top with 1/2 of the sliced apples and sprinkle with 1/2 of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Pour the remaining batter over the top and layer the remaining sliced apples and cinnamon sugar.

Bake at 350º for 70 to 90 minutes. Cool on rack for 20 minutes.

TORAH MAINTENANCE AND PRAYER BOOK FUND

Individuals can be honored and loved ones memorialized with a contribution to the JRLW Torah Maintenance Fund or Prayer Book Fund for a minimum donation of $25.00. Send your check, made out to JRLW, to Annette Cooper, 15107 Interlachen Drive, Apt. # 812, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

Annette Cooper sends get-well cards to members. Please contact her with the information, including the name and address. You can reach her at 240-669-6614 or you may e-mail her at Coop.annette@gmail.com.

TORAH FUND

Elaine and Jerry Daniels in memory of Manny Collier’s sister, Shirley Kaplan.

PRAYER BOOK FUND

Elaine Molnick in memory of her husband, Dr. Barry Molnick.

Kitty Atkin in memory of Sonya Korenblit, mother of Barbara.

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HADASSAH Barbara Eisen

Hadassah is holding a New Member Tea on Sun-day, October 16, from 1 pm to 3 pm at the home of Ann Berman, 3721 Glen Eagles Drive. All mem-bers who have joined during the past year and any prospective members who want to learn more about Hadassah are cordially invited. There will be delicious refreshments and time to get acquainted with each other. Current board members will pres-ent information about Hadassah and what it does. This is your opportunity to ask questions and get answers about Hadassah projects, goals and pro-grams. Please notify Linda Silverstein (301-879-2887 or linjoy357@gmail.com) if you are planning to attend.

Our next meeting will be on Sunday, October 30, at 2 pm. Pauline Yang, a Leisure World resident, will discuss the health benefits of Tai Chi, demonstrate this ancient Chinese art form, and allow some time for member participation. We are continuing our policy of asking members to bring refreshments. Those whose last names are from A to H are asked to bring a snack that will be shared and en-joyed by all. If you will be attending, please RSVP by October 23 to Caryl Rothberg 301-439-7338 or CarylRothberg@yahoo.com. If you are bringing a snack, please let her know what you plan to bring.

The Judaic Study Group will not be meeting in Oc-tober. The next meeting will be on Monday, No-vember 21, in Clubhouse I at 1:30 pm. We invite all who are interested in any aspect of Jewish studies and the relationship of Judaism to our daily lives to attend. Please contact Peri Schuyler (301-869-2968, perislaptop@aol.com) for further informa-tion.

Suzanne Ellis (240-560-6114) is our greeting card chair. The prices are $2.50 each or 5 for $10. Ha-dassah greeting cards are displayed and sold at every Hadassah meeting. Call Suzanne to pick up cards or to have them mailed for you for an extra postal charge.

Larelda Gruber (301-598-5922) is chair of Youth Aliyah/Children at Risk. This project helps disad-vantaged children in Israel. The goal is to create a circle of $1000, made by individual contributions of $40. Please send your donations to Larelda at 3200 N. Leisure World Blvd. #201, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

If you want to know more about Hadassah, con-tact our Membership Vice President, Janet Lazar (301-598-4066 or lazarjl@verizon.net).

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FALL CLASSESThe Bender JCC of Greater Washington will be offering the following classes this fall here in Leisure World.

EXPLORING UTRA-ORTHODOX LIFE IN ISRAEL, PART II

The second season of the highly acclaimed Israeli television series “Shtisel” is here! Ira will precede each episode with a discussion of this unique perspective of life in Israel and then follow the episode with Q & A.

Instructor: Ira Weiss, PhDThursdays, October 20 – December 1 (skip 11/24)10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.$30 Leisure World Residents

WRITING AND SHARING YOUR LIFE STORY

Have you ever thought about sharing your family history with the generations to come? Have you started more than once but put down the pen? Join Roberta Benor as she provides specific questions and guidelines to follow as you share your legacy! By the end of the course, you will be well on your way to finishing writing your life story.

Instructor: Roberta BenorThursdays, October 20 – November 171:00 – 2:00pm$25 Leisure World Residents

For more information feel free to contact Debbie Sokobin at 301-348-3760 or dsokobin@jccgw.org.

NEW MEMBERSThe members of Jewish Residents of Leisure World are happy to welcome the following new members: Jerome and Doris Schwartzman, 15115 Interlachen Dr., #103.

Rita Newman, 3729 Gen Eagles Drive.Herbert Ostrof, 3625 S. Leisure World Blvd., #18DSara Sussman, 3310 N. Leisure World Blvd., #924Yvette Stein, 15101 Interlachen Dr. #901Gregory Cinday, 15300 Pine Orchard Dr., #1EPierce Cheree, 19701 Golden Valley Lane, Brookville MD 20833Harriet & Irwin Smith, 2901 S. Leisure World Blvd., Apt. 402

We hope you enjoy being members of JRLW and take advantage of all we have to offer.

CANTOR’S CORNERMichael Kravitz

One of my favorite characters in all of Jewish tradition is Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Berdichev. He was a Chassidic Rabbi who lived from 1740-1810 and served congregations in Poland before taking his most famous position in Berdichev which is located in northern Ukraine. I first became familiar with him, probably in the early 1960s, through a wonderful recording of a song THAT IS called either “A Plea to G-d” or “Rabbi Levi Yitzchak’s Kaddish” and was sung by Jan Peerce. It’s a very emotional song in which Rabbi Levi Yitzchak asks G-d why He is allowing all of the terrible things that are happening to the Jews. As the song progresses, Rabbi Levi Yitzchak says “I will not stir from here! An end must there be to this- it must all stop.” And then, remembering to whom he is speaking, Rabbi Levi Yitzchak finishes with “Oy, yisgadal, v’yiskadash sh’may rabbah (magnified and sanctified be the name of G-d).”

I would have loved to be in the presence of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak as he led services from the bimah. According to reports from his congregants, he would shout, he would cry, he would wave his arms wildly, he would sit quietly before unexplainedly bursting out into a sing-song story while striding back and forth on the bimah. Was there a safe place for the chazzan to stand? Probably not.

With Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur coming up this month, I’d like to share a story about Rabbi Levi Yitzchak that I’ve adapted from one told by Rabbi David Eliezrie.

There was a time when Rabbi Levi Yitzchak’s congregation in Berdichev was looking for a cantor for the High Holy Days. Many cantors applied for the position. Given the fame of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak and the fact that thousands came to his services, a cantor who succeeded there had his reputation made for life. Serving with Rabbi Levi Yitzchak for the High Holy Days would have likely been the equivalent today of singing a lead role in a production at the Metropolitan Opera in New York.

Surprisingly, Rabbi Levi Yitzchak was not particularly concerned with the cantorial skills a candidate possessed. Rather, he was concerned

with the candidate’s spiritual qualities. If he was to lead the congregation in prayer, the cantor needed to show that his actions in life were worthy of the responsibility. So, after hearing many cantors with great voices who sang with great emotion, a simple villager from a nearby town stood before Rabbi Levi Yitzchak to apply for the position. “How will you lead the service?” Rabbi Levi Yitzchak asked. The villager replied “I WILL PRAY TO G-D THAT MY DAUGHTERS FIND MATCHES.” The villager had two daughters who were getting older and he was concerned that they marry and start their own families. “Finished” said Rabbi Levi Yitzchak. “You will be our cantor for the High Holy Days.” That left the long line of applicants totally confused. A simple villager had gotten this plum of a position. How had he beaten out all the applicants with better voices and long resumes of service? Rabbi Levi Yitzchak replied “his prayer is from the depths of his heart. He is not looking to impress anyone; he is asking G-d in a pure way for his needs for the coming year.”

This story made me think of a reading from the Silverman Sabbath and Festivals prayer book that I’ve read many times over the years. It is called CLEAN HANDS AND A PURE HEART and is found on page 346. I think it is particularly meaningful at this time of the year. The last part of it is taken from Psalm 24, and I’ll slightly change the wording to be gender equal. “Who shall ascend the mountain of the Lord and who shall stand in His holy place? He/She that has clean hands and a pure heart; who has not taken G-d’s name in vain and has not sworn deceitfully. He/She shall receive a blessing from the Lord and righteousness from the G-d of his/her salvation.”

Rosh Hashanah is a time of new beginnings. So, let me wish each of you a SHANAH TOVAH with the sincere hope that G-d will grant all of our needs and that each of us can look forward to a year of health, happiness and blessings in 5777.

For those of you with a computer who would like to hear Jan Peerce sing “A Plea to G-d,” type in “A PLEA TO GOD YOU TUBE” on your browser and select the Jan Peerce-Warner Bass selection from the album “Jan Peerce Sings Hebrew Melodies.”

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ON THE LIGHTER SIDE Matzoh Balls

A Texan came to New York for the first time, hav-ing never tasted Jewish food. On the recommen-dation of a friend, he went to the Lower East Side to eat at a real Jewish restaurant.

He looked at a menu, but everything on it was strange and new and he simply didn’t know what to order. When the waitress came, he pointed to a bowl of soup on another table and asked what it was. The waitress replied, “That’s matzoh ball soup.” “OK,” said the Texan, “I’ll have that.”

He got his soup. On seeing the 2 large matzoh balls in the soup, the Texan man was hesitant to taste this strange looking brew. Gently, the wait-ress pressed the Texan, “Just have a taste. If you don’t like it, I’ll take it back and not charge you for it.”

He agrees. He digs his spoon in, picking up a small piece of matzoh ball with some soup in the spoon, and tasting it gingerly. The usu-al “mmmm” sound can be heard coming from somewhere deep in his chest and he quickly fin-ished the soup.

“Ma’am, that was truly deli-cious. I never had anything like this before. Tell me, can you eat any other parts of this animal?”

GOOD AND WELFARE JoAnn Cadeaux is qvelling! Her grandson, Ethan, a journalism major at the University of Maryland, just landed an internship with the Redskins. As longtime fans of the team (not to mention of Ethan’s!), the family is thrilled.

Congratulations to Joy and Bob Stromberg on their 69th Wedding Anniversary!

Rose Closter is celebrating her 100th Birthday! We all wish this special lady a very happy and healthy Birthday!

Happy 75th Birthday to past JRLW president, Larry Sperling.

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Eleanor Rothenberg, a longtime JRLW member, is now a resident of the Ring House. She would enjoy hearing from her friends. Her phone number is 301-822-4718.

Wishing Ray Kurlander a speedy recovery.

JRLW/CoA MOVIE

“TO LIFE” (AUF DAS LEBEN)

German, with English Subtitles

WHEN: Wednesday, October 26, 1:30 pm.

WHERE: Clubhouse II Auditorium ♦ Discussion to follow.

PRICE: $7.00/person

Evicted from her apartment, Ruth, the sarcastic but warm-hearted aging Jewish cabaret singer saw no other way out than suicide. Jonas, a young man on the run, arrives in Berlin just in time to save her life. Meanwhile Jonas, driven by a secret, is also fleeing from his love and his future. As Ruth recovers, she and Jonas form a strong bond. It is her friendship with Jonas and the passionate Yiddish songs of her youth that help her find the way back to life. In turn, when Ruth learns Jonas is ill, she helps him find the strength to tackle his fears.

Please note: This film has a few disturbing images of the Holocaust and attempted suicide.

THE DEADLINE FOR THE NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER IS OCTOBER 10. ARTICLES SUBMITTED AFTER THAT DATE WILL APPEAR IN THE DECEMBER NEWSLETTER.

If you are planning to go on the JRLW Atlantic City trip and haven’t made your reservation, please call Sue Sandler at 240-242-3742

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Yoga/Zumba – Tuesdays at 2:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis – Thursdays at 2:00 pm Stretch and Tone – Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 3:00 pm

Pet Visits – 2nd Thursday at 11:00 am Centenarian Club – 4th Tuesday at 11:15 am Baking Club – Wednesdays at 10:30 am

Catholic Communion – Tuesdays at 10:30 am Shabbat Shalom – Fridays at 3:45 pm Bible Study – 3rd Wednesday at 2:00 pm

Pokeno – Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:45 pm Audio Book Club – Saturdays at 3:00 pm Brain Builders – Tuesdays at 4:00 pm

Thirsty Thursday Cocktail Hour – Thursdays at 3:30 pm Bingo – Mondays at 2:00 pm and Saturdays at 1:30 pm Weekly Outing – Wednesdays; destination and time varies

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14400 Homecrest RoadSilver Spring, MD 20906301-598-6424 www.AspenwoodSeniorLiving.com©2015 Five Star Quality Care, Inc.

Bedford Court provides the continuum of care: Independent Living, Independent Living with Services, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Rehab. We strive to champion quality of life for all seniors by providing an array of services that include nutritional meals, housekeeping, security, transportation, ample activities, a maintenance free lifestyle, and much more! Come see for yourself why Bedford Court’s residents are so proud to call us home. And remember, you do not have to be a resident of Bedford Court to benefit from our Rehab services.

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Our Physicians:Dr. Bernard Rogus: General and Geriatric Urology

Dr. Richard Kurnot: General UrologyDr. Anup Vora: General Urology and Urologic Oncology

Dr. Cheryl Shih: General Urology

Visit our beautiful new office and surgical center:3801 International Drive, Suite 310

Silver Spring, MD 20906

301-598-9717 Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

We Treat All Urologic Conditions Including: Bladder Control Conditions Enlarged Prostate (BPH) • Erectile Dysfunction • Hematuria

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K-9Care! Rachel Kravitz (daughter of Cantor Michael Kravitz) will walk your dog. Recent college grad. Cell is 301-456-6235 e-mail crk725@aol.com

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www.sagelbloomfield.com301.340.1400

We offer Special Funeral Package Plans for Jewish

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Contact Us For a Tour: 301-598-4000 ext. 50 or office@homecresthouse.com

14508 Homecrest Road, Silver Spring, MarylandNext to Leisure World, RT. 200 and Layhill RD

We Offer Two Options: 1. Residential Living:

Meal Plan, Full Activities and Transportation Calendar. 2. Personal Care Services:

Bathing Assistance, Daily Meals, Weekly Laundry & Housekeeping, On site 24 Hour Staff, Medication Administration.

Qualified residents will receive rent and/or service subsidies

Kosher Meals & Friday Night Services

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Jewish Residents of Leisure World Silver Spring, Maryland

March 2011, Adar 1 - Adar 2, 5771 Newsletter Editor: Bernice F. Cohen 301-598-0192 Website: http://www.jrlw.org

 

The Rabbi and his wife were assigned to their first Congregation to reopen a shul in Brooklyn. They arrived in February, excited about their opportunities. When they saw the Shul it was very run down and needed much work. They set a goal to have everything done in time for the Purim Service. They worked hard , repairing, plastering, painting, etc. They were ahead of schedule when a severe snowstorm hit the area. After the storm the Rabbi went to the Shul and his heart sank when he saw all the damage the storm had done to the building. A large area of plaster had fallen off the front wall of the sanctuary just behind the pulpit. The Rabbi cleaned up the mess on the floor and headed home. On the way home he passed a flea market and stopped in. One of the items was a beautiful handmade crocheted tablecloth with a Mogen David embroidered in the center of the tablecloth. It was just the right size to cover the hole in the wall where the plaster had fallen off. He purchased the tablecloth. (Article continued on page 8)

Upcoming JRLW March

Events 2rd Wed. Na’Amat Reg Mtg 4th Fri. Conservative Svcs Interfaith 7th Mon. Newsletter Deadline 12th Sat Conservative Svcs CH 2 14th Mon JRLW Board Meeting 15th Tue Great Songs of the 20th Cent. 15th Tue. Na’Amat Bd Mtg 16th Wed Hadassah Meeting 20th Sun JRLW Breakfast Forum 23rd Wed B’nai B’rith Bd Mtg 24th Thu JRLW Singles 27th Sun Hadassah New Member Tea 29th Tue Lessons learned from the Holocaust

Religious Services

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JRLW together with Shaare Tefila Congregation, are conducting services every Sunday morning at 8:45 AM and minyans Sun thru Thu 7:30 PM in the Clubhouse II Café’.

Friday February 4th evening Conservative Shabbat Services 8 PM at Interfaith Chapel. Services will be led by Rabbi Gary Fink. Ed Laskin will lead the Choir. Services will be sponsored by B’nai B’rith.

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JRLW

President’s Message

 

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