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will promote efforts to maintain and
strengthen this alliance.
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sitions on issues that are not directly SUND A Y , MA Y 3 TUESDAY, MAY 5
related to Israel or to Jews, but are con-
sistent with traditional Jewish values “Speak Out Stand Up Against Anti-Semitism” Club Fed – Journey with Dr. Steven Derfler
and morality, such as the environment,
income inequality, healthcare, repro- As the world health crisis accelerates, Jews and Israel have become famil- to World Heritage Sites in Israel
ductive choice and immigration. iar targets for anti-Semitic attacks. Throughout history, such as during the Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
For more information about the Black Death bubonic plague in the Middle Ages caused by fleas, rats and There are over 15 World Heritage Site categories in Israel that range from
SCJDC, please email Jerry Fleischer at unsanitary conditions in non-Jewish communities, Jews have been blamed the prehistoric to mid-20 century. Come and join the journey at 10:30
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jafleischer730@gmail.com. for health catastrophes and other crises. Join us to discuss and implement a.m. on Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19 and 26. To register for this series, please
strategies to combat “the longest hatred” and its contemporary manifesta- visit jfedsrq.org/events. After you register, you will receive the Zoom
Temple Emanu-El announces VIRTUAL Mitzvah Day 2020 tions and to maximize your productivity regarding urgent Jewish matters. link in your email inbox. For more information, please contact Jeremy
The class begins at noon at the Al Katz Center, 5710 Cortez Road West,
Lisitza, Director of Innovation and Volunteer Engagement, at jlisitza@
For more information about Tem- Bradenton. Cost: $10. Distance learning arrangements available. To RSVP jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2113. This series is free, but we would appreciate
or for more information, call Dr. Beverly Newman at 941.313.9239.
ple Emanu-El’s VIRTUAL Mitzvah your consideration of a donation to the Jewish Federation’s STRONGER
Day, please contact Rabbi Elaine Rose TOGETHER: Coronavirus Relief Fund to help people who are impacted
Glickman at 941.379.1997. by this crisis. To make a contribution, please visit jfedsrq.org/relief.

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Cup of Joe and the Five Books of Mo
“The Short Stories of Sholem Aleichem” Join Temple Beth Sholom’s Rabbi Michael Werbow every Tuesday at 9:30
Folklorist and acclaimed teacher Dr. Eleanor Wachs presents an adult ed- a.m. as the java and Torah discussion flow, and find personal meaning
through an exploration of rabbinic texts relating to the weekly parasha.
ucation series focused on the works of Sholem Aleichem. Perhaps best No cost. The group will meet virtually on Zoom or possibly in person,
known for his short stories of Tevye the Dairyman, which became the basis depending on the health situation. Please check www.templebethsholomfl.
of Fiddler on the Roof, this celebrated author and playwright produced org/events or the Temple Beth Sholom Facebook page for further details.
over 40 volumes of Yiddish work! Come read, learn, discuss, explore and For more information, contact Rabbi Michael Werbow at 941.955.8121 or
enjoy the stories of this treasure of Jewish literature and culture. Classes info@templebethsholomfl.org.
takes place at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays, May 4 and 11 at Temple Emanu-
El, 151 McIntosh Road, Sarasota. Free for Temple Emanu-El members;
donation requested for guests. In the interest of safety and public health,
this event may be held in an interactive online format. Please email info@
sarasotatemple.org or call 941.371.2788 for updates. Now access private sessions
“Jews and Socialism” from home via
Just a few months ago, Jeremy Corbyn ran for British Prime Minister
Temple Sinai goes virtual to comfort the community under the socialist Labour Party. In the words of its own members, under
Corbyn, the Labour Party had become “institutionally anti-Semitic.” The
Party’s response was characterized by denial of anti-Semitism, discrediting
of victims, defense of perpetrators, cover-ups and active victimization of
‹ Havdalah and Happy Hour - those calling out anti-Semitism. Of Britain’s 280,000 Jewish community,
Shabbat After Party (Zoom) nearly half said it would “seriously consider” exiting the country if Corbyn
at 7:00 p.m. were elected. Join us for this discussion at noon at the Al Katz Center, 5710
As each day brings us a new jour- Cortez Road West, Bradenton. Cost: $10. Distance learning arrangements
ney of connecting spiritually and so- available. To RSVP or for more information, call Dr. Beverly Newman at
cially, please check Temple Sinai’s 941.313.9239.
website and Facebook page for the
most up-to-date information. We look
forward to seeing everyone again in
person soon! STAY CONNECTED STAY CONNECTED
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