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One-Day Trip to the Rebbe’s Ohel
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marks 70 years of the Rebbe’s leadership. To honor this special day,
Chabad of Sarasota is organizing a one-day trip to the Ohel (the resting
place of the Lubavitch Rebbe) located in Cambria Heights, New York,
on Tuesday, February 4. We will fly from TPA at 7:00 a.m. Rabbi Chaim
& Sara Steinmetz welcome community members to join this trip, which
which costs $117 roundtrip. The trip will include a tour of interesting
places in Crown Heights, time to shop at Judaica stores and to enjoy lunch
and dinner together before flying from JFK to TPA at 7:00 p.m. For more
information, contact Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz at 941.925.0770 or rabbi@
chabadofsarasota.com.
The Jewish Women’s Book Club
Join the most popular Jewish Women’s book club in town at “Caffeine for
the Soul.” Get your weekly social and spiritual boost over a roundtable
discussion led by Chaya Rivka Schmerling. Enjoy coffee and homemade
pastries. Walk-ins are welcome to this free event at 10:00 a.m. at Chabad
Education Center, 21560 Angela Lane, Venice. The Book Club also meets
at the same time on Tuesday, February 11. For more information, contact
Chaya Rivka Schmerling at 941.493.2770 or rivka@chabadofvenice.com.
NCJW’s “The Blankee Bee”
The National Council of Jewish Women has an ongoing project called
“The Blankee Bee.” The project has involved its members in making no-
sew fleece blankets which have been distributed to various agencies, such
as Manatee Community Action Agency, HIPPY (Home Instruction for
Parents of Preschool Youngsters), residents of Anchin Pavilion, patients at
the Florida Cancer Center, and children at Camp Mariposa as a joint ven-
ture with JFCS of the Suncoast. Join us from 10:00 a.m. to noon on JFCS
of the Suncoast’s Weinberg Campus (2688 Fruitville Road, Sarasota) to
make these blankets. For more information, please contact Dale Gruder at
lifesabeachbag@gmail.com or 941.554.8592.
“Judaism’s Gifts to the World”
Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
Chabad of Venice will offer “Judaism’s Gifts to the World,” a new six-
session course by the acclaimed Rohr Jewish Learning Institute, unearthing
the Jewish roots of some of the most cherished values of Western
civilization. We will face toward Jerusalem to discover how common
ideas of personal responsibility, the inherent sanctity of human life,
institutionalized universal education, human equality, the dignity of a day
of rest and devotion to family, and a sense of purpose have their origins in
ancient Judaism. Classes begin at 7:30 p.m. at Chabad Education Center,
21560 Angela Lane, Venice. The first class is free. To register or for more
information, visit www.chabadofvenice.com/jli or call 941.493.2770.
DALET presents acclaimed author and speaker
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Mr. Jorisch will share how Israeli innovations are helping to repair the
world, one astounding discovery at a time, exemplifying the spirit of tikkun
olam.
Mr. Jorisch is a Middle East expert and Senior Fellow at the American
Foreign Policy Council. His articles have appeared in the New York Times,
the Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, Forbes and Al-Arabiya.net. Thou
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Sponsored by Co-Chairs: Janis, Mary & Ella Collier (representing three generations)
JEWISH HAPPENINGS
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The Gan’s “Mind in the Making” Workshop
The Gan at Temple Sinai presents an opportunity to join a learning adven-
ture designed to help you and your children thrive. “Mind in the Making”
is a learning workshop geared for parents, grandparents, child care pro-
fessionals, early learning educators and caregivers, focusing on controlling
behavior and other specific areas of child development and learning. Join
us at 9:15 a.m. at Temple Sinai, 4631 South Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota
(enter only from Proctor Road between Beneva and Swift). To register,
contact Judy Polivy at teachtel21@frontier.com or 941.355.1184.
The Original Brown Bag with Rabbi Geoff Huntting
Temple Sinai has a longstanding tradition of Rabbi Geoff Huntting host-
ing a brown bag lunch and discussion of timely topics. Join with congre-
gants, friends and neighbors in spirited conversations surrounding worldly
events. Bring a bag lunch and an open mind to discuss important issues.
This free workshop is open to the community. Participants are encouraged
to introduce ideas for discussion, analysis and/or debate. Join us at 11:45
a.m. on Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19 and 26 at Temple Sinai, 4631
South Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota (enter only from Proctor Road be-
tween Beneva and Swift). For more information, contact the temple office
at 941.924.1802 or office@sinaisrq.org.
Temple Emanu-El “Lunch with the Rabbis”
Are you looking for a great lunch date? Join Rabbi Brenner Glickman,
Rabbi Michael Shefrin and friendly, interesting companions for lunch,
socializing, and a discussion of current events and subjects of Jewish
interest. All are invited to this popular, stimulating and enjoyable program
at noon at Temple Emanu-El, 151 McIntosh Road, Sarasota. Attendees
are asked to bring a brown-bag lunch and are also welcome to bring a
newspaper article for discussion. Homemade dessert and terrific company
are provided! For more information, call the temple office at 941.371.2788.
“Judaism’s Gifts to the World”
Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) presents a new six-session course
on how major Jewish ideas have become universal values. An analysis of
Jewish contributions past and present allows us to define ways in which
Judaism can continue serving as a beacon of light and wisdom for all hu-
manity. Classes meet at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19 and
26 at The Chabad House, 5712 Lorraine Road, Bradenton. The cost of $75
includes the textbooks. JLI courses are sponsored in part by The Jewish
Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. For more information, contact Rabbi
Mendy Bukiet at 941.752.3030 or rabbi@chabadofbradenton.com.
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Michael’s On East
WOMEN’S PASSOVER CELEBRATION
WOMEN’S PASSOVER CELEBRATION
Celebrating 100 years of Women’s Suffrage
ONLINE REGISTRATION BEGINS FEBRUARY 24
QUESTIONS? Contact Lisa Feinman,
lfeinman@jfedsrq.org or 941.706.0034