www.tbanj.org Bulletin June 2015/5775

 A welcoming community of Jewish life, worship & learning 

Summer Services Begin…

Kabbalat Shabbat Friday, June 26, 6:30 PM outdoors on the Patio,

weather permitting

Shabbat Morning Services Saturday, June 27, 9:30 AM

TBA  TEEN TIKKUN OLAM  

CAR WASH 

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 7 10:00 AM – 12 NOON  

TEMPLE B’NAI ABRAHAM  PARKING LOT 

Save the date…

Wednesday, July 22 7:00 PM

13th Annual TBA BBQ13th Annual TBA BBQ

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As of May 18, 2015

MAZEL TOV

Donna & David Shahrabani, son Carson becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Elise & Maurice Ruberman, grandson Carson Shahrabani becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Erica & Jeffrey Spector, son Dylan becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Merle & Marty Kalishman, grandson Samuel Kalishman becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Risa & Steven Lieberman, son Eric becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Brenda & Todd Appelbaum, daughter Rachel becoming a Bat Mitzvah

Betty & Charles Rubin, granddaughter Alexis Tilbor becoming a Bat Mitzvah

Michele & Greg Cohen, daughter Sophia becoming a Bat Mitzvah

Michelle & Warren Greenberg, son Joshua becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Gabi & Craig Saperstein, daughter Chloe becoming a Bat Mitzvah

Marci Goldstein, son Jacob becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Dawn & Scott Seewald, son Gregory becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Natalie & Robert Schwartz, birth of daughter Calliope Roux Schwartz

Stacey & Mark Rosenthal, daughter Alexis Nartozky named the National Young Adult Honoree for the 2015 Walk to Cure Arthritis

Bob Inselberg, birth of grandson Mason Van Etten

Terry & Dennis Bovin, marriage of daughter Dr. Michelle Bovin to Dr. Christopher Miller

Karen & Mark Rosenbaum, daughters Alison’s graduation from the University of Miami and

Hillary’s graduation from the University of Michigan

Laurie & Marc Bergman, daughters Alison’s graduation from the University of Miami and

Hillary’s graduation from the University of Michigan

Lory & Richard Bernstein, son Chandler’s graduation from Indiana University

Robin & Richard Bernstein, daughter Sarah’s graduation from Quinnipiac University

Barbara & Scott Birnbaum, son Steve’s graduation from Boston University

Carol & Jay Brichke, daughter Jamie’s graduation from Penn State University

Rabbi Faith Joy & David Dantowitz, son Ezra’s graduation from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Diane & Sal DiFalco, daughter Danielle’s graduation from Towson University and son Michael’s

graduation from Towson University Joyce & Bruce Freeman, daughter Erica’s graduation from Binghamton University

Phillip Friedman, son Allan’s graduation from Miami University of Ohio

Bernice & Ken Garbade, daughter Rachel’s graduation from Vassar College

LIFE CYCLE EVENTS

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LIFE CYCLE EVENTS

Sloane & Marc Gillman, son Brandon’ graduation from Washington University

Andrea & Scott Gillman, son Jake’s graduation from Cornell University

Wendy Goldberg, son Max’s graduation from Boston University

Jeri & Michael Karpen, son Jacob’s graduation from Muhlenberg College

Heidi Katz, daughter Steffanie’s graduation from Bucknell University

Robyn & Mark Licht, son David Kenny’s graduation from the University of Miami

Karen & Jeff Kirson, daughter SamiDee’s graduation from the University of Wisconsin

Robin & Rabbi Cliff Kulwin, son Noah’s graduation from the University of California, Berkeley

Ian Lagowitz, son Alex’s graduation from Colgate University

Denise Kitay & Kevin Lastorino, son Ian’s graduation from Quinnipiac University

JoAnn & Steven Lee, daughter Rachel’s graduation from the University of Delaware

Helaine & Scott Lesser, son Andrew’s graduation from Arizona State University

Caryn & Frank Levine, son Jake’s graduation from Purchase College, SUNY

Stacey Lieberman, son Alex’s graduation from the University of Michigan

Caryn Feldman & Bruce Lieberman, daughter Brooke’s graduation from Johnson & Wales University Jane & Alan Mark, son Tyler’s graduation from Colgate University

Kara Maser, son Jeffrey’s graduation from Brandeis University

Steven Maser, son Jeffrey’s graduation from Brandeis University

Andrea & Donald Menz, son Kevin’s graduation from Penn State University

Dana & Jeffrey Miller, daughter Sage’s graduation from the University of Colorado

Debbie & Jason Myers, daughter Hillary’s graduation from the University of Delaware

Gail & David Numark, son Matthew’s graduation from the University of Michigan

Becky & Drew Picon, daughter Jaime’s graduation from Michigan State University

Amy & Alan Shapiro, daughter Danielle’s graduation from Vanderbilt University

Robin Comiteau-Tully, daughter Alexandra’s graduation from Indiana University

CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF

Howard Ehrenkranz sister, Ruth Ehrenkranz-Strauss

Ira Jacobson father, Stanley Jacobson

Micheline Abelson mother, Yvonne Pessah

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PRIME TIME TRIP TO THE 9/11 MEMORIAL MUSEUM

Photos courtesy Ethel & Bob Singer

Summer Services 2015

The weekend of June 26-27 marks the beginning of the summer Shabbat service schedule. Through the end of August, all Friday evening services begin at 6:30 PM and all Saturday morning services begin at 9:30 AM, following an 8:30 AM session of Parashat HaShavuah.

All services are led by members of the clergy. To ensure that our worship continues with vigor and spirit throughout this slower paced time of year, as well as to be certain those who come to say kaddish are able to do so in a warm, friendly setting, we ask each Temple member to make an effort to attend Saturday morning services at least once during the summer. A critical mass of worshippers makes a wonderful difference for all who are present. With thanks for your collaboration, and best wishes for a restful and relaxing summer.

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Save the Date…Wednesday, July 22, 7:00 PM 

13th Annual Temple B’nai Abraham BBQ 

Rain or shine 

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These classes are free & open to the community. Register online or call 973.994.2290.

History Through Text with Rabbi Kulwin Third Series: False Messiahs Tuesdays, June 2, 7:00 PM. last in the series False messiahs dot our history, in Crete in 431 and Bagdad in 870, Rome in 1524 and the apoc-alyptic year of 1666, when the infamous Turk Shabbatai Tzvi threw Europe into turmoil. Some a century ago considered Herzl a false messiah and some today see the continued Lubavitch devotion to the late Rabbi Schneersohn as messianic fervor. In these sessions we will discuss just what Judaism considers a messiah, why the followers thought these individuals fit the bill, and read primary documents from the time of a number of the false messiahs. In addition to learning their stories – riveting and bizarre and sometimes even racy – we will see if there is a discernible historical pattern which could predict when one might arise.

Book Group with Rabbi Kulwin Spring/Summer 2015 Israel: The nation of the People of the Book has produced some of the most respected works of international fiction. These two different books – the first a political novel the second an explo-ration of Orthodox courtship in contemporary Israel – are by authors who have earned and are earning impressive reputations.

Thursday, June 4, 2015, 7:30 PM To the End of the Land by David Grossman To the End of the Land, published in 2008, is dedicated to Grossman's son Uri, killed in the

2006 conflict between Israel and Lebanon. The plot tells the tale of Ora, a mother looking forward to welcoming her son home from a long deployment. When he is redeployed before making it home, Ora suddenly leaves on a long hike – to the end of the land - her clear aim not to be home if someone official comes calling. Grossman illuminates the unique dynamics of the Israel family, dynamics that are often trying beyond belief.

Thursday, July 9, 2015, 7:30 PM In the Courtyard of the Kabbalist by Ruchama King Feuerman

Critics loved New Jersey resident Fuereman's first book, Seven Blessings, and they love this one, a National Jewish Book Award finalist, as well. (Both Hadas-sah and the Wall Street Journal loved it!) Newly orthodox Isaac Markowitz moves to Israel, and works as assistant to an elderly rabbi. He meets Tamar, also a new-ly Orthodox American, and the two of them befriend Mustafa, a janitor on the Temple Mount. Mustafa finds an ancient pottery shard, and the plot unrolls from there, taking us on an examination of observant love, Jewish/Muslim relations in Israel, the horrors of bureaucracy, and yet another way of understand the Jewish

state and those who live there.

CONGREGATIONAL LEARNING

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TBA ANNUAL GIVING — PARTNERS IN LEADERSHIP 2015-2016

We are excited to report that last year’s Annual Giving—Partners in Leadership program was a huge success. Temple B'nai Abraham is strong, both financially and socially, and we have you, the members, to thank for reaching our goal. However, in order to keep the Temple's future secure we are asking for your support again. Our congregation, founded in 1853, maintains meaningful religious services, exceptional clergy and staff, and high standards of programming and

education for all. Every year TBA looks to enhance its programs and build its membership, but dues alone is not enough. Annual Giving allows TBA to balance its budget and to stay financial-ly sound. We have only been able to accomplish this because of YOUR generosity! Your support of Temple B'nai Abraham is of great value and it is our goal to make it rewarding as well. Listed below are the various levels of giving: TBA Annual Giving — Partners in Leadership President’s Circle $5,000 and above Torah Circle $2,500-$4,999 1853 Society $1,853-$2,499 Rabbi’s Circle $1,000-$1,852 Mitzvah Circle $500-$999 Circle of Friends $100-$499

Tzedakah is part of the Jewish way of life. We thank you in advance for your participation in TBA's Annual Giving program. Let's ALL support Temple B'nai Abraham together and be Part-ners in Leadership!

Isabella S. Fiske and Merle H. Kalishman, Co-Chairs: TBA Annual Giving—Partners in Leadership Committee Marvin Wertheimer, Chair, Development Committee

Thank you for being Partners in Leadership!

As of May 18, 2015

President’s Circle Joni & Alan Cohen 1853 Society Merle & Marty Kalishman Nancy & Ken Bernstein Rabbi’s Circle Julie & Gregg Klein Eileen & Marc Mellman Barbara & Michael Rosenbaum Linda & John Schupper

Mitzvah Circle Arlene & Richard Bookbinder Ruth Dolinko Jayne & Jim Jacoby Robin & Jeff Kollin Jacqueline & Ira Kopito Staci & Glen Weiss

Circle of Friends Marion Berson Rheda & Raymond Folkman Bonnie & Keith Gurland Madeline & Harold Hoffman Helen Kessler Arlene & Dan Kollin

Jay & Jessica Kooper Esther Laufman Wendy & Michael Lenchner Norma & Jerry Marsh Vita Orenstein Cynthia Pfeffer Sherrie & Roger Schneider Tricia & Chuck Seid Naomi Zeitel

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All listings as of May 18, 2015 ONE FAMILY FUND In memory of Ruth Ehrenkranz-Strauss, sister of Howard Ehrenkranz Hyla & Eric Weiss Helen Farber Rachel & Jon Meisel Susan & Alan Gallinson Jane & Sid Chonowski In honor of Samuel Kalishman, grandson of Merle & Marty Kalishman, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Julie & Max Silbermann Susan & Alan Hammer Ethel & Bob Singer In honor of Dylan Spector becoming a Bar Mitzvah Fran Rodin-Kotin In honor of the engagement of Evan Cohen to Abby Berman In memory of Ruth Ehrenkranz-Strauss, sister of Howard Ehrenkranz Suzanne & Saul Berkowitz In honor of Morrey Ruberman’s speedy recovery Elaine Pincus In honor of the birth of Amalya Rae Bernstein, granddaughter of Caren & Herb Ford Alyce Miller In honor of the engagement of Jessica Reisberg to Max Oshman Marian & David Rocker In honor of Josh Greenberg becom-ing a Bar Mitzvah Abby & Barry Silverman

Michele, Scott, Dan & Spencer Horowitz In memory of Howard Emden Marion & Ira Deutsch In honor of Carson Shahrabani be-coming a Bar Mitzvah Charles Cooperstein In honor of Caren Ford’s retirement from JVS In honor of Michelle Bovin’s marriage to Christopher Miller Karen Klein

In honor of Ezra Dantowitz’s graduation from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst Barbara Z. Silber In memory of Neil Stern Vicki & Irwin Halper In honor of Bennett Ross, grandson of Linda Ross, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Barbara Feldman In honor of Jacob Karpen’s gradu-ation from Muhlenberg College Barbara & Dan Kaplan In memory of Sy Farber, husband of Helen Farber In memory of Yvonne Pessah, mother of Micheline Abelson Ron & Rina Meyers BARRY FRIEDMAN CREATIVE SERVICE FUND

DONOR *In honor of Samuel Kalishman, grandson of Merle & Marty Kalishman, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Marian & David Rocker Ginny & Jeff Roth

Rachel & Jon Meisel Jane & Steven Eisenstat Shari Weiner & Joanna

Hochman Betty & Barry Ende In honor of Dylan Spector, grandson of Arleen & Art Leshin, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Betty & Barry Ende GIFT *In honor of Samuel Kalishman, grandson of Merle & Marty Kalishman, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Dorothy Kleinert Honi & Bennett Wasserman *Rae & Harold Hurwitz Fund

CLERGY DISCRETIONARY FUND In honor of their granddaughter, Michaela’s naming Jane & Steven Eisenstat In honor of Stephen Greenberg’s nomination as Chairman of Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations

Debbi & Max Lebersfeld In honor of Merle & Marty Kalishman’s grandson Samuel becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Phyllis & Allan Weingarten In honor of the naming of their grandson, Jaxson Paul Gern Evelyn & Amos Gern FLORENCE L. BERKOWITZ MEMORIAL FUND In honor of the retirement of Saul Berkowitz Ruth Hutter CARING CONNECTIONS In honor of Rachel Appelbaum becoming a Bat Mitzvah Ellen & Scott Loventhal SHEILA GROSSMAN EARLY SCHOOL FUND In honor of Samuel Kalishman, grandson of Merle & Marty Kalishman, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Patti & Barry Roberts In honor of Alexis Tilbor, granddaughter of Betty & Charles Rubin, becoming a Bat Mitzvah In honor of the engagement of Jessica Reisberg to Max Oshman Tina Greenberg

GENEROUS GIFTS FROM THOUGHTFUL PEOPLE

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GENEROUS GIFTS FROM THOUGHTFUL PEOPLE

In honor of Rachel Appelbaum becoming a Bat Mitzvah Michelle, Scott, Tyler, Ethan & Jared Barishaw ELLEN & PETER KLEIN GARDEN FLOWER FUND In honor of Samuel Kalishman, grandson of Merle & Marty Kalishman, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Pat & Burt Sebold In honor of Carson Shahrabani be-coming a Bar Mitzvah In honor of Eric Lieberman becoming a Bar Mitzvah In honor of Caren Ford’s retirement from JVS In honor of Steven Birnbaum’s graduation from Boston University In honor of Noah Kulwin’s graduation from the University of California, Berkeley In honor of Ezra Dantowitz’s graduation from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst Ellen & Peter Klein ALBERT MEINHARDT FUND FOR LEARNING In honor of Eric Lieberman becoming a Bar Mitzvah Evi Meinhardt In honor of Ezra Dantowitz’s graduation from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst Tina Greenberg PRAYERBOOK FUND In honor of Samuel Kalishman, grandson of Merle & Marty Kalishman, becoming a Bar Mitzvah Alyce Sands Miller In honor of Noah Kulwin’s graduation from the University of California-Berkeley The Jeddis Family

DR. JOACHIM PRINZ MEMORIAL LECTURE FUND In honor of the marriage of Dr. Michelle Bovin to Dr. Christopher Miller Tina Greenberg

RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Michele Ostrander’s father Jeffrey, Harriet & Alexandra Robbins

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NCJW Essex 2015 Installation & Awards Evening

Cedar Hill Country Club 100 Walnut Street, Livingston

Tuesday, June 2, 2015, 7:00 PM Wine Bar, Dinner & Dessert

$55.00 per person

In addition to celebrating our outgoing officers and welcoming our new officers, we will be

honoring our award recipients.

RSVP NCJW Essex County Section Office 973.740.0588

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300 East Northfield Road, Livingston, New Jersey 07039 mailing address: PO Box 46, Livingston, NJ 07039 www.tbanj.org

Temple 973.994.2290 Fax: 973.994.1838 The Early School 973.994.7016 Fax: 973.994.7999 Jewish Learning 973.994.3950 Fax: 973.994.7999 Program (K-12)

June 2015 The Temple B’nai Abraham Bulletin is published monthly.

Online at www.tbanj.org

Julie A. Silbermann, President

Saul Berkowitz, Vice President Randi Jeddis, Vice President Jeffrey Klein, Vice President Scott Loventhal, Vice President Jeffrey Kollin, Treasurer Stacey Rosenberg, Secretary Carey Gertler, Asst. Treasurer Ken Starr, Asst. Secretary Edward Meinhardt, Immediate Past President Herb Ford, Counsel

Clifford M. Kulwin, Rabbi Faith Joy Dantowitz, Rabbi

Jessica Epstein , Cantor Lee Coppersmith, Cantor Emeritus Gail Milchman, Executive Director

Debbie Aronson Ziering, Director of Early Childhood Education Melissa G. Weiner, Director of Jewish Learning

Janet Resnick, Religious School Director Emeritus

Barbara Birnbaum & Ruth Ross, Marketing & Communications Co-Chairs Tina Greenberg, Communications Coordinator

JUNE 2015 SERVICES

Friday, June 5 6:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service with the “Shabbat Sha-Band” Saturday, June 6 9:00 AM Parashat HaShavuah: Beha’alotecha 10:00 AM Shabbat Morning Services Jacob Dennis son of Hallie & Joseph Dennis will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah. Daniel Feresten son of Debra & Christopher Feresten will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah. Friday, June 12 7:30 PM Shabbat Services Saturday, June 13 9:00 AM Parashat HaShavuah: Shelach 10:00 AM Shabbat Morning Services Lindsey Allen daughter of Suzy & Jonathan Allen will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. Jason Fiske son of Isabella & Joshua Fiske will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah.

Friday, June 19 6:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Toby Singer, composer and musician Saturday, June 20 9:00 AM Parashat HaShavuah: Korach 10:00 AM Shabbat Morning Services Mia Sutton daughter of Alyssa & Saul Sutton will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. Friday, June 26 6:30 PM Begin Summer Kabbalat Shabbat Services, outdoors on the patio, weather permitting Saturday, June 27 8:30 AM Begin Summer Schedule of Parashat HaShavuah: Chukat 9:30 AM Begin Summer Shabbat Morning Services