Observing Yud Shevat: Texts, Torah & Treasuring

January 19, 2018 – Shevat 3, 5778 Flamingo E Weekly 780 Erev Shabbat, Parshat Bo Candle Lighting: 4:53pm | Shabbat ends: 5:59 pm

The Family Shul Wishes You an Elevating Shabbat Shalom!

Your Chabad Flamingo Week-at-a-Glance: Prayer Services, Classes & Events Erev Shabbat, Friday, January 19 Shabbat Kodesh– Saturday, January 20 Sunday, January 21 6:30 am Ma’amer Moment 8:30 am Chassidic Reader ~ Torah Ohr 8:00 am Early Minyan 6:40 am Early Minyan 9:15 am Melodious Main Shacharit Prayer Services 8:30 am Tanya Teachings 7:00 am Regular Minyan 9:30 am Parents ’n Kids Youth Minyan 9:15 am Regular Minyan 10:30 am Shabbat Youth Programs

11:00 am The Teen Scene! 5:03 pm Mincha, Sefer HaMitzvot 12:30 pm Congregational Kiddush 4:45 pm Mincha, Sefer HaMitzvot and “Timely Torah” then 5:15 pm Ma’ariv joyous Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma’ariv! 4:05 pm Mincha, then Communal Seudah Shlisheet 4:20 pm Moshe’s Mishna Moment for the boys Women’s Mikvah: 8-10 pm Our Diamond Daveners! 5:55 pm Ma’ariv, then screening of the Living Torah video Thursday, January 25 Youth Minyan: Natan Rotman Kids’ Program: Ami Diamond 6:30 am Parsha Perspectives Kiddush Honours: Sharon Adler Seudah Shlisheet: The Dishy Family 6:38 am Early Minyan Women’s Mikvah: by appt. only Women’s Mikvah: 8:00 - 10:00 pm 7:00 am Regular Minyan Monday, January 22 Tuesday, January 23 Wednesday, January 24 6:30 am Parsha Perspectives 6:30 am Parsha Perspectives 6:30 am Parsha Perspectives 4:45 pm Mincha, Sefer HaMitzvot 5:15 pm Ma’ariv, Basi L’Gani 6:40 am Early Minyan 6:40 am Early Minyan 6:40 am Early Minyan 7:00 am Regular Minyan 7:00 am Regular Minyan 7:00 am Regular Minyan 6:00 pm Sifrie Kodesh Book Fair 10:30 am Redemption Songs Class 4:45 pm Mincha and 4:45 pm Mincha and Sefer

Sefer HaMitzvot HaMitzvot For Men: 7 pm Yud Shevat Farbreng 4:45 pm Mincha and 5:15 pm Ma’ariv 5:15 pm Ma’ariv For Women: 7 pm R’ Robbins: Laws Sefer HaMitzvot 7:30 pm Laws of Tzedakah of Shabbat. 7:30 Women in Bible 5:15 pm Ma’ariv 8:00 pm Parsha Curiosities! 8:00 pm Ezra Krybus: Basi L’Gani 8:00 pm Hebrew Parsha Class! Women’s Mikvah: 8-10 pm Women’s Mikvah: 8-10 pm Women’s Mikvah: 8-10 pm Women’s Mikvah: 8-10 pm

Observing Yud Shevat: Texts, Torah & Treasuring Tom The 10th of Shevat is the Yahrtzeit-Hilula of the previous Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak, and the anniversary of our beloved Rebbe’s rise to leadership - may their merits shield us! This year on the Eve of Yud Shevat, we’ll be hosting three unique events to commemorate this very special date on our Chassidic calendar – please join us!

6:00 PM – “FaithBook Fair:” Honouring the Rebbe's Bayit Molai Sefarim campaign. (= filling one's home with holy books)

Everyone is invited to our special Jewish Book Fair. Great selection & discount prices! Browse, buy & beautify your home!

7:00 PM – Women’s Torah Study: Study Hilchot Shabbat and learn about the great female prophetess Devorah with

Rabbi Robbins. Also, Ezra Krybus supplements the regular Tanya class with the study of the famous Ma’amer Basi L’Gani.

7:00 PM – Men’s Farbrengen: Siyum Mishnayot by Dovid Adler, Basi L’Gani by Dr. Leo Steiner and Hitkashrut Renewal by

Rabbi Kaplan. Honouring the first Yahrzeit of our beloved member, Tom Adler (Yaakov ben Avraham HaLevi) OBM.

עש״ק ג׳ שבט | Erev Shabbat – Friday Morning, January 19  6:30 am – Class: “HaShem’s Army” Explains use of “military” terms in Exodus by understanding creation’s purpose. Facebook LIVE!  6:40 or 7:00 am – Prayers: “Spiritual Recharge” Fast or slow: join us to Daven; prepare for Shabbat before Yud Shvat with Tefilla.  5:03 pm – Prayers n’ Torah: “Moonstruck” Mincha, the Daily Mitzvah Digest Re: The Nazirite Prohibitions. Our TimelyTorah: focus on the customary Sanctification of the Moon! Warm and Melodious Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma’ariv services will follow at 5:30 pm.

שבת ד׳ שבט | Shabbat Morning – January 20  8:30 am – Class: “It’s a Wrap” An incredible mystical exposition of how Torah and Tefillin facilitate profound love for HaShem.  9:15 am – Shabbat Sanctuary Services: “Experiencing Exodus” Joyous and melodious Davening lifts our spirits, while insightful Torah teachings refine our perspective on seeking relevance in the ancient yet timeless redemptive epics of Yetziyat Mitzrayim!  9:30 am – Youth Minyan: “Highest Bidder” This Shabbat, arrive on time for your chance to win the auction for the big prize!  10:30 am – Kids’ Program: “Out of the Darkness” This Shabbat, we read of HaShem’s striking the Egyptians with the last 3 plagues. The plague of darkness teaches us to fill the world with light, by learning Torah & doing Mitzvot. Learn, Daven, Nosh & Play!  11:00 am – Teen Program: “Be Seen @ The Scene” The guys chill with Rabbi Avrumy, study Torah, and enjoy Kool Shul together.  12:30 pm – Kiddush: “Soul Elevation” Generously sponsored by Sharon Adler to commemorate the first Yahrtzeit of her beloved late husband, our much missed Shul member, Tom - Yaakov ben Avraham HaLevi - Adler OBM, as an aliyah for his Neshama. שבת ד׳ שבט |The Afternoon/Evening of Shabbat – January 20  4:05 pm – Shabbat Climax: “The Fix” Mincha, then Seudah Shlisheet; the Daily Digest Re: Nazirite Conclusion, Personal Valuations.  4:20 pm – Youth Program: “By Kids, For Kids” Moshe’s Mishna Moments ~ Kinderlach study & enjoy age-appropriate refreshments  5:55 pm – Conclusion: “Pray n’ View” Ma’ariv services followed by the weekly screening of Living Torah with the Rebbe.

ה׳ שבט |Sunday – January 21  8:00 or 9:15 am – Prayer: “Weekly Recharge” Daven quick & early, or more deliberately later on to prayerfully launch your week!  8:30 am – Class: “Free Will for All” Knowing that each moment holds an eternity helps us elect to live the right way! Facebook LIVE.  4:45 pm – Prayers & Learning: “Just Do-nate It” Mincha, Daily Digest: Donating Animals, Homes & Fields. Ma’ariv services 5:15 pm. ו׳ שבט |Monday – January 22  6:30 am – Class: “Hate Nation” Pursuing their slaves, Egypt advanced as one: discover their shocking unifying force! Facebook LIVE.  6:40 or 7:00 am – Prayer Time Options: Early and swifter in the Shtieble; moderately-paced services following class in Beit Midrash.  10:30 am – Class: “The Drinks Are On Me” Queen Esther’s intimate dinner party climaxes with a suspenseful request. Facebook LIVE  4:45 pm – Prayers & Learning: “Off-Limits” Mincha, Daily Digest Re: Creating and Selling Sanctified Objects. Ma’ariv at 5:15 pm.  8:00 pm – Class in Ivrit: “Prayerfully Sincere or Not?” Rashi, Ramban, and the Rebbe’s Reflections on the “Reed Sea Crisis of Faith.” ז׳ שבט |Tuesday – January 23  6:30 am – Class: “Sea Change” A remarkable new look at the splitting of the Reed Sea projected in broader contexts. Facebook LIVE.  6:40 or 7:00 am – Prayer: “Shacharit Options” Earlier & swifter in Unzere Shtieble; more relaxed-pace after class in Beit Midrash.  4:45 pm – Prayers & Learning: “Plant Management” Mincha, Daily Digest: Redeeming Cherem, Mixed Plantings. Ma’ariv 5:15 pm.  7:30 pm – Class on Charity: “It’s Tithing Time” Nathan Choran speaks on what we may and may not spend our Ma’aser money on!  8:00 pm – Parsha Curiosities Class: “Secrets of the Sea” The story of Kriyat Yam Suf as you’ve never heard it before! Be amazed to discover these arcane and fascinating details of how this historic event unfolded that’ll really blow your mind! Facebook LIVE. ח׳ שבט |Wednesday – January 24  6:30 am – Class: “Moving in All Directions” Why bi-directional Torah virtues aren’t redundant, but actually required! Facebook LIVE.  6:40 or 7:00 am – Shacharit Prayers: “Exercise Your Time Options” Swiftly in Shtieble; more relaxed-pace in Beit Midrash after class.  4:45 pm – Prayers & Learning: “Bread vs. Bordeaux” Mincha & Daily Digest: Planting Grain in a Vineyard. Ma’ariv follows 5:15 pm. ט׳ שבט|Thursday – January 25  6:30 am – Class: “Grace Makes Waste” How Manna collection n’ disposal tested our commitment to G-d Al-mighty! Facebook LIVE.  6:38 or 7:00 am – Prayer: “Your Time Choice!” Early & swifter in Unzere Shtieble; more relaxed-pace following class in Beit Midrash.  4:45 pm – Prayers & Learning: “Toxic Mix-up” Mincha & Daily Digest Re: Interbreeding or Harnessing Animals. Ma’ariv 5:15 pm.  6:00 pm – Book Fair: “Home Improvement” Browse and buy Holy Books to beautify your home. Great selection & discount prices! אור ל׳יוד שבט|Eve of Yud Shevat ~ Thursday Night: Women’s Torah Study – January 25  7:00 pm – Class: “Doing Shabbat Right” Rabbi Robbins clarifies and untangles the complexities of properly keeping Shabbat.  7:30 pm – Class: “Women of the Bible” Rabbi Robbins teaches all about Devorah, the great Biblical female judge and prophetess!  8:00 pm – Class: “Generational Mandate” Ezra Krybus reviews the Yud Shevat Mama’ar that heralded the 7th generation of Chabad. אור ל׳יוד שבט|Eve of Yud Shevat ~ Thursday Night: Men’s Farbrengen – January 25  7:00 pm – Siyum Mishnayot: Reb Dovid Adler honours the Neshama of his beloved father, Tom - Yaakov ben Avraham HaLevi.  7:30 pm – Basi L’Gani: Dr. Aryeh (Leo) Steiner presents a general overview; especially focusing on this year’s Ma’amer themes.  8:00pm – Hitkashrut Renewal: Rabbi Mendel Kaplan reflects on the Rise of a Rebbe, and what this anniversary means to us today. The Family Shul Members’ Bulletin  Mazal Tov to Jeff and Daphna Schondorf upon the upcoming marriage of their dear daughter, Tali.  Mazal Tov to Dr. Yosef and Lauren Barrett upon the engagement of their beloved son, Brandon.  Heartfelt Condolences are extended to our dear member, Alon Hollander, on the loss of his grandmother.

Upcoming Women’s Events ~ Save these Dates! Tuesday, January 30 – 6:30 pm ~ Mothers and Children Paint Together: Join us for this creative bonding event led by Brocha of Artivities. The $10 per person fee provides all painting materials and canvas. RSVP to [email protected] Monday February 5 – 8:00 pm ~ Mimosas and the Mystery of the Mikvah - Track I: The Feminine Mystique: (designed for newlyweds until mature perimenopause) hosted at the home of Lia Niski, featuring special guest speaker, Sara Rabiski.

Wednesday, February 14 – 8:00 pm ~ Mimosas and the Mystery of the Mikvah – Track II: Maturing Gracefully: (designed for perimenopause and menopause) hosted at the home of Sari Bachar, featuring special guest speaker, Chavi Goldberg.

Monday, February 19 – 11:30 am ~ Enjoy a healthy brunch. Be inspired. The Honorable Judge Rachel Freier; the first female

Chassid elected to office in the US, keynote speaker at our Annual Women’s Event celebrating Torah True Femininity.