Please note the following class cancellations due to the Thanksgiving break: Wed. night of You (JLI class) - cancelled Nov. 21 Thursday night class - cancelled Nov. 22 Sunday JLI teens class - cancelled until Jan. 27 All Saturday services, kiddush and Sunday minyan will be held as scheduled.

How Jewish is Thanksgiving?

A message of gratitude from Areyah Kaltmann

Our tradition teaches that gratitude is the cornerstone of all blessings. From the early pilgrims to the millions of our brothers and sisters who have been spared from an onslaught of missiles targeted at them - we are so thankful.

I have been blessed with gifts too numerous to count; my wife, Esther, our eight beautiful children, beloved friends, and all that Hashem has brought to my life. This year as I reflect on Thankgiving, I am especially thankful for:

Our energetic, adorable preschoolers at our Gan Menacham Preschool that bless us with their smiles, laughter and joy of life each day.

The 2000 children that attend LifeTown each year. We are grateful to be a part of their lives and see their growth with each visit

The 350 LifeTown volunteers who give their time and talent to our beloved students. Our selfless volunteers are the heart of LifeTown. From Geno in the Huntington Bank, Lynne and Cody in the Marketplace, Sally in the Art Studio and so many others - they are what makes LifeTown the nurturing program that it is and we are so grateful.

For our active shul members who choose to worship, study, volunteer and celebrate together as part of our family. You are the building blocks of future generations of our vibrant community.

For the many big hearted donors who help build and support the programs we care so much about - our shul, LifeTown, Friendship Circle, Camp Gan Israel and Gan Menacham Preschool. It is because of your generosity that we are able to do what we do today. We are eternally grateful.

Our Friendship Circle teen and OSU volunteers who reach out and connect with special friends and make a difference in their lives. Whether they are doing yoga, art, basketball or cooking together - these teens make lifelong friends and bring smiles to their buddies' faces.

Our Friendship Circle families who embrace our program and see first-hand what a difference friendships make to us all.

To Hashem who has given me so much goodness in the faces and hearts of all of you. I am grateful for each and every one of you and know that I am a better friend, better person and better rabbi because of what I have learned from each of you.

Happy Thanksgiving and may you have a meaningful day with those you love.

With much love and deep appreciation,

Areyah

Grand Menorah Lightings

SATURDAY Evening December 8, 2012, 8:00 pm Easton Town Center (Easton Square Place, at the Town Square in front of Brio Tuscan Grille)

TUESDAY Evening December 11, 2012 7:00 pm Bexley's Drexel Circle (NE corner of E. Broad and Drexel Ave.)

Sufganiot/Doughnuts! * Music & Dancing! * Clown! Hot Apple Cider! * Dreidels! * Raffle & Prizes!

You are cordially invited and encouraged to attend our annual "YUD TES " DINNER Experience an evening of Spiritual Inspiration, Chassidic Warmth & Camaraderie.

~ Inspirational Stories ~

~ Chassidic melodies ~

~ Video presentation ~

~ Guest Speaker ~

Tuesday evening, December 4 7:00 pm at The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center 6220 East Dublin-Granville Rd. New Albany, OH 43054

Cover Charge is $20 per person.

Please RSVP by email [email protected] or call (614) 578-9318

"Yud Tes Kislev" - the 19th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev - is considered the birthdate of the Chassidic movement.

The Women's Chessed Committee is a vibrant group of women that provides support to community members during times of need. This year's initiative will be to help members in our community who are recovering from illness. Their next event is the Challah sale (see below). Please contact Esther if you would like to join.

Esther led the first class of a new women's Kabbalah series to be held monthly on Tuesdays. The class had a great time discussing the first topic - the spiritual meaning of sleep and how it truly gives us new energy to make lasting change and new beginnings in our life - while enjoying a lovely lunch with friends. See below for future dates and topics. (Rosh Chodesh "It's About Time")

The Women's Chessed committee will have a challah bake sale on Friday, November 30. Please reserve your challahs by Wednesday, Nov. 27th for Friday pick up. You may pick your challah up at the Chabad between 1-3.

Each loaf is $6 - choice of regular or whole wheat. Send orders to Amy Lewis: [email protected].

The Women's Chessed Committee provides support to community members during times of need. Proceeds of this challah bake sale will help support an initiative to help members in our community who are recovering from illness.

The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center 6220 East Dublin-Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054 Email [email protected] 614-563-2261

Kiddush Corner We need YOU for our New Chabad KIDDUSH TEAM! Individuals, husband-wife/couples needed! Sign up to shop, have fun, prep, bake! Esther Kaltmann will train you & provide menu/recipes! Be part of our warm community! We are using SignUp Genius to help keep everyone organized - click the link below for sign up!

A big thanks to last week's helpers - Donna Nier (shopper); Anna Rimkunas (Kiddush Captain); and Tammy Lux and Duana Boiman (Kiddush Helpers)

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F094EA9AF2DA02-chabad/5867020

Candle Lighting Times Schedule of Services The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center offers a full schedule of Shabbat and holiday services. Come and be inspired for the rest of the week! For more information, please call us at 614-939-0765.

9 Kislev, 5773 Saturday, November 24, 2012 Shabbat Parsha Va'yeitzi Friday, November 23 Light Candles at 4:51 pm Morning Services: 9:30 a.m Shabbat Ends Saturday, Nov. 24 at 5:52 pm

Shabbat CKids - ages 5-12: 10:45 a.m. Friday, Nov. 30 Light Candles at 4:49 pm

Shabbat Ends Saturday, Dec. 1 at 5:51 pm

Shabbat Friday, Dec. 7 Light Candles at 4:48 pm

Shabbat Ends Saturday, Dec. 8 at 5:50 pm;

Shabbat Women's 10:00 a.m Friday, Dec. 14 Light Candles at 4:48 pm

Shabbat Ends Saturday, Dec. 15 at 5:52 pm

Tot Shabbot for 4 and under: 11:00 a.m.

KIDDUSH 12:00 pm Kiddush this week is sponsored by the Mitch and Geno Shifrin families in honor of their mother, our beloved Bubbie.

10 Kislev, 5773 Sunday, November 25, 2012

Shachrit: 9:45 a.m.

Volunteers needed - LifeTown has started! If you can give as little as two hours a week, you can make a lasting difference in the life of a child with disabilities. Volunteers play the roles of merchants in our venues, helping children learn life skills.

If would like to volunteer, call or email Cheryl Sher at 774-3403 to schedule.

For more info about the LifeTown program, visit www.lifetowncolumbus.org.

It's About TIME A new course from the Rosh Chodesh Society Test-drive the wisdom of the ages in this balance of practical and insightful spiritual self-help, focused on making your life happier, more fulfilled, and more effective. In each session, learn to master one aspect of your personal life related to the kabbalistic energies of the month. Learn. Grow. Be inspired. Be empowered. Take action. Implement change.

Rosh Chodesh society is a women's society that meets once per month

Monthly on Tuesdays - Next meeting Dec. 4 12:00 pm Study session led by Esther Kaltmann Catered lunch Cost $15 (please pay at the door)

The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center, 6220 East Dublin-Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054 Email [email protected] 614-563-2261

TOPICS & DATES

December 4: Emotional Mastery; January 15: Food and Dieting; February 12: Pursuing Happiness March 12: Communication; April 9: Faith and Knowledge; May 7: Lasting Change

For detailed course descriptions: http://www.roshchodeshsociety.com/inside.php?content=current-course

It's not too late to try this special class! Not sure? Try your first class for free - call the office to sign up. Make up classes at the different locations are welcome.

NOTE: NO CLASS NOVEMBER 21

The KABBALAH of You Who are you? What do you truly care about? What do you really want? (Is it different from what you need?) A remarkable new course about YOU from the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute.

JUST HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOURSELF? Every worthwhile endeavor in life can be enhanced and exponentially deepened when you are in touch with your innermost self. The inspiration and wisdom of The Kabbalah of You will help you encounter your deepest core and forge your own path to fulfillment. Rich with humor, insight, compassion and absolute honesty, this course is a map to help you handle anything life throws your way. Sign up today for a remarkable experience!

OPTION 1 - Six Mondays, 7:15 - 9:00 p.m. OPTION 2 - Six Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Starting October 29 Starting October 31 Location: The Columbus Jewish Foundation Location: The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center 1175 College Ave. (southern entrance) 6220 East Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus, OH 43209 New Albany, OH 43054

Register at myjli.com Fee: $109 (textbook included) For more information call 614-939-0765

NOTE: NO CLASS NOVEMBER 25; Classes resume Jan. 27

The Jewish Learning Institute presents a new JLI Teens program: Life on the Line: You Make the Call! How much is your life worth? Debate real-life news stories such as rescuing strangers, euthanasia and attempted suicide. Discover a new way of navigating through life's moral challenges.

Open to all teens

WHEN: Sundays 4:30-5:30 PM Course fee: $60, textbooks and snacks included. Remaining dates: Jan 27, Feb. 17 & 24. WHERE: The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center INFO: [email protected] 614.563.2261 REGISTER TODAY AT: http://tinyurl.com/jliteens-lifeontheline

Women's Torah

Don't miss this week's women's Torah study Saturday, November 24 at 10:00 AM; coffee, cake and great discussion.

Be a part of the Chabad family! Sign up for new or renewed membership online at ChabadColumbus.com. You may also call our office at 614-939-0765 or email [email protected]

We've made it even easier this year - look for the signup station in the hallway, complete with iPad - so you can sign up with paper or paperless!

Chabad Hebrew School For more information: www.chabadhs.org Call 614-939-0765 or 614-578-9318 or email [email protected]

NO CLASS NOV. 22 (Thanksgiving) Kiddush Sponsorship Opportunities Available Weekly Torah study Please join us for "A Journey into Looking for a meaningful way to the Soul of Torah", a weekly recognize a special day? Consider Torah study. The class will continue on Thursdays at sponsoring a Kiddush. For more information, please contact 7:30 pm at The Lori Schottenstein Chadbad Center. the Chabad office at 614-939-0765 Open to all and free of charge.

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