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On Friday night, February 28, 2020, hundreds of synagogues across the country will take part in an his- toric event to celebrate what unifies all Jews – Shabbat.
B’nai Tzedek has everything you need to facilitate a beautiful Shabbat. Register to host or attend a Shab- bat dinner, learn to bake challah, find out how to make Shabbat, and get ready to celebrate! Whether you are a “Shabbat regular” or “novice”, please join us and the tens of thousands of North American Jews who will come together in spiritual unison with Jews around the world and with thousands of years of tradition.
For additional information and to register, see page 6 or visit at www.bnaitzedek.org.
January-February 2020 At B’nai Tzedek, we pride ourselves on supporting our fellow congregants. With everyone’s busy life, we recognize it is hard to attend minyan on a regular basis. However, congregants in mourning or with a yahrzeit need a minyan to recite Kaddish to honor the memories of their loved ones. ow to each our taff With the change in days/times of the religious school, your name may appear more frequently than in past H R S years. It’s important to know that the minyan provides a meaningful community for those who are saying Kaddish, but it is so much more. Congregation B'nai Tzedek · Taking a break from your daily routine is restorative. 10621 South Glen Road · A little introspection gives you a chance to sort things out. Potomac, MD 20854 · Our services give us a chance to say thank you, and showing gratitude is a key to all good things. www.bnaitzedek.org [email protected] MONDAYS: TUESDAYS: WEDNESDAYS: THURSDAYS: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Deb Langer David & Lisa Loring iRick & Barbara Millner Barry & Linda Perlis Jonathan Langer Allen & Linda Zollman Robby & Meredith Miller Matt & Rachel Perlman Joe Lawrence Jack & Barbara Luria Nancy Miller David & Eve Pinsky Sharon Lazar Michael & Jenn Lustbader Stan & Grace Morgenstein Jeremy & Rachel Platt Michael & CeCe LeBauer Geoffrey & Lindsay Mackler Gail Moskowitz Robert & Rochelle Plesset Administrative Office – Alberto & Carolina Leff Steve & Laurie Mackey Barry & Esther Mourad Michael & Suzanne Podberesky 301/299-0225 Michael & Paula Lefkowitz Ken & Sue Maggin Dick & Ilene Mudge Amy Polinger fax: 301/299-1365 David & Joanne Leibowitz Richard & Anna Maggin Sally Murek Eric Pollack & Shannon Josh & Heather Leibowitz Phil & Debra Malet Larry & Natacha Myers Zlotnik Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt, Senior Rabbi x309 Myron & Lenore Lenkin Ilissa Manes Iris Mersky Myles Michael & Sharon Pollack [email protected] Brian & Jennifer Lerman Donald Markus & Judy Kalman Frank & Sharla Neuberger Andy & Melissa Polott Rabbi Neil Tow, Associate Rabbi x303 Jon & Alexa Lerner Rick & Lori Marks Michael & Micki Niakani Howard & Linda Postal [email protected] Amy Levav Rob & Cara Marks Noel Nudelman & Dorit Voda Adam & Kate Proger Cantor Marshall Kapell x312 Jeff & Judy Leventhal Lou Marmon & Andrea Felzer Scott & Karen Nudelman Steve & Ariane Promisel [email protected] Bruce & Sharron Levine Marmon Marcia Nusgart Ron & Marcy Prussick Heather Glick, x302 Jason & Melissa Levine Jason & Jill Martin Howard & Fabiana Offit Marvin & Suzanne Rabovsky Director of Programming & Engagement Salo & Randi Levinas Alex & Paula Mates Monty & Melissa Oppenheim Sam & Bonnie Ramer [email protected] Rustin & Leslie Levy Allen & Cara Mattison Phil & Monica Parsons Fred & Lori Rapaport Joe & Caroline Lewis Mark & Robin Mazin Aaron & Allison Perlis Ira & Andrea Raphaelson Ronni Ticker, x321 Mark & Donna Lewis Matt & Julie Melnick Jonathan & Lisa Levy Eric & Susan Raps Director of Family & Youth Learning Michael & Jodee Lichtenstein Raymond & Karen Merkin Dave & Karen Raskin [email protected] Rob Lipsher & Lisa Benjamin Dan & Jennifer Meron Jon & Ellie Reich Nadav Leibovitz, x331 Jared & Ilissa Lipworth Sammy & Tania Messeca Shaliach (Israeli emissary) Elliot & Sandy Liss Marty & Randi K. Meyrowitz [email protected] Mark & Lauren Miller Carrie Hirshfield, Controller x308 Jeff & Lisa Perlmutter [email protected] Missy Schwartz, Office Manager x304 MONDAYS: TUESDAYS: WEDNESDAYS: THURSDAYS: [email protected] Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 Liane Aaron, x324 Michael & Jen Reichbach Bernie & Vicki Salamon Josh Sheintal Stanley Smerin & Yingying B'nai Mitzvah Academic Coordinator Randy & Orna Reiner Fred & Liz Salter Sondra Shemer Li-Smerin [email protected] Dan & Roz Renberg Ken & Stacy Samet Douglas & Carol Sherman Jason & Melissa Smith Carl Resnick Sam & Betty Sandler Stuart & Amy Sherman Larry & Alexa Smith Laurie Greene, x301 Norm Ressin Samuel Sanders & Rebecca Robert Shesser & Susan Brett Craig & Vanessa Sperling Executive Assistant to the Clergy Chris & Liz Richards Ruebner Kenny & Jennifer Shure Seth Spergel & Amanda [email protected] Brian Robins & Aimee Steve Sawmelle & Sandy Kursban Bob & Tammy Sickels Rudman Spergel Rabovsky Religious School 301/299-9751 Hookman Robins Adam Sawyer & Shadi Akhavan Evan & Diana Siegel Debbie Taylor Beth Knobler, x328 Brett & Marcie Robinson Jonathan & Elana Schanzer Michael Siegel & Susan Felzer Scott & Jenna Steckler Administrative Coordinator Roy & Lori Rodman Marc Schaefer Jane Silberman Daniel Steinway Adam & Danielle Roffman Tina Schechter Gary & Caryn Silverman Robert & Jane Stelboum [email protected] Brian & Shana Rosen Gerry & Marsha Scheinman Larry & Denise Silver Al & Diane Steren Nancy Kay, x320 Jonathan & Allison Rosen Rory & Debbie Schick Marc & Donna Silverman Barry & Rena Stern Administrative Assistant Ken & Jane Rosenthal Dennis & Stacey Schmelzer Sandy Siman John & Lisa Steren [email protected] Ronnie & Cheryl Rosenberg Philip & Joyce Schneider Daniel & Lauren Simon Robert Stern Greenzaid Early Childhood Center 301/299-1149 Mark & Debbie Ross Shari Schuman Eric & Andrea Sklar Stephen & Rosalind Stern Jane Greenblatt, Director x329 Mitchell & Kerry Ross Marla Schwartz David & Arlene Slan Mike & Amy Stolker Stuart & Elaine Rothenberg Marty & Marsha Schwartz Kevin Perman & Susan Miller Richard & Helen Stolker [email protected] Steve & Fran Rotter Marty & Carol Segal Stanley & Nina Snow Ari & Kelly Storch Marisa Marcus, Andy & Melissa Rubin Scott & Lauren Selman Jerry Stouck & Mindy Buren [email protected] x325 Harvey & Karen Rumeld Jerry & Geri Shapiro Lou & Evie Stroller Deborah Fox, President Andrew & Heather Sachs Neil & Lucy Shapiro Gary & Sheri Sudhalter [email protected] Martin & Dottie Sachs Matt & Shari Shaw Bill Sutton & Carole Fein Sutton Howard Sacks & Evelyn Ami & Nancy Sheintal Mark & Beth Swartz JSSA Liaison Aponte-Sacks David & Julie Shein Jodi Sweed Roberta Drucker Seth & Jana Safra Norman & Ronnie Sweed [email protected], 301-610-8369 David & Rachel Scheck
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Israel Through Film TUESDAY JANUARY 21 – 7:30 P.M. Our shaliach, Nadav, is our host for a 3-part film series that DOES INTERNATIONAL LAW PROHIBIT explores what it is like to go through basic training in the IDF and serve in the complex environment of the West Bank JEWISH ISRAELIS FROM RESIDING and Gaza strip. Each movie is followed by Q&A with an active IN THE DISPUTED TERRITORIES reservist. Israeli snacks and drinks will be served! OF THE WEST BANK? While everyone has a political opinion about whether Israeli Jews should settle and be permitted to remain in any or all TUESDAY JANUARY 28 – 7:30 P.M. of the disputed territories of Judea and BENEATH THE HELMET Samaria (“the West Bank”), there is much A coming of age story that highlights five confusion, not to mention misinforma- young Israeli high school graduates who are tion, about what international law has drafted into the army to defend their country. to say on the subject. Professor Eugene Kontorovich, one of the world’s preeminent International Law scholars, will speak on and bring clarity to this important and timely subject. Kon- TUESDAY FEBRUARY 4 – 7:30 P.M. torovich has taught at the University of Chicago law school A ROOFTOP IN GAZA and currently is on the faculty at the George Mason School of The year is 1989. In a time of Palestinian Law. He has been published in the NY Times, Washington Post, demands for independence, the State of Israel Wall Street Journal and elsewhere on this issue, together with sends young soldiers to oversee the Arab pop- other issues where law intersects with politics in the Israel- ulation in Gaza. After one of them is killed, the Palestinian dispute. common fate of four young soldiers and one Palestinian family is sealed. The film shows the extraordinary journey of a young soldier FEBRUARY 2 – 9:45 A.M. dealing with the chaos surrounding him. THE BOYCOTT, DIVESTMENT AND SANCTIONS (BDS) CAMPAIGN MAY TUESDAY FEBRUARY 11 – 7:30 P.M. SEEM NEW, BUT IT’S NOT. ZERO MOTIVATION JONATHAN SCHANZER A smash hit in Israel and winner of the Best The State of Israel has been the target of an economic war- Narrative Feature Award at the Tribeca Film fare campaign, even prior to its establishment as a nation. Festival, Zero Motivation is a unique, sometimes Jonathan Schanzer, a former terrorism analyst with the US dark and often hilarious portrait of everyday life Treasury, senior Vice President of Foundation for Defense for a unit of young female soldiers in a remote of Democracy and CBT member, will explain the sordid and Israeli desert outpost. Kind of like M*A*S*H complicated history. meets Orange is the New Black.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 & FEBRUARY 8 TRAVEL TO ISRAEL WITH CBT CBT is offering two trips to SHULCHAN IVRIT & Israel in 2020. See pages 13 THIS WEEK IN ISRAEL and 16 for our spring Sister- (2ND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH) hood trip and page 3 for our December family trip to Israel. Join our shaliach, Nadav, for Kiddush and a chance to practice your Hebrew and learn new slang and phrases. After Kiddush, we'll meet a in the chapel for a lively discus- sion of current events happening in and affecting Israel.
The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 | 3 Report From Rabbi Tow Cantor's Notes Rabbi Neil Tow, Associate Rabbi Cantor Marshall Kapell By the time it is January 1, 2020, CBT SISTERHOOD & we will have been living three months into our Jewish New Year TORAH FUND 5780. It is a moment to reflect on I look forward to singing for the sister- the thoughts and plans we made hood Torah fund program every year. during the fall holiday season. We The Torah fund helps support the educa- reflect as we approach T’u Bi-shevat, tion of future rabbis, cantors, educators, another new year – the new year of and scholars who will serve communities the trees - that we will celebrate on February 10. Each year a around the world within the Conserva- tree grows a ring beyond the previous year, a ring whose size tive Movement. This year was especially depends upon rainfall and growing conditions. How can we memorable. The theme of the evening set the best conditions for our spiritual growth as we cross was happiness in memory of our beloved Laura Rosenberg this next milestone in the Jewish calendar? who never lost her smile and zeal for life. Since I knew it had to be special, I called my good friend, Liz Mondragon, Our continuing religious education program is one way from High School. She is an incredibly talented professional to grow in Torah this year. On January 8, we’ll finish our fall vocalist. We put together downtown Lunch & Learn series of ‘spiritual biographies’. a wonderful program of We’ve explored the lives of Bible characters, like Aaron the “Happiness” with Broad- first high priest, whose individual stories have contributed to way-themed melodies. t our people’s story. Our final lesson will be about Esther from was a fantastic evening the Megillah as we look ahead to Purim. The materials from with everyone joining in the first three sessions are available to review if you were not and singing along. able to attend. I will always be grate- We’re also excited to continue with youth activities both ful to the Sisterhood for with Shabbat experiences and fun social events for our stu- showing me so much love and friendship in all that I do at dents. We have special Tot Shabbats, for Ages 0-5, scheduled this wonderful and remarkable synagogue. for January 4 and February 1 as well as Mini Minion (Grades K-4) with me and Nadav, our shaliach, on February 22. There’s also our weekly K’tongregation in the chapel on Saturdays at BAR/BAT MITZVAH DATES FOR 11. Following up on our first trip to Launch Trampoline Park AUGUST 2009-2010 BIRTHDAYS with grades 6 & 7, we’re planning trips for other grades to go Bar/bat mitzvah dates for children with birthdays from to laser tag, ice skating, and hopefully a regional trip to Six August 2009 to August 2010 are being assigned now. If you Flags in the spring. Stay tuned to weekly emails and special did not receive a date request form, please be sure to be in announcements for the details. touch with Laurie Green in the synagogue office.
The Torah is etz chayim, a tree of life, as the Midrash teaches, giving life and healing to us as we search for, and open our hearts to, its wisdom. May our learning, our Shab- batot together, and celebrating T’u Bi-shevat rekindle and strengthen our spirits during these long winter months. Play With Us On Social Do you know that we Brunch in Palm Beach, FL have active, thriving social media commu- with nities? Or, that we rely on social media to help Rabbi and Symcha Weinblatt spread the word about news and events to you, our JANUARY 26, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM members, and beyond our community? Do you know that every time you engage on one of our posts you HOSTED BY RON & LORI BUBES AND help spread the word? Please join us on Facebook and ALLAN & NANCY BUBES Instagram and like, share and comment when you see us there. And if you see an event that sounds exciting and interesting to you, you can even post it on your own neighborhood community list serve and help spread If you live in Florida or will be the word that way. Here’s how to find us: visiting, let us know at www. https://www.facebook.com/CBTPotomac/ bnaitzedek.org. https://www.instagram.com/bnaitzedekpotomac/
4 | The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 Shabbat Across B'nai Tzedek FEBRUARY 28, 2020 TO HELP YOU Register online at www.bnaitzedek.org or PREPARE: return form to CBT office by Monday, February 16 Challah Baking Workshop and How to Make Shabbat We are excited for this opportunity to meet new friends: With Devorah Berman and We are willing to host or be hosted. Symcha Weinblatt We can host #_____ people. Thursday February 27, 2020 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Discover the beauty of Last Name:______this tradition unique to First Name(s):______Jewish women, learn the Phone:______secret to great tasting Email:______challah and experiment Address:______with different braiding techniques before baking Participating Child’s Name Age/Grade your own challah to bring ______home. While we enjoy the ______smells of delicious challah ______in the oven we’ll learn how ______to make Shabbat whether ______we’re a host or a guest. Please list any special accommodations (i.e. food allergies, Why Shabbat? gluten free, wheelchair accessibility, etc.) or a specific fam- Tuesday February 25, 2020 ily you would like to spend Shabbat with. Please indicate 7:00 p.m here if you would like to join one of our Young Professional, Rabbi Weinblatt will teach Empty Nester or Hazak hosts as well! Matched families will fascinating insights from mystical and modern secular be given contact information by Wednesday, February 18. sources about why Shabbat is the most important holiday, ______how it can keep a family together and bring peace of mind. ______Shabbat-in-a-Box Dinner Pick up — Make It Easy Friday, February 28, 2020 ✁ 11:00 – 3:00 If you can’t make dinner, we’ll make it easy for you. Order SHABBAT IN A BOX ORDER and pick up a Shabbat-in-a-box dinner for four for $ 54.00. A Name:______delicious, kosher meal which includes everything you need Phone: ______to make Shabbat. Orders must be placed by February 20. Email: ______
SHABBAT Item Quantity Item Cost Total Cost COME TO ONE OF TWO Dinner for Four ______$54.00 $ ______EVENING SERVICES Dinner for Six ______$90.00 $ ______5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Musical family service for those families Dinner for Eight ______$108.00 $ ______with children 0-8 Gluten Free Chocolate Cupcakes _____dozen(s) $14.00 $ ______6:30 – 7:00 p.m. Traditional service Nut Free Cheesecake Brownie Bites _____dozen(s) $14.00 $ ______Additional Donation to Special Needs Fund $______Even if you’re not able to attend Friday night services, Total $______we would love for all our members to celebrate Shabbat by Visa/Mastercard ______sharing, laughing and eating together. This is a wonderful Exp. Date______(service charge applies) opportunity to spend an evening with old friends or meet and welcome new friends. Please use the form to let us Checks can be made out to B’nai Tzedek and sent to know if you prefer to host dinner or come as a guest; whether 10621 South Glen Road, Potomac, MD 20854 you would like to be with a specific family or would like to make new connections with people based on your interests, ALL ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY 5 PM ON neighborhood or kids’ ages. February 20 and PICKED UP ON FEBRUARY 27 BETWEEN 1 AND 3 PM
The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 | 5 JANUARY 9 INCLUSION COMMITTEE Special Screening of Shabbat Service with Fiddler - A Miracle of Miracles Join us for an exhilarating, expansive Brian K. Gruber look into the making of the Broadway FEBRUARY 15 @ 9:30 AM phenomenon Fiddler on the Roof. This By Ruth Hoffman, Chair movie has only been shown in theaters, is being presented exclusively here by spe- Please join us for our cial permission of the film maker. annual celebration of Jewish Disability Aware- 12:00 noon- matinee with HAZAK – ness and Inclusion Month Bring a dairy or pareve lunch movies snacks (JDAIM) with a special will be provided. Shabbat morning service with residents from the 7:00 pm - performance with Fiddler inspired snacks. Jewish Foundation for As always, movie night is free and we welcome all mem- Group Homes (JFGH). In bers and non-member guests. However, we do appreciate addition, we are honored to RSVPs (www.bnaitzedek.org) so we will not run out of pop- have as our guest speaker, corn, candy and other noshes. Movie night is sponsored by Brian Gruber, Esq., Special Wendy and Burton Katzen. Education Attorney and Advocate, who will help us better understand the special education process. He is also the nephew of Ruth and Neil Hoffman.
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PLAN TO JOIN US April 1 – Theater trip to DCJCC for matinee perfor- mance of Becoming Dr. Ruth.
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B °¯ ¢© k ’n e C ai Tz e d NNECTIONS FRIENDS ∞ LEARNING ∞ CELEBRATIONS Religious School Dates To Note Saturday, Jan. 4 Saturday, Feb. 1 Pre-B’nai Mitzvah Shabbaton Part 3 (6th & 7th Graders & 7th Graders leading Shabbat morning service Families) 4 pm-6 pm Our 6th graders will present their parshah projects, stu- Sunday, Feb. 2 dents may create their very own beaded yad, Rabbi Tow will World Wide Wrap lead a D’var Torah 101 workshop, and we will all have lots of chances to schmooze before ending Shabbat with a beautiful Sunday, Feb. 9 Havdalah service. RS Family Showcase/Exhibit – Gr. 5 (11:00 am – noon) L’dor Vador Living History Museum Sunday, Jan. 5 • Sunday School Classes resume Friday, Feb. 14 Vador Prep L’Dor VaDor Musical Shabbat; Service 6:30-7:30 pm • Meeting for Parents who recently received followed by Cake Pop Oneg Shabbat Bar/Bat Mitzvah date (10-11 am) • Reception for Families new to Religious School (11am-12pm) Sunday, Feb. 16 & Monday, Feb. 17 • RS Family Engagement – Gr. 5 (11:30 am – noon) L’Dor No School – Presidents Day Weekend Vador Saturday, Feb. 22 Monday, Jan. 6-Thursday, Jan. 9 Mini Minion (Gr. K-4) 11:00-11:55 am w/Rabbi Tow & Nadav • Private Tutoring, Small Groups, and Upper School Classes Leibovitz . Followed by a fun activity resume Sunday, Feb. 23 Fri., Jan. 10-Sun., Jan. 12 • Kitah Kitanah w/Rebekah Jacobs (9 am – 10 am) a Jewish Shabbat UNBOUND w/Bible Players playgroup for 2 to 4 year olds w/a parent, grandparent, or caregiver Sunday, Jan. 12 • Chag HaSiddur covers & blessings from 3rd Gr. • Kitah Kitanah w/Rebekah Jacobs (9 am – 10 am) a Jewish Parent Program (10 am – 11 am) playgroup for 2 to 4 year olds w/a parent, grandparent, or • Chugim Showcase Gr. 3-6 (11:15-noon) & caregiver Tzedek Showcase for Gr. 1-6 (11:15 am – noon) • 3rd, 4th, & 5th grades workshops (students only) with the Bible Players Saturday, Feb. 29 • Last Day of Sunday Classes for 7th Grade 6th Grade leads Shabbat morning service @ 9:30 am
Sunday, Jan. 19 & Monday, Jan. 20 No School – MLK Birthday Weekend Monday, Jan. 20 MLK - Shabbat MD PJ Library MLK Tzedek Day On-Up standers Interfaith Service Wednesday, Jan. 22 • No School for Hebrew small groups With The First • Parent-Teacher Conferences Gr. 3-6 aptist hurch • Upper School Classes will be held B C of Glenarden Sunday, Jan. 26 Sunday School will be held FRIDAY, JANUARY 17,
Sunday, Jan. 26 – Monday, Jan. 27 Join us.... • 10th Grade Confirmation Trip to NYC w/Rabbi Tow 6:30 – Shabbat Evening services with Saturday, Jan. 25 the FBCG Choir Havdalah & Games 5:30-7 pm Join us for a beautiful and meaningful Havdalah service for 7:30 – Special Oneg ending Shabbat, with singing, the light of the braided candle, the smell of spices, and the sweetness of grape juice, and then we’ll bring some light into the winter night as we spread out to play board games with friends, as well as indoor soccer and gaga, and enjoy snacks together. All ages are invited to join us. The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 | 7 ShabbaUnbound 2020
Friday, January 10, 2020 interactive exercises, The Bible Players help children and adults alike connect with the stories and senti- 6:30-7:30 PM ments behind the prayers. L’Dor VaDor Musical Shabbat Service with Friday Night Live 11:30 AM-12:00 PM D’v-Har Har Torah (A funny Parsha Play) Enjoy The Bible Players’ “Friday Night Berman Sanctuary Live,” an interactive Shabbat-themed program with laughter and learning The Bible Players will join and conclude the ser- during an abbreviated L’Dor VaDor vice in the Berman Sanctuary with some comedic Service. thoughts and insights on the week’s Torah Portion. The Bible Players make everyone laugh while learn- 7:30-9:00 PM ing tales from the Torah. Shabbat Dinner with…. The Bible Players Half-Hour after the Conclusion of ($36/adult; Services and Kiddush lunch $18/child 13 and under) (approximately 12:30-1:30 PM) The Chesed Comedy Show Following services, we will enjoy a tasty Shabbat (Funny Stories that teach Values) dinner followed by “Start with Shma, A Talk About Listening,” with Award-winning educator Andrew The Bible Players perform biblical and rabbinical Davies as he shares insights about the connection stories that are fun for literally the whole family (from babies to bubbies). Don’t miss their Mitzvah Moments, between improv comedy and Jewish values. Mitzvahs in disguise. You’ll be singing their rap for the rest of the year. Saturday, January 11, 2020 7:00-9:00 PM 9:30-11:30 Wine & Cheese with Shabbat Service The UnKosher Comedy Show: Berman Sanctuary Rated Reish 10:30-11:30 AM The Bible Players bring down the bayit (house) Feel the Tefillah with their award winning stand-up comedy show. They tell jokes about being Jewish in America, visiting Israel, (A Service for children and Parents) and the hilarity of holidays. Event sponsored by Michael Bergman Social Hall & Jenn Lustbader (By Invitation only: for contributors to the Rabbi’s Circle & The Bible Players lead a family-friendly Tefillot Supporters Fund) service focused on experiential education. Using RSVP online at www.bnaitzedek.org 8 | The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 SAVE THE DATE for CBT’s Annual Celebration and Fundraiser
An unforgettable night of comedy with Kevin Pollak star of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Thursday, April 30, 2020 Woodmont Country Club
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The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 | 9 THE GREENZAID EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Highlights and Happenings Jane Greenblatt, GECC Director I am so impressed and proud of WHAT’S HAPPENING our teachers at the Greenzaid ECC. They see the children in our class- Kveller’s Klub – A Special Grandparent's Group rooms as unique, creative, curious, Calling all grandparents and special friends! experimenters, and problem solv- You have a special bond and play a pivotal role in your ers. They understand the need and grandchildren's life. We invite you to be a part of our commu- want to include their questions, nity and join the Greenzaid ECC’s new Kveller’s Klub. Here is a ideas, and interests in the decisions sample of what’s in store and how you can participate: about what is worthy of study and investigation. The pur- pose of investigations or emergent curriculum topics are Shabbat Sing, Fridays 9:45-10:15 am not intended to give children a list of facts but rather to pro- Come join us in the sanctuary for our weekly Shabbat Sing. vide experiences through which they will learn to formulate meaningful questions and engage in research to further Special Friends Day their understandings. Inquiry -based play fosters children’s Monday, March 2, 9:30-10:30 am dispositions to be critical thinkers. In short we are evoking Spend the morning in your special friends’ classroom the passion to learn! In each issue of the Scroll we will high- Followed by Schmooze and a Shmear at 10:30 am light a classroom so you can know more about the learning that goes on every day in our wonderful school. Special Newsletters & Communication Sign up by giving us your email address so you will know what’s going on in the classroom and can even help plan CLASSROOM HIGHLIGHT events if you wish. OUR THREE YEAR OLDS, THE PANDOT CLASSROOM GECC Parenting Center By Rachel Sunshine, Lead Teacher A perfect precursor to preschool, this program is for very Every year each preschool class chooses an investigation, young children and their loving caregiver. It allows them a subject or area that the children are especially interested to experience our excellent early childhood setting, start in. After an exciting World Series sweep and upon observ- socialization and schmooze! ing the enthusiasm in our classroom, we had an idea. That idea turned into discussions and play that delved deeper into baseball, and after a few weeks of play and observation ShabbaTot Fridays, 9:45-11:00 am in the Pandot classroom, we decided that our exploration Babies and toddlers and their loving adults are invited to this school year would be baseball, emphasizing teamwork. join our weekly musical Shabbat celebration and stay to play in our specially designed toddler playroom. While the season might be over, the theme lives on as we discover what it means to work together in classroom activi- MazelTot Mondays, 9:45-11:00 am ties in playground and beyond. As the children use motor Babies and toddlers and their loving adults are invited to and social skills to work together, they engage in problem explore our toddler playroom, enjoy and snack and partici- solving and critical thinking. In addition, we will explore the pate in fun activities, with special days dedicated to music, materials required to play the game, the shapes we see, letter movement and parenting discussions. recognition, the clothes we wear, and even food associated while watching games. Kitah Katanah (Class for Little Ones) Each week we will offer engaging provocations for the chil- Sunday morning Jewish playgroup, Please join us for dren as they enter the room. We hope these will inspire creative games, holiday-themed crafts, stories, and more one Sunday art using materials such as clay and other nature inspired per month. Jan. 12, Feb. 23, Mar. 15, & Apr. 19. 9:00-10:00 am. materials to incorporate our school-wide intention of nature. Speakers Through play the children must learn to use dialogue that Join us January 16, 7:00 pm for a Parenting Workshop is kind, be willing to compromise and share as they work led by Claire Lerner! together to toss a ball back and forth. Throughout the Claire is a nationally recognized early childhood expert year we are excited to see the growth in all aspects of their who will work with parents on challenging behaviors and experience and what ideas and conversation they share positive outcomes. as they explore baseball. We hope that you will check our bulletin board as we share our discoveries, and join us CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE on May 14 for the GECC Community Showcase, where you can investigate all of the classrooms explorations!
10 | The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 Greenzaid ECC Prospective Family Open House FEBRUARY 20, 10:00 – 11:30 Prospective families and children will have an opportunity to create in our incredible Art Studio, take a tour with current parents and enjoy our amazing musical playground at this Greenzaid Early newly designed open house. Childhood Center Please let us know if you would like to be a host or if you have invites you to a friends for us to invite. RSVP to [email protected]. Free MLK Day Children's Save the Date! Concert! Saturday, January 4, 11:00 am, Tot Shabbat featuring Rab- . bi Tow, Weinberg Assembly Area Thursday, January 16, 7:00 pm, Parenting Workshop with Claire Lerner, Psychologist, LCSW & Author - Defiance, Tantrums, Aggression, Oh My! Effectively Coping with Challenging Behaviors John Henry Monday, January 20, Martin Luther King Day, No School, CBT Tzedekah Day John Henry Concert, 10:00 am Saturday, February 1 - 11:00 am, Tot Shabbat with the January 20th Keshet Class featuring Lisa Baydush 10:00 am Friday, February 7 – 5:30 pm, GECC Family Dinner & Shabbat, in the Social Hall Monday, February 17 – President’s Day – No School Congregation B'nai Tzedek Thursday, February 20 – Prospective Family Open House 10621 South Glen Road – 10:00 – 11:30 am Potomac, MD 20854 Saturday, February 29 – PJ Havdalah Party – 5:00 pm, come in your PJ’s, listen to storytelling and enjoy dinner!
JANUARY 5, 11:00 A.M. Community Café 2020 If you have a child(ren) enrolled in our religious or preschool but have not yet joined the CBT family or if you are a new or returning member who joined in 2019 please join us for a special community café in The Sudhalter Libray. We’ll have a barrista for the adults and a cozy atmosphere to get to know each other. Email Heather at [email protected] or
visit www.bnaitzedek.org to let us know you’re able to join us.
Women in the Bible TAUGHT BY STAN BEDER Join all or some of the 6 sessions – each class will focus on a different aspect of women in the bible. Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20 , 9:30 – 10:30 am
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k ¢© B °¯ e ’ d n ai Tz e us Saturdays following Kiddush, February 22, 29 eligi DUCATION The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 | 11 B'nai Mitzvah @ CBT Travel with CBT Eli Matthew Kertesz will become Experience the thrill, fun and joy of travelling with other a bar mitzvah on Shabbat, February congregants in 2020. We have two unique trips to Israel 22. He is the son of Amy and Kevin planned, as well as a trip to Morocco. Kertesz and the brother of Michael (15), Joshua (11), Daniel (8) and Joseph (5). Eli is a 7th grader at Cabin FIRST EVER SISTERHOOD TRIP TO ISRAEL John Middle School where his favor- Symcha Weinblatt has ite subjects are math and science. planned an amazing trip for He also enjoys playing guitar, draw- the women of B’nai Tzedek ing anime, and gymnastics. For his – May 3 – 13, 2020. They tzedekah project Eli did fundraising will experience all that Israel for the Trevor Project and Keshet. Guests will be attending has to offer – including from Florida, New York, New Jersey and North Carolina. culinary delights, meetings with women who are mak- ing a difference, stays at highly acclaimed spas and other Jackson Sherman will become off-the-beaten path experiences. a bar mitzvah on Shabbat, February 22. He is the son of Stuart and Amy To sign up and join the trip, contact Sheri Farrell, Melissa Sherman and the brother of Jules Polott or Symcha. (10). Jackson is a 7th grader at St. Andrews where his favorite subject is science. He also enjoys wrestling, MOROCCO lacrosse and soccer. Jackson has not Discover the rich Jewish yet chosen his tzedekah project but history of Morocco and learn will choose one that helps animals. about the special status and He will be joined at his simcha by fascinating community. We his grandparents Allan and Annette Chandler who are also will visit Rabat, Fes, Casa- CBT members and his grandparents from Florida Stephen blanca, and more where we and Judy Sherman. Guests will be attending from New York, will experience the exotic charm, picturesque markets, his- Florida, California, Texas, Kentucky, Kansas City and more! toric synagogues and beautiful countryside.
October 11 – 20, 2020 with departure on a direct, non-stop flight from Dulles to Morocco. To sign up and reserve a space, Service Greeter Schedule please contact Laurie Greene, Rabbi Weinblatt’s assistant. JANUARY (Space is limited.) Friday 3 Adina Affens, Ian & Deborah Altman Saturday 4 Bryan & Liane Aaron, Elliott Adler & Lina Tunick Adler ISRAEL Friday 10 Marc & Alexis Anolick, David & Jessica Arluck Spend next winter break Saturday 11 Randy & Cheryl Altschuler, Michael & Laura Arenstein – December 23, 2020 – January 2, 2021 in Israel! Friday 17 Jesse & Caryn Ash, Justin & Marissa Baer A great trip for first-timers Saturday 18 Scott & Donna Attman, Dean & Kathy Baird – couples, singles, families Friday 24 Matthew & Jennifer Barlow, and empty nesters – are Saturday 25 Steven & Julie Becker, Jonathan Bell welcome to come and join Rabbi Weinblatt and Sym- Friday 31 Michael & Jamie Bernstein, Bob & Holly Bloom cha as they show you Israel in a way that no one else FEBRUARY can. We will see all the important sites, experience a mov- Saturday 1 Matthew & Allie Ammerman, Avi Benaim ing Shabbat together, learn about and visit the important Friday 7 Michael & Karen Bernstein, Mark & Ann Birns historic places while having a great time – such as jeep rides Saturday 8 Stanley & Patricia Beder, Michael Beder and all kinds of fun activities. All of this combined with access to meetings with Israeli leaders and opinion makers Friday 14 Robert & Linda Bogin, Dan & Katie Borten who will meet the group combine for a memorable, once-in- Saturday 15 Arty & Bonnie Berko, Blair & Beth Berman a-lifetime experience. Family and friends are welcome. To Friday 21 Jeff & Amie Breslow, Ben Brodsky & Stefie Heideman sign up and reserve a space, please contact Laurie Greene, Saturday 22 David & Sasha Berman, Rob & Lisa Blaker Rabbi Weinblatt’s assistant.
Friday 28 Susan Buczynski, Howard & Eliana Byck Saturday 29 Larry & Robin Brown, Michael Bruckheim & Meredith Torres
12 | The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 Sisterhood CO-PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Arlene Karpas | [email protected] & Rachel Berenzweig | [email protected], Co-Presidents
Sisterhood is excited about ringing in 2020. But, before doing so, we look back over the past year with fond memo- ries. Three highlights come to mind. First was the special Sisterhood Sukkot program hosted by Symcha Weinblatt at her home. Second, we were thrilled with the buzz and participation at our annual brunch. How fortunate we were to have Iris Krasnow speak to our group and hold a candle lighting ceremony, led by Rabbi Weinblatt, in memory of the one year anniversary of the Pittsburgh shooting at the Tree of Life Synaggue.! Finally, donors to the Torah Fund enjoyed a heartwarming evening with a special tribute to the memory of our Past President Laura Rosenberg. Sisterhood Brunch with Iris Krasnow We were serenaded by Cantor Kapell and Elizabeth Mon- dragon with a magical Broadway music program. The PURIM = Misloach Manot At Cbt!! theme of Torah Fund this year is “Chesed” or acts of loving PURIM, one of the most fun-filled and kindness. A special thanks to the Farrell family for hosting action-packed days of the Jewish year, this program where we dined on gourmet culinary cuisine will soon be upon us. Your family can by Sherri Farrell and Randi Meyrowitz. perform the mitzvot of Mishloach Manot (sending gifts of food to 2020 promises to be just as exciting! We extend to our cur- friends and family for the Purim feast) rent and potential Sisterhood members a warm welcome. and Matanot La’evyonim (making With a new beginning brings fresh ideas interspersed with donations to charity), when you send our highly regarded ongoing activities. We want each of you Purim greetings through the Sister- to feel included and at home with us and what we offer. Help hood Mishloach Manot program. us start off right by joining us for services and our installation of incoming officers on Friday evening, January 24. Sisterhood prepares and sends a Mishloach Manot “basket” to every CBT family, and the entire CBT staff and For those interested, adventurous women who have faculty. Included in each family basket are greetings sent from not yet signed up, please join our Women’s Trip to Israel CBT friends and family. Proceeds enable Sisterhood to contribute from May 3 to 14. We are so fortunate to have Symcha to synagogue, nursery and religious school needs not met by the Weinblatt take the lead to guide us through Israel. We are annual budget, as well as Israeli and community charities. excited about not just touring but meeting women leaders in Israel, learning to prepare local cuisine through cooking Look for emails later this month explaining how to order classes and even the chance to do yoga in the desert! Space your Mishloach Manot greetings. We hope this year you will is limited and individuals are accepted on a first-come, first- fulfill these Purim mitzvot and share in this wonderful B’nai served basis. If this journey appeals to you, act now. For Tzedek tradition. more information, contact Melissa Polott polott57@gmail. com, Sherri Farrell [email protected] or Donna Lewis [email protected] . Reunion for First 100 Do you remember when a building of our own was just If you are wondering about Sisterhood and want to know a dream? When we were schlepping the ark and meet- more, ask Paula Lowe [email protected] to learn ing at the Potomac Community Center? Maybe you even about us. Or, if you just want to try out something simple, remember Rabbi Weinblatt’s Big Bird costume for Purim! contact Vicki Salamon [email protected] to attend one of If these images bring a smile to your face please save the many activities related to our Mishloah Manot program. We date for a special reunite and reminisce dessert recep- look forward to sharing the warmth and caring of B’nai Tze- tion on March 29, 7:30 p.m. at the home of Paul and dek Sisterhood with you and hope you will reach out to be Nancy Hamburger. Please let us know if you remember more of a part of us! CBT’s early days and help spread the word to those to our friends who were also part of CBT’s youth. Invitation to fol- low – add your name to the guest list by emailing Heather Glick [email protected] or Nancy Hamburger nancy. [email protected]. The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 | 13 PICTURE THIS! IN THE CBT FAMILY
Mazal Tov to Bonnie & Arty Berko on the birth of their granddaughter, Lyla Claire Berko Deborah Fox & Maury Epner on the marriage of their son, Alexander to Casey Fischl Melissa & Andy Polott on the birth of their granddaughter, Lana Dian Danielle Jeweller on being recognized by JWI as a "Woman to Watch." CBT Chanukah packages sent to our college students ondolences to Recognized as the first head of JNF Rabbis for C Israel, Rabbi Weinblatt passes the baton at the Allan Holt on the passing of his father, completion of his four-year term, to Rabbi Craig Irving Holt Bruce Wollman on the passing of his father, Axler of Columbia, MD. Arthur Wollman Amy Stolker on the passing of her sister, Melissa McCormack Nancy Miller on the passing of her father, Joel Kass Liz, Jessica & Katie Brown on the passing of their husband and father, Richard Brown Rachel, Seth & Adam Berenzweig on the passing of their son and brother, Joshua Berenzweig
Anniversaries JANUARY CBT delegation at the at the USCJ Convention (Rabbi 1 Joshua Ingber & Christine Stearn (10) Weinblatt missing from photo) Dinner at the USCJ Convention
Theatre @CBT Join Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt and fellow members of B’nai Presents Tzedek in DC on March 1-3, 2020, for the largest annual gathering of America’s pro- PETER PAN Israel movement. From January 3 to 10 only, get Saturday, February 22 $200 off the registration fee performance @ 8 pm if you use discount code BnaiTzedekPC20.
Sunday, February 23 matinee @ 2 pm For more information, please contact Ted Merwin, Synagogue Initiative Director for the Mid-Atlantic Region, at (410) 223- 4190 or [email protected]. More information at www.bnaitzedek.org
14 | The Tzedek Scroll | January-February 2020 onations D RABBI WEINBLATT’S DISCRETIONARY FUND BARBARA SCHIFTER MEMORIAL FUND GEMILUT CHESSED FUND (cont.) FOR SPECIAL NEEDS Roger & Cheri Friedman for the yahrzeit of Adolph Sandy Ressin in memory of Elise Linowes’ mother Wilbur Chang in memory of Arthur Wollman Friedman Sandy Ressin with best wishes for a speedy recovery David & Phyllis Lovewell in memory of Lilo Schifter GREENZAID EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER to Todd Jaffe Jonathan & Sandy Simon in memory of Lilo Schifter Michael & Judith Sanders in honor of Samuel, Sandy Ressin with best wishes for a speedy recovery CANTOR’S MUSIC FUND Rebecca, Benjamin & Jonah Sanders to Lester Miller Stanley & Patricia Beder in honor of Michael Beder for MITZVAH FUND Sandy Ressin for the yahrzeit of Harry Ressin reading Torah on Yom Kippur Bonnie & Arty Berko in memory of John Togut Susan & Gil Rudolph for the yahrzeit of Dorothy Katie & Dan Borten for the yahrzeit of Sylvia Dowling Margo & Bruce Fonoroff for the yahrzeit of Elinor Fellenbaum Jodee & Michael Lichtenstein for the yahrzeit of Fonoroff Ronnie & Norman Sweed for the yahrzeit of Anna Katz Fannie Barco Larry & Laura Gordon in memory of Lillian Heyman RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND Jodee & Michael Lichtenstein for the yahrzeit of Lowe Roger & Luanne Karr for the yahrzeit of Hilda S. Karr Rosalyn Zitelman Carol Preston & Dick Israel in memory of John Togut Renee & Matthew Young for the yahrzeit of Jacob Jodee & Michael Lichtenstein for the yahrzeit of Carol Preston & Dick Israel in memory of Joel Kass Young Lazarus Lichtenstein Carole & Alan Kuritzky for the yahrzeit of Clarence SOCIAL ACTION FUND Michael Siegel & Susan Felzer for the yahrzeit of Kuritzky Jonathan Siegel Katie & Dan Borten for the yahrzeit of Joseph Dowling Carole & Alan Kuritzky for the yahrzeit of Nina Adler Rosanne & Paul Hurwitz for the yahrzeit of Lillian CARING COMMUNITY FUND Paula & David Lowe in memory of Joel Kass Hurwitz Bonnie & Arty Berko in honor of Susan Felzer for her Paula & David Lowe for the yahrzeit of Shirley Ilene & Dick Mudge in memory of Josh Berenzweig friendship Hoffman Bonnie & Arty Berko in honor of Ken Samet for his Laurie & Steve Mackey in memory of Josh Berenzweig SPECIAL IN UNIFORM PROJECT friendship Melissa & Andy Polott in memory of Joel Kass Stanley & Yimgying Smerin for the yahrzeit of Isadore Judy & Ric Erdheim for the yahrzeit of Renee Cooper Melissa & Andy Polott in memory of John Togut Smerin Lynne & Rick Gans for the yahrzeit of Julius Golubow Phyllis Rhode for the yahrzeit of Reuben Mazur SUDHALTER FAMILY LIBRARY FUND Rosanne & Paul Hurwitz for the yahrzeit of Mildred Susan & Gil Rudolph in memory of Lillian Lowe Sheri & Gary Sudhalter for the yahrzeit of Harvey Cohen Barbara Sandler for the yahrzeit of Simon Albert Wertlieb The Itscoitz Family in memory of Richard Brown Barbara Sandler for the yahrzeit of Ruth Albert Sheri & Gary Sudhalter in memory of Joel Kass Ari & Kelly Storch in honor of Al & Diane Steren for Pat & Bart Tessler in memory of Joel Kass their professional services and friendship Pat & Bart Tessler in memory of Josh Berenzweig SUPPORTERS’ FUND Ainsley MacLean & Bruce Wollman in memory of Dr. ETERNAL LIGHT FUND PRAYER BOOK & RITUAL FUND Arthur Wollman Dean & Kathy Baird for the yahrzeit of Andrea Baird Stanley & Patricia Beder in honor of Michael Beder for Mark & Ann Birns for the yahrzeit of Naomi Birns reading Torah on Yom Kippur TORAH FUND Tom & Martha Ein in memory of Bert Bergen Sandra Goldsmith for the yahrzeit of Marshall Eric & Susan Raps in memory of Ceil Raps Tom & Martha Ein in memory of Amy Schaefer Goldsmith Tom & Martha Ein in memory of Sally Krieger Larry & Laura Gordon in honor of Howard Erdrich’s Tom & Martha Ein in memory of Amor Lane 90th Birthday Margo & Bruce Fonoroff for the yahrzeit of Meta Larry & Laura Gordon in honor of Marty Weiss Abraham RABBI WEINBLATT’S DISCRETIONARY FUND JOIN US FOR Alexa & Jonathan Lerner for the yahrzeit of Sara Avi Benaim for the yahrzeit of Leon Benaim Feldman Bonnie & Arty Berko in honor of the Aliyah and Naomi Levin for the yahrzeit of Edgar Levin blessing we received to celebrate the birth of our World Wide Naomi Levin for the yahrzeit of Esther Levin granddaughter, Lyla Claire Naomi Levin for the yahrzeit of Benjamin Lesselroth Lanny Davis & Carolyn Atwell-Davis for the yahrzeit of Wrap Linda & Barry Perlis in loving memory of Herbert F. Frances Goldberg Davis Sacks Lanny Davis & Carolyn Atwell-Davis for the yahrzeit of Sandy Ressin for the yahrzeit of Theodore Jaffe Mortimer C. Davis Norman Ressin for the yahrzeit of Harry Ressin Elayne Flax in honor of Rabbi Weinblatt for his FEBRUARY 2, 9:00 AM Norman Ressin for the yahrzeit of Bea Manck impressive High Holiday sermons IN THE CHAPEL Norman Ressin for the yahrzeit of Ted Jaffe Lori, Rachel & Elyse Genderson in honor of Rabbi ViVi & Art Rosen in memory of John Togut Weinblatt’s kindness and caring during our family’s Doug & Carol Sherman for the yahrzeit of Jack Armore time of need Doug & Carol Sherman for the yahrzeit of Rose Helene & Andy Glick for the yahrzeit of Marshall Sherman Goldsmith Sheryl Silverman in memory of Joel Kass Fran & Mark Goldstein in memory of Bert Bergen Norman & Ronnie Sweed for the yahrzeit of Hyman Fran & Mark Goldstein in memory of Sally Krieger Sweed Alison & Richard Greenhouse for the yahrzeits of Sam Robin & Matthew Weinberg in memory of Amor Lane & Selma Greenhouse Andi & Randy Weiss in memory of Bert Bergen Robert & Dena Hirsh for the yahrzeit of Mercedes Renee & Matt Young for the yahrzeit of Dorothy Maltz Friedman Ruth & Neil Hoffman in honor of Rabbi Weinblatt for his healing thoughts for our Aunt Sheila
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The Bible Players are Coming to Town!!!
Midrash meets Monty Python
ShabbaUnbound 2020 January 10-11 On January 10 & 11 the Bible Players will be our Shabbat Unbound guests. A Torah Comedy team based in New York City, they use theater and improv to infuse comedy and laughs into tales from the Torah and beyond during Shabbat services and other events. After all, the first Jewish baby is named Yitzhak which means, “He laughed!”
Choose what interests you or come to all. Each presentation will be unique. No repeat performances! See full schedule of events on page 10!