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MARCH 2012 / ADAR 5772 VOL. 9/ ISSUE 6 MESSAGE FROM THE RABBI

The total world trembled at the So you see, when, genera- triumph thought of battling with tions later, the Jews at the IN THIS ISSUE: of the the Jewish nation, except time of were victo- JWC GAME SHOW 2 COMPETITION Jewish for Amalek. The Torah rious over the PURIM GIFT BOX FUNDRAISER people explains that Amalek Amalekite, the ultimate

CHABAD MOVES TO over the "met" the Jewish nation victory was not over the NEW HOME! evil Ha- during its journey. But man but over all that he EVENING OF 3 TREASURES stood for - coldness, man, our commentators explain

doubt, skepticism, and the GRAND OPENING AND which we celebrate on Pu- that the Hebrew word for RIBBON CUTTING 4 CEREMONY rim, transforms the entire "met" - "karcha" can also like. h

CAMP GAN ISRAEL month - not just the day HIRES COUNSELORS 5 mean "made you cold." Thus, the entire month of JOYOUS EDUCATION of Purim - into a day of FOR OUR CHILDREN Amalek, in his insidious Adar is permeated with joy and happiness. ONGOING EVENTS 6 way, wanted to "cool off" the joy and happiness of

IN APPRECIATION 7 Why is the Purim victory the Jewish people from the Purim holiday, because so amazing, more so than, their fiery faith in G-d and the stakes were so terribly CALENDAR OF EVENTS high. h 8 say, the miracle of Cha- Moses after all the mira- nuka, that it has the power cles and Divine revelations May we all be victorious to actually transform the they had merited. Chabad of Bradenton & over our personal Amaleks entire month? h Lakewood Ranch is an The very name "Amalek" this Purim until we merit organization that provides Haman (may his name be has the same numerical the ultimate victory over social, educational, erased) was a descendant value as the Hebrew word Amalek at the time of the recreational, and religious of Amalek, the infamous "safek" meaning "doubt." Redemption.

programming. Chabad is a nation that had the chutzpa Amalek's main goal was Happy Purim! to attack the Jewish peo- place where every Jew, not to win a military vic- affiliated or unaffiliated, ple after their miraculous tory over the Jews, but to exodus from Egypt. pierce their perfect faith observant or non-observant, and strong belief by bring- can come and feel All of the nations of the Rabbi Mendy Bukiet ing in "doubts." h comfortable. We believe that regardless of educational JOYOUS EDUCATION FOR OUR CHILDREN By Chanie Bukiet background or affiliation, it This time of year generates loads of excitement in my family. My children love prepar- is the inalienable right of ing for the holiday of Purim by baking hamentaschen (traditional Purim treats), preparing every Jewish person to learn their costumes, and packing mishloach manot (food gifts) for their friends. If ever there and participate in our was a holiday for children, Purim is the one! heritage, which belongs (continued on page 5…) to us equally. VOL. 9/ ISSUE 6 Page 2

JWC GAME SHOW COMPETITION

Attendees to the JWC won a watch, silver and women learned and played Game Show Competition diamond earrings, a micro- at this exciting event.

learned about the holiday of wave grill, cosmetics, and The Upcoming JWC event Purim in an exciting way. more. Women also re- will be the Women & Wis- They played Purim Jeop- ceived delicious chocolate dom Friday Night dinner ardy, Who Wants to Be A treats and feasted on hamen- on March 23. Everyone is Mitvahnaire and Shushan taschen, fruits and chocolates invited. Call the Chabad Squares for fabulous prizes. at this event. office at 941-752-3030 for

Winners to these games Laughter abounded as the more information. PURIM GIFT BOX FUNDRAISER

This year more people will cost so that as many Brent & Ricki Rubin, Steve experience the joy of Pu- community families as pos- & Colleen Shapiro, Sandy & rim! On Purim, we empha- sible are able to participate Phyllis Silverman, Elliott & size the importance of Jew- in this wonderful tradition. Evelyn Stupp, Richard & ish unity and friendship by Special thanks to the spon- Lauren Vallone, Aron & sending gifts of food to sors of the Purim Gift Julie Weiner/Kombat friends and family, Mishloach Boxes this year namely: Martial Arts, and Jerry & Manot. This year Chabad is Mendy & Chanie Bukiet, Judy Zivic. distributing close to two Martin & Barbara Cohen, hundred shared Mishloach Larry & Joan Cohen, Pin- Manot gift boxes at a low chos & Miriam Rodriguez, CHABAD MOVES TO NEW HOME

Great News! Chabad has schlepped the Chabad We look forward to finally moved to it’s new House, and spend an greeting everyone at the location on 5712 enormous amount of en- Grad Opening and Lorraine Road. A heart- ergy and effort into trans- Ribbon Cutting Cere- felt thank you goes to all forming this new land mony on Sunday, March the dedicated volunteers into Chabad’s new per- 18 at 1:00 pm. who packed, moved, and manent home. Page 3

COCKTAIL EVENING & GALA AUCTION

food and Special thanks to Mindy cocktails, Weinberger for donating in an ele- her Split the Pot winnings gant and to Chabad! social set- Guests left the auction ting. laden with gifts won at the They had auction, but more t h e importantly they left opportu- imbued with a feeling of nity to bid pride for partnering with on over such a terrific cause. What a community! It is seventy prizes to help sup- A warm and heartfelt with deep gratitude to G-d port Chabad. thank you to the sponsors and to this outstanding A slide show presentation for the evening namely community that Chabad of demonstrated Chabad’s Fete Catering at the Polo Bradenton & Lakewood treasured moments of Grill, Anonymous, Steve & Ranch raised the bar again growth in Manatee County. Colleen Shapiro, Debbie and raised more funds this A live auction, led by Furman, Pinchos & year than any other year! a u c t i o n e e r , J o e l Miriam Rodriguez, Joseph The theme of the evening Ehrenpreis, featured out- & Roslyn Block, Albert “Realizing the Dream” truly standing gifts. Mayara, Stuart & Paula gave cause to celebrate as The “Treasure Box” raffle Siegel, and Jerry & Judy Chabad collected much generated a lot of excite- Zivic. needed funds to help sup- ment as well. Special This community event was port the new Chabad home thanks to Frank Jewelers that Chabad moved into a truly a team effort with a for the 1.3 diamond dona- mere few days earlier on crew of dedicated tion! Sunday, February 26. volunteers and coordina- This event took place on Surprise raffles were held tors who invested time and Wednesday, February 29 at throughout the evening effort to make this evening Fete Catering at Polo Grill and a split the pot raffle a truly memorable concluded the event. Ballroom. f celebration. Guests enjoyed fabulous Page 4 VOL. 9/ ISSUE 6 Page 5

CAMP GAN ISRAEL HIRES COUNSELORS

We are thrilled to announce that we have terrific coun- selors coming once again to run Chabad of Bradenton’s Camp Gan Israel program. They are (left to right) Sholly Shur, Chaya Kessler, Sari Lurie, and Tzeita Silberstein. They each have extensive experi- ence in camps in Florida, Connecticut, and Montreal. Camp Gan Israel will be held for girls and boys ages 5-12 for four weeks, from June 25 until July 20 and will be located on the new Chabad grounds on 5712 Lorraine Road. Hours will run from 9 am to 3 pm. Extended care is available until 5 pm and hot lunch options are available as well. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee County is extending the camp incentive grant deadline until March 30. Contact Len Steinberg 371-4546, extension 106 for more information on the grants and Chabad at cgibradenton.org or 941-752-3030. JOYOUS EDUCATION FOR OUR CHILDREN By Chanie Bukiet (...continued from page 1) Jewish nation from the devious hands When the children recited these

The festival of Purim is celebrated of Haman. words to Haman with such complete every year on the 14th of the Hebrew faith, it aroused G-d’s mercy and month of Adar. It begins this year Did you ever hear of the phrase served as a catalyst for G-d’s salva- after sundown on March 7 and ends at “From the mouths of babes?” There tion. nightfall on March 8. The holiday is actually a biblical reference to this In these turbulent times, when the commemorates the salvation of the saying. The Talmud teaches that chil- Jews are once again faced with many Jewish people in Ancient Persia from dren have a measure of prophecy. wicked Hamans, let us reaffirm the Haman's plot "to destroy, kill and an- Haman, knowing this, questioned the importance of children by providing nihilate all the Jews, young and old, Jewish children on their way home a joyous education to our children. infants and women, in a single day." from as to what they had After all, it is through them that sal- The name of the holiday, Purim, liter- learned that day. One answered “ Do vation comes. ally means "lots," for Haman deter- not fear sudden terror, nor the de- mined the day of the annihilation by struction of the wicked when it Purim is such a happy holiday; it’s a drawing a lottery. It is observed by comes.” Another added, “Contrive a great opportunity to demonstrate to public readings of the , or scheme but it will be foiled, conspire a our children that Judaism is fun, Scroll of , to recount the story plot, but it will not materialize, for G- meaningful and exciting. You can of the Purim miracle, sending food d is with us.” And yet another contin- bake hamentachen with them, go out gifts to friends, giving gifts of money ued in the same vein, “To your old age and deliver a food basket, dress up, to the poor and enjoying a festive Pu- I am (with you), to your hoary years I and take them to synagogue to hear rim meal will sustain you. I have made you and the Megillah reading on Purim. The list of fun things to do on Purim is Upon deeper reflection of the Purim I will carry you. I will sustain you and deliver you.” endless. Have a joyous holiday! story, we see that children played an integral role in the salvation of the VOL.VOL. 9/ ISSUE9/ ISSUE 6 6 Page 6

ONGOING PROGRAMS All events take place at the Chabad Jewish Center Talmud Classes Mondays, 7:30-8:30 pm Explore the Talmud and its laws in its original text. No prior knowledge of the Talmud or Hebrew is necessary. Book fee: $45.

Torah Studies Saturday, 9:00-9:30 am Participate in a fascinating class on the Torah portion of the week. Discover the mystical meanings and lessons behind ancient stories. Admission is free.

Weekly Shabbat Services Friday nights, 7:00, Saturday mornings, 9:30 Enjoy warm, family friendly services at the Chabad Jewish Center. Saturday Glatt Kosher Catering, Meals-to-Go, services are followed by a delicious buffet . Baked Goods, Birthday Cakes, Havdallah Ceremony & Video Showing Delicious Creations and much more... Saturday nights, one half hour after Shabbat’s conclusion Join Chabad for a weekly Havdallah Ceremony and Video demonstration featuring “Living Torah,” clips of the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s talks, timeless moments, and encounters. TSEZA WIEAND Phone: 941-704-2544

Chabad Hebrew School Owner E-mail: [email protected] Sunday mornings, 9:30 am-noon Give your child for the experience of a lifetime at Chabad Hebrew School featuring an outstanding curriculum, professional and warm teachers, hands-on lessons, an innovative Hebrew reading Aleph Champ program, motivational systems, and more. Learn it. Live it. Love it!

Falafel with Yoav Sunday, March 4, noon-1:00 pm Come and enjoy a terrific kosher lunch prepared by Yoav Cohen on the first Sunday of every month at noon. Cost: $4 a falafel.

Jewish Learning Institute Wednesday, March 7, 7:30-8:45 pm Join Chabad for JLI’s new course, “Money Matters: Jewish Business Ethics.” This course applies timeless Talmudic wisdom to real-world ethi- cal quandaries. Course fee: $75. Couple’s fee: $135. This course is sponsored by the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Federation.

Ladies Lunch & Learn Tuesday, March 13, noon-1:00 pm Join Chanie Bukiet for a monthly Lunch & Learn. Feast on a delicious lunch and sample from a variety of Jewish topics. Free. Sponsor: $100

Friday Night Live Friday, March 16, 7:45 pm Teens (13-18) are invited to Rabbi Mendy & Chanie’s home for a delicious Shabbat meal in a fun and lively atmosphere. No charge. Reserve by Wednesday, March 14. For more information on any of the above ongoing events, call Chabad at 941-752-3030 or e-mail [email protected]. VOL. 9/ ISSUE 6 Page 7

IN APPRECIATION

PARTNER APPRECIATION Issac & Simy Abitbol Joel & Rosalyn Ehrenpreis Rutherford Ramon & Sherri Alvarez Jim & Estrella Engelhardt Robert & Jill Schein Ronald & Yardena Cohen-Babcock Marvin & Elaine Fitzer Barbara Schur Daniel Benjamin Yoshiro & Anita Fukunaka Steve & Colleen Shapiro Bonnie Berman Debbie Furman Sandy & Phyllis Silverman Charles & Odette Best Herbert & Joyce Furman Jeff & Charity Steckel Joseph & Rosalyn Block Bob & Janet Gold Jeffery & Jocelyn Stevens Rabbi Joseph & Fradel Bukiet Fred & Lois Goldman Elliott & Evelyne Stupp Gerald & Devorah Castor Bonnie Gottlieb The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Abby Chasky Larry & Sandie Ivers Richard & Lauren Vallone Frea Cohen David Kasse Mindy Weinberger Jacqueline Cohen Taras & Donna Kochno Rubin & Carolyn Weinberger Joey Cohen Lieba Kramer Aron & Julie Weiner Larry & Joan Cohen David & Louise Levy Jonas & Barbara Weingarten Martin & Barbara Cohen Steven & Hillary Lipman Adam & Malkie Wieand Shlomo & Orit Cohen Vijay & Nina Mahadeo Tseza Wieand Yoav Cohen Edward & Evelyne Martineau Daniel & Jacqueline Wilson Steven & Alyse Cores Albert Mayara Gary & Marjorie Wiseman Jeff & Adrian Davis Sanford Milter Jerry & Judy Zivic Emanuel & Doris DeCoveny Pinchos & Miriam Rodriguez Maurice & Ellen Echales Brent & Ricki Rubin VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

Ron & Yardena Cohen-Babcock Marvin & Elaine Fitzer Steve & Colleen Shapiro Daniel, AJ & Joshua Benjamin Allison & Landon Heitner Sandy & Phyllis Silverman Bonnie Berman Larry & Sandie Ivers Jackie Simmons Tami & Sydney Wankoff-Bigness Jay Kelly Rosalie Slavings Chaim Meir & Mordechai Bukiet Taras & Mark Kochno Richard & Lauren Vallone Abby Chasky Joshua Kreithen Mark Walzer Frea Cohen Ed Martineau Adam Wieand Yoav Cohen David Meyersburg Tseza Wieand Shlomo Cohen Scott, Debbie & Alex Pattinson Gloria & Nochum Wieand Zohara Cohen Pinchos & Miriam Rodriguez Mindy Weinberger Penny Cooper Brent & Ricki Rubin Jerry & Judy Zivic Jared Dipsiner Barbara Schur Reid Zoll Joel Ehrenpreis Jesse Schein

We apologize if anyone’s name was left out inadvertently. It is by no means a result of a lack of appreciation on our part. KIDDUSH SPONSORS

Adam & Malkie Wieand Mindy Weinberger Barbara Schur Adam & Malkie Wieand IMO his grandmother, IHO her mother’s IMO her husband IHO Adam & Malkie’s birthdays Gloria Wieand, OBM speedy recovery Leonard Schur, OBM

CHABAD DONOR CARDS

If there is a special occasion or someone to remember, consider using the Chabad Donor Cards for these passages in time.

IMO Sidney Davis, OBM IHO Colleen Shapiro’s IMO Raphael Cohen, OBM IHO Ron & Yardena IMO Ruth Siegel, OBM & Ann Shapiro Expressive Arts Class Ron & Yardena Cohen-Babcock Gary & Marjorie Jeff & Adrienne Davis Rubin & Carolyn Babcock Pinchos & Miriam Wiseman Weinberger Rodriguez

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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS For more information, contact Chabad at 941-752-3030, [email protected], or visit www.chabadofbradenton.com. Thursday, March 8: Purim In Paris Join Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch for Purim Paris at Lane Plaza Two, 1921 Lakewood Ranch Blvd at 6:30 pm. Enjoy a buffet dinner of French cuisine, lively French entertainment, comedy with the Rabbi and Cantor, megillah reading, hamentaschen, and lots more. This program is open to everyone. Admission is $18 per adult, $15 per child. Early bird discounts of $15 adult, $12 child per person on reservations and payment before March 1. Sponsor: $250.

Sunday, March 18: Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Join Chabad at 1 pm for this monumental occasion as it moves into its permanent location on 5712 Lorraine Road. Participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony, enjoy fabulous desserts, and tour the new Chabad House. Children’s activities to be featured as well. Admission is free. Sponsor: $500.

Friday, March 23: Women & Wisdom Shabbat Dinner Honor the learning and accomplishments of the Women & Wisdom ladies with this delicious Shabbat dinner catered by “Delicious Creations” at 7 pm at the new Chabad House. Open to men & women. Admission is $20 adult, $15 child (3-12) and free to women & wisdom ladies. Sponsor the dinner in honor of one of the women for $180.

Friday, April 6: Interactive Passover Seder Join Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch at 7:45 pm the new Chabad House for an enchanting Passover Seder. Relive the exodus, discover the eternal meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a community Seder complete with hand-baked Matzah, wine, and a wonderful dinner spiced with unique traditional customs.

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