CAI Adult Ed – 4:00pm on Wednesday, November 24— Who was Isaiah? Amos? Jeremiah? This year we will continue to introduce important Biblical figures in our continuing Basic Judaism Class. We will read texts from the various prophets and they will be studied in the context of both their historical times and their present spiritual meaning. This class is open to all. The Prophets: Who Are They & What Was Their Message via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84297084858?pwd=S1F6S1ozS2dWNERudTBVZTFsZ3Fadz09
CAI Lay Leadership for Shabbat Services Class - 2:30 - 3:30 pm on Thursdays with Rabbi Jacob. Call the office to sign up.
CAI Giant Hanukkah Menorah Lighting – 6:00pm** on Sunday, November 28 through Sunday, December 5. **Lighting at 4:00pm on Friday, December 3. Honoring different groups of people each night. Dunkin Donuts & hot chocolate for everyone. Must RSVP for Latke Party on December 5 and proof of COVID vaccination is required for the party.
CAI Movie Club – 7:00pm on Tuesday, December 14. Discussion via Zoom of “My Italian Secret: The Forgotten Heroes” is a 2014 documentary film that tells the story of the rescue of thousands of Italian Jews during World War II by ordinary and prominent Italians, including the champion cyclist Gino Bartali. Watch on YouTube, Amazon Prime or borrow from the library. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82739778470?pwd=OHlzcGVab0VaOGpwYUNXTlV2NUlvZz09
CAI Scholar in Your Residence – 7:00pm on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 via Zoom featuring Carol Reichert and her American Peace Corps Experiences. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82807172537?pwd=TldkMnhDdlpCbEVWT0RWZlM4QzMxdz09
NJCC Events
Mural Reveal - “We’re Making the World A Better Place” – 5:00pm on Sunday, November 28. Please join us for this wonderful Hanukkah event including a mural reveal, community voices, musical performance, snacks & gifts. Sponsored by Awesome Newburgh. RSVP to 561-6602.
Chanukah After Party – 6:00pm on Saturday, December 11- Flamenco Workshop, Sephardic Dishes & Drinks. Learn about the Jewish connection to this beautiful dance style with a performance by Anna Georges. Plus a chance to win a weekend stay at Resorts World Catskills $36 per person. RSVP to (845) 562-6601. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
Rae of Light Chair Yoga for Adults—No Yoga on November 23rd. Tuesdays at 12:00pm*** (NEW TIME) with Susan. $5 per class for members.
Mah Jongg – 1:00pm on Mondays in the social hall
Walk Live – 10:00am on Mondays & Wednesdays. Register by calling (845) 564-7422 or nextstepfitness@yahoo.com
NJCC Members Group Play (4 - 6 players) is now available in the gym. Members can reserve the gym for private play, pickleball, and sports practice. The schedule is available online. Reservations must be made through the NJCC office. Email VisitNewburghJcc@gmail.com between 7 AM and 7 PM daily.
TBJ Events:
TBJ Religious & Hebrew School – 4:30pm Hebrew class on Tuesday, November 23. No Religious School on Sunday, November 28.
TBJ Mitzvah Arugah Knitting Group – 7:00 - 9:00pm on Thursday, December 2 in our social hall. No Class on Thursday, November 25. Learn to loom knit winter hats and scarves to be donated to neighbors in need. Sherrill Murray-Lazarus and Stacey Lazarus will gladly work with beginners and pros alike. No cost, but pre-registration is required by calling (845) 562-5516. All are welcome to join this growing circle of “Hookers & Loomers”.
TBJ Friday Night Shabbat Service – 7:30pm on Friday, November 26 in the main sanctuary or via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83263431206
TBJ Torah Study – 9:30am on Saturday, November 27 via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85946112527
TBJ Rosh Chodesh - 6:00pm on Thursday, December 2 at Joan Berkley's home. Please RSVP to (845) 497-3913
Chanukah Latkes Oneg** – Friday, December 3 after services. Must RSVP to 562-5516 by November 26. The Dinner on the First Night of Chanukah on November 28 has been cancelled.
Sisterhood Book Club – 12:00pm on Thursday, January 27 at the Temple. The book is "The Imperfects" by Amy Meyerson. The matriarch of a perfectly imperfect family bequeaths them the perfect diamond -- but is it a family heirloom or stolen treasure?
Kits for Care – With the leaves falling, our thoughts naturally turn to winter and the colder weather. To help those that could use a little extra warmth, we are collecting scarves and socks to be distributed throughout our community. Last year, our intrepid volunteers hung well over a hundred scarfs at locations around the city that were all graciously and anonymously used. All scarves and socks – new or used – handwoven or bought – are appreciated. Please drop them off in the bin in the temple lobby.
OTHER EVENTS
Modern Hebrew Advanced Beginner Class Level 2 – 7:00pm on Tuesdays until January 11, 2022 taught by Mati Fuchs via Zoom. Classes will meet weekly for 12 weeks. Cost: $36 AND You must also purchase Brandeis Modern Hebrew textbook ISBN: 978-1-61168-918-1 on your own. Please contact Doris Kossover, learn.together180@gmail.com with any questions about the class. REGISTER at: https://jewishorangeny.org/jewish-life/modern-hebrew-class-part-2 to attend.
Light Up Orange County – 6:00pm Wednesday, December 1. Join synagogues from across Orange County for a virtual countywide candle lighting from the comfort of your own home. Bring you hanukkiah and together we will sing, learn and #LightUpOrangeCounty. RSVP for the Zoom link at jewishorangeny.org/candelighting. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
Jewish Book Council – 4:00pm via Zoom on Sunday, December 12. Discussion of the book “Mazel Tov: The Story of My Extraordinary Friendship with an Orthodox Jewish Family” by J.S. Margot. Register at jewishorangeny.org/JBC-2021-2022 Sponsored by the Jewish Federal of Greater Orange County.
Meet Rabbi Margie Cella – 3:00pm via Zoom on Sunday, December 19th. Margie Cella is a dynamic second career rabbi who, together with her husband and 2 young children converted to Judaism in 1982. Her Jewish journey gradually led to a deeper commitment to Torah study and observance, and ultimately to the Rabbinical School at the Jewish Theological Seminary. Her story is inspirational and cautionary. She is also well versed in Tanakh, Talmud and Halachah. To register go to: https://jewishorangeny.org/jewish-life/levine-speaker-series The Zoom link will be in your confirmation email. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
CAI Lay Leadership for Shabbat Services Class - 2:30 - 3:30 pm on Thursdays with Rabbi Jacob. Call the office to sign up.
CAI Giant Hanukkah Menorah Lighting – 6:00pm** on Sunday, November 28 through Sunday, December 5. **Lighting at 4:00pm on Friday, December 3. Honoring different groups of people each night. Dunkin Donuts & hot chocolate for everyone. Must RSVP for Latke Party on December 5 and proof of COVID vaccination is required for the party.
CAI Movie Club – 7:00pm on Tuesday, December 14. Discussion via Zoom of “My Italian Secret: The Forgotten Heroes” is a 2014 documentary film that tells the story of the rescue of thousands of Italian Jews during World War II by ordinary and prominent Italians, including the champion cyclist Gino Bartali. Watch on YouTube, Amazon Prime or borrow from the library. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82739778470?pwd=OHlzcGVab0VaOGpwYUNXTlV2NUlvZz09
CAI Scholar in Your Residence – 7:00pm on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 via Zoom featuring Carol Reichert and her American Peace Corps Experiences. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82807172537?pwd=TldkMnhDdlpCbEVWT0RWZlM4QzMxdz09
NJCC Events
Mural Reveal - “We’re Making the World A Better Place” – 5:00pm on Sunday, November 28. Please join us for this wonderful Hanukkah event including a mural reveal, community voices, musical performance, snacks & gifts. Sponsored by Awesome Newburgh. RSVP to 561-6602.
Chanukah After Party – 6:00pm on Saturday, December 11- Flamenco Workshop, Sephardic Dishes & Drinks. Learn about the Jewish connection to this beautiful dance style with a performance by Anna Georges. Plus a chance to win a weekend stay at Resorts World Catskills $36 per person. RSVP to (845) 562-6601. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
Rae of Light Chair Yoga for Adults—No Yoga on November 23rd. Tuesdays at 12:00pm*** (NEW TIME) with Susan. $5 per class for members.
Mah Jongg – 1:00pm on Mondays in the social hall
Walk Live – 10:00am on Mondays & Wednesdays. Register by calling (845) 564-7422 or nextstepfitness@yahoo.com
NJCC Members Group Play (4 - 6 players) is now available in the gym. Members can reserve the gym for private play, pickleball, and sports practice. The schedule is available online. Reservations must be made through the NJCC office. Email VisitNewburghJcc@gmail.com between 7 AM and 7 PM daily.
TBJ Events:
TBJ Religious & Hebrew School – 4:30pm Hebrew class on Tuesday, November 23. No Religious School on Sunday, November 28.
TBJ Mitzvah Arugah Knitting Group – 7:00 - 9:00pm on Thursday, December 2 in our social hall. No Class on Thursday, November 25. Learn to loom knit winter hats and scarves to be donated to neighbors in need. Sherrill Murray-Lazarus and Stacey Lazarus will gladly work with beginners and pros alike. No cost, but pre-registration is required by calling (845) 562-5516. All are welcome to join this growing circle of “Hookers & Loomers”.
TBJ Friday Night Shabbat Service – 7:30pm on Friday, November 26 in the main sanctuary or via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83263431206
TBJ Torah Study – 9:30am on Saturday, November 27 via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85946112527
TBJ Rosh Chodesh - 6:00pm on Thursday, December 2 at Joan Berkley's home. Please RSVP to (845) 497-3913
Chanukah Latkes Oneg** – Friday, December 3 after services. Must RSVP to 562-5516 by November 26. The Dinner on the First Night of Chanukah on November 28 has been cancelled.
Sisterhood Book Club – 12:00pm on Thursday, January 27 at the Temple. The book is "The Imperfects" by Amy Meyerson. The matriarch of a perfectly imperfect family bequeaths them the perfect diamond -- but is it a family heirloom or stolen treasure?
Kits for Care – With the leaves falling, our thoughts naturally turn to winter and the colder weather. To help those that could use a little extra warmth, we are collecting scarves and socks to be distributed throughout our community. Last year, our intrepid volunteers hung well over a hundred scarfs at locations around the city that were all graciously and anonymously used. All scarves and socks – new or used – handwoven or bought – are appreciated. Please drop them off in the bin in the temple lobby.
OTHER EVENTS
Modern Hebrew Advanced Beginner Class Level 2 – 7:00pm on Tuesdays until January 11, 2022 taught by Mati Fuchs via Zoom. Classes will meet weekly for 12 weeks. Cost: $36 AND You must also purchase Brandeis Modern Hebrew textbook ISBN: 978-1-61168-918-1 on your own. Please contact Doris Kossover, learn.together180@gmail.com with any questions about the class. REGISTER at: https://jewishorangeny.org/jewish-life/modern-hebrew-class-part-2 to attend.
Light Up Orange County – 6:00pm Wednesday, December 1. Join synagogues from across Orange County for a virtual countywide candle lighting from the comfort of your own home. Bring you hanukkiah and together we will sing, learn and #LightUpOrangeCounty. RSVP for the Zoom link at jewishorangeny.org/candelighting. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
Jewish Book Council – 4:00pm via Zoom on Sunday, December 12. Discussion of the book “Mazel Tov: The Story of My Extraordinary Friendship with an Orthodox Jewish Family” by J.S. Margot. Register at jewishorangeny.org/JBC-2021-2022 Sponsored by the Jewish Federal of Greater Orange County.
Meet Rabbi Margie Cella – 3:00pm via Zoom on Sunday, December 19th. Margie Cella is a dynamic second career rabbi who, together with her husband and 2 young children converted to Judaism in 1982. Her Jewish journey gradually led to a deeper commitment to Torah study and observance, and ultimately to the Rabbinical School at the Jewish Theological Seminary. Her story is inspirational and cautionary. She is also well versed in Tanakh, Talmud and Halachah. To register go to: https://jewishorangeny.org/jewish-life/levine-speaker-series The Zoom link will be in your confirmation email. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.