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 There is no doubt that these past two weeks have been quite remarkable. From the turmoil in the Middle East to some of the most unprecedented Supreme Court decisions in recent history—this summer feels different. While things are supposed to be quieter during this time of year, the world seems to be heating up in a significant way.
And yet, my story begins tonight over ten years ago. I was starting to get annoyed. When I went off to college—to the East Coast—my best friend went off to college to the West Coast. While I would call her every month or so, she stopped returning my phone calls. I wanted to share with her all the thoughts and craziness that one feels as a freshman in college. Weeks turned into months and months turned into years, and I was lucky to have heard from her every four to six months.
But when we did connect, it was like nothing had changed. As one of three Jewish kids growing up in my class we had been best friends since we were in kindergarten. In fact, we even became the first girls to play on our little league baseball team. When it came to my bat mitzvah, she was my saving grace because she taught me most of my aliyot about three days before the big day.
She was my best friend and we were like sisters. So after trying so hard to stay in contact with her—I finally just let it go. That was until one day in my sophomore or junior year, we were home for the summer and she said—“we have to talk.” Continue Reading...
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The Summer Issue of Voices is now available online and is on its way to CBB members' mailboxes! Click Here to see the online version.
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We Mourn:
It is with profound sadness we mourn the passing of Sidney Singer, brother of Margaret Singer.
Letters of condolence may be sent to:
Margaret Singer
740 Garden Street #H
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
It is with profound sadness we mourn the passing of Mark Toscher, husband of Pam, father of Loren and Allyson.
A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, July 9 at 12:30 p.m. at Congregation B’nai B’rith. Interment will immediately follow at Santa Barbara Cemetery. Shiva Minyans will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the Toscher home:
225 Butterfly Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
Letters of condolence may be sent to Mark’s family at:
Pam Toscher
225 Butterfly Lane
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Ha’Makom yenahem etkhem betokh she’ar avelei Tziyon v’Yerushalayim.
May God console you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem
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Sonia Holtzman, who grew up at CBB, visited the Ubumwe Preschool while participating in the International Deaf Education Advocacy & Leadership Program. For more information on the program, and to see photos of Sonia's visit. Click Here.
We are looking for a Part-Time Front Office Receptionist. If you or someone you know is looking for a job, click here for more information.
Do a Mitzvah, Cook a Meal!
As Nina Gelman-Gans continues to recover from her recent horseback riding accident, she is in particular need of assistance with transportation for herself and her children, as well as assistance with other tasks such as grocery shopping and meal preparation. The Gelman-Gans have set up a website allowing us to offer help, which requires a simple two-step process. Step one: register as a community member -- you will then receive a confirmation email allowing you to proceed to -- Step two: sign up to help. To view the website to assist click here. If these options do not fit in your schedule, the Gelman-Gans would also appreciate invitations to Shabbat dinner.
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The Jewish Community Center offers a wide variety of activities. Some are listed below. Please contact the JCC at (805)957-1115 or info@sbjf.org, or view the JCC website for more information
New class! Just 4 Fun Fitness
With BHY Teacher, Justin Iroff
Get your little ones running, jumping, throwing, tumbling and having fun!
Mondays, 10:00-11:00 am: Fitness & Movement with an adult (starts 7/1) 0-5 years Beginning Sports Skills
Thursdays, 3:45-4:45 pm: drop off (starts 7/11)
3 1/2-5 year olds.
Cost varies, check the webpage.
Movie Night! Family Band: The Cowsills Story
A film by Louise Palanker
Thursday, July 18
6:00-8:30 p.m.
The Cowsills are the real life inspiration behind The Partridge Family. Their public image was talent and charm. Their private reality was secrets and fear. Learn what happened to The Cowsills. Donations accepted. Click Here for More Information.
Come Wine With Us At The...
Young Adult (YAD) Urban Wine Tasting Tour and Picnic
Sunday, July 21
2:00-7:00 p.m.
2 urban funk zone wineries and a picnic at the beach.
Cost $25, includes 2 tastings, appetizers and prize drawing entry.
Ages 21-40s. Click Here for more information.
Shalom Baby Baskets
Expecting a baby or know someone who is? Contact Coordinator Corin Koren at 957-1115 x109 or sign up here.
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Please email Bulletin Board submissions to Samantha Silverman at samantha@cbbsb.org by Wednesday for inclusion in the following Monday email.
Rental Wanted:
Mother of two recently moved to Santa Barbara from NJ. Looking for a 3 bedroom rental starting July or August. Open to all locations. Please call (404) 550-8583 or email Jill Spear: jillispear99@gmail.com.
A temple member, a single woman, is looking for a room to rent for her and her dog. Will help with cooking and cleaning. Please contact KarenHP@cox.net or (805) 866-0375.
Long time local, responsible middle aged woman seeking housing in exchange for services by August 1. Experienced in elder care, companionship, personal assisting and administration and property management. Resume available on request, happy to provide references from CBB members and others. Please contact Deb at dubness@cox.net. (805) 966-3615.
Car Wanted:
Seeking a used car with A/C, preferably a Honda or Toyota.
Contact Violet at: 1353111@gmail.com
Instruction wanted:
Seeking assistance with learning Excel. Flexible Hours. $9 per hour. Near La Cumbre Shopping Center. Call Leonard Kirtman at
(805) 569-5402.
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Camp Haverim is back for its 9th season!
Once again, Camp Haverim will meet at the spectacular scenic Cate School for a vibrant summer of camp activities infused with Jewish culture and celebration!
Two - 2 week sessions: 9 am to 3 pm. Session I: July 15 - July 26 Session II: July 29 - August 9. For more information, contact Itzik Ben-Sasson or click here.
In the vineyard & On the Farm
Dine with the Winemaker, Chef, and Farmer
Sponsored by the Santa Ynez Valley Jewish Community
Saturday, July 20
4:30 p.m.
Bernat Family Vineyard, Los Olivos, CA
Debby & Shu Takikawa’s produce
Menu created and prepared by Chef Chris Joslyn of the Los Olivos Café
$125 includes tax and gratuity
Contact Lindsey Nicastro: at 805.757.1435 or Click Here.
50 Children: The Rescue Mission of Mr. and Mrs. Kraus
An HBO Documentary Film
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
7:00-9:00 p.m.
This documentary features childhood movies of our CBB member, Edie Ostern, from her early years in Vienna. It is a unique story of an American couple who, in 1939, traveled into the heart of the Nazi empire to rescue fifty children from Nazi-controlled Vienna.
Watch the film. Meet Steven Pressman, the producer, writer and director. Click Here to learn more about the film. Admission is free.
Allan Hancock College, Lompoc Valley Center, Room 3114
Please RSVP by July 19, to 805-717-3085 or Click Here.
This film will also be shown at the Bacara Resort & Spa. Details will follow soon.
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With Guest Speaker, Rabbi Levi Potash
Wednesday, July 10
7:00 p.m.
Click Here for more information.
Sunday, July 21 at 7:00 pm
Outdoor patio of Congregation B'nai B'rith
Tu B'Av (15th of the month of Av) is known as the "Holiday of Love" in the Jewish Calendar.
Bring your own food and beverage and people you love as Cantors Childs, Caro and Saltzman sing you love songs
under the full moon of "Av".
No cover charge, but please call the Temple office to reserve your seats at a table: (805) 964-7869
In late July, Marian and Rabbi Steve Cohen will be setting off into the wilderness to hike 222 miles of the John Muir Trail. Every Step they take will help us raise funds for the Emergency Medical Relief (EMR) Fund, supported by a community-wide collaboration.
To learn more about the Sole 2 Soul Fundraiser, Click Here.
To donate, Click Here.
Come join us for Sangria and Snacks
5:30 p.m.
Shabbat Evening Service
6:00 p.m.
Parents, bring your children.
Complementary childcare is available in BHY!
Please RSVP for childcare to samantha@cbbsb.org
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To get more information on any of the events or minyanim listed, please click on the name or visit www.cbbsb.org
Monday, July 8
6:00 p.m. Israeli Dancing at Oak Park
Click here for an online schedule for Israeli Dancing
Tuesday, July 9
12:00 p.m. Lunch & Learn
At Sylvia Glass' home, 862 La Milpita. Please contact Sylvia with any questions at (805) 687-5654.
7:00 p.m. Studio Toby
Join us for an evening of crafts and fun! Bring your own craft of choice and join in on the warm and friendly conversation. For more information, contact Jana Brody at (805) 968-8281, or click here.
Wednesday, July 10
8:30 a.m. Misty Mountain Minyan
7:00 p.m. Effective Kabbalah Wisdom that Works
With Guest Speaker, Rabbi Levi Potash
Click Here for more information.
Friday, July 12
Summer Services in Abrahams Outdoor Chapel.
5:30 p.m. Pre-Neg Sangria and Snacks
6:00 p.m. Shabbat Evening Service
Childcare available! RSVP to Samantha@cbbsb.org
Saturday, July 13
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
Sunday, July 14
Hadassah Brunch - Fress with Fritz
10:30am-1:00pm
Renowned weatherman and nationally known comedian for
NBC4 Los Angeles. $18 and all proceeds go to Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower in Hadassah Hospital.
RSVP to Cheryll Welkowsky 967-9651
Monday, July 15
7:00 a.m. Cottage Hospital Minyan in the Sacred Space
6:00 p.m. Israeli Dancing at Oak Park
Click here for an online schedule for Israeli Dancing
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tisha B’Av Observance
An evening of reflection, music, prayer and study lead by Rabbi Suzy Stone and Cantor Mark Childs. Tisha B’Av is the Jewish day of sorrow, commemorating the destruction of the ancient Temple in Jerusalem. Judaism calls us to feel the entire range of human emotions, from bitter grief to ecstatic joy.
On Tisha B’Av we open ourselves to sadness, and begin our journey toward the spiritual heights of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
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Look for more info about
these events as the dates get closer:
Flor De Canela Oneg Shabbat Concert
Friday, July 19
An Oneg Shabbat Concert with Sephardic ensemble Flor De Canela will follow our outdoor Shabbat service.
Tu B'Av - The Jewish Day of Love
Sunday, July 21
7:00 p.m.
We will celebrate with an outdoor picnic and a concert of love songs (Jewish and secular) with Cantor Mark Childs and two of his friends from Los Angeles, Cantor Susan Caro and Cantor Mark Saltzman.
Oy Vey Ole!
Sisterhood Fiesta Style Potluck Lunch
Wednesday, August 7
11:30 a.m.
All Dishes Welcome! We will have separate tables for Dairy, Beef and Chicken (we have received special clergy-clearance for combining cheese and chicken for this event!).
RSVP to Wilma Chortkoff: 967-4527 or to
Natalie Gaynes: 967-5803
Annual Jewish Community Picnic in Tucker’s Grove
Sunday, August 25th
11:30-3pm.
$10 for Adults. $5 for children 6-12. Free for children 5 and younger.
Plenty of food, games, a bouncy house and fun for the whole family!
Skofield Park Family Campout
Sleep under the stars with CBB friends and family
Overnight
Sunday, September 1
Through Breakfast
Monday, September 2
Click Here to register.
The Althea Stroum and Pat Glazer Memorial
CBB Family Camp
October 25, 26, and 27
Brandeis-Bardin in Thousand Oaks
Click Here for more information
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