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From the Rabbi |
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We're back! August, the summer, my sabbatical, Marian's and my long-distance trek, the short but sweet Family Campout in Skofield Park are all now rapidly receding into the past. And Rosh HaShanah is here already.
I can't resist a Sierra Nevada metaphor: The river of time is flowing swiftly!
The festivals (Rosh HaShanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot and the rest) are stepping stones across the river, upon which we gain our footing. Without our festival stepping stones, the river of time might sweep us away.
Marian and I send you our warmest wishes for the New Year.
May it be for you and for those you love a year of happiness, good health, creativity, adventure and peace. See you in shul!
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Rabbi Steve Cohen
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CBB - Did you know... |
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The High Holy Days are a time of acknowledgement of others, appreciation for what we have, and sometimes, of transition.
Marian Grodel has been our amazing Caretaker and living here at CBB, for 25 years. We are grateful to him for all he has done for CBB. Marian will complete his time as our Caretaker at the end of this month. On Friday night, September 20th, we will honor him and his dedication to our community during our Shabbat service, (begins at 6 pm) followed by a special Oneg in our Sukkah.
We are creating a Memory Book for Marian and we invite you to honor him with your personal message. Please send an email to reception@cbbsb.org with your short message and if you like, a photo, to be included in this book. |
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In Our Lives |
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Mazel Tov:
To Margaret Singer, whose art works are featured in the local exhibit, "Pure Passion, Three Women, One Passion."
CASA Gallery
23 East Cannon Perdido Street
September 5-27, 2013
First Thursday Reception September 5th, 5-8 p.m.
We Mourn:
The passing of Jerry Taran, Sissy Taran's, brother-in-law, uncle to Nadine, Francine, and Tiffany.
He passed peacefully on August 27, 2013.
The passing of William Bernard, brother of Marlyn Bernard Bernstein.
Letters of condolence may be sent to:
Marlyn Bernard Bernstein
5505 Camino Cerralvo
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
The passing of Ruth Levine, mother of Richard Levine, mother in law of Nicole Levine, grandmother of Scott and Jenna. Ruth passed away on Saturday.
A memorial service will be held at Maravilla in the near future.
Letters of condolence may be sent to:
Richard and Nicole Levine
1918 El Camino De La Luz
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
The passing of Thomas Bulone, son of Roma Singell.
Letters of condolence may be sent to:
Roman Singell 105 W. Sola St. #118
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Ha’Makom yenahem etkhem betokh she’ar avelei Tziyon ’Yerushalayim.
May God console you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
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High Holy Days at CBB
Check out a complete listing of our High Holy Day Programs
High Holy Day Childcare & Religious School Programs RSVP here
Not a member of CBB and interested in attending High Holy Day services as a guest?
Call 805-964-7869 for information.
Community Yom Kippur Break Fast
Saturday, September 14
Approx 7:15 p.m.
You are warmly invited to CBB's Community Break Fast. Long-time members Barbara & David Mizes welcome you into their home. Bring your friends and family. Call us at 805-964-7869 to RSVP or email Elizabeth.
Tequila G'dolah TRIBE Break Fast
Saturday, September 14
7:30 p.m.
Join fellow 20 and 30 somethings for a festive break fast. Visit our Facebook page to sign up and receive up to date information Here.
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From the Office |
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Sisterhood Book Sale:
Save your books for donation to our book sale during the Hanukkah Boutique on November 17
Yoni Returns!
Yoni Khalatnik a recent graduate of our partner, the Leo Baeck Education Center in Haifa, Israel, is currently here as our CBB
Israeli-in-Residence, for the month of September. We are thrilled to welcome Yoni back for this extended stay, after his brief visit to our community during the Summer of 2012. He will participate in several CBB programs throughout the month, including Israel Connections on Tuesdays, Sept 10th and 17th.
Please see details in Looking Ahead and the web page with a bio about Yoni, as well as his schedule. Check back for updates. Thank you very much to Ellen Raede for her masterful coordination of this visit, an anonymous donor for their generous sponsorship, and the Goldberg family for hosting Yoni. Contact Ellen with any questions.
A family in our Movement needs your support
Ethan Kadish is a 13-year-old boy in great need of the Reform Jewish community’s help.
On June 29, 2013, the afternoon peace of Shabbat at URJ Goldman Union Camp Institute (GUCI) in Zionsville, IN, was shattered by a lightning strike that left three campers unresponsive on the athletic field. Thanks to the skill, courage, and quick thinking of the GUCI staff, all three campers made it to the hospital and survived this unimaginable tragedy. Two of the children have recovered and returned home. Ethan is still in the hospital. A fundraising campaign in his honor has been launched with HelpHOPELive, a nonprofit organization that assists those who have sustained catastrophic injury, to raise money for their injury related expenses. Read more from URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs or visit Ethan’s page
Sisterhood Cook Books Available Now:
The High Holy Days are almost here. Do these words conjure up memories for you? Of the aromas of your bubbe's kitchen? Your mother's? Your own? Sisterhood has just the cook book that will help you to recreate some of the wonderful traditional foods that may take you back in time. It is the masterful collection of recipes by CBB's Sisterhood titled L'Dor L'Dor, from generation to generation. Contact Marti Schwartz to purchase one, 805-967-3271.
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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.
Art at the JCC: Santa Barbara Art Association
Opening Reception: Sun, Sept. 8, 2-4 pm
Live Music with Flor de Kanela!
For more information click Here
THE KNITZVAH PROJECT: Calling all knitters and crafters! Please help us welcome Jewish babies into our community by donating special hand-made items for Shalom Baby Baskets. Please deliver items to the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara: 524 Chapala Street. For more information please contact Holly Chadwin
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
Cost varies, check the webpage.
Shalom Baby Baskets
Expecting a baby or know someone who is? Contact Holly Chadwin or sign up here.
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The CBB Bulletin Board |
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Please email Bulletin Board submissions by Wednesday for inclusion in the following Monday email. Ads will run for three weeks, at which point they must be re-submitted for continued inclusion on our website.
Click Here for more information and to view past ads.
Housing for December wanted
We are looking to rent an apartment or small cottage/house preferably furnished, for the month. Please email Rebecca Metzger or call
805-845-8331.
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Community Announcements |
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Alliance for Living and Dying Well’s Third Fall Film Series
September 20 and 27, and October 4
7:00 p.m.
The Unitarian Society, 1535 Santa Barbara Street
End-of-life as a time of personal growth for everyone involved is the theme of the Alliance for Living and Dying Well’s fall film series. Three entertaining and absorbing films will be shown, small group discussions to follow. Free admission. For information call 845-5314.
Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life
October 10
10:00 a.m.
Rabbi Suzy Stone will be leading at an interfaith discussion group on the role of compassion in the Jewish tradition at the First Presbyterian Church. She is one clergy among many in town who are participating in lecture series based on a book by Karen Armstrong, entitled Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life. If you would like to attend the lecture on October 10th or sign up for the entire series, please RSVP by contacting the Word and Life coordinator Bob Doering at 805-450-3424 or by email. For more information Click Here. |
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Erev Rosh Hashanah:
Wednesday, September 4
6 pm and 8:15 pm
Rosh Hashanah Day:
Thursday, September 5
Morning services:
8:30 am and 11:00 am
Tashlich at Goleta Beach:
2:30 pm
For additional details see our online guide
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Yoni Khalatnik
two great Tuesday evenings at 7 pm
September 10
Human Rights In Israel: Laws,
Enforcement, and Friction Points
September 17
You are in the Army Now!
How the IDF Really Works
Learn more about Yoni and see his schedule here.
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We have many opportunities for you to spend time in our Sukkah. click here for the full schedule.
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Marian and Rabbi Steve Cohen
have returned home. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Emergency Medical Relief Fund. We raised just over to $20,000.
You can still contribute to ensure we have the funds to support
members of our community.
Learn More about the Sole 2 Soul Fundraiser.
Donate Here.
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This Week at Congregation B'nai
B'rith |
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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
7:00 p.m. Studio Toby
Calling all crafters! Meet other creatives in a warm and friendly environment – and make some progress on your current projects. Newcomers are welcome! Questions? Contact Jana Brody at (805) 968-8281, or Email.
Wednesday, September 4
Erev Rosh Hashanah
6:00 p.m. Early service
8:15 p.m. Late service
Rosh Hashanah
Thursday, September 5
8:30 a.m. Early service
11:00 a.m. Late service
Additional information in our High Holy Day Program
Friday, September 6
10:00 a.m. Rosh Hashanah
2nd Day Service at Hillel
5:30 pm Pre-Neg Wine & Cheese
6:00 pm Shabbat T'Shuva
Service in the Girsh-Hochman Sanctuary, will be led by Rob Raede and Judy Mannaberg Goldman.
Yoni Khalatnik, our Israeli-in-Residence, will give the sermon.
Saturday, September 7
9:00 a.m. Torah Study with Rabbi Cohen
10:30 a.m. Shabbat T'Shuva Service
Monday, September 9
7:00 a.m.
Cottage Hospital Minyan in the Sacred Space
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Looking Ahead |
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Look for more info about
these events as the dates get closer:
Israel Connections:
Conversations with CBB Israeli-in-Residence
Yoni Khalatnik
Tuesday, September 10
7:00 pm
Human Rights in Israel: Laws,
Enforcement and Friction Points
Tuesday, September 17
7:00 p.m.
You are in the Army Now!
How the IDF Really Works
Click here for more information about Yoni and his schedule
Studio Toby
September 17
7:00 p.m.
"Sukkah Decorating Crafts Night"
First night of Sukkot
Community night in the Sukkah
Wednesday, September 18
5:30 p.m.
Bring your own dinner to enjoy in the Sukkah. Stay and learn about the luluv and etrog.
Jewish Book Club
Sunday, September 22
9:30 a.m. Nosh
10:00 a.m. Discussion
Facilated by UCLA Professor Charles Lynn Batten
This Month's Book:
Mysteries of Pittsburgh
by Michael Chabon
9:30 a.m
First day of Religious School
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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