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From the Rabbi |
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 I'm worried about the unusual confluence of Thanksgiving and Hanukkah this year. It's hard to feel the usual mixture of memory and anticipation, because this has never happened before! Memory is no help this year, so we have to rely completely on our imagination to create the magic of Thanksgivukah. To assist you I would like to recommend a superb resource---this issue of Jewish Family Times, a nationally respected publication created by CBB member Nina Gelman-Gans.
Click here to open the Jewish Family Times, and take a few minutes to read through it; it is PACKED with interesting material and ideas which might really help you to create a magical Thanksgivukah, which you and your children will remember for years!
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CBB - Did you know... |
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You can have your latkes and eat turkey, too, with special Thanksgivukkah recipes such as pumpkin latkes, (gluten-free!) sweet potato sufganiyot, and more. More recipes.
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In Our Lives |
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We Mourn:
The passing of Lynne Malenbaum, wife of Mark and mother of Michael and Samuel, on Tuesday, November 19.
Letters of Condolence can be sent to:
Malenbaum Family
119 Hercules Avenue, Lompoc, CA 93436.
Ha’Makom yenahem etkhem betokh she’ar avelei Tziyon ’Yerushalayim.
May God console you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Mazel Tov:
To Ashley & Dan Monser on the birth of Declan William Monser, born on November 21, 2013. At birth he weighed 7lbs 9oz, 19 inches length, head circumference 14.5 inches (a near hospital record for head size).
Monser family is home and settling nicely.
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From the Office |
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Invite a guest for Thanksgiving
We have a senior member who is looking for a spot at someone’s Thanksgiving table. If you have space, or know of someone who does, please email Elizabeth and we will get you details for this very wonderful mitzvah. MANY THANKS!!
CBB December Program Guide
Santa Barbara area temple members will receive the December Program Guide in mail.
Here is a link to it.
You can find monthly program guide, weekly email and VOICES on our website www.cbbsb.org - under the Calendar link on the top bar.
Philippines Typhoon
Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone who has been affected Typhoon Haiyan, which has wrought widespread destruction in the Philippines. With an estimated four million people displaced and over 5200 feared dead, we encourage you to support the relief effort in any way possible. As our tradition teaches, "Saving one life is like saving the world." Please consider donating through The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) General Disaster Relief Fund. They collect donations that will be distributed to aid groups working with those affected by Typhoon Haiyan. Click on the link to make a donation and learn more.
Would you like to volunteer in the Temple office?
We are looking for up to 3 people to volunteer for a weekday morning through mid-March, either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from about 9am to about 12 noon. Main activity is answering phones and helping on other office projects. If you are interested in helping out, please call Audrey at 964-7869 x 113.
Job openings at CBB
We are hiring two new positions: Development & Membership Assistant and Communications Manager.
Please click here for information.
The Stone Soup Team needs volunteers!
Would you enjoy making soup with other CBB volunteers? How about taking time once a month to deliver a simple soup and bread meal to a CBB congregant who is ill, home from the hospital, or experiencing another life transition? Nothing says "we're thinking of you" like a good bowl of Jewish homemade soup! Please contact Elizabeth Gaynes for more details. A kickoff meeting is in the works.
VOICES
The Fall issue of VOICES is available online here.
If you would like to write your story or be a writer for VOICES please contact Deborah Naish.
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The Bronfman Family Jewish Community Center offers a wide variety of activities.
Some are listed below. Please contact the JCC at
(805)957-1115 or email them here, or view the JCC website for
more information.
Shalom Baby Baskets
Expecting a baby or know someone who is? Contact Holly Chadwin or sign up here.
Family Chanukah Party!
Thursday, December 5
5:00-7:00 p.m.
At the BFJCC.
Latkes, stories, crafts, movement games with Justin Iroff of Just 4 Fun Fitness.
Families with children of all ages welcome. FREE!
Bring toiletry and personal items to donate to Angels Bearing Gifts and receive a free raffle ticket to win a fun Chanukah-themed basket or $5/ticket at the party.
For information or to RSVP, contact Holly Chadwin at 805-957-1116 x109 or click here.
7th Annual YAD (Young Adult) Vodka Latke: Lucky 7s, Latkes & Lights!
Saturday, December 7
7:00-11:00 p.m.
Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way
Featuring DJ Audio 77 & dancing, gourmet latke bar, appetizers, open bar, dreidel & casino games, Glohoop light performance!
Cost: $21 by 11/21, or $27 after.
Ages 21-45. For more information click here.
Art at the JCC: Around the World Through Time with the Peace Corps
Sunday, December 8
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Opening Reception:
Promoting international peace and understanding toward diverse ethnic and culture groups, SB Peace Corps Association members will share photos, artwork, and folk art from the 1960’s to the present. For more information click here.
Latkes & Laughter Chanukah Comedy Night
Wednesday, December 11
6:00–7:30 p.m.
With L.A. Comedian Shawn Pelofsky, plus NBC Weatherman & Stand-Up Comic Fritz Coleman.
Also: Emcee Louise “Weezy” Palanker and special performances by JCC Teen Comedy Club students.
At the door: $10 (students/seniors $5) For more information click 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.
Support Your Local Klezmorim:
Kalinka plays klezmer, gypsy, traditional jazz and European café tunes. Our acoustic quartet is ideal for bar mitzvahs, weddings, parties, or other events. We played at the Skirball Cultural Center for their Hanukkah celebration last year and at many weddings and bat mitzvahs. We’d love to play at one of your events. Please contact temple member Fred Nadis at: 805-636-2003
Book reading and signing
Carmen a gypsy geography by
Ninotchka Devorah Bennahum.
Tuesday, December 10
7:00 p.m.
At Granada Books
1224 State Street.
(805) 845-1818.
“A significant study of the intersections
between historiography, musicology,
arthistory, literary theory, religious,
cultural and dance studies,
consolidated in the moving figure of
Carmen, the Gypsy dancer.” —Michelle Heffner Hayes, author of
Flamenco: Conflicting Histories of the Dance.
Upper East/Lower Riviera Duplex for Rent
Beautiful, spacious upstairs duplex with ocean and city views. 1920’s Spanish building with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a relaxing ocean view deck.
Large, open living and dining areas. Large closets, laundry and carport. Water, trash and gardener are included,
$3100 per month.
Contact Matt Fineberg or call at 403-5826.
Looking for short term rental
Congregant Erika Kahn has family visiting from Israel January 28th through February 17th. They are looking for either a small cottage or a room to rent during their stay here. If you have a place available, please contact her here.
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Community Announcements |
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Sevice
Tuesday, November 26th
7:00 p.m. At the First United Methodist Church
(Corner of Garden St. and Anapamu St.)
A communal worship service of gratitude, celebrating our common appreciation for living in this country using the various languages of our faith traditions.
Interfaith Memorial
Saturday December 14th
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This event is in memory of the Sandy Hook victims and it will take place at the Trinity Episcopal Church located at 1500 State Street.
There will be music and a program honoring the children and victims of this mass shooting. The City of Santa Barbara is issuing a proclamation and Clergy and elected officials will be attending.
All are encouraged to attend.
For more information call Dorie Kirtman at (805) 965-7419.
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Plus the whole
CBB musical community
Wednesday, December 4
7:00 p.m.
8th Night of Hanukkah Family Concert
An energetic concert and celebration great for all ages!
Free and open to all.Here’s are links to preview a couple of his great songs:
Hinei Ma Tov & The Hope______________________
Wednesday, December 4
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
A festive Hanukkah celebration for families with Young Children
(Newborn-6). Crafts, food, games and more!
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Friday, December 6
6:00 p.m.
Chinese Food and Jewish Identity…
What is the Connection?
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Saturday, December 7
Torah Study at CBB
9:00 a.m.
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With Karen Franklin
Sunday, December 15th
From 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at CBB
RSVP here.
See details below
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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
Monday, November 25
6:00 p.m. Israeli Dancing at CBB
7:30 p.m. Beginning Hebrew
(Class enrollment closed)
Tuesday, November 26
12:00 p.m. Lunch and
Learn
At Sylvia Glass' home, 862 La Milpita
Please contact Sylvia with any questions at (805) 687-5654
7:00 p.m. Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at FUMC
7:00 p.m. Cancelled for the holiday: Studio Toby
Wednesday, November 27
Happy Hanukkah!
First Night of Hanukkah
No Religious School, Academy, Confirmation or Intermediate
Hebrew
Thursday, November 28
Happy Thanksgiving!
CBB office closed
Friday, November 29
CBB office closed
5:30 p.m. Pre-neg - Join us for wine and cheese
6:00 p.m. Shabbat Evening
Service
7:30 p.m. Oneg Shabbat
Saturday, November 30
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
Hannah Kleidermacher
Bat Mitzvah
Sunday, December 1
No religious School
Monday, December 2
7:00 a.m. Cottage Hospital Minyan in the Sacred Space on the 2nd floor.
12:00 p.m. Poetry Group
6:00 p.m. Israeli Dancing
7:30 p.m. Beginning Hebrew
(Class enrollment closed)
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Looking Ahead |
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Look for more info about
these events as the dates get closer:
Young Family Hanukkah Party at BHY
Wednesday, December 4
5:00-7:00 p.m.
A festive Hanukkah celebration for families with Young Children
(Newborn-6). Crafts, food, games and more!
Hanukkah Concert with Rick Recht
With the CBB musical community
Wednesday, December 4
7:00 p.m.
An energetic concert and celebration.
Free and open to all.
Here’s are links to preview a couple of his great songs:
Hinei Ma Tov & The Hope
Shabbat Guest
Rabbi Samuel K. Joseph
Friday, December 6
6:00 p.m.
Chinese Food and Jewish Identity…
What is the Connection?
Discover Your Roots: Research Strategies for Tracing your Ancestors
Sunday, December 15th
From 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. at CBB
Sponsored by CBB, Sisterhood & the Jewish Genealogy Interest Group of the SB County Genealogical Society.
Join Karen Franklin, a professional genealogist and an exhibit researcher for the Museum of Jewish Heritage in NYC for a captivating event that will teach you how to find out more about your ancestors. Novice and expert researchers alike will enjoy Karen’s “case study” approach to investigating your family history through online resources and archives. There is no guarantee that she will not find a black sheep in your family! Featuring a case study of the families of Rabbi Stone, Rachelle Geiger and Jane Honikman.
RSVP here.
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