Jacob Berman Community Center

מרכז קהילתי ע"ש יעקב ברמן    

Weekly Bulletin: Parashat Ki Tavo 5770 

פרשת כי־תבוא‬‬‬ תש"ע‬
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Kiddush this Shabbat is sponsored by Pennina & Hershel Safer to celebrate the engagement of their daughter Aliza to Doron Karnei-R'em, son of Dassi & Ruby Karnei-R'em of Efrat.
     
  • Kiddush last Shabbat (Ki Teitzei) was donated by Beth & David Shamgar to mark the 20th Anniversary of their joining Berman's.
     
  • Mazal Tov to Mark & Ruth Lavie on the marriage of her daughter Timna to Motti Medina of Rishon Letzion, son of Avi & Gina Medina.
      

  • We regret to announce the passing of Jakob Langbeheim z"l, the father of our member Harry Langbeheim, who died on 13 Elul, 22.8.10, in Zuerich Switzerland. The funeral was Monday evening (23.8.10) in Zuerich. Harry is sitting Shiva in Zuerich until Sunday morning. He can be reached at: 0041442662656 between 17.00-20.00 Tuesday-Thursday and on Friday morning between 11.00-13.00.
    המקום ינחם אותו עם שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים.
    This message is a repeat of earlier e-mail; as of now, all bereavement notices will be repeated in the weekly bulletin.
           
  • The azkara for R' Shmuel Baruch Taube will take place on Sunday the 19th of Elul 29.8.10, 5:30 P.M. at the Rehovot cemetery.
     
  • High Holidays 5771 and Membership Renewal  ימים נוראים תשע"א וחידוש חברות 
    The Rosh-Hashana Letter and the (revised) Seating/Membership Form (.pdf or .xls) have been placed at the top of the Bermanshul homepage. Please order your seats ASAP so as to minimize the last-minute stress on our volunteer gabbaim and to avoid your own disappointment. Also, please let the gabaim know if seats that you have booked will not be needed for some Rosh Hashana or Yom Kippur services.
     
  • The July Board Meeting minutes are now available for viewing (requires member log-in rights).
LOST & FOUND
  • Some weeks ago, someone accidentally switched talitot with Israel Azrieli (apparently while it was placed on the bench next to the gents). Please contact Israel Azrieli to exchange them back.
  • לפני כמה שבועות מישהו החליף בטעות את טליתו עם טליתו של ישראל עזריאלי (כניראה שהונחה על הספסל שליד חדר השירותים)
    נא לפנות לישראל עזריאלי להחלפת הטליתות.
HOSPITALITY, COMINGS & GOINGS
The community wishes to know about new arrivals or people planning to come to Rehovot so that we can welcome them. You may send in their details for the weekly bulletin, to hospitality@bermanshul.org
  • Welcome to all the new members who have joined the shul, most recently:
    • Lynn (052 5238947) & David Sidransky (052 5238946)  ( 4 kids: 18 (boy), 13 (G), 10 (B), 8 (B))
    • Marsha Caspi (through Chaya at  052 6991433)
    • Ronnit & Adam Feiler
    • Sarit is a 30+ chozeret bitshuva who sometimes comes to Bermans. She speaks English and Hebrew. She would like to be invited for any of the Rosh Hashana and Chag Sukkot meals and to sleep over (as she lives at the other end of Rehovot). Please call her at 0527900360


    • Also, just arriving this week on aliyah: Aviva and Shuey Spots 052 8016116. Please invite (4 kids: between 3 and 9 )
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    CALENDAR
  • The "live" calendar below gives a full schedule of official Berman events and other happenings. You can avoid missing events by taking a minute to scroll through the listing. Click on any event to diplay the details.
    Color codes: Berman Events  / Outreach-קהילה /  Other events* /  Localized Hebrew Calendar
    *The Berman Community is not responsible for the propriety of the "Other events". 
  • A number of other Rehovot events are published at www.pirsuma.com
  • Chugim at Havayot Schweitz: For details and schedules see the Havayot Webpage ( www.havayot.co.il).
  • Members organizing private events (e.g. wedding, bar/bat mitzva celebrations etc.) are advised to use the shul calendar as follows:
    1. You can check for a date that does not clash with another event in the community.
    2. You may have your event listed as an anonymous "private event" so that others can avoid scheduling another event at the same time. Please let any board member know or send your request by e-mail to bermanshul@gmail.com.
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    PERSONAL & BASEMENT
    Please note that the Berman Community is not responsible for the Halachic propriety or kashrut of items listed.

    • Job search: I am an ex South African who has been living in Rehovot for the past 16 years. During this time I have been teaching English to both adults and children and am now looking to widen my horizons and change my direction work - wise. If there is anyone who may need a native English speaker with initiative, good organizational skills, a good work ethic and a sense of responsibilty, please get in touch with me at: 08 9351204 / 0545894606. I will be happy to speak to you and to forward my work resume where relevant. Gill Mirman, gillnat@zahav.net.il  
       
    • We are asking you to help a very fine Rehovot family who lives here in Rehovot. The father is institutionalized and totally incapacitated following a serious work accident about six years ago. The mother is raising her large family alone. Some of the children have special needs which give rise to additional financial hardships. Please give generously now so that this family can celebrate the  upcoming chagim in a fitting manner. Tax deductable checks may be made payable to Vaad Harabbanim Keren No. 2752 (Keren Lema'an Achai). You may also donate via a standing order to a Keren Lema'an Achai - Please give your contributions to Gittie Mateh at 5 HaAdmor, Kiriat David, Rehovot. Telephone number for enquiries: 08 941-6733
       
    • Looking for a (paid) lift from Rehovot to Jerusalem (Talpiot), at about 7:30am (3 times a week) and coming back in the afternoons, around 5pm. Please call Tzippora 052-6377113
       
    • Are you looking for a professional seamstress to make just the right dress or outfit for a special occasion? Call Gala: 052-4538508.
       
    • Does anyone have a long narrow table to donate for the local mental health clinic (Briyut Hanefesh)? 1.5 to 2 yards long, less than 20 inches deep. It does NOT need to look pretty, just be sturdy! (Pretty would be a nice bonus!) Chaya 0526991433
       
    • We are taking orders for 100% pure, natural honey. Receive a free wooden honey dipper with any order of one kg or more. Our honey is not warmed and is made from nectar, not sugar. Check prices and details on our website and send us an email with your order. Free delivery to your home in Rehovot.
      Alison and Stephen Epstein
      Black Bear Honey
      Made in Israel with love from above
      http://www.blackbear.co.il
       
    • The Ronen family is selling Lulav and Etrog (4 minim) to benefit families in need through Hod Yisrael.
      Guaranteed excellent quality, low prices -- TOTAL profit goes to families in need.
    • To order a delivery of minim , please use one of these options:
      1. Fill out automatic internet form at given link : Hebrew Form: http://www.hodisrael.org.il/4minim.php
        English Form: http://www.hodisrael.org.il/4minim_eng.php
      2. Send us an email to 4minimrehovot@gmail.com with information requested at the bottom of this e-mail .
      3. Call Amos 0506911760 or Moria 0505962634 . Personal selection also available at Ronen home, Harav Sheber 6, Kiryat David: 08-9411033. Shana tova and t'zku l'mizvot, Ronens
      • זאת השנה השביעית בה אנו מוכרים ארבעת המינים עבור ארגון הוד ישראל, המסייע במגוון דרכים לנזקקים ברחובות.  פרטים באתר של הוד ישראל ;http://www.hodisrael.org.il/4minim.php
         או צור קשר בדוא"ל לכתובת  4minimrehovot@gmail.comm 
        או בטלפון 050‑6911760 / 054‑5962634.
        ניתן גם להגיע למכירה (מבחר גדול של מינים, כולל אתרוגים תימניים) בבית משפחת רונן בכתובת:
         הרב שיבר 6, שכונת קרית דוד, רחובות 08‑94110333