Notes from the Shul

Service Times

Friday - 5:30pm at Temple Israel

Saturday - This is our Second Saturday Shabbat. Traditional services will begin at 9:30am in Brody Auditorium. Then the Second Saturday portion of services will begin at 11:00am. We have a very special speaker for this Shabbat - Dov Hoch, the new Executive Director of the Virginia Israel Advisory Board. This is his first public appearance in Hampton Roads since his appointment. This service is open to the public, as are all our services. Please tell your friends and have them come with you.

Sunday - 8:00am at Congregation Beth El, and Sunday evening services are at Temple Israel at 5:45pm.

Monday - Thursday
7:30am at Temple Israel and 5:45pm at Temple Israel (Evening minyan services are at Temple Israel for the month of November.)

If you are planning to attend minyan services to say Kaddish for a love one's yahrtzeit, would you be willing to share some memories with us? This is a new addition to our services, which has been warmly received by everyone.

Sermon Titles

Friday - Reminder - we are "on the road" for Shabbat services, joining the Tidewater Chavurah at the home of Hal and Elaine Levenson

Saturday - Second Saturday Services with Dov Hoch, new Executive Director of the Virginia Israel Advisory Board

Service Leaders

Torah Service - Jacob Brauner

Haftarah - Sheila Panitz

Musaf - Joel Rubin

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Please join us for a kiddush luncheon in Brody Auditorium following services.

Rabbi Panitz will have regular office hours on Tuesdays from 9:15am until noon.

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS AVAILABLE AT TEMPLE ISRAEL

There are several endowment funds at Temple Israel that are for the benefit of Jewish Education, Jewish Camping, Israel Trips and other Jewish Experiential Programs. Some of these grants are now available for any age, including adults. These funds include the Alfred and Herbert Legum Memorial Fund, the Sanford Lefcoe Scholarship Fund and the Snyder Education Fund. Needs basis is given first priority.
If interested in applying for a grant, please contact the synagogue office.

Once again, Temple Israel is participating in the Jewish Family Service Chanukah Gift Program. We have received the information on "our" families and below is the information for the children in the families. Please help these children have a happy Chanukah by purchasing some of the items on their "wish lists". Bring your unwrapped items to the synagogue office by November 14th or you may take them directly to JFS no later than November 16th. Be sure to write the child's number on your item so we make sure the correct child gets the correct gift. Thank you for helping make this a happy Chanukah for these children.

As in the past, we will be helping First Lutheran Church in Ghent with their week of NEST. Our day is December 6th. We previously sent out a schedule of shifts, however, that has changed. We only need food for dinner - we don't need bread or eggs for breakfast. Below is the new shift schedule. Please call the office if you are able to help. Thank you!

December 6 - 5:30pm - 8:00pm - Meal coordinators and cooks - 6 people

December 6 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm - Registration - 2 people

December 6 - 6:00pm - 9:30pm - Evening helpers - 5 people

December 6 - December 7 - 9:30pm - 1:00am - First overnight shift - 3 people

December 7 - 1:00am - 5:00am - Second overnight shift - 3 people

December 7 - 5:00am - 7:00am - Early morning/breakfast shift - 3 people

Just a reminder - if you would like to come in and cook something special for a Shabbat kiddush luncheon, just let the office know. We will be happy to check your food in and show you around the kitchen. Maybe you have a special dish that you would like to share with the congregation - you're more than welcome to come in and prepare it during office hours. And the congregation certainly would like to try it!

Our morning minyan could use your help!

A number of our regulars are unable to attend due to illness, and some mornings we are not able to make 10 people. It's particularly important on Mondays and Thursdays when we read Torah, but there are people every day who need to say kaddish. Please look at your schedule and pick one morning a week to come to our 7:30am minyan - it's only 30 - 60 minutes and you will be doing a mitzvah by allowing people the opportunity to say kaddish for a loved one.

NOVEMBER 10 - NOVEMBER 16

NOVEMBER 15

Joe Weinbrob

NOVEMBER 16

Samuel Fox

NOVEMBER 10

Nathan and Beth Brauner

If you would like to be a shomer, please give the office a call so we can add you to the list. Shomrim sit with a deceased after they have been shrouded and before the funeral so that they are never alone. If you would like more information, please give the office a call at 489-4550.

Our next blood drive is November 11th at Second Presbyterian Church on Hampton Boulevard. PLEASE, if you are able to give, come and give blood. You can go online and schedule your appointment (enter the word Faithful which will take you to the correct blood drive) or just come that day, beginning at 9:00am. If you are able to volunteer to help with registration, please contact Eitan Mor. There is such a huge need right now with Hurricanes Florence and Michael - the Red Cross needs you.

LADIES, PLEASE DON'T THROW AWAY YOUR OLD MASCARA - BRING IT TO OUR OFFICE SO WE CAN CLEAN THE BRUSHES AND PASS IT ALONG TO THE WILDLIFE REHABILITATOR WHO WILL USE THEM TO CLEAN THE BABY ANIMALS SHE GETS. SHE CAN ALSO USE PUPPY PIDDLE PADS AND 75 WATT INFRARED LIGHT BULBS.

WE WILL COLLECT THESE ITEMS ALL YEAR, SO PLEASE DROP THEM OFF AT THE OFFICE.

The next time you're at the synagogue, be sure to look at our Pet Memorial Board.
It's located on the stair wall as you go up to Brody Auditorium.
It's a wonderful way to remember your beloved pet.

We have a new

MITZVAH OF THE YEAR

The Salvation Army needs the community's help for their new 'Diaper Pantry'

The Salvation Army is creating a "diaper pantry" to help families with young children. Diapers are one of the most expensive items families need to purchase, so we are helping them fill their "diaper pantry" by collecting here at Temple Israel. So, the next time you're at the store, pick up a package of diapers and drop it at the synagogue office. You will be helping struggling families who are just trying to make ends meet.

As always, thank you for your generosity and kindness.

AmazonSmile and Temple Israel

What is AmazonSmile? - an easy way for you to support Temple Israel every time you shop, at no cost to you! When you log on to https://smile.amazon.com you will find the exact same low prices, selection, and convenience of shopping at Amazon.com - with the bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase to Temple Israel.

Can I use my existing Amazon.com account on AmazonSmile? YES!! You use the same account. Your shopping cart, wish lists, wedding registry and other account settings will all be the same.

How do I select Temple Israel as my charity of choice on AmazonSmile? On your first visit to AmazonSmile, you will need to select a charitable organization to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. Amazon remembers your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at AmazonSmile will result in a donation. If you use this link, it will take you directly to Temple Israel so you won't have to search through all the charitable organizations.
https://smile.amazon.com/ch/54-0563380

How much of my purchase does Amazon donate? The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases. The purchase price is the amount paid for the item minus any rebates and excluding shipping and handling, gift wrapping fees, taxes or service charges. While this may sound small, with over 300 families receiving this email, the amount could really add up!

Finally, How do I shop at AmazonSmile? Simply to go smile.amazon.com from your web browser or mobile device. It's that simple! Make sure to bookmark the link so it's even easier for you to return to the website and begin shopping.

The Men's Chevra Kaddisha is looking for volunteers.

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Participating on the Chevra Kaddisha is the highest form of a mitzvah you can perform. You are the last contact the deceased has before the funeral and you are the one who ensures they have a proper Jewish burial. It is one of the most rewarding acts you will ever do. If you are interested, or have questions, please contact Larry Stein.

THE TEMPLE ISRAEL GIFT SHOP

We've just received a new shipment of some beautiful items for the Temple Israel gift shop. Do you need a gift for someone, or maybe just a treat for yourself? Come check out what your Temple Israel gift shop has to offer.

And we still have some great items in our L'Dor v'Dor Section.

We accept donations for our L'Dor v'Dor section of the gift shop all year long. Please consider any of the following items:

Menorahs
Dreidels
Torah Pointers
Seder and Matzah Plates
Tzedakah Boxes
Shabbat Candlesticks
Kiddush Cups
Challah Plates
Graggers for Purim
Jewish-themed Children's Books

If your item(s) has a special history or meaning attached to it, please write down the information and turn it into the office with your "treasure". We would love to be able to share its story!

All items donated are tax deductible.

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

For $18.00, you can plant a tree in Israel
IN HONOR of a family member, friend, group or event
OR
IN MEMORY of a family member or friend

Make your check payable to Temple Israel with a note that it is for the JNF Tree Center and who/what it is IN HONOR of or IN MEMORY of. If you go to their website, www.jnf.org/jnf-tree-planting-center, you can select a certificate/tree location. If you would like a specific certificate or location, let us know when you send in your check. We will send JNF everyone's requests.

For something completely different, you can plant a grapevine for someone, just as you would plant a tree.

Plant a vine in Israel.

Do good today!

Wine on the Vine (WOTV) is an exciting new way to:

Give to truly remarkable charities in Israel
Assist the rebirth of Israel’s ancient winemaking tradition
Organically and physically connect to the Land of Israel
Support Israel’s cultural outreach to the world

All contributions are tax-deductible for US tax-payers.

For more information, go to www.wineonthevine.org

UPCOMING EVENTS

Thursday, November 8th
Sisterhood Paid Up Membership Dinner 5:30pm

Friday, November 9th
Shabbat Services with the Tidewater Chavurah at the home of Harold and Elaine Levenson

Saturday, November 10th
Second Saturday Services in Brody Auditorium

Sunday, November 11th
Blood Drive at Second Presbyterian on Hampton Boulevard 9:00am - 2:00pm

Monday, November 12th
Office Closed for Veterans Day
Torah at the Beach at the home of Elaine and Hal Levenson In light of recent events, the topic for this evening will be "What Is The Origin Of Anti-Semitism?" In December, the group will continue with "What Is The Origin Of Our Prayers?" 7:30pm

Tuesday, November 13th
Class with Rabbi Panitz in Sandler Hall 8:15am
Board Meeting 7:30pm

Thursday, November 15th
Rabbi Panitz will be speaking at Virginia Wesleyan University on the topic of Jewish wedding customs. Open to the public 11:00am

Saturday, November 17th
Birthday and Anniversary Shabbat 9:30am
Kiddush is being sponsored by Jane and Richard Popkin, in honor of their 35th wedding anniversary and Jane's 64th birthday. Mazel Tov!

Movie night at Temple Israel
Rabbi Panitz will be showing the Israeli movie "Walk on Water"
This movie is rated R
The evening will begin at 7:30pm

Sunday, November 18th
The Norfolk Half Marathon will be in Ghent in the morning. There will be many streets blocked off, so if you need to go anywhere in Ghent, please check to make sure you can get there.

These are the yahrzeits for the coming week. Please read through them. If you see someone you recognize, come to minyan. As a community, it is our honor to remember.

YAHRZEITS
NOVEMBER 10 - NOVEMBER 16

NOVEMBER 10

Yetta Fink
George Levine
Gaby Maya Naym

NOVEMBER 11

Bertha Knepler
David Sheffer

NOVEMBER 12

Carole Morrison
John Neely

NOVEMBER 13

Samuel Chapel
Isadore Green
Jacob Slavin
Clair Yaniv

NOVEMBER 14

Julia Goldsticker
Alberto Nessim
Solomon Ponizovskiy

NOVEMBER 15

Edith Blacher
Herbert Bonnie
Bessie Legum
Rosa Legum

NOVEMBER 16

Faith King
Camille Klein
Sam Marcus
Sophie Salzberg