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Metro Detroit The Premier Directory and Savings Guide for the Jewish Home FREE Issue 101 - April 2012 Complete Body Repair & Paint 30 Years Experience Your Lease Turn in Specialist Pick-up on Friday, Deliver on Sunday All Insurance Accepted Now a member of Trade First Body by Mark Call MARK SHAY cell: (734) 323-8723 office: (810) 229-2746 24777 Greenfield Road Southfield, MI 48075 (248)557-1818 www.lincorpconstruction.com 248-788-4950 or email [email protected] From smart updates to your dream makeover Need More Room? Lincorp Construction can add the space your family needs Kitchens, Baths Basements and Additions Specializing in DAVID’S HEATING & COOLING RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL 248-443-6590

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Metro DetroitThe Premier Directory and Savings Guide for the Jewish Home

FREEIssue 101 - April 2012

Complete Body Repair amp Paint30 Years Experience

Your Lease Turn in SpecialistPick-up on Friday Deliver on Sunday

All Insurance AcceptedNow a member of Trade First

Body by Mark

Call MARK SHAYcell (734) 323-8723

office (810) 229-2746

24777 Greenfield Road Southfield MI 48075 (248)557-1818

wwwlincorpconstructioncom

248-788-4950or email Ronlincorpconstructioncom

From smart updates to your dream makeover

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Need More Room

Lincorp Constructioncan add the space your

family needs

Kitchens Baths Basements

and Additions

Specializing in

DAVIDrsquoSHEATING

amp COOLING

RESIDENTIAL ampCOMMERCIAL

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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The Best Steak

Have a recipe you would like to share Send it to Detroitlinksgmailcom

Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

Put steak into Ziploc plastic bag Pour olive oil into Ziploc bad and move the bag around to let the oil saturate the steak Rub minced garlic on both sides of steak Sprinkle remaining spices and soy sauce Let the steak marinate in refrigerator for at least one hour

Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

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1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

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Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

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Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

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Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

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Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

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from Israel Italy Chile

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and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

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call Meira 516-426-5137

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Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

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TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 17

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

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Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

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Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

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Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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lack health insurance Do You

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Have a recipe you would like to share Send it to Detroitlinksgmailcom

Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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SEEKING WORK

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 17

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Have a recipe you would like to share Send it to Detroitlinksgmailcom

Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

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Yesod

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Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

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AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

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1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

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Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

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Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

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Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

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from Israel Italy Chile

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call Meira 516-426-5137

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Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

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Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

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DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

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Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 17

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

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Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

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Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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lack health insurance Do You

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

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TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

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Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

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SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 17

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

wwwtorahorg

Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

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Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

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Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

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Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

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Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

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Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

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Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

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TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

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1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

715 MKSM Aish Huntington Woods800 KSM ndash Ridgecliff (420-831)+50 Shekia Maariv - Minyan Avreichim+72 Shekia Maariv - Yeshiva Gedolah

Mon ndashThu onlyNot on Sunday ^ Only when school is in session + Time changes with later Shekia Earlier on Rosh Chodesh

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

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Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

715 MKSM Aish Huntington Woods800 KSM ndash Ridgecliff (420-831)+50 Shekia Maariv - Minyan Avreichim+72 Shekia Maariv - Yeshiva Gedolah

Mon ndashThu onlyNot on Sunday ^ Only when school is in session + Time changes with later Shekia Earlier on Rosh Chodesh

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Call 248 635-6814 to make a convenient appointment

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

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Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

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call Meira 516-426-5137

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YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 17

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

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Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

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Dissolve yeast in water and 1 Tbsp sugar Mix well and let stand for 5 minutes in separate bowlMix flour sugar amp salt Add eggs oil amp yeast mixture and mix immediately Mixknead for 10-12 minutes (This can be done by hand or by machine)Cover and let it rise for 1frac12-2 hrs Punch down and knead for 1 minute Take off a piece of dough to be burntShape Cover amp let rise for 20-30 minutesShmear egg on top of loaves and add toppings of your choiceBake at 350ordm for 30-60 minutes ndash depending on loaf size

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

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call Meira 516-426-5137

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 17

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Playing With FireBY RABBI MORDECHAI KAMENETZKY

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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It was the best of times It was the worst of times The Mishkan (tabernacle) was finally completed

and the celebration had begun Ahron the High Priest and his children brought special offerings and the joy of accomplishment permeated the camp of the Jewish Nation Then tragedy stuck Ahronrsquos two sons Nadav and Avihu brought an offering that the Torah characterizes as ldquoan alien fire that Hashem had not commanded A fire went out from before Hashem and consumed them and they died before Hashemrdquo (Leviticus 101-3)

Varying Talmudic and Medrashic opinions argue as to what exact sin they committed Some commentaries interpret the literal verse by explaining that Ahronrsquos children rendered a Halachic (Biblical law) decision in front of their master Moshe Others say that they performed their service after drinking wine Still others argue that their true punishment was deserved at Sinai They refused to marry claiming that their lineage was so dignified that no maiden could ever meet their standard Another interpretation is that they began to discuss their future leadership roles that they would secure after the two old men (Moshe and Ahron) passed on

In all these varying opinions a major question must be addressed If those were their actual sins why then did the Torah use the terminology ldquoa strange fire that Hashem had not commandedrdquo to describe their transgression Obviously those words are fit to describe each interpretation that is offered How

The Dubno Magid would often relate the following parable After receiving his promotion to captain a young sergeant was given his new uniform He was strictly warned by his appointing general ldquoOfficer this uniform is your badge of honor Wear it with pride and never remove it in public Remember you represent the kingrsquos elite forces and your life is now devoted to enhance the honor of his kingdomrdquo

Not long after his commission some seamen in a public park chided the young officer ldquoWe hear you have a large tattoo across your chest reading ldquoI miss my Momrdquo The young officer was enraged at this humiliating claim and disputed it vehemently He was tempted to strip to the waist but remembered the stern warning not to remove his coat Suddenly one of the sailors declared ldquowe will contribute 500 golden pieces to the Kingrsquos treasury if you donrsquot have the tattoo -- but only if

you prove it nowrdquoIn a patriotic move that the sergeant felt would

surely bring pleasure to the commander-in-chief he bared his chest proved his point and collected the 500 gold coins He ran to the general with the money and expected a commendation Unfortunately a shower of abuse greeted the neophyte officer ldquoYou fool I just lost a fortune because of your stupidity I bet the Navy admiral 2500 gold pieces that not one of my soldiers would ever remove their uniforms publicly ldquo

Perhaps there is a common thread among all the explanations of the sins of Nadav and Avihu In all of the opinions they had the best of intentions but their actions lacked protocol and guidance Actions without protocol can have disastrous results Nadav and Avihu were considered very holy and pious But the small degree of over-confidence led to their acting without consort It led to their demise Perhaps they felt that they were in a position to render judgment without Moshe or that a little wine may have enhanced their service Maybe they felt that marriage was beneath them In theory they may have been correct But they made decisions without consultation advice or consent They were looked forward to their own leadership -- a leadership that never materialized They had the desire to contribute their own fire according to their own visions but the Torah considered it alien

The Mishkan was given to the Jews to atone for the sin of the Golden Calf It was at the Golden Calf where the young nation rushed to judgment without true guidance As soon as Hashem felt that the self-directed scenario was about to recur in the Mishkan He made a powerful statement It was as if the Mishkan had a nuclear charge When dealing with high levels of radioactivity one cannot forego the slightest established protocol If you experiment with fire especially an alien fire unfortunately you get burnt

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

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Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

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TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

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Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

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Dissolve yeast in water and 1 Tbsp sugar Mix well and let stand for 5 minutes in separate bowlMix flour sugar amp salt Add eggs oil amp yeast mixture and mix immediately Mixknead for 10-12 minutes (This can be done by hand or by machine)Cover and let it rise for 1frac12-2 hrs Punch down and knead for 1 minute Take off a piece of dough to be burntShape Cover amp let rise for 20-30 minutesShmear egg on top of loaves and add toppings of your choiceBake at 350ordm for 30-60 minutes ndash depending on loaf size

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

715 MKSM Aish Huntington Woods800 KSM ndash Ridgecliff (420-831)+50 Shekia Maariv - Minyan Avreichim+72 Shekia Maariv - Yeshiva Gedolah

Mon ndashThu onlyNot on Sunday ^ Only when school is in session + Time changes with later Shekia Earlier on Rosh Chodesh

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Call 248 635-6814 to make a convenient appointment

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

Submitted by Ahavas Yisroel For additional submissions or corrections please call (248) 968-6126

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

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For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

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Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

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Additional kids $10 per child

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

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call Meira 516-426-5137

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

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Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

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Yesod

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Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

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AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

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Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

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Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

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Yesod

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

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900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Babysitting amp Supervised Activities from 5 - 8pm for children ages 0-7

$5 per child max $10 per Family

500pm ldquoR Z Irsquo J Srdquo

- M I

600 - 730 pm YEHUDA

L C

745 - 845 pmI D

Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

Yom HarsquoAtazmaut

ze`nvrd meiIsraelrsquos 64th Birthday

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 45

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A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

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Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

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Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

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A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

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Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

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15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

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Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

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Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

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ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

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To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

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email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

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We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

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Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

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Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

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For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

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ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

The Best Steak

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

Put steak into Ziploc plastic bag Pour olive oil into Ziploc bad and move the bag around to let the oil saturate the steak Rub minced garlic on both sides of steak Sprinkle remaining spices and soy sauce Let the steak marinate in refrigerator for at least one hour

Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

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Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

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1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

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Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

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Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

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chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

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Steak (on the bone) 1 T Onion soup mix 1 T Olive Oil Garlic powder Minced garlic Paprika 1 T Soy sauce Salt

Put steak into Ziploc plastic bag Pour olive oil into Ziploc bad and move the bag around to let the oil saturate the steak Rub minced garlic on both sides of steak Sprinkle remaining spices and soy sauce Let the steak marinate in refrigerator for at least one hour

Cover a 9x13 an with foil Make slots in the foil with your fork Place the steaks on top of the foil Bake at 350 for twelve minutes on each side

Turn over to broil Broil steaks for 5-7 minutes and SERVE

Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

wwwtorahorg

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

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Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

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Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

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After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

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Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

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SWEET SCHLISSEL CHALLAH4 Tbsp dry yeast4 c warm water1 Tbsp sugar5 lbs our2 c sugar1 frac12 Tbsp salt

3 large eggs1frac12 c oil 1 egg for shmearingOptional Cinnamon amp sugar or poppy seeds or sesame seeds

Dissolve yeast in water and 1 Tbsp sugar Mix well and let stand for 5 minutes in separate bowlMix flour sugar amp salt Add eggs oil amp yeast mixture and mix immediately Mixknead for 10-12 minutes (This can be done by hand or by machine)Cover and let it rise for 1frac12-2 hrs Punch down and knead for 1 minute Take off a piece of dough to be burntShape Cover amp let rise for 20-30 minutesShmear egg on top of loaves and add toppings of your choiceBake at 350ordm for 30-60 minutes ndash depending on loaf size

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Yesod

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

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Giving Thanks for Doors OpenedBY RABBI YEHUDAH PRERO

Scavenger hunts usually do not find their way on to the Shabbos preparation ldquoTo Dordquo list maintained by my family Yet

last week my wife spent the better part of Friday afternoon running from grocery store to supermarket in the pursuit of dough We had both forgotten what was unique about this Shabbos By the time we realized we needed dough it was too late in the afternoon to start whipping up our own batch so we had to go with the ready-made sort After a few stores my wife was successful and she happily returned home with a more-than-slightly frozen dough Why do you ask we were looking for dough In two words the answer is ldquoSchlissel challahrdquo

A custom of old is discussed in a number of places The Sefer Ohev Yisroel writes there is a custom the first Shabbos after Pesach to pierce the Shabbos challah the loaves with a key One reason for this stems from events that occurred in the days after Yehoshua (Joshua) took over the leadership of the nation of Israel Sefer Yehoshua (5-1112) states ldquoand they ate of the old grain of the land on the next day after Pesach unleavened cakes and parched grain in the same day and the manna ceased on the next day after they had eaten of the old grain of the land nor did the people of Israel have manna any more but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canarsquoan that yearrdquo

Not long after entering the land of Israel at the time of Pesach the nation of Israel was no longer provided with manna from heaven The nation began to eat from that which grew naturally in the land of Canarsquoan the land of Israel At that point the nation of Israel had to depend on G-d for the provision of sustenance in a new fashion Until now it had been miraculous Now each person had to labor and toil and work the land so that their families would be provided for Sustenance was on the minds of everyone

There is a metaphorical description of that place in heaven from where blessings come G-drsquos blessings such as health and wealth are stored behind gates On the high holidays we ask G-d to open the gates of heaven for our

prayers At this time of year right after Pesach we ask G-d to recall how He opened the gates of sustenance for the entire nation of Israel in the days of Joshua after Pesach By impressing a key into our challah we are asking that we too should have the key we need to open the gates of sustenance properly placed and turned for us The ldquoschlisselrdquo which is the Yiddish word for ldquokeyrdquo should unlock the gates of sustenance for us just as it was for the nation of Israel after their first Pesach in the promised land

Our entry into the land of Israel brought our nation into a new status We now had to work for our livelihoods and our success would not come without divine providence Whereas the divine providence had been outward and miraculous now it would be more covert hiding under the cover of what we term ldquonaturerdquo With Yom HarsquoAtzmaut Israeli Independence Day before us this is a lesson to keep in the forefront Just as our initial entry into the land of Israel brought the nation of Israel to a new level of appreciating divine providence so too should the events surrounding the birth of the nation of Israel Some events were clearly miraculous others appeared to be natural Regardless of how the events played out we must remember be thankful appreciate and pray for the continuance of G-drsquos heavenly assistance in sustaining us as individuals and a nation physically and spiritually

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Fleishman Residence (WB)

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Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

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Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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THURSDAY APRIL 26TH 2012

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 2483861625AKIVA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL

21100 WEST 12 MILE ROAD SOUTHFIELD MI 48076

Babysitting amp Supervised Activities from 5 - 8pm for children ages 0-7

$5 per child max $10 per Family

500pm ldquoR Z Irsquo J Srdquo

- M I

600 - 730 pm YEHUDA

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745 - 845 pmI D

Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

Yom HarsquoAtazmaut

ze`nvrd meiIsraelrsquos 64th Birthday

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 45

24722 SOUTHFIELD RD SOUTHFIELD MI 48075

Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1246

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

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Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

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To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

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Agent Address Line 1Agent Address Line 2

Agent Phone

Ari Fischman LUTCF Financial Services Professional New York Life Insurance Company 24300 Southfield Road Suite 101 Southfield MI 48075

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1228

PHONE (248) 569 ndash 5000

STORE HOURS SUN 830 - 6 MON 830 - 7 TUE amp WED 830 - 8

THURS 800 - 930 FRI 730 - 6 CLOSED SATURDAY

FAX (248) 569 ndash 5801

We are not responsible for typographical errors

WE WILL BE OPEN THE NIGHT OF APRIL 14TH FROM 10 PM UNTIL 1 AM

LOOK OUT FOR OUR ldquoAFTER PASSOVER SALErdquo

amp MONDAY amp TUESDAY SPECIALS

We wish all of our customers

and Klal Yisroel a happy and healthy

Passover

Make ONE STOP your only stop and SAVE

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 29

(248)557-2233

15600 W 10 MILE RD SOUTHFIELD

MI 48075 Next to

One Stop Kosher

STORE HOURS

SUN - WED 11A - 7P THUR 11A - 8P

FRI 11A - 3P SAT 1030P - 1A

WE MOVED WE ARE NOW OPEN AT OUR NEW LOCATION

SAME STRIP DIFFERENT SPOT

WE WILL OPEN MOTZOI YOM TOV WE WILL OPEN MOTZOI YOM TOV WE WILL OPEN MOTZOI YOM TOV SATURDAY APRIL 14SATURDAY APRIL 14SATURDAY APRIL 14THTHTH AT 1045 PM AT 1045 PM AT 1045 PM

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42 Min

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552 AM 611 AM 704 AM 943 AM 135 PM 208 PM 807 PM 849 PM

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510 AM 523 AM 622 AM 920 AM 130 PM 206 PM 838 PM 920 PM

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

715 MKSM Aish Huntington Woods800 KSM ndash Ridgecliff (420-831)+50 Shekia Maariv - Minyan Avreichim+72 Shekia Maariv - Yeshiva Gedolah

Mon ndashThu onlyNot on Sunday ^ Only when school is in session + Time changes with later Shekia Earlier on Rosh Chodesh

ldquoMR MrsquoSrdquo VACUUM REPAIR REPAIRS PARTS SALES

248-968-9504 23300 GREENFIELD RD SUITE 108 IN THE INTERNATIONAL PLAZA

OAK PARK MI 48237 Repair Man GREG MALTZ

Buy 2 Belts Get 1 Free Most kinds available

used vacuums wanted

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 33

Why go anywhere else to sell your jewelry

I will come to you

Savana Resources will buy your platinum gold and silver items in any condition

SAVANA RESOURCES

Chaim Ashin

Call 248 635-6814 to make a convenient appointment

Linking our table to yours

SWEET SCHLISSEL CHALLAH4 Tbsp dry yeast4 c warm water1 Tbsp sugar5 lbs our2 c sugar1 frac12 Tbsp salt

3 large eggs1frac12 c oil 1 egg for shmearingOptional Cinnamon amp sugar or poppy seeds or sesame seeds

Dissolve yeast in water and 1 Tbsp sugar Mix well and let stand for 5 minutes in separate bowlMix flour sugar amp salt Add eggs oil amp yeast mixture and mix immediately Mixknead for 10-12 minutes (This can be done by hand or by machine)Cover and let it rise for 1frac12-2 hrs Punch down and knead for 1 minute Take off a piece of dough to be burntShape Cover amp let rise for 20-30 minutesShmear egg on top of loaves and add toppings of your choiceBake at 350ordm for 30-60 minutes ndash depending on loaf size

Add a clean key or a key wrapped in foil or make your challah into the shape of a key for Schlissel Challah

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1234

Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

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Yesod

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

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745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

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Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

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Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

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YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

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Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

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Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

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+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

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1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Mon ndashThu onlyNot on Sunday ^ Only when school is in session + Time changes with later Shekia Earlier on Rosh Chodesh

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

Submitted by Ahavas Yisroel For additional submissions or corrections please call (248) 968-6126

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

Agudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraBrsquonai IsraelDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad-N Oak Park

Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

Bein Hazmanim (S-F)Addl Shacharis830 Mnyn Avreichim (Not summer)

900 Kollel 920930 Kollel

Prepared March 2012Corrections yheberaolcomMajor changesadditions are in Bold

Shabbos ndash Latest Shacharis930 Chabad - N Oak Park

Chabad ndash Farmington HillsAhavas Yisroel ndash R BabayovWoodward Avenue Shul

1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

715 MKSM Aish Huntington Woods800 KSM ndash Ridgecliff (420-831)+50 Shekia Maariv - Minyan Avreichim+72 Shekia Maariv - Yeshiva Gedolah

Mon ndashThu onlyNot on Sunday ^ Only when school is in session + Time changes with later Shekia Earlier on Rosh Chodesh

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

Submitted by Ahavas Yisroel For additional submissions or corrections please call (248) 968-6126

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

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For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

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Additional kids $10 per child

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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SEEKING WORK

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

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DETROIT METRO - SUMMER 5772 (2012) ndash DST WEEKDAY MINYONIM ldquoBY THE MINUTErdquo

SHACHARIS (SUN)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion650 Agudah-Magen Avrohom700 Brsquonai Israel715 Chabad 9 Mile730 Brsquonai Israel

Dovid Ben NuchimKollelShomrey EmunahYeshiva Gedolah

745 Partners Bais MedrashChabad ndash N Oak Park

745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)800 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra

Beth TefiloYoung Israel - Oak ParkYoung Israel ndash SouthfieldOhel Moed (WB)

810 ^ Y Darchei Torah (740 b4 48amp after 91)815 ^ Yesh Beth Yehudah (745 after 91)815 Yagdil Torah830 Kollel

Ohr ChadashTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Chabad Farmington HillsThe Shul (WB)

845 Shar Hashamyim Windsor900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva

Dovid Ben NochimWoodward Avenue Shul

Russian Minyan ndash YBYKeter Torah (WB)

^ Yeshivat Akiva ^ Chabad Ann Arbor (U of M) 930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

Fleishman Residence (WB)

SHACHARIS (MON-FRI)Vasikin Brsquonai Zion605615 Agudah-Magen Avrohom605615 Young Israel ndash Oak Park625630 Brsquonai Israel640650 Chabad Farmington Hills645 Partners Bais Medrash645655 Young Israel - Southfield650655 Tugman Bais Chabad(WB)655700 Dovid Ben Nuchim655700 Brsquonai Israel700 Beth Tefilo

Young Israel - Oak Park Chabad 9 Mile - Shul

Ohel Moed (WB)The Shul (WB)Yagdil TorahWoodward Avenue Shul

710 Shomrey Emunah715 Bais HaKneses HarsquoGra Chabad ndash N Oak Park730 Kollel

Yeshiva Gedolah ^ ChabadHillel Ann Arbor

Shar Hashamyim Windsor740^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah745^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB) 745^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah800^ Yeshivat Akiva 830 Kollel900^ Chabad 9 Mile - Yeshiva930 Ahavas Yisroel (R Babayov)

MINCHA (SUN-THU)205^ Yeshiva Beth Yehudah215 Crown Pte 318 (Fri Also)220^ Yeshiva Gedolah230 Kollel ^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)230 Minyan Avreichim (Fri only)240^ Yeshivat Akiva 300^ Kollel Bais Yehuda 300^ Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile315^ Yeshiva Gedolah455^ Yeshiva Darchei Torah500 Fleischman Residence (WB)530 Brsquonai Israel630 Kollel15 Min Before Plag

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815 Ahavas Yisroel (From 429) 845 Kollel (From 529-726 Only)10 Min Before Shekia

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Chabad Farmington Hills ^ Hillel Ann Arbor (U of M)

MAARIV (SUN-THU)Plag

Beth TefiloYoung Israel-Oak ParkYagdil Torah Young Israel ndash SouthfieldTugman Bais Chabad (WB)Ohel Moed (WB)

ShekiaAgudah-Magen AvrohomBais HaKneses HarsquoGraDovid Ben NuchimShomrey EmunahChabad Farmington Hills

^ Hillel Ann Arbor20 Min After Shekia

Brsquonai Israel (Sefira-35 Min)30 Min After Shekia

Chabad-N Oak Park845 Kollel (Thru 426 ampAfter 825 Only)850^ +Chabad Yeshiva 9 Mile915^ Mesivta of Toledo (WB)930 +Minyan Avreichim

+Ahavas Yisroel-RBabayov945^ Beth Tefilo1000 +Yeshiva Gedolah

Kollel1010^ Kollel Bais Yehuda1015 Yagdil Torah1100 Kollel (Bein Hazmanim Only)

Shabbos - Earliest ShacharisVasikin - Krsquohal Chareidim745 Young Israel ndash Southfield800 Brsquonai Israel815 Yeshiva Gedolah Young Israel ndash Oak Park

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1000 Brsquonai Zion 1000 Chabad 9 Mile

Yom Kippur KotonBrsquonai Zion ndash Call Stuart Newman

After Fast Day ndash Late Maariv1000 Kollel

Shabbos ndash Early Mincha210 25115 Ridgecliff (Sthfield)215 Kollel

Minyan Avreichim Shomer Yisrael 600 Agudahndash Magen Avrohom630 Minyan Avreichim700 Kollel730 Shomer Yisrael

Yom Tov ndash Early Mincha230 Kollel

Erev Shabbos ndash Special Minyanim200 Mincha- ^ Yeshivat Akiva215 Mincha - Crown Pointe 318230 Mincha - Minyan Avreichim615 Mincha - Ridgecliff (420-831)

700 MKSM Ohr Hamizrach (Lincoln Towers)

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

Tuesday 910 PM Rabbi Loketch Yeshiva Beth Yehuda Tefila

Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

Wednesday 1130 AM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Shmuel II

Wednesday 730 PM Rotating Mrs Loretta Blumenfeld Parsha 2nd amp 4th

Wednesday 800 PM Rabbi Shea Werner Mrs Rochie Polter Halacha

Wednesday 830 PM Rabbi Doniel Neustadt Partners In Torah Study Hall Yehoshua Thursday April 26 915 AM Mrs Goldie Siverstein JCC Oak Park The Sefira of

Yesod

Sunday April 1 amp 22 800PM Rabbi Leiby Burnham

Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

Womenrsquos Shiurim Schedule April 2012

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

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Day Time Speaker Place Topic

Sunday 1015 AM Dr Helene Shapero Young Israel of Oak Park Tefila

Sunday 730PM Rabbi Bergstein Bais Chabad of Farm Hills Reincarnation Gilgulim

Sunday April 29th 800 PM Mrs Shira Smiles Yesivas Darchei Torah

Monday 815 PM Rabbi N Lauer Mrs Devorah Rich Yechezkel

Monday 815 PM Mrs Chanie Schwab Mrs Chanie Schwab Yeshayahu

Tuesday 130 PM Rabbi M Cohen Young Israel of OP Parsha

Tuesday 800 PM Mrs Chaya Sarah Silberberg Mrs C S Silberberg Chumash

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Wednesday 1030 AM Rabbi N Lauer Rabbi NLauer Tehilim

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Yesod

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Rabbi Shaul Engelsberg Partners In Torah Study Hall Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

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Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

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Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

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Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

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Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

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YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

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SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

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Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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Yeshiva Gedolah Annual Dinner

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YDT Preschool learns about Pesach

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

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lack health insurance Do You

Between five and ten percent of all Jewish householdsin our metro area are families without health insurance Are youunable to access doctors or buy medication If you or someoneyou know can t afford health care contact Project Chessedthe Jewish Family Service clinic without walls that connects

the uninsured to volunteer providers

For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

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ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

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Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

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Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

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package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

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Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

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from Israel Italy Chile

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European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

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diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

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SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

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INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

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way

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Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

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ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

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Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

No Health Insurance46 Million Americans

lack health insurance Do You

Between five and ten percent of all Jewish householdsin our metro area are families without health insurance Are youunable to access doctors or buy medication If you or someoneyou know can t afford health care contact Project Chessedthe Jewish Family Service clinic without walls that connects

the uninsured to volunteer providers

For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

248-592-2300

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

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Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

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Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

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only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

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Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

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HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

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call Meira 516-426-5137

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TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

No Health Insurance46 Million Americans

lack health insurance Do You

Between five and ten percent of all Jewish householdsin our metro area are families without health insurance Are youunable to access doctors or buy medication If you or someoneyou know can t afford health care contact Project Chessedthe Jewish Family Service clinic without walls that connects

the uninsured to volunteer providers

For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

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Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

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the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

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Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

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with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

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YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

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HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

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HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

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INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

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Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 41

No Health Insurance46 Million Americans

lack health insurance Do You

Between five and ten percent of all Jewish householdsin our metro area are families without health insurance Are youunable to access doctors or buy medication If you or someoneyou know can t afford health care contact Project Chessedthe Jewish Family Service clinic without walls that connects

the uninsured to volunteer providers

For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

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WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

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Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

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To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

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lack health insurance Do You

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Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

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Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

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Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

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Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

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wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

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TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

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THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

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DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

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Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

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INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

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way

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Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

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We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

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No Health Insurance46 Million Americans

lack health insurance Do You

Between five and ten percent of all Jewish householdsin our metro area are families without health insurance Are youunable to access doctors or buy medication If you or someoneyou know can t afford health care contact Project Chessedthe Jewish Family Service clinic without walls that connects

the uninsured to volunteer providers

For a confidential screeningcall Project Chessed atJewish Family Service

248-592-2300

Chessed lsquoAn act of loving-kindnessrsquo

A program of Supported by

with an order over $20

Is it permissible to buy clothing furniture and household items during the days of Serah I guess what I am trying to understand is how is Seras HaOmer dierent from the ree Weeks

From a halachic point of view the laws of Serah and the laws of the ree Weeks are completely dierent During the ree Weeks there is a restriction against reciting the blessing of shehecheyanu But no such restriction exists for the days of the Serah It is therefore permitted to eat new fruit in season and to buy new clothing dishes or furniture during this time period

Still there are some communities where shehecheyanu is not recited during serah Some communities are even stricter and refrain from buying new clothes during serah altogether even basics which do not require the blessing of shehecheyanu Since these restrictions have valid sources mdash some can be traced as far back as to the Rishonim mdash they should be upheld by the communities or families whose traditions they are But those who do not have these customs are not required to observe them as the Halachah makes no such stipulations

One who was under the impression that it is halachically prohibited to recite shehecheyanu during serah but learned subsequently that this is not the case does not need hataras nedarim in order to change her custom and recite shehecheyanu during serah

We have always kept the mourning restrictions during rst half of Serah but this year there is a family simcha that we would like to attend Is it permissible for us to change our custom and keep the Sera restrictions during the second half even though we have a longstanding minhag of keeping the rst half

It depends where ou live If you live in a community where everyone follows one custom then you may not deviate from the accepted minhag of your city If however there is no one accepted custom then it is permitted to change your custom from year to year In your case however it is unnecessary for you to switch customs You may attend the family simcha even if you are keeping the restrictions of sera during that time

Is it okay to hold get-togethers or parties where music is not played such as a Melaveh Malka or a womenrsquos get-together

ere is no restriction against a Melaveh Malkah or a womenrsquos get together during the days of serah if no music is being played

I have heard that it is better for women not to count Serah with a brachah Is this true and if so what is the source for this halachah

Women are exempt from counting the Omer as they are exempt from every mitzvah which is time-bound While it is generally permitted for women to fulll mitzvos from which they are exempt Mishnah Berurah recommends that women who do count Seras ha-Omer should do so without reciting a brachah He gives two reasons for this recommendation 1 ere is a reasonable chance that they will forget to count one day [since they do not go to shul where the counting is done together with a tzibuur] 2 Generally speaking they do not understand the meaning of the words [since in past generations most women were not versed in lashon ha-kodesh] Nowadays when most women do understand the meaning of the words many poskim are of the opinion that women should count and do so with a brachah provided that their husband or parents remind them of doing so on a consistent basis is was the custom of the women at the home of the Steipler Gaon and women may follow that ruling But this applies only to women of Ashkenazi descent Sefaradic women may not count seras ha-Omer with a blessing at all

What if I cannot remember whether or not I counted Serah last night Must I assume that I did not and stop counting with a brachah or may I assume that I did count

One who is uncertain as to whether he missed the previous dayrsquos count is permitted to count the remaining days with a blessing

Is nail-cutting permitted during serahYes it is only hair cutting and removal is

forbid den during serah It is also permitted to tweeze eyebrows or eyelashes and to comb onersquos hair even though some hair will get pulled out in the process Married women may cut hair that is protruding from their head covering

Links to the VaadRabbi Doniel NeustadtHalachah Hotline 248-559-5005 x100Kashruth Product Helpline 248-559-5005 x103cordetroitgmailcomwwwcordetroitcom

SEFIRAS HAOMER

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

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Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

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$36 Family

$100 Sponsorship

Opportunities

Available

THURSDAY APRIL 26TH 2012

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 2483861625AKIVA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL

21100 WEST 12 MILE ROAD SOUTHFIELD MI 48076

Babysitting amp Supervised Activities from 5 - 8pm for children ages 0-7

$5 per child max $10 per Family

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Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

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Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

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Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

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Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

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SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

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PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

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Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1242

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1244

$36 Family

$100 Sponsorship

Opportunities

Available

THURSDAY APRIL 26TH 2012

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 2483861625AKIVA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL

21100 WEST 12 MILE ROAD SOUTHFIELD MI 48076

Babysitting amp Supervised Activities from 5 - 8pm for children ages 0-7

$5 per child max $10 per Family

500pm ldquoR Z Irsquo J Srdquo

- M I

600 - 730 pm YEHUDA

L C

745 - 845 pmI D

Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

Yom HarsquoAtazmaut

ze`nvrd meiIsraelrsquos 64th Birthday

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 45

24722 SOUTHFIELD RD SOUTHFIELD MI 48075

Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1246

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

ES

TH

IS S

IGN

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BY

1800TH

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ITY LINK

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FIELD

MI 48075

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Wed

din

g P

ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

ES

TH

IS S

IGN

TH

IS L

AW

N T

RE

AT

ED

BY

1800TH

ELA

WN

THE

CO

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ITY LINK

S16131 H

ILTON

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UTH

FIELD

MI 48075

DEAD

LINE FO

R TH

E NEXT ISSU

E - FEBR

UA

RY 27 CALL O

R EM

AIL248-227-10661-877-LIN

KS-12 EMAIL D

ETRO

ITLINKS

GM

AILCO

M

PRSR

T STDU

SPO

STAGE

PAIDM

AIL-TEK

Wed

din

g P

ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

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TH

IS S

IGN

TH

IS L

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AT

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BY

1800TH

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THE

CO

MM

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ITY LINK

S16131 H

ILTON

SO

UTH

FIELD

MI 48075

DEAD

LINE FO

R TH

E NEXT ISSU

E - FEBR

UA

RY 27 CALL O

R EM

AIL248-227-10661-877-LIN

KS-12 EMAIL D

ETRO

ITLINKS

GM

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ackages as low

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PRIL 25 CA

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248-227-1066 1-877-LINKS-12 EM

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KSG

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Page 43: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 43

Coupon Expires 3152012Coupon Expires 51512

Bnei Akiva Detroit will be having a Yom Hazikaron Service and a Yom HarsquoAtzmaut celebration on Wednesday April 25 at Young

Israel of Oak Park (15140 W 10 Mile Rd OP) Guest Speaker Asseraf (Benjamin) Yonatan

He is 28 years old and has three brothers and sisters His mother is a teacher and his father works in a factory He was a combat soldier in the paratroopersrsquo brigade Asseraf received an award of excellence for his participation in the Second Lebanon War It is called the OZ medal and it is one rank below a Hero He is in his fourth year of law studies in the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya Food will be served For more information amp reservations call Shmulik Fried at 646 522-3885

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1244

$36 Family

$100 Sponsorship

Opportunities

Available

THURSDAY APRIL 26TH 2012

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 2483861625AKIVA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL

21100 WEST 12 MILE ROAD SOUTHFIELD MI 48076

Babysitting amp Supervised Activities from 5 - 8pm for children ages 0-7

$5 per child max $10 per Family

500pm ldquoR Z Irsquo J Srdquo

- M I

600 - 730 pm YEHUDA

L C

745 - 845 pmI D

Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

Yom HarsquoAtazmaut

ze`nvrd meiIsraelrsquos 64th Birthday

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 45

24722 SOUTHFIELD RD SOUTHFIELD MI 48075

Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1246

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

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pray forFertilizing

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n Spray supports the Jew

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munity

by providing complim

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Call H

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pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

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ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

ES

TH

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BY

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MI 48075

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1244

$36 Family

$100 Sponsorship

Opportunities

Available

THURSDAY APRIL 26TH 2012

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 2483861625AKIVA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL

21100 WEST 12 MILE ROAD SOUTHFIELD MI 48076

Babysitting amp Supervised Activities from 5 - 8pm for children ages 0-7

$5 per child max $10 per Family

500pm ldquoR Z Irsquo J Srdquo

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600 - 730 pm YEHUDA

L C

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Akiva Hebrew Day School Celebrates

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ze`nvrd meiIsraelrsquos 64th Birthday

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 45

24722 SOUTHFIELD RD SOUTHFIELD MI 48075

Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1246

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 45

24722 SOUTHFIELD RD SOUTHFIELD MI 48075

Are you looking for the cheapest gas prices in the neighborhood

Newly

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1246

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

ES

TH

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IGN

TH

IS L

AW

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BY

1800TH

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CO

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ITY LINK

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FIELD

MI 48075

DEAD

LINE FO

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Wed

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ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

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TH

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TH

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AW

N T

RE

AT

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BY

1800TH

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S16131 H

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FIELD

MI 48075

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LINE FO

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E - FEBR

UA

RY 27 CALL O

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AIL248-227-10661-877-LIN

KS-12 EMAIL D

ETRO

ITLINKS

GM

AILCO

M

PRSR

T STDU

SPO

STAGE

PAIDM

AIL-TEK

Wed

din

g P

ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

ES

TH

IS S

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TH

IS L

AW

N T

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AT

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BY

1800TH

ELA

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THE

CO

MM

UN

ITY LINK

S16131 H

ILTON

SO

UTH

FIELD

MI 48075

DEAD

LINE FO

R TH

E NEXT ISSU

E - FEBR

UA

RY 27 CALL O

R EM

AIL248-227-10661-877-LIN

KS-12 EMAIL D

ETRO

ITLINKS

GM

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Wed

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ackages as low

as $5

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E NEX

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PRIL 25 CA

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Page 46: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1246

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

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COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 47

Visit our website at wwwpumpi t uppar t ycom

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

SPECIAL PARTY PRICING

Classic Weekend 25(up to 25 kids) $245 (FSS)

Classic Weekday 25 (up to 25 kids) $195 (M-T)

Classic Weekend 15 (up to 15 kids) $199 (FriampSun)

Classic Weekday 15(up to 15 kids) $169 (M-T)

Perfect for family get togethers birthdays special

events and moreThe above prices reflect a discount of $20 per party

package

ldquoThe Inflatable Party Zonerdquo

A private indoor party facility featuring exciting huge inflatables with a separate room reserved for your very own private party or group event We provide party attendants and take care of all

the details so that you can sit back and enjoy the party

POP IN PLAY(Open to General Public)

Monday 10am - 12pmTuesday 4pm - 6pmThursday 5pm - 7pm

$700 per childAdults and children under 2 are free

with a paid admission

WEEKDAY SPECIAL10 kids 1 frac12 hours of

jumping

$99Not valid with any other offer Not

valid on parties booked before January 20 2011 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

Monday 10am ndash 1130amTuesday 4pm ndash 530pmThursday 5pm ndash 630pm

Not valid with any other offer Not valid on parties booked before March 31st 2012 No party room included

Additional kids $10 per child

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

Monday evening April 23 Tuesday evening April 24 Wednesday evening April 25

Thursday evening April 26 Friday evening April 27

Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

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TH

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BY

1800TH

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MI 48075

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Wed

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ackages as low

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50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

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LA

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Wed

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ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1248wwwcrcweborg 57

Sefirat Ha-Omer Calendar 2012

Sefira is the counting of seven complete weeks from the sec-ond evening of Pesach until

only if done in the evening and no days have been missed in the count

RMWEH TRYPS LE WNWCW WYTWCMB WN$DQ R$A OLWEH VLM WNQLA lsquoD HTA VWRB

Shavuot The count which takes place after nightfall for the follow-ing day is preceded by the blessing

Saturday evening April 7 Sunday evening April 8

Monday evening April 9 Tuesday evening April 10 Wednesday evening April 11 Thursday evening April 12

Friday evening April 13 Saturday evening April 14 Sunday evening April 15

Monday evening April 16 Tuesday evening April 17 Wednesday evening April 18 Thursday evening April 19

Friday evening April 20 Saturday evening April 21 Sunday evening April 22

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Saturday evening April 28 Sunday evening April 29

Monday evening April 30 Tuesday evening May 1 Wednesday evening May 2 Thursday evening May 3

Friday evening May 4 Saturday evening May 5

Sunday evening May 6 Monday evening May 7 Tuesday evening May 8 Wednesday evening May 9 Thursday evening May 10

Friday evening May 11 Saturday evening May 12 Sunday evening May 13

Monday evening May 14 Tuesday evening May 15

Wednesday evening May 16 Thursday evening May 17

Friday evening May 18 Saturday evening May 19 Sunday evening May 20

Monday evening May 21 Tuesday evening May 22 Wednesday evening May 23 Thursday evening May 24

Friday evening May 25

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

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n that you can be proud of

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munity

by providing complim

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Call H

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pray forFertilizing

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Mole Control

M

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rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

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Page 49: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 49

Ask for GeorgeAsk for GeorgeAsk for George

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

ES

TH

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TH

IS L

AW

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BY

1800TH

ELA

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THE

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MM

UN

ITY LINK

S16131 H

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SO

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FIELD

MI 48075

DEAD

LINE FO

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E NEXT ISSU

E - FEBR

UA

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AIL248-227-10661-877-LIN

KS-12 EMAIL D

ETRO

ITLINKS

GM

AILCO

M

PRSR

T STDU

SPO

STAGE

PAIDM

AIL-TEK

Wed

din

g P

ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

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Page 50: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1250

COMMUNITY LINKSthe

Linking Business to Consumers One Ad at a Time

2482271066 1877LINKS12detroitlinksgmailcom

wwwthecommunitylinkscomTHE COMMUNITY LINKS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXERCISE DISCRETION IN THE

SELECTION OF ADVERTISEMENTS AS WELL AS THE DURATION OF ADVERTISEMENTS THE COMMUNITY LINKS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE

KASHRUS OF ANY ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive a free copy of The Community Links mailed directly to your home Call or e-mail your mailing info

Looking for a great effective amp affordable way to get the word out

Trying to sell something Having a functionWant to thank the community for their support

ADVERTISE IN THE LINKS

Deadline to placean ad in the

Mayissue

April 25th

PRINCEFINE WINE amp LIQUOR

Eddie (New Orleans Mall near One Stop Kosher)

15600 W 10 Mile Rd Unit 1A

Corner of 10 Mile amp GreeneldMon ndash urs 10 am ndash 12 am Fri 10 am ndash 1 am Sun 11 am -11 pm

Full Line of Kosher Wines and LiquorMoney OrdersCheck Cashing amp ATM Available

Leroux Liquor ChampagneFine Cigars

Fine Scotch2 Lottery machines to serve you

248-559-6900Fax 248-559-9463

All major Credit Cards accepted

WINE BY THE CASE ndash

REDUCED PRICE

Kosher wine

from Israel Italy Chile

Argentina Australia

and USA

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

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pray forFertilizing

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Mole Control

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rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

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ackages as low

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Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

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WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

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KS-12 EMAIL D

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Wed

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ackages as low

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Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

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KS-12 EMAIL D

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Page 51: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 51

Inside Farm Fresh Market13151 W 10 Mile Rd Oak Park 48237

Full Parve Bakery amp Fresh Carry Out Rotating Hot Buffet Seating

Now Available at U of M

in Ann Arbor

In-house made

deli meat

Weekly International menus

mdash prepared fresh daily

Call Chef Cari248-770-6521

We will cater any event up to 500 people at any location

wwwfacebookcomcarikosher

Everyday soups salads meats fish 14 kinds of fresh-baked breads su-shi pies cakes and more

Check out our grab-and-go section with soups sushi dips and spreads and desserts

Fresh salad sandwiches desserts and gluten free dishes now available 247 at U of M Hospital in the cafeteria

Authentic Chinese Japanese bull Indian Thai Italian Greek Israeli and Moroccan menusVegan and vegetarian menusbull Gluten-free menusbull Fresh seasonal produce mdash bull never any MSG or trans fatsBrisBaby namings barbull bat mitzvahs sheva brachos weddings shiva dinners corporate meals Ann Arbor deliveries traditional or themed Shabbat dinners all special occasions or anything else you may need big or small

Mon April16 - Classic AmericanMon April 23 - IsraeliMon April - 30 CaribbeanMon May 7 - MexicanMon May 14 - Greek

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

UR

LA

WN

DE

SE

RV

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TH

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Wed

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ackages as low

as $5

50

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

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LA

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ackages as low

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Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

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COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1252

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

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Page 53: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 53

Sav-On DrugsEfros Drugs Birmingham Drugs

6427 Orchard Lake 33877 Woodward AveCorner of Maple amp Orchard Lake Downtown Birmingham

West Bloomfield Birmingham(248) 626-3400 6510 Telegraph Rd (248) 644-3214

Corner of Maple amp TelegraphBloomfield Hills(248) 626-2525

We carry a complete selection of kosher wine for PassoverFEATURED WINE INCLUDES

BARON HERZOG KEDEMBARKIN CARMELTEAL LAKE BARTENURAYARDEN WEINSTOCK

hellipAND MANY MORE

Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Parks

Dance (girls)

Swimming Lessons

Nature Exploration

Weekly Trips

ie Jeepers Petting Zoo Chuck e Cheese

Water Park Police amp Fire Station amp more

Baking

Sports

Parsha and Middos

Kriah Reinforcement

Woodworking

Arts amp Crafts

Back for our

10th summer

Please call Miriam Buckwold at 248-967-4742

CAMP RUACH

The professional camp with the safety warmth and excitement your child will love

For boys going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

NEW THIS YEARLarge four footpool

10 weeks June 25-August 31

1000-300 or 1000-400 Fri till 200

Large amp spacious facility with sports field

Extended hours and transportation available

Early Bird Discount till April 30 2012

Girls BoysCAMP RUACH

24531 Harding - lower level

For girls going into

Pre-1-AKindergarten amp 1st grade

24531 Harding - upper levelLOCATION

ClassifiedsSERVICES

Coming to NYNJ Prompt amp reliable Shomer Shabbos car service available for pickups at airports simcha halls Lakewood etc Late night amp early morning service available Please call Harry Schonfeld 917-776-6260

European Facial Face and Body Waxing Angelina Rose Licensed Experienced Esthetician Please call for appointments 248-842-6802

TDM Plumbing Co - Commercial amp Residential Total Plumbing Service Backow

Tony DeMarco Owner Master Plumber 248-477-7435

diams Need a Ride diams SmoothRide Car Service diamsAirport Specials Metro $50 diams Flint $64 diams Local diamsdiams Long Distance diams prompt-reliable-Mdot-insureddiams please call Ed Rapoport diams 248-804-2334 diamsfor specialsprices visit wwwsmoothridecarscom

THE ORGANIZER 4 YOUtrade LLC ndash Professional Organizing Services ndash Residential and Business ndash Eliminate Clutter ndash Paperwork ndash MovingDownsizingRelocation ndash Save Yourself Space Time Energy and Money ndash Gary A Kroll ndash Owner ndash (248) 797-5567 ndash wwwtheorganizer4youcom

YES a defect has been found in all these locks amp can be easily opened from the outside without entering any codes WE CAN FIX THIS FOR YOU CALL 248 890-7778

AGR BOB Complete lawn care middot gutter cleaning middot shrub trimming middot fence clean up middot fall amp spring clean ups some tree trimming InsuredCall Robert Stern 248-705-8677

DETROIT AUTO BROKERS - HARVE DISNER Used vehicles for sale All privately owned American amp foreign Great prices Many references O248-358-2100 or C248-420-7400

HOME REPAIRS CALL DON

Painting plumbing electric amp carpentry Drywall ceiling repairs garbage disp toilets ht wtr htrs ceiling fans lights doors locks gutters decks amp powerwashing 248-506-6708 on call 247

SEEKING WORK

appointments etc Excellent References Call Andrea 248-548-8353

HELP WANTEDVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED Make a dierence is someonersquos life by volunteering at the Coville Assisted Living Apartments located in the Prentis building on the A Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus in Oak Park Assist residents at numerous activities assist on trips lead a class or one on one visit To enhance an older adultrsquos life call Jenny Marroni Program Coordinator at (248) 592-1110

Looking for fun bais Yaakov type girls for small

call Meira 516-426-5137

SEEKING TO PURCHASESeeking to purchase a reliable aordable used car condition with low maintenance costs please call Daniel at 248-224-7100

LOST amp FOUNDmiddotFOUND a pair of Brooks Brothers Transition glasses with round frames on corner of Marlowe and Manhattan Pl in Oak Park on Shabbos March 17th Call 248-968-9838

To include something you have lost or found please e-mail detroitlinksgmailcom

To place an ad in the Classieds call 248-227-1066 or

email detroitlinksgmailcom

Individually wrapped amp now available for pur-

chase at Borensteinrsquos Cobyrsquos Spitzerrsquos amp One Stop

Call Aviva today for details 1-877-LINKS-12

INCLUDINGShoppingLocal servicesThings to doCandle lighting timesJewish family lifeMinyanim timesLocal Parks

Having 1 out-of-town

guest or 20 of them

Let The Guide show them the

way

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

M

osquito ControlG

rub amp Insect Control Fungicide Treatm

entPerim

eter Pest Control Fully Licensed amp Insured

YO

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munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

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pray forFertilizing

Weed Control

Mole Control

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Page 54: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | 1-877-LINKS-1254

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

Do you want a thick green law

n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

WN

Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

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Mole Control

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munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

erschrsquos Lawn S

pray forFertilizing

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M

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munity

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pray forFertilizing

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Page 55: April 2012

COMMUNITY LINKS | APRIL 2012 55

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n that you can be proud of

1-800-THE-LA

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Herschrsquos Law

n Spray supports the Jew

ish Com

munity

by providing complim

entary lawn spray services to

Call H

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pray forFertilizing

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