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November 2012 | Heshvan - Kislev 5773

You’ve never seen a grown adult so happy as when someone else packs a lunch for him or her. Such  a small thing – but you should see

Chizuk Amuno members eagerly open up their brown paper bags to discover what Chef Annie packs for our “Lunch and Learn” sessions.

“Ooh hamantaschen, I haven’t had a single one yet this year.”

“Who wants to trade pretzels for potato chips?”

The kosher bag lunch is just a side benefit of these middle of the day workplace gatherings in which we meet for an

hour to study Jewish text together. For several years congregants have been gathering in different locations around Baltimore. For the past few years I have had the pleasure of studying with groups at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and the University of Maryland Medical Center. 

Lunch and Learn with Amy MeltzerSaturday, November 17, following servicesExplore the Parashat HaShavua, Tol’dot, with Amy Meltzer, educator and book author (and Judy’s daughter).

In doing so we live the teachings of Maimonides: Among the greatest scholars of our people were woodcutters and water drawers; nevertheless, they were involved in Torah study day and night. (Mishneh Torah, Laws of Torah Study 1:9) Together we have studied a variety of topics including Megillat Esther, blessings for bad news, Kabbalah, and halakhah of redeeming the captive. Often our group will find a way to connect our studies to their own professional concerns, but that is not our ultimate intent.

We study because we are Jews and obligated to do so, but ask any of our dozens of Lunch and Learners and they will tell you how nice it is to take a break in the middle of the workday, connect with old and new friends, have a nice lunch, and engage in this mitzvah. The pleasure of Torah lish’mah, Torah study simply for its own sake, comes in part from encountering ancient and modern texts and being a link in the chain of transmission.

Our first two downtown Lunch and Learns of the year are at noon on Thursday, November 1 at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and Thursday, November 8 at the University of Maryland Medical Center. If you work or live near either, please join us. RSVP to me at dwechsler@chizukamuno.org to let me know you’ll be attending.

If you would like to gather a group of Chizuk Amuno friends for study at your home or workplace, we would love to add a new group of Lunch and Learns to our roster. Charles Street corridor? Towson court district?   

Let’s create a community of learners who live the words of Maimonides.

B’Shalom,

Debi Wechsler, Rabbi

Havdalah Daylight Savings Time CelebrationSaturday, November 17, 5-6 p.m. ~ Rain or Shine For the Entire Chizuk Amuno Community

A Royal Farewell to ShabbatSaturday, November 17, 4 p.m. For Chizuk Families with Students in Grades K-2

Calling all Kindergarten, first grade, and second grade Princes, Princesses, and their parents (Kings and Queens) to a family

Havdalah program, featuring guest author and award-winning Jewish educator Amy Meltzer.

4 p.m. The Royal Shabbat Third Meal, Seudah Shlishit

4:45 p.m. Meet the “The Shabbat Princess”

5:30-6 p.m. Our entire community will celebrate a special outdoor Havdalah together at the conclusion of Shabbat.

Each family will receive a free copy of “The Shabbat Princess.” After Havdalah Amy Meltzer will be available to sign books.

RSVP with your name(s), address, phone, e-mail, and check to the Chizuk Amuno Congregation Education Center, 410/486-8641. Please include the number of adults at $10 per person and children 6-12 at $5 per child ($25 maximum). Children 4 and under are free of charge.

Chizuk Amuno adults and children, please join us for a special outdoor Havdalah service as we celebrate the conclusion of Shabbat, at

this time of year when night and morning both come earlier, and we especially enjoy the warmth and close-ness of each other. Havdalah, signifying the separation between the holy day of Shabbat and the rest of the

week, is an especially beautiful ritual to share together as a community.

When we gather to prepare for our Havdalah service, everyone will receive candles and spices before we head out to the grassy fields along Stevenson Road. Following our service, we will join together to wish each other a sweet week and enjoy some sweet treats.

This program is free of charge, but reservations are required. Please call the Stulman Center for Adult Learning, 410/824-2055/8, to confirm your space.

This Lunch and Learn program is dedicated to the memory of Irene Wasserkrug, devoted congregant, dedicated adult learner, and beloved friend.

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Adopt-A-Road Chizuk Amuno Brotherhood performs the mitzvah of shmirat adamah, protecting the earth, by cleaning a segment of Greenspring Avenue on Sunday, December 2 (rain date: December 9). Meet us at 9 a.m. by the front office. All supplies will be provided. All are welcome. To volunteer, please call Irwin Golob at 410/560-7422

CHAI Good Neighbor Day Join for a fun day of community giving in the Cheswolde, Cross Country, Falstaff, Glen Avenue, and Mt. Washington neighborhoods of northwest Baltimore Sunday, November 18. Check in at the Public Safety Training Facility on 3500 Northern Parkway. Two shifts to volunteer: 9 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. or 1-4 p.m. or both. Neil Leikach is our leader from Chizuk Amuno. To register www.chaibaltimore.org by November1 or contact Chedva Rose, 410/500-5325 or crose@chaibaltimore.org.

Hakhnasat Orhim – Welcoming Guests If you live within walking distance of the synagogue and are able to host visitors for Shabbat, please e-mail Rabbi Wechsler, dwechsler@chizukamuno.org.

Jared Scott Levy Memorial Garden We are looking for flower and plant enthusiasts of all ages to help with gardening, mulching, and watering this fall. Double community service hours are available through the GH office. Volunteer times are available by appointment. To sign up, please e-mail Allen Brown, abrown86@verizon.net. Todah Rabbah to Benjamin Balfanz for his help with watering during October.

Our Daily Bread Join the Chizuk Amuno team to help serve meals to hungry men, women, and children from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays, November 25 and December 23. To sign up, please contact Wendy Davis, 410/358-5979 or bandwdavis@aol.com, or Jenny Baker, 410/602-9885 or bakerjenny@yahoo.com. Todah Rabbah to our September volunteers: Jenny Baker (leader), Geoff Bloomfield, Hunter Bloomfield, Madelyn Braman, Randi Braman, Barbara Cohen, Ellen Falk, Stewart Falk, Suzanne Katz, and Jessica Rein

Operation Welcome Home Maryland Join us as we welcome home our troops from military service overseas. Volunteers will meet at BWI airport and help pack goodie bags, welcome and cheer for soldiers, and thank them for their service. Dates are set one to three weeks in advance of the incoming flights. If you would like to be informed of these welcoming opportunities contact Rabbi Wechsler, dwechsler@chizukamuno.org. This project is suitable for adults and children of all ages. Todah Rabbah to those who participated this past month: Debbie Effron, Linda Freud, Maya Hoffman, Sara Hoffman, Iris Ingber, Harriet Kanter, Joyce Kaplan, Anne King, Larry Lichtig, Larry Lichtig, Elysa Lipsky, Hazel Radowsky, Seema Reznick, Allan Senker, Bob Wolf, and Donna Wolf

Transportation Service on Shabbat Need a ride to shul on Shabbat mornings? Rides for members who no longer drive can be arranged on a week-by-week basis. Just call Miriam Foss by Monday or Tuesday of the week you want to attend services.

Gemilut Hasadim Activities at Chizuk Amuno

Save the Date: Open Gemilut Hasadim Meeting on Sustainability Thursday, December 13, 7:30 p.m. Participate in a lively discussion about environmental outlook and best green practices at Chizuk Amuno. The meeting will be led by Aaron Max and facilitated by Barbara Grochal. All are welcome. Contact Miriam Foss at mfoss@chizukamuno.org for more info or to RSVP .

Snacks for Our Soldiers Please donate your leftover candy to Operation Welcome Home. Every soldier we greet receives a goody bag with water and snacks. You may drop off your donations in the food bins from November 1 through November 9.

Paul’s Place Listening Circle Help a listening circle for women at Paul’s Place’s. The circle is facilitated by Barbara Grochal and will be held Tuesday, November 27 from 1-2 p.m. Participants share experiences, listen to one another and build community in an atmosphere of mutual respect. For more information or to volunteer contact Barbara Grochal, bgrochal@umaryland.edu. Todah Rabbah to Barbara Grochal (leader), Miriam Foss, and Judy Meltzer for volunteering in October

Ronald McDonald House Join us as we cook and serve dinners at Ronald McDonald House for families with seriously ill children. The families look forward to home cooked meals to ease the strain and pressure that come with seeking medical treatment far from home. Our upcoming dates for dinner are Wednesdays, November 14, December 19, and January 16. Todah Rabbah to our volunteers who cooked and served in October: Geoff Bloomfield, Hunter Bloomfield, Molly Bookoff, Nancy Bookoff, Amy Chapper, Nancy Hudes, Matthew Hudes, Janet Kantor, Joy Katz, Janice Perlman, Michele Shermack, Hannah Barkai Simhi, Cheryl Snyderman, Howard Sobkov, Max Sobkov, Sam Sobkov, and Marsha Yoffe

We express special gratitude for funding from the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Gemilut Hasadim Endowment Fund of the Chizuk Amuno Foundation, Inc.

For questions or to participate in any Gemilut Hasadim programs, contact Miriam Foss at ext. 281 or mfoss@chizukamuno.org, or refer to our website for more information.

Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others Wednesday, December 5, Noon Lunch will be served Group facilitated by Lou Jacobs, LCSW-C This interactive conversation will cover some of the ups and downs faced by those charged with caring for loved ones. Understanding that care-giving takes on myriad forms, the group will explore issues common to participants’ experiences, and discuss, in a supportive environment, useful strategies that care-givers have found for self-care, including developing a network of support and other ways to ease the stresses likely to emerge during this challenging phase of life.

2012 Community Mitzvah Day Tuesday, December 25 Join with other Chizuk Amuno members to help in soup kitchens or homeless shelters, visit the elderly, assemble winter care packages, deliver meals, and so much more. Registration opens November 19 for all mitzvah projects. For more information, visit www.jvcbaltimore,org. Individually we do so much. Imagine what we can accomplish together!

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B’nei MitzvahWe proudly celebrate with these students who will be called to the Torah as B’nei Mitzvah. Mazal tov to their families.

NOVEMBER 3 Eva Doreen Stoller Chava Dena daughter of Edina & Dr. Kenneth Stoller

NOVEMBER 10 Leora Eve Fastow Raizel Leah daughter of Dr. Jane Kaplan-Fastow & Peter Fastow

Howard Lee Silverman Heit Hanan son of Drs. Penny & Ronald Silverman

NOVEMBER 17 Noemi Florence Wolf Noemi daughter of Vanina & Joshua Wolf

NOVEMBER 24 Samantha Ariel Wions Sara Cyril Hannah daughter of Michelle & Steven Wions

DECEMBER 1 Ilana Meredith Moffet Chaya Rochama daughter of Sandi & Brian Moffet

BirthsWe congratulate the following families on the birth of their children and grandchildren.Zev Ilan Arch-Andorsky, son of Dr. Joanna Arch &

Dr. David Andorsky, and grandson of Ann & Dr. Michael Andorsky

Emory Lou Brown, daughter of Amy & Steve Brown and great-granddaughter of Shirley Diamond

Parker Zachary Gordon, son of Kristen & Dr. Joshua Gordon, grandson of Ellen & Dr. Mark Gordon, and great-grandson of Harriet Feinglass

Sidney Ellis Havens, son of Jayne & Jonathan Havens, grandson of Amie Sue & Paul Nochumowitz, and great-grandson of Mitzi & Fred Nochumowitz and Marilyn & Irvin Zimmerman

Alexa Elizabeth Schermer, daughter of Megan & Joshua Schermer, granddaughter of Sandy & Lester Guthorn, and great-granddaughter of June Minch

David Michael Smallberg, son of Rebecca & Bradley Smallberg and grandson of Nancy & Dr. Moshe Shualy

Drew Allen Ungar, son of Nina & Brett Ungar, grandson of Randee & Ronald Glassman, and grandson of Phyllis & Leonard Glassman, Bea Radinsky, and the late Mitchell Radinsky

Maya Rose Zussman, daughter of Jennifer & Elie Zussman, granddaughter of Lorraine & Kenneth Blumberg, and great-granddaughter of Ruth Vogel

BirthdaysWe wish Happy Birthday to these members of our synagogue family who each celebrate a birthday milestone this month.Gil DavisKenneth FriedmanIrma GamsonJan GubenGerald KatzSusan KornblattDr. Warren MassoudaElda SchwartzMaxine SeidmanDr. Joseph Shear

EngagementsWe congratulate the following couple and their families as we wish them much happiness.Adam H. Omansky, son of Tanna and Lou Omansky,

to Dr. Erika M. Kahan

AnniversariesMazal tov to the following members of our synagogue family who will be celebrating their wedding anniversaries in the coming weeks.35th: Elda & Dr. David Schwartz5th: Sheila & Howard Sandbank

WeddingsWe congratulate the following couples and their families as we wish them much happiness.Leonard Cooperman, son of Sally & Michael

Cooperman, to Alison LangJoseph Smith, son of James Smith and Joanne Smith,

to Natalie Cohen

In Loving MemoryIn sadness, our synagogue community mourns the passing of our members:Harriet S. Dubansky, mother of Stephen Dubansky,

Robert Dubansky, and Lisa Singer

Edith Goldstein, mother of Susan Richter.

We offer our sincere condolences to our members:

Bruce Harrison, on the loss of his mother, Rosalyn Harrison

Ann Rubin, on the loss of her father, Lawrence (Larry) Wolok

Dr. Ronald Sherman, on the loss of his mother, Elinor Sherman

As a synagogue community, we express our sincere condolences and prayers for comfort to those who mourn.

News About Our MembersMazal Tov to: Shoshana Cardin, who is being honored by ACHARAIHoward Rosenbloom, who is being honored by Jews for Judaism

It’s Time To Schedule Your Bar or Bat MitzvahIf you are a member of Chizuk Amuno Congregation whose child will turn 13 in 2015 and does not attend Rosenbloom Religious School or Krieger Schechter Day School, please notify Paulette Pollack in the Synagogue office, ext. 220.

Dates for 2015 B’nei Mitzvah are currently being scheduled.

Milestones in Our Community

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NOVEMBER 2012 Heshvan/Kislev 5773

November 2/3 | Heshvan 17/18

Oneg Shabbat/Minhah 6:00 p.m.Kabbalat Shabbat 6:15 p.m.

Shabbat Morning Service 9:15 a.m.TORAH PORTION: VA-YERA, GENESIS 18:1-22:24Bat Mitzvah of Eva StollerRabbi Wechsler’s SermonChizuk Amuno Choir joins Hazzan Perlman Family Service 10:30 a.m.

Study Session 4:30 p.m.Minhah/Ma’ariv 5:30 p.m.Havdalah 6:31 p.m.

November 9/10 | Heshvan 24/15

Oneg Shabbat/Minhah 6:00 p.m.Kabbalat Shabbat 6:15 p.m.

Shabbat Morning Service 9:15 a.m.TORAH PORTION: HAYYEI SARAH, GENESIS 23:1-25:18B’nei Mitzvah of Leora Fastow and Howard SilvermanDr. Paul Schneider’s SermonChizuk Amuno Choir joins Hazzan Perlman Family Service 10:30 a.m. Torah for Tots 11:00 a.m.

Study Session 4:00 p.m.Minhah/Ma’ariv 4:30 p.m.Havdalah 5:23 p.m.

November 16/17 | Kislev 2/3

Oneg Shabbat/Minhah 6:00 p.m.Kabbalat Shabbat 6:15 p.m.

Shabbat Morning Service 9:15 a.m. TORAH PORTION: TOL’DOT, GENESIS 25:19-28:9Bat Mitzvah of Noemi WolfRabbi Shulman’s SermonShabbat Yahad Family Service 10:30 a.m. Simhat Shabbat 10:30 a.m. Torah for Tots 11:00 a.m.Lunch and Learn with Amy Meltzer Following services

Study Session 4:00 p.m.Minhah/Ma’ariv 4:30 p.m.K-2 Families: A Royal Farewell to Shabbat 4:00 p.m. with Amy Meltzer Community Havdalah Gathering 5:00 p.m.Havdalah 5:18 p.m.

November 23/24 | Kislev 9/10

Oneg Shabbat/Minhah 6:00 p.m.Kabbalat Shabbat 6:15 p.m.

Shabbat Morning Service 9:15 a.m.TORAH PORTION: VA-YETZEI, GENESIS 28:10-32:3Bat Mitzvah of Samantha WionsRabbi Wechsler’s Sermon No Family Service

Study Session 4:00 p.m.Minhah/Ma’ariv 4:30 p.m.Havdalah 5:13 p.m.

November 30/December 1 | Kislev 16/17

Oneg Shabbat/Minhah 6:00 p.m.Kabbalat Shabbat 6:15 p.m.

Shabbat Morning Service 9:15 a.m.TORAH PORTION: VA-YISHLAH, GENESIS 32:4-36:43Bat Mitzvah of Ilana MoffetRabbi Shulman’s SermonAmuno Minyan 9:30 a.m. Family Service 10:30 a.m.

Study Session 4:00 p.m.Minhah/Ma’ariv 4:30 p.m.Havdalah 5:11 p.m.

Candle LightingNovember 2 5:46 p.m.

November 9 4:38 p.m.

November 16 4:33 p.m.

November 23 4:28 p.m.

November 30 4:26 p.m.

December 7 4:25 p.m.

Chizuk Amuno Congregation8100 Stevenson Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21208www.chizukamuno.org

Synagogue Office 410/486-6400Synagogue Fax 410/486-4050Synagogue E-mail info@chizukamuno.orgGoldsmith Early Childhood Education Center 410/486-8642Krieger Schechter Day School 410/486-8640Rosenbloom Religious School 410/486-8641Stulman Center for Adult Learning 410/824-2055

O F F I C E R SPresident Michelle Malis, pres@chizukamuno.orgFirst Vice President Samuel E. Moskowitz, 1stvp@chizukamuno.orgVice President Dr. Andrew MillerVice President Jason A. BlavattSecretary Michelle HettlemanTreasurer Sandra MoffetAssistant Treasurer Louis E. Sapperstein

S Y N A G O G u E S TA F F Rabbi Ronald J. Shulman x230 rshulman@chizukamuno.orgRabbi Deborah Wechsler x231 dwechsler@chizukamuno.orgRabbi Paul D. Schneider x226 Director of Congregational Life pschneider@chizukamuno.org Rabbi Emeritus Joel H. Zaiman x296 Hazzan Emanuel C. Perlman x233 eperlman@chizukamuno.orgDr. Moshe D. Shualy x243 Ritual Director mshualy@chizukamuno.org

Director of Congregational Education Rabbi Stuart Seltzer | x234 | sseltzer@chizukamuno.org

Head of School, Krieger Schechter Day School Bil Zarch | x259 | bzarch@ksds.edu

Director, Goldsmith Early Childhood Education Center Michelle Gold | x238 | gecec@chizukamuno.org

Director, Stulman Center for Adult Learning Judy Meltzer | x287 | stulman@chizukamuno.org

Director, Gemilut Hasadim Program Miriam Foss | x281 | mfoss@chizukamuno.org

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Coordinator Debby Hellman | x290 | dhellman@chizukamuno.org

Curator, Goldsmith Museum Dr. Susan Vick | x291 | svick@chizukamuno.org

Choir Director, T. Herbert Dimmock

A D M I N I S T R AT I V E S TA F F Executive Director Ronald N. Millen | x224 | rmillen@chizukamuno.org

Director of Congregational Advancement Laurel Freedman | x275 | lfreedman@chizukamuno.org

Synagogue Administrator Jenny Baker | x227 | jbaker@chizukamuno.org

Controller Rick Bernard | x256 | rbernard@chizukamuno.org

Information Systems Manager Bruce P. Yaillen | x284 | byaillen@chizukamuno.org

Assistant Cemetery Director Marsha Yoffe | x309 | myoffe@chizukamuno.org

Director of Communication and Member Services Cheryl Snyderman | x300 | csnyderman@chizukamuno.org

Graphic Designer Rachel Levitan | x282 | rlevitan@chizukamuno.org

Schedule of Shabbat ServicesEach Friday evening and Shabbat morning we enjoy celebration, prayer, and Torah study with Rabbi Ronald Shulman, Rabbi Deborah Wechsler, Hazzan Emanuel Perlman, and our synagogue community.

This schedule indicates the weeks when our Chizuk Amuno Choir participates in services, as well as study themes, or other service features including family and Shabbat Yahad activities. Join with us to express yourself in the presence of God, to nurture your soul, and to connect your life with the life of our synagogue family.

Babysitting is available beginning at 9:15 a.m. every Shabbat, except holiday weekends.

Daily Services, Hoffberger Chapel Unless otherwise noted:Daily: 7:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.Sunday: 9:15 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.Shabbat Minhah, Ma’ariv, and Havdalah:

refer to weekly Shabbat schedules

Amuno Minyan ReturnsShabbat, December 1Join our lay led, participatory Shabbat morning minyan. We will begin together in the Esterson Auditorium at 9:15 a.m., then re-join the Sanctuary service at 11:30 for the sermon and concluding prayers. Interested in leading services or reading Torah? Be in touch with Rahel Lerner, rahellerner@gmail.com, or Rabbi Wechsler, dwechsler@chizukamuno.org.

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Shabbat BabyFridays, 9:15 a.m. November 2 and December 7 GECEC Music RoomCelebrating Shabbat with infants, birth - 16 months RSVP: dwechsler@chizukamuno.org

The ART of Building CommunitySaturday, November 3, 8 p.m. Krieger AuditoriumPlease join the KSDS PA for an art auction in support of KSDS students. Schmooze, enjoy some wine and cheese, and check out more than 150 custom framed and matted works of art. Tickets are $18 per person and can be purchased at the door.

KSDS PA All-Star Book Fair Monday-Thursday November 5-8 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Esterson AuditoriumCome to the KSDS PA All-Star Book Fair, where every reader is a star! We’ll feature an amazing selection of secular and Jewish books from preschool through middle school, great cookbooks, a representation of local authors, and much more! Support the school library and the classroom libraries through the teacher’s wish lists. Remember, Hanukkah is around the corner and we’ll have great gifts for everyone on your list!

Schechter Science Showcase Sunday, November 18, 1-3 p.m. We are so excited to announce our 2nd Annual

Schechter Science Showcase. Science-related, age-appropriate sessions will be presented by

members of the KSDS community. Sessions will last approximately 18 minutes for grades

K-4 and 30 minutes for grades 5-8. To RSVP, contact Karen Booth at kbooth@ksds.edu.

Treat Yourself – Come Learn!

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to involve yourself in Jewish

learning, then you should check out what the Stulman Center for Adult Learning is offering for the Fall 2012 semester. Courses are offered for all levels of adult Jewish learners, by the area’s finest educators, in a friendly and conducive atmosphere.

A few of the courses beginning in November are Writing Your Memoirs and Forbidden Wisdom: Kabbalah through the Ages. In addition to these courses, some other events we have scheduled for November include The World Without You on Sunday, November 4, a book discussion led by author Joshua Henkin; a presentation by Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, President of UMBC on Wednesday, November 14; and Understanding 2012 on Sunday, November 18 with Dr. Mark Whitman, Professor Emeritus, Towson University, who will analyze the election results.

Please refer to our catalog for detailed descriptions of these and other courses or call Judy or Doris in the Stulman Center, 410/824/2055/8.

We’ll save a seat for you.

Barry Isaac Chair, Adult Education Committee

Nosh a Little with BrotherhoodBrotherhood Minyan and Breakfast Sunday, November 4, 9:15 a.m. Join the Brotherhood for breakfast following morning minyan. Our guest speaker will be Dr. James Nace from the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics at Lifebridge, who will speak about “Sports Medicine.”

Sunday Night Football Sunday, November 18, 8 p.m.Join Brotherhood members for pre-game schmoozing and snacks. Then watch the Ravens trounce the Steelers together.

Sisterhood SnippetsMember Appreciation Event Sunday, November 11, 11 a.m.Details to follow • Mark your calendars

Please note this new Torah Fund policy:Once a donor makes a minimal contribution of $36 to the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism’s Torah Fund, she can apply the costs of Torah Fund all-occasion cards towards qualifying for Torah Fund pins. The pin is a gift to the donor in recognition of her generous support.

Questions? Contact Wendy Davis, 410/358-5979 or bandwdavis@aol.com.

Value Our VetsWomen’s League is raising funds for Fisher House, a temporary home for servicemen and women and their families in Los Angeles, where this year’s national convention will take place. Chizuk Amuno Sisterhood will match your contribution toward this worthy cause, up to $360. Send gifts in to the synagogue office by Monday, November 26 – labeled: Sisterhood VOV – or contact Marcia Sherr for more information, 410/486-6443.

Susie FishbeinBack at the Judaica ShopIt’s nearly here! The newest Susie Fishbein cookbook, Kosher by Design Cooking Coach: Recipes, tips, and techniques to make anyone a better cook. Order your copy now and don’t forget to order copies for all the cooks in your life. It makes the perfect holiday

or hostess gift and100 % of the profits will go to our Chizuk Amuno schools. The price of each book is $30. Order forms are available at the Sisterhood Judaica Shop or you can e-mail your order to

Anne King at sking21330@aol.com. The pre-order deadline is Thursday, November 15. The seven previous cookbooks in this series are already in stock and can be purchased immediately.

Spend an Evening with Club HatkivahSunday, November 11, 6:30 p.m.Enjoy a delightful evening with Beth El Seniors featuring a catered dinner and beautiful music by The Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra. Just close your eyes and presto, you are in Italy! This event will take place at Beth El Congregation, 8101 Park Heights Avenue. RSVP by Thursday, November 1 to Norma Surosky, 410/653-0484 or Selma Blaker, 410/484-0114.

Our Rabbis Are Blogging!Read what they have to say! Each week check out our website, www.chizukamuno.org, to find out what is on our rabbis minds.

Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly in BaltimoreSunday-Tuesday November 11-13 Baltimore Convention CenterShowcasing the best of the Federation movement, this premier national Jewish communal event tackles critical issues. Attend or volunteer.

Visit www.associated.org/ga2012 to register and learn more about the General Assembly. For more information, call Bonnie Garonzik, 410/369-9210.

Chizuk Amuno Congregation Trip to IsraelFebruary 4 - 15, 2013, Escorted by Rabbi Ron and Robin Shulman. For itinerary details, contact Judy Simkin in the Rabbinic Office, jsimkin@chizukamuno.org or ext. 232.

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8100 Stevenson Road • Baltimore, MD 21208www.chizukamuno.org

Krieger Schechter Day School Open HouseWednesday, December 5, 7 p.m. K - Grade 8 • Bil Zarch, Head of School Ilene Wise, Director of Admission, 410/824-2066

Goldsmith Early Childhood Education Center Open HouseWednesday, November 14, 10 a.m.Michelle Gold, Director, 410/486-8642

A Talk by Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, UMBC PresidentWednesday, November 14, 7 p.m.We are delighted that Dr. Freeman Hrabowski will address our community. Dr. Hrabowski co-founded the Meyerhoff Scholars Program, is the recipient of

numerous nationally-recognized awards, and holds honorary degrees from more than 20 institutions. Free of charge.

Presented by the Stulman Center for Adult Learning

A Festival of Lights Laser ShowSaturday, December 15, 4:30-6:30 p.m.Join with Chizuk Amuno friends for Havdalah and the candle lighting for the eighth night of Hanukkah. Together, we’ll enjoy light snacks, a short musical presentation, and an awesome professional laser show in honor of the Festival of Lights.

All are invited: from preschoolers through seniors, members of the Chizuk Amuno community, and their friends too.

Nominal charge • Watch for more details

Sponsored by the Congregational Life Committee, representing Chizuk Amuno’s affiliate groups and schools