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Hebrew Inst i tute of Riverdale
Steven Exler, Senior Rabbi: [email protected]/ x108 Sara Hurwitz, Rabba: [email protected]/ x107 Ari Hart, Associate Rabbi: [email protected]/ x124 Anat Sharbat, Assistant Rabba: [email protected]/ x106 Avi Weiss, Rabbi in Residence: [email protected]/ x102 Richard Langer, Executive Director: [email protected]/ x104 Menachem Menchel, Director of Programming & Youth Education: [email protected]/ x119 Bryan Cordova, Facilities Manager: [email protected]/ x121 David Fain, Assistant Youth Director: [email protected] Ariel Meiri, Synagogue Administrator: [email protected]/ x101 Phyllis Newsome, Bookkeeper: [email protected]/ x103 Yael Oshinsky, Program Associate: [email protected]/ x116 Shuli Boxer Rieser, Assistant to R’ Weiss: [email protected]/ x102
Kiddush
Sponsored by Deborah & Michael
Cooperman in honor of Arthur’s
Bar Mitzvah.
To sponsor a future Kiddush, please contact
Seth Aronson - [email protected].
Bayit BULLETIN
Mazal Tov To: Deborah & Michael Cooperman on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Arthur.
Welcome New Members: Rebecca Jaffe & Jacob Jenkelowitz, Shana Bloom & Ben Berg, Shira & Jeremy Spier, Judy Federbush &
Rodney Greenwald, Helene & Harvey Benovitz.
This Shabbat
Parshat Ha’azinu
Candle Lighting: 6:30pm
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat: 6:35pm
Shalom Bayit: 7:00am
Shacharit Main Tefillah: 8:30am
Learning Service: Will resume Oct. 10
Sof Zman Kriat Shema: 9:47am
Listening Room: 5:00pm
Parsha Shiur: Not Taking Place
Mincha (Main/Sephardic): 6:15pm
Maariv/Shabbat Ends: 7:31pm
Sukkot For a comprehensive Sukkot schedule
See page 4.
Next Shabbat
Chol Hamoed Sukkot
Candle Lighting: 6:18pm
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat: 6:20pm
Shacharit Main Tefillah: 8:30am
Mincha (Main/Sephardic): 5:55pm
Maariv/Shabbat Ends: 7:20pm
3700 Henry Hudson Parkway, Bronx, NY 10463
September 25 - October 2, 2015
12 - 19 Tishrei 5775
www.thebayit.org 718-796-4730
This Shabbat @ The Bayit Between Mincha/Maariv: “Offering Forgiveness: Biblical and Modern Perspectives.”
Shiur with Rebecca Kagedan.
Sukkot at the Bayit Lulav and Etrog: Bnei Akiva and the Bayit are once again
partnering to make the purchase of quality Lulav/Etrog sets convenient
and affordable. Sale times in the Main Lobby are as follows:
Saturday, 9/26 - 8:30-10:00pm and Sunday, 9/27 - 7:00-9:30am.
Eating in the Sukkah: There will be two Sukkot at the Bayit, on
the terrace and in the driveway. Those who do not have a Sukkah of their own are
welcome to bring food and eat at the Bayit. Outside food may not be brought to the main
Sukkah on the terrace during any Bayit function, while the driveway Sukkah will be available
for guests at all times.
Kiddush: Yom Tov Day 1: Sponsored by Elana and Bradley Saenger in commemora-
tion of the first yahrtzeit of Bradley’s father, Mannie Saenger.
Shiurim: Yom Tov Day 1:
Drasha: Rabbi Dr. Dov Lerea, Dean and Mashgiach Ruchani at YCT Rabbinical School.
Between Mincha/Maariv: “Happy Hakhel! Exploring This 1 In 7 Year Mitzvah” with Rav Ari.
Yom Tov Day 2:
Drasha: "The Spiritual Theory of Jewish Music: Part 2" with Rav Ari.
Between Mincha/Maariv: “The Question of Biblical Character: Does Avraham Grow?”
with Elliot Rabin.
Simchat Bet Hashoevah: See page 2 for details.
Festive Hoshana Rabba Tefilla: See youth page for details.
Aliyot for the Homebound: Please contact the shul office if you know of someone
who is homebound so that we can arrange for a Torah to be brought to their homes so
they can receive an Aliyah on Simchat Torah.
Simchat Torah: Women’s Tefillah: 9:00am - First tefillah of the year. (LLBM)
Thank you: Chesed Day at the Bayit Thank you to everyone who participated in our Chesed Day on Sunday, September 20th!
With your help we collected:
102 pints of blood
15 new swabs for the Bone Marrow Registry
A full 24 foot truck of clothing
Thank you to all of the volunteers who made the day a success!
Blood Drive: Jean Schneider, Jane Flechner, Buddy Skydell, Felice Helfgott, Sheila Nahmias.
Thank you to Assaf Bar-Shai for distributing our flyers around town.
Bone Marrow Drive: Ruthie Glass Hackel, Leor Hackel.
Clothing Drive: Levi Langer, Rafi Langer, Tova Berman, Zachary Berman, Batia Rabin,
Ariella Bulman, Avishai Bulman, Pinny Bulman, Hattie Simon, Leila
Haller, Adele Rabin, Eliana Sugarman, Greg Schneider, Aliza Schneider,
Shira Schneider, Yonah Pretsfelder, Gabi Magilner, Avi Pretsfelder.
Special Thank You to the coordinators of all 3 drives!
Seryl Ritter - Blood Drive
James Lapin - Bone Marrow Drive
Barbara Gochberg & Steven Pretsfelder - Clothing Drive
THE BAYIT BULLETIN
This Week’s Classes @ the Bayit
*Sara Kinberg is an experienced Hebrew teacher. For info and guidance on place-
ment, please call Sara at 718-548-2461. Payment made directly to the teacher.
Joe Hoch z"l Memorial Daf Yomi Shiur with Rabbi Dov Linzer meets
7:30am - 8:30am Sun. - Fri. and Shabbat after Mincha in Room 3-7. Open and accessible to all. You are invited to join at any time!
Do you know someone who needs any of the following?
Would you like to volunteer for any of these committees?
Meals For Ill Members:
Jackie Binstock - 718-543-9135, [email protected].
Shiva: Beth Braunstein, [email protected]
Bikur Cholim: Ruth Licht: 718-796-3491, [email protected]
We have many ways to become meaningfully involved.
Please pick up a flyer, consider becoming a Bikur Cholim Volunteer.
Meals for New Parents: Becca Linden: 434-962-7899, [email protected]
Hospitality and Welcome: [email protected]
Bayit Band: Rav Ari Hart, [email protected]
Green Committee: Alisa Eilenberg and Ann Rauch, [email protected]
Shabbat 8:05am - Midrash Hashavua with Rav Ari.
5:00pm - Listening Room with Myra Estelle (LL BM).
Between Mincha/Maariv - Shiur with Rebecca Kagedan.
After Mincha - Mila Ba’Parasha at Beth Aharon: Basic (and love of)
Hebrew is sufficient. This week: “Kad’ḥa - ָקְדָחה” what does it mean; and what connects “fever” with “drilling?”
Hebrew Classes with Sara Kinberg* Wednesday - 7:30pm - Advanced Hebrew Ulpan (at the Atria)
Thursday - 7:30pm - Biblical Hebrew and Siddur Study (Lobby)
ABRAHAM & SARAH’S TENT: Join us this Shabbat for
our open communal dinner sponsored this week by Deborah
& Michael Cooperman in honor of Arthur’s Bar Mitzvah. To
see which Shabbatot are available for sponsorship and to
choose your week, go to www.thebayit.org/tent, or email
James Lapin at [email protected].
SOCIAL WORKER @ THE BAYIT: Questions about an aging loved one, financial pressures,
concerns about children? Contact HIR social worker Anna
Kirshblum for guidance, information, referrals and a sympathetic ear.
There is no fee and all conversations are strictly confidential.
Anna can be reached on Mon. 8:00am - 7:30pm, Tues. 8:00am - 7:30pm
and Thurs. 8:00am - 4:00pm at 718-601-9714 or e-mail her at
[email protected]. (In partnership with UJA & JBFCS).
Jewish Caregiver Support Group: Share experiences, benefit
from mutual support and gain practical advice. Group meetings are held
once a month on Tuesday at the Beatman Center.
Where Do I Go From Here? Wednesday, September 30, 2:00-
3:30pm Jewish Board: 135 West 50th Street 6th floor. A series of
community building workshops to strengthen our ability to face life’s
transitions with hope and resilience. Topics include career,
employment goals, relationships, living solo, health, and ageism.
Workshop facilitated by Heidi Mandel, PHD, LMSW through the
Connect to Care program. Preregistration is required by calling 212-632-4602 or emailing [email protected].
UJA-Federation's ENGAGE Jewish Service Corps at The JCC
in Manhattan: Join a community of baby boomer volunteers - Learn
from experts and from each other - Participate in discussions rooted
in Jewish values. The Engage Jewish Service Corps at The JCC in
Manhattan is designed to engage and empower Jewish baby boomers
to address the needs of the Jewish community of New York City.
With Engage, volunteers will use their life-long skill sets, expertise,
passion, and leadership to address issues that they care deeply about.
Volunteers will choose placements that fit their interests and
availability, and create opportunities of their own. For more
information, please contact Rabbi Brian Fink, Engage Director/
Community Organizer, at (646)505-4408 or [email protected].
Riverdale Mikveh Hours Through October 8, 2015: Friday night Sept 25 AND Oct 2: 40 minutes after candle lighting **
Saturday night Sept 26 AND Oct 3: 30 min. after Shabbos until 9:45pm
Sunday night Sept 27 AND Oct 4: 20 minutes after sunset**
Monday night Sept 28 AND Oct 5: 20 minutes after sunset**
Tuesday night Sept 29 AND Oct 6: 30 min after yom tov until 9:45pm Wednesday/Thursday night Sept 30-Oct 1 AND Oct 7-8: 7:15 - 9:45pm
** No appointment necessary but please be prompt. Attendant will be at
Mikveh for 15 minutes.
Keilim Mikveh open during daylight hours.
Golden Age Program Join us on Friday, October 2nd in the HIR Sukkah.
10:30am - 1:15pm Learn and Light Lunch.
Cost: $5 (pay at the door)
For questions or to RSVP, contact Yael Oshinsky, Program
Associate at [email protected] or 718-796-4730 x116.
CITY HARVEST FOOD DRIVE
Ends Wednesday September 30th
Acceptable Donations: All types of kosher canned or
nonperishable, sealed or packaged food are acceptable for collection.
Non-kosher food will not be accepted for this food drive. All food
donated must have one of the following Hashgachot:
O-U, O-K, Chof-K, Star-K.
Most Needed Foods: Shelf-stable, Kosher
sources of protein, such as: tuna, salmon,
sardines, peanut butter, beans, soy products.
Collection boxes will be in the coat room.
Communal Simchat Beit Hashoeva
with Kulanu Chaverim Thursday, October 1, 2015 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
HIR Sukkah
Join family and friends at this year’s
festivities, as we welcome our Kulanu
Chaverim (formerly Special Friends) and
celebrate Sukkot with the merriment
of live music with Groovy Greg, dancing,
and sumptuous dairy dinner!
$10/adult; $7/child; $35/family
Sponsorships are needed.
Chai Sponsorship – $180*;
Golden Sponsorship – $100*;
Silver Sponsorship – $50*
*Entitles individuals or families admittance
along with sponsorship acknowledgement.
Learn more and register at
www.thebayit.org/beithashoeva.
For more information, please contact Menachem Menchel
POTS Teens Chesed Opportunity Attention Riverdale Teens! Volunteers needed at a
local community dining room one Sunday a month. We leave from HIR at 12:00pm and
return at approximately 4:00pm. 4 spots left. Contact Samantha Verrone: [email protected].
Dates: 11/22, 12/20, 1/17, 2/14, 3/20, 4/3, 5/8, 6/5
THE BAYIT BULLETIN
Calling all Riverdale kids! The Bayit is the place to be! Be a part of it! Please register your child and become a youth member today!
To sponsor snacks for future
Shabbatot please contact
Menachem or Gillian Steinberg
or go to www.thebayit.org/youthsponsor.
SHABBAT MORNING GROUPS SNACKS 2015-2016
This year, we are aiming for sponsorship every single Shabbat. Please see sponsorship options on the right. Please help us reach our goal of 100%
participation. To sponsor go to www.thebayit.org/youthsponsor!
Snacks Sponsorship
$100 – sponsor all snacks
$150 – sponsor all snacks + birthday party
$36 - Tot Shabbat
$36 - Nursery-K
$36 - Grades 1-6
Doughnuts and Drash: Room 3-7: 9:00am - 9:30am - Ages 6+, Enjoy a doughnut and learn this week’s parsha with David Fain
Shabbat Morning Groups: 3rd Floor Youth Wing 9:40-11:40am
LL BM: Tot Shabbat Room 3-4: Nursery
Room 3-5: Pre-K
Room 3-6: Kindergarden
Room 3-1: Grades 3-6
Room 3-2: Grades 1-2
PARSHA & DRAMA with Adena Blickstein 10:40am-11:30am, Ages 6 and up!
Come experience the Parsha through inclusive
drama, dance & song with new creative arts specialist.
For assistance, please contact:
Menachem Menchel, Director of Programming & Youth Education Office - 718-796-4730 ext. 119, Cell- 516-233-8285 [email protected]
David Fain, Assistant Youth Director [email protected]
Sukkot at the Bayit
9/27 - Sunday Tots With Donna 10:30am-12:00pm
Sukkot themed:
arts & crafts, edible project,
and more!
$10/online; $12/at the door; $40/5 sessions
Sign up at www.thebayit.org/totswithdonna
Upcoming sessions:
9/27, 10/18, 11/8, 12/6, 1/17
9/27 - Sukkah Decorating 10:30am-12:00pm
Come help beautify our Sukkah!
Ages 5-11 $5/child
Snacks will be served!
Contact Menachem for details.
Shabbat, 10/3 - Sukkah Hop Let's hop all around town for
yummy treats & Torah!
We’ll meet in the Bayit Sukkah @ 3:45pm
Sunday, 10/4 Hoshana Rabba Live
8:30am
Musical Hallel with Rav Steven, Rav Ari and the
Bayit Band!
Instruments provided for
children.
10/5 - Simchat Torah Youth Extravaganza 4:30pm-7:00pm in the Social Hall
4:30pm - Early Mincha (LLBM)
4:50pm - Live Wax Museum of Biblical Characters
5:40pm - Yummy Dinner (Bagels and pasta)
6:10pm - Magic Show (ages 5+)
6:10pm - Tot Simchat (ages 1-4)
7:00pm - Hakafot
7:30pm - Youth (3rd) Hakafa and goody bags
Sponsorships Needed. Learn more and sponsor at www.thebayit.org/ste
5th Annual Simchat Torah Black Tie Bash Monday, October 5: 8:45pm-11:45pm
7th-12th Grade
SIMCHAT TORAH LOUNGE NIGHT AT THE HIR!!!
Pool, Ping Pong, Foosball, Board Games & More!
Suggested: $10/per person
Cover yourself and a friend: $20
Learn about all the amazing upcoming programming at
the HIR and all over NYC!
Register and sponsor at www.thebayit.org/teendinner
THE BAYIT BULLETIN
HIR GIFT CARDS - Support our Bayit by purchasing Gift Cards - Buy it for the Bayit! For more information on volunteering or to place an order, email [email protected] or call Shira Gordon at 718-549-5280. NOTE: Purchases do not cost you anything extra.
New: Moss Cafe is now participating in the HIR Scrip program and is offering the Bayit a 10% rebate on the gift cards.
THE BAYIT The Hebrew Institute of Riverdale – The Bayit – is an open Orthodox synagogue serving the entire Jewish community by warmly embracing all
Jews, regardless of affiliation, commitment, orientation or background. It is affectionately known as the "Bayit," which is a home – a place of love
and welcome. We are known nationally for bringing spirituality into the synagogue; activism on behalf of the oppressed; youth and teen
engagement; learning programs; and work on behalf of the elderly, the homebound, and those with developmental and physical challenges.
If these words resonate with you, if our Bayit has touched your life, then please join our growing membership.
The Board of Trustees, Rabbinic Staff, Administrative
Staff, and Maintenance Staff wish everyone a
Chag Sukkot Sameach!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 - EREV SUKKOT
Shacharit 8:30am
Tots with Donna 10:30am
Sukkah Decorating for youth 10:30am
Candle Lighting 6:27pm
Mincha/Maariv 6:30pm
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 - SUKKOT DAY 1
Shacharit 7:00, 8:30am
Mincha 5:50pm
Shiur 6:10pm
Maariv 6:55pm
Candle Lighting After 7:25pm
Communal Meal 7:30pm
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 - SUKKOT DAY 2
Shacharit 7:00, 8:30am
Mincha 6:20pm
Shiur 6:40pm
Maariv/Yom Tov Ends 7:26pm
WED. SEPTEMBER 30 - THUR. OCTOBER 1
CHOL HAMOED
Shacharit 6:20, 8:00am
Mincha/Maariv 6:30pm
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 - CHOL HAMOED
Shacharit 6:20, 8:00am
Candle Lighting 6:18pm
Mincha 6:20pm
SHABBAT CHOL HAMOED, OCTOBER 3
Shacharit 7:00, 8:30am
Kohelet (Men & Women Readers) After Mussaf
Mincha 5:55pm
Kohelet (Male Readers) 6:25pm
Maariv/Havdalah 7:20pm
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 – HOSHANA RABBA
Shacharit (with music) 8:30am
Shacharit (standard) 8:30am
Candle Lighting 6:15pm
Mincha/Maariv 6:20pm
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 – SHMINI ATZERET
Shacharit 7:00, 8:30am
Yizkor (approx) 10:30am
Early Mincha 4:05pm
Youth and Family Programs 4:20pm
Mincha/Torah Trivia 5:50pm
Maariv and Hakafot 6:35pm
Candle Lighting After 7:13pm
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 – SIMCHAT TORAH
Shacharit 7:00, 8:30am
Mincha followed by Shiur 6:15pm
Maariv/Yom Tov Ends 7:15pm
Save The Dates:
10/18: Guest Speaker:
Ambassador Yoram Ettinger
The Bayit & Israel Bonds are honored to present a conversa-
tion with Ambassador (ret.) Yoram
Ettinger titled "Israel's Unique Contributions
to Vital US Interests (the
two-way US-Israel Street)." Ambassador
Ettinger is a Middle East Strategic and
Economic Expert.
Register online at www.thebayit.org/ettinger.
11/6-7: Scholar-in-Residence Shabbaton:
UJA-Federation CEO Eric Goldstein
The Bayit & UJA-Federation of New York
present a Shabbaton not to be missed!
11/6 - Friday Night Oneg Shabbat and
Panel Discussion:
Panelists include: Rabbi Steven Exler,
Rabbi Yitz Greenberg, Eric Goldstein, Rabbi Linda Shriner-
Cahn. Moderated by Dr. Giti Bendheim.
11/7 - Shabbat Morning Lecture and Communal Kiddush
UJA President Eric Goldstein will speak after Tefillah,
followed by a Green and Celebration Kiddush.
SAVE THE DATE: November 14th
RAV STEVEN'S INSTALLATION
Rav Steven will be formally installed as Senior Rabbi of the
Bayit on Saturday Night, November 14, 2015.
Formal invitations will follow.
If you would like to be a sponsor of this
event please contact Ari Hait, David
Braunstein, Richard Langer,
or Menachem Menchel.
WANT MORE AMAZING EDEN VILLAGE PROGRAMMING? Sunday, 9/27/2015 from 12:30pm to 3:00am.
Come celebrate Sukkot, the harvest holiday, with your favorite Jewish farmers! Eden Village Camp will be hosting a party in the
sukkah with games, snacks, friends, workshops, and so much more! So bring a picnic lunch to eat at your leisure in our sukkah and
enjoy the sights and sounds of a buzzing, bountiful festival. Take a tour of camp and the farm, harvest delicious vegetables right off
the stem, bake bread in our cobb oven, learn how to preserve the summer harvest, save seeds, make farm art and more!
To register visit www.eventbrite.com/e/sukkot-harvest-festival-tickets-16978217305.
TIKUN LEIL HOSHANA RABBA AT WESTCHESTER DAY SCHOOL: Join us for an evening of learning at Westches-
ter Day School, 856 Orienta Avenue, Mamaroneck, on Saturday Night, 10/3/2015 at 8:00pm. We invite the entire community to
shiurim given by community Rabbis, WDS Faculty and Parents. We welcome students in grades 5-8 for a special program as well as
parent/child learning. Refreshments will be served in the WDS Sukkah. To RSVP email Lauren Elefant at
ALL RIVERDALE CELEBRATES YACHAD: Please join us on 10/10/2015 at 8:30pm for a delicious and inspiring evening
featuring renowned speaker Judge Daniel Butler. This event will take place at the home of Giti & Jack Bendheim. Please RSVP by
10/1/2015 at www.yachad.org/riverdale. To learn more, contact Elaine Salvit Grossman at 212-613-8350 or [email protected].
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF LEKET ISRAEL invites you to a Fine Whiskey Tasting to support food rescue for needy Israelis.
Tuesday evening, 10/13/2015 in New York City. General admission is $225. All proceeds benefit Leket Israel, Israel’s National
Food Bank and food rescue organization. For full details visit whiskey.leket.org.
WOMEN’S INITIATIVE FOR JEWISH STUDIES (WIJS): Join us on Tuesday, 10/13/2015 @ 7:45pm for a presentation by
Dr. Yael Ziegler, Lecturer in Tanakh at Herzog College and the Women’s Institute for Torah Studies, on the topic “Journeys,
Wells, and Marriages: Hidden Patterns in Tanakh Stories.” Young Israel of New Rochelle, 1149 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY
10804. For more information, email [email protected].
MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK 2015: Please Join us on Sunday 10/18/2015 at our annual
MSABC walk. Orchard Beach, Bronx, NY 10464. Registration at 8:00am. Walk begins 10:00am rain or shine. Show your pride
and wear something pink! To start your team visit www.makingstrideswalk.org/bronx. To learn more call 718-547-5064 or email
TO FORGIVE AND REMEMBER: RESHAPING CONTEMPORARY CONSCIOUSNESS: At the Derfner Judaica
Museum at Hebrew Home of Riverdale, 5901 Palisade Avenue, Riverdale, NY 10471. This exhibition of 15 works by nine artists
surveys both the historical and present impact of judgment, forgiveness, oneness and remembrance on individuals and communities
through the lens of contemporary art. Museum hours: Sunday -Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm (Closed holidays). Reception with the
artists, Sunday 10/18/2015, 3:30-5:30pm. R.S.V.P. to 718-581-1596 or [email protected]. www.riverspringhealth.org/art.
ART EXHIBIT & SALE: The Lincoln Park Jewish Center is proud to sponsor and exclusive Art Exhibit & Sale featuring fine
weaving, Judaica art, and jewelry on Sunday, 10/18/2015 from 11:00am - 8:00pm. 311 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704.
Admission is free. For more information, call 916-965-7119 or visit www.lpjc.org.
THE MA'AYANOT CONTINUING EDUCATION COMMITTEE is pleased to invite the community to the first meeting
of its new Book Club on 10/28/15 at 8:00pm. The discussion will be facilitated by Mrs. Sam Kur, English Chair; the book selection
is: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie; the club will take place at the home of David and Debbie Isaac,
213 Overlook Road, New Rochelle. For more information contact Pam Ennis at [email protected]. Men and women welcome.
SAR: Join SAR and friends on 11/1/2015 at MetLife Stadium, 8:30am - 2:00pm to support our incredible school and the capital
improvements to our unique and magnificent buildings, all while having a fantastic family day. There will be activities for all ages on
the field like bounce houses, face painting, stadium tours and a BIG Raffle! Students can sign up to do the 100-yard dash!
Adults can join the touch football tournament. Tickets are $180 per family. https://www.crowdrise.com/SARFamilyFunDay.
Beyond the bayit - September 25 - October 2, 2015