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July 15, 2010
Candle lighting this week: 8:13 p.m.
Shalom!
Life in Gainesville quiets down a bit during the summer, but the activity never stops at B'nai Israel. We look forward to seeing you for one of the upcoming programs or services listed below!
Get a Sneak Peek at Google and the Future of Search Engines
Craig Silverstein celebrated his bar mitzvah at Congregation B'nai Israel and went on to become the first employee hired by Google's founders. He created many of the original IT components to support Google's deployment and growth, and he continues to serve as Google's Director of Technology.
Join us at B'nai Israel on Sunday, July 25 at 2 p.m. for an interesting and informative program with Craig Silverstein.
Don't miss this unique opportunity - please plan to join us!
Preparing for the Holidays and a Sweet New Year
With Rosh Hashanah beginning on September 8 this year, the holidays are right around the corner.
Later this month, all B'nai Israel members can expect to receive important High Holiday information in the mail. In the meantime, we'd like to share some highlights with you:
Once again, Sisterhood will be offering you the opportunity to conveniently send Rosh Hashanah Grams through Sisterhood. Stay tuned for more information!
Many members of our congregation ordered personal copies of the new Mahzor Lev Shalem. The books have not yet arrived, but we'll let you know when they are here. Please note that Rabbi Kaiman will be conducting a class on August 30 at 7 p.m. called Preparing for the Holidays: Insights from Mahzor Lev Shalem. All are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Please also note that once again we will be offering a community Break the Fast at the close of Yom Kippur on September 18. Please note that reservations and payment must be received by September 15.
Israeli Dancing Tonight
Join us for a summertime Israeli Dancing class today, Thursday, July 15. All are welcome!
Thursday, July 15 at 7 p.m.
B'nai Israel Community Room
For more information, please contact Ariela a anotzer@yahoo.com.
Advertise in the B'nai Israel Newsletter
We are now accepting advertisements for the 2010-2011 B'nai Israel monthly newsletter. Connect with our membership of over 300 families with a presence in our monthly newsletters, which are also posted in color on our website. Sponsorships of the membership directory are also available. Advertising options are affordable and support Congregation B'nai Israel. For more information, please contact erin@bnaigainesville.com.
Announcing Schedule of Services for Tisha B'Av
Join us for Tisha B'Av Services:
Monday, July 19, 8:15 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20, 7 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Shabbat Yoga Resumes July 24
Join us for a unique Shabbat experience!
Shabbat Yoga
2nd and 4th Saturday or each month
9 a.m. in the Community Room
Beginners are welcome. Modifications will always be presented to ensure that all participants experience an enjoyable yoga practice. Please join us on July 24!
Friendly Reminder to Submit Dues Pledge to the Synagogue Office
We are gearing up for another meaningful High Holiday season and year of innovative and exciting programming.
If you have not already done so, please return your membership renewal materials to the synagogue office as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to discuss dues adjustments in a completely confidential process, please contact executive director Erin Lang: erin@bnaigainesville.com or 376-1508 x103.