The Seder is

intended to be

a personal ex-

perience. It

should not,

however, be a

private one.

One should

look upon the Exodus as an

event of the present, not of

the past. One should feel

that he is leaving his personal

Egypt, i.e., going beyond all

the boundaries and limita-

tions that confine his essen-

tial G-dly nature.

Yet, the Torah teaches us

that this realization should

be experienced communally.

The Paschal sacrifice, it com-

mands, should be offered

"for your families." However

personal our Passover expe-

rience is, we should share

and celebrate it together

with our families -- immedi-

ate and extended. Each per-

son extends a hand to an-

other, helping him or her

understand and taste

Redemption.

The Haggadah points to this

concept in its discussion of

the four sons. It is not only

the wise who are gathered

at the Seder table, but also

the simple, those who identi-

fy Jewishly and appreciate

observance, but have difficul-

ty verbalizing their identifica-

tion. They are joined by

those who do not know how

to ask -- those who know

that they are Jewish, but

know little more than that,

who do not know where to

begin looking to find out

more about their faith.

And together with them

comes the wicked -- Jews

who challenge observance,

but at the same time, want

to share in the Seder experi-

ence. Whatever their per-

sonal or ideological peeves

with Jewish practice, they

feel that on Passover night,

they belong at a Seder.

These sons celebrate the

Seder together. They do

not make separate Seders;

they come together at the

same table. They are all part

of the same people, and the

experience of redemption

that each is seeking is inter-

twined with that of the oth-

er.

The essential oneness that

permeates the Jewish people

and the mystic oneness of

G-d that pervades all exist-

ence is reflected in all four

sons.

The order in which the four

sons are mentioned also

teaches us an important

lesson: j

The wicked son comes right

after the wise son. This

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C G I W I S H L I S T

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Chabad of Bradenton &

Lakewood Ranch is an

organization that provides

social, educational,

recreational, and religious

programming. Chabad is a

place where every Jew,

affiliated or unaffiliated,

observant or non-observant,

can come and feel

comfortable. We believe

that regardless of educational

background or affiliation, it

is the inalienable right of

every Jewish person to learn

and participate in our

heritage, which belongs

to us equally.

B”H

C H A B A D N E W S

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points to the wicked son's

inner potential. The only

thing separating him from

the wise son is his desire,

and that can be changed.

That is another reason why

they are sitting together; so

that they can share and com-

municate and allow the fun-

damental Jewish desire that

they possess in their hearts

to come to the surface.

When these four sons get

together, they can bring the

fifth son, the apathetic one,

to the Seder table -- a son or

a daughter who is Jewish but

for some reason was not

planning to come to a Seder

table. When the Haggadah

was written, this type of son

did not exist. Now, unfortu-

nately this son is a very prev-

alent type of person within

the Jewish community.

However apathetic to his or

her Jewish roots this fifth

son appears, within his heart,

there is also a desire to be-

come part of the Jewish ex-

perience. When all four

sons come together on Pass-

over, the dynamic synergy

that results will be powerful

enough to inspire all the fifth

sons to claim their place at

the Seder table.

Rabbi Mendy Bukiet

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C H A B A D R O C K S P U R I M W I T H F A B U L O U S P R O G R A M S

(charity, meal, food gifts

and megillah) with food,

noise and money experi-

ments, and optical illu-

sions.

Torah Tots gave children

the opportunity to make

Hamentaschen, food gifts,

and Purim masks.

Chabad’s first night Purim

Party, growing every year

to over eighty people at-

tending this year, featured

a megillah reading, mas-

querade, cocktails, deli-

cious chocolates and

Hamentaschen.

And of course, Purim at

Chabad would not be the

same without its annual

Purim Bash themed this

year to Purim USA!

Chabad of Bradenton &

Lakewood Ranch does

Purim right! There were

over five programs taking

place on or around Purim

to educate, raise aware-

ness, and most important-

ly to bring the joy of Pu-

rim to the entire Jewish

community.

The Purim Gift project

brought the joy of Purim

to over 200 Jewish fami-

lies with traditional food

gifts being delivered to

homes all across Manatee

County.

Purim in The Lab, Chabad

Hebrew School’s third

Family Fun Day of the

year experimented with

the four mitzvahs of Purim

An overflow crowd of

over one hundred and

twenty people enjoyed an

American themed ventril-

oquist show, all-star

American menu, carica-

tures, masquerade,

American parody by

Rabbi Mendy & Dr. Steve

Shapiro, children’s Uncle

Sam piñata games,

American art more.

Special thanks to all the

volunteers who helped

with the Purim events and

to the generous Purim

USA Purim sponsors

namely Esther Cohen &

Mendel Alvarez, Pinchos &

Miriam Rodriguez, Bob &

Pam Weigert and Brent

Ricki Rubin.

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C A M P G A N I S R A E L U P D A T E

Which camp has waterslides, create-a-camp (stem robotics and mini-chef), Shabbat parties, swimming,

sports, bi-weekly trips, cooking, art, drama, specialty activities, and fabulous counselors all combined?

Only Camp Gan Israel! Our camp is unique in that it combines culture, Judaism, fun, and safety into one fabulous

camp experience. Check us out on the web at cgibradenton.org or call the office for more info or a registration

packet at 941-752-3030.

We are gearing up for an exciting summer at Chabad’s Camp

Gan Israel. Any help with the camp needs enumerated below

would be greatly appreciated!

1. $500 gift card to BJ’s

2. $500 gift card to Walmart

3. $500 gift card to Kosher Kaddy

4. Camp Scholarship Fund Donations

Sponsor a week of camp for one child: $150

Sponsor a full season of camp for a child: $450

5. Art Supplies

6. Sports Equipment

7. Bounce House / Waterslide

Contact Chabad at 941-752-3030 for more information.

Message from the Counselors:

We are so excited to have a fabulous sum-

mer at Camp Gan Israel! We are ready to

give all we've got for camp this year and

provide great care with loads

of fun. We've been to camps

in Maryland, Montreal, Israel, California, New

York, and London!

Can’t wait to see you all!

Ceita Perlstein, Rivkah Kessler, and Ceita Morosow

C A M P G A N I S R A E L W I S H L I S T

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Tuesday, April 21

7:30—8:45 pm

The Chabad House

5712 Lorraine Road

$15 per class

941-752-3030

info@chabadofrbadenton.com

www.chabadofbradenton.com

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Erev Pesach

Siyum of the Firstborn: 8:00 am

Eat Chometz until 11:28 am

Burn Chometz by: 12:30 pm

Candle Lighting Time: 7:30 pm

Chabad Seder: 7:30 pm

15 Nissan – Shabbat, April 4

PASSOVER

Morning Services: 9:30 am

Light Candles after: 8:24 pm

16 Nissan – Sunday, April 5

PASSOVER

Morning Services: 9:30 am

Omer: Day One

Holiday ends: 8:24 pm

17 Nissan – Monday, April 6

PASSOVER – Intermediary Day

Omer: Day Two

18 Nissan – Tuesday, April 7

PASSOVER -- Intermediary Day

Omer: Day Three

19 Nissan – Wednesday, April 8

PASSOVER -- Intermediary Day

Omer: Day Four

20 Nissan – Thursday, April 9

PASSOVER -- Intermediary Day

Omer: Day Five

Light Candles: 7:33 pm

Evening Services: 7:30 pm

21 Nissan – Friday, April 10

PASSOVER – Seventh Day

Omer: Day Six

Morning Services: 9:30 am

Light Candles: 7:34 pm

22 Nissan: Shabbat,, April 11

PASSOVER – Last Day

Morning Services: 9:30 am

Yizkor Memorial Services: 11:00 am

Kabbalistic Seder: 6:30 pm

Omer: Day Seven

Holiday Ends: 8:28 pm

All services will take place at the

The Chabad House.

Please don’t forget to sell your

chometz before Passover. The

forms can be downloaded from the

Chabad website or picked up at

Chabad. Forms can also be mailed

to your home at your request.

Please contact Chabad at 941-752-

3030.

Check out the Chabad website for

all your Passover needs including

Shmurah Matzah, Seder plates,

Haggadahs, and more.

PA S S O V E R S C H E D U L E O F S E RV I C E S

Wednesdays, beginning May 6, 7:30 pm

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O N G O I N G P R O G R A M S All events take place at The Chabad House unless otherwise noted.

Talmud Classes

Mondays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Explore the Talmud and its laws in its original text. No prior

knowledge of the Talmud or Hebrew is necessary. Book fee:

$45.

Torah Studies

Saturday mornings, 9:00 - 9:30

Participate in a fascinating class on the Torah portion of the

week. Discover the mystical meanings and lessons behind an-

cient stories. Admission is free.

Weekly Shabbat Services

Friday night, 7:00, Saturday mornings 9:30

Enjoy warm, family friendly services at The Chabad House.

Saturday morning services are followed by a delicious buffet

Kiddush.

Halacha & Havdallah

Saturday, an hour before Shabbat’s Conclusion (sundown)

Join Rabbi Mendy for a class on Code of Jewish Law followed by

Havdallah. Free.

Chabad Hebrew School

Sunday mornings, April 19 & 26, 9:30 am - noon

Give your child the experience of a lifetime at CHS featuring an

outstanding curriculum, professional and warm teachers, hands-

on lessons, Ckids motivational system, and an innovative

Hebrew reading Aleph Champ program.

Rosh Chodesh Society (RCS) - “Soulmates”

Tuesday, April 21, 7:30 - 9:00 pm

Join Chanie Bukiet for the sixth of a seven-session course on

Jewish Secrets to Meaningful Relationships. Sixth Session – Sa-

cred Space—Defining Marriage’s Boundaries. Cost is $18 per

class / $15 textbook.

Torah & Tea

Tuesdays, 11:00 am - noon

Join Chanie Bukiet in her home for a weekly dose of delicious

tea and refreshments spiced with thoughts on the weekly Torah

portion and round the table discussions. Free. Sponsor: $25

For more information on any of the above ongoing events, call Rabbi Mendy Bukiet at

941-752-3030 or e-mail info@chabadofbradenton.com.

Welcome to Our New Club Chai Member:

Leibel & Mushkie Kessler

Chai members provide monthly sustenance to Cha-

bad in multiples of 18 (Chai-Life). Be a partner in

our valuable work and community!

A monthly donation in any amount gets you

into the club.

Contact Chabad for more information at

752-3030.

K I D D U S H S P O N S O R S

Chabad Golf Club

IHO Chabad

Benjamin Alpert

IHO my twins Gabriel &

Nathan’s 10th Birthday

Isaac & Mimy Abitbol

IHO the yartzeit of Isaac’s

brother

Brent & Ricki Rubin

IMO Morris Solomon

IHO Brent, Ricki, and

Oded’s Birthdays

Shlomo & Orit Cohen

IMO the mother of Orit

Contact Chabad at 941-752-3030 to sponsor a

Kiddush for $150 or a Deluxe Kiddush for $300.

C L U B C H A I

Wishing the Rabbi and family and all

of the members of the

Kahl (congregation) a

Happy & Healthy Kosher Passover!

Isaac & Mimy Abitbol

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PARTNER APPRECIATION

V O L U N T E E R S P O T L I G H T

Mendel Alvarez

Eugene & Linda Ames

Robert & Deborah Azeff

Ronald & Yardena Babcock

Daniel & Tseza Benjamin

David Bittker

Joseph Block

Alan & Annette Boorstein

Don & Allegria Bouquet

Rabbi Joseph & Fradel Bukiet

Andrew & Benedicte Burg

Edward Buyes

Wendy Claussen

Benjamin & Giuliana Cohen

Ester Cohen

Larry & Joan Cohen

Lee & Trudy Cohen

Martin & Barbara Cohen

Shlomo & Orit Cohen

Yoav Cohen

Emanuel & Doris DeCoveny

Maurice & Ellen Echales

Jim & Estrella Engelhardt

Melvin Fingerut

Marvin & Elaine Fitzer

Steve & Bobbi Frey

Max & Cynthia Friedman

Anita Fukunaka

Mitch & Beth Garbow

Jerome & Patricia Gauthier

Bonnie Gottlieb

Paul & Jacqueline Gordon

Felix & Jessica Grudsky

Paul & Marsha Halpern

Charles & Carol Hanin

Jacqueline Hanover

Stephen & Linda Heller

Brock & Staci Hollett

Ron & Ruth Hyatt

Larry & Sandie Ivers

David & Rimma Kasse

Moshe Kesselman

Leibel & Mushkie Kessler

Taras & Donna Kochno

David Kramer

Lieba Kramer

Joshua & Andrea Kreithen

David & Louise Levy

Vijay & Nina Mahadeo

Michael Mahadeo

Nathaniel Mahadeo

Jack & Janet Mamane

Herman & Ruth Marks

Albert Mayara

David Meyersburg

John Mickelbank

Oded & Carli Neeman

Andrew & Elaine Nutlay

Merrill & Carol Oltchick

Frank & Moraima Rodriguez

Michael & Elaine Roteman

Brent & Ricki Rubin

John Sackler

March Schnur

Barbara Schur

Steve & Colleen Shapiro

David & Laya Shugol

Louis Siegel

Sandy & Phyllis Silverman

Jackie Simmons

Joe & Rosalie Slavings

Steve & Mimi Stambler

Jeff & Charity Steckel

Jack & Susan Steenbarger

Jeffrey & Jocelyn Stevens

William & Anne Turner

Richard & Lauren Vallone

Anne Virag

Robert & Pam Weigert

Jonas & Barbara Weingarten

Jerry & Judy Zivic

Yardena Cohen-Babcock

Max Brenner

Chaim Meir, Mordechai, Shaya

Bukiet

Ben & Giuliana Cohen

Ester Cohen

Shlomo Cohen

Clayton Glenney

Malka Glenney

Carol Hanin

David Korman

Nina Mahadeo

Evelyn Martineau

Brent & Ricki Rubin

Steve & Colleen Shapiro

Richard & Lauren Vallone

Mark Walzer

Bob & Pam Weigert

Steve & Laura Weinshel

Jerry & Judy Zivic

We apologize if anyone’s name was left out inadvertently. It is by no means a result of a lack of appreciation on our part.

D O N O R C A R D S

Don & Allegria Bouquet

IHO the Purim sponsors

IMO Abraham ben Ester

Richard & Lauren Vallone

IHO the wedding of Mendel Alvarez & Ester Cohen

IMO Doris Shapiro

Jacqueline Hanover

IHO Rosalie Slavings on her journey to health

IHO Rabbi Mendy for reading the Megillah to her on Purim

IMO Harvey Mishner’s father, OBM

Paul & Jacqueline Gordon

IHO Jacqueline Hanover

Thursday, May 7: Lag Ba’Omer Bonfire and Petting Zoo, 6:00 pm

Enjoy Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch's annual Lag Ba’omer Bonfire featuring delicious kosher food, marshmallow roasting, music, pet-

ting zoo and pony rides, and more for all ages on the Chabad grounds. Admission is free but some food fees and pony ride fees to apply.

Sponsor this event for $250.

Tuesday, May 12: 7:30 pm

Join the Jewish Women’s Circle for a Cooking Competition open to both men and women at The Chabad House. The competition will include

a Kosher Food Presentation with Rabbi Mendy, a Kosher Food tasting, and cooking and competing for fabulous prizes. Reservations required.

Join the Competition or RSVP by contacting Chabad at www.chabadofbradentom.com or 941-752-3030. Fee: $10 per person / Sponsor a table

for $100.

Friday, April 3: Interactive Passover Seder, 7:30 pm

Join Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch at the Chabad House for an enchanting Passover Seder. Relive the exodus, discover the eternal

meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a community Seder complete with hand-baked Matzah, wine, and a wonderful dinner spiced with unique tra-

ditional customs. Couvert: Adults $50, Child $36, Sponsor: $500.

Shabbos, April 11: Kabbalistic Purim Feast, 6:30 pm

Celebrate the conclusion of Passover at the Chabad House with a Kabalistic festive gathering. Attendees will have the opportunity to drink the

four cups of wine and partake of the Matzah customarily eaten at this time. A light buffet dinner will be served. RSVP. Free.

Sponsor this event for $180.

C A L E N D A R O F U P C O M I N G E V E N T S

For more information, contact Chabad at 941-752-3030, info@chabadofbradenton.com, or visit www.chabadofbradenton.com.

Wednesday, October 30,

7:30-8:45 pm

$75 per person

$135 per couple

textbooks included

941-752-3030, info@chabadofbradenton.com, myjli.com

5712 Lorraine Road

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