Begin the New Year with Adult Education. Join our

SHABBAT, SCHOLAR AND SUPPER SERIES

Is the Arab spring a success - or a failure? Are the protests in Egypt, Tunisia and Yemen aboutdemocracy - or about food? Is real democracy in the Middle East viable or is it a faraway goal? Come hear author, soldier andlegislator Michael Bar-Zohar share his insights on the state of democracy in the Middle East.Co-Sponsored by the Israel Involvement Committee

Ori SoltesFriday, November 11 at 6:00 pmLost and (Sometimes) Found:Nazi-Plundered Art

Ori Soltes is Professorial Lecturer in Theology and Fine Arts at Georgetown University and former Directorof the B’nai B’rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum in Washington, DC. As the co-founder and chairmanof the Holocaust Art Restitution Project, he has conducted research on behalf of museums and individualswith claims for the return of art that was plundered by the Nazis. Professor Soltes is the author of nearly 200

books, articles, exhibition catalogues and essays on a variety of subjects.

It is said that as much as one-fifth of the world’s art changed hands during World War II, mostly at the hands of the Nazis. Why andhow did the Nazi regime plunder so much art, mostly from Jews? What was the process of trying to return it to its owners after thewar and how and why did that effort virtually disappear by the end of the 1950s—and how did it re-emerge by the late 1990s?What have been the challenges and some of the signal successes and failures in the struggle to restore works of art, some invaluable,many only valuable as family heirlooms to the victims from whom they were stolen or their heirs?Co-Sponsored by The Renaissance Group

Shabbat Dinner Forms for both Scholar Dinners are on page 13

Join the congregation as we hear from Shabbat Scholars at our 6:00 pm worship services.Continue learning at the Shabbat dinner following services.

Michael Bar-ZoharFriday, October 28 at 6:00pmThe Arab Spring and Israel:Where Are We Today?

OCTOBER, 2011/TISHRI, 5772

ClergyRabbi Daniel M. Cohen, D.Min.Rabbi Ellie Lynn Miller, M.A.R.E.Rabbi Harvey S. Goldman, EmeritusRabbi Herbert Weiner, EmeritusCantor Theodore AronsonCantor Joan Finn

Lay LeadershipJay Rice, PresidentRob Ozer, VPJules Nissim, VPSue Wishnow, VPMax Weisenfeld, VPLisa Tilton-Levine, VPDavid Leit, VPWendy Ferber, VPJeff DuBowy, TreasurerLynne Crawford, Secretary

Executive DirectorLeslie Y. SpornSchool DirectorsCarol Paster, PreschoolMindy Schreff, Religious SchoolProgram DirectorTracy Horwitz, LSWJFS Social Worker at TSTIBeth Sandweiss, MA, MSWBulletinSunny Seglin

Phone: 973-763-4116

MEMBER CONGREGATIONUNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM

Schedule of ServicesSchedule of ServicesSchedule of ServicesSchedule of ServicesSchedule of Services

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Contact us at info@tstinj.orgVisit our website at www.tsti.orgPh: 973-763-4116 Fax: 973-763-3941

Saturday, October 1Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M.Gross Bet MidrashBar Mitzvah of Jack Langberg, 10:15 A.M.

Friday, October 7Kol NidreShabbat Service, 6:45 and 9:15 P.M.Bass Sanctuary Building

Saturday, October 8Yom KippurEarly Service, 8:30 A.M.Childrens Program, 8:30 A.M.Late Morning Service, 11:15 A.M.AIPAC: Israel Update, 1:30 P.M.Meditation Service, 1:30 P.M.Intergenerational Service, 2:15 P.M.Afternoon/Yizkor/Neilah Service, 3:30 P.M.

Thursday, October 13Sukkot Festival Service and Lunch ofRemembrance, 10:30 A.M.

Friday, October 14SukkotShabbat Service, 6:00 P.M.Bass Sanctuary Building

Saturday, October 15Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M.Gross Bet MidrashB’nai Mitzvah of Melanie Albert,Jordan Pressel and Lydia Simon, 10:15 A.M.Bat Mitzvah of Marleigh Friedman,10:30 A.M.

Wednesday, October 19Yizkor Service and Lunch of Remembrance,10:30 A.M.

Friday, October 21B’reshitShabbat/Simchat Torah and New Member/Religious School Consecration, 6:00 P.M.Bass Sanctuary Building

Saturday, October 22Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M.Gross Bet MidrashBar Mitzvah of Max Maidenberg, 10:15 A.M.Bat Mitzvah of Rebecca Connelly, 10:30 A.M.

Friday, October 28NoachShabbat Service and Scholar,Michael Bar Zohar, 6:00 P.M.Bass Sanctuary Building

Saturday, October 29Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M.Gross Bet MidrashB’nai Mitzvah of Joshua Baum andDaniel Schild, 10:15 A.M.Bar Mitzvah of Jordan Kuvin, 10:30 A.M.

Friday, November 4Lech LechaFamily Shabbat, 6:00 P.M.Shabbat Service, 7:30 P.M.Bass Sanctuary Building

Simchat Torah and ShabbatA Very Special Time

to WelcomeOur Newest Members

Friday, October 21 at 6:00 P.M.A Festive Oneg will Follow

DECORATE THE SUKKAHWednesday, October 12 6-7:30 P.M.

Enjoy a light dessert as we decorate our Sukkah as a Temple community.Make decorations, hang banners, place the gourds and pumpkins

to create a beautiful sukkah for everyone to enjoy.End the evening by shaking the lulav, smelling the etrog and learning the blessings of Sukkot.

Thursday, October 13 - Sukkot Service at 10:30 A.M.Thursday, October 13 - Sukkot Service at 10:30 A.M.Thursday, October 13 - Sukkot Service at 10:30 A.M.Thursday, October 13 - Sukkot Service at 10:30 A.M.Thursday, October 13 - Sukkot Service at 10:30 A.M.

Wednesday, October 1910:30 A.M.in the Gellis-Green Chapel:An Opportunity to Remember thosewe’ve loved and lost at ourYizkor Service and Lunch ofRemembrance

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The President’sPoint of View

From theRabbi’s Study

(cont. on page 11)

I am writing this bulletin article a few days before thePalestinians plan to unilaterally announce statehood. That meansthat by the time this bulletin is published, much will havechanged in the Middle East landscape. And as I write this, itunclear what will unfold in the coming days and weeks. What isclear however, and will be the case regardless of what happensover the next weeks, is that this is a truly precarious time for theJewish state. The so-called Arab Spring has not yielded much of amove toward the hoped-for democracy. Egypt, once an ally, albeita cold one, now has individuals storming the Israeli embassy.Turkey, once one of Israel’s closest allies, now sees growingantagonism. And at every turn, the process of working todelegitimize Israel continues to grow.

It is not a good time for the Jewish State. Now more than ever it isimportant that we know what is going on, what we can do, andhow to make our voices heard. A few suggestions on where tostart:

1. Between the morning and afternoon services on Yom Kippur,Temple member and AIPAC Northeast Regional Director MichaelSachs will once again give us an update on Israel. Here is anopportunity to hear from one of the most knowledgeableindividuals in our community with regard to what is takingplace and the ways in which we can help. Thank you Mike!

2. Join me on October 16 for the Stand Up for Israel Rally. Wehave our 5K run that morning at 9:30. I will be participating in itand then heading straight to the event. If you plan on attendingthe 5K please join me. We’ll arrive a bit late, but there will stillbe a great deal to learn and do. If you are not participating in the5K please make plans to be there the entire time. If you’d like tostay closer to “home” you can learn more about the media’s biastoward Israel by attending an outstanding talk by Gary Kenzersponsored by Renaissance Group and the Israel InvolvementCommittee here at TSTI at 2:00 P.M.

3. Join a pro-Israel group (or two or three). Join AIPAC, J-Street,ARZA... join and get involved with an organization that iscommitted to the Jewish State.

4. Read sources that offer insight, analysis, and can recommendways to get involved. We have a list of such sources on theTemple website and, as often as possible, we link to the articles

The summer of 2011 in the halls ofGovernment in Washington, D.C. willlong be remembered as a time whenRepublicans and Democrats wereincapable of agreeing on anything.

This gridlock has gone on for years now but months of dramaover the debt ceiling has just made matters worse.

There has just been one issue that Republicans andDemocrats have uniformly and consistently agreed upon:support for the State of Israel.

This year, the Unites States provided over $3 billion in aidto Israel. Support for this aid was almost unanimous amongboth Republican and Democrats. The reality is that no matterhow much money is raised through the efforts of the UnitedJewish Appeal and other organizations, these dollars arerelatively small in comparison to the America’s annualcommitment.

How is it that Congressman from districts where there isvirtually no Jewish population, become ardent supporters ofIsrael? There are many reasons I’m sure, but certainly a leadingfactor in the efforts of pro-Israel lobbies, the largest beingAIPAC. When virtually every Senator and Congressman makesa personal appearance at AIPAC’s annual policy conference,you understand the enormous reach and influence of the lobby.

Congress’s traditional support for Israel should not,however, be taken for granted. There are winds of change in theair. The need to reduce the federal deficit is causing somelegislators to look closely at foreign aid. Some of the newmembers of Congress do not believe, as a matter of philosophy,in foreign aid. Sooner or later, some legislator will challengeAmerica’s financial support to Israel.

American Jews have a special place in our hearts for Israel.We support Israel in many ways; our UJA gift, the planting oftrees in Israel, a family trip or a birthright trip for our children.But, if we have not done so already, we need to find a place tosupport the efforts to continue America’s strong support forIsrael. We can do this by supporting lobbying groups such asAIPAC. We can also write to our legislators and ask for theircontinued support. This may be the most important thing wecan do to help maintain the existence and security of Israel.Israel has survived wars and intifadas but never in my lifetimehas Israel seemed so isolated. The Arab spring has put intoquestion the continued viability of the Israel-Egypt peace treaty.The Palestinian application for Statehood made to the UnitedNations had drawn world wide support. The efforts atdelegitimization of Israel are all around us. Only the UnitedStates stands by Israel during this difficult time. If this supportis to continue, Israel needs each and everyone of us to helpinsure America’s continued commitment. This is no time for anyof us to sit on the sidelines.

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The Iris FamilyThe Iris FamilyThe Iris FamilyThe Iris FamilyThe Iris Family

Mindy SchreffReligious School Director

Linda and RudySlucker

Religious School

Change is hard for many while newbeginnings are exciting for others.Some of us go kicking and screaming

into the unknown and others jump in head first. There are timeswe might want to take on a new challenge alone and other timeswe may need a partner or small group to join us. Some peoplewant to look for a new job while others are forced into thesituation.

For myself, I am usually the ‘jump-in-head-first-go-it-alone’person who just happens to attract the ‘kicking-and-screaming-I’m-not-so-sure-about-this’ friend.

This has happened quite often actually…it’s how I’ve managed toconvince my co-worker, Andrea Dean, to ‘volunteer’ to be my co-teacher in the Religious School kindergarten class. I’m sure Imade it sound like an easy job and talked to her about the extramoney to help pay for her baby’s childcare fees. Pretty soon the 2hour commute, the cost of gas and the extra planning andreporting that go along with this job will far outweigh thepromise of fun times working together, but I expect that by then,Andrea will have been hooked.

It’s also how I managed to excitedly mention to Rabbi Miller and3 of the teachers in the preschool about the 3-day farmconference I spoke of in last month’s article, which, by the way,has taken on a life of its own. In early September the trainerscame from Maryland to begin what will be a 10 monthpartnership with the Preschool and Religious School staff. InOctober a naturalist team from Nebraska will spend 2 days‘walking the fields’ and drawing up proposals for our propertywhile also providing additional teacher training so can become anationally certified outdoor classroom.

It’s the same influence that has allowed my son, Alex, the abilityto decide to move to Florida for a job. Unfortunately it is also thereason that I volunteered to take the road trip with him. I hadvisions of mother-son bonding time. What I didn’t factor in isjust how much longer the trip feels when riding in a JeepWrangler with plastic windows and a soft top roof a day afterhurricane Irene. Not only did we bounce around like a sailboatin high seas, the wind and residual rain storms made the noiselevel deafening; we could not hear each other speak unless wewere yelling. At least we have the same taste in music and areboth content with the volume on high.

Our Promise Tree has bloomed! As you enter the lobby by theReligious School Office, please take note of our amazing“Promise Tree”. As part of our Opening Day events, each studentin the school was asked to write a promise of something theywould do in the coming year to help make a difference to oneperson. As I read many of them, I was touched by the kindnessand thoughtfulness that went into their writings. Please add youown wish to the tree- there is a container with the tools you needright by the tree.

If you walked through the halls our halls on our first day, youheard students welcoming each other back, new studentsmaking new friends and our community strengthening. The firstday has set the tone for an environment where every child isrespected, celebrated for their unique qualities, and an integralpart of our school community.

During this year, we will be encouraging teamwork as well askindness through some healthy competition. Our theme is YadB’Yad, means hand in hand, and that is one way our children aregoing to learn this year. Each homeroom is going to be a YadSquad, and they will compete with other classes in various areas:Shabbat Attendance, Hebrew reading at home, class behaviorand teamwork on many projects. There will be a team prize atChanukah, at the end of the year and small rewards in between!

Our older students, which include Seventh Grade and up, willalso participate in many new and challenging programs duringthe year.

Watch the next e-blast for more details and please help supportyour student’s Yad Squad!

L’Shalom,

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From the Green TeamFrom the Green TeamFrom the Green TeamFrom the Green TeamFrom the Green TeamRecipe of the MonthRecipe of the MonthRecipe of the MonthRecipe of the MonthRecipe of the Month

Ingredients:1 Red Pepper, roasted (can use canned)1 cup uncooked Red Quinoa2 cups Vegetable Broth (or water)½ cup Kalamata Olives, pitted & chopped½ cup chopped Pistachio Nuts (salted or unsalted)Dressing:1/3 cup chopped Cilantro¼ cup EV Olive Oil2 Tbsp. chopped Parsley2 Tbsp. Grated Orange Zest3 Tbsp. Lemon Juice2 large Garlic Cloves, chopped1 tsp. Ground Cumin½ tsp. Kosher Salt¼ tsp. (or more) CayenneOptional add-ins: roasted Corn, Chickpeas, diced Cucumber,chopped Red Onion, Tofu cubes, diced Chicken..

email: Pamfood@aol.com

Preparation instructions:1. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in saucepan, cover andreduce heat to low & simmer for 15 minutes, until water/broth is absorbed. Uncover, fluff with a fork; set aside tocool.2. Roast Red Pepper on outdoor grill/broil in oven/placeover stove flame. When completely charred (blackened) onall sides, place pepper in a bowl and cover or place in apaper bag and close. Allow pepper to “steam” about 15-20minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel and chop.3. Make Dressing: Place all dressing ingredients in a foodprocessor or blender; process until smooth.4. In large bowl, combine quinoa, roasted pepper, olivesand dressing. Sprinkle with nuts.

**Quinoa- is a seed, not a grain. It contains no gluten. Itprovides all the essential amino acids- considered one of the bestsources of protein for a vegetarian diet.

Quinoa**, Pistachio & Roasted Red Pepper SaladQuinoa**, Pistachio & Roasted Red Pepper SaladQuinoa**, Pistachio & Roasted Red Pepper SaladQuinoa**, Pistachio & Roasted Red Pepper SaladQuinoa**, Pistachio & Roasted Red Pepper Salad

If you haven’t yet registered your college student with CollegeCorner, please take this opportunity to give him or her a connection totemple and to receive some great gift boxes at holiday times. Returnthis form to temple, attention Tracy Horwitz.

Student Name__________________________________________

School________________________________________________

Address_______________________________________________

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On Campus Housing?________ Off Campus Housing? ___________

Should the mailing address include the school name Y N

Anticipated Graduation Year_______________________________

Email_________________________________________________

Parents' names__________________________________________

TSTI COLLEGE CORNEREHello 9th Graders and Parents . . .STISY IS STARTING SOON . . .

Mark your Calendars forSTISY’S Mystery Event

Sunday, October 23 12pm-5pm

Congratulations on coming of age! You are now officiallyeligible to become a MEMBER OF STISY! This is not only aprivilege but a wonderful opportunity to meet new people aswell as reunite with old ones! Now, you can volunteer, learn,participate in social action, socialize and get in touch with yourJewish side while having fun at the same time! To members ofpast years, we hope that you will continue your membershipwith STISY and encourage others to do the same! We’re excitedfor an amazing year, and on behalf of the 2011-2012 STISYBoard, we say “Shalom!” For a membership application or moreinformation, please email Tracy Horwitz at thorwitz@tstinj.org.

STISY

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Renaissance Group

You will have this Bulletin in hand before our annual paid-upmembership luncheon on October 16. We will be meeting in theballroom at 12:30 p.m. and we look forward to seeing all of you.Our guest speaker will be Gary Kenzer of “HonestGary Kenzer of “HonestGary Kenzer of “HonestGary Kenzer of “HonestGary Kenzer of “HonestReporReporReporReporReportintintintinting” wg” wg” wg” wg” who will speak on “ho will speak on “ho will speak on “ho will speak on “ho will speak on “A Media Bias AgA Media Bias AgA Media Bias AgA Media Bias AgA Media Bias AgainstainstainstainstainstIsrael: WIsrael: WIsrael: WIsrael: WIsrael: What Can What Can What Can What Can What Can We Do About It?”e Do About It?”e Do About It?”e Do About It?”e Do About It?” which promises to be astimulating topic.

Gary Kenzer is the Executive Director of Honest Reporting, anorganization that monitors the media, exposes cases of bias,

Opening EventSunday, October 16with Guest Speaker

Gary Kenzer“Defending Israel from Media Bias”

Paid Up Lunch at 12:30 P.M.Speaker at 2:00 P.M.

Mimi Braun

promotes balance, and effects change to ensure Israel isrepresented fairly and accurately. Prior to his work with HonestReporting, he was the National Director for Magen David AdomUSA which provides much needed support to Magen DavidAdom, Israel’s national emergency medical, disaster, ambulanceand blood bank service. Mr. Kenzer has presented at manyregional, national and international conferences on Jewishcommunal issues for well over 20 years and has been publishedin the RAVSAK Jewish Educators Journal on Israel advocacy.Thank you to the Israel Involvement Committee for co-sponsoringthis event with us.

On Friday, November 11, we will co-sponsor Temple’s Scholar inResidence program. Please see Page 1 for more information.

The summer is past and we are now looking forward to a goodFall season. Speaking about “fall” two of our active members didjust that …fell..this summer. Ruth Tenner and Joie Berman areboth on the road to recovery after each having hip surgery andwe look forward to welcoming them back to Renaissance .Hoping to see all of you on Sunday October 16 at our paid-upmembership luncheon.

A PA PA PA PA PARARARARARTTTTTY WITH A PURPOSEY WITH A PURPOSEY WITH A PURPOSEY WITH A PURPOSEY WITH A PURPOSEA FUN-FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTH ORANGE!A FUN-FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTH ORANGE!A FUN-FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTH ORANGE!A FUN-FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTH ORANGE!A FUN-FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTH ORANGE!

Hosted by Milly IrisHosted by Milly IrisHosted by Milly IrisHosted by Milly IrisHosted by Milly IrisJoin Us !Join Us !Join Us !Join Us !Join Us !

Back by popular demand

TSTI 5K Run/WalkSunday morning, October 16th$36 for adults/$18 under age 18No charge for babies in strollers and4-footed friends on leashes.To register, visit the Temple websiteor contact Debbie Bernstein atbernstein.deb@gmail.com

CLOTHING DRIVESTISY’s Annual Midnight Run will beheld in early December

Clothing Needed:LARGE or EXTRA LARGEShirts, Sweaters, Pants, Jackets(Men’s Clothing Preferred)

New Underwear and socks (men’s andwomen’s)New Trial Size Toiletry ItemsHats and Gloves

On Saturday, December 10 at 7:30 P.M.,Milly Iris will host a special event tocelebrate her 80th milestone birthday and50th year in South Orange at the SouthOrange Performing Arts Center. Thefeatured performer is John Pizzarelli andhis trio, with additional entertainment by

strolling magician and mind reader, Oz Pearlman. All proceedsfrom the evening will benefit SOPAC.

The post-concert party includes open bar with specialtycocktails, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, party favors, performance byOz Pearlman, and presentations by family and friends. For pricesand to reserve your place for this special event, contact SOPACDirector of Development, Linda Onorevole, at 973-382-1033 orlinda@sopacnow.org.

*Donations to A PARTY WITH A PURPOSE are partially tax-deductible.

Bins are in the Religious School Lobby October 10-December 3

The Women’s ConnectionExtends Wishes for a Healthy

and Happy New Year

Lori and Amir Achitoov and FamilyJon Aronson and Family

Reginald BaldiniLori and David Barnett and FamilyPeggy and Alan Barnett and FamilyGail and Kevin Barry and FamilyAndrea and David Baum and FamilyLeslie and Jesse Bayer and FamilyAnnette BergerAndrea and Jeff Bergman and FamilyAdam and Ivy Bernstein and FamilyThe Bernstein-Donald FamilyRita and Robert BoyleMimi Braun and FamilyJane and Michael Brick and FamilyRandi and Glenn Butcher and Family

Heidi and Rob Cohen and Family

Susi and Ken DarvinSarah J. DensenDeborah and Dan Duane and Family

Carol and Barry Eckenthal and Family

Sharon and Stuart Falkin and FamilyHarriet and Everett FelperWendy Ferber and Andrew Nadel

and FamilyHelene and Jack Fersko and FamilyRoslyn and Leon FinkAlice and Sid FormanShelley and Isadore Frankel and FamilyAlice and Bob FriedBobbe and Vernon Futterman and Family

Amy and Richard Giles and FamilyBarbara Glickman and Robert GeffenDan and Matty Goldberg and FamilyPriscilla and Jamie Goldman and FamilyMuriel Goldstein

Beltye and Ramon Green and FamilyGerry and Marvin GouldThe Granados FamilySusan GrandHarriet Grossman

Randee Heller and FamilyMimi and Ken Heyman and FamilyEstelle Hollaender and FamilyLeslie and Jerry Holtz

Lauren and Bob Jacobson

Robin Kahn and Scott Miller and FamilyMildred S. Kass and FamilySusan and Sanford Kimmel and FamilyAlison Klein and Stephen Okinow

and FamilyMalvina and Ben KraneYvette Kruvant

Harriet and Sanford LainerMichelle and Jeff Langsam and FamilyRobert and Jennifer Larson and FamilyWendy and Robert LazarusJen and Rob Lieberman and FamilyJanice and Jay Lippman and FamilyHarold and Annette Littman

Ann Merin

Lisa and Rob Ozer and Family

Pam and Jeff Paro and FamilyPauline Pollack and FamilyHope Pomerantz and FamilySteven Pomerantz and FamilyDouglas and Susan Present and FamilyRobert and Jamie Probber and Family

Lillian RachleffThe Rankin FamilyBarbara and John Robinton and Family

Arlene and Elliot Rogoff and FamilyAllan RosenPaul and Chickie RosenbergRichard and Joan Rosenthal and Family

Nancy and Scott Saffran and FamilyLinda and Joel ScharfMindy Schreff and Steven Schutzer

and FamilySunny and Mark SeglinPhyllis and Richie Seibert and FamilySusan Siegeltuch Witkin and FamilyElly and Larry Silverstein and FamilyCindy and Joe Sobelman and FamilySydne Marshall and Elliot SommerCindy and Michael Sonnabend

and FamilyDoris and Jeffrey SpectorLeslie and Eric SpornToby and Rick Staenberg and FamilyJoanne and Bill Stern and FamilyBarbara and David Stoller and FamilyBarbara and Kenny SunbergAnne and Bart Sussman and Family

Deborah and Mark Taffet and FamilyCarol Redmore and Jerry Tuttle

Hanie and Jerry Warsaw and FamilyMarjorie Weil and FamilyCheryl and Lee Weinberg

Marcia A. WeinsteinAudrey and Len WeissFrankie and Marty WeissThe Weissenberg FamilyMarilyn and Larry White and FamilySue and David Wishnow and Family

Lorraine and Matthew Howard Yablon

Gert and Arnold Zoref

Please join us Monday, November 14th for a very active and empoweringevening as we learn self-defense techniques from instructors in KravMaga. Wear comfortable clothes and meet in the Ballroom at 7:00 pm.Class will begin promptly at 7:30.

Free for Women’s Connection members; $18 for non-members. RSVP andquestions: Lori Barnett: lori.barnett@comcast.net or Paula Tessler: paula_tessler@yahoo.com.

INTERFAITH/GREENFAITH EVENTArts and the Environment

SundaSundaSundaSundaSundayyyyy,,,,, No No No No Novvvvvember 6th 2:30-5:30ember 6th 2:30-5:30ember 6th 2:30-5:30ember 6th 2:30-5:30ember 6th 2:30-5:30St. Andrews Episcopal ChurchSt. Andrews Episcopal ChurchSt. Andrews Episcopal ChurchSt. Andrews Episcopal ChurchSt. Andrews Episcopal Church

TSTI joins fellow local houses of worship to celebrateand appreciate the arts and the environment. Join usfor a wonderful afternoon of song, music, poetry, artand photography exhibitions reflecting how ourrespective faiths celebrate, revere and help protect theenvironment. And, if you are an artist who would liketo exhibit or demonstrate your work or play yourinstrument - please contact Hope athopepomerantz@gmail.com

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The Women’s Connection offers a spectacular evening:Learn How to Defend Yourself the Israeli Way!

NEVER TOO EARLYNEVER TOO EARLYNEVER TOO EARLYNEVER TOO EARLYNEVER TOO EARLYTO SHOP FOR CHANUKAH!TO SHOP FOR CHANUKAH!TO SHOP FOR CHANUKAH!TO SHOP FOR CHANUKAH!TO SHOP FOR CHANUKAH!Visit the Women’s Connection Gift Shop in the calm days of October (after the HighHoly Days and before Thanksgiving) where you’ll find the very best in gifts for thehome, for your children and grandchildren and maybe a little something just foryourself -- did you know that our gold prices haven’t changed for years? They’re thelowest in town.The Gift Shop is open on Tuesdays during Religious School hours, during the onegshabbat on Fridays, and on Sundays and other days by appointment. Contact Marciaat marciaw16@aol.com or call her at 973-364-0301.

Women’s Connection Trip!

Walking Tour of Jewish Harlem

Did you know that Harlem was once the third largest Jewish settlement in the world, after Warsaw and the Lower EastSide? We invite you to join historian Joyce Gold on a 2-hour narrated walk, covering about ½ mile, to hear stories aboutthe Jews of Harlem and see some of the buildings that were important to them.

Date: Thursday, October 20Time: Arrive at Temple parking lot 8:45 am for 9:00 am departure. Return 3:00-3:30.Cost: $50 for WC members and their guests includes coach bus transportation, walking tour, and lunchat a new Harlem restaurant.

RSVP by October 10 to Ellen Blake citygirl15@verizon.net (973/736-4908)Pam Riesenberg Pamfood@aol.com (973/467-2633)

Limited to first 40 women!

Please send check made out to “Women’s Connection” and this registration form to Shari Stein, 70 Mountainview Rd,Millburn, NJ 07041

TSTI Women’s Connection Walking Tour of Harlem

Yes . . . I have my walking shoes on and I’m ready to go!

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________________ Email: _____________________________________

Check enclosed for $__________________________

Our B’nai Mitzvah

Rebecca Lynn ConnellyOctober 22, 2011Becca is the daughter of Amy RosenConnelly and Christopher Connelly, sister ofMatthew and Ethan, and granddaughter ofMiriam Rosen, Pat and Derek Anderson andJudy and John Connelly.Mitzvah Project: Becca volunteers at the NJAnimal Coalition Shelter, helping to socializecats so they are adoptable.

Max Arthur MaidenbergOctober 22, 2011Max is the son of Rebecca and MarcMaidenberg, brother of Sam, and grandsonof Zvi and Hadassa Maidenberg andMichael Brooks.Mitzvah Project: Max is volunteering with theCougar Soccer Club to help and encouragelocal kids learn the game.

Joshua Alexander BaumOctober 29, 2011Josh is the son of Andrea and David Baum,brother of Jeffrey and Alyssa, and grandsonof Roz and Bill Terzi and Simmie Baum.Mitzvah Project: Josh is working with JESPYHouse, collecting sports equipment for theirrecreation department.

Jordan Saxe KuvinOctober 29, 2011Jordan is the son of Betsy Karetnick andJoshua Kuvin, brother of Samantha, andgrandson of Naomi and Barry Karetnick.Mitzvah Project: Jordan volunteers at the Mt.Pleasant Animal Shelter and raises moneyfor pet care and rescue.

Daniel Eli SchildOctober 29, 2011Daniel is the son of Shara and Mark Schild,brother of Sam and Jonathan, and grandsonof Elaine and Robert Zakarin and Suzanneand Bertram Schild.Mitzvah Project: Through the FriendshipCircle’s “Friends at Home” program, Danielvisits a child with special needs weekly.

Jack Harrison LangbergOctober 1, 2011Jack is the son of Susan and GlennLangberg, brother of George and Diana,and grandson of Marvin Lewtan andNicky Wernick.Mitzvah Project: Through the HorizonSchool, Jack worked with a four year oldchild with cerebral palsy.

Lydia Anne SimonOctober 15, 2011Lydia is the daughter of Susan Norkin andBrian Simon, sister of Tobias, andgranddaughter of Rita and Carl Simon andDorrie Susser and Robert Norkin.Mitzvah Project: Lydia participated in a 5krun to raise money for the Susan G. KomenFoundation.

Melanie Paige AlbertOctober 15, 2011Melanie is the daughter of Hillary andHoward Albert, sister of Elyse and Nicole,and granddaughter of Barbara andGerald Albert and Bernice Krauss.Mitzvah Project: Melanie raised money forHorizon School’s Wheelin’ and Walkin’challenge and works with the school’sstudents who have cerebral palsy.

Marleigh Laurel FriedmanOctober 15, 2011Marleigh is the daughter of Jill Kingsly andRobert Friedman, sister of Jake, andgranddaughter of Myrna Kingsly andJudy and Jon Friedman.Mitzvah Project: Marleigh has been workingwith a child with special needs at theHorizon School.

Jordan Stanley PresselOctober 15, 2011Jordan is the son of Dina and DavidPressel, brother of Mitchell, and grandsonof Paula Cohen, Marc Pressel, andhelley and Martin Rabkin.Mitzvah Project: Jordan participated in “Twinwith a Survivor,” interviewing survivor RabbiHelga Newmark a number of times.

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As of this writing the first day of school begins in less than anhour and I know that there will be children who will enter ourschool excited to make new friends and there will also be thosewho come in kicking and screaming, literally. It is scary formany children and parents alike to start on this new adventure,but in a few weeks they will all settle in to a rhythm. My hope isthat, like Andrea, once they’ve been here awhile they will behooked. Maybe they will be like my farm team and theirclassroom experience will take on a life of its own. I guaranteethere will be bumps along the way when we all feel as thoughwe won’t be able to weather the storm but we will get throughthe highs and lows together, as part of Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel’s Iris Family Center.

Carol PasterPreschool Director

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Tribute OrderTribute to:

Name__________________________________________

Address_________________________________________

In Loving Memory of _______________________________

In Honor of ______________________________________

Donated by:

Name:__________________________________________

Address:________________________________________

I am pleased to contribute $ ________ to the Fund indicatedContributions of $10 and more will be published.

� Abelson, Echikson, Ehrenkrantz Library Fund� Norma Benisch Mansion Restoration Fund� Brotherhood Fund for Youth Activities� Melville J. Berlow Music Fund� Helen A. Broder Museum Fund� Discretionary Funds � Rabbi Cohen � Rabbi Miller�� Cantor Aronson � Rabbi Goldman � Cantor Finn�Gellis Family Fund for Senior Programming� Harriet & Jesse Goodwin Arts & Humanities Fund� Green Family Pulpit Fund� Pearl & Sam Green Preschool Fund� David I. Greenstone Fund (for humanities, music and art)� Richard Gross Confirmation Class Fund� Holocaust Remembrance Fund� Iris “Family Matters” Fund� Adam Katz Memorial Fund� Maurice Koenigsberg Arts and Music Fund� Harry Levine B’nai Mitzvah Fund� Josh Littman Audio-Video Fund� Alexander Permison for Adult Education Fund� Pomerantz Fund for Adult Jewish Enrichment� Prayer Book Fund ($18 will ensure an inscription)� Erna & Alfred Schick Education Scholarship Fund� Linda & Rudy Slucker Religious School Fund� Stark Confirmation Class Trip Fund� Susan Ackerman Sommer Fund for Social Justice� Temple Fund� Tree of Life Fund� TSTI Access Fund� Women’s Connection Fund for Reform Jewish Summers

(For office use:)Card Sent by _______________ Date _____________Pub. _____________

Here’s an easy, no-hassle way to order yourTributes by phone, fax or email:

Deposit at least $50 to your Temple account, specifying it be used forTribute E-Z Pass. Whenever you’d like to have a Tribute sent, callTemple and ask for the Tribute line. You will be prompted to leave thenecessary information, and your Tribute will be mailed out the next day.You may also email Tributes to tributes@tsti.org or fax your Tributeinformation to 973-763-3941.

If you prefer, use the form to the right (make as many copies as youwish for future use) and send the form to Temple. Payment mustaccompany Tributes by mail.

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Memorial PlaquesWe know that many of you would like to purchase abronze plaque in memory of a loved one. The cost of aplaque is $700. Every name on our Memorial Board isnoted in perpetuity on the appropriate yahrzeit. For furtherinformation, please call Sunny Seglin at the Temple office,973-763-4116

that Mike recommends through his office. You can also subscribe(paper or electronic) to one of the Israeli newspapers in English.Links for all of this are also on the Temple website.

5. Watch this space for details on our participation in theprogram. Cantor Aronson is taking the lead on this for TSTI andwe need your involvement.

The challenges to the Jewish state are great — more so right nowthen perhaps at any time in recent memory. Israel is increasinglyleft standing alone with United States as her only ally. If we don’tstand up for Israel who is going to? And, as the great teacherHillel put it, “If not now when?”

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TRIBUTES

In Memoriam

Contributions in memory of loved ones and in honor of the simchas in our livesare acts of loving kindness. We are grateful for your generous support of

Temple through various Temple Funds.

All in the FamilyAll in the FamilyAll in the FamilyAll in the FamilyAll in the FamilyMazel tov to:

May their memoriesbe for a blessing

Debbie and George Russon the marriage of theirdaughter, Julie, to NickHarris.

Sunny and Mark Seglin onthe arrival of agranddaughter, Josephine(Josie) Olivia Wise.Parents are Erin and JasonWise. Josie is also thegreat granddaughter ofFlorence Seglin.

Lyn and Glen Reiter on themarriage of their daughter,Diana, to Sean Mersten.

Tina and MichaelWeinstock on themarriage of their daughter,Suzanne, to James Klein.

Ivy and Barry Hausman onthe marriage of theirdaughter, Rena, to AdamStoller.

GRACE DESSAUMother of Howard Dessau

ROBERT LOWELLHusband of Barbara Lowell

DORIS ROSENMother of

Robbie Weissenberg

JACK ZIMMERMANFather of Judi Goldman

ODED ZUCROWFather of Lisa Block

TEMPLE TRIBUTES

IN HONOR OFArnold Zoref’s milestone birthday

Matty & Dan GoldbergPauline PollackRoger & Sharon SachsEverett & Harriet Felper

Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage oftheir son, Brad, to StephenieKirschenbaum

Matty & Dan GoldbergNorma & David NagelJack & Helene FerskoCheryl & Lee Weinberg

Jay Rice for winning his golfchampionship

Pauline PollackArnold Zoref for an inspiring D’varTorah

Bettye & Ray Green

IN MEMORY OFJack Zimmerman, father of JudiGoldman

Jesse, Leslie & Ariel Bayer

SPEEDY RECOVERYDan Goldberg

Arnold & Gert ZorefRuth Tenner

Roger & Sharon SachsBlanca Hayes

Jesse, Leslie & Ariel Bayer

RABBI COHEN’SDISCRETIONARY FUND

IN HONOR OFEllen & Jay Rice on the marriage oftheir son, Brad, to StephenieKirschenbaum

Susan & Sandy KimmelSue & David Wishnow

Jay Rice on his Temple presidencyEllen, Dara, Brad &Stephenie Rice

Debbie & George Russ on themarriage of their daughter, Julie, toNick Harris

Susan & Sandy Kimmel

IN MEMORY OFKarl Kessler

Edmund & Renee Spelman

IN APPRECIATIONEllen & Jay RiceStan Alpert

SPEEDY RECOVERYRuth Tenner

Renaissance Group

RABBI MILLER’SDISCRETIONARY FUND

IN HONOR OFCarol & Doug Newman on the marriageof their daughter, Erica, to RobGrohman

Robert & Judy EpsteinEllen & Jay Rice on the marriage oftheir son, Brad, to StephenieKirschenbaum

Lisa & Rob Ozer

SPEEDY RECOVERYRuth Tenner

The Epstein Family

GELLIS FAMILY FUND FORSENIOR PROGRAMMING

IN HONOR OFArnold Zoref’s milestone birthday

Renaissance Group

PEARL & SAM GREENPRESCHOOL FUND

IN HONOR OFArlene & Andy Brafman on themarriage of their daughter, Alison, toAndy Kohut.

Karen & Robert BurrickEllen & Jay Rice on the marriage oftheir son, Brad, to StephenieKirschenbaum

Karen & Robert BurrickDebbie and Dan Duane on themarriage of their son, Michael, to MollyRapoport

Karen & Robert BurrickJay Rice becoming president of TSTI

Karen & Robert Burrick

JOSH LITTMAN VIDEO FUND

IN HONOR OFHarold & Annette Littman’ new home

Pauline PollackCheryl & Lee Weinberg

Ellen & Jay Rice on the marriage oftheir son, Brad, to StephenieKirschenbaum

Harold & Annette LittmanEnid & Stuart Friedman’s grandson’sbar mitzvah

Harold & Annette Littman

SPEEDY RECOVERYRuth Tenner

Jesse, Leslie & Ariel BayerHannah Bayer, Stuart Slavin& Julia

MAURICE KOENIGSBERG ARTSAND MUSIC FUND

IN APPRECIATIONRabbi Miller

Mark & Susan BerkleyCantor Finn

Mark & Susan Berkley

MELVILLE & ROSE BERLOWMUSIC FUND

IN MEMORY OFThe Miller family loss

Howard & Loraine YablonSteve Auerbach

Matty & Dan Goldberg

SPEEDY RECOVERYRuth Tenner

Everett & Harriet Felper

NORMA BENISCH MANSIONRESTORATION FUND

IN MEMORY OFTessie Balsam

Reginald Baldini

POMERANTZ FUND FORADULT JEWISH ENRICHMENT

IN HONOR OFEllen & Jay Rice on the marriage oftheir son, Brad, to StephenieKirschenbaum

Hope PomerantzSteven Pomerantz

Jay Rice, to a successful presidencyHope Pomerantz

SPEEDY RECOVERYJoie Berman

The Renaissance Group

PRAYER BOOK FUND

IN MEMORY OFLeo Goldberg

Diane Lieberfarb

IN HONOR OFAllen Chirls’ special birthday

Barbara & Daniel Drench

TREE OF LIFE FUND

IN APPRECIATIONLeslie & Eric Sporn

Karyn Klein

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• A 6-week program focusedon promoting healthyemotional development andself-esteem

• Topics include: empathy,assertiveness, problemsolving skills, and stressmanagement

• Small, interactive groupsstarting in January 2012 forchildren in grades 2-5

• Parent Workshops (one 2-hour session each)

• Sibling Relationships:Everyday Strategies forKeeping the PeaceElena Jeffries, Ph.D.

• Educational Testing 101:How Assessment andInterventions Can MaximizeYour Child’s PotentialNancy Corral Ziebert,Ph.D.

• Don’t Worry When TheyWorry: Strategies forManaging Your Child’sFearsNancy Distel, Ph.D.

Space is limited. For moreinformation or to register, pleasevisit our website at

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Brotherhood will again beoffering the 2012Entertainment Book withcoupons for dining, movies,goods and services. Theprice is only $30. Reserveyour copy by calling JoelScharf at 973-762-1989.Remember, all profitsupports our Temple YouthGroups.

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Name(s): _________________________________________

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Eve phone: _______________________________________

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Michael Bar-Zohar October 28, 2011Shabbat Supper: ______ @ $25 per member = _________TOTAL = _________

Ori Soltes November 11, 2011Shabbat Supper: ______ @ $25 per member = _________TOTAL = _________

Please return to Temple, 432 Scotland Rd., South Orange, NJ07079 c/o Tracy Horwitz

SHABBAT SCHOLARSAND SUPPER

Dinner fee is $25 per member, $36 per non-member.Registration and payment due one week prior to event.

Good night Moon –or twilight

The Children’s Book Projecthas helped thousands ofdisadvantaged children learnto read by giving more than1.5 million books to schools,homeless shelters, andcommunity centers. Any gentlyused children’s book can bedonated – whether a boardbook for infants or a novel forteens.(childrensbookproject.org)

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Beth Sandweiss begins this year’sprogram for 6th grade girls onWednesday, October 5 afrom 4-5:30 P.M. Please contact her atbethsandweiss@verizon.net for furtherdetails.

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Assisted Listening DevicesDid you know that both the Chapel and Sanctuary provide devices toassist the hearing-impaired? There are a limited number of devicesavailable, so if you need one, please ask an usher when you come forservices.

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