Deadline for High Holiday Seats Aug. 22 Given the extra logistics involved in organizing 3 minyanim, we need you to make your reservations by Aug. 22. We will not be able to gaurantee members seats after this date. If your plans should change due to changes in the COVID situation, we will work with you to accomadate your needs if possible.
Friday, August 13 Mincha and Kabbalat Shabbat at Shul: 7:00 PM | Dvar Torah: Rabbanit Geretz
Getting a minyan for Friday night in the summer is challenging. We have not had a minyan the past couple of weeks. If you can, please make every effort to join. If you accept shabbat with the shul minyan, please make sure to light candles before 7:35 PM and refrain from melakha after that point. Candle lighting: 7:38 PM Sunset: 7:56 PM
Shabbat, August 14 Indoor In-Person Shaharit/Musaf: 9:30 AM at Shul Outdoor In-Person Shaharit/Musaf: 9:30 AM at 275 Frances Dvar Torah in both Minyanim: Rabbanit Geretz Youth Groups: 9:30 AM at Shul Last time for the Shaharit Amidah: 10:42 AM Mincha: 7:40 PM Shiur: Rabbanit Geretz Maariv: 8:30 PM Shabbat Concludes: 8:38 PM
The Rabbi's Navi shiur is now on summer hiatus until after the Yamim Noaraim.
Given new recommendations of the CDC and NJ, we are continuing to require masks for all unvaccinated individuals indoors, and are now recommending masking for everyone- even those who are vaccinated.
Baruch Dayan Emet
Important updated shiva information for father of Marjorie Hirsch In-person shiva visits at the Spindel/Hirsch shiva home have been cancelled, as per the avel's request. Shiva visits will be conducted via ZOOM at the following link: https://zoom.us/j/4665297679
Kiddush
Kiddush this week is sponsored by Dov Sebrow and Kyra Bernstein in celebration of Nelly's bat mitzvah.
Announcements
Siman Tov Program Aug. 29 | 3 - 4:30 PM 105 Cherry Lane Ancient Jewish custom asks us to set the tone for the new year through – what else – food! There are so many recipes and stories for the Rosh HaShana Simanim, combining salty word play with sweet, savory, and symbolic foods holding remendous spiritual significance.
Come share your recipe ideas, stories and memories with your friends and neighbors at Netivot Shalom! Food must be fleishig or pareve, in disposable containers. Bring enough for a curious and hungry group to get a taste of your recipe!
There is no charge for this event. Registration is requested to help with us plan.
Register for High Holiday Seats at Netivot Shalom Aug. 22 Deadline
With the ever changing COVID situation, our planning needs to be flexible. Please register ASAP to help us plan. Knowing how many people want to attend and whether your prefer inside out outside is essential.
We were originally planning for 2 indoor and 1 outdoor minyanim. We are now planning 1 indoor and 2 outdoor minyanim. The second outdoor minyan will be at 166 Norma Road. We will do our best to honor requests for specific locations. Families with children in groups will receive seating at either the shul or 275 Frances so that you are near your children.
We understand that just as we have uncertainties in our planning you do as well. Please register now based on your expected plans and preferences regarding indoors or outdoors. If our plans change, we will be in touch with you about your preferences. If your plans change, we will work with you to adjust.
Senior Activities Reopening at Kaplan JCC The Social Adult Day Center, the Senior Activity Center and in person Exercise at the Kaplan JCC will reopen on Monday August 30th.
Senior Activity Center Social group for older adults A daily senior center providing light breakfast, lunch, exercise, entertainment, lectures and more. Door-to-door transportation available in many areas Mon-Fri
Social Adult Day Care For people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia The Kaplen Adult Reach Center’s Montessori-style social day care program provides socialization and engagement for those living with dementia as well as much needed respite for their care partners. Activities include exercise, live music, brain games, lunch and much more. Aides are welcome. Mon-Fri