Mazel Tov to Rabbi Tornberg and Dr. David Fryer's daughter, Ruth King-Tornberg, on becoming a Bat Mitzvah! Thank you to all who helped to make Ruthie's day special. Wishing you many blessings as you celebrate this special time.
Congratulations to our House and Grounds Vice President Lance Kraemer, on receiving the Lifetime Achievement award from Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (EMCCC) for his many years of service.
Jeanine Albero has graduated from Garnet Valley High School in Glen Mills, PA. She is the granddaughter of Sandie Buller, and daughter of proud parents Marc and Stephanie Albero. Jeanine will be following in the footsteps of Mom, Dad, Sovta Sandie and Aunt Suzanne Kronfeld, attending college at Penn State University.
Ashley Rothstein and Eddie Portley are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Emersyn Hailey. Ashley is one of our SOEL team members, and we look forward to having Emersyn join the family! __________________________________________________
TODAY!
Beth Am Book Club Tuesday, June 15, 11:00 AM on Zoom "MARTYRS’ CROSSING" by Amy Wilentz facilitated by Debbie Neibauer
From the author of the prize-winning The Rainy Season—a “sophisticated and suspenseful” (The New York Times Book Review) novel of love, fear, divided loyalties, ruined friendships, and personal sacrifice—against a backdrop of war in the Holy Land. Martyrs’ Crossing “is a very human tale of regrets, revenge, and the elusive nature of absolution” (Entertainment Weekly). “So precise, so startling, so unforgettable” (Los Angeles Times), it offers an unparalleled story of the ambiguities of war—of inarticulate longing and broken vows—set in the turbulence of Israel and the West Bank.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85761763848# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,85761763848# US (Chicago) _______________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg is Back in the Building! Wednesday, June 16, 6:15 - 8:15 PM - Strick Auditorium* *Please note new (temporary) location and earlier time.
Pre-registration is now required for all indoor and outdoor events. Space is limited. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com
Masks will be required for all. Please park and enter in the front of the building _______________________________________________
Are you interested in learning how to play Mah Jongg? Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Starting Wednesday, June 16, 6:15 - 8:15 PM
Join us for this 6-week class from June 16 to July 21, held in the front lobby of Beth Am. Cost is $75.00 and the class is limited to the first 12 people who are fully paid. Please park and enter in the front of the building. Masks will be required for all. Vaccines strongly suggested. To register contact Gail Stein at 215-947-3302. _________________________________________________
Reminders about in-person services Please be aware of the following guidelines to keep us all safe:
Illness = stay home: Please do not come to services if you are sick.
Masks required for all: Please always wear a mask (except children under 2), even if you are vaccinated.
No food or drink provided: No oneg at this time.
Social distancing encouraged: Please respect other people's space.
Singing is allowed: Let us hear each other's voices!
Streaming will continue: Erev Shabbat service will be available on Zoom (this week only) for those who are not ready or able to come in person. Next week we will transition to video-live stream for the remainder of the summer.
FOOD DONATIONS
We are continuing to collect food donations for the Jenkintown Food Cupboard. The need to support members of our community is ongoing. Donations can be dropped at the bin at the back entrance of the Temple Monday through Friday. No expired items please.
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS FOOD? (must reside in Montgomery County)
Distribution times are as follows: Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Limited spots are available. Call or text: 267-313-3317 for information.
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Sisterhood Collection Project
Sisterhood is collecting menstrual hygiene products on an on-going basis for I Support The Girls. Their mission is to allow women and folks experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress to stand tall with dignity.
For more information on the organization, visit their website: isupportthegirls.org
Bring your donations to the back of the synagogue and put them in the green bin outside the door. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kline at urcarpet@verizon.net or 215-802-9737. Thank you for your support.
Community News
SAVE THE DATE: Jewish Music in America Wednesday July 7, with a rain date of July 8th 7:00 p.m. Minyan and 7:30 p.m. Concert Mandel Campus - Elkins Park
Join the musical leaders from Old York Road Congregations for an outside performance celebrating Jewish Music in America. The rain date is Thursday, July 8 at the same time. For more information and to register, CLICK HERE . *This event is sponsored by Horsham Center for Jewish Life _______________________________________________
Speed Friending Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. $18/person
Want to make some new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic started? Let us handle the conversation starters, icebreaker games and the virtual space to connect. All you have to bring is a sense of fun and an openness to meeting great people! If cost is a barrier, please email Kim Decker, oldyorkroad@kehillah.jewishphilly.org. Your donation to participate will support Tribe 12, a non-profit creating community for Philly’s Jewish young professionals that will be helping run the program for us.
To register,CLICK HERE . _______________________________________________
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer
11 sessions: September 12 – November 21, 2021 $100 with volunteering Additional discounts for siblings and early registration
Early registration is prior to July 1, 2021 Your choice of soccer swag while supplies last
No conflict with Hebrew School Pre K: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Special Needs 12-1 p.m. K-9th one hour session between 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Need-based scholarships are available For more information and to register, CLICK HERE. Early registration helps us prepare for the season.
During these hours, we will be answering phone calls and checking emails while working. We will NOT be open to the public or to congregants at this time.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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