The Story is Ancient: the Hagaddah is a Work in Progress

For the past few years I have used a different Passover Haggadah each time I led the family seder. Of course it is easy to find a new Hagaddah since there are a tremendous number of different versions available from a wide variety of publishers. And each brings its own perspective. For example, there are haggadot that are more gender inclusive, there is a haggadah that is intended for vegetarians (the Hagaddah of the Liberated Lamb), and there is even a haggadah for those who are seeking spiritual enlightenment. Each begins with the traditional biblical text, but then interprets it in its own unique way.

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Total Soul:  Join us for an evening of Motown Fun at TSTI's 2nd Annual Mid-Winter Dance Party on Sat., Mar. 5 at 7pm. For more information and the ticket form, click here.

Film Series - The Band's Visit:  On Sun., Mar. 6 at 7pm, enjoy snacks and a movie, followed by an interactive discussion moderated by Dr. Eric Goldman.  Free for members; $5 for non-members. To RSVP click here.

Guys...Come on out for March Madness on Wed., Mar. 16 at 7:30pm.  Raise $$ - Win $$.  Admission of $50 goes half toward play and half as a donation to Temple.  For more information, to sign up or help out, to email Andy click here.

Taste of Junior Youth Grouping for 8th Graders:  On Tues., Mar. 1, 7pm-9pm during 8th grade religious school, enjoy a fun, active, educational program followed by great dessert.  If you do not attend our 8th grade program, to RSVP please click here.

Are you from the Golden Generation?  If so, please join others at a luncheon with lively discussion and entertainment by Mazel Tov on Mar. 7 at 11:30am - 1:45pm.  $3 per person.  RSVP to Cantor Finn at ext. 243.

Opportunity for 11th Graders:  Explore thoughts and issues regarding college preparation on Tues., Mar. 8, 7pm-8:30pm, during Hebrew High but open to all.  RSVP to Tracy Horwitz please click here.

TSTI's 12^th Grade College Program Schedule Change

(FOR PARENTS AND STUDENTS)

The February and March 12th grade college program sessions will be combined and are scheduled for Tuesday, March 15 from 7-9pm. Participants will explore family values, traditions and expectations as our teens prepare to leave for college. to RSVP please click here.

Adult Ed. - Bible: Fact or Fiction:  Learn how Midrash evolved and stories that teach us valuable lessons and truths became intertwined with the original biblical sources.  Taught by Rabbi Cohen on Mon., Mar. 14 at 7pm.  To RSVP please click here.

Camp 2011 and Preschool 2011-2012 enrollment now open at TSTI's Iris Family Center, including a new Transitional Pre-K program "Explorer's" for children who miss the cut-off date for Kindergarten or have already completed a 4's program.  If you would like more information about these programs please contact Carol Paster, Director her or call 973-763-4600.

Free Trip to Israel through Birthright Taglit:

Free 10-day trips for 18 to 26 year old Jewish youth.  Registration deadlines are soon.

Click here and select "MetroWest" or contact Justine Reuben at 973-929-3054 or click to email.   

TEMPLE FAMILY NEWS

Condolences to...   Richard Giles on the death of his sister Jill Giles  His wife, Gloria Fink; his brother, Leon Fink; and his cousin, Joel Scharf on the death of Bernie Fink Jack Fersko on the death of his brother Raymond Fersko  Share your family's news with our Clergy and with members of Caring Community. Please let us know of your family's life cycle events or if you or someone you know is ill or in need of assistance from Temple.  WE ARE HERE FOR YOU, BUT PLEASE DO NOT ASSUME THAT THE CLERGY HAS HEARD THE NEWS!  Contact Sunny Seglin at 973-763-4116 or click on: Sunny Seglin, JudyEpstein or  Ellen Blake      Do you have a new address, phone number, email? Let us know so we can stay in touch.   SEND A TSTI TRIBUTE TO ACKNOWLEDGE LIFE CYCLE EVENTS Call 973-763-4116 or click to email for information on the Funds available and for Acknowledgment Cards to be sent. It's an easy way to show you care!

WEEKLY PARASHA

Vayak'heil Exodus 35:1-38:20 After descending from Mt. Sinai with the second set of stone tablets, Moses gathers the people together so that the building of the Tabernacle can begin.  First he reminds them of the importance of observing Shabbat, specifically the prohibition against kindling of fire.  Moses tells the people that God has chosen Bezalel (from the tribe of Judah) and Oholiab (from the tribe of Dan) to serve as the lead artisans. The people continue to donate beautiful materials until Moses informs them that they have more than they need.

TSTI South: February 22, 2011

North Comes South- 

Rabbi Cohen Lunches with the Snowbirds in West Palm Beach