Mishkon Messenger Become a Member Mar 26 – April 1 6 Nisan – 12 Nisan Rabbi Dan Shevitz  [email protected] Follow Us on Facebook Gratitude Corner Mishkon Website Donate Here We would like to extend a special “Thank you!” to last week’s generous donors: Ruth & Izzy Glosser, Jeff Gornbein & Fredricka Martin, Dan & Robin Hoehler, Rena & Richard Panush, Bonnie Rankin, and Russell Schwartz & Susan Goland. Kelley’s Conference Quote of the Week When asked for the greatest health tip he shared at his recent Adult Education talk, Dr. Jerry Helman replied that the state of your health depends much on your environment, not just on We are delighted to welcome back Mishkon’s Executive Director, Kelley Courtney, who has returned from an inspiring week at the North American Association of Synagogue Executives International Conference in La Jolla. There, she networked with other shul administrators, enjoyed the camaraderie and learned that other congregations are facing the same challenges as we face at Mishkon. We look forward to benefitting from her new knowledge and connections. the set of genes you were given -- in short: “Don’t blame your mother.” Upcoming Events Saturday, March 28 1:30 p.m. “Chug Rashi – A Rashi Moment,” with Jeff Fleck March 30 – April 10 Preschool Spring Vacation Friday, April 3 6:30 p.m. Joint Passover Seder at Kehillat Ma’arav Saturday, April 4 9:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning and First Day of Pesach Service Sunday, April 5 9:30 a.m. Passover Services at Kehillat Ma’arav This is an AKCESS Event. Saturday, April 3 – 11 No Kiddushim during Pesach Friday, April 10 9:30 a.m. Pesach Morning Services – Kehillat Ma’arav will be joining us! Tuesday, April 21 7:30 p.m. Save the Date Click here to check the calendar for details about Book Club’s Fourth Annual Mishkon’s Ballot Misadventures Elections everywhere seem full of surprises lately, and Mishkon’s election ballot for board members is no exception. The ballot we mailed you has an incorrect date for the RSVP deadline. Please respond by May 8. Author’s Night, with special guest Janice Steinberg, who wrote The Tin Horse. Why not fill out your ballot and send it in now? That way, you won’t have to worry about deadlines! Passover Seder Seating Who has room at their table or needs a placement? Please specify: Kosher, Kosher style, or just a seat. Contact [email protected] Services at a Glance Career Counselor: Liz Mohler Attention Job Seekers! The Ezra Network is here to help. Click Here Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) Los Angeles <http://www.jvsla.org/> Friday 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Shabbat Evening Services Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Shabbat Morning Services Shabbat Coordinator: Howard Davis Parashat HaShavua: Candle Lighting Tsav Time: 6:53 p.m. This Shabbat’s Kiddush will be sponsored by Fisherman Phil’s Kiddush Club supporters. Social Worker Available: Melissa Pottash Please contact [email protected] for more information. Who Is Our Rabbi? Rabbi Dan Shevitz [email protected] Celebration & Prayer Birthdays Jordan Freedman Eli Kanegsberg Azeen Malek Philip Westgren Michael Kunstler Richard Rosen Melissa Tarsky Anniversaries Who Are Our Board Members? President: Melissa Tarsky Vice President: Itai Klein Barry & Ann Steinberg Robert Schwartz & Dayna Greenspan Mi Shebeirach Member Loetitia Loberman Don Morris’ dear friend Lynn Wolfe If you would like to make a donation in honor of anybody on this week’s list, please Click Here to Donate Vice President: Lonnie Friedman Staff & Office Hours Secretary: Dayna Greenspan Please visit us in the office for all of your shul needs! Treasurer: Marvin J. Wolf Rabbi Dan Shevitz [email protected] Board Members: Phil Bell Carol Felixson Jeff Fleck Cindy Goldstein Judy Gordon Rena Panush Michele Prince Kelley Courtney Executive Director: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. [email protected] Whom Do We Contact to Get Involved? Adult Education: Phil Bell [email protected] Building & Grounds: Stacy Feinberg [email protected] Fundraising: Ben Singer [email protected] Kiddush: Andy Bender [email protected] Lisa Anne Klein Administrative Assistant: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. [email protected] Elisa Coburn Preschool Director: Preschool Hours: Monday – Friday 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 2 p.m. Extended day available Mon., Tues., Wed. until 4:30 p.m. (310) 396-7733, [email protected] Hazzan Laurie Rimland-Bonn Religious School Director: Monday & Wednesday, and Sunday Morning [email protected] Office & Mailing Address: 201 Hampton Drive Sanctuary: 206 Main Street Venice, CA 90291 Membership & Book Club: Rena Panush [email protected] Communications: Marvin Wolf [email protected] Social Action: Aliza Wine [email protected] Tephila: Jeff Gornbein [email protected] Hazak: Marilyn Lewitt [email protected] [email protected] Office (310) 392 – 3029 Fax (310) 392 - 0420