 YOUNG ISRAEL OF STATEN ISLAND  October 31, 2014/ 7 Cheshvan Rav Yaakov Marcus, Rabbi Emeritus Zavel Pearlman, President Rav Yaakov Lehrfield, Rabbi Rav Ephraim Polakoff, Assistant Rabbi www.yisi.org CONDOLENCES Arlene Strauss on the loss of her mother Mrs. Freida Cooper. MAZEL TOV Phyllis & Shelly Meiner on the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson, Benjamin, son of Michelle & Michael Meiner. Shaindy & Mikey Friedman, Naomi & Dr. Isaac Friedman, Sharon Broker and Izzy Broker on the birth of a daughter & granddaughter. Gabriella & Alan Hershkowitz and Rebecca & Frank Hershkowitz on the birth of a granddaughter & great granddaughter, Shira Shalhevet (Rose), to their children & grandchildren Talia & Jonathan Rose in Israel. If you wish to have your Simcha listed on the monthly calendar (e.g. aufruf, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah), please notify the office by mid-month prior to the event. To be listed in the weekly announcements, notify the office before 1 PM Thursday at 718-494-6700 ext. 0 or email [email protected] . Please leave detailed messages with the wording and spelling of names that you want placed in the announcements. Please speak slowly and leave a call back number or email address. Please note the following e-mail addresses Rav Yaakov Lehrfield [email protected] Rav Ephraim Polakoff [email protected] Zavel Pearlman [email protected] Alan Zachter [email protected] Office [email protected] Rebecca Silberman [email protected] Josh Sturm [email protected] Contact the following for requests to utilize shul facilities: Minyanim for Simachot Alan Zachter 347-922-1586 Building use, other than catering Norman Koller 718-983-0255 Catering [email protected] 718-698-5564 Luach Shabbat Eruv is up Z’man Kriat Sh’ma 10:03 Nerot Friday Mincha 5:36 5:50 Chumash Shiur Rabbi Polakoff Daf Yomi Review/Daf Yomi Rabbi Polakoff Pre-mincha Shiur 8:30 3:35/4:15 4:35 "The History and Evolution of Tefilla." Mishna Yomit 5:15 Shabbos Mincha/Ends Congressman Grimm will be speaking on the topic: "Israel and the emerging threat of 5:25/6:37 Iran and ISIS" The Week Earliest T&T Mincha/Maariv Halacha of the week Motzei Shabbos Sunday Tuesday Wednesday YOUNG ISRAEL ANNOUNCEMENTS Refuah Shelaima  Chaviva Granitsky, Chaviva Shulamot Toba bas Chaya Rachel, daughter of Judy & Yanky Ehrman who is recovering from surgery in Israel. We would like to thank the following for their contribution to the Charity Fund:  Elaine & Jack Weintraub in memory of the yahrtzeit of their mothers, Anna Sussman, Henya Ruchel bas Eliyahu, A”H & Lillian Weintraub, Leah bas Mordechai, A”H.  Janet & Jay Goldstein in memory of Janet's beloved father, Jack Rochkind, Yaakov ben Zev. We would like to thank Rabbi Lehrfield for advice and help during this difficult time. We are especially grateful that he could make the trip to the funeral.  The Weiser family in memory of their beloved father, grandfather & great grandfather, Aharon Yehoshua ben Meyer Aryeh, A”H father of Debbie.wewoul like thank the State Island chevra for their generosity. Please join us this Motzei Shabbos November 1st at 8 for an evening Art Show with refreshments. Come early and stay late, as you have an extra hour to sleep that evening. Doors will open at 8 PM. Look out for the brochure to come soon. SAVE THE DATE! The 48th Annual YISI Dinner will take place on Sunday evening, November 16, 2014 at 6 pm. Please join us as we recognize four outstanding couples: Guests of Honor – Michelle and Richard Frohlich; Keter Shem Tov, Community Service Awardees – Susan and Sandy Haber; Amudei Chesed Awardees – Rachelit and Elazar Reichman; Young Leadership Awardees – Alyssa and Jesse Slater. Reservations can be made online at YISI.org. For inquiries, please call Moti Schwartz, dinner chairman, at 718-938-8851. On Sunday November 9th Rabbi Lehrfield will be starting his Gemara Shiur that will be given every other Sunday at 9:45 AM or after the 9 o’clock minyan in the Beit Midrash. We are looking for $72 sponsors for these classes. There is a 9:30pm Maariv minyan Sunday-Thursday. Please make every effort to attend. There is also a Mishna Brurah learning group every night at 9:15pm for 15 minutes prior to Maariv. Please come and join. If you have any questions please contact Louis Emmer at [email protected] Our bi-annual Tefillin and Mezuzzah inspection campaign will take place on Sunday November 23 from 9AM until 5PM. Sofrim from Mishmeret Stam will be available for your needs.We are told to inspect our holy items twice in seven years to be "mekayem" the mitzvah properly. Any questions please call Allan Gomberg at (718) 983-7770 Due to the recent overflow of Sheimus, we are asking everyone not to bring any more until further notice. Between Mincha/Maariv Thursday 5:32 4:40 One should refrain from doing anything during Chazoras Hashatz including a Mitzvah. If one wishes to give Tzedakah, one should prepare the coins/bills in advance in order not to lose concentration of the berachos being said. Rabbi Reisman’s Navi shiur 9 PM in the MPR Rabbi Lehrfield Bagel & Coffee Shiur: Legends of The Gemara 9:45 in the Beit Midrash. (Please bring a Gemara Shabbos) Cancelled Rabbi Lehrfield Women’s Navi class 10 AM Rabbi Polakoff at 8:10 pm Beit Midrash "Lighting Candles on Erev Shabbos: Part III." Gemara B’Iyun Masechet Kiddushin given by Reb Yidel Morgenstern 8:45-9:30 PM Sefard Room Baba Basra Shiur Berachot 8:00 PM, Pirkei Avos 8:45 PM & Parsha 9:15 PM, Rabbi Y.A.Weiss. Adult evening classes in Aleph Bais, Siddur & Basic Judaism 8 PM. For information call Jerry at 646-645-0226. Gemara B’Iyun 8:45 PM Early Mincha on Sunday at 1:45 in the Main Shul Late Maariv S-Th 9:30 in the Main Shul Bikur Cholim Appeal this Shabbos in all Minyanim All 6th grade girls and their mothers are invited to our 6th annual JEWISH HEROINES THROUGH THE AGES: The Matan Mother-Daughter Bat Mitzvah Program. Discover how Jewish women are part of a chain across the generations and how the Bat Mitzvah can serve as a bridge connecting the young girl to Jewish continuity. Each week we delve into the midot of our matriarchs through different modes of self-expression such as creative dance, music, theater, art and guided imagery. Fall 2014 sessions begin October 26. Baby sitting for younger siblings available upon request. To register, contact Sarah Feder at 718-6989885 or [email protected]. The next Young Marrieds' Minyan and Kiddush will take place this Shabbos, November 1st, Parshas Lech Lecha. Davening will start at 9:30 in the Teen Lounge. Following davening, Shaindy and Benji Silber have graciously opened their home (267 Martin Ave) to host a cholent cook-off/Kiddush. A Course on “Tefillah”, based on the teachings of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, will be given by Norman Linzer on alternate Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM in the main shul. It will alternate with Tuesday class given by Rabbi Lehrfield. Among the major objectives are to understand the Rav’s conception of tefillah, to utilize tefillah as a means of developing a relationship with God, and to enhance the meaning of one’s davening. The text is the Koren Mesorat HaravSiddur, 2012, OU Oress, which can be purchased from Amazon for about $21. Additional handouts will be distributed. The course will be taught seminar-style, thereby maximizing participation. Women and men are welcome. In order to show that everyone has a voice in our beautiful Shul, we have created a new email, [email protected] specifically for ideas to be heard. Emails will personally be read by our President. Only emails that are signed with a name and phone number will be considered. All emails signed will get a quick response. Our President can be reached at 917-567-7383 For those of you who are already members, we thank you for your commitment and support. For those of you who have not yet joined our shul, we encourage you to show your support by becoming a member of our family. With your help we will continue to be a bastion of Jewish life and learning here in Willowbrook. Please see a member of the Board for more information. YISI NEW MAILING ADDRESS: Young Israel of Staten Island PO BOX 140100, Staten Island, NY 10314 If you have extra uniforms from either JFS or RJJ that are still in excellent condition, please don’t throw them away. All Clothing may be dropped off at the FRONT DOOR of 1097 Willowbrook Road, Sunday thru Thursday between the hours of 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM only. Anything left at the side door will be thrown out with sanitation. All the clothes are distributed very discreetly. If you are in need of clothing in any size or for any further information, please contact Rachelit after 4:30 PM at 718-983-9664   YOUNG ISRAEL OF STATEN ISLAND  October 31, 2014/ 7 Cheshvan Rav Yaakov Marcus, Rabbi Emeritus Zavel Pearlman, President Rav Yaakov Lehrfield, Rabbi Rav Ephraim Polakoff, Assistant Rabbi www.yisi.org PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF ANY FOOD BY THE BIKUR CHOLIM PANTRY DOOR as it gets wet and ruined and invites rodents. If you have food to donate (or return) please call for pickup Beverly Israel 718-761-4472/ 646-530-1495 The Staten Island Chevra Kadisha is looking for additional individuals, both men and women, who are able to assist on a regular basis. If you are available or would like additional information, contact Larry Cohen at 718-6123474. Tizku L'Mitzvos There will be a defensive driving class at Young Israel of Staten Island on Wednesday evening December 10th at 6:45 pm downstairs in the teen lounge. By attending this class you will save 10% on your auto insurance for the next 3 years and reduce up to 4 points on your NY driver license. For reservations please call Harry Schonfeld (718) 339-1300 or email [email protected] . Don’t forget our adopted families. Please redeem your pledges & contribute today. Their needs are great & their resources are few. Checks should be made payable to YISI Adopt-aFamily and returned in the envelopes provided or they can be given to any board member. The Shimras Haloshon Group for women Will meet this Shabbos at the home of Chaya and Josh Spierer - 16 President Street from 3:15-4:15. Come and join us and learns way to elevate your speech and relationships with others This week's Shabbos women's tehillim group will be hosted by Libby Dornhelm 48 steers Street 5PM followed by an Amen party. If you would like to host tehillim or sponsor an Amen party in z'chus or memory of a loved please contact Chanie Maslow at 718 477 9575 or [email protected]. Please say Tehillim for our children seeking refuah: The MTA Open House will take place on Sunday, November 9th. Registration begins at 9am, and programming starts at 9:30am. MTA is located at 2540 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10033. Parking will be available. Interested students and parents can pre-register at yuhsb.org/openhouse. For more information, please contact David Leshaw, Admissions Director, at [email protected] or 212-960-5400 ext. 6676. COMMUNITY GEMACHS      Furniture - Email a photo of the furniture to [email protected] or call 718 983 8136. Centerpieces - Rachelit 718-983-9664 after 4:30PM Clothing - Rachelit 718-983-9664 after 4:30PM. Drop off at the FRONT DOOR of 1097 Willowbrook Road, Sunday thru Thursday between the hours of 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM only Food Pantry - Noga Kugel 718-494-8451. Bikur cholim gown gemach Debbie Berkovits call 718 494-1905 YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS There will be regular morning and afternoon groups this Shabbos. For those families who participate in house groups after Shabbos afternoon groups, please submit a house groups schedule along with a list of children involved in your house groups and the names of the group leaders to Rebecca as soon as possible. This week's teen Shalishudos has been sponsored by Seymour and Bella Burack in honor of their grandchildren. Thank you and tizku lmitzvot. NCYI Boys Basketball is Back. 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Tryouts will take place this Wednesday night at 7:30 pm in the YISI gym. Bracha Rivkah bat Miriam Leba Kayla Rus bat Chaya Rachel Refael Avrohom Gershom Tzvi ben Emunah Refael Pisachya Yaakov HaLevi ben Aviva Sarah If you would like to add a name to our list of people needing a refuah, please email the office at [email protected] or call 718-494-6700 ext. 0 As you are aware, Nachas unlimited has successfully raised funds to ease the lives of sick children in our community. If you or anyone you know has a child in need of assistance directly related to the illness, please call Rachelit at 718-983-9664. All calls are confidential. AMIT News: Call Myra Lanter to reserve your tickets for JOSEPH And the AMAZING TECHICOLOR DREAMCOAT. Performances are at the State Theatre in New Jersey onSaturday night December 27 at 7 PM and Sunday December 28 at 2 PM. Cost is $15.00. Last day to order is Monday, November 10. In addition to "political" action, Israel would greatly benefit from "economic" action at this time. One of the best ways to show your solidarity with Israel in her hour of need is to buy Israel bonds. The single role of Israel Bonds is to strengthen Israel's economy. If you have not yet made a purchase of an Israel bond in 2014 please make it NOW! Rates are as high as 3.88%. Limited time only Please contact our Israel Bonds representative, Robert Lunzer 212-446-5835 or [email protected] For current rates and prospectuses visit, http://www.israelbonds.com Basketball Clinics for 5th and 6th grade boys are here! Join us for 8 exciting 1 hour sessions of Basketball Clinics with Ari Reich. Clinics will include drills, games and more! When?: Mondays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm; Where?: YISI GYM; Cost: $100 for YISI members, $125 for non-YISI members; First Clinic: Monday, November 3, 2014 at 7:00 pm; How do I sign up my child?: Email: [email protected] or call 917-566-0420 and speak to Rebecca ASAP to reserve your spot! Kindergarten and Primer Boys and Girls Sports Clinics are here!!!! Have your children join us for 8 exciting 1 hour sessions where they will learn to throw, catch, and develop many necessary and fun athletic skills! When: Sundays from 10:00-11:00 am; Where?: YISI Teen Lounge; Cost: $100 for YISI members, $125 for non-YISI members; First Clinic: Sunday, November 9, 2014 at 10:00 am; How do I sign up my child?: Email: [email protected] or call 917-566-0420 and speak to Rebecca ASAP to reserve your spot! We are looking to start clinics and clubs for children of all ages. Some great ideas are in the works so watch your emails and announcements! If you would like to help out in anyway please contact [email protected] today! We are looking for sponsors for our weekly Shalishudos. Your sponsorship allows close to 60 of our youth to have a meaningful Shalishudos experience every Shabbos afternoon, complete with great nosh, Divrei Torah and singing. Please see Wayne Greenberg or Rebecca or Effie Silberman if you wish to sponsor in honor or in memory of a loved one. LOST--White gold bracelet lost on the way to shul on Shabbos Oct.18th. If found, please call 718-761-.0649. Please keep your eyes and ears open for news about more upcoming events! We are looking forward to a fun-filled November and December! Check out our youth bulletin board for pictures, event info, and more! If you have any questions regarding the youth department please feel free to contact Rebecca Silberman at [email protected]. SAVE THE DATES: AVAILABLE JOBS Comedy Cafe Night 8, Saturday night January 10, 2015, stay tuned for more information. Save the date!! Hatzolah of Staten Island is hosting a blood drive on Sunday December 14th at the Young Israel. Give blood, save a life Torah Academy of Bergen County (TABC) cordially invites all prospective parents and students to our Open House on Sunday, November 2nd. Registration at 9:15; Program and Academic Fair 10am - 1pm. The Open House will take place at TABC, 1600 Queen Anne Road, Teaneck. Please pre-register at http://www.tabc.org/admissions/open-house-2014. We look forward to seeing you! Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 201-8377696. Applications are now being accepted and can be filled out online at www.tabc.org.       Bruriah High School's Open House will take place THIS Sunday, November 2nd at 9:30 am at JEC's Bruriah Campus - 35 North Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208. Separate workshops for parents and prospective students! Presentations followed by a lunch reception and opportunity to mingle with administrators, faculty, Bruriah alumnae and current students! Pre-registration appreciated but not mandatory at Bruriah.theJEC.org. For more information, visit the Bruriah website or call 908-355-4850.Find out why Bruriah continues to lead the way in Torah and General education after more than 50 years of excellence, and learn more about our exciting new, state of the art STEM laboratory (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), opening this year! For more information and to pre-register online, please visit Bruriah.TheJEC.org or call 908-355-4850. RAV TEITZ MESIVTA ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 AT THE MAIN JEC/RTMA CAMPUS BEGINNING AT 7:00 PM. Join us for RTMA's (Rav Teitz Mesivta Academy) Open House for prospective students and their parents on Tuesday, November 11, 2014. The program will commence at at 7:00 pm and will be held at the Jewish Educational Center's Elmora Campus - 330 Elmora Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208. Learn about RTMA's exciting new Beit Medrash initiative, stimulating Zionism curriculum, innovative Kashrut course, exceptional college preparatory and extra curricular opportunities. For more information and to pre-register online, please visit RTMA.TheJEC.org or call 908355-4850.    Private tutor available - reasonable rates - please call 917-583-2957 or email [email protected] Brooklyn Decorative showroom looking for a full time inside sales person. Will provide training. Sales and design experience are an asset. An outgoing personality is a must. Send resume to [email protected] Part time girl needed in medical office in the neighborhood. Please call 718-9828790 Speech Language Pathologist/ Language based tutor with three open spots available for the upcoming school year. Please email [email protected] or call 7184735891 to discuss. Business Application Analyst go to PANYNJ.GOV and click on careers. A dynamic Shommer Shabbos marketing company based in Staten Island is seeking an experienced administrative assistant. Requirements: You must be able to work in a fast paced start up environment and fit into an informal yet focused and demanding culture. Must have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).Must be highly tech savvy and proficient with Microsoft suite (word, excel, outlook, internet research). Be fast on the computer (keyboard shortcuts) Must be self driven, organized, detail oriented, responsible and demonstrate effective time management skills. Must Posses great research and analytic skills. Responsibilities: As an administrative assistant you'll work closely with the CEO and marketing team. You will be responsible for inviting and securing speakers for our conferences, conducting online research, communicating with industry executives via email and phone, processing registrations, managing event prep and onsite event needs, and general customer service. Your contribution will be important to the achievement of our future growth plans.We are accepting resumes from candidates that are either seeking Full or Part Time work. email resume to [email protected] Looking for full time babysitter/housekeeper. Please call 646-247-6177. Bubby style babysitter available full time or part time in my house in Willowbrook, or in yours. Please call 347-881-7806 Morah Chana is available to tutor your child in all Hebrew subjects at your home or mine. Please call 718-698-3598 or 917-538-2123 Save the Date! JEC ALUMNI NETWORK PRESENTS CHARLIE HARARY IN MEMORY OF MRS. CHAYA NEWMAN, A"H The JEC Alumni Network presents Charlie Harary on Tapping Into Your Inner Greatness on Motsai Shabbos, Dec 6 at 8PM at the Jewish Educational Center's Bruriah High School campus. Event in memory of Mrs. Chaya Newman, a"h, beloved former principal of Bruriah, and is open to men and women! Suggested couvert $10. Program followed by Melave Malka. Info: Bruriah.theJEC.org/Alumni .Exclusive donor recognition reception with Charlie Harary at 7:30 for donors of $360+ and Young Alumni Donors of $180+. RSVP required [email protected] 908-355-4850 x6248 