DECEMBER 1 - 12, 2013 JEWISH PRESS of PINELLAS COUNTY A PAGE 7 5 children get Hebrew names during ceremony Congregation B’nai they will make for Emmunah held a unique themselves. He also ceremony Nov. 8 during quoted from Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the FaShabbat eve services when five students were given a thers) “Rabbi Simon Hebrew name – chosen by used to say: ‘There them with help from their are three crowns; the parents and teachers. crown of Torah, the crown of Priesthood, Traditionally, a Hebrew name is given to a child and the crown of when they are infants. Sovereignty. But the Boys are named during crown of a good name excels them all.’” their B’rit Milah (Bris) and girls are given a name in As their teachers, Esther Shear Peretz a ceremony called a Brit Bat. Due to various cirand Susan Greear, cumstances, these children placed a tallit around them, Cantor Reaboi were never given names at (L-R) Susan Greear, Hanna McCartney, Isabel Easely (bottom) the time of their birth, but it Dylan Swartz, Cantor Reaboi, Jacinda Swartz, Sarah McCartney said the traditional blessings while the is never too late to receive and Esther Peretz. a name and officially enter congregation looked that everyone is given three names; the covenant. the name that they are officially on. They each received a naming During the ceremony, Cantor Col- given, the name that their friends certificate, a Shehechyanu, and man Reaboi recalled the Midrash will call them, and the name that piece of chocolate. Proud to support The Jewish Press REPORT FRAUD against government programs like Medicare and you may be able to get a percentage of the government’s recovery. Kwall, ShowerS & BaracK, P.a. Attorneys at Law www.ksblaw.com • Clearwater • (727) 441-4947 Covenant Scholarship applicants sought The Jewish Federation of Pinellas & Pasco Counties is now accepting applications for Covenant Fund Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Jewish youth for the purpose of promoting involvement in a wide range of summer programs, including Jewish Congregations Needle time: The Mitzvah Knitters and Crocheters Gathering takes place on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Anyone interested in working with the group at the temple or from home is welcome. The group makes hats for newborns and hats and afghans for adults and children receiving chemotherapy. Contact Eileen Gomory for information at [email protected] or just stop by and join them. Young Israel/ Chabad of Pinellas Palm Harbor Torah studies: Discussions offering weekly insights into the parsha are held on Tuesday nights at 7:30 at the shul. Studying Samuel: Explore the life and times of the Prophet Samuel in a class, “Greater Than Moses,” on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. There is no charge to attend. Each session of this continuing class is self-contained, so participants can drop in for any of them. Talmud legends: Spend an hour exploring the moral and mystical stories of the Talmud every Sunday from 9-10 a.m. Classes are free and books are supplied. For more information, call the shul. Cong. B’nai Emmunah Tarpon Springs Judaism 101: A basic Judaism class will be held at the temple on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For details, contact the temple. Learn Hebrew: The congregation is offering a Hebrew reading class for adults beginning this summer camps, March of The Living, Israel adventures. The application period is open now and runs until Jan. 17. Notifications will be sent in early February. For more information visit the Federation website at www.jewishpinellas.org or call (727) 530-3223. • CONTINUED from PREVIOUS PAGE month on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. The class is free for members and $50 for nonmembers, including $25 material fees. Call the synagogue at (727) 938-9000 to register. Qi Gong class: This class has expanded and will now be taught on Mondays at 7 p.m. and Wednesday mornings at 9 at the temple. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Lunch ‘n learn: Cantor Colman Reaboi leads a program about Judaism on the second Tuesday of each month at noon. Bring a lunch and drinks will be provided. This is open to the community. For more information, call the congregation or email [email protected]. Cong. Beth Tfillah/ JCC of West Pasco Dine Out Club: This group will go out to eat on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 5 p.m. at the Thai Bistro, 5414 Main St., New Port Richey. Call Carl Bakelman for reservations and directions at (727) 267-9062. Chabad of West Pasco Trinity Torah studies: A series of classes exploring contemporary issues through a Torah perspective as well as tackling timeless questions in the Jewish tradition will he held on Mondays through Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. Developed by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute, this is a series of text and discussion-based classes. These classes are open to all. Cost is $60 for the entire series of classes or $7 per class. Each class is selfcontained so students can drop in Member Cruising for ASTA Fun & Relaxation? We can arrange it! DUGGAR American Society of Travel Agents Eugenia K. Duggar, CTC Director of Operations Terry W. Cox Assistant Manager TRAVEL AGENCY, INC. 4300 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg (727) 327-6196 • FAX: 327-2205 as they can. For more information, call (727) 376-3366. Temple Beth David Spring Hill Hospital helpers: Once again Temple Beth David will supply replacement volunteers at Spring Hill Regional Hospital on Dec. 24 from 4-8 p.m. and on Dec. 25 for shifts from 8 a.m. to noon, noon to 4 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. To volunteer and for more information, call Sheldon Alter at (352) 684-1284. Talmud class: Rabbi Lenny Sarko leads a Talmud class at 10 a.m. on Thursdays. • Critically acclaimed chef • Creative new American cuisine with a Mediterranean flair • Casually elegant ambiance • Extensive selection of fine wines & spirits • Outdoor sidewalk café dining • “O to Go” gourmet carryout • Upscale martini bar • Champagne Sunday brunch • Wine dinners & monthly Chef table Your Neighborhood Restaurant • Private dining room available (seats 50) & Martini Bar T he Experience makes you say “O” • 6661 Central Avenue • • 727.381.1212 •