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Volunteer for Casino, Dec 23 or 24

We have recently been assigned Monday and Tuesday, December 23rd and 24th, 2019 as the dates for our next casino.

This is a very important fundraiser for the Temple. We expect to receive $70,000 for the two-day casino.

That’s over $200 per hour that you volunteer.

There is no other volunteer fundraising activity that is more valuable to the Temple.

Temple Casino Fundraiser

Please Volunteer for Dec 23 or 24

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These dates coincide with the second and third candles of Chanukah. Rabbi Glickman has given the ‘thumbs-up’ for us to accept this time slot for two reasons. First, because Chanukah is a minor holiday on the Jewish calendar, our members aren’t prohibited from being involved in extracurricular activities. In fact, the rabbi thinks we should dub the casino event “The Festival of Flashing Lights!” Second, it allows our neighbours who celebrate Christmas some time off during their important holiday season.

There is another huge advantage to accepting these specific dates. The casino hours will be drastically shortened on December 24th; there is no evening shift that day, and the count room volunteers are only required to work a shift of about two hours (4:30-6:30 pm). Despite the shorter number of volunteers / volunteer hours required, the Temple will still receive an even share of the ‘pool’ when funds are calculated at the end of the fiscal quarter.

We need a total of 30-40 volunteers to staff the casino, as well as some spare volunteers who would be willing to cover a shift at the last minute. No prior experience is required — our awesome advisors are happy to train new volunteers.

This year, we’re asking you to sign up via Signup Genius. Once you have signed up for a shift, a volunteer worker form will be emailed to you. Shifts / volunteer positions will be confirmed when the forms are received.

If you have questions, please contact Jane Paterson at 403-803-1132 or Jeff Booke at 403-355-1231.

 

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Ancient Money of the Holy Land (Feb 4, 7:00 pm)

ANCIENT MONEY OF THE HOLY LAND
“Money and religion share a long history” – Marina Fisher
This talk will explore the coinage of the Holy Land, its cultural interactions and political messages, and its unique art and design. Beginning with the Persian Imperial coins – the only coins referenced in the Old Testament of the Bible, we will examine the renowned ancient Athenian Owls, Alexander the Great’s silver tetradrachms, Tyrian shekels, Hasmonean coinage, Judeo-Roman bronzes and the stunning coinage of the Jewish Revolts. Coins from the University of Calgary’s Nickle Numismatic Collection will be available for viewing.

Marina Fischer is Collection Specialist for Numismatics at Nickle Galleries, University of Calgary. She holds an M.A. in Ancient History with specialization in Art History from the University of Calgary, and her research focuses on ancient Greek and Roman coinage. Marina is also Instructor with Continuing Education, and is a recipient of 2018 University of Calgary Teaching Award.

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Volunteer meal preparation and serving on Dec. 25

What an amazing group of volunteers. Preparing and serving TWO Christmas meals in one day!

Thanks for all your support!

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Bring your recipes and your energy to dinner on December 25th!

This year, Temple B’nai Tikvah will be providing Christmas meals to two different groups of people:

1. Awo Taan Healing Lodge

This is a First Nations Women’s Shelter located in a central southwest Calgary. We need 10-12 volunteers to prepare and serve dinner at the Lodge on Christmas Day. If you’re interested, please contact Nadine Waldman via the office.

 

2. Murray’s House

Run by the Sharp Foundation, Murray’s House is a 23 unit apartment building that provides a residence with full support services for the chronically homeless. Meal preparation will be at Temple and then served at the building. We will need about 12 volunteers, men or women. If you’re interested, please contact Paul Leney via the office.

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Special Programs on Yom Kippur Afternoon

TURNING
20×20 Talks: Powered by Pechakucha
Emcee: Norm Yanofsky

We invited a fascinating and diverse group of Temple members to speak to us about turning.

Each speaker has submitted 20 slides which will show for 20 seconds each, allowing the speaker exactly six minutes and forty seconds to address “Turning” from his or her own unique perspective.

Speakers: Kaye Booth, Dan Furst, Maggie Harder, Alain Hepner, Sandy Mann, Jenny McKenney, Marg Semel, Sydney Sharpe, …and maybe others!

Pechakucha – Japanese for “chitchat.” Engaging speakers; 20 slides; 20 seconds each; a wonderful experience for us all.

CHANT MEDITATION SERVICE

Led by Betsy Jameson

A gentle contemplative service employing Hebrew chant and guided meditation to expand and deepen the experience of teshuvah. Like the call of the shofar and the haunting notes of Kol Nidre, melodies and the silences between them help guide and deepen our inward turning.
No previous experience with meditation or chant is necessary. This is about listening and deepening, not performance.

“When we chant we are using the whole body as the instrument with which to feel the meaning of the sacred phrase.” – Rabbi Shefa Gold

BOTH PROGRAMS BEGIN AT 1:30 PM

The 20 x 20 Powered by Pechakucha program will conclude at 3:00 PM.
The Chant/Meditation Service will conclude no later than 3:30 PM. It is OK to leave earlier.

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Celebrate Pride Week

 

Pride Week Events

  • Pride Shabbat Dinner – Friday August 31, 2018 (BUY YOUR TICKET NOW).
  • Join Temple at Pride Parade – On the morning of Sunday September 2, 2018, Temple members will be walking in Calgary’s Pride Parade. Please join us and bring family and friends. Gather at Riverfront Avenue between Macleod Trail SE and 1 Street SE. The Parade starting point is at 350 6 Ave SE, but we will be gathering on the Riverfront Avenue between Macleod Trail SE & 1 Street SE. Arrival time is set at 9 a.m., with go time at 1030 a.m. Wear your best pride colours and be creative! Our position number is 157, staging block is O. Please note, there won’t be any parking at site, so it is best to use public transit to get there. http://www.calgarypride.ca/events/parade-2018/

Watch this space and e-blasts for details.

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Job Opportunity at Temple B’nai Tikvah

Temple B’nai Tikvah seeks an Interim Educator with primary responsibility as principal for our Shabbat School.

The Interim Educator will report to the rabbi, and will be eligible to apply for the permanent position when it is advertised.

Qualifications: We place highest priority on the ability to administer a thriving Reform Jewish synagogue educational program. We seek a self-motivated, proactive individual with the ability to work well independently and in partnership with the rabbi, Temple leadership and staff, and with the Shabbat School, teachers, students and the parent committee. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team are critical for success. The ideal candidate will be both a leader who can implement first-rate religious school programs, and an administrator who can eff ectively manage both people and projects.

Further information and the job description are available here: Interim Educator Job Post.

To apply, submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to
search@bnaitikvah.ca by July 13, 2018.

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