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March 2018

M’kor OrSunday, June 3, 5:00 pm

The 2018 M’kor Or “Source of Light” Evening of Honors will celebrate four shining lights of M’kor Shalom — Rolane Sunshine, Harriet Uris, Judi Weinberg, and Sarah Zalcmann — for their outstanding service to our congregation and feature a musical performance by the acclaimed Jewish Bluegrass group Nefesh Mountain. Add your light to a shining night!

Event sponsorships with VIP opportunities are now available; contact Gail Donner at Sponsorships@mkorshalom.org. You are also invited to place an ad and/or congratulatory message in a commemorative Tribute Book; contact Karen Wallenobrien at TributeBookAds@mkorshalom.org. Ad deadline is April 25.

AmazonSmileTRIPLE Percentage for First Timers! March 12-31

Amazon is tripling the donation amount to 1.5% when customers make their first eligible smile.amazon.com purchase from March 12-31. To date, M’kor Shalom has earned over $800 from users who have designated our synagogue as their preferred AmazonSmile charity. Let’s keep that number rising with new designations! Go to smile.amazon.com/ch/22-2034874 and choose Congregation M’kor Shalom as your designated charity. Works with Amazon Prime!

A Hero in HeavenTuesday, March 20, 7:00 pm Co-sponsored by M’kor Shalom Education & Youth Committee and Jewish Community Relations Council

M’kor Shalom and the JCRC will host a viewing and conversation on the documentary movie Michael Levin – A Hero in Heaven. The film depicts Michael’s devotion to his family, his people and Israel, and chronicles his life from a youthful dream of making aliyah to a hero’s burial on Mt. Herzl in Jerusalem.

Please join us as we honor Michael’s legacy and also welcome his mother, Harriet, and sister, Elisa, for a special Question & Answer Session following the film. (Film begins promptly at 7:15 pm)

Free & open to all. So we may prepare, kindly RSVP by March 13 to: tinyurl.com/aheroinheavenrsvp. We ask you to assist the Lone Soldier Center in memory of Michael Levin with a donation of any amount. To contribute, visit: lonesoldiercenter.com/donate.

Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Rabbi Kenneth KanterEat, Learn, Sing! Discovering the Jewish Contributions to the Music We Love Friday, April 13 & Saturday April 14

The Jewish contribution to American popular music is strong and spirited, and Rabbi Kenneth Kanter, popular lecturer, author, and expert on the Jewish influence on American popular music, will explore it with us. Think of artists such as Leonard Bernstein and Oscar Hammerstein II, Irving Berlin and the Gershwins. Think of songs such as “Oh What A Beautiful Morning,” “Lady Is a Tramp,” and even “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.” Our schedule of events includes:

FRIDAY, APRIL 136:30 pm — Kabbalat Shabbat Service7:45 pm — Tin Pan Alley Sing-Along with Light Dinner ($36 per person; RSVP required)

SATURDAY, APRIL 149:00 am — Torah Study, led by Rabbi Kanter (Kindly RSVP)10:30 am — Music from Trope to Debbie Friedman (Kindly RSVP)6:30 pm — Private Donor Reception with Rabbi Kanter8:00 pm — Broadway Cabaret: Performances by local young professionals; Discussion led by Rabbi Kanter; Elaborate Desserts ($36 per person; RSVP required)

Donor opportunities start at $118 per person and include all events and private Donor Reception. All events are open to the community. For more information, contact Jack Weinberg and Carl Viniar at Scholar@mkorshalom.org or visit mkorshalom.org. Sign up on page 4.

Alex & The KaleidoscopeSunday, April 8, 2:00 pm (Doors open 1:30 pm)

Performer Alex Mitnick and his Emmy® Award winning children’s entertainment group bring their imaginative, interactive show to M’kor Shalom! Captivating for children ages 3 to 8. $10 in advance by April 4; $14 at the door. Free for children 3 and under. For more information, contact Marla Vecchio at FamilyProgramming@mkorshalom. Sign up on page 4.

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Achim (The Men’s Group) LunchWednesday, April 4, 12:00 noon

The men of M’kor Shalom enjoy good conversation and a shared meal during our standing monthly reservation at Short Hills Restaurant & Deli.

No RSVP necessary. Pay your own way. For more information, contact Howard Greenberg at 856-667-4397 or hgreenberg@hgreenberg.com.

Cooking for the HungryThursday, April 5, 7:00 pmSponsored by Social Action Committee

Volunteers age 12 & up are needed to cook meals for New Visions, a day shelter for the homeless in Camden. No experience needed. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited space; RSVP required. To RSVP or for more information, contact Jonathan Maurer at maurer10@comcast.net.

Mark Your CalendarsM’korstock UpluggedFridays, April 27 & June 8 immediately following our 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat services

First Thursdays: Israel’s 70thThursdays, May 3 & June 7, 7:00 pm

Craft Beer FestivalSunday, May 6, 12:00 noon

Annual Congregational Meeting & MEGA 50/50 DrawingWednesday, May 16, 7:00 pm

Shavuot & Confirmation ServiceSunday, May 20, 10:00 am

Installation Shabbat/Shabbat of ThanksFriday, June 1, 8:00 pm

M’kor OrSunday, June 3, 5:00 pmWe will honor past president Rolane Sunshine, ECC teachers Harriet Uris and Judi Weinberg, and “rising star” Sarah Zalcmann.

TOT HAPPENINGS:

Spring Break Puppet ShowWednesday, April 4, 10:15 amTake a break from spring break! Enjoy Passover treats and a puppet show courtesy of Puppets Pizzazz. $20 per family. For more information or to RSVP, contact Lauren Rardin at TotProgramming@mkorshalom.org. Sign up on page 4.

Alex & The KaleidoscopeSunday, April 8, 2:00 pm (See page 1 for details.)

Tot Family Dinner & Shabbat ServiceFridays, March 16 & April 20Dinner 5:30 pm; Service 6:15 pm Join us for a family pizza and salad dinner prior to our monthly Tot Shabbat service. Only $10 per family for dinner; our 6:15 pm service is open to all.

Our Tot Shabbat evenings are always open to the community and are designed for families with children ages 2-5. For more information or to RSVP, contact Stephanie Riviello at TotProgramming@mkorshalom.org.

Red Cross Blood DriveMonday, March 19, 2:30-7:30 pm

Give thanks for the good health you enjoy by giving blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health on the day of the event. While the actual donation takes only 8-12 minutes, please allow one hour for the entire process. To make an appointment, contact Mark Pinzur at BloodDrive@mkorshalom.org. Walk-ins welcome.

Fifty Years/Twenty SongsSaturday, March 17, 8:00 pm

This Beverly and Edmond Weiss performance is backed by the Bruce Kaminsky Trio. The pair will present music and memories that reflect each stage of their life together — from their first meeting at summer camp up to today. $10 per person. For more information, contact the synagogue office at 856-424-4220 or MainOffice@mkorshalom.org. Sign up on page 4.

March For Our LivesSaturday, March 24 (Washington D.C.)

Join the kids and families of March For Our Lives to take a stand and demand that their lives and safety become a priority, and that we end gun violence in our schools and our communities.

Our Social Action committee is considering chartering a bus to have our voices heard at the march in Washington D.C.. Sister marches are also being planned for Philadelphia, Newark, New York, and hundreds of other cities in the county. If you are interested in attending one of these marches, contact Kim Coffina at kcoffina@comcast.net.

Gift of Life Donor DashSaturday, April 15 (Philadelphia)

Join the M’kor Shalom team and support Gift of Life organ donation. 10K & 5K runs and 3K walk start at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Walk (or run) with us, or make a donation. For more information and to register, visit mkorshalom.org or contact Gabrielle Fish at engelfish@verizon.net

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Shabbat Service ScheduleMarch 9 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service* Shabbat Mishpacha Our Junior Choir joins us. Family Dinner 5:30 pmMarch 16 6:15 pm Tot Shabbat Tot Family Dinner 5:30 pm 8:00 pm Erev Shabbat Service*March 23 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service We celebrate March birthdays.March 30 No Service (Passover; First Seder)April 6 8:00 pm Erev Shabbat Service*April 13 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service Scholar-in-Residence Weekend (See page 1 for program details.)April 20 6:15 pm Tot Shabbat Tot Family Dinner 5:30 pm 8:00 pm Erev Shabbat Service* Our Chavurah Ensemble joins us.April 27 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service We celebrate April birthdays. M’korstock Unplugged to follow.

*Service will be webcast at: mkorshalom.org/webcast

Weekly Torah StudySaturdays, March 10, 17 & 24, 9:00 am(No session March 31)

Please join us at 8:45 am for schmoozing and snacks before the session begins on the hour. No RSVP or previous Torah Study necessary. For more information, contact the synagogue office at 856-424-4220 or MainOffice@mkorshalom.org.

Spice Up Your JudaismSaturdays, 10:30 am March 10, 17 & 24 (No session March 31)

Enrich your Shabbat experience with alternative worship, learning, discussion and fellowship. Sessions begin after morning Torah Study, with light refreshments and schmoozing from 10:00-10:30 am. Everyone is welcome; open to the community. Drop in when you want, or every week. No RSVP or previous study is necessary.

Achim SoftballRegistration Deadline: Friday, March 23

Play ball! All men of M’kor Shalom, Early Childhood Center dads, and their sons age 16+, are eligible to play. Again this year: non-members can play for an additional $40 fee. Games are played Sunday mornings from April through July, except Passover and Mother’s Day.

Register online at mkorshalom.org or in the synagogue office by March 23. For more information, contact Eric Newman at 609-206-9804 or newmanteaches@gmail.com.

…And the Walls Came Tumbling DownWednesdays, March 14, 21 & 28 and April 4, 10:30 amLed by Yossi Afek

Three of six sessions remain, led by Yossi Afek. For nearly 1500 years, Judaism built around itself an impregnable spiritual wall in the form of Halacha. Then the Jewish community in Spain was destroyed and the walls came tumbling down, challenging traditional Judaism from every quarter.

You are welcome to attend any or all of these sessions; No RSVP necessary. For more information, contact Gail Donner and Art Treiman at AdultEducation@mkorshalom.org.

PASSOVER HAPPENINGS:

Sunday Sessions with Rabbi HirshEverything you wanted to know… in 90 minutes?!Sunday, March 11, 9:30 amWe will focus on Spiritual Preparation for Pesach. No RSVP necessary for this self-contained adult learning unit. Open to all.

How To Run A Kid-Friendly SederWednesday, March 14, 9:30 amIn this workshop, Rabbi Hirsh will provide plans, resources, suggestions and materials you can use to shape a successful and fun Seder experience that is accessible for everyone. Open to anyone who is involved with a Seder that runs best on a shorter schedule, with or without children or grandchildren.

Chrain Gang — HELP WANTED!Wednesday, March 14, 6:30-9:00 pmMonday, March 19, 6:30-9:00 pmTuesday, March 20, 6:30-9:00 pmMany volunteers are needed to participate in this “grate” M’kor Shalom tradition! The homemade horseradish will be sold at our Passover Shuk. Open to adults and supervised children (Grades 5 & up). Join us for whatever portion of time works for you. RSVP to Howard Greenberg at hgreenberg@hgreenberg.com.

Passover ShukSunday, March 25, 9:00 am – 1:00 pmTuesday, March 27, 6:00-9:00 pmWednesday, March 28, 9:00 am – 1:00 pmTake home our Chrain Gang’s homemade horseradish, kosher wines and gift shop items in time for the holiday. Prices vary.

First Seder: Friday, March 30Our Shabbat service will NOT be held. Do you need a place to go for a Passover seder? Do you have an extra seat at your table? Please contact the synagogue office at 856-424-4220 or MainOffice@mkorshalom.org for the opportunity to be matched with fellow congregants.

Board of Trustees MeetingWednesday, March 21, 7:30 pm

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Sign up using the forms below or online at our website: www.mkorshalom.org

Spring Break Puppet Show — Wednesday, April 4, 10:15 amRSVP by Friday, March 30

Name(s) _____________________________________________________________________ Phone _________________________

E-mail ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Number of Families at $20 each ___________ Total Amount Enclosed $__________________

Alex & The Kaleidoscope — Sunday, April 8, 2:00 pm$10 Advance Registration by April 4; Walk-ins Welcome – $14 at the door

Name(s) _____________________________________________________________________ Phone _________________________

E-mail ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Number of Adults at $10 each _________ Total Amount Enclosed $__________________

Number of Children at $10 each _________ Number of Children 3 & Under (Free) _________

Scholar-in-Residence Weekend: Eat, Learn, Sing! with Rabbi Kanter — April 13 & 14RSVP for all events by Wednesday, April 4

Name(s) ________________________________________________________________________ Phone __________________________________

E-mail __________________________________________________________________________ Phone __________________________________

Friday Tin Pan Alley Sing-Along & Dinner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No. of Attendees _________ @ $36 per person = _____________

Saturday Broadway Cabaret & Dessert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No. of Attendees _________ @ $36 per person = _____________

I/we also plan to attend: q Saturday Torah Study (No charge; RSVP required) q Saturday Music Discussion (No charge; RSVP required)

SILVER LEVEL DONOR – All events, including Saturday evening Donor Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No. of Attendees _________ @ $118 per person = _____________

GOLD LEVEL DONOR– All events, including Saturday evening Donor Reception, and more! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No. of Attendees _________ @ $180 per person = _____________

q Yes, I/we are attending and want additionally to contribute: $_____________

qNo, unfortunately, I/we cannot attend but want to contribute: $_____________ Total amount enclosed $_____________________ All contributions will be acknowledged in the program brochure, unless you indicate otherwise.

Fifty Years/Twenty Songs — Saturday, March 17, 8:00 pmRSVP by Wednesday, March 14

Name(s) _____________________________________________________________________ Phone _________________________

E-mail ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Number of Attendees at $10 each ___________ Total Amount Enclosed $__________________