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Shlichim B’Madim
Emissaries in Uniform in NH
Behind the Boots:
Presentation and Lunch with IDF Soldiers
Saturday, May 3rd at 10:30 AM
We will be joined by two IDF soldiers for a presentation and lunch on Saturday morning. The soldiers will share personal stories about serving in the IDF.
What is Shlichim B’madim ?
Shlichim B’madim (Emissaries in Uniform) is a program through The Jewish Agency for Israel, in partnership with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), to bring IDF soldiers to our communities during the week of Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut.
Please note, this is an opportunity to hear personal stories and experiences from the soldiers themselves. We kindly ask that discussions remain respectful and focused on their individual journeys, as they are not here to discuss politics or represent any political views.
We hope you will join us on Saturday, May 3rd at 10:30am.
Registration is required. No one will be admitted unless they have registered in advance. Please register by Noon on May 1st. Click HERE to register.
For more opportunities to visit with these IDF soldiers please see their full schedule of events in JFNH emails or send questions to info@jewishnh.org.
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Dinner & Yahrzeit Minyan
in memory of
Albert Eichner z”l
Wednesday, April 30th at 5:30pm at CAA
CAA member Gerry Eichner is sponsoring a pizza dinner on the occasion of his father’s yahrzeit. Albert Eichner z”l is remembered on 2 Iyar.
Join Gerry and his friends at 5:30pm for this annual gathering at CAA over pizza and beer with non-alcoholic beverages as well followed by a Mincha service around 6:15pm.
Kindly contact Gerry to let him know you are coming: geichner@cyberia.com
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Friday Night Erev Shabbat Services
Fridays at 7:00pm
Celebrate Shabbat and relax after a long week as we welcome Shabbat at Friday night services in our beautiful sanctuary with music and prayer.
Stick around after the service to visit with community members and friends at the oneg.
ALL are welcome, including families with young children and people who want to learn more about Jewish practice.
CLICK HERE to attend the service online.
CLICK HERE for a pdf of our siddur (prayerbook).
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Talmud Study For Beginners with Daniel Gil
Thursday, May 1, 15, 22 & 29 at 5:30pm
Join CAA member Daniel Gil for this introduction to Talmud study. We will be studying Tractate Brakhot, the first and most accessible volume of the Talmud. We will be using the English and Hebrew Koren Noe Edition of Talmud Bavli with commentary by Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz z”l. No prior knowledge of Talmud, Hebrew, or Aramaic is required.
The publisher asks that students purchase a printable PDF of the text for $9.95 HERE. Also available are a large hardback volume and a paperback volume published as four booklets. A large full-color volume is available HERE.
New participants are invited and welcome- just show up!
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Timely Topics in
Jewish Life
Friday, May 2nd and 23rd at 11:00 am
A presentation and discussion on all things Jewish with Rabbi Dan on the 4th Friday of each month.
Where? Covenant Living of Keene, 95 Wyman Road, Keene, NH 03431
When? 11 AM-Noon, May 2nd and 23rd
Who? An interfaith group of residents at Covenant Living, including a number of CAA members.
All members of CAA are welcome to attend.
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Religious School
Sundays, May 4th,11th,18th at 9:30am
Our Religious School meets most Sundays during the school year. Our current students are in grades 2 through 7. If you would like to explore religious school for the 2025-2026 school year, please contact Rabbi Dan at rabbida@keenesynagogue.org or (603) 352-6747.
Parents, please look out for occasional emails from Rabbi Dan and Daniella with particular information throughout the year.
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Schmooze and Brews with Jews
at Modestman Brewing
Thursday, May 8th at 6:00pm
Join us for this after-hours get together at Modestman Brewing on Main Street in Keene. Casually hang out to shmooze with Jews over brews!
Non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Bring your own snacks. (Modestman has closed its kitchen and no longer serves any food.)
No registration required. Just show up :)
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Shabbat Morning Service
Saturday, May 10th at 9:30 AM
On Saturday, May 10th, we invite you to our monthly Shabbat Morning Service, onsite and online. Help us make a minyan as we celebrate Shabbat with Torah and tradition. Having a minyan makes it possible for people in mourning or observing a yahrzeit to say Kaddish.
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In Memory of…
For the week of
May 3-9, 2025
5-11 Iyar 5785
Shloshim
Jon Ostriker is in his first 30 day mourning the loss of his brother, Jeremiah Ostriker
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Yahrzeits
Sam Fox, father of Barry Fox on May 3, 5 Iyar
Shirley Ruth Shapiro, mother of Diane Shamas on May 3, 5 Iyar
Sharon Nadav, sister of Hila Steller on May 4, 6 Iyar
Burton Sylvern, father of Craig Sylvern on May 5, 7 Iyar
Michael Forman, brother of Tina Ramsey on May 8, 10 Iyar
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In First Year of Mourning
Wendy Fulton is mourning the loss of her mother, Marcia Berk
Vivian Prunier is mourning the loss of her mother, Melita Garbuny
Steven Levy is mourning the loss of his wife, Susan Levy
Deborah Kaufman is mourning the loss of her father, Donal Blaise Lloyd
Lainee Ginsberg is mourning the loss of her mother, Laura Broad
Mike Davern is mourning the loss of his father, Philip Davern
Andrea Levin is mourning the loss of her father, Wayne Eshelman
Rebecca Sayles is mourning the loss of her mother, Gail Ehrlich
Rebecca Sayles is mourning the loss of her father, Stanley L. Abrams.
Arelis Quinones is mourning the loss of her mother, Josephina Sanchez
Diane Shamas is mourning the loss of her mother, Shirley Ruth Shapiro
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Shabbat Morning Torah Study with Rabbi Dan
Saturday, May 17th and May 24th at 9:30 AM
We invite you to our (almost) weekly Shabbat Morning Torah Study, led by Rabbi Dan, and sometimes guests. We read a third of each week’s Torah reading in English and mine it for meaning for our lives today.
Newcomers and people of all abilities are always welcome!
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River Mill Flute Concert
Sunday, May 11th at 3:00pm
The River Mill Flutes
present
“A Mother’s Day Celebration”
a one-hour concert of music composed by women for four flutes
free admission
The River Mill flutes are named for the historic 19 th century mill complex of Keene, NH, situated along the Ashuelot River. The flutists of the quartet are from the Monadnock Region of southwestern New Hampshire. The group performs on instruments of the flute family: piccolo, C flute, alto, and bass.
The Players:
Julie Armstrong
Lisa Bryan
Rebecca Sayles
Beth Anne West
For more information: 603-313-9921 or rivermillflutes@yahoo.com
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Coffee Hour
with Rabbi Dan at Brewbakers Café in Keene
Wednesday, May 14th at 2:00pm
and
Tuesday, May 27th at 11:00am
Grab a cup of Joe or a Chai Latte and pull up a seat. Rabbi Dan looks forward to chatting about… whatever!
Coffee Hour with Rabbi Dan takes place monthly on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Tuesday of the month or by appointment at a more convenient time.
To set up a meeting with Rabbi Dan, visit www.calendly.com/rabbida
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CAA Board of Director’s Meeting
Wednesday, May 14th at 7:00pm
Congregation Ahavas Achim Members are invited to observe our Board of Directors Meeting on Wednesday, May 14th at 7:00pm online and in person. We’ll hear all about what’s been happening in and out of our building with our community.
All members are welcome to attend our board meetings.
CLICK HERE to attend the meeting online
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Serve dinner at
The Community Kitchen!
Our next date to serve dinner at TCK is Thursday, May 15th.
A message from Gary Shapiro…
CAA’s stalwart Crew served the evening meal at The Community Kitchen on Thursday, 4/17. And cleaned up afterwards! Thanks to Malcolm and Selena Katz, Jane Taylor, Barbara Green, Roye Ginsberg, and me. We served a delicious chicken meal to over 50 appreciative guests. Matzah was available!
Our next ComKitch dates are May 15 and May 29. Let Malcolm or me know if you’d like to be part of this great Crew!
Gary/K1
Gary Shapiro
gm_shapiro@yahoo.com
603-352-0440
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The CAA Book Club – You’re Invited!
Sunday, May 18th at 10:15am
The CAA Book Club will next meet on Sunday, May 18, 2025. We’ll be discussing two short stories. One is “Act of Faith” by Irwin Shaw, which takes place shortly after VE-Day in France. The other is “The Lady of the Lake” by Bernard Malamud, a tale about identity, focusing on a young American in Italy in the early nineteen-fifties. CLICK HERE to access the stories electronically.
Alternatively, several printouts are available at the CAA office. The stories can also be found at the Keene Public Library in Irwin Shaw Short Stories, Five Decades and The Magic Barrel by Bernard Malamud.
We gather at CAA at about 10:15 a.m. for bagels and coffee and start the discussion at 10:30. Hope you’ll be able to join us!
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Yellow Ribbons
Available at CAA
The yellow ribbon symbolizes support and solidarity for the safe return of the hostages taken by Hamas terrorists in Israel. It symbolizes solidarity with the hostages, their families, and all who care about their safety.
Wearing a ribbon publicly unites you with people of all religions, races, nationalities, ethnicities, ages, and generations and demonstrates for the people of Israel that they are not alone and that good people across the globe are with them and their families during this dark time.
Send a powerful message of solidarity by wearing your ribbon.
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Join Former JFNH Shaliach Ra’anan de Haas via Zoom to discuss news and hot topics in Israel
Monday, May 19th
1pm – 2:30pm
Ra’anan will cover everything from politics and the war with Hamas to Euro Vision to the Olympics. Occasionally pertinent articles will be shared in advance, and each session will end with time for questions and discussion.
This program meets on the third Monday of each month for 90 minutes.
Register HERE to receive the Zoom link.
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Send us the name of a person in need of comfort and healing so we can pray for them whenever we recite the Misheberach prayer for healing during our worship services.
CLICK HERE to submit a name for the Misheberach list.
If you add a name to the list, please attend services as you are able and pray along with the community for those in need of healing.
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