United Synagogue of Hoboken

HIGH HOLIDAYS 2017 / 5778 AT USH

As the High Holy Days approach, we look forward to celebrating with you.

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Children

USH Israel Trip

Stained Glass Windows

High Holy Days

B'Yachad

Young Adults

Kaplan Cooperative Preschool 10th Anniversary

The restoration of the Star of Israel

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Sun, September 24 2017 4 Tishrei 5778

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4 Tishrei 5778

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Upcoming Events include

Yom Kippur eve services and events
Friday, Sep 29th 5:00p to 9:00p
See http://www.hobokensynagogue.org/high-holy-days-at-ush.html for the full High Holy Day schedule at USH!
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Young Professionals Break-fast at Moishe House
Motzei Shabbat, Sep 30th 8:00p to 9:30p

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Ordering Lulav/Etrog ($36/set)
Sunday, Oct 1st 12:00p
Deadline for ordering Lulav/Etrog = Sun Oct 1 at noon. Lulav/Etrog can be picked up on Wed Oct 4, or during services on Thurs Oct 5 or Fri Oct 6.
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"Circles of Welcome" session 1
Tuesday, Oct 3rd 7:00p to 9:00p
Announcing: Circles of Welcome, Hudson County, NJ! An exciting program for new couples and new parents exploring how to build community and what a Jewish home looks like on your terms. Join an intimate cohort of other couples at your life stage and choose your path of learning and exploration with the support of a mentor. Sponsored by the JCC of Manhattan together with United Synagogue of Hoboken and Temple Beth-El Jersey City. First session Tues Oct 3. Register at http://ebiz.jccmanhattan.org/personifyebusiness/Programs/ProgramDetail.aspx?pid=647927861&_ga=2.176774892.813092519.1505150432-655150484.1473192941
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Shabbat/Sukkot eve guest speakers: Sally Pillay and Jill Singleton: immigrants, asylees and refugees in our community
Friday, Oct 6th 7:00p to 9:00p
On this holiday of Sukkot, when we focus on what it means to have a permanent home or to lack one, Sally Pillay, from First Friends, and Jill Singleton of The Lighthouse, will tell us about their organizations' advocacy for immigrants, asylees, and refugees in Hudson County. Services 7pm; presentation 7:40pm, followed by refreshments in the Sukkah. Free; RSVP requested. Sponsored by the USH Refugee Committee.
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My Jewish Neighborhood Sukkah Hop
Shabbat, Oct 7th 5:30p to 7:00p
Sign up and visit a sukkah in your neighborhood for a potluck dinner followed by dessert and havdalah! RSVP to http://bit.ly/USH-Sukkah-Hop-2017 In your RSVP, please tell us how many people, ages of any children, and if you prefer to be placed in a home that is strictly kosher. (Note: all meals will be either vegetarian, or strictly kosher.) Please RSVP BEFORE YOM KIPPUR (before September 30, 2017) Soon thereafter we will send out a confirmation of your location and what category of meal [appetizer, entree, dessert or beverage] you are asked to bring. If you have any questions please contact office@hobokensynagogue.org or call the office at (201) 659-4000. If you are building a sukkah and would like to be a host for the Sukkah Hop, please contact us at office@hobokensynagogue.org.
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Refugee dinner - Sukkot edition
Shabbat, Oct 7th 5:30p to 7:00p
Celebrate Sukkot this year while supporting a local refugee family. You will visit a sukkah in Hoboken for a delicious vegetarian dinner comprised of Syrian dishes, prepared by a local resettled refugee who is a chef. The cost is $45 per adult (note: this event is for age 18+ only), and the funds that are raised will support her family. (Note: this program is concurrent with the other USH My Jewish Neighborhood Sukkah Hop dinners.)
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PJ Library Gate Sale Fundraiser
Sunday, Oct 8th 9:00a to 1:00p

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Community Young Family Sukkot Party
Sunday, Oct 8th 10:30a to 12:30p
For families with children 5 and under.
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Young Professionals Sushi in the Sukkah
Tuesday, Oct 10th 7:30p to 10:30p
Young Professionals SUSHI IN THE SUKKAH Celebrate Sukkot with friends, sushi, wine and snacks. Tuesday, October 10 | 7:30pm-10:30pm United Synagogue of Hoboken 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ $10 tickets at hobokensynagogue.org $15 at the door
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Shmini Atzeret services including Yizkor memorial prayers
Thursday, Oct 12th 9:30a to 12:00p

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Simhat Torah eve services, celebration, dancing in the streets
Thursday, Oct 12th 6:30p to 8:30p

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Simhat Torah morning service
Friday, Oct 13th 9:30a to 12:00p

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Volunteer fair
Shabbat, Oct 14th 12:00p to 1:30p
During Kiddush following services today, meet representatives of volunteer organizations within USH and with which USH partners, including the Hoboken Shelter, Emergency Food Pantry, Family Promise, USH Refugee Committee, USH Chesed Committee, and others.
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Shalom baby - workshop for expectant parents
Thursday, Oct 19th 7:30p to 9:00p
Enhance your preparation for welcoming a new child into your family and the Jewish community …. Learn about values, customs, rituals and community resources available to help as the family grows. Thursday, October 19 7:30-9pm led by Rabbi Rob Scheinberg Free for USH members; $20/couple for non-members United Synagogue of Hoboken, 115 Park Avenue RSVP: 201-659-4000 or office@hobokensynagogue.org
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Brunch with Sharon Leder, author of
Sunday, Oct 22nd 10:30a to 12:45p
Sharon Leder’s novel tells the story of Sara Katz, growing up in Jewish Williamsburg, Brooklyn in the 1950s and 1960’s as the oldest child of a father addicted to heroin.
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Introduction to Judaism (RA-USCJ 24 session course), Session 1
Wednesday, Nov 1st 7:00p to 9:30p
A 24-session introduction to Jewish traditions, values and spirituality, sponsored by the New Jersey Rabbinical Assembly and the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. Fulfills the bulk of the educational requirements towards conversion to Judaism. See www.introjudaismnj.com for registration.
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Benji Lovitt: "What War Zone?" - Israel through stand-up comedy
Motzei Shabbat, Nov 4th 7:00p to 9:00p
Benji has been translating the Israel experience through laughter since his aliyah flight landed in 2006. Especially for young professionals. $18 tix in advance, $25 at the door, includes show and snacks; see https://www.benjilovitt.com/
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Hoboken Studio Artists Tour at USH
Sunday, Nov 5th 12:00p to 4:00p
See the extraordinary stained glass series "Breishit: The Days of Creation" by Susan Klein, and works by other USH artists.
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Film: "My Hero Brother" (JFNNJ Israel Film Festival)
Tuesday, Nov 14th 7:30p to 10:00p
See https://www.jfnnj.org/calendar/myherobrother2/; More info on the film: https://www.myherobrother.org/
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