On the gift front, we have Star of David necklaces, red bendel bracelets, key chains, and mezuzahs in enamel, Jerusalem stone, and other materials to match the décor. You'll see Kiddush cups, candlesticks in a variety of sizes, and serving pieces in pottery and china. Also in stock are decorative yarmulkes and photo albums, plus those gorgeous decorative tiles by well-known artist Andrea Strongwater. Each six-inch-square tile features an elegant design based on the lost synagogues of Europe and other Jewish themes, a thoughtful collectible for gift giving as well as for your own home.
Visit the Gift Shop, where the merchandise is top quality, the prices are modest, and the value is unsurpassed. For personal service, call Sara Bloom at 631-765-3539.
P.S. For gorgeous color photos and information about the lost synagogues of Europe, you can visit an online museum, where many of Andrea Strongwater's synagogue paintings
The Men's Club
by Charlie Millman
After many years of dedicated service, Danny Harris retired as president of the Men's Club, and Charles Millman was elected to lead the group. As a tribute to Danny Harris, the Men's Club presented him with a plaque highlighting his past contributions to Tifereth Israel and to the community. We are grateful for Danny's past leadership and expertise.
A large turnout enjoyed the club's fourth annual Spaghetti and Meatballs Dinner, which was followed by a program of songs and demonstrations of flutes from around the world, prepared by Jay Loomis, a global traveler and resident of Greenport. Loomis also presented Rabbi Fenster with a gift of a handmade flute.
The Men's Club and the Daughters of Israel collaborated on a Chicken Dinner, which was well attended and a huge success. Howard LeShaw and Lenny Pearlstein entertained us with klezmer and keyboard music that had some of us dancing in the aisles. Shabbat services followed the dinner and program.
On a serious note, the Men's Club sponsored a discussion about new physical therapy techniques being used to treat brain injuries. Shul member Cookie Slade led the program, which was open to the community.
Because of the generosity of our congregants and friends, our annual raffle was once again a big success. We donated $1,100 to Tifereth Israel and paid out $1,100 to our lucky winners. Over the years, our 50/50 raffle has provided our synagogue with much-needed funds for community events that help to maintain a Jewish presence on the North Fork
Next year, with the continued support of our membership, we will provide a new and exciting agenda. See you in May. Be ready for action.
Charles Millman, President Men's Club Aaron Novick, Vice-President Jed Clauss, Recording Secretary
Archive: Bob Rothman spoke to the Men's Club on Sunday, August 26th 2007 about his father, David's, unique relationship with Albert Einstein. Click here for a synopsis.
The Men's Club sponsored the BBQ and Klezmer/Jazz concert in the park by Howard Leshaw on Sunday, September 28. 2008 Photos here
Wereport with sadness the passing of Nora Levin of Greenport, a longtime and much beloved member of Congregation Tifereth Israel. She died at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 18, surrounded by her immediate family. Rabbi Fenster led a private graveside service on Sunday, February 21, after which her ashes were buried next to her late husband at Mt. Ararat Cemetery in Lindenhurst, NY. A memorial service will be held in the spring.
Shortly before her death, Nora had asked The Shofar to acknowledge those who had reached out to her during her illness in the final weeks. "I want to thank everyone in my synagogue family for their cards, notes, visits and refuah shlemah during my recent illness. You have warmed my heart," she said.
We extend condolences to her children, Janice and Ronny, and to her extended family here and in Israel. May they be comforted by memories of happier times spent together.
Simchas
Birthdays in March 10: Lawrence Rubin 21: Dr. Norman Elsky 24: Mitchell Berg 25: Elizabeth Friedmann Anniversaries in March 9: Rick and Eileen Santora Haynie 16: Mitchell and Jennifer Berg
Refuah Shlemah
Rosemarie Birman,
Sunshine Club
Please consider sending a Sunshine card. It is a form of fund raising and it also makes the recipient happy, and permits you to perform a Mitzvah.
For information call Thelma Novick at 734-6952
Contact us
519 Fourth St. P.O. Box 659 Greenport, NY 11944 Ask for the new-member brochure.
