Upcoming Family Programs
Dena Wachtel
Family & Children's Shabbat Services
Family Education Committee Meeting-This Tuesday at 8PM
FSAC 7th-8th Grade Cooking
Project Aliyah Tefillin Workshop-January 25
Tallit Designing
Family PJ Shabbat Dinner-February 6
Announcing Auditions for "The King's Ball"
New AC Preschool Hebrew/Judaic Program-Spring 09
Make a Playdate with Sigal!
Hoppin' to Hebrew-Discovery Program
Parents' Night Out-February 14
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FAMILY & CHILDREN'S SERVICES-THIS SHABBAT!!!
Ansche Chesed will have Family & Children's Services this Shabbat!
Services begin at 11AM, and are free and open to the public.
Mishpacha Service (children and families 3 years old and under)
Yigdal Service (children and families 4-7 years old)
Big Kids Service (children only, ages 8-12)
*Teen Tefillah will not meet this week. The next date is January 24.
FAMILY EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING
The newly forming Family Education Committee is looking for parents who are interested in getting involved. Come help evaluate, guide and shape the Family Education programs at the synagogue. The commitment is two meetings this semester and 3-5 meetings for the next school year.
The first meeting will be held:
Tuesday, January 20
8PM at Ansche Chesed
The meeting is open to everyone. Please contact Dena Wachtel at DWac...@AnscheChesed.org to RSVP or for more information.
FSAC 7th-8th GRADE COOKING
Calling all 7th and 8th graders: It's the program you've been waiting
for--Cooking for the Shelter!
Wednesday, January 21 at 6:15PM
Come to AC and help make a meal for the shelter guests.
For more information or to RSVP contact David Witzel at
david....@yahoo.com.
PROJECT ALIYAH TEFILLIN WORKSHOP
Sunday, January 25, 2009
11am at Ansche Chesed
Open to everyone
All you ever wanted to know about tefillin (what they are, how you use them,
and so much more)! You will be able to purchase tefillin at the event.
For more information, contact Dena Wachtel at DWac...@AnscheChesed.org.
TALLIT DESIGNING
Under the guidance of Artist, Sarah Jacobs, you will have the opportunity to create your own beautiful and meaningful Tallit. This is something you will use for many years to come.
The program will consist of a mandatory opening session and three workshop sessions. It is open to the entire congregation and is highly suggested for pre-B'nei Mitzvah students.
The opening program will be held on:
Sunday, February 1 from 10-11:30AM at Ansche Chesed.
At this session participants will learn about the tallit, its history and important meanings. After engaging in text study, you will choose a meaningful text and fabric for the tallit.
Costs will vary, but a total cost of $100-$200 should be expected.
For more information, contact Dena Wachtel by emailing DWac...@AnscheChesed.org or calling 2120865-0600 ext. 215.
FAMILY PJ SHABBAT DINNER
February 6, 2009 at 5:30PM
Open to families of children 5 and under
Bring your family (in their pj's) to this wonderful Shabbat & Bedtime treat!
We'll begin with family services and enjoy a delicious dinner together.
Following dinner we'll discuss Jewish bedtime rituals, play Shabbat games
and have a "bedtime" book reading.
The gym will be open following the activities.
$12/adult, $6/child with a max of $35/family if you RSVP by February 1
$18/adult, $10/child with a max of $50/family if you RSVP by February 4
Reservations made after February 4 must be approved by Dena Wachtel, Family
Educator, prior to paying.
Payments can be by check, made out to "Ansche Chesed" with "Feb. 6 Family
Shabbat Dinner" in the memo line, or with a credit card by calling
212-865-0600.
For more information or to make a reservation, call Dena Wachtel at
212-865-0600 ext. 215 or email DWac...@AnscheChesed.org.
ANNOUNCING AUDITIONS FOR THE KING'S BALL: ANSCHE CHESED'S ANNUAL CHILDREN'S
PURIM PLAY
Written and Directed by Michelle Dingoor
To be performed at the AC Purim Carnival on Sunday, March 1, 2009, 10:00 AM
AND at the AC Family Purim Celebration on Monday, March 9, 2009, 6:00 PM
A role for every child ages 5-12 years old!
Open to All Ansche Chesed Members
To audition for an Acting Role: Prepare a 1 minute story about the most
exciting day in your life (real or fiction)
To Audition for a Musical/Talent Role: Prepare a 1 minute musical or talent
piece
To reserve your audition timeslot, contact Michelle at 212-865-0600 x201 or
MDin...@AnscheChesed.org
Rehearsals scheduled for:
6:00-6:45pm on Tuesdays January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 and on Thursday,
Feb 26 10:00-11:15am on Sundays January 25, February 1, 8, and March 8
Commitment to rehearsal schedule required.
NEW AC PRESCHOOL HEBREW/JUDAIC PROGRAM – SPRING 09
Sing, Dance, Cook, & Learn about the Jewish Holidays With Us!
A Class for Children Ages 3-4 Years
Monday afternoons, 4:30-5:30 PM
January 12, 2009-May 18, 2009
(Graduation Ceremony on Weds., May 20)
Tuition: $500/student
Space is Limited!
The class is taught primarily in Hebrew, but prior Hebrew knowledge is not
required.
With questions or to register over the phone,
contact Rabbi Lauren Kurland, Education Director,
212-865-0600 x208 or
LKur...@AnscheChesed.org
MAKE A PLAYDATE WITH SIGAL!
For Children Ages 12-36 Months & Their Parents or Caregivers
With Sigal Mofaz-Levy (MA), experienced parent facilitator and
educator.
Hebrew songs, finger plays, movement, and easy (and environmentally
friendly) arts & crafts!
Meet other families as you engage in activities that you can recreate
at home with your baby, and learn tools to promote your child's
development.
Fridays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free trial class on January 23, 2009.*
Sponsored by Ansche Chesed.
For more information or to register, email:
sigalmofaz...@hotmail.com
*Please note that the class is free for first time families.
HOPPIN' TO HEBREW!
Join your toddler for this interactive bilingual, musical, active
experience.
Ages 8 mos – 2.5 year olds
Mondays 10:00am – 10:45am
February 2nd – June 15th
Classes take place in the Ansche Chesed Chapel.
Sponsored by Discovery Programs with Bilingual Birdies.
For more information, contact Discovery at: 212.749.8717 or
www.discoveryprograms.com
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT!!!
February 14, 2009
6:45PM-9:45PM*
(*Pick-Ups may be made earlier)
Make a date and leave your children at Ansche Chesed! We'll have games and
activities for children that they won't want to miss.
All the money raised from babysitting will be donated.
Check your email for more information on costs!
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Dena Wachtel
Family Educator