Virtual Gatherings: Chanukah, Crafting for Grown-ups and more
12/10/2020 11:46:16 AM
TWO MINUTES OF TORAH
Here's Rabbi Steve's two minute take on this week's Torah portion. Read more about Vayeishev.
TOGETHER WE CAN HELP
We cannot mask the need. From now until December 31st, all repeat donations to Am Shalom's Annual Challenge will be increased by 25%, and all NEW and INCREASED donations will be MATCHED! Donate Now
CELEBRATE CHANUKAH!
We're excited to share our unique menorah this year, which can be found along our Circle Drive. This special menorah has two functions: to spread light throughout the holiday, and to serve as collection bins for a holiday donation drive. Each bin/candle is tied to an item requested by eight partner organizations. The menorah is open for donations! Click here for info on what we're collecting.
SAVE THE DATE: CRAFTING FOR GROWN-UPS
Join us for a virtual candle making workshop! You'll receive a kit with everything you need to create a beautiful and fragrant candle. Grab your beverage of choice and we'll gather via ZOOM to learn how to do it together. Monday, December 21, 7:00pm • $18/kit • Space is limited! Registration is required.
CHANUKAH STORY TIYUL
Maybe you’ve heard Daveed Diggs sing about a puppy for Chanukah! Come by Am Shalom to read the story “A Horse for Hanukkah!” Our story tiyul will be up now through all of the holiday for your walking and reading enjoyment!
JEWISH MUSIC HERITAGE LEARNING SERIES
Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm - Hashkiveinu
The Jewish Music Heritage Learning Series endeavors to study the ever-evolving modes of worship and musical expression within the Jewish prayer experience. ZOOM in with our cantors each month to explore a different prayer from our Shabbat evening liturgy, listen to and discuss various musical settings of the prayer, as well as hear from a guest composer and/or scholar. Join us via ZOOM
VIRTUAL GATHERINGS
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Around Our Table: Feel free to bring your hanukiah for this holiday conversation! |
Thursday, December 10 at 12:00pm | https://amshalom.zoom.us/j/89687441281 |
| "Almost Daily" Minyan and First Night Candle Lighting | Thursday, December 10 at 5:45pm | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87811449240 |
| Shabbat Chanukah Service with musical guests Joanie Leeds & Matt Check | Friday, December 11 at 6:30pm |
Join us via livestream or Facebook |
| Shabbat Morning Service and Torah Study Minyan | Saturday, December 12 at 9:00am |
https://zoom.us/j/84639203716 |
| Havdalah & Candle Lighting with Rabbi Phyllis & the Sommer Family | Saturday, December 12 at 5:45pm | Join us via livestream or Facebook |
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Community Chanukah Celebration Candle lighting, donuts & donation drop-off - a Chanukah drive-thru event! For everyone's safety, we'll stay in our cars for the duration of this event. |
Sunday, December 13 at 4:30pm |
4:30pm We'll be there with donuts and to say hello until 5:30pm |
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Fireworks Look up! We'll be lighting up the sky around Glencoe with a special fireworks display in memory of Sam Sommer. If you're not nearby, you can watch online! |
Sunday, December 13 at 5:45pm | Livestream or Facebook Live |
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Many Candles, One World Produced by the Tony Award winning team of Yael Silver and Carmine Entertainment, the event will feature Chanukah music and traditions from around the world, showcasing acclaimed choirs, cantors, and special celebrity guests. |
Sunday, December 13 at 7:00pm | Register for Link |
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Mobile Menorah: We're bringing the light to our communities! Join us at the Holy Cross parking lot (724 Elder Lane) for candle lighting and donuts For everyone's safety, we'll stay in our cars for the duration of this event. |
Monday, December 14 at 5:45pm |
or tune in via Livestream or Facebook Live |
| Current Events with Rabbi Phyllis |
Tuesday, December 15 at 10:00am | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87975303912 |
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Mobile Menorah: We're bringing the light to our communities! Join us at the Recreation Center parking lot (1207 Park Avenue West) for candle lighting and donuts For everyone's safety, we'll stay in our cars for the duration of this event. |
Tuesday, December 15 at 5:45pm |
or tune in via Livestream or Facebook Live |
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Mobile Menorah: We're bringing the light to our communities! Join us at the Northbrook Court parking lot (east end of the mall - look for the Am Shalom truck and menorah) for candle lighting and donuts For everyone's safety, we'll stay in our cars for the duration of this event. |
Wednesday, December 16 at 5:45pm |
or tune in via Livestream or Facebook Live |
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Light the Candles Together Join Consul General, Aviv Ezra, and Cantors & Performing Artists from Chicagoland & Israel, including Cantor Markowicz, for this Chanukah celebration! |
Thursday, December 17 at 12:00pm | Register for Zoom |
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Mobile Menorah: Join us at the Glencoe Train Station parking lot (724 Green Bay Road) for candle lighting and donuts For everyone's safety, we'll stay in our cars for the duration of this event. |
Thursday, December 17 at 5:45pm |
or tune in via Livestream or Facebook Live |
| Jewish Music Heritage Learning Series | Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm | https://amshalom.zoom.us/j/81089055592 |
*Need help connecting to Am Shalom's Livestream or Zoom calls?
Please contact Alyssa Latala at alatala@amshalom.com or 847.606.5168.
*Would you like a hard copy of Mishkan T'filah Prayer Book or Torah Commentary? Please fill out this form.
You can find a digital Mishkan T'filah prayer book here. It is also on our livestream page, along with a link to this week's yahrzeit list. Click here for the weekly Torah portion. Our complete Zoom and livestream schedule, along with instructions for joining the gatherings, can be found here.
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CREATE A JEWISH LEGACY
What’s your Jewish legacy? Learn more about Am Shalom’s endowment, and the many ways to support our beloved synagogue now and for generations to come. Through the Create a Jewish Legacy program, there are many ways to make a meaningful gift that will provide a steady and potentially growing stream of funding. For more information, please click here and/or contact: Zoe Sherman, Director of Financial Management - 224.805.9400, Randi Brill, Am Shalom President – randi@amshalom.com, or Steve Doblin, Chair, Create a Jewish Legacy Committee and Am Shalom President Elect – steved@amshalom.com.
GOOD & WELFARE NOTICES
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GETTING IN TOUCH
We are here for you. You'll find the cell phone numbers for our staff below. We've also created a non-emergency contact form on our website, if you'd like to reach us that way.
If this crisis has caused you economic hardship, and you'd like to talk about your Am Shalom membership commitment, please contact Zoe Sherman at zoes@amshalom.com or 224-805-9400.
Rabbi Steven Stark Lowenstein - 847-630-6108
Rabbi Phyllis Sommer - 224-619-6807
Rabbi Pam Mandel - 561-886-8186
Cantor Andrea Rae Markowicz - 917-841-8385
Cantor Julie Staple - 317-418-4644
Laura Horn, Director of Operations - 847-772-8822
Alyssa Latala, Director of Engagement - 847-606-5168
Zoe Sherman, Director of Financial Management - 224-805-9400
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