Shabbat Shalom Thursday, June 3, 2021/23 Sivan 5781
Jews and the Secret Identity of Comic Books Sunday, June 6, 5 pm Paul Levitz, former President and Publisher of famed DC Comics, will discuss the Jewish roots of and influences on the comic book industry and the impact of Jewish social principles on the superhero. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. Register for Zoom link here .
Services
**Please note that most services and events now require registration for Zoom information.**
June 8, 11 am Join our thoughtful and inquisitive group to discuss the weekly parasha on Tuesday mornings. Join Zoom Torah on Tuesday For this week's readings, click on the picture at left or go to Virtual Connections on habonim.net
For a FULL listing of events and services at Habonim this week and beyond, please follow the links in the buttons below.
Please click on the picture to see this week's Yahrzeit observances. May all the mourners be comforted.
Seeking a Volunteer with Graphic Art Skills
Do you have graphic design skills? Professional experience not required. The membership committee is looking for some creative design assistance (nominal time) for an upcoming project. Contact the committee at membership@habonim.net
Urgent Need for Blood Donation
B'nai Jeshurun Emergency Blood Drive Wednesday, June 9, 3-9 pm New York City's blood supply is at a dangerously low level. Congregation B'nai Jeshurun on the Upper West Side is holding an emergency blood drive at 257 West 88th Street. Click here for information. Click here to register.
For more information about the city's blood supply situation, click here . Click here to find additional blood drive locations and dates in your neighborhood.
Sisterhood Shabbat
Save the Date: Sisterhood Shabbat, June 11, 6:30 pm
9th Annual Israel Film Center Festival
June 15-29 Click here for film and ticket information. Discount code for the Habonim community: HABONIM21
Juneteenth Through the Eyes of Jews of Color
Thursday, June 17, 8 pm "Sharing Stories and Perspectives" The Juneteenth holiday commemorates the freedom of the last enslaved people in the South. Register here for Zoom link.
Kabbalat Shabbat with Blessing of Campers
Friday, June 18, 6:30 pm We'll offer a blessing for those heading off to camp this summer. What a gift that will be! Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat at 6:30 pm. Blessing around 7 pm. RSVP HERE by June 10 to share the name of your camper and what camp they'll attend.
New York City Primary Election
The New York City primary election on June 22 is the first time ranked-choice voting will be used. Click here for the UJA guide to the new system and other election resources. Click here for absentee ballot information.
Habonim Happy Hour
Save the date: Tuesday, July 6, 5:30 pm Habonim Happy Hour Hang Out Join us - outdoors! live! in person! Riverside Boulevard and 66th Street - we'll meet at one of the long tables on street level Bring your own food and drink. Contact membership@habonim.net with any questions.
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Congregation Habonim - Building Jewish Community Together RABBI LISA B. GELBER CANTOR BRUCE HALEV MALKIE GROZALSKY, Director of Administration RINA COHEN SCHWARZ, Education Director TINA LOBEL, Nursery School Director RICHARD VERNER, President www.habonim.net
