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Tomorrow's Calendar

Founders' Day Shabbat Service

: 7:00pm

Upcoming Programs & Events

Mar

30

5th Grade Bnai Mitzvah Family Experience
Sunday, Mar 30 9:30am

Mar

30

Gates Quest
Sunday, Mar 30 9:30am

Apr

1

Wonders of Judaism
Tuesday, Apr 1 12:00pm

Apr

1

Poetry Class
Tuesday, Apr 1 6:30pm

Apr

2

Shikum HaNefesh
Wednesday, Apr 2 8:00am

Erev Passover

Shabbat, Apr 12

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World Zionist Congress March 10 - May 4, 2025

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Mitzvah of the Month

Join us on a meaningful journey where each month, we focus on a different organization or cause that makes a difference in the world. In "Mitzvah of the Month," we bring Jewish values to life by shining a spotlight on one institution at a time. Each month, we will explore the mission of a selected organization, learn about the impact they have, and actively contribute to their work. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Tzedakah (charitable giving), Gemilut Khasadim (acts of kindness), and the power of community, all while building friendships and growing as leaders.

March 2025 Mitzvahs

Shoe Collection

continues to the end of March

STARS, Schenectady Takes Action for Reading Success- getting books into the homes of children up to 8 years old.

Select books to donate from the

STARS Amazon Wish List (to ship to your home or to CGOH). You may also send funds directly to the Schenectady Co. Public Library to help STARS purchase books or purchase from your local bookstore and bring to the CGOH foyer boxes.

For more information, contact CGOH member Meg Levine at ml1464@gmail.com or Kaela Wallman at kaela.wallman@scpl.org.

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We love learning about organizations or causes to collaborate with for our ongoing Mitzvah of the Month social action projects.

Call the office with your suggestions, or email Tammy at tammy@cgoh.org or Arnie at arotenberg @cgoh.org.

B'nai Mitzvah Projects

Rachel & Ashden Roberts B'Nai Mitzvah Project is to help those affected by the fires in Los Angeles. Please donate in their honor to any of the reputable LA groups in need.

Murray Heck’s Bar Mitzvah Project: Murray is collecting food & personal care items for the Regional Food Bank. Please place food & personal care items in Murray's collection box near the Judaica Shop.

You can donate monetary funds by scanning the QR code below:

Max Valentine's Bar Mitzvah project is to collect donations for the Dake Foundation. A 501c3 not-for-profit corporation through the Stewart's Shops - helps children with disabilities access opportunities unavailable through medical insurance & family budgets. To make a donation in Max's honor go to https://www.dakefoundation.org/

Julia Ziomek’s Bat Mitzvah project is dedicated to supporting children and young adults receiving treatment at the Melodies Care Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Albany Medical Center. She has a box in the foyer to collect donations of fidget toys, coloring books, crayons, arts and crafts supplies, and other engaging toys to provide comfort and entertainment during treatment. These items will be assembled into activity bags and distributed to patients at the Melodies Care Center. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated.

Link for Jill Gilman's Project For Jill's bat mitzvah project, she decided to collect supplies and raise money for the Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of New York (HBDRNY). HBDRNY is not a shelter and does not have a facility, all the dogs live in foster homes in the area. The dogs eat, sleep, and live with their foster family so the family gets to know the dog well, which gives them the opportunity to match families up with the dogs so a home really is forever! The rescue group relies on donations to pay for food and medical bills (including spaying and neutering all the dogs, and vaccinations).

Noah Baxt's Bar Mitzvah project is asking for donations for Linclusion. It is an organization started by a friend of the family from summer camp for kids like her youngest son who is nonverbal and has been diagnosed with autism. Its mission is to provide the opportunity for kids of all abilities to be able to experience the magic of summer camp with the organization’s support. Here is the website for more information https://www.linclusion.org

To donate to Linclusion in honor of Noah use this QR code:

Tessa Lynch’s Bat Mitzvah project is raising money for the non- profit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This organization works with not just Broadway performers and crew but for theater professionals across the country. They work to inform, teach, and help support those living with HIV/AIDS. They also work to support the national theater community whenever there is a disease (COVID) or other medical issue that affects the theater community. This issue is very close to Tessa’s heart, as she’s been involved with our local theater groups, whether it’s performing with DramaKids, doing a summer program with SCT, or with her dance studio.

CGOH SCHOLARSHIPS

Click below or contact Josh at the synagogue office for information on scholarship applications for college students in the 2025-2026 school year and for the 2025 summer camp season. Applications are available now and due by Friday, March 14 OR BY A MUTUALLY AGREED UPON DATE.

Thursday, March 13, 2025 • 13 Adar 5785