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CHECK OUT ALL OUR SCHEDULED EVENTS ON THE S-H July Calendar:

https://shirhayam.org/calendar/

RUACH

SHABBAT MORNING SERVICE: SATURDAY, JULY 29 at 10:00 a.m.

Please join us gathering at Robin and Mike’s home on their beautiful deck for Shabbat morning Service, followed by a Potluck Lunch.

In this Shabbat’s parsha, VaEtchanan (Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11), Moses, gazing into the promised land, reiterates our powerful movement from slavery to freedom, describes how Jews are to live from then on, passes leadership on to Joshua, and restates two of the most significant Jewish prayers which we recite in every service.  A very powerful foundational Torah portion.

Afterward the Parsha discussion, we’ll have kiddush and potluck lunch together.

Questions?:  contact Sharon (206.393.7300 or sharonrutzick@gmail.com

On Saturday, August 12 at 6:30 PM, please join us for a Havdalah Service and Potluck at Carol Shakow’s home. Meal and Service will be conducted outdoors.

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CULTURAL EVENT

On Saturday, August 12, Carol Shakow will be hosting a Book Discussion of In An Antique Land, by Amitov Ghosh. The book tells the story of a young anthropologist from India who goes to Egypt to investigate the books and documents in the Geniza of an ancient synagogue in Cairo. (A geniza is the storehouse for sacred books which, according to Orthodox Jewish law, cannot be destroyed). This ancient geniza  contains  many other documents, some of which   reveal the life of  a 12th century member of the community. In addition, the anthropologist tells the often humorous story of his life in the village as he is doing this work.  This story dovetails with our earlier reads about Egyptian Jewry.

The discussion will begin at 5:00 PM. Stay for the Havdalah dinner and service, immediately following the Book Discussion.

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SUMMER GATHERING:

Shir Hayam’s Community Gathering to eat, drink and be schmoozy in our lovely summer time will be on Sunday, July 23 from 10:30-12:30’ish at the home of Dick and Linda Golden. Brunch provided. 

Please RSVP to Jill Onewein at: freshair827@yahoo.com

If you can, please carpool due to limited parking, and do bring a camping-style chair for seating.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Mazel Tov to Molly and Mario on the purchase of their new home in Poulsbo – between the two of you and so many of the renovations made at Cay’s, we know it will become a wondrous home, expressive of your new lives together.  What a great step after your joyous wedding last summer!

Chavurah Past:

Mazel Tov this month to Wendy Marshall and Tom Juhasz on the marriage of their oldest son, Jeff, in Rhode Island. Mazel Tov to Laurance Price and family on the Bat Mitzvah of his youngest daughter, Lily.  How time has flown!

To Julie Rosenblatt, David Kotz, Mira and Bayla, our deep condolences on the recent loss of Julie’s beloved mother Arlene, who spent many High Holidays, Shabbats, and celebrations with our chavurah.  May all memories of Arlene be a blessing.

And Welcome home, Cay!  After a sojourn of many long months in Florida, assisting flood victims through FEMA, Cay has decided to return to Boeing and do work similar to her previous job there.  We and your beautiful garden are glad to have you back!

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MEMBERSHIP TIME

The Shir Hayam fiscal year starts on July 1^st so it is time once again to fill out and send in your membership form. You can download it here:

https://shirhayam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/SH-Membership-Form-23-24.pdf

 Shir Hayam dues are always voluntary and confidential.  All that is required for membership is a signed membership form. No stigma attaches to any household making the decision to contribute less than the suggested dues amount in any given year. Voluntary dues paid by members are important: they enable our events, support our presence, outreach, and practice of Tikkun Olam in the greater community and maintain our financial health as an organization. You can mail your form to Chavurat Shir Hayam, P.O. Box 11142, Bainbridge Island, WA  98110 or fill it in, scan it and email it to us at membership@shirhayam.org. Payment can be made via check or by Paypal using the payments@shirhayam.org address.