We recently had a very busy weekend when cantor candidate Steven Walvick and his family spent a few days with us. The turnout at all of our events was outstanding–from Game Night on Thursday, January 31st, through the World Wide Wrap on Sunday, February 3rd. Everyone who attended Game Night had a great evening. It was fun playing a game in shul! The game was not Jewish, but it was nice to see multi-generations of congregants playing together as a team. (Look for an update to follow when the Men’s Club hosts a game night in the spring.) Next up, the Search Committee, Rabbi and Beth joined the Walvick family for a lovely Shabbat dinner, followed by a well-attended Tot Shabbat. We then had a very upbeat Kabbalat Shabbat that was attended by over 90 people.
Our Saturday Shabbat service, which was enjoyed by all, was highlighted by our “Souper” Shabbat. Over 85 congregants participated in celebrating Shabbat together. A very special thank you to our chef’s – Steve Alberti, Beth Silverman, Ilene Glatman, Karen Tyll and Allen Berman. Look for their recipes in the March Bulletin. My family enjoyed all the soups we tried, and our only regret was that we did not get a chance to try them all. YASHER KOACH!!
On Sunday morning, it was time for East Northport’s participation in the national World Wide Wrap, and the Daled and Hay students made their presence felt with a large turnout. Scott Keiser had to run out and get more bagels. Over 50 people got up early on Super Bowl Sunday to attend!
Yasher Koach to you, the congregants of ENJC! Over three hundred people attended the events of that cold winter weekend! We were represented by all age groups, from a newborn to ninety-year-olds. The hamesh shul shined bright! The Search Committee continues to review all candidates that become available and will continue until we have a chazzan signed to a contract!
The next two big ENJC events in March will be the March 1st Shabbat Across America – join us for ice cream, and March 20th will be our Purim celebration. See you all then!