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07 November 2014 – 14 Cheshvan
NEWSLETTER NO. 33/14
MESSAGE FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ROSH YESHIVA
DARKENU PARSHAT VAYEIRA
“DARKENU” – The Yeshiva Way!
“LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT MY GRANDCHILDREN!!!”
Over the millennia there have been many causes for which Jews have tragically become martyrs – giving
up their lives to sanctify the name of Hashem. R’Chaim of Volozhin explains that we ‘inherited’ the
strength to give up life itself because our father Avraham did so first.
“Ma’aseh Avos Siman L’Banim” – this principle teaches that everything that the Avot experienced, will
happen to their children. R’Chaim thus explains that not only are the events of the parents an historical
blueprint for the children, but also a personality blueprint.
Thus, throughout the centuries, settling in the land of Israel demanded much courage and hardship and
actual danger – yet the Jews did so in their thousands. We found that courage in our father Avraham who
blazed the trail and paved the way for all of us.
Yitchak’s role in the Akeida was greater than Avraham’s own role in a number of ways; one outstanding
example of this was the fact that Avraham received his commandment to sacrifice his son directly from G-d
Himself. Yitzchak, on the other hand, received his instruction from his father, verily the ‘sage’ of his day.
This bequeathed to his progeny the outstanding ability of Emunas Chachamim – to trust the ‘Wise Ones” –
even in the face of the apparent illogical reasoning and certainly where it flies in the face of conventional
wisdom. (Chasam Sofer).
We look to our father Avraham and father Yitzchak, not just as national patriarchs, but as luminaries of
parenting and Chinuch. Indeed it almost seems that they gave birth to this great nation – not only because
of their personal greatness, but because of their greatness as Avos – parents.
We try to affect the lives of our children and grandchildren in every way possible. Mostly we can impact
the quality of their lives by raising the bar, by our own ‘mesirus nefesh’ – being people who seek not the
comfortable, but rather who seek meaning, inspiration and truth, and constantly seeking to move beyond
the comfort zone in that holy search.
Good Shabbos
Rabbi Avraham Tanzer
Rosh Yeshiva
Dads, For An Inspiring Uplifting
Tefillah.
Please join our Davening each
morning
Mesivta 06:45
Tichon 07:30
A L L W E L C O M E.
SHABBAT TIMES
Candle Lighting: 6.10
Shabbat ends:
7.02
CONTENTS
MESSAGE FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ROSH YESHIVA
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MISSION STATEMENT OF YESHIVA COLLEGE
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MENAHEL'S MICHTAV
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MENAHELET'S MEMO
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COUNSELLORS' CORNER
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Y C SPORTS BUZZ
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YESHIVA COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
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YESHIVA COLLEGE PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL (Includes Playschool)
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ADVERTISING AND CLASSIFIEDS
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CLASSIFIEDS
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MISSION STATEMENT OF YESHIVA COLLEGE
To create a nurturing environment in which the Yeshiva partners with parents to provide excellence in
Torah Chinuch (education) and General Studies, in order to prepare children for life and its responsibilities
as Torah Jews, with values in line with the core values of our school.
CORE VALUES OF YESHIVA COLLEGE
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Ahavat Hashem – nurturing a meaningful relationship with Hashem.
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Commitment to Halacha – striving to live according to Torah values.
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Talmud Torah – pursuit of Torah learning.
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Derech Eretz – approaching all endeavours with responsibility and integrity.
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Gemillut Chassadim – respect, sensitivity, tolerance and concern for individuals and
community. A social responsibility towards society.
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Love of Eretz Yisrael (Land of Israel) and appreciation of the State of Israel.
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MENAHEL’S MICHTAV
So much happening this week – will have to capture the essence in photos…
Kfar farewell “lunch”: Grade 11 Kfar graduates shared their sagely wisdom with Grade 10’s about to leave
– especially how to eat gar’inim the quickest!
Our MD bids the Kfarnicks farewell at airport
Mifkad – looking forward to hearing amazing
things!!!
Our Rav Shaliach shared some inspirational
words with the group as well… and followed
up with more inspiration as a guest
appearance for Grade 8…
… followed by a trick or two how to play cricket!
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Rumour has it the Menahel died his eyebrows pink – hmmm – who was
the “bad” influence???
Ribbons and pink hair all for a wonderful cause!
Aish HaTorah as part of their annual brought out Ari Schonbrun as their guest speaker for their Gala
Dinner. Ari was on the 78th floor of the World Trade Center on November 11 when the first plane flew into
the Twin Towers and was miraculously saved. We’re looking forward to him addressing our Grades 7, 8 &
9 on Friday. Still with Aish HaTorah, our Grade 11 students were privileged to hear a shiur by Rav
Tilatowsky. We thank Aish for these amazing shiurim and wish them huge success in continuing to ignite
the fire of Yiddishkeit!!!
Match of the week: much eager anticipation, excitement and preparation went into welcoming the Selwyn
Eagles to our campus for a legendary match. Bumper issue next week PG. Huge shkoyach to Grade 7 for
their efforts preparing, welcoming & supporting!!!
Some “photo-less” events to end with: Shkoyach to Grade 7 for their Siyum on Massechet Brachot
Mishnayot!!! Behatzlachah to Grade 11’s who join the Matrics writing exams!
Shabbat Sha-lom,
Ilan Raanan
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YESHIVA COLLEGE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
BIBLE QUIZ 2015/5775
SYLLABUS FOR SECOND ROUND
SEFER
CHAPTERS
AMOUNT OF
CHAPTERS
BEREISHIT
12 - 16
5
YEHOSHUA
14, 22 - 24
4
SHMUEL ALEF
ENTIRE SEFER
31
TOTAL
40
PROPOSED TIMELINE GOING FORWARD
DATE
5 November 2014
19 January 2015
20 January 2015
23 February 2015
24 February 2015
EVENT
Second Round Syllabus handed out
Second Round Test
Third Round Syllabus handed out
Third Round Test
Final Round Syllabus handed out
!!!‫בהצלחה‬
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YESHIVA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
Menahelet’s Memo
Dear Parents!
Last week I was away on study leave and it’s great to be back at school again! I want to thank Morah
Tammy for stepping up and leading the Girls school in my absence.
(Although in truth we all know that the REAL boss is actually Devorah…)
This past weekend, the Grade 9’s were treated to a fantastic Shabbaton.
We spent Shabbat together in Aghterberg. I really enjoyed seeing all
the students in a more informal and relaxed setting! I hope the girls
were not too traumatised with my ball catching skills (or lack thereof…)
Thank you to Gilad, Kidwell and our awesome Yidden for all your hard
work!
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The school is definitely quieter now that our Grade 10’s have left
for Kfar. We wish them all Hatzlacha Rabba and hope that they
learn, grow and come back soon to inspire the rest of us. With
both our grade 10’s and matrics gone, the school felt so empty
that we had the Grade 9’s and Grade 8’s come down from the
upper level to join the rest of the school.
n Tuesday the Grade 8’s visited the Old-Age Home. They sang and danced for the ladies and did arts and
crafts activities with them. As I have said before, I am so proud of the wonderful Chessed that our
students do on so many levels.
Happy Birthday to Chenli Amoils in Grade 7!
Wishing you all a wonderful Shabbos!
CHANA MEIRA KATZ
Menahelet
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COUNSELLORS’ CORNER
10 THINGS A MOM OR DAD SHOULD TELL THEIR KIDS EVERY DAY.
1.
I love you
Your child will face competition and criticism every day. It’s nice for her to know there’s
someone in her corner. Along with the successes there will be failures. Your child needs to
know there is someone out there who loves her no matter what.
2.
Eat something healthy
From schoolwork, to sports, to the playground, your child is going to burn a lot of calories. It’s
tough to face the day without some good and healthy fuel. Poor eating habits will lead to a
lack of energy, poor concentration and can contribute to some serious health problems. So,
care enough to say no to junk. Don’t just say it, set a good example by eating your
vegetables, too.
3.
Good job
Don’t you love it when your boss tells you how much you’re valued? So do your kids. When
you’re the mom/dad, you’re the boss. Take some time to recognize your kids for the things
they do well.
4.
Be nice
So many of the world’s problems would magically disappear if everyone followed the golden
rule. Teach your children to be selfless. Teach them to give a helping hand to those in need.
Teach them to control their anger and frustrations. Tell them to smile. Tell them to, “Be nice.”
5.
Good idea
Parents don’t have a corner on the market when it comes to good ideas. Listen to your kids
and you’ll be surprised at the great solutions they can come up with. When your child has a
good idea, encourage it. The positive reinforcement will encourage him to be creative and
share more good ideas in the future.
6.
Get to work
Teach your kids to work hard, and they’ll have a step up on many of their peers. Behind every
success story you’ll find a lot of hard work. You want to prepare your kids for life without you.
To get out of your basement, they actually need to know how to do things for themselves.
They’ll need some kind of vocational training and the ability to consistently show up for a job.
All of this requires some work.
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7.
You’re so funny
Kids like to know they bring joy to your life. Your child likes to see your face light up when
you talk to him. So, laugh at all the jokes — even the dumb ones. Let your child know he’s a
bright spot in your day.
8.
How about a hug?
Never underestimate the importance of physical contact. Give your kids a hug every day.
Hug your child when she’s had a hard day and needs one, or just because. Also, ask for a
hug when you need one. She’ll feel good knowing she can do something to help you have a
better day.
9.
Don’t forget ..
your lunch, your homework, to be kind, where you’ve come from, where you want to go in
life and that I love you.
10.
Be yourself
With all their friends, teachers and the media trying to mold your kids into a certain image,
give your kids permission to be themselves. He doesn’t have to wear a certain kind of shoes.
She doesn’t have to wear her hair a certain way. She can dislike any subject in school she
wants, and he can pick all the toppings off his pizza. Tell your child, “You’re no stranger than
anyone else and you’re great just the way you are.”
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Y C SPORTS BUZZ
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YESHIVA COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
PRINCIPAL
As you know, parents are expected to participate in the protection of our children at school. By doing CSO duty
you help contribute to achieving a high level of protection for our children at school. All that is expected of you is
to keep your eyes and ears open, and to be aware of anything suspicious. Your attendance and punctuality is
vital.
Please report for security duty on the day allocated at 7.10 am at the main entrance, Long Ave. Duty ends 7.45
am.
If you are unable to do the allocated shift, it is your responsibility to swap your shift with another parent. Please
inform Mark Finkelstein on (082 808 8632) of the change or contact him should you have any queries.
10 – 14 November 2014 - 7.10 am
Monday
10.11.14
Names
Tuesday
11.11.14
Names
Wednesday
12.11.14
Names
Thursday
13.11.14
Name
Friday
14.11.14
Names
Behr, Rachel
Dembo, Cayla
Freeman, Liora
Greenstein, Amira
Hurwitz, Julia
Kahn, Adina
Joffe, Aaron
Kahn, Rachel
Mallah, Sivan
Labe, Jesse
Lapiner, Sara
Noya, Schleider
Melchior, Yotam
Moritz, Aaron
Rabinowitz, Ilan
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PLEASE CALL BEFOREHAND TO
ARRANGE A TIME
Contact Melanie: 011 440-1906/082 462-7713
PRICE LIST
Jersey
Girl’s Skirt
Girl’s Shirt
White Shirt (with or without badge)
Sport Skirt
Sport Shirt
Sport Shorts
Sport Caps (with Yeshiva logo)
Swimming Costumes
Tzitzit (not pasul)
Raincoat
Thick Rain Jacket
Grey Pants
Shoes
Blazers
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10.00
15.00
10.00
10.00
10.00
5.00
10.00
5.00
10.00
10.00
15.00
10.00
10.00
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YESHIVA COLLEGE PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL
PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents
We have had a wonderful week, made all the more exciting by some lovely additions.
The first was the delivery to the Nursery School garden of
the eagerly awaited Playdome. Colourful and unusual, it
allows for the children to climb up, over and down as well as
inviting them to crawl underneath it through various
entrances. It is providing many hours of musclestrengthening fun and exploration.
It also transformed amazingly into Avraham's tent and, in the
future, will be the perfect Har Sinai!
This amazing addition to the garden was made possible through the generosity of parents and I thank
them for partnering with us in our vision of providing our children with an exciting and innovative school
experience.
1.
The Grade R garden is slowly, but
surely, taking shape with the planting
and blooming of gorgeously coloured
flowers and interesting greenery. To
add to the garden's appeal, irresistible
animal characters, made from wire,
can be seen in the various
beds. Taking pride of place is a
multicoloured giraffe sporting a pair of
funky sunglasses!
We have also started to lay astroturf in certain areas of the Grade R garden and the lush green covering is
a very welcome and needed addition.
I thank one parent in particular, who wishes to remain anonymous, for her incredible energy in
spearheading and contributing towards these initiatives.
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YESHIVA COLLEGE PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL (cont).
PRINCIPAL
While our Playschool had their makeover last term, our youngest learners have brought their special brand
of enthusiasm into the Nursery School with their weekly visits to the school. The visits, which started last
week, allow the children to familiarise themselves with their environment for the following year. There has
been so much delight at the meeting of siblings, cousins and friends!
PHOTOGRAPHS
We would like to complete the purchasing of photographs by next week
Wednesday.
If you would like to purchase your child's photograph, please remit payment to
your child's teacher as soon as possible.
If you have decided not to take the photograph, please inform the teacher.
MAIDS' DAY
Our annual Maids' Day is fast approaching. Letters and pamphlets advertising the day were sent out this
week. Bookings need to made, with Lisa, in advance as no tickets will be sold at the door. Guest
speakers, a cooking demo, goodie bags, prizes and more will all make for a wonderful day for these
special ladies who play such an important part in our and, certainly, our children's lives.
GRADE R: 2015: STATIONERY/UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
All parents in the 5s unit (Middle Group) must please ensure they received the letter detailing the
stationery and uniform requirements for Grade R for 2015.
Have a lovely weekend!
SHABBAT SHALOM.
Ruth KIrkel
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YESHIVA COLLEGE PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL (cont).
PRINCIPAL
Please take note of the security duties for the week commencing 10.11.2014. Your attendance and punctuality is vital.
If you are unable to do your allocated shift, it is your responsibility to swap your shift with another parent. Please inform
Mark Finkelstein on 082 808-8632 of the change, or contact him should you have any queries.
PLAYSCHOOL SECURITY ROSTER
DATE
MORNING SHIFT
07h45 – 08h30
Monday 10 November
Gadi Tomson
Tuesday 11 November
Alon Topol
Wednesday 12 November
Eitan Zagey
Thursday 13 November
Aaron Bricker
Friday 14 November
Liron Cohen
PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL SECURITY DUTIES
DATE
MORNING SHIFT
07h45 – 08h30
AFTERNOON SHIFT
12h20 – 13h00
Daniella Simon
Yehudah Bernstein
Benjamin Waksman
Ella Crouse
Yaira Wainer
Nava Levy
Gavriel Zimbler
Asher Marks
Benjamin Falk
Leah Morris
Jonah Hoffmann
Dalya Lewis
Ari Kantor
Gadiel Sosnovik
Ariella Leslie
Dalya Swartz
Aaron Rabin
Zahava Toys
Talia Smookler
Noa Cohen
Monday 10 November
Tuesday 11 November
Wednesday 12 November
Thursday 13 November
Friday 14 November
* On a Friday the Afternoon Shift begins at 12h00 and ends at 12h30
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FEED A GUARD
1.
The Feed a Guard programme has been functioning for six years now thanks to the participation members of the
Yeshiva campus (shuls and schools). The security guards who look after our campus throughout the night while we
are snuggled in our warm cosy beds are deeply grateful for the hot meal they received nightly.
I am now looking for volunteers to assist us with continuing this project for next year.
Can you make supper for 3 security
guards one night every second month?
If you can please email me so I can include you on the roster.
If you are not going away at the end of
the year, can you help do a meal while
most of our volunteers are away?
Many thanks
WENDY KAHN wendy@sajbd.org .
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ADVERTISING AND CLASSIFIEDS
FOR NEWSLETTER ADVERTISEMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT SHIRLEY SAACKS AT
YESHIVA COLLEGE. TELEPHONE NUMBER: (011) 640-3111 - OR EMAIL SHIRLEY AT:
shirley@yeshivacollege.co.za.
THE NEWSLETTER IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE
IN HARD COPY (limited amounts) EVERY FRIDAY DURING TERM TIME.
THE D E A D L I N E FOR INSERTIONS AND ADS IS 4 P M ON
T U E S D A Y S.
THE COST IS AS FOLLOWS:
Classified Ad = R100
½ Page = R200, Full page = R320
N.B. IF THERE IS NO PAYMENT IN ADVANCE -- THERE WILL
BE NO ADVERT
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Happiness is a habit. Cultivate it! (Elbert Hubbard
1.
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STUDIO EXHIBITION
Janet Pollack Art Studio welcomes you Sunday 9
November 2014.
Join us for a snack from 11 am to 1 pm. 12 Otto Street,
Illovo.
(All donations will be given to CHOC (Children’s
Haematology and Oncology Clinic)
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BABY, TODDLER, KIDS AND MOMMY STORE OPEN
FAIRMOUNT (behind Genesis centre)
Call Toni - 084 604 1994 or email – toni@limekidz.com
“Just what the neighbourhood needs”
Clothes from birth to 12 years old, boys and girls
Educational toys and games
Class gifts
Books
Nursery Décor
Furniture
Gift Hampers
Personalised gifts
Banana Brushes – teethers,
Sunhats, umbrellas, rain ponchos
Stockists of:
Precioux clothing
Aden & Anais
Havaianas
Sophie
Carters
Melissa and Doug
Djeco
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CLASSIFIEDS
A member of the Jewish Community needs a kidney transplant.
Blood Group O
If you would consider this great mitzvah of donating a kidney
Please contact: Dr Robert Odes
Email: drrodes@gmail.com
Or: sms 082 391-5062
BOOK COVERING SERVICE
I will take the hassle out of covering your children's school
books for next year. Contact 082 775-8900
STUDIO EXHIBITION
Janet Pollack Art Studio welcomes you Sunday 9 November 2014.
Join us for a snack from 11 am to 1 pm. 12 Otto Street, Illovo.
(All donations will be given to CHOC (Children’s Haematology and Oncology
Clinic)
Qualified PA looking for employment. Has many years of experience as a
Doctor’s receptionist and school administration. Excellent typing skills.
Happy to do secretarial work too. Available to commence work immediately.
Please contact Paula on 082-707
8615
SEEKING DOMESTIC WORK
My name is Thembi Shezi. I am a 32 year old female seeking domestic work. I am very
honest and hard-working. My contact number is: 076 906-5366.
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SEEKING DOMESTIC WORK.
My name is Norah Masemola. I am in my fifties and am seeking employment as
a domestic worker. I have had five years’ experience and know kashrut cooking.
I would like a sleep-in position. My phone number is: 072 954-0343.
Reference: Nicole Huppert: 082 565-9150.
SEEKING DOMESTIC WORK.
My name is ESTHER NGWENYA. I am in my forties and am seeking domestic
employment. I would like a sleep-in job. For contact details please contact:
083 305-3900 Or : 082 444-8755
SEEKING DOMESTIC WORK
I am a Zimbabwean smart lady aged 25 years. My name is OTTILIA. I am
seeking employment as a housekeeper and babysitter. I have four years’
experience. Kindly contact me on: 071 814-7261 if you would like to interview
me. I am also a fast learner. Thank you!::
For a reference please contact: AMANDA DANKIE on: 073 950-6295
SEEKING DOMESTIC WORK
My name is SEMUKIWE MOYO. I am 28 years old and am seeking employment
as a domestic worker. I have experience in cleaning, washing, ironing and childminding. My cell no. is: 060 344-8032.
For a reference kindly contact: ERICA HOCH on (011) 882-8085.
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GLENHAZEL MIKVEH
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING:
Keilim Mikveh:
Keilim Mikveh times – in order to protect the privacy of women using
the main Mikveh, please observe that the open times are strictly from
8:30 am – 5:00 pm. To ensure that vessels are toivelled in the proper
manner, please remove all stickers before immersing .
Ladies Tvilah Times
Please note that the Mikveh is open from ½ hour before tvilah time
and closes 1½ hours thereafter. If you intend to prepare at the
Mikveh, come at least ½ hour before closing time. If you are running
late, call the Mikveh on 011 485-1555 and the attendant will gladly wait
for you.
Enquiries and Bookings:
Please book appointments for Friday evenings and
Yom Tov (preferably 2 days in advance)
Contact GLYNNIS SKLAR on 082 926-0965.
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YESHIVA COLLEGE SHUL
Include your Shul in celebrating your s’machot.
Sponsor a Kiddush
Sponsor the Newsletter
Phone Beverley on (011) 640 3111 if you have an engagement, wedding, birthday,
family birth, Barmitzvah or anything else worthy of a le’chaim.
Do we really need an excuse for a party!!
WEEKLY SHIURIM BY RABBI TANZER
Gemara Shiur
Masechet Megilla
Every Tuesday
Parsha of the Week
Shabbat morning
11.15
________________
Pirkei Avot
Every Thursday
(Ladies only)
10:30
19:30
Main Shul
Sunday Morning
FOOD FOR BODY
AND SOUL
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