by Sylvia Krakauer | May 27, 2026 | From the Rabbi
Dear B’nai Shalom members, friends, and families: Now that Shavuot and the Counting of the Omer are both completed, and hopefully, the former was enjoyed by everyone, we have a period of time on the Jewish calendar that is somewhat like the time after the celebration...
by Sylvia Krakauer | Apr 28, 2026 | From the Rabbi
Dear B’nai Shalom members, friends, and families: Even as you are reading this synagogue bulletin, we will be in the midst of “Counting the Omer”—counting the days and weeks between the festive holidays of Passover and Shavuot. Calling the concept “Counting the...
by Sylvia Krakauer | Mar 2, 2026 | From the Rabbi
Dear B’nai Shalom members, friends, and families: With the holiday of Purim quickly approaching, I share with you the following points and reminders concerning the holiday which I hope will be helpful to everyone in making the celebration of Purim festive and joyful....
by Sylvia Krakauer | Jan 29, 2026 | From the Rabbi
Dear B’nai Shalom members, friends, and families: Robin and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the kindnesses you have shown us during this period of time of great sadness and loss for our family. The meals, contributions, visits, cards, and constant flow...
by Sylvia Krakauer | Dec 3, 2025 | From the Rabbi
Dear B’nai Shalom members, friends, and families: With the next holiday on our Jewish calendar, the festive chag of Chanukah, soon to be upon us, I share with you the following listing of mitzvot, traditions, customs, and rules concerning the holiday. I hope this is...