look back to go forward
07/07/2020 09:55:03 AM
We have just marked the 244th anniversary of independence for the United States. At this time soul searching might be in order.
The following books are available at the Jacobs Library or most public libraries.
NONFICTION
Brian The elected and the chosen: why...Read more...
a special month to celebrate us
05/14/2020 11:03:09 AM
By proclamation, May is Jewish American Heritage Month. While it does not get the attention that Black History Month or Hispanic Heritage Month gets, we can make it important in our lives.
It is amazing how many programs are available while we...Read more...
#OHEBCONNECT: OLIVE OIL CHOCOLATE CAKE
05/13/2020 11:00:30 AM
dvar torah - 5/9/20
05/08/2020 10:56:02 AM
#OhebConnect: Genius Cookies
05/07/2020 10:56:54 AM
quick to make, good to eat
05/06/2020 12:34:14 PM
During these trying days, some of us have more time on our hands for kitchen duties; while others, challenged by new ways of working, have less.
But we all have to feed ourselves and our families, and, in times of stress, food seems to become...Read more...
dvar torah - 5/2/20
04/30/2020 05:33:56 PM
libraries save lives
04/23/2020 02:42:51 PM
"When in doubt, go to the library."
—Ron Weasley in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling
It's National Library Week and this year’s theme is “Find your place at the library.” While library buildings are closed, many...Read more...
shabbat shalom from rabbi cooper
04/23/2020 02:10:15 PM
Passover: From soup to...
04/07/2020 01:08:53 PM
Hi, all,
You know me as the Oheb Shalom librarian. But, I also wear a chef’s hat at my synagogue where I am in charge of our weekly kiddush lunches and write an eclectic food/recipe column.
I hope you enjoy these recipes and future ones, too.
Passover is just around the corner. This year, of course, the question of “why is this night different from all other...Read more...
Passover 5780
03/30/2020 03:07:13 PM
Dear Friends,
Ma Nishtana Ha-Laila Ha-Zeh Mi Kol Ha-Leilot… How is this night different from all other nights?
This year, that question has an obvious answer. The outbreak of a lethal virus, which requires us to be physically distant from one another to stop its spread and save lives, means this Passover will be different from any we have celebrated in the past. Let us accept the challenge...Read more...
checking in...
03/27/2020 12:12:53 PM
Dear Oheb Family:
Greetings from my home office in West Orange. Wherever you are, I am sending you good health, patience, resilience, and hope.
Oheb will remain closed until the shelter-in-place order issued by Governor Murphy has been deemed safe to lift. In the meantime, let's all do our part to keep ourselves safe.
Reminder: if you are willing to help make phone calls to vulnerable congregants or shop for...Read more...
Passover in the age of zoom
03/26/2020 10:40:37 AM
Being cooped up at home can either be a curse or a blessing. I do miss my routine which gives purpose and markers to my days. However, the extra unscheduled times has allowed me to catch up on reading (I recommend The Convert by Hermans), organize my Rolodex (I can’t give it up), and think about cleaning the closets. More importantly, it has given me the opportunity to participate in some thoughtful webinars and online...Read more...
Zeman At Home - 3/25
03/25/2020 07:33:59 PM
Dear Parents,
What a week it has been! Since introducing Zeman @ Home last week our teachers have held 54 small group classes over a medium that some had never used until this began. I want to take a moment to applaud how quickly they have adapted and recognize them for their dedication and hard work!
We have learned a lot about the best way to approach Zoom classes (as I'm sure all of you have!) and we will only be...Read more...
welcome to zoominyan
03/25/2020 05:37:37 PM
Dear Oheb Shalom Family,
We are living through a challenging and uncertain time. Many of you have told me that communal prayer feels more necessary now than ever before.
While we are following guidelines for social distancing and isolating at home, we still want to see one another. Sharing a minyan service on ZOOM, an online video platform, will...Read more...
songs for kids!
03/25/2020 12:12:30 PM
I've recorded a few videos with songs for kids. I hope you enjoy them!
Shabbat is Here
When Israel was in Egypt Land
Pesach Songs: Bang Bang Bang and Frog Song
Dayenu
Ma Nishtana - The Four Questions
Read more...daily dose of spirituality - 3/25
03/25/2020 12:11:13 PM
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Read more...daily dose of spirituality - 3/24
03/24/2020 11:52:49 AM
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Read more...Daily dose of spirituality - 3/23
03/23/2020 11:51:04 AM
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Read more...Daily dose of spirituality - 3/22
03/22/2020 11:49:14 AM
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Read more...Havdalah - 3/21
03/21/2020 11:47:00 PM
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Read more...KABBALAT SHABBAT LIVE - 3/20
03/20/2020 06:05:17 PM
Did you miss tonight's KABBALAT SHABBAT LIVE on YouTube?
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Read more...story time live!
03/19/2020 11:10:05 AM
Books are an important part of our kids’ school—and hopefully home—lives. What do we do when we’ve read all the books in our houses a thousand and one times, don’t...Read more...
daily dose of spirituality: Thurs. 3/19
03/19/2020 11:03:58 AM
Did you miss today's Daily Dose of Spirituality on YouTube? Watch it here -->
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Read more...zeman @ home
03/18/2020 07:26:15 PM
Dear Parents,
I hope this email finds you and yours well—both physically, emotionally, and mentally. Please know that if you need anything, even a listening ear, I am here as is your Oheb Shalom clergy.
I am happy to introduce Zeman @ Home! (Naming credit to Beth Hendler!)
The entire Zeman staff will be thinking of creative ways to engage your children over the next few weeks. Here's what we have so...Read more...
Don't Worry . . . We've got you
03/18/2020 05:59:51 PM
Dear Oheb Family,
Hope everyone is able to safely remain home and doing their part to stay healthy and to "flatten the curve." While Oheb activity has changed in venue (becoming "virtual"), our office operations continue.
If you call Oheb Shalom, someone will answer your call (although you may need to leave a message—but we will call you back!) If you email the staff, we will reply as usual Our emails will not only...Read more...stay connected to oheb and each other
03/17/2020 05:06:08 PM
Let's look out for each other.
Dear Oheb Shalom Family,
The closing of our building and suspension of our religious services and programs need not prevent us from connecting with each other. Here’s how we can come together as a community:
A Daily Dose of...Read more...
Important Update on COVID-19 Response for the Entire Oheb Shalom Community
03/13/2020 02:29:05 PM
Dear Oheb Community:
Earlier today the Executive Committee decided, out of an abundance of caution and a desire to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, to close the building for the next fourteen days.
Effective today at 5:00 PM, Oheb Shalom will be closed until March 28, 2020. During the next two weeks, the officers and senior staff...Read more...
important: oheb shalom coronavirus update
03/12/2020 12:40:47 PM
Dear Oheb Community:
We hope this email finds you and your loved ones safe as the Coronavirus has officially been categorized as a global pandemic.
We write this with heavy hearts, knowing that Oheb Shalom is both a spiritual and social home for so many. But your safety, and the safety of others, is our first priority.
Please be advised that all March programming has been suspended as of...Read more...
concerned about coronavirus?
03/09/2020 12:40:08 PM
We continue to stay in touch with the NJ Department of Health as well as the CDC guidelines. Our building continues to be rigorously cleaned and disinfected.
Please do your part by following the steps below:
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