Thursday, March 21, 2013
Here, a list of resources, events and services in honor of Passover.
It’s almost time to break out the matzo. Passover arrives on March 25 this year, when Jews across the world will come together to retell the Exodus story over four cups of wine (or grape juice for those who can't indulge), and of course, a large, festive feast. Passover Traditions As the story goes, during their flight from slavery, the Jews did not have enough time for their dough to rise, resulting in a flaky cracker that is eaten instead of bread for a full week during Passover. The diet changes go beyond bread, however, and depend on family tradition. As a general rule, just look for the “Kosher for Passover” label, which thankfully spreads to more products year after year. Prior to the holiday, Jews clean their homes and get rid of …
Friday, December 7, 2012
Celebrate the Festival of Lights near Sewickley with fun events and delicious recipes.
This year, Hanukkah begins on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 8, and ends a week later on Sunday, Dec. 16. According to Chabad.org, Hanukkah starts on the Hebrew calendar date of 25 Kislev and lasts for eight days. For those of us who aren't attuned to the Jewish calendar, that translates to sundown on Saturday, Dec. 8. Here's a look at some of the events happening near Sewickley: Check the event calendar for details on services and other activities. For additional events happening around the Pittsburgh area, check out the community calendar on jfedpgh.org Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the story of the Maccabean Revolt against Syrian rulers in present day Israel 2,300 years ago. The Maccabees wanted to …
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Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Find out where and how to observe the Jewish holiday in the community.
Yom Kippur is, in short, the holiest day of the year in Jewish religion and culture. It is also referred to as the “Day of Atonement,” and the tradition is to solemnly fast for repentance and atonement of sins. Yom Kippur marks the end of the annual High Holy Day period (Sept. 16 to Sept. 26 in 2012), which begins with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. On Sept. 25, observation will begin at sunset. Holiday observances will be taking place throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area, including Beth Samuel Jewish Center in Ambridge. The Kol Nidre service in the sanctuary at Beth Samuel is from 7:30 to 9 p.m. tonight, Sept. 25. Yom Kippur morning services are from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26; the children's program and services are …
Friday, September 14, 2012
Make this holiday special with these traditional recipes and share some of your favorites.
This Sunday, as the day draws to a close, the Jewish community will ring in year 5773 as part of their celebration of Rosh Hashanah, or the Jewish New Year. The festivities will continue until nightfall on Tuesday, Sept. 18. Although there are no synagogues or Jewish centers in Sewickley, worshippers can find services throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area. At Beth-Samuel Jewish Center in Ambridge, the Erev Rosh Hashanah service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16. First Day Rosh Hashanah is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 17. Second Day Rosh Hashanah is 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18. Children's activities will be available beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 17, with service starting at 10:30 a.m. until the end of the adult …
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Saturday, December 17, 2011
The Beth Samuel Jewish Center will host its Annual Latke Fest on Sunday.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011
Hanukkah, also known as the festival of lights, begins at sunset Tuesday, Dec. 20 and continues through sunset Wednesday, Dec. 28. The holiday marks the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem after the 200 B.C.E. Maccabean revolt against the Greeks, who had banned Jewish practices. The Maccabees were said to have discovered a seven-armed candelabra inside the temple and kept it alight for eight days with only one day's supply of oil. To mark the miracle during each night of Hanukkah, the Jewish faithful light one candle on the menorah—a ninth candle is used to light the others—and make foods prepared in oil, such as doughnuts and latkes. To celebrate, the Beth Samuel Jewish Center in nearby Ambridge will host its Annual Latke …
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Monday, November 7, 2011
A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Nov. 20 in Beth Samuel Jewish Center, 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.
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Monday, November 7, 2011
Cecyl M. Thaw, 90, of Sewickley, Pa., passed away peacefully on November 5, 2011. Born in Beaver Falls to Barnett and Rose Marcus, Cecyl was the oldest of the four children: the late Beatrice (Petty Schwartz), Jeannie (Winston) and A. Richard Marcus. Later moving to Squirrel Hill, she attended Taylor Allderdice High School and Carnegie Tech (Mellon) andUniversity of Pittsburgh. She met and married her beloved Murray in 1946; they were partners in life and now, forever and a day. Residing in Sewickley for nearly 60 years, together they raised two children - Deborah (Milt) Valera and Robert (Barbara Cooley Thaw). In her 67th year, she became a proud and doting Nana initially to Rachel and then, a few years later, Marcus. Along with …
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
The High Holy Days begin by observing the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve.
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
The Jewish New Year begins at sundown Wednesday as the two-day holiday known as Rosh Hashanah calls people to pray, repent and be charitable. Although there are no synagogues or Jewish centers in Sewickley, worshippers may easily find services throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area. At Beth-Samuel Jewish Center in Ambridge, the Erev Rosh Hashanah service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. A Rosh Hashanah for Children service is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Thursday. For Thursday and Friday, Rosh Hashanah services will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. The synagogue is located at 810 Kennedy Dr, Ambridge. Temple Ohav Shalom in nearby Allison Park also is collecting food for the North Hills Community Outreach food pantry during the High Holidays. The…
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Nettie Jane
10:12 am on Friday, September 30, 2011
May all those that celebrate and honor this holiday be inscribed in the book of life and find only sweetness in the days to come. L'Shana Tova!!! more ›