Friday, December 30, 2005

Kosher foods

Is anyone interested in placing an order for kosher venison? That's right, Bambi is OK or should I say " 'K with the Rabbis".

I happen to like the taste of Venison. I have tried Bison which can also be kosher if butchered correctly.

It might be fun to pick some unusual meats and food that are kosher and have a food-tasting night at FHC.

If there are vegetarians out there that would like to get involved with a food tasting night, you are welcome to add your ideas/imput.

Below is a link for kosher venison.

Shalom Jeremy


http://www.koshervenison.com/

Thursday, December 29, 2005

HAPPY SECULAR NEW YEAR

To all readers of the blog, let me wish you and yours a happy and healthy secular new year.

As I look back on this past secular year the biggest events for my Krew certainly were Noah's brain surgery and Emily's Bat Mitzvah. We are quite thankful that both life events went well and without any complications. We've been blessed....

On a personal note, I thank my loving and lovely wife for her moral support throughout everything and for being a terrific spouse, mother to my children and friend.

To all Shalom. Jeremy

Tuesday, December 27, 2005

A BIG CHANUKA THANKS TO EVERYONE

On December 25, 2005 we held FHC's Chanuka party. We had over 50 guests enjoying the open gym, barbeque food and movie shown in the library on the big screen. Not to mention the salads, pickles, latkes and the delicious cookies and gelt, which appeared to be enjoyed by all. Below this blog entry are some pictures from the event.

As co-president of the Men's Club, let me take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped out in the preparation, planning and execution of this event. Since I do not mention names on this blog, I know that I will not have the problem of forgetting anyone.

And to the guests, I hope you enjoyed the evening. I am glad so many people joined the Rabbi at the downtown candlelighting ceremony. I could not attend the candlelighting since I was busy getting the party ready at FHC. The party for me, by the way, went very fast since I was primarily working in the kitchen and elsewhere. I would have liked to schmooze with everyone, but we can do that at the next few events coming up........

Joint Men's club/sisterhood breakfast with speaker 1/8/06 (A VERY INTERESTING TOPIC... COME AND LEARN MORE.)

Doc Rock 1/21/06 (LIVE ROCK MUSIC FROM ONE OF THE PREMIER LOCAL BANDS)

The Super Bowl 2/5/06 (FHC'S SECOND ANNUAL SUPER BOWL PARTY. LAST YEAR WE HAD OVER ONE HUNDRED GUESTS. THIS YEAR LET'S TOP THAT.)


THESE EVENTS ARE OPEN TO MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS. IT WOULD BE NICE IF WE COULD HAVE OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES JOIN US FOR THESE EVENTS.

SHALOM. JEREMY

Some little ones enjoying open gym Posted by Picasa
A friendship growing at FHC Posted by Picasa

a friendship grown at FHC

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We are waiting for the LATKES!!!!! Posted by Picasa
where are the latkes? Posted by Picasa
Guests at the Chanuk a party Posted by Picasa

On Chanuka

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Wednesday, December 21, 2005

A HAPPY AND HEALTHY CHANUKA TO YOU AND YOURS

FROM MY KREW A HAPPY CHANUKA, HANUKA, CHANUKAH HANNUKAH, AND ANY OTHER SPELLING YOU LIKE. SHALOM, JEREMY Posted by Picasa

Chanuka Candlelighting 12/25/05 Downtown Peekskill 5:30pm

Start anew, or continue the tradition of the downtown Peekskill candlelighting commencing the celebration of Chanuka 12/25/05 5:30pm. Of course, afterward come to FHC at 6pm for the Chanuka party. If you need any information concerning these events, you can contact me or the Rabbi.

Shalom. Jeremy

Tuesday, December 20, 2005

12/25/05 Chanuka party at FHC 6pm

On 12/25/05 6pm we are having a Chanuka party with open gym, movie, barbeque food and games. If you have not sent in your money, do so, or pay at the door.

It is only $25 per family everything included!!!!! or $7 per person.

If you have little ones there will be babysitters too. What more could you ask for.

Chappy Chanuka

Shalom. Jeremy

Bikkur Holim in action

Posted by Picasa Bikkur Holim members made Hanukah gift bags for residents of area nursing homes. The committee is sponsoring a Hanukah party at the NYS/VA nursing home this coming Sunday afternoon (12/25). To participate, please contact the Rabbi or Ann by e-mail rabbi@firsthebrew.org or annlasch@optonline.net

(The e-mails listed above were authorized by the above individuals to be placed on the blog)

Shalom. Jeremy

Friday, December 16, 2005

Chanuka Party 12/25/05 6pm at FHC

A happy family Chanuka party at FHC on 12/25/05 6pm, with open gym, a movie in the library on our big screen and food (yes I will be barbequing) and Chanuka stuff. Sounds like a great time for the whole family. The gym will be open for basketball and some other games, maybe a dodge-ball game or two.

The movie will be something for pretty much everyone pg or pg13. Families and individuals are all welcome!!!

The food will be fun for a December evening with outdoor grilling by yours truly and we hope to have latkes and other good food to enjoy. Shalom Jeremy

Wednesday, November 30, 2005

FHC moves forward with Architects

Last night the congregation met and voted to authorize funds to be expended for architectural services that will, if implemented, greatly enhance FHC .

I applaud the membership, and our leaders for moving forward on this initiative so that FHC can be proud of its physical plant (our house of worship) and can honor the memory of people like Ben Hirsch who, almost 50 years ago, had the vision and the tenacity to secure the land and build FHC.

We should never lose hope for an optimistic future. We depend upon our leadership to evaluate current conditions and plan for the future. Our Leaders must balance the needs and desires of a multifaceted congregation. I look forward to the coming months when we will need optimistic leadership to guide the congregation into our future.

I also hope that we step up as congregants and suppport positive planning to improve FHC both physically and spiritually.

Shalom, Jeremy

Monday, November 28, 2005

The Blog is alive and well.

We were away and I was unable to hit the blog with content. Here is some relevant information to get us going again.

Save the following dates:

12/3/05 for the Bikkur Holim Shabbat Service
12/25/05 for the Chanukah party at FHC (For Jews, that date should not be that busy)
2/5/06 THE SUPER BOWL PARTY at FHC


I will discuss these events in greater detail. But, come to FHC for these events and you will have a joyous time.

And on another note, buy SCRIP-GIFT cards from FHC before December 1, 2005 because FHC makes money on their sale and it costs you nothing. The program is so simple. Buy the cards for a cash value. Make the check payable to FHC. The cards have the full value you paid for them, but the company pays FHC a percentage and that money goes to the fundraising efforts of FHC. I purchased a bunch and I calculated that FHC will make about $109. on the cards I purchased. As Adam Sandler is quoted as saying "NOT TOO SHABBY". I will also buy more next year when we do it again. If you have any questions you can contact me, or one of the coordinators of the program.

Shalom, Jeremy

Monday, November 14, 2005

Bat Mitzvah thanks

On behalf of our family we would like to express our warm and sincere gratitude to the Rabbi for all his help concerning our daughter Emily and specifically in regards to her Bat Mitzvah.

The Rabbi has been there for our family whenever we have needed his spiritual, moral and emotional guidance. He has found time to meet with us even when the time and location was not opportune. He has shown extraordinary patience and guidance when it has been needed most.

On November 5, 2005 the Rabbi was wonderful and helpful. He coordinated the service, including the involvement of my family and my father, a reform Rabbi. Moreover, he enlivened the Friday night and Saturday morning services with interactive singing including a Noah's ark song which was enjoyed by all. We received numerous compliments from family and friends about how wonderful and warm the service was because of the Rabbi. It was great hearing the compliments from people who live all across our nation.

I would also be remiss if we did not thank Emily's instructors, and the Hebrew School for their terrific preparation of Emily for her Bat Mitzvah. Emily appeared so comfortable on the Bima. It is not surprising since many months ago I asked Emily if she was nervous about her upcoming Bat Mitzvah and her response was, "No, it's only Hebrew!" That alone says alot about the First Hebrew educational experience.

Shalom,
Robin & Jeremy

Monday, October 31, 2005

The host solo... Posted by Picasa
The host and a happy couple Posted by Picasa
enjoying the evening. Posted by Picasa
No food or drinks were dropped on the upholstry, we hope. Posted by Picasa
Notice the symetry with the drinks. Posted by Picasa
Beards and checkered shirts at the party Posted by Picasa
More happy guests... Posted by Picasa