Congregation of Reform Judaism

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Congregation of Reform Judaism is Orlando's largest Jewish congregation. Each week we offer creative and engaging Shabbat services. We ask that you explore our website, learn about upcoming events, and find opportunities for you to get involved.

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V....PROGRAMS, SERVICES & EVENTS AT CRJ
Kristallnacht - Music of Remembrance, Sunday, Nov 7th @ 4pm with Lisa Ferrigno, violin, Dr Aaron Hilbun, oboe, David Bjella, cello, Dr. Jesus Alfonzo, viola & OUR OWN Cantor Jacqueline Rawiszer. Program sponsored by HMREC @ JCC 851 N Maitland Ave.

GOT SHABBAT? If you attended the last Got Shabbat, you know this is a MUST ATTEND evening of great song & celebration for Shabbat! JAM, JAVA, JEWS! Coffee in the Sanctuary! Incredible musicians! Celebrate a rockin Shabbat! Friday evening, Nov 12th at 8 pm in the Sanctuary! & don't forget your dancin' shoes!
Latkes & Vodka … a Fun Fall Fund Raiser! A Festive Food Frenzy! Save the Date! Saturday Night, Dec 4th - 7 pm. (The 4th night of Channukah). CRJ is hosting an adult evening of POKER, BINGO & other fun games including Dreidel. Be the first to yell out BINGO, get a GIMEL in Dreidel, WIN THE POKER TOURNEY!!! Win a big screen TV & other fabulous prizes! Vodka drinks, beer & wine. Incredible food prepared by our own Rachel Milsom! Plus - latkes with all the toppings! $36 pp includes BINGO! $60 pp Poker! Rachel Milsom, biscuit2267@yahoo.com or Debbie Gold, dgold@crjorlando.org A FUN evening not to be missed. BRING A FRIEND!
Channukah Bazaar - Sunday Nov 14th 9:30 am -1pm Do all you holiday shopping in one place! If you would like to be a Vendor, there is a nominal fee per table. Space is limited & tables are reserved on a first come, first serve basis. Contact Helene Becker, hfrbecker@aol.com Bagels & chocolate sold by our Youth Groups!
GORFTY Car Wash - back parking lot! Sun, Nov 14th 9:30 - 1pm. Support our senior youth group & get your car washed!
Torah Tots Program - new session begins on Nov 5th for 10 weeks! For ages 6 mo - 36 mo. Fridays, 9:30 am - 10:30 am. What a wonderful bridge into your child’s early Judaic education & a great stepping stone to the pre-school experience in a warm, fun & creative environment. Parents & kids will interact while the kids learn & grow “Jewishly.” Cost: $100 CRJ members, $150 for non-members. Contact Betty Monroe, betty_monroe@hotmail.com
Camp Coleman! - Send your child to an amazing summer camp. Find out about the URJ Camp Coleman experience on Wed, Nov 17th from 5:15 - 6 pm where all School of Chai children will attend a presentation. Parents are welcome to attend. Join other Camp Coleman kids & families for a pizza party on Sun, Dec 5th from 1 - 2:30 pm at the home of Karen Moreno. Please contact Karen if you would like to RSVP or if you have any questions, kmoreno71@gmail.com.

Channukah Service and Dinner - Friday, Dec. 4th. Service begins at 6 pm followed by dinner sponsored by Women of CRJ (Sisterhood). Bring the WHOLE Mishpachah! Celebrate Chanukah! Bring your Menorah & candles! Have fun! Celebrate! Dinner $12 Adults, $10 - Seniors (over 65), $8 - Children (under 10), $120 - Reserve a Table of Ten. Vegetarian Option Available Please pay in advance, checks written to: Women of CRJ. Send to: Helene Becker, 540 Lakeworth Circle, Heathrow, FL 32746
Channukah Celebration at the Steinmetz Family School of Chai - Silent Auction offering themed baskets. Place your bid beginning Sunday, Nov. 7th during religious school! Final bidding will take place on Sunday, Dec. 5th at the school Channukah Celebration where each class will perform a skit or a song followed by latkes & dreidels! Don’t miss out on this amazing auction & fun time. All proceeds will go directly to religious school programming & the Melvin Yarmuth Religious School Scholarship Fund!
The Early Childhood Center announces PRE-SCHOOL Opening at CRJ in Jan, 2011 - The mission is to provide an integrated general & Judaic program for our children focusing on their spiritual as well as physical, social, emotional & cognitive development. Open to three & four year olds. For more info, Rivka Selsky at avielijahsmom@gmail.com.

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Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - 2nd Thurs of every month from 1 - 2 pm in the Mini. Are you caring for someone who has Alzheimer's or a related disorder? Know that you are not alone!
Care Team - Do you need a ride to the doctor or grocery store, to a CRJ service or event? Do you need meals delivered to your home? If so, contact the CRJ Office, speak with Arlene or Annie: 407-645-0444. No fee for these services. We need volunteers to provide transportation. Cathy Lieblich, clieblich@cfl.rr.com or 321-277-7309.