News & Shmooze

Don't miss it! RSVP today, follow link at jbayarea.org/dinner

TWO WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES:

• Main event: Delicious full-course Friday night Shabbat dinner w/ talk!
• 2nd talk topic in the morning w/ Buffet Kiddush lunch 

See event info online | On Facebook

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FAQ:

Q. What's a "Shabbaton?" 
A. Shabbaton implies a fully packed Shabbat program enjoyed together as a community. Community Friday night dinner, Shabbat day lunch, services, etc.

Q. Do I have to attend services? 
A. No. Services are optional. Feel free to come for any portion that works out for you!

Q. Is that our rabbi in the picture? 
A. No it isn't. But the guest speaker is a relative!

Q. Will it be the same talk at night and in the day?
A. No. Two completely different topics, as is explained in the flyer.

Q. Can I invite a friend?
A. Sure! Just try to get in all reservations as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly. 

Event page & RSVP link 

The first Bay Area JTEENS event is this Sunday, 3:30 to 5:00 pm at Chabad Bay Area 

REGISTER ONLINE or email to Tonya@JBayArea.org to RSVP.

SHABBAT MORNING:

• Coffee & Kabbalah at 9:00 am
  
  
• Shacharit Service at 10:00 am
  We are aiming for a nice, full Minyan this week. Come and join us!
  
  Torah portion: Va'era - Oh, the plagues get started. Not fun for Pharaoh. Not fun! But why plagues? What was G-d trying to prove?
  
  Followed by a Kiddush lunch with hot cholent and more!
  
  Sponsor a kiddush

 The Kiddush lunch next Shabbat, January 18th will be sponsored by Mardy Schweitzer in memory of her mother, Zyra Shirley Schweitzer, on the occasion of her Yahrtzeit next week..

Chanukah kicked-off on Sunday, Dec. 22 with an inspiring kindling of the first candle at Chanukah on the Strand. Councilman David Collins greeted the audience and presented a proclamation on behalf of the City of Galveston. There is always a special 'vibe' that can be felt at our Galveston events, and this one was no different. In addition to local residents, we were also joined by numerous visitors who were either departing or just arriving from their vacation cruises. 

On Tuesday, third night of Chanukah, Chabad of the Bay Area put on a Menorah lighting and Chanukah celebration for inmates at a Texas correctional facility in Texas City. The Rebbe taught us to be there for every Jew in every place or situation.

Thursday brought us to Pearland Town Center mall for a beautiful and uplifting evening that also featured live musical entertainment by our very own Mendel and Meir Schmukler!

Sunday, Dec. 29 took us to Baybrook Mall where a gorgeous night was the perfect setting for a Chanukah grand finale lighting up all 8 candles on the final night of Chanukah! What a wonderful show of Jewish pride at a time when it is most needed. May the light of goodness and holiness continue to illuminate our year ahead!

Check out the photos:

• Chanukah on the Strand 5780 / 2019
• Pearland Menorah Lighting 5780 / 2019
• Chanukah Celebration at Baybrook Mall 5780 / 2019

After taking a break for the holiday, we will meet this Tuesday at 7 pm for the concluding JLI class our Fall course, Worrier to Warrior.

LESSON TOPIC: Refreshing Relationships - Discover the spiritual concepts that can have an immediate positive impact on your personal relationships.

Even if you have not been part of the course, you are welcome to join us for this concluding lesson.

JLI has expanded their capacity for more participants in their previous sold out Israel trip!

If you are interested please get in touch with the rabbi ASAP. 

Watch a Youtube preview 
One of the best Israel experiences you can possibly get!