Weekly Bulletin - April 10th

PARASHAT
Artwork © Darius Gilmont 2021
PARASHAT Sh'mini
FRIDAY, Friday, APRIL April 10TH, 10th, 2026
7:00 PM
SHABBAT ShABBAT TORAH & YIZKOR SERVICE
SERVICES Services WILL will BE be LED led BY by RABBI Rabbi MEEKA Meeka
MUSIC MuSIC WILL BE LED BY LINDA & STU NEEDEL
YOUTUBE LINK FOR SERVICES
hTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/@TEMPLEADASSHALOM/STREAMS
8 N. Earlton Rd. Ext. Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-3170 | www.templeadasshalom.org

Sh'mini
Aaron and his sons follow Moses' instructions
and offer sacrifices so that God will forgive the
people. (9:1-24)
Two of Aaron's sons, Nadab and Abihu, offer
"alien fire" to God. God punishes these two
priests by killing them immediately. (10:1-3)
God forbids Moses, Aaron, and his surviving
sons from mourning but commands the rest of
the people to do so. Priests are told not to
drink alcohol before entering the sacred
Tabernacle and are further instructed about
making sacrifices. (10:4-20)
Laws are given to distinguish between pure
and impure animals, birds, fish, and insects.
(11:1-47)
https://reformjudaism.org/torah/portion/shmini
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Mi Sheberakh * We Pray for Healing
Amari Cooper
Ann Robbins
Barrie Davis
Cindy Zimlin
Crew O’Brian
Daniel Pressel
Heather Mullis
Jenniffer T. Gordon
Jessie Allingham
Kathy Lazarski
Morgan Jones
Paul Ruskin
Rita Dalal
Rivka Levin
Sam Feldman
Stan Freedman
Steve Larsen
William “Bill” Bradshaw
In Loving Memory:
Honoring Those Who Recently Passed
Irwin Rosenfeld
Our Beloved Shamash
Mourned by his brother Roy Rosenfeld and the Congregation
Yahrzeits Observed
Abraham Davis
Remembered by Dr. Matthew Wachsman
Benjamin Goldberg
Remembered by the Congregation
Ernest Hill
Remembered by Ernest Friedman-Hill
Ethel Wolpert
Remembered by Marcia & Neil Buchness
Fannie Ostrowsky
Remembered by the Congregation
Harriet Folus
Remembered by Brian Folus
Jerome Rosenbloom
Remembered by Alison Filicko &
Greyson Santos
Lillian Levy
Remembered by the Congregation
Mollie Berger
Remembered by the Congregation
Philip Caplan
Remembered by the Congregation
Sol Isadore Silver
Remembered by the Congregation
Werner Fridberg
Remembered by Dr. Andrew Fridberg

Celebrations
Cherish Years of Love
Anniversaries this Week
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13 Susannah & Brian Kolstad
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14 Kevin & Patricia Snyder
Celebrating Another Year:
Happy Birthday
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11 Molly Scott * 11 Octavia Hampton
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11 Ernest Friedman-Hill
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13 Roberta Foard * 13 Lucas Wood
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14 H Carol Mohr * 15 Mark Wolkow
Caring Committee Announcement
Caring is about both the simchas and healing
through support and community. Is there a moment
you would like to share, privately or publicly?
We want to be there for you so please let us know.
Email caring@templeadasshalom.org
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TAS Calendar of Events
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23rd of Nisan 5786 24th of Nisan 5786 25th of Nisan 5786 26th of Nisan 5786
Sh'mini
9:00am: Religious School
10:00am: Morning Mosaic
Stroll: Discover the Stories
Behind the Stones
7:00pm: Shabbat Service
with Torah Reading &
Yizkor
7:19pm: Candle Lighting
6:00pm: Holocaust
Memorial
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Yom HaShoah
28th of Nisan 5786 29th of Nisan 5786
7:00pm: Choir Practice
Upcoming Live Streamed Services & Events
Family Shabbat
Friday, April 17 th
Live Streaming starts at 6:00pm - 6:15pm
Service starts at 6:15pm
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GATHER
CELEBRATE
CONNECT
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR
UPCOMING EVENTS, SERVICES, AND
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
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HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL SERVICE
Saturday, April 11 at 6pm
Participation by TAS Choir
Violin: Kristina Nastari
Piano and conducting: Brenna Kupferman
Henry and Betty Herman
Their Holocaust story which begets the
question, "Do I owe my life to Hitler?"
Ellen Azrael shares the intimate
history of her parents, Henry and
Betty. She weaves together their
individual experiences of survival,
the providence that united them,
and the resilient life they created
together in Reading, PA.
M O R N I N G M O S A I C S T R O L L
D i s c o v e r t h e S t o r i e s B e h i n d t h e S t o n e s
Date: Sunday, April 12
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a special session as we
explore the hidden history and artistry
within our own walls. Our temple
building is glorified by the colorful and
historic mosaics that have been created
by our members of all ages. Rabbi Gila
Ruskin (Rabbi Emerita) will be our
guide as we learn the fascinating stories
that inspired such treasures as:
The Book of Life
Kadosh Kadosh Kadosh
The Holiday Wall
River of Justice
... and many more!

FAMILY SHABBAT:
SERVED HOT & HILARIOUS
APRIL 17TH DINNER AT 5:30PM
FIRST SLICE
MAIN COURSE
FAMILY PIZZA DINNER
$6.00/PERSON
Start the Religious School
Shabbaton weekend with
the whole community!
FAMILY SERVICE
An interactive, high-energy
service featuring the
hilarious improv duo: The
Bible Players.
Register for
Dinner
LATE NIGHT MENU
ADULTS ONLY COMEDY SHOW
RATED REISH!
$25.00/PERSON
While the kids enjoy a supervised movie night, the adults get to
keep laughing with an exclusive set by The Bible Players.
Buy Comedy
Show Tickets
Early Bird Pricing: $20.00/PERSON
Available for those who pre-register!
FEATURING
THE BIBLE PLAYERS
IMPROV COMEDY GROUP
PRESENTED BY KEHILLAH MAGNET RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
FRIDAY 17TH APRIL, 2026
unkosher
adult comedy show
SHOW STARTS AT 7:30PM
FOLLOWING THE FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICE
TICKETS: $25
PER PERSON
RATED “REISH”
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Please RSVP by 4/15
BACK
to the
80's
Daven & Die
FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026
TICKETS: $36
6:15 PM
SHABBAT
SERVICE
7:00 PM
MURDER
MYSTERY
DINNER
RSVP BY
04/15/2026
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CAREGIVERS CONFERENCE
GERIATRIC ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION NETWORK
Saturday, April 25, 2026
8am to 12pm
McFaulActivityCenter - Bel Air
8:00 am
8:15 am
9:15 am
9:30 am
10:15 am
11:45 am
12:00 pm
Doors Open & Exhibitors available
Light Refreshments will be served
Health screenings open ( until 11:45am)
Opening remarks
Dr. Giora Netzer, ChiefMedical Officer, UM UCH
EngagingandAdvocatinginyour Hospitalized Loved One’s Care
Dr. Mary Speth, CounterPoint Health Services
PsychologicalSupport for Caregivers
Health Screenings close
Conference Concludes
FREE EVENT - Register today
Online at www.harfordgain.com/caregivers-conference
By Phone at 800- 515-0044 (UM Community Health)
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A MOTHER TO MANY
A BOOK TALK & SIGNING WITH RABBI MEEKA
The Sisterhood and Adult Education committees invite you to a
special evening with Rabbi Meeka.
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TUESDAY
START AT OR
12 MAY 2026 7:00PM SCAN
Explore insights from Rabbi Meeka’s new
book, A Mother to Many: Creating a
Meaningful Childless Jewish Life. Discover
a message of solace and wisdom, and
learn how our community can better
welcome those unintentionally without
children.
Please join us for light refreshments following
the program.
RSVP BY MAY 4TH
Babysitting available at No Charge
Please indicate need for babysitting on your RSVP
TRAVEL
Around the World in 9 Weeks
ELC Summer 2026
Visit a different continent with us each week
during our fun and engaging summer program!
Contact 410.939.3170 | HJCELC@TempleAdasShalom.org

Blood Drive
4.21.2026
Starting at 2:00PM
Temple Adas Shalom
Social Hall
Give Blood, Save Lives, Make a Difference
Please scan the QR Code or
call 800 RED CROSS (733-2767)
to schedule your blood
donation!
Maximize your blood donation. Help
more patients. If you are an eligible
type O, B - or A - donor, consider
making a Power Red donation.
Red blood cells are the most
commonly transfused blood
component.
TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Schedule your blood donation appointment today!
1-800-REDCROSS | RedCrossBlood.org | DownloadtheBloodDonor App
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There are 2 REQUIRED forms you MUST fill out!
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THINK
BEFORE
YOU CLICK
Phishing emails and fake websites are designed to trick you. Always
verify sources before opening links or downloading attachments
Tips for data phishing awareness
Verify Sender Information
Check the sender's email address for
legitimacy. Be cautious of emails from
unknown or suspicious addresses.
Any correspondence from the Temple
will have an @templeadasshalom.org
email address.
Don't Click Unknown Links
Avoid clicking links or downloading
attachments from unfamiliar sources.
Beware of Urgent Requests
Be wary of emails or messages that
create a sense of urgency or pressure
you to act quickly.
FAKE
Rabbi Meeka Simerly <rabbiofficemail58@gmail.co
STAFF WELL-BEING INITIATIVES
Good Morning ,
Hope all is well with you, are you available toda
L'Shalom! Peace!
Rabbi Meeka Simerly
Spiritual Leader
Temple Adas Shalom
8 North Earlton Road, Ext Havre De Grace
Report Suspicious Activity
If you suspect phishing, report it promptly.
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