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The Text of Birchas Hagomeil

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After Eliezer’s extensive travels through the desert, he presumably recited birchas hagomeil. Did he use the same text that we use?

By Rabbi Yirmiyohu Kaganoff (RabbiKaganoff.com)

Question #1: Slip up in shul

Not long ago, I received the following question in an e-mail. Upon reciting birchas hagomeil, the individual erred and recited the following:

“Hagomeil tovim, shegemalani kol tuv,” thereby omitting the word lachayavim in “Hagomeil lachayavim tovim.” Must he now repeat the bracha because he omitted a word?

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Save 30% Or More on Select Huggies or Pull-ups on Amazon

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save30Amazon deals on diaper and wipes come and go. Now get 30% off Huggies or Pull-ups with a new coupon available to clip for those who signed up for the free program, Amazon Moms.So that means that this is really a 10% savings on top of the baseline 20% off savings for Amazon Moms. You can sign up to be an AmazonMom for FREE.

You can apply it on all the Huggies & Pullups HERE or even on the Huggies Simply Clean Wipes.

Some of these also utilize Subscribe & Save so remember that if you have  5 orders or more active this month you  get an additional 15% off the other items.  Now that makes this a big deal, just requiring some work.

Baruch Dayan Ha’emes (2)

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With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Lillie Feig, mother of Mrs. Sylvia Pollack. The funeral was Sunday October 20, 2013, at 2:30PM, at Berkowitz Kumin. The burial will be at the Shomer Shabbos section of Mt. Olive Cemetary. Shiva will be observed at the home of Sylvia and Nathan Pollack, 2510 Blossom Road, in Beachwood. Shacharis will be at 7:30AM and Mincha-Maariv at 6:15PM.

With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Marietta Meisler, Miriam Yitta, of blessed memory [mother of Mrs. Carole Hirsch]. Shiva update: Mrs. Hirsch will be sitting Shiva until this Thursday morning at her home, 2525 Lafayette Drive in University Heights, from 10am until 1pm and from 5pm until 9pm. Minyan for Mincha and Maariv will be at the Shiva home at 6:30pm. Those wishing to give tzedaka in her honor may do so through the Chabad Torah Fund or the Waxman Chabad Center.

May the family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Ha’Makom yenachem eschem b’soch she’ar avay’lay Tzion v’Yerushalayim

 

TLC Recovery Program for Compulsive Eating

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TLC (To Learn Control) is a Torah based 13 step recovery program for women dealing with compulsive eating.  Join us to learn the secrets from Rebbetzin Moskowitz (Rabbi Ezriel Tauber’s daughter) for permanent weight loss and how to feel like the beautiful Bas Melech that Hashem made you.  Gain chizuk through readings from Rabbi Zelig Pliskin “My Father My King” and “Conversations with Yourself” as well as “Praying with Fire” by Rabbi Heshy Kleinman.

Meetings are held every Tuesday night 7:30pm – 8:15pm.  Kaiser Permanente Hospital, 10 Severance Circle, First Floor ENT section, Conference C.     For more information please call Yehudis at (216) 315-0666.

To find out more information and to hear inspiring lectures from Rebbetzin Moskowitz call the TLC HOTLINE (646) 205-1111 Pin Number: 1101#

NCSY Cleveland is going to SkyZone

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Don’t miss out on this upcoming NCSY event for 6th-8th graders! NCSY Cleveland is going to SkyZone on November 15! We are leaving from Green Road Synagogue at noon. It is going to be a trip packed with all kinds of bouncing fun! The cost is $20 or $15 if you sign up before November 1st. For more information go here.

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How You Can Help People Living With Gaucher Disease

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StepsAhead(Ed:Maybe the average frum person is not going to wear green shoe laces, but the education still seems a good idea.)

Gaucher disease is a rare inherited disorder caused by a deficiency in a particular enzyme. It is estimated that approximately 1 in 40,000 to 60,000 people in the general population have Gaucher – and it is the most common genetic disease among Ashkenazi Jews. People with the disease often experience severe bone pain and fatigue along with other symptoms.

During October, you can show your support for people affected by Gaucher disease and make a great fashion statement at the same time by taking part in the Steps Ahead of Gaucher effort.  It’s free and fun!  The Steps Ahead of Gaucher program will be distributing free green shoelaces to thousands of people in the coming weeks.

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Baruch Dayan Ha’emes

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With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Marietta Meisler, Miriam Yitta, of blessed memory [mother of Mrs. Carole Hirsch].

The funeral will be tomorrow, Friday, 14 Cheshvan, October 18, at 2:00 PM at Zion Memorial Park Cemetery ~ 5461 Northfield Road. Shiva will be observed at the Hirsch residence: 2525 Lafayette Drive in University Heights.

May the family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Ha’Makom yenachem eschem b’soch she’ar avay’lay Tzion v’Yerushalayim

 

Watch the Beachwood CJN Mayoral Debate

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(Cleveland Jewish News)

Incumbent Beachwood Mayor Merle S. Gorden and City Councilman Brian Linick squared off in the “CJN Inside Politics: Beachwood Mayoral Debate” Tuesday, October 15, at the Cuyahoga County Public Library Beachwood branch. CJN in partnership with the Cuyahoga County Public Library produced this free event, moderated by Edward M. Horowitz, a professor of political science and journalism at Cleveland State University. The video below is unedited and includes set up and preparation before the debate began. The coverage starts one hour into the video, to “fast forward” to the beginning of the debate move the video’s playhead to 01:00:00.

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Kosher Food Bank

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The Kosher Food Bank is open to needy families every Thursday  6 to 7 pm. Location is at 2004 S. Green Rd. Free produce is distributed. Bring ID – proof of residency and your own bags. For more information call : 216-382-7202.

Abby’s Soups & Salads – This Week’s Menu

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Your Choice of  Pick –Up On Thursday the 18th  at 5:00, or 

Delivery on Friday the 19th between 10-12 Or Pick-Up on Friday the 19th From 4:30-5:30

FREE Delivery On all Orders Over $50. Smaller orders can be picked up or they can be  delivered for an additional $2.50

To order email abbyaloni@hotmail.com or call 216-276-9213

Tossed Salad with Mixed Greens Roasted Pears and Pecans in apple cider vinaigrette $3.75 per. person  *A minimum order of 4 servings is  appreciated on all tossed salads.

Caesar’s Salad with Homemade Croutons – Romaine lettuce, with green and red onions dressed in a creamy Cesar’s dressing that has a hint of lemon, and topped with sea salt croutons made from fresh homemade bread.    $3.75 per. person *A minimum order of 4 servings is appreciated on all tossed salads. The Dressing and Croutons from this salad can be purchased separately upon request.

Roasted Vegetable Medley – The portabella Mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red onions, red peppers, carrots, and tomatoes, in this salad are all roasted perfectly with a hint lemon and garlic. This is a Low Fat dish and can be served cold as a salad or heated perhaps over rice and served as a main dish. Medium – $6.75  Large – $13.50.

Tuna Noodle Casserole – This parve dish is amazingly creamy and is made with a variety of vegetables, wide egg noodles, tuna and chives. 9” Round $11.50.

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Sale of district property topic of Board of Education Oct. 15 special meeting

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millikinweeds(Heights Observer)(Ed: Read on for something new on the Millikin story.)

The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education (BOE) has announced that it will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15. The board will first meet in executive session at 5:30 p.m., and then will meet in public session, beginning at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place at the CH-UH Board of Education building, 2155 Miramar Blvd., University Heights.

According to the revised meeting notice, released by the Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District on Oct. 10, the board “will immediately convene in Executive Session pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2) for the purpose of considering the sale of property at competitive bidding since disclosure at this time would give an unfair competitive or bargaining advantage to persons whose personal, private interest is adverse to the general public interest.”

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Wait Remind Me! Why are we waiting for Moshiach?

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(Hakhel)

Chazal teach that one of the six questions that a person is asked after 120 years is Tzipisah L’Yeshuah— did you eagerly await Yeshuas Hashem?” Upon first reflection, we may ask–what does this question mean; after all, do not we talk about the redemption many times throughout our davening daily? It accordingly appears then that Tzipisah L’Yeshuah is at a minimum something more.

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Summertime Stalker ARRESTED!!

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jailIn June 2013, LocalJewishNews reported that there was a middle-aged man driving a compact SUV who was seen throughout the CH and UH communities stalking and at times stopping to engage young girls. There were many incidents over several days. There were no incidents of any touching or kidnapping, instead the suspect was seen acting immodestly and using inappropriate language to children, and perhaps luring children near to his vehicle. Thanks go out to the police for their quick action and strong presence, as well as to community members who were on the lookout. In fact, many parents did encourage their children to come forward to police. There were some who did see things but neglected or chose not to report what they saw however. Yet despite the strong police presence, and community efforts the suspect was not identified and did not return to the area. But …

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