Shavuon

AND SO IT BEGINS…
Selling Your Chametz and Giving Maot Chittin
Rabbi Septimus will be available to be made your agent to sell chametz Thursday and Friday following the 7:45am Shacharit minyan, Monday and Tuesday following the early Shacharit Minyan, and Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday following the Mincha/Ma’ariv minyan, as well as at his home, 718 Sherwood Street, at the following dates/times:
Tuesday, March 28th, 8:30-10:00pm Sunday, April 2nd, 9:00-10:30am
Monday, April 3rd, 8:30-10:00pm Sunday, April 9th, 10:00-11:30am
Sunday, April 9th, 8:30-10:00pm
Completed forms can also be emailed to the rabbi or dropped off in his mailbox; however, you must receive direct confirmation of receipt from Rabbi Septimus. 
Maot Chittin can also be given to Rabbi Septimus, but unlike Matanot L'Evyonim of Purim, Maot Chittin is best when distributed to the poor well in advance of Pesach. Donations can be via check to the shul or online (mark payment Maot Chittin or Pesach Poor) and will be distributed to people in need locally as well as to poor people in Sderot.

Kol Dichfin—A Seder for All
Anyone in need of a seder for either of the first two nights of Pesach is encouraged to email our Rebbetzen, Lisa Septimus, at septimuslisa@gmail.com.

Mazal Tov
Mazal Tov to our dear member, Mrs. Sylvia Bernstein on the birth of a great-grandson born to her grandchildren, Jacob and Penina Bernstein. Mazal Tov to big sister Leora, to grandparents David and Karen Bernstein, and to the entire family!

Shabbat Kiddush
Kiddush following davening this Shabbat is sponsored by the Steinblatts, the Rosenbergs and the Zimermans in memory of James' father, Shmuel Yitzchak Ben Yisroel Nisan, a"h, his mother, Miriam bas Nesanel, a"h, and his brother Yisroel Nisan ben Shmuel Yitzchak, a"h, and in memory of Ben's mother, Kreindel bas R. Yaakov Yitzchak, a"h, and in memory of Simon's father, Shmuel Chaim ben Yaakov Yisrael, a"h, and Daniella's father, Mayer ben Avraham, a"h. In addition, James Steinblatt will say a few words of wisdom.

Warm Welcomes
YINW would like to welcome Jennifer and Michael Croog, who recently moved from Long Beach to North Woodmere along with their children, Ikey and Rafi.

March Meshuggas Update
Our president, Steve Hilsenrath, is still holding his own in the Fifth Annual YINW March Meshuggas Bracket Tournament Challenge with Zvi and Judy Gutman and Jordan Hiller rounding out the top three. Of course, there's plenty of basketball to be played still. Many thanks to Shapsie Markus once again for arranging this YINW event.

You Deserve a Break
Join your friends, shul and community for a stress-free, catered meal the Shabbat before Pesach. Besides the convenience, this is going to be a good time! Cost for members is $25 per adult and $10 per for child (ages 3-13). For non-members, the cost is $30 per adult and $15 per child. Space is limited so reserve your spot today at meal@yinw.org.

Please also make a note that YINW will be hosting a Kiddush after the 9:00am minyan at which there will be bread available for washing. As such, the shul is accommodating a chometz-free Shabbat.

Markus…Hiller…Need We Say More?
Since you have already reserved May 25th for the YINW's Annual Dinner at the Sephardic Temple, we'll be sending out invitations within the next few weeks. Join us in honoring Guests of Honor, Gitty and Shapsie Markus and Amy and Jordan Hiller. Since you’re already attending the dinner, we ask that you return the response cards once you receive them.

Clean Up Time
The shul will be thoroughly cleaned on March 30th for Pesach. Please refrain from bringing chametz into the sanctuary area thereafter until after Pesach. In addition, please clean out your lockers and any other places you might have food stored. Also check if your coats are hanging in the coat room.

Help to Welcome
Our tireless first lady, Melinda Hilsenrath, is looking for those interested in welcoming new families, whether by calling, hosting a meal or just being a point of reference for a new family in the neighborhood. Please email Melinda at meln423@aol.com for more information.

Friday Afternoon Movie and More
Bring your kids to the Color Me a Movie youth event this Friday afternoon from 2:30 to 4:30pm. The fun kicks off with a colorful bead art craft followed by a fun kids movie.

Children of all ages are welcome, but those under the age of 5 must be accompanied by a parent. This event is FREE for members and boosters. Only $3 for non members. We look forward to seeing you there!

More Dor L'Dor!
Our monthly Dor L'Dor learning returns this Shabbat, March 25th at 5:55pm followed by Mincha. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend and learn Torah with their children.

Rockin’ For Tzedakah
Come this Motzei Shabbat at 9:00pm to the Young Israel of Hewlett to hear some cool bands-including David Staschover's Jukebox-and help needy families in the area. Cover charge is $10 per person.

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