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UMJCA Announcements

Greek Cruise 2016 for Mashadi Young Professionals

Dear Community Members, As we look forward to the Greek Cruise 2016 for Mashadi Young Professionals, please note the following important updates. While the trip is significantly subsidized, the cost of airfare is rapidly increasing. As a result, we will only be able to honor the $1,800 advertised price for those who register by this Sun, Mar 27th. Please note that a $500 deposit or the full $1,800 payment will b e accepted this Sunday. If you leave a deposit at this time, your full payment will be due by Sunday, Apr 17th, which is the final deadline for registration. Those who do not leave at least a deposit by 3/27 will incur a price increase of at least $200, depending on fare increases. Thus Sunday, Phil Etessami will be collecting payments at the OHEL Purim Carnival at Shaare Shalom (54 Steamboat Rd.) from 11am-2pm. Alternatively, you can register here. Please bring a photocopy of your passport when registering. For your convenience, we will be accepting cash, check, or mobile transfer (Venmo) as payment. Click here for Flyer and more Info

Purim Seudah at Shaare Rachamim

Shaare Rachamim Synagogue in conjunction with The Mashadi Sisterhood invite you to a Purim Seudah. Thursday, March 24th, 3:00 PM at Shaare Rachamim. Mincha 3:00 pm, seudah, music , dancing . Adults 13+ . $30. Kids 3-12. $15.  To reserve seats, call: Sharona Arjang at 917-822-4499, Harriet Bassalali at 516-445-9878, Candice Enayatian at 917-496-4622, or Caroline Hematian at 516-532-6604. Must be PAID for by March 22nd.

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Purim Baskets (Mishloach Manot)

For many years Marilyn Kordvani “zl” organized the sale of Mishloach Manot gift baskets in our synagogues. In her memory, her daughter Cheri Haghighat will continue in this tradition. As usual the baskets will be packed with only Israeli products (mostly Kosher for Pesach). They are exceptional value and usually sell out very quickly. To ensure that you receive the number of baskets you need, please give your orders in advance by calling one of the following: Cheri Haghigat (212) 944-2700 – Minoo Hakimian (516) 487-3636 – Mitra Hezghia (516) 482-0444. All proceeds go to Gym Minyan Youth Programs.

Friendship Circle Walkathon

Looking for individual & corporate sponsors for a Great Neck Walkathon for the “Friendship Circle” The walkathon will be held on May 22 @ 11 am to raise funds and awareness for children with special needs. We are also looking for volunteers for 4 hours on Sunday’s for trips and “big brother, big sisters” to visit these children during the week at home. Minimum volunteer age is 12 for girls and 13 for boys. Please reach out to Melody Aziz @ 516-410-6869 if you would like to do an individual/corporate sponsorship or for more information regarding volunteering.

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Sisterhood’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah List

Sisterhood updates a list of 6th-8th graders every school year. This list becomes very useful when planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah party. We would advise anyone having a party to please make an effort to invite all the boys and girls in their grade to avoid any child from being left out. Please contact any Sisterhood Member or email umjcasisterhood@gmail.com to be sent the list and to make sure your child’s name is included. Thank you!

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Ping Pong Tournament

Single’s Tournament – All Ages. Date: Sunday 1/24 – Time: 2:00 – 8:00 PM – Fee: $10 per person – Location: Ohr Esther.
Double’s Tournament – All Ages. Date: Sunday 1/31 – Time: 2:00 – 6:00 PM – Fee: $10 per person Location: Ohr Esther
Please Contact: Herzel Hakimi 516-662-2913. No early registration required

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