08/08/11 A Plea To The Byram Community: Blood and Platelet Donation Needed - Please help

NANCY NATHANSON Needs Blood & Platelets Our member, Nicole Bier's mother, Nancy Nathanson, has just undergone a bone marrow transplant. For those who do not know Nicole, she is mother of Sam who is in the 4's at Temple Sholom, and she is also the mother of Mathew and Seth who are in 3rd grade at Carmel Academy. Nancy is currently a patient at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Her treatment requires regular blood and platelet transfusions, and Nicole, Nancy and their family would deeply appreciate your donation of blood and/or platelets and requests that you ask others you know to donate. Donations not used by Nancy will be released for use by other patients, many of whom are children. To benefit Nancy, all designated donations must be made in the Blood Donor Room of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Please visit www.mskcc.org/blooddonations for complete information about donor eligibility and the donation process for blood or platelets. Appointments are necessary- All blood types are acceptable. For answers to questions and to schedule an appointment that is convenient for you please contact Joe Licata: Manager, Blood Donor Program, via email at licataj@mskcc.org or 212-639-8177. The process for donating whole blood takes approximately 1 hour. The process for donating platelets takes about 2 ½ hours. FREE parking is available to all donors at the Somerset Parking Garage, 1365 York Avenue -entrance on NW corner of 72nd Street. We hope that you will be able to engage in this great mitzvah to help a cherished member of our Temple Sholom family.

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08/06/11 The Raw Byram News Feed

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Sources at the Greenwich Health Department say E. coli bacteria bacteria levels are rising and they soon may advise against total body contact (swimming) at Byram beach The elevated E. coli bacteria levels are being monitored at variious points in Greenwich and are in compliance with state guidelines.

For Lucy and Desi, honeymoon began in Greenwich Stamford Advocate 30 wedding at the Byram River Beagle Club in Greenwich. According to the caption, they planned a Havana honeymoon. Photo: File Photo / CT A decade before Desi loved Lucy on their landmark television series, he married her in a private ceremony in ...

08/06/11 The Rabbi's Weekly Teaching

Weekly Teaching By Rabbi Mitchell M. Hurvitz rabbimitch@templesholom.com
Tisha B'Av August 8th - 9th, 2011 Services will take place on Monday evening, August 8th at 6:30pm.
Rabbi's Weekly Teaching Friday, August 5th, 2011 Parashat Devarim Along with millions of people around the world, my heart was shattered by the news of the murders in Oslo and Utøya, Norway two weeks ago. What was truly saddening, among the many acts of senseless violence and the incomprehensible news of so many young lives lost, was to also observe the Norwegian people struggling with the news that these acts of atrocity had been committed by one of their own. The terrible, heart-wrenching tragedy that was the evil act of Anders Behring Brevick's murderous rampage has been described as the works of a "Christian terrorist." As a Jew, I don't recognize anything Christian about Brevick, any more than I recognize the beauty and reverence of Islam in the evil acts of Muslim terrorists, or the twisted, perverted interpretation of Judaism that motivates the actions of a Jewish terrorist. Any single individual may claim that their beliefs are anchored in ethical monotheism, but the horrific choice to commit murder literally negates the validity of such a claim. Once a life is taken; once a choice is made to take God's power of life and death into one's own hands; once an innocent soul is made to suffer, even as these perpetrators claim to be holy, there is no God present. And in our struggle to comprehend these actions, this is perhaps when we most keenly feel God's absence. Brevick is without religiosity. His altar is hatred; his worship is a glorification of the self; and his holy texts are manifestos of violence and fear. He is as far from God as a human being can ever be. The ideals of Christianity; like the ideals of Judaism and Islam; teach us, in the seemingly simple three-word commandment love thy neighbor, that we share a fundamental understanding: all human beings are created in the image of God. Denial of this primary teaching and making exceptions to the universality of this teaching places those who choose these interpretations outside of the normative ethical monotheistic framework. In the Hebrew bible, the creation story that is so much a fundamental part of every Abrahamic religion teaches us that all human beings are created "in the image of God." In Torah, we know this phrase as B'Tzelem Elohim. The mitzvah of seeing each and every human being "in the image of God" is the divine imperative of knowing that every individual life is precious, unique, and holy. It is not easy to master the skill of looking at a stranger and yet seeing a brother or a sister. And yet, Torah teaches us, in the commandment it most often repeats - more than thirty-three times - that we must love the stranger. Loving the stranger means that sharing a human heritage of our Divine creation is - or should be - enough to enable us to see the spark of God's holy light in one another. Martin Buber taught that God exists in the space between human beings; God is found in the meaningful relationship we can create with each other. But there are still those who use the space between human beings to create wider gulfs, cultivating the darkness and hatred that can emerge so easily when we fail to acknowledge our common humanity - and our common divinity. And the fundamental idolatrous act of any individual is to deny the presence of God's image in another, or the Godliness that has the potential to exist between people. Islamic, Christian, and Judaic texts all acknowledge our human needs and our frailties. The commandments to love God, to love the stranger and to love our neighbor all exist because they are challenging. And perhaps the commandment that we must love our neighbor as we love ourselves can be the most challenging of all. It is so easy to believe that we can live without love. Our modern world, with its instant access to every conceivable human need and desire, can push us to believe that we do not need real human connections to survive. But in losing our connection to others, we also lose sight of our own intrinsic humanity. When we have a true foundation in the lessons of love taught by our sacred texts, we learn how to perceive our own holy uniqueness. The love we show to God, to the stranger, to our neighbor and to ourselves is qualified and quantified by our every human action and interaction. Without these sacred interactions, we lose the ability to see and live in the world of God's creation, turning instead to the gods of ego, power, and satisfaction. In the worst instances of this terrible turning, there are those who learn how to hate. There are those who forget that every life is both human and holy. And there are those that destroy the divine potential in others, and in themselves. Brevick's evil acts were grown in an incubator of hate and anger. His very being is a denial of the religious imperative to love and see the divine image in all human beings. And in the wake of his actions, we must not powerlessly fear further acts of atrocity, but instead, realize that God is present in the aftermath: in the responders who put their lives in danger every day in the service of combating terror; in the messages of grief and healing that we around the world share with the Norwegian people, and in the realization that we further prevent the growth of evil when we distance ourselves from hate. It is our divine and human duty to help others to do the same: to do our best to live at a distance from our own angry/hateful thoughts, and substitute in their place feelings of genuine friendship, fellowship, love and compassion, and most importantly, acts of loving kindness. Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Mitch
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08/05/11 Temple Sholom Weekly E-Bulletin

Temple Sholom E-Bulletin August 5th, 2011 Sunday, August 7th The Art of Prayer with Rav David Tuesday, August 9th Lunch 'n' Learn with Rav David No lunch will be served in observance of Tisha B'Av, a fast day. Wednesday, August 10th Pizza, Hoops & More with Rav David Thursday, August 11th USY Pizza; Talmud Study: Radical Rabbis with Rav David Temple Sholom is proud to announce the launch of our new website! Explore our new home on the web at www.templesholom.com Candle Lighting Friday, August 5th 7:49pm Temple Sholom's Worship Schedule Friday, August 5th 6:30 - 7:15pm Saturday, August 6th 9:30 am - 12:00pm Sunday, August 7th 8:30 - 9:15am Tisha B'Av Services Monday, August 8th 6:30pm Weekly Teaching by Rabbi Mitch Along with millions of people around the world, my heart was shattered by the news of the murders in Oslo and Utøya, Norway two weeks ago. What was truly saddening, among the many acts of senseless violence and the incomprehensible news of so many young lives lost, was to also observe the Norwegian people struggling with the news that these acts of atrocity had been committed by one of their own. The terrible, heart-wrenching tragedy that was the evil act of Anders Behring Brevick's murderous rampage has ... Click here to see the full version of this teaching. Temple Sholom Simcha Corner Mazel Tov To: Rissa and Richard Grossman, Sabra and Max Kelly, on the naming of their their granddaughter and daughter, Vivian Renee. Debbie and Morris Finkelstein on their 40th wedding anniversary. Don't miss out! Make your reservations today for Temple Sholom's Israel Mission Click here to find out more about Temple Sholom's Israel Trip - February 9th - 19th, 2012 Temple Sholom leads a mission to Israel every year. This year's trip will take place in association with The Sholom Center in February 2012. Spaces for the trip are filling up quickly - so don't miss out on this chance to be part of a fascinating and timeless exploration of the Holy Land. If you're interested in finding out more about the mission, please come to our Israel Mission Informational Meeting on Tuesday, September 20th, at 7:00pm. For more information and a detailed itinerary, click on the link above, or contact Lori Baden, Senior Director of Membership and Programming, at(203) 542-7172 or email Lori.Baden@templesholom.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Got Game? Join the WJBL! We're looking for a few good 'ballers to put together one or more Temple Sholom teams for the 2011-12 season of the Westchester Jewish Basketball League. There are three divisions: 5th - 6th grade, 7th - 8th grade, and 9th - 12th grade. Both boys and girls who are not a senior varsity roster are eligible to play (teams are mixed gender, but mostly boys) and every player will participate in every game. The season runs from late November through early March, and games are once a week. If you're interested in playing or coaching, please come to our WJBL Informational Meeting in the Davis Lounge on Wednesday, September 21st, at 7:30pm. For more information or if you have questions, contact Temple Sholom's resident 'baller, Rav David, at (203) 542-7163, or at RavDavid@templesholom.com. Tisha B'Av Monday, August 8th, 6:30pm Erev Tisha B'Av Services Tisha B'Av, the Fast of the Ninth of Av, is a day of mourning to commemorate the many tragedies that have befallen the Jewish people. Tisha B'Av will be observed this year from sundown on Monday, August 8th until sundown on Tuesday, August 9th. Click here to learn more about Tisha B'Av, and its traditions and observances. At Temple Sholom, services will take place on Monday evening, August 8th at 6:30pm. Participants are encouraged to bring flashlights, as the lighting in the sanctuary will be dimmed. AJC Westchester and Temple Sholom present Turmoil and Transformation in Israel and the Middle East Thursday, September 15th, 7:30pm Featuring David Harris, AJC National Executive Director American Jewish Committee Executive Director David Harris offers an insider's perspective on the current climate of change in the Middle East, and its impact on our Jewish homeland. Do not miss this opportunity to hear a compelling and charismatic speaker discuss issues crucial to the life of our Jewish state. Reserve your spot now by contacting Alice Schoen at alice.schoen@templesholom.com or call (203) 542-7165. This event is co-sponsored by AJC Westchester and Temple Sholom in partnership with the Westchester Jewish Council, the UJA-Federation of NY, and the UJA-Federation of Greenwich. Annual Beach Service Join us for Temple Sholom's Shabbat on the Beach at Tod's Point, Greenwich Town Beach Friday, August 12th, 2011 at 6:00pm Take a deep breath, grab a picnic and some lawn chairs, and join your Temple Sholom friends in welcoming Shabbat on Friday, August 12th, at a joyful, musical service at Tod's Point (at the "Seaside Garden" section of the beach). Click here for directions. The evening begins with a wine and cheese "pre-neg" at 6:00pm, followed by Shabbat services at 6:30pm, led by Cantor Asa Fradkin and music specialist Adam Feder. Worried about rain? Never fear - in case of inclement weather, the "pre-neg" and services will take place at Temple Sholom at 6:00pm. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Eve Jedda at eve.jedda@templesholom.com, or call her at (203) 542-7156. *Please note: the Beach Service will be the only Shabbat service taking place on the evening of August 12th. Summer Study Programs: Jewish Ethics Come in from the heat and study Jewish ethics through the lens of the rabbinic Sages with Rav David. Tuesday: 12:00 - 1:00pm August 9th Lunch will not be served in observance of Tisha B'Av, a fast day. Radical Rabbis Rav David studies the most controversial debates, stories, and figures in the Talmud. Thursdays 7:00 - 8:30pm Class meets on August 11th, 18th & 25th The Art of Prayer: There's more than one way to sing L'cha Dodi! Join Cantor Asa and get to know the weekly prayers that celebrate Shabbat. Sundays: 9:30 - 10:30am Class meets on August 7th* and 14th *Rav David is filling in this week for Cantor Asa. In and Around the Community... Florence Melton Adult Mini School in Greenwich, CT is now open. Classes are held on Tuesday mornings, beginning on September 13th, 2011. For further information call 203-552-1818 or register on line at JCCGreewwich.org. Jewish Committee on Scouting - Open House for Cub and Boy Scouts, Sunday, September 18th at 7:00pm, at Hebrew Institute of White Plains, 20 Greenridge Avenue, White Plains. Let your son join in the fun, adventure and skill-building of the Scouts in an environment supportive of Jewish values and traditions from Westchester's only Jewish Boy Scouts Troop and Pack. For more information, visit at www.westchesterscouts.org.

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08/02/11 Tisha B'Av, August 8th And 9th, 2011

TISHA B'AV August 8th - 9th, 2011 Tisha B'Av, the Fast of the Ninth of Av, is a day of mourning to commemorate the many tragedies that have befallen the Jewish people. Tisha B'Av will be observed this year from sundown on Monday, August 8th until sundown on Tuesday, August 9th. At Temple Sholom, services will take place on Monday evening, August 8th at 6:30pm. Participants are encouraged to bring flashlights, as the lighting in the sanctuary will be dimmed. On Tuesday, August 9th, our regular Lunch 'n' Learn program will take place, but as a reminder, lunch will not be served in observance of this fast day. Click here to learn more about Tisha B'Av, and its traditions and observances. For more information about Tisha B'Av at Temple Sholom, please call (203) 869-7191, or visit our website at www.templesholom.com.

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07/28/11 Byram Firefighters Respond To Western Greenwich House Fire - Cat Killed And Firefighter Injured

A lit cigarette sparked an early-afternoon fire Wednesday that badly damaged a home off Weaver Street in western Greenwich and killed a family cat.

The unattended cigarette was left on the porch and it began a blaze that raced up the exterior of the back of the home and tore into the attic.

A firefighter also suffered a minor injury battling the fire, which broke out around 1:30 p.m. and was contained by 2:05 p.m.

The house, a single-family home at 27 Deep Gorge Road, has been deemed unsafe for living due to the extent of the fire’s damage.

There was heavy fire damage to the second floor and the attic. There was also heavy smoke and water damage to the first floor.

A woman who was home at the time of the fire emerged unscathed.

It was unclear if the woman had left the unattended cigarette on the porch.

The firefighter who was hurt had a minor injury to his knee.

The cat died of smoke inhalation.

No further information was available on the cat.

About 25 firefighters from the Glenville, Byram, Cos Cob, North Street and Central stations responded to the fire.

Built in 1960, the 1,979-square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bathroom Colonial split-level sits on a one-acre property.

The home, which the town’s tax assessor’s office says is owned by Maurice and Maria Musilli, is listed for sale for $1.245 million.

The Musillis could not be reached for comment.

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07/28/11 The Raw Byram News Feed

News Reports About The Byram Section Of Greenwich

The Three Bs: Byram, a book by Bakewell, and Beethoven Greenwich Citizen We love where we are in Byram. We can walk to town or to the beach. Tod's Point is another great amenity. You go there and feel you're on vacation. A: I'm a graphic designer. I've designed all kinds of printed material, advertising, brochures, ...

Man arrested for Greenwich jewelry theft Greenwich Time Police arrested on Tuesday a guest who allegedly slipped into Byram homeowner's bedroom and stole several small pieces of jewelry last year, police said. Edicson W. Trujillo, 23, of 287 Hamilton Ave., Apt. 2D, allegedly went into the room on Sept. ...

Byram Area Events: Join Temple Shalome for a special Rosh Chodesh

Join us for a special Rosh Chodesh service and the Bat Mitzvah of Sarah Baden Sunday, March 6th 10:30 am followed by a luncheon Please RSVP to: lori.baden@templesholom.com or (203) 542-7172

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02/17/11 The Raw Byram News Feed

News Reports About Byram, CT

Police: NY woman caught shooting up heroin Greenwich Time A New York state woman passing through town was arrested Monday after police said they found her injecting heroin while sitting in a gray Mercedes-Benz in a Byram parking lot. A concerned person called police to report a woman possibly injecting ...

Youths lead police on chase, shut down Greenwich train tracks Greenwich Time Metro-North Railroad service was suspended briefly in Greenwich on Wednesday evening after police spotted three youths on the train tracks near Byram Road on the western side of town. An officer approached the juveniles, but they immediately ran from ...

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02/09/11 Three Byram residents charged in N.Y. stabbing

Four people -- including three Byram residents -- have been arrested in connection with a Port Chester, N.Y., stabbing that occurred late last month, according to police.

Lt. James Ladeairous, of the Port Chester Police Department, said officers had been investigating a Jan. 23 stabbing that occurred after a fight broke out at a Parker Avenue party.

David Enrique Lopez, 19, of Port Chester, was at the party when he allegedly broke a window and was thrown out of the house by the victim, who was hosting the party.
"He came back with the three other people and the girl knocked on the door," Ladeairous said. "When the victim looked out, he only saw the girl so he opened it. Then they all busted in on him."

The victim was stabbed with a folding knife. His injuries were not serious, police said.

The three other people who assisted Lopez that night have been identified as 18-year-old Tamar Constanza, Nicholas Madinabeitia, 19, and Stewart Castro, 20, all of Byram.
"We are not sure which one stabbed him," Ladeairous said. "They all fled the area."
Police spoke with partygoers who gave them information on the three men. Constanza, Madinabeitia and Castro were arrested days after the stabbing. Lopez was arrested earlier this week. They were each charged with first-degree burglary. More charges could be pending.

"Lopez knew we were looking for him and he turned himself in," Ladeairous said.