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June 2009 / Sivan 5769 


shofarHIGH HOLY DAYS

Each year at this time we offer some tips and suggestions as you, your board and your congregation prepare for the upcoming High Holy Days. To read even more helpful hints, please see the June issues from previous years.

PREPARATION
The High Holy Days arrive a little earlier than last year – S’lichot is on September 12th and Rosh HaShanah begins at sundown on September 18th. The following are some suggestions you and your board can use while preparing for this special time of year, including guidance on reciprocity policies.
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CHECKLIST
There are many details that go into planning for the High Holy Days. As a board member it is your responsibility to be sure that all aspects of High Holy Days services, events and procedures are explained in clear language. Here is a partial checklist meant to guide you through the process. (Full Text)


2009 BIENNIAL: HUC SPEAKERS Biennial
Who said a convention has to be conventional? The Biennial Convention is anything but, with a wealth of speakers present to inform and entertain you. From Wednesday evening’s Welcome to Toronto to the closing plenary session, the daytime and evening sessions are your opportunities to learn about and address the major issues of the day. Here’s a sneak peek at the HUC Scholars who will be presenting at this year’s Biennial. (Full Text)

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2009 EPSTEIN COMMUNICATE! AWARDS
Enter your program or idea and be eligible for one of five $1,000 awards! (Full Text)

FEATURED ENTRY OF THE MONTH
Learn how one congregation disseminates announcements and other important information during the High Holy Days services

High Holy Days Announcements Brochure #2382
Temple Israel 500 Households
130 Riverside Drive Dayton, OH 45405
937.496.0050 ~ 937.496.0060
Contact: Alan Halpern, info@tidayton.org

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