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Book collection - Only a short time Left — Let’s Make It Count!
Imagine growing up without a single book at home. In Schenectady, that’s the reality for far too many children — and only 18% of 3rd graders are reading at grade level. But you can help change that. STARS (Schenectady Takes Action for Reading Success) has already put over 36,000 books into the hands of young children across our community — from food pantries to family courtrooms. With your help, we can reach even more little readers. The clock is ticking, but there’s still time to spark a love of reading that lasts a lifetime. Join us and help light the path to literacy — one book, one child at a time.
Please help local children start to read. See column on right for the Amazon wish list to buy the specifically chosen books and either bring them in/send them here!
In addition to our Mitzvah of the Month cause, Sycamore Collaborative has a desperate need for diapers, all sizes. Please consider donating diapers now. All donations can be dropped off at our main entrance.
April 1 - May 6 Course
BROTHERHOOD BREAKFAST - Sunday, April 27, 9:30 am
Speaker: Tracey Chance, Head, Schenectady Conflict Defender’s Office
Is There Justice in the Justice System? Tracey Chance was the first African American to become an Assistant Public Defender in Schenectady County. She later became a criminal prosecutor in Albany County and then returned to Schenectady, where she became the head of the Conflict Defender’s Office. Tracey oversees both criminal and family court cases for indigent clients and fights for justice regardless of their socioeconomic status.
Please join us for our breakfast and speaker presentation. All Temple members and their guests: No charge. All others: $5.00 The presentation will also be livestreamed through a link on the Temple website: www.cgoh.org for those who cannot attend in person.
Join us for weekly programming:
Community and Coffee Wednesdays at 1:00 PM Zoom / Hatkoff Room
Talmud Study Thursdays at 12:00 PM Zoom / Hatkoff Room
Torah Study Saturdays at 9:00 AM Zoom / Hatkoff Room
Wed, April 2 2025
4 Nisan 5785
World Zionist Congress March 10 - May 4, 2025
Mitzvah of the Month
B'Mitzvah Projects
Rachel & Ashden Roberts B'Mitzvah Project is to help those affected by the fires in Los Angeles. Please donate in their honor to any of the reputable LA groups in need.
Murray Heck’s Bar Mitzvah Project: Murray is collecting food & personal care items for the Regional Food Bank. Please place food & personal care items in Murray's collection box near the Judaica Shop.
You can donate monetary funds by scanning the QR code below:
Max Valentine's Bar Mitzvah project is to collect donations for the Dake Foundation. A 501c3 not-for-profit corporation through the Stewart's Shops - helps children with disabilities access opportunities unavailable through medical insurance & family budgets. To make a donation in Max's honor go to https://www.dakefoundation.org/
Julia Ziomek’s Bat Mitzvah project is dedicated to supporting children and young adults receiving treatment at the Melodies Care Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Albany Medical Center. She has a box in the foyer to collect donations of fidget toys, coloring books, crayons, arts and crafts supplies, and other engaging toys to provide comfort and entertainment during treatment. These items will be assembled into activity bags and distributed to patients at the Melodies Care Center. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated.
Link for Jill Gilman's Project For Jill's bat mitzvah project, she decided to collect supplies and raise money for the Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of New York (HBDRNY). HBDRNY is not a shelter and does not have a facility, all the dogs live in foster homes in the area. The dogs eat, sleep, and live with their foster family so the family gets to know the dog well, which gives them the opportunity to match families up with the dogs so a home really is forever! The rescue group relies on donations to pay for food and medical bills (including spaying and neutering all the dogs, and vaccinations).
Noah Baxt's Bar Mitzvah project is asking for donations for Linclusion. It is an organization started by a friend of the family from summer camp for kids like her youngest son who is nonverbal and has been diagnosed with autism. Its mission is to provide the opportunity for kids of all abilities to be able to experience the magic of summer camp with the organization’s support. Here is the website for more information https://www.linclusion.org
To donate to Linclusion in honor of Noah use this QR code:
Tessa Lynch’s Bat Mitzvah project is raising money for the non- profit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This organization works with not just Broadway performers and crew but for theater professionals across the country. They work to inform, teach, and help support those living with HIV/AIDS. They also work to support the national theater community whenever there is a disease (COVID) or other medical issue that affects the theater community. This issue is very close to Tessa’s heart, as she’s been involved with our local theater groups, whether it’s performing with DramaKids, doing a summer program with SCT, or with her dance studio.
CGOH SCHOLARSHIPS
Click below or contact Josh at the synagogue office for information on scholarship applications for college students in the 2025-2026 school year and for the 2025 summer camp season. Applications are available now and due by Friday, March 14 OR BY A MUTUALLY AGREED UPON DATE.
