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Next Generation Judaism:
Meeting People Where They Are
A regional conference for synagogue leadership which will explore the implementation of ideas presented in the book "Next Generation Judaism: How College Students and Hillel Can Help Reinvent Jewish Organizations" by Rabbi Michael Uram

See flier at https://crm.uscj.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=107

Hazak Book Discussion: “ Beneath a Scarlet Sky”
Based on the true story of a forgotten hero (Pino Lella), Beneath a Scarlet Sky is the triumphant, epic tale of one young man’s incredible courage and resilience during one of history’s darkest hours. Pino Lella wants nothing to do with the war or the Nazis. He’s a normal Italian teenager—obsessed with music, food, and girls—but his days of innocence are numbered. When his family home in Milan is destroyed by Allied bombs, Pino joins an underground railroad helping Jews escape over the Alps.

After Pino’s parents force him to enlist as a German soldier. Pino is provided the opportunity to spy for the Allies inside the German High Command, Pino endures the horrors of the war and the Nazi occupation by fighting in secret.

Our speaker, Michael Lella, is the son of this book’s main character and will provide us with insights into his father’s life and his opportunity to help save Italian Jews. Cost is $5.00 per person. RSVP to cbd.hazak@beth-david.org by April 3rd. Your account will be billed. 

Club Z Parent's Night Out (offsite)
Enjoy a cheese and wine reception at a CBD member home and a short informal presentation on what Club Z has been up to. Club Z aims to cultivate the next generation of proud and articulate Zionist leaders, and your children are well on their way. We have enjoyed working with Congregation Beth David over the past six months, and we would love to get to know you- the CBD parent community. FREE. Click here for sign up and location.  

An Exploration of Shabbat Prayer & Study for Russian Speakers
with Rabbi Ilana Baird

Fast of the First Born Siyum
If you are a first born, come and be exempt from fasting by celebrating this siyum with us.  It’s a party for celebrating a completion of study of Mishna or Talmud.  Rabbi Ohriner will lead a Shachrit Service in the Beit T'fillah, followed by a siyum on Peah (Leaving the corner of the field for the poor) in Mishna led by Shmuel Shultz.Concluding with a light brunch outside due to being chametz free inside.

Approachable Torah
Rabbi Berkowitz leads a lively conversation about the Torah portion.

Yom HaShoah Flag Project
In memory of the six million victims who died in the Holocaust, we will once again plant 1,000 white flags in the vacant lot adjacent to our building. Please join us for the commencement of this two-week long experience on April 24th where in addition to white flags, our religious school students will make and place colorful butterfly flags. The flags will be displayed through May 13^th. Come by and feel free to plant a flag or two. Extras are available inside the synagogue.

Create Your Own Succulent Garden
Join CBD Women for a fun and entertaining afternoon as we create beautiful succulent gardens and enjoy each other’s company.  Don’t have a green thumb?  Don’t worry.  Marlene Burak and Betty Menkin will guide us through the project.  The $25 fee will cover the cost of the container and all materials, snacks and desserts. RSVP by April 19th online or call the office at 408-257-3333. prepayment required.