Are you a new or potential member of the Beth Emeth family? Do you know someone who is thinking about joining? If so, there is a wonderful treat in store for you. New and potential members of the congregation are cordially invited to a Get Acquainted Party on Sunday afternoon, March 29^th, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Lynne Ellick has graciously volunteered to host the event at her lovely home in Hockessin.

This is something you won’t want to miss. There will be an abundance of delicious finger food and beverages to enjoy in the charming atmosphere of Lynne Ellick’s home. Membership information will be available for those who are considering joining the congregation, but there will be no “sales pitch.” The party will provide a perfect opportunity for new and potential members to get better acquainted with each other and our congregation—to enjoy noshing and schmoozing with each other, members of our clergy team, and temple leaders.

Don’t miss out on this event. Call the temple office or Adele Kessel to make your reservations. Adele will be happy to provide directions. Questions about the event or temple membership may be directed to Verna Schenker.

  Visit the Sisterhood Gift Shop for Passover Supplies Now that you’ve ordered your Passover candy, are you ready for your seder? Passover will be here before you know it. Do you have enough haggadahs? Now is the time to visit the gift shop to buy your haggadahs and many of your Passover supplies. If we don’t have it, we can get it! (Just give us enough time!) We’re open during religious/Hebrew school hours, Sundays 9 to 12 PM and Wednesdays 3:30 to 5:15 PM.

Allow us to LEAD YOU OUT of your home

to Congregation Beth Emeth for your

Second Seder

Thursday, April 9, 2009 at 6:00pm

Please join your extended family here at Congregation Beth Emeth for an evening guaranteed to help you experience Passover like never before. Feel the sense of history in the making as “family”, young and old, help retell the story of the Exodus. We especially welcome those looking to attending their first ever Seder. Each member that joins us multiplies the joy, sense of community and spirituality of the event. Come share your unique traditions and discover some new ones. The Seder will be lead by Rabbi Grumbacher and the meal will be catered by Leones’ Catered Affairs.

Pre-Registration with Payment is REQUIRED! The cost will be $30 for adults, $18 for children 6-13 and FREE for children 5 and under. To register and/or pay online, please email Kim vonWeltin , otherwise, mail check to: CBE, 300 W. Lea Blvd., Wilmington, DE 19802, along with the form found below.

Registration must be received by March 26, 2009, NO EXCEPTIONS will be made.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter!!!

Second Seder Registration Form

Name: _______________________________________________________

Number Attending: Adults ____ Children 6-13 ____ Children Under 5 ____

  LANDSCAPING ACTIVITY AT BETH EMETH FOR MITZVAH DAY: Sunday, May 3rd is Mitzvah Day for the Jewish Federation. Beth Emeth will sponsor a landscaping activity around the temple bldg. between 9 am and mid-afternoon. Volunteers can come any time within this time period and leave at any time. The activity will end in mid-afternoon or earlier if the work is completed. We will be clearing the planting areas, spreading topsoil, planting shrubs and flowers, and mulching. Hired help will operate mechanical equipment to do the heavy work. We will supply all the equipment, but be advised to wear work clothes and work gloves. Please sign up for this Mitzvah Day activity and inform Phil Weinberg when you expect to arrive.

  Attention Beth Emeth Bargain Hunters !!! Make your tax deductible donations... Then be prepared to find fantastic deals on... Used, but not abused clothing, shoes, toys, books, house wares, tools, electronics, linens, collectibles...and much more ! ! ! Drop-off starting April 19th at kitchen door, ending Sunday May 3rd. (Please contact us before donating extra large items).

  Congregation Beth Emeth Sisterhood Semi-Annual Sale May 6th, 9am to 4pm, May 7th, 9am to 12noon then 1pm to 4pm Please join us for set-up Sunday, Monday and Tuesday the 3rd, 4th and 5th. You get lunch AND first pick on the best bargains !!! Contact: Sheila Weinberg.

  The Beth Emeth Caring Community Connection (CCC) was established to create a warm, caring atmosphere at Beth Emeth by reaching out to our congregants in a supportive and helpful manner. A variety of subcommittees comprise the CCC: The Bereavement Team, Birthday Recognitions, Caring Community Corner, Caring Cooks, The Friendship Team, Home for the Holidays, Holiday Care Baskets, and The Transportation Team.

In the course of our lives, each of us encounters many changes which affect us in a variety of ways. These may include marriage, birth, illness, or the loss of a loved one. It is at times such as these that the values of our heritage and the support of our fellow congregants can be particularly meaningful. With this in mind, the Caring Community Connection is trying to gather information on the needs of our congregants. We encourage you to complete the survey to help the CCC determine how we can best meet the needs of the congregants of Beth Emeth. Surveys can be returned to Beth Emeth c/o Vicki Simon.

The current members of the CCC are looking for new members, new ideas, and new input. Please consider joining this committee to experience the feeling of being a part of a warm and caring group of people while reaching out to others. The CCC meets the first Monday of each month. Contact Vicki Simon, or the Temple office @ 764-2393 if you are interested in becoming a member of the Caring Community Connection or if you know someone who may benefit from the support or assistance of the CCC. The Caring Community Connection is a way to show you care…Please join us and make a difference in the lives of others!