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OCT 23, 2026
PARASHAT LECH LECHA
CANDLE LIGHTING: 5:44 pm

SHABBAT ENDS: 6:51 pm
PRAYER TIMES

 
Shaare Shalom Shabbat Speaker 
Mansour Karimzadeh      
Submitted By Hertzl Cohanpour
Skip the Election Day Lines – Early Voting Starts Sunday
Skip the Election Day lines — vote early at Great Neck House, 14 Arrandale Ave, Sunday Oct 25 through Sunday Nov 1. Every vote counts! Submitted by Mehran Hakimian
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The Eruv In This Section Is Back Up
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UMJCA Eruv Committee
Ladies Seuda Shelishit at Shaare Rachamim
Ladies, please join us this Shabbat for a special Seuda Shelishit at Shaare Rachamim, with Rabbanit Coty Bitton and featuring: Chana Hekmati and Nusha Livi. 5:30 pm, Outdoor Tent
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Seuda Shelishit @ Shaare Rachamim
A special Evening with Rabbi Bitton. Shaare Rachamim invites all men to come and enjoy Seudah Shelishi again. Shabbat afternoon following Mincha. Seudah Shlishit sponsored in memory of Ariel Mashiach Ben Yehuda, by Ariel’s Friends. Special Guest Speakers: Adam Hajibai and Nick Hakimi 
Sunday Morning Class with Rabbi Ghassabian
Join us this Sunday morning at Shaare Rachamim for a special class with Rabbi Ghassabian, immediately following the 8:15 AM Minyan. A lavish breakfast will be served. Everyone is welcome!
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Israel Talk with Rabbi Yosef Bitton is BACK
Join us Shabbat Days in the Shaare Rachamim Main Sanctuary at 12:15 PM following Kiddush, as Rabbi Bitton analyzes and discusses the ongoing situation in our beloved homeland, providing insights through the lense of the Torah and Jewish History.Open to men and women. The entire community is invited to attend!
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Hilchot Shabbat with Rabbi Ephraim (Aaron) Levian
Join Rabbi Ephraim (Aaron) Levian every Monday night for an in-depth shiur on Hilchot Shabbat. A thorough exploration of the halachot, from the foundations to practical Halacha L’Maaseh. Shaare Rachamim - 8:30–9:30 PM - New topic — Tosefet Shabbat begins tonight!
Link to Chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JQyB6YmIy5D5Yzg1Jqx8Q5?s=cl&p=i&mlu=4&ilr=4&iam=0
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Shabbat Project in Memory of Ariel Mardkhai z"l
The UMJCA dedicated this year's global shabbat to the memory of Ariel Mashiakh Ben Yehuda z"l. The Shabbat of October 31st will host a 'family day' at Shaare Shalom, a ladies panel of speakers, and a hangout with food & boardgames for the Gym Minyan. Everyone is invited to observe Shabbat to their own comfort level (eg put away phones, say havdallah, etc). Submitted by Michael Hakimian.
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MESA OPEN HOUSE – Wed, Nov 4
Come see what makes MESA so special! Meet our dedicated teachers and leadership, learn about our academic and Judaic programs, and experience the warmth of our growing school community. Whether you’re already part of the MESA family or considering joining us, we’d love to welcome you! Get a glimpse of MESA by watching our video!
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DehXomlhoGb/?mdxt=MjYxaXNyOTNybmtz
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 7:00–9:00 PM - Temple Emanuel, Great Neck. Light parve dinner and wine tasting will be served. Bring your friends and family! We look forward to seeing you! Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP! We look forward to welcoming you!
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Shabbat Table Talk
Please read out loud, with children at your table, the Magen Ephraim Sephardic Academy (MESA) Shabbat Table Talk, by Rabbi Yosef Bitton & Rabbi Adam Sabzevari. This week’s edition has been sponsored by Afshin & Dana Bassali. For sponsorship, please contact Steven Dilamani.
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Family Learning Program Back on November 7th
Family Learning Program is coming back on Saturday Night November 7thfor a Brand New Season of Learning, Friends, New Faces and Even more Raffle Prizes.
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IVREAD Starts Soon! Don't Miss out!
Monday, November 9th - 8 PM - 130 Steamboat Rd - https://forms.gle/jEgEskUv2fccMM22A. Learn how to pray, for life! Start fresh this Fall with IVREAD as we launch our 33rd Semester! The program provides 7 weeks of classes to take your Hebrew reading skills and Prayers to the next level with our extremely talented teachers!
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OCTOBER Classes at Shaare Shalom & Shaare Rachamim
All men are invited to join in on any of this month’s classes. Classes take place in Shaare Shalom & Shaare Rachamim, both mornings & evenings. 
Submitted by R. Michael Livi.  
See attached flyers for Details:
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR SHAARE SHALOM MORNING CLASSES
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR SHAARE RACHAMIM MORNING CLASSES
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR SHAARE RACHAMIM NIGHTLY CLASSES
UMJCA Sisterhood & MYC Election and Nomination Forms
The election for the UMJCA Sisterhood and the Mashadi Youth Committee (MYC) will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, at: Shaare Shalom Synagogue, 54 Steamboat Road
Eligibility for Nomination
  • UMJCA Sisterhood: Any woman 21 years of age or older may be nominated.
  • Mashadi Youth Committee (MYC): All nominees, both men and women, must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
Please submit all nomination or candidacy forms by email to mashadisc2025@gmail.com or by fax to 212-575-8244.
For more information, please contact any member of the Supervisory Council:
Cathy Banilivy • Allen Hakim • Allen Hakimian • Babak Kamali • Herbert Livi • Igal Nassim • Mahtab Zar
Sunday Tefillin Class for 7th & 8th Grade Boys
Join us for our Sunday Tefillin Class for 7th & 8th Grade Boys, starting October 11th - 10:30–11:30 AM: Tefillin Class - 11:30 AM–12:30 PM: Meat Lunch & Basketball. Shaare Shalom, 54 Steamboat Road. For more info or to join the chat, contact *R’ Yoav Arjhang: (516) 695-7606.
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Keep Your Holiday Spark Strong
Turn the inspiration, learning, and goals from the holidays into something that lasts. Join Women's Partners in Learning for the upcoming semester!. Sign up by October 14th
https://forms.gle/bsrk1KdHrGx4LiFX9
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UMJCA Programming in need of male Mashadi teenage assistants/female subs/male subs
Seeking outgoing, helpful, candidates that model good sportsmanship to our youth, are great communicators, and critically, an extra set of eyes and ears, keeping safety first. Please reach out to bazmeh@mashadi.org or WhatsApp text 516-304-5266.
Registration Is Now Open for The 2027 Israel Bar Mitzvah Tour
Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Registration is now open for the 2027 Israel bar mitzvah tour. If you're a parent of a bar mitzvah boy, sign up today using the special code. Submitted by Matthey Zaroovabeli.
CLICK HERE   
Yeshiva Scholarship Application
The applications for the Yeshiva scholarships are now available for the academic year 2026- 2027. This year the applications can be submitted to https://forms.gle/9ky3yJK7dkWgHn9Z8. Please note that a copy of the school invoice MUST also be sent to the committee at UMJCAyeshivafund@gmail.com. Submitted by Edo Livi.
Mashadi Heritage Corner 
DO YOU RECOGNIZE ANY OF THEM?
If not, can you show to your Parents or Grandparents? Tag or comment below by reference number! We will gather the names and publish it in two weeks. TO FIND OUT THE NAMES OF PREVIOUS HERITAGE CORNER POSTS AND TO SEND YOUR YOUR REPLIES PLEASE GO TO: https://www.facebook.com/yehudi.mashadi  OR
https://www.facebook.com/kanissanews
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE PICTURE 
UMJCA After-School Class Registration
UMJCA after-school class registration is open at programs.mashadi.org
Questions? Email bazmeh@mashadi.org or WhatsApp text to 516-304-2297.
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BRIDAL SHOWER Guidelines Reminder
Dear Community Members,
As we enter another season filled with engagements, weddings, and family semachot, we would like to extend our heartfelt Mazal Tov to all those celebrating these joyous occasions. We are grateful to see that the vast majority of our community has embraced and followed the pre-wedding celebration guidelines adopted by the Central Board last year. Your cooperation and consideration have helped preserve the meaningful nature of these events while easing financial and social pressures on families and guests. As a gentle reminder, these guidelines include AVOIDING SUNDAY EVENTS and striving to keep bridal showers, Hanna Bandoons, and similar pre-wedding CELEBRATIONS GIFT-FREE . We appreciate everyone's continued support and commitment to the values of unity, consideration, and mutual respect that make our community so special.Wishing a heartfelt Mazal Tov to all of the families celebrating happy occasions, and may we continue to share many semachot together. Warm regards, UMJCA Central Board
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UMJCA Sisterhood 5th & 6th Grade Bar & Bat Mitzvah List SIGN UP!!!
https://forms.gle/ip25ZWMPUz4e8NBHA
Parents - you asked, we listened!  Due to the number of requests we received for a comprehensive list of community 5th graders, in addition to middle schoolers, we have decided to pilot an initiative to collect this grade as well. Please fill out the attached form for your incoming 5th and/or incoming 6th grader. This list is used for Sisterhood activities, Bar/Bat mitzvah list, Gym Minyan introduction, and other events. Please fill it out only ONCE PER CHILD. UMJCA SISTERHOOD
UMJCA Committees 2025-2028
As required by our bylaws, we are pleased to provide the current list of the Community’s 19 Standing Committees and 2 Councils. Volunteerism has always been one of the defining strengths of our community. Through the dedication of countless volunteers, our committees and councils help address community needs, develop new initiatives, and enhance the quality of life for all our members. We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who gives of their time and talents in service of the community.
Please find the attached PDF for the complete list of committees and councils
umjcacemetery.com: The NEW Mashadi Community Cemeteries Website
The Mashadi Community currently utilizes three properties within the New Montefiore Cemetery for burial of loved ones. Additionally, the community owns a fourth property at Beit Moses Cemetery, located across the street from New Montefiore. We are pleased to introduce this new website, designed to provide comprehensive information about your loved ones and cemetery details.
http://umjcacemetery.com/ - For more information, please email to umjcacemetery@gmail.com  
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE UMJCA CEMETERY WEBSITE 
UMJCA Wedding Package
We are happy to announce that UMJCA Wedding Package with Lederman Catering is BACK. For any information, please contact Haleh Benilevi at (516) 849-3636.
UMJCA Online Portal
Dear community members. We are proud to announce that the UMJCA has developed an online portal for community members to log in and view their pledges, pay their invoices, and download previous transactions. If interested in taking part in Online Billing and Payments , please forward your Name, Email address and Home address for verification to the following WhatsApp account. Only one Email per household can be used. Please Email your information to: BILLING@UMJCA.ORG. Once the Email is authenticated and authorized, you will receive a notification, and the user well have access to the portal. The UMJCA Online portal can currently be found in the Kanissa News mobile app under the Links Tab. Thank you.
SHIRA NEWS
Shaare Shalom
- Celebrating the Wedding of Joelle to Zakary Fouladi (Social Hall)
- Celebrating the Engagement of Yael Liviem to Evan Levian (Main Sanctuary)
Ohr Esther - Young Mashadi Jewish Center
- Celebrating the Bar-Mitzvah Torah Reading by Yonatan Koren, son of Karen and Benjamin Koren
Shaare Rachamim
- No Shiras were reported at Shaare Rachamim
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If you would like your Celebration and Picture listed in Shira News or Shalom Week, please email to kanissanews@gmail.com, or holondon@aol.com, whatsapp/text to (917) 859-0269 by Wednesday Night
THIS WEEK IN SHALOM WEEK
■ WHY DID HASHEM TEST AVRAHAM? ■ HALLOWEEN IS A NO-NO ■ JEWS AND HOLLLYWOOD ■ PARIS IS BURNING
Advertisements AND Sponsorships for each month. Please contact Ephraim Aminoff for details as soon as possible as space is limited. Email: Holondon@aol.com, Cell/Text: 516 359 9068
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Mashadi Women's Shabbat Spice
A weekly dose of wisdom & insights on the Parasha to spice up your Shabbat table! Each week features articles by two women of the community.
For this Week's Edition of Shabbat Spice CLICK HERE
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To subscribe by email or to write one week, contact mashadishabbatspice@gmail.com
Rabbi Ezrahian Classes on Zoom
Rabbi Ezrahian’s Interview Lifetime Stories CLICK HERE
WEEKLY PARASHAT
Mr Bassalian Zoom Page
Mr. Bassalian's Parasha Class: "Lech Lecha"
October 24, 2023
CLICK HERE 
NOAM NEWS