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FRIDAY NOV 14, 2025
PARASHAT: Chaye Sarah
CANDLE LIGHTING: 4:19 pm
SHABBAT ENDS: 5:26 pm
PRAYER TIMES
UMJCA Central Board and Synagogue Boards Elections- This Sun, Nov 16
Dear Community Members, The Supervisory Council is pleased to announce the upcoming elections for the Central Board and Synagogue Boards. The elections will take place on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Mashadi Jewish Center, Shaare Shalom Synagogue. Participating in the upcoming elections is one of the most meaningful and rewarding ways to contribute and make a positive impact. We encourage all community members to take part. Thank you for your continued support.
Cathy Banilivy | Allen Hakim | Allen Hakimian | Babak Kamali | Herbert Livi | Mahtab Zar
LIST OF CANDIDATES and PICTURES
Central Board and Synagogue Boards Picture and Biographies Brochure
Join Us for the Mashadi Bikkur Cholim Health Fair!
This Sunday, November 16
Location: Shaare Shalom Social Hall, 54 Steamboat Road
 Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Discover a wealth of health resources and community support at this special event! Meet local physicians and learn about their specialties, and explore the many services offered by Mashadi Bikkur Cholim, including:
  • Mashadi Fertility Help
  • Mental Health Center
  • Cancer Support
  • Social Services & Senior Services
  • Children with Special Needs
  • Hospital & Children’s Hospital Visitation
  • Northwell Health Hospital Liaison
  • Hatzalah
  • Angel Fund
Plus, FREE flu shots and information on all the free services available to our community.
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, learn, and take proactive steps toward better health—brought to you by Mashadi Bikkur Cholim
Submitted by Dr Ariel Nassim
Shaare Shalom Shabbat Speaker:
David Hazghian
Submitted By Hertzl Cohanpour
The NOT SO Newlywed Game – Sat Night, Nov 15
Please join us Saturday night November 15th for a night full of fun, sushi and surprises. Doors open 9:00 pm. $75 per person, venmo @paysisterhood.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
Club MJC Prek-1st Grade boys & 4th-6th Grade Boys: Nov. 15 & NEW CHAT GROUP
To register, please go to programs.mashadi.org/clubmjc
A chat was made to have all the communication in one place for all parents that send to club mjc, everything will be sent here from what’s happening that week, to special weeks, if there is an off week, what grade and where they will be coming. Hope to see everyone this term! Open this link to join my WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/C9t5SLRgCXmJ6leZiLqCQF
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
Coat Drive
Help local families in need by donating coats and jackets in all shapes and sizes. There will be bins in the corridors of Ohr Esther kanissa from November 12th-30th. Coats can be left there. 
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
TORAH FOR OUR TIMES @ OHR ESTHER
All community women are invited to join a new class, TORAH FOR OUR TIMES, to learn & discuss timeless wisdom from the Torah portion of the week. This week’s guest speaker on Parashat Chayei Sarah: Arezou Carmili. Please join us this Saturday, November 15th from 12:30 - 1:00 pm at Ohr Esther.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
WE ARE BACK!! PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME!
Ladies, please join us this Shabbat for A TASTE OF TORAH, with Rabbanit Coty Bitton and featuring this week: Parashat Chayei Sarah, with special guest speaker Avigail Simhaee Kalaty. 12:15 pm, downstairs Beit Midrash.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO 
Saturday Night Family Learning Program is Back
With "GAME Night" with many Shabbat friendly prizes this Saturday Night from 7:00-8:00 pm @ 54. Learning for Boys & Girls of all ages, Snacks, FLP Junior for children ages 5 and younger, Kahoot challenge and cool Raffle prizes every week. This week's Family Learning Program is sponsored by: Mr and Mrs Steven Dilamani liluy nishmat Menashe Ben Chanukah, Mr and Mrs Yoni Cohen, Mr and Mrs Josh Sabzevari, Mr and Mrs Jonathan Zabihi, Mr and Mrs Jonathan Gad, Mr and Mrs Jacob Hakimi.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
The 3 Mitzvot of Women
Join us for a 4-part series on *Challah, Mikveh & Shabbat Candles* and how they can transform your Shalom Bayit & Home with Morah Mezei - Tuesdays @ 8:30 pm - Nov 11 | Nov 18 | Nov 25 | Dec 2. Hosted at different homes – free but RSVP required! Sign up to get addresses & recordings.
https://forms.gle/DrBYWJp3cNgHpPmG6
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
IAJF 24th ANNUAL GALA - Tue, Nov 18
Keynote Speaker: Liev Schreiber, Actor, Co-Founder Blue Check Ukraine - Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York City. Dinner Reception At 6:00 Pm - Program At 8:00 Pm - 516-466-8947 • Rsvp@Iafny.Org • https://www.iajfny.org/
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
 
Motze Shabbat Classes with Rav Ben-Haim Starting This Week
We are excited to announce the launch of our winter Motze Shabbat shiurim with Rav Ben-Haim starting this Motze Shabbat BH. The class will take place right after Shabbat ends in the library of Shaare Shalom Synagogue. The topic for the this winter will be laws of Tzedakah and Maaser. Class will be in Hebrew. For more information contact Rabbi Mosheh Aziz
NOVEMBER 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
Angel Fund Announcement
If you made a pledge during the Angel Fund fundraising campaign and have not yet received a bill, please contact by TEXT Message: George Dilamani – (516) 770-5635,  Morris Aziz – (516) 850-8787.  If you did not have the opportunity to participate or would like to increase your pledge, it’s not too late — we welcome your support! Thank you for being a part of this important cause.
LARGE SELECTION AVAILABLE
Large selection of new Tzitzit for Bar Mitzvahs, weddings, Tzitzit Kattan,Mezuzot, and Tefilins Are available for purchase in Shaare Shalom. For more information, please contact THE Shaare shalom office, Morris Aziz, Parham Shaer.
SUNDAY TEFILIN CLASS
Join us Sundays starting October 19 at Shaare Shalom for a morning of tefillah, learning, and basketball with Rabbi Yoav Arjhang and Arieh Livieim. Class runs 10:30–11:30 AM, followed by a meat lunch and basketball until 12:30 PM. For details, contact Rabbi Arjhang at (516) 695-7606 or Arieh Livieim at (516) 532-5977.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
SBM Presents “Semichat Chaver Program” with Rabbi Mosheh Aziz!
All men are invited to join the second season of our weekly in-depth halacha shiur studying the laws of Meat and Dairy. Class is open to men only. First class for the upcoming season begins on Wednesday October 29th. For more information or to join, contact Rabbi Mosheh Aziz (516) 423-1939. Link To Join Chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IorjCWx5LDoFfyr4VCVl69.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
Because Kids Don’t Come with a Manual – MONDAY’S
We’re kicking it off with a brand new interactive parenting workshop with Rebecca Hakimi ON MONDAYS! Learn the tools to help you handle: Big feelings, Meltdowns, Triggers & boundaries, Play time vs. screen time. Lunch by Jus by Julie - $60 for 4 classes - Shaare Rachamim -697 Middle Neck Rd. 12:00 pm.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
SBM Tutoring – Now Open for Registration!
Looking for quality hebrew and Jewish tutoring for your son?
We’re excited to relaunch for the new school year with personalized sessions designed to help your child grow! Boys ages 6–17 (No Bar Mitzvah students). Located at Shaare Rachamim -  45-minute sessions - Only $40 per session - Subjects include Hebrew, Chumash, Mishnah, Gemara & more! Spots are limited – reserve your spot before the school year gets busy! To set up your son with one of our tutors, please reach out to Josh Aziz on WhatsApp at (516) 418-4601. Spots are limited!!
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
Mashadi Heritage Corner PICTURE
DO YOU RECOGNIZE ANY OF THEM?
PLEASE SEE BELOW THE NAMES SUBMITTED BY COMMUNITY MEMBERS:
Yeshiva Scholarship Application
The applications for the Yeshiva scholarships are now available for the academic year 2025- 2026. This year the applications can be submitted to https://forms.gle/6QSccQXb1D4UCDcP6. Please note that a copy of the school invoice MUST also be sent to the committee at UMJCAyeshivafund@gmail.com . Submitted by Edo Livi.
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 Sisterhood 6th Grade Bar & Bat Mitzvah List
SIGN UP!!! @ https://forms.gle/L5QfvV8MtR2ruVtf6
Please fill out the attached form for your 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. Submitted by Monika Anavim.
Sisterhood’s Women's Entrepreneurship Directory
We are proud to recognize the many talented women within our own community who have launched their own businesses. To support and celebrate their efforts, the UMJCA Sisterhood is excited to introduce the Women's Entrepreneurship Directory — a central space where you can explore and connect with these inspiring ventures. We invite you to bookmark this page and visit often as we continue to grow and spotlight the incredible women in our midst.
CLICK HERE
 
SHIRA GUIDELINES 
CLICK HERE
Mashadi Chessed Network
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Mashadi Chessed Network, an MYC initiative. This platform has been created to connect volunteers with meaningful chessed opportunities across our community. Please note, this is an admin-only chat and no fundraising will take place here. If you would like to volunteer or have a request, feel free to reach out to the admins. Join the group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DcZiYyTvA4oBfBlGrMagip.
Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. For more information please contact Arieh Livieim.
Mashadi Wedding Boutique
In an effort to make life easier for newly engaged couples, and thanks to the incredible generosity of several bridal dress distributors, the Sisterhood is pleased to announce that brand new wedding dresses will be available to Mashadi brides completely for free. Donations to this fund are welcomed @UMJCAevents. Suggested donation of $0 - $1,000 based on comfort level (no obligations). Tailoring by others.
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND CONTACT INFO  
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.
Daily Classes in Shaare Shalom with Rabbi Mosheh Aziz
Please join us for daily classes with Rabbi Mosheh Aziz in Shaare Shalom.
■ Pele Yoetz Daily - Monday-Friday 7:45 am - 8:05 ambefore the 8:05 am Minyan
■ NEW Parasha of the Week with Rashi - Monday-Friday 8:10 am - 8:30 am
before the 8:30 am Minyan
For more information, speak with Rabbi Mosheh Aziz or Adam Liviem
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.
Join the new chat!s!
We have created two chats for community members to ask any shabbat/holiday or kashrut related questions. All questions will be answered by community rabbi's and teachers.
Join the chats by clicking on the links below.
Shabbat & Holiday chat:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/GW3Q7QrY3VtIJdMB3o17YP
Kosher Chat:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fh7Antlmk7CETORsbkHLOP
SHIRA NEWS
Shaare Shalom
-  Celebrating the Birth of the  Baby Boy, born to Natali  and Shira Dr. Joseph Yehounatan (Babai) (Main Sanctuary)
Ohr Esther - Young Mashadi Jewish Center
-  Celebrating the Wedding of Evie to Tanner Zar
- Celebrating the Bar-Mitzvah Torah Reading by Coby Kamali, son of Judith and Ramin Kamali
- Celebrating the Torah Reading by Rex Kamali, son of Judith and Ramin Kamali
Shaare Rachamim
- No Shiras were reported at Shaare Rachamim
CLICK HERE FOR THE SHIRA NEWS WITH PICTURE
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
■ ZMANIM EXPLAINED ■ THE JEWISH VOTE ■ HISTORY OF JEWISH NEW YORK
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
CLICK HERE FOR THE PRINTABLE VERSION ON SHALOM WEEK
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
To subscribe by WhatsApp CLICK HERE
To subscribe by email or to write one week, contact mashadishabbatspice@gmail.com
Rabbi Ezrahian Classes on Zoom
CLICK HERE
Mr Bassalian Zoom Page
CLICK HERE 
NOAM NEWS