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FRIDAY NOV 7, 2025
PARASHAT: Vayera
CANDLE LIGHTING: 4:25 pm
SHABBAT ENDS: 5:33 pm
PRAYER TIMES
Global Shabbat Project 11/7
Join Jews around the globe in doing just 1 thing better for this worldwide Shabbat (eg turning off phones, walk or bike to kanissa, etc). All singles are invited to a special MYC grand Kiddush, and teens to a special Gym Minyan Shabbat dinner (see gym minyan for details). Slightly elevated Kiddush at select minyanim. Shabbat 'Project' Shalom!
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
“Meet the Candidates” Nights
Please note that there will be two “Meet the Candidates” nights:
- Central Board – Monday, November 10th, at 8:00 PM, at Shaare Shalom Synagogue
- Synagogue Boards – Tuesday, November 11th, at 8:00 PM, also at Shaare Shalom Synagogue
We encourage all community members to attend and engage in this important election process.
YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS FOR THE CANDIDATES BY EMAILING TO mashadisc2025@gmail.com.
LIST OF CANDIDATES and PICTURES
Central Board and Synagogue Boards Picture and Biographies Brochure
Shabbat Project Grand Kiddush!
Join us Saturday November 8th for a special Shabbat Project Grand Kiddush! Live sushi/bar & Colbeh immediately following services at OEYM. See you there!
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Shaare Shalom Shabbat Speakers:
Doron Hakimian
Submitted By Hertzl Cohanpour
Saturday Night Family Learning Program is Back
With a New Season of Bigger and Better Raffle Prizes starting 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 Mickey Nassimiha, Mr and Mrs Simon Livi, Mr and Mrs Alex Navaei in honor of his son Julian, Mr and Mrs Joey Cohen, Mr and Mrs Mikael Kavian, Mr Aharon Liviem.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
THE LADIES CLUB AT 54
The women of Shaare Shalom are invited to a special program this Shabbat, with Mrs. Khana Zar as a guest speaker, and with inspiration from this week's Parashat Vayera. Please join us this Saturday, November 8th from 12:30 - 1:00pm in the 54 Library.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
Club MJC is back!
To register, please go to programs.mashadi.org/clubmjc
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
 
WE ARE BACK!!
Ladies, please join us this Shabbat for *A TASTE OF TORAH*, with Rabbanit Coty Bitton and featuring this week: Parashat Vayera, with special guest speaker Rivka Bitton. 12:30 pm, downstairs Beit Midrash.
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
Shabbat Project – Fountain of Kindness - Bring Shabbat to Those Who Need It Most
Sunday November 9th @3pm - Shaare Rachamim Main Floor. Join us for a day of Chesed to assemble Shabbat Boxes for families spending Shabbat in the hospital. Families are invited to deliver the boxes to local hospitals—a beautiful mitzvah opportunity (optional, but encouraged!). All supplies provided. Please fill out this form by Tues 11/4 if you will be joining!
https://forms.gle/RTsTDHvvtCBgjqTS7
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO  
NEW Weekday Arvit Minyan at Shaare Rachamim
Shaare Rachamim & SBM are pleased to announce the addition of a new Arvit Minyan. Starting Monday, November 10th, there will be a 7:45 pm Minyan for Arvit. This is in addition to the 10:05 pm minyan. This new minyan will be Monday through Thursday only.
 
Simkhat Torah Raffle Winners
1-Leon Ebrani
2-Jonathan Abda
3-Rimona Yaghoubi
4-Michael Hakimian
5-Adam Liviem
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  
COATS AND JACKETS @ SHAARE RACHAMIM
There are many coats left behind in the building. Please take a moment to come and check if any of them belong to you or your family. Any coats not claimed by Sunday, November 9th will be donated.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW IMAGE
Shaare Shalom PARKING Sticker Only Entry
Security Committee of 54 will be enforcing sticker only entry to the parking lot on Shabbat and Chagim. No car will be given entry to the 54 Parking Lot WITHOUT A UMJCA STICKER between 8:00 am and -1:00 pm on Shabbat. For more information please contact Matt Eliassi.
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.
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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  
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/
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Marc Provisor Art Exhibit
Great Neck Synagogue - Thursday November 13 - 7:00-7:30 pm - Art Exhibit and Sale (Paintings, Prints, Photographs) - Sushi Bar and Wine Tasting.  Mare Provisor is an Israeli artist and warrior. He served in the IDE and has spent most of his career as a counter-terrorism expert. For More Information , please contact Albert Bassal.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE INFO 
 
 
 
Donating Stock directly to UMJCA
Donating stock directly to UMJCA allows us to avoid paying capital gains tax on the investment's gains while also deducting the full market value of the stock. This gives us a bigger tax benefit than selling the stock and donating cash. Cash donation $5,000 → Save $1,500 - Stock donation $5,000 (cost basis $1,000) → Save $2,700. Extra $1,200 saved by donating stock. Donating stock allows us to save and give more.  Assumes 30% total Fed and NYS tax rate. Submitted by Arash Dilmanian - Arash.Dilmanian@silverpeak.com
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:
MJCC UPDATE
As construction progresses on this monumental project, we’re excited to announce that additional dedication opportunities have become available.
Please review the updated list of available dedications and contact Omid Hakimi @ (516)770-5533.
 
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 Wedding of Sofia to David Hadjibay (Social Hall Minyan)
- Celebrating the Wedding of Eliane to Aidan Hakimian (Main Sanctuary)
Ohr Esther - Young Mashadi Jewish Center
- Celebrating the Bar-Mitzvah Torah Reading by Lucas Livieim, son of Brenda and Lorenzo Livieim
- Celebrating the Bar-Mitzvah Torah Reading by Jake Hakimian, son of Carly and Elan Hakimian
- Celebrating the Torah Reading by Jayden Hakimian, son of Carly and Elan Hakimian
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
■ SHABBAT PROJECT ■ THE REAL GENOCIDES ■ THE REAL REFUGEES
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