From the Cantors' Corner Here we are in early August thinking about Tisha B’Av. It is necessary to know and recognize our history as Jews realistically, but we are eternally optimistic. Our thoughts move forward to the Holidays soon to be upon us. A friend and colleague of ours taught us that the fast of Tisha B’Av is a sad one, whereas the fast of Yom Kippur has a different feel to it as we are anticipating God’s forgiveness and mercy. The music Lynn and I and the adult choir are working on for Rosh Ha Shanah and Yom Kippur services combines traditional and contemporary melodies. It is as if, with our prayers, we are embracing our history, yet we are reaching to the future. Religious School will soon begin and, along with the other teachers, we’ll be given another opportunity to instill Jewish values in those who will lead and teach our community just a few years from now. May we, in all these endeavors, be given wisdom from above and may our entire community learn the lessons of the past as we look expectantly and hopefully ahead. L’Shanah Tova, — Joe & Lynn Goldovitz

From the office of Joe & Lynn:   ADULT CHORAL ENSEMBLE   The first meeting of the adult choral ensemble will be Thursday evening, July 17th at 7:00 P.M. If you already responded with interest please join us. If you are still thinking about becoming involved please come that evening and see what’s going on. We’re looking forward to a fun time doing some nice music together. KABBALAT SHABBAT – BIMA 101    All you ever wanted to know about: Shabbat Candle Lighting Aliyot to the Torah Torah Lifting, Dressing and etc. Please join us at 7 PM, Wednesday evening, August 6th, for an informal seminar.  We will explore the traditions and how-to’s for the above-mentioned practices and more. If you would like to accept an honor of candle lighting, Ark opening/closing, Aliyah to the Torah … this is the information you will want!   Please let us know if you will be attending by calling the office or e-mailing us at joelynn.goldovitz@templebethel.com. YOUNG MUSICANS AND SINGERS   Young musicians and singers…we need you to join us to learn music for the “Shabbat Rocks” Friday evening services! If you can sing or if you play an instrument we want you to be part of our group. Together we’ll lead Kabbalat Shabbat Services on select Friday evenings throughout the year. Please e-mail us at joelynn.goldovitz@templebethel.com or call the Temple office.   Hope to hear from you soon, Joe & Lynn