Week of September 26

ON CAMPUS:

Apples and Honey!
Join us for apples and honey in the foyer of the law school to celebrate a sweet new year! Please note that his event has changed and will be on Friday, not Wednesday.

Friday, September 30
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Law School Commons
 

Jewish Conversation: Voices and Reconciliation
A discussion with Professor Shari Motro based off of “A Land Twice Promised” – coffee service will be provided, bring your lunch.

Tuesday, October 4, 12-1 pm  
Westhampton Dean’s Living Room

IN THE COMMUNITY:

Tikkun Olam Tuesday
Volunteer for BINGO at Beth Shalom Gardens. We will be running and playing Bingo with residents of the Gardens, Richmond’s Jewish assisted living facility. No better way to spend the last evening of the year then to make others smile!  You can let me know you are coming or just show up!  Looking forward to seeing you there!

Tuesday, September 27 7:00 pm
Beth Shalom Gardens

HIGH HOLIDAY INFORMATION:

*Note to 2Ls
The mandatory Law Skills III weekend seminar directly coincides with Yom Kippur. Dean Douglass is aware of this and has given us an excused absence for the weekend-- if we attend a makeup session. We are in the process of scheduling an afternoon make-up session for those who need it. Check blackboard for updates and to contact Dean Douglass directly.


High Holidays- On Campus
Yom Kippur Break Fast
Join students, faculty, staff, and their families as we mark the end of the Day of Atonement with a havdallah service and a dairy buffet. Email Rabbi Goodman for more information.

Saturday, October 8
6:30-8:30 pm
International Center Commons

High Holiday Services- Off Campus
The synagogues in Richmond welcome Jewish students and graduate students to their high holiday services for free. HOWEVER, they require that you show your student ID at the door in lieu of a ticket. If you know what synagogue you would like to attend for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, you can email Alison  or Rabbi Goodman to get your name on "the list."

For a list of synagogues in the area, visit our blog at http://www.richmondjlsa.blogspot.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

On Campus:


Homecoming Shabbat Event
Join Richmond and Richmond Law alumni for a kabbalat Shabbat service and Shabbat dinner. This is a great opportunity to not only have a great meal but to network with alumni living in the area.

Friday, October 21
6:30-9:00 pm
The University Club


In the Community:

Grand Event
Jewish Community Federation of Richmond presents an evening with Dr. Jonathan Sarna
You are invited to a dessert reception and to hear Dr. Sarna address the community.  If you are interested in attending the cocktail hour and dinner prior to the main stage event, please contact Danielle Aaronson (DAaronson@jewishrichmond.org) for details and tickets.

Wednesday, October 5 at 7:30 pm
The Virginia Historical Society

Sukkot Mitzvah Day
Help build a sukkah at Beth Sholom Gardens for their residents.
Come participate in this mitzvah and enjoy the autumn weather with us!

Sunday, October 9 at 3:00 pm
Beth Shalom Gardens

J-Town Sukkot Open House Gathering
Saturday, Oct. 15
6:30 pm
Location TBA

RABBI’S CORNER:
Happy New Year!!  May 5772 be a year of health and beauty, peace and growth, wisdom and understanding, insight and courage, knowledge and comfort.
Have a wonderful Rosh Hashanah!
Shannah Tovah Um’tukah – For a sweet and happy New Year!
L’shalom,
Rabbi Goodman