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Preparing for the High Holy Days
 Does anyone else get excited for the High Holidays? For many kids (and adults) it can be challenging to sit in temple all day, but we encourage you to think of it as a time of reflection, both for you and your kids. Take this time to think about the past year, both the good and the bad. Make amends and encourage your children to do the same. Ask them what they would like to see happen in the New Year, and talk about how you can help transform their hopes into reality.
Another reason to love the holidays – tradition. These days, with so many other areas of our lives constantly changing, it can be comforting to know that some things remain the same year after year. The beauty of the High Holidays service is found in its consistency – the same prayers, being with family and friends, and honoring our loved ones who have passed away.
This year, Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) begins at sunset on Oct. 2nd and Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) begins at sunset on Oct. 11th. If you need help finding a High Holiday service to attend in San Diego, please contact Malissa at malissaw@jfssd.org. We can help you find options for members, non-members, as well as free community gatherings in San Diego for everyone who wants to participate.
In October, we hit the Jewish holiday jackpot! Did you know that we also get to celebrate Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah? For more information on those holidays, check out our “Jewish Holidays Spotlight.”
Have you joined the SJSP Facebook group yet? Our FB group offers a great way to connect and share with other Jewish single parents beyond our monthly groups or events. We’ll also be using it to poll your interest about future events. Email Malissa at malissaw@jfssd.org to join and connect with other single Jewish parents.
Rosh Hashanah Um’tukah (A good and sweet year),
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SJSP: Discussion Group
What is it?
- Meet with other Jewish single parents encountering the issues, challenges, and triumphs of raising a child on their own.
- A light dinner is provided and a child activity program is available.
- Newcomers welcome!
Thursday, October 6, 6:00 - 7:30pm – San Diego
JFS - JOAN & IRWIN JACOBS CAMPUS
Community Services Building
8788 Balboa Avenue, San Diego 92123
Wednesday, October 19, 6:00 - 7:30pm – North County
Temple Solel - 3575 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff by the Sea 92007
*Space is limited - RSVP to Malissa Winicki at (858) 637-3328 or malissaw@jfssd.org.
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Dudes to Dads Support Group
 What is it?
- Led by Jason Kreidman, this non-religious meet-up is for San Diegan dads to discuss, learn, and share experiences on the transition from single man to family man.
- Get together with other fathers and discuss parenting techniques, ways to improve your marriage, and tips to enhance the overall quality of your life.
Tuesday, October 18, 5:45 - 7:15pm – North County
Jason Kreidman’s Office, 322 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 210, Encinitas 92024
Click here to RSVP. For more information, email info@dudestodads.com.
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JFS Employment and Career Services
Are you ready to jump into the career you’ve always wanted? Do you want professional career guidance to get you started? Check out these upcoming JFS Employment & Career Services workshops:
 Harness the Power of LinkedIn
Tuesday, October 11, 2016 | 9:00am–12:00pm
Jewish Family Service
JOAN & IRWIN JACOBS CAMPUS
Turk Family Center
8804 Balboa Avenue, San Diego 92123
Learn all about LinkedIn at JFS Employment & Career Services’ brand new, hands‑on workshop. Find out how to create a winning professional profile and how to use LinkedIn for networking, job searching, and promoting your personal brand. Learn More & Register>>
Network for Your Net Worth
Thursday, October 20, 2016 | 10:30am–12:00pm
Jewish Family Service
JOAN & IRWIN JACOBS CAMPUS
Turk Family Center
8804 Balboa Avenue, San Diego 92123
Your personal network is the most effective tool you can use in your job search. This engaging and participatory workshop will give you top-notch tips for finding job leads, for creating a positive first impression, and for developing a winning networking strategy. Learn More & Register>>
 Career Kick-Start
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00am–12:00pm
November 8, 10, 15 & 17
Jewish Family Service
JOAN & IRWIN JACOBS CAMPUS
Community Service Building
8788 Balboa Avenue
San Diego 92123
Do you feel stuck in your job search? Kick your job search into high gear with JFS Employment & Career Services intensive, two-week course designed for people actively looking for employment. Learn More & Register>>
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 Help Out at the Hand Up Youth Food Pantry
The Hand Up Youth Food Pantry feeds hundreds of homeless and hungry individuals and families each month. You can help alleviate hunger by conducting a food drive in your school, business, group, or congregation! We’ll provide you with everything you need, including flyers and food bins.
Volunteers are also needed in the pantry to sort through donations, stock the shelves, and assemble food bags for distribution. Two Sundays a month, volunteers are invited to participate in our military food distributions. We have a wide variety of opportunities in the pantry and other areas for both individual and group volunteers.
Complete the Hand Up volunteer application to register for volunteer opportunities in the pantry or one of our military distributions. Or, view our complete list of volunteer opportunities>>.
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Jewish Holiday Spotlight:
Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah
- Sukkot means “booths” (the singular is sukkah). Sukkot commemorates the wanderings of the Israelites in the desert, with the booths or huts representing the temporary shelters that the Israelites lived in for 40 years. It is considered a mitzvah to eat, sleep and invite guests into your sukkah. For a fun art project, check out this edible sukkah project.
- Much of the imagery of the holiday revolves around rejoicing and thanking God for the completed harvest. A ritual of Sukkot is the waving of the lulav,a woven bundle of the four species of plants mentioned in the Torah: lulav (palm frond), the hadass (myrtle), and the aravah (willow) with an etrog (citron). While holding them together, we wave them in four directions as a symbol of G-d’s surrounding presence.
- Shemini Atzeret means “the assembly of the eighth (day).” Accordingly, it is the final day of celebration of Sukkot.
- Atzeret can also mean “to gather” or “to store up.” It is thought that we must store up the sentiments of gratitude and devotion acquired throughout the entire fall holiday season because it will be two months before we celebrate the next Jewish holiday, Hanukkah.
- Simchat Torah means “rejoicing in the Torah.” This holiday marks the completion of the annual cycle of weekly Torah readings. We read the last Torah portion, then proceed immediately to the first chapter of Genesis, reminding us that the Torah is a circle, and never ends.
- During this time of great celebration, there are processions around the synagogue carrying Torah scrolls and plenty of high-spirited singing and dancing in the synagogue with the Torahs. Children often follow the procession around the synagogue, sometimes carrying small toy Torahs.
(Source: www.jewfaq.org; www.myjewishlearning.com)
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Every Sunday ∙ House of Israel – FREE!
Visit this showcase of Israeli culture, history,
and innovation in the heart of Balboa Park. Click here for more information.
Saturday, October 1, 11:00am-6:00pm ∙ Pacific BeachFest
This annual one-day event at the Pacific Beach Boardwalk is perfect for San Diegans looking to enjoy all that our beaches have to offer. Events include live music, kids action alley, and a fish taco contest. Click here for more information.
 Saturday & Sunday, October 15 & 16 ∙ San Diego Kids Expo & Fair
This annual event is part business showcase and non-profits on display, part fun fair and part music and dance festival. Expect to see 150 local and national companies that have things that make a child’s life better. Whether you are looking for tips on healthy cooking for kids or a swim instructor and everything in between, the San Diego Kids Expo and Fair has it. Click here for more information.
Sunday, October 16 ∙ Boss's Day
Head hanchos need appreciation too! A great opportunity to let your boss know that you appreciate them.
Thusday-Sunday, October 20-22 ∙ 7:00pm ∙ Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Launch with Jennifer Weiner
The Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus will launch San Diego's internationally recognized 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair with a preview event of #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner, author of soon-to-be-released, "Hungry Heart: Adventures in Life, Love, and Writing." Weiner is a hilarious and honest author with 14 credited novels. Meet the author of at the David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla, California 92037 Cost: $32 / $27 JCC members (includes a copy Hungry Heart). For more information go to www.sdjbf.org. Family day at the San Diego Jewish Book Fair is Sunday, October 30.
Saturday-Monday, October 21-23 ∙ Harvest Festival
Right in the middle of the Jewish harvest holiday, Sukkot, head to the Harvest Festival at the Del Mar Fairgrounds; a fun way to welcome the fall season. Click here for more information.
Monday, October 23 ∙ 11:00am-3:00pm ∙ Sukkot on the Farm
No better place to celebrate Sukkot than on a farm! Join the Coastal Roots Farm for an educational and fun Sukkot experience. The day will include live music, food, and fun activities for the whole family. For more information, email hello@coastalrootsfarm.org.
Thursday, October 27 ∙ 7:00pm ∙ San Diego Jewish Film Festival Mid-Season Screening
The Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus presents a San Diego Jewish Film Festival Mid-Season Screening of "Bang! The Bert Berns Story: The great untold story of Rock and Roll." Music meets the Mob in this bio-doc narrated by Steven Van Zandt. You may have never heard of Bert Berns, but you know the enduring songs he has written and produced, including "Twist & Shout," "Tell Him," and "Hang On Sloopy." Join us for an evening of musical history at the David and Dorothea Garfield Theater LFJCC, Jacobs Family Campus, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla. For tickets or information call 858-362-1348 or visit www.sdjff.org. Ticket prices: $13.25/member $15.25/non-member.
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Sukkot – Edible Sukkah
Materials:
- Paper Plates
- Frosting
- Graham Crackers
- Large Pretzel Sticks
- Trix Cereal
- Parsley Leaves
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1) Stick bottom cracker to the plate with a dollop of frosting to create the floor of the sukkah.
2) Use frosting to “glue” walls to edges of floor and each other. A sukkah has three sides with no covered roof.
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3) Add frosting to the tops of the graham crackers and place pretzel sticks across the top of the sukkah.
4) Attach Trix cereal “fruit” to the bottom of sticks with frosting.
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5) Add parsley leaves to the top of the pretzel sticks.
Bonus: Add a Twizzler pull ‘n’ peel basket filled with kosher fruit-shaped candies
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Take your sukkah into the sukkah and enjoy. Have a great Sukkot and a happy and healthy New Year. If you need help finding a location that has a sukkah, please contact Malissa or Susan.
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