Northeast Queens Jewish Community Council

Community Calendar & Events view NEQJCC Meetings

[NEQJCC Members: please submit your events -- following the format items below are posted via info@northeastqueensjewish.org]

2011 - 5771

Thursday, April 19, 2012 - 27 Nisan 5772
Microsoft Office 101: Learn Word, Power Point and Excel
11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. at Samuel Field Y
58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck 11362
12 Thursdays beginning April 19, 2012. Being computer savvy is essential to obtain and maintain employment in this current job market. Ensure that you have the knowledge necessary to succeed. This training is a comprehensive, 12 week course geared to prepare you for the real life applications of Microsoft Office. Learning the basic skills will enhance your confidence when working with a computer.
Space is limited. Advanced registration is mandatory. First 10 people to register will be enrolled. IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST COMMIT TO ALL 12 SESSIONS. Download the flyer. RSVP to: (718) 224-0566 or connect-to-care@sfy.org

Sunday, May 6, 2012 - 14 Iyyar 5772
UJA Breakfast Honoring Iris and Harvey Schachter,
9:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Jewish Center,
183-02 Union Turnpike, Flushing 11366
Iris and Harvey Schachter, long time leaders in the Queens Jewish Boy Scout Group among their many other Jewish Volunteer activities.
Couvert is $18.00 per person. Call (718) 380-4145

Sunday May 6, 2012 - 14 Iyyar 5772
Israel Bonds Breakfast Honoring Debbie and Chuck Waxman
10:00 a.m. at the Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY 11004
sponsored by Young Israel of New Hyde Park & Lake Success Jewish Center
Keynote Speaker: Shlomi Kofman – Deputy Consul General of Israel, Consulate of
Couvert: $5 in advance (before May 3rd) - $10 at the door
For reservations and information contact: Arnie Schweitzer at 212-446-5858

Saturday, May 12, 2012 - 20 Iyyar 5772
Cinema Utopia presents: Menachem and Fred
8:30 p.m. at Utopia Jewish Center
64-41 Utopia Parkway, Flushing NY 11365
Winner of the Cinema for Peace award for most inspirational movie of the year , Berlin 2009. Winner of the Audience Favorite for Best Documentary, Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival 2009. This is the story of two brothers who for decades feared to meet. Sponsorships Available. Admission: $10. (718) 461-8347

Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 24 Iyyar 5772
Job Fair and Career Building Workshop
10:00 a.m. at the Central Queens Y
67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills 11375
The Career Building Workshop (10am-11:00am), “How to Maximize your Job Search” (space is limited, advanced registration is mandatory), provide individuals with the opportunities to refine and enhance their networking abilities and feel more confident in approaching prospective employers; Learn strategies and techniques on how to utilize your resources, gain self confidence and learn how to be assertive in the job search process.
The Job Fair (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) provide an opportunity to meet various employers and staffing agencies. Numerous employers are confirmed to attend and there will be many opportunities to network with other community members. Bring multiple copies of your resume and dress for success! Register for either or both events online at ww.sfy.org/connecttocare/. For more information, Marisa Plotkin at (718) 224-0566. Download the flyer

Sunday. June 3, 2012 - 13 Sivan 5772
Celebrate Israel Parade
Watch this site for details.

Sunday, June 3, 2012 - 13 Sivan 5772
Celebration Concert 2012 with Cantor Moti Fuchs & More
7:15 p.m. at at Hillcrest Jewish Center
183-02 Union Turnpike, Flushing 11366
Featuring Cantor Moti Fuchs, Hilarious Comedian Modi, Singer Irene Failenbogen and the HJC Kinderlach Choir. Download the flyer for ticket and sponsor information, including early bird discount before May 15. Call (718) 380-4145

Thursday. June 21, 2012 - 1 Tammuz 5772
Commemorate the Constitution's Ratification with NEQJCC
8:00 p.m. at Location to be Announced
225 years ago, June 21, 1787, New Hampshire became the 9th state to ratify the constitution and it became effective.

Ongoing Events

Young Israel of New Hyde Park Clothing Pantry
264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY 11040
Providing free clothing to those in need
By appointment only. For more information, to donate new or gently-used clothing, or to make an appointment, contact: Mark Krieger at (917) 703-4694. Contact the schul at: (718) 343-0496. Download the flyer. www.yinhp.org

Daily Minyan
7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday though Friday at Bay Terrace Jewish Center
13-00 209th Street, Bayside, NY 11360
9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday
9:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. Call for Saturday afternoon service time
For More Information Call (718) 428-6363

Every Weekday Morning - Daf Yomi - Bava Batra
5:30 a.m. at The Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY
For more information contact the office at (718) 343-0496

Sunday Mornings - Gemara - Tractate Avodah Zara Weekly Classes
9:00 a.m. at The Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY
For more information contact the office at (718) 343-0496

Sundays
FREE Adult Education Class with Rabbi Steven Axelman: Jewish Laws in the Contemporary World
12:00 Noon at the Whitestone Hebrew Centre
12-45 Clintonville Street, Whitestone, NY, 11357
Refreshments served. For information, phone/fax (718) 767-1500; email whitestonehebrewcentre@gmail.com; www.uscj.org/metny/whitestonehc

Sundays
Mispacha and Me "Parent & Me" Program
at Bay Terrace Jewish Center
13-00 209th Street, Bayside, NY 11360
Jewish Holiday Fun! Learn about all the Jewish holidays using arts & crafts.
Ages 3 & 4 with Parent. Free
First program takes place Sunday, September 17, 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.
For information 718-428-6363; pre-Registration required

Sundays
Talmud Tractate Avoda Zara, Rabbi Lawrence Teitelman
8:50-9:50 a.m. at Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Ave. (off Union Tpke) in New Hyde Park
Classes are open to the public, free of charge. For information (718) 343-0496.

Mondays
FREE Adult Education Class with Rabbi Steven Axelman: Judaism 101
7:30 p.m. at Whitestone Hebrew Centre
12-25 Clintonville Street, Whitestone, NY 11357
Refreshments served. For information, phone/fax (718) 767-1500; email whitestonehebrewcentre@gmail.com; www.uscj.org/metny/whitestonehc

Tuesday mornings beginning October 13, 2009
Yiddish Club
10:00.- 11:00 a.m. at The Bay Terrace Jewish Center
13-00 209th Street Bayside N.Y. 11360
Join Cantor Wortman and your friends and neighbors for a fun filled, nostalgic
hour of Yiddish conversation, stories and songs. Fluency is not necessary. For more information contact the office at (718) 428-636.

Tuesdays, beginning February 9, 2010
Journeys in Judaism - Theology - Culture - History - Kabbalah - Literature - Music and more
7:30 p.m. at Bellerose Jewish Center
254-04 Union Turnpike, Floral Park, NY 11004
with Rabbi Menashe Bovit. Information: (718) 343-0711 or BelleroseRabbi@yahoo.com

Wednesday Mornings - Navi - Sefer Shmuel Weekly Classes
10:00 a.m. at The Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY
For more information contact the office at (718) -343-0496

Wednesday Mornings - Gemara - Tractate Kidushin Weekly Classes
11:00 a.m. at The Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY
For more information contact the office at (718) 343-0496

Wednesdays
International-Israeli Folk Dancing
7:30 - 10:00 p.m. at Bay Terrace Jewish Center
13-00 209th Street, Bayside, NY 11360
For More Information 718-428-6363

Wednesdays
Seniors Group (socializing, playing cards, discussions entertainment and trips; catered hot lunch @ $6.00)
11:00 a.m. at Hillcrest Jewish Center
183-02 Rabbi Israel Moshowitz Way/Union Turnpike, Flushing
(718) 229-7511

Wednesdays
Tractate Kiddushin, Rabbi Meir Bilitzky
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Ave. (off Union Tpke) in New Hyde Park
Classes are open to the public, free of charge. For information (718) 343-0496.

Wednesdays
Book of Joshua, Rabbi Meir Bilitzky
10:00-11:00 a.m. at Young Israel of New Hyde Park
264-15 77th Ave. (off Union Tpke) in New Hyde Park
Classes are open to the public, free of charge. For information (718) 343-0496.

every first Thursday of the Month
NORC WOW Senior Advisory Board Meeting
10:00 a.m. @ HSBC Bank
257-15 Union Turnpike
RSVP (718) 347-2244 (Yvonne Gelbord) or (Darlene Dindial) or email norcwow@sfy.org

Thursday evenings, beginning October 29, 2009
Adult Education: Kabbalah
7:00.- 8:00 p.m. at The Bay Terrace Jewish Center
13-00 209th Street Bayside N.Y. 11360
Explore the depths of Jewish Mysticism with Rabbi Shlomo Blickstein.
For more information contact the office at (718) 428-6363.

Thursday evenings
Singers wanted
8:00 - 9:30 p.m. at Israel Center of Conservative Judaism
167-10 73 Avenue, Fresh Meadows NY
Synagogue choir needs female and male singers for in house and outside performances. Not necessary to read music
(718) 591-5353

Fridays
Computer Lab - Walk-in Hours
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Samuel Field Y
58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362
"This open computer lab is available for those interested in a quiet place to work. A computer professional is also available to assist you with many of your computer related questions, such as: setting up an email, linkedIn, or facebook account; submitting job applications online or locating volunteer positions; help with online shopping; and much much more…" For information (718) 224-0566 or connect-to-care@sfy.org. UJA-Federation of New York's Connect to Care is a multi-agency initiative assisting families who have been adversely affected by the economic downturn and provides assistance with: Employment & Career Transition Services, Legal and Financial Consultations, Supportive Counseling & Jewish Spiritual Care. Download the flyer.

Shabbat Mornings - Navi - Sefer Yechezkel Weekly Classes
8:15 a.m. at The Young Israel of New Hyde Park
                     264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY
For more information contact the office at (718) 343-0496

Saturday and Sunday mornings - Daf Yomi - Bava Batra Classes
7:30 at The Young Israel of New Hyde Park
                     264-15 77th Avenue, New Hyde Park NY
For more information contact the office at (718) 343-0496

Saturdays - Book of Ezekiel, Rabbi Lawrence Teitelman
8:15-8:45 a.m. at Young Israel of New Hyde Park
                      264-15 77th Ave. (off Union Tpke) in New Hyde Park
Classes are open to the public, free of charge. For information (718) 343-0496.

NEQJCC Meetings view Calendar of Events

2011-2012 - 5771-5772

Monday, September 19, 2011 -20 Elul 5771 (Executive Meeting)
Monday, October 17, 2011 - 19 Tishri 5772 (deferred)
Monday, November 14, 2011 - 16 Heshvan 5772 (Executive Committee)
Monday, December 12, 2011 - 16 Tislev 5772 (Executive Committee) at Hillcrest Jewish Center, 183-02 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY
Monday, January 16, 2012 - 21 Tevet 5772 (Regular Meeting – Appoint Nominating Committee) at Bay Terrace Jewish Center, 13-00 209th Street, Bayside, NY 11360
Thursday, January 26 - 2 Shevat 5772 (Celebrate Israel Parade only Agenda Item) at Marathon Jewish Community Center, 245-37 60th Avenue, Douglaston, NY 11362
Monday, February 13, 2012 - 20 Shevat 5772 (Executive Committee) at Marathon Jewish Community Center, 245-37 60th Avenue, Douglaston, NY 11362 [Bylaws Revision for vote]
Monday, March 12, 2012 - 18 Adar (I) 5772 (Regular Meeting - Nominating Committee Report)
Monday, April 16, 2012 - 24 Nisan 5772 (Presidents Meeting) at Marathon Jewish Community Center, 245-37 60th Avenue, Douglaston, NY 11362
Monday, May 14, 2012 - 22 Iyyar 5772( Regular Meeting - Elect Officers)
Monday, June 18, 2012 - 28 Sivan 5772 (Executive Committee)Please note: all meetings at 8:00 p.m. at the Samuel Field Y, 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362, unless otherwise noted.