HNT

Judaica Shop Sale
2018-11-11 10:00 - 12:30, 2018-11-25 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Judaica Shop
November Move-In Sale: Everything 30% Off!
Hours: Every Sunday, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Come see the Women’s League Judaica Shop, in its new location, on the lower level by the Youth Lounge and down the hall from the Skolnick Board Room.
Just in time for Chanukah, Everything is 30% off, including jewelry and tallitot. We have a variety of Chanukiot, candles, Shabbat candle sticks, art work, Ketubot and lots more.
Sunday, November 18 • Shop hours extended until 1:30 PM
Come shop the sale, and at noon join us for an Ice Cream Social as a sweet way to say thank you. Yum!
To make an appointment at another time: call Kari: 206-719-2224 or Elaine: 206-579-5360.

New Member Lunch
2018-11-11 12:30 - 14:00 | Upper Foyer
All new members who have joined the synagogue in the last 12 months are invited to an informal New Member Lunch to get to know our clergy and staff, as well as meet other new families and synagogue members. The whole family is invited!
RSVP to h-nt.org/NML or 206-232-8555 x207.

Roots: Establishing Dialogue Between Jews and Palestinians on the West Bank
2018-11-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Upper Foyer
“At a time when both sides are convinced ‘there is no partner for peace,’ we have found otherwise.”
Please join Seattle Friends of Roots to meet Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger, A founder of Roots and Shadi Abu Awwad, Roots Palestinian Youth Director
They will share their stories and discuss their groundbreaking work in establishing dialogue between Jews and Palestinians on the West Bank. “We do not come with blueprinted peace plans in hand, but with the deep conviction that human understanding and trust are the prerequisites for lasting justice, freedom, and peace in the land we both call home.”
Roots is a local Palestinian-Israeli Initiative for understanding, non-violence and transformation. It is a unique collaboration of Palestinians and Israelis building a grassroots model for coexistence.
Website: www.friendsofroots.net
RSVP and questions? seattlefriendsofroots@gmail.com
Hanan Schlesinger is an Orthodox rabbi and teacher, and a passionate Zionist settler who has been profoundly transformed by his friendship and interaction with local Palestinians. His understanding of the reality of the Middle East conflict and of Zionism has been utterly complicated by the parallel universe that they have introduced him to.
Shadi Abu Awwad is the grandson, son and nephew of strong proud Palestinian leaders who were at the helm of the First Palestinian Intifada. He grew up imbued with a deep hatred for Israelis. When still a child, his family underwent a major transformation and were among the pioneers in reaching across the divide to their Jewish neighbors to work together in order to create a shared vision for the future. As the Palestinian architect and coordinator of the Roots youth movement, Shadi facilitates shared encounters and experiences among Palestinian and Israeli teenagers, building a new generation of leaders who can confront the real problems between their communities while acknowledging each other’s shared humanity.
Join Shadi and Hanan as they tell their personal stories and of their efforts to build a better future for their peoples. They come with no ready peace plans in hand, but only with the conviction that human understanding and trust will be the prerequisites for lasting justice, freedom and peace on that tiny sliver of land that they both call home.

History in the Making: 2018 Midterm Election Results: Local, State, National
2018-11-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Feinberg Social Hall
Endless Opportunities
Pundits tell us the upcoming midterm elections are the most consequential in decades. What do the results mean for the future direction of our country: locally, nationally and internationally? Dr. Christopher Parker, an award-winning author on American politics and a professor of political science at UW; Lynne Iglitzin, former UW Professor of Political Science and Women Studies, and Maxima Patashnik, Director of Government & Community Relations, JFGS, will offer their views on this landmark event. Sandy Kraus, Past President of National Council of Jewish Women, will moderate.

TGIS: Thank G-d It's Shabbat Dinner
2018-11-16 17:30 - 20:30
5:30 PM: Pre-Neg – 6:00 PM: Services
TGIS builds community and creates new friendships for Garinim and Shtilim families and beyond. Join us for services and a community dinner to welcome Shabbat and engage with fellow FRS and community families. The expense for TGIS dinners is included in the FRS tuition for 3rd through 5th graders and their immediate families. Garinim families will eat at 6:30 right after Kabbalat Shabbat. Invite your extended family and friends! Please RSVP here: hnt.wufoo.com/forms/tgis-november/

Shabbat for Kids
2018-11-17 10:30 - 12:15
Classroom Four and Gan Danny
Shabbat is our time to rest and recharge our internal batteries. This special program is for all students in fifth grade and below at HNT. Please RSVP to this evite: http://evite.me/ZWyH9F8EU1

Judaica Shop Sale & Ice Cream Social
2018-11-18 10:00 - 13:30 | Judaica Shop

Cantor's Nosh & Sing
2018-11-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Upper Foyer
Come join us for Nosh and Sing, a fun, casual, enjoyable get together where we sing Israeli, Yiddish, Ladino and American Folk songs. All are welcome. Please feel free to bring a dairy lunch; Herzl-Ner Tamid will provide the snacks and sweets.
RSVP at https://hnt.wufoo.com/forms/20182019-cantors-nosh-sing/

Office Closed
2018-11-22, 2018-11-23, 2018-12-25

Congregations for the Homeless Shelter Meal
2018-11-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Eastside Men’s Shelter, 515B 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
As a member of Congregations for the Homeless, which strives to mitigate the pain of homelessness by providing meals and basic needs, HNT aspires to provide at least one monthly meal for 80 men during the colder months.
How you can help:

RSVP to prepare one or more dishes for the meal on November 22 (Thanksgiving) Captained by Nadine Strauss & Eli Lahav and friends.
This is a great activity for families, friends, your book group, or chavurah, and HNT will provide organizational support. It’s all done potluck-style with food you can buy or make at home. You can drop off your food or stay to help serve and talk with the residents. You choose the date that works for your group. Please email ShelterMeals@h-nt.org to volunteer to organize a group of friends to take a meal.

Congregations for the Homeless Shelter Meal
2018-11-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Eastside Men’s Shelter, 515B 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
As a member of Congregations for the Homeless, which strives to mitigate the pain of homelessness by providing meals and basic needs, HNT aspires to provide at least one monthly meal for 80 men during the colder months.
How you can help:

RSVP to prepare one or more dishes for the meal on November 23 Captained by Susan Bardsley and friends.
This is a great activity for families, friends, your book group, or chavurah, and HNT will provide organizational support. It’s all done potluck-style with food you can buy or make at home. You can drop off your food or stay to help serve and talk with the residents. You choose the date that works for your group. Please email ShelterMeals@h-nt.org to volunteer to organize a group of friends to take a meal.

Teen Feed
2018-11-25 17:30 - 20:30, 2018-12-23 17:30 - 21:00 | University Lutheran Church, 1604 NE 50th St., Seattle, Washington, 98105
Volunteers are needed to help prepare, cook, and serve food. Shifts start at 5:30 PM, and we need 10 or more volunteers for a successful event. RSVP to teenfeed@h-nt.org.

College Care Package Addresses Due
2018-11-28
Visit h-nt.org/college by November 28
HNT sent packages to 58 of our undergraduates with treats for
a sweet new year in September, and we’d love to send even more for our Chanukah mailing! If your college kid did not receive a package or has recently moved, please fill out the form at: h-nt.org/college so they can receive a care package!

Russia, Iran (and Turkey) in Syria: Implications for Israel
2018-11-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Sanctuary
Co-sponsored by AIPAC & HNT
Come join our community for an evening with Ambassador Robert Ford. Ambassador Ford served as the U.S. Ambassador to Syria from 2010 to 2014. He will provide an overview of the humanitarian crisis in Syria, share his personal experiences as Ambassador during the early years of the Syrian Civil War, and discuss the implications of recent developments there on Israel.
RSVP is required at https://aipac.secure.force.com/web_app#/event/EV166561

Shabbat for Kids
2018-12-01 10:30 - 12:15
Shabbat is our time to rest and recharge our internal batteries. This special program is for all students in fifth grade and below at HNT. We have two services for Shabbat for Kids. One service is for toddlers and the other service is for K-5th grade depending upon our attendance. Please RSVP to this evite: http://evite.me/Zrxy3RNETH

Judaica Shop
2018-12-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Judaica Shop
WE’VE MOVED!
We are now located on the lower level by the Feinberg Social Hall, in the space formerly known as Danny’s Den.
DECEMBER HOURS
We are open Sundays, December 2, 9, & 16 from 10:00 AM -12:30 PM, and by appointment*.
And for all those last minute Chanukah gift needs, WE HAVE EXTENDED THE 30% OFF SALE ON DECEMBER 2ND!
Come visit the Gift Shop for gorgeous Judaica!
To make an appointment at another time: *Call Kari: 206-719-2224 or Elaine: 206-579-5360

Brighten the Chanukah Light
2018-12-04 18:15 - 19:30 | Feinberg Social Hall
Bring a Little Light to Local Refugees
Featuring:
Latkes, ‘Breakfast for Dinner,’ and Sufganiot (Doughnuts)
Decorating our Giant Chanukiah Candles and Lights for Refugees
Community Singing and Candle Lighting
Chanukah is a time for rededication – join together to recommit ourselves towards helping newly arrived refugee families. JFS is providing profiles and Wish Lists* for refugee families in need of specific items that most of us take for granted. RSVP at h-nt.org/Chanukah.
Fee: $12/adult, kids under 13 are complementary
Because we pre-order all food, payment/billing refunds cannot be issued after November 27.
Please BRING…New socks, gloves, and scarves and new or nearly new coats
FOR…Kids in need at Leschi Elementary School (K-5th grade) and Young adults at ROOTS shelter, who have aged out of the foster care system.
*Refugee Wish Lists
Jewish Family Service has 900+ refugee families who have resettled in the area over the past few years. These families fled from inhumane situations in their countries of origin, and were provided with basic household items when they arrived in the US. Building off of last year’s collection of household items, this year HNT is helping ‘grant wishes’ for extra essential items that most of us take for granted. This gives families the opportunity to request individual items they need to help make their house more of a home. If you would like to help fulfill a family’s wish list or have questions, email Celie & Mira Brown at Refugees@h-nt.org.

Judaica Shop
2018-12-09 10:00 - 12:30, 2018-12-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Judaica Shop
WE’VE MOVED!
We are now located on the lower level by the Feinberg Social Hall, in the space formerly known as Danny’s Den.
DECEMBER HOURS
We are open Sundays, December 2, 9, & 16 from 10:00 AM -12:30 PM, and by appointment*.
Come visit the Gift Shop for gorgeous Judaica!
To make an appointment at another time: *Call Kari: 206-719-2224 or Elaine: 206-579-5360

FRS Game Day Bowling Party at Kenmore Lanes
2018-12-09 12:15 - 16:00
Calling all first through fifth graders from FRS! Join us for a special pizza and bowling party. Kindergartners are welcome to join us but need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. After FRS, we’ll nosh on kosher pizza at HNT, then have a school bus drive us to Kenmore Lanes (7638 NE Bothell Way, Kenmore, 98028) for bowling and arcade fun. Meet us at the bowling alley if that is easier at 1:30 PM. If you are going to meet us at the alley, just let Dr. Krigel know beforehand. Pick up will be at 4:00 at HNT unless otherwise arranged on an individual basis. $20 covers the lunch, transportation, chaperones, bowling, and arcade fun. Please contact Dr. Krigel at eliyahu@h-nt.org for more information or at 425-559-3739 (cell). Thank you to Jill Nogi for help in planning this fun and social program.
Please RSVP by December 5 by going to this Wufoo link: https://hnt.wufoo.com/forms/frs-pizza-and-bowling-party-2018/

Cantor's Nosh & Sing
2018-12-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Upper Foyer
Come join us for Nosh and Sing, a fun, casual, enjoyable get together where we sing Israeli, Yiddish, Ladino and American Folk songs. All are welcome. Please feel free to bring a dairy lunch; Herzl-Ner Tamid will provide the snacks and sweets. RSVP at https://hnt.wufoo.com/forms/sc52nri089o45p/

Congregations For The Homeless Shelter Meal
2018-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Eastside Men’s Shelter, 515B 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
As a member of Congregations for the Homeless, which strives to mitigate the pain of homelessness by providing meals and basic needs, HNT aspires to provide at least one monthly meal for 80 men during the colder months.
How you can help:

Help prepare one or more dishes for the meal on December 13, captained by Michelle Goldberg & Michael Adler
This is a great activity for families, friends, your book group, or chavurah, and HNT will provide organizational support. It’s all done potluck-style with food you can buy or make at home. You can drop off your food or stay to help serve and talk with the residents. You choose the date that works for your group. Please email ShelterMeals@h-nt.org to volunteer to organize a group of friends to take a meal.

Congregations for the Homeless Shelter Meal
2018-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Eastside Men’s Shelter, 515B 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
As a member of Congregations for the Homeless, which strives to mitigate the pain of homelessness by providing meals and basic needs, HNT aspires to provide at least one monthly meal for 80 men during the colder months.
How you can help:

Help prepare one or more dishes for the meal on December 14, captained by Debbie Kovsky, Mimi Rubenstein, Fran Schill, and Lynn Wartnik
This is a great activity for families, friends, your book group, or chavurah, and HNT will provide organizational support. It’s all done potluck-style with food you can buy or make at home. You can drop off your food or stay to help serve and talk with the residents. You choose the date that works for your group. Please email ShelterMeals@h-nt.org to volunteer to organize a group of friends to take a meal.

Shtilim Ice Skating
2018-12-16 12:15 - 15:00
At The Bellevue Ice Skating Arena, Bellevue Downtown Park (10201 NE 4th St, Bellevue 98004)
Join your Shtilim community for ice skating fun. Calling all Kindergarten through 2nd grade families for this opportunity to bond together and skate. Meet right after FRS at 12:15 PM in the youth lounge for lunch. Bring your own dairy/vegetarian lunch. Then we’ll caravan to the Bellevue Downtown Park. If you can’t meet us for lunch, meet us at 1:30 PM at the Bellevue Downtown Park for skating fun. Parents can pay individually at the skating rink. Please respond to this evite to let us know if you can attend: hnt.wufoo.com/forms/shtilim-ice-skating/

Daytimers Lunch & Film: For My Father
2018-12-19 11:30 - 14:00 | Feinberg Social Hall
For My Father (Sof Shavua B’Tel Aviv)
A 2008 Israeli drama in Hebrew with English subtitles
Tarek, a Palestinian forced on a suicide mission in Tel Aviv to redeem his father’s honor, is given a second chance when the fuse on his explosive vest fails to detonate. Forced to spend the weekend in Tel Aviv awaiting its repair, Tarek must live amongst the people he was planning to kill. To his surprise he connects with several Israelis on the outskirts of society, including the beautiful Keren, who has cut off contact with her Orthodox family. Spending this time with his new friends, Tarek discovers the spark of life returning to fill his soul, but when the weekend ends, he must make the decision of his life.
$8/person for lunch, served 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM, followed by the film
Reserve by the Friday before each film so that we can prepare for you!
RSVP at h-nt.org/Daytimers or call 206-232-8555

Emergency Blood Drive
2018-12-30 09:30 - 15:30 | Herzl-Ner Tamid, 3700 East Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States
Bloodworks Northwest is in dire need of blood donations due to cancellations, low donor participation during the holidays, and an increased number of patients in need. HNT is springing into action for an Emergency Blood Drive and we need your help (and your veins)!
If you haven’t given blood since before November 4, you are eligible to give at both this emergency drive AND our annual drive on March 3.
