JUNE / JULY  2013

SATURDAY, JULY 27                                            NORTHWOODS SHABBAT  & TORAH STUDY  

at 11:00 AM                                                                                             and CENTURY BIKE RIDE

Jerry and Tara Woolpy are hosting a northwoods Shabbat service, led by Rabbi Dan, followed by Torah study, on Saturday, July 27, at 11:00 am, at their Piney Ridge home in Minocqua. A potluck brunch will also be served. Please bring a dish suitable for a Shabbat Brunch. You are then invited to stay awhile to relax, swim, kayak, scull, and simply enjoy the northwoods.

In celebration of Mt Sinai’s 2014 Centennial, in conjunction with the northwoods Shabbat Service and Torah Study, we will be holding a ‘Century Ride’ from Minocqua back to Wausau. Cyclists should bring their bikes with them on Saturday. At the end of the day, cyclists (only) may overnight at Piney Ridge. Following a Sunday morning breakfast, participants will begin the ride to Wausau at 8:00 am.

The ride (approx 78 miles) is pleasant and scenic, and though there will be significant miles on public roads with traffic, we will do our best to avoid heavily traveled roads. We will also ride many miles along the Bearskin Trail ($4 user fee required) and Hiawatha bike path. Both are packed, crushed gravel paths easily navigated with road bikes and high pressure tires. The plan is for a ‘no drop’ ride (no one gets left behind) at a leisurely pace of about 10 mph, which will get us to Wausau at approximately 4:00 pm.

 The ride is open to all Mt Sinai members who are able to make a bicycle ride of 78 miles. Children

      under age 18, not riding with a parent, must have a parent’s written permission.

 There is no cost for staying overnight** at Piney Ridge, but lodging is available only to cyclists.

 A suggested contribution (about $5 per cyclist) to help cover gasoline for the Safety/Gear vehicle.

 Additional $$ for dinner Saturday evening in town, or for incidentals along the ride (there are a few

      gas stations/convenience stores along the route).

**Please let Jerry and Tara know that you want to stay overnight and how many in your party. Do so by July 20^th to reserve a bedroom. Email them at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  for reservations.

For more information, please contact Peter Rotter at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or 715-432-0408.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23                                                                        SHABBAT SERVICE

at 6:15 PM                                                                                                             & POTLUCK BBQ

Join us for a BBQ Potluck dinner on Friday, August 23, starting at 6:15 pm, followed by a Shabbat service. Hot dogs, hamburgers, and lemonade will be provided. A small contribution of $3/person would be appreciated to cover the cost of these items. We ask that you please bring a salad, side dish, and/or dessert to share.

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TORAH PORTIONS – JUNE

6/1       Shelach            Num 13:1 – 15:41

6/8       Korach                        Num 16:1 – 18:32

6/15     Chukkat          Num 19:1 – 22:1

6/22     Balak               Num 22:2 – 25:9

6/29     Pinchas            Num 25:10 – 30:1

TORAH PORTIONS – JULY

7/6       Matot – Masei    Num 30:2 – 36:13

7/13     Devarim               Deut 1:1 – 3:22     

7/20     Vaetchanan          Deut 3:23 – 7:11   

7/27     Ekev                     Deut 7:12 – 11:25

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☺  Mark Seiler, Director of the Synagogue/Museum in Stevens Point, received the AARP Community Service Award. Included in the list of Mark’s many volunteer activities are his service on the Board of Directors of the Portage County Historical Society. He conducted extensive research on the Stevens Point Jewish community to facilitate the listing of Temple Beth Israel on the National Register of Historic Places. Mark’s research has been published in the book “The Jewish Community of Stevens Point” and is available in the Mt. Sinai library collection and several local public libraries.

☺  On May 18, the Yid Vicious Ensemble performed two concerts at the Temple Beth Israel Synagogue Museum in Stevens Point. The programs were successful with over 130 people in attendance. In addition to great entertainment, the purpose of the concerts was to raise money for the maintenance of the museum, provide information about the history of the Jewish community, and demonstrate the existence of an active Jewish community in central Wisconsin. Thanks to Mark Seiler for hosting the concerts. Thanks to Maggie Weiser for organizing the performances, and a special thanks to Rabbi Danson for his encouragement and support.