2024 News & Planned Services
City Council Proclamation Update:
As some of you know, The Port Angeles City Council had a proclamation on the table that was very negative towards Israel. Several board members have communicated with the Port Angeles City Council members including the sponsoring individual, Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin. On Tuesday (1/16/24), Gary Kriedberg, Suzanne DeBey and Robert Skolnik met with the Councilmember Schromen-Wawrin and several other community representatives, as a pre-planning step. Our goal was to help the council understand that taking this step is fraught, and can only lead to problems for the council. This preliminry meeting went well. The proclamation has been set aside for now, with future planning going forward to create a community that cares for one another and opposes discrimination of all sorts. Some of you volunteered to be involved. This looks to be a longer term and potentially positive experience for our community over time. To look at the City Council meeting information and medertings, click on this link: Port Angeles City Council. You can read more and watch meeting viideos by selecting meetingh agendas and following tthe prompts for audio recordings.
Union of Reformed Judaism work with Small Congregations
On 1/15/24 the board met with Emma Osborn from URJ to talk about resources that are available to our congregation. We are excited to access these resources, and begin developing some creative programs, member engagement and succession planning for our aging board.
January/February Services
Friday Evening Serrvice, January 26⋅6:30 –9:00 pm
Since October, we have been mourning and living in this very uncomfortable Jewish period. Several members had asked for a gathering / service time, which the board previously set for 1/12, unrelated to the recent proposed proclamation issue. Below are details from Suzanne regarding the service next Friday.
Directions: 112 Old Black Diamond Road, just off Black Diamond Road. From the East, take 101 to Race, left on Race and right on 8th Street; turn left at Pine Street across the fist new 8th Street bridge; Pine Street will become Black Diamond; follow Black Diamond on bridge across 101 and up the hill; at the first intersection (right turns only) take the 2nd or left Y – this is Old Black Diamond; if you miss that turn, the next right is also Old Black Diamond. Call if you get lost – 452-2471 or 360-460-6003.
What: Shabbat Pot-Luck Dinner & Program
When: Friday, January 12th, 6:30 pm
Where: Call for location: 360-460-6003
Why: With the increase in antisemitism and hate directed at Jews, especially during the Israel-Hamas war, several of us have felt a need just to “be together”, to gather and just share our thoughts and feelings about the current situation. We’ll have dinner, bring in Shabbat with a few words on that week’s Torah portion, Va’era, and then have time to just chat about the volatile climate against Jews and Jewish institutions.
Because there are bound to be a variety of opinions expressed, in order to keep things calm and informative, please adhere to the following guidelines:
1) Only one person speaks at a time.
2) No interrupting.
3) Be respectful of opinions differing from yours.
4) Try to stick to known facts.
5) Keep your voice calm and resist getting argumentative.
If necessary, we could choose a moderator to make sure everyone’s voice is heard. We could also use an item for whoever’s speaking to hold while they’re talking.
Adult Education, Evolution of Religion, Sunday, February 4, 10:30 – 12:30pm
Location: We need a location – Any volunteers? Topic presented by Rich Sherman, Potluck brunch
Movie Day – Golda, Saturday, February 17⋅2:00 – 5:00pm
Location:Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362, USAnotesDescription:Come join us for a late potluck lunch and movie – Golda, starring Helen Mirren, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golda_(film)
Friday Evening gathering to talk about the Torah portion – The Ten Commandments, Friday, March 1⋅6:30 – 9:00pm
Potluck dinner followed by a Torah talk on the Ten Commandments
Location: Call 360-460-6003 for information
COBS Community Seder, Saturday, April 27⋅3:15 – 9:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Join us for a Community Seder Service and a Potluck Meal.
High Holy Day Services:
Erev Rosh Hashanah, Wednesday, October 2, 2024⋅6:00 – 8:45pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Potluck Dinner followed by Erev Rosh Hashanah Services.
Sunrise Rosh HaShanah Service, Thursday, October 3, 2024⋅6:45 – 7:45am
Location: Port Angeles City Pier, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Start Rosh HaShanah with a beautiful brief service and Shofar blast at sunrise at the Port Angeles City Pier, followed by breakfast out for those interested.
Rosh HaShanah Morning Services, Thursday, October 3, 2024⋅10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362, Morning Services followed by an Oneg of Lox and Bagels provided by the Board.
Taschlich Services, Thursday, October 3, 2024⋅2:30 – 3:15pm
Location: Railroad Bridge Park, Sequim, WA 98382. Bring bread crumbs to the Railroad Park Bridge for a short Taschlich Service
Dinner out with COBS before the Yom Kippur Fast, Friday, October 11, 2024⋅4:30 – 6:30pm
Location:TBD
Kol Nidre Services, Friday, October 11, 2024⋅7:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362,
Yom Kippur Morning ServicesSaturday, October 12, 2024⋅10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Torah Study, Saturday, October 12, 2024⋅2:00 – 3:30pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Afternoon, Neilah and Yizkor Services followed by Havdalah & and a Break the Fast Dairy Potluck, Saturday, October 12, 2024⋅3:30 – 8:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Sukkot Service and Potluck, Saturday, October 19, 2024⋅2:00 – 6:00pm
Location: 112 Old Black Diamond Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Hanukah PartySaturday, December 28, 2024⋅4:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Four Seasons Ranch Club House, 673 Strait View Dr, Port Angeles, WA
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Potluck Dinner followed by Erev Rosh Hashanah Services.
January 18, 2024 by mdesser • Uncategorized
2024 News & Planned Services
City Council Proclamation Update:
As some of you know, The Port Angeles City Council had a proclamation on the table that was very negative towards Israel. Several board members have communicated with the Port Angeles City Council members including the sponsoring individual, Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin. On Tuesday (1/16/24), Gary Kriedberg, Suzanne DeBey and Robert Skolnik met with the Councilmember Schromen-Wawrin and several other community representatives, as a pre-planning step. Our goal was to help the council understand that taking this step is fraught, and can only lead to problems for the council. This preliminry meeting went well. The proclamation has been set aside for now, with future planning going forward to create a community that cares for one another and opposes discrimination of all sorts. Some of you volunteered to be involved. This looks to be a longer term and potentially positive experience for our community over time. To look at the City Council meeting information and medertings, click on this link: Port Angeles City Council. You can read more and watch meeting viideos by selecting meetingh agendas and following tthe prompts for audio recordings.
Union of Reformed Judaism work with Small Congregations
On 1/15/24 the board met with Emma Osborn from URJ to talk about resources that are available to our congregation. We are excited to access these resources, and begin developing some creative programs, member engagement and succession planning for our aging board.
January/February Services
Friday Evening Serrvice, January 26⋅6:30 –9:00 pm
Since October, we have been mourning and living in this very uncomfortable Jewish period. Several members had asked for a gathering / service time, which the board previously set for 1/12, unrelated to the recent proposed proclamation issue. Below are details from Suzanne regarding the service next Friday.
Directions: 112 Old Black Diamond Road, just off Black Diamond Road. From the East, take 101 to Race, left on Race and right on 8th Street; turn left at Pine Street across the fist new 8th Street bridge; Pine Street will become Black Diamond; follow Black Diamond on bridge across 101 and up the hill; at the first intersection (right turns only) take the 2nd or left Y – this is Old Black Diamond; if you miss that turn, the next right is also Old Black Diamond. Call if you get lost – 452-2471 or 360-460-6003.
What: Shabbat Pot-Luck Dinner & Program
When: Friday, January 12th, 6:30 pm
Where: Call for location: 360-460-6003
Why: With the increase in antisemitism and hate directed at Jews, especially during the Israel-Hamas war, several of us have felt a need just to “be together”, to gather and just share our thoughts and feelings about the current situation. We’ll have dinner, bring in Shabbat with a few words on that week’s Torah portion, Va’era, and then have time to just chat about the volatile climate against Jews and Jewish institutions.
Because there are bound to be a variety of opinions expressed, in order to keep things calm and informative, please adhere to the following guidelines:
1) Only one person speaks at a time.
2) No interrupting.
3) Be respectful of opinions differing from yours.
4) Try to stick to known facts.
5) Keep your voice calm and resist getting argumentative.
If necessary, we could choose a moderator to make sure everyone’s voice is heard. We could also use an item for whoever’s speaking to hold while they’re talking.
Adult Education, Evolution of Religion, Sunday, February 4, 10:30 – 12:30pm
Location: We need a location – Any volunteers? Topic presented by Rich Sherman, Potluck brunch
Movie Day – Golda, Saturday, February 17⋅2:00 – 5:00pm
Location:Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362, USAnotesDescription:Come join us for a late potluck lunch and movie – Golda, starring Helen Mirren, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golda_(film)
Friday Evening gathering to talk about the Torah portion – The Ten Commandments, Friday, March 1⋅6:30 – 9:00pm
Potluck dinner followed by a Torah talk on the Ten Commandments
Location: Call 360-460-6003 for information
COBS Community Seder, Saturday, April 27⋅3:15 – 9:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Join us for a Community Seder Service and a Potluck Meal.
High Holy Day Services:
Erev Rosh Hashanah, Wednesday, October 2, 2024⋅6:00 – 8:45pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Potluck Dinner followed by Erev Rosh Hashanah Services.
Sunrise Rosh HaShanah Service, Thursday, October 3, 2024⋅6:45 – 7:45am
Location: Port Angeles City Pier, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Start Rosh HaShanah with a beautiful brief service and Shofar blast at sunrise at the Port Angeles City Pier, followed by breakfast out for those interested.
Rosh HaShanah Morning Services, Thursday, October 3, 2024⋅10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362, Morning Services followed by an Oneg of Lox and Bagels provided by the Board.
Taschlich Services, Thursday, October 3, 2024⋅2:30 – 3:15pm
Location: Railroad Bridge Park, Sequim, WA 98382. Bring bread crumbs to the Railroad Park Bridge for a short Taschlich Service
Dinner out with COBS before the Yom Kippur Fast, Friday, October 11, 2024⋅4:30 – 6:30pm
Location:TBD
Kol Nidre Services, Friday, October 11, 2024⋅7:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362,
Yom Kippur Morning ServicesSaturday, October 12, 2024⋅10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Torah Study, Saturday, October 12, 2024⋅2:00 – 3:30pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Afternoon, Neilah and Yizkor Services followed by Havdalah & and a Break the Fast Dairy Potluck, Saturday, October 12, 2024⋅3:30 – 8:00pm
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Sukkot Service and Potluck, Saturday, October 19, 2024⋅2:00 – 6:00pm
Location: 112 Old Black Diamond Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Hanukah PartySaturday, December 28, 2024⋅4:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Four Seasons Ranch Club House, 673 Strait View Dr, Port Angeles, WA
Location: Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1033 N Barr Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Potluck Dinner followed by Erev Rosh Hashanah Services.