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TheBABulletin
March 2020 The monthly newsletter of Congregation B’nai Amoona

Triennial Cycle for Reading the Weekly Torah Portion
on Shabbat Mornings

Shalom BA Chaverim! 2) Allow for greater focus on the study of past and anticipate the emerging future. Joe
For the better part of the last 4 decades, the wise and existentially uplifting teach- We pray this innovation for B’nai Amoona
ings of our Holy Torah. will better align us with the practice of the Rabbi Josef Davidson
our Shul has discussed, debated and care- preponderance of our sister Conservative Rabbi
fully weighed a move to the use of the 3) Help us begin to “right-size” the length Shuls - and enable us to fulfil the power-
Triennial Cycle for reading the Weekly and content of our Shabbat Morning wor- ful teaching of the late Chief Rabbi of the 314-576-9990 x136
Torah Portion on Shabbat Mornings. ship experience. As we all know, contem- State of Israel, Rav Kook (who incidentally [email protected]
porary Jews – like all post moderns – have spoke at B’nai Amoona in Spring on 1924):
At long last, our Board of Trustees, in a bit less “Zitz Fleish,” the ability to remain “May the old become renewed, and the new Neal
consonance with the considered guidance seated and engaged for long periods of become Kadosh, holy and sacred.”
of the Klei Kodesh, has voted to begin to time, than previous generations. We sin- Rabbi Neal Rose
follow this Halachikly approved approach cerely hope a more streamlined and intel- As always, should you have any questions Senior Rabbinic Scholar
of the Committee on Law and Standards of lectually and spiritually engaging Shabbat or concerns, we are available to meet and
the Conservative Movement as of Shabbat Morning will garner greater participation discuss further. 314-576-9990 x110
Morning March 28, 2020, Parashat Vayikra. and involvement. [email protected]
With optimism and respect,
Like any ritual change in the life of a Of course, no transition of this magnitude Jeff
historic Shul, this decision was not a simple will take root overnight. From time to time, Carnie
one. However, to our minds, it is the cor- we will revert to reading the entire Torah Jeff Singer
rect one for this new era. In fact, like all Portion in order to honor those who have Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose President
the previous major religious modifications already prepared readings or are in the pro- The Rabbi Bernard Lipnick Senior Rabbinc Charir
we have made, we feel strongly this helps cess of finalizing their portions. Please bear 314-249-9607
advance our community’s spiritual agenda with us as we make this significant, much 314-576-9990 x105 [email protected]
as we enter the 2nd decade of the 21st cen- needed, and long-awaited modification. In [email protected]
tury as well as help us achieve three mission addition, it is important to note that there David
critical goals: will be no change to our Shabbat Afternoon Sharon
Minchah, Monday/Thursday Morning or Dr. David Kantor
1) Increase the number of willing and fac- Holy Day Torah Readings. Hazzan Sharon Nathanson Chair, Sacred Experiences Committee
ile Torah Readers. In particular, we feel the 314-576-9990 x104
obligation to prepare our younger people to Congregation B’nai Amoona has always [email protected]
engage more actively in the religious life of been a flagship Shul of the Conservative [email protected]
our Kehillah and of any other community Movement, and our denomination has long For those who would like more
they will join in the future. Shorter Aliyot, adhered to the notion of “Tradition and detailed information about the
publicly chanted selections of Torah, will Change” as a way to both respect our noble Triennial Cycle, please go to
surely make this more feasible. bnaiamoona.com/triennialcycle

CELEBRATE PURIM AT B’NAI AMOONA!

CELEBRATE PURIM AT B'NAI AMOONA:

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By Popular TROLLS take on SHUSHAN

Demand:

Our Sensory PURIM Monday, March 9 - Erev Purim 5780
Friendly Carnival
5:30 pm - Erev Purim Dinner & Grogger Making - RSVP at bnaiamoona.com

Activity Space! 5:30 pm - Afternoon & Evening Minyanim
6:30 pm - Family-Friendly Full Megillah Reading with Harif
CARNIVAL WEAR 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Last Call, 8:45 pm) - Purim Snacks & Shushan Shooters
YOUR
COSTUME! Tuesday, March 10 - Purim Day

MARCH 8, 2020 6:45 am - Morning Minyan with Full Megillah

8:15 am - Festive Purim Seudah (Breakfast)

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

9:30 am - LRECC & Young Family Shpiel & Celebration

6:15 pm - Minchah & Ma'ariv

Don't MISHLOACH MANOT
Forget To FOR ALL!
Wear Your
Costume COURTESY OF YOUR
Both Days! B'NAI AMOONA KLEI KODESH

PDRTBOEHEPCENAEYEREOFTDIUMTSTEHNT FUCNARFRAONFRIFVPGLARAEALILZMLITFEAEEOSGMSOESDS Please bring a box of dry food to Please contact Liessa Alperin at 314-576-9990 x116
use as your Grogger and to or Anita Kraus at 314-576-3688 with any questions.
donate to the Harvey Kornblum Purim is generously sponsored by the B'nai Amoona Board of Trustees.
Jewish Food Pantry after Purim.

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On the Development Side

Many of us remember the epic scene when and now is the time we show her just how our website, www.bnaiamoona.com or by Did You Know?
Maria turns around and joyously sings “The much we appreciate and love her by attend- calling Gail Armstrong at 314-576-9990.
hills are alive with the Sound of Music...” ing our “Cantor Sharon and Friends” concert Thank you to everyone who has already There is a lovely lady, not a member, who
And although we do not have beautiful roll- on March 29 celebrating the last glorious shown love and incredible support for our I’ve gotten to know without even meeting
ing hills from which to hear melodies, we 16+ years and ensuring many more years Cantor Sharon. Seats are going quickly and her. She sends tributes to B’nai Amoona
have Cantor Sharon Nathanson filling our of magnificent music. By honoring Cantor we want you to be part of this remarkable fairly regularly. She writes her requests
hearts and souls with the sound of music! Sharon with your support and presence, you outpouring to our beloved Cantor Sharon. on old-fashioned ivory stationery with an
For the past 16+ years, Cantor Sharon has will be helping to establish and endow the embossed address at the top. The last line
provided us with inspiration and motivation B’nai Amoona Cantorial Chair. Many have B’Shalom, always catches my eye, as her address ends
to musically connect with our prayers, learn already reserved their place in the audience with USA. Yesterday, she left me a voice
trope to read Torah, become a Davener, by purchasing a specialized ticket rang- Beth message. The message began: “I’ve always
participate in one of many choral groups ing from Executive Producer ($10,000 and had a fondness for B’nai Amoona, but I’m
enhancing various services, just to name above), Producer ($5400), Director ($3600), Beth Saltzman too old to join. However, I do have a ques-
a few of her selfless and endless endeav- Music Director ($1800), Broadway Star Vice President, Development tion, and hope Ms. Gail Armstrong will
ors for the betterment of the Shul and our ($540), Chorus Line ($180), or Fan ($54). return my call.”
Kehillah. She has been there for us and now The distinct benefits for each level were 314-680-5964
is the time for us to be there for her! included with your invitation mailed earlier [email protected] Well, Ms. Gail Armstrong returned her
this month. Tickets can be purchased on call. I opened with some lighthearted banter
Cantor Sharon has done so much for us about never being too old to join a Shul.
Truth be told, I think she’s quite old and
still quite sharp. I told her I felt I knew her
even though we’d never met - a woman who
writes loving tribute requests on beauti-
ful, old-style stationery. She told me it had
been ordered in Paris years ago. Somehow,
I wasn’t surprised. After answering the
question she’d called about, I reiterated my
comment about never being too old to join
B’nai Amoona and tried to engage her in the
possibility. In turn, she told me a touching
story about growing up next door to a fam-
ily who attended B’nai Amoona when it was
in University City and how she loved going
to Shul with her next-door friend. It pro-
vided a meaningful experience for her - she
said she loved visiting the Shul. We chatted
a bit more and I hung up with a new friend
(albeit, not yet a new member!).

This is my job. I love it. I love represent-
ing B’nai Amoona, working with people,
hearing their stories, and cultivating rela-
tionships. Although this woman is not a
member, she is clearly close to our mem-
bers, sending regular tributes. My goal is
for all, members and non-members alike, to
see us in this same special light. My greater
goal is to always be caring, approachable,
and a good listener in order to learn what
makes B’nai Amoona meaningful for each
person with whom I interact. The stories are
as varied as the people who tell them, creat-
ing a unique Jewish mosaic representing the
many facets of our Shul.

Gail

Gail Armstrong
Director of Development

314-576-9990 x126
[email protected]

CONGREGATION B'NAI AMOONA CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO OUR CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

5780 Annual Act now!
Meeting Make a difference!
Monday, March 16 at 7:00 pm Every dollar
counts!
AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS:
"The Future of B'nai Amoona" presented by our President and Executive Committee Join the many
Updates on the Capital Campaign, Operating Budget and Scrip Program B’nai Amoona
Presentation of next year's Congregational Theme by our Klei Kodesh families who are
Election of our new Officers and Board of Trustees and appreciation to our retiring already helping to secure
Officers and Board Members Our Future…ATIDEYNU -
‫ עתידנו‬- for generations to
come.

Contact Gail Armstrong at
[email protected],
and make (or increase!)
your pledge today and help
sustain our Kehillah.

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Our Community

Mazel Tov to... Member Spotlight
Meet Jimmy Greenstein
Violetta Kessler De Leon and Israel De Leon Rivemar on the birth of twin
boys, Nathan Emilio De Leon and Matteo Ezra De Leon. Proud siblings While some people happy he is able to help these students who
and grandparents are Benjamin Kessler, Naomi Kessler, Alejandro, Mara and would find working with are experiencing a variety of difficult issues
Lehabim De Leon, Michael Grober & Tamara Sirochenco and Alejandro De Leon their spouse unimagi- in their lives.
Gonzalez & Bertha Rivemar Arellano. nable, Jimmy Greenstein
JPro honorees: Betti Blumoff, Amy Neuman, Vickie Shuchart, & Lori Wishne. wouldn’t have it any Another passion of Jimmy’s is his physi-
Lynn Harris on the birth of her grandson, Benjamin Robbie Treinish. Proud other way. He and his cal health where he remains in good shape
parents of their first child are Libby and Jonathan Treinish, from Indianapolis. wife, Lori Linder, work through his vigorous physical exercise.
together at her company, Between his daily workouts, hiking, golf,
Condolences As of 1/31/20 City Speech, where he training for triathlons, he likes to eat anything
As of 1/31/20 runs the accounting, marketing, billing and he wants and be on top of his physical health.
The Congregation extends heartfelt sympathy to the families of: human resource areas of the business. Working out has been a life-long commit-
E. Fred Brecher Jimmy and Lori married almost 13 years ment where he has a fondness for all sports,
Roslyn Kaskowitz Glaser ago and family has always been a top prior- except for those which are extreme. Jimmy
John A. Isaacs ity for both of them. Jimmy has two grown can be seen playing softball throughout the
Jerry Kravitz children from his previous marriage who spring and summer as a pivotal member of
Sam Merwin live and work in Los Angeles – Joey, 27 the B’nai Amoona Meshuggahnuts.
and Jessica, 22. While the Greenstein clan
May their memories be a source of blessing! spends a lot of time with immediate family, B’nai Amoona has always been an impor-
they also get together often with extended tant aspect of Jimmy’s life. His father, Harvey
MSearrvcihceShSacbhbeadtule family. They share holidays, birthdays and Greenstein, is a Past President and pillar of
Sunday night dinners. While some could also our community. Jimmy is currently serving
not imagine so much family togetherness, his first term on the Board of Trustees and
Jimmy says this Greenstein group really is happy to have been asked to serve in this
likes one another. In particular, his wife and position by Jeff Singer, our current President.
children make him laugh and he adores his In looking back on his experience of growing
nieces and nephews. up at B’nai Amoona, Jimmy says that he has
Outside of work, Jimmy spends time men- always been very comfortable at our Shul,
toring elementary school children in the raised his own children here and his favorite
Ritenour School District where he meets thing about belonging are the people.
with two students once a week. He shares
this experience with his father and brother as When asked about his perfect day, he says
they are mentors in this program. Jimmy is it would begin with coffee, working out,
playing 18 holes of golf with his dad and
brother Mike and friend Ben, followed by
dinner with the family.

March 7 Tetzaveh aHnedlp SBheaaruetiYfyouOruTrreSapsaucrees
Shabbat Zachor
As a result of our renovations, we have several display cases available for members to dis-
March 14 Ki Tissa play their Judaic collections or even an individual Judaic piece.
Shabbat Parah We are hoping to be able to put together displays of:
• Kiddush Cups
March 21 Vayekel-Pekudei • Mezuzot
Shabbat HaChodesh • Chanukiot
Shabbat Mevarechim HaChodesh • Menorahs
• Shofars
March 28 Vayikra • Havdalah Sets
• Seder Plates
• Prayer Books
• Any other Judaic artifacts that are rare, historically significant and/or beautiful.
Do YOU have any significant Judaic artifacts that you would like to have displayed at B’nai
Amoona? If so, or if you need more information, please contact Lester Goldman at
[email protected]; 314-567-5272.

BTheecoJmudeaaicaPaSthroonp of

Would you like to have anywhere from 10-30% off in the Judaica Shop? If you answered
“yes”, we would LOVE to have you become a Patron of the Judaica Shop. Here’s how:
A one time* donation of:
$90 entitles you to 10% off
$180 entitles you to 15% off
$360 entitles you to 20% off
$540 entitles you to 25% off
$720 entitles you to 30% off
Discount not valid on Tallitot,
Kosher Mezuzah Scrolls, Tefillin and books
* There will be a yearly Patron
renewal fee of $10
Contact Robin Shulman at
[email protected] or 314-369-8599 for more details!

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Lifelong Learning

BA Lehrhaus Institute Adult Education

Pre-Pesach Adult Education Workshops Exciting New Classes Kaiut Yoga
Wednesdays at 9:15 am
March 18 The Voices from Israel Kaiut Yoga supports biomechanical
Good Food and Song: The Flavor of Pesach Thursday March 26 at 7:00 pm health working from the joints through
Facilitated by Cantor Sharon Nathanson & Mashgiach Chef Jon Hoffman Presentations by: w simple poses utilized with optimal ben-
10:00-11:30 am Wednesday April 22 at 7:00 pm efit for your unique body. Increase free-
March 25 Facilitated by BA Klei Kodesh dom of movement, improve circulation,
The Seder: Neither Here Nor There Israel Engagement is more than just harmonize the physical structure and
Facilitated by Rabbi Josef Davidson supporting Israel. It is experiencing calm the mind.
10:00-11:30 am AND 7:00 – 8:30 pm your own Israel. It is learning from your All adult ages and abilities are welcome.
April 1 time in Israel. It is being in the army. It Whether you are completely new to
Kabbalistic and Mystical Insights into the Passover Seder is raising children in Israel. It is both yoga or have been practicing for years,
Facilitated by Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose embracing Israel, while struggling with this style of yoga will meet you on the
10:00-11:30 am AND 7:00 – 8:30 pm your relationship with the land. Israel is mat.
more than just a place; it is the people Facilitated by Lori Zucker, certified
ALL ARE WELCOME! there, the people who have chosen to KYM 200​
love from afar, and those who seek to Class Fee: $72 (5 week session)
To RSVP for any of these classes, please contact Amy Maupin at make Aliyah one day. These are the
[email protected] or 314-576-9990 x131. Voices from Israel. Each session will
bring new voices to share their own
Israel story with us.
There is no fee for this class.

Youth Department Interested in being a part of our Visit bnaiamoona.com to
new Adult Education Committee register for these classes and
Kadima (Grades 6-7) and charting a path for Adult check out our full listing of
hit the ice! Education at B’nai Amoona? Adult Education classes for
Contact Liessa at Winter/Spring 2020.
Chalutzim (Grade 8) [email protected] or
enjoyed the Escape Room! 314-576-9990 x116.

BAUSY (Grades 9-12) L’ Dor V’ Dor
had a blast at When I was as kid we had this chest of The dress up clothes of my youth have
Winter Shabbaton! drawers filled with dress up clothes. It was disappeared having been passed on to my
one of the many reasons friends thought own children who have now outgrown them
we had a “cool house”. It may have been as well! (Though… knowing my mother
the only time I was ever “cool”, and it they are somewhere in the basement in a bin
wasn’t really me; it was the house. Friends of some sort!) A new bin of dress up clothes
would come over and immediately ask are in my house now. These are reserved for
to play dress up. Thank goodness there Purim. Oh the things you will find in there!!
wasn’t Facebook at the time or those pic-
tures would probably have been posted During Purim I choose to celebrate the
leading to my later embarrassment! braveness in our world as I think of Vashti,
Esther, and Mordechai; each of whom found
During these times of dressing up, I was a way to face challenges while striving to
able to be anyone I wanted to be! The act of stand up for others. Sometimes they wore
pretending was intensified by actually don- a mask; but, other times they stood up as
ning the clothing of the person I wished to themselves! This Adar may each of us find
become. The choices were endless! a way to see each other, ourselves, and our
children for who we really are…to celebrate
Many times during my adult life I have all that is beautiful in each person...to rec-
wanted to play dress up. Sometimes these ognize that each child, each person, needs
moments occured when I felt ill equipped someone to SEE THEM and BELIEVE
for something and wondered if I were IN THEM, without a mask; truly seeing
someone else; would I feel more confident? all that is right and good in the people we
Other times, it came from a desire to try on love! During Adar, may we be HAPPY and
a new idea or interest for a bit of time. And JOYFUL and celebrate each other!
then there were the times when I looked
around and wondered if I HAD actually dis- Liessa
guised myself as someone else; realizing
people were treating me in a way that felt Liessa Alperin
different or uncomfortable. Director of Innovative
Learning & Engagement
As you read the Megillah you realize
that many of these themes are present in 314-576-9990 x116
the story of Purim. A careful read of the [email protected]
Megillah tells us that Vashti, Esther and
Mordechai ALL played dress up at one time
or another. This is perhaps one of the rea-
sons why Purim is referred to as a Holiday
of Masks! Even God does not appear in tra-
ditional form in the Megillah; as the Rabbis
have argued that perhaps God is in disguise
as well.

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Lifelong Learning

Early Childhood News
Is my child doing the right thing? Young children love the repetition of hear-
Very early in their lives, we begin teach- ing the story of Esther, making costumes, Purim Carnival - March 8, 2020
ing values of being kind to others, doing enacting the story, sharing in the making 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
what is right, and sticking up for your and eating of Hamantaschen, participating
friends. We do this through modeling, in making Mishoach Manot and delivering Our Amazing carnival always has a special section for our
questioning and taking action. At what them to those in need as well as to those we preschool aged children... and it's free!
age can children stand up for one another? love, building Shushan and the castle, and
Our ECC teachers would argue that it is at of course doing what is right and saving Purim Evening - March 9, 2020
a very young age. Being an upstander is the Jewish people. The halls will be full of Fun begins at 5:30 pm
being a hero, doing what is right, and help- chaos as we celebrate.
ing others; all values that we teach each At BA, we love to celebrate and make noise during the holiday of Purim! On the eve
day. Purim is a fabulous example of being of Purim, the entire congregation will make and spin groggers, dress up in fun costumes, and
an upstander. Esther was an upstander but have a great time. Join us for a Pre-Purim dinner and Megillah with Harif. Want to know
not in the very beginning. Her uncle taught
her to do what was right. Young children Anita what our Rabbi’s surprise costume will be this year? Only way to find out is to be there!
learn by doing. The process of pretend- Anita Kraus
ing builds skills in many essential devel- Director of Early Childhood Education Purim Day - March 10, 2020
opmental skill areas including social and Fun begins at 9:00 am
emotional, language, and thinking skills. 314-576-9990 x127
Beginning at 9:30 am, the whole LRECC invites any families with young children to join us
[email protected] for our shpiel followed by a Purim Celebration. 
Not a Fan of the Snow?
Mirowitz 5th grade students will be on hand to help!

You'll be happy to know that
camp starts in just 3 Months!

Camp B'nai Ami
June 8 - August 7

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Camp Ramot Amoona - Summer 2020

10 reasons it’s time e (Teva) · Dance (Rikud) king (Beeshul) · Art (Om June 8th - Aug 7th
to sign up for Ramot Ages 6 wks thru
Amoona:
6th grade
1. Camp is starting in a
short 3 months!! Swimming (Schiya) · an
2. The scholarship dead Natur d more!
line is quickly approaching. Coo anut)
3. We get to use our new, beautiful B’nai
Amoona facilities this summer. 314-576-9990 www.bnaiamoona.com 324 S. Mason Rd, St. Louis 63141
4. Your camper can spend the summer with
their friends. REGISTER TODAY!
5. Your camper will cultivate his/her love
for Judaism while participating in all of
the classic camp activities.
6. Watermelon Cookies are waiting!
7. Yom Yisrael
8. Swim Lessons by YMCA certified swim
teachers daily.
9. Jewish music brings so much Ruach to
camp.
10. Ramot Amoona 2020 will be the best
summer yet!

Camp registration is in full swing, I can’t
wait to see your camper registered! Reach
out if you have any questions!

Kyla

Kyla Gersten
Director, Camp Ramot Amoona

314-769-5952
[email protected]

6 March 2020

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Get Involved

Men’s Club at BA

Man of the Year/Youth of the Year Men’s club is proof that there is no rea-
son to feel bored or disconnected at B’nai
We are excited to announce this year’s Man of the Year is Jeff Weis and our Youth of the Year is Ethan Wallerstein. Amoona! Come hang out! We have plenty
We will be celebrating our Man of the Year and Youth of the Year luncheon at Kol Rinah on March 22. You can register on the going on and something for everyone.
B’nai Amoona website. Admission is $23 per person; Children ages 10 to 18 are $15 each and under 10 are complimentary. Make sure to join or renew your Men’s
Club membership when you receive your
Jeff Weis was born in Instead, he turned to retail which is Louis, and joined Congregation B’nai letter. It is only $40 and that money helps
Baltimore, Maryland, one of the places where he found suc- Amoona, it was only natural that he got send kids to camp who otherwise wouldn’t
grew up in Minneapolis, cess. He spent 14 years at Brown Shoe involved in its Men’s Club. After a few be able to afford it. If you have member-
Minnesota, spent part Company and the past 22 years with Saks years, and a great deal of encouragement ship questions contact the Men’s Club
of his adult life in Fifth Avenue, among others. During his and support from Rabbi Lipnick (Z”L), he Membership Chair, Paul Whitson at 314-
Birmingham, Alabama 44 years in retail business, he has been was asked to become the Club President, 695-6972 or email [email protected].
and has called St. Louis home for over a manager, buyer, division manager, and where he successfully served for three
30 years. He married his beautiful bride general merchandise manager. Despite years. It was during that time that Jeff At the beginning of February, we had a
Marcia 35 years ago. They have two chil- having enjoyed all of that success, he is was instrumental in getting our club re- wonderful World Wide Wrap 2020. Thank
dren, Eric who is married to Jentri, and, very much looking forward to retirement involved with the Federation of Jewish you to everyone who participated, Rabbi
Sarah, mother of Jeff’s wonderful grand- in 2021! Men’s Clubs, an international organization Rose for sharing great insight on the
son, Aidan. for conservative synagogues’ men’s clubs Mitzvah of Tefillin and Liessa Alperin for
Jeff graduated from the State University When not working, Jeff loves gardening, and bringing it to new heights. After his coordinating Men’s Club working together
of New York at Albany with degrees in a hobby which he learned and shared with time as Men’s Club President, Jeff also with the 6th Graders. Also, I’d like to send
Political Science and History. Originally, it his father. He is a BIG sports fan, especial- served on the congregation’s Executive a big thank you to Men’s Club members
was his goal to become a lawyer but dur- ly rooting on the Cardinals, Blues and his Committee, including as the Operations Frank Keller, Jay Englander, Ed Herzog,
ing his senior year, after interning with the Minnesota Twins and Vikings. His real Vice-President and as a Member at Large. Mark Givarz, and Creighton Cohn for all of
chairman of the New York State Assembly sports passion is college football and the He continues to be involved in the B’nai the work they did on this event.
Judiciary Committee where he spent team he considers the best in the nation – Amoona Men’s Club, especially the bien-
countless hours in the law library doing University of Alabama. Roll Tide!! nial Mother’s Day Brunch. Men’s Club Ax Throwing
legal research, he realized that the law was Do you ever feel so stressed that you
not for him. While in Birmingham, Jeff was the
Men’s Club president at his synagogue. just want to throw something? On March
When he moved this family back to St. 21 you have your chance! The Men’s Club
is hosting a fun night of Ax Throwing and
Ethan Wallerstein is a has been active in B’nai Amoona’s youth Ethan is in his second year assisting tickets are only $20. There will be beer,
senior at Marquette High groups, including USY during High Liessa Alperin in the MKLC office twice soda, pizza, and GETTING TO THROW
School in the Rockwood School. Beginning with the B’nai Amoona a week. He greatly enjoys helping Andy AN AX!!! Could you be the next trick shot
School District and will Children’s Choir and then with Zamarim Schwebel on Shabbat and at other times. Mohel? Find out on March 21! Tickets
attend the University of from 8th grade through the present, Ethan are VERY limited so please register on the
Kansas in the fall, study- has enjoyed participating musically in the Ethan’s favorite studies in school focus B’nai Amoona website right away. If you
ing Mechanical Engineering. Ethan is the life of the Congregation. on engineering and science. Throughout have questions, contact Jay Winig at 917-
son of Eric & Amy Wallerstein, brother High School he has played violin in the 439-2984 or email at [email protected].
of Seth and Talia, and the grandson of During the summer, Ethan attended Concert Orchestra, following in the steps
Rita Beckerman and Sheldon & the late Camp B’nai Ami, Camp Ramot Amoona, of his older brother and father. He has As you can see, we really do offer a vari-
Deanna Wallerstein. and Herzl Camp in Wisconsin. He was enjoyed participating in Jewish Student ety of events. Something will tickle your
Ethan started his formal Jewish educa- a counselor at Camp Ramot Amoona, Union at school. Ethan competed with interests! So, join Men’s Club today and be
tion at B’nai Amoona Early Childhood an Ozo (Counselor in Training) at Herzl one of the school’s Robotics teams and a part of our brotherhood.
Center as a one-year-old in the Parent Camp, and this year will be a counselor loves competing on the school’s Ultimate
Infant Program and continued through at Herzl Camp. Ethan went on the B’nai Frisbee team. In his spare time he also Kevin
ECC graduation. He attended Hebrew Amoona family trip to Israel in 2013 and enjoys building things and fix-it projects.
school from Kindergarten through 10th returned to Israel in 2018 as part of the Kevin Litt
grade, culminating in his confirmation, USY Eastern Europe/Israel Pilgrimage, Ethan looks forward to actively par- Men’s Club President
and he has also participated in the 11th experiencing an immersion into Jewish ticipating at Hillel and being a part of
and 12th grade Gesher program. Ethan history in Eastern Europe, especially relat- the on-campus Jewish community at the 314-339-3550
ed to the Holocaust. University of Kansas. [email protected]

Sisterhood News Social Action

Why Sisterhood Matters by our very own SAVE THE DATE: Things are always busy with the Social
Sisterhood members: Women’s Interfaith Conference Action Committee. Our project for Mitzvah
• Strengthen, support, and unite congre- THEME: Women of Faith: Beyond Day was to collect aluminum tabs for
Stereotypes to Truth Ronald McDonald House. We did such a
gation women. DATE: April 22, 2020 great job of gathering tabs from beverages,
• Create identity, comradery, connections, TIME: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm tuna cans, pet food cans, and soups that
PLACE: Dar ul Jalal Masjid (Mosque) this project will continue. Please save your
friendships, community. aluminum tabs for our collection jar in the
• Connect people to our Shul and support 8945 Dunn Road Social Action cloakroom to the right of the
Hazelwood, MO. 63042 reception desk in the main entrance.
our Shul, staff, and seminaries. Watch for registration info coming soon!
• Provide engagement and service Book Club Finally, we are sponsoring a talk from
B’nai Amoona and Kol Rinah Sisterhoods Erica Steen, the new Director of the Harvey
through programming. have a joint Book Club that meets the 4th Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry, on Saturday
• Encourage membership in B’nai Wednesday of each month at the St. Louis March 7. We will be distributing bags from
County Library, 10:00-11:30 am. Trader Joe’s to bring food for the food pan-
Amoona by encouraging membership in March 26: What to Do About the Solomons try beginning the end of February. Please
Sisterhood. by Bethany Ball (243 pages) bring at least one Kosher for Passover item
• Give Sisterhood and B’nai Amoona a April 23: The Mourning Sexton: A Novel for people who cannot afford it, as well as
presence and voice in the community. of Suspense by Michael Baron (Michael non-kosher for Passover food. Make sure
• Have fun! Kahn) (416 pages) the items are unopened, unexpired, and in
If you would like to be a part of this amaz- non-breakable containers. We will sort food
ing group of Sisters, please contact Rachel Rachel on Sunday, March 15 beginning at 10:00
Taxman, Sisterhood President, at am, so please join us to help our newest
[email protected] or Marcia Lyons, Rachel Taxman project: OPERATION MOSES.
Advisor, or [email protected] President, Sisterhood
Do you have a great social action idea?
314-322-5006 Would you like to help? Please contact me!
[email protected]
Laura

Laura Goldmeier
Social Action Committee Chair

314-997-1253
[email protected]

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In Tribute A special note from our Rabbis and Cantor: Though we do not publish the names of those who
make contributions to our Discretionary Funds (as a way to protect their request for anonymity),
we deeply appreciate your continued thoughtfulness and generosity. Todah Rabbah & may you
continue to be blessed from On-High. ~ Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose, Cantor Sharon Nathanson,
Rabbi Neal Rose, Rabbi Josef Davidson
In addition, we do not publish contributions made by our Klei Kodesh and Board President.

The Congregation acknowledges with thanks the following contributions:

YAHRZEITS B’nai Amoona members conduct- Jackie & Marty Lipsitz Sheryl & Larry Zigler Morris Kram SETH M. CHARLSON CAMP
IN MEMORY OF ing Shabbat services at Delmar Marcie & Michael Handler HAROLD & MILDRED GULLER Gary Myers RAMOT AMOONA SCHOLAR-
Robert Owens Gardens West Fran Silver FUND SHIP FUND
Anita & Terry Reis IN MEMORY OF MEYER KRANZBERG LEARNING IN HONOR OF
Holly & Steve Elfanbaum Muriel & Marvin Beckerman Eleanor Glick Brad Poger CENTER FUND Doris Zinn’s special birthday
Brian Jeffrey Smith Betti Blumoff, Amy Neuman, Carla & Leonard Weintraub IN MEMORY OF
Vickie Shuchart, Lori Wishne – JPro The Silk Family Cindi & Keith Guller Morris Kram Nancy & Alan Charlson
Marjorie Smith awards Brad Leibman KAREN CHOD MEMORIAL CAMP JoLinda Cohen’s special birthday
Mollie Bluestein Cohen Jody Gordon ASSISTANCE FUND Sherry & Lenny Simpson
Esther Lyss-Greenstein & Harvey Esther & Robert Banashek IN HONOR OF Elliott Alper Nancy & Alan Charlson
JoLinda & Sanford Cohen Greenstein Harry Shechter’s speedy recovery Tom Schweizer’s special birthday
Alison Seidler
Irl Baris Sarah Cohen’s engagement Morris Kram Susie & David Gitt NATHAN & BELLE STOLIAR Nancy & Alan Charlson
Shirlene Baris Sylvia & Stuart Manewith Laura & Steve Olson Gert Hulbert’s speedy recovery CANDY FUND IN MEMORY OF
IN HONOR OF Peggy Taxman
Jacqueline Lee Danny Wolchansky & Gina’s en- Martin Pokres Rosalie Franklin & Oscar Goldberg Harry Shechter’s recovery
Louise & Dale Frohlichstein gagement & forthcoming marriage Suzanne & Don Sloane IN MEMORY OF Judy & Jerry Zafft
Elliott Alper Beth Saltzman Elliott Alper
William Rothman, Edward Schapiro Sylvia & Stuart Manewith Bill Stuesse IN MEMORY OF
Ellen Schapiro & Gerald Axelbaum Dotty Ellis’ speedy recovery Marla & Gary Goldstein Marlene & Marvin Rosengarten Roslyn Glaser Nancy & Alan Charlson
Debra & Joel Spigel Judy & Jerry Zafft
Gertrude Olschwanger Rozella & Jerry Lapp Ruth Halpern Susie & David Gitt Eunice & John Reichman Margaret Abeles
Helen Baker Elise & Mark Krug’s anniversary Gerry & Chuck Halpern Rosalie Franklin & Oscar Goldberg Jerry Stoliar Nancy & Alan Charlson
Peggy Taxman Brad Poger Phyllis Barenboim
Daniel G. Hollander Julie & Lenny Frankel Jerome Kaskowitz Laurie & Stu Cohen Beth Saltzman Nancy & Alan Charlson
Cookie & Ron Hollander IN MEMORY OF Marcie & Michael Handler Brad Poger OSCAR & ELAINE GOLDBERG Brad Poger
Elliott Alper Susie & David Gitt NEW IDEA FUND Nancy & Alan Charlso
Baila Herman, Aaron Yolkut, Lea BEN SACHS BREAKFAST FUND Rosalie Franklin & Oscar Goldberg IN MEMORY OF Roslyn Glaser
Extein, Eshter Mindis, Bessie Moss Rochelle & Lester Goldberg IN MEMORY OF Roz Glaser Roz Margulis Gail & Allan Feinberg
Shirley & Gary Madden Sylvia Apell, Sol Averbuch, Jea- Susie & David Gitt Oscar Goldberg
Lorraine & Jordan Cherrick Beverly Simowitz nette Brown Rosalie Franklin & Oscar Goldberg Brad Poger SHOMREI AMOONIM – ELDERLY
Esther Webb Gerry & Chuck Halpern KIDDUS DONATION Oscar Goldberg OUTREACH
Mary Freund Edie & Harvey Brown IN HONOR OF Richard Priest IN HONOR OF
Ryna Hart Shirley Alper Roz Glaser Craig Neuman Oscar Goldberg Jon Hoffman
Eunice Rothman Felder, William Gladys & Al Alper The Rosenzweigs Lil Dalin
Rothman Marla & Gary Goldstein Debra & Joel Spigel LEWIN SENIOR TRANSPORTA- Debbie & Jeff Dalin Debra & Joel Spigel
Eleanor Glick CAMP RAMOT AMOONA DONA- TION FUND PAUL & BETTY MENDELSON & IN MEMORY OF
Gail & Richard Klein Lovell Levin TION IN MEMORY OF FAMILY FOOD FOR THE NEEDY Natalie Norwick
Bernie Rosen Jessica & Sam Maiden and Family IN MEMORY OF Roslyn Glaser FUND
Gloria Sirkin Elliott Alper Phyllis Golberg IN MEMORY OF Barbara Davidson
Arlene O’Connell E. Fred Brecher Brad Poger Morris Kram Morris Kram
Mendel Goldenberg Judy & Robert Kramer Sandy & Bob Rudman Phyllis Goldberg Sheryl Bauer
The Wallerstein Family CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DONATION LIBRARY DONATION Roslyn Glaser Susan & Neal Kalishman
Lanie & Milton Goldenberg Barbara Eiger, Liz Eiger IN HONOR OF IN MEMORY OF The Rosman Family
Marvin Kahn Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce Ed Rosen’s special birthday Eva Kofsky PAUL & BETTY MENDELSON & SISTERHOOD DONATION
Frank Joan Kaskowitz USY TIKUN OLAM FUND IN HONOR OF
Elaine Kahn Peggy Taxman Sharon Kirsch LINDA ROTSKOFF EARLY CHILD- IN MEMORY OF Sara Haluf
Joy Chorlins Joyce & Richard Becker IN MEMORY OF HOOD CENTER DONATION Roslyn Kaskowitz Glaser
Gail & Hershey Feldstein Roz Glaser IN HONOR OF Paula & Stan Gudder Esther Lyss-Greenstein & Harvey
Susan & Jack Palan Marla & Gary Goldstein Lisa Samis RABBI BERNARD LIPNICK Greenstein
Sarah Rogul Joan Hoffman Rhonda & Andy Oberman Vickie Shuchart FOUNDATION FOR THE CON- IN MEMORY OF
Miriam Grad Dotty & Jim Ellis IN MEMORY OF SERVATIVE MOVEMENT Peggy Taxman
Marvin Rogul Marla & Gary Goldstein Brad Poger Roslyn Glaser IN HONOR OF Elaine & Mark Smith
Norman Finger, Joanne Finger Jerry Kravitz Dotty & Jim Ellis Marlene & Marvin Rosengarten Rabbi Miriam Spitzer’s Dr. of Gail & Hershey Feldstein
Sherry & Jay Phillips Rhonda & Andy Oberman Vivian Zvibleman Divinity Evelyn M. Federbush
Shirley Finger Brad Poger Elliott Alper Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce Gloria $ Sandy Spitzer Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce
Harry Fine Kathy & Tom DeWoskin Rhonda & Andy Oberman Frank IN MEMORY OF Frank
Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce Peggy Taxman Rozella & Jerry Lapp Lillian Fishgoll, Eugene Fishgoll Jerry Kravitz
Marcia Handler Frank Rhonda & Andy Oberman Linda & Jerome Kraus Gloria & Sandy Spitzer Rachel & Alan Taxman
Jules Snitzer Sue & Marc Lapp DAVID GREENSTEIIN EARLY Chavurah Ruach Roslyn Glaser
Eleanor Glick CHILDHOOD CENTER FUND Erica Morris Susan & Richard Roman SOCIAL ACTION DONATION
Shirley Snitzer Barbara Berger Bahn IN MEMORY OF Charles Neuman SAMMY GOLDMAN KABBALAT IN HONOR OF
Gloria Karoll, Seymour Karoll, Denny & Carl Greenberg David Greenstein Ellen & Steve Lourie SHABBAT MUSIC PROGRAM Fred Blumenthal’s concert
Abraham Karoll Bob Yawitz Esther Lyss-Greenstein & Harvey Polly Brown & Elliott Lanson FUND
Rozella & Jerry Lapp Greenstein Ronald Goldenberg IN HONOR OF Amy & Eric Wallerstein and Family
Leonard Karoll Sam Merwin Roz Glaser Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce Lester Goldman’s Mitzvah Mensch Nate Arbeit’s Bar Mitzvah
Max Mindis, Minnie Cherrick, Solo- Rhonda O’Brien & Steve Rosen Esther Lyss-Greenstein & Harvey Frank award
mon Jay Cherrick Wendy Knudsen Greenstein Jerry Kravitz Vivian Zvibleman Karen Flippo
Joan Hoffman DIANE & PAUL GALLANT ADULT Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce Susan Nathanson IN MEMORY OF
Lorraine & Jordan Cherrick Roslyn Glaser EDUCATION FUND Frank Myrna & Jay Meyer Roslyn Glaser
Isadore Stein Holly & Steve Elfanbaum IN MEMORY OF LYNN MYERS MEMORIAL MITZ- Marvin Rosengarten’s special
Julie & Lenny Frankel Elliott Alper VAH FUND birthday Gertrude Hulbert
Alan Stein Fran & Harvey Cantor Diane & Paul Gallant IN HONOR OF Susan Nathanson Bernard Hulbert
Gertrude Olschwanger Denny & Carl Greenberg Roslyn Glaser Liessa Alperin Ken Goldman’s recovery
Kathy & Tom DeWoskin The Rosman Family Gary Myers Susan Nathanson Gertrude Hulbert
Barbara & Harry Shechter Micki Kingsley DR. EDWARD & MARLA COHEN Lester Goldman IN MEMORY OF Brad Poger
Hyman Blatt, Robert Blatt Joan Hoffman CARING COMMITTEE FUND Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce Sylvia Adele Loomstein
Myrna & Jay Meyer IN MEMORY OF Frank Susan Nathanson Jackie & Bob Lueg
Susie & Jerry Comensky Gail & Hershey Feldstein Roz Glaser Gary Myers Alice Goldman, Ben Goldman, Fay
Marion Perlmutter Jody & Mickey Waldman Marla & Ed Cohen Lester Goldman Dennis, Judy Goldman VISHINANTAM LEVANECHA
Debbi & Brian Braunstein ENID GREENSTEIN FUND Michelle Lundy’s Bat Mitzvah Miriam Dennis ENDOWMENT FUND
Joel Perlmutter Harriet & Ted Fredman IN MEMORY OF Gary Myers Sam Merwin IN HONOR OF
Albert Alper Aaron & Nancy Novack Blanche & Harry Kostman Beverlee Sagel Esther Lyss-Greenstein & Harvey Your new grandchild’s baby nam-
Natalie & Jerry Kessler Radine & Ben Borowsky Tzofia Dean’s Bat Mitzvah Greenstein ing
Norman Gold Irene & Jim Hirschfield FISCHER PAVILLION FUND Gary Myers Enid Weisberg-Frank & Bruce
Mor Rothmann Dale & David Steinberg IN MEMORY OF IN MEMORY OF Frank The Fagin Family
Charlene & Larry Eidelman Edward Radloff Roz Glaser Roz Glaser Vickie Shuchart
Ervin Rodin Bonnie, Michael & Marco (Koren- Susan & Art Shevitz Gary Myers Susan Nathanson
Ruth Kunitz blat) Donato & Randy Bourdeau GARY & PHYLLIS TRAUB CAMP Madeline Cane Lester Goldman Cindy & David Schuval
Sue & Marc Lapp SCHOLARSHIP FUND Gary Myers Bill Stuesse IN MEMORY OF
Rhoda Grimsky Sandra Sabath IN MEMORY OF Sam Merwin Lester Goldman Roz Glaser
Henry Lee Susan & Ed Weiner Milton Goldfarb Gary Myers
Amy & Larry Perlmutter Phyllis & Gary Traub Cindy & David Schuval
Sharon & Irv Steinberg Ruth Reiman Roz Glaser
Pearl Glazer Horowitz Marla & Gary Goldstein Gerald Bamberger Tributes received after
Joan Kaskowitz Phyllis & Gary Traub February 5, 2020 will
Joan Hoffman Harvey Stone Ron Brimer appear in the next bulletin.
Louis & Mildred Poger Joyce & Jeffrey Glaser and Family Gerald Bamberger
Nancy & Al Siwak Elliott Alper Make a Tribute to honor or
Marshall E. Poger, MD Lanie & Milton Goldenberg remember a loved one at
Jeanne Milder Margie Kessler
Sue & Herb Orenstein bnaiamoona.com/
Barry Milder Ruth Satz donations
Joseph Goldman Monica & Joel Perlmutter
or contact Gail Armstrong
Patty & Bill Goldman at 314-576-9990
Irving Kanoff, Rosalyn Opinsky

Barbara & Jerry Opinsky
Pearl Glazer Horowitz

Debbie & Lou Callen

GENERAL FUND
IN HONOR OF
Leona Schuval’s baby naming

Holly & Steve Elfanbaum

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324 South Mason Road | St. Louis, MO 63141-8029
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Constitution of Benai Amoona Congregation of St. Louis, MO KLEI KODESH & STAFF

By 1886 our congregation had a Rabbi of the Minister. items in Article 7] each member was Carnie Shalom Rose
that it was happy with and a growing For some reason assessed fifty cents for an adult deceased Rabbi Bernard Lipnick Senior Rabbinic Chair
membership. It was now time to make they referred to and twenty five cents for a child deceased.
our existence official by establishing a the Rabbi as a Sharon Nathanson
“Constitution” and filing it with the appro- Minister. The first officers of our congregation, as Cantor
priate Missouri governmental body, which, set out in our Constitution, were:
at that time, for us, was the St. Louis Section 1. Neal Rose
Circuit Court. The filing date was October Required the min- M. Rosenblum, President; L. Senior Rabbinic Scholar
15, 1886. ister to give a sermon whenever requested Lichtenstein, Vice President; L. Storthz,
by the president. Treasurer; A. Tuchler, Recording Josef Davidson
Here are a few excerpts from that docu- Section 5. Required the minister pre- Secretary; M. Rosentreter, Financial Rabbi
ment: pare the children for Bar Mitzvah free of Secretary; L.L. Lippman, S. Marks,
charge. J. Goldwasser, S.S. Dreifuss, M. Mira Davis
Article II: “The Services of this Article XV: Lewkowitz, A. Knoch, Trustees Rabbi Bernard Lipnick Cantorial Intern
Congregation shall be strictly Orthodox, Section 1. Any Israelite may become
and the prayers are always to be recited a member of the congregation by paying Lester Bernard Lipnick (Z”L)
in the Hebrew language, and not to be one month’s dues in advance and being Rabbi Emeritus
changed as long as five members desire to approved by a vote of two-thirds of the Lester Goldman
retain these articles.” Board. [A “Member” refers to the head of 314-304-1997 Leon S. Lissek
the household which usually was a man. In Cantor Emeritus
Article XIII: According to this Article one place they had hand written “his wife [email protected]
the Shamos was assigned a combination of or child” where they wanted to make it Andy Schwebel
religious and executive director duties. He clear that the rights of membership extend- Executive Director
had to attend all “divine” services and see ed to the whole family.]
that the synagogue was in “good order”. Section 6. Member’s children were able Liessa Alperin
He also had to collect money, pay bills, to attend Sabbath school free of charge. Director of Innovative Learning and Engagement
and arrange funerals and weddings. And he Section 7.Upon the death of a member,
had to be bonded. the congregation was responsible for pro- Gail Armstrong
viding a “grave hearse and three carriages”. Director of Development
Article XIV: This article is titled Duties [Even though there is no comma between
grave and hearse, I believe the congrega- Jon Hoffman
tion was obligated to provide a grave.] Mashgiach
Section 8. To defray this cost [of the
Beth Janzer
Become a Minyannaire Director of Accounting

“Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, Zip-a-dee-ay! • Being there to support those in our com- service…now, we need “YOU”…the miss- Anita Kraus
My oh my, what a wonderful day! munity who honor the precious memo- ing link! Don’t hesitate. You know what Director of Early Childhood
Plenty of sunshine heading our way ries of their loved ones by reciting the they say, “Never put off tomorrow what
Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, Zip-a-dee-ay! Kaddish. you can do today.” Call us now indicat- Vickie Shuchart
Come join us in B’nai Amoona’s beauti- ing the day and time of your choosing and Director of Communications
• Minyan, a wonderful way to start your make it official!
day! ful new Guller Chapel. YOU decide the day OFFICERS & EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
and time you’re available to commit to only “Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, Zip-a-dee-ay!
• Awaking bright and early from sleep, one (1) hour a week on an ongoing basis Be - come - a - “Minyannaire”- Jeff Singer
thankful to start a new day! to attend a Service. Whether you choose a this wonderful day! President
morning or an evening Minyan you’ll be
• A new day to live, love and laugh! joining the dedicated Minyannaires who ” Judith Isaacs
assure a Minyan every Monday - Friday Vice President, Member Engagement
• No better way to kick off the day than at 7:00 am; Sunday at 9:00 am. Evening Bev
heading out the door knowing you’re services are held Sunday - Thursday at 6:15 Joel Perlmutter
one of ten (10) necessary men and pm; Beverly Chervitz Vice President, Religious Affairs
women needed to fulfill the require- Minyan Publicity Chair
ments of a Minyan. Saturday night time changes monthly. We Avi Rosenzweig
already have Daveners to lead the service 314-629-8099 Vice President, Education
and we have page callers to navigate the [email protected]
Beth Saltzman
Vice President, Development

Alan Fine
Treasurer

Edward Herzog
Secretary

David Kantor
Member-At-Large

Andy Mayer
Member-At-Large

Howard Morse
Member-At-Large

Gary Wolff
Member-At-Large

AUXILIARY PRESIDENTS

Rachel Taxman
Sisterhood

Kevin Litt
Men’s Club

Jonah Boyer
BAUSY

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APRIL 24-26

when we will welcome

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