Two Simple Goals

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motas-logo-200If you are a man, and you are a member of Temple Ahavat Shalom, you’re part of the Men of TAS. It’s as simple as that. As MoTAS, we have two simple goals. First, we want to welcome you and build a relationship with you, which will strengthen your connection to the congregation and other members. Second, we want to be a role model for the rest of the congregation in everything we do. Your father (hopefully) sets the standards for you on how to live an exemplary life. We want to be that exemplar for TAS: we want to lead in relationship building, community building, and being there when we are needed. To do this, we need you to be with us.

Come and get to know us. Here are some ways you build a relationship with us:

September will be our traditional schedule — speaker meetings, and special activities such as the construction of the Sukkah. But why wait until fall. Get to know your new officers, come to an event, support our fundraising activities. But most importantly: say hello! We’re here for you, and we want to get to know you better.

Golf Tournament Link is Up!

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Golf Tournament 2014I’m pleased to announce that the information page and registration links for our 2014 Annual Charity Golf Tournament are now up and active! Visit golf2014.tasnorthridge-motas.org to learn all about the Golf Tournament, sponsorship and advertising opportunities, donation opportunities, and more. We’ll be updating this page as more information come available, including some special contests for people that bring in referrals. The page has links to both registration forms you can print and mail in, as well as an online registration form where you can register and pay online.

Tell your friends! The URL is easy to remember: golf2014.tasnorthridge-motas.org . You can also get to it from the menu on this page under Activities -> Annual Golf Tournament -> 2014 – 26th Annual MoTAS Charity Golf Tournament.

July Potluck and Gaming Hang-Out

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PotluckWhat’s a Second Sunday without a MoTAS Get-Together. However, it’s summer and religious school is out — so let’s party! The men of TAS (well, as many as can fit) are invited to the new President’s house in Northridge on Sunday, July 13 for an afternoon/evening of socializing, chatting, and perhaps some board gaming… of all varieties. This is an informal event — come anytime during the window of 2pm to 9pm. The price of admission? Bring something to eat or drink to share. Daniel will provide coffee and tea, both regular and iced, plus a big pot of chili.* We do have a swimming pool, although (you’ve been warned) it tends to shed fiberglass.

So come, have a good time, and discover the men of TAS. RSVPs are required so we can coordinate the food and the space:

If you indicate you are attending, we will contact you to provide you with the address, and to find out what you will be bringing and approximately when in the event window you will arrive.

*: Translation — Daniel’s not a beer drinker, so if you want beer, you’ll need to bring it

Football Season Returns to TAS

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Sample Sports Squares GridAlways in the vanguard of sports activity, the Men of TAS announce the beginning of Football Squares III. This is the third season of the popular program that gives added excitement to the Monday night games during the Fall.

Proceeds benefit special projects that TAS can’t fit into the budget. In 2013, over $3,000 was used to add extra summer camperships, supplement the Avodah fund to support service projects for our youth, provide extra religious school activities, and purchase much-needed equipment around the temple. Your support made that happen, and 50 people were winners throughout the 16 game season.

Look for the sign-up grid at the Shabbabeque on June 20th. Early-bird discounts will apply for those who join the game and pay at the event (of course, before Shabbat starts).

June 2014 Shabbabeque

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Shabbabeque 2Start your summer off right with worship, great food, and incredible music at the first 2014 Shabbabeque. Shabbabeque is sponsored and cooked by the Men of Temple Ahavat Shalom.

The outdoor service begins at 6:15pm, followed by a delicious barbeque of chicken, burgers, veggie burgers, and hot dogs. Non-chicken Caesar salad is also available, along with all the sides.

The cost for dinner is $10.00 for adults ($10.50 online) and $6.00 for children 11 and under ($6.25 online). A limited number of tickets are available at the door. RSVP by Wed, June 18; you can register directly by clicking here. Call the Temple Office at (818) 360-2258 if there are any questions.

June 2014 Men’s Hang Out Night

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Mens Only Discussion Group** POSTPONED **

This event below is being rescheduled to the fall due to participant schedule conflicts:

Our next installment of the periodic “Men’s Hang-Out Nights” is Sunday, June 22. This event is for men only, and gives us an opportunity to discuss men’s issues and concerns in an intimate, informal, and confidential setting. Dinner is at 6ish, discussion at 7ish. Cost is $12. This is limited to 12 men. To learn the location, send your RSVP to the event coordinator, David Friedman, no later than June 15.

Open Mic Comedy Morning – Sun 6/8 at 8:45a

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Open MicrophoneGot any good Jewish-themed jokes? Want to learn some great jokes? In either case, you should come to the next MoTAS meeting on Sunday, June 8, starting at 8:45am in Activity Center 3/4. This meeting is sure to be an exciting and fun meeting — we are calling it “Open Mic Comedy Morning.” Bring your favorite Jewish-themed jokes. Experience doesn’t matter. Who cares if your timing is not “professional”? There may even be a prize for best (or worst) joke. So, if you haven’t been with us for a Sunday breakfast in a while, this is a great opportunity to drop by and have a laugh with the guys. Remember: Sunday June 8, 8:45am, Activity Center 3/4.

Gently Used Sporting Goods Needed

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One of the young men in our congregation, Justin Tuell, has a Bar Mitzvah project of interest to MoTAS. Justin is collecting gently used sporting goods for the Hollenbeck Youth Center. While the kids do enjoy new items, if someone has gently used gear that would be good, too. At the center they do karate, boxing, basketball, baseball, soccer (seasonal), and Flag football (seasonal). They also have a weight room there for the high schoolers. Justin has put a container in the hallway at the temple for donations, or arrangements can be made to rendezvous at the temple to pick up any donations. In addition, donations can be made on the Hollenbeckpbc.org website. Justin’s bar mitzvah is August 2 and he is working hard to prepare. Call 818-271-8968 if you have any questions.