LA MESA, California – Spring is here, and the flowers are blooming with the recent rains and now the sun is making the weeds grow in my yard.
Our neighbor planted Easter lilies on our property before we moved in 10 years ago. They sprout up in the Spring but we have not actually seen the flowers bloom on Easter Sunday. I think it all depends on the weather. But I do notice the green leaves start to die as the weather gets warm and dry and rain is not common.
This weekend would be a good weekend to plant fruits and vegetables for outside gardens. Freckles, my angora rabbit, enjoys the cilantro, parsley and mint I have planted. I just wonder if the wild critters will enjoy it more since I do notice bite marks and my plants not producing as much. But I am always happy to feed the possums, skunks and wild rabbits that take a nibble and then go on their way.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Chabad of Downtown’s Jewish Women’s Circle invites women to attend its “Paint, Sushi and Wine Night” at 7 p.m., Monday, March 24. Maren Wolf will lead this session on painting a map of Israel with watercolor, ink and stamps. Click here to rsvp.
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Beth Jacob Congregation announces “Dinner, Drinks and Torah with Devorah Kigel” at 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 26. This event is for married and single women. Kigel is an inspirational speaker, relationship coach, and author of Marry A Mensch. Click here to rsvp and receive address.
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Congregation Beth Israel announces its “20’s and 30’s Meet Up with Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch” at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 30 at Embolden Beer Company. The event included an evening of pizza and good company to get to know its newest Rabbi and build community together. Click here to rsvp.
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PASSOVER PLANNING
Chabad of East County invites the community to attend its “Passover Seder” at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 12. The event includes a meaningful and interactive Seder with gourmet Passover cuisine. Click here to rsvp.
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Chabad of Poway invites the community to its Passover Seder at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 12. The event includes evening services followed by Passover Seder. Click here to rsvp.
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Chabad of Chula Vista invites the community to attend its Passover Seder at 7:15 p.m., Saturday, April 12. The event includes a meaningful and interactive Seder, Traditional Passover dinner and warm/inviting atmosphere. Click here to rsvp.
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Congregation Dor Hadash invites the community to attend its 2nd Night Seder at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, April 13. Volunteers are needed to assist in planning and setup. Click here to sign up.
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Congregation Beth El invites the community to attend its Second Seder Community Celebration at 6 p.m., Sunday, April 13. The event will include a Seder filled with spirit and song to celebrate and share Passover’s meaning. Click here to register.
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AROUND THE COUNTY
Young Israel of San Diego reports it is collaborating with the Hug and Gift Project. This organization embraces and connects bereaved families from all around the world who have lost loved ones throughout Israel’s history. Click here if you are interested in connecting.
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SCY High School reports its golf team is warming up for their first match of the season. The sport fosters physical fitness and coordination with a unique blend of strength, flexibility, and precision for the Hawks basketball team in the off season.
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San Diego Hebrew Day School reports its eighth-grade students participated in the San Diego County Science and Engineering Fair. Out of the 12 students who placed in the competition, 5 earned first place, 6 earned second place, and 1 earned third place in their respective categories. Several students received special recognition for their exceptional projects. Golda Broudy was honored with 4 Professional Society Awards, Isaac Beraha received 1 Professional Society Award, and Simon Factor was recognized with the prestigious Mickey Award.
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Jewish Federation of San Diego reports Michael Rabkin has accepted the role as Chief Development Officer which will deepen the collective impact through philanthropy. For the past eight years, Rabkin has worked for Hillel International, helping campus Hillels on the West Coast strengthen their leadership, fundraising, and impact since October 7, 2023. While attending the CommUNITY Trip to Israel in May 2023, Rabkin saw firsthand how Federation was undergoing a bold transformation and the support of the global Jewish families and ensuring that every Jewish San Diegan has a place to belong.
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JEWISH HUMOR
Chabad of East County shares the following joke: “Deadly Service” On Saturday morning one Memorial Day weekend, the rabbi noticed little David was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the synagogue. It was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it. The seven-year-old had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the rabbi walked up, stood beside the boy, and said quietly, “Good morning, David.” “Good morning, Rabbi,” replied the young boy, still focused on the plaque. “Rabbi, what is this?” “Well, David, it’s a memorial to all the young men and women who died in the service.” Soberly they stood together, staring at the large plaque. Little David’s voice was barely audible when he asked, “Which one, Friday night or Saturday morning?”
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OBITUARY NOTICES
Michael Mally, brother of Marty Mally, has died. The funeral took place Wednesday, March 19 in Detroit, Michigan. Donations in Mally’s honor can be made at Beth Jacob Congregation, Beth Jacob Congregation reports.
Teresa Marroig Salganick, widow of Alfred Salganick, mother of Gail, Monica, Jason, Katya and Sasha, has died. The funeral will take place at 2 p.m., Monday, March 24 at Home of Peace. Donations in Salganick’s honor can be made to Beth Jacob Congregation.
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Cailin Acosta is the assistant editor of the San Diego Jewish World.