July 30, 2010   19 Av 5770
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Pittsfield Federation of Temple Youth  

The Pittsfield Federation of Temple Youth (PFTY), led by Advisor Rachel Alemany, has long been committed to encouraging Jewish students’ (grades 8 through 12) participation in Judaism and Social Action activities.  PFTY, is a member of the Northeast Region of the National Federation for Temple Youth.

This year, the members of PFTY have united with youth group members from Knesset Israel to form “Yachad”, a group which encourages tight-knit bonds between the youth of the Central Berkshire Jewish community, and will engage in several group dinners, projects, and holiday events together this year.

The members of PFTY frequently reach beyond Berkshire County and participate in NFTY regional Conclavettes and dances in order to encourage networking between fellow young Jews.

Each fall during the High Holy Day season, PFTY contributes to the Temple and the local community’s Social Action initiatives by running a food drive.  PFTY also takes part in the Temple’s annual Religious School Shabbat service.  In March of 2009, PFTY was featured in The Berkshire Eagle for their work on “Where Do You Live”, a Shabbat Service dedicated to exploring each individual’s place in their communities.

New members of PFTY are always welcome.  If you are interested in learning more about PFTY or would like to join PFTY, leave a message for Rachel Alemany by calling the Temple Office at (413) 442-5910, or e-mail at templeoffice@rnetworx.com.
PFTY NEWS  

Yachad had its end of the year meeting and elected officers for next year. Our new Co-Presidents are Tony Cruz and Hannah Link.  Kaileigh Hyman is the Communications Vice President.  We have a whole slate of activities set for next year so keep your eyes out for upcoming posts!!

The Summer Institute is scheduled for August 25-29 at Camp Eisner!

We are looking for any donations for our PFTY/Yachad room.  We could really use a comfortable couch or chair or two. We also need a DVD player to keep the kids entertained during Family Dinners!!  Please contact Rachel Alemany at the Temple if you can help out with any of the requests.

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!!!
PFTY SCHEDULE  

PFTY CALENDAR for 2009/2010

11/8/2009  - Italian Night for tikkun olam (at Knesset Israel)

12/5/2009  - Community Crib set up/gift wrapping (at TAA)

12/11/2009 - Chanukah Celebration and Community Crib (at TAA)

12/24/2009 - Present Delivery (at Christian Center)

12/27/2009 - 12/31/2009 - NFTY NE December Institute (at Camp Eisner)

1/22/2010   - Winter Wonderland and Regional Board Meeting II (at NFTY NE)

1/31/2010   - Tubing for Tubishvat at Bousquet (with TAA & Kadima)

2/6 - 2/7/2010 - JYG Junior Shul-In

2/23/2010  - Lounge Night after Hebrew School (Come help plan/finalize Purim Carnival)

3/2/2010    - Purim Carnival

3/12-3/14/2010 - Spring Conclavette and Regional Board Meeting III

4/16-4/18/2010 - TYGOR Weekend

5/8-5/9/2010 - Senior Kallah and Regional Board Meeting IV

5/15/2010 - PFTY/Religious School Shabbat Service practice

5/16/2010 - "A Case for Israel" - Movie and Pizza (at TAA)

5/21/2010 - PFTY Religious School Shabbat Service

6/9/2010   - Pool Party and Bar-B-Que followed by a Board Meeting
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