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Congregation Schomre Israel is proud to have been chosen
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CONGREGATION
SCHOMRE ISRAEL

18 Park Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
845-454-2890
schomreisrael@ariesmart.com
Webmaster: wexler@ariesmart.com

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For well over 100 years Congregation Schomre Israel has been serving the Jewish community in the Mid-Hudson Valley. Situated in Poughkeepsie, New York the congregation boasts a long and renowned history of catering to the spiritual, cultural, educational and social needs of Jews of all ages.

Schomre Israel is a friendly, congenial, modern Orthodox congregation offering easy-to-follow services, a beautiful sanctuary, an active Sisterhood, various educational programs, a mikvah (call office for information on use) and a strong feeling of communal togetherness.

We would be happy to have the opportunity of showing you our facilities at your convenience.

For further details or assistance, please E-mail to: schomreisrael@ariesmart.com or phone 845-454-2890.

Membership Committee

For a limited time, Congregation Schomre Israel is offering FREE membership to NEW members.

Join in July and enjoy free membership, including High Holiday privileges, through Dec. 31, 2009. Join in August and your free membership will extend through Dec. 31, 2009, etc.

To take advantage of a full six (6) months' free, submit your application in June so that it can be processed before July.

For more information, and for an application, please call membership chairs, Evelyn & David Horowitz at 845- 452-5969.

Special Shabbat

Every Shabbat, a Kiddush of wine and cake is served following services; however, once a month, an extended repast is served. For 5769, they will be on September 13, October 4, November 22, December 20, January 24, February 7, March 7, April 4, May 23, June 20, July 11, August 1 and September 26. Everyone is welcome...you are never a stranger...come and experience our warm, friendly synagogue.

Sisterhood

The Sisterhood Gift Shop carries many beautiful items for Shabbat and the holidays. Many products from Israel are available, and may be viewed by calling 454-2890. When you purchase Israel products, you are supporting the economy of Israel.

Cemetery

For any cemetery question, please call Hinda Baum at 227-5651.

Free Hebrew Lessons for Adults

Classes for beginners are held on Mondays at 6 PM. This class is designed for those who wish to learn to read Hebrew. Call Dave Horowitz 452-5969 for more information.