THE
VA'AD E-NEWSLETTER
SHABBAT
PARASHAT BESHALACH ~ 15 SHEVAT 5767 – FEBRUARY 2/3, 2007
TU
B’SHEVAT STARTS FRIDAY NIGHT
THE
SEWARD PARK ERUV IS DOWN!
(206-725-ERUV)
(Please
see below for Kashrut Alerts, a message from Al Maimon, and Community
Announcements.)
Congregation
(Click
on the shul name to go to its website.) Friday,
February 2 Shabbat,
February 3 Candle Lighting Mincha Shacharit Mincha Maariv Conclusion of Shabbat 4:54 pm 5:00 pm 8:30 am 4:55 pm 5:54 pm 5:59 pm 4:53 pm 9:30 am 1:00 pm 6:01 pm 4:54 pm 4:55 pm 8:25 am 4:00 pm 5:56 pm 4:54 pm 5:00 pm 8:30 am 4:40 pm 5:59 pm 4:54 pm 4:54 pm 9:00 am 4:55 pm 5:58 pm 5:58 pm 4:53 pm 4:58 pm 9:00 am 4:48 pm 5:58 pm For
Kline Galland times, please see http://zekainim.tripod.com
*KASHRUT
ALERTS*
Local:
|
§ Tully's Coffee Bellaccino bottled coffee
drinks have an unauthorized Seattle Vaad logo ( § The lowfat vanilla ice cream at Maggie Moo’s on § Albertson’s has
new breads from the La Brea Bakery.
They are Kosher, Parve, and Pat Yisrael when they have the Va’ad logo
on them. § At Albertson’s on |
|
§ The
Seattle Va’ad website http://www.seattlevaad.org/KosherSymbols.html contains a current list of recommended, reliable
hechsherim that are commonly encountered. If you have
any questions about a hechsher, either on the list or not, please
contact the Va’ad at 206-760-0805 or through vaadinfo@seattlevaad.org.
Note: some hechsherim are recommended only for certain products, so
please mention the product when you contact the Va’ad with your
question.
National:
§ In honor of
upcoming Tu B'Shvat
www.kashrut.com/consumer/dried_fruit
has a listing of which dried fruits and nuts need certification.
A reminder to everyone about the possible insect infestation in some
popular fruits consumed during this time, namely figs and dates.
Although plain, unflavored varieties generally are acceptable without
hashgacha, there may be a problem with bugs and worms. Those that are
sold in bulk are much more likely to be problematic, and although they
can be checked for infestation, we do not recommend purchasing figs and
dates from this source because of the high likelihood of the presence
of worms. Those figs and dated that are packaged under national brand
names should be fine. Nevertheless, a cursory inspection should
be done to be certain that there is no infestation.
§ There is
another hechsher that looks similar to the Seattle Va’ad logo. It
looks like a torch and is called the “Ner Tamid K”. It has been
seen on Amy’s Kitchen
products. This is not a recommended kosher symbol.
§
Small worms have been found in dry
barley bags. It is recommended that prior to use one
looks over the dry barley.
§ From the Kof-K : Zapp's Sour Cream and Onion Potato Chips
are mistakenly labled Kof-K PARVE. The product is DAIRY. Future
labeling will be corrected.
§ Muir Glen Organic Tomato
products in a can (not glass jars) with a KSA symbol are recommended.
§ From the OU: Kashi Go Lean Carmel Peanut
Butter Roll Bar, Chocolate Peanut Butter Roll Bar, Chocolate Turtle
Roll Bar, Fudge Sundae Roll Bar and Oatmeal Walnut Bar, with the
expiration date codes May 30, 2007 through August 30, 2007 mistakenly
contain a non-kosher ingredient. Products with a date code of
September 13, 2007 or higher are kosher when bearing the OU symbol.
More info
§
From the OU: Pringles
Minis are not OU certified.
§
You can find a list of recent kashrut alerts at http://www.kosherquest.org
or www.kashrut.com.
As always, please consult with your rabbi or the Va’ad if you have any
questions about specifics.
COMMUNITY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tu
B'Shvat- the New Year of Trees( "Fruticas") is
here when we renew and celebrate the connection between the People
of Israel, the Land of Israel and the Produce of Israel (seven fruits
and grains associated with Israel), and to sustenance from the earth in
general (other fruits, including shehechiyanu). Enjoy as you note this
occasion according to your tradition and practices.
With the approach of Tu
B'Shvat, we also note that Pesach is
two months away and preparations for it begin to be seen increasingly
at home, in the stores, and other community venues. The Va’ad continues
to work to ensure that there is increased choice for food and food
service, in a quality manner and at an appropriate price.
Information will be coming soon about availability and other
considerations. As we get closer if you have any questions or
suggestions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
On another subject, the
best way to host and accommodate meshulachim
continues to be a challenge. (The third "installment" on this
subject is still in work to comprehensively deal with all the input
generated to the previous writings). In the meantime, it is
worthwhile to note that historically, the next few months (from now
until after Pesach) is a "prime" time for such visits. Remember
that the mitzvah is clear on the need for acceptance, positive
interpersonal interaction, and to providing some financial assistance.
It is also the case that the amount is at your discretion.
If you experience non-acceptable behavior, please let
the office know so that appropriate action can be taken; if you've
reached your personal limit, consider asking that visits be cut down or
filtered somehow rather than "just saying no" to any visits.
Enough for now, more later. Tizku LeMitzvot. –
Al Maimon
The Vaad
issued 2 certificates to Meshulachim
this week. The previous week, we issued 2 certificates for
institutions, 1 for an individual.
BCMH
Annual Scotch Tasting, 2/10, 8 pm, contact Julie@bcmhseattle.org for more
info.
Hebrew
Free Loan annual meeting and brunch, 2/11, 12 noon
at the
“The
Ashley Case: A Halachic View”, by Rabbi Kletenik, 2/24, 7:30 pm, BCMH.
More info
Hazzan
Isaac Azose’s new Mahzor, Zihron Rahel, is
available for order. More info
TDS
Chili Fest, 2/11, 5:30 pm at SBH, contact Francine
at FRBirk@aol.com or 206-721-0246
for more info.
“Tracing
Family Roots through DNA”, 2/12, 7 pm, Mercer Island JCC More info
Chabad-Lubavitch teaches classes for
all ages and levels. More info
The community is invited
to the MMSC Day School Dinner &
Auction with Rabbi S. Weinstein at MOHAI, Feb. 4. More
info
The
Sign up for Jewish Unity Live Learning and
the Gala Celebration on March 14th More
info
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