Mitzvah Opportunities
Looking to do good?
Here are some possibilities to think about this summer:
Mitzvah Opportunities
Looking to do good?
Here are some possibilities
to think about:
¨ House Committee: The board has a seat open for someone to look after our house (synagogue) Call Daryl Giddings.
¨ Server/Greeter: We need people to give about 1 hour per month to assist with meeting, greeting or serving seniors during Tuesdays with Friends events.
¨ Harvest Hope: Volunteers are needed to service the hungry once per month on Thursday for 2 hours.
¨ Daily Minyans
¨ Painting projects
¨ Humash donations
¨ Donation of a conference table
June 3, 2010
Forest Acres Green Festival
Saturday, September 25
10 am – 4 pm
Six congregations in the North Trenholm Road area, along with the City of Forest Acres, Keep the Midlands Beautiful, and Central SC Habitat for Humanity, are collaborating on a project that encourages sustainable living and building practices. Beth Shalom Synagogue, Bethel United Methodist, Forest Lake Presbyterian, North Trenholm Baptist, St. Michael and All Angels’ Episcopal, and Tree of Life Congregation are planning the Forest Acres Green Festival on Saturday, September 25. The festival will be held from 10 am – 4 pm at the three locations listed below:
Forest Lake Presbyterian Church
- Habitat for Humanity will construct an EarthCraft certified house in the parking lot, using energy-saving materials and appliances.
- Vendors who sell environmentally friendly building supplies will exhibit.
- Environmental organizations will share their expertise about sustainable living.
- Jewelry and crafts will be available for purchase.
- Musical groups from local schools will perform.
- Forest Acres restaurants will be selling food and giving away coupons.
North Trenholm Baptist Church
- Craft activities for children, using materials from nature and recycled materials
- Fun on inflatables–bungee runs, bounce houses, etc.
- Kid friendly food and free coupons will be available from Forest Acres restaurants.
St. Michael and All Angels’ Episcopal Church
- Recycling of tires, electronic equipment, paper, cans, plastic, and small appliances by Richland County
- Education for youth about recycling
- Document shredding
On Sunday, September 26, there will be a Farmers’ Market at Forest Lake Presbyterian sponsored by Tree of Life from 12:30 – 4:00 pm. Work will continue on the Habitat house.
This festival provides an excellent opportunity for the City of Forest Acres, Keep the Midlands Beautiful, Central SC Habitat for Humanity, and these six congregations to demonstrate to the community their commitment to conserving resources by building and remodeling in a responsible way and by adopting sustainable living practices. You are encouraged to show your support by bringing your family and friends to the festival.
May 10, 2010
