To all members and friends of ACI,

As everyone responded so magnificently last year, once again this year ACI's Kol Nidrei appeal is a targetted fund-raising with the goal of raising $18,000.  The Kol Nidrei appeal runs from now, through the conclusion of our beautiful autumn Jewish holidays.  The funds raised, up to the $18,000, will be so generously matched dollar-for-dollar by our Co-President Cynthia Groopman.

This targeted goal will help to raise much-needed funds - andis a realistic goal, if all of our members and friends participate in this important drive.  

The Astoria Center of Israel (ACI) has honored Rabbi Jonathan Pearl on his 10th anniversary with the synagogue for his decade of devoted and inspiring leadership, as well as his active service to the Astoria community and participation in its many civic groups. The special event, held earlier this summer at the historic synagogue, was attended by Astoria community leaders and dignitaries, as well as the ... read more at the Gazette. 

Join us September 16th, 2018 3-5pm for the Maskit back to school open house. Registration can be done at the open house, or here. Find out about bus options, meet teachers, see friends, and have fun. Nameir classes begin Shabbat morning September 8th, 9:30-11:30. Tzvi Kitah Alef and Kitah Bet begin Tuesday October 9th 3:30-5:30.

If you would like to celebrate a happy occasion, or memorialize or pay tribute to a loved one, this is a wonderful way to do so -- by spreading Torah study and fostering community. To sponsor a kiddush luncheon or a Lunch-'N-Learn, please contact the ACI office, as dates for this year are filling up quickly.