The Board is comprised of sixteen members elected by the congregation at the Annual Meeting (except when there is a mid-year vacancy). In addition, the immediate Past President, Men's Club President, and Sisterhood President also serve on the board. Each elected member serves for a term of three years, and may serve for up to two consecutive terms. The management and administration of the affairs of the Congregation shall be vested in the Board of Trustees.
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2022-2023 Board of Trustees
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President, Harvey Buchalter
President -Elect, Esther Tenenbaum
Past President, Ellen Satz
Secretary, Beth Stewart
Treasurer, Marty Finston
Sisterhood President, Nori Yonack & Chris Buchalter
Men's Club President, Jimmy Tran
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
Parliamentarian - Esther Tenenbaum
Personnel - Esther Tenenbaum
Secretary/Calendar - Beth Stewart
Ritual - Jonas Actor
Treasurer - Marty Finston
Education (Religious School) Steve Diamond
House/Security - Russ Goldstein
Volunteers - Vicky Camerlingo
Adult Education - Doris Duhigg
Young Family Liaison - Isai Garcia and Lisa Lostetter
Grants Coordinator - Sarah Egelman
Membership - Isai Garcia and Lisa Lostetter
Sisterhood - Nori Yonack
Sisterhood - Chris Buchalter
Financial Secretary (non-board position) Steve Margulin
Endowment (non-board position) Steve Margulin
Burial (non-board position) Marty Sherman
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Hiking and Havdalah at Embudo Trailhead
Join B’nai Israel Hiking and Havdalah event on Saturday April 27th at the Embudo Trailhead. We will be doing a small 30-45 minute hike and finalize the Shabbat with Havdalah.…
Pesadich BBQ – 2024/5784
The Pesadich BBQ, a beloved Men’s Club tradition, celebrates Passover/Chag HaMatzot with community spirit and delicious food. This year, we continue this cherished event, inviting both new and familiar faces…
Sparks of Psalmody and Song
Friday night service with musical program featuring special guests. Service conducted by Finstons and Rabbi Angress Wine & Lite Bites before service Oneg after service
Shavuot Campout
Congregation B’nai Israel is hosting a Shavuot Campout on the nights of June 11 & 12. Participation is FREE. The plan is as follows: Anyone who would like to join…
Saturday Night @ the Movies
A movie night for kids/teens and young families. Two movie selections will be available, one for kids 10 and under and one for kids 11 and up. Movie themed snacks…