Those in attendance included Lodge co-presidents Ruth Pupko and Debbi Silver, who chaired the meeting, alongside Zoom moderator Stewart Indig, Albert Ohana, Ray & Rosalie Moscoe, Carl Zeliger, and Jeff & Lisa Rosen.

Ruth led the discussion on supporting local organizations through the CVS program to help those in need. Ultimately, the members voted for FHL to support both the Out of the Cold program and Ve’ahavta. There was also a discussion about the annual Chanukah social program, tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, at Bali Laffa.

The idea of getting rid of the Lodge’s menorah and banners, which have been in my home since before the pandemic, was brought up. However, Carl suggested tabling this issue in light of the next agenda item.

The future of the Lodge itself was then discussed. Debbi proposed that, given the dwindling numbers, it might be time to consider the future of Forestdale Heights. Everyone agreed, and it was decided that an in-depth discussion would occur at the next meeting on October 8.

The meeting concluded with wishes for a Shanah Tovah and expressions of condolences to Stewart on the loss of his sister.

Jeff Rosen

October Meeting
Due to a lack of quorum, no official business was conducted at the Lodge’s planned Zoom meeting for Tuesday, October 8.

Those in attendance included Lodge co-presidents Ruth Pupko and Debbi Silver, who chaired the meeting, alongside Zoom moderator Stewart Indig, Carl Zeliger, and Jeff & Lisa Rosen.

A planned discussion on the future of Forestdale Heights Lodge was informally discussed, but no amendments or motions were presented.

The in-person meeting set for November 5 was changed to a Zoom meeting.

We all wished each other an easy fast.

Jeff Rosen