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Joyous HANC Shabbaton in West Hempstead

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HANC 609 welcomed Rabbi Yaakov Sadigh to West Hempstead for the school’s Shabbaton last weekend. 

Rabbi Sadigh opened the event with a drasha during davening at Congregation Eitz Chaim of Dogwood Park. He said: When you go through your day, choose to act in a way that will make your parents proud of you, and parents should make decisions that will make their children proud of them.

The celebration continued at the Friday night oneg at the Young Israel of West Hempstead. Over 200 people enjoyed fun, friendship, Shabbat zmirot and lots of delicious treats. The HANC community was graced with the presence of Rabbi Kelemer from the Young Israel, Rabbi Soniker of Anshei Sholom, and Rabbi and Rebbetzin Greer of Eitz Chayim. 

On Shabbat morning, Rabbi Sadigh gave the morning drasha at Anshei Sholom, followed by a festive kiddush.

The celebration continued at the melava malka for the Nursery Bet and Kindergarten students and their families, which took place at Anshei Sholom. Nachum the Clown performed a program of magic tricks, juggling and humor that was enjoyed by the crowd of 200 people. Following the performance, the children were treated to pizza from Hunki’s and ice cream sandwiches.

It was an inspiring Shabbat, demonstrating achdut in every way.