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 The
first days of the month of Elul coincided with preparations to Rosh-ha-Shannah
celebration in Almaty and Almaty region.
 Pre-holiday
activities began with a discussion conducted in Burunday village on September
16. Community members were told about the history of autumn holidays and
their customs. In spite of the working day, about 20 people came to the
meeting.
Club program arranged consultations for the Hesed "Polina"
staff - "Homecare", "Meals on Wheels" and "Warm
Home" employees and volunteers. The people received distribution
materials informing about Rosh-ha-Shannah customs. The consultations covered
47 people.
 Rosh-ha-Shannah
celebration had several steps. Hesed volunteers celebrated it on September
24, then Hesed clients on September 26 in four Warm Homes and a canteen.
WWII veterans also had a good time. "Nehama" ensemble played
for them, and Club program presented an interesting quiz.
Shana Tova!
Galina Lipker
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