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Temple B’nai Shalom Celebrates the High Holidays
A large number of congregants and guests of Temple B’nai Shalom celebrated Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur in the Activity Center. The services were led by Spiritual Leader and Cantor Mitch Martin. The services were also available on Zoom for those unable to attend. This was the first High Holiday service led by Cantor Mitch since joining B’nai Shalom. The attendees agreed that the service was both meaningful and enjoyable. The service included Aliyots widely distributed to a n
Nov 20, 20251 min read


Temple B’nai Shalom’s Tashlich Service
Cantor Mitch Martin led the Tashlich service for Temple B’nai Shalom at the Century Village canal on West Dr. after Rosh Hashana services. We symbolically “threw our sins into the canal,’ using bird seed instead of traditional bread to be more environmentally friendly.
Nov 20, 20251 min read


My Trip This Summer to Auschwitz-Birkenau
This summer, in the month of May, I visited the concentration camps at Auschwitz-Birkenau. We left from Krakow, Poland—a beautiful,...
Oct 3, 20253 min read


Temple B’nai Shalom Looks Forward to the New Season
Temple B’nai Shalom is preparing to build on its remarkable growth as the new season approaches. The temple attracts members with its...
Oct 3, 20251 min read


Answering the Question: Is This a Good Building?
Since joining the CIAC Committee in 2022, I have spoken with several real estate agents who represent property sellers and buyers in CVE....
Oct 3, 20252 min read


Managing to Do Better
Are you tired of late financial reports, maintenance requests that disappear, or emergency calls that go unanswered? You are not alone....
Oct 3, 20252 min read


Patio Perils: When Your Escape Becomes an Expensive Trap
Thinking about adding a patio—or already enjoying one outside your unit? At CVE, ignorance can cost you thousands. Many patios have been...
Oct 3, 20252 min read


September is shaping up to be a big month for CenClub
The business of CenClub is a year-round endeavor. While recognizing that owners offsite during the summer may be traveling to more exotic...
Oct 3, 20251 min read


Hey, Jeffrey Ortega, What’s Your Story?
Jeffrey Ortega is probably as far as possible from a typical CVE resident. It’s not just because he’s 36 years old. It’s not just...
Oct 3, 20253 min read


Why Under-55 Buyers Can’t Just Move In
Century Village East is a renowned active-adult 55+ condominium community, but a common misconception about the so-called "20% rule" is...
Aug 8, 20252 min read


Hey, Neil Gillis: What's Your Story?
Neil Gillis: A Life of Work, Volunteerism, and Softball Neil Gillis, a resident of CVE since July 2023, recalls his long, active life in...
Aug 8, 20253 min read


Hoops and Hut: CenClub Enhancements Aim to Elevate the Poolside Experience
Two new amenities are on the drawing board at CenClub. Executive Director Mike Burdman has released details of two...
Aug 8, 20251 min read
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