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Sarasota News Leader December 14, 2012 Page 93 CONGREGATION TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE ON DEC. 15 The Congregation for Humanistic Judaism will hold an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, for people wishing to learn more about how its members keep and celebrate their Jewish culture and heritage in this century. tradition with the best of today���s humanistic philosophies,��� a news release says. The open house will be held at Unity, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, between Tuttle Avenue and Beneva Road. The congregation welcomes people of all ���Humanistic Judaism, founded by Rabbi backgrounds and religions, the news release Sherwin Wine, combines the best of Jewish points out. GENTLY USED TOY DRIVE TO BENEFIT NEEDY CHILDREN The December holidays will be brighter for local children in need as Temple Emanu-El undertakes a drive of gently used toys through Dec. 16. Although many worthy charities in the area collect gently used toys, several then sell the items and donate proceeds to the agencies, the release notes. Temple Emanu-El���s drive Community members are warmly invited to will focus on local groups such as Mothers participate in this effort, a news release says. Helping Mothers and the Salvation Army, Advent Lessons & Carols A Gift of Song & Story Sunday, December 16 at 5:15 pm Scripture reading and joyous singing with choirs in preparation for the celebration of the Birth of Christ. A festive, fun, family-friendly event offered free for the community. Light reception follows. The Church of the Redeemer 222 S. Palm Avenue / downtown Sarasota Complimentary parking at BMO Harris Bank Parking Garage 3:30 to 9 pm 955.4263 / www.redeemersarasota.org