| June 8, 2012 | 18 Sivan, 5772 |
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MJCDS Maggid/Teller
the weekly newsletter of
Madison Jewish Community Day School
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| Shalom! | |
Today is the last Friday of the school year. We have been continuing to learn and study-but we have also been celebrating all that students have accomplished and the ways they have grown since September.
This Wednesday, families and community members are invited to celebrate the end of the school year at a picnic in Westmoreland Park, 4-8 pm. Details are below. Many thanks to Dan Sidney of our Kehillah committee for organizing this community event. We hope to see you there!
Finally, I hope you enjoy the photos from some recent treats we've had--visits with our grandparents and special friends, and a trip to Old World Wisconsin featuring an hour-old baby lamb!
Shabbat Shalom!
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Announcements
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MJCDS Picnic, this Wednesday, 4-8 pm
Families--current and future--and community members are invited to join us to celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer this coming Wednesday night at Westmoreland park (4114 Tokay Blvd). The park is reserved for us the entire day, so feel free to arrive early or stay late.
Please bring a dairy or parve dish to pass. Paper goods, plasticware, and drinks will be provided (and contact Dan Sidney at dsidney@gmail.com if you are excited about providing any of these). There is no rain date, as the park has a shelter; but let's hope for great weather! The picnic is organized by the MJCDS Kehillah Committee. Email Dan with any questions.
Eat Healthy, Support MJCDS!
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Primrose Valley Farm, located in Belleville, will be serving the Madison area this season. Farmers David and Jamie Baker care deeply about sustainable agriculture and connecting their farming practices to Jewish values. New this year, Madison area subscribers can choose to have 5% of their fees donated to Madison Jewish Community Day School, and/or Beth Israel Center, Chabad of Madison, Congregation Shaarei Shamayim, Jewish Federation of Madison, Jewish Social Services of Madison, Temple Beth El, or UW Hillel. Click here to find out more or to sign up!
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3rd/4th Graders visit Old World Wisconsin
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Third and fourth grade students recently had a chance to experience what life was like for early immigrants in Wisconsin.
They tried their hands at carding wool, weaving, rope-making, cutting flax, and other difficult, but necessary tasks of early farm life. They made friends with "Ted" and "Bear," oxen such as the ones that early settlers used to do the heavy labor required to clear and farm the land.
They unpacked a typical immigrant trunk to see what types of items people brought with them from the "old country," and they explored the original homes of early immigrants, getting a glimpse of the antique furniture, wood-burning stoves, tools and everyday objects used by families of the past. They even had a chance to try out some of the old-fashioned wooden toys that children enjoyed back in the day.
All of the activities were exciting, but the definite highlight of the day was meeting a baby lamb, only one hour old! Todah Rabbah to Alice Schneiderman and Felice Rudin for driving and chaperoning!
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Community Announcements
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Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic, Sunday, June 24, 11:00am-2:00pm
Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus
Kick off the summer at this wonderful community event, which is moving to June this year. Reconnect with old friends, meet new people, and learn about Jewish community organizations, programs and events. Enjoy freshly grilled hot dogs, children's activities, and the Goodman Aquatic Center pool.
Vendors wanted for the Mini-Shuk (market) at the Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic
Are you a Jewish artist? Jewish business owner? Would you like to sell your art/jewelry/products at the Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic on Sunday, June 24th at the Mini-Shuk? Please contact Dina at dina@jewishmadion.org for more information.
Kick off the summer at the 1st annual Kickball Tournament
Join us for the 1st annual Kickball Tournament which will take place at the Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic on Sunday, June 24th. RSVP to Dina at dina@jewishmadison.org and we will place you on a team. Everyone ages 7 and up (adults and children) are invited to play. Come join the fun!
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| Upcoming Events |
Friday, June 8: Kabbalat Shabbat Together, 1:30 pm
Tuesday, June 12: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Wednesday, June 13: MJCDS Picnic at Westmoreland Park, 4-8 pm |
Let's stay in touch! Keep the lines of communication flowing with your child's teachers by calling school at 608-204-9900 or by emailing them at:
Jodi Harris jodi.harris@madisonjewishdayschool.com
Marla Becker marla@madisonjewishdayschool.com
Geri Goldman geri@madisonjewishdayschool.com Meisha Leibson meisha@madisonjewishdayschool.com Rabbi Ben-Gideon rabbi@madisonjewishdayschool.com |
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