Shabbat Terumah Friday February 24, 2012 Saturday February 25, 2012 7:30 PM Shabbat Evening Service 9:00 AM Torah Study The 4th Graders will present NO Morning Service Nursery Rhymes in Hebrew Oneg Host: Families of the 4th Grade Shabbat Tetzaveh Friday March 2, 2012 Saturday March 3, 2012 8:15 PM Shabbat Evening Service 9:00 AM Torah Study Rabbi Bob will discuss, "The Real 10:30 AM Morning Service Meaning of Purim." Bat Mitzvah: Willa Ostroff Oneg Host: Ostroff Family Current Torah Portion *childcare is available during Friday evening services in our Nursery. |
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Message from Rabbi Cosnowsky
 On Sunday, February 26th Congregation Etz Chaim will hold it's first Dance Marathon. Kindergarteners through tenth graders will dance to raise money for the Jeremy Bruder Memorial Scholarship Fund. Read more here.
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Purim Service & Carnival- Wednesday, March 7th
 Etz Chaim is the Purim capital of North America! This year's Purim service will be a different format. On Wednesday, March 7th the Purim Carnival and dinner, run by our Youth Groups, will take place at 5:30 PM before services. Purim services will begin at 7:00 PM. Don't forget to come in costume and bring your mac 'n cheese groggers. Read more here.
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Congregational Seder- Saturday, April 7th
 Register by March 9th for this year's Etz Chaim's Congregational Seder. The seder will be held on Saturday evening April 7th at
6:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend our communal celebration of this special holiday.
Read about seder
Registration form
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| Message from Our President
 Our fundraiser, Puttin' On the Ritz was a huge success. Not only did all the committees of Etz Chaim help with this event, but members of the congregation also pitched in to make this a success. Read more here.
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Soup, Bread and Game Night-
THIS Saturday, February 25th.
 The Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Etz Chaim Soup, Bread and Game Night, will be held THIS Saturday, February 25th. Please join us for a fun-filled friendly evening of good food, good company and a variety of table games. Read more here.
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Jewelry Trunk Show- Sunday, March 4th
Special Jewelry Trunk Show Sunday March 4th
featuring Israeli designer
Ariella Nachshon
sponsored by the gift shop
The trunk show will take place in the lobby
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
View Ariella's website here.
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| Caring Committee
The Caring Committee provides assistance to congregants in a number of important ways. We would like to announce a change in the way the Caring Committee will operate. Read more here.
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Seniors Programs
On the third Wednesday during the next few months, Rabbi Cosnowsky will discuss Israel's History & Israeli Culture, teach some Hebrew and have samples of Jewish and Israeli Foods. And you don't need to be a senior to attend. Read more here.
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Sophie and Jack Edwards
Scholar-In-Residence Program- March 16th, 17th, 18th
 Zombies and Vampires and Golems...Oh, my! What do these have to do with Judaism today?
Join us as Dr. David Shyovitz, Northwestern University Department of History, leads us on a provocative journey. Read more here.
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Organize Your Photos- Monday, April 16th
 Do you have boxes and drawers full of loose photos? If so, this event is for you. Sisterhood presents professional organizer Barbara Tischler who will guide you through the process of actually getting those print photos organized! Read more here.
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Tree of Life Network
Supported by the Social Action Committee and Jewish Vocational Services, the Tree of Life Network is dedicated to bring together both sides of the employment equation and being a resource for helping congregants find the information they need. The next meeting will be held on Sunday, March 11th. Read more here.
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School & Youth Activities |
Shabbat Chaverim- THIS Friday, February 24th
 Our next "Shabbat Chaverim" will be THIS Friday morning, February 24th at 10:00 AM. This program is for young children and a parent/guardian. Read more here.
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Dance Away the Afternoon-
THIS Sunday, February 26th
 Calling all kindergarteners through 10th grade students!
Join us in our first dance marathon at Congregation Etz Chaim THIS Sunday, February 26th in the Stoller-Soreff Social Hall. Read more here.
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Kids Movie Matinee- Sunday, March 4th
The Library Committee will be showing the movie the "Prince of Egypt" on Sunday, March 4th at 12:15 PM. Please bring your own lunch, cookies will be provided.
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Tot Shabbat Plus- Saturday, March 10th
The next Tot Shabbat Plus is Saturday, March 10th at 9:30 AM. This program is similar to our Friday Tot Shabbat but we will include a craft project for the children that can and would like to participate in the activity. Tot Shabbat Plus will take place in the lower level social hall. We look forward to seeing you at our special Shabbat program.
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Camp Scholarship Application Forms
An application is required for all campers wishing to receive the OSRUI scholarships from the Robert Scott Samuels Fund. Scholarships are awarded for:
Chalutzim-$400.00
Regular Sessions-$300.00
Atid-$100.00
Additional scholarships based on need are available from the Jeremy Bruder Scholarship Fund. Please speak to one of the Rabbis or Anne to apply. Application form here.
The deadline is Sunday, April 1st.
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Puttin' on the Ritz Recap
 The event was a huge success. We hope to see you there next year. Read more here.
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New Classic Singers Concert- Saturday, March 3rd
 Save the Date for the New Classic Singers Concert of Jewish music. This concert will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church in Lombard. Read more here. |
From the Sisterhood
If you missed ordering a Maj Jongg card, please let Kathy Herbach know and she can reserve one of the extra cards for you. There are a few large and a few standard sizes, so contact her to reserve your card. Thank you.
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Congregation Beth Shalom Presents:
 Congregation Beth Shalom is celebrating their 40th anniversary. More details here.
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Jewish Federation Spring Israel Experience
The 2012 Jewish Federation Spring Israel Experience scholarship applications are now available online.
High School- Financial Need-Based Scholarship information & application.
College Student/Young Adult- (through age 28) Financial Need-Based Scholarship information & application.
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Men of Reform Judaism Sponsors Father & Bar Mitzvah Age Son Adventure
 This July, join us for a week of adventuring in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks as Teton Science Schools and TorahTrek expert guides lead an exciting, active, small group program of fun and discovery in one of the world's great natural wonders. See flyer here.
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Community Event
DuPage-Will Hadassah will be hosting it's third Women's Seder- Read more here.
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Wednesday February 22
Pick up Manna Orders
Thursday February 23
Building Closed
Friday February 24
10:00 AM Shabbat Chaverim
Saturday February 25
6:30 PM Soup, Bread and Game Night
Read more here.
Sunday February 26
12:00 PM Dance-A-Thon
Read more here.
Wednesday February 29
7:30 PM Abraham Joshua Heschel Lecture.
Read more here.
Thursday March 1
Building Closed
Saturday March 3
8:00 PM Kadosh- An All Jewish Music Concert
Read more here.
Sunday March 4
9:00 AM Jewelry Trunk Show
9:30 AM Brotherhood Meeting
10:00 AM Sisterhood Meeting
12:00 PM Kids Movie Matinee
Read more here.
Tuesday March 6
6:00 PM Purim Carnival Set Up by the JYG
Wednesday March 7
NO Hebrew School
5:30 PM Purim Carnival and Dinner
7:00 PM Purim Service
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Orders Due March 18th
Pick up March 21st
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