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St. Louis Hillel E-Newsletter Mar. 15, 2010 |
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Israel Shabbat at Hillel: Friday, Mar. 19
Services begin at 5:45pm
Dinner begins at 7:15pm
Candlelighting
6:54pm
Reservations for Shabbat dinner are required! Please contact Bon Appetit at 314.935.7098 or through WebFood no later than Wednesday at noon.
Shabbat Lunch
on Saturday will be at Hillel at 1:00pm.
Shabbat-In-A-Box
Host your own Shabbat in your dorm room or apartment. We provide the challah, grape juice, candles, and prayer guides to get you started. It's FREE! Click here to sign up! | |
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Apply Now to be a Leader for Next Year's Freshmen!
Previously known as the Community Development Fellowship (CDF), the First Year Students of Hillel (FYSH) initiative is a new and improved way to engage Jewish freshmen at Wash U! If you are a rising sophomore (class of '13) who wants to be a mentor and leader for incoming first year students in 2010, then you should apply to be a FYSH Liaison! FYSH Liaisons are invested in developing a strong Jewish community at Washington University. The initiative is designed to enhance Jewish life on campus, build leadership, and create meaningful Jewish programming such as Into the Wild and other social events that allow first year students to explore and discover their Jewish identities.
Visit the Leadership Opportunities page of our website to read more about this exciting new initiative. Download the application here, or fill it out online here. Questions? Contact Jessica at jessica@stlouishillel.org.
Passover at Hillel
Experience a pluralistic Seder at Hillel, do your own Seder in your dorm room or apartment, spend the holiday with a family in St. Louis for a taste of home, or just stop in for a meal with us. We have a number of options to help make your Passover a memorable one!
Seders at HillelRegister by Monday, Mar. 22 $27 cash or points Join Hillel for a festive Seder on the first and/or second night of Passover - Monday, Mar. 29 and Tuesday, Mar. 30.
Do Your Own SederRegister by Monday, Mar. 22 FREE Hillel wants to help you begin a new Seder tradition. Receive a filled Seder plate and matzah, borrow Haggadot, and use our resources to create a unique Seder experience that's all your own.
Home HospitalityRegister by Wednesday, Mar. 17 FREE Miss being at home for the holidays? Families in St. Louis open their homes and hearts to students for a memorable, home-cooked Seder experience.
Passover Meals at HillelHillel hosts Kosher for Passover lunches and dinners throughout the holiday. Meals are prepared by Bon Appetit and supervised by the Vaad Hoeir of St. Louis. Lunches: Tuesday, Mar. 30 - Tuesday, Apr. 6 (11:00am-1:00pm) $11 cash or points Dinners: Wednesday, Mar. 31 - Monday, Apr. 5 (6:00-8:00pm) $14 cash or points Register with Bon Appetit at least 5 days in advance via WebFood or at 314.935.7098.
Visit the Passover page of our website for more information. |
 Current Events
JSU Elections
Tuesday, Mar. 16, 8:00pm
DUC 276
JSU Elections are your opportunity to make sure your voice is heard in the planing, promotion and implementation of Jewish programming on campus. During the course of the elections, we will vote on the 2010-2011 JSU Executive Board and on proposed changes to the JSU constitution. Cookie cake will be served.
Matisyahu
Thursday, Mar. 18
The acclaimed singer/songwriter is coming to WashU! Join us for an open reception with Matisyahu at 2:00pm in the DUC Courtyard (or Women's Building Formal Lounge, in case of inclement weather), followed by Mincha prayer service. The Assembly Series program in Graham Chapel will begin at 4:00pm - an unscripted conversation about music, philosophy, and religion, followed by a Q&A. FREE admission. Doors open at 3:30pm, and seating will be limited, so get there early!
iFest
Wednesday, Mar. 24, 12:00-3:00pm
DUC Courtyard
Join us for an afternoon celebration of Israeli food, music, and culture! Enjoy yummy falafel, Krav Maga instruction, Henna tattoos, music, dancing, and other Israeli entertainment. Bring your friends!
Reflections of an IDF Soldier
Thursday, Mar. 25, 7:00pm
SLU's Carlos Auditorium
WSI has paired up with SLU Jews to bring you Sgt. Benjamin Anthony and his presentation "Reflections of an IDF Solder". Buses will be available to take Wash U students to the event starting at 6:15pm, location TBD!
Shared Traditions
Wednesday, Mar. 24, 6:30pm
Catholic Student Center (6352 Forsyth Blvd.)
The Jewish Student Union and the Catholic Student Union are co-sponsoring Shared Traditions: A Look at Passover and the Last Supper from Jewish and Christian Perspectives. Come join us for an informative evening and some interfaith dialogue! The event will include two speakers, a representative Seder meal, and small group discussion over kosher food. We will not be charging for this event, but there will be an optional canned food drive. Space is limited so we ask that you please RSVP to sharedtraditions@gmail.com to reserve your spot for what will be a thought-provoking meal and conversation!
St. Louis Blues Jewish Heritage Night
Sunday, Mar. 28, 5:00pm
Join the St. Louis Blues and the St. Louis Jewish community for a night of entertainment and professional hockey, as the Blues take on the Edmonton Oilers in their attempt to reach the Western Conference playoffs for the second straight year. Tickets will be discounted for the event, which is set to occur the day before Erev Pesach. Tickets to the game range from $22 to $75. If you are interested in attending, email Sam Guzik at sam.guzik@gmail.com.
Observing Passover on April 6?
Vote Absentee on Proposition A!
April 6 is a very important election for the St. Louis region and for students to support public transit by voting on Proposition A. April 6 is also the last day of Passover. If you would like to request an absentee ballot for religious reasons, you can pick up a request form at Hillel, and return it to the front desk at Student Union in the DUC by Monday March 29 (or mail it directly to the St. Louis County Board of Elections by Wednesday March 31) to receive an absentee ballot. For more information, contact wu.propA@gmail.com. | |
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Opportunities
For more Opportunities, please visit our website at www.stlouishillel.org.
Volunteers for Israel offers you a unique, life-changing opportunity for adventure, new friendships, and mitzvot. You can make a difference for Israel - and have fun doing it! Experience Israeli life from the inside by spending 2-3 weeks working side-by-side with soldiers on an IDF base, capped by weekends of your own! Choose from among our regular programs offered throughout the year or our 2010 Summer International Youth Program, June 13-July 1 or July 4-July 22. For more details visit our website.
Interested in making some extra $ this semester? Would you like to work with one of the most prominent Jewish philanthropists in the country? Then this is the opportunity for you! The Staenberg Family Foundation is looking for some part-time assistance for a short-term project. Pay is $10/hour. If interested, please contact Jackie Levey, St. Louis Hillel Executive Director, by Friday, March 19, at jackie@stlouishillel.org or 314. 935.9042.
Heritage Scholars presents Fire, Evolution, and Judaism: A Scientific Perspective - an eye-opening discussion with Professor Rich Axelbaum, director of WashU's Consortium for Clean Coal Utilization. Tuesday, Mar. 16 at 9:00pm in DUC 233. For more info, contact elsandrock@wustl.edu.
Hamerkaz invites you to fall in love with Israel all over again this summer! Only $499 - includes hotels and airfare! May 23-June 8. You are still eligible even if you have done Birthright! For more info and to apply go to visit this website or contact zvi@ujewashu.com.
Nishmah and the JCC are proud to present Reality 2010, a one day conference devoted to women's health and wellness. This amazing event will feature over 20 speakers and workshops touching on everything from "sexuality through the life cycle" to "choosing the course of your life's journey". From food, fitness and homeopathic remedies, this conference is devoted to all women throughout all stages of life. The conference will feature an inspiring keynote address by journalist and New York Times best-selling author, Peggy Orenstein, highlighting the importance of women's relationships through the telling of our stories and their impact on women's emotional health. Finally, the conference will also feature a Health & Wellness Expo that will provide all of us with necessary information as we journey together through life. $60 for students for the full day. If you are interested in attending only the lunch and keynote speaker, contact hillel@stlouishillel.org for rates. For more info visit the Nishmah or JCC websites.
DOROT is accepting applications for summer internships! DOROT is a non-profit organization on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, which seeks to enhance the lives of Jewish and other elderly through a dynamic partnership of volunteers, professionals, and elders - and to foster mutually beneficial interaction between the generations. See a flyer outlining the program here. For more info and to apply, visit the website or contact Sima Kelner at skelner@dorotusa.org. |
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Looking for a babysitter for 2 year old twin toddlers. Mondays from 9am-1pm preferred. Starting as soon as possible! $15 per hour. Sitter will need transportatoin to house. Please email me at laurenleivnson@sbcglobal.net if interested. (Posted 3/15) |
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A Beneficiary Agency of the St. Louis Jewish Federation.
A Foundation of Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life. |
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