NEW IN 2011?
Women of Isaiah will host 2 brunches to welcome women who became new members of WOI or Temple Isaiah in 2011. We look forward to an opportunity to nosh, schmooze and provide an opportunity for new members to meet each other.
The first brunch will be Sunday, January 22 from 9:30 to 10:30 and 11:15 to 12:15 in the Beit Knesset at Temple Isaiah.
There will also be a new member brunch on Thursday, January 26 from 10:30 to noon at the home of Lynn Epstein, 16 La Plaza, Orinda.
Children are welcome at both events.
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January 9
Women's Torah Study
January 11
WOI Board Meeting
January 12
Theatre & Arts Event
January 16
Healing Circle (OFF-SITE)
January 23
Rosh Chodesh Shevat
January 25
Wednesday Hike
January 30
Knitting & Handiwork
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Women's Torah Project:
February 24
Friday Evening Services
February 26
Sunday School Event
February 27
Rosh Chodesh
Click here for a complete listing of events happening at Temple Isaiah.
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Women of Isaiah Membership Drive
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Women of Isaiah Board Meeting January 11*
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Come meet us, come greet us.
We want to get to know you.
Our meetings are open - please join us. We typically have a group of 15-20 women who are serving in Board positions or as event or committee chairs.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012, 7pm in the Library
* PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGED FROM THE 9th TO THE 11th AND IN THE LIBRARY INSTEAD OF ADULT LOUNGE*
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Rosh Chodesh Shevat
The Seeds of Rebirth with Rabbi Shanks January 23
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In Israel and in Northern California we are in our winter but already witnessing the seeds of spring beginning to sprout.
Tu B'shvat focuses our  attention on the natural world and our relationship to its cycles.
Monday, January 23, 2012 7:30-9:00pm in the Sanctuary
In this session Rabbi Shanks will teach and lead discussions from ancient and modern texts about breaking out of old habits and starting anew. |
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| Bakers wanted for Cantors Concert on January 29th.
If you can bake for the reception please respond to:
Susan Leiber at susanlieber49@gmail.com. |
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| If you or someone you know are in need of a Healing Circle, either in your home, at hospital bedside or at Temple Isaiah, please contact Rabbi Shanks by clicking here. |
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Women of Isaiah Theatre & Arts Series - Upcoming Events
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Contemporary Jewish Museum - Houdini: Art and Magic - Docent Tour
Thursday, January 12, 2012 11:00am-4:00pm
The Contemporary Jewish Museum presents the first major exhibition to examine Houdini's life, legend, and enduring cultural influence. Houdini: Art and Magic includes more than 160 objects including magic apparatus, a re-creation of the famous Water  Torture Cell, historic photographs, dramatic art nouveau-era posters, theater ephemera, and archival and silent films that allow visitors to fully explore the career and legacy of the celebrated entertainer. Click here for more information.
Docent tour of the exhibition from 1:30-2:30pm and time to see the rest of the museum. We will take BART to SF. The docent tour cost is $20 for adults and seniors and $10 for museum members. Lunch before on your own.
Deadline to sign up and send in a check - January 5th. Questions? Contact Karen Maas at maas19@gmail.com, 925-376-4835.
Ghost Light - Berkeley Rep - Thrust Stage
Sunday, February 12, 2012 7:00pm
When Jon was a boy, his father was shot and suddenly their lives were part of history. Years later, when staging a production of Hamlet, the son must confront his buried feelings about a crime that shocked the nation. In this evocative new play, Artistic Director Tony  Taccone imagines a fable for San Francisco based on the assassination of Mayor George Moscone. Click here for more information. Tickets are $42.50 per person and are located in section A. Tickets are limited and the order deadline is January 15th or until sold out. Family and friends are welcome to attend. All tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable. We will carpool or take BART to Berkeley.
Questions: Contact Karen Maas at maas19@gmail.com, 925-376-4835.
In Paris - Berkeley Rep - Roda Theatre
Saturday, May 12, 2012 2:00pm
Legendary performer Mikhail Baryshnikov takes the stage with Anna Sinyakina and a talented ensemble assembled by visionary director Dmitry Krymov. Based on a story by Nobel Prize-winner Ivan Bunin, In Paris is a dazzling new play set in the 1930s, which mixes movement with a romantic story and spectacular design. This rare international collaborationtold in French and Russian with English supertitlesunites renowned artists born in Russia for a vivid visual experience. More information here.
Tickets are $76.00 per person and are located in the side orchestra.
TICKETS ARE LIMITED - ONLY SIX LEFT - ORDER NOW. Please use the order form below. All tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable. We will carpool or take BART to Berkeley.
Questions: Contact Karen Maas at maas19@gmail.com, 925-376-4835.
Upcoming Events:
Mamma Mia - Orpheum Theatre - February/March
Bouquets to Art - DeYoung Museum - March
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Theatre and Arts Series Order Form
Name:___________________________________________
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Email:____________________________ Phone:_____________________
Event:
Houdini: Art and Magic, Thursday, January 12, 2012 11am - 4pm ____tickets @$20 =____
____tickets @$10 =____
Ghost Light, Sunday, February 12, 2012 7:00 pm ____tickets @$42.50 =______
In Paris, Saturday, May 12, 2012 2:00pm ____tickets @ $76.00 = ______
Enclosed is a check for $________
Checks payable to: Karen Maas
Mail form and check to: Karen Maas
125 Fernwood Drive, Moraga, CA 94556
Questions: maas19@gmail.com or call 925-376-4835
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Women's Torah Study January 9
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 Please join a dynamic group of women who want to study Torah texts with special emphasis on the place, roles and stories of women in our tradition. Using the Women's Torah Commentary created by the Reform Movement, we augment our learning with commentaries by a wide variety of sources and authors, including literature and poetry.
We meet at 10:30am in the Adult Lounge.
No experience necessary!
We need a minyan, 10 women, to create our group each month. Please RSVP to Nina Jones, Clergy Assistant, Ninaj@temple-isaiah.org, to let us know you will join us on January 9th. If we do not have 10 women we will send an email on the Friday afternoon preceding the scheduled session.
We look forward to seeing you in the New Year!
Rabbi Judy Shanks
Upcoming Dates:
February 13, 2012
March 12, 2012
April 9, 2012
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| Sacred Chant - Healing Circle January 16 (off-site) |
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For all those in need of healing... for the places in each of us in need of healing... for yourself... for our community... it's always a good time to be part of a healing circle - Now meeting monthly  at Temple as well as in congregants' home or even at hospital bedside in times of need.
Beginners Always Welcome!
7:00 - 8:45 pm THIS SESSION WILL BE HELD OFF-SITE - PLEASE RSVP FOR INFORMATION.
NEW>> (PLEASE RSVP )<<
If you or a loved one are in need of a healing circle, please contact Rabbi Judy Shanks. If you would like to add a name to our list for healing prayers, please email it to Jan (jtrzesniewski@hotmail.com) or Jeanette (jeanetteg2@sacredhebrewchant.com ).
For more information about healing circles & chanting please visit: SacredHebrewChant.com where you can also listen to some chants & join the growing list of volunteers for the Healing Circles Project.
Upcoming Dates: Monday Evenings:
February 20, 2012 (Off-site)
March 19, 2012 - Temple Isaiah: Beit Knesset
April 30, 2012 - Temple Isaiah: Beit Knesset
May 14, 2012 - Temple Isaiah: Beit Knesset
June 18, 2012 - Temple Isaiah: Beit Knesset
A Project of Women of Isaiah and Angel Network
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| Last Wednesday Hikes January 25 | |
Briones Regional Park
Sunrise Trail to Springhill Trail Loop
This is a vigorous and steep hike with a 2-mile ascent on a long, grassy ridge. At the crest we will view Mt. Diablo and its foothills and the San Ramon Valley as well as Concord, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, and Danville.
Details: The hike begins at Springfield Road in Lafayette and takes us to the Briones Crest Trail which traverses the Crescent Ridge and Seaborg Trails. We will continue onto the Lafayette Ridge Trail which begins our steep downhill trek. At the bottom we will pick up the Springhill Trail and return to our cars.
This is a dog-friendly hike. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended.
Meeting time: 8:30 at the bus shelter located at the lower parking lot of Temple Isaiah. We will carpool to the trailhead.
FUTURE HIKES:
02/29/12: Sadie Hawkins Day special hike: Del Valle in Livermore with wine tasting
following. This is a full-day outing.
03/28/12: TBA
04/25/12: TBA
05/30/12: WOI Last Wednesday Hiker's 2nd Anniversary. TBA
Any questions? Contact Cheryl Kohleriter at 820-6158 or cherylkohleriter@yahoo.com.
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Knitting-Handiwork Group January 30
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Join us January 30th at 7:00 pm in the Library for an evening of knitting and other needlework.
You can begin or complete a project, get help with any knitting/handiwork problems or offer assistance to others. Work on your knitting, needlepoint, crochet, embroidery, or any other handiwork projects. We welcome everyone from beginners to experts.
Make new friends, share knitting-handiwork news and have fun with us.
Monthly on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm usually in the Library.
Future dates:
February 13, 2012
March 19, 2012
April 16, 2012
Contact: Margie Kaplan
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Visit Temple Isaiah's newly remodeled Gift Shop,
for all of your Judaica needs.
________________________ Women of Isaiah Online Gift Shop is Open 24/7 
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