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UPDATE
February 9, 2012 / 16 Shevat 5772
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CONTENTS: Click on any item to go to it. FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS, DO SCROLL DOWN PAST THE KADIMA NEWS.
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Kadima Annual Meeting, February 12, 10:30 am
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'Introduction to Kabbalah,' session 2, February 12 (4-6 pm)
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Musical Members Perform!
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Kadima's Women's Torah to Visit Bay Area
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Great Big Reconstructionist Book Sale
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March 3, 10 am, Shabbat morning service at Kadima House
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Rosh Chodesh gathering for Teen Girls, March 3
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Auction - Dinner - Talent Show! March 17th
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Save the date!
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Homage to a Picture-Book Rebel
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NEW Pre-K class! Enrollment is OPEN
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Kadima Sundays & Mondays schedules
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Enroll in Sunday School, Hebrew School, Pre-K class
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Snow & ice procedures
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Kadima and WTP are on Facebook
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How to donate to Kadima
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Kadima Calendar
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Do your shopping on line - Kadima receives a percentage of each sale!
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Please join us!
Kadima community Annual Meeting Sunday, February 12
10:30 am at Kadima House
♦ Presentations about the "State of Kadima"
♦ Election of Board Directors
♦ Presentations by Kadima members, board members, and staff
♦ Opportunity to share your thoughts and ideas
Complimentary bagels & beverages!
If you wish to nominate a candidate for Board Director (including yourself), please contact us at office@kadima.org or (206) 547-3914.
Thank you. See you on Sunday!
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INTRODUCTION TO KABBALAH
with Jeremy Alk, MAJE
Everyone is invited to attend
Session 2:
Sunday, February 12, 4 pm
Register by email, or by telephone, (206) 547-3914
Session II
What is the methodology for the study of Kabbalah?
What are the major concepts and principles of Kabbalah?
How do you connect with the teachings of Kabbalah?
What are the applications that can be made to our daily lives?
Cost
By sliding scale donation. Suggested donation: Kadima members $10 per class; not Kadima members $20 per class. Jeremy Alk
A Jewish educator for over thirty years, Mr. Alk is a Master's Degree recipient in Jewish Education from Hebrew Union College in Los Angeles, the seminary of the Reform Jewish community.
Mr. Alk currently teaches adult education at Congregation Beth Shalom and has been a featured instructor at the community-wide Torahthon held at Herzl-Ner Tamid Congregation. He teaches religious school at Temple Beth Or in Everett. He also tutors privately adults and kids all over King and Snohomish Counties. He has taught for the Kadima School in the past and officiated as a Madrich at many of Kadima's Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies.
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Musical Members!
The 85th Street Big Band - Kadimanik Larry Greenberg on bass.
Saturday, February 18, at 7:30 pm
Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park
A lively 19-piece big band featuring Swing standards from the 30's, 40's and 50's.
The Seattle Saxophone Orchestra - Kadimanik Richard Ginnis on...saxophone!
Sunday, February 19 at 7:30 pm
Music Center of the Northwest (901 N. 96th St., Seattle)
Under the baton of Alan Shen, this exciting 14-member all-saxophone ensemble will present an eclectic and engaging program including pieces by Bach, Pergolesi, Beethoven, Gottschalk, Greig, Shostakovitch, Grainger, Taggart, and more. They will feature some remarkable and wonderfully unusual instruments including incredibly tiny piccolo and curved sopranino saxophones, the mighty bass saxophone, and an incredible pair of six-foot tall contrabass saxophones.
Experience the rare and marvelous sound of the full range of the saxophone family in concert. Don't miss this truly fun and memorable musical event! Admission is by free-will donation.
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Kadima's Women's Torah to Tour the Bay Area
Kadima's Women's Torah will visit the Bay Area from February 22 to 29: Foster City, San Francisco, Lafayette, Cotati, Palo Alto, and Berkeley. Wendy Graff will accompany the Torah to San Francisco, and Lois Gaylord will meet them there. Wendy, Lois, Rabbi Jane Litman, Aimee Golant, Marcia Falk, Julie Seltzer, and others will be speaking about the Torah and a variety of other topics. The Torah will be present at Shabbat services in Cotati, Palo Alto, and Lafayette, and for Rosh Chodesh in Berkeley.
To read more about this wonderful occasion, visit the Women's Torah Project Facebook page. To view the itinerary, click here.
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Shabbat morning service
Saturday, March 3, at 10:00
Kadima House
Community spirit, song, and thoughtful discussion
Parshah Tetzaveh - Exodus 27:20 - 30:10
The celebration of Shabbat includes a potluck: dairy/vegetarian (scaled fish okay).
RSVPs are helpful but not required: office@kadima.org or
(206) 547-3914. Please let us know if you will need child care.
Kadima House 12353 8th Ave. NE
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Rosh Chodesh Gathering for Teen Girls Saturday, March 3, 3 - 5 pm Please contact Sharron Lerner, Education Director, for more information.
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your favorite Jewish community at our favorite Indian restaurant!
Kadima's Annual Dinner-Auction-Talent Show Fundraiser 
Saturday evening, March 17th, 5-9 pm
Bombay Grill of Seattle
The Ultimate Indian Food Experience
Only 100 tickets available.
Order yours today!$60 Mensch / $45 adults / $18 ages 5-12 / Children 4 & under no charge
office@kadima.org / (206) 547-3914
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SAVE the Date!
Sunday, March 18
Community work party at Kadima House - Sprucing up for spring. Pick your own project.
April 1
Kadima Open House
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 An article by Laurel Graeber reprinted in the Be'chol Lashon (In Every Tongue) newsletter, originally published in "The New York Times" on December 8, 2011.
In 1962 Ezra Jack Keats started a quiet revolution that in its own way had as much influence as some of the decade's louder protests. An author and illustrator, Keats published The Snowy Day, about a small boy's delight in his first snowstorm. Nothing radical there. But the story differed profoundly from virtually all the mainstream American picture books preceding it: Peter, the little boy, was black...(continued).
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Enrollment is OPEN ♦ ♦ ♦ Come join Us!
NEW Pre-K Class!
For children 4-5 years old. Developing Jewish identity and kindergarten readiness skills.
For single-parent families, interfaith parents, same-sex parents...for all parents raising Jewish children.
This Pre-K program will serve as an introduction to Jewish songs, stories, traditions, and progressive Jewish values.
The Kadima Pre-Kindergarten meets Sundays, twice monthly, 10:00 a.m. - noon at Kadima House.
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Kadima Sundays and Mondays Sundays (10 am to noon) February 12 March 4 & 18 Mondays February 13 & 27 March 5, 12, 19 & 26 Hebrew (5th grade) - 4:45-5:45 Hebrew 1 - 5:30-6:30 Hebrew (6th grade) - 5:45-6:45 B'nei Mitzvah - 7:00-8:00 |
PRE-K, SUNDAY SCHOOL, HEBREW, AND B'NEI MITZVAH PROGRAM Download an Enrollment and Membership Registration form. KADIMA OFFERS... MODERN CONVERSATIONAL HEBREW CLASSES For 3rd-8th grades. TWICE MONTHLY SUNDAY CLASSES FOR GRADES K-7 AND A B'NEI MITZVAH PROGRAM Visit Kadima's website for more information about our Sunday School and B'nei Mitzvah program, or contact Sharron Lerner, Education Director, at slerner@kadima.org, or the office at (206) 547-3914. A PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM For children 4-5 years old. Developing Jewish identity and kindergarten readiness skills. For single-parent families, inter-faith parents, same-sex parents...for all parents raising Jewish children. This Pre-K program will serve as an introduction to Jewish songs, stories, traditions, and progressive Jewish values. The Kadima Pre-Kindergarten meets Sundays, twice monthly, 10:00 am- noon. at Kadima House. View Pre-K flyer. Contact Sharron Lerner for more information. |
SNOW PROCEDURES
Baby, it's cold outside! Snow Procedure for Sunday Mornings
Snow, ice, or inclement weather closure for Sundays: If you would not drive on the roads, you can bet that school is closed. Safety is first. Kathy will put a message on the Kadima answering machine, (206) 547-3914, and on the website.
Monday Hebrew and B'nei Mitzvah Classes Snow/Ice Procedure In the event of snow or inclement weather this is our Monday procedure: If it is snowing outside -- stay home, stay off the roads. Because these are late afternoon and evening classes, if roads are icy or likely to freeze we will not have classes.
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Be sure to 'like' Kadima and the WTP on Facebook. Kadima is on Facebook. 
The Women's Torah Project is on Facebook.
Two simple ways to connect with Kadima. |
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Seattle's premiere progressive Jewish Community integrates celebration, study, and work for social justice, through programs, holidays, Shabbatot, education for all generations, activism for a just, peaceful and healthy world, and many avenues to a warm Jewish community. Think of Kadima as your "Jewish Salon," a comfortable setting for the free exchange of ideas and experiences!
Kadima's Women's Torah Project has completed the first Torah in history to be scribed and completely embellished by an international community of women.Kadima is a co-founder of the Middle East Peace Camp for Children. 2012 MEPC dates: July 9-13!
Registration form
Contact Kadima!
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Make Kadima House a sanctuary filled with learning, celebration, activism, spirit and warm community!
HOW TO DONATE
Donate via NetworkForGood.org, where Kadima is a non-profit client, and you can sign up to make a donation monthly -- easy on the pocketbook! · Send a check: Kadima, 12353 8th Ave. NE, Seattle WA 98125 · Call the office, (206) 547-3914, with credit card info · Members may call to add a donation to their account.
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KADIMA CALENDAR |
Kadima Community Meeting & Board Election
February 12, 10:30 am
Kabbalah Class, Part 2, with Jeremy Alk
February 12, 4-6 pm
Women's Torah visits Bay Area
February 22-29
Shabbat Morning Service
March 3, 10 am
Rosh Chodesh Gathering for Teen Girls
March 3, 3-5 pm
Kadima Dinner, Auction & Talent Show
Saturday, March 17,
5-9 pm
Bombay Grill
Community Work PartyMarch 18
Open HouseApril 1
Regarding Rosh Chodesh for Teenage Girls. please contact Sharron Lerner. Regarding leading, attending, chanting Torah and/or helping with Shabbat services, contact the Kadima office.
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YOUR PURCHASES REALLY DO GENERATE REVENUE FOR KADIMA
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JEWISH COMMUNITY EVENTS
If an event title is underlined you can click on the title to open a link to more information. Saturday, Feb. 11 · 6:30 pm · Unity of Bellevue
Please join Rabbi Olivier and Bet Alef Meditative Synagogue for Havdalah Services, Tu B'Shvat Sedar, and Dinner. More info and register here. Or register by contacting Shellie.
Saturday, Feb. 11 · 7:15 - 9:00 pm · Congregation Beth Shalom (6800 35th Ave NE, Seattle)
An Evening of Hands-On Art with Three Artists from Israel
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle is delighted to announce this special art program for adults only, with three professional artists for its Partnership Region of Hof Ashkelon, Israel. Learn how to make Mandela drawings on canvas. This Indian art form was brought to Israel by Jews from India. No prior art experience is necessary. The artists will be in Seattle February 10-15, sharing their art with children, youth and young adults. This event on Saturday night, February 11, is the only event for adults open to the public. Preregistration is required as the program is limited to 50.
Sunday, Feb. 12 · 1:30 - 3 pm · The Summit at First Hill (1200 University St, Seattle)
Drawing on her own experiences and those of elders with whom she's spoken, Wendy Lustbader will share stories and insights about how growing older can be a "joyful adventure." Wendy asserts that it's not til we mature that we can truly enjoy all that life has to offer. As we get older, she says, we become "more and more ourselves." Ideally, our challenges and losses shape our perspective and help us become the best version of ourselves. Wendy also explores the increasing importance of personal relationships and of spirituality for many people, including her own exploration of her Jewish faith and tradition. Ms. Lustbader is a noted local author, speaker and social worker. Catered kosher reception follows. Advance registration required; space is limited. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Monday, Feb. 13 · 6:30 - 8:00 pm · SJCC Mercer Island
ART for Middle and High School Teens
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle will be hosting four Israeli artists from its partnership region of Kiriat Malachi and Hof Askelon. This February 13 event is for middle- and high-school aged teens. Teens will learn from these artists about Israel, art in Israel, and teens may experiment with a variety of art media. Light refreshments will be served.
Saturday, Feb. 18 · 1 - 2:30 pm · UUC Knatvold Room (6556 35th Ave NE, Seattle)
Congregation Eitz Or
Torah Study Led by Reb Arik Labowitz:
Song of Songs - Longing for the Divine Lover
Mystics of all spiritual traditions speak of God in the language of a lover. The prime example of this relationship in Judaism is demonstrated in the Song of Songs. The early rabbis debated as to whether the Song of Songs would be included in the biblical canon, given the poem's erotic nature paired with its reputation of being sung in the local taverns. Nevertheless, Rabbi Akiva taught, "the whole Torah is holy, but the Song of Songs is the Holy of Holies." This class will take a closer look at this stunning and multifaceted text. The topic of Divine Lover as it is manifest in the Jewish tradition and other mystical traditions will be explored. More info: info@eitzor.org. Congregation Eitz Or, Seattle's Jewish Renewal Community, www.eitzor.org. Congregation Eitz Or events are fragrance-free.
Endless Opportunities - A community-wide program of educational, social, recreational & volunteer opportunities for adults age 60+
Thursday, Feb. 23 · 10:30 - Noon · Temple De Hirsch Sinai, Foyer (1441 16th Ave, Seattle)
The aging viaduct, damaged by the 2001 Nisqually earthquake, is being replaced with a new roadway near the port and stadia, and a bored tunnel beneath downtown. Matt Preedy, Deputy Program Administrator for the Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement Program, will provide an overview and construction update. He will also share some of the history, costs and funding sources, safety, and possible tolling of the tunnel. RSVP to Ellen Hendin by Thursday, Feb. 16, (206) 861-3183 or endlessopps@jfsseattle.org.
Each session: 11:15 am - 12:30 pm on a Sunday · Temple B'nai Torah (15727 NE 4th St, Bellevue)
Attend one, some or all of these topics:
February 26: The Middah of Truthfulness
March 25: The Middah of Patience
April 29: The Middah of Gratitude
We want our children to develop good values and character. The primary way they learn this is by watching us! Explore how parents can express their emotions and beliefs in balanced and healthy ways, consistently modeling traits we want to pass on. We'll draw from Musar, traditional Jewish writings focused on improving one's character, and from contemporary research and literature. Facilitated by Rabbi Kinberg and Marjorie Schnyder, LICSW; best for parents of children up to 12 years old. FREE. Advance registration encouraged. A limited amount of babysitting is provided by TBT teens with advance request. Contact Marjorie Schnyder at (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Thursday, March 1 · 7 - 9 pm · Jewish Family Service (1601 16th Ave, Seattle)
Your money in retirement can come from work, Social Security, savings, investments and even from equity on your home. Exploring a variety of income sources is an important skill in these uncertain economic times. Join us if you are about to retire, retired, or helping a loved one plan for a successful retirement! Space is limited. Advance registration encouraged. $10/person. Scholarships are available; please ask. Contact Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
 Endless Opportunities - A community-wide program of educational, social, recreational & volunteer opportunities for adults age 60+ Friday, March 2 · Times will vary depending on registration · Seattle Art Museum (1300 First Ave)
Most of us know that Gauguin went off to Tahiti to paint and that his paintings reflected this environment with glorious colors. But what was the complex relationship between Paul Gauguin's work and the art and culture of Polynesia? Our docents will provide new insights into Gauguin as a man and painter, and his relationship to Polynesian art. The exhibit features 60 works of Gauguin and 60 works from the Pacific Island people. Cost: $9 special exhibit fee plus $3.50 docent fee. Total $12.50 (museum members may use their cards). Scholarships available. You need to reserve a ticket (even if you are a member) and pay for your ticket by Thursday, February 23. We can take phone reservations with Visa/Mastercard at (206) 861-3183. No refunds can be given.
Sunday, March 4 · 3 - 5 pm · Congregation Beth Shalom (6800 35th Ave NE, Seattle)
Shaarei Tikvah - Gates of Hope
A joyful, inclusive and accessible, community-wide celebration with music, activities, and a special Purim Spiel. Free. Advance registration encouraged. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org. To discuss special accommodations, please contact them by February 22.
Summer Camp Scholarships Available
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle's Camp Scholarship Application is now available for Summer 2012. The program is designed to help families in Washington State with the cost of camp tuition. All scholarship applications are due by March 9. Apply today! Tuesday, March 13 · 10 - Noon · Jewish Family Service (1601 - 16th Ave, Seattle)
Emotion coaching helps parents guide their children through life's ups and downs in a way that builds confidence, resilience and strong relationships. Advance registration required; space is limited. $18/person or $25/couple. Financial assistance available; please ask. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Jacob Friedman Holocaust Writing & Art Contest 2012
Early submissions encouraged. Entries must be postmarked by March 16. Open to students in grades 5-12 in WA, OR, ID, and AK. Contest Guidelines.
Jewish Family Service Social Services
· Alternatives to Addiction. (206) 861-8782 or dburnett@jfsseattle.org
· Ongoing Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at JFS: www.jfsseattle.org/uploads/pdf
· Basic emergency services to those with the most critical needs in the Jewish community, and, where possible, the broader community: (206) 461-3240 - ask to speak with an Emergency Services Case Manager
· Project DVORA (Domestic Violence Outreach, Response & Advocacy): call (206) 461-3240 and ask to speak with a Project DVORA Advocate, or contactus@jfsseattle.org.
On Your Mark, Get Set, Help Out with Jews in Sports!
2012 is here! Which means it's...The Year of Sports! The Instant Replay Committee of the Washington State Jewish Historical Society is collecting stories from anyone involved in sports in any capacity. Send in names now! The committee needs volunteers to help out with all kinds of sports programs. Love sports? Love the Society? Then they need you! To submit sports stories, to volunteer or for more info, contact Ralph at rmaimon@wsjhs.org.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
If an event title is underscored you can click on the title to open a link to more information. 
Now thru Feb. 12 · 4711 California Ave SW (in the heart of the West Seattle Junction)
ArtsWest presents the acclaimed play about women in the Third Reich,
The Seattle premiere of Shirley Lauro's explosive work. The Chicago Tribune called this Jefferson-nominated Best Play of 2006 "a significant and intensely moving new work [...] daring to look at the polarities of war with a strong sense of the complexity of human limitations." The play is based on actual interviews with German women. It tells the stories of how four German gentile women manage their lives during the rise and fall of Adolf Hitler: Tickets available online or at (206) 938-0339.
Sunday, Feb. 19 · 4 - 7 pm · 88 Keys in Pioneer Square, Seattle
Featuring vocalist extraordinaire Elnah Jordan with the great Jimmy Holden on the Hammond Organ. Also, Ayron Jones & the Way. Guest Speakers, Tuere Sala and Ari Kohn. Also featuring Dwayne George, Metropolitan Dance Co., with spoken word from Vernesta Mackey. $15 at the door. All Ages Welcome!
Thursday, March 1 · 7 - 9 pm · Washington Cathedral, Redmond
ParentMap Lecture: NurtureShock, New Twists that Shape Children's Success,
with Ashley Merryman
Explore hidden "thrive factors" for kids that will forever change your thinking about learning, creativity, and academic achievement. Info and purchase tickets here.
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