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BULLETIN
June 21, 2012 / 1 Tammuz 5772
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Registration for 2012-13 is Open! Pre-K, Sunday School, Hebrew, and B'nei Mitzvah Program Download an Enrollment and Membership Registration form. Register by June 29 and receive a $30 discount on tuition! (Discount offered per family, not per student.) Kadima offers... Modern Conversational Hebrew Classes For 3rd-8th grades. Twice Monthly Sunday School Classes for Grades K-7 and a B'nei Mitzvah Program Visit our 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. 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 class meets Sundays, twice monthly, 10 to noon at Kadima House. View Pre-K flyer. Contact Sharron Lerner for more information. |
The Middle East Peace Camp invites you to join in its eleventh year of camp!
July 9 - 13
2012 Theme: Food and Community
How does food shape our communities? This year at camp, by breaking bread together, we will build friendships and promote cross-cultural learning. We will explore the idea of food through cooking projects, sharing traditional foods, hospitality, growing our own food, and food justice projects. This year will hold an abundance of fun and food!
MEPC is a grassroots coalition of Arab and Jewish communities and our friends. We are dedicated to embracing our common humanity while empowering youth through education, recreation, and leadership development. The camp takes a multifaceted approach to teaching the values of peacemaking through a focus on conflict resolution and human rights using creative art, science, music, dance, sports, and language activities. We plant seeds of friendship and fun while emphasizing our commonalities and celebrating our differences! Join our community for its eleventh year of camp at the UW Botanic Gardens.
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Rosh Chodesh
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Kadima Social Justice group!
If you would like to join the listserv that the Social Justice Group established after its inaugural meeting on Cinco de Mayo, please contact Sima Kahn via office@kadima.org. The listserv will keep people apprised of opportunities for engagement in various areas in which the Social Justice group is interested. You are invited to participate even if you could not attend the Cinco de Mayo event.
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BULLETIN BOARD
Sunday, July 1
Ballard Locks
2-4 pm
The 85th Street Big Band
Everybody's favorite gig: outdoors at the Ballard Locks! Kadimanik Larry Greenberg is the bass player in this swinging big band that plays hits from the 1930s to the 1960s...and then some!
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The Child ID App The FBI has launched a new Android version of its Child ID App. The application can be downloaded for free from the Android Apps section of Google Play. The Child ID App, first released in August 2011 for iPhones, provides parents with an easy way to electronically store pictures and vital information about their children in case they go missing -- whether it's a toddler wandering away at the mall or a teen who has been snatched by a stranger. Using the app, you can show pictures of your kids and provide physical identifiers such as height and weight to security or police officers on the spot. You can also quickly and easily e-mail the information to authorities with a few clicks. The app also includes tips on keeping children safe and specific guidance on what to do in those first few crucial hours after a child goes missing. To date, the iPhone version of the app has been downloaded more than 121,000 times. More info here. _____________________________________________________  ASSE International, which places international high-school students with local host families for the school year, is currently recruiting host families for students from the former Soviet Union for the 2012-13 school year. The basic requirements to host are minimal. The student needs to be provided with: 1. His or her own bed (can share a room with a child of the same gender) 2. A place to study 3. Three meals a day. English should be the primary language spoken in the host family's home, as the students are coming here to learn English.
This is a volunteer position. Host families are not compensated for hosting. The non-financial rewards of hosting are many, and include:
* Learning about another culture * Developing a lifelong friendship * Providing an exceptional young person with the opportunity of a lifetime! If you are interested in hosting, please contact Shoshana Billik: shoshana@billik.com or (206) 601-5123. She will be happy to share information about the students with you, and will walk you through the process of applying to be a host family. _____________________________________________________
 Join us!
Looking for a progressive, inclusive, fun-loving, socially engaged Jewish community? Don't have school-aged children? Look no further! For adults, Kadima offers Adult Education on Sundays (twice a month), the Kadima Kulture Klub (meets quarterly to sample Jewish culture), and a Social Justice group for tikkun olam.
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BOOK LOOK
The World Without You
by Joshua Henkin
It's July 4, 2005, and the Frankel family is descending upon their beloved summer home in the Berkshires. But this is no ordinary holiday. The family has gathered to memorialize Leo, the youngest of the four siblings, an intrepid journalist and adventurer, who was killed in Iraq a year ago, and this mostly nonobservant Jewish family is now ready to unveil his tombstone.
The parents, Marilyn and David, are adrift in grief. Their forty-year marriage is falling apart. Clarissa, the eldest sibling and a former cello prodigy, has settled into an ambivalent domesticity and is struggling at age thirty-nine to become pregnant. Lily, a fiery-tempered lawyer and the family contrarian, is angry at everyone. And Noelle, whose teenage years were shadowed by promiscuity and school expulsions, has moved to Jerusalem and become a born-again Orthodox Jew. The last person to see Leo alive, Noelle has flown back for the memorial with her husband and four children, but she feels entirely out of place. And Thisbe, Leo's widow and mother of their three-year-old son, has come from California bearing her own secret .
Set against the backdrop of Independence Day and the Iraq War, The World Without You is a novel about sibling rivalries and marital feuds, about volatile women and silent men, and, ultimately, about the true meaning of family.
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The Last Man by P. T. Deutermann
P.T. Deutermann opens his 13th novel, The Last Man, at Masada, the site of the legendary battle between the Roman legions and Jewish rebels holed up in Herod's ancient palace near the Dead Sea. The Jewish sicarii, or daggermen, stood ready to kill the women and children--and themselves--to protect the deep secrets and treasures of their faith, a moment vividly depicted in the brilliantly told prologue.
Jump to modern-day Israel, where recently widowed Judith Ressner is a brilliant archeologist buried in her studies and where David Hall, a whistle-blowing nuclear physicist, comes to Masada, ostensibly to indulge his rich-boy interest in the history of the place. His recently disappeared girlfriend, however, had a theory about Masada and the people who sacrificed themselves there, and Hall is there to find out if she was right.
Judith is assigned to be David's minder, and the two become grudging friends with an unspoken attraction. Hall finds the mysterious site his girlfriend hinted at, then gets caught wandering the mountain at night and is shipped off the site. He plays rich tourist again for many days, but soon heads back to Masada, scuba gear in hand. He calls Judith and asks her to join him; she agrees and together they dive into the cistern Hall has discovered, looking for hidden areas they can only guess at, only to be sealed in by a mysterious adversary. There are conspiracies within conspiracies in Deutermann's intricate plot, and the two protagonists have discovered the heart of them all. --Rob LeFebvre, freelance writer and editor
From The Elliott Bay Book Co. website.
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I Am Forbidden by Anouk Markovits
A family is torn apart by fierce belief and private longing in this unprecedented journey deep inside the most insular Hasidic sect, the Satmar.
Sweeping from the Central European countryside just before World War II to Paris to contemporary Williamsburg, Brooklyn, I Am Forbidden brings to life four generations of one Satmar family.
Opening in 1939 Transylvania, five-year-old Josef witnesses the murder of his family by the Romanian Iron Guard and is rescued by a Gentile maid to be raised as her own son. Five years later, Josef rescues a young girl, Mila, after her parents are killed while running to meet the Rebbe they hoped would save them. Josef helps Mila reach Zalman Stern, a leader in the Satmar community, in whose home Mila is raised as a sister to Zalman's daughter, Atara. As the two girls mature, Mila's faith intensifies, while her beloved sister Atara discovers a world of books and learning that she cannot ignore. With the rise of communism in central Europe, the family moves to Paris, to the Marais, where Zalman tries to raise his children apart from the city in which they live.
When the two girls come of age, Mila marries within the faith, while Atara continues to question fundamentalist doctrine. The different choices the two sisters make force them apart until a dangerous secret threatens to banish them from the only community they've ever known.
A beautifully crafted, emotionally gripping story of what happens when unwavering love, unyielding law, and centuries of tradition collide, I Am Forbidden announces the arrival of an extraordinarily gifted new voice and opens a startling window on a world long closed to most of us, until now.
From The Elliott Bay Book Co. website.
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The Women's Torah Project is on Facebook.
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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, and sewn together in community.Kadima is a co-founder of the Middle East Peace Camp for Children. 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
Rosh Chodesh Summer Meeting
July 14
Regarding Rosh Chodesh for Teen Girls. please contact Sharron Lerner. Regarding leading, attending, chanting Torah and/or helping with Shabbat services, contact the Kadima office.
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JEWISH COMMUNITY EVENTS
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An invitation from ths Stroum Jewish Community Center
Soon the eyes of the world will be on the London Olympics. Support a Minute of Silence in Memory of the Munich 11. The SJCC is joining JCCs nationwide to gather enough signatures via an online petition to convince the International Olympic Committee to hold a minute of silence at its Opening Ceremony in London this summer. These Olympic Games will mark the 40th anniversary of the massacre in Munich of 11 Israeli Olympians. Their murder has yet to be recognized to this day. I hope you will join us in signing this petition. It is a simple process but an incredibly important statement.
Thank you,
Judy Neuman
Chef Executive Officer
You can also support the Facebook page Just One Minute.  Starts tonight! June 21-24
Chief Rabbi Israel Meir Lau: An Historic Visit to Seattle
Chief Rabbi Lau, former Chief Rabbi of Israel is a world-revered public figure, internationally renowned speaker, and author who at age eight was one of the youngest survivors of Buchenwald. All lectures free of charge.
Thursday, June 21, 7:30 pm "From Shoah to Rebirth." Bikur Cholim Machzikay Hadath, 5145 So Morgan St, Seattle.
Saturday, June 23 - Congregation Ezra Bessaroth, 5217 So Brandon St, Seattle.
--10:15 am - "I Believe. Even In the Holocaust."
--12:00 pm - Lunch and lecture: "What Makes the Jewish People One Nation." Lunch is $20/family - must be reserved and prepaid. RSVP - RabbiLauSeattle@gmail.com
--8:30 pm - "Education: The Foundation of the Continuity of the Jewish People."
Friday, June 22 · 6 - 8 pm · Temple De Hirsch Sinai (1511 E Pike St, Seattle)
LGBTQ Pride Shabbat
Join JFS and friends for a celebration of LGBTQ Jews, friends, allies, and families. ASL available. Following the Shabbat service, everyone is invited to an oneg - a celebration with snacks and desserts. Free. RSVP not required. Info: Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Sunday, June 24 · 10 am - 5:30 pm · Downtown & Seattle Center
Celebrate with JFS as it marches in the Pride Parade. Be sure to stop by the JFS Fisher Pavilion information table for a chance to win cool prizes! Free. RSVP not required. Info: Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Sunday mornings: June 24, July 1 & July 8 · 9:30 am - 2 pm · Jewish Family Service, Seattle
Bringing Baby Home: A Workshop Series for Couples -- Tell Parents You Know!
This hands-on, interactive class, based on the findings of Dr.John Gottman and the Relationship Research Institute, shows you ways to:
- Promote relationship satisfaction with your partner
- Strengthen your friendship, intimacy and conflict regulation skills
- Manage the challenging transition to parenthood
- Meet your child's emotional and psychological needs
- Be the best parenting team possible!
Couples of all backgrounds are welcomed! Advance registration required. Financial assistance available. Insurance/EAP may cover the class (e.g. Microsoft). Contact Marjorie Schnyder at (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Wednesdays, July 11 & 18 · 7 - 8:30 pm · Jewish Family Service (1601 16th Ave, Seattle)
Holy Hell Raisers: Jewish Women & Social Change
Throughout time, from the Biblical era to the present, Jewish women have been instigators for social justice and change. Join us for the two part workshop to gain a deeper understanding of the powerful Jewish women in our history. Facilitated by Rabbi Kinberg. $5 Suggested Donation. Register by July 9. Contact Project DVORA, (206) 461-3240.
Sunday, July 15 · 12 - 4 pm · Carkeek Park, Seattle
Jewish Single Parent Family Picnic in the Park
Semi-Annual Jewish Single Parent Family & Big Pals Program Cook-Out! Hang out with other children, teens and adults and enjoy a kosher cookout! Enjoy the view of Puget Sound, the woods and hiking trails, games and activities, the Salmon Slide play area, and of course hot dogs, s'mores and other summer treats! Jewish single parent families interested in learning about Big Pals/Little Pals are especially encouraged to attend. FREE. Advance registration required by July 8th. Contact Jane or Marjorie, (206) 461-3240 or jdeer@jfsseattle.org or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
July and August, Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm · JFS Seattle
Positive Discipline -- Parenting with Confidence
Positive discipline is an approach and a set of strategies that are time-tested and build parent confidence and a smoother family life! Positive discipline guides children in a context of mutual respect, using methods that are firm and kind, and come from common sense and research. Facilitated by Sarina Behar Natkin, LICSW, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, Parent Coach and co-founder of GROW Parenting. Best for parents with children 2-12 years old.
- Parents are welcome to attend one, some or all of the series.
- July 17: Positive Discipline: Parenting with Confidence
- July 24: Routines Reduce Conflict: Using Them Effectively
- July 31: Reducing Power Struggles with Positive Discipline
- August 7: Family Meetings: Finding Solutions Together
Advance payment for the series secures one free session! $15 per session. Financial assistance is available. Advance registration required. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
July 22 & August 19
Join Project DVORA for yoga, meditation and discussion. Rooted in Jewish ritual, these workshops uncover themes of healing and empowerment. Be supported in community as you explore ways to be safely in your body, quiet your mind and open your heart. Location is confidential. FREE. No prior yoga experience needed. Space is limited. For more info or to register, contact Project DVORA, (206) 861-3186 or jackiesmith@jfsseattle.org.
--B'ztelem Eloheim
Sunday, July 22 - 10 am - 1 pm. Register by July 17.
--Rosh Chodesh
Sunday, August 19 - 10 am - 1 pm. Register by August 15.
Saturday, July 28 · 10 am · Knatvold Room at University Unitarian Church (6556 35th Ave, NE, Seattle)
Congregation Eitz Or
Shabbat Morning Service
Rabbi Arik Labowitz will lead us in prayer using chanting, song, and traditional Jewish liturgy. We will explore Parsha Devarim. Vegetarian potluck lunch following the service, and plan to stay for this year's class: Torah Study Led by Reb Arik Labowitz - Approaching Tisha B'Av. Eicha - The Book of Lamentations. As we approach the holiday of Tisha B'Av we will take a closer look at the text traditionally read on this holy day, and find within it the spiritual teachings needed to help us plumb the depths of this awe-full day.
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 email contactus@jfsseattle.org.
On Your Mark, Get Set, Help Out with Jews in Sports!
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. 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. LGBTQ Pride Events:
Pride Fest, Sunday, June 24. Sunday, July 15 · 1 - 3 pm / Exhibits 12 - 4 pm · McCaw Hall, Seattle CenterPerspectives: How Faith-Based and Secular Health Organizations Partner for Better Global Health
Featuring William H. Gates Sr. (co-chair, Bill & Melinda Gates Fndtn), Rich Stearns (President, World Vision US), Caryl Stern (CEO, US Fund for UNICEF), Abed Ayoub (CEO, Islamic Relief USA) and everyday heroes working in global health. Faith-based and secular organizations work to provide access to better health for people around the world. But it's not easy. How do organizations reconcile their differences in order to work together to effectively serve the people most in need? Join us for an honest conversation about the realities and challenges of partnership for faith-based and secular organizations. Successes and failures will be highlighted as we learn from those working on the ground, in faith-based and secular organizations. This event is organized by Global Health Nexus, an initiative of the Washington Global Health Alliance and a volunteer committee of leaders from faith-based and secular organizations. An official event of the "Next Fifty" at Seattle Center. Free admission. RSVP here. View video.  August 3-9 · SIFF Cinema"An extraordinary work of both cinematic and political activism, 5 Broken Cameras is a deeply personal, first-hand account of non-violent resistance in Bil'in, a West Bank village threatened by encroaching Israeli settlements. Shot almost entirely by Palestinian farmer Emad Burnat, who bought his first camera in 2005 to record the birth of his youngest son, the footage was later given to Israeli co-director Guy Davidi to edit. Structured around the violent destruction of each one of Burnat's cameras, the filmmakers' collaboration follows one family's evolution over five years of village turmoil. Burnat watches from behind the lens as olive trees are bulldozed, protests intensify, and lives are lost. 'I feel like the camera protects me,' he says, 'but it's an illusion.'" View trailer.  Now thru January 6, 2013 · Pacific Science CenterHe coulda won a Grammy...
The exhibition features more than 100 objects from King Tut's tomb and from ancient sites representing important rulers throughout 2,000 years of ancient Egyptian history. More than twice the number of artifacts than in the original Tut exhibit that toured in the 1970s. On display for the last time in North America! Steve Martin performs King Tut here!
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