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BULLETIN
July 26, 2012 / 7 Av 5772
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Destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem, by Francesco Hayez
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Tisha B'Av
Reading recommended by Kadima B'nei Mitzvah teacher Rainer Waldman Adkins, Torah Commentary: I. Devarim II. The Ninth of Av, from Tikkun Daily, an "[i]nteresting, dense and humane commentary on Tisha B'Av and its relevance, written by one from a traditional yeshiva background."
Services
Congregation Eitz Or Shabbat Morning Service
Saturday, July 28, 10 am
Knatvold Room at University Unitarian (6556 35th Ave NE, Seattle)Rabbi Arik Labowitz will lead the congregation in prayer using chanting, song, and traditional Jewish liturgy. There will be an exploration of Parsha Devarim. Vegetarian potluck lunch following the service, and plan to stay for Torah Study led by Reb Arik Labowitz: Approaching Tisha B'Av. Eicha - The Book of Lamentations. As Tisha B'Av approaches, 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.
Erev Tisha B'Av Service
Saturday, July 28, 10 - 11 pm
Congregation Beth Shalom (6800 35th Ave. NE, Seattle)
Maariv Service and reading from the book of Aicha, Lamentations. Free. Information: carolbenedick@bethshalomseattle.org or (206) 524-0075. Tisha B'Av Service
Sunday, July 29, 9:30 - 10:30 am
Congregation Beth Shalom (6800 35th Ave. NE, Seattle)Morning minyan at 9:30 am with special Torah and Haftarah reading. Later there will be a mincha (afternoon) service, including wearing of tallis and tefillin, and maariv (evening) service, havdallah and a small break fast together. Information: carolbenedick@bethshalomseattle.org or (206) 524-0075. |
Book reading, discussion & meet the author:
Ezra Berkley Nepon,
JUSTICE, JUSTICE SHALL YOU PURSUE: A HISTORY OF NEW JEWISH AGENDA
At Vera Project (on the corner of Warren & Republican Ave. North, next to Key Arena in Seattle Center) Map
Monday, July 30, 7:00 pm
Ezra Nepon will read from and lead a discussion about his new book on New Jewish Agenda. Kadima played a very important role in New Jewish Agenda, including being a founding organization and providing many national leaders. NJA laid important groundwork for much of what has transpired since in progressive Jewish thought, community and activism.
Some Kadima 'old timers' may be interested in this event, and 'newbies' might want the opportunity to learn whence the Kadima community came originally, in a national and historical sense.
Anyone who was involved in some way and/or had contact with national NJA or was a leader in Kadima in the 1980s, and would like to meet with author Ezra Berkley Nepon on July 31, can contact Rainer Waldman Adkins at rainer@onemain.com or (206) 437-8392. Come learn, kvell, and keep the energy flowing toward building a better world.
About the reading: Learn about the roots of today's Jewish activism: the strategic experiments, challenges, and successes of New Jewish Agenda -- and discuss how this history can inform activist work today. The history is not only relevant to those within Jewish communities, but to all who work for justice and think about how movements build, evolve, and transform our world.
About New Jewish Agenda: NJA was a national organization throughout the 1980's that practiced participatory grassroots democracy with over 45 local chapters and 5,000 members. NJA's slogan was "a Jewish voice among progressives and a progressive voice among Jews." They organized a progressive Jewish voice for every political issue of their decade: working for peace and justice in the Middle East and Central America, Worldwide Nuclear Disarmament, Economic and Social Justice in the US. And they had a powerful Jewish Feminist Taskforce that included work on LGBT issues and the emergence of the AIDS pandemic. New Jewish Agenda took radical stances on the rights of Palestinians and the rights of Queer Jews. Activists from a wide range of religious and secular communities coalesced, building power and analysis that continue to illuminate our movements today.
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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 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 (206) 547-3914. Pre-Kindergarten Program For children 4-5 years old. Developing Jewish identity and kindergarten readiness skills. The Pre-K program will serve as an introduction to Jewish songs, stories, traditions, and progressive Jewish values. The class meets Sundays, twice monthly, 10 to noon at Kadima House. View Pre-K flyer. Contact Sharron Lerner for more information. |
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, August 26, 1 - 5 pm
Seattle Jewish Chorale is seeking experienced choral singers for the 2012-2013 season (September-June). All voice parts needed. Time commitment includes weekly rehearsals on Wednesday nights in NE Seattle, home work learning music, and 6-8 performances during the season (including some travel outside the Seattle area). Opportunities available for small ensemble and solo work within the larger group. Must have reading skills (i.e., be able to learn repertoire independently). Sight-reading ability preferred; familiarity with Jewish languages a plus. Auditions will be held at the rehearsal location in NE Seattle. For more info, visit
Seattle Jewish Chorale is a non-discriminatory organization that welcomes qualified singers of all backgrounds, beliefs and orientations.
Seattle Jewish Chorale is a 32-member SATB choir, under the direction of Mary Pat Graham. Repertoire includes songs in Hebrew, English, Yiddish and Ladino, and incorporates a wide variety of styles and genres within the Jewish choral tradition: sacred and secular; a cappella and accompanied; classical, jazz, folk, and pop. The Chorale presents major concerts annually (Hanukkah and late spring) and participates in variety of Jewish and interfaith community events, outreach performances, and collaborations with other choirs. Past performance venues include the Seattle Jewish Film Festival, NW Folklife, Seattle City Hall, Holocaust Memorial Day community observance, and Town Hall Seattle.
Don't sing? Volunteers Needed! Volunteers are needed to help with administration, fundraising, marketing & outreach, ushering, box office, and other tasks that enable the Chorale to fulfill its cultural and educational mission. Ongoing and one-time opportunities available. More info: jewishchorale@live.com or www.seattlejewishchorale.org.
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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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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.
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KADIMA CALENDAR
First Kadima Sunday of 2012-2013!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
If an event title is underlined you can click on the title to open a link to more information. July & 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 31: Reducing Power Struggles with Positive Discipline
- August 7: Family Meetings: Finding Solutions Together
$15 per session. Financial assistance is available. Advance registration required. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Tuesday, August 14 · 7 - 8:30 pm · Jewish Family Service (1601 16th Ave, Seattle) What does the Bible say about same sex marriages? What legal rights might LGBTQ couples gain after saying their vows? What are some of the emotional benefits (and challenges) of gay marriage? Get the scoop from Rabbi Aaron Meyer, attorney Shelly Crocker and therapist Larry Nicholas while enjoying delicious Kosher ice cream! $7/person, $10/couple; financial assistance available. RSVP by August 7: Leonid Orlov at (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
August 19 · 10 am - 1 pm Join Project DVORA for yoga, meditation and discussion. Rooted in Jewish ritual, this workshop uncovers 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. Register by Wednesday, August 15.
Endless Opportunities: A community-wide program of educational, social, recreational and volunteer opportunities for adults age 60+. Open to the public.
Thursday, August 23 · 10:30 - noon · Temple De Hirsch Sinai (1441 16th Ave, Seattle)
Election Primer: The Initiative & Referendum Process
Katie Blinn, Co-Director of Elections, Office of the Secretary of State, will give us an overview of how elections are conducted in Washington State and what sets us apart from other states. She will discuss the four different ballot measures: initiatives to the Legislature, initiatives to the people, referendum measures and constitutional amendments. Katie will also describe how ballot measures qualify for the ballot. RSVP to Ellen Hendlin by Thursday, August 16: (206) 861-3183 or endlessopps@jfsseattle.org.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, August 26 · 1 - 5 pm Seattle Jewish Chorale is seeking experienced choral singers for the 2012-2013 season (September-June). All voice parts needed. Time commitment includes weekly rehearsals on Wednesday nights in NE Seattle, home work learning music, and 6-8 performances during the season (including some travel outside the Seattle area). Opportunities available for small ensemble and solo work within the larger group. Must have reading skills (i.e., be able to learn repertoire independently). Sight-reading ability preferred; familiarity with Jewish languages a plus. Auditions will be held at the rehearsal location in NE Seattle. For more info, visit www.seattlejewishchorale.org. To schedule an audition, contact Audition Coordinator Naomi Smith: adele26@gmail.com. Seattle Jewish Chorale is a non-discriminatory organization that welcomes qualified singers of all backgrounds, beliefs and orientations. Seattle Jewish Chorale is a 32-member SATB choir, under the direction of Mary Pat Graham. Repertoire includes songs in Hebrew, English, Yiddish and Ladino, and incorporates a wide variety of styles and genres within the Jewish choral tradition: sacred and secular; a cappella and accompanied; classical, jazz, folk, and pop. The Chorale presents major concerts annually (Hanukkah and late spring) and participates in variety of Jewish and interfaith community events, outreach performances, and collaborations with other choirs. Past performance venues include the Seattle Jewish Film Festival, NW Folklife, Seattle City Hall, Holocaust Memorial Day community observance, and Town Hall Seattle. Don't sing? Volunteers Needed! Volunteers are needed to help with administration, fundraising, marketing & outreach, ushering, box office, and other tasks that enable the Chorale to fulfill its cultural and educational mission. Ongoing and one-time opportunities available. More info: jewishchorale@live.com or www.seattlejewishchorale.org.
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Wednesday, August 29 · 5 - 6:30 pm · Columbia City Farmer's Market (3698 So Edmunds St, Seattle)
The Northwest Network and Jewish Family Service team up to give you a preview of the monthly Queer Parent Networking Dinners
Stop by Columbia City Farmer's Market and meet other families for a taste of the networking dinners that run during the school year. Special appearance by Director of JFS Family Life Education Marjorie Schnyder, LICSW, who will share information about parenting tools and available resources. FREE. Light vegetarian snacks will be served. RSVP: Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org.
Endless Opportunities: A community-wide program of educational, social, recreational and volunteer opportunities for adults age 60+. Open to the public.
Thursday, August 30 · 10:30 - noon · Temple De Hirsch Sinai Foyer (1441 16th Ave, Seattle)
The Body, the Soul & the Afterlife
Rabbi Mark Spiro, Executive Director of Living Judaism, will discuss the Jewish perspective on death and dying and what it teaches us about living. He will shed light on things philosophical, mystical and practical. Gain a deeper understanding of our traditions and practices, as well as a deepening appreciation for living life well. RSVP to Ellen Hendin by Wednesday, August 22: (206) 661-3183 or endlessopps@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. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "And summer's lease hath all too short a date . . . ." Now thru August 12 --Winter's Tale --Twelfth Night All over the place! Volunteer Park, Mercer Island, Edmonds, Angle Lake, Pine Lake, etc. Schedules here. Now thru August 18 GreenStage Theatre FREE Shakespeare in the Parks --The Taming of the Shrew --Henry VIII Also all over the place! Judkins Park, Woodland Park, Lincoln Park, Camp Long, Burien, Lynnwood, Fall City, etc. Schedules here. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now thru August 26Intiman Theatre Festival
--Romeo and Juliet --Hedda Gaber --Miracle! (created and directed by Dan Savage) --Dirty Story See showtimes and purchase tickets here. Kadima thanks Intiman for donating performances tickets to our past auctions. 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. Wednesday, August 15 · 7 pm · Temple B'nai Torah, BellevuePanel discussion on Marriage Equality from a religious perspective featuring Conservative Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum, Pastor Tim Phillips of Seattle First Baptist Church, Jeff Siddiqui (a local businessman and devout Mulsim), and Kathy Morefield of Catholics for Marriage Equality. Thursday, August 16 · 7:45 pm · Old Redmond Schoolhouse (16600 NE 80th St, Redmond)Acacia Foundation Iftar Dinner
The Acacia Foundation invites its neighbors for dinner. Breaking bread together allows us to understand each other and sets a great example for our children to follow to make our future communities a better place to live in. The Acacia Iftar Dinner tradition has deepened the relationship amongst members of all faiths and none in our communities; we are hopeful that it will continue to serve as a bridge builder among those who are coming from diverse backgrounds. RSVP to rsvp@acaciafoundation.org with the number of people planning to attend with you. Now thru September 1 · Washington State History Museum (1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma)Whether you call it orca or killer whale, this charismatic and complex animal is an icon of Pacific Northwest waterways, where it can be found from Alaska to California. The exhibit focuses on orca populations that inhabit the Greater Puget Sound region and the contiguous international waters shared by Washington and British Columbia. Now thru September 30Fridays 12:45 pm, 3:30 pmSaturdays, Sundays 10 am, 12:45 pm, 3:30 pmRide a vintage steam train through the foothills of Mt. Rainier to the shores of pretty Mineral Lake and back. The trip is about two hours, with a 15-minute stop at the lake. Passengers go directly back or stay to eat a picnic lunch there and explore the trails and take a later train. Depart from Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad's Elbe Depot. $16-$24; under age 4 free. (Thank you, Parent Map calendar.)  |
A "Hooverville" painting by Ronald Debs Ginther. These communities arose in many cities during the Great Depression, built by unemployed and displaced people. WSHS Collections, 1967.137.29.
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Now thru November 4 · Washington State History Museum (1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma)The 1929 Wall Street collapse plunged Americans into a period of great uncertainty as unemployment skyrocketed, banks failed, and housing foreclosures hit record highs. President Herbert Hoover put it succinctly: "About the time we think we can make ends meet, somebody moves the ends." Hope in Hard Times shares how ordinary people worked for change in their communities, pulling together to find ways to deal with the crisis. A billy club used during the 1934 "Battle of Smith Cove," WPA artifacts, and everyday items are among some of the objects showcased in this exhibition. The paintings and sketches of Ronald Debs Ginther, also featured in the exhibition, comprise one of the most complete visual records of the Great Depression. 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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