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August 19, 2011 / 19 Av 5771
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DID YOU KNOW?
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John Elzufon, JCRC Chair
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| The Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) interacts with the community at large. JCRC works with government leaders and the media as an advocate for Israel and also brings speakers on Israel and issues of importance to the Jewish Community. It also participates in programs and coalitions to enhance good relations among different religious and cultural groups.
The JCRC is the public arm of the Jewish Federation of Delaware.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Holocaust Exhibit:
Fighting the Fires of Hate Now through August 31st Wilmington Library YLD Apples & Honey Sun., September 11th
2:00-4:00 PM
Linvilla Orchards JFS Reel Talk Event Wed., September 14th 5:30-8:30 PM World Cafe Live at the Queen
Kugelmania
Sun., September 18th
12:30-4:00 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
Jewish Speakers Forum featuring Dr. David RabeeyaSun., September 18th 3:00PM Siegel JCC Major Gifts Event Mon., September 19th
6:30-9:00 PM Home of Marcia & Mort Kimmel |
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AROUND TOWN
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Ann Jaffe
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Mrs. Ann Jaffe, a Holocaust survivor and Educator, will discuss her special life experiences at Saint Francis Hospital on August 31st.
The presentation begins at 1:30 p.m. in Saint Francis Hospital's Auditorium, 7th Clayton Street in Wilmington.
To RSVP or for more information contact Melvin Butler at (302) 234-5420 or via email at mbutler@che-east.org.
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AND AROUND
THE WORLD
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"On behalf of the North American Jewish community, the Jewish Federations condemn the vicious attacks in southern Israel and mourn the loss of life," said Jerry Silverman, JFNA's President & CEO. "Violence against the innocent will never result in the peace we all seek." | |
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Greetings!
Thank you for the amazing support and feedback relative to the launch of SHALOM Delaware. Based on the immediate response, this effort has created quite a buzz in the community!
Another initiative that will also generate a buzz is the launch of The PJ Library in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley. Our community will join more than 70,000 families in 135 communities throughout North America who are able to explore the timeless core values of Judaism through the literature and music of these free children's books and CD's.
In addition, we welcome our new Israel Fellow to our community who will be connecting us to our spiritual homeland. A community welcome event is currently in development. We will confirm details of this event in an upcoming issue of J-VOICE.
On a sad note, our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of the victims of Thursday's terrorist attacks near Eilat.
Shabbat Shalom.
Seth J. Katzen
Chief Executive Officer
P.S. - If you haven't already done so, please support the 2011 Annual Campaign so we can continue Improving Our World...TOGETHER. Click Here to make a secure online donation through the Federation website.
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Jewish Federation of Delaware
Proudly Launches
The much anticipated arrival of The PJ Library to our community is now here! Children ages six months to 5.5 years living in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley are now eligible to enroll and receive free Jewish books and music each month.
The PJ Library mails free, high-quality Jewish children's books and music to families across the continent on a monthly basis. Today, more than 70,000 families in more than 135 communities in the United States and Canada are able to explore the timeless core values of Judaism through the literature and music of these free children's books and CD's. Click here to learn more about the PJ Library and enroll today! The PJ Library in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley is generously funded by Friends of the PJ Library through the Jewish Federation of Delaware.
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Federation and UD Hillel Welcome
New Israel Fellow to Delaware
Onn Halfon, Israel Fellow for the Jewish Federation of Delaware and the Kristol Center for Jewish Life at the University of Delaware/Hillel, began his one year position earlier this month.
"Having Onn in Delaware assists us in building a living bridge between our community and Israel," stated Robin Karol-Eng, Israel & Overseas Chair. "He will be working with our agencies, synagogues and assisting in the coordination of community-wide events and programs."
"We are truly excited to have Onn Halfon with us at the Kristol Center as our first Israel Fellow," stated Marty Wagner, Hillel President. "His presence at the University of Delaware should help to promote a stronger connection between our Jewish students and the State of Israel as well as provide an accurate source of information about Israel to the entire university community."
Please look for a full article about Onn and the Israel Fellow position in the September issue of the Jewish VOICE.
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Join Us In Denver This November
For The General Assembly 
Online registration is now officially open for the 2011 General Assembly (GA) of The Jewish Federations of North America. This year's conference will take place Nov. 6-8 in Denver, and is expected to draw thousands of Jews from North America and around the world. The Jewish Federations of North America's General Assembly is the premier North American Jewish conference; it inspires and engages current and emerging Jewish leaders, tackles the critical issues of the day and showcases the best of the Federation movement.
This year's GA, which represents the 80th anniversary of the event, revolves around the theme, "The Original Jewish Social Network." Our local delegation from Jewish Federation of Delaware will be chaired this year by Alisa Dadone-Weiner.
Mark November 6-8, 2011 on your calendar today, and
click here to contact Wendy Berger or call (302) 427-2100 for more information.
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SHALOM Delaware is here!
Want to hear what's going on in the Delaware Jewish community?
SHALOM Delaware is a wonderful resource for all things Jewish in Delaware - plus it offers an extensive directory of attractions and services available across Delaware and the Brandywine Valley.
You can also view an online edition on Federation's website or by clicking here. |
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Thanks to our local agencies and our National and International partners, the Annual Campaign is able to provide critical social services and programs in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley, in Israel and around the world. 
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The mission of the Jewish Federation of Delaware is to mobilize the Jewish community to address issues, meet needs and build an agenda for the future.
Our vision is to bring people together into a community coalition, grounded in Jewish teachings and heritage, to strengthen the State of Israel, the global Jewish family and local organizations in order to further the survival of the Jewish people.
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