LET'S HAVE THE CONVERSATION!

Most of us would prefer not to open the topic. It is a difficult subject to broach with elderly parents. Our children often deny that there will ever be a need.

But deep in our hearts we know that it is a necessary to think about our wishes for medical care if we or a loved one become gravely ill BEFORE there is a crisis.

To help us with the difficult task, our congregation -- with some guidance from our Rabbi Emeritus, Herman Blumberg, - is offerings a series of two interactive workshops:

STARTING THE CONVERSATION

Thursday, March 19, 7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by the Adult Learning Committee

Designed for all who want to begin or further their thinking about choices to be made if gravely ill - for themselves, for spouse or partner, for elderly parents.

Click here for more information 

Sunday, March 29, 7:30 p.m.

For those among us wanting to provide guidance to our family regarding the hardest life and death decisions.  

Rabbi Blumberg will be pleased to tell you more about these workshops and their relevance for you: hermanblumberg@gmail.com

Wednesday Evenings from 7:30-9 p.m.

March 18, 25; April 1, 8, 29

Ever wondered about mind-body spirituality?

Do you feel that physical movement in Jewish life begins and ends with the hora?

Do you wish you could find the gratification in prayer that you do in a good workout?

Then join us for Shira Yoga, blending the practices of Yoga, Jewish prayer and Hebrew chant. Shira Yoga integrates movement, Jewish texts and intricate global Jewish music. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful, sustained culture of Jews from North Africa, the Middle East, India, and beyond, this class will provide a flexible space for yogis of all levels to explore the richness of Jewish creativity and spirituality through the body.

The class will be taught by Cantor Hollis Schachner, Holly Friedman Glick LICSW, RYT and American-Israeli ethnomusicologist Eva Heinstein.

GOOD NIGHT, SLEEP TIGHT TZEDAKAH PROJECT

Please join our preschool families in their annual Good Night, Sleep Tight tzedakah project, which will take place between March 15-March 22.

Give a warm, cozy night's sleep to a child in need by donating new or like-new kids' pajamas, bedding, and toiletries (wipes, diaper rash cream, etc.). 

All items will be donated to The Grow Clinic for Children at Boston Medical Center, which provides comprehensive specialty medical, nutritional, developmental and social services and dietary assistance to children from the Greater Boston area referred with Failure To Thrive (FTT) by their primary care physician. In addition to providing clinical services, the Grow Clinic advocates for policies that decrease the number of children in need. The Grow Clinic is part of BMC's Department of Pediatrics.

For more information, please contact Amanda Glynn at amanda.s.glynn@gmail.com or Kristina Wiesman at kcwiesman@gmail.com.  

Sunday, March 22, 9 a.m. - Noon

Dr. Donald Bachman, Radiologist, Metrowest Medical Center presents: What Families Need To Know About Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common malignancy affecting women and has and will occur in many families in our community. A panel discussion will explore what we currently know and hope to discover and a subsequent panel will address the critical areas of psychological and social support for patients and their families.

Also participating in the discussion, moderated by Dr. Bachman, will be Dr. Timothy Ernst, Medical Oncologist, Charles River Medical Associates; Dr. Jami Rubens, Diagnostic Radiologist, Newton Wellesley Hospital; Dr. Gayle Tillman, Radiation Oncologist, Newton Wellesley Hospital; Dr. Rita Sadowski, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Metrowest and Newton Wellesley Hospitals.

Please Help Collect Matzah and Macaroons for JF&CS Family Table

Sunday, April 12, 2015, 9:00 a.m.

The Adult Learning Committee Presents:

Prof. Andrea Berlin, James R. Wiseman Chair in Classical Archeology, Boston University

Revolt! Why the Jews Took on Rome.

What is the real story behind the animosities that eventually led to the catastrophe of the Jewish Revolt against Rome? Why would a small population without military capabilities or political allies dare to challenge a ruling power of such might? New archaeological evidence reveals a growing cultural divide beginning about two generations before the Revolt broke out, and sheds new light on the prehistory of this explosive event.

Join us for this spellbinding piece of history, from an expert in the field.

Please contact Marcus Cohn, Chair with any questions at mecpc1@gmail.com".

Saturday May 9, 8:00 p.m.

The Temple Shir Tikva Choir in Concert presents:  "Spirituals on Broadway"

From "Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat" and "Blow, Gabriel, Blow" to "Seasons of Love" and "Sabbath Prayer", our incredible choir will be performing top Broadway hits and hidden gems.  Join us in raising our Sanctuary roof with musical theater's greatest spiritual songs of love, hope and praise!

Click here to purchase tickets 

• David Dodson and Wendy Jacobs,  on their marriage
• Devora and Stephanie Rohr, on the birth of their daughter, Yona Aliza Rohr
• Marty and Carol Shulman, on the birth of their grandson, Conner James Shulman, son of Matthew and Stephanie Shulman

• Susan Altman,  on the death of her sister, Stacy Malman Feldman
• Lucy Dube,  on the death of her brother-in-law, Donald Holm
• Peter Hill,  on the death of his father, Richard Hill
• Jonathan Mishara,  on the death of his mother, Gertrude Mishara

Wednesday, March 25, 7-9 p.m.

Weston Library Community Room, 87 School Street, Weston

Weston-Wayland Interfaith Action Group presents the 2015 Peg Kerwin lecture featuring:

Alain Lempereur, Slifka Professor and Director of the Coexistence and Conflict Program at The Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University. He will speaking on "Training Peacemakers in our Fractious World"

For more information contact Polly Dickson at pollydickson@earthjlink.net 

College Scholarship Funds Available for Greater Boston Residents

BOSTON, MA, February 27, 2015- The Combined Jewish Philanthropies Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications for financial aid for the 2015-2016 academic year. The Committee awards financial assistance to financially needy undergraduate students whose permanent address is in a CJP service community.

Aid is in the form of a grant or an interest-free loan. The average award is $3000.Awards are based on documented financial need.

The deadline for applications is April 30, 2015 for upperclassmen and May 15, 2015 for Fall 2014 freshman.

For more information concerning eligibility requirements or for an application, please go CJP Scholarship Fund page or call (617) 399-3101 or email scholarship@jvs-boston.org

March 29, 12 - 4 p.m., Wayland Middle School 

Join Jeff's Place for a 3v3 Basketball Tournament and help spread awareness of our mission and services. Teams that raise $99* by March 13 will be entered to compete. Cost includes a T-Shirt!

*financial assistance available upon request

TOP TEAM DONOR GETS 4 TICKETS TO RED SOX BEHIND HOME PLATE!

SIGN UP ONLINE: www.goo.gl/RMM5k3

Questions: Email alex@jeffsplacemetrowest.org Or call (508) 879-2800)