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January 4, 2013 / 22 Tevet 5773
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NEWS & NOTES
Federation's weekly e-news to keep you informed, inspired and connected to Jewish life in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley.

Message from the President and Chief Executive Officer...
 

On behalf of the Jewish Federation of Delaware we would like to express sincere thanks and appreciation for helping us achieve our fundraising goal for the 2012 Annual Campaign.

 

Without your gift to the Annual Campaign, we would not be able to support our allocation commitments to our beneficiary agencies, international partners and the thousands of individuals with critical needs that we assist every day, both locally and around the world.

 

Thank you for your dedication, passion and support. Your contributions in all aspects of our community are valued and appreciated:  your volunteer time and efforts, participation in programs and events, and sharing your wisdom and expertise.  We have built a solid foundation for this community - and your gift helps us ensure that it stays vibrant and strong for future generations.

 

We thank the Delaware Jewish community for its support and look forward to all that we can accomplish together in the coming year.

                                                              

With the strength of a people and the power of community, we are Improving Our World...TOGETHER.

Shabbat Shalom

Robin Kauffman Saran/President    
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Seth J. Katzen/CEO 
Jewish VOICE 
January 2013 Issue 

 

 
The January 2013 issue of the Jewish VOICE was mailed earlier this week and should be arriving in your mail boxes.

 

All donors to the Annual Campaign receive the Jewish VOICE. Subscriptions are $36 and may be purchased online at ShalomDelaware.org.  

 

You can also view a digital edition on the Federation website - Click here.  

 

The Jewish VOICE is the only state-wide Jewish newspaper and recipient of a 2012 Simon Rockower award for excellence in overall graphic design. 

 

Federation SHABBAT
Friday, January 11
PJ Library Program - 5:45PM
Dinner - 6:30PM
Service - 8:00PM 
Congregation Beth Emeth

We are grateful to have the ongoing support of Delaware's rabbis, cantors, agency executives and lay professionals, who get together every year to celebrate Federation Shabbat as one unified Jewish community. 

  

This year's Federation Shabbat will take place on Friday, January 11, 2013 at Congregation Beth Emeth. New this year, a PJ Library program will begin at 5:45 p.m. followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. with services beginning after dinner at 8:00 p.m.

 

Fee for dinner: $20 per adult and children 13+, $10 per child ages 4-12, $55 maximum per family.

 

To make dinner reservations, send check payable to Congregation Beth Emeth, 300 W Lea Blvd., Wilmington, DE 19802. RSVPs with payment MUST be received by January 4, 2013. Please note that late registrations or walk-ins will NOT be accepted.

 

For questions, please call the Congregation Beth Emeth office at (302) 764-2393.

 

Join us and share the ruach of our vibrant community with family and friends!     

 

 

SUPER SUNDAY 
Sunday, January 27
9:00AM - 1:00PM

   

Join us on Sunday, January 27th at the Siegel JCC from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for SUPER SUNDAY - One day to come together. One day to touch the world.

Community volunteers will be making phone calls to raise the funds so urgently needed to help our Delaware Jewish community survive and thrive. We will also be helping our fellow Jews throughout the world by working with our international partners.

 

Pam Appelbaum and Wendy Shlossman, SUPER SUNDAY Co-Chairs, said "We look forward to the energy and enthusiasm that each and every one of us will bring while reaching out to help our fellow Jews in our own community, in Israel and throughout the world."

 

Come together and join us as a volunteer for SUPER SUNDAY.  

Register online or call 302/427-2100.   

 

 

Learn more about Federation...
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Jewish VOICE
January 2013
The January issue is now available. Click image above to view a digital edition.

Community Report
2011/2012
Learn more about Federation and how we are Improving Our World...TOGETHER.


SHALOM Delaware
2012/2013
The Jewish Community Guide to Life in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley


Jewish Federation of Delaware is a wise steward of your philanthropic dollar...

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Other Upcoming Events In Our Community...



Mega Challah Bake
Organized by almost all of the Jewish organizations in Delaware!  
Sunday, January 13, 2013
2:00-4:30PM
Siegel JCC

Whether you have baked Challah before or this will be your first try, this experience is unforgettable, as women from across the Delaware Jewish Community come together for this MEGA mitzvah opportunity. Women of all ages, girls 8-12 with adult supervision, will come and enjoy refreshments, a terrific raffle, and an amazing program.

This year will have a few "new twists" for those who have come before, that we're sure will be enjoyed!


Open to the community.

Please contact Rochel Flikshtein at 302/529-9900 ext. 4 or Rochel@ChabadDe.com

www.ChabadDE.com/MegaChallahBake

Second Annual
Game & Derby Night
Organized by Congregation Beth Emeth, Congregation Beth Shalom and
Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth
Sunday, January 19, 2013
7:00-10:00PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

Fun filled night! Bring your friends and your own favorite games. We will also be featuring Horse Racing with play money to trade for Chinese Auction tickets and great prizes.

A light supper is included in the admission of $10 by January 14th or $12 at the door.

Contact any of the synagogues to make an advance payment and reservation.

AKSE: 302/762-2705
CBE: 302/764-2393
CBS: 302/654-4462