BULLETIN

February 21, 2013  /  11 Adar 5773

Happy Purim!  

 


CONTENTS: Click on any item to go to it. FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS, DO SCROLL DOWN PAST THE KADIMA NEWS.
Kadima Purim program, Sunday, February 24th
Reserve your gala tickets! -- Deadline extended
Bulletin Board: SJAWA legislation Judiciary Committee hearing; Jewish Disability Awareness Month; Jewish Camp scholarships; Writing/art/digital media contest for 5th-12th graders
Sundays & Mondays schedules
Social Justice Group: How to participate and programs schedule
Snow and ice procedures
Judaic Studies, Hebrew Classes, and B'nei Mitzvah preparation program -- enrollment remains open
Give a gift to Kadima
Kadima Calendar
Shop on line!


Purim

February 24th -- PURIM!

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Purim Celebration for Students and Parents - Dress in Costume! 

 

Students and families will pack Purim Mishloach Manot for JFS clients 

 

Songs * Purim Shpiel * Graggers * Masks * Crowns * Tiaras * Hamantashen * FUN! 

 

 



Kasbah 2

MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY!

Sunday, March 3, 5 to 9 pm
Kadima's Annual Gala Fundraiser
Dinner-Auction-Talent Show

Kasbah Authentic Moroccan Restaurant
on Crown Hill in Ballard

 

FUN AND GOOD FOOD FOR A GOOD CAUSE!  

 

The Deadline to Purchase tickets has been extended to February 22nd.

 Adults $40 (13 and older), children $20 (12 and younger), children 4 and under no charge. This is a fundraiser; be a mensch and purchase your ticket at a mensch's price of $60! Order tickets: (206) 547-3914 or [email protected]


Here is a sampling of the array of exciting auction items to bid on:
Pool party ~ Theatre tickets ~ Art ~ Pie ~ Rock Climbing ~ Beautiful mezuzah made in Brazil by a friend of the Women's Torah Project ~ Concert tickets ~ Tour of the Night Sky ~ Parties ~ Wine ~ Music ~ Restaurants ~ Professional sewing ~ Jewelry ~ Day on the Farm ~ Comedy clubs passes ~ Mariners tickets ~ and much more!

 

Have something to donate to the silent auction? Download and fill out a procurement form and email it to Kathy Gallagher, or email her a description of your donation. It would be great to have all silent-auction items submitted by Wednesday, February 27th.

If you have questions about anything auction-related, please contact Sharron Lerner or Kathy Gallagher.  

 

 



BULLETIN BOARD

 


SJAWA

As a follow up on our last Social Justice Group presentation, a message from Brynn Smith from Safe & Just Alternatives Washington  to the Kadima Community:

"We've recently received news that our death penalty repeal legislation will have a hearing in the House Judiciary Committee in March. We're really trying to pack the room and indicate to legislators that this isn't just a fringe movement.

"Join us on March 6 at a House Judiciary Committee hearing on House Bill 1504, a bill to eliminate the death penalty and replace it with lifetime incarceration without parole. Immediately following the hearing, advocates of the bill will host a press conference. The events provide opportunities to educate legislators and the public about the many reasons to end the death penalty, and to continue building momentum for change."

House Judiciary Committee
Wednesday, March 6th at 8:00 am
O'Brien Building, Hearing Room A
Washington State Capitol

Questions? Email [email protected].  
________________________________________________

February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month

The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle asks that you join in reflecting on our community's commitment to meeting the needs of every individual in our midst. Visit the Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month page on the JFGS website to learn more.

________________________________________________ 
     
Find Your Jewish Camp!

The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, in partnership with the Foundation for Jewish Camp, is pleased to offer One Happy Camper -- camper incentive grants for Washington State residents attending Jewish overnight camp for the first time. Application deadline is March 1st. 

 

_____________________________________________________________  

  

Washington State Holocaust Education Resource Center Writing/Art/Digital Media Contest 2013 

  

Entries accepted now through April 19. Open to students in grades 5-12 in WA, OR, ID and AK. Click here for contest theme and guidelines.

________________________________________________

Aimee's seder plate
Rebirth and Rejoice seder plateby Aimee Golant, Metal Artist
 
More info and place an order here. Aimee created the crowns for Kadima's Women's Torah.
 



 
Kadima Sundays & Mondays

Sundays (10 am to noon)
February 24 - PURIM CELEBRATION!
March 10 & 24

Mondays
February 25
March 4, 11 & 18 
Hebrew 1: 4:30-5:30
Hebrew 2: 5:30-6:30
Hebrew 4: 5:45-6:45
B'nei Mitzvah 7:00-8:00



 
Kadima Social Justice Group!

If you are interested in joining the Social Justice Group's listserv please contact Sima Kahn via [email protected]. The listserv will keep people apprised of opportunities for engagement in various areas in which the Social Justice Group is interested.

Mark your calendar for these upcoming events hosted by Kadima's Social Justice Group:

March 10 @ 10:30 am
David Loud, Kadimanik extraordinaire, will talk with us about the current and future state of HEALTH CARE in this country!

March 24th @ 10:30 am
Jonathan Rosenblum, Kadima School dad and longtime Seattle labor organizer, discusses his work and the current urgencies in the movement.







Baby, it's cold outside!





Snow Procedure for Sunday Mornings
Snow, ice, or inclement weather closure for Sundays:  
If you would not drive on the roads, you can bet that school is closed and programs are canceled. Safety is first.
In the event of a Sunday morning closure, Kathy will put a message on the Kadima answering machine, (206) 547-3914, and on the website.

Kadima Monday Hebrew and B'nei Mitzvah Classes Snow/Ice Procedure

In the event of snow or inclement weather this is our Monday procedure:
If it is snowing outside--stay home, stay off the roads.  
Because these are late afternoon and evening classes, if roads are icy or likely to freeze we will not have classes. 




Hebrew school checklist

Pre-K, Judaic Studies, Hebrew, and B'nei Mitzvah program

 

Download an Enrollment and 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 [email protected] 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 or download the Pre-K flyer. Contact Sharron Lerner for more information.

 

 


Seattle's premier 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 to be sewn together in community.

Kadima is a co-founder of the Middle East Peace Camp for Children, which has been held every summer for more than ten years.

Contact Kadima!
(206) 547-3914


Find us on Facebook



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.

Network for Good banner   

 

THANK YOU!

 

KADIMA CALENDAR
 
Purim, Kadima style! 
Sunday, February 24 
10 to noon 
at Kadima House 

Kadima's Annual Gala Dinner-Auction-Talent Show

Sunday, March 3
5-9 pm
at the Kasbah Authentic Moroccan Restaurant

Shabbat morning service & potluck lunch

Saturday, March 9
10 am 
Kadima House 

Kadima Social Justice Group program: David Loud will discuss the current and future state of health care in the U.S.

Sunday, March 10 
10:30 am
at Kadima House
 
Regarding leading, attending, chanting Torah and/or helping with Shabbat services, contact the Kadima office.



SHOP ONLINE --

YOUR PURCHASES GENERATE REVENUE FOR KADIMA


Amazon.com here

iTunes image
iTunes.com here

-- apps and iBooks, too!

 


Starbucks here


Or donate directly to Kadima
via Network for Good:  

Network for Good banner     

(click on icon) 

 




If an event title is underlined you can click on the title to open a link to more information. 

 

 

The Purim edition of Jewish Magazine is now online for your reading enjoyment. 

 

 

Thursday, Feb. 21  �  6 pm  �  SJCC Mercer Island campus
Make Your Own Challah
Instructor Gail Pollack, food lover and SJCC Director of Development, will share her grandmother's much-loved recipe. Learn how to prepare challah dough and braid and form the perfect loaf. Take home a beautiful challah for your own Shabbat celebration. Enjoy time to schmooze and sip wine with old friends and new while the dough rises! Register here.


Sunday, Feb. 24    3 - 5 pm    Congregation Beth Shalom (6800 35th Ave NE, Seattle) 

Shaarei Tikvah: Celebrations for All

A joyful, inclusive and accessible, community-wide celebration with music, activities and a special Purim Spiel. Led by Rabbi Meyer, Rabbi Borodin, Cantor Serkin-Poole and other special guests. Costumes encouraged -- join the parade! Nosh hamentaschen! All ages welcome! FREE. Advance registration encouraged. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or [email protected] 

 


Sunday, Feb. 24  �  7 - 8:30 pm  �  The Community Center at Mercer View (8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island) 

Israeli soldiers will share their personal experiences of serving in the Israel Defense Forces.

 

 

Endless Opportunities: A community-wide program of educational, social, recreational and volunteer opportunities for adults age 60+. Open to the public. 
RSVP due today!  Thursday, Feb. 28  �  10:30 am - Noon  �  Temple B'nai Torah (15727 NE 4th St, Bellevue) 

Shelly Krishnamurty's mission is for people to understand Hinduism. Shelly will share the most important tenets of the Hindu religion including: Who is Brahma? What is Dharma? What are the Vedas? Bring your curiosity and an open mind. Part two will deal with Hindu customs. RSVP to Ellen Hendin by Thursday, February 21, (206) 861-3183 or [email protected].

 

 

Thursday, Feb. 28  �  Noon to 1:30  �  Riddell Williams (1001 4th Ave. #4500, Seattle) 

A CLE Workshop open to the public. Presented by U.C. San Diego Professor of Law Avi Bell, this CLE will examine property law legal issues and the law of sovereignty in the West Bank and the Gaza strip, including the contentious issue of "settlements." $25 covers materials, beverages, and one of four kosher lunches. To select one of four box lunches, register by February 25

 

 

Monday, Feb. 28    6:30 - 9:00 pm    The Wing Luke Museum (719 So King St, Seattle)

Continuing Generations Get Together: Appetizers, Wine & Film

The Holocaust Center is hosting this first, free gathering of Continuing Generations. Children, grandchildren, and family members of Holocaust survivors share a powerful common family heritage and want to meet in a lighthearted, low-key atmosphere to schmooze and break bread. The program will feature an award-winning film, Four Seasons Lodge, about families who have vacationed together for decades in Upstate New York. It�s a poignant, heartwarming, at times hilarious story about survivors creating community and life in the wake of the Holocaust.Wine and appetizers will be served before the film, and a delightful evening for all is anticipated. 

 

 

March 2 to 10 

18th Annual Seattle Jewish Film Festival

Check out their new website

 

 

Sunday, March 3  �  2-5 pm  �  Sephardic Bikur Holim Congregation 

Baking with Chef Eli 

All Jewish Single Parent Families Invited! Jewish single moms, dads and their children: make delicious treats with Chef Eli Varon. We'll have a great time learning together -- this time having fun with Sephardic filo dough recipes. Advance registration by February 25 is required. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or [email protected].  

 

 

Tuesdays, March 5 and 19  �  6:30 - 8:30 pm  �  Jewish Family Service 

Based on the Bringing Baby Home workshop and research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, this class will enhance your relationship with your partner and enrich your family's life together. Learn simple steps scientifically shown to strengthen couple relationships, as well as communication and conflict regulation techniques.  

  • March 5: Creating Healthy Families: Putting Yourself & Your Relationships First
  • March 19: Nurturing Your Relationships: Friendship & Conflict Regulation Skills

$20/person or $35/couple per session. Financial assistance available. Limited amount of baby sitting available by advance registration. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or [email protected].  

 

 

Thursday, March 7    6:30 - 8:30 pm    Central Washington University, Ellensburg 

Holocaust Education Resource Center presents:
Stories from a Survivor: Peter Metzelaar

"My mother and I slept together in a bed that was inside a closet. I remember lying in that bed trembling in fear at times."  In 1942, when Peter was 7, the Nazis seized Peter's entire family except for Peter and his mother. With the help of the Dutch Underground, Peter and his mother survived the war in hiding. Come and hear his incredible story of survival. Free public lecture. RSVP to [email protected].

 

 

Thursday, March 14    5 - 7 pm    Whole Foods Market, Roosevelt Square (1026 NE 64th St, Seattle) 

Passport to Passover 2013

Come learn about Passover foods and traditions on a guided "journey" through the aisles. Get ideas to spice up your seder and meal, and enjoy free tastings of gefilte fish, matzo ball soup and more. Contact  Leonid Orlov at (206) 861-8784 or [email protected]. Free and open to anyone of any age who loves to eat!  

 


Sundays, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm  �  Temple B'nai Torah (15727 NE 4th St, Bellevue) 

Mindfulness -- it's a practice that can improve your family life! Explore how parents can express emotions and beliefs in balanced ways as role models and leaders, helping children develop good values and character. We'll look at both traditional Jewish writings and contemporary research and literature in social work, psychology and more. Facilitated by Rabbi Kinberg and Marjorie Schnyder, LICSW. Best for parents of children up to 12 years old. Come to one, some, or all of the sessions! 

  • March 17: The Middah of Trust
  • April 14: The Middah of Calmness
  • May 19: The Middah of Responsibility

FREE. Advance registration encouraged. A limited amount of babysitting is provided with advance request. Parents and others from all backgrounds welcome! Contact Marjorie Schnyder at (206) 861-3146 or [email protected].  

 

 

Friday, April 19, at 5 pm, through noon on Sunday, April 21    Camp Solomon Schechter (Olympia)  

Third Annual Northwest Women's Retreat

Come join a group of spirited women from throughout the Northwest for a relaxing, fun, and enriching weekend of activities, great food, and Jewish learning. A beautiful venue with a choice of fun and educational events throughout the weekend. Take this time for yourself in the spring to join us at camp, make new friends, have fun, and be inspired! $225 for the weekend (limited scholarships available for those who are unable to afford the fee). More info here.

 


________________________________________________________________________________________  

COMMUNITY EVENTS

If an event title is underscored you can click on the title to open a link to more information.

 

Tonight! Thursday, Feb. 21  �  7 pm  �  Skinner Auditorium of St. Mark's Cathedral (1245 Tenth Ave E, Seattle)
Panel Discussion - Iran: Nuclear Impasse and Prospect for War

Speakers:
 - Reza Firouzbakht: President, WA State chapter of the National Iranian-American Council. He is an international business consultant and Senior Manager of Accenture's Strategy Consulting practice. Reza was born in Iran and emigrated in 1983. He has a BA and MBA from the University of Chicago.

- Richard Silverstein: Author of the Tikun Olam blog, which focuses on Israel-Iran relations, Israel's democracy and national security issues.

- Dick Blakney: former president of the United Nations Association Greater Seattle chapter. He is a retired international health specialist who founded hospitals and developed health care delivery systems in Borneo, Hong Kong, Guyana and Liberia. For the past six years he has focused on resolving the conflict with Iran through peaceful negotiation. He compiles Iran Update

 

 

Now through Feb. 24  �  Bellevue Arts Museum
BAM Biennial 2012: High Fiber Diet
Bringing together more than 40 contemporary artists, BAM Biennial 2012 explores one of the most thriving media today: fiber. With its versatility and ready availability, fiber has long had its firm place in the Do-It-Yourself movement, yet is often underexposed in the traditional art world. Shining a spotlight on fiber art created in the Northwest, High Fiber Diet celebrates both the region's rich traditions as well as new expressions, where concepts of art and craft merge.

 

 

 

Makers  

Tuesday, Feb. 26, 8 pm on PBS (KCTS Channel 9)

For the first time on television, Makers tells the inspiring story of the modern American women's movement. Narrated by Meryl Streep and told with music, humor, and first-hand accounts of the women who lived through these turbulent times, Makers covers the dizzying joy, aching frustration and ultimate triumph of a movement that turned America upside-down. Watch the trailer. Read about Makers on the Jewish Women's Archive blog

 

  

Tree of Life

 Sunday, March 3  �  1 pm  �  Kairos-Milwaukie UCC (4790 SE Logus Rd, Milwaukie, OR) 

The 2013 Tree of Life Conference on Palestine and Israel will be amplifying and celebrating the under-reported voices of conscience in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and exploring how we, in this country, might respond to work toward reconciliation. We will listen to Jewish, Muslim, and Christian peacemakers share their insights and personal stories, and share a Middle Eastern reception together in the sacred task of peacemaking. More info and register here.

 

 


Parent Map's 10th Annual Lecture Series 

March 14 - Denise Pope, Ph.D., The Resilient Student: Finding Balance in Today's Culture of Competition
April 10 - Susan Cain, Quiet Kids: Raising an Introvert in a World That Won't Stop Talking
April 30 - Adele Diamond, Ph.D., Bright Young Minds: Early Learning, Play and Executive Function
May 7, John Gottman, Ph.D., Making Love Last and Marriage Work.
Purchase tickets here.

 

 

________________________________________________________________________________________

 

 

Kadima Recon logo   JRF logoFind us on Facebook