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The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas condemn the recent terror attacks and continued incitement which has led to the deaths and injuries of scores of Israelis. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of those affected and our support to the people of Israel. We urge the resumption of negotiations as the path to a peaceful solution.
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A.J. Rosmarin
Chair, JCRC
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Anita Zusman Eddy
Executive Director, JCRC
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JCRC PRESENTS NOSTRA AETATE COMMEMORATION
The JCRC, in partnership with the University of Dallas and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Dallas, will
present 50 Years after Vatican II: Commemorating Jewish-Catholic Relations on Wednesday, November 4, 7 pm at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas.
In 1965, the Vatican II issued a proclamation intended to promote healing and growth between Catholics and Jews. The declaration, Nostra Aetate, initiated inter-religious dialogue and collaborative ventures between the two communities that have had enormous impact in Dallas and throughout the world.
This November, the JCRC will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Nostra Aetate with an event to bring the two communities together for dialogue, cooperation and learning.
The program will include a panel featuring Bishop Brian Farrell, the Pope's personal representative on interfaith relations, and Rabbi David Rosen, former Chief Rabbi of Ireland and current Director of Interreligious Affairs at the American Jewish Committee (AJC). Click here to purchase tickets.
For more information about JCRC's Nostra Aetate commemoration, please email us or call 214-615-5293.
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JCRC AND YAD ADDRESS BDS
On Thursday, November 11, the JCRC and the Young Adult Division (YAD) of the Jewish Federation will
present BDS and Beyond: Contemporary Threats to Israel featuring Susan Heller Pinto, Director of Middle Eastern Affairs at the Anti-Defamation League, as part of YAD's ongoing Leadership, Education and Development Series (LEADS).
The program will provide the young Jewish professional community with an in-depth exploration of how Israel is affected by the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement, and other anti-Israel trends.
The program will be held at Intown Chabad on Thursday, November 11 at 7 pm For more information,
email us
or call 214. 615. 5293.
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JCRC KICKS-OFF SERIES ON IRAN
On Thursday, September 24, more than 70 people gathered for
The
P
olitical Endgame of the Iran Nuclear  Agreement: How to Move Forward, which served as the first installment of the ongoing JCRC Series on Iran.
The program featured Rebecca Shimoni Stoil, Washington Correspondent for the Times of Israel, and Dr. Gil Kahn, Professor of Political Science at Kean University specializing in executive-legislative relations regarding Middle East foreign policy. The discussion focused on US-Israel relations and bridging the divide between bipartisan political positions.
The JCRC Series on Iran will continue throughout the fall.
- On Friday, November 20, at 8:30 am at the Mankoff Center for Jewish Learning, the JCRC will host Shalom Bayit: Uniting our Community after the Iran Nuclear Deal featuring Martin Raffel, former Senior Vice President at the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA), in collaboration with NCJW and Hadassah.
- On Tuesday, December 15 at 8:30 am at Zale Auditorium, JCRC will host Navigating our New Reality: The Future of the Middle East in the Age of a Nuclear Iran featuring former Deputy National Security Advisor and Washington Institute for Near East Policy fellow Ambassador James Jeffrey.
Please join us for these insightful and fascinating programs. To RSVP, email us or call 214.615.5293.
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JCRC SPEARHEADS SUCCESSFUL ADVOCACY AT DALLAS CITY COUNCIL
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| JCRC Executive Director, Anita Zusman Eddy at Dallas City Council Meeting |
After months of advocacy by the JCRC on behalf of the Anti-Poverty Coalition of Greater Dallas, the Dallas City Council approved the release of $200,000 for the promotion of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) centers aimed at helping clients obtain the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) .
The EITC is a relatively easy-to-obtain federal income tax credit that provides, on average, an extra $2,000 to eligible working-class families. There is no impact on local and state funds and generally only working individuals qualify for the tax credit. These funds not only help the families themselves, but also benefit the city overall.
The JCRC is leading an Advisory Committee focused on ensuring the success of the VITA program in the Dallas area. The Committee is comprised of representatives from the City of Dallas, United Way, Foundation Communities, The Boone Family Foundation and Joy Tabernacle AME Church.
For more information, email us
or call 214.615.5293.
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JCRC TO HOST MEETINGS FOR JEWISH PUBLIC SCHOOL FAMILIES 
JCRC will host a luncheon for parents and families of Jewish children in Richardson ISD public schools on Thursday, October 29 at 12 pm at a private residence in Richardson, as part of the JCRC Education Initiative.
The purpose of the meeting is to help connect Jewish families in Richardson ISD, as well as to provide resources to help Jewish children succeed in the public school system. The program will feature remarks from Kim Caston, President of the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees.
JCRC will host a similar program for families of Jewish children in Frankford Middle School located in Plano ISD on Monday, November 16 at 7 pm. That program will feature remarks from Nancy Humphrey, President of the Plano ISD Board of Trustees.
For more information on both of these events, or to attend, email us or call 214.615.5239
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JCRC COLLABORATES ON BOOK DRIVE 
In honor of Jewish Book Month, the JCRC, in
collaboration with the Tycher Library and Akiba Academy, will be collecting new or gently used books (kindergarten- 2nd grade) throughout November to benefit Reading Partners North Texas, an organization that provides books and tutoring to local school children reading below grade level. Books can be donated at Akiba Academy or the Tycher Library.
The book drive will culminate in a mitzvah project, where families will have the opportunity to assemble summer reading packets of collected books and school supplies for Reading Partners North Texas. The event will be held on Sunday, November 22 from 10-11:30 am at the Tycher Library, Aaron Family JCC. Families and children of all ages are welcome. This will be an easy and satisfying experience for kids and parents.
For more info and to RSVP, contact Nina Stenzler
or call 214.239.7132.
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JCRC HOSTS LEGISLATIVE REVIEW
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| Representatives Eric Johnson and Jason Villalba, with moderator Melanie Rubin |
On Thursday, September 10, more than 70 people gathered for the JCRC Legislative Review featuring Texas State Representatives Eric Johnson and Jason Villalba.
Participants were able to hear the insider's perspective on this year's 84th State Legislative Session, including an in-depth discussion on issues related to the state budget and early childhood education. The program served as the final installment of the JCRC 2015 Legislative Series, which also included a Legislative Update and Forecast featuring State Representatives Rafael Anchia and Craig Goldman in January and Jewish Communities' Day at the State: Legislative Mission to Austin in March.
The Legislative Review featured remarks from former State Senator and JCRC Advisor Florence Shapiro, and was moderated by JCRC Leadership Council Member Melanie Rubin. Others in attendance included President of the Plano ISD Board of Trustees Nancy Humphrey, Richardson ISD Board Trustee Lanet Greenhaw, Dallas County Judge Jeff Rosenfield, and legislative staff from the offices of U.S. Senator John Cornyn, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, and Congressman Marc Veasey.
For more information on our legislative initiatives, email us or call 214.615.5293.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
JCRC Jewish Families Luncheon: Richardson ISD
featuring Kim Caston, President of the RISD Board of Trustees
Thursday, October 29, 12 pm
Private Residence
Nostra Aetate 50 Years Later: Commemorating Catholic-Jewish Relations
featuring Bishop Brian Farrell and Rabbi David Rosen
Wednesday, November 4, 7 pm
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
2301 Flora St., Dallas
YAD LEADS- BDS and Beyond: Contemporary Threats to Israel
featuring Susan Heller Pinto, Middle Eastern Affairs Director at the Anti-Defamation League
Wednesday, November 11, 7 pm
The Intown Chabad
2723 Routh St., Dallas
JCRC Jewish Families Night: Frankford Middle School
featuring Nancy Humphrey, President of the Plano ISD Board of Trustees
Monday, November 11, 7 pm
Private Residence
Shalom Bayit: Uniting Our Community After the Iran Nuclear Deal
featuring Martin Raffel, former Senior Vice President, Jewish Council for Public Affairs
Friday, November 20, 8:30 am
Mankoff Center for Jewish Learning
7900 Northaven Road, Dallas
Navigating our New Reality: The Future of the Middle East in the Age of a Nuclear Iran
featuring Ambassador James Jeffrey, former Deputy National Security Advisor
Tuesday, December 15, 8:30 am
Zale Auditorium
7900 Northaven Road, Dallas
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Thank You to our 2016 Federation Sponsors
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Presenting Sponsors
Mega Event Kick-Off
Diamond Doctor
Pacesetter Spring Series
Bank of America
The Pacesetter Event
Marsh & McClennan Agency
Known Locally as Prescott Pailet Benefits
Lion of Judah/Pomegranate Event
Cantoni
BGS Machers Series
Waldman Bros
Super Sunday I & II
Park Place Dealerships
Sponsors as of October 2015
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Corporate Sponsors
Gold Sponsor
Kahn Mechanical Contractors
Texas Jewish Post
Silver Sponsor
Jim Beaman, Southwest Bank Mortgage
Sparkman/Hillcrest
The Weitzman Group
Bronze Sponsor
Fox Rothschild LLP
Haynes and Boone, LLP
Key-Whitman Eye Center
Lidji Dorey Hooper
Locke Lord
Medical City and Medical City Children's Hospital
Norton Rose Fulbright
Texas Health Resources Foundation/Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
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