FEDERATION NEWS & NOTES
January 18th, 2019 ~ 12 Shevat 5779
Light Candles at 4:47 PM
Keeping our community informed, inspired, and connected to Jewish life in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley, in Israel, and around the world.
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Good morning. Earlier this week, more than 1,400 women throughout North America were in Hollywood, FL attending the International Lion of Judah Conference including eleven Delawareans. The continuing success of Women's Philanthropy ensures the growth of a vibrant campaign, legacy giving and developing our future leaders.

On Wednesday evening, Federation's Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) coordinated our first FED Talk of 2019. Arab Women in the Start-up Nation, featured Ifat Baron and Alaa Halumi, who are breaking barriers and boosting growth in Israel. Our next FED Talk is February 7th in collaboration with the Philadelphia-Israel Chamber of Commerce (PICC).

Our j-VOICE Committee met on Thursday morning to review content for upcoming editions. We hope you have noticed the ongoing improvements and enhancements to our monthly publication that is celebrating 50 years of informing and inspiring the Delaware Jewish community.

Tu b'Shevat begins on Sunday evening. Regarded as Jewish Arbor Day, it is a day for celebrating the natural world by eating fruits and nuts with trees often planted in celebration.

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" We're honoring what would have been Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 90th birthday by committing to service this upcoming Sunday and Monday, and every day throughout the year.

Let's honor the unending work of Dr. King together by volunteering for one of the many opportunities coordinated by Federation and our beneficiary agencies.

Please be reminded of Federation Shabbat next Friday, January 25th at Temple Beth El with dinner reservations due today (see flyer below). Please also make the call and answer the call on Super Sunday, January 27th, in support of our 2019 Annual Campaign.

We Grow Stronger TOGETHER.

Shabbat Shalom and Chag ha'ilanot sameach ,
Seth J. Katzen
Chief Executive Officer
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Upcoming Federation Events

PJ LIBRARY MLK SUNDAY FUNDAY

JANUARY 20TH
10 AM - NOON
ECC AMPHITHEATER

Learn how MLK changed the world and how you can make an impact too.

For more information: Jamye@shalomdel.org
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Jewish community fought together for justice and civil rights in our nation and in our lives. On January 21st, join us to give back to our community.

Click Here for a list of campus volunteer projects taking place on MLK Day.

FEDERATION SHABBAT

JANUARY 25TH
5:30 PM
Temple Beth El

Join our statewide synagogues at TBE in Newark for a PJ Library Shabbat Program, Community Shabbat Dinner and Shabbat Services with oneg to follow.
Adult Kosher Buffet Meat Dinner: $25.50
Child: $10 - $70 Maximum
Reservations required by Jan. 18th

For more information: Tbe@tbede.org

SUPER SUNDAY

JANUARY 27TH
9 AM - NOON & 3 - 6 PM
Siegel JCC Senior Lounge

Make phone calls or write Thank You cards to donors thanking them for their support and asking for continued commitment to the 2019 Annual Campaign.

In partnership with the Siegel JCC's Super Silly Sunday Family Funday, there will be a PJ Library Concert with Silly Joe at 10:30 AM in the Auditorium.

For more information: Wendy@ShalomDel.org
For more information about PJ Library Concert with Silly Joe: Jamye@ShalomDel.org

GO WILD WITH PJ & EINSTEIN

FEBRUARY 3RD
12 PM - 2 PM
Delaware Museum of Natural History

Join us for a fun interactive Story Time and Craft.

Must register for FREE admission. Space is limited

For more information: Lisa Kornblum (302)478-5062 or events@einsteinday.org

DISTANT COUSINS CONCERT

FEBRUARY 26th at 7 PM
Wilmington Brew Works

Distant Cousins is on an East Coast Tour to support the release of their full-length album, Next of Kin . Click here to listen to Distant Cousins and please join us for a special live performance - their only Delaware appearance.

Presented by Jewish Federation of Delaware and the Siegel JCC
 
This program is generously supported by The Danielle Rose Paikin Foundation
 
Upcoming Community
Events and Programs

SUMMER IN ISRAEL

JUNE 30 - JULY 11
PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 28

Explore vibrant culture, mouth-watering cuisine and stunning natural beauty on a FREE summer #Birthright trip with Israel Outdoors and the Jewish Federations of North America.

For more information: Seth@ShalomDel.org or (302)427-2100. 

AKSE ACADEMY

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19
6:15 - 9:30 PM
Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth

An evening of Jewish learning on a variety of engaging subjects. See details here .
$12 at the door.

Any weather related announcements will be posted at AKSE.org or call (302)762-2705.

MLK Day of Service

JANUARY 21
Jewish Community Campus - 101 Garden of Eden Rd.

Various community projects open to volunteers. See ShalomDelaware.org/MLKday for more details

80'S DATE NIGHT

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2
6:30 PM
Siegel JCC

This event is BYOB, and we will be serving a buffet-style sit-down dinner. We will also have a limited supply of wine & beer available for purchase.

For more information: melissasimon@siegeljcc.org

FAREWELL CEREMONY

FEBRUARY 3
10 AM - 12 PM
Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth

The community is invited as Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth bids farewell to its Washington Blvd. location. It is expected that this event will be the last major program in its home of 56 years. Once the building sale is completed, the congregation will reside temporarily at Congregation Beth Shalom as it pursues a permanent home.
 
The program is free and open to the community. See event details here .

More information: contact the AKSE office at 302-762-2705 or office@AKSE.org

CRIME AND CONSEQUENCE

6 WEDNESDAYS BEGINNING FEB.8
Chabad of DE

A Jewish exploration of conviction, sentencing and criminal rehabilitation.

For more information: info@chabadde.com
ART EXHIBIT

FEBRUARY 8TH - 15TH
Photography Exhibit - Siegel JCC

UD presents photojournalist, Silvina Frydlewsky and her work with Argentinian Jewry: Experience, Identity and history.. Opening lecture with artist on February 10th at 11am in the Siegel JCC Art Space.

For more information: Polly Zavadivker at pollyz@udel.edu
Jewish Historical Society of Delaware
The history of Delaware's Jewish community is a microcosm of the history of our People in America. It is the Jewish Historical Society of Delaware which has captured this century-plus palette. You will find storekeepers and State leaders, judges and, well, you name it and you'll find Delaware's Jews.
Keep your eye out for our April annual meeting at which we'll highlight the Jewish Judges and Justices of Delaware.

Be a part of our past as we move into the future!

Our Fall 2018 newsletter has just been published. Read it at https://jhsdelaware.org/jhsdfall2018web/ and visit us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JHSDel
Today, Tomorrow, and TOGETHER
Federation Strengthens Community
TODAY... 
The Annual Campaign

  • Addresses the most pressing needs
  • Feeds the hungry
  • Helps the unemployed
  • Supports families with special needs
  • Funds Jewish education


Wendy Berger
Senior Philanthropy Director 302.427.2100 or  Wendy@ShalomDel.org.
TOMORROW...
Create A Jewish Legacy

  • A legacy allows individuals and families to support the Jewish causes they care so deeply about.
  • An endowment ensures that tomorrow's needs will be met through perpetual funding.

To learn more about
Creating A Jewish Legacy.

Shari Dym
CJL Program Manager
302.427.2100 or  Shari@ShalomDel.org.
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