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Friend!

Good morning. Thank you to those community members who joined us for our inaugural Rehoboth Beach Jewish Film Festival Federation Encore! Series this past Sunday through Tuesday. We screened three films on consecutive evenings in the Siegel JCC auditorium, bringing the successful RBJFF to Wilmington. We look forward to additional collaborations with the Rehoboth Beach Film Society.

On Tuesday morning, our Facilities Management Board (FMB) gathered under the leadership of Co-Chairs, Robin Kauffman-Saran and Arnie Caine. FMB manages the Jewish Community Campus as well as ensures a safe and secure campus. Later in the afternoon, Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA) co-hosted an online briefing entitled, "Israeli Elections 2019: Polls, Projections and Predictions."

Federation was notified it received a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator , the largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities in the Unites States. This is our fourth consecutive Four-Star Rating, achieved by only 18% of nonprofits across the country. We are also one of only seven Four-Star rated charities in Delaware and our score of 97.25 score (out of 100) is the best in the state.

I hope to see many of you on Sunday afternoon at the Jewish Historical Society of Delaware's Annual Meeting beginning at 2:00pm in the Siegel JCC auditorium.

I also want to remind you of upcoming programs for your consideration...

Israeli Election Preview,: Issues, Parties, Coalition Possibilities
with Professor Ian Lustick, University of Pennsylvania
Presented by J Street Delaware Chapter
Monday, April 8th at 8:30am
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Women's Issues in Israel with Idith Shacham
Presented by Federation's Israel & Overseas Committee
Tuesday, April 9th at 8:30am
Federation Conference Room

Israeli Post-Elections Briefing
Wednesday, April 10th at 2:00pm

Special Screening of "Ben-Gurion, Epilogue" with Toni Young
Presented by American Associates Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Federation
Sunday, April 14th at 3:00pm - Reception and 4:00pm Program
Register by April 10th - winickc@aabgu.org
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Business Professionals Breakfast with WSFS CEO, Rodger Levenson
Presented by Jewish Federation of Delaware
Monday, April 15th at 8:30am
Siegel JCC Auditorium
Click Here to Register

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Shabbat Shalom ,
Seth J. Katzen
Chief Executive Officer
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Upcoming Federation Events
 
On April 9, Israelis will go to the polls to decide their political future.
And the Results Are In! Outcomes and Analysis of the Israeli National Election
with Lahav Harkov, Senior Contributing Editor, The Jerusalem Post

Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 2:00 PM ET
Harkov will review and analyze the results of the Israeli elections just as the final results come in. She will help us understand who are the big winners – and the big losers – and what kind of government is likely to now be formed. And ultimately, she will try to help us predict what this means for the future of Israel.  Register for the April 10 Briefing

FED Talk
APRIL 9TH AT 8:30 AM
Jewish Federation of Delaware Boardroom • Free to the public

Idith Schaham is a practicing attorney who specializes in personal status (mediation) and women's rights. Bagels and coffee will be served.

Film Screening, "Ben-Gurion Epilogue"
APRIL 14TH AT 3:00 PM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

3:00 PM "A Taste of Israel" Reception and 4:00 PM Program. RSVP by Wednesday, April 10th to the AABGU office: (215)884-4510 or winickc@aabgu.org .
 Click Here to see the movie trailer.

Business Professionals Event
APRIL 15TH AT 8 AM
Siegel JCC Auditorium • $18/person by April 1, $25/after

A great opportunity to network with professionals engaged as philanthropists and leaders in our community. Continental breakfast provided. More Information: Wendy Berger at Wendy@shalomdel.org or (302)427-2100

CONNECT Chocolate Seder
APRIL 24TH AT 6 pM
Park Plaza Condominiums in Wilmington, DE

Join CONNECT for a sweet spin on Passover with chocolate, wine and friends. Cost is $10/person. All food and wine will be Kosher for Passover. Register online at ShalomDelaware.org/chocolateseder or pay at the door the evening of the event.
For more information contact, Daniella@ShalomDel.org or call (302)427-2100.

Yom Ha'Shoah Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony
MAY 2ND AT NOON
Freedom Plaza - Wilmington, DE

Meet at the Holocaust Memorial Sculpture, located between the Carvel State Office Building and the City/County Building (9th & French Streets). Free and open to the public. Contact Gina@ShalomDel.org or call (302)427-2100 for more information.

Yom Ha'Shoah Program
MAY 2ND AT 7 PM
Trabant Theater - 17 W Main St, Newark, DE 19716

Lecture followed by reception in remembrance of the Holocaust. Free and open to the public. Theater is wheelchair accessible. Contact Katie Capallo at (302) 831-3324 for more information.

Community Shlichim Wedding
MAY 5TH AT 3 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

The entire community is gathering to celebrate the joyous union of Noam Gliksman (Israel Fellow for UD Hillel) and Daniella Buchshtaber (JFD Community Shlicha) under the chuppa followed by a reception. All are welcomed. Register online at ShalomDelaware.org/wedding and make sure to wish Noam and Daniella Mazel Tov! For more information contact, Daniella@shalomdel.org .

Women of Wisdom (WOW) Event
MAY 15TH AT 11:30 AM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Featuring Speaker: Janice Kaplan (New York Times bestselling author, TV producer, magazine editor) She will sign copies of her book at the event. Cost: $60 if you register by April 29th, $75 after. Includes luncheon and a copy of The Gratitude Diaries. All dietary laws observed. This event is open to all women making a household gift of $250 or more for 2019 Annual Campaign, payable 12/31/2019. Event Co-Chairs: Sue Komins, Elisa Komins Morris and Debbie Komins Ross.

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Upcoming Community
Events and Programs
NOT QUITE BEGINNERS HEBREW

APRIL 10, 17 & Ongoing 5:30-6:30 PM
Congregation Beth Emeth

Perfect for people with some Hebrew, interested in becoming fluent. Taught by Rabbi Michael Kramer. Cost is $36 for members; $50 for non-members and includes all materials. Scholarships are also available. If you're unsure whether this level is for you, CBE can arrange for tutoring to bring you up to the classes level. RSVP at BethEmethDE.org/adult-hebrew.html or call the CBE office at (302)764-2393.
TEMPLE BETH EL BASKETFEST 2019

APRIL 7TH AT 1:30 PM
Temple Beth El

Fun event that includes refreshments, cash bar and the chance to win over 100 differently themed baskets!! Must be 18 or older to participate, and 21 or older for cash bar. Cost: $30 by 3/27 and $35 after 3/27 (admission fee includes 25 Raffle Tickets & 1 Super Basket Ticket). Additional raffle tickets avail. for purchase with registration. Register at TBEDE.org or (302)366-8330.
ANNUAL MEETING OF JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DELAWARE

APRIL 7TH 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Siegel JCC

Delaware's Jewish Judges presentation by Richard Levin. Free and open to the public. Reception with light refreshments will follow the program. Please RSVP by 4/5 to (302)655-6232 or jhsdelaware.org/events/annual-meeting
INTERFAITH PASSOVER SEDER

APRIL 7TH 5:00 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

Annual Interfaith Seder. Join our friends from area houses of worship and local schools as we share the story of Passover. Special seasonal treats and an interfaith Haggadah along with an exclusive tour of the synagogue following the seder meal. Cost is free but donations are kindly accepted. All are welcome to join this community event, regardless of affiliation of house of worship. For more information, contact Hayim Weiss . RSVP by Wednesday, April 3rd to Events@cbswilmde.org or call (302)654-4462.
CONCERT BY COROALLEGRO

APRIL 7TH 6:30 PM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Click Here for more information.

J STREET DELAWARE CHAPTER
ISRAEL ELECTION PREVIEW

APRIL 8TH 8:30 AM
Siegel JCC

The J Street Delaware Chapter is sponsoring a program on the upcoming Israeli elections to encourage a deeper understanding and greater appreciation. Discussion will include the Israeli political parties, their various platforms and priorities as well as the challenges of forming a working coalition government in the Parliamentary system of Israel.
Coffee and bagels will be provided.

DINNERS AT THE J

APRIL 10th AT 6:30 PM
Siegel JCC

Click Here for more information.
WOMEN'S COMMUNITY SEDER

APRIL 11TH 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

A chance for women from Delaware and the Brandywine Valley to come together and celebrate Pesach and its heroines. Grandmothers, mothers and daughters are encouraged to attend. Dinner with vegetarian options will be served. Cost: $25 for General Admission, $50 to be a "Friend of Miriam" and $20 for Teenagers (13-19). RSVP by 4/4 to Jessica Wright at Events@CBSwilmde.org , call (302)654-4462 ext. 10 or visit BethShalomWilmington.org/event/womenseder.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY PRESENTS THE TRAVELING SUITCASE

APRIL 14TH AT 7:00 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

Sponsored by the Rabbi Jacob Kraft Educational Foundation. Learn about the immigration of over two million people of Jewish heritage to the United States at the turn of the 20th century told through the eyes of Eva Baen, a teenager who immigrated to Philadelphia in 1913. Presentation is followed by dessert. Cost is free and open to the community. For more information, contact Gary Harad at g27harad@hotmail.com or call (302)547-5665.
COMMUNITY PESACH SEDER

APRIL 19TH AT 7:45 PM
Chabad of Delaware

Chabad invites you to a community Pesach Seder. Hebrew and English reading. Gourmet passover cuisine. Interactive children's participation. Cost is $30 per adult; $16 per child; $118 for Sponsor. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. RSVP by Wednesday, April 10th at Chabadde.com/register .
Community Seders

APRIL 19TH & 20TH AT 8 PM
Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth

Enjoy an inspiring seder and complete catered meal, including wine. Cost per meal: Adults, $44; Children 6-12, $20; Children 5 and under are FREE. Registration with payment due by April 5th  online  or through the AKSE Office, 302-762-2705 or office@AKSE.org These seders will take place at the Congregation Beth Shalom building in Wilmington.
Second Night Seder

APRIL 20TH AT 5:30 PM
Congregation Beth Emeth

Make your reservations now! Dinner is $10.00 per person for CBE members; $15 person for non-members. Children under 5 are FREE. We will be hosting a traditional Seder menu with matzo ball soup, gefilte fish, main course, dessert and beverages.  https://www.bethemethde.org/event/congregational-seder.html or contact Lori by emailing her at lwyzga@bethemethde.org or call the office at 302-764-2393.

Hadassah Presents: Celebrating One of Our Own - Ruth Bader Ginsburg

MAY 5TH AT 10 AM
Siegel JCC

Learn about RBG’s impact on human rights, gender equality and social justice. How does Judaism inform her attitude toward the law? Speakers will be Justice Randy J. Holland, retired Delaware Supreme Court Justice; Ellen Meyer, retired Attorney; Gina Schoenberg, Deputy Attorney General at DE Dept. of Justice; and Judge Aida Waserstein, retired Delaware Family Court Judge.

Light Breakfast included. $18 in advance, $25 at the door. Become a sponsor for $36. RSVP by April 24 with check payable to Hadassah mailed to Arlene Eckell, 43 Cornwall Drive, Newark, DE 19711. Registration form available here . Questions? Email Sylvia Wagman at srwag8@comcast.net .
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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