THE CONNECTION
February 2020
SISTERHOOD OF
The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah
A Women of Reform Judaism Organization
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What is Tu B'Shevat?
Tu B'Shevat
is a minor holiday we celebrate on the
15th of Shevat, this year corresponding to February 10th.
Kn
own as the
"Birthday of the Trees",
t
his is celebrated when trees are planted in Israel, especially olives, grapes, figs, pomegranates, and the "king of fruits" the apple, the most versatile and worldly.
Some modern practices include donating money to plant trees in Israel or planting trees locally.
T
u B'Shevat is a holiday that reminds us of our commitment to the earth and to our role as caretakers of the environment.
We sometimes celebrate by having a Tu B'Shevat Seder
at which time we eat fruits and nuts the Torah praises -seven 'fruits' in particular: wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates. These fruits are include in
three categories: 1) fruits that have a pit inside and you eat only the outside, 2) fruits that you eat the inside but not the outside and 3) fruits that you eat both the inside and outside. At the Seder we also have two glasses or wine, red and white. Starting with white symbolizing winter a little red is poured into white eventually ending with all the red in the white for spring...the planting of trees.
Although a minor holiday, it brings awareness to the importance of trees in our lives.
This child's poem reminds us of this holiday.
Here winter snow is falling, but in Israel spring is calling
Little blossoms open please, today's the birthday of the trees
Thank you, God for Israel's spring, thank you, God for everything
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We are all looking forward to spring! The Sisterhood Board
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February
Nelson Atkins Art Gallery, Sunday, 2/16
Mah Jongg 2/5 & 2/19
March
Girls Night Out, Bonefish Grill, Wednesday, 3/11
Mah Jongg 3/4 & 3/19
Bake Hamantashen 3/4, 3/5 & 3/6
Purim Carnival 3/8
Women's Community Passover Seder Luncheon 3/29
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Queen Nefertari:
Eternal Egypt Exhibition
Sunday, February 16
11:00 - 1:30
Docent – Led Tour & Lunch
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Rozzelle Court Restaurant
4525 Oak, Kansas City
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Group Tour Fee: $14
“Friends of Art”
museum member
No Charge
Lunch is not included in tour fee. Each person will pay for their lunch in Rozzelle Court.
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11:00:
Meet in the Bloch Museum lobby. (Adjacent to the underground parking garage)
11:15:
Docent-led tour begins.
12:30:
Cafeteria-style lunch follows in the sun-drenched Rozzelle Court Restaurant. Select tables reserved.
Escape the winter doldrums by touring this magnificent exhibition featuring
Queen Nefertari
, nicknamed the “goddess of light” for whom the sun shines in eternal Egypt. Discover one of the most celebrated and mysterious queens of Ancient Egypt. Wife of Pharaoh Ramesses II, Queen Nefertari’s royal burial chamber will be on display. This tour will turn you on to the role of women, of all classes, in government, religion and society. Indulge your imagination with over 230 works of art from 3,000 years ago. Majestic sculptures, exquisite jewelry and personal objects found in the Valley of the Queens. On loan from the Museum of Turin, Italy.
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There is space for only 30 total attendees for our tour!
Don't miss out! Sign up today!
To reserve your tour spot,
everyone,
even museum members,
must click on the sign-up by
Monday, February 10
Accepting checks only.
Sorry, we are not accepting charge payments for this event.
Payment by check instructions can be found on the sign up.
Museum members must bring your card!
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Underground Parking:
$10/per car (payable at garage)/Museum members no charge with card.
Carpooling
available upon request. Please contact Hilary Fried, 913-548-7555 or
hkfried54@yahoo.com
Questions
? Please contact Louise Pollock Gruenebaum, 913-648-1917 or
pollochek@aol.com
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Everyone is invited to join the Mah Jongg Gals!
What's the Mah Jongg Charleston? Come see what it's all about!
Beginners and experienced players are welcome.
Don't know how to play? We'll teach You.
We usually have 2-3 tables and have a great time!
Can't join us every time, that's fine, too!
Wednesday evenings
6:45 - 9:00
February 5 & 19
March 4 & 18
Hosted at players' homes.
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To receive the locations and to be added to the
Mah Jongg Gals
email list, please contact Lois Bernstein.
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BE PART OF OUR SISTERHOOD TEAM!
POSITIONS OPEN TO EVERYONE!
Sisterhood is putting together our June 2020 – May 2021 board of directors, led by Shari Barr, incoming President -Elect. If you would like to meet some fantastic women, help plan some meaningful and fun programming this is for you!
Yes, be a part of this outstanding group of women by reaching out to our Nominating Chair, Lois Bernstein, by March 1, at 913-851-5040 or
lrbdirector1941@gmail.com.
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HAMANTASHEN FOR SALE AT CARNIVAL. BAKERS NEEDED TOO!
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WANTED: HAMANTASHAN BAKERS
Must know how to measure, roll, pat, fill and pinch...Nothing too complicated!
We need your help any or all of these
three baking times:
Wednesday March 4
Thursday, March 5
Friday March 6
10:00-1:00
B'nai Jehudah kitchen
If interested, please contact Carol Schwartz by Thursday, February 27
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HAMANTASHAN FOR SALE
Sisterhood is selling delicious homemade Hamantashen for
$1
each,
made by our very own Sisterhood bakers!
Fillings:
chocolate chip, apricot, poppy seed, and S’more (chocolate chip & marshmallow)
We’ll start selling them around 10:30 a.m. during
The Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 8
Games and fun is co-sponsored by the
Sisterhood and Brotherhood
Bring your children and grandchildren
for a great time!
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SPICE UP YOUR WEDNESDAY
WITH BANG BANG SHRIMP!
Get a cheap thrill at
BONEFISH GRILL
Wednesday, March 11, 6:00
5021 W. 135th Street, Leawood
(between Roe & Nall)
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Bonefish Grill is a popular and casual hidden gem with great food and great prices. It has delectable grilled fish specialties and other meat items and great libations in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
Invite your B'nai Jehudah friends.
Gather everyone up!
Please RSVP by Monday, March 9,
to Hilary Fried
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We may be SMALL but we are BIG in our selection of gifts!
The Judaica Shop has many new items for B’nai Mitzvah and weddings. Our Registry for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs & weddings makes gift giving easy for family and friends.
Unsure what to purchase? We now offer gift cards!
Be sure and stop in soon!
HOURS
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sunday
9:00 a.m. - noon
(When Religious School is in Session)
Sisterhood members always get 10% off
regular price merchandise!
(cards, haggadahs, and Kosher mezuzzah scrolls excluded)
Judaica Shop managers, Pam Auerbach & Marcia Soltz
are happy to assist you with registry, questions or an appointment.
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OUR CONDOLENCES TO...
Sharon Liese on the passing of her brother in law,
Jimmy Nachman, on December 25,2019
We apologize for any errors or omissions.
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The heart of Sisterhood lies in our community of amazing women. Sisterhood membership brings women together to enjoy a variety of activities for friendship, camaraderie, personal growth, service and learning. Your membership helps us provide essential funds to support the Congregation, it's youth and the community. All members receive the
"perk"
of 10% off in our Judaica Shop!
Please do not hesitate to reach out to either of us if you want to visit, have any questions or need information.
Thank you for your support!
Ellen Jacobs
Kristi Kanerek
Membership Vice Presidents
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Annual Membership
June 2019 - May 2020
Please consider a special donation level to help support our many activities!
$45 Annual
$63 Rachel
$81 Miriam
$99 Leah
$117 Sarah
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THREE GREAT WAYS TO SUPPORT SISTERHOOD ALL THROUGH THE YEAR!
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SPONSOR AN
EREV SHABBAT
BISSELEH NOSH
Sponsoring a Bisseleh Nosh on Erev Shabbat for a special occasion is a great way to make someone feel special! Sponsor in Honor or in Memory of special people in your life. Celebrate a Birthday, Anniversary, Birth of a Baby, Marriage, Graduation and more!
Your sponsorship is mentioned in the Shabbat flyer.
Regular Nosh $200
Hot Bisseleh Nosh $275
To reserve a date and for more information, please contact:
Jean Osbourn at B'nai Jehudah, 913-663-4050 or click on the link.
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MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO A SISTERHOOD FUND
Make a contribution in honor or in memory of a loved one or friend. We'll send a card and your donation is listed in the Congregation's monthly Bulletin. Please click on link below for form and instructions!
TRIBUTE FUND
For general support of our Congregation, its youth and our community.
CHARLENE GELB MEMORIAL ONEG SHABBAT FUND:
For Erev Shabbat Bisseleh Nosh prior to services.
HELEN S. GREEN MEMORIAL PULPIT FLOWER FUND
For Bimah flowers and landscapin
g.
RUTH KAROL LEADERSHIP TRAINING FUND
For leadership development & WRJ conferences for Board members.
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CLEAN UP YOUR HOME FOR OUR CAUSE!
You will get a tax donation form and Sisterhood gets a percentage of the earnings thanks to our Sisterhood member, Lori Siegel, the owner of the resale shop "A Lotta Stuff at Stan's".
Items should be in the garage boxed and ready to go. If necessary she can help clean out and remove usable items from your home for a reasonable charge. Lori can use almost any item as long as it is not ripped, stained, broken, and still has some usefulness.
To arrange a pick-up, please call Lori's cell, 816-668-3960, or
A Lotta Stuff at Stan's
913-299-2939
Please mention Sisterhood!
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