REMEMBER TO GET YOUR NEW 2020 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY!
To arrange a pick up time at the NCJW/CLE office, email
Julie Hayes
, jhayes@ncjwcleveland.org.
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SAVE THE DATE
UPCOMING ZOOM-A-BRATION
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SEPTEMBER 15: OPENING MEETING
FROM ACTING TO ACTIVISM: KATHY NAJIMY TAKES US ON HER JOURNEY
Kathy Ann Najimy
is an American actress, comedian, director, writer, producer and activist, best known for her roles in the films
Sister Act
(1992),
Hocus Pocus
(1993), and
Rat Race
(2001).
Invitation to follow.
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OCTOBER 7
NCJW/CLE AT THE CHAGRIN DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL
NCJW/CLE will sponsor the documentary
Activized
, which follows seven ordinary American citizens who leave their comfort zones and become involved in issues such as gun violence prevention, voting rights and immigration rights. The screening will be followed with a moderated discussion and Q&A. This is NCJW’s fourth year sponsorsing a film at the award-winning,Chagrin Documentary Film Festival.
More information to come.
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AUGUST 4
EXAMINE SOME THINGS NEWISH ABOUT BEING JEWISH
Led by Jewish educator
Cheryl Gordon
Topic:
Jewish Women You Need to Know Throughout History
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AUGUST 6
WATCH
TOXIC: A BLACK WOMAN’S STORY
Racism. Toxic Stress. Birth Outcomes. Discover how they are intertwined through this 25-minute educational and inspiriring film followed by a moderated discussion.
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AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 27
STAY FIT – FREE YOGA FROM HOME
Johanna Goldfarb
, NCJW/CLE member and certified yoga instructor, leads us through mat and chair yoga poses to keep us calm and flexible.
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AUGUST 10
WHAT ARE YOU READING DURING THE PANDEMIC?
Judi Wolf,
an avid, "professional” reader, will share some of her favorite reads and how she finds new books and authors.
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AUGUST 11
HUMAN TRAFFICKING: AN OVERVIEW
Jennifer Cupar
, Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, will present a compelling look at human trafficking today in our country and our neighborhood.
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AUGUST 13, 27
ACCEPT THE
21-DAY RACIAL EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE CHALLENGE
Take part in an opportunity to dive deep into racial equity and social justice through two discussion groups.
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AUGUST 17
EXPLORE FASHIONS OF THE 40s: HOW HISTORY SHAPED STYLES
Sara Hume
, curator, Kent State Fashion Museum, will closely examine the variety of looks that typified the tumultuous 1940s through images from the Museum’s collection.
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AUGUST 18
DISCOVER THE IMPACT OF THE PANDEMIC ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING
A panel discussion of experts will cover the impact of COVID-19 on survivors of human trafficking, legal issues of human trafficking and law enforcement’s involvement in ending this crime in our communities.
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ACTIVITIES TO DO (FROM HOME) IN AUGUST
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ANY DAY
ACTS OF KINDNESS: WRITE NOTES TO HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS
Help the Acts of Kindness Committee write friendly notes to Holocaust survivors and other seniors to be distributed by JFSA along with their lunch deliveries.
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ANY DAY
KNIT FOR A CAUSE
Knit from home and create warm clothing, blankets and comfort toys for organizations that serve families and children in need.
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ANY DAY
ADD TO THE NCJW/CLE TIMECAPSULE
Years from now, future generations are going to want to understand what life was like during the pandemic. Your submission – a video, a photo, a diary entry – will help explain this time and become part of NCJW/CLE’s living capsule of this pandemic period. We welcome all forms of documentation!
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LOOKING AHEAD TO
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
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SEPTEMBER 3
JOIN THE NCJW/CLE BOOK GROUP
Enjoy lively discussions of current literature
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SEPTEMBER 9
DISCUSSION OF THE BIG READ
A culmination of August's "The Big Read" event (see Aug.10 above)
More details to come.
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SEPTEMBER 10
ENCOURAGE VOTING: EDUCATE ALL COMMUNITIES
An expert panel will provide information and tools to educate about voting options and issues.
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OCTOBER 14 - MAY 12
NCJW/CLE MEMBERS ONLY
ART APPRECIATION SERIES 2020-2021: RETELLING ART HISTORY
This seven-session interactive and discussion-based course via Zoom will retell art history focusing on significant moments, themes, and issues, drawing upon key works in the CMA collection and relevant exhibitions.
REGISTER NOW, SPACE IS LIMITED
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MISSED LAST MONTH'S
INFORMATIVE
STRONG WOMEN/
POWERFUL VOICES SERIES?
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YOU CAN STILL WATCH THE Q AND A'S MODERATED BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MINDI AXNER!
HOW ADAM MILLER OVERSEES A TV NEWSROOM IN 2020
As the Director of Content for WKYC,
Adam Miller
explains how he chooses content, assigns stories how a show is put together.
WHY COURTS MATTER: A CONVERSATION WITH ROBERTA KAPLAN AND DAHLIA LITHWICK
Robbie Kaplan
, a renowned attorney who fought for and won marriage equality and
Dahlia Lithwick
, award-winning journalist, discuss current events and the impact of recent judicial decisions.
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THRIFTIQUE SHOWROOM IS OPEN (FOR LIMITED HOURS)
Open Wednesday-Friday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Social distancing practicing and masks required. New merchandise weekly!
NCJW/CLE’S WAREHOUSE IS OPEN FOR
“NO-CONTACT” DONATIONS!
Dates: Mondays and Thursdays ONLY
Times: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Guidelines:
- NCJW/CLE staff will not be permitted to handle any donations. Donors will need to unload their own vehicles.
- Donors should have all items in bags, boxes or on hangers and will need to place in properly-labeled receptacles.
- Donors should save any larger items for when staff can be of assistance.
- Donors are required to practice social distancing.
- Donors should not go to the warehouse if they have a cough, shortness of breath or any other COVID-19 symptoms.
Please call 216-378-2264 to schedule a free furniture pickup. We appreciate your patience as we keep everyone safe.
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DONATIONS REQUESTED FOR THE BARBARA MANDEL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND
Donations to this fund will support relief financing for identified NCJW/CLE project needs caused by COVID-19.
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SUPPORT NCJW WITH AMAZON SMILE
One of the easiest ways to support National Council of Jewish Women/Cleveland Section is to choose us as
your charity to support when shopping on amazon.com. Please make sure to click select for the National Council of Jewish Women Cleveland Section.
Still need help? Contact
Lisa Hayzlett
at
216-378-2204 and she can walk you through the process.
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RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Your renewal helps continue our social activism and community service.
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WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS:
Andrew Cappetta, Blanka Carrasco, Sheila Feld, Bernice Gandal, Joann Geisinger, Lindsay Gottlieb, Kate Kinkopf, Mirelynne Meiser, Marci Novak, Sheilah Rosen,
Gayle Routman
WE REGRET TO INFORM YOU OF THE PASSING OF:
Sarah Weintraub
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THE NCJW/CLE HIGH NOTES
PERFORM FOR MONTEFIORE RESIDENTS
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