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Good morning. This past Sunday marked the first anniversary of the tragedy in Pittsburgh. In memory of the 11 lives lost, more than 20,000 people around the world united to Pause With Pittsburgh in a moment of remembrance and solidarity. #RememberRepairTOGETHER.

On Tuesday evening, Federation's young adult network, CONNECT, completed a Holiday Helpers service project for Jewish Family Services. Blankets were assembled for JFS clients to use this winter season. Special thanks to Community Shlicha , Daniella Buchstaber and CONNECT Chair, Maddie Driban, for their coordination.

On Wednesday evening we welcomed back to Delaware national recording artist, Distant Cousins, who performed at Wilmington Brew Works. This free program attracted more than 50 members of the community who connected to Jewish music in great venue.

Federation's Create A Jewish Legacy completed its fourth year of building endowments for our community on Thursday. Special thanks to our partner agencies and synagogues for their assistance and support in securing the future of Jewish Delaware.

I hope to see you Saturday evening at the Siegel JCC's Quiz Bash where we will honor community leaders, Caryl and Jeff Stape!

Shabbat Shalom ,
Seth J. Katzen
Chief Executive Officer
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Ann Jaffe Fund for Tolerance & Education
NOVEMBER 10TH AT 2:00 PM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Nadine Epstein, Editor-In-Chief and CEO of Moment Magazine, will speak about Tipping the Scale of Human Nature toward Tolerance and Kindness. Program is free and open to the public, RSVP’s are requested. This program is sponsored by the Jewish Fund for the Future, the endowment arm of the Jewish Federation of Delaware. It is FREE and OPEN to the community. For more information, contact Gina Kozicki at Gina@ShalomDel.org or call (302) 427-2100. To make a gift to the Ann Jaffe Fund for Tolerane & Education, Click Here .
Friendsgiving Shabbat
NOVEMBER 15TH AT 6:00 PM
Community Shlichim Apartment

A celebratory Shabbat dinner with a Thanksgiving theme with CONNECT! This event is FREE, so just bring yourself and come hungry. :-) Address to event will be provided only to those who register. For more information or questions, contact Daniella@ShalomDel.org or call (302)427-2100.
Explorations With Einstein
NOVEMBER 17TH AT NOON
Delaware Museum of Natural History

Join us for a fun afternoon filled with stories, crafts and animals! For FREE admission to the museum, you must register. To Register or for more information, contact Lisa Kornblum at (302)478-5026 or Events@EinsteinDay.org .
Pittsburgh Yahrtzeit
NOVEMBER 20TH AT 7:00 PM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Join the community in prayer and learning for the Yahrtzeit (Anniversary) of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting. Guest speaker, Rabbi Cheryl Klein, retired rabbi Dor Hadash, Pittshburgh. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact: Rabbi Ellen Bernhardt, JCRC Director at Ellen@ShalomDel.org or call (302) 427-2100.
Create A Jewish Legacy Year 4 Celebration
NOVEMBER 21ST AT 6:00 PM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

We gratefully invite you to celebrate the culmination of CJL's Year 4 with Jewish Federation of Delaware. The evening will feature the presentation of our Book of Life, a delicious dinner* and a delightful program. Dinner couvert: $18. Register by November 13th. For questions, contact Shari@ShalomDel.org or call (302) 427-2100.
*All Kosher Dietary Laws will be observed. This event is open to all who have signed a Declaration of Intent (DOI) with registration.
Judy Gold At The Arden Concert Gild
NOVEMBER 23RD AT 8:00 PM
Arden Gild Hall
Upcoming Community
Events and Programs
JFS Memory Cafe
NOVEMBER 6TH AT 1:30 PM
Congregation Beth Emeth

A social gathering for people experiencing memory changes and their caregivers. Open to ALL; every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. For more information or to RSVP, contact Karen Commeret at Kcommeret@jfsdelaware.org or call (302)478-9411. Interested in volunteering? Contact Joyce Griffith at jgriffith@jfsdelaware.org or call (302)478-9411.
JFS Holiday Helpers Craft Day
NOVEMBER 7TH AT 8:15-11:30 AM & 7:00-9:00 PM
Jewish Family Services Wilmington Office

K Join Holiday Helpers to make no-sew blankets, hats, scarves and more to provide a little warmth and holiday cheer for our neighbors and clients in need. No skills required! Drop off your kids at school or join us after work for snacks and a fun, easy craft. For more information or to RSVP, contact Rachel Harad at jfsholidayhelpers@gmail.com .
Mini Bash
NOVEMBER 9TH AT 6:30 PM
Siegel JCC - Auditorium

Kids (Grades K-5) come celebrate your talents with us at the second ever Mini Bash! We'll learn, create, and celebrate together! Cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. For more information, contact BeckyStahl@SiegelJCC.org or call (302)478-5660.
CBS Men's Club Brunch Speaker Series
NOVEMBER 10TH AT 9:45 AM
Congregation Beth Shalom

Hear John Whiteside III, former FBI agent and author of "Fool’s Mate" tell the true story of two traitors working different sides of the Cold War. One is an arrogant, lonely U.S. Army soldier serving in the highly secretive National Security Agency. The other is an ambitious KGB officer with access to the U.S.S.R.’s most sensitive documents. Both betray their countries, but their fates and motivations are very different. Open to the community. Free for CBS Men's Club Members; $10 for non-members. For more information, contact dfruchtman@gmail.com .
Jewish Veteran's Monument Dedication
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH AT NOON
Beth Emeth Memorial Park
1220 Faulkland Rd

Join us for the dedication of a monument honoring the memory of the Jewish members of the Armed Forces of the United States of America who gave their lives preserving our freedom and democracy. Refreshments will be served following the dedication. For more information or questions, contact Richard Goldbaum at rgoldbaum@aol.com or (302) 475-5191.
Kutz Auxiliary Gala Brunch
NOVEMBER 10TH AT 11:00 AM
Wilmington Country Club

Join us for a delightful, all inclusive brunch hosted by Kutz Senior Living Campus Auxiliary. Enjoy Mimosa's, Bloody Mary's and Wine with music by Sam Nobles on upright bass and Tom Palmer on piano. Cost is $100 per person (tax deductible $35 per $100 Brunch Ticket). Make checks payable to Kutz Senior Living Campus Auxiliary. Proceeds will go towards two combination ovens for the Kutz Rehabilitation and Nursing Home's kitchen. Please RSVP by mail by Friday, October 25th to Michael Tannen, PO Box 9826, Wilmington, DE 19809. For more information, contact Peter at the Kutz Home at (302)764-7000.
Safe TALK Training for Teens
NOVEMBER 11TH AT 3:00 PM
Siegel JCC

Jewish Community of Delaware presents safeTALK training for teens. Training our teen community to help prevent suicide. SafeTALK is a 2.5 hour suicide alertness training which equips participants with the tools to help in times of crisis. Become a SafeTALK Ambassador, get educated, you could save a life. Light refreshments will be served. *Adults are invited to a second workshop at 6:30 PM.
Dinner at the J
NOVEMBER 12TH AT 5:45 PM
Siegel JCC Auditorium

Bring the family, and join us for dinner at the J! Enjoy fabulous music and a delicious dinner.
Judaism & The Mysteries Of Life, Death & The World Beyond
NOVEMBER 16TH STARTING AT 10:00 AM & NOVEMBER 17TH AT 1:00 PM
Seaside Jewish Community

Scholar-in-Residence Shabbaton with Reb Simcha Raphael. On Saturday, November 16th at 10 AM Shabbat Morning Services with Reb Lisa includes Dvar Torah - The Akedah as a near-death experience of transformation. 12 PM Lunch and Learn - Exploring Jewish views of the afterlife: contemporary implications. 8 PM Havdallah and Jewish ghost stories; note: this event will take place at St. Peter's Church, 2nd street, Lewes, DE. On Sunday, November 17th at 1 PM Afterlife and the renewal of Jewish death rituals; note: this event will take place at the Rehoboth Library, 305 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE. This program is made possible by a grant from the Jewish Federation of Delaware. For more information, call (302)226-8977 or visit SeasideJewishCommunity.com
Rabbi Jacob Kraft Educational Foundation of Congregation Beth Shalom Presents Nefesh Mountain In Concert
NOVEMBER 16TH AT 7:00 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

Nefesh Mountain features composed arrangement of a modern folk/bluegrass band with songs of the heart and sense of diversity, oneness and purpose for our world today. The program will begin with a Havdalah Service followed by a concert. This program is free and open to the community. For more information, contact Gary Harad at g27harad@hotmail.com or (302) 547-5665.
Trip to Notorious RBG Exhibition
NOVEMBER 18TH AT 11:30 AM
Siegel JCC

We're headed to the National American Museum of Jewish History in Philadelphia for the Ruth Bader Ginsburg exhibition. We'll take a 90-minute guided tour of the exhibit, followed by time to explore the rest of the museum. Lunch will be on your own at the Bourse Food Court prior to the tour.
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 Vice President,
Financial Resource Development
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.

Click here  to learn more about
Creating A Jewish Legacy.

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