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FAMILY EVENTS FOR YOU

Sunday, February 9th Plant Science Party! Beth El Synagogue 14506 California Street, 68154 10-11:30 am Celebrate the birthday of the trees (Tu B'Shevat) with fun plant experiments & friends (0-preK) from all over Omaha! More Info

Saturday, February 22nd Havdalah Concert Temple Israel 13111 Sterling Ridge Dr, 68144 4:30-6 pm Say goodbye to Shabbat with Temple's musician-in-residence Jacob "Spike" Kraus, other families, and PJ Library! More Info

Sunday, March 1st Pre-Purim Bash Beth Israel 12604 Pacific Street, 68154 10-11:30 am Join us for art projects, a story, and other Purim activities with friends (0-preK) from all over Omaha! More Info

SAVE THE DATE: event for ages 8+

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Friday, February 7 - Beth El Pre-Neg & Tot Shabbat 5:30 PM & 6 PM, Beth El, 14506 California Street, Omaha, NE 68154

Saturday, February 22 - FED: Night in the "Country" Parent's Night Out 7:30 PM, various locations in Countryside Village (see link for details)

Sunday, February 23 - Temple Tots 10:30 AM, 13111 Sterling Ridge Dr, Omaha, Nebraska 68144

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RECIPES, CRAFTS & FAMILY FUN

A Tu B’Shevat Seder for Kids Taste and smell new foods, ask questions, and say blessings together all while celebrating Tu B’Shevat , the birthday of the trees. How to Plant a Tree Sapling During Cold Weather Taking care of a plant can help a child develop a sense of responsibility. With these easy tips , you will develop a green thumb in no time. What Are Your Family Values? PJ Library is launching a new initiative to help you talk about Jewish values with your kids, chock-full of resources and suggestions. Everything You Need to Know About Purim Purim is a fun holiday to enjoy at any age, with activities from baking to dressing up in costumes to making tons of noise! Here is what you need to know to get started . How to Make a Purim Gift Basket This month, each kid will receive a special in-the-envelope gift – a DIY mishloach manot kit! Purim baskets are a nice way to show others you care, and these tips will share ideas of how to fill them up.

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February’s PJ Our Way Books Check out PJ Our Way’s choices for February! Charlie Thorne’s adventures will put you on the edge of your seat, while Reuven’s brachot bee will have you rooting for him to succeed. Anna’s clever idea helps both her family and the war effort, while Jordan uses his unique gift to protect his village. Be it action, innovation, fantasy, or fun, you’re certain to find your next great read in this month’s picks. Choose your book by February 10th ! Introducing the 2020 PJ Our Way National Design Team! These 12 superstar kids were selected to create video trailers, polls, reviews, and blog posts for forthcoming books on the PJ Our Way website, and so much more.

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Got questions? New to the community or looking to make connections with other families? I can help! Jennie Gates Beckman (402) 334-6445 jbeckman@jewishomaha.org

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