While we can't know what this New Year may bring, we do know the Jewish Federation of Northwest Indiana will continue to be there for our community—bringing nourishment to those who are hungry, comfort to those who are alone, healing and compassion to all those in need of support. Whether your wish is to provide help or to receive it, we are here.
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L'Shanah Tovah - Best wishes for a happy and healthy 5781
from our 2020 Board and Federation Staff
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown this Friday, September 18, 2020.
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Rosh Hashanah Meal Pickups: Please Come to the BACK
Friday, 11:30am-1:30pm
If you ordered Rosh Hashanah Meals-To-Go for pickup, please note that they will be distributed from the kitchen entrance on the east side (rear) of the building. When you enter the parking lot, take the first right and follow the driveway around to the left, to the 2nd set of double doors.
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NEXT THURSDAY! Join Us In Person For Our...
Community Outdoor Movie Night: Dough
Thursday, September 24 (weather permitting), 6:45pm
Generously sponsored by Myrna & Sy Sarowitz
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Dough (2016; 94 minutes): Curmudgeonly widower Nat Dayan (Jonathan Pryce) clings to his way of life as a Kosher bakery shop owner in London’s East End. Nat reluctantly enlists the help of teenager Ayyash (Jerome Holder), who has a secret side gig selling marijuana to help his immigrant mother make ends meet. When Ayyash accidentally drops his stash into the mixing dough, the challah starts flying off the shelves and an unlikely friendship forms between the old Jewish baker and his young Muslim apprentice. A warmhearted and humorous story about overcoming prejudice and finding redemption in unexpected places.
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Join us on the Federation lawn for a socially distanced fall movie night outdoors. Public health guidelines will be observed. We'll supply the individually wrapped snacks—and patio heaters! Bring your own masks (or we'll provide extras), lawn chairs and blankets.
Weather permitting. Make sure we have your RSVP in case of changes.
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Missed the program? Watch the recording!
Elul Virtual Learning Series, Session 5: "Gateway to a New Year"
Thursday, September 10, 4:30-5:30pm CT (via Zoom)
with Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov, Chabad of NWI (Munster)
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Please see federationonline.org/virtual for our favorite online resources and programs - no Facebook account or Zoom login required. Enjoy Jewish learning, arts, culture, and more.
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SlidingDors: A Partnership2Gether Program for 2nd Generation Survivors
If you are a Second Generation (2G) family member of a Holocaust Survivor and interested in participating or learning more about SlidingDors, please let us know by this Friday, September 18.
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We hope you read in the most recent Illiana News about Partnership2Gether Western Galilee's exciting new initiative, SlidingDors. Its goal is to connect US, Hungarian, and Israeli children of Holocaust survivors to discuss and share their unique Jewish identity in their own communities and with others in the Partnership.
Our local Community Contact person, Rosalie Levinson, writes: "I plan to have an in-person outdoors meeting while the weather permits, either late September or early October where I will provide greater detail about the program and where we can begin to get to know each other. Please contact me at rosalie.levinson@valpo.edu by September 18 if you are interested. I am also happy to call you to answer questions. Just email me your contact information."
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Federation's Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) presents:
"Women In Israel: A Model of Diversity"
with Ariella Rada, Israeli Consul for Academic and Community Affairs
Thursday, October 1, 7:00pm • via Zoom
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Join us October 1 for this inspiring and engaging talk!
Ariella Rada is the Consul for Academic and Community Affairs, Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest. Ms Rada joined the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2015. In 2016 she was appointed as the deputy chief of mission (DCM) of the Israeli embassy to Peru, where she was responsible for politics, press, culture and international aid. Ms. Rada was born to a Jewish family in Ethiopia and immigrated to Israel with her family in 1984. In addition to English and Hebrew, she also speaks Spanish and Amharic. She grew up most of her life in the southern city of Beer-Sheva. In the army she served as a commander of soldiers and trained new recruits. She holds an M.A. in Conflict Resolution from the Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya (IDC).
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INTRODUCING OUR 2020-21 VIRTUAL FILM SERIES |
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Film #1 & Talkback: They Ain’t Ready For Me
October 4-8 • Generously sponsored by Carol Culberg
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They Ain’t Ready for Me (2020; 89 mins) is the feature-length documentary about Tamar Manasseh, the vivacious African American rabbinical student who is leading the fight against senseless killings on the south side of Chicago.
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Virtual Screening (watch online on your own): Oct. 4–7
The film will be available to watch online at your convenience anytime during a 72-hour window, beginning at 8pm on Sunday, October 4. The link will be emailed to you on that Sunday.
Talkback (via Zoom): Thursday, October 8, 7:00pm
Featuring Tamar Manasseh & filmmaker Brad Rothschild in conversation with Carol Culberg. Zoom information will be sent after you RSVP.
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The Virtual Film Series will continue this winter and spring. Watch for 4 more virtual film selections! |
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Noar & Atid - Upcoming Youth Group Events |
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Noar - Grades 9-12
"How to Land in the Book of Life": A Discussion with Susan Tepperman via Zoom
Tuesday, September 22, 7-8:30pm
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Atid - Grades 6-8
Cooking with Chef David Lerner in the Federation Kitchen
Thursday, October 1, 6-8pm
We'll make our own fresh pasta!
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Home Meal Delivery
$8 per meal • Pay what you can or sponsor a neighbor
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To help us serve you better, please order by NOON ON FRIDAY for Monday deliveries and NOON ON TUESDAY for Wednesday deliveries. Orders received after that time will be fulfilled based on availability, first come first served.
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New Instructions for Meal Pickups: Please Come to the BACK
Now that K'Ton Ton is back in session, ALL Monday and Wednesday meals will be distributed from the kitchen entrance on the east side (rear) of the building. When you enter the parking lot, take the first right and follow the driveway around to the left, to the 2nd set of double doors. No need to get out of your car. After 12:30pm, please call (219) 301-0960 to let us know you are here.
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Meat week:
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Monday 9/21: Salisbury steak with mushroom sauce, mashed potatoes, green beans, cake
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Wednesday 9/23: Chicken pot pie, roll, fresh fruit
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Subject to change pending further public health mandates. As an essential human service agency, we will continue to offer meal and delivery service as long as we are able to remain open.
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Adult Friendship Club: Zoom Social Hour
Wednesdays at 1pm: Sept 23, 30 (via Zoom).
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Now using the same meeting info every week! At 1pm, visit zoom.us/join or open the Zoom app on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, and enter:
Meeting ID: 815 6566 7181
Web Passcode: 8ugKTx
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Our 1pm Zoom calls now include special activities!
- Sept. 23: Jewish Jeopardy
- Sept. 30: Crafts with Pat: Mason Jar Tealight Lantern
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OR to join audio-only from any phone, no app required, call +1-312-626-6799 and enter:
Meeting ID: 815 6566 7181 #
Phone Passcode: 924758 #
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Save the Dates at Federation |
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Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center—Virtual Exhibition Tour
“Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg”
Sunday, October 18 • 11:00am • via Zoom
Introduction by Rosalie Levinson • Sponsored by Prime Timers
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Federation Book Club 2020, Selection #8:
The Gown: A Novel of the Royal Wedding by Jennifer Robson
Monday, October 26 • 7:00pm • via Zoom
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Courtesy announcements are included on request only, and at the discretion of the Federation. If you have an event to publicize to the wider community, please send the information to Erica Yakovetz at erica@federationonline.org. Federation does not endorse the content or opinions contained in any program or activity.
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EVENTS FROM OUR CONGREGATIONS |
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High Holidays at Temple Israel
This is an unprecedented year and we want the safest environment for all, so we will be conducting High Holiday services through Zoom and Facebook Live. Each service will last approximately one hour. We hope you'll join us! Please contact templeisraelmiller@gmail.com for the Zoom and High Holiday Prayer Book links.
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Friday, September 18 @ 7pm
Rosh Hashanah: Saturday, September 19 @ 10am
Kever Avot: Sunday, September 20 @ 10am
(services in person at Portage cemetery)
Kol Nidre: Sunday, September 27 @ 7pm
Yom Kippur: Monday, September 28 @ 10am
Yizkor, Ne'ilah: Monday, September 28 @ 5pm
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Kabbalat Shabbat Service via Zoom
Fridays at 6:00pm
Shabbat Morning Services via Zoom
Saturdays at 10:30am
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CHABAD OF NORTHWEST INDIANA |
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High Holidays @ Chabad
Due to continued COVID-19 precautions, all services will be held outdoors and social distancing will be practiced. For those still uncomfortable being around other people for a long service, we are offering a shortened service in the afternoon of the second day of Rosh Hashanah. Additionally, we will have a special children and family service on the second day, with entertainment and snacks. More details to be sent out separately. So whatever your High Holiday needs: we've got you covered! More info: https://www.chabadnwind.com/highholidays
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Women's Class
Tuesdays at 10:00am (biweekly)
Chanie's class for women has resumed, meeting bi-weekly for now, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM, outdoors and observing social distancing. Email chanie@chabadnwind.com for address and directions.
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SINAI TEMPLE OF MICHIGAN CITY
Weekly Virtual Shabbat Services
Fridays at 7:00pm
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TEMPLE ISRAEL - VALPARAISO
Friday Night Service & Sermon
A new service will be presented every other week.
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Food Pantry Needs
Our Federation Food Pantry is always in need of donations of pantry staples, household cleaning supplies and toiletries. Monetary donations are also appreciated and can be made online:
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