May 5, 2023

14 Iyar  5783

Federation Announces 2023-2024 

Officer and Board Member Nominees

In accordance with the provisions of our Constitution, the Nominating Committee of the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville announces the following nominees to serve as officers and new members-at-large of the Board of Directors:

Additional nominations proposed by 25 or more members of the Federation (per the Constitution) must be received no later than May 13th, 2023. Such nominations should be sent to the nominating committee chair at shirsch5273@comcast.net, or to the President of the Federation, President@jewishnashville.org.

Candidates will be elected at the Federation Annual Meeting on June 7th, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Gordon JCC.

I would like to acknowledge the work of the nominating committee who have identified and vetted this year’s candidates.

Committee members are:

We hope to see you at the 87th Annual Meeting. Please RSVP below.

Steve Hirsch

Chair, Nominating Committee

Community Sing 2023!

Sunday, May 21 at 2 PM

Gordon JCC Pargh Auditorium

Join us in celebrating the 75th Yom HaAtzmaut, the anniversary of Israel's Independence! We will create a music video for the Matisyahu song, "One Day". Persons of all ages are welcome.

Thanks to Genesis Diamonds, the first 75 people to register will receive a Community Sing logo t-shirt at the event. Register here.

Community Book Read 

People Love Dead Jews by Dara Horn 

Join us for a community read of People Love Dead Jews, in preparation for author Dara Horn’s visit. Sign up for one of the dates listed below to join a conversation with discussion leaders.

Sunday, May 7th at 10 am, Moxy Hotel (by Vanderbilt) with Greg Averbuch leading the discussion. Bagel brunch will be served.

Tuesday, May 9th at 7 pm at the home of Allison Cutler (address will be disclosed after registration)

Wednesday, May 10th at 7 pm with Ron Galbraith at Congregation Micah for wine and appetizers.

The first 50 people to register will be provided with a copy of People Love Dead Jews and will have access to a private pre-reception on May 16^th with Dara Horn at 6:30 pm.

Register here.

NEW EPISODE ALERT

Conversation with Dara Horn, author of People Love Dead Jews

In this episode, host Barbara Dab, Editor of the Jewish Observer, speaks with author, historian, and scholar Dara Horn about her latest book, "People Love Dead Jews." They dive into Horn's notion that the world prefers to view Jews through the lens of ancient history and the Holocaust, rather than exploring the reality and richness of modern Jewish life and culture. The two also talk about Holocaust education and its impact on antisemitism. Listen here.

Join Jewish Nashville at Pride Festivals this June

For the 4^th year, Jewish Nashville will have a community booth at the Nashville Pride Festival on June 24th and 25th. 

We are excited to participate in two additional Pride festivals: one in Dickson, on June 10th and one in Franklin on June 3rd. 

If you would like to participate or volunteer at the Jewish Community booth at any or all of these festivals, please let us know HERE. 

American Jewish Identity

Tuesday, May 23rd

Zoom Event

Rabbis Laurie Rice and Joshua Kullock are hosting a discussion with Rabbi David Wolpe of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles on American Jewish Identity.

Register here.

Gordon JCC Nashville Jewish Food Festival

May 7

1 to 4 PM

Gordon JCC

Get ready to nosh! Jewish Federation is proud to help fund

The Nashville Jewish Food Fest, deli-style, on May 7! Fan favorites Butcher and Bee and Upstate Pierogi will return from last year plus Melissa Sostrin, East Tasty, and Feast/Louisa Shafia! We are excited to welcome Holy Smokes Artisanal Kosher as well!

Food tickets will be available at the event! Come hungry!

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