Greetings!
We hope you'll join us this month for some very interesting events, discussions, social action, and fun!
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WRS Presents LOVE IS LOVE |
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Monday, February 14
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Join us on Valentine's Day!
This virtual special event celebrating love is love is led by Keshet Bay Area Education and Training Manager Randi Reed. Keshet envisions a world in which all LGBTQ Jews and our families can live with full equality, justice and dignity. By strengthening Jewish communities and equipping Jewish organizations with the skills and knowledge they need to make all LGBTQ Jews feel welcome, we work to ensure the full equality of all LGBTQ Jews and our families in Jewish life.
Towards that goal, a small amount of time will be spent talking about LGBTQ terms focusing on the breakdown of gender. And then look at selections from the Torah and Rabbinic literature that push us to think differently about the presence and power of gender diversity in our communities and history.
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This program is free. Your discretionary donation is most appreciated to support WRS programs and meaningful social actions. |
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WRS Presents Trivia Night |
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Sunday, February 27
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Our virtual Trivia Night is here again! Join us for a fun and entertaining evening featuring the best in questions, music, and visuals with trivia master Howard Rachelson.
The theme is general knowledge, including all categories from academic to entertainment, geography and history, current events and sports, movies and science, math, Judaica, literature and art.
There are no set teams, so don't worry about forming one. During the evening of the event, we'll go to multiple breakout rooms to give everyone a chance to get to know each other and to answer the questions as a group.
This is a free event. Your discretionary donation is most appreciated to support WRS programs and meaningful social action.
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WRS Presents Local Author
Catherine Ehrlich
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Monday, March 14
6:00PM - 7:00pm
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Join us for this virtual event with local author Catherine Ehrlich, who will speak about her book
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Following clues from her grandmother Irma's extraordinary memories, Catherine Ehrlich explores her outspoken Austrian grandparents’ influential lives at the crossroads of German and Jewish national movements. This cross-generational journey tracks a secret behind Irma’s escape from Vienna, joins paths with famous activists in Vienna, London, and the US, and reveals a deep heritage of empowered women. Part intimate personal memoir, part historical drama, this true story illuminates history we once thought we knew and leaves us with newfound respect for the bracing power of pride. |
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WRS Rosh Chodesh
A Special Holiday For Women
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The Rosh Chodesh Group
Tuesday, February 8
2:00pm - 3:30pm
“Whoever blesses the moon in its time welcomes
the presence of the Schechina (female Devine presence).”
Rosh Chodesh marks the beginning of each month by the appearance of the new moon. The talmud records this as a special holiday for women.
The February meeting will be led by Sheila Wheeler on the topic of compassionate communication based on the book Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg. This month's topic is Nonviolent Communication Part 2.
If you would like Zoom instruction, please join us at 1:30pm prior to the meeting.
Be part of our Rosh Chodesh group which meets each month to share women's perspectives on Torah, politics, ritual, music, prayer, and more in an intimate setting. d!
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Monday, February 7
7:30pm - 9:00pm
We meet the first Monday of
the month.
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The February WRS Book Club will discuss
The Hidden Palace: A Novel of the Golem and the Jinni
by Helene Wecker.
This is The Jewish Learning Works
2022 One Bay One Book selection.
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WRS Presents
LET'S TALK ABOUT JEWISH TIME
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This class explores the topic of Jewish Time with esteemed WRS Educator Claire Mikowski. Participants have the opportunity to discuss, to learn, and to engage with one another in a small group setting.
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by Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin, is discussed during class.
It is suggested that you read this book, but it is not necessary.
Sessions will be held on February 10 and March 10 from 7:00-8:00pm. If you would like to attend, please send us an email.
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Shop at the WRS Gift Shop |
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The Gift Shop is temporarily closed.
It will reopen Monday, February 7,
with all safety requirements in place for your comfort.
Give a love gift of a necklace that says “Ani L’Dodi v’dodi li” -
I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine. Hebrew on the front. English on the back.
If you attended the Hanukkah party and have a $5.00 gift card, email us to get a special code for ordering online.
Shop online for a great selection of Judaica for Shabbat, Havdallah, simchas, and all special occasions. If you order at the WRS website, delivery is available in Marin.
If you are shopping for a talit, you can make an appointment by email to come in to the shop, or if you don't see what you're looking for in the Gift Shop, please ask for assistance by email.
We will help you find just the right item, and your purchase will help fund the programs of the Women of Rodef Sholom.
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Sales staff needed in the WRS Gift Shop
Have you ever considered yourself behind the counter meeting folks coming into the JCC and helping someone find that special gift?
We need you now! Flexible shifts and a 20% discount on your purchases.
Thinking about it? Email our Volunteer Coordinator to find out more.
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Getting to know Gina DeAngelis |
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Gina is an attorney working on energy-related issues for the State of California, as she feels that’s where she can make a difference in people's lives.
HERSTORY
Gina grew up in a rural town near Lexington, Kentucky. Her mother, a college professor, was from Bolivia, and her family traveled extensively all over the world. Now Gina lives in San Anselmo. She has a son and a daughter.
Gina, a member of the Women of Rodeo Sholom for 8 years, became acquainted with WRS when she began stopping at our gift shop and met the friendly women working there. Every Chanukah she lights the electric menorah bought years ago at the gift shop, and she puts it in their window. During Covid, Gina started attending WRS Board meetings on Zoom. She is impressed with our members’ passion, the way meetings are conducted, and the openness of the members.
Gina’s mother and the joy of travel had a great influence on her life. She admires the Jewish poet Emma Lazarus, who comes from New York and Kentucky. It is Lazarus’ poem that is inscribed on the base of the Statue of Liberty.
Gina would love to invite three girlfriends for Shabbat dinner to enjoy her Challah, which they say is the best!
Gina loves the outdoors, especially hiking with her 2 year old terrier named Willa. Gardening and mountain biking make her happy.
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WRS Programming Team Meeting
Tuesday, February 15
5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Programming Team meets
the third Tuesday of the month.
Help us develop and plan virtual programming for the coming months. RSVP with your name and email to wrssisterhood@gmail.com, and the Zoom link for the meeting will be emailed to you. If you attend a meeting, you will be added to the distribution list for future meetings. Join us! We are stronger together.
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THANK YOU WRS PROGRAMMING TEAM:
Amy Friedricks, Angela Giacomini, Laura J. Giacomini, Antoinette Golbus, Susan Goldwasser, Antoinette Grimes, BettyAnn Kram, Barbara Kraus, Sheri Langer, Jen Levine, Alissa Ralston,
Fanny Stein, Sheila Wheeler.
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In Partnership
Social Justice and Civic Engagement
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Learn more about Congregation Rodef Sholom's social justice activities.
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Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
For more than six decades, the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (the RAC) has worked to educate, inspire, and mobilize the Reform Jewish Movement to advocate for social justice. More Information here.
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Marin Organizing Committee (MOC)
Delegates Assembly
Sunday, February 27
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join fellow MOC leaders, as we ratify our 2022 agenda of issues and launch our Sign Up and Take Charge campaign this election year.
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MOC consists of faith-based and nonprofit organizations that are working on social justice issues around renter protection, affordable housing, aging, and mental health within our community. Congregation Rodef Sholom is proud to be one of the founding members of MOC.
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We toured the Western Wall tunnels of Jerusalem on Zoom.
Our virtual tour of the Western Wall tunnels in Jerusalem was a hit with 67 households in attendance!
If you are interested in attending tours of Israel with a guide, look here for upcoming tours.
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