Temple Groups

Sisterhood

General Information

Sisterhood is the collective presence, voice, and strength of the women of Congregation Shalom. It is the organization of the women of our congregation who meet and work together for the benefit of our temple, our community, and Reform Judaism worldwide. We come together for social activities and for study, as well as for the growth of the individual, so that each may find an opportunity to fulfill her potential as a person and as a Jewish woman.

At Congregation Shalom, Sisterhood means:

• being part of our temple, our community, and of Women of Reform Judaism. (Through WRJ, we are joining together with 75,000 Reform Jewish women who make their voices heard and their actions felt);
• meeting and working with other women on programs that benefit our congregation and our community;
• friendship, study, advocacy, and social activities; and
• opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment in a Jewish atmosphere.

 

Message from Sisterhood President

Andy Muchin’s April 7th presentation, "The Milchig State: 200 Years of Jewish Life in Wisconsin," was excellent. We were pleased with such a good turnout and wealth of questions about Andy’s research throughout the state. I trust you were fortunate enough to join us.

And I hope you have made a reservation for our annual Sisterhood Spring Dinner Program on Monday, May 5th. After a wine reception and delicious dinner, we will enjoy "The Best of Broadway," a delightful performance of selections from popular Broadway musicals. The three professional singers, two of whom are members of the Chicago Lyric Opera Chorus, also perform at the Italian Community Center’s Summer Courtyard Broadway Series. I extend my appreciation to co-chairs Judy Joseph and Jean Jacobsohn, as well as numerous volunteers who will assist with this program. which is the deadline for sending your Uniongram orders to Harriet Berger. To honor our confirmation students in local congregations, Congregation Shalom Sisterhood assembles a lovely booklet of Uniongrams for each student being confirmed. By adding your personal greeting in these booklets, you can contribute your kind thoughts and good wishes to the confirmands. If you have any questions, please contact Harriet at 414-352-8122.

In addition, your Uniongram donation goes directly to support the WRJ’s YES Fund (Youth, Education and Special Projects). This Fund represents WRJ’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the institutions of Reform Judaism and support its future leadership. For example, the YES Fund serves the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) and KESHER, assists rabbinic students at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion through scholarships, and supports innovative projects for Sisterhood leadership development and religious education.

Another important May date to remember is Monday, May 19th

And as various simchas occur, don’t forget to shop at Traditions, our Congregation Shalom Sisterhood Gift Shop. The hours are Monday–Friday (10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.), Monday–Thursday (3:00–5:30 p.m.), and Sunday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Many thanks to Bunny Cohen, Joan Lozoff, Judy Nelson, and the many volunteers who manage and staff the gift shop. Take a look and see what a fabulous array of gifts is available! 

I look forward to seeing you in May. As always, please feel free to share your ideas with me or anyone else who is active in Sisterhood.

Anne Wright

 

 

No Stress Book Club

The No Stress Book Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m. You do not have to read the book to attend our sessions. The next meeting will be Thursday, September 28th. Contact Marilyn Berman for information.

No Stress Book Club Book List

The No Stress Book Club has picked the following books for the first four months of the 2007-2008 year. The rest will be announced at a later date. We meet the fourth Thursday of the month from October through June at 1:00 p.m. in the choir room. Everyone is welcome to join us.

October 25th             Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
November 29th          The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
December 27th          Astrid and Veronica by Linda Olsson
January 24th             Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky
February 28th           The Invisible Wall by Harry Bernstein
March 27th                The Yiddish Policeman's Union by Michael Chabon
April 24th                  Speak No Evil by Rachel Krich
May 22nd                  Rashi's Daughters- Joheved by Maggie Anton
June 26th                  We will pick books for 2009-2010 

 

Traditions

Traditions is the Sisterhood-run gift shop located in the Nash Administrative Wing. The gift shop carries a variety of Judica items as well as great gift ideas for all the holidays. Traditions is open all year round, click here to see a list of their hours. For more information please call 414-352-9288, ext. 116.

 

Membership Information

If you are interested in joining Shalom's sisterhood please contact Jean Jacobsohn at 262-242-0931.

 

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, August 29th  Chaplaincy Lunch

Monday, October 1st  Evening in the Sukkah featuring author Bob Kahn "Lizzie Kander & the Settlement Cook book"

Monday, November 12th  Chef Demonstration by Chef Becca Guralnick (Paid Up Member Event)

Monday, January 21st  Tu B'Shevat Seder

Sunday, January 27th  Learn the Answers BEFORE Your Daughters or granddaughters Ask "Difficult" questions, presented by Susan Esser Greenberg 

Friday, February 22nd  Sisterhood Shabbat

Friday-Sunday, April 4-6th  Sisterhood District Kallah at OSRUI

Monday, April 7th  History of our Wisconsin small Jewish Communities with journalist Andy Muchin

Monday, May 5th Spring Dinner, Broadway Program

 

 

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