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5/10/2008

04:00 PM
- 05:30 PM
  

JCC's got Shabbat? (5-10-08)

JCC's got Shabbat? Saturday, May 10, 2008 4:00-5:30 p.m. Ezra Habonim Niles Township Congregation, 4500 Dempster Street Skokie IL 60076 847-412-4225 Make Saturday afternoon a time to relax and reconnect with your family. JCC’s got Shabbat? program is filled with fun, food, Shabbat songs and The Story Book Mom Nili Yelin. This program is open to the community FREE of charge. (Projects designed for families with children 4-8, but all are welcome.) Susan Ellenby 847-412-4225 sellenby@gojcc.org

Location:
Ezra Habonim Niles Township Congregation
4500 Dempster Street
Skokie, IL 60076

Contact:
Susan Ellenby
Phone: 847-412-4225
E-mail: sellenby@gojcc.org

5/10/2008

07:30 PM
  

An ARTrageous Evening of Art

Come enjoy hors d'oeuvres and desserts while viewing a stunning collection of incredibly affordable art. Preview begins at 7:30 p.m., the auction will start at 8:30 p.m. All proceeds will benefit West Suburban Temple Har Zion. Prize art collection includes works by: Agam, Kincade, Scott, Dali, Erte, Rockwell, Chagall, Neiman, Raad, Buckels, Miro, Delacroix, Patricia, McKnight, Vasarely, and Picasso. Our auctioneer will conduct an informative, entertaining event. Come early, browse, mingle, enjoy! Price to attend is $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. Call 708-366-9000 to RSVP or for more information.

Location:
West Suburban Temple Har Zion
1040 N. Harlem Ave.
River Forest, IL 60305

Contact:
Carol Serber
Phone: 708-366-9000
E-mail: office@wsthz.org

5/11/2008

09:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
  

Adult Hebrew (5/11/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 9/16/2007 and 5/18/2008

Learn or brush up on your Hebrew skills. Temple Jeremiah offers three levels of Adult Hebrew. The classes run concurrently with Religious School. Perfect for the novice, Beginning Hebrew covers the Aleph-Bet through prayer reading and is held from 9:00 to 9:55 a.m. Hebrew Through Prayer, offered from 10:00 to 10:55 a.m., allows you to master your prayer book and Torah reading skills. Hebrew Through Prayer/Beginning Conversational Hebrew, offered from 11:00 to 11:55 a.m., covers prayer book and Torah reading as well as Hebrew grammar and conversational Hebrew. Those who cannot commit to a year-long program may sign up for one semester only. Cost per semester (including materials) is $100 for temple members and $150 for non-members.

Location:
937 Happ Road
Northfield, IL 60093

Contact:
Temple Jeremiah
Phone: 847-441-5760
E-mail: office@templejeremiah.org

Web Page

5/11/2008

06:30 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

JSS Social Bowling (5/11/2008)

This event occurs monthly between 11/24/2007 and 5/11/2008

Jewish Social Singles, a social singles club offers Jewish singles aged 21+ an alternative to impersonal computers and expensive dating organizations. JSS prides itself on quality events at reasonable prices. The group reaches out to singles in the Chicago area including all the neighboring suburban areas. The group strives to create friendships and bring people together who might not have the opportunity to meet. Social Bowling league prices - $20 for league members, $25 for non league members. Dates: Nov. 11 and 25, Dec. 9and 23, Jan. 13 and 27, Feb. 10 and 24

Location:
10 S. Waukegan Road
Brunswick Zone behind the Deerbrook Mall
Deerfield, IL 60015

Contact:
Helen Hirschfeld
Phone: 847-757-1299
E-mail: hrainbowh@aol.com

5/11/2008

07:00 PM
  

Dr. Avivah Zornberg (5-11)

The Torah Learning Center of Northbrook presents the Ruth Fiddler Memorial Lecture featuring Dr. Avivah Zornberg. Lecture titled, "Letters from an unknown woman: Joseph's dream". $15 in advance by May8th, $20 at the door. Call 847-272-7255 or go to torahlearningcenter.com to purchase tickets.

Location:
2095 Landwehr Rd.
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Ali Rosenthal
Phone: 773-612-7004
E-mail: alirosenthal@yahoo.com

Web Page

5/12/2008

  

Dancing the Dream

Hadassah Chicago Chapter will host the internationally acclaimed Berlin –Jaffa dance performance, co-production between De De Dance Company from Israel and Wee Dance Company from Berlin, enhanced by the participation of disadvantaged youngsters from Hadassah Neurim Youth Village in Israel, in celebration of Israel’s 60th Anniversary.

Location:
North Shore Center for Performing Arts
Skokie, IL 60076

Contact:
Debby Oshri
Phone: 847-675-6790
E-mail: debby.oshri@hadassah.org

5/12/2008

09:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
  

Starting Over, Adjusting to Life in USA (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 3/31/08 and 6/30/08

Starting Over, Adjusting to Life in the USA. Mondays, 9:30-11am. Drop-in group for Russian-speaking immigrants 55+ from the Former Soviet Union. No fee. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Sheri Fox, LCSW, and Lina Kotlyar, 773.866.5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Lina Kotlyar
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: SheriFox@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

01:00 PM
- 02:30 PM
  

Coffee & Conversation for Holocaust Survivors--Mondays (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 3/31/08 and 6/30/08

Coffee and Conversation for Holocaust Survivors -- Mondays. 1:00-2:30pm. Discussion includes challenges of aging, politics and current events, news from Israel, and family celebrations. Holocaust Memorial Foundation, 4255 Main Street, Skokie. No fee. Sheri Fox, LCSW, David Bier, MSW, 847.568.5200. www.jcfs.org

Location:
4255 Main Street
Skokie, IL 60076

Contact:
Sheri Fox, LCSW
Phone: 847-568-5200
E-mail: SheriFox@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

06:00 PM
- 07:00 PM
  

Teen Talk, for Teens Ages 13-16 (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 3/31/08 and 5/19/08

Teen Talk, for Teens Ages 13-16. Mondays, March 31 to May 19, 6:00-7:00pm. 8-week group provides relational experience for teens who need opportunities to build friendships and confidence in relationships. Group helps them express feelings in creative and fun way and show them they are not alone. $200 series fee, scholarships available. Parent support group offered at same time. 3145 Pratt Blvd., Chicago. Catherine Barnhart, PsyD, 773.467.3765. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3145 Pratt Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Catherine Barnhart, PsyD
Phone: 773-467-3765
E-mail: CatherineBarnhart@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

06:00 PM
- 07:00 PM
  

Parent Support Group (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 3/31/08 and 5/19/08

Parent Support Group. Mondays, March 31 to May 19, 6:00-7:00pm. All parents are welcome to join 8-week group discussion about both common issues that arise at home as well as education on specific child development or parenting topics. Group enhances parents’ confidence, skills and knowledge. $120 series fee, if your child is not enrolled in a group. 3145 Pratt Blvd., Chicago. Catherine Barnhart, PsyD, JCFS, 773.467.3765. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3145 Pratt Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Catherine Barnhart, PsyD
Phone: 773-467-3765
E-mail: CatherineBarnhart@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

06:00 PM
- 07:00 PM
  

Boys Club, Boys Ages 8-12 (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 3/31/08 and 5/19/08

Boys Club, Boys Ages 8-12. Mondays, March 31-May 19, 6:00-7:00pm. 8-week group focuses on developing friendships, enhancing self-esteem and confidence, and resolving conflicts with peers through enjoyable social experiences. Whether your child is a victim of bullying, bullies others, has trouble managing anger, or has difficulty making or keeping friends, group offers opportunities to develop social skills and relate better with peers. Meeting with group leader required before group starts. 8-week group, $200 series fee, scholarships available. 3145 Pratt Blvd., Chicago. Catherine Barnhart, PsyD., 773.467.3765. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3145 Pratt Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Catherine Barnhart, PsyD
Phone: 773-467-3765
E-mail: CatherineBarnhart@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

07:00 PM
- 08:30 PM
  

Beyond Limit-Setting and Discipline (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 3/31/08 and 6/30/08

Beyond Limit-Setting and Discipline. Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm. Ongoing parenting group helps strategize developmentally appropriate child-rearing techniques. Group for participants who have already taken an introductory parenting group. $15 per session fee. 3145 Pratt, Chicago. Robin Davis, MS, 773.761.4550.

Location:
3145 Pratt Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robin Davis, MS
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: RobinDavis@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

07:30 PM
  

Dr. Avivah Zornberg (5-12)

The Torah Learning Center of Northbrook presents the Ruth Fiddler Memorial Lecture featuring Dr. Avivah Zornberg. Lecture titled, "'Let me see that good land': The story of a human life". $15 in advance by May8th, $20 at the door. Sponsorship opportunities still available. Call 847-272-7255 or go to torahlearningcenter.com for more information or to purchase tickets.

Location:
2095 Landwehr Rd.
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Ali Rosenthal
Phone: 773-612-7004
E-mail: alirosenthal@yahoo.com

Web Page

5/12/2008

07:30 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

Helping Your Children Deal with Your Dating or Remarriage (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/28/08 and 6/2/08

Helping Your Children Deal with Your Dating or Remarriage. Mondays, April 28-June 2, 7:30-9:00pm. Discussion group helps you ease transition and deal with competition, loyalties and resistance that your children might feel as you connect with someone outside family and move on. $90 series fee for 6-week group. JCFS, 85 Revere Drive, Suite J, Northbrook. Tema Rosenblum LSW, 847.272.2882. www.jcfs.org.

Location:
85 Revere Drive, Suite J
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Tema Rosenblum, LSW
Phone: 847-272-2882
E-mail: TemaRosenblum@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/12/2008

07:30 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

Dealing with Separation & Divorce (5/12/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/9/08 and 5/14/08

Dealing with Separation and Divorce. Mondays, April 9-May 14, 7:30-9:00pm. Join others to discuss feelings of anger, guilt and grief, coping with loss and change, managing relationships with family and friends and planning the future. 6-week group, $90 series fee. JCFS, 1156 Shure Drive, Suite 180, Arlington Heights. Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, 847.392.8820. www.jcfs.org

Location:
1156 Shure Drive, Suite 180
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Contact:
Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW
Phone: 847-392-8820
E-mail: RosalieGreenberger@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

10:15 AM
- 11:45 AM
  

Israel Behind the Headlines (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 5/13/2008 and 5/20/2008

Lectures Tuesdays, May 13 and 20 10:15-11:45 am. Oasis presents Moshe Pomerantz. "Israel's Unique Democracy", current news and analysis behind today's headlines (05/13) and "The Israel Defence Forces & Memories of a Veteran of the Six Day War", (05/20). Oasis at Northbrook Court (across from Macy's on the second floor). Contact Oasis at 847.509.9340 for information and registration

Location:
Oasis at Northbrook Court
Across from Macy's
Northbrook, IL 60052

Contact:
M. Pomerantz
Phone: 773-885-7301
E-mail: mpomeran@megsinet.net

5/13/2008

01:00 PM
- 02:00 PM
  

Lakeshore Mercaz, featuring concert by Alberto Mizrahi

As a part of the Lakeshore Mercaz: A Center for Older Jewish Adults, world-renowned tenor Alberto Mizrahi, one of the leading interpreters of Jewish music and current Hazzan of the historic Anshe Emet Synagogue, will give a free concert on Tuesday, May 13, at 1 p.m. Mizrahi has thrilled audiences worldwide in recitals, symphony concerts, and opera. Affectionally known as the “Jewish Pavarotti,” Mizrahi's repertoire, spanning nine languages, makes his performances unique in the field. He is featured in the PBS gala USA/Europe televised performance of CANTORS: a faith in song, from the Spanish Portuguese Synagogue, in Amsterdam.

Location:
Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60613

Contact:
Jeremy Barewin
Phone: 773-508-1026
E-mail: jeremy.barewin@cje.net

Web Page

5/13/2008

01:30 PM
- 03:00 PM
  

Get Together for Parents & Children Ages 4 & Under--Tuesday Afternoons (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/1/08 and 6/1/08

Get Together for Parents & Children Ages 4 and Under--Tuesday Afternoons. 1:30-3:00pm. Join other parents to ask early childhood specialists questions and socialize. $10 per session. JCFS, 3033 W. Touhy, Chicago. Robin Davis, MS. 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robin Davis, MS
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: RobinDavis@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

03:00 PM
- 04:30 PM
  

Coping with Depression (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/8/08 and 6/10/08

Coping with Depression. Tuesdays, April 8-June10, 3:00-4:30pm. Group focuses on depression--its causes and its effects--offers techniques for coping, and includes spiritual and experiential components. Open to all, and members may join at any time. 10-week group, $150 series fee. JCFS, 3525 Peterson, 4th floor, Chicago. Susan Livingstone, LCSW, 773.866.5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3525 Peterson
Chicago, IL 60659

Contact:
Susan Livingstone, LCSW
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: SusanLivingstone@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

04:30 PM
- 05:45 PM
  

Boys Therapy Group--Tuesdays (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/1/08 and 7/1/08

Boys Therapy Group—Tuesdays. 4:30-5:45pm. Long term group process opportunity for boys who have difficulties in group settings. Boys will enhance their social skills and practice their interactive and problem-solving skills in a safe supportive environment. $50 per session. Meeting with group leader required before registration. JCFS, 3033 Touhy, Chicago. Robin Davis, MS, 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robin Davis, MS
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: RobinDavis@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

05:30 PM
  

Foods & Hospitality Division Dinner

You are cordially invited to attend the Foods & Hospitality Division Dinner on behalf of the 2008 Jewish United Fund-Israel Emergency Fund.

Location:
Spertus Institute
610 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL

Contact:
Benjamin Kaplan
Phone: 312-444-2849
E-mail: tip@juf.org

Register Online | Invitation (PDF)

5/13/2008

06:15 PM
- 07:30 PM
  

Boys Club, Boys Ages 8-12 (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/15/08 and 6/3/08

Boys Club, Boys Ages 8-12. Tuesdays, April 15-June 3, 6:30-7:30pm. 8-week group focuses on developing friendships, enhancing self-esteem and confidence, and resolving conflicts with peers through enjoyable social experiences. Whether your child is a victim of bullying, bullies others, has trouble managing anger, or has difficulty making or keeping friends, group offers opportunities to develop social skills and relate better with peers. Meeting with group leader required before group starts. 8-week group, $200 series fee, scholarships available. JCFS, 255 Revere Drive, Suite 200, Northbrook. Melissa James, Psy.D., 847.412.4396. www.jcfs.org

Location:
255 Revere Drive, Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Melissa James, PsyD
Phone: 847-412-4396
E-mail: MelissaJames@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

06:30 PM
- 07:30 PM
  

Teen Talk, for Teens Ages 13-16 (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/15/08 and 6/3/08

Teen Talk, for Teens Ages 13-16. Tuesdays, April 15-June 3, 6:30-7:30pm. 8-week group provides relational experience for teens who need opportunities to build friendships and confidence in relationships. Group helps them express feelings in creative and fun ways and show them they are not alone. $200 series fee, scholarships available. Parent support group offered at same time. JCFS, 255 Revere Drive, Suite 200, Northbrook. Melissa James, PsyD, 847.412.4396. www.jcfs.org

Location:
255 Revere Drive, Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Melissa James, PsyD
Phone: 847-412-4396
E-mail: MelissaJames@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

06:30 PM
- 07:30 PM
  

Parent Support Group (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/15/08 and 6/3/08

Parent Support Group. Tuesdays, April 15-June 3, 6:30-7:30pm. All parents are welcome to join 8-week group discussion about both common issues that arise at home as well as education on specific child development or parenting topics. Group enhances parents’ confidence, skills and knowledge. $120 series fee, if your child is not enrolled in a group. JCFS, 255 Revere Drive, Suite 200, Northbrook. Melissa James, PsyD, 847.412.4396. www.jcfs.org

Location:
255 Revere Drive, Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Melissa James, PsyD
Phone: 847-412-4396
E-mail: MelissaJames@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

07:00 PM
- 08:30 PM
  

Living with the Alcoholic/Addict (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/15/08 and 5/27/08

Living with the Alcoholic/Addict. Tuesdays, April 15-May 27, 7:00-8:30pm. Group for spouses/partners of alcoholics/addicts who may be actively abusing alcohol and other drugs or may be working on a 12-step Recovery program. Group educates and empowers family members to find a path toward healing and recovery. 6-week group, $90 series fee. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Marcy Cohn, LCSW, CADC, 847.568.5200. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Marcy Cohn, LCSW
Phone: 847-568-5200
E-mail: MarcyCohn@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

07:30 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

Relating to Aging Parents

Relating to Aging Parents. Tuesdays, May 13-May 20, 7:30-9:00pm. Relating to Aging Parents. Join others to explore ways of staying close to aging parents, and discuss ways and resources for dealing with present and future changes. $30 fee for 2-week group. Anita M. Stone JCC, 3400 W. 196th Street, Flossmoor; 708.799.5035. Group leader, Robyn Kaplan Seidman, LCSW, JCFS, 773.866.5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3400 W. 196th Street
Flossmoor, IL 60422

Contact:
Robyn Seidman, LCSW
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: RobynSeidman@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/13/2008

07:30 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

JLI course "Talmudic Ethics" (5/13/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 5/13/2008 and 6/17/2008

The Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) begins its six week course “Talmudic Ethics: finding your way to good decisions". When your heart is pulled in two directions, how do you know which tug to follow? The Talmud lays down principles that can help you disentangle warring intuitions so that you can clearly discern right from wrong. Experience the fascinating application of law and logic as the rabbis struggle to determine what is just. Attention lawyers: this course accredited for 8.75 CLE credits. Course also available at other Chicago and suburban locations.

Location:
Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook
755 Huehl Rd Rd (corner Dundee Rd)
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Rabbi Meir Moscowitz
Phone: 847-564-8770
E-mail: JLI@ChabadNorthbrook.com

Web Page

5/14/2008

08:30 AM
- 10:00 AM
  

Being Financially Savvy at Every Age

While different stages of life may require different approaches to your finances, proper planning is essential no matter what generation you're from. Learn about five steps that can help keep your finances in check and your financial plan on track.

Location:
The Ritz-Carlton Chicago
160 E. Pearson Street
Chicago, IL 60606

Contact:
Barbara Finder
Phone: 312-648-3497
E-mail: kylie.d.lepley@smithbarney.com

5/14/2008

10:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
  

JLI course "Talmudic Ethics" (5/14/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 5/14/2008 and 6/18/2008

The Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) begins its six week course “Talmudic Ethics: finding your way to good decisions". When your heart is pulled in two directions, how do you know which tug to follow? The Talmud lays down principles that can help you disentangle warring intuitions so that you can clearly discern right from wrong. Experience the fascinating application of law and logic as the rabbis struggle to determine what is just. Attention lawyers: this course accredited for 8.75 CLE credits. Course also available at other Chicago and suburban locations.

Location:
755 Huehl Rd (corner Dundee)
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Rabbi Meir Moscowitz
Phone: 847-564-8770
E-mail: JLI@chabadnorthbrook.com

Web Page

5/14/2008

10:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
  

Senior Drop-In Group--Skokie/Wednesdays (5/14/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/2/08 and 7/2/08

Senior Drop-In Group—Skokie. Wednesdays, 10:30am-12:00 noon. Discuss politics, current events, health, relationships, etc. $7 per session fee. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Emily Burchfield, LPC, AMFT. 847.468.5105. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Emily Burchfield, LPC
Phone: 847-568-5105
E-mail: EmilyBurchfield@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/14/2008

12:00 PM
- 01:30 PM
  

JLI for Attorneys "Talmudic Ethics" 8.75 CLE credits (5/14/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 5/14/2008 and 6/18/2008

The Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) begins its six week course “Talmudic Ethics: finding your way to good decisions". This course accredited for 8.75 CLE credits. When your heart is pulled in two directions, how do you know which tug to follow? The Talmud lays down principles that can help you disentangle warring intuitions so that you can clearly discern right from wrong. Experience the fascinating application of law and logic as the rabbis struggle to determine what is just. Course also available at other Chicago and suburban locations.

Location:
Law Offices
555 Skokie Blvd # 500
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Rabbi Meir Moscowitz
Phone: 847-564-8770
E-mail: JLI@chabadnorthbrook.com

Web Page

5/14/2008

12:00 PM
  

Fundraising Concert: "Broadway Show Tunes"

Enjoy the sounds of swing era medleys and Broadways musicals such as “Oklahoma” and “My Fair Lady” while donating to a worthy cause at Temple Jeremiah’s “Chai Society” lunch and concert at 12 p.m., Wed., May 14 at 937 Happ Rd., Northfield. Music will be performed by the New Horizons, a 25-member senior band from Winnetka, along with Temple Jeremiah’s Cantor Amy Zussman and Music Director David Lornson. The temple’s Brotherhood and Sisterhood are co-hosting this event. Cost of $18 per person includes lunch and the concert. Proceeds will go toward purchase of a compact fire truck for Israel’s Fire and Rescue Service on behalf of the Jewish National Fund.

Location:
937 Happ Road
Northfield, IL 60093

Contact:
Temple Jeremiah
Phone: 847-441-5760
E-mail: office@templejeremiah.org

Web Page

5/14/2008

01:30 PM
- 02:30 PM
  

Surviving the Loss of a Spouse--Drop-In Group (5/14/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/16/08 and 6/25/08

Surviving the Loss of a Spouse—Drop-In Group. Wednesdays, starting April 16, 1:30-2:30pm. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing family and social relationships and staying healthy. Ongoing group for those whose spouse has died within past year and a half. $7 per session. JCFS, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, 847.392. 8820. www.jcfs.org

Location:
1156 Shure Drive, Suite 180
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Contact:
Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW
Phone: 847-392-8820
E-mail: RosalieGreenberger@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/14/2008

03:00 PM
- 04:30 PM
  

Coffee & Conversation for Holocaust Survivors--Wednesdays (5/14/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/2/08 and 7/2/08

Coffee and Conversation for Holocaust Survivors – Wednesdays. 3-4:30pm. Discussion includes challenges of aging, politics and current events, news from Israel, and family celebrations. Free. JCFS/CJE, 3525 W. Peterson, 4th floor, Chicago. Robyn Kaplan Seidman, LCSW, and Barbara Urbanska-Yeager, 773.866.5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3525 Peterson
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robyn Seidman, LCSW
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: RobynSeidman@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/14/2008

04:30 PM
- 05:45 PM
  

Boys Therapy Group--Wednesdays (5/14/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/2/08 and 7/2/08

Boys Therapy Group—Wednesdays. 4:30-5:45pm. Long term group process opportunity for boys who have difficulties in group settings. Boys will enhance their social skills and practice their interactive and problem-solving skills in a safe supportive environment. $50 per session. Meeting with group leader required before registration. JCFS, 3033 Touhy, Chicago. Maggie Faulkenberry, M.Ed., 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Maggie Faulkenberry, M.Ed.
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: MaggieFaulkenberry@jcfs.org

Web Page

5/14/2008

05:30 PM
  

Wholesalers, Retailers & Manufacturers Division Dinner

You are cordially invited to attend the Wholesalers, Retailers & Manufacturers Division Dinner on behalf of the 2008 Jewish United Fund-Israel Emergency Fund. With guest speaker Steve Forbes, Editor-in-chief of Forbes Magazine.

Location:
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Contact:
Benjamin Kaplan
Phone: 312-444-2849
E-mail: tip@juf.org

Register Online | Invitation (PDF)

5/14/2008

05:30 PM
  

Real Estate & Building Trades Division Dinner

You are cordially invited to attend the Real Estate & Building Trades Division Dinner on behalf of the 2008 Jewish United Fund-Israel Emergency Fund. With guest speakers Steve Forbes, Editor-in-chief of Forbes Magazine

Location:
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Contact:
Robyn Gottlieb
Phone: 312-357-4961
E-mail: RealEstate@juf.org

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5/14/2008

05:30 PM
  

Marketing & Media Division Dinner

You are cordially invited to attend the Marketing & Media Division Dinner on behalf of the 2008 Jewish United Fund-Israel Emergency Fund. With guest speaker Steve Forbes, Editor-in-chief of Forbes Magazine.

Location:
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Contact:
Benjamin Kaplan
Phone: 312-444-2849
E-mail: tip@juf.org

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5/14/2008

05:30 PM
  

High Tech Division Dinner

You are cordially invited to attend the High Tech Division Dinner on behalf of the 2008 Jewish United Fund-Israel Emergency Fund. With guest speaker Steve Forbes, Editor-in-chief of Forbes Magazine.

Location:
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Contact:
Lainie Kaufman
Phone: 312-444-2826
E-mail: HighTech@juf.org

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5/14/2008

07:00 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

L'Chayim: A Discussion on Greening our Homes and Schools (5-14)

”L’Chayim” focuses on the connection between Judaism and Environmentalism, keeping your home, lawn, garden and school healthy through alternative pest control methods, and advocacy for laws and policies to support healthier home and school environments. $5 suggested donation. This event is co-sponsored by NCJW, JECNS, and Am Yisrael.

Location:
4 Happ Road
Northfield, IL 60092

Contact:
Donna Fishman
Phone: 847-853-8889
E-mail: communityservice@ncjwcns.org

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5/14/2008

07:30 PM
  

Speed Dating for Jewish Singles (5-14)

Speed Dating for Jewish Singles ages 25-35 Wednesday, May 14th Mix 2843 N Halsted Check in at 7:30, speed dating begins at 8:00 RSVP required at www.hurrydate.com $35 Drink specials: $3 you call its

Location:
2843 N Halsted
Chicago, IL 60657

Contact:
Sara
Phone: 773-784-0744
E-mail: chitownhurryhost@hotmail.com

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5/14/2008

07:30 PM
  

Speed Dating for Jewish Singles

Speed Dating for Jewish Singles ages 25-35 Wednesday, May 14th Mix 2843 N Halsted Check in at 7:30, speed dating begins at 8:00 RSVP required at www.hurrydate.com $35 Drink specials: $3 you call its

Location:
2843 N Halsted
Chicago, IL 60657

Contact:
Sara
Phone: 773-784-0744
E-mail: chitownhurryhost@hotmail.com

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5/15/2008

10:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
  

Get Together for Parents & Children Ages 4 & Under (5/15/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/3/08 and 6/26/08

Get Together for Parents & Children Ages 4 and Under -- Thursday mornings. 10-11:30am. Join other parents to ask early childhood specialists questions and socialize. $10 per session. JCFS, 3033 W. Touhy, Chicago. Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW, 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: JoanneKestnbaum@jcfs.org

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5/15/2008

05:00 PM
- 05:00 PM
  

Improving Your People Skills--for Young Adults with Disabilities (5/15/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/3/08 and 5/22/08

Improving Your People Skills for Young Adults with Disabilities. Thursdays, April 3-May 22, 5-6:00pm. 8-week group for young adults with learning, intellectual and developmental disabilities who want to meet new people and learn how to improve their interpersonal skills. 3145 Pratt, Chicago. Allison Latimer, LCSW, 773.467.3813. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3145 Pratt Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Allison Latimer, LCSW
Phone: 773-467-3813
E-mail: AllisonLatimer@jcfs.org

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5/15/2008

06:30 PM
  

YWC Spring Insights

Join us in hearing from Leslie Goldman, award-winning Chicago-based health writer, specializing in women's issues, as she discusses body image and her book, Locker Room Diaries: The Naked Truth About Women, Body Image, and Re-Imagining the "Perfect" Body.

Location:
Flourish Studios
3020 N. Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL

Contact:
Elissa Kagan
Phone: 312-357-4803
E-mail: ywccouncil@juf.org

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5/15/2008

07:30 PM
- 00:00 PM
  

Movie Night (5-15)

May 15, 2008 at 7:30 Northbrook Congregatin Ezra Habonim Movie Night will be showing "Forgiveness". On April 6, 1948, a Jewish militiia entered the Palestinian village of Deir Yassin and killed over 100 villagers. Soon after, a mental hospital was built on the ruins. This movie tells the story of David Adler, a 20 year old American-Israeli who decides to move back to Israel, only to find himself committed to a mental institution that sits on the ruins of a Palestinian village called Deir Yassin.

Location:
2095 Landwehr
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Shoshana Axler
Phone: 773-842-6070
E-mail: snaxler@yahoo.com

5/15/2008

07:30 PM
- 09:00 PM
  

Coping with Financial Anxiety (5/15/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 4/24/08 and 5/29/08

Coping with Financial Anxiety. Thursdays, April 24-May 29, 7:30-9:00pm. During these difficult economic times, our anxieties can dominate our lives. 6-week discussion series helps you prioritize your spending needs, develop patience with this downturn, and examine your relationship to money. $90 series fee. JCFS, 85 Revere Drive, Suite J, Northbrook. Tema Rosenblum, LSW, 847.272.2882. www.jcfs.org

Location:
85 Revere Drive, Suite J
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Tema Rosenblum, LSW
Phone: 847-272-2882
E-mail: TemaRosenblum@jcfs.org

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5/15/2008

07:30 PM
- 10:30 PM
  

Blue & White Bar Night

Featuring blue and while martini specialty drinks, Israeli hip-hop and much more! $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

Location:
Climax Lounge
324 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL

Contact:
YLD
Phone: 312-357-4880
E-mail: yld@juf.org

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5/16/2008

06:30 PM
  

Tot Shabbat (5/16/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 10/5/2007 and 6/6/2008

Celebrate Shabbat with your preschooler. A Tot Shabbat service will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 5 and Fri., Nov. 2. Children ages 2 and up and their families are invited to join Rabbi Paul Cohen and Cantor Amy Zussman on the bima for songs, storytelling and blessings. The program is held at Temple Jeremiah's newly renovated, handicapped accessible sanctuary at 937 Happ Rd., Northfield. Everyone is welcome. Temple Jeremiah is a Reform Jewish congregation affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism and holds weekly worship services and study programs. Its facilities are fully accessible.

Location:
937 Happ Road
Northfield, IL 60093

Contact:
Temple Jeremiah
Phone: 847-441-0202
E-mail: office@templejeremiah.org

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