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7/5/2009

  

Buenos Aires Urban Adventure--Jewish Singles (7/5/2009)

This event occurs monthly between 5/24/2009 and 12/30/2009

Come on down! We invite you to join an intimate group of travelers for a week of Tango (the dance of passion!) and cultural exploration in Buenos Aires (the South American city that does not sleep!) In addition to tango, our outings include enriching culinary, artistic, and social activities—all with an eye to celebrating your visit to Buenos Aires. The itinerary focuses on an intro to the uniquely distinct neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, a selection of her more classic traditions, and an opportunity to connect to the people living here. Dates: May 24-31, 2009 [50+] Oct 25-Nov 1, 2009 [20s/30s] Nov 15-22, 2009 [30s/40s] Nov 29-Dec 6, 2009 [40s] Dec 20-27, 2009 [50+]

Location:
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, NY 14851

Contact:
traveljewish
Phone: 877-826-4674
E-mail: info@traveljewish.com

Web Page

7/5/2009

  

Jewish Tour--Jewish Buenos Aires (J-BA) (7/5/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 4/22/2009 and 12/22/2009

Join us for a Jewish Day Tour during your visit to Buenos Aires! Argentina’s Jewish community has both a vibrant and somber story and we look forward to sharing it with you via our specially planned itinerary with enthusiastic (English speaking) Jewish host. Our Jewish day tour highlights the strength of Buenos Aires’ resilient Jewish community which has grown up alongside a ‘pogrom’ in 1919, military dictatorship, economic crises (plural), and 2 bombing attacks on Jewish institutions.

Location:
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, NY 14851

Contact:
traveljewish
Phone: 877-826-4674
E-mail: info@traveljewish.com

Web Page

7/5/2009

01:00 PM
  

PreSchool Storytime (7/5/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 6/3/2009 and 7/30/2009

Childreb ages 2 1/2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver, are invited to visit the Gray Children's Center to enjoy themed stories and art activities. This program encourages social interaction while stimulating your imaginations and promoting early literacy. PreSchool Storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes. No advanced reservations needed. Free with museum admission

Location:
610 S. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605

Contact:
Elizabeth Gelman
Phone: 312-322-1725
E-mail: egelman@spertus.edu

Web Page

7/6/2009

  

Northwestern University Summer Institute on Holocaust Education

In partnership with the Holocaust Educational Foundation, Northwestern University is pleased to present a special five-day summer institute designed for middle and secondary school teachers of grades 7-12 to effectively incorporate Holocaust studies into their teaching, and to meet the Illinois state mandate for Holocaust education. Enrollment is by application only, and tuition is free. Applications, which can be obtained from the event web site are due by May 29, 2009.

Location:
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL 60208

Contact:
Office of Summer Session and Special Programs
Phone: 847-491-3443
E-mail: summerinstitutes@northwestern.edu

Web Page

7/6/2009

09:15 AM
- 11:15 AM
  

Bright Ideas ESL--Refugees 60 & Older (7/6/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/4/2009 and 7/30/2009

Bright Ideas ESL (English as a Second Language) Refugees 60 & Older. Mondays & Thursdays, 9:15-11:15am. Ongoing (meets two days each week) ESL class for Russian speaking older adults. Interactive, fun, conversational. Beginners are welcome. Class is based on Bright Ideas ESL Curriculum, developed by the Coalition of Limited English Speaking Elderly (CLESE), specifically for the older learner. Open to refugees only. No fee. Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz Street, Skokie. Contact Barbara Urbanska-Yeager, 773-866-5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5120 Galitz
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Barbara Urbanska-Yeager
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: BarbaraUrbanskaYeager@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/6/2009

01:00 PM
- 02:30 PM
  

Holocaust Survivors--Monday Group (7/6/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/4/2009 and 7/27/2009

Coffee and Conversation for Holocaust Survivors – Mondays. 1:00-2:30pm. Ongoing group for Holocaust survivors to discuss the challenges of aging, politics, current events, news from Israel and family celebrations. No fee. NEW LOCATION: Community Foundation for Jewish Education., 4709 Golf Road, Tower 2, Suite 400, Skokie. Contact Sheri Fox, LCSW & David Bier, MSW, 847-568-5200. www.jcfs.org

Location:
4709 Golf Road, Tower 2, Suite 400
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
David Bier, MSW
Phone: 847-568-5200
E-mail: DavidBier@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/6/2009

05:00 PM
- 06:30 PM
  

LEAP (7-6-09)

This event occurs weekly between 7/6/2009 and 8/10/2009

Leadership, Education, Awareness and Prevention. What is LEAP? LEAP is a high school teen leadership and community service group. We talk about issues that matter to you. It's a place to have fun, meet teens from other schools, and help your community all at the same time. Join us!

Location:
Response Center
9304 N. Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Rebecca Bunten
Phone: 224-625-2904
E-mail: rebeccabunten@jcfs.org

7/6/2009

06:30 PM
- 08:00 PM
  

Holy Work and Handiwork

Holy Work and Handiwork. Mondays, 7/6 – 7/27, 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Learn and follow Jewish tradition to heal ourselves and others through the work of our hands. Explore the connections between the creative process and the holy traditions of creating for others. Join this unique study and craft group and knit, crochet, quilt or do other crafts to create for those in need. No previous experience necessary. $80 fee for 4-week series is adjustable if needed. Most materials included. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Contact Carol Berry, 847-568-5208. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Carol Berry
Phone: 847-568-5208
E-mail: CarolBerry@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/7/2009

09:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
  

Ask A Career Expert 7-7-09 Deerfield

An interactive session with a JVS Career Counselor is held at the Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, 9:30 a.m. – Noon. Free. To make an appointment call (847) 945-3311.

Location:
Deerfield Public Library
920 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, IL 60015

Contact:
Arlene Shafton
Phone: 312-673-3443
E-mail: arleneshafton@jvschicago.org

Web Page

7/7/2009

02:00 PM
- 03:00 PM
  

Get Together for Parents & Children--Ages 4 & Under--Tuesdays (7/7/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/5/2009 and 7/30/2009

Get Together for Parents & Children, Ages 4 and Under – Tuesdays. 2-3:00pm. Opportunity for parents to meet with other parents with young children. Get away from feeling “cooped up” and “isolated” by sharing experiences, ideas, and concerns with other parents and staff whose skills are in family and child development. Discuss development issues and watch them unfold as your child plays. $10 per session fee. JCFS, 3033 W. Touhy Avenue, Chicago. Contact Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW, 773-761-4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy
Chicago, IL 60645

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

Web Page

7/8/2009

10:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
  

Senior Drop-In Group--Wednesdays (7/8/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/6/2009 and 7/29/2009

Senior Drop-In Group – Wednesdays. 10:30am-12:00pm. Weekly group invites all seniors to discuss whatever is on their minds. Past topics include politics, current events, health issues and relationships. $7 per session fee. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Contact Emily Burchfield, L.P.C., A.M.F.T., 847-568-5105. 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

7/8/2009

11:00 AM
- 01:00 PM
  

Ask A Career Expert 7-8-09 Harold Washington Library

15 minute slots to consult with a JVS Career Counselor is held at the Harold Washington Library, 400 South State Street, Chicago, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free. First come, first served.

Location:
Harold Washington Library
400 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60605

Contact:
Arlene Shafton
Phone: 312-673-3443
E-mail: arleneshafton@jvschicago.org

Web Page

7/8/2009

12:15 PM
- 01:30 PM
  

Chicago YIVO Society Summer Festival of Yiddish Culture (7-8)

Documentary Films: "Yiddishe Momma McCoy" (1991). Belle Demner describes what happened when she asked permission to marry a goy named McCoy. And "Shtetl" (1995). Folk artist Mayer Kirshenblatt creates colorful painitngs based on memories od his childhood in Poland. Total 44 min. English subtitiles when Yiddish, Hebrew or Polish are spoken.

Location:
Skokie Public Library
5215 Oakton Street
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Bev Chubat
Phone: 312-408-9493
E-mail: usa-jmo@msn.com

Web Page

7/8/2009

01:00 PM
  

PreSchool Storytime (7/8/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 6/3/2009 and 7/30/2009

Childreb ages 2 1/2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver, are invited to visit the Gray Children's Center to enjoy themed stories and art activities. This program encourages social interaction while stimulating your imaginations and promoting early literacy. PreSchool Storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes. No advanced reservations needed. Free with museum admission

Location:
610 S. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605

Contact:
Elizabeth Gelman
Phone: 312-322-1725
E-mail: egelman@spertus.edu

Web Page

7/8/2009

03:00 PM
- 04:30 PM
  

Holocaust Survivors--Wednesday Group (7/8/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/6/2009 and 7/29/2009

Coffee and Conversation for Holocaust Survivors – Wednesdays. 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Ongoing group for Holocaust survivors to discuss the challenges of aging, politics, current events, news from Israel and family celebrations. No fee. JCFS, 3525 W. Peterson, Suite 400, Chicago. Contact Barbara Urbanska-Yeager, 773-866-5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3525 Peterson
Chicago, IL 60659

Contact:
Barbara Urbanska-Yeager
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: BarbaraUrbanskaYeager@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/8/2009

03:00 PM
- 04:30 PM
  

Bereavement Group for Widows & Widowers--Drop-In Group (7-8-2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/6/2009 and 7/29/2009

Bereavement Group for Widows and Widowers – Drop-In Group. Wednesdays, 3:00-4:30pm Ongoing weekly discussion/support group for men and women adjusting to the death of a spouse. Topics will include understanding and coping with grief, staying healthy, making decisions, and dealing with family and social relationships. $7 per session fee. JCFS, 1156 W Shure Dr, Ste 180, Arlington Heights (near Buffalo Grove). Contact Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, 224-625-2819. www.jcfs.org

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

Contact:
Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW
Phone: 224-625-2819
E-mail: RosalieGreenberger@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/8/2009

05:00 PM
- 06:30 PM
  

Speak Out (7-8-2009)

This event occurs weekly between 7/8/2009 and 8/12/2009

Join our new Young Writer's Group this summer! A creative space for all high school students. Get your voice heard in an encouraging and safe environment. Exploring through poetry, storytelling, etc, we ask all participants to bring their curious minds, to think outside the box, and to be brave and take the stage.

Location:
Response Center
9304 N. Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Mari Meyer
Phone: 224-625-2946
E-mail: marimeyer@jcfs.org

7/9/2009

09:15 AM
- 11:15 AM
  

Bright Ideas ESL--Refugees 60 & Older (7/9/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/4/2009 and 7/30/2009

Bright Ideas ESL (English as a Second Language) Refugees 60 & Older. Mondays & Thursdays, 9:15-11:15am. Ongoing (meets two days each week) ESL class for Russian speaking older adults. Interactive, fun, conversational. Beginners are welcome. Class is based on Bright Ideas ESL Curriculum, developed by the Coalition of Limited English Speaking Elderly (CLESE), specifically for the older learner. Open to refugees only. No fee. Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz Street, Skokie. Contact Barbara Urbanska-Yeager, 773-866-5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5120 Galitz
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Barbara Urbanska-Yeager
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: BarbaraUrbanskaYeager@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/9/2009

10:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
  

Get Together for Parents & Children--Ages 4 & Under--Thursdays (7/9/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 5/7/2009 and 7/30/2009

Get Together for Parents & Children, Ages 4 and Under – Thursdays. 10-11:30am. Opportunity for parents to meet with other parents with young children. Get away from feeling “cooped up” and “isolated” by sharing experiences, ideas, and concerns with other parents and staff whose skills are in family and child development. Discuss development issues and watch them unfold as your child plays. $10 per session fee. JCFS, 3033 W. Touhy Avenue, Chicago. Contact Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW, 773-761-4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy
Chicago, IL 60645

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

Web Page

7/9/2009

12:15 PM
- 01:30 PM
  

Chicago YIVO Society Summer Festival of Yiddish Culture (7-9)

Veronica Belling (University of Cape Town) "The History of Yiddish Theater in South Africa."

Location:
Northbrook Public Library
1201 Cedar Lane
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Bev Chubat
Phone: 312-408-9493
E-mail: usa-jmo@msn.com

Web Page

7/9/2009

01:00 PM
  

PreSchool Storytime (7/9/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 6/3/2009 and 7/30/2009

Childreb ages 2 1/2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver, are invited to visit the Gray Children's Center to enjoy themed stories and art activities. This program encourages social interaction while stimulating your imaginations and promoting early literacy. PreSchool Storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes. No advanced reservations needed. Free with museum admission

Location:
610 S. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605

Contact:
Elizabeth Gelman
Phone: 312-322-1725
E-mail: egelman@spertus.edu

Web Page

7/9/2009

06:00 PM
  

Business Professionals Network Happy Hour

Enjoy a few drinks while networking with other young professionals. Join the Business Professionals Network (BPN) of the Young Leadership Division (YLD) for a networking happy hour. There is no cost to attend and each participant will receive one drink ticket for wine or beer. You must register in advance to receive a drink ticket.

Location:
District Bar
170 W. Ontario St.
Chicago

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

Register Online

7/10/2009

10:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
  

Moving on Down the Road 7-10-09

Moving on Down the Road is presented at the Indian Trails Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Rd., Wheeling, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For job seekers who are reconsidering their original career path or transferring their skills toward a new direction. Free. For information call (847) 459-4100.

Location:
Indian Trails Library
355 S. Schoenbeck Rd.
Wheeling, IL 60090

Contact:
Arlene Shafton
Phone: 312-673-3443
E-mail: arleneshafton@jvschicago.org

Web Page

7/10/2009

01:00 PM
- 04:00 PM
  

Make Your Mark (7/10/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 6/26/2009 and 8/14/2009

Express yourself! Do you enjoy painting? If so, come join us! Our mural needs an update and we need you. All levels of talent are welcome. We want our new mural to reflect what it's like to be a teenager today so make your mark all summer long! (Note: We will not meet on Friday, July 3, due to the holiday).

Location:
Response Center
9304 N. Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Nadine Stevoff
Phone: 224-625-2909
E-mail: nadinestevoff@jcfs.org

7/10/2009

06:00 PM
  

Kabbalat Shabbat (7/10/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 6/12/2009 and 9/11/2009

Share in the joys of Shabbat at Kabbalat Shabbat, held every Friday from June 12 to September 11 at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Rd., Northfield. The worship program begins with an informal reception at 6 p.m., followed by a Shabbat service at 6:30 p.m. The service consists mostly of music and is the perfect way to welcome in the weekly day of rest. All are 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. The Center for Learning provides educational opportunities for all ages, from preschoolers to senior adults.

Location:
937 Happ Road
Northfield, IL 60093

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

Web Page

7/10/2009

07:00 PM
- 11:00 PM
  

jewish professional mixer (7/10/2009)

This event occurs weekly between 3/13/2009 and 7/18/2009

professional singles meet up for spring ca ll liza for details ages 30-60+ call 630-795-1963 for details.

Location:
tuscany restaurant
1415 west 22nd street
oakbrook, IL 60523

Contact:
liza feldstein
Phone: 630-795-1963
E-mail: beef110@sbcglobal.net