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* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the
Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.

Walder Education Pavilion of Torah Umesorah *

8020 St. Louis Ave.
Skokie
IL
60076
Phone: (847) 674-0800
Fax: (847) 674-1188
Email: teacherscenter@waldereducation.org
URL: http://waldereducation.org
Contact: Chaya Lando

: At Walder Education, we believe that the future lies in the quality of education we provide for our children. We are dedicated to providing educators with the tools necessary to help each child reach their full potential. To ensure that our educators receive the very best, we guide, advise, and mentor educators through professional development, curricular development, educational aids, and professional collaboration. We offer 10,000+ quality, Rabbinically approved, educational materials that are adaptable to every classroom on our website, waldereducation.org. These include full curricula, posters, banners, games, books, videos, handouts, and clipart on a wide variety of subjects. Our physical location also offers one-on-one client consultations in continuing education, skill-building, customized art asset creation, and printshop services. We proudly service every Jewish organization, school, and educator, regardless of their affiliation.

Waldheim Cemetery Co.

1400 S. Des Plaines Ave.
Forest Park
IL
60130
Phone: (708) 366-4541
Fax: (708) 366-4575
Email: office@waldheimcemetery.com
URL: http://www.waldheimcemetery.com
Contact: David Penzell

Independently owned, exclusively serving all Jewish traditions.

Warren Park Nursing Pavilion

6700 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago
IL
60645
Phone: (773) 465-5000 , (773) 764-7518
Contact: Glen Duncan

Fully kosher skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Respite care available.

Waters of Purity

Women's Mikvah of Buffalo Grove
491 Farrington Court
Buffalo Grove
IL
60089
Phone: (224) 442-4241
Email: bgmikvah@gmail.com
URL: http://www.bgmikvah.com

Weekend Connections

2849 W. Pratt Blvd.
Chicago
IL
60645
Phone: (773) 973-6925
Fax: (773) 973-6988
URL: http://www.weekendconnections.com

Passover packages; cRc-supervision.

Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home

111 Skokie Blvd.
Wilmette
IL
60091
Phone: (847) 256-5700
URL: http://www.weinsteinfuneralhomes.com

Chapel, synagogue, graveside, alternative, and advance planning services.

West Ridge Rehabilitation Center

6300 N. California Ave.
Chicago
IL
60659
Phone: (773) 973-1900
Fax: (773) 973-1904

Long term care, short term rehab, kosher kitchen supervision, synagogue on premises.

West Rogers Park Eruv Hotline

Phone: (773) 743-7882
Email: eruvhotline@yahoo.com
URL: http://chicagoeruv.tripod.com

 Inspection and operation of West Rogers Park Eruv.

West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N. Harlem Ave.
River Forest
IL
60305
Phone: (708) 366-9000
Fax: (708) 366-9006
Email: office@wsthz.org
URL: http://www.wsthz.org
Contact: Rabbi Adir Glick

Conservative, egalitarian congregation.

West Suburban Temple Har Zion Early Childhood Program

1040 N. Harlem Ave.
River Forest
IL
60305
Phone: (708) 366-9000
Fax: (708) 366-9006
Email: lapplebey@wsthz.org
URL: http://www.wsthz.org
Contact: Lorrie Applebey, Director of Early Childhood Education

At the Temple Har Zion Early Childhood Center, our mission is to foster an energetic and innovative learning community where child-focused exploration, creativity, collaboration and Jewish tradition inspire the curriculum while creating a lifelong love of learning. We offer full and half day options for children ages 2-5. five days a week, with optional lunch and enrichment classes. We accept children into the 2-year-old program in diapers and partner with the families when toilet training. Come join our family! 

Westlawn Cemetery and Mausoleum

7801 W. Montrose Ave.
Norridge
IL
60706
Phone: (773) 625-8600
Fax: (773) 625-8609
Email: vpulido@westlawncemetery.org
URL: http://westlawncemetery.org
Contact: Vickie Pulido, General Manager

Serving all Jewish traditions since 1937. Burial and entombment. Funeral services conducted under the auspices of affiliate, Lakeshore Jewish Funerals. Chapel on site.

Willow Lawn Memorial Park

24090 North US Highway 45
Vernon Hills
IL
60061
Phone: 847-634-3787
Email: dsmag@stonemor.com
URL: https://www.burialplanning.com/cemeteries/willow-lawn-memorial-park
Contact: Douglas Smagur

Willow Lawn Memorial Park 24090 North Highway 45 Vernon Hills , IL 60061 Phone: 847-634-3787 Fax: 847-634-3867 Email: dsmag@stonemor.com Contact: Douglas Smagur

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Phone: (312) 428-1441
Email: linda.kingsley@wolfgangpuck.com
URL: http://www.wolfgangpuckcatering.com
Contact: Linda Kingsley

Delivering a restaurant-style experience to your home or unique location, including kosher service. Wolfgang's experienced team caters intimate weddings, convention galas, family occasions, and such noteworthy events as the Academy Awards' Governors Ball. 

Women to Women

2833 W. Howard St.
Chicago
IL
60645
Phone: (773) 973-3614
Fax: (773) 262-2050

 Classes for women on Lubavitch philosophy and thought.

Women's Division *

Jewish United Fund
30 S. Wells Street
Third Floor
Chicago
IL
60606-5056
Phone: (312) 357-4823
Email: womensdiv@juf.org
URL: http://www.juf.org/women/default.aspx

The Women’s Division, comprised of the Women's Board, Young Women's Board and Young Women’s City Council, educates women about our community's needs and the services provided by the Jewish United Fund, its affiliates, and its beneficiary agencies. It encourages support and participation in JUF fundraising; develops community leadership; and encourages greater commitment and participation in Jewish communal life through volunteer opportunities.

Women's League for Conservative Judaism

Central Great Lakes Region
1929 Fieldwood Drive
Northbrook
IL
60062
Phone: (847) 564-2231
Fax: (847) 564-2271
Email: eschrank@comcast.net
URL: http://www.wlcj.org
Contact: Edna Schrank, President

Sisterhood support linking 32 Conservative Sisterhoods throughout seven states, including Illinois, Wisconsin, and Northern Indiana.

Woodwork By Lou

Phone: (312) 337-5042
Fax: (312) 944-4596
Email: woodworkbylou@aol.com
URL: http://www.woodworkbylou.com
Contact: Lou Robinson

Judaic gifts, wood yads.

WorldJewishDaily.com

Phone: Email: editorial@worldjewishdaily.com
URL: http://www.worldjewishdaily.com

News aggregation website that collects Israel and Jewish news from around the world.

Write On for Israel *

Jewish United Fund
30 S. Wells Street
Suite 5061
Chicago
IL
60606
Phone: (312) 357-4849
Email: writeonforisrael@juf.org
URL: http://www.juf.org/writeon
Contact: Emily Briskman

JUF’s Write On for Israel is a prestigious, competitive two-year education and advocacy program that will teach Chicago-area Jewish teens about Israel's history and current events. Write On Fellows will receive the training and skills needed to become a leader in the pro-Israel community in preparation for college and beyond.

WUJS

Young Judaea
575 8th Ave., 11th Floor
New York
NY
10018
Phone: (917) 595-2100
Fax: (646) 649-2422
Email: wujsr@youngjudaea.org.il
URL: http://www.youngjudaea.org/wujs
Contact: Yonit Schacher

Five-month internship program in Israel for ages 21-35. Intern at a top Israeli company and gain international business experience or find inspiration for your art amidst a thriving art community. Customizes each experience for maximum impact.

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Rachael's Creations

Handmade, unique Judaica crafted from polymer clay, including mezuzah cases, shabbat candle stick sets, menorahs and seder plates. Pieces are adorned with a variety of elements including wire, beads, stones, mica powders and alcohol inks. Many gifts can be personalized with English or Hebrew letters.

Rabbi Menachem Slavaticki

Rabbi Slavaticki is a highly experienced Mohel who has performed numerous circumcisions over the years. He is known for his expertise, professionalism, and compassionate care for both the baby and the family.