Cathy Cantor
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From the President
In her essay on social change, Rabbi Jill Jacobs, rabbi-in-residence for Jewish Funds for Justice, wrote, "What's the best way to create social change? An impossible question to answer--we might have to start by doing everything."
These words rang true with me in terms of our Greater Detroit Section and all of the different programs, projects and activities in which we are involved. Whenever we see an unmet need in the community, we strive to create a program that will help. If there is legislation that affects women, children and families, we alert our advocacy contingent who send emails and letters and make phone calls. This, I think, is what Rabbi Jacobs is talking about--that working in many arenas simultaneously is necessary to achieve social change.
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Next Generation . . .
Join us and make a difference!
National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section is proud to announce
the formation of a Young Women's Branch.
Get details. See
Membership.
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Save
The Date
January 28, 2010, 7:00 PM
Nosh &
Knowledge Author Series (NEW)--first in the series
Hear the inspiring story of Alex Graham as
told by Susie & Bill Graham.
February 18, 2010, 12:00 PM
GEM Theatre--"The
Marvelous Wonderettes"
A non-stop pop musical blast from the past!
February 25, 2010, 12:00 PM
Nosh &
Knowledge Lecture Series--first in the series
Also Mar. 3, 9, & 18. Stimulating and thought-provoking speakers,
plus lunch. Register for a single session or all
4.
2010 "Fun"draisers
March 2010, Stay-at-Home Tea
Why wait? Donate
now.
Fall 2010, Women of Vision event
returns.
Exciting speaker and program to be announced.
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Kudos to Our Members . . .
Libby Sherbin is honored in
October as a Mitzvah Hero!
Reception hosted by
Shalom Street Museum.
Sissi Lapides, Joyce Sherman, Merle Schwartz and Jeanne Weiner also named Mitzvah Heroes
in our community.
Arlene Frank to receive the "Heart of Haven" Award, January
2010, for her work
on preventing domestic violence.
We are proud to
announce that Julie Silberg has been named "Emerging
Leader" by NCJW National. Julie will receive her award in Washington in March 2010.
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NEW! Council Thrift Shops Need You
Get in on the ground-floor--Help with re-design & re-branding of our Council Thrift
Shops in 2010!
- Be a "personal shopper" for our loyal customers
- Transport clothes from store to store
- Assist with displays; sort and hang clothes
- Volunteer at a regular time each week, or whenever you have time
Together we'll make Council Thrift Shops THE premier reseller in town!!
Complete
and submit the volunteer form ONLINE (check off Thrift Shop) |
Council Thrift Shops
IMMEDIATE NEED IN BERKLEY--Canister vacuums,
electric fans, and
dehumidifiers. (older ones preferred)
JEWELRY EXTRAVAGANZA - FEB
8-13, ROYAL OAK
VALENTINE'S DAY SALE - FEB 1-14, BERKLEY & ROYAL OAK
Thrift Shop Hours and Events
Donations are Tax Deductible -
Designer Clothing, Accessories, Housewares, Furniture, Jewelry, Collectibles,
Books, & Vintage. Donations are accepted at both locations.
Volunteers Needed - Call (248) 548-6664 to volunteer
in
Berkley. Call (248) 542-2600 to volunteer in Royal Oak.
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Our Mission
The National Council of Jewish Women,(NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action.
Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, families, and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
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