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Sisterhood of Temple Beth Zion Women of Reform Judaism |
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Who We Are:
Sisterhood Identity
We provide: A collective identity for the women in our congregation, an outlet for the creative energy, talent and leadership for each of its members, a national and worldwide connection to other Jewish women through its affiliation with the Women of Reform Judaism.
Commitment to Our Congregation
We support: Our Religious School, scholarships to Religious School and PALS, gifts to B'nai Mitzvah students, Confirmands and Graduates of our High school program, TBZ's Capital Campaign, all areas of our Temple.
Commitment to Community
We volunteer: Haven House, a shelter for battered women and children, TBZ Mitzvah Day project, Intergenerational Women's Seder. |
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How To Join:
Sisterhood Wants Your Support! Join Us Today!
Sisterhood needs the support of all of the women in the congregation. It is our sincere hope that every woman in our congregation will join us. Whether you come to meetings, programs, help us organize and plan events or just submit your dues, you are choosing to support Sisterhood. Your level of participation is up to you, but please remember that a dynamic, warm and inspired group of women await you, however you choose to participate. Be counted as a Woman of Reform Judaism! Your membership and generosity are greatly appreciated.
For more information, contact:
President: Sharon Meer
Membership: Contact Carole Weingarten by clicking here.
Your volunteer support is greatly appreciated. Please let us know if you are interested in helping with any of the following: Judaica Shop, Women's Seder, Sukkah Decorating, Sisterhood Shabbat Service, Chanukah Bazaar, Family Chaunkah Party, Donors Luncheon, Haven House Luncheon or Theater Trips.
As a member of Sisterhood of Temple Beth Zion WRJ, you automatically become a member of Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ). WRJ represents over 75,000 women in 500 Sisterhoods throughout the United States, Canada and thirteen other countries. WRJ founded the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY). WRJ is the largest single contributor to the Rabbinic Scholarship Fund for Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR). WRJ supports the World Union for Progressive Judaism which helps establish congregations and provides rabbinic leadership in more than 40 countries. WRJ established the Jewish Braille Institute (JBI) which prints prayer books for the blind. WRJ is an advocate and collective voice for Reform Jewish women. |
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The Intergenerational Women's Seder, Co-Sponsored by Sisterhoods of Temple Beth Zion and Congregation Shir Shalom, was held on Sunday, March 17 at Temple Beth Zion's Broder Center for Jewish Education. The service was led by Cantorial Intern Penny Myers, Susan Goldberg Schwartz and Sharon Jacobs. |
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Sisterhood Shabbat
Friday May 10 7 PM
805 Delaware Avenue
The Sisterhood of Temple Beth Zion has selected Clareanne Silver to be the 18th recipient of the Nancy J. Borins Woman of the Year Award. Clareanne will be honored at the Sisterhood Sabbath. Please plan to join us. |
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Donors Luncheon
Sunday June 9
Westwoood Country Club
Plan to come enjoy a delicious luncheon and see all the latest fashions! |
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34th Annual Merrill Molien
Haven House Scholarship Luncheon
Tuesday July 2 Noon
Broder Center, 700 Sweet Home Road
Join us for an interesting speaker and a delicious lunch and our fabulous basket auction. All proceeds to benefit an educational scholarship for victims of domestic violence. Lynn Klein, Maxine Weissman and Mary Anne Clarke are Co-Chairs of this amazing event.
Want to help us help Haven House? Here's how:
* Join us and bring friends. All are welcome to join! Call the Temple office at 836-6565 for RSVP information.
* Bring an item or items from the Haven House Wish List. Even if you are unable to attend the luncheon, we welcome donations for Haven House. The Haven House 2013 Wish List is below. |
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HAVEN HOUSE WISH LIST 2013
(This list represents items needed the most and is not all-inclusive.)
**No toy guns, toys depicting war, or violent toys of any kind**
**It would be helpful to include any required batteries** |
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Children
Bottles
Clothing 4T through 10
Teething rings
Books, coloring books
Puzzles/Activity sets
Bounce chairs
Tummy Time mats
Saucers
Dolls (various ethnicities)
Games
Building blocks
Construction toys
Trucks/Cars
Doll strollers
Ride-on toys for the gym
Bikes
Play stations 2 games
CD player/radio
DVD movies
Children's Program Supplies
Passes to Buffalo Zoo, Parks, Movies, etc.
Gift cards to family friendly restaurants
Wii and Playstation 2 video games
DVD movies (G and PG rated)
Music CDs |
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Teens
Games
Jewelry, small jewelry boxes
Books, Diaries/journals
Footballs/baseballs/soc cer balls
Baseball gloves
Blankets
Clothing
Dolls/large stuffed animals
Bikes, scooters, roller blades
Indoor basketball hoop
Digital cameras
Computer games
DVD movies
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Adult Women
Nightgowns/Pajamas
Clothing
Small appliances: toasters, coffee makers,
Curling irons, Clocks, hair dryers
Blankets
Scented soaps and lotions
Wallets/purses
Appointment books/planners
Shoes |
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Items needed most
Appointment/date books
Bus Tokens
Crib and bassinette sheets
Diapers
Gift Cards: Wal-Mart, Target, Payless, Tops, etc.
House shoes/slippers
Laundry Detergent
Makeup/Cosmetics
Powdered infant formula (unopened)
Shoes, especially larger sizes (new only)
Strollers, especially umbrella-style
Umbrellas
Underwear, socks, bras (new only)
Used cell phones
Women's Pajama's (new) |
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Shelter Supplies
Gift cards: Walmart, Target, Kmart,Payless, Tops, Wegmans, etc.
Towels and washcloths
Twin-sized bedding
Diapers and Pull-Ups
Liquid laundry detergent
Healthy snacks
Shower curtain liners
Paper towels, toilet paper, tissues, large garbage bags
Shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste & toothbrushes
African American hair products
Crib & bassinette sheets
Powdered infant formula
Batteries
Alarm clocks
Appointment/date books
Large unopened cans of coffee & powdered creamer
Nonperishable dry goods
Used cell phones
Cereal
Feminine products
Bath soap, Dish soap
Silverware
New Prepaid cell phones
Hand sanitizer |
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Donations can be dropped off at the
Broder Center, 700 Sweet Home Road in Amherst. |
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Temple Beth Zion |
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Aaron and Bertha Broder Center for Jewish Education |
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700 Sweet Home Road, Buffalo, New York 14226 |
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(716) 836-6565 |
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fax (716) 831-1126 |
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Sanctuary, Chapel and Cofeld Judaic Museum |
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805 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14209 |
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© 2006 Temple Beth Zion |
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Robyn C. Garner, Designer |
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All rights reserved |
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