JAN. 2010 TEVET – SHEVAT 5770 from OY to JOY A DENVER JEWISH SENIOR ACTIVITY GUIDE VOLUME 3, ISSUE 1 FREE Under the leadership of lay leader Selma Zwerdlinger,BMH-BJ’s Senior Chavurah continues to bring in exciting and entertaining programs for seniors in the Denver Jewish community. From monthly Senior Chavurah programs to large synagogue programs, there is no lack of interesting, informative and fun activities for seniors at BMH-BJ Congregation. Past programs that Senior Chavurah has hosted in the Blitt Learning Center in Fisher Hall have included: Senior lunch in the Sukkah; the Candlewyck Harmonikers; Shir Ami performance of Jewish Folk music from around the world; One World Folk Dancers; Irish dancers; and learning how to protect against fraud. The BMH-BJ Senior Chavurah invites you to join them Wednesday, January 13, for a performance by the Heather Gardens Road Show. These experienced, active, talented and polished senior entertainers will delight you with their singing and performance. Then,Wednesday, February 17, Senior Chavurah will host an event with Dr. Michael Greher, a clinical neuropsychologist and licensed psychologist, who will discuss memory problems and what is normal. Other upcoming synagogue programs of interest to seniors include: Shabbat Shira, Saturday, January 30; the Purim Carnival, Sunday, February 28; and the BMH-BJ annual event honoring Ardie Wandel, Sunday, March 14. The BMH-BJ Senior Chavurah is generously supported by the BMH-BJ Women’s League and welcomes new program ideas. If you have an idea which would be beneficial for seniors, please call the office at (303) 388- 4203 and ask for Josh Gold, Program Coordinator. All programs are open to the greater community and we look forward to seeing you soon. Selma Zwerdlinger, who plans all BMH-BJ’s exciting Senior Chavurah programs BMH-BJ’s Senior Chavurah Welcomes Everyone CONTENTS Senior Resources Directory ................. 02 Community Senior Activities • Allied Jewish Apartments................. 03 • BMH/BJ .............................. 03–04 • Hebrew Educational Alliance .............. 04 • Jewish Community Center ................ 04–07 • Jewish Family Services................... 07 • Temple Emanuel ........................ 07–08 • Temple Micah .......................... 08–09 • Temple Sinai ........................... 09–10 JCC & Network Activities Info . .............. Back page
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JAN. 2010TEVET – SHEVAT 5770fromOY
toJOYA D E N V E R J EW I S H S E N I O R AC T I V I T Y G U I D E
VOLUME 3, ISSUE 1
FREE
Under the leadership of lay leader Selma Zwerdlinger,BMH-BJ’s SeniorChavurah continues to bring in exciting and entertaining programs forseniors in the Denver Jewish community. From monthly SeniorChavurah programs to large synagogue programs, there is no lackof interesting, informative and fun activities for seniors at BMH-BJCongregation.
Past programs that Senior Chavurah has hosted in the Blitt LearningCenter in Fisher Hall have included: Senior lunch in the Sukkah; theCandlewyckHarmonikers; ShirAmi performance of Jewish Folkmusicfrom around the world; One World Folk Dancers; Irish dancers; andlearning how to protect against fraud.
The BMH-BJ Senior Chavurah invites you to join them Wednesday,January 13, for a performance by the Heather Gardens Road Show.These experienced, active, talented and polished senior entertainerswill delight youwith their singing and performance. Then,Wednesday,
February 17, Senior Chavurah will host an event with Dr. MichaelGreher, a clinical neuropsychologist and licensed psychologist, whowill discuss memory problems and what is normal. Other upcomingsynagogue programs of interest to seniors include: Shabbat Shira,Saturday, January 30; the Purim Carnival, Sunday,February 28; and theBMH-BJ annual event honoring ArdieWandel, Sunday,March 14.
The BMH-BJ Senior Chavurah is generously supported by the BMH-BJWomen’s League and welcomes new program ideas. If you have an ideawhich would be beneficial for seniors,please call the office at (303) 388-4203 and ask for Josh Gold, Program Coordinator. All programs areopen to the greater community andwe look forward to seeing you soon.
Selma Zwerdlinger, who plans all BMH-BJ’s exciting Senior Chavurah programs
Submission deadline is the3rd Monday two months prior
to the event run-date.
Allied JewishApartments is an independent andassisted living senior community providing subsi-dized and affordable apartments. Convenientlylocatedwithinwalking distance of themall,restau-rants and entertainment in Cherry Creek, ouractivity, trip and kosher dining programs makefinding new friends easy; and our 24-hour emer-gency response system provides peace of mind.
22 S. Adams Street, Denver, CO 80209(303) 399-1146 • www.ajsh.org
Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado is thecentral address for the Denver/Boulder Jewishcommunity. It is the place where we come to cele-brate our Jewish heritage, enrich our lives Jewishly,fulfill our philanthropic obligations and stand insolidarity with our brothers and sisters in Israel.Federation is the placewhere every Jew iswelcome;it is the place where every Jew belongs.
300 S. Dahlia St., Suite 300, Denver, CO 80246(303) 321-3399 • wwwjewishcolorado.org
Beth Nehamah Hospice is a not-for-profit hos-pice, serving all faiths, but with a focus on theJewish community.We strive to create a peacefuland meaningful experience for our patients,wherever they call home – in care centers, assist-ed living environments, or private homes.
14800 E. Belleview Drive, Aurora, CO 80015(303) 766-7600 • www.bethnehamah.org
Jewish Family Service of Colorado is a com-munity agency that serves individuals andfamilies regardless of faith or economic status.We are a hub of resources for the elderly, refugees,disabled, hungry, and emotionally distressed andoperate in a collaborative manner with othercommunity agencies.
3201 S. Tamarac Drive, Denver, CO 80231(303) 597-5000 • www.jewishfamilyservice.org
JFS at Home is a trustworthy, dedicated resourcefor specialized non-medical in-home care, suchas personal care, companion services and house-keeping for anyone who needs extra support athome. The services provided allow seniors andthose living with temporary or permanent med-ical conditions to maintain their independenceand live safely in their own homes. JFS at Homeoperates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
(303) 750-4000 • www.JFSatHome.com
MACC illuminates the human experiencethrough creative and cultural program in theperforming,visual and literary arts for the Jewishcommunity and the Denver community at large.We strive to produce, present, exhibit, preserveand advance the arts, serving as a performanceand exhibition venue, as well as an educationalresource for people at every stage of life.
350 S. Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80246(303) 316-6360 • www.maccjcc.org
Robert E.Loup JewishCommunityCenter (JCC)is a comprehensive family center.The JCC’smissionis to provide recreational, cultural, educational andsocial programs to perpetuate, strengthen andserve the Jewish community, guided but its owntimeless Jewish goals and values.
350 S. Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80246(303) 316-6358 • www.jccdenver.org
ShalomPark is a not-for-profit, Jewish non-sectar-ian organization offering skilled nursing and inde-pendent patio home and apartment living.Servicesfor assistance can be tailored to fit your needs!
14800 E. Belleview Drive, Aurora, CO 80015(303) 680-5000 • www.shalompark.org
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Community Senior Activities
January ProgramsActivities are grouped by sponsoring synagogue or agency
Allied JewishApartments
Friday, January 15Charter Bus Trip to Bullwhackers CasinoIf you want to get a Players Club card, you must have a valid photo I.D.With a Players Club card, each guest will receive $10 free cash with 45base points earned; 25% off any food purchase; and a free lottery tick-et. We are only able to take a maximum of 35 people so sign up soon!
Location: Allied Jewish Apartments – Main Entrance, 22 S. Adams St.Time: 9 a.m.—4 p.m.Cost: $8.00. RSVP by Monday, January 11.Contact: Front Desk at (303) 399-1146 or Connie Mather at (720) 382-7813
Monday, January 18National Western Stock Show and RodeoJoin us for a fun day as we tour the National Western Stock Showexhibits, which include fine art and jewelry, clothing, householditems, agricultural products and livestock. Then we will attend theexciting Pro Rodeo at 2 p.m.,which includes bareback riding,bull rid-ing, team roping, barrel racing and much more.
Location: Allied Jewish Apartments - Main Entrance, 22 S. Adams St.Time: 12:30—5 p.m.Cost: $14 admission plus $2 transportation. RSVP by Wed., January 13.Contact: Front Desk at (303) 399-1146 or Connie Mather at (720) 382-7813
Sunday, January 244th Annual Remembrance ServicePlease join us in honoring the lives and memories of family andfriends. Bring photos and memories to share. The service will be ledby Dr. SethWard. Kosher brunch to follow.
Location: Allied Jewish Apartments’ Synagogue, 22 S. Adams St.(Parking is available at Bank of the West, on the corner of Steele andEllsworth St.)Time: 10:30 a.m.—noon.Cost: FreeContact: Hande Kazgan at (720) 382-7807
AnytimeOne on One Technology AssistanceNeed help with a computer problem? Can’t work your digital camera?Arrange for a personal session with Michael Bloczynski, AJA’sComputer Center Director.
Location: Allied Jewish Apt.’s Resident Computer Center, 22 Adams St.Cost: FreeContact: Michael Bloczynski at (303) 598-8610 for an appointment.
BMH - BJ
Sunday, January 10 (usually the Sunday beforeRosh Chodesh)BMH-BJ Book ClubThe book for the Jan.discussion is The Girl From Foreign by Sadia Shep.Staff, by BMH-BJ author JeffWedgle,will be the book to read in Jan.witha discussion in Feb.You can purchase the book in the BMH-BJ Gift Shop.
Location: BMH-BJ Congregation - Miller Library, 560 S. Monaco Pkwy.Time: 1:30 p.m.Cost: FreeContact: Bonnee Oderberg at (303) 333-6150 or [email protected]
Wednesday, January 13Heather Gardens Road ShowJoin these experienced, active, talented and polished senior entertain-ers as they delight you with their singing and performance.
Location: BMH-BJ Congregation – Blitt Learning Center in Fisher Hall,560 S. Monaco PkwyTime: 1 p.m.Cost: Free. Donations appreciated.Contact: Selma Zwerdlinger at (303) 745-5006
Wednesday, February 17Memory Problems: When Are They Normaland When Should You Be Concerned?Michael R. Greher, Ph.D., clinical neuropsychologist, will explainmemory difficulties,ways to stay healthy cognitively and what optionsare available for treatment.
Location: BMH-BJ Congregation – Blitt Learning Center in Fisher Hall,560 S. Monaco PkwyTime: 1 p.m.Cost: Free. Donations appreciated.Contact: Selma Zwerdlinger at (303) 745-5006
MondaysJudaism in the 21st CenturyJoin us for discussions of various pertinent topics, led by RabbiFranklin Selwyn.
Location: BMH-BJ Congregation – Miller Library, 560 S. Monaco Pkwy.Time: 9:45 a.m.Cost: Free and open to the community.Contact: Josh Gold at (303) 951-8235
WednesdaysWeekly Torah Class with Cantor JoelLichtermanEnjoy a delicious breakfast with us.
Location: BMH-BJ, 560 S. Monaco Pkwy.Time: Following morning services.Cost: FreeContact: (303) 388-4203
ThursdaysWomen’s Parsha Class with Ellyn HuttLocation: BMH-BJ, 560 S. Monaco Pkwy.Time: 11 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Ellyn Hutt at (303) 333-0666
365 Days a YearShacharit and Mincha/Maariv ServicesLocation: BMH-BJ Congregation, 560 S. Monaco Pkwy., Chapel onCenter St.Time: Please call the shul or visit www.bmh-bj.org, as times willchange with sunset and holidaysContact: (303) 388-4203
Hebrew EducationalAlliance (HEA)
Monday eveningsDrop-in Mah JonggJoin Mah Jongg players every Monday evening. People of all levels(including new players) are accommodated.
Location: Goldberger Youth Center–Upstairs, 3599 S. Ivanhoe St.(across the street from the Hebrew Educational Alliance)Time: 7–9 p.m.Cost: $2/person for refreshments.Contact: Naomi Kirshner at (303) 758-9400, ext.213 [email protected].
WednesdaysLunch and LearnJoin us for a stimulating discussion of works by Jewish authors, led byAbbey Kapelovitz, Ph.D. in English and former associate dean at theUniversity of Denver. Stories are read in advance.We are currently read-ing out of the bookAmerican Jewish Fiction, edited by Gerald Shapiro.
Location: Hebrew Educational Alliance, 3600 S. Ivanhoe St.Time: Lunch - 11:30 a.m.; Discussion - 12—1 p.m.Cost: $6/person, if purchasing a bagel lunch. No charge if bringingown dairy brown bag.
Contact: Naomi Kirshner at (303) 758-9400, ext.213, [email protected].
ThursdaysDrop-in Mah JonggJoin Mah Jongg players every Monday evening. People of all levels(including new players) are accommodated.
Location: Goldberger Youth Center–Upstairs, 3599 S. Ivanhoe St.(across the street from the Hebrew Educational Alliance)Time: 1—3 p.m.Cost: $2/person for refreshments.Contact: Naomi Kirshner at (303) 758-9400, ext.213 or [email protected].
Jewish Community Center (JCC)
TuesdaysSenior ForumThe first Tuesday of every month,Active Minds® will present a program atthe JCC. Active Mind’s mission is to expand lives and minds by providingoutstanding educational programs.ActiveMinds believes in lifelong learn-ing and fostering active minds for life.January 5 – Active Minds® - Somalia: Piracy and Anarchy.Somalia’s history is a story of Colonialism yielding to authoritarianismdissolving into anarchy. Chaos has reigned since the early 1990’s withrampant wars between rival clans, with no functional government incharge. JoinActive Minds® as we examine Somalia's troubled path andwhere it may be leading. This program is co sponsored by JFSAt Home.January 12 – Dr. Rudy Jacobsen. Retired dentist, RudyJacobsen,was a child aboard the“Voyage of the Damned”,when the SSSt Louis sailed fromHitler’s Germany in 1939 carrying over 900 Jewishrefugees. Denied landing visas in Cuba, the USA and Canada, the shipwas forced to return to Europe where two thirds of the passengers per-ished. He speaks to groups throughout the state about his experiencesas a child living through those harrowing days.January 19 – Ada Geller, author of My LotMy Lot is a collection of 50 poems, each of which was written by Ada,both in English and in Hebrew, with an emphasis on a “mirror image”approachnot only to content andmeaning,but also to rhythm,structureand visual appearance.This approach is reflected also by the book’s lay-out, cover design,and title (English –“My Lot”; Hebrew – Lot Chayayi)January 26 – Abbey Lemesany. Abbey is a docent at themuseum of Nature and Science and spent two years in the PeaceCorps in the Ukraine. She will discuss her experiences there with aPowerPoint picture presentation of her life.Location: Robert E. Loup JCC-Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 10 a.m. for all of the above events.Cost: Free for Senior Forum members.Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
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Movie Monday, January 4Hollywood Goes to WarBased on and including critically acclaimed wartime documentariescreated by and starring Hollywood's greatest talents. Frank Capra,John Huston, John Ford, and WilliamWyler are among them, as wellas other major Hollywood figures such as Walt Disney, Clark Gable,Ronald Reagan, Walter Huston and scores of other motion pictureindustry stars and technicians who added their creative energies tothe task of winning the war. Morale-building propaganda became astaple of Hollywood’s plots and imagery.Location: Robert E. Loup JCC-Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St,Time: 12:30 – 2:45 p.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
Tuesday, January 5Judaism 101Join Rabbi Gitler for a lively discussion on relevant Jewish topics.Questions are welcome!
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC-Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30 p.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
1st Wednesday & 5th Tuesday, January 6 and 19Yiddish Club - Lomir Red’n YiddishJoin Rosalyn “Reyzele” Kirkel at the “Lomir Red’n Yiddish” club andhave fun speaking Yiddish. Whether you are a fluent speaker or abeginner, you are welcome. Rosalyn “Reyzele” is a native Yiddishspeaker from Lithuania (Lita) and loves to speak Yiddish.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC-Perlmutter Room, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30—2 p.m.Cost: $5 month.Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, January 12 and 26ShmoozSusan Jacobs leads a discussion of the issues of the day with thisdynamic group.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Perlmutter Room, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30—2 p.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
3rd Wednesday, January 20Professional Foot Care ClinicLocation: Robert E. Loup JCC–MACC Board Room, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 8:30 a.m.—3 p.m.Cost: $16/session by appointment only.Contact: Jacque at (303) 914-8515.
Thursdays, January 7 and 21Short Story LiteratureThis group selects literary works, short stories, memoirs and otherworks to read and discuss. This year the group will read from The Artof the Story, an International Anthology of Contemporary Short Storiesby Daniel Halpern, editor.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC-Perlmutter Room, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 10—11:30 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
Computer ClassesAll classes will be in the JCC Computer Lab. Reservations are requiredone week in advance of class and the JCC reserves the right to cancelclasses due to low enrollment.
Mondays, January 4, 11, 18 and 25Computers for BeginnersLose your fear of computers, learn aboutWindows and how to use theinternet and how to create and check emails.
Time: 12:30—2:30 p.m.Cost: $25 for the seriesContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
MondaysLet's Write with Susan JacobsDiscover the joy of writing. If you have never written before or havewritten volumes, joining this unique group of writers is stimulatingand fun.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 9—11 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
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MondaysMovie afternoonJoin us Monday afternoons in the new Senior Lounge for movie after-noons.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30 p.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359
Mondays & WednesdaysMah JonggFor the experienced player. If four or more beginners attend, an addi-tional table will be set up to accommodate them.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30 p.m.Cost: 50 cents.Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
Monday–FridayVOA Kosher Lunch ProgramEnjoy amid-daymeal with lively company complete with table service.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 11:45 a.m.Cost: Suggested donation is $2.50/individual (Seniors who cannot afford$2.50 are welcome to dine and donate whatever amount they can.)Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
Monday–FridayPoker Poker Poker!Men and women are invited to join this lively group.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30—3:30 p.m.Cost: 50 cents to play.Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
WednesdaysKnitting for IsraelInstructor Delores Flax guides participants in knitting beautifulitems for donation to Israelis in need.Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 10—11:30 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
WednesdaysDuplicate Bridge GroupJoin in for a stimulating afternoon playing bridge.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30—3:30 p.m.Cost: 50 cents.Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
WednesdaysMah Jongg ClassFor the experienced player and beginnersJCC senior member Sunshine Cohen teaches this lively and socialgame to beginners.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 12:30—3:30 p.m.Cost: 50 cents.Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
FridaysCurrent EventsFacilitated by Susan Jacobs. Kibbitz and discuss how to solve theworld’s problems.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC – Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
FridaysTaste of Shabbat Kosher Lunch ProgramGet into the Shabbat spirit a few hours early each week with a deli-cious lunch. RSVPs for large groups are requested.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC–Senior Lounge, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 11:45 a.m.Donation: $2.50/individual (Seniors who cannot afford $2.50 are wel-come to dine and donate whatever amount they can.)Contact: Lil at (303) 316-6359.
JCC Exercise ProgramsThe following classes are held at the JCC Sports & Fitness Center andare free for Sports & Fitness Center members. Unless otherwise noted,the cost for JCC annual members (non-S&F members) is $50/8 classes.A punch card is also available for $50/8 visits.
Arthritis Aquafitness(sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation)Beneficial joint and range of motion exercises and fun.
M/T/W/F, noon—1 p.m.
Low ImpactAerobic dance, light weights and fun for all fitness levels.
M/W/F, 7–8 a.m.M/F, 11 a.m.–noon
T’ai Chi ChuanGentle, flowing movement to promote vitality.
Senior YogaEnhance your flexibility and reduce stress.
Wednesdays, 10–11 a.m.
Water ExerciseAny class M–F between 9 a.m.–4 p.m.(maximum of 4 classes/8-punchcard)
Jewish Family Services
Wednesdays, beginning January 20Rafael Spiritual Healing Center to OfferBereavement Support GroupRafael Spiritual Healing Center of Jewish Family Service will offer an8-week Spiritual Healing Bereavement Support Group. The group,which will meet weekly over an eight-week period, will provide spir-itual and psychological support for those who have experienced theloss of a loved one. It will offer a unique Jewish perspective to thegrieving process and is co-facilitated by Rabbi Eliot Baskin, D. Min.,Jewish Community Chaplain, and Arleen Gershen, LCSW, a JFS psy-chotherapist. Participants are asked tomake a commitment to attendall eight sessions.
Location: Rafael Spiritual Healing Center (in the JFS building), 3201 S.Tamarac Dr.Time: 4—5:30 p.m.Cost: $100 for 8-weeks. Advance registration required.Information: Cynthia Heller at (303) 597-5000, ext. 392 [email protected].
Sunday, February 212nd Jewish Disabilities Awareness Day EventSave the date for the 2nd annual Jewish Disabilities Awareness DayEvent, hosted by the Jewish Disabilities Network. This free event isopen to the public and promises to be an afternoon of entertainingand educational activities for people of all ages. The goal of the eventis to bring awareness about inclusion of Jewish people with disabili-ties to the community.
Location: Robert E. Loup JCC, 350 S. Dahlia St.Time: 1—4 p.m.Cost: FreeInformation: Adina Krausz at (303) 623-0251, ext. 204 [email protected].
Through March 2Toby Meyer Solo ExhibitThe Mizel Museum Artist Alliance and the Rafael Spiritual HealingCenter of Jewish Family Service is proud to present the artwork of TobyMeyer on exhibit through March 2. The solo exhibit title,“Interpretations,”originates fromMeyer’s approach for bringing togeth-er abstraction and realism in her paintings through the context of dou-ble interpretation. Meyer’s use of vibrant colors and strong designweaves through the exciting shapes and forms in subtle rhythm.
March–May with oil painter, Gail benEzra.Although born in New York City, Gail has fallen in love with the lightand expansiveness of Colorado and the Southwest. Her oil paintingsdelight the viewer with the interplay of color, pattern, and design. Sheuses an interpretive and creative style in her landscapes, florals andfigure paintings. Stay tuned for more details on an opening receptionand exhibit dates!
Location: Rafael Spiritual Healing Center (in the JFS building), 3201 S.Tamarac Dr.Information and viewing: Cynthia Heller at (303) 597-5000, ext. 392 [email protected].
Temple Emanuel
Tuesday, January 19The Stories of Colorado HistoryThisActive Minds programwill cover the 15 year struggle of Coloradoto become the 38th state, as well as the role of mining and oil in theevolution of our state.
Location: Temple Emanuel - Sisterhood Lounge, 51 Grape St.Time: 10:45 a.m.—noonCost: No charge. RSVP by January 11.Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307Please see back cover for reservation information.
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Tuesday, February 2Lucille Ball: The Queen of ComedyRobert Landau continues his comedy series with a discussion andclips of one of the most popular and influential stars in America.
Location: Temple Emanuel - Sisterhood Lounge, 51 Grape St.Time: 10:45 a.m.—noonCost: No charge. RSVP by January 26Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307Please see back cover for reservation information.
Tuesday, February 9Cartoonist Ed SteinA presentation by Ed Stein includes a talk on the process of cartoon-ing and a Mizel Museum sponsored exhibit of his work.The show willinclude Stein’s never-before seen Jewish-themed cartoons,original inkon paper drawings of his nationally syndicated editorial cartoons aswell as some classic drawings from his comic strip “Denver Square.”
Location: Congregation Kohelet, 428 South Forest St.Time: 11 a.m.—noonCost: $5 at the door. RSVP by February 5Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307Please see back cover for reservation information.
Thursday, February 11Broadway at the Buell: Legally BlondeThe hilarious film is now a smash hit musical! Special pricing fororchestra seats!
Location: Senior Ride bus at Temple Emanuel’s Grape St. entrance.Time: Matinee – Call Jodi at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307 a few days priorfor departure time.Cost: Bus Included. All Orchestra seats - $25, $33, $45, $90 andMezzanine - $47Payment Deadline: Jan 8Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307Please see back cover for reservation information.
Sunday, February 14The Denver Brass presents Bourbon StreetBrass: Carnival!Mardi Gras fever comes to the Newman Center for the PerformingArts as we bask in rhythmic magic of everything Cajun and Latin.
Location: Meet the Senior Ride bus at Temple Emanuel’s Grape St.Cost: $17, $24, $29, $32 due by January 22.Time: Matinee – Call Jodi at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307 a few days priorfor departure time.Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307Please see back cover for reservation information.
Tuesday, February 16Abraham LincolnJoin Active Minds for a look at the man and the legend. He is rated bymany as the greatest president in our country’s history. Hear the fasci-nating myths and the great true stories of how Lincoln changed historyin ways that continue to this day. This program is sponsored by JFS atHome.Please bring gloves,mittens,scarves or socks to be donated to theJFS at HomeWeinberg Food Pantry Clients.Location: Temple Emanuel – Sisterhood Lounge, 51 Grape St.Time: 10:45 a.m. – noonCost: No charge. RSVP by February 8.Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307Please see back cover for reservation information.
MarchBroadway Musical Theatre - Reserve Now,Pay Later.Mary Poppins - Sunday (Date to be determined) Matinee at the BuellFor play description: www.denvercenter.org
Location: Denver Center for the Performing ArtsCost: A call list is being developed. Please do not delay as there will be ashort turn around and I will need a group minimum in order to offer youthe best prices! Depending on the interest, we may be able to arrange fora bus or carpools.Contact: Jodi Glater at (303) 388-4013, ext. 307
WednesdaysLunch and LearnJoin Cantor Heit for lunch and lively discussions! The discussionbegins with the sacred texts and then the sky’s the limit! No prepara-tion required! Bring your own brown bag lunch.
Saturday, January 9 & moreAnshei Mitzvah, Anyone?If you think you may be ready for the bar or bat mitzvah you never had,TempleMicah is looking for adultswhoknow theirAlef-Bet andwant theexperience of making profound connections with their tradition, withother like-minded people and with forgotten or undiscovered parts ofthemselves. The Anshei Mitzvah (People of the Commandments) pro-gram starting in January will entail study sessions spanning about 1-1/2years and culminating in a special Shabbat observance onApril 30,2011.
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Location: Temple Micah, 2600 Leyden St.Time: 8:30 a.m.Registration required; cost to be determinedContact: Temple Micah at (303) 388-4239, [email protected] orwww.micahdenver.org
4th Saturday each month, January 23–AprilBubbye & Zayde Shabbat Camp(Runs concurrent with Shabbat Service & Tisch)Micah grandparents and “wannabes” share Jewish heritage and funcultural adventures with children ages 5-10 through arts and crafts,cooking projects, stories and musical activities.At the same time par-ents and other adults can enjoy a Shabbat Service and Tisch with theirown activities – Torah discussion, singing and bagel snack.Themorn-ing mixture of events is designed to attract, engage and build rapportacross generations in age-appropriate, satisfying Judaic endeavors! Assome may recall, Bubbye & Zayde Shabbat Camp debuted last yearwith a different name, Camp L’dor Vador: Generations SharingShabbat; the program concept remains the same. For more informa-tion on how to participate, please check with the synagogue.
10—11 a.m. Shabbat Service & 11 a.m.—12 noon TischCost: FreeContact: Temple Micah at (303) 388-4239, [email protected] orwww.micahdenver.org
Friday, January 29 and more“Funky Fridays”Shabbat ShirahGather with Temple Micah congregants to celebrate the annualSabbath of Song — featuring musical talents and skills of Micahminstrels at varied levels of ability. Musicians Hal Aqua and DavidRoss direct these lay instrumentalists and vocalists at severalrehearsals in prep for the service,where other congregants and guestssometimes clap, tap or chime in too. Shabbat Shirah is part of a seriesof “Funky Friday” musical and spiritual explorations during TempleMicah Kabbalat Shabbat Services. Other upcoming musical themesinclude Jewish Voices, Human Sounds—Dylan, Cohen & Simon onMarch 5; Reggae, April 16; and Separdi, May 7. We look forward tosharing these melodic, inspiring moments with you!
Third Thursdays through May 2010 (excluding Jan.)Rabbi Mo’s RoundtableBoker tov…Wake up for thoughtful, interesting discussions with RabbiAdamMorris and Temple Micah congregants. Choose a site near you!
Location: Downtown, Dec. 17 and April 15 – Snooze, 2262 Larimer St.;Denver Tech Center, Feb 18 and May 20 – DeliTech, 8101 E. BelleviewAve.; and Westside, March 18 – DJ’s Café, at 38th and TennysonTime: 7:30–8:30 a.m.Cost: The conversation is free; buy your own coffee and breakfastContact: Temple Micah at (303) 388-4239, [email protected] orwww.micahdenver.org
Third Sundays through April 2010Sunday ShiurTake advantage of these informative once-a-month adult educationalprograms presented by RabbiAdamMorris on wide-ranging topics ofJewish relevance.
Location: Denver Campus for Jewish Education, 2450 S. Wabash St.Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Temple Micah at (303) 388-4239, [email protected] orwww.micahdenver.org
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Thursday, January 7 and February 4Film SeriesJoin us for our first of four films, The Ritchie Boys on January 7, fol-lowed by a discussion with Linda Weiss, daughter of Jack Strauss, aformer Ritchie Boy. The film is about the intelligence camp, CampRichie and the role the graduates played inWorldWar II.On February 4, come watch the Frisco Kid, amovie about a rabbi fromPoland who goes to America to lead a Jewish community. When hearrives in America he is hijacked and meets up with a bank robberand they form a friendship.
Location: Temple Sinai, 3509 S. Glencoe St.Time: 1:30 p.m.Cost: $2 – Popcorn and drinks will be served.Contact: Lisa Thorner at (303) 759-1827 or [email protected]
Wednesday, January 13High Tea LuncheonEncore will be sponsoring a High Tea Luncheon. The lunch anddessert will be accompanied by musical entertainment.
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Location: Temple Sinai, 3509 South Glencoe St.Time: 1 p.m.Cost: TBDContact: Lisa Thorner at (303) 759-1827 or [email protected]
Sundays thru February 21Sinai SundaysSinai Sundays will offer an exciting series of classes, includingHebrewI & II; The Bible After the Torah: The Prophets & Writings; Ruach! NewJewish Music; Jewish Prayer and Yoga; and Adult Confirmation.Location: Temple Sinai, 3509 S. Glencoe St.Time: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 – 11:45 a.m., depending on the classCost: Members - $72; Non-members - $100Contact: Lisa Thorner at (303) 759-1827 or [email protected]
JanuaryDrop–in Mah JonggKeep your eye out for bi-monthly Mah Jongg games at Temple Sinai.We will begin playing on once a month on Wednesdays from 6:30 –8:30 p.m. and once a month on Thursdays from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.Please watch for more details
Location: Temple Sinai, 3509 S. Glencoe St.Contact: Lisa Thorner at (303) 759-1827 or [email protected]
ThursdaysLunch and LearnJoin us to study and discuss a special selection of text from classicalJewish literature. The emphasis will be on discussion, questions andthoughts, led by Rabbi Rick Rheins or Rabbi Jay TelRav. It is an openforum,an opportunity to bring up any topic to explore with the Rabbis.
Location: Temple Sinai, 3509 South Glencoe St.Time: 12—1 p.m.Cost: FreeBring your own brown bag lunch.Contact: Lisa Thorner at (303) 759-1827 or [email protected]
Sunday, April 259 Health Care Volunteers NeededTemple Sinai is excited to announce that is has been awarded a new9Health Fair site. This is a perfect opportunity to use the fair as aMitzvah Day to give back to the community. Volunteers are thelifeblood of the 9Health Fair and we are looking for help.
Location: Temple Sinai, 3509 S. Glencoe St.Time: 7 a.m.—noonContact Lisa Thorner at (303) 759-1827 or [email protected] formore details
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