BOULDER JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
3800 Kalmia Avenue = Boulder, Colorado
80301 = www.boulderjcc.org = (303) 998-1900
At the Boulder
JCC and Around Town…week of 03/24/07 – 03/31/07
At
The Boulder JCC: Quick Links
Showstoppers
Summer Theater Camp at the Boulder JCC!
May/June Boulder
JCC Community Page Deadline Reminders
Shalom Baby:
B’Yahad:
“Working on Co-Existence – Building Bridges for Peace”
Menorah classes: Moral
Grandeur and Spiritual Audacity - The Legacy of A. J. Heschel: A six-week class
with Rabbi Victor Gross and guest speakers
2007 Greater
Denver/Boulder Community Population Study
Boulder JCC Save
The Date
Acknowledgments
Around the Town
Passover in
Boulder
Join the fun with Showstoppers Summer Theater Camp
at the Boulder JCC with the fabulous Tracy Ayers!
The camp is definitely a “go” and we want you to be a part of it!
Calling All 1st-4th Graders!
Monday - Friday 9am-1pm
Monday, July 9 - Friday, July 20
Final performance Friday, July 20
(Two-week session coincides w/ Boulder JCC preschool
session Three)
Tuition:
$345 for TWO WEEKS!
Showstoppers is non-stop summer fun with dance (including hip hop with the amazing M. Troy Burrell!), music and theater! Learn to write and produce your OWN show
with other creative actor/campers and then get ready to WOW your friends and
family at a final original performance. Every day will also include lots of
outdoor activities, lunch and lots of time to play with friends!
About the Showstoppers Summer Theater Camp Instructors:
Tracy Ayers, the
Boulder JCC theater director, is also the summer camp director. She is a
graduate of the University
of Colorado with a BFA
degree in theater and a teaching certificate in theater. Previously, she
co-owned Lake Forest Children’s Theatre in
Chicago.
Celia Parson received
her BFA in theater from the University
of Colorado at Boulder
and her MA in Elementary Education from the University
of Colorado at Denver. She is a local actor and has taught
children’s theater and voice at The Studio, the Boulder JCC, and the Boulder Conservatory
Theatre. She is a sixth grade teacher in Arvada
and cannot wait to teach children’s theater again!
M. Troy Burrell
is a Denver native with a dance
degree from the University
of Northern Colorado. Troy is the founder and
artistic director of 7th Son Productions. A master in the elements of Hip Hop,
he also brings an extensive background in modern, jazz, partner dance, stepping
and ballet.
Questions? Contact Tracy at 303-618-7014
To register:
Send payment with the following information to Kathryn@boulderjcc.org
or to
Mail
to: Boulder JCC, 3800 Kalmia Ave., Boulder, CO 80301
Participant’s
name and age ____________________________
Address____________________________________________
Parent name
___________________________________
Work
phone_________________________
Cell
phone__________________________
Home
Phone ________________________
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Just Around the Corner…
DEADLINES FOR the BOULDER JCC May/June 2007 Community Page!
***NEW DEADLINE FOR ADVERTISING SUBMISSIONS: MONDAY, March 26 to kelli@boulderjcc.org
Other submission deadlines: SUNDAY, April 1:
Calendar items: shari@boulderjcc.org
Article and community listings: lisa@boulderjcc.org
Questions? Email lisa@boulderjcc.org or call (303) 998-5626
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Shalom Baby
Free Music Demo Class with
Kristin McLean!
Join Shalom Baby for a FREE music demo class with Kristin McLean on Wednesday, March 28, from 4-4:45 p.m. in the Boulder JCC North Wing.
This class is for children ages 4 months to 4 years. It's a great sibling
class!! To RSVP for the FREE demo
class, please email bethlitz@yahoo.com. Space is limited.
Signing Smart Baby Sign Language Play Class
Enroll your child (6 mths to 2 years) in the next session
of the Signing Smart Baby Sign Language Play Class. Using play, activities,
songs and games, you and your child will learn ASL signs that will help your
child communicate with you earlier and on a whole new level. Next eight-week
session begins April 12, from 11:15 a.m.-noon
at the Boulder
JCC North Wing. For more information, please contact Beth at
bethlitz@yahoo.com or (720) 364-1812.
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PassoverHangover
A Hebrew Happy Hour
Join us for PassoverHangover: A Hebrew Happy Hour and
horseradish martinis and deviled eggs – and more, Thursday, April 5, 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Republic of Boulder, 1095 Canyon Blvd. Meet and
mingle with fellow Heebsters at the follow-up event to last year’s wild
and crazy PassoverPalooza. Cost:
$10 – includes one drink and appetizers.
For more information, contact Kathryn@boulderjcc.org, (303)
998-1021.
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Older Adults – Not Just for Seniors
“The Exodus Decoded” (2006)
Join Older Adults for “The Exodus Decoded,” Wednesday, April 11, Noon at the Boulder JCC. Director
Simcha Jacobovici's
provocative documentary delves into history, archaeology and geology to uncover
startling evidence that sheds new light on the events of the Exodus, including
the parting of the Red Sea. High-tech
computer-generated imagery brings the biblical episodes to life while
scientists, scholars and theologians explain the significance of these
intriguing new clues about ancient times. James Cameron
narrates. Cost: $5 film, lunch and discussion. RSVP to Kathryn@Boulderjcc.org, (303)
998-1021.
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B’Yahad: The Israel Center
at the Boulder JCC
Working on Co-Existence: Building Bridges for Peace
With Gal Yaakobi, Rawan Zaitoun and Melodye Feldman
Join B’Yahad for “Working on Co-Existence:
Building Bridges for Peace” with Gal Yaakobi, Rawan Zaitoun and Melodye
Feldman, Wednesday, April 11, 7-8 p.m. at the
Boulder JCC.
As teens, Gal and Rawan participated in Building Bridges
for Peace, an intensive summer program bringing American, Israeli, and
Palestinian girls together to learn new communication techniques, develop
leadership skills and engage in activities that promote peace and the status
and empowerment of women. Today, both young women work for Building Bridges,
the flagship program of Seeking Common Ground, founded in 1994 by Melodye
Feldman. Join Hebrew High’s Israel Study Trip students to hear Gal
and Rawan will speak about their experiences in the Bridges program and its
impact on their lives. Rawan has been the
BBfP program Middle East Coordinator for the past 3 years, and Gal is the
current BBfP program Middle East
Co-Coordinator. Gal recently completed 3 years of service in the Israeli
Defense Forces, and is planning on pursuing a bachelor’s degree in
international studies at Hebrew University in Jerusalem
this fall. Rawan received a bachelor of special education degree from
David Yellin College of Education, and will be starting graduate studies in
social work at McGill
University in June.
To RSVP: Kathryn@boulderjcc.org, (303)
998-1021.
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Menorah Classes:
Moral Grandeur and Spiritual Audacity - The Legacy of A. J. Heschel
Begins again on April 17!
A six-week class with Rabbi Victor Gross and guest
speakers
Tuesdays, 10:30 am – noon
April 17, 24, May 1
$90 for Boulder JCC members: $100 for non-members
Drop in cost: $16/member; $18/non-member per class.
Please contact Kathryn@Boulderjcc.org, (303)
998-1021
One of the most influential rabbis of the 20th
century, Abraham Joshua Heschel may be best known for marching with Martin
Luther King – the subject of Menorah’s January program, which left
many who attended longing to learn more. Indeed, there’s much more to
Heschel than social activism. Come learn more about this great scholar, theologian,
writer and teacher from one of his students, Rabbi Victor Gross. Rabbi Victor Gross was a student of Professor Heschel
in the late 60's and had a personal relationship with him and his family
and paid a partial debt to his influence by writing his Ph.D. on him.
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EXCITING NEWS...PLEASE ANSWER
YOUR PHONE!
We are excited to announce that the Allied Jewish
Federation has received a generous grant from Rose Community Foundation to
conduct the 2007 greater Denver/Boulder Jewish community study. This study,
like its predecessors in 1997 and 1981, will identify social and demographic
characteristics of our community and help us understand the needs and
desires for programs and services. The Boulder JCC will be working
with the study consultants, Ukeles Associates Inc., and we hope
you will give a few minutes if you're lucky enough to be called! Thank
you! Questions? Call Linda at (303) 449-3996.
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Boulder JCC Save the Date:
Yom Haatzmaut
Israel Independence
Day Celebration - Try It Israeli Style!!!
Sponsored by
B’Yahad and Haver
Sunday, April
22, 5-7 p.m.
At the Boulder
JCC
Contact: Kathryn@boulderjcc.org, (303)
998-1021
HaSifria April Book Club
Those Who Forget the Past: The Question of Anti-Semitism (Parts 1-6) by Ron Rosenbaum (ed)
Wednesday,
April 25, Noon-1:30 p.m.
At the Boulder JCC North Wing
Contact: Froma@boulderjcc.org, (303) 998-1900, ext. 5
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The Boulder JCC gratefully acknowledges the
following organizations for their generous support of our many programs:
Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado
Boulder County
Arts Alliance
Customer Paradigm
Jared Polis Foundation
The Max & Yetta Karasik Family Foundation
John S. and James L. Knight
Foundation
The Jay & Rose Phillips Family Foundation
Rose Community Foundation
Rose Youth Foundation
Scientific and Cultural Facilities
District
Weaver Family Foundation
Zell Family Foundation
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…And Around Town: Quick Links
Fantastic Israel
Traveling and Study Opportunity
Chabad Jewish
Center of Longmont: Model Matzah Bakery
Congregation Bonai Shalom
Congregation Har HaShem
Kehilath Aish Kodesh
Lubavitch of Boulder
Congregation Nevei Kodesh
Congregation Pardes Levavot
Conscious Learning Community
Boulder Jewish
Republicans
Boulder Israeli Dance
Fantastic Israel Traveling and Study Opportunity
Congregation Har HaShem is going to Israel in Summer 2007 (June 4-15th)!
We will be learning and touring with Keshet, an Israeli, educationally based
tour group. The trip will be led by Rabbi Bronstein, and will focus on Jerusalem, the North of
Israel, and Tel Aviv. The trip is open to unaffiliated Jews as well as
Har HaShem members. If you are interested, please contact Sandy Friedman at s.friedman2@comcast.net or Sid
Fox at sidfox@comcast.net.
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Chabad Jewish Center of Longmont
Model Matzah Bakery
Chabad Jewish Center of Longmont will be bringing the
amazing Model Matzah Bakery to Longmont.
The Model Matzah Bakery is an exciting educational and fun experience for the
entire family in which participants are able to experience the story and art of
Matzah baking. It features wheat stalks, brick ovens, millstones, etc. which
are all setup to form an old style Matzah Bakery. Dressed in baker's hats,
participants will help with the entire process of Matzah making which will
include winnowing, threshing, grinding, kneading dough and making their own
Matzah. Participants will have the unique opportunity of hands on educational
experience that has added holiday spirit, fun and education for all who have
attended. The Model Matzah Bakery will be held at on Tuesday, March 27 at
Chabad Jewish Center, 2126 Astoria
Lane, Longmont.
The program will run from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Cost: $8 per participant and advanced reservation is required. To reserve your
spot or to find out more information please contact (303) 678-7595, Rabbi@JewishLongomt.com and
visit www.JewishLongmont.com.
Congregation Bonai Shalom
Family Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Join Congregation Bonai Shalom for
a short, lively and interactive family shabbat service followed by a kiddush
and affordable dinner, Friday, April 13, 6:15
p.m. for families with children 4-6th grade. Cost: $20 for a family
of four. For reservations, contact (303) 442-6605.
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Congregation Har HaShem
Shabbat Mishpacha – For Families with
Young Children
Join Congregation Har HaShem for Shabbat Mishpacha, Saturday,
April 14, 10:30 -11:45 a.m. For families
with children between the ages of preschool and first grade. Questions? Contact
Katherine at (303) 499-7077, or ks@harhashem.org.
Chai Noon Lecture Series (Lunch and Lecture) at Har HaShem:
Prof. Bob Schulzinger, “Iraq
and Vietnam:
Lessons learned and mislearned”
Join Congregation Har HaShem for Chai Noon Lecture
Series with Bob Schulzinger, Professor of History and International Affairs at
CU-Boulder, Thursday, April 26, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Bob will be
discussing “Iraq and Vietnam:
Lessons learned and mislearned.” There is no charge BUT
please make reservations. Please RSVP by calling Robert at (303) 499-7077, ext.
13 one week prior to that months lecture. Beverages and sweets will be
provided, but please bring your own vegetarian lunch. We hope you can join us!
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Kehilath Aish Kodesh
On-going classes:
• Breslov Chassidut, Saturdays at 4:30 p.m., with 3rd
meal, 1805 Balsam Avenue,
instructor Rabbi Gavriel Goldfeder
• Tanya, Mondays, 6:15-7:30 p.m., 1805 Balsam Avenue, instructor Morah
Yehudis Fishman
• Women in Torah, Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m., 1805 Balsam Avenue,
instructor Rabbi Gavriel Goldfeder
•
Chumash for Women, Thursdays, 9:30-11 a.m., 2424 Keller Farm Road,
instructor Morah Yehudis Fishman. Contact Rabbi Gavriel Goldfeder at (303)
443-2497 or yorabbi@comcast.net
for details and visit www.boulderaishkodesh.org.
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Lubavitch of Boulder
Passover store opening at Boulder JCC
Shop the Passover store for all your
Passover needs. Shop from a selection of great quality Kosher meat and chicken
that includes organic and free range as well. Purchase hand made Shmurah
matzoh, great quality chocolates and array of dairy products and much
more.
Hours:
Sunday, March 25 11
a.m.-2 p.m.
Tuesday, March 27 12-2
p.m.
Thursday, March 29 6-8
p.m.
Sunday, April 1 10
a.m.-1 p.m.
Friday, May 5 10
a.m.-12 p.m. - (Chol hamoed)
Sunday, April 15 11
a.m.-1 p.m. - (Clearance sale)
Call Chany at (720) 371-6339 to find out the regular store hours. The
store will be open after Pesach until Summer Break. Email Chany to
order specific items LBKosher@comcast.net
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Congregation Nevei Kodesh
Hassidic Masters on the Torah
Join Hassidic Masters on the Torah, most Saturdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Led by Rabbi Tirzah Firestone or
other teachers, study the weekly Torah Parsha through the mystical teachings of
the Hassidic Masters. Call for location at (303) 271-3541.
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Chant and Meditation with Pardes Levavot,
led by Rabbi Nadya Gross
This weekly chant and
meditation group will meet every Wednesday,
7-9 p.m. at Pardes Levavot, 71st and Lookout Road, Gunbarrel. Join
us as we engage in spiritual practice and deep connection, creating sacred
space in our lives mid-week. For information please call (303) 563-2110 or
visit www.pardeslevavot.org.
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Conscious Learning Community
Ongoing classes:
Torah B’Ivrit
A weekly gathering for people who
read Biblical Hebrew and are interested in studying sections of the weekly
Torah Portion selected for the general themes of spiritual development they
represent. We read and understand the narrative in both Hebrew and English; we
meditate upon the readings to discern personal spiritual messages, and to sense
of God’s presence in our lives, Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., CLC Center, 3982 Arbol Ct., Boulder, CO
80301. Cost: $100 per 10 sessions. Registration: (303) 440-1024 or info@conscious-learning-community.org.
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Boulder Jewish Republicans
Christine Burtt: Arabs and Americans – Our Core Values
Join Boulder Jewish Republicans for “Arabs and Americans – Our Core
Values,” a talk with Ms. Christine Burtt, a political consultant and
trainer with extensive experience in Indonesia and Jordan, Monday, March 26, 7 p.m. at the Boulder JCC.
She will discuss core values of Arab culture, similarities
and differences from those in America and the West. What
are the commonalities upon which peace can be built? Ms Burtt's comments are
timely, insightful, and practical as only someone with hands-on experience can
be. Bring a friend! No admission cost! Non-partisan and open
to everyone. For more information, call Michael Wolin, (303) 772-8897
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Boulder Israeli Dance
Join Boulder's Israeli
Dance Group every Sunday, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Pearl St. Studio, Boulder
(entrance is on the west side of the building). Easy dances are taught from 7-8
p.m. Cost: 1st time is free, $5 thereafter. For more information, call Barbra
at (303) 447-8300.
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Passover
in Boulder
Chabad Jewish Center of Longmont wants to know: GOT MATZAH?
Join Chabad Jewish Center of
Longmont for a meaningful & traditional Passover Seder, Monday, April 2!
For more information or to RSVP, visit www.JewishLongmont.com or call
(303) 678-7595.
Congregation
Bonai Shalom
Second
Night Family and Community Seder
Join Bonai Shalom for a Second Night Family and
Community Seder, Tuesday, April 3, 5 p.m. at
Bonai Shalom. Cost: $25/adult member; $35/adult non-member;
$18/child (5-12). Donations of matzoh, wine, grape juice, olives, horseradish,
gefilte fish bites, cookies and kosher for Passover candies are welcome. RSVP
by March 23 to (303) 442-6605 or vicki@bonaishalom.org.
Congregation
Har HaShem Community Passover 2nd Seder
Join Congregation Har HaShem for a Community
Passover 2nd Seder, Tuesday, April
3, 5:00 p.m. at Har HaShem. Open to the entire community. Space is
limited, so reserve your spot now. Cost: $30 per adult member, $45 per adult
non-member, $15 per child under 12. Contact
Molly for a reservation form at m.goldsmith@harhashem.org,
or (303) 499-7077, ext 18.
Nevei
Kodesh Mystical, Musical Passover Seder
Take your seder experience to the next level! Experience
a Mystical, Musical Passover Seder, led by Rabbi Tirzah Firestone, sponsored by
Congregation Nevei Kodesh, Tuesday, April 3,
6 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Spice of Life
Center.
Includes an elegant catered dinner. Families/Singles – all are welcome.
Cost: NK Members: $40/adult and $18 for 5-12 yr olds. Guests: $50/adult and
$20 for 5-12 yr. olds. For information or registration, (303) 271-3542, www.neveikodesh.org.
Host a CU students for
places for Passover Seders
Any families that would like to open their homes for the
second night of Passover to Jewish students at CU, please email cu@hillelcolorado.org or call
(303) 442-6571.
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Save the date:
Congregation Har HaShem
Maj/Poker FUNraiser
Saturday, May 12, 7:00 p.m. at Har HaShem
Details to follow!
If you meet the Buddha in the lane, feed him the
ball.
~Phil Jackson
Lisa
Trank
Marketing Director
Boulder JCC
Editor, The Community Page
lisa@boulderjcc.org
www.boulderjcc.org
303/998-5626
(office)
303/579-4522
(mobile)
Getting It
Together...Together
The Boulder JCC's mission is
to provide programs and
services
based in Jewish values and traditions in a place where people of all ages and
backgrounds gather to exchange ideas, learn and grow together.
