SINAI TEMPLE SISTERHOOD

Sisterhood is a group of Jewish women of different backgrounds and ages who gather to observe and promote Jewish values and traditions while enjoying warmth and friendship in the process. We are proud of our accomplishments and look forward to the energy and dynamism our new members bring.

• A place for personal growth through classes and programs, and fulfillment through board positions and community service.
  
  
• We gather to plan, study and enjoy monthly programs, ranging from musical to educational, to bus trips to museums and places of interest.
  
  
• A yearly retreat at Camp Ramah in the fall which provides a wonderful opportunity to relax, study, pray, engage in many activities and enjoy each other's company, under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Nicole Guzik.
  
  
• A yearly Shabbaton in early spring where our members and their daughters lead the entire service, chant from the Torah and give d'rashot and sermons.
  
  
• Rosh Hodesh monthly meetings at different members' homes where we enjoy delicious meals and interesting programs presented by our members.
  
  
• Opportunity for community service, which brings a lot of joy to the participants as well as the recipients: Project Caring raises funds for non-perishable food packages which we deliver to needy persons three times a year for Jewish holidays. We do Outreach by going to visit patients in nursing homes whom we entertain with stories and sing-alongs.
  
  
• A fabulous Judaica shop offering tallesim and kippot, silver goblets and candlesticks, Pesah plates and challah plates and covers, and beautiful gift items.

Sisterhood supports Israel and many local Jewish organizations including:

• We provide funds for our synagogue and our schools, including Sinai Akiba and the Religious School.
  
• We fund partial scholarships to Camp Ramah and the Tikvah program at Ramah for special children.
  
• We support Torah Fund which helps toward the education of rabbis and cantors in the Conservative Movement. You will receive an exquisite pin when you make a contribution at the Benefactor level and above.

There is something for everyone at Sisterhood. Join us and be fulfilled in many different ways!

For more information please contact: Sisterhood at (310) 481-3308

SISTERHOOD PROGRAMS

Luncheon Program on Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 11:30 am. Gina Danesh, M.D. will speak about the benefits of laser surgery and other health and beauty tips. Cost is $15 per person, $18 for non-Sisterhood members or at the door without prior reservation. Contact Dee Goozé at (310) 557-7468 or deegoo@earthlink.net

Shabbaton on February 3- 4, 2012. Sisterhood members and their daughters lead services Friday night, Saturday morning and Saturday afternoon Minha. Friday night dinner is catered by Sisterhood and the cost is $25.00 per person. Everyone is invited. To participate in the services, call Michele Gabai at (310) 859-9138 or Venus Bina at (310) 551-2026.

Torah Fund Luncheon on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 11:30 am. Save the date to honor our Ha’yay Olam recipient (to be announced shortly). To contribute to Torah Fund call Rachelle Marcus at (310) 550-5884 or Elaine Lotwin at (310) 271-5554.

Sisterhood Shabbaton—Friday night and Saturday, February 3 and 4, 2012. Services led by Sisterhood members and their daughters. To participate, contact Michele Gabai at (310) 859-9138 or Venus Bina at (310) 551-2026.

Torah Fund Luncheon—Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 11:30 am. Torah Fund supports student rabbis and cantors in the Conservative movement. To make your pledge, contact Rachelle Marcus at (310) 550-5884 or Elaine Lotwin at (310) 271-5554.

Donor Luncheon—Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 11:30 am. Free to donors. To learn how to earn donor points, contact Jina Rezvanpour at (310) 991-2509 or Faranak Halimi at (310) 278-7070.

Installation—Tuesday, June 12, 2012.

Calligraphy with DeAnn Singh. (Copperplate pen style) Cost: $120. NEW 8 Wednesdays, 10:00 to 12:30 p.m.: January 11 through February 29, 2012. Cost is $120.

Ms. Singh is a renowned calligrapher who has been teaching on the Westside for 30 years. Calligraphy is a useful tool for event envelopes and invitations, making cards, place cards, beautiful letters and anything you need to write in an elegant way. Calligraphy is relaxing, creative and FUN! Materials may be purchased during first class. All levels welcome.

Exercise and Fitness with Andrea Wagner. 10 weeks. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.: January 3 through March 8, 2012. A variety of fitness techniques, including low impact aerobics, strength training and yoga. Students work at their own level. Cost is $110.

Watercolor Adventures with Ande Chen. 8 Tuesdays, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.: January 17 through March 6, 2012. Cost is $145 and includes certain supplies. Have fun creating watercolor landscapes with artist Ande Chen inspired by the works of various masters and photos. Adventure into wet-on-wet landscapes, Monet’s water lilies and dramatic skies and clouds. Oriental brush exercises will be taught at the first meeting. All levels welcome.

Write your Life with Nomi Isak. 6 Wednesdays, 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.: February 8 through March 14. Cost is $120. Nomi Isak is an award-winning book editor and writing coach and has created and facilitated writing workshops since 2001. In the supportive environment of this class, you will get hands-on experience crafting a memoir of your own life to leave as a written legacy for your family. Nomi will help you find your most vibrant expression. All levels welcome.

To register for the above classes, please contact Rosa Berman Ruder at (310) 557-1009 or rbermanr@yahoo.com.

Rosh Hodesh Club

Thursday evenings 6-8 pm., private homes, Oct. 27, Dec. 1 and Dec. 29, 2011, Jan. 26, Feb. 23, Mar. 22, Apr. 26 and May 24, 2012. Women get together at the beginning of each Jewish month for dinner, learning, camaraderie and fun. For information, please contact Edie Nitzberg at (310) 471-0886.