More than 70 Beth Shalom Sisterhood members came together in November for our annual paid-up membership dinner, noshing on kosher Chinese cuisine, bidding on our “Bears for Life” centerpieces, renewing old friendships, and generally enjoying a relaxing evening out. Our membership and programming chairs are busy sorting through the many wonderful ideas submitted by those attending for their ideal Sisterhood program. If you missed the dinner because you haven’t yet joined Sisterhood, remember that it is never too late to become part of our “Garden of Friends”! Dues are the lifeline of our organization and help us provide so many extra for the Beth Shalom community, including unsponsored kiddushes, Simchat Torah treats, sponsorship of a visiting rabbinical student, We Care packages for college students, and more. In just a few more days, Hannukah will be here. Don’t miss our annual Hannukah party on December 6 (free to Sisterhood families—yet another membership benefit!), and B’nai Mitzvah project showcase. Sisterhood’s gift shop will be open during the party, so pick up some Hannukah candles and gifts for families and friends. See the ad in this edition of the Scroll for party details. Last month I wrote about trying new experiences. If you haven’t done so before and would like to take part in Sisterhood Shabbat (January 29-30), in Hebrew or English, just let me know by leaving a message for Sisterhood at 410- 531-5115 ext. 324 or by e-mailing sisterhoodbethshalom@gmail.com. And of course, all those who have participated in the past are invited to join us again. Eve Klein P.S. If you want to learn some Hebrew for Sisterhood Shabbat, or become more comfortable with the Shabbat service, check out the Adult Education offerings.

BETH SHALOM CELEBRATES ITS 36TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A DOUBLE CHAI EVENT! 11-06-2005

Pictures from Israel 07-05-2005
Follow the Beth Shalom Congregation Mission to Israel with these photographs of their trip.

State of Israel Mazel Tov Bond 05-17-2004
State of Israel Bonds has launched its new $100 Mazel Tov Bond.

A Jewish Guide to "The Passion" 05-11-2004
Rabbi Grossman has developed a guide discussing Mel Gibson's new movie "The Passion of the Christ".

Beth Shalom needs more room 05-05-2004
Expansion: Our synagogue is raising funds to double the size of its building and bring much-needed relief.

Beth Shalom Congregation Wins National Solomon Schechter Award 11-10-2003
The United Synagogue for Conservative Judaism (USCJ) announced that Beth Shalom Congregation was selected by the Solomon Schechter Awards Committee to receive a Gold Award for Synagogue Excellence for the congregation’s Chesed (Kindness) Committee.

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