Jewish Post, Indianapolis, Marion County, 17 December 2003 — Page 2

IN 2 December 17. 2003

Something for Everyone Happy Hanukkah, everyone!

By SHOSHANA HARPER Hanukkah at CBT On Sunday, Dec. 21, the Sisterhood of Congregation B'nai Torah will host its popular Hanukkah brunch. Hanukkah at CST On Sunday, Dec 21, at 5:45 p.m. Congregation Shaarey Tefilla will host its annual Hanukkah celebration and dinner. Light the candles and learn about Hanukkah through song, story, and dance. Yiddish Club Hanukkah On Sunday, Dec. 21, at 1 p.m. in the Laikin Auditorium you can enjoy Yiddish songs and stories and a delicious festival meal in celebration of Hanukkah. Fay Dorfman and Mike Blain will host the event. Reservations are required. Call

Naomi at 251-9467, ext. 227. Cost: $5. Hanukkah on ice Bring your family and friends for this annual Hanukkah treat on Sunday, Dec. 21, from 1-3 p.m. at the Carmel Ice Skadium, sponsored by the Lubavitch of Indiana. In addition to skating, there is a live ice-skating show, a visit by Judah Maccabee, menorah lighting on ice, and an opportunity to dip your own Hanukkah candle and make different Hanukkah crafts to take home. Enjoy kosher snacks and hot chocolate too! The cost is $3 per person or $10 per family. You can also be a sponsor for $180 dollars. Skate rental is not included. For more information or to RSVP, call 251-5573.

My family and I have attended for several years, and it's a magnificent event for the entire Jewish community. I especially enjoy it since it's moved to Carmel where it's a pleasure to park. Matzoh Ball Billed as the "Greatest Singles Event of the Year," this year's Matzoh Ball will take place on Dec. 24 from 7-11:30 p.m. at the Bahama Breeze, 3815 E. 96th Street. The cost for members of the JCC Singles group is $20. Nonmember cost is $25. Cash bar. RSVP before Dec. 19 to Marsha Landau at 251-9467 or via email at [email protected]. Art exhibit Woodcut relief prints by Mark Thomas Smith will be featured at the JCC Arts Gal-

lery during the month of December. Learners Shabbat service Jeremy Kridel will lead services on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 10:30 a.m. at Congregation Shaarey Tefilla, teaching the meaning and structure of the prayer service as well as insights from the Torah. Come and learn! 253-4591. Winter camp Your pre-K through grade 4 children can enjoy this Mini Gan-Izzy camp Monday, Dec. 22, through Wednesday, Dec. 31, from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Friday dismissal at 1:30 p.m.). Extended day is available upon request. Swimming, music, and drama, Judaic programming, arts and crafts, field trips, sports, and hot lunches and

snacks are all part of the program. Tlie.cost is $220 for the full eight-day camp or $30 per day. For more information call 253-9152. This is a project of Lubavitch of Indiana. Red Cross programs The American Red Cross has selected the JCC to serve as a northside training site for their water safety courses. American Red Cross certificates are recognized throughout the country. Sessions include classroom lectures and pool training. Call 251-9467, ext. 222, for more information. Lifeguard Certificate: For ages 15 and older. Classes begin Dec. 26. $135 member/$165 non-member. Israel tour Support Israel, enjoy warmer weather, and join Rabbi and Yaffa Crandall on a tour of Israel this December. Choose between a 10- or 14-day trip with others from the Indianapolis community. Spend time with Israelis, tour, and get an insider's view of the country. Contact Rabbi Crandall for more information on costs and exact dates at 253-5253 or [email protected]. Birthright Israel A free Birthright Trip to Israel for young adults 18-26 will take place from Dec. 28, 2003 to Jan. 8,2004. Participants will experience the unforgettable history, culture, and people Continued on page 15

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