HOMELAND WINS SIX AWARDS INCLUDING THE NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD

Since its release just over a year ago,  HOMELAND: The Illustrated History of the State of Israel, published by Nachshon Press, has won six literary awards including the National Jewish Book Award, recognized as the most prestigious award in Jewish literature.

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TA'AM YISRAEL STUDY
RESULTS ANNOUNCED
Alumni more likely to stay connected post-bar/bat mitvzah

Nearly ten years has passed since CFJE launched its idea to bring eighth-graders to Israel for an intensive, one-week experience to give them a “taste” of the country, its history, and people.

Now, more than 700 alumni later, a new research study makes the strong case that the program has accomplished what it set out to do: to keep participants connected and committed to Jewish life beyond their bar/bat mitzvah.

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Dawn Schuman Institute Classes for 2008-09

Click here for the Dawn Schuman Insitute Catalog of 2008-09 classes!

REGISTER NOW FOR HEBREW LANGUAGE CLASSES!

In the year we celebrate Israel at 60, why not treat yourself to something new to spark a deeper connection with our Homeland?

CFJE offers the chance to learn Hebrew in its dynamic Hebrew language Ulpan program entitled “Merkaz Ivrit.” Running from October 2007 through May 2008, this 22 session program (1.5 hr/week) is divided into various proficiency levels. Classes will take place in Skokie, the North Shore, Lakeview and new this year: the Northwest suburbs in Buffalo Grove. 

Click here for more details.

To register, contact the Ulpan Center today (847) 410-3900 x 20 or by e-mail at Ulpan@cfje.org

God's New Greenhouse
October 28, 2008
Rabbi Brant Rosen
Tuesday, October 28
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation

Jewish Ethics: Whose Life is it Anyway?
October 29, 2008
Rabbi Joseph Ozarowski
Wednesday, October 29- Whose Life is it Anyway?
Wednesday, November 5- Jewish People's Court
7:30-9:00 PM
Temple B'nai Israel

Jews and Power: Ancient and Modern Perspectives
November 02, 2008
Dr. Steven Weitzman and Dr. Jeffrey Veideinger
Sunday, November 2 and 9
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Temple Jeremiah

Iran, Syria & the Greater Middle East: Perils or Possibilities?
November 05, 2008
Jay Footlik
Wednesday, November 5
8:00-9:30 PM
North Suburban Synaogue Beth El

Jewish Ethics: Whose Life is it Anyway?
November 05, 2008
Rabbi Joseph Ozarowski
Wednesday, October 29- Whose Life is it Anyway?
Wednesday, November 5- Jewish People's Court
7:30-9:00 PM
Temple B'nai Israel

Jews and Power: Ancient and Modern Perspectives
November 09, 2008
Dr. Steven Weitzman and Dr. Jeffrey Veideinger
Sunday, November 2 and 9
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Temple Jeremiah

Distinguished Speakers: Mara Liasson
November 13, 2008
Mara Liasson
Thursday, November 13
8:00 PM
Congregation Beth Shalom

Great American Jewish Director: Billy Wilder
November 16, 2008
Jane Atlas & Joyce Grant
Sunday, November 16
10:00-11:30 AM
Temple B'nai Israel

Praying With Lior- A Documentary Movie
November 16, 2008
Russell Vincent
Sunday, November 16
1:30-3:30 PM
Temple Jeremiah

An Analysis of the Elections
November 18, 2008
Jay Footlik
Tuesday, November 18
7:00-8:30 PM
Temple Sholom

Praying With Lior- A Documentary Movie
November 22, 2008
Rabbi Mordechai Liebling
Saturday, November 22
7:30-9:30 PM
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation

Jewish Life in the American South: A Trip to Charleston & Savannah
March 22, 2009
Join us on a trip to explore Jewish Life in the South as we travel to Charleston & Savannah on March 22 - 26, 2009.