Love & Knishes Lunches
Lunch is served on Tuesdays at 12 noon
& programs start at 1 p.m.
This ongoing program provides a delicious and healthful meal, fellowship and a variety of informative, entertaining and insightful programs below.
Reservations for any of
the above Love & Knishes Events:
Lunch reservations must be made by Friday for the next week’s program. Call Debby Horowitz, Brownstein Jewish Family Service Director, at (203) 267-3177 ext. 105. The suggested lunch donation is $7.50 for adults over 60 and $9.50 for those under 60. Everyone is welcome to attend! Jordan Caterers prepares our delicious lunches here. Programs are held at The Federation, Jewish Communities of Western CT, Inc., at 444 Main St. North in Southbury.
Winter Session Art Classes
8 Mondays from 4 to 6 Beginning January 11
Marilyn Maughan instructor
Class cost $85.00 plus materials fee $20.00
One class entitled, "Drawing The Chair"
Classes will build skill levels in figure drawing, black and white acrylic, cartoon and comic strip. Participants will improve their use of watercolors, colored pencils and charcoals. One class entitled Drawing The Chair addresses the basics of 2 point perspective. There will be a spring session also so anyone interested in attending these classes is encouraged to call even if class has begun. We will schedule another set of classes should we get more participants.
Introduction To Mosaics
8 Wednesdays beginning March 3rd 6:00 to 9:00pm
Joanna Micknak instructor
Cost $90.00 plus $35.00 materials fee
Have you ever wondered how those beautiful mosaics you see in the museums were made? Joanna Micknak will show you. History and art are combined by Joanna in this wonderful 8 week class. You will review the mosaic color palette while learning the importance of tile shape and the laying of the tesserae. During the classes you will be creating your very own 12x12 classic mosaic piece. Class size is limited to 8 to allow for individual attention. Your prepaid registration must be in by Friday, February 26. There will be no class on Wednesday, March 31.
For information about any of the programs listed above please phone 203-267-3177 x 106 and ask for Cynthia or email cburger@jfed.net
A Women's Seder -
The Journey Takes Flight
Join Us for an Evening of Music, Song and Dance.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
4:30pm to 8pm
Walzer Family Jewish Community Campus
444 Main Street North, Southbury, Connecticut - 203 - 267 - 3177
Journey Leaders - Linda Goodman & Julie Clark
A Silent Auction of works by area artists to benefit local women’s charities
Enjoy a Sephardic Kosher Meal
$36 adult • $18 thirteen and under
Ongoing programs
JFS Chaplain Visits
If you or someone you care for is ill, call Rabbi Dovid Stein, the JFS Chaplain, at 203-465-9064.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Thursdays, Jan. 14, Feb. 11 and March 11 at 1:30 p.m.
This open, friendly and on-going group is led by Edie Hardwick of the Lutheran Home.
Heart Health Talk: “Time is of the Essence-Symptoms of a Heart Attack”
Monday, March 15 at 11 a.m.
With Sandra Micalizzi, APRN, Clinical Nurse Specialist at the Heart Center of Greater Waterbury.
Learn about the warning signs of a heart attack, how they differ between men and women, and the importance of acting promptly and dialing 9-1-1.
How You Re-Build After Being Diagnosed with a Life-Threatening Illness
Thursday, March 18 from 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. RSVP
Led by Kendall Palladino, Director of Spiritual and Bereavement Services for Regional Hospice.
This workshop focuses on living fully while coming to terms with a difficult diagnosis. Topics include dealing with the complete reaction to the loss of health after a recent diagnosis. The workshop is open both to caregivers, family members, and to those diagnosed with the illness.
Yad Vashem Names Recovery Project
To volunteer or fill out Pages of Testimony, call Don Garber at (203) 262-8606 or
e-mail woken5230@mypacks.net with the subject heading "Names Volunteer."
Centerpieces for Tzedakah
Celebrate your special occasion with lovely, festive centerpieces rented from Brownstein Jewish Family Service. You’ll help provide food gift certificates for people in need in our community and you’ll get a 100% tax deduction, too! Call for info and to see samples.
For free information and referrals or to register for any of these programs,
call Debby Horowitz, Brownstein Jewish Family Service Director,
at 203-267-3177 x 105.