Sunday, February 12 9–10:30 a.m.
To Walk in G-d’s Ways: Perspectives on Illness, Loss & Healing—Advanced Directives & Ethical Wills
Darchei Noam, 5224 Minnetonka Blvd Minneapolis, MN 55416 | 612-920-3424
Rabbi Joseph Ozarowski will discuss advanced directives and ethical wills for those whose abilities become limited by age.
Wednesday, February 15 7–8 p.m.
Workshop Series for Parents and Caregivers Preparing for Guardianship
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Workshop explains many decision-making choices available for people with disabilities.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 | alewis@sabesjcc.org
Friday, February 17 6:30 p.m.
JDAM Shabbat Services
Shir Tikvah, 5000 Girard Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55419 | 612-822-1440
Saturday, February 18 10 a.m.
Shabbat Morning Services
Sharei Chesed, 1712 Hopkins Crossroad, Minnetonka, MN 55305 | 763-545-8800
Shelly Christensen, Program Manager of the Minneapolis Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities will speak on her recent trip to Washington DC for JDAM Advocacy Day.
Jewish Disability Awareness Month — Minneapolis
Please contact the appropriate sponsoring organization for registration information,
details and/or if you require special accommodations in order to participate.
JDAM Community Events
Sunday, February 19 9 a.m. services, breakfast and program to follow
“Hope and Autism Spectrum Disorders”
Beth El Synagogue , 5224 W. 26th Street, St. Louis Park MN 55416 | 952-920-3512
Hevra breakfast special program—“
Hope & Autism Spectrum Disorders: Three People Share their Experience
Living with Autism.” Call for information.
Nourishing Jewish life through the arts
Rimon: The MN Jewish Arts Council
Sunday, February 19 1–3 p.m.
Rimon Artist Salon: The Secret Life of Puppets: The Art of Rekindling the Kid in All of Us
Open Eye Figure Theatre, 506 E. 24th St., Minneapolis
Caring Connections participants will be in the audience for Rimon’s Artist Salon. Puppet artist Shari Aronson and storyteller Carla Vogel present the magic of puppetry and storytelling! Open to the public.
Contact: Rimon, 952-381-3449 | rimon@sabesjcc.org, or online at www.rimonMN.org .
Special Study Sessions on Jewish Disability Awareness
Adath Jeshurun, 10500 Hillside Lane West, Minnetonka, MN 55305 | 952-545-2424
Monday, February 20 1:30–3 p.m. with the Etzion Study Group
Join leader Jim Sherman and the Etzion Study Group, which meets weekly on Mondays throughout the year, for this special JDAM-focused session.
Tuesday, February 21 12 noon with the Torah Study Group
Shelly Christensen will lead this special session with Adath Jeshurun’s Torah Study Group, which meets weekly on Tuesdays throughout the year.
Wednesday, February 22 7–8 p.m.
The Legal Process of Guardianship
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
An attorney will lead participants through necessary legal procedures for guardianship for people with disabilities.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 | alewis@sabesjcc.org
Friday, February 24 6 p.m. potluck dinner (RSVP required), 8 p.m. services
JDAM Shabbat Dinner and Services
Bet Shalom, 13613 Orchard Road, Minnetonka MN 55305 | 952-933-8525
Guest Speakers Linda Bialick and Jennifer Lewin of Jewish Housing and Programming (J-HAP) will be presenting: Building Community: Changing Lives: A Response to Housing for Jewish Adults with Disabilities. J-HAP empowers individuals with disabilities to live an enriching life where their Jewish identity continues to thrive. Learn about this critical issue for our Jewish community and how it impacts you. Sponsored by the Sisterhood and the Inclusion Committee.
Saturday, March 3
Adath Jeshurun, 10500 Hillside Lane West, Minnetonka, MN 55305 | 952-545-2424 9:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Services
Rabbi Adam Ticher will give the D’var Torah, and members of the Inclusion Committee and people with disabilities will participate in the service. 10–11 a.m. Song and Spirit Service
Rabbi Sadoff will lead a service for kindergarten through 4th grade students and their families on disability awareness.
JDAM Community Events, continued:
Save the Date!
Jewish Family and Children’s
Service of Minneapolis
Save the Date: Tuesday, April 24 7–9 p.m.
Community-Wide Book Discussion of the 2012 JDAM Reads! selection, The Story of Beautiful Girl
Adath Jeshurun, 10500 Hillside Lane West, Minnetonka, MN 55305 | 952-545-2424
Join the Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities for a lively discussion of The Story of Beautiful Girl (out in paperback in February) by Rachel Simon. The dialogue will draw from the Jewish values based discussion guide available for download at http://www.jfcsmpls.org/JDAM/index.htm
Free and open to the community.
Further details will be available soon. RSVPs required to schristensen@jfcsmpls.org or 952-542-4838
On-going Programming
DARKA NU A P R O J E C T O F S H A’ A R IM
Darkaynu Café Monthly on Tuesdays n 7–8 p.m. n $5.00 (no one turned away for inability to pay)
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Darkaynu Café is a monthly program for Jewish young adults with special needs who socialize, listen and sing along to live Jewish music at the Sabes JCC.
Call 953-303-5276 for information. For the schedule through August 2012, visit http://is.gd/6hE5F2
Kesher Monthly on Tuesdays following Darkaynu Café
Kesher is a way to continue the fun following the Darkaynu Café and for February features art with Jeanne Aaron. Darkaynu partners with J-HAP (Jewish Housing & Programming) and Sabes JCC for the Kesher program.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 | alewis@sabesjcc.org
Sabes JCC (See each program for contact information.)
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416 Support Group for Parents and Caregiver n Mondays, monthly, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Contact: Parents’ Catalysts Leadership Group, hcpclg@yahoo.com | February 13 next meeting date.
Friendship Seminar for adults 18+ Tuesdays, monthly, 7–8 p.m.
Expand friendship circles, communication, conversation, problem-solving and decision making skills.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952 381-3489 | alewis@sabesjcc.org.
Tikun Olam Tuesdays, monthly (Not when Friendship Seminars are held) 7–8:15 p.m., $5.00
Tikun Olam engages young adults in community service and social action on a monthly basis. Projects are at the Sabes JCC and off-site.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952 381-3489 | alewis@sabesjcc.org.
Special Olympics Swimming Team: The Fire Flies n Thursdays at the JCC pool, 6–7 p.m.
Contact: Hannah Carney, catin004@umn.edu | 763 226-0139
Non-Competitive Basketball Thursdays 5:30–7 p.m.
Adults 18+ in collaboration with Reach for Resources. Session continues into March.
Contact: dsweany@reachforresources.org.
Caring Connections
Monthly Caring Connections offers community-based programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program integrates participants into events at synagogues and in the community, enriching Jewish experiences for all. Caring Connections is a partnership of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis, Jewish Family Service of St. Paul, Sabes JCC and St. Paul JCC. To join the Caring Connections mailing list, contact Shelly Christensen at scristensen@jfcsmpls.org. The Minneapolis Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities is a program of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis and is funded by the Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Toodie and Frank Trestman Special Needs and Collaborative Education Endowment Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis
Disability Awareness Training for JDAM Adath USY USYer will screen and discuss the award-winning HBO film Temple Grandin.
CHAI SPEED! Programming includes: Building Compassion: How to Teach Your Children to Understand and Accept Differences with Jeannie Gilfix and Roz Ettedgui. 18 minutes of fun and learning, for parents
PACER Puppet Show, “Count Me In” Two performances will be offered, one for B’Yachad students (K–2) and their parents and another for preschoolers.
Saturday Morning Program (SMP) on Jane Strauss’ new book, A Part or Apart
Local photographer Jane Strauss, part of 2011 JDAM with an exhibition entitled “A Part or Apart,” has released a book under the same name. SMP will discuss Strauss’ book and photography exhibition, which featured images of Jews with disabilities actively participating in the Twin Cities Jewish community.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis n Staff Screening of Temple Grandin
This screening is part of an annual JDAM Film Series at JFCS. Temple Grandin is a film about the internationally known speaker on autism. Discussion will follow.
Temple Israel n Religious School Disability Awareness Focus in February
Ninth grade retreat focus is B’tzelem Elohim—Created in the Divine Image. Kindergarten and first graders will participate in a special Disability Awareness curriculum.
Please Contact Shelly Christensen to learn more about starting your own Disability
Awareness Training or JDAM Film Series at schristensen@jfcsmpls.org or 952-542-4838.
DARKA NU A P R O J E C T O F S H A’ A R IM
SHA’ARIM Youth Darkaynu and Adult Darkaynu.
For information on Youth Darkaynu, Adult Darkaynu and Friends ‘N Fun call 953-303-5276
The Sha’arim Darkaynu program provides Jewish children and adults with disabilities a meaningful Jewish education that meets each individual’s particular way of learning.
Youth Darkaynu K–12 Sunday mornings
Classes meet at the Sabes JCC. Students spend one hour in Judaic Studies and one hour engaging in social/recreational activities.
Adult Darkaynu, 18 and older Wednesday evenings
Classes meet at the Sabes JCC. Curriculum focuses on weekly Torah portions, holidays, mitzvot and rituals.Participants explore their Jewish identity while deepening their connection to the Jewish community. Friends ‘N Fun n For youth and for young adults by invitation/RSVP only.
Participants with special needs are paired with a trained volunteer for guided social interaction and shared experiences. Teen and college age and above volunteers are welcome. Interested volunteers call 953-303-5276 to speak with the program coordinator.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Friday, February 18, 2011
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rabbi-david-saperstein/invisible-minority-people_b_818983.html
Here is a link to a good article by Rabbi David Sapperstein. Enjoy. The events for the panel discussion at Orthodox synagogue this weekend have been postponed.
Here is a link to a good article by Rabbi David Sapperstein. Enjoy. The events for the panel discussion at Orthodox synagogue this weekend have been postponed.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Jewish Disability Awareness Month 2011
I admit I have been lacking here due to surgeries, a lost job, and no motivation to continue the blog for a year. It is time to start again. Here is a listing of all calendar events for the Twin Cities during the month of February.
January 13–February 28 n For gallery hours visit sabesjcc.org
A Part or Apart? Disability and Inclusion in the Jewish Community
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
This exhibit will feature documentary photographs by local artist Jane Strauss, who combines black and white imagery and words with the primary goal of encouraging discussion of disability inclusion in the Jewish community.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Jewish Family and Children’sService of Minneapolis
Thursday, February 3 6:15–7:45 p.m.
A Part or Apart? Artist and Subject Panel Discussion
Walker Library, 2800 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis MN
A slideshow of exhibit images and a panel discussion of inclusion issues and experiences featuring the artist and participants in the photographic project. Sponsored by Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis. Slides will be briefly described for people with vision impairments.
Contact: Shelly Christensen, 952-542-4838 or schristensen@jfcsmpls.org
Saturday, February 5
Adath Jeshurun Congregation, 10500 Hillside Ln W, Minnetonka 55305
10:30 a.m. Informal discussion about Parenting for Maximum Inclusion: The Blessings and Challenges. Leader: Shelly Christensen. Location: Adath Library
11:30 a.m. D’var Torah on the topic of Gratitude and Inclusion. Darshanit: Rabbi Lilly Kaufman. Location: Main Sanctuary
Contact: Rabbi Lilly Kaufman, 952-545-8694 or rabbikaufman@adath.net
Mondays, February 7–March 7 (5 weeks) n 7–8 p.m. Member rate, $80; Non-member, $104
Upstream Arts and Social Skills, for Adults 18+
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Upstream Arts, a program for people with disabilities, and the Sabes JCC invite you to spend time creating with your peers in an environment where you can rehearse real-life scenarios and push your creative boundaries. We will use the arts to explore how we can express ourselves socially and how we can communicate through movement, dance, poetry, theater and the visual arts.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Saturday, February 12 11:15 a.m.
D’var Torah—Behind the Robes
Darchei Noam, 5224 Minnetonka Blvd, Minneapolis 55416
Did we recognize the Kohanim by what they wore, or for who they were? Today, when we meet a fellow community member with a disability, do we see the person or the disability? Bob Kusnetz will investigate what Parshat Tetzaveh teaches us about seeing the whole person, behind the facade.
Contact: 612-920-3424
Tuesday, February 15 7–8 p.m. n $5/person No one is turned away for inability to pay
Darkaynu Café—Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Darkaynu Café is a monthly program geared toward young Jewish adults with special needs who socialize, listen and sing along to live Jewish music from tefillah, popular Hebrew songs, and Jewish camp songs. Participants learn and stay connected to one another and to their Jewish heritage through song and social interaction. Sponsored by Sha’arim and the Sabes JCC.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Jewish Disability Awareness Month Twin Cities Events
Please contact the appropriate organization for registration information and details.
Friday, February 18 1–2 p.m.
Friday Afternoon Music with Chris Savitt
Main Lobby, Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Chris is an extraordinary young man who has embraced his gift of providing joy through music. Although Chris may have many challenges in life (he is legally blind and is diagnosed with autism), he has a drive and a desire to give back to his community.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Friday, February 18 6:30 p.m.
Dinner, Services and Program
Shir Tikvah, 5000 Girard Ave S, Minneapolis 55419
Mark Schwartz will speak on ways for the congregation to welcome members of the deaf/hard of hearing community beyond providing just ASL. The service and program will have ASL interpretation. Following the short service there will be a potluck supper and a panel discussion.
RSVP requested for those requiring ASL interpretation, www.shirtikvah.net
Contact: 612-822-1440
Friday, February 18 6 p.m.
Nefesh Shabbat Dinner and Community Services
Temple Israel, 2324 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis 55405
Join Temple Israel for dinner and services. The community group for adults with developmental disabilities, Caring Connections, will be joining the Shabbat celebration.
Contact: Trish Thelen, 612-374-0323 or tthelen@templeisrael.com
Friday, February 18—Darchei Noam Inclusion Weekend, Day 1
Darchei Noam, 5224 Minnetonka Blvd, Minneapolis 55416
11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch ‘n Learn at Tel Aviv Café with Rabbi Ozarowski, Jewish Healing Network of Chicago Chaplain, Textual Sources of Disabilities and Inclusion
Rabbi Ozarowski will begin Darchei Noam’s Inclusion Shabbat by examining Biblical and other textual sources of the principles of inclusion, helping others, and respecting people for who they are — all fundamental Jewish values.
6:30 p.m. Darchei Noam Communal Shabbat Dinner (reservations required)
7:30 p.m. n Panel Discussion, Building an Inclusive Community
Rabbi Ozarowski, Marlee Kivens and Paula Fox will discuss disability and inclusion in communal settings. What can a congregation do to ensure that all members feel that they belong? Following presentations, the panel will pose questions for open discussion.
Saturday, February 19—Darchei Noam Inclusion Weekend, Day 2
11:15 a.m. n Dvar Torah, Key Lessons from Ki Tisa
Parshat Ki Tisa’s main themes are the census, materials for the mishkan (tabernacle), and the Golden Calf.
In the census, everyone—rich, poor, young, old, male, female—was valued equally. Rabbi Ozarowski will discuss what Ki Tisa teaches about inclusion today.
5:30 p.m. Seudah Shelishit, Rabbi Ozarowski’s Class, Are You Being Served?
While a congregation strives to be inclusive, what can individuals do, to help others? A big part of doing the right thing is knowing what to do, by understanding what people need and want—and what they don’t!
Sunday, February 20—Darchei Noam Inclusion Weekend, Day 3
9 a.m. Rabbi Ozarowski’s Class, From Longing to Belonging
The goal of building an inclusive community is to create an environment where all community members feel they belong and can participate to the extent of their abilities and desires. How far have we come? Are we there? Are we on the right track? What more can we do?
Contact: 612-920-3424
Tuesday, February 22 7–8:30 p.m. n Cost, $5
Tikkun Olam, for Adults 18+
Main Lobby, Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
The Tikkun Olam program meets monthly and focuses on community service and social action. Each month, young adults — with and without disabilities — will have the opportunity to make a difference in and give back to their community, alongside their peers. In February we will focus on feeding people who are hungry.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Friday, February 25 6 p.m. Potluck Dinner n 8 p.m. Services
Sisterhood Inclusion Shabbat Congregational Dinner
Bet Shalom, 13613 Orchard Rd, Minnetonka 55305
Sisterhood and the Inclusion Committee join together to host a potluck Shabbat dinner. They will provide the main course. The focus will be on creating an inclusive environment. Members of Sisterhood and members with disabilities will be participating in services, including sharing personal poems and inspirational readings.
Contact: 952-933-8525
Saturday February 26 9 a.m.
Services, Learning Disabilities and Styles
B’nai Emet, 3115 Ottawa Ave S, St. Louis Park 55416
This Shabbat service will explore learning disabilities and use different learning styles during the service.
Shelly Christensen will help us understand different learning styles and will also talk to us about inclusion.
Contact: 952-927-7309
Sunday February 27 Curtain 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the community
Community Film Event—Wretches & Jabberers
Dolly and Edward Fiterman Theater, Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Two men with autism—an accomplished artist and an activist—embark on a global quest to change attitudes about autism and intelligence. Tracy Thresher and Larry Bissonnette travel to Sri Lanka, Japan and Finland, dissecting, challenging and reshaping public conceptions along the way. Through the film, we find that they are seeking the same things all of us do—spiritual understanding, respect for intelligence, a purpose in life and friendship.
RSVPs are recommended. Please include your name and number of guests when contacting Shelly Christensen at 952-542-4838 or schristensen@jfcsmpls.org.
Individuals requiring additional services to participate should contact Anita Lewis at 952-381-3489
or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Celebrating Beth El’s Accessibility
Beth El Synagogue, 5224 W 26th St, St. Louis Park 55416
After years in the planning, Beth El Synagogue is completing building renovations. By including an elevator and ramps as centerpieces of the design, Beth El has made accessibility a top priority. Look for a special celebration dedicating our new, accessible facility.
Contact: Rabbi Alexander Davis, 952-920-3512
If you require special accommodations in order to participate in these programs, please contact the sponsoring organization to make your request.
The Minneapolis Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities is a program of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis and is funded by the Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Toodie and Frank Trestman Special Needs and Collaborative Education Endowment Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation.Jewish Family and Children’sService of Minneapolis
January 13–February 28 n For gallery hours visit sabesjcc.org
A Part or Apart? Disability and Inclusion in the Jewish Community
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
This exhibit will feature documentary photographs by local artist Jane Strauss, who combines black and white imagery and words with the primary goal of encouraging discussion of disability inclusion in the Jewish community.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Jewish Family and Children’sService of Minneapolis
Thursday, February 3 6:15–7:45 p.m.
A Part or Apart? Artist and Subject Panel Discussion
Walker Library, 2800 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis MN
A slideshow of exhibit images and a panel discussion of inclusion issues and experiences featuring the artist and participants in the photographic project. Sponsored by Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis. Slides will be briefly described for people with vision impairments.
Contact: Shelly Christensen, 952-542-4838 or schristensen@jfcsmpls.org
Saturday, February 5
Adath Jeshurun Congregation, 10500 Hillside Ln W, Minnetonka 55305
10:30 a.m. Informal discussion about Parenting for Maximum Inclusion: The Blessings and Challenges. Leader: Shelly Christensen. Location: Adath Library
11:30 a.m. D’var Torah on the topic of Gratitude and Inclusion. Darshanit: Rabbi Lilly Kaufman. Location: Main Sanctuary
Contact: Rabbi Lilly Kaufman, 952-545-8694 or rabbikaufman@adath.net
Mondays, February 7–March 7 (5 weeks) n 7–8 p.m. Member rate, $80; Non-member, $104
Upstream Arts and Social Skills, for Adults 18+
Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Upstream Arts, a program for people with disabilities, and the Sabes JCC invite you to spend time creating with your peers in an environment where you can rehearse real-life scenarios and push your creative boundaries. We will use the arts to explore how we can express ourselves socially and how we can communicate through movement, dance, poetry, theater and the visual arts.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Saturday, February 12 11:15 a.m.
D’var Torah—Behind the Robes
Darchei Noam, 5224 Minnetonka Blvd, Minneapolis 55416
Did we recognize the Kohanim by what they wore, or for who they were? Today, when we meet a fellow community member with a disability, do we see the person or the disability? Bob Kusnetz will investigate what Parshat Tetzaveh teaches us about seeing the whole person, behind the facade.
Contact: 612-920-3424
Tuesday, February 15 7–8 p.m. n $5/person No one is turned away for inability to pay
Darkaynu Café—Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Darkaynu Café is a monthly program geared toward young Jewish adults with special needs who socialize, listen and sing along to live Jewish music from tefillah, popular Hebrew songs, and Jewish camp songs. Participants learn and stay connected to one another and to their Jewish heritage through song and social interaction. Sponsored by Sha’arim and the Sabes JCC.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Jewish Disability Awareness Month Twin Cities Events
Please contact the appropriate organization for registration information and details.
Friday, February 18 1–2 p.m.
Friday Afternoon Music with Chris Savitt
Main Lobby, Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Chris is an extraordinary young man who has embraced his gift of providing joy through music. Although Chris may have many challenges in life (he is legally blind and is diagnosed with autism), he has a drive and a desire to give back to his community.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Friday, February 18 6:30 p.m.
Dinner, Services and Program
Shir Tikvah, 5000 Girard Ave S, Minneapolis 55419
Mark Schwartz will speak on ways for the congregation to welcome members of the deaf/hard of hearing community beyond providing just ASL. The service and program will have ASL interpretation. Following the short service there will be a potluck supper and a panel discussion.
RSVP requested for those requiring ASL interpretation, www.shirtikvah.net
Contact: 612-822-1440
Friday, February 18 6 p.m.
Nefesh Shabbat Dinner and Community Services
Temple Israel, 2324 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis 55405
Join Temple Israel for dinner and services. The community group for adults with developmental disabilities, Caring Connections, will be joining the Shabbat celebration.
Contact: Trish Thelen, 612-374-0323 or tthelen@templeisrael.com
Friday, February 18—Darchei Noam Inclusion Weekend, Day 1
Darchei Noam, 5224 Minnetonka Blvd, Minneapolis 55416
11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch ‘n Learn at Tel Aviv Café with Rabbi Ozarowski, Jewish Healing Network of Chicago Chaplain, Textual Sources of Disabilities and Inclusion
Rabbi Ozarowski will begin Darchei Noam’s Inclusion Shabbat by examining Biblical and other textual sources of the principles of inclusion, helping others, and respecting people for who they are — all fundamental Jewish values.
6:30 p.m. Darchei Noam Communal Shabbat Dinner (reservations required)
7:30 p.m. n Panel Discussion, Building an Inclusive Community
Rabbi Ozarowski, Marlee Kivens and Paula Fox will discuss disability and inclusion in communal settings. What can a congregation do to ensure that all members feel that they belong? Following presentations, the panel will pose questions for open discussion.
Saturday, February 19—Darchei Noam Inclusion Weekend, Day 2
11:15 a.m. n Dvar Torah, Key Lessons from Ki Tisa
Parshat Ki Tisa’s main themes are the census, materials for the mishkan (tabernacle), and the Golden Calf.
In the census, everyone—rich, poor, young, old, male, female—was valued equally. Rabbi Ozarowski will discuss what Ki Tisa teaches about inclusion today.
5:30 p.m. Seudah Shelishit, Rabbi Ozarowski’s Class, Are You Being Served?
While a congregation strives to be inclusive, what can individuals do, to help others? A big part of doing the right thing is knowing what to do, by understanding what people need and want—and what they don’t!
Sunday, February 20—Darchei Noam Inclusion Weekend, Day 3
9 a.m. Rabbi Ozarowski’s Class, From Longing to Belonging
The goal of building an inclusive community is to create an environment where all community members feel they belong and can participate to the extent of their abilities and desires. How far have we come? Are we there? Are we on the right track? What more can we do?
Contact: 612-920-3424
Tuesday, February 22 7–8:30 p.m. n Cost, $5
Tikkun Olam, for Adults 18+
Main Lobby, Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
The Tikkun Olam program meets monthly and focuses on community service and social action. Each month, young adults — with and without disabilities — will have the opportunity to make a difference in and give back to their community, alongside their peers. In February we will focus on feeding people who are hungry.
Contact: Anita Lewis, 952-381-3489 or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Friday, February 25 6 p.m. Potluck Dinner n 8 p.m. Services
Sisterhood Inclusion Shabbat Congregational Dinner
Bet Shalom, 13613 Orchard Rd, Minnetonka 55305
Sisterhood and the Inclusion Committee join together to host a potluck Shabbat dinner. They will provide the main course. The focus will be on creating an inclusive environment. Members of Sisterhood and members with disabilities will be participating in services, including sharing personal poems and inspirational readings.
Contact: 952-933-8525
Saturday February 26 9 a.m.
Services, Learning Disabilities and Styles
B’nai Emet, 3115 Ottawa Ave S, St. Louis Park 55416
This Shabbat service will explore learning disabilities and use different learning styles during the service.
Shelly Christensen will help us understand different learning styles and will also talk to us about inclusion.
Contact: 952-927-7309
Sunday February 27 Curtain 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the community
Community Film Event—Wretches & Jabberers
Dolly and Edward Fiterman Theater, Sabes JCC, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis 55416
Two men with autism—an accomplished artist and an activist—embark on a global quest to change attitudes about autism and intelligence. Tracy Thresher and Larry Bissonnette travel to Sri Lanka, Japan and Finland, dissecting, challenging and reshaping public conceptions along the way. Through the film, we find that they are seeking the same things all of us do—spiritual understanding, respect for intelligence, a purpose in life and friendship.
RSVPs are recommended. Please include your name and number of guests when contacting Shelly Christensen at 952-542-4838 or schristensen@jfcsmpls.org.
Individuals requiring additional services to participate should contact Anita Lewis at 952-381-3489
or alewis@sabesjcc.org
Celebrating Beth El’s Accessibility
Beth El Synagogue, 5224 W 26th St, St. Louis Park 55416
After years in the planning, Beth El Synagogue is completing building renovations. By including an elevator and ramps as centerpieces of the design, Beth El has made accessibility a top priority. Look for a special celebration dedicating our new, accessible facility.
Contact: Rabbi Alexander Davis, 952-920-3512
If you require special accommodations in order to participate in these programs, please contact the sponsoring organization to make your request.
The Minneapolis Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities is a program of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis and is funded by the Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Toodie and Frank Trestman Special Needs and Collaborative Education Endowment Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation.Jewish Family and Children’sService of Minneapolis
Saturday, March 20, 2010
New Spina Bifida Adult Group Starting
I know this isn't "Jewish" but it is disability related. I met with a few adults with Spina Bifida today and we decided to form a group which will hold monthly meetings. We decided on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1-3pm. If you are interested in this please contact me.
Marlee
Marlee
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month Twin Cities Events
Jewish Disability Awareness Month Twin Cities Events
Please contact the appropriate organization for registration information and details.
January 30, 2010 n 7p.m.
Darchei Noam
Tu B’Shevat Seder at 7 p.m. with Caring Connections participants.
Celebrate the New Year of the Trees, and see how including all of the diversity of species makes us whole. 612-920-3424
January 30, 2010
USY Emtza Regional Convention
Adath Jeshurun will feature a workshop on inclusion of people with disabilities.
For registered USY participants.
January 31, 2010 n 3-5:30 p.m. FREE and open to the community
“Autistic License” screening at Sabes JCC auditorium
Community-Wide Kick-Off Event for Jewish Disability Awareness Month
The film will be followed by a conversation with playwright Stacey-Dinner Levi.
RSVPs are strongly recommended at inclusion@jfcsmpls.org or 952-542-4838.
Leave your name and number of guests. Individuals requiring additional services to participate in this event should contact Anita Lewis, Inclusion Director at 952-381-3489.
February 6, 2010 n 10 a.m.
B’nai Emet Inclusion Shabbat
Guest speaker and member Gwyn Leder will speak about “How Gwyn Found Herself” after discovering her brain injury. 952-927-7309
February 13, 2010
Adath Jeshurun
Adath Sampler: “Social Justice, Judaism and Disability” session will be offered. 952-545-2424
February 19, 2010 n 11 a.m.
Darchei Noam
Special inclusion dvar Torah on parshat Terumah. The building of the mishkan in the desert required gifts and efforts of all of B’nai Yisrael, but each according to his or her individual abilities and means. See how the building of the mishkan thousands of years ago is a model for an inclusive community today.
February 20, 2010 n 6 p.m.
Temple Israel
Author Jesse Saperstein. Jesse’s memoir Atypical: Life with Aspergers will be published in April. Jesse will speak at the Friday night service. To request accommodations, contact Trish Thelen at 612-374-0323 or tthelen@templeisrael.com.
February 23
Community-wide Ability Awareness Training for organizational leaders
The Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities, ADA Minnesota and the Minnesota State Council on Disability will address legal aspects of employment and access, disability awareness, practical strategies and resources to assess your building’s access points and the opportunity to address specific access issues with experts in the field. Contact Shelly Christensen at 952-542-4838.
February 26, 2010
Bet Shalom Inclusion Shabbat
The Inclusion Committee will participate in services and the d’var Torah will celebrate inclusion of people with disabilities. 952-933-8525
February 27, 2010 n 10 a.m.
Adath Jeshurun
Shabbat morning service d’var Torah on inclusion of people with disabilities. 952.545.2424
Sunday, February 28 n 3 p.m. FREE and open to the Community
St. Paul JCC
“A Friend Indeed – The Bill Sackter Story” – Inspiring real-life documentary about hope, compassion, and the power of friendship.
If you require special accommodations in order to participate in these programs,please contact the sponsoring organization to make your request.
Please contact the appropriate organization for registration information and details.
January 30, 2010 n 7p.m.
Darchei Noam
Tu B’Shevat Seder at 7 p.m. with Caring Connections participants.
Celebrate the New Year of the Trees, and see how including all of the diversity of species makes us whole. 612-920-3424
January 30, 2010
USY Emtza Regional Convention
Adath Jeshurun will feature a workshop on inclusion of people with disabilities.
For registered USY participants.
January 31, 2010 n 3-5:30 p.m. FREE and open to the community
“Autistic License” screening at Sabes JCC auditorium
Community-Wide Kick-Off Event for Jewish Disability Awareness Month
The film will be followed by a conversation with playwright Stacey-Dinner Levi.
RSVPs are strongly recommended at inclusion@jfcsmpls.org or 952-542-4838.
Leave your name and number of guests. Individuals requiring additional services to participate in this event should contact Anita Lewis, Inclusion Director at 952-381-3489.
February 6, 2010 n 10 a.m.
B’nai Emet Inclusion Shabbat
Guest speaker and member Gwyn Leder will speak about “How Gwyn Found Herself” after discovering her brain injury. 952-927-7309
February 13, 2010
Adath Jeshurun
Adath Sampler: “Social Justice, Judaism and Disability” session will be offered. 952-545-2424
February 19, 2010 n 11 a.m.
Darchei Noam
Special inclusion dvar Torah on parshat Terumah. The building of the mishkan in the desert required gifts and efforts of all of B’nai Yisrael, but each according to his or her individual abilities and means. See how the building of the mishkan thousands of years ago is a model for an inclusive community today.
February 20, 2010 n 6 p.m.
Temple Israel
Author Jesse Saperstein. Jesse’s memoir Atypical: Life with Aspergers will be published in April. Jesse will speak at the Friday night service. To request accommodations, contact Trish Thelen at 612-374-0323 or tthelen@templeisrael.com.
February 23
Community-wide Ability Awareness Training for organizational leaders
The Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities, ADA Minnesota and the Minnesota State Council on Disability will address legal aspects of employment and access, disability awareness, practical strategies and resources to assess your building’s access points and the opportunity to address specific access issues with experts in the field. Contact Shelly Christensen at 952-542-4838.
February 26, 2010
Bet Shalom Inclusion Shabbat
The Inclusion Committee will participate in services and the d’var Torah will celebrate inclusion of people with disabilities. 952-933-8525
February 27, 2010 n 10 a.m.
Adath Jeshurun
Shabbat morning service d’var Torah on inclusion of people with disabilities. 952.545.2424
Sunday, February 28 n 3 p.m. FREE and open to the Community
St. Paul JCC
“A Friend Indeed – The Bill Sackter Story” – Inspiring real-life documentary about hope, compassion, and the power of friendship.
If you require special accommodations in order to participate in these programs,please contact the sponsoring organization to make your request.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Jewish Disability Month Date Set at Adath Jeshurun
On February 27, 2010, the Inclusion committee at Adath Jeshurun will participate in Jewish Disability Awareness Month. We haven't finalized any details yet but at least we have a date on the calendar.
The Adult Education Committee is going to ask to do a an event in their sampler on employment and disability issues. More information to come.
Happy Thanksgiving!
The Adult Education Committee is going to ask to do a an event in their sampler on employment and disability issues. More information to come.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Jewish Disability Awareness Month
Join a unified effort to raise disability awareness and support efforts to foster inclusion in Jewish communities worldwide.
The mission of Jewish Disability Awareness Month is to unite our Jewish community organizations for the purpose of raising awareness and supporting meaningful inclusion of people with disabilities and their families in every aspect of Jewish life.
During Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month You Can:
1. Offer programs on disability awareness to your congregants and members
2. Dedicate a Shabbat worship service to inclusion and the contributions of children and adults who have disabilities
3. Participate in a community-wide disability awareness event such as the showing of “Autistic License” or any of the fine films listed on our website
4. Place mezzuzoth so people who use wheelchairs can reach them
Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities
Visit our website for many ideas about programs and resources you can use, including the
Jewish Disability Awareness Month logo http://www.jfcsmpls.org/
For additional information contact :
Shelly Christensen at Schristensen@jfcsmpls.org 952-542-4838
The Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities is a program of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis and is funded by the Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Toodie and Frank Trestman Special Needs and Collaborative Education Endowment Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation
The mission of Jewish Disability Awareness Month is to unite our Jewish community organizations for the purpose of raising awareness and supporting meaningful inclusion of people with disabilities and their families in every aspect of Jewish life.
During Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month You Can:
1. Offer programs on disability awareness to your congregants and members
2. Dedicate a Shabbat worship service to inclusion and the contributions of children and adults who have disabilities
3. Participate in a community-wide disability awareness event such as the showing of “Autistic License” or any of the fine films listed on our website
4. Place mezzuzoth so people who use wheelchairs can reach them
Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities
Visit our website for many ideas about programs and resources you can use, including the
Jewish Disability Awareness Month logo http://www.jfcsmpls.org/
For additional information contact :
Shelly Christensen at Schristensen@jfcsmpls.org 952-542-4838
The Jewish Community Inclusion Program for People with Disabilities is a program of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis and is funded by the Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Toodie and Frank Trestman Special Needs and Collaborative Education Endowment Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation
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