Newsletter from the Las Vegas Chapter of Hadassah, August 24, 1998

Vol. ONE No. ONE AUGUST 24,1998 HADASSAH LAS VEGAS CHAPTER WOMAN OF THE WEST (WOW) MULTI REGIONAL CONFERENCE APRIL 22-25 1999 SAVE THIS DATES APRIL 22-25 AT THE ORLEANS HOTEL IAS VEGAS NV. Women of the West (WOW) Multi Regional Conference. HADASSAH Chapters for Southern California Mega Chapter, Central Pacific Coast Region, Desert Mountain Region, Pacific Northwest Region, and the Greater Southwest Region. All Here Under One Roof! Presidents Letter Lech L'cha "Go Forth" This famous phrase has been interpitted in many ways. Some say "Go by yourself." This interpitation does not fit HADASSAH because we go together to reach our goals. Some say "Go forth as to Go to yourself," as n finding your roots and your potential. We study, share ideas and look for ways to reach our potential as women in a modem world We study, share ideas and look for ways to reach our potential as women in a modern world. Lech L'cha for HADASSAH means "Go forth together." Together we will excel in all we do, striving to read our goals and to find new ways to make dreams comes true. At the national HADASSAH Convention which was held in New York City this past J^ily. Sally Nyberg who is part of the Presidium of Pvishona and I were exposed to new ideas and HADASSAH's vision for the future. Visions and dreams that if fulfilled will affect on the world. We saw films of Russian and Ethiopian children studding and living Jewishly. It was very inspiring. Seeing a child walk for the first time after losing a limb to a terrorist or a man surviving a transplant because of the HADASSAH hospital, was uplifting. To sit, study and pray, share live and breath HADASSAH with almost 3,000 members and associates was amazing. We should all be proud to be part of the largest Zionist organization that sent more young people to Israel this summer than any other youth program. This year Las Vegas HADASSAH will continue to make dreams come true.Tikvah a group chartered for women under 45 years of age will encourage young women and their husbands (new associates ) to become involved in Training Wheels and Young Leadership. Young Judea will start a youth program for 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. We will all work together to make quotas and enjoy raising the money necessary. 2 HADASSAH AUGUST 24r19998 I look forward to a great year with the help of an amazing board. The board has a balanced representation from each of the three active groups, Aviva, Rishona and Shoshanim. If everyone will support group and chapter events and send tributes and make donations we will make quotas. Please continue to support out Chapter Thrift Shop by donating or working. If we can get some of our working women to help, we can open Sunday. If we "go forth" Lech L'cha together, we will reach our quota, we will exceed our dreams. May you have a year that nightmares fade with the sunrise. May you have a year of peaceful and fulfilling dreams. L'Shanah Tova Jacqueline Fleekop President Las Vegas Chapter of HADASSAH Volenteers Neeeded Hadassah Thrift Shop Monday-8:30 am to 3:30pm Tuesday- closed Wednesday- 8:30am to 3:30pm Thursday- 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Friday- 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Saturday- closed Sunday ??? we need volenteers, Please Help! Hadassah Thrift Shop 4972 So Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas NV 89119 HADASSAH Board Meetings for the Year Mark your Calender Congregation Ner Tamid Room 6 or 12 Whichever is available 8-23-98 10:00am 9-13-98 1:00 p.m. 10-11-98 1:00 p.m. 12-13-98 1:00 p.m. 3-14-99 1:00 p.m. 4-11-99 1:00 p.m. 5-16-99 1:00 p.m. 6-13-99 10:00 a.m. 7-11-99 10:00 a.m. 8-22-99 10:00 a.m. 9-12-99 1:00 p.m. Call Penny 732-2028 AUGUST 24,19998 Shoshanim Chapter Harriet Smvlie I want to thank all my fellow Shoshanim sisters for giving me the honor of being you President for the next year. I promise that we will all have fun with the leadership of my strong board we can create wonderful fundraising events for HAD ASS AH. Let my take a moment to introduce myself. I am a 15-year veteran and life member of HAD ASS AH as well s a transplanted Californian. My family moved to Las Vegas in 1990. As menopause strikes me, my two teenagers (yes I said I have two under one roof at once!) Jason 17 and Laura 14 are going through puberty. Hormones in one door and mine out the other. As you know, teamwork gets the job done and I am looking forward to new friendships and smiling faces at our memorable events. Shoshanim Calender of Events August Board Meeting Harriet Smylie's New Home August 24 at 7:00 p.m. New Membership Tea Sheila Simons home: Please call Sheila at 256-3976 to make reservations. Bring a friend! August 30 at 2:00 p.m. September General & Board Meeting Romona Luckman's Home 9701 Drumcannon Ave 228-0437 September 14th Board 7:00pm, General 7:30pm October Board Meeting Harriet Smylie's R.S.V.P. 254-3887 October 19th November General Meeting-Programing November 9th at 7:00 p.m. Board Meeting November 23rd at 7:00 p.m. Location to be announced December No Board Meeting this Month A Festive Hanukkah Party This is a Don't miss Ev^nt! Shoshanim Board President- Harriet Smylie 254-3887 home 228-6223 work V.P.- Jeanne Schomaker 233-8618 home 368-1850 work FundRaising V.P. Bobbi Newman 221-9719 home Membership V.P. Ramona Luckman 228-0437 home Education V.P. Arlene Palmer 870-5424 home Membership at-laige Gloria Halpern 254-6505 home Program V.P. Judy Mack 228-3080 home Program V.P. Michelle Raymer 363-5884 home Treasure Dene Adler 642-3490 home Records Admin. Carole Slobin 454-8449 home Recording Secretary Jan Brackett 838-3507 home Corresponding Secretary Judy Phebus Skorina 873-9035 home Rishona Chapter News Presidents Message I had a wonderful time in New York at the National Convention. It was very stimulating to learn and share ideas. The conference really helped me feel in powered to be part of this Organization. We are involved in so many things. Seeing HADASSAH nurses help care of a terrorist was a true example of what HADASSAH hospitals stand for "Lo care for all who need our care." Some entertainment was provided young Judaic members and they were wonderful. I'm turned on and I won't be turned off to this wonderful organization. Now that I'm enthusiastic, I really look for ward to a great year. Our group has a lot of programs that will interest everyone. Our chapter is planning four great events and just fun things we can do. Have a Happy New Year Sally Nyberg 5 HADASSAH AUGUST 24r19998 Rishona Calender of Events August 3, 1998 Board Meeting September 7, 1998 September 14, 1998 October 5, 1998 October 19, 1998 November 2, 1998 November 15, 1998 December 7, 1998 December 21, 1998 January 4, 1999 January 17, 1999 February 1, 1999 February 18, 1999 March 8, 1999 March 22, 1999 April 11, 1999 April 19, 1999 May 3, 1999 May 17, 1999 June 7, 1999 June 13, 1999 Board Meeting General Meeting Welcome Back Board Meeting General Meeting Rabbi' Geller Board Meeting Chapter Lunch Youth Aliyah Board Meeting General Meeting Chanukah Lunch Board Meeting Chapter Lunch Life Membership (Walker) Board Meeting General Meeting Thrift Shop Fashion Show Board Meeting General Meeting Chapter Gala! General Meeting Board Meeting General Meeting Instillation of New Officers Board Meeting Chapter Lunch Rishona Executive Board Percidium Penny Billings P.O.Box 95674 Las Vegas NV 89193 732-2028 Rosalie Kirshenbaum 2817 Quaker Ridge Road Las Vegas NV 89122 641-8297 Sally I. Nyberg 4876 E. Imperial Ave. Las Vegas NV 89104 431-7353 Vice Presidents Fundraising Eleanor Schwimmer 7058 Quarry Dr Las Vegas NV 89117 871-5583 Membership Renee Johnson 8617 Copper Mine Las Vegas NV 89129 228-3555 Education Toby Rosenbush 4376 Shortleaf St. Las Vegas NV 89119 732-4314 Program Joann Geller 7317 Moonlight View Ct. Las Vegas NV 89129 656-1666 Treasurer Shirley Cudish 8105 Tropic Isle Cr. Las Vegas NV 89128 254-8621 Recording A dm. Ruthe Spector 750 Royal Crest Cr. #315 Las Vegas NV 89109 732-4179 Recording & Marcia Yoches Corresponding 1737 Saddleback Cr. Henderson NV 89104 434-9030 6 HADASSAH AUGUST 24r19998 Aviva-niks Chapter Presidents Message Although we don't usually think of July 1 as the beginning of the year, in HADASSAH July is the start of a new administration. We are planning an exciting year for Aviva of Summerlin and look forward to working with all of you to make this year of 1998-1999 a special one, the first for both of us as co-Presidents. Aviva is one of three groups (Aviva, Rishona and Shoshanim) of a revitalized Las Vegas Chapter of HADASSAH. The Chapter is planning some exciting functions in which we all should participate. Remember, we are always available to hear of your concerns, suggestions or if you would like to let us know you want to help. Irene Silver Janice Silver November Blue Book 341-6522 360-9583 The membership Blue Book will be available at our Chanukah Meeting. This change of a publication date will enable us to secure more advertising. Further information and instructions will be mailed to each member. Watch your mailbox. This is an easy way to earn donor credits. For additional information call 233-8601 November Alert Come to the November meeting Monday, November 16, to meet the wives of the three new Rabbis in town: Rebbetzen Audrey Rosenstein (Reform) Rebbetzen Sandee Heir (Orthodox) Rebbetzen Elizabeth Goodman (Conservative) White Elephant Sale We are planning to hold a "White Elephant" sale some time this spring. Details will follow shortly. We would appreciate your accumulating items you believe will sell (no Clothing.). Keep in mind whatever is sold will give you donor credit. Any Questions? Call 233-8601 Aviva Membership Dessert Party Monday, September 14, 1998-1:00 p.m. Mountainview Presbyterian Church 8601 Del Webb Blvd. & Sun Gold Entertainment by: Cookie Becker You are invited to bring friends, neighbors or transfers from other Chapters who are interested in supporting HADASSAH in its many endeavors who are also interested in social activities. Helen Wexler Membership Chair 254-6504 Membership Aviva is pleased to welcome the following members who are either new, renewals or are transfers: Rose Levy Evie Dorfman Helen Glasser Flory Catain Rona Brill Eileen Cohen Joan Privman Lillian Greenberg Marge Mark Joan Kreisler Toby L. Spiegel Marsha Feldman Anita J. Blank Ida R. Kaufman Linda Sandler Jacquiline Arouesty Lottie Kaufman Ethel Shapiro Beatrice Lee (Gifted) (Life Member) (Life Member) 7 HADASSAH AUGUST 24r19998 Sincere Condolences The members of Aviva express sincere condolences to its sister member, Lottie Kaufman on the recent loss of her daughter. May her memories ever be for a blessing. Aviva Tributes To: Binder Family 2 trees have been planted in Memory of Saul Binder From: Bob & Thelma (Arensn) Barron To: Adele Dellins In Memory of Sister, Rhode From: Mr. & Mrs. Sy Gordon To: Charles Sonne In memory of wife, Rhode From: Mr. & Mrs. Sy Gordon FALL HEALTH FAIR Presented by: Aviva HADASSAH Monday, October 19, 1998 1:00 p.m. Rainbow Library Summerlin Hospital Blood Pressure Check Breast Cancer Coalitions of Nevada Explain mammography and Breast self-exams American Red Cross- Hands on instruction for CPR United Blood Services- Film: painless blood Donation Plus Information on: Fitness and Exercise Nutrition and Diet Living with a Healthy Heart Organ Donation Open to the Public For further information call: 233-8601 To: Mrs. Gertrude Cardamon & Family In memoiy of husbund, Tony From: Mr. & Mrs. Leon Blumfield r AUGUST 2419998 ? I 1 3 3 3 0 HADASSAH LAS VEGAS CHAPTER NEWSLETTER 3HADASSAH