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Women's Rosh Hodesh Group
Rosh Hodesh (Hebrew for ‘new month’) is a celebration of the new moon in the Jewish lunar calendar, and was regarded as a mini-festival. According to Midrash (rabbinic commentary), women were given this festival because they refused to donate their jewelry for the creation of the Golden Calf. Special prayers were added in anticipation of and on Rosh Hodesh, and women were traditionally exempted from working on Rosh Hodesh. In keeping with this tradition, we facilitate a group to explore various topics of interest. Our multi-generational group meets monthly for Ma’ariv, warm camaraderie, a special presentation, and light refreshments. Come once or several times!
Please save these dates for our upcoming programs and check the NSS Beth El monthly bulletins and website at www.nssbethel.org for details: for details:
Sunday, March 9 - 11:15 - 1:00 Author Ilana M. Blumberg is one of five current finalists for the 2008 Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Literature. This discussion is open to everyone and there is no fee to attend, but advance reservations are appreciated. The book will be available for purchase at the discussion.
For reservations or information, contact Merle Tovian, 847 432 8900 ext. 262, or mtovian@nssbethel.org.
Sunday, June 1 -- Joint program with the Teen Rosh Hodesh Group.
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