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Kol Isha Voice of Women A publication of the Sisterhood of 2420 East Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (805) 497-7101 Volume XVIII, Issue XI XII November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev /

We will be discussing the Chanukah candles and what they represent in our lives. Join us at the home of Suzanne Gallant, 32417 Lake Pleasant Drive, Westlake Village.

com by Friday, November 9th. Women s Torah Study Thursday mornings ~ 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon Sisterhood Movie Group We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the TAE library to discuss the chosen movie(s) of the month.

Sisterhood Chanukah Party Monday, December 3rd See page 5 for more details.

1 Kol Isha Voice of Women A publication of the Sisterhood of 2420 East Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, CA (805) Volume XVIII, Issue XI XII November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Rosh Chodesh Kislev Monday, Nov. 12th ~ 7:00 p.m. Women 13 and older are invited to welcome the new moon with learning, discussion, friends, and a nosh. We will be discussing the Chanukah candles and what they represent in our lives. Join us at the home of Suzanne Gallant, Lake Pleasant Drive, Westlake Village. We look forward to seeing you there (and bring your friends!). Please RSVP to Diana Kealer at (805) / 4dianak@gmail.com or Charlene Wecker at (805) / charsky3737@ gmail.com by Friday, November 9th. Women s Torah Study Thursday mornings ~ 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon Sisterhood Movie Group We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the TAE library to discuss the chosen movie(s) of the month. Join us on Tuesday, November 13th to discuss A Star is Born starring Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga Questions? Please contact: Barbara Peifer at barbsgr88@aol.com / (805) Save the Date! Sisterhood Chanukah Party Monday, December 3rd See page 5 for more details. Calendar November 1, 8, 15, 29 Women s Torah Study (10:30am 12pm) 5 Board Meeting 7 Monthly Mah Jongg Tournament 12 Rosh Chodesh Kislev (off-site) 13 Movie Group 18 ECC/Sisterhood Holiday Boutique (see p. 4) December 3 Chanukah Party 6, 13, 20, 27 Women s Torah Study (10:30am 12pm) 10 Board Meeting 11 Movie Group 12 Monthly Mah Jongg Tournament For more information, contact Patti Zeman at rpzeman@gmail.com / (805) SIGN UP! One-Day Mah Jongg Tournament Sunday, January 20, 2019 See page 6 for more information. Happy Holidays to You and Your Families

2 2 Kol Isha November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Spirituality President s Message Dear Sisterhood Members and Friends, As the Jewish New Year unfolds and the secular year draws to a finish, we often find ourselves very, very busy with friends, family, and multiple commitments. It IS a very hectic time for many of us, often further complicated by poor weather, illness, and unforeseen intrusions. But, it is also that time when many of us are so blessed to be able to get together, party and dine with friends and family members some not seen since the previous year. Growing up, I was fortunate to have strong female relatives and family friends who declared their independence in a time when women were supposed to stay home. I say this because it s at this time of year, when large parties and lots of cooking were often prefaced with: Well, I m working on such and such a day and can only make it on this day. We managed, we compromised, and well, we often catered. And, the men were often called in to help. My own father was the family latke fryer. My stepgrandparents always catered and our family Chanukah parties were often Christmas day because, well, that was when everyone could get off work and come. Of course, Sisterhood has some wonderful events to complement the holiday season. We are offering our Holiday Boutique on Sunday, November 18th in conjunction with the ECC Boutique. On Monday, December 3rd, we will come together to celebrate Chanukah. Please check future mailings, s, and updates for details on these events. I hope to see everyone at both occasions. By the time this newsletter is released, the WRJPD convention in San Diego will have concluded. I hope to update everyone later about this. Also, many thanks to all the ladies who made our Dinner in the Sukkah come together. I look forward to all of our events coming up in As always, ALL of the women of TAE are welcome to all of our events. I encourage everyone to get involved and participate. Whatever you can bring in time, help, ideas, and volunteerism is always welcome. Do not hesitate to contact me or other Sisterhood members. Follow us on Facebook, our temple website and of course, through the Kol Isha and Bazman. You can always contact me at: dianerishe@yahoo.com. Diane Rishe Check out our TAE Facebook page ( facebook.com/taesisterhood) and of course take a look at our page on the new TAE Website. Membership Please welcome the following members to TAE Sisterhood, and add them to your Sisterhood Directory. Dorsey Brenda (9/5) Sailview Lane Westlake Village C: (818) brendadorsey3@gmail.com Charlotte Klein (3/4) Oak Creek Lane Agoura Hills H: (818) C: (774) CKDCHOME@aol.com Holly Seery (8/4) 867 Masterson Drive Thousand Oaks H: (805) holly_fs867@yahoo.com Louise Colman Shupps (5/13) 844 Congressional Road Simi Valley H: (805) Lshupps@gmail.com Cheryl Stuback (7/26) 1035 Terrace Hill Circle Westlake Village H: (818) C: (818) cstuback@aol.com Welcome! Book Group News If you would like to join an existing group, please contact Judy Levine at jslevine1@twc.com / (805) Directory Update Please note: The following changes should be made to your Sisterhood directory: Suzanne Gallant: Lake Pleasant Drive, WLV List Updates Please send all address changes and additions to Patti Zeman at rpzeman@gmail.com or TAE Sisterhood is on PayPal! No checkbook? No problem! Logon to PayPal. Click on Send money ; enter TAESisterhood@gmail.com; enter the $ amount; it s very important to say what the payment is for in the Add a note box. THIS IS NOT OPTIONAL! Under that box click on Paying for goods and services then choose Friends and Family. Choose how you want to pay. Hit Next for a summary and then click Send now. You re done easy! Friendship

November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Kol Isha 3 Dedication Volunteer Opportunities Made a Resolution to Get More Involved? We can help with that!

If you have great ideas for programs, or stellar ways to reach out to our membership, or are really observant and a great note taker.

3 November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Kol Isha 3 Dedication Volunteer Opportunities Made a Resolution to Get More Involved? We can help with that! We are looking for women to be a part of our amazing board (yes, we know the year just started, but no time like the present to start planning). If you have great ideas for programs, or stellar ways to reach out to our membership, or are really observant and a great note taker... we have a place for you (and if you have a friend you want to work with that s even better!). More information will be coming in early Contact Immediate Past President Shoshana Fischer at shoshana.lewin@gmail.com or (805) to learn more about it! Welcome to the Sisterhood Board! Joni Berger has volunteered to fill our Ways & Means VP position. Yay! Sending Kudos to: Thank you to all who bought your Mah Jongg cards through Sisterhood. We received back $509 to go towards Sisterhood and temple projects. Start thinking about buying your cards place your order now. (See ad below.) Estelle Kates Congratulations to Sisterhood! Women of Reform Judaism Pacific District (WRJ PD) held its convention in San Diego from October Our program, Ladies Day Learn, Explore, Play, won the Kavod Award in the category of Advancement of Judaism. Kudos to Sharalynn Schulner, Penny Greenblatt, Myra Lee and their committee for a job well done! GIFT WRAPPING FUNDRAISER It s that time of year again. Thank you to those who have already signed up! We still have lots of openings to fill at our annual gift wrapping fundraiser. Please contact Marcia Price at (805) / marciaeinzigprice@ gmail.com if you can help with any shift. Donor credits: 5 credits earned per hour worked. Monday, 11/ shift Tuesday, 11/ and separate shifts Thursday, 11/ shift Friday, 11/ shift Monday, 12/3 9 1 and separate shifts Tuesday, 12/4 9 1 and separate shifts Wednesday, 12/5 9 1 and separate shifts Thursday, 12/ shift Friday, 12/ shift Monday, 12/ shift Monday, 12/ shift Tuesday, 12/ shift Wednesday, 12/ shift Thursday, 12/ shift Articles for Kol Isha may be sent to the editor, Patti Zeman, by (rpzeman@gmail.com) or call for questions. The next Kol Isha will be the January/February 2019 issue. The deadline for submissions for that issue will be December 20, Sharalynn Schulner Diane Rishe Shoshana Fischer who were in attendance to receive the award. Have kudos to send? Patti Zeman at rpzeman@gmail.com and get yours in the next Kol Isha Mah Jongg Cards $8 for Regular Size card / $9 for Large Print card Deadline: Monday, January 21st Mail your order (specifying number of cards & size of cards) with accompanying check(s), payable to TAE SISTERHOOD, to: Estelle Kates, 609 Hollyburne Lane, Thousand Oaks Questions? Call Estelle at (805) Tikun Olam

4 4 Kol Isha November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779

November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Kol Isha 5 TAE Social Hall Bring your friends for an evening of fun, food, mitzvah cake & song.

If you can t attend the party but would like to make a donation, please send a check to the temple, payable to TAE SISTERHOOD, Attention: Sisterhood Social Action.

Click on Send money ; enter email TAESisterhood@gmail.com; enter the $ amount; it s very important to say what the payment is for in the Add a note box.

5 November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Kol Isha 5 TAE Social Hall Bring your friends for an evening of fun, food, mitzvah cake & song. The entire community is welcome! Wine & Dine at Our Sisterhood Chanukah Party! Monday, December 3rd at 6 p.m. $15 includes light dinner, latkes & jelly donuts We will be collecting $10 (or more) CASH donations for a needy TAE family to make their holiday a happier one. If you can t attend the party but would like to make a donation, please send a check to the temple, payable to TAE SISTERHOOD, Attention: Sisterhood Social Action. Please RSVP by mailing your check by Thursday, November 29th to: Diane Grossman 2985 Vista Grande Camarillo OR Logon to PayPal. Click on Send money ; enter TAESisterhood@gmail.com; enter the $ amount; it s very important to say what the payment is for in the Add a note box. Under that box click on Paying for goods and services then choose Friends and Family. Choose how you want to pay. Hit Next for a summary and then click Send now. Questions? Contact Diane (805) / dianegrossman@me.com

6 Kol Isha November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Come Join the Fun!

Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (805) 497-7101 $40 tournament fee per person includes a continental breakfast, delicious buffet lunch, and snacks.

Schedule 8:30 9:00 Check-in, coffee and bagels 9:00 12:00 Session 1 (3 rounds) 12:00 1:00 Lunch 1:00 4:00 Session 2 (3 rounds) 4:15 Awards For more information, please contact

6 6 Kol Isha November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Come Join the Fun! One-Day Mah Jongg Tournament Name: Address: City: Sponsored by Temple Adat Elohim Sisterhood Sunday, January 20, 2019 Check all that apply: Temple Adat Elohim 2420 East Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, CA (805) $40 tournament fee per person includes a continental breakfast, delicious buffet lunch, and snacks. Bring your 2018 Mah Jongg card with your name on it. Schedule 8:30 9:00 Check-in, coffee and bagels 9:00 12:00 Session 1 (3 rounds) 12:00 1:00 Lunch 1:00 4:00 Session 2 (3 rounds) 4:15 Awards For more information, please contact Patti Zeman (805) / RPZEMAN@gmail.com To register, fill out the form below and enclose a check for $40 payable to TAE SISTERHOOD Mail to: No refunds after January 6th. Patti Zeman 292 Siesta Avenue Thousand Oaks, CA I will bring my Mah Jongg set and dice I am willing to be East and keep score Zip Phone: I am an intermediate advanced player Make checks payable to: TAE SISTERHOOD Invite Your Friends!

Finkbeiner and her committee for putting on a

FAMOUS OLD TIME CANDIES Sisterhood s See s

Let me be your personal shopper for all of

To place your order, call Myra Lee at (805)

Judaica Shop Hours: Tuesday through Thursday:

7 November/December, 2018 ~ Heshvan Kislev / Kislev Tevet 5779 Kol Isha 7 Thank you to Tami Finkbeiner and her committee for putting on a great Night in the Sukkah! Delicious Food! Friends! Shaking the Lulav & Etrog See s CALIFORNIA S FAMOUS OLD TIME CANDIES Sisterhood s See s Candies Order All Year Round! Let me be your personal shopper for all of your See s Candies gift-giving needs. To place your order, call Myra Lee at (805) Judaica Shop Hours: Tuesday through Thursday: 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Friday, before services: 6:30 p.m. 7:25 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. or by appointment call Paula Kraft at (805)

Tribute Cards It is so nice to receive a card on your birthday or a thoughtful note on your anniversary. Sisterhood can make it easy for you to recognize your friends in that special way. For $3.

8 Tribute Cards It is so nice to receive a card on your birthday or a thoughtful note on your anniversary. Sisterhood can make it easy for you to recognize your friends in that special way. For $3.00, a card will be sent for you to whomever you wish. A Goldengram costs $7.00. You can also order our Shalom card. Only $4. We do all the work and you get all the credit. What a deal! A list of monthly birthdays and anniversaries can be found in the Bazman Hazeh, and we you the list monthly. Just send us your requests. Our Tributes is taetributes@gmail.com. By sending a Tribute Uniongram, you are making a contribution to the Youth, Education and Special Projects (Y.E.S.) Fund of Women of Reform Judaism. Mary Forman & Diana Kealer Temple Adat Elohim Sisterhood 2420 E. Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, CA NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #128 Thousand Oaks, CA

Kol Isha. Voice of Women. Women s Torah Study

Kol Isha. Voice of Women. Women s Torah Study Kol Isha Voice of Women A publication of the Sisterhood of 2420 East Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (805) 497-7101 Volume XIX, Issue I II January/February, 2019 ~ Tevet Shevat / Shevat Adar I