Hadassah Midwest is comprised of Hadassah Chicago-North Shore, Hadassah Great Plains and Hadassah Greater Detroit regions. That’s a broad range of territory, with chapters across 15 states. Each region and chapter have their own unique character, membership and spirit. But we also work together, joining in our collective mission to further the life-changing and lifesaving work of Hadassah, including medical care and research, women’s empowerment, education, advocacy, Jewish identity, youth development and philanthropy. Our work impacts lives in Israel, the United States and around the world. We are proud to be "The Power of Women Who DO." Join us!
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Join us for an afternoon of post-Purim excitement. America's favorite drag Bubbie, Merriam Levkowitz, will perform a few musical numbers, call 6-8 rounds of drag bingo, and play a few audience participation games.
Join us virtually as we hear from award-winning author Caren Stelson and acclaimed illustrator Selina Alko to discuss their book, told from the collective perspective of the children who were rescued from Czechoslovakia on the eve of World War II.
Join us and bring your favorite Passover dish, plated and with a serving utensil, to share with your friends. Bring one copy of your recipe so that everyone can take a photo of the ones they want to make — discover new favorites!
You're invited to be part of building a new Hadassah presence in Detroit for women in their 20s to age 55. Join Evolve Hadassah for an evening of fun where we will enjoy refreshments and schmooze with old friends and make some new ones.
Stay home and join us for a virtual rally! Learn advocacy strategies and effective methods of engagement with community members and our elected officials. Featuring guest speaker Diana Diner, Zionist Educator, Hadassah Advocacy Division.
Create one-of-a-kind mosaics under the direction of local artist Chantal Blaustein. Make a Hamsa plaque or a combination of three micro-items (3 of the same item or choose a variety): keychains, bracelets, pendants, hair ies, bookmarks, and barrettes
Join us to create dolls which will be given to children in local hospitals. Hadassah has supported the doll project for over 25 years, sending more than 80,000 dolls throughout the nation and to Israel. No experience or sewing skills necessary.
Join us for a community workshop on education, advocacy, and healing from the sexual violence against Israeli women on October 7, consisting of a meaningful conversation on gender-based violence (GBV) as a tactic of war.
Join us for our Mahj-A-Thon Tournament! You will need your 2024 mahj card to play. Special prize drawing -one free prize ticket per reservation. Additional prize drawing tickets available for purchase. Shop our craft co-op! Limited capacity.
Join Hadassah Associates and the Shomrim Society of Illinois for a lox & bagel breakfast and practice your pistol shooting skills on the range! Includes breakfast, a pre-shooting safety briefing, instruction by a qualified Range Master, ammunition.
Hybrid event- Hear from Dr. Judith Mann via streaming. She will relate the on-the-ground experiences that IDF soldiers and civilians go through at the new Gandel Rehabilitation Center, where recovery is both physical and emotional.
Join us for some fun-filled afternoons of game playing, fun and friendship. Bring your own group and play your game of choice (mahj, canasta, Rummikub, etc). Space is limited. Light snacks provided. Everyone welcome!
An evening with author Dr. Firooz Banooni as he discusses his book “A Life in Two Eras: Rites of Passage of a Jewish Iranian-American”. Dr. Banooni was born into a Jewish family in Hamadan, Iran (Persia), as WWII started. Q&A to follow presentation.
Embark on a virtual journey of connection and camaraderie as we celebrate Israeli Independence Day together! Sport your blue and white attire and join women in their 20s to age 55 from the Midwest area for an unforgettable gathering.
Honor and celebrate our local Holocaust survivors and remember those who are no longer with us. We'll hear firsthand accounts from Sophie Klisman, an Auschwitz survivor, and her daughter, Lori Ellis.
Bring your whole family to a celebratory ceremony for Yom Ha'atzma’ut, Israeli Independence Day! Wear your favorite blue & white clothing, bring an Israeli flag, experience a traditional ceremony, including prayers and texts, singing Hatikvah, etc.
Celebrate the resilience of our community with author Talia Carner. Talia will share stories from her newest novel, The Boy with the Star Tattoo. We'll honor Sheryl Ackerson for her years of dedication to Hadassah and recognize Rachel Chernoff.
Join us for some fun-filled afternoons of game playing, fun and friendship. Bring your own group and play your game of choice (mahj, canasta, Rummikub, etc). Space is limited. Light snacks provided. Everyone welcome!
Trent Spoolstra, ADL Midwest Associate Regional Director, will speak about types of antisemitism and areas where it is most prevalent, and offer guidance about effective ways to address verbal assault or misinformed individuals. Q&A to follow.
Learn to play mah jongg! Hadassah members will guide you in play while teaching you the rules. Mah Jongg sets, as well as beverages and snacks, will be provided. You will need a mah jongg card to play. Dates: June 13 & 20 and July 10 & 18, 2024
Join us for three book discussions with professional book club facilitator Lauren Marcus Johnson. Featured books are The Wolf Hunt by Ayelet Gundar-Goshen, Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner, and The Measure by Nikki Erlick.
Join us for three book discussions with professional book club facilitator Lauren Marcus Johnson. Featured books are The Wolf Hunt by Ayelet Gundar-Goshen, Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner, and The Measure by Nikki Erlick.