As we look back on the High Holidays and move toward Simchat Torah — a holiday that marks the end of a cycle and the immediate beginning of another — it is a time to reflect and look to the future with hope. As National President Rhoda Smolow writes, "As we each make our personal commitments to playing our part in 5781, I know that I feel a renewed sense of pride, passion and purpose in being part of something bigger: Hadassah, the vehicle through which we come together to help heal our world."
As always, look to this week's Hadassah@home for ways you can find "pride, passion and purpose" in our vibrant online programming and vital Hadassah community.
#HadassahVotes 2020: The election is less than a month away, but it’s not too late to join the Hadassah Voting Team! Spread the word to ensure everyone you know is making a plan to cast their ballot. Compete and engage online to make the whole voting process fun and easy. Learn more at Hadassah.org/Vote2020.
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Medical news of interest: For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Greater Kansas City Physicians Council presents Advances in Women's Health 2020. Featuring an esteemed panel of experts, this will be a detailed look at women’s cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. Wednesday, October 14, 8:00 pm EDT.
Hear from Jerusalem’s Deputy Mayor: Our monthly Zionist series presents an interview with Jerusalem's Deputy Mayor, Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, moderated by Hadassah's National President Rhoda Smolow, a virtual event you won't want to miss. Thursday, October 15, 3:00 pm EDT.
Jewish women vote: Join with Jewish women from across the country for a special non-partisan, pluralistic celebration of Shabbat and voting. Jewish Women Vote is presented by Hadassah (HWZOA), Jewish Women International (JWI), The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) and many co-sponsors. Please note by registering you may be temporarily added to the email list for NCJW, but not permanently. Friday, October 16, 3:30-4:30 pm EDT.
Decrease family stress: EVOLVE: The Young Women's Network and the Program Department present Pandemic Parenting: Little Kids, Big Feelings. This workshop will address the myriad of emotions parents of school-aged children are navigating, and will be facilitated by Nina Essel, a licensed social worker owner and founder of Balanced Kids, a parent coaching and consulting business. Nina is passionate about supporting families so they can spend more time connected and less time feeling stressed. Wednesday, October 21, 7:30 pm EDT.
An eye on eye health: Increased time in front of screens means more strain on the eyes. Eye Health 2020 will explore much-needed ways to protect your eyesight, touching on the impact of digital devices on children and various eye emergencies. Presented by the Hadassah National Physicians Council, led by council member Dr. Lynn Brandes, and open to all. Sunday, October 25, 5:00 pm EDT.
Fitness fun for all abilities: Join us for Let Loose with Luisa: Low Impact Dance Fitness. A lower-intensity dance fitness class taught by Hadassah's own Luisa Narins, suitable for anyone, including seniors or anyone who has an injury. Wednesday, October 28, 12:00 pm EDT.
Cooking with Hadassah Magazine: Step inside Dorie Greenspan's kitchen to learn her secrets for Lower-East-Side-brunch tart — a baked interpretation of a bagel with cream cheese, lox, onions and capers — and last-of-the-bunch banana bundt cake.
In case you missed it
Grief and Renewal in a Time of Pandemic: How to Find Uplift.
Ongoing weekly series:
Conversational Hebrew: Mondays; Beginner's Level, at 3:00 pm EDT, and Intermediate Level, at 4:00 pm EDT.
Resilience & Relaxation with Rebecca: Tuesdays at 4:00 pm EDT.
For past programs see our last Hadassah@home email or our Member Engagement page.
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NOTE: Many online events will ask for your Hadassah ID number to register.