Fall Classes with the Jewish Study Center held at the NMAJMH
Basic Judaism, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, 7-8:15PM
Covers the fundamentals of Jewish belief and daily observance. Teacher: Tom Diaz is a lawyer and writer. JSC members $100, non members $120.
It's Getting Hot in Here: Jewish Ethics & Solar Energy, Oct. 5 7-9PM
Build your own portable solar cooker to take home while we explore what it means to be Jewish in a world with climate refugees and rapidly advancing energy technologies. Laura Bellows is a Jewish–environmental educator with the Teva Learning Center. JSC members $15, non members $20.
Two Sessions about the Chofetz Chayyim, Nov. 9, 16 7-8:15PM
Teacher, Rabbi Marvin Bash wrote Messages of the Chofetz Chaim: 100 Stories and Parables in 2006. Rabbi Bash will provide updated information on Rabbi Israel Meir HaKohen, known as the Chofetz Chaim. Rabbi Bash recently completed 50 years in the Rabbinate and is Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Etz Hayim in Northern Virginia. He serves part–time as Rabbi of the Pentagon. JSC members $30, non members $40.
The Military Siddur — and Soldiers’ Prayers, Dec. 7 7-8:15PM
Who knew there was a special prayerbook for Jewish members of the Armed Services? We will look at that siddur and the special and often unique prayer for and about military personnel and our national security. Michael Bloom is the son of an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, and returning guest speaker for the JSC. JSC members $15, non members $20.
Contemplative Retreat: How does it feel to dwell in G-d's house?, Oct. 31 1-4PM
Students and teachers will explore the levels of comfort or discomfort in inhabiting the physical, emotional, spiritual and intuitive realms in which they dwell. They will alternate periods of sitting and walking meditation, yoga/movement, and chanting. Teachers Richard Gladstein and Dale Lupuhave been studying chanting (with Rabbi Shefa Gold), meditation (with Rabbi Jeff Roth and others), and yoga (with many teachers) for the past 15 years, and applying these tools in their family life together. JSC members $25, non members $30.
For further information on all classes AND TO REGISTER, visit the JSC website at www.jewishstudycenter.org
Highlighted Museum Tour Schedule / Classes
November 16, 2010:
Hadassah
November 17, 2010:
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel Of Elkins Park (PA)
The National Museum of American Jewish Military History is a member of The DuPont-Kalorama Museums Consortium (DKMC). It promotes the “off the mall” museums and their neighborhoods in the greater DuPont-Kalorama area of Washington, DC. Check out the DKMC website for museum locations. All are in walking distance from one to another! What a great way to spend an afternoon!
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Docent Search
The National Museum of American Jewish Military History (NMAJMH) is seeking docents to lead walk–in visitors as well as pre–arranged tour groups, of both children and adults, through a variety of exhibits that explain and examine the role of Jews in American military history. The NMAJMH is affiliated with the Jewish War Veterans of the USA, and is dedicated to the mission of preserving and creating public awareness of the contributions of Jewish Americans in the Armed Forces. A contribution of your time is an immeasurable gift, and a great asset, to our organization.
We will provide training, and any necessary materials, before you begin your time commitment. It is recommended that our docents have some ability interacting with, and speaking to, the general public. Our days of operation are Monday–Friday 9am to 5pm; and we are happy to work around your schedule.
In exchange for the donation of your time, we offer honorary Museum membership, a copy of all exhibition catalogues, and an invitation to all exhibition openings, lectures and special events, as well as the annual volunteer appreciation lunch.
Please contact Mary Westley at mwestley@nmajmh.org, or by phone at (202) 265-6280 and sign up to give a gift of your time well spent. We look forward to hearing from you.
Museum Docent Outreach
Museum docent Richard Rosenzweig can never say he doesn´t take his work home with him – as a matter of fact each year just after Veterans Day he does just that. He and his lovely wife Verna are snow birds and they make the trek to a warmer climate as do many JWV and NMAJMH members. Tucked amongst the luggage was a box of membership brochures, exhibit catalogs and a traveling display or two. Before Richard arrived he had lined up 4 speaking engagements.
In November Richard spoke for a Veterans Day tribute at Temple Beth Am Men´s Club in Jupiter Fl. At the Golden Hadassah in Boca Raton, FL, Richard spoke about Women in the Military highlighting their service; also at the Pompano Hadassah, Pompano Fl, and again at the National Council of Jewish Women in March. Richard has been active with JWV Posts 519 and Post/Aux. 265, providing museum information and membership applications.
Richard has also been busy reading about anything and everything that might be useful to him in his docent role. Recently he read (and reviewed) the book They Dared Return, by Patrick O’Donnell. Click here to read Richard’s review. During the Days of Remembrance (April), the NMAJMH will host the author for a book signing at the Museum. Look for more information coming up under News and Special Announcements.
The NMAJMH thanks Richard for taking his work so seriously and looks forward to his return to tour guide duty at the Museum late March.
If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer position, why not contact Mary Westley at 202 265 6280 and talk to her about becoming a museum docent. Click here for more information.
FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
Albany Post 105 members Richard and Kelly Goldenberg present a $1000 contribution to Col. Herb Rosenbleeth for the National Museum of American Jewish Military History in Washington on July 15. Richard and Kelly are both Gulf War active duty veterans and Richard served more recently in Iraq in 2005. The contribution will inscribe the JWV Albany Post 105 members in the museum Tree of Honor. Photo by Mary Westley.
Did you know you can now purchase a Yahrzeit Memorial for your deceased loved one online? Our Yahrzeit Memorial Display is now user friendly to those who wish to purchase an entry over the internet for a deceased family loved one. Click here to be directed to the homepage of the Yahrzeit Memorial Program. Click on PURCHASE YAHRZEIT. Fill out the form as completely as possible. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Westley at 202 265-6280, x511 or email to mwestley@nmajmh.org.
Did you know that certificates can be purchased blank in bulk quantities of 12 for $96.00? That is a savings of $2 per certificate! Ordering certificates is an opportunity to do a good deed and to benefit the National Museum of American Jewish Military History (NMAJMH). The proceeds from the certificates will be used by the Museum to chronicle the history of American Jewish participation in our nation´s defense. Click here to find out more about the certificate program, to fill in an order form and to view a sample certificate. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Westley at 202 265-6280, x511 or email to mwestley@nmajmh.org.
 Museum Director Col. Herb Rosenbleeth and Assistant Collections Manager, Mike Rugel visit Talmudical Academy of Baltimore. During the visit, Mike Rugel (pictured) presented interesting and unusual artifacts from the archives and Colonel Rosenbleeth discussed Veterans' Day and JWV. This year there were two classes present and staff from the Jewish Week were there to cover the event.
If your class would like a visit and your school is located in the Washington DC/Metro area, contact Mary Westley at (202) 265-6280 for more information. If your class is scheduling field trips, please add us to your list of interesting places to visit. We have a great scavenger hunt game!
To view other museum outreach events, click here.
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New Exhibit at the NMAJMH!
In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month the National Museum of American Jewish Military History would like to pay tribute to the Jewish servicemen and women who have given their lives in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. It is vitally important, moreover the mission of the NMAJMH, to recognize that Jews have served in the armed forces of the United States since the founding of our nation and that Jewish men and women continue to fight and die for this country.
In honor of the sacrifices made by these men and women the NMAJMH has created a small exhibition entitled Fallen Heroes: Remembering American Jewish Casualties of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Fallen Heroes features photographs and information on all of the Jewish men and women who have died while serving with the U.S. armed forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. The display also provides a graphical breakdown of where service members died, how they died, and who they were. We hope that this exhibit will serve as not only a memorial to those who have died, but also as a reminder of the long legacy of Jewish service in the American military.
The National Museum of American Jewish Military History proudly announces plans for a new permanent core exhibit. The NMAJMH has been working with Quatrefoil Associates to put together a master plan for an exhibition that will cover the entire span of Jewish service in the American military. This new exhibit will be the core of the NMAJMH and is our most ambitious undertaking yet.
Some of you might remember reading a children´’s book many, many years ago entitled, “The Little Engine That Could”. It was about a little locomotive which aspired to be just like its bigger brothers and sisters. In the end it (not its brothers and sisters) succeeds in pulling a train over a very large mountain, while chanting the phrase, “I–think–I–can”, “I–think–I–can”. Your National Museum of American Jewish Military History is similar to the little engine that could. With limited funds and a remarkable overworked staff we produce an excellent product — “We think we can!” Come take a look at what we have done! Our exhibits range from “Women in the Military"rdquo;, “Jewish Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients” to the “JWV 1933 Protest march Against Nazi Germany”. Then, there is our Archives — letters, diaries, photographs, awards and decorations, articles of war,
etc. We also have a “Yahrzeit Program” in which J.W.V. members, their families and others are honored at stations in our museum and through out the internet world on the anniversary of their passing. Like any engine big or small, your National Museum of American Jewish Military History needs fuel to operate. Please reach into your hearts and minds and souls. Membership is important! Contributions help! Also kindly think about placing us in a small or mid–size portion of your will, trust, or life insurance policy. “We–think–we–can”, and with your help, “We–will!”
David L. Magidson
President
Click here for Membership Info
Meet the new President of the National Museum of American Jewish Military History
A Welcome Letter
Yahrzeit Updates
The Museum needs your help in locating current addresses for the Sponsors or next of kin of deceased persons in our Yahrzeit program. Mail has returned. Please contact Mary Westley at (202) 265-6280 or mwestley@jwv.org if you have further information. Thank you for your help!
Sponsor/Next of kin : Deceased Person
Glent Adler : Joseph Adler
Florence & Jeffrey Arkin : Herbert Arkin
Dr. Clifford Bassett : Irwin Bassett
Michael Nadelman : Arthur Bassin
Beatrice Becker : Samuel Becker
Julius Berkovitz : Martin Berkovitz
Sara Dean Bravin : Hyman Bravin
Shari Pardini : Morton Breitbart
Jean Chodnoff : Paul Chodnoff
Dottie Chudnoff : Herman Chudnoff
Robert Cohen : Arthur Cohen
Natalie Domosh : Israel Frankel
Shirlene Girer : Eugene Girer
Jeri & Alfredo Tulipan : Sidney Goldberg
Miriam Gurin : Anna Gurin-Ross
Charles Issac : Renie Issac
Rebecca Ossias : Harold Ossias
Shirley Rogut : Sidney Rogut
Joanne Kozy : Sam Rubin
Gertrude Sherman : Emanuel Sherman
Rose Sherman : Sam Sherman
Pricilla Shuman : Natalie Shuman
Malcolm Siegel : Morris Siegel
Pamela Pierce : Edward Singer
Goldie Singer : Isadore “Sid” Singer
Lillian Tickos Greenspan : Bennie Tickos
Pearl Weiskopf : Harold Weiskopf
Jeanne Wolfson : David Wolfson
Deborah Siegrist : Herbert Yarrish
Sylvia Ziev : Benjamin Ziev
Bernice Zuckerman : Morris Zuckerman
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