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Each new year the world begins again.

Read special New Year greetings from Federation families...

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UPCOMING EVENTS...don't miss them!

    Flu Vaccinations

    Flu Vaccinations - September 13, 2010

    Sponsored by Jewish Community Services. 

     

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    Health Seminar - October 5, 2010

    2nd in the Series

    Jewish Community services presents a year long series of health seminars...

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    Temple ISrael Miller

    Temple Israel Celebrates It's 100th Year!

    October 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, 2010

    Join us for a weekend...

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    PREVIOUS HAPPENINGS...

      AFC High Holiday Luncheon

      Pictures from the Adult Friendship Club High holiday Luncheon.

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      Night to Honor Israel

      Night to Honor Israel 2010

      On Sunday evening, August 8th, Faith Temple of Christ held a second annual Night to Honor Israel. 

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      SPECIAL THANKS...

        Albert's Diamond Jewelers

        Thank you! Albert's Diamond Jewelers

        A special thanks to Albert’s Diamond Jewelers from the Jewish Federation for their support...  read more...

        LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FEDERATION...

          Federation Programs

          If you wish to learn more about programs and services offered by the Jewish Federation, please fill out the form linked to this page.  Learn More

          Message from Gus Galante, President of the Jewish Federation of NW Indiana

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          Community Welcomes
          Michal Edelist

          Michal Edelist

          Our New Shlicha

          People say the new year is a time for new beginnings!   read more...

          Manna Cabana - Food Pantry

          Help Manna Cabana - and we all know what that means...there is a want for food in our community. Please help us restock our supplies. Leave bags for pick up at your local temple or synagogue or drop them off at the Federation building.

          Here is a list of items that are in short supply on our shelves this week:

          Sugar
          Mayonnaise
          Spaghetti Sauce
          Canned Ravioli
          Pasta
          Tuna

          Shampoo/Conditioner
          Bar Soap
          Detergent
          Bleach
          Liquid Dish Soap

          Pet Foods

          Remember - when staying in a hotel please take the soap and shampoo given to each room and donate them to the Manna Cabana.

          Nancy Feldman and Gus Galante
          Co-Chairs

          Jewish Community Services


          Senior Employment Program
          Are you 55 or older and need a job? The AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program can help you gain income, skills, work experience, and provide job search assistance.
          Call: Carol Szaks, Director of Jewish Community Services
          for further information call - 219.922.4024


          Volunteers Needed

          Two hours once a month or once a year, or whenever you are available to cook for "The Mission" - A hot meal site.
          We need your help!
          Call:
          Chuck Elias 708.363.4935
          Carol Szaks 219.922.4024.
          Laurie Young 219.923.3937


          Casework Update
          January 2010 to August 2010
          Aside from 275 bags of groceries, we have given over $6800 in rent, utilities, grocery gift cards, prescriptions for medications, passover gifts, and funeral expenses.