For over 40 years, the Lawrence Jewish Community Women have been fulfilling its mission

1. To carry out the tradition and spirit of Judaism,
2. To provide friendship among the women of the Jewish community,
3. To support the Lawrence Jewish Community Center financially and through participation in the functions thereof,
4. To support other communal Jewish organizations and activities, and
5. To support the Lawrence community and its agencies and organizations through volunteer services and financial contributions.

This year, we hope that you will join us in our efforts to continue fulfilling this mission.

The Lawrence Jewish Community Women receives its funds from member dues, the gift shop, and the Blintz Brunch, which it shares with the LJCC. The JCW donates money to 25 different local charitable organizations annually. The JCW collects toiletries to donate to the Women’s Transitional Care Facility. Please bring toiletries to our meetings. We also have two new funds accepting donations: a Camp Fund for anyone interested in attending a Jewish Camp and a Guest Fund to help people attend JCW programs where there is a cost involved. Member dues are $30, which includes a 20% discount at the gift shop. Membership dues can be sent to Heather Frost, c/o LJCC, 917 Highland Dr., Lawrence, KS 66044.

Officers of the Lawrence Jewish Community Women (LJCW) for the 2008-2009 year: President: Cathy Lyman; Vice President: Kathleen Levy; Executive Scribe: Rachel Sharpe; Treasurer/LJCC Board Rep.: Heather Frost; Members-at-Large: Jill Kleinberg, Terri Rosen, and Rebecca Rosenthal.

Jewish Community Women Meetings and Events 2008-2009

Sun. Jan. 18, 2pm: Book Exchange at the LJCC—Bring those books you’ve finished reading and exchange them for different ones. Any books left over will be donated to the Lawrence Public Library book sale. Hot cider and dessert will be served.

Sat. Feb. 14, 7:15pm: Valentine’s Day Catered Dinner at the Depot (wine and cheese at 6:30pm)—Watch for your invitation. Reservations will be required.

Sun. Mar. 8, 2pm: Purim Meeting at the LJCC—We will fill Purim bags, and Arlene Slocum will teach self defense techniques for women of all ages.

Sun. Apr. 12, 2pm: Women's Seder