Monthly Bulletin

December, 2020

We hope you had the opportunity to enjoy our Virtual Tour of the Museum of Southern Jewish Experience! If you missed it, you can still see the video on our YouTube page. We look forward to the day when it is safe to take a community trip to New Orleans to see the Museum in person.  In the meantime, we hope you'll join us for some of our upcoming events:

Upcoming Events

SUN, DEC 13th, 2020 - Annual Ḥanukah Party
$0.00 - $18.00

Get excited for our Annual Hanukah Party hosted both in Agudath Achim's Biblical Garden as well as online. This year's celebration and community candle lighting will take place on Sunday, December 13th, the fourth night of Ḥanukah.

In light of public health concerns, the program will be outdoors, masked and require registration in advance to ensure we have enough room to accommodate any necessary safety guidelines.

*Please note that this event will also be streamed online, so those who are uncomfortable, unwell, at risk, or have been exposed to covid are encouraged to watch from home. Registration is Required. Please see the website or registration for more details.

Register Online Today

SUN, DEC 20th, 2020 - COVID-19: 'A Silver Lining'
$0.00 - $18.00

Hadassah presents 2 incredible speakers to discuss the current science of COVID, the advancement of treatments, and what to expect in the future.

Linda Freedman Block, a former SW Region President and current National Gatekeeper (big gift donor) Chair, will address the virus’ impact in Israel.

Dr. Richard Zweig, a Neurologist at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport & Associate Member of HADASSAH, will present current research about the virus and the vaccine.

Register Online Today

Mark Your Calendars

Enjoy a virtual international culinary journey with four celebrity chefs on the Israeli and American scenes. Explore their Moroccan, Yemenite, Persian, Tunisian, and Ashkenazi backgrounds, recipes and culinary inspirations.

Einat Admony – The Ultimate Balaboosta
Tuesday, January 19th, 7:00pm
Menu: Moroccan Spiced Fish, Yemenite Salad with Fenugreek-Yoghurt Dressing, and Ja’ala

Lior Lev-Sercarz – The Spice Master
Tuesday, January 26th, 7:00pm
Menu: Freekah and Feta Salad; Charred Eggplant and Labneh Parfait

 

Danielle Renov – Peas, Love & Carrots
Tuesday, February 2nd, 7:00pm
Menu: Meat stuffed artichokes; Sumac-Scented Fennel and Tangerine Salad

Adeena Sussman – Sababa
Tuesday, February 9th, 7:00pm
Menu: My Mother’s Irresistible Peach Kuchen; Chewy Tahini Blondies

Register Online Today

Teens & Families

SUN, JAN 10th, 2021 - Voices of the Generations
$0.00

Julie Kohner, daughter of Holocaust survivor Hanna Kohner, shares memories, videos, and her parents inspiring love story. This program is geared towards Middle & High School students and their families, but is open to the general public. Join us on January 10th, as we do our part to "Never Forget" the Holocaust.

Register Online Today

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Support Jewish Louisiana

Whether it's today on #GivingTuesday or any day this month, consider making a contribution to our Annual Year-End Campaign! This year we are aiming to raise $10,000 and we have a generous donor willing to match our first $1,000 in donations. You have the power this year to help enhance the Jewish community of North Louisiana.

Enhance the Community: Make Your Donation Today

Hurricane Laura recently wrecked havoc on Louisiana Jewish communities, badly damaging synagogues in Lake Charles and Alexandria and destroying the homes and businesses of many Jewish residents. Join Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans, North Louisiana Jewish Federation, the Jewish Federation of Greater Baton Rouge and the Jewish Endowment Foundation of Louisiana in raising funds for short and long-term needs.

Donate to the Jewish Louisiana Hurricane Laura Relief Fund

Jewish Holidays This Month

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