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BNC Tucson Chapter2017—2018STUDY GROUP GUIDE
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Dear Members,
On behalf of the Tucson Chapter of Brandeis National Committee, we welcome you to the 2017–18 year.
We hope your participation in Study Groups will be an educational and social way to learn and to enjoy your membership. It also can help you connect with the community and give back to Brandeis. In addition to Study Groups, there are many opportunities to enjoy being a Tucson BNC member. We offer many ways to engage in a variety of activities to help fund-raise, learn, and form lasting friendships.
We welcome your participating in our open board meetings, donating books, helping at our Book Depot, contributing to our community service programs, attending entertaining and enjoyable luncheons, and other activities throughout the year.
While having fun, you are supporting the philanthropic needs of Brandeis University, the only nonsectarian university in America that was created by the American Jewish community.
Thanks so much for the hard work of the Study Group Committee, who have given us the interesting, educational, cultural, and exciting Study Groups listed here. They are terrific!
We look forward to meeting and welcoming you. Enjoy!
Sincerely,Marsha Rosenblum, President
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Tucson ChapterBrandeis National Committee
2017–2018 RosteR of ChapteR offiCeRs & BoaRd
Officers:President Marsha Rosenblum ...529-7477 [email protected]/Book Business Rachel Barker ...........742-3163 [email protected] Meg Sivitz ................615-4739 [email protected]/Membership Roni Bader-Tables .. 305- 898-5754 .. [email protected] Pam Shaw ........ 617-593-8300 [email protected]/Publications Steve Seltzer ........... 299-3788 [email protected]/Study Groups Lynn Cramer..... 717-443-6157 [email protected] Secretary Barbara Wilder ..847-274-4219 [email protected] Secretary Betty Jane Koppel ....296-1215 [email protected] Arlene Zuckerman ... 577-1457 [email protected] Marilyn Sternstein ..847-269-0280 [email protected] Secretary Davya Cohen ................797-5598 [email protected] Elaine Lisberg .......... 529-0415 ..ERLisberg @yahoo.com
Board:Book & Author Facilitator Elaine Lisberg .......... 529-0415 ..ERLisberg @yahoo.comB&A Author Selection Sheila Rothenberg ... 232-9559 [email protected] Fund Shelly Abell ’72 .......409-2346 [email protected] Sale Consultants Libby Fischer ............577-1253 [email protected] Betty Scott ..............529-2311 [email protected] Information Officer Marianne Taussig .... 299-2322 [email protected] Fellows TBAShalom Tucson Membership CommitteeSocial Justice Chair Marilyn Lobell ......... 615-0877 [email protected] Groups Registrar Terrie Sherman ........ 290-1490 [email protected] Charlotte Hegwer ...529-8484 [email protected] At-large Lois Bodin ........ 702-219-6704 [email protected] Kathy Cohen ........... 329-8063 [email protected] Phyllis Fassler ..........320-5004 [email protected] Soralé Fortman ........747-3520 [email protected] Terri Freed ...... 856-430-6252 [email protected] Ruth Friedman ........ 749-1840 [email protected] Arlene Gray .............229-0006 [email protected] Gail Isaacs ............... 299-3438 [email protected] Karen Loeb ....... 262-370-5632 [email protected] Ellen Saltonstall....... 822-8278 [email protected]
Nominating Committee: Susan Berger, Kathy Cohen, Sally Gershon, Maxine Goldstein, Jan Linn, Gail Martin, and Terrie Sherman
Honorary Members: All past Presidents and incumbent members of Regional and National Boards
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MARK THESE DATES
*******************************BRANDEIS BOOK SALE
THURS–MON., OCTOBER 5–9, 2017
*******************************FALL OPENING LUNCHEON
MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2017
*******************************HOLIDAY EVENT
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2017
*******************************UNIVERSITY ON WHEELS
MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 2018
*******************************BOOK & AUTHOR DINNER
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2018
*******************************BOOK & AUTHOR LUNCHEON
THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 2018
*******************************SPRING LUNCHEON AND INSTALLATION
APRIL 2018, TBD*******************************
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Brandeis University Facts
Brandeis University Today: Founded in 1948 in the Boston suburb of Waltham, Brandeis is recognized as the premier small research university in the United States. It is named for Louis Dembitz Brandeis (1856–1941), the distinguished Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.
This nonsectarian university founded by the American Jewish community has over 9,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Brandeis has been ranked sixth in the nation in the biological sciences, has the most-comprehensive program of Judaic studies outside the State of Israel, and offers America’s first Israel Studies program. Brandeis today enrolls a diverse student body, drawn from most states and 100 countries. The student-to-faculty ratio is about 10:1.
The Brandeis National Committee (BNC)was founded to provide philanthropic support and growth for the university and its libraries. Since 1948, its members have contributed over one hundred million dollars to build and sustain four libraries on the Brandeis campus. In 1998, the millionth book was placed on the shelves and two and one-half million dollars were raised to establish an endowed Brandeis University Librarian’s Chair. Membership in the BNC offers opportunities for intellectual pursuit, continuing education, local social justice (community service), social interaction, personal enrichment, and leadership development. Today, the BNC has reaffirmed its commitment to the libraries and added its support to the BNC fundraising project, the BNC Scholarship Campaign. Our four pillars are academic excellence, social justice, nonsectarianism, and service to the community.
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BRANDEIS BOOK FUNDDo you have a simchah coming up, know someone you would like to
congratulate, send deepest sympathy, perhaps a get-well wish, a birth-day or anniversary message, or other memorable occasion? Send one of
the following:
TRIBUTE CARDS & STATIONERY
Philanthropy, Learning, and Community card– $5 each + 50¢ mailing or 6 for $25
Goldfarb Library at Night – $10 + 50¢ mailing or 3 for $25
Four Art Cards – $14
Louis Dembitz Brandeis Portrait card – $18 + 50¢ mailing
Sustaining the Mind Tribute Card – $25 or more + 50¢ mailing
Contact Shelly Abell, [email protected] or 409-2346.
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BRANDEIS BOOK FUND
LEARNED RESEARCH JOURNALSRecipients receive a leatherette folder and, for donations of $55 and over,
a copy of the folder inscription goes into a book or journal in the library.
Learned Research Journal – $35 each + $1.50 postage
Learned Research Journal Folio – $55 each + $1.50 postage
Endowed Journal Guarantor Fund in the Humanities or the Sciences — $500 each
BOOK COLLECTIONSSpecial Book Collection or Special Collection in Judaica – $100 each
Major Book Collection – $500 each
Named Research Journal File – $1,000 each
Master Book Collection/Master Research Journal File – $3,000 each
Library Collection – $5,000 each
Contact Shelly Abell, [email protected] or 409-2346.
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Welcome to New and Returning Members
The Tucson Chapter of BNC has developed another exciting year of new and popular events for everyone to enjoy.
As part of the National Committee Learning Opportunities Pro-gram, we offer you an opportunity to select from our wide variety of Study Groups.
For our new members, Study Groups are a way to enjoy a learning experience while making friends, becoming involved in our numer-ous committees, and supporting the goals of BNC.
We look forward to seeing you on Monday, October 16, at our Fall Opening Luncheon. Your hold-the-date announcement is an insert in this Study Group Guide.
From Your Tucson BNC Chapter
The Tucson Chapter thanks the Study Group Team and advisors: Shelly Abell, Ellen Adelstein, Susan Berger, Lois Bodin,
Davya Cohen, Lynn Cramer, Phyllis Fassler, Ruth Friedman, Vivian Kaplan, Sue Keller, Karen Loeb, Marsha Rosenblum, Steve Seltzer, Pam Shaw, Terrie Sherman, and Meg Sivitz
for the planning and production of this brochure.
VOLUNTEERMen and women who can use a computer are needed to help at the Book Depot, determining which books are best to list on the Internet. We sell our used and new books on Amazon, ABE, Ali-bris, and Barnes & Noble. You will have the satisfaction of doing a valuable job that helps our endowed scholarship for a Tucson-area student at Brandeis. Your work sustains our Book Sale at Foothills Mall as well. You can lend a hand in sorting, boxing, and listing books to be recycled and sold for a worthy cause.
CONTACT: Leave a message at 747-3224TIME: 10:00 am–2:00 pmPLACE: 3825 N. Oracle Road, between Roger & PrinceDAYS: Mondays through Fridays
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Course IndexArts: Literature Books & Bagels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Brandeis Men’s Book Club . . . . . . 20 Contemporary Fiction . . . . . . . . . 19 Freshman Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Mystery Book Club . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Page Turners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Arts: Arts and Crafts Art Talks* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Judaic Art* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Navajo Jewelry & Rugs* . . . . . . . . 26 Sit ’n’ Stitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 You Gotta Have Art . . . . . . . . . . . 23Arts: Music Classical Music That Tells a Story . . 27Arts: Theatre and Cinema Cinema for Singles . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Fabulous Flicks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Foreign Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Education Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) . 27 History of Jewish Immigration . . . . . 15 Jewish Genealogy . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Great Debates in Jewish History* . . .11 Women in the Bible . . . . . . . . . . . 25Games Beginning/Intermed Mah Jongg . 23 Intermediate Social Bridge . . . . . 11 Scrabble & Games . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Self-Help The Art of Communication* . . . . 12 Memories from Generation to…* . 12 Mindfulness* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Miscellaneous Desert Gardening* . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Let’s Meet for Ethnic Lunch . . . . 22 Moving On* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Nostalgia Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Single Women’s Circle . . . . . . . . . 28 Sonoran Desert 101* . . . . . . . . . . 21
*New this year
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BRANDEIS LEARNING OPPORTUNITIESSundays
Su1. Nostalgia Trip Through the Decades Fee $18
Starting with the 1950s, we will discuss significant events and highlights of each decade through 2010. A group member will review a decade at every meeting with a potluck buffet to follow, featuring foods that were popular then. For
couples and singles, this study group will offer a historical context of past decades with time for reminiscences, camaraderie, and comfort food. Meetings will be held at members’ homes monthly on the first Sunday of the month, beginning on November 5. Burt and Carol will contact members about the discussion on the 50s and contributing to a potluck dinner. For those dressing in 1950s attire, there will be an extra dessert portion!
Leaders: Carol & Burt Cunin 529-7272, [email protected]: 5:00 pmDates: 1st Sunday, November through MayPlace: Home of Burt & Carol Cunin (directions will be provided)Limit: 18 members
Carol and Burt would like to build on the success of the 97 Orchard Study Group and a previous Nostalgia group with another walk through the decades.
Su2. Books and Bagels Fee $18
This book club for men and women reads contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction. Each book will be reviewed by a member of the group. A potluck light brunch will be served before the discussion. The group will meet, pick a leader or leaders for the pupose of e-mailing members, then pick a book and venue at members’ homes. Each
member is requested to bring three book titles with synopses for the group to select their books for the year to the first meeting.
Leaders: TBDTime: 10:00 am–noonDates: 2nd Sunday, November through AprilPlace: Member homesLimit: 12 members
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MondaysM1. Intermediate Social Bridge Fee $18
If you are playing the current bidding rules and some of the basic conventions, you are an intermediate bridge player! Join this group to enjoy the game and the people. Self-pay lunch prior to bridge.
Contact: Betty Jane Koppel 296-1215, [email protected] Time: 1:00–3:00 pmPlace: Risky Business, 6686 E. Sunrise Dr., at N. Kolb Rd. Come at noon & socialize over a self-pay lunch Dates: Every Monday, October through SeptemberLimit: Minimum 4 members
Betty Jane’s ability and her leadership skills with mathematical concepts and logic have translated into card playing and leadership of this popular intermediate social bridge Study Group.
M2. Great Debates in Jewish History $18 + $34 for required book
Discover six of the most-monumental intellectual and theological debates in Jewish history. These conflicts pit the greatest Jewish minds against each other—reflecting the panorama of Jewish history with its political, ethical, and spiritual challenges.
Leader: Rabbi Yehuda Ceitlin 326-8362, [email protected]: 10:00 –11:30 amDate: Mondays, October 30 through December 4Place: Cong. Young Israel-Chabad, 2443 E. 4th St. @ Tucson Blvd.
Rabbi Ceitlin is the Outreach Director of Chabad Tucson and Associate Rabbi of Cong. Young Israel of Tucson. A seasoned writer and dynamic lecturer, he has inspired audiences in North America, Israel, Europe, and Africa.
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M3. The Art of Communication $18 + $34 for required book
Almost everyone today has a communication device at their disposal, but are we actually communicating with family, friends, and neighbors? Discover the paths for effective communication in this course as we explore Judaism’s insight into forging positive, effective, and fruitful interactions.
Leader: Rabbi Yehuda Ceitlin 326-8362, [email protected]: 10:00–11:30 amDate: Mondays, January 22 through February 26Place: Cong. Young Israel-Chabad, 2443 E. 4th St. @ Tucson Blvd
Rabbi Ceitlin is the Outreach Director of Chabad Tucson and Associate Rabbi of Cong. Young Israel of Tucson. A seasoned writer and dynamic lecturer, he has inspired audiences in North America, Israel, Europe, and Africa.
M4 Memories from Generation to Generation $18
Have you ever wished you had taped or interviewed your long-gone parents or grandparents? In this group, members will put down some of their own favorite memories, past challenges, successes, beliefs, experiences, or whatever comes to
light for the next generations to have in future years. The guided writing will be a valuable tool for sharing one’s memories.
Leader: Lynn Cramer 717-443-6157, [email protected]: 10:00–11:30 amDate: 2nd Mondays, Place: Lynn Cramer’s home, 931 W. Antelope Creek Way, OV
Lynn has written radio and television ad copy for several businesses and has taught middle school English and social studies courses.
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M5. Moving On! $18
Are you considering scaling down your living space, moving up to something larger, or do you just want to move to another location? This three-session course will give you all the information you need about preparing your home for sale and the logistics of selling your home. We will discuss sorting and
packing years of your treasures, what is involved in the physical move, and how to establish the “right” listing price for your home.
Leader: Pam Shaw 617-593-8300, [email protected]: 10:00 am–noonDates: Mondays, January 15 & 29, February 12Place: TBA
Pam was a Senior Associate and top Real Estate Broker in the Newton-Brookline-Chestnut Hill area of suburban Boston for the past 30 years and is now a full-time Tucson resident.
M6. Art Talks $18
Tucson Museum of Art (TMA) docents will discuss a variety of art topics. These docents have successfully presented to 5,000 people this season. Learn about art from experts who have been trained by the staff of the TMA.
Leader: Ellie Eigen 299-3701, [email protected]: 2:00–3:00 pmDates: 2nd Monday, October through April, omit DecemberPlace: The Fountains at La Cholla, 2001 W. Rudasill Rd.Limit: Maximum 25 members
Ellie has been a docent at the TMA for 15 years and presents art talks in the community.
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This Is Your Brain
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Study Groups
M7. Sit ’n’ Stitch Fee $18
Calling all “Stitchers” to Sit ’n’ Stitch! If you have ever used a needle of any type, we have room for you. Bring your UFOs (Unfinished Objects) or WIPs (Works in Progress) and a bag lunch. We’ll meet in each other’s homes to sit, stitch, schmooze, and help each other complete our treasures. We look forward to your
company.
Leader: Lois Bodin 702-219-6704, [email protected]: 12:30–3:00 pm, Dates: 4th Monday, October through SeptemberLimit: Maximum 12 members
Lois’ Girl Scout “mother” taught her, and she caught the “bug.” Whether it is knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, or whatever, she’s hooked. Watching TV or when at a meeting, her hands are always busy. She is a current member of the Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework. She shares patterns!
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TuesdaysTu1. History of Jewish Immigration to the U.S. Fee $18
Jewish people migrated here accidentally and puposefully since the 1600s. They helped populate our country and many became important people in our nation’s history. Join this group and find
out more about our American-Jewish history. Sue will present information and also include documentary videos.
Leader: Sue Keller 529-2216, [email protected]: 10:00 am–noonDates: Tuesdays, January 30 through February 27Place: To be announced in advance to membersLimit: Minimum 5 members, maximum 12 members
Note: You may want to take notes and have a folder for handouts.
Sue is a former American history teacher. Since retiring, she has developed an interest in the history of the Jewish people. She presented many history courses at OASIS, and this course was a popular one.
Tu2. Mindfulness Fee $18
Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
Be mindful, join us, and learn awareness to what you’re directly experiencing via your senses or to your state of mind via your thoughts and emotions. The practice of mindfulness is strongly correlated with greater well-being and perceived health.
Leader: Davya Cohen 797-5598, [email protected] cell 904-2960Time: 10:00–11:30 amDate: 1st Tuesday, October through AprilPlace: Davya’s home, 8364 N. Starfinder Pl.Limit: Minimum 5, maximum 8
Davya is a retired psychotherapist specializing in art therapy. She has taught mindfulness to many of her clients.
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Tu3. Foreign Film Fee $18
This is a strong group with excellent leadership. We will include foreign films in English or with subtitles and possibly a documentary. We welcome suggestions from the group for movie selections.
Leader: Marjorie McGlamery 299-4224, [email protected] Patty Peck © 549-9083, [email protected]: 1:00–3:00 pmDates: 1st Tuesday, November through AprilPlace: Villa Hermosa, SE corner Speedway & WilmotLimit: 30 members
Marjorie and Patty are true movie buffs. Marjorie has worked regularly on the Telluride Film Festival staff. Patty has been chair of the Tucson International Jewish Film Festival. They share their love of foreign films with the group.
Tu4. Cinema for Singles Fee $18 + theater fee
We will meet at a local movie theater to view a current film matinee as a group and then socialize afterwards for a self-pay dinner at a nearby restaurant. This group is for all singles who love film and enjoy a fun afternoon with Brandeis friends—
starting Tuesday, October 3.
Leader: Ellen Adelstein 795-5349, [email protected]: According to the theater matinee scheduleDate: 1st Tuesday, October through MayPlace: To be announced in advance to members
Ellen is a big movie fan who doesn’t like to go to the movies solo, like so many of our members. She used to present movie previews on her local television talk show twice a year, inviting the managers of the theatre chains to discuss their upcoming films. A good movie is complete with a good dinner at a local restaurant.
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Tu5. Scrabble & Games Fee $18
Come and play Scrabble and other word games in a comfortable and social milieu. Lisa Grabell is an excellent player and will give advice as needed. Bring your own Scrabble set and any other word games you may enjoy playing.
Leader: Lisa Grabell 299-4014, [email protected]: 2:00– 4:00 pmDate: 2nd Tuesday, October through MayPlace: iHop at Grant and Rosemont
Lisa is a skilled and enthusiastic Scrabble player. This is an opportunity to enhance your skills, challenge your brain, and have fun. All word games are welcome. Lisa is looking forward to seeing you there.
Tu6 Desert Gardening Fee $18
This is a great opportunity to learn about desert gardening from master gardener Betsy Decker. There will be four one-hour sessions, allowing time for questions: 1) Introduction; 2) Preparing for a
colorful winter garden; 3) Springtime in the desert; and 4) Plants that attract birds and butterflies.
Leader: Betsy Decker 529-2599, [email protected]: 9:30–11:30 amDates: Tuesdays, 10/17, 11/14, 2/13, 3/20Place: TBD
Betsy is a lifelong gardener and former docent at the Tucson Botanical Gardens. She is currently a master gardener with the Agricultural Extension Center of the University of Arizona.
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Members Are Cordially Invited to Our
Fall Opening LuncheonMonday, October 16, 2017, 11:00 am
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Featuring Katherine Byrnes, Vocalist
Bring Your Friends and Neighbors$39 per person
The Hold-the-Date Announcement Is Inserted in This Guide
Tu7. Fabulous Flicks Fee $18
Join this popular movie discussion group for couples and singles. Each month, a different couple or single chooses a currently playing film or DVD and leads a group discussion over coffee and pastry. All members will have already viewed the announced film on their
own. This is a time for critical thinking as well as a fun social evening for movie lovers.
Leaders: TBDTime: 7:00 pm for coffee & dessert followed by discussionDate: 3rd Tuesday, October through AprilPlace: Initial meeting TBDLimit: 20 members
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WednesdaysW1. Contemporary Fiction Book Club Fee $18
If you are looking for great, award-winning reading and dynamic discussions of many titles of contemporary fiction, this is the group for you. We enjoy a delicious lunch during our discussions The October book is The Pearl That Broke Its Shell, by Nadia Hashim.
Leader: Ruth Friedman 749-1840, [email protected]: Noon for self-pay lunch and discussionDates: 1st Wednesday, October through SeptemberPlace: Hacienda del Sol, 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol
Ruth loves to read and discuss books. She has participated in book clubs in Cleveland (in English and French) and Tucson and has been enjoying this Study Group for the past eleven years, the last five years as the leader.
W2. Page Turners Fee $18
We will discuss extremely readable fiction, the kind that captures the imagination
and offers lively discussion. Each member is expected to lead a discussion. Please read Crooked Hearts by Lissa Evans for the October 11 meeting.
Leader: Sheila Rothenberg 232-9559, [email protected]: 10:00 am–noonDates: 2nd Wednesday, October through SeptemberPlace: Sheila’s house, 6351 N. Via Jaspeada
Sheila was an editor and then Editorial Director of the Junior Library Guild at Doubleday Books (now Random House) for 23 years.
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W3. Brandeis Men’s Book Club Fee $18
Join the Brandeis Men’s Book Club and read the best contemporary fiction and nonfiction titles. Each meeting will be a facilitated discussion of the book of the
month. Self-pay lunch at Hacienda del Sol is an option for those members who wish to dine and socialize before the meeting. The first book is Dark Money by Jane Mayer.
Leader: Ron Sivitz 615-4739, [email protected]: Noon–2:00 pm. Optional self-pay lunch.Dates: 2nd WednesdayPlace: Hacienda del Sol, 5501 N. Hacienda del SolLimit: 14 members
Ron is a graduate of the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He spent over 30 years in corporate management followed by eight years as Director of Corporate Education for Pace University, New York. This is his ninth year leading this book group.
W4 Judaic Art Fee $18This entertaining Study Group shares the story of Judaic artist Margery Langner. Members will view examples of beautiful fabric art, learn about the history of Judaic fiber arts, and hear amusing anecdotes of Margery’s almost 30 years of creating original Jewish art that can be
found all around the world.
Leader: Margery Langner [email protected]: 1:30–3:00 pmDate: Wednesday, February 14Place: Home of Susan Berger, 6549 E. Santa AureliaLimit: maximum 20 members
Margery is a fiber artist who specializes in Judaica, and has had the pleasure of doing this work since 1989, helping synagogues and families on five continents fulfill hiddur mitzvah, the beautification of ritual objects.
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W5. Sonoran Desert 101 $18
Beautiful scenery, great weather, and outdoor activities are incentives for living in and around Tucson’s Sonoran Desert. Yes, we live in a desert. The realization of desert living occurs when we enounter unwanted creatures on our patios or uninvited guests in our homes. Which creatures are harmful? Which are harmless? Which can we safely escort from our premises? When do we call for help? In this program, you will learn about the commonly seen creatures in our environment.
Leader: Marion Cimmino 529-6189, [email protected]: 9:00–11:00 amDate: 3rd Wednesday, January through AprilPlace: TBD
Marion is a retired New York City high school biology teacher and co-author of a biology text and Barron’s educational series. She is a 22-year docent at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and a docent at Tohono Chul Park.
W6. Mystery Book Club Fee $18
Are you a reader who chooses a “whodunit” for relaxation? If so, join this group of dedicated mystery aficionados. Before the discussions, you can join others for an optional self-pay lunch. Most books are available at the library or in paperback. The October selection is Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson.
Leaders: Soralé Fortman 747-3520, [email protected] Patrice Brown 612-251-4162, [email protected]: 11:30 am–1:30 pmDates: 3rd Wednesday, October through SeptemberPlace: Hacienda del Sol Library, 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol
Soralé, “Sorkey”, a retired high school reading specialist and English teacher, has served as president of the Tucson Area Reading Council. Sorkey is an avid reader and loyal member of the Mystery Book Club. Patrice is a retired high school Spanish & French teacher, who moved back to Tucson from Minnesota a few years ago and participates in many Brandeis Study Groups. She enjoys the lively discussions each month.
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MEMBERSHIP NEWS
Renew, reactivate, rejuvenate with your Brandeis membership. Keep the referrals of new friends, acquaintances, neighbors, and
even enemies to Brandeis coming.
Meet new friends.Learn about BNC event opportunities and goals.
Enjoy a great food experience.
For more information, contact Roni Bader-Tables, [email protected] or 305-898-5754, or
Pam Shaw, [email protected] or 617-593-8300.
W7. Let’s Meet for an Ethnic Lunch Fee $18
Join us as we explore some of the wonderful ethnic restaurants Tucson has to offer. We will sample many different cuisines and meet other BNC members for an enjoyable lunch. Lunch is paid for by the member.
Leader: Pam Shaw 617-593-8300, [email protected] Marilyn Sternstein 847-269-0280, [email protected]: Noon till the end of lunchDates: 4th Wednesday, October through MayPlace: We will contact members for the first lunch location.Limit: 16 members
Pam and Marilyn are eating their way around Tucson to find great restaurants for us to enjoy. Join them for this Study Group and get ready to eat your way around the world without ever leaving Tucson.
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ThursdaysTh1. Beginning/Intermediate Mah Jongg Fee $18
Come to review, refresh, learn, and enjoy mah jongg. For a friendly, fun, and welcoming experience, join our mah jongg workshop.
Leader: Fran Pakenham 638-7383, [email protected] Roz Stein 544-5583, [email protected] Time: 1:00–4:00 pmDate: 1st & 3rd Thursday, October through AprilPlace: Fran’s or Roz’s homeLimit: Maximum 10 members
Fran is an avid mah jongg player who has played for at least 30 years. Roz has played since she was a little girl!
Th 2. You Gotta Have Art Fee $18
Join us for a self-pay lunch and an afternoon of art. Experience a visit to an artist in her or his studio or home, a behind-the-scenes visit to a gallery or museum, or indulge in a hands-on art project. Observe and learn more about the fabrication of visual media. Discover what inspires
creativity and what’s behind the creation of a piece of art.
Leader: Davya Cohen 904-2960, [email protected] Nancy Apsell 229-8630, [email protected]: 1:00–3:00 pm. Optional self-pay lunch begins at 11:30 am at a restaurant near the artists’ venue.Dates: 2nd Thursday, October through AprilPlace: Provided by the leaders each monthLimit: Maximum 30 members
Davya is a self-taught, award-winning, colored-pencil artist who has taught drawing and colored-pencil art spanning the last 40 years. Nancy has the experience and background to introduce the group to a myriad of Tucson restaurants.
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Th3. Jewish Genealogy Fee $18
This will be a primer on Jewish Genealogy. We will learn how to create your
family history using a genealogy program and find resources available on multiple sites. We will give examples of creating a genealogy using a common genealogy program and researching various ways to try to find material on your ancestors or even unknown relatives.
Leader: Steve Seltzer 299-3788, [email protected]: 1:30–2:30 pmDate: 3rd Thursday, October through DecemberPlace: Home of Steve Seltzer, 5001 E. Calle GuebabiLimit: Maximum 10 members
Steve has been working on his family genealogy since 1978 and has extensive experience.
Th4. Freshman Book Fee $18
Claudia Rankine’s award-winning Citizen: An American Lyric is this year’s freshman book. Rankine tackles the challenge of making racism relevant through lyrical essays that force us to confront our own attitudes. Citizen must be read as both a poetic work and a political work, a meditation on activist struggles and
literary aesthetics. It was named best book of the year by NPR and garnered many awards.
Contact: Elaine Lisberg 529-0415, [email protected]: Jean Nerenberg Time: 1:30 pmDate: Thursday, January 18Place: TBD
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Community Service/Social Justice Marilyn Lobell, Community Service chair, reports we are supporting The Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse with hotel toiletries and personal care items; Youth on Their Own (YOTO) with teen hygiene products; Sister Jose Women’s Center with walking shoes and sweat clothes in good condition and women’s hygiene products; and Books from Mom with children’s books in good condition.Please bring these items to Study Groups, BNC events, and BNC meetings. Contact Marilyn Lobell, [email protected] or 615-0877, for more information.
Th5. Women in the Bible Fee $18
Trace the wisdom and beauty of Biblical women, including Chavah (Eve), Sarah, Rebeccah, Rachel, Leah, Miriam, Deborah, Ruth, Esther, Hannah, and Penina. We will learn lessons from the fathomless knowledge and intelligence of
these woman of the Hebrew Bible.
Leader: Lynn Cramer 717-443-6157, [email protected]: 10:00 am–11:30 amDates: 4th Thursday, October through AprilPlace: TBD
Lynn is a former middle school teacher and a teacher and programming chair for a yeshivah.
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We urge you to carefully examine this Study Group Guide to find an exciting selection of
activities to stimulate your interests. There are several new choices in addition to many of your favorites from the past. The subjects range from reading and discussion groups to games and the
fine arts.Introduce a friend or neighbor to the Brandeis experience.
We hope your BNC year is an enjoyable and interesting one.
Th6 Navajo Jewelry and Rugs Fee $18
With historian and Native American Art authority Jerry Freund, the group will learn about the origins of and touch and feel Navajo woven rugs and blankets. They will see how Native American jewelry was influenced by
early native design. A gallery tour of the beautiful newly expanded Medicine Man Gallery will begin the event.
Contact: Steve Seltzer 299-3788, [email protected] and Meg Sivitz 615-4739, [email protected]: Jerry FreundTime: 1:30–3:00 pmDate: Thursday, October 26Place: Medicine Man Gallery, 6872 E. Sunrise Dr. #130Limit: 30 members
Jerry is a former “medicine man” at TMC who has collected Native American Art since his teen years. He has driven on the Sante Fe Trail and even danced in Indian powwows in Pawnee, Oklahoma. Recently he toured Cuba and is planning a historical tour of Italy and the Pyrenees.
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Fridays
F1. Classical Music That Tells a Story Fee $18
This four-session course will consist of Harvey Wolfe’s presentation of Program Music and Absolute Music: “song without words” versus “words without song,” focusing on Berlioz’ Symphonie fantastique, Brahms’ Symphony #4, and others. Come and enjoy the music
and Harvey’s delightful commentaries.
Leader: Harvey Wolfe 299-3192, [email protected]: 10:00 am–noonDates: Fridays, February 2 through February 23Place: Villa Hermosa, SE corner Speedway & Wilmot
Harvey, a cellist and member of the famed Cleveland Orchestra for 37 years, has performed professionally for 60 years on five continents, and with every important conductor and soloist of his time. Seasonally retired to Tucson, he performs chamber music and recitals.
F2. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Fee $18
All adults should know how to perform CPR in the presence of an emergency. Although you will not be certified in CPR, you will be able to help and possibly save a life. Medical residents will be doing the training.
Contact: Terrie Sherman 290-1490, [email protected]: Erika YeeTime: 1:30–2:30 pmDate: Friday, October 20Place: Sarver Heart Center, Banner UMCLimit: Minimum 10 members, maximum 15 membersNote: There will be charge for parking.
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SaturdaysSa1. Single Women’s Circle Fee $18
Come and enjoy an evening of self-pay dinner, camaraderie, fun, and either mah jongg or bridge at Skyline Country Club.
Leader: Phyllis Fassler 320-5004, [email protected] B. J. Koppel 296-1215, [email protected]: 5:30–9:00 pmDates: 1st Saturday, October through SeptemberPlace: Skyline Country ClubLimit: 25 members
Phyllis and B.J. are active Brandeis members and look forward to you joining us.
What Study Group Would You Like to See?
Study Group course ideas come from our members.
You might be a facilitator, contact person, leader, or just the idea person.
If you have an idea for a Study Group, let Lynn Cramer ([email protected]) know.
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THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR FACILITATORS
Betty Jane “BJ” KoppelMargery LangnerElaine LisbergMarjorie McGlameryJean NerenbergFran PakenhamPatty PeckSheila RothenbergSteve SeltzerPam ShawTerrie ShermanMeg SivitzRon SivitzRoz SteinMarilyn SternsteinHarvey WolfeErika Yee
Our Study Group leaders and facilitators come to us with varied backgrounds in the worlds of art, business, education, literature, law, psychology, science, theatre, and more, with expertise and talent to share. They are the backbone of our BNC Study Group program. Many thanks for all of their time and effort.
Ellen AdelsteinNancy ApsellLois BodinPatrice BrownRabbi Yehuda CeitlinMarion CimminoDavya CohenLynn CramerBurt CuninCarol CuninBetsy DeckerEllie EigenPhyllis FasslerSoralé FortmanJerry FreundRuth FriedmanLisa GrabellSue Keller
Keep Your Mind as Sharp as a Pin
with Study Groups
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LOOKING AHEADTUCSON CHAPTER BNC
SCHEDULED EVENTS FOR 2017–2018Other events to be announced
September 2017Mon 11 Board Meeting
OctoberMon 2 Board MeetingThu–Mon, 5–9 Book SaleMon 16 Fall Opening Luncheon
NovemberMon 6 Board Meeting
DecemberMon 4 Board Meeting Sun 24 Holiday Event
January 2018Mon 8 (may be changed) Board MeetingMon 8 University on Wheels
FebruaryMon 5 Board Meeting
MarchMon 5 Board MeetingWed 7 Book & Author SoiréeThurs 8 Book & Author Luncheon
AprilMon 2 or 9 Board MeetingApril TBD Spring Luncheon and Installation
MayMon 7 Board/Planning Meeting
All Board Meetings are open to all members.EDF Fellows meet every second Monday from October through May.
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Buy From Amazon, Earn Money for Brandeis
• Go to www.tucsonbnc.org. • Fill out the Amazon search box on the left and click on the gold GO button.• Buy anything from Amazon.• The Tucson Chapter will benefit from all your Amazon purchases made this way.
BNC CampaignThe BNC fundraising campaign, the BNC Scholarship Campaign, started July 1, 2015. Linked with the university initiative, the Catalyst Fund, it seeks to raise $100 million™ to support student scholarships. The National BNC initiative seeks to raise over $1 million from our members to help ensure that a Brandeis education will be accessible and affordable to future generations of students. The campaign will firmly tie BNC to the goals of the university. The Tucson Chapter will be raising money for its endowed scholarship for a Tucson-area student at Brandeis University.
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REGISTER TODAY FOR YOURLIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM
We have a NEW registration procedure. This year, our courses will start in October, wherever possible. You may mail your registration form to the Registrar TODAY. The form should be received by Terrie Sherman by August 31, 2017. On September 5, 2017, we will begin finalizing our course attendee member lists. By September 11, 2017, all members will be notified by the group leader of their enrollment in courses.
To join a Study Group, you must be a paid-up member of BNC. Men and women are eligible. Paid-up members or guests may visit any one course once if the course has three or more sessions. THE FACILITATOR MUST BE CALLED TO SEE IF SPACE IS AVAILABLE. The membership and course fees must be paid to continue attending.
You must pay the specified $18 fee for each course as listed in this catalog. This pays for all sessions of ONE course.
Refunds are allowed PRIOR to the SECOND course meeting only or if the course is canceled or oversubscribed (contact Terrie Sherman).
For Study Groups that are oversubscribed, the course acceptance will be determined by random selection.
Groups will meet as indicated in the catalog, unless you have been notified otherwise.
For courtesy and course-planning purposes, enrollees MUST notify the leader if they are unable to attend a session. By your registration for a course, you are committing to regular attendance.
You must register by mail by using the form in this booklet or a copy of it.
The Study Group chairs reserve the right, based on enrollment, to add additional sections or cancel courses. You will be notified if this occurs.
If you are hesitant to register because of questions you have, contact the facilitator, who will get in touch with you.
If you make a reservation for a function that requires a fee, you will be responsible for that fee, whether or not you attend.
If you have suggestions for future groups, would like to share your ex-pertise, can volunteer your home, or have any questions about these courses, please contact:
LYNN CRAMER, [email protected] or 717-443-6157.
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STUDY GROUPS
To register, mail your check made out to BNC with this form. Use a separate form for each member. Please include phone number and e-mail address so we can notify you of any changes or cancellations. * means must be filled in.PLEASE PRINT IN BLOCK CAPITALS:
NAME* _________________________________________________________
LOCAL ADDRESS* _______________________________________________
CITY*______________________________________ZIP* _________________
E-MAIL* ________________________________________________________HOME CELLPHONE* ____________________________PHONE _____________________
OUT-OF-TOWNERS:ANTICIPATED ARRIVAL HERE ON* ________________________________
OUT-OF-STATE ADDRESS* ________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP* ________________________________________________
PHONE* ________________________________________________________
I want to enroll in the courses on the reverse side. Members pay PER PER-SON per course as listed.
____I have paid my Tucson BNC membership dues for the current year, July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018.____I have recently sent a New Member/Renewal Member Application Form (p. 39) for 2017-2018 to Betty Jane Koppel.____I am a Life Member.
Total Study Group Fees From Other Side $ ______
MAKE YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO BNC. The check and form should be mailed to:
Terrie Sherman The check cannot be 7580 E. Río Verde Dr. combined with any fees Tucson, AZ 85715 for membership or any other function
Your canceled check is your confirmation. We will not refund checks after the second meeting unless a course is canceled or oversubscribed.
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COURSE REGISTRATIONCircle the number of the course(s) for which you are registering. Fee Su1. Nostalgia Trip Through the Decades .................... $18Su2. Books & Bagels ................................................... $18M1. Intermediate Social Bridge ................................... $18 M3. Great Debates in Jewish History ..................$18+$34 book M3. The Art of Communication ..........................$18+$34 bookM4. Memories from Generation to Generation ........... $18M5. Moving On! ........................................................ $18M6. Art Talks ............................................................. $18M7. Sit ’n’ Stitch ......................................................... $18Tu1. History of Jewish Immigration to the U.S. ............ $18Tu2. Mindfulness ........................................................ $18Tu3. Foreign Film ........................................................ $18Tu4. Cinema for Singles ........................................$18 + tickets Tu5. Scrabble and Games ............................................ $18 Tu5. Desert Gardening ................................................ $18Tu7. Fabulous Flicks .................................................... $18W1. Contemporary Fiction Book Club ......................... $18 W2. Page Turners ....................................................... $18 W3. Brandeis Men’s Book Club ................................... $18 W4. Judaic Art ........................................................... $18 W5. Sonoran Desert 101 ............................................ $18W6. Mystery Book Club ............................................. $18W7. Let’s Meet for an Ethnic Lunch ............................ $18 Th1. Beginning/Intermediate Mah Jongg ..................... $18Th2. You Gotta Have Art ............................................ $18Th3. Jewish Genealogy ............................................... $18Th4. Freshman Book .................................................. $18Th5. Women in the Bible ............................................ $18Th6. Navajo Jewelry and Rugs .................................... $18F1. Classical Music That Tells a Story .......................... $18F2. Cardiopulonary Resuscitation (CPR) ..................... $18Sa1. Single Women’s Circle ............................................. $18
NAME .................................................... Total $_____
35#MAIL-IN COURSE REGISTRATION
STUDY GROUPS
To register, mail your check made out to BNC with this form. Use a separate form for each member. Please include phone number and e-mail address so we can notify you of any changes or cancellations. * means must be filled in.PLEASE PRINT IN BLOCK CAPITALS:
NAME* _________________________________________________________
LOCAL ADDRESS* _______________________________________________
CITY*______________________________________ZIP* _________________
E-MAIL* ________________________________________________________HOME CELLPHONE* ____________________________PHONE _____________________
OUT-OF-TOWNERS:ANTICIPATED ARRIVAL HERE ON* ________________________________
OUT-OF-STATE ADDRESS* ________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP* ________________________________________________
PHONE* ________________________________________________________
I want to enroll in the courses on the reverse side. Members pay PER PER-SON per course as listed.
____I have paid my Tucson BNC membership dues for the current year, July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018.____I have recently sent a New Member/Renewal Member Application Form (p. 39) for 2017-2018 to Betty Jane Koppel.____I am a Life Member.
Total Study Group Fees From Other Side $ ______
MAKE YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO BNC. The check and form should be mailed to:
Terrie Sherman The check cannot be 7580 E. Río Verde Dr. combined with any fees Tucson, AZ 85715 for membership or any other function
Your canceled check is your confirmation. We will not refund checks after the second meeting unless a course is canceled or oversubscribed.
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COURSE REGISTRATIONCircle the number of the course(s) for which you are registering. Fee Su1. Nostalgia Trip Through the Decades .................... $18Su2. Books & Bagels ................................................... $18M1. Intermediate Social Bridge ................................... $18 M3. Great Debates in Jewish History ..................$18+$34 book M3. The Art of Communication ..........................$18+$34 bookM4. Memories from Generation to Generation ........... $18M5. Moving On! ........................................................ $18M6. Art Talks ............................................................. $18M7. Sit ’n’ Stitch ......................................................... $18Tu1. History of Jewish Immigration to the U.S. ............ $18Tu2. Mindfulness ........................................................ $18Tu3. Foreign Film ........................................................ $18Tu4. Cinema for Singles ........................................$18 + tickets Tu5. Scrabble and Games ............................................ $18 Tu5. Desert Gardening ................................................ $18Tu7. Fabulous Flicks .................................................... $18W1. Contemporary Fiction Book Club ......................... $18 W2. Page Turners ....................................................... $18 W3. Brandeis Men’s Book Club ................................... $18 W4. Judaic Art ........................................................... $18 W5. Sonoran Desert 101 ............................................ $18W6. Mystery Book Club ............................................. $18W7. Let’s Meet for an Ethnic Lunch ............................ $18 Th1. Beginning/Intermediate Mah Jongg ..................... $18Th2. You Gotta Have Art ............................................ $18Th3. Jewish Genealogy ............................................... $18Th4. Freshman Book .................................................. $18Th5. Women in the Bible ............................................ $18Th6. Navajo Navajo Jewelry and Rugs ......................... $18F1. Classical Music That Tells a Story .......................... $18F2. Cardiopulonary Resuscitation (CPR) ..................... $18Sa1. Single Women’s Circle ............................................. $18
NAME .................................................... Total $_____
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BOOK SALES AND INTERNET BOOK SALESBooK DONATIONS ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE!
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MISSION STATEMENTThe Brandeis National Committee is dedicated to providing
philanthropic support to Brandeis University, a distinguished liberal arts and research university founded by the American Jewish community. Its membership is connected to the university through fund-raising and through activities that reflect the values on which the university was founded: academic excellence, social justice, nonsectarianism,
and service to the community.
Open Board MeetingsYour Tucson Chapter board meets regularly, usually on the first Monday of the month, the location to be announced in advance, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All men and women of the chapter are invited to attend these open meetings. We welcome your ideas and participation. Changes in date, time, or venue are listed in the bulletin.Planned dates for 2017–2018 are as follows: Monday, September 11 (because of Labor Day) Monday, October 2 Monday, November 6 Monday, December 4 Monday, January 8 Monday, February 5 Monday, March 5 Monday, April 2 Monday, May 7
For further information, contact BNC Corresponding Secretary Davya Cohen, [email protected], 904-2650.
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TUCSON CHAPTERBRANDEIS NATIONAL COMMITTEE
☐NEW MEMBER APPLICATION☐RENEWAL MEMBER APPLICATION
(Please Print)
Name ________________________________________________Spouse’s Name ________________________________________Address ______________________________________________City/State/Zip _________________________________________Phone & Cell Number __________________________________E-mail ________________________________________________Summer Address _______________________________________City/State/Zip _________________________________________Summer Phone Number ________________________________Dates at Summer Address _______________________________
Membership dues through June 30, 2018:$60 Annual Membership, $100 for couplesChecks should be made out to “BNC” and sent to:Betty Jane Koppel, 7531 East Calle Brisas, Tucson, AZ 85750.
Questions? Contact Roni Bader Tables, [email protected] or 305-898-5754, or Pam Shaw, [email protected] or 617-593-8300.
This check should not be combined with any fees for any other function or for Study Group sign-up.
Fill in both sides of this sheet.
Help Your Community, Chapter, and Brandeis University
Members should think about inviting a friend along to join in the festivities of our wonderful events. If every member brings a friend, what a great party we will have!
Look around you and see who out there would enjoy being with our Brandeis members at our lovely venues with scrumptious food and great speakers.
Reach out to those who have not yet discovered our fine and important cause and extend a welcome hand.
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Brandeis National CommitteeTucson Chapter Membership Form
Please check off your interests below and return with the membership form on the back of this page.
I am interested in becoming an active member of the Tucson Chapter of BNC. Please call on me to help in
the following area(s):
____ Other ___________________________________________
My Interests and hobbies are ___________________________
______________________________________________________
I am not able to be actively involved at this time __________
Name (print) ___________________________________________
Phone ___________E-mail ______________________________
Fill in both sides of this sheet.
____ Accounting ____ Ad Book Sales____ Book & Author____ Book Depot____ Book Packing/Shipping____ Book Pickup____ Book Sale____ Committee Chair____ Committee Worker____ Community Service____ Fund-raising____ Hanukkah Party
____ Hospitality____ Knitting Baby Caps____ Labeling Mailings____ Membership____ Online Book Sales____ Phone Committee____ Publications____ Publicity____ Programming____ Study Group Leader____ Ticket Sales____ University on Wheels
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Members Benefit Three WaysWe offer our members Study Groups, University on Wheels, Book & Author Events, the camaraderie of working at the Book Depot and Book Sales, and other special experiences.
Our members help our Tucson community with our Social Justice/Community Service and our endowed scholarship for a Tucson-area student at Brandeis University through our Book Sales.
Our members help the students and faculty at Brandeis University with our philanthropy—making Book Fund donations, attending Book & Author and other events, making direct donations, and endowing money to the University.
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Leave a lasting legacy.Join the Sachar Legacy Society!
By including us in your estate plan, you qualify for membership. Some benefits include:
Your planned gift will benefit many generations of Brandeis students.
You will receive special invitations to events on campus such as Commencement, the annual Sachar Legacy
Society luncheon, and regional activities.
You will receive the Brandeis Today & Tomorrow newsletter, with information about investments, tax and
estate planning, and donor profiles.
You will be presented with a Sachar Legacy Society certificate.
Contact Institutional Advancement today!
To learn how you can create a meaningful legacy that doesn’t cost you anything in your lifetime, call us at
1-800-333-1948, ext. 64507, or visit:
www.giving.brandeis.giftplans.org/Join
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JEWISH HOLIDAYS5777–5778
2017
Rosh Hashanah September 21 & 22Kol Nidre September 29Yom Kippur September 30First Two Days Sukkot October 5 & 6Shemini Atzeret October 12Simchat Torah October 13Hanukkah December 13–20
2018
Tu B’Shevat January 31Purim March 1First Two Days Passover March 31 & April 1Last Two Days Passover April 6 & 7Yom HaShoah April 12Yom HaZikaron April 18Yom HaAtzma’ut April 19Lag B’Omer May 3Yom Yerushalayim May 13Shavuot May 20 & 21Tisha B’Av July 22Rosh Hashanah September 10 & 11Kol Nidre September 18Yom Kippur September 19First Two Days Sukkot September 24 & 25Shemini Atzeret October 1Simchat Torah October 2Hanukkah December 3–10
(Except for Kol Nidre, Jewish holidays start the evening before the date listed.)
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