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Turn the Page 2012: Women of Character

March 14, 2012 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

We invite you to join Women's Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, and women of all ages and backgrounds, as we embark on a meaningful evening of Jewish learning at Turn the Page 2012: Women of Character: A Celebration of Resilience and Renewal. Each participant is invited to enjoy an exceptional keynote speaker and participate in two, forty-five minute learning sessions of her choice led by a variety of local female educators.

Sessions and speakers info coming soon.

Chair: Elizabeth Siegel

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Appeals Court Upholds Haq Conviction

Posted on Tuesday Jan 31, 2012 8:45 AM

As reported by Publicola, an appeals court has upheld the conviction of Jewish Federation gunman Naveed Haq, who claimed his civil rights were violated during his trial.

On July 27, 2006, Haq walked into the Jewish Federation offices in Belltown with two pistols in a laptop bag, and demanded to see the center's manager.

The Power of Passion Inspires Connections Attendees

Posted on Tuesday Jan 31, 2012 8:26 AM

The 450 Connections attendees at the event on January 29 were inspired to live their own lives with passion as they came together to support our Jewish community. This annual event is about connecting with friends, family, and community. We live in a thriving Jewish community, and each of us has the ability to make a significant impact today and for the future. 

Cocoa and Cupcakes with PJ Library and SJCC

February 4, 2012 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Come celebrate the end of Shabbat with cupcakes and cocoa. Decorate your own cupcakes, drink hot coca and work on creating a "Shabbat Shalom" mural that will hang each week at the JCC. PJ Library® will lead storytime and ECS Music Specialist Joe Johnson will lead songs and a short Havdallah service.

The event is free but we are asking for donations of food for the Jewish Family Service Food Bank. Suggested ages: Families with children up to 5th grade. No registration necessary.

Dr. Michael Spektor named President of Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity

Posted on Friday Jan 27, 2012 9:04 AM

Congratulations to Past Board Chair Dr. Michael Spektor who was just named President Elect of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, the oldest international dental organization in the world.

Founded in 1907, ΑΩ is committed to social justice, philanthropy and upholding Jewish values across the globe. Among its many achievements, ΑΩ is responsible for having helped to form Israel's two major dental schools. The Jewish Federation shares many of the values of ΑΩ, as Dr. Spektor noted in his acceptance speech:

Countdown to Connections 2012 -- The Power of Passion Featuring Iris Krasnow: 30 Women Who Changed Our World

Posted on Thursday Jan 26, 2012 7:27 PM

Women have the power to change our world. Our 'Countdown to Connections' highlights 30 women whose passion has made our world a better place.

3.  Estee Lauder

"Measure your success in dollars, not degrees."

Estée Lauder's name is synonymous with beauty and healthy skin. An astute businesswoman, she made a fortune manufacturing, marketing and distributing cosmetics to women around the world under several trade names, then used the power of her position and fortune to support causes that were important to her.