Jewish Federation of Tulsa

Fred Strauss Celebration

admin — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:48:53 +0000

Please join us as we celebrate
Fred Strauss
for his service to our community

7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Charles Schusterman JCC

Fred will present his program “Cries for Help” featuring images from his museum collection

Dessert reception to follow featuring homemade specialties by community members

Please RSVP by June 24 to
918.495.1100 / federation@jewishtulsa.org

Sponsored by:
Congregation B’nai Emunah • Council for Holocaust Education •
Jewish Federation of Tulsa • The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art • Temple Israel

First Crop from Community Garden Delivered

admin — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 22:13:19 +0000

Thanks to our help from community partner A New Leaf, we were able to deliver our first crop of lettuce, turnips and chard to our other partner Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma

FIG Cafe & Bakery

admin — Thu, 30 May 2013 22:15:51 +0000

The Jewish Federation of Tulsa announces the opening of FIG, cafe and bakery named in homage to Theodor Herzl’s famous quote depicting the future Jewish homeland: “We are a commonwealth. In form it is new, but in purpose very ancient. Our aim is mentioned in the First book of Kings: “Judah and Israel shall dwell securely, each man under his own vine and fig tree, from Dan to Beersheba.”

The FIG: Cafe and Bakery features a fresh selection of soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts prepared daily by Le Cordon Bleu trained, Chef Dan Kachel. “We wanted to create a place that is a warm and welcoming community gathering spot offering, the lunch crowd, options that are innovative while still classic.” says Drew Diamond, Executive Director of the Jewish Federation. The neighborhood has been in need of lunch offerings beyond the fast food/fast casual options currently available.

Fashioned after a street cafe, The Fig cafe and bakery is located on the Zarrow Campus in the lobby of the Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center at 2021 East 71st Street (between Lewis and Riverside Drive). The cafe is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m until 2 p.m. Take-out service is available.

Hava Nagila: The Movie @ Circle Cinema

admin — Thu, 30 May 2013 19:36:12 +0000

HAVA NAGILA: THE MOVIE @ CIRCLE CINEMA – 12 S. LEWIS

JUNE 16, SUNDAY
NOON

The Jewish Federation of Tulsa in cooperation with Circle Cinema presents “Hava Nagila”: The Movie. It is instantly recognizable – musical shorthand for anything Jewish, a happy party tune that you dance to at weddings, bar mitzvahs and even at Major League Baseball games. It conjures up wistful smiles, memories of generations past…and no shortage of eye rolling. But as audiences will discover in Hava Nagila: The Movie, the song is much more than a tale of Jewish kitsch and bad bar mitzvah fashions. It carries with it an entire constellation of history, value and hopes for the future. In its own believe-it-or-not way, Hava Nagila encapsulates the Jewish journey over the past 150 years. It also reveals the power of one song to express and sustain identity, to transmit lessons across generations and to bridge cultural divides and connect us all on a universal level.

Tickets can be pre-ordered online or purchase them at the box office the day of the show. $7 Adults, $6 Circle Cinema Members.

Watch the trailer:

Oklahoma Tornado Disaster Relief

admin — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:10:09 +0000

In response to the devastation produced by the tornadoes which hit Shawnee and Moore the Jewish Federation of Tulsa has set up a relief fund. As our thoughts and prayers turn to those who lives have been torn apart by the storms we can provide aid and comfort by supporting the relief efforts through financial contributions. 100% of the donations we receive will go to assist Moore and Shawnee in the recovery, rebuilding and restoration of their communities. Thank you for caring.

Please click here to visit our donations page, then go to “Programs and Events Payments” to visit a secure payment site and type “Tornado Disaster Relief” in the program description box.

Yom Hatzmaut 2013

admin — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:38:58 +0000

Yom Ha’atmaut Celebration!

Israel celebrates 65 years as an Independent Nation! and we are ready to Jam!
Join us at the Charles Schusterman JCC for an incredible afternoon of entertainment by The Tiberias Band. These four musicians, from the Federation’s Partnership region which is in the northern part of Israel, bring us a unique sound! Blending Hebrew and English, makes the Tiberias Band music accessible and enjoyable for all!
Dessert reception to follow! $6 per person. Kids under 13 are FREE!
RSVP to 918.495.1100 or federation@jewishtulsa.org by April 24.

2013 Interfaith Holocaust Commemoration: The Kindertransports

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Trivia Night 2013

admin — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:35:06 +0000

Who will take home bragging rights this year?

Must be 21 years to attend! Silent auction! Wine pull! Call or email the Federation at 918.495.1100 or federation@jewishtulsa.org to reserve your table! We have a limited number of tables available so call today!

Proceeds from the evening will benefit the Dave Sylvan Camp Scholarship fund, Mizel Jewish Community Day School and CSJCC programming.

CSJCC Cinema series to show Sixty-six

admin — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:48:14 +0000

CSJCC Cinema Series presents SIXTY SIX
DECEMBER 15, SATURDAY
7:00 PM
12 year old Bernie is ignored by his own family. His obsessive compulsive father Manny is concerned about the giant supermarket opening opposite his grocery shop, and his mother Esther, is too busy worrying about Manny and Alvie, Bernie’s mischievous older brothers. With his upcoming Bar Mitzvah, however, Bernie believes he can finally gain the attention he deserves. He begins to plan the perfect ceremony and reception, where everyone assembled will acknowledge his new status as a man. Unfortunately for Bernie, things do not quite go according to plan. It’s the summer of ’66 and the country’s soccer team makes it to the World Cup Final – set for the very same day. With England caught up in the games. Bernie is in danger of being overlooked again on his big day. Based on the real life experience of the director, Sixty Six is a charming comedy with heart-warming qualities reminiscent of Billy Elliott and Love Actually. Cost for the program is $5.00/Members, $7.00/Not yet Members. Please RSVP to 918-495-1100 by Dec. 13.

Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund

admin — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:30:48 +0000

When crisis takes place, the human instinct is to instantly respond – to call, to extend a hand, to write a check. Suffering opens the heart and accesses the compassionate part of each of us. And some of you have already called to ask how you can make a difference. For those who want to help, Federation of Tulsa has opened the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund. Funds raised will be used to provide support to agencies and communities that have been impacted by the devastation. To help those affected by Hurricane Sandy, click here