Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, is the largest Zionist organization in the world. Founded in 1912, Hadassah retains the passion and timeless values of its founder, Henrietta Szold, Jewish scholar and activist, who was dedicated to Judaism, Zionism and the American ideal.

Committed to the centrality of Israel based on the renaissance of the Jewish people in its historic homeland, Hadassah promotes the unity of the Jewish women worldwide. In Israel, Hadassah initiates and supports pace-setting health care, education and youth institutions, and land development to meet the country's changing needs.

In the United States, Hadassah enhances the quality of American and Jewish life through its education and Zionist youth programs, health awareness, and personal enrichment and growth for its members.

The Esther Krinitz group, named in memory of Holocaust survivor and Frederick retailer and artist, meets monthly for educational and social events. As part of the Greater Washington Chapter of Hadassah, we offer many outstanding opportunities to enrich the lives of the members. For information about joining this dynamic, multigenerational group, contact Susan Dwyer, membership vice president, at (301) 662-2628, or contact the Esther Krinitz group by e-mail.

Read Tapestry, the Esther Krinitz group newsletter.

Upcoming Events

• Bread and Salad Galore: Wednesday, Feb. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Sylvia Haber's house
  
• Appraising Your Valuables: Sunday, March 18 at 10:30 a.m.
  
• Installation: Thursday, May 10 at 7 p.m.
  
• Cocktails and Hors D'oeuvres: Saturday, May 19; joint program with NCJW

Training Wheels

Parents, grandparents and children ages 3-6 are welcome to join us to experience and explore traditions, customs and food associated with Shabbat and Jewish holidays in a hands-on, pressure-free and fun environment. Each session, led by Sharon Nicholas, will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month (except April) at Beth Sholom. This program is co-sponored by Beth Sholom.

Register by calling Marcia Newfeld in the Beth Sholom office at (301) 663-3437 or fill out and return the registration form to the Beth Sholom office.

2011
Sept. 11: Rosh HaShanah
Oct. 9: Sukkot
Nov. 13: Shabbat
Dec. 11: Chanukah

2012
Jan. 8: TBD
Feb. 12: Tu B'Shevat
March 11: Purim
April 15: Passover
May 13: Israel Independence Day

Fund-raisers

• Greeting and note cards: Now available from the Greater Washington Chapter of Hadassah. The Esther Krinitz Group receives 50 percent of the proceeds. Contact Karen Ashwal to place an order. View the greeting cards.