Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 6 of Nisan, 5786
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Programming with Panache: Deadline is Tomorrow!
LOOKING FOR FRESH PROGRAM IDEAS?
The WLCJ Kehilah and Education Committee is preparing the third edition of our program guidebook, updating our collection of creative, meaningful programming for Regions and Sisterhood Affiliates.
We need your help! Submissions are open to EVERYONE (not just officers) and may include successful programs you have presented or attended, or that you plan to present. Share your ideas and help inspire others!
For reference, you can view past editions here: Volume I | Volume II
Use the online form to submit program ideas or send any questions to Fran Hildebrandt at fhildebrandt@wlcj.org or 248-318-8301.
WL Reads
THE MANY MOTHERS OF IVY PUDDINGSTONE
Sun | Apr 12 | 1:00 pm ET | Online
How much would you sacrifice for a better world? Bestselling author Randy Susan Meyers joins WL Reads to discuss her 2024 novel, The Many Mothers of Ivy Puddingstone, exploring urgent questions of altruism and social justice. Drawing on her Brooklyn roots, Meyers illuminates the complex intersection of family dynamics and cultural politics.
All That Jazz and More: Session Three
NOT YOUR PARENTS' KIND OF MUSICALS—ROCK AND CONTEMPORARY MUSICALS
Mon | Apr 13 | 3:00 pm ET | Online
The 1970s changed the silver screen forever. Join us for a deep dive into the Jewish creators who redefined Hollywood. Using film clips and a presentation, we’ll explore the Jewish connections behind iconic hits like Saturday Night Fever, Hair, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Stay after the presentation for an engaging Q&A about the films that broke the mold.
WL Sustainability
OUR PLANET: PROTECT, SAVE–KEEP IT BEAUTIFUL!
Wed | Apr 22 | 7:00 pm ET | Online
Celebrate Earth Day with a solutions-focused look at climate change. Join Nobel Peace Prize nominee Yosef Abramowitz and Jewish Farmer Network director Shani Mink (with more speakers to come!) for a deep dive into the innovative world of solar energy and sustainable agriculture. This panel explores the factual insights and cutting-edge solutions being developed by researchers and entrepreneurs to protect our environment. Building on our previous climate discussions, this session focuses on actionable outcomes and how you can contribute to a greener future.
Let's Talk
NEXT-GEN WOMEN LEADERS: IN CONVERSATION WITH CAMERON FIELDS
Wed | Apr 29 | 8:00 pm ET | Online
What does the future of Jewish leadership look like? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cameron Fields, a dynamic emerging leader, public health advocate, future medical student, and WLCJ Individual Member. From the front lines as an EMT to the heart of campus life at Hopkins Hillel, Cameron will share her journey and reflections on the unique challenges and bold opportunities facing the next generation of women leading with purpose.
Register for Convention 2026 Today
WLCJ SHABBATON & CONVENTION 2026
Friday–Wednesday, July 10–15, 2026
Registration is Now Open! Take advantage of our Early Bird discount available through April 30, 2026 and secure your spot today.
Hotel room rates are guaranteed through June 7, 2026, so be sure to make your reservations early.
Click here to register and learn more. We look forward to seeing you there!
Help Us Keep Our UN NGO Status!
WLCJ needs your help to renew our UN credentials! If your Sisterhood Affiliate hosted programs between 2022–2025 addressing UN goals (like ending poverty, promoting peace, reducing inequality, etc.), we need to include them in our application. Please use the link below to submit a brief summary and a copy of your event flyer.
Support Schechter & Elevate Your Seder: Special Discount on Beautiful Haggadot
Enhance your Passover table and support the Schechter Institutes in Jerusalem! Schechter is offering a special holiday discount on two beautifully illuminated Haggadot.
Choose between the fascinating, history-rich Schechter Haggadah (featuring 115 classic illustrations and deep commentary) or the vibrant, family-friendly Lovell Haggadah (featuring 27 original illuminations and an egalitarian translation). All profits go directly to the Schechter Institutes.
Torah Fund
Click the image to read the latest Chadashot.
Click the image to read Torah Fund’s message about the Creating New Spaces campaign!
Region/Sisterhood Affiliate Events
Does your Region/Sisterhood Affiliate have any upcoming programs that are virtual or hybrid? If so, please send the details to info@wlcj.org so we can include them in a future edition of WL Week.
Makom B'Yachad
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday | Online
12 noon ET, 9am PT, 10am MT, and 11am CT
A virtual service for our WLCJ Sisters to recite Mishaberach (the Prayer for Healing) and Psalms, and study Kaddish.
Please note: there will be no formal teaching on April 1 and April 7, and no Makom B'Yachad on April 3 and April 8.
Zoom link can be found in WL Week. Please email info@wlcj.org if you are not in our mailing list.
Weekly Words of Torah
Parashat Tzav
Why does the Torah ask for the exact same sacrifice from someone overflowing with gratitude and someone reaching out from despair? Rabbi Margie Cella explores the mystery of the zevach shelamim, "the peace offering," in Parashat Tzav, challenging our understanding of what it means to be "whole."
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