Yesodei HaTorah 5 week Halacha Series Become familiar with basic principles in Halacha:: [June 15] - Cholov Yisroel- Is it really a chumra?:: [June 22] - How can you ask a Gentile for help on Shabbos?:: [June 29] - Can you feed someone who will not make a brocha?:: [July 6] - Are you allowed to open a refrigerator on Shabbos?:: [July 14] - Maaser- What income is accountable, and what isnt? Sundays 8:00- 9:00 pm. Place: Yesodei HaTorah. For information or to register Call the Yesodei HaTorah office (410-764-0510) :: Download flyer from www.yesodeihatorah.org (posted 6/2; updated 6/3) Send to a friend

1 photoBeth Israel Singles (Owings Mills) Ride the Duck with the Beth Israel Singles We'll be meeting at the Light Street Pavilion to catch the Duck for a tour of the Inner Harbor and other historical places on the Baltimore Duck. Well meet at 1:30 for our 2 p.m. ride. Cost for the tour is $25. Your reservation and check must be received by June 11. $30 at the door. Please mail your check, payable to Beth Israel, to: Scott Hample, 2 Bonnie Ridge Court, Apt T-1, Baltimore 21209 410-486-2196 Your seat is guarantee upon the receipt of your check. Deadline is June 11. (posted 6/7) Send to a friend

Torah Family Enrichment Retreat at Pearlstone Retreat & Convention Center (Baltimore, MD). Presented by Yeshiva Orchos Chaim and The Chesed Fund. Join families from Baltimore, Silver Spring, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and more for a sensational, uplifting Shabbaton. So much to gain for all types of families. Geared toward newlyweds looking to strengthen the marriage bonds, couples married 25+ years, and every shade in between. Programs on both large and small scales, gender-specific shiurim, programs for couples, Q & A sessions, a family dynamic workshop and discussions (among others). Visit www.torahfamilyretreat.com for more information. See you there! (posted 6/27; updated 6/29) Send to a friend

Fri, Jul 4: July 4th Singles Shabbaton Sharon Ganz & Friends Join Singles from Washington, Baltimore, Silver Spring, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, & Canada to name a few... July 4 - 6, 2008 At: The Silver Spring Jewish Center For singles 25 - 37 & Ages 38+ To include: 3 Shabbat meals, Oneg, Singles mixers & Group Discussions (dining room to be set up by age catagories) Sat. eve party & Sun. Brunch. Early fee: $159 (til 6/26) Call - Sharon (646) 529-8748 Mazel tov on the marriage of Couple #60 (posted 6/2) Send to a friend

Fri, Jul 4: July 4th Singles Shabbaton Sharon Ganz & Friends Join Singles from Baltimore, Silver Spring, Washington, New York, New Jersey, Canada & Pennsylvania to name a few... July 4th Singles Shabbaton (July 4 - 6, 2008) At: The Silver Spring Jewish Center For Singles 25 - 37 & Ages 38+ To include: 3 Shabbat meals, Oneg Shabbat, Singles Mixers & Group Discussions, Sat. Eve party & Sunday Breakfast Early fee: $159 Call Sharon (646) 529-8748 Mazel tov on the Marriage #60 (posted 6/7) Send to a friend

Sun, Jul 6: Healthcare Opinion Leader Forum On June 6, AARP in Maryland will host a panel and conversation on the issues surrounding the accessibility and affordability of quality health care for Marylanders and all Americans. We will hear diverse perspectives from panelists including health care advocates, elected officials, academics, and other experts. We also hope to hear your questions and concerns on these compelling issues. This Opinion Leader Forum will begin to explore different possible solutions to Americas health care crisis and the trade-offs and benefits associated with them. Some of the panelist include : Vinny DeMarco, Secretary Gloria Lawlah and Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith. When: Friday, June 6, 10:30 a.m. to Noon Where: The Conference Center at Sheppard Pratt 6501 N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21285 A light breakfast will be provided. Please RSVP by, June 4, at 1-877-926-8300. (posted 6/2) Send to a friend

Sun, Jul 6: An Inspirational Talk on Aliyah Baltimore Chug Aliyah & The Israel Aliyah and Programs Center Present A Talk by Yishai and Malkah Fleisher of Israel National Radio: "Aliyah to Israel: A Modern Haven or Mandated from Heaven?" Free and Open To The Public. Sunday, July 6, 2008. 7:30 PM. Moses Montefiore Anshe Emunah (Liberty Jewish Center). To RSVP or for more information, contact Rivkah Lambert Adler at rivka... or call 410 653-9456. (posted 6/4) Send to a friend

1 photoSun, Jul 13: Jewish Theatre Workshop Presents "Wit" by Margaret Edson Before being diagnosed with stage four metastatic ovarian cancer, Vivian Bearing Ph.D., rigorously studies mortality in the sonnets of John Donne. Heroically, she will apply the same standards of rigorous scholarship to the question, "How are you feeling today?", while undergoing an aggressive experimental chemotherapy treatment. Two Performances Only! Sunday July 13th - 3pm Tuesday July 15th - 7pm Morstein Performa 3506 Gwynnbrook Avenue Owings Mills, MD Tickets $10 General Admission, available at the JCC cashier's desk and at the door as available. For ticket information and details, please email cont.... (posted 6/15) Send to a friend

Mon, Jul 14: Spirituality of Women Aliza Bulow, National Coordinator of Ner LeElef Women's Program, will be speaking at Etz Chaim on Monday, July 14th at 7:30 p.m. as the introductory speaker in the Spirituality of Women series. A convert to Judaism, Mrs. Bulow is able to draw from her vast personal experience and extensive research to connect to diverse audiences to make esoteric concepts contemporary and relevant. Etz Chaim Center is located at 3702 Fords Lane, Baltimore, MD 21215. For more information, call 410-764-1553 x 205 or email i... $10 per person. For women only. (posted 6/23) Send to a friend

1 photoTue, Jul 15: Rabbi Katz Lecture Series: Slippery Slope: Chanuka to Tisha B'Av Rabbi Dovid Katz will be delivering a Three Weeks Lecture Series in Jewish History. Lectures held on Tuesdays July 15, July 22, July 29, and August 4. All lectures will be held at 8:00pm at Beth Abraham Congregation. 6208 Wallis Avenue. The cost is $10 per lecture or $30 for the series. See attached flyer for more information. (posted 6/29) Send to a friend

Tue, Jul 15: Kabbalistic Secrets of Jewish Intimacy On Tuesday evening, July 15th, Aliza Bulow will be speaking on this important topic. With her unique style of forthrightness and clarity, Mrs. Bulow will share with her audience her personal understanding of what Jewish Spirituality teaches us about intimacy. Etz Chaim Center is located at 3702 Fords Lane, Baltimore, MD 21215. For more information, call 410-764-1553 x 205 or email i... For women only. (posted 6/23) Send to a friend

Tue, Jul 15: CHAI Homebuyer Workshop The next CHAI Homebuyer Workshop will be held on Tuesday, July 15th from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Park Heights JCC. All potential homebuyers are encouraged to attend to learn about the home buying process and all the grant and loan opportuntities that are available. A $5 fee is charged. Please call to pre-register: 410 466-1990 (posted 7/2) Send to a friend

Mon, Jul 28: The Distinction Between Judaism & Other World Religions Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld will be offering two classes discussing the relationship between Judaism and Buddhism at Etz Chaim Center. On July 28 at 7:45 p.m., he will be discussing the Jewish impact on the development of Eastern religions. The picture that emerges is a deeper and broader understanding of Jewish belief, practice and history. On August 4 at 7:45 p.m., he will address the reasons why Buddhism has become the religion of choice for so many Jews looking outside Judaism. How Jewish is it? Etz Chaim Center is located at 3702 Fords Lane, Baltimore, MD 21215. For more information, call 410- 764-1553 x 205 or email: i... $10 per person. (posted 7/2) Send to a friend

Tue, Jul 29: June 29-30 Wigs by You- shaitel course Wigs by You of Lakewood is coming to Baltimore! Save Time and Money!Learn how to wash and set your shaitel and be confident it was done right. Learn blowdrying, curling iron, pin curls and more! A one time 4 hr. Session. Limited space, Register Now as classes fill up fast! Price is $159 it includes a starter kit containing a styrofoam head,round brush, clamp, pins, clips,comb and all you need to get started. June 29 -7:00-11:00 p.m. and June 30- 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For more info. call Rochel Leah at 1866-wigsbyu(944-7298) (posted 6/4) Send to a friend