Sisterhood

Join Sisterhood and Connect with the Women of B’nai Tikvah!

We invite you to become involved with our intergenerational group of warm, caring, and enthusiastic B’nai Tikvah women. Our inclusive community shares Jewish life through a broad spectrum of offerings, from engaging social and educational programs to social action projects, leadership opportunities, a special Sisterhood Shabbat, and family Shabbat dinners. Please join our dynamic and welcoming community of women!

Funds raised from Sisterhood programs and dues are utilized to support our programming, the women and families of our congregation, and the Women’s League of Conservative Judaism. In the recent past, our funds have bought uniforms for USY sports teams, supplies for the kitchen, and wall artwork and card tables for the synagogue.

Voluntary dues are $36 per year. Pay your dues here.  Additional donations are welcomed!

Sisterhood Board
Lauren Klayman and Amy Charlson, Co-presidents
Selma Brown, Nancy Goldstein, Val Hakimi, Jackie Kravitz, Sally Lipson, and Laura Schaffer, Sisterhood Board

Sisterhood Programs

Sisterhood Shabbat – Annually, Sisterhood and the women of B’nai Tikvah host, plan, and fully participate in Shabbat morning services. We feature an excellent speaker and sponsor a delicious Kiddush lunch. This is a wonderful Shabbat celebration for all who attend.

Educational Programming– Join us as we delve into the significance of Judaism in our lives, learn from knowledgeable speakers, and discuss our experiences as Jewish women. Whether studying thoughtful topics Judaic or secular, learning with other women is a long-standing Jewish tradition. Please join us for a variety of creative educational programs in 5785, including unique, communal Rosh Chodesh learning experiences.

Sisterhood Book Club -The Sisterhood Gift Shop offers a broad array of unique and beautiful Judaic items, hostess gifts, jewelry, and children’s items including Judaic and holiday toys. Our pricing is competitive, and we are happy to special order any item you see offered by another vendor. We also sell tribute and donation cards to mark life cycle events. Sisterhood members receive a 10% discount! Call the Synagogue office or Val Hakimi (847-373-3400 or giftshop@bnaitikvah.net) for an appointment.

Social Events – Several times a year, Sisterhood hosts programs that encourage the women of our community to meet with both old and new friends. Invigorating and fun, past events have included art and culinary workshops, author talks, game night and card game lessons, improv and musical performances, and mindful sound and movement experiences. Join us, and share your ideas—we’re always open to suggestions!

Sisterhood Gift Shop – The Sisterhood Gift Shop offers a broad array of unique and beautiful Judaic items, hostess gifts, jewelry, and children’s items including Judaic and holiday toys. Our pricing is competitive, and we are happy to special order any item you see offered by another vendor. We also sell tribute and donation cards to mark life cycle events. Sisterhood members receive a 10% discount! Call the Synagogue office or Lauren Klayman (773-251-1231) for an appointment.

Torah Fund Greeting Cards – The Sisterhood Book Club meets on the third Wednesday evening of each month at the synagogue and on Zoom. The discussion is facilitated by our own Judy Levin. This is a chance to meet new people and engage in lively discussion. Contact Debbie Nathan for more information. Email Laurie Lebowitz to learn more.

Contact co-presidents Amy Charlson or Lauren Klayman to learn more about B’nai Tikvah Sisterhood and to get involved!