Auxiliaries
Sisterhood At B’nai Shalom of Olney, Sisterhood is a place where women bond, share friendships and develop an even deeper understanding of what it means to be a Jewish woman. Sisterhood sponsors speakers and programs throughout the year on topics including Jewish family education and living, and health. Social events include a paid-up membership dinner, goods and services auction, Shabbat dinners and a New Year’s Eve party. On Shabbat, Sisterhood sets up for the Onegs and Kiddushim and also provides catering services for these special events. Contact President Leslie Rothfeld, 301-924-4954, OM1LJR@aol.com for more information. Men’s Club As an auxiliary organization of B’nai Shalom of Olney, the Men’s Club helps to maintain and encourage the growth of the synagogue and to further religious, cultural, educational and social interests of its membership and the Jewish community at large. Members contribute their time and service to the synagogue in a variety of ways. In addition to sponsoring speaker brunches, providing ushers for services, and holding monthly meetings, teams of volunteers turn out to help with building painting and repairs. The group’s softball team is a great bonding activity. Men’s Club’s other social activities have included Chanukah Family Day, Father’s Day picnic and Sunday morning breakfasts. Contact President, Larry Parizer 301-570-3475, larry.parizer@bcbsa.com for more information. |