Overview
Message from the
Region President
Welcome to Hadassah Southern California! I am proud to represent an organization that gives women the opportunity to make a difference in the world. Because of Hadassah, lives are saved every day. We inspire passion and empower women to use their voices to be policy changemakers on our priorities that include health issues important to women and children, building a strong US-Israel relationship and fighting antisemitism.
Calendar of Events
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Hevra Game Day
Southern California
Northern ARC|Hevra
Oct 9, 2025
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Oct 9, 2025
Bring your own group or register as a single and we will do our best to match you with your preferred game. Game Day will occur at three separate locations - choose one when you register. Choose your favorite game: ask if you don't see your choice
Dinner in the Sukkah
Southern California
Northern ARC|Emek Hailanot
Oct 9, 2025
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Oct 9, 2025
Please join the ladies of Emek Ha Ilanot for a catered Sukkah meal at a member's home in Westlake Village! We will also have a wonderful opportunity to hear from Rabbi Julie Rosenson, who will be our guest speaker!
Ladies Who Lulav
Southern California
Northern ARC|B'yachad
Oct 13, 2025
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Oct 13, 2025
Celebrate Sukkot and enjoy desserts under the stars. And in commemoration of the bounty of the Holy Land, we hold and shake four species of plants consisting of palm, myrtle, and lulav together with etrog. We will also welcome special guest speakers.
Not Just Another Book Club
Southern California
Desert/East ARC
Oct 16, 2025
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Oct 16, 2025
Join us for a lively gathering where two unforgettable novels spark conversation, challenge assumptions, and maybe even shift perspectives. Come curious. Leave inspired. Book talk led by Kathy Levy.
Fall into Fashion! Rise up for Hadassah!
Southern California
Northern ARC|K'helah Shel Nashim
Oct 19, 2025
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Oct 19, 2025
KSN’s Fall into Fashion! Rise Up for Hadassah! Event. This fundraising event will feature members modeling fashion from Sassy Chic. Attendees will enjoy a delicious lunch provided by Alligator Pear.
Hats Off to Hadassah
Southern California
San Diego ARC
Oct 19, 2025
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Oct 19, 2025
Experience an inspiring afternoon with exclusive insights from guest speaker Galia Amram, Lawyer and Jewish Nonprofit Leader, recognized as one of Hadassah's 2025 "18 American Zionist Women You Should Know."
B'yachad's Bash for the "Boo"bies
Southern California
Northern ARC|B'yachad
Oct 26, 2025
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Oct 26, 2025
Join us for B'yachad's Annual Breast Cancer Event, Bash for the "Boo"bies. All proceeds will go to Hadassah Medical Organization. Dress in pink, wear costumes, or just show up and support this incredible organization.
Pottery Painting Fundraiser
Southern California
San Diego ARC|Hatikvah Hadassah InlandEmpire
Oct 26, 2025
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Oct 26, 2025
We will gather to paint a piece of pottery of your choice and and enjoy a potluck lunch (sign up link received upon registration). Additional charge for the pottery you choose to paint.
Craft Corner Event: Decoupage on Glass Plates
Southern California
Northern ARC|K'helah Shel Nashim
Nov 9, 2025
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Nov 9, 2025
Join us for a fun and easy craft event! We’ll design a beautiful glass plate using reverse decoupage. Light snacks will be served. No experience is necessary; everyone can do it!
Escape from Iran
Southern California
Long Beach-Orange County ARC|Atid
Nov 20, 2025
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Nov 20, 2025
Join us for the story of Sue and Morteza Khalili’s exciting escape from Tehran before radical Islamic forces took over the country in 1979. With antisemitism everywhere, the Khalilis left Iran with few possessions, went to Israel and then the US.
Latkes and Vodka
Southern California
Long Beach-Orange County ARC
Nov 23, 2025
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Nov 23, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening bringing our community together in solidarity with Hadassah and Israel to support critically needed mental health services for IDF soldiers and civilians. Marcie Natan, will be our special guest.
Hanukkah Boutique
Southern California
Metro ARC|Haifa
Dec 10, 2025
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Dec 10, 2025
Haifa Malka Hadassah cordially invites you to attend Festival of Lights Hanukkah Luncheon & Boutique with Presentation of The Katherine Merage Achievement Award to The Honorable Sharona R. Nazarian, PsyD, City of Beverly Hills Mayor.
Latkes & L'Chaims
Southern California
Long Beach-Orange County ARC
Dec 11, 2025
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Dec 11, 2025
Join us for a festive kickoff for Evolve women ages 20s-30s, celebrating community, tradition, and the season. Enjoy a warm and inviting evening featuring freshly made latkes, a selection of wine, and beautifully arranged charcuterie boards.
Desert/East ARC
Long Beach-Orange County ARC
Long Beach-Orange County ARC|Atid
Long Beach-Orange County ARC|Laguna Hills/Saddleback
Long Beach-Orange County ARC|Sharon Carmel
Metro ARC
Metro ARC|Adira
Metro ARC|Ariel
Metro ARC|Elana
Metro ARC|Haifa
Metro ARC|Kinneret
Metro ARC|L'Dor V'Dor
Metro ARC|Leora
Metro ARC|Lev Eisha
Metro ARC|Malka
Metro ARC|Sharon
Metro ARC|Tamar Ami
Metro ARC|Tikvah
Northern ARC
Northern ARC | Hawaii
Northern ARC|B'yachad
Northern ARC|Doria
Northern ARC|Emek Hailanot
Northern ARC|Hevra
Northern ARC|K'helah Shel Nashim
Northern ARC|Shirim Ha-Emek
Northern ARC|Shoshelot
Northern ARC|South Valley
Northern Arc|Ruach
Northern Arc|Santa Barbara
San Diego ARC
San Diego ARC|Bat Harim/Inland North County
San Diego ARC|Bat Shemesh
San Diego ARC|Galilee
San Diego ARC|Hatikvah Hadassah InlandEmpire
San Diego ARC|Miriam
San Diego ARC|Shoshanah
San Diego ARC|Yachad
Board Members
President
Michelle Conwisar
Secretary
Lori Good
VP Finance
Michele Shugarman
VP Membership
Terry Whitten
VP Leadership
Audrey Levine
Resource Chair
Rochelle Edelman
Immediate Past President
Debbie Kessler
Past President's Advisory Council
Sue Urfrig
Advocacy Chair
Stacey Dorenfeld
Associate Advocacy Chair
Cindy Hailpern
Annual Giving/Keepers of the Gate Chair
Lisa Hoffman
Board Member at Large
Ilene Bernstein
Metro Area Co-President
Maureen Bernstein
Special Projects Chair
Gabrielle Clayman
Board Member at Large
Sandy Einberg
Northern Area Co-President
Elise Feldscher
Board Member at Large
Kay Gordon
Hawaii Area Co-President
Sharon Gordon
Metro Area Co-President
Margie Lunt
Long Beach/Orange County Area Co-President
Dorie Rogers
San Diego Area Co-President
Joan Rosenberg
Board Member at Large
Sima Schuster
Hawaii Area Co-President
Andrea Snyder
Sabra Hadassah of the Desert President
Roni Spetalnick
Northern Area Co-President
Cheryl Stark
Health and Wellness Chair
Niki Stokols
Jewish Education Chair
Jean Blumin
Long Beach/Orange County Area Co-President
Nanci Patchen
VP Major Gifts
Sandra Sadikoff
Major Gifts Chair
Bernice Watkin
Planned Giving & Estates Chair
Evelyn Perl
Young Women's Chair
Rani Gealer