Who We Are
Hadassah Midwest is comprised of Hadassah Chicago-North Shore, Hadassah Great Plains and Hadassah Greater Detroit regions. That’s a broad range of territory, with chapters across 15 states. Each region and chapter have their own unique character, membership and spirit. But we also work together, joining in our collective mission to further the life-changing and lifesaving work of Hadassah, including medical care and research, women’s empowerment, education, advocacy, Jewish identity, youth development and philanthropy. Our work impacts lives in Israel, the United States and around the world. We are proud to be "The Power of Women Who DO." Join us!
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Calendar of Events
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Wine & Cheese Get-Together
Greater Detroit
Lansing
Jun 25, 2023
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Jun 25, 2023
Join us for an afternoon of in-person camaraderie and delicious refreshments at this free and fun event. Our current Region President, Mandy Garver, will update us on Hadassah news and activities, aka the Power of Women Who Do! Guests are welcome!
Kick-Off Event: “Music Under the Stars”
Chicago-North Shore
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Jul 20, 2023
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Jul 20, 2023
Join us for an evening of music under the stars. Bring a blanket or picnic chair and join the Attorneys and Judges Council at Unity Park for a free, hour-long, family-friendly concert by the Grant Park Music Festival String Fellows.
Annual Membership Coffee Klatch
Great Plains
Minneapolis St. Paul
Aug 6, 2023
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Aug 6, 2023
Join us for our Annual Membership Coffee Klatch. Guest speaker, St. Paul author Elisa Bernick, will discuss her book Departure Stories: Betty Crocker Made Matzoh Balls (and other lies). Incentives for new members!
Annual Givers Appreciation Brunch
Chicago-North Shore
Henrietta Szold
Aug 20, 2023
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Aug 20, 2023
Henrietta Szold Hadassah welcomes all current and potential annual givers for a delicious brunch honoring our current givers. We invite those considering becoming an annual giver to attend this special event.
Let’s Get Together and Paint!
Chicago-North Shore
Nehara
Aug 22, 2023
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Aug 22, 2023
Join Nehara for a fun-filled evening with your Hadassah friends. This is a professionally-led class with step-by-step instructions to help you create a Jewish-themed masterpiece. This event is for all levels of artistic ability.
Chair Yoga with Matt Leonard
Greater Detroit
Eleanor Roosevelt
Aug 29, 2023
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Aug 29, 2023
Join us for a Chair Yoga class. We will learn several yoga poses, in addition to cardio strength and cognitive exercises. Bring 2 cans of food up to 14 oz to be used as weights that will be donated to a food pantry after the event.
A Conversation with Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering
Chicago-North Shore
Great Plains
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Sep 6, 2023
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Sep 6, 2023
Join us for a conversation with Nancy Rotering, who was elected the first woman Mayor of Highland Park, IL in 2011 and was recently re-elected to a fourth term. We will hear how she handled the shooting on July 4, 2022 and more.
Pathway to a Happy, Healthy Heart
Great Plains
Minneapolis St. Paul
Sep 10, 2023
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Sep 10, 2023
Join us as we learn about the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation and the latest research. Increase awareness of women’s heart health and explore nutrition recommendations for a healthy heart with guest speaker Gretchen Benson.
“Let’s Mix It Up” Membership Event
Greater Detroit
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Sep 11, 2023
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Sep 11, 2023
Join us for a fun evening celebrating and reconnecting with Hadassah friends and meeting new ones. Enjoy light refreshments with mixologist Tara Wong from Charlie Brown Cocktails. Joan Epstein, Past President of Hadassah Greater Detroit, will speak.
Hadassah Social
Chicago-North Shore
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Aug 30, 2023
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Oct 4, 2023
Come be social with us! Join us on 8/30 to ring in the New Year and pack High Holiday Food Boxes for the needy, and on 10/4 in the sukkah as we come together for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and pack care kits for those going through treatment.
Women of the Bible Series “Rachel and Leah: Love, Rivalry, and Jealousy”
Chicago-North Shore
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Oct 4, 2023
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Oct 4, 2023
Join us as we explore the dramatic story of the complicated relationship between Rachel and Leah. These two sisters, the two wives of Jacob, were compassionate toward one another and still rivals in their fight for their husband’s love.
2023 Judi Schram Annual Meeting
Greater Detroit
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Oct 10, 2023
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Oct 10, 2023
Join us for our first evening Annual Meeting featuring author, playwright, and entertainment executive Tara Schuster! Together, we will celebrate Israel's 75th birthday and honor Bev Fine. Arrive early for our silent auction prior to the program.
Israel at 75: Saving the Planet" with Leah Polin
Chicago-North Shore
Henrietta Szold
Oct 10, 2023
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Oct 10, 2023
Join us for an informative evening with Leah Polin as she speaks on the high-tech innovation and creativity that has made Israel number two in the world in technological achievement in its 75 years, and how Israel strives to save the planet.
An Evening with Author Renee Rosen
Chicago-North Shore
Hadassah in the City
Oct 12, 2023
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Oct 12, 2023
Join Hadassah in the City for an evening with USA Today bestselling author Renee Rosen, author of eight historical novels. She will be joining us to discuss her latest novel, Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl, which is about Estee Lauder's rise in the cosmet
Gamemania
Greater Detroit
Aviv
Oct 18, 2023
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Oct 18, 2023
Play games, socialize with friends, and enjoy a delicious dairy lunch. Snacks and beverages will also be provided throughout the day. We'll play Mah Jongg, Canasta, Rummikub, and Scrabble! Bring your own table of four friends and we'll do the rest.
Doll Project
Greater Detroit
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Aug 14, 2023
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Oct 19, 2023
Join us for afternoon or evening sessions to create dolls for children and patients in area hospitals and agencies. Since its inception in 1994, Hadassah Greater Detroit has made over 80,000 dolls and donated them to hospitals both here and in Israel
Miracles of Hadassah
Chicago-North Shore
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Oct 19, 2023
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Oct 19, 2023
Join us as we pay tribute to Greta Rothschild and Robert Eisenstadt, and hear from speaker Dr. Tamar Elram, Director of Hadassah Mt. Scopus Hospital in Israel. Melissa Isaacson, award-winning sportswriter, will emcee this dynamic evening.
19th Annual Linda Hafft Mah Jongg and Canasta Tournament
Chicago-North Shore
Henrietta Szold
Oct 22, 2023
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Oct 22, 2023
Join us in person for the 19th Annual Linda Hafft Mah Jongg and Canasta Tournament! A dairy brunch will be served. Prizes will be awarded! In addition, game prizes go to winners at each table and grand prizes go to top Mah Jongg and Canasta players.
"Peace, Politics, and Plutonium" with Gil Hoffman
Greater Detroit
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Oct 23, 2023
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Oct 23, 2023
Join us along with Temple Shir Shalom for an informative evening with Gil Hoffman, Executive Director of HonestReporting. Gil will educate us on "Peace, Politics, and Plutonium: An Insider's Look at the Internal and External Challenges Facing Israel.
October Luncheon with Cindy Stern, Executive Director of the Chicago Festival of Israeli Cinema
Chicago-North Shore
Agam
Oct 25, 2023
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Oct 25, 2023
Join us for our October luncheon with Cindy Stern, Executive Director of the Chicago Festival of Israeli Cinema and past president of Gibora Hadassah, will highlight examples of Israeli Life Reflected through Cinema.
"Together, Building Our Jewish Future" Fall Luncheon
Chicago-North Shore
North Boundary
Oct 29, 2023
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Oct 29, 2023
Join us for a wonderful afternoon with a delicious lunch and musical entertainment by Listen Up! A Cappella group. Rabbi Hannah Wallick, Director of Camp Young Judaea Midwest, will join to update us on the Camp's activities.
Come Get Your Game On - Canasta
Greater Detroit
Aviv
Nov 1, 2023
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Nov 1, 2023
Join us for three fun-filled game events – Canasta Club and Bunco Night! At Canasta Club events there will be help for beginner groups, if they need it. Prizes will be awarded at Bunco Night. Space is limited.
AC/DC Event – Appetizers & Cocktails/Dessert & Coffee
Great Plains
Lexington
Nov 4, 2023
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Nov 4, 2023
Join us for an evening of fun, food, and fundraising. We will hear from special guest speaker, Carol Ann Schwartz, Incoming Hadassah National President, who will share important Hadassah updates. Silent Auction of artwork by Susan Goldstein.
Elgin Hadassah Celebrates Youth Aliyah: Donor 2023
Great Plains
Elgin
Nov 5, 2023
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Nov 5, 2023
Join us as we welcome Marcie Natan, who will be speaking about Youth Aliyah students, Israel's next generation. Marcie Natan is the Chair of Youth Aliyah and a past National President of Hadassah. Zionism and love for Israel are in her heart.
“How Hadassah Makes A Difference In Our Lives” 2023 Fall Leadership Retreat and Installation
Great Plains
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Nov 11, 2023
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Nov 12, 2023
Join us as we install Sharon Star as our new region president, as well as new region board members, hear from Carol Ann Schwartz, Incoming Hadassah National President, and learn how to engage your membership with great results!
Mah Jongg Tournament
Chicago-North Shore
Nehara
Nov 12, 2023
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Nov 12, 2023
Please join us for games, prizes, and a delicious hot and cold dairy brunch. For mah jongg tournament, foursomes are required. Prize tickets will be available for sale at the event. Prizes awarded after play ends.
Beginner Canasta Lessons
Greater Detroit
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Oct 12, 2023
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Nov 20, 2023
Multiple Dates: October 12, 19, and 26; November 6, 13, and 20, 2023 Join us for three weekly daytime or evening sessions as we learn how to play canasta. We will have Hadassah members guide you and teach you the rules. All supplies will be provided
Come Get Your Game On - Canasta
Greater Detroit
Aviv
Jan 17, 2024
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Jan 17, 2024
Join us for three fun-filled game events – Canasta Club and Bunco Night! At Canasta Club events there will be help for beginner groups, if they need it. Prizes will be awarded at Bunco Night. Space is limited.
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