Committees & Clubs - How to Get Involved
| Opportunities for Everyone - so much to choose From! It’s not a miracle…it’s our volunteers! The Center members on these committees and in these groups are the people who handle everything from walkathons to blood drives, from poetry discussions to wine tastings. These members are the heart and soul of the The Forest Hills Jewish Center community. There’s always room here for new ideas, helping hands, and interested participants. In other words, YOU! Put your ideas and energies to work — call the Center Office for more information. |
| The Shiva Minyan Committee provides minyanim during the shiva week at the homes of Center members who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Would you like to participate in this important service? Contact Hal Berkowitz or Allan Rolnick. |
| The Membership Committee welcomes new members, works at each Street Fair booth and Open House, runs Shabbat dinners, and sponsors entertainment events and many other activities. Do you have an idea or skill to contribute? Contact Heidi Nelson Rolnick, Dorrie Berkowitz, Ira Beer or Norman Gursen. |
| The Adult Education Committee runs educational and informational events all year, such as Rabbi Skolnik’s Summer Forum, the Scholar-in-Residence weekend, and Talmud and Zohar classes. If you would like to help with these interesting and engaging events, or if you have ideas for other events, contact Debby and Michael Seiden and Keith and Bonnie Chernin. |
| The Social Action Committee is the way FHJC reaches out to those in need. Its work runs the gamut from an ongoing food drive and twice-yearly blood drives to volunteer days and other outreach programs. You too can lend a hand and help to make someone’s life just a bit brighter. Contact Ron Sternberg. |
| The Sisterhood of the Forest Hills Jewish Center has events almost around the clock! Day Sisterhood offers daytime events in the Fall and Spring, and Evening Sisterhood runs events on weekday evenings throughout the year. It’s everything from book discussions and charitable works to concerts and pizza parties. Contact Ruth Shulim (Day) or Ellen Gottlich (Evening) through the Center Office. |
| The FHJC Men’s Club offers everything from bike rides in the Pocono Mountains to entertainment at the FHJC Coffee House event. If you’re a man over 18, take advantage of the camaraderie this group provides. Contact Hal Berkowitz or Rob Samuel. |
| The Mutual Support Committee makes telephone calls to Center members who are ill or homebound to make sure they feel loved and connected to the community. Contact Ruth Goldschmidt, Ellen Elowitz, or Debbie Bochner. |
| The support and guidance of the adults in the Youth Activities Committee benefits the young members of Tseerim, Kadima, and USY. Contact Ilana Altman or Cheryl Topal through the Center Office. |
| Are you a lover of Israeli poets and their work? Look for the next Shabbat afternoon gathering of the Hebrew Literature Group. Discussions are in English and light refreshments are served. Contact David Silberfeld. |
| The Minyan Club hosts events on Sunday mornings throughout the year, following morning minyan. You’ll hear discussions on everything from holistic medicine to different perspectives on Torah. Contact Betty Korb. |
| Being a part of the Parents’ Association not only benefits the Nursery and Religious schools, it’s also a great way to meet other families and to enhance your child’s educational and social experience. Contact Michelle Amram or Sharon Braginsky. |
| They say that "50 is the new 30" and Hazak is the group for those "50+" youngsters. If you are a 50+ adult, consider contributing your ideas for events and activities. Contact Carole Weinberg. |
| Raise your voice in song with the FHJC Chorus. Our singers meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in the Little Synagogue. Even if you don't read music, bring along your singing voice and join in! Contact Heidi Nelson Rolnick. |
