Women’s League/Sisterhood

Women's League

Women's League is an inter-generational organization where members can meet some incredible
ladies, feel good about helping others, and have great learning and social opportunities -
all while financially supporting the youth of our synagogue and perpetuating Conservative Judaism.
We encourage a sense of belonging and offer a variety of programs. New synagogue members are
entitled to a one year free membership; otherwise, annual membership is $36. Apply now!
For more information about CAI's Women's League/Sisterhood, please contact Evelyn Sigafus.

Paid members enjoy:

  • Making friends and socializing with other women
  • Delicious lunches with entertaining speakers
  • Thought-provoking Torah study and other enjoyable and educational classes
  • “Read It & Meet” Book Discussions
  • Charity knitting
  • Delicious and informative cooking classes
  • Relaxing/invigorating chair yoga
  • Performing mitzvot through social action activities
  • 10% Discount in the Judaica Gift Shop
  • Raising money for the Preschool/Kindergarten, Religious School and USY
  • E-blasts

Ongoing: Free housecleaning for women undergoing chemotherapy

Ongoing: Women’s Study Group    June thru December 2013

Ongoing: “Gentle Yoga Plus” – Wednesdays, 9:30–10:30am
Instructor Lois Graham focuses on increased balance, strength and flexibility in a supportive group setting. Meditation and deep relaxation at end of each class leaves participants with positive healing energy and uplifted spirits. Dress comfortably. For more information, contact Rayna.

TORAH FUND: Campaign 2013

2012
October

14 Paid-up Membership “Chai” Tea

November

14 “Lunch & Lecture”

2013
January

19 Women’s League Shabbat Service

February

10 Torah Fund Brunch, 11:00 am
Torah Fund strengthens and perpetuates Conservative/Masorti Judaism around the world. Keynote speaker, Agnes Emert, is the Torah Fund Vice President of the Pacific Southwest Region, Women’s League of Conservative Judaism. Ms. Emert will present a historical perspective of what Torah Fund has accomplished in its 70 years of existence, its relevance today and plans for the future. Includes delicious brunch for $12 per person. Reservations required by Feb. 5. For more information & to RSVP, contact Teri Thienhaus.

March

13

Lunch & Lecture, 12:00pm
Local author Naomi Benaron will discuss her best-selling book, Running the Rift, the story of a Tutsi youth who dreams of becoming an Olympic runner and whose life (and the lives of literally everyone he loves) is capsized and broken apart by the genocidal mayhem that erupts in his home country. Includes lunch of vegetable lasagna, salad & dessert. All are welcome… bring your friends and family.

June 2

Brunch & Fashion Show, 10:30am
Skyline Country Club
Lunch buffet with fashion show modeled by members of Women's League (fashions provided by Maya Palace). This final event of the year will offer an opportunity to renew your membership for $36. Not a member? Join at this event and your membership starts today! Women's League/Men's Club members $18; guests $20. Reservations required by May 28. For more information & to RSVP, contact Marianne Langer.

More classes and events to be added to the 2012-13 calendar. For more information, contact Evelyn Sigafus.

The Women's League Judaica Gift Shop, located within the administrative wing of CAI, is well-known for its wide array of Judaica, both traditional and whimsical. A wonderful selection of cards, gifts, ritual items, invitations, books, games and jewelry is available for all occasions. All proceeds from Gift Shop sales enables Women's League to support our preschool/kindergarten, religious school, USY, college outreach, and other youth activities.