CAMP BDJ - Kiddushes

Dear BDJ members:

Renovations are underway at our shul, and we are enjoying the adventure of new and acoustically different davening experiences. During this time, it is especially important that we maintain our sense of community with each other and welcome to those who are new among us.

Kiddushes have always been a vital part of this goal, and we look forward to continuing them through "Camp BDJ." We have had two successful kiddushes so far, thanks to the Hassan and Kent families. Many people have already asked how they can help, so we have come up with these guidelines:

--Sponsoring a Kiddush--

You may have a simcha or special date in mind that you would like to reserve, or let us pick the date.

We suggest simple fare, such as Entenman's pastries, chips and soda to keep costs down and set-up easier. Based on the 100+ people that have come to each kiddush so far, the estimated cost would be about $150. Two custodians will be available to help with set-up and clean-up.

If you like, you can co-sponsor with friends by splitting up the cost and shopping responsibilities.

In order to make kiddushes accessible to as many people as possible, we have set up recommended boundaries for hosting:
North- Pico, East- Robertson, South- Oakmore, West- Glenville
If you don't live close enough, you can ask a friend to host for you or fill out choice (2) below and we'll set you up with someone.

1. _______ I would like to sponsor a kiddush at my home
Special date?___________________
Your name? ___________________

2. _______ I would like to sponsor a kiddush, but live too far away.
Special date?___________________
Your name? _____________________
(Pick one) __________ I'll ask a friend who lives closer to host __________ Set me up with a volunteer family's house

3. _______ I can offer my home to host.
Your name:______________________

4. _______ I cannot sponsor at this time, but would like to help out with (This would be one of the following: picking up the shopping for pastries/sodas/paper goods, setting up, or cleaning up.
Your name:______________________

We hope these options will allow everyone to be able to participate in this important mitzvah over this spring and summer.

We would appreciate it if you could let us know as soon as possible so that we can start arranging a schedule.

Thank you!

Please reply directly to Laurel Schramm at ljschramm@comcast.net