Leni & Neil Salkind
Leni & Neil Salkind
In 1973, my husband Neil and I moved to Lawrence straight out of graduate school. When we arrived, I called the LJCC right away to ask if there was a pool for us to use -- and instead found a warm and welcoming congregation in my new hometown. That same summer we arrived, so did a number of other young couples (Katzmans, Kleiners, Winerock/Elkins, and other families who were essential to the LJCC over the years). As we all settled in, we also quickly connected with the LJCC and with each other.
Over our years in Lawrence, Neil and I were highly involved in many aspects of the congregation - both serving as President; teaching Sunday school; chairing the Blintz Brunch and helping out with the bake sale; and as well serving on the LJCC board and the board of the Jewish Community Women. Neil and I also devoted ourselves to providing community meals - for Shabbat; latkes for Chanukah' casseroles for LINK; whatever was needed for the community Seder.
This wonderful, hamish community has always meant that if help was needed, then someone was helping. From baby naming and bris to bar and bat mitzvahs (one of each in our family) to the community joining us to sit shiva for Neil: we have always had support from our LJCC community in times of both joy and sadness. As time moved on, we became the older members of the community and younger membership seemed to slow. When I hear of the surge of new membership I am so pleased to know that those baby naming and bar/bat mitzvahs will continue to happen.
Now that Neil has passed and I no longer live in Lawrence, life is different. But years ago, we both made a commitment to the LJCC. Then as now, we wanted the center to flourish. When we revised our wills, we included the LJCC as a recipient of a planned contribution in addition to the annual donation that we already give.
We are so happy to be able to ensure that future Lawrencians benefit from the programs and services that have meant so much to us - and to our children.
Sun, April 13 2025
15 Nisan 5785
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Sunday ,
AprApril 13 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 13th 4:30p to 8:00p
Join us for a community-led second-night Seder. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 19 , 2025
Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:30a to 1:00p
Alyssa Appelman leads with a D'var Torah on our ecological responsibilities. Vegan Kiddish lunch to follow. -
Monday ,
AprApril 21 , 2025Muralist Dave Loewenstein
Monday, Apr 21st 6:00p to 7:00p
The LJCC is exploring a possible partnership with local muralist Dave Loewenstein to adorn our humble building with a community-created mural! Come meet Dave and learn about his work. -
Wednesday ,
AprApril 23 , 2025
Wednesday, Apr 23rd 7:00p to 8:30p
Though Lawrence Jews incorporated a congregation and acquired Bene Israel cemetery in 1869, it took nearly 80 years to acquire a building and more than a century to use Bene Israel as a communal burial grounds. Professor Emeritus David Katzman's talk will illuminate the history of earlier Lawrence Jewish communities, organizations and individuals, and explain why Lawrence Jews did not form a permanent organization until after World War II. -
Friday ,
AprApril 25 , 2025
Friday, Apr 25th 5:30p to 7:00p
Join us for an early family-friendly nosh and Shabbat. We'll Nosh and then Shabbat with services starting at 6:30pm. The LJCC will provide a main. Potluck contributions are encouraged. If possible, let us know in the notes section what you will bring. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 26 , 2025"Transplanting Heritage:" Reception & Havdalah at the Watkins
Shabbat, Apr 26th 6:00p to 7:30p
The LJCC is partnering with the Watkins for a reception & Havdalah during the "Transplanting Heritage: Judaica from the Klein Collection" Exhibit. See the exhibit at 6pm before a Havdalah observance at 7pm with the LJCC Ritual Committee. -
Friday ,
MayMay 2 , 2025
Friday, May 2nd 7:00p to 9:00p
Join Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg and Barry Shalinsky for Friday Night Services and a potluck oneg. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 4 , 2025
Sunday, May 4th 3:00p to 4:30p
A look at the daily prayer cycle, the weekly liturgical cycle, and the annual cycles of Torah readings and holidays. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 10 , 2025
Shabbat, May 10th 10:30a to 1:00p
Join us for a special Saturday Morning Services. Professor Steve Bien-Aime will give a talk on inclusive language and veganism at the conclusion of our Synagogue Vegan Challenge. -
Friday ,
MayMay 16 , 2025Annual Backyard Nosh and Shabbat Picnic at Lara & Ari's - it's (basically) Lag BaOmer!
Friday, May 16th 5:00p to 7:30p
It's almost summer, which means it's time to kick off our Shabbat picnic season! Lara and Ari are happy to be able to welcome you to their home for a BYO-picnic to mark Lag BaOmer - and to celebrate the respective graduations of Henry and Yoni.
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