Mar 23, 2012

ATTENTION ALL UNDERCLASSMEN! 
This is your opportunity to gain leadership roles and experience with members of chapter board! We will 
be having a mock board election in April. Attached is a dec packet that includes all of the information so please check it out!! They are due by APRIL 4TH! please take a look :)


click here for the dec packet 

Mar 18, 2012

Whudup Ahavah
a couple things to look forward to this week :)

The meeting this week is at the JCC at 7:00
hope to see you all there :)
the theme for this meeting is SPRING BREAK!
**no bikinis please! :)

SAVE THE DATE!
There is a meeting APRIL 4th at the JCC at 7:00
BRING YOUR MOMMAS!!!!!!
We will be enjoying an awesome chocolate seder
You don't wanna miss it!! 

GREAT JOB AT THE TASTE AHAVAH!!!!
so as a region, we raised over $1400!
The Taste committee cooked up some great soda bread,
and potato casserole. It was also great to see everyone from the region! 
check out the adorable picture in the photo gallery :)


Though it may seem like we have a large chapter, and you may be thinking,
"we don't need any new members!," 
the truth is- we are trying to recruit 10 new girls into Ahavah. 
These 10 girls could lead our chapter to great places in the region and in the international order! Please inbox Sydney Rabinowitz as soon as possible with any new names (and emails).
 Thanks so much!! 

Abbie Brenner will be handing out forms for her yearbook committee on Wednesday. If you're interested, be sure you grab one! 

May 6th is "Look Back, Walk Forward," the official teen walk for Israel. Bbyo is leading the program this year as a part of our J-Serve 2012 project. Register here: http://www.juf.org/idays.
The day begins at the Holocaust Museum in Skokie, with a program with Holocaust survivors, followed by a Walk with Israel from the museum to the Mayer Kaplan JCC. The walk starts at 11:15, but I HIGHLY recommend getting there at 9 for museum access or 10 for the Holocaust program. The day also includes advocacy programming, hands-on service projects, sports, food, and more!! (sorry the letters are all smushed together on the top)

Senior superlatives!!!
Vote now!!!
it's super fun and only takes a minute.
click here, yo!

Ahavah is excited to announce our T-shirt design contest!
if your interested, make up a cool design for an Ahavah T-shirt (front & back) and send it in to Jennifer.
We're looking forward to seeing them!


eve. elmo. this week. 
:)

Ahavah is beginning to plan a regional talent show!
If you're interested in preforming, feel free to start working on your act! 
you can do things in a group, or on your own!
contact Jennifer if you are planning to preform. 
** START GETTING THE WORD OUT TO OTHER CHAPTERS!

This month is ADVISOR APPRECIATION MONTH! Check out the posts about things we can do for Stacie, Hayley, & G-berg! <3

Senior Wills- THIS IS FOR EVERYONE**
Due to the amount of paper a senior will takes, you can only get one if you order it! Otherwise it will be posted online. To order a tangable copy of the Senior Will, go HERE!
(if you don't know what that is, just order one :) )

with undying love for this beautiful weather, my schnauzer gracie, cute stuff, pinterest, tyler, my family, buying my first place in the city, Jeff Who Lives at Home (great movie, go see it), my IC friends, Costa Rica next week, and Ahavah BBG #2414, I remain Emma Jane Schneider

The Minutes of March 14th

March 14th 2012
Buffalo Grove JCC
29 Present
Officer in Charge of Meeting: Beth Brownfield
Minutes taken by: Abbie Brenner


I. Opening Rituals
   a. Shomerit Ha'brit: 
      Eve's words of wisdom- We are the stuff that dreams are made of
      -The Tempest 
   b. The Menorah Pledge
      citizenship: Mallory
      Jewish Heritage: Emily
      Community Service: Sasha
      Philanthropy: Sydney
      Inter-Faith Relations: Bri
      Tradition: Eve
      Good Sisterhood: Jennifer
  


II. Roll Call- what is your favorite Summery drink?
Total Present- 29
Total Voting-29
Total Possible Votes: 29


III. Old Business
A. Read the minutes
B. Auto Pro Con
C. Purim party in hoflo


Motion to move into new business
Siganit- top 3 programs
mini invite, bonfire, city(?)
Nsiah: Spring Convention, Beth is coordinating


IV. Closing Ceremonies 

Mar 15, 2012

Everything you need to know about The Taste of BBYO

3 more days until the taste!
This is everything you need to know all in one post. 


-The Taste of BBYO is Sunday, March 18th from 12-3
-Feel free to come and go as you please. 
-The Taste is at the Northbrook JCC, 300 Revere Drive


-$15 will get you 20 food tickets
-$10 will get you 15 food tickets
-$5 will get you 10 food tickets. 


-Everyone is welcome! Invite family, friends, neighbors, whatever. Obviously the more people the better, because all proceeds go to our regional Stand Up! cause- Globalization, where we're raising money to send 2 teens from Ukraine on summer programs. 


-If you are interested in making decorations/preparing the food Saturday, contact Jennifer
-If you are interested in working the booth, also contact Jennifer! 


I hope you all have a chance to stop by and support GMR's stand up cause! Spread the word!!!

How Many 6th & 7th Graders Do You Know?

Help BBYO Connect reach out to more middle school students and future BBYO members!
-Chapters that provide us with a minimum of 15 **valid names will be rewarded with ice cream at a chapter meeting 
-Chapters that not only provide us with 15 **valid names, but can also get them to come to one or more BBYO Connect event, will also get dinner at their chapter meeting 


**valid means- new Connect participant and has not been to a Connect event yet this year.


ask any questions/ send all new names into Samantha by March 9th....uh... yeah I'll ask about that. 
at Sisenstein@bbyo.org
or go to tinyurl.com/bbyoconnectnames

Look Back, Walk Forward- Teen Walk with Israel

May 6th is "Look Back, Walk Forward," the official teen walk for Israel. BBYO is leading the program this year as a part of our J-Serve 2012 project. Register here: http://www.juf.org/idays.
The day begins at the Holocaust Museum in Skokie, with a program with Holocaust survivors, followed by a Walk with Israel from the museum to the Mayer Kaplan JCC. The walk starts at 11:15, but I HIGHLY recommend getting there at 9 for museum access or 10 for the Holocaust program. The day also includes advocacy programming, hands-on service projects, sports, food, and more!! 

Senior Superlatives

Vote now!!!
it's super fun and only takes a minute.
click here, yo!

Mar 12, 2012

Spring Convention 2012

What is Spring Convention?
Spring convention is a regional favorite. One of the most emotional, sisterly, and fun of the year. You enjoy regional life, where the seniors who were on regional board give inspirational life speeches and pass down their bbyo things. You also elect a new regional board. And one of my favorite parts is getting a regional big or lil sis! You stay with the region at Camp Henry Horner in a room of I think 6 other girls.
It's like a taste of summer camp in the spring!
When is Spring Convention? 
April 20-22

Early Bird Registration:  $195, opens THIS Wednesday, March 7th - March 28th
SCHOLARSHIPS are due Wed. March 28th
Regular Registration:  $215, March 28th- April 11th
Registration closes:  Wed. April 11th
Where do I register?
To register, click here 
DON'T MISS OUT ON THE FUN!

Mar 11, 2012

Hey Ahavah!
there is a meeting this Wednesday, 7:00, at the JCC
half of the night is a business meeting and the other half is a fun program that you don't want to miss!
this week's theme is st. patricks day! well, kind of. dress in anything that makes you feel lucky? or green? or irish? be creative! winner gets elmo for a week

Whoever has Elmo, please bring him back to the JCC this wednesday!

Ahavah is excited to announce our T-shirt design contest!
if your interested, make up a cool design for an Ahavah T-shirt (front & back) and send it in to Jennifer.
We're looking forward to seeing them!

The taste of BBYO is coming up VERY soon, March 18th at the Northbrook JCC,
and I hope you're all excited to represent Ireland!!
If you're interested in helping out with cooking, decorating, or setting up the table, contact Jennifer (contact info on the website) and fill out the form here.
**remember to invite family and friends!!!
**costs $15 for food tickets
** ooh, and Mariano's sells AMAZING Irish soda bread, if you would like to try some. 

SPRING CONVENTION IS COMING UP!!!
yeah, don't miss this one :)
sign up on b-linked today!

The end of the year is approaching, and Abbie is planning on making a fun yearbook for the chapter!! if you are interested in helping out with the yearbook, or you want to make sure your favorite Ahavah memories are represented, please contact Abbie Brenner (contact info on website). Thanks!!

Ahavah is beginning to plan a regional talent show!
If you're interested in preforming, feel free to start working on your act! 
you can do things in a group, or on your own!
contact Jennifer if you are planning to preform. 
** START GETTING THE WORD OUT TO OTHER CHAPTERS!

This month is ADVISOR APPRECIATION MONTH! Check out the posts about things we can do for Stacie, Hayley, & G-berg! <3

SAVE THE DATE!!! April 14th we are having a CHOCOLATE SEDER!!!

ALSO CHECK OUT THE CHARITY AWARENESS PAGE AND SUPPORT A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE CAUSES! 

Last but not least, our recruitment goal is.....10 new members!!!!
ask some of your sophomore friends!!!


video of the week; if you need a good laugh- click here


with undying love for asian babies, Holland Collection by OPI, tyler, family, my puppy, owls, chipotle chips & guac, spring break coming up, and keeping in touch with my IC friends, 
i remain, emma jane schneider

Mar 4, 2012

Some Info on Summer Programs

So you want to go on a summer program? Awesome! You've already taken the first step to getting there by reading this.
Honestly, you can't go wrong when choosing a summer program to attend. They are all awesome and will provide memorable experiences for decades to come. That being said, there is that special program for you, and hopefully this guide will help you find it. 


CLTC: Chapter Leadership Training Conference 
This is the summer program aimed towards that growing leader in you. It is a 12 day experience where you will be put into mock chapters with around 12-15 other BBGs (similar to YLTC). You will work together to build leadership skills, plan events for all of the chapters, and learn the ABC's of BBYO. Most importantly you will learn to be a leader in your chapter back home. There are 7 sessions spanning all throughout the summer in either Beber Camp in Mikwonago, WI, or Bethany College in Bethany, WV. When you are not working with your chapter, you will be participating in a number of other activities. This program is geared towards all. Whether you want to be the best leader you can be in your chapter, or just want a good time with a BBYO setting, CLTC will appeal to you. 


ILTC: International Leadership Training Conference 
In Starlight, PA, you will get together with 200 of the top leaders in the order for 2 weeks, and learn how to bring real change to your region and the order itself. This is where the men and women are separated from the boys and the girls. That being said, don't worry if you have never held a leadership position, as ILTC is not only for those who are leaders, but for those who want to be leaders. If you are an incoming senior who wants a taste of the action or a junior with regional or international aspirations, you should really consider ILTC. You will learn how to develop BBYO to stronger levels back in your community, along with building a huge network of international friends (one of emma's favorite parts about bbyo). This is more than just leadership training, it is the BBYO experience. Each day you will meet up with with different groups to focus on different aspects of becoming a leader!


Kallah: What is interesting about international Kallah is that while ILTC and CLTC focus on what you can do for BBYO, Kallah is all about what BBYO can do for you. Kallah is a 3 week long experience where 200 teens come together to learn about what being Jewish means to them. The best part of Kallah is that it is still a pluralistic experience. No one is left out from any of the interesting discussions that are held by the diverse staff experts that each specialize on a different subject of Judaism. Kallah is so incredible because it truly is what the participant makes of it. They plan the programs, they chose what they learn about, and they are Kallah. It really is the most unique experience that BBYO has to offer. Kallah, being about the participant, gives you the time you need to think, relax, and enjoy your experience. Each day there is something different to learn and discuss, whether it be from a teen, coordinator, or specialist. To attend, you must be an incoming sophomore, junior or senior. This program has my highest recommendations, and I truly think it is for everybody. 


IMPACT Isreal:learn more here
IMPACT DC: learn more here 
ILSI: learn more here
PASSPORT CENTRAL EUROPE/ISREAL:learn more here
PASSPORT TREK WEST USA:learn more here (7th and 8th graders can go on this one!!!)
PASSPORT SPAIN: learn more here
PASSPORT WESTERN EUROPE: (i'm in this one a lot, try to find me!!!) learn more here

Thank you, Max Goldstein from East Side AZA, Evergreen Region, Seattle, for these wonderful summaries!
Hey girls! 
I've got lots for you all to look forward to 

This weeks meeting is at Sammi & Sydney Roth's house. 
(3000 Acacia Terrace, Buffalo Grove) @ 7:00
This Wednesday we will be celebrating Purim, eating hamentashens &
reading the Megillah!
We ask that you please bring an article of clothing that you are willing to donate!
What you bring should be clean! For each item of clothing you bring you will get one raffle ticket, for some great prizes.
** DRESS UP IN 80's ATTIRE!
** ALSO, BRING A NON JEWISH FRIEND!

Ahavah is excited to announce our T-shirt design contest!
if your interested, make up a cool design for an Ahavah T-shirt (front & back) and send it in to Jennifer.
We're looking forward to seeing them!

The taste of BBYO is coming up soon, March 18th at the Northbrook JCC,
and I hope you're all excited to represent Ireland!!
If you're interested in helping out with cooking, decorating, or setting up the table, contact Jennifer (contact info on the website) and fill out the form here.
**remember to invite family and friends!!!

TOMORROW!!!:
Ice Skating & Broomball
 No School on Pulaski Day? No Problem!
Open to all Jewish 6th-12th graders
When: Monday, March 5th  12:00-2:00pmWhere: Glacier Ice Arena
670 Lakeview Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL
Cost: $16 for Pizza and Pop, broomball and ice skating equipment and rental 
RSVP to Samantha by  
Thursday, March 1st
For more information contact Samantha Isenstein:
(thank you, sunday scoop!)

Summer is quickly approaching, don't miss out on one of BBYO's excellent Summer Experiences.  GMR has need and merit based scholarship funds for CLTC, ILTC & Kallah.   
To apply, please fill out this application.
If your son/daughter registers for Impact: Chicago or Impact: DC, they automatically qualify for an Impact scholarship.
Check out our Programs!
Questions: 
Stacy Heller
Ben Kozberg

The end of the year is approaching, and Abbie is planning on making a fun yearbook for the chapter. if you are interested in helping out with the yearbook, or you want to make sure your favorite Ahavah memories are represented, please contact Abbie Brenner (contact info on website). Thanks!!!

Ahavah is beginning to plan a regional talent show!
If you're interested in preforming, feel free to start working on your act! 
you can do things in a group, or on your own!
contact Jennifer if you are planning to preform. 
** START GETTING THE WORD OUT TO OTHER CHAPTERS!

This month is ADVISOR APPRECIATION MONTH! Check out the previous post about things we can do for Stacie, Hayley, & G-berg! <3

With undying love for asian babies, Jack White, my new Maz binder,
 Tyler, my new baby cousin named Bowie, my family, my snuggly 
schnauzer, and Ahavah BBG 2414, 
i remain emma jane schneider