Join us for a special Shabbat Dinner on May 9, hosted by the
B’nai Israel Mental Health Awareness Team. We are thrilled to
celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month by welcoming two
esteemed child psychologists, Dr. Barbara Ward Zimmerman
and Dr. Elaine Ducharme, who will address your questions
and concerns about children. Bring your questions, or send
them in advance to Marj at
or Beth at .
Event Schedule:
5:30 p.m. Oneg — Enjoy light refreshments and explore our literature table with mental health resources.
6:00 p.m. Shabbat Service — Our speakers will provide a brief description of tonight’s topics during the Service.
7:15 p.m. Dinner (approximate time) – $25.00 pp, rsvp required.
Speakers’ Presentation, Q & A (following dinner) — Engage with our experts and get your questions answered
Disclaimer: The content discussed during this program is for educational purposes and should not be considered professional medical advice.
Register for dinner here by 5/6/25; or email Ilene at or by calling the office at 203-336-1858.
Request for Questions for the Upcoming Speakers
What children’s and grandchildren’s conditions or situations do you most want to learn about?
The two child psychologists who will speak at the Mental Health Shabbat on May 9 would like to know your concerns and what you would like to know.
A schedule will be posted in next month’s bulletin. Please send questions or topics for them to Marj Freeman at .
Thanks for your help in ensuring their talk will be relevant to B’nai Israel congregants.