The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events
that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity,
culture and community in the Mother Lode.
THE MOTHER LODE JEWISH COMMUNITY
YOUR JEWISH CONNECTION
IN CALIFORNIA'S GOLD COUNTRY
Serving
Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa
and Tuolumne Counties
Passover Seder Friday, April 10, 2020
The doors open at 5:00 pm.
Rabbi Andra Greenwald will begin the 1 hour Seder Service promptly at 5:30 pm. We encourage everyone to be seated at that time.
The "kosher style" catered meal will feature the traditional seder items including hard boiled eggs, horseradish, parsley, matzo, charoset, etc.; gefilte fish; soup with matzo balls; followed by a main course of roast brisket, chicken, vegetables, green salad, topped off with dessert.
Vegetarian meals include Butternut Squash Lasagna with Cashew Cauliflower Béchamel and gluten free matzo ball/vegetable broth soup. (MUST be ordered no later than March 31.)
Refreshments included are kosher wine, juice, coffee & tea.
You are welcome bring a favorite wine, juice or soft drink to share
with others at your table.
Guests are encouraged to bring a traditional Passover dessert to supplement what our volunteer prep committee will be preparing….macaroon cookies or cake, meringue bites, chocolate dipped fruit are just a few examples.
Three Passover Prep Parties
…always wanted to learn how to make some of the traditional Passover dishes? Come to one or all of these gatherings and join in the fun.
Wednesday, March 25th at a member’s home in Bar XX (Calaveras County), 1 pm to 4/5ish.
We’ll be making “California style” gefilte fish and enjoying some homemade soup and salad compliments of our hosts.
Tuesday, April 7th, 11 am at a member’s home in Columbia.
We’ll be making matzo balls and chocolate matzo and share a potluck lunch.
Wednesday, April 8th at a member’s home in Sonora, 10:30 am.
We’ll be making the charoset, macaroons and prep all of the items for the Seder plates. Finger food to share is encouraged as we will work through lunch.
Call the MLJC secretary to
learn more:
209-533-1650.
Passover Prep Gatherings
Early Bird Rates – Now Thru Sunday, March 8th
Members & Guests: Adult: $30, Senior: $25, Junior 6-13 $20, Child<6: $ 8
Non Members: Adult: $55, Senior: $50, Junior 6-13: $45, Child<6: $30
Regular Rates
Monday, March 9th - Tuesday, March 31st
(After the 31st, it will be a wait list to fill cancellations only)
Members & Guests: Adult: $45, Senior: $40, Junior 6-13: $35, Child<6: $23
Non Members: Adult: $65, Senior: $60, Junior 6-13: $55, Child<6: $40
April 1 - 10: Wait list only
(First come- first serve - to fill cancellations only)
Two Step Registration:
1) In the white box below, please fill in your name as you wish it to appear on your name tag as well as your email and phone.
In the Message box section:
> Indicate how many of each category you are paying for (example: EB Mem rates for 2 ad., 1 sr., 1 jr., 1 ch.)
> Include the names of all of your guests so that we will have nametags ready when you arrive.
> Special Requests: If you want the vegetarian option or have another special dietary need, please indicate here.
2) To complete your registration
> Online via PayPal: after you click the "Buy Now" button
and,
...if you have a PayPal account, sign in and then use
either an existing credit card on file or add a new one
and select it;
...if you do not have a PayPal account, fill in your
credit card information and a PayPal account will be
created for you tied the card.
Enter the total dollar amount for
your entire party; "quantity" remains 1.
> By mail: please send a check (postmarked by
either Early Bird or Last Minute deadline)
payable to MLJC
Mail to: MLJC, P.O. Box 1142, Angels Camp, CA 95222
Please note that Step 1 must be completed online by required deadline and the check postmarked by March 8 to qualify for the early bird rate
or no later than March 31 to ensure you are included in the event.
The Fine Print:
MLJC Refund Policy – Full refund for cancellations made before March 31st. Refund after that date only if guarantee count is met.
MLJC Special Needs Policy – For Jewish individuals or family experiencing financial difficulties, please contact motherlodejc@yahoo.com
– no one will be excluded due to cost.
To get on the wait list...
Fill out the message box below with your contact information and in the message section include the names of everyone in your party and the category they fit into (i.e. Sue Smith: Adult; Bill Jones: Sr.). Be sure and note how best to contact you if a place becomes available. We generally get cancellations within the final 24-48 hours and if we are unable to reach you quickly, will go to next person on the list.
No need to pay until a place becomes available but we will require online payment at that time.
2. Once notified that we have available space for you, Pay using a credit card or PayPal by clicking on the "Buy Now" button. Enter the total amount for the entire party.
(leave quantity at 1; no need to enter the $ sign)