ELECTIONS!

Be part of programming & decision making at Hillel! Do you have a great programming idea that you want to see happen? Do you enjoy creating facebook events, emails and flyers? Would you like to see services done differently? What about using those business classes to take care of AJS's financial well-being? Great! You are just the kind of person we need. Run for a position at Hillel. Submit an application to be on the AJS Executive Board or Program Board.

This website has information on the the positions available, applications to complete and registering to vote. Contact the person who currently holds the position in which you are interested, by clicking the link to the current AJS Exec and Program Boards.

Applications are due to Amy Greenbaum via email or to her or Zarra Keith in person at Hillel by TOMORROW Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 6 pm.

Candidates for the positions will be publicly listed on the Hillel bulletin board and on this website as applications are submitted.

Elections will be on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at 6:30 pm at Hillel. Dinner will be provided and free!

AJS Program Board applications are reviewed by the new AJS 2007 Exec Board with appointments announced after the AJS 2007 Exec. Board's first meeting.

Tell us what you think of the food on Shabbat
Take our survey to let us know how we are doing. Share with us what you like, don't like, and want to see done next semester. The survey will take no more than 4 minutes.

Study at Hillel Monday 12/11- Thursday 12/14
Hillel will be open 9am- at least 9:30pm each day.
To study in the building after these hours, make arrangements with:
Monday- Rosie #847.370.9174
Tuesday- Shaina #440.821.6231
Wednesday- Rachel Cowen #614.989.7043
Thursday- Rachel Cahn #216.409.4435 or call Hillel 513.523.5190.

Blintz Brunch at Hillel
Come to Hillel for some great food before you take a final, after a final, or for a study break on Tuesday from 10:30-1 pm! We will have blintzes and eggs made to order! This meal is free and open to everyone.

Latkes & Bagel Brunch at Hillel
Come grab a bite before you head off to take a final this Wednesday from 10:30-1 pm. Bagels, latkes and tuna salad with be served! This is free and open to everyone. Bring your books to study and take advantage of our library or lounge area!

Thrift Sale
Going home for winter break? Bring back with you any gently used clothing, shoes, purses, and anything else you can think of for our community thrift sale. The proceeds will be donated to a local charity. Questions? Email Zarra.

Party at the Beginning of Second Semester!
Look for the Welcome-Back Latke Party at the beginning of next semester - we will enjoy latkes, mocktails and more! Want to help? Email Zarra.

10th Annual Friends of Cedar Village Day
If you are going to be in the area on Monday, December 25th, the Jewish community with be helping out the residents and staff of Cedar Village nursing home in Mason. There are a variety of different volunteer opportunities from baking with residents to visiting with residents, to general housekeeping. All programs will a take place in two hour shifts from 9am-7pm. You can choose what you go to at what times. This program was started to give the employees who would like to be home to celebrate Christmas with their families a day off, and is also a nice way for the community to come together for its elderly.

For more information call 513-336-3162. Registration deadline is Dec. 20th.

NPR's First Ever Holiday Craft Contest
Design handmade menorah that reflects the news of 2006. We also welcome quirky, funny and/or offbeat designs.
How to Enter: Post your creation on Flickr.com with the keyword: NPRHOLIDAYCONTEST. Be sure to include a short artist's statement (example below) and a way we can contact you. If you are not a member of Flickr.com, or have trouble sending/tagging images, you can send your image as an attachment to holidaycontest@npr.org, and we will post it for you. (Include your artist statement in the email.)
Prizes: Swag from the NPR Shop: The Hanukkah Lights Gift Set for the menorah winner
Deadline: Dec. 11, 2006, no later than 11:59 p.m.
For more information go to npr.org.

SAFETY TIPS FROM THE CITY OF OXFORD
The City of Oxford and the Oxford Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday season. Toward that end, we are providing some tips to make your holidays safer and information to make your time away from Oxford a little less stressful.
72 HOUR ORDINANCE: Vehicles parked on city streets for 72 consecutive hours are subject to citation and impoundment. When leaving town, please make arrangements to move your vehicle off city streets.
DESIGNATED SNOW ROUTES: Designated snow routes are marked with red, white & blue signs. Vehicles parked on snow routes when there is 3 or more of snow accumulation OR during a snow emergency will be cited and towed at the owner's expense. To be safe,remove your vehicle from a designated snow route if you plan on being out of town for any length of time.
VACANT HOUSE CHECK CARD: Fill out a vacant house check card with OPD. This can be done on the City of Oxford website at www.cityofoxford.org or at the Oxford Police Department.
NEWSPAPERS AND MAIL SERVICE: Temporarily stop your newspaper and mail deliveries. A pile of newspapers on your lawn and/or a full mailbox is a signal to would-be burglars that no one is home.
LIGHTS: Leave outside lights on to help illuminate your property while you are gone, leaving fewer places for would-be burglars to hide. Lights on timers inside help give the appearance someone's home.
DOUBLE CHECK LOCKS: Double-check the locks on your doors and windows. Make sure every potential access is secure, especially basement/ground-level windows.
SECURE YOUR VALUABLES: Secure your valuables, such as jewelry, cash, cameras, computers, etc., before you leave. If you are a student, take your items home with you; if you are vacationing, consider renting a safe deposit box at your local bank.
DON'T CHANGE YOUR MESSAGE: Don't announce your travel plans on your answering machine. Leave your message as it currently is; offering dates you are leaving and returning is inviting someone to enter your home while you are away.
DON'T TURN OFF HEAT: You must keep your residence heated so that your pipes will not freeze. Keep your thermostat set to a temperature no lower than 55-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Check with your landlord to be sure.
FLAMMABLE OBJECTS: Make sure beds, couches, and other flammable objects are at least two feet away from heat sources.
PARTY CLEAN-UP: If you have a party before you leave, make sure you clean up any areas outside your home. If you leave party trash on the lawn, you may have a citation upon your return.
For further information, please access the Police link on the City of Oxford's website at www.cityofoxford.org.

Textbook Exchange
Want to sell your old textbooks to other students? Looking for cheap books from other students? Post what you have or are looking for to our new forum!

Cleveland Federation Needs Your Help
The Israel Action Committee or the CRC at the Cleveland Federation has decided to launch a big effort regarding the kidnapped Israeli soldiers.

We are trying to collect several thousand signatures to send to the U.N. Secretary General and the U.S. Congress. You have the capability to reach out to a lot of people including family, friends and colleagues. We are encouraging people to go to Sign The Petition and click on the link to 'Sign a petition'. For more information email Rachel Kaplan.

Broomball Sign-ups!
If you are interested in playing broomball next season (January-March), email Jenny.

Looking For a Summer Job?
Jewish Camp staff is a FREE service for students that allows them to post their resume for a position at a Jewish camp and/or to search for a position at a camp that interests them.
> Consider one of the most fulfilling jobs this summer -- working at a Jewish Summer Camp! Visit www.jewishcampstaff.com to start your journey! You can post your resume for FREE. You can also search the site for the perfect camp for you and apply directly.