Do you love being a kid? Wish you were still one? Well...The Hillel JUC can't turn back time but we can match you with wonderful local families so you can babysit, play with cute kids, and get paid! Connect with local families this Thursday, November 2, 6pm @ The Hillel JUC, but first contact Sahar for the Speedsitting application (just 10 minutes to complete, due to Sahar by Wednesday, November 1!).

Other events this week include: The Journey of Vaan Nguyen with the film's Israeli director, a rockin' Jewish genetic disease screening fundraiser at Union Grill, Social Justice Shabbat catered by the people behind Mad Mex, a special trip to the US Holocaust Memorial Museum with local survivor Fritz Ottenheimer, and Brotherhood Poker Night.

Before proceeding through this week's programs, please take just 2 minutes to read through and sign Hillel International's petition of support for Israel here by Friday, November 3. This petition with your comments will be sent to the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives:

To: Majority Leader Frist
Senate Democratic Leader Reid
House Speaker Hastert
House Democratic Leader Pelosi

We, students from across the United States, express our support and thanks for your bipartisan statements declaring solidarity with the State of Israel as it has defended its citizens against unprovoked aggression across its borders. We stand firmly behind your call for the disarmament of Hezbollah, the extension of Lebanese sovereignty over the entire country of Lebanon, and the end of a "state within a state" in southern Lebanon. We join with you in the continuing pursuit of opportunities for peace and security for Israel and its neighbors.

Tuesday, October 31 Join the Jewish Studies Program, Asian Studies Center, and the Film Studies Program at Pitt as they bring you The Journey of Vaan Nguyen, with a special appearance by the film's Israeli director, Duki Dror. Dror explores the experiences of a Vietnamese family that found refuge in Israel after the fall of Saigon and the family's recent efforts to return to its homeland. 4pm in Cathedral of Learning G13. For more info contact Professor Alex Orbach.

Thursday, November 2 Donde está Deb? Where is our dear Deb? Find her and receive your special clue to a fabulous prize at the end of the semester! Friend Deb Jacoby on Facebook to find out more...

Thursday, November 2 Speedsitting - Get PAID as you babysit in your community. The Hillel JUC is bringing together Jewish students and local parents to set up ideal babysitting matches, 6pm @ The Hillel JUC with a delicious dinner! Contact Sahar to receive an application (quick and easy). Your application is due via e-mail to Sahar by Wednesday, Nov. 1.

Thursday, November 2 Join your friends and The Hillel JUC for an awesome party @ Union Grill 11pm-2am to support Jewish genetic disease screening efforts. There will be a DJ, raffles, and tons of fun! Only $5 at the door, so boogie with your friends for a good cause! For more info contact Shoshana.

Friday, November 3 The Social Justice Committee invites you to a special Mexican Shabbat dinner themed around environmental concerns and catered by the people who make Mad Mex such a popular spot! 5pm Services followed by the delicious FREE dinner at 6pm. For more info contact Sahar.

Saturday, November 4 Friends and neighbors come together for Conservative and Orthodox Shabbat morning services 10am @ The Hillel JUC. For more info contact Benji or Jesse.

Sunday, November 5 Join Brotherhood for a new weekly tradition: Sunday night poker! Come for food, cards, and fun with the guys. 6:30pm @ The Hillel JUC. For more info contact Justin or Josh.

Klezmer has enjoyed a successful revival in recent years, especially among respected indie bands and labels (Constellation, JDub, etc.). Last month, almost 300 of you danced your tukhes off to Golem. Now, a CMU freshman wants to start a new klezmer band with students across campuses. Carpe diem! Seize the day! For more info contact Matt.

New Alumni Newsletter If you graduated and still receive this email, contact Laura to be added to our NEW monthly alumni e-newsletter, a concise version of the weekly Milah.

Keep Your Parents in the Loop! Are your parents constantly wondering what's going on in Pittsburgh and at Hillel? We have a monthly parent email update, so send your parents' email address(es) to Laura to add them to the list, and your parents will be thrilled. It will save you explanation time, too!

Through Sunday, November 5th Open Stage Theatre presents Tennessee Williams' classic "Camino Real." Discounted tickets with student ID, only $5! For more info click here.

Cool Space Locator seeks an intern ($10/hour) November 2006-May 2007 to take the lead in helping staff plan and organize Cool Space Awards 2007. Cool Space Locator is a non-profit organization committed to helping small business owners and non-profit leaders make wise real estate choices. For more info and to apply, contact Robyn Barber.

JEVS Internship - Summer 2007 JEVS (Jewish Employment and Vocational Service) awards a limited number of stipends to Jewish university students who expect to reside in the Delaware Valley in June-August 2007. Interns visit a variety of organizations within the Jewish communal service system. For more info and to apply ASAP, contact Peggy Truitt.

Need-based Scholarships for 2007-08 The Central Scholarship and Loan Referral Service (CSLRS) of the United Jewish Federation (UJF) of Greater Pittsburgh offers need-based grants to Jewish students (undergrad and grad) who have been residents of Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Washington, or Westmoreland Counties for at least two years. Applications will be available in November, with an application deadline of February 6, 2007. For more info contact the Career Development Center of Jewish Family and Children's Service @ (412) 422-5627.

This week's Torah portion is Lekh Lekha. Learn more here.