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Local Israelis Reflect on Gun Laws, Gun Culture

LOCAL mass shootings, as well as such as having a residence in a Ayala Laufer-Cahana served in the IDF. Courtesy of Ayala Laufer-Cahana
ERIC SCHUCHT | JE STAFF daily headlines about gun West Bank settlement, a border
violence in Philadelphia, local area or an area where attacks It’s weird that everyone can go to a gun shop
LIKE THE VAST majority Israelis can’t help but think are frequent. and buy a gun. In Israel, it’s the opposite.”
of Israeli Jews, Ayala Laufer- about the differences between
Cahana served in the Israeli Israeli gun culture and gun In the U.S., there is no YONI ARI
military — and with that culture in the U.S. similar permitting process.
service came firearm training. Rather, federally licensed gun
For instance, mass shootings dealers are required to run
“As we were training and are far more prevalent in the background checks on cus-
holding the gun,” she said, U.S. than in Israel, which some tomers for all firearm sales.
“this message was repeated to Israelis living here attribute Between 1998 and 2018, out of
us again and again: ‘This is the to the difference in the acces- nearly 304 million checks con-
only time in which you have sibility of firearms by private ducted via the FBI’s National
a gun. We suggest you never citizens. In Israel, a person must Instant Criminal Background
pursue a weapon unless you be at least 21 to apply to the Check System, 1.6 million,
become so well-trained and so government for a permit to buy or 0.52% of applicants, were
determined that you will point a gun, and about 40% of those denied a sale, according to
and shoot. Having a gun does applications are denied. The the 2018 NICS Operations
not protect you.’ That’s what applicant cannot have a crim- Report. Background checks
I was told as a soldier and, inal record, and they have to are not required for the sale
indeed, none of us had a gun undergo evaluations for physi- of firearms between two pri-
after that.” cal and mental health as well as vate individuals within the
training for the specific firearm same state.
With the debate on gun they wish to acquire. Approval
control continuing in the is granted mainly to those The difference between
aftermath of highly publicized who can substantiate a need, the two countries’ gun laws is
something Israeli Yoni Ari has

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“Here, everyone can get a bought at government-regu-
gun and every kind of gun,” lated shooting ranges where
Ari said. “It’s weird that every- each bullet’s sale is registered.
one can go to a gun shop and
buy a gun. In Israel, it’s the In the U.S., there is no limit
opposite. If somebody wants on the number of guns or
to harm someone, they will amount of ammunition a per-
do it, with a gun or without a son can own at any one time
gun, but there has to be more and background checks are
caution about people getting it. never done again at a later date.
Israel is a good example of how
we’re protecting the people.” The contrast perplexes
Laufer-Cahana, a physician and
In Israel, those with gun entrepreneur in Philadelphia.
permits are limited to the types
of firearms they can buy based “The culture is that a gun
on their stated need during the is something that should be
application process. For exam- taken very seriously, that in the
ple, if a person gets a gun permit right hands is lifesaving, and in
for hunting, they can only buy the wrong hands, it is destruc-
a gun approved by the govern- tion and misery,” she said. “But
ment for hunting. If a permit is the law is just so completely
for home security, then the per- different than the law here. A
son is mostly restricted to buying gun in Israel is not a right. ...
a handgun. I can just not get used to this
thing ... For anybody coming
The permits must be from another country, it just
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Educator, Advocate Miriam Spector Dies at 76

LOCAL Miriam Spector Venture and of Gratz College. between the two were frequent. that di cult question that
ERIC SCHUCHT | JE STAFF Courtesy of Melissa Greenberg She was a supporter of J Street Warm ash said she called to prompted the conversation
and local Jewish summer camps. talk about the Jewish commu- that led you in a new direction.
A COMMON THREAD in all Harcum College and adjunct nity or to encourage him to She was unafraid to challenge,
the comments people made in faculty member in Temple’s Melissa Greenberg, chief see the latest show she saw on to ask and then she was forever
the wake of Miriam Spector’s psychology department. development officer at the Broadway.
death was her commitment — Jewish Federation of Greater exible about any response.”
how fully invested she was in A Baltimore native, Spector Philadelphia, recalled the impor- “I always loved talking to Son Jeremy Spector said he
every cause, how she shied away volunteered with many Jewish tance of Jewish life to Spector. her. Whatever the call was
from small talk and the way organizations. She was a former about, it was a bright spot in was grateful for his relation-
she made you feel like the most trustee of the Jewish Federation “It was part of her fabric the day,” Warm ash said. ship with his mother.
important person in the room. of Greater Philadelphia, an exec- and her being,” Greenberg said.
utive committee member of “She not only volunteered, was Supporting the Free Library “To watch her with my son,
On Aug. 12, Spector died Women of Vision and a board a board leader, but worked in of Philadelphia Foundation was her grandson, was something
following a stroke at her member of the Jewish Learning the Jewish community. And a Spector priority. She chaired to behold,” he said. “She loved
family’s vacation home in made sure that having a Jewish the Free Library’s institutional her grandkids in a way that
Eagle, Colorado. She was 76. home was something she pro- advancement committee for a I suppose every grandmother
vided for her whole family, decade. does, but to watch how much
Friends said Spector was which then touched everyone time and e ort she took to
committed to strengthening else around her.” Tobey Dichter, who has know what they were doing,
educational institutions and chaired the Foundation board, and to learn what was import-
the Jewish community. Her Rabbi Philip Warm ash said Spector was someone who ant to them, to get involved in
career included stints as direc- met Spector more than two knew when to ask the right their lives because stu was
tor of the Intergenerational decades ago. question at the right time. important to them, regardless
Center at Temple University’s of whether it was important to
College of Education, direc- Now the CEO of Jewish “Miriam Spector had con- her, was really moving.” ●
tor of long-term planning at Learning Venture, Warm ash viction of her courage. So
was brought on by Spector to she would boldly go where [email protected];
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Day Schools Prepare for New Academic Year

SCHOOL with recruitment, expanding each classroom. Other updates Caskey Torah Academy Courtesy of Rachel Mazurek
ERIC SCHUCHT | JE STAFF participation in Pennsylvania’s include a complete overhaul of Kohelet Yeshiva
Educational Improvement Tax the school’s website. Raymond and Ruth
WHILE STUDENTS WERE Credit program and bringing This year marks the unveiling Perelman Jewish Day
enjoying their summer, the Israeli culture and spirit to the Some staff changes were put of a new 30,000-square-foot School
Jewish day schools of Greater school. in place as well. Meryl Sussman, building for grades K-8. The This year marks the unveiling
Philadelphia were busy prepar- a counselor at the middle project took three years to of a newly renovated class-
ing for the new year. Recruitment is one of the big school, was promoted to a newly complete and includes a mix room dedicated to Perelman’s
focuses this year for Abrams, created position of director of of large, open multi-age class- Hebrew-immersive junior kin-
From completing ren- Budow said. To help refine Israel education, experiences rooms and smaller breakout dergarten program. Head of
ovations to hiring new staff, Abrams’ program, in January and special programming. rooms for group instruction. School Judy Groner said the
many changes have come in an electronic survey will be Each of the K-5 classrooms fea- school moved its business
preparation for the 2019-2020 emailed to parents to obtain “Over the past couple of tures a full kitchen, said Rabbi office to the administrative
academic year. Here is a run- feedback. Budow said the years, we have really worked on Gil Perl, the head of school. floor to make way for the new
down of the highlights at some school does this survey every our Israel education center here, space. This year there are 21
schools. three years or so. and now we have someone who Other features include a students enrolled in junior kin-
Abrams Hebrew Academy is directing our efforts,” Head of Beit Midrash, humanities cen- dergarten, the largest since its
School Director Rabbi Ira Budow “We do it because we really School Sharon Levin said. ter and a STEAM (science, creation two years ago.
said that Sharon Abergel, owner want to know what’s on the technology, engineering, arts
of the Espresso Cafe & Sushi Bar minds of our parents,” he said. One of the responsibilities and mathematics) lab for mid- Other building changes
in Philadelphia, was brought of this new position will be to dle schoolers. The lab will be includes a new faculty room at
onboard to facilitate community Jack M. Barrack Hebrew manage a new exchange pro- used for math, science, indoor the Stern Center.
outreach. Abergel will play several Academy gram. Through the nonprofit agriculture, woodworking, art
roles at Abrams, such as helping The rooms at the middle and SOS International, Barrack and pottery instruction. It’ll In addition, a partnership
upper school will be a bit forged a partnership with also have a 3-D printer and a with Adath Israel and Temple
brighter this year at Barrack, the Lauder-Reut Educational kiln. Outside, there is a new Sinai of Dresher, along with
as accent walls were painted in Complex, a Jewish school amphitheater, playground with a grant, will bring Rabbi Josh
in Bucharest, Romania. In a 20-foot climbing web, play- Warshawsky to the school to
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154 years old March. The plan is to start ing 3-D printers, a laser cutter, school’s portable planetarium
exchanging students in the a computer-controlled cutting was updated with help from
154 years old 2020-2021 school year. machine, pottery wheels, saws, a grant. The planetarium can
robotics and computers loaded be moved from classroom to
154 years old Morris and Rose Caskey with design software. classroom and includes a pro-
Torah Academy of Greater jector that can show different
SIMPSON HOUSE Philadelphia As for faculty, Hannah skies and constellations in 180
This year marks the comple- Rothschild will serve as the degrees. The school also was able
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and renovation project. With sion, lab and middle schools. and Bee-Bots, which are small
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along with a Hachnasat Sefer
Torah and Mordechai Shapiro
concert, all taking place at the
school on Sept. 15.

As for new leadership, Rabbi
Zecharia Weitz joined the
school’s administrative team
as its assistant principal for
Judaic studies. He comes from
Columbus, Ohio, according to
Rachel Mazurek, the school’s
director of communications
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Hillels Welcome Students With New O erings

SCHOOL During the rst weeks of e program aims to bring Temple Hillel students Photo courtesy of Susan Becker
RACHEL WINICOV | JE FEATURE school, Blum said Penn Hillel Judaism into the conversation
will sponsor “a retreat for 30 about climate change. e event will take place Another fun night, the
It’s the end of August and, right new students, a move-in recep- on Aug. 23, and lead attendees Welcome Back BBQ, will return
on time, swarms of college tion for students and families, “Twelve students will engage into the rst Shabbat of the this year. Becker promised the
students are descending onto an evening with puppies and in a semester of learning Jewish semester at Hillel. e goal is to barbecue to share food and fun
campuses across the region. pictures, pickup basketball, approaches and thinking about build Jewish engagement early
an annual barbecue bash, and the environment and sustain- in the year. See Hillels, Page 20
While professors prepare late-night pancakes.” ability,” Blum said.
lecture notes and RAs hang
their last decorations, campus He said another important e students will also work
Hillels are also nalizing plans facet of Hillel programming is closely with other campus groups
for the new year. helping students “learn about combating environmental prob-
Jewish adulting, relationship lems, Blum said, further entwining
Ira Blum, assistant director mapping, Israel” and more. the religious and secular.
of Penn Hillel at the University
of Pennsylvania, said the orga- To do so, Penn Hillel is Susan Becker, assistant
nization has a host of new and launching a new learning director of Hillel at Temple
returning programs for Jewish program called the Jewish University, also mentioned
students. Environmental Initiative, new programs.
he said.
“Student leaders have been “ is year, we are trying
working all summer to organize,” “Climate change and global out a new back-to-school expe-
he said. Among the planned environmental degradation are rience called HillelFest,” she
events include a suite of welcom- two of the most pressing con- explained.
ing events for new students. cerns of our lifetime,” Blum
explained. “It will be a big outdoor car-
nival-type event with games,
food and more.”

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Orthodox Students Embrace Secular Colleges

SCHOOL
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IN THE UNITED STATES, David Sommer and his family Eitan Schramm Photo courtesy of Eitan Schramm Ilan Schwell
more than three of every four Photo courtesy of Ilan Schwell
Orthodox young adults (79%) Photo courtesy of David Sommer “It’s the reason why I
choose to attend a secular decided not to apply to Notre Judaism because they don’t
university, a new study from part of the OU-JLIC network, the rising freshman said on Dame, the reason why I didn’t have this situation o en,” he
the Orthodox Union’s Jewish that cemented his choice in maintaining Jewish study take Georgetown too seriously. said of the Army academy.
Learning Initiative on Campus attending. while at school. It’s also the reason why I didn’t Sommer instead opted to enroll
found. Sommer attends Lower “The rabbi actually just in Cornell’s Reserve O cer
Merion Synagogue and today texted me. When I nish my application to West Training Corps.
OU-JLIC, which oversees studies at the Philadelphia was there, the rabbi pointed Point because there’s no way.
Jewish programming on 22 Community Kollel when in out some people who were Ilan Schwell echoed
college campuses, sponsors the Philadelphia region. He studying (Jewish texts). ere’s ey don’t have a Jewish life Sommer. He shared that he was
shiurim, Shabbat meals and graduated from Lower Merion probably like, what, 75 there.” apprehensive before applying
religious guidance. High School in June. Orthodox Jews there? I’ll find
“I’ve got it pretty covered,” someone to study with.” “ ey don’t make many See Orthodox, Page 20
A few students explained accommodations for Orthodox
they went the secular route
because they could maintain
their Jewish heritage.

David Sommer of Merion
said Cornell University’s secu-
lar o erings piqued his interest.
However, it was Cornell’s robust
Jewish community, which is

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AEPi’s Philly Brotherhood Survives

SCHOOL survey of 150,000 students at that don’t happen.” assault. “We need to make sure Australia, Israel and the
RACHEL WINICOV | JE FEATURE 27 schools. When asked if the national that our undergraduate broth- United Kingdom.
ers understand what proper
FOR MANY COLLEGE guys, AEPi international spokes- organization had adopted a behavior is ... but that’s some- Two of those chapters are
joining a Jewish fraternity is person Jonathan Pierce new code or taken any concrete thing that we’ve been doing for located in our region, with
rite of passage as holy as their expressed regret at the accusa- action in response to the events years and years and years.” one at Drexel University and
Bar Mitzvah. tions against Goldstein. at Temple, Pierce gave a clear another at the University of
response. Nevertheless, other AEPi Pennsylvania.
But at Temple University’s “To date, there have been no chapters have persevered and
now-defunct Alpha Epsilon official findings, but the alle- “Honestly, no. I mean, prospered amid Temple’s Jake Riesenbach of Lower
Phi fraternity, the fun events gations that were made were we’re working to educate our turmoil. Merion graduated from Drexel
organized by the group turned obviously disgusting and not brothers every day,” he said, University in June. Last year,
into to a worrisome haven for consistent with our values or noting that AEPi held its Pierce, who pledged AEPi he served as vice president of
illicit activity last year. certainly our regulations,” he annual convention Aug. 7-11. while at Vanderbilt University the school’s AEPi chapter.
said. “We’re working with our “That’s always been against our from 1982 to 1986, mentioned
As previously reported, chapters all over the world policies, probably since our there are around 186 chap- “I joined AEPi in the fall of
in May 2018 former Temple to make sure that things like founding,” he said of sexual ters across the U.S., Canada,
AEPi president Ari Goldstein See AEPi, Page 26
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unlawful restraint and false
imprisonment charges.

Two women separately
alleged Goldstein tried forc-
ing them to perform oral sex
on him, locking the door and
using physical force, accord-
ing to a Temple News report.
Goldstein’s lawyer has main-
tained that his client did not
commit a crime.

Temple officials shut down
the chapter in November
2018, citing drug and alcohol
violations.

Peter McGinnis, president
of Temple’s Interfraternity
Council, said in the wake of the
accusations, the IFC moved to
prevent sexual assault at other
fraternities.

McGinnis explained, “A
sexual assault prevention work
group was developed shortly
thereafter to plan initiatives
focused on awareness, advo-
cacy and education.”

In addition, he said, “The
IFC continues to work with
Temple’s chapter of It’s on Us,”
referencing the social move-
ment created by the Obama
administration to prevent sex-
ual assault on college campuses.

According to It’s on Us, one
in five college women are sexu-
ally assaulted during their time
at a university. The figure was
verified by a 2015 Association
of American Universities

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California Legislators Symbolically Affix slashing the tires with a knife. Jewish genes than in the U.S. was found during
Mezuzahs to Office Doors Police are investigating the vandalism as a testing in Russia, Argentina and Ukraine.
IN SUPPORT OF recently passed legislation that Former NBA Player Returns to Israel
prohibits landlords and homeowners associations hate crime. After a decade in the NBA, Israeli Omri Casspi is
from preventing tenants from hanging mezuzahs, Lakewood is home to a large Orthodox Jewish returning to his native land to play for the Maccabi
Jewish California state legislators returning from Tel Aviv team, the Algemeiner reported.
summer recess attached mezuzahs to their office community, as well as one of the largest yeshivas
doors, JTA reported. in the nation. Its population has grown rapidly — Casspi called the team, “the first, second and
from about 60,000 in 2000 to more than 100,000 third option.”
A bill was introduced when Jewish renters and by 2017.
condo owners were asked to remove mezuzahs During his 10 years in the NBA, Casspi played on
because of apartment complex or building policy. Jewish Gene Prevalence in Hungary several teams, including a championship season with
The state’s Jewish Caucus of legislators pushed for Doubles That of United States the Golden State Warriors. He was injured this past
the bill — known as the mezuzah bill — preventing About 7.5% of nearly 5,000 people tested in season and was waived by the Memphis Grizzlies. He
that practice. Some secular, Catholic and Hindu Hungary had more than 25% Jewish Ashkenazi also played with the Sacramento Kings, Cleveland
organizations also supported the bill. genes — more than double that of people tested in Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, New Orleans Pelicans
the United States, JTA reported. and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Over his NBA
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law career, the forward averaged 7.9 points per game and
during the legislative recess. Gilad Japhet, the founder and CEO of MyHeritage, 4 rebounds per game.
which did the testing in conjunction with the Institute
Jews Victims of Multiple Tire Slashings for Jewish Policy Research, said the testing sug- During an Aug. 14 interview with Israeli news site
in Lakewood, New Jersey gests that, excluding Israel, Hungary has the highest Mako, Caspi said he and his family were returning to
Police are investigating the slashing of more than prevalence of Ashkenazi genes worldwide. Israel — he played from 2005-2009 with Maccabi Tel
100 car tires in largely Jewish Lakewood, New Jersey, Aviv — because they “were looking for very specific
JTA reported. About 100,000 people in Hungary are considered things both as a family and on a professional level.
Jewish, or about 1% of the country’s population. One of the things that mattered to us was stability on
ABC News reported that all of the vandalized both levels. We wanted a place that strives to win a
cars belong to or are used by Jews. It also aired Testing in the United States and Canada revealed championship or high-level competition.” l
security footage showing someone in a hoodie that only 3.5% of those tested recorded Ashkenazi
Jewish genes at a rate exceeding 25% of their
genetic material. Greater prevalence of Ashkenazi

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El Al Flight Attendant Dies From Measles FIDF 9TH ANNUAL GALA
AN EL AL flight attendant who contracted measles
several months ago on a flight from New York has died, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
JTA reported.

Rotem Amitai, 43, died at an Israeli hospital on Aug. 13.
The mother of three contracted the disease in late March after
a sick passenger boarded a flight; she was hospitalized and
placed into an induced coma, The Jerusalem Post reported
at the time. She had been on a respirator and had reportedly
suffered brain damage.

The Times of Israel reported that Amtai had only received one
measles vaccine shot instead of the recommended two.

The Health Ministry in Israel ordered local airlines to
inoculate their staff in late April, prompting more than 250 El Al
crew members to be vaccinated.

Israel Deports Guest Worker and Israel-Born Son SALUTING IDF SOLDIERS
A raid by Israel’s Population and Immigration Authority on
Aug. 12 resulted in the deportation of a guest worker from HONOREES
the Philippines and her 12-year-old Israeli-born son, JTA
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wealthiest neighborhoods. Jewish Exponent, the photos in
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On the other end of the spectrum are the Ramat Elchanan Federation Announces
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Santa Rosa, Sonoma County a Worthy Visit

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SANTA ROSA IS a beautiful The historic Santa Rosa railroad station survived the great earthquake of 1906, and today is served Famed horticulturist Luther Burbank made
city of 175,000 just 55 miles his plant magic in Santa Rosa, and his home
north of San Francisco. It is by the SMART train and houses a California welcome center. Photos by Jeff Orenstein and gardens are open to the public.
a delightful urban enclave
that serves as the gateway to and a bustling cultural scene. • The California Welcome Santa Rosa commuters and visitors are served by the SMART train, which
the world-renowned Sonoma If you get tired of wine, Center in Railroad Square offers swift service toward San Francisco Bay and to the Sonoma County
Valley wine country. for maps, advice, discount Airport. An extension deep into wine country is under construction.
beer and great food in town, coupons, etc.
The biggest city in Sonoma Santa Rosa boasts 66 parks, Simply Smart Travel Tip: right downtown. Most of the
County, it is an ideal base and the surrounding moun- • The Luther Burbank Home The beautiful Luther Burbank national chains have prop-
and jumping-off point for a tains are a mecca for hikers and Gardens Gardens are free. erties in and around Santa
wine-country vacation. and mountain bikers. Rosa. Prices are a little more
Getting There: If You Have Several Days: When to Go: Year- affordable than many other
Santa Rosa is close to every- Santa Rosa can be easily reached • The Charles M. Schultz round. Winter can be rainy, Sonoma locations.
thing that makes Sonoma what it by highway, air or train. and summers are hot but
is: wineries, urban tasting rooms, • By air, the nearest airport Museum not humid. September and Special Travel Interests:
an incredible variety of restau- • A wine tasting trip to nearby October are busy given near- Wine, historic buildings,
rants, craft beer, California’s is the Charles M. Schultz ideal weather. Peanuts cartoon memorabilia. l
rugged coast and diverse outdoor Sonoma County Airport Sonoma County wineries
adventure opportunities. No (STS), just 8 miles away. and the Russian River Valley Where to Stay: The Hyatt Jeffrey and Virginia Orenstein
wonder it is becoming a desir- San Francisco International • A scenic drive to the coast Vineyard and Marriott are travel writers from Sarasota,
able bedroom community for (SFO) is 67 miles away, at Bodega Bay, where Alfred Courtyard at Railroad Florida.
the Bay Area since the Sonoma- Oakland International Hitchcock filmed The Birds. Square are convenient and
Marin Area Rail Transportation (OAK) is 68 miles away.
train and other improvements • By train, the SMART Ginny O’s Tips for Dressing
have arrived, and living costs are regional train serves Santa the Simply Smart Travel
a bit lower than in the big city. Rosa. The nearest Amtrak Way for Santa Rosa:
station is Suisun-Fairfield at Chic but comfortable clothes are
Santa Rosa’s resilience is 55 miles. It is connected to in order for Santa Rosa and wine
evident. Despite the wildfires Santa Rosa by coordinated country. With many day trip-
that devastated parts of the bus service. pers and vacationers from the
town and surrounding areas in • By car, California highways San Francisco Bay area, stylish
2017, the urban area is both 101 and 12 meet at Santa Rosa. casual and trendy are common.
bustling and welcoming. The Must-Sees for a Short Stay:
downtown was untouched by • Railroad Square and Court- This Destination at a
the fires, and the neighbor- house Square restaurants Glance:
hoods that were burned are well and shops Over 50 Advantage: Good
along in the rebuilding process. museums and restaurants and
proximity to wine country
There is plenty to do to
occupy you in Santa Rosa Mobility Level: Low
proper for a long weekend and
certainly more than you can
accomplish in a day trip from
the Bay Area.

Start with some great shop-
ping and restaurants in Historic
Railroad Square and nearby
Courthouse Square. Check out
the lush gardens surrounding
Luther Burbank’s home, and
don’t forget the Charles M.
Schulz Museum and Research
Center, dedicated to the famed
Peanuts cartoonist who made
his home in Santa Rosa. There is
also family fun at the Children’s
Museum of Sonoma County

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Lucy and Woodstock greet visitors in front of the California Welcome IF YOU ARE INTERESTED in maintaining Regional Jewish Community Resources
Center at Historic Railroad Square. a connection with the Jewish community • The Jewish Family and Children’s Service
while in Santa Rosa, the abundance of Jewish
resources available there make that possible. of San Francisco, Marin, Peninsula and
Sonoma. The Sonoma County office is in
The city is also just an hour’s drive from San Santa Rosa.
Francisco and environs, a rich center of Jewish • The Jewish Federation of San Francisco,
activity. Additionally, several Jewish congre- Marin, Peninsula and Sonoma is an active
gations and a range of Jewish resources are federation.
available in Sonoma County. • The Jewish Community Relations Council
Jewish Resources in Santa Rosa is a San Francisco-based agency that rep-
If you are seeking a synagogue, Congregation resents Jews in areas of social justice,
Beth Ami, Congregation Shomrei Torah and intergroup relations and Israel.
the Sonoma County Chabad Jewish Center • Hillel of Sonoma County serves Jewish
are located in Santa Rosa. students at Sonoma State University and
Santa Rosa Junior College.
Also, the Jewish Community Center of • Jewish LearningWorks in San Francisco
Sonoma County based in Santa Rosa is a maintains a library and holds educational
JCC without walls that offers cultural events, programs.
and educational and spiritual opportunities • Regional congregations can be found at B’nai
for the Jewish residents and visitors in the Israel Jewish Center in Petaluma, Chabad
county. It maintains an office in Santa Rosa. Jewish Center of Petaluma, Congregation
Jewish summer camps in Santa Rosa include Shir Shalom in Sonoma, Congregation Ner
Camp Chai and Sonoma County Summer Shalom in Cotati and the Russian River
Day Camp, and there are several more in the Jewish Community in West Sonoma. Many
region, including Healdsburg and Yosemite. also maintain religious schools. l

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Professionals few years. The last conference Some of the Philadelphians who attended JPRO19 in Detroit this year Photo by Addie Lewis Klein
was in 2016 in Columbus, Ohio.
Continued from Page 1 factor that she greatly appre- Jewish Federation, and leapt at Also like Berger, she was
While the conferences still ciated was the reflection of an the chance to go. grateful to receive a subsidy
energizing conferences she’s feature sessions on best practices oft-missed fact: Seven in 10 from the Jewish Federation to
attended in her decades of in fundraising, in keeping with Jewish communal profession- “I raised my hand and said, attend. She expected a fairly
doing so. the organization’s origins, the als are women, she said. Thus, ‘Me! Me! Me!’” Berger laughed. typical conference: panels,
scope of what is expected of a to speak on and be spoken to workshops and the like, and
Her proof? A majority of Jewish communal professional is by panels that often reflected What she found was a group perhaps a chance to meet a few
the people seemed to actually much broader than it used to be. this reality was a welcome that wanted to “lead authen- interesting people. But the con-
attend the sessions they signed experience. tically,” as she put it, to give ference turned out to be much
up for. This year’s conference one’s full self to the job of more than that, even though
focused on four thematic areas: Attendees discussed the forging Jewish community in there are few people whose job
“I don’t think I’ve ever seen Diversity, Equity, Inclusion most pressing material and cul- the hopes that it would inspire descriptions match hers. Days
that at a conference,” Adler said. and Justice; Building Resilient tural issues facing the Jewish the people who make up that after the conference, she was
Communities (essentially, how community today, Adler said, community. still brimming with excitement
JPRO has only been called to react and stay strong during from the persistence of poverty over the people she had met.
JPRO since 2014; originally crises); Civil Discourse in in the American Jewish world Aside from a weekend of
founded in 1899 as the National Complex Times; and Designing to the increasingly difficult acquiring new knowledge and “It was actually kind of
Conference of Jewish Charities, Workplaces for the Future. It prospect of unified community skills, Berger said, she was able fantastic,” she said.
the organization began as a was more than enough to fill sentiment on Israel. All topics to connect with other Jewish
network of Jewish community the three-day conference with were discussed passionately communal professionals from One thing that made it
members teaching one another roundtables, panels, smaller dis- and respectfully. across the country, which was special was the surprises.
how to most effectively raise cussion groups and, as Adler and a good way to learn about best
and distribute charitable dona- others from the Philadelphia Her favorite line of the practices from people in simi- “Like, oh my gosh, it would
tions to millions of recently delegation tell it, plenty of extra- week? “We have to put the joy lar positions. have never occurred to me
arrived immigrants. Later, it curricular discussion. back into the oy of Judaism,” that the development team of
became a version of what it is she said. Ironically, it was also a a JCC in Canada would have
today — a national network of “The vibe was something I chance to meet Jewish com- so much to offer for the work
Jewish communal profession- never experienced before at a In terms of local rep- munal professionals from that I want to be doing here
als, with chapters across the conference,” Adler said. One resentation, it wasn’t just Philadelphia, Berger said, such in Philadelphia here as an
country, that convenes every Jewish Federation representa- as Galia Godel, the LGBTQ educator,” she said.
tives at JPRO, though some Initiative program manager at
Spiritual Possibilities of Mikveh members of the Philadelphia Jewish Family and Children’s She was especially energized
with author, Lori T. Cooper delegation were subsidized by Service who was recently pro- by the discussions regarding
the organization. Eve Berger, filed in The Forward. One of the polarization.
interviewed by Rabbi Merow the Philadelphia director of key elements of Godel’s work
Moving Traditions, heard is to improve Jewish organi- “It felt so useful and
• Learn how immersion can signify the beginning of about JPRO through Penina zations’ inclusivity for LGBTQ moving, and I was really
a new interval in your life Hoffnung, the senior manager members of their communities. excited about it,” Godel said. l
of community engagement at
• Understand how the mikveh can be a source of Like Berger, Godel heard [email protected];
healing, comfort, and freedom about JPRO through Hoffnung. 215-832-0740

Thursday, September 12 - 7:30 pm

Lori T. Cooper has been the director of The Mikveh at Temple Beth
Hillel-Beth El in Wynnewood, PA since it opened in 2002. She serves as a
guide and facilitator, creating rituals and helping to provide an inclusive,
gender neutral and safe space for all.

Beth Sholom Congregation
8231 Old York Road Elkins Park PA
RSVP: [email protected]
or 215-887-1342 x109

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But where public schools Jewish connectedness, then her decision to go back. Her You can really change some
Continued from Page 1 teaching is a Jewish day school pension was what allowed her children’s lives, and I like to
really beat day schools is the is much more than a job,” to retire in June, she said. think that I really, really did.”
day school versus a public bene ts, Schorr said. At pub- Schorr said. “It’s a calling.”
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With Congresswomen’s Trip, Israel Faced a No-Win Situation

BY TOBY TABACHNICK of Congress into Israel.” an article, since retracted, that overboard and is off-target. she tweeted: “Pretending that
That’s where things should promoted the “blood libel” When Israel announced it this act somehow balances or
I WATCHED WITH unease doctrine, claiming that “Jews mitigates Israel violating the
last week as the Israeli gov- have ended. But last Thursday, used the blood of Christians in would permit a visit from Tlaib dignity & rights of Palestinians
ernment fumbled its response Israel announced that the legis- the Jewish Passover.” on “humanitarian grounds” so — or undermines case for
to plans by Congresswomen lators were no longer welcome, that she could visit her aging defending Palestinian rights —
Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., and declaring that their announced Moreover, although Omar grandmother, she quickly is deplorable!”
Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., to visit itinerary “reveals that the sole said that she planned to meet decided she wasn’t coming after
Israel and the territories. purpose of their visit is to harm with some Knesset members all. Although in a letter she had And both congresswomen
Israel and increase incitement prior to being joined on the agreed to refrain from BDS have suggested that cutting
When the two announced against it,” referring also to their trip by Tlaib, the congress- activity if only she could visit U.S. financial aid to the Jewish
their trip last month, everyone support of the boycott, divest- women’s joint itinerary did her grandmother, the congress- state might be an appropriate
knew that their purpose was not ments and sanctions move- not include meetings with woman had a curious change of response to their ban.
to gain a deeper understanding ment, and Israel’s prohibition any Israeli officials. Rather, heart, claiming that to refrain
of the policies of the Israeli on allowing BDS advocates to the trip centered on visits to from BDS activities would Israel’s first response to the
government. Nonetheless, enter the country. the Palestinian territories and be “oppressive.” trip — allowing Omar and Tlaib
Israel’s U.S. Ambassador, Ron meetings with Palestinian into the country — made sense.
Dermer, issued a diplomati- So what changed after the nonprofits and activists. Both Omar and Tlaib have Members of the U.S. Congress,
cally worded welcome: “Out of upbeat Dermer statement? moved far beyond mere crit- regardless of their political
respect for the U.S. Congress Many observers pointed to a The decision of Israel to icism of the Israeli govern- views, should be welcome to
and the great alliance between tweet from President Donald refuse admittance to Tlaib and ment, teetering on the edge of visit the Jewish state. That’s
Israel and America, we would Trump, which warned, “It Omar angered many of Israel’s anti-Semitism. On Aug. 16, part of the price for America’s
not deny entry to any member would show great weakness if Democratic friends, including the two shared a cartoon on decades-long bipartisan support
Israel allowed Rep. Omar and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Instagram by a cartoonist who for Israel. Although the context
Rep. Tlaib to visit.” Almost D-Calif., who called it “a sign of placed second in Iran’s 2006 in which the Jewish state made
immediately thereafter, Israel weakness.” Many mainstream Holocaust cartoon contest. its decision is critical in under-
announced the ban. Jewish organizations, including The cartoon depicts Prime standing what was really going
AIPAC, Jewish Federations of Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on here, the fallout has simply
But whether Trump’s tweet North America and American and President Donald Trump amplified the voices of these
had anything to do with the ban Jewish Committee were silencing Omar and Tlaib, with a anti-Israel representatives.
is unclear, especially following also critical. Star of David prominently placed
media reports of the congress- in the center of the cartoon. Israel was faced with two
women’s scheduled itinerary It is true that Israel made a bad choices. The one it chose
while in Israel, and a revelation mistake in changing course Omar could not even was the worse of the two — but
of the insidious anti-Semitism and banning two American muster condemnation of the not by a lot. l
of the group that was sponsoring legislators from visiting. But Palestinian Authority for its
their trip, Miftah, an organi- it’s also true that the barrage of recent ban of LGBTQ activi- Toby Tabachnick is a senior staff
zation that has praised suicide criticism Israel has faced in the ties without trying to make it writer at the Pittsburgh Jewish
bombers and once published wake of its decision has gone about Israel. Earlier this week, Chronicle.

Community Leader Leaves Unfinished Business

BY LOU BALCHER leader in Bucks County, Miller could always count on Garry to Sheinberg continued, “When Bucks County for more than 26
took pride in rising in the show up and share his point of we needed help, he was there.” years. I have known him to be
IT WAS A shock that Garry ranks of the Federation’s Young view. Back in 2016, we arranged a tireless and always counted
Miller, 70, succumbed to a Leadership Council. He enjoyed six open community conversa- In recent months, Miller on community presence. In
heart attack on Aug. 10. sharing stories of the growth of tions in a two-month period, all added to his repertoire of recent years, seeing him at
the Bucks Jewish community, over Greater Philadelphia, and community involvements regular Kehillah meetings, at
A staunch Jewish community and his role in the formation of Garry came to four of them. by becoming co-chair of the the festival, the Israel Forum,
the Bucks branch of the Philly To me, that demonstrated true Israel Forum, joining with the I would also see him at other
Jewish Federation, which in the dedication.” leadership of Albert Algazi. Jewish organizational meet-
late ’90s and early 2000s had its The grassroots Israel educa- ings, whether it was Zionist
own staffed office. Alan Sheinberg, outgoing tion and advocacy forum for Organization of America,
co-chair of the Bucks Kehillah, Bucks County has been pro- Israel Bonds or the Jewish
Miller was remembered by counted on Miller sharing a per- ducing programs countywide National Fund.
many. spective and strong advocacy for for the last decade in order to
issues for community and Israel make sure that residents are We would find each other,
“I will remember Garry at regular Kehillah meetings. informed of the latest issues then he and I would spend
fondly as a dedicated volunteer and concerns regarding Israel. a few minutes to discuss the
leader in our Jewish commu- “Garry had a good, caring latest community concern and
nity,” said Addie Lewis Klein, feeling for the Jews of Bucks My own connections with strategize on how to engage
director of community engage- County,” he said. With his pres- Miller have been as a fellow
ment for the Jewish Federation ence as a community leader traveler in Israel and Jewish See Balcher, Page 18
of Greater Philadelphia. “I at the June Bucks Festival, community activism, based in

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Netanyahu’s Lasting Damage to KVETCH ’N KVELL

Israeli-American Relations Must-Read Maus
I WANT TO commend “Staff Picks: Five Most Influential
billion since World War II) to instance of Netanyahu compro- Books,” Aug. 8, for a fascinating variety of excellent books, some
the Jewish state. In return, the mising our connection, as he of which I have read and others I am now motivated to get.
Israeli administration should, reversed an earlier decision and
at the very least, respect the decided not to allow Reps. Omar I would like to add my own recommendation — and I was a
offices and the esteemed deci- and Tlaib into Israel. Though bit surprised that no one mentioned it: Maus (both volumes I
sion makers who provide that there was the shaky justifica- and II, or in a set called The Complete Maus) by American car-
funding. After all, this unwav- tion of the law banning pro-BDS toonist Art Spiegelman. This Pulitzer Prize-winning story of the
ering, bipartisan commitment supporters from entering the Holocaust is possibly the greatest graphic novel ever written, but
to Israel isn’t for naught — it’s country, Netanyahu should have don’t let the concept of a graphic novel put you off.
to forge and strengthen our taken the opportunity to allow
mutual connection. these two representatives to see In terms of Holocaust literature, this is an absolute must-
In March of 2015, Netanyahu the beauty and wonder that read. It depicts Spiegelman interviewing his father, with whom
famously circumvented Obama Israel offers for themselves. he has a difficult relationship, about his experiences as a Polish
when he came to the U.S. and All of Netanyahu’s excuses Jew and Holocaust survivor. The work employs postmodernist
addressed both chambers of about why these two representa- techniques and represents Jews as mice, Germans as cats and
BY JONATHAN FINK Congress without Obama’s tives were banned from visiting Poles as pigs. Absolute sheer brilliance. There was a follow up
prior knowledge. Many in the barely hold up, since Israeli called Meta-Maus that is a collection of interviews, essays and
THE UNITED STATES and Democratic Party took offense, Ambassador Ron Dermer said, illustrations that led to the creation of Maus that also should not
United Kingdom may have a and saw the action as Bibi just a month ago, that Israel be missed.
“special relationship,” but the undermining and disrespecting would allow Tlaib and Omar
relationship between the U.S. the U.S. president. in “out of respect for the U.S. Arlene Steinberg | Northeast Philadelphia
and Israel as bilateral allies is The already rocky relation- Congress.” Dermer held the
just as powerful — that is, unless ship got further complicated correct, respectful attitude ini- The Big Picture
Netanyahu has his way. His when Netanyahu worked tially — a position that might After reading “Don’t Use Tragedy to Win Political Points”
decision to ban Rep. Rashida against what would be one have mended some of the bonds (Aug. 15), I just felt the need to reply. It is commendable that the
Tlaib, D-Mich., and Rep. Ilhan of Obama’s signature accom- Netanyahu has broken over the author, Jack Elbaum, is so interested in political life as a high
Omar, D-Minn., from visiting plishments, the Iran nuclear years. Alas, Bibi has an election school student.
Israel due to their public calls to deal. This deal, announced in coming up, and in an apparent
boycott the country was just the June 2015, was heavily nego- nod to the demands of his right- Being Jewish means a great many things to me, one of them
tip of the iceberg and follows a tiated by major nations such wing base, he capitulated to the being able to try to follow the lessons in our Bible. As a Jew, I am
pattern of Netanyahu putting as China, the U.S., the United demands of President Trump appalled at the things that are being bandied about concerning
himself first, and the Israeli- people of color and different religions by my peers. Those who
American relationship second. Netanyahu is playing a short-term game; putting endorse Trump willingly align themselves with his administra-
cracks in the U.S.-Israel relationship leaves his tion, whatever they are supporting. I do hope the writer, at his
The prime minister of Israel, support, especially in the Democratic Party, on young age, understands that. He must learn to use his conscience
Benjamin Netanyahu, com- shakier ground. when choosing to align himself with a cause or person that can
monly referred to as “Bibi,” change society. As a nation, we must try to see all of our citizens
is currently the longest-serv- Kingdom, Russia, France and instead, reversing his deci- as people who deserve life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
ing prime minister in Israeli Germany. sion almost immediately after
history, serving his current Trump tweeted his displeasure. Leaders who incite violence and hate against our own peo-
term since 2009. He’s been in Making the deal happen ple, whichever political party, do not deserve this nation’s
office during the tenure of two was no small feat, and while Netanyahu is playing a support. Trump has split this nation, which weakens it and
United States presidents, Barack it wasn’t without its faults, short-term game; putting causes our allies to question our ability to be a world power. I
Obama and Donald Trump, and Netanyahu was one of its cracks in the U.S.-Israel rela- have found that supporting a candidate because of one cause is
has had plenty of opportunity most vocal critics, calling it tionship leaves his support, narrow-minded and often dangerous to our nation. Please always
to make meaningful progress “a mistake of historic propor- especially in the Democratic look at the big picture. l
in fostering a strong relation- tions” and actively lobbying Party, on shakier ground. There
ship between our two countries. against it. Netanyahu’s rejec- are those who say that the Jacqueline Baver | Warminster
Instead, he has consistently tion of the historic deal gave US-Israel relationship is stron-
shown disrespect toward U.S. left-leaning Democrats in ger than ever. However, getting Statement From the Publisher
government officials in order the U.S. the impression, once short-term political gain from
to shore up his right-wing base. again, that Netanyahu was working with Republicans We are a diverse community. The views expressed in the opinion columns and letters
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historically been bipartisan, Israeli-American relationship. Federation of Greater Philadelphia. Send letters to [email protected] or fax to
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Pennsylvania’s Jewish Students Balcher Before the event, there will
Are Safer Than Ever, But More be a moment of silence to
Needs to Be Done Continued from Page 16 honor Miller’s memory.

and Pennsylvania’s General items on our agenda for the synagogues and organizations In remembering his
Assembly passed a state budget coming legislative season, for collaborations, particularly in untimely passing, I can hear
that included an unprecedented including an increase in the matters of support for Israel, as Miller’s voice encouraging us
$3.2 million — a 597% increase EITC program, we will also be well as young adult involvement. to redouble our efforts to work
over last year — to dramatically working to increase the fund- together for Israel and our
expand security grant resources ing available for textbooks, At the point of his untimely Jewish community. He left us
for Jewish and other religious which has remained stagnant passing, Miller was working suddenly and way too soon. In
and nonpublic K-12 schools. As a for five years now despite the with Algazi and some 30 other the echo of the void of his pres-
result, this year, for the first time, increases in Basic Education Israel Forum activists on pro- ence, I hear the call to proceed
nonpublic schools (including Funding that should necessi- ducing an event on Sept. 11 at with his unfinished business
our day schools and yeshivas) tate nonpublic school increased 7:30 p.m. at the Newtown Jewish in support of community and
will be allowed to use the grants textbook, materials and ser- Chabad Center, 25 N. State St. Israel. l
to pay not only for school police vices funding. And lastly, as The Israel Forum will be viewing
officers but also to hire other health safety is inadequate, we the documentary Hate Spaces Lou Balcher served from 2004-
security and resource officers; will continue our work to keep narrated by Alan Dershowitz, 2013 as director of academic affairs
purchase and install a range of students safe and healthy with and have a panel discussion on to the Consulate General of Israel to
security equipment such as fenc- broader school nurse services. the challenges Israel is facing on the Mid-Atlantic Region.
ing, lighting, bulletproof doors college campuses.
and windows and alarm systems There is a special excitement
BY ARIELLE FRANKSTON-MORRIS to bolster building safety; and in the air as students head Fink has come to depend on.
to provide educators, students, back to school and a new year This is not just a problem
IN THE COMING weeks, more parents and guardians with begins. And yes, it’s under- Continued from Page 17
than 3,000 of Pennsylvania’s security and violence prevention standable that Pennsylvania for Bibi; a rejection of Israel’s
Jewish students will head back programming. parents — like all parents a healthy and strong relation- interests would hurt American
to day schools around the state — worry about the safety of ship — instead, it shows a weak interests as well. Those who
— many in the Pittsburgh area. These legislative wins reflect their children while they are one. A strong relationship with think the strong U.S.-Israel
For many parents, the usual the goal of Teach PA: to sup- in school. However, the good only half of a government is relationship doesn’t matter
routine of homework, test port a strong Jewish present to news is that our politicians are not only unsustainable, but are short-sighted and need to
studying preparation and that ensure a strong Jewish future. listening, and we’ve made won- against the democratic ideals look at the bigger picture. The
nagging fear of school secu- And Jewish education and basic derful strides in getting more that Israel claims to stand for. support that the U.S. provides
rity will return. Parents send safety are key. Since our found- security funding from them. Israel is an investment in the
their children to school each ing in 2013, Teach PA, a division Should he continue to region as a whole, advancing
day excited for the experiences of the Orthodox Union’s Teach You, too, can make a differ- disrespect congresspeople our strategic interests and
and education they will gain, Coalition, has been advocating ence here. If we want our state and administrative officials benefitting us technologically
but as attacks on schools and for equitable government fund- legislature to include all students in the Democratic party, he and militarily.
in the Jewish community have ing for Pennsylvania nonpublic in the provision of funding for may find himself in the pre-
proliferated, many are left won- schools. We’ve made tremendous security protection, then we need carious position of having Our relationship is too
dering if their children will be safe strides in the areas of security, to speak up and show up. Ask support from only one party: strong, too special and too
in school. the Educational Improvement how your local politicians stand the Republicans. With a important for both countries to
Tax Credit program and fund- on school security funding for divided Senate and House, this risk. Netanyahu can and must
The Anti-Defamation League ing for educational resources for nonpublic schools. Ask them if could mean he will not have do better than this or he could
reports that there were 48% more schools, but there is still much they are following what’s hap- enough votes in the future to damage our relationship forever
anti-Semitic episodes in 2018 to be done. pening in other states. You can advance his interests. In the — and he’ll be largely to blame. l
than in 2016, and 99% more than call their offices, send them an worst case scenario, he would
in 2015. We in Pennsylvania felt This coming year will be email, partner with Teach PA on be unable to secure the finan- Jonathan Fink is a member of
this first-hand last October when another bold one. The security a program in your neighborhood, cial and military support Israel Philadelphia’s young professional
members of the Tree of Life*Or program is by no means broad but most importantly, please Jewish community.
L’Simcha Congregation were enough and funded appropri- remember to show up and vote.
gunned down while attending ately to keep Pennsylvania’s No election is too small when Jcooinnvtehrseation!
Shabbat services. This isn’t just kids safe. It’s a start, and we are it comes to showing our elected
something we read about in the proud of the campaign thus far. officials what matters most to us: Tell us what you’re thinking
papers or watched on television. With continued coalition build- our children’s security. l and interact with the community
It was something that directly ing with other faith groups and at jewishexponent.com
impacted the fabric of our com- school associations, we will push Arielle Frankston-Morris is the Connect with us on
munity and left us wondering a safety agenda forward and keep executive director of Teach PA.
if we’re safe going to synagogue identifying champion legislators. For more information, visit
on Shabbat morning and if our teachcoalition.org/pa.
children will be safe in school. There are other policy

The good news is that our
politicians are listening.

In July, Gov. Tom Wolf

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Portuguese Cod: Delicious, Despite
a Tumultuous Past Century

FOOD subsequently learned from an Portuguese cod industry. Cod with Cilantro Photos by Keri White
KERI WHITE | JE FOOD COLUMNIST Uber driver named Jorge that In 1926, however, things
most of the cod consumed in NAME: AUTHENTIC KOSHER CHINESE ; WIDTH:
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in particular, although sole, indeed correct.
tuna, haddock, hake, mack- In 1942, the regime initiated
erel, grouper, amberjack, bass, It all started back in the 1600s the “Cod Campaign,” which
sea bream, sardines and others when Portugal dominated the was designed to boost domestic
that I can’t even remember are Age of Exploration. Fishing fleets production capacity. Like every-
available in plentitude. would head to Newfoundland, thing else, the cod industry was
where cod was bountiful, and forced under state control and,
Because a large part of the the fresh catch would be dried by 1958, Portugal was back in
typical Portuguese diet is com- in salt to preserve it for the long the cod business full throttle,
prised of shellfish and pork journey home. with 80% of the fish consumed
products and vegetables are not there being caught and pro-
a big part of the local diet, Eventually, Portugal turned cessed domestically — although
fish, by delicious default, takes its focus eastward, where the the fishermen were neither paid
center stage. spice routes from India proved nor treated well.
extremely profitable, but the
Salt cod, or bacalhau, is prac- taste for cod on the home front The industry began to decline
tically a staple food in Portugal, remained. Consequently, the in the 1960s when some impor-
so I assumed cod inhabited British began to supply cod to tation began, and the dictator,
local waters and every man, Portugal and, by the 1900s, António de Oliveira Salazar,
woman and child was able to there was virtually no domestic was overthrown in 1974. This
catch it in their backyards. We caused the local industry once
more to collapse as competitive
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Food is completely cooked, flakes eas- Hillels volunteering with the Jewish She laid out the itinerary,
ily and is opaque throughout. Relief Agency and a challah packed with fun events.
Continued from Page 19 Continued from Page 7 bake sale.”
“We have a memorable
COD WITH CILANTRO COD IN TOMATO SAUCE during the often-stressful first Hillel at Drexel will also look Shabbat experience with chal-
Serves 4 Serves 4 week of classes. for student leaders during that lah braiding, strolls on the
“We are hoping all new time, she said. The organiza- Schuylkill River Trail, services
My husband had this dish at a This simple preparation is clas- freshman and transfer students tion will host an “involvement led by all our minyan groups.”
restaurant called O Pescador sic throughout Portugal and come check these things out to fair” to encourage students to
in Caiscais, a beach town 25 can be used with most any fish. get to know Hillel a bit, and of attend Hillel events and apply Rosenberg closed by men-
miles west of Lisbon. The cilan- If using a thinner, more delicate course, enjoy free food,” she said. for leadership opportunities tioning programming for
tro mixture would work well fish — like sole or flounder — S i m i l a r l y, Hannah within Hillel. the High Holidays. Hillel at
on any fish, and I’m keen to reduce the cooking time. Serve Rosenberg, director of engage- Drexel decided upon a themed
try it as an accompaniment this over rice or with crusty ment at Hillel at Drexel, said Rosenberg said one of approach for the High Holidays
to chicken, meat, veggies or bread to mop up the sauce. excitedly that her organization Hillel’s most popular programs this year, she said, calling it
stirred into rice. has “lots of things coming up.” is returning stronger than ever. “What do you dare to dream?”
4 cod fillets, about 1½ pounds “Drexel doesn’t have an “Jewniversity,” as it’s called,
4 cod fillets, about 1½ total ‘Orientation Week’ like most allows incoming freshmen to “The first step to actualiz-
pounds total college campuses,” Rosenberg move in early and explore the ing our dreams is having the
2 tablespoons olive oil said, so instead Hillel at city as a Jewish cohort. This is courage to vocalize them,” she
1 medium-sized onion, 1 medium onion, chopped finely Drexel organizes events during especially important, as one of explained. “The new year in the
coarsely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced students’ first week on campus. Drexel’s two freshman move-in academic and Jewish calendars
2 large tomatoes, chopped During this week, Rosenberg dates falls on Shabbat. offers us a moment to summon
4 cloves garlic, peeled said, “we’re having events the courage to dream big as
1 bunch fresh cilantro, coarsely, with juice like S’mores and Havdalah, A record 52 students have we set our intentions for what
⅓ cup dry white wine already registered for the expe- we hope to accomplish in the
rinsed well Salt and pepper to taste Orthodox rience, Rosenberg said. coming 12 months.” l
½ cup olive oil, divided Israel have contributed to their it’s a good film school and had a
Salt and pepper to taste In a large skillet with a Continued from Page 8 acceptance of secular university. good Jewish community, which
cover, heat the oil and sauté the is something they cared about.”
Heat your oven to 350 degrees. onions, garlic, salt and pepper. to the University of Pittsburgh. A May JTA article found
Place the cod fillets in a shallow When they begin to sizzle, add Now a rising senior, Schwell that at some religious high Schramm added his closest
baking dish; drizzle them with ¼ tomatoes and wine. serves as community service schools, more than 90% of friends at Drexel are likewise
cup of olive oil and sprinkle them chair of Chabad at Pitt. graduating seniors spend a involved with Hillel. On
with salt and pepper. Simmer the mixture until the year in Israel before attending Fridays, they celebrate Shabbat
tomatoes begin to break down and “I was a little worried. Then, university. Often, they attend together.
In a blender or food processor, form a sauce, about 5 minutes. during junior or senior year of yeshiva or seminary programs
place the onion, garlic, cilantro high school, I visited Pitt with that emphasize religious learn- While his parents are reli-
and the remaining ¼ cup of olive Carefully place the cod fil- two friends for a weekend. I really ing without secular distraction. gious, Schramm said he never
oil. Puree until smooth. lets in sauce, cover and simmer liked it. We saw the Hillel and the felt pressure to hold a Jewish-
over low heat for about 15 min- Chabad. They seemed like they Eitan Schramm, a ris- related career. Aspiring to join
Spoon equal parts of the utes, basting frequently with were enough for me,” he said. ing sophomore at Drexel the entertainment industry,
cilantro mixture onto the fillets, the sauce, and turning halfway University, lived in Beit he studies film and television
and bake them in the oven for through cooking until done. l The Bala Cynwyd local, Shemesh after graduating from at Drexel and produces short
about 30 minutes until the fish who became a Bar Mitzvah high school. The Los Angeles films on his YouTube channel,
at Lower Merion Synagogue, native said the majority of his “Space Nerd Entertainment.”
changing added that “my freshman-year graduating class similarly lived
addresses? roommate was somebody that I in the Holy Land. Schramm admits he has
knew from the Jewish commu- embraced aspects of Drexel’s
DON’T MISS A nity. So, I knew I at least had “It was a Jewish high school, secular culture, which occa-
SINGLE ISSUE one person.” so yeah, it was crazy,” he said sionally causes friction with
on the number of his peers his parents.
OF THE He soon fell into Jewish who attended Israel gap-year
life he said. “I started out just programs. “It was hard at first.
Call 215.832.0700 going to dinners, like Shabbat. Especially the first Shabbat I
or email subscriptions@ Then I started doing more Schramm spent seven didn’t keep on my own. I was
things and met a lot of great months at Yeshivat Ashreinu, really uncomfortable for those
jewishexponent.com people. Eventually, they asked learning Torah, volunteering 24 hours.”
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really like it.” exploring Israel. He said his Calling home to check in
experience in the religious pro- after the weekend, Schramm
While neither Sommer nor gram later assayed his, and his told his parents he did not keep
Schwell took a year off between parents’, worries about secular Shabbat. Then, he explained,
high school and college, some university life. “My dad made a weird noise
Orthodox students said the in the background. I asked my
prevalence gap year programs in When applying to Drexel, ima what that was and she said,
“my parents were supportive,” ‘He’s in pain ’cause you stabbed
he said. “They liked it because him in the back.’” l

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LIFESTYLES/CULTURE

Jews of Philly Fashion: Scott Savett

FA S H I O N Scott Savett Photo courtesy of Scott Savett that you gave me — it might be a My mother has a great
smart bet to put money on them sense of style. Whether
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believe you used to wear? years ago. stat-oriented websites that I just business-oriented or elegant,
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Philly Fashion, introducing you All my pants used to be way Will the Phillies make the 11% chance to make the playo s.
to the Chosen few who dress our too baggy. ey just looked bad. playo s? What talent would you most
city. ey might mix wool and is is way too pessimistic. If like to have?
linen, but they’ve got some strong What’s your go-to High If you force me to answer this I was able to get 5:1 odds or
opinions on mixing stripes with Holidays out t? question, I would have to say even better to make the play- is is going to sound
they won’t make the playo s. o s, it would be worth a play. If silly, but I wish I was handy. I
orals. In this space, we’ll talk to My go-to High Holidays But — depending on the odds you look at the Phillies lineup, admire everyone who works
designers, sellers, buyers, in uenc- out t is a dark blue patterned they have clearly underproduced in the trades whether it is as
ers, models and more. is week, suit. I like to wear it with a all year. ere is a chance that an electrician, carpenter or
we spoke to Scott Savett. light blue shirt and a tie with a something clicks in the last automotive technician. ese
di erent shade of blue. month and a half of the season. people have talent to do real
SCOTT SAVETT, 39, started stu like building things.
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Lifestyles/Culture

‘Significant Other’ Studies Love, Friendship

T H E AT E R Mauckingbird Theatre Co., had this conversation with Daniel Irwin stars in Significant Other. Photo by John Flak
JESSE BERNSTEIN | JE STAFF founded by writer and per- my grandmother!” Indeed,
former Lindsay Mauck in 2008, like any good show about a For better and for worse, there a lot of
FOR ARTISTIC DIRECTOR typically takes classic plays Jewish man, his mother and similarities between me and the character.
Peter Reynolds, Significant and texts and recasts them grandmother come into play. You read it, and you’re like, ‘Yeah, he’s Jewish.’”
Other is a perfect expression of in a queer light. Shakespeare,
what Mauckingbird Theatre Co. Molière, even Gilbert and For Irwin, gay and Jewish DANIEL IRWIN
tries to do — namely, produce- Sullivan have gotten the himself, it is refreshing to play
affordable theater with queer Mauckingbird treatment. a character for whom neither
themes. Staging newer works is not as of those facets of his identity
common for the company, but are the primary source of strife
Significant Other is centered when he saw Significant Other, in the play or in the character’s
around a young, gay Jewish Reynolds said, he knew he had life. There are plenty of works
man named Jordan Berman, to put it on. of art about the calamities that
whose three closest friends each can befall someone who is gay
get married in quick succession, The playwright, Joshua or Jewish or both because of
leaving him to wonder what the Harmon, who is also gay and their identity, Irwin said. Here,
future holds for him in friend- Jewish, first staged the show there were other things to
ship and in love. The critically off-Broadway in 2015. He had discover in Jordan.
acclaimed Broadway show has previously written a much-
its Philadelphia premiere at the loved (and much-produced) “For better and for worse,
Louis Bluver Theatre at The play called Bad Jews, about a there a lot of similarities
Drake on Aug. 28. coterie of cousins squabbling between me and the character,”
over a religious heirloom Irwin said. “You read it, and
After Reynolds first saw belonging to their recently you’re like, ‘Yeah, he’s Jewish.’”
Significant Other with his hus- deceased Holocaust survivor
band, he was struck by the grandfather. Besides the aforemen-
“beautiful specificity” of the tioned factors, he also found
show, but that wasn’t all. Yes, it Though Reynolds cautions that Jordan’s language pat-
is about a gay man, and yes, that that he can’t know for sure terns — colloquial, almost
man is Jewish, but what makes about everything Harmon has stream-of-consciousness and
the show special, he believes, is written, Harmon’s writing perhaps too quick for his own
that the protagonist’s situation is feels so specific, so singular, good — mirrored his own.
universally accessible. he said, that it comes across as
autobiographical. But most importantly, it is
“It really explores some Jordan’s primary conflict —
things in quite an honest Reynolds noted that Daniel that he feels abandoned and
way, and a challenging way,” Irwin, playing the role of alone as his three close female
Reynolds said. Jordan in the show, has often friends start new lives in the
exclaimed in rehearsals: “I’ve blink of an eye — that connects
most deeply with Irwin.

F l The “I feel the conflict all the interesting, Irwin said, is that
time,” Irwin said, “of being so he feels that he’s a few steps
And Nev Miss A St y! happy for the people I love ahead of him, emotionally
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of loss and excitement, espe- “I feel like I’ve done the
cially around the emotionally emotional work that I need to
fraught processes of planning do in my life with the people I
and attending the weddings of love,” Irwin said. “Diving into
close friends, has been one of the character, you kind of have
the most fertile areas for him to undo some of that work. If
to dig around and find the anything, it’s making me kind of
character, he said. tear open some old wounds.” l

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Torah Portion

CANDLE LIGHTING
Unconditional Love and Covenantal Love Aug. 23 7:28 p.m.
Aug. 30 7:18 p.m.
“I am my beloved’s and my the journey of the Jewish From the days of
BY RABBI SIGAL BRIER

Parshat Eikev beloved is mine,” from the covenantal relationship with Abraham through the story of portion are the Shema and
biblical love poem “Song of God. Jewish law continues to Moses and the Israelites, the ve’ahavta. The Shema is a call
Songs.” For the 29 days of Elul, pave the way for us to journey Jewish path developed and to a deeper intimacy, uncon-
IN THE MIDST of the many we are reminded of this verse on the long Jewish path. matured. In the portion Eikev, ditional love and healthier
rules, laws and conditions which and of how love connects us Halacha is not a static entity we continue reading the many relationships. The ve’ahavta
define covenantal love in Torah, with each other and with the frozen in time. It is an evolv- details of the laws governing reminds us to cleave to and
we find God’s unconditional mystery of God. ing and changing path which the relationships between peo- actively journey on the path of
love. The steadfast divine pres- Ahavah, the Hebrew word for provides dynamic guidance for ple and between people and mitzvot — in essence, staying
ence of God in the Torah and love, is commonly associated with how to live, evolve and mature God. The if-then agreements, committed to our lives, each
the promise of the Promised the feeling of love and romantic in life and in relationships. A lot the rewards and the punish- other, our path and our values.
Land were never conditional. love. In Torah, ahavah is mostly of life is relating and interact- ments are numerous. With love and commitment we
Between the lines of all covenantal love. In Torah, there ing. Our relationships, both to But if you look closely, you journey on the path of mending
the do’s and don’ts, rewards is no separation between heart our world and to the unknown will see that all along, and a — the path of tikkun olam —
and punishments and if-then and mind, feelings and thinking. mystery, continue to inspire us little hidden in the avalanche mending the world in every step
conditions, we find the founda- Ve’ahavta et hashem “and you and inform our lives and paths of all the do’s and don’ts, there we take until all is connected
tions for the kind of love we all shall love God,” is not only a in science, art and religion. is unconditional love. This is with unconditional love. l
desire — unconditional love, feeling, but also a commitment. Avraham began the jour- both the love of God for the
ahavat chesed. Feeling and acting are not sep- ney to become a blessing, not people and the love of the peo- Rabbi Sigal Brier is the rabbi at Temple
I am writing about love arated in Torah. Together they a journey to simply be happy. ple for God. God will deliver Judea of Bucks County in Furlong and
because we are a week away make up covenantal love. His departure from the cul- on the promise and support creator of Mendful - Live Connected,
from the month of Elul, which From lech lecha, the call ture he knew was in search the Israelites to arrive at and which mends the world with conver-
is known as the month of love. to Abraham to go forth and of a new way of being, a new flourish in the Promised Land. sation, meditation, mendful zones and
Elul, the last month in the begin the Jewish relationship life, with new understanding, Even though the people have art. The Board of Rabbis of Greater
Jewish calendar, is dedicated to with the monotheistic God, meaning and purpose. It wasn’t not always been obedient, and Philadelphia is proud to provide the
remembering what we love; we we have been on a journey. a smooth or easy journey. We some rebel along the way, this Torah commentary for the Jewish
review the past year and renew The words lech, Hebrew for go, can relate to this because we promise will not be broken. The Exponent.
our commitments to what we and Halacha, Jewish law, are know it takes time and effort people devote themselves to
love in the coming year. from the same Hebrew root to navigate and learn how learning how to be in mature rela-
The name “Elul” is an word meaning to walk, jour- to be in new situations and tionships to God and each other.
acronym for the beautiful verse ney and go. Abraham started relationships. Among the verses of this

Nefesh their time. And if they see What is perhaps most exciting, Day School at Barrack and Lower Merion
her positively invested in the she believes, is the chance High School were quite simi-
Continued from Page 15 present, rather than being for sustained, intentional Continued from Page 15 lar, Levy still found differences
too occupied with the future, thinking, something that the between the two schools.
principles learned from the book the possibilities for deeper fast-paced world doesn’t always first moved to the Philadelphia
The How of Happiness, which engagement expand. allow time for. area from England. He had been Jewish schools have more
each cohort member will read. a teacher in England, but his flexibility for teachers to teach
Anna Marx is the chief strat- “This is a real treat, for a certification didn’t carry over to what they want, Levy said. Even
The project will involve egy officer for JLV, as well as Jewish community initiative the United States. So in 1999, if he’s not teaching to a test, he
listening and learning from the former director of Shinui. to be this much deep learn- he started teaching at Jack M. still needs to align with what the
the kids and parents that make To her, the concept of “thriv- ing before trying,” she said. Barrack Hebrew Academy, then other history teachers are doing.
up each school’s community, ing” is a crucial one for best “People need something more.” called Akiba Hebrew Academy.
and will culminate in action- serving community members. There’s also a difference in
able steps for each individual Lori Rubin, chief program Levy was able to eventu- culture.
school. As Glickman sees it, “We’re really trying to think officer of JLV, is similarly ally get his certification in the
it’s a chance in the midst of about, ‘How can we help that excited. The members of the United States. In 2006, he got “What you get more of at
constantly worrying about whole child, that whole family,” Nefesh Kol Chai cohort were a job offer from Lower Merion Barrack is you can walk into the
expansion to focus on the Marx said, “not just for those hand-selected, she said, High School, and the salary lunch room and just start chatting
people who are already there. minutes that they’re there with because they showed a par- and benefits were so good, he with kids and get into political
us in synagogue, in the class- ticular “readiness factor” for felt he couldn’t turn it down. conversations,” Levy said. “In a
“You’re the role model. You room, learning the story or the something of this nature. They public school, to a certain extent
set the tone for the school,” holiday or whatever the particu- were prepared, said Rubin, for “I would have stayed at Akiba that happens, some kids walk into
Glickman said of her role lar content is in that moment?’” more than a “one-shot deal.” forever if it didn’t make sense your room and you can chat with
at Ohev Shalom. With this when I’ve got kids or whatever to them, but for the most part, you
project, she believes, she’ll Marx is excited by the pos- “We know they’re ready for move onto the next stage,” Levy teach in your room and there’s
acquire new tools for help- sibilities of what she can learn it,” she said. l said. “It is a big jump, I have less of that piece.” l
ing her students and their from the cohort’s experiences to admit.”
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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
mobilizes financial and volunteer resources to
address the communities’ most critical priorities
locally, in Israel and around the world.

Building Community Through Soccer in
Elkins Park

KIM DECKER, coordinator of the Kehillah of Old York
Road, stands at the edge of a huge expanse of manicured
grass and makes a grand gesture with her arms.

“ is is our eld!” she hollers, her voice echoing o the
trees ringing the soccer eld. “ is is where we play!”

You can hardly blame Decker for her excitement. In
a few short weeks on the Jewish Federation of Greater
Philadelphia’s Mandell Campus in Elkins Park, the Sunday
Soccer League will begin its 21st year — and this league for
kids ages pre-K through ninth grade is poised to hold its
biggest season ever.

e intramural league’s popularity owes something to
its inclusivity. Unlike so many local soccer leagues, which
hold Saturday games, the Kehillah (community) league
plays on Sundays, allowing a wider range of Jews to partici-
pate. Teams are co-ed, and there’s also a special needs team.

Best of all, Decker said, it’s fun.
“No one is turned away for lack of funds or lack of
ability,” she said. “What’s really special about our league
is you get all kinds of Jews — and some non-Jews — from
all over, playing soccer together. We’re here to have a good
time and build community.”

e Sunday Soccer League’s program runs September
through November. For more information and to register,
visit kehillahsoccer.org or contact kehillahsoccer@gmail.
com. And stay tuned for the Kehillah of Old York Road’s
new spring sport: ultimate Frisbee.

Jewish Philly Podcast Episode 18: Amanda Stern

THIS MONTH, WE’RE talking about staying safe and practicing self-care in
turbulent times, then we’ll sit down with the editor of the Jewish Exponent, Liz
Spikol, to hear how Jewish newspapers cover mass shootings, and nally we’re
sharing the story of Dr. Ruth, who went from Holocaust survivor to celebrity
sex therapist.

We also had the privilege to sit down with author Amanda Stern to talk
about living with an undiagnosed panic disorder, how the disappearance
of Etan Patz shaped her world view and all about her wildly successful
performing arts series that attracted everyone from Moby to Lena Dunham.

e Jewish Philly podcast is available on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play
and at Jewishphilly.org/podcast.

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Casual Kabbalat Shabbat. Submit an event or browse our online calendar to find out what’s
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Calendar town looking for the game? Have you Sculpture Collection, all from the Synagogue, Beverly Vaughn will be will be there to offer information
lived in town and want a new group comfort of our center. KleinLife: honored as she presents a showcase on health care and educational and
Continued from Page 25 to play with? We’re always looking Montgomery County. 11 a.m. of performers from every culture in volunteer opportunities, REAL ID,
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Jamison Ave., Philadelphia. Discussion of the parshah of the week. Congregation Keneseth Israel.
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BARRETT BYCER GREEN KATZ NEIFIELD

Sandra Barrett (nee Sherman), August 12, Mildred "Millie" Bycer (nee Charlestein), age Ina G. Green (nee Levan) August 14, 2019. Sheila E. Katz (nee Bidnick) on August 13, Dr. Martin S. Neifield, on August 14, 2019
2019, of Wynnewood, PA; beloved wife of the 91, died on August 14, 2019. Devoted wife Wife of the late Milton; mother of Steven Yale 2019. Beloved wife of the late David; Loving Beloved husband of Bernice and the late Har-
late Morris Barrett; loving mother of Terence of the late Manuel "Mac" Bycer; loving moth- (Rabbi Claire) Green, grandmother of Jacob mother of Steven (Robin), Bobby (Hope), riet. Loving father of Norman (Alisa), Mar-
“Terry” Barrett, Marc Barrett, Jason Barrett, er of Robert (Margo Gottesman-Bycer) Bycer, and Daniel. Contributions in her memory may Rick (Carlyn) and the late Linda Grife; Loving sha (Alan Folkman), and Ronald (Robin).
Jeffry Barrett and Steven (Jessy Sandoval) Howard Bycer, and Andrea (Norman) Spect- be made to Old York Road Temple Beth Am, mother-in-law of Rabbi Saul Grife; Dear sis- Dear brother of Sylvia Levy. Also survived by
Barrett; cherished grandmother and great- or; dear sister of the late Selma "Sis" (Louis) or ORT America , 75 Maiden Lane, 10th ter of Helyn Kevrick, Carole Bidnick and the Bernice’s children: Alan Krouse (Barbara),
grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 2 Shapiro; adoring grandmother of Efrem Floor, New York NY 10038. late Eve Shopsin; Devoted bubby of Josh and Ellen Frank (David). Loving Zay of
great-grandchildren; devoted sister of the late (Rachel) Bycer, Brandom Bycer, Heidi Neu- (Jessica), Jaime (Josh), Aimee (Tzvi), Jes- Jason, Marni, Harris, Brent (Alexa), Zara
Bertram Sherman. In lieu of flowers, contri- mann, and Alex Neumann; and great-grand- GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S sica (Mitio), Daniel (Chelsea), Amanda (Adam Szumski), Morgan, Benjamin, Ian
butions in her memory may be made to the mother of Shayna and Becca. Contributions RAPHAEL-SACKS (Justin), David, Ashley (Charles), Jeremy, (Sara), Matthew, and Sydney. Contributions
Alzheimer’s Association. in her memory may be made to a charity of Gabriella, Shira and Alana. Also survived by in his memory may be made to the Phil-
the donor's choice. GREENBERG 11 great grandchildren. Contributions in her adelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, In-
JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS memory may be made to the Katz Family stitutional Advancement 4180 City Avenue,
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S Howard ”Hank" Greenberg, an athletic in- Charitable Foundation. Philadelphia, PA 19131.
BICHEFSKY RAPHAEL-SACKS structor and handball champion, died July
10, 2019 at the age of 86. Brother of the late GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
Sandra Harlean Bichefsky (nee Switkay) on COHN Louis Greenberg, the late Gilbert (Ethel) RAPHAEL-SACKS RAPHAEL-SACKS
August 10, 2019. Wife of Jordon Bichefsky Greenberg, and the late Stanley (the late
DDS. Mother of Helise (David Reilly) Bichef- Marilyn Cohn (nee Zavodnick) on Aug. 1, Francine) Greenberg. Also survived by nieces KOVNAT SADOFF
sky-Reilly DO, Howell (Abbe) Bichefsky DMD, 2019. Beloved wife of Davy Cohn, loving Sherrie Rosenblum and Sonya Singer.
and Robert (Patty) Bichefsky. Grandmother mother of Abby (Ken) Sherman, devoted sis- Beverly Lois Kovnat (nee Perstein) on Au- Joan Sadoff (nee Handleman) On August 10,
of Raya Bichefsky, Sarai Bichefsky, Matthew ter of Jackie (Jerry) Finkelstein, the late Louis GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S gust 11, 2019. Wife of the late Dr. Seymour; 2019. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Robert L.
Bichefsky, Jarrod Reilly, Ryan Bichefsky and (Glenda) Zavodnick, the late Sidney (the late RAPHAEL-SACKS mother of Eileen Dadon (Marshall Robert), Sadoff; loving mother of Debra (Dr. Richard
Alea Reilly. Sandra went to Temple Uni- Lee) Zavodnick, adored grandmother of Susan Cherry, Ellen (Steven) Gemberling and Seidelman) Sadoff, Dr. David (Dr. Claudia)
versity with a B.A. in Science, Moore College Melissa Sherman and Kyle Sherman, cher- KALLISH Brad Kovnat; sister of Linda (Richard) Zoll; Sadoff, Dr. Julie (Dr. Malek Moazzam-Doulat)
of Art with a B.A. in Fine Arts, Beaver College ished aunt of Dayna Finkelstein, Howard (Ca- grandmother of Lauren Dadon (Joe Manieri), Sadoff and Sherry (Brian) Hanck; adored
with a Master’s in Education, and Gratz Col- sey Rand) Finkelstein, Renee Zavodnick, Elise Martin Kallish, August 14, 2019, of Bala Cyn- Jillean (Steve) Linberg, Sami, Harry, Sylvie grandmother of Jessica, Eric, Haley, Rachel,
lege for Judiac Studies. Contributions in her Zavodnick, Natalie (John) Godley, Steven wyd, PA. Beloved husband of Lois (nee and Shayna Cherry; great-grandmother of Jake, Azad, Maya, Cassidy, Jasmine, and
memory can be made to Old York Road (Shari) Zavodnick and Joseph Zavodnick. Goldenberg); loving father of Amanda (Scott) Sadie, Domenik, Georgianna and Cameron. Bailey; cherished great-grand-mother of Ella
Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abing- Stepmother of Mitchell Cohn. Marilyn Swiger; cherished grandfather of Max and Contributions in her memory may be made to Rose. Contributions in her memory may be
ton PA 19001 or the General Israel Orphan worked at the Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily Griffin; devoted brother of Michael (Barbara) Multiple System Atrophy Coalition. made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer
Home, 132 Nassau Street #725, New York News where she was the General Sales Man- Kallish. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his Center, Southern Poverty Law Center or
NY 10038. ager for the Classified Advertising team. She memory may be made to the Abramson Can- GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S American-Jewish Joint Distribution Commit-
was a member of Hadassah, the Marlyn Fein cer Center. RAPHAEL SACKS tee.
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S chapter of the Fox Chase Cancer Center,
RAPHAEL-SACKS Golden-Sylvania Link, former member of JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS To place a Memorial Ad GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
Temple Zion and 20-year member of Con- call 215.832.0749 RAPHAEL-SACKS
BRONSTEIN gregation Beth Or. She loved her family and
many dear friends, Broadway shows, sum- Honor
Bernard "Bernie" Bronstein, DDS, of Cherry mers in Ventnor, and participating in pro- the
hill, NJ died July 7, 2019 of Alzheimer's Dis- grams at KleinLife. She was a gift to all who
ease. Son of the late Anna and Morris Bron- knew her. Contributions in her memory may memory
stein he was born in Phila. on May 23, 1934. be made to Congregation Beth Or, 239 Welsh of your
As a child and throughout his early teen years Rd., Maple Glen, PA 19002 or a charity of the loved
he found great enjoyment and friendship in donor's choice. one …
his local Boy Scout Troop, earning the rank
of Eagle Scout. He loved the two weeks that GOLDBERGER CALL
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was a member of the 197 Class of Central Bernice Goldberger (nee Brooks). August 15, TO PLACE YOUR
High School. He attended Temple University, 2019. Loving mother of Ellen Fleurov, Susan YAHRTZEIT AD.
and upon graduation, served the 1st Marine Bowie (James), and Benson Goldberger. Be-
Division at Camp Pendleton as a Navy Dent- loved sister of Edward Brooks. Devoted classified@
ist. Upon completion of his military obliga- grandmom of Jason (Laura), Adam (Sarah), jewishexponent
tion, he returned to the Phila. area and began Lauren (Mark), and Dylan. Adoring great-
to practice Family Dentistry in Deptford, NJ in grandmom of Caroline. Contributions in her .com
1960. Bernie loved to talk and his patients memory may be made to the VNA Hospice of
were always there to listen, even though they Philadelphia, 3300 Henry Avenue, Phil-
could not answer him, while receiving dental adelphia, PA 19129.
care. Bernie loved his work and gradually re-
tired. Health issues caused him to retire com- GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
pletely in 2012. In retirement he enjoyed bike RAPHAEL-SACKS
riding with his friends on the Boardwalk in
Atlantic City and playing golf. He is a long To place a Memorial Ad
time member of Temple Emanuel in Cherry call 215.832.0749
Hill, NJ. He is survived by his wife of 61 years
Alice (nee Spector) Bronstein, sons Dr. Mi-
chael (Christie) Bronstein and Steven Bron-
stein and grandchildren Lyla, Luke and Gavin
Bronstein. Also survived by his brother Bill
(Sharon) Bronstein, sister-in-law Kessie
Spector(the late Bruce Kleger), cousins,
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The Board of Trustees of Abramson Senior Care record with
SHRUT STEINER WAKS sorrow the passing of their esteemed colleague and friend

Marlyn Shrut (nee Kaskey) of Wynnewood, It is with great sadness that we share the Joseph M. Waks, on Aug. 11, 2019, of Wyn- Ira M. Ingerman
PA died August 11, 2019. She lived a full life passing of Joshua Dylan Steiner, "Josh," on newood, Pa. Devoted husband of Haryce (nee
of 94 years. She met her late husband Her- July 18, 2019. Joshua was born on Decem- Schoenzeit). Beloved father of Andrew (Ruth) whose commitment to philanthropy benefited the seniors
man when he served as a Navy officer during ber 22, 1977 to Diane and Harvey Steiner. He Waks, Robert (Beth) Waks and Rick (Laura) served by Abramson Senior Care, and whose life serves
World War II. She is survived by her 2 chil- was the twin brother of Adam Michael Stein- Waks. Dear Brother of the late Melvin Waks as an example of kindness and generosity to the entire
dren, Barry Shrut and Susan Agranoff; her er, uncle of Natasha Steiner, and brother-in- and the late Claire (Charles) Leavitt. Cher- community.
daughter-in-law Jamisen Stern Shrut; her 2 law of Niki LeMar Steiner. Joshua is survived ished brother-in-law of Babs Waks. Proud
grandchildren, Kimberly Shrut and Philip by his former wife, Joy Steiner, stepson Gab- grandfather of Hilary, Helena, Larry, Wendy, A member of Abramson Senior Care’s Board of Trustees
Shrut; and her brother Leonard. Her brother riel, and his three children, Layla, Avi, and Coby, Rachel and Dylan. Contributions in his since 2002, Ira has generously supported Abramson
Baylen previously deceased her. Growing up Vela. Born in Thomas Jefferson Hospital in memory may be made to Jewish Federation through a number of our fundraising initiatives, including
in Cape May, NJ, she graduated 1st in her Philadelphia, PA, Joshua graduated from of Philadelphia. the Annual Fund, the Rainbow Ball, and the Endowment
high school class. Her education continued at Penn State University and the University of Fund, ensuring that we will be able to provide seniors
University of Pennsylvania where she com- Florida. Since he was a child, Joshua loved JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS throughout Philadelphia with essential programs and
pleted Bachelor and Masters degrees during science and continued his love of science MEMORIALS services. Additionally, he lent his time and expertise as a
the wartime period. She taught at Haverford through his university studies. He had member of the Investment Committee.
High School for many years and was still re- planned to be a veterinarian until his SOPHIE STEIGMAN
cently greeted by many adoring past stu- Addison's Disease and AMN diagnosis. Alongside his family, Ira dedicated “Mother’s Garden” at
dents. She was an active life member of Ha- Joshua was multi-talented in music and art, On her 50th Yahrzeit our Horsham campus so that residents have a beautiful
dassah. Marlyn had an active retirement life, but his greatest happiness came from his is still remembered outdoor space to gather. Abramson Senior Care and our
enjoying socializing with friends and playing children whom he adored. Contributions in with love and pride entire Jewish community were truly fortunate to have
bridge. She also enjoyed Broadway shows, his memory can be made to the United Leuk- been the beneficiary of Ira’s time, leadership and enduring
orchestra, opera, theater trips to the odystrophy Foundation, 224 N 2nd St #2, facebook.com/jewishexponent tzedakah.
Berkshires and travel. Burial will be private. DeKalb, IL 60115 or Associated Humane So-
Contributions in her memory may be made to cieties, 1 Humane Way, Forked River, NJ To his wife, Eileen, children Randi (Richard), Cindy,
Hadassah www.hadassah.org/ways-to-give/, 08731. A memorial for Joshua is being Elliott (Linda), Gregory (Brooke), and Amy (Travis); his
Main Line Reform Temple www.mlrt.org/giv- planned in the next few weeks in Gainesville, grandchildren; and all who mourn his passing, the Board of
ing or charity of your choice. Florida. Please visit his memorial page at Trustees of Abramson Senior Care offer this expression of
www.williamsthomasfuneralhome.com profound sympathy. May they find solace in the knowledge
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS that his dedication, generosity and good works will serve as
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S a living tribute to him and will benefit future generations.
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ADVERTISE YOUR LEGAL NOTICES Philip Weiner, Deceased, Plaintiff vs. Frances M. Scutti, as Executrix of the
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persons indebted to the decedent torney c/o Ellen S. Fischer, Esquire loman, Esq., 1760 Market St., Ste. 19063,
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Leningrad — opened the store a er eight years with
an online luxury watch and jewelry business.

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NEWSMAKERS Philadelphia Israel Bonds Women’s Division held its seventh annual Chai Tea event honoring
Janice Gorson and her daughters Lynne Cohen and Sherrie Willner. The event took place in
Samantha Dichter, CEO and founder of Stones of Support, a Margate, New Jersey, at the home of Glenn and Daryl Segal. The guests were entertained by Kol
jewelry company that raises awareness and funds for causes like Zimra, an interactive a cappella group, and were provided an Israel briefing by Elad Strohmayer,
the JDRF, received the Young Entrepreneur of the Year award spokesperson of the Embassy of Israel to the United States in Washington, D.C.
from the National Association of Women Business Owners’
Philadelphia Center for Advancing Entrepreneurs at its annual
meeting. Dichter got her start at the Young Entrepreneurs
Academy and is a senior at Harriton High School.

Standing, from left: Judy Auerbach, Jennifer Willner, Sherrie Willner, Jean Herz and Lynne Cohen
Seated: Janice Gorson

Samantha Dichter and Michele Schina Photo by AMC Photography Studios

Holocaust survivors take part in a family album project.
The class is part of a new program at KleinLife dedicated
to improving local survivors’ physical, emotional, social and
spiritual wellness.

Back row, from left: Alla Tseler, Vladimir Miller, Liliya Miller, Mariya Kol Zimra Photos by Julie Miller

Keselman and Petr Boguslavsky. Front row, from left: Margarita Lomazov,

Alla Dorfman, Julia Schupak, Liliya Ginzburg and Hana Reznik

Photo by Stephanie Hampson

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KleinLife: Montgomery County welcomed teen members of the Tzofim Friendship Federation Housing and Golden Slipper Gems has held program
Caravan prior to an hourlong music and vocal performance for the center’s members and collaborations all summer.
guests. The performance was part of the group’s 46th nationwide summer tour and the
celebration of the 71st anniversary of the state of Israel.

Residents of Rieder/Tabas/Center Park III enjoy ice cream treats on a

hot summer day. Photos by Debbie Zlotnick

KleinLife: Montgomery
County members and staff
with performers

KleinLIfe: Montgomery
County members and staff
enjoy the show.

Photos by Stu Coren

On Aug. 14, the Jewish Residents’ Council of Ann’s Choice Community hosted Rabbi Residents of Florence Green House hold pictures of their younger
Lance Sussman of Congregation Keneseth Israel for a presentation on “How Lox Became selves during “Now & Then.”
Jewish.” More than 150 residents listened to Sussman discuss how American Jews
developed their own unique food culture based upon their European heritage. David Gold, chair of the Kehillah of Chester County, presented
Hannah L. Liebow, coordinator for the Jewish Federation of
From left: Joe Shrager, Greater Philadelphia’s Social Responsibility Department, with
Rabbi Lance Sussman supermarket gift cards donated by audience members of the
and Phyllis Halpern Kehillah’s Summer Shorts Film Festival. The gift cards will be
distributed to clients of the five food pantries run by the Jewish
Photo by Bernie Roseman Federation’s Mitzvah Food Program.

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