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OF NOTE Cheltenham
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LOCAL School Board
Member’s
Murdered Student Prayer Event
Remembered
for Kindness RACHEL KURLAND | JE STAFF
Blaze Bernstein’s
death not in vain. WHAT WAS INTENDED to be a peace- The old Latin Casino in Cherry Hill was the place to see top acts. Photo provided
ful prayer has resulted in animosity and
Page 4 hostility over exclusion in Cheltenham. Latin Casino Revived for
Day by World Cafe Live
LOCAL The uproar began from Christopher Pend-
er’s since-deleted Facebook post advocating MARISSA STERN | JE STAFF after vacating its original spot at 13th
Meet MLK Service a “Cover Our Schools in Prayer” event. The and Walnut streets in 1960, having been
Day Founder event was meant to gather “parents, neigh- THE TEMPTATIONS. DIANA Ross there since the ’40s. It was before the
An idea developed bors, Pastors and believers in Jesus Christ” for and the Supremes. Frank Sinatra. Johnny towers of the Borgata and the Tropicana
years ago keeps a prayer at seven schools in the area Jan. 13. Mathis. Lena Horne. populated Atlantic City, where today
on growing. there is no shortage of places to see big
“Children are a heritage from the LORD, The list goes on and on and on. In the names and performers.
Page 7 offspring a reward from him,” Pender 1960s, Cherry Hill was the place to be for one
wrote. “Come out and be a part of positive reason. From Sweet Sixteens to first dates, Now 40 years since “the Latin” closed,
BOOKS change and make an investment in tomor- the Latin Casino played host to many fond you have the chance to relive nights at the
row’s leaders.” memories of get togethers and incredible club — long tables and all — with a special
And the Winner performances from legendary performers. performance by Eddie Bruce at 2 p.m. on Jan.
Is ... Pender, a youth pastor with a show on 28 at the World Cafe Live, “Remembering the
Local authors Spiritual Connect Radio, won a seat on the The nightclub moved to New Jersey
honored with Cheltenham School Board in November.
Jewish book awards.
Within a few days, the event was can-
Page 20 celed as a result of 10 emails from residents
to the school board, specifically, according
Volume 203080 to the school district, against “denomi-
Number 1046 national prayer on school grounds.” Four
emailed their support.
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Murdered Penn Student Remembered for Lovingkindness

LOCAL after going to Borrego Park near The Bernstein family honored Blaze Bernstein on Shabbat. She estimated a few hundred
RACHEL KURLAND | JE STAFF his parents’ house, where he was Photo by Gideon Bernstein via Facebook are now there, some colorful,
visiting during winter break. some depicted with Bernstein’s
FAMILY, FRIENDS AND Bernstein was accompanied Bernstein, joined by adminis- “Thank you for making the face, and some citing where the
strangers from coast to coast by high school friend Samuel trators from Penn Hillel. The world a better place. As you people are from — as far as Can-
are mourning the loss of Woodward, 20, who was later Jewish Community Foundation do these kind deeds tomorrow, ada, Israel and South Africa.
19-year-old Blaze Bernstein, arrested for the alleged murder. of Orange County also set up remember that you are also
a University of Pennsylvania a memorial fund in his hon- repairing my broken heart and “I feel really blessed to be
sophomore found murdered in His body was found Jan. 9 in or, which benefits children and the world at the same time.” able to do this for the people
a Southern California park days a shallow grave in the park. An families in need. When Susan Krol heard who are all over the country,”
after he went missing. autopsy reported Bernstein was Many have used the hashtag about Bernstein, her Jewish she said. “The park is only 4
stabbed more than 20 times. #DoGood4Blaze as a way to friend in Nevada asked her to miles from my house ... and if
Bernstein was on a pre-med The investigation is ongoing. honor him and “pay it forward”: place a rock at his memorial it’s something that’s meaning-
track at Penn with the intent Some provided hot meals site in accordance with Jew- ful to the Bernsteins and other
to study psychology and chem- The search for Bernstein to homeless or donated food ish tradition. people, why not?”
istry. Originally from Foot- became a social media frenzy, and clothing to shelters; oth- Krol — who is not Jewish and
hill Ranch, Calif., he attended with more than 15,000 strang- ers offered proceeds from their does not personally know the A few other people volun-
Orange County School of the ers coming together to help in businesses for the memorial. Bernsteins — posted in many teered to help bring over rocks,
Arts for creative writing. In col- just one Facebook group. Now, “This community has other of her Facebook groups, too, and Krol’s children help
lege, he worked as a copy editor they’re remembering him in a touched my soul,” Jeanne Pep- “I’m going to be bringing some carry some over. “The bags are
for Penn Review and was recent- way that represents Bernstein: per, Bernstein’s mother, wrote rocks over to the site, does any- too heavy.”
ly named managing editor of the giving back to the world. in the public Facebook group. one want me to bring some?”
food publication Penn Appétit. Bernstein’s father, Gideon
“We are enormously grateful Bernstein, shared a photo via
“He was one of these kids that to local law enforcement and Facebook featuring two Shabbat
absorbed every experience and the countless volunteers for candles and a third light for his
did something with it,” Rabbi finding Blaze and ensuring that son, with kippot, challah and
Arnie Rachlis, leader of Univer- his killer is brought to justice,” a wine dispersed around the table.
sity Synagogue in Irvine where statement from the family read.
the family still belongs, told the “Words cannot express how The family held a funeral
Forward. “He was not somebody grateful the family is to their service Jan. 15 in their native
who just went through life, he community. … Blaze wanted to California.
took experiences as a gift and make the world a better place.
saw them as part of the whole.” With his death, a great light “The kindness of strangers
has been extinguished and we astounds me,” Pepper tweeted.
His paternal grandmother, encourage you to continue to “These beautiful stones were
Leah Bernstein, is a Holocaust shine his light, through Acts of placed all around a tree near
survivor. Loving Kindness.” where my son Blaze’s body was
found. I know people are good.
Bernstein, the oldest of three Dozens of students and fac- The world is still a good place.”
siblings, went missing Jan. 2 ulty members gathered Jan.
11 on Penn’s campus to honor [email protected];
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Ellen Ceisler Joins Pa. Commonwealth Court

LOCAL even managed, Daniel Ceisler Supreme Court Justice Kevin M. Dougherty swears in Ellen Ceisler on a Judge Maria McLaughlin was
SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF said, to put “the pyramid” elected to Superior Court.)
in the hands of former Vice Bible held by her fiance, Chris Gorson. Photo provided
“HAVE YOU EVER heard of President Joe Biden. “My mom wanted us to
the Commonwealth Court?” look up at her and see a judge
On Jan. 9, at Philadelphia who was engaged and effective
According to her cam- City Hall, Ceisler was and over-prepared for every
paign manager and son Dan- installed as a judge on the trial,” Daniel Ceisler said.
iel, Ellen Ceisler asked this Commonwealth Court, “And when we did, we saw
question to everyone she met where she will adjudicate the power of the law to protect
on the campaign trail. civil and appellate actions the marginalized, secure the
brought by and against the vulnerable and stabilize lives.”
Regardless of the answer, commonwealth. Ceisler served
Ceisler would then show that as a judge on the Philadelphia Ceisler said that running
person an image of what during County Court of Common a statewide campaign while
the campaign became famously Pleas for the past 10 years. She also working as a trial judge
— or infamously — known is one of two Jewish jurists was a challenge. Another
as “the pyramid,” a graphic elected to the state appellate challenge was that judges,
showing the structure of the bench last November. unlike other elected officials,
Pennsylvania court system. She (Philadelphia Common Pleas
See Ceisler, Page 24

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Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s

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Todd Bernstein holds his 3-year-old daughter Alexa as he speaks at this SUNDAY

year’s MLK Day of Service opening ceremony. Photos provided February 11, 2018

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LOCAL “That had a transforma-
SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF tional impact on me, realizing Malvern
that, in fact, you can make Fort Washington
THE DAY AFTER Martin a difference,” Bernstein said.
Luther King Jr. was assassinat- “But collectively, bringing folks Newtown
ed, Todd Bernstein attended an together, uniting, you could do Bala Cynwyd
assembly at his school. so much more.” Philadelphia

“I remember that following A few years after the first For location information and more
morning a special assembly that MLK Day in 1986, Bernstein details visit jewishphilly.org/supersunday
we had, all coming together had a life-changing conversa-
with grief,” recalled Bernstein, tion with Harris Wofford, with SPONSOR
who was then a sixth-grader at whom he worked at the time.
Greene Street Friends School. Wofford, then the Pennsylva-
“I remember the impact it had nia secretary of the Depart-
on me then, at a Quaker school, mentof Labor & Industry,
which holds building a sense of knew King personally.
community and social justice
as a tenet of its mission.” “We were talking late one
night, and talking about how
Bernstein has since spent people had fought and cam-
much of his adult life working paigned and struggled for recog-
to preserve Dr. King’s legacy nition of Dr. King as a national
with the MLK Day of Service holiday,” Bernstein said. “Two
he started 23 years ago. years later, it was ironic that for
many, it was turning into just
The message of tikkun olam another day off.”
from his upbringing inspired
Bernstein, who works as the pres- The two teamed up with
ident of Global Citizen, where he Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) to
builds coalitions between com- recognize the national holiday
munities through volunteering. honoring King as a “day of ser-
He was also moved by a service vice.” Wofford, then a U.S. sen-
trip his 10th-grade class went on ator, and Lewis co-authored the
to help clean up after Hurricane legislation and, later that year,
Agnes in 1972, when he saw peo- President Bill Clinton signed it.
ple from different backgrounds
coming together to do tasks like Wofford lost his re-election
digging up mud. bid in 1994, so when January

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Accountants: Most Will See Lower Taxes

FINANCE The new tax bill taking effect trades fewer deductions for lower rates. Photo by Pictures of Money via Flickr through” deduction on a sev-
SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF eral hundred-thousand dollar
plifying taxes. The state and and hire new employees,” Nel- “On an individual case-by- partnership income.
A SINGLE PERSON, a family local tax deduction will also be son said. “My understanding case basis, it’s going to be a
of four and a small business capped at $10,000. is that there have been a lot little bit different, depending Charron also noted that
owner all making $60,000 will Moskowitz said this is of companies that have come on where you are, where you pieces of the bill’s language are
save money under the new tax why he believes individuals out and said, ‘Because of this, live, how much you pay in still unclear, creating addition-
law that took effect this year. who, in the past, have tak- we’re going to give some year- state and local income taxes, al confusion — at least for now.
en a lot of itemized deduc- end bonuses to people’ and how many children you have,”
That is according to Caryn tions, could see taxes go up things of that nature.” Nelson said. “It’s all over the place,” he
Nelson, owner of Caryn Nel- — though this group is cer- Another important change said. “In many cases, it’s close
son CPA, who crunched the tainly in the minority. is the doubling of the Child One tax provision that may to break even, but I’ve seen
numbers for these hypotheti- To make up for the loss Tax Credit, from $1,000 to particularly interest the Jewish extremes. I’ve seen people
cal scenarios. Nelson said she of deductions, the new law $2,000, and an expansion of community is the expansion who are going to get hurt by
thinks individuals will benefit reduces tax rates and expands who qualifies. The credit is also of the 529 plan, which were it because they’re losing their
more from the tax bill than tax brackets. now refundable, meaning that tax-free accounts for college large state and income tax
widely expected. Another important change if families don’t otherwise owe savings. Now, money in the deduction, and I’ve seen people
is an expansion of the “pass- money on their taxes, they will accounts can go toward other that have been helped by it.”
On Dec. 22, following weeks through” provision that allows receive a refund. education as well, such as day
of controversy and debate, small business owners — who In fact, Nelson said, peo- school tuition. In 2025, the tax cuts are set
President Donald Trump make less than $157,500 if sin- ple with children are going to expire while the elimination
signed the new tax bill into gle, or $315,000 if married and to be one of the groups that People in states with higher of most deductions remains,
law. The bill, which represents filing jointly — to claim a 20 benefits most from the tax income and local taxes, such which would cause tax hikes,
the largest tax overhaul in 30 percent deduction on quali- bill overall. as Pennsylvania or New York, particularly for those in lower
years, has generated a lot of fying business income. Under Besides the three hypothet- will probably not benefit as income brackets.
coverage and confusion in the the old tax bill, the “pass- ical situations, Nelson said much as those in other parts
month since. through” deduction only she also ran the numbers for of the country. That is because However, Moskowitz said
applied to people who owned three clients: a retired couple the state income deduction it’s quite possible the cuts will
To understand the new law, businesses that manufactured, who have retirement income, has been capped at $10,000, be extended, or that the tax bill
the Jewish Exponent reached farmed or built in the United a working couple with a very which is “a drop in the bucket,” could be reworked. He said it’s
out to several accountants to States, but now most small nice living and a self-employed said Bob Charron, partner-in- unlikely that the tax cuts would
get their take on how it will business owners will be able to individual. All three of them charge of the tax department at simply be allowed to expire.
affect individuals. Overall, the claim this as well. saved money, she said. The Friedman LLP. Under President George W.
accountants lean toward most “With extra money in the retired couple actually saved Bush, the situation was similar,
individuals seeing a reduction pocket of businesses, they can more the 10 percent under the While Charron said his and most of the tax cuts were
in their taxes. hopefully buy new equipment new bill. own taxes will go up, a cli- extended every year.
ent of his will see taxes go
“The answer, like everything down by $56,000 because of “Politically, it doesn’t make
relating to taxes, is it depends,” lower brackets and the “pass- sense to increase individuals’
EisnerAmper Senior Manager taxes,” Moskowitz said. “It
Seth Moskowitz said. “Gener- always make sense that they
ally speaking, your taxes will would extend it at that time,
probably go down, unless you and this is just a budgetary
fall into a category where you issue to get the bill passed.”
were just taking advantage of
all these deductions that are Nelson attributes concerns
no longer available, to the around the new tax bill to pol-
point where the rate reduction itics, as well as to a general fear
doesn’t make up for it.” of change.

While the accountants “I don’t think most people
didn’t agree on everything, understand what this is going
they are mostly in consensus to do to them until they meet
on the biggest changes in the with their accountants and
tax code. find out what the changes real-
ly mean for them,” Nelson said.
The most significant is the “Everyone I’ve spoken to is ter-
elimination of most deduc- rified to find out what this is
tions, while the standard going to do to them because
deduction nearly doubles. This the narrative is that, it’s either
will probably cause more peo- not going to wind up doing
ple to take the standard deduc- anything, or they’re going to
tion, rather than itemize their pay more.” l
deductions, potentially sim-
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Students from Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy and Al-Aqsa Islamic
Academy participate in the MLK Day of Service at Girard College.

MLK from the first volunteer fire Verizon Hall, The POPS joins in a citywide tribute to
department to the first pub- Kimmel Center Leonard Bernstein in his 100th anniversary
Continued from Page 7 lic library,” said Bernstein, a year. Bernstein revolutionized music by
10th-generation Philadelphian forever blurring the lines between classical
1995 rolled around, not a lot had whose ancestors helped found and popular, most famously with his iconic
gotten done to push the MLK Congregation Mikveh Israel in hits West Side Story, Candide, and On the
Day of Service forward. That 1740. “There’s just been a foun-
motivated Bernstein to make dation of that kind of involve-
sure the day happened again. ment in the city.”

On Jan. 15, 1996, the MLK Bernstein, who has worked
Day of Service began in Great- for the ADL and the Jewish
er Philadelphia. A week before, Community Relations Coun-
a huge snowstorm struck the cil, said his main work is in

This year, the day of service grew to 150,000 David Charles Abell, Town. David Charles Abell, Bernstein’s
volunteers, who worked on about 1,800 projects guest conductor protégé and a Philly favorite and native
throughout the region. son, conducts the popular Bernstein
featuring repertoire in anticipation of the soon-to-
The Philly POPS
Festival Chorus

city, so much of the volunteering communities of color. He has Lisa Vroman, premiere exhibition at the National Museum
that day centered around snow a passion for bringing different vocalist of American Jewish History. The show
removal. The MLK Day of Ser- kinds of people together and an Alli Mauzey, features Broadway vocalists Lisa Vroman,
vice also partnered with Habitat interest in developing relations vocalist Alli Mauzey, and Ryan Silverman — plus the
for Humanity to provide service between the Jewish community Ryan Silverman, 180-voice Philly POPS Festival Chorus!
projects for volunteers. and communities of color. vocalist

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Bernstein recalled, “mostly nstein noted was a joint project
Philadelphia public school stu- between students at the Jack M. ticipated in some of the projects, peer and showing you their per- “Dr. King was an enemy of apa-
dents and AmeriCorp national Barrack Hebrew Academy and such as an African drum circle, spective?” thy and a champion of action 365
service members.” the Al-Aqsa Islamic Academy. where they had the chance to days of the year,” Bernstein said.
This joint service project started share music from their cultures. As for Bernstein, he also “It’s really not good enough to just
The following year, the after 9/11 as an act of solidarity spent MLK Day this year at get out one day and expect to really
MLK Day of Service expanded against the resulting violence on “It’s eye-opening,” said Rabbi Girard College, where he led create fundamental change. That
beyond the Philadelphia area. people perceived to be Muslim. Will Keller, director of Jewish volunteers in sorting and pack- has to be an ongoing commitment
This year, the day of service life at Barrack. “We hear about ing food and constructing grow throughout the year. l
grew to 150,000 volunteers, This year, the students went other communities all the time, light stands as part of a special
who worked on about 1,800 to Girard College, where 5,000 but how often do you get the focus this year on food justice [email protected];
projects throughout the region. volunteers participated in more opportunity to have your hand to mark the 50th anniversary of 215-832-0729
than 100 service projects in the held by someone who’s your King’s Poor People Campaign.
Bernstein said he isn’t that region’s largest MLK Day of Ser-
surprised by the day’s growth. vice event. There, the students
broke up into groups and par-
“Philadelphia has such a rich
tradition of civic engagement,

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leaders will be prevented from best actress award for a televi-
290-310 East Winchester Avenue entering Israel because of their sion comedy, JTA reported.
Langhorne, PA 19047 support for the boycott, divest-
215-750-7575 ment and sanctions (BDS) Jewish series creator Amy
movement, Haaretz reported. Sherman-Palladino accepted
www.attleborocommunity.com the award for the best show,
Israel’s Interior Ministry is while non-Jew Rachel Brosnah-
CONGRATULATIONS implementing a blacklist com- an, who plays the title character
piled by the nation’s Strategic in the Amazon Studios show
to the winners of the Affairs Ministry. about a late 1950s New York
“Eddie Bruce Remembers City Jewish housewife, took
The Latin Casino” Contest The AFSC website says it home the best actress award.
“supports the use of boycott and
Art Simons divestment campaigns targeting In addition, fellow Jew James
and only companies that support the Franco’s portrayal of director
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PROOF DUE: 11/30/17 13:59:55 American History Month Sept. 11 is the second day of
(JAHM) will be American Rosh Hashanah.
World Cafe Live on Sunday, Jan 28th at 2pm! Jews and Music “to recognize
the many American Jews who Massachusetts usually holds
www.jewishexponent.com have helped create the nation’s its primary seven weeks ahead
soundtrack, from patriotic of the November general elec-
anthems and classical compo- tion, but that day is Sept. 18,
sitions to Broadway scores and with Yom Kippur starting at
rock ’n’ roll,” according to a sundown. State law normally
news release. calls for elections to be moved
up a week when there is a reli-
“This year’s theme demon- gious conflict, but Sept. 11 also
strates, once again, that Amer- proved problematic, forcing the
ican Jews have been active two-week move.
participants in the cultural
efflorescence of our nation,” NMAJH Receives
said Gary P. Zola, executive $50,000 Grant
director of The Jacob Rader THE COVENANT Founda-
Marcus Center of the Ameri- tion has given the National
can Jewish Archives. “Amer- Museum of American Jewish
ica’s national uniqueness History (NMAJH) a $50,000
derives from the cultural gifts grant for the development of
it has imbibed from its remark- a national curriculum on the
ably diverse citizenry, and American Jewish experience,
American Jews have always the museum announced.
been enthusiastic participants
in this endeavor.” The grant also will go toward
professional development oppor-
The National Museum of Am- tunities for educators teaching
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“The van was there already [at off college campuses. somebody else’s problem. But
the home]. It was a crime scene, then you come to a synagogue
they had the yellow [tape]. It was A new measure on the and you hear about a suicide
like what you see on television background check table might or you hear somebody who
— it was horrible,” she recalled. also ask people if they have a lost somebody in a crime,” she
“They were in total shock.” medical marijuana card, which said. “Then you remember the
would halt the gun-buying Kansas City JCC shooting, the
The young woman obtained process — yet there is no check Los Angeles day care shoot-
the shotgun from a friend of a for prior opioid use. ing. You realize as Jews, we’re
friend, who had a license for also targets.”
it, so there is no legal liability “It’s overinclusive and Though a controversial
over her death. She was found underinclusive with mental subject of consistent oppos-
by her sister in her bedroom. health,” Goodman said. “So it’s ing views, Goodman remains
pretty easy to get a gun.” hopeful through discussions
But her father is trying to like this one, where people may
make a petition to regulate From 2012 to 2014, Penn- learn facts they weren’t aware
the laws so this won’t happen sylvania — an open-carry state of before.
to another individual battling — ranked eighth for the high- civilians owning assault rifles From this meeting, Ferraro
mental health crises. est number of guns exported — one other attendee in a red plans to get even more involved
to other states and recovered “Make America Great Again” in the advocacy in a bigger way.
Ferraro, who joined the in crimes, according to Cease- hat said he favored his right to “I would like to see if we
congregation three years ago, FirePA, totaling 5,844 guns. carry for his personal security. can move this to the next lev-
said the shock over the young Chuckles of disbelief and “We always have to be el,” Ferraro added, “and start
woman’s death was heavy. nods of recognition were talking to our representatives doing some advocacy work,
steady throughout the talk and the people who want to just individuals calling their
“This is not the stuff you when Goodman explained in run and making this an issue representatives. Maybe go to
sign onto to be a rabbi, but,” detail where the laws are limit- not just when there’s a mass Harrisburg for a day. I don’t
she paused, “this is the stuff ed and lacking. shooting, but all the time,” know where this will take us,
you sign onto when you want While some attendees were Goodman noted. It’s also a but we’ll see. I’m hoping it will
to be a rabbi.” clearly anti-gun — including matter of being educated on ignite some fire under people
Republican Rep. Tom Murt of the facts on national and state to get them to want to be more
She’s since been an aide to the 152nd Legislative District, levels, she said, through dis- socially involved.” l
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FLASHBACK

July ’60 in the Exponent: The Most Amazing
Israel Prepares to Try Eichmann Things Happen at
Marlene Dietrich Smash Hit in Israel Thrift Shop!!
Israel. It also called for ‘adequate large photo of a woman picking
ANDY GOTLIEB | JE MANAGING EDITOR reparation’ which U.S. Ambassa- fruit with the caption “California PAGE 12 WAS decidedly more Page 12 was also home to
dor Henry Cabot Lodge and other and Florida have a rival in Isra- light-hearted than the cov- “Now at You Ask,” an advice
THE 1960S ARE remembered U.N. diplomats said was consid- el’s booming er, showcasing a story about column by Ingrid Hart.
today for the decade’s latter ered made when Israel Foreign citrus indus- “Mrs. Bernard S. Blumenthal,”
tumultuous years, but the early Minister Golda Meir apologized try. This the new president of the Jew- A retired 66-year-old wid-
years were more straight-laced. to Argentina,” the wire service young lady ower wrote, “I am terribly
article read. is harvesting ish Federation-run lonely a er 40 years of hap-
That’s reflected in the July 1, a rich crop ri Shop. py marriage and have found a
1960 Jewish Exponent, which fea- Although neither a date of luscious Accompanied woman who wants to marry
tures a no-nonsense cover design nor site was set for the trial, grapefruit for me. Would such a step be prop-
and a heavy slant toward hard news. investigators were questioning export.” by a photo of the er at my age?”
Eichmann about his role in the beaming Mrs. Blu-
e main story details the concentration camps. e cover menthal (her rst Hart answers in the
preparations afoot for the impend- also featured name is never men- a rmative.
ing trial of Nazi war criminal e article also noted that a blurb about tioned) holding up a
Adolph Eichmann. One of the notorious Auschwitz doctor German bird cage, the article “ e only reaction I can pos-
main architects of the Holocaust, Josef Mengele had been arrested actress and breathlessly quotes sibly imagine is Mazel Tov and
Eichmann had been captured two in Argentina. singer Marlene Dietrich drawing its main subject, many happy years together!” ●
months earlier in Argentina by rave reviews — and a 35-min- leaning heavily on
Israel’s Mossad. Eichmann’s trial didn’t begin ute standing ovation — for per- exclamation points.
until April 1961, and the guilty formances in Israel. A non-Jew,
Argentina complained to verdict wasn’t read until Decem- Dietrich created a fund in the “Would you
the United Nations to little ber. Eichmann was hanged the late 1930s to help Jews escape believe it, my mother bought
avail that the act violated the following year. from her native country. gol ng rubbers there [the thri
nation’s sovereignty. store], and I didn’t even know
e Exponent cover included they were mine. Why, I even
“ e U.N. approved a resolu- seven other elements, including a sold them to her when she
tion which was a ‘mild’ censure of rummaged through the shop’s
shoes and galoshes,” she said.”

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Don’t Make a New Year’s Resolution This Year

SENIORS is not part of the reli- the New Year but feel
MARCY SHOEMAKER | JE FEATURE gion. Many rabbis rec- Many rabbis recommend making a commitment to social that it is a practice they
ommend making a justice, being engaged in the ongoing work of repairing should accomplish.
TELEVISION TALK SHOW commitment to social
hosts, radio broadcasters, Next, consider sub-
online and print journalists, justice, being engaged the world, strengthening one’s relationship with Israel, and stituting a mantra for a
friends and family may advise in the ongoing work concentrating on enhancing one’s health and wellness. New Year’s resolution.
you to make a New Year’s reso- of repairing the world, Define in a word or
lution for 2018. strengthening one’s phrase how you would
relationship with Israel, like to change your life
You may decide to read one and concentrating on or your goal for the New
book a month, learn a foreign enhancing one’s health Year. Your goals may
language, save money, be nic- and wellness. be to be “to learn,” “be
er to friends, volunteer or lose Despite the tradi- positive,” “to be caring,”
weight. It is likely that, as the tion’s religious roots, “be healthy,” “be help-
ball dropped in Times Square, New Year’s resolutions Jupiterimages/Thinkstock ful” or “be calm.” After
you declared your resolution. today are a mostly sec- defining your mantra or
ular practice where intention, try to com-
Think back to last year’s res- most people focus mit to a time each day
olution and ask yourself if you purely on self-improve- to take deep breaths,
accomplished your plan. If we ment. Why not take a say your mantra and be
are honest with ourselves, many new approach this year aware or mindful of the
of us probably would answer no. and consider adopting world around you. Try
a mantra or intention? to find three times a day
The challenge facing us is The word mantra where you can say your
what to do to enhance our lives originates from Bud- mantra while taking
while replacing the habit of estab- dhism. A mantra can deep breaths in and out.
lishing New Year’s resolutions. be a sound, a word or This will be your “me”
a phrase that is repeat- time or personal time
It is interesting to take a ed throughout the day. each day.
look at the origin of making It can be viewed as an Finally, if you decide
resolutions. The ancient Bab- “intention” or an act to that you want to set a
ylonians are said to have been accomplish. Mantras are New Year’s resolution,
the first people to make New used in meditation and/ try to be more realistic
Year’s resolutions, some 4,000 or yoga but can also be when setting achievable
years ago. The Romans also incorporated as part of goals. Also, be under-
offered sacrifices to the deity, your daily life. The word standing and forgiv-
Janus, and made commitments “om” is often used, but ing to yourself if your
to embrace good conduct for this may not be appro- resolution is not met.
the New Year. Early Christians priate for individuals One major mistake that
on the first day of the New Year who want to accomplish individuals make is
honored the occasion by think- a goal. Goal-oriented that if their resolution
ing about their past mistakes words such as “positive, is not met, they accept
and resolving to do better in calm, believe” may be failure instead of set-
the future. used as a mantra. ting a new resolution.
You may wonder The act of setting res-
In 1740, the English clergy- why having a mantra is olutions does not need
man John Wesley, founder of a good substitute for a to be just during the
Methodism, created the Cov- New Year’s resolution. New Year but can be an
enant Renewal Service, most It is a way to provide a ongoing process.
commonly held on New Year’s state of mindfulness to Good luck in setting
Eve or New Year’s Day. Within your life or take a few your mantra, intention
Evangelical Protestant church- moments each day to take a tive patterns into positive ones. what you want to achieve this or finding a more realistic and
es, especially African-Amer- break from your life and con- How do you get started with year. Be realistic and try not achievable New Year’s resolu-
ican denominations, night centrate on a thought. Man- finding a way to substitute a to criticize yourself if your tion this year. May this year
services are held on New Year’s tras are successful when they New Year’s resolution for a intentions or goals are not bring you health, happiness
Eve where praying and mak- become an ongoing part of fresh approach this year? similar to previous years or and achievable goals! l
ing resolutions for the coming your day since the goal is for First, ask yourself the not like your friends or family
year occur. the word to enter your subcon- question, “why?” This ques- members. Many people don’t Marcy Shoemaker, Psy.D., is a staff
scious and help to shift nega- tion may help you in defining know why they set a goal for psychologist at Abramson Center.
Since the Jewish faith cele-
brates their New Year during
the holiday of Rosh Hasha-
nah, the secular celebration

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Latin He first went to the Latin Memories of the Latin Casino
in 1959, when his mother took
Continued from Page 1 him to see The Three Stooges And for readers of the Jewish Exponent, there are plenty of memories at the Latin.
for his birthday. From holding hands with Robert Goulet to having songs dedicated to them, here are a
Latin Casino.” few stories (lightly condensed) submitted by readers from that bygone era:
“Everybody you talk to has However, he found out Lar- “My fondest memory of a Latin Casino show is when I was a teenager and my parents
ry, Moe and Curly Joe (Curly took me to see Liza Minnelli perform. We braved a winter snowstorm to get there. …
a story about the Latin Casino,” was dead by then) were actual- Fortunately, she arrived; unfortunately, her luggage ended up elsewhere. Not wanting to
Bruce said. ly opening for Ella Fitzgerald. disappoint her audience, she performed in her jeans and wool turtleneck sweater. For the
choreographed numbers, she removed her boots and danced in her stocking feet! … Did I
After all, there isn’t really any- “I didn’t even know who she mention that her band performed without all of their instruments and sheet music? Still, it
where like it anymore, he noted. was — I was 6 years old,” he was fantastic!” — Kathy Feinstein
recalled. “But that sort of was my
“There aren’t as many night- introduction to jazz and it never “It was an exciting time for my group of teenage buddies that December evening in
club-type places,” he said. “Stars left me, the impact of that.” 1967. We had all saved our hard-earned dollars to see The Temptations at the Latin Casi-
play theaters; they’ll come in and no. I don’t know how we got a front-seat table for the show, but there we were about to
perform at the Kimmel [Center] He went with his family until witness one of the hottest Motown groups ever! … As the show began, an attractive young
and the Merriam Theater or For- he was old enough to drive and go African American woman approached us and asked if we minded that she join our table.
rest Theatre or wherever, and do to Cherry Hill on his own. He saw … As we enthusiastically agreed to her request, we suddenly realized we were in the com-
concerts there, but that nightclub comedians like Milton Berle and pany of the famous Miss Tammi Terrell. … So there we were, a bunch of North Philly guys
feeling where you go out for din- legends like Sinatra and Sammy enjoying our idols with the lovely and equally talented Tammi Terrell. Safe to say, we felt
ner and sit there, and you go out Davis Jr. very special and lucky that night.” — David Corsanico
to eat and drink and then the
show comes on — that’s very rare During the performance, “My favorite memory of the Latin Casino was in the early ’70s when I went to see the
to see anymore.” Bruce will be backed by a 15-piece great Anthony Newley perform. Not only did I love the show, but I got the opportunity to
orchestra — echoing performanc-

meet him, and guess what? We dated for nearly three years. … Just
goes to show that you never know what can happen if you don’t take
the shot!” — Hanna Zbik Monblatt

“When I was a senior at Penn, I went with a group of guys to the
Latin Casino to see Buddy Hackett. … The warm up act for Buddy was
a very mediocre singer of Italian favorites. … As his act dragged on
and on, indifference turned to hostility. No one could figure out what
was going on! All became clear when Buddy virtually staggered onto
the stage, drunk as a skunk. Despite his condition, Buddy was hyster-
ical. We all laughed our heads off. No one, however, laughed harder
than some guy in the the back. When he laughed, the entire audience
redoubled their laughter. … When the lights came up, the boys and I
Eddie Bruce. jumped up for a hasty exit back to Philly. As I walked back up the steps
Photo provided toward the lobby, to my unbelievable shock, I saw my parents sitting

in the aisle and I immediately realized that the ‘guy in the back’ was
my own father!” — Art Simons

Selected announcements of “The Latin Casino had a mystique that

performers at the Latin Casino in belonged to a grown-up world, with high

the Jewish Exponent, including The heels, skinny ties, martinis and cigarette
Hudson Brothers in 1976, The Four smoke. My 16th birthday was my entree
into that world. … The Lettermen headlined
Tops in 1967 and The Supremes in that night, my favorite group. The kind that

1965. Jewish Exponent archives

made a 16-year-old use the word ‘dreamy.’ Mom had written a note to
‘someone in charge’ and mentioned my special birthday. She had also
written that ‘Portrait of Love’ was my favorite song. I knew none of
this. To this day, I will never forget the thrill of hearing The Lettermen
announce my name and wish me a happy birthday. And then, they
dedicated ‘Portrait of Love’ to me. It was nothing short of magical.”
— Cheryl Wexler Scott

Exponent reader Debbie Zelnick (beige es at the Latin — and member whose elbow was rest- as Ray Charles, Fitzgerald, Ben-
sweater) with Robert Goulet at the Latin he will share photos and ing on the stage and asked him nett, Davis Jr., and Sinatra.
stories that will stoke if he was in show business. The
Casino in 1980. Photo provided nostalgia. He wrote lyrics audience member said, “No,” and He’s excited to bring forth
for the occasion, which Rickles jokingly rebuked him, memories for the audience.
include a nod to the prac- “Then get off the stage.”
tice of sneaking money “I’m looking forward to walk-
into the maitre d’s hands The hardest part of putting ing out on that stage and bringing
to get a better seat. this performance together was memories to people and watching
choosing which artists to high- their faces as we do some of these
He recalled a show light, Bruce said. He narrowed it songs,” he said. l
in which Don Rickles down to a selection of performers
went over to an audience who really showcase the era, such [email protected];
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Prayer She recalled research- in response to the Face- Anne Rubin, Pennsylvania
ing Pender before he was book post. State Real Estate Commission
Continued from Page 1 elected — something she “Outside groups can board member, said if Pender
does for all candidates certainly meet at Chel- wanted to host this prayer event
“While a Board member post- — and noticed he was a tenham or any other personally, she said she has no
ed the invitation to participate in “religious fanatic.” public school if — and problem with that. But when it’s
this event, the District and Board only if — that school promoted using school buildings
were not made aware of this event “I just didn’t really will permit other outside and he’s a member of the school
prior to the Facebook posting and feel he was a viable can- Cheltenham High School clubs and organizations board, she said he has to be held
did not sanction or sponsor it,” didate,” she said for that Photo by Montgomery County Planning to meet at the same time, to a higher level.
read a statement from the school reason. “The other thing Commission via Flickr Creative Commons under the same terms
board. “While we are elected that really irritates me is “My understanding is there
officials in our capacity as Board when certain groups are exclud- ple — believers in Jesus Christ. and conditions, and that it’s clear should be a separation between
members, we also are parents, ed, all hell breaks loose, but I saw it as being an exclusive that the school does not endorse church and state,” she added. “I
community members, teachers, when other groups are exclud- event and not inclusive of people the religious activity being done do believe the intent was nothing
mentors, lawyers, advisors, coun- ed, it’s ‘Oh, it’s OK.’” of other faiths or people who by the club,” she explained. but good, but we have to have
selors, and pastors of churches.” have no religious beliefs.” In line with that policy, Bar- people in these positions that can
The retired Jewish teacher said She believes the incident is on-Baer said she found nothing go beyond that.”
It also emphasized that Pender there has been a long history in the part of a bigger issue of infiltrat- wrong with how the school dis-
was not the leader of the event, district of favoring certain groups ing religious influence into public trict handled it. Even further, she But Rubin, who belongs to
but part of a larger group “acting over others, and the teacher admit- schools, especially within Chel- views it as a teachable moment. Congregation Beth Sholom,
in an individual capacity,” who ted to prejudices in the system. tenham School District. “This kind of issue is really doesn’t want this alienating
did not intend to exclude anyone. “They’re elected to represent hard for schools because the Con- issue to make others look down
Superintendent Marseille has the entire township, not just a stitution has separated out and on Cheltenham.
Both Superintendent Wagner been a stringent advocate against particular segment of the popu- granted both special restrictions
Marseille and Pender declined microaggressions against black lus,” Cayer said. and special protections to the “How do we turn that around
further comment. students, but the retired teach- Nancy Baron-Baer, region- concept of religion and the First so that people start understand-
er argued there’s more than one al director of the Anti-Defa- Amendment,” she said. “So it may ing who we are and not these
The statement said Pend- minority in the district, like Jews. mation League, said the ADL be good for people to hear and incidents that keep happening?” l
er was informed of the pro- received more than one call understand what’s behind it.”
cess for requesting the use of “In this township whenever [email protected];
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board member was acting as a urday morning outside of the
representative of the district or schools” — and not during
a private citizen — “the Board school hours — “there’s still an
member should affirmatively issue when a school board mem-
make it clear that they are not ber is the one who appears to
participating in their official have organized it.”
capacity as a Board member but
only as a community member” Christine Cayer spoke at the
— so Pender’s involvement has Jan. 9 public board meeting as a
left others speculating. concerned community member.

A retired Cheltenham School Statements emphasized Pend-
District teacher of 34 years, who er was part of this event as a
preferred not to use her name, private citizen, but since Pender
found it interesting that the event is technically a public elected offi-
was scheduled to take place Satur- cial, Cayer didn’t see why it had to
day morning. Though it was open take place on school grounds.
to anyone, she said it was already
exclusionary to religious Jews Cayer, who is not Jewish and
because it was to occur on Shabbat. does not have children in the
schools, also was uncomfortable
with how the event was “a call
out to a specific group of peo-

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EDITORIAL Iran Has a Foreign Policy Doctrine

7-Eleven Sideshow BY BEN COHEN the sorts of comments — for delivered to the Tehran con-
example, praising the “lighter ference by Mohsen Eslami,
REPORTS AND PHOTOS of Immigration and Customs IN A BID to show the world atmosphere” in Iran on a visit in an Iranian political scientist,
Enforcement agents raiding 98 7-Eleven stores last week was what responsible, consid- 2014 — that recall the fawning named it the “State-Resistance
quite jarring. According to ICE, the raids and resulting arrests ered citizens they are, Iran’s of the West European nuclear Doctrine.” In a turbulent Mid-
of 21 allegedly undocumented workers was a warning to other leaders two weeks ago hosted disarmament movement over dle East left bereft by its inept,
companies against hiring undocumented workers. their annual, gloriously named the Soviet Union. In this view, avaricious Gulf monarchies,
“Tehran Security Conference.” the problem is not the peaceful, Eslami argued, “resistance, as
Twenty-one arrests is a drop in the bucket compared to the reasonable Islamic Republic, the most important model aris-
total number of people who live, work and pay taxes in this You will have to figure out for but a Western policy that is in ing from the new conditions in
country, and do not have legal residency. But these raids were not yourselves why anyone would thrall to the agenda of — as the region, has been able to
designed to solve a problem; they were designed to make a state- want to exchange insights on Straw has said on more than one introduce itself as a successful
ment. And the reason a statement was able to be made is because security with a regime whose occasion — the “Israeli lobby.” and efficient model in the face
lawmakers have been unable to reach agreement on a coherent terror footprint extends from of those models that have been
immigration policy. Buenos Aires to Beirut. But for In the wake of the recent borrowed from the West.”
the ruling mullahs, this was anti-regime demonstrations
The 7-Eleven raids were a sideshow, but were incredibly clearly a big deal, which is why that erupted in dozens of Ira- “The doctrine of resistance,
threatening for many law-abiding immigrants. So too was the the conference was addressed nian towns and cities, Iran’s as a new framework that has
Trump administration’s recent pledge to deport nearly 200,000 by, among others, President Western apologists have rein- been put forth by Iran in offi-
people from El Salvador who were admitted to this country a Hassan Rouhani, Foreign Min- forced this line of argument, cial circles during recent years,”
decade ago under a program called Temporary Protected Status. ister Mohammad Javad Zarif, presenting Rouhani as an Eslami continued, “has been
the Iranian military’s Chief of agent of change who wants to able to show a good perfor-
Gov. Jon Kasich of Ohio and former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, Staff Mohammad Bagheri and reach a historic understanding mance in practice and is now
both former Trump challengers, criticized the El Salvador move viewed as an efficient model by
as anti-family and un-Republican. They argued in a New York You will have to figure out for yourselves why regional states and nations.”
Times op-ed against forcible removal of “the 10 million to 15 anyone would want to exchange insights on But what does the doctrine
million undocumented immigrants” already here, and they security with a regime whose terror footprint actually involve? According to
asserted that “the case of 200,000 Salvadorans who accepted our extends from Buenos Aires to Beirut. Eslami, “nation-states embark
invitation to live and work here legally would not even make a on strengthening their national
Top 10 list” of priorities. the Iranian parliament’s Speak- with the West, and variously solidarity by putting emphasis
er Ali Larijani. belittling the protests as being on the three major elements
They’re right. No one is saying we shouldn’t enforce the law. But it clearly wasn’t a big deal about economic issues alone, of military power, indigenous
But enforcement needs to be reasonable, equitable and respect- for the rest of world. However or being overly provincial, or economy and national culture.
ful. Until last week, we thought President Trump largely agreed. much the Iranians like to brag, being played up more by West- At the same time, they take
But then everything changed. During an Oval Office meeting and whatever ludicrous picture ern opponents of the regime steps to bolster their defensive
with a bipartisan group of senators, Trump deflected their is presented by Press TV and than by Iranians themselves. deterrence in the face of external
attempts to come up with a solution for the 69,000 “dreamers” the regime’s other propagan- The flip side of this is the aggressions while boosting their
who came to this country illegally as children and were to face da outlets, the Tehran Securi- rosy Iranian view of regional power both inside and outside
deportation as early as March, by denigrating Africans, Haitians ty Conference simply doesn’t and international relations, as their borders through making
and Salvadorans as coming from “shithole” countries. attract the presidents and prime presented at the conference in their governments resistant.”
ministers who turn up at Davos Tehran: Iran is fighting Sunni
Whatever the merits or shortcomings of the deal that was or the Munich Security Confer- Islamist terrorism; Iran is pro- To summarize, then. Place
reportedly under consideration — it involved trading billions ence. Those foreign dignitaries tecting vulnerable minorities; the military and its budget at
of dollars to fund a border wall with extending protections for who did appear were, shall we Iran is a needed counterweight the summit of the state. Work to
dreamers — it was an honest attempt at a solution. In dismissing say, of a certain vintage — indi- to the corrupt Saudis; Iran best achieve some form of autarky.
the proposed compromise, Trump reportedly told his visitors viduals like Jack Straw, a for- represents the aspirations of Enforce state-approved edu-
that instead of immigrants from societies primarily of color, he’d mer British foreign secretary, the Palestinians, whose plight cation, culture and religious
rather immigrants come from Norway. and Massimo d’Alema, a former still defines the core of the activities, and eliminate nefari-
Italian prime minister. Middle East’s problems; Iran’s ous foreign influences. Finance
Upon hearing reports of that exchange, the Statue of Liberty Whether or not these names growing power guarantees a and train military proxies in
must have shed a tear. The tired and poor don’t leave rich, white remain familiar, they form an multipolar, and therefore safer, neighboring countries to fol-
countries. They tend to leave places where things aren’t that integral part of the internation- international system. low your model.
great, and they come here — like many of our grandparents — al echo chamber that urges faith Dig into this perspective a
searching for a better life. We need to open our arms to those in the “reformist” leanings of little more, and you find that It does all sound terribly
seeking refuge in 21st-century America under a comprehensive, Rouhani. Straw, for example, there’s actually a doctrine to familiar, doesn’t it? But more
caring immigration program, no matter their race, religion or has traveled to Tehran on many describe it — or at least the to the point, to anyone who
ethnicity. Anything less is simply un-American. l occasions, never failing to make beginnings of one. A paper has remained unmoved by
the Western embrace of Iran
Statement From the Publisher during the last decade, none of
it is surprising; if anything, the
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Israel Should Not Be Extolling KVETCH ’N KVELL

President Trump Don’t Simplify Soviet Jewry Movement
A recent letter tries to connect the solidarity marches by the Amer-
BY RICHARD H. SCHWARTZ effects of climate change, as we character involves “lying, nar- ican Jewish community on behalf of the Soviet Jews with current
are now in the fifth year of a cissism, bullying, bigotry, events in several Middle Eastern countries (“Another Freedom Sun-
ISRAEL IS GOING gaga over severe drought, the Sea of Galilee crassness, name calling, igno- day,” Jan. 11). It poses a question regarding what the reaction would
President Trump, largely for is at a century low, much of the rance, paranoia, incompetence be “if 250,000 Muslims had their Freedom Sunday demanding free
recognizing Jerusalem as Isra- Jordan River is a polluted trickle and pettiness.” He continues: emigration from the totally fractured Middle Eastern countries.”
el’s capital. There are more and the Dead Sea is shrinking “In place of the usual jousting
than 110 “God bless Trump” rapidly. Water experts warn that between the administration and For those too young to remember, let me explain. The Jews were
signs in Jerusalem. There are if the Sea of Galilee continues to the press, we have a president the “whipping boy” of the Soviet empire, trapped in an impossible
plans to name a future rail shrink, it could become a salt sea who fantasizes on Twitter about situation where they were called a fifth column and blamed for all
station near the Kotel after like the Dead Sea. physically assaulting CNN. In the misfortunes that occurred in the country. They were discrimi-
Trump and the Jerusalem But Trump’s policies are also place of a president who defends nated against simply for being born to Jewish parents, never mind
Friends of Zion Heritage Cen- contrary to basic Jewish values the honor and integrity of his that they were not allowed to even know what it means to be Jewish.
ter put up a four-story display in terms of concern for the dis- own officers and agencies, we
thanking him. But, there are advantaged, the stranger, the have one who humiliates his After the Six-Day War, Soviet Jews had an awakening: They
many reasons to reconsider the hungry and the poor. Rather attorney general, denigrates the threw caution to the wind and began to demand exit visas in
abundant praise. than improving Obamacare, FBI and compares our intelli- order to emigrate from the unholy country. It was their freedom
which provided health insur- gence agencies to the Gestapo.” to leave that Soviet Jews and their American coreligionists were
A major reason is that ance to tens of millions of Do we really want to honor demanding. Their visas, by and large, were denied and some of
Trump, along with a majority of Americans, Trump supported such a person and make him a them were prosecuted. This is where American Jews got together
Republicans, is in denial about health legislation that would role model for our children and and demanded the freedom to emigrate for Soviet Jewry.
climate change — an existential have caused up to 32 million grandchildren?
threat to Israel, the United States Americans to lose their insur- In addition, lavishing praise Returning to the letter, I am rather confused by his statement
and, indeed, the world. Despite ance and others to pay higher on Trump is adding to the cur- that Muslims should demand free emigration from their Mus-
the overwhelming consensus of premiums. Rather than sup- rent split between many Amer- lim-majority countries. Who exactly is denying their exit? If
climate experts and the many porting efforts to rebuild the ican Jews and Israel. Almost what is actually meant is not emigration but immigration, like
recent severe climate events — nation’s crumbling infrastruc- 80 percent of American Jews allowing them to come to the United States, this is completely
including three Category 4 or ture, given a grade of D-plus disapprove of the job Trump is different from what American Jews years ago were demanding.
5 hurricanes and a series of by the American Society of doing, according to a Septem-
massive, devastating wildfires Civil Engineers, Trump and ber poll by the American Jewish The Jewish banner was “let my people go,” not let my peo-
in California — Trump is the Republican legislators pushed Committee. So when they see ple enter. When Soviet Jews were eventually allowed to leave,
only world leader denying cli- through a tax bill that greatly how Israel is going overboard in the majority went to Israel. Some came to the United States.
mate change. He has pulled the The decision whom to admit or exclude was made by the State
country out of the 2015 Paris Trump’s policies are also contrary to basic Jewish Department after long and careful vetting.
climate pact agreed to by all of values in terms of concern for the disadvantaged,
the other 195 nations attend- the stranger, the hungry and the poor. Luba Anton | Philadelphia
ing, including Israel, appointed
climate deniers as director of benefits the wealthiest Amer- praising Trump, it adds to the Hitler’s Man in the Middle East
the Environmental Protection icans and highly profitable alienation they already feel due Sean Durns is right to recall the recently celebrated 70th anni-
Agency and many other agen- corporations, although they to recent Israeli decisions on versary of the Nov. 29, 1947 U.N. General Assembly partition
cies, and is doing everything have already greatly benefitted prayer at the Kotel, conversion resolution and the virulent opposition to Jewish statehood that
possible to eliminate or weaken financially in recent years. This and other issues. This could was led by the Mufti of Jerusalem, Haj Amin el Husseini (“An
recent efforts to reduce green- will increase the national debt reduce the moral, political and Overlooked Legacy of Arab Rejectionism,” Dec. 27).
house gases. by up to $1.5 trillion, giving the financial support Israel receives
Republicans an excuse to carry from American Jews. Indeed, Husseini was not only a wartime Nazi ally, but already
Israelis should be especial- out their longtime desires to in 1937 had issued a seething, anti-Semitic declaration, calling
ly concerned about climate cut Social Security, Medicare, Doesn’t Trump still deserve upon Muslims everywhere to fight and kill the Jews, whom he
threats. Because of climate Medicaid and environmental praise for his strong support of described as the arch-enemies of Muslims and mankind.
change, the Middle East is and health protections. Israel? Somehow some negative
becoming hotter and drier and, things about Trump’s positions During the war, Husseini’s declaration was published by the
according to military experts, Then there is the issue of and statements about Israel are Nazis as “Islam und Judentum” (Islam and Jewry). It was distrib-
this makes violence, terrorism Trump’s character. As The New being ignored. For example: uted to the mostly Muslim members of the SS Handschar Division
and war more likely. If the rap- York Times conservative colum- Trump has not kept his pledge he was involved in forming, and which participated in war crimes
id melting of polar icecaps and nist Bret Stephens, a former chief of seeing that there would be against Jews, Serbs and other opponents of the Third Reich.
glaciers continue, the coastal editor of The Jerusalem Post, put
plain that contains most of it in a recent article, Trump’s See Trump, Page 18 Thus, what is often simply called Palestinian nationalism
Israel’s population and infra- was in fact a form of jihadist warfare upon the Jews created by
structure will be inundated by a murderous Muslim supremacist — who could not accept the
a rising Mediterranean Sea. sovereign existence of Jews anywhere in the Middle East and
who collaborated with Hitler to see that most European Jews
Israel is already facing the were murdered.

Morton A. Klein | National President,
Zionist Organization of America

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THE VIEW FROM HERE Doctrine

Nothing Great About Continued from Page 16
Oval Office Comments
The point is, this is the vision Keep an eye out for the
BY JOSHUA RUNYAN ting from so-called Temporary higher-paying occupations and of foreign policy put forth at a coming manifestations of
Protected Status came to the raising the overall pace of inno- regime-sponsored parley. These the “State-Resistance Doc-
DID HE OR didn’t he say it? United States because of a break- vation and productivity growth.” are the principles that guide trine.” You never know, it
That’s the question that’s been down in humanitarian services Rouhani and Zarif as much might turn out to be the
in their home countries follow- You needn’t be a social justice as the Islamic Revolutionary source of the Islamic Repub-
on many minds since Jan. 11. ing powerful earthquakes. But warrior championing the Jewish Guard Corps in dealing with lic’s coming collapse. l
I’m, of course, referring to to begrudge their presence here mandate to “welcome the strang- the outside world. Through its
— for either economic or racial er” to realize that immigration own words, the Iranian regime Ben Cohen writes Jewish affairs
President Donald Trump. In the reasons — is evidence of a cruel from all parts of the world is a gives the lie to Western claims and Middle Eastern politics for JNS.
midst of an Oval Office discus- heart indeed. big part of what has made this of “moderation.” org, which distributed this article.
sion with a bipartisan group of country so great. It does need
U.S. senators presumably aimed For one, recipients of TPS, repeating, however, that many Trump
at hammering out a deal on which the Trump administra- of our ancestors — far from
the fate of the 69,000 dream- tion announced this month will being welcomed — were deni- Continued from Page 17
ers — undocumented immi- end, work and pay taxes and grated as poor and undesirable
grants brought here as children thereby contribute to the overall immigrants when they arrived no space between the Unit- through the votes in the U.N.
whose protections are expiring American economy, as do most on these shores. ed States and Israel, as he has Security Council and General
— Trump reportedly objected to dreamers. In addition, sepa- demanded several times that Assembly, and resulted in a
accepting immigrants from El rating residents on the basis of Their experiences, echoed by Israel limit settlement con- further decrease in the poten-
Salvador, Haiti, Africa and other their race, ethnicity or country the collective history of the Ger- struction, and Trump’s $110 tial of a peace agreement.
“shithole” countries. of origin — as the president’s man, Italian, Eastern European, billion arms sale to Saudi Ara-
reference to the entire conti- Asian, African and South Amer- bia reduces Israel’s qualitative Yes, the peace process
Republicans who were at nent of Africa seems to do — is ican immigrants who at various military edge. has basically been dead for
the brief exchange have denied not something to which we as times in our history flocked to some time, and the Palestin-
they heard the president use Americans generally aspire. the United States, demonstrate Trump deserves praise for ians certainly deserve much
that specific term, and new that on the whole, immigrants his decision to recognize Jeru- blame. But Israel needs to do
reports on Jan. 16 indicated The nativists argue that are hardworking, resourceful and salem as the capital of Isra- everything possible to obtain
that Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) immigration presents a net drag proud of their communities — all el but not to be lionized. Of a resolution of the conflict
may have misheard Trump say on the economy. That’s a dubious traits that Americans hold dear. course Jerusalem is the capi- in order to avert continued
“shithouse” instead. claim, even though states with tal of Israel, always has been and possibly increased vio-
large low-income and immi- Trump and his supporters and always will be. But the lence and diplomatic crit-
Regardless of what specifically grant populations tend to pay needn’t be racist to be proven nations of the world will only icism, effectively respond to
passed the president’s lips — and up-front costs in the delivery of just how wrong their position is. acknowledge that if it is part of her economic, environmental
seemingly contrary to what has social services such as education. But it cannot be denied that the a comprehensive, sustainable and other domestic problems,
actually been the justified apo- (Most immigrants are barred by kind of race-based discrimina- resolution of the Israeli-Pales- and remain a Jewish and a
plexy that has swept across the law from receiving cash assis- tion they seem to want to imple- tinian conflict. democratic state. Many Israeli
country — it does not matter tance and other social safety net ment in U.S. immigration policy strategic and military experts
which word Trump borrowed benefits like food stamps and is antithetical to America’s values While Trump’s pronounce- agree with this assessment,
from the lexicon of vulgarity Medicaid.) The University of and its history as a safe haven ment about Jerusalem is good including the living ex-heads
that day. It could have even been Pennsylvania’s Wharton School for the world’s downtrodden and for Israel’s morale, it did not of the Shin Bet. It’s hard to see
“hellhole,” a description that at concluded that in the long run, oppressed. To keep her “city on change the overall situation. how lionizing Trump accom-
different times might be an apt America’s relatively liberal a hill” shining for the rest of the It did, however, spark much plishes anything. l
characterization of various tran- immigration policies have a net world requires us to refrain from resentment among the Pales-
sitioning nations and failed states. positive economic effect. turning her light off. tinians, other Arabs and many Richard H. Schwartz is the presi-
nations, led to some violence, dent of the Society of Ethical and
No, the way I see it is that the “Immigrants, whether high- Make no mistake: That is showed further evidence of Religious Vegetarians and the pres-
kicker came just after the swear- or low-skilled, legal or illegal, are precisely what will happen — widespread opposition to ident emeritus of Jewish Veg.
ing, when Trump reportedly held unlikely to replace native-born if it hasn’t already — if we pull Israel’s position on Jerusalem
up Norway and Asian countries as workers or reduce their wages the welcome mat from under
the sources of what he feels would over the long-term, though they those looking for safety and a Join the conversation!
be more favorable immigrants. may cause some short-term dislo- better life. l
At best, the president seems to cations in labor markets,” Whar- Tell us what you’re thinking
see immigration through a sup- ton’s Budget Model newsletter Joshua Runyan is the editor- and interact with the community at
posed economic-benefit model, declared last summer. “Indeed, in-chief of the Jewish Exponent. He
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would be nothing less than a race- tion may actually have signifi-
and ethnic-based discriminatory cant long-term benefits for the
immigration system. native-born, pushing them into

There is no question that Sal-
vadorans and Haitians benefit-

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Israeli Filmmakers to Explore ‘Revolution’ of Diversity

FILM dominated by males from the Hedva and Gili Goldschmidt Photo provided
MARISSA STERN | JE STAFF center of Israel who are mainly
Ashkenazi, non-religious and population in a similar way. It society but people who are
THE ISRAELI FILM and tele- left wing, he said. Until recent followed an Arab-Israeli jour- part of that society, proud of
vision industry is in the midst years, Israel did not have com- nalist in search of his identity. it, want to stay in it, and have
of a “revolution,” according to mercial television stations that issues like every other person
Gili Goldschmidt. were not backed by the govern- Shtisel showcased a haredi in life.”
ment, leaving a gap in what was family living in an impover-
Just as the entertainment portrayed on screen. ished community in Jerusalem, He is optimistic that with
industry in America has seen a which will receive an Ameri- more films and series that
slow but persistent shift toward Where there were once one can adaptation called Emmis, explore the lives of people in
creating more stories with or two film schools, Israel now per a 2016 Deadline report. different communities by peo-
characters who aren’t white and has more than a dozen. It’s ple who actually live in and are
male, so, too, has Israel seen a opened the door for new and What set Shtisel apart was from those communities, more
new wave in film and television necessary voices, he said. that the family was religious, but voices can be heard.
that includes authentic story- that wasn’t what defined them.
telling and representation. “Once you had people “I hope it will go into a
who come from these soci- “When you have an ultra more colorful market and
A filmmaker himself, Gold- eties, from the minorities — Orthodox character, [it’s] usu- more colorful world of cre-
schmidt has over the last 25 you have Russian immigrant ally in the context of some- ation on television and cinema
years seen more cinema and filmmakers, you had religious body being jailed or locked in a with more new voices, authen-
television creators of different filmmakers, you had ultra world he doesn’t want to be in tic voices, fascinating voices
backgrounds tell the stories of Orthodox filmmakers, you and the whole thing is around that will show the variety of
their own communities with had Arab filmmakers — all of how he’s going to come out faces and voices from Israel,”
an authenticity that perhaps a sudden, the Israeli cinema of it and what are going to be he said.
has been lacking. came to a great blooming, I the costs,” Goldschmidt said.
would say,” he said. “And for the first time, it was “This is the process we’re
He and his wife Hedva a whole television series pre- going through, which is a
— an industry veteran who Many films that have won senting them as regular human healthy process, and I hope
started the distribution com- Ophir awards — the Israeli beings with love issues, with we can continue in that way
pany Go2Films 11 years ago family issues. to understand that the world
after working with film festi- All of these on their own are minorities, but is complex and the people
vals — will discuss the chang- all of them together are the majority of Israeli “It was done with a lot of are complex, and that com-
es they’ve seen as part of a society. If they don’t find the voice and they love by people who came from plexity should be presented
special Israeli Film Festival of cannot see themselves accurately on screen, it within that community,” he on the screen.” l
Philadelphia event at 1 p.m. means what the Israeli viewer sees on screen is added. “That is what enabled
on Jan. 21 at Jack M. Barrack very much one type of Israeli and all the rest are it to be so authentic and so [email protected];
Hebrew Academy. The event is being portrayed in a stereotypical way.” beautiful. It’s not dealing with 215-832-0740
part of the celebration of Isra- people who want to leave that
el’s upcoming 70th birthday GILI GOLDSCHMIDT
with the Jewish Federation of
Greater Philadelphia. version of the Oscars — have are now streaming on Amazon
been by these filmmakers from Prime — and was called “an
Israel is a country in which minority societies. Orthodox version of Friends”
minorities make up the majority, And it isn’t limited to the in a JTA article.
said Goldschmidt, who lives in big screen. During the Bar- “That was the first time a TV
Jerusalem. He cited the large pop- rack discussion, the couple will series on prime-time television in
ulations of Russian immigrants, show clips from TV shows that Israel dealt with this society and
Arab Israelis, the modern Ortho- highlight these communities for the first time it showed them
dox community — his own — — and were created by people for really what they were,” Gold-
and the haredi community. who know them firsthand. schmidt said. “It didn’t appeal
Srugim, for instance, fol- only to the modern Orthodox
“All of these on their own lowed the lives of a group of community, it appealed to the
are minorities, but all of them single modern Orthodox men whole public in Israel.”
together are the majority of and women in Jerusalem. It Arab Labor was a sitcom
Israeli society,” he said. “If they ran for three seasons — which that served the Arab Israeli
don’t find the voice and they
cannot see themselves accu-
rately on screen, it means what
the Israeli viewer sees on screen
is very much one type of Israeli
and all the rest are being por-
trayed in a stereotypical way.”

The industry has long been

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Two Local Authors Garner Literary Accolades

BOOKS culture among teenagers in tures and the same romances As she prepares for the “I started thinking about
MARISSA STERN | JE STAFF East Berlin in the 1980s. and the same trials and tribula- October publication of The Spy how do I bring this to life and
tions as our American teenagers with the Red Balloon — the who are these people, and I
IT’S BEEN A good week for “I didn’t learn about East get in young adult fiction.” companion book to The Girl — had the idea of writing about
Jewish authors. Berlin in school growing up,” she’s also looking forward to this girl who ends up in the
she noted, “so it was a really Being named to the Sydney continuing work on an anthol- palace and what is her story,”
Writers across the country fun process for me to learn Taylor awards list was a dream ogy of Jewish young adult short Pransky said. “The book is
are celebrating receiving hon- about the resistance and the for Locke. about the girl, it’s not about
ors from the annual Sydney ways people rebelled and stories, written by Jewish Queen Esther, but of course
Taylor Book Awards, recently found joy and hope and Katherine Locke young adult authors, that the whole Purim story is in
announced by the Association community in a climate that she is co-editing for a fall the background.”
of Jewish Libraries — includ- was not set up to foster that “You’re not supposed to make 2019 release.
ing two locals. type of community.” external goals in publishing … Its title was chosen as per
like winning awards — but I real- “I am super excited that the Megillah, Queen Esther
Katherine Locke was driv- A young adult writer, she ly, really wanted to be on this it is going to exist in the had seven handmaidens, one
ing to work one day when “99 wanted to write a story that list,” she laughed. “The Sydney world,” she said. “It’s exactly for each day of the week,
Red Balloons” came on the appealed to teenagers in a Taylor Book Award list every year what I would have wanted which became her method
radio. In her head, she saw a new way. Namely, with a has guided my reading and I’ve and needed as a Jewish teen.” of tracking the days so she
girl going over a wall, carried Jewish character whose story discovered so many wonderful could observe Shabbat. In
by a red balloon, and let her was not set in the Holocaust. Jewish books through it I would Meantime, Jack M. the story, Darya becomes her
imagination run with it. never have found on my own.” Barrack Hebrew Academy seventh handmaiden, thus
As Ellie was pulled back sixth-grade language arts marking Shabbat.
That chase “down the rabbit in time, Locke deliberate- and social studies teacher
hole” resulted in the Kennett ly did not want her to be Judith Pransky was named As it is geared toward
Square resident’s young adult transported to the time of the Sydney Taylor Manu- young readers, she hopes pro-
novel, The Girl with the Red Bal- the Holocaust. script Award winner for spective future readers will
loon, which was awarded a Syd- The Seventh Handmaid- gain from the novel what she
ney Taylor Honors silver medal. Judith Pransky en. The award is given “to hopes her students learn in
Photos provided her classroom. Her grandchil-
It follows 16-year-old Ellie an unpublished dren who have already read it
Baum, who accidentally time manuscript that were immersed in the story,
travels via magical red balloon has broad appeal she said, adding with a laugh
to 1988 East Berlin. The sto- to readers aged they had to keep reminding
ry is narrated through three 8-13 and presents themselves their grandmother
perspectives across three time- Jewish life in a was the author.
lines: Ellie’s, in present day as positive light.”
well as 1988; her grandfather’s, “I’m hoping that my students
in 1941 and 1942 as he escapes a Her novel and other young people will
concentration camp; and Kai’s, follows Darya, read it, get involved in it, and
a Romani teenager in Berlin a young girl absorb the history along with
Ellie meets during her journey. in Persia who it — the secular history and the
becomes an Jewish history,” she said.
“I’m really interested in enslaved hand-
the way memory and identity maiden to Queen As she continues to search
interact with each other, and I Esther. Mixed for a publisher for Handmaid-
wanted to find a story where I with the fiction- en, she was thrilled to be cho-
al characters sen as the award winner and
Katherine Locke was driving to work one day Pransky created hopes it will help the novel find
when “99 Red Balloons” came on the radio. In her are also those of a home. That she found out she
head, she saw a girl going over a wall, carried by a the Megillah. won the same week she learned
red balloon, and let her imagination run with it. a children’s book she wrote was
When she headed to bookstores didn’t
could explore that,” said Locke, “I really want more books teaches ancient hurt either.
who belongs to Congregation where Jewish teenagers are history to her
Beth Emeth in Wilmington. heroes of their own story and students, she “I did not expect to win this
tries to do something her own award, I really didn’t, and it
The research process to are not victims of a greater trag- teachers didn’t do when she was amazing,” she enthused. “I
inform the world of East Ber- edy,” she said. “I want that to be was a student: blend secular hope that whenever it gets pub-
lin in 1988 was quite involved, something that we’re writing history with Jewish history. lished that they enjoy it, just
Locke admitted, but she found and giving teenagers is that we As they were learning about like you want people to enjoy
stories she’d never heard are more than our victimhood ancient Persia, she thought of any novel that’s written.” l
before, like the skateboarding and we have the same adven- the story of Purim and was
influenced by a historian’s work [email protected];
fitting the story of the Megillah 215-832-0740
into ancient Persian history.

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Art Exhibit Presents Fabrics
From Jewish Tradition

ARTS from the museum’s collection to think about those stories in Grandmother Jewelry Set
SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF and artwork from members the fabric, in the object. I want Stitches by Paula From Reworked
of the Temple Judea Museum them to connect that Jewish ritu- Mandel Torah Mantle by
A BURNING BUSH, Elijah’s Artists’ Collaborative and the al is all about people connecting Naomi Godel
cup and the Red Nile — all made Pomegranate Guild of Judaic and community and celebrating, into a breast-
of mosaic — decorate clay pil- Needlework’s local chapter. generation to generation.” plate. She also Pillows for a
lows in a piece for the upcoming created Vic- Passover Seder by
exhibit, The Needle’s Trail, at the The exhibit’s purpose is to When Poley invited mem- torian-style Ricki Lent
Temple Judea Museum. show off the museum’s col- bers of the Temple Judea Muse- earrings and Photos provided
lection. At least once a year, um Artists’ Collaborative to a cuff out of
Ricki Lent, the artist behind the museum puts on such an participate, she showed them other parts of the mantles. they could interpret the idea of
Pillows for a Passover Seder, exhibition, but with different fabrics that the Skirball Cul- fabric in a different medium.”
said museum curator Rita Ros- angles each time. Next year, for tural Center in Los Angeles Godel has another piece in
en Poley invited her to rein- example, the museum will put had gifted to the museum 15 the exhibit as well — a wimpel Lent, who has been a mem-
terpret the idea of fabric for a on an exhibition that features years ago. Some artists chose to — that was not created for this ber of the collaborative since
piece in the exhibit. The exhibit its photography. remake these materials for this particular exhibit. Poley commissioned her for a
focuses on fabric, but Lent took exhibit, such as Naomi Godel, mosaic piece at Keneseth Isra-
it in a different direction. Poley said she hopes viewers who turned parts of Torah “Reusing sacred items, even el, said she hopes Pillows for
think about the stories behind mantles into a jewelry set. not for their original intent, it a Passover Seder brings back
“The idea was to embroi- the pieces in the exhibit. keeps the pieces alive,” she said. fond memories of past seders
der some pillows with mosaic,” Godel is a beader who has to viewers.
Lent said. “It was just sort of a “I gave it the title The Nee- restored vintage beaded purses Other artists from the col-
fun idea to make the clay and dle’s Trail to try and make and designed new purses on vin- laborative, such as Lent, went in “It brought back lots of mem-
the mosaic, which is a very the viewers to the exhibition tage frames for 20 years. More a different direction in creating ories,” Lent said. “It was just a fun
hard substance, look soft, look connect to the fact that these recently, she has expanded into pieces for The Needle’s Trail. play on reclining on pillows.”
pillowy. The theme was that at fabrics were made by people,” jewelry. She said she was taken
Passover, one reclines on pil- Poley said. “The Needle’s Trail by the Torah mantles from the “Some of our artists are not [email protected];
lows. The idea for the pillows is to make people think of Skirball Cultural Center. fabric artists, so I tried to make 215-832-0729
were symbols from the Exodus whose hand held the needle.” it as open as possible,” Poley
story or the Passover story.” “They were all original- said. “I told our artists that
One particular piece Poley ly hand-embroidered, hand-
The Needle’s Trail will run hopes viewers reflect on is a sewn, and they’re just hidden
at the museum at Reform tallit katan sent from a woman away because they can’t be
Congregation Keneseth Israel in Europe to her grandson in used,” she said. “A lot of them
from Jan. 19 to March 23. The the United States just before are falling apart.”
exhibit will showcase about the Holocaust.
100 pieces, including textiles She took some home to mull
“She would never meet her over and had the idea of turning
grandson, she would never see a crown from one of the mantles
him,” Poley said. “I want people

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How to Enjoy Winter Produce

FOOD

KERI WHITE | JE FOOD COLUMNIST CREAMED BRUSSELS If you prefer a creamier (or
SPROUTS less creamy) version, you can
AS THE JANUARY doldrums A friend shared this recipe adjust the amounts of cream
arrive, we crave hearty, warming with me recently. She had been and broth according to person-
meals. Soups, roasts and stews dining out while traveling and al taste.
abound, but these heavy dishes had a version of the dish at a
can make us feel sluggish and restaurant. She tasted it and Serves six
want to hibernate even more. was totally overcome — “it’s
like eating velvet.” She con- 2½ p ounds Brussels sprouts,
I’m all for warming from with- vinced the server to ask the hashed, coarsely
in, but don’t forget the veggies. chef to explain how she made chopped or shredded
the dish, and then my friend (cook’s choice)
Many farmers markets kindly shared the recipe with
operate year-round, and if you me with the caveat that you 1 onion, chopped finely
don’t have one nearby, even should always make more than 2 tablespoons oil
grocery stores stock plenty of you think you need because 2 tablespoons butter
fresh produce. Wise shoppers everyone loves this dish. ½ teaspoon salt
eat seasonally; this is healthy ½ teaspoon pepper
and economical. You simply Her instructions suggest ¾ cup vegetable broth
will not find a beautiful tomato “hashing” the sprouts: cut- ¾ cup heavy cream
or a locally grown strawberry ting off the stem and then
in January at any price, so let’s chopping the sprouts in quar- In a large skillet, melt the
embrace what may be available. ters. I did that when I made butter and oil. Add the onions
Think hardy, robust, late-fall the dish for a party of six. and sauté until softened.
roots and cruciferous vegetables, When I was hosting 16 over
or late-season apples and pears the holidays, the process was Add the Brussels sprouts,
that farmers can store well. daunting, so I shredded the salt and pepper, and sauté until
sprouts (stem and all) in my shiny and slightly softened.
These dishes bring interest and Cuisinart. It worked beauti-
variety to the typical winter repast fully and, henceforth, shall be Add the broth and cook,
and, depending on your selection, my method. uncovered, over medium-low
can add plenty of vitamins, fiber until the liquid is reduced and
and color to your plate. the sprouts are totally cooked
through. (Add more broth if
Top, from left: prepped Brussels sprouts, cooked Brussels sprouts; needed).

center: prepped fondant potatoes; bottom, from left: fondant potatoes Add the cream, heat through
and allow it to thicken slightly,
cooking, fondant potatoes cooked Photos by Keri White and serve.

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toes), but the presentation is gle layer. Sprinkle with salt, later than she had planned,
dramatic and the results are pepper, butter, garlic and rose- impacting her cooking sched- Place the apples in a saucepan smell a slight burnt, caramel-
delicious. Do these for a small- mary. Check the potatoes fre- ule. I offered to help, and she with water. Heat the mixture to a ized aroma and remove the
to medium-sized crowd. quently to make sure they don’t handed me a bowl of chopped boil and lower to a simmer. apples from the heat.
stick to the pan; scrape with a vegetables, along with some
Serves six spatula if needed. additional items, pointed to her Cook uncovered, allowing Add a bit more water, stir
spice cabinet, and asked me to the liquid to evaporate. Keep and add the molasses or brown
6 russet potatoes, peeled When the bottoms of the make a salad. Here’s what I did: an eye on the pot as the liquid sugar. Scrape the bottom, heat
and slicked thickly into potatoes are beginning to reduces; let the apples burn to dissolve the sweetener and
1-inch cylinders (with flat crisp, flip the potatoes. When Serves 12 slightly so that you just barely serve hot or cold. l
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2 tablespoons butter, cut in edges. Remove them from the 4 handfuls fresh spinach,
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CANDLE LIGHTING

A Different Kind of Revolution January 19 4:47 p.m.
January 26 4:55 p.m.

BY RABBI SHLOMO RISKIN Every human being is a child of the prophecy from the Cov- The familiar life-giving Nile under the God of all humanity.
God, born with the inalienable enant Between the Pieces, in turned to blood, wild animals Thus, the Israelites have no
PARSHAT BO right of freedom. which God informs Abraham ran rampant and seemingly
IN A GREAT tragedy of histo- that “your descendants will be controlled human movement, right to feel like invincible con-
ry, the success of far too many This forward-looking guid- strangers in a land not theirs; and hail uncharacteristically querors after their successful
revolutions against tyranny ing principle for humanity they shall be enslaved; and they rained down on a defenseless Exodus. If anything, they can
have turned into disasters, with reverberates to the present day. shall be afflicted,” after which Egyptian populace. only feel beholden to the God
the revolutionaries acting as Sadly, since oppression and they will inherit the Promised of their redemption, before
cruelly and high-handedly in rebellion persist in this world, Land of Israel. The second plague in each whom every human is creature
power as the despots they over- we see that the lesson has not of the categories — frogs, ani- and not creator, servant and
threw. Consider the French yet taken root everywhere, so This prophecy delineates the mal illnesses and locusts — not master. The creatorhood
“reign of terror” that followed it is imperative that we learn three characteristics perpetrated would make the Egyptians feel and parenthood of God ulti-
the 1789 revolution, and the from the Exodus, the quint- by every persecutor toward its enslaved, devoid of ownership mately make possible the crea-
policy of systematic oppression essential moral revolution victim: alienation, enslavement of any property, the chief char- ture-hood and sibling-hood
by Stalin in the decades fol- against human oppression of and affliction. The Israelites in acteristic of a slave. Frogs took of humanity, and in such a
lowing 1917’s Bolshevik revo- fellow humans. Egypt were first delegitimized as over their homes, animal ill- world, no human has the right
lution, to cite but two examples aliens or strangers in a foreign nesses destroyed their livestock to enslave another human.
that have unfortunate parallels The series of events that country to which they did not and locusts completely con-
in more recent times. enabled the Israelites to finally belong; were enslaved and forced sumed their agricultural crop. God freed us from Pha-
flee from Egypt were, of course, to build the storehouses of Pitom raoh’s enslavement in order
With that context, we the ten plagues. The order and and Ramses; and were merci- The third plague of each of that we be able to serve God,
would have expected to read content of the plagues are not lessly afflicted through the mass the categories — vermin, boils the only and ultimate Redeem-
of vengeful behavior by the coincidental; embedded in their murder of their male babies and and darkness — afflicted every er. Therefore, God teaches us
freed Israelites toward an structure is the key lesson about back-breaking labor under inhu- Egyptian with severe personal and the world that we must
Egyptian oppressor that had the Exodus for all future gener- mane working conditions. discomfort, making it impossi- “love the stranger, because
dehumanized and enslaved ations. Appropriately enough, it ble to continue living, working you were strangers in the land
them for generations. They is the Passover haggadah that The Maharal and Rabbi and socializing in any humanly of Egypt,” and gave us the
certainly had plenty of scores unlocks this message, where Hirsch ingeniously suggest endurable fashion. The Egyp- Sabbath, a day on which our
to settle. Yet the rebellion Rabbi Judah breaks down these that God punished the Egyp- tians became subjected to the gentile servants, too, “may rest
by the Israelite slaves does plagues into three categories, tians measure for measure by very alienation, enslavement like you” — for everyone must
not take this parochial — if consisting of three, three and means of the plagues. and affliction to which they be free under God. This is the
understandable — detour. four plagues, respectively. had subjected the Israelites. ultimate message and legacy
The first plague in each of of the great Israelite revolution
Rather, the divinely orches- Based on this teaching, the three categories — blood, The most important point of in Egypt. l
trated Israelite revolution Rabbi Judah Loew (16th-centu- wild animals and hail — all this, however, is that it is not
actually has an unambiguous, ry Prague, better known as the would make the Egyptians the Israelites who return the Rabbi Shlomo Riskin is the chief
universal message that repu- “Maharal”) and Rabbi Sam- feel like aliens in an Egypt favor to the Egyptians; rather, rabbi of Efrat.
diates the Egyptian worldview: son Raphael Hirsch (19th-cen- taken over by some strange it is the Almighty who teach-
tury Germany) offer a deep force totally foreign to their es the world the lesson of the
insight into the plagues, citing experience until this point. necessity of universal freedom

Ceisler you are willing to do the right people my age, she actually “The thing I remember most The event ended with Ceis-
thing no matter how difficult has wisdom and experience.” about that night was the pas- ler swearing in on a Bible and
Continued from Page 4 that may be.’” sion you felt for a court that giving her own speech to thank
Daniel Ceisler recalled most Pennsylvanians don’t her staff and family for their
are prohibited from making In addition to Daniel Ceis- that, when he came back even know exists,” Daniel support during her campaign
promises, soliciting funds ler, other speakers included to the United States from Ceiser said. over the past year.
and expressing opinions. Ceisler’s daughter, Hannah; a year overseas in Decem-
Jill Maderer, senior rab- ber 2016, he returned to a Daniel Ceisler, who has “I’m so glad to be just your
“I was always incredibly bi at Congregation Rodeph changed country. experience working in politics mom again, not your candidate
moved and honestly over- Shalom; and Pennsylvania in the past, said his introvert- — much less complicated,”
whelmed by the generosity of Supreme Court Justice Debra In addition to catching ed mother had to push herself Ceisler said, addressing her son
people throughout Pennsylva- McCloskey Todd. up with his family, he spent outside of her comfort zone during her speech. “That being
nia willing to give their time, that night discussing the and attend political events said, I don’t think you will ever
energy and financial support “What I can say about my political atmosphere. almost every night, meeting truly understand how grateful
to me when I couldn’t prom- mom that not a lot of young hundreds of people. I am to you. You put all of your
ise them anything in return,” women can say about their That was when his mother heart and soul and energy into
Ceisler said. “When I shared mothers is that my mom is told him she was interested She also dislikes driving helping your mother fulfill an
these feelings with my sup- my best friend,” said Hannah in running for a statewide but put 30,000 miles — more amazing dream.”
porters, the typical response Ceisler, a student at the Uni- judicial position on the than the circumference of the
was, ‘All we want, Judge, is versity of Pennsylvania. “I go Commonwealth Court. Earth — on her car in less [email protected];
that you do justice, and that to her for advice before peo- than a year, driving across 215-832-0729
ple my age because, unlike That was, he said, the first the state.
time he had even heard of
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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.

Super Sunday: Coming to a Location Near You

LAUNDRY DAY? OK, that makes for a decent Sunday. Family day? That’s a great Sunday. But to make it a Super Sunday, Civil Dialogue
you need something extra: community, a big dose of caring and a whole lot of schmoozing. Now that’s our kind of Sunday. for Uncivil Times

Join the Jewish Federation on February 11th for Super Sunday, the Jewish Federation’s largest day of community February 8th | 7:00 p.m.,
fundraising when, working together, we make phone calls to secure vital resources for our Jewish communities. And Congregation Beth Or,
this year, Super Sunday is coming to a location near YOU! With five locations throughout Greater Philadelphia, it’s Maple Glen
never been easier to Carry the Light.
THE PATH TO PEACE in the
Locations and times: The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Tell your friends and neighbors. Middle East is heavily debated
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Afterward, Tobin and
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THURSDAY, JAN. 18 La Bohème Discussion. Kabbalat Shabbat. SUNDAY, JAN. 21 from the anchor desk at WPVI-TV. The
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Mommy and Me. Renowned musical expert Joseph Erdeljac Join Tzedek v’Shalom at the Newtown Today’s Challenges of changed Lisa’s outlook on life. When she
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Sherrie Turetsky, director of the School pers of Temple Sholom for our second joyous, music-filled service to welcome Rabbi Gil Student, noted blogger stories of ordinary people overcoming
of Early Learning at Old York Road Tem- afternoon program. Erdeljac will present shabbat. This service will be led by Rabbi and book editor of the Orthodox obstacles and illnesses. Our own Larry
ple-Beth Am, will lead a weekly one-hour La Bohème by Puccini at 1:30 p.m. This Marcia Prager and Hazzan Jack Kessler. Union’s magazine Jewish Action, Kane will join Lisa for an interview-style
“Mommy & Me” class at 9:30 a.m. 971 Old event will turn non-opera lovers into opera The service will be followed by a veg- will speak at B’nai Israel-Ohev conversation. 10:30 a.m. For more infor-
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the Shin Bet agent who risked his career B’Shevat, the “New Year of the Trees,” favorite camp fair for nearly 20 years. the Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needle-
to protect him. Starts at 1 p.m. To register: Join Old York Road Temple-Beth Am for when we plant trees, eat fruits and nuts Meet camp directors from about 40 day work, The TJM Artists’ Collaborative and
jfcsphilly.org/communityenrichment- Kabbalat Shabbat services beginning at and think about our Earth and how we and overnight camps, traditional and The Temple Judea Museum Fabric Collec-
series. If you need assistance, call Valerie 6 p.m. in the Temple Beth Torah Chapel, care for it. For more information, call special interest camps (arts, sports, STEM), tion. Reception to follow. This program
Ricapito at 267-256-2018. Barbara and with kiddush and motzi to follow. For more 215-887-8700. 8339 Old York Road, teen travel and adventure programs and at 1 p.m. at the Temple Judea Museum
Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center of information call 215-886-8000. 971 Old Elkins Park. camps for children with special needs. Kids at Reform Congregation Keneseth is free
JFCS, 345 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd. York Road, Abington. welcome. Free admission, free parking. and open to the public. For more infor-
Unity Shabbat Service. Delaware Valley University, Student Center mation, call 215-887-2027. 8339 Old York
Play and Discussion. Marom Kabbalat Shabbat. Building, 700 E. Butler Ave., Doylestown. Road, Elkins Park.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester
Gili Getz will perform The Forbidden Rabbi Goldman will lead an uplifting, con- County will host a Unity Shabbat ser- Jazz Band Concert. Tu B’Shevat Program.
Conversation, a play and discussion templative Kabbalat Shabbat service with vice at 7:30 p.m. Members from various Join Temple Sholom in Broomall for a
exploring the difficulty of discussing the soulful singing and percussion at 6 p.m. faith traditions (Christian, Muslim, Hin- jazz concert. Panorama Jazz Band hails jkidphilly and PJ Our Way unite from
Israeli-Palestinian conflict, at 7:30 p.m. at at Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel. Join us du) will participate in the service as a straight from New Orleans and is here 3 to 4:30 p.m. to celebrate Tu B’Shevat,
Main Line Reform Temple. The event is for a spiritually rousing and heart-opening sign of unity to celebrate our common for its third year. Lots of great live music, the birthday of the trees, at Jewish Fam-
co-sponsored by the MLRT Friends of J evening of music, prayer and contempla- heritage as Americans and to speak of dancing and fun. $36. Contact the Temple ily and Children’s Service Barbara and
Street and Friends of the New Israel Fund. tion. 300 S. 18th St., Philadelphia. the value of human dignity. 385 Pott- office for more information, 610-356-5165. Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center. With
Register mlrt.org/lifelong-learning. 410 stown Pike, Uwchland. Clubhouse at Liseter Estates, 303 Orchard children under 8, join us in the communi-
Montgomery Ave., Wynnewood. Contemporary Service. Lane, Newtown Square. ty room for stories, planting and food art
Singles Shabbat Service. fun. For our older PJ Our way kids (age 8
Workshop for Women. For those seeking a lively, moving and SUNDAY, JAN. 21 ½-11) join us downstairs as we participate
spirited Shabbat experience, don’t miss Join Congregation Beth El at 8 p.m. in a cooking demonstration, skype with
Six-part session group for “women of a this special service featuring music by in the small chapel for Beth El Singles Finding Your Jewish Zen. our PJ Our Way friends from Miami, and
certain age” who are ready to strengthen Ross M. Levy and the Levites. Join Main Shabbat services. These services are Congregation Kol Emet will hold a three- so much more. Both programs will be
their unique spiritual inner core and outer Line Reform Temple in celebration at this on the third Friday of each month and part series called “Finding Your Jewish creating items to donate to JFCS clients.
vibrancy, have fun and rejoice in being uplifting Shabbat service, where visual are open to the whole community. No Zen.” These sessions are designed to be For more information, contact Robyn
the women we are. 11 a.m. at the Barbara tefillah and contemporary music will reservations; no cost. Contact Norma a spiritual exploration of Judaism. They Cohen at rcohen@jewishlearningventure.
and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center bring you a renewed sense of community Kamis at 856-662-7916 or email her at are free and open to the public. Come to org. 345 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd.
of JFCS. RSVP to Valerie Ricapito at 267- and peace. Snack and schmooze at 6 [email protected] for additional one or all three sessions: Jewish spiritual
256-2018. $108. 345 Montgomery Ave., p.m., followed by service at 6:30 p.m. 410 information. 8000 Main St., Voorhees. practices; mitzvot and your purpose; Jew-
Bala Cynwyd. Montgomery Ave., Wynnewood. ish gratitude and blessings. 10 a.m. Call
SATURDAY, JAN. 20 215-493-8522 for more information. 1360
The 2018 Caroline Zelaznik Gruss and Joseph S. Gruss Oxford Valley Road, Yardley.
Lecture in Talmudic Civil Law Torah, Bagels, Coffee.
Guest Speaker.
Divine Law: Begin Shabbat morning at Old York Old York Road Temple-Beth Am will
A Tale of Two Concepts (and three responses) Road Temple-Beth Am with an interac- host Lisa Thomas-Laury, who will talk
tive, engaging discussion of the weekly about her rise in TV journalism and her
TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2018 portion including bagels and coffee at 9 long struggle to beat the severe chal-
a.m. followed by a peer-led Shabbat ser- lenge of POEMS syndrome. Her medical
s vice at 10:15 a.m. Casual dress is appropri- condition forced her to take a leave
ate, and everyone is welcome. For more
5:30 PM information, call 215-886-8000. 971 Old
York Road, Abington.
The University of Pennsylvania Law School
Healing Service and Torah
Silverman Hall | S245A | Levy Conference Center Yoga.

3501 Sansom Street Join Beth Sholom Congregation at
10 a.m. for Torah, yoga, meditation
Christine Hayes The lecture will be followed by an informal reception. and song with Leah Weisman. Weave
Dietary laws will be adhered to. a yoga practice that will tap into your
2017-2018 inner wisdom, strength, joy and heal-
Gruss Visiting Professor of Law ing capabilities. Deepen your prayer
life and divine connection. Seek sup-
This program has been approved for 1.0 substantive CLE credits for Pennsylvania lawyers. CLE credit port when facing life challenges. Foster
may be available in other jurisdictions as well. Attendees seeking CLE credit should bring separate connection to others. 8231 Old York
payment in the amount of $40.00 ($20.00 public interest/non-profit attorneys) cash or check made payable Road, Elkins Park.

to The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 25 ituality and community in their winter tions? Contact Allison at 215-676-7550, tops all offers for your
2018 Introduction to Judaism class. If ext. 102. 7500 West Ave., Melrose Park. diamonds & jewelry.
Knitting with a Mission. you are an interfaith couple, if you are
considering converting to Judaism, or if African American Jewry. We can pay more because
Join Jewish Family and Children’s Service as you are Jewish and looking for a begin- we know the true value.
we knit/sew squares together to make beautiful ner’s education, this class is perfect for This course at 10 a.m. at Gratz College Immediate cash for one
afghans for people in need of comfort. Our you. Registration is required. Partners through March 28 captures significant piece or an entire
event will take place the fourth Thursday of are encouraged to enroll together. Indi- historical and religious developmental collection.
every month. A basic knowledge of knitting is viduals are welcome to bring a friend patterns of African-American Jewry in
required. 10 a.m. at The Barbara and Harvey or family member. Cost for URJ Syn- the United States and delineates spiritual 201 Old York Road • Jenkintown, PA
Brodsky Enrichment Center of JFCS. RSVP by agogue members is $180 per person and psychological connections to Jewish
calling Valerie Ricapito at 267-256-2018. 345 or per couple, cost for non-members practices over the course of the past cen- (215) 885-7070
Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd. is $275 per person or per couple. Call tury. In addition, the course will explore
215-627-6747 for more information. 615 myths, misperceptions and the authen- Open Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat.
Nadydy/Thinkstock N. Broad St., Philadelphia. ticity of African American Jewry through 10am - 4:30pm
the lens of teshuvah and through the sys-
Anxiety Workshop for Parents. and grannies — come get cozy with Mindfulness-Based Stress tematic unveiling of Black Hebrewisms in Closed Sunday, Monday & Tuesday
your little one during this fun Mommy Reduction. American life and culture. $275. 7605 Old
Join Lynne Siqueland, acclaimed psychol- and Me series at 10 a.m. at Lokoff York Road, Melrose Park. on a production of Little Shop of Horrors
ogist and expert in child and teen anxiety, Early Learning Center. Open to infants, This introductory session at 6:30 p.m. at from Jan. 25 through Feb. 4. Tickets
for a two-part workshop at Beth Sholom toddlers and preschoolers. Class series Beth Sholom Congregation provides Jews and Rock ’n’ Roll. can be purchased in one of four tiers:
Congregation. Two sessions Jan. 21 and is sponsored free of charge by Lokoff a taste of the fundamentals of Mindful- patron/$36, reserved/$25, general/$20,
Feb. 4 from 3 to 5 p.m. will help parents Early Learning Center to community ness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), This lunch and learn at noon at Gratz and student/$18 (with a valid student
understand anxiety and help children and members. Questions? Contact Allison which has been shown to reduce anxiety, College traces the history of the partic- ID). To reserve seats, note number of
teens cope and flourish in their life (new at 215-676-7550, ext. 102. 1920 Skip- depression and pain and to improve ipation of Jews in American music, from tickets in each of the tiers and mail a
situations, friendships, school stress, pack Pike, Blue Bell. well-being. Through meditation and Irving Berlin’s “God Bless America” to Big check payable to Ohev Shalom of Bucks
sleep). Both sessions: $100/participant; awareness exercises, we will explore Band music to rock ’n’ roll and even to County, 944 Second Street Pike, Rich-
$150 for two participants from the same Lunch and Learn Noontime this practical time-proven approach to rap. There was a major Jewish presence boro, PA 18954. Call 215-322-9595 for
family (mother/father/grandparent/etc.). Torah. living fully in the present moment that in all music, whether it was MoTown or more information.
Registration: info@spiritualwell-being. has helped thousands of people achieve Philadelphia’s American Bandstand.
org or 215-887-1342, ext. 109. 8231 Old Discussion of the parsha of the week. This greater balance, vitality and health. $18. Speakers: Rabbi Lance Sussman and Word Mavens.
York Road, Elkins Park. session will be led by Rabbi Ira Flax at To register, call 215-887-1342, ext. 109, or Joan Myerson Shrager. Program includes
noon at BDO USA, LLP. All are welcome. email: [email protected]. 8231 a kosher lunch. $20. For more informa- Join us at Congregations of Shaare
MONDAY, JAN. 22 1801 Market St., 17th floor, Philadelphia. Old York Road, Elkins Park. tion, contact mcohen@gratz .edu or call Shamayim at 7 p.m., to meet the authors
215-635-7300, ext. 155. 7605 Old York of the Dictionary of Jewish Words. Joyce
Mahjong Game. Lunch and Learn Noontime Interfaith Couples Meetup. Road, Melrose Park. Eisenberg and Ellen Scolnic will present
Torah. a hilarious program teaching us the dif-
Join the members of Melrose B’nai Israel Join InterfaithFamily/Philadelphia Mahjong Game. ference between a dreidel and a draykop.
Emanu-El Sisterhood every Monday at Discussion of the parsha of the week in and other interfaith couples in their 20s Come reminisce about your favorite
7 p.m. for a friendly game. Everyone is Elkins Park. Rabbi Robert Alpert will lead and 30s for an evening of socializing Old York Road Temple-Beth Am will host Jewish holidays, compare rugelach vs.
invited. Call 215-635-1505 for questions. the group at noon. All are welcome. Con- and fun, meaningful conversation. 7 a drop-in mahjong game every Wednes- schnecken and learn a bissel Yiddish.
8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. gregation Adath Jeshurun Library, 7763 to 9 p.m. at Parc Rittenhouse. Cost is day at 7 p.m. Bring your card. Mahjong Light refreshments will be served. The
Old York Road, Elkins Park. $10/person, includes wine and dessert. sets and cards will be for sale. Call 216- cost is $5/person; RSVP to 215-677-1600.
Hadassah Meeting. Questions? Contact Rabbi Robyn Frisch, 886-8000. 971 Old York Road, Abington. 9768 Verree Road, Philadelphia.
Book Discussion: The Inquisitor’s director of InterfaithFamily/Philadelphia
Hadassah Main Line Delaware County will Tale. at [email protected]. 225 S. Singing in Community. Caregiver Support Group.
meet at 11:30 a.m. at Charlotte’s Restau- 18th St., Philadelphia.
rant. We will be amused by Dale Reiser An exciting and hilarious medieval Join a fun evening, open to all BZBI Are you parenting an adult child with
with his comical approach to “gossip.” adventure from the bestselling author of Intro to Reading Hebrew. members and others who love sing- special needs, physical and/or mental
It will be a fun afternoon and he will be A Tale Dark and Grimm. The only require- ing together. We will learn rounds in illness, disability or chronic illness?
looking for volunteers. Cash only at the ment to join this group is that you have Designed for people with little or no Hebrew with congregant Shlomo Cohen. Would you like to be part of a support
door $18. Bring your blue JNV boxes. If read the book. Free and open to the pub- background in Hebrew, this course at Word sheets (without musical notation) group to share you and your children’s
you plan on attending, contact Rochelle lic. 12:30 p.m. at The Meyers Library at Society Hill Synagogue will focus on in Hebrew with English translation and challenges, struggles, and accomplish-
Fox to make a reservation by calling Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel. the Hebrew alphabet and basic reading transliteration will be provided. No ments? Beth Sholom Congregation will
610-909-6566 or email RoshFox@gmail. For more information, call 215-887-8700. skills in only nine to 10, 1½-hour weekly musical training is necessary. We will hold a bimonthly support group led by
com. 3207 West Chester Pike (Route 3), 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. sessions. Students will also learn some learn by hearing portions of the melody Barbara Pavelka at 7 p.m. Questions/
Newtown Square. vocabulary, including words used in sung to us, repeating and expanding on RSVP: [email protected] or
Introduction to Judaism. everyday speech and common prayers, that until we get the entire round. This 215-887-1342, ext. 109. 8231 Old York
TUESDAY, JAN. 23 and some very basic grammar. This event is open to all. For setting up pur- Road, Elkins Park.
The clergy and staff of Congregation course is free, but all participants need poses, registration is preferred, but not
Mommy and Me Yoga. Rodeph Shalom invite you to engage to register. Call 215-922-6590 or visit required. RSVP to 215-735-5148. 300 S. Meet the Authors.
with Jewish values, celebrations, spir- societyhillsynagogue.com. 418 Spruce 18th St., Philadelphia.
Calling all mommies, daddies, nannies St., Philadelphia. Meet the authors of The Last Palestinian:
THURSDAY, JAN. 25 The Rise and Reign of Mahmoud Abbas at
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 24 this free AIPAC event at Tiferet Bet Israel.
Mommy and Me. Program starts at 7:30 p.m. Registration
Mommy and Me Yoga. required: RSVP by contacting the AIPAC
Sherrie Turetsky, director of the School Philadelphia office at 215-587-4104 or
Calling all mommies, daddies, nannies of Early Learning at Old York Road Tem- [email protected]. 1920 W. Skippack Pike,
and grannies — come get cozy with your ple-Beth Am, will lead a weekly one- Blue Bell.
little one during this fun Mommy and Me hour “Mommy & Me” class at 9:30 a.m.
series at 10 a.m. at Gutman Early Learn- 971 Old York Road, Abington.
ing Center. Open to infants, toddlers and
preschoolers. Class series is sponsored Musical Performance.
free of charge by Gutman Early Learning
Center to community members. Ques- The Ohev Shalom Players group within
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County will put

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SITUATION WANTED ESTATE OF ADELAIDE FLINKER ESTATE OF BERNICE TABAS a/k/a Estate of Doris B. Ingram, De- ESTATE OF LINDA M. HERBST, DE- ESTATE OF PHYLLIS LEVIN, DE- DISSOLUTION NOTICE - NOTICE is
a/k/a ADELAIDE H. FLINKER, DE- BERNICE C. TABAS, DECEASED. ceased CEASED. CEASED. hereby given to all interested per-
SENIORS, NEED HELP? CEASED. Late of the Township of Lower Late of Philadelphia, PA. Late of Philadelphia Late of Philadelphia sons or to any party who may be
Late of Philadelphia Merion, Montgomery County, PA LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the affected by BORRELL, H.M. CO.,
EXPERIENCED COMPANION LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the on the above estate have been above Estate have been granted to above Estate have been granted to INC., a PA corporation, with its
Personal Assistant - above Estate have been granted to above Estate have been granted to granted to the undersigned, who the undersigned, who request all the undersigned, who request all business address at 4100 N. 16th
Licensed driver to as- the undersigned, who request all the undersigned, who request all bequest all persons having claims persons having claims or demands persons having claims or demands St., Phila., PA 19140, that it will file
sist with errands, persons having claims or demands persons having claims or demands or demands against the estate of against the estate of the decedent against the estate of the decedent a Certificate of Termination of its
shopping, appts., read- against the estate of the decedent against the estate of the decedent the decedent to make known the to make known the same and all to make known the same and all Corporation with the Department of
ing, walking, food to make known the same and all to make known the same and all same, and all persons indebted to persons indebted to the decedent persons indebted to the decedent State of the Commonwealth of PA,
prep., socializing and persons indebted to the decedent persons indebted to the decedent the decedent to make payment to make payment without delay to to make payment without delay to and that the Corporation is wind-
daily activities to make payment without delay to to make payment without delay to without delay, to Dawn M. Tan- REGINA HERBST AND ROBERT Robin Levin, Executrix, 2000 Mar- ing up its affairs in the manner pre-
inside/outside of your JERRY L. FLINKER, EXECUTOR, NORMAN B. TABAS, AMY L. credi, Administratrix, c/o Gary A. HERBST, EXECUTORS, c/o Amy F. ket St., 20th Fl., Philadelphia, PA scribed by law so that its existence
home. Will help you c/o Melvyn H. Rothbard, Esq., 23 S. SCHWARZ and JEROME R. TABAS, Zlotnick, Esq., Zarwin Baum De- Steerman, Esq., 1900 Spruce St., 19103-3222. shall cease and the corporation will
understand your bills, 23rd St., Unit 3C, Philadelphia, PA EXECUTORS, c/o Rachel Fitoussi, Vito Kaplan Schaer & Toddy, PC, Philadelphia, PA 19103, ESTATE OF RICHARD E. WALD- be dissolved. Any written claim
do paperwork.and also 19103, Esq., 62 W. Princeton Rd., Bala 1818 Market St., 13th Fl., Phil- Or to their Attorney: MAN, DECEASED. against the corporation is barred
make telephone Or to his Attorney: Cynwyd, PA 19004, adelphia, PA 19103 or to their at- AMY F. STEERMAN Late of Maple Glen unless an action to enforce the
calls.for you. Support MELVYN H. ROTHBARD Or to their Attorney: torneys, AMY F. STEERMAN LLC LETTERS of ADMINISTRATION on claim is commenced within two
Services - Refs Call 23 S. 23rd St., Unit 3C RACHEL FITOUSSI Gary A. Zlotnick, Esq. 1900 Spruce St. the above Estate have been gran- years after this publication notice.
Phyllis 215-886-4040 Philadelphia, PA 19103 62 W. Princeton Rd. Zarwin Baum DeVito Philadelphia, PA 19103 ted to the undersigned, who re- Borrell, H.M. Co., Inc., Attn. Helen
ESTATE OF ANNE E. McMONAGLE, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 Kaplan Schaer & Toddy, PC ESTATE OF MICHAEL UPCHURCH, quest all persons having claims or M. Borrell, Administratrix, 357
COMPANION DECEASED. ESTATE OF CHERYL ANN 1818 Market St., 13th Fl. JR., DECEASED. demands against the estate of the Creek Rd., Doylestown, PA 18901.
Live in/out for elderly; Certified as Late of Philadelphia MADONNA ZEALOR DECEASED. Philadelphia, PA 19103 Late of Philadelphia decedent to make known the same ANTHIEL MASLOW & MacMINN
home health aide; Exc LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the Late of the Borough of Norristown, LETTERS of ADMINISTRATION on and all persons indebted to the de- LLP, Solicitors
refs;cooking/cleaning; errands above Estate have been granted to Montgomery County, PA Estate of Enrico A. Gargano the above Estate have been gran- cedent to make payment without 131 W. State St.
the undersigned, who request all LETTERS of ADMINISTRATION on Gargano, Enrico A. late of Phil- ted to the undersigned, who re- delay to RISA GAVIN, ADMINIS- Doylestown, PA 18901
215-824-8524 persons having claims or demands the above Estate have been gran- adelphia, PA. Frances Gargano and quest all persons having claims or TRATOR, 1268 Fountain Road, DISSOLUTION NOTICE - NOTICE is
COMPANION/AIDE seeks against the estate of the decedent ted to the undersigned, who re- Salvatore Gargano, c/o Ned Hark, demands against the estate of the Newtown, PA 18940 hereby given to all interested per-
Pos. to care for sick/elderly to make known the same and all quest all persons having claims or Esq., Goldsmith Hark & Hornak, decedent to make known the same sons or to any party who may be
live in/out 25 yrs EXP, Great persons indebted to the decedent demands against the estate of the PC, 7716 Castor Ave., Philadelphia, and all persons indebted to the de- CORPORATE NOTICES affected by LANUM METAL
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GERALD McMONAGLE, EXECUT- and all persons indebted to the de- Goldsmith Hark & Hornak, PC delay to MICHAEL UPCHURCH, CASTLE has been incorporated un- ility company, with its business ad-
215-681-5905 or 215-242- OR, 1489 Beards Ln., Bagdad, KY cedent to make payment without 7716 Castor Ave. SR., ADMINISTRATOR, c/o Marc der the provisions of the PA Non- dress 4100 N. 16th St., Phila., PA
5691 40003. delay to JUAN ARREAZA, ADMIN- Philadelphia, PA 19152 Vogin, Esq., 1700 Sansom St., 3rd profit Corporation Law of 1988. 19140, that it will file a Certificate
ESTATE OF ARTHUR W. LEFCO, ISTRATOR, c/o Jennifer L. Damelio, Fl., Philadelphia, PA 19103, Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager of Termination of its Certificate of
CERT HOME HEALTH AIDE DECEASED. Esq., 101 Greenwood Ave., 5th Fl., ESTATE OF ERIC W. B. LARSEN, Or to his Attorney: 100 Four Falls Corp. Ctr. Limited Liability Company with the
Live in or out. Own car, CPR, first Late of the Township of Whitem- Jenkintown, PA 19046, DECEASED. MARC VOGIN Suite 300 Department of State of the Com-
aid, Refs. avail. arsh, Montgomery County, PA Or to his Attorney: Late of Philadelphia KLEIN, VOGIN & GOLD West Conshohocken, PA 19428 monwealth of PA, and that the LLC
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the JENNIFER L. DAMELIO LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the 1700 Sansom St., 3rd Fl. BUSINESS CORPORATION - No- is winding up its affairs in the man-
267-844-9089 above Estate have been granted to FRIEDMAN SCHUMAN above Estate have been granted to Philadelphia, PA 19103 tice is hereby given that Articles of ner prescribed by law so that its ex-
the undersigned, who request all 101 Greenwood Ave., 5th Fl. the undersigned, who request all ESTATE OF MILLICENT K. JONES, Incorporation were filed with the istence shall cease and the partner-
pinterest.com/jewishexponent persons having claims or demands Jenkintown, PA 19046 persons having claims or demands DECEASED. Department of State for Bleik Co., a ship will be dissolved. Any written
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to make known the same and all facebook.com/jewishexponent to make known the same and all LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the Pennsylvania Business Corpora- less an action to enforce the claim
persons indebted to the decedent persons indebted to the decedent above Estate have been granted to tion Law of 1988. is commenced within two years
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Estelle "Essie" Abrams (nee Goldberg). Janu- Rosalind Blaustein (nee Rusoff) January 2, Rae Foreman (nee Kaufman) passed away on Ernest "Ernie" Jacobson On Jan. 8, 2018. Felicia (nee Steiner) Lemonick on Jan. 11,
ary 9, 2018 of Plymouth Meeting, Pa. Wife of 2018, of Springfield, PA. Wife of Alan December 24, 2017 in Naples, Florida where Husband of Dorothy "Dottie" (nee Richman), 2018. Wife of the late Bernard, mother of
the late Arthur. Mother of Beverly Cohen. Blaustein; Mother of Dean Blaustein; Grand- she resided for the past 14 years. Daughter of Boynton Beach, FL and Wynnewood, PA, James E. (Leslie) Lemonick, John D. (Karen)
Also survived by many loving friends and mother of Max Blaustein; Sister of the late of Samuel and Gertrude Kaufman in Phil- father of Dr. Barry (Carrie) Jacobson and Lemonick and Julie A. (Scott) Feldman, sis-
family. Relatives and friends were invited to Bernice Moll. Also survived by nieces and adelphia, PA in 1919. Rae met the love of her Heidi (Dr. Mitchell) Rubin, grandfather of ter of Henry Steiner, step sister of Michael
graveside services Sunday, January 14 at nephews. Services were private. The family life, Alvin Foreman who she was married to Brad Jacobson (Elinora), Rachel Jacobson, (Anne) Loeb, grandmother of Lindsay Cohen,
Shalom Memorial Park. Contributions in her respectfully requests that contributions in her for 76 years. Rae was a homemaker. loving David Jacobson (Stephanie), Emily Jacobson, Benjamin Murdoch, Michael Lemonick, Sarah
memory may be made to the Montgomery memory be made to The Alzheimer's Associ- wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. She Ilana Rubin (Matan) and Shira Chervin (Ben), Murdoch, Josh Cohen, Jacqueline Lemonick,
County SPCA. ation. was an avid reader and loved to watch old great grandfather of Noah Price Jacobson. Hilary Lemonick, Mark Feldman and Eliza-
movies on TCM. Rae is survived by her hus- Relatives and friends were invited to services beth Lemonick. Relatives and friends were in-
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS band, Alvin Foreman; son Jay Foreman Thursday 11 A.M. Har Zion Temple, 1500 vited to services Sunday, 9:15am, Joseph
(Charlotte); two grandchildren, Bret Foreman Hagys Ford Rd., Penn Valley. Interment Levine and Sons Memorial Chapel, 4737
ARONOW DAYNO (Laura aka Lola) and Justine Foreman (Greg) Haym Salomon Memorial Park. Contribu- Street Road, Trevose. Interment Roosevelt
and nieces and nephews. A graveside service tions in his memory may be made to a char- Memorial Park. Contributions in her memory
Eugene M. “Gene” Aranow, January 8, 2018, Marvin Dayno on January 5, 2018. Beloved was held December 27, 2017 at Hodges Fu- ity of the donor's choice. may be made to the Abramson Cancer Cen-
of Lake Worth, FL. Beloved husband of Marcy husband of the late Rose (nee Cutler). De- neral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens(525 ter or Penn Wissahickon Hospice.
(nee Galman), loving father of Bruce (Jamie) voted father of Susan Dayno (Don Callahan ), 111th Ave. N. Naples, FL. 34108). Donations JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
Aronow, Abby (Ari) Segal, Andrew (Dara) Dr. Jeffrey Dayno (Karen), Steven Dayno may be made to the Collier/Lee Chapter of JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
Aronow, and Scott (Wendi) Haimes; devoted (Kathy Jacobs) and the late Alan Dayno. Lov- Hadassah. KELLER
brother of Michael (Ellie) Aronow and Sheila ing grandfather "Popsy" of Matthew MOGUL
Aronow; cherished grandfather of Rebecca, (Candice), Theodore (Erin), Nicholas, Rachel, FREEDMAN Annette Beatrice Keller (nee Mandell), on
Haley, Zachary, Jake, Samantha, Steven, Allie, Ethan, Zachary, Isaac, and Callie. Lov- January 5, 2018. Wife of the late Robert. Bernice Clare Mogul, January 4, 2018. The
Ross, Jack, Lily and Noah.Relatives and ing great-grandfather of Isabella, Alexa Rose, Florence Freedman (nee Schwartz), age 90, Mother of Larry (Susan) Keller, Barbara (Mi- former Bernice Bell, beloved wife of the late
Friends were invited to Services, Sunday, and Makena Lee. Contributions in his died on January 4, 2018. She was a retired chael) Tener and Howard Keller. Sister of Dr. Harvey Mogul; loving mother of Robert
12:30 PM at Joseph Levine & Sons Memori- memory may be made to Abramson Hospice real estate agent who resided in Gladwyne, Marvin (Wilma) Mandell. Grandmother of Mogul, Cindy (Elliott Feldman) Mogul and
al Chapel, 4737 Street Road, Trevose, PA. In- c/o the Abramson Center for Jewish Life, PA. Beloved wife of the late Abraham "Al" Marisa, Marc, Ashley, Steven and Chloe. Terry (Edward Opall) Mogul; devoted grand-
terment at Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of 1425 Horsham Road, North Wales, PA 19454 Freedman; sister of the late Stanley Schwartz Great Grandmother of Tener and Wyatt. Con- mother of Jenna (Andrew), Benjamin, Gabri-
flowers contributions in his memory may be or a charity of the donor's choice. (Marsha); dear mother of Beverly Gerber tributions in her memory may be made to elle, Kayla and Evan; adoring great-grand-
made to Camp Lee Mar Scholarship Fund (Joseph) and Cheryl Marks (Wayne); cher- Stand Up To Cancer: mother of Elyse and Hayden. Contributions in
(www.acacamp.org/campership) or to MEOR GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S ished bubby to Betsy Goldman (David), Ellen her memory may be made to JDRF, 555 Cro-
(www.meor.org). RAPHAEL-SACKS Carillo (David), Asher Marks (Erin William- www.Standuptocancer.org ton Road Suite 111, King of Prussia, PA
son), and Jennie Cantor (Ross); and loving GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S 19406
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS FINBERG Bubby Floss to great-grandchildren: Avi,
Henry, Jude, Ethan, Harris, Jonas, Mila, and RAPHAEL-SACKS GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
BECKER Doris W. Finberg (nee Wachs), on January 5, Joelle. Contributions in her memory may be RAPHAEL-SACKS
2018 at the age of 87. Wife of Raymond. made to the American Heart Association, KIESERMAN
Annette (nee Oxman) Becker January 5, 2018 Mother of Melinda Finberg and Lauren Hersh 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Unit 700, Phila., PARISER
wife of the late (Jules), passed away peace- (Mark); Sister of the late Renee Gardner; PA 19103 and to a charity of the donor’s Ruth Kieserman (nee Hoffman) passed away
fully with her family at her side. Adored grandmother of Sascha Agran, Meredith choice. peacefully after a wonderful life at the age of Dr. Sidney J. Pariser, 97, husband of the late
mother of Jan Dibofsky (Stuart) and Karen Agran, Josh Hersh and Marisa Hersh. Contri- 90 years young on December 29, 2017 in Selma Joy (Singer) Pariser, of Audubon, PA,
Kasper (Joseph) and the late Terry Becker. butions in her memory may be made to Jew- GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S Parkland, Florida. Wife of over 54 years to died on Monday, January 8, 2018. Born on
Twin Sister of Sue Savloff and nephew Jef- ish Family and Children’s Services, 2100 RAPHAEL-SACKS Gersley, she raised her family in Cheltenham, January 11, 1920 in Newark, NJ, he was the
frey Rubin (Marcia). Cherished grandmother Arch St., 5th Fl, Phila. PA 19103. Pennsylvania, and then she and Gersley re- son of the late Samuel and Sadie (Uhr) Par-
of Jason Dibofsky (Barbara) and Jillian GRAUB tired to Boca Raton, Florida, where they lived iser. He served in the US Army as a Medic
Kasper and the late Ryan Kasper. Treasured GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S at the Polo Club for many years. Upon the during World War II. Upon returning home,
great grandmother of Karley and Chelsea RAPHAEL-SACKS Nessa W. Graub (nee: Weinstein), January death of her husband in 2003, she moved to he practiced Optometry until the age of 78.
Dibofsky. Services were held January 7th at 11, 2018, of Plymouth Meeting, PA. Beloved a retirement community in Parkland. She was He served on numerous Optometric Society
Haym Salomon Memorial Park. Contribu- FISHER wife of Daniel Graub; loving mother of Paula the devoted mother of Bob Kieserman (Reg- committees to promote professional ad-
tions in Annette’s memory can be made to (Errol) Rafal, Jonathon (Marlene) Graub, Mi- gie), Nancy Hoffman (Glenn), and Debi vancement. He founded and remained a
the charity of the donor’s choice. Milton Fisher, an electrical contractor, on chael (Cathy) Graub and Richard (Eileen) Kieserman. She was the proud grandmother member of his high school fraternity, the
Jan. 5, 2018 at the age of 87. Beloved hus- Graub; dear sister of Ellyn (the late Keith) of Brad Hoffman (Angela), Andrew Hoffman Gryphons., for seven decades. He was a reg-
A Community band of the late Elaine (nee Komin). Loving Rogal; also survived by 10 grandchildren and (Ashley), Dr. Caroline Kieserman-Shmokler, ular attendee at the Cousins Club. In later
Remembers father of Robert (Mindy), Barry (Patricia) and 2 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends Kellie Kieserman, Philip Nusbaum-Kieser- years, he enjoyed meeting old and new
Richard Fisher. Proud grandfather of Jason were invited to Graveside Services Friday, man (Tovah Leah), and Ben Nusbaum-Kieser- friends at Shannondell Retirement Com-
Monthly archives of and Kyle. January 12, 12 PM at Montefiore Cemetery, man. She was also blessed with five cher- munity. Surviving are, daughter, Ellen Par-
Jewish Exponent Death Notices 600 Church Rd., Jenkintown, PA. Contribu- ished great-grandchildren, Kaylin and iser and her husband Walter Musson of
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S tions in her memory may be made to the Brenden Hoffman, Hannah and Aria Hoffman, Maine, son, Dr. Benjamin Pariser and his wife
are available online. RAPHAEL-SACKS Cancer Research Institute www.cancerre- and Avigayil Gilah Kieserman. She was pre- Melanie of Carlisle, PA, son, Dr. Ronald Par-
search.org or Friends of the Israel Defense deceased by her brothers Herman Hoffman iser and his wife Carla of West Hartford, CT.
www.JewishExponent.com Forces www.fidf.org and Irv Hoffman, and is survived by a large 3 grandchildren; Robert (Pam),Serena, and
extended family and many dear friends. Ruth Joseph (Melissa). 4 great grandchildren. He
  JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS was a true Eishes Chayil, a woman of valor. remained close to his brother in law, Arnold
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Lillian Savitt, wife of the late Alfred; Mother of Husband of the late June (nee Rothberg); graveside service at Haym Solomon Memori-
Dr. Barry (Marlene) Green; grandmother of Loving father of Michele (Steven) Brown and al Park, 200 Moores Road, Frazer, PA on Fri-
Staci (Alan) and Jeffrey (Samantha); great- Alan (Rene); Devoted grandfather of Dory day, January 12, 2018 at 10:30am. Contribu-
grandmother of Joshua, Alex, Sarah and Ben- Adam (Abbe), Aliza, Lance (Heather), Ross tions may be sent to the Jewish Federation of
jamin. Contributions in her memory may be (Ray) and Audra; Adoring great grandfather Greater Philadelphia, 2100 Arch Street, Phil-
made to Abramson Center For Jewish Life, of Lawrence, Robert, Bryson and Jordan. adelphia, PA 19103. Condolences may be
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ROSENBERG SCHIFFER SELIGMAN WASSERMAN WEISS

Gloria Rosenberg (Schwartz), a Langhorne Dolores (Wiszumerski) (Smith) Schiffer, died Carole S. Seligman (nee Babis), age 81, died Ruth Wasserman (nee Adelman) January 6, Jeanette Weiss (nee Rabin), January 8, 2018,
resident and former resident of Levittown, January 8, 2018 at age 89. Dolores was on January 2, 2018. She resided in Haver- 2018; beloved wife of the late Albert; loving of Philadelphia, formerly of Wyncote; be-
passed away Friday March 31, 2017. She was born to Gertrude (Keller) Smith and Al (Wis- town, Pennsylvania. Wife of the late Carl; mother of Sharon Levin (Robert Snyderman) loved wife of the late Lester Weiss; loving
94. Gloria graduated from Tilden High School zumerski ) Smith. She grew up in North East mother of Michael Seligman and Steffi Dia- and Beth Levin (Steven); cherished grand- mother of Sol (Faith) Weiss and Gerald
in Brooklyn, NY in 1940. She worked at Philadelphia and Graduated from Little Flower mond; and grandmother of Jacob, Joseph, mother of Michael (Kendra), Stephanie “Jerry” (Lois) Weiss; cherished grandmother
Columbia Pictures in New York and her boss High School. Dolores worked as an executive Samantha, Emily, and Daniel. Contributions (Alan), Staci (Doug), Chad and the late Gabri- of Danielle, Stephanie, Michael, Emily and
was to become the executive director of the secretary for I. Goldberg In Philadelphia, un- in her memory may be made to a charity of el (Agnes); adored great-grandmother of Gabrielle. Services are private.Contributions
TV show "The Man From Uncle". She married til she married Sam Schiffer 1965. They lived the donor's choice. Jared, Jordan, Shane, Ruby, Violet, Chase, in her memory may be made to a charity be-
Herman Rosenberg in 1950. Mrs. Rosenberg in Center City Philadelphia where he was pro- Emma and Elijah. Relatives and friends were nefiting the State of Israel.
was a longtime and original resident of For- prietor of The Sally Shops, women’s clothing GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S invited to graveside services Tuesday,
sythia Gate in Levittown. She was an active stores. They later moved to Cherry Hill, NJ RAPHAEL-SACKS 11:30am at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Colling- JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
member of Congregation Beth El and a board until retirement when they moved to Sara- dale, PA. Contributions in her memory may
member for many years. She loved to travel, sota FL in 1988, where Sam died in 1997. SHULMAN be made to the American Cancer Society. A Community
play Bridge, read, volunteer (member of YAP, Dolores volunteered for many years at the Remembers
Youth Advisory Panel in Middletown Town- Sarasota Senior Center where her work was Libby Shulman (nee Gilfor) on January 7, JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
ship) and spend time with her family and much appreciated. She moved to Phil- 2018. Wife of the late Alvin. Mother of Harris Monthly archives of
friends. She moved to Attleboro Village in adelphia in 2012 and lived at The Watermark (Robyn) Shulman, Phillip (Christina) Shul- Jewish Exponent Death Notices
December 2003, and was an active member where she remained until her death. Dolores man and Rickie (Randy) Straff. Bubbie of
of their community and served as president took great pride in her home, and enjoyed her Charlie and Joel Shulman, Rob Straff, Jason are available online.
of their resident association for two years. family, friends & beloved pets. She loved Shulman and Savannah Straff. Aunt of Sher-
She was loved by all staff and residents. Charles Dickens novels & word puzzles. rie Gilfor, David Gilfor, Howard Odentz, and www.JewishExponent.com
Gloria was the beloved wife of the late Her- Dolores was predeceased by her brother Great-Aunt of Jeremy and Nick Gilfor. Contri-
man Rosenberg; devoted mother of Irvin I. Ronnie Wiszumerski, her parents, and her butions in her memory may be made to Phil-
Rosenberg and the late Lawrence Rosenberg; husband. She is survived by her sister-in law, adelphia Corporation for the Aging, 642 N
and the dear sister of the late Ira Schwartz. Terry Wiszumerski, nephew Gary Wiszumer- Broad St., Phila. PA 19130.
Relatives and friends were invited to funeral ski, and several grand and great nieces and
services Monday at Congregation Beth El, nephews,As well as first cousin Janice Lu- GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA 19067. ango-Styger. Dolores is survived by three RAPHAEL-SACKS
Burial followed at Beth David Cemetery, El- step sons: Stephen Schiffer & wife Michele
mont, NY. Contributions in her name may be Crow of NYC, Fred Schiffer & wife Mary Jane
made to Congregation Beth El. Schiffer, Wellesley MA, and James Schiffer &
wife Pamela Crilley, of New Hope, PA & New
ROSENBLOOM Paltz, NY, as well daughter-in law Susan
Schiffer of Charlottesville, VA. Grand chil-
Morey S. Rosenbloom, Esq., on January 8, dren are: Adam Schiffer, Tanja Schiffer, Toby
2018. Beloved husband of Marsha (nee Schiffer, Emily Schiffer & Joseph Schiffer.
Riffkin). Devoted father of Brett A. Rosen- There are 6 great grand children. Dolores is
bloom (Tina) and Eric J. Rosenbloom (Jes- also survived by her dearest friend Adele
sica). Loving grandfather of Danica and Jam- Greenberg of Philadelphia and Dolores’ god-
ie. Dear brother of the late Stuart Rosen- son, Judd Greenberg. Any donations can be
bloom (Mona). Contributions in his memory made to a local animal shelter
may be made to Joseph Marshall Fund c/o
Dean Gregory N. Mandel Temple University JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
Law School, 1719 N. Broad Street, Phil-
adelphia, PA 19122 SCHWARTZ
www.mytlawconnection.com/giving or a
charity of the donor’s choice. Selma Koffer Schwartz (1917-2018) Born
December 27, 1917 and died on Sunday,
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S January 7, 2018, after a brief illness. Selma
RAPHAEL-SACKS was born in Richmond, VA, but lived nearly
all of her life in Philadelphia, PA before mov-
ROVNER ing to Silver Spring, MD in 2009. While rais-
ing her two sons, Selma was very involved
Bessie Rovner (nee Grossman) died on Janu- with her synagogue, West Oak Lane JCC,
ary 4, 2018. Wife of the late Edward; mother where she was editor of the temple newslet-
of Robert Rovner, Esq., Bonnie Landis-Ab- ter, manager of their gift shop and an officer
rams (Larry Abrams), and Howard (Sharon) in the temple Sisterhood. She later became
Rovner, Esq.; sister of the late Gertrude an elementary school secretary before trans-
Weinstein, Lillian Packman, and Sidney ferring and eventually retiring from the Phil-
Grossman; grandmother of Steven (Elaine) adelphia Board of Education. Selma was pre-
Rovner, Esq., Daniel Rovner, Esq. (fiancee ceded in death by her parents, Jack and
Jennifer Hughes), Seth Rovner, Brent Rovn- Sophie Bannett, her first husband Dr. Robert
er (Samantha Nash Rovner), and Heather Koffer, her second husband Benjamin
Rovner; and great-grandmother of Jarett, Za- Schwartz, her sister Eleanor (Bannett) Wein-
ck, and Alec. Contributions in her memory berg and brother Dr. Aaron Bannett. Selma is
may be made to the Children's Hospital of survived by her two sons Dr. Dennis Koffer
Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd., Phila., and his wife Gayle Johnston Koffer and Larry
PA 19104 or to a charity of the donor's Koffer and his wife Barbara Disson Koffer,
choice. three grandchildren Brittany Koffer, Rachel
Koffer, and Robert Koffer and his wife An-
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S gela Marin Koffer and one greatgrandchild,
RAPHAEL-SACKS Abigail Koffer. Donations may be made to the
Gift of Life Foundation at: donors1.org/ban-
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ENGAGEMENTS

NOSKOWICZ-WEASEN MAZUREK-PIERI

Stephanie Knapp and Steven Harry and Susan Mazurek announce
Weasen of Dresher announce the engagement of their son Alexander
the engagement of their son, (Teddy) Mazurek to Allison Sarah Pieri.
Matthew David Weasen, to Allison is the daughter of Deborah Pieri
Stacy Jordan Noskowicz, and the late Frank Pieri of Getzville, N.Y.
daughter of Judy Noskowicz
of Delray Beach, Fla., and Allison graduated summa cum laude
Howard Noskowicz of Boca from The State University of New York at
Raton, Fla. Buffalo with a bachelor’s degree in bio-
medical science. She is pursuing a mas-
Matthew is a graduate of ter’s degree in physician assistant studies
Upper Dublin High School at Daemen College and will graduate as
and the Stephen Ross School a physician assistant this May.
of Business at the University
of Michigan. He is employed Alexander attended Friends’ Central School and Gratz Jewish Community
by the Federal Reserve Bank High School and graduated cum laude from Boston University with double major
of New York in Manhattan. in classics and archaeology. He is pursuing a doctorate degree in classics, with a
specialty in Mediterranean archaeology, from the University at Buffalo.
Stacy received her under-
graduate degree and her doctorate of audiology from the University of Florida. Sharing the couple’s happiness are siblings Aaron Pieri and Samuel Mazurek.
She is employed as an audiologist at the Veterans Administration Hospital in A June 2019 wedding is planned in Buffalo, N.Y.
Bronx, N.Y.
FOLLOW THE
Matthew is the grandson of Barbara Knapp and the late Samuel Knapp and JEWISH EXPONENT
Sidney and Ethel Weasen. Stacy is the granddaughter of Jean Garfinkle and the
late Stanley Garfinkle and Nathan and Victoria Noskowicz. AND NEVER
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Sharing in the couple’s happiness are Matt’s brother Josh, and his sister and
brother-in-law Kara and Marc Leshner, and Stacy’s sister and brother-in-law #JEWISHINPHILLY
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An April wedding is planned. twitter.com/jewishexponent

GOLDENBERG-NEWTON

Lisa and Michael Golden-
berg of Ambler announce the
engagement of their daughter,
Lauren Emily Goldenberg, to
William Alexander Newton,
son of Stephanie Lambert of
Blue Bell and David Newton of
Princeton, N.J.

Lauren graduated cum laude
from Tulane University where
she earned a Bachelor of Arts in
communication and minors in
both business and Jewish stud-
ies. She is responsible for global
communications and strategy at
WeWork, an international plat-
form for dynamic workspace.

William graduated from The Murphy Institute at Tulane University, where he
earned a Bachelor of Arts in political economy. He is co-founder of Shortcut, an
on-demand barber service.

Lauren is the granddaughter of Lynne and Jerald Brownstein of Blue Bell, and
Roslyn Goldenberg and the late Jack Goldenberg of Plymouth Meeting. William
is the grandson of Paula Lambert and the late Richard Lambert of New York
City and the late Gillian and Gerald Newton of London. Sharing in the couple’s
happiness are Lauren’s sister, Jaclyn Goldenberg, and William’s brother, Benja-
min Newton, and sister-in-law, Margaret Wollner, along with their many aunts,
uncles and cousins.

The couple lives in New York City and is planning an August 2018 wedding
in Philadelphia.

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COMMUNITY

NEWSMAKERS From left: Jewish Israeli
student Ahinoam Mauda;
e Good Peo- Sherrie Savett, vice chair of
ple Fund, which the Philadelphia chapter of
supports grass- American Associates, Ben-
roots organi- Gurion University; Barbara
zations around Seletsky, member of the
the world, Philadelphia chapter board
named Rachel of directors; and Aya Heib,
Litcofsky to its a Bedouin-Israeli student
Board of Trust- from northern Israel
ees. Litcofsky
has served as Sherrie Savett, recently announced as the new vice chair of the Philadelphia chapter of American Associates, Ben-Guri-
cause market- on University, spent a day visiting the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev campus. She and her friend Barbara Seletsky,
ing manager a new member of the Philadelphia chapter board of directors, also met select faculty and lunched with students.
at Party City,
assistant direc-
Rachel Litcofsky tor of the Schus-

terman Center
for Israel Studies at Brandeis University
and as assistant director for national pub-
lic a airs at Hebrew Union College-Jewish
Institute of Religion.

Alan J. Ho man

NCJW Greater Philadelphia Section members Alan J. Ho man, chairman
and managing partner at
e National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Greater Philadelphia Section hosted a reception to welcome 20 new members Blank Rome LLP, received the
to its ranks of more than 300 women. e event was chaired by the NCJW membership team of Judy Fried, Wendy Rader, Sandy Judge Learned Hand Award
Fryer and Harriet Winokur. At the reception, NCJW Greater Philadelphia Section President Barbara Nussbaum and other o cers from American Jewish Coun-
discussed the volunteer opportunities available for the group’s community projects, as well as its advocacy initiatives on behalf cil Philadelphia/Southern New
of women, children and families. Jersey. is award recognizes
members of the Philadelphia
legal community who have dis-
tinguished themselves through
professional achievement and
community leadership.

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