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Common Party Resolutions
Fights Opinion
Polarization SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF
Widening political
divide targeted. YOU MAKE THAT New Year’s resolu- Albert Tannenbaum Photo provided
tion to exercise more, and then by Feb-
Page 4 ruary — let alone by the end of the year Philadelphia Native
— you’ve let that expensive gym member- Receives Israeli Lifetime
OBITUARY ship go to waste. Achievement Award
Philadelphia So for a little inspiration to forestall
Legend Dies at 88 the inevitable, the Jewish Exponent asked
D. Herbert Lipson some our community’s machers to share
spent decades with their New Year’s resolutions. Whether they
magazine. shared a professional goal, such as advo-
cating for civil rights, or something more
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more, we hope some of these resolutions
OBITUARY are a bit more attainable than our own.
Former Einstein AMY KRULIK, CEO, KAISERMAN JCC SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF from Philadelphia 39 years ago, the city
Plastic Surgery “I have two resolutions for 2018: My per- of Arad was a small glimmer of what it
Chair, 99, Dies sonal resolution is try out at least one new IN BETWEEN THE Negev and Judean is today. Tannenbaum opened the Tennis
George Manstein recipe every month, and my professional deserts, about 16 miles west of the Dead Center in Arad, turning the sport into a
also supported resolution is to continue the great prog- Sea, sits a city with a population of about staple of life in the city.
Jewish institutions. ress the Kaiserman JCC made in 2018 by 24,700 Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews,
bringing back year-round swimming by Bedouins, and immigrants. And on Dec. 17, he received a lifetime
Page 7 putting a seasonal bubble on our pool.” achievement award from the Ministry of
When Albert Tannenbaum arrived Education for his decades of work there.
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Partisan Divide Prompts an Un-‘Common’ Solution
LOCAL Marc Erlbaum when the conversation turns perspective to it, which focuses A Political Dialogue in Trump’s
LIZ SPIKOL | JE STAFF to politics. more on human emotions and America,” which brought stu-
Photo provided motivations. dents together to engage in
ANYONE WHO SPENDS time The Common Party’s home civil discourse; and a speaking
on Facebook or Twitter or keeps about mending the divisions is online, which is where much “You can argue all day long engagement by Commoner Arno
an eye on cable news would find among us during the last elec- of the work of creating a national on what you think is an intellec- Michaelis, a former neo-Nazi and
the Pew Research Center’s most tion cycle. values campaign originates. tual level about the issues, but the author of My Life After Hate.
recent report on political polar- really there are emotional rea- The first event was co-sponsored
ization utterly unsurprising. “The way people were speak- The site’s “Comtent” — images sons why people cling to their by the GSE and Cairn Universi-
ing to each other was really trou- with quotes that promote com- beliefs,” she said. “We all have ty, and drew attendees from as
“In political values ranging bling to me, and I felt something monality, dignity and civility — is our beliefs and our emotional far away as North Carolina and
from views of government and had to be done to bring people posted on the site and also sent associations with those beliefs. Virginia. The talk by Michaels
the social safety net to opinions back together,” he said. “There out to Common Party members. Sometimes those beliefs help was facilitated by longtime area
about immigrants, race and was just more and more polar- Its “Commontary” is a careful- us have a sense of connection journalist Chris Satullo.
homosexuality, Americans are ization, and I didn’t see anybody ly curated selection of relevant with other people and some-
less likely than in the past to hold stepping up to mediate that.” articles, many of which Erlbaum times those beliefs keep us from More public events are in the
a mix of conservative and liberal writes himself. feeling scared or overwhelmed.” works for 2018. Erlbaum is also
views,” Pew’s Jocelyn Kiley wrote The way he saw it, most peo- reaching out to faith leaders in
in October. In 2004, for instance, ple were “somewhere between the Sharing the Comtent and Eldridge has brought her Philadelphia, many of whom have
nearly half of Americans had two 35-yard lines, but the most Commontary is part of a larg- Drawing Out Process technique experience in bridging differenc-
mixed political values. Today, vocal people are the ones standing er strategy shared by Erlbaum’s to prisons, where she’s seen for es through interfaith dialogue.
only about a third of them do. in the end zones,” Erlbaum said. 21 fellow “Commoners,” aka, his herself how surface differences Though Common Party is strict-
“The more moderate were being advisory board. Erlbaum doesn’t and mistrust can be overcome ly non-sectarian, Erlbaum admits
“Twenty-three percent of pressured to move to one pole or know most of them personally, with empathy. That’s why the that his own faith tradition is a
Republicans were more liber- the other. I felt like there needed but they are all involved in creat- idea of the Common Party really strong influence on the project.
al than the median Democrat to be a voice saying, ‘It’s OKto ing the same kind of change that spoke to her.
in 1994, while 17 percent of hover around the center and to Erlbaum would like to see. “I’m “I personally don’t talk about
Democrats were more conserva- consider issues and to not take a learning a tremendous amount “I think the mission is fan- faith much in my public work,
tive than the median Republican,” revolutionary stand.’” from them,” Erlbaum said. tastic,” Eldridge said. “And I also but I do think it is an import-
the report read. “Today, those really appreciate that Marc isn’t ant foundation of what I do,” he
numbers are just 1 percent and 3 Since March 2017, Erlbaum The group includes the found- focused on the political.” said. “It is our Shema prayer, the
percent, respectively.” has tried to be the respect- ers or CEOs of Positively Positive, centerpiece of our prayer service,
ful and civil voice with the Sharemeister, Civity, Serve2Unite, Eldridge does as much as which states that God is one. …
In addition, “the share of Common Party, a movement to Make America Dinner Again, she can, given that she’s halfway Battling with each other is a deni-
Republicans and Democrats bring people together by exam- Party for a Purpose, Simon’s across the country. She has been, al of that reality, and so our goal
who express very unfavorable ining shared qualities. The idea Fund, I Am Your Protector, she said, instrumental in shaping is to become conscious of our
opinions of the opposing par- is that if people connect first Lumera, BridgeEDU and others. CP’s branding, even tweaking the common essence, the fact that we
ty have increased dramatically on a human level, they’re more They are professors and filmmak- logo and creating a new website. are all part of the same whole, and
since the 1990s.” likely to listen to each other ers and businesspeople of all ages when we understand that, our
from diverse ethnic and religious Most of the project’s three- differences are not only superfi-
Common Party, a Philadel- backgrounds. prong strategy — campus engage- cial but we realize that they are
phia-based project spearhead- ment, content production and useful and even essential in help-
ed by Jewish Relief Agency Commoner Emily Eldredge, campus events — has been imple- ing us to grow and develop as a
co-founder Marc Erlbaum, is a Tuscon, Arizona-based speak- mented by Erlbaum. The first col- collective.” l
trying to bridge that seeming- er and executive coach, became legiate chapter of Common Party
ly unbridgable partisan divide. friends with Erlbaum on Face- is at the University of Pennsylva- [email protected];
Erlbaum, who is also founder book a few years ago, after they nia, where Commoner Jonathan 215-832-0747
and CEO of Nationlight Pro- both attended the Nexus Global Zimmerman is a professor in the
ductions, first started thinking Youth Summit. When he reached Graduate School of Education.
out to her about the Common The chapter held two well-attend-
Party, she was excited to bring her ed events last year: “Can We Talk?
Ryan Solomon Bridges Gap Between
Theater, Engineering
Ryan Solomon Photo provided P HI L LY FAC ES neering, stemming from a forming arts for as long as ical engineering, but isn’t
RACHEL KURLAND | JE STAFF lifelong passion in science. he can remember, and joined leaving theater anytime
Penn’s Mask and Wig Club — soon either.
RYAN SOLOMON, 22, grad- But his other passion leans the nation’s oldest collegiate
uated from the University of more toward the creative side, all-male musical-comedy Q: Are people surprised
Pennsylvania in May with a and one not often found in the troupe — during his under- when you tell them you do
degree in mechanical engi- engineering realm: theater. graduate years.
See Philly Faces, Page 21
The West Chester, N.Y., He now works in mechan-
native has been active in per-
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Magazine Owner D. Herbert Lipson Dies at 88
OBITUARY Those who knew him like, ‘Everyone’s entitled to my
SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF remember him as an opinion- opinion,’ or ‘Often wrong, nev-
ated man, never afraid to speak er in doubt.’”
D. HERBERT LIPSON spent his mind.
his life transforming Philadel- Raised in Easton, Lip-
phia magazine and, with his “He was just so comfort- son moved to Philadelphia to
death, left behind a legacy of able in his own skin,” said work for his father at what was
city magazine journalism. Lipson’s son, David, chairman then called Greater Philadel-
of Metrocorp, the company phia magazine. Lipson’s father,
He died at the age of 88 that owns Philadelphia maga- S. Arthur Lipson, bought the
following a surgery at the Hos- zine. “He was comfortable in magazine from the Philadelphia
pital of the University of Penn- his own point of view, and he Chamber of Commerce and, in
sylvania on Dec. 25. was just himself, and without 1963, Lipson became the pub-
apologies. He would say things lisher. He wanted the magazine
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their magazine.” could be an experience with
the multitude of questions he
For the magazine’s editors, asked the salespeople.
Lipson’s strong opinions made
him a contentious figure. “At the office, it was the best
article,” David Lipson said. “At
“He was not easy to work home, it was the best martini.”
for,” Philadelphia editor Tom
McGrath said. “On the other Herb Lipson is survived
side of it, he pushed you in by his wife, Carol; son David;
really good ways, and I ended daughter-in-law Susan; daugh-
up having enormous respect ter Sherry Litwer; son-in-law
and even affection for him.” Marty; daughter Debbie Cla-
remon; son-in-law David;
David Lipson started work- sister Joanne Lipson Beck;
ing for his father in high seven grandchildren; and one
school, in the mailroom, in great-grandchild.
circulation, in advertising and
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Longtime Plastic Surgeon
George Manstein Dies at 99
OBITUARY of Shaare Zedek Internation- His father’s specialty was “My father had the reputa- George Manstein with his
MARISSA STERN | JE STAFF al Board of Governors. Mark nose jobs, especially in the ’60s tion, you had to go to see Dr. granddaughter, Lila Manstein.
Manstein said his father trav- and ’70s, but he excelled as a Manstein. He was the person
IN SEPTEMBER, EVEN at eled to Israel four to six times a surgeon in many areas. everyone had to go see.” Photo provided
99, George Manstein read year after that — he went with
Torah from the bimah at Beth him maybe 30 times. “He had phenomenal hands. George Manstein is sur-
Sholom Congregation on Yom He was not afraid. He was an vived by his children Mark,
Kippur, as he has every year George and his late wife, outstanding surgeon,” he said. Carl, Robert, Celia and Joanne,
since the mid-’60s. Marial, became major benefac- 19 grandchildren, and three
tors to the hospital, enough so The relationships he built great-grandchildren. l
Supporting Jewish educa- that the hospital’s plastic and with patients particularly
tion and institutions was par- maxillofacial surgery and micro- stood out to him. [email protected];
amount to Manstein, who died surgical unit is named for them. 215-832-0740
Dec. 2 after a decades-long “The patients loved him,
career in plastic surgery. Locally, he attended Beth and he loved them,” he said.
Sholom, where he was a former
He was born in a small vil- vice president and trustee and Memory Café Tuesday
lage in what is now Ukraine, chaired many committees. He
from which he fled with his took Hebrew classes there on Hosted by Arden Courts January 9th
family after the Russian rev- Tuesday nights with Mark when January 23rd
olution. His family stayed in he was 15. Join us each month for coffee and
Buenos Aires for a few years conversation specifically for people 10:00 am to 11:00 am
before being let into New York “He was a wise member of with dementia and their caregivers.
in 1922 and ultimately moving our board who could always be Barnes and Noble
to Philadelphia. counted on for considered, good What is Memory Café? (in the Starbucks)
judgment,” Beth Sholom Exec- Originally started in England, this informal setting 210 Commerce Boulevard
He was probably the first utive Director Harvey Friedrich provides the caregiver a forum for discussion, reducing Fairless Hills, PA 19030
person in his family to go to said. “He was really a pillar in the isolation often felt by people with dementia, their
college, according to his son, the Jewish community.” caregivers and families. Discussions can range from For additional information
Mark Manstein. His father practical tips for coping with dementia, avoiding about this event, contact:
went to Central High School “His big thing was Jewish caregiver burnout or information about community
— and graduated at just 15 — education,” Mark Manstein said. resources. There is no cost or obligation, and many Arden Courts of Yardley
before attending the University His father was also on the board attendees develop friendships that result in support 493 Stony Hill Road
of Pennsylvania and ultimately of Gratz College and what is even outside the Memory Café setting. Yardley, PA 19067
its medical school. now Abramson Center for Jew- (215) 321-6166
ish Life.
He studied surgery at Penn Wednesday
and found his way to what is The two also practiced
now Einstein Medical Cen- together, with Mark Manstein January 17th
ter in 1956 after serving as and another brother following in
an anesthesiologist in the U.S. their father’s footsteps. Another 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Army Medical Corps during two of his five children went into
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until the 1980s. Surgical Association when Mark about this event, contact:
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in Israel following the Six-Day his 80s.
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those injured. Manstein of working with his TM
father. “You’re having office
As a result, he became the hours together, you’re seeing Memory Care Community
first non-Israeli admitted to the patients together, you’re doing
Israeli Plastic Surgery Society cases together. … I learned
and was named to the board hard work, dedication, treat-
ing patients like they’re family,
treating patients with respect.”
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FLASHBACK
February ’14 in the Exponent: Plays and
Young Women’s Union Shelter Players
Three New Buildings Formally Dedicated AS IT DOES now, Philadel-
phia housed a busy theater
ANDY GOTLIEB | JE MANAGING EDITOR In addition, And then there are scene in 1914, and the Expo- was killed crossing a street
the headline the verbatim speeches of nent was there to chronicle it. on the way to a preview of
AS OUR ONGOING review of mentions the dignitaries, which you’d one of his lms.
past issues continues, it’s clear a dedication of never nd today. Not Perhaps the biggest name
lot of things have changed over three new build- only is the Rev. Dr. Hen- in town was the now-forgot- Other than MacFarlane,
time — including the way news ings, but the lead ry Berkowitz’s opening ten George MacFarlane star- theater patrons could see
is reported. paragraph only prayer recounted in full, ring in e Midnight Girl at Bert Baker and Bon Ton
mentions two but so are the speeches by the Lyric eatre. Girls with Babe La-Tour at
Case in point: the Feb. 6, 1914 — a day nurs- Young Women’s Union the Casino eatre. And
edition of the Jewish Exponent, ery and a shel- President Gertrude Berg, MacFarlane’s name may those willing to forgo Shab-
which features a single story (and ter house. Later Building Committee be unfamiliar today — bat services that Friday night
in the story, a Chairman Howard A. although he does merit a could participate in a tango
ve advertisements) on the cover. neighborhood Loeb and Municipal Wikipedia entry — but he dancing contest. ●
e thing is, the story about house is mentioned, but it isn’t clear Court Judge James E. Gorman. was a big star then. In the
if that’s the third new building. “I esteem it a privilege and years immediately prior to
the Young Women’s Union dedi- an honor to accept with sin- 1914, he starred on Broadway
cating three new buildings scarce- Also unclear is the price of the cere gratitude this great gi , in productions of Gilbert
ly resembles a news article today. project. A few numbers are tossed this magni cent building and and Sullivan’s e Mikado,
about midway through the article, our pretty shelter, which, for H.M.S. Pinafore and e
For one thing, the “inverted but it’s uncertain whether they years to come, shall minister Pirates of Penzance.
pyramid” style of writing, where reference the entire project. In any to the needs of the infants and
the most important information case, it appears the project cost children who shall be brought Later, he served as one
is included at the top, is nowhere $65,066.45, along with $7,200 for within their portals,” Berg said. of the rst motion picture
to be found. Readers have to wait land acquisitions. “talkie” stars, appearing in
until nearly the end of the lengthy 17 lms between 1929 and
story to nd out where the build- his death in 1932, when he
ings are located.
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most searched in Google’s ater’s chief executive, said in a delphia Inquirer reported.
“actors” category. statement.
Penn student William Stein-
On less-positive notes for Tony Award-winner Shel- berg from Scarsdale, N.Y., his
Jews, disgraced American film don Harnick, who wrote the parents and two brothers were
producer Harvey Weinstein show’s lyrics, will be a consul- headed to San José when the
ranked as the fourth-most tant, while Broadway director single-propeller plane crashed
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Volunteers Assist Military Bases, Tour Israel
on New Programs
LOCAL organization will start a new But everything changed when Steve Plotkin (third from the right, back row) salutes with a group of
program, VFI Plus Advanced. she got there. volunteers on a 2012 trip.
SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM | JE STAFF
The volunteers, who differ in “I was just literally hit by A group of volunteers on a 2017 VFI PLUS trip in front of the Western
ON CAROL STEIN’S second age and religion, do not learn what I heard and saw and felt,
trip to Israel, she helped dig what or where their assignment and when I came home, I felt Wall. Photos provided
on an archaeological site from is until they arrive, though the like I had to go back as soon as
morning until night near a kib- VFI groups do stick together. possible, but I didn’t want to be fessional Israeli guide, private first, though Larry eventually
butz on the Jordanian border. The work they do cuts down on a tourist,” she said. “I wanted to bus and driver. convinced her.
the soldiers’ workloads so they see Israel at a different level and
“Every minute of it is just a often can return home in time from a different perspective.” “The beauty of this program “The touring is really what
thrill. You have to know how for dinner. is that it lets people do their made us go,” he said.
that feels to appreciate it,” said She came across a VFI adver- volunteer service, if they’re
Stein, who works as the Phil- VFI Plus, which began three tisement in the Jewish Exponent inclined to do that, and get When the two arrived, they
adelphia regional co-manager years ago, offers a touring com- and returned to Israel in a differ- the benefit of all this touring,” learned they would be sta-
for Volunteers For Israel (VFI). ponent to the trip, in addition ent capacity than before, helping Plotkin said. tioned at a medical base. Ilene
“But for someone who wasn’t to volunteering. dig. She went back to Israel with Herscher worked sterilizing
allowed to get her hands dirty VFI another four times. Some volunteers expressed and packaging medical sup-
as she grew up — don’t touch While VFI Plus takes trav- that they had already gone to plies, while Larry Herscher did
anything dirty; that’s for guys elers to the more usual tourist “This program is for any- many of the places the VFI Plus more heavy lifting.
— to be able to get down into a destinations, such as Masada one seeking a sweat-equity tour took them to, which led
pit with dirt and just love every and the Golan Heights, VFI Plus stake in the security of Israel,” to the creation of the VFI Plus In the end, Ilene Herscher
minute, it’s a thrill.” Advanced is tailored to volun- Plotkin said. Advanced program as well. said she liked the trip. In par-
teers who are more familiar with ticular, the other volunteers
That was her first experience the country and want to see plac- While weekdays on the VFI “We basically tour pretty made the trip enjoyable for her.
with VFI, a program that orga- es they’ve never been to before, program are packed with help- intensively,” Plotkin said. “It’s
nizes volunteers from all over such as the Negev Crater and ing out on military bases, vol- not one of these ‘go to the “They do tell you the con-
the world. Akko. VFI Program Manager unteers have free time on the beach and rest on the sand’ ditions are spartan [on the
Steve Plotkin said eight people weekends to explore the coun- kind of things. We’re moving military bases],” Larry Her-
Now, VFI sends volunteers have already signed up for the try. But volunteers who have all the time.” scher said. “This trip is not for
to military bases, where they VFI Plus Advanced program. less experience with foreign everybody. You’re warned about
assist with tasks such as fold- traveling had some difficulty Larry Herscher, an attorney it, and they were right. It was
ing uniforms, cleaning weapons The first time Stein went to getting around, Plotkin said. in Miami who went on the VFI exactly as described, but you
and packaging medical sup- Israel, she went reluctantly on a Plus program last October, said feel like you’re doing rewarding
plies. VFI has sent volunteers tour with her husband, mother This led VFI to decide to the trip intrigued him as soon work, so you don’t mind.”
for 36 years, and this April the and her mother’s friend in 1991. create the VFI Plus program, as he found it online. His wife,
At the time, she did not want which combines the program’s Ilene, who also works as an [email protected];
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That’s what Ellen Bilder- in our programs with our “It’s a great place to sing,
see humbly teases as the Opera Philadelphia to book faith: Either the composers
name she gives Reform Con- more talent, such as classi- are Jewish or the artists are and I love performing there,”
gregation Keneseth Israel cal pianist and Curtis facul- Jewish, or something to that said Rachel Sigman, who
during its annual Broadway ty member Gary Graffman, effect,” added Bildersee, who also participated in the con-
Opera Cabaret. violinist Pinchas Zukerman, also teaches piano. cert last year and curated
pianist Yuja Wang, and vio- this performance.
KI will host its 19th Broad- linist Ray Chen, to name a few, On the opera side, they’ll
way Opera Cabaret, featur- some of whom have performed sing songs from La Bohème, Sigman said the musical
ing Philadelphia-area and numerous times at KI. Carmen, Romeo and Juliet and selections have a mass appeal
world-renowned opera singers, The Pearl Fishers. for everyone to enjoy.
on Jan. 7 at 7:45 p.m. The set list includes more
recent Broadway hits like “They’re all beautiful voic- “My fellow performers are
Local performers include “You’ll Be Back” from Hamil- es,” she added. The audience great actors, too, so it’s not
soprano Rachel Sigman, mez- ton and “Follow Your Heart” can participate, too: Some only going to sound beautiful,
zo Kaitlyn Beth Tierney, ten- from Urinetown, and classics songs will have the lyrics pro- it’s going to be a very emotion-
or Remy Martin and baritone like “Lily’s Eyes” from The jected on a screen so they can al, heartwarming experience,”
Matthew Lulofs, along with Secret Garden, “We Are Wom- join in, like “Getting to Know she noted.
Kat Bowman on piano. en” from Candide, “Some Oth- You” from The King and I and
er Time” from On The Town, the chorus of “The Country’s in The Huntingdon Valley
They’ll sing some famil- “Maria” and “Tonight” from the Very Best of Hands” from native and current Glenside
iar Broadway tunes, opera Li’l Abner. resident said she is looking for-
arias, duets, trios and quartets ward to a duet from Peter Pan
from Fiorello!, Li’l Abner, Les The KI Music Arts pro- by Leonard Bernstein, “Spring
Misérables, The Phantom of the gram is 67 volunteers strong. Will Come Again,” a song she
Opera, Carousel, Kismet, My said is not often performed.
Fair Lady, West Side Story, The We very often find a link in our programs
Secret Garden, South Pacific with our faith: Either the composers are Jewish Bildersee’s goal is to present
and more. or the artists are Jewish, or something to that beautiful music that would not
effect.” ordinarily be available to the
Bildersee curates the per- Greater Philadelphia region
formance each year alongside ELLEN BILDERSEE and community.
her husband, Bob. It originally
started as a Yom Hashoah pro- West Side Story, and “Anything The profits from the con- “We make it easy for people
gram at KI with four Curtis You Can Do” from Annie Get certs go toward charities like who are limited in their ability
Institute of Music students. Magen David Adom or the to go into Philadelphia to see
Your Gun. world-class music. We’re try-
They did a musical program Bildersee is looking forward USO, though a majority goes ing to present the same class
commemorating those lost to “So In Love” from Kiss Me back to KI’s education pro- of music in our area to enable
during the Holocaust, which Kate, a song from “the Gold- grams. The concerts are also people who can’t get down for
included a specific piece of music en Age of Broadway” she and sponsored by KI donors and reasons of mobility or financial
originally written in Terezin. her husband hold close to their community advertisers. or other reasons,” she said. “We
54-year marriage. Tickets go for $40, but stu- feel we want to provide this for
“It was a very moving con- people who don’t have it.” l
cert,” she said. From there,
world-class musicians have [email protected];
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Music Arts program.
The Bildersees connected
with the Curtis Institute and
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Resolutions The start of each year is a time for both fireworks and resolutions. Flickr Creative Commons BARBARA NUSSBAUM,
PRESIDENT, NATIONAL
Continued from Page 1 ALLAN DOMB, MARCIA BRONSTEIN, elephant and do one thing each COUNCIL OF JEWISH
PHILADELPHIA CITY REGIONAL DIRECTOR, day to make the world a better WOMEN GREATER
JON GRABELLE COUNCILMAN-AT-LARGE AMERICAN JEWISH place. I hope that 2018 will be PHILADELPHIA SECTION
HERRMANN, EXECUTIVE “In my capacity as city coun- COUNCIL PHILADELPHIA/ a year when we can celebrate “I want to continue working
DIRECTOR, USA250 cilman, my New Year’s resolu- SOUTH NEW JERSEY religious pluralism in Israel and advocating on behalf of
“One of the biggest chal- tion is to, this year, put in place CHAPTER among all streams of Judaism issues that concern wom-
lenges for the United States’ the collection of all delinquent “No. 1 is I want to learn enough and have equal access to the en, children and families
250th anniversary initiative taxes and make the City of 21st-century Yiddish words so Wall for prayer and life cycle and ensuring individual civil
is making sure that each Philadelphia more efficient. I can have a conversation with- events. I look forward to cele- rights — that’s so important
American individual, fami- My New Year’s resolution out inserting English. Wheth- brating the 70th anniversary of in our times — getting other
ly and community feels that in the real estate world is to er it’s the computer, internet, the state of Israel and consider people motivated to speak out
their story is visibly connect- continue to see new residents syncing my phone, I want to it a privilege, as many in my on behalf of people who can’t
ed to the nation’s story, in the come to our city, especially learn all those things, so I don’t family did not get to expe- speak out for themselves. Make
eyes of the broader public. millennials, so we can build have to insert English ... I’m rience, firsthand, the miracle this world safer, more peaceful
My New Year’s resolution for our population.” going to travel more, kiss an that is Israel.” and more tolerant, so that we
2018 is for us to begin weav- can make things better for all
ing that narrative, so that people. As a grandmother, I
our society sees a full reflec- want to feel that this world is
tion of who we are and where going to be a better place in the
we can go together.” coming year. I want to spend
more time with my grandchil-
NAOMI ADLER, PRESIDENT dren and make sure they live in
AND CEO, JEWISH a world that’s tolerant.”
FEDERATION OF GREATER
PHILADELPHIA PAUL FINKELMAN,
“In 2018, Israel turns 70 PRESIDENT, GRATZ
years old — a significant COLLEGE
milestone for both the Israe- “As the newly appointed pres-
li and Jewish communities ident of Gratz College, I want
across the world. My resolu- to see this historic institution
tion is to ensure that all our take its place as a local and
programming during this national leader, serving Jew-
year illustrates our commu- ish communities in Philadel-
nities’ love, respect and deep phia and across America. My
ties with Israel as well as goal is to establish Gratz as an
pays tribute to the diversity intellectual and cultural haven
of the Israeli population, and where we can come togeth-
explores the multiplicity of er to discuss and debate the
viewpoints involved.” issues that confront us — while
also welcoming students from
SAM KATZ, EXECUTIVE around the world who choose
PRODUCER, HISTORY to take part in our growing
MAKING PRODUCTIONS M.A. and Ph.D. programs.”
“My No. 1 New Year’s resolu-
tion is to have a lot of great fun SHARON PINKENSON,
with my grandchildren. I am EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR,
sure that if I do, 2018 will have GREATER PHILADELPHIA
been a terrific year.” FILM OFFICE
“I had a wonderful lunch …
VERED NOHI, with Janet Benton, author of Lil-
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, li de Jong, my favorite book this
PHILADELPHIA-ISRAEL year. Janet convinced me that
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE I should commit to writing for
myself just one hour per month,
“My hope is that in the next recording my memories, good
year we’ll be able to increase or bad, as essays. So that is my
connections among Israeli and New Year’s resolution. Just the
Philadelphian innovators and thought of it is cathartic.” l
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in 2002 when he returned to zation’s website.
Philadelphia, Tannenbaum has “Burt taught me so many
remained at the Tennis Cen- values that I remember to this
ter, helping out the hundreds day … qualities I try to instill
of children who have come in my own children,” Levi said
through the program. on the site.
“In today’s world, it seems At the beginning of 2017,
that people jump around a lot Tannenbaum stepped down
in their profession, in their from his role as manager of the
work,” he said. “I guess I’m old center. Though he still teach-
school. I’m proud of the efforts es classes, he felt that, with
that I’ve made and the organi- changes in technology, it was
zation I work for, and I’m proud time for him to step aside.
of the kids that I’ve had great In September, just before the
contact with.” High Holy Days, he received a
Tannenbaum’s favorite phone call that the Ministry
memories from working at of Education wanted to send
the Tennis Center include someone to Arad to record a
reaching out to Ethiopian video interview with him. They
immigrants who moved to then sent him an invitation to
Albert Tannenbaum receives his lifetime achievement award from the Ministry of Education. Arad in the ’80s. One of those attend an award ceremony in
Photos provided immigrants continued work- Jerusalem.
ing there and now manages The lifetime achievement
time, the kibbutz offered kibbutz, that racquet was ular sport there at the time, the center. award he received recognized
him membership on condi- beside him. but Tannenbaum approached “Nothing makes me individuals who have made an
tion that he learn Hebrew, Rafi Freeman, who worked the mayor of Arad, the head of prouder,” Tannenbaum said. impact on Israel.
so he moved to Arad to start as a counselor at the World tennis in Israel and the head of “I get goosebumps thinking “There were thousands of
attending ulpan. Union of Jewish Students Insti- Sherut La’am — a service orga- about that. Maybe because of people,” Tannenbaum said. “I
While there, Harold tute, met Tannenbaum in those nization — and said he wanted my efforts, I helped her and was just blown away.”
Landenberg, whom Tannen- early days through his ulpan. to start the program and that kids that came from back- It wasn’t until he got to the
baum knew from the Star of Freeman would ask everyone he would run it for no pay. grounds like that. Tennis is Jerusalem and saw the video
David Games in Philadel- who came by if they played Since then, Freeman said, a way to integrate them into interview of himself playing
phia, invited Tannenbaum to softball to join a team, and Tannenbaum has become a well- a society.” there that he started to realize
check out the Tennis Center he was pleased to learn that known figure around Arad. The children Tannenbaum the importance of the award.
in Ramat Hasharon. not only did Tannenbaum play “Because of him, tennis worked with became family “I wasn’t looking for this
When he returned, he felt softball, but he could also do a has become popular in Arad,” for him. He shared religious type of thing,” Tannenbaum
inspired to start a Tennis Cen- windmill pitch. The two played Freeman said. “Hundreds, if holidays with them and their said. “I figured, what I do, my
ter in Arad as well. on a semi-professional softball not thousands, of kids have families, attended their Bar daily existence — that’s just
“I said, ‘My God, I can team together in the ’80s. played because of him. He has Mitzvahs and was even at the what I do.” l
combine my love of sport, Freeman recalls when the become known as Mr. Tennis.” brit milahs of their sons.
using tennis, and facilitate a Tennis Center first opened in After a year, the Israel Ten- One of these students who [email protected];
way to work with kids as a job Arad. Tennis was not a pop- nis Center asked Tannenbaum became family to Tannenbaum 215-832-0729
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Opinion
EDITORIAL Kagenmi/Thinkstock
Iran’s Jews
Need Our Help
IN OUR DISCUSSIONS about Iran, whether regarding its The Middle East Multi-state Solution
nuclear program, its quest for regional hegemony or its funding
of anti-Israeli terrorism, we don’t focus that much on the fact that BY CORY SCHULMAN as fresh water sources make it both need more land to not
the Islamic republic continues to be home to a small Jewish com- harder to divide the disputed only exist but to develop. The
munity. Prior to the 1979 revolution, the country had upward of FOR GENERATIONS, THE land as it is currently defined. solution should mirror those
100,000 Jews, but today just 8,500 remain, primarily in the capital failed concept of the “two-state who contributed to the prob-
of Tehran, but also in the southern cities of Isfahan and Shiraz. solution” has led to intransi- The primary question is, lem. Historically, the original
gence among politicians, think why do the politicians harp conflict occurred when Isra-
Despite their super-minority status, the official line has tanks, negotiators and every- on a two-state solution? What el earned its independence in
always been that the Jews who remain in Iran were safe. Indeed, one else seeking peace in the is so special about the idea of 1948, with the participation
Iran’s ruling clerics were quick to point out that their brand of Middle East. To abandon this two? After all, Gaza is an inde- of invading Arab communities
militant Islamism, despite being anti-Israel, was not anti-Jewish. once revolutionary idea, we pendent territory and already surrounding the nation state.
So news last week that two synagogues in Shiraz were vandalized must confront its limitations non-contiguous with the West Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan
left us wondering who didn’t get the memo. and think again with greater Bank. And Israel proper and and Saudi Arabia all had a
creativity. We need to change the West Bank are independent part in creating and sustain-
Just a day after leaders in Tehran declared Jerusalem as the the calculation of the problem territories too. Why not have ing Palestinian diaspora and
“capital of Palestine” — an apparent response to U.S. President and devise new possibilities for three states? But more practi- poverty. They contributed to
Donald Trump’s decision to recognize the holy city as the capital a novel approach. cally, why take away land from instigating the exodus from
of Israel — vandals entered Shiraz’s Kashi and Hadash syna- Israel, which won it in a bloody the land in preparation for
gogues, ripping up several Torah scrolls and defacing hundreds invasions. Now, after 70 years,
of prayer books, some of which they threw in the toilet. The primary logistical problem affecting all shouldn’t all of these countries
parties is that the land in which we supposedly participate in a more humane
Sam Kermanian, a senior adviser to the Iranian-American want to divide is a small parcel. The size of Israel solution that is viable for both
Jewish Federation, was quoted in news reports as saying that the is too small to adequately address the needs of Israelis and Palestinians?
Shiraz community is “scared.” “They’re not comfortable speak- the Israeli and Palestinian populations.
ing freely,” he said, “but overall, life goes on.” All of the Arab countries
The primary logistical prob- war and would be only 9 miles have much more land than
Life in Iran, though, appears far from normal. Protesters angry lem affecting all parties is that wide at its narrowest? Relin- the Israelis. Shouldn’t discus-
about government cuts to food subsidies have spent days disrupting the land in which we suppos- quishment of the West Bank sions about a Palestinian state
life in the capital, with the ensuing crackdown by authorities turn- edly want to divide is a small leaves Israel too vulnerable and or multiple states include land
ing violent and taking several lives. And though anti-Semitism was parcel. The size of Israel is too too limited to support its grow- offerings from some or all of
reported to be on the decline in Iran, the synagogue attacks seem small to adequately address ing population. these nations? Certainly Egypt
to prove that while hatred of Israel has always been explicit, hatred the needs of the Israeli and Both Israeli and Palestinian could sacrifice some portion
of Jews in general continues to exist in the background. Palestinian populations. Other needs will be greater as both of the Sinai Peninsula. Cer-
environmental limitations such populations expand. They tainly Saudi Arabia has land to
Should another revolution take hold in Iran, there is little to offer adjacent to Israel. Perhaps
suggest that life will get any easier for the country’s Jewish com- a portion of land from Leba-
munity. So what is the future of this population? non, Syria and Jordan could
The Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish See Multi-state, Page 16
Organizations called on Iranian authorities “to take all neces-
sary steps to protect the community and bring the perpetrators
to swift justice,” but we doubt that such officials will prove to
be trustworthy protectors. We believe instead that the Trump
administration should heed the recommendation of the U.S.
Commission on International Religious Freedom, which called
for Iran’s Jews, as well as the country’s other religious minorities,
to continue to be granted special refugee status for the purposes
of immigrating here. The so-called Lautenberg Amendment had
granted such protections to Iran’s would-be religious refugees
since 2004, but because Congress failed to reauthorize it, those
protections expired last October.
The president and Congress focus regularly on Iran. Now is
the time for both to turn some of their attention to the country’s
persecuted minorities, especially its Jewish population. l
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Opinion
I Was Harassed, but I’m Not KVETCH ’N KVELL
a #MeToo Person Longing for Unity
Thirty years ago, on Dec. 7, 1987, the Jewish community orga-
BY SUSAN WEINTROB pulled up close to his desk. his voice: “I’m going to call the nized the largest Jewish protest in American history — Freedom
“Close the door, Susan,” he principal right now and give Sunday — in which 250,000 people gathered on the Washington
I ADMIT IT: I’m in a quanda- said smilingly. “I bet you’re him a piece of my mind!” Mall to demand free emigration for Soviet Jews as Soviet Pre-
ry. My skin crawls every time excited to start this process.” My mother, who worked in mier Gorbachev and President Reagan held their first summit
another sexual harassment “I sure am.” I smiled back the school system, ultimately on American soil (“Freedom Sunday: An Example of Bipartisan
case becomes public. This is and sat down in the chair. called the principal. Support and Intergroup Cooperation,” Nov. 16).
not a new story — for millen- The forms were on his desk. My dad opened his arms
nia it’s gone on and without Mr. Martin reached for some and held me. I knew he was As a junior at the University of Maryland, I was in charge of
much consequence. files, brushing my leg. I thought angry, and if it weren’t for my the public relations on campus for this rally, getting articles in
nothing of it. As he continued mom knowing the principal, he The Diamondback and plastering the campus with flyers. I can’t
And yet, I cringe when indi- talking, his hand rested on my would have been yelling on the remember how many busloads of students marched behind a
viduals are unjustly accused. knee. I froze. phone so loud our neighbors University of Maryland banner for the freedom of Soviet Jews.
There was the case, for instance, His hand traveled all the way would’ve heard. But I do remember countless planning meetings and strategy
of fraternity members being up my skirt. My heart pounded My mother spoke to the sessions, and then finally standing in our heavy winter coats on
falsely accused of a gang rape and I couldn’t breathe, couldn’t principal the next morning and a cold Sunday watching Anatoly Sharansky light the menorah
at the University of Virginia, move. It seemed hours until insisted that he do something. on stage and listening to Peter, Paul and Mary sing “Light One
ruining students’ reputations Candle” to close out the event.
and leading to the temporary What bothers me is that we seem quick
shutting down of the fraternity. to exchange victims. Those accused do not Just about every Jewish person of my generation who was
deserve lynching, but due process. Paying for remotely involved in community events was at that rally. I meet
On the other hand, some accusations or encouraging them a few days people today who tell me, “Yeah, I was there. Of course I was.”
are quick to accuse victims or weeks before an election is suspect. The Soviet Jewry movement unified our otherwise heavily frac-
who come forward of low and tured community like no other issue has since.
loose morals, as if that would I finally stood up, opened the “I will do the appropriate
have justified being attacked. door, walked down the hall thing,” he intoned vaguely, If anyone can suggest another issue that everyone from
Many victims have thus kept and returned to class. I didn’t no doubt hoping to avoid the Chasidic to secular Jews can agree on, I would love to hear it.
quiet for decades. And then say anything to my friends. teachers union, problems with We need unity more than ever now in the face of the crises that
there are those who knew, the counselor’s tenure and oth- divide the American public.
who kept silent and covered “So did you sign up for the er headaches.
up the harassment. PSATs?” my best friend Kathy Today, I live in Rhawnhurst. I shop at Bell’s Market, a grocery
asked me. I nodded. Should I “You won’t be going back to store that caters to the ever-growing Russian community that
Nonetheless, I’m not a tell her? Another friend came that man again,” my mom said lives here, thanks in no small measure to the flood of immi-
#MeToo person. by and the moment was gone. that night at the dinner table. grants who left the Soviet Union in the late 1980s and early
I had been re-assigned to the 1990s. Last month, the synagogues in our neighborhood cele-
Why not? What both- I didn’t remember a word vocational counselor, whom I brated the second annual “Shabbat Shel Achdus,” a “Sabbath of
ers me is that we seem quick that was said the rest of the saw for the rest of my high Unity,” during which the rabbis spoke at one another’s congre-
to exchange victims. Those long day. When I arrived home, school years. A nice respectful gations as a sign of mutual respect. It culminated with a melava
accused do not deserve lynch- my parents were still at work. guy, he knew nothing about malka, a party organized to include the entire community and
ing, but due process. Paying My brother was in the Navy, in preparing for college, and I was celebrate our unity.
for accusations or encourag- Guantanamo Bay. on my own.
ing them a few days or weeks That our community came together like this is wonderful.
before an election is suspect. During dinner, I was quiet, Kathy asked me later that That other Jewish communities are not so unified is a problem.
rarely telling my parents about month, “So how come you’re We are all Jews, no matter what communal, cultural or religious
Having said that, sexual my school troubles. My dad not seeing Martin?” I shrugged. label we choose to describe ourselves. The Soviet Jewry move-
harassment is a reality. And I looked closely at me and asked, ment brought us all together once, on a national level. What
know this personally. “So, how’s my girl?” and I burst Mr. Martin stayed in his job other issue can do it again, with positivity and action?
into tears. during my high school years
At 14, I began high school. and beyond. I didn’t speak to Bettina Dunn | Rhawnhurst
The college prep track helped Shame. That’s what I felt. him again. There’s little doubt
plan for PSATs, SATs and Why hadn’t I said something? in my mind that other students Join the
appropriate coursework — Why not leave sooner? Why had his inappropriate groping conversation!
pretty exciting stuff for a kid not go straight to the principal foisted on them.
whose parents hadn’t been able or dean’s office? Tell us what you’re thinking
to graduate college. This incident faded to the and interact with the community
The story came out slowly. at jewishexponent.com
We had a few group meet- My parents’ faces showed their See Harassed, Page 16 Connect with us on
ings. Then I went to the college anger and hurt. My dad raised
counselor’s office to register
for the PSATs. I bounced down
the hall, never a doubt in my
mind that I’d go to college,
major in English and begin my
writing career.
“Mr. Martin’s” office door
was open and a chair was
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THE VIEW FROM HERE Multi-state
Continued from Page 14
A Revolution in the Making be offered for a solution that The Palestinians could have
could resolve the conflict. Isra- several states: Gaza/Sinai;
BY JOSHUA RUNYAN testers’ goals is required. They So why aren’t the protests in Iran el could not only sacrifice Gaza Saudi Arabia/Palestine, and a
nodded approvingly at some of making headlines?” and part of the West Bank, but northern state across Lebanon,
TWO YEARS AGO, when fac- President Donald Trump’s tweets maybe create a multi-ethnic Syria, Jordan and part of the
tions in the United States and embracing the demonstra- For a straw man, it wasn’t sister state in the West Bank West Bank.
its Jewish community were deep tions and condemning the vio- that expertly contrived, consid- where Palestinians, Christians,
in the trenches fighting over the lent crackdown, and cautioned ering that the Iran story has been Jews and others would be wel- All of the inhabitants of the
implementation of the Iran nucle- against politicizing the rapidly in the news every day since it comed and have access to East region could reside in inter-
ar deal, it was taken as a giv- changing state of affairs. began, garnering headlines in Jerusalem as their capital. nationally recognized nations
en that deal or not, the Islamic such papers as The Philadelphia with a non-contiguous multi-
fundamentalist regime that ruled That Dubowitz, CEO of the Inquirer, The Washington Post As a result, Israel proper state solution. l
in Tehran would be around for Foundation for the Defense of and The New York Times. But would remain a majority Jew-
a long time. In power since the Democracies and a vocal critic Smith’s beef wasn’t so much with ish state with room to grow Cory Schulman is a Maryland-based
1979 revolution, it had success- of the Iran nuclear deal, and Sha- the lack of coverage as it was with into most of the West Bank. book publisher.
fully stamped out protests sur- piro, who as the U.S. ambassa- what he considered a false narra-
rounding the 2009 election of dor to Israel for President Barack tive. News outlets, he said, pinned Harassed
Hassan Rouhani as president and Obama was tasked with being one the blame for the protests on eco-
continued to rule its people with the deal’s most ardent supporters, nomics instead of on the quest Continued from Page 15
an iron fist. would come to agreement in print for freedom, essentially recapit-
was itself remarkable. But even ulating regime talking points back of my mind until the for political reasons.
In light of the new protests that more astonishing was their call for and “pimping for the regime [by] recent spate of sexual harass- No one questioned me at
sprung up in Tehran last week common ground in a day and age requesting the West to wire more ment charges. I thought to
and have since spread to conser- when the political divide appears money, fast.” myself, “Boy, I was lucky never school about the incident. They
vative towns in the periphery, the almost so wide as to permanently to have anything happen to me didn’t want to know.
old assumption about the ruling fracture the United States. Never mind that most revolu- like that.” Then I remembered
clerics’ invincibility may not be tions in history have considerable Mr. Martin. Legally, silence implies con-
as solid as once thought. Head- “Nuclear deal supporters economic underpinnings, from sent. This is not to blame the
ing into Jan. 3, 21 people had and opponents should resist our own revolution in 1776 to At first, I was angry with victim. This is the silence of
been killed in the government-led the urge to make this a ‘gotcha the Islamic one in 1979. Smith myself for not speaking up, not those who know, who allow
crackdowns, but the protests — moment’ for people with whom ignores reality to score politi- slapping his hand or not telling perpetrators to continue their
stretching into the sixth day and they have tussled on Iran pol- cal points, exactly the opposite other students. molesting and go unpunished
targeting everything from the icy,” they wrote. “This under- of what anyone who yearns for or allow others to falsely accuse.
price of basic foodstuffs to Iran’s mines the cause of ensuring the fall of the Iranian leadership My second reaction was to Bullies thrive on silence.
support for Hezbollah and its mil- broad, bipartisan support for should be doing right now. wonder why students weren’t
itary forays in Syria and elsewhere peaceful protests, and hopefully protected from predators, why In Ecclesiastes, we read that
in the Middle East — have shown real political change. If the events of the last few this individual was allowed to there is “a time to keep silent
no sign of abating. days have taught us anything, it’s stay. Why had my school sys- and a time to speak.” Many
“Let’s focus on the Iranian that the ruled still maintain an tem and teachers union shield- say that now is the time for
Granted, by the time you read people and what the United States ability to push back against the ed this employee? men and women to speak out
this, Supreme Leader Ali Khame- and our European allies can do to ruling class, especially when a when they see sexual bullying,
nei — who in a statement blam- advance their aspirations, not our revolution is least expected. The Those who should have harassment or abuse. That’s
ing unnamed “enemies” for the own political squabbles.” United States should nurture been defending us often have true.
unrest warned protesters that those who are chafing against not. Disappointingly, some
authorities knew who their lead- I couldn’t agree more. authoritarian rule and be ready feminists have protected lib- But then, it’s always been
ers were — and his police forces Just three days after the pro- to influence the events that would eral predators. A congressional the time to speak out — when
may well have snuffed out this lat- tests started, foreign policy ana- follow a collapse of Iran’s regime. slush fund pays off represen- it’s the truth. l
est yearning for democratic and lyst Lee Smith wrote in Tablet to Perhaps never before has Amer- tatives’ accusers. The media
economic reforms. I’m not only decry a favored scapegoat among ican engagement in a region that shields some and attacks others Susan Weintrob is a retired educa-
hoping that that’s not the case, the right — the American media has seen so much disengagement tor and writer in Charleston, S.C.
I’m betting that we’re in store for — as too ignorant to cover events been as necessary as it is now. l
a lot more news coming out of the in Iran. “American news audi- What’s going on in
Islamic republic. ences are starting to wonder why Joshua Runyan is the editor- Jewish Philadephia?
the U.S. media has devoted so in-chief of the Jewish Exponent. He
Which brings us to the ques- little coverage to such dramatic can be reached at jrunyan@jewish- Submit an event or browse our online calendar to
tion of what we in the United — and possibly history-making exponent.com. find out what’s happening at local synagogues,
States can do about it. On Jan. — events,” he opined. “Ordinary community organizations and venues!
1, Mark Dubowitz and Daniel people are taking their lives in
B. Shapiro took to Politico to their hands to voice their outrage [email protected]
argue that nothing less than a at the crimes of an obscurantist
full-throated endorsement by regime that has repressed them
American leaders of the pro- since 1979, and which attacks and
shoots them dead in the streets.
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Josh Davis Tracks Down Prisoner
24601 on ‘Les Mis’ Tour
T H E AT E R “Even though he’s the bad Josh Davis
MARISSA STERN | JE STAFF guy, he’s not a villain per se
because he truly believes what From left: Josh Davis as Inspector Javert and Nick Cartell as Jean Valjean perform in the new national tour of Les
JOSH DAVIS WAS steaming he’s doing is correct and he
his voice and resting while truly believes it’s for the best, Misérables. Photos provided
preparing for another perfor- for the greater good,” Davis
mance of Les Misérables in said. “He just doesn’t under-
Washington, D.C. stand that people can redeem
themselves.”
And it’s no wonder, as he’s
taken the stage six times a He’s played more fun roles
week for the past four months in the past, such as comic
to play Javert, the law-abid- parts in the original Broadway
ing-to-a-fault police inspector cast of Beautiful: The Carole
who spends much of the musi- King Musical.
cal tracking down protagonist
and bread-stealer Jean Valjean. When he auditioned, he
He will confront Valjean and didn’t know what he was get-
swear by the stars in Philadel- ting into.
phia when the tour stops at the
Academy of Music Jan. 9 to 21. “I didn’t know I was audi-
tioning for a Broadway show
It’s a role he’s been drawn when I auditioned for it. It was
to since he first saw the show just some show about Carole
in high school when his drama King that I had never heard
teacher took the class to see it. about,” he recalled. “It changed
my career trajectory. It was an
“It kind of blew me away,
actually,” said the Columbia, His affinity for theater started early, think are dangerous, and he’s the Fourth of July celebration
Md., native of the first time he stretching back even to his childhood and one of them. He doesn’t allow on the Parkway — and con-
saw Les Mis. “[Javert] goes on a playing characters in performances for Purim. for any gray area and I think tinuing to perform with his
fun journey of being so sure of it’s important to see how he fellow castmates.
himself and so right to being incredible experience.” but it wasn’t until the early ends up and what that does to
utterly confused in the end, it’s He got to perform at the 2000s that he began to pur- his life.” “What’s most rewarding is
fun to play that. Plus, I get to Tony Awards and meet King sue acting professionally. He being able to be on stage with
wear cool suits.” herself when she surprised studied business marketing at (Spoiler: It doesn’t go well these actors and singers who
the cast and the audience by the University of Delaware and for him.) are just incredible talents,”
In 2007, he got the chance coming to a performance, started acting when he lived in he said. “The other thing is
to play the role the first time which she previously said she Washington, D.C., after he quit If you ask Davis, the show’s being able to play this charac-
in Salt Lake City as an under- wouldn’t do. his job. He moved to New York longevity — it’s been around ter that a lot of people really
study and then again in 2013 Plus, he added with a laugh, in 2004. since 1985, or 1862 if you’re like, even though he’s the bad
when he was cast as Javert at he “actually got paid to live in With Les Mis, he gets to counting when Victor Hugo’s guy. A lot of people say it’s
the same company and then New York and be an actor.” play a character who is resolute novel was published — is most- their favorite character and
another in Flat Rock, N.C. His affinity for theater start- in his convictions and ways ly due to the music. it’s an honor to get up there
ed early, stretching back even of thinking, which presents a and try to do it right.”
Then the tour came around. to his childhood and playing different side to the audience. “The music really touches
He had five or six auditions characters in performances for “There’s something about people in terms of the emo- This production will feature
for the production and sang for Purim. While he isn’t over- just playing a character who tions it’s trying to convey and some visual differences, such
different people, at one point ly religious, the importance of was literally written so long also the story itself,” he said, as projections of paintings on
even for acclaimed producer storytelling and entertaining ago — you get that in Shake- “which is credit to Victor Hugo the back wall that Davis said
Cameron Mackintosh. in Judaism resonated with him. speare and all these other older and also credit to [composers] add to the world of the musi-
This is the first time “That was probably my shows, but he’s an important Alain Boublil and Claude-Mi- cal, and there is no turntable
Davis, who grew up attend- first stint at acting was dress- character because he shows chel Schonberg for pulling on stage.
ing a Reform congregation, is ing up as those characters,” a definitive side and type of out the real humanity from
playing the villain character, he laughed. thinking,” Davis said. “Espe- the show and turning it into “People are really going to be
though Javert isn’t necessarily He sang and did theater cially in today’s age, there are what the audience is seeing. surprised by this show,” Davis
the bad guy in the traditional performances in high school, certain types of thinking I It’s something they can really said. “I think it’s one of the
sense — unlike other anti-he- relate to and the themes are most beautiful [shows] that’s
roes he would love to play in really important.” ever been put together … It’s a
the future, like Sweeney Todd very, very special production.” l
or Scar. For Davis, he is looking for-
ward to returning to Phila- [email protected];
delphia — he performed with 215-832-0740
part of the Les Mis cast during
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Mapping A Center City Matzah Ball
Crawl and Living to Tell the Tale
FOOD and a very soft matzah ball that Sadly, it didn’t taste as good as But this was the most tradi- Famous 4th Street Delicatessen
RACHEL KURLAND AND MARISSA STERN took up much of the cup. it smelled. The matzah balls were tional soup thus far: It had more Photo by Rachel Kurland
| JE STAFF lumpy and kind of crumbled apart of a matzah taste reminiscent of
We couldn’t resist and ordered in the bowl. There was less flavor in Passover seder. And surprise! serving of matzah ball soup on
WHEN THE WEATHER out- a side of hefty latkes, which sat the broth, which was more watery Once you get around the largest the table, it became clear that all
side is frightful, there’s nothing atop a doily. The meal altogeth- and oily than the others. matzah ball on the planet, there’s the other matzah balls prior were
better than a steaming hot cup of er felt very homey and set the one piece of chicken. Whether it’s leading up to this point. This was
matzah ball soup. bar high, as it ranked one of our ROOSTER SOUP CO., 1526 supposed to be there we’ll never the one ball to rule them all: The
favorites by the end of our course SANSOM ST. know, but it was good. softball-sized matzah ball came
Some are large, some are (the broth had a distinct chicken When you go to a place that in a bowl the size of a large plate.
small, some are more oily than flavor and wasn’t too salty). has “soup” in its name, it’s HERSHEL’S EAST SIDE DELI
others, some come sans chicken, OK to set the bar high — and MARKET, 51 N. 12TH ST. Expanding stomachs aside, it
but when you truly can’t decide RACHAEL’S NOSHERI, 120 even more so when the people Over at Reading Terminal, was super soft and moist, accom-
on your brothy bowl of choice, S. 19TH ST. behind the place are Michael we made many wrong turns panied by bow tie noodles, car-
why not try them all? As we walked into Rachael’s we Solomonov and Steven Cook. before finding Hershel’s tiny rots, chunks of chicken, and a
really got that Jewish deli vibe deli counter surrounded by semi-sweeter broth.
We mapped out a few of our listening to an older woman Luckily, this soup not only Amish shops.
favorite places across Center wail into her cellphone, “Where reached the bar but plowed right This is the ultimate way to end
City, à la a typical bar crawl. But are you? I’m at Rachael’s!” through it. It was super flavorful This matzah ball was definite- the crawl. Godspeed to those who
instead of discounted libations, and with the added schmaltz, you ly the hardest of all, with a texture finish it in entirety and live to tell
we’re taking shots of soup. In contrast from our freezing definitely get a sense of the smoky so thick we needed two spoons. the tale.
bodies, the soup burned us to our flavor in not just the matzah ball However, that did not diminish
As it was about 20 degrees out, cores, but it was pretty tasty so we itself but the broth as well. the quality or the flavor. There’s Now that we have become one
we limited the crawl to walkable kept eating. a thin yellowish tint and film with the matzah ball, here are
stops in Center City. But those It was a bit oily, but the flavor that sticks to a matzah ball — a some tips: Just like a bar crawl or
outside city limits have plenty of It came in a no-frills styrofoam made up for it. personal favorite — which is just a night of drinking, prep with lots
options. If we could’ve walked cup, but to our surprise we rolled absorbed broth, but it adds for a of water before and in between
(we figured hitchhiking would be over the top matzah ball to find SCHLESINGER’S, 1521 tasty experience. soups. Pace yourself. All that salt
frowned upon), we would have another underneath. A miracle! LOCUST ST. and walking around town do not
stopped at joints like Hymie’s and Even though we were incredi- FAMOUS 4TH STREET mix well.
Ben & Irv’s for their hearty bowls Although saltier, the broth bly full, we picked up steam at DELICATESSEN, 700 S.
of soup, too. balanced with a more vegetable Schlesinger’s (and the compli- FOURTH ST. Speaking of salt, do not ques-
taste, and the matzah balls were mentary pickle bar). We took the long trek from tion how many calories are in
So instead, here are the stops we fluffy, airy and light. Reading Terminal to Famous matzah balls until after partici-
made to defrost and eat some soup: We ordered Harriet’s Matzo 4th Street by rolling our way pating in this crawl. You’re just
MARATHON, 121 S. 16TH ST. Ball Soup, also assumed to be down. (Remember the scene better off not knowing. l
HONEY’S SIT ’N EAT, 2101 Our expectations were high as we named after a relative, as well as a in Willy Wonka where the girl
SOUTH ST. ordered Sally’s Matzoh Ball Soup, side of fries. (We caught a second turns into a blueberry? That [email protected];
Our first stop for a cup o’ which the menu noted won Best wind.) was us, except matzah balls.) 215-832-0737
matzah ball soup was filled to of Philly. Named for the owner’s [email protected];
the brim with shredded chick- mother, according to some unsure The matzah ball was larger As the waiter placed a single 215-832-0740
en, celery, carrots, fresh herbs employees, the hefty bowl came than a fist. We took a few bites,
with two packets of crackers. and it actually grew in size.
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Chili Three Ways
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Chili utes until the chicken is very CHILI IS A TRUE beans, so this recipe is a cre-
tender and falls apart when ONE-DISH MEAL. ative and delicious hybrid.
Continued from Page 19 poked with a fork. It contains protein,
vegetables, fiber and A word on the meat: My
keeping it moist. It is a great Check the pot occasional- loads of flavor. But even husband prefers to splurge
winter meal, and it freezes well. ly to ensure there is sufficient the most Spartan of us likes with sirloin, and the results
So make this a double and pull cooking liquid; if needed, add a little variety on the table. are stupendous, but we have
out the spare when you are more beer and broth. When With that in mind, I offer also made this with chuck,
strapped for time. done, the liquid should be the following suggested stew meat and short rib for a
reduced and slightly thick- accompaniments to a more economical and equally
Serves six ened. If this is not the case, steaming bowl of chili: tasty result.
turn up the heat and boil it • Cooked brown or white rice
4 boneless chicken breasts for five minutes to thicken/ • Cooked quinoa This chili gets better after a
2 tablespoons oil reduce sauce. And, if the liquid • Corn chips day or so as the flavors blend, so
2 cloves garlic, minced has evaporated too much, add • Lime wedges if you have the ability to make it a
1 onion, chopped some more beer and broth and • Chopped fresh cilantro day ahead, that is recommended.
1 lime, zest and juice cook briefly. • Cubed avocados
1½ cups Pilsner, lager or any • Chopped fresh or canned Serves six
Pull the chicken apart with jalapenos
light-ish beer (or more as two forks until it is completely • Tomatillo salsa 2 teaspoons ground cumin
needed) shredded. • Guacamole ¾ teaspoon ground
2 cups chicken broth (or • Sour cream or plain Greek
more as needed) Add the beans and cilantro, yogurt (for vegetarian chili) coriander
2 teaspoons chili powder and cook another 30 minutes • Grated Monterey Jack or ½ teaspoon salt (or more
(or more to taste) to blend the flavors. cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt (for vegetarian chili) to taste)
2 teaspoons ground cumin Serve with additional • Warm flour or corn tortillas 2 tablespoons oil (or
2 15-ounce cans white chopped cilantro. • Corn bread
beans, drained • Toasted pepitos more as needed)
½ cup fresh cilantro, plus VEGETABLE CHILI (pumpkin seeds) 1 medium onion, chopped
more to garnish The beauty of this dish is its 3 cloves garlic, minced
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In a large pot on medium pretty much any vegetables
heat, heat the oil and sauté the you have on hand. And even jalapeno (if using) and season- short ribs, stew meat
garlic, onion, lime zest and sea- though it is vegetarian, it packs ings. When fragrant, add the or sirloin) cut in bite-
sonings. When fragrant, add a flavorful punch so your car- remaining vegetables and sauté sized cubes
the chicken breasts and sear nivores will likely embrace it. until all the spices are evenly 2 whole jalapeno peppers,
them on both sides. distributed over the vegetables. chopped (seeds removed
Serves six to eight if you want milder flavor)
Lower the heat and add Add the broth, tomatoes 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
the broth, beer and lime juice. 2 tablespoons oil and beans; stir. 1 tablespoon ground ancho
Cover and simmer for 90 min- 1 large onion, chopped chili powder
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Torah Portion
Moses’ Template of Leadership CANDLE LIGHTING
January 5 4:32 p.m.
January 12 4:39 p.m.
BY RABBI SHLOMO RISKIN the limelight instead of chas- Moses understandably con- great humility? you earned when you smote
ing after it? What if repeated cludes that being the leader of After citing several legiti- the Egyptian taskmaster.
PARSHAT SHEMOT attempts to recruit him were the Jewish people will bring
IT IS “RECEIVED wisdom” met with compelling reasons much heartache, so he lets God mate reasons for refusing the Remove the staff of leader-
that successful leaders must why he was, in fact, the wrong know that he is not on the call to serve, perhaps Moses ship from yourself and it will
possess a certain level of ego person for the job? Could such market. Presaging U.S. Gen. should have raised the white turn into the serpent, symbol
and degree of narcissism in a person lacking in ego and William Tecumseh Sherman flag of surrender, accepting the of Egyptian tyranny and hedo-
order to survive the rigors of narcissism possibly command (1820-1891), Moses feels as the wisdom of God’s choice. But nism. In this world, you either
leadership. After all, who in the confidence of those he is Civil War hero did when asked no, he continues his protest. lead or you will be led. Now,
their right mind could believe meant to lead? about any presidential ambi- The people might well accept grasp on to the tail of the ser-
he or she has the capacity or tions: “If drafted, I will not run; God, but they will not nec- pent, and you will once again
competence to run a country? This is the situation in which if nominated, I will not accept; essarily accept him as God’s be grasping the staff of leader-
And who could possibly with- we find ourselves in Parshat if elected, I will not serve.” messenger. ship. It depends on you!
stand nonstop criticism and Shemot, as Moses repeatedly
attacks from adversaries while demurs when God turns to Eventually, Moses’ insis- The Almighty gives Moses Moses’s subsequent life in
contending with ongoing back- him to lead the Jewish people tence on his own lack of fitness a sign: “What is that in your leadership teaches that lead-
biting by purported allies? out of Egypt. Moses is clearly for leadership reaches its limits, hand?” Moses answers, “A ership has nothing to do with
the best choice, from the divine resulting in an extreme divine staff.” God then instructs ego and narcissism; rather, it
Perhaps it is because the role perspective: Did he not sac- reaction: “The anger of God Moses to throw the staff on has to do with demonstrat-
is so difficult and the challeng- rifice a life as prince of Egypt was kindled against Moses.” the ground, and it miraculous- ing the quintessential traits of
es so daunting that many peo- in order to avenge the life of a ly turns into a snake. “Grab leadership, to act proactively
ple like to see in their leaders Hebrew slave? The Midrash even deduc- it,” orders God, and as Moses and decisively. He does not
the trait of exceptionalism that es that the Almighty punishes does, it miraculously becomes always succeed, to be sure. But
makes it possible to survive and Unfortunately, Moses Moses for his reluctance by a staff again. as long as he believes in him-
thrive under such harsh condi- derives the very opposite mes- removing the priesthood from self, then God will be with
tions. They want their leaders to sage from that same incident. his shoulders and transferring I would like to suggest that him. Hopefully, the people will
be strong, confident and effec- When, shortly afterward, he it to Aaron: “Aaron was initial- in addition to its dramatic pres- believe in him, as well, and
tive in pursuing their nation’s attempts to stop two Hebrews ly slated to be the Levite and ence, this sign reflects what is indeed, one of Moses’s crown-
interests, and if that necessitates from fighting, his previous you [Moses], the Kohen, but I at the heart of leadership. God ing achievements is piloting
an inflated ego, so be it. involvement is scorned by the shall now switch the honors. is telling Moses, if you want the great exodus of the Jewish
Hebrews themselves: “Who I shall elevate Aaron to priest the people to believe in you, people out of Egypt. l
But what if a nation’s leader made you a ruler and judge and demote Moses to Levite.” the first criterion is that you
was quite the opposite, fleeing over us? Will you kill me as you must believe in yourself. Know Rabbi Shlomo Riskin is the chief
killed the Egyptian?” But are the hesitations that in your hand, Moses, is the rabbi of Efrat.
of Moses not expressions of staff of leadership, a mastery
Philly Faces amount of overlap. I like to say A: “I feel incredibly fortunate. It’s an amazing, amazing experience, and I’ve
creativity is the cornerstone of When I originally joined, I really made some of my closest friends I’m likely ever
Continued from Page 4 engineering because you have to didn’t know what I was getting going to have performing in this group.
be creative in the problems that myself into. But I, like a lot of
theater and you also have an you’re solving. As an engineer, people who do Mask and Wig, the working world, but I fully up watching films of them per-
engineering background? what they consistently tell you is feel incredibly fortunate and intend on continuing things forming in The Wizard of Oz, in
that you are always being trained incredibly close to the history, to like by joining an amateur the- Grease, and I remember wanting
A: “Yeah. It’s confusing. It’s as a problem-solver. Your job the continuing of the tradition, ater group, by taking classes to be like my father and be Dan-
inherently confusing, and it’s is to take a problem and find to the camaraderie, to the great at Upright Citizens Brigade — ny Zuko. and I remember watch-
especially confusing to people a mechanical engineering solu- product that we do. … It’s an doing all of those things to ing my mom and wanting to
in the engineering and theater tion to it, and in order to find a amazing, amazing experience, really get as much as possible.” be just like my mom. I definite-
worlds. But I have a lot of fun solution to a problem that no one and I’ve made some of my closest ly think inadvertently Judaism
and I have a lot of support from has solved yet, you have to get friends I’m likely ever going to Q: Is there anything from played a huge role in doing so,
both ends to maintain both of creative. There’s tons and tons have performing in this group.” your Jewish upbringing that because if they never went to the
those passions. But people are of room for creativity in engi- influenced your two passions? JCC I don’t think I would ever
definitely intrigued [and] defi- neering, and with my theater Q: Do you plan on continuing seek it out as an option for me.” l
nitely perk their ears to hear that background, I provide a unique theater now that you’re out of A: “My parents got me into
I both have a degree in engineer- perspective from outside of the college? theater, actually. Both my mom [email protected];
ing and I’m also an actor.” engineering realm and bring it and my dad performed in theater 215-832-0737
into the engineering realm.” A: “I do. I’m going to abso- at the Pittsburgh JCC, so I grew
Q: Do you think there’s any lutely strive to keep that as
crossover between doing the- Q: What does it mean to you much a part of my life as pos-
ater and being an engineer? to be a part of the Mask and sible. I made a conscious deci-
Wig legacy? sion to focus on work for a
A: “Absolutely. I can’t stress while and get myself situated in
that enough. There’s a massive
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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.
Celebrating Israel’s
70th Birthday
It’s 2018, the year of Israel’s 70th birthday. To connection or your questions may be, Israel70
commemorate this significant milestone, the Jew- welcomes you. This is a moment for us to come
ish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is pulling together to honor and reflect, in so many ways,
out all the stops. on the wonderfully diverse country that is
Israel70 will be a year packed with outra- Israel.
geously fun and seriously thought-provoking Israel70 includes a series of events throughout
programming that will allow us to bond with the year that highlights Israel’s impact on the
the young Jewish homeland, grapple with its Philadelphia Jewish community. With 2018 now
evolution and celebrate its very existence. It will underway, please be sure to take note of three
be a year of building bridges: between our com- exciting and innovative programs: Israeli Change
munities and Israel, but also between our local Makers, My Israel Story and Hummus Smash. MY ISRAEL STORY
communities and one another. This will be a For more information on these programs taking
year of making space for listening, empathy and place in the next few months, and all our other What’s your Israel story? Were you speechless in Jerusalem?
discussion. events, visit jewishphilly.org/israel70 or contact Swept off your feet by Tel Aviv? Was your trip an adventure
No matter how you express your support Addie Lewis Klein at [email protected] or of a lifetime? Were you surprised by the people, the food, the
for Israel, no matter what the roots of your 215.832.0828. landscapes?
ISRAELI CHANGE MAKERS Join us throughout Greater Philadelphia to learn to weave
the answers to these questions — and many more — into your
Our yearlong speakers’ series will feature social innovators from Israel who will share their insights personal Israel story. At one of our multiple workshops led by
on topics at the heart of contemporary cultural conversations at evening events across the region. professional coaches from First Person Arts, Philadelphia’s
Upcoming events: premier team of storytellers, you’ll practice the art of narra-
tive, culminating in the chance to record your very own Isra-
AMAL ELSANA ALH’JOOJ el-themed tale at a professional filming session.
Jan. 17, 7:00 p.m.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel Join us at one of the following storytelling workshops, all
300 S. 18th St. offered free of charge:
Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Former candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize Amal Elsana Alh’jooj began community organizing January 14 February 18
at age 14 in a Bedouin village in the Negev. At 17, she established the first Arab Bedouin women’s 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
organization in Israel. Today, she serves as executive director of the International Community Jewish Community Services Temple Brith Achim
Action Network at McGill University and co-founder of AJEEC-NISPED, a nonprofit organization Building 481 S. Gulph Road
dedicated to social change and Arab-Jewish partnership. 2100 Arch St. King of Prussia, PA, 19406
Philadelphia, PA, 19103
MEHERETA BARUCH-RON March 4
Jan. 30, 6:30 p.m. January 21 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Stokes Auditorium, Haverford College 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Har Zion Temple
370 Lancaster Ave. Shir Ami Synagogue 1500 Hagys Ford Road
Haverford, PA, 19041 101 Richboro Road Penn Valley, PA, 19072
Mehereta Baruch-Ron is the first woman of Ethiopian heritage to serve as deputy mayor of Tel Newtown, PA, 18940
Aviv. She made aliyah in Operation Moses at age 10, earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and
human service and a Master of Arts in organizational psychology at Haifa University, and acted HUMMUS SMASH
professionally before entering public office. Now holding the portfolios of social welfare and cul-
ture on the city council, she works tirelessly to create an economically accessible Tel Aviv for all. Fun and lighthearted or a heated competition — a Hummus
Smash will be an opportunity for those in your community
DALIA FADILA to compete head-to-head, whipping up their best hummus
March 22, 7:00 p.m. recipes. Nothing brings a kehillah together like a big bowl of
Gratz College hummus.
7605 Old York Road
Elkins Park, PA, 19027 Throughout early 2018, several of our kehillot from across
Specializing in Arab society in Israel and women’s leadership, Dalia Fadila is the director of Al-Qa- the region will host individual Hummus Smashes, which will
semi College for Science and Engineering and also heads its School for Practical Engineers. In culminate in the Grand Smash, a Greater Philadelphia-wide
2008, she founded Q School, a school for English and human development where she educates the competition at 5-6-70 Israel! on May 6 at the Valley Forge
next generation of Arab citizens. Since 2017, she has served as the official adviser to the Knesset on Event Center!
matters of education for Israel’s Arab society.
The Jewish Federation will provide kits for each location,
which will include planning guides and all the tools you’ll need.
However, we’re encouraging all participants to get creative
and shock our judging panel on May 6 with some creative and
delicious new recipes!
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THURSDAY, JAN. 4 Lecha Dodi. who are experiencing mental health WE’RE tops all offers for your
or addiction challenges or crises. diamonds & jewelry.
Mommy and Me. Join Beth Am Israel for our next Youth Mental Health First Aid is A twitter
Sherrie Turetsky, director of the “Lecha Dodi, Come Sing With Me” primarily designed for adults who We can pay more because
School of Early Learning at Old at 5:30 p.m. We will be having an regularly interact with young peo- ABOUT we know the true value.
York Road Temple-Beth Am, will interactive Friday night service ple. The course introduces common JEWISH Immediate cash for one
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This year’s “One Book, One Jewish serve a a light, kid-friendly dinner 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Congregation (215) 885-7070
Community” selection is And After and adult drinks and snacks.This Rodeph Shalom. Open to members
the Fire by Lauren Belfer. Join Gold- program is free and open to the and nonmembers. Call 215-627-6747 Open Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat.
en Slipper on the Main Line and public and is geared to kids kinder- for more information. 615 N. Broad 10am - 4:30pm
Rabbi Eric Yanoff for a discussion of garten and younger (siblings of all St., Philadelphia.
the many intriguing issues surround- ages welcome). RSVP to sara.chern- Closed Sunday, Monday & Tuesday
ing this year’s book: How does histo- [email protected]. 1301 Hagys Ford Cafe Discussion.
ry interconnect, and fold over itself, Road, Penn Valley. 1JA0N Join us for a conversation about the
through the use of a Jewish (musical) Enjoy bagels and cream cheese at future of American Judaism with
manuscript? What does this say SATURDAY, JAN. 6 Gratz College and discuss “Do Jews WEDNESDAY, 7:00 PM insights from Rabbi Mike Uram,
about the timelessness of issues of Really Read the Bible?” at 10 a.m. The Executive Director of Penn Hillel
Jewish persecution and anti-Semi- Torah, Bagels, Coffee. physical object that Jews call the Bible SICHA:
tism, as well as Jewish culture, music or the Tanakh has no official use in and author of Next Generation
and love? What connections can we Begin Shabbat morning at Old York Judaism. But Jews have been making Next Generation Judaism. He will be joined by
draw through this timelessness? How Road Temple-Beth Am with an them for more than 1,000 years. Let’s Judaism-Beyond Barbara Hirsh (Director of the
does it speak to the placement of interactive, engaging discussion of take an up-close look at the Tanakh the Campus Department of Jewish Life and
Jews vis-a-vis the broader culture the weekly portion including bagels and discuss how modern Jews today
and society in each of the book’s and coffee at 9 a.m. followed by a read and relate to it. Speaker: Joseph Learning at the Jewish Federation
historical settings? 10 a.m. at Adath peer-led Shabbat service at 10:15 M. Davis, associate professor of of Greater Philadelphia), Rabbi
Israel. Call 610-359-8632 for more a.m. Casual dress is appropriate, and Jewish studies at Gratz College. Call Abe Friedman, and Rabbi Joel
information. 250 N. Highland Ave., everyone is welcome. For more infor- 215-635-7300 for questions. 7605 Old Seltzer (Executive Director,
Merion Station. mation, call 215-886-8000. 971 Old York Road, Melrose Park. Camp Ramah in the Poconos)
York Road, Abington.
FRIDAY, JAN. 5 Film Screening: The Long Way in a conversation about how
Shabbat Yoga Experience. Home. to apply his ideas beyond the
Exhibition Opening. college campus. Stay after the
For seniors who’ve had intense Join Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel Join Congregation Brothers of conversation for a light dessert
careers, retirement might imply leisure in an alternative spiritual journey into Israel for a screening of The Long reception and book signing.
time. Hal Robinson was a cardiologist the heart of Shabbat through yogic Way Home at 10 a.m. This films
and his wife, Linda, taught. For them, movement, meditation and song with depicts the plight of the Jewish Buy tickets and reserve a book here:
retirement is filled with opportunities Deborah Glassman and Rabbi Yosef refugees after World War II that
— painting full time for Hal and teach- Goldman. Participants should wear contributed to the creation of the bzbi.org/event/sicha-next-generation-judaism-beyond-the-campus/
ing at the Barnes Foundation for Linda. comfortable clothes and bring a mat state of Israel. The film’s emphasis is
Enjoy a First Friday reception and if possible; mats at the synagogue on the pitiful conditions for Jewish $10 tickets. $25 for signed book and ticket.
opening of Points of View, a solo exhi- are limited. No registration required. refugees in Europe after the war, as The book will be available for purchase at the event for $18.
bition featuring Robinson, at Old City Childcare is available beginning at anti-Semitism was still rife and pov-
Jewish Arts Center at 5 p.m. followed 9:45 a.m. 300 S. 18th St., Philadelphia. erty was common. Narrated by Mor-
by a complimentary Shabbat dinner at gan Freeman. Light refreshments
9 p.m. Exhibition on view through Jan. Mini Minyan. to follow. 530 Washington Crossing
28. 119 N. Third St., Philadelphia. Road, Newtown.
Join Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
each month and bring your children Bookish Brunch.
under 8 years of age for a Saturday
morning Shabbat service. These Join Congregation Kol Emet for a
minyans will be fun musical services Sunday brunch with Janet Benton,
with our Ohev Shalom clergy that will the author of Lilli De Jong, the story
introduce your children to and get of a young woman who finds the
them excited about Jewish Shabbat most powerful love of her life when
traditions. Grown-ups and family she gives birth at an institution for
friends are welcome, too. The Mini unwed mothers in 1883 Philadelphia.
Minyans will be held once a month She is told she must give up her
with snack time at 11 a.m. and ser- daughter to avoid lifelong poverty
vices beginning at 11:15 a.m. in the and shame. But she chooses to keep
Ohev Shalom Adath Tikvah-Monte- her. Cost for the brunch is $10 for
fiore Chapel. Call 215-322-9595 for members, and $15 for non-members.
more information. 944 Second Street Copies of the book will be available
Pike, Richboro. for signing at the event. Please RSVP
to [email protected] or by calling
SUNDAY, JAN. 7 215-493-8522. 1360 Oxford Valley
Road, Yardley.
Mental Health Training.
See Calendar, Page 24
Youth Mental Health First Aid is
designed to teach how to help youth
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Calendar MONDAY, JAN. 215-676-7550, ext. 102. 7500 West Rhonda Wittlin. Learn Alef-bet
Ave., Melrose Park. and values, reading Hebrew, 200
Continued from Page 23 Mahjong Game. vocabulary words, present tense
paylessimages/Thinkstock Lunch and Learn Noontime (20 verbs), building sentences and
Broadway Opera Cabaret. Join the members of Melrose Torah. speaking conversational Hebrew.
B’nai Israel Emanu-El Sister- $325. Call 215-735-5148 for more
Blast the cold away and let your hood every Monday at 7 p.m. Discussion of the parsha of the information. Meets at 6 p.m. at
spirits soar with a beautiful, fun, for a friendly game. Everyone week. This session will be led by BZBI through March 29. 300 S. 18th
song-filled evening at Reform is invited. Call 215-635-1505 for Rabbi Gary Charlestein at 12:30 p.m. St., Philadelphia.
Congregation Keneseth Israel. questions. 8339 Old York Road, Offices of Premier Dental Products
Hear your favorite Broadway songs, Elkins Park. Co., 1710 Romano Drive, Norristown. Conversation about Addiction.
opera arias, duets, trios and quar-
tets from Fiorello, Li’l Abner, The with your little one during this fun Lecture Event. Mahjong Game. Join Jewish Family and Children’s
King and I, Les Mis, Carousel and Mommy and Me series at 10 a.m. at Service and Hummingbird Yoga at
many more. Some songs will have Lokoff Early Learning Center. Open Join Rabbi Avi Winokur at Society Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 7 p.m. for an “Unscripted, Radically
audience participation, so start to infants, toddlers and preschool- Hill Synagogue for “Yeshayahu will host a drop-in mahjong game Honest Conversation About Addic-
warming up those vocal chords. All ers. Class series is sponsored free Liebowitz vs. Rav Kook Session — every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Bring tion.” Hear local mind and body
tickets purchased in advance will of charge by Lokoff Early Learning Orthodox Thinkers Who Are Light your card. Mahjong sets and cards enthusiast, Linda Geraghty, share
be held at the door. Tickets: $40 Center to community members. Years Apart” at 7 p.m. It is often will be for sale. Call 215-886-8000. her compelling journey as a mother
per adult, students under 23 free. Questions? Contact Allison at 215- difficult for non-Orthodox Jews to 971 Old York Road, Abington. facing her children’s addictions.
Box office opens at 6 p.m. For more 676-7550, ext. 102. 1920 Skippack understand the many varied prac- This event, moderated by author
information, call 215-947-5131. 8339 Pike, Blue Bell. tices and levels of Orthodoxy. Kook Next Generation Judaism. Hallee Adelman, is for parents
Old York Road, Elkins Park. and Liebowitz do not fall into either whose child/children struggle with
Lunch and Learn Noontime of these categories. Both giants In his recent book Next Generation addiction, and those who want
MONDAY, JAN. Torah. of Orthodoxy in Israel, they differ Judaism, Rabbi Mike Uram, executive to learn about drug and alcohol
sharply in their understanding of director of Hillel at the University of prevention techniques for youth.
Emotional Challenges in the Discussion of the parsha of the the essence of Judaism. Call 215- Pennsylvania, shares insights into the $18. To register for this event visit
Age of Retirement. week. This session will be led by 922-6590 for questions. 418 Spruce future direction of American Juda- jfcsphilly.org/addiction or RSVP
Rabbi Joel Selzer at noon at BDO St., Philadelphia. ism gained from years of work with to Valerie Ricapito at 267-256-
Join Beth Sholom Congregation USA, LLP. All are welcome. 1801 college students. What can the rest 2018. Barbara and Harvey Brodsky
for Understanding the Emotional Market St., 17th floor, Philadelphia. WEDNESDAY, JAN. of us learn from these young Jews? Enrichment Center of JFCS, 345
Challenges in the Age of Retire- Join Rabbis Abe Friedman, Deborah Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd.
ment with Dr. Stephen Goldberg. Lunch and Learn Noontime Mommy and Me Yoga. Glanzberg-Krainin and Joel Seltzer in
Three sessions to help meet these Torah. conversation with Uram about how The Zodiac and You.
challenges successfully, Mondays Calling all mommies, daddies, nan- we might apply his ideas to Jewish
at 7:30 to 9 p.m. This session will Discussion of the parsha of the week nies and grannies — come get cozy communities beyond the college When it comes to astrology, the
discuss “Personality, Role Shifts in Elkins Park. Rabbi Selma Roffman with your little one during this fun campus. Stay after the conversation Talmud teaches, “They gaze and
and Retirement.” To register, email will lead the group at noon. All Mommy and Me series at 10 a.m. for a light dessert reception and know not at what they gaze at, they
[email protected] or call are welcome. Congregation Adath at Gutman Early Learning Center. book signing. The book will be avail- ponder and know not what they
215-887-1342, ext. 109. $10 each Jeshurun Library, 7763 Old York Open to infants, toddlers and pre- able for purchase at the event for ponder.” Throughout Judaism, the
session/$25 for all three sessions. Road, Elkins Park. schoolers. Class series is sponsored $18 and retails for $19.99. 7 p.m. at zodiac is used to represent nature
8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park. free of charge by Gutman Early Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel. 300 and the mystical world of God and
Lunch and Learn. Learning Center to community mem- S. 18th St., Philadelphia. the Heavens. Join Congregation
Support Group. bers. Questions? Contact Allison at Brothers of Israel and Rabbi Aaron
Join Rabbi David Straus at Main THURSDAY, JAN. Gaber at 7:30 p.m. to explore the
The Compassionate Friends, Serv- Line Reform Temple each month texts of our tradition and decide
ing Lower Bucks County, Northeast for a thought-provoking lunchtime Beginners Hebrew. whether astrology is fiction or real
Philadelphia and Eastern Mont- discussion of selected articles from today. 530 Washington Crossing
gomery County, a nonprofit support The Jewish Daily Forward. Bring Join Gratz College and Temple Beth Road, Newtown.
group for family members grieving your own lunch; beverages will be Zion-Beth Israel for 12 weeks of
the death of a child, regardless of provided. Starts at 12:15 p.m. 410 beginner’s Hebrew with instructor
age or cause, will meet at 7 p.m. at Montgomery Ave., Wynnewood.
American Heritage Federal Credit THURSDAY, JAN.
Union. There are no costs and all Sisterhood Baby Shower.
family members are welcome. For Mommy and Me.
additional information, call 215-396- Join the Sisterhood of Congrega-
0460, ask for Sheldon or Joan. 2068 tions of Shaare Shamayim at 1 p.m. Sherrie Turetsky, director of the School of Early
Red Lion Road, Philadelphia. for our annual community mitzvah Learning at Old York Road Temple-Beth Am,
project to benefit those in need in will lead a weekly one-hour “Mommy & Me”
TUESDAY, JAN. our community. Items such as new class at 9:30 a.m. 971 Old York Road, Abington.
clothing for babies through age 5,
Cook for a Friend. new bedding, diapers, bottles, for- Rohappy/Thinkstock
mula, bathing supplies and toys. If
Grab an apron and join the Cook you cannot attend this event, bring
for a Friend group at Old York your items to the synagogue office
Road Temple-Beth Am in prepar- starting Jan. 2. Call 215-677-1600
ing meals for the needy at 10 a.m. for more information. 9768 Verree
Call 215-886-8000. 971 Old York Road, Philadelphia.
Road, Abington.
Mommy and Me Yoga.
Calling all mommies, daddies, nan-
nies and grannies — come get cozy
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ENGAGEMENTS
GRECO-STAHL MIZRACHI-GAL-ON
Joseph and Susan Mona Mizrachi of Phil-
Greco of Blue Bell adelphia and Joseph
announce the engage- Mizrachi of Haifa,
ment of their daughter, Israel, and Moshe and
Alyssa Robin Greco, to Regina Gal-on of Tam-
Drew Eric Stahl, son of pa, Fla., announce the
Marc and Lisa Stahl of engagement of their
Cherry Hill, N.J. children, Jonathan
Mizrachi to Aileen
Alyssa graduated Gal-on.
magna cum laude from
The George Washing- BIRTH
ton University with a
Bachelor of Business
Administration and has
completed her course-
work toward a Master
of Science in organiza-
tional dynamics at University of Pennsylvania. Alyssa works in executive
education at The Wharton School.
Drew graduated from University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science
in finance and earned his Master of Business Administration from Univer-
sity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Drew works in corporate finance at
Essent Group Ltd.
Alyssa is the granddaughter of Connie Greco and the late Domenick
Greco and the late Samuel and Selma Spielman. Drew is the grandson of
Shirley Wander and Judy Stahl and the late Irving Wander and the late Phil-
lip Stahl. Sharing in the couple’s happiness are siblings Ben, Jeff and Jamie
Greco, as well as Aimee Stahl and Zach Herrmann.
A September 2018 wedding is planned in Center City, where the
couple resides.
GOODMAN-KAY BENJAMIN CHARLES GITTERMAN
Terri and Joel Goodman Lori and Phil Gitterman of Penn Valley announce the birth of their second
of Upper Dublin and grandchild, Benjamin Charles Gitterman. Benjamin is the son of Abe and Einar
Margate, N.J. and Nancy Gitterman and has a big brother, Jonathan.
Green of Gladwyne and
Michael Kay of Mont- Sharing in the happiness are grandparents Michal and Zvi Barak of Rehovot,
gomeryville announce Israel, and great-grandparents Rachel and Charles Shelly of Bat Yam, Israel.
the engagement of their Joining in the celebration are aunts Tom, Rachel and Rose.
children Michelle Emily
Goodman and Andrew Benjamin is named in loving memory of great-aunt Bess Boodman.
Scott Kay.
Michelle graduated
from West Chester Uni-
versity and is completing
her master’s degree in
nonprofit management.
She works as a travel
agent. Andrew received
his undergraduate and master’s degrees from Drexel University in entrepre-
neurship and marketing. He manages government contracts at International
SOS Government Services.
Michelle is the granddaughter of Sheldon Gottlieb and the late Rena
Gottlieb and Lillian Goodman and the late Malvin Goodman. Andrew is
the grandson of Roberta and Jerry Green and Mark and Harriet Kay. Sharing
in the couple’s happiness is Michelle’s brother Scott Goodman.
Their wedding is planned for November of 2018.
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ESTATE OF DOLORES TROUT, DE- Estate of Leo James Hayes, De-
1 REAL ESTATE 8 YARD PPEENNNN VVAALLLLEEYY MARGATE BEACH HOUSE SITUATION WANTED CEASED. ceased
SERVICES “OO“OPPOEEbANbNAyHHAKKOOpUpUtHS.S.OEEOnIDnLlLylAAyLILILY”” Late of the Philadelphia Letters of Administration on the
TOWNHOUSE Across from Beach! SENIORS, NEED HELP? LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above estate having been granted
2 RENTALS 9 EDUCATION TOWER- ALL NEW Jr 1 BD, 1 3BD., 3 BA. Rooftop deck w/sky- above Estate have been granted to to the undersigned, all persons in-
ACTIVITIES BA, new kitchen, heat & line and ocean views. 2 car garg. EXPERIENCED COMPANION the undersigned, who request all debted to the estate are requested
air...REDUCED $1200 plus addl. off street prkg. Steps Personal Assistant - persons having claims or demands to make payment, and those hav-
3 BUSINESS/ 10 EMPLOYMENT/ TERRACES-SPECIAL Full size from Longport and close to Licensed driver to as- against the estate of the decedent ing claims to present same without
FINANCIAL HELP WANTED 1BD,1BA open granite kitchen everything. Will Split season or sist with errands, to make known the same and all delay, to Teress Hayes, Adminis-
HW 1 BA W/D ceiling fans, monthly available. Seasonal shopping, appts., read- persons indebted to the decedent tratrix c/o Albert G. Weiss, Esquire,
4 OUT OF AREA 11 INFORMATION sunny balcony...$1300 $26,000. Call/text 609-313-4013 ing, walking, food to make payment without delay to Binder & Weiss, P.C. 1880 JFK
VACATION 12 AUTOMOTIVE TERRACES- Top floor, sunny prep., socializing and DONNA TROUT, ADMINISTRAT- Blvd Suite 1401, Philadelphia, PA
SALES/RENTALS 2BD/ 2BA granite ,ww carpets, VENTNOR AND daily activities RIX, c/o Kelly Barse, Esq., 1701 19103
13 MERCHANDISE new appliances W/D, custom MARGATE'S BEST inside/outside of your Walnut St., 6th Fl., Philadelphia, PA or to her attorney;
5 SERVICES MARKETING closets, custom lighting...$1995 '18 SUMMER RENTALS home. Will help you 19103, Albert G. Weiss, Esquire
PROFESSIONAL/ TERRACES-All new renovated understand your bills, Or to her Attorney: Binder & Weiss, P.C.
PERSONAL designer 3 BD, 2BA, custom 609-703-4199 do paperwork.and also KELLY BARSE 1880 JFK Blvd.
open kitchen, expanded closets make telephone THE LAW OFFICES OF PETER L. Suite 1401
6 HOUSEHOLD and lighting. All new app., W/D, Perfectly Clean Cleaning Service calls.for you. Support KLENK & ASSOCIATES Philadelphia, PA 19103
SERVICES cozy balcony, corner, near elev- Proudly servicing ALL your Services - Refs Call 1701 Walnut St., 6th Fl.
ator and parking...$2900 Phyllis 215-886-4040 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Estate of MARIE FLYNN a/k/a MAR-
7 14REPAIRS/ PARTY GUIDE cleaning needs. Family owned and CNA Care for sick/elderly. 15 yrs ESTATE OF DONALD LOCKE MULL IE ELIZABETH FLYNN, Deceased
CONSTRUCTION KKKKKK operated. Honest, Experienced, exp. Great References!! own Late of Philadelphia County, Late of Philadelphia County
Dependable, References available car.Hourly or live-in 215-620-1877 Pennsylvania LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD: TERRACES- Special, renovated COMPANION/AIDE seeks Letters Testamentary on the above On the above estate have been
2 BD, 2BA mod kitchen, new ap- 215-850-8906 Pos. to care for sick/elderly Estate have been granted to the un- granted to the undersigned, who
LINE CLASSIFIED: pliances, custom lighting and [email protected] live in/out 25 yrs EXP, Great dersigned, who request all persons bequest all persons having claims
closets... CHANDELIER RESTORATION References; own car having claims or demands against or demands against the estate of
215-832-0749 TOWER-NEW LISTING 10th 215-681-5905 or 215-242- the Estate of the decedent to make the decedent to make known the
classifi[email protected] floor, deluxe 1BD/1BA plus CRYSTAL CHANDELIER known the same, and all persons same, and all persons indebted to
den;leg bedroom, large sunny SERVICE 5691 indebted to the decedents to make the decedent to make payment
DISPLAY ADVERTISING: balcony, HW floors, lots of payment without delay, to Barbara without delay, to Denise Flynn, Ex-
closets, overlooking Rewiring, refin, cleaning. Looks EXPD. CNA will provide com- K. Gotthelf, Executrix. c/o Allen S. ecutrix, or to their attorney:
215-832-0753 pool...ONLY $129,900 brand new when we're thru. passionate care for loved ones KellerKellerman, Esquire 255 S. Jon Taylor, Esquire, PC
TERRACES-NEW LISTING, First Howard Serotta 215-423-2234; 17th Street, Suite 2609, Phil- 1617 JFK Blvd.
DEADLINES: floor, courtyard view, ten. 368-4056 Call 215-920-2528 Live in or out . adelphia, PA 19103. Suite 1838
LINE CLASSIFIED: 12 p.m. Mondays 1BD/1BA HW floors open kit- Includ.. Dr. Appts. and errands. Or to her attorney; Philadelphia, PA, 19103
DISPLAY ADVERTISING: 12 p.m. Fridays chen W/D, available immedi- MIRRORS Allen S. Kellerman, Esquire
ately...$139,900 MIRRORED WALLS Excell refs. Own Car. 255 S. 17th Street, Suite 2609 Estate of Max Fickler, Deceased
facebook.com/jewishexponent BUCKS COUNTY TERRACES-NEW LISTING, sun BY JERRY GROSSMAN CALL MARY 610-203-3624 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Late of Warminster, Bucks County,
Centennial Station drenched 1 BD/1BA modern Closets Doors, Jacuzzi, Vanity, Estate of Doris B. Ingram, De- PA
Follow us on granite kitchen, new Fitness area, custom shower ESTATE NOTICES ceased LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the
55+ Condos appliances,WW carpets, tenant doors and enclosures, etc. Free ESTATE OF ADELAIDE FLINKER Late of Philadelphia, PA. above Estate have been granted to
@jewishexponent 3/3 Condo w/ Full Fin. Bsmt occupied...$139,900 Estimate. Call 215-675-9633 a/k/a ADELAIDE H. FLINKER, DE- LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION the undersigned who request all
2,784 total sq ft $229,000 TERRACES- 1 BD/1BA modern CEASED. on the above estate have been persons having claims or demands
On Site Broker Faber Realty open kitchen new wood firs., HOUSEHOLD GOODS WANTED Late of Philadelphia granted to the undersigned, who against the estate of the decedent
215-672-2626 faberrealty.com new bathroom custom lighting LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the bequest all persons having claims to make known the same, and all
REDUCED ...$139,900 DON’T SELL above Estate have been granted to or demands against the estate of persons indebted to the decedent
YOUR TERRACES- SPECIAL, Sunny 1 UNTIL YOU the undersigned, who request all the decedent to make known the to make payment without delay to:
AD BD plus den or 2nd BD, 1 BA, CONTACT US! persons having claims or demands same, and all persons indebted to Debra F. Fickler, Executrix, c/o her
modern kitchen W/D, across against the estate of the decedent the decedent to make payment attorney:
HERE from elevator...$189,000 ENTIRE ESTATES to make known the same and all without delay, to Dawn M. Tan- Amy Steerman, Esquire
TERRACES-NEW LISTING First PURCHASED persons indebted to the decedent credi, Administratrix, c/o Gary A. 1900 Spruce Street
To Place a fl.renovated Sunny corner 2 sssss to make payment without delay to Zlotnick, Esq., Zarwin Baum De- Philadelphia, PA 19103
Classified BD/2BA, W/D, open modern kit- JERRY L. FLINKER, EXECUTOR, Vito Kaplan Schaer & Toddy, PC, ESTATE OF MICHAEL J. MIGNONE,
chen, custom cabinets, Silver • Coins • Gold c/o Melvyn H. Rothbard, Esq., 23 S. 1818 Market St., 13th Fl., Phil- JR. a/k/a MICHAEL J. MIGNONE,
Ad ...$200,000 Sterling Flatware & 23rd St., Unit 3C, Philadelphia, PA adelphia, PA 19103 or to their at- DECEASED.
TOWER- 10th floor, 2 BD/ 2BA 19103, torneys, Late of Philadelphia
CALL: hardwood floors all new W/D, Pieces Or to his Attorney: Gary A. Zlotnick, Esq. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the
NICOLE MCNALLY stainless refrig, dishwasher and Costume & MELVYN H. ROTHBARD Zarwin Baum DeVito above Estate have been granted to
microwave...REDUCED Estate Jewelry 23 S. 23rd St., Unit 3C Kaplan Schaer & Toddy, PC the undersigned, who request all
215.832.0750 $209,900 Glassware • Trains • Dolls Philadelphia, PA 19103 1818 Market St., 13th Fl. persons having claims or demands
TERRACES-Sundrenched 2BD, Vintage Clothing/ ESTATE OF BERTHA L. CHIOVERO, Philadelphia, PA 19103 against the estate of the decedent
JILL RAFF 2BA open, modern kitchen with Handbag DECEASED. Estate of Enrico A. Gargano to make known the same and all
granite countertop, new appli- Entire cleanout & Late of Philadelphia Gargano, Enrico A. late of Phil- persons indebted to the decedent
215.832.0749 ances, W/D, lots of closets... removal service LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the adelphia, PA. Frances Gargano and to make payment without delay to
REDUCED $210,000 provided. above Estate have been granted to Salvatore Gargano, c/o Ned Hark, MICHAEL R. MIGNONE, EXECUT-
TERRACES- Expanded 2 BD/ 30 years experience. the undersigned, who request all Esq., Goldsmith Hark & Hornak, OR, c/o Harvey Abramson, Esq., 86
2BA with dressing room and ex- sssss persons having claims or demands PC, 7716 Castor Ave., Philadelphia, Buck Rd., Holland, PA 18966,
tra closets sunny tiled balcony, against the estate of the decedent PA, 19152, Co-Administrators. Or to his Attorney:
special corner location near el- CALL KEVIN “D” to make known the same and all Goldsmith Hark & Hornak, PC HARVEY ABRAMSON
evator... REDUCED $227,000 267-934-3002 persons indebted to the decedent 7716 Castor Ave. LAW OFFICES OF HARVEY AB-
ESTATES-SPECIAL 2BD/2BA DOWNSIZING to make payment without delay to Philadelphia, PA 19152 RAMSON, P.C.
granite kitchen, W/D, Living JAN GRASCH SCHMIDT, LISA ESTATE OF ESMERALDA M. SMITH 86 Buck Rd.
room with fireplace, parking at OR CLEANING OUT? SHAPIRO and CHRISTOPHER a/k/a ESMERALDA SMITH, DE- Holland, PA 18966
your door...REDUCED $239,900 THEODORE, EXECUTORS, c/o CEASED.
ESTATES- NEW LISTING, Top 1 man's trash/another man's Stephen H. Frishberg, Esq., 123 S. Late of Philadelphia ESTATE OF MILLICENT K. JONES,
flr., 2 BD, 2BA, expanded kit- treasure Broad St., Ste. 1835, Philadelphia, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the DECEASED.
chen w/ extra window and work PA 19109-1029, above Estate have been granted to Late of Philadelphia
station. W/D, fireplace ,granite Call Joel 215-947-2817 Or to their Attorney: the undersigned, who request all LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the
countertops.....$264,000 STEPHEN H. FRISHBERG persons having claims or demands above Estate have been granted to
ESTATES- NEW LISTING De- CASH IN YOUR CLOSET INC. SCHACHTEL GERSTLEY FRISH- against the estate of the decedent the undersigned, who request all
signer 2 bd 2 ba second flr., lrg Licensed and Bonded BERG & KOPLIN to make known the same and all persons having claims or demands
open gourmet kit. with new 123 S. Broad St., Ste. 1835 persons indebted to the decedent against the estate of the decedent
granite W/D, custom lighting, ESTATE SALES Philadelphia, PA 19109-1029 to make payment without delay to to make known the same and all
new heating/air, sun MOVE Estate of Clara Peace VIRGINIA C. SMITH, EXECUTRIX, persons indebted to the decedent
RIGHT IN! ...$269,900 CEMETERY LOTS FOR SALE Peace, Clara late of Philadelphia, c/o Megan McCrea, Esq., 7169 Ger- to make payment without delay to
ROOSEVELT MEM. PARK PA. Kathleen Scalio, c/o Paul J. mantown Ave., 2nd Fl., Philadelphia, BONNIE J. SCHORSKE, EXEC-
OTHERS AVAILABLE 1 grave, will take best offer, Perpiglia, Esq., Perpiglia & Assocs., PA 19119, UTRIX, c/o Neal G. Wiley, Esq.,
SALE/RENT call Milt 858-775-1563 1332 Jackson St., Philadelphia, PA Or to her Attorney: 1608 Walnut St., Ste. 900, Phil-
Roosevelt Memorial Park 19148, Administratrix. MEGAN MCCREA adelphia, PA 19103,
610-667-9999 2 plots in desirable sec. Paul J. Perpiglia, Esq. ROSS & McCREA LLP Or to her Attorney:
Sec B12-67. Being sold as Perpiglia & Assocs. 7169 Germantown Ave., 2nd Fl. NEAL G. WILEY
Realtor® Emeritus. a pair. Email $4,000 or 1332 Jackson St. Philadelphia, PA 19119 ALEXANDER & PELLI, LLC
5 Star winner, Best Offer to Philadelphia, 19148 ESTATE OF JEANETTE N. SIGALL 1608 Walnut St., Ste. 900
[email protected] a/k/a JEANETTE SIGALL, DE- Philadelphia, PA 19103
Philly Mag 2016, 2017 Roosevelt Memorial Park B18- CEASED.
oakhillcondominiums 191- Lots 1 & 2. Includes Prop- Late of the Township of Chelten- ESTATE OF PHYLLIS LEVIN, DE-
erty, Openings, Liners, Bronze ham, Montgomery County, PA CEASED.
.com Markers. Current cost quoted at LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the Late of Philadelphia
$8936 each. Selling both for above Estate have been granted to LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the
$7500 or BO Contact the undersigned, who request all above Estate have been granted to
[email protected] persons having claims or demands the undersigned, who request all
against the estate of the decedent persons having claims or demands
to make known the same and all against the estate of the decedent
persons indebted to the decedent to make known the same and all
to make payment without delay to persons indebted to the decedent
EDWARD R. SIGALL and ROBIN to make payment without delay to
SIGALL, EXECUTORS, c/o Mark S. Robin Levin, Executrix, 2000 Mar-
Blaskey, Esq., 3000 Two Logan ket St., 20th Fl., Philadelphia, PA
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ENGELMYER KOHN LOKOFF TECOSKY WACHS
Earl Engelmyer, 90 of Delray Beach, Florida Alan M. Kohn, a devoted husband, father, Kay Arlene Lokoff (nee Wolf) December 28, Evelyn Tecosky, a self-taught paper conser- Judith Wachs (nee Birenbaum) z’l. Decem-
formerly of Scranton, PA died Thursday, Dec grandfather and NASA engineer for 30 years, 2017; of Palm Beach Gardens, Fl and Phila., vator who volunteered at many Philadelphia ber 23, 2017, Penn Valley, PA. With deepest
28. Beloved husband of the late Rose (Ler- died peacefully on Friday, December 22nd at PA; beloved wife of Fred Lokoff; loving moth- museums, died peacefully on Dec 24, 2017 sorrow we share the recent passing of Judith
man) Engelmyer, devoted father to Deby En- sunset. He was surrounded by his loving er of Steven (Lisa) Lokoff, Robert Lokoff, surrounded by family. She was 92. A lifelong Birenbaum Wachs z’l beloved wife of David
gelmyer and Steven (Lisa) Engelmyer of Phil- family. Alan Kohn was born in Philadelphia, Jamie (Jodi) Lokoff and the late Terri Lynne Philadelphia resident, she was born June 29, Wachs. Loving mother of Philip Wachs (Ju-
adelphia, loving grandfather to Alaina and PA in the tumultuous year of 1929 on Lokoff; sister of David Wolf; cherished grand- 1925 and grew up in the Logan neighbor- liet Spitzer), Rachel Wachs, Michael Wachs
Lauren Engelmyer. He was a very special December 28th to the late Betty Giltman and mother of Jill, Amy, Jake, Sam, Taylor, Jack- hood with her two sisters and parents Harry (Lisa) and Martin Wachs (Jenifer); cherished
uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was a R. Reuben Kohn. He graduated from Penn son, Lily and the late Jessica. Relatives and and Sarah Marmorstein. Evelyn loved jazz grandmother of Michal Wachs (Daniel Gold),
WWII Veteran and an avid athlete. Graveside State University in 1951, where he ran cross friends were invited to Memorial Services, and classical music, "consumed" books of all Aleeza Wachs (Benjamin Gilman), Gabriella,
services were privately held on Thursday, country for the then national championship Tuesday, 2:00PM Joseph Levine & Sons, kinds, and was active politically in the Wo- Abe, Daniel, Adam, Danielle Rosenberg
1pm at the Dalton Jewish Cemetery in team. Alan then served in the U.S. Navy as a 4737 Street Road, Trevose, PA. Contribu- men Strike for Peace organization in the (Shelby), Erica, Eli, Jacob and Emily. Relat-
Scranton. Lieutenant and Communications Officer for tions in her memory may be made to the 1960s. As a mother, she instilled staunch in- ives and friends were invited to services
the 6th Fleet during the Korean War and Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation ( dependence in her children as well as her Sunday, 10:00AM, Har Zion Temple, 1500
GOLDSTEIN served two additional years in the Reserves. www.tllccf.org). love of reading (and crosswords). She was Hagys Ford Rd., Penn Valley, PA 19072. In-
He later went on to receive a Master of Sci- an intrepid traveler, especially by train, both terment at Montefiore Cemetery. Judy was a
Dorothy Goldstein (nee Pritsky) on Dec. 25, ence degree from Florida Institute of Techno- JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS alone and with family, seeking out art and lifelong supporter of The Perelman Jewish
2017, wife of the late William, mother of logy. In the words of Rabbi Kendall, “Alan theater. She didn't like things too fancy, and Day School and Camp Ramah in the Po-
Francine (Mark) Shaper, Bonnie (Robert) was a brilliant man with biocular vision; one NATHANSON didn't mind roughing it, participating in two conos. She was a longtime active member of
Miller, Paulette (Donald) Amole and Philip eye trained on this temporal world and one archaeological digs. Evelyn was a champion Har Zion Temple, Hadassah, Torah Fund, Li-
(Robin) Goldstein. Also survived by 7 grand- eye focused beyond the stars.” From a Dr. Donald L. Nathanson age 81, of Wyn- of Center City Philadelphia, especially the on of Judah of Jewish Federation of Greater
children and 3 great-grandchildren. Contribu- young age, he had a fascination with science newood, PA, passed away Wednesday, Rittenhouse Square area, where she took her Philadelphia and The Cystic Fibrosis Founda-
tions in her memory may be made to Old fiction and the future exploration of space. December 27, 2017. Don was a psychiatrist grandchildren to play on the goat statue. She tion. Her greatest source of pride and delight
York Rd. Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Rd., So, it was a dream come true when in 1961, in private practice in Philadelphia, and Asso- was an avid walker into her 80s, and shared was her family. In lieu of flowers, memorial
Abington, PA 19001 or a charity of the President John F. Kennedy announced his in- ciate Professor at Thomas Jefferson Uni- her passion for urban architecture with every- donations may be made to The Perelman
donor’s choice. tent to “put a man on the moon”. That was versity and Hahnemann Hospitals. He was one who would listen. In her 60s, Evelyn Jewish Day School or Camp Ramah in the
the catalyst for his decision to move to the author of several books, including began volunteering for the Library Company Poconos. Baruch Dayan HaEmet. May the
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S Brevard County, home of the Kennedy Space “Shame and Pride: Affect, Sex, and the Birth of Philadelphia, where she acquired skills in memory of Judy Wachs z’l be for a blessing
RAPHAEL-SACKS Center, in 1962 with his wife and family. Alan of the Self”, and lectured extensively. He is paper conservation. She had a fascination for to her family, the Jewish people, and to
had a highly successful and fulfilling career at survived by his wife, Roz (nee Race), daugh- old documents and photographs, and loved people everywhere.
HIRSCH NASA specializing in ground support, base ter, Julie Nathanson Holcomb (David Hol- handling and preserving them. She took
security and payload management. He wit- comb), grandson, Henry Holcomb, sister, these skills with her to the library at the JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
Lois H. (Hinlein) Hirsch December 27, 2017. nessed the exploration of the boundaries of Nina Birnbaum (Robert Birnbaum), and Rob Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin In-
Wife of the late Howard; mother of Gary earth to the far reaches of space. While there, Press. Funeral service was Sunday, Decem- stitute and the Atwater Kent museum. Evelyn WOLPE
(Gina) Hirsch, Beth (Stan) Lashner and Jay he received numerous awards for his excep- ber 31st at West Laurel Hill Funeral Home, was a life-long philanthropist, donating to
(Rachel ) Hirsch; sister of Joan (Late Werner) tional work. He was passionate about the Inc., Bala Cynwyd, PA. Contributions in Don’s cultural, educational, charitable and pro- Elaine Wolpe (nee Ring) of The Abramson
Strauss and Bruce (Claudia) Hinlein; grand- space program and its potential to preserve memory may be made to Penn Memory Cen- gressive causes. She was equally generous Center for Jewish Life on Dec. 27,2017. Wife
mother of Eric (Tyler) Lashner, Michael humanity. His children often spoke of his en- ter, pennmemorycenter.org, or 6C Hospice with her family. Evelyn was widowed in 1968 of the late Rabbi Gerald I. Wolpe. Mother of
(Amanda) Lashner, Steven Hirsch (Fiancee, cyclopedic knowledge. His love of opera, Unit at Bryn Mawr Hospital, Att: Alisha when her husband, Larry Tecosky, died sud- Dr. Stephen Wolpe (Deborah), Dr. Paul
Lindsay Williams), Lauren Hirsch, Amanda music, nature and learning were with him un- Kelsall, 130 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, denly. She is survived by her children Bill, Wolpe (Valerie), Rabbi David Wolpe and
Hirsch and Evalyn Hirsch; great-grandmoth- til the final weeks of his life. He loved Israel PA 19010. Joan, Amy, and Jeff; her daughters-in-law Rabbi Daniel Wolpe; also survived by 8
er of Benjamin and Henry Lashner. Contribu- and his faith and was a lifelong student of Trish and Amy; her sisters Lynore and Bar- grand-children. Private Graveside Services at
tions in her memory may be made to Cong. Judaism and Torah. After his retirement, act- WWW.WEST LAURELHILL.COM bara; her grandchildren Ramona, Olivia, Leo, Haym Salomon Memorial Park. Contribu-
Rodeph Shalom, 615 N. Broad St., Phila. PA ivism became his career. Alan was dedic- Isaac, Eleanor and Jacob; and her great- tions in her memory may be made to Moss
19123 or Arcadia University Alumni, 450 S. ated in his fight against injustice. When Alan SHUSTERMAN grandchildren Enzo, Akira, Penelope and Juli- Rehab Aphasia Center, Attn: Vomac Center.
Easton Rd., Glenside PA 19038 or a charity of was diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s, he en. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made
the donor’s choice. began in-depth research on ways to alleviate Betty R. Shusterman; December 27, 2017 of to The International Rescue Committee at JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
its effects in the hopes of helping all who suf- Dresher, PA; Wife of the late Loeb Shuster- help.rescue.org/donate. Funeral services are
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S fer from this illness. Alan never tired of man who pre-deceased her on December 1, private. HONOR THE MEMORY
RAPHAEL-SACKS sharing his knowledge with others. He had a 2017. Mother of Dr. Neil Shusterman OF YOUR LOVED ONE...
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Contributions in her memory may be made to grandchildren Ilana Berghash, Edin Kohn and Park. The family respectfully requests contri-
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