ADL National Director Greenblatt Gives a View of Anti-Semitism by STEPHEN E

WESTCHESTER November 2017 -- Cheshvan-Kislev 5778, Volume 23, Issue 11

JewishWESTCHESTER COUNTY’S ONLY MONTHLY JEWISHLife NEWSPAPER ADL National Director Greenblatt Gives a View of Anti-Semitism BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN ADL for the last 30 years,” were freed. They were Rosen said. able to escape the So- Anti-Defamation League Greenblatt be- viet Union. As a little (ADL) and Temple Sholom, gan by contrasting the boy, this lit something Greenwich, CT presented ADL October 19th Richard in me…” CEO and National Director Spencer Neo-Nazi dem- He pointed out Jonathan Greenblatt, (NYC) onstration at University that ADL speaks out who spoke on “A 360-Degree of Florida, Gainesville against anti-Semitism View of Anti-Semitism in 2017” with former President and BDS, advocates for on Thursday, October 19th. George W. Bush’s stir- immigrants and tracks “We are very glad to have ring speech in Colum- twitter posts, revealing Jonathan Greenblatt speak- bus Circle, NYC where a shocking amount of ing tonight…” Temple Sho- he called bigotry or anti-Semitism, men- lom President Ben Kriegler white supremacy “blas- tioning that anti-Semi- stated to an audience of over phemy against the Left to right: Temple Sholom Greenwich, CT Rabbi tism exists on both the 100. “The topic of discussion American creed.” Mitchell Hurvitz; synagogue member Willow Oberweger. Radical Left and Right. is one of utmost importance, “My story goes back Photo credit: Oleg Asaulenko Greenblatt em- to talk about the uncertainty to my grandfather Bernhard phasized educating law en- in the environment with Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO and National Director, Anti-Defamation League Grunblatt…His store was de- nections to language, he forcement officers; anti-hate groups politicizing hate, (left) and Benjamin Kreigler, President Temple Sholom Greenwich. Photo stroyed and he fled East Ger- carved a middle class life crime training is mandatory bigotry, anti-Semitism, anti- credit: Oleg Asaulenko many with a fake passport. in Bridgeport, CT. He had in the FBI. Muslim, fighting immigra- He lost almost his entire fam- me, my brother and cousins “The front line in fight- tion issues… as we can, to call people out for Dr. Dale Atkins Rosen noted ily in the Shoah. marching down Park Avenue ing hate is Facebook. I don’t “These are all hot topics this type of hate and support that she grew up in a preju- “Even though my grand- in the late ‘70’s in rallies to care how you vote. I do care today… things we need to be ADL…” diced, anti-Semitic communi- father came to this country free the Soviet Jews. about what you value,” Green- aware of to push back as hard Introducing Greenblatt, ty. “I have been involved with without any money or con- “Amazingly, the Jews blatt repeatedly stressed. Rabbi David Saperstein Featured Kristallnacht Commemoration at Speaker at Larchmont Temple Program Westchester Jewish Center In April 1939, Warner Broth- Westchester Jewish Center’s Ho- BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN field Co-Chair, Diplomat- ers studios released the first locaust Learning Center, chaired ic Outreach Committee, Hollywood film to confront the by Dan Berkowitz, will start the American Jewish Com- Saperstein, a cousin of Nazi threat in the United States. commemoration with a solemn mittee (AJC) Westchester/ Village of Mamaroneck Confessions of a Nazi Spy, told the ceremony. Then they will wel- Fairfield in conjunction with Mayor Norman Rosen- story of German agents in New come author Laura Rosenzweig, Larchmont Temple presented blum said, “I take the de- York City working to overthrow who will speak about her book former United States Ambas- bates that we have about the U.S. government. The film and commemorates November sador at Large for Internation- religious freedom in alerted Americans to the dangers 9th, 1938, the night that a delib- al Religious Freedom Rabbi America very seriously. of Nazism at home and encour- erate, coordinated and massive David Saperstein, Washington, “There is the ques- aged them to defend against it. attack on Jews throughout Ger- DC, who gave the Keynote Pre- tion whether corpora- Published almost eighty many began. While these assaults sentation on Wednesday, Octo- tions have religious years later, Hollywood’s Spies by lasted well into the next day, No- ber 18. freedom under the Con- Laura B. Rosenzweig Rabbi David Saperstein Laura B. Rosenzweig, tells the re- vember 9th has become known Before Rabbi Saperstein stitution. I am going to turn to markable story of the first Ameri- Americans played in battling as Kristallnacht or “The Night of spoke, AJC Westchester/Fair- the international scene. Today can Jewish resistance organiza- insurgent Nazism in the United Broken Glass,” and a harbinger field Regional Director Scott Richman stated that his orga- 75% of the world’s population tion to Nazism groups operating States in the decade before World for what would befall the Jewish nization meets in 115 different has restrictions of religious in Los Angeles, and the role that War II. Drawing on more than people at the hands of the Nazis. countries on a regular basis freedom, harassed for wor- Jewish Hollywood played in com- 15,000 pages of archival docu- Westchester Jewish Center and is seen as, “The State De- shiping G-d in the way that bating the rising Nazi threat. ments Laura has uncovered a is located at Palmer and Rockland partment of the Jewish People” they believe. Rosenzweig has written a story that has remained hidden Avenues in Mamaroneck. To at- Introduced by Joel Ne- “Here you have your fun- grin, AJC Westchester/Fair- continued on page 2 mesmerizing narrative illuminat- for 80 years. tend, RSVP to adminasst@wjcen- ing the unknown role that Jewish- At 7:30 pm on November 9, ter.org Visit www.westchesterjewishlife.com 2 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • Westchester Jewish Life www.westchesterjewishlife.com Rabbi David Saperstein Featured Speaker at Larchmont Temple Program World-Class Artists Will Exhibit Silver, continued from page 1 damental religious rights as long as they don’t impinge on anybody else’s. We did not get there all at Ceramics, Glass and Other Media once. There were clashes in Philadelphia between Protestants and Catholics in the 1860’s and ’70’s… A dazzling array of con- Betsy “Today with religious freedom we face serious problems. Hate crimes have escalated against temporary Judaica including Miller Lan- Muslims. African Americans are still targets of hate crimes. Fights against the LGBTQ community works of crafts, art and jewelry dis, this have escalated. Since the end of World War II, the number of anti-Semitic incidents has fallen fairly will be shown and sold at the year’s Show consistently, according to ADL polls, co-incidentally with rise of educational standards, although 23nd Bet Am Shalom Judaica chairperson, there are new forms of anti-Semitism on our college campuses.” Craft Show in White Plains. said, “We are Saperstein went on to say that the President is seeking to repeal the Johnson Amendment, orig- Among the items featured so excited to inated by then-Senator Lyndon Johnson in 1954, preventing a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization from are ultra modern menorahs, present the opposing or supporting political candidates. blown glass dreidels, tradi- most diverse Rabbi Saperstein then delineated the Colorado Civil Rights Commission’s decision on May 30, tional and contemporary Kid- group of art- 2014, determining that Masterpiece Bakeshop unlawfully discriminated against a gay couple by re- dush cups and gold and silver ists that have fusing to sell them a wedding cake. jewelry – at prices to fit any ever been Discussing corporate religious freedom, Saperstein cited the case of Hobby Lobby, a “closely budget. The only show of its invited to held” (family owned) for-profit corporation where the Supreme Court ruled that they had a right kind in the Northeast, it opens this contem- to their Christian beliefs and did not have to pay insurance coverage for contraceptives for their at Bet Am Shalom Synagogue porary crafts employees. on Saturday, December 2, 8:00 and jewelry Approximately 250 citizens from Westchester and outlying Jewish communities attended the p.m.-11:00 p.m., and continues show. It is presentation. on Sunday, December 3, 10:00 our primary a.m.–5:30 p.m. mission to The juried show features bring high hundreds of one-of-a-kind quality and works created by 50 artists, affordable Celebrate Thanksgiving including 10 who are entirely Judaica into new to the show this year. 20 of more homes the artists who are exhibiting and demon- At Your Place Or Ours! will travel to Westchester from strate the their homes in Israel; the oth- vitality of the ers are from many parts of the Jewish craft community.” $50 BONUS! Order your Thanksgiving Catered Feast for 10 by ment provided by the Moody United States. The artists rep- Funds from the show sup- Monday, November 20, 2017 & get two BUY-1-GET-1 FREE Meal Coupons Jews on Saturday evening and resented were selected from port the artists and Bet Am with a maximum value over $50 in your Ben’s Friends Rewards account. the Nadav Snir Zelniker Jazz a large pool of applicants by a Shalom Synagogue’s vibrant Trio on Sunday. 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The fifth Westches- ses’ Thanksgiving Ta- son. Tickets will be available Evan Hoffman, Congregation Alex Salzberg, Pelham Jewish ter-wide Night of Jewish ble Look Like Mine?” at the door if space allows. Anshe Sholom, New Rochelle; Center; Rabbi David Schuck, Learning and Celebration, “Complicated Family Participating rabbis Rabbi David Holtz, Temple Beth El Synagogue Center, co-sponsored by the West- Dynamics Then and include: Rabbi Adam Bal- Beth Abraham, Tarrytown; New Rochelle; Rabbi Jordan chester Jewish Council and Now”, and more. dachin, Shaarei Tikvah, Rabbi Jennifer Jaech, Tem- Soffer, Carmel Academy, the Westchester Board of “This is a true Scarsdale; Rabbi Jeffrey ple Israel of Northern West- Greenwich; Rabbi Jay Stein, Rabbis, is scheduled for Sat- community event. It Beer, Westchester Hebrew chester, Croton-on-Hudson; Greenburgh Hebrew Cen- urday, November 18, 2017 at brings together a di- High School, Mamaroneck; Rabbi Jonathan Jaffe, Temple ter, Dobbs Ferry; Rabbi Seth Beth El Synagogue Center in verse group of people Rabbi Alfredo Borodowski, Beth El Northern Westches- Sternstein, Yorktown Jewish New Rochelle. Beginning at from all over Westches- Congregation Sulam Yakov, ter, Chappaqua; Rabbi Steven Center, Yorktown Heights; 7:00pm p.m., the event allows ter. Not only do the Rab- Larchmont; Rabbi Jeffrey Kane, Congregation Sons of Rabbi Rami Strasberg, West- participants to attend two bi’s teachings represent Brown, Scarsdale, Syna- Israel, Briarcliff; Rabbi Nu- chester Torah Academy, 45-minute workshops cho- a cross section of areas gogue Temples Tremont & riel Klinger, Young Israel of New Rochelle; Rabbi Joshua sen from more than 30 top- and denominations but Emanu-el, Scarsdale; Rabbi Scarsdale, Scarsdale; Rabbi Strom, Congregation B’nai ics covering Jewish thought, so do our participants. Aaron Brusso, Bet Torah, Mt. Joshua Lookstein, West- Yisrael, Armonk; Rabbi Gor- text, philosophy, spirituality, All adult learners are Kisco; Rabbi Fredda Cohen, chester Hebrew Day School, don Tucker, Temple Israel sports, culture, life and love. Elliot Forchheimer encouraged to attend. White Plains Hospital, White Mamaroneck; Rabbi Chaim Center of White Plains. Following the workshop, Everyone, regardless of back- Plains; Rabbi Billy Dreskin, Marder, Hebrew Institute of For more information participants will socialize at and varied range of topics, ground, practice, affiliation or Woodlands Community White Plains; Rabbi Jason about the Night of Jewish a festive celebration, includ- so everyone should be able to age, is welcome”, commented Synagogue, Hartsdale; Rabbi Nevarez, Temple Shaaray Learning and Celebration, con- ing a delicious dairy dessert find something of interest,” Elliot Forchheimer, Executive Andrew Ergas, Shames JCC Tefila of Westchester, Bed- tact Donna Bartell, donna@wj- and musical entertainment said Steven L. Young, West- Director of the Westchester on the Hudson, Tarrytown; ford Corners; Rabbi Beth council.org or at (914) 328-7001. by Binghamton University’s chester Jewish Council Event Jewish Council. Rabbi Howard Goldsmith, Nichols, Temple Israel of Information about the event is Jewish a cappella group, Co-Chair. Workshops include Tickets are available Congregation Emanu-el, Rye; New Rochelle; Rabbi Harry also available on the Westches- Kaskeset. . Attendance is ex- “Israel Travel for Young Fam- online at www.wjcouncil.org Rabbi Jennifer Goldsmith, Pell, Schechter Westches- ter Jewish Council website at pected to be over 500. ilies”, “Can You Say Kiddush for $20/person through No- Jewish Education Project, ter, Hartsdale; Rabbi Daniel www.wjcouncil.org. Sign lan- “The rabbis have put over Beer Instead of Wine?”, vember 10th, after which the White Plains; Rabbi Shai Rosenfelt, Fleetwood Syna- guage interpretation is avail- together a truly wonderful “Eating Ethically”, “Did Mo- price will increase to $25/per- Held, Mechon Hadar; Rabbi gogue, Mt. Vernon; Rabbi able upon request. 4 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 www.westchesterjewishlife.com JCCs to Forge New Jewish Partnerships Study Reveals How Faculty who Boycott Israel Increase Likelihood of Anti-Semitism in Tarrytown A new study released by that target Jew- Scores of Jewish Com- gate and isolate, the Jewish AMCHA Initiative, reveals how ish students for munity Centers from around Community Centers are the academic boycotts of Israel harm, including the world, including nine big tent under which a wide pose a serious threat to Jew- assault, harass- from throughout the New range of people congregate,” ish students and significantly ment, destruc- York area in partnership he said. increase the likelihood of anti- tion of property, with UJA Federation of New “JCCs, often at the Semitism on campus. and suppression York, will go speed dating to heart of the Jewish commu- Much has been written of speech.” create new global partner- nity, provide services and in recent years detailing how The re- ships and build an unprec- programs that build and academic boycotts, and par- searchers explain edented network of Jewish strengthen Jewish commu- ticularly an academic boycott that they “are not Peoplehood, during the up- nal life and provide Jewish of Israel, are an assault on suggesting that coming JCC Global World educational experiences to academic free expression and anti-Israel events Conference in Tarrytown, and for Jews and non-Jews intellectual inquiry critical to have directly resulted in inci- or BDS speakers November 5-9. of all ages and orientations.” academia. Even more alarm- dents of anti-Jewish hostility, should be prohibited. Aca- Hosted by the Harold Funding for the Global ing is AMCHA’s recent research it is not obvious how the mere demic freedom makes them and Elaine Shames JCC of Fellowship Programs comes that found a strong link be- presence of faculty boycotters permissible. Indeed, we be- Dr. Mark Ramer Tarrytown, the conference from JCC Global and from tween the presence of faculty is associated with an increase lieve discourse, debate and will convene 110 Fellows relationships between the a grant allocated by UJA- members expressing support in campus anti-Semitism. This dissent on the Middle East, from 52 JCCs in 15 countries, JCCs to strengthen their re- Federation of New York. The for an academic boycott of Is- new research strongly suggests the Israeli-Palestinian conflict who will undergo an in- spective Jewish Community American Jewish Joint Dis- rael and the worst form of anti- that that at least some faculty and other issues certainly be- depth process to meet global Centers. Ultimately, Amitim tribution Committee (JDC) Semitism, acts of anti-Jewish who have signed petitions or long on the college campus.” partners and programs. As 2.0 aims to allow Jews in dif- and participating JCCs are hostility. Such acts include as- statements in support of an However, they “are concerned part of this process, they ferent countries to connect, also supporting the pro- sault, harassment, destruction academic boycott of Israel about the increasing trend for will participate in speed dat- break down stereotypes and gram. of property and suppression bring their anti-Israel senti- some academic disciplines or ing – intense networking, in build bridges of understand- Building on the unique of speech. The research indi- ments and support for BDS to sub-disciplines -- and conse- order to create global part- ing and support. character of each JCC, JCC cated that schools with one or campus through their depart- quently some entire college nerships. According to JCC Glob- Global creates meaningful more faculty boycotters were ment’s sponsorship of pro- and university departments or In addition to the speed al President Mark Ramer, and inspiring relationships between four and seven times BDS events and those events programs -- to become politi- dating, participants will JCCs are the center of Jew- among Jews and Jewish more likely to have acts of increase the likelihood of re- cally corrupted, controlled by, also develop their own Jew- ish peoplehood and the ideal communities worldwide, anti-Jewish hostility, and the sulting anti-Jewish hostility on and dedicated to anti-Zionist ish identity and learn more venue to teach that concept. combining their resources more faculty boycotters on a campus.” and anti-Israel beliefs. That about the Jewish world, “In today’s world, where fear and enriching their mem- campus, the greater the likeli- “The incredibly strong trend has a corrosive impact while building long-term and mistrust often segre- bers. hood of such anti-Semitic acts. association of students’ anti- on students and faculty and The association was replicated Zionist expression and acts of on the character of the educa- in three separate studies con- anti-Jewish hostility indicates tion a campus can provide.” ducted over two different cal- a possible and dangerous chain They hope these findings “will endar years. reaction: BDS-supporting raise awareness about the The study released by speaker-events incite anti- harms that may result from AMCHA Initiative investigates Zionist expression among stu- the on-campus promotion or why this is happening. It exam- dents, which in turn increases possible implementation of ined the three disciplines that the likelihood of anti-Jewish in- an academic boycott by indi- were responsible for sponsor- cidents,” note the researchers. vidual faculty members and ing close to 90% of anti-Israel AMCHA’s researchers academic units, and that it events – Ethnic, Gender and point out that the study’s find- will, in the very least, spark a Middle East Studies. Data re- ings demonstrate that “pro- conversation in academic sen- veals that the greater the num- moting an academic boycott ates and administrative offices ber of faculty boycotters in a of Israel is unlike any other about those harms and how to department, the greater the social justice cause that a fac- address them.” number of outside BDS pro- ulty member may choose to AMCHA monitors more ponents brought to campus by pursue. This is because by its than 400 college campuses that department and the great- very nature an academic boy- across the U.S. for anti-Se- er the instances of students’ cott, if carried out, harms not mitic activity. Campus anti- anti-Zionist expression and in- only its intended target – in Semitism increased 40% and cidents of anti-Jewish hostility. this case the academic institu- genocidal expression doubled “Although the statistical tions and scholars of Israel – it in 2016, according to AMCHA’s association in previous studies also directly and substantially most recent annual study. The between faculty boycotters and harms students and faculty on organization has recorded 466 aggressive acts toward Jewish U.S. campuses, violating their known anti-Semitic incidents students is quite strong, it is academic freedom. However, so far in 2017. not immediately evident why this study indicates that even AMCHA Initiative is a this is so,” wrote the research- advocating for a boycott of Is- non-partisan, non-profit orga- ers. “For unlike members of rael as part of a department’s nization dedicated to combat- anti-Zionist student groups sponsorship of BDS-supporting anti-Semitism at colleges such as Students for Justice ing speaker-events is signifi- and universities in the United in Palestine, whose activities cantly associated with acts States.

Call 914-738-7869 to reserve your ad space in the next issue! www.shorelinepub.com Westchester Jewish Life • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • 5 Marlee Matlin Brings Message of Inclusion and Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center Advocacy to Westchester Offers Professional Development Workshop On November 2, from 3PM to 7 PM, The Holocaust and Hu- man Rights Education Center will host a Professional Develop- ment Workshop at Iona College which will explore commonly held beliefs and biases that influence an educator’s ability to be respon- sive to all students. Participants will engage in personal reflection, learn strategies for facilitating difficult conversations, plan student-centered instruction and investigate ways to include teaching about implicit bias, race, racism, police violence and crimes against humanity in your academic instruction. Participants will receive “use tomorrow” classroom resources and publications from Teaching Tolerance, a project of the Southern Poverty Law Center. They will also receive 4 CTLE credit hours. There is no charge for the workshop. This training is suitable for kindergarten through college educators including teachers, administrators and counselors. Westchester District Attorney, Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr., will open the program followed by Susan Brownbill-Vega , Assistant District Attorney, Director of Community Affairs, Bias Crimes Unit Chief. The workshop will be led by Sara Wicht, Independent Educational Consultant. Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr. (From left) Seth and Linda Plattus of Scarsdale, Marlee Matlin, Beth Scharf- Sara Wicht has over two decades of experience as a class- man and Uri Shabto of Scarsdale, Rikki and Barry Kaplan of Scarsdale room teacher, teacher mentor, professional developer, curriculum designer, and educational writer. She has worked in public schools in Minnesota and Texas and at the American School of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. As the Nearly 100 of Westches- ning a Golden Globe for Best care products, cleaning products, Senior Manager of Teaching and Learning with Teaching Tolerance, Wicht led curriculum development of ter’s most philanthropic donors Actress in a Drama and earn- batteries, work boots and gloves, and Teaching Tolerance’s award-winning K-12 curriculum, Perspectives for a Diverse America, and teacher train- came together to kick off UJA- ing two Emmy nominations hundreds of bottles of water. ings online and across the country. Wicht holds an MA Ed in Language and Literacy and a BA in English from Federation of New York’s 2018 for her work. Matlin has joined “I’m so happy to be here with Hamline University, St. Paul, MN, and is certified in secondary English/Language Arts. Annual Campaign and celebrate Quantico as a series regular for people who truly understand that Since 2012, Wicht has facilitated professional development on anti-bias education at national confer- the organization’s vital work on its upcoming third season. it’s only through our support that ence events. Some of these conferences events include the National Council for Teachers of English, National Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Guests heard from Scars- such missions like that one, and Council for Social Studies, Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color, and National Association of Multicul- Guests heard from actress dale resident Alexis Kashar, others that followed, are possible,” tural Educators. Most recently, she provided in-person professional development for Global Islam and Arts Marlee Matlin at the event, which president of the Jewish Deaf said Cindy Golub of Mamaroneck, Teacher Fellows through the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and for Chicago-area educators at the took place at a private home in Resource Center, which builds UJA’s Westchester Regional Chair, IL Holocaust Museum and Education Center on “Confronting Bias and Facilitating Difficult Conversations”. Scarsdale. Matlin has dedicated bridges between Jews who are to the guests. “It is my pleasure, on This workshop will be held at Iona College, 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, in Spellman Hall, Thomas J. herself to raising awareness for dåœeaf and hard of hearing behalf of UJA, to say thank you. We Burke Lounge. For more information and RSVP to Julia Scallero (914)696-0738 or [email protected] many humanitarian causes, in- and the individuals and orga- are deeply grateful.” cluding diversity and LGBTQ nization that serve the North Funds raised at the event go rights, and has served as a cham- American Jewish community, to UJA-Federation, which sustains pion for the deaf, children, and as well as from UJA leader Pam the activities of a network that those struggling against domes- Wexler, also a Scarsdale resi- includes hundreds of nonprofits, tic abuse and addiction. dent, who was one of the origi- including more than 80 core part- At 21, Matlin became the nal JDRC board members. ners, a dozen of which are located youngest recipient of the Best Other speakers included in Westchester. These commu- Actress Oscar — and only one of Kenny and Joey Lane of Scars- nity-based organizations provide four actresses to receive the hon- dale, who recently had taken part services that combat poverty, help or for her film debut — for her in a UJA relief mission to Puerto the elderly age with dignity, pro- role in Children of a Lesser God. Rico that brought aid to the area mote Jewish identity and renewal, Despite losing her hearing at 18 devastated by Hurricane Irma, strengthen children and families, months, she has enjoyed a suc- including medical supplies, in- and open doors to those with dis- cessful acting career, also win- fant formula, diesel fuel, personal abilities and special needs. Act of Vandalism Discovered at Bet Torah Synagogue Over the weekend of October 14-15, staff discovered two swastikas on an exterior wall of Bet Torah synagogue, 60 Smith Avenue, Mount Kisco. The wall where the discovery was made houses the synagogue’s nursery school and is adjacent to the playground on the premises. New York State Senator Terrence Murphy, who represents the Mount Kisco community, took great exception to the hateful acts perpetrated against the Bet Torah synagogue and its congregation: “The recent defacing of the Bet Torah synagogue in Mount Kisco is a contemptable and cow- ardly act. To vandalize a playground with swastikas where innocent children play is particularly cruel and heartless. “We live in contentious times, and an act of this nature only further serves to fan the flames of hatred. We must have zero tolerance for hatred and NY State Senator Terrence Murphy bigotry and elevate, rather than denigrate one another. I hope the perpetrators are caught and held accountable for their heinous actions.” 6 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • Westchester Jewish Life www.westchesterjewishlife.com Calendar of Events

Beth El Synagogue Center, North Avenue, New Rochelle will host an Israeli Art Festival and Sale featuring works from the Safrai Art Gallery in Jerusalem featuring many late and great Israeli artists. Schedule is as follows: November 8 from On November 30, Jewish National Bet Am Shalom Synagogue, 295 On November 2, a special event Westchester Community College, 75 On November 18 at 7pm, the 7:30 to 9pm – Patron & Sponsor Fund will host its 5th Annual West- Soundview Avenue, White Plains featuring keynote speaker, Dr. Steven Grasslands Road, Valhalla presents Westchester Board of Rabbis and VIP Preview; November 9 from 6:15 chester Water & Wine Event with will hold the 23rd Annual Judaica Bayme, AJC Director of Contem- the annual President’s Forum event the Westchester Jewish Council will to 10pm – First Public Viewing: Alon Ben-Gurion featuring personal Craft Show featuring 50 Judaica porary Jewish Life and the Dorothy entitled, “United or Divided: One sponsor a Night of Jewish Learning Music, Food & First Choice on Art; stories of his grandfather’s legacy craftspeople – 19 from Israel on and Julius Koppelman Institute for Year Later,” from 2:30 to 5:30pm and Celebration at Beth El Syna- November 10 from 9am to 3pm – at Westchester Reform Temple, 255 December 2 from 8 to 11pm and American Jewish – Israeli Relations, beginning with a panel discussion gogue Center, 1324 North Avenue, Additional Sale Hours; November Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale with a December 3 from 10am to 5:30pm. honoring the 100th Anniver- moderated by Lester M. Crystal. New Rochelle. RSVP to 328-7001. 11 from 7:30 to 11pm – Beth El’s signature Dessert & Wine reception Preview the artists at betamshalom. sary of the Balfour Declaration at Panelists include: Ari Fleisher, Speakeasy: Art, Drinks & Live Jazz; and a complimentary VIP dinner org/judaicacraftshow and call 946- Temple Beth-El, 350 Roxbury Road, Ruth Marcus and David Sanger. A and November 12 from 9am to 1pm beginning at 6:15pm. RSVP by No- 8851 for additional information. Stamford, CT at 7:30pm. RSVP to reception will follow. RSVP online at – Final Sale. For more information, vember 22 at jnf.org/waterandwine 948-5585. mysunywcc.org/events. For further visit bethelnr.org/safrai or call 212-879-9300, ext. 510. information, call 606-6558.

UPCOMING EVENTS com or email rabbimollykarp@ Mount Kisco. RSVP by calling hold their New York Gala Din- From 7:30 to 9pm, the Holo- roneck Road, Scarsdale. For AJC Westchester/Fairfield will gmail.com. 948-5585 or email westches- ner honoring Kevin Roche caust & Human Right Educa- more information, contact Su- hold the following: November [email protected] and Shoshana Bederman at tion Center and Iona College san Ackerman at 385-2124 or 16 from 7:30 to 10am – Annual Derfner Judaica Museum + The Roosevelt Hotel, 45 E present their Annual Kristall- email: ackermans@ujafedny. Thanksgiving Diversity Break- The Art Collection at Hebrew 2 45th Street, NYC with come- nacht Commemoration: No- org fast at Manhattanville College Home at Riverdale, 5901 Pali- At 8pm, Chabad of Pelham will dian Joel Chasnoff beginning vember 1938 – Perspectives honoring Rev. Doris Dalton, sade Avenue, Riverdale an- offer a Mindfulness Medita- at 6pm with cocktails and from the Vatican Archives From 7:30 to 9pm, JCC of Mid- William Darger, and Rev. Kym- nounces its latest exhibition, tion Lecture by internation- 7pm, program and dinner. with distinguished lecturer, Westchester, 999 Wilmot berly McNair (RSVP to 328- “Brenda Zlamany: 100/100,” on ally acclaimed Rabbi Dr. Laibl RSVP to 646-485-7999 or visit Suzanne Brown-Fleming tak- Road, Scarsdale will hold a 7001); November 20 – Com- view through January 7, 2018 Wolf, LL.BM.Ed.Psych. D. Div., BnaiZion.org ing place at Iona College, 715 Book Talk – Jews in Comedy: munity program with AJC CEO Call 718-581-1596 for details. Dean, Spiritgrow – Josef Kryss North Avenue, Spellman Hall, An Evening of Laughter & Con- David Harris at Temple Shaa- Center, Australia. RSVP to rab- 11 Thomas J. Burke Lounge, New versation with Jeremy Dauber ray Tefila; and November 29 Every Monday from 9:30- [email protected] or From 8 to 9:15pm, JCC of Mid- Rochelle. RSVP by calling 696- and Susan Silver, moderated at 6pm – 2017 Judge Learned 10:45am, WJCS offers Jew- call 295-2699. Westchester, 999 Wilmot 0738 or email jscallero@hhrec- by Paul Warhit. Call 472-3300 Hand Award Dinner honor- ish Mindfulness Meditation Road, Scarsdale will hold a ny.org to find our more and visit jc- ing William P. Harrington and at Temple Israel Center, 280 5 special event, a Recital with cmw.org/AT Stanley A. Twardy. For com- Old Mamaroneck Road, White At 5pm, doors open at York- Yossi Arnheim. RSVP to jccmy. 14 plete details, visit ajc.org Plains. Call 761.0600 to learn town Jewish Center, 2966 org At 6pm, Stand With Us will 16 more. Crompond Road, Yorktown hold their Leaders of Tomor- AJC Westchester/Fairfield has The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Heights for Bingo Night. Call At 8pm, the Music Hall The- row Gala in New York City. For announced that from 7:30 to Avenue, New York City, pres- Every Thursday from 9:30- 245-2324 for details. ater, 13 Main Street, Tarrytown more information, email han- 10am, the Thanksgiving Diver- ents “Modigliani Unmasked,” 10:45am, WJCS offers Jewish will present Jackie Mason. Call [email protected] sity Breakfast honoring Rev. on view through February 4, Mindfulness Meditation at 7 877-840-0457 for tickets. Doris Dalton; William Darger; 2018 featuring drawings by Chapel in the Woods, Congre- At 8pm, AIPAC and West- Yorktown Jewish Center, 2966 and Rev. Kymberly McNair Amedeo Modigliani. For ad- gation Kol Ami, 252 Soundview chester Reform Temple will 12 Crompond Road, Yorktown will take place at Manhattan- ditional information, call (212) Avenue, White Plains. Call host a discussion featuring At 6:15pm, ZOA will host Heights will host a Ladies Class ville College, Purchase. For 423-3200 or visit thejewishmu- 761.0600 to register. Ambassaor Dan Shapiro (July their Justice Brandeis Annual on Midrash at 7:30pm. Call additional information, email: seum.org 2011-2016) and Rabbi Jonathan Award Dinner at the Grand Hy- 245-2324 for details. [email protected] On Thursday nights from 7:30- Blake at Westchester Reform att Hotel, 109 East 42nd Street, Westchester Jewish Center, 9:30pm, join the Sisterhood Temple, 255 Mamaroneck NYC. For more information, The Scarsdale Library is the 19 Rockland and Palmer Avenues, of Temple Israel Center of Road, Scarsdale co-sponsored visit zoa.org location for The 2017 Jewish American Israel Cultural Mamaroneck and The Koslowe White Plains, 280 Old Mama- by Beth El Synagogue Center. Film Festival presented by Foundation’s (AICF) 78th Cel- Gallery, will host a fall exhibi- roneck Road, for Mah Jongg. Contact westchester@aipac. 13 Hadassah Westchester at 7pm ebration of the Arts of Israel tion, Across Divides: Borders Players need not be Sister- org with questions. At 6:15pm, join Cerebral Palsy screening, “Gett: the Trial of will feature dance and music and Boundaries in Contempo- hood or Temple Israel Center of Westchester for A Taste of Viviane Amsalem”. For more starting at 2:30pm with a VIP rary Art. The exhibit is on view members. For questions, call 8 Westchester at the Renais- information, call (914) 937-3151, Program at Jazz at Lincoln until December. For details, 472.3626. At 7pm, Hadassah Westches- sance Westchester Hotel in email: westchesterregion@ha- Center’s Rose Theatre, Time email [email protected] ter’s Business and Professional West Harrison. The Chef from dassah.org and visit Hadassah. Warner Center, 60th Street NOVEMBER Club presents, “Everything Hive Living Room + Bar will org/Westchester and Broadway, NYC. Visit aicf. Beth El Synagogue Center, 1324 1 You Wanted to Know About be hosting a cooking demo, org to RSVP. North Avenue, New Rochelle is At 7:30pm, The Holocaust Social Media But Were Afraid Williams Sonoma will host a 15 the location for a new course & Human Rights Education to Ask,” at the Ritz Carlton cutlery demo and Aries Wine From 9:30am to 2:30pm, UJA- 29 entitled, “It’s all Greek to Me,” Center and AJC Westches- Residences Tower 2, 8th Floor, & Spirits will host a wine and Federation of New York pres- At 6pm, AJC Westchester/Fair- taught by Rabbi Molly Karp ter/Fairfield will present a White Plains. Contact 937-3151 food pairing at their table. To ents, “A Day of Learning and field will host the 2017 Judge on Wednesday mornings from Distinguished Lecture by Dr. or email [email protected] purchase tickets, visit tick- Inspiration,” with lunch and Learned Hand Award Dinner at 10am to 12:15pm November Mehnaz Afridi speaking on for more information. etriver.com/event/24418. For learn speaker Deborah Gray- the Ritz Carlton, White Plains. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6, 13 Finding Common Ground: further information call 937- son Riegel at Westchester To attend, call 948-5585. and 20, and January 3. To learn Muslim-Jewish Relations at 9 3800, ext. 411. Reform Temple, 255 Mama- more, visit rabbimollykarp. Bet Torah, 60 Smith Avenue, Bnai Zion Foundation will www.shorelinepub.com Westchester Jewish Life • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • 7 Mazel Tov OU Announces the Creation of the Department of Dr. Ruth Talks Sex with Scarsdale Women Women’s Initiatives UJA-Federation of New York’s Scarsdale Women spent the morning with psychosexual The Orthodox Union, the gagement and infuse lives therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, a trailblazer nation’s oldest and largest um- with renewed energy and who made frank talk about sexuality accept- brella organization for the Or- meaning,” she added. able. The event took place on Tuesday, Octo- thodox Jewish community, has “The OU is commit- ber 10, 2017 at Westchester Reform Temple in announced the creation of the ted to putting its full array Scarsdale. Department of Women’s Ini- of resources into this bold Dr. Westheimer pioneered open and tiatives to coordinate all of the new department,” said OU honest dialogue about sexual matters on the OU’s programming for women. President Moishe Bane, radio with her program, Sexually Speaking. Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmid- “and dedicating all means Launching in 1980, the show featured Dr. man will lead the new depart- necessary to ensure that Ruth, as she became known, answering call- ment, which will be committed every woman in our com- in questions from listeners. It became part of to advancing the spiritual, reli- munity is not only con- a communications network to distribute her gious and communal involve- nected, but feels encour- expertise that has included television, books, ment of women at all stages of aged to grow and reach newspapers, games, home video, computer life and within all segments of new spiritual heights.” Dr. Adina Shmidman software, and online media. the Orthodox community. “We want to create a de- “Dr. Ruth’s efforts to normalize straight Dr. Ruth Westheimer (center) with event chairs (from left) “We want to create pro- betzin of the Lower Merion partment that meets the chal- talk led to greater acceptance, and UJA em- Elizabeth Brucker, Leslie Perelman, Rochelle Waldman, and grams that will inspire women Synagogue of Bala Cynwyd, PA. lenges religious women face braces that value deeply, both in words and in Liza Levy, all of Scarsdale of all ages and stages to find She is the founding chair of and will continue to face in the action,” said Rochelle Waldman, who chaired their personal leadership voice the Rebbetzin Elaine Wolf a”h 21st century. Whether spiri- the event with Elizabeth Brucker, Liza Levy, and Leslie Perelman, all of Scarsdale. - to lead others and lead them- Rebbetzin to Rebbetzin Men- tual, professional or health- “Not only do we work tirelessly to find a place for everyone within our community, but we sup- selves toward greater religious toring Program at Yeshiva Uni- related challenges, we wanted port programs that provide a safe space for conversations that once were taboo,” Waldman contin- growth,” said Dr. Shmidman, versity’s Center for the Jew- to ensure that Orthodox ued. “That’s why we fund programs that support digital platforms where teens can talk about men- a dynamic community leader ish Future. She will begin as women have all the resources tal health challenges and find services, opportunities to create community around those struggling and teacher for more than Director of the Department of they need,” said Etta Brand- with infertility, support for LGBTQ youth and adults, and so much more. By allowing for open dia- two decades in New York, Ala- Women’s Initiatives on Novem- man Klaristenfeld, member of logue, we, too, advance acceptance and create a caring community, one where everyone has a voice.” bama and Pennsylvania. Dr. ber 1, 2017. “By strengthening the OU executive committee Funds raised at the event go to UJA-Federation, which supports a network of more than 80 core Shmidman, whose doctorate our commitment to women, and an attorney at Stroock & partners and hundreds of other nonprofit organizations, large and small. These nonprofits provide is in Educational Psychology, we hope to advance spiritual, Stroock & Lavan. “We envi- food for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, independence for the elderly, jobs for the unemployed, currently serves as the reb- religious and communal en- continued on page 12 as well as stimulating education programs for people in New York, in Israel, and in nearly 70 countries. 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$8 entry per person; $1 off with this ad. Major credit cards accepted for purchases. 8 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • Westchester Jewish Life www.westchesterjewishlife.com Mazel Tov UJA-Federation of New York’s Northern Westchester Dr. Farber Will Join The New Jewish Home as C.E.O. The New Jewish Home (Jewish Home) has announced that Jeffrey Women Learn about Teen Mental Health I. Farber, MD, MBA, will become the next President and Chief Executive UJA-Federation of New ment available to Officer of the wide-ranging not-for-profit geriatric health and rehabilita- York’s Northern Westches- help those who tion system. A specialist in geriatric medicine with extensive management ter Women spent a powerful struggle with experience, Dr. Farber will assume his new position on December 18, 2017. morning with Randi Silver- these issues. Dr. Farber comes to Jewish Home from the Mount Sinai Health man, writer and producer of Among the areas System, where he is Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for the film No Letting Go. After that UJA-Feder- Population Health, leading the quality, utilization, clinical integration, a screening of her film, which ation supports, physician engagement, care management, and practice transformation ef- draws on her personal experi- mental health forts to drive performance in the System’s broad portfolio of value-based ence having a son with bipolar ranks high. Of the contracts. Dr. Farber is also Chief Executive Officer of Mount Sinai Care, disorder, she fielded questions 80 core partners LLC, the system’s Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Or- Jeffrey I. Farber, MD, MBA from women in the audience, and hundreds of ganization, which has more than 42,000 aligned Medicare beneficiaries. providing inspiration with other nonprofits Dr. Farber will succeed Audrey Weiner, DSW, who will remain Presi- her courage and openness. we fund, many dent of Jewish Home’s Fund for the Aged Foundation focusing exclusively on Jewish Home’s Manhattan The event took place on Tues- address mental Master Plan, including the construction of The Living Center of Manhattan. The Living Center will be day, September 26, 2017 at the health challenges New York City’s first nursing residence designed and operated according to the groundbreaking Green Chappaqua Performing Arts (From left) Event Chair Tracy Stein of Chappaqua with and well-being,” House® philosophy of long-term care. Center. Randi Silverman explained event “I am humbled by the opportunity to lead this venerable healthcare institution, with its solid track Given that 1 in 5 children chair Tracy Stein record of providing outstanding and innovative health- and social-care services to older adults, and ex- suffers from a diagnosable its impact on families, the film of Chappaqua. cited about The New Jewish Home’s bright future in our rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, ” said Dr. mental health condition, Sil- takes viewers on a challenging “Right here in Westches- Farber: verman was determined to ride from which they emerge ter, many of our core partners Michel Luskin, Chairman of Jewish Home, said: “In Jeff Farber we have found a worthy successor to give voice to the millions of with hope and inspiration — the Jewish Child Care As- Audrey Weiner, who has led Jewish Home brilliantly for more than 25 years. A proven leader who is pas- families who suffer alone and about never giving up or let- sociation, the Jewish Board sionate about eldercare, Jeff will build on our strengths and prepare us to embrace the challenges ahead in silence. Made to inspire ting go. of Family and Children’s Ser- while honoring our core mission and values.” community dialogue about “The more we know, the vices, and Westchester Jewish childhood mental illness and better, because there is treat- continued on page 10 www.shorelinepub.com Westchester Jewish Life • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • 9 Volunteers Refresh Residential Treatment Facility Cross Israel Cycling Tour Shows Solidarity On Sunday, October 22, UJA-Federation of New York in Westchester and J-Teen Leadership volunteers came together at JCCA’s Edenwald with Israeli Soldiers Center for a fall “refreshment” volunteer experi- Supporters of Friends of incredible op- ence. Families, teens, and Edenwald residents the Israel Defense Forces {FIDF} portunity to painted murals and decorated tiles to beautify this took part in an intense six-day bring FIDF residential treatment facility for children with bicycle ride through Israel in supporters emotional and cognitive disabilities in Pleasant- October. Joining the American together with ville run by UJA’s partner agency, JCCA. FIDF supporters for this cross- Israeli sol- Participants, who came from all over the county ride, which began in diers,” said county and spanned all ages, also packaged donat- southern Israel on October 20, FIDF Midwest ed toiletries as a special treat for the young people was a group of wounded Israeli Executive Di- living on the JCCA campus, many of whom are in combat veterans who have ben- rector Tamir foster care. efited from FIDF rehabilitative Oppenheim. Event chairs were Ben Brucker of Scarsdale, programs and prosthetic de- “Biking across Mark Glick of Westbury, riding through the Negev Desert on Kate Eichel of Scarsdale, Ben Friedland of Scars- vices, and professional Israeli Israel together Oct. 22 during the FIDF Cycling Tour of Israel (Photo credit: dsale, Elissa Strauss of Irvington, Anya Wiebke cyclist Roy Goldstein. with wounded Gilad Kavalerchik). of New Rochelle, and Mauri Zemachson of Scars- The 34 cyclists from across veterans will dale, as well as our teen chairs from J-Teen Leader- (From left) Coco Zemachson, Juliana Stein, Billie Eichel, and the U.S., including some New help partici- the group visited national land- ship, Alix Weiss of Armonk and Jessica Baden of Summer Eichel, all of Scarsdale, decorate tiles. Yorkers, covered more than 350 pants to really understand the marks, ancient historic sites, Stamford, Connecticut. Amy Gutenplan of Mount Kisco serves as UJA’s Westchester Community and Volun- miles and a total vertical climb impact FIDF has on the lives of and Israeli military bases. The teer Services Chair. of over 22,000 feet. The ride al- the brave men and women who participants met active-duty Since 1822, JCCA’s mission has been to provide the highest quality child welfare and mental health ser- lowed the participants, all of benefit from FIDF programs.” soldiers serving on these bases, vices to New York’s neediest and most vulnerable children. They are guided by the Jewish mandate of tikkun whom are avid cyclists, to show Beginning at the Red Sea in Lone Soldiers who serve in the olam — the responsibility of every person to make the world a better place. They work in partnership with solidarity with and support for Israel’s southernmost city, Eilat, IDF with no immediate family in 17,000 children and families every year to build on their strengths, preserve the family when possible, and the soldiers of the Israel Defense the cyclists headed north, riding Israel, and combat veterans who help create new families when necessary, so that all children may thrive in a safe and loving place they can call Forces (IDF) while they experi- through the Ramon Crater in the benefit from the FIDF IMPACT! home. Visit www.jccany.org for more information. ence Israel from the seats of Negev Desert, before continuing Scholarship Program. For more information on J-Teen Leadership, visit jteenleadership.org. their bikes. to Ashkelon, and finally finish- For more information, vis- “This cycling tour is an ing in Jerusalem. Along the way, it: www.fidf.org WJCenter Stage Concert Series presents: DAN NICHOLS Saturday, November 18, 2017 8pm concert, doors open at 7:30pm (Patrons/Sponsors help offset the cost of the week-long events.)

Dan's creative, lively music integrates universal messages of healing, celebration, introspection and the beauty of the human condition

Concert begins with a spirited & upbeat Havdalah and is followed by drinks and light refreshments

To purchase tickets or for more information, call 914-698-2960 or email [email protected] A portion of the proceeds will benefit Beth El Synagogue Center and Temple Israel New Rochelle. TICKETS $25 IN ADVANCE, $30 AT DOOR, $15 WITH STUDENT ID

\1324 North Ave. AT WJC, Palmer & Rockland Avenues, Mamaroneck New Rochelle, NY 10 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • Westchester Jewish Life www.westchesterjewishlife.com AJC Westchester/Fairfield to Honor Two Attorneys at the Judge Learned Hand Award Dinner AJC Westchester/Fairfield lanthropy and highly valued vid Golub of Silver Golub & Teit- Protesters Bear Arms? Given re- announced that it will be honor- community service. This is the ell LLP are the Dinner Chairs and cent events in Charlottesville and ing Westchester attorney Wil- seventh year that AJC will be will emcee and preside over the elsewhere across the county this liam P. Harrington of Bleakly presenting the award, which is evening. Ellen Jancko-Baken and topic is very timely and relevant. Platt & Schmidt LLP in White the organization’s most presti- Scott Baken, also past honorees The honorees, Mr. Harrington Plains and Fairfield attorney gious recognition of excellence from last year, will help present and Mr. Twardy, will act as the Stanley A. Twardy, Jr. of Day Pit- bestowed upon members of the award to the honorees. judges for the oral advocates. ney LLP in Stamford, CT. on No- the legal profession. It will take AJC established the To join the Tribute Com- vember 29, 2017. place at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Learned Hand Award in 1964 to mittee or to support the work Both of these respected White Plains on Thursday, De- cite leaders in the legal profession of AJC, contact Vicki Kline at attorneys will receive the AJC cember 1st at 6:00-9:30pm. for excellence and for their con- [email protected] or 914-948-5585. Westchester Fairfield Judge Last year’s Judge Learned tributions to the legal commu- AJC’s mission is to enhance Learned Hand Award for their Hand Award recipients Kathryn nity. The recipients of this award the well-being of Israel and the outstanding work in the legal Emmett, Corporation Counsel are people who embody much of Jewish people worldwide, and field as well as for their phi- for the City of Stamford and Da- William P. Harrington what the Judge represented: the to advance human rights and democratic values in the United Stanley A. Twardy, Jr. States and around the world. AJC’s approach is intensive out- rights of the individual and the reach to top decision makers importance of democratic values and diplomats in more than 100 in an orderly society. This philos- countries. Through 10 global ophy also sums up a major thrust offices and 22 regional offices of the American Jewish Commit- around the United States, AJC tee’s work and the programs it engages leaders internationally, has promoted since its inception nationally and regionally. Some in 1906. 175,000 supporters keep AJC Nearly 250 guests, includ- moving forward. AJC Westches- ing numerous judges, officials ter/Fairfield is one of the most and diplomats are expected to vibrant regions in the network. pay tribute to the honorees at the The Region’s 2,100 members Privately owned and operated by the Weinstein Family since 1930 dinner which will feature mock bring this national and interna- Moot Court debate on the topic tional mission to life at the local of “Liberty vs. Security - Whose level through innovative pro- Rights are Being Protected when grams and high level advocacy. UJA-Federation of New York’s Northern Westchester Women Learn about Teen Day after day, Mental Health continued from page 8 Community Services — provide a lifeline for those desperately season after season, year after year need the programs and services they provide.” Brenda Haas of Briarcliff Manor, a program coordinator for Mental Health GPS (Guiding Parents through Services), spoke to people come to us the group. An initiative of UJA-Federation and Westchester Jew- ish Community Services, Mental Health GPS is a confidential because they know we will consultation service designed to assist Jewish families who have questions or concerns about their child or adolescent’s social, emotional or behavioral development and well-being, with a fo- be there for them. cus on mental health needs. Funds raised at the event go to UJA-Federation, which supports a network of more than 80 core partners and hundreds of other nonprofit organizations, large and small. These nonprofits provide food for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, independence for the elderly, jobs for the unemployed, as well as stimulating education programs for people in New York, in Israel, and in nearly 70 countries. In addition to Stein, event chairs included Jodi Baretz of Millwood, Mindy Bass of Chappaqua, Michele Budoff of Goldens 1652 Central Park Avenue | Yonkers, NY 10710 Bridge, Jill Cantor of Chappaqua, Heidi Israel of Millwood, Jessica Morgenthal of Armonk, and Tracy Stein of Chappaqua. 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That means photos of your sions, led by experts in their fields, meditation and mindfulness as ber, then keep in mind that the fresher for potential buyers. Here family, a collection of figurines on topics at the forefront of many an anecdote to modern worry and fall is the second best time of the are a few worthwhile improve- or sports memorabilia and other adult conversations. anxiety. Featured speaker is Jeff year to list a home for sale. This ments that can be made without personal touches need to go. Beginning the series on Sun- Carreira, experiential meditation is particularly true this year. The spending a fortune. 1) Apply a coat Organize Your Closets: Stor- day November 19 from 6:30-8:00 expert who has taught meditation economy is better, mortgage rates of paint to walls and trim, and age space is a huge selling point, PM, the J will host, “ARE YOU AT and spiritual philosophy all over are low, the inventory of West- touch up all areas that look faded. and if your closets are stuffed to RISK?” a discussion of the BRCA the world and who is now a Guid- chester homes is low, currently 2) Buyers want homes to be light the brim, buyers think you don’t gene: testing, misconceptions ing Teacher at The Aligned Center making this fall a seller’s market. and bright, so replace your light have enough closet space. Invest and options. Featured speaker in Irvington. The Aligned Center Before you know it, spring bulbs that are lower wattage than in some boxes, dividers and other will be Dr. Kenneth Offit, Chief of is a community and office space will be here. Spring time is the they should be, or even add a solutions that will help you make the Clinical Genetics Service at Bari Ruck designed to create the ideal con- ideal time for home buyers and lamp to lighten your home up. 3) your stuff look more organized, Memorial Sloan Kettering Can- ditions for a more integrated and home owners to buy and sell The bathrooms and kitchen tend and remove extra items you don’t cer Center. Dr. Offit also repre- tate cancers. More information is meaningful day. homes. In the winter, home sales to be a focal point in homes and need immediately. sents BFOR (the BRCA Outreach available at www.BFORStudy.com The series ends in Febru- slowdown and people focus on buyers pay attention to whether Turn the Bathroom into a Founder Study), an independent Coming in December is, ary with a complete connection the holidays. Once spring hits, or not they’ve been updated. Do- Spa: Create the feel of a relaxing, research initiative. The study will “ACT NATURALLY”, winning the between mind and body featur- your home can and should shine ing things like re-grouting the tile luxurious bath - for less than $30. offer BRCA genetic testing at no battle against memory loss. Fea- ing the wellness classes that the its brightest. To prepare your on the bathroom floor, or caulk- Stack a few pretty washcloths tied cost to participants, for women tured speaker is Lisa Feiner, a Shames JCC offers with a special home for sale before the spring ing the shower and bathtub, can with ribbon, add some scented and men of Ashkenazi (Eastern holistic Life Coach and founder of focus on Yoga, led by J’s Yoga in- hits, here are a few important give a used bathroom a fresher candles or plants, and buy a fresh European) Jewish ancestry over Sharp Again Naturally, a non-prof- structor Bari Ruck. tips. appearance. looking bath mat and puffy towels the age of 25—a group that is at it that educates people about 10 All programs will be located Curb Appeal: Your home Start Packing: It may sound in coordinating tones. least ten times more likely than specific reversible causes of mem- at the JCC, 371 South Broadway, looks great to you, but buyers crazy to start packing months in If you spend the next three the general population to inherit ory loss. All their approaches to Tarrytown. For more informa- want to picture themselves liv- advance of your move, but since months preparing for spring, certain kinds of BRCA mutations, attaining or retaining memory are tion including the dates and times ing in it - so take a fresh look at it. you’ll eventually need to do this you’ll find yourself ready to move which are associated with greater holistic and natural, where fruits for the rest of the series, visit the Jump into your car, drive around anyway, you might as well get fast when buyers come out of hi- risks for several types of cancer, in- and vegetables play a big part. The Shames JCC website at shamesjcc. the block, and then scrutinize organized now. Start by sorting bernation. cluding breast, ovarian, and pros- event will include an interactive org or call 914-366-7898 x1160. your home as a prospective buyer through your storage closets, at- will see it for the first time Believe tic, basement or garage to deter- Westchester Students Take Part in Anti-Opioid Summit it or not, buyers will make up mine what you want to keep, what their mind whether they like your to give away and what to sell. house from its curb appeal. Clear Away the Clutter: Get Get Your Home Inspected: rid of clutter in every area. Re- Getting your home inspected member, this is no time to be sen- prior to the spring selling season timental. If you don’t use it, lose it. can give you more time to make Clean, Clean, Clean: Next, repairs. Additionally, you might it’s time to really clean - and I John E. Baer, SRES, SRS, DPA find it easier to find a contrac- mean REALLY clean. 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County Executive Robert P. long summit that was part of ties, at the mall and on the bus. Astorino urged more than 400 the county’s Project WORTHY You come from all walks of life, students from across Westches- (Westchester County Opioid Re- and all kinds of neighborhoods. ter to become part of the solu- sponse Teams Helping You) pro- That’s the kind of real-life expe- tion in the life-and-death fight gram launched earlier this year. rience we need if we are ever go- against opioid addiction on Oc- The program mobilizes a full ing to wrap our arms around this tober 16. array of available resources and deadly situation.” Joined by BMX Olympic expertise to combat the grow- The goal of the Youth Sum- coach and recovering addict ing opioid and heroin epidemic mit was to bring together stu- Tony Hoffman, the County Ex- that affects all communities and dents and have them come up ecutive led a Youth Summit at people of all ages. with ideas on how to fight the the Westchester County Center “Young people are dying,” epidemic in their own schools aimed at fighting a drug epidem- Astorino said in his remarks. and neighborhoods. ic that has caused a 200 percent “This is not a show; this is not The Project WORTHY team increase in fatalities in West- just a day-long assembly. This is is available to visit local schools, chester from 2010-2015. serious business, and we need houses of worship and com- Students from 37 schools, your help. Young people are on munity organizations. To learn including those from Harrison, the front lines of this epidemic. more, contact 914-995-5220 or Pelham, Rye Neck and New You are eyewitnesses to what’s email projectWORTHY@west- Rochelle, took part in the day- happening in schools, at par- chestergov.com. 12 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 www.westchesterjewishlife.com OU Announces the Creation of the Department of Women’s Initiatives continued from page 7 sion the Women’s Initiative as employment of women in se- size - that give women teachers Sharing best practices for syn- being a center of innovation, nior professional positions in and scholars greater oppor- agogues to encourage female Living with integration and growth for synagogues, with appropriate tunity to share their teaching involvement in all aspects of women in the Orthodox com- titles, compensation and bene- with broader audiences. synagogue life, including hav- munity,” agreed Marian Stoltz- fits that reflect the dignity and High-level Torah learning the ezrat nashim [women’s Loike, Dean, Lander College significance of such roles. ing: Devising continuing learn- section] exclusively available Chronic Illness for Women, and an expert on Lay Leadership and ing opportunities for women, to women at all times of day BY SARAH LIEBERMAN, LMSW diversity and work-life issues. Training: Encouraging and including midrasha programs and the redesign of synagogue chronic, family, friends The OU will implement cultivating women to take on and yimei iyun. spaces to make them “user- and other caregivers natu- What does a retired the department’s new pro- significant roles within the Youth: Enhancing the friendly” for all congregants. rally become accustomed to postal worker, a practicing grams and initiatives through community by providing pro- spiritual involvement of young Think Tank: Establish- the status quo, and it may social worker and a musi- its extensive network of hun- fessional development training women in our synagogues ing a think tank of women be difficult to avoid what cian have in common? Not dreds of OU synagogues, more and facilitating women serving through mother/daughter representing the diversity of might be called “compas- much at first glance, but than 200 NCSY locations, on boards of synagogues and weekly learning programs and the female Orthodox constitu- sion-fatigue.” Sharing your they, like many other people Yachad’s 12 regional chapters, in other leadership positions other initiatives. ency that seeks to focus our struggles to support a loved -- spouses, parents, adult and OU-JLIC’s 24 campuses, as within local and national com- Wellness: Partnering resources and identify needed one with others in a similar children and your friends well as engaging and partner- munal organizations. with other organizations to de- programming and resources situation can help you avoid – might just be struggling ing with local communal and Community Learning velop a platform of courses and for women, regardless of age or burnout. As a caregiver, with chronic illnesses and national institutions. Groups: Engaging women in forums devoted to women’s marital status. your own self-care is impor- the daily challenges they Some of the many ini- regular, weekly or monthly health and well-being. “The OU has included tant. present. tiatives that the OU hopes to group learning programs that Community Feedback: women in its most senior pro- Living with a chronic Chronic illness – long- implement within this new de- provide regular contact and an Conducting surveys and hold- fessional and lay leadership illness can be lonely, and lasting, usually incurable partment include: exchange of ideas with other ing focus groups across the roles for quite some time. We not just for the ill person. conditions or diseases -- Defining Leadershipwomen in their local commu- country geared to identifying believe that the Women’s Initia- Both those who are ill and surrounds us, whether we’re Roles: Fostering community nities. the ever-changing needs of our tive can establish an even more those who are caring for aware of it or not. Heart dis- dialogue with a view toward Female Scholars: Facili- communities, large and small, robust pipeline of leadership them can benefit from ad- ease, diabetes, Parkinson’s developing guidelines for tating scholars-in-residence metropolitan and suburban. talent,” said search committee vocacy and support. There disease, multiple sclerosis, synagogues that encourage series - regardless of synagogue Synagogue Usability: member Esther Williams. are resources in the com- chronic fatigue syndrome munity, and learning to and cancer abound. It can tap into those resources have multiple effects. In- is key. Finding a support First Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage... dividuals can be tired, and group, whether general or not just physically tired, but more specific to your dis- BY BERNARD A. KROOKS, CERTIFIED medical decisions for an inca- can be a rude awakening to ev- ing spouse will be entitled to a also emotionally drained ease, may help you feel less ELDER LAW ATTORNEY pacitated spouse in the absence eryone involved if proper plan- right of election against your from all that is needed to be alone. Sharing ideas and of a health care proxy. This may ning is not done. One solution estate. While the rules are com- done to manage the illness. resources often can be in- We all remember the lyrics or may not be what you want. to consider is long-term care plicated, generally speaking, the As people are living longer, valuable. Westchester Jew- from that famous song: “First There are also rules governing insurance. This type of insur- right of election is equivalent and medical treatments ish Community Services comes love, then comes mar- whether your spouse must be ance must be purchased prior to to one-third of your estate. As continue to advance, the facilitates a chronic illness riage, then comes baby in the the beneficiary of certain re- getting a chronic illness such as with any legal rule, there are prevalence of chronic ill- support group called Con- baby carriage.” While these tirement accounts you own. In Alzheimer’s disease. Thus, you always exceptions and things ness is increasing, and even necting with Others. The words may be music to the ears addition, the amount of Social cannot wait until you are on the that are not subject to the right those who are ill are living group meets regularly and of a young couple, folks who are Security benefits available to nursing home door-step before of election. Proceed cautiously longer and fuller lives. has become a vital, support- considering getting married you may be affected. The list of considering this product. In in this area and make sure you One key to maintaining ive environment for all its later in life have many issues to things to consider goes on and fact, the earlier it is purchased, get expert advice. By addressing that full life is having sup- members. think about prior to tying the on. Don’t get me wrong; I am not the lower the premiums and the these issues up front, you can port and knowledge about Through the WJCS knot. suggesting that people should more likely it is that you will be save your estate and your family managing chronic illness. Pathways to Care program, In fact, many years ago, as not get married in their golden approved. While long-term care time-consuming and costly legal Learning how to advo- funded by a grant from UJA- a young elder law attorney (not years. I am simply saying that insurance is expensive, so is the battles down the road. cate for one’s self is a very Federation of New York, an oxymoron) one of my first there are a lot of things to con- cost of long-term care. To de- important part of living social workers provide sup- cases involved representing a sider prior to making the right termine if it is right for you, you with a long-term condition. port to adults with chronic man who was in a nursing home decision for you and your family. must work with a reputable in- Getting family, friends and and life-limiting illnesses, and had become “friends” with One of the most important surance person knowledgeable others in your inner circle and also to their families. In a woman across the hall. One things to consider is that by get- in these matters. to understand what you are addition, with grants from thing led to another and the ting married you will be respon- Also, remember that just struggling with and chal- the Alzheimer’s Association next thing you know, he was in- sible for the long-term care ex- because you get married later in lenged by is difficult but and the Westchester Coun- quiring as to what the legal con- penses of your new spouse. So, life, doesn’t mean that the mar- critical. Learn how to ex- ty Department of Senior sequences would be if he mar- if he or she needs care at home, riage won’t end in divorce. The plain succinctly your symp- Programs and Services, the ried his new friend. That’s how in assisted living or in a nursing financial risks of divorce in a toms and their effects, al- program provides support I got into this area of law that is home, you will have to pay for later-life marriage are typically Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., is most the “elevator pitch” for to caregivers, both individ- now called “elder law.” it even if you keep your money greater than the risks associ- a founding partner of Littman your illness. Find resources ually and through caregiver One thing is for sure: a separate. The reason for this is ated with a divorce of a young Krooks LLP and has been honored by searching the Internet support groups. marriage later in life will cer- that the law considers the mari- couple. This is due to the fact as one of the “Best Lawyers” in or calling friends or a local Whether you are the tainly complicate any estate and tal unit as one when applying that, as people age, there tends America for each of the last seven support agency. Reach out one living with a chronic financial planning decisions for means-tested government to be greater potential for a dis- years. He is past President of the and let a friend know when illness, or you are caring previously made, such as who benefits such as Medicaid to parity in income and assets. In National Academy of Elder Law you need a ride or a listen- for someone with such an will be the beneficiary of your pay for long-term care. This is the event of a divorce, all mari- Attorneys (NAELA) and past Presi- ing ear. illness, you are not alone. assets on your death and who a big issue since long-term care tal property will be subject to dent of the New York Chapter of Caregivers also have Joining a support group can will be responsible for making is expensive, costing more than an equitable distribution. Of NAELA. Mr. Krooks has also served unique challenges when be just the relief that you financial and health care deci- $200,000 a year in some cases. course, you can enter into a pre- as chair of the Elder Law Section of caring for someone who is need. sions in the event you are inca- Moreover, pre-nuptial agree- nuptial agreement if both par- the New York State Bar Association. chronically ill. When the Sarah Lieberman, pacitated. For example, under ments between the spouses are ties are willing and able. If you He has been selected as a “New York initial diagnosis is made, it LMSW, is a social worker the New York Health Care Deci- not valid for Medicaid purposes are married at the time of death Super Lawyer” since 2006. Call 914- is easier to muster concern with WJCS Pathways to Care sions Act, a spouse has prior- since Medicaid was not a party and there has been no waiver of 684-2100) or visit the firm’s website and empathy. But when program. She can be reached ity over an adult child to make to the original agreement. This spousal rights then your surviv- at www.elderlawnewyork.com. the event is not acute, but at 914-761-0600 x141. www.shorelinepub.com Westchester Jewish Life • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • 13 Kitchen & Bath Insider© - #204: The Holidays are Coming; The Holidays are Coming BY PAUL BOOKBINDER, M.I.D., C.R. but all of it needs some atten- weeks, kitchens are not only mas or Hanukkah. It’s just not kitchen. Then make another project. Gather up your lists, tion before it miraculously ap- filled with the immediate fam- considered a romantic, holiday list of what you really must your pictures, your i-Pad, and First the British were pears on your plate in an edible ily (including Alexa or Siri), type gift, but maybe we should have in case you need to trim find a creative designer who coming. Then the Russians fashion. And where does this they’re also cluttered with wel- reconsider. What could say “I things, if budget or space don’t understands you and will be were coming. Nevertheless, attention occur? You guessed come (and unwelcome) guests love you” more than a gorgeous allow everything from the first able to combine all your ideas without fail, every year, the it, your kitchen! (Unless you’re as well; helping, visiting, kib- new room to prepare meals for list. into a stunning, functional and holidays are coming again. frying a turkey in the backyard itzing, snooping, etc. With all the family? Okay, maybe the Next step: go online to affordable new kitchen just for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Ha- like I am this year in my new the time spent in this oasis in “preparing meals” takes some www. Houzz.com or www.pin- you. nukkah, Kwanzaa, Festivus, Costco 20lb turkey fryer). the middle of your home, and of the romance out of it, but terest.com or similar sites and and New Years. All occurring Now more than ever, it all the people milling around, work with me on this. view what other people are do- during a five week period. Year behooves us to take the time folks have a tendency to no- Wouldn’t it be great to ing. When you see something after year after year. There’s out of our busy schedules to tice what doesn’t work well, in have enough room to prepare that interests you, save it to a shopping, family, traveling, enjoy the holiday season. We terms of design and function, next year’s holiday delicacies file or print it out and stick it gifts, preparations and eating. spend more time in our kitch- so it’s no wonder that more without bumping into every- on your fridge, so that you can And, oh, all the eating. We are ens than any other room in our people start to think about re- one else? And enough stor- show it to your kitchen design- living the dream here! homes, and this is especially modeling during the holidays age space for all your spices, er. It’s easier and safer to show Now all that food, which true this time of year, when the than any other time of the year. as well as places to put away someone a specific concept Paul Bookbinder, M.I.D., we will consume with aban- kitchen becomes even more of Unless you’re very for- all the dishes, glasses and sil- rather than trying to explain C.R., is president of DreamWork don, does not grow on trees. the focal point of your home. tunate, no one is going to buy verware after the shiny, new it, leaving less chance for mis- Kitchens, Inc. located in Ma- Well, perhaps some of it does, Throughout these many you a new kitchen for Christ- dishwasher has made them interpretation of what you had maroneck, New York. A Master spotless. in mind. This will ensure that of Design (Pratt Institute), and If the festivities draw you your dream kitchen ends up E.P.A. Certified Remodeler, he to the conclusion that a new looking like your dream kitch- serves on the Advisory Panel of Lincoln Park Jewish Center kitchen should definitely be a en and not your designers. Remodeling Magazine. A mem- priority for the new year, you When the holiday sea- ber of the National Kitchen & can get the process started by son is over, if someone loved Bath Assoc., he is also a contrib- Celebrates 79th Year in Yonkers creating a “wish list” for this you enough to promise you a utor to eZine and Do It Yourself room to soon be. It should new kitchen, or you decided magazine. He can be reached include everything that you to give one to yourself, you’re for questions at 914-777-0437 or would like in your new dream now ready to begin the actual www.dreamworkkitchens.com.

(L-R) former Yonkers City Council President Chuck Lesnick (fourth from left) and candidate for Yonkers Council Presi- dent Mike Khader (seventh from left) held a lulav and etrog while visiting the sukkah of the Modern Orthodox synagogue Lincoln Park Jewish Center in Yonkers, on the fourth day of the eight day harvest festival of Sukkot. Photograph Copyright © 2017 Robert Kalfus

BY ROBERT KALFUS We cannot continue to main- connection; either they have FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT tain the expenses of a great attended Hebrew school; had a LINCOLN PARK JEWISH CENTER synagogue which once housed Bar Mitzvah there; were mar- 500 paying members and con- ried, or attended a Passover I am often puzzled by peo- gregants. We continue to hold Seder, wedding or other family ple who tell me: ‘It’s terrible Orthodox services; we offer or life event, in addition to the that Lincoln Park is closing”, cultural programs, opportu- regular members and friends. because that is absolutely not nities to learn, opportunities Those interested in join- true. I write to inform those for education, joy and shared ing in prayer, Shabbat ser- people and others that the community, while we plan for vices, our celebration of our sale of the Lincoln Park cam- and choose our new location 79th year serving the people of pus this past January 2017 is a and Rabbi. I too am sad that we Yonkers at our annual cocktail means for us to continue our will in a few years leave a great party on Sunday, November mission! The membership of building with many wonderful 5th, or our annual Chanukah forty, fifty, and sixty years ago memories. celebration serving a deli- – when all the 400 or 500 seats Every one of the most cious full course dinner with on a holy day were filled – are important days in the Jewish sufganiot and latkes, and fea- indeed gone and we continue calendar – Rosh HaShanah, turing the full-throated voices serving, expanding, planning Yom Kippur, Purim, Passover, of the Riverdale Community and building for our future. Lag B’Omer, are celebrated Choir on December 17th, can We do plan to relocate to at Lincoln Park Jewish Center reserve by calling the office at another building, which we and bring people to our Yon- (914) 965-7119, or find schedule will purchase, build, or lease. kers synagogue who have a continued on page 14 14 • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • Westchester Jewish Life www.westchesterjewishlife.com Lincoln Park Jewish Center Celebrates 79th Year in Yonkers continued from page 13

Westchester information at www.LPJC.org. sessions, each 90 minutes winter recess.” Starting Sunday, Decem- long. Adult student Ramon Jewish Life ber 3 at 9:30 am, Lincoln Park The adult students who Santana remarked that “the Jewish Center will offer a free successfully completed the class was easy to under- Larchmont Ledger course to learn to read and class came from such diverse stand, the teacher was pa- www.larchmontledger.com speak basic Hebrew. Yonkers places as the Dominican Re- tient, and now I feel that I www.shorelinepub.com resident Malkah Lesman- public, and Sri Lanka, and can pray in Hebrew.” People Harrison Herald Kaplan will teach students of enjoyed the opportunity to fi- of all religious, ethnic, and Edward Shapiro, President and Publisher www.harrisonherald.com [email protected] all ages how to recognize and nally learn how to pray in the educational backgrounds New Rochelle Review pronounce all of the Hebrew traditional language of the are welcome to attend the Helene Pollack, Publisher, Editor-in-Chief www.newrochellereview.com alphabet’s 22 consonants Jewish people. She previous- next series of free Hebrew [email protected] The Pelham Post (some of which are silent), ly taught Hebrew reading and reading classes, which will www.thepelhampost.com and the vowels, which are in- language courses at several start on Sunday, December Cynthia Pena, Art Director dicated by different dots and different institutions, and 3, 2017 at 9:30 am to 11 am, The Bronxville Bulletin [email protected] dashes underneath, along- made this free course avail- and continue for six suc- www.thebronxvillebulletin.com side, or on top of the conso- able to accommodate a mem- cessive Sunday mornings. Mary DeYoung, Account Executive Westchester Jewish Life nants. ber of the Lincoln Park Jew- Register with the Lincoln [email protected] www.westchesterjewishlife.com Ms. Kaplan previously ish Center, Kevon Fernando, a Park Jewish Center office at taught this free class in Jan- Hofstra University freshman, (914) 965-7119, or email LPJ- Westchester Jewish Life is published monthly by Shoreline Publishing, Inc., Shoreline Publishing accepts the submission of articles, events and items of inter- 629 Fifth Avenue, Suite 213, Pelham, NY 10803. 914-738-7869. The entire est no more than 500 words with .jpg photos for inclusion in Shoreline newspapers uary of this year, and was who remarked that “I learned [email protected] and contents of Westchester Jewish Life is copyrighted by Westchester Jewish and websites. Email to: [email protected] or Shoreline Publishing, extremely proud of and con- the basic building blocks of leave your name and contact 629 Fifth Avenue, Suite 213, Pelham, NY 10803. Shoreline Publishing reserves the Life. No portion may be reproduced without written permission of the pub- gratulated her students who an entire new language in just information, and find info lisher. The views, opinions and content of this publication does not neces- right to edit or omit any submissions. sarily reflect that of the staff of Shoreline Publishing. completed the six Sunday six weeks, during my school online at www.LPJC.org .

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Phone: ______www.shorelinepub.com Westchester Jewish Life • November 2017 • Cheshvan-Kislev 5778 • 15 Awards for Young Jewish Leaders Making a Beth El to Present Israeli Art Festival A piece, or pieces to be exact, of Israel will be coming to New Rochelle this November as Beth Difference in Their Communities El Synagogue Center welcomes its first ever Israeli Art Festival and Sale. The event, which will take The Diller Teen Tikkun Olam place from November 8 until 13, will showcase artwork from the Safrai Art Gallery in Jerusalem, a Awards are seeking nominations of excep- renowned gallery just steps away from the King David Hotel. Highlights from the festival will include tional Jewish teens leading meaningful two evenings of music, drinks, and live music. community service and social change ini- “We are very excited to display tiatives. Now entering its 12th year, the na- many works of late and great Israeli tional award annually recognizes up to 15 artists,” said Dorothy Fox, chair of the Jewish teens with $36,000 each towards Festival committee. “In an effort to their project or education. Up to five teens strengthen our Jewish commitment in from California and ten from across the support of Israel and Israeli artists and United States will be recognized for their to draw our local Jewish community to- humanitarian efforts. gether, we are pleased to share this ex- Teachers, Civic Leaders, Rabbis— citing happening.” anyone interested in nominating a teen, The Festival will begin on Novem- or any teen interested in applying—can ber 8 with a private sponsor preview. visit www.dillerteenawards.org to begin the nomination/application process. The deadline for nominations The following night will be the first of is December 18, 2017 and the deadline for applications is January 8, 2018. Self-identified Jewish teens who are two large-scale events dubbed the “First 13 to 19 years old on January 8, 2018 are eligible. Teens who have applied in the past are also eligible to reapply. Public Viewing.” This event will start at Since its inception in 2007, the program has awarded over $3 million to 99 teens in recognition of their 6:15 p.m. and feature music, food, and vision, compassion, innovation, and demonstrated ability to lead. give patrons the opportunity to have “Nominating a teen for the Tikkun Olam Awards is a wonderful opportunity for educators, civic leaders, their first choice to select art. The sec- and teen mentors across the country to recognize young Jewish leaders who are creating meaningful change ond fundraiser will be “Beth El’s Speak- at home and across the globe,” says Jackie Safier, Helen Diller’s daughter and President of the Helen Diller easy: Art, Drinks, & Live Jazz” on November 11 at 7:30 p.m. There will be additional sale hours Family Foundation. “We hope the Awards encourage and catalyze a generation of Jewish teens in their ambi- in-between those dates on November 10 and 12. tious work to repair the world.” Gallery owner Menachem Safrai of Israel who will be present at the event, said there is a Previous awardees have taken on projects that address concerns as diverse as homelessness, rare dis- large assortment of artwork that will be available – ranging in all sizes and prices. “Eighty per- eases, food insecurity, social and economic inequalities, and education gaps. They have also been recognized cent of the artwork can be purchased framed in a price range of up to $500. Many are priced by some of the world’s foremost institutions and leaders, including the United Nations Foundation, the White at $175 and $275,” he explained. He noted there will also be more expensive pieces of art in the House, the Clinton Global Initiative, Forbes 30 Under 30, the Jefferson Awards, CNN Heroes, and the Nickel- $2000+ range. odeon HALO Awards. Along with the planned events, Safrai will be on hand to give patrons a tour through the Beyond bolstering national recognition of the teens and their projects, the Diller Teen Tikkun Olam show, “linking it with the development of Israeli art over the past 100 years.” Awards foster a growing network of award recipient alumni collaborating on leadership, innovation, and vol- All events are free to the public. Sponsorships are available and come with special ben- unteer service across the nation. efits. For more information, contact [email protected]. Beth El Synagogue Center is For questions, contact [email protected] or (415) 512-6432. The deadline for nominations is De- located at 1324 North Avenue, New Rochelle. Visit bethelnr.org/art for more details. cember 18, 2017 and the deadline for applications is January 8, 2018.