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January/February 2012

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We carry a full line of long hair mink, sheared mink, beaver, and fur trimmed leather and cashmere outerwear. www.memjfed.orgFacebook.com/MemphisJewishFederation Appraisals, Monograms, Repair, Restyle, Clean, Glaze, Condition, and Cold Storage All work done on premises Facebook.com/MemphisJewishFederation 404 Perkins Ext.• Memphis, TN 38117 • 901.685.FURS (3877) Mon.-Fri. 10 am – 5:30 pm • Sat. 10 am – 4:30 pm Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 1 Contents 4 SIMCHA 20 DOLLARS AND SENSE Publisher/Editor Gothic Theme Inspires Ghoulish Gala Long-Term Care Planning is Important for Women Susan C. Nieman

6 SIMCHA 21 BESHERT: True Stories of Connection Art Director David Miller All About the Details The Singer 8 SIMCHA 22 ON THE SIDELINES Art Assistant Laura Ehrhardt Hi-Tech Tutors All in the Family Rebecca Miller 9 SIMCHA 23 ARTS AND CULTURE Will your Photos Reflect Your Style? Film Arts & Culture Editor Jennifer Lefkowitz 10 SIMCHA 24 SCENE Photography Contributors JDate®…Changing the Fabric of Judaism Memphis – Beth Sholom, Temple , Memphis Christen Jones Photography Jewish Home, Young Israel 11 SIMCHA Norman Gilbert Photography Announcements 25 SCENE Jessica Rubinsky – Teen Contributor Jackson, MS AIPAC Atlanta, Beth Israel Jackson, MS; Editorial Contributors 12 SIMCHA Noshville Nashville Custom Invitations Created by You Lawson Arney Michelle Hope 26-27 TEEN SCENE Gary Burhop Jennifer Lefkowitz 13 L’CHAYIM Beth Israel Jackson, MS; NCSY Memphis, Macy’s Abby Durham Jaime Newsom It’s a Great Time To Be a Wine Drinker and Wine Buyer Great American Marching Band Phil Elson (online) Ellyn Polsky Danielle Eskow Jo L. Potter 14 SIMCHA 27 COLLEGE SCENE Norm Gilbert Dixie Ryall Weekend Wedding Memphis Style Hillel at State Starkville Marisa Gobuty Harry Samuels 16 FEATURE Rock Chalk Shabbat – University of Kansas Mark Hayden Arielle Schechtman Not Your Grandma’s Mink…or Is It? 28 Advertiser Listing Account Executives 17 FEATURE Bob Drake Something Old Something New Larry Nieman On The Cover: Garrison/Miller Wedding by 18 SIMCHA Christen Jones Photography Chief Financial Officer The Bar/Bat Mitzvah Ceremony is Not Just for Don Heitner 13-Year-Olds Editorial Assistants Bettye Berlin Jewish Scene Thanks Our Mailing Sponsors For Their Support Emily Bernhardt Alice Drake Shornick Family Rae Jean Lichterman Sponsors help offset the growing cost of mailing Jewish Scene Magazine not covered by advertising dollars. Volume 6 Number 3 Tevet/Shevat 5772 Jewish Scene is dedicated to creating awareness among the Jewish community; and promoting and supporting the religious, January/February 2012 educational, social and fundraising efforts of Jewish agencies and organizations. Jewish Scene magazine must give permission for any material contained herein to be copied or reproduced in any manner. Manuscripts and photographs submitted for publication are 12 welcome by Jewish Scene, but no responsibility can be taken for them while in transit or in the office of the publication. Editorial content does not necessarily reflect the publisher’s opinion, nor can the publisher be held responsible for errors. The publication of any advertisement in this issue does not constitute an endorsement of the advertiser’s product or 04 services by this publication. Jewish Scene is published by Jewish Living of the South, Inc. Subscription rates for the U.S.: single issues $5, annual $18. Canada and foreign: single issues $10, annual $36. 14 Send name and address with check to: Jewish Scene 1703 Tamhaven Court Cordova, TN, 38016 Phone: 901.624.4896 Fax: 901.624.3389 Email: [email protected] www.jewishscenemagazine.com From the FROM THE EDITOR Publisher/Editor

Dear JSM Readers,

A successful celebration (simcha) is all about the memories – shared experiences with family and friends that will be passed down from generation to generation. And it all begins with careful planning. Unique and custom touches are a great way to stand out from the crowd and allow you to share your personality with others. Knowing you... I think you’ll find some one-of-a-kind ideas in this issue that might just spark your own imagination. When you do, I hope you’ll share them with JSM readers around the world. If you’ve recently is what we do hosted a simcha, please email your photos to best. [email protected].

Last year we featured our youngest daughter’s Whirlwind Wedding. While Anna and Jeremy only gave us 38 days to help plan that event, our oldest, David, and his new wife, Holly, gave us an entire year to prepare. I am not sure which is less stressful! We are excited about sharing their beautiful downtown Wedding Weekend Memphis Style on page 14.

Laurie and Randy Karchmer are excited about sharing son Josh’s recent Boo Mitzvah party with JSM readers too. With the help of Memphis’ Social Butterflies team, Jaime Newsome and Michelle Hope, Temple Israel’s ballroom was transformed into a ghoulish gala. Wait until you see the awesome details that went into making Josh’s dreams a reality in Gothic Theme Inspires Ghoulish Details, page 4.

The Butterflies share some secrets to making your event unique in All About the Details on page 6. Nancy Rosenberg, Lending Assistant, Jeff Hudson, Memphis City President Special thanks to Memphis’ Samuels Furniture for allowing us to shoot photos at their new White and Dee Cannell, Branch Manager Station showroom for the Holloway Furs article on page 16, Not Your Grandma’s Mink. And to Tootsie Bell, (page 17), who shares her talent with clients looking for that one-of-a-kind gift. At Renasant Bank, we take pride in getting to know our customers.

Visit www.jewishscenemagazine.com for more photos You’re not just another number to us. From checking and savings and extended articles. accounts to mortgage and auto loans, we’ll listen to your needs and Wishing you a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous find the product that’s right for you. Experience it for yourself today. New Year!

Shalom

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Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 3 SIMCHA Gothic Theme Inspires

Story by Susan C. Nieman Ghoulish Gala Photos by Vulfson Photography

Laurie’s post on the Social Butterflies Facebook page says it all. “WOW! WOW! WOW! Thank you for making my son, Josh’s, bar mitzvah and party go from a dream to a dream come true! You both were always available when I called and had so many creative Costume-clad teens participated in DJ-led games ideas!.. This Jewish mother would and dancing throughout the evening. have been a nervous wreck without you two behind the scenes! The Choosing a theme for an upcoming bar/bat mitzvah is often daunting. But party flowed seamlessly, and we are the moment Josh Karchmer’s October 29, bar mitzvah date was set at still getting emails and calls about Temple Israel in Memphis, Tenn., two years ago, he had no doubt about his how creative everything was. I wish boo mitzvah party. I could take the credit, but I have to admit to them that it was the Social “Josh knew right away that he wanted his party staff provided transportation, and we had Butterflies who made our son’s Bar to be ghoulish and gothic and his guests in a hospitality suite where friends and family Mitzvah party the huge success that costume,” said mom Laurie. “Since Halloween could gather.” it was! Thanks again! is not a Jewish holiday, we steered clear of any mention of that word and were careful about Laurie, who describes herself as a Type-A -Laurie & Randy Karchmer choosing colors.” personality and a control freak, let down her guard enough to enlist the help of event Josh wasn’t concerned with the details. He planners Jaime Newsom and Michelle Hope, Josh knew his mom would give him and his guests owners of Social Butterflies, for the Saturday Karchmer a weekend to remember. Laurie chose red and night event. But not before she had already black and used a logo to tie all of the events scoured the Internet for the most unusual together beginning with the invitations. invitations, drink ideas and more.

From Friday night through Sunday afternoon, “Laurie had a lot of great ideas,” said the Karchmers entertained family and friends Michelle. “That always helps us get our at home, Temple and a Sunday brunch hosted creative juices flowing.” by friends and caterers Billy and Barry Pelts (Simply Delicious). “Michelle and Jamie took our spooky ideas and transformed the room into ghoulish Out-of-town guests enjoyed nearby gala,” said Laurie. “Since this was their first Embassy Suites that was central to home event at this venue, they were able to offer and Temple Israel. “Embassy Suites was some fresh ideas. We were thrilled with the wonderful to work with,” said Laurie. “Their eye-catching floor plan, draped walls, black- 4 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com SIMCHA Chalkboard paper designated ingredients at the chopped stretch covered chairs, cool up-lighting, salad station. creative centerpieces and other decor they designed.”

Robin Joyce Catering had loads of fun creating tasty ghoulish selections while chalkboard contact paper at food stations marked each type of food.

“My mom surprised me with a lot of the details and everything looked awesome,” said Josh. “But the best part of the weekend was being with my out of town friends and family.”

Among the many choices of appetizers and food stations were ghost-shape grilled tortillas with a shot glass of guacamole, grilled fish tacos, a risotto bar, and grilled- cheese served with shot glasses filled with warm tomato basil soup. Guests were also treated to chefs chopping salads and mix ins as ordered.

See more photos on page 6 and online at www.jewishscenemagazine.com, search Simcha.

A unique invitation idea Laurie found online. Dry ice mixers created a spooky drink concoction.

Creepy headstone place cards guided guests to tables.

Josh with friends and family.

Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 5 SIMCHA Draped walls, black stretch seat covers, a checkerboard dance floor, comfortable seating and red up-lighting gave the room an eerie ambience. All About the Details By Jaime Newsom and Michelle Hope

Party Planners are more than coordinators, they are visionaries who take your ideas and style and make an event uniquely yours. How do they do this? They customize it with details!

First, let’s dispel the notion that your budget doesn’t allow for a party planner to customize your event. Most planning guides list Setting a Budget as the first step in planning a successful event. Most people assume that an event planner is not included in the budget. Why is that – because planners aren’t considered a necessity like a caterer, entertainment, rentals, etc.? Is it the fear that the money you could have spent on the band you want will go toward the planner and you have to settle for a DJ?

For those stressing over the workload of planning an event, a planner is most assuredly in the budget, and you shouldn’t have to forfeit your desired vendors!

A professional event planner will help you create a budget that includes those vendor fees. Your job is to let your planner know which services are the MOST important to you, so that Custom Invitations – This is the first thing your guests receive, so why they can suggest vendors that fit your personality and your not start customizing your event here! budget. And since planners are familiar with local and national vendors’ inventories, they know who has the best price for Décor – WOW them with custom lighting, specialty linens, chairs, the items in your budget. Why rent linens from a furniture or props – and if you can’t have all of it, at least do lighting – company and pay shipping if a local rental company is willing lighting can transform a room unlike any other linen or chair! to purchase the same linen and add it to their inventory, and thereby save you a shipping fee? Alcohol – Everybody loves a signature drink, but why not go beyond that and plan a “cocktail pairing” with the food. For instance, if you are having a sushi station, add a sake drink to the station.

Favors – Sometimes these are seen as a waste of money. However, if Most people assume you make it a memorable gift, it will remind your guests of all the fun they had at your event. For example at the end of the night, if you are that an event planner using a valet company, leave your guest a nice gift in the seat of their car – just one more surprise as they leave! is not included in the Entertainment – How can you make entertainment a custom detail? Are you an Elvis lover? Why not give your guests the famous gold sunglasses budget. while the band/DJ is playing one of his songs, and during the song have the caterer serve a late-night snack of a fried peanut butter and banana sandwich triangle with Pepsi shots (hint another catering detail)! Most important, a good planner is a good negotiator. Because of previous relationships with vendors, they are able to negotiate Signage – Give a personal touch to a bar, bus sign, menu cards, party better prices for you – so much so that it might eventually pay favors, etc. for the planner via discounts and allow you to afford the details that will set your event apart from the others! Details can make all the difference between an unforgettable event and an event that is “just nice.” So think outside of the box or hire an event planner who can So, stop stressing about your party and budget and focus on help you decide which details you need to make the most impact. A successful the custom details that make your event all YOU and the talk of event is one that leaves a lasting impression on your guests and has them talking the town! Here are some suggestions to get started: about it years after it is over! 6 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com SIMCHA

Michelle Hope and Jaime Newsom, owners and lead designers of Social Butterflies, LLC, have a combined 20 years of experience in the We’ll Transform Your Event! wedding and special events industry. The “Butterflies,” as they have been affectionately called by industry friends, are more than just event planners and professionals; they are event designers. Their attention to detail and desire to make clients happy has won them high regards and an excellent reputation. Their fun-loving, bubbly personalities are contagious and make working with them fun and exciting!

Michelle and Jaime have planned numerous notable events including Celebrity Weddings, Super Sweet 16’s for the hit show on MTV, and Charity Gala’s in the Community. To be sure their clients receive the latest cutting- edge trends, the Butterflies remain actively involved in the special events industry with continuing education conferences and conventions each year. They also serve on the board of NACE (National Association of Catering Executives) and have been awarded Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and such! the NACE Award for Best Event Production with Budget of more than $75,000, the first NACE award for pecializing in Weddings and Corporate Events, the Memphis Chapter. we can take your ideas and marry them with our innovative designs to create an unforgettable experience. Social Butterflies has come to fruition as a result of Michelle and Jaime’s passion for planning and designing weddings and special events. They look Social ButterfliesSocial Butterflies forward to helping you “transform” weddings | events | such your next event! They may be reached at 901.828.9321. www.sb-events.com | 901.828.9321 Photography by Creation Studios, Ramblin Rose, and Studio J

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Agreements and Copyrights Don’t assume anything relating to the business agreement. It is important for all services to be spelled out in writing. If you receive a disk to print your own images, it is important that you receive a letter signed by the photographer giving you license to print Will Your Photos Reflect those images. This will grant permission for personal use only, because By Norman the photos are always the property of the photographer. Make sure the Your Personal Style? Gilbert image files are large enough to print at least sizes up to 8x10 or larger. The Selection Ask about the policy if you are not happy with your prints and/or album. Before searching for a wedding photographer, a couple should Check to see if the photographer is a member of the BBB and if they have determine what style of wedding photography they prefer – traditional, had any complaints filed against them, and if so, what were the outcomes. photojournalistic or a combination. Exploring prospective photographer websites is a good way to begin. Professional vs. Moonlighter Your planner or other wedding vendors may give you helpful suggestions. Your photos are the only item in your budget that will live on long During a one-on-one consultation, the couple should view sample after the wedding. There is no professional organization to regulate the images and a wedding album that is already in production. Some business practices of photographers. Anyone can pick up a camera and photographers may allow you access to an online gallery of recent call them self a “professional.” Bottom line – while professionals will be weddings upon request. Ask to see images of your wedding and reception more expensive you will generally get what you pay for. venues to see how your photographer likes to shoot in those places. To read more, search wedding photography at www.jewishscenemagazine.com Developing a working relationship An engagement and/or bridal session before your wedding is a great way to work with your photographer in a similar manner that will be Norman Gilbert is an award-winning professional photographer with necessary on your wedding day. It is an opportunity to see how the more than 15 years experience. He specializes in people photography photographer likes to work and gives you a chance to point out shots in both private and commercial settings. that you might like or not like on your wedding day.

Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 9 SIMCHA Julie and Phil Elson JDate®... Changing the Fabric of Judaism By Arielle Schechtman

Today, it seems everyone knows someone who met their significant other on JDate. What started in 1997 as a divorced, middle-aged businessman’s attempt to attract a Jewish wife, has grown exponentially across the globe, now connecting more than 750,000 Arielle and Josh Hay worldwide in search of love. JDate’s mission statement of Riverdale, NY is “to strengthen the Jewish community and ensure that Jewish traditions are sustained for generations to A Success Story By Ellyn Polsky come” and, placed in the context of the rising tide of Not only can JDaters feel part of a vibrant Jewish interfaith marriage, JDate has become an undeniable community online, but they can also find love offline Julie Polsky saw Phil’s profile force in helping Jews meet other Jews and building at the 600+ JDate events that happen every year and photo on JDate.com Jewish families. In fact, a recent study confirms that in major cities worldwide. JDate Travel and Events the night before she moved JDate is responsible for more Jewish marriages than all offers parties, classes, seminars and excursions; from St. Louis to Little other dating sites combined. and, even sponsors getaways – past destinations Rock. Her friend’s brother JDate commissioned an independent research have included everything from an all-inclusive had subscribed, so Julie and company, ResearchNow, to survey nearly 1,000 married Bahamian resort, a winter ski trip to Breckenridge or friend Karen checked out Jewish Internet users. One of the most compelling a meaningful Israel experience. the possibilities. Phil was the findings showed that JDate is responsible for 52% of Over the past 14 years, JDate has made a only one of interest. When the Jewish marriages that started online, while only significant impact on Jewish culture and religious Julie arrived in Little Rock 17% of those surveyed met on Match.com® and 10% leaders have begun using the site as a case study she inquired of several people on eHarmony®. JDate is thrilled with the site’s success in curbing intermarriage. In a recent sermon to his if they knew of a broadcaster and cultural impact, but the real story of JDate lies in congregation, Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner of Temple named Phil Elson. Since the hearts of JDaters® themselves. Emanu-El in Closter, , said “70% of the Phil had only been in There’s no better example of JDate’s profound weddings I’m doing meet on JDate. It’s an incredible Little Rock for about six impact on the Jewish community than the site’s number…I wonder how many are realizing that we months, no one really knew hundreds of thousands of success stories. Arielle are witnessing something that is changing the very him. Some thought he was and Josh Hay of Riverdale, New York, who are fabric of the Jewish world?” on TV announcing sports recently married “products of JDate,” are all too Rabbi Laurence Bazer of Temple Beth Sholom in or reporting the weather. Phil familiar with the power of JDate. Before meeting Framingham, Massachusetts, has seen a similar trend: had never been on JDate Josh on JDate, Arielle attended two separate “It’s unusual – I would say it’s the exception – if I’m not before, but because he was weddings for two close friends who met their [marrying] a couple that’s met on JDate.” new in town, he decided spouses on JDate. Inspired by their successes, According to Newsweek, “Almost half of American to take a chance. Julie Arielle soon found herself creating a JDate profile Jews marry non-Jews, a rate of exodus that has more went to several Travelers and met her now husband Josh just days later. than tripled since 1970.” Given the trend in Jews games before figuring One of the many differentiators making JDate such marrying outside of the faith, coupled with JDate’s out that Phil must be the a unique online community is its nearly even 50:50 success, rabbis have begun purchasing JDate gift guy in the announcers’ male-to-female member ratio. JDate’s reputation as a certificates in bulk for their single congregants to box. Julie remembered his serious dating site for people looking for meaningful help them find love matches within the faith. But, profile picture and recognized relationships stems from the site’s ability to successfully according to Rabbi Kirshner, JDate may already be Phil when she saw him in bring together likeminded singles with similar working to reverse the trend: “In the last decade it [the person. When I questioned backgrounds, traditions and value systems. intermarriage rate] has dropped two points…It shows her, she told me that she Although most JDaters are members of the site to us that JDate is actually working.” wouldn’t have gone out find their beshert, JDate offers more than just online The real lesson of JDate’s impact on the Jewish with him if he were a total profiles and search features. The site is also home to community just might be that the story really isn’t that stranger.:) They married on JMag®, a compelling online magazine that has attracted shocking after all. Over the last 15 years, the Internet Nov. 6, 2006 and are now interviews with prominent Jews around the world such has permanently changed the way people form and are the proud parents of a as Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, American comedians Bob maintain lasting relationships. People now have the 2½-year-old daughter and Saget and Don Rickles, Israeli musical superstar Yael ability handpick the type of people they want to marry are expecting their second Naim, actor Jeremy Piven, the first African-American and aren’t limited to finding them through friends, at baby in the spring. rabbi, Rabbi Alysa Stanton, Millionaire Matchmaker’s a nightclub or at work as they did before. The JDate Patti Stanger and many more. Members can also find story proves that Jews still have a strong desire to marry Read Phil’s Story - Binoculars - kosher recipes, an endless supply of dating advice, a within the faith and maintain their family traditions; at www.jewishscenemagazine. global synagogue directory and Jewish holiday calendar. they just need a little help getting to the chuppah. com, search Simcha. 10 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com SIMCHA

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Jeff and Susan Horen of Overland Park, Kan., announce the engagement of their THE ART OF daughter, Melissa Elizabeth Horen, to Jacob Lehman Kaplan, son of Rosalee and Andy Kaplan of Roanoke, Va. THE WEDDING MEMPHIS BROOKS MUSEUM OF ART The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Freda Saphier of Sarasota, Fla., and the late H. Solomon Horen of Louisville, Ky., and the late Edith and Seymour Chellin of Cranbury, N.J. She attended the University of Kansas, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science with a minor in . During her time at KU, she served as student body vice president and president of KU Hillel. She was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority and named a KU Woman of Distinction. At graduation, she was a Chancellor’s Student Award recipient. She is currently the Leadership Management Director of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee in Atlanta, Ga.

The future groom is the grandson of the late Sylvia and Marcus Kaplan of Roanoke, Va., and the late Rhea and Seymour Lehman of Pittsburgh, Pa. He attended Phillips Exeter Academy and Brandeis University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics with minors in Spanish and business. He played varsity basketball, was graduated with honors, and hosted a sports radio show. He is currently in his second year of a joint degree program in law and business at Emory University in Atlanta, Ga.

The couple plans a July 1, wedding at the Westin Crown Center in Kansas City, Mo.

Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 11 SIMCHA Custom Invitations Fine Statione ry & Gifts Created by You By Dixie Ryall Perhaps the thought of designing your own invitation sounds intimidating. Perhaps you could spot that perfect invitation when you saw it, but you never dreamed of taking on the daunting task of creating your own. But, you don’t have to be a graphic designer or artist to create a unique wedding, bar or bat mitzvah invitation. Sometimes “designing” an invitation is simply the natural outflow of brainstorming around the stationery table! At Ménage Fine Stationery in Memphis, clients may thumb through a wide variety of sample books for ideas and inspiration. Selections include engraved, thermograph, flat printing and letterpress. Letterpress – the oldest form of printing using an old-fashioned printing press – presses the invitation into soft cotton or bamboo paper leaving a beautiful impression. Letterpress offers the most flexible choices including ink, lettering, paper color and layout. In fact, with little to no set up fee, your ideas can become reality even if you do not see it in a book. It is very rewarding to work with our clients to help find or create that special invitation. We suggest that you bring magazine clippings, pictures on your phones, color swatches, or anything that will give us a feel for the look you desire. Our well- trained staff does a wonderful job asking key questions to help discern the client’s needs and wants. We may simply discover the perfect invitation design in a book or take bits and pieces from several and put them together to get the desired effect. Our in-house calligrapher can even prepare the entire invitation and then have it reproduced to print in-house or submit to one of our vendors for letterpress or thermography services. No matter what direction you choose, how exciting to be able to say that you designed your own invitation!

Dixie Ryall is a wedding and bar/bat mitzvah stationery consultant at Ménage Fine Stationery & Gifts in Memphis. She may be reached at 901.683.6809.

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LAYOUTINDD !- Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 13 SIMCHA Gerber daisy bouquets, Holly’s favorite, brought a festive touch to the fall theme.

Wedding WeekendStory: Susan C. Nieman Memphis Style Photos: Christen Jones Photography

David Miller does not make decisions quickly Thus it became a destination wedding – nor is he receptive to change. He is a creative Holly in Nashville, planning, organizing and soul with a heart of gold and has a knack for researching online, and making numerous putting off the simple or most important things trips to Memphis. in life. He is my son, and of course, perfect. Because Larry and I had just survived a Holly Garrison is organized, punctual and Whirlwind Wedding (see Jewish Scene Jan./ makes detailed plans. She has even been Feb. 2011) in April 2010, and because we known to pencil in movie night. Lucky for have made so many wonderful connections David, Holly is also patient, loving and is through the magazine, Holly began asking David’s soul mate. for my help. I was honored, as the mother-of- So, when David kneeled on the porch of the groom, to be such an integral part of the their newly purchased home in Nashville, planning process; and through that, became Tenn., last September (more than five much closer to Holly and her parents. years since their first date) and asked Holly Holly’s plan for a downtown Memphis to become his wife, there was no question in May wedding weekend quickly turned that their storybook romance would have a into a September event – during Holly’s happy ending. favorite season. Since the couple grew up in Memphis, We soon found that planning a year out is where they attended Cordova High School essential, especially when dealing with a large and worked together at Baskin Robbins, wedding party and an ever-growing guest list. and since Memphis was centrally located to With more than 390 invites and a limited Fabulous food stations by Heart & Soul Catering the majority of the expected guest list, the budget, there were not a lot of options in included a made-to-order pasta bar, twice- wedding was planned for Memphis. downtown Memphis. baked potatoes and tenderloin. 14 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com SIMCHA After several venue-seeking trips, the couple found The Cadre Building a perfect fit. Not only was their caterer, Heart and Soul, on the preferred list, the facility was central to most of their planned weekend activities. With the date, venue and caterer set – a process that took more than two months, Holly set out to find the perfect wedding gown. After one 3-hour shopping spree to Brinkley, , she, her mom and two bridesmaids came home with a gown and a bridesmaid dress that would flatter all eight attendants. While Holly was busy searching for a photographer, florist, cake maker and centerpieces, David was charged with the entertainment. With help from Holly combined wines bottles, (that she and David created together), glass and candles step-dad Larry, who played with many local with Gerber daisies to create unique centerpieces. A Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Bar with all musicians back in the day, they found the perfect the fixings replaced the traditional groom’s cake. band at a reasonable price. “The openness of The Cadre ballroom definitely called for a live band to fill it up,” said Holly, who wanted to dance all night. “And we knew that Almost Famous could get people dancing,” said David. It was a joint effort that resulted in the perfect Memphis wedding weekend. The couple honeymooned in Playa Mujeres, Mexico, northeast of Cancun. “We got a great deal on an all- inclusive stay in an 1,100-square-foot beachfront Casita suite with private plunge pool,” said Holly. “With each new amenity the bell boy showed us, David’s jaw dropped a little further. It was absolutely perfect, and we’ll be going back soon!” Downtown Memphis created the perfect backdrop.

Holly’s Hints:

Schedule a food tasting with multiple caterers to fully explore your options. Use an event planner if you’d rather not deal with the minute details. But if you are a control freak like me, it is nice to know that our day went perfectly – beautiful reception, delicious food, great band, personal touches – and that we made all these decisions ourselves. You CAN DIY (do your own) centerpieces. I got a lot of good ideas from Weddingbee.com and saved a lot of money by using glass and candles instead of flowers. The Cadre Building easily transformed from ceremony to a beautiful reception. Make a wedding website! It is a helpful way to communicate important information to your guests. Find a local wedding magazine that offers lists of venues, caterers, photographers, florists, cake makers, etc. to check out in your area. Find someone you trust and like to coordinate the wedding. We loved having a “first look” before the ceremony. It gave us lots of time to take beautiful pictures together and with our wedding party without keeping our guests waiting. Enjoy every second of the day! It (and the year of planning that went into it) is over in a snap!

David and Holly danced the night away to the sound of Almost Famous. Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 15 FEATURE Not Your Grandma’s Mink... or Is It? Story: Susan C. Nieman Photos: Norman Gilbert Photography, taken at Samuels Furniture, White Station Showroom

Fur is in. Vests, hats, scarves, shawls, earmuffs, teddy bears, jackets in all shapes and lengths and even blankets! When I walked into Holloway Furs in East Memphis this fall to do a photo shoot, I was hooked. The hardest part was deciding which type of fur I liked the most – mink, beaver, fox, lynx – long or sheared. Then I remembered my mother’s sheared beaver evening jacket. When I asked her about it, she also told me she still had my Nana’s mink jacket. I was curious. So I took them to Jim Holloway, owner and master furrier of Holloway Furs, who I hoped could work his magic on these fabulous finds. Jim, who at 12 years old began trapping and selling raw skins, is passionate about creating pieces to match the personality of the person wearing it. His passion drove him to commute between his hometown of Water Valley, Miss., and Memphis six days a week for two years when he started his apprenticeship at Lewers Fur Shop in 1984. Working first under the guidance of Hewlett Lewer and later Grady Horton, Gregory Gang and Gilbert Kirschner (Kay), Jim learned about making patterns, tanning skins, alterations, restyling, repairing and cleaning. In 1992 he opened Holloway Furs. Today Jim is almost as busy creating new designs as he is selling new furs. “Every job is fascinating to me,” said Jim. “I learn something new from every job and from every lady. I can take your grandmother’s coat and change the sleeves, reshape the neck, shoulder or waist, or make a vest or blanket.” Just about anything to make a girl happy. Jim may be the last of a dying breed. “Becoming a master furrier takes a lot of commitment, time and patience,” he explained. “There aren’t a lot of young people interested, no college courses in the USA, no fraternity of other furriers. It takes a lot of years to learn to be a good furrier, but once you learn, no one can take that knowledge away.” Son Casey Holloway recently began working along side Jim and assistant (and past Goldsmith’s furrier) Jimmy Charles Morris, Sr. Stylish Perhaps the passion is passing from one generation to the next, just as with the furs they create. Fun Furs

Jim Holloway works with tiny, detailed pieces to create one-of-a-kind blankets and throws, often using remnants. Son Casey Holloway He also transforms classic inherited furs into modern pieces by adding collars, shaping shoulders and creating vests. 16 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com FEATURE Something Old Something New By Susan C. Nieman

When a run-of-the-mill gift just isn’t going to cut it for your hard-to-buy-for parent, wife, young bar or bat mitzvah, Sweet 16 or bride-to-be, perhaps a custom piece is the answer.

So where do you start?

Your mother’s jewelry box, china cabinet or closet may hold the key. Chances are someone in the family is responsible for guarding the family treasures – grandmother’s precious stones and metals, grandpa’s chai, the old menorah or candlesticks that were brought from the old country.

“We can redesign and manipulate these meaningful pieces into updated styles or melt the metals to make something completely new,” said Tootsie of Tootsie Bell Fine Art Jewelers. She can even restore damaged and/or tarnished pieces back to their original beauty.

“Most of our clients are looking for something unique, personal and out-of-the-ordinary,” said Tootsie, who creates earthy (more her style) and traditional pieces.

“Sometimes the client is clueless and other times they have seen one of my pieces and know exactly what they would like,” she continued.

In addition to making symbolic jewelry, Tootsie enjoys creating pieces such as her story boxes inspired by a person’s history, occupation, hobby or perhaps vacation. “It takes a lot of research, I really want to know about each person,” she explained.

One wedding piece was created to resemble a newlyweds’ new home. “The box represented the entire property looking at the home from all sides.” Another piece represented a story for a brother who had written a book about the Carson City gold rush.

Tootsie is as kind to the environment as possible using as much as 75% to 80% of reclaimed materials. “I do not discard scraps,” she said. Working in silver, gold, and platinum and with traditional and non-traditional stones, she creates, restores and refines pieces as old as 500 years or as modern as your imagination.

Tootsie can restore old deteriorating antiques into beautiful, usable pieces.

Bell Fine Art Jewelers 4726 poplar ave. suite 1 poplar village memphis tn 38117 901.763.4049 Professional Silversmiths for 25 years repairs and complete restorations Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 17 SIMCHA Joyce Friedman and Joyce is a Realtor® in Barbara Friedman residential real estate sales of Polansky new homes. Previously, she was in public relations for 25 years. She is a member of The Temple, Congregation Ohabai Sholom, its Women’s Torah Study Group, and a past member of its board of trustees.

Her mitzvot project, a recommended step in becoming a Bat/Bar Mitzvot, focuses on feeding the homeless by working at the Nashville Mission’s men’s kitchen. She also provides ongoing volunteer public relations support to The Temple as well as Kiwanis Club of Nashville, the Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra and the Obesity Taskforce. She is the daughter and stepdaughter of Sonny and Felice Bauman of Memphis, Tenn. and the late Eleise Rich Bauman.

Barbara is senior program The Bar/Bat Mitzvah Ceremony Is manager for constitution, bylaws and trademarks in Not Just For 13-Year-Olds By Susan C. Nieman the General Counsel’s Office of the American Chemical Society in Washington, D.C., “It has been a childhood dream of mine to be “It is always important to challenge yourself by and is the sister of Joyce’s called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah, “daughter of the continuing to learn,” she continued. “Learning husband, Don. She is a member commandment,” said Joyce E. Friedman of Franklin, Hebrew and to read it from the Torah without vowels of the Washington Hebrew Tennessee. She finally had her chance at age 54. definitely has challenged me, while also bringing me Congregation in Washington, While today, Reform Jewish girls commonly closer to its teachings and spirituality.” D.C. and has been studying for participate this Jewish ceremony at the age of 13, that As a member of The Temple, Congregation her Bat Mitzvah under Hebrew wasn’t always the case. Friedman grew up in Memphis Ohabai Sholom of Nashville for the past 17 years, scholar Gerdy Trachtman. and was raised studying at Temple Friedman studied Hebrew with its cantor, Bernard Israel where it was uncommon at that time for Reform Gutcheon for a year before her ceremony. Founded in 1851, The Temple, Jewish girls to have a Bat Mitzvah ceremony. Coincidentally, her sister-in-law, Barbara Friedman Congregation Ohabai Sholom, Historically, Bar/Bat Mitzvah has been viewed Polansky, 58, of Rockville, Maryland, was studying (www.templenashville.org), is as a first step in a young person’s acceptance of the Hebrew at the same time as Friedman. So, they Nashville, Tenn.’s oldest and obligations to family and community as a responsible decided to plan a B’not Mitzvah, “double” mitzvah, largest Jewish congregation. Jew. It was and should continue to be the beginning of a together, in Nashville at The Temple in November. As a reform congregation, lifetime of the performance of mitzvot (commandments The date 11/11/11 had a double significance like The Temple is home to or moral deeds and acts of human kindness), study, their B’not Mitzvah. Their Torah portion was about more than 725 member prayer, and a commitment to share the destiny of the the bonding of Isaac. families and serves the Jewish people, say rabbinic scholars. There are other female members at The Temple Middle Tennessee region in During her 27 years of marriage to husband who chose to study Hebrew for their Bat Mitzvahs Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Don, Joyce attended many Bar and Bat Mitzvah later in life because it was uncommon for them as and Sumner counties, as well ceremonies of nieces, nephews and friends. Don and well when they turned 13 years old. Betsy Chernau, as southern Kentucky. Mark their children, Matthew and Linzi, all performed this at age 56, celebrated the 20th anniversary of her Schiftan serves as its senior Jewish rite of passage during their 13th year. So why Bat Mitzvah by re-reading her Torah portion at rabbi, Shana Goldstein Mackler not Joyce? The Temple’s 2011 Yom Kippur service in October. as its associate rabbi and “I became inspired,” she said. “I was the only one Cindee Gold, who had her Bat Mitzvah ceremony Bernie Gutcheon as cantor. in my immediate family who had not been called to at age 30, will celebrate the 20th anniversary of her the Torah, and I came to realize that it was not too Bat Mitzvah in 2012, and plans to re-read her Torah late to start. Becoming a Bat Mitzvah allowed me to portion then as well. affirm my commitment to the Jewish people and my Jewish community.

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Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 19 DOLLARS & SENSE Long-Term Care Planning Is Important for Women Provided by Lawson Arney, Financial Advisor, Morgan Keegan

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Andrew Hayden was miles away from his native Florida sun, but on this particular weekend, he had a chance to feel a bit of Memphis’ hospitality and warmth – not to mention the Andrew Hayden at the tennis best part – playing basketball in front of his grandparents. court in Miami

A handful of fans were rooting alongside in Memphis, but Mankoff hopes to have him said tennis coach Geoff Harte. “His ground Allan and Marcia Hayden when the Gross back on the court sometime this month. strokes are impeccable, and he’s still in the Warriors of Miami Beach, Fla., and the process of working on his mental game.” 6-0, 175-pound senior competed in the After losing Abramowitz and guard Eric Cooper Invitational Basketball Tournament. Moyal during that same weekend in Andrew led the tennis team to a 9-1 record last Andrew’s roots reach back to Memphis: his November, Mankoff had to fine-tune his year and opens the year at the No.1 perch. father, Jerry, was born here; his grandparents offense. Andrew can play guard or, in a den Mark Hay by still reside in Germantown. pinch, small forward; either way Mankoff “He’s got an all-court game,” said Harte. “He’s : knows what to expect from his senior. got a nice slice – a world-class technique. I’m Jerry met wife Sally at UT Knoxville, married just waiting for him to put his mental game and settled in Florida. Their entire family, “Andy isn’t the most vocal leader, but he’s a together so he’ll be a complete player.” including older son, Scott, now a senior at senior and leads by example,” said Mankoff, SUNY Binghamton, have been a part of the who is also the schools golf coach. “I think That’s where some motherly advice would be Rabbi Alexander S. Gross Hebrew Academy the other kids feed off his energy, and I’m helpful. A highly-ranked junior tennis player program over the last decade. confident he’s going to help us a lot. It’s that in Florida and a four-year starter for UT, Sally same leadership that serves him well on the has shared a tennis connection with Andrew “Both Sally and Jerry are big supporters of the golf course. If I’m working with someone, since his elementary years. school – especially the athletic program,” said Andy is always there helping the younger athletic director Craig Mankoff. “We’re lucky guys with their swings.” “I’ve been playing tennis with Andrew since to have them.” Sally, a former tennis player he was small,” she said. “His dedication to for the UT Vols, teaches two after-school tennis wavers. He’s strong and talented, but clinics there and may coach one of the teams tennis takes a lot of time and dedication. I this year. hope Andrew will have more time to work ON THE SIDELINES on his game in college and maybe try to be a Andrew, a four-sport threat at Gross in walk on, if that’s something he wants to do.” soccer, basketball, tennis and golf, opted to play basketball and tennis this year. “Last Harte is hoping for the best, too. “I believe if year he played soccer, but he wanted to come he has the interest he could be a Division II back to basketball,” Mankoff said. “He came or Division III player or possibly even with a to all our spring workouts; he’s really a hard low Division I team,” he said. worker. He’s self-motivated – there’s never Andrew (center) with grandparents Marcia been a question that I have to push him. and Allan Hayden Golf still represents his favorite sport right now. During frequent visits, there’s always “If there’s such a thing as being too motivated Andrew’s basketball and tennis schedules time for golf with his grandfather. “Last it might fit Andrew,” Mankoff continued. overlap briefly in February but shouldn’t August I had a chance to play with him and “Sometimes he goes so hard he tries to do cause many problems for the lanky guard. his friends. It was a lot of fun,” Andrew said. things too quickly. Defensively, he’s very “I enjoy playing basketball at RASG aggressive, sometimes overly aggressive – because I get good exercise and support It may have helped his grandfather, too. and quick. We just need to harness that from my teammates,” said Andrew. “I’ve Allan recently hit in a hole-in-one. aggression a little bit.” also noticed that basketball has gotten me in better shape for tennis and that I’m Because of his quickness and size, Andrew quicker on the court.” Mark Hayden has written about is expected to pick up some of the slack in Memphis sports for a variety of the middle left by an injury to forward Daniel “Andrew’s a gifted athlete, he’s got great magazines. For story ideas please Abramowitz. The 6-1 junior broke both arms hands on the court and he’s a great mover,” contact Mark at [email protected]. 22 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com ARTS & CULTURE

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A film on the true story of the bringing of peace to the Middle East, the documentary takes the audience behind the scenes of the White House press briefings and into the confessional of one of the world’s greatest historical moments, the 1979 Camp David Peace Accord and Treaty between Egypt and Israel.

The film is a well-told historical record of the Camp David talks, the events leading up to them, and the challenging negotiations that followed with inside commentaries from head government officials on the peace treaty signage. Interviews include Jimmy Carter, Henry Kissinger, Wolf Blitzer, Anwar El-Sadat and Boutros Boutros-Ghali.

The 1-hour and 36-minute documentary places an emphasis on the details of the behind-the-scenes talks among non-government officials who aided in the peace process when government officials could not. The film also pays close attention to the collaborative efforts among government leaders and the pressures they faced from strong coalitions within their camps. The feature teaches a valuable lesson on the power of teamwork, March 25, 2012 the communicative process on resolving the seemingly insolvable, and the virtue of continuing efforts on the peace process in the Middle East.

“I am very excited about the Los Angeles debut of ‘Back Door Channels’,” said producer Matthew Tollin. “It is important for us to be able to share this story so everyone can understand what has happened in the Middle East and what tomorrow may bring.” The film is produced by Matthew Tollin and Arick Wierson. The film is directed by multi-Emmy award- winning director Harry Hunkele.

Jennifer Lefkowitz is a native of Memphis, and graduate of Academy of Art University, Motion Pictures and Television in San Francisco. Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 23

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Beth Sholom Memphis Jewish Home and Rehab Beth Sholom’s Weekend in the Woods Spiritual Retreat Thanksgiving Family Lunch, made possible by Mary and Maury Bronstein.

Thirty adults and 10 children enjoyed a full weekend of worship, study and socializing at Natchez Trace State Park this November.

Look for additional Scene Photos at www. jewishscenemagazine.com

Young Israel of Memphis 13th Anniversary Dinner at

Rabbi Micah Greenstein received the Memphis City Council’s Humanitarian Award for 2011 from Myron Lowery, Council Chairman, in December.

Jon Wogan, Dinner Chairman; Young Israel Rabbi Aaron Feigenbaum, Hirsch Serman with Ish Chesed Award, Pat & Sam Chafetz, with Kesser Shem Tov award, Young Israel President David Katz

Rabbi Adam and Amy Grossman and their daughters bought Chanukah gifts that were donated to Jewish Family Service. Hirsch Serman receives the William Epstein Ish Chesed Sam and Pat Chafetz, Kesser Shem Tov Awardees Award from Sam Epstein

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- We ’ re still - Memphis Jewish Home. JUST STRONGER. Nineteen Atlanta members of America Israel Public Affairs Committee traveled to Washington, DC, to discuss the issues facing Israel today.

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Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab maintains the same mission and vision as we did when we opened 85 years ago — to provide the highest Veteran’s Day Shabbat service at Beth Israel, Jackson, MS: Lou Shornick (LTjg, USN), Erik Hearon (Maj Gen, USAF), Jerry Crystal (SSG, US Army), quality care steeped in Jewish tradition. We’ve Roger Rosenfield (TSG, US Army), Don Sawyer (LCDR, USN), Aaron built upon those values as we’ve broadened our Trubman (LT, USN), Peggy Omolara (2LT, US Army) services, offering comprehensive rehabilitation therapies for those affected by illness, injury, Noshville - Nashville, TN or surgery. Noshville, the Nashville area’s favorite New York-style delicatessen, has won the 2011 Outstanding Community Service Award presented See how we’re helping parents, families, and annually by the Tennessee Hospitality Association (TnHA). The award the community grow stronger. honors Noshville for partnering with the March of Dimes to create the annual St. Patty’s Day Green Eggs and Ham breakfast benefiting the March for Babies and for its support of numerous other local charities. Visit us at memphisjewishhome.org.

Casey Compton, General Manager Green Hills; Melissa Hall, General Manager 36 Bazeberry Road | Cordova, TN 38018 Cool Springs; Tom Loventhal, Managing General Partner; Glen Smith, Director of 901-758-0036 | memphisjewishhome.org Operations; and Jay Young, Advertising and Special Events Manager ©2012 Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab. All rights reserved. Jewish Scene I January/February 2012 25 TeenBeth Israel Congregation’s Scene youth group, BITY enjoyed eating latkes, playing dreidel, and exchanging gifts at their annual Hanukkah party. Photos by Jessica Rubinsky

Ashley Rubinsky eats her latkes while playing a game of dreidel.

Back: Katie Fijman, Ashley Rubinsky, Justin Schlakman, Lauren Loeb, Jennie Loeb, Brandon Schlakman, Mikaela Phillips, Sydney Castille, Jacob Craig, Alex Goldstein, Sam Palmer Middle: Jason Snyder and Jessica Rubinsky Jason Snyder Front: Traci Stratford, Dana Dobel, Jacob Schipper, Kovi Katz. unwrapping his gift.

NCSY Shabbaton Weekend Buses and vans filled with eager teenagers from across the Midwest set out on an overnight journey to participate in the 2011 NCSY Fall Regional Shabbaton in Memphis hosted by Baron Hirsch Synagogue and the Memphis Jewish community. More than 250 participants enjoyed outings to the and Putt Putt Games, pre-Shabbos ruach, candle lighting, Mincha service, an energy-infused Kabbalat Shabbat, educational sessions and discussions led by both advisors and NCSYers, and Havdalah.

An NCSY experience gives every teen the opportunity to build friendships with teens and advisors while at the same time inspiring our Jewish teens of today to help build a better Jewish tomorrow. For Local Memphis NCSY information contact Marc Lennon at [email protected] or 901-830-0286.

Read about the entire NCSY weekend at www. jewishscenemagazine.com, search Teen Scene.

26 January/February 2012 I www.jewishscenemagazine.com College Scene Hillel members at Mississippi State in Starkville celebrate Chanukah

Front: Daniel Snyder, Gal Shemi, Molly Rafaely, Britney Johnson, Tavish Kelly, Back: Tracy Tuttle, Rebecca Bramlett, Elizabeth Railneau, Brad Krock, Rachael Frost, Morgan Hutto, Jake Tobey

Marching to the Beat Rock Chalk Shabbat- University of Kansas 2011 by Abby Durham – MGAMB! By Jo L. Potter KU Hillel hosted the 10th annual Rock Chalk It was a New York trip to remember for three Shabbat on Friday, Nov. 4, 2011, which began with Memphis White Station High School band a pre-Shabbat gathering in the Big 12 room of the students – and others chosen from every state Kansas Union where the men of AEPi served hors in America – to perform in the 2011 Macy’s d’oeuvres and welcomed students, families, alumni Thanksgiving Day Parade. and community members. As elite members of the Macy’s Great About 350 people attended services in the American Marching Band (MGAMB), sophomore Woodruff Auditorium. Leading the service was Abby Rechel Geiger (daughter of Janet and Terry Durham and the service committee; Wendi Albert, Geiger and Beth Sholom member), senior Becca Berger, Sara Finesilver, JP Held, Tami Sonenshein Andrew Vogel, (son of Stacey and Scott Vogel and Leah Swartz. Senior Michael MacGregor lead the and member of Baron Hirsch and Temple Israel) Mi Sheberach while playing the violin. and senior Caleb Wilson (son of Amy and Don Then it was on to the Kansas ballroom where Hayley Wolf and Lindsey Weirtheim Wilson), performed with about 250 students in the ZBT men served dinner to about 500 people. It front of over 2.5 million spectators and more was truly an amazing evening filled with fun, friends, than 50 million worldwide TV viewers. and good food. Families, students, and community Rechel plays flute but marched with a piccolo; members from all over the country came together Caleb with the marching version of a tuba, the to celebrate Shabbat in a very unique setting. sousaphone; and Andrew played drums. The night could not have happened without All three Memphians were impressed, as Caleb the hard work and dedication of more than 120 put it, by meeting fellow “marching band geeks,” students. They all showed incredible leadership who were, as Rechel said, “all so talented” and skills and are the reason that KU Hillel can represented, as Andrew stated, some of the “top continue to have such a powerful impact on the high school musicians in the country.” Jewish community here. They were also excited that Macy’s In my sermon, I talked about how KU Hillel Wendi Albert, Brett Samet, Dana Goldberg, Jordan Laboyer commissioned a world-premiere musical might be small in comparison to KU as a whole, selection for the group to perform in Herald but that we make a huge difference. Rock Chalk Square, “Imagine Fanfare,” by teen composer Shabbat is just one example of our impact. Tyler A. Grant. KU Hillel participates in many different things MGAMB’s striking red-and-white uniforms like High Holiday services, Shabbat every week, also originated in Tennessee, from The Band a Passover seder, sukkot party, and host watch Hall in Nashville. parties for KU basketball games! With Macy’s support, this year’s sixth MGAMB plans to continue as an alumni band Abby Durham is a junior at The University of Kansas where she is a Religious Studies Major and a Jewish Studies minor. and perform in 2013 in Disney World. Abby is studying in hopes of one day attending Rabbinical School. She is the Shabbat Program Intern for KU Hillel and Visit www.jewishscenemagazne.com for more has led services for Rock Chalk Shabbat. She has traveled to Molly Fargotstein, Abby Durham, details and photos. Israel with KU Hillel on a leadership Mission trip. Wendi Albert

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