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this JUNE 7, 2019 | 4 SIVAN 5779 | VOL. 99 | NO. 34 | CaNDLELIghTINg | FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 8:37 P.M. week academic OU Leadership Summit Excellence aNNETTE vaN DE kaMp-WrIghT helpful to see what orthodox communities Scholarship Editor, Jewish Press are doing around the country and the globe. DIaNE WaLkEr oba Cohen-Dunning is the Pres- It affords us the opportunity to understand Executive Assistant, JFO ident of Beth Israel’s Board of what best practices are being implemented, The Financial Aid Committee of the Directors; in that role, she cer- what programs are enhancing the area, how Jewish Federation of Omaha is pleased tainly has activities that we have to announce that Ilana McNamara has her hands not considered “here” been selected as the 2019 recipient of Appreciation Day at the Deli full. Recently, she at- have made such a the David Keiser and Lillian Keiser Stoms page 2 tended the OU welcoming impact Foundation Education Endowment Fund TWomen’s Initiative “there.” For instance, I for Academic Excellence Scholarship. First Lay Leadership met a woman who sits Confab, which ad- on the executive com- dressed challenges of mittee of her shul in a modern Jewish com- smaller city in New munal leadership. York who developed a is conference is de- welcoming program signed to encourage for new congregants. and develop women Just the extra touches, like Toba, who serve the extra efforts that as lay leaders within they are making their communities. “there” are creating Read it and eat: e 100 participants this warm and invit- The Father’s Day edition were nominated by ing religious home. 56 communities Toba Cohen-Dunning It’s not to say we don’t page 5 around the United States, Canada, Israel, the do some of it in our shul; it’s that listening United Kingdom and South Africa. to what others are doing provided great in- Ilana McNamara “As president of Beth Israel and as a mem- spiration. Bringing the shared practices This is the only merit-based scholarship ber of a variety of boards that encompass back to Beth Israel will provide new volun- granted by the committee. While based Jewish Omaha,” Toba said, “I was honored teer opportunities, as well. You want every- strictly on academics, with high school to be invited to attend this conference. It’s one to feel engaged - and this conference grade point averages and ACT/SAT important for us as Jews to continually work was a glowing example of how getting al- scores used as the primary measure, a to grow our communities and grow our- most 100 women in the same room to prerequisite for consideration is that the selves personally and professionally. It’s See oU Leadership Summit page 3 recipient must demonstrate a commit- ment to the Jewish community. Dorothy Spizman, Financial Aid Com- Roald Dahl’s Matilda mittee chair commented on the quality of this year’s candidates. “I remain so the Musical at the Rose impressed with our young adults. It is a page 7 pleasure each year to read of their ac- complishments. Their achievements are always remarkable and I know these young adults will be successful in their chosen fields.” Final Friday Learning Series Ilana is the daughter of Aviva Segall and Patrick McNamara. She will gradu- ate from Central High School, 10th in her class of 611 students. While at Cen- tral, she has been the principal violist of their Chamber Strings Orchestra and is currently president of the orchestra. She is the vice president of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Ilana has received the Nebraska Young Artist Award and was designated an Omaha Conservatory of Music Scholar. She has been active in the Omaha Area Youth Orchestras and the Nebraska All-State Orchestra and loves quartet playing. inside Ilana and her family are active mem- bers of Beth Israel. Ilana is very involved Spotlight 8 with the synagogue as Vice President of Viewpoint 9 NCSY for Chesed (Compassion). Every Synagogues 10 Credit: Yonatan Sindel/FLASH90/JTA week, she teaches the younger children Mark kIrChhoff Many tense, heated public and pri- and together they visit the elderly, help Community Engagement and Education, JFO vate discussions on this topic have at soup kitchens and coordinate blood e last two sessions of the Friday taken place in Israel over the years. drives. Ilana is a proud graduate of Learning Series by Rabbi Shlomo e differences of opinion have in- Friedel Jewish Academy and partici- Abramovich will take place on June cluded, but are not limited to, the pated in the 2017 Teen Trip to Israel. 14 and 21 at 11:15 a.m. in the Kripke army service of haredim and other She also represented Omaha in the 2018 Jewish Federation Library. As his religious issues in the IDF, the control Partnership2GETHER music program time as Visiting Scholar at Beth Israel of the chief rabbinate on marriages, where she was privileged to perform is coming to an end, he decided to the restrictions and laws regarding around Israel with excellent musicians. challenge everyone to wrestle with kashrut issues and many more re- When I asked about her greatest ac- one of the hottest topics in Israel: re- lated topics. e range of opinions complishment, she told me about her ligion and religious legislation. See friday Learning Series page 3 See academic Excellence page 3 2 | The Jewish Press | June 7, 2019 Appreciation Day community at the Deli ozzie Nogg The Star Deli, located in the Silverman Audito- rium on Main Street at Rabbi Abraham is guest at B’nai Israel the Rose Blumkin Jewish to support and encourage rabbis in organizational leadership, NANcy Wolf Home, was born in July of he congregation of B’nai Israel Synagogue is hon- and the Interfaith Family Rukin Rabbinic Fellows, providing 2010. “In the past nine ored to welcome Rabbi Steven Abraham as our learning opportunities and resources for rabbis to be better pre- years, the Deli has guest speaker for the June 14 Shabbat service. pared to serve interfaith couples in their local communities. developed a very Please note the special earlier Sharing more about his life, Rabbi Abra- loyal customer start time of 7 p.m. ham expands: base,” said Chris We know Rabbi Abraham as the spiri- “I grew up in the Washington, DC sub- Ulven, RBJH Ex- tual leader of Beth El Synagogue, where urbs and was actively involved in USY as a ecutive Director. heT has been since his family of three teen. Then in college and rabbinical school “So, on friday, moved to Omaha in July of 2011 when he I worked with USY as a group leader on June 21, we’re joined Beth El as Assistant Rabbi. He was multiple summer programs, including USY offering a Cus- named congregational Rabbi of Beth El on Wheels and Summer in The City as well tomer Appreciation in August, 2013, and celebrated the birth as staffing NATIV (gap year program in Is- Day to say thank you of his son in 2014. rael). Today I’m honored to sit on multiple for their continued sup- In an era when Judaism sometimes boards including the Boys and Girls Clubs port. We invite everyone seems to be moving beyond the tradi- of the Midlands and the national board of who loves the Deli to attend tional walls of synagogues and federa- United Synagogue of Conservative Ju- and enjoy some very special tions, Rabbi Abraham’s talk, Open Space daism. I love sports, especially baseball and treats and surprises.” Judaism vs Brick and Mortar – Judaism in hockey. I took up running over the past five According to Chef Mike the 21st Century, will focus on the the im- years, and it has given me time and space Aparo, Director of Food Serv- portance of maintaining Jewish institu- Rabbi Steven Abraham to clear my head and try to relax. I am in- ices at the Blumkin Home, “The tions and the buildings in which they are housed. credibly fortunate to have an amazing partner, Shira J. Abraham, Friday Deli is the only Kosher deli in B’nai Israel Synagogue of Council Bluffs, Iowa, is indeed who grew up in Highland Park, IL. We were married in January Omaha and was designed to make the the last remaining brick and mortar Jewish institution in 2008 and we have two kids Naama (7) and Leor (5).” Home the hub of the community. You come here Southwest Iowa. In addition to the service, there will also be a dairy/pareve and connect with family and old friends you’ve known for Rabbi Abraham graduated from the rabbinical school at the dinner open to anyone in the community at the synagogue 40 or 50 years. It’s truly an inter-generational experience Jewish Theological Seminary in 2011, where he also received starting at 5:45 p.m. The cost will be $12 per person. Please and gives Residents the chance to be around people from out- an M.A. in Jewish Education. Prior to attending JTS, he earned reserve your place with Nancy Wolf, nancywolf side the Home. The Star Deli is one-of-a kind and so are our cus- a B.S. in Business Management from the University of Balti- [email protected] or 402.330.6736. tomers. The special deli on June 21 is our chance to say thanks to more. Recent studies have resulted in earning a Certificate in This will surely be a special opportunity, so we hope you our enthusiastic fans.” Interfaith Families Engagement through a program at Hebrew will join us on June 14 for dinner and/or Shabbat service. Every Friday the Star Deli dishes up (among other delights) over- College. Currently he is taking part in two fellowship programs: Larry Blass will be our service leader, and a lovely oneg will stuffed corn beef, pastrami and smoked turkey sandwiches, matzo the Clergy Leadership Incubator, a two-year program designed follow the service. ball and kreplach soup, salad platters, Dr. Brown’s Assorted Sodas, plus toothsome desserts and weekly specials like Prime Rib, Chicken Pot Pie, Smoked Brisket and Chili with Corn Bread. The Friday Deli is a popular lunch destination for foodies who enjoy the laid-back at- Trade School Scholarships available for 2019-20 academic year mosphere and the kibitzing factor. The Deli welcomes everyone in the An anonymous donor in our community has but are not restricted to, Information Technol- Jewish community and the larger Omaha area community to enjoy created two trade school scholarship opportu- ogy, Construction, Industrial and Transporta- New York-style deli food. When time is limited, you can order your nities, up to $5,000 each, to go towards the tion and Horticulture. It is not too late to apply meal to-go, a big plus for people who have short lunch breaks. 2019-20 academic year. for the upcoming school year! “We’re all about recreating the garlicky aromas and homey atmos- Not every student who advances into higher Qualified students who have unmet needs phere of the Lower East Side eateries,” Aparo said. “The concept education signs up for a four-year curriculum. regarding tuition for either a two-year trade worked and continues to work. 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OU Leadership Summit Continued from page 1 sat next to Mrs. Nancy Klein who was dentist, Dr. Dvasha Stollman who asked network with each other makes us all being honored by the OU for her work if I was familiar with the last name Arbit- feel empowered to return to continue over the decades with the women’s man of Omaha. Of course from the late promoting Yiddishkeit (as was men- branch. It was a fascinating history of 1960s! Dora Arbitman and Mary Fell- tioned several times by so many partic- the work of so many women across the man were my role models as a child and ipants). country who built sis- it happens that these great women were Sessions focused on lead- terhoods, raised Dvasha’s great grandmother and great ership strategy and com- funds for scholar- aunt. It was so fulfilling. Dora and Mary munication, public speak- ships, dorms at YU, were female icons in the Omaha Jewish ing, engaging and retaining mikvahs and so much community and their legacies live on.” Anne & Alan Cohen Marty & Kathy Cohen Tish Selk volunteers, creating com- more. 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Mrs. Nadoff was an extraordinary role ing the congregation enough through Executive Vice President of the OU model. I told Mrs. Klein how my volunteerism, programming and Allen Fagin addressed the summit and mother volunteered for the many Jewish fundraising... and the list continues,” recognized the many contributions of women’s organizations because of Mrs. Toba said. “To have been among this the successful professional women in Nadoff and shared wonderful memories particular group of lay leaders (doctors, Kim Matney the room who volunteer in their com- of the differences they made together. lawyers, dentists, nutritionists, direc- Commercial Salesperson munities as officers, members of execu- “In addition, I met friends of our tors, teachers, administrators, strate- Off Market Investment Property tive committees and board members of beloved Rabbi Dembitzer who support gists, philanthropists, social workers, et Specialist synagogues, yeshivas, day schools, mik- Camp Simcha,” she continued. “I met al.), to have learned with them, talked vaot, chevra Kadisha, bikur cholim, friends of Rabbi Gross who get to see with them, davened with them, to have youth committees, adult education and him in Baltimore, friends of Josh and taken a deep breath with them... was in- a wide variety of community groups Amanda Gurock who are now in New spiring, invigorating, meaningful, ener- COMMERCIAL DIVISION and institutions. York, friends of Ilana and Rabbi Yaakov gizing, hopeful and remarkable. e “You recognize the enormity of our Weiss who are now in New Jersey. Every power of Jewish women is limitless. We communal challenges and, even more one a wonderful Omaha connection.... shouldn’t take it for granted... this con- importantly, the enormous opportuni- So, on this note, at breakfast on day one, ference reminded us why.” Industrial Development Land on I-80 ties we have to meet those challenges, to Ilana Weiss kindly introduced me to a in Lincoln, NE at airport exit benefit our communities and reach out beyond them,” said Fagin. “And you NNN Investment Retail Strip each recognize what I believe is the Briar Square near 168th and Blondo Street most important lesson of leadership and Academic Excellence 331 Village Pointe Plaza | Omaha, NE 68118 that is the power of one – the ability of Continued from page 1 tablished in their memory by their niece, one person. One person with the right favorite award, a re-used science fair trophy Sally Clayman. In addition to the Academic 402-651-7497 drive, energy, skill and ambition to sin- covered with googly eyes. She was named Excellence award, there are two other [email protected] | [email protected] glehandedly inspire a community; ‘Best Sister’ by Leora! She still has the scholarships that were also established in http://www.bhhsambcommercial.com/sales-professionals/kim-matney transform a shul; propel a yeshiva to award and hopes to always retain the title. their memory. The Lillian Keiser Stoms Edu- new heights and drive organizational Ilana will be attending Oberlin College cational Fund was established to benefit change through the formulation of and Conservatory studying viola perform- and assist in the education of Jewish youth strategy and mission.” ance and mathematics. She aspires to be a living in a single parent family or Jewish For Toba, one of the many rewarding professional violist in a string quartet but is single parents who have custody of their aspects of the conference was connect- very open to the future and what it brings. children. The David Keiser and Lillian Keiser Senior ing with women who had a connection She is looking forward to Oberlin and learn- Stoms Foundation Education Endowment to Omaha: ing from the high-caliber musicians there. It Fund was created to provide funding for uni- “As a Jewish Midwesterner, it’s a great will be challenging, but growing as a musi- versity scholarships to Jewish youth who deal of fun to meet new people across Living cian will be worth the hard work. have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA. Both the country,” she said. “Being from Ne- She expects to miss Shabbat with her awards are based on financial need. braska, many from either coast are not family most when she heads off to Oberlin. For information on scholarship programs, that familiar with our long heritage of “I love performing the rituals at home, going please contact Diane Walker, Scholarship thriving communities in this part of the to Beth Israel Synagogue, and experiencing Administrator at 402.334.6407 or country. It was remarkable to me, when Shabbat with my extended family, the vi- [email protected]. Those inter- women who were attending the confer- brant Omaha Jewish community.” ested in contributing to or endowing schol- ence found out I was from Omaha, Ilana is one of Jewish Omaha’s best and arship funds should contact Howard shared such meaningful connections to will be a great success in all she tackles. Epstein, Executive Director of the Jewish current or former members of our com- Lillian Keiser Stoms and her brother David Federation of Omaha Foundation at munity. For instance, one day at lunch I were native Omahans, and this fund was es- 402.334.6466. Friday Learning Series Continued from page 1 ish state? How should the Jewishness of the Community Engagement and Edu- about this religion and religious legisla- Israel be expressed? cation arm of the Jewish Federation of tion is very broad, underscoring the Rabbi Shlomo invites you to join him Omaha. e series is open to the com- maxim, “two Jews in a room – three to discuss these issues during the two munity free of charge thanks to the sup- opinions.” Some are convinced that Is- classes. Arguments and disagreements port of the Ann Goldstein Programming rael is becoming too religious (Medinat are guaranteed. His goal is that through Endowment Fund. Reservations are not Halcha) – a country controlled by Jew- this process you will go away with a required. While you are encouraged to ish laws. Others insist that Israel is be- deeper understanding of the hot topics attend both sessions, each one will have coming too secular and postmodern. you might see and hear in the news. a wealth of information; and you will e heart of these discussions is the You will not be held responsible for benefit from attending one or both. publishing date | 06.28.19 space reservation | 06.19.19 core question that the State of Israel has solving them. Contact Mark Kirchhoff at Contact our advertising executive to promote your business in this very special edition. grappled with since its establishment: e Friday Learning Series is a joint mkirchhoff@jewishomaha.org or Susan Bernard | 402.334.6559 | [email protected] What does it mean for Israel to be a Jew- program of Beth Israel Synagogue and 402.334.6463 for questions. 4 | The Jewish Press | June 7, 2019

beth el: Shabbat outside the box ozzie noGG “We’re designing programs outside the box,” eth El Synagogue is taking Shab- Erlich continued. “Programs that go to people bat out of the building this sum- in the greater Omaha Jewish community to mer. “We’ve scheduled two provide Jewish experiences that combine reli- unique events in upcoming gious, cultural, educational and artistic pro- weeks,” said Robby Erlich, Beth gramming. I think it’s great engagement for us El Engagement Coordinator. “On Friday to meet people on an entirely different level — evening, June 21, the community is binvited to College World Series Shabbat, and on Friday evening, June 28, the synagogue will host SHOP THE KING OF BUY HERE PAY HERE Shabbat and Shakespeare on the Green. Both programs are designed to meet people where they are.” SONNY GERBER On Friday evening, June 21, a Since 1955 AUTO SALES free bus will take participants from the Beth El parking lot to the Col- lege World Series Shabbat Dinner to a location in the Old Market. The kosher dinner — which will feature On the spot financing ballpark fare and tailgate treats in- cluding veggie wraps, mini hot dogs, Low down payments sides, drinks and parve desserts — Meet people where they begins at 5 p.m. and will be served are, not where you in the venue’s outdoor roof top party would like theM to be Low payments space. Kabbalat Shabbat services, led by Beth El clergy, starts at 6 p.m. Credit: Gilabrand via Wikimedia commons Minimum credit approval at the same location. “Add some extra rauch where they work, live and play — and join to- to this Shabbat, by wearing your favorite team gether outside the sanctuary.” jersey,” Erlich said. The cost of dinner is $5 A story with details on the June 28 Shabbat 4519 Cuming Street 4021 Cuming Street for adults, $3 for kids 6 -12, and $15 for a and Shakespeare on the Green event will run family of four or more. Bus transportation in next week’s Jewish Press. According to Erlich, 402-556-4086 402-558-7400 will take participants back to the synagogue “The program is another example of the way by 7 p.m. “For those who choose to attend Beth El continues to engage the community the College World Series ball game after din- and its needs in creative ways. Hosting a dinner ner, it’s an easy walk to the stadium.” and Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat service at Reservations for dinner are appreciated be- cool locations, for example, will provide a dif- fore June 14, and may be made at Beth El’s ferent feel and experience for our membership website: bethel-omaha.org. and others. You’ll want to be there.” Beth Israel 2019 Annual Meeting Mary Sue GroSSMan next. The following individuals will serve as The 2019 Beth Israel Synagogue Annual board members for the 2019-2020 term: Toba Meeting was held Sunday, May 5. After wel- Cohen-Dunning, President; Julee Katzman, coming the attendees, Presi- Administrative Vice President; dent Toba Cohen-Dunning Jonathan Rockman, Financial presented the state of the syn- Vice President; Bruce Potash, agogue address and reported Membership Vice President; on the many successful activi- Jeff Kirshenbaum, Treasurer; ties and programs during the Lauren Tam, Secretary; Joel past year. Toba then an- Alperson, Shirly Banner, Lynne nounced the selection of Linda Saltzman, Yosef Seigel, Helene Newmann-Potash as the 2019 Volunteer of Shrago, Susie Shyken, Lauren Tam, Sherry the Year, recognizing her on-going volunteer Taxman, Harry Weiner. The Beth Israel Board work with the weekly kiddush. 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This title says it all and could be a champagne goes with everything! catch phrase for your gift giving for Fa- In this homage to Southern cooking and all that’s near and ther’s Day or possibly a belated dear to her heart (make that stomach) is this collection of Mother’s Day gift. Written by a South- recipes followed by the Steak Primer (for steak myths and ern food maven, nationally recognized more) and the Cake Primer (3 basic cakes: white, yellow and as a grilling and barbecue authority chocolate), “lagniappe” a little something extra with three sig- and pit master, founding executive chef nature recipes for the advanced baker, and discover her bak- of NYC and DC Hill Country restau- ing musketeers including her mother and sister. Each recipe rants, teacher and author of seven includes a light-hearted introduction and details of the steak cookbooks related to grilling and BBQ! Lois FRieDMan and cake, clear numerical instructions and other possible This talented woman dedicates the match-up suggestions. Tips include to use Morton’s Kosher book to the bakers and their cakes salt for uncooked steak seasoning she grew up with who believe “You and coarse sea salt for cooked fin- should eat dessert first” and espe- ishing such as fleur de sel or Maldon cially to her dad, Big Lou. flaky salt. For pepper, the gold stan- Making a better cake and steak dard is using black Tellicherry for the at home was Karmel’s inspiration tastiest results. The steaks include for this cookbook that’s loaded from very thin slices to a three-pound with 100 crowd pleasing recipes, wildcat cowboy showstopper toma- the tools you need to choose and hawk. Sidebars cover questions, details cook steak and to bake luscious and her favorite equipment. Mentioned cakes... always do both at home is a steak knife, why it matters and which for the tastiest results. She sug- is preferred. Generously illustrated with gests pairing of steak, sauces, delicious color photographs that will in- sides and cakes for celebrat- spire you to add a little sunshine to your ing and recommends you table and cheer “Bone” Appetit! For Basic create your own versions to Steaks try this recipe. cater to your taste, includ- Lois Friedman can be reached at ReadIt ing beverages, noting that AndEat@yahoo. com.

Basic steaks Steak 101, an easy 5-minutes- Wrap the meat in paper towels a-side way to cook a steak to rid it of excess moisture. Re- Ingredients: place the paper towels as 1 to 4 boneless new York strip needed. Maggie conti steaks or other favorite (steak- Just before grilling, brush both RBJH Director of Activities and Volunteer Services house) variety such as ribeye sides of the steaks with oil and the Frontier strings ensemble recently performed for sen- or filet mignon (12 ounces each season with salt and pepper, if iors in the community at the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. this and at least 1 inch thick) desired. premiere string ensemble comprised of advanced students per- extra-virgin olive oil Place the steaks directly over formed a variety of repertoire - pop songs, fiddle tunes, classi- 1 tsp. kosher salt or more as medium-high heat for about 5 cal show tunes — all from memory. the group has performed needed (optional) minutes. Flip the steaks over and throughout the United states and europe, delighting audiences 1 tsp. whole black peppercorns, continue cooking for about 5 everywhere with their stunt fiddling dance moves and hula coarsely ground (optional) more minutes for medium- hooping while performing music at top speed! the group is Directions: rare(135 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer). under the direction of Ruth Meints, the executive Director for Outdoor Grilling Method: Direct/Medium-High Heat (about 400 de- Remove the steaks from the grill and set them on a platter. Allow the omaha conservatory of Music and violin faculty at the grees F) them to rest for at least 5 minutes, but no longer than 10 minutes be- University of nebraska - omaha. Many in the audience com- Preheat the grill with all burners on high. Once preheated, adjust the fore serving. mented that this was the best program they have ever had. temperature to medium-high heat for direct grilling. Serves 4. 6 | The Jewish Press | June 7, 2019 community Sing, Sing, Swing at RBJH

Have you asked yourself how far you can ics department at 402.334.6473 or email MaGGie COnTi swim in 2019? Sign up and log all of your [email protected]. Director of Activities and Volunteer Services swim sessions from January through Decem- This challenge is open to JCC Members of Community Concert with Sing, Sing, Swing Orchestra: Friday, June 14, at 1:45 p.m. in the JCC ber. Those who swim 100 miles or more (the all ages. Cost is $10 (code: 14-001). auditorium. There is no admission fee. everyone is welcome. The Sing, Sing, Swing Orchestra distance from Jerusalem to Haifa) will receive You can register online via our website or has been entertaining across the Midwest since 1990. known for their love of swing music, ex- a t-shirt! by calling the JCC Registrar at 402.334.6419. pect to hear In the Mood, One O’clock Jump and Benny Goodman’s Sing, Sing, Sing. Joined by If that seems too easy, kick it up a notch by You can also stop by or call Member Services vocalist Julie Baker, you will LOVe this Sentimental Journey back to the ‘40s! There is no ad- swimming the entire 372 miles! For all ques- at 402.334.6426 anytime. mission fee and all are welcome. This concert is generously sponsored by the ruth riekes tions, please ontact Ben Novak in the aquat- richards endowment Fund of the Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation. Come have lunch be- fore the Swing concert with a Mainstreeters $5 coupon for the STar deli. There will be coupons for Mainstreeters at The STar deli cashier. The STar deli is open for business at 11:30 a.m. on JCC Pool inclement weather policy Main Street at the rose Blumkin Jewish home. The JCC follows the National Weather Service will close for 30 minutes, meaning no one is al- policy for inclement weather. In the event of lowed in either body of water. weather involving lightning and thunder, the follow- n Lightning: When lightning is spotted, the ing policies and procedures will be observed in both pools will be closed. Pools will re-open 30 minutes the outdoor and indoor pools. We thank you for post storm or when deemed appropriate by staff. Organizations your understanding and cooperation as we follow For additional policies at the Goldstein Aquatic these policies to ensure your safety and well-being. Center, please visit http://www.jewishomaha. B’nai B’riTh BreadBreakerS n Thunder: When thunder is heard, the pools org/jcc/aquatics/view/policies-and-procedures/. B’nai B’rith Breadbreakers meets weekly on Wednesdays at the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home auditorium from noon to 1 p.m. For specific speaker information, please email [email protected], Bread- breakers chairman. For more information or to be placed on the email list call 402.334.6443 or See full digital issues at https://issuu.com/jewishpress7 [email protected].

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roald dahl’s Matilda the Musical at the rose kori radloff Matilda the Musical runs at The Rose, June 7-30, 2019, with hen a young girl with extraordinary gifts performances on Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and finds herself pitted against an unfair world, Sundays at 2 p.m. The 2 p.m. show of Matilda on Saturday, she uses her unique talents (and a certain June 15 will be interpreted for people who are deaf or hard amount of naughtiness) to change the seem- of hearing, and captioning devices will be available, if needed. ingly inevitable end to her story, in Matilda, This show will also include audio description services for au- a musical adaptation of the Roald Dahl book playing at The dience members who are blind. Rose Theater, June 7-30. Community members Eva and Lil- Contact The Rose Box Office at 402.345.4849 for more in- lianW Cohen are among the cast. formation. Inspired by the twisted Tickets for Matilda the genius of Roald Dahl and Musical are $27 for main packed with high-energy floor and $22 for balcony. dance numbers, Matilda the Members of The Rose re- Musical introduces audi- ceive discounted tickets to ences to the story of a bril- the production. Matilda the liant child born to selfish Musical is sponsored by and ignorant parents. Children’s Hospital & Med- While other parents see ical Center, Nebraska Fur- their children as the most niture Mart, Mutual of precious gifts in the world, Omaha, the Nebraska Arts the Wormwoods hurl in- Council and the Nebraska sults at their daughter Cultural Endowment. Matilda, refusing to ac- Special opening night ac- knowledge that she is a girl tivities are sponsored by and viewing her as simply Kiewit Companies. In the an obstacle in their paths as a used car salesman and would- spirit of Matilda’s love for reading, The Rose is partnering be dance champion. Matilda -- who is, in fact, a highly-intel- with the Junior League of Omaha to host a “Book of My Own” ligent and precocious girl with astonishing wit and obsessed book drive throughout the run of Matilda the Musical. Audi- with reading -- quickly learns that she must take charge of ences are encouraged to bring a donation of gently-used her own upbringing. books with subject matter appropriate for ages 0-18. Books Twelve-year-old Maddie Smith takes on the title role of should be in “gift or saleable condition,” with no torn covers, Matilda. Smith most recently appeared in The Rose’s world ripped pages, writing, chewed marks or water damage. premiere production of The Doll Maker’s Gift. The Rose Theater is one of the largest and most accomplished The set of Matilda reflects the character’s love of reading. children’s theaters in the nation, with a reputation for enriching More than 3000 books have been used to create the massive the lives of children and families through top-quality profes- set that fills The Rose stage from rafter to floor. This large sional productions and arts education. We take pride knowing scale environment features a variety of hidden pockets that that The Rose is the place where children of all ages experience transform into different scenes in Matilda’s world -- her class- theater for the first time, and weare dedicated to helping them room, Trunchbull’s office, the Wormwood’s home and more. appreciate theater for a lifetime.

omaha Chamber Music Society Summer Concert Series The Omaha Chamber Music Society has announced its 2019 Summer PiaNo TrioS: BEETHoVEN’S ARCHDUKE: June 30, 3 p.m. Concert Series, with four performances taking place over four week- Beethoven’s beloved Trio, dedicated to his aristocratic patron, ends at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Each concert features musi- Archduke Rudolph, is at once noble of spirit, warm and brilliant. cians familiar to the Omaha community, including artists from the You’ll also be treated to a bit of Café Music by American composer Omaha Symphony, Omaha Conservatory faculty members and friends to Paul Schoenfield, who called the piece “high-class dinner music!” the Omaha Classical Music community. The concerts all take place on Opening the festivities is Rebecca Clarke’s impassioned Trio that in- Sunday afternoons at 3 p.m., with pre-concert talks happening at vites you to track its theme through colorful variations. 2:40 p.m. in the Recital Hall across from the Conservatory Concert Hall. PiaNo dUoS: CHriSTi aNd JENNifEr rETUrN: July 7, 3 p.m. BraNdENBUrG & BraHMS: June 16, 3 p.m. What could be grander than two grand pianos played by stellar pi- The burnished voices of two violas seduce your ears when Brian anists?! That’s what awaits you when Christi and Jennifer return to Sherwood and Tyler Sieh step into the spotlight in our season opener. amaze us with their artistry. Come along on a musical tour of the Eu- Bach’s exuberant Concerto No. 6 and Telemann’s Concerto for Two ropean continent, extending from Spain to Russia and including Violas bring Baroque elegance and virtuosity to the forefront. Chabrier’s sultry, zesty España; Shostakovich’s propulsive Suite, Op. Brahms’ exquisite Sextet for strings completes this splendid concert. 6; and Chopin’s dazzling Rondo, his only work for two pianos. oMaHa BraSS: June 23, 3 p.m. Tickets are available online at https://www.omahachambermu- The flashy sounds of a brass quintet are the perfect entertainment sic .org/ticketsbeta/ as well as the door at each concert. The for a summer afternoon. You’ll enjoy a delightful range of works – Omaha Chamber Music Society is a 501c(3) nonprofit, performs and everything from upbeat, animated tempos to lyrical sonorities and produces over 16 concerts each season with partners such as classy jazz arrangements of Duke Ellington’s favorites; plus, KANEKO, Gallery 1516 and the JCC, as well as engages in commu- Jonathan Newman’s Prayers of Steel, inspired by and pulsing with nity service and education programs with Josie Harper Hospice the energy of Carl Sandberg’s Chicago Poems. House and Omaha Public Schools. PAID ADVERTISEMENT

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Above: JCC Camp counselors participate in a bonding Above: Thursday, May 23, Friedel Jewish Academy graduates received exercise during orientation week. During a session their diplomas. Front to back: Darby Smith, Gabor Obora-Petro, Liora taught by JFS Executive Director Karen Gustafson, Shapiro, Abiel Oregon, Lily Tam and Shilo Abramovich. they mastered the “human knot.” Below: Ari and Sara Kohen with their son Micah. Micah recently gradu- Below: RBJH Resident Bettie Muskin opened up the ated from the CDC and will be starting Friedel Jewish Academy in the RBJH Talent Show by singing America the Beautiful fall, where he will join older siblings Judah and Talia. with Emily Clement, Activities Coordinator.

Above: Diane has been a volunteer at the Rose Blumkin Jewish home for the past six months. “I really enjoy sewing shawls and creating fidget blankets for our wonderful residents at RBJH.” In addition to creating these items, Diane also helps mend resi- dent clothing.

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Above: Beth El teachers Amy Dworin and Eadie Tsabari wish Walden and Albert Beha well on their upcoming move to England on the last day of BESTT. Left: BESTT parents and students in K-2 enjoyed their Habonim outing to The Makery where each student got to design and paint their own wall plaque. The Jewish Press | June 7, 2019 | 9 viewpoint The strange debate on circumcision thejewishpress ANNETTE vAN dE KAMP-WRiGhT people. Barbaric, uncivilized and, most of all, Weird. clawing the rabbi. For a few days afterward, I cursed my (Founded in 1920) Editor, Jewish Press Those who would like to see ritual circumcision banned God and everyone else for creating the bloody mess in the Abby Kutler he topic of circumcision is rarely grounds for call themselves ‘Intactivists.’ In an interview about his diaper. But then the penis healed and assumed its familiar President great conversation. And when it makes the 2001 movie American Circumcision, Brendon Matturo heart shape and I promptly forgot about the whole Annette van de Kamp-Wright Editor news, it’s usually for uncomfortable reasons- calls it “a violation of human rights to remove a part of a trauma. Apparently some people never do.” Richard Busse like non-Jewish politicians coming up with person’s body without their consent.” He also says “The I’m with Rosin; while my son’s actual bris was a less Creative Director reasonable-sounding arguments against it. procedure itself is traumatic and painful and harms the in- than pleasant affair, I never for one second questioned we Susan Bernard Case in point: “The Dutch Health Ministry said it is fant from the moment it occurs.” Grown men who claim would circumcise our son. But I’m a woman and I don’t Advertising Executive cracking down on Jews who perform circumcisions with- they are fine, “probably Lori Kooper-Schwarz T Assistant Editor out a medical degree or title,” Cnaan Lipshiz wrote for the don’t know much about Gabby Blair Jewish Telegraphic Agency last week. “Two of the most the subject,” he concludes. Staff Writer popular mohels, or ritual circumcisers, in the Jewish com- The first I heard of “In- Thierry Ndjike munity were the target of a probe by the ministry, it said tactivism,” was when the Accounting in a statement. The Netherlands has a handful of mohels local news reported about Jewish Press Board Abby Kutler, President; Eric Dunning, and, as is common around the world, some of the more a lone protester walking Ex Officio; Laura Dembitzer; Candice popular ones are not recognized as medical caregivers.” near Dodge, wearing white Friedman; Jill Idelman; Andy Isaacson; Michael Kaufman; David Kotok; I’ll be honest; I personally prefer a mohel to have a med- coveralls with a splash of Natasha Kraft; Debbie Kricsfeld; Eric ical degree. But when people start to criticize circumcision red ink in an awkward Shapiro and Amy Tipp. The mission of the Jewish Federa- I’m also paranoid; on many occasions, criticism of ritual place. After a little bit of tion of Omaha is to build and sustain a circumcision doesn’t pass the smell test. digging, I found out he was strong and vibrant Omaha Jewish Community and to support Jews in Is- “In 2010, the Royal Dutch Medical Association called part of an organization rael and around the world. Agencies of for banning non-medical circumcision of boys, arguing that called “Bloodstained Men the Federation are: Community Rela- it introduced unnecessary risks and violated the rights of and their Friends.” They regularly protest around the coun- truly know what it’s like for circumcised men. Also, were tions Committee, Jewish Community Center, Center for Jewish LIfe, Jewish underage patients. Across Western Europe, children’s wel- try. Their website has a ‘do-it-yourself’ kit, where you can someone to ask me why I don’t question whether I made Social Services, and the Jewish Press. fare activists, as well as anti-immigration ones, are pro- print your signs and such. the right decision, I’m not sure I would have a ready answer. Guidelines and highlights of the Jewish Press, including front page sto- moting bans on circumcision, though no country has The question is: for someone who is in favor of brit It was an emotional issue, not a rational or practical one. ries and announcements, can be found adopted them. In 2012, a German court ruled that non- milah, what is the proper response to pushback? Maybe that’s the real reason this debate seems to not online at: wwwjewishomaha.org; click on ‘Jewish Press.’ medical circumcision of children amounts to abuse, but “Anyone with a heart would agree that the Jewish bris go anywhere-- and why it just feels like a lot of people Editorials express the view of the the German parliament subsequently passed legislation ex- is a barbaric event,” Hannah Rosin wrote in a 2009 New screaming without anyone coming up with a solution. I writer and are not necessarily repre- sentative of the views of the Jewish plicitly allowing circumcision.” (JTA) York Magazine article. “Grown-ups sit chatting politely, know one thing, though: walking around in white coveralls Press Board of Directors, the Jewish But these attacks on Jewish rituals aren’t happening in wiping the cream cheese off their lips, while some reli- with a faux bloodstain you-know-where isn’t going to con- Federation of Omaha Board of Direc- tors, or the Omaha Jewish community a vacuum. Complaints about ritual circumcision go hand- gious guy with minimal medical training prepares to slice vince anyone to change their minds. as a whole. The Jewish Press re- in-hand with criticism of ritual slaughter. It’s cruel, the op- up a newborn’s penis. The helpless thing wakes up from a Editorials express the view of the writer and are not nec- serves the right to edit signed letters and articles for space and content. ponents say, inhumane. Some refer to circumcision as a womb-slumber howling with pain. I felt near hysterical at essarily representative of the views of the Jewish Press The Jewish Press is not responsible sex crime. And with that way of thinking comes the dan- both of my sons’ brisses. Pumped up with new-mother Board of Directors, the Jewish Federation of Omaha Board for the Kashrut of any product or es- ger of not only calling our practices inhumane, but us as hormones, I dug my nails into my palms to keep from of Directors, or the Omaha Jewish community as a whole. tablishment. Editorial The Jewish Press is an agency of the Jewish Federation of Omaha. Deadline for copy, ads and photos is: For lactose intolerant Jews, Shavuot’s dairy diet is a test of intestinal fortitude Thursday, 9 a.m., eight days prior to SARAh GoLd rice, lentils or fava beans, generously slathered with our paradoxical affinity for, and intolerance of, the publication. E-mail editorial material and photos to: avandekamp@jew JTA labneh. 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But mass7produced Editor may edit letters for content and space restrictions. Letters may be pub- significance of dairy in Shavuot cele7 versions of these items, especially lished without giving an opposing view. brations. Some invoke the idea that pasteurized dairy products, are a far Information shall be verified before printing. All letters must be signed by since the Torah laid out the dietary re7 cry from those our ancestors likely the writer. The Jewish Press will not strictions on non7kosher meat for the consumed. Little wonder we’ve inher7 publish letters that appear to be part of an organized campaign, nor letters first time, the Israelites celebrated ited the love, but not the same toler7 copied from the Internet. No letters with the only foods that conformed to ance, for dairy. should be published from candidates the new laws of kashrut 8until they As a way to savor the original tra7 running for office, but others may write on their behalf. purchased meat7only dishes, that is9. ditions of Shavuot, Yoskowitz recom7 Letters of thanks should be con- Others involve mystical numerology Many traditional Shavuot foods, like cheesecake, are hard for lactose-intolerant mends that modern7day Jews try fined to commending an institution for a program, project or event, rather than 8in particular, the Kabbalistic inter7 Jews to digest. Credit: Pixabay making some of these preparations personally thanking paid staff, unless pretation of the Hebrew letters spelling “milk”9 or of Ashkenazim are lactase7deficient 8lacking the from scratch. the writer chooses to turn the “Letter to the Editor” into a paid personal ad scriptural passages in which God promises the Is7 enzyme that allows for easy digestion of the lactose “Making your own farmer’s cheese, or cream or a news article about the event, proj- raelites a “land of milk and honey.” sugar in milk products9. Though less studied, the cheese, or even your own butter, and using them ect or program which the professional staff supervised. For information, con- Still other theories offer a more practical explana7 condition is also considered prevalent among to make hamantaschen or pierogi is a great way to tact Annette van de Kamp-Wright, tion: The holiday falls during the spring, when calves Sephardic and Mediterranean Jews. see how different these dishes can taste from what Jewish Press Editor, 402.334.6450. are weaned and cows produce a surfeit of milk. Explanations for this genetic tendency abound, we’re used to,” he says. Postal The Jewish Press (USPS 275620) Whatever the reason, dairy dishes have become but many seem to indicate that pastoral peoples, Such treats may also go down a bit easier than is published weekly (except for the part of Shavuot celebrations among nearly all parts who stayed rooted in place long enough to culti7 their more convenient counterparts. Studies have first week of January and July) on Fri- day for $40 per calendar year U.S.; of the Jewish Diaspora. According to the New vate and graze livestock, more easily developed shown that fermented or cultured products, like $80 foreign, by the Jewish Federation York7based culinary authors and Jewish food his7 dairy tolerance, while more nomadic subcultures kefir, sour cream and labneh, tend to have less of Omaha. Phone: 402.334.6448; torians Jayne Cohen and Jennifer Abadi, while 6 whose members may have relied more on sheep lactose and more lactase than the non7cultured FAX: 402.334.5422. Periodical postage paid at Omaha, cheesecake, blintzes and kugel are traditional and goats than cows, and who may have preferred varieties. NE. 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Tikkun Leil Shavuot, 8 p.m. at Tifereth Israel. Desert Recep- Howell, and Imam Jamal Daoudi. Tri-Faith Interim Executive B’nai israel synagogue tion, 8 p.m. followed by learining with Rabbi Appleby, 8:15- Director Wendy Goldberg will be our moderator. This will be a Join us for our monthly Shabbat Speakers Series on June 9 p.m. and Havdalah and short break, 9-9:15 p.m. followed beautiful evening of study and friendship that you do not B’nai israel 14, Dinner at 5:45 p.m. (RSVP to Nancy Wolf) and service at by learning with Nancy Coren presents, 9:15-10 p.m.; Hav- want to miss! Panel #1 – The First Tablet: For the Love of synagogue 7 p.m. with guest speaker Rabbi Steven Abraham. Please dalah (72 minutes), 10:08 p.m. God, What Do You Want from Us?! 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 618 Mynster Street note the special earlier time. Our service leader is Larry sunday-shavuot: Adult Hebrew Prayer Class, 11:30 Panel #2 – The Second Tablet: Adultery, Coveting, and Other Council Bluffs, IA 51503-0766 Blass, and as always, an Oneg to follow service. Everyone is a.m.; Come learn and play Pickleball, 7-9 p.m. All equipment Big No-No’s, 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Children’s Shavuot activities: 712.322.4705 always welcome at B’nai Israel! furnished. Wear comfortable clothing. For questions, call or What are the Ten Commandments and Why Are They Impor- email: text Miriam Wallick at [email protected]; Candle Light- tant to Us? 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fun and educational Tri-faith [email protected] For information on our historic synagogue, contact any of our board members: Scott Friedman, Rick Katelman, Howard ing, 10:09 p.m. kids activities led by Natasha Kraft and Ben Brodkey for kids Kutler, Carole Lainof, Wayne Lainof, Sissy Silber, Nancy Wolf, monday-shavuot: Havdalah (72 minutes), 10:09 p.m. entering K-6th grade in the fall. Sitter service also available. Beth el or email [email protected]. SST is partnering with "We Can Do This" to provide week- RSVP for kids programming to Temple Israel, rsVp@templ synagogue Handicap Accessible. end meals to the children of the F Street Community Center. eisraeloma ha.com or 402.556.6536. Member of United Synagogues Join us as we provide lunch on the third Sunday of every sunday: 2nd Sunday Breakfast at the Stephen Center, of Conservative Judaism month. Food/monetary donations, meal preparation and assis- 8:30 a.m.; Shavuot Service and Yizkor, 10:30 am. 14506 California Street Beth el synagogue tance with setting up, serving, and clean-up are needed! We thursday: The History of the Jewish People, 10 a.m. Omaha, NE 68154-1980 Services conducted by Rabbi Steven Abraham and Hazzan will serve our next meal on June 16 at 2:30 p.m. For more in- with Scott Goldberg. 402.492.8550 Michael Krausman. formation, contact Aimee Hyten at [email protected]. Heartland Pride with Jewish Omaha!, saturday, June bethel-omaha.org friday: Kamp Kef, 9 a.m.; Annual Meeting and Six As you start to make summer plans, consider sending your 29, 9 a.m. Save the date and plan to march with Temple Is- String Shabbat with Dinner, 5 p.m. Dessert Reception follow- child to LJCS CAMP ISRAEL, July 22–aug. 2, 9 a.m.–2 rael and others from our Jewish community at the Heartland Beth israel ing service. p.m. at Tifereth Israel. Light Kosher dairy snack and lunch in- Pride Parade. We will have a quick Shabbat morning service saturday: Shabbat Morning Service, 9:30 a.m.; Min- cluded. Tuition for each week is $75 per camper. This pro- at 8 a.m. sharp with breakfast, followed by marching in the synagogue gram is open to children ages 5-14. We require ALL campers pride parade. Watch the eTidings for more information as we Member of Union of Orthodox cha following Shabbat morning services; Shavuot Mincha, Jewish Congregations of America 8:30 p.m. followed by Study Session 1 with Dr. Leonard to be registered through the LJCS, therefore we cannot ac- finalize plans. We support our LBGT+ members, friends, and 12604 Pacific Street Greenspoon and Ma’ariv, 9:30 p.m. followed by Study Ses- cept drop-in guests. family! To sign-up for the walk, please contact Temple Israel, Omaha, NE. 68154 sion 2 with Rabbi Abraham. 402.556.6536. 402.556.6288 weekday serViCes: Sundays, 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 [email protected] p.m.; weekdays, 7 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. offutt air forCe Base sunday: Shavuot Festival Morning Service — Day 1, friday: Services, 7:30 p.m. every first and third of the tifereth israel 9:30 a.m.; Shavuot Children Program, 10 a.m. month. Services conducted by lay leader Nancy Coren. Office ChaBad house hours: monday-friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. An Affiliate of Chabad-Lubavitch monday: Office Closed; Shavuot Services Day 2 with 1866 South 120 Street Yizkor, 9:30 a.m. rose Blumkin Jewish home friday: No Shabbat Service; Candlelighting, 8:38 p.m. Omaha, NE 68144-1646 tuesday: Mahjong, 1 p.m.; Chesed Committee visits saturday: Shabbat Service, 10 a.m. followed by light 402.330.1800 Remington, 2 p.m.; New Board Orientation, 6 p.m. saturday: Services, 9:15 a.m. led by Stan Edelstein. kiddush lunch; Got Shabbat, 11 a.m.; Tikkun Leil Shavuot, 8- OChabad.com thursday: Shanghai, 1 p.m. Services will be held in the Chapel. Members of the com- 10 p.m. We will enjoy dessert, recite Havdallah, and engage email: [email protected] munity are invited to attend. in two learning sessions led by Rabbi Teri Appleby and Nancy Coren; Havdalah (72 minutes), 9:39 p.m. Beth israel synagogue temple israel sunday: Mincha, 7 p.m.; Come learn and play Pickleball, Congregation Services conducted by Rabbi Ari Dembitzer 7-9 p.m. All equipment furnished. Wear comfortable clothing. B’nai Jeshurun friday: Shacharit, 7 a.m.; Mincha/Ma’ariv, 7:30 p.m.; friday: Shabbat Evening Service, 6 p.m. Everyone cele- For questions, call or text Miriam Wallick at South Street Temple Candle Lighting, 8:37 p.m. brating a birthday or anniversary in June will be invited up to [email protected]. Union for Reform Judaism share in a special blessing. monday: Office Closed; Services, 10 a.m.; Yizkor, 11 2061 South 20th Street saturday-erev shavuot: Shacharit, 9 a.m.; Insights saturday: Torah Study, 9:15 a.m.; Shabbat Morning a.m. Lincoln, NE 68502-2797 into the Weekly Torah Portion, 7:30 p.m.; Mincha/Seudah 402.435.8004 Shlishit/Shavuot: A Night of Introspection and in-depth Learn- Service, 10:30 a.m.; More Than a Joke: Shavuot Edition, 5- The unveiling of a monument for Irwin Goldenberg will be www.southstreettemple.org ing and Meal Part I, 8 p.m.; Candle Lighting/Ma’ariv, 9:45 8:30 p.m. Multi-generational Shavuot service and dairy din- held sunday, June 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Mt. Carmel Ceme- p.m.; Kiddush/Shavuot: A Night of Introspection and in-depth ner 5 p.m. Service and dinner is open to the entire tery. Please help Irwin's family say kaddish in the presence of Learning and Part 2, 10 p.m. congregation. RSVP to Temple Israel, rsVp@ templeis- a minyan. offutt air sunday-shavuot day 1: Early Shachris, 5:20 a.m.; raelomaha.com or 402.556.6536. At 6:30 p.m. Panel ses- As you start to make summer plans, consider sending your forCe Base Late Shachris, 9 am.; Mincha, 7:30 p.m. sions and children's activities, open to the entire Tri-Faith child to LJCS CAMP ISRAEL, July 22–aug. 2, 9 a.m.–2 Capehart Chapel monday-shavuot yizkor: Office Closed; Shacharit, 9 community. Tri-Faith clergy partners will join our rabbis for a p.m. at Tifereth Israel. Light Kosher dairy snack and lunch in- 2500 Capehart Road a.m.; Shavuot Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.; Havdalah, 9:48 p.m. holiday edition of More Than a Joke – an evening of conver- cluded. Tuition for each week is $75 per camper. This pro- Offutt AFB, NE 68123 tuesday: Shacharit, 7 a.m.; Mincha/Ma’ariv, 8:40 sation about the Ten Commandments in Judaism, Christianity, gram is open to children ages 5-14. We require ALL campers 402.294.6244 p.m. at Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. and Islam. Our panelists will be Rabbi Brian Stoller, Rabbi to be registered through the LJCS, therefore we cannot ac- email: [email protected] wednesday: Shacharit, 7 a.m.; Board of Commission- Deana Sussman Berezin, Rev. Dr. Chris Alexander, Rev. Will cept drop-in guests. ers Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Rose Blumkin Jewish Home; Min- rose Blumkin cha/ Ma’ariv, 8:40 p.m. at Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. Jewish home thursday: Shacharit, 7 a.m.; Connecting with Our Family Taekwondo and other summer opportunities 323 South 132 Street Faith, 9:30 a.m. with Rabbi Ari; Mincha/Ma’ariv, 8:40 p.m. Omaha, NE 68154 at Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. at the Jewish Community Center The Omaha ATA Martial Arts Black Belt rector of Athletics at 402.59092144 or lbran temple israel ChaBad house Academy offers Taekwondo at the J. Classes meet nenjccomaha.org. Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) 3 times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sun9 School Break Specials are full day programs for Office hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Friday, 13111 Sterling Ridge Drive days, and are held in the Groiup Exercise Studio. kids who are out of school for scheduled breaks or 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Services conducted by Rabbi Mendel Katzman. Omaha, NE 68144-1206 The whole family is encouraged to friday: Shacharit, 7 a.m. followed by coffee, treats, 402.556.6536 participate together. The more study and shmoozing. templeisraelomaha.com members of your family that sign up, saturday: Shabbat Morning Service, 9:30 a.m. the more you save! Fees are collected weekdays: Shacharit, 7 a.m. followed by coffee, on a monthly basis. Taekwondo is tifereth israel treats, study and shmoozing. Member of United Synagogue of open to JCC Members only. sunday: Service, 8:30 a.m.; Reading of the Ten Com- Conservative Judaism In addition, the JCC offers a mandments, 11 a.m. followed by Shavuot Garden Party 3219 Sheridan Boulevard Ladies Empowerment Introduction Luncheon. Lincoln, NE 68502-5236 to Self Defense. We are proud to wednesday: Mystical Thinking, 9:30 a.m. with Rabbi 402.423.8569 partner with Omaha ATA Martial Arts Black weather related closings. School Break Specials are Katzman. tiferethisraellincoln.org Belt Academy to present a new self9defense class a time for fun, food and friends! There will be thursday: Talmud Class, noon with Rabbi Katzman. for women. Participants will learn the basics of awesome projects, fun, and games. The mornings All programs are open to the entire community. For more blocking, striking and kicking, and easy escape will be filled with either a field trip or special ac9 information call 402.330.1800 or visit www.ochabad.com. tricks. feel confident and empowered! No equip9 tivity. Drop off and pick up for are in the JCC ment, uniform, or prior training is required. This Youth Lounge. Regular hours are from 9 a.m. to Congregation B’nai Jeshurun class is open to JCC Members of all ages*. We en9 4 p.m., Before and After Care hours are 7 a.m. courage you to enroll with a friend to have as a through 6 p.m. For more details, contact Director Services conducted by Rabbi Teri Appleby. training partner. of Youth Programs Allison Burger at 402.334.6409 friday: First Friday Family Service, 6:30 p.m. featuring *Those under the age of 13 must attend with an or aburgerjccomaha.org or Amanda Welsh, music by Jonathan Leo; Oneg, 7:30 p.m.; Candlelighting, adult. Assistant Director of Youth Programs at 8:38 p.m. For more information about either of these 402.590.2152 or awelshjccomaha.org. saturday-erev shavuot: Shabbat Morning Service, programs, please contact Lynette Brannen, Di9 9:30 a.m.; Torah Study on the Book of Ruth, 10:45 a.m.; The Jewish Press | June 7, 2019 | 11

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