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Million Dollar Dinner Lives Up to its Name

By Phyllis Shaikun The Jewish Federation of Louisville’s Million Dollar Dinner on Saturday, De- cember 13, at the Standard Club, lived up to its name and attracted a festive crowd of more than 200 to celebrate the community successfully raising over that sum during the Week of Giving ef- fort held December 7-13. The gala was a thank you to donors and to volunteers who worked tirelessly, along with 2015 Campaign Chair Doug Gordon and Co- chair Ariel Kronenberg, to ensure the million-dollar mark would be reached by the night of the dinner. Gordon emceed the proceedings and began the evening’s formal program by thanking the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence for the use of the Standard Club and to Heaven Hill Distilleries for contributing the alcohol for the evening. Gordon then recognized past presi- dents and chairs from the Jewish Com- munity Center, Jewish Community Federation and Jewish Community of Louisville who provided inspiration and leadership that set the path and brought us to this point. He shared highlights of their collective accomplishments, which A group of past and present CenterStage performers entertained the audience at the tenth annual Light Up CenterStage on December 6. The event finished off Center- see Million dollar page 16 Stage’s portion of the Meet the Challenge campaign, meaning the theate will get new chairs and a curtain. See story page 8.

JCC to Celebrate 125 Years of Service to Louisville by Lisa Hornung rich history, said Ralph Green, committee informally in literary and social clubs in Communications Specialist co-chair. “Many of those in the Jewish the city. The minutes of the charter meet- community who have been active here ing said the organization would be “an As- The Jewish Community Center will cel- grew up at the JCC.” sociation, the objects of which shall be the ebrate its 125th anniversary this year, and “The JCC has been in Louisville for 125 moral, religious, educational, social and with so many opportunities to celebrate, years, which is a big deal,” said Michelle physical advancement of its members.” you’re sure to find a few in which to par- Tasman, committee co-chair. Dues were set at $6 per year. By the end Cantor David Lipp and Rabbi Michael Wolk light a ticipate. Louisville’s JCC began as the Young of that year, a gym – at a cost of $3,500 – candle to kick off the Million Dollar Dinner at the “We have one of the oldest Jewish com- Men’s Hebrew Association on January 14, had been constructed on the east side of Standard Club on December 13. The gala was a thank munity centers in the country, with a long, 1890, after several years of people meeting see JCC 125 page 19 you to donors and volunteers.

index Shavit Discusses Book, Israel’s Importance;

JCRC Update...... 2 Kashua to Talk of Life as an Israeli Arab Wishnia Europe Trip ...... 3 by Lisa Hornung Summer Interns...... 3 and Shiela Steinman Wallace

POSTAGE Jewish Film Festival...... 5 KENTUCKY LOUISVILLE On December 7, the Louisville Jewish/Is- PERIODICALS Calendar of Events...... 5 Amb. Prosor Speech...... 6-7 raeli Author Series brought Ari Shavit, the Light Up CenterStage...... 8-9 author of My Promised Land in to speak at Nelson Concert...... 10 Adath Jeshurun at an event sponsored by Federation Update...... 11 Adath Jeshurun and co-sponsored by Tem- YAD Annual Event...... 11 ple Shalom. JCL Briefing...... 12 The series will continue on Friday, Jan- PJ Library @ Barnes and Nobel...... 12 uary 23, at the Jewish Community Center. Schrader Scholarship...... 15 The community is invited to participate in A Capella Festival...... 18 Kabbalat Shabbat services at 5:30 p.m. fol- Community Impact Grants...... 18 lowed by dinner and discussion with Rabbi Toddler Nutrition Forum...... 18 Danya Ruttenberg, author of Holy Frustra- JFCS Calendar...... 20 tion and Radical Amazement: Parenting as a Stuart Goldberg, Phyllis Shaikun and Michael Shaikun Gross Released from Cuba...... 21 Spiritual Discussion. The dinner is $18 for at the Jewish/Israeli Author Series reading by Ari Shavit on December 7. Teen Topics...... 22 adults and $10 for children, and babysitting Newsmakers...... 22 is available. It is sponsored by the JCC and Chavurat Shalom...... 22 Keneseth Israel. program is sponsored by Keneseth Israel. Around Town...... 23-25 The following day, Rabbi Ruttenberg On Thursday and Friday, February 12 Lifecycle...... 27 will be the guest and featured speaker at and 13, the University of Louisville Jewish D’var Torah...... 27 Keneseth Israel for the Shabbat service and Studies Department and The Temple are kiddush luncheon starting at 9:30 a.m. This see SHAVIT page 7 2 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 JCRC UPDATE by Matt Goldberg, Director CommunityCommunit is published monthly by theJewish y Community’s circulation has Jewish Community Relations Council to the far right and forming a coalition Community of Louisville, Inc., 3600 Dutchmans Lane, been audited by the Circulation is a complicated affair. The ruling party Louisville, KY 40205-3216. Verification Council. must cobble together a 61 seat colition out USPS #020-068 at Louisville, KY. This past month saw protests in the of the 120 seats in the Knesset. 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*Message and data rates may apply from your wireless carrier. DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 3 Europe Trip Exposes Couple to Jewish Culture, History in Budapest and Prague by Carol Wishnia On July 6, Jake and I flew to Budapest for a two-week vacation in Europe. We had arranged to stay three days in Buda- pest to tour the city and its Jewish sites before taking a Danube River cruise and to stay in Prague for three days after the cruise to tour that city and its Jewish sites. Budapest is divided into two sections, Buda and Pest, divided by the Danube River. Buda is on a hill and Pest is on a flat plain. In medieval times, Jews lived in Buda as merchants, shopkeepers and craftsmen. A synagogue was built in 1307, but was destroyed a number of years later. The Jews were expelled several times but allowed to return and gained promi- nence. Jews lived in Pest as early as 1407 and built their first synagogue there in 1787. The period from 1873 to World War II was a time of prosperity. Theodor Herzl was born in Pest. Following World War I, the Jewish community grew to 246,000. At the beginning of the war Hungary sid- ed with Germany, so Budapest was not occupied until 1944 and 80,000-90,000 Jews survived the Holocaust in Budapest. Today about 80 percent of the Jews are Neolog (Reform and Conservative) and the rest are Orthodox. Budapest boasts the largest syna- gogue in Europe on Dohany Street. Carol and Jake Wishnia traveled to Budapest and Prague recently and visited several Jewish historical sites. There are 26 active synagogues there along with three new Jewish schools houses a huge library of more than ish Quarter. The Old-New Synagogue The Jewish Town Hall in Prague dates and two small yeshivot. There are also 150,000 priceless volumes of Jewish lit- is the oldest landmark of the Jewish from the 16th century and is in Baroque kosher restaurants. erature. Quarter. It was built in the 13th centu- style. It features a clock with Hebrew We toured the Jewish quarter. The huge After our three days in Budapest, we ry. The main building is surrounded by numbers whose hands move counter Dohany Street Synagogue seats 3,000 boarded the Avalon Panorama for our low annexes that serve as a vestibule and clockwise. people. It was built in Byzantine Moorish cruise on the Danube. During a stop, in women’s sections. Women can hear the Nearby is the Old Jewish Cemetery. It style with ceramic decorations and onion Vienna, we went to a wonderful bakery services through narrow apertures in holds 12,000 tombstones for more that domes, between 1854 and 1859. and bought a delicious challah, which the walls. 100,000 people buried there. Because The congregation practices Neolog Ju- we shared with some passengers on To this day, the Old-New Synagogue the cemetery was only designed to hold daism but has balconies for the women. the ship. The last stop was Nuremberg, has retained the original seating ar- around 10 percent of the Jews buried Its ark contains 25 Torah scrolls taken Germany, where we disembarked and rangement around the perimeter of the there, some graves are 12 tombs deep. from destroyed or looted temples during boarded a bus for Prague. main hall. It has always been the main The most famous tomb there belongs the Holocaust. Prague is a 1,200-year-old city that synagogue of the Prague Jewish com- to Rabbi Loew who died in 1609 and In the courtyard of the synagogue was not bombed during World War II. munity. was thought to be the creator of the sto- there are mass graves of thousands of The architecture is mixed – baroque, We also saw the Jerusalem Syna- ry of the Golem. Hitler ordered that this Jews from the ghettos in Budapest. A gothic and modern. It has 1.24 million gogue, built in 1905-06 in Moorish cemetery be saved to serve as part of a memorial weeping willow tree made inhabitants and lies on the banks of the Style in the Nove Mesto (New Town), museum after all the Jews had been ex- of granite and steel commemorates all Vltava River (Moldau in German). It is and toured the Pinkas Synagogue built terminated. the Hungarian victims of the Holocaust divided into four sections – Stare Mes- in 1479 in a Renaissance design. Franz The last synagogue that we visited was with each leaf inscribed with a name. to (Old Town), Nove Mesto (New Town), Kafka, a famous Czech writer, attended the Spanish Synagogue built in Moor- We also toured the Rumbach Syna- Mala Strana (Little Quarter), and Jose- services there. ish design by Iberian Jews who came to gogue built between 1869-1872 in Moor- fov (Jewish Quarter). There is also the The earliest religious building on the Prague to escape persecution. ish design. It is being restored. Hradcany (Castle District). site of today’s Pinkas Synagogue is the The Jewish Museum has collections We walked the Jewish quarter see- We had a walking tour of the Mala ritual bath (mikvah) dating from the that allow us to understand the develop- ing other synagogues from the outside. Strana and the Charles Bridge on the 11th century. In the 1950s the synagogue ment of the city’s Jewish community and There is also the Holocaust Memori- afternoon that we arrived in Prague. became the seat of the Memorial of the its culture. The museum exhibitions are al Center and the memorial called the We saw the immense castle across the 77,297, a monument erected in memory located in six different places: five syna- Shoes on the Danube along the Pest em- river and we toured the Old Town, saw of the victims of the Holocaust. Their gogues and the cemetery, a kind of large bankment. It marks the spot where Jews the Astronomical clock built in 1410 and names are inscribed on the walls. It also open-air museum. were shot and thrown into the Danube went to a kosher restaurant called Dinitz houses the exhibition of drawings done Jake and I learned a lot about Jewish during the German occupation. in the Jewish Quarter, where we had a by the children who were imprisoned in history on this trip and would encourage There is a Budapest Rabbinical Sem- delicious meal. the Theresienstadt Concentration Camp others to follow this itinerary. It was re- inary, opened in the early 1900s, which Another day we had a tour of the Jew- from 1942-1944. ally enjoyable!

Summer 2015 Internships are Available for Jewish College Students

It may be dreary December, but the tion technology. College students who community leaders are all part of the ment of young talent are just a few of the summer will be here before we know it. have completed their freshman year of program. positive aspects of the program. While Jewish college-age students are college by the summer of 2015 are eligi- Since 2001, from two to five Jewish col- To request an application packet or home for the winter break, they may ble to apply. The students must be Jew- lege students per summer have had the to receive more information, call Ellen want to consider the wonderful oppor- ish and be permanent residents of Lou- opportunity to work in our Jewish com- Shapira at JFCS, 452-6341, ext. 225. Ap- tunity to have a paid internship next isville, though they may attend college munity organizations. The leadership of plications must be submitted by April summer at Jewish Federation of Louis- out of state. all the organizations involved with this 3, 2015. The applications will contain ville, Jewish Community Center, Jewish The stipend for each intern position collaboration agrees that this is a valu- detailed job descriptions of specific po- Family and Career Services and newly will be $2,500 for nine weeks. Those se- able program in allowing Jewish students sitions available at JCL, JCC, JFCS and added this year, Jewish Hospital. lected to participate will begin in early to get hands-on experience that will be Jewish Hospital. These internships will be offered in a June, but the schedule could be modified helpful to them as they make career de- Applicants will be able to select the variety of different departments within to accommodate a particular student’s cisions. They feel this win-win program position for which they wish to apply. the organizations, such as marketing schedule. Organized activities within benefits both the Jewish community and Selection decisions will be based on the and communications, business manage- the Jewish community, career-directed the participants. Agency cooperation, student’s academic background, experi- ment, human resources and informa- programs and meeting with selected economic opportunity and the develop- ences and quality of the application. 4 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 5 Calendar of Events 2015 Jewish Film Festival Brings DECEMBER 29-31 and JANUARY 2 Winter Camp 9 a.m.-3 p.m., extended day options. New Line-up of Amazing Movies JCC. Includes sports, swimming, arts and crafts. Campers will explorie other by Lisa Hornung countries. For more information, go to situations. Dancing Arabs jewishlouisville.org/jcc/camp/winter-camp. Communications Specialist This comedic spy-thriller begins when February 14, 7:30 p.m. Village 8 The- Hamas leader Mahmoud al Mabhouh is aters. $8.50 in advance, $10 at the door, JANUARY 8 This year’s Louisville Jewish Film Fes- murdered in his Dubai hotel room in $6 for students. CenterStage and Physician’s Center tival will have more than just a fantastic January 2010. The local police blame Sayed Kashua’s film based on his for Beauty Present The Wizard of Oz list of films to see: This year there will be the Mossad and release security tapes semi-autobiographical novel will be JCC. Adults, $20 each in advance, $22 at a special musical event – CenterStage and showing what appear to be Israeli agents shown on February 14. Kashua will give the door; Children, 10 and younger, $16. Dorothy travels “Over the Rainbow” in Louisville Jewish Film Festival present A carrying out the killing. The shocking two lectures in Louisville before the film search of her dreams, only to find “There’s Musical Celebration of 125 year anniver- story makes international headlines, is shown as part of the Jewish-Israeli Au- no place like home.” For tickets, call 459- sary of the JCC. but no one is more surprised than the thor Series. He has won almost every Is- 0660 or go to www.CenterStageJCC.org. The event will feature the documen- Mossad, who have never heard of these raeli award for his journalism, hit Israeli Tea party with Dorothy and friends before tary Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Lega- agents or their mission. An investigation television comedy, “Arab Labor,” and his Sunday matinees. $16 tea party only; $26 cy, and CenterStage actors will perform is immediately initiated, and the Mossad novels. tea party and one matinee ticket. show tunes that celebrate the history of soon realizes that it is just one player in a The film is a bittersweet coming-of- JANUARY 11-February 24 Jewish performers, writers and compos- high-stakes con game. age story about a young Arab in Israel Patio Gallery Exhibit ers in Broadway theater. who struggles to find his place and iden- Birds of Longing: Exile & Memory by fiber The Peabody Award-winning doc- The Strength to Tell and Getting Seri- tity while making necessary compro- artist Laurie Wohl. Also Photography exhibit umentary looks at the unique role of ous mises. It is based on Kashua’s early life, by Terry Taylor and “PeaceCards” with Allan some of those Jewish legends. The songs February 9, 7 p.m. at the Temple. Free. first as a child in the Arab village of Tira Weiss. Opening reception Sun., Jan. 11, 2 p.m. of the Broadway musical were created The Strength to Tell by Matan Golomb and then as a troubled scholarship stu- January 14 almost exclusively by Jewish Americans follows a group of Jerusalem at-risk dent in one of Israel’s most elite board- Live from New York’s 92nd Street Y over a 50-year period. This documen- teenagers, as they participate in Martef, ing schools. This is considered one of di- 7:30 p.m. reception; 8 broadcast. Adath tary explores the unique role of some a therapeutic program. The teens in- rector Eran Riklis’ best films, and it was Jeshurun. Thomas L. Friedman in Conver- of the greatest composers, writers and terview surviving witnesses of the 1961 chosen to open the 2014 Jerusalem Film sation with Dov Seidman: “HOW to performers of the Broadway stage, such Eichmann trial and create a play based Festival. It’s in Hebrew and Arabic. Repair Our World.” Free and open to all. as Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, George on their stories. The young actors and The lectures will be February 12 at Questions? Deborah Slosberg at 458- and Ira Gershwin, Leonard Bernstein, the aging survivors develop bonds of The Temple and February 13 at Uni- 5359 or [email protected]. Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammer- empathy and understanding, connected versity of Louisville, both a part of the JANUARY 18 stein, John Kander, Harold Prince, Ste- by shared pain and loss. It’s in Hebrew. Jewish-Israeli Author Series. (See story, Parenting Forum phen Sondheim, Mel Brooks, Matthew Getting Serious is a romantic comedy page 1). 10-11 a.m. at the JCC. Jewish Family & Broderick, Zero Mostel, Nathan Lane, by Noam Demsky about a young moder- Career Services, PJ Library and Shalom Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, Bar- ately orthodox man who pretends to be Above and Beyond Baby present a parenting forum on “Toddlers bra Streisand and more. There will be more religious than he is. What happens February 15, 2 p.m. Congregation and Nutrition.” Speakers: Nancy C. Kupper- a catered dessert reception and compli- when his girlfriend discovers the truth? Adath Jeshurun, 2401 Woodbourne Ave., smith, U of L nutritionist and Lauren Kehr, mentary beer and wine. It’s in Hebrew. $11.50 in advance, $13 at the door, $6 for JFCS therapist. RSVP to Jennifer Tuvlin, The show is Saturday, February 7, at The Strength to Tell and Getting Seri- students. [email protected] by January 14 7:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Cen- ous are student films from the Ma’aleh This gripping documentary produced to reserve a space for your child in J-Play. ter. Tickets are $25 in advance; $28 at School of Television, Film & Arts in Je- by Nancy Spielberg and directed by Ro- Refreshments will be served. the door. A Vaad-approved dessert will rusalem. The viewings are free and are berta Grossman, director of Hava Nag- JANUARY 19 be made available if reserved by Febru- followed by a dessert reception. see festival page 15 Teen Connection and BBYO ary 3. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Perfect North. Fee $85; mem- The festival has many other offerings bers, $75. Fee includes transportation to that will be sure to make viewers laugh, and from the JCC, lunch, lift ticket. Please cry and think: bring money for dinner. Register by January 5, 5 p.m. For more information, msteklof@ Run Boy Run jewishlousiville.org or 238-2774. February 5, 7 p.m., and February 15, JANUARY 19 11:30 p.m. Village 8 Theaters, $8.50 in School’s Out Days at the JCC advance, $10 at the door, $6 for students. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., extended day options. In- English subtitles. Opening Film at the cludes sports, swimming, arts and crafts. Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Theme: Penguins and Polar Bears. The opening show of the festival is January 21 this gripping saga of courage and com- Live from New York’s 92nd Street Y passion. It’s the miraculous true story of 7:30 p.m. reception; 8 broadcast. Adath a 9-year-old Polish boy who flees from Jeshurun. Ambasador Martin S. Indyk on the Warsaw ghetto in 1942. He survives “What’s Next for Israel?” Free and open to in the woods, eludes SS patrols and all. Questions? Deborah Slosberg at 458- charms locals into providing shelter, 5359 or [email protected]. while keeping alive his Jewish faith. It’s JANUARY 23 based on the novel by Uri Orlev, an Israe- Louisville Jewish/Israeli Author li children’s author and translator. Series Community Shabbat Dinner 5:30 p.m. JCC Patio Gallery. $18 for adults; Kidon $10 for children. Dinner and discussion February 8, 2 p.m. Village 8 Theaters. author Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg. Babysitting $8.50 in advance, $10 at the door, $6 for available. Sponsored by the JCC, Keneseth students. English subtitles. Mild adult Israel and the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence. See story, page 1. JANUARY 24 Louisville Jewish/Israeli Author Series 9:30 a.m. Keneseth Israel. $18 adults; $10 children. Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg will speak during Shabbat services. Sponsored by Keneseth Israel and the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence. JANUARY 24 YAD Annual Event 7 p.m. Standard Club. $36 per person; $18 for age 30 and younger. ’20s Cocktail party, drinks, dinner and dancing. RSVP by Jan. 16 at jewishlouisville.org/yadevent or Kristy, 238-2739 or kbenefield@jewishlou- isville.org. See story, page 11. JANUARY 25 JCC@125 Tipoff Event 3:30 p.m. JCC. Cost Free for the first 100 people. Watch the UofL/Pittsburgh game with your friends and en- joy New York deli. RSVP to mjtimmel@ jewishlouisville.org. See story, page 1. 6 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 Israeli Ambassador Prosor gives important speech to U.N.

By Jay Klempner or anything else, to read the article be- JCL Vice Board Chair low. It’s a statement of truth and reality. It’s a statement of desire and hope. It’s a It is funny how pronouncement of what’s taking place in sometimes the Europe and a growing misunderstand- stars align to give ing/movement in the United States espe- you a better pic- cially on our college campuses. ture of what has I pray every reader will understand been in front of and agree with the words spoken by the you for very long Ambassador and to stand up for Israel period. I spent not because of fear of another war but November 11-22 for the defense of the Jewish people, the in Israel on a mis- state of Israel and all of its citizens. sion sponsored by Israel is home to the Jewish people. the Friends of the Without it, what will we have and what Jay Klempner Israeli Defense will happen to the rest of us? Force. Friends of the IDF is a U.S.-based non- The following speech, part of the profit organization that supports Israeli debate on the question of Palestine, was soldiers. I initially wanted to take this delivered to the United Nations General trip to see and to hear the real story of Assembly on November 24 by Israel’s what’s happening in Israel, not just from permanent representative to the U.N., a military perspective but to see for my Ambassador Ron Prosor. own eyes and ears what is actually tak- Mr. President, I stand before the world as ing place with the average citizen. I came a proud representative of the State of Israel back with a better understanding of the and the Jewish people. I stand tall before you needs and rights of the Jewish people knowing that truth and morality are on my side. and all of the citizens of Israel. And yet, I stand here knowing that today in this While I was in Israel I was only a cou- Assembly, truth will be turned on its head and Israeli Ambassador Ron Prosor speaks to the U.N. General Assembly on November 24. ple miles from where two terrorists at- morality cast aside. tacked a synagogue and killed three rab- The fact of the matter is that when same time, some 850,000 Jews were forced Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, agreed bis and a policeman. With all the things members of the international community speak to flee from Arab countries. Why is it, that 67 to send Galaxy planes loaded with tanks and happening after these killings and the about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, a fog years later, the displacement of the Jews has ammunition to resupply our troops. complexity of the issues in Israel, I be- descends to cloud all logic and moral clarity. been completely forgotten by this institution The only problem was that the Galaxy gan to develop a new perspective of the The result isn’t realpolitik, its surrealpolitik. while the displacement of the Palestinians is planes needed to refuel en route to Israel. needs of Israel’s Jewish people and again The world’s unrelenting focus on the Israeli- the subject of an annual debate? The Arab States were closing in and our very of all the citizens of Israel. Palestinian conflict is an injustice to tens of The difference is that Israel did its utmost to existence was threatened – and yet, Europe What is most important to me, having millions of victims of tyranny and terrorism in integrate the Jewish refugees into society. The was not even willing to let the planes refuel. had the experience of this mission trip the Middle East. Arabs did just the opposite. The U.S. stepped in once again and and all the things I saw and heard, is I As we speak, Yazidis, Baha’i, Kurds, The worst oppression of the Palestinian negotiated that the planes be allowed to refuel believe that Israel must have a strong de- Christians and Muslims are being executed people takes place in Arab nations. In most in the Azores. The government and people fense. I say defense because hearing in- and expelled by radical extremists at a rate of the Arab world, Palestinians are denied of Israel will never forget that when our very dividuals speak to our group such as the of 1,000 people per month. How many citizenship and are aggressively discriminated existence was at stake, only one country came president of Israel, the minister of de- resolutions did you pass last week to address against. They are barred from owning land and to our aid – the United States of America. fense, the chief of staff for the military, this crisis? And how many special sessions did prevented from entering certain professions. Israel is tired of hollow promises from generals, other officers and the young you call for? And yet none – not one – of these crimes are European leaders. The Jewish people have a kids that make up the active military The answer is zero. What does this say mentioned in the resolutions before you. long memory. We will never ever forget that you force, every one of these people spoke about international concern for human life? If you were truly concerned about the plight failed us in the 1940s. You failed us in 1973. about the purpose of the military to be Not much, but it speaks volumes about the of the Palestinian people there would be one, And you are failing us again today. defensive and not offensive. hypocrisy of the international community. I just one, resolution to address the thousands Every European parliament that voted These individuals do not want or like stand before you to speak the truth. of Palestinians killed in Syria. And if you were to prematurely and unilaterally recognize a war – they want peace. But how can Of the 300 million Arabs in the Middle East so truly concerned about the Palestinians there Palestinian state is giving the Palestinians you lay down your rifles when there is and North Africa, less than half a percent are would be at least one resolution to denounce exactly what they want – statehood without so much anti-Israel sentiment in the truly free – and they are all citizens of Israel. the treatment of Palestinians in Lebanese peace. By handing them a state on a silver world today? This anti-Israel sentiment Israeli Arabs are some of the most educated refugee camps. But there isn’t. platter, you are rewarding unilateral actions and is leading to the demonization of Israel, Arabs in the world. They are our leading The reason is that today’s debate is not taking away any incentive for the Palestinians the Jewish people as well as flaming the physicians and surgeons; they are elected to about speaking for peace or speaking for to negotiate or compromise or renounce fires of anti-Semitism around the world. our parliament; and they serve as judges on the Palestinian people – it is about speaking violence. You are sending the message that the What scares me most being an Ameri- our Supreme Court. against Israel. It is nothing but a hate and Palestinian Authority can sit in a government can and Jewish is what I see taking place Millions of men and women in the Middle bashing festival against Israel. with terrorists and incite violence against Israel here in the United States. I’m fearful that East would welcome these opportunities and Mr. President, the European nations claim to without paying any price. the Jews in the United States are com- freedoms; nonetheless, nation after nation, will stand for Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité –freedom, The first E.U. member to officially recognize fortable with just a narrow view and per- stand at this podium today and criticize Israel equality, and brotherhood – but nothing could a Palestinian state was Sweden. One has spective that Israel will always be able to – the small island of democracy in a region be farther from the truth. to wonder why the Swedish government was take care of its own problems without plagued by tyranny and oppression. I often hear European leaders proclaim that so anxious to take this step. When it comes the assistance or support of Jews in the Mr. President, our conflict has never been Israel has the right to exist in secure borders. to other conflicts in our region, the Swedish United States. about the establishment of a Palestinian state. That’s very nice. But I have to say – it makes Government calls for direct negotiations I’m not sure if it’s apathy, or just a It has always been about the existence of the about as much sense as me standing here and between the parties – but for the Palestinians, sense of personal security thinking I’m Jewish state. proclaiming Sweden’s right to exist in secure surprise, surprise, they roll out the red carpet. safe here in the United States. I’ve got so Sixty-seven years ago this week, on borders. When it comes to matters of security, State Secretary Söder may think she many thoughts about the complexity of November 29, 1947, the United Nations voted Israel learned the hard way that we cannot rely is here to celebrate her government’s so- the situation in the Middle East: who’s to partition the land into a Jewish state and an on others – certainly not Europe. called historic recognition, when in reality it’s right and who’s wrong, what’s right and Arab state. Simple. In 1973, on Yom Kippur – the holiest day nothing more than an historic mistake. The what’s wrong and what are the right The Jews said yes. The Arabs said no. But on the Jewish calendar – the surrounding Arab Swedish Government may host the Nobel Prize solutions that could be enacted to bring they didn’t just say no. Egypt, Jordan, Syria, nations launched an attack against Israel. In ceremony, but there is nothing noble about peace to the state of Israel? Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon launched a war the hours before the war began, Golda Meir, their cynical political campaign to appease the As I said in the beginning, it’s funny of annihilation against our newborn state. This our Prime Minister then, made the difficult Arabs in order to get a seat on the Security how sometimes the stars align to give is the historical truth that the Arabs are trying decision not to launch a preemptive strike. Council. you a better picture of what’s been in to distort. The Israeli Government understood that if we Nations on the Security Council should have front of you. When I received a copy of The Arabs’ historic mistake continues to be launched a preemptive strike, we would lose sense, sensitivity, and sensibility. Well, the a speech given by the Israeli ambassador felt – in lives lost in war, lives lost to terrorism the support of the international community. Swedish Government has shown no sense, no to the United Nations Ron Prosor on No- and lives scarred by the Arabs’ narrow political As the Arab armies advanced on every front, sensitivity and no sensibility. Just nonsense. vember 24 I had to forward it to our JCL interests. the situation in Israel grew dire. Our casualty Israel learned the hard way that listening to for reprinting in Community. According to the United Nations, about count was growing and we were running the international community can bring about I encourage every reader of Commu- 700,000 Palestinians were displaced in the dangerously low on weapons and ammunition. devastating consequences. In 2005, we nity, whether Jewish, Christian, Muslim war initiated by the Arabs themselves. At the In this, our hour of need, President Nixon and unilaterally dismantled every settlement and DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 7

removed every citizen from the Gaza Strip. mosques, religious leaders are spreading (the Six-Day War); but for those younger vicious libels accusing Jews of destroying SHAVIT Did this bring us any closer to peace? Not at Continued from page 1 than 30, it’s a different world. all. Muslim holy sites. In sports stadiums, Iran poses an existential threat to Israel It paved the way for Iran to send its teams are named after terrorists. And in teaming up to bring Sayed Kashua, author if it becomes a nuclear power, but it is not a terrorist proxies to establish a terror newspapers, cartoons urge Palestinians to of The Foreign Mother Tongue: Living and threat to Israel alone. Iran is a threat to the stronghold on our doorstep. I can assure you commit terror attacks against Israelis. Writing as a Palestinian in Israel, to Lou- region and the world. America needs asser- that we won’t make the same mistake again. Children in most of the world grow up isville. On Thursday, he will speak in the tive diplomacy on Iran. When it comes to our security, we cannot and watching cartoons of Mickey Mouse singing Chao Auditorium in the University of Lou- The Arab terrorists growing out of the will not rely on others – Israel must be able to and dancing. Palestinian children also isville’s Ekstrom Library at 3 p.m. and on unrest started with the Arab Spring also defend itself by itself. grow up watching Mickey Mouse, but on Friday, he will speak at The Temple during are a threat to Israel and to the stability of Mr. President, the State of Israel is the Palestinians national television, a twisted Kabbalat Shabbat services at 7 p.m. the region. America can’t afford to align land of our forefathers – Abraham, Isaac, and figure dressed as Mickey Mouse dances The Louisville Jewish/Israeli Authors Se- with the Shiites against the Sunnis because Jacob. It is the land where Moses led the in an explosive belt and chants, “Death to ries is made possible by a generous grant we don’t know which side will win against Jewish people, where David built his palace, America and death to the Jews.” from the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excel- ISIS and there will be more extremists to where Solomon built the Jewish Temple, and I challenge you to stand up here today lence. come. where Isaiah saw a vision of eternal peace. and do something constructive for a change. Books, provided by Carmichael’s Book- The Palestinian conflict also endangers For thousands of years, Jews have lived Publicly denounce the violence, denounce the stores, will be available for purchase at the Jewish democratic state. Israel tried continuously in the land of Israel. We endured incitement and denounce the culture of hate. each event. peace when it pulled out of Gaza and left through the rise and fall of the Assyrian, Most people believe that at its core, the the greenhouses intact to provide the Pal- Babylonian, Greek and Roman Empires. And conflict is a battle between Jews and Arabs Ari Shavit estinians with a foundation on which to we endured through thousands of years of or Israelis and Palestinians. They are wrong. Ari Shavit, a writer for Haaretz and peace build. It ended in war and the Palestinians persecution, expulsions and crusades. The The battle that we are witnessing is a battle activist started by saying he knew about destroyed the greenhouses. bond between the Jewish people and the between those who sanctify life and those Kentucky’s bourbon but didn’t know about Israel must also reengage its young Jewish land is unbreakable. who celebrate death. Louisville’s Jewish heritage. Seeing that people in its original vision. This summer, Nothing can change one simple truth Following the savage attack in a Jerusalem there are Jews here, seeing Jewish Hospital 74 young people were killed. “We ask our – Israel is our home and Jerusalem is our synagogue, celebrations erupted in and hearing about the community and his- youngsters to risk their lives,” he said, “but eternal capital. Palestinian towns and villages. People were tory and how people here maintain Jewish do we do enough to ask them” to take that At the same time, we recognize that dancing in the street and distributing candy. life – that’s inspiring. risk? Jerusalem has special meaning for other Young men posed with axes, loudspeakers Shavit’s great-grandfather was a self- “We need a renewed Zionism,” he stated, faiths. Under Israeli sovereignty, all people – at mosques called out congratulations and made wealthy man in London who left for “with a new vision and spirit to inspire the and I will repeat that, all people – regardless the terrorists were hailed as “martyrs” and Israel when he began to see that Europe young to be on the right side of history.” of religion and nationality can visit the city’s “heroes.” was getting dangerous for Jews. He real- During the 20th century, in the first half holy sites. And we intend to keep it this way. This isn’t the first time that we saw the ized before the Holocaust that race-based we lost every third Jew, he explained. In The only ones trying to change the status Palestinians celebrate the murder of innocent anti-Semitism is more dangerous than re- the second half we experienced sovereignty quo on the Temple Mount are Palestinian civilians. We saw them rejoice after every ligious-based. and the ideal diaspora. leaders. President Abbas is telling his people terrorist attack on Israeli civilians and they When Israel was reborn, its land re- “We must learn to love each other again,” that Jews are contaminating the Temple even took to the streets to celebrate the claimed and language revived, it ensured he concluded. “To ensure a Jewish future, Mount. He has called for days of rage and September 11 attack on the World Trade the survival of the Jewish people. “Israel we have to see the challenges and act. urged Palestinians to prevent Jews from Center right here in New York City. gave us life,” he said. This was the Zionist “Why Israel?” he asked. “There is a need. visiting the Temple Mount using (quote) “all Imagine the type of state this society narrative What is Israel? Vitality against loss. Will Is- means” necessary.” These words are as would produce. Does the Middle East really Today, Israel is the most intimidated de- rael continue? It depends on us.” irresponsible as they are unacceptable. need another terror-ocracy? Some members mocracy in the world, Shavit said. There You don ‘t have to be Catholic to visit the of the international community are aiding and are 6.2 million Jews surrounded by as Sayed Kashua Vatican, you don’t have to be Jewish to visit abetting its creation. many as 1.2 billion Arabs. In 1967 Israel The next author in the series to speak is the Western Wall, but some Palestinians Mr. President, as we came into the United emerged victorious and proud, surviving novelist, journalist and screenwriter Sayed would like to see the day when only Muslims Nations, we passed the flags of all 193 an existential challenge and maintaining Kashua. He will talk about his life as a Pal- can visit the Temple Mount. member States. If you take the time to count, its narrative. estinian-Israeli writer during a University You, the international community, are you will discover that there are 15 flags with a By the Yom Kippur War, Israel had be- of Louisville event February 12 and at the lending a hand to extremists and fanatics. crescent and 25 flags with a cross. And then come cocky and almost lost the war. Israel Temple on February 13. You, who preach tolerance and religious there is one flag with a Jewish Star of David. transitioned from the besieged to the be- Kashua’s free, public lecture and discus- freedom, should be ashamed. Israel will Amidst all the nations of the world there sieger and its narrative cracked. sion about “The Foreign Mother Tongue: never let this happen. We will make sure that is one state – just one small nation state for Today, Shavit said, no Israeli can be cer- Living and Writing as a Palestinian in Isra- the holy places remain open to all people of the Jewish people. And for some people, that tain Israel will be here in 100 years or even el” will begin at 3 p.m. February 12 in Chao all faiths for all time. is one too many. 50. Israel can’t remain a Jewish State and Auditorium, Ekstrom Library. A book sale Mr. President, no one wants peace more As I stand before you today I am reminded a democracy without making peace, and and signing will follow the talk at 4:30 p.m. than Israel. No one needs to explain the of all the years when Jewish people paid for to make peace, it must compromise on UofL’s Jewish studies program presents the importance of peace to parents who have the world’s ignorance and indifference in the settlements. At the same time, he said, event, which also is part of the university’s sent their child to defend our homeland. No blood. Those days are no more. the Palestinians must engage in building a Axton Reading Series. one knows the stakes of success or failure We will never apologize for being a free state. Kashua’s lecture, “Living With Dual better than we Israelis do. The people of and independent people in our sovereign The summer of 2014 was an intense one, Identity,” will be at February 13 at 7 p.m. at Israel have shed too many tears and buried state. And we will never apologize for he said, and the issues are Hamas vs. Israel, The Temple. too many sons and daughters. defending ourselves. the U.S. vs. ISIS and hate vs. Jews. Kashua, a visiting teacher at Universi- We are ready for peace, but we are not To the nations that continue to allow As Hamas battled Israel last summer, ty of Illinois, earned the Prime Minister’s naïve. Israel’s security is paramount. Only prejudice to prevail over truth, I say and missiles from Gaza reached Tel Aviv, Prize for Literature in 2004 and the Israeli a strong and secure Israel can achieve a “J’accuse.” I accuse you of hypocrisy. I Shavit’s young sons, Michael and David, literary Bernstein Prize in 2011. comprehensive peace. accuse you of duplicity. I accuse you of asked him if the missiles would hit their He has published three novels: Dancing The past month should make it clear lending legitimacy to those who seek to house and can the Iron Dome be broken? Arabs, Let It Be Morning and Second Person to anyone that Israel has immediate and destroy our state. He watched his sons’ ritual of survival and Singular. The film adaptation of the auto- pressing security needs. In recent weeks, I accuse you of speaking about Israel’s had to acknowledge that they will grow up biographical Dancing Arabs opened the Palestinian terrorists have shot and stabbed right of self-defense in theory, but denying it under the threat. “Our enemies attack our Jerusalem Film Festival last year and will our citizens and twice driven their cars into in practice. And I accuse you of demanding civilians while they hide behind their own,” be shown Saturday, February 14, at Village crowds of pedestrians. Just a few days concessions from Israel, but asking nothing he said. 8 Theaters as part of the Louisville Jewish ago, terrorists armed with axes and a gun of the Palestinians. The world must recognize that Hamas is Film Festival. savagely attacked Jewish worshipers during In the face of these offenses, the verdict a Fascist organization, that attacks women, Kashua is also known for the popular morning prayers. We have reached the point is clear. You are not for peace and you are gays and others, and it has had some suc- groundbreaking Israeli TV show, “Arab when Israelis can’t even find sanctuary from not for the Palestinian people. You are simply cess, like the tunnels it dug under Gaza’s Labor,” which provides a comedic look at terrorism in the sanctuary of a synagogue. against Israel. border with Israel. They were able to come a Palestinian journalist living in Israel and These attacks didn’t emerge out of a Members of the international community to power, not because the population over- searching for identity. vacuum. They are the results of years of have a choice to make. You can recognize whelmingly supported their extremism, His satirical weekly personal columns in indoctrination and incitement. A Jewish Israel as the nation-state of the Jewish but because there was a power vacuum and Hebrew run in the newspaper Haaretz. A proverb teaches: “The instruments of people, or permit the Palestinian leadership they filled it. 2009 documentary “Sayed Kashua – For- both death and life are in the power of the to deny our history without consequence. At the same time, the U.S. faced its own ever Scared” chronicled his family life over tongue.” As a Jew and as an Israeli, I know You can publicly proclaim that the so- traumas as ISIS beheaded hostages and seven years. with utter certainly that when our enemies called “claim of return” is a non-starter, or Americans watched, helpless. When terror- Although both talks are free, reservations say they want to attack us, they mean it. you can allow this claim to remain the major ists attacked on 9/11, the U.S. launched two are requested. Register for the UofL talk at Hamas’s genocidal charter calls for the obstacle to any peace agreement. wars in response. This country cannot live http://sayed-kashua.eventbrite.com, and destruction of Israel and the murder of Jews You can work to end Palestinian with the Middle East conflict as it is today. The Temple talk at https://jewishlouisville. worldwide. For years, Hamas and other incitement, or stand by as hatred and Shavit contends it must fix it or ignore it. org/event/louisville-jewishisraeli-author-se- terrorist groups have sent suicide bombers extremism take root for generations to come. In addition, Jews in Europe are feeling ries-sayed-kashua-2/. For reserved parking into our cities, launched rockets into our You can prematurely recognize a threatened. The kind of “evil feelings” be- information, email Ranen Omer-Sherman, towns and sent terrorists to kidnap and Palestinian state, or you can encourage the ing expressed in Europe today, Shavit said, the Jewish Heritage Foundation for Excel- murder our citizens. Palestinian Authority to break its pact with have not been heard since 1944. lence endowed chair in Judaic studies, at And what about the Palestinian Authority? Hamas and return to direct negotiations. Understanding this as today’s reality, Is- [email protected]. It is leading a systemic campaign of The choice is yours. You can continue to rael must reclaim the Zionist narrative and For more information, contact incitement. In schools, children are being steer the Palestinians off course or pave the pass it on to the younger generation. Peo- Omer-Sherman at 502-852-6842 or ranen. taught that Palestine will stretch from the way to real and lasting peace. ple older than 70 remember the Holocaust, [email protected]. Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea. In Thank you, Mr. President. those older than 50 remember pre-1967 8 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 CenterStage Sparkles in by Barbara Katz

On Saturday evening December 6, CenterStage celebrated one milestone with another: A century of theater at the Jewish Community Center of Louisville was the backdrop for the tenth annual Light Up CenterStage, the theater’s year- ly fundraiser. With 260 in attendance, it was the biggest turnout in the event’s history. CenterStage Artistic Director John R. Leffert (with an assist from the Louis- ville event planning firm, Eventualities) elegantly transformed the first floor of the JCC with black and white drapes and Jason Cooper and Melissa Kenney Shepherd magical lighting. Cocktail-attired guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, drinks and des- serts while browsing a silent auction. The delightful, energetic Light Up The evening was capped off with a live revue, dedicated to CenterStage past, auction and a musical revue featuring present and future, included moving members of the CenterStage acting com- cast reunions from past CenterStage pany. productions of Big River, Next to Normal, The silent auction alone brought in a and RENT, plus musical numbers from record $19,000, and in a Light Up first, a few of next season’s shows, officially professional auctioneer Rick Wardlow announced that evening, including Nine A reunion of the cast of Next to Normal sings a medly from the show. emceed a fun and exciting live auction to Five, How To Succeed in Business that garnered $6,500, another fundrais- Without Really Trying and Big Fish. The ing record. revue also featured a special encore per- CenterStage has been raising money formance by Hairspray’s Edna Turnblad, all season to purchase new, comfort- a.k.a., John R. Leffert himself, in full, able chairs for the Linker Auditorium. show-stopping style. Thanks to the generosity of Light Up Leffert summarized the event: “The guests, CenterStage’s Meet the Challenge hard work of staff, commitment of our Campaign was completed and raised volunteers, the talent of our terrific per- more than $23,000. Thanks to the Jew- formers and the generosity of our do- ish Heritage Fund for Excellence’s gen- nors all came together to make the 10th erous offer to match all contributions, Anniversary Light Up CenterStage the CenterStage audiences will enjoy the perfect night. I couldn’t be happier. Each new seating by the end of the 2014-2015 year seems to get better and better!” Season.

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Lenae Price and Maggie Patton. Alonzo Richmond and Tamika McDonald

Britt and Tracy Roarx Jason Tumulty and John Leffert DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 9 Light Up Celebration

Barbara and Dr. Gene Dorf check on their bid at the Above: “I’m a Woman” silent auction. Left: “GIve Us Your Money” by the cast of Light Up CenterStage

Christy Shrclif makes a bid at the Live Auction Bill and Amy Ryan found something good to bid on at “Your Cheatin’ Heart” Marsha and Bobby Bornstein the silent auction

Stuart and Linda Goldberg

A special appearance by “Edna” (John R. Leffert) from Hairspray Bernie and Sara Abner 10 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775

The 2015 Jewish Federation of Louisville Campaign is in full swing. The Campaign has raised more than $1.4 million toward a goal of $2.2 million. There’s still a lot of work to do to solicit the funding our com- munity agencies need to carry out their missions. “This year we decided to do a few things differently” said Doug Gordon, campaign chair. “We felt that most of our generous do- nors would make their pledges a little earli- er than normal if we just asked them.” Gor- don explained that moving the campaign year earlier in the calendar year allows for more effective planning for how best to use

Colby Cohen-Archer of Shir Adat sings at Temple Shalom. Singer Josh Nelson walked into the crowd and talked about spirituality. Nelson, Lexington Choir Rock Temple Shalom by Lisa Hornung Communications Specialist

A concert of Jewish music on No- vember 22 at Temple Shalom featured national touring artist Josh Nelson and Lexington’s Shir Adat. Nelson wowed the audience with his strong voice, multi-instrumental talent and ability to touch the soul of the concert-goer. But his show wasn’t entirely serious. At one point, he asked the audience if it was difficult to be Jewish in Louisville. The audience responded with a resound- ing, “No!” He said he was glad to hear it, but one audience member lamented that there is no Jewish deli in town. Nel- son said, “Well, there are several in New York that ship!” The show included spiritual music fa- miliar to the audience as well as many songs he had written himself, including a sweet lullaby for his son. Nelson said he visits about 40 syna- gogues and JCCs each year, and he loves touring in smaller towns. “In smaller towns, there is a greater need for Jewish cultural experiences,” he said. “It’s more important. It’s extraordinary to see com- munities together. Shared experiences tighten communities. It’s great to be a facilitator of that.” After the show, he spoke with people who noshed on snacks with him. “I love the interpersonal connection: meeting people and hearing their stories, build- ing relationships,” he said. “It’s validat- ing both ways (for Nelson and the people he talks to).” Cantor Sharon Hordes, Cantor David Intrigue Lipp and Rabbinic Intern Jessica Wain- er got to sing on stage for one song with Jewelers Nelson. “It was so much fun!” Hordes said Photos by Lisa Hornung after the show. “When I get to do stuff Singer Josh Nelson sings at Temple Shalom. The singer-songwriter wowed the audience on November 22. on all regular priced like that, I always say it’s like baseball merchandise fantasy camp. I get to get up there and lujah,” and even a fun Chanukah song, sic is important. “This time of year we 50% off pretend I’m a rock star then come back “Candlelight” by the Maccabeats. hear Christmas music and we say we watch battery repair to my regular life.” Colby Cohen-Archer said singing with wish there were some great Chanukah engravings while you shop But Hordes said the show fills an im- Shir Adat gives her a great sense of ca- songs,” she said. “But there are so many portant need in the community. “There maraderie, feeling the prayers together. new Chanukah songs out there. We just jewelry repair are so many talented Jewish singers and “It’s wonderful to know we’re contrib- need to support the movement of great buy gold and diamonds songwriters making names for them- uting to people’s spiritual experience,” art and teach it through the genera- selves on the national and internation- she said. tions.” on watch batteries al level,” she said. “It’s very important Mark Wiljanen agreed. “I like singing Marc Salmon, a board member at 20% off and engraving to take advantage of that talent when it with Shir Adat because of the communi- Temple Shalom, was the emcee for the comes here.” ty of voices, and we’ve developed friend- evening. “I loved the show. You just Mall St. Matthews Opening for Nelson was Shir Adat, ships, it’s a community of fellow singers,” couldn’t beat the music,” he said. 5000 Shelbyville Rd., Suite 1255 the choir from Temple Adath Israel in he said. He said he’s visited Temple Sha- Josh Nelson will star in the upcoming Louiville, KY 40207 Lexington. The group sang traditional lom before. “I love this temple. Everyone off-Broadway musical, “Soul Doctor: 502-897-6050 songs of worship along with well-known here is so friendly.” The Musical Journey of Shlomo Carle- (next to Footlocker and Chams) songs, such as Leonard Cohen’s “Halle- Hordes said supporting Jewish mu- bach.” DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 11 2015 Federation Campaign Kicks Off with Early Success The 2015 Jewish Federation of Louisville the funds and builds in time to plan an even pledged, individually or as a couple, a min- nity members” Gordon added. “This gave Campaign is in full swing. The Campaign more effective campaign in 2016. imum of $1,000 to the 2015 Campaign. In them the opportunity to participate even if has raised more than $1.4 million toward During the Week of Giving, December prior years different giving levels have been they haven’t attended one of our events or a goal of $2.2 million. There’s still a lot of 7-11, volunteers and staff from all of the tried, and this year’s level significantly in- we were unable to reach them by phone” he work to do to solicit the funding our com- community’s Jewish agencies came to- creased participation and awareness of the said. munity agencies need to carry out their gether those evenings at the JCC to make work done through Campaign funding by Another mailing has just been distribut- missions. calls, and during those few days raised inviting donors who previously may not ed, so if you have not yet had your chance “This year we decided to do a few things over $400,000. Combined with pledges re- have qualified to be part of our commu- to make a pledge to the 2015 Campaign, differently” said Doug Gordon, campaign ceived prior to the Week of Giving and at nal fundraising effort to participate and please do so by returning your pledge card chair. “We felt that most of our generous do- the Million Dollar Dinner, the Campaign become stronger advocates for the Federa- or by pledging online at www.jewishlouis- nors would make their pledges a little earli- surpassed the goal of receiving $1 million tion’s work on behalf of our Jewish commu- ville.org/donate. Pledge now and we won’t er than normal if we just asked them.” Gor- in pledges by December 13. nity agencies. need to call. don explained that moving the campaign Another change was to open the Fed- “To ensure everyone has a chance to Thank you for supporting Louisville’s year earlier in the calendar year allows for eration Campaign’s signature event, this make a pledge to the Campaign, we also Jewish community. Together we do ex- more effective planning for how best to use year’s Million Dollar Dinner, to donors who sent pledge cards to many of our commu- traordinary things.

YAD Event Promises an Evening Heaven Hill Distilleries Named 2014 of Roaring ’20s Glamour, Fun Very Large Business of the Year New Orleans comes to Louisville at to ensure that there’s a Jewish commu- by Louisville Business First third generation of family ownership is this year’s YAD Annual Event January nity in the future,” he said. “If someone committed to upholding the values and 24 at the Standard Club. wants to get involved they should not In a ceremony recognizing the lead- qualities shared by all of the communi- Billy Goat Strut Revue, a Louisville only give money, but also attend events.” ers in the Louisville business commu- ty’s leading businesses.” band that channels New Orleans jazz, Zappin and Gladstein both said they nity, Heaven Hill Distilleries Inc. was Heaven Hill Distilleries was recog- but with a Kentuckian’s mode de vie, are looking forward to a big crowd. “We named Louisville Business First’s 2014 nized by the publication for the devel- will play the event. The band plays a fun are hoping to have the largest amount of Very Large Business of the Year. Louis- opment of Louisville’s first stop on the and exciting original style of music that participation by this division,” Zappin ville’s Heaven Hill Distilleries Inc. was Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, the Evan will keep attendees dancing all evening. said. “Even the smallest gift makes a dif- nominated alongside Delta Dental of Williams Bourbon Experience® on The event is a fundraiser for the Jewish ference.” Kentucky and Texas Roadhouse Restau- Main Street, sales growth of key spirits Federation of Louisville 2015 Campaign, The Jewish Heritage Fund for Excel- rants. It was the second straight year in brands such as Evan Williams Bourbon said Hilary Zappin, Federation senior lence made the Standard Club available which the company was nominated for and Burnett’s Vodka, and a host of new development associate. “It’s a chance for for the event, and the award. product innovations and acquisitions. future leaders to make a powerful and the Federation provided a substantial “We are particularly honored to be The selection process began with impactful difference in the community budget for the event to allow the com- recognized by the Louisville Business Business First readers, who nominated and to network,” she said. mittee to create the kind of event that Community as one of the leading busi- companies and nonprofit organizations, The theme of the evening is the Roar- will increase engagement with and par- nesses in Louisville and Southern In- which achieved excellence in the last year ing ’20s – think “The Great Gatsby” and ticipation of attendees. diana,” said Max L. Shapira, president to 18 months. The Business First editorial the like. “This is the first time we’ve had “It’s the first time that I can recall that of Heaven Hill Distilleries Inc. “As we team chose 18 finalists — three each in a theme,” said Seth Gladstein, event we’ve gotten a large budget from the Fed- begin to celebrate the 80th anniver- six categories. The final job of choosing co-chair. “It’s part of an effort to paint eration to put toward the event, allowing sary of our company’s founding, this the winners in each category was entrust- with a broad brush and relate to all the us to focus on the fund-raising,” Glad- award is particularly appreciated. Our ed to a panel of outside expert judges. members of YAD, whether they be par- stein said. “We’re very thankful for that.” ents with small children or young people YAD is for Jewish adults ages 21-45, but straight out of college.” all are welcome to attend this campaign Gladstein said it’s not only a fun event; event. Cost is $36, or $18 for those 30 and it’s an opportunity to be active in the younger. Event chairs are Gladstein and community. “It’s a stepping stone for Hunter Weinberg. Dress is Gatsby-in- those who want to get involved and be spired cocktail attire. For more informa- a leader in the Jewish community and tion, visit Jewishlouisville.org/federation.

The Bronfman Youth Fellowships in Israel Announces 29th Application Season Albany, NY – The Bronfman Youth lows also spend two weeks with a group Fellowships in Israel (BYFI) is now ac- of Israeli peers who have been chosen cepting applications for the 29th year of through a parallel selection process as this prestigious program. part of the Israeli Youth Fellowship: Am- Each year, the Bronfman Fellowships itei Bronfman. selects 26 outstanding North American Upon returning home from the sum- teenagers for a rigorous academic year mer in Israel, Bronfman Fellows are of seminars including a free, five-week asked to devise and lead local Jewish or trip to Israel between the summer of social action projects. Fellows’ junior and senior years of high “Edgar Bronfman placed enormous school. faith in young people’s ability to see the The program educates and inspires world not just as it is, but as it ought to exceptional young Jews from diverse be,” said Rabbi Mishael Zion, co-direc- backgrounds to grow into leaders tor of the Fellowships. “He believed that grounded in their Jewish identity and young people energized by their Juda- committed to social change. The pro- ism were best equipped to both shape gram was founded and is funded by a Jewish ‘Renaissance’ and improve the Edgar M. Bronfman, z”l, formerly CEO world. The Fellows each year are already of the Seagram Company Ltd. and a vi- a remarkable group; we have the privi- sionary Jewish philanthropist. lege of instilling in them a love for learn- During the program’s seminars, Fel- ing Jewish texts and a commitment to lows meet with leading intellectuals, pluralism and communal responsibility religious and political leaders, and edu- that will serve us all into the future.” cators, such Etgar Keret, A.B Yehoshua, “We seek to increase communication Sayed Kashua, and Rabbah Tamar Ap- between young people across the Jew- plebaum. The Fellows then participate ish spectrum including fostering bonds in study and dialogue with our diverse between Jews in North America and faculty, which is made up of Rabbis and Israel,” said Rabbi Mishael Zion, co-di- educators, associated with different rector and director of education. There movements and perspectives within Ju- are now more than 1,000 Bronfman Fel- daism. lowships alumni across North America Faculty members have an intimate and Israel, among them eight Rhodes knowledge of Judaism in North Ameri- Scholars, four former Supreme Court ca and Israel and have extensive experi- clerks, 15 Fulbright Scholars, 27 Wexner ence working with emerging adults. Fel- Fellows and 21 Dorot Fellows. 12 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775

the needs of the next generation, and those who choose to move here to join JCl Briefing us. And while our agency has led certain of these efforts, these successes are not by Stu Silberman youth involvement in BBYO not seen in due to just the JCL – they are due to a President and CEO decades. Early Learning Center class- collective effort to reduce barriers and Jewish Community of Louisville rooms and Summer Camp offerings foster communication and cooperation. filled to capacity. And, sell-out atten- As we enter 2015, the year marking dance at last Saturday evening’s Million the 125th anniversary of the founding of Can you feel it? I’m feeling it more Dollar Dinner (see story, page 1) where Louisville’s Young Men’s Hebrew Associ- recently than I have since arriving in we came together and celebrated our ation, the precursor to Louisville’s JCC, Louisville four years ago. I see it in our community and our successful efforts let’s pause for a moment and take pride youth, in our JCC membership, among to build Jewish identity among our next in all this Jewish community has accom- our generous donors and throughout the generation of leaders. plished since then. Also, if you haven’t staff. I’m talking about pride in our Jew- Our agencies and congregations are been in to the JCC since the upgrades ish community. Pride in setting a vision collaborating more than ever before in have been completed (story in Center- and then aligning our resources, part- stretching our precious community re- Piece page 1), perhaps a visit is warrant- ners and stakeholders to achieve it. sources further. We are talking each oth- ed. You might leave with a renewed sense Cases in point: 94 new or returning er up, encouraging participation in the of pride in our facility that has served us donors who didn’t participate in the Jew- variety of events available to our commu- so well for the past 60 years. ish Federation of Louisville Campaign nity, and recognizing the need to work However you choose to feel it, I hope last year have made a 2015 pledge, and together to build and sustain a commu- you do share in our pride, and will join we would love to add more. Levels of nity that fulfills not only our needs, but us as we build on in 2015 and beyond. LJDS Gets New Chess Program The Louisville Jewish Day School has introduced a chess program at the school and has hired Corbin Seavers of HFS Chess Marketing to run the program. The school’s chess team met for the first time on Novem- ber 3. Seavers has been teaching chess and working with schools for four years, and now works with 10 public schools and one Catholic school in ad- dition to LJDS. He is working to put together a schedule of chess meets for the Day School students. Seavers, who will also teach on a more caual level students who are not interested in competing, is excited about the possibilities for cultural ex- change this program presents.

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Marsha Roth, PJ Library chair, read rie, actually lyrics to a song, illustrated in the morning, and Tuvlin read in the in a book. afternoon. Kids gathered around the As Tuvlin brought out the books, chil- KENTUCKY FARM BUREAU INSURANCE reading area and enjoyed the book, I dren shouted, “I have that book!” Know an Old Lady who Swallowed a The only thing that surprised Tuvlin ® Dreidel, by Caryn Yacowitz and David was the children: “I was surprised at BIG ON COMMITMENT. Slonim. One child shouted, “We don’t how well-behaved the children were,” eat dreidels!” Another book they enjoyed she said. “Mine would be running all was Honeyky Hanukah, by Woody Guth- over the store.” DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 13 Blue and Greenberg Discuss Economic Growth By Reed Weinberg ate monies to build our infrastructure isville’s Jewish Community. What are Louisville’s greatest as- and improve K-12 education. Both men The more poignant points of the fo- sets from an economic development agreed that expanded gambling is fer- rum were their personal reflections standpoint? How do we attract young, tile ground for funding these needs. on their own success. Both referred to educated workers? What does state One item on which both agreed is their parents as big influences in their government need to fund its sapped that the single biggest asset we have to- careers. Greenberg talked about how coffers? These questions and more day to grow our economy is bourbon. both of his parents taught him to work were answered at a symposium PRG It’s not just the production of bour- on things that he truly enjoys. Blue said Investments hosted on December 11. bon, but also the use of it as a tourist that he has learned that success in busi- Co-sponsors for the event were Mer- attraction to draw investment to our ness is majorly driven by surrounding rill Lynch Wealth Management and city and state. Blue is an investor in An- himself with great people. BridgeTrust Title. Jonathan Blue, left, and Craig Greenberg spoke about gel’s Envy Bourbon, and Greenberg is In all, this event was not only an op- The event was the fourth in a series economic development at an event hosted by PRG actively working on the Whiskey Row portunity to feature two progressive of symposiums discussing economic Investments on December 11. project in Downtown Louisville which people that have great ideas for growing and business growth in Louisville. Past will include an Old Forrester distill- our city, but it also showed the differ- events have featured Joe Pusateri, Bill on helping their hometown grow. ery. Blue said bourbon “is our Music ence and influence that members of the Weyland, Kevin Cogan and John Leni- Some of the business-related issues City,” in reference to Nashville’s music Jewish Community continue to main- han. This event featured two business- discussed involved how Louisville and entertainment market. As is well tain in Louisville and beyond. men who are sure to be two of Louis- compares itself to other strong second- known, Heaven Hill Bourbon is private- Reed Weinberg is the president of PRG ville’s most important members of the ary markets like Nashville. Greenberg ly owned by the Shapira family of Lou- Investments and moderated this discussion. business community for decades to made the point that Louisville shouldn’t come – Jonathan Blue and Craig Green- try to imitate Nashville because we berg. Blue is the founder and Chairman have our own assets that are unique of Blue Equity and Greenberg is the and valuable. However, Blue did explain president of 21C Museum Hotels. They that there are very proactive measures also happen to be two active members we can take to appropriately help our of our city’s Jewish Community. city grow. Some points he touched on Blue and Greenberg are two lifelong were the importance of attracting es- Louisvillians who could have likely tablished corporations with educated moved anywhere after college. They workers. Educational attainment of our also do business all over the country, workforce is one of our city’s biggest but they have decided to maintain Lou- challenges. We also need to fund our isville as their home and stay focused city and state coffers with appropri- 2 Men Inducted into Male High School Hall of Fame by Lisa Hornung Communications Specialist

Two members of the Jewish Commu- nity, Jerome “Jerry” Wurmser and Ar- nold Levitz, were inducted into the Male High School Hall of Fame in September.

Jerome Wurmser Linda Noffsinger is extremely proud of her dad. She chokes back tears when she begins to list all the great things Jerome Wurmser Levitz “Jerry” Wurmser has done in his lifetime. Wurmser, 91, was a P-47 fighter pilot in World War II, flying 66 missions. He Education as a student. He said the stu- moved to Lexington when his children dents weren’t against allowing women in were young and ran J.W. Wurmser Co., a the school, but they were afraid that the wholesale novelty toy company. academic standards would suffer. Noffsinger said she nominated her Levitz has done a lot for his community, dad, a member of the graduating class of including serving on the board at Congre- 1940½, to the Male High School Hall of gation Adath Jeshurun for many years. Fame based on his contributions to the He was active in fundraising for the syna- United States as a war veteran, his con- gogue, and brought several theater shows tributions to the community in his volun- to come to Louisville as fund-raisers. teer work, and his love of education. Now he enjoys collecting old-time Wurmser, a voracious reader, was also movies and radio shows. a Donovan Scholar, which, as a senior, The Male High Alumni Association enabled him to attend classes at the Uni- could not be reached for comment about versity of Kentucky. why the men were chosen for the Hall of He and his late wife of 63 years, Rose Fame. Rita Wurmser, were partners in life and in volunteer work. The Wurmsers volun- teered their time to the Jewish Federation of Lexington, local schools and Habitat for Humanity. “He does all these things,” Noffsinger said. “I love that it keeps him engaged.” A couple of days after his hall of fame induction, Wurmser flew to Evansville, IN, to share his story at the Freedom Heri- tage Museum. He was also featured in the 2014 Jewish War Veterans calendar.

Arnold Levitz Levitz, another member of the Jew- ish community, was also inducted into Male’s Hall of Fame at the ceremony on September 28, along with 11 oth- er alumni. Levitz, who is retired after years of work in the insurance industry, graduated in 1952. He was in the last all- boys graduating class at Male, and was responsible for the school keeping the name Male, after he lobbied the Board of 14 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775

Rabbi Nadia Siritsky and the Fox family at Jewish Hospital to celebrate Chanukah. Chanukah is a Time to Reflect on Our Dedication by Rabbi Dr. Nadia Siritsky Vice President of Mission, Jewish Hospital

Traditionally, we explain the meaning of the Hebrew word Chanukah as “dedi- cation,” referring to the rededication of the Temple after the Maccabean revolt, when the little bit of oil that was only enough for one night, instead lasted eight nights. We also use the word “Chanukah” whenever we put up a mezuzah in our homes, and we call the process “cha- nukat habyait.” We are dedicating our dwelling places, consecrating them to serve G!d, and in the process, ourselves. A few weeks ago, I was blessed to lead the Jewish Hospital leadership and staff in a “Chanukat Habyit” ceremony as we affixed a new mezuzah, donated by Ja- cob Wishnia of the Vaad Hakashruth, to our hospital chapel, where a new Eter- nal Light, created by Craig Kaviar, had just been installed. Jewish Hospital leadership and staff also joined in a Chanukah lighting ceremony, celebrating the light and miracles that the dedicated hospital staff create in the sacred work that they perform every day. The senior leadership teams of Jewish Hospital and KentuckyOne Health also dedicated themselves to helping needy Jewish families in our community to cel- ebrate Chanukah, donating to the Sonny and Janet Meyer Family Food Pantry Fund, and participating in the Chanukah Helpers program, coordinated by Jewish Family and Career Services. Dedicated is a word that describes Hilda Fox of blessed memory. Hilda Fox passed away on the fourth night of Cha- nukah in 1956. She dedicated her life to Jewish Hospital, serving as a head nurse and caring for patients throughout her life. She also dedicated herself to shar- ing her love and reverence for Judaism, lighting Chanukah candles for patients, families and staff, every year. Dedicated is a word that describes Hilda’s family. They have kept this tra- dition alive, in her memory, for sixty years. Fourteen years ago, Jewish Hos- pital commissioned Louisville artists Julius Friedman and Mark Fowler to design a new menorah, which was used to light candles each night at Medical Center Jewish East. We at Jewish Hospital were bless- ed to join Hilda’s children, grand- children, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren of the family, as well as community leaders, in kin- dling the Chanukah menorah. Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach explained Psalm 30’s use of the word “dedication” as the internal process by which we ded- icate our inner temples to G!d. Often, in our frenzied world, we run too fast to stop and think about the power of this image. Chanukah asks us to pause and consid- er: to what are we dedicated? How do our schedules and pocketbooks reflect those values? What would this world look like if we considered one another to be temples wherein G!d dwelled within us “v’shachan- ti b’tocham”? Would that change the way we treated ourselves and each other? DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 15

lect a huge ransom because they assume When Carmelite nuns settle down to communities. Filled with strong perfor- festival that all Jews have money. Based on the build a convent within Auschwitz, where mances and a fascinating look behind Continued from page 5 book by Ilan’s mother, the film follows his mother died, Lustiger finds himself the scenes at the Vatican, the film swept ila: The Movie, combines archival foot- the police as they investigate the crime a reluctant mediator between the two honors and awards in France last year. age and interviews to depict the history while clinging to their belief that the vic- of the pilots who laid the foundation for tim’s religion had nothing to do with his The Jewish Community of Louisville gratefully the Israeli Air Force in 1948. This rag- abduction It’s in French, and it won the acknowledges donations to the following tag band of brothers not only turned the Lia Award in the Jerusalem Film Festi- tide of the Independence war It’s in En- val. glish and won the Heritage Award 2014 JCC SECONDCENTURY FUNDS Jerusalem Film Festival. The film will be Zero Motivation followed by light refreshments. February 21, 7:30 p.m. Village 8 The- AND OTHER ENDOWMENTS aters, $8.50 in advance, $10 at the door, Gett: The Trial of Vivian Amsalem $6 for students. IDA AND BERNHARD BEHR IRVIN AND BETTY ZEGART February 16, 7 p.m. at The Temple, This zany, cynical comedy is a sa- HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL EDUCATION SENIOR ADULT FUND 5101 U.S. Highway 42. $8.50 in advance, tirical look at the lives of three young FUND MEMORY OF BESS YOUNGER $10 at the door, $6 for students. English women doing mandatory service in the MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE BONNIE & MURRAY subtitles. Israeli Army. A huge hit in Israel, the JOY & CLAUS BEHR TOBOROWSKY An Israeli woman seeking to final- film revolves around a unit of female ize a divorce (gett) from her estranged Israeli soldiers, bored spending their JUDITH BENSINGER SENIOR ADULT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY OF LOUISVILLE husband finds herself effectively put on days in a rural base and disgusted by the FUND ALSO GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGES trial by her country’s religious marriage chauvinist male officers. Their biggest MEMORY OF JOE FINEMAN DONATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING laws. In Israel, there is neither civil mar- battles are against their commanders or MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE riage nor civil divorce: both must be the men who treat them badly, and the MARGOT, SANDY & JEFF BARR SANDRA K. BERMAN conducted by Orthodox rabbis, with the only guns they fire are staple guns. It’s MEMORIAL SHALOM husband’s consent. Trapped in a loveless in Hebrew and contains nudity. It had marriage, Viviane Amsalem has been 12 nominations from the Israel Acad- LOUISVILLE FUND applying for a divorce for three years but emy 2014 Ophir Award, including Best ROBERT & BETTY LEVY BRONNER HONOR OF THE RETURN TO LOUISVILLE OF her religiously devout husband continu- Picture. ELLIS ISLAND EDUCATION FUND DEANNE & BILL COOK ally refuses her. This is a heart-rending HONOR OF THE BIRTHDAY OF BETTY BRONNER HONOR OF THE BIRTHDAY OF BILL COOK portrait of a woman’s struggle to over- The Jewish Cardinal JUDIE & ERWIN SHERMAN SHERRY & BUDDY KAUFMAN come an unmoving patriarchy and live a February 22, 2 p.m. Village 8 The- HONOR OF THE BIRTH OF THE SON OF life of her own design. It won the Israeli aters. $8.50 in advance, $10 at the door, ELLEN FAYE GARMON B.B.Y.O. DENNIS K. BERMAN AND TIFFANY KARY, Film Academy’s Ophir Award for Best $6 for students. English subtitles. YOUTH AWARD FUND ANTON KARY BERMAN Picture in 2014, it’s one of five nominat- A drama based on the amazing true IN MEMORY OF FREDERIC GARMON YAHRZEIT OF THE FATHER OF HARRIS ed foreign films for the Golden Globes story of Jean-Marie Lustiger, the son of BY FRIENDS AND FAMILY BERMAN, DENNIS BERMAN award and is Israel’s nomination for best Polish Jewish immigrants, who main- foreign film for the Academy Awards. tained his cultural identity as a Jew YAHRZEIT OF THE MOTHER OF HARRIS SADYE AND MAURICE GROSSMAN while converting to Catholicism at a BERMAN, JEANNETTE BERMAN 24 Days young age and later joining the priest- COMMUNITY SERVICE CAMP FUND MEMORY OF THE WIFE OF HARRIS BERMAN, February 19, 7 p.m. Village 8 Theaters. hood. Quickly rising within the ranks of MEMORY OF BENN DAVIS SANDRA BERMAN $8.50 in advance, $10 at door, $6 for stu- the Catholic Church, Lustiger is appoint- MEMORY OF JOE FINEMAN YAHRZEIT OF THE MOTHER-IN-LAW OF dents. Adult situations. ed Archbishop of Paris by Pope John MEMORY OF ED GOLD HARRIS BERMAN, CELIA KREEGER This gripping thriller tells the true sto- Paul II and finds a new platform to cele- MEMORY OF ARMOND GOLDSTEIN YAHRZEIT OF THE FATHER-IN-LAW OF ry of the kidnapping of Ilan Halimi in a brate his dual identity as a Catholic Jew, MEMORY OF ROBERT KLING HARRIS BERMAN, ISADORE KREEGER Paris suburb by a gang expecting to col- earning him both friends and enemies. MEMORY OF MILTON MORGUELAN MEMORY OF BENN DAVIS MEMORY OF BARBARA RUSSMAN MEMORY OF JIMMY DAVIS HONOR OF THE BIRTHDAY OF ELAINE SAAG MEMORY OF ROBERT FINE JUDIE & ERWIN SHERMAN MEMORY OF JOE FINEMAN Community Foundation of MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE MEMORY OF MARY LEE FISCHER JUDIE, ERWIN & VICKI SHERMAN MEMORY OF ARMOND GOLDSTEIN MEMORY OF MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER, MEMORY OF ROBERT KLING Louisville Offers Harry Isaac SADYE GROSSMAN MEMORY OF MILTON MORGUELAN JUDIE & ERWIN SHERMAN AND FAMILY MEMORY OF FLORENCE ROSE Shrader College Scholarship MEMORY OF BARBARA RUSSMAN MURREL D. AND TOBIE MARKS MEMORY OF HARRIET WALDMAN Applications are now being accepted available for grants. KLEIN JEWISH HOLIDAYS FUND MEMORY OF FRANCIS WOLFF by the Community Foundation of Louis- Applications must be completed on- MEMORY OF JOE FINEMAN MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE ville for the Harry Isaac Shrader Schol- line by March 15, 2015, and are available FRANKYE & HAROLD GORDON arship for assistance with undergradu- on The Community Foundation of Lou- HARRIS BERMAN ate college tuition. isville’s website at www.cflouisville.org/ During his lifetime, Harry Isaac connect/scholarships. An interview may ALLAN KLING CHILDREN’S FUND JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Shrader had a great interest in the ed- be necessary. MEMORY OF HARRIET WALDMAN MEMORY OF JOE FINEMAN ucation of Jewish youth. To perpetuate For more information, contact Mere- CATHY EDELEN PHYLLIS & DAVID LEIBSON that concern, he made a bequest to The dith Zahirovic at The Community Foun- Temple, which established the schol- dation, 502-855-6971, or email mere- LOUIS LEVY FILM & THEATER ARTS JAY LEVINE YOUTH FUND arship fund in his name to provide fi- [email protected]. FUND HONOR OF THE NEW GRANDSON OF nancial assistance for full-time Jewish The Community Foundation adminis- HONOR OF THE BAR MITZVAH OF LOUIS LEVY HELANE AND DAVID COOPER undergraduate students enrolled at any ters more than 80 competitive scholar- ESTHER & ARNOLD LEVITZ accredited college, university, junior col- ship funds. For a complete list of avail- MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE BEV & DAVID WEINBERG lege or community college for the 2015- able scholarship opportunities and to RE AND RICHIE RICHLIN ATHLETIC 2016 academic year. Eligible applicants create an account and begin an applica- FUND must live in Jefferson County; assistance tion, visit www.cflouisville.org/connect/ ANNE E. SHAPIRA LITERACY MEMORY OF THE 79TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY is based on financial need and funds scholarships. INITIATIVE ENDOWMENT FUND OF RE & RICH RICHLIN (REACH OUT AND READ) DAVID FELDMAN MEMORY OF HARRIET WALDMAN MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE EDITH SHIRLEY & ALBERT SPIVAK MEMORY OF BESS YOUNGER SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP FUND ANNE SHAPIRA MEMORY OF FRANCIS WOLFF SHELLEY & ROB KRIEGSHABER AND FAMILY MEMORY OF HARRIET WALDMAN MEMORY OF MARTHA YOFFE RANDY SPIVAK

3600 Dutchmans Lane • Louisville, KY 40205 502-459-0660 • jewishlouisville.org 16 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 Million dollar Continued from page 1 included the inception of Kesher Ken- tucky, resurgence of communitywide trips to Israel and the merger of the JCC and the Federation. Jewish Community of Louisville Board Chair Karen Abrams turned the tables on Gordon and presented him with aa T-shirt that read “Campaign Chairman for Life” on one side and “Mil- lion-Dollar Mensch” on the other. She went on to recount some of the many things Louisville’s Jewish community can take pride in such as an outstanding 125-year-old Jewish Community Center; BBYO and teen programs that are the envy of those in other cities; a PJ Library program that regularly attracts 50 fami- Chuck and Sarah O’Koon lies to various activities and senior adult classes and lunch programs that ensure Harry, Annette, Tracy and Mark Geller Jewish identity. “Together,” she said, “we can do extraordinary things.” his chapter. “I am a different person to- Weiss told the fascinating story of his Several articulate teens followed with day as a result,” he said. personal religious journey from Juda- moving stories about how the commu- He introduced Louisville native and ism to Christianity and back to believing nity’s support for the Federation Cam- his former neighbor, noted composer in God and becoming an observant Jew. paign enhances resources for teen pro- Jonathan Wolff, who spoke fondly about “I believe that God is the God of one- grams that have enriched their lives. growing up in the city. “This is such a step,” he said. “Over the years, you need Tovah Frockt discussed all the positive wonderful place,” he said. “When my to take one small step as a Jew. You can things she gained from attending Camp wife Steffi and I returned here in 2005, take advantage of something, a class Livingston and how much the JCC’s Teen it was this community’s mandate to wel- perhaps, or something else that will Connection has added to her life. Jacob come us and it was easy for us to become bring you closer to Judaism.” Finke noted BBYO continues to provide involved.” Their three children are in “One small step” has been Gordon’s him with the leadership skills he needs. BBYO and they have taken active roles theme for the entire Campaign year as His AZA chapter has become the stron- at the JCC, Jewish Family & Career Ser- he urged donors to take that step with gest in this region and Jay Levine BBG is vices, Melton and the Chevrah Kadisha. their generous participation in the An- an internationally recognized role mod- JCL President and CEO Stu Silberman nual Campaign – and they listened. “This el for other chapters. then spoke about how far the JCL has same time last year,” he noted, “the Cam- Ariana Goldstein was thrilled with matured since its creation five years ago. paign had raised just $200,000. The total Judy and Anne Shapira the “priceless opportunity” she had to He described the JCL as moving from a this evening, including pledges from the go to Israel through the Cantor Schol- period of uncertainty to a period period Week of Giving, is $1.385 million.” The arship to Israel. She called her presence of stable growth; praised the increased community has that step toward the there, in the midst of last summer’s war collaboration among the various agencies future together,” but if you have not yet a “life-changing event.” and religious institutions and described made your pledge, please call 502-238- Nicole Keenan was grateful for the the increased Jewish impact the JCL is 2739. Our community’s Jewish future generous donation she received to at- having, as independently measured, all of depends on it. tend CLTC (Chapter Leadership Train- which portend well for the future. ing Conference) where she shared her The evening’s keynote speaker was Jewish heritage with other 89 teens she David N. Weiss, an Emmy Award nomi- considers “future world Leaders.” And nee, who has written or co-written some Hillel President Josh Goodman offered of Hollywood’s most endearing and suc- thanks to the Jewish community for cessful family films, from Shrek 2 and the opportunities he has had to attend Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius to the Ru- a number of conferences and share cul- grats movies and The Smurfs and The tural exchanges with Russian Jews in Smurfs 2. With great humor and insight,

Randy and Felicia Goodman

Robin and Bruce Miller

Larry Shapin and LaDonna Nicholas Arianna Goldstein and Jonathan Wolff

Rabbi Robert Slosberg Doug Gordon, Campaign Chair DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 17

Above: Keren and Yariv Benabou. Below: Nancy and Jim Strull.

Glenn and Marci Levine Above: Alan and Debbie Friedman, and Cheryl and David Karp Right: Seth and Heather Gladstein, and Jeff and Jennifer Tuvlin Below: Louisville native and composer Jonathan Wolf entertained the audi- ence with some of the many songs he has written.

Hollywood Writer and featured speaker David Weiss Evelyn and Phil Grossman Robin and Mark Wolff

Jewish Louisville History Project Can you identify the people in this picture? Contact Shiela Wallace at [email protected] or 502-238-2703 with identifications or information.

Tovah Frockt

Join the Fun! Jewish Louisville History Project Meeting Date & Time: January 11, 2015, 2 p.m. • Senior Adult Lounge Next meeting will be February 8, 2015, 2 p.m. • Senior Adult Lounge Jacob Finke Frank Weisberg, Chair 18 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 A Capella Festival Comes to Adath Jeshurun in January Cantor David Lipp worked hard to bring event to Louisville by Ben Goldenberg

Cantor David Lipp had a dream: Bringing together five regional Jewish A Cappella choirs Chanukah weekend. Hooshir, a Jewish A Capella group from Indiana University, will perform in Louisville at the festival. Each choir would sing at each syna- gogue and end with a big concert after Havadalah. Paula Pepperstone But while not all dreams come to fruition, they often provide inspiration after Havdalah. for great things. On Friday, January For ticket prices and sponsorship op- 30, and Saturday, January 31, Cantor portunities, call 502-458-5359 or visit Lipp is bringing together Staam (just http://www.adathjeshurun.com/mu- ’cause) from Washington University sicfestival and Hooshir (Hoosier in Hebrew) from Friday, January 30, at the Temple: 7 Indiana University. Both groups have p.m. service with Staam sung nationally and won awards at the Friday, January 30, at Temple Sha- 2014 Kol HaOlam National Jewish A lom: 6:15 p.m. service with Hooshir Cappella Competition. Saturday, January 31, at KI: 9:30 a.m. Cantor Sharon Hordes from Ke- service with Hooshir neseth Israel (IU ’96) and her prede- Saturday, January 31, at Adath Je- cessor Cantor Paula Pepperstone (IU shurun: 9:30 a.m. service with Staam ’94) and Cantor Lipp will join the two Saturday, January 31, at AJ: 7:30 p.m. groups with the Jewish Community service with Staam, Hooshir and Jew- Choir for a final concert on Saturday ish Community Choir. Staam, who are from Washington University, say they perform “A capella with chutzpah.”

Adventures in Yiddishland Explores Forum Can Help Answer Language’s Past and Present Parents’ Nutrition Questions Editor’s Note: Occasionally, a mem- the abundant proficient speakers, but, ber of the University of Louisville Jew- on the other hand, has gained a new by Ben Goldenberg Therapist for Jewish Family and Career ish Studies faculty will reflect on a book function. This new function, as Shan- Services, will lead a discussion on uses that has had an impact on them. dler illustrates prudently, carries vast Every parent wants his or her child of food in children’s behavior. There will symbolic value. In his book, Shandler to grow up healthy and strong. Jewish also be tips on how to inspire your chil- Associate Professor Tatjana Sol- investigates the broad spectrum of us- Family and Career Services, PJ Library dren to eat healthy and plenty of time for dat-Jaffe argues that language is be- ers of Yiddish, such as fluent speakers and Shalom Baby are joining to create a questions from the audience. coming increasingly global as lan- as well as those who know little Yiddish, parenting forum on toddlers and nutri- Kuppersmith is a registered dietitian guages blend together, creating a place Hasidim communities, avant-garde tion on Sunday, January 18 at 10 a.m. at and certified diabetes educator specializ- where languages are neither absolutely performers, Jews as well as non-Jews, the JCC. The program is free, and J-Play ing in weight and body image issues. She alive nor totally dead: looking at the U.S. context, in Europe, will be open at the JCC for everyone believes that people need to eat to fuel “The book that has the most enduring Israel, and other “Yiddishlands.” This during the program. their bodies so they can live life to their impact on my scholarship and my intel- book will be of interest for readers who An expert panel of Nancy C. Kupper- fullest rather than be limited by what lectual engagement with Jewish stud- have wondered how it is possible to lose smith, RD, MS, CDE, MLDE Nutrition- society dictates. Kehr counsels a wide ies is Jeffrey Shandler’s Adventures in the critical number of fluent Yiddish ist for the Department of Family and variety of clients specializing in ADHD Yiddishland. In his work, Shandler ex- speakers, and yet, still hear forms of Geriatric Medicine an the University eating issues of adolescents and adults, amines the transformation of Yiddish Yiddish and observes this immense in- of Louisville, and Lauren Kehr, LCSW self-esteem, anxiety and codependency. in the six decades since the Holocaust, terest in Yiddish everywhere.” tracing its shift from the language of daily life for millions of Jews at home Shandler, Jeffrey, Adventures in and on the streets to what the author Yiddishland: Postvernacular Lan- terms a postvernacular language – a lan- guage & Culture. University of Cali- Nearly $10,000 Worth of Community guage that is, on the one hand, lacking fornia Press, 2006. Impact Grants are Handed Out By Stu Silberman next level,” said Peter Resnik, chair of the The Jewish Foundation of Louisville Jewish Foundation of Louisville commit- is pleased to announce awards from the tee. “In awarding the grants, the Foun- current round of Community Impact dation Committee members were partic- Grants. The program was reinstituted ularly impressed with the collaboration this year, making available $25,000 in among separate organizations to leverage general funds and $11,900 designated their resources and reach more users.” for youth education. The Foundation will consider grant re- The Temple was awarded $3,650 to up- quests for between $500 to $2,500 with a grade the sound system in the Klein Center, maximum award of $5,000. The Commit- where most Chavurat Shalom programs tee expressed a preference for the expan- take place. Louisville Beit Sefer Yachad sion or enhancement of existing success- was awarded $500 to upgrade classroom ful programs, but indicated that it would technology. The Temple Religious School consider new programs, and in all cases, was awarded $1,500 to support learning encourages collaboration across the Jew- disabled bnai mitzvah students. The JCC ish community. To submit a grant, con- was awarded $1,900 for a unique, intergen- tact Stu Silberman at (502) 238-2723. erational garden program with the Early There are additional grant requests Learning Center and the Senior Program, that are still open, pending feedback to and Teen Connection was awarded $2,500 the requesting organizations to clarify to expand leadership development to com- details. The committee evaluates every munity-wide Jewish 4th and 5th graders. grant request on its merits and does not “These grants are helping to lift already fund every request it receives. Grants successful programs and services to the are awarded on a rolling basis. DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 19 Seniors Benefit from Subaru Share the Love Grant

Ben Goldenberg be used to provide vulnerable, home- pends on consumer’s selections when bound seniors frozen Kosher meals Subaru makes a sale in Kentuckiana. If The Jewish Community Center’s Se- during eight days of program closures you are planning on buying or leasing a nior Adult Department received an $800 for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Subaru before January 2, please select grant from Subaru’s Share the Love Years. Meals on Wheels and the JCC may re- program. The money will specifically Funding for next year’s grants de- ceive part of the funding next year.

JCC 125 Joanie Lustig said. to see a lot of old and new faces being active Continued from page 1 Branson likened the year’s events to a re- at the JCC,” Green said. union. “Many of us grew up here and many Tasman is looking forward to the fall fes- First Street between Walnut and Chestnut in the community aren’t members here tival because it’s an opportunity to get fam- streets. anymore, and we would like to get every- ilies together and have fun and see what the Though there were many YMHAs in oth- one who has ever been involved in any way JCC has to offer. er cities at the time, the Louisville YMHA shape or form to be involved,” she said. “It’s “So many people’s childhoods were was the first to construct its own building, a nice way to reunite people. There were spent there and their adult lives, too, and the first to hire professional staff (a physical staff and coaches we all remember and it’s a great way to bring people back to the education instructor) and the first to have we’d like to get them back here. We’d like to JCC and make new long-lasting memo- gym classes for women. reunite people who were in BBYO together ries there,” Tasman said. “I think everyone The YMHA changed its name to the JCC or played basketball together … a lot of dif- should be there, so get off your tushies and in the summer of 1955, when the new build- ferent groups.” come!” ing at Dutchmans Lane opened with 7,000 Wagner agreed: “I hope everyone will If anyone would like to get involved, there members. It became a critical social meet- find a place to join in this celebration. We are several committees available, Branson ing place for Jews who had moved from welcome everyone as we look to reunite said. “We would love to help everyone find close-knit neighborhoods in the city to the people whose lives were touched by the a place to volunteer.” suburbs. Since then it has been a vital place JCC or newer members who are just fall- Wagner stressed the JCC’s importance to to connect to the community as well as a ing in love with us for the first time,” she the community: “The JCC today remains place to serve the area’s pressing needs, such said. “I am really looking forward to this a constant for lifelong Louisvillians as well as senior adult nutrition, educational ser- year. There are tens of thousands of peo- as newcomers looking to connect with the vices, health and wellness and cultural arts. ple in our community who grew up loving Jewish community. We are often the first A new JCC logo that incorporates the our camps, swim team, arts programs, stop when newcomers move to town looking 125th year anniversary will accompany all sports and more. Generations of leaders for social, Jewish programming, teen, pre- events and marketing for the year to cele- developed their skills in our teen program, school and cultural arts. I am so proud of our brate the commemorative year. and we continue to be a ‘second home’ for history and tradition and I am looking for- “The JCC or the ‘Center’ has proudly seniors. There is so much to celebrate and ward to our incredible future. I hope you will served the community for 125 years, said so many great reasons to bring people to- join us whether you attend a class, program Sara Wagner, chief operating officer of the gether.” or serve as a volunteer on one of our many JCC. “In preparing to celebrate a history Green said he’s excited about the year- committees. Not only is this Louisville’s JCC, that is so vibrant and meaningful it was ob- long celebration. “I’m most excited for the this is your JCC, so be a part of it!” vious we needed a cadre of talented volun- opportunity to have members of the Jewish For more information on the Tip-Off, teers to lead the effort. We are so fortunate Community who may have not been active visit: https://jewishlouisville.org/event/ that three couples stepped up to co-chair in a while to come back and rediscover it jcc-125th-anniversary-tip-off/. the yearlong celebration including; Joan- and add to the vitality of the Jewish com- To volunteer, contact Sara Wagner at ie and Craig Lustig, Shellie Branson and munity,” he said. 502-238-2779. Ralph Green and Michele and Aaron Tas- The JCC used to have fund-raisers that man.” were well-attended and a lot of fun, but a Joanie Lustig, co-chair of the committee lot of them haven’t even walked in here in a with her husband Craig, said the overall long time,” Branson added. objective for 2015 is to celebrate this ma- Craig Lustig said one objective is to re- jor milestone and the positive effects the energize the community, particularly the JCC has had on people. “Anyone who has Jewish community. been touched by the JCC – by camps, clubs, “Particularly those who have not been in fitness, cultural arts, etc. – is invited to re- the building in a long time, since we’ve had member the past and celebrate the future the locker rooms redone, there’s new car- of the JCC,” she said. dio equipment and there will be renovation There will be at least one event per of the entrance to make it easier for people month to celebrate, and likely many more, who have trouble walking up steps, people so there’s no reason not to participate. will be pleased with how nice it looks and Were you a member of Pi Tau Pi, Mu Sig- how nice it will be in the future.” ma, Resnick, Rauch or Condores? You can Green agreed. “(The JCC) has a rich his- reunite with old friends or make new ones tory, and this is a real milestone. We want at one of the first events, the 125th Anniver- to stay a viable and active community cen- sary Tip-Off on Sunday, January 25. The ter in the future,” he said. University of Louisville Cardinals basket- Branson said the gala is what she’s most ball game versus University of Pittsburgh excited about, to “celebrate the yearlong Panthers will be broadcast in the gym, and planning event with a gala, and to try to in- those who were in clubs at the JCC between clude just as many people as we can.” the 1960s and the early 1980s and their Green said his hope is to get a lot of peo- spouses and friends are invited to attend. ple involved. “I hope everyone will try to This is a great opportunity to bring old and participate in at least one event, and I hope new friends together and enjoy an away Cards game. Co-hosts of the event include Mark Eichengreen, Guy Lerner, Mark Behr, Mark Perelmuter, Doug Gordon, Scott Trager, Hunt Schuster and Glenn Levine. Kosher deli food will be served, and reminiscing is encouraged. The gym will be made into a lounge area, said Shellie Branson, committee co- chair. “It’s going to be a lot of fun.” Joanie Lustig said there will be another Tip-Off event for those 45 and younger, but the plans are still in the works. There will be a special event in May with theater jour- nalist and author Eddie Shapiro scheduled to discuss his book, Nothing Like a Dame: Conversations with the Great Women of Musical Theater. There will be a Fourth of July celebration and a fall festival, too. A Sports Hall of Fame Dinner is planned for August, a Dreidel Dash is being planned for in the winter and all the events will culmi- nate with a JCC 125 Gala in January 2016, which will celebrate the future of the JCC, 20 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 JFCS calendar Entrepreneurial Discovery Class Sign up for the JFCS monthly e-newsletters! Send your email address to [email protected] and stay in the know with upcoming JFCS events and news. Tuesday January 27 Evening One Career & Education • Explore Entrepreneurial Spirit Services • Discover Your Talents Wednesday ACT Preparation Workshop January 28 Evening Two Beginning January 20 • Develop Your Talents 7 - 9 p.m. • Direct Your Talents Thursday Due to the Martin Luther King Jr. January 29 Evening Three holiday, the first two classes will meet • Build Effective Relationships Tuesday, January 20 and Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m. • Take Action January 22. Join Derrick Jack, a Gallup Certified Take the Gallup Entrepreneurial Strengths Classes then resume meeting Mondays Strengths Coach with Jack Fundamen- Finder prior to the first class session. The and Tuesdays. tals, and Bob Tiell, Director of Career unique results will be the focus of the Services & Workforce Development with learning experience and will be the foun- $170 fee includes two textbooks. JFCS, as they help you discover which dation of an individualized discovery Contact Janet Poole, ext. 222. entrepreneurial talents you possess. process that will last far beyond the class sessions. College & Career Advisement Offers Louis & Lee Roth Family Center CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 2821 Klempner Way New Package Services Louisville, KY 40205 The following positions are available at (502) 452-6341; (502) 452-6718 fax JFCS: To better serve clients and fit their specif- College student packages focus on: ic needs, JFCS has developed new pack- • Career & College Advising www.jfcslouisville.org Klein Older Adult Services ages for high school students, college stu- • Career Assessment & Planning Program Assistant dents and young adults. • Career/Workforce Advising JFCS Food Pantry BSW Case Manager Drivers The new packages available to individual New to the program are young adult Suggestions for January Home Health Aides high school students include: services which focus on young adults • Career & College Advising who are unemployed, underemployed Hot and cold cereals, crackers, Career Services • Career Assessment & Planning or employed part-time. cookies, pancake mix and syrup, Career & Employment Counselor • College Advising chunky soups, single size snack Supported Employment Specialist JFCS will continue to see anyone on a items and toilet paper. JFCS will continue to offer group class- session by session basis offering afford- Americorp VISTA es in both college essay preparation and able fees based on a sliding scale. All donated food must be in its original Technology & Coaching Associate ACT preparation for high school stu- packaging. Please do not donate Financial Education & dents. For more information, contact expired items. Monetary donations Coaching Associate Ellen Shapira at ext. 225. may be made to the Sonny & Janet Meyer Family Food Pantry Fund. Contact Kathryn Bentley Fetter, ext. 258 Contact Kim Toebbe, ext. 103 for further information. Join JFCS for some annual bingo fun and enjoy a great breakfast buffet too!

The cost for breakfast is just one can of food and bingo is one can of food per card. All canned food items donated will go to stock the shelves of the Jewish Family & Career Service Food Pantry to help those in the community struggling with food insecurity.

Sunday, February 8 Don’t forget to bring a little cash and try your luck at the raffle too. This year 5 to 7 p.m. the winner will receive a Cuisinart 14-cup food processor. You won’t want Louis & Lee Roth to miss out on the chance to win this excellent kitchen appliance. The raffle Family Center is $2 per chance and all proceeds go to the Sonny & Janet Meyer Family Food Pantry Fund.

Support Groups at JFCS Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Groups Third Monday of the month, 12:45 p.m. Third Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Kenwood Elementary Family Resource Center We’re CPA strategists! 7420 Justan Ave. Contact Jo Ann Kalb, ext. 335

When you put Welenken CPAs on your team, you All meetings are held at JFCS Louis Parkinson’s Caregiver gain a partner that is focused on your overall & Lee Roth Family Center unless specified. Support Group Second Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. financial well-being. Adult Children of Aging Parents Contact Connie Austin, ext. 305 Third Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. Specializing in personalized accounting services Contact Mauri Malka, ext. 250 Spouses Caregiver Support Group for businesses, associations, and individuals, Alzheimer’s Caregiver Third Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. we are ready to go to work for you. Support Group Contact Mauri Malka, ext. 250 Second Friday of the month, 2 p.m. Contact Kim Toebbe, ext. 103 Support groups are facilitated by JFCS and Caregiver Support Group funded by KIPDA Area Agency on Aging First Tuesday of the month, 4 p.m. through the Older Americans Act and the Thomas Jefferson Unitarian Church, Cabinet for Health Services. 4936 Brownsboro Rd. Contact Naomi Malka, ext. 249 502 585 3251 www.welenken.com DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 21 Gross’ Release, Changes in Diplomatic Ties, Signal New Day for Cuban Jews WASHINGTON (JTA) – Alan Gross was imprisoned while trying to connect Cuba’s isolated Jewish community to the wider world. The deal that got him re- leased five years later may do just that and much more. Gross’ flight home to suburban Wash- ington on Wednesday with his wife, Judy, was part of a historic deal that overturns more than five decades of U.S. policy isolating the Communist island nation helmed by the Castro brothers. “We will end an outdated approach that for decades has failed to advance our interests and instead we will begin to normalize relations between our two countries,” President Obama said in announcing Gross’ release and radical changes in U.S. Cuba policy. U.S. officials in a conference call out- lined sweeping changes, including the resumption of full diplomatic relations, the opening of an embassy in Havana, and a loosening of trade and travel re- strictions. Dina Siegel Vann, the director of the American Jewish Committee’s Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin Ameri- can Affairs, said Gross’ release and the opening of ties with Cuba is a twofer for the Jews: In addition to the benefits ac- crued to all Cubans from open relations, she said, Cuban Jews “will have stronger ties to Jewish organizations, they will be much more in the open.” An estimated 1,000 to 1,500 Jews live in Cuba. Gross, who is now 65, was arrested in 2009 after setting up Internet access for the Cuban Jewish community while Alan Gross was released from a Cuban prison and brought to the United States. He conducts a press conference with his wife Judy on December 17. working as a contractor for the U.S. Agency for International Development. “While I’ve been prepared to take ad- Never formally charged with espionage, ditional steps for some time, a major Gross was convicted in 2009 for “crimes obstacle stood in our way,” the president against the state.” said, referring to Gross’ “wrongful im- Back in the United States on Wednes- prisonment.” day, Gross held a news conference, Republicans who have opposed eas- which he began with the greeting “Chag ing the Cuba embargo blasted the deal. sameach,” noting that his release coin- Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), the son of cided with the first day of Hanukkah. He Cuban immigrants, told Fox News that thanked political leaders, the Washing- Obama was “the worst negotiator since ton Jewish community, the local Jewish at least Jimmy Carter, and maybe in the Community Relations Council and other history of this country.” faith groups that pressed for his release. Many Jewish groups welcomed the “But ultimately – ultimately – the de- deal, however, and noted the political cision to arrange for and secure my re- difficulties it must have created for the lease was made in the Oval Office,” said Obama administration. Gross, reserving special praise for Pres- “We know the decision to release ident Obama and his National Security the Cuban three was not an easy one,” Council. the Conference of Presidents of Major Vann said improved U.S.-Cuba rela- American Jewish Organizations said in tions would have a rollover effect, re- a statement. “We appreciate the efforts moving obstacles to U.S. ties with other of President Obama and Vice President Latin American countries — and this in Biden in bringing this about.” turn would remove tensions that have Gross is in ill health. He has lost more affected Jewish communities. than 100 pounds since his incarceration “Cuba and Venezuela have a very in- and suffered from painful arthritis. terdependent relationship,” she said. A senior administration official who “Anti-Semitism and anti-American rhet- spoke to reporters before Obama’s an- oric are being used by the regime in Ven- nouncement said the Vatican played a ezuela, and with this that’s being under- key role in negotiating the deal, in part mined.” through Pope Francis’ pleas to Cuba to Daniel Mariaschin, who directs B’nai release Gross as a humanitarian gesture. B’rith International, a group with a In a statement, the pope said he “wish- strong Latin American presence, said a es to express his warm congratulations new era of ties “will raise the profile of for the historic decision taken by the Latin American communities and inter- Governments of the United States of est in those communities.” America and Cuba to establish diplo- In a deal American officials said was matic relations, with the aim of over- technically separate from the Gross re- coming, in the interest of the citizens lease, the United States and Cuba agreed of both countries, the difficulties which to exchange the three remaining incar- have marked their recent history.” cerated members of the “Cuban Five,” a The administration official also noted Florida-based spy ring, for an American the significance of the Jewish holiday spy held in Cuba for 20 years and whose season of freedom. identity remains a secret. “We believe that Alan was wrongfully Obama insisted that Gross was not imprisoned and overjoyed that Alan will part of the spy exchange and that, in be reunited with his family in this hol- fact, his imprisonment held up changes iday season of Hanukkah,” the official to the U.S. Cuba relationship he had in- said. tended on initiating years ago. 22 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775 teen topics

Jay Levine BBG Board at Chapter Banquet

Jay Levine BBG dinner at the Jade Palace. At the din- ner, members ate Chinese food and en- By Laina Meyerowitz joyed each other’s company. Members of Jay Levine BBG and Drew Corson A great term has come to an end for AZA are preparing for chapter elec- Jay Levine BBG but we stuck to it all tions for the spring term. The elections the way through. Before Thanksgiv- will take place at the JCC on January ing Break, we had a “Shabbat Todah” 11, at 2 p.m. (Shabbat of Thanks) where we made Glenn Hirsch received an Honorable Mention in the Jewish Hospital employee art show. Thanksgiving turkeys out of dessert and discussed BBYO summer pro- grams after a delightful dinner— KentuckyOne Health Employee thank you so much to the Lustigs for hosting us! When we returned from a Artwork on Display at Jewish Hospital much-needed break from school, we had our last chapter meeting where by Ben Goldenberg dures Technologist, Sts. Mary and Eliza- we discussed Regional Convention and Thirty pieces of artwork from Kentuc- beth Hospital. The Grand Prize winner, elections. kyOne Health employees are on display Nancy Voth, Bilingual Front Desk Re- Our final event was a banquet at at Jewish Hospital Chestnut Café. The ceptionist, KentuckyOne Primary Care Hawthorne Suites. Board members Drew Frey, Orly Feder, Gabe Shir, Abigail Brodsky, employee art exhibit is part of the Ken- Associates, Outer Loop Location, won gave their State of the Union speeches; Kate Frey at the Teen Connections Chanukah Party tuckyOne Health Healing Art program. $300 for her piece, Magical Bubbles. telling about what they accomplished Several of the artists agreed to donate There were more than 50 submissions throughout the term. We also had a Teen Connections their works to the program. of original artwork ranging from oil, wa- talent show and handed out individual Three Honorable Mentions receiving tercolor, charcoal and acrylic to draw- awards to all chapter members. By Glenn Sadle a check for $100 were Glenn Hirsch for ings, mixed media, digital graphics and After completing midterms for the Youth and Teen Coordinator Thunder Over Louisville, University of photography. Fall Semester, roughly 20 Jay Levine Louisville, Jewish Hospital Associate “It is very rewarding to see such cre- BBG members attended the renowned Professor of Medicine in the Medicine ative and talented artists amongst the KIO Regional Convention in Indianap- On Wednesday December 10, 20 and Cardiology Department; Julianna KentuckyOne Health employees,” said olis. Among all sorts of incredible pro- teens in middle school attended our Morrison-Sheridan for Within Beauty, Martha Slaughter, visual arts coordina- gramming, the 61st board of KIO was Teen Connection Chanukah Party at UNOS Transplant Coordinator, Jewish tor for KentuckyOne Health. “This exhi- elected and installed. Congratulations the JCC. We ate latkes and pizza and Hospital; and Leigh Montgomery, Cow, bition not only enhances the Chestnut to all elected as well as all of those that had a Dreidel tournament and made Charge Nurse, University of Louisville Cafe, it reflects the goals of the Healing ran – we are so so proud of you!! Also, menorahs. Thank you to Drew Frey Hospital. Two Awards of Excellence for Art Program which is to engage, educate congratulations to Louisville’s own and Marnina Goldberg for represent- $200 each were given to JoAnna Jack- and inspire the hospital community, Katie Segal for co-coordinating such a ing Louisville BBYO at the event. A big son for Cuban Car, Mammography De- staff, patients, and visitors while pro- successful weekend!! thanks is owed to the planning com- partment, Medical Center Jewish East; moting wellness through art.” Elections for Drew Corson AZA and mittee for their role: Michael Calderon, and Susan King for Sunrise, Big Four Slaughter is one of a three-person Jay Levine BBG Spring Term 2015 Lucy Calderon, Sophia Goldberg, Ja- Bridge, Cardiothoracic Special Proce- panel that judged the pieces. The other chapter boards will be January 11 at 2 cob Horvitz, David Bornstein, Ari Fed- two judges were Jewish Hospital Foun- p.m. at the JCC. We are so excited to er and Orly Feder. dation Board member and art collector see what the new leaders are capable Our next event will be the Teen Con- Henry Heuser and founding curator of of. nection/Louisville BBYO Trip to Per- 21C Museum, William Morrow. If you have any questions regarding fect North on Monday, January 19. Goose creek The mission of the Healing Art Pro- elections, please contact Mike Steklof. gram is to create a restorative and calm- Also, if you are interested in attending Diner ing environment by integrating art ex- any of the phenomenal summer pro- periences throughout our health care grams that BBYO offers, please contact facilities. Promoting healing by reduc- Mike or a past board member. These Chavurat ing stress and creating a relaxing and experiences provide opportunities to Shalom pleasing environment through art has learn more about Judaism, leadership, proven to reduce anxiety for patients, community service and the countries families, visitors and staff. that are visited from 5 different con- Chavurat Shalom meets at the Program organizers plan to hold an tinents!! Not to mention, you will un- Klein Center at The Temple, 5101 employee art solicitation and evaluation doubtedly make life-long memories U.S. Highway 42, unless otherwise Of equal or greater value. about every six months to grow the pro- and friendships. Don’t miss out! designated in the listing. It is a com- Not good with any other offers or discounts. gram. munity-wide program. All synagogue Must present coupon at time of purchase. Other employee artists included in the members and Jewish residents are inaugural exhibition included: Drew Corson AZA welcome. Expires 12/31/14 Alan Boeschel, Jeff Canary, Laura Dine In Only Chamberlin, Philomena Derenoncourt, By Jack Grossman Chavurat Shalom will not meet Mon.-Th. 11-9 PM Rhonda Fessel, Courtney Gordon, Ja- Teen Connections Editor in January. Fri. 11-9:30 PM mine Hamner, Mary Hanna, Melanie Sat. 8-9:30 PM Lutes, Leigh Montgomery, Nancy Mudd, A healthy and nutritious lunch Sun. 9-8 PM Charles Smith and Shawn Stevison. On Saturday, November 22, Drew is available at noon for a cost of $5, Corson AZA held its 5 Fold Sleepover followed by the program at 1 p.m. at Ben Gould’s house. At the sleepover, Kosher meals and transportation David Hemmer led a havdalah pro- are available for $5 upon request in gram and there was also a good and advance. Call 423-1818 for more in- welfare program. formation. From December 19-23, Louisville Funding for Chavurat Shalom is BBYO went to Regionals, which was provided by the Jewish Communi- held in Indianapolis. At regionals, the ty of Louisville, National Council new Kentucky Indiana Ohio (KIO) re- of Jewish Women, a Jewish Heri- gional board was elected, and the old tage Fund for Excellence grant, The KIO board was de-installed. Temple’s Men of Reform Judaism On December 25, Drew Corson AZA and Women of Reform Judaism and held its traditional Chinese Christmas many other generous donors. DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 23 New Grant for JFCS to around town Help Young Jewish Clients Toborowsky to be AJ’s Shabbat lence and peacemaking? Scholar The second class is The Torah Murray Toborowsky will be Adath of Lives Well Lived with Rabbi Joe with Career Development Jeshurun’s Shabbat Scholar following Rooks-Rapport at 10:45 a.m. This Shabbat morning services on Decem- class traces the lives of famous Jew- Individuals struggling with and college-age students who partici- ber 27. His topic is “A Famous Old ish figures throughout history and the job placement after college to pate in JFCS’s long-standing individ- West Sherriff and an African-Ameri- lessons of Torah their lives can teach. ualized career assessment and college can Musician.” Each session stands alone and unfolds get help with their search advisement program. In this program, a life of meaning and many lessons Making a good college and career de- students are tested in the areas of apti- The Temple Offers Basic Judaism to be shared from men and women cision at an early age has become more tude, interests, personality, values, study Class who changed the world, whose lives and more important in our fast-chang- motivation and drive to help them deter- A basic Judaism class is taught each are a chapter of Torah waiting to be ing world. Students can no longer choose mine good career options for their fu- Monday, 8-9 p.m. at The Temple. The told. The second class does not have a college, drift through and somehow by ture. Through counseling, the students current trimester is “Jewish Holidays: a charge and does not require regis- the time of graduation end up with a job are then helped to develop career-related A Journey through the Hebrew Year” tration. in the career of their choice. The new experiences and choose appropriate ed- taught by Rabbi Gaylia R. Rooks. This economy, the increasing cost of high- ucational programs and majors. class is for anyone who wants to learn Jews and Brews Meets er education and extreme competition The new grant will also help support more about Judaism. There will be no Wednesdays for good jobs for college graduates has the long-standing Jewish Community classes on January 19 or 26. Join Rabbi Wolk for “Jews and made better college and career planning Summer Internship Program, which Brews,” a one-hour class in which a necessity. Our Jewish community will pays for Jewish college-age students to The Temple Offers Torah Study participants study the weekly Torah flourish when we have young profession- have meaningful summer internships with Rabbi David portion through the prisms of both als who are well educated and working within the Jewish community agencies. Meet in The Temple’s Fishman Li- ancient and modern commentary productively to provide for their future Additional internships will now be of- brary Saturdays year-round 9-10 a.m. while enjoying a cup (or cups?) of cof- families. Jewish Family and Career Ser- fered this year including one at Jewish before the morning service to read fee. Free and open to the public. Jews vices has a long history of providing in- Hospital in the Human Resources de- and discuss the Torah portion of the and Brews meets weekly on Wednes- dividualized college and career assess- partment. week over good coffee, bagels and oth- day mornings at 11 a.m. at the JCC ment services to the young people of In recent years, JFCS has seen a dra- er treats. This class is taught by Rabbi Library. For more details, contact the Jewish and general community, but matic increase in the number of young David Ariel-Joel. Yonatan Yussman, executive director, those services will now be enhanced by people younger than 30 who are strug- at [email protected] or a new grant from The Jewish Heritage gling with careers and jobs. The new Temple Scholars Classes Offered 502-459-2780. Fund for Excellence. grant will help provide financial as- on Wednesdays The new grant is part of a continuing sistance to clients in this age group as The Temple holds Temple Schol- The Temple Celebrates Charter collaboration between the Jewish Her- they attempt to find a career focus and ars classes on Wednesday mornings. The Temple will commemorate its itage Fund for Excellence and JFCS to develop and execute a new career plan, There are two classes from which to 1843 charter on January 2 with a clas- help strengthen the Jewish Community and the grant will further develop a core choose, or you may attend both. A sical reform service at 7 p.m. This ser- by retaining our Jewish talent in Lou- group of young professionals to serve as Time for War, A Time for Peace be- vice will be led from the beloved Si- isville and eventually looking to attract mentors to these struggling clients. gins at 9:30 a.m. with Rabbi David nai Edition of the Union Prayer Book, more Jewish young people to our area. The final piece of the grant will allow Ariel-Joel and requires registration. along with music from the era. Last summer JFCS was able to provide a JFCS to develop a Business Advisory This class explores Jewish ideas relat- program called Launching Your Career Council to increase engagement of the ing to the pressing contemporary is- AJ Offeres Adult Hebrew Classes which provided job search assistance employer community so that JFCS can sues of war and peace and asks ques- Adath Jeshurun offers two adult and other career related activities to make better matches of young people tions such as, how do we balance the Hebrew classes on Sunday mornings recent college graduates who have not to careers and jobs in Louisville and to relative values of peace and security? taught by Deborah Slosberg: Conver- yet been able to attain their first real ca- better meet needs of employers in Lou- What is the relationship between vio- see around town page 24 reer-related job. As well as a workshop isville. series, professionals in the Jewish Com- For more information on any of the munity were recruited to work with par- career and college advisement services ticipants as mentors. offered by JFCS, you may contact Ellen This grant will help young people in Shapira at 502- 452-6341, ext. 225 or esh- a number of different ways. Financial [email protected]. assistance will be awarded to families where needed to subsidize high school-

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The late Benn professional careers. Davis was fea- Insider Louisville ran an article on tured in the No- JFCS’s Navigate Enterprise Center vember/December on December 3 about its microloan pro- issue of Sophisti- gram for new businesses. The article cated Living. The was part of a series highlighting Louis- owner of Seng ville non-profits. Jewelers died re- Kentucky Super Lawyers recognized cently, just after 57 Stoll Keenon Ogden attorneys in his 99th birthday. the 2015 publication: 44 are Kentucky His grandson Super Lawyers and 13 received Rising Scott said he was Star status. Also, one SKO attorney is Benn Davis fond of joking that recognized in the Top 25 Women Ken- not many men tucky Super Lawyer category, and two have the luxury of being in a business are ranked in the Top 50 Kentucky Su- where every woman is happy to see you. per Lawyer category. “The reason he lived so long,” Scott Da- W. Kyle Engle, professor of Education vis said, “came down to the fact that that at the University of Louisville, published he was truly happy. He always told me, a paper in the University Council of Ed- ‘Go to bed happy, wake up happy’.” ucational Administration, “The High Gail Beck- Wall: How an Educational Filmstrip Un- er, Margaret intentionally Endangered Mississippi’s Handmaker and Jewish Communities in the Civil Rights Pat Parks were Era.” The article is in the magazine’s Fall named to Leader- 2014 edition. ship Louisville’s Members of the Fox family carried 2015 Encore Class. on a 60-year tradition when they lit Ha- The program is for nukkah candles on Tuesday, December graduates of Lead- 16 at Medical Center Jewish East, part ership Louisville of KentuckyOne Health. The tradition- who want to con- al lighting of the Fox Family Hanukkah tinue to give back Menorah is done to honor the memory of Pat Parks to the community Hilda Fox, head nurse at Jewish Hospi- as they retire, ap- tal for many years prior to her death on proach retirement or transition from the fourth night of Hanukkah in 1956. 24 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775

and open to the community. Classes raeli-Palestinian negotiations, shares take place in the office of Steve Berger, his inside diplomatic and scholarly around town 500 W. Jefferson St., on Fridays at 12:15 perspective on the latest news in the p.m. The January classes will meet on Israeli-Arab conflict. He will discuss Continued from page 23 tered the Alef-Bet and want to learn January 9, 16, 23 and 30. historic efforts and the future of diplo- some basic vocabulary, as well as how macy in achieving a sustainable peace sational Hebrew at 10 a.m. and Prayer to read Hebrew. If you have any ques- AJ’s Short & Sweet Service is between Israel, the Palestinians and Book Hebrew at 11 a.m. Classes will tions, please contact Rabbi Rooks at January 10 their Arab neighbors. Both broadcasts meet January 4 and 25. These classes 502-212-2035. Adath Jeshurun’s Short & Sweet Jr. are free and open to the community. are free and open to the community. Congregation is a family service for For more information, contact Debo- Knit & Qvell Circle to Meet students in grades K through 7, their The Temple’s MLK Shabbat Service rah Slosberg at 502-458-5359 or dslos- The Knit & Qvell Circle at Anshei parents and grandparents. Led by Deb- is January 16 [email protected]. Sfard will meet Wednesday, January 7, orah Slosberg, the next service will The Temple’s annual Dr. Martin Lu- at 1 p.m. in the Shul library. All knitters take place on Saturday, January 10,, at ther King Jr. Memorial Shabbat Service Rabbi Metzger Teaches Stepping and want-to-be knitters are welcome to 10:30 a.m. The community is welcome. January 16 at 7 p.m. will feature spe- Up to Judaism Class attend. All knitted items will be donated cial guests – the Greater Bethel Temple Stepping Up to Judaism is taught by to the Jefferson County Public Schools Roy Martin is AJ’s Shabbat Scholar Choir with Director of Worship Lar- Rabbi Laura Metzger and takes place Clothes Closet. For more information Adath Jeshurun welcomes Roy Mar- sandra Linton. The choir will perform on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. at contact Toby Horvitz at 502-458-7108 tin as Shabbat Scholar on Saturday, songs to celebrate the life and work of Adath Jeshurun. The class is for those or Fran Winchell at 502-426-4660. January 10. Martin will speak follow- Dr. King. Greater Bethel Temple is lo- who are considering conversion and ing day at the kiddush lunch. Please join cated in the former home of Adath Is- those who want to deepen their con- Jewish Genealogy Workshop us for this thought-provoking presenta- rael on Third Street in Old Louisville. nection to Judaism. Each session will Offered at Temple Shalom tion. His topic is The 2016 Presidential The Temple’s own volunteer choir, Shir address an aspect of becoming a Jew. Dr. Jon Klein will hold an adult edu- Elections and American Foreign Policy. Chadash, will perform the liturgical The January dates are January 5, 12 cation program and workshop at Tem- Martin has a master’s degree from The music of the Shabbat service. A special and 26. ple Shalom Thursday, January 8, at 7 George Washington University with Oneg Shabbat will follow the service. p.m. on Jewish Genealogy: Exploring special foreign policy graduate study at your Ancestry and Roots Using the In- The Paul A. Nitze School of Advanced Rabbi Metzger to Lead Shabbat Text Study with Rabbi David ternet. International Studies of the The Johns Morning with Notes Offered Klein will demonstrate websites that Hopkins University. In 2015 Martin Thanks to a generous grant from the The Temple holds a text study Mon- can be helpful in researching this top- will begin his 14th year of teaching Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence, day nights at 7 p.m. with Rabbi David. ic, and those attending are invited to foreign policy and political courses at Adath Jeshurun is pleased to offer From Torah to Midrash – What is the bring tablets or smartphones to follow Bellarmine University School of Con- “Shabbat Morning with Notes,” a series Backbone of Jewish Sacred Texts? cov- along with him. tinuing Education. of experience services for adult learners ers questions such as: Are we Biblical Klein is a professor at the University of all levels, conducted by Rabbi Laura Jews or rabbinical Jews? Why and how of Louisville School of Medicine. Rabbi Litvin to Offer Meditation Metzger. Attendance is free and open did Genesis became Genesis Rabba? Please RSVP to Temple Shalom, 502- Class to the community. The January date Through the magic of Rabbinical texts, 458-4739. Refreshments will be served Rabbi Avrohom Litvin will offer a for this service is Saturday, January 17, participants will witness Judaism’s un- after the program. meditation class open to the entire at 10 a.m. For more information, con- orthodox theology. No classes Decem- community on January 11 at 7 p.m. The tact Deborah Slosberg at dslosberg@ ber 29, January 19 and 26. Mishneh Torah Study Offered guided meditation aims to provide par- adathjeshurun.com or 502-458-5359. Weekly ticipants with the purpose of prayer as Study Hebrew with Rabbi Rooks Adath Jeshurun offers a weekly class well as the kabbalistic teachings as to Sisterhood Shabbat Services Held The Temple will be offering a new in Mishneh Torah in downtown Louis- how to reach G-d through meditation at Temple Shalom beginner’s Hebrew class on Monday ville. Participants are invited to bring a and payer. No previous meditation ex- Women of Temple Shalom invite the evenings starting January 5, at 7-8 p.m. brown-bag dairy lunch and join Rabbi perience is required. community to Sisterhood Shabbat on “Alef Hebrew” will be taught by Rab- Slosberg and Cantor Lipp. Prior knowl- Litvin has been teaching meditation Saturday, January 17, at 10:30 a.m. It bi Gaylia R. Rooks and is a beginning edge of Jewish texts and Hebrew is not for the past three years and leads a cof- will commemorate the birth of Dr. Mar- course for those who have not yet mas- required. This lively discussion is free fee and kabbala meditation class that tin Luther King Jr. A kiddush lunch will meets every second Wednesday at 8 follow the service. Please RSVP for the a.m. at Chabad House. luncheon by calling Temple Shalom at For more information or to reserve 502-458-4739 by Thursday, January 15. your place, call Rabbi Litvin at 502- 459-1770. Jews and the Civil Rights Movement Session Offered KI to Have Reception for Rabbi An adult education session on the Wolk and Heidi Bennett topic of “Justice, Justice You Shall Pur- The Board of Directors of Keneseth sue: A Look into the Lives of Jews in Israel Congregation cordially invites the Civil Rights Movement” will be at the community to a post-wedding re- 10 a.m. on Sunday, January 18, at Tem- ception for Rabbi Michael Wolk and ple Shalom. Heidi Bennett. KI will welcome the It will be taught by Jessica Wainer, newlywed couple home to an open Temple Shalom’s Rabbinic Intern for house on Sunday, January 11, from this year from Hebrew Union College. 2:30-5:30 at KI. Please RSVP no lat- Her internship is sponsored by the Jew- er than January 4 to wedding@ke- ish Heritage Fund for Excellence. nesethisrael.com or 502-459-2780. For more information, contact Tem- ple Shalom, 502-458-4739. Movies and More Offered at AJ Adath Jeshurun presents Movies and The Temple Young Adult Group to More. All shows begin at 3 p.m. at AJ Help Package Food for the Needy and are free and open to the commu- The Temple Young Adult Group (ages nity. January 13: Game Shows of the 22-33) will partner with Kids Against 1950s, including “Beat the Clock” and Hunger to package dry, shelf-stable “I’ve Got a Secret”; January 27: “Fun food for children both here in Louis- with Dick and Jane.” ville and overseas on Sunday, January 18, at 5:30 p.m. The event will be in The AJ Holds 92Y Broadcast January 14 Temple’s Klein Center, and pizza and and 21 drinks will be provided for volunteers. Adath Jeshurun will host “Live from Please RSVP to 502-423-1818 by Janu- New York’s 92nd Street Y” on Janunary ary 16. This event is sponsored by the 14 and 21. Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence. Wednesday, January 14 at 8 p.m. will feature Thomas L. Friedman in Con- AJ to Have Trivia Night versation with Dov Seidman: How to Adath Jeshurun will host Triv- Repair Our World? This is the first in ia Night on Sunday, January 18, at 6 a series of conversations on how indi- p.m. The evening will include dinner viduals, nations and businesses must followed by a festive night of fun and urgently change how they behave, lead games. Cost is $18 per person. Reserve and operate in a world that is more in- your space with a credit card by call- terconnected and interdependent. This ing Lizzie Tasch in the AJ office at 502- evening will examine the challenges 458-5359, or register online by visiting: in the global arena at this pivotal time www.adathjeshurun.com/trivia. and the fundamental shifts needed to solve our most pressing problems. Help The Temple Fight Hunger Wednesday, January 21 at 8 p.m. will The Temple, Aids Interfaith Minis- feature Ambassador Martin S. Indyk tries and Kids Against Hunger will be speaking on What’s next for Israel? In- offering an opportunity to package dry, dyk, former U.S. special envoy for Is- see Around town page 25 DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 25 around town Joseph E. Continued from page 24 Fineman lifecycle Joseph E. Fine- shelf-stable meals for children both man, 84, died in town and overseas on Monday, Weddings The funeral took place in Fremont, Thursday, Novem- January 19, at 5:30 p.m. The packag- CA. Expressions of sympathy may be ber 20, at Baptist ing will be done in the Klein Center. Friedman/ made to the American Cancer Society. Health Louisville. Pizza and drinks will be provided to Tratenberg He was a native of volunteers. Please RSVP to The Tem- Mr. and Mrs. Edith G. Bloch Chester, WV, born ple at 502-423-1818 by January 16. Alan Jay Fried- Edith G. Bloch, 88, passed away November 26, man are pleased Wednesday, November 19, at her home 1929, to the late JFCS Offers ACT Prep Classes to announce the surrounded by her daughters. Born in Morris and Lena Weinbren Fineman. Jewish Family and Career Ser- upcoming mar- 1926 in Memel, Lithuania, to the late He was a graduate of West Virginia Uni- vices will offer ACT preparation riage of their son, Leo and Dora Goetz, Edith and her versity Law School, a U.S. Army veteran classes beginning Jan. 20 at the Michael Samuel, mother survived the Holocaust, a rare and a retired attorney, practicing law JFCS Louis & Lee Roth Family Cen- to Allyson Amy occurrence. They immigrated to New from 1957 to 2007. He was a member of ter. The first two classes will meet Tratenberg. Mi- York in 1947. The Temple, a former board of trustees on Tuesday and Thursday due to the chael is the grand- Edith got to know her future hus- at The Temple, past president at the Jew- Martin Luther King holiday. Then son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Nadler, of band, J. Leon Bloch, at the St. Ottilien ish Community Center, a former board classes resume meeting on Mondays Cincinnati, OH, Mrs. Arthur H. Fried- Displaced Persons Camp. Edith moved member of Kentucky United Way and and Tuesdays at JFCS. The workshop man, of Boca Raton, FL, and Cincinnati to Louisville from New York to marry a member of the Kentucky Bar Associ- fee of $170 includes two textbooks. and the late Arthur H. Friedman. Bloch, and they built a life here. They ation. Contact Janet Poole at 502-452-6341, Michael graduated from Kentucky loved music, the arts and travel. He is preceded in death by his par- ext. 222, or [email protected]. Country Day School and Indiana Uni- Proficient in a number of languages, ents; his sister, Sarabell Solomon; and versity, where he was a member of Sig- they participated in a Hebrew-speaking his brother, David Fineman. Rabbi’s Shabbat Meal at The ma Alpha Mu fraternity. He has a CPA group in Louisville. Edith received her He is survived by his beloved wife, Temple will be January 23 license and is an audit manager at Ernst master’s degree at the University of Lou- Lois Levy Fineman; his daughter, Linda The Temple invites the community and Young in New York. isville while becoming a mother. Fineman (Dave Horne) of Cary, NC; his to enjoy a high quality Shabbat meal Allyson is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. She worked at Bingham Child Guid- son, Daniel Fineman of Bangkok, Thai- served in an intimate setting in the Louis Tratenberg, of Springfield, NJ. She ance as a child psychologist for 50 years. land; and three brothers, Alvin Fineman Klein Center on Friday, January 23, is the granddaughter of Harriet Kottler Bloch was a faculty member in the De- of Pittsburgh, PA, Bernard Fineman at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome to join of Short Hills, NJ, and the late Morris partment of Psychiatry at the University (June) of East Liverpool, OH, and Aaron in this celebration in the true sense Kottler, and the late Thelma and Morris of Louisville and enjoyed the intellectual Fineman (Leslie) of Rockville, MD. of Shabbat. A fun art project for chil- Tratenberg of New York. stimulation of her position. She devel- A memorial service was Sunday, No- dren will be available. A delicious Allyson graduated from Jonathan oped lifelong friends along the way. vember 23, at The Temple, 5101 US Hwy traditional Jewish Moroccan din- Dayton High School in Springfield, NJ, She surmounted the multiple chal- 42. Burial was private. Expressions of ner will be served, featuring Skhina and the University of Delaware. She has lenges of her life and is remembered as a sympathy may be made to The Temple (Sephardic Cholent) and other non- a masters’ degree in industrial organiza- vibrant and caring soul. She was a mem- or Hosparus. spicy delicacies, along with desserts, tional psychology from New York Uni- ber of Congregation Adath Jeshurun, the see Lifecycle page 26 Israeli wines and our signature cock- versity and is a human resources man- American and the Kentucky psychologi- tail – the Rabbi’s Elixer of Eden. A ager at American Express in New York. cal associations. vegetarian option may be requested Allyson and Michael will be married She is preceded in death by her par- when making your reservation. Due at the Wilshire Grand Hotel in West Or- ents, her brother Max Goetz and her to the generosity of the Jewish Her- ange, NJ on December 27 and will reside husband J. Leon Bloch. itage Fund for Excellence, all this is in New York. She is survived by her daughters, Ani- being offered for only $5 per person, ta Bloch (Steven Berl) of Piedmont, CA, with no charge for children younger Wolk/ and Rina Bloch of Brookline, MA; and than 13. Reservations must be made Bennett her grandchildren, Arieh and Joshua no later than Tuesday, January 20, Heidi Lou- Berl. The family would like to share a by calling 423-1818. Pre-payment is ise Bennett special thank you to Becky Montague requested. Checks should be made and Rab- for her care and devotion to Mrs. Bloch payable to The Temple – Memo line: bi Michael and to the caregivers of Home Instead Rabbi’s Dinner. Wolk will be Senior Care. married on Funeral services were November 21 Ruttenberg to be KI Scholar-in- December 28 at Herman Meyer & Sons, 1338 Ellison Residence at the Plainview Jewish Center in Plain- Ave., with burial in Adath Jeshurun Please save the date for the 2015 view, New York. Surrounded by friends Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may David and Reva Waldman Kahn and family from near and far, the cere- be made to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Scholar-in-Residence program, fea- mony will be performed by Cantor Mor- Museum, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place turing Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg. ris Wolk. SW, Washington, DC 20024-2126, or Yad There will be a Kabbalat Shabbat Heidi is the daughter of Marc and Sha- Vashem Holocaust Memorial, P.O.B. on Friday, January 23, at 5:45 p.m. ron Bennett, of Louisville. After grad- 3477, Jerusalem 9103401, Israel. at the JCC. There will be a dinner at uating from Bellarmine University, she 6:30 p.m., and Ruttenberg will speak began her work as a teacher and teaches Gerald Marvin Goldberg on the topic, Holy Frustration and third grade at The Walden School. Mi- Gerald Marvin Goldberg, 78, of Flush- Radical Amazement: Parenting as a chael is the son of Cantor Morris and ing, NY, passed away Wednesday, No- Spiritual Practice. Geraldine Wolk of Plainview, NY. He vember 19, at Baptist Health Hospital in On Saturday, January 24, at 9:30 moved to Louisville in 2012 to begin Louisville. a.m. at Keneseth Israel, there will serving as the rabbi of Keneseth Israel Gerry was born on May 18, 1936, in be Shabbat services, then a Kid- Congregation. Louisville, graduated from Male High dush Luncheon and Ruttenberg will The couple is thankful for all the good School, attended the University of Ken- speak at 11:45 a.m., with the topic, wishes extended by members of the Lou- tucky and served in the U.S. Army. After God Beyond Metaphor: Encounters isville Jewish community. college, Gerry moved to New York and with the Unknowable. worked as a credit manager for several Dinner costs $18 for adults, $10 Obituaries large companies. Gerry loved sports, es- for children. The Kiddush luncheon pecially college basketball. and attending the lectures are free John E. Simon Survivors include his sister, Sharon of charge. Note that free childcare John E. Simon, 67, beloved husband, Bensinger (Charlie), nieces and neph- is provided at all events. Thank you father and brother, passed away on Mon- ews. Shalom Tower Waiting to the Waldman and Kahn Fam- day, October 20. A memorial service was Monday, No- ilies for creating and supporting He was born in La Paz, Bolivia, vember 24, at Herman Meyer & Son, List Now Has 9-12 the KI Scholar-in-Residence pro- the child of Andreas Simon and Idel 1338 Ellison Ave. Month Wait for Vacancy gram, to the JCC for co-sponsoring Bensinger, who predeceased him, as Memorial contributions may be made this event, and to the KI Education well as his sister, Barbara. He was a re- to Visually Impaired Preschool Services Committee. tired pediatrician with post-graduate or a charity of choice. studies in pediatric surgery in Munich, AJ Book Club to Meet January 25 Germany. He was fluent in English, The next AJ Book Club meeting Spanish and German, having moved in will be January 25 at 2 p.m. in the AJ 2011 from La Paz to Chevy Chase, MD., Benovitz Family Library. The Book and in 2014 to Fremont, CA. Club will be discussing The Angel of He is survived by his wife, Elba; his For further information, please call Losses by Stephanie Feldman. Book daughter Miriam Captor (Marko) of Fre- Diane Reece or Sue Claypoole at 454-7795. Club meetings are free and open to mont, CA.; his son Daniel of Herndon, the community. For more informa- VA; his sister Irene Simon Friedman tion about the Adath Jeshurun Book (Pedro) of Bogota, Colombia; his uncle Club, please contact Deborah Slos- Hans Bensinger of Louisville; his cous- berg at dslosberg@adathjeshurun. ins Karin Bensinger Applebaum (Dan- 3650 Dutchmans Ln., Louisville, KY 40205 com or 502-458-5359. iel) and Juan Strem of Santa Cruz, Bo- (502) 454-7795 livia. 26 Community  DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775

Kitchen (Mindy), Branson, MO.; aunt from Pratt Institute. He married Evelyn Helen (St. Louis), aunt Lucille (Hanover, Pollack in 1947, and they were devoted lifecycle PA), and cousins. to each other through 65 years of their She was a great lady and will be marriage until her death in 2013. Harriet sustain a joyful and supportive home in missed by all who knew and loved her. For most of his career, he was presi- Catherine the face of adversity. She was dignified, Her favorite saying was, “If you are lucky dent of a series of manufacturing firms Waldman modest and unstoppably generous. enough to be at the beach, you are lucky in Chicago, New Jersey and Cincinnati. Harriet Cath- Irvin Waldman, her beloved husband enough.” Expressions of sympathy may In 1984, the Steinmans founded a suc- erine Waldman, of 40 years, preceded her in death, as did be made to Heifer International. cessful outplacement service, Robert E. 82, affectionately her five brothers, Joseph, Lester, Milton, Steinman, Associates. known as “Baby” Marvin and Leo, and her sister, Eleanor. Helen Lanter Throughout his life, Steinman spent a to her family, She is survived by her sister, Zelda Tas- Dillof lot of time volunteering. In Wheeling, IL, passed away on man of Louisville; her daughters, Alyce Helen Lanter he served on the Planning Commission. November 23, in Waldman Jones and Sheryl Rosenberg Dillof, 91, passed The family belonged to Beth Tikvah Louisville. She of Chicago; her grandchildren, Jordan away on December Congregation where Steinman taught in was the youngest of eight children, born and Jason Rosenberg, and Autumn 3. She was born the religious school and served in many to Freda and Herman Shalinsky in Kan- Jones; and many nieces and nephews. March 17, 1923, capacities, including president. sas City, Kansas, on October 16, 1932. Harriet was a member of Congregation in Brooklyn, NY. In Cincinnati, he was a leader in While visiting her sister, Zelda Tas- Adath Jeshurun, the National Council She is mourned by S.C.O.R.E., and for the Appalachian man in Louisville, Harriet met and fell of Jewish Woman and a life member of her son, Mark, and Council of Cincinnati, he was a volun- in love with Irvin Waldman. They would Hadassah. daughter, Robin teer assistant third grade teacher work- later marry and make Louisville their The funeral service was November 26 (Steven) of Louisville, KY, and grand- ing with inner city and under-motivated home. Harriet was a devoted wife, moth- at Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 2401 sons, Sammy and Lance. Survivors also children. He was also active at Temple er, grandmother and aunt – generous Woodbourne Ave., Louisville. Burial include her sister, Shirley, her brother, Sholom. When the congregation lost and loving to all who knew her. was at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery. David (Ellie), and many nieces, nephews both its administrator and secretary As young woman, she started what Gifts to honor Harriet may be made and a wide constellation of friends. at the same time, the Steinmans filled became a 46-year career as a Sunday to the Congregation Adath Jeshurun or Helen earned her BA in education at the positions as volunteers for three school and preschool teacher at Congre- the Harriet Waldman Preschool Fund at New York University, her MA in child- months. gation Adath Jeshurun. In addition to Adath Jeshurun. hood education from Columbia Univer- The Steinmans moved to Louisville this teaching, Harriet worked as a highly sity and worked as a teacher in the New in 2009, where he volunteered with Ho- sought-after special events planner and Bessie Younger York City public school system. After sparus and Jewish Family & Career Ser- worked at the Jewish Community Cen- Bessie Younger, retiring, she became active in the Five vices. He was a member of Temple Sha- ter, where she taught cooking and sew- 98, born June 28, Towns National Council of Jewish Wom- lom and the Senior Adult Program at the ing. 1916, passed away en. Her strong commitment to volun- Jewish Community Center. In 2012, she was honored by Adath Je- peacefully Novem- teerism and charity was reflected in her He donated his body to the University shurun for her teaching excellence and ber 29. She was the lifelong expression of a key tenant of her of Louisville School of Medicine. creative spirit. She was beloved by her owner of Young- faith, Tikon Olam, repairing the world, He was preceded in death by his sons, students and their parents. Many of her er Furs and was and she gave her time to many Jewish Michael and Stuart Steinman, and his students would later send their children a sales associate causes. grandson, Glenn Wallace. and their children’s children to be taught with Shillitos and Moving to Louisville at age 72, she and He is survived by his daughter, Shie- by her at the preschool. an active volunteer her husband, Albert, quickly became ac- la (David) Wallace; daughter-in-law, Those who knew Harriet remember and avid bridge player. climated to their new life, forging deep Bonnie Steinman; granddaughters, her delight in sharing stories about her She is preceded in death by her dear friendships and participating in events Sara (Ross) Levine and Carla Wallace; family growing up during the Depres- husband, Leon Younger. at The Temple and around town. After and two great-grandchildren, Madeline sion. Through these tales, Harriet passed She is survived by her children, Judy her husband’s passing, she found the re- Scarbrough and Gavin Wallace. on the values that allowed her family to and Fred Look and Betty and Houston siliency to lead a full life, being always Memorial gifts may go to Temple Oppenheimer; her grandchildren, Mark available to those who needed her sup- Shalom, 4615 Lowe Road, Louisville, (Gail) Oppenheimer, Brett (Laurie) Op- port. She was our family’s rock, problem KY 40220; Hosparus of Louisville, 3526 penheimer, Lee Look and Keith (Carlot- solver, peace maker, trusted advisor, joke Ephraim McDowell Drive, Louisville, ta) Look; her great-grandchildren, Max, teller and our great source of love. KY 40205; Jewish Family & Career Ser- Blake, Lauren, Ben, Clayton, Leotis and Funeral services were December 7, at vices, 2821 Klempner Way, Louisville, Levi; her brother, Michael (Sue) Segal; Herman Meyer & Son, 1338 Ellison Ave., KY 40205; or the Jewish Federation of her sister-in-law, Betty Younger; and with burial in The Temple Cemetery. Ex- Louisville, 3600 Dutchmans Lane, Lou- dear friend, Elaine Glogower. pressions of sympathy may be made to isville, KY 40205. There was a private graveside service. the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation or Contributions in Bessie Younger’s mem- Kentucky School for the Blind. Nat Bailen ory may go to The Temple or the donor’s Nat Bailen, 91, passed away Tuesday, favorite charity. Sam Michael Rosenman December 16. He was born in Louisville Sam Michael Rosenman of Smith- on February 25, 1923. He attended Male Susan Kitchin Goellner field, KY, died December 5. He was a vet- High School, where he played quarter- Susan Kitchin Goellner, 66, died Sun- eran of the U.S. Navy. back on the varsity football team after day, November 30, at her home in the He is survived by his wife, Barbara overcoming a previous attack of polio. Highlands. Susan Peters Rosenman; his children, Steve He was offered a college football schol- was a registered midwife and nurse Rosenman (Pam), Sasha Rosenman arship, which he declined in order to en- practitioner and helped deliver many Caufield (Jeff) and Evan A. Rosenman. list in the Army Air Force as an aviation babies in the Louisville and Southern He is also survived by five grandchildren cadet at the beginning of World War II. Indiana area. Susan was an intelligent and his devoted extended family. As a bombardier navigator, he flew 42 warm, compassionate, sincere, and gen- Services are private with burial on the bombing missions over North Africa, erous, loving person and brought com- family farm. Expressions of sympathy Morocco and the Romanian oil fields; fort and joy to many. She was also a great may be made to the Parkinson’s Founda- and he received the Distinguished Fly- planner and organizer and managed a tion or Blessings in a Backpack. ing Cross. women’s health clinic in Columbus, OH. Nat was predeceased by a brother, She was a member of Adath Jeshurun Robert E. Harold “Skippy” Bailen; and a sister, synagogue and the Jewish Community Steinman Ann Bailen. He is survived by his wife, Center. Robert E. Stein- Janice Marks Bailen; two sons, Martin She is survived by her partner Marvin man, 88, passed Paul Bailen and Richard M. Bailen; and Fleischman of Louisville, daughter Mar- away on Decem- his sister, Faye Greenberg. garet Becker, ber 14, 2014. Born Funeral services were December 18 Austin, TX; son Robert Becker (Aimee on September at Herman Meyer and Son, 1338 Ellison Denero), NY; son Derek Chen-Becker 18, 1926, to Ber- Ave., with burial in The Temple ceme- (Debbie Chen- nard and Bella tery. Becker, grandchildren Dylan, Dean, Steinman, in New Expressions of sympathy may be and Dahlia), Denver; mother Doris York, he served made to the charity of choice. A spe- Kitchin, Louisville; sister Linda Lind- in the U.S. Navy during World War II cial thank you to Meadowview Nursing say (Bruce), Louisville; brother Billiam and earned his degree in engineering Home and Dr. Jane Cornex. DECEMBER 26, 2014  4 TEVET 5775  Community 27

Jewish tradition teaches that a miracle tum (kodesh). The inner sanctum con- ment to Torah observance and refused D’var Torah occurred involving the oil of the Meno- tained the Ark with the tablets of the to be swept up by assimilation. Still, the rah; the oil fit for only one day’s use last- covenant. The outer sanctum contained Jewish answer to Greek culture -- world- ed eight days. But several vessels including the Menorah. ly wisdom and art -- is not to reject it by Rabbi Dr. Joshua Golding this only pushes Clearly, the inner sanctum was in some completely. Special to Community our question back. way holier than the outer sanctum. The The lighting of the beautiful Meno- Why did God see Ark and the tablets of the covenant sym- rah signifies that worldly wisdom and hat is the significance of fit to create a mir- bolize the Torah or divine wisdom. The art can be elevated and even sanctified beauty or esthetic matters acle involving the Menorah is a candelabrum of light and to some degree. The miracle of the Me- within Judaism? Does Ju- Menorah rather light is a universally acknowledged met- norah underscores this vital lesson. The W daism teach that physical than some other aphor for wisdom. Whereas the Tablets Jewish way is to incorporate worldly beauty is something we should ignore or vessel in the Tem- bear the divine inscription of the com- wisdom and esthetics within a way of downplay? Does Judaism teach that the ple? mandments, the Menorah bears no living that places a premium on Torah “finer things in life” – art, music – should The Menorah such obvious representation of divine learning, and on a commitment to moral be regarded as insignificant or frivolous? was the most or- revelation. Hence, while the Ark and the and spiritual virtues. One might be inclined to think so, es- Rabbi Joshua Golding nate and beautiful Tablets represent divine wisdom, the As we celebrate Chanukah in our own pecially in light of the traditional Jewish vessel in the tab- Menorah symbolizes, indeed, embodies, day, let us remain steadfast in our com- emphasis on moral and spiritual virtues ernacle. It was also the most esthetical- worldly wisdom and esthetic beauty. mitment to God and Torah observance. such as justice, compassion, and rever- ly pleasing vessel to behold, especially The great legacy of the Greeks con- And, as we light the candles of the Me- ence for God. But the lesson of the Me- when lit. There is nothing more entranc- sisted in foundational contributions to norah, let us also celebrate the physical norah teaches a more subtle approach to ing than gazing at beautiful flames in worldly wisdom as well as great works beauty that we find within our world, for this question. a beautiful candelabrum. In a way, the of physical beauty or art. Some scholars it is also part of God’s creation. Let us Chanukah celebrates the rededication Menorah is the archetypical vessel of all would say that the Greeks single-hand- appreciate the “finer things in life” – as of the Temple after the Maccabees’ mi- the vessels in the tabernacle. For what edly invented science and philosophy. long as we keep things in proper per- raculous military victory over the Greeks is the tabernacle if not a physical con- The Greeks were also famous for their spective. Beauty – within Judaism! and their Hellenist allies. When the wor- struction, which in some way represents advances in sculpture and architecture. • • • ship in the Temple was restored, many the “dwelling place” for God within this Unfortunately, during the Hasmonean Shabbat candles should be lit Fridays, rituals and practices were reinstituted. world? Indeed, the entire tabernacle was period the Hellenists sought to force the December 26 at 5:10 p.m., January 2, Among them, the kohanim (priests) relit rather ornate and beautiful, for it was Jewish people to assimilate into Greek 2015 at 5:16 p.m., January 9 at 5:22 p.m., the Menorah or Candelabrum. But there constructed with great artisanship and culture. In effect, the Hellenists sought January 16 at 5:29 p.m., January 23 at were other practices in the Temple, such attention to esthetic detail. And, the Me- to rid the Jews of their commitment to 5:37 p.m. and January 30 at 5:45 p.m. as, the setting out of the Showbread, the norah was the most beautiful and most God and Torah, and to replace that com- • • • burning of incense, the sacrifices on the esthetically detailed piece of all. mitment with a single-minded devotion Editor’s note: Rabbi Dr. Joshua Gold- altar, and so on. Why does the festival of By divine instruction, the Temple had to Greek ideals. ing, the rabbi of Anshei Sfard Congrega- Chanukah focus particularly on the Me- two main chambers: the inner sanctum With God’s miraculous help, the Jew- tion (Orthodox), has volunteered to pro- norah? (kodesh kodashim) and the outer sanc- ish people stood fast in their commit- vide Torah commentaries for Community.

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