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PAGE 2 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Mitzvah Makers UNITE To say a Federation director wears “Do you need Super Sunday callers? I giver, a grateful friend to all who see these many hats feels appropriate and to be ex- Melanie Zalman want to make sure that no PJ Library needs and rise to the occasion. But I fear pected. One moment, I’m speaking with a McDonald family is turned away for lack of program there are often helpful gestures and deeds rabbi about anti-Semitism and threats to funding.” that go unnoticed with such an enthusias- community safety. Another, I’m buying Executive “Can I write an article about this for tic village of superhero mitzvah makers. stamps at the post office to mail out thank Director The Jewish Reporter? I want more people And so, from the depths of my heart you notes. The range of activities is mind to know about this important need.” and on behalf of our devoted board and bending and fills my days with challenges For a small team like ours, it’s like hav- staff, TODAH RABAH to all the helpers and an unending list of critical tasks. community need, all in the name of Fed- ing a massive village of mitzvah makers. here at Federation and within our Jewish Our work is to make a vibrant and eration. They never seek recognition -- It should be no surprise to learn that community. I know we do these things thriving Jewish community here in New they are many in a sea of mitzvah makers. these superheros are also often filling this not to be recognized, or praised, but be- Hampshire, and the trick is to do it all They are known to start conversations role within their own communities. They cause mitzvot is the way that we operate with a tight budget and a small (but very with, “Can I do ______for you?” are the soup makers, the ride givers, the in the world. Nonetheless, know that we dedicated) staff. And then there are the Or, “Is this something I can help with?” fundraisers, the committee members, the see you, we appreciate you, and we honor “helpers” -- so many, with so much pas- They are the first to arrive and the last Hebrew school volunteers, the synagogue your efforts by continuing this important sion and skill, like a diverse squad of Fed- to leave. greeters, and more. work together. eration superheroes who step in (capes They will work outside their comfort In my efforts to value each of these acts In the name of a strong and vibrant humbly on) at a moment’s notice and zones when something they love is on of kindness and support, I worry that I fall Jewish New Hampshire – Caped Mitzvah wrap their arms around a task, a project, a the line. short. I’m a thank-you note writer, a kudos Makers UNITE! Thank You, JFNH Donors, for Helping NH Kids Discover the Wonders of Jewish Camp I just returned from Israel, where I Jewish overnight camp. Through the ded- section in this issue), our youth who at- spent a week working with the Jewish Mindee Greenberg, ication and coordination of JFNH vol- tend camp also thank you. These grants Agency for Israel (JAFI) to hire a delega- Incoming Board unteer Nancy Frankel, JFNH provides are truly an incredible investment with tion of Israeli Shlichim (emissaries) to incentive grants of up to $1,000 for chil- lifelong benefits. work at Camp Tevya in Brookline, New Chair dren attending nonprofit Jewish over- As I interviewed potential Shlichim for Hampshire. I was there with my col- Board Column night camp for the first time. By provid- summer 2019, I listened to each of their leagues from the other Cohen Camps, Tel ing first-time camper grants, JFNH stories and thought about how lucky our Noar and Pembroke, as well as camp di- makes camp accessible to families who campers are to have these young adults rectors from all over the country. motions) after each meal, to dance Israeli are looking for a meaningful and memo- as role models. I also realized that the We were all there because of our deep folk dances under the stars, and to hear rable Jewish camp experience for their lives of those hired will also be forever commitment to the transformative expe- stories from our shlichim. These seven children. This campership program has changed, as we welcome them into our rience that Jewish overnight camp pro- weeks are known to change the lives of existed since 2008, sending over 130 chil- family. As Jewish overnight camp fosters vides to our youth. For seven weeks each our youth as they make strong and life- dren to camp. It could not exist without skills such as independence, self-advoca- summer, youth come together to make long connections to friends, to Israel, the support we receive from our commu- cy, and problem solving, it also strength- s’mores around a campfire, to learn to and to Jewish community. nity through our annual campaign and ens Jewish identity and commitment to water ski, to participate in Color War, Jewish Federation of New Hampshire targeted gifts. On behalf of JFNH, I community. Today, more than ever, this and to play in a tennis tournament. For partners with New Hampshire families, thank all of you who have donated this investment is a necessity. For more in- seven weeks each summer, youth come the Foundation for Jewish Camp, and year so that we can continue to provide formation about the JFNH campership together to celebrate Shabbat, to sing the camps across the country to make it pos- camp grants to our children. As we read program, contact Nancy Frankel at Birkat Hamazon (complete with hand sible for New Hampshire youth to attend in their testimonies (see our special Camp [email protected]. JFNH Board Spotlight: Ross Fishbein I grew up in Manchester in a house- together for delivery to people in the man at my wedding, Hart was my best studied international business and trade hold that heavily valued our Jewish iden- community as part of one of MANTY’s man, and “Rabbi Jeff” performed the law. I found the Jewish community there tity. I went to Hebrew School, annual events. ceremony in such an incredibly personal, to be incredibly welcoming, and I attend- became a Bar Mitzvah, and was As an undergraduate, I attend- touching manner that many of our guests ed numerous programs, talks, seminars, confirmed at Temple Adath Ye- ed Brandeis University, which asked if he were available for hire (he’s and celebrations at their Federation and shurun. After my Bar Mitzvah, I felt, much like Israel did for me not really a rabbi). JCC. I even opted to use the JCC fitness often served as the “lay Rabbi” the two times I visited, as Jewish After college, I briefly returned to Man- center instead of the University of Arizo- for summer Friday night servic- “enough” in every respect that I chester, where I worked for the Federation na’s facilities. Being a part of that commu- es. Many people jokingly re- didn’t deem it necessary to get in- entering contribution details into the nity made it much easier for me to adapt ferred to me as “Rabbi Ross!” I volved in particular Jewish activ- computer system, and planning and pre- to living far from home, so that when I remember, fondly, getting up Ross Fishbein ities -- everything was a Jewish paring many of the Federation’s events was considering whether to move to Aus- early on a Sunday in November activity! There, I met my three that year, including the interfaith Passover tin, Texas, after law school, my first stop every year to pick up bagels, orange juice, closest friends, Oren, Jeff, and Hart. Just seder. Shortly after that event, I moved to when visiting was the local Federation/ and newspapers, and package everything a few months ago, Oren was a grooms- Tucson, Arizona, for law school, where I Ross Fishbein continued on page 10

Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 3 Saturday, Feb. 2 Family Havdalah Service, Pizza and Movie Christian family found his way to Judaism and the bimah. To be added to the class notification list, Sing Your Heart Out Sing-Along 4:30PM-7:15PM, Congregation Betenu, Amherst Cost: $4 per person. please contact Rabbi Ira Korinow at rabbik@ 7 PM, Congregation Ahavas Achim, Keene templeisraelnh.org. Sunday, Feb. 3 PJammin’ Havdalah Service and Dinner 6 PM, Temple Israel, 66 Salmon St, Manchester Friday, Feb. 15 Events For Nathan E. Cohen Lecture Series at CAA: Reservations required. Cost: members no charge, Rav Sam Shabbat Services and Pot Luck “The Legend of the Thirty-Six: Jews, nonmembers $15. Contact Christine at 622-6171. Supper Righteousness and the Fate of the World” 6:30 PM for Pot Luck, 7:30 PM Services, 3 PM, Congregation Ahavas Achim, Keene Wednesday, Feb. 13 Our Youth Congregation Betenu, Amherst Saturday, Feb. 9 Basic Judaism Class with Rabbi Ira Korinow 7 PM, Temple Israel, Portsmouth Saturday, Feb. 16 Friday, Feb. 8 Shabbat Services Followed by sponsored Meets in the Temple Israel Board Room, 2nd floor. Ashuelot Concert Kiddush in Memory of Herta Grabstald MANTY’s Winter Wonderland Shabbat Topic: “Journey to Judaism: An Exodus of the Heart” 7 PM, Congregation Ahavas Achim, Keene Service 9:30 AM, Temple Israel, 66 Salmon St, Manchester with Rabbi John Borak. Rabbi Borak will share his 8 PM, Temple Adath Yeshurun, 152 Prospect St, For more information, contact Christine at 622-6171. personal story of how a boy born to a secular Sunday, Feb. 17 Manchester Adult Ed Discussion: “Finding and Framing A Personal Relationship with the Divine” Saturday, Feb. 9 1 PM, Congregation Betenu, Amherst MANTY’s Winter Wonderland Wednesday, Feb. 27 Temple Adath Yeshurun, 152 Prospect St, Manchester Basic Judaism Class with Rabbi Ira Korinow Continues through Sunday, Feb. 10. Na
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PAGE 4 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Birthright Israel: The Trip of a Lifetime On December 2, I departed from New- sher wine. That night, after an amazing ark Airport with 40 students, most of the Noam Wolf program by a former Shlicha about Is- students from Dartmouth College plus a raeli culture through commercials, we few from Union College in NY. More prepared to meet Israeli soldiers the next than 20 of them were about to visit Israel JFNH Shlicha day in Jerusalem. for the first time, and I was about to show After a long drive through the Jordan them my country that I know so well, with Valley to Jerusalem, where we had a She- its pros and cons, its amazing food and fla- hechiyanu ceremony in a beautiful area vors, so different from the United States, At Mount Bental, we stopped to over- that overlooks Jerusalem, we finally met and New Hampshire specifically. I was so look the Syrian border and explore the the seven Israeli soldiers who would join excited to go back, and I could not wait to complex relationship between Israel and us for five days. After some icebreakers, see these students experience Israel. Syria. We discussed the ramifications of we took a walking tour of the old city of In Tel Aviv, we visited the Innovation the recent Syrian civil war and had lunch Jerusalem. We walked through the Jewish The Western Wall Center of Birthright Israel. It’s like a mu- in Kiryat Shmona. I had a chance to see Quarter, exploring the 3,000 years of his- seum that presents all the amazing inno- my brother, Roey, who goes to school in tory that included a visit to the Kotel We had dinner that night in a burger vations that Israel has developed in agri- that area. It was a great moment -- I have (Western Wall) of the Temple Mount. restaurant in Jerusalem, and everyone culture, science, safety and security, trans- missed him very much. We then drove to was glad to have some American food in portation, medical and health manage- Tel Dan nature reserve, where we walked Israel. After dinner, I led a program to ment, and space. This was only an intro- along the streams that have been a source prepare everyone for our visit to Yad duction to some of the things that made of life and conflict from Biblical times Vashem the next morning. I knew they Israel the start-up nation that it is today. through today and drove to a minerals were going to be very emotional. They After lunch in Tel Aviv (where I finally factory that uses olive waste to create had never heard personal stories of Ho- had my Israeli salad at the cutest coffee cosmetics and perfumes. locaust survivors so vividly; it was direct shop I used to go to all the time), we and a bit difficult for some. One of the drove to the north, and alongside the Sea girls even found the person who saved of Galilee to the hotel where we would her grandma’s life back in Hungary dur- spend our first three nights. We lit Cha- ing the war! nukah candles together and had dinner. Shehecheyanu ceremony in Jerusalem Birthright continued on page 6 At orientation that night, you could see how impressed the kids were, and how they were not expecting Israel to look like it looks and sound like it sounds. Af- ter a long day, we all went to sleep, ready to start our adventure the next morning. At the Tel Dan Reserve hike We visited a very special place called Sindiyanna of the Galilee. This is a unique nonprofit organization led by a team of Arab and Israeli-Jewish women 30 years of Educating Children who are working to create social change. At the Sea of Galilee We explored their message through their We headed on a Jeep ride at the Golan products. Olive oils in many flavors and Heights for an off-road ride along the spices that are unique to the Middle East, dirt roads of the Golan, exploring its nat- such as Za’a’tar. We even made our own ural beauty and its strategic significance box of Za’a’tar using sesame, olive oil, to Israel. Also the huge amount of cows salt, and sumac. Everyone got to take wandering around and warning signs for their boxes home, and I was so excited mines that were placed in the ground by (Za’a’tar is really hard to find in the the Syrians a long time ago. United States, and it’s expensive)! We Drove to Tzfat, one of the four holy Jewish cities, which has always been shrouded in a mist of mystery and mysti- cism, being a center of the Kabbala world. There is a special feeling walking through the tangled alleyways of Tzfat, which is why it has always been a magnet for great rabbis, mystics, and artists. The students were excited to hear our next stop was a winery, where we would be trying some wine. The drinking age in Is- rael is 18, which made them very happy. We tried four different types of wine and Enjoying the view of the Golan Heights learned about the process of making ko-

Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 5 Birthright continued from page 5 the protective edge operation in the sum- world to Israel for life-saving heart sur- mer of 2014, had a wonderful discussion, geries. We continued to a program in Tel and then lit the Chanukah candles and ate Aviv and had a great day summarizing my mom’s homemade latkes. I have missed everything that happened during our 10- my family so much, and it was so powerful day journey together. The friendships to see them in front of this group of smart, that were made, the memories we’ll take ambitious students. Everyone told me lat- with us back to the United States, and we er how much the visit to my house meant even met the CEO of Birthright Israel. to them, how great it was to see an Israeli We said goodbye to Israel at a wonderful house from within, and hear the stories of restaurant called Guetta, with Tripoli- Selfie of the soldiers and the group in a mother who had to send three children tanian food with a very homey atmo- Machane Yehuda Market to the army. They really got a chance to Camel ride at Kfar Hanokdim sphere, and drove to the airport. Oh, how I have missed the food in Is- experience Israeli reality, and I was hon- We woke up the next morning to a rael! Everything is delicious, the veggies ored to be a part of it. wonderful breakfast and drove right to are flavorful and fresh, and I wanted to We drove that night to Tel Aviv and had Masada in the Judean Desert. We eat kubbeh selek (beet kubbeh is an Iraq- a wonderful night out, exploring the city I climbed up through the Roman Ramps based delicacy that I love very much), so used to live in before I came to the United and learned how the Masada story af- took a group of the students with me. We States, with its bars, restaurants, loud fects contemporary Israeli society. We de- bought plenty of rugelach for Shabbat streets, and night life scene. This group fell scended the mountain through the snake (straight out of the oven) and headed in love with the best city in the world. trail and drove right to Ein Gedi reserve back to do our Kabbalat Shabbat at the The next day, we had a walking tour for a short hike to see the falls. It was a hotel. We had a wonderful Shabbat at the of Tel Aviv’s historical sights and visited surprisingly hot day in the desert for the hotel with free time to mingle with the the place Israel was announced on Roth- season, and we enjoyed the waterfalls; group, and just breathe some of that Je- schild Street, the Nave Tzedek neighbor- some even swam in the pools! We then Farewell dinner at Guetta Restaurant, rusalem mountain air. hood with its beautiful galleries, and headed toward the Dead Sea and had a Jaffa We started Sunday morning at Mount had ice cream at the best place in town, few hours to float around. I have not en- It was a bitter-sweet goodbye, because Hertzel. It was after a very rainy week- Anita Gelato. joyed the Dead Sea much since I was a although I was sad to separate from this end, and it was quiet while we walked little girl, but being there with the group amazing group of students, I was headed through Israel’s national cemetery, hear- made me appreciate the amazing assets toward a week at my parents’ house to be ing the stories of the leaders who dreamt Israel has, just like a tourist. spoiled by my mother and eat great food. of and built the state of Israel, and the And little did I know, my boyfriend Avi young people who died fighting for it. It was about to surprise me and come to Is- was especially hard for the soldiers and rael without telling me! He walked into me, because everyone in Israel knows at my parents’ house and asked me to marry least one soldier who died or was injured him, and of course I said YES! protecting our land. We left Mount Hertzel to see the seam zone barrier, and spoke about the complex realities on the line that divides Israelis and Palestinians. Dartmouth girls enjoying lunch at La We then got on the bus and headed to Guterie, Tel Aviv Dead Sea view from Masada Maccabim Reut, my hometown, where In Kfar Hanokdim, a Bedouin en- my parents live. campment, we had a traditional Bedouin We made a very special visit to my experience including a camel ride, Bed- house! I introduced my family, told the ouin hospitality, a hafla dinner, and over- group about my brother’s injury story in night in the Bedouin tent!

Visiting Ein Gedi falls

I said YES! This was probably the best trip to Israel I could have. I was very happy to be sent to Israel with the Dartmouth College stu- Bus 1580 floating in the Dead Sea dents, and I will do what I can to maintain We started our last day volunteering the relationship between them, Israel, and with children who have a heart condition me. If you know someone who is Jewish, at the “Save a Child’s Heart” center in under the age of 32, and would like to go Holon. This is an Israeli organization on Birthright for FREE, please contact Visiting Noam’s hometown, Reut that brings children from around the me at [email protected]

PAGE 6 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 NH Jewish Community Responds to Recent Hate Crimes By Laura Aronson other temples. Senator Maggie Hassan learn and work with us to keep things tell your friend or your coworker that it’s telephoned rabbis to offer her support. culturally aware,” McDonald said. not acceptable. That is part of our social [Reprinted with permission of Manchester Over 1,000 people attended the annual The November meeting began a long- contract as Americans.” Ink Link (https://manchesterinklink.com)] commemoration of Kristallnacht in term collaboration with public officials Rabbi Jeremy Szczepanski, of Temple Keene on November 9. to provide their guidance and expertise, Israel on Salmon Street [Manchester], Manchester (Dec. 13, 2018) — This “In the outpouring of support we re- working alongside local Jewish leaders also cited an increase in overt anti-Semi- year’s eight-day Hanukkah holiday ended ceived after Pittsburgh -- from churches to aid in further hardening of facilities tism in the last couple of years. He said, on Monday, with its bright candles shin- and mosques and Hindu temples, in let- and to prepare New Hampshire’s Jewish “We have this idea that isn’t supposed to ing in windows, symbolizing religious ters from elected officials and protection community in the event of a threat or happen here in America, of all places. freedom and pride in identity. Jews have from police forces, in the personal calls natural disaster. While it’s shocking, we have to work lived in New Hampshire since Colonial every rabbi received from Senator Mag- JFNH has formed a security commit- through that, from ignorance to denial, times, and the two Manchester syna- gie Hassan -- we have to see our own tee which is surveying organizations and shock, and then acceptance.” gogues were founded before 1900. Now, achievement in building a better Ameri- giving them self-assessment tools. It Rabbi Szczepanski recalled the “Unite the local Jewish community is responding ca,” wrote Rabbi Jon Spira-Savett of plans training for active-shooter scenari- the Right” rally in Charlottesville, VA, to recent challenges to Jewish survival and Temple Beth Abraham, Nashua. os, responding to anti-Semitism, and bal- last year, that stopped in front of the lo- resilience. As the volume of threats in- “And we have to see a challenge to pay ancing congregational security with a cal Reform synagogue and shouted slo- creases, there is a sense that Jews in and it forward, to stand by other groups who welcoming, open-door policy. It is orga- gans and a counter-protestor was killed beyond New Hampshire are increasingly a are misunderstood, hated, targeted. We nizing a presentation and panel discus- by a car plowing the crowd. Rabbi Szcz- target of hate from a number of sources. cannot let the bullying talk go, from the sion on understanding hate crime stat- epanski said a colleague and friend had In November, there was an email threat president and other leaders or would-be utes and working with local and state se- just moved there to an apartment one against the Concord Jewish community. A leaders. We have to show up at the places curity partners. block away from the fatal incident. He suspect has been arrested and arraigned. where other people are afraid as they “We are seeing a return to the fold of sees it as part of an escalation leading to That city’s Temple Beth Jacob is in the came to #showedupforShabbat. We have Jews who were not previously connect- the killings in Pittsburgh and called it “a process of reviewing its security proce- to make the phone calls like the ones we ed. They feel a sense of ownership, con- wake-up call.” dures to see how they can be updated and received,” Rabbi Spira-Savett concluded. cern, and connection. It’s not easy to be “Never in a million years did we think improved. Just over two weeks before that, Rabbi Levi Krinsky, Director Chabad a Jew in New Hampshire. There is more what happened over in in Europe in the the name of Rabbi Robin Nafshi, the tem- of Manchester, said, “I really believe in identifying and more self-presenting,” ’30s and ’40s could ever happen here, es- ple’s spiritual leader, appeared on a white humanity and I think a very high per- said McDonald. pecially since America was one of the na- supremacists’ blog. On December 2, the centage, 99.9 percent of Americans, are Rabbis advise on countering tions that allied together to fight against ceremonial lighting of a 13-foot tall me- good, kind, compassionate, caring peo- anti-Semitism that,” Szczepanski said, He called anti- norah (candelabra) in front of the State ple. I think the average American would Rabbi Beth Davidson, of Temple Adath Semitism an irrational social disease, like House in Concord was delayed for an jump into a burning car or house to save Yeshurun on Prospect Street, described a virus. hour while a state police bomb squad X- an animal or a human life. We have to anti-Semitism as “a subtle, societal state- Local institutions are reviewing and rayed a suspicious package beneath it; the learn to trust each other.” ment of being an outsider.” She said, “In improving security measures package contained food. Jewish Federation takes leadership recent years, there has been a very disturb- Over 20 years ago, Temple Adath Ye- In October, eleven Jews at prayer were role, arranging meetings with officials ing trend towards marginalizing or de- shurun, the largest synagogue in Man- murdered in a shooting in Tree of Life and helping institutions plan security monizing people who are different for skin chester, kept is doors open whenever Synagogues Pittsburgh, and Manchester The Jewish Federation of New Hamp- color, religion, sexual orientation, or eth- people were present. Since then, the tem- public properties were painted with swas- shire (JFNH), based in Manchester, has nic background. I think that we are seeing ple installed a security system. More re- tikas by a local man, who has since been taken a leadership role in responding to the dissolution of what used to be Ameri- cently, it started screening visitors and charged. The Pittsburgh attack was par- the community’s intensified security con- can society into these tiny groups of peo- locking its doors after people enter for ticularly vexing for many local Jews who cerns. In the wake of the tragedy at Pitts- ple. It’s really disturbing.” services, programs, or education. During have family, social, and professional ties burgh’s Tree of Life synagogue, JFNH The pastor of a New Boston church in- heavily-attended High Holidays services, to Pittsburgh Jews, including the victims. moved swiftly to connect with local, vited her there to speak about it. She said, worshippers wear identification badges. This season is also painful because No- state, and federal officials to create a task “I told them that if you ask any American “There was a sense that Manchester vember 9 marked the eightieth anniver- force supporting the needs of Jewish en- Jew between the age of 8 and 80, they are was changing, and that we needed to sary of Kristallnacht, when Nazis in tities throughout the state. JFNH also all going to share some kind of story about change along with the times,” Rabbi Da- Germany torched synagogues, vandal- has a long-standing relationship with the how it personally touched their lives. There vidson said. “Having the door locked is ized Jewish homes, schools, and business- Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a na- was a gasp in the congregation.” counter intuitive and counterproductive es, and killed close to 100 Jews. tional organization. Rabbi Davidson then told them, ‘I’m to what a synagogue should be. But the In contrast to the shadows cast by “A threat to one of us is a threat to all frankly happy to hear that you all find reality was, we didn’t have somebody these sad events, local Jews find much of us,” said Melanie Zalman McDonald, that so disturbing. But here’s what you sitting at the door. And when you’re in reason for hope. Among many vigils and JFNH Executive Director. “Within one can do about it. When you hear people the sanctuary, you can’t hear the door- interfaith programs throughout the week of the tragedy in Pittsburgh, JFNH telling so-called ethnic jokes, or when bell or the front door opening and clos- state, Manchester’s November 10 “Take leadership called a meeting in Concord you hear people denigrating some other ing. We want to be aware of people Back Wagner Park” brought together with our State Security Partners (State community, call them on it. It’s not okay. walking into the building.” When the faith leaders and local residents, includ- Police, FBI, Dept. of Homeland Securi- It’s not funny. It’s not acceptable behav- synagogue is open to the community, it ing Mayor Joyce Craig. In Concord, ty, FBI) to discuss our concerns on be- ior. Language is important. And if every- has police present. community members supported the half of the congregations. I felt very re- body stood up and said, ‘We’re not going “It’s a sad comment on the times that temple through letters, gifts, and stand- assured at our big meeting a week before to put up with that, and here’s what’s we live in that insurance companies now ing vigil outside the building during ser- Thanksgiving with state police, the FBI, wrong with what you said,’ that makes a offer active shooter insurance. That tells vices and religious school. Police have and security officials at the highest level. change. Each and every one of you can you about the change in the world that stepped up patrols in Concord and at I was impressed by their willingness to be an agent of change if you’re willing to Hate Crimes continued on page 8

Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 7 PJ Our Way Welcomes a National Leadership Team Member From New Hampshire this team because I am bursting at the book. PJ Our Way members can write seams with ideas, and I am also pretty book reviews, read blogs, watch kid-cre- crafty. I believe that in a good communi- ated book trailers and author interviews, Jonas Welch, 11, of New Hampshire, ty, there is friendship, teamwork, joy, and access activities just for them. has been chosen by the Harold Grin- gram planning. Team Leadership kids kindness, and FUN!” The PJ Our Way program is supported spoon Foundation (HGF) in partnership will also be paired up with local PJ Li- “This in an incredible opportunity for by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, with the Jewish Federation of New brary professionals to achieve a goal of a tween from New Hampshire to have a based in Agawam, MA. Sign-up is avail- Hampshire, to join the new national PJ creating a program that can be used as a hand in creating a program his commu- able at www.pjourway.org Our Way Leadership Team! model for tween engagement. nity will get the chance to participate in. As part of a Harold Grin- “From our very first meeting As a new PJ Our Way community, I can’t PJ Library® is an award-winning pro- spoon Foundation initiative to where we explored what really think of a better way to get our tweens gram started by the Harold Grinspoon create kid-driven local program- matters to us, I realized just how excited about programming!” said Ally- Foundation that engages families in their ming for tweens, Jonas and nine much these kids care about their son Guertin, the PJ Library/PJ Our Way Jewish journey by providing free Jewish other team members from across world and how each one is ready Coordinator for the Jewish Federation of books and music to families around the America will participate in to take action to build something New Hampshire. world. PJ Library has partnerships with monthly leadership trainings, ex- meaningful and fun for their The PJ Library adventure continues philanthropists and local Jewish organiza- plore what interests excite them, peers,” said Saskia Swenson Moss, with PJ Our Way, where kids ages 9-11 tions in more than 200 communities in the and learn how to translate their Jonas Welch who directs the Leadership Team. can log in to a child-safe website each U.S. and Canada. For more information, enthusiasm into action. Each participating community month to choose a free Jewish chapter visit www.pjlibrary.org. The six-month program gives team has been granted $250 dollars to help members opportunities to form friend- make this program happen. Hate Crimes continued from page 7 have always been, and they do from time ships with kids from a variety of different Jonas said, “I want to be part of this to time rear their ugly heads, but we Jewish communities. During this time to- team because I think events are a great we live in. We want to try to take every should not change who we are or let it de- gether, they will learn skills such as vi- way to bring a community together. I reasonable precaution we can and to feel fine us,” Rabbi Krinsky said. “The syna- sioning, goal setting, marketing, and pro- think that I can be a good contributor to safe in the building and have the commu- gogue is the backbone of the community. nity feel safe, but we refuse to live behind It’s where people come to pray, to social- a moat,” Davidson said. ize, to get to know each other. It’s impor-  $
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PAGE 8 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Volunteer Spotlight: Harry Shepler

By Sheila Salenger

Meet Harry Shepler, whose favorite ac- tivity is the NH Jewish Film Festival! In fact, during the interview with this active Presented by the financial guru, we “traded” titles of Is- Jewish Federation of NH raeli films on Netflix. nhjewish lmfestival.org Harry lives in Bedford, and he has racked up more than 40 years in the fi- nancial services field, focusing on life in- surance and money management. He is a chartered financial consultant as well as a registered investment advisor. About five or six years ago, Harry’s ini- tial involvement with JFNH made him fully aware of the significance of the po- sition of shlicha. Not only is the work of the shlicha of value for the State of Isra- el, but for Americans Jews to understand and appreciate the strides achieved by this beleaguered democracy. Via the shlicha program, Harry met Is- Become a Friend of the Festival raelis at the Nashua Film Festival, and The 11th Annual New Hampshire Jewish since that meeting he has visited them on Harry Shepler and former JFNH Shli- cha Shlomit Bar-Levav on the shore in his trips to Israel. Friendships forged Tel Aviv last October. Film Festival premieres April 4-14, 2019 here in New Hampshire do carry over to Israeli sojourns! has been making phone calls for dona- Playing in Theaters Statewide Harry serves on the Board of the Cur- tions for JFNH. Harry’s exuberance rier Museum in Manchester, and he first about being active in JFNH spills over Manchester, Merrimack, Concord, met JFNH executive director Melanie during these calls, as he encourages oth- Peterborough and Portsmouth Zalman McDonald at an event spon- ers to get involved in Jewish causes, both sored by the museum. personally as well as through donations, One of his Federation contributions just as he has. YES, I want to support the 11th Annual NH Jewish Film Festival and be a Friend of the Festival Name: Campaign continued from page 1 est, coldest time of year, I ask that you consider what you love most about Address: New Hampshire should go without ac- JFNH, and I challenge you to support cess to PJ Library books and programs it. If you’ve already made your pledge, Phone: to provide a gateway to Jewish values and we thank you and challenge you to do Jewish continuity. more: Consider making a monthly au- Email: That everyone should have a chance tomated pledge of $18 or $36, ear- to learn about Israel and to feel a part marked to the program you love the Contribution: $25 $50 $100 $180-$249 of it through the important role of our most. If you haven’t already made your emissary. donation this year, dig deep, and pledge That all of those in need should be of- generously, to ensure that what you love fered responsive assistance with cultural will continue to be a bright light for a Contributions accepted by check mailed to: sensitivity and a warm Jewish perspective. long time to come. JFNH That young people should have access Support what you love with a gift in 66 Hanover Street, Suite 300, Manchester, NH 03101 to early childhood education in a Jewish any dollar amount to Jewish Federation or by calling the office at (603) 627-7679 environment. of New Hampshire. Make your gift be- Sponsorship Opportunities are available That The Jewish Reporter is impor- fore June 30, 2019, and you’ll be listed in tant: It keeps us connected, informed, our Campaign Honor Roll reflecting a for this highly anticipated cultural event. and together despite the miles between strong and growing spirit of generosity For details, contact Patricia Kalik at (603) 627-7679 our shtetls. that is the hallmark of our Jewish com- or email [email protected]. And so, we continue to serve you, al- munity. To make your pledge, call us at ways doing more with less, always look- (603) 627-7679 or visit www.jewishnh. ing to innovate and engage our statewide org/give. To speak with us about a gift of Jewish community, and always maintain- appreciated stock, or creating a donor- ing our high programming standards de- advised/named legacy fund, please reach spite what we may lack in revenue. out to Melanie at director@jewishnh. As we approach the end of our dark- org or (603) 627-7679.

Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 9 NH Jewish Film Festival Offers Sneak Peak at This Year’s Highlights immigrant who began in the garment atmospheric murder mystery will leave the Bench mascot by their side, the team trade and went on to found Universal rapt audiences guessing until its surpris- members laugh, cry, and do much soul- Pictures, thereby helping to establish ing climax. searching, discovering the pride of rep- It’s hard to believe! The New Hamp- Hollywood as the world’s movie capi- • Our Closing Event and Wrap Party will resenting Israel on the world stage. Spe- shire Jewish Film Festival is celebrating tal. We are delighted to have as a spe- be held at Red River Theatre, Concord, cial guests to be announced. its 11th year this April. As each year cial guest Bob Treitel from Nashua, on Sunday, April 14. Heading Home — The Jewish Federation of New Hamp- passes, we get another year older, better, whose grandparents were saved by the Tale of Team Israel, a documentary shire is delighted and proud to announce and more entertaining. Carl Laemmle. James Freedman, the directed by Seth Kramer, Daniel A. that it has been awarded the New Hamp- This year’s Festival includes 14 films director, will also join us via Skype. Miller, and Jeremy Newberger, will be shire State Council on the Arts General and runs from April 4 to April 14, 2019. • Shoelaces, directed by Jacob Goldwas- the final film. This film is a stirring story Project Grant again this year. The com- We will show films in five New Hampshire ser, is a 2018 Israeli film starring Nevo of sports, patriotism, and personal petitive General Project Grant in the locations: Manchester, Concord, Merri- Kimchi and Dov Glickman. It tells the growth, charting amount of $3,600 will help to support mack, Peterborough, and Portsmouth. story of a complicated relationship be- the underdog the 11th Annual New Hampshire Jewish Our Jewish Film Festival is an annual tween an aging father and his special- journey of Isra- Film Festival. Jewish Federation of New Hampshire needs son, whom he abandoned when el’s national The Festival would not be possible event with an innovative approach to di- his son was baseball team, without the valued support of grantors versity that encompasses strong Jewish young. Director competing for and sponsors, such as the New Hampshire contributions to world culture, using the Jacob Goldwas- the first time in State Council on the Arts, Business Spon- power of storytelling and film to themat- ser states: “Shoe- the World Base- sors, Friends of the Festival, Committee ically explore our human experience. The laces is a special ball Classic. The members, the JFNH Board and staff lead- Festival promotes the preservation of project for me. team’s odyssey ership, and film lovers like you. Heartfelt Jewish culture by showing films with As a father of a takes it from Tel thanks to our loyal and enthusiastic audi- themes, encouraging a dialogue about a special needs Aviv and Jerusa- ence for your annual attendance. variety of issues. The movies will engage, son, I never felt lem, where its members are greeted as Stay tuned for the entire schedule, which enlighten, educate, inspire, and entertain that the depic- heroes, to Seoul, South Korea, where will be available in mid-February, and for moviegoers of all ages. There will be tion of special they must debunk their has-been, wan- the announcement that ticket sales are talk-backs, post film discussions, and needs characters nabe reputation. With their Mensch on open. You don’t want to miss out! other surprises. on film rang true. However, when I saw Here’s a sneak peak of the Festival line Nevo Kimchi’s work, I was dumfound- Ross Fishbein continued from page 3 tion that is there to serve the New Hamp- up: ed. He created a special needs character, shire Jewish people in every capacity that • Our Gala Event, at the Currier Muse- who was human and real, filled with JCC. I ended up making that move and might be of importance to individuals. If um in Manchester, will be held on Sat- humor, optimism, and charm.” spent six years there. you care about your young children’s de- urday, April 6. The film isCarl Laem- • Budapest Noir, a 2018 Hungarian My wife likes to say that I moved back velopment, you can rely on JFNH’s work mle, a documentary by James Freed- thriller directed by Eva Gardos, is from Austin in early 2017 because I need- with PJ Library. If you’re concerned man. Carl Laemmle was one of the based on the best-selling novel of the ed to find her. That’s notentirely true. I about the safety of your local synagogue, most powerful moguls of Hollywood’s same name by Vilmos Kondor. A was actually anticipating being here as JFNH’s resources and contacts in law en- Golden Era, and hard-boiled reporter investigates the part of a short transition period; howev- forcement at the local, state, and national an unsung Jew- brutal murder of a prostitute, leading er, I met my wife, Jennifer, the day after I level can help maintain vigilance. If you ish-American him into the dark underworld of 1930s returned. That changed the entire trajec- enjoy films with Jewish content, and hero who saved pre-Nazi Hun- tory of my plans and my life, all for the watching them with other Jews, the New over 300 Jewish gary. When the better! Once I knew I was making New Hampshire Jewish Film Festival magi- families from young Jewish Hampshire my home again, I felt it im- cally appears every year. If you care the Holocaust. woman is found portant, as I had in every previous place I about the next generation’s connection to Laemmle finally beaten to death, lived, to establish roots with the Jewish Israel, the Federation’s Israel Experience gets his due in no one is inter- community. I find it comforting to be Program provides grants for teens to this captivating ested in solving among Jewish people, which is why I im- spend an entire summer immersed in the biography of a the bizarre mediately became involved locally. grandeur of the Holy Land, much as I German-born crime except the My first year back, I served on the did 19 years ago. There truly is some as- cynical but dog- “Young(er) Adult” Jewish Film Festival pect of Federation for everyone! gedly inquisitive screening committee, and then I got in- Last summer, I established my own Zsigmond Gor- volved with the NH Jewish Film Festival law practice, where I represent technol- don (Krisztián Kolovratnik), who feels committee, generally. I love film, particu- ogy businesses throughout the United Nathings
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PAGE 10 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Studying Jewish History in Israel: A Mind-Changing Experience Jews for their crimes but at the same time nity to go out and experience an Israeli protects them from danger), that caused downtown full of stores and restaurants this relationship. We learned about the of all kinds. A favorite of many was a By Eli Feldmann Holocaust and what led up to it, the cre- smoothie stand called Moshiko's. Some ation of the State of Israel and many per- ordered in Domino's every night instead It felt as though I could have touched it spectives on it, the wars/tensions its cre- of going to the dining hall, which was free from where I was standing. From the top ation has caused, and the Israeli-Palestin- and served very good food three meals a of a small, sandy cliff and beneath a sun- ian conflict, a never-ending story with day. Every day was whatever you made it. ny, clear sky, I was able to see two cities many different sides. To analyze each of I would like to thank the AMHSI thousands of miles apart, yet, if not for a these stories from every perspective was in Scholarship Committee, the JFNH Israel border and, to put it lightly, a feud, one no way easy, but it was worthwhile. It was Experience Grant Program, and the could drive from one to the other in no one of the first opportunities I’ve had to Southern NH Jewish Men’s Club Bruce more than 15 minutes. Between Gaza learn about a subject in such an in-depth Retchin/Neil Goren Fund for providing City and Sderot, a hill was burnt black, and effective way. The first hike of the semester, going down me with generous monetary support, evidence of the violent nature of the dis- One day each week, we traveled around Mt. Gilboa, retracing the steps of King which helped me to take a step out of my agreement of ideas. Surrounded by some Israel to the site of some historic event we Saul in his final battle against the Philis- white, suburban bubble in Londonderry, of my closest friends, it was hard to were learning about in class. While learn- tines, during which he died. New Hampshire, to expose myself to dif- imagine that the place we were looking at ing about the Jewish uprising against the ferent cultures, ideas, and beliefs that contained such radically different opin- Romans, for example, we hiked up Masa- into four-person rooms on three floors. taught me openness, understanding, and ions and worldviews that it was nearly da to have class and take notes on the Jews’ Our whole group being in one building appreciation toward these differences. impossible for the two sides to reconcile last stand where it actually happened. made for afternoons hanging out in com- and understand each other. However, While learning about the Yom Kippur war, mon areas, organizing basketball games at Eli is the son of Marcia and Bob Feld- this type of mind-blowing experience was we traveled to the Golan Heights over- the courts, or getting involved in various, mann of Londonderry. He received an Is- not out of the ordinary during the four looking Syria, and during our studies of frequent shenanigans. If we didn't feel like rael Experience Grant from JFNH for months I studied in Israel. It was but one Jewish life in Europe before and in the staying on campus, we had the opportu- study at AMHSI. piece of an ever-complex and changing midst of the Holocaust, we spent a week puzzle I had the privilege to discover. traveling around Poland. Many of these Each morning over the course of the trips were not completely academic; some four months I spent in Israel on the Alex- of the day was spent walking around a ander Muss High School in Israel (AM- mall for lunch, hiking through sandy HSI) program, I attended the Jewish/Isra- mountains, or just enjoying a view. el history class with these same friends in This bombardment of concepts and an attempt to wrap our heads around sto- history taught me that nothing is simple ries just like the one between Gaza and and to never judge a situation or, more Israel. Over the course of the semester, we importantly, a headline, too quickly. In learned about our ancestors hundreds of order to think out a situation logically generations before us, those we have only and reach the truth, it is imperative to black and white pictures of, and move- trust the facts whether or not they align ments we knew were history in the mak- with your own beliefs. I have gained the ing. We discussed the different classes of tools necessary to solve problems and people who lived in Jerusalem during the situations rationally through my experi- time of the second temple and their rela- ence in the Jewish/Israel history class. tionships to each other and the Romans. Academics were only half the experi- We discussed the way Jews were treated in ence of AMHSI. The other half was Medieval times and the Christian beliefs, meeting, living with, and having copious like the Witness Theory (Similar to the amounts of fun with over 50 other stu- Mark of Cain -- the mark that shames the dents. We all lived in one dorm separated

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Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 11 Happy New Year – for the Trees, That Is! The “minor” holiday, Tus, 15th of the Rabbi in the House the dead of winter. While all things ap- Circle Maker, who famously asked a man Hebrew month of Shevat, occurs this pear completely frozen over, stuck and planting a tree, "Will you live long year on Monday, January 21. It is the day numbed in their growth patterns, it’s ex- enough to enjoy its fruits?" The man an- on the Jewish calendar dedicated to the Rabbi Mark Melamut actly the opposite. Underneath all the swered, "I found a fruitful world because care, appreciation, and love of nature Kol Ha’Emek powdery white snow and apparent stagna- my ancestors planted it for me. Likewise, and the environment. Tu B’Shevat is also Upper Valley tion, the cycle of life is being renewed -- I’m planting for my children." a spiritual way to connect to the rhythm Jewish Community both in nature and in our own lives. Of course, it’s up to us to plan for fu- of the Earth and her seasons. The most As a new year for the trees, our ancient ture generations, but Tu B’Shevat also popular ritual of this holiday (beyond and agricultural ancestors used this time invites us to be grounded in the present. planting parsley seeds for Passover) is a vine sparks of energy into the world. of year for annual and agricultural tithes. Trees are held in such high esteem in our seder. The 17th century mystics in the an- These return to the Ultimate Source, Thus we learn in the Mishnah that there tradition that they’re to be protected dur- cient Pri Etz Hadar provided the first which overflows and brings divine energy are actually four “new years” -- Rosh Ha- ing war, and Shimon bar Yochai taught, written version of the seder, and it’s been back down -- kind of like a spiritual ver- shana, Tu B’Shevat, the first of Nissan “If you are holding a sapling in your expanded in recent times to include read- sion of the way a tree absorbs carbon di- (beginning of our redemption from hand and someone says the Messiah is ings, poetry, art, and song. It’s loosely oxide and releases oxygen into the atmo- Egypt), and the first of Elul (tithing of coming, first, plant the sapling and only based on the Passover Seder, with a short sphere. The seder is meant to elevate the cattle). As a new year or “birthday for then, go ahead and make your greeting.” Haggadah and four glasses of wine that spirit, as participants ascend four mystical the trees,” our ancestors would also know Thus, whatever is happening in our own are paired with fruits and nuts. Each of levels through foods and their blessings. when it was permissible to eat fruit from lives, be it good, bad, or of messianic im- these has symbolic meaning for our spiri- Each helps renew the flow in the Universe fruit-bearing trees (after three years old). port, a Jewish new year for the trees re- tual lives. and in each of us. Just a “minor” holiday? Beyond tithing and eating, there’s plant- minds us of just how important it is to be Mystics say that when we bite into the Think again. The releasing and re-energiz- ing. While it’s not the right weather for us rooted in the here and now, in the soil seder foods, we release intention and di- ing of the “sacred sap” of life happens in now, a talmudic tale tells us of Choni the and blessings of a new year of life.

PAGE 12 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Jewish Summer Camps Deliver Values, Fun, Teamwork, Relationships The NH Jewish Reporter asked our tributes that make people our friends — STEM workshop. The highlight of our friendships are the starting point for con- Jewish summer camps to tell us what kindness, compassion and true friend- week is our Thursday full day trips, which fidence, maturity, and Jewish identity. To- makes their camp special and/or what ship -- and creating opportunities to give include Coco Keys and Canobie Lake gether with their forever-friends, young values they seek to instill. Here are their back to others. Park! Safety is our priority, and our high people laugh, cheer, listen, hug, share, answers: Camp Hadar staff-to-camper ratio, safety protocols, and flourish. As a team, staff collaborate Camp Young Judaea Why attend Camp Hadar? Campers staff qualifications, and training ensure and create meaningful experiences. Be- One Jewish value that Camp Young Ju- experience joy in a Jewish camp commu- that your children will always be in capa- cause the three camps also work as a daea instills in campers is Chesed, often nity, develop self-confidence, and forge ble hands. CGI has a strong focus on Jew- team, families enjoy the personal nature translated as kindness. We offer our Jewish connections. Research has proven ish pride and spirit. Jewish singing, stories, of a family-run camp along with the re- campers many ways to perform "gemilut that children who attend Jewish summer and lessons from Jewish heroes all play a sources and professionalism of a well-es- hasidim,” acts of loving kindness, in their camp are more likely to identify as Jew- role in the fun at camp. Our camper group tablished nonprofit. everyday life at camp and when they re- ish adults and actively engage in the Jew- is very diverse, encompassing all types of Camp Avoda turn home. At CYJ, we are intentional ish community. Camp Hadar is a hidden backgrounds and observances. Camp Avoda promotes a wide variety about emphasizing the importance of be- gem that continues to grow and invest in Cohen Camps of Jewish values. Community participa- ing kind to others and to ourselves. Our our facilities and our Jewish youth. At the three Cohen Camps—Pem- tion is a value that is held at a very high staff members model, mentor, and pro- Camp Gan Israel broke, Tel Noar, and Tevya—campers ex- level. By developing relationships with vide opportunities to practice inclusion What makes Camp Gan Israel unique? perience exciting, inspiring Jewish daily peers, older campers, and staff, and mod- and understanding through programs At Gan Izzy (as it's fondly called,) fun is life that celebrates heritage, Israel and eling camp life for younger newer camp- like our Big Brother/Big Sister program sacred. It’s what keeps our campers com- Jewish values. The camps call their phi- ers, our boys learn first-hand about how and Mitzvah Day. At CYJ, "no child is ing back, summer after summer. New losophies Our 10 Commitments (cohen- to live as part of a community. Camp left behind" or left out. Rather than be- programs in 2019 will include Hula camps.org/values), and #1 is Chevrot, Avoda alumni retain very close relation- ing concerned about family background, Dance, a CGI Ball Pit, and this year, Su- Friendship and Teamwork. In the studio ships with one another as well as with physical appearance, or religious practic- perME. A typical camp day includes and the lake, on the stage and the field, in camp as they become young adults and es or beliefs, we focus on the character at- swimming, sports, art, and a new weekly Shabbat services or late-night bunk talks, beyond!

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Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 13 PAGE 14 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Thank You, JFNH! URJ 6 Points Academy: Super Fun! session depending on the theme. The theme for the session I was there was live action role play, or LARP. By Jack and Sam Krasnof By Jack Atkins What makes Sci-Tech really different Thank you so much for providing I am so thankful for the than other camps is that scholarships so that we could attend grant that allowed me to campers choose a work- Camp Bauercrest in Amesbury, MA, for try my first Jewish sleep- shop concentration for the the first time this past summer. We spent away camp. Going to URJ longest section of the daily 3½ weeks at overnight camp, where we 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy schedule. There are other made new friends, played lots of sports, Jack and Sam enjoying the swimming was the highlight of my electives and free time, as and learned many new games such as Eu- pool at Camp Bauercrest. summer. The camp is well. The workshop I chose ropean handball, shutterball, Newcomb Our parents chose to send us to Camp housed on the campus of was chemistry. We did and Gaga ball. We loved boating and wa- Bauercrest because it has an excellent Governors Academy in many fun experiments, and terskiing on Lake Attitash, and the huge reputation and they knew that we would Newbury, MA, so campers I learned a lot. My favorite in-ground pool with daily free swim was enjoy meeting other Jewish boys and have one or two room- experiment was when we the best part of our day. playing lots of sports. We are so happy mates in dorms and use the used different chemicals to We took part in several electives, in- they sent us that we have registered to go beautiful state-of-the-art Jack discovered chemistry change the color of fire! cluding card games, broadcasting, and back this coming summer and hope that facilities on campus. The could be fun at URJ 6 Overall, Sci-Tech was su- DIY crafts. The highlights for us were the we can stay even longer this time. food was great, too! Points Sci-Tech Academy per fun, and I am definitely special activities like Army/Navy Day, Jack and Sam are the sons of Rebecca My favorite parts of my going back next year. when the whole camp competed in vari- and Bruce Krasnof of Windham. They two weeks were the color war and playing Thank you so much for the grant I was ous activities, and the Casino Day. We received JFNH Campership Grants for in the common room with my hallmates in so lucky to get! also enjoyed field trips to Water Country children attending Jewish summer camp our section of our dorm. The color war is and Boda Borg. for the first time. when campers and counselors of any Jack is the son of Elise and Doug Atkins dorm and all ages are split up into teams of Salem. He received a JFNH first-time represented by different colors and all the campership grant to attend URJ 6 Points Sci Tech Camp Was a Hit teams do stations that are different each Sci-Tech Academy. weird. The thing is that I have not felt the tiniest By Leah Shuldiner bit homesick. I Two Programs… Both my kids attended URJ 6 Points think it is be- Sci Tech Academy, a camp in Byfield, cause it feels like One Purpose: MA, last summer. My son has gone for home.” four years, and my daughter went for the Elisabetta Build Jewish Identity first time this summer. Both kids plan to Shuldiner re- return in the fall, and my son is looking ceived a JFNH ChooseC Jewish summer camp! forward to his 10th grade summer with Campership Fabulous new friends. Endless fun. Memories to Sci Tech Israel. David (14) and Elisa- Grant to attend lastla a lifetime. Jewish overnight camp is more I think the best way to tell you about betta (10) had great URJ 6 Points Sci thant just an exciting summer escape—it’s a fun at URJ 6 Points camp is to quote a letter from my daugh- Tech East. This placp e where adventures abound, and Jewish Sci Tech. ter, Elisabetta. “Dear Mom and Dad, I grant goes to NH values are learned and lived. love this camp. There is something I children attending Jewish summer camp want to tell you. I find this funny and for the first time. Israel Experience for Teens Select a travel or study program in Israel with a peer group of your choice. Find lifelong friends, strengthen your Jewish identity, and connect to Israel through amazing adventures in Israel.

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Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 15 A Tel Aviv Wedding Party and the Discovery of a Different Israel By Stephen Soreff, MD seat, maneuvering through a variety of show to each other. When a woman relatives recited a quote each from seven obstacles, all while talking on their cell tripped and fell in the Carmel market, a movies. This corresponded to the seven Since 1960, I have made a number of phones. One of my taxi drivers did a dozen folks hurried to her aid. I once blessings at a wedding. Then he asked trips to Israel. This time, on December crossword puzzle while stopped for a red asked Matana the reason she liked Israel them three questions about the marriage. 28, 2018, I landed at Ben Gurion Airport light. I occasionally reminded him that so much. She replied that one cold win- They responded positively to each inqui- to attend the wedding party of my the light had turned green. However, in ter’s night she was without a coat. A ry. With that done, he asked if the couple daughter, Matana. Her real, official mar- that situation, the horn on green made woman came up to her and told her to wished their marriage to continue. They riage was in Boston on September 16, sense. Whatever, they are doing it, while wear a heavier jacket. In Israel, everyone both said yes, and with his permission, conducted by my Rabbi Peter Levy. Be- talking on the mobile phone. is a Jewish mother and, moreover, every- they kissed. The 170 guests cheered. cause of Israel’s marriage regulations, Israelis walk seemingly deliberately one is family. One other quality I noticed about Is- they preferred an American wedding to without regard for others in their path. I also fell in love with the Israeli sense raelis is how their shows of affection just flying to Cyprus for the occasion. So Some might say it is arrogance or even of humor. In Tel Aviv, there is a plastic can be over the top. I saw a marvelous the “wedding” in Israel was a celebration chutzpah. There was a famous joke: statue of David Ben Gurion in a bathing example of this at the dinner that my party for the families and their friends. It “How does an Israeli commit suicide? By suit standing on his head. He was famous son-in-law’s father hosted at his restau- was also held on secular New Year’s Eve. jumping off his ego!” What we see here is for that posture as a health treatment. rant the night before the wedding party. I have always said, “You can never pre- an Israeli feeling of confidence. As one Even so, that is funny. Imagine a statue The restaurant is in Jaffa, in a building dict what your child will become.” This is cab driver told me, “I fought in the Six of George Washington with that pose. constructed during the Ottoman con- my maxim to all parents. Growing up, Day War, the Yom Kippur War, and the Even funnier was how the couple trol of the region. There were about 40 Matana was not too fond of her Jewish invasion of Lebanon. We won because turned their party into a delightful “wed- folks there. The appetizers and desserts female friends, nor was she thrilled with had to win.” He said this with pride and ding” ceremony. Remember, the real one were amazing in both variety and quan- her Bat Mitzvah. But time moved on, determination. They show by their gait, had already occurred in Boston. The tity. But the centerpiece of the meal and she went to Suffolk University in their posture, and their presence that bride and groom walked arm in arm to was an entire roasted lamb. He was so Boston. There, she heard about Birth- they can take care of themselves. I felt be under a chuppah. The chuppah was proud of it that he asked all the guests right and worked to get accepted and go. more secure about Israel’s future when I held up by four wooden poles supported to take pictures of it. I also witnessed She liked the American Jews and Israelis was there than I did back in America by male friends or relatives. Also under numerous loving moments of parents she met during her Birthright trip. After watching the news. the chuppah was a poster picture of their to their children. two internship programs in Israel, she Yes, we did walk and walk and walk in cat, CJ. Matana’s friend served as the So, flying home I carried memories of made aliyah. Later, she met a marvelous Tel Aviv. But it was to see folks, have din- master of ceremonies. He noted in Israel, Israelis in my mind and heart and a few Israeli named Daniel, whom she married. ner, or just chat. On several occasions, we new employees go through a three-month pictures in the camera. I saw a different Since I came to Israel for my daugh- ambled to the Mediterranean. But even “grace” period. During that time, both Israel this time. Yes, I shall return to Is- ter’s wedding, as Matana’s mother-in-law there on the beach, what was most mem- the employee and the employer can see if rael both as a visitor and a tourist. There put it, “You are a visitor, not a tourist.” orable was our conversation with a cou- they are suited to the job. He would ap- is so much to see and do in Israel. But it In that spirit, I discovered different as- ple who had just visited Mount Sinai. I ply that principle to their marriage. What is family I will really return to. I love Is- pects of Israeli life. As a tourist, my focus recall seeing a movie featuring a British followed was so cool. Seven friends and raelis and Israel. was on seeing things. I stayed in hotels soldier who said, “I’ve been from Singa- where staff catered to us. This time, we pore to Suez, but what I remember are stayed in a rented apartment. Family the people I met.” This was so true of my Patriots Owner Robert Kraft structured the activities, sung to the tune visit. I replayed mentally with delight all of “getting to know you, getting to know the folks I met on this visit. Honored With Genesis Prize all about you.” And, as an apartment- Speaking of people, as Peggy (my part- renting “resident” of Tel Aviv for a week, ner) and I roamed the streets of Tel Aviv, Israel — The Genesis Prize Founda- tion, said: “Robert Kraft’s extraordinary I could live for the moment as an Israeli. I had two lasting impressions. First, we tion has announced that the owner of the vision and leadership brought enthusiasm Thus, my first official act in this new sta- were the only folks there without a dog. New England Patriots foot- and pride to the world of tus was to purchase toilet paper. It turns Everyone and everywhere, people were ball team, Robert Kraft, is its sports. His compassionate phi- out I could only locate packages of 12 walking their dogs. Second, I never saw a 2019 Genesis Prize Laureate. lanthropy and the charitable rolls. As a result, I gave Matana and typical Israeli. They come in all shapes Mr. Kraft is a prominent programs funded by the New Daniel another wedding gift: nine rolls of and sizes. Many are young and attractive. American-Jewish philanthro- England Patriots touch many toilet paper. All are hurrying and on their cell phones. pist who, over the course of lives in the U.S. and Israel. He As a temporary, proud resident of Tel I found that Israel is a nation of immi- his long career, has dedicated is an American patriot and a Aviv, I made some observations about Is- grants. Yes, even the Sabras had stories to significant time and resources great global citizen firmly con- raelis and Israel. First, I found that they tell of their parents or grandparents to fight anti-Semitism and nected to his Jewish heritage are always in a hurry. Here is a riddle: moving to Israel, from India, England, other forms of bigotry and and devoted to the State of Is- What is the world’s shortest time inter- Ukraine, Argentina, Norway, and the hate. The $1 million Genesis rael. He is truly a worthy Gen- val? Answer: The time between the traffic United States, to name a few. Israel is a Prize award will be donated in esis Prize Laureate.” light turning green and an Israeli driver nation of nations . Mr. Kraft’s honor to global Robert Kraft Mr. Kraft will accept the honking his horn. They are remarkably In our apartment, there was a magnifi- initiatives combating anti- award from the Prime Minis- impatient. As an Israeli engineering proj- cent bouquet of white tulips, which Semitism and attempts to de-legitimize ter of Israel at a gala ceremony in Jeru- ect organizer once said, “We build first; Matana’s new employer had given to her. the State of Israel, including BDS. salem on June 20. Joining Mr. Kraft at plan later.” Just after secular new year, she was to Larry Summers, a member of the Gen- the ceremony and throughout his week- Israelis are masters of multitasking. take on a new job. I was impressed by esis Prize Committee, President Emeritus long visit to Israel will be approximately Daily, I witnessed women and men on how nice a gesture that was. I discovered of Harvard University, and the U.S. Trea- 20 former and current New England Pa- their bicycles with a small infant in a bike the compassion and kindness Israelis sury Secretary in the Clinton administra- triots players and their spouses.

PAGE 16 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Local Chapter Raises Funds for Hadassah Hospital presented with the Myrtle Leaf Award for By Michele Bank service in the spring. Members of the Rehabilitation, explained that “the Lo- her more than 50 years of Hadassah lead- chapter will participate in the service and komat stimulates the natural flow of move- Manchester — The Manchester Chap- ership. Among many positions held, she is will hostess the Oneg afterwards. ment better and provides feedback on the ter of Hadassah recently held a ticket a Past President of the Northern New Also, the chapter is starting to plan for progress of training, adjusting the regimen drawing with the donations going toward England Region of Hadassah. The hon- its annual brunch to be held on Sunday, to move the patient ahead. The computer Hadassah’s Full Circle Campaign and the ored guest speaker was Hadassah national June 24, at the Manchester Country Club. aided electric motors are attached to the renovation and expansion of Hadassah’s president Ellen Hershkin. Details will follow as they become avail- patient’s legs and stabilizes them. Round Building in Jerusalem. The first Recently, a mailing was sent out to able. This is always a fun event, and we Whatever the patient cannot do yet, prize winner was Simonne Sydell, who re- membership to solicit ads for the chap- hope that you will save the date. such as lifting their legs, will be done by ceived a $175 gift certificate to Taipei & ter’s annual membership/ad book. Funds Last month, the cornerstone was laid for the robot. Sensors record the exertion and Tokyo Restaurant. The second prize win- raised from the ads will go toward reno- the new Rehabilitation Center at Hadas- independent movements of the patients. ner was Rachel Spierer, who received a vation of the Round Building of Hadas- sah Hospital Mt. Scopus. The ceremony Robotic support and weight relief can be $50 gift certificate to Hanover Street sah Medical Center in Ein Kerem. List- included the unveiling of a robotic Lo- reduced to promote or extend existing re- Chophouse. Hadassah thanks the many ings and ads start at $10 each, and the komat, Israel’s most sophisticated robotic sidual movements.” participants in this drawing, which raised chapter hopes that you will consider treadmill therapy. It was donated by the For more information about Hadassah, nearly $1,000 for Hadassah Hospital. placing an ad. International Fellowship of Christians or contributing to the ad book, please Members of the chapter attended a lun- Rabbi Jeremy Szczepanski of Temple and Jews. Dr. Isabella Schwartz, head of contact Michele Bank at michele.bank@ cheon honoring Phyllis Berlow. She was Israel will prepare a Hadassah Shabbat the Department of Physical Medicine and gmail.com or 488-5657.

Yedidim – Bringing Jewish Families Together By Jessie Mocle Nashua — Yedidim keeps picking up steam! Thanks to the kind sponsorship of member family Rina and Jeff Zampieron, Yedidim celebrated its first inaugural Cha- nukah party! Popup Potluck Havdalah: Chanukah Edition saw delicious potluck offerings, coupled with Chef Jeff's spec- tacular latkes. There was plenty of play- time for the kids, and scintillating conver- sation topped with a l’chayim of refresh- ing moscato for the adults! As always, we enjoyed the camaraderie of a joyous and peaceful Havdalah (plus some Chanukah songs) to round out the fun. The next day, we had a very special guest at our Yedidim Family Sunday School. Rabbi Jon came in with his gui- tar, and we had a wonderful Chanukah Rabbi Jon Spira-Savett leads Yedidim dance party to celebrate the last night of families in songs during a Chanukah Chanukah. In addition to learning about celebration. the holiday, our cohort of 2-3 year olds are well on their way to learning Hebrew. Please visit our website at www.tban- They are becoming increasingly comfort- ashua.org/yedidim.html for information able understanding and using simple on how you can participate. Upcoming verbs like la’amod (stand) and lashevet events include Build-a-Shabbat, Popup (sit), as well as body parts and colors. We Potluck Havdalah, Yedidim Family Sun- keep increasing our class size as new stu- day School, and Yedidim Dad’s Night dents join us. If you’re interested, there’s Out. In February we’re planning a really always room for more! special Yedidim outing -- stay tuned!

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Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 17 Many Ways to Explore Judaism Across the State With OLLI Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at and professor of politics at St. Anselm Granite State College (GSC), better known College and fellow at the Schusterman In- as OLLI to its many participants, offers a stitute at Brandeis University. multitude of learning opportunities for The variety and knowledge of the lec- members 50 years of age and older. OLLI turers for these offerings is terrific. The has many locations on GSC campuses classes offer intellectually stimulating and across the state of New Hampshire. There is entertaining experiences. They are also a one in Manchester, along with sites in Con- great chance to meet up with old friends cord, Portsmouth, Rochester, and Conway. and make new friends. This semester, OLLI is offering four OLLI at GSC is celebrating 15 years as classes related to Judaism out of their a “learning for the fun of it” member- plethora of 75 classes. Guest lecturer driven, volunteer-based educational pro- Thomas M. White, from Keene State Col- gram for lifelong learners age 50 and bet- lege’s Cohen Center for Holocaust Stud- ter. OLLI is hosted in New Hampshire by ies, will lead two courses this spring study- Granite State College, with classes on ing the horrors of World War II: Remem- campuses in Manchester, Concord, Ports- bering the Holocaust: Memory and Preven- mouth, Conway, and Rochester. OLLI at tion and Rise of the Nazis and the Holo- GSC is one of 122 Osher Lifelong Insti- . tutes across the country on college and caust: Lessons for Democratic Citizenship New Hampshirites Merle Carrus, EJ Cohen, Deborah Hirsch Mayer, and Elian Rabbi Robin Nafshi from Temple Beth university campuses, as part of the Ber- Tackeff met up at Limmud Boston on Dec. 2. Jacob in Concord will lead a class on Ju- nard Osher Foundation. daism and Home Traditions, and Rabbi Registration for the new semester of Beth Davidson, Temple Adath Yeshurun, classes begins February 4, 2019. Limmud Boston Boosts will teach Introduction to Judaism. In ad- The main office for OLLI is at Granite dition, New Middle East Dynamic: Where State College, 25 Hall Street, Concord. Jewish Learning Do We Go From Here? will explore the For more information, visit olli.granite. nukah? The Maccabees, the Rabbis, the new dynamics in the Middle East, taught edu, email [email protected], or call By Merle Carrus Halutizim, the Americans?” to “Jewish by Joseph Constance, a former librarian 603-513-1377. Newton, MA — On the first Sunday in Food; The History of the Famous Tri- December, I crossed the border from umvirate: Bagels, Cream Cheese, and New Hampshire to Massachusetts and Lox”. There were music classes (”Build- spent a day surrounded by Jewish educa- ing Community Through Music”), poet- tors, lay leaders and just other fellow ry discussions (“Gems of Jewish Poet- Jews hungry for learning and a connec- ry”), and classes about how to run a syn- tion to a larger Jewish community. Lim- agogue (“If You Build It -- A Transfor- mud Boston is over for this year, but mative Model in Urban Millennial Juda- those who attended had a terrific experi- ism”). Special guest speaker Jonathan ence and you can ask them about it and Sarna, a Brandeis University professor, then remember to attend next year. spoke about “American Jews and the Limmud is a program of Jewish study Land of Israel.” There was also a discus- that started in Britain in 1980. Every sion panel about “Standing With Israel year, thousands of people interested in and What it Means in This Political Era.” Jewish learning take their personal learn- Limmud is not affiliated with any indi- ing journey one step further and attend vidual strand of Judaism and presents it- the largest Limmud in the world, in Brit- self as open to “anyone interested in Jew- ain. Limmud Britain continues for a ish learning.” There are silent auction week. But around the world, other com- items to bid on and exhibitors showing munities have started to hold their own their wares. A kosher lunch is served, and days of study. Boston has a day of study even a Camp Limmud is available for the every year at the beginning of December. younger attendees. Limmud Boston is an This year, Limmud Boston took place entertaining, lively, friendly way to spend at Temple Reyim in Newton, MA. About a day of education and enlightenment. 200 people attended their choice of about To end the event on the first night of 50 classes. There was a variety of offer- Chanukah, there was a group candle ings, with everything from “Whose Han- lighting and sing along.

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PAGE 18 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The “Chanukah The Game Show” audience just rolled along with the show at Temple Adath Yeshurun.

Yoav Horesh, Haim Ozer Street, Jerusalem. 3/2/2002, August 2003, gelatin silver print, 16” x 20” UNH Exhibit Features Israeli Reynolds wrap time, with MC Joel Gordon, Jack Krasnof, Jesse Sag, Max and Sam Woods, and Simon Ratinoff, along with helpers Joshua Sag, Kaitlyn Woods, and clown Kugel. Photographer Yoav Horesh Durham — From 2002 to 2005, Yoav Yoav Horesh is scheduled for Wednesday, Horesh photographed hundreds of sites February 6, 12:10 -1 PM at the Paul Cre- TAY Students and Parents Compete in Israel of suicide bombings, months and ative Arts Center, A218. In addition, even years after the destructive blasts. The Community Conversations, a series of in “Chanukah, the Game Show” apparent return to normalcy or the aban- three drop-in moderated sessions, will Manchester — Step aside Monty Hall! glasses, a toilet paper wrapping event in- donment of spaces reveals a society accus- take place on Thursday, February 7, On Sunday morning, December 9, the volving the audience, Reynolds-wrap- tomed to random violence on a massive 6:15–7 PM; TAY Brotherhood brought a game show ping, and a whipped cream toss. Parents scale. In an increasingly desensitized envi- Wednesday, February 20, 12:10–1 PM; Chanukah party to the Temple Adath and teachers joined in with children. And ronment of war imagery, Horesh chal- and Thursday, March 7, 6:15–7 PM. Yeshurun community and Religious let’s not forget gourmet latkes, prepared lenges us to think about the aftermath. These moderated sessions will discuss School. Our own Monty, Joel Gordon, fresh by the Brotherhood Kitchen Krew The exhibit, Yoav Horesh: Aftermath, photography that contextualizes topics was once again in charge, and he was and served with not only applesauce and is free and open to the public at the Mu- relevant to the current exhibition, Yoav decked out in a very special Chanukah sour cream, but with whipped cream, seum of Art, University of New Hamp- Horesh: Aftermath. Moderators will be suit. Joel was assisted by our clown Kugel chocolate bits and syrup, coconut, and shire, Durham, from January 24 to UNH Civil Discourse lab students. All (aka Nancy Frankel). Students and par- butterscotch (who knew?). To comple- March 30, 2019. An Artist Talk with programs are free and open to the public. ents competed individually and in teams ment the latkes, there were kosher hot in a host of contests to win prizes and the dogs (served baseball park style) and, of adoration of the audience. course, chocolate gelt for all the partici- Competitions included emptying pants. It was another very special TAY Kleenex boxes, stacking champagne Brotherhood happening.

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Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 19 Once More, Again with Feeling: Gemilut Hasadim 2018 benefit of others.” cheon platters to the Police and Fire Sta- their holiday, by helping the less fortu- By Dr. Sol Rockenmacher, The Temple Adath Yeshurun Christ- tions in Manchester and Bedford on nate in our community, by delivering lun- TAY Brotherhoo mas Mitzvah Program, organized by the Christmas Day, serving meals at New Ho- cheon platters as a token of gratitude to Manchester — The Jewish Almanac TAY Brotherhood, has been in existence rizons Soup Kitchen on Christmas Eve those who are serving us so well in our notes: “In Jewish tradition, gemilut hasa- now for well over 40 years. It is a fine ex- and Christmas Day, providing hospitality local communities, and by spending some dim are a category of mitzvot (good ample of how members of our Manches- as well to those less fortunate, and helping time socializing with veterans who have deeds) that obligate the individual to act ter Jewish community have been giving with the evening Bingo game at the Veter- served our nation. “Think globally, act in certain ways on certain occasions as a back to their non-Jewish community, ans Administration Hospital in Manches- locally” can be one starting point direc- mark of basic human decency and re- with enthusiasm, feeling, and caring. ter on Christmas night. Fortunately there tive in the process of tikkun olam (heal- spect towards others, living or dead, rich This year, once again, approximately were no weather issues this year. ing the world). or poor, using one’s time, effort, and 100 adults and children volunteered to The volunteers came from Temple Thank you to all who participated, money whenever necessary.” They are participate on Christmas Eve and Christ- Adath Yeshurun and Temple Israel and some of whom have been on board for deeds of loving kindness involving “a de- mas Day. The programs include staffing some are not yet affiliated with a congre- many, many years. Judging from the very gree of gentleness, extreme care, affec- the Information Desks at Catholic Medi- gation. They came to participate to help warm messages of gratitude we have re- tion, tenderness – a summoning of all the cal Center and the Elliot Hospital as others, by covering for their Christian ceived this program is very much appreci- human resources of sympathy for the friendly greeters to visitors, delivering lun- neighbors so that they could celebrate ated by our Christian friends.

Mitzvah New Horizons crew Rachel and Mel Spierer, VA Bingo Bunch Adam,Brooke, Stephanie and Mark About to deliver Meals on Wheels on Christmas Day are Pam Englander, Peter and Linda Hunt, Elda Cordero- Flanders, Barry and Barbara Scotch, Bruce Berk, Becky John Greenwood and Sonia Ascher; Jonathan, Joshua, and Goodman, Pat Kalik, Sandy Whipple, and Steve Soreff Laforge, Sol and Linda Rockenmacher, and Jake Berry. Al Shamash; and Steve, Donna, Caleb, and Alea Dolman. NH4Israel Presents Funds to ALS Researcher From 2nd Annual Walk/Run for Healing Jerusalem, Israel — NH4Israel is proud of state-of-the-art models in order to un- could be there and hope to join you next year’s race to battle pancreatic cancer to share announce that the 2018 2nd An- derstand the processes leading to the de- year in Israel. and also to find out how you can help. nual Run/Walk for Healing raised velopment of pancreatic cancer. The goal Sign up for our weekly email at NH4Is- Don’t forget to mark your calendar now $5,000 for ALS research. The 3rd Annual is to find the Achilles heel of this very rael.org to follow our progress for next for May 5! Run/Walk for Healing for pancreatic can- malignant cancer, again providing fami- cer research has already been scheduled lies hope. for Sunday, May 5, 2019, on the Interfaith NH4Israel’s mission is to educate the Campus of Etz Hayim Synagogue and the New Hampshire community about Isra- Church of the Transfiguration at 1½ el. We are using research into ALS and Hood Road, Derry. pancreatic cancer to highlight the gifts Brenda Johnston, who was visiting Is- Israel continues to give to the world. Is- rael this winter, presented the $5,000 rael is one of the smallest and youngest raised from our annual event to Dr. Marc countries on earth, under constant Gotkine, a researcher in the neurology threat, and yet Israel continues to make clinic at Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem great contributions to mankind. Just concentrating on Lou Gehrig’s Dis- some of Israel's medical breakthroughs ease (ALS). NH4Israel chose to support include ReWalk, BrainGate, “Seeing” Dr. Gotkine to highlight his ground- with sound,” CureXCell, NanoRetina, breaking work regarding ALS, which in- OrCam, Brainstorm, PillCam, and the cludes finding new targets for cura- list goes on and on. That is why Israel is tive and preventive therapy and provid- the number 2 destination for venture cap- ing hope to families who are dealing with ital in the world, more than all of Europe this tragic disease. combined! Brenda Johnston (center) presents a $5,000 check raised by the 2018 Run/Walk for Next year’s recipient of the Run/Walk All of the members of NH4Israel Healing to Dr. Gotkine (right) at Hadassah Hospital, Jerusalem, on behalf of proceeds will be Dr. Dror Kolodkin Gal. would like to thank Brenda for bringing NH4Israel. Next year’s recipient, pancreatic cancer researcher Dr. Dror Kolodkin, is He and his team are focused on the use Marc and Dror together. We wish we on the left.

PAGE 20 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 How the Hebrew Psalms Helped Me Heal set of 10 psalms that were revealed and After glaring aimlessly at the walls, and releasing my sadness, anger, and pe- By Ann R. Silverman-Limor, aka Rahel designated by Rebbe Nachman of Bres- and while plucking the guitar strings tition and finally offering me a feeling of In 1995, as my marriage was failing, I lov to be used for personal healing. Reb- with no particular purpose in mind, I immense comfort and joy. This contin- found myself sitting alone in my room be Nachman (1772–1810) is an icon in opened up the book to random pages. ued for three days. At the end of the with my guitar in hand. At that time I the world of Chassidism, a stream of Or- My gaze became focused. I looked upon three days, I felt cleansed, healed of my was a wife and a mother of two young thodox Judaism. He was the great grand- the pages that were written in Hebrew previous wounded state of being. children aged four and seven years old. I son of the Baal Shem Tov (Master of the and English. It was as if I were looking A well-known saying attributed to Reb- was, and still am, a musician and song- Good Name), founder of Chassidic Ju- at a 3-D screen; verses from the psalms be Nachman is, “If you believe it is possi- writer. As I stared blankly at the walls in daism. Rebbe Nachman had a decent fol- began to jump out at me in big, bold ble to destroy, believe it is possible to re- front of me my fingers began to gently lowing in his time. Today, nearly 200 fonts. I began to sing beautiful melodies pair.” The three days I spent with the Tik- pluck the strings of the guitar. Sweet years since his passing, his followers as they appeared. Before I knew it, I was kun HaKlali did wonders. I was now sounds began to fill the darkened room number in the tens of thousands. It is gifted with 27 melodies that had now be- ready to move on with my life. The psalms as my thoughts swirled around in my taught that the Tikkun HaKlali provides come musical prayer and song. They had reached deeply into my heart and soul mind. Randomly, with no particular fo- a way for one to move ahead despite any flowed to and through me as I sat in that and renewed my confidence and strength. cus, rhyme, or reason, the thoughts came spiritual stumbling. Some even use it as a room, mindlessly receiving their healing and went as I continued to sit and pluck sort of amulet, a preventive against ill- energy and dutifully recording each Rahel Limor aka “Acoustic Breezes – on the guitar. Emotions were all that ness, misfortune, or harm. psalm, or song, onto a cassette tape, the Rahel” is a Certified Clinical Musician filled the emptiness I was immersed in. At that time, I didn’t know anything media of the time. It felt like a tsunami (CCM) and singer-songwriter. Her musi- Sadness, anger, loneliness… what was I about the rabbi, the remedy, or even much of love, kindness, and warmth over- cal work, “Tikkun,” drawn on the “Tikkun doing? Where was I going? How did I get about the psalms. As it happened, or per- whelming me; the Divine embracing me, HaKlali,” inspires meditation, healing, here? What now? haps Divinely directed, a book I had then wrapping me in a cloak of sweet song. and well-being. She is currently living and I had acquired a book about the Tik- recently purchased about the Tikkun My emotions channeled themselves working in Busan, South Korea. For more kun HaKlali – The General Remedy, a HaKlali was sitting right there by my side. through the verses, revealing, embracing, information visit www.rahelmusic.com.

Book Review Reviewed by Merle Carrus House of Gold: A Sweeping Family Saga House of Gold (G.P. Put- not yet love, her loyalty is shift hospital there, and the young wom- leads us to the Roaring '20s, a time of nam’s Sons, 2018) is a great tested by the outbreak of en learn gardening, which will give them economic boom in the United States. book by Natasha Solomons. WWI. Her brother, who work experience to improve their lives af- That is followed by financial collapse I loved this book for its his- has always been her best ter they give birth. and the Great Depression. This book torical content and the fami- friend, comes to England Using this family saga as the plot driv- shows us the unavoidable dichotomy of ly dynamics. It is the sweep- to try and help her adjust. ing the novel, we are also informed of the global shift of power. Beautifully ing family saga of the Gold- Her mother-in-law, who the historical significance of this time written, it is captivating both as a his- baum dynasty, a Jewish also was once a young Vi- period. Increasing Russian pogroms, torical novel and a family drama. family,that is a dynasty of ennese bride, shares that growing anti-Semitism, and socialist re- A screenwriter and novelist, Natasha moneylenders, who use their her secret to happiness, form all led to the First World War. Also Solomons lives in Dorset, England, with position, influence, and pow- which is to find a project of explored in this book is the European- her husband and young son. She is the er to assist their countries’ your own. Greta, like her United States relationship. As the war New York Times bestselling author of governments. Family mem- mother-in -aw, decides to continues in Europe, Britain and Ger- The House at Tyneford, The Gallery of bers live in France, England, create a garden that she many borrow money from the United Vanished Husbands, and The Song of and Austria, where the men control the can make all the decisions about. States. This influx of financial stability Hartgrove Hall. banks and the women marry distant As the war begins and the men are sent cousins to keep the wealth and power off to battle, Greta is able to build a gar- within the family. Though as Jews they den that will distract her from the horrific are outsiders, they have always com- world around her. She discovers that she Keeping you connected manded respect. But now the world can grow any kind of plants she wants around them is changing. and can employ only women to work in NEWS As the story begins, Vienna-born Greta the garden. As the war rages on, Greta e Goldbaum has just been married off to helps the war effort by bringing young, her English cousin, Albert. A young girl in pregnant women to live in the house until jewishnh.org a new country with a husband she does they go into labor. She sets up a make-

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Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, held an event in honor of Congregation Betenu members appreciate the Chanukah potluck Chanukah at the UN headquarters in New York with the participation of US Ambassador Nikki Haley.

Congregation Betenu members light candles during the annual community Chanukah celebration. Board of Directors president Dina Mi- chael Chaitowitz hosted a "Peace Rocks" paint party, where Religious school par- During five-minute cooking classes for ents and students painted rocks with mes- Etz Hayim Synagogue religious school sages of peace, which they later distribut- parents, a group of parents made apple ed to local churches, libraries, schools, roses. Pictured are (L-R) Mary Tarzia gyms, and favorite eating establishments. Edelstein and Arlene Agosto.

Etz Hayim Synagogue members helping with the Community Meals Network's annual On December 16, Etz Hayim Synagogue members joyfully hosted a free holiday free Thanksgiving Day dinner. Pictured are (L-R): Kayla Patterson (front row, left), breakfast for local residents, part of a free meals program conducted in collaboration Eliana Patterson (fifth person), Barry Leshin (to right of Eliana), and Bonnie Leshin. with the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration.

PAGE 22 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 Team Ratinoff-Leapley (Eric, Nicole, Alex, and Simon) are set to deliver luncheon platters to Manchester Police and Fire Department on Christmas Day, one of the TAY TAY Chanukah latke lads Mark Granoff and David Penchansky at work. Mitzvah Program’s many activities

Seniors Forever Young hosted its Annual Chanukah Party with entertainment by saxophonist Avi Rafaelov NH4Israel had a de-light-full Chanukah party on December 5 at Temple Israel Manchester.

Work at the Manchester Hebrew Cemetery is progressing Stephanie, Mark, and Brooke Flanders helped out at nicely, with most of the roads graded and new lighting Benjamin Conley rehearses for his Bar Mitzvah as Con- Elliot Hospital Information Desk on Christmas Eve as installed. Photo courtesy of Christine Dame gregation Betenu religious school students observe. part of the TAY Mitzvah Program.

Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter PAGE 23 Temple B’nai Israel’s cantorial soloist, Melody Funk, thought she had retired from teaching, but she has generously stepped up to coordinate and teach in our Beth Abraham’s Bar/Bat Mitzvah class with staff small but mighty Religious School. Here she is working member Shane Sullivan at the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Beth Abraham Zimria choir members Nancy Ferman, with some of the younger students, while students Shelter, after serving dinner and preparing take-home Davida Rubin-Baker, director Julie Oliver, and Cheryl studying for their Bat Mitzvahs work with other volunteer meals for children. Liebling at the Chanukkah party. teachers.

Temple B’nai Israel began Chanukah celebration with a latke dinner (many thanks to Rick Notkin, Deb Notkin and Ysrael Funesti, and other volunteer chefs) and lighting menorahs in the Chertok Social Hall. Celebration continued at the home of Marsha Ostroff and Karen Rines, playing dreidel for charities. This year the most proceeds were donated to Jesse Doiron and Olivia Garbett, who will participate in the Dana Rabbi Jon with State Rep. Latha Mangipudi helping to kick off the Nashua Winter Farber Marathon Challenge, while the children at the party voted to donate their Holiday Stroll with a light ceremony of interfaith and communal unity. proceeds to the Lakes Region Humane Society.

Temple Israel Manchester members enjoyed Temple Israel Manchester members gathered a festive and happy Chanukah party. Photo for the traditional lighting of the menorah on courtesy of David Winthrop the temple steps. Photo courtesy of David Winthrop.

Bunny Tikvah and Bear Judah, donated by Hannah Jacobs, are sporting kippot made by teacher Joan Vick of Temple Israel Manchester’s Religious School. Photo CONTY Youth Group members from Temple Beth Jacob celebrate Havdalah and courtesy of Karen Jacobs. Chanukah with Rabbi Robin.

PAGE 24 The New Hampshire Jewish Reporter Shevat-Adar 5779 • February 2019 JFNH Tributes Received by January 10, 2019 Annual Campaign Cecile Juneau to Professor Michael New John and Jill Schiffman in honor of Rabbi Mark Melamut moving to NH

JFNH Preschool Eitan and Laurie Kilchevsky in honor of Golan and Matan Kilchevsky

Kushner-Tumen Family Fund for Children Lauren and Kenny Kushner to Alex Freidin and Dan Cruz in memory of Jay Freidin of Florida Norm and Andy Kushner to Joni Taube and Eliot Sirkin in honor of their granddaughter Ari Norm and Andy Kushner to Sol and Bernyce Taube in honor of the birth of great granddaughter Ari Norm and Andy Kushner to Mrs. Roberta White and family in memory of husband and father, Norman White

Seniors Program Faith Canner in memory of Arnold Canner Gerald Hecht in memory of Laura Emmer

New Hampshire Jewish Film Festival JoAnn Meyers to Roberta Brayer in honor of the achievements of grandchildren Lindsey Brayer and Matthew Brayer Brenda Schadick to Roberta Brayer in honor of grandson Matthew Brayer’s Bar Mitzvah

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Big News: Jewish Federation of New hire is excited to announce a spe- brary program, offering up h Come, sing “Hatikvah” with Shlicha Hampshire is excited to announce the re- atewide program series in celebra- talents for a Chanukah sing-a Noam Wolf, and join with friends and newal of our contract with the Jewish Israel’s 70th! In an effort to pro- several other family events b Theneighbors to doReport a mitzvah and celebrate er Agencyis for Israel to extendHer our Shlichut e for You! w on-ramps for all ages to celebrate Israel! Race starts at 1 PM, and a special and outside of synagogue spac plore Israel, the seven-program se- with Noam Wolf for a second year! Yom Ha’atzmaut Party goes until 3 PM! She has made meaningful co ers experiences that focus on travel, Noam Wolf arrived in August 2017 and To register, visit www.nh4israel.org. through adult education, of e play, world-class music, tradition- has taken New Hampshire by storm, im- Family Israel Fair: Build a Lego™ tures, creative presentations ab ce, nature, and Shabbat re ection. plementing Israeli and Jewish enrichment Model of Jerusalem and participation in religiou ng the spring and into summer programming for all ages statewide with Sunday, May 13, 10 AM–1 PM, FREE and holiday festivities. She h August), there’s something for ev- great success. In just eight short months, Temple Beth Abraham, Nashua guest speaker at Brotherhoo to enjoy and explore! Can you be hershe has reached eevery corner forof the state us with a hoods, and many other grou m Israel -- a program has reorganized our YLD (Yo red for several years JFNH Shlicha Noam Wolf brings Israel to Noam enjoying time with some of her New Hampshire communities statewide. young friends. ership Division) into a new “Yo sches” program lled with opp s in!: In her rst year Bethlehem to Keene and from Concord tally tailored “Trip to Israel” with pass- to socialize and experience J tinues through sum- to Portsmouth! She has carried out pro- ports, cultural insights, Hebrew language, and customs through an innov voluntary $18Published by thesubscription reached nearly 5,000 gramming at every Hebrew school in the music, dance, and? other engaging experi- Jewish Federation of 150 programs from state, bringing children on a developmen- ences that have left an indelible impres- Contract continue New Hampshire Celebrate Israel at 70 at Events Statewide With JFN ume 3, Number 9 uly 201 ammu-Av 577 3, 6-7 Israeli Dance Party for All The Reporter is written and prepared4-5 for every identifiedSunday, June 10, 3–5 PM, T empJele Israewishl, 8 Portsmouth 6KOLFKD1RDP:ROI The Jewish Federation of New Hampshire is $ZDUGV6LQJHU)DPLO\+DV/HJDF\RI*LYLQJ Farewell Shabbat With Israeli Consul General 11 sponsoring a special statewide program series au "They have set an example for others to New England household in New HampshirWR%ULQJ3UD\HUV e. We ha ve12-14 inman celebration of Iysrael’ s people70th! In an effort to working to send to follow," Baines said. Friday, June 22, 7 PM, Temple Beth Jacob, ermission of New 15 provide new on-ramps for all ages to celebrate Three of Irving's seven children (along :LVKHV)URP1HZ Concord ader 15 and explore Israel, the series offers experiences with a son-in-law) currently own Merchants Jacob Reuven and The Be’er Sheva Mandolin des ago, Irving Sing- that focus on travel, creative play, world-class this toAutomot yive Gou,roup. Their both 93-year-old +paidDPSVKLUH prWRWKofessionalsH 16-17 and voluntSoloists in Coneers.cert me college students music, traditional dance, nature, and Shabbat mother, Bernice, still lives in Manchester. 18 Sunday, July 29, 4 PM, Congregation Ahavas of a hot meal after re ection. From spring into summer, there’s The Granite State Legacy Awards cele- :HVWHUQ:DOO 20 Achim, Keene ays. something for everyone to enjoy and explore! brate the accomplishments of the state's Manchester — Jewish Federation of 21 Migration Through Israel’s Hula Valley: knew to set an extra most distinguished citizens who have giv- New Hampshire is excited to announce a Great Avian Journeys servatory, Congregation Ahavas Ac r people who didn't 21 Family Israel Fair: Build a Lego™ Model of en the most to New Hampshire through special opportunity for the statewide Sunday, August 19, 2-4 PM, Millyard Muse- of the Israeli Consul General to New son Gary Singer re- 22 Jerusalem business, philanthropy, politics, and more. Jewish community. Our Shlicha, Noam um, Manchester Etz Hayim Synagogue, Millyard We let you knoThe awwards ar elocal given to New Ham pJeshire Wwisholf, is returning to Israelne to visitws family and24 S undahappenings,y, May 13, 10 AM–1 PM, Temple Beth life cycle evNH4Israel,ents Squam Lakes Natur part of a legacy of residents who have made signi cant con- and friends before the second year of her 24 Abraham, Nashua This series has been organized by Jewish Center, Temple Beth Abraham, Te and private -- by the tributions over an extended period to their Shlichim begins. In an effort to bring us 25 A Journey to Israel: Opportunities for Teens Federation of New Hampshire in partnership Jacob, and Temple Israel (Portsm e past half century. andGary Siannouncnger talks about awards he hasementsprofession, community, and stafrte. omall closerev to Israelery and to fulll S her ynagogueprom- and Jewish organization. porting the nation's gotten over the years in his of ce at Mer- "They're a good family, and I'm sure ise to NH’s Hebrew School children, r donating money to chants Automotive in Hooksett. Photo by they're deserving of the award," said Noam will be bringing a big envelope of Park, generations of David Lane/Union Leader Larry Gammon, president and CEO of prayers and wishes to the Western Wall onated money and Easterseals New Hampshire, to which in Jerusalem on our behalf. fanfare. or Bob Baines said. the family donates money to help chil- Noam’s popular “Trip to Israel” pass- he family a Granite "They have established a legacy of giv- dren's programs. port program toured New Hampshire this monthOur. in g,"co said Bainessts, who gets fundraisinforg hel pprinting "With respect to the Legac y Aandward, my d urinpostageg the 2017-18 religious school seca- ontinue to rise. We need your help e's a better example for his annual blarney breakfast from Ste- parents very strongly believed in giving back son, reaching hundreds and transporting d be more deserving phen Singer, who for many years was the to the community," Gary Singer said. "My them to four Israeli locales, where they Volume 3, Number 5 February 201 er Manchester Mawithy- public face ofourthe family's philanthr Voluntaryopy LAd Subscriptionll Drive. We are asking for just $18 to CAMP SPECIAL EDITION help with our costs. Thank you for supporting The Reporter and the Publ NH Jewish Film Festival Prepares to Celebrate Its Te Jewish F spire, and entertain moviegoers of all civil rights and racial progress during New Jewish Federation of New Hampshire. This is a voluntaryages. There will be talk-backs , subscription.post lm 20th century America. Delight in a discussions, and other surprises. toe-tapping, star-studded homage to By Pat Kalik, NH Jewish Film Festival Volume 3, Number arh 201 Adarr-N This year’s Festival includes the vastly talented and Jewish Chair Every Jewish household will continue to receiv13 lmse ovTheer 11 days wiReportth Sammery Da.vis, Jr. Manchester — Can you believe it? We screenings in Manchester, Con- • Keep the Change, a Rachel Is- FILM FESTIVAL AND ENTERTAINMENT SPECIAL EDITION are 10 years old this year! Join us as we cord, Merrimack, Portsmouth, rael Film , is a love story about celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NH and Keene. The Festival will David, an upper-class charmer  clip here Jewish Film Festival. We get older, better, run from Thursday, March 15, struggling to hide his high- Celebrate NH Jewish Film Festival’s 10th Annual Showcase of Fil and stronger every year. to Sunday , March 25. It will functioning autism. Forced to The NH Jewish Film Festival is an an- include an evening gala event at attend Connections, a support SNHU in Manchester, with the docu- light,” said Thom Powers, documentary nual event with a no-holds-barred ap- the Currier Gallery of Art on Saturday, group for people on the autism spec- mentary Keep Quiet, about a man who, programmer for the Toronto Internation- proach to diversity that encompasses March 17. trum, David falls in love with Sarah, a I am PROUDas vice-p residentto ofhelp Hungary’s farThe-right al FilmJe Festiwishval. Our NH Report Jewish Film er with a Voluntary Subscription. It’s the 10th Anniversary of the New strong Jewish contributions to world cul- Here’s a sneak preview of some of the sheltered young woman who challeng- extremist party, espoused anti- Festival reviewers agree that it’s ampshire Jewish Film Festival! What ture, using the power of storytelling and lms we have lined up for you. es his identity as “normal.” The movie Semitic rhetoric, only to nd a “must see” event! exciting year for us. Ten years and still lm to thematically explore the human • For our gala on Saturday night, March is charming and engaging. out he had a Jewish back- Here is the schedule for the ing strong, the lms include award experience. 17, at the Currier Museum, we will • The Essential Link: The Story of Wil- ground. As was noted by rest of the festival. nners, and Name:premieres, documentar ______ies, Our Festival promotes the Mailpreservati onto : show Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be frid Israel is a new lm by Yonatan Nir. George Robinson in Jewish Sunday, March 18 amas, thrillers, and comedies from the of Jewish culture by showing lms with Me, a Sam Pollard lm. This is the rst Wilfrid Israel, the owner of a depart- Week, “A superb piece of non- Several Films will be shown: nited States, Europe, the United King- Jewish themes and encouragNHing a Jedia- wishmajor lmReport documentaryer to examine ment sto re in the center of Berlin , w as ction lmmaking, telling a Across the Waters will be m, and Israel, shown at venues state- logue about a variety of issues. The mov- Davis’s vast talent and his journey for one of the great saviors of Jews during Address: ______story of import with grace and screened simultaneously at 1 de from Thursday, March 15, to Sun- ies will engage, enlighten, 66educa teHano, in- identverity th roStrugh theeet, shifti ngSuit tides ofe 300 intelligence.” PM at Cinemagic, Merrimack, and at 1 Film Festival continued on page 3 y, March 25. Theaters are located in Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me PM in Keene at the Putnam Arts Lecture oncord, Manchester, Merrimack, Manchester, NH 03101 City: ______will be screened at our Gala 10th Anniver- Hall. The lm is from Denmar Statk, e:based _____ on Zip: ______rtsmouth, and Keene. sary Celebration at the Currier Museum the true story of a Jewish musician and his 10th Annual Jewish Film Festival Awarded The 10th Annual New Hampshire Jew- Federation Voices 3 on Saturday evening, March 17. The doc- family as they make a frantic escape from h Film Festival is supported in part by Calendar 4 Phone: (____)______umentary is entertaining, funny, and Email:Nazi-occup ied______Denmark, eeing by boat New Hampshire State Council on th e Jewish Federation of New Hampshire, Your Federation at Work 6 Or: thoughtful, including manny surprising to safety. It received the Audience Award, Manchester — Jewish Federation of New 2018 fes grant from the New Hampshire State details you never knew about this incred- Berkshire Jewish Film Festival 2017. From the Bimah 8 Hampshire is proud to announce that it has will offer ouncil of the Arts, many corporate Call us at (603) 627-7679. ible entertainer’s personal and profes- At 1 PM in Portsmouth, Dancing on a In The Community 9 been awarded a grant from the New Hamp- venues in onsors, and Fr( iends ) of My the Fest checkival. for $18, payable to JFNH is enclosed sional life. “If you’ve never beheld Davis Volcano, a documentary, will be shown at Mitzvahs 10 shire State Council on the Arts. The com- rimack, The Festival opens Thursday, March Or visit www.jewishnh.org/give in action, prepare to gasp in awe and de- Education 12 petitive General Project Grant in the ule of l , at Mara Auditorium, Webster Hall, Film Festival continued on page 12 ( ) Charge my credit card: Arts & Entertainment 12 toamount dona of $4,000te willonline help to support. the related ev Focus on Camp 13-15 10th Annual New Hampshire Jewish Film this issue Festival, a signature statewide program of The Fe Six Months In, I Am Learning as I Teach Book Review 16 ederation Voices 3 the Federation. the value Name on Card: ______Chanukah Around NH 18-19 alendar 4 NHSCA believes that our communities such as t Noam Wolf Recent Events 20 our Federation at Work 5 bene t from a lively arts and cultural sector the Arts Letters to the Editor 21 rom the Bimah 8 Shlicha for both socially and economically. General and impact of this, our 10th Annual New Festival, Num: ______Exp. Date: __ __ /In M e__moria m__ 22 Project Grants for Community Engagement Hampshire Jewish Film Festival,” expressed Board a pinion 8 Jewish Federation Obituaries 24 are designed to help not-for-pro t organiza- the Federation’s Executive Director, Mela- like you the Community 9 of NH Business & Professional tions to enhance the quality of life for citi- nie Zalman McDonald. enthusia lm Festival 12-15 Services 25 zens, attract visitors, and help stimulate lo- The annual New Hampshire Jewish Film dance. F rael 16 How time ies and how things change Tributes 26 cal economies through the arts. “JFNH is Festival brings new and exceptional cutting- informat

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