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Jim Stein, President of the Jewish Missy Sosman and Sherie Sondel, who Federation of Madison and a parent taught a Healthy Jewish Cooking class, of a graduate, presented nine of the gave the graduates some words of wis- graduates with the Laurence A. Weinstein dom and presented the seniors with a Midrasha Incentive Award. commemorative cookbook. The future class of 2015 enjoyed the graduation festivities.

Camp Shalom Continued from page 1 truly has been a special place for youth in You can make a donation online at our area. The memories and friendships www.JewishMadison.org or you can mail made by children at camp stay with them a check, payable to the Jewish Federation forever, and the impact has the of Madison, to Camp Shalom Scholarship potential to change their lives for the Fund, 6434 Enterprise Lane, Madison, WI better. 53719. As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of If you have questions or would like ad- Camp Shalom, please help us continue the ditional information, please contact our tradition of never having to deny a child a Executive Director, Dina Weinbach, at camp experience because of financial 608-278-1808 or [email protected]. need. We need your help. We still need Thank you in advance for helping the to raise $18,000. Please help us send all children in our community have a of these children to camp – it is not too wonderful summer camp experience at The Midrasha staff and students honored the graduates at a fun end-of-the-year program. late. Camp Shalom.

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BMO Harris Bank N.A. Member FDIC. bmoharris.com 4/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Andrea Stein, z”l Local Professional Selected to National Outreach Initiative Awarded Posthumous Tiz Goff joins the Big Tent Judaism Doctoral Degree Professional Affiliates Andrea J. Stein, z”l, former Editor of Leadership Award. That year she became to better serve the Madison Jewish News and Jewish Advertising Manager of the Madison community volunteer, was awarded a Jewish News. She was incredibly proud less-engaged Jews posthumous Doctor of Jewish Nonprofit to become Managing Editor in 2012. She Management, honoris causa, from He- felt that her work with the Jewish Feder- Big Tent Judaism/Jewish Outreach In- brew Union College – Jewish Institute ation was her service mission to the stitute (JOI) is delighted to announce that (HUC-JIR) of Religion in Los Angeles, Madison Jewish community. Tiz Goff has successfully completed the California on May 19th, 2014. Her hus- training to become a member of the sixth band accepted the honor on her behalf. North American Cohort of Big Tent Ju- Tiz Goff One of five honorary degree recipients, daism Professional Affiliates. She will be this award recognized the breadth and working with the staff of Big Tent Ju- agreed-upon numeric benchmarks with depth of Andrea’s continuous service to daism/Jewish Outreach Institute to open each Professional Affiliate, working with the Jewish community in the 25 years the tent of the Madison, Wis., Jewish com- them to not just find the less-engaged in since she received her Master’s Degree munity through outreach training and Pub- their communities, but to create lasting re- in Jewish Communal Service from HUC- lic Space JudaismSM programming, which lationships that lead to deeper engagement. JIR. Andrea frequently quoted Pirke Avot is the methodology of taking Jewish pro- Executive Director Rabbi Kerry M. 2:5 – “Al tifrosh min hatzibur” – “Do not gramming outside the four walls of insti- Olitzky looks forward to the expansion of distance yourself from the community.” tutions and out to where people are in the program as JOI nears 200 Big Tent Ju- Shortly after arriving in Madison in 1996, public secular spaces, such as “Passover in daism Professional Affiliates. “We are she chaired the Gan Hayeled Preschool the Matzah Aisle” and “Hands-on equipping these communal professionals Committee and was its Interim Director. Hanukkah” in shopping malls to foster re- on the front line with the best of best out- She was on the Family Education Com- lationships, share what the community has reach practices. They are key to the future mittee of the Madison Jewish Commu- to offer, and learn about their interests and growth of the community and we are proud nity Council and in 2001 she was needs. At any given time, the majority of to have them on our team.” awarded the Madison Jewish Community Jewish households are not engaging with Goff began her Big Tent Judaism Council Miriam Singer Sulman Young Andrea Stein, z”l the organized Jewish community, and Big Professional Affiliates training in late Jan- Tent Judaism Professional Affiliates seek uary, and will work with local profession- to demonstrate to the unaffiliated the als, as well as staff and lay leadership at meaning and value in participation. Jewish Federation of Madison to imple- The Big Tent Judaism Professional Af- ment Public Space Judaism programs and Schrager Named New Yonim filiates program, which began in the Spring create relationships with newcomers to the of 2012, is a training series and collabora- community to foster future engagement. Communications Director tive network for Jewish communal profes- sionals who want to "expand the tent" of Big Tent Judaism/Jewish Outreach Insti- the organized Jewish community by reach- tute (JOI)—is an independent, national, The Yonim Israeli Dance Troupe finished a fabulous 2013-2014 season. On ing and serving less-engaged Jews includ- trans-denominational organization reach- the heels of a successful Sharsheret Festival we are thrilled to announce that we ing unaffiliated intermarried families. The ing out to unengaged and intermarried have hired Cathy Schrager to be the Yonim Communications Director for the program provides free, exclusive education Jewish families, and helping the organized 2014-2015 season. on proven outreach best practices; one-on- Jewish community better welcome them. Tiz Cathy brings a variety of experiences to her role as the new Communications one coaching; peer support; program im- Goff is the Community Outreach Coordina- Director for Yonim. She worked as a news producer for television stations in plementation guidance; and program tor for the Jewish Federation of Madison Georgia and Wisconsin. She then moved on to work in public relations for a evaluation assistance. The program works and Advertising Manager for the Madison non-profit in Denver, CO before returning to school to complete a graduate pro- to achieve measurable impact by tracking Jewish News. gram in Elementary Education. Cathy taught third grade in suburban Denver for a number of years before starting her family with her husband, Adam. Her oldest daughter, Harper, is credited with making their family a Yonim family. Watching the excitement on her daughter’s face at every rehearsal and perform- DESIGN / PRINT / SIGNS ance and then seeing that same excitement with all the dancers led Cathy to in- quire about the Yonim position. She’s thrilled to continue the great dance Graphic Design tradition Yonim has established in the Madison community. Cathy lives in Madi- Bindery & Finishing son with her husband and three kids. Promotional Products Direct Mailing Services Yonim is sad to say goodbye to Laura Toso who held the role of Director of Full-Color Digital Printing Yonim, including the Communications Director role this past season. The entire Large Format Banners & Signs Yonim family wishes Laura the best of luck in her new role as Editor of the Copies, Faxes and much more! 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Yad B’Yad (Hand in Hand) Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic Monthly Jewish Community Sunday, June 22 Playgroup for Caregivers and 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Children ages 0-2 Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Monday, June 2 Campus, 7762 County Route PD, Verona 10:00-11:30 a.m. Kick off the summer and the celebration of Camp Shalom’s 60th Anniversary Join us on the first Monday of the at the Hava Nagila Community Picnic. Activities include: Amazing Race-inspired month for this free traveling playgroup. activities for the whole family; information tables for local Jewish organizations; Hand in hand caregivers will explore and face painting and balloon animals; hayrides; bouncy house; velcro wall; Boulder’s discuss a new topic with a Jewish twist Climbing Wall; picnic games; Ga-Ga; swimming; Israeli Dancing with Yonim; each month. Topics will include: yoga music; hot dogs, veggie brats and other yummy foods (proceeds go to the Gan with baby, self-awareness, healthy eating, HaYeled Preschool); and much more! Volunteers are also needed. Please contact music, safety and more. Plenty of time for Ellen Weismer at program@ jewishmadison or 278-1808 x 232. For complete in- schmoozing and for the kids to play. formation please see the ad on page 32. Kosher snacks will be provided by the Jewish Federation of Madison. To RSVP or host a playgroup please contact Tiz Mad Town Teen Jewish Goff at outreach@ jewishmadison.org Volunteer Program August 17-23, 2014 (Registration due by June 13th) Tikkun Leil Shavuot Cost: $160 Tuesday, June 3 Learn more and apply now for a memorable experience in Madison. We invite 7:00 p.m.- 12:00 a.m. you to participate in a week of volunteering in Madison with other Jewish teens. Temple Beth El We will learn about issues affecting Madison including the achievement gap, 2702 Arbor Drive, Madison poverty, and homelessness and volunteer at a variety of organizations including schools, community centers, and programs working for social change. Sponsored Join area Rabbis and other teachers from across Madison’s jewish community by Shaarei Shamayim and generously funded by the Jewish Federaton of Madison for a traditional Tukkun Leil Shavuot, an evening of learning celebrating God’s Innovation Panel. For more information visit: www.shamayim.org giving of the Torah at Sinai. This year’s theme is scandal. To keep learners sharp throughout the evening, dairy desserts will be served, including cheesecake, ice cream, and the traditional first fruits of the season. Presented by Beth Israel Center Goodman Aquatic Center opens June 7th and co-sponsored by Jewish Federation of Madison, Congregation Shaarei Summer registration for the pool is open! Shamayim and Temple Beth El. 7762 County Highway PD, Verona

Enjoy the beautiful 5,500 square foot outdoor pool with six 25 meter lanes and zero depth entry, located in Verona. Plenty of shaded area and deck chairs to lounge with family and friends. See the ad on page 31 for complete details and registration information.

New Camper Information Session For Camp Shalom and Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim. Sunday, June 8 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The Minkoff Center at the Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Camp Shalom and Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim Jewish Community Campus Register for summer 2014 online now! 7762 County Route PD, Verona Camp Shalom is the summer day camp of the Jewish Federation of Madison. Grown-ups and campers are encouraged to attend and meet the directors, learn Its Jewish environment is welcoming to all elementary and middle school-age chil- about the daily schedule and special programming, take a tour of the scenic Good- dren and provides a safe, nurturing and fun experience. For more information re- man Campus and awesome Camp facilities, meet some of the loving and enthusi- garding dates, fees and more, visit: www.jewishmadison.org astic staff members, and learn some camp songs and games. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Camp Shalom Katan Register for summer 2014 – a few spots are still available! Speed Networking Wednesday, June 11 Ten unique one-week sessions aailble for preschool age children, jam-packed 6:00-7:30 p.m. with fun activities. We offer flexible scheduling so families can choose to register Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company for the camp sessions, and the days of the week that fit with their summer schedule. Hilldale Location, Madison Summer camp weeks run Monday through Friday, 9:00 Meet, greet and connect with other Jewish professionals from the Madison area. am - 1:30 pm for 3 - 4 year Brought to you by the Jewish Federation of Madison and J-Biz Madison. Spon- olds, and 9:00 am - 12:00 pm sored by Foley & Lardner LLP, Madison Computer Works, Sondel Family Veteri- for 2 year olds. For more in- nary Clinic, and Galin Education. For more information see the complete ad on formation please visit: page 6. www.jewishmadison.org

6434 Enterprise Lane, Madison, WI 53719 • 608-278-1808 • [email protected] • jewishmadison.org 6/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Volunteers Still Needed Madison Jewish Community for Hava Nagila Jewish Comes Together to Talk About Hard Subjects Community Picnic About a year ago, Congregation Shaarei a room of Jewish people committed to a Looking for something to do on at the Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Shamayim (CSS) reached out to the Jewish love of Israel, but with differing feelings Sunday, June 22nd? Come help out at Jewish Community Campus, please let Dialogue Group in order to host some hon- and experiences, who were willing to dis- the Hava Nagila Jewish Community us know. The picnic takes place from est and meaningful intra-Jewish conversa- cuss them respectfully. The honesty and Picnic. We are looking for people who 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and we need a lot of vol- tions about Israel and the Israeli- emotion of everyone in attendance was ev- are talented (or at least willing to de- unteers. We are happy to sign off on Palestinian conflict. The Jewish Dialogue ident, in large part because of the safe en- velop their skills) in the following volunteer hours for students. Group, who helped create and facilitate the vironment and expert moderation, as well areas: Please contact Ellen at program@ sessions, is a non-profit based out of as the sincerity of all participants." • Pre- Picnic Set-up (early bird shift, jewishmadison or 278-1808 x 232. Philadelphia that describes itself as “a Jim Youngerman, Co-Chair of the Jew- begins at 9:30 a.m.) Thank you in advance! grassroots organization that works to foster ish Federation of Madison Community Re- • Grilling hot dogs constructive dialogue within Jewish com- lations Committee and Board Member, • Selling food munities across the world about the Israeli- also attended. He too had great things to • Greeting guests Palestinian conflict and other challenging say about his session. “I was very im- • Helping to lead games and issues.” pressed with the format, the role/participa- activities for the kids CSS was so pleased with the progress tion of the facilitator, and most • Post-picnic Clean-up that was made during their two sessions significantly, with the respect all partici- If you would like to volunteer to that they reached out to several other pants showed toward each other and the help out at the Hava Nagila Jewish Madison Jewish organizations about get- caring views expressed. I felt safe and Community Picnic on Sunday, June 22 ting involved. This past spring, CSS co- comfortable expressing my views and I sponsored three additional sessions, this learned from views expressed by others.” time open to the entire Jewish community. He went on to say, “it was more the general The other co-sponsors for the sessions discussion where many different points of were the Jewish Federation of Madison, view, and many different points of empha- Temple Beth El, Beth Israel Center and sis were stressed, rather than specific UW Hillel. points that left the biggest impression with Members from across denominations me. I feel fortunate that all the participants and political affiliations sat down to have in the session I attended were respectful hard conversations in a meaningful, honest and willing to listen to the views of others and thoughtful way. All voices were heard and willing to share their views/feelings so and the community was able to come to- outwardly.” Another participant, Celeste gether and learn about the views of their Robins, said “I thought the process was friends, their neighbors, their fellow con- gentle, safe, supportive, and encouraging 220 State Street, Madison, WI 53703 608.257.3644 www.goodmansjewelers.com gregants and members of the Jewish com- of real dialogue.” munity they were meeting for the first The co-sponsors are considering op- time. tions for moving forward with additional Federation President James Stein at- sessions in the future. To learn more about tended one of the sessions. In his view, "it the Jewish Dialogue Group visit their web- was refreshing and heart-warming to sit in site at JewishDialogue.org. Register “Quality Care, Compassionate Communication” Now! PROUD MEMBER OF THE MADISON JEWISH COMMUNITY

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Wednesday, June 11 1848 WALDORF BLVD. | MADISON | 497-1392 Speed Networking!!! WWW.SONDELFAMILYVETERINARYCLINIC.COM Meet, greet and connect with other Jewish professionals from the Madison area. Simchas & Condolences To register email Lynn at: Mazel Tov: [email protected] Mazel Tov on the birth of Masden Mae, daughter of Anna and Jason Shurak and Network with the following local professionals and many more: granddaughter of Tina and David Schwartz; • Jon Eckhardt, Associate Professor of Management and the Robert Pricer Mazel Tov on the birth of Alex Allen Carimi, son of Gabriel (Gabe) Carimi and Chair in Enterprise Development at the Wisconsin School of Business and Danielle Jorgenson and grandson of Sanford and Alayne Gardner-Carimi; co-founder of Gener8tor Mazel Tov on the birth of Ayla Ruth Kunin, daughter of Noah Kunin Goldsmith • Kathy Blumenfeld, Vice President of the CUNA Mutual Group’s Lending and Stephanie Judge and granddaughter of Les Goldsmith and Dale Kunin; Insurance Products Mazel Tov on the marriage of Rebecca Schwartz, daughter of Jerri and Bob • Marv Turner, Yellow Dog Productions Director Schwartz, to Charles Annaman; • Wayne Harris, President, 6AM Marketing Mazel Tov on the marriage of Jon Swerin, son of Leon and Barbara Swerin, to Ilana Goren; Mazel Tov on the marriage of Daniel Palay, son of Tom Palay and Diane Join us at: Gutmann, to Katie Meacham; and The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Mazel Tov on the birth of Jacob William, son of Alan Tuerkheimer and Lisa Company, Hilldale location, Weiss, grandson of Barbara and Frank Tuerkheimer. from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Condolences to the families of:

Brought to you by the Jewish Federation of Madison and J-Biz Madison. Charles Sumkin, father of Joan (John Butler) Sumkin; Sponsored by: Diane Schwam, wife of Emanuel Schwam; Charlotte Z. Martin, mother of Jeffrey Martin, Kathy (Daniel) Levin and Terry (Peter) Kopel; Helen Bruner Finkelstein, sister of Robert J. Finkelstein and mother of Mary, Catherine and Jefferson; Sheal L. Becker, father of Michael (Leigh) Becker; David Rothstein, father of Jacquelynn (Michael Daly) Rothstein; Rhea Katz, mother of Sherie (Paul) Sondel; and Sue Blotner, wife of Harold (Hal) Blotner. June 2014 Madison Jewish News/7 Jewish Business and Professionals Roundtable

Ends the Season with a Great Program Photos by Diane Kravetz

Dave Weinbach and Dina Weinbach shared a few laughs with the guest speaker, Kevin Conroy. Roundtable participants enjoy lunch at Nakoma Country Club.

Leanna Shulkin, Larry Frank, Marla Frank, Judy Schreiber and Eric Horler smile for the camera. Kevin answers questions posed by the event’s facilitator, Jon Eckhardt.

Rob Roquitte, Kevin Conroy and Jordan Taylor chat before lunch. Jewish Business and Professionals Roundtable is the perfect venue for networking and enjoying the process. Summer Institute to Explore Intersections Between Jews and Their Neighbors

BY ALLISON BLOOM neighbors in contemporary American and Holocaust survivors, with a prominent food in Jerusalem, highlighting the ways Israeli culture. Nazi—a relationship that continued even in which food reflects interactions between The Mosse/Weinstein Center for Jewish The Institute’s Book Club, now in its after World War II. The ritual objects at the Jews and other residents of the city. Studies at UW–Madison is pleased to pres- second year, will gather on Monday, July Chazen Museum originate from a wide The Institute, which draws about 130– ent the fifteenth annual Greenfield Sum- 14 to discuss presenter Dr. Marni Davis’s range of Jewish cultures and time periods, 150 people each year, takes place on the mer Institute: Jews and their Neighbors, on Jews and Booze: Becoming American in and visually express the cultural interrela- UW–Madison campus, with most events July 13–17, 2014. Featuring the excellent the Age of Prohibition. This book exam- tionships between Jews and their neigh- at Grainger Hall. Tuition is $175.00 for the teaching of UW–Madison faculty and Jew- ines American Jews’ long and complicated bors. This private viewing of Judaica is a full Institute ($200 after June 13); single- ish Studies scholars from around the coun- relationship to alcohol during the late nine- rare opportunity to look at objects that are day pricing is also available. For more in- try, the Institute also offers dinners, a book teenth and early twentieth centuries, the not currently on display in the museum. formation about the institute, including a club, an art museum tour, a film screening, years of the national prohibition move- The closing dinner of the Greenfield full schedule, information about hotel and other opportunities for socializing. As ment’s rise and fall. Davis draws on Summer Institute will feature a menu in- blocks and parking, and online registration, longtime participant Jane Brotman archival materials to show that the history spired by Jerusalem: A Cookbook, and will visit jewishstudies.wisc.edu/greenfield or summed up the event last year, “You have of alcohol commerce, including both mak- follow a panel discussion with experts on call 608-890-3572. intellectual stimulation, a sense of commu- ing and selling alcoholic beverages, was nity, and you’re in the heaven of Madison. intertwined with the history of Jewish im- What more could you want?” migrant communities in the United States. Making Your Realty Dreams a Reality For the first time this year, participants The book club reading groups will be mod- can choose to attend the entire Institute or erated by UW–Madison faculty and will Leanna “Lilo” Shulkin select specific days to attend. Themed lec- include discussion with Dr. Davis. Contact me to set up an appointment to talk On Tuesday, participants will have a tures will explore relationships between about your real estate needs. Jews and their neighbors across five thou- choice to watch the Israeli film The Flat, sand years of Jewish history and around or to attend a private viewing of Jewish rit- 608-698-4570 • [email protected] the world, each day with a different focus. ual objects from the Chazen Museum of leannashulkin.firstweber.com Presentations range from explorations of Art. The Flat, written and directed by The human side biblical civilizations, to responses to the Arnon Goldfinger, explores the relation- of real estate.™ Service You Deserve. Professionalism You Trust. Holocaust, to Jews’ interactions with their ship of the filmmaker’s grandparents, both 8/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Congregation News Temple Beth El • Congregation Shaarei Shamayim • Beth Israel Center Congregation Shaarei Shamayim Shaarei Shamayim, Madison’s Jewish “old school” Jewish tunes, and even write city, including the achievement gap, Shabbat Services Reconstructionist and Renewal congre- Jewish parodies of pop songs. After our six poverty, and homelessness. We’ll volun- Saturday, June 7, 9:30 a.m. gation, welcomes new and prospective rehearsals, we’ll come together for a Shab- teer at a variety of organizations around First Unitarian Society members, as well as visitors, to partici- bat dinner and evening performance. Lo- town, including schools, community cen- 900 University Bay Drive pate in our services, discussions, classes, cation, dates, and times to be determined ters, and programs working for social We will welcome Sammy Angelina to and celebrations. For more information based on the availability of those who are change, and we’ll end the week with a the community as a Bat Mitzvah. or to learn about events, please visit our interested. The cost is $65. This group is Shabbat camping trip at a nearby camp- website at www.shamayim.org, email us sponsored by Shaarei Shamayim, but open ground. The program is August 18-23, at [email protected], or call 608- to everyone in the community. For more 2014, with an orientation the day before. Shabbat Services 257-2944. information or to sign up, please contact The cost is $160, which is generously Saturday, June 14, 9:30 a.m. Anna at [email protected]. subsidized by the Jewish Federation of First Unitarian Society Join the Jewish Youth Choir Madison Innovation Panel. 900 University Bay Drive Calling all Jewish kids who will be in Mad Town Jewish Teen The registration deadline has been ex- We will welcome Arlen Slaymaker to 1st-8th grade next year! Get together for Volunteer Program tended to June 13. Please contact Parthy the community as a Bar Mitzvah. six evenings of singing with Shaarei Shaarei Shamayim is organizing an Schachter at [email protected] for Shamayim’s song leader, Anna Volo- awesome week for Jewish teens in Madi- more information, including registration darskaya. We’ll sing Jewish camp songs, son to learn about issues affecting our forms. Shabbat Services Saturday, June 28, 9:30 a.m. Erev Shabbat Vegetarian First Unitarian Society L’SHANA TOVA! Potluck 900 University Bay Drive Have a wonderful summer, Friday, June 6 We will welcome Raiya Lewis to the 6:00 p.m., in a private home – community as a Bat Mitzvah. May yourCamp home be Shalom blessed through campers! the coming year. please call the office for location Celebrate Shabbat in the community Professional Service for all your real estate needs! and join us for our monthly potluck in a Like Us on member’s home. Children are welcome Facebook! to attend. 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Visit our for more information on our worship times gram, Congregation Shaarei Shamayim friends (known and new) precede the website for more details. and special events. All events take place at and Jewish Federation of Madison. See our showings. Powerful, touching and amus- Temple Beth El; 2702 Arbor Drive; Madi- website for more information. ing, Ushpinzin, is a heart-warming and Dan Nichols & E18hteen son, unless otherwise noted. soul-stirring film which revolves around Succot and a search for the “perfect” etrog. Concert We encourage members of the Jewish Potluck Picnic Shabbat at Saturday, August 2 A loving couple, down on their luck, pray Community to join Temple Beth El. We 7:00 p.m. door open, 7:30 p.m. concert welcome prospective members to partici- Wingra Park for a miracle. The miracle arrives in the Friday, June 6 At Full Compass pate in programs and activities. Please con- form of a large sum of money. Following 5:30 p.m. Pre-oneg Shabbat $10 in advance, reserve your ticket tact Heidi Lauhon, Executive Director, at the money come the Ushpinzin… 6 p.m. Shabbat Service online at http://www.templebethelmadi- 238-3123 or executivedirector@ temple- Released:2004; Rated P.G.; 92 minutes. 7 p.m. Potluck Picnic Dinner son.org/75th/#dannichols bethelmadison.org for membership infor- Our Summer Picnic Shabbats are back! $15 at the door. mation. Come wind down from the week and wel- Camping at Bethel Horizons Friday, June 27 – Sunday, June 29 come in Shabbat in the great outdoors with Our office will be closed on Wednes- Info & registration on our website or Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor us. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on, along day, June 4. contact Aleeza Hoffert at program@tem- (20- & 30-Somethings) with a dish to share. Per the Temple Food Summer Office Hours Begin Monday, plebethelmadison.org. Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor (Dor means Policy please no pork or shellfish, and re- June 16: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. M-TH; 8:30 “generation” in Hebrew) is for the Jewish frain from mixing meat and dairy. Drinks a.m.-2 p.m. FR. Block Party Picnic Shabbat, 20- & 30-somethings community in and will be provided. All are welcome. RSVPs around Madison. We’re open to all young to Aleeza at program@templebethelmadi- Part of our 75th Celebrations Mah-Jongg Tournament adults and organized through Temple Beth son.org are appreciated. Friday, July 4 El Madison (http://www.templebethel- Sunday, June 1 Wingra Park 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. madison.org/. Havdalah at Picnic Point Games & BBQ Dinner, 4 p.m. Registration and raffle sale begin at Shabbat Service, 6 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 6:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m. Lunch at 11:15 a.m. Play Pie Oneg Shabbat, 7 p.m. Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor Havdalah, bonfire, s’mores, and singing begins promptly at noon. $36 per person Come celebrate American Independ- Meet & Greet Dinner with Les Goldsmith. RSVPs to Aleeza at includes lunch, snacks and prizes. Lunch ence Day and welcome in Shabbat with Thursday, June 19 [email protected] are catered by Imperial Garden. your Temple community. Come meet our 7 p.m.-9 p.m. appreciated. Walk-ins welcome. Proceeds will benefit charitable Sister- new Educator, Stephanie Kirklin, as we Location TBD hood projects such as the YWCA Third welcome her to our staff. We’ll have some Are you hungry and ready to mingle? Street Program and Domestic Abuse Inter- Panera Shabbat Dinner lawn games and other activities along with Join Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor for the next vention Services (DAIS). Friday, June 13, 6 p.m. dinner. Temple will provide hamburgers, installment of our third Thursday Meet & Contact Sue Center for more informa- Shabbat Services, 7:30 p.m. veggie burgers, hot dogs, buns and condi- Greet Dinner! Bring a friend and join with tion at 608-345-5444. We’re ordering in from Panera for din- ments, please bring a side to share to go us to meet, greet, and eat our way through ner before Shabbat services. We’ll share a with it. You’ll want to stay after services a tasty family-style meal. RSVPs to Aleeza Yizkor Memorial Service meal together and get to know one another. for the oneg Shabbat featuring America’s at [email protected] are and Shavuot Please visit our website for more informa- favorite dessert, good ol’ pie! appreciated. Dinner will be $20 or less per Tuesday, June 3 tion and to place your order. Please RSVP person; please bring cash with you (small 5:30 p.m. Yizkor Memorial Service by Tuesday, June 10th. This event is organ- Dinner and a Movie bills are appreciated). Our Meet & Greet Dinners take place on the third Thursday and Nosh ized by the Temple Beth El Membership Sunday, July 6, 4:30 p.m. of each month at a different restaurant each 7 p.m. Community Tikkun Leil Committee. We’ll gather for dinner at Granite City- time. See you there! Shavuot West Towne Mall to share a meal and con- Join area Rabbis and other teachers Kesher Israel Film Series versation together. After our early meal from across Madison’s Jewish Community Tuesday, June 17 – “Ushpinzin” we’ll head to the movies together. Look for for a traditional Tikkun Leil Shavuot -- an (Guests) more information on our website closer to evening of learning and celebrating God’s For full schedule visit our website at: July.

select Sunday mornings in our downtown Kabbalat Shabbat Potluck digs. The topic for the three Sundays in in Hoyt Park Beth Israel Center June is “Fortune Tellers, Fate, and Free Friday, June 20 Will.” These sessions will focus on While Beth Israel services, classes, tion details. And thanks to all the host Welcome Shabbat in the great out- soothsayer and astrologer stories in doors! Services begin at 5:45pm and are meetings and programs are taking place families! Torah, Talmud, and Midrash. Examine in various locations this spring and sum- Our phone number is the same: (608) followed by a dairy/vegetarian potluck and discuss what role these stories play, dinner. Meet in the large shelter up the mer during our synagogue’s transforma- 256-7763. how “fortune telling” is similar to or dif- tive renovation, we are still the same All Beth Israel Center programs are hill from the parking lot. Bring food ferent from Prophecy, what happens and/or drinks to share. Beth Israel pro- warm and welcoming congregation. open to anyone who wants to see what when people try to cheat fate, and how Please join us for any of the programs our vibrant style of traditional, egalitarian vides plastic cutlery and paper plates. foresight and free will interact. Come We’ll do it again on July 18, August 15, listed here. Call us or visit our website, Jewish community is all about. every session or drop by when you can. www.bethisraelcenter.org, for more in- and September 5. formation. Many thanks to Temple Beth Upcoming program highlights: El, Jewish Federation of Madison, and other organizations for helping us during Tikkun Leil Shavuot this exciting time in the life of Beth Israel Tuesday, June 3 Center. 7:00 p.m. at Temple Beth El Come find us at… Join area Rabbis and other teachers Enjoy the summer, …Temple Beth El on Shabbat morn- from across Madison’s Jewish commu- Campers! ings. Services start at 9:30am in the Tem- nity for a traditional Tikkun Leil Shavuot ple Beth El lounge. Children’s services — an evening of learning and Torah. The for babies through 2nd graders begin at theme of this year’s communal Tikkun is 10:30 on June 7 and 14. There’s always SCANDAL! What turns a revelation into a light lunch after services, and all are a scandal? Why are scandalous stories in welcome. our sacred texts? Come find out and …downtown at 126 S. Hamilton enjoy scandalously good dairy delights Street for morning minyan (Sundays at and first fruits of the season — all 8:15, Mondays and Thursdays at 7:00), Shavuot traditions! This program is co- evening minyan (Sunday through Thurs- sponsored by Congregation Shaarei day at 5:45), office functions (come say Shamayim, Jewish Federation of Madi- hi!), and some meetings and classes. The son, and Temple Beth El. A.J. and Celia Rosenberg Library is also functioning in our downtown digs. Beit Midrash …members’ homes or Hoyt Park for June 1, 15 and 29 Gift Certificates Available Kabbalat Shabbat services on Friday 9:30 a.m., BIC-Downtown evenings. Call the office, check Starting this summer, Beth Israel’s www.imperialgarden.com www.bethisraelcenter.org, or subscribe to Beit Midrash will convene at 9:30am on our weekly e-newsletter to get the loca- 2039 ALLEN BLVD., MIDDLETON • 238-6445 Corner of University Ave. & Allen Blvd. 10/Madison Jewish News June 2014 CommUNITY Shabbat Celebration Enjoyed by 120

BY JAMIE GEPNER A few of Andrea’s friends shared memory. By doing three things that were desserts. The CommUNITY dinner was some lessons they had learned from her, very important to her: Give tzedakah, open to the entire Jewish community and followed by a touching talk by Dr. Jim light Shabbat candles, and study a little was truly a night of unified celebration of On Friday, May 9, Chabad hosted a Stein about Andrea’s love of Shabbos. He Torah.” the Shabbat. A very fitting tribute to a CommUNITY Shabbat dinner held at the concluded by saying, “People ask me all The evening concluded with bless- very special woman. Tempo Ballroom and Latin Dance Studio the time how they can honor Andrea’s ings, energetic songs and delicious in Madison. The 120 guests enjoyed the beautiful, elegantly decorated decor, de- licious four-course meal, and best of all, the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The evening was organized in loving memory of Mrs. Andrea Stein, z”l, by Chabad’s Rabbi Avremel and Mushkie Matusof. The night began with socializing and led into Shabbat candle lighting and Kid- dush. Between the food, the fun, the songs, and the amazing energy in the room, the evening was a resounding suc- cess. My husband Adam and I attended with friends we already knew and left with many new friends. We can’t wait for next time. Happy crowd.

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Jamie and Adam enjoy talking with friends. The Jewish Federation of Madison expresses its appreciation to these individuals who recently Wishing Camp Shalom Campers made a tribute donation to honor someone and Staff a wonderful summer! or celebrate a special occasion

In honor of high school graduation to Hannah Stein Minnie Kahn In honor of a special birthday to Corlie Blumenfeld Rosalind Levin In honor of a special birthday to Sandra Weinstein Dee and Ken Stein In honor of a special birthday to Ira Magnin Sherry Lessing • 608-828-5115 Dee and Ken Stein In honor of a special birthday to Betsy Reznikoff First Weber’s “Top” Realtor Judith Ettinger Your relocation specialist. Whether you’re moving In honor of a special birthday to Brad Kahn Barbara Simon into, out of, or just around town. Dee and Ken Stein [email protected] • www.sherrylessing.com In memory of Andrea Stein Beth Peterman In memory of Dick Sweet Ronnie Hess Have a great summer, Camp Shalom! In memory of Dan Pierotti Ronnie Hess Rachel Sauer In memory of Herschel Seder Paul Grossberg and Dean Ziemke In memory of Peter Wallach Chip, Rachel, Elly and Camden Sauer Susan and Jonathan Lipp In memory of Dave Ellis Laurie and Gary Schmidt In memory of Trude Arm Kevin and Ann Jameson In memory of the beloved son of Harold and Charlotte Atinsky Dee and Ken Stein In memory of the beloved son of Mel Cohen and Linda Plotkin 1075 Water Street, Prairie du Sac Dee and Ken Stein 643-8565 • www.milwaukeevalve.com Hilldale West TToowne 726 N Midvale Blvd 7455 Mineral Point Rd 608.238.7612 608.829.3500 12/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Madison Minyan Welcomes You! Over its two and a half years of exis- second Friday of the month as in the past. bership wished to maintain and expand munity and inclusion. tence, Madison Minyan has gone through And there will be egalitarian services with upon this tradition by becoming a comfort- For more information, please visit the many changes in leadership, tradition, and mixed seating, a minyan of ten people, and able spiritual space for a larger audience. website at www.madisonminyan.com or membership. April 25th marked one of the any gender leading Maariv on the fourth The first egalitarian minyan was a success, email [email protected]. The largest changes yet: for the first time, Friday of the month. with joyful davening and a d’var torah that next partnership service will be on June Madison Minyan held fully egalitarian This decision came after several months embraced Judaism’s strong focus on com- 13th. See you then! services at Gates of Heaven Synagogue in of serious discussion of religious practices. James Madison Park. The vision of the founding members was Starting this coming fall!!! The group will continue to hold partner- to create a space for young adults of a wide ship-style services with a three-part me- variety of denominations in Madison to chitza, a minyan of ten men and ten daven and enjoy a meal together on Friday women, and men leading Maariv on the nights. Madison Minyan’s current mem- > What are the benefits of Jewish sovereignty? > How should a Jewish state exercise military power ethically? Starting in the summer! > How can Israel create and maintain a Jewish democracy? Book club based on Ari Shavit’s book: > What values should a Jewish state embody? > Why should American Jews care about Israel, and what should be the nature “My Promised Land” of our relationship with the Jewish state?

In the spring of 1897 a steamer carrying a delegation of 21 British Jews left Port Said, Going deeper than politics or advocacy, the Engaging Israel course reframes the Egypt, for Jaffa – the last leg of its journey to the Holy Land. Leading the pack was discussion about the enduring significance of the State of Israel for contemporary Herbert Bentwich, an affluent London lawyer and Zionist leader and the great-grand- Jews worldwide. The iEngage curriculum elevates the conversation about Israel by father of Ari Shavit, a columnist for the Haaretz newspaper and one of Israel’s most rooting it in Jewish values and ideas rather than in a response to crisis. Engaging Israel thus equips individuals and communities with a quintessentially influential political commentators. Jewish values-based vocabulary to define and articulate why Israel can and should be fundamental to their Jewish identity. In "My Promised Land," his first book in English, Sponsored by the Jewish Federation and Temple Beth El. Open to the commu- Mr. Shavit charts Israel's history partly through nity! Stay tuned for more information! the lives of his pioneering forebears: His grand- father, Herbert's son, was a Cambridge-edu- cated pedagogue who helped develop Israel's education system, while his father was a chemist at the eye of Israel's nuclear program. The result is roughly equal parts personal and family memoir, Israeli history, and prophecies for the land's future. It is one of the most nuanced and challenging books written on Israel in years.

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Eighty Jewish students at the UW- Madison gathered at the UW Chabad House on May 1 to celebrate their college graduation. After four years of attending Chabad, the students knew they would not be disappointed. Yet, they were nev- ertheless surprised at the extent of the buffet and drink selection. Homemade sushi, bite-size kugels, and a wide variety of Wisconsin beers were among many specialties that evening. After a half-hour of socializing and schmoozing the crowd took their seats. Rabbi Mendel Matusof welcomed every- one warmly and spoke about the Mitzvah of counting the days between the holi- days of Passover and Shavuot, known as the Omer count. “Each day builds on the one before it, and is a step further in a person’s growth and development” he said. He explained that graduation is merely the end of a stage in life which acts as a stepping stone into the next stage. One must build upon it, climbing to new heights and further potential. Dr. Jim Stein, a cardiologist and pro- fessor at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and current president of the Jewish Federation of Madison followed. He inspired the attendees with his per- Dr. Jim Stein inspires the graduates. sonal journey of discovery, having been disengaged from the Jewish community have a place to feel welcomed. They give hope that each and every one of you has are enjoying the golden platters,” she and his faith, and how in time he recon- so much to us, more than any of us will the chance to personally thank them.” continued, “remember to contribute to nected with both. probably be able to give back. The best The evening ended with a story told your Jewish home on campus that will, “You may not realize it now,” he said, way to say thank you is to continue to do- by Henya of a blind, poor, childless per- with G-d’s help, continue to be a warm “but the Jewish community provides nate throughout the next chapter of our son told he can make one wish. His wish Jewish home to future students.” each of us with physical and emotional lives so we can ensure Chabad’s success was “to see his children eating on golden Mazel Tov to the graduating class of security. As a community, we pray and for the next generation of Wisconsin stu- platters.” She blessed the graduates to 2014. As they say in Hebrew, Kol we learn together. As a community, we dents.” have all three, good health, a happy fam- Hakavod! May you go from strength to fight for Jewish rights and values, attend She was followed by graduate Matt ily, and financial success. “And when you strength! to the needs of those less fortunate than Elkin, the current student president at us, and ensure our continuity. As a com- Chabad. He was honored with a basket- munity we build programs and commu- ball Mezuzah, a fitting gift for someone nal capacity to respond in times of crisis. hoping to pursue a career as a basketball We are there when we need each other coach. Matt shared some personal and and when others need us.” He concluded emotional reflections on his years in col- with a request to the graduates. “Please lege. He followed that by thanking Rabbi stay involved. Please do mitzvot. And Mendel and Henya Matusof for what remember that together, as a Jewish com- they have done for him as a student. Today's wide diversity of family munity, we can do extraordinary things. “Henya is one of the nicest people I have configurations require specific legal agreements for financial As a part of it, you will too.” ever met” he said, “and all of the guys in holdings, obligations in Graduate Ilana Fromm, former presi- this room would be lucky to have a wife divorce or separation, children dent of the Jewish sorority AEPhi, spoke like her one day. 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For information or registration, please contact Racheli: [email protected] or www.jewishmadison.org June 2014 Madison Jewish News/15 Shop for Shalom Event Supports Scholarships Camp Shalom makes a commitment Weinbach, and Ben Weismer! to the Camp families that no child will Thank you to Sarah DeNeve for miss out on the Camp Shalom experience designing the posters and invitations and due to financial need. It takes a village to Insty Prints for donating the raffle for us to be able to fulfill this commit- tickets. ment and we are so grateful to all of the Finally, a big thank you to the follow- shoppers who came out to Shop for ing businesses for donating to Shop for Shalom to show their support for Camp Shalom: Shalom and their love for shopping! Borokhim’s Oriental Rugs Stefanie and David Kushner hosted Dragonfly Hot Yoga the event in their fabulous home. The Layla’s Café spacious layout allowed for shoppers to Ron Diamond peruse the items, mingle with friends and A Stone’s Throw enjoy tasty snacks and a delicious signa- Wisconsin Cutlery ture cocktail, the Shalomtini. Thanks to Conscious Carnivore the generosity of the shoppers and the Mary Kay vendors Shop for Shalom raised approx- Baginspiration imately $2000 for Camp Shalom Schol- Sprout arships. All Things Olive An amazing team of volunteers Wild Tree planned the event, shopped for supplies, The Purple Goose collected prizes for the raffle and made Embellishments by Ginny Jenson this event the success that it was. Thank Itty Bitty Threads you to Stefanie and David Kushner, Kaye Happy Hour Crafts Becker, Laura Kassel, Charlie Kaplan, Nik J Designs Lynn Kaplan, Aphra Mednick, Dina

and Congratulates Camp Shalom on its 60th Summer! 16/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Camp Shalom Offers Thank You, New Annual Corporate Sponsors! Sponsorship Opportunities Thank you to the following 2014 In honor of the 60th anniversary, Camp Shalom is offering a new Corporate Spon- Camp Shalom Corporate Sponsors: sorship program. Businesses will have the opportunity to change a child’s life with a Shalom Circle: Camper’s Circle: scholarship to camp, and in return, Camp Shalom can help advertise and promote busi- UW Health American Family Insurance ness sponsors. Associated Financial Group Friendship Circle: First Student, Inc. There are four different sponsor levels: Galin Education Mazur Realty • Director’s Circle $10,000+ (15+ Campers’ Tuition) Meriter Unity Point Health Milwaukee Valve • Shalom Circle $5000-$9999 (7-15 Campers’ Tuition) Reilly, Penner, & Benton, LLP • Friendship Circle $2600-$4999 (4-7 Campers’ Tuition) Rosen Law Offices, S.C. • Camper’s Circle: $660-$2599 (1-3 Campers’ Tuition) Sondel Family Veterinary Clinic Weinbach Investment Management, LLC

Each level of the Camp Shalom Annual Corporate Sponsorships includes many ben- Thank you to the following 2014 Camp Shalom Scholarship Donors: efits and recognition opportunities. For additional information, please contact Dina Weinbach at 608-278-1808 or [email protected]. Arnold N. Rusky Community Fund Stanley Kanter Few youth-serving programs in Dane County are six decades old. It has taken the Billy Feitlinger and Susie Hobart Lynne Graff Properties, LLC involvement of many to accomplish what we have. We hope to raise $110,000 in schol- Camp Shalom Families Marcus and Sheila Cohen Camp Shalom Shopping Event Vendors Camp Shalom Endowment Fund arship funds for the summer of 2014. Schol- and Participants Nimick Forbesway Foundation arship needs are greater than last year; as has Capitol Kids Fund Martin and Lynn Preizler been the case throughout our history. Last Eric and Jane Carlson Andreas and Susanne Seeger year, with the support of our community, the Kevin and Sheila Conroy Jeanne and Joe Silverberg Jewish Federation of Madison raised Craig Magenheim Memorial Fund Bob and Joanne Skloot $95,952 and awarded 172 campers with full Fred and Ivy Edelman Barbara Spierer and partial scholarships. Without exception, Judith Ettinger Joan Sumkin & John Butler families tell us how grateful they are and Billie and Simon Hellerstein J. Wexler Law S.C. how much their children love Camp Shalom, Elizabeth Huebel and David Silverberg James and Nancy Youngerman an experience the children would not have Joel Minkoff Scholarship Amy and Marty Fields without scholarship support. Endowment Fund Herb Kohl Charities Joy Nathanson Camp Shalom Madison Community Foundation Please help us spread the word and con- Memorial Fund And anonymous donors sider the Camp Shalom Corporate Sponsor- Steve and Linda Kailin ship Program for your business. Thank you in advance for helping to make the 60th summer of Camp Shalom the best one yet. Special Events at Camp Shalom Camp Shalom ... 60th Anniversary Get psyched for these awesome special events happening at Camp Shalom this year! Monday, June 23rd - SESSION 1 BEGINS Events ... Friday, June 27th - Camp Shalom Visitor’s Lunch at 11:45 a.m. Grown-ups are invited to Camp to enjoy a picnic lunch with their Camp Shalom (K-5) campers. Save the dates! Wednesday, July 2nd - Boulder’s Climbing Wall to camp Friday, July 4th - NO CAMP SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. Monday, July 7th - Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim 9th graders leave for their 4-day overnight Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic Wednesday, July 9th - Camp Shalom latenight and Gimel (4-5 grade) overnight- Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus families are invited to join us at the Goodman Campus at 5:30 p.m. for a picnic dinner Kick­off the summer and the Camp Shalom 60th anniversary! and entertainment provided by the campers. Wednesday, July 9th - Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim 6th-8th grade overnight Special programming includes Camp trivia, a Camp Shalom Thursday, July 10th - Aleph/Bet Day, special programming for the K-3 grade inspired sing­along and more. campers. NO CAMP FOR GIMEL CAMPERS (4-5 graders) We are collecting old photos from Camp Shalom through the Friday, July 11th - Last day of session 1 decades. Do you have old photos to share or donate? Please contact Ellen Weismer, 608­278­1808 or email Monday, July 14th - NO CAMP, staff development day Tuesday, July 15th - SESSION 2 BEGINS [email protected] Wednesday, July 16th - Boulder’s Climbing Wall to camp Friday, July 18th - Camp Shalom Visitor’s Lunch at 11:45 a.m. Grown-ups are WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, 5 P.M. invited to Camp to enjoy a picnic lunch with their Camp Shalom (K-5) campers. Alumni Reunion/Picnic Dinner in the Goodman House at the Wednesday, July 23rd - Maccabiah (Camp Olympics!) Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus Monday, July 28th - Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim 9th graders leave for their 4- day overnight Join us for the Camp Shalom latenight program and an Wednesday, July 30th - Camp Shalom latenight and Gimel (4-5 grade) overnight- alumni dinner catered by Banzo! $18 per person* families are invited to join us at the Goodman Campus at 5:30 p.m. for a picnic dinner Dinner includes falafel bar, drinks and dessert and entertainment provided by the campers. Alumni reunion and Camp Shalom 60th *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the anniversary celebration including the annual Camp Shalom Scholarship Fund raffle Camp Shalom Scholarship Fund. Wednesday, July 30th - Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim 6th-8th grade overnight Thursday, July 31st - Aleph/Bet Day, special programming for the K-3 grade Reunite with old friends, share memories and stories, relive campers. NO CAMP FOR GIMEL CAMPERS (4-5 graders) your days at Camp Shalom and experience the Session 2 Friday, August 1 - Last day of session 2 late­night with the Camp Shalom community. Monday, August 4th - NO CAMP, staff development day SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 Tuesday, August 5th - SESSION 3 BEGINS (Camp Shalom only) Friday, August 8th - Camp Shalom Visitor’s Lunch at 11:45 a.m. Grown-ups are Camp Shalom’s 60th Birthday Party at the Nitty Gritty invited to Camp to enjoy a picnic lunch with their Camp Shalom (K-5) campers. 1021 North Gammon Road, Middleton Wednesday, August 13th - Camp Shalom carnival! Bring your family and friends to the Nitty Gritty and mention Wednesday, August 13th - Camp Shalom latenight families are invited to join us Camp Shalom and the Nitty Gritty will donate 10% of your bill at the Goodman Campus at 5:30 p.m. for a picnic dinner and entertainment provided by the campers. to the Camp Shalom Scholarship Fund. Friday, August 15th - Last day of Camp Shalom

For more information or to help plan any of these events please There is still space in Camp Shalom sessions 2 and 3 and in Camp Shalom Noar- contact Ellen Weismer, [email protected] Bogrim session 1. To register please visit www.jewishmadison.org/campshalom June 2014 Madison Jewish News/17 Who’s Who at Camp Shalom? The camp season is finally here! We Camp Shalom Sports and began teaching Jewish Studies and He- been being a camp counselor and work- are busy preparing for Camp Shalom and Team-Building Specialist brew at Midrasha Hebrew High School. ing with kids of all different ages to Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim, planning My students have all been fantastic, and achieve great things and have an amazing special programs, cleaning buildings, or- I loved every moment of Midrasha, so I summer. Drama camp, Nature Camp, My name is Andrew Brodsky, I’m 23 dering supplies and filling the pool with knew I couldn’t leave. Then I heard about Sleep away camp, and camp in Israel, years old from Miami, Florida. I gradu- water. You are probably busy preparing this amazing place called Camp Shalom you name it, I’ve done it and I love it! I ated from the for Camp by labeling clothes, shopping Noar-Bogrim and just had to stick am so ridiculously excited to be a part of University of for sunscreen and daydreaming about all around. I love speaking Hebrew and Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim. If it were up Wisconsin- of the fun this summer will bring. teaching everyone I see some interesting to me, camp would be all year-round... Madison in This summer we have a hired a tal- new words. I also love arts and crafts, a SCHOOL’S OUT and I am ready to get 2013, and will ented, enthusiastic and professional staff cappella music, and Jewish American back to the best part of the year: CAMP! be spending the to make every day at Camp Shalom and history. My biggest passion has always See you this summer! summer in Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim a great day! Madison before In previous issues of the Madison Jewish I begin law News you were introduced to our Direc- school in Au- tors and Unit Heads. This month we gust. I’ve spent Join Us for the Camp Shalom bring you a who’s who guide to some of time as a camp the administrative staff and specialists we counselor and as a sports coach at the and Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim are lucky to have at Camp this summer! local JCC in Miami, and cannot wait to bring my experiences to Camp Shalom. New Camper Information Session Something I’d like camp families to Camp Shalom Omanut know about me is that I am a responsible, Join us on Sunday, June 8th, at (Arts and Crafts) Specialist fun-loving young adult who works very 11:30 a.m. – for both Camp Shalom well with children as well as with my AND Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim, at Hi Camp Shalom Family! My name is peers! The Minkoff Center at the Irwin A. Bethany Jurewicz and I’m a recent trans- and Robert D. Goodman Jewish plant to Madison Community Campus, 7762 County by way of New Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim Highway PD. York City and Assistant Director London where I • Campers are encouraged to attend received my MA • Meet the Directors Hello everyone! My name is Sam in Contemporary • Learn about the daily schedule and special programming Toso, and I am so glad to join the admin- Art. I came to • Take a tour of the scenic Goodman Campus and awesome Camp facilities istrative staff of learn about • Meet some of the loving and enthusiastic staff members Camp Shalom Camp Shalom • Learn some camp songs and play some camp games Noar-Bogrim as and its need for Assistant Direc- an Art Specialist Please email [email protected] with any questions. tor of Individual through a Jewish Needs! This Federation Board member who suggested will be my that the art program at Camp could be eighth summer more than just crafts, a thought provok- working for the ing and inspiring well-rounded arts expe- Jewish Federa- rience, and I couldn't agree more! I’m tion; my first very excited to combine my love of art five summers and working with children this summer were spent at as it hasn’t happened since working in the Camp Shalom, and the past two years education departments at the Tate Mod- have been with the middle schoolers. I ern and Parasol Unit Foundation for the grew up going to Temple Beth El, and Arts. I'm looking forward to getting the have loved maintaining my connection to creative juices flowing at Camp Shalom the Jewish community of Madison with collaborative projects and art history through my summers at camp. Each inspired undertakings, so make room on summer has been a unique experience, the refrigerator from some miniature and I’m looking forward to the new ad- Kandinsky’s and Litchenstein’s! ventures and joys this one will bring. In terms of my educational background and Camp Shalom Teva (Nature) other work experiences, after next fall’s Specialist student teaching experience in the Chicagoland area I will graduate from Hi! I am Nicole Triller, your Teva Elmhurst College with a BS in Biology (Nature) Specialist for this summer!! I and Secondary Education. On campus I am so excited to was a resident advisor for two years, a be a part of the senior tour-guide, and a student worker community at in the Office of Admissions. I’m excited Camp Shalom! to get to know this year's camp family After hearing and to make sure that each of our about this posi- campers has the best experience possible tion through a with us this summer. Together, we can co-worker at make it great! Huegel Elemen- tary School, I Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim was immediately Assistant Camp Director drawn to the op- portunity! During the school year, I spend My name is Rebecca Joey Schwab my days working in the main office of and I am a recent UW-Madison grad who Huegel. In my free time, I enjoy spending has fallen in love with the Jewish com- time with my family, my very large munity of Madi- Bernese Mountain Dog and doing many son. As a of the outdoor activities Madison has to freshman, I left offer! I am extremely passionate about my little Shtetl connecting children to the natural envi- called Skokie, ronments that we are lucky to have at our Illinois and finger tips and encouraging them to ex- came to the big plore the amazing power and general city of Madison. coolness of nature. I look forward to I got involved in many adventures this summer and getting the Jewish Com- to know the families of Camp Shalom!! munity when I 18/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Oodles of Noodles Pool Party 2014 Monday, July 14th, 4:30 p.m.

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It was a magical evening for JSS at the who donated items and services for the Deli, Madison Symphony Orchestra, Goodman’s Jewelers, Hair Studio, Avanti opening program of our 36th Anniversary silent auction: Madison Scuba Dive and Snorkeling Cen- Massage, Mound Street Yoga, Rolling Pin, Celebrations. One hundred fifty guests cel- Linda Revitz, David Seligman and ter, Fromagination, Square Wine Com- Roots Chocolates, Vanilla Bean, Trader ebrated with us as we kicked off our cele- Betsy Abramson, Zorba and Penny Paster, pany, UW Athletic Department, The INA Joe’s, Full Compass Systems, Bag Inspira- bration with an Evening of Entertainment Terrie and Len Goren, Nan and Jim Company, Calabash Gifts, The Shoe Box, tion. with Ben Sidran and Silent Auction. Many Youngerman, Kris Rasmussen and Bob thanks to Ben and the amazing quartet, Full Factor, Judy and Ben Sidran, Dawn Compass Systems for hosting, the volun- Berney and Ed Angelina, Celia Margolis, teers who helped with acquiring auction Ken Opin, Franklyn Peterson, Ron Dia- items, cooking, and logistics, and all the mond, Alice Kavanaugh, Richard David- corporate and individual sponsors that son, Stuart Levitan, Dan Sanford, Judy have enabled us to bring all three of our Pierotti, Billy Fetlinger and Susie Hobart. 36th Anniversary events to the community. Thank you to the following businesses Our celebration continues on Tuesday, July that donated items and services for the 8th at 7:00 p.m. at CUNA MUTUAL Con- silent auction: ference Center where we will present An Food Fight, Chazen Museum, Madison Evening of Comedy with Rabbi Bob Alper. Children’s Museum, Madison Museum of Please be sure to join us! Contemporary Art, Wisconsin Chamber Thank you to the following individuals Orchestra, Brasserie V, Nitty Gritty, Ella’s 2014 Levy Summer Series Registration “Paths and Intersections in Jewish Life: Journeys in Identity and Culture” Wednesday, August 6, Philip Hollander “Levi Aryeh Arieli’s ‘Allah Karim!’ and the Registration is now open for the popular Levy Summer Series. You may register Forging of Israeli Identity” online at www.jssmadison.org (click on “Register for an Event,” then “Events and Broiled Whitefish or Grilled Romaine Hearts Salad Sponsorships”), by mail with this form or over the phone with your credit card (608- 278-1808) between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. Registration closes on NAME FISH VEG the Friday preceding each event. All programs are $13.00 per person; to discuss a 1. ______□□ scholarship, contact Louise Goldstein at Jewish Social Services. Transportation is 2. ______□□ available with Transit Solutions for $1 round-trip. 3. ______□□ Our thanks to Jeffrey C. Levy for making this series possible and to the committee for providing inspiration: Jeff Levy, Annette Durkin, Howard Fried, Herman Gold- Wednesday, August 20, Rabbi Tiferet Gordon stein, Daniel Pekarsky, David Sulman, Jean Weissburg and JSS president, Nan “You don't look Jewish! – Neither do you! Youngerman. Re-creating a Culturally Representative and Inclusive Judaism” Levy Summer Series Registration (or register online at www.jssmadison.org) Potato-Crusted Salmon or Vegetable Phyllo

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OSRUI has been the primary expe- Pesach there and now have a deeper under- ing the University of Michigan and plan to will be heading our separate ways. Being rience that shaped my Jewish communal standing of, and love for, the land we call use my award to help pay for a study Jewish always has been an important factor life. By living with other Jewish kids, I home. abroad program in Israel. I am very inter- in my life, but my experiences these past learned that it was normal, fun, and even So how did Midrasha fit into my high ested in the programs that Michigan offers few years have made it a deep-rooted part “cool” to be Jewish. I am looking forward school experience? First of all, Midrasha at Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Tel of my identity. to spending this coming summer as a first- offered me a place to continue to learn con- Aviv University, which will offer me a My involvement in the Jewish commu- year counselor in the Machon program. versational Hebrew after my summer in chance to embrace my desire to double- In the Spring of 2013, I attended the Chalutzim Hebrew immersion program major in Organizational Studies and He- NFTY’s Eisendrath International Ex- at OSRUI. Midrasha also provided me brew or Jewish Studies. I hope, one day, to change High School in Israel. By studying with a safe and accepting environment to work in a Jewish-oriented business or non- in Israel, I developed a strong appreciation explore my Jewish identity. I enjoyed hav- profit. for our Jewish homeland, as well as a ing Midrasha as a place to connect with my Graduating from high school and deeper sense of Jewish pride. Through Jewish peers about topics that I could not Midrasha has opened an array of new op- three-hours a day of Jewish History talk about with my peers at school. But portunities for every one of us. I hope that classes, two-hours a day of intensive He- most importantly, Midrasha exposed me to we all find ourselves in places where we brew Ulpan, and weekly tiyulim around Is- different Jewish outlooks and views that can use everything we have learned here at rael to supplement class material, the add diversity to our community. Diversity Midrasha to further our Jewish education history of the Jewish people came alive in a Jewish community is extremely im- and strengthen our Jewish identities. I and I finally realized the true significance portant for creating a pluralistic environ- would like to extend my deepest thanks to of how far we have come as a nation. ment in which Jewish teens have a voice all of the Midrasha faculty. Their continu- When my class traveled to Poland and vis- that is valued and respected. Midrasha, ous efforts to make Midrasha a welcoming ited several Holocaust sites, the whole pic- quite simply, keeps Jewish teens involved environment for Jewish teens to explore ture came together. It changed my life to and engaged in a time when it is easy to their Judaism has had a huge impact on all Hannah Stein gave a speech about how go from Israel, a place so rich with Jewish lose touch with their Jewish faith. I am of us. Thank you so much. We hope that Midrasha has impacted her life. life, culture, and acceptance, to Poland, very thankful that I had the opportunity to we will make you proud! Yad B’Yad is a Boost for Both Caregivers and Babies!

BY TIZ GOFF Pooh? (Silence.) When my husband also have the opportunity to learn about givers and the children to hold onto came home, the poor guy was flooded various topics such as: sleep skills, Is- each other while we learn and grow to- When my daughter Micah was born, with conversation. Well, more like I rael vs. American child-rearing, Shab- gether. I could stare into her eyes (or at her eye- was talking and talking and he was just bat with our little ones, taking care of Please let me know if you’d like lids) for hours. I would hold her, feed to nod and not interrupt. I thought THIS oneself, and Yoga with our babies. And, more information: Tiz Goff, 773-620- her, wash her, and basically slave over was how adults communicated too! this is just the beginning! With the 4404 [email protected]. her tiny self even though she couldn’t So, that was when I decided my san- weather warming to human-levels, we recognize me in a line-up. My speech ity and my social life would be at jeop- are able to move our group to outside started to change, too. I realized I was ardy if I didn’t find a caregivers activities in-between the monthly meet- the one asking all the questions: How’s group…STAT! ings. A weekly walking group is start- my girl? (No response.) What should Luckily, Jewish caregivers of 0-2 ing soon, as well as the sporadic zoo we do today? (Not even a grunt.) Do year olds in the Madison area are at low visits and museum playdates. you want to wear Elmo or Winnie the risk of developing one-sided conversa- If you have a child between 0 to 2 tions due to the newly formed Yad years of age, or know of someone who B’Yad group. This group gets together does, please contact me so you can join in a member’s home each month; it is in on the fun! These babies will grow filled with food, fun, and education. up together, learn Hebrew together, and Yes! Not only do we have the chance to develop a love of Israel together. Yad speak to other caregivers so our vocab- B’Yad means “hand in hand” which is ulary doesn’t fall to the wayside, we quite beautiful and fitting for the care- June 2014 Madison Jewish News/23 Jewish Education Look What’s Happening at Hilde L. Mosse Gan HaYeled Sam is feeding the goats. Preschool!

Shira loves the baby ducks and chicks.

Orly pets a calf. Sophie’s turn to feed the baby pig. Sam Avner gets to feed and Gabe wait their turn. a baby pig.

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Sarah and Leah from the Gimel class love to do sticker art. Sheleigh and Lola put their hand Shalom Baby prints on a sheet to form Israel's flag. Are you pregnant or recently had a baby? Would you like to meet other Jewish caregivers and Shalom Madison their little ones ages 0­2?

Shalom Baby is designed to help Madison families (affiliated, ✓ Are you new to Madison? non­affiliated, and interfaith) ✓ Are you looking to get more involved in Madison’s celebrate the arrival of their amazing Jewish community? Jewish newborns and welcome them to the Madison Jewish ✓ Have you been here for years, but are looking for community through gift baskets, a new social circle or activity group? playgroups, music classes, and resource guides. Shalom Madison is for you! For more information about Tiz Goff, Community Outreach Coordinator, will help link joining a playgroup or class, or you to the Jewish Community through your interests and to receive a Shalom Baby gift basket, please contact Tiz Goff at availability. For more information please contact Tiz at [email protected] 773­620­4404 or email: [email protected] or call 773­620­4404. 24/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Jewish Education Chai Mitzvah – Connecting and Strengthening Bonds of Parents of the MJCDS and Beyond Ariel Hoffman and his family relocated tures a set curriculum but encourages in- not long ago from Detroit to Madison dependent growth and exploration. “Par- mostly because of the Madison Jewish ents will often ask me for Jewish learning Community Day School, where two of opportunities so they can be sure to keep their four children are students; a third will up with their children,” she says. enter in the fall. Because Ariel wanted to In turn, she “wanted to offer something get to know the other parents better and ex- that would increase the bonds among the pand his Jewish experience, he – along parents at school. Adults who choose a with his partner – last fall joined a new Jewish day school want to answer their national adult Jewish engagement program own needs as well as their children’s, and at the school called Chai Mitzvah. having a sense of community is para- As the program’s nine-month cycle of mount.” monthly meetings wraps up, Hoffman says Ultimately, Chai Mitzvah proved fruit- it has met all of his expectations. It has ful, even judging solely from what Ben In addition to being a parent of MJCDS students and being on the Jewish Federation deepened his Jewish knowledge, his fam- Gideon saw in the classroom. “When you of Madison's Family Education Committee, Ariel Hoffman was in the Future Directions ily’s religious practice and his community put a group of adults in a room together program. involvement. The family now recites who want to grow Jewishly, and they study Birkat Hamazon, a prayer of gratitude, text together and talk about how to trans- vah asks participants to “do Jewish.” They in Jewish practice and involvement in after every meal, while he has been in- mit values to their children, it leads to a practice tikkun olam by taking on social ac- pockets around the country. New rituals spired to join the Federation’s committee deeper level of connection than talking tion projects and they adopt a new Jewish that participants have adopted include on family education. His family also has about carpool logistics,” says the rabbi. Of ritual to enrich their Jewish lives.” Kabbalat Shabbat observances at home, hosted Shabbat dinners for other Chai course, being part of Chai Mitzvah speaks Founded in 2008, Chai Mitzvah has daily meditations, attending minyanim and Mitzvah families who have never experi- volumes to children about values, she adds. grown rapidly and now is up and running wearing a kittel on the high holy days. So- enced them, benefiting everyone in the “Parents are modeling something very through synagogues, schools and affinity cial action projects have ranged from process. powerful for their children with their ac- groups, in dozens of communities in North planting gardens with seniors, to volunteer- “I have gotten closer to the other par- tions – that you never stop learning and America, Israel, and most recently Costa ing at a dental clinic, distributing Meals on ents and, together, we are building commu- growing Jewishly.” Rica. The program’s popularity speaks to Wheels, and putting together Shabbat kits nity,” says Hoffman. “The kids get closer Unlike typical adult education pro- the needs of the Jewish community, for the homebound. when the parents get closer and we become grams, Chai Mitzvah extends beyond the Lichter says. “And it is affordable and ac- As for Ben Gideon, Chai Mitzvah was like an extended family.” classroom into the home and the commu- cessible,” she adds, noting the $18 cost for ideal for her needs. “The curriculum is put Hoffman’s experience is exactly what nity, emphasizes Audrey Lichter, the pro- each participant. together well and speaks to the varied lev- Rabbi Rebecca Ben Gideon, head of the gram’s co-founder and executive director. “Chai Mitzvah is meant to help indi- els of learning of our parents; I also was day school, sought to achieve when she de- “In addition to group study with a thought- viduals – with all levels of knowledge and able to customize it for our group’s needs.” cided to teach Chai Mitzvah, which fea- ful and provocative curriculum, Chai Mitz- practice – create their own Jewish mean- By design, that group ended up including ing and identity through shared Jewish parents of children who are not in her day learning and experience,” Lichter says. “In school. “We wanted to be of service to the the process, they and we create a deeper broader community and to be seen as a sense of community. At a time when the place of lifelong learning,” she says. Pew study tells us more Jews are feeling If you are interested in forming a Chai less Jewish, this is a program with real po- Mitzvah group in your congregation, tential to re-energize Jewish life.” school, board or among your friends, So far, Lichter says, Chai Mitzvah has please contact [email protected] or prompted creative and meaningful changes visit the website at www.chaimitzvah.org. Join the Mad Town Jewish Teen Volunteer Program!

Calling all Jewish high schoolers in for the camping trip. Madison! Shaarei Shamayim is organiz- Here are five reasons to do the pro- ing an awesome week for Jewish teens to gram: learn about issues affecting Madison in- 1) You can do something meaningful Madison Jewish Community Day School teacher Marla Becker reads one-on-one cluding the achievement gap, poverty, at the end of the summer. with a kindergartener. and homelessness. We will volunteer at 2) You can earn up to 20 volunteer a variety of organizations around town hours for school. including schools, community centers, 3) You can build your resume and The Amazing Brain and programs working for social change. show people you know what’s going on We’ll end with a camping trip over Shab- in your community. BY RABBI REBECCA BEN-GIDEON Marla and I – and later Judaics and He- bat at a nearby campground. 4) You can hang out with cool Jewish brew teacher Clara Lazimy when we The program is August 18-23, 2014, teens from around Madison. “Aren’t brains amazing?” Morah Marla shared this story with her – agreed that this with an orientation the day before. Vol- 5) You can contribute to your commu- Becker said to me this week as she taught teaching and its implications lie at the heart unteering will take place Monday nity and make a difference. math. Marla teaches secular studies at our of the MJCDS approach to education. through Friday, and the camping trip will The cost is $160, which is generously school, Madison Jewish Community Day There’s no other child in the world just be Friday evening through Saturday. (If subsidized by the Jewish Federation of School. And if there's one thing Marla like your child. We all have different styles you have any conflicts during the week, Madison Innovation Panel. loves, it’s the challenge of getting to know of learning and perspectives on experience. you may still be able to participate.) The The registration deadline has been ex- each child, how they learn and what meth- And that’s a challenge and a blessing to be program is staffed by Parthy Schachter, tended to June 13. To obtain more infor- ods of teaching them will work best. A mo- treasured for teachers and parents alike. Program Coordinator, and Naomi Segal. mation, including registration forms, ment before, she had found a way to teach They’ll be joined by Rabbi Laurie, Rabbi please contact Parthy Schachter at civil- one child a math concept, and was reflect- Curious Minds, Jewish Hearts Renee, and song leader, Aviv Kammay, [email protected]. ing on how amazing it is that each of our An elementary school serving families brains has its own way of learning. from all branches of Jewish life, MJCDS I laughed and asked her if she knew one students build both a love of learning and of my favorite teachings from the Mishnah a profound connection to Jewish life and on the topic of individual uniqueness. She heritage. A challenging and inspiring dual didn’t, so I shared the following: curriculum in general and Jewish studies The Mishnah teaches us that in our includes hands-on learning and daily in- 1314 Canal St., Hwy. 14 world, when a person mints a coin and struction in Hebrew language. Black Earth, WI 53515 presses the stamp into the metal, each coin MJCDS is now enrolling students K-5 Warner Park “Duck Pond” 608-767-3447 Hwy. 14 & 78 North 2920 N. Sherman Ave. comes out the same. But when God, like a for the 2014-15 academic year. Contact Baraboo Location: 608-356-1224 Mazomanie, WI 53560 [email protected] or Madison, WI 53704 608-767-5555 Divine coin minter, impresses each human 608-246-4277 being with the stamp of humanity, we all call 608-204-9900 for more information. Steve Schmitt, Owner come out different. mallardsbaseball.com theshoebox.com rookiesfood.com June 2014 Madison Jewish News/25 Jewish Education Reflections About Sharsheret – Linking Our Children Through Dance

BY ALISON MILLER teem and a common bond celebrating we make between people and communi- many of the kids did not know each other dance. ties. before the weekend began, but all left shar- This was Yonim’s 18th year of Sharsh- At the camp, electronics were put away, ing a special bond. I have just returned from a fascinating eret. The Sharsheret Dance Festival week- concerns about home or pressures at Yonim also linked other cultural dance weekend with over 30 Madison area end is composed of two parts: Sharsheret school were pushed aside, the focus and groups as well, including Okinawan Taiko dancers age 11-18. I would like to share Camp and Sharsheret Dance Festival. energy for the weekend was on creating Drummers, Living Stream Dance Troupe, with you the feelings I experienced as I The weekend started at Camp dance. My role as chaperone was surpris- Natyarana Dance Company, UW-School chaperoned the Sharsheret dance camp Beber/Perlman Retreat Center in Muk- ingly minimal, although with over 30 chil- of Bhangra, Banaat al Jazira, Schechter with the Yonim Israeli Folk Dance Troupe. wanago where dancers from 5-12th grade dren of all ages, I did not expect to take a Rakdanim, Temple Beth El, and Jewop, all I came expecting to help negotiate teen learn a new dance, culminating with a pub- back seat. The older kids were leaders and who also performed at Sharsheret Dance drama, motivate kids to focus, and assist lic performance, held this year at UW's assisted in teaching the younger kids some Festival. with daily hour to hour activities. But in- Music Hall. The camp is open to anyone of the challenging steps. They all sup- I will leave you with the words that stead I experienced a magical weekend full in addition to regular Yonim dancers, ported each other throughout the weekend. started the Sharsheret festival. “The Yonim of inspiration, teamwork and friendship. which is a great opportunity for kids who It was magical. The goal was to create a Israeli Dance Troupe is pleased to host Initially the dancers arrived for a weekend are not able to dance with Yonim through- dance piece and they all worked together today’s exciting festival with so many tal- of dance, but ultimately they left with links out the year. Sharsheret means “links” in to make it happen. They learned to trust ented groups. We’re celebrating peace and to new understandings, improved self es- Hebrew and symbolizes the connections each other and dance as one. This years the connections among us, and have great dance theme was Geshem, meaning rain in appreciation and respect for other cultures. Hebrew, water being the most vital re- Dance is a beautiful way to bring people source in the world, essential for all life. together and enjoy the beauty in the The kids linked together in multiple world.” ways through out the weekend. Although I believe dance can help to overcome the dancers come from a variety of differ- political and cultural differences. Yonim's ent schools, towns, and backgrounds, they Sharsheret Dance Festival is a step towards worked as a team with focus and intensity breaking down these barriers. I feel lucky for over 15 hours to learn a beautiful and to be a part of such a special community complex new dance piece that was debuted where we can all coexist together. that same weekend. The dancing con- nected over 30 different personalities to- gether. Links of friendship were born: Photos by Jeff Weyer

Yonim's youngest dancers have fun being paraparim (butterflies).

Exciting new dance by Yonim's younger two groups. Fantastic dance by the Temple Beth El dancers.

A vibrant hora by Yonim.

Yonim's oldest dancers perform a beautiful dance about spirit.

The Sharsheret Camp dancers perform Ketzev Shel Geshem: they played in rain drops, splashed in puddles, and felt the rhythm of the rain.

The middle school Yonim dancers were an audience favorite.

The talented Jewop A Cappella group. The finale included all of the dance groups accompanied by Jewop. 26/Madison Jewish News June 2014 Harry J. and Belle Goodman, parents of Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Lechayim Lights A Beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Madison A Senior Adult Program of Jewish Social Services Scenes from Lechayim Ruth Conniff Photos by Louise Goldstein

Shaliach Mickey Aziz-Komar

Linda Boger, Mary Jane Gavin, Mary Jo Ball, Corine Cohn, and Rita Kades

Sam Jacobs and Henry Sapoznik UW Pharmacy School students

Listening to Ruth Conniff. Janice Oltman, Fay Nager, and Susan Eichhorn Seders at Oakwood and Capitol Lakes Conversation at Capitol Lakes Seder. Sara Karon led the Oakwood Seder.

Volunteers at Capitol Lakes. Oakwood Seder guests. Shabbat at Capitol Lakes

UW Students Jen Abplanalp and Alanna Koritzinsky. Singing at Shabbat. June 2014 Madison Jewish News/27 Lechayim Lights Spotlight: Mary Jo Ball Beware of “Government

BY PAMELA PHILLIPS OLSON great financial security, but the Grant” Scams mystery of his history can never be Mary Jo comes all the way from solved. “I believe he was Jewish From the Wisconsin Bureau of • Phone numbers can deceive: Sun Prairie to Lechayim with two and wish I knew more about him.” Consumer Protection, “Consumer the call can be from anywhere in friends. They enjoy the food, the “My maternal grandmother be- Facts” the world, even if the caller ID cultural programs and the company. came a great influence on me and Advertisements or phone calls makes it look like it’s from Wash- The mystery of Mary Jo’s family my three siblings. She knitted, telling you about “free grants” ington, D.C. heritage has always perplexed her. cooked, quilted and taught me these from a government agency are not This is what she knows: her pa- skills. My mother, who was legitimate. You’re told that your To reduce the number of tele- ternal grandparents were born in French-Irish, went to college part- application is “guaranteed to be marketing calls you receive, put Jerusalem. They had ten children. time for years and finally became a accepted, and you will never have your phone numbers on the Wis- They traveled to teacher. She then to pay the money back.” You’ll be consin No Call List. To do so, call Poland. They spoke taught for 44 years, asked for your checking account 1-866-966-2255 or visit NoCall. Russian. During the progressing from a information so they can “deposit Wisconsin.gov. Holocaust they trav- one-room school to your grant directly into your ac- eled by boat to Amer- high school. She count,” or cover a one-time “pro- ica and eventually eventually earned a cessing fee.” Following some landed in Huron, Masters from UW- basic rules can help you avoid be- Wisconsin. The fam- Eau Claire. She loved coming a victim of a scam such as ily name was reading, making this: Add Something Special Hodowanic. metal jewelry, gar- • Do not give out your bank to your Life: Her father worked dening, and cook- account information to anyone day and night. He ing.” you do not know. Volunteer for owned land outside of After a year of col- • Do not pay any money for a Cornell, Wisconsin, Mary Jo Ball lege, Mary Jo began “free” government grant. Jewish Social “acres of woods, (Photo by Pamela Phillips Olson) her career as a med- • Look-alikes are not the real Services! fields of wheat and ical transcriptionist. thing: there is no such thing as a corn, and a saw mill.” There he After twenty-five years at the UW ‘Federal Grants Administration’. Volunteer application are available built the family home. Every board Hospital, she re-trained to become Check to see if the agency is listed at jssmadison.org or contact Louise was honed from their own trees. He a CNA in the kidney transplant in the government office pages of Goldstein at 608-278-1808 or also had fifty milking cows and unit: “The dictaphones wore out my your telephone directory, or on- [email protected]. worked nights at a paper mill. ears. I needed a change!” When she line. “My father was possessed by in- retired from nursing, she became a credible responsibility to provide cook, working in a variety of ven- for his family. When I was nine, he ues including Oakwood Village, from finished our home. We had a huge where she took care of special di- housewarming with dancing. My etary needs. Jewish Social mother played accordion and father Her son Boyice Williams in Min- the concertina.” nesota and daughter Hattie Jo Services! Despite his accomplishments, her Williams in Madison carry on the Do you know a senior who is new to Madison, or are you yourself a father always seemed tormented family legacy of valuing hard work, newcomer? JSS volunteers will visit and bring you a gift bag with and distant. He died by committing education, and the arts. information about programs for seniors and JSS’ services, treats and suicide soon after the house was We are glad that she and her a few surprises. Just contact us at 608-278-1808, ext. 227. completed. Many friends attended friends have become Lechayim Our thanks to Maurie’s Fine Chocolates and his funeral. He left his family with regulars! Bagels Forever for their donations to this program.

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Mazel Tov To Nena Dyhr, on the Bar Mitzvah of her grandson, Sam Miller Need an “Oddjobber”? Do you need an “oddjobber” to do a few small but necessary To Janice Oltman, on the wedding of her grandson Aaron Fink to Justine Menter, in Marina del Rey, California chores for you? Jewish Social Services volunteers can be sent to take care of some of those little but important things around your house or apartment. To Best Wishes for your Wellness request an OddJobber, Milt Leidner contact Louise Goldstein Clara Sweet at 608-278-1808, ext Saretta Burke 227 or louise@jssmadi- son.org. Bon Voyage, Welcome Back If it’s something we can Estelle Katz, Bolivia help you with, we’ll have Mike Pressman, Peru Nena Dyhr, Israel a volunteer OddJobber contact you. 28/Madison Jewish News June 2014 and Israel the World From the Mid-east to the Mid-west: Feeling Proud While No One Around Knows Why

BY RACHELI AND MICKEY AZIZ-KOMAR eyes, the tears, the death around us and brother was getting married. Nava, his Community Shlichim/Israel Program Specialists good because we owe it to them, to our- fiancé, and her father David Appelbaum selves and to our nation. Every Israeli were murdered the night before the wed- To all of you, the second week of May people who would also understand and feels differently on Israel Remembrance ding. They say she was holy, she had just was just another week but to me, it was cherish the importance of this day, Yom Day. A country that’s in a war already for returned from the Mikve (a custom of my most meaningful week this year! You Ha’Atzmaut. Sixty-six years ago the state 66 years has a lot of difficult memories dipping in pure water before the wed- ask why? It’s just a random week of the of Israel was established, a big reason to and experiences, I’d like to share one of ding). David grew up just next to us in year, isn’t it? This week that is so impor- celebrate! Before we could begin our cel- mine. Chicago, moved to Israel and became tant to me was a new experience, one that ebration, we gathered together to remem- As I started high school the second in- chief of the emergency room and trauma led to mixed feelings in my heart. I woke ber as we do each year, remember what tifada started. Walking around Jerusalem services at Jerusalem’s Shaare Zedek up on a day that would normally be dif- we try sometimes try to forget. Members everyday with the fear of maybe today a Medical Center! I will not forget that ferent, there were no flags hanging up in of the Israeli and Jewish community bomb will go off, or making frantic calls day! Everything was perfect then in a the windows, no special songs in the gathered together on Yom HaZikaron to to loved ones to make sure they were snap of the moment it all went black. radio, no people dressed with blue jeans remember our beloved ones, soldiers and okay after hearing the news of what was That night I sat with the family waiting and white shirts. Just a random regular civilians who lost their lives in the wars. happening across our beloved nation. On to hear if Nava had survived the bomb- day. It made me lonely for the commu- It was a bittersweet time for us all. Hard September 10, 2003 my best friend’s (Continued on page 29) nity I hold so dear in my heart, full of to go back and remember the fear in the Maccabi Tel Aviv Upsets its Way to Euroleague Basketball Crown ROME (JTA) — Maccabi Tel Aviv Milan in the title game. Tyrese Rice led to Italy for the game — some estimates color the streets of Milan.” upset favored Real Madrid to win the the Israeli club with 26 points, including said at least 10,000. Many of the Mac- Maccabi had reached the finals with an- Euroleague basketball championship. 14 in overtime. The game was tied at 73 cabi fans dressed in the team’s yellow other upset victory, over CSKA Moscow, Maccabi defeated the Spanish squad, following regulation. and waved yellow-and-blue banners and in the semifinals on Friday. The Israeli club 98-86, in overtime on Sunday night in A huge contingent of Israelis traveled the team’s flag, a yellow-and-blue ver- rallied from a 15-point deficit to win. sion of the Israeli flag, with the star of President Shimon Peres phoned Coach David in the center. David Blatt after the finals victory to con- Manuel Berti on the Italian Bas- gratulate him — and said the dramatic ketinside blog called the victory a “master- game had almost given him a heart attack, piece” that was “incredible, crazy, surreal.” The Jerusalem Post reported. He added, “It is the triumph of an entire It was the sixth Euroleague title for people, who arrived en masse to fill and Maccabi Tel Aviv and its first since 2005.

Passover in Ukraine. Maccabi Tel Aviv fans cheer for the champions! This year, thanks to you, Jews of all klezmer band in Kharkov ... to a Sim- ages across Ukraine are celebrating feropol Seder at the city’s “Old Passover in spite of escalating chal- Crimea” restaurant ... to a holiday lenges. camp for families held in the outskirts JCC Maccabi Games Coming To help make this a reality, JDC of Kiev, JDC is ensuring that Passover provided nearly 53,000 boxes of in Ukraine and beyond is as vibrant, matzah and coordi- robust, and mean- to Milwaukee August 2015! nated scores of ingful as ever. community Seders At this uncertain The JCC Maccabi Games® is the throughout the time, celebrations largest Jewish youth event in the country — at Jew- of Jewish culture world. From August 2-7, 2015, the ish Community and tradition perse- Milwaukee community will wel- Centers, at “Warm Home” gatherings vere. JDC is committed to caring for come over 1,000 visiting Jewish of elderly Jews, in large cities, in Ukraine’s most vulnerable Jews, fos- teens from across the globe and in- towns and villages. tering a continuing connection to yid- volve all of Greater Milwaukee, in- And just as they have been for dishkeit, and providing for needs both cluding 500 host families, 1,000 more than two decades, some of these tangible and spiritual. volunteers and 200 local teen ath- Seders were led by a cadre of young letes. volunteers, who remind even the most The Joint Distribution Center For more information, visit isolated that we are all one big family. (JDC) is funded in part by the Jewish www.milwaukeemaccabi.org or email From a spirited Seder featuring a Federation of Madison. Racheli at [email protected]. June 2014 Madison Jewish News/29 Israel and the World

Here are some highlights of Israel • We had an adult Yom Ha’atzmaut Continued from page 28 Independence Day activities: party with the American-Israeli comedian Shlichim • We started with a Yom Hazikaron Benji Lovitt, who made fun of Israelis, ing. They came back at 2:00 a.m. from country in the world achieved as much as (Israel Remembrance Day) sing-along at Americans and the Middle East! Had an the hospital with long faces. The day after Israel in 66 years?! We are a start-up Clara and Rafi Lazimy’s house – we sang Israeli style BBQ and also made self- the funeral I had the responsibility of nation and any Jew in the world can feel Israeli songs and shared some of our per- portraits inspired by Chanoch Piven, It staying home to answer the phone and its part of his world. It’s a country Jews sonal memories and experiences. was a great evening, thank you for all of tell people the horrible news about the should feel they can call home, they can • We celebrated Yom Yisrael at Tem- our friends for coming out and joining us bride and the wedding that would not escape to Israel if they would need, and ple Beth El Sunday school, during which in celebrating Israel’s 66th birthday! occur. Can you imagine? Me, a 16-year- such things have happened throughout I gave a lecture to the parents about edu- • Mickey shared his family’s story and old bearing the burden of giving that the history of Israel. We criticize Israel cation in Israel vs. U.S.A. the story of the Mashadi Jews in Persia news to so many people. for many things, Israel is not perfect but • Beth Israel Center’s Talmud Torah with Lechayim. We all have stories, that was just one Israel is trying! and Shaarei Shamayim’s Bet Sefer made • The Chug Ivrit kids created their of mine. This is why it is so important for their own portraits and portraits of their own Israel country and learned about dif- us to take time to remember! I want to thank the Jewish Federation families inspired by the artist Chanoch ferences about Israel and the U.S.A. And, 24 hours later we have to turn of Madison for giving us the opportunity Piven. Chanoch Piven is an Israeli mixed • At Gan HaYeled we took a trip to this awful pain in to this amazing won- to share our Israel with the community media artist best known for his celebrity Israel with a parachute, learning about derful feeling of pride! How do we do it?! that week. To the Lazimy family for host- caricatures and portraits made from com- different cities and sites. How do we transfer in one evening from ing Yom Hazikaron remembrance sing mon objects and scraps of materials, in- That is all for today, once again we this huge solidarity with the victims’ fam- along, to Ellen Weismer, Ruchama cluding items which might be associated want to thank the Madison Jewish com- ilies to this celebration of pride of estab- Lasser, Rebecca Schwab, Shlomi and with the subject. Thank you to Gan munity for celebrating with us and help- lishment of a Jewish state?! We just do! Leana Laufer for the help with Yom HaYeled and Madison Jewish Commu- ing us feel at home. That is part of what it means to be Israeli. Ha’atzmaut celebration and to all of the nity Day School children, who made With all the difficulty in Israel and all community members who brought the art beautiful flags and pictures that decorated Racheli and Mickey the conflicts within and outside Israel – supplies for the Chanoch Piven’s art our Yom Ha’atzmaut party hall. –Making Israel Yours– Israel should get to celebrate! What other workshops! Yom Ha’atzmaut: Israeli Independence Day

Madison Jewish Community Day School

Chug Ivrit

Gan HaYeled touring Israel Adult Party Time

Yom Hazikaron: Israeli Remembrance Day

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