March 2016 Adar, 5776

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Jewish Federation Upcoming Events ...... 5 Get Ready for Camp! ...... 14-15 Jewish Education ...... 20-21 Simchas & Condolences ...... 6 Business, Professional & Service Directory ...... 17 Lechayim Lights ...... 23-25 Congregation News ...... 8-9 Jewish Social Services...... 18-19 Israel & The World ...... 26-27 Camp Shalom Scholarships Annual Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities Last summer, Camp Shalom was able We expect that scholarship needs will month of your choice. The MJN is the holds to award $104,000 in scholarships to 180 be greater for the summer of 2016. Please monthly newspaper of the Madison Jewish • Logo / Company Name on banner at campers so they could attend camp. With- help us ensure that, for our 62nd summer Community and has a circulation of ~ Goodman Aquatic Center (for those spon- out exception, families tell us how grateful in a row, we do not have to turn away a 2400 households ($544 value) sorships received before 5/2/16) they are and how much their children love camper because of his or her family’s abil- • Logo / Company Name on all Camp • A complimentary family pass for the Camp Shalom, an experience the children ity to pay. Shalom direct mail / email 5,500 square-foot Goodman Aquatic Cen- would not have without scholarship sup- Few youth-serving programs in Dane • Logo / Company Name on weekly ter pool for the 2016 summer season (val- port. County are six decades old. It has taken the “Sunny Times” newsletter to parents and ued at $310) Since 1954, Camp Shalom has been involvement of many to accomplish what families with a circulation of 950 house- (Continued on page 3) providing children with an outdoor day we have. Please help us spread the word camp experience in a safe, fun and nurtur- and consider the Camp Shalom Corporate ing environment. The 154 acres of natu- Sponsorship Scholarship Program for your rally wooded land at the Irwin A. and business. Thank you! Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community As a Camp Shalom Scholarships An- Next Jewish Business and Campus in Verona provides a wonderful nual Corporate Sponsor, you will receive setting for a variety of programs including the following benefits and recognition: Professionals Roundtable swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and Director’s Circle $10,000+ (15+ other confidence and skill building activi- Campers’ Tuition) ties. We expect to serve about 1,000 chil- • Logo on the Camp Shalom web page Features Paul Jadin dren this summer representing various of the JewishMadison.org website Join us for a conversation with impact you, your company, our religions, ethnicities and levels of physical • Half Page advertisement in the Madi- Paul Jadin, the President of community or Wisconsin today. and mental ability. son Jewish News (MJN) during the 2016 MadREP, Madison Region Eco- This is what I needed to learn nomic Partnership, and learn about about Paul’s work… It is the diffi- the important work this organiza- cult work of future planning that tion is doing to improve our com- will be impactful in 10+plus years munity’s economic development. down the road. It is this mature, Date: Wednesday, March 16 thoughtful, long term strategy that Time: 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. will continue to make our commu- Lunch will be served followed nity shine even brighter as a place by a conversation with Mr. Jadin to live and work for the future.” and Professor Jon Eckhardt. Eric Schwartz, Chairman & CEO, Place: Nakoma Country Club SARA Investment Real Estate Register for this event at: www.JewishMadison.org or by Lunch will be served at 12 p.m. emailing LKaplan@jewishmadi- followed by a discussion with Mr. son.org Jadin facilitated by Professor Jon Eckhardt of the University of Wis- Paul Jadin joined MadREP as consin School of Business. The President in November 2012. Prior cost of the event is $25. Please to that, Paul served as both the register by going online to Secretary of Commerce and Secre- www.JewishMadison.org or by tary/CEO of the new Wisconsin emailing Lynn Kaplan at LKa- Economic Development Corpora- [email protected]. tion since January 2011. He was Escape from your Wednesday charged with transitioning from a at work by meeting up with fellow state agency that had responsibility professionals for lunch and lively

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254 campers and their families Friendship Circle $2600-$4999 (4-7 • Use of the Irwin A. and Robert D. Campers’ Tuition) Goodman Jewish Community Campus • Logo on the Camp Shalom web page Camp Shalom Scholarships and/or Goodman House (not including the of the JewishMadison.org website Goodman Aquatic Center) for corporate • 1/8 Page advertisement in the Madi- Annual Corporate Sponsor Form gathering (one time use during 2016) son Jewish News (MJN) during the 2016 Yes! I/We would like to be a Camp Shalom Scholarships Annual Corporate • Recognition in the MJN for sponsor- month of your choice. The MJN is the Sponsor in 2016. ship monthly newspaper of the Madison Jewish Community and has a circulation of ~ Please check the desired sponsorship level: Shalom Circle $5000-$9999 (7-15 2400 households ($205 value) ❑ (15 Campers’ Tuition) Campers’ Tuition) • Logo / Company Name on all Camp Director’s Circle – $10,000+ • Logo on the Camp Shalom webpage Shalom direct mail / email ❑ Shalom Circle – $5,000-$9,999 (7-15 Campers’ Tuition) of the JewishMadison.org website • Logo / Company Name on weekly ❑ Friendship Circle – $2,600-$4,999 (4-7 Campers’ Tuition) • Quarter Page advertisement in the “Sunny Times” newsletter to parents and ❑ Camper’s Circle – $744-$2,599 (1-3 Campers’ Tuition) Madison Jewish News (MJN) during the families with a circulation of 950 house- 2016 month of your choice. The MJN is holds the monthly newspaper of the Madison • Logo / Company Name on banner at Company Name Jewish Community and has a circulation Goodman Aquatic Center (for those spon- (for recognition purposes) of ~ 2400 households ($320 value) sorships received before 5/2/16) Amount of donation $ • Logo / Company Name on all Camp • 10 individual guest passes to Good- for sponsorship Shalom direct mail / email man Campus Pool for the summer of 2016 • Logo / Company Name on weekly (valued at $50) Contact Person “Sunny Times” newsletter to parents and • Recognition in the MJN for sponsor- families with a circulation of 950 house- ship Email holds • Logo / Company Name on banner at Camper’s Circle: $744-$2599 (1-3 Phone Number Goodman Aquatic Center (for those spon- Campers’ Tuition) sorships received before 5/2/16) • Recognition on the JewishMadison. Address • 20 individual guest passes or a com- org website on the Camp Shalom webpage plimentary adult or youth pass for the • Logo / Company Name on all Camp 5,500 square-foot Goodman Aquatic Cen- Shalom direct mail / email ter pool for the 2016 summer season (val- • Logo / Company Name on weekly Please return this form to: ued at $100) “Sunny Times” newsletter to parents and Jewish Federation of Madison/Camp Shalom • Formal Recognition at all three Camp families with a circulation of 950 house- 6434 Enterprise Lane, Madison, WI 53719 Shalom Late-Night sessions attended by holds 254 campers and their families • Recognition in the MJN for sponsor- Thank you for supporting the Camp Shalom Scholarship Fund! • Recognition in the MJN for sponsor- ship JewishMadison.org PLATINUM SPONSOR

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Mound Street learning? weeks as both houses prepare to offi- Exemptions for Religious Ceme- Would you like to have a constructive, Join us for a unique dialogue moder- cially adjourn for the 2015-16 legisla- teries: WJC worked with our interfaith respectful conversation with other Jewish ated by Harry Webne-Behrman, a profes- tive session. The Assembly held its partners, including the Wisconsin community members whose views about sional mediator. Our theme for this final floor session in late February and Catholic Conference and the Wisconsin month is “Is there a Partner for Peace?” the Senate plans to conclude its work Council of Churches, to amend a bill Registration is required and space is during the first half of March. that would have removed a provision Notice limited. To sign up or learn more please Every piece of legislation that had from current law that exempts religious not been passed by both houses of the Please note the new deadline for sub- e-mail: [email protected]. cemeteries from platting requirements. missions to the Madison Jewish News. Save the date for future dialogues: Legislature before they officially ad- The Senate voted to adopt the amend- Copy deadline is at noon on the 12th May 12, September 14, and November journ for the session will be considered ment authored by Senator Devin of each month for the following 16. “dead” and need to be re-introduced LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) on February 9, month’s issue. If the 12th falls on a Sat- This program is generously funded by during the 2017-18 session, which be- but the Assembly was scheduled a vote urday or Sunday, copy must be re- an Innovation Grant from the Jewish gins in January 2017. on the bill on February 18, after our ceived by noon the preceding Friday. If Federation of Madison and co-sponsored Once lawmakers leave the capitol, publication deadline. the 12th is on a holiday when the Fed- by Congregation Shaarei Shamayim, they will hit the campaign trail for the Electronic Voter Registration: Sen- eration is closed, copy must be received Temple Beth El, Beth Israel Center, 2016 election. Every member of the ator Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) au- by noon the preceding weekday. Jewish Federation, and UW Hillel. State Assembly is up for re-election in thored Senate Bill 295, which would 2016 as well as State Senators from allow voters to register to vote online. even-numbered districts. On the federal SB 295 requires the Government Ac- Kesher Israel Film Series level, there is, of course, the presiden- countability Board to create a website Save the Date for our Upcoming Films: tial race as well as a U.S. Senate and for the purposes of online registration. congressional races. Wisconsin’s pres- Voters who register to vote online Dancing in Jaffa...... Wednesday, March 16 idential primary will be held on April 5, would not need to provide proof of res- Broken Wings ...... Wednesday, April 13 2016, and photo IDs will be required to idence prior to voting if the GAB is able vote. to verify their information using the De- James' Journey ...... Wednesday, May 18 WJC has closely monitored several partment of Transportation’s database. pieces of legislation during the 2015-16 The bill also makes a number of other legislative session. This includes: changes to election law, including delet- Employment Leave for Organ ing Special Registration Deputies. Cur- Donation: WJC signed on to support rently, municipal clerks are allowed to legislation authored by Senator Alberta appoint individuals to serve as Special Darling (R-River Hills) and Represen- Registration Deputies to help register tative Cory Mason (D-Racine) that voters either prior to or during Election would allow Wisconsin workers to take Day. This bill would undo that process. up to 6 weeks off of work to serve as a The Senate passed SB 295 on a party- bone marrow or organ donor. The way line vote of 19-13 on February 9, and the legislation is drafted, someone the Assembly adopted in on February could take leave to serve as a donor for 16 with an amendment related to federal a friend or even a stranger, the bill does campaign contributions. The bill must not require the donor to be related to the now go back to the Senate for concur- recipient. Assembly Bill 752/Senate rence before it can be signed into law.

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Kosher Soul with Michael Twitty Wednesday, April 13. 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Join Family Education and Midrasha for this incredible historical/culinary opportunity! Michael W. Twitty is a recognized culinary historian, community scholar, and living history interpreter focusing on historic African American food and folk culture as well as a seasoned Jewish educator of over a decade with a specific in- terest in Jewish folk culture and its links to food. He is webmaster of www.afroculinaria.com, the first website/blog devoted to the preservation of historic African American foods and foodways as well as a record Camp Shalom Registration Begins! of his own journey as an African American Jew in creating his own culinary tradi- Monday, March 7 tions. Michael Twitty has conducted classes and workshops, written curricula and ed- Register online at www.jewishmadison.org ucational programs, and has given lectures and performed cooking demonstrations for over 200 organizations. He is currently working on a book based on his Cooking Camp Shalom and Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim Dates Gene project exploring the link between culinary history, family history and Session 1: Monday, June 20-July 8th (No camp on Monday, July 4) genetics. Session 2: Tuesday, July 12th-July 29th Session 3 (Camp Shalom K-5 ONLY): Tuesday, August 1st-August 12th Interactive Hands-On Cooking Event for Adults with Michael Twitty Special Events and Programs: Thursday, April 14 Friday, June 24th: Session 1 Visitor’s Lunch (CAMP SHALOM ONLY) Wednesday, July 6th: Session 1 Latenight/Overnight Program More details coming! Friday, July 15th: Session 2 Visitor’s Lunch (CAMP SHALOM ONLY) Wednesday, July 27th: Session 2 Latenight/Overnight Program Friday, August 5th: Session 3 Visitor’s Lunch (CAMP SHALOM ONLY) Wednesday, August 10th: Session 3 Latenight program (NO OVERNIGHT) Gan HaYeled Fundraiser at Panera Bread Tuesday, April 19 4:00-8:00 p.m. Hamantashen Baking Workshop When you dine with Panera Bread on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, they’ll donate a Sunday, March 13 portion of the proceeds from your purchase to Gan HaYeled Preschool. It’s a hand- 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. crafted, delicious meal, all for a great cause! Please go to: http://www.jewishmadi- Temple Beth El son.org/jewish-federation-of-madison-calendar/gan-hayeled-fundraiser-at-panera-b 2702 Arbor Drive, Madison read-jfm to download the flyer and bring it with you.

Join us for an afternoon of baking, filling, folding, and fun at our annual Community Yom Hashoah Service and Program Hamantashen Baking Workshop! Wednesday, May 4 Come for the whole time or just drop by. There will be a dough-making tutorial 7:30 p.m. at 3:00 pm and the rest of the time will be spent filling, folding, baking and pack- Temple Beth El aging. Learn to bake Hamantashen. Help fill them, fold them, and bake them to be Join us for a sold at the community Purim carnival on Sunday, March 20th at Beth Israel Center. community service No experience necessary, fun for all ages! and special Brought to you by the Jewish Federation of Madison’s Family Education Com- program. mittee.

Community Purim Carnival Sunday, March 20, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Temple Beth El, 2707 Arbor Drive, Madison

Purim Around The World Hop on board and join us for a carnival unlike any other. Travel the world with the Madison Jewish Community on Sunday, March 20, at Temple Beth El. • 9:30 am - Doors Open • 9:45 am - Purim Sing-Along Shpiel • 10:00 am - Carnival Booths Open Community Yom Ha’Atzmaut Admission = $7 for kids 3-12 years old; 2 and under is free. Max. $25/ family. Sunday, May 15 Snacks and Hamantashen will be available to purchase. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. See the back page ad for more information. Volunteers will be needed! Save the date! More details to come!

6434 Enterprise Lane, Madison, WI 53719 • 608-278-1808 • [email protected] • JewishMadison.org 6/Madison Jewish News March 2016 Yiddish Conversation Group, Der Shmues In 1916, Wisconsin native (and UW– monthly informal Yiddish conversational logical outgrowth of his studies in German literacy. Madison Class of ‘01 alumnus) Louis event. and German-American linguistics. His in- On April 14-15, the Mayrent Institute Bernard Wolfenson taught the first known Not a class, but a lively and easygoing terest in Yiddish came about while at the will once again host World Records, its class on Yiddish at an American university. event for people of different backgrounds University of Texas at Austin where he two-day conference/concert on historic In honor of this historic moment in the and abilities to come together and revel in studied with Itzik Gottesman, professor of sound recordings. As always, amidst pre- history of Yiddish culture, we are introduc- the sound of the vibrant language of the Yiddish and former editor at the Jewish sentations on all manner of world music ing a planned monthly informal shmues 1,000-year-old Ashkenazic civilization. Daily Forverts. and cross-cultural traditions, we will be (informal conversation) to our regular Led by Max Kade Institute for Ger- Henry Sapoznik came from a Yiddish hosting a Yiddish music component by lineup of all things Yiddish. man-American Studies director and Ger- speaking home where his parents, who world famous instrumentalists Cookie As part of the Mayrent Institute for Yid- man professor Mark Louden and Mayrent were Holocaust survivors from the city of Segelstein and Josh Horowitz featuring se- dish Culture’s celebration of a century of Institute founding director Henry Rovne in Volhynia gubernia, kept the lan- lections from their new recording of rural Yiddish at UW–Madison, we reintroduce Sapoznik, the class will veer across all guage and culture alive on a daily basis. Polish-Yiddish music, Poyln. the sound of mame loshn (the mother manner of topics to allow the greatest ease He attended United Lubavitcher Yeshiva And on May 2 as part of the Performing tongue) on our campus. On Monday, and entry for all attendees. and Yeshiva Rabbi Chaim Berlin as a the Jewish Archives event, Mayrent Insti- March 7, at 7:00 p.m. we will begin a Mark Louden came to his Yiddish as a child, eventually becoming one of the tute director Henry Sapoznik will give a major architects for the revival of Yiddish lecture on the newly-acquired Lambert klezmer music in the 1970s. He is also cylinders, the earliest known Yiddish known for his 2002 Peabody award-win- sound recordings from circa 1901. ning National Public Radio series on Yid- The inaugural shmues will be held in dish radio. He came to UW–Madison as the historic University Club on Library the founding director of the Mayrent Insti- Mall, 803 State Street at 7:00 p.m. The tute for Yiddish culture in 2011. event is free and open to the public. The Institute has scheduled a number For additional information about all our of exciting and important events over the public programming and about our ongo- The Laurence A. Weinstein Distinguished Graduate Fellowship next few months to coincide with our his- ing plans for A Century of Yiddish, please in Education and Jewish Studies toric pioneering place in establishing Yid- og to our website at http://mayrent dish as a quotidian part of university institute.wisc. edu/ The Fellowship: The Laurence A. Weinstein Distinguished Graduate Fellow- ship in Education and Jewish Studies is designed to support the work of excep- tional graduate students working in the area of “Education and Jewish Studies,” broadly conceived. This Fellowship, awarded at regular intervals through the Simchas & Condolences generous gift of Frances Weinstein, affords the successful candidate a package Mazel Tov on the birth of: that includes an academic stipend and tuition worth a total of approximately $37,000 for the academic year. Julia, daughter of Jonathan and Heidi Heller

Eligibility: The Fellowship is aimed at students whose work is concerned with Condolences to the families of: the role that education has played in Jewish civilization and/or with questions pertaining to education in Jewish Studies. Ideally, this interest will be reflected Gerald Borsuk, husband of Lorraine Borsuk in some combination of prior work experience, courses taken, dissertation work, and/or professional plans. The holder of this Fellowship will pursue full-time Matt Fields, brother of Leslie Fields (Jeff Lindholm) graduate study in a recognized UW masters or doctoral program, and will contribute to the intellectual life of the Center for Jewish Studies and the Uni- Monroe Glazer, father of Sherry (Paul) Minkus, grandfather of Michelle Minkus versity of Wisconsin. Students work with professors in both Jewish Studies and (Michael Heifetz), great-grandfather of Lilah and Shira Education and take courses in both areas. In the event that an appropriate candidate in the area of Education and Jew- Judy Kravat, wife of Jeffrey Kravat, mother of Jennifer Kravat (Jen McNeil), and ish Studies cannot be found, the Fellowship may be given to a graduate student Stephanie (Duste) Pyke, and grandmother of Matt Connery whose work is seriously concerned with the more general area of Jewish Stud- ies. Incoming graduate students as well as continuing students are invited to Shirley Pittleman, grandmother of Gwen (Dan) Jacobsohn and great-grand- apply for the fellowship. mother of Max and Theo Jacobsohn

Application Procedure: Interested students should submit the following by Priscilla “Perky” Ehrlich, grandmother of Brian (Stephanie) Kirlin 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2016: 1. Academic transcripts of prior academic work at undergraduate, and, if applicable, graduate levels T-SHIRTS • CAPS • MUGS• SWEATSHIRTS • JACKETS • EMBROIDERY 2. Three letters of recommendation that speak to your academic abilities and qualifications. Ideally, one or more of these letters will speak to your back- Mention that you are a ground and interests in (as well as your aptitude for) work in the area of Edu- MJN reader and receive cation and Jewish Studies, or Jewish Studies, or Education 3. A personal statement of 2–3 pages that addresses your interests, aca- 10% OFF your order! demic background, and future plans—academic and/or professional—in the Newly opened retail and outlet store: area of Jewish Studies and Education. $2 OFF for a pound

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We often talk about how hard it is to everyone on a fun and interactive journey celebrate Tu B’shvat in the middle of win- through a Tu B’shvat Seder. He created a ter when the ground is covered in snow Haggadah specific for the event and and there are no fresh fruits growing. everyone learned something new during However, things were different this year the course of the service! for the 45 attendees at the Tu B’shvat After the Seder, everyone enjoyed a Seders and Slides. buffet dinner and splashed around in Upon arrival, the participants were Crawdaddy Cove, the appropriately tree- greeted with several opening activities in- themed waterpark at the Holiday Inn. The cluding; building with wooden blocks, waterpark was decorated with colorful coloring pictures of Tu B’shvat foods, and sheets of paper that included facts about planting grass seeds into a nylon that Israel and Tu B’shvat so the fun and learn- would later be turned into a “grasshead” ing could continue throughout the night. figure. The tables were set with dried Thanks to Daniel and the Family fruits, nuts and other Tu B’shvat goodies. Education committee for sponsoring this Daniel Gill, our community Shaliach, led event!

The Jewish Federation of Madison expresses its appreciation to these individuals who recently made a tribute donation to honor someone or celebrate a special occasion DESIGN / PRINT / SIGNS Graphic Design In memory of Monroe Glazer Bindery & Finishing James, Hannah and Jake Stein Promotional Products Dee and Ken Stein Direct Mailing Services Steve Morrison and Goldie Kadushin Full-Color Digital Printing Large Format Banners & Signs In memory of Aaron Gellman Copies, Faxes and much more! James Stein Marc, Sam, Ben Shovers and Jan Loeb 1112 S. Park Street • Madison, WI 53715 • PH: 608.255.3922 • FX: 608.255.6926 In memory of Sandra Bart Dee and Ken Stein

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1848 WALDORF BLVD. | MADISON | 497-1392 WWW.SONDELFAMILYVETERINARYCLINIC.COM 8/Madison Jewish News March 2016 Congregation News Temple Beth El • Congregation Shaarei Shamayim • Beth Israel Center Congregation Shaarei Shamayim Shaarei Shamayim, Madison’s Jewish Shabbat Morning with Dance – Cheer – Jeer – Reconstructionist and Renewal congre- Madison’s Shaliach (Israel and Make Merry: Purim gation, welcomes new and prospective members, as well as visitors, to partici- fellow), Daniel Gill for all Ages Saturday, March 12 Wednesday, March 23 pate in our services, discussions, classes, Location: First Unitarian Society Location: First Unitarian Society and celebrations. For more information 900 University Bay Drive 900 University Bay Drive or to learn about events, please visit our (Gaebler Living Room) (Landmark Auditorium) website at www.shamayim.org, email us We will gather at 9:30 a.m. for Torah Put on your dancing shoes and get at [email protected], or call 608- study led by Daniel, followed by a Shab- ready to jeer at Haman and cheer for 257-2944. bat service at 10:30 a.m. During the serv- Queen Esther! Free pizza dinner at 5:30 ice Daniel will give the dvar Torah -- p.m. followed at 6:15 p.m. by a service Hamantaschen Baking and “Seeing Torah, Peoplehood, and Com- led by Rabbi Laurie and Aviv Kammay, Shabbat Evening Potluck munity through the Eyes of an Israeli.” an adult-oriented community-led Friday, March 4 Kiddush at 12:30 p.m. megillah reading and pantomime, and 5:30 p.m. children’s activities led by Marian Her- Rabbi Tirzah Firestone Location: First Unitarian Society zog. We will read small parts of the 900 University Bay Drive “So We Might Know and megillah in Hebrew but most of the (Atrium Building, Commons) Learn: Stories from the evening will be in English. Rabbi Firestone, PhD, is an author, Get ready for Purim by baking haman- psychotherapist, and founding rabbi of taschen! We will gather in the kitchen to Holocaust,” Presentation and Discussion by Shabbaton with Rabbi Congregation Nevei Kodesh in Boulder, assemble these treats, and while they are Tirzah Firestone: Colorado. Widely known for her ground- baking we will have a Shabbat potluck. Judith Heilizer “Renewing Our Jewish breaking work on Kabbalah and depth This is an intergenerational event; all are Sunday, March 13 psychology and the re-integration of the welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish 9:50-11:30 a.m. Legacy: Ancient Practices feminine wisdom tradition within Ju- to share. Location: Center for Families for a New Era” daism, Rabbi Firestone lectures and 2120 Fordem Avenue Friday, April 1 -- Shabbat Dinner and teaches about spiritual practice and how Intergenerational Shabbat Join us for a moving presentation by Services (First Unitarian Society, 6:00 we can bring our ancient wisdom tradi- Dinner and Service Shaarei Shamayim member, Judith p.m.) tions to life at this critical time in world Friday, March 11 Heilizer, as she retells stories from her Saturday, April 2 -- Shabbat Services, history. 5:30 p.m. childhood in Nazi occupied Europe. This followed by lunch and text study For more information or to register, Location: First Unitarian Society presentation is geared for 5th-7th graders, (First Unitarian Society, 9:30 a.m.) please contact Joy at office@ 900 University Bay Drive but parents and members of the larger Sunday, April 3 -- Morning Work- shamayim.org. This weekend is free and (Gaebler Living Room) Madison Jewish community are welcome shop (Center for Families, 9:50 a.m.) open to the community. We will gather for a Shabbat potluck to attend. Please RSVP to Joy at Drawing on the ancient practices of followed by a spirited intergenerational [email protected] or 257-2944. It Jewish meditation, music, and mysticism, service led by Rabbi Laurie and Aviv will take place after Hebrew school Rabbi Firestone will lead an experiential Kammay. Please bring a vegetarian dish assembly from 9:50 a.m.-11:30 a.m. weekend of prayer, study, celebration, to share. and conversation.

Kolot Kehilla with year. Put all of our 5776 sessions on your Beth Israel Center Professor Roberta Kwall calendar: March 13, April 10, May 1. Sunday, April 3 Torah & Mindfulness Come see what our traditional, egali- 9:30-11:00 a.m. Purim Fun Day Our Sunday morning speaker series, Saturdays, March 5 & 19 1:30 p.m. tarian community is all about. Please Thursday, March 24 which typically features the voices of our Thursday, March 10 7:00 p.m. contact Rabbi Joshua Ben-Gideon 12:00-2:00 p.m. community (kolot kehilla), continues on Come for an hour of meditation and ([email protected]), Executive Calling all families with preschoolers April 3, with a visit from Dr. Roberta discussion of Jewish texts related to Director Elissa Pollack (elissa@bethis- and elementary school-age children! Kwall. Dr Kwall is the Founding Director mindfulness. All are welcome. Contact raelcenter.org), Education Director Beth Come enjoy a lively Purim celebration of the Center for Intellectual Property Matt Banks ([email protected]) for more Copelovitch (education@bethisraelcen- with a tasty child-friendly lunch, interac- Law & Information Technology at the information, including session dates for ter.org) or Program Director Deborah tive storytelling, engaging entertainment DePaul University College of Law, and Spring. Hoffman (hoffman@bethisraelcenter. and festive Purim activities. Capture all author of The Myth of the Cultural Jew: org) with questions about upcoming the fun, festivity and friendship of Purim. Culture and Law in Jewish Tradition. Rosh Hodesh Adar II events, membership, education for chil- This program is co-sponsored by Madi- So many Jews say they are simply Thursday and Friday, March 10-11 dren and adults, or anything else you son Jewish Community Day School. “cultural” rather than religious. This talk 7:00 a.m. might like to know about our synagogue. Cost: $5 per person, maximum $10/fam- will explore the intersection between Celebrate the new month during You may also call (608) 256-7763 or visit ily. RSVP to [email protected] Jewish law and Jewish culture, and reveal morning minyan at Beth Israel Center. A our website, www.bethisraelcenter.org, by March 18. for more information. why and how cultural Judaism is steeped light breakfast will be served after serv- Here are some upcoming highlights: in Jewish law. It also explores the conse- ices. Kabbalat Shabbat Potluck quences of this reality for the future of Dinner the Jewish people. Professor Kwall's TRY Kickoff Dinner Festive Megilla Reading Friday, March 11 new book will be available for (dis- Wednesday, March 23 Sunday, April 3 5:45 p.m. counted!) purchase and signing at this 7:30 p.m. Tichon Ramah Yerushalayim (TRY) is Welcome Shabbat and enjoy a casual talk. A long time ago, in an empire far, far a semester of high school study in Israel, dinner after services at Beth Israel Cen- As always, a light breakfast will be away, there was a villain, a heroine, a open to 10th, 11th and 12th grade stu- ter. The evening begins with happy hour served, and donations of $5 are suggested sage, a king, and a murderous plot! Come dents. New for the 2016-17 school year, at 5:00 p.m., followed by our song-filled to offset the cost of the program. hear the Megilla at Beth Israel Center Beth Israel Center is offering a $2500 services at 5:45 p.m. By 6:30 p.m., we’ll scholarship, generously sponsored by the dressed as your favorite character. Need sing Yigdal and then enjoy a kosher-dairy costume inspiration? Mash up STAR Yom Rishon Temkin family, to support the participa- potluck dinner. If you’re bringing some- Sunday, March 13 tion of a Madison teen in the TRY pro- WARS with the Purim story. All are wel- thing commercially produced, it needs a come. No RSVP required. Enjoy light 10:00-11:15 a.m. gram. Families with children in 8th hecksher. Bringing something home- Come experience family education for through 11th grades are invited to come snacks and drinks. Feel free to contribute made? Use kosher ingredients. Not sure your preferred beverage. Wondering preschoolers at its finest! Each session in- learn about TRY and the qualifications what’s kosher? Please read our kashut cludes art, movement, music, stories and for next year’s scholarship. Can’t make which liquors are kosher? Ask Rabbi policy for home-cooked food, which is Ben-Gideon. Bring friends. Plan a group snacks as well as age-appropriate learn- the program on April 3? Contact Beth on our website, or contact the office with ing on a Jewish theme for preschoolers Copelovitch for information at (608) costume. Not participating could put you questions. on the path to the Dark Side…. and their grown-ups. Yom Rishon meets 256-7763 or education@bethisrael about once a month during the school center.org. (Continued on page 9) March 2016 Madison Jewish News/9 Congregation News Temple Beth El Visit us online at www.templebethel- Shaping the Dream – tionally certified master beer judge with “James’ Journey” - madison.org. All events are open to the Religious Pluralism in 25+ years of experience brewing, judging Wednesday, May 18 community and take place at Temple Beth and enjoying beer. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.; Films begin El, 2702 Arbor Drive, Madison, unless Israel: Real vs. Ideal Register online at www.templebethel- at 7:15 p.m. with Israeli snacks provided. With Rabbi Ariella Graetz Bartuv otherwise noted. madison.org/events by February 24, Discussions follow each film. visiting from Israel We encourage members of the Jewish 2016. Wednesday, March 2 “The Purim Queen” Community to join Temple Beth El, and 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 23 we welcome prospective members to par- As Jews living in a pluralist Diaspora, Second Annual Spaghetti 7:30 p.m. ticipate in programs and activities. Please it is sometimes hard for Americans to Dinner & Dessert Auction A Purim Shpiel Parody of the Lion contact David Hoffert, Executive Direc- conceive the polarity of extremes in King written by the author of last year’s tor, at 608-238-3123 or executive@tbe- organized by MaTTY which Israelis lead either secular or Or- Sunday, March 6 smash hit “The Scroll of Purim”. Starring madison.org for membership information. thodox lives. But, is there more in Israel 5 p.m. our congregants. Costumes encouraged. than meets the eye? Join us to hear Israeli $10 adult in advance, $8 youth Bring a box of mac and cheese or other Shabbat Starts Here! Rabbi Ariella Graetz Bartuv as she ex- (under 12), $12 for all at the door boxed pasta to use as a grogger (noise Weekly Welcoming of plores the issue of religious pluralism in A delicious dinner for the entire maker) which will then be donated to a Shabbat Israel. family! food pantry. Hamantashen to follow. Every Friday! Rabbi Ariella was ordained in the Re- Proceeds will go to MaTTY’s pro- 5:30 p.m. Family Fridays Shabbat form movement, but is the daughter of a gram fund and for learning tools for spe- Paint Your Own Seder activities for kids Conservative rabbi and lives an orthodox cial needs and technology for our school. Plate or Wine Goblet at 5:45 p.m. Family Fridays Shabbat lifestyle. Rabbi Ariella has held various Featuring Auctioneer David Hoffert Studio You service w/songs & stories trans-denominational positions with kib- (on his birthday!) Sunday, April 10 6:15 p.m. Informal family-friendly butzim, summer camps, schools and con- Win delicious desserts at the auction! 1:00 p.m. buffet dinner provided* or bring your gregations, and will speak to us first-hand Register online or to matty@tbe Make a one of a kind Seder plate or own about her efforts to make Israel more of madison.org wine goblet that can be used as Elijah’s 7:15 p.m. Shabbat greeting and gath- a pluralistic society. or Miriam’s Cup or for your 4 cups of ering before the evening service With her husband and three children, Kids Night Out – Parents fruit of the wine at your Seder this year. 7:30 p.m. Shabbat evening service Rabbi Ariella left Jerusalem and moved Night Off Open to all ages. $25/per item painting. Approx. 8:45 p.m. Oneg Shabbat to a new kibbutz (Kibbutz Hannaton) to Saturday, March 12 Register online or to Aleeza Hoffert, en- following the service make it a home for Jews from all reli- 5 p.m. [email protected] by March 29, *Pay what you can, suggested dona- gious streams. She was chosen by the Kids spend an evening at Temple Beth specify what item you want to paint. tion $5/person kibbutz members to work as their Com- El to enjoy camp-like activities while Everyone is welcome! Come for all or munity Manager to promote culture, plu- parents get the night off!! FREE EVENT Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor part of the evening. ralism and community. that will include dinner, havdalah, games, Young Adult Passover Seder Learn more at www.templebethel- Today, in conjunction with her work and a movie! For kids in kindergarten Friday, April 22 madison.org as a congregational rabbi for Emet Ve- through 5th grade, with babysitting avail- At Private Home near Temple Beth El Shalom, a reform congregation in Na- able for those 4 years of age and This is a home hosted Kosher for hariya, Rabbi Ariella is involved with Shabbat Dinner younger!! Passover Seder for 20s and 30s some- other rabbinical, educational and commu- Get Together Register by March 9, by emailing things in the Madison Jewish Commu- nal projects. Drawing on her variety of Friday, March 4 kids’ names and ages to Emily at eroth- nity. Space is limited. $10/young adult religious experiences in Israel, Rabbi 5:30 p.m. [email protected] that RSVP by April 1, $12/young adult Ariella paints an optimistic view of Israel Oliva, 751 N High Point Road after April 1. RSVP to Aleeza Hoffert at in which Jews from all walks of life live Madison, WI Tots and Tunes [email protected] and practice freely in the Jewish Home- Join with friends or come to meet 2016 Sundays - March 13 & April 3 land. some new folks for dinner. It’s some of 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. in the Adult Community Passover Seder the best Italian & Mediterranean food in Lounge Saturday, April 23 town. Those interested will have plenty Beer & Cheese Pairing Fun for all children, newborns to 5 6 p.m. of time to eat, schmooze and get to Tem- Havdalah year olds!!! Register by April 14 ple by the time Shabbat Evening Services Saturday, March 5 There will be singing, crafts, challah Follow in the traditions of our ances- begin at 7:30 pm. Please let Aleeza en- 6:30 p.m. & juice. Come hang out with our lay tors, while still finding meaning and rel- [email protected] or 608.238.3123 Join Keith Symonds as he tickles your leaders as they teach the tots about Shab- evance for today’s world as you join know if you will be coming. Walk-ins taste buds and expands your mind with bat and Jewish holidays through songs Rabbi Biatch to celebrate our freedom at welcome. Each person pays for his or her his wealth of knowledge on beer and and crafts! our annual community Passover Seder own meal. cheese pairing. $18/adult 21+. Keith dinner. Symons is a brew house consultant & na- The Temple Beth El Kesher Adult (Age 14+): $25/member; (Connection) Israel $30/non-member Committe Presents: Israeli Youth (Age 5-13): $20/member; Beth Israel Center Continued from page 8 $25/non-member Film & Discussion Series Tiny (Age 2-4): $7/member; $10 ers, all levels of knowledge are wel- “Dancing in Jaffa” - Adult Education Programs /non-member comed. Led by Anna Heifetz. Contact the Wednesday, March 16 Questions? Register online or to office to confirm the schedule and loca- “Broken Wings” - Aleeza Hoffert at engage@tbemadison. Conversational Yiddish tion. Wednesday, April 20 (date change) Mondays, 7 p.m. in the Mercaz at org or 608-238-3123. Beth Israel Center Shabbat Services Join Yiddish enthusiast and talented Every Friday at 5:45 p.m. teacher Sylvia Grunes at Yiddish class on Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Monday nights 7-8:30 a.m. Sylvia builds Looking for warm, inspiring, and a love for the Yiddish language and cul- egalitarian traditional Shabbat services? ture through her long-running classes. We welcome Shabbat every Friday Come learn from a master - all levels around 5:00 as people begin to gather and welcome and encouraged to attend. toast the week that was. Lively, song- filled services begin at 5:45 p.m.. Talmud Our Shabbat morning worship begins Wednesdays, 9 a.m. in the Mercaz at with P’seukei D’zimra and continues Beth Israel Center through Shacharit, Torah service and Study Talmud in Hebrew and Aramaic Musaf. We join together for a communal Every Friday 5:30–7:00 pm with Rabbis Joshua and Rebecca Ben- kiddush lunch after services every week. Gideon. New students are welcome any Children’s services for babies, preschool- Welcome Shabbat together with other families time. Contact either Rabbi Ben-Gideon ers, and elementary school age children or subscribe to our e-newsletter for infor- begin at 10:30 most weeks. Visitors are in a casual, joyful and song-filled weekly gathering. mation about this year’s topic. always welcome! Everyone is welcome! Perfect for ages 0 to 10. Hebrew Reading Level II To receive schedule updates and other Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Anna's home information, subscribe to our e-newslet- Questions? 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SAVE THE DATE: Community Yom HaShoah Program Wednesday, May 4, 7:30pm Temple Beth El Join us for a community service and special program March 2016 Madison Jewish News/11 Interfaith Youth Groups Join Together for a Day of Social Action and Discussion

BY JENNY WEISS AND ELLIE HULAN Dane County. The value of the time that ask and answer questions in a safe envi- Interfaith Program gave them a greater the groups volunteered at Second Harvest ronment. understanding of the different Abrahamic On January 23, Temple Beth El’s high equated to 3,552 meals! This segment Ellie Hulan, a MaTTY board member, religions and they both left feeling a huge school youth group, MaTTY, hosted an was organic and gave the teens the oppor- said that the moment that resonated most sense of pride and fulfillment in what interfaith program in tandem with Sec- tunity to start casual conversations with with her was when the group created Temple Beth El does, and what the other ond Harvest Food Bank. The interfaith peers from the other religious groups. ground rules prior to their discussion. religious groups in Madison do as well. community consisted of teens from the After Second Harvest, everyone re- Houria Latafi, from the Islamic Center, Islamic Center of Madison, Temple Beth turned to Temple Beth El for a discussion added that she wanted everyone to share El, Westminster Presbyterian Church, on what role religion plays in each of his and express love. “After the event,” Celebrating 27 Years! and Midvale Lutheran Church. The event or her lives. Jenny Weiss, a MaTTY Hulan said, “I realized how right Latafi brought together communities and in- board member, said that during the pro- was and that we all should incorporate spired conversations about their inherent gram her eyes were opened to how simi- love into our lives, every day. I loved similarities across varying aspects of life. lar each of the religions are to one watching people’s faces light up as they The teens began the day together at another. Weiss loved the interfaith dia- described how important their commu- Second Harvest Food Bank weighing and logue because it felt great to have an open nity and religion, in all its miscellany of bagging apples and onions, which were conversation with people her age, talk manifestation’s, was to them.” Print later distributed to families in need in about religion in a non-hostile way, and Hulan and Weiss both agree that the Large Format Direct Mail Graphic Design www.sprintprint.com (608) 277-7500

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BY MORGAN THELANDER years. The idea originated with Francie I was impressed after my first different generation who share similar Smith Saposnik, retired from Jewish visit to Capitol Lakes to see the famil- values of family and food? People who When moving from San Francisco Social Services, who led the gathering iarity and friendliness with which the welcome you into their community by to Madison three years ago to attend the for many years. Over the years, the col- students showed the residents and vice telling you about their children, grand- University of Wisconsin, I knew a total laboration has succeeded because of the versa. The monthly Shabbat visits are children, spouses, etc. as well as explain of three people. Being a strong believer diligent work started by Francie, and composed of consistent and committed how to make latkes? in quality over quantity when picking then continued by Louise Goldstein, re- members who participate in an intimate, I feel extremely fulfilled when I extracurricular activities, it was impor- cently retired from JSS. Mindy Wise- mutually enjoyable experience for walk home from Capitol Lakes. The tant to find a group I was passionate man and Ingrid Reis-Glass of JSS, Guta everyone involved. My intention in services are thoughtful and engaging about. After meeting Rabbi Andrea Cvetkovic, Director of Pastoral Serv- finding an extra curricular was to get in- and have allowed me to find my place Steinberger from Hillel and receiving a ices at Capitol Lakes and Rabbi Stein- volved in a group off-campus, but Capi- in that community. Whether it is giving personal invitation to join her and a berger from Hillel now work together to tol Lakes has been much more than that. residents extra homemade Challah to group of students to celebrate Shabbat continue the success of this program. In San Francisco, I am a part of a Jew- enjoy over the weekend in the comfort at Capitol Lakes Retirement Commu- Currently, a group of five or six stu- ish community through my mom’s com- of their own home, having a chemical nity, I knew I found that perfect match! dents visits Capitol Lakes on the first mitment to Judaism. In Madison, engineering student play piano to guide Jewish Social Services, Hillel, Friday of every month to celebrate thanks to the residents at Capitol Lakes, us through familiar songs in new ways, and Capitol Lakes have been celebrat- Shabbat and other Jewish holidays. I am a part of a Jewish community or hearing about the residents’ personal ing Shabbat together for the past twenty Personally, my favorite service at Capi- through my own doing. Volunteering at lives, I am excited to continue with tol Lakes is the celebration of Purim, Capitol Lakes has provided me with the Shabbat services at Capitol Lakes for since that means there will homemade opportunity to engage in the Madison the duration of my college career. I Hamantaschen (last year I happily took Jewish community. Where else do you hope to contribute as much to their lives ten cookies home). have an opportunity to connect with a as they do to mine. Special Session of the Madison Jewish Artists’ Laboratory

A Special Session of the Madison Jewish Artists’ Laboratory will be held Thursday, March 3, 7 p.m. at UW Hillel, 611 Langdon Street. This event is open to the public. Plunged into Worlds of Darkness and Light – Looking at selected moments from the 1937 black and white film “The Dybbuk” (in Yiddish with English subti- tles). Exploring its aesthetic qualities, the world it portrays, and its particular con- nection to the lives of Jewish women. Come see what makes the Madison Jewish Artists’ Laboratory a unique and vital space in the Madison Jewish com- munity. Presenter: Steve Olson, retired teacher of English and Film Study and current Torah Study teacher at Temple Beth El. RSVP to Rabbi Andrea Steinberger at [email protected]. Staff, students and residents at our February visit to Capitol Lakes. Yonim on Tour! Yonim was delighted to perform at three different Madison schools on our annual school tour! We were honored to be hosted by Randall Elementary, Wingra School and Van Hise Elementary. The Yonim dancers not only performed, but involved the audience in the upbeat, catchy Israeli tunes. Participants sang along to the course of “Salaam”—which says od yavo shalom aleinu—peace will come upon us, thereby spreading Yonim’s message of peace. We ended the day by teaching Israeli dance to two music classes at Van Hise Elementary School. This new experience continued to foster a sense of community between Yonim dancers and other kids in the Madison area. Looking ahead, Yonim is excited to perform at the Kids Expo on March 6, at the Alliant Energy center. Look for us from 1:18-1:33 p.m. on the Celebrating Youth! stage. The following week on Sunday, March 13, at 1 p.m. come out and support Yonim’s Aleph and Bet dancers at the Waisman Center Children’s Theater. This is a fun, engaging performance for all ages! For more information, contact us at [email protected]. March 2016 Madison Jewish News/13 Come Mark your calendars for these upcoming Family Education Programs! ➪ March 7th: Registration for Camp Shalom begins online

join us ... ➪ March 13th, 3-5:00pm: Hamantashen Baking Workshop with Susan Roquitte. Our annual Hamantashen bake is always a hit, this year we will be filling, folding and baking at Temple Beth El.

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What campers and families are saying about Camp Shalom and Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim (summer 2014 feedback)

~ I've always been so impressed with the enthusiasm, kindness and energy of the camp staff. Everyone at Camp Shalom puts so ~ I just wanted to say how thankful we are for the experiences much time, energy and heart into everything they do with the kids. both our children had this summer at Camp Shalom. We had always I like that positivity and joy are being modeled; it's so important heard positive reviews of Camp Shalom, but can honestly say that these days. the camp exceeded our already lofty expectations. ~ My son had the absolute best summer ever. A huge thank you ~ Camp has been such a positive experience for my son. It allows to everyone involved for making camp happen! him to enjoy social experiences at his level and the outings force ~ He loved all of the activities! He was never bored. I think he him to try new things. especially enjoyed the singing. :) ~ This really is the crown jewel of the summer for my kids. ~ My son thoroughly enjoyed staying overnight. He loved ~ I was speaking with another parent about what makes Camp swimming and listening to the counselor's stories around the camp- Shalom special, and a lot of it has to do with the counselors. The fire. counselors are excited to be there, love the camp, love the kids, ~ Thank you for offering my kids such a fantastic experience. and you just don't get that experience anywhere else. They've They LOVE camp and always look forward to it every year. I've been a huge part of why my kid has had the best summer ever. never heard one complaint or criticism. ~ I really appreciate the diversity in the children. The ~ You do exceptionally good work. My children love camp, love counselors are all very enthusiastic and energetic also. their counselors. This is their happy place. Every day is a GREAT day at Camp Shalom! March 2016 Madison Jewish News/15 Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim You might be wondering what Camp farming or tubing, and camp-based activ- Shalom Noar-Bogrim (NOBO) is all ities that leave everyone laughing. All of about. In a word, it’s about choice. our campers get the opportunity to take Campers have a choice in what specialty an overnight trip during each session and activities they choose; daily choices be- to spend a day at a waterpark. Second tween on-site and off-site programming session campers look forward to our and choices about what kinds of activities camp-wide Maccabia competition, and they do at the end of the day. Active this year, we plan to add a camp-wide campers often gravitate towards large- Messtival to our first session! We are group activities: hikes in state parks, skat- looking forward to providing a great ex- ing, swimming and biking on the Military perience for YOUR middle school Ridge Trail. Creative campers love the camper! Sign-up begins on Monday, opportunity to try new DIY projects, pho- March 7. See you in June! tography, cooking and ceramics. At NOBO we work hard to give campers unique experiences that they won’t have anywhere else – Marshmallow dodge ball, Bubble soccer, and scavenger hunts in downtown Madison, amazing Races through the zoo, trips to try log rolling,

Camp Shalom is Hiring! Rewarding and fun…come work at Camp Shalom or Camp Shalom Noar- Bogrim! Applications for summer 2016 are available online. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring, responsible, creative leaders with innovative ideas and a love for being outdoors! Positions available include: Counselors in Training - This is a volunteer position for those going into 10th grade. Fulfill your volunteer requirements in one summer while learning a lot and working with awesome mentors! Junior Counselors - under 18 years old Senior Counselors - over 18 years old Senior Counselors with lifeguarding certification Program Assistant and Supplies Manager Specialists - flexible hours or full-time positions available for those with experience facilitating sessions in yoga, pottery, fine-arts, performance arts, dance, graphic design, personal training, improv and comedy, martial arts and more. For more information about any of the positions above or to apply please visit our website, www.jewishmadison.org/campshalom 16/Madison Jewish News March 2016

Create a Jewish Legacy Your life is rooted in Jewish experi- using planned giving programs that are children, your grandchildren and your your experienced, reliable partner in ences connecting you to the Jewish com- specifically tailored to help support your community an invaluable inheritance and helping you realize your philanthropic munity. In all likelihood you already financial planning and estate planning a lasting testimony to your values. goals, building a lasting testament to support Jewish charitable organizations goals and fit within your means. You designate how your gift is to be your name that meets your specific in Madison, but have you included the Planned giving offers many benefits. used: to provide unrestricted funds to needs, vision and objectives. Jewish Federation of Madison in your If you give during your lifetime, you may help meet community needs now and in Create your Jewish legacy today for will or estate plan? receive charitable income tax deductions, the future or to provide permanent re- your family, your community, and your By leaving a legacy, you can help en- but perhaps most important is the endur- sources through an endowed fund to aid people. sure that the traditions and institutions ing nature of planned giving. identified programs, projects, agencies, For more information on how to cre- that mean so much to you today will be You demonstrate to your family the organizations or initiatives that are of ate your Jewish legacy, contact Lynn there for future generations. It just re- depth of your philanthropic commitment particular interest to you and your family. Kaplan at 608-442-4076 or LKaplan@ quires planning. and the importance of “giving back” to It’s up to you. jewishmadison.org. You can create a permanent legacy the Jewish community. You leave your The Jewish Federation of Madison is

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$6 for a half-dozen, $10 for a dozen Flavors: Apricot Poppy Seed Cherry Orders must be received by 5pm on Wednesday, March 9th Please indicate when you will pick-up your Hamantashen: • Wednesday, March 16th 5:30pm- 8:30pmat Temple Beth El • Sunday, March 20th, 9:30- 11:30am at Temple Beth El Teen Israel Trip Stipends Available Online orders must be paid for in ad- vance, no refunds will be made for Does your teenager want to travel to Israel on an organized trip? The Jewish Federation of Madison hamantashen that are not picked up wants to help! The Federation now has a limited number of stipends available for up to $1500 per *Hamantashen will also be available student to help with teen trips to Israel. Students entering ninth grade through the end of twelfth grade to purchase individually and by the half are eligible. For more information and a list of approved trips, please visit JewishMadison.org. dozen/dozen at the Community Purim Applications can be completed online. Carnival on Sunday, March 20th.

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HIGHLIGHTINGDIRECTORY AREA BUSINESSES, PROFESSIONALS AND SERVICES Advertising Automotive Camp Shalom Donate Your Vehicle FREE GRAPHIC Make Every Day A Great Day, Turn your tzoris into a DESIGN SERVICES Join Us for Summer 2016! mitzvah! Call 278-1808 to when you place your ad in West Town donate your used vehicle Monona Tire Exciting Daily Madison Jewish News Gary Pivotto, President Programming to Jewish in print or online. 453 South Gammon Rd., Madison • 833-1735 for K-9th grade Social Contact Tiz Goff, 773-620-4404 www.westtownmononatire.com www.jewishmadison.org or email: [email protected] Services. Education Food and Dining Food and Dining Israeli Dance Offering a variety of deli items including Yonim Israeli smoked salmon, lox & spreads Dance Troupe Call 608-231-2427 welcomes or fax 608-231-1249 P.O. Box 5547 all kids Madison, WI 53705 Hebrew High School for grades 9-12. Madison’s Seafood Source for over 30 years! K-12th grade! Contact Ellen Weismer for information: Order Online: Heritage Square • 274-5255 For more info contact: [email protected] www.BagelsForever.com Willy East • 294-0116 | Willy West • 836-1450 [email protected] JewishMadison.org New Baby? Preschool Promotional Products

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BY ELENA ROBBINS This year’s speaker was United States Senator Tammy Baldwin. On Sunday, February 14, I was fortu- While the Blockstein Lecture has nate to attend the annual Blockstein Lec- drawn crowds in the past, the number of ture, an event co-sponsored by Temple people who showed up to hear Senator Beth El and Jewish Social Services. The Baldwin speak was unlike anything I had event honors the memory of Liesl Block- seen before. As Rabbi Biatch delivered stein, a woman who was a well-known the senator’s biography, he was met with force for good in both the Jewish com- multiple happy interruptions from the en- munity and the wider community. Each thusiastic crowd, cheering for the Sena- year a speaker is invited who is a Wiscon- tor’s career accomplishments. sin woman who embodies Liesl’s com- Senator Baldwin’s personal connec- mitment to social justice and Jewish life. tion with Liesl Blockstein surprised me.

Creative Art Workshop and Gallery Tour

Edgewood College Thursday, April 7 • 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Join Edgewood College Art Department art therapy Senator Tammy Baldwin students and faculty in a guided tour with Denny Geller, Art Therapist. She knew Liesl from the national branch ish Social Services, I admired her empha- Visit The Stream – Edgewood’s new state-of-the-art, LEED- of the Political Women’s Caucus, and it sis on support for caregivers through the certified art facility featuring art studios, two art galleries, was Leisl who exhorted her to run for RAISE Family Caregivers Act, which Dane County Board. This push from would provide a strategy for caregivers, and the Diane Ballweg Black Box Theatre. Blockstein paved the path toward the po- empowering them to continue to care for Participate in an interactive hands-on art process with litical stewardship that Senator Baldwin their loved ones. This act would allow us students and create an original art piece to take away. No exhibits today. The personal connection and other social service agencies to refer previous art experience required. between to two reaffirmed the purpose of to these tools when assisting those who Retirees are especially encouraged to join us! Space is the Blockstein Lecture - to honor Liesl’s come to us seeking caregiver support. limited. For more information, contact Denny Geller at commitment to social justice and to cel- She spoke to combatting economic in- [email protected]. To register contact Ingrid Reis-Glass at ebrate a woman who reflects that com- equity, through the reduction of educa- [email protected] or by phone 608-442-4083. mitment in society. tional debt, and providing support in After a tribute to Liesl, Senator Bald- areas, which may significantly decrease win spoke to several key issues that she one’s chances of earning a living wage. is working on. As a staff member at Jew- During a question-and-answer portion of the event, Senator Baldwin addressed Jewish Social Services, stating that small social service agencies may be the ones to help advocate for solutions for those people who are “falling through the cracks”. Jewish Social Services is faced with these realities every day. It was en- couraging and refreshing to hear from a politician who recognizes the need for support to minimize economic inequity in our country. Her emphasis on social justice and equality throughout the event made it clear that she is somebody who exhibits the qualities we seek to recog- nize in the Blockstein Lecture. As I walked out of Temple Beth El I couldn’t help but feel refreshed. The amazing turnout from the community, and the uplifting discussion filled with in- sightful questions and thoughtful re- sponses was a physical manifestation of the support that we receive from the Madison community. I look forward to Blockstein Lectures in the coming years, hoping that we can continue to create positive, fruitful dialogue related to social justice and our community. Many thanks to Temple Beth El, my co-workers at Jewish Social Services, and the Block- stein Family, as well as Senator Baldwin for their work to create such a fantastic event. March 2016 Madison Jewish News/19 Jewish Social Services National Social Work Month: An Interview with Katy Polich

Every year in March at Jewish Social meet at a place and time that will pro- if there were easy paths to services and Services we celebrate National Social tect your privacy, and maximize your adequate resources to care for everyone. Work Month. This year’s theme is sense of comfort. As it is, one of my favorite moments is “Forging Solutions out of Challenges”. In what situations should people realizing that through my work with We interviewed social worker Katy call you? clients, they have become more em- Polich to get an insight into her work at If you’re struggling accessing serv- powered, recognized their own JSS and in the community. ices or benefits that you need, or your strengths, and have learned how to nav- What can you tell me about the housing situation is feeling insecure, igate these tricky systems on their own. services that you provide at Jewish please call. If you know somebody in a You are not alone – Jewish Social Social Services? tough situation, we prefer to talk to Services can help. If you are in need of I’m here to support and empower them directly whenever possible. Pass social services, please contact the pro- families and individuals that are strug- along our phone number or the website! fessional staff of JSS at 608-278-1808. gling in Dane County. While we spe- When in doubt, please call, I’m happy cialize in serving the Jewish and to work with you to get you where you immigrant communities, we serve all need to go. Katy Polich people. Feel free to contact me for What do you love most about the information and referrals, short-term work that you do? advocacy, or longer-term case manage- I have always been a social worker ment services. I know that navigating at heart; there was never anything else The Jewish Social Services community resources and figuring out for me to do! I strongly believe that we “next steps” during difficult life circum- are all connected, and love building re- stances can be confusing and over- lationships with folks in the community. Resource Library whelming. I am here as an ally and can It is such a privilege to be with others Jewish Social Services has a wonderful resource library available to you. help connect Madison-area residents during some of their most vulnerable There is a wide variety of books on the broad topics of aging, care-giving, end- with community resources to meet their times. I am humbled every day by the of-life, self-help and mental health. Here are a couple of examples: basic needs and keep themselves safe trust that is placed in me. Macular Degeneration: The Complete Guide to Saving and Maximizing your and healthy. I will assess your situation; This year’s theme for Nation Social Sight, by Lylas G Mogk, M.D. and Marja Mogk, with information on reducing and help facilitate access to needed fi- Work Month is “Forging Solutions out risk factors, experimental treatments and research and more. nancial benefits, secure housing, and of Challenges”, how does this theme The Parental Experience in Midlife, edited by Carol D. Ryff and Marsha Mail- medical, mental health and treatment speak to you and your role at JSS? ick Seltzer, takes a look at “…the time when parents watch offspring grow into services or whatever your specific I think “forging solutions out of adulthood and begin to establish adult-to-adult relationships with their children.” needs may be. Please be assured that challenges” could be another definition To see what’s available or to borrow a book, contact JSS at 608-278-1808. our services are all confidential. We can for social work! Folks wouldn’t need us Volunteer For Jewish Social Services!

Add something special to your life – Village welcome Shabbat. Bonus points Contact Ingrid Reis-Glass at 608-608- whom the employee volunteers. What a Volunteer for if you like to sing Shabbat songs! 278-1808 or 608-442-4083 direct for a great way to enhance the benefits of Jewish Social Services. Youth Volunteering, Youth Group brochure or to discuss doing a mitzvah your volunteer work! Volunteer application at Projects and B’nai Mitzvah Projects project with Jewish Social Services. Deducting Expenses Incurred www.jssmadison.org/ Come talk with us about doing a Bar Double your Volunteering Mitzvah while Volunteering becoming-volunteer or Bat Mitzvah project with Jewish So- Check with your human resources Some expenses incurred during vol- or call (608) 442-4083 for information cial Services. There are also opportuni- department to see whether your com- unteer work are deductible. Volunteers ties for older youth and youth groups to pany has a policy of matching employ- should keep records and save receipts Our mission: Our dedication to serv- volunteer and contribute to the commu- ees’ community volunteer hours with a for these expenses. Check with your tax ice will improve the quality of life and nity, develop new skills and have fun. monetary donation to the agency for advisor about these deductions. maintain the dignity of our clients in a compassionate and caring atmosphere. Volunteers will enhance the ability of the agency to achieve its overall mission.

Current Volunteer Opportunities More information is available at www.jssmadison.org Drivers Needed! Provide rides to clients for appointments and other des- tinations on an as-needed and as-avail- able basis. Requires copies proof of insurance and driver's license plus a dri- ver's record check, done at our expense. Designated Shopper – to take a friendly older woman to do errands once or twice a month; Hilldale area. Bikur Cholim (visiting the sick) - Opportunities to make brief drop-in vis- its with several elderly women in mem- ory care; Verona, Middleton and southwest Madison. These visits can be made when convenient for you. English as a second language tutor- ing/Citizenship Exam preparation – Help tutor somebody looking to pass their citizenship exam and master the English language. Volunteer at the JSS Office - We are always looking for people to help out with administrative tasks! Volunteer at the Oakwood Shab- bats! Help seat guests, pour wine and juice, help the residents of Oakwood 20/Madison Jewish News March 2016 Jewish Education Get to Know the Midrasha Spring Semester Staff

This semester at Midrasha is off to a and hopes you will join her for the fun! towards the end of the semester. In Not Lauren Lauter is originally from the great start thanks to our wonderful staff. Josh Davidson, a Midrasha graduate, on Our Watch: Genocide from Past to Chicago area. She is a PhD Student in We have several veteran teachers, a few spends his Wednesday nights buzzing Present, she is looking forward to lobby- Curriculum and Instruction and Educa- new faces, and 3 Midrasha graduates on students into the Temple, helping with ing with the students at the Wisconsin tional Policy Studies at UW Madison. staff this spring. snack sales, and making sure everything Capitol to make April Genocide Aware- She went to Camp Ramah in Wisconsin Rabbi Jonathan Biatch is teaching is running smoothly. When he is not at ness and Prevention Month in Wisconsin. and is having fun working with her stu- iJew: Judaism and My Decisions, to the Midrasha he works hard as a Social Naomi lived in Israel for a year between dents on learning the Hebrew language. 10th graders this semester. He is excited Worker with kids who have special high school and college on the Reform Lauren’s claim to fame is that she was to see the wonder on students' faces when needs. He also loves to play Frisbee and Movements gap year program, Shnat once an extra in a Bollywood film! Next they realize that Jewish values contain celebrated his 30th birthday in February! Netzer. There she lived with other Jews time you see her ask which one! both wisdom and practicality. He teaches Ariella Rivkin is teaching Ivrit (He- her age from Germany, Spain, England, Laurel Hefty is a veteran Midrasha with the goal of enabling students to ar- brew) at Midrasha on Sundays. She uses Australia, New Zealand, and South teacher. She graduated from Midrasha rive at their own conclusions. One thing a lot of different strategies in her teaching Africa! She will be graduating from UW and also teaches at Temple Beth El on you might not know about Rabbi Biatch because she recognizes that everyone in May and is looking for a job in the Sundays. This semester she is teaching is that his children share his passion for learns differently. She wants to help the Jewish Community. Survey of Jewish History, 8th grade, and performing arts and both want to be pro- students learn at their own level and pace. Missy Sosman is a veteran teacher Current Events, an 11th/12th elective. fessional actors. (Anyone know of any Ariella is a student at UW, she also who was once a teacher for an adolescent She wants her 8th grade students to get internships out there?☺) knows every word to the Grease sound- psychiatric unit in California. She is also excited about the "what ifs" of history Sari Mishell joins the Midrasha staff track, and is active at Hillel and on stu- the mom of two Midrasha graduates. She and see how everything connects to each this semester as a Hebrew teacher on dent government. will be teaching Jewish Cooking to the other. They’ve already had an amazing Wednesday nights. She is looking for- Elana Charles is returning to Midrasha 12th graders this semester. She is look- discussion of whether King David's ac- ward to teaching vocabulary and gram- this semester to teach Hebrew, Survey of ing forward to our special event with tions should be judged by today's stan- mar to her students and loves to play Jewish History (8th grade) and Judaism Michael Twitty in April, and to cooking dards. In her Current Events class Laurel games in class. She is majoring in Polit- Around the World (9th/10th grade elec- some of his recipes with the kids. They sees today's headlines as gold! Each ical Science and Communication Arts at tive). This semester she is excited to work will talk about his connections to the week brings an unexpected topic to dis- UW-Madison. with her Hebrew students on forming Jewish and African American communi- cuss. She chooses a topic, or students can As a Midrasha graduate and long-time sentences since their vocabulary has ties and will have a chance to meet with come in with their own interests, to dis- resident of Madison, Beth Callies is no grown so much. She is planning to use him when he comes to Madison. cuss and examine the impact on our lives. stranger to this program. She spent over creative methods like storyboards and Sherie Sondel is a trained nutritionist Since a few of the students are, or will be, half of her life working at Camp Shalom student discussions, and has already and will be teaching Jewish Cooking this of voting age, the political topics are and it is fun to have her back with planned an exciting final project with her semester. She is looking forward to quite interesting! She makes sure to guide Midrasha, this time as a teacher in the students in Jewish History. She is excited preparing dishes from diverse Jewish cul- the conversation, but not to interject her Jewish Community Leadership class for to explore Jewish cultures and traditions tures and increasing the students' skills own opinions. She’s a storyteller, so the 11th graders. She will be helping the stu- across the world with the Judaism and comfort levels in the kitchen. Sherie students get to know a lot about her. Lau- dents learn about ways they can get in- Around the World students. She will is the mom of 4 Midrasha graduates and rel is going back to school to begin work- volved in the community as Jewish share her own experiences from when she has a therapy dog with Dogs on Call ing on her Master’s Degree. Her hidden leaders. she studied abroad in Rome. She will be and loves making visits with him. talent is that she can bend over, keep her When Rebecca Joey Schwab joined graduating from UW this May! Daniel Gill is Madison’s Community knees straight, and touch the ground with the Midrasha staff she was almost the Naomi Segal is a familiar face to Shaliach. He came to Madison in August her knuckles. same age as some of the students. Now, many and a new face on the Midrasha with his wife Shirly, the Israel Fellow at Tsurit Grisham moved to Madison 5 years later she is one of our veteran staff. She is working with Daniel Gill to UW Hillel. Daniel is teaching History of from Israel. She is getting to know the teachers! Rebecca is teaching Jewish teach History of Israel to the 9th graders, Israel to the 9th graders, and Israeli Cul- Madison Jewish community and is vol- Ethics and Law to the 8th graders and is and Not on Our Watch: Genocide from ture through Music, a 9th/10th grade unteering her time to work with the Ad- enjoying getting to know them. The class Past to Present, an 11th/12th grade elec- elective. He plays the guitar and loves to vanced level Hebrew students at has been debating current issues and how tive. In History of Israel she is looking cook. Daniel and Shirly would like to get Midrasha. She makes jewelry in her they connect with Jewish ethics and tra- forward to discussing with the students to know the Midrasha students and their spare time and has an Etsy site called ditions. Rebecca is looking forward to their connection to Israel, and how they families so please invite them to join your “Not Like Yours” where she sells her one starting Israeli Zumba classes in Madison can enhance this connection, especially family for a meal! of a kind pieces. March 2016 Madison Jewish News/21 Jewish Education Winter Fun at Gan HaYeled Preschool!

Finally, some good packing snow!

Avner is wearing the snowman hat that Sydney did a great job on her hat, too. he made in Gimel.

Jacob, Joey, Benny, Sam and Naomi learn team work while making this snowman.

Schmooze fun with Liron.

Partner Painting in Dalet with Maggie Jaime is learning to play soccer during and Jacob. KEVA class.

A fun game of “Whisper Uno” with Claudia in the Dalet Teacher Lisa and Adam, Hephzibah, Ziv and Cora are Morning Circle Time in Bet. class. busy with the “Dot” markers.

Professor Smarty Pants came for a visit in Dalet, and taught the children about Capillary Action. Tu B’Shevat Seder in Dalet. Daniel, our Shaliach, sings songs with the Bet class. 22/Madison Jewish News March 2016 This article is about the national memory of Jewish and Russian people (part 2) March 2016 Madison Jewish News/23 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 March Lechayim Calendar Join us for great food, congenial conversation and stimulating programs at Lechayim Lunchtime Plus at Temple Beth El, 2702 Arbor Drive. Contact Ingrid Reis-Glass at (608) 278-1808, (608) 442-4083 (direct) or [email protected] no later than 12:00 p.m. the preceding Friday. A vegetarian or strictly kosher option is available with a reservation. If you are over age 60, a minimum donation of $4.00 is suggested, but please only pay what you can afford. The cost of the meal is $7.50 for those under age 60. Can’t make lunch, but can make it in time for the program? You are absolutely welcome to join us for the program portion only. Many thanks to Blue Plate Catering for providing our kosher-style meals!

Monday, March 7 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Potato Leek Soup, Brown Rice Pilaf, Spiced Chickpea Salad, Breadstick, Dessert 1:00 pm-2:00 pm. Andrea Carvin – Awakening Your Natural Healer

Monday, March 14 Lechayim celebrates Purim 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Citrus Chicken, Roasted Carrots, Fruit Salad, Breadstick, Hamantaschen 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Irish music with Currach

Monday, March 21 Lechayim does not meet

Monday, March 28 In memory of Anatole Beck, z"l, sponsored by Eve-Lynn Siegel 11:00 am -12:00 pm Free blood pressure screening by Lori Edelstein, RN 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Bulgur & Couscous Stuffed Peppers with Red Pepper Cream Sauce, Sautéed Squash, Green Salad, Melon Wedge, Breadstick, Dessert 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Monica Kamal – The Ability in Dis-ability: helping others by co-founding Access Ability WI and Madison SCI, Inc. from Next month’s dates April 4,11,25 Jewish Social Services! JSS volunteers visit seniors who are new to Madison, bringing Transportation to Lechayim a gift bag with information, treats and a few surprises. Contact Ingrid Reis-Glass at (608) 442-4083 or [email protected] Transit Solutions provides door-to-door service for $1 round trip, payable to request a visit. Our thanks to Maurie’s Fine Chocolates and to the driver. Contact Ingrid Reis-Glass at (608) 278-1808, (608) 442-4083 Bagels Forever for supporting this program. (direct) or [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. the preceding Friday. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available upon request. Please contact us if you need to cancel a ride. Need an “Oddjobber”? Making Lechayim Reservations Do you need an “oddjobber” to do a few small but necessary chores for you? Jewish Social Services volunteers can help! • When you check in at Lechayim, sign up for the following week. • Call Ingrid Reis-Glass at (608) 278-1808 or (608) 442-4083 (direct) Contact Ingrid Reis-Glass at (608) 278-1808, (608) 442-4083 or email [email protected] by 10 a.m. on the preceding business (direct) or email [email protected]. day. • Reservations cannot be taken after noon on Fridays or over the week- end. For changes, updates or new information about • If you didn’t make a reservation but would like to come, call Ingrid any Jewish Social Services program, before 10:00 a.m. on Monday to see if there have been cancellations. check our website at • We regret that we are unable to guarantee a meal for last minute reservations or walk-ins. www.jssmadison.org 24/Madison Jewish News March 2016 Lechayim Lights recreational opportunities for vocate and mentor for persons those with physical disabilities with chronic conditions and dis- About our Programs and their families and friends. abilities. She promotes innovative Monday, March 7 - Andrea Ridgely, bodhran, bones and vo- Monica, who is paralyzed due ideas to ensure access for all to Carvin will present Awakening cals; Josh Perkins, guitar, con- to a spinal cord injury, the result of enjoy Wisconsin’s natural re- Your Natural Healer –Your Bub- certina and vocals; Daithi Wolfe, a snow skiing accident in 2001, is sources. In February, Monica trav- bie knew a lot. Chicken soup and fiddle and vocals; Steve Honer, a mother of two who at the time eled to Las Vegas, to be awarded many handed down family reme- flute. Purim’s Carnival atmos- were 3rd and 6th graders. She is the 2016 Pathfinder Award from dies support natural healing. Dur- phere is the perfect venue for this the founder and facilitator of the Safari Club International and is ing our time together, we will be lively music! Currach has been Madison SCI Inc (Spinal Cord Is- the 2nd woman to win this award exploring natural healing, sharing playing at Lechayim for a number sues Support Group and a chapter in the 41 years of this organiza- some of these remedies, and what of years, and always delights with of the United Spinal), former Ms. tion’s existence. To Safari Club In- scientific research is discovering the melodies and rhythms of the Wheelchair WI, placed 6th in the ternational, a pathfinder is a about our body’s ability to restore Emerald Isle. You can also catch NYC marathon hand cycling, and person who is faced with chal- and heal. them every Friday night from 5:00 a co-founder and Project Manager lenges in their life that causes Andrea is p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the Brocach at Access Ability WI/ Dane them to find new ways to live it, the Owner of Tavern on West Main Street, County Pheasants Forever. With to overcome those challenges, and Inner Sparks where there is no cover charge. the motto “We plan, We go, We to be engaged in outdoor activi- Rehab Gym conquer!” Monica and many other ties. and Spa, a Monday, March 21 - Lech- Madison SCI members promote place that em- ayim doesn’t meet recreational and entertainment phasizes well- events each year, including hand- Monday, March 28 ness through - The Abil- biking, the 5K scramble, kayaking relaxation and ity in Dis-ability – helping others and adaptive fishing at picnics. education, by co-founding Access Ability WI Keeping their members in the Andrea Carvin discovery and and Madison SCI, Inc. Monica loop, both groups use social media focus. Andrea Kamal will share her amazing for easy and real time communi- has dedicated her work to helping story and tell us about outdoor cation. Monica is also a strong ad- people live their lives to the fullest potential. She has grown her ca- reer spanning over 30 years as an Occupational Therapist, Leader- ship Coach, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher, Inspired Learning Model Group Facilitator, Energetic Psy- chology Practitioner, Speaker, Teacher, Author, Business Owner and Feminine Empowerment Coach.

Currach returns to Lechayim on Monday March 14, to celebrate Purim with Irish music. Darl Members of Currach Irish Trio will celebrate Purim with Irish music on March 14. Monica Kamal Scenes Photos by Eve Siegel from Lechayim

To see more photos: March 2016 Madison Jewish News/25 Lechayim Lights Spotlight: Pamela Phillips Olson Jewish Social Services Brings Since I listen intently to stories grams that touch many people Shabbat to Our Seniors daily in my professional life, as a worthy of having their stories told. Our monthly Shabbat gatherings, with wine donated by psychotherapist, you might not The column will broaden to in- Frank Liquor, includes candle lighting, challah, singing and think I would be devoted to and clude more topics. Other writers discussion. honored by my volunteer work. will contribute. But, every month for over four In the meantime, I will continue Attic Angel Place at 2:30 in the Garden Room years, a thrill of anticipation and to volunteer at Lechayim. In addi- 8301 Old Sauk Road excitement would hit me when I tion, I am in the process of creat- A program of Jewish Social Services and Attic Angel Place. sat down with Lechayim partici- ing a book based on the collection Music by Les Goldsmith and with the assistance of Angel pants to record their biographical of over 50 stories and photo- Volunteers. accounts. I never knew what I was graphs. The book will be called March 4, May 6 about to hear. “Lechayim Lunch: Ingredients for The stories told were laced with a Good Life.” Capitol Lakes at 3:00 in the Grand Hall wisdom and generosity. Some- It will include the series of 333 West Main Street times a twist of fate would send “Spotlight” stories and photos A program of Jewish Social Services and Capitol Lakes the subject’s life in an unexpected published previously in the Madi- Retirement Community. Led by Rabbi Andrea Steinberger direction. Sitting close, I listened, son Jewish News and then dis- with assistance from UW students through the UW-Hillel Foundation. watching their faces take on a look played as the “Life Memories of childhood innocence, deep Project.” The entire collection will March 11 thoughtful remembrance, some- be shown again in April, at a Oakwood West at 4:00 in the Oaks Community Room times fear and often joyousness. Lechayim lunch. I will also talk 6225 Mineral Point Road This writing has been some of the about the ingredients of a good A program of Jewish Social Services and Oakwood Village most fulfilling work I have ever life that these wonderful stories University Woods. With the assistance of JSS volunteers and done. It has never gotten stale. revealed to me. music by Paul Grossberg Now, there is an exciting transi- I hope to see you there. March 18 tion under way. Jewish Social Services has many diverse pro- ~Pamela Phillips Olson ATTENTION REHAB PATIENTS: If you are going to be in one of these locations during your rehabilitation, you are welcome to attend.

Save the dates for Passover Seders at Retirement Communities! Wednesday, April 27, Capitol Lakes Retirement Community, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 28, Oakwood Village University Woods, 3:00-5:30 p.m.

Registration information will be available in late March, early April. Residents, their families and friends, and non-residents are welcome at both Seders.

Pamela Phillips Olson displays some of the photos in her ‘Life Memories Project.’ Victoria Junco Meyer: In Memoriam Transitions A “woman of valor” has been part of us at Lechayim. A year after her 100th birthday celebration she has now left us. Those of us who Happy March Birthday had the joy to know her, knew her first for her warmth, her capacity for love, and her enduring care for all peoples. We treasured that even Anna Heifetz Ida Wyman as we honored her for her brilliant mind, her academic achievements, Arie Carmi Ilya Fiksel and her connections with world leaders. All this even as she main- Cleo Loftsgordon Lillian Zwilling tained her humility, her deep religious faith, and family centeredness. Dean Ziemke Paul Grossberg Victoria was a woman of many accomplishments. The most val- Edie Fox Rita Kades ued were her family and friends, including us at Lechayim. Her ac- Elsa Johnson Robert Schlesinger complishment of a PhD, at a time when few women were achieving Harold Farkas Roz Levin such heights in academia, was just another part of this modest woman who wore her many laurels with humility. Victoria loved knowledge and beauty. She saw the beauty in people and in art, sharing her un- derstanding generously, either professionally as a teacher of language Pharmacy Students Provide or as a volunteer as a docent in an art museum. As a professor at Vas- sar College, she became the beloved teacher of a young woman Monthly Health Assessments named Jacqueline Bouvier, who later married Jack Kennedy and be- The next Wisconsin The student pharmacists came the first lady of the United States. Jackie Kennedy remained a Society of Pharmacy are supervised by regis- devoted student/friend of Victoria’s. Victoria and her beloved hus- Students Health Assess- tered pharmacists and band, Paul (also a Lechayim member), welcomed President and Mrs. ment will be at will be available to meet Kennedy as they welcomed all people: with love. They knew that Lechayim April 18, with you individually to love has no bounds, expands to all peoples, and is eternal. With that from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m., to discuss your questions and con- same love, Lechayim remembers Victoria Junco Meyer, and is grate- discuss safe medication disposal. cerns. ful for her loving friendship, and mourns her loss. 26/Madison Jewish News March 2016

and Israel the World

From the Mid-east to the Mid-west

BY DANIEL GILL AND SHIRLY RAIZ The second event was the popular sity of compromise for the sake of peace. Brener and Tal Elmaliach for their help. Israeli television series Zaguri Imperia. The last film of the festival was To continue the Israeli films method, Community Shlichim/Israel Program Specialists This drama-comedy manages to convey “Sacred Sperm”. This unique documen- we are pleased to announce a new program the differences between Ashkenazi and tary grants a rare glimpse into the world of called “Ma Ha’seret Shelcha?” (What is The Madison Israeli Sephardic Jews and how they view one an- the ultra-Orthodox and explores the Your Movie). We will publish a list of Film Festival – other. Beber immigrated to Israel from halakhic concept of “wasting sperm”. The dozens of Israelis movies. If you are look- Morocco by himself after his family per- film follows the life of Or Yashar and his ing for an entertaining evening with family Behind the Scenes ished in the boat, “Egoz”, in 1961 on their struggle on how to educate his children or close friends, you just need to chose a This February we had the honor to take way to Israel. For him, living in Israel is about this issue. This film portrays the con- movie and date, and we will come to your part in planning the 14th Annual Madison the fulfillment of the Zionist dream. In the flict within the ultra-Orthodox community place to watch the movie and talk about it. Israel Film Festival, organized by UW Hil- film he said, “There is no place for Jews and the questions that they deal with in Additional information on our Facebook lel. Over the past 14 years, the film festival anywhere else except Israel. Or America.” modern society. page: Ma Ha’seret Shelcha?. has risen to the challenge of showcasing But Beber sees how his Zionist dream is We are so glad that during the last the complexities of Israel through movies. not consistent with the Ashkenazi narra- month hundreds of viewers were exposed If you have any ideas how to bring dif- This year’s film festival theme was tive. In comparison, his son Aviel em- to Israel’s diversity. A huge Yasher Koach ferent perspectives of Israel to Madison, or “Israeli Encounters”, juxtaposing encoun- braces the Israeli Ashkenazi culture and to the Film Festival student’s Committee: if you want to get involved, please contact ters between dream and reality, Ashke- becomes part of the Israeli melting pot. Jake, Sam, Anneliis, Sari, Phoebe and us: Daniel: [email protected]. nazim and Sephardim, Jews and non-Jews, However, in the last few years in Israel, Kara. Also thank you to professor Rachel Shirly: [email protected]. and religious and secular. Sephardic Jews have begun to reconnect The first film was A Tale of Love and with their roots and culture, giving Israeli Darkness, directed by and starring Natalie society a unique diversity. Portman. The film is based on Amos Oz’s The third film was “Under the Same memories growing up in Jerusalem before Sun” and tells the story of two business- the Establishment of Israel. As someone men who decide to establish a joint busi- that was born in Israel but lives abroad, ness, despite the opposition from their Natalie Portman was able to bring a new communities. The ending is optimistic and angle of this time period. Through the per- points towards a peace agreement between spective of Oz’s mother, whose village was Israel and Palestine. In the end, the film destroyed by the Nazis, the viewer sees her shows a Jewish family living in the settle- dream of becoming a pioneer in Israel col- ments lose their homes and jobs because lapse due to the hard life in the shadow of of the agreement, and a Palestinian grand- the Independence war far from the Euro- father returns to Jaffa to find his house no pean culture. That raises the question of the longer exists. Thus, despite the peace true Zionist dream. Perhaps Portman sees agreement, people on both sides still have a connection to her own personal life no home. The film looks at the conflict in through the film. a realistic way and emphasizes the neces- March 2016 Madison Jewish News/27 Connecting with Israel Israel’s Medical Achievements Israel is on the cutting edge of many http://www.timesofisrael.com/start- performed in disaster areas, at road acci- Yoav Medan, ex-CTO of Israeli focused medical technologies. Please take a look ups-sealant-for-collapsed-lungs-nabs- dents, and in developing countries where ultrasound specialists InSightec. below to see some of great advancements prize-at-innovex/ the medical infrastructure is limited. http://www.ninispeech.com/ that have been developed in Israel. Sensors to monitor the elderly. http://www.jewishpress.com/news/tec Device to shakeup a snorer. (TY Reversing Alzheimer’s symptoms. Kytera is another Israeli startup that has hnion-develops-small-portable-ultra- Dan) Israeli startup Nexense manufac- (TY UWI) Israel’s Dr. Shira Knafo heads developed innovative sensor technology sound/2016/02/09/ tures a device to treat snoring and sleep Spain’s Molecular Cognition Laboratory to keep a close eye on at-risk seniors. It Socks to warn of foot ulcers. An- apnea. Worn as a chest strap or wrist- at BioCruces Health Research Institute. also collects anonymous data that can be other great innovation from Hadassah / watch, it detects snoring or sleep apnea She has discovered a small protein, used to provide vital research on specific Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s and then vibrates to help the patient re- which inhibits the processes normally as- illnesses or medications. https://www. BioDesign students. Their SenseGo sume breathing or stop snoring, without sociated with impairment, including de- youtube.com/watch?v=oOTn_rmJexc socks contain dozens of micro-fabricated waking him / her up. http://nexense.com/ pression and Alzheimer’s disease. Heart device saves more lives. (TY pressure sensors that send warnings via ?page_id=87 http://www.algemeiner.com/2016/02/ Atid-EDI) I reported on Israel’s V-Wave smartphone of incorrect posture or ill-fit- http://www.globes.co.il/en/article- 09/medical-breakthrough-israeli-scien- in May 2014 when it implanted its first ting shoes that may cause foot ulcers to sleep-apnea-treatment-co-nexense- tist-heading-intl-research-team-reverses- heart shunt to treat congestive heart fail- develop. raises-3m-1001099272 alzheimers-symptoms-in-mice/ ure patients. It has since successfully http://new.huji.ac.il/en/article/28743 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2 http://www.nature.com/neuro/journal/va treated over 30 patients. V-Wave has just https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drc7 cUgh38h8gI https://www.youtube.com/ op/ncurrent/full/nn.4225.html raised $28 million to expand clinical NpiiB74 watch?v=SrCod0AQgyw Sealing wounds without stitches, evaluation, development and production. Another app to cure stuttering. Is- Linked to Life. (TY Chani) Cancer tape or bandage. Israel’s Vigor Medical http://vwavemedical.com/2016/01/20/ rael’s Ninispeech enables people who charity Ezer Mizion has a unique What- Technologies won the Innovex Disrupt v-wave-ltd-announces-28m-series-b-fi- stutter to take control over their speech, sApp Group. “Linked to Life” has about contest at Tel Aviv’s Innovex2016 con- nancing/ using unique mobile feedback technol- 4,000 volunteers who respond fast to ference. Vigor’s sealant system treats Portable ultrasound. Professor Yon- ogy. NiNiSpeech catalyzes assimilation (sometimes life-threatening) problems. thoracic trauma, a chest injury that can ina Eldar at Israel’s Technion is develop- of speech strategies, encourages commu- Like forgotten medication or a premature cause the lungs to collapse. If treated ing an innovative portable ultrasound nication, sharpens learning curve, and baby who needs special formula. within one hour, the patient has an 80% system that transmits scans to the treating maximizes success rate. Three top Israeli http://www.ezermizion.org/blog/whats- survival chance. physician immediately. Scans can be doctors are cofounders, including Dr app-by-kobi-arieli/ IsraAID expands its women empowerment HoneyAID program near Kathmandu, Nepal In September 2015, IsraAID launched completely owned, for their use only. its HoneyAID program in Nepal. A bee- On January 20, 2016, beekeeping keeping school was opened in Chature jackets were distributed to all 64 mem- village near Kathmandu, where 64 bers of the project’s first group to help women learned how to become beekeep- them protect them from stings. New bee ers, forming a cooperative to sell honey colonies and bee queens are being raised to local stores and tourists in Nepal. Each on the HoneyAID farm, and the Hon- Nepalese women receive protective beekeeping jackets. Photo courtesy IsraAID woman received one beehive stacked eyAID farm's workshop staff are at work Nepal. with a colony of local Himalayan bees to building new beehives to expand the start her venture. For many of them, this project. beehive was one of the first things they

A Nepalese woman receives her first beehive. Photo courtesy of IsraAID Nepal. 28/Madison Jewish News March 2016 Come and Celebrate PURIM AROUND THE WORLD! Sunday, March 20 9:30-11:30am at Temple Beth El 2702 Arbor Drive, Madison

◆ 9:30am – Doors Open ◆ 9:45am – The Purim Shpiel, brought to you by our Community Rabbis and Educators ◆ 10:00am – Carnival Booths Open Hamantashen and Carnival Snacks will be available for purchase

Stay tuned for more details! Volunteers will be needed, so please mark your calendars now and check your emails for volunteer sign-up information!