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OCTOBER 16, 2020 | TISHRI 28, 5781 | VOLUME 73, NUMBER 2 $1.50 Rabbi Alan Bachman Jewish candidates vie for office named next rabbi at up and down the ballot Ruach Hamidbar ELLEN O’BRIEN | STAFF WRITER ELLEN O’BRIEN | STAFF WRITER arly ballots for November’s Egeneral election started hitting fter 30 years at the helm of Ruach Hamidbar-Spirit of the Desert, mailboxes on Wednesday, Oct. 7. ARabbi Sarah Leah Grafstein is ready to hand over the reins. While Arizona garners national At Rosh Hashanah services this year, she announced that she headlines due to its swing state sta- would transition to the role of rabbi emerita and that Rabbi Alan tus in the presidential contest and a Bachman, an active member of the congregation since 1994, would close U.S. Senate race, notably there lead the congregation after her. are also several Jewish candidates “He’s very, very unique and very brilliant, and I could not be hap- running in down-ballot races. pier to find the right person,” Grafstein said. “It wasn’t like we had a Jewish News spoke to nine of rabbi search committee. Everybody knew him, everybody liked him, the Jewish candidates at all levels of and he sort of eased on in as the rabbi.” government in order to introduce For Bachman, it was Ruach Hamidbar and Grafstein herself that them to readers before they drop set him on the path to becoming a rabbi. At his first service at the a ballot in the mail or step into the synagogue in 1994, he felt welcomed by a congregation and a ser- voting booth. vice unlike any he knew. “It was lively, it was fun, you had people Jewish candidates in Arizona are running for various city, state and federal who were dancing. And it was my first experience really like that,” SEE CANDIDATES, PAGE 3 offices in November. Bachman said. “I’ve been going there ever since.” Bachman, who is also an attorney and a musician, started out playing music for High Holidays and other services. Eight years ago, he decided to pursue his calling to be a rabbi and began attending Getting to know you rabbinic courses offered by ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal. The first quarter of the Bureau of Jewish Education’s He’s served over the years as a rabbinic intern and then as associate Hebrew High just ended, but its students are still getting to know one another as they attend classes rabbi at Ruach Hamidbar, and his decades of involvement, Grafstein both in person and virtually. To read more, go to p. 7. said, made him the perfect fit for the congregation. PHOTO BY RABBI AVIVA FUNKE Since Rosh Hashanah, the two rabbis have continued working SEE RUACH, PAGE 2

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2 OCTOBER 16, 2020 JEWISH NEWS JEWISHAZ.COM HEADLINES a Jewish Renewal group that he founded in of joy and holy entertainment, I don’t know Berkeley, California. how else to put it,” Grafstein said. “It really is “When I felt like I was lost because I didn’t pretty phenomenal.” fit into that world anymore and yet I had this Since she founded Ruach Hamidbar in background and I didn’t know what to do 1989, it has remained the only Jewish Renewal with it, he sent me there,” Grafstein said. “And congregation in the state. While others have that’s what changed my life completely.” tried, Grafstein said, “it’s not easy to keep going Over the last 30 years at Ruach Hamidbar, on a shoestring budget.” Grafstein has seen Jewish Renewal grow and The congregation has changed over the spread throughout the Jewish world. She years — starting out as a part-time focus for credits the lessons of Jewish Renewal with Grafstein while she did chaplaincy work before generating innovation in the ways rabbis and growing into a full-time role — it’s always synagogues of all kinds appeal to and engage been what it needed to be for the community, their members today. and Grafstein is excited to see where it “I would say that Jewish Renewal adds a lot goes next. JN

CANDIDATES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★ SETH BLATTMAN even better for my kids than it’s been for me. My passion is the future; our livability and Running for: Arizona state Senate, District 23 quality of place. This means economic vital- Why are you running? I’m a small business ity, a diverse and resilient economy, quality owner and I’m running for Arizona’s senate development with public benefits, and col- because, since having my first nephew four laboration with our schools, so our children years ago, I have been thinking about the can get a top notch education and find good next generation of Blattmans. Our children jobs right here at home. deserve well-funded schools, but we’re 48th What issues are most important to you? in the country for per-pupil spending. They The quality of our schools: A thriving city deserve an economy that has a bright future, needs strong schools. Good schools raise instead we are losing our best and brightest our property values and attract residents to the likes of California and Texas. And we and businesses. all deserve representatives who look out for Vibrancy and diversity of our economy: the people of this state, not just their largest Investing in our economic hubs provides the donors. I am running because I was raised in sales tax revenue that keeps our quality of life Arizona and it is my home. We deserve better. high, property values strong and property What issues are most important to you? The taxes low. It’s how we create and maintain three most important issues to me are increas- a healthy, balanced community for ourselves ing school funding, ensuring we develop our and future generations. economy in a way that supports small busi- Completion of the General Plan, so we nesses and retains our young workforce and can define a clear vision for the future of our A Jewish Cemetery that cares reforming our campaign finance system to city. The General Plan must clearly reflect about the Jewish Community remove the many “bought and paid for” rep- the needs, desires and aspirations of our resentatives currently exploiting their office. current population. How does being Jewish shape your political How does being Jewish shape your political philosophy? My Jewish faith has instilled in philosophy? My Jewish faith shapes my desire me a strong sense of ethics and has made me to give back to my community; to get involved approach all matters — in business and politics in issues that matter. I can’t sit on the sidelines — with this way of thinking in mind. Above letting others make decisions that impact our all, I know the difference between right and lives. It takes strong, brave voices to make the wrong and act accordingly. All of my political world better for everyone. • Jewish Owned and Operated positions are informed by this — from how we • Sidewalks at Every Grave • Jewish Owned and Operated treat those who are less fortunate to what kind KATE GALLEGO • Caring Professional Staff of future we want to invest in for our children. • Intermarried• Paved Sidewalks Families Throughout –Welcome Running for: Mayor of Phoenix No Need to Ever Walk on a Grave This job is about serving others and I will • Intermarried Families Welcome Why are you running? So much in our world work my hardest every day with that in mind. • Beautiful(480) Open-Air 585-6060 Pavilion for Services has changed since I was elected to fill Mayor 24210• Caring N.and 68thProfessional Street, Staff Phoenix TAMMY CAPUTI Greg Stanton’s term. The impact of COVID- (off Pinnacle Peak Rd) Running for: Scottsdale City Council 19 has been profound and there is much mtsinaicemetery.com ground to cover before we truly see the kind (480) 585-6060 Why are you running? I’m running for City of economic recovery we need. That’s why www.mtsinaicemetery.com Council to be a positive, forward-thinking e-mail: [email protected] voice for Scottsdale. I want Scottsdale to be SEE CANDIDATES, PAGE 4 24210 N. 68th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85054 JEWISHAZ.COM JEWISH NEWS (off Pinnacle Peak Rd) OCTOBER 16, 2020 3 CANDIDATES Join the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Arizona Faith Network & JCRC in the biweekly: Eyes on the Prize: Interfaith Video & Discussion Series on Racial Justice

Seth Blattman, candidate for Tammy Caputi, candidate for Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Sharon Girard, candidate Joan Greene, candidate for Arizona State Senate Scottsdale City Council PHOTO COURTESY OF for Arizona State House of U.S. Congress PHOTO BY LANCE THORN PHOTO COURTESY OF TAMMY CAPUTI KATE GALLEGO FOR PHOENIX MAYOR Representatives PHOTO BY CELINA MEDINA PHOTO COURTESY OF SHARON GIRARD ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ I want to continue the work we’ve begun. medications. I worked in emergency rooms and not tearing ourselves apart. The voters We need a leader who will follow the science and women’s health clinics in rural com- want someone who will tell them the truth Racial justice & interfaith leaders and stand up to those who keep insisting that munities my entire career. I was dedicated to based on science and data, so they are able to video and discussion series we can skip simple precautions like masks. making sure women had the right to choose make decisions that are best for their families. on the civil rights movement, Phoenix needs a mayor committed to sup- and govern their own bodies. In the ER I The voters want their congresswoman to solve and how it affects us today. porting business — whether they’re large or helped immigrants, migrants, the disabled their problems, not create problems. The vot- small — to get the help they need to emerge and children without insurance. We must do ers want a congresswoman who is accessible, from this pandemic in a way that’s strong and better in Arizona, and I want to be there on accountable and honest — a person who cares sustainable. Phoenix has weathered this down- the front line, helping craft legislation that will and works for them. turn better than many other cities — that’s work for everyone. What issues are most important to you? why I believe I’m the right person for the job. What issues are most important to you? We Access to affordable quality health care, For screening dates and details, What issues are most important to you? must fully fund public education in our state. economic security, veterans medical care and registration info, visit: To make an effective recovery, we need the Public education was my road to success and and support, education, strengthening and kind of development that creates jobs and we everyone in my family. We cannot let our protecting Social Security and Medicare and arizonafaithnetwork.org need it in every corner of the city. I’m proud next generation down. We are starving our ethical government. to point out that Phoenix is the only city in public schools, diverting money via vouchers How does being Jewish shape your political the nation where construction expenditures to private education and losing money to tax philosophy? Our faith says we must extend have increased during the pandemic. But we breaks for the wealthy. our hand to those that are less fortunate. CONNECT WITH US have plenty of work still to do, in the areas How does being Jewish shape your political We must elect people who will lead with of transit and transportation, sustainability, philosophy? As a Jew I know what my priori- compassion and common sense. housing and equity. ties are. My father’s side is second generation How does being Jewish shape your political from Moldova region, my mother’s from ALMA HERNANDEZ philosophy? Our faith tells us that every Bessarabia. They came over via Ellis Island to Running for: Arizona House of Representatives, person has value and dignity and should work hard and make a better life for their chil- District 3 be treated that way. That was top of mind, dren. Jewish law teaches me to live a righteous I am running for especially when I saw the way some state and life. I am guided by those principles to give Why are you running? reelection because I have a lot more work to do national figures ignored the science around to the needy, help the poor, work for equality in order to help change our state and my com- masking, in particular. in all things and do good works when I am munity for the better. My community believes In the days leading up to my bat mitzvah, able. Working as an elected official to make in me and my ability to work in a bipartisan I learned so much from my grandfather. He lives better is putting these words into action. told me you are judged by the way you treat way to get things done on their behalf. I have the entire community. I’ve tried to put that JOAN GREENE a proven track record as a first time legislator. Daily Virtual Services advice into practice throughout my career, I ran for office because of my lived experiences Top Notch Adult Education Running for: U.S. House of Representatives, and because I knew that the only way to create and that’s why I am humbled and excited to Congressional District 5 Engaging Family Programming continue to put the people of Phoenix first. change on the issues affecting so many in my Focused Social Action Why are you running? Arizona’s Fifth District community was to step up and fight for them. Hybrid Religious School SHARON GIRARD is hungry for a representative that will repre- What issues are most important to you? First Things First Preschool sent their needs and to build a community Running for: Arizona House of Health care. As a public health professional this Strong Women’s League that works for everyone. Representatives, District 8 is the most import issue for me and the top We all want what is best for our families issue on my campaign. I’m honored to serve Why are you running? I practiced medicine and the kitchen table issues are non-partisan. on the health and human services committee. for 30 years as a physician’s assistant. I saw We all want a job that pays a self-sustaining If we are not taking care of the most vulner- how my patients struggled to access and wage, affordable quality health care, education able in our communities we will not succeed afford the care and medications they needed. for our children that prepares them for life as everything is centered around health care. After I retired I decided to run for state leg- opportunities and a secure retirement they That is followed by education and criminal islative office. I knew as a lawmaker for the have earned and saved for. This is not about justice reform. www.bethelphoenix.com state I could improve health care for people politics; it is about people. 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LOCAL Longtime AZ voters, experts talk about voting by mail SHANNON LEVITT | MANAGING EDITOR ready to handle the number of mail-in Kaylie Medansky, director of Temple ballots it expects to receive. “The primary Chai’s social action programs, works with n 1940, Adelle Abrahams cast her first election numbers were historic,” she said. volunteers to inform voters on all aspects Iballot in a presidential election. “I voted “We had more participation, higher turn- of the voting process. “We’ve had a num- for Franklin Delano Roosevelt,” Abrahams out and about 88% of voters participated ber of people want to get involved, because said, “and I went in person to vote in my by mail. If we see numbers similar to that this is something close to their hearts, and very first election.” for the general election, we anticipate that they want to volunteer,” she said. Adelle Abrahams on her 97th birthday But in the years since, Abrahams, 97, Election Day will be just as smooth as it Harriet Robbins, 83, is a veteran of PHOTO COURTESY OF ADELLE ABRAHAMS has been voting by mail, something more was for the primary election.” voting by mail, and is confident that her a poll worker was that it was an exhausting people are doing this year as a result of Annette Michaels, 93, is somewhat ner- vote will count this year as it has in the day. “You have to be there at 4 a.m., and the pandemic. vous about the election and whether her past. As a longtime former poll worker, you don’t get out until 7 in the evening,” “I’m going to take it directly to the post ballot will arrive in time. But as someone Robbins encourages people to volunteer. she said. “I even thought about it this year. office,” she said. “I’m going to hand it to who has voted in every presidential elec- In all her time as a poll worker, she said she But it would be too long a day for me.” the person at the counter. I’m taking every tion since she was 21, she takes her civic only experienced one “irritating man.” In Arnold Wininger, 93, sees this year’s precaution.” responsibility seriously. general, she said, it was fun and interesting, contest as a critical election. Since he first In 1991, Arizona’s legislature changed “Voting is not a chore,” Michaels said. and she met a variety of people. came to the United States in 1949 after the election law to allow any voter to “Voting is something that is much more Poll worker recruitment is a focus for losing his parents and brothers in the obtain a mail-in ballot for any reason. meaningful than just something to do. It’s Bones’ office as well as the governor’s Holocaust, he has valued the country’s free Before that change a voter had to provide our gift to ourselves to be able to vote. office this year. “The average age of the and fair elections and what they represent. a specific reason they couldn’t go to the "Just do it," she added. typical poll worker is over 65,” Bones said. Once he became a citizen, he became a polls in person on Election Day. In the last As a resident at The Palazzo, Michaels “We are asking that younger folks and diligent voter. decade, a majority of registered voters in will have access to a secure drop box for people without health conditions step up “I follow the democratic principles of Arizona chose to vote early and by mail. her ballot; that ballot, along with others, and help volunteer to be a poll worker and this country,” he said. “I’m waiting for Allie Bones, Arizona’s assistant secretary will then be picked up by a representative help with democracy.” my ballot. I have to vote by mail, and I’m of state, said that the state is more than from Maricopa County Elections. Robbins said the only drawback to being not worried about it.” JN

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With a number of family-owned across the country, it also delayed the approval businesses in the Jewish community, Weisz Downtown Minneapolis experienced massive violence and looting, as did many American cities, during riots in May. process for SCB’s application to the FDIC. said, SCB will be an important partner for Downtown Minneapolis experienced massive violence and looting, as did many American cities, during riots in May. After the pandemic hit in March, the FDIC Jewish-owned businesses, as well. Are you going to turn America over to a asked SCB to complete an additional step: a “We’re actually pretty excited about serving DemocraticAre you goingParty tothat turn tolerates America members over to awith three-year, month-by-month forecast for how what we think is an under-served Jewish busi- Democraticcontempt Party thatfor Israel tolerates and Jews?members with the bank would handle a pandemic scenario. ness community and having the understand- contempt for Israel and Jews? 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LOCAL Teens find community, ‘sense of normalcy’ at Hebrew High SHANNON LEVITT | MANAGING EDITOR it feel that we are one community.” This is the place to grow my Jewish self.” Edie, left, and Abbi Gobel in the sukkah at Gobel wasn’t in touch with the Jewish To drive home that spirit of community, the Martin Pear Jewish Community Center. die Gobel, 14, doesn’t mind the occa- community much before an incident in her year began with an in-person special reflection PHOTO BY SHANNON LEVITT Esional long trek to Martin Pear Jewish eighth-grade class led her to seek it out. After event to focus students on what they hope for the pandemic on everyone’s minds, she was Community Center in Scottsdale from her her class read a book about Judaism, her fellow in a time that continues to be unusually chal- sure she would find that they just wanted to home in Chandler. At its end is something students called it a cult. “This one kid said, lenging. Students talked about their goals and get back to a familiar routine, she said. that puts a smile on her face: the Bureau of ‘Oh, Jews control the world,’” Gobel recalled. accomplishments and how they could be and Instead, students recognized the problems Jewish Education’s Hebrew High class. “When you’re alone, you don’t really want do better, Funke said. in the world and that they want to be part Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Hebrew to cause a fight so I didn’t say anything,” she “It just created a sense of normalcy — just of the solution. Their big-picture perspec- High offers Hebrew language classes for said. “There isn’t really anyone to help you a chance to reflect and connect,” Funke said. tive helped to inspire more social justice and credit as well as classes designed to develop when you don’t have a community.” “It was the first time in six months that they’d political content in the upcoming courses. students’ Jewish identities. The second quar- Hebrew High provided her with the com- been able to come together for any type of real “We have kids who are 15 and really wish ter, which begins at the end of October, will munity she sought — and she convinced her engagement, and it was such a relief for many they could vote,” Funke said. “It’s amazing to offer several classes including “History of sister Abbi, 17, to join as well. kids just to see each other.” see we have these young voices ready to be in Anti-Semitism” and “Tough Conversations: Nora Feinberg, 16, a junior at Horizon Funke had students fill out a survey to the community and make a difference.” Social Justice.” There will continue to be both High School, agreed that community is one discover what really matters to them. Gobel Feinberg found inspiration in her recent in-person and virtual options. of the best things about Hebrew High. and Feinberg both appreciated the way it took class about applying Jewish values to life and “We’re still trying to find ourselves,” said “I don’t take Hebrew just for the credit,” account of student input. “Rabbi Funke’s now looks forward to the social justice course. Rabbi Aviva Funke, Hebrew High’s new said Feinberg, who is in her third year of making Hebrew High more of a community “I learned that you can’t change the world, principal. “It really is very difficult because the program. “I think being Jewish and and an extra fun Jewish thing to do during the but the thing you can do is work to educate it feels like two communities, our virtual having as many Jewish connections as week,” Feinberg said. yourself and advocate and find your purpose students and our in-person students. I’m I can is important, because I want my The teens’ responses to the survey turned and live it out,” said Feinberg. “That’s the way trying to figure out a way to really make identity to be super prominent in my life. out to be different than Funke expected. With to live life.” JN 1 STATE SENATOR + 2 STATE REPRESENTATIVES = REAL CHANGE IN ARIZONA ELECT THE TEAM WORKING FOR US IN DISTRICT 28 The upcoming election is critical for our community. A vote for this team is a vote to fully fund quality K-12 public education, ensure access to a‡ordable healthcare, and create an economy where everyone can thrive. LEARN MORE AT TEAMAZ28.COM

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LOCAL On the Move: East Valley JCC, Arizona ADL and Valley Beit Midrash ELLEN O’BRIEN | STAFF WRITER

A place where comfort Lerner joins and other marginalized groups. Arizona regional Pratt holds a bachelor’s degree in and exceptional care advisory board business management from Wenatchee for the ADL Valley College, is active in Rotary Club come together. In September, and serves as president of a free legal Sure as can be, that place is La Siena Senior Living Community. Marc Lerner non-profit. began a two- ADERS’ C RE HO 20 IC 0 E Which is why some folks call the comfort here “amazing.” 2 year term as EVJCC hires

Why not see if you share that same feeling? 2 Marc Lerner the chair of the controller drawn N E D P L A C PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ADL ARIZONA Anti-Defamation to community Call us today to learn more. League regional advisory board. programs and A hearing attorney for Mercy Care, nonprofit work CARF-ACCREDITED INDEPENDENT & ASSISTED LIVING board member of the Ryan House and The East Valley past president of Congregation Beth JCC hired 909 East Northern Avenue • Phoenix, AZ Israel, Lerner holds an MBA from the Charles Paltzer as LaSienaSeniorLiving.com • 602.635.2602 W.P. Carey School of Business and Charles Paltzer its new controller a law degree from the Sandra Day PHOTO COURTESY OF THE EAST VALLEY JCC after Charlie O’Connor College of Law at Arizona Reidhead, who served as the EVJCC’s State University. He succeeds former controller for more than 12 years, retired Free board chair Donna Pollack Johnson, who in September. Adjustments guided the Arizona region for the last two Paltzer said he was drawn to working years, including through the onset of the at the East Valley JCC because of the COVID-19 pandemic. agency’s great work in community TAGER “The strength that Marc brings to programs and early childhood education. the position of chair continues Donna’s “A passion for mission, community legacy of incredible leadership,” said involvement and charitable work are what OPTICAL Tammy Gillies, interim regional director drive me,” he said. 41 years experience worth seeing of the ADL Arizona. “We are extremely Paltzer moved to Arizona from Chicago LTD grateful to Donna for her steady guidance in 2001. He previously served as director SUK-HUI during these challenging times, and we of global affairs at the Cardio Renal GLASSES & CONTACT LENSES look forward to the bold, strategic vision Society of America and as director of • Marc brings to the role of chair during a finance at the National Kidney Foundation • Unique time when anti-Semitism and hate of all of Arizona, and holds a bachelor’s Custom kinds continues to rise.” degree in international accounting from • Dior • Cazal Weddings Benedictine University. • Rayban • Maui Jim FashionsSpecial Occasions Valley Beit Midrash welcomes “We are very happy that Mr. Charlie development manager Paltzer has joined the EVJCC as Exquisite fabric, Jenny Pratt, the new development controller,” said Rabbi Michael Beyo, trim, silk, & lace. manager at Valley Beit Midrash, CEO of the EVJCC. “Charlie brings joined the organization in September. many years of nonprofit, as well as for- Custom tailoring She previously served for two decades profit, experience in similar positions. & alterations for as chief executive officer of YWCA He has an exceptional understanding men's & women's North Central Washington, a nonprofit of best procedures and policies that clothing. with programs that focus on homeless an organization needs to implement BILTMORE PLAZA housing, job training, social justice to serve the community. Last but not 32nd St. & Camelback advocacy and education. As CEO, least, Mr. Paltzer is very dedicated to the 602-957-1716 7038 E. McDonald Dr. Pratt advocated for civil rights for EVJCC’s mission and we are certain he women and girls, people of color, will bring innovation and new ideas to Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. immigrants, the LGBTQ community our operations.” JN

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LOCAL Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art reopens; Jewish artists’ work exhibited

SHANNON LEVITT | MANAGING EDITOR describing a large light-filled yellow painting in the show. “This is like an elixir or medicine cottsdale Museum of Contemporary for what it is we’re going through — more SArt reopened its doors to the public on of what we need.” Saturday, Oct. 3, after being shuttered since Solomon’s exhibition was originally March 16. scheduled for mid-summer, and the museum “It’s time to make these exhibitions planned a 900-person opening. She was available to the public again,” said David somewhat disappointed to miss out on a great Itzkowitz, SMoCA’s advisory council chair. party, she quipped, but now that the show is Opening day was completely booked, finally up, Solomon feels very enthusiastic. according to Lauren Zapien, SMoCa’s mem- She experienced it as a boost to her own bership and events manager, who is looking momentum at a time when many artists are forward to people continuing to come back finding themselves at loose ends. to the museum in the weeks ahead. To that “I’ve had all this momentum of the show end, admission is free for the month of and what hopefully will transpire from it,” she October, although attendance will be lim- said. “It was a great gift at a time when the art ited to 20 visitors per hour and group tours world is kind of being burned — being able limited to six visitors in a group. to come and meet people feels healthy and In order to protect visitors and staff, full of growth at a time most people aren’t SMoCA instituted safety guidelines consis- “Studio Visit” is a photograph representing Nellie King Solomon at work in her studio with custom- feeling that.” made tools applying paint to Mylar. It is part of Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art’s new exhibit, tent with Scottsdale and Maricopa County “BEYOND: Works by Nellie King Solomon and Barbara Stauffacher Solomon." PHOTO BY SHANNON LEVITT Although Solomon’s work is not explicitly ordinances. Masks are required, the museum Jewish and she was not raised in a devoutly high-touch locations will be cleaned and Solomon and Barbara Stauffacher Solomon” work, while the younger Solomon’s exhibi- Jewish household, she said she was raised in “a sanitized throughout the day and there will is one two new exhibitions that will run from tion consists of a few recent series of abstract very Jewish way.” She comes from a family of be several hand sanitizer stations. the opening through Jan. 31, 2021. It pres- paintings done on Mylar, a type of industrial makers: filmmakers, writers, designers, archi- “SMoCA is a hidden gem,” Itzkowitz ents the work of two Jewish women who also polyester film. tects and engineers. “My family repeatedly said, noting that many in Greater Phoenix happen to be mother and daughter. “Intentionally the show holds different had to live by their wits and make something are not aware of its existence. He hopes that After many years of working together but complementary narratives,” Nellie King and care about hard work and ambition and will change, and said he wants people to be and supporting one another, Nellie King Solomon said, describing her project. She reinvention and survival — all of those are aware of the museum, but not for the exhibi- Solomon, who attended the museum’s described this as some of her “tougher work” incredibly Jewish qualities,” she said. tions alone. “What we’re striving to do,” he reopening, said this will be the first time the that doesn’t usually get chosen by galleries. “America takes its mess and turns it into said, “is not only expose the general public two will actually exhibit together, although She said her paintings challenge ideas of culture, and that’s ultimately what Jewish to contemporary art, but also to promote their shows are distinct in subjects and where America stands in the present moment people do really well: take a good hard look at diversity and comity among all our patrons.” approaches. She was excited that Jennifer and deal directly with the pandemic’s curfews where we are and bring it forward and create Itzkowitz, who is Jewish, pointed out McCabe, SMoCA’s director and chief and closures and racial unrest brought on by culture out of what is hard to name,” she said. that the museum has a substantial Jewish curator, saw fit to include them both. the killing of George Floyd. “We sought refuge in America, and we make membership that is very supportive of the The focus of the older Solomon’s contri- And yet, Solomon also included a piece culture out of the mess and confusion and arts in general. bution is graphic design, architecture and that represented a break from the darker complication that is America — I’ve definitely “BEYOND: Works by Nellie King writing and includes both past and recent aspect of her art. “I actually shifted,” she said, made paintings about that.” JN

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LOCAL You should know ... Andi Barness

SHANNON LEVITT | MANAGING EDITOR kids would always make fun of me stand- seat area that the birds are pooping on ping cart, whether it’s a small Trader Joe’s ing there for a few minutes until it dried while they’re sitting out in the parking lot, shopping cart, or an extra large Costco ndi Barness has a lot of big ideas. because I hated wiping it down, having it that the babies are sneezing on and drool- shopping cart. It’s got elastic and it also AWhen she excitedly began sharing be wet and then having to touch it. ing on ... ” The list was kind of endless. has an area for the kids to put their legs, her new idea to keep grocery shopping Once we were in quarantine you watch I said, “I have this idea. I can just put like for the toddlers. carts clean in the midst of the coronavirus the news and it’s pretty much like, “Don’t a plastic liner over it and then when I’m After trial and error, we applied for a pandemic, her husband shrugged — he breathe, don’t touch, don’t do anything done take it off.” patent, and I couldn’t believe it, but we assumed it would fizzle out. But this time or you could get really sick.” Trust me, I have a lot of ideas and this actually got a patent. was different. This time she convinced her I knew that the only place that I was was one that my husband — eventually How complicated a process is that? family that she had a winner with Cart going was the market. I just started think- — said, “Wow! That’s a really good idea.” I think when you’re doing something Safe, a reusable lining for shopping carts. ing about everything that I was touching But you had to modify your original like this you have to have people in your Barness, a mother of three sons, has and who was touching what I was touch- idea? corner that know what they’re doing, worked as a radio DJ and traffic reporter, ing and I did a little homework to find It started with making a prototype and or you have to know where to go. My TV host, infomercial host, spokesperson out how dirty the grocery carts are. The trying to design something that looks just husband is in manufacturing of mobility and has done marketing for her husband’s three dirtiest things in the grocery store like a shopping cart — almost like a mold. scooters. We have an attorney for our manufacturing business. Now she can are the floors, the toilet and the grocery We took it to someone to do a drawing business and we were able to hire him to add inventor to her lengthy resume. She carts. And I know for a fact I was touching and then I sent it out to manufacturers all help us. You want to move fast so you pay spoke with Jewish News about the genesis one of those things — the grocery cart. over. And I wasn’t getting any response more money to move quickly. I utilized of her idea and the process of bringing it How did that experience lead to an because with COVID everyone was try- my husband and the internet and friends, to market. invention? ing to make masks. I just had to try harder and you just keep searching until you find Why shopping carts? I came home and told my husband, to get someone to help me. people to help you. I have always been that person that “There’s got to be a way that I can cover One thing led to another and I realized My husband deals with manufacturing would go to the market and not want to this grocery cart because of how dirty it that I was trying to make it too compli- and ordering, and I was the one doing touch the cart’s handles, and I wipe off is with the germs — the juices from the cated. I decided just to have a liner that all the legwork. He definitely was the everything with the little wet wipe. My chickens, the baby’s diapers sitting in the actually has elastic so it can fit over a shop- one that said, “OK, you need to do this,

10 OCTOBER 16, 2020 JEWISH NEWS JEWISHAZ.COM HEADLINES you need to do this, you need to How is business? there was no looking back. We do this.” Business is fantastic. And it took a belonged to Temple Chai, and my We were in a hurry because I little while to get the word out. But kids have all been bar mitzvahed. was still kind of grossed out about we sold out of our first container. Now I’m remarried to another going to the grocery store. COVID We had to limit it to two per per- Jewish man. and the flu and baby diapers and son. I want so many people to have I was a lot more involved when germs and bacteria are never going it, and I don’t want one person to my kids were younger. I definitely anywhere — hopefully COVID will buy all of them. Every day is bet- don’t go to services as much as I stop, but everything else is here to ter than the day before and it’s so would like to. But when I do go it stay. exciting. The scary part’s over now. feels so good. I just think life gets What did your family think of your This is just really exciting and really, busy and you start new businesses invention? really fun especially because I have and your kids grow up and things I don’t think they thought that I a patent and that just makes it even just change, but I’m definitely a would do it because I have a lot more real. Jewish girl. of ideas all the time. But this one We have a patent on the baskets How did your family feel about I actually pushed through to really that you carry by hand now. We’re your conversion? make it happen. They’re supportive. also looking to do a liner possibly My grandparents built a Catholic Although when we’re in the super- that is washable. As it is now you get church, and my dad was brought market with a bright blue liner on 10 in a package, and you can actually up Mormon so it was definitely the shopping cart, it definitely gets go home and wash those so you can weird. I think the hardest part was noticed, and they’re boys. I’m sure use them a couple times each. the holidays. Christmas was defi- they’d rather go hide in a hole. You take it home and rinse it in nitely difficult. What’s weird now is This endeavor is different than some disinfectant and water and just I’ve been Jewish longer than I was being a spokesperson for someone let it air dry. I’ve gotten like five or Catholic. Now when Christmas rolls else’s product. This is my livelihood six uses out of them. along I don’t feel a longing or that now. We have a lot invested in this. What’s your relationship to I’m missing out on something. Once I got my husband on board, Judaism? I did it for the sake of my kids. I he believed in it and there’s no turn- I was 21 when I converted to wanted them to have one religion, Andi Barness with her invention, Cart Safe. She created it to make ing back. I never hear the word no. Judaism for my first husband, and and my kids are Jewish. JN going to the grocery store a little cleaner. PHOTO COURTESY OF ANDI BARNESS

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LOCAL doctors are hosting the fundraiser, “The others at the same time.” live theatre,” said Julia Haase, Phoenix Show Must Go On” on Friday, Oct. 23, “Children who participate in theater Theatre Company’s director of patron from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. derive benefits that will carry forward into advancement. The pair will donate all proceeds earned adulthood, even if they do not pursue Beth El’s annual Yom Kippur food drive that day, including from eye exams and theater as a career,” said Goldberg. declared a success the sale of glasses, contact lenses, etc., “We are so very grateful for the angels Beth El Congregation held its annual to Valley Youth Theatre and Phoenix in our community like Drs. Cohen and Yom Kippur food drive on Sunday, Sept. Theatre Company. Cohen and Goldberg Goldberg,” said Bobb Cooper, Valley 27. Congregants donated more than are affiliated with Temple Chai. Youth Theatre’s artistic director. “We 2,800 pounds of food, clothing and “The arts add so much to our quality were thrilled when they reached out household items. Beth El’s contribu- of life here in the Valley, and we want to us with this wonderful idea for this tion will be used to refill the shelves of to make sure they stay viable for the fundraiser.” Phoenix’s ICM Food & Clothing Bank time when we can again all gather,” said Valley Youth Theatre was started 32 and to support its ongoing efforts to help Cohen, via email. “During a time that so years ago by one of Cohen’s first patients, feed the hungry in the community. many of us feel powerless, it is empower- Hope Ozer. The drive-through donation drop was ing to be able to help our patients and The Phoenix Theatre Company recently organized and overseen by members help the community at the same time.” celebrated its 100th anniversary and is the of the Beth Social Action Committee. “Judaism, like all great religions, has longest-running theater group west of Several staff were on hand to interact with a strong foundation in giving,” Cohen the Mississippi. This season was the first congregants and chat briefly since there Drs. Amanda Goldberg and Stephen Cohen continued. “Throughout my 34 years in time that production was suspended in are no in-person services currently. The PHOTO COURTESY OF DR. STEPHEN COHEN practice in Scottsdale, I have maintained its history. drive-through lasted two and a half hours, Local optometrists donate day of the attitude that in order to receive from “In a time when numerous organizations and there was no contact in accordance proceeds to the arts the community, you must first give to the are struggling and in need of support, we’re with social distancing guidelines. Scottsdale optometrists Stephen Cohen community. Being charitable with one’s humbled by Dr. Cohen and Goldberg’s The next opportunity to donate will and Amanda Goldberg are big supporters time and resources can be one of the desire to include The Phoenix Theatre be on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to of live theater. In order to show their sup- most fulfilling mitzvot. Few things Company in their philanthropic efforts noon. Beth El will be collecting hygiene port at a time when COVID-19 is causing professionally have felt as good as help- highlighting the importance of commu- items for Project Haven, a Central financial hardship to local theaters, the eye ing patients and also being able to help nity connection through the power of Arizona Shelter Services project which ELECTION 2020 How to guarantee your voice is heard.

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12 OCTOBER 16, 2020 JEWISH NEWS JEWISHAZ.COM BRIEFS provides temporary homeless shelter for keeping Jewish genealogy meaningful cancer awareness. It is promoting a variety rehabilitation program, will be at the MPJCC the elderly. and relevant.” of activities designed to promote unity for a holistic fitness class. To register, go to: “The Beth El Social Action and Justice IAJGS is an umbrella organization safely while also providing information http://vosjcc.org/pinkribbon360 Committee has been quite active this for more than 91 Jewish genealogical meant to reduce risk and advance early The conclusion of programming will year,” said Beth El member Sara Ziskin, organizations worldwide. Its goal is to detection and treatment. be Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 7:00 p.m. at via email. “Our main project has been enable people to research Jewish ancestry The programming began Thursday, the fundraising event Bingo for Breast to adopt Project Haven. Generally we and heritage. Oct. 15, with Abrazo Health hosting a Cancer. Ten percent of proceeds will go to do one drive a month for the benefit Garber is chair of the Phoenix Jewish Pretty in Pink Happy Hour for National the Gilda Radner-inspired organization, of Project Haven. We have had great Genealogy Group and on the board of Mammography Day at MPJCC. Linda Cancer Support Community in Arizona. participation from our members.” the Arizona Jewish Historical Society. She Greer and Lise Walker, doctors at Abrazo Actress, comedian and two-time cancer Phoenix resident elected to board of served for nearly 10 years as one of the Health, discussed breast imaging and the survivor Aniela McGuinness will Zoom International Association of Jewish moderators of the JewishGen Discussion risks and genetic factors that contribute in to discuss her experience of being a Genealogical Societies Group and on the boards of both Ukraine to breast cancer. survivor. This program is sponsored by the Emily Garber, a Phoenix resident, was and Romania Special Interest Groups. “Women should be proactive about Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix and elected to the board of directors of Garber is a professional genealogy knowing their breast density and risk PINK RIBBON 360. To register go to: the International Association of Jewish researcher, writer and speaker who spe- assessment value, and no matter their http://vosjcc.org/bingoforbreastcancer. Genealogical Societies at its International cializes in Jewish genealogical research. schedule, make time to get screened,” “The Martin Pear JCC is extremely Jewish Genealogy Conference, presented Over the years she worked with Eastern stated Greer in the announcement. “If proud to partner with amazing organiza- virtually in August. More than 2,300 European and German Jewish communi- you think you may be at risk, please talk tions such as Abrazo Health in support of registrants from 28 countries attended ties and immigrants to the United States to your doctor about recommendations Breast Cancer Awareness Month,” stated the conference. and Great Britain. She has toured family for screenings and how often you should Lynette Stein, director of corporate and “Jewish genealogists are at the fore- shtetlach (communities) and explored get them.” community relations for MPJCC. “Our front of remembering and honoring our archives in Ukraine. Abrazo Health partnered with JFQ mission is to build connections that enrich ancestors,” said Garber, via email. “I am Martin Pear JCC announces breast Lending and the Minkoff Center for physical, mental and spiritual growth. It is pleased to serve on the board and help cancer awareness programming Jewish Genetics. our hope that through this programming, the IAJGS solidify its service to the Jewish Martin Pear Jewish Community Center On Sunday, Oct. 18 at 11:30am, Teri our community is able to come together genealogy community and move for- recently announced a month-long sched- Friedland, the creator of PINK RIBBON to learn as well as celebrate and honor ward with new and innovative initiatives: ule of programming in support of breast 360, an individualized breast cancer friends and family.” JN

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ISRAEL Israeli Health Ministry publishes results of nationwide mixed-population areas was higher, at 5.5%. In haredi (ultra- Journalist Eitan Haber, confidant of Yitzhak Rabin, dies at 80 COVID-19 serological survey Orthodox) towns and cities, the number of positive results Eitan Haber — reporter, publicist and bureau chief for the According to a nationwide serological survey conducted by the was five times higher than in other areas. office of the late Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin — died Israeli Health Ministry, SARS-CoV-2 antibodies are present in The ministry statement stressed that the presence of anti- on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the age of 80. only 5.5% of the country’s population, far from the number bodies does not necessarily indicate long-term immunity and Haber became world-famous for his tearful announcement required for “herd immunity” from the virus, the ministry reiterated the importance of wearing masks and adhering to to the public, at the entrance to Tel Aviv’s Sourasky Medical announced Oct. 8, 2020. social-distancing directives, even for those with antibodies. Center (Ichilov Hospital) on the night of Nov. 4, 1995, that The survey, which was carried out between July and According to ministry data, of the 46,350 COVID-19 tests Rabin had died of the wounds he sustained when shot by an September in collaboration with Israel’s four health funds, conducted on Wednesday, 8.9% were positive, marking this the assassin during a peace rally a short time earlier. examined 55,000 samples taken from across the country, first time the figure has dropped under 10 since the beginning “I regret the passing of the late Eitan Haber, who was according to a statement from the ministry. The study found of the nationwide lockdown on the eve of Rosh Hashanah. among the pillars of Israeli journalism for decades,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement. antibodies present in 3.8% of those sampled (5.5% after equal- There has been cautious optimism in the country in recent “Haber earned a name for himself as a thorough and cred- izing variables to their values among the general population). days as the number of daily cases has continued to drop, According to Health Minister Yuli Edelstein, “Israel is one ible man of letters. Israeli security was foremost among his indicating that the lockdown is beginning to have an effect. of the first countries in the world to conduct serological cover- concerns, and he wrote about it in clear, original and fascinat- However, Coronavirus Project Coordinator Ronni Gamzu age on a national scale and with such a wide range of subjects.” ing language. His many books, which enrich military-literature warned during an interview with Ynet on Oct. 7, that, The survey found that nearly 30% more men than women shelves, are of historical value,” he said. paradoxically, the falling morbidity numbers themselves had antibodies present in their blood (4.9% vs. 3.1%), while “Eitan Haber assisted several heads of state, especially the the rate among children aged 10-18 was found to be 8.1% — posed a risk. late Yitzhak Rabin. We will never forget his emotional and the highest figure of all the groups sampled. “When the morbidity rate drops, even slightly,” said Gamzu, dramatic announcement about the shocking murder. As The geographical distribution of antibodies was also found “there is less of a tendency [among the public] to get tested.” bureau chief of the Prime Minister’s Office, he was imbued to be uneven, with 9.5% of samples from the Jerusalem district He stressed that COVID-19 is largely asymptomatic, and with a sense of mission and dedication to his position. He was testing positive, as opposed to 1.1% for the Haifa district. In that most of those with the disease are not aware of it, yet are — inter alia — on the team that paved the way to the peace the Tel Aviv region, the figure was 2.2%. still highly contagious. Anyone with even the slightest suspi- agreement with Jordan,” added Netanyahu. In “large” towns and cities (with more than 50,000 inhabit- cion of having been exposed to the virus, he said, should get He concluded by saying, “I remember my many conversa- ants) 4.3% of samples tested positive, while for medium and tested immediately, regardless of whether or not he feels sick. tions with Eitan over the years, and the insights that I gained small towns the figures were 3.2% and 3.4% respectively. The overall number of COVID-19 tests being carried out, from his knowledge and experience. I send my sincerest In non-Jewish areas, antibodies were found in 2.1% of he said, was still not high enough. condolences to his family. May his memory be blessed.” JN samples, as opposed to 3.6% for Jewish areas, while the rate in “I need [all of] Israel to go and get tested,” he said. Compiled from JNS reports.

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14 OCTOBER 16, 2020 JEWISH NEWS JEWISHAZ.COM OPINION Editorials To the Editor Senior rides The limits of protest I enjoyed reading your 2020 Best of Jewish News/ Senior Living & Lifestyle magazine. It was very infor- he sometimes violent protests last week in the All of that after an earlier announcement that schools mative regarding helpful information and resources for TBrooklyn neighborhood of Borough Park were in hotspots would be closed. older adults. I would like to add some clarification about disturbing. Although the communal frustration that Cuomo’s sleight of hand in the midst of the the Federation Senior Rides program. I believe that your prompted the reaction may have been fueled by poor Sukkot holiday, and two short days before the festive readers deserve to know the real history of this program. or misleading communications by New York Gov. Simchat Torah holiday, offended and frustrated the The article states, “The inception of this program began Andrew Cuomo, much of the graphically reported community, leading to demonstrations that turned with the goal of bringing a greater quality of life to seniors response was upsetting. Simply stated, the lapses of violent and included burning masks and attacks on who cannot drive and do not have the means to pay for public officials did not justify the Chilul Hashem innocent bystanders — including journalist Jacob their own transportation.” That is exactly right, but the (desecration of God’s name) that followed from a Kornbluh, a Chasidic national politics reporter for Federation didn’t start the program. It was started in small, violent part of the community. The Jewish Insider, who was attacked and labeled a February 2016 by my husband, Alan and me, along with We understand the frustration of the tight-knit “snitch” for his reports on the protests and apparent the Friedel Family Foundation, and was known as the and insular Orthodox communities, which have been sympathy toward the regulatory restrictions. Friedel Family Foundation Senior Transportation Fund. severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and Reactions to the violence within the haredi Jewish News’ article “Federation aims to expand senior which chafe at what are perceived as unduly harsh community were mixed. While some condemned and rides program” on Feb. 12, 2016, gives the specifics of restrictions that medical and government authorities discouraged it in clear terms, others sought to justify the launching of the program. feel necessary to control the spread of the coronavirus. the reaction and to rally more unrest. We condemn The rides were offered through Envoy America (as they are today), and Smile On Seniors administered the fund with 100% going toward rides for seniors. After the launch- ing of our fund, the Jewish Federation came to us asking if we’d be willing to partner with them on the program. REACTIONS TO THE VIOLENCE We agreed to terms and worked together for a short while before terminating our agreement which was covered in the WITHIN THE HAREDI COMMUNITY WERE Jewish News. We eventually transferred the program to the Federation in late 2016. The Federation changed the name MIXED. WHILE SOME CONDEMNED AND of the program to the Federation Senior Rides program. Alan and I are so happy that the program continues today, DISCOURAGED IT IN CLEAR TERMS, OTHERS thanks to the generosity of the Molly Blank Fund of The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. May Federation’s SOUGHT TO JUSTIFY THE REACTION Senior Rides program continue to provide rides to seniors for many years. AND TO RALLY MORE UNREST. Randi Jablin, Scottsdale

Recipe not kosher I recently was able to catch up with unread editions of And we recognize the significant value members the “leaders” who promoted more violence. your paper. I can’t begin to tell you how distressed and of those communities place on collective prayer, There are legitimate means for protest, and many offended I was by the inclusion of the chicken recipe for in-person yeshiva and other Torah study activity, in the haredi community sought to pursue them, Rosh Hashanah. The recipe included the use of BUTTER large wedding celebrations and the public honor of including an emergency application to the federal which, of course, is a violation of kashrut. As person who communal mourning at funeral services. But none court to protect threatened religious rights and to observes kashrut laws I was deeply offended by seeing that of that justifies putting lives in danger or outright enjoin the governor’s restrictions. That application recipe included. To add insult to injury, it was featured as criminal behavior. was denied. a Rosh Hashanah dish! What is clear from numerous reports is that We regularly remind ourselves of our charge to I have been a long-time supporter of the paper. I hope Gov. Cuomo blindsided the haredi community be a light unto the nations. That responsibility others have brought this matter to your attention and that when he first told the leadership in an Oct. encompasses every aspect of our public, communal an apology will be printed for the inclusion of this recipe. 6 conference call that if “community leaders lives, and is supposed to inform what we do and how enforced the 50% [occupancy] guideline, shuls we do it, even when it comes to protecting the free Barbara L. Holzman would not be closed,” and then shortly thereafter exercise of religion. Orderly, respectful and forceful announced that synagogues and other houses protest is fine. Violence is not. We encourage our Ed. note: We apologize for the inclusion of a recipe that was of worship in coronavirus “hotspots” would be community to act as a beacon of light in these dark not kosher. It was an oversight on our part, and no offense limited to a maximum of 10 people, and that times — not by burning masks, but through the light was intended. We have instituted procedures so that this does nonessential businesses in those areas would be closed. of the Torah. JN not happen again.

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AMANDA BERMAN

n Brooklyn on the sixth distancing of religious communities faiths and creeds, struggling to recover. officials have done a poor job conduct- Inight of Sukkot, an does not impede on religious freedom. We need to ask ourselves: why are we ing outreach to Orthodox communities. anti-mask populist con- Enforcement of these lifesaving precau- — especially those of us who call ourselves Mistranslating Yiddish, acting slowly and vinced members of the tions in the Orthodox community is not progressive Jews — so complacent about failing to use well-known communication Orthodox Jewish com- anti-Semitism. Stigmatizing all Orthodox and comfortable with the singling out channels to give Orthodox Jewish com- munity in Borough Park to turn what is Jews based on the actions of a few, and generalizing of the entire Orthodox munities the information they needed to an annual celebration of forthcoming rain- however, is. Jewish community? This community isn’t combat a measles outbreak last year is one fall, called Simchat Beit HaShoeva, into a example. This knowledge is essential back- violent and hateful display of ignorance. ground information to this conversation. The physical violence, including the MOST ORTHODOX JEWS HAVE Outreach to these specific Orthodox brutal beating of two men, and burning communities has been uneven at best and of masks that occurred is nauseating, rep- TAKEN AND CONTINUE TO TAKE irresponsible at worst. Guidelines for social rehensible and dangerous. Those respon- THE PANDEMIC SERIOUSLY. distancing have not taken into account the sible absolutely must be held accountable. challenges that specifically impact many Our hearts are with our friend Jacob members of these Jewish communities, Kornbluh, a widely-respected journalist Most Orthodox Jews have taken and monolithic; it’s heterogenous, nuanced, which often don’t have internet access. who was assaulted in his own community continue to take the pandemic seriously. multi-faceted, and complicated. As of mid-September 2020, there were for doing his job while supporting mask- LA’s Orthodox leaders quickly mobilized Parts of it experiences high rates of pov- no Yiddish-speaking contact tracers wearing as an urgent public health man- to contain the spread of coronavirus, erty, low rates of health literacy, language employed by the city. In neighborhoods date. And we are deeply concerned that arguably saving countless lives. There barriers and deep, multi-generational where most Jews speak English, Hebrew on Monday, after the arrest of the agitator are Orthodox Jews who contracted the mistrust of government, stemming from or Russian — not Yiddish — loudspeak- responsible for this heinous violence and disease early and survived then donated centuries of persecution and medical abuse ers twice blasted information in Yiddish misinformation, Jacob was again targeted. blood plasma by the thousands in an at the hands of public health authorities. despite criticism. Some of the outreach Requiring mask-wearing and social effort to save the lives of people of all This isn’t the first time public health SEE BERMAN, PAGE 17 Substance abuse affects Jewish community, too

MITCH PRAGER ing those suffering from substance In addition to thinking addiction is a prevention and treatment methods. use disorders. shanda, we are often in denial about it. • Routine: Those in active addiction ctober is National Drinking alcohol is not bad — it is part Denial, being a symptom of alcoholism, often have neglected the basics of good Substance Abuse O of our Jewish culture. But for some drink- shields prevention efforts. Education and health such as sleep, exercise and eating Prevention Month, and ing alcohol is devastating and for some awareness can lower this shield of denial. well. A good night’s rest is easier with the best way to prevent even fatal. It’s not how often one drinks or You may know of someone that may have a nighttime routine that may include substance abuse is to how much one drinks; it’s what happens a problem with drugs or alcohol, and the meditation, herbal tea, essential oil, a talk about it. We must acknowledge when one drinks that determines if they good news is that professional help is night mask, a weighted blanket and a that it is also a problem for us, the are a heavy drinker or perhaps an alcoholic readily available. high-quality mattress. Medically appro- Jewish community. — in other words, if their drinking is not I have had the privilege of helping priate exercise such as weight training, Jewish people die every day of alcohol- a problem, then it’s not a problem. alcoholics, addicts and their families since yoga, water aerobics and enjoyable ism, opioid addiction and other substance Let’s prevent substance abuse by talking 1998. Below are some steps you or your physical recreational activities like hik- use disorders. about it instead of covering it up. loved ones can use to help prevent sub- ing are important. Eat healthy and While the numbers are staggering It’s not a shanda. Addiction is an ill- stance abuse in your home. nutritious meals — if we eat food as (about 130 U.S. citizens die every day ness, not a moral or ethical problem or medicine then we are less likely to eat from opioid overdose and 260 from • Community: Isolation is a symptom a lack of willpower. There should be no medicine as food. alcoholism) these are not just numbers to guilt or shame associated with having the of alcoholism and addiction. Having a me. I lost my brother Jeff to an accidental disease of alcoholism or addiction. Just healthy support group such as a weekly • Comprehensive prevention: The most opioid overdose in 2010 and my best as a diabetic is not responsible for hav- sober Shabbat, regular attendance at the effective addiction and alcoholism treat- friend Jerry to alcoholism in 2012. Jeff ing the disease of diabetes, an alcoholic JACS (Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically ment — and therefore prevention — is and Jerry were members of our Arizona is not responsible for having the disease Dependent Persons and Significant comprehensive and includes medical, Jewish community and their passing led of addiction. However, the diabetic Others) meeting, regular attendance clinical, holistic and spiritual modalities. to my mission, passion and purpose of and the alcoholic are responsible for at synagogue or 12-step meetings and preventing substance abuse and treat- their treatment. having close sober friends are effective SEE PRAGER, PAGE 17

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Rising from the pandemic SHABBAT ENDS RABBI PINCHAS ALLOUCHE question is if we can find the courage and rest of their life, but that didn’t stop strength to rise up after we fall. any of them from doing the right thing. OCT. 17 - 6:29 P.M. PARSHAH BERESHIT Unfortunately, many people find it very They understood what Winston OCT. 24 - 6:21 P.M. GENESIS 1:1-6:8 hard to rise after experiencing falls. Why? Churchill proclaimed a few millennia Because falls breed despair. Despair then after them: “Success consists of going t seems like an hurts our self-esteem. And a damaged from failure to failure without loss Find area congregations at jewishaz.com, where Iopening replete self-esteem, in which a person ceases to of enthusiasm.” you can also find our 2020 Community Directory. with sin. believe in himself, brings about more and The lesson for all of us is vital: The The snake sins more falls. reaction to destruction must be construc- as he seduces the But the founders of humanity acted tion. The best answer to evil must be certitude is an illusion; that the journey inhabitants of Eden. Adam and Eve defy differently. Adam and Eve ate from the goodness. The only response to darkness of life, with all of its fluctuations, is the G-d’s commandment and they too sin as forbidden fruit, and they immediately must be light. And as long as the soul destination; that the only true anchors they eat from the forbidden tree. Cain began to raise a family. Cain commits still resides in the body, and as long as of life are our beloved families, our true sins as he murders his own brother, Abel. one of the worst sins ever. But he then the breath of G-d replenishes our lives at friends, our values, our moral compass And eventually, the entire human experi- immediately repents, marries, begets a every moment, one must make a positive and our God-given skills and purpose; ence on earth fails, as we succumb to our child and builds a city, naming it after difference in this world in spite of the and that although we have no control worse inclinations: jealousy, promiscuity, his son, Chanoch. The human experience many falls and challenges, without loss over external circumstances, we do have thievery and more. fails, and a devastating flood emerges. But of enthusiasm and with more light, more full control over our attitude, and our But is that a fitting introduction to such then, the surviving family of Noach plants love and more peace. ability to spring ahead and turn challenge a saintly book? Why can’t the pages of a vineyard and rebuilds the world. We also pray with all our might that we into opportunity. G-d’s Torah open up with a smile? Adam and Eve, Cain and Noach and will soon find ourselves in a new, post- May God bless us with the wisdom and The answer is telling. And it shares an his family, did not lock themselves in their COVID-19 world. courage to learn from Adam and Eve and invaluable lesson for life: bedroom for endless days after experienc- But will we rise from this pandemic, the many giants of Jewish history, so that By opening His Torah with so many ing failure. They did not drink themselves from this global fall, as better, healthier we too can rise again after each fall, and flops, G-d was teaching each of us that to oblivion, nor did they fall into a state and stronger people? Will we have continue to grow in all good areas and failure is an inevitable part of life. In the of debilitating depression. Instead, they responded to this universal crisis with a make a positive change in our part of words of King Solomon (Ecclesiastes went out and made a difference. They mightier show of love and unity? Will we the world. JN 7:20): “There is no righteous man who understood that they could never undo have learned the many lessons that this never sins.” Yet, the big question of life their past. global upheaval has taught us all? Rabbi Pinchas Allouche is the spiritual leader of is not whether we fail or if we sin; the big They would actively repent for the These lessons are that our sense of Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale.

BERMAN PRAGER CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 has been appropriate and sensitive — but allowing the bad behavior of the few to of NYC’s hate crimes last year, and these An individual that may have an addic- some has not. define the whole — a New York Orthodox crimes were concentrated in Orthodox tion problem should be very honest We must call out the bad behavior of Jewish community of more than half a neighborhoods. with their physician. Individual and the loud but few who act poorly, while million people. The Anti-Defamation At a time of rapidly rising and violent or group therapy with a licensed pro- also elevating and uplifting the voices of League reported months ago that discus- anti-Semitism, we all have an absolute obli- fessional counselor is recommended. the many who act as good neighbors and sion of Orthodox Jews on social media, gation to push back on that narrative by Holistic care may include art therapy, good citizens. Jews have a duty to hold especially on Facebook, has become deeply anyone who perpetuates it. This includes equine therapy, music therapy, a favorite ourselves and our siblings in the Orthodox troubling, including “comparisons of reli- our elected leaders, Mayor Bill DeBlasio hobby or meditation. community to the highest standards in gious leaders to Adolf Hitler and positive and Governor Andrew Cuomo, who must Addiction and alcoholism took my protecting human life, understanding our affirmations about the Jewish community continue to demand enforcement of the brother Jeff and my best friend Jerry, but commitment to pikuach nefesh — that being ‘wiped off the planet.’” This hap- mask-wearing and social distancing rules, the preservation of human life takes pre- pened before these protests. And it is there is hope. I have dozens of friends while also refusing to allow or perpetu- who have overcome their alcoholism and cedence over all other commandments. dangerous beyond words. ate the wholesale vilification of any select addictions and they are now living healthy, At the same time, each one of us must Anti-Semitism has been rising at a group of people. They need to improve joyous and abundant lives. also demonstrate compassion and a will- troubling rate — affecting all American their engagement with this community, In honor of Jeff and Jerry I have dedi- ingness to listen to those whose tradi- Jews — but the most frequent targets of and they need to do it immediately. cated my life to preventing and treating tions, experiences, languages and religious violence are often attacks on those who When it comes down to it, we as Jews alcoholism and addictions. I hope that observances are different from ours. Only are most visibly Jewish, like our Orthodox urgently must remember: It isn’t “us” and you are successful in preventing substance through this balance will we grow together siblings. From the terrifying shooting at “them” We are all one people, and we abuse and if I can help you it would be a as a broad and diverse Jewish people. the only Kosher supermarket in Jersey City must protect one another. JN mitzvah and an honor. JN The behavior we witnessed this past to the Hannukah stabbing in Monsey last week is unconscionable, inexplicable, and year, to growing numbers of violent hate Amanda Berman is the executive director of Mitch Prager is the founder and CEO of shameful. But the definition of bigotry is crimes, Jewish people faced more than half Zioness. Soberman’s Estate.

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JOYStar SAHA | CONTRIBUTING teacher: WRITER Parent-approved hacks for online learning

nline learning returned this interactive relationships between Ofall, and many parents are students and their teachers, par- still worried. Jamie Maier under- ents can still compensate for those stands: During last spring’s online losses by evaluating their students’ learning, her then-kindergartner strenghts and developing activi- faced long lectures and a lack of ties that best fit their individual participation opportunities as well learning styles, said Wright. as peer-collaboration and hands-on activities. Find your child’s learning “He learned beautifully in school, style both in preschool and elementary The four most common learning school,” Maier said. “He loved styles amongst children are visual, being interactive and listening to auditory, kinesthetic and tactile, his teachers so he did not enjoy said Wright. learning on Zoom.” Visual learners learn best by see- ing things and receiving spoken Consider learning styles instruction with accompanying Her son, who attends a public visuals. These learners struggle school in Maryland, is a kines- with information that’s purely pro- thetic learner, she said, adding that vided in a spoken fashion, which he thrives academically while in is a main characteristic in online an interactive learning environ- learning. ment. After the quick transition “If you have a visual learner, you from in-person to Zoom instruc- don’t just want to say the direc- tion, he struggled tremendously tions out to them,” said Wright. with his handwriting, spelling “You also want to have some sort ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS/ TETIANA SOARES and writing. of visual that’s going to remind To counter the shortcomings, Maier learned to incor- bringing in pop culture — and pop songs — is a good them to do something because they’re not going to porate more hands-on activities for her son to take part way to engage your student, said Sarah Brennan, a take in information efficiently when they’re hearing it.” in and stay engaged. Baking, cooking and even making mother of two and a middle school teacher. In contrast, auditory learners rely on their listening ice cream are now interactive math, science and reading How does that work? Many middle schoolers read comprehension skills while learning. These learners comprehension lessons for her son. Through these daily “The Giver” as part of a curriculum. Parents can rein- struggle when classroom instructions are entirely visual hands-on learning activities, Maier is helping her son force the book’s themes by encouraging kids to find and rely on visual aids. strengthen his kinesthetic learning style even when online songs about dystopian futures or even loneliness, or Tactile learners rely on touch and sensation to aid classes can’t do the same. the opposite, connectedness. This works easily for other their learning, while kinesthetic learners heavily rely on Hava Anderson, another public-school parent, said her titles as well. movement. Despite the rigid distinctions in learning 6-year-old daughter also struggled with Zoom classes as a Students can create their own flash cards online styles, Wright added that most students learn best with kinesthetic learner. While Anderson’s 9-year-old son — a through Quizlet, or parents can help them go old-school instruction that caters to a mix of all four styles. visual learner — easily completed his daily online lessons, and create paper versions. Parents also should familiar- “But when you talk about the type of learner a person her daughter found it difficult to sit still for long hours. ize themselves with something called Flipgrid, which is, it’s usually about what their predominant learning The lack of incentives and fun activities offered over is a common way that teachers create presentations for style is,” she said. Zoom were another setback for Anderson’s daughter. For their classes. To help parents determine what their child’s specific example, playing with friends after completing classwork And, Brennan says, parents should take note of this learning style is, Wright recommended they look at what was a small incentive that she no longer could look forward hack: There are audio versions of many commonly the child is naturally good at doing. to in the pandemic. assigned books on YouTube. For the kids who find silent According to Wright, children who are creative Now, to make her daughter’s online learning both fun reading to be tedious, this is a great alternative. and artistic lean more towards a visual learning style. and engaging, Anderson encourages her to recap her Evelyn Wright, the director and owner of the tutor- Children who are athletic and enjoy moving around are lessons by teaching them to her family members. ing service Wright Academics, recommended creating a better kinesthetic learners. “A lot of times after her math class, I’ll have her be the large tic-tac-toe review board. The board can be set up On the other hand, children who enjoy being social need teacher and she teaches me,” Anderson said. “Or she’ll call on a spacious hard surface — like a white board or even constant conversations while learning and associate more as her grandpa or her grandma and she’ll teach them what she on the wall. Each tic-tac-toe square contains different auditory learners. For children who are more introverted learned, which she loves doing. That makes it fun for her.” review terms and concepts. Children can throw a sticky and quiet, Wright said they could be a mix of auditory and ball at a specific term and then explain it in-depth and tactile learners. JN Try these tips in their own words. There are a lot of teacher tricks that parents can use Even though online learning environments can This article originally appeared in Washington Family, a Jewish News- to facilitate this fall’s learning process. For example, take away the structural aspect of learning and the affiliated publication.

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JASON FONTELIEU | CONTRIBUTING WRITER taxes to a cause that matters to you. Individuals can give s many school districts across the working in the same spot, he said. Also, up to $400 to JFCS, and Acountry continue virtual instruction younger kids may need to work near their couples filing jointly can due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the parents or caregivers to remain on-task, donate up to $800—and question arises: How do we get our kids so be sure there’s room for an extra chair. receive a dollar-for-dollar learning when the living room is the And for people in smaller living spaces, tax credit on their Arizona classroom? Jones suggested taking the doors off a state tax return while Chris Jones has a few tips for parents. closet to set it up like a mini-classroom Jones specializes in creating “functional, with household items such as sheets or supporting children, families, creative spaces,” which most of the time string lights. and older adults in need. finds him designing children’s spaces. He’s the co-founder of Thinkterior, a Stay organized company that designs interior spaces, If kids are doing work for multiple classes, and Adaptiv Design Concepts, where he they’ll need to keep their assignments does commercial design work and sells straight. Jones suggested having a his myWall pegboard products. Both different colored clipboard for each class companies are based in Virginia, where — and maybe even hanging them on jfcsaz.org/taxcredit | 602.567.8392 Jones lives. the wall. Having a whiteboard for listing tasks also can help kids stay on top of Remember these five principles their work. Theme, focus, storage, growth and And there should be minimal Educatiion Pr safety are common design principles, and distractions in the space. Remember: th E ogr ut am they’re applicable to making effective toys stay in the playroom. Yo learning spaces, too. Theme is key, but it doesn’t have to be over-the-top. The theme can be your Think ergonomically child’s favorite cartoon character to It’s best to have a desk and chair fit for something “as general as ‘contemporary,’” a child, which means it should allow his Jones said. or her feet to touch the ground. A chair More s'mores The focus? In this case, a space for should be comfortable, but not too learning. comfortable in case he or she loses focus. this summer! Storage is necessary in keeping a Keep monitors at eye level so your child K-8th Grade space organized (more on that below). Growth means buying furniture doesn’t have to slouch over it. Pre-K Meets and decor that will be useful for your Also, the more natural light the better. Once a Month children as they continue to grow. In the end, the ultimate goal, according K-8 Meets And for safety, the basics: no sharp to Jones, is for your child to look at the Twice a Month corners, no materials that could hurt space and think, “OK, this is my little (Currently Virtual) your child and nothing they can school now.” Creative jump off. How did Jones get so excited about spaces? His background is in graphic & Innovative Programming Keep learning separate design, but he has always been skilled at carpentry, sculpture and painting. Using Modern It’s important for children to mentally Technology be able to separate school time from play When he designed his son’s room 17 time, Jones said. Since that distinction is years ago, he immediately fell in love with the craft. lost with virtual learning, keeping their “What’s great about doing kids desk or workspace away from their toys rooms, is you can just have fun with it,” and their bed is helpful. he said. JN Remember, some kids may benefit Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman • Administrator, Renee Joffe from changing locations throughout the This article first appeared in Washington Family, 602-369-7667 • congregationkehillah.org day. Others prefer the routine of always a Jewish News-affiliated publication. [email protected] 5858 E Dynamite Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331

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ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS /SL-F Is downsizing really necessary? Try ‘new-sizing’ instead BARBARA KAPLAN reflect on where life has taken you and how ones you’d give away or sell. television. The family room then can become we can create a setting to live in that is more If, on the other hand, you would rather a larger dining room. Using rooms differently ur lives at home have changed recently. suitable — a space that speaks of the changes “new-size” or “right-size,” changes can may by enough of a change that moving isn’t OSince the beginning of the COVID-19 that have occurred and a time to examine be made to stay in the same house that necessary. You might even examine the things pandemic, we looked toward our personal what is working and what isn’t. will give you the experience of a new you have longed to have in your home, such spaces to meet our needs in different ways. For Many people look forward to downsizing — home. Many believe it is a perfect time to as a home theater, meditation area, music many of us, our home has become our place moving from a larger family home to a smaller, redecorate or just make small changes such room or library. of work too — as well as our gym, restaurant, easier-to-manage residence. This usually as turning a child’s room into an office Often a face lift is all that is needed to give movie theater, vacation destination and so occurs when people retire or when their chil- or exercise room, a closet with room for a feeling of newness. New flooring and paint much more. dren have gone. They suddenly feel that their packing for trips or hobby room. and rearranging the furniture may be enough People who were previously wondering homes are too large to live in by themselves. Many need larger areas when their families to create the desired setting. If you want to if downsizing is a good idea might be torn Their needs are less and they don’t want as much grow through the marriages of their children splurge you can add new pieces of furniture, between leaving their home or making responsibility in caring for a home, both inside and then, of course, grandchildren. When we cabinets and hardware. some changes in their current home that and outside. return to the new normal, there may be more True, this can be a time of start- would give them greater opportunity for a I advise you to stop. Don’t rush into any people around the dining room table and more ing over. And there are many ways new direction. decision. Look around and decide where you time spent with visits from family. It might to do this. Most importantly, it is the I have always been uncomfortable with the would like to live. Picture yourself living in a even be a time to entertain more and invite time to determine what is new term “downsizing.” It always had a negative new neighborhood. Imagine having fewer old friends to visit. For that you’ll need for you. JN connotation for me. The idea is really about rooms or less space than you have been accus- extra bedrooms. Barbara Kaplan offers personal interior change and what you want to do with tomed to. Plan how you will arrange your If the living and dining rooms are con- design guidance, ideas and solutions for the change. life in the smaller spaces — which furniture nected, think about combining them to create free in her monthly Zoom class. Email This can be a time in life to begin anew, to and accessory pieces you’d keep and which a great room for entertaining and watching [email protected] to claim a seat.

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20 OCTOBER 16, 2020 JEWISH NEWS JEWISHAZ.COM BANK SPECIAL SECTION CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6 HOME DESIGN & REAL ESTATE to a teller, clients can call him or Jacobson directly and get an answer from the decision makers themselves. “That’s a huge resource for any business, American Jews seek real estate in Israel any nonprofit, any family office to have that ELIANA RUDEE | JNS.ORG With the mix of the personal relationship — not talking to a teller “idealism of a Jewish person or a banker in an office or someone who has to hile the world waits owning property in Israel, check with San Francisco first in the regional Wto see how the coro- yearning and desiring to office before they approve something,” navirus pandemic will affect return to our land,” and posi- Weisz said. real estate trends worldwide, tive real estate trends over the Cutting-edge technology is the other ele- Israel’s real estate is seeing last year, he told JNS, pur- ment of SCB’s plan. Clients will have access a boom in interest — from chasing apartments anytime to a secure online portal where clients can investors purchasing proper- in Israel is a safe investment apply for a loan or request a new line of ties as long-term investments, in the long term. credit without printing and mailing multiple to families expediting their In the United States, Silver documents, for example, and can arrange for aliyah and purchasing a home said, “people are holding back a personal appointment with bank executives in the face of COVID-19 and on selling, afraid of having to change or add a signature on a business rising anti-Semitism. to sell their properties for a account in minutes. Israeli real estate lawyer lower price.” “Where we think we’re going to have a Debbie Rosen-Solow works But in Israel, he countered, unique opportunity and a great opportunity A vacation villa near the Kineret, or Sea of Galilee, in northern Israel. primarily with the Anglo “everyone was expecting prices is that our technology is actually going to be PHOTO COURTESY OF JNS.ORG community of new olim and to go down; however, for that better than even the very largest banks we’re investors making real estate transactions going to be competing with,” said Neill Rosen-Solow led a webinar about pur- reason, everyone immediately ran to the in Israel. In the field for 20 years now, LeCorgne, SCB president and CEO. “Why? chasing real estate in Israel with more market in Israel to see what’s going on. So Because it’s the newest. The cost of technol- she expressed “seeing amazing trends and than 300 people tuning in. sellers are seeing an increase in demand, ogy has dropped so dramatically, it’s improved finding it a little bit overwhelming that Other trends that she reported include and they are upping their prices.” so dramatically.” there is so much interest.” properties that used to be rented out While Silver estimated that “prices will The combination of innovative technol- “I have clients who started the process through Airbnb coming onto the mar- drop” in American real estate as banks ogy and personal relationships “is what a of purchasing a home, and I wasn’t sure ket fully furnished. And while mortgage shut their doors to loan requests, there true community bank is supposed to be,” if they’d follow through because of the interest rates have gone up slightly in will be no similar trend in the Jewish state. Weisz said. coronavirus,” Rosen-Solow told JNS, Israel, banks have been “a bit more “Israel is a great place to invest because SCB will also be looking for opportunities noting that “documents have taken more flexible and lenient” in the process of the risk is very, very low compared to to give back to the community, with plans for time with consulates and banks closed, so loan approval. other places — there hasn’t been a a philanthropic arm after the bank’s first three processing has been more difficult.” decrease in prices in over 10 years, and years in operation. “Not only are they following through,” ‘Properties will only go up in value’ the positive immigration and birth rates “George and I have talked about this for she reported, “but many are expediting In another show of increasing interest are one of the highest in the world,” the last 10 years, that we want to give back to their aliyah dates because they are feeling in Israeli real estate, Natan Silver, a U.S.- he noted. “There is simply not enough the community, too,” Jacobson said. more anti-Semitism in their communities. based investor and investing consultant, development to match the demand, and For SCB, it all comes back to community. They feel in Israel, every person really recently opened a WhatsApp group for for simple statistical reasons, properties “The board shares all the same principles matters, whereas in America the public potential buyers and renters in Israel, will only go up in value.” of integrity, respect for human dignity, doing policy was affected by business decisions finding that despite market failures and The pandemic, said Becky Richter, well for the community — in fact, our slogan over the importance of a person’s life, uncertainty caused by the coronavirus, a client of Rosen-Solow from Monsey, is doing well for our investors by doing good especially the elderly.” “there’s still a high volume of potential New York, “has given us a push to for the community,” Weisz said. “You can do In one of the organization’s buyers, renters and investors, and the real use our money while it still has both, and you should be able to do both.” JN recent virtual programming events, estate market in Israel is going up.” value.” JN All Real Estate Agents Are Not Alike! 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MUSIC Unlikely duo creates ‘Sephardic Treasures’

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hen a Spanish soprano met a Jewish hear any klezmer music on the album. Wjazz bassist in 2013, neither of them “I said, ‘I’m going to get you out of your imagined where their creative partnership comfort zone here,’” Lewine said. would lead. Another song, “El Rey Cuando “I don’t know why this works but somehow Amadrugaba,” includes a shofar call. While it does,” said Alan Lewine, the bassist, com- the sound doesn’t tie into the lyrics of the story, poser and producer behind the duo Soprano the idea for the shofar came from the setting Meets Bass. in medieval Spain, where Lewine imagined Lewine and Ana María Ruimonte, the an army would be approaching the city gates soprano half of the duo, made the move from accompanied by drums and trumpets. Philadelphia to Phoenix in June, just before “Everybody knows the story of Jericho, the release of their latest album, “Sephardic when the walls came tumbling down,” Lewine Treasures.” Moving during the COVID-19 said. “This is a king in ancient Israel or Judea pandemic was never going to be ideal, but that the story is about … and of course the Lewine and Ruimonte arrived just as cases trumpets of that day were the shofar. So at were starting to rise in Maricopa County, which the beginning of the song you can hear the made the cross-country road trip something of army marching in from the distance, led by an adventure. the shofar.” “It was pretty crazy, as you can imagine,” Alan Lewine and Ana María Ruimonte, the unlikely duo of Soprano Meets Bass, are pictured The search for the right shofar player led Lewine said. in Havana, Cuba. PHOTO BY PEDRO ABASCAL Lewine and Ruimonte to Yonnie Dror, who It was ultimately a desire to be closer to his their way onto “Sephardic Treasures” as early that we see going on today.” recorded the riff on the shofar from his home mother that brought Lewine and Ruimonte as 2016, when they performed with flamenco Many of the songs tell stories that offer in Israel and sent it to Lewine and Ruimonte to the Phoenix area. Lewine’s parents retired musicians at Palacio de Los Olvidados, or the snapshots of life in medieval Spain or present in the U.S. to Scottsdale two decades ago, and while he Palace of the Forgotten, in Granada. fables complete with witches, warriors and talk- All in all, the collaborative recording process lived in other parts of the southwest and visited For Ruimonte, learning the history of ing heads. The wide range of characters that took a couple of years, Lewine said, followed by Arizona a few times over the years, he’s happy Sephardic Jews gave her insight into the mul- appear on the album challenged Ruimonte to another year of mixing the tracks and getting to be back in the desert and close to his mother. ticultural heritage of her own country. bring the music to life with her voice. Whether the sound of each song right. His goal with “My mother’s a healthy, strong, very well “It has been very interesting to realize that I she was performing as a queen admiring herself each of the songs was to keep the lyrics and 89-year-old woman, but I got to thinking she am a mix of different cultures, from the music in the mirror or as a daughter going to war the melodies, but to give them a modern feel. deserved to have some family around,” Lewine to the songs to the stories,” Ruimonte said. and falling in love, Ruimonte tried to capture “When this was a living music, the musi- said. “And besides, we were ready to change Several of the songs and stories that appear the truth of the character in her performance. cians who played it wanted to be cool, they things. I guess we’re a little restless by nature.” on the album were part of the professional rep- “I tried to give some kind of theatrical wanted to be hip. They didn’t want to sound That restless nature is reflected in “Sephardic ertoire that Ruimonte performed with choirs expression to the characters, because many like musicians from five hundred years before,” Treasures,” a genre-defying anthology of and orchestras in Spain, and one song, “Señor of these songs are romantic,” Ruimonte said. Lewine said. “And I thought the best way to Sephardic songs and stories that features musi- Don Gato,” was something that her mother “And these are people talking, so one will honor them was if we kept the melodies, we cians from across the globe. The album was sang with her as a child. talk and the other respond, and then they can kept the lyrics, but we set them in settings that released in July, just one month after Lewine Ruimonte was also struck by the significance accuse her or the boy talks, so what I try to do I thought were cool and hip.” and Ruimonte arrived in Phoenix. Since then, of performing the music that was kept alive by is to imitate voices.” While the opportunities to promote the Ruimonte said, the pair has been busy promot- generations of mothers passing songs down Guest musicians appear on almost every album in person are limited due to the pan- ing the album with Zoom events and one small, to their daughters. That tradition was one song in the album, from world-famous fla- demic, they hope to do more performances socially-distanced performance. reason that it was important to both Lewine menco musicians and a popular klezmer vio- online, or with the weather finally beginning The project was years in the making. Since and Ruimonte to feature a female voice on linist to Israeli percussionists and even a shofar to cool off, outdoors. starting Soprano Met Bass, the pair worked the album. blower. The result, Lewine said, was a sort of “My personal belief is that recordings are at on a project that focused on the history of “These were stories that women said to fusion of world music that incorporated styles best a pale reflection of the energy, passion and Jews who were expelled from Spain in the their daughters, and their daughters to their ranging from flamenco and jazz to classical love that you can add with music when you’re 15th century. daughters,” Ruimonte said. and country. in person sharing it with others,” Lewine said. “My background is Ashkenazi Jewish, not The songs were drawn from the Sephardic “Duane Eubanks, who’s an old friend of The duo held one small, socially-distanced Sephardic, and Ana María grew up in Spain Romancero, the body of Sephardic music mine and a great jazz trumpeter who came performance indoors this summer and donated where, of course, your background is Catholic, from around the Mediterranean that has been and did this with us, said ‘Yeah, I’ve never what they earned from that performance to an but basically we’re both devout musicians,” collected and studied by researchers since the done anything like that before,’” Lewine said. emergency relief fund. After three months in Lewine said. “And I said, ‘Well, between us, early 20th century. “That’s good. We like that idea.” the city, they’re ready to explore Phoenix and she’s Spanish, I’m Jewish — we’re Sephardic, “There’s so many fascinating stories and Alicia Svigals, founder of the popular share more of their music soon. sort of.’” it’s amazing how much it shows that human klezmer band the Klezmatics, is featured in two “We’re wanting to get the music out and Lewine and Ruimonte began performing nature is constant across cultures and epochs,” songs on the album, “Señor Don Gato” and we’re wanting to give back to the community,” Sephardic songs that would eventually make Lewine said. “A lot of it resonates with things “La Infanticida,” but fans of her work won’t Lewine said. JN

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Taught by Kim Porter and hosted American creed. Following the film, join ASU abuse. For more information or to register, by the Jewish Family & Children’s Service. Professor Madelaine Adelman as she leads a visit azjhs.org/events-programs. Is the State of Israel the Beginning of the discussion about the film. This online class utilizes creative writing Final Redemption: 1-2 p.m. A virtual class exercises, games and techniques to help For more information or to register, Antisemitism: An Ageless Hatred with with Rabbi Dov Lipman, co-hosted by Valley visit vosjcc.org/americancreed. The Honorable Wendy Morton: 6:30-7:45 create a rich and engaging story to share. Beit Midrash and Temple Solel. Dov Lipman Open to all experience levels. 8 sessions. p.m. An examination of the longest hatred, was elected to the 19th Knesset in January JACS: Support Group for Jewish Alcoholics, Cost: $100. For more information or to then and now. A course from the Bureau of 2013. He is the author of seven books about Addicts and their Friends and Family: 7:30 Jewish Education, taught by the Honorable register, visit jfcsaz.org/event-calendar. Judaism and Israel, and holds rabbinic p.m. For more information, email jacsarizona@ Wendy Morton. Cost: $40. For more ordination from Ner Israel Rabbinical gmail.com. No charge. information or to register, WEDNESDAYS, OCT. 21-NOV. 4 College and a masters in education from visit bjephoenix.org. Wise Aging: 6:30-7:45 p.m. A virtual course Johns Hopkins University. He has been WEDNESDAYS, OCT. 21-NOV. 4 designed to meet the social, emotional and at the forefront of combating religious spiritual needs of Jewish seekers entering Peering Into the Deep Theological Divide THURSDAYS, OCT. 22-DEC. 31 extremism in Israel and is a leader in efforts 10-11:10 second adulthood. Explore the tools and Separating Judaism and Christianity: Seeking Everyday Holiness: An to create Jewish unity both in Israel and a.m. A virtual Bureau of Jewish Education Introduction to the Study of Mussar: 7 resources to age wisely through the lens around the world. Suggested donation: $18. course taught by Marcie Lee. Explore the p.m. A 10-session course based on the of Jewish wisdom. Learn positive ways to For more information or to register, visit Christian Bible’s release of its followers from book “Everyday Holiness” by Alan Morinis, navigate a meaningful transition to your valleybeitmidrash.org/upcoming-events. the foundational and treasured rites of the dean of The Mussar Institute. Mussar is next chapter on life’s journey. Taught by Israelite’s Jewish religion. Trace the deepening the study of character or soul-traits called Linda Levin and hosted by the Bureau of theological divide, and the radical “parting middot. Explore ancient and contemporary MONDAYS, OCT. 26-NOV. 30 Jewish Education. Cost: $68. For more of the ways” designed by architects of the texts with a goal of our own spiritual The Book of Job: 12:15-1:30 p.m. The Book information or to register, visit Christian Bible to establish a new religion transformation. Cost includes book and of Job provides valuable lessons for our bjephoenix.org/courses/available-courses. replacing Judaism and encompassing the course materials. Advance registration is challenging times. A Bureau of Jewish entire world. Cost: $68. For more information required. Cost: $118 for members of Temple Education course taught by Andre Ivory. FRIDAYS, OCT. 23-DEC. 11 or to register, visit bjephoenix.org Chai, $154 for non-members. To register or Cost: $98. For more information or to Wise Aging: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. A virtual for more information, contact Joan Neer at register, visit bjephoenix.org. course designed to meet the social, Biblical Brains and Bombshells: Shocking [email protected] or 602-971-1234. emotional and spiritual needs of Jewish Scenarios of Hearts and Hands in the Book of TUESDAY, OCT. 27 AND NOV. 24 seekers entering second adulthood. Explore Samuel: 11:20 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A virtual Bureau FRIDAY, OCT. 23 Torah Stories: 10-11 a.m. This class will the tools and resources to age wisely of Jewish Education course taught by Marcie Surviving Humanity: Navajo Weapon: focus on informing parents & grandparents through the lens of Jewish wisdom. Learn Lee. See how and discuss why so much of 10 a.m.-noon. A virtual seminar featuring wonderful ways to share the weekly positive ways to navigate a meaningful King David’s religious legacy is compromised Navajo code talker Peter MacDonald. Parashah (Torah portion) with their children transition to your next chapter on life’s journey. Taught by Nan Pollinger and by editing out who he really was, and be Surviving Humanity (Reforming America) or grandchildren. It will be offered in a hosted by the Bureau of Jewish Education. introduced to the women, always present by is an online program featuring survivors child-focused method applicable to children of terrorism and acts against humanity. Cost: $130. For more information or to rarely taught, who helped him (and others) be of all ages by using creative storytelling, This seminar series will draw comparisons register, visit bjephoenix.org/courses/ his best self. Cost: $68. For more information interactive questions and hands-on activities of survival to the Holocaust. For more available-courses. or to register, that will relate these stories to the world visit bjephoenix.org information, visit azjhs.org/surviving- humanity-series. To RSVP, email Tony Fusco our children live in today. Taught by Gayle Feldman through the Bureau of Jewish Arts Artists Take on the Hebrew Bible: 12:40-1:50 at [email protected]. Education. Cost: $54. For more information p.m. A virtual Bureau of Jewish Education SUNDAY, OCT. 18 or to register, visit bjephoenix.org. course taught by Marcie Lee. Sometimes to FRIDAYS, OCT. 23-NOV. 20 Second Annual Klezmer Fest: 1 p.m. The reflect, often to influence, always to capture Racism in America: The Democracy We East Valley JCC is proud to present the religious identity and experience, Biblical Created & the Struggle to fulfill the Vision: WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 second annual Klezmer Fest, which will Artists portray their own or their benefactors’ 10-11:30 a.m. A Bureau of Jewish Education Virtual Art Tour: 10 a.m. A series of live include four live virtual concerts featuring recognition of the Hebrew Bible’s influence course taught by Jay Roth. This class will virtual tours of The Museum of the Jewish Yale Strom and Hot Pstromi. On Oct. 18, on humankind. Engage the work of artists explore the history and experiences of People at Beit Hatfutsot, located in Tel Aviv. hear traditional klezmer music. Cost: $30 from every era and from all around the globe. Black people in America and the impact of On Oct. 28, tour an exhibit on Let There Be for the series or $10 per concert. For more Cost: $68. For more information or to register, systemic racism in denying them full access, Laughter: Jewish Humor. Cost: $7. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit visit bjephoenix.org from the beginning, to equal opportunities information or to register, visit evjcc.org. evjcc.org/klezmer2020. JN

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Sukkot stories Art of the shofar Little elephants Leah and Ella Amiot are pictured at the PJ Library Elephant in the Sukkah A child at the East Valley JCC’s Early Childhood Max Awerbuch and Noah Fienman enjoy their new elephant ears during Story Walk at the Martin Pear JCC. PHOTO BY MARCY LEWIS Learning Center participates in holiday activities. the PJ Library Elephant in the Sukkah Story Walk at the Martin Pear JCC. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE EAST VALLEY JCC PHOTO BY MARCH LEWIS

Shofar drive-through Rabbi Michael Beyo blows the shofar in the parking lot for East Valley families during the East Valley JCC’s Drive-Through Shofar program, which allowed for a socially distanced opportunity to hear the shofar live. PHOTO BY HADASSAH BALDINGER

This COMMUNITY page features photos of community members around the Valley and the world. Submit photos and details each Elephant in the sukkah Jon and Adam Bershok wear elephant hats in the sukkah during the PJ Library Elephant in the Sukkah week to [email protected] by 10 a.m. Monday. Story Walk at the Martin Pear JCC. PHOTO BY MARCY LEWIS

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OBITUARY SOL DAVIS Sol Davis, 90, died Sept. 28, 2020. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, and lived in Phoenix. He is survived by his daughter, Ruth Davis (Marika Witenko); and his son, REACH HIGHLY EDUCATED, AFFLUENT READERS IN THE VALLEY Mark Davis. Services were held graveside at Har Jehuda Cemetery in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. Website Print E-Blast Social Media Arrangements by Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Raphael Sacks. JN Page Views Readership Subscribers Followers 40,000 15,000 4,500 7,152

Lawrence A. Goldstein, 81, of A Message of Gratitude Scottsdale, died Oct. 8, 2020. and Appreciation Upcoming Special Sections Lawrence was born To the cherished friends of in Detroit, Michigan, Joan (Joanie) Gries Sitver: on July 8, 1939, as On July 1, 2020 (9 Tammuz), a the only child of blessed friend, companion, co-worker Rebecca and Meyer General Election — a “Woman of Valor” — left our October 30 Goldstein. Beloved temporary world. Many tributes have father of Wendy been paid to her, which we, her family, (Steve) Faberman Help Jewish News have noted with deep appreciation. readers get prepared and Lisa (Adam) Cohn. Loving These tributes have often been and stay informed for grandfather of Rachel and Allyson accompanied by charitable gifts to the upcoming election. Faberman. worthwhile groups and organizations. Also survived by his longtime The outpouring of recognition and girlfriend, Myrna Weinstein, and support have been overwhelming and many other loving family members deserve individual responses. But the and friends. Larry followed in his task, at this time, seems daunting. father’s footsteps and became a We hope that this message of pharmacist, owning a pharmacy gratitude and appreciation will serve Bar/Bat Mitzvah in Detroit for many years. In as a temporary effort to express Planner 1988, he moved to Arizona and our appreciation for your message November 6 became a pioneer in holistic and of support, and for your kind and compounding pharmaceuticals. generous contributions to groups As celebrations look Larry also loved the arts, specifically such as houses of worship, the different at this time in our jazz music and oil painting. American Cancer Society, the Phoenix world, families are looking Interment was held at the Clover Holocaust Association, and other for your help to make Hill Park Cemetery in Birmingham, organizations. these days memorable. Michigan. Mort, Joe, Amy and Julie

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“For In the Image of God Was Adam Created” – Jewish Chanukah: Can an Israeli- Judaism and the Attitudes to the ‘Other’: Cultivating Palestinian Environmental Crisis Xenophobic Bias vs. Courage for Confederation Work? Expansive Inclusion in Righteous Action Professor Hava the Judaic Tradition Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin Tirosh-Samuelson Rabbi Lisa Rabbi Chaim Goldstein Monday, Nov. 16 Thursday, Nov. 19 Seidler-Feller @ 11:00 am MT @ 1:00 pm MT Monday, Dec. 7 Monday, Nov. 23 @ 1:00 pm MT @ 1:00 pm MT

Are We Alone? As Long as the Candle Reason, Religion, Sherman Minko’ Im Eshkachech Burns, Repair is and the Search for Lecture: The Creation Yerushalayim Possible: Rav Yisrael Life in the Universe Story and Humanity’s – An Analysis Salanter and The Homework Mussar Movement This program is part of the Rabbi Avi Weiss “Scientists in Synagogues” Rabbi Steven Exler initiative. Rabbi Dr. Sid Schwarz Monday, Dec. 14 Professor Ariel Anbar @ 1:00 pm MT Monday, Dec. 21 January 11, 2021 @ 1:00 pm MT Monday, Dec. 28 @ 4:00 pm MT @ 1:00 pm MT

The Habitability Rabbi Zalman The Soul of a of Our Nearest Strangers in a Schachter- Stranger: Reading Exoplanet Neighbor The Biblical Strange Text: Shalomi: God and Torah and What Does It Hero: Portraits Non-Jews in Interreligious from a Transgender Mean to You in Nobility and (and around) Pioneer Perspective Fallibility the Talmud This program is part of the “Scientists in Elliott Rabin Rabbi Or Rose Dr. Joy Ladin Rabbi Dr. Mira Synagogues” initiative. Wasserman Professor Evgenya February 1, 2021 January 12, 2021 January 14, 2021 Shkolnik @ 1:00 pm MT February 4, 2021 @ 1:00 pm MT @ 1:00 pm MT @ 1:00 pm MT January 21, 2021 @ 1:00 pm MT Awe: Panel Discussion: Perspectives from The “Animal Emergent Environmental Activism: Till Death Do Judaism, Ecology, and Us Part: Family Psychological Family” Laws of Judaism: How an Social Change Science and the Torah: Making Ancient Tradition Life and the Jewish Tradition Animals a Part of Gets New Ideas A learning program of Afterlife in the Judaism, Science Jewish Thought the Jewish Family & Medicine Group This program is part Rabbi Dr. Natan of the “Scientists in conference Dr. David Synagogues” initiative. Dr. Beth Berkowitz Margalit Featuring Shyovitz Michelle “Lani” Shiota February 23, 2021 Rabbi Jennie Rosenn February 11, 2021 March 11, 2021 @ 1:00 pm MT @ 1:00 pm MT February 9, 2021 February 28, 2021 @ 1:00 pm MT @ 1:00 pm MT @ 4:00 pm MT

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