Volume XLIII, No.12 | DECEMBER 2020 BULLETIN | Louisville, KY HANUKKAH Member Bag Pickup

For Hanukkah this year, every Temple family will receive a Hanukkah member gift bag - similar to our Passover and High Holy Day bags.

HANUKKAH MEMBER BAGS ARE AVAILABLE STARTING DECEMBER 7 Pick up at The Temple December 7 or 8 | Make an Appointment | Schedule a Delivery or Join us for Hanukkah Lighting December 10, 13, or 17 and pickup that evening

MORE INFORMATION ON PAGE 10 RABBI’S COLUMN

WHAT IS HANUKKAH FOR ME?

Judaism is a community of interpretation rather than a community of common dogmas. In celebrating foundational events of our 5101 US-42 communal history, we describe the past in LOUISVILLE, KY 40241 light of who we are, what our values reflect, 502.423.1818 and who we aspire to be. We share the events, texts, and rituals of our www.thetemplelouky.org collective past, but each one of us and every Jewish community has its own particular interpretation of that past. Just like in families, each member The Temple Board of Trustees experiences and remembers common events from their own unique perspective. In retelling family stories, every person will share a different OFFICERS account of what happened and what lessons must be learned. Reed Weinberg President Michael Salamon, MD President Elect All Jews light the same Hanukkah candles, doing the same ritual. We Robert Keisler, Jr. Vice President may feel a false sense of unity about what we remember and the values Micah Daniels Vice President we share. The candles are symbolic – they are meant to “proclaim the Mickey Heideman Treasurer miracle” to all those who pass by our Jewish windows. We are advertising Bob Bornstein Secretary a message. Lighting the candles is to testify to the values by which you Matt B. Schwartz Immediate Past President wish to live. What values would you advertise in your front yard? The story of Hanukkah is not mentioned in the Bible; Jews never agreed on TRUSTEES how to interpret this story or the symbols of Hanukkah. The history of the Maccabean period reveals a terrible cultural, class, and religious civil war Leslie Aberson* Mark Oppenheimer* Ronald Abrams* Chavvah Penner Johnson among Jews (Hellenist, Hassidic, and moderate). Each group claims the Rabbi David Ariel-Joel Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport symbols and the heroes of Hanukkah as their own. Jack Benjamin Shannon Rothschild Julie Benson* Marty Ruby* Julie Ensign Barbara Schwartz In our era of pluralism within the Jewish communities, Hanukkah Michael Friedman** David Shapero* becomes a crucial test for the self-understanding of each group of Jews. Richard Frockt* Ellen Shaikun Precisely because Hanukkah lacks an agreed upon narrative, it becomes a Heather Gladstein Jerry Uslander* Leonard Goddy* Doug Voss kind of Rorschach test for the self projection and self creation of Jewish Carole Goldberg Jay Waldman* communities. Interestingly enough, Jewish movements across the board Craig Goldstein** Karen Waldman** have invested a great deal of creative energy to revive and reshape Sara Gould* Robert Waterman* H. Phillip Grossman* Barth Weinberg* Hanukkah to carry their banners for a Jewish renaissance. For all of them, Sarah Harlan** Ed Weinberg* Hanukkah is no minor holiday about ancient history. Lisa Heffley Kenneth Zegart Carol Heideman Andrew Ignatow *Past President These multiple interpretations are meant to challenge us to choose our Marshall Kahn* ** Ex Officio own perspective. It is not enough to light the candles and say we recall Faina Kaplan the past. Each recollection is an interpretation, and we must reflect on the Robert Klein* Susan Lancaster* implications of these interpretations for the Jewish tasks that lie before us Rodney Marks “in our days, and at this time.” Andrea Melendez** Janet Meyer Greg Nefouse* Houston Oppenheimer* Rabbi David Ariel-Joel

HAPPY

Bulletin Committee Hanukkah Susan Waterman, Susan Allen, Benji Berlow, Carol Jones Levitch, Karen Waldman, Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport and You ... Bulletin Designer Audrie Baker

2 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN The Temple PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE I have mentioned the fact that our strategic plan contains pillars that support major aspects of MissionStatement synagogue life. I want to focus on our Satisfaction Pillar, which keeps our volunteers focused on The mission of The Temple is to: ensuring congregants feel welcome at The Temple. • Be a center for Reform Judaism in One way we have been attempting this is to be Louisville, Kentucky; constantly focusing on improving our building, inside and out. The • Provide spiritual guidance and Temple was originally constructed in the 1970’s. While it remains an strength through the practice of architectural icon of East Louisville, we want to continue changes so it Judaism; remains relevant along with our programming. • Emphasize the ideals and objectives of Reform Judaism Last year, you saw the addition of Jack’s Place, a seated lounge area through worship, education, outside the Waller Chapel. This idea, which was spearheaded by Board congregational programming, social justice, and our community member Bob Keisler, took dead space in a central location and created a relationships; welcoming sitting area. It was named in honor of Jack Benjamin, our Executive Director Emeritus. • And promote the perpetuation of our Jewish heritage. We are also wrapping up aesthetic improvements to our main bathrooms and Fishman Library. I want to thank Marlene Schaffer (or as I proudly call her, “Aunt Marlene”) for her volunteer time in helping to design Rabbis these modifications. Joe Rooks Rapport David Ariel-Joel Chester B. Diamond, Emeritus One of the most exciting updates will be to our main entrance, which Gaylia R. Rooks, Emerita we now consider to be on the Lime Kiln Lane side of our building. The first thing people saw when they walked into this main entrance were Administration the memorial plaques. While it is absolutely vital to prominently display Craig Goldstein, Executive Director these, we felt that with the complete change over the years to this side Becky King Benji Berlow being our main entrance, we should make it more inviting. The plaques Avery Curtis have been moved over to the other side of our building so they are now appropriately grouped together with the others. In their place will be The Temple Religious School one of the most significant aesthetic improvements to TheT emple in Sarah Harlan, Principal decades. Bob Markert, who designed the original stained glass windows Lexie Beauchamp, Administrative Assistant in our Temple, is designing back-lit festival windows to welcome congregants to our building. Through the generous support of Mary Bert Temple Trager Early Childhood and Dick Wolf, these glass art displays will commemorate each major Education Center Jewish holiday. Our Rabbis played a large role in design. Andrea Melendez, Director Twila Massey, Assistant Director Tara Work, Administrative Assistant It’s our hope that the festival windows are complete by January, and we look forward to welcoming you into the building to view them. We want Music you to know that while our building may be devoid of people during Dr. Louie Bailey, Music Director this pandemic, we are steadily making major improvements that you can Jennifer Diamond enjoy when we welcome you back.

Building Management Reed B. Weinberg, President Terry Campbell Gene Doyle

3 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE WANTED – WINTER PROGRAMMING IDEAS

Throughout the pandemic, our goal is to continually engage members each month with an outside event that’s safe and socially distanced. As the temperature drops, this becomes more challenging.

In August, we dipped a toe in the water with a Comfy Cow Ice Cream Social, which almost 100 people attended. In October, we waded a bit further into the pool by hosting a Drive-In Movie for families. About 35 cars, with about 100 people, attended that event too.

We’re always in search of new event possibilities, so if you have ideas to share, please speak up. Our hope is to keep The Temple relevant in your life as much as possible during this difficult time.W e have a fun event in store for December, but we are in search of unique and meaningful engagement opportunities for January, February, March, April, May, and June.

We’ll continue to offer Temple member bags for the High Holy Days, Passover, and Hanukkah, subsidized meal pick-ups from Chef Z (or other caterers), Rabbi facilitated adult education classes, and other programs. What else can we do to get you more involved in our Temple?

Please let us know. We’re planning the next six months, January through June 2021, and want your feedback. What events (that are safe) get you excited to come to the Temple?

Email me at [email protected]

Craig Goldstein, Executive Director

CHESTER B. DIAMOND RELIGIOUS SCHOOL We’ve just celebrated Thanksgiving (a holiday that some sources say was based on Sukkot), and we’d like to express how very thankful we are that you’ve entrusted your children’s Jewish education to us, especially in these unusual times. Our Religious School has rightfully earned its stellar reputation for successful virtual teaching and learning. We’ve even enrolled students from as far away as New York.

We’re continuing to monitor the pandemic safety guidelines. Rest assured, our highest priority will always be the health and safety of our students and teachers. In case we need to make any last-minute schedule changes, announcements, or reminders, we ask for one adult/household to sign up for our Remind text alert notification system by texting @templers to 81010.

Here’s what’s coming up this month: ● Wednesday, December 2: Hebrew School from 4:30-5:30 pm via Zoom. ● Sunday, December 6: Religious School from 9:30-11:30 am via Zoom. ● Wednesday, December 9: Hebrew School from 4:30-5:30 pm via Zoom. ● Sunday, December 13: Religious School from 9:30-11:30 am via Zoom with some Hanukkah fun thrown in for good measure. ● Wednesday, December 16: Hebrew School from 4:30-5:30 pm via Zoom.

Sarah will email links, IDs, and passcodes the Friday before each Sunday and the Tuesday before each Hebrew School session.

We’ll be off for Winter Break from December 20 through January 6 and back for more inspired Jewish learning on Sunday, January 10. Wednesday Hebrew School will resume on January 13.

Happy Hanukkah and Happy New Year!

Sarah Harlan, Principal | Lexie Beauchamp, Administrative Assistant

4 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 THE TEMPLE TRAGER EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Even though it feels like we just started school, we are planning for the 2021-22 school year. December is re-enrollment for our current Temple Trager ECEC students and priority enrollment for Temple members. Our preschool offers part- time and full-time options for children ages infant through Kindergarten. We will begin open registration in January, so please don’t wait too long as many classes will fill to capacity quickly. If you have questions or would like more information about our program, please call us at 502-423-1444.

We enjoy celebrating and learning about Jewish holidays, customs, and traditions all year at Temple Trager ECEC, and in December we will talk about Hanukkah. Our student population is diverse. Approximately 25% of our families are Jewish and the other 75% are learning about the Jewish holidays and traditions while celebrating their own holidays and traditions at home. We love that our Temple community is open and welcoming to students of all backgrounds.

Andrea Melendez, Preschool Director

CHAVURAT SHALOM

It’s truly been a G-dsend to stay connected to our Chavurat Shalom community, bringing you entertaining and engaging programming from The Temple via livestream or Zoom. All programs will start at 1:00 pm unless otherwise noted below. Each week we have a program scheduled, Sarah will send out a reminder email the day before with the link you need, so it’s super easy to join in the fun. If you haven’t been receiving the emails and would like to receive the reminder, please email Sarah at [email protected].

Here’s what we’ve got coming up this month:

December 3: Jason Parroco, Hosparus Health Hospital Specialist, and our favorite ukulele and guitar player, will join us via Zoom.

December 10: Harpist Jessica Hyden will return with a beautiful concert, brought to you via Zoom.

December 17: Beth Olliges, lead singer from Two of Diamonds, will lead us in a winter sing along via Zoom.

December 24 and 31 and January 7: No programs. Stay warm and healthy and we’ll see you on January 14 when we’ll be featuring Rabbi David talking about the results of the US election and the resulting impact on Israeli politics.

All Zoom links are available at thetemplelouky.org/chavurat-zoom/. As always, if you need anything, please don’t hesitate to contact Sarah Harlan at 502-212-2038 or [email protected].

Chavurat Shalom is a unique opportunity for Jewish senior adults to meet socially and share ideas. Chavurat Shalom is funded through the generosity of the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence, The Temple, The Temple Brotherhood and Sisterhood, NCJW, the Jewish Federation of Louisville, and many other generous donors.

5 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 BROTHERHOOD B PIVOTING DURING PANDEMIC

R Welcome to December under unusual circumstances. As most of you know by now, The Temple Brotherhood’s Hanukkah dinner will not happen as it has in the past. In O “normal” years, Adam Gallagher spent several hours buying supplies for our dinner and lit the griddle in our new kitchen early in the morning. One team prepared our latkes with bags of shredded potatoes and liquified eggs, along with measured flour, salt, T pepper, garlic, and our secret sauce was combined and mixed to the right consistency. Another team prepared salad. A third crew cleaned and cut boneless chicken breasts, H dipped into seasoned mayo, rolled in breadcrumbs (not the cheap ones), and then placed them on a tray coated with Italian dressing. On the range, another person placed a very large pot filled with water and added baby E carrots and honey. Yet another team filled bowls with kosher marshmallows, sprinkles, Hershey kisses, chocolate paste, chocolate syrup, and pretzel sticks for the very popular “Make Your Own Dreidel” station. Our most R important team, Scouts from Troop 30, were busy setting the tables for the expected 250 guests. This Hanukkah Dinner will be vastly different but Hanukkah, COVID or not, will still happen. Although there H will be no cooking of latkes, no large dinner, and no “Make Your Own Dreidel” station, The Temple staff, the WRJ/Sisterhood, and the Brotherhood are planning for a few surprises to make this Hanukkah as memorable as O ever. We are not about to let a microscopic pest ruin our fun, nor will we jeopardize the safety of our members. We have learned to pivot to avoid problems, yet still light the lights. O Happy Hanukkah to all!

D Michael Friedman, Brotherhood President

NEW GRANTS FOR TEEN ISRAEL PROGRAMS IS A GAME-CHANGER

The summer of 2021 just got a little sweeter for families with high school students, with the announcement of new grant funding available for teen Israel trips, making a trip to Israel almost FREE for local teens.

Last year the Jewish Community of Louisville, together with the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence began to offer eligible high school students $4,000 toward their Israel summer experiences. Now a new incentive program called RootOne offers youth participants in BBYO, USY, Ramah, Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), and NCSY programs the opportunity to apply for an additional $3,000 in vouchers to offset out-of-pocket expenses for summer programs. That means eligible teens can receive a total of $7,000 towards their summer experiences in Israel, a game changer for many families in Louisville.

Vouchers are limited so apply today. The Jewish Community of Louisville Teen Israel Experience grant application is available now on the JCL website https://jewishlouisville.org/federation/foundation/jewish- foundation-louisville-scholarships/

Want more information? Contact Alison Roemer at the Jewish Community of Louisville, [email protected].

6 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 SISTERHOOD | Women of Reform Judaism Your WRJ/Sisterhood likes to stay busy, and this month is no exception. Riding the tide of S our first-ever, successful “Drive-up Hanukkah Shopping,” we cheerfully gave our Religious School families a chance to do their regular, annual shopping, but in a different format so I that we could follow all safety guidelines.

Make sure you mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 9 at 7:00 pm when we’ll S bring you Temple member and psychotherapist Lisa Shapiro leading a virtual workshop on Coping with COVID. Grab some tea (or other beverage of choice) and dessert and join your friends for some T mutual support and sisterhood. RSVP to [email protected] for the Zoom link. Huge amounts of gratitude go out to all who supported our annual Hanukkah Brighteners program which is E helping make the holiday a little brighter for some Temple families. We deliberately don’t know who needs a little extra help, but we’re always honored to support members of our Temple community. R Our WRJ Book Club continues to thrive in this virtual environment; watch the weekly email for information about books and meeting times. We’ve also got a Trivia Night in the works and other fun programming, so stay H tuned.

We’re grateful for those of you who’ve renewed your WRJ membership. It is only with your support that we can O support The Temple. O B’Shalom and be well, Sarah Harlan & Karen Waldman, Co-Presidents D GIFT SHOP | Women of Reform Judaism Although the Women of Reform Judaism/Sisterhood Gift Shop has no daily hours currently, we are happy to meet anyone by appointment.

Please remember that you must wear a mask upon entering The Temple S and the Gift Shop as well as observe social (physical) distancing according to CDC guidelines. I We now have a Facebook page, WRJ/Sisterhood Gift Shop at The Temple, with photos of current Hanukkah merchandise. S

Please contact Sheila Lynch, 502-896-9736, Marlene Ornstein, 502-329-2276, or Karen Waldman, 502-425-4360, to make an appointment to come to the Gift Shop. Looking forward to seeing you. T

WRJ/SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB E Friday, December 18 at 10:00 am on Zoom R Please join the WRJ/Sisterhood Book Club for fascinating reading and interesting discussions on Zoom. On Friday December 18, at 10:00 am we’ll discuss Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who H Revealed It to the World by Leslye M.M. Blume. Amazon wrote, “New York Times bestselling author Lesley M.M. Blume reveals how one courageous American reporter uncovered one of the deadliest cover-ups of the 20th century – the true effects of the atom bomb – potentially saving millions of lives.” O On Friday January 22, 2021 at 10 am, we'll discuss The Book Of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel. O Everyone is welcome to attend. For questions and the Zoom login information, please contact Susan Waterman at [email protected]. D

7 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 LEON FLOWER | 1907-1986

“WHAT REALLY COUNTS”

Perhaps one might say that what made Leon Flower worthy of being known as a Pillar of The Temple was a lifetime of dedicated service to our congregation. Yet in Leon’s case, I believe that there was something in the very nature of the man that exceeded whatever he offered of his time and substance. Yes, he was committed to furthering the ideals of our Jewish heritage and the goals of our synagogue. It was his rich and caring personality that was really his gift to us. You see, when it gets right down to it, what really counts in life is the way in which we touch each other and affect each other, the degree to which we can grow, and become, and fulfill ourselves because of each other. When Leon expended his energies on behalf of his Temple, as he did so abundantly, it was always in a manner that impacted on those around him in ways that encouraged them to join him in his efforts.

As it says in the Talmud, “One good deed inspires another,” and that’s the way it was with Leon. He was truly an inspiration to us.

The invaluable service he rendered in so many different capacities, including the major responsibility of overseeing the maintenance of the grounds of the Temple cemetery, was always marked by the same conscientious care and sensitivity that governed everything he did. Leon was someone upon whom we could depend, knowing that his responses would always be immediate and unqualified. The substance of the life of Leon Flower was reflected in the depth of his feelings and the strength of his character, the richness of his personality, and the warmth of his friendship. He was devoted to his Temple in an uncommon way, and we have all been enriched by his legacy of goodness preserved forever in sacred memory.

Rabbi Chester B. Diamond

MAZEL TOV Mazel tov to grandparents, Halle Nussbaum and Jay Nussbaum, and parents, Courtney and Brett Nussbaum, on the birth of Henry Miles.

Mazel tov to grandparents, Robin and Bruce Miller, and parents, Nathan and Nicole Miller, on the birth of Asher Dean Miller.

Mazel Tov to Jessica Springer, a WRJ Deborah Award winner, at the Central District WRJ Virtual Convention, November 6-8, 2020. This award is given to a woman who has shown dedication and commitment above and beyond expectations to her local WRJ chapter. We are so proud of Jessica and so happy she is an active Temple WRJ/Sisterhood member.

Mazel Tov to grandmother, Laura Thomas, and parents, Diana and Stephen Faucetta, on the birth of Sofia Faye.

TORAH TIDBITS Have you ever wanted to get the inside scoop about the weekly Torah portion? Or wanted to know details that might not be discussed during the service? The Temple has you covered. You can now sign up for a weekly text message from the Rabbis and be in the loop.

Just text @shabbat123 to 81010 to receive this weekly message.

8 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 UPDATES FROM AROUND The Temple BULLETIN ONLINE | A WORD FROM YOUR COMMITTEE The committee would love to hear comments and suggestions from you.

Please share your stories of resilience and the importance of being our best selves. We want to highlight as many positive stories in our community as possible. Please send an email to [email protected].

Did you know you can always find TheTemple Bulletin on our website, regardless of the speed of your home mail delivery? On the first of every month the current bulletin starts its run as an easy to read online flipbook, which can be viewed in fullscreen mode. Past Bulletins are also available for perusal, so you can revisit events and photos from the good old days when we used to regularly get together in person. Go to thetemplelouky.org/bulletin to stay connected to all the news.

The Bulletin Committee

SIGN UP TO LEAD CANDLES AND KIDDUSH

Each Friday night, when we stream services, we invite members of our Temple to light candles and say Kiddush from home. If you are interested in lighting candles and saying Kiddush from your home at a Friday night service, please go here thetemplelouky.org/candles-kiddush and choose a Friday night. Avery, from our team, will contact you that week with details. You can also call Avery at 502-423-1818. MAKE PAYMENTS WITH SECURITIES

For those of you who use stock proceeds to pay dues, we need you to complete a short one-minute Temple form going forward. This is important so when we receive the check, we can credit the payment to your account. Often, we receive checks from stock sales with no identification.

To request a form, please email Craig at [email protected].

BLANKETS AND BLESSING COMMITTEE NEEDS YOUR HELP

The Blankets and Blessings committee has been knitting and crocheting hats and scarves to donate to the homeless. We brought in a donation last year, and hope to do so again this year if they allow us to do so.

We would love to include all hats, scarves, and blankets that anyone would like to make. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Allen at [email protected].

Thank you to everyone who has contributed.

9 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 Hanukkah Member Bag Pickup

For Hanukkah this year, every Temple family will receive a Hanukkah member gift bag - similar to the Passover and High Holy Day bags you received earlier this year.

All Temple Hanukkah member bags will contain: • Two custom printed L’Chaim masks • An order form for Brotherhood bourbon and a coupon to the • One dreidel WRJ/Sisterhood Gift Shop • Chocolate gelt • Some bags will have latkes and applesauce sponsored by our Brotherhood, and jelly donuts sponsored and homemade by our WRJ/Sisterhood (please • A short Hanukkah blessings service see explanation below on how to receive latkes and jelly donuts) for lighting the menorah There are four options for picking up your Hanukkah gift bag: 1. PICK UP YOUR BAG AT THE TEMPLE | RSVP Required • Drive-by pick-up times are Monday, December 7 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm and Tuesday, December 8 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. • The first 350 members to pick up their bags will receive latkes, applesauce, and jelly donuts. • RSVP by Thursday, December 3 at thetemplelouky.org/hanukkah-bag-pickup/. We will send you an email prior to pick up with details on how and where to pick up your bag at The Temple in a safe manner. 2. ATTENDING MENORAH LIGHTING SERVICES DURING HANUKKAH | RSVP Required • The Temple will hold three short Hanukkah services, from 5:15 – 5:30 p.m., outside by our new menorah on Thursday, December 10, Sunday, December 13, and Thursday, December 17. Each service will be limited to 50 members and masks are required for safety. You must RSVP for the service if you wish to attend. We will have circles on the ground to indicate appropriate social distancing for family units. Look out for more details about these services during the next two weeks. • Members who RSVP to attend one of The Temple's Menorah Lighting services will receive their Hanukkah member bag at the event. Included with your member bag will be homemade jelly donuts, compliments of The Temple WRJ/ Sisterhood. RSVP by Friday, December 4 at thetemplelouky.org/hanukkah-lighting/. 3. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO PICK UP YOUR HANUKKAH GIFT BAG • If you are unable to pick up your member bag on December 7, December 8, or at the three Menorah Lighting services, please make an appointment to pick up your member bag at The Temple office, by calling Avery at (502) 212-2020. Hanukkah Bags are available through the end of Hanukkah on Friday, December 18. 4. DELIVERY TO YOUR HOME • Not able to leave your home? The Temple will deliver your Hanukkah member bag, with the support of our wonderful volunteers. Latkes, applesauce, and jelly donuts will not be included with any bags that are delivered, to ensure food safety standards. • If you live outside of the Kentuckiana region, The Temple will mail your bag to your home. Latkes, applesauce, and jelly donuts will not be included with any bags that are mailed, to ensure food safety standards.

If you have any questions, please call Avery at 502-212-2020.

Thanks very much. Wishing all of you a safe and Happy Hanukkah!

10 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 HANUKKAH LIGHTING AT THE TEMPLE

December 10, 13, & 17 | 5:15-5:30 at the corner of Lime Kiln and US-42 RSVP required at thetemplelouky.org/hanukkah-lighting/

Join us for a special outdoor Hanukkah Menorah Lighting. Pick up your Hanukkah Member bag, sing songs, and help us light our brand new Hanukkah Menorah. Latkes from the Brotherhood and jelly doughnuts homemade by the WRJ/Sisterhood will be provided. If you have any questions, please call Avery at 502-212-2020.

Limited space available, masks required, and social distancing guidelines will be followed. LCJC HAVDALAH CELEBRATION

Saturday, December 12 6:30 pm Havdalah Service, Community-wide menorah lighting, and festive Hanukkah singing with all Louisville congregations 6:50 pm Entertainment by hilarious comedian, Raanan Hershberg

Watch on YouTube at bit.ly/lcjc-ky

The Louisville Council of Jewish Congregations (LCJC) invites the entire community to unite together at a virtual Festive Hanukkah Celebration. We will begin with Havdalah service, menorah lighting, and singing led by leaders from all of the community synagogues. Then, we will laugh out loud with comedian, Raanan Hershberg.

Raanan Hershberg grew up in Louisville, and is now a talented, well-known, and really funny comedian (especially when he talks about his mother). In January, he made his national television debut on “The Late Show with James Corden.” To learn more, visit www.raananhershberg.com.

What is the LCJC? Since the mid-1800’s, synagogues have served as the backbone of Louisville Jewish life. The Louisville Council of Jewish Congregations (LCJC) continues this tradition today with synagogue leaders collaborating as partners supporting Jewish Louisville. Representatives of Adath Jeshurun, Anshei Sfard, Keneseth Israel, Temple Shalom, and The Temple meet regularly to strengthen communal relationships and to share ideas for sustaining our Jewish community.

Looking for some family-fun Hanukkah Activities?! Here are some suggestions for how your family can have fun getting in the mood for Hanukkah.

Dreidel, dreidel, dreidel.... Want to do a fun, super quick dreidel activitiy with your kids? Check out this blog post on how to make a super quick dreidel activity for some at home fun: https://www.whatdowedoallday.com/ easy-ha-nukkah-dreidel-craft-kids/

Want to work on a fun menorah? Look at these options. Try a fun Lego variation of a menorah. Get those creative juices flowing with this one: https://www.whatdowe-doallday.com/lego-menorah/ or try this paper plate and clothespin variation: https://simpleplayideas.com/paper-plate-menorah

Will you and your family try out any of these or some other fun at-home Hanukkah inspired crafts? If so, let us know. We would love to include your photos in the next bulletin. Email [email protected].

11 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 FIRST TROOP 30 FEMALE EAGLE SCOUTS

Mazel tov to Amanda Dewey of The Temple’s Troop 30GT, the first female Eagle Scout candidate in Louisville and the state of Kentucky, and to Natalie Young, the first Scout in Kentucky to earn both Girl Scouts’ highest award, the Gold Award, and BSA’s highest award, Eagle Scout rank. Both Scouts will be in the First Cohort of female Eagle Scouts from across the country, who will all officially be Eagle Scouts on February 8, 2021. Over 100 years ago back in 1920, The Temple’s Scout Troop 30 was also proud to produce the first (male) Eagle Scout in the state of Kentucky.

Amanda’s Eagle Scout Service Project was to build a kiosk for the new Harrods Creek Park in Prospect, Kentucky. Both of her parents (Byron and Carrie) are active Adult Leaders with Troop 30 and Troop 30GT.

Natalie’s Eagle Scout Service Project was to build picnic tables and a graveled area for them at the same park. The second photo shows Natalie at one of her picnic tables. Her brother Zachary is also an Eagle Scout and her parents (George and Tina) actively support Scouting.

Troop 30GT’s Scoutmaster, Mike Harlan said, “We founded Troop 30GT because we thought it was important for girls to have the same opportunities for leadership development, recognition, and outdoor skills and fun that boys have been having in Scouting for over 100 years. We’re very proud that Amanda and Natalie are our first Eagle Scouts, and we expect many more girls to follow their lead and earn this prestigious achievement.”

Troop 30 was founded in 1916 as one of the first Boy Scout Troops in the Louisville area, and is one of the oldest Jewish-sponsored Troops in the USA. Troop 30 and Troop 30GT are both chartered by The Temple. Troop 30GT was founded on February 1, 2019 as one of the first all-girl Scouts BSA Troops in Louisville and Kentucky. Troop 30GT has outdoor outings every month, including backpacking, caving, canoeing and kayaking, climbing, shotgun shooting, and horseback riding, with special practices to ensure COVID-19 safety. Troop 30GT currently has 10 active Scouts and welcomes any interested girls and their parents; Troop 30 currently has over 50 active Scouts and welcomes any interested boys and their parents.

SCOUT AMANDA

SCOUT NATALIE

12 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 B'Nei Mitzvah Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all B’nei Mitzvah services will be in person, private family events.

Edward Rothschild III, “Trey”, will become a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, December 5, 2020, in a private Havdalah service. Trey is the son of Shannon and Edward Rothschild II, brother to Reagan and Emory. Trey is the grandson of the late Frances and the late Edward Rothschild of Louisville, Kentucky and Heather and Ronald Melrose of Austin, Texas.

Trey is in eighth grade at St. Francis School, Goshen. He enjoys swimming, playing video games, and designing video games. He also enjoys spending time with friends, family, and his two puppies. For his mitzvah project, Trey made 500 sandwiches and collected hygiene products for the homeless of The Forgotten Louisville. He also collected books through Louisville Reads, to be donated to Home of the Innocents.

David Alexander Laber, son of Lia Rodriguez Bonny and Damian Laber, brother of Eric and Natalie will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on January 9, 2021 at 10:30 am, at The Temple. David is the grandson of Ana Maria and Raul Rodriguez and the late Felisa and late Manuel Laber. He’s also a beloved stepson to William Bonny and stepbrother to Cole and Peyton. David is a great dad to the family cat, Serena.

David is in the seventh grade at Louisville Collegiate School, where he is a member of the soccer and squash teams. David loves playing chess with friends and family, playing video games with friends, and spending time with his family.

David is participating in the Pledge 13 Mitzvah program. He has volunteered to prepare meals for homeless people through The Temple Mitzvah Makers opportunities. He also helped prepare and assemble the Passover care bags for Temple members and has visited elder members as well. David is gathering items for the Grannies Respond and La Casita projects, which serve underprivileged migrant families in the Louisville area.

The entire congregation is welcome to join the service via live stream: thetemplelouky.org/streaming.

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13 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 S N A P S H O T S from virtual events at The Temple GRADE 7 AND 8 FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICE

ELIJAH PEPPAR'S BAR MITZVAH SUMMER CAMP ZOOM

SENIOR UNIVERSITY LITE

WRJ/SISTERHOOD UNSUNG JEWISH WOMEN

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Temple Scholars on Zoom Chavurat Shalom Shabbat Service Torah Study on Zoom 9:30 am - 12:00 pm On Zoom On YouTube 9:00 am 1:00 pm 7:00 pm Shabbat Service Hebrew School on Zoom on YouTube 4:30 pm 10:30 am Trey Rothschild Havdallah Bar Mitzvah 5:30 pm

HANUKKAH 1st CANDLE HANUKKAH 2nd CANDLE HANUKKAH 3rd CANDLE Religious School Weekly Minyan on Zoom Hanukkah Member Temple Scholars on Zoom Chavurat Shalom Shabbat Service Torah Study on Zoom 7:30 am Bag Pick up 9:30 am - 12:00 pm On Zoom On YouTube 9:00 am On Zoom 1:00 pm 9:30 am 1:00 pm 7:00 pm Shabbat Service Hanukkah Member Bag Hebrew School on Zoom Pick up On YouTube The Conversatin: Transit 4:30 pm Hanukkah Lighting at 10:30 am On Zoom 1:00 pm The Temple and FB Live 2:30 pm Adult Education on Zoom 5:15 pm LCJC Hanukkah Celebration on Zoom 6:00 pm 6:30pm

HANUKKAH 4th CANDLE HANUKKAH 5th CANDLE HANUKKAH 6th CANDLE HANUKKAH 7th CANDLE HANUKKAH 8th CANDLE Religious School on Zoom Weekly Minyan Temple Scholars on Zoom Chavurat Shalom WRJ Book Club Torah Study 9:30 am on Zoom 9:30 am - 12:00 pm On Zoom On Zoom On Zoom Sandwich Making 7:30 am 1:00 pm 10:30 am 9:00 am 12:30 pm Hebrew School on Zoom Adult Education Shabbat Service Catholic Jewish Dialogue 4:30 pm Hanukkah Lighting at Shabbat Service On YouTube 2:30 pm on Zoom The Temple and FB Live On YouTube 10:30 am Hanukkah Lighting at The 6:00 pm 5:15 pm 7:00 pm Temple and FB Live 5:30 pm

No Religious School Weekly Minyan No Temple Scholars No Chavurat Shalom Temple Office Closed Torah Study on Zoom On Zoom 7:30 am No Hebrew School Shabbat Service 9:00 am On YouTube Shabbat Service No Adult Education 7:00 pm On YouTube 10:30 am

NEW YEARS DAY No Religious School Weekly Minyan No Temple Scholars No Chavurat Shalom Temple Office Closed Torah Study on Zoom On Zoom Sandwich Making 7:30 am No Hebrew School Shabbat Service 9:00 am 12:30pm On YouTube Shabbat Service No Adult Education 7:00 pm On YouTube Movie Night with Rabbi 10:30 am Rapport on Zoom 7:00 pm Albert and Betty Hess G.U.C.I. Fund for the Homeless In Honor Of: Camp Fund Generous Donation From: Recovery of Martha Weinberg In Memory Of: Ann Dorzback Recovery of Marcia Schuster Sonya Simon 90th Birthday of Dr. Richard Wolf General Budget Elaine and Edward Weinberg Robin Wolff In Honor Of: Brotherhood Transportation Les & Genie Aberson's Mazon Fund Fund 60th Anniversary Generous Donation From: Lillian Levy Laura and Mark Rothstein In Memory Of: Joan Hausman Campbell Elise, Craig, Arianna, Drew In Honor Of: Nathan Zimmerman and Maraya Goldstein Speedy Recovery Mercedes Nibur Sandra and Ronald Goldstein Valeri Bornstein Ivan Nibur Laura Koby In Memory Of: Isabela Nibur's Bat Mitzvah Valeri Bornstein Mercedes and Ivan Nibur Cemetery Beautification Fund In Honor Of: Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Callen In Memory Of: Jerry Fine’s new great grandson, Shelley and Marshall Kahn George Emont Henry Nussbaum Irene and Jim Karp Stephanie and Chuck Sarasohn Barbara and Sonny Altman Sandy and Mark Hammond George Kaviar Terry and Gary Herman Frances Weinstock and Craig Kaviar In Memory Of: Helane and David Cooper Gail Herman Nathan Zimmerman Alison and Doug Roemer Marlene Ornstein Ann Leah Blieden Janet and Marvin O'Koon Barbara and Sonny Altman Patti and Ronnie Goldstein Meyer Youth Cultural Samuel Berg Marsha and Ed Bornstein Programming Fund Shirley Spero Joan Conner In Honor Of: Rae Judah Nancy Opper Moser Margie and Michael Kommor Joan and Mark Judah Howard O'Koon Speedy Recovery Ellen Rosenbloom Dorothy Collings Shannon and Ed Rothschild Jane and Steve Shapiro Ann Leah Blieden In Memory Of: Barbara Altman Ali and Andrew Ignatow Dorothy Rouben Chavurat Shalom Joan and Mark Judah In Memory Of: Nancy Kranz Morris Perlmutter Orit and Jon Goldstein Prayer Book Fund Irene Zahler Diana and William Schmied In Memory Of: Lee Harrow Maxine and Jerry Bizer Francine Lake Sarah and Mike Harlan Edward Saag Renee Greenspan Terry and Gary Herman Sonya Simon Don and Ann Roth Fund for the Nathan Zimmerman Archives Renee Greenspan Carole Spielberg Susan Jaffe In Memory Of: Paula and Armand Frank Ann Roth Maxine and David Rouben Prayer Book Endowed In Memory Of: Stephanie Reese and Mark Silver Allan Baker Nathan Zimmerman Schuster Family Endowment Fund Sheila and Steven Baker Margie Kean Baker Valeri Bornstein In Honor Of: Her Friends Speedy Recovery Lois Shapero Kristal and Scott Goodman Lois and Julian Shapero Sonya Simon Rabbi David ArielJoel Adult Debbi and John Saag In Memory Of: Education Fund Mitch & Trish Kline Nathan Zimmerman In Memory Of: Stacy and Michael Alpert Lois and Julian Shapero Nathan Zimmerman Marlene and Ben Schaffer Miriam Davidson Linda and Gregg Spielberg Mary Rudd Manuel and Evelyn Weinberg Rabbis’ Discretionary Funds Betsy Bennett and Bruce Hart Youth Education Fund Generous Contribution From: Valeri Bornstein In Memory Of: Raema Green Ellen and Max Shapira Harry Lee Meyer In Honor Of: Fishman Library Fund Elaine and Edward Weinberg In appreciation for Rabbi Diamond's In Honor Of: Valeri Bornstein Kol Nidre service In Memory Of: Nathan Zimmerman Eleanor Shiffman Sam Peromchek Martha and Barth Weinberg In appreciation for the High Holy Marlene Ornstein Harris Lefkowitz on his Day Services 106th birthday Linda and Sam Stein Marcia and Norton Frank Speedy Recovery Amy Trager Carole Behr

16 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 Dale Warmstad’s Birthday Rabbi Gaylia R. Rooks Fund For Henry S. Frank Allan Fine’s 80th Birthday Music Julie and Jim Ensign

Phyllis and Andy Present In Honor Of: Temple Technology Fund Charlene Gordon's new Speedy Recovery Dr. Louie Bailey In Honor Of: granddaughter Karen and Jay Waldman High Holy Day Services Bobbie Rouben In Memory Of: Angeline and Joe Golden Henry Nussbaum’s Baby Naming George Kaviar Brett Nussbaum WRJ Altar Flowers Fund Frances Weinstock In Memory Of: In Memory Of: and Craig Kaviar Nathan Zimmerman Sonya Simon Breonna Taylor Julie, Jim, Daniel, and Sarah Ensign Genie and Les Aberson Deborah and Mervin Aubespin Allen and Vivienne Moorin WRJ Oneg Shabbat Fund Anita and Shelly Weber Rose Lee and Brooks Morris In Memory Of: Carole Behr Tree Fund Ruth Bader Ginsburg Denise Schiller In Memory Of: Deborah and Mervin Aubespin Genie and Les Aberson Sonya Simon Max Hyman Margie and Michael Kommor Special Thanks to all those who Dale and David Hyman responded to the President’s Tikkun Olam Relief Account Appeal: J. Harry Blum (T.O.R.A) Richard Levy In Memory Of: Lisa and Benji Berlow Marie Hertzman and Phil Cochran Valeri Bornstein Marie Hertzman and Phil Cochran Edythe Lubeach Linda and Sam Stein Rita and Larry Steinberg Roseann and Michael Lubeach Betty Goodman Valeri Bornstein Temple Trager Early Childhood Lisa Bass Lynn and Gabe Gruber Education Fund Curt Liebman Barbara and Frank Weisberg In Memory Of: Carole and Sheldon Rifkin Janice Yusk and Ted Hodge Valeri Bornstein John and Bonnie Roth Phyllis and Andy Present Jean Trager Jeffery and Lisa Lanzet Anita and Shelley Weber Nathan Zimmerman Maxine and Jerry Bizer George Kaviar Sophia McCrocklin and Richard and Mary Bert Wolf Frances Weinstock William Isaacson Benita Berman and Craig Kaviar William B. Hummel Lois Fineman Marjory Horwitz Karen and Jay Waldman Lois Hess Adolph Horwitz Barry and Andrea Bernson Arlene Jamie Horwitz Video Streaming Fund A Generous Donation From: Tuttle Joan Campbell Gay Adelstein Barbara and Henry Altman Phyllis & Andy Present Marshall Nathanson Mildred Axelrod Joel Ungerleider Jan and William Altman Ruth and Ron Greenberg Cheryl Ungerleider and John Russ Charlene Gordon Hillard Aberson In Honor Of: Lee and Lois Epstein Genie and Les Aberson’s Genie and Les Aberson th Louis Helman Rae Judah 60 Anniversary Sara Yamin Ellen and Stanley Bayersdorfer Joan and Mark Judah Carole Snyder Sonya Simon In Memory Of: Moises and Cathy Dreszer Marcy and Ken Grossman Max Rosenberg Donald and Elaine Stern Lee Grossman Sidonie Roth Mark and Laura Rothstein Nanette and Mark Silverstein Siddy Rosenberg Berel and Nancy Abrams Heather and Seth Gladstein William J Schutz Randi Frank and Brian Funk Debbie and David Perellis Benita Berman Robert and Gail Koach Nathan Zimmerman Betsy Prussian ** These donations were accepted as Ellen and Stanley Bayersdorfer Isabella Gotlib of October 30, 2020 Ludmilla and Toly Gotlib Amy and Lee Benovitz Georgia Russell Valeri Bornstein The Temple extends its Linda Bledsoe Amy and Lee Benovitz Gail Herman Henry S Frank condolences to the families of: Harold Herman Marcia and Norton Frank Isabella Gotlieb Adora Rosenstein Ruth Gelfenbein Linda and Stephen Goodman Sonya Simon Michael Glogower

17 | THE TEMPLE BULLETIN DECEMBER 2020 Raise Funds For The Temple Use Kroger Card and Shop Amazon Please remember to relink your Kroger Card to The Temple account and continue to help raise money by simply swiping your card. Instructions are on our website. Shop for your families needs and earn money for The Temple! With the help from our participating congregants your participation earned $450.00 for The Temple. Thank You

Did you know? If you click on the blue “Shop Amazon through The Temple” button on The Temple website (www.thetemplelouky.org), you can shop on amazon.com and The Temple earns 0.5% of the sales. Try it today. DONATE TO THE TEMPLE To make a donation, please include the The Temple following information with your check 5101 US - 42 and mail to: Louisville, KY 40241 or call The Temple at 502-423-1818 Send Acknowledgement To: Name: ______Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______

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__ In Honor Of: ______In Memory Of: ______Other: ______Temple Funds ☐ Temple Endowment Fund ☐ WRJ Oneg Shabbat Fund ☐ Samuel H. & Hattie Brohm Klein Memorial Fund ☐ WRJ Service to the Blind Fund ☐ Chester Diamond Religious School Educ. Fund ☐ Don & Ann Roth Fund for the Archives ☐ Ginger & Martin Lewis Endowed Lecture Fund ☐ Esther & Sam Fishman Library Fund ☐ Albert & Betty Hess GUCI Camp Fund ☐ Prayer Book Fund ☐ Janet & Joseph Myerson Performing Arts Fund ☐ Rabbis’ Discretionary Fund (Choose): ☐ Manual & Evelyn Weinberg Youth Educ. Fund ☐ Ariel-Joel ☐ Diamond ☐ Freda & Allan Shapero Memorial Fund ☐ Rapport ☐ Rooks ☐ David Ariel-Joel Adult Educ. Fund ☐ MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger ☐ Adopt-A-Temple Family ☐ Jeff Shankman Youth Group Leadership Fund ☐ Louis, Evelyn & Markham Levy Audio Visual Arts Fund ☐ Louis C. Shankman “Kutz Camp” Memorial Scholarship Fund ☐ Meyer Youth Cultural Programming Fund ☐ General Budget ☐ Temple Fund for the Homeless ☐ Brotherhood Transportation Fund ☐ Chavurat Shalom Senior Fund ☐ Irv & Happy Shaw Holocaust Memorial Fund ☐ Waller Chapel Fund ☐ Cemetery Beautification Fund ☐ Rose Lee & Brooks Morris Tree Fund ☐ Tikkun Olam Relief Account (TORA) ☐ Gaylia R. Rooks Fund for Music ☐ Julia & Elaine Klein Memorial Landscape Fund ☐ Temple Trager Early Childhood Educ. Fund ☐ Video Streaming Fund ☐ WRJ Altar Flower Fund ☐ Technology Fund When making donations to the Rabbis’ Discretionary Funds, please make the check payable to The Temple and designate the appropriate Rabbi in the memo section.

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HANUKKAH Lighting at The Temple December 10, 13, and 17 RSVP Required

Join us for a special outdoor Hanukkah Menorah Lighting. Pick up your Hanukkah Member bag, sing songs, and help us light our brand new Hanukkah Menorah. Latkes from the Brotherhood and jelly doughnuts homemade by the WRJ/Sisterhood will be provided.

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