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28 Letters Sustained by Faith Keeping Us Safe Robkin at the Helm Getting Back on Track A Milestone for TDSA Robbie Friedmann’s What looked like an irra- Sixteen public safety offi- Shai Robkin is the new The CSI Women’s Shelter This spring, Torah Day mother died a few days tional act was instead a cials from Georgia executive director of the offers housing, counsel- School of Atlanta gradu- after his birth, but he demonstration of faith received specialized train- American Israel Chamber ing, and other services to ated its first child of an came to know her through that ensured survival in ing in Israel, thanks to the of Commerce, Southeast break the cycle of home- alumnus. a small bundle of letters. the face of despair. Georgia International Region. lessness. Law Enforcement By Robbie Friedmann By Howard Margol Exchange. By Leon Socol Page 9 Page 16 Page 8 Page 19 Page 10 Page 17 Page 2 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 3 Page 4 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 denial of human dignity, protection, equal The 4th of July is the day on which we participation, and opportunity that a Jew celebrate the equality and privileges we Midwifery of a nation would pen from her inner soul the immortal share with all Americans as our friends and words of the New Colossus by Emma neighbors without any differentiation. We July is the month in which we celebrate Lazarus that appears at the base of the are proud citizens who rejoice in our her- the formation of the United States of Statue of Liberty? itage as Jews, a heritage that led John America as a free and independent country. Adams, the second president of the United The birthing process and delivery of the BY Marvin Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame, States, to write the following in a letter to newborn nation was a difficult, chaotically With conquering limbs astride F.A. Van der Kemp dated February 16, challenging time. But the gangly, slightly Botnick from land to land; 1808: uncoordinated creation with large eyes Here at our sea-washed, “I will insist the Hebrews have [con- looking to the future has matured into a side. sunset gates shall stand tributed] more to civilize men than any towering beacon for others to follow. In 1802, the U.S. Military Academy at A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame other nation. If I was an atheist and believed And Jews were among those who West Point graduated its first class consist- Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name in blind eternal fate, I should still believe served as midwives to the birthing. While ing of 2 cadets, one of whom, Simon M. Mother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand that fate had ordained the Jews to be the small in numbers and percentage of the Levy, was Jewish. And it is reported that Glows world-wide welcome; most essential instrument for civilizing the population, Jews were counted among those Haym Solomon, a Polish immigrant, was her mild eyes command nations .... who actively support, both in service and possibly the prime financier of the The air-bridged harbor “They are the most glorious nation that financial support, this grand effort to estab- American War of Independence. He was that twin cities frame. ever inhabited this Earth. The Romans and lish our nation. recognized with a stamp issued by the U.S. “Keep ancient lands, their empire were but a bubble in compari- Some, like Francis Salvador of South Postal Service hailing him as a “Financial your storied pomp!” cries she son to the Jews. They have given religion to Carolina, the first identified Jew to be elect- Hero of the American Revolution.” With silent lips. three-quarters of the globe and have influ- ed to an American colonial legislature and Since the destruction of Jerusalem in “Give me your tired, your poor, enced the affairs of mankind more and more the only Jew to serve in a revolutionary 70 CE and the disbursement of the Jews, the Your huddled masses yearning happily than any other nation, ancient or colonial congress, was the first Jew to die Jewish people had been a people without a to breathe free, modern.” for the cause of American liberty. In 1777, country. According to the Jewish Virtual The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. We are proud citizens who have fought Mordecia Sheftall of Savannah was Library, “The first country to emancipate Send these, the homeless, and died to defend this country. We have appointed as deputy commissary general to the Jews was the United States.” Is it any tempest-tost to me, had Congressional Medal of Honor recipi- the Continental troops in South Carolina wonder that we have proudly committed I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” ents, we have had leaders in all fields of and Georgia as well as commissary general ourselves to the service and support of this education and business, we have made of Georgia troops. He was later commis- great nation? To us, those famous words of All of this is not to say that we have not ground-breaking contributions to the field sioned as a colonel by Major General The Declaration of Independence, “. . . that faced bigotry and hatred, and that there of medicine and science, we have served as Robert Howe, making him the highest- all men are created equal, that they are have not been certain restriction in educa- elected officials, and we have made sub- ranking Jewish officer on the American endowed by their Creator with certain tional, societal, and commercial areas. But stantial financial contributions to charitable unalienable Rights, that among these are the psyche and intent that foster the nation’s endeavors of all types. Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness,” John D. Rockefeller said it best: “Every THE formation, as is verbalized in our founding has a greater meaning than just “Rights”; to documents, has continually moved our right implies a responsibility; Every oppor- Jewish Georgian us it has also meant “Opportunity.” country towards the vision of those large tunity, an obligation, Every possession, a Is it any wonder that after centuries of eyes ever looking forward and upward. duty.” The Jewish Georgian is published bimonthly by Eisenbot, Ltd. It is Amen! written for Atlantans and Georgians by Atlantans and Georgians.

Publisher Marvin Botnick Co-Publisher Sam Appel Editor Marvin Botnick Managing Editor Marsha C. LaBeaume Virtuous Assignment Editor Carolyn Gold Consulting Editor Gene Asher Associate Editor Barbara Schreiber Copy Editor Ray Tapley friendships Makeup Editor Terri Christian Production Coordinator Terri Christian One of the great things about Facebook Designer David Gaudio Photographic Staff Allan Scher, Jonathan Paz is reconnecting with childhood friends who Graphic Art Consultant Karen Paz have moved away. That’s exactly what hap- Columnist Gene Asher, Jonathan Barach, pened recently when Allison Glass Bassen, Janice Rothschild Blumberg, Marvin Botnick, David Geffen, who grew up in Atlanta but followed her Carolyn Gold, Jonathan Goldstein, dreams to Manhattan, came back to pro- R.M. Grossblatt, Marice Katz, Balfoura Friend Levine, mote her first novel, Virtue. Marsha Liebowitz, Bubba Meisa, With the help of social networking, Erin O’Shinsky, Reg Regenstein, Allison was able to track down friends from Susan Robinson, Stuart Rockoff, Roberta Scher, Jerry Schwartz, Leon Socol, Riverwood High School, The Temple, and Rabbi Reuven Stein, Ruben Stanley the University of Georgia, turning her book Cecile Waronker debut into a reunion going back to elemen- Special Assignments Lyons Joel tary school. The book signing was hosted at Advertising Ruby Grossblatt Steve’s Live Music, in Sandy Springs, by Editorial Advisory Board Members her close friends Heleen Grossman, Peggy Mitchell Bassen (from left), Lisa Halpern, Heleen Grossman, Allison Glass Sam Appel Rabbi Alvin Sugarman Sam Massell Jane Axelrod Albert Maslia William Rothschild Marbach, and Ron Kirschner. Bassen, Peggy Marbach, and Ron Kirschner Gil Bachman Michael H. Mescon Marilyn Shubin When asked why she decided to write a Asher Benator Paul Muldawer Doug Teper novel, Allison replied, “My friends and reviews agreeing that Allison has cleverly scheduled to be published this summer. Her family have been telling me to write for created a suspenseful story, with characters love of writing, “gets me out of bed every that are easy to connect with, making it a morning.” She adds, humorously, “Okay, 8495 Dunwoody Place, Suite 100 years. The challenge was coming up with Virtue Atlanta, GA 30350 the story. Virtue was inspired by scandalous page turner impossible to put down. breakfast, lunch, and dinner are equally (404) 236-8911 • FAX (404) 236-8913 newspaper headlines. A governor got is the perfect balance of Southern charm motivating. If I’m not writing, I’m reading. [email protected] caught with an escort. That had me scratch- and New York edginess. There is nothing better than a great read.” www.jewishgeorgian.com ing my head. Why would a powerful man Fans of Allison can be sure there are Virtue is published by Word of Mouth risk his career? And what about the escort?” more stories to come. Her second novel, My and is available in paperback or Kindle edi- The Jewish Georgian ©2013 Published in April, Virtue is garnering Father’s Affair, inspired by a true story, is tions at Amazon.com. July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 5 coming up, featuring hundreds of artists, homes of veterans who need companions), dealers, and galleries from all over the making them available for adoption, and United States, Canada, Mexico, and training them as service dogs. What’s Europe. Plus, you’ll run into tons of people Studies show that these programs also you know. greatly reduce the incidence of violent FolkFest, founded and run by Amy and behavior in prison as well as recidivism Steve Slotin, mainly offers folk and self- rates, creating “a huge ripple effect in the taught art—new and antique—and community.” Southern folk pottery. It will be held August HAPPENING 16-18, at The North Atlanta Trade Center, in Norcross, off Interstate 85 North, at Indian CECIL ALEXANDER. As a child growing Trail Road (exit 101). up in Atlanta, on a hot July day, Cecil Some 12,000 people attend the annual Alexander sold soft drinks from his red weekend-long event, which has made wagon to Atlanta a center of folk art appreciation. It is thirsty con- BY Reg called “the biggest and best collection of struction Regenstein folk art assembled under one roof,” with workers near prices for all budgets, from $1 to $50,000. the corner of Friday evening, from 5:00-10:00 p.m., Highland and 1943, was killed in 1983, in a tragic auto- is the meet-the-artists opening night party. Ponce de Leon mobile accident that also gravely injured Hope to see you there. avenues. Cecil. He and Hermi had three children, For more info, check www.slotinfolka- Seven five grandchildren, and two great grandchil- rt.com, or call 770-532-1115. Fulton County commissioner Rob decades ago, dren. Pitts and Andrea Appel he was a Cecil is best known and admired for his Marine Corps outstanding work on behalf of civil rights MAUREEN AND MARK GOLD- aviator, flying since the 1960s, which prompted former MAN’S NEW VENTURE. Maureen and Mark Goldman have started an Cecil Alexander fighter Atlanta Constitution editor Eugene bombers in the Patterson rightly to say of him: “The online store called Catherine’s Table Pacific, dive-bombing Japanese ships, air- courage that propelled Cecil Alexander (www.catherinestable.com), which sells craft, and military facilities, for which he through 62 missions flying Marine dive beautiful, unique, handcrafted tabletop was twice honored with the Distinguished bombers over the Pacific is built into goods and accessories — all made in Flying Cross. Atlanta’s bricks now. His demanding America — with several of the featured decency laid moral sills under modern artists hailing from Atlanta and nearby Today, 95-year-old Cecil is one of our Atlanta as well as the tall buildings he Amy and Steve Slotin cities like Athens. greatest and most accomplished and designed. He risked his living in the 1950s Maureen and Mark proudly emphasize respected citizens—a civil rights hero, and 60s to defy the popular little men whose ANDREA APPEL: HELPING PEOPLE that “We support American artists and small accomplished architect, community leader, racism tried to block his vision of an upright AND ANIMALS. There’s something about businesses in the U.S., because they are the designer of the former Georgia state flag— Atlanta.... Some men hesitated in that time dogs that seems to calm people down, to engine of economic growth in our country. and now, author. when Atlanta had to decide whether to be provide unconditional love and companion- It’s empowering to know that we can all Cecil has just written an autobiography, great. Cecil Alexander stood up, and said ship that stabilizes even the most hard-to- make such a difference with our purchases.” Crossing the Line, with journalist Randy follow me.” reach people. And a portion of all sales is donated to Southerland. Available on Amazon.com, it Cecil’s book is a great work about one We can speak from long experience, is eloquently described and reviewed by of the truly great men of our times, and having had several wonderful dogs over the Janice Rothschild Blumberg in this issue. how, with the help of his wisdom and years, all of which we prefer to many of the Cecil’s life story is an amazing and vision, Atlanta became the great city it is people we have known. inspiring account of life in early America today. The lovely and dedicated Andrea Appel and Old Atlanta. His ancestors, some of is working with a very effective group that whom he shares with my mother’s family, utilizes the human-canine bond to help both fought for America during the people and animals. Revolutionary War and for their homeland, Operating out of the Fulton County the Confederacy, during the Civil War. Jail, Canine CellMates is a “jail dogs pro- As an architect, Cecil has designed gram.” Andrea tells us that it “works to some of Atlanta’s best known buildings, rehabilitate inmates housed at Fulton including the Coca-Cola Company World County Jail and homeless dogs from Fulton Headquarters, the Bell South Building, and County Animal Services through a Good Fulton County Stadium in Atlanta. Behavior Incentive program. We want to give the inmate a productive new sense of hope and newly trained skills to care for and Mark and Maureen Goldman train shelter dogs and give the dogs the skills they need in order to become adopted Meals on Wheels Association of America. into and spend the rest of their lives in lov- As Maureen and Mark told us exclu- ing and caring homes.” sively, “Catherine’s Table grew from an It is a collaborative effort between interest in comforting people and wanting Fulton County Animal Services, the Fulton to turn that feeling into an enterprise. County Sheriffs Office and Fulton County “We’ve been on a treasure hunt, Jail, and Canine CellMates. searching all over America for handcrafted In Gwinnett County, a similar pro- tabletop goods that look and feel soulful Cecil and Helen Alexander (photo: gram, Operation Second Chance and fun. We found a group of 26 artisans Stephen H. Moore) (www.jaildogs.org), has been a tremen- and purveyors who make beautiful things dous success. that are made to be used. These are the arti- Cecil is married to Helen Cecil Alexanderʼs Crossing the Line Besides helping inmate handlers learn sans who represent many of our best Eisemann Alexander, mother of four chil- a sense of responsibility, these and other American craft traditions; men and woman dren and grandmother of eight. His first FOLKFEST 2013 COMING SOON. Mark such programs across the country save lots who craft tabletop goods with clay, glass, of dogs that otherwise would be euthanized, wife, Hermione Weil, whom he married in your calendars, the 20th annual FolkFest is See HAPPENING, page 6 placing them in loving homes (including the Page 6 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Happening flew in from Wilmington, Delaware. Marni tells us that Adeline is still as beautiful, Matisyahu highlights Davis From page 5 smart, and alert as ever—“with a better memory than I have, and tons of friends slate, metal, cloth, and lots of love. who love her.” “Once you experience finely crafted, 20th Anniversary Alumni Reunion handmade goods, there’s no turning back. FIGHTING BULLYING WITH AVIVA’S Thirteen years ago, in the year 2000, At one time, it was fairly easy to They are beautiful, comforting, and totally MUSIC. Aviva (she goes by her first name the first class of Davis Academy 8th- keep up with Davis Academy’s young unique. They are gifts that can’t be dupli- only) is an amazing entertainer. A talented grade graduates donned caps and gowns. alumni, most of whom were in high cated.... We live with nearly every piece, and beautiful singer and musician who There were 21 students in that first grad- school or in their early college years. But getting to know how it works best at the plays several instruments—keyboard, uating class, many of whom were among with this year’s graduation of 71 8th- table.” piano, trumpet, drums, guitar—Aviva per- the very first students when the school graders, Davis graduates number more forms all over the country with her band, started in 1992. than 700, and the age span runs from high GOLDBERG’S OPENS LOCATION AT The Flying Penguins, featuring Simon, Throughout the entire 2012-2013 school to young adults. On the occasion AIRPORT. If Isaac, Andre, and Jenny. Besides Atlanta, school year, The Davis Academy, of its 20th anniversary—and to meet the you didn’t they have done gigs this year in Charleston; Atlanta’s Reform Jewish Day School, has challenge of staying connected with its think there New York; Washington, D.C.; North been celebrating its 20th anniversary by alumni—The Davis Academy Alumni were enough Carolina; and even Maine. honoring and thanking its founders and Association was launched this year. Davis Goldberg’s Aviva teaches music here and also supporters, its students, and families. As a alumni can also stay in touch with one delis scattered works on building sustainable earthen most cherished group of constituents, another electronically, via social media across Atlanta, structures, such as benches, playhouses, Davis Academy alumni were invited back and the Davis website, and the school is you’ll be glad and ovens, made from sand, clay, and straw. “home” for a reunion with one another able to keep former students apprised of to hear that air- You can learn more about her music at and their former teachers, in one of the all Davis news and future alumni events. port conces- www.avivaandtheflyingpenguins.com. closing events of this joyous and celebra- In addition, the first issue of The sionaire She and fellow musician Yoeshi tory year. Davis Academy Alumni Journeys Paradies Shops Roberts recently hosted a great musical It was a fantastic turnout for the Magazine showcased the activities and has just event at Jerry Farber’s Side Door, in event, which took place Thursday accomplishments of Davis grads. From Gregg Paradies opened Buckhead’s Landmark Diner, designed to evening, May 30. Hundreds of Davis alum who are working or studying abroad Goldberg’s raise consciousness about healing from and graduates were in attendance. Hugs and to those who are being recognized for Cafe, on Concourse E, at Atlanta overcoming bullying. Featured were selec- laughter were the order of the evening. academic or civic accomplishments to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. tions from her album Key of You, offering Students and teachers caught up with grads who are excelling in the arts or Now you’ve got somewhere great to over 10 songs about “empowering our- each other, and all reminisced about their sports to those who are involved in dine while you’re waiting for your flight or selves and shining our own light.” years together at Davis. Jewish life—it was an exciting compila- your luggage to be found. And you can read Yoeshi has made an anti-bullying tion of vignettes, showing a broad range The New York Times or a book while you’re video, “Always Respect,” with the theme of interests and achievements. dining, since Paradies has also opened a that “kindness is cool.” It is available at New York Times Bookstore right nearby. www.Acousticencouragement.com. President and CEO Gregg Paradies says that “Goldberg’s reputation for great food has been synonymous with Atlanta for over 40 years,” and he should know, since we have seen him and his family dining at one of the Buckhead locations many times.

HAPPY 96TH Alumni arriving at the event are BIRTHDAY, greeted by Alumni Association par- ADELINE. The ent volunteers. irrepressible and The Class of 2009 met for a College amazing Adeline Yoeshi Roberts (from left), Andre, The highlight of the evening was an Send-Off bash. Each student wore Gilson just turned and Aviva build an earthen structure. exclusive acoustic concert by Matisyahu, the jersey of the college he or she 96, celebrating the Grammy-nominated Jewish- will attend. with her grand- American reggae and alternative rock daughter Marni artist, who performed for nearly an hour Seidel and family and a half for alumni and faculty at The Adeline Gilson members, who Davis Academy Middle School.

Students from the Class of 2005 reunite.

Grammy-nominated artist Matisyahu put on a fantastic acoustic performance for Davis graduates. July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 7 Breman Home news JENICE HOLTZ CUNNINGHAM She has firsthand knowledge of how to run NAMED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF a successful kosher community and is well BERMAN COMMONS. The William respected by both families and her peers.” Breman Jewish Home has named Jenice Tabak also suggested that, for families Holtz Cunningham as the executive director seeking care for aging loved ones and of The Home’s unable to wait until Berman Commons is newest com- finished, The Home offers several options, munity, including The Cohen Home, an assisted liv- Berman ing community in Johns Creek, and The Commons. One Group, a private homecare agency. The The announce- Berman Commons Information Center will Auxilians Extraordinaire (from left) Auxiliary Volunteers of the Year ment was open later this summer, inside the main Mara Berman, Alison Schneider, (from left) Andi Morse, Jodie made soon entrance of the MJCCA. and Carol Rubin Jackson, and Brooke Blasberg after the The Home has created an interest list Dunwoody for those wanting updates. Interested fami- lessly and with tremendous enthusiasm. I few lucky attendees walked away with great City Council lies should visit www.wbjh.org for more would encourage anyone interested to get door prizes and extraordinary raffle items, approved two information. involved to be part of this wonderful organ- including jewelry from both Judith Ripka land waivers ization.” and Tassels, and a Las Vegas vacation trip Jenice Holtz that cleared AUXILIARY SPRING LUNCHEON. The Rubin added, “The Home has cared for from Las Vegas Sands Corporation. Cunningham the way for the Auxiliary, the volunteer and fundraising three of my family members—my grandfa- Founded in 1986, The Auxiliary of The project to arm of The William Breman Jewish Home, ther, who was a resident in the original William Breman Jewish Home has a long move forward on schedule. hosted its annual Spring Luncheon, April Home on 14th Street, plus my mother and and rich history that demonstrates the Berman Commons will be a kosher 29, at The InterContinental Hotel, in aunt. My family will always treasure and power of volunteerism. The Auxiliary con- assisted living and memory care communi- Buckhead, with more than 267 people in appreciate the caring shown to each one. If tributes valuable volunteer and financial ty, located adjacent to the Marcus Jewish attendance. In addition to recognizing the I can give back in any small way, it is my resources and plays an essential role in fur- Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA). hard work of several special volunteers, the privilege to do so.” thering the mission of The Home and its The project, widely anticipated by the com- event marked the beginning of an exciting To make the luncheon even more excit- communities. To learn more about The munity since 2008, will break ground this new year for the organization, with the ing, the Auxiliary offered a fun shopping Auxiliary of The Home, visit fall. The 90-unit building is slated to open announcement of incoming board members. experience. Vendors sold everything from www.wbjh.org, e-mail in December 2014. All residents of Berman Dedicated Auxiliary members Brooke jewelry to giftware to clothing. It was a [email protected], or call 404- Commons will be able to take advantage of Blasberg, Jodie Jackson, and Andi Morse win-win for all involved, as the vendors 751-2267.—Cherie Aviv, 2013 Auxiliary member programs at the MJCCA, in addi- were honored as Volunteers of the Year. As shared a percentage of their sales with The President-Elect tion to the services and activities available vice presidents of membership, they not Auxiliary in support of The Home. Also, a at Berman Commons. only recruited over 100 new members but Although she has been with The also hosted the successful inaugural new Home’s Zaban Tower independent living membership event in the fall. community since February, Cunningham Also recognized were Mara Berman, most recently served as executive director Carol Rubin, and Alison Schneider as of another assisted living facility in the Auxilians Extraordinaire. Being an area. Auxilian Extraordinaire represents an “Like all communities affiliated with exceptional level of commitment and vol- The Home, Berman Commons will be a unteerism. For 10 months, they toiled to place where residents and families feel well produce The Home’s Directory, which cared for and cherished,” said Cunningham. raised funds to bolster the myriad programs “I am thrilled to be part of this exciting for residents of The Home and its commu- project.” nities. The Home’s CEO, Harley Tabak, “I was truly touched to be honored,” expressed his confidence in Cunningham. said Berman. “The Auxiliary is made up of “We are delighted to have Jenice on board. an amazing group of women who work tire-

2013 Marvin C. Goldstein Project Understanding Retreat There has been a unique relationship forum for young leaders in both communi- between the Black and Jewish communities ties to share with and learn from one anoth- for many years. The idea for Project er. Through a 24-hour retreat format, Understanding came from the combined August 24-25, participants will interact experiences of the Atlanta Black-Jewish honestly about issues that affect each of Coalition and the strongly expressed desire their respective communities, as well as on the part of ACCESS, the young adult those that affect both. division of the American Jewish The ideal participant in Project Committee, to create an opportunity for Understanding is a young professional young Black and Jewish adults to share between the ages of 25-39. experiences and develop relationships. For more information, contact Lindsay Since 1989, Project Understanding has Hirsch, 404-233-5501, ext. 208 or provided this opportunity by creating a [email protected]. Page 8 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Public safety officials received training from Israeli counterterrorism experts

Sixteen senior officials from Georgia- and Tennessee-based public safety organi- zations have returned from Israel after an intensive two weeks of immersion in the latest public safety training, led by Israeli police experienced in counterterrorism measures. Officers and executives from six police departments, two sheriff’s offices, three school systems, and agencies that include the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Atlanta Department of Corrections, Georgia Department of Public Safety, Georgia P.O.S.T., and Georgia Public Safety Training Center were sent, through the Georgia International Law Enforcement Exchange (GILEE), to receive peer-to-peer training in counterterrorism, emergency “Judges and officers shalt thou make thee in all thy gates...”—Deuteronomy 16:18. management, and other public safety and homeland security strategies and tactics. Delegates (from left): Ken A. Vance Jr., executive director, Georgia P.O.S.T.; Tsafrir Moisa, superintendent, Israel The delegation also viewed a large-scale Police; Rod D. Ellis, chief, Glynn County Schools Police Department; Christopher E. Hosey, inspector, Georgia multi-agency emergency preparedness drill. Bureau of Investigation; Robert J. Bryson Jr., chief, Tybee Island Police Department; Patrick L. Labat Sr., chief, “Law enforcement professionals who Atlanta Department of Corrections; Michael J. Beller, captain, Chamblee Police Department; Judith A. Canup, major, train in Israel as part of GILEE represent East Point Police Department; Earnest N. Finley Jr., deputy chief, Atlanta Police Department; Carlos F. Ortiz, divi- the firm proactive leadership training sion director, Georgia Police Academy; Alfonzo Williams, director of School Safety & Security, Richmond County underway within our law enforcement com- Board of Education; Yochanan Danino, commissioner, Israel Police; W. Wayne Rikard, chief, Gwinnett County munity,” says FBI Special Agent-in-Charge Schools Police Department; Scott R. Berry, sheriff, Oconee County Sheriffʼs Office; Jimmy C. Carter, chief deputy, Mark Giuliano. “They gain experience and Fulton County Sheriffʼs Office; Brandon P. Sellers, chief, Alma Police Department; Luis M. Solis, assistant chief, an expanded perspective on many varied Braselton Police Department; T. J. Jordan, special agent in charge, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation; Russell D. issues, security and terrorism-related, from Powell, deputy commissioner, Georgia Department of Public Safety; and Robert Friedmann, GILEE founding direc- security experts and their agencies that have tor and professor emeritus of Criminal Justice, Georgia State University (photo: Israel Police) been dealing with those issues for many years. We are the better for this training and intense weeks with one another, forming an State University’s Andrew Young School of ism and fighting traditional crime, while for having these well-trained leaders.” immediate and important bond that they Policy Studies. It was founded as a joint balancing the two. They’ve had a first-hand Since 1992, GILEE has built a critical will rely on when they come back to program between GSU and Georgia’s law encounter with how to be resilient,” says network of more than 900 law enforcement Georgia and resume their duties,” says Jack enforcement community prior to Atlanta’s Friedmann. “They will go on to serve in key executives—more than half of them work- Killorin, who directs the federal High Centennial Olympic Games by Robert public safety leadership positions around ing in Georgia—linked by their mutual Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program in Friedmann, professor emeritus of criminal the globe, where they can implement this experiences in more than 250 such training North Georgia. He was with the Bureau of justice. The program improves public safe- know-how to better serve their citizens. exchanges. Additionally, more than 18,000 Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ty in Georgia and the world by enhancing “The 529 Georgia law enforcement public and private leaders in law enforce- when he participated in GILEE’s eighth trip inter-agency cooperation and educational professionals who have participated in our ment and public safety have attended to Israel in 2000. “GILEE is a signature training among law enforcement communi- 21 years of training join thousands more GILEE’s special briefings on topics such as program, a singular personal and profes- ties, with Israel a principal partner in this who have attended our briefings and pro- cyber-terrorism. sional experience that will stay with its exchange. grams. They keep Georgia safe.” “These delegates have spent two graduates forever.” “Our delegates have learned how to GILEE is a research unit of Georgia focus public safety efforts on counterterror- Yeshiva Atlanta named a Blue Star School

Yeshiva Atlanta has earned the pres- majority of students on a given grade As a Blue Star School, Yeshiva tigious designation of Blue Star School level take the test or have the students Atlanta will receive a banner in recogni- for its students’ performance on the who took it achieve an average score of tion of its students’ achievement and will Financial Literacy Certification Test 80% or higher. be honored at W!SE’s Annual Money administered by Working In Support of Mr. Al Wolmer taught the YA stu- POWER Conference for Financial Education (W!SE). dents who took the W!SE test. Because Literacy, which will take place in YA students achieved a 100% pass of YA’s participation in the program, Mr. November. rate and an average score over 80%. Wolmer had access to training, educa- The W!SE Program is sponsored by Students passing the test earned W!SE’s tional resources, pre-tests, and online leading U.S. institutions, including The coveted Financial Literacy Certification. practice tests. McGraw-Hill Companies, The Allstate The test and certification are recognized However, according to Dr. Paul Foundation, Citi Foundation, The by departments of education in several Oberman, YA’s head of school, there was JPMorgan Chase Foundation, states. more involved than training and Bloomberg, Wells Fargo Foundation, GE Yeshiva Atlanta is one of a select resources. “Al did a fabulous job of Capital Retail Bank, The NYSE Euronext number of high schools nationally to be preparing our students for this test, but Foundation, Inc., The Utah Division of named a Blue Star School. To earn this give credit to our students. They did the Securities, M&T Charitable Foundation, designation, a school must achieve a 75% work, mastered the material, and did the New York City Council, kasina, and passing rate on the test and have either a superbly well on the test,” he said. Signature Bank. Al Wolmer July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 9 A cache of letters introduces a son to the mother he never knew ing. Yet it was impossible to turn back the April 1947, just seven months prior to the husband did not return.” clock. UN Partition Resolution. When she found out that their father After being told the dry facts about From 1941 to 1944, her letters came was murdered in Auschwitz, she wrote: “if BY her death at my birth, there was not much from Kolozsvar, Hungary (as that I think about it, he could not have endured Robbie else added, and I did not know much about Transylvanian territory came under the hellish life of the camp, and therefore Friedmann her, as my father kept silent, and my aunt Hungarian control). My mother was I must say that it was better that they did was rather sparing in her description. deported to Auschwitz, survived, and this immediately upon his arrival.” Admittedly, I did not press for more infor- spent time as a refugee recuperating in Through various sources, including Yad It took me 12 years to write 28 mation, partly because I gathered that I Sweden for several months. In one of her Vashem testimonials, I realized that at Letters: The Short Life of Renée (Baba) got all there was to get, and I had no other letters, she describes meeting Ms. least 40 members of my family were mur- Friedmann On Not So Calm Waters, and I sources I could turn to. It did not change Wallenberg (the aunt of Raoul dered by the Nazis. am not slow. my attitude Wallenberg) and how In many letters, she repeatedly men- impressed she was with her. tioned her desire to join her sister in It took me time to think if From Sweden, my moth- Palestine and urged her to assist with the I even should put it in a book er returned to Cluj (the area immigration process: “As for our plans to format. It took me time to came again under Romanian immigrate, we count only on your han- research, it took me time to control), where for a little dling, as from this end there is nothing we verify, and it took me time to over a year, she and my can do, and we only wish to leave if it is consider if this is a story any- father tried to pick up the legal.” At least once, she literally used the one might be interested in. It pieces and start a new life term Aliyah. took me time to reaffirm that I under the Communist In October 1946, she cheerfully indeed wanted to share a person- regime. informed her sister about her pregnancy: al story. I found the letters to be “I know you will be overjoyed being aunt After all, there are numerous measured, understated, to the child that I will give birth to. It is stories about the Holocaust; there non-dramatic, factual, very early, about two months.” It was a are numerous stories about fami- open, sincere, and parsi- rewarding moment to find out that she was lies; there are numerous biogra- moniously descriptive. If pregnant with me. phies and numerous personal her letters are read out of In her last letter, April 1947, she accounts. Yet, we who are part of context, they still retain expressed apprehension and hope con- the People of the Book have a spe- a personal significance, cerning the upcoming UN Security cial sentiment about the written but in context, they Council Resolution (November 29, 1947): word. It is not just a story that a become rather power- “We are awaiting the UN decision, which book tells. It is a statement, it is a ful. as expected will be crucial for us, and testament, it is truth (if non-fiction), She never men- hopefully in a positive way.” Exactly a it is a tribute, it is memorialization, tioned the term month later, she passed away at the age of it is a historical document, it is a Holocaust, but in one 35. human story, and it is all of the letter, she chastised The few vignettes from my mother’s above. her sister for appar- letters reflect her personal story, my con- The book begins, in one sense, ently referring to the nection to her, and the storm that engulfed when my aunt passed away in Israel in Holocaust as an the Jewish community in Europe in that late 1999. During the shiva, my uncle “interesting time in history that left so many power- handed me a small parcel and said, episode.” She less. She never made it to Israel, despite “These belong to you.” wrote: “I do not want to assign an her yearning to join her sister there. These were 28 letters that my towards my excessive weight to the events, but what I 28 Letters: The Short Life of Renée mother wrote to her sister between 1941 (step) mother, as she was the only have experienced cannot in any way be (Baba) Friedmann On Not So Calm and 1947. My mother wrote those letters mother I knew. defined as an ‘interesting episode.’” Waters is a tribute to my mother, and it from Hungary, Sweden, and Romania to The letters were clearly handwritten, On relatives planning to get married intends to share her legacy with my fami- her sister, who made Aliyah to Palestine. mostly in fountain pen. They were written she wrote: “Eriká is semi-officially ly now and for generations to come. But Her sister was my aunt whose passing we in Hungarian, and I needed help from my engaged to a local mechanical engineer beyond that, it holds a universal value, as were mourning at the tip of the Sea of uncle to translate them, as the cursive Gábor Hertz. They love each other very it is a story about how people who lived Galilee, and she treasured the letters until handwriting was difficult for me to deci- much, and if he will obtain a formal death through the horrors of the deportation, the her last day. pher. That took several months. certificate for his first wife they will get Holocaust, the infliction of Communism, But if the book begins there, the story Turning page after page and letter married soon.” What makes this line cap- and the tyranny of the British Mandate in begins much earlier, as the letters proved after letter, I have grown to realize that I tivating is that his first wife did not die Palestine coped with the challenge of liv- to be much more than some personal notes was offered a unique opportunity to open from illness or an accident. She was mur- ing beyond surviving. It is also a testa- between two sisters. Other than a few pho- a window to her life, to find out who she dered in Auschwitz. How does one obtain ment to the victory of humanity and the tos of a woman I have never known, I had was, what she had experienced, what she such a death certificate? human spirit over evil. My mother’s nothing else from my mother, except the aspired to, and what was her worldview. It In Stockholm, she marveled at the understated and cogent writing is there- life she gave me. She passed away when I was almost like eavesdropping on a one- beauty the city had to offer, saying that “I fore even more powerful, yet non-dramat- was six days old, due to complications she sided conversation. am glad they did not take aesthetic pleas- ic, ably shedding light on an experience encountered while she gave birth to me. Not only was I given an opportunity ure away from us.” no human being should endure. Yet this not-so-unusual fact was hidden to find out who my mother was, but I also Prior to returning home from Sweden The book is in English, Hungarian, from me until I was 31 years old. got to know her more closely and to be she wrote: “I am so full of painful memo- and Hebrew and includes original let- Apparently, educators and rabbis of exposed to dramatic events that included ries and at any rate I have no desire to live ters, documents, and photos. It is avail- the time believed that it was better not to the deportation, the Holocaust, and the in a place from where I was deported.” able in hard copy at blurb.com/book- reveal such facts, as they might strain period just preceding the establishment of And after arriving home, the extent of store/detail/3253895 or as an eBook at family relations if a child found out that a the State of Israel. the loss hit her hard: “It is such a painful store.blurb.com/ebooks/334936-28-letters. parent was a stepparent and not a biologi- My aunt Edith (who later changed her feeling with every step I make, when I cal one. It is easy to judge with the advan- name to Dita) left home in Cluj, Romania, meet with old acquaintances, and they Robbie Friedmann is professor emeritus of tage of time and gained perspective that in 1941, to make Aliyah to Palestine. The greet me politely, but I sense their tor- Criminal Justice and director of the such practice was erroneous and damag- 28 letters that my mother wrote her cover mented look and bitter word, even if it is Georgia International Law Enforcement the period from Dita’s departure until not uttered immediately, that the wife or Exchange, at Georgia State University. Page 10 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Women’s shelter offers more than a ‘hot and a cot’ al staff. There were many who willingly women get back into the mainstream of life. lence of the volunteers and the professional- gave of their time and expertise, but most Annette Eason took on the responsibil- ism and compassion of everyone associated agree that Frank and Helen Spiegel were the ity of stocking the shelter with food and with it. She noted that there were detailed guiding couple over most of the 29 years of other supplies. She was helped by other vol- guides and instructions for all functions of BY Leon the shelter’s history. There were others, too unteers, some of them members of churches the shelter, ensuring that everything flowed Socol many to name. They made the shelter more and other organizations. The shelter serves smoothly and efficiently. One of Sallie’s big than just “a hot and a cot” operation. a hot supper and a hot breakfast every day it accomplishments has been in setting up the is open. shelter as a separate 501 (c) (3) corporation, In 1983, Rabbi Marc Wilson of Helen Spiegel said that the initial chal- in order to qualify for more grants and Atlanta’s Congregation Shearith Israel lenge of the shelter was to recruit volunteers financial support. (CSI) was seeking a project that would and enlist the support of other synagogues During the 2011-2012 fiscal year, the involve his synagogue more actively in and the Jewish Federation. Helen spoke to shelter was open 137 nights and served 19 Atlanta’s community life. He hit on the idea many groups to garner their support, and women clients. Of this group, five moved to of starting a night shelter exclusively for those that responded became repeat contrib- more stable housing; four moved in with homeless women. There were other shelters utors. family or friends; three moved into a room- operating in Atlanta offering refuge to The goal of the shelter was to help ing house or extended stay motel; one had homeless men and homeless couples, but women build marketable skills and prepare an extended stay motel paid with a voucher; there was no shelter just for women. for independence. Helen wanted every and six returned to emergency shelters. To get started, Rabbi Wilson contacted woman who left the shelter to find inde- Their ages ranged from 21 to 59. Eight of some CSI congregants and invited them to pendent living, which depended on finding the clients had physical or mental issues. be on a committee to visit existing shelters suitable work. Candice Gulden, a long-time volunteer, and learn about their operations. Each com- Helen and Frank Spiegel, pioneer The staff realized that operating the said, “It is exciting to now have a year- mittee member was assigned to spend the leaders of the original CSI Womenʼs shelter from November to March each year round program that we can offer to women. night at two shelters and report back to the Night Shelter did not give the women the time they need- I find it personally gratifying to work for an group about all aspects of the existing shel- ed to meet these goals. So two years ago, it organization like the shelter, that is always ters. The volunteers reported their findings Financial support came through introduced the Shelter Challenge Program, working to expand its services and to better and the pros and cons about the type of shel- fundraising, alliances with other charitable which provides year-long support (April- meet the needs of its clients.” ter CSI should create. The committee organizations such as the Atlanta Food March). From April through September, the Shelter client Melba Jones is a middle- reached a consensus and wrote the original Bank, and the efforts of skillful grant writ- shelter hosts a weekly dinner/support group, aged woman who lost her office job and rules for the CSI shelter. ers. Initial help came from a $15,000 dona- at which the women can obtain MARTA eventually her home as a result of the reces- The original assets of the shelter were tion given by the Jimmy Buffett passes, social service referrals, and a link- sion. Melba came to the shelter during the prospective volunteers and rooms in the Foundation. The shelter residents were from age to community volunteer jobs to help past fiscal year and was attending a school basement of the synagogue. It was an various religious faiths, all of which were them learn new skills, develop social net- to become a court reporter. She completed endeavor that literally started from scratch, respected. The volunteers were dedicated to works, and be in positive environments, her course and now works part-time at the with no funding, furnishings, or profession- providing support and care to help the while they gain experience filling commu- school she attended, where she takes addi- nity needs. (These volunteer opportunities tional courses to increase her skills. She is also provide an additional tool for assessing still seeking full-time work and is in a pro- their job readiness.) From October to gram called “Every Woman Works,” offered March, there are quarterly meetings for by Mary Hall Freedom House. She feels social service referrals and linkage to vol- fortunate to have had assistance from the unteer jobs at the shelter and other nonprof- CSI Women’s Shelter and is presently living its. in an apartment she shares with another In the second year of the Challenge woman. She says it’s nice to be off the Program, computer skills and resume needs streets and to be able to continue her work are assessed and more opportunities for and the studies that she hopes will give her individual coaching offered. There has also a permanent job. been a focus on personal appearance: the shelter partners with New Life Community Center and Dress for Success to assist resi- dents with clothing and grooming for inter- views, to help them compete on an equal basis with other job seekers. Executive Director Sallie Weddell has been with the shelter for four years. Sallie has an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master’s in counseling. She’s worked in much larger organizations, but was attracted to the shelter because of the excel-

Melba Jones, a shelter client, prac- tices on one of the laptop computers to keep her skills sharp.

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His first thirteen articles FREE He spoke the King’s English, infused with appeared in HaMaasef, a Jerusalem-based % Biblical terms, and enjoyed access to many halachic journal for which rabbis worldwide PICKUP & DELIVERY wrote. His eleventh article reached America 10 OFF by boat, just as the Leo Frank trial began. Marx and Geffen faced off for almost 20 years. Marx could not live with this ves- tige of the old world of Yiddishkeit, so whenever a member of The Temple married a member of Shearith Israel, Marx instruct- ed my grandfather that he could not wear his “cap.” Only in 1931, at the dedication of the new structure of The Temple, did Marx write, asking Geffen to participate and adding, “You can wear your cap.” When the Leo Frank incident began in 1913, Atlanta had between 8,000-10,000 Jews. The next two and a half years were hell. The Jews in the city remembered the tragedy for a long time. We all know who committed the murder, but a pardon for Leo Frank was not issued until 1986. This is Rabbi David Marx sadly unlike the noted President Wagner, of Emory University, who officially and open- of the leaders of Atlanta through their pas- ly apologized for his school’s anti- tors, with whom he spent much time. Semitism. Marx also helped the young people of The history of the Atlanta Jewish com- The Temple realize that they had a Jewish munity is very rich, but the early records of heritage that they should preserve. How Gate City Jewry are minimal. However, successful he was can only be discerned over 30 years ago, Steven Hertzberg’s book through a statistical analysis 100 years later. on Jewish Atlanta proved one point very Eli Evans, in The Provincials, saw Marx as clearly—Atlanta’s general newspapers are a great leader. When Leo Frank was filled with information about Atlanta Jews lynched, Marx was stunned. and their institutions. Professor Mark Rabbi Tobias Geffen had an agenda Bauman, in the over three decades of tire- when he arrived, even though his English less research and writing, has opened up was weak. Atlanta had to be Kovno, the many other sources that no one knew exist- Lithuanian town where he grew up. So he ed. Books have been written in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish; numerous articles about Atlanta and the South have appeared in publications all over the world. As my grandfather wrote in the introduction to one of his books, “We have been in the negev (south) for over twenty years and we dis- cover a new aspect of Yiddishkeit every- day.” I was born in Atlanta seventy-four years ago, and I have only lived in the city briefly in the last half a century. In 4455 Roswell Road Jerusalem, I am lucky that I continue to learn more and more about the Atlanta Atlanta, Georgia 30342 Jewish community and also work at writing 404-255-4312 about it. In our family, we continue to feel AMERICA’S that the decision of our bubbie and zaddie to www.presstine.com move south in 1910 was the right one. I BEST TM Rabbi Tobias and Sarah Geffen know all of you readers feel the same way. CLEANERS Page 16 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 An act of faith—a key to survival years in a concentration camp would be too we would have them at the hotels. much for them to deal with. His pleas to They absolutely refused to get back in General Mark Clark to change the orders the trucks, and all of the Jews sat down on BY were to no avail. General Clark said the the side of the road. The Army set up field Howard orders came from Washington and would be kitchens to prepare hot food and brought Margol carried out as planned. out blankets, and the Jews coped as best I do not remember the exact location they could. All Friday night and all day where our Army convoy of over 200 vehi- Saturday, the Jews stayed on the side of the World War II in Europe ended on May cles picked up the several thousand Jewish road. After the sun went down on Saturday, 8, 1945, and, for my twin brother, Hilbert, survivors. I do remember going through the they returned to the trucks, and we brought and me, our days of combat in France and remains of the city of Frankfurt. The entire them to the hotels. Germany were over. On that date, we were city had been destroyed, except for two It took them a day or two to get used to together in the same unit of the 42nd church spires that stood tall against the sky- their new surroundings, but after that, Infantry “Rainbow” Division, south of line, in stark contrast to the destruction things went well. They enjoyed the nice Munich, Germany, near the Austrian border. around them. I was riding in one of the rooms, hot baths, good food, and the fact We then went on occupation duty in trucks as an armed guard for the driver. that they were waited on by Austrian civil- Austria. We had been driving all day when, sud- ians. Rabbi Bohnen established classes for In June 1945, the division was ordered denly, yelling and screaming was heard those who wanted to learn English, made to transport several thousand Jews from a throughout the entire convoy of Army vehi- arrangements for some to go to Italy if they concentration camp to Bad Gastein and Bad cles. All of the drivers stopped so we could wanted to try and get to Palestine, and took Hofgastein, Austria. Before the war, they investigate the problem. All of the Jews got care of other details. were at the heart of one of the finest resort out of the trucks and sat down on the side of For years, the Jews in that group of sur- areas in Europe. Underground deposits of the road. They refused to ride any farther. vivors were not allowed to practice their hot mineral water were piped into the hotels The leaders of the group of Jews Judaism. However, regardless of their suf- for bathing purposes. The mineral water explained that it was late Friday, the sun fering and circumstances, they held on to was alleged to cure various aliments, so that was almost down, and the Sabbath would their faith in their minds. That day, in was one reason this resort area was very start. They refused to ride on Shabbos. I, Austria, was their first opportunity to prac- popular. together with several other Jewish soldiers, tice their faith. That is why they refused to Howard Margol at a captured When our division chaplain, Rabbi Eli explained that we were Jewish and fully ride on Shabbos, and they spent the night on German airbase in Furth, Germany Bohnen, from Providence, Rhode Island, understood about Shabbos. After what these the side of the road instead of in comfort- heard about the plan, he was against taking Jews had been through in the concentration able hotel rooms. I have no doubt that hold- this group of Jews from a concentration camps, they deserved to spend the night in ing on to their faith in their minds was a and a way to survive against all odds. camp and putting them in the fancy hotels fancy hotels, with hot food, hot baths, and major reason for their survival. It gave them I think it was also their way of showing with all of their posh surroundings. He was clean clothing. In another 25 or 30 minutes something to hold on to, to look forward to, that they won, and Hitler lost. concerned that the sudden change from School board member Julia Bernath is a leader in education

school sweethearts, as they started dating in Julia has now been elected and re-elect- budget, and develop and approve policy on their senior year. ed four times. She is in her 14th year on the which the schools operate. They do not hire Julia was president of both her junior board, which is composed of seven women. anyone else and they can’t fire teachers or and senior classes and went on to graduate It has been an all-woman board now for coaches, no matter what angry parents may BY Carolyn magna cum laude in eight years. wish. Gold journalism at the The Fulton Julia and Terry live in Sandy Springs, University of Georgia. County school system and their three children graduated from She and Terry married includes close to 100 Fulton County schools. They now have two This article is part of an ongoing series on in 1975. schools with 92,000 stu- grandchildren. Julia is working full time to women who are community leaders. Julia says she dents. Julia counted off help educate the children in her district. learned in high school the names of the 17 high These are the goals that she lists for the In view of the bad publicity some local that “you have to have schools, which are in future for Fulton County schools: school boards have received lately, it is a the courage to try to four clusters: northeast, • improve the graduation rate so that in 5 pleasure to recognize one member, a become involved.” So northwest, central, and years, 90% of students will graduate on woman, who deserves applause. Julia after marrying and south. The clusters are time; Bernath has served on the Fulton County becoming a parent (she not contiguous; the dis- • raise college readiness so that 85% of stu- School Board since January 2000 and has and Terry have three trict is bisected by the dents are eligible for state colleges and uni- received numerous honors for her service. children) she started Atlanta Public Schools. versities; Julia is past president of her local board volunteering in her chil- Fulton County • ensure career readiness so that 100% of and of the Georgia School Board dren’s pre-school, ele- was the first school sys- students are work-ready certified. Association. She is vice chair of the Georgia mentary school, PTA, tem to be district certified Julia Bernath wants the community to Professional Standards Commission and and on committees by SACS. In those dis- know that “everyone benefits by having a serves on a number of statewide committees formed by the board of Julia Bernath tricts not certified, stu- quality public school. It takes community dealing with education. education for lay peo- dents are not eligible for involvement. It takes volunteers, donations, Julia is a product of local schools, hav- ple. Hope Scholarships. Julia and community support to keep quality ing grown up in Atlanta in what was her As an involved parent, Julia was says the Fulton County board’s success is schools.” grandfather’s house on Penn Avenue. She encouraged to run for a position on the due to three reasons: they try “to not have attended Spring Street Elementary School board of education. In 1999, she was disagreements in public,” “not to surprise and Grady High School. At Grady, she met appointed to a position that would begin in each other,” and “to support the will of the her future husband, Terry Bernath, when January 2000. The then-president of the board.” they were 8th-graders. He had gone to Fulton County School Board said to her, The board’s job is to select a superin- Morningside School. They were high “Welcome to pleasure and pain.” tendent, set the millage rate and approve the July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 17

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Accelerator, an Israeli business incubator, of suppressant drug to the recipient of the expert on cell apoptosis, a treatment that Advancements in deliverables normally are which IonMed is a member, carries the fol- transplant for the remainder of his or her results in the death of cells that is required to functions of improvements in techniques lowing description by IonMed of its prod- life. permit new cells to eliminate and replace and understanding. Explorations and new uct. 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Yet, to date product developed by Enlivex Therapeutics umbrella of Hadasit Bio-Holdings Ltd, a Such is a new product from IonMed adoption of plasma into surgery has been LTD. of Jerusalem, ApoCell, has been used unique, publically held investment vehicle Ltd. located in Yokneam Illit, Israel. curtailed due to the high temperature profile in 13 clinical tests on humans, and in each that provides investment opportunities in Founded in 2009 by brothers Amnon and of thermal plasma (>80ºC), which causes of these cases the patient was taken out of biotech companies based on research and Ronen Lam, they have built on the experi- damage to adjacent tissues. To overcome stages 3 and 4 of the disease resulting from inventions developed by Hadassah. ence that Amnon had gained as a medic in this challenge and tap the large potential of GvHD. Patients in those stages usually have The company is now in the phase of the military and at the Israeli facilities of plasma in surgery, IonMed is bringing to fatal outcomes. The same source reports that preparing to begin multi-national phase IIB Tower Semiconductor and Intel. His work- market a proprietary cold plasma surgical GvHD results even when the match is the clinical trials. TSDA graduates first child of an alum A momentous occasion occurred at Jewish day school scene. which to be proud. When alumni return the students return. I love seeing my chil- this year’s Torah Day School of Atlanta Grandmother and former TDSA to their hometowns to raise their families dren’s friends come into school with their 8th-grade graduation ceremony. The teacher Mrs. Ruby Grossblatt was and choose to send their children to the children. I feel like a pseudo grandmoth- room should have fallen to a quiet hush, amazed when it was brought to her atten- school they attended, it speaks volumes er to many of them.” Mrs. Morris has followed by pyrotechnics shooting flash- tion that Moshe Yitzy was the first child about the quality of education, as well as been working at the school for over 16 es of sparkling color into the air. of an alum to graduate. “Time just goes the warmth and years. However, because of the nature of by so fast. I taught at TDSA for nine nurturing ema- With her signature laugh, Mrs. Susan TDSA’s students and parents, as the name years in its early days. There were only nating from that Krohn, who has been a teacher at TDSA Moshe Yitzchak Estreicher was called, four teachers at the school when my given institution since its inception in 1985, commented only the quiet applause of proud parents, daughter Rivkah attended.” and its staff. that seeing these alum kids return “makes grandparents, siblings, and friends could As Mrs. Grossblatt expounded upon When Rabbi me feel really old. Our alums also come be heard. School historians celebrated by the history of the school, one could tell Einzig, TDSA’s back to TDSA as teachers. Clearly, their noting that TDSA had just graduated the that for her, it seemed as if it were just new head of memories of their school experience is first child of an alumna. yesterday. Mrs. Grossblatt and her hus- school, heard positive and sweet enough that they want Moshe Yitzy is a born-and-bred band, Gerry, of blessed memory, were about Moshe to come ‘home’ and be involved.” Atlantan; his parents, Rabbi Naphtali and true builders of and investors in Torah Yitzy, he com- Torah Day School is still in its youth Mrs. Rivkah Estreicher, are also Atlanta Day School, not only by sending their mented, “It’s as schools go. The oldest graduates are raised. Additionally, both sets of grand- daughter to a brand new school, but sup- Rabbi Einzig, wonderful to be barely past their thirties, many still with parents reside in Atlanta and are highly porting and strengthening the school in a TDSAʼs new head a part of a young children and just growing careers. valued and well-known educators in the myriad of ways. They were also honored of school school where the TDSA’s graduates have entered the fields for their extraordinary service at TDSA’s second genera- of law, education, medicine, dentistry, Dinner of Honor in 2004. tion of children are graduating. What that writing, science, and much more. Grandparents Rabbi Daniel and Mrs. says to me is that the alumni feel that Torah Day School of Atlanta is proud Bluma Estreicher are no less noteworthy. Torah Day School is a good school, and of all of its graduates, past and present, Rabbi E, as he is affectionately known, is they want their kids to be a part of it.” but this year, a silent cheer was sounded famous among the Yeshiva Atlanta There are several other alumni who at this extraordinary milestone event. crowd, and Morah Bluma has possibly send their children to Torah Day School, taught every child in the Toco Hills and it is always such a pleasure for some neighborhood at Congregation Beth of the more senior teachers and adminis- Jacob’s preschool. The Estreichers were trators. Mrs. Leslee Morris, TDSA’s honored in the past as well, as TDSA’s admissions director, former parent and Grandparents of the Year. board member, remembers some of the Moshe Yitzchak Estreicher with his Torah Day School’s continuity and alum parents from when they were stu- parents, Rabbi Naphtali and Rivkah strength in tradition is something of dents here. “It’s just such a treat to see Estreicher Page 18 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Investments, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Partnerships,” August 20, is a half-day’s networking and seminar on business Thought You’d Like To Know between Israel and the Southeast, designed specifically for professional service organi- zations, whether pursuing business, or look- By Jonathan Barach Zaban Park. Prepare for the October 2013 Tickets reservations can be sent to ful- ing to increase their effectiveness with SATs with Applerouth Tutoring Services. [email protected]. For details, clients. Discover why and how bi-lateral CAMP GAN ISRAEL. Chabad of Cobb The course will include 24 hours of small- visit www.fulhamandclapham.tumblr.com. business between the U.S. and Israel is offers several camp options this summer. group instruction, three mock tests, and cut- mutually beneficial through the exploration Camp Gan Izzy for boys and girls (rising K- ting-edge educational materials. The fee is WELCOME TO BETH SHALOM. of innovation, investment, legal considera- 5th graders), Boys’ Sports Camp (rising $499/MJCCA and BBYO members and Congregation Beth Shalom will host sever- tions, business culture, trade, and mergers 3rd-5th graders), and Kiddie Camp (2-4 $515/non-members. The price includes al casual prospective member events this and acquisitions. Luncheon Keynote years) are June 24-July 26. Girls’ Cooking three proctored, fully analyzed mock tests summer. Join Rabbi Zimmerman and fel- Speaker is Shai Robkin, incoming presi- Camp, for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, is and special fall review session, October 2, low musicians for music, camaraderie, and dent, American-Israel Chamber of July 15-26. The camps include activities in 6:30-9:30 p.m. For more information, con- ruach. On July 26, a 5:30 p.m. wine and Commerce, Southeast Region For details, indoor air-conditioned facilities and on five tact Stacie Graff, [email protected] hors d’oeuvres reception will be followed visit aiccse.org/events/aicc-professional- acres of outdoor fields and playgrounds, or 678-812-3972. by a Rockin’ Shabbat service, at 6:15 p.m. seminar. plus field trips every week. Visit www.cgi- On August 9, a 6:15 p.m. Rockin’ Kaballat cobb.org or call 770-565-4412 for more TEEN COMMUNITY SERVICE. Teens Shabbat service will be followed by a bar- information. can earn community service hours this sum- becue dinner, at 7:00 p.m. August 10, a CALLING ALL NASHVILLEANS. There mer with the MJCCA. On July 19, 10:00 prospective and new member Shabbat serv- will be a reunion of Atlanta Jewish commu- EDGEWISE. The Edgewise weekly speak- a.m.-noon, sort and box books at Books for ice, at 9:30 a.m., will be followed by nity members from Nashville, at the Marcus er series addresses topics ranging from pol- Africa. On August 4, 1:00-4:00 p.m., sort Kiddush lunch. For more information or to Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 itics and religion to Hollywood to history. and package medical supplies at MedShare RSVP, call 770-399-5300, or e-mail Tilly Mill Road, on August 21, 7:00-9:00 Adults of all ages are invited. On June 27, International. On August 22, 7:30-8:30 [email protected]. p.m. Come meet with old friends for a fun Dr. Robert Friedmann will focus on com- p.m., enjoy bingo and other fun with the evening of food and conversation. If inter- munity policing, terrorism, and crime residents of Hammond Glen Senior EARLY DIAGNOSIS OF ALZHEIMER’S. ested, contact Sid Stein at 770-232-4887 or analysis. On July 25, Dr. Milton Tabor will Community. Pre-registration is required. On July 31, 6:30 p.m., Gary S. Figiel, MD, Fred Glusman at [email protected]. speak on “Unions: Necessity or Obsolete in For more information, contact Amy renowned geriatric psychiatrist and presi- Today’s Economy?” Programs are 10:30 Helman-Darley, amy.helman- dent of Southeastern Healthcare Group, will CAMP BARNEY TURNS 50. The Camp a.m.-12:00 noon, at MJCCA—Zaban Park. [email protected] or 678-812-3978. speak on the topic of “Early Diagnosis of Barney Medintz 50th Anniversary Admission is free for members, $5/Silver Alzheimer’s Disease & Long-term Celebration is August 23-25, at Camp Sneakers and non-members. For more DRIVER’S ED. Learn to drive at Management to Maintain Quality of Life,” Barney Medintz, in Cleveland, Georgia. It’s information, contact Lilly Mahana, MJCCA—Zaban Park, July 22-26 or July at The Carlton, Atlanta’s only Kosher time to rehearse your Sabbath Concert skit, [email protected] or 678-812- 29-August 2. Each student will attend 30 Assisted Living & Memory Care replace those flashlight batteries, and pack 4064. hours of classroom training, which includes Community. Dr. Figiel has spent over twen- up your duffle bag. Celebrate 50 years of the State-required Alcohol and Drug ty years treating geriatric patients, with par- great summers, friendships, and memories DIVE INTO SHABBAT. The community is Awareness training, and complete six hours ticular attention to early diagnosis and man- at Our Summer Place. Visit campbarney.org invited to celebrate Shabbat at the of private individual behind-the-wheel agement of memory disorders. His talk will for more details, or contact Bonnie MJCCA—Zaban Park’s Outdoor Pool and training. Graduates are eligible for up to be followed by Q & A. Refreshments will be Brodsky, [email protected] or Splash Park, July 12, 26, and August 9, 10% reduction in insurance premiums and served. This event is free of charge. RSVP to 678-812-4151. 5:00-7:00 p.m. Bring a picnic, or purchase parents are eligible for a $150 Georgia [email protected]. kosher food at Goodfriend’s Outdoor Grill. Income Tax Credit. All students must be at LIMMUDFEST. Limmudfest is Limmud The open swim is followed by Shabbat least fifteen years of age by the end of the DOUBLES PICKLEBALL TOURNA- Atlanta + Southeast’s multi-day retreat over songs and blessings with Rabbi Glusman. class. The fee is $465/MJCCA and BBYO MENT. Beat the heat with an indoor tour- Labor Day Weekend, August 30-September Enjoy free ice pops, challah, and grape members and $495/non-members. For nament at the MJCCA—Zaban Park, 2, at Camp Ramah Darom, in Clayton. This juice. Admission is free. In case of threaten- more information, contact Stacie Graff, sta- August 4, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. This tour- year, LimmudFest will focus on preparation ing weather, call the weather hotline at 678- [email protected] or 678-812-3972. nament is perfect for players of all ages and for Rosh Hashanah, with sessions that will 812-4011 on the afternoon of the event. For skill levels. Advanced registration required. include music, text study, dance, Jewish rit- more information on this or Dive Into WAITING FOR GODOT. Fulham and The fee is $15/members, $25/non-mem- ual, Israel, social justice, parenting, arts, Shabbat Intown, August 23, contact Rabbi Clapham will present “Waiting for Godot” bers, and includes tournament entry, one- environmentalism, comedy, food, and out- Glusman at [email protected] by Samuel Beckett, at two venues: day MJCCA facilities pass, drinks, snacks, door activities. For the first time, or 678-812-4161. Greenfield Hebrew Academy, July 25 and and prizes for winners. For more informa- LimmudFest will have a Young Adult 28, and Fabrefaction Theater Company, tion, contact Lilly Mahana, Development (YAD) program, catering to SAT BOOT CAMP. Summer SAT Boot August 8-11. All shows are at 7:30 p.m.; [email protected] or 678-812- Jews ages 22 to 30, and a special program Camp Is July 19-August 2, at MJCCA tickets are $5 at the door, cash or credit. 4064. called Limmud L’Am for adults with devel- opmental disabilities. For details, visit lim- GROUP SUPPORT. The Atlanta Tinnitus mudse.org. Support Group invites you to join them on Saturday, August 17, 10:30 a.m., for their NIBBLE AND NOSHFEST 2013. Nibble next meeting. Guest speaker, Melissa and Noshfest features a taste of Jewish and Wikoff, Au.D, doctor of audiology at other ethnic foods sold in sample-size por- Atlanta Hearing Associates, will share what tions, community vendors selling their she has learned from attending the recent wares, and a huge children’s activities area. tinnitus conference held in Valencia, Spain. Admission is two canned goods, which will The meeting will take place at the be donated to Must Ministries. The event is Dunwoody Library in the meeting room, September 1, 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., and 5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, September 2, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., in the Dunwoody. Enjoy mingling from 10-10:30 parking lot of Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old a.m. This event is free of charge. For more Canton Road, Marietta. Improv Night at information contact Erica at Noshfest presents “Improv On The Rocks [email protected]. With Just a Twist of Jewish,” September 1, 7:30 p.m.; tickets are $15 per person. For ACCELERATING SOUTHEAST. more information, visit www.noshfest.com. “Accelerating Southeast—Israel Growth: July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 19 the Selig Center, in front of an audience of were overjoyed to use their talents to help over 300 people. The event was also live brings smiles to the faces of children strug- streamed. gling with illnesses. JSU NEWS The participants pitched their programs to an award-winning panel of “sharks”: The recent trip to Poland, in which he visited Home Depot Co-Founder Bernie Marcus, A DIFFERENT BACCALAUREATE. concentration camps with Holocaust sur- Spanx CEO Laurie Ann Goldman, and Jewish Student Union Founder and vivors and JSU teen leaders. The survivors Definition 6 Founder and CEO Michael Executive Director Rabbi Chaim Neiditch left a lasting impressing on Rabbi Neiditch Kogon. These panelists decided which pre- was the guest speaker at the Chattahoochee and taught him powerful life lessons, which senter/organization was most deserving of High School graduation baccalaureate cere- he shared with all in attendance. winning the event’s proceeds. mony. The ceremony, which was attended JSU will use the Shark Tank proceeds by the graduating class, parents, and facul- SWIM WITH THE SHARKS. Over the to fund a new club at Roswell High School, ty, represented a major step in recognizing past few years, the JSU has succeeded in as well as continue providing free program- the integral role JSU plays in public connecting over 1,300 Jewish teens and ming to the other JSU clubs across Greater schools. hundreds of families to the Jewish commu- Atlanta. The baccalaureate ceremony, which nity. Recently, the Jewish Federation of As Rabbi Neiditch made clear during usually has overt Christian themes, this year Greater Atlanta’s ProtéJ leadership program his presentation, there’s still plenty of work Ashley Siegel, Meredith Siegel, had a different theme. Rabbi Neiditch recognized the efforts of Rabbi Neiditch, left to be done by JSU, with thousands more Rebecca Friedman, and Sarah addressed the graduates on the topics of set- JSU’s founder and executive director, as unaffiliated Jewish teens just waiting for Goldstein display their decorated pil- ting life goals, believing in themselves, and well as JSU’s successes, when it invited someone to light the spark that will rekindle lowcases at Dunwoody High School the importance of treasuring family, espe- him to participate, along with five other the Jewish faith within them. JSU. cially parents and siblings. representatives of Jewish non-profits, in a To learn more about JSU, view a video Rabbi Neiditch also spoke about his special Shark Tank fundraising competi- of Rabbi Neiditch’s Shark Tank presenta- tion. The competition was held on June 6, at tion, or support the organization, visit www.JewishStudentUnion.com.

CARING FOR THE SICK. Over 300 teens at a dozen JSU Public School Clubs took part in the important mitzvah of bikur cholim (caring for those who are sick). The teens gathered together to make decorative pillowcases for children requiring long- term care at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. As the teens hand-decorated the pil- lowcases, Rabbi Chaim Neiditch led discus- Amber Michaeli, Erin Singleton, and sions on why bad things happen to good Sydney Benjamin show off their “Get people. During these discussion, many stu- Well Soon” pillowcase at Rabbi Chaim Neiditch speaks at the dents shared personal stories about dealing Chattahoochee High School JSU. Chattahoochee High School gradu- Rabbi Neiditch at the Shark Tank with sick family members. Nonetheless, the ation baccalaureate ceremony. competition overall mood was positive, as participants

ensemble, PAZ, which continues to this day to perform popular Israeli music for com- AICC selects new president munity organizations in Atlanta and throughout the South. His passion for Israeli Atlanta native Shai Robkin has been in marketing from Georgia State University. Moreshet Avraham, a Conservative syna- music led him to host “Boker Tov Atlanta” selected to succeed Tom Glaser as president He began his business career in Israel, gogue. He served as commissioner of the (“Good Morning Atlanta”), a radio show on of the American-Israel Chamber of with Bank Hapoalim. Two years later, he Israel Softball League and was instrumental AM1160, from 2006-07. Commerce, Southeast Region. Robkin will and his wife opened Israel’s first combina- in getting softball included as a recognized The American-Israel Chamber of assume the position on August 1, and Glaser tion bookstore/coffee shop, in downtown sport in the Maccabiah Games. Commerce is a bi-national business associa- will stay on in a consulting capacity to Jerusalem. Subsequently, they returned to The Robkins remain members of their tion with the mission of increasing econom- ensure a smooth transition through Atlanta to handle family obligations, taking Jerusalem synagogue and are also members ic development by fostering understanding, September, when he will begin his retire- the proceeds from the sale of their Israel of two Atlanta synagogues. Robkin served cooperation, and business relationships ment after almost 22 years of service to business to purchase Vernon on the board of Congregation between Israel and the Southeast. Since its AICC. Library Supplies. In 2004, Beth Shalom and on AICC’s founding in 1992, AICC has been involved “Our Executive Committee followed a Robkin established a sepa- board. He has also served on the in over $1 billion in completed transactions. very rigorous process and made an excellent rate division, ITG, devoted boards of the Greenfield The Southeast is now home to more than 75 selection. We believe Shai will be an out- exclusively to library tech- Hebrew Academy and The Israeli companies for their U.S. or regional standing professional leader for AICC, nology, which he sold in Weber School, which honored headquarters. building on the solid foundation and leading 2011 to One Equity him and his wife, Judy, at its the chamber to the next level of excellence,” Partners. The company was annual dinner in 2007. said Lorin Coles, former board chairman rolled up with British and Robkin served in the and Chairman Joel Neuman, who assumed Swiss companies to form standing Army of the Israel leadership of the board on July 1. Bibliotheca, a global library Defense Force in 1978-79 and Robkin brings a unique background technology company. For was a reservist until 1984. He is and skill set to the position. A dual U.S. and the past two years, Robkin a fluent speaker and writer of Israel citizen, he has extensive Israel and served as a managing direc- Shai Robkin Hebrew. The Robkins own an Southeast business experience. Educated in tor and then consultant to apartment in Jerusalem and visit Atlanta, he earned his BA degree in eco- Bibliotheca. the country yearly, maintaining close rela- nomics with a focus on international trade Robkin has been an active community tionships with many Israeli friends and fam- from the University of North Carolina— leader. In Jerusalem, he was a founding ily. Chapel Hill and an MBA with an emphasis member and president for two years of In 1990, Robkin formed a musical Page 20 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 ronment conveys how mah jongg is much more than a game: it is a carrier of fantasy, identity, memory, and meaning. BREMAN MUSEUM NEWS This wildly popular exhibition, which runs through October of this year, explores the traditions, history, and meaning of the SAVING STORIES OF SOUTHERN JEW- Although desegregation did not go as major shock to me...I wanted to buy some game of mah jongg in Jewish-American life ISH HISTORY. As the new archivist for the smoothly in other parts of the South, this bath rugs for the bathroom, and when I saw from the 1920s to today. Ida Pearle and Joseph Cuba Family oral history paints a detailed picture of how the assortment and the colors and the tex- Archives at The William Breman Jewish the town of Macon reacted to the change. tures…they thought something was wrong Heritage Museum, I have spent my first Generous support from the Aleksander with me…but I couldn’t make a decision several weeks exploring the various and Halina Szlam Family and the Jerry and because of the availability of things that resources housed in the museum’s collec- Dulcy Rosenberg Family allowed the were there.... I couldn’t choose what kind of tion. I was both surprised and delighted to Archives to interview Holocaust survivors cheese I wanted to buy. I couldn’t know discover the wealth of material contained in as part of The Legacy Project, “New Lives: what was all the packaging. Even though I the Esther and Herbert Taylor Oral History Coming to America.” One of these sur- read English, it doesn’t matter. It’s the vari- Collection. vivors was Murray Lynn, who survived ety. It’s the items that are there. It’s an over- Consisting of nearly a thousand oral Auschwitz and immigrated to America after whelming experience. It’s great to have this histories from prominent and influential the war. experience, but it’s overwhelming. It takes Jews from During the interview, he describes how some learning tools to cope with that.” across he survived the trials of the infamous death Georgia—and camp. He says “I think in part it’s our cul- Ladies play a floating game of mah more recently ture. We had to fight as Jews all the time to jongg, 1924 (photo: courtesy of Alabama— live and survive. In part, it has to do also Library of Congress, Prints and this collection with genetics. In part, it has to do maybe Photographs Division) houses the with environment. I did not want to die. I stories of didn’t know how long I could survive. I The game of mah jongg is explored in Jewish life in didn’t know how long I could bear this dynamic formats throughout the exhibition, the South. inhuman treatment and abuses and starva- including 20th-century popular objects and Whether it’s tion. But I said, ‘I am not going to yield. a visitor-activated soundscape that features understanding I’m not going to allow Hitler to be tri- clacking tiles, exclamations from games by how Jews umphant.’ I decided that I’m going to fight Jewish-American and Chinese-American made their this to the very end. I said, ‘If the time players, reminiscences, and vintage music. way to comes when my body triumphs over my Jeremy Katz, new Large-scale graphics by Isaac Mizrahi, Georgia and mind, then I say I will have no choice but to archivist for the Ida Maira Kalman, Bruce McCall, and Alabama; the yield.’ But my mind triumphed over my Pearle and Joseph Christoph Niemann illustrate mah jongg as relationship body, and as you know, as a psychologist, Cuba Family Archives ongoing muse for contemporary artists. A between the mind controls the body…This was the game table at the core of the exhibition German Jews and Russian Jews in social biggest difference, I think, between those of invites visitors to engage in the continuing and cultural life; or how Jews reacted to us who survived and those of us who did- Soviet Jews arriving in Atlanta, 1979 tradition. events such as the trial and lynching of Leo n’t.” (photo: Cuba Family Archives) Frank; the 1906 Atlanta Race Riot; and the Civil Rights Movement, the collective Irina’s experience at the grocery store memory of the Jewish community of is part of a narrative that generations of Georgia and Alabama is held in this immigrants have told. We live in a country remarkable collection. built by immigrants, and yet we often take One interesting oral history from this for granted the opulence that work has effort comes from Walter Dannenberg, who awarded us. recounts racial integration in Macon, These stories are a vital part of the col- Georgia. He says, “We worked it out very lective history of the Jewish community in peacefully and we didn’t say anything, but Georgia and Alabama. It is of the utmost the ‘white-black’ signs disappeared on the importance to collect, preserve, and make water fountains...on restrooms.... Just dis- these stories available to the public. appeared—don’t know what happened to Ongoing support of the program allows the Playing mah jongg in the Catskills, them...after two or three weeks everybody Murray Lynn (right) in Ireland follow- archives to conduct new interviews each circa 1960 (photo: Collection of got used to the fact, everybody came and ing the war, 1949, from the Cuba year, transfer the audio to playable formats, Harvey Abrams) went like they wanted to. I don’t think most Family Archives visual arts collec- catalogue the interviews, and transcribe people noticed even that it happened.” tion, MLF 411.01 them. There are numerous activities related If you would like to support the Taylor to the exhibition. Mr. Lynn overcame extreme odds to Oral History Collection, believe someone On July 21, from 2:00-4:00 p.m., The eventually become a respected psychologist in your community should be interviewed, Breman invites families to enjoy a fun in Atlanta. His story is just one of numerous or would like to research the collection, afternoon with PJ Library, to explore the tales of survival during the Holocaust that contact Jeremy Katz at 404-870-1862 or exhibition, play board games in the gallery, can be discovered in the collection. [email protected]. You may also and make a mah jongg-inspired craft. PJ Generous support from the Elliott and browse the collection at Library families can bring a book and Judith Cohen Family, in 2006, allowed us to www.thebreman.org. receive a discount. Admission is $6 ($4 interview members of the Russian Jewish —By Jeremy Katz, ed. Sandra Berman with discount) for kids 7 and up, $4 ($2 immigrant community in Atlanta. One such with discount) for kids 3 to 6, free for kids interview was conducted with Irina GAME ON. “Project Mah Jongg” explores 2 and under, and free for parents and grand- Nikishin, who immigrated to Atlanta from the fascinating history of the game and its parents. For more information and to RSVP, Postcard from the Dannenberg Russia in 1978. impact on Jewish American cultural identi- contact Ghila, 678-222-3724 or Company in Macon, Georgia, found During the interview, Irina recounts the ty. [email protected], or Lisa, 678- in Mss 133, The Dannenberg culture shock she experienced during her The exhibition serves as historical 222-3721 or [email protected]. Company Records, Cuba Family first trip to the grocery store. She said “In treatment of the topic, a placeholder for The Mah Jongg Open Game Day and Archives, Breman Jewish Heritage Russia, we didn’t have the same kind of memory, a generator of whimsy, and a stage Special Tour is August 14, 10:30 a.m.-5:00 Museum grocery stores…coming to Kroger was a set for the game’s continuation. The envi- July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 21 p.m. At this fundraiser, participants can play admission; for groups, there is a charge of their favorite game, win prizes, and enjoy $4/person. Reservations are required. great food. The entry fee is $36/members, Unless otherwise indication, contact $50/non-members. Reservations are Ghila at [email protected] or 678- required. 222-3724 for information on these activities. The Mah Jongg Bootcamp, July 23, “Project Mah Jongg” was curated and is 1:00-5:00 p.m., is a 4-hour crash course con- circulated by the Museum of Jewish ducted by Mah Jongg Central coach Michele Heritage-A Living Memorial to the Frizzell, designed to give students the abili- Holocaust, New York. “Project Mah Jongg” ty to play after just one lesson. The class is is made possible through the generosity of limited to eight students; depending on the National Mah Jongg League. Additional demand, additional dates will be added. The support is provided by Sylvia Hassenfeld entry fee is $36/members, $50/non-mem- and 2wice Arts Foundation. bers. Reservations are required. “Project Mah Jongg” has been made HARDCORE MAH JONGGERS. Eight Mah Jongg players are invited to spend possible in Atlanta through a generous gift Temple Sinai members got together an afternoon at the museum. There is a room from Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein. during a recent storm and played set up with card tables, and there are several For more information on the exhibition, mah jongg by candlelight. (Photo food options. This program is free with visit thebreman.org. courtesy of Bonnie Aronin) Capital campaign geared to helping teens and adults living with developmental disabilities

enAble of Georgia, Inc. (formerly them to dream big and open their eyes to known as RRA), has launched a communi- things they never even knew existed, and ty-wide Capital Campaign, with a goal of then we give them the tools to make those raising $750,000 to maintain and expand dreams a reality.” the organization’s existing space in north enAble also operates a fleet of 21 Fulton County and update more than a wheelchair-lift and passenger vans to dozen personal care group homes located transport those served to and from their throughout Atlanta. program services, medical and dental Funds will also be used to introduce a appointments, jobs, and volunteer assign- drome. Established in 1979 as the North long way from where I used to be, and variety of new initiatives for teens and ments, worship services, and recreational Fulton County Group Home Association there’s a lot more I want to do.” adults with special needs, such as day activities. by a group of parents seeking a place in The organization offers a wide array camps, after-school activities, and classes “The funds raised will quite literally their own community and greater inde- of day services for people with develop- in subjects such as creative movement, enable us to ensure that the individuals we pendence for their children, enAble is now mental disabilities, designed as a stepping- gardening, serve continue to live life to the fullest the area’s premier residential and day serv- stone into the workplace or world of vol- art, and extent possible, within their own commu- ices provider for adults with developmen- unteer opportunities. To better prepare drama. An in- nities,” says Campaign Committee chair, tal disabilities. The agency’s first two these individuals, enAble provides educa- house med- Lynne Buchanan. “What we offer is so group homes opened in 1982, and a third tional classes and specialized workshops ical suite and comprehensive and so vital to these fami- in 1987. Currently, enAble operates 16 that teach skills in home management, industrial lies, we owe it to them to expand our sup- such group homes throughout the region. communications, health and wellness, teaching port so that we can enhance their lives and All services provided by enAble focus socialization, advocacy, rights, self-preser- kitchen are give their loved ones the tools they need to on helping individuals live as independent- vation, and community living. enAble also planned. live healthy, happy, fulfilled lives.” ly as possible and become contributing employs two full-time job coaches who “Like enAble of Georgia, Inc. is accredited members of their own communities. The assist with outreach and education and the world’s by the Commission on Accreditation of agency partners with families, therapists, oversee each individual’s transition to the finest organi- Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Its and educators to design a Person Centered workplace. zations, Community Living Alternative (CLA) and Plan (PCP) for each person they serve, to “The sense of accomplishment that enAble pro- Community Living Support (CLS) assist with their goal planning, and to pro- these individuals feel when they achieve vides five- Services are licensed by the State of Dr. Harry Stern vide the supports needed in helping them what most of us take for granted is star services Georgia. enAble is an IRS approved, 501 to lead a fulfilled life. immeasurable,” says Amy Vergith, support that differ from most, in that we provide (c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization; Group homes consist of no more than manager of Day and Employment support designed to span entire adult life- all donations are tax deductible. More five individuals, grouped according to Services. “We show them how to learn to times. This is critical for families who information is available at www.enable- need and ability, and are located in resi- live with the possibilities rather than might otherwise have nowhere to turn ga.org. dential neighborhoods across Atlanta. focusing on their disabilities. We inspire when it comes to taking care of their chil- Trained professionals provide 24-hour dren or relatives with developmental dis- support to coach and mentor in all areas of abilities. In many cases, our relationship daily living activities such as personal with these families extends decades,” says grooming, health and wellness, communi- Dr. Harry Stern, CEO of enAble. “After cation and socialization, and home man- more than 30 years, we are ready to grow agement skills. in new directions and expand the level and “I’ve achieved a lot of goals since scope of the services we offer to these fam- coming to enAble,” says Melissa Crawley, ilies, so that their lives can flourish physi- who has been supported by the organiza- cally, intellectually, and socially.” tion for 15 years. “I used to live in one of Currently, enAble serves more than the group homes, but now I’m in my own 100 individuals with mild/moderate to apartment with support from enAble staff. severe/profound developmental disabili- I’ve learned to cook and am doing well at ties, including autism and Down syn- my job as an office assistant. I’ve come a Page 22 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 it still takes some practice to remember. number of years. Bob Perlstein drove in from Asheville to Schwartz on Sports play in the game with his son, Josh. Bob grew up in New York, and when he was a youngster, his dad told him it was time to choose a team to root for, and he chose the Pittsburgh Pirates. I grew up near Pittsburgh and was a Pirates fan, but I thought it was an unusual choice for BY Jerry Bob to root for them, since they were pretty bad back then. Schwartz After a great lunch and conversation, everyone headed home. As I was leaving, I ALTA COCKER VI. I left my house at 8:45 noticed a few youngsters playing ball on one a.m. on Sunday, April 21, heading for the Guys waiting for games to begin field, and I thought, here are the MJCCA soft- Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta ball players of the future. I hope they’ll have and the Alta Cocker VI softball game. The tem- I had a chance to talk to a number of guys the same kind of good memories that I have. perature was 47 degrees, and I thought I’d bet- who were sitting this game out. Howard ter take along a warm jacket. Wertheimer wouldn’t be at shortstop this year MOVIES AND THE JEWISH GEORGIAN It definitely wasn’t softball weather. But The two guys who made Alta Cocker VI due to a broken hand resulting from pickup SPORTS SCENE. I started a new feature in by the time I got there, warmed up, and was possible are Marcus Katz (left) and basketball. Wayne Aronson was still on the DL the March-April column, in which I included ready to play, it was a perfect day for a morn- Gene Benator. and rehabbing, but was recording the day’s some of the movies my wife and I had seen ing of softball with guys I played with every events with his video camera. over the last five years and tied them into the spring/summer Sunday from 1971-1992. Gene started off the day by asking us to Tom Harvey and I got to talking about our Jewish Georgian sports scene. I had also Approximately 65 guys showed up to remember those former teammates who had military days, back in the mid-‘60s. It’s amaz- planned on including more movies in future play, with about 30 or so who were cheerlead- died during the year. We observed a moment ing what subjects come up when you start rem- columns. ers or on the injured reserved. We were divided of silence for Donald “Moose” Miller, Ted iniscing. I estimated that I’d be able to recog- I saw Roger Gelder at the Alta Cocker VI into six teams and would play three two-inning Aspes, Donnie Diamond, and Randy Feinberg. nize about 75% of those in attendance, and I game, and he said he enjoyed the feature. One games on three of the MJCCA’s ball fields. Brian Wertheim showed everyone a large was pretty close. positive comment was good enough for me. Once again, Gene Benator did an excel- picture of a softball championship team he Marcus Katz volunteered me to make the So, Roger and “SOS” readers, hope you enjoy lent job of coordinating, organizing, and pro- played on in the ‘80s and asked us to sign the lineup for our Sandeks team. It’s tough to the additional movies. moting the game. We should call him the “Top back. I warmed up with Roy Swartzberg and determine who is going to play where, when • The Hunger Games: It’s not about a futuris- Cop.” Marcus Katz, for the sixth year, Marty Ellin, and we got a chance to welcome almost everyone on your team is an infielder. tic world, but more like how you’re feeling bankrolled the cost for the umpires and great a lot of other guys who were throwing a soft- Thankfully, Bobby Ezor, Paul Jaffe, and Marc when you skip dinner and are waiting for the deli spread after the game. The MJCCA staff ball for the first time since last year. They say “Banks” Weinstein volunteered to play the 9:00 p.m. basketball game to start. provided the setting, lined off the fields, and that throwing, catching, and hitting a softball outfield, and they played all three games with- • Doubt: It has nothing to do with Philip even had CEO Gail Luxenberg address and is like riding a bike. You don’t forget how, but out one error. Pretty impressive. Howard Seymour Hoffman as a priest, but is more greet us. Robbins played great first base, as did Alan about what a guy feels in his last time at bat Shectman at second and Marty Ellin at third. after going 0-4 against the league’s best pitch- Alan Wolkin reluctantly agreed to catch all er. three games and played solid ball. He even • Whatever Works: It has nothing to do with held the ball at home plate, tagging out I.J. Larry David changing his life. Instead, it’s Rosenberg. We even got Todd Maziar to play about a guy trying to figure out the best way to third base in his street clothes. The best part of guard a player who is six inches taller than he. the day was that no one got injured. At the end • 700 Sundays: It’s not Billy Crystal’s one man of the game, Gene picked up the same number show, but the guy who has never missed a of unused ice packs as he put out at the begin- Sunday morning double header in 25 years. ning. • Iron Man 3: It’s not Robert Downey, Jr. sav- ing the president. Instead, it’s about the guy who plays the entire basketball game for his team and then subs for the next two games. • Unknown: Liam Neesom doesn’t lose his memory in Berlin. Instead, it’s about what to expect the first time a guy goes from playing tennis to Pickleball. • The Dilemma: Vince Vaughn and Kevin James are not working on a deal with Chrysler. They’re two guys figuring out how they still can get in 18 holes of golf before the Sunday morning bar mitzvah brunch. Someone said, “Play Ball!” • In Time: It’s not about Justin Timberlake fig- uring out how to live longer, but how a bas- There was a delicious deli buffet for ketball player gets off a winning shot at the everyone. I sat at the really old-timers table, buzzer. along with George Weiss, Bill Klineman, • The Ides of March: It’s not George Clooney Marty Rubin, Willie Green, Freddie Benamy, and dirty politics. It’s what happens when you Gabby Balser, Herb Stein, and Gary Jackson. try to start a softball league on March 15. Bill Klineman told me that when he first • Mission Impossible: Tom Cruise is not on the moved to Atlanta in the late ‘70s, he played on basketball court. This is what it’s called when a championship team with Freddie Benamy as five guys who can’t shoot play five guys who the captain and pitcher, Bobby Ezor at third, can. and me at shortstop. He was remarkably able to remember everyone on the team. I hope you enjoyed this edition’s column. I talked with my former Northlake neigh- Until next time, drive for the bucket and score. bors, Ronnie and Marguerite Merlin. Ronnie and I were teammates in the City League for a July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 23 Page 24 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 25 JewishTHE Georgian GHA and YA Create Atlanta’s First K-12 Jewish Day School

Although summer may be in full location options, including the possibility swing, many families were reminded that for a one-campus facility at the current the start of the school year is right around GHA location. the corner with the announcement on July 8 Both schools bring a rich history of that the Katherine and Jacob Greenfield accomplishments into the partnership. Hebrew Academy (GHA) and Yeshiva GHA, founded in 1953, was the first Jewish Atlanta (YA) are planning to partner to cre- day school in the country to be accredited ate a new K-12 college preparatory day have been implemented successfully across days away – with many questions still to be by the Southern Association of Colleges school. the country, and we will engage with these answered.” and Schools and has twice been honored as In a statement released by the Jewish institutions to learn best practices as plans Some frequently asked questions were a National School of Excellence by the Federation of Greater Atlanta, they shared, move forward.” addressed in the announcement regarding Council for American Private Education. “We are passionate and excited about creat- Federation’s announcement noted that details of the new endeavor. Committees GHA has also won the highly respected ing the first-of-its kind K-12 Jewish day “the process has been many months in the are currently in place to search for a new Jerusalem Prize for exemplary achievement school in Atlanta. It will give our children making. It’s led by informed community head of school, who will work with a single in Zionist and Torah Education, adminis- top-tier academic excellence and college leaders. This exciting opportunity for our governing board of trustees for the still yet tered by the World Zionist Organization. prep, hand-in-hand with an outstanding community is still a work in progress – the to be named new K-12 school. A building Yeshiva Atlanta, founded in 1971 is Jewish education and a love for Israel. final vote following due diligence being 75 and grounds committee is busy exploring Similar K-12 Jewish day school models See JEWISH DAY SCHOOL, page 27 Cecil Alexander’s new book provides insights After six years, JNF’s Ronnie Porat goes on one man’s life and the life of his city back to Israel with a Southern accent By Janice Rothschild Blumberg Boys’ High in the 1930s? The award-win- By Marvin Botnick loves to travel by car, so that he can make ning architect also gives details about many stops Crossing the Line designing some of the city’s most notable Most of us have developed our under- along the Part One: The Awakening of a buildings, including his former home, the standing of historical developments as way. This Good Ol’ Boy famous Round House on Mt. Paran Road, well as current events from written and enables him Part Two: The War Years unique in the 1950s. It was so impressive narrated reports. What is missing is the to visit By Cecil Alexander that Life magazine featured it in a cover opportunity to meld into this base the face towns with W & C Publishing story. of an individual or individuals, which less than The most enlightening aspect of bonds this information into a personal 100 Jewish If you love Atlanta, you’ll love Crossing the Line, in the opinion relationship. If this personal touch is not families, Crossing the Line, of this Jewish Georgian, is what that important, why then do politicians not which sel- Cecil Alexander’s it tells us about ourselves. In just rely on written communications, dom, if ever, salient insights on describing his personal “awak- rather than spending personal time with have an his own life and ening,” this patriot and civic their electorate? Israeli rep- the life of his city. leader, whose Southern heritage Most countries do this through their resentative Although he gra- began when an ancestor migrat- diplomatic corps, but generally this is in their Lt. Col. (Res.) Ronnie ciously acknowl- ed to South Carolina, in 1760, directed towards official acts, formal community. Porat edges assistance reminds us of our own naively interviews, and press releases. In the six from journalist rose-colored view of the world Interactions on a personal and informal years that he has been doing this, he has Randy Southerland, in which we grew up, prior to basis are not as common. Israel and its covered tens of thousands of miles and anyone privileged to World War II. Shielded to support organizations have broadened this developed numerous personal relation- know Cecil will easi- some extent by our parents, as exposure through the use of shlichim, or ships. ly detect his own dry he was, we unquestioningly emissaries. While they primarily are rep- Ronnie is definitely a people person. wit and gravelly accepted not only the insidi- resentatives of a particular organization, He is the son of a Holocaust survivor and Southern drawl in ous marginalization of they also represent the totality of Israel. a true and devoted child of Israel. He is every line. African Americans, but our Since 2007, the Jewish National anxious to meet people from all different You’ll enjoy the own less noticeable margin- Fund’s Southeast region has had Israeli groups, not just Jews, and has spent many book for a host of other alization as Jews. The book Lt. Col. (Res.) Ronnie Porat assigned to hours with non-Jewish supporters of reasons, even if you reminds us of both the good and the bad its office as a schliach. For these last six Israel. He truly understands that he is an don’t know Cecil personally. How about that permeated our environment in those years, Porat has crisscrossed the region, emissary to all, and he is proud to include civil rights, baseball, architecture, business, “good ol’” days, when neighborhood chil- going to both large and small communi- in the circle of friends that he has made politics, Yale, flight training, dive bombing, dren could sell soft drinks, as young Cecil ties to be a face and not pamphlet for JNF wartime marriage, the Marines, or Atlanta in particular, but for Israel in general. He See PORAT, page 27 See ALEXANDER, page 27 Page 26 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 JOIN JEWISH NATIONAL FUND FOR A WARM SOUTHERN SEND-OFF FOR RONNIE PORAT Shaliach, Special Israeli Emissary and Good Friend

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philanthropic giving through 12 years of Alexander he followed four generations of his family Jewish Day School loyalty to the school. It provides the oppor- as a trustee of The Temple, and that one of From page 25 tunity for a consistent and streamlined edu- From page 25 his great-grandmothers conducted a reli- cational mission. It can offer the conven- gious school for Jewish children here in the did, from a toy wagon at the corner of Atlanta’s oldest co-educational Jewish high ience of families keeping their kids togeth- 1850s, a decade before Atlanta’s first Highland and Ponce de Leon avenues. school. The school embraces the ideals of er in one school, and there are greater Jewish congregation was organized. Totally revealing, the author even Ahavat Yisrael (the love of all Jews) and opportunities for interaction between older Deeply imbued with his Jewish her- recounts losing the love of his life, his wife the significance of Medinat Yisrael (the and younger students. itage, Cecil Alexander represents a signifi- of 40 years, in a tragic accident in which he State of Israel). YA was recently named a GHA and YA are already known for cant but seldom recognized segment of himself was horribly injured, and his sub- Blue Star School by Working In Support of their outstanding faculty, innovative pro- American Jewry, assimilated outwardly sequent good fortune finding renewed hap- Education (W!SE). grams like STEM (science, technology, while quietly devoted to the basic tenets piness with an equally remarkable woman In a letter to Yeshiva Atlanta families, engineering, and math) and Early that define Judaism. His memoir also who had been their close friend. It’s a love Nancy Weismann, board president, shared Childhood Development, awards from the bespeaks a vast knowledge of history, liter- story from many angles. that “both schools have spent many hours Council for American Private Education, ature, and arts, the fruits of an inquisitive More than that, Crossing the Line is an discussing differences and embracing W!SE and MIT, and acceptances to top uni- mind sharpened by a fine education. He honest, probing portrait of an ideal shared values in the two schools’ missions, versities around the world. The schools also writes with an architect’s eye for detail, an Southerner who, while culturally assimilat- and we are confident that in the ensuing feature Strategic Learning and M’silot pro- aviator’s adherence to precision, and a ed by multiple generations of forebears in months, we will be able, as a combined grams. Combining the schools allows for whimsical touch to life’s lighter moments. the American South, maintains his Judaism entity, to offer our students academic excel- the expansion of the academic, fine arts, Crossing the Line isn’t without faults, both in identity and public demonstration lence in a positive Jewish environment that athletic, and Judaic programs, as well as notably that of cursory copy editing. That of Jewish values. Although he doesn’t is absolutely consistent with our existing financial opportunities for our community’s is a minor distraction, however, in an oth- mention this in his book, those of us famil- mission statement and high standards of students. It also brings the new school to a erwise outstanding work. It’s a rollicking iar with Atlanta Jewish history recall that excellence. Judy Stolovitz, President of critical mass that makes innovative and dis- good read, and it’s available on Amazon. GHA’s Board shared her excitement saying, tinctive programming possible. “Imagine what an extraordinary communi- Michael Horowitz, CEO/president of ty school we will create when we combine Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, is Ronnie,” said Lauren Mescon, a former our dreams and resources.” confident that, “the warmth, caring, joy, Porat JNF president currently serving as vice According to Georgia Independent and excitement that are ever-present in the chair of the Central Arava Committee and a School Association (GISA) Executive From page 25 halls of both GHA and YA will grow even JNF Makor member. “He is so committed Director Jeff Jackson, he sees many posi- stronger as our community works together any and all people who are friends of Israel. and so passionate and so down to earth, it is tives in schools that offer a K-12 option. It to ensure a strong future for our children While he understood the broad param- easy to forget all the great things he has just makes sense economically and educa- and these beloved institutions.” eters of the job he undertook when he came done for the State of Israel, not to mention tionally. It provides better long-term finan- here, he has refined those responsibilities JNF. I had the good fortune to travel with cial stability to the school, with increased and chartered the methods by which to Ronnie on a mission from the Southeast. It implement them. In his time here, working was a phenomenal trip, and one highlight with JNF Southeastern Regional Director was when he brought his father to share his Beth Gluck and the rest of the staff and lay experiences from surviving the Holocaust personnel, fundraising efforts have experi- with us. Ronnie comes from amazing stock, Imagine a world without hate enced amazing growth. Hand in hand with and his perseverance and advocacy for this has come an increased interest in the Israel certainly shows everyone that we, the vital programs and projects of JNF. Jewish people, will prevail in the future.” the same letter the following: “For 100 And now his tour here is coming to an Todd Starr, former JNF Atlanta presi- years, the Anti-Defamation League has end, and he and his wife, Tuti, a business dent and current board member adds, “I been a force for change, a champion of consultant to Israeli nonprofit cultural have had the honor of working with Ronnie BY Marice our nation’s values, and a shield against organizations, are going to return to Israel on a daily basis since he arrived in Atlanta. hate and extremism.” and to their three children. Daughter Shira, We have traveled the Southeast region of Katz If you would like to receive this the eldest, worked as the executive assistant the United States together, meeting new beautiful letter, Bill says (with a hearty to the ambassador of Israel, in Washington, donors and spreading the word about JNF’s At one of the film screenings I laugh), “Any contribution will be wel- D.C., from 2005-08, and now interns in mission. In addition, we have traveled to attended during this year’s Atlanta comed.” Teva Pharmaceutical’s Legal Department, Israel to see multiple JNF projects as a Jewish Film Festival, I ran into Bill Bill told me that Atlanta and Georgia in Israel. Son Omri, a former Golani team. Ronnie has become a close friend of Nigut, director of the Southeast Region were very important to the founding of Brigade LRRP fighter, studies at IDC. Noa, mine and part of my family. I will miss his of the Anti-Defamation League, also ADL. As a matter of fact, the Leo Frank the youngest, a Weber Jewish Community passionate JNF voice in support of Israel, known as the ADL. He told me this is the lynching was the event that propelled the High School graduate, was recently induct- the stellar way he educates others about 100th anniversary of the Anti- ADL to international prominence. ed as an officer in the Israeli Air Force. JNF work, and as a my dear friend.” Defamation League. I thought, gosh, I There is going to be a centennial “After six years devoted to JNF, it will Thank you, Ronnie, for all that you have got to tell the world about that. dinner in November honoring be sad to say goodbye to Ronnie,” said Beth have done. We hope you will take with you (And what better way than through The Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat for his Gluck. “Our region is honoring Ronnie the warm feeling of your family here. And Jewish Georgian?) remarkable service to Jewish people with a plaque on the Wall of Honor at remember, you will have to come back for You see, this is such a valuable around the world. And a civil rights con- Ammunition Hill, in Jerusalem, as a tribute your favorite Southern delicacy—cheese organization, it needs to be lauded for the ference in October will explore a very to his service to Israel and to JNF. The Wall grits. wonderful work it does. I usually have it important topic of today, which you will of Honor at Ammunition Hill recognizes In Ronnie’s honor, friends are invited on my contribution list. do well to hear. the heroism and courage of Jewish soldiers to contribute to JNF’s investment in the A couple of weeks ago, when I made Though I, personally, have never who, throughout history, have fought to Negev town of Yerucham, a part of JNF’s a donation, I received a beautiful letter in been exposed to much anti-Semitism, it defend their countries. Ronnie served in the vision for the area that is close to his heart. return. I used a line from that letter for is the scourge of the world. All I can say Israel Defense Forces and as an Israeli Friends interested in honoring Ronnie the title of this article. And I quote from is, “Hooray for the ADL.” diplomat overseas, and a plaque on should contact SE Director Beth Gluck at Ammunition Hill is a very fitting tribute.” 404-236-8990 or [email protected]. “I cannot imagine JNF without Page 28 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013

A letter to my uncle Dear Uncle, Thank you for opening your house to my parents when they were seeking shel- without acknowledging it. You see, he ter and opportunity from the persecution of the czar. Through wars, bigotry, con- adopted my parents, and, because of this, I flict, and economic hard times, you remained steadfast in your ideals of freedom am now a natural family member. In my and equality. There were times when some of your children tried to subvert your BY Marvin parents’ home, he was held in awe and rec- purpose, but you never wavered. ognized with thanksgiving. As with many Sometimes, I forget how lucky I am to be part of your family, but this is always Botnick others, he gave them his protection, and he short-lived. The news from around the world is a constant reminder of the good afforded them an opportunity to live in fortune we have to be citizens of this wonderful country. You have afforded my This article was first published in the July- honor and raise their families without the family the chance to get an education, earn a good living, travel with impunity, August 2002 issue of The Jewish Georgian. fear of persecution, degradation, or depri- worship in freedom, participate in governing, and speak openly and freely. But vation. you also have made it clear that results from these opportunities depend on our A birthday is very special. It is a time When my par- willingness to maximize these benefits by our own work and efforts. when we stop to remember a ents died, I saved There are those from within and from the outside who object to what this great particular their adoption country has produced. We are not without our problems and shortcomings; how- birth and papers, which ever, these generally are a result of actions of individuals. You have provided the celebrate meant so much to environment and tools for a respect for human rights, and you have bravely and what that them and now to courageously spoken out for justice and freedom. You have suffered from the occurrence me. I have slings and arrows of others who react in jealousy for what you represent, but has added shown these to who take every opportunity to come to your shores. to our lives. my children, On the world stage, you are still a youngster. Even so, you have matured quick- While the and I know that ly and have sought to share your bounties with those not as fortunate. There birth itself is they will were times when your rule of law was sorely tried, but you persevered. May you a thing of revere them as continue to do so. marvel, the I have. This I know these are trying times for you, but I know that the majority of your cit- character and year, as in the izens appreciate and applaud your courage. It is easy to seek approval and worry being of what past, I will later about what is right. You have tried not to do this, and we are all the better develops from proudly dis- off for it. It is important that this concept always be brightly emblazoned when that birth can be play Feter we consider alternatives, and we must make sure that we support you in these equally majes- Shmuel’s colors when I place the actions. tic. United States flag outside of my house on And so, as we celebrate your birthday, may you continue to pursue justice for July is the birth month of Feter July 4, Uncle Sam’s 226th birthday. The all. May the concept of hatred, avarice, and a desire for unfair advantages never Shmuel, and I cannot let it pass this year following is my birthday greeting. supplant the rule of law and your humane character. From my parents, Happy Birthday, Feter Shmuel. From me, Happy Birthday, Uncle Sam. I am proud to be a member of your family, and I will try to uphold the concepts that have made you unique and so wonderful.

seem to be getting sort of hard of hearing. four under par till I got to the windmill, and My life and times So are my golf buddies. The other day on that and the clown’s mouth ruined my the course, Barry Zipperman said to Marc whole day. Plus, they wouldn’t give the ball By Jerry Farber Diner in Buckhead, Antibe, “It’s windy, back after the last hole. on Roswell Road at isn’t it?” I’ve always enjoyed sports. In college This is my second column for the JG, Piedmont. We have “No,” he said, at UNC, I was a two-letter man. The first and I am really excited and grateful to be comedy, music, “its Thursday.” letter, from the Athletics department, told doing this again. Apparently, not as many improv, all kind of “I’m thirsty, me I did not make the football team. The readers and advertisers complained as we entertainment, even too,” Seth second letter asked me to bring back my had feared, so here I am again. I’d like to amateur “open mic” Kirschenbaum equipment. thank our publisher, Marvin Botnick, for nite on Wednesdays, chimed in. “Let’s go One of the things that I love about this honor. and the diner’s great have a drink.” Atlanta is the friends I’ve made here. Last issue, I talked about growing up food. Come by and But golf being Despite my many failures, being 75 years in North Carolina, and this time, I’d like to see us, and if you so addictive, we old, I guess I’m here to stay. And I see that tell you about living in Atlanta. think doing comedy played on, and soon the average life expectancy for an I’ve been in Atlanta going on fifty is so easy, try it your- a funeral procession American male is 76, so I’ve got to figure years now. My first job was playing the self on Wednesday, drove by on the road out what I wanna do with the last year of piano at the legendary Coach & Six and we’ll see how next to the course. my life. Restaurant, owned by Beverly and Hank many laughs you get. The fourth member Looking back on my life here in Jerry Farber Soloff. I got paid $125 a week, plus tips, Yes, I do bomb a of our gangsome Atlanta, I have to admit there are some plus all the onion rolls I wanted. lot. The other night, stopped what he things I’m not very proud of. Like the time Then I was hired to play at the Lark my act was so bad, the NSA stopped listen- was doing, took off his hat, and stood with I was broke and borrowed money from a and Dove, in Sandy Springs, for three ing in halfway through. And my writer, Reg his head down respectfully while the funer- dozen friends and gave each one as collat- weeks, which turned into twelve years. One Regenstein, always likes me to warn cus- al procession went by. Afterwards, I said to eral a copy of the title to my BMW. Then day, Mendel Romm came in and offered to tomers that I do a lot of adult humor—all him, “That was very touching, I had no idea the car blew up, and all my friends were partner with me in a nightclub in Buckhead, my jokes are at least 21 years old. you were so thoughtful.” stuck with the same worthless title. on Pharr Road, which many of you may But I am proud that videos of some of “Well,” he replied, “not only was she a In retrospect, I am filled with deep remember. Today, it’s gone but not forgot- my early performances have recently been wonderful wife, today would have been our shame, grief, and embarrassment. I ask ten—and I’m forgotten but not gone. added to the nation’s Strategic 40th anniversary.” myself over and over, “How could I have But I do have my own nightclub again, Entertainment Reserve. I do love golf. Last week, I played ever done such a thing? How? How could I Jerry Farber’s Side Door, in the Landmark One thing that worries me is that I eighteen holes at my favorite course. I was have ever bought a German car?” July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 29 dent and CEO of Paradies, welcomed its longstanding dedication to the promo- guests and offered remarks. tion and participation of minority-owned, women-owned and disadvantaged business BUSINESS BITS RABBI EINZIG AT TDSA. Rabbi Joshua enterprises in airport contracting, Atlanta- Einzig has joined Torah Day School of based Paradies has received its second Atlanta as its Airport Minority Advisory Council By Marsha Liebowitz Committee (AIPAC). For the past 20 years, head of Corporate Partner Award. The award recog- he has volunteered with Maccabi school. Rabbi nizes companies and organizations that AICC SELECTS NEW LEADERSHIP. USA/Sports Einzig is the consistently contribute to the growth and The American-Israel Chamber of for Israel and former head development of Airport Concessions Commerce, Southeast Region, has elected currently of school at Disadvantaged Business Enterprises and its officers and board members for 2013- serves as a Westchester whose workforce and business activities 2014. vice president Day School, reflect a strong and consistent commitment Officers are: and on the Mamoroneck, to diversity with its overall workforce. Joel Neuman, Board of New York, Paradies has more than 50 joint-venture chairman; Directors and and the H.F. partnerships with certified ACDBE individ- Benjamin Executive Epstein uals and companies and continuously Fink, chair- Committee. Rabbi Joshua Einzig Hebrew strives to introduce women and minority- man-elect; The FIDF Academy, in St. Louis, Missouri. Rabbi owned businesses to airport concessions. Jonathan Georgia Einzig received semicha from Yeshiva Zucker, vice Region has University in Washington Heights, New AUDIOLOGY PRACTICE OPENS TOCO chairman; Tal traditionally York. He holds a BA in psychology from HILL LOCATION. Atlanta Hearing Cohen, vice focused on Seth Baron Yeshiva University and a masters of educa- Associates has opened its fourth Georgia chairman; Metro tion in school psychology from City location, at Jonathan Atlanta. University of New York. Rabbi Einzig has 1991 N. Minnen, sec- Under Baron’s leadership, it will expand its demonstrated a strong commitment to fac- Williamsburg Joel Neuman, 2013-14 retary; and activities to communities in Alabama, ulty development, thorough knowledge of Drive, Atlana. Chairman of AICC Steve Horn, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, classroom education, and curriculum devel- Audiologists treasurer. and Kentucky. opment experience. Drs. Melissa Shai Robkin will join the chamber as its Wikoff and new president and chief professional officer PEARL STEPS DOWN. Dr. Simcha Pearl MIT HONORS WOLMER. Al Wolmer, Rita Chaiken on August 1. Newly joining the Executive will step down as head of school at the head of the Math Department at Yeshiva specialize in Committee is David Schulman. New Board Doris and Alex Weber Jewish Community Atlanta, has been honored with a 2013 hearing loss, of Directors members are Eric Gabbai, High School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology tinnitus (ring- Bruce Kopkin, Ramesh Barasia, Yuri at the end of Inspirational Teacher Award. MIT students ing in the Eliezer, Morris Ellison, Paul Gianneschi, the 2013- nominate the high school teachers who ears), and Carl Johnston, Darrie Schlesinger, Galit 2014 aca- inspired them; Mr. Wolmer was nominated hearing aids. Levitin, Adam Feinberg, Itay Parness, and demic year. by Noam Buckman, YA Class of 2011. Mr. They are Yoav Zilber. Since becom- Melissa Wikoff, AuD Wolmer, who has been a member of the bringing ing head of Yeshiva Atlanta faculty for the past eleven Lyric extend- ALEXANDER MAKES HALL OF FAME. school in years, announced his retirement to start a ed-wear Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton partner 2000, Dr. consulting practice. His focus will be hearing Miles Alexander has been inducted into the Pearl has improving the teaching (and learning) of devices to the IP Hall of focused on AP Calculus and the effective use of the area and also Fame, which growing SMART Board interactive whiteboard in offer custom honors indi- Weber’s the high school math classroom. hearing pro- viduals who enrollment, tection, have made strengthening Dr. Simcha Pearl swim/sleep significant its academic plugs, musi- contributions and Judaics cian’s ear to the global programs, overseeing its move to a new and plugs and intellectual permanent campus, and stabilizing Weber’s monitors, property sys- financial position. Under Dr. Pearl’s leader- assistive lis- tem.ship, Weber has evolved from a small tening Alexander Jewish day school of 19 students to a Rita Chaiken, AuD devices, and joined the respected, values-based, college preparato- telephone/television connectivity. Other firm in 1958, ry school of approximately 240 students, offices are in Dunwoody, Lake Oconee, and after teaching with 550 alumni. Miles Alexander Paul Oberman and Al Wolmer Lake Sinclair (Milledgeville). For more at Harvard information, call 404-935-0240. Law School PARADIES AND 11ALIVE. Atlanta-based PARADIES HONORED. In recognition of and serving two years as a U.S.A.F. Judge concessionaire Paradies and local NBC Advocate; he was admitted to partnership in affiliate 11Alive celebrated the opening of 1963. In addition to his activities in all the first-ever airport 11Alive store, located aspects of trademark and unfair competition in Terminal B of the Hartsfield-Jackson practice, he counsels clients in other intel- Atlanta International Airport. City and air- lectual property fields and is a frequently port officials, travelers, and fans enjoyed a selected party and court-appointed mediator lively grand opening and ribbon-cutting in alternative dispute resolution matters. ceremony at the 617-square-foot corner store, on June 18. Miguel Southwell, deputy SETH BARON AT FIDF. Seth Baron, of general manager, and Myrna White, direc- Kennesaw, has been appointed the new tor of marketing and stakeholder engage- executive director of the Friends of the ment, of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Israel Defense Forces Georgia Region. Seth International Airport; John Deushane, pres- previously served as the Atlanta Area direc- ident and general manager of tor for the American Israel Public Affairs WXIA/11Alive; and Gregg Paradies, presi- Page 30 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013

Science and Biblical Garden. Alex exceed- ing his fundraising goal by $500, which he donated to the school for garden mainte- nance. Alex graduated from Woodward Academy, where he was a finalist in the 2012 Heart of Texas Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament, and will attend Northwestern University.

FRIENDS IN PEACE. The 8th-grade trip to Israel is always a highlight for Davis Academy students. This year’s trip includ- ed iconic places such as The Kotel and By Belle Klavonsky tion with a fun family carnival on Sunday, Masada, archaeological digs, and more. June 3. For this year-end bash, the Davis Toward the end, the group of 71 also visit- PTO transformed the parking lot into a fun ed a special community of Jewish and Arab zone, complete with rides and games, Israelis, where they enjoyed activities with including a dunk tank. Here Alexa the school children. The Davis students left TENNIS CHAMPS. Three years ago, The Hoppenfeld, Carrie Marx, and Jaclyn Marx a gift of the school’s new music CD and Epstein School began a girls tennis team. In enjoy a Ferris wheel ride. promises to stay in touch. just a few short years, 1st-year Head Coach Jason Smith has helped to bring the Lady Eagles up to an extraordinary level of per- formance. Last year, they made it to the finals. This year, they brought home the DAVIS ACADEMY DAY. Sandy Springs 2013 Metro Atlanta Athletic Conference Mayor Eva Galambos (left) honored The Girls Tennis Team Championship title. Davis Academy for 20 years of educational Pictured: (front, from left) Sarah Peljovich, excellence, at a city council meeting, on Sabrina Kaplan, Sari Leven, Arly Yagoda, June 4. Student government reps David Sophie Yagoda, Robyn Salzberg, Jade Antonino, Jared Solovei, Jacob Lewis, Nowitz, and Lilly Blumenthal; (back) Joelle Friedman, and Joelle Zelony and Coach Jason Smith and Athletics Director Head of School Amy Shafron represented James Battoglia the school to receive the honor. CAMP JENNY. Each year, Davis Academy 5th-graders work to help ensure that inner- city kids have a great experience at Camp Jenny, which takes place during Memorial Day weekend, at URJ Camp Coleman. During the year, the students collect items such as backpacks for the kids, then travel to Camp Coleman to help prepare gift bags (shown here) for the guest campers when INVENTION FAIR. At their annual they arrive. Invention Fair, Epstein School 4th-graders displayed creative, problem-solving NOETIC MATH WINNERS. Once again, devices they developed, while demonstrat- Davis students are flying high in math com- ing their ingenuity and science knowledge. petitions. Out of 62 Davis participants in Noam Friedman’s iPillow allows young 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades who competed in iPad and iPhone users, who are often on the the Noetic Learning Math Contest, 45 qual- go and traveling in their parents’ cars, the ified for national recognition. The follow- ability to multitask in comfort. Inspired by ing students’ high scores earned them a 6th-month hospitalization when he was in National Honor Roll status: 3rd grade— 3rd grade, Nolan Goldklang designed the Ezra Mahle (team winner) and Hannah I.V. Pole Accessories Kit, which allows Tourial; 4th grade—Matthew Aronin, mobility and access to conveniences such FAREWELL, GRADUATES. The Epstein Derek Coffsky, Jordy Elster, Will Hopkins as snacks, glasses, and electronic devices. School bid a fond farewell to its 8th-grade (team winner), Tyler McMahon, Darren Pictured: (top) iPillow by Noam Friedman; students, who are now entering the high Rosing, and Casey Shoulberg; 5th grade— (bottom) I.V. Pole Accessories Kit by Nolan school chapter of their lives. Pictured: Girls Evan Altwarg (team winner), Micah Goldklang from The Epstein School class of 2013 are Kornblum, Jonah Medoff, and Adam (top photo, from left) Becky Arbiv, Jenny Rubinger. Pictured: Davis Academy’s MACY’S KIDS. Five Davis 7th-graders ALUMNUS HONORED. Alex Duner (pic- Judenberg, Rebecca Horn, Darelle David, Noetic Math Honor Roll students earned the chance to spend a day at Macy’s tured), Class of 2009, was inducted into Maddie Dorfman, Kyra Bronfman, and Perimeter, assisting managers and getting a The Epstein Ayelet Bernstein. Boys from The Epstein behind-the-scenes look at the retail indus- School Hall of School class of 2013 (bottom photo) are try. It all started with a persuasive essay Fame. Alex is a Noah Weinstein, Benny Soran, Noah assignment, given by 7th-grade language 2013 National Lampert, Yoel Alperin, Roei Levi, Jake arts teacher David Rifkin, who arranged the Merit Finalist and Estroff, Jeremy Rubin and Josh Lewkowict. experience. The students wrote about why also earned Eagle they wanted the opportunity to work at Scout rank, the ¡ FELICIDADES! Weber School world lan- Macy’s. As part of the process, the finalists highest advance- guage students garnered national recogni- had to interview with a Macy’s representa- ment rank in tion for their excellent performance on the tive. Jordan Shoulberg, Valerie Light, Scouting. For his 2013 National Spanish Examinations, earn- Zachary Cohen, Rachel Murray, and Eagle Scout proj- ing eight gold, seven silver, and 14 bronze CARNIVAL. The Davis Academy conclud- Maquie Weiss reported that they learned a ect, Alex raised money and built a pergola medals, along with 26 honorable mentions. ed its yearlong 20th-anniversary celebra- lot on their workday, Sunday, May 19. for The Epstein School’s Educational In addition to national ranking, 11 students July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 31

attained recognition at the state level. Jillian Gerson, Linda Gross Scholarship; WINNERS. Torah Day School of Atlanta Sophomores Rachel Skinner and Zaq Benjamin Siegel, Ephraim Frankel Award; had a school-wide Yedios Klalios (Jewish Brenner (pictured) placed first in the state. Dan Jutan, Head of School Award; Zoe Rabbi Lee Buckman and Mrs. Rachel facts) contest among the various grades. Other state winners include Eden Axler, Bagel, Hadassah Chesed Award; Linsey Buckman, Judaics teacher. Rabbi Buckman Pictured are the winners from the 3rd-5th- Jessica Bachner, Rachel Jones, Talia Katz, Cohen, Keter Shem Tov Award; and will become headmaster of North grade girls. Samantha Leff, Zachery Neil, Michelle Isabella Cantor, Ephraim Frankel Award. America’s largest Jewish high school, Nelkin, Ilan Palte, Brooke Pardue, and Tanenbaum Community Hebrew Academy Zoey Weissman. The National Spanish of Toronto. GHA threw an ice cream social Examinations are administered each year in in their honor, and students, teachers, and grades 6 through 12. friends wished them Tzeitchem l’shalom and the best of luck in their new home. The STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTION faculty made a scrapbook for Rabbi RESULTS. During student council elec- Buckman. Pictured here is the cover, a tions, Weber candidates spoke to the entire photo of a mural designed by art teachers school, delivering thoughtful speeches that Mrs. Devi Knapp and Mrs. Anita Stein and tackled a wide range of issues. Elected for assembled by the students. YOUNG SCHOLARS. TDSA 7th-grade the coming school year are: Dylan Shaban, boys held their annual Torah Fair. Each stu- president; David Martin, VP Finance; CHAGIGAT CHUMASH. On May 17, dent learned the laws of tefillin, as well as Adina Karpuj and Adam Stoumen, VP GHA’s 2nd-grade students held their studied a Torah scholar of their choice as Communications; Jake Shapiro and Miriam Chagigat Chumash, for an audience of near- shown here. Areta, VP Programming; Emily Karsch and ly 150 friends and family members. Ilan Bagel, 12th-grade representatives; Zoe Organized by Morah Judith Swartz and Weissman and Emma Popowski, 11th- Morah Cheryl Kunis, the presentation took grade representatives; and Greg Fish and place entirely in Hebrew. The students Max Harris, 10th-grade representatives. demonstrated their knowledge of the five Ninth-grade representatives are elected dur- books of the Torah with posters, songs, ing the first month of the school year. recitations, and dance—and were accompa- nied by a student rhythm section featuring GOLF TOURNAMENT. The 9th Annual drums and tambourines. The lively, moving Sidney Feldman Legacy Golf Tournament, presentation ended with the whole group— held May 6, at the Druid Hills Golf Club, teachers and administrators included—join- was GHA’s most successful in the history of ing in a spontaneous and unscripted danc- the tournament. This year’s Player of Honor TEA PARTY. Second-grade girls participat- ing circle. Here, students sing for their audi- was Emanuel (Manny) Fialkow, a well- ed in etiquette classes taught by Mrs. Kaye ence of parents and friends. known philanthropist who has worked on Green, which were followed by a mother- projects to benefit Ahavath Achim daughter tea party. Synagogue and the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta. He served on the Board of Directors of Jewish National COGNITIVE DISSONANCE. Weber par- Fund and GHA and is a major financial ent and attorney Robert Caplan (pictured) contributor to organizations that assist soci- spoke to Michelle Brown’s English elective ety’s less fortunate. Pictured: (from left) class, Law in Literature and Film. After Tournament Chair Dr. Gavin Cohen, bag- studying works of fiction involving crime piper Dennis Duncan, and Emanuel and punishment, students heard from Mr. Fialkow Caplan, whose career began with two brutal criminal trials. He had students examine their own attitudes about crime, the crimi- ALUMNI ICE CREAM SOCIAL. GHA nal justice system, prejudice, and other held an ice-cream social for alumni who FUN WITH MANNERS. Mrs. Kaye Green issues and discussed two death penalty graduated from high school this year. taught an etiquette class to TDSA’s 2nd- cases he handled. Students gained insight Twenty graduates chatted with their former grade boys. Their culminating activity was into the idea of “cognitive dissonance”— teachers, shared their plans for the future a father-son breakfast. how we can hold two conflicting ideas in and reminisced about their time at GHA. our heads about a topic, when we want The alumni shared their future plans, which those ideas to be in harmony. will scatter them all over the United States and Israel. Each accepted a gift of a GRADUATION. GHA celebrated com- SIYUM HASHANA. The Greenfield portable tool kit and umbrella, to represent mencement exercises for the class of 2013, Hebrew Academy held its Siyum HaShana, the tools for life they received at GHA. on June 5, with 31 graduates receiving their on May 31. Students and teachers alike Pictured: (top, from left) Danielle Grinzaid, diplomas this year. The graduates took the were honored for their achievements over Tammy Elmalem, Danielle Goldstein, stage for a presentation that incorporated the years. The program also featured stu- Jamie Heidt, and Sasha Aaron; (bottom) student poetry, music, and the spoken word. dent performances that displayed a remark- Hannah Siegel, Gavriella Mendel, and In their presentation, they addressed GHA’s able degree of accomplishment. Several Leslie Apseloff past, present, and future and shared their MAKING PARENTS PROUD. TDSA 7th- graduating students received Achievement memories of their senior trip to Israel. Here, grade girls invited their parents to their Awards, and a scholarship was awarded to GOODBYE RABBI BUCKMAN. GHA the new graduates toss their caps in the air one 7th-grade student. Pictured: (from left) bade a fond farewell to Head of School to celebrate. See CLASSNOTES, page 32 Page 32 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Epstein School and the greater community Classnotes

Two and a half years ago, tragedy stuck From page 31 the Poulos family, who live in the neighbor- Navi Museum, which included a mini hood near The Epstein School. Andee archeological dig. Here a 7th-grade girl Poulos, then a young 14 year-old girl with her artifact discovery. attending Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, had an AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation) in her cerebellum that rup- tured for reasons unknown. As a result, Andee was left unable to walk, talk, or eat and in need a lot of serous medical attention for an extended period of time. It was evident that this was going to put an incredible strain on the family, both financially and emotionally. Epstein’s Head of School Stan Beiner Stan Beiner with Andee Poulos and her father, John Andee Poulos knew the father, John Poulos, from previous PERFORMING FOR THEIR PEERS. A community/neighborhood interactions and Center’s Spinal Cord and Brain Injury tion. Andee then encouraged the students to 3rd-grade girls Ivrit class at TDSA per- became aware of the family’s plight through Rehabilitation Program and has been work- keep the faith and never, ever give up. formed a play for the other girls in grades Epstein parents, who were friends of the ing hard at her rehabilitation. Over the last Stan Beiner presented Andee with a one through three. Pictured are the stars of Poulos family. year and a half, she has been determined to book that is inscribed in her honor. The the show. As part of its long history of giving maximize her recovery and someday walk book is, fittingly, The Little Engine That back to the community, reaching out to through the halls of The Epstein School. Could, and the inscription reads, “This is a those in need, and instilling the character She wanted to meet and thank the students, story about what can happen when you and values that help develop young students faculty, and staff that came to her aid and believe in yourself and push yourself to do into caring citizens, the school reached out that of her family in its time of need. things nobody believed possible. Thank you to the family and offered prayers, emotion- On May 20, 2013, Andee succeeded, for being a role model to us.” al support, monetary donations, and meals walking into the school’s chapel along with In addition to her miraculous recovery, delivered to their home, prepared by her father to speak to students who were Andee is very excited and looks forward to Epstein’s Food Services Manager, Jane inspired by her story. Andee spoke to the returning to school in the fall. The Poulos Escalera. Through fundraisers, the school students and faculty in attendance, thanking family has developed a warm relationship collected $1,200, which was donated to the them for their prayers and support. She also with the school based upon faith, family, Poulos family. said how she is not angry about her situa- and community. Andee was accepted into the Shepherd Bess Bayme Cotton, a woman of achievement

By Ruben Stanley was left to take over the total responsibility of the family’s store, Kaybee of Macon. Leaving the familiar and undertaking a Slowly, the pieces came back together with new venture, whether it is a house, a city, a a lot of support from her family. The first ON THEIR WAY. TDSA 8th-grade gradu- job, or a life partnership, brings with it years were difficult and frustrating, but she ation took place on June 12, at uneasiness and trepidation. As a person did not give up. The addition of her son, Congregation Beth Jacob. Pictured here are looks ahead to a changing lifestyle, the Scott, who joined her in the business, and the 8th-grade girls (top) and boys (bottom) challenges often look insurmountable; as a the subsequent addition of Arnold Cotton— person looks back at these changes, they an experienced businessman to whom she RISING STOCK OF YA STUDENTS. seem somewhat insignificant. has now been married for thirty-four Yeshiva Atlanta seniors Jake Belinky and That was the feeling that Bess Bayme years—solidified the foundation upon Ethan Arbiser, along with junior Ezra Cotton had those many years ago, while she which a successful, thriving business has Weener, finished second in Yeshiva was packing up her young family and its been built. University’s Sixth Annual Sy Syms School belongings to move from her hometown. And as she had thrown herself totally of Business Stock Market Challenge. “At the age of 24, following my late hus- into the business, so did she commit herself Bess Cotton (left), with her Women Students receive $500,000 in a virtual bro- band who had previously arrive in Macon,” to the other aspects of being a part of of Achievement award, and Nancy kerage account. They use this virtual cash she recalls, “I left my beloved hometown of Macon. The business grew, her family Brown Cornett, a past award recipi- to manage a portfolio for the duration of Charleston, S.C., and arrived here [in immersed itself in the social and communal ent the class. This portfolio includes stocks, Macon] on a hot summer day (110 in the activities, and she morphed from the options, futures, bonds, mutual funds, cur- shade) with all my worldly possessions: my cocoon of her earlier years devoted to Thus it was that Bess Slotchiver, of rencies, and other securities from over 20 two-year-old daughter Bonnie, a drop-leaf Charleston to a grown, matured citizen of Charleston, married Alvin Bayme, and, at global exchanges. The YA team achieved a table, and two chairs—no friends, no fami- Macon, her adopted home. Now, when she the age of 24, moved to Macon to start a life remarkable 3.03% gain, equaling a total of ly, no money.” talks about this, she says, “Charleston has and career. No one could know how the $1,303,123.40 and, in doing so, won $500 This separation from her parents, sib- become the place I love to visit; Macon is hand would play out, but she took each in cash for themselves. lings, aunts, uncles, and cousins in my absolute home.” detour with a determination to make it work Charleston was difficult. She said, “I think In 2009, the Career Women’s Network and to be a proud and devoted citizen of her I cried for Charleston for almost twenty of Macon selected Cotton to be the recipi- new hometown. She raised her children, years. One week out of each month, I took ent of its annual Women of Achievement was active in her synagogue, was instru- my children and boarded the Greyhound award, which recognizes “women for their mental in building a successful business, bus headed back home.” achievements and contributions to the and participated in the communal life of Much has happened in the ensuing advancement of women, their communities, Macon. years. She was widowed in 1969. Although and their professions.” She was, in fact, a true member of the inexperienced in operating a business, she Women of Achievement. July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN— KASHER LIVING Page 33

reimbursements for personally paid dental, My next column will focus on the vision, or hearing services. Jewish New Year. We would love to receive Kosher Affairs The program coordinator of the Toco some favorite holiday recipes from our Hills NORC is M. Queen Bailey-Brooks. readers. Do share your recipes for heirloom For more information visit or contemporary dishes. Send to: kosheraf- tocohillsnorc.org, or contact Queen at [email protected]. [email protected] or 404-633-3033. To find out which NORC program serves your neighborhood, contact JFGA at 404- BY Roberta 873-1661. Scher AROUND ATLANTA

Summer is here, the long hot Atlanta We are delighted to share news that, by summer, and it’s the time of year when press time, Atlanta will likely have two new things really heat up. I do my best to keep Wraps kosher food businesses. Dolce, a new my kitchen cool—serving seasonal salads, kosher bakery, is opening adjacent to cold soups, pasta dishes, garden veggies, Now about the Toco Hills NORC. I Judaica Corner, at Briarcliff and LaVista. fruit, and, of course, lots of ice cream and learned so much about this important pro- Pita Grill, a trendy, casual Mediterranean- What’s cooking? E-mail chocolate for dessert. We invite you to send gram and want to share some of this with style restaurant, is slated for the Roswell- [email protected]. This column is your favorite summer recipes to us. you. NORC, an acronym for Naturally Wieuca shopping center, off Roswell Road, meant to provide the reader with current I recently had the pleasure of attending Occurring Retirement Community, is a in Sandy Springs. trends and developments in the kosher mar- a Toco Hills NORC 1st Monday Social. Not national initiative with three programs in ketplace. Since standards of kashruth certi- only was it an opportunity to learn about the the Atlanta area; the others are the East Peter Swerdlow, of Griller’s Pride, has fication vary, check with the AKC or your NORC chapter, but also, the event was sup- Point NORC and the Meyer Balser NORC, reached an agreement with The Kosher local kashruth authority to confirm reliabil- ported by Whole Foods Briarcliff. which is based at the William Breman Express, an online purveyor of quality ity. (Disclosure: This store is a favorite client of Jewish Home. NORC’s primary mission is kosher meats. He will service their cus- mine—and is always eager to serve the to support seniors with “aging in place” tomers nationwide and expand his supply of kosher community.) programs, so that they can remain in their all-natural meats, including bison. At the event, I also had a chance to homes and continue to be active members taste and enjoy a very creative food presen- of their respective communities. The Toco ————— See KOSHER AFFAIRS RECIPES, page 34 tation by Atlanta area personal chef Sarah Hills NORC, the first program to be organ- Faygie Berkowitz. Chef Berkowitz present- ized in Georgia, will celebrate its 10th year ed healthful, delicious recipes, along with in December. Toco Hills has a community helpful cooking tips. I have included two of of older adults who have decided to remain her recipes in this column. She is quite a in their homes for as long as possible. Some multi-tasker—a web content developer, have lived in the area for their entire lives. SEO writer, and editor of a local holistic This program is a non-sectarian project magazine. When she’s not blogging at of Jewish Family & Career Services and the PrincessFig.com, Sarah Faygie enjoys help- Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. Since ing friends with in-home catering for spe- many of the Toco Hills members are cial occasions. So if you would like to enjoy Jewish, when food and meals are offered, the services of a personal chef (who would- they are kosher. A multitude of activities n’t?) for some special occasion baking or and events are presented, such as 1st light catering in your home, contact her at Monday Social, Marvelous Mondays, musi- [email protected]. cal concerts, cooking classes, nutrition and wellness lectures, line dancing, walking groups, exercise classes, escorted trips, and more. Events are planned according to the interests and requests of members. The annual membership fee is $50/single, $75/couple. The NORC groups promote health and wellness by finding ways to link older adults and services and by creating opportu- nities for socialization and learning. The list of NORC membership benefits is quite -\LNVNV4\\UKVUKV»Z/P/PYPUUNN extensive, but two in particular focus on members’ ability to maintain their inde- ‹-\SS;PTL :LY]LYZ pendence and quality of life: (1) Social Ride ‹*H[LYPUN (ZZPZ[HU[ Share, which enables members who hire drivers (for things such as errands, grocery ‹4HYRL[PUN (ZZPZ[HU[ shopping, visiting friends, and going to ‹2P[JOLU :[HMMMM  5PNO[Z Chef Sarah Faygie Berkowitz (left) medical appointments) to be reimbursed and Carole Feinberg at NORC lunch- with gift cards; and (2) Medical Vouchers, 3VVRRPPUNMMVVY \\WWILH[[ MMYYPLUKKSS`` OPNO HJOPL]LYYZZ eon which enables members to receive gift card [OH[^V\SK SPRL [V NYYVV^ ^P[O V\Y JVUJLLWW[ (WWWWSS`05`05 7,9:655 6553@!33@@@!! 4VUKH` ;O\YZKH` ‹  74   74 Page 34 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN — KASHER LIVING July-August 2013 Recipes from Kosher Affairs

Enjoy--- Continued from page 33 Mexican Tortilla Wraps water to a boil. Adapted from a recipe by Chef Sarah While water is coming to a boil, Faygie Berkowitz make dressing in a medium bowl by whisking together the soy sauce, peanut Multi-grain or whole-wheat tortillas butter, vinegar, sesame oil, hot chili oil, Salsa honey, garlic and ginger. Set aside. Canned beans, any kind When water comes to a rolling boil, Shredded lettuce add the noodles and cook for 4 minutes. Corn Drain noodles into a colander immediate- Chopped green pepper, onion, chilies ly and rinse with cold water. Cool the noodles completely, then allow to drain Sprinkle shredded lettuce on tor- dry. tillas. Cover tortilla evenly with salsa, Move noodles to a large bowl. Whisk beans, corn, pepper, onion, and chilies. dressing and pour over noodles. Add Roll up tightly, cut on diagonal and peas, green onions and almonds and toss. secure with toothpick. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days. ——- I suggest serving this warm or at room temperature. Berry Jam Adapted from a recipe by Chef Sarah ——- Faygie Berkowitz Gazpacho This is an easy recipe to put up while Adapted from The Barefoot Contessa spending time in the kitchen on other Cookbook by Ina Garten dishes. It just needs a stir every few min- utes and voila—delicious jam. This is 4-6 servings great on vanilla ice cream, yogurt, cheesecake, and in a sandwich with nut 1 English cucumber, halved and seeded, butter. but not peeled 2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded 1 bag frozen berries 4 plum tomatoes 1/2 cup sugar 1 red onion Juice of one lemon 3 garlic cloves, minced 23 ounces tomato juice (3 cups) Pour berries, sugar, and lemon juice 1/4 cup white wine vinegar into a fry pan. Bring to boil, reduce to 1/4 cup good olive oil simmer. Scrape sides of pan with spatula 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt every 5-20 minutes. Allow to simmer for 1 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper an hour or more, until jam thickens. Mash large berries against the side of Roughly chop the cucumbers, bell pan with spatula. Allow to cool; pour into peppers, tomatoes, and red onions into 1- jar or container; refrigerate. inch cubes. Put each vegetable separately into a food processor fitted with a steel ——- blade, and pulse until coarsely chopped. Do not over-process! Rainbow Natural Foods’ After each vegetable is processed, Chinese Sesame Noodles combine all in a large bowl and add the Adapted from “From the Menu of,” as garlic, tomato juice, vinegar, olive oil, printed in the Atlanta Journal- salt, and pepper. Mix well, and chill Constitution before serving. The longer gazpacho sits, the more the flavors develop. Serves 6

1/3 cup tamari soy sauce 1/4 cup freshly ground peanut butter 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 1 1/2 tablespoons hot chili oil 1 1/2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons granulated garlic 2 teaspoons ginger 1 1/4 pounds egg noodles 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Bring a large pot of lightly salted July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN — KASHER LIVING Page 35 Kosher Korner

Cheese are now approved by the AKC when bearing the AKC logo.

BY Rabbi Reuven MINUTE MAID AND SIMPLY BEVER- Stein AGES. The OU has given its certification to Minute Maid Orange Juices and Simply Beverages. The following are OU-certified KOSHER ALERTS products: Minute Maid Country Style Orange Juice, VEGAN SYMBOL. Many vegan products Heart Wise Orange Juice, Home Squeezed have a V with a circle. It can look very sim- Style Orange Juice with Calcium & Vitamin ilar to the reliable kosher symbol Circle-V. D, Kids + Orange Juice, Original Orange These vegan products may not be kosher or Juice, Pulp Free Orange Juice, Low Acid supervised by the Circle-V. Be careful. Orange Juice, Original Orange Juice with Calcium & Vitamin D, Pure Squeezed Light QT. At the current time, we don’t recom- Orange Juice Beverage No Pulp, Pure mend QT’s frozen yogurts and soft serve ice Squeezed Light Orange Juice Beverage creams. Low Pulp with Calcium & Vitamin D, Pure Squeezed No Pulp 100% Orange Juice, STARBUCKS. The following four Pure Squeezed Some Pulp 100% Orange Starbucks products are not kosher: Caramel Juice, and Pure Squeezed No Pulp 100% Macchiato, Frappuccino, Lemonade, and Orange Juice with Calcium & Vitamin D Smoothie. Simply Orange Pulp Free, Pulp Free with Calcium & Vitamin D, Medium Pulp with NEW KOSHER PRODUCT. String cheese Calcium & Vitamin D, High Pulp, and High under the Polly-O label is now certified Pulp with Mango, Pineapple, Banana, or when bearing an OU-D. It can be found in Tangerine the general cheese section at local super- Simply Lemonade, and Simply Lemonade markets. with Raspberry, Mango, or Blueberry Simply Limeade FERRARA PAN CANDY. In the past, prod- Simply Apple ucts from this company such as Red Hots, Simply Cranberry Cocktail Lemon Heads, Boston Baked Beans, and Simply Grapefruit others were certified without a symbol. Please be aware that all Ferrara Pan prod- SEAGRAM’S. Sparkling Seltzer Water in ucts now require a UMK (K-Shield) symbol Original, Key Lime, Blackberry Raspberry, to be accepted as kosher. White Peach, and Orange Citrus are OU certified even without a symbol, as long as NONNI’S BISCOTTI. The AKC does not they are from North America. recommend Nonni’s Biscotti (Map-K sym- bol). DUNCAN HINES. Family Style Brownie Milk Chocolate mix bearing an OU is IRENE’S BAKERY. This company’s chal- pareve. lah rolls are not recommended. Milk Chocolate Chunk Decadent Brownie Mix is OU-dairy when bearing the KOSHER NEWS OU-D symbol, according to Kashrus Monthly Magazine. In the past, some DOLCE CATERING & BAKERY. Moshe Duncan Hines Milk Chocolate Brownie BenGigi’s Dolce Catering & Bakery has mixes have contained cream and milk and opened at 3130 Raymond Drive Atlanta, indicated an OU-D on 19.3-oz. boxes; the 30340. The phone number is 770-451-3065. product now has a pareve formula and bears an OU on new 18-oz. packages. COSTCO BAKERY. Brookhaven Costco’s in-store bakery now has a kosher dairy bak- PILLSBURY. Frostings that used to be OU- ery certified by the Circle-K. Only products D have now changed to OU (pareve)—even bearing the Circle-K-D are approved. those with names such as Milk Chocolate, Cream Cheese, and Butter Cream. SARA LEE BREADS. These new Sara Lee breads, all Kof-K Pareve, are available KEDEM. Sparkling Concord Grape Juice locally: Soft & Smooth Whole Grain White, without an OU symbol, but certified by Classic 100% Whole Wheat, and Classic Rabbi Yosef Moshe Grunwald, the Honey Wheat. Tzelemer Rav, is acceptable.

HUY FONG FOODS. The following prod- THE AKC AND YOU ucts by Huy Fong Foods are now approved: Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce, Sambal Oelek, The AKC: and Chili Garlic Sauce. • supervises local establishments and events to ensure kosher food is available for our TRADER JOE’S. Trader Joe’s Pizza Veggie Burgers with Tomato Basil & Mozzarella See KOSHER KORNER, page 42 Page 36 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Dr. Neil Shulman, humanitarian extraordinaire diovascular clinical research grants, and Muslims, Jews, and Christians participated. ten books—including What’s in the medical director of Pine Knoll Nursing The goal of these summits is to help Doctor’s Bag, in which medical instruments Home in Carrollton, Georgia. In addition, people achieve the basics of living and to become lovable creatures—and done tele- he is the author of over 50 scientific papers promote peace for all people. The event is vised comedy routines. BY George and numerous works of fiction and non-fic- organized solely on a volunteer basis. His books, TV appearances, speaking Jordan tion. His 1979 book What? Dead…Again? Interest in establishing summits has been engagements, and humanitarian efforts was the basis for the movie Doc Hollywood, expressed by those at other major U.S., have brought him into contact with numer- starring Michael J. Fox. Chinese, and European universities. ous celebrities, including Jane Fonda, Patch A recent book, The Corporate Kid, co- Another Summit is being planned for Adams, Michael J. Fox, and Rosalynn and Dr. Neil Shulman is a man of many tal- written with Susan Wrathall, was reviewed April 2014, at Emory. It is free, and all are Jimmy Carter. His book Your Body’s Red ents and has been involved in a variety of by Congressman John Lewis, who wrote, welcome to attend or participate in organiz- Light Warning Signals, which contains endeavors. He is an associate professor at “This is a story for every- ing the event. A docu- input from about 125 doctors, has been Emory University School of Medicine and one, poor or rich, power- mentary about the event translated and published in China, Korea, has been a consultant to the Georgia less or influential. It is a can be viewed on Vietnam, Croatia, and other counties. Department of Human Resources in estab- story for today, and it YouTube under “Global Dr. Shulman grew up in a medical and lishing rural and inner-city community imparts lessons for tomor- Health and humanitarian environment. His father was a row.” Dr. Shulman recent- Humanitarian Summit.” dentist in Washington, D.C. At the time, the ly spoke at The Jimmy The current website is D.C. dental society would not admit him, so Carter Presidential www.ghhs2013.org. he started the Maimonides Dental Society, Library about this book to Neil co- which allowed blacks and Jews to become an overflow crowd. authored The Oslo members. Later on, he became president of Dr. Shulman is espe- Accords, recently the dental society that had previously cially passionate about an released on Kindle, with turned him away. The society was now event he started four years Ken Brigham, a including Jews but still excluding blacks. ago—The Global Health Christian friend. It is Dr. Shulman’s father fought this ruling, and and Humanitarian about G-d intervening in eventually the dental society opened its Summit. At the April 2013 Israel and Palestine. G-d membership to blacks. As president of this Summit, held at Emory puts a gene in the leader dental society, he was involved in fluoridat- University, approximately of Hamas, so that he ing water and helping with volunteer dental 200 exhibitors and speak- loves all Jews. Another services for low-income kids and seniors. ers who have done gene is put into the Dr. Shulman’s mother did volunteer work, humanitarian work partic- leader of the Knesset, so and his grandmother was the founder and ipated. that he loves all the head of The Jewish Sheltering Home. The three-day event drew about 1,500 Palestinians. There is concern that the two Dr. Shulman went to medical school at attendees. The exhibitors and speakers leaders have a disease, and the CDC dis- Emory and has been with the university for come from a wide range of fields, not just covers that they have an “empathy virus.” 45 years. He is a Decatur resident. He likes medicine. A participant could be someone The premise of the book is that if everyone to volunteer and do comedy events to help who helps the poor and/or the elderly, or could be injected with an “empathy virus,” raise money for charitable causes. He is Dr. Neil Shulman goes to Africa to help there, or teaches the world would be a better place. known as the real Doc Hollywood, and he teenagers needed skills. People from all To help assuage children’s fears of feels humor is great medicine. health clinics, a co-investigator in NIH car- political parties, rich people, poor people, going to the doctor, Dr. Shulman has writ- Dr. Shulman’s most recent film is Who Nose?, an independent film in which he plays an old man looking for a wife but is chased by a golddigger. (The movie can be Former Atlantan Jonathan Lieberman is recognized seen on YouTube—search “Who Nose Neil.”) In real life, the 68-year-old Shulman is married to the film’s co-star, Zoe Haugo, for his entrepreneurial leadership who is 30 years his junior, and they have a By Ruben Stanley for many, many years. followed the rapidly changing technologi- 6-year-old son. He jokes that “my son is So I guess that he qualifies as a cal landscape, he became increasingly going out of diapers and I’m going into dia- If you ask a person living in a town Jewish Georgian, and we can take pride in aware of the advantages that cloud com- pers.” other than the one in which he or she was his selection as the recipient of the 2013 puting offered in reducing cost and com- Dr. Shulman expresses his philosophy born where he or she is from, the answer Greater plexity involved in information technolo- in the following statement: “The people I will likely be, “I originally was from such Miami gy. In response to what he saw as a need know who are the happiest are those who and such place, but I have live in the pres- Chamber of for small-to-medium size businesses in the are humanitarians—not the moneytarians, ent city of residence for so many years. “ Commerce legal, financial, real estate, and healthcare not the egoisers, not the bureaucratizers.” Biographies also will usually site the city Technology markets for a fast, easy, and cost-efficient of birth. Entrepreneur way to simplify their IT operations, last So it is with Jonathan Lieberman, of the Year year he launched itopia, Inc. who was born and spent his very early Award. In presenting the award, Barry E. years in Atlanta but whose family eventu- Starting Johnson, president and CEO of the Greater ally moved to Florida, where he has spent out as an Miami Chamber of Commerce, said, most of his life and attended school. attorney, “Jonathan has a solid track record of lead- Jonathan’s parents, David and Renee Jonathan ership in the technology industry in Lieberman, were among the founding decided that Miami.... We applaud his successful entre- members of Atlanta’s Temple Sinai and the business preneurial efforts and technological inno- Jonathan Lieberman have retained many relationships with the world was vation and are very pleased to recognize Atlanta community, and his sister and where he wanted to be. For the last 20+ him as the 2013 Technology Entrepreneur brother-in-law, Linda and Steve Citron years, he has directed his entrepreneurial of the Year.” and their children, have lived in Atlanta talents towards the technology field. As he The Shulman family July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 37

ed to rest and try to be a comfort to Anne’s removed from the campus. He was what we family. thought was elderly, and he created a classi- Penny postcards The funeral was the day after that, and cal atmosphere. He attended my senior inwardly I was empty and dazed. An impor- voice recital, and I was very pleased. This is freshman at Valdosta. I knew her handwrit- tant part of my life had ended, and that did- what his card said: ing, and I could tell immediately that she n’t begin to describe the grief and tragic dis- “Dear Miss Kahn, Thank you for your had not written it. It said, “Dear Shirley, this appointment of this remarkable family. most thoughtful note. If I were to reply in is the first time that we have ever been apart They had given to the world the brightest of kind, I would have to write poetry far BY Shirley Kahn on our birthdays, and I hope you have a the bright, the kindest of the kind, with beyond my means. Athens is quite the happy one. I have been ill for several weeks Friedman integrity and quiet, sincere religious con- same, cloudy, bleak, and dreary. May your and am in victions. Her mother introduced me sweet voice never be less sweet. With kind- the hospi- to all of those I didn’t already know est regards, W.H. Bocock.” Not our post office—please, no. The tal. The as Anne’s best friend. She told me The third card was from my soon-to-be reports are frightening, and I cannot imag- doctors that Anne loved the telegram I sent husband. It was sent on August 27, 1949. ine a civilized world without the ability to can’t find her and said, “She’s the same We were married on the 31st. We had writ- communicate with the written word. out what is Shirley, college hasn’t changed her ten to each other for a year. His letters were I love the U.S. Postal Service. I love wrong. at all.” I still have that penny post- so beautiful. They seemed to have been our post office and the people in it. They are Daddy is card and 17 composed in another time and well worth a remarkable...come rain or come shine. An writing for years of youth- three-cent stamp. But I also love this quick e-mail or all these other things people send me as I’m not able to. I miss ful memories. romantic offering that concluded our each other now...they sound like dog food you and am anxious to see you. The courtship written exchanges. or a snack, can’t possibly take the place of Love, Anne.” second post- a handwritten letter or even a typed one. I immediate- card was sent This was his poem: Three of the most ly sent her a in 1944 to the “To S.V.K.— important or treasured telegram, because I ladies’ club I could not ask for life, for surging pieces of mail I have ever wanted her to hear where I was days of strife, received were written on from me as soon as living in New For dull routine— penny postcards—the possible (a good point for the e- York. It was from my Greek literature pro- Except that these bring joy, a bliss brown sack-colored ones, mailers in this case). I let her fessor at UGA, Dr. Bocock. He was answer- without alloy, plain, no colored pictures know that I was concerned, but ing a note I sent him, telling him how much When I can dream of the beach or the moun- not that I was distraught, and I his classes meant to me. I felt that it was Of making you my wife. tains. They were self- wrote something that would entirely proper, since he had already given From M.L.F. stamped with Jefferson’s recall something humorous to me two A’s, and I sincerely looked forward picture. Printed across the both of us. Three days later, to sitting in his classroom while I was in That’s why I don’t write poetry! See top was “U.S. Postal after exams, I caught the bus school. It was as though his small room, in you Sunday!!” Service” and, at the bot- and rode home to South Georgia. When I one of the very old small buildings, with a All of these cards were pennies from tom, “one cent,” with a 1 on either side of got there, I was so tired I fell into bed and small group of students, was completely heaven for me. Jefferson’s name. There was never postage didn’t review all of my new college experi- due, and some people could write a saga in ences, but I asked Mama about Anne. She that small space. told me that it was very serious and urged One of them came to me on December me to try to get some sleep. 12, 1940, my 17th birthday. I was a The next morning, she came upstairs to University of Georgia freshman, and the my bed. She said that Anne had died the card was from one of my high school same day I came home, but she wouldn’t friends, a very special friend who was a tell me that night because she knew I need- Rabbi/Educator Matt Dreffin joins ISJL team Rabbi Matthew Dreffin, who recently team that worked together toward a common completed his studies at Hebrew Union mission.” College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC- Though he has spent the past several JIR) in Los Angeles, joined the staff of the years in California, Dreffin, a Florida native, Goldring/ has Southern roots. He grew up going to URJ Woldenberg Camp Coleman, in Georgia, and attended Institute of Tulane University in New Orleans as an Southern Jewish undergraduate, earning a bachelor of fine Life (ISJL) on June arts in studio art, with a concentration in hot 1. glass sculpture. He also spent a summer as a While at HUC- chaplain at Princeton Baptist Medical JIR, Matt Dreffin Center, in Birmingham, Alabama. His wife, pursued masters Erica, originally hails from Montgomery, degrees in educa- Alabama. Both look forward to being nearer tion and Hebrew their families. Rabbi Matt Dreffin letters. He was Dreffin will work primarily in the ISJL’s ordained as a rabbi in May. He interned and education department, but will also serve in served as religious school associate director the rabbinic services department. at Temple Judea, in Tarzana, California. His The ISJL is dedicated to providing edu- focus has long been on education, formal and cational and rabbinic services, preserving the informal, an interest that led him to the ISJL rich history of the Southern Jewish experi- position. ence, sharing Jewish cultural and artistic pro- “I found myself highly impressed by the grams, collaborating with other nonprofits, work being accomplished at the ISJL,” says and facilitating community engagement Dreffin. “Even more impressive was the opportunities throughout a thirteen-state atmosphere of the staff—it truly felt like a region. Page 38 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013 Worthmore Jewelers named No.3 jewelry store in the U.S.

Jewelers’ Circular Keystone (JCK), the Watch the full video at tinyurl.com/nwjlokl. Magazine, Yelp, and CBS Local. Patrons of Worthmore are also invited to jewelry industry’s leading trade publica- Worthmore co-owner Geri Botnick attend the store’s locally acclaimed parties, tion, recently ranked Worthmore Jewelers said, “It’s important to maintain the bar that which often feature live music and always No.3 in their list of Top 50 jewelry retail we have set so high. When customers come star their signature Rum-Punch drink. One stores in the United States. This is the third walking in the door, they have a certain of these parties was recently held in honor time Worthmore has been ranked in JCK’s expectation, and our job is to meet or of the Decatur location’s 5th anniversary, top 10. Worthmore has stores in Midtown exceed that expectation.” and another celebrating Worthmore’s 20th Atlanta and Decatur. anniversary is coming up this August. “We are thrilled again!” said president Botnick says the fun events are a way to and owner Harris Botnick. “To move up in give back to the communities who support the ranks to No.3 out of the 25,000 jewelry them. stores in America is very exciting. We work Worthmore Jewelers opened its first hard to provide the best jewelry designs and location in Midtown Atlanta in 1994 and value, as well as a great shopping experi- opened a second location on the downtown ence, so to be appreciated for our efforts is Decatur Square in 2008. Having been very gratifying.” named “Best of Atlanta” by several publi- The Retailer Awards, presented by cations, “Best to Do Business With”, and JCK’s Design Center in Las Vegas on June one of the Top Five Design Stores in the 2, were created to recognize jewelry retail- United States, Worthmore is continuously ers who surpass the standards of quality in receiving national recognition. Worthmore their promotion, merchandising, and sale of specializes in unique fine jewelry, including designer jewelry. In previous years, wedding, commitment, and engagement Worthmore has been ranked No.7 and No.4. Geri and Harris Botnick at the Juliana Berry, (left to right) Katy rings, watches, bracelets, earrings, neck- Two weeks earlier, Worthmore also InStore Jewelry show in Chicago Reichert, Peggy Rainbow, Geri laces, silver, and custom work. It also has received praise from the national publica- 2013 after being named one of the Botnick, Joan Wasser, Beth ever-rotating art exhibits featuring diverse tion for American jewelry store owners, coolest stores in America Stutzman, Olya Girard, Harris sets of eclectic artwork. For more informa- InStore magazine, which once again named Botnick, Glenn McElroy. Not shown: tion, visit WorthmoreJewelers.com, “like” it one of “America’s Coolest Stores.” The These recent national recognitions take Michael Logan, Jonathan Paz, Leslie Worthmore Jewelers on Facebook, or fol- InStore website featured a promotional their place next to a long line of previous Hines, Joanie Ferguson, Anela low @Worthmore on Twitter. video which emphasized that Worthmore accolades for Worthmore; they have been Terzic, Lauren Barnes, Alex Velker offers its customers not only high-quality named “Best of Atlanta” by Creative products but also a high-quality experience. Loafing, Fenuxe, The GA Voice, INsite

drugs. The program focuses on preven- This will take place during the first tion, education, intervention, staff weekend of October, which is National training, and clinical services around Substance Abuse Awareness Month. JF&CS NEWS substance abuse affecting adolescents. JF&CS will partner with the Atlanta More than a dozen organizations have Rabbinical Association for this event. joined so far; enrollment in the pro- • the H.A.M.S.A. Peer Support MANAGING SUBSTANCE ABUSE. teenagers how to make healthy choic- gram is open until the end of July. Group, which focuses on relapse pre- Starting this fall, H.A.M.S.A. (Helping es, provide seniors with alternatives to Synagogues in metro Atlanta have vention, coping skills, and lifestyle Atlantans Manage Substance Abuse), a habit-forming sleep support, and look expressed interest in hosting recovery changes associated with successful program of Jewish Family & Career at the 12-step recovery program groups. If you know of a peer support abstinence. It meets on Wednesdays, Services, will sponsor programs with through a Jewish lens. group looking for a place to meet or 6:00 p.m., at JF&CS, 4549 Chamblee the Atlanta Rabbinical Association, This fall, H.A.M.S.A. is offering a hold an event, contact HAMSA@jfcs- Dunwoody Road. Chabad of Cobb, Congregation Etz new program called Community of atlanta.org. • Recovery Yoga, which takes Chaim, the Meyer Balser NORC, and Concern, a partnership of parents, stu- Last fall, JF&CS sponsored its first place every Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at Temple Kehillat Chaim. The programs dents, schools, and other organiza- Sober Shabbat, with 16 guests attend- JF&CS’ Dunwoody office. This class will educate rabbis and youth workers tions, working together to keep youth ing. More than two dozen participated is open to anyone impacted by sub- about alcoholism and addiction, teach free from alcohol, tobacco, and other in the last one; in all, 85 individuals stance abuse. The cost per class is $5. have attended dinners. In April, the For information on these pro- program grew to include Passover. grams, contact Erica Katz at Through JF&CS’s holiday match-mak- [email protected] or 770-677- Yah Yah Productions ing initiative, recovering alcoholics 9318. and addicts and their loved ones were paired with homes or community JF&CS PARTNER WINS AWARD. Music for Hire... Seders where they felt supported in Hire Dynamics has received the 2013 their choice to abstain from alcohol. Corporate Award from the Music for Everyone! Plans are underway to “match-make” International Association of Jewish for the High Holidays as well. Vocational Services. This industry- Upcoming events and activities leading staffing and professional Joseph L. Jones III include: recruitment organization has partnered • the September 5 Sober Shabbat, with JF&CS since its job development 404-789-5741 which will have a special program led program began in 2009. The company by Rabbi Lou Feldstein to honor has helped connect JF&CS to other [email protected] Shabbat Tshuvah. On September 19, employers in the community and is a Rabbi Josh Heller will host a dinner in corporate sponsor for JF&CS’s Congregation B’nai Torah’s sukkah. Community of Caring event, which • the first Communitywide kicks off the organization’s Annual *RVSHO‡5 %‡&ODVVLFDO‡'DQFH‡/RXQJH‡)XQN Substance Abuse Awareness Shabbat. Campaign. July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 39

by many to be the heart and soul of the Greenfield Hebrew Academy, where she MISH MASH was employed for many years before her retirement.

By Erin O’Shinskey A LANDMARK CLASS. Reform Jewish Congregation Ner Tamid, of West Cobb, FDIF GALA. The Atlanta Chapter of the recently held its first confirmation service. Friends of the Israel Defense Forces raised Confirmands completing their second year more than $250,000 at its Annual Gala, of confirmation and being confirmed this which honored Norman Radow, May 7, at year are Josh Ehrlich, Alex Goldstein, Megan McMillan, and Jessica Ungar. the Georgia Aquarium. Prominent partici- Co-president Annie Kohut (right) Others in the class are Randi Epstein, pants included FIDF National Director and presents Vicky Shecter a certificate Kendra Lerman, and Alyssa McMillan. All CEO Maj. Gen. (Res.) Yitzhak (Jerry) of appreciation from Ketura. Gershon; FIDF Deputy National Director seven students participate in the service. The students’ primary confirmation teacher Col. (Ret.) Pinhas “Pinky” Zoaretz; Israel’s Former combat soldier and current SONIA’S PLAYGROUND. Construction this year was Mr. Reuven Milikovsky. Next Naval Attaché, Capt. Ronen Nimni; Gala FIDF IMPACT! scholarship recipient, recently began for new playgrounds at The year, the congregation will have two post Co-Chairs Ilene and Adrian Grant, Elaine Atlanta native Sarice Holley and her Temple’s Weinberg Early Learning Center. b’nai mitzvah offerings: one for the com- and Alan Tanenbaum, and Abe Schear; Host grandparents, Florence Richardson The WELC hosts a summer day camp, bined 8th and 9th grades and one for the Committee Chair Felicia Voloschin; and & William Staples Camp Minimac, which also uses the play- combined 10th-12th grades. Keynote Speaker, Head of the IDF ground facilities. Sonia’s Playground is Command and Staff College, Maj. Gen. PSALMS PROJECT. “Psalm 23: The named after the mother of Jay Schwartz, a Yoseph Baidatz. Valley,” the second of four winners of the fifth-generation Temple member, grandfa- “Psalms Project,” was unveiled recently by ther of current WELC students, and gener- G-dcast, a San Francisco-based nonprofit ous supporter of The Temple and WELC. focused on Jewish literacy. The Psalms Sonia’s Playground includes a state-of-the- Project spotlights up-and-coming artists art splash pad, as well as all new innovative and brings Jewish text to life through novel equipment such as climbers, swings, slides, storytelling and animation. The two-minute sandboxes, playhouses, basketball, trike short film features a song written and per- paths, and rubber and turf surfaces. formed by Bay Area-based musician and Donations for completion of the playground former Atlanta resident Ariel Root Wolpe, can be made at www.the-temple.org. 24. Wolpe’s song interprets Psalm 23, Rabbi Thomas Liebshutz with confir- which famously opens with “The Lord is mands Randi Epstein, Kendra Israelʼs Naval Attaché Capt. Ronen my shepherd; I shall not want.” Lerman, Megan McMillan, Josh Nimni, 2013 Atlanta Gala Honoree Ehrlich, Jessica Ungar, and Alyssa Norman Radow, a Lt. Col. in the McMillan. Not pictured: Alex Israeli Navy, Lindy Shallcross, Sgt. Goldstein Daniel Greenblum, FIDF National Director and CEO Maj. Gen. (Res.) THE REAL CLEOPATRA. On May 9, The Yitzhak (Jerry) Gershon (Photos: Ketura Group of Greater Atlanta Hadassah Edward Zeltser) and guests met at the home of Sheila and Michael Dalmat, where Vicky Alvear Shecter, author of Cleopatra’s Moon, dis- cussed life in the time of Cleopatra. WELC students watch the play- Contrary to the Hollywood image, ground construction Cleopatra was a highly intelligent, shrewd politician who raised armies and shaped Ariel Root Wolpe THE FIRST EAGLE SCOUT. On April 21, history. She admired Jews, spoke Hebrew, at Congregation Gesher L’Torah, 17-year- and counted many rabbis as friends and part FAREWELL COLLEEN. It was a bitter- old Joel Pollack became the first Eagle of her inner circle. Alexandrian Jews sweet afternoon recently when Colleen Scout from BSA Troop 1818, chartered in enjoyed rare freedom and independence Weston was honored by her many friends, 2008 by the during her rule. Cleopatra’s Moon is the colleagues, and Hadassah volunteers at a Marcus story of Cleopatra’s daughter, Cleopatra Maj. Gen. Yoseph Baidatz, head of farewell luncheon given by Greater Atlanta Jewish Selene, who became a queen in North the IDF Command and Staff College Hadassah. Colleen was celebrated for her Community Africa. many contributions to Hadassah and the Center of Atlanta community over the years and Atlanta. wished G-dspeed as she prepared to start a State new life adventure in California to be near Senator her son and family. Colleen was considered Emanuel D. Jones, Rabbi Hirshy Minkowicz, Pollack’s 1st-grade teacher Kelly Sgt. Daniel Greenblum, a Lt. Col. in Moras, Joel Pollack the Israeli Navy, Guest Speaker Eagle Scout Dorothy Scherr, program vice presi- Miriam Peretz, FIDF Atlanta Dallin Baker, and parents Chuck and dent (from left); Annie Kohut, co- Chairman Garry Sobel, Israelʼs Naval Alyson Pollack delivered speeches at the Colleen Weston (left) shares a president; Vicky Shecter, author; Attaché Capt. Ronen Nimni Court of Honor ceremony. Pollack’s Eagle moment at her farewell luncheon Ellen Frank, program vice president; Scout Service Project was the construction with close friend and Hadassah col- Sybil Ginsburg, co-president league Phyllis Cohen. See MISHMASH, page 42 Page 40 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013

mental disabilities, preschools, sports leagues, summer camps, and much more. Inspirational philanthropist Arthur MJCCA NEWS Blank is the owner and chairman of the Atlanta Falcons. He is also the co-founder of The Home Depot, the world’s largest LEGALLY BLONDE. Company J at the home improvement retailer, from which he Marcus Jewish Community Center of retired as co-chairman in 2001. Atlanta closes its 2012-13 season with its The 2013 HMC was chaired by Ron Teen Summer Stock production of Legally Brill and Howard Halpern. The Host Blonde, August 1-11. This production fea- Committee included Michael Coles, Dan tures two adorable rescue dogs, Jake and Gordon, Jim Grien, Lynne M. Halpern, Epic, in the roles of Bruiser and Rufus. First-Place Net Score: Chad Lenny Kapiloff, Josh Kamin, Mark College sweetheart and homecoming Burchfield, Adam Burnside, Shaun Lichtenstein, Harry Maziar, Bob Paller, queen Elle Woods has everything a Malibu Camay, and Ben Wilson Derek Smith, and Dick Sullivan. MJCCA girl could want—rich parents, pink shoes, a Development Chairs are Doug Kuniansky, purse dog—and she doesn’t like to take no Michael Dinerman, and Josh Rosenberg. for an answer. So when her boyfriend, The Top Winning Teams were: Chad Warner, dumps her for someone serious, Lucy Gross as Paulette (left) and Burchfield, Adam Burnside, Shaun Camay, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the Kaitlin Reynell as Elle Woods (pho- and Ben Wilson (1st place net score); Todd books, and heads for Harvard Law School. tos: Karen Rooker) Bomchel, Bert Rosenthal, Jason Smith, and The flamboyant character surprises many Dustin Walsey (2nd place net score); along the way and discovers a newfound Stephen McDonnold, Derek Smith, Tanner confidence, self-respect, and the triumph of Smith, and Ron Whited (3rd place net productive brainpower over revenge. Based score); and Gus Cawley, Casey Hudson, on the hit movie of the same name starring Bob Jacobson, and Jim Ziegelbauer (4th Reese Witherspoon, Legally Blonde is an place net score). Other winners were: Bert award-winning Broadway sensation. Rosenthal (putting contest), Tanner Smith Brian Kimmel, Company J’s producing (longest drive—male), and Emily White artistic director explains, “Legally Blonde (longest drive—female). doesn’t play it straight. It follows the Presenting Sponsors were The Arthur campy, tongue-in-cheek paradigm of M. Blank Family Foundation and PGA movies-turned-musical productions, like TOUR Superstore; The Ron and Lisa Brill Hairspray. It doesn’t take itself seriously. It Family Charitable Trust; FOBEs (Former just wants to have fun. Pink fun. I thought Orange Blooded Executives—The Home this would be the perfect, light production Depot, Inc.); Douglas J. Hertz Family for this year’s Teen Summer Stock, and I Kaitlin Reynell as Elle Woods (from Foundation; Elaine and Ken Langone; Billi think the audience will really enjoy the feel- left), Jake as Bruiser, Lucy Gross as and Bernie Marcus—The Marcus good simplicity of the show.” Paulette Foundation, and Barbara and Ed Mendel. Legally Blonde features Kaitlin Arthur Blank swings Reynell (Elle Woods), Jordan Rich (Emmett Forrest), Eric Rich (Professor Callahan), LAUREN WEISBERGER. On June 12, Thainara Carvalho (Vivienne), Jonathan Lauren Weisberger spoke at the MJCCA Ludwikowski (Warner Huntington III), about her new book Revenge Wears Prada. Lucy Gross (Paulette), Nicole Webb This Page From the Book Festival of the (Brooke), Kameron Porter MJCCA event was attended by several hun- (Chad/Padamadan), Carson Cerney dred people. (Kyle/Dewey), Caroline Steed (Margot), Weisberger is the New York Times best- Maital Gottfried (Enid), Marcellus selling author of The Devil Wears Prada, McQueen (Aaron/Nikos), Jillian Gerson which was published in forty languages and (Delta Nu/TV Reporter), Emma Bigler made into a major motion picture starring (Gaelen/DA Joyce Riley), Alyssa Rose Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. Her Arthur Blank, 2013 HMC Honoree, (Pilar), Halle Busby (Kate/Chutney), Brian three other novels, Everyone Worth and Harry Maziar (photos: Brandt (Elle’s Father/Winthrop), Katie Knowing, Last Night at Chateau Marmont, eagleshotz.com) Cathell (Serena), Shari Perkins (Elle’s and Chasing Harry Winston, were all New Mom/Leilani), and Sarah Lock (Dana/Delta York Times bestsellers. A graduate of Nu). Cornell University, she lives in New York Also starring are Jake, a two-year-old City with her husband and two children. Chihuahua/dachshund/terrier mix, as Kaitlin Reynell as Elle Woods and Bruiser, and Epic, a three-year-old border Jake as Bruiser collie, as Rufus. Jake was rescued from a high-kill shelter in 2011, hours before he HARRY MAZIAR CLASSIC. The MJCCA was set to be euthanized. Epic is a certified honored Arthur Blank at its Harry Maziar therapy dog who provides comfort to chil- Classic, an annual golf tournament, which dren who have been abused and neglected. took place May 20, at Hawks Ridge Golf Tickets for Legally Blonde are $10- Club. Mr. Blank was honored for his dedi- $20, with discounts for students, seniors, cation and leadership in shaping Atlanta’s groups, and MJCCA members. vibrant Jewish community. The MJCCA All productions will take place at the had set its goal for 2013 at $250,000, but Marcus Jewish Community Center of exceeded it by raising $310,000, which will Ron Brill and Howard Halpern, 2013 Atlanta’s Morris and Rae Frank Theatre, be used to support the MJCCA’s many vital Book Festival of the MJCCA Co- HMC co-chair 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. For more programs and scholarship funds. Proceeds Chair Wendy Beerman; Lauren information or to purchase tickets, call the from the HMC enhance vital programs and Weisberger; Book Festival of the Company J Box Office at 678-812-4002, or services, such as Alzheimer’s daycare serv- MJCCA Co-Chair Marci Bass (pho- visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice. ices, programming for people with develop- tos: Heidi Morton) July-August 2013 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN Page 41

as 1906, having originally emigrated from Spain to the Ottoman Empire—namely, the Island of Rhodes, Izmir (Smyrna), Salonika, and Constantinople. Being tradi- tionalists by nature, they retained their Spanish Jewish heritage and customs, spoke and wrote Ladino (Judezmo), and continued to sing the romantic folk ballads that traced their origin over a period of 500 years to their mother country, Spain. Pink rice, or Sephardic rice, is a traditional food Jezebel Editor Kelsey Bjelland and for many in this community. Made pink by Lauren Weisberger tomatoes, tomato sauce, and other ingredi- ents, the rice is simmered until it is crisp and golden at the bottom of the pan. It is generally scraped and served on the side. Called ehkaka, it is considered a delicacy. The Katz Family Mainstreet Gallery is located at the MJCCA, 5342 Tilly Mill ATLANTA BALALAIKA SOCIETY ORCHESTRA. On June 2, the Atlanta Road, Dunwoody. Hour are Monday- Balalaika Society Orchestra performed at the MJCCA. In addition to Thursday, 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.; Friday, American-born musicians, the 30-member orchestra includes members 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Saturdays 8:00 born in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Latvia, and Sweden. The a.m.–6:00 p.m.; and Sundays, 8:00 a.m.– stringed instruments used by the orchestra include domras, balalaikas, 8:00 p.m. Admission is free. and percussion that were hand-carried from Russia. The orchestra, found- For more information, contact Kim ed in 1981, is the premier Russian folk orchestra in the Southeast and one Goodfriend, MJCCA Arts & Culture direc- of the oldest in North America. The make-up of todayʼs Atlanta Balalaika tor, 678-812-4071 or Society reflects the cultural richness of Atlantaʼs vibrant international community. Several hundred people heard [email protected], or visit Lauren speak and patiently waited to www.atlantajcc.org. get their books signed. Center for Israel Education. Todd M. Stein heads the Government PINK RICE. Through September 30, the Affairs/Public Policy practice at Kitchens MJCCA is presenting a unique exhibition in New Cleghorn, LLC and is a lecturer at the its Katz Family Mainstreet Gallery entitled Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, “Pink Rice: Recollections of Atlanta’s at Georgia Tech, where he teaches “The Spanish Jewish Community.” This exhibi- Politics of National Security.” tion features 15 oil-on-canvas paintings by Betty Franco Handmacher and includes SUNSHINE SCHOOL RECEIVES PRES- abstracts as well as depictions of celebra- TIGIOUS RECOGNITIONS. The tions and life-cycle events and family por- MJCCA’s award-winning East Cobb pre- traits. school, the Sunshine School, recently Handmacher explains, “My work received recognition from the National relates to my ethnic background, a small Association for the Education of Young community in Atlanta. I feel that it has uni- Betty Franco Handmacher, Children, for completing its rigorous re- versal appeal: the assimilation of a culture Celebration, oil on canvas (photos accreditation process, and Bright From the On June 9, Arts & Culture at the into the larger American culture. Some of courtesy of the artist) Start, which deemed the school “Quality MJCCA welcomed The Ukulele the work expresses the celebratory aspects Rated,” for participation in its early child- Orchestra of Great Brooklyn, as they of our community. The abstract canvases hood quality improvement program. The presented the Southeastern pre- express the feeling of disintegration, of an Sunshine School was also selected as a miere of “Missionary in Manhattan,” old culture slowly disappearing.” model program to film lessons showing a hilarious new musical about three Betty Franco Handmacher’s work examples of implementing the GELDS polygamist pop stars on the hunt for reflects both the charm of a native Atlantan (Georgia Early Learning Development their husband in HOTlanta. and the remarkable Sephardic Jewish com- Standards). munity of which she is a part. She was born The Sunshine School, one of the IMPLICATIONS OF THE BOSTON in what is now called the Midtown area of MJCCA’s two preschools, is located at BOMBING. On June 3, 2013, the MJCCA then small-town Atlanta. She played in Temple Kol Emeth, in Marietta. It has more presented “Middle Eastern Politics at Our Piedmont Park and walked to her family’s than 60 years of expertise in early child- Doorstep: The Implications of the Boston store, the Roxy Delicatessen, at 10th Street hood learning and a nationally acclaimed, Bombing,” presentations and a discussion and Peachtree. Her father, the late Jack pluralistic, Jewish values curriculum, “An with Todd Stein and Dr. Ken Stein. David Franco, was among the first Ethical Start.” The Sunshine School teach- Successful terrorist attacks inside the Sephardic families to settle in Atlanta, by ers are highly trained, loving, and experi- United States over the last decade illustrate way of the Island of Rhodes, then enced professionals who guide children how local and regional politics in the Montgomery, Alabama. Her mother, the ages 6 weeks-5 years through their excep- Middle East increasingly threaten the safe- late Catherine Benbenisty Franco, was also tional program. Limited spaces for full- and ty of the American people here at home. from the Island of Rhodes. Handmacher half-day preschool camp and traditional This program also looked at how that grow- holds degrees in both fine arts and visual preschool programs are available for ing insecurity and the present changes in arts from Georgia State University. She has infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. regional politics have and will impact the participated in many solo and group exhibi- Betty Franco Handmacher, The formation of American foreign policy tions, and her work can be found in several Scribe, oil on canvas toward the region now and in the years private collections. ahead. Sephardic is a general term referring to Dr. Ken Stein is professor of the descendants of Jewish settlers who Contemporary Middle Eastern History and lived in the Iberian Peninsula until the Political Science and Israel Studies, Emory Spanish Inquisition. The current contingent University, and founder/president of the of Spanish Jews arrived in Atlanta as early Page 42 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN July-August 2013

on-site training at Emory Midtown and MishMash Budd Terrace, to help prepare volunteers for their role. Weekly or semimonthly visits Share my fantasy, y’all From page 39 are preferred. For more information, e-mail [email protected]. of a boardwalk at Dolvin Elementary n’t do that, either, because I was too sickly School; the Johns Creek High School junior and frail for the rigors of dancing. (I was VISITING ISRAEL. A delegation of U.S. started Scouts in 2002, as a founding mem- also very skinny and homely, with no per- university presidents and chancellors, ber of Cub Scout Pack 1818. sonality…but that’s another story, for including Kennesaw State University BY Balfoura Friend another day.) President Dr. Daniel Papp, visited Israel SUPPORTING OUR TROOPS. For his bar Next comes family. My three children June 30-July 6, to investigate opportunities Levine mitzvah could pay all their bills and have enough to for bilateral academic partnerships and col- project, fulfill their own fantasies with my gifts to laboration through an educational seminar Michael them. My three grandchildren would bene- conducted by Project Interchange, an insti- Some weeks ago, the Powerball lottery Morgan, a fit accordingly. tute of American Jewish Committee. The winner took home “only” $360 million or rising 8th- For myself—now that’s a small prob- delegation visited Tel Aviv University, the so of the $600 million prize. Nice chunka grader at lem. I just gave up driving, so I don’t need Technion, and the Hebrew University of change, y’all. River Trail or want a new car. Jewelry doesn’t interest Jerusalem; discussed topics including the So I dreamed up my own fantasy of Middle me. I’m perfectly happy and satisfied in my key fields of neuroscience, environmental winning the jackpot, say a modest 100 mill. School, little “nest,” a studio apartment at The sustainability, biotech, diversity, and Now here’s the deal. I’m happy to pay reached out Renaissance. Well, maybe I would scale up women’s leadership; and learned about taxes on the prize. America’s been mighty to a soldier to a one-bedroom apartment and perhaps research initiatives and innovation at Israeli good to me, so I’d settle to take home about through treat myself to a new queen bed with new universities and the academia-to-industry $60 million. HeroBox. appointments. Maybe a few new schmattas, technology transfer that contributes to The first million goes to the University Michael was to replace the old threads I keep dragging Israel’s reputation as a “start-up nation.” Of Georgia, my alma mater, where I spent assigned Sgt. out of my closet each day. I know it all three wonderfully happy years in the Grady Gerald sounds pretty boring, but at 88, I’ve pretty PICKING VEGETABLES FOR NEEDY School of Journalism, got an ABJ degree, Hoskins, a much done that and been there, so cruises Michael Morgan FAMILIES. During their trip to Israel, and learned all about America in the bar- Blackhawk and trips no longer beckon to me, either. Taglit Atlanta helped Leket Israel—The gain. mechanic Some of my favorite organizations, National Food Bank pick vegetables for the The second million goes to the Emory from Idaho deployed to Afghanistan, and many of which I’m a life member—like needy. The group gleaned 3,000 lbs. of School of Medicine. I’ve been in the Emory sent him care packages through HeroBox Hadassah, ORT, B’nai B’rith, NCJW, the radishes to help feed 600 Israeli families in Healthcare System for many years now, and for six months. Hoskins was overwhelmed American Red Cross, and the American need. To volunteer, contact they’ve taken excellent care of me. Some by Michael’s project, and he even Cancer Society, as well as our very own [email protected]. medical students at the school need finan- researched Judaism online to better under- MJCCA (where I’ve spent many happy cial assistance, and our country needs more stand what bar mitzvah means. Michael’s hours)—will also benefit from my largesse. good doctors. One million should provide a bar mitzvah was in March, at Temple Dor The remaining millions will be used bunch of scholarships there. Tamid, in Johns Creek. He is the son of for help if I need it when I’m older, dis- Next comes a hefty gift to my syna- Marci and Richard Morgan and the brother abled, or whatever. Right now, I live inde- gogue, the Ahavath Achim Congregation, of Jack Morgan. pendently, do my own laundry, make up my where my father, Jacob L. Friend, of bed each day, and take care of my personal blessed memory, was the Ba’al Koreh and BIKOR CHOLIM. Jewish volunteers are needs. I can’t imagine having someone Torah reader. I’ve been a longtime member needed for the very special mitzvah of vis- underfoot to do all those things for me. of this schul; in fact, Rabbi Harry Epstein iting the sick. Spend time with Jewish As you read this piece, think about married Nate Levine and me in our lovely patients as they rest and recover from sur- what you’d do with a prize fortune. You chapel, back in 1984. gery or illness. Jewish Family & Career might be surprised, if you’re a retiree, just Taglit Atlanta The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Services’ community chaplain will provide how little you really need or want. Atlanta Ballet have brought so much joy Oh, and by the way, be sure and buy a and beauty to my life that they certainly lottery ticket—at least you’ll have that one- deserve a big gift from me. We were too in-a-170-million chance to win the biggie! poor to afford music lessons when I was a Someone, please also remind me to do the child growing up in Shanghai, China, and same! although I wanted to be a ballerina, I could- In the meantime...God Bless America.

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