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October 2019 Tishrei/Cheshvan 5780 Volume XIX Number 2 FREE Hebrew Day School to INfuse Israel education into its curriculum Jennifer Rosenberg, special to the WJN ebrew Day School of Ann Arbor er, Milka Eliav, is the lead in both face-to-face and virtual contexts al- was accepted, along with eight learner in this program and lows us to explore, expand, and refine our H other day schools from across was accompanied by Head of thinking,” she says. North America, to the third cohort of IN- School, Jennifer Rosenberg, Head of School, Jennifer Rosenberg, sees fuse: Israel in Jewish Day Schools. INfuse is to the initial convening in this as a wonderful opportunity for Hebrew an initiative conceived and run by the iCen- Chicago in August. As a re- Day School. “I am thrilled that HDS has been ter, a national, Israel-education organization cent graduate of the Legacy accepted into the program and I look for- that focuses on supporting day schools in Heritage Teacher Leadership ward to a focused year of defining, designing, designing and implementing a thoughtful, program at Brandeis Univer- and implementing our vision. I am especially coherent, integrated, and developmentally sity, Milka is well prepared to pleased that this program recognizes that appropriate approach to Israel education. It learn and lead HDS through teaching about Israel to young children can supports educators not only with tools and this experience. “We are the be a complex endeavor that raises all kinds resources, but with a platform for engaging gateway to our students’ of challenges and opportunities.” each other and content experts as they seek Hebrew Day School Israel education learning about Israel. I want The AVI CHAI foundation conducted the to help their students develop a meaningful, this process is for schools to map out what to help them feel Israel in an innovative and Hearts and Minds research study in 2016, long-term relationship with Israel. The ini- is currently happening in Israel education experiential way, which can be hard to do which looked at Israel education in day tiative is funded in part by the generous sup- throughout the school and to explore ways, when it feels like a far-away, complicated schools. It showed that schools are most suc- port of the AVI CHAI Foundation. such as articulating meaningful learner out- place. As a teacher, I am excited to gather cessful when they have a clearly articulated “INfuse offers a framework for students, comes, weaving Israel into additional aspects new tools and perspectives on ways to help vision and are able to integrate Israel educa- educators, and the greater school commu- of school life, and creating opportunities for Israel come alive for our students.” Milka is tion into different aspects of the established nity to build personal, enduring connections all faculty to engage with and learn about particularly inspired by the opportunity to curriculum. “The focus on integrating Israel to Israel and Israelis,” says Dr. Lesley Litman, Israel, to deepen the children’s personal con- work with other day school educators and into all subject areas is particularly exciting,” a consultant with the iCenter. “These con- nection to and deep knowledge of Israel.” experts. “The opportunity to establish a co- says Rosenberg. “This holistic approach to nections can be built in so many different HDS Hebrew and Judaic studies teach- hort of day school educators from across the Israel education is exactly in line with our settings and experiences. An initial step in country and engage with experts in the field educational philosophy at HDS.” n Mega rises again! Hillel Café Introduces Chef Jonathan Shepard Martha Thomas, special to the WJN Stacy Carroll, special to the WJN fter a resounding success in 2017, more. “It was a warm and haimish, event hef Jonathan Shepard has joined “We are so excited that Chef Jonathan Mega Challah is returning for with a lot of wonderful spirit and camarade- The Hillel Café at Michigan Hillel chose to relocate to Ann Arbor from his A a second time to Ann Arbor on rie,” stated Eileen Freed, Executive Director C as its new Head Chef. He and sous home in the Bay Area,” said Tilly Shames, Wednesday, November 6 at Palmer Com- of Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor. chef, Cedric Smith, will be leading the Café’s Executive Director. “His braised and mons on the U of M campus. Mega Challah “There were women from across ages and the full dinner program, catering, and special roasted chicken have already received rave events began in Israel and are now sweeping community which was very powerful.” Two events. Under reviews from our students. Dinner paused hundred women came together and learned the supervi- last Friday night so that students could ap- how to make challah, while listening to mu- sion of plaud our new chefs! We encourage every- sic, eating delicious food and catching up Jared Anstan- one to stop in to the Hillel Café for dinners with new and old friends. Elaine Margolis dig, of Ann during the week to warmly welcome him attended the first Mega Challah event and Arbor Ortho- into our community and enjoy one of his raved: “It was a very meaningful and fun dox Minyan, delicious entrées.” event! I was there with my daughter and the Hillel Café Jonathan shared, “I have loved cooking two aunts and felt the warmth and special- remains the since I was a child, spending time with my ness of our community.” leading pro- parents making holiday meals and learn- This year’s event promises to be bigger vider of kosher ing basic culinary skills.” While attending and better than ever. As before, all women meals for the culinary school at American River College, in the Jewish community over the age of 13 entire student Jonathan further pursued his desire to be- Mira Sussman, Lonnie Sussman, Simi Cutler are invited. Rochie Pinson, Challah Maven come a chef. He has devoted much of his Chef Jonathan Shepard community of the U.S. and the world. The first Ann Arbor extraordinaire and author of Rising: The Book the University time to figuring out the culinary styles he Mega Challah event was a sold out success of Challah will be guiding the event from start of Michigan and community members of enjoys most and ways in which to express and left Ann Arbor women clamoring for continued on page 13 Washtenaw County. continued on page 13 IFrom the Editor

hana tova! The end of the summer was challenging for me, but a few days of clear blue skies have brightened my outlook. In the words of a new music video “A song for the New SYear sung by communities around the world #5780” (check it out on Youtube), it’s time 2935 Birch Hollow Drive for review, repair, renewal, time to redirect and reset. Please accept my apologies for mistakes and Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108 hurts I have caused over the past year. There’s too much in this issue for me to say anymore. Enjoy. voice: 734/395-4438 e-mail: ckinbergeditor@washtenawjewishnews Letter to the Editor www.washtenawjewishnews.org s one of the three founders of the “militarization”? Do we call Airport Security Washtenaw Jewish News, long ago, I “militarization”? Do we call Michigan stadium Editor and Publisher Clare Kinberg Astill read it, and enjoy most of it. How- security checks before every game “militariza- ever, seeing (September 2019 issue) the “Opin- tion”? What is wrong if, similarly, guards will Advertising Manager ion: Preventing Militarization of Jewish Spaces” make sure that no bombs or guns are brought Gordon White I was flabbergasted. Here we deal with a secu- into our synagogues? Let’s not bury our heads rity issue, a life and death issue. Should we en- in the sand! Design and Layout danger lives because of slogans, or feelings, like Raoul Kopelman 08/31/2019 Dennis Platte Staff Writers More thoughts on security Lonnie Sussman by Eileen Freed, Executive Director, and Stephen Aronson, President, Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor Contributing Writers n their opinion piece in the Septem- To that end, the Federation, with the par- Rabbi Daniel Alter, Rabbi Jared Anstandig, ber 2019 WJN, the authors thoughtfully ticipation of the organizations on the CSC, has Stacy Carroll, Rachael Dawson-Baglien, Shi- raised important questions about how to started a Community Security Campaign to fra Epstein, Eileen Freed, Sharyn J. Gallatin, I Eeta Gershow, Roberta Hirschon, Lucinda best provide both welcoming and secure Jew- raise funds to address communal security and ish communal institutions. These very issues preparedness concerns. The funds will be used Kurtz, Rabbi Aharon Goldstein, Kelsey Robi- nette Keeves, Rabbi Ora Nitkin-Kaner, Jenni- have been and are being addressed by our lo- initially to engage SCN in a community-wide fer Rosenberg, Jacob Singer, Martha Thomas, cal Jewish congregations and organizations, as threat assessment to identify strengths and Jessica Weil well as by the Community Security Commit- weaknesses of individual organizations and to tee (CSC). Even before the horrific shootings help us develop and refine both organizational The Washtenaw Jewish News is published in Pittsburgh and Poway, our organizations and community-wide security and communi- monthly, with the exception of January and had been investing in security infrastructure, cation protocols. July. Opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect those of its editors and community leaders had begun discussions The CSC identified training as another cru- or staff around cross-communal cooperation and cial priority. As the authors point out, there are communication in the event of an incident. a range of ways in which people can participate ©2019 by the Washtenaw Jewish News. Clearly, the events of last year were a signifi- in ensuring a welcoming and secure commu- All rights reserved. No portion of the Washtenaw cant wake up call, and the Community Secu- nity, and training can engage many more peo- Jewish News may be r­eproduced without permission of the publisher. rity Committee, comprised of leadership from ple in that effort. Specifically, funds will be used local organizations as well as content experts, for situational awareness training, specialized Signed letters to the editor are welcome; they should not exceed 400 words. Letters can be emailed to the was formed to address community-wide secu- training for greeters and ushers to be both wel- editor. Name will be withheld at the discretion of the rity concerns and preparedness. We have been coming and helpful in avoiding potential con- editor. receiving advice and support from the Secure frontations, active threat training and drills to Community Network (SCN), the national se- help staff and community members feel more Circulation: 4,000 Subscriptions: curity arm of the Jewish Federations of North confident in responding to situations, and Free inside Washtenaw cCounty America and the Conference of Presidents of emergency trauma care. Security campaign $18 outside of Washtenaw County Major Jewish Organizations. funds will also be used to ensure each facility There is no question that creating inclusive has fully stocked trauma kits. The deadline for the November and welcoming communities is part and parcel Each of our organizations and the CSC Washtenaw Jewish News. of making a secure and safe community for all, have received and continue to welcome input is Tusday, October 8, 2019 and has been and continues to be central to the from people with a range of views on what Publication date: October 31 conversations. It’s also clear that there is no one actions will make our communities most wel- solution that fits each and every organization coming and safe. In the coming months, we or person. Michael Masters, Executive Direc- will create more opportunities for conversa- Extra copies of the Washtenaw Jewish News tor of SCN, emphasized this very point in his tion on this issue. Community members can are available at locations throughout Washtenaw County. remarks at the Federation Annual Meeting in be assured that the people engaged in the work June. He encouraged us to evaluate threats and of communal safety have, and will continue to, risks and develop protocols that fit our cultures proactively address these issues intentionally as individual facilities and as a community. and seriously. n Correction Correction to September issue of WJN. The ’ Corner dvar that was attributed to Rav Nadav Caine was actually written by Rav Jared Anstandig. IIn this issue… Advertisers ...... 27 Book Notes...... 20 Calendar...... 22,23 Congregations ...... 18,19 Federation...... 10,14, 15 Kosher Cuisine ...... 25 Obituaries...... 27 Rabbis' Corner...... 8 Vitals...... 27 Yom Kippur Schedules...... 23

2 Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 ICommunity THE ASSURANCE OF Pardes Hannah Ann Arbor’s Jewish BUYING OR SELLING Renewal community: Here we are WITH THE BEST Lucinda Kurtz, special to the WJN ardes Hannah, the Jewish Renewal Com- ence Practitioner, is a former professor of Wom- OUTCOME munity of Ann Arbor, is offering a wide en’s Studies and teaches Kabbalah classes in Ann Prange of learning, chanting, ritual, and Arbor and nationally. She graduated from Rabbi davening opportunities this year, not only by their Nadya’s Gross’s Wisdom School with a commit- rabbi, Elliot Ginsburg, but also by the many active ment to continue the feminine transmission of members who are deeply engaged in learning and Kabbalah in her monthly Rosh Chodesh Circles, training through the ALEPH (Alliance for Jewish Kabbalah classes, Omer journeys, and bi-annual Renewal) educational programs on the national retreats. She believes Kabbalah and spiritual prac- level. As Associate Professor of Jewish Thought tice can be paths to self-awareness and transfor- and Mysticism at the University of Michigan and mation and integrates this understanding into teacher in the Aleph Ordination Program, Reb her active energy healing practice. She and her Elliot has inspired many members of the Pardes husband, Dr. Oran Hesterman, have been cer- Hannah community to explore the spiritual roots tified “Vatikim,” “Sage-ing Mentors” through of in a variety of ways. Over the years, The Sage-ing Legacy Program. They teach the Pardes Hannah has hosted and inspired a vari- groundbreaking spiritual eldering work initiated ety of learning opportunities such as the one just by the founder of Jewish Renewal, Rabbi Zalman

Gabrielle Pescador Elliot Ginsburg Lucinda Kurtz Linda Leah Greene starting this year on the Zohar, the foundational Schachter-Shalomi in Ann Arbor, at national work in the literature of Jewish mystical thought. Jewish Renewal gatherings, and in on-line classes. Jewish Renewal emphasizes the creation of an Another way Pardes Hannah invites active ongoing fundamental connection with God and participation is by asking members to select a explores a variety of ways to create an accessible theme to guide the community through the High spiritual experience in its approach to revitaliz- Holidays. Community members reflect on this ing Judaism. Members of Pardes Hannah bring theme, and at various points during the services, into the Ann Arbor community a variety of of- share some way its key concepts have resonated ferings that help deepen the individual’s spiritual in their lives. It is one of the ways that the com- LET US TAKE THE HASSLE experience. These include exploring contempla- munity members support each other as they look tive practices, davenology, spiritual direction, at the year past, while opening up new personal OUT OF REAL ESTATE chant and embodied prayer, rosh chodesh rituals, and communal “heart-space” for the year that is meditation, and Sage-ing tools that help recon- emerging. Reb Elliot’s commitment to combine ceptualize the aging journey. Through each offer- intellectual engagement with a devotional stance Our vast knowledge and up to the minute informa- ing, there is a common commitment to develop helps set the tone for deeply engaging conversa- a spirituality through which Judaism can trans- tions and reflections that spark the heart and tion will provide you with a seamless moving expe- form itself in the service of tikkun olam—the mind of the community. healing and balancing of this planet. This year the theme is “Being Present.” Reb rience. You can count on our expertise to guide you Pardes Hannah has a wide range of offerings Elliot elaborates on the theme in this way: “Be- through every detail. We are proud to be the most from active members. For example, Linda Leah ing present can refer to Awakening, when we see Greene is a graduate of Kol Zimrah, Rabbi Shefa or hear more clearly or vividly, when we see with trusted resource in the Ann Arbor area for almost Gold’s Chant Leadership Training and has been new eyes. Another sense of being present, nokhah, leading monthly Chant Circles since 2012. She is when we respond to the existential question, the 2 decades. Call for unbeatable confidence in the is an Aleph: Jewish Renewal Certified Mashpiah first question posed in Genesis, “Ayeka,” Where success of your next move. (Spiritual Counselor). As a graduate of Rabbi are you? It is the ability to acknowledge where Nadya Gross’s Wisdom School she uses the riches we truly stand right now and respond from that of the Kabbalistic Tree of life in her work. She place. Hineni, here I am, I not hiding. teaches and leads Jewish Meditation at Temple Another layer of being present is to “say” Le- , CRS, GRI, ABR Beth Emeth. Linda Leah periodically leads Chant fanekha: to be aware of what/whom is right “be- ALEX MILSHTEYN Shabbat Services for Pardes Hannah and Kabba- fore you. It is born from stopping the incessant lat Shabbat Services at Temple Beth Emeth. She rush forward to slowly encounter and deeply Associate Broker has a private spiritual and energy healing practice. acknowledge the natural world. Finally, Being (734) 417-3560 Gabrielle Pescador is a rabbinic student in the Present broaches the key question, being present Aleph Ordination Program for Jewish Renewal. to what or whom? Being “present-to” is a kind of [email protected] She leads meditation services at Pardes Hannah Bearing Witness, as we ask: What is the need of as well as offering on-line Rosh Chodesh morn- the hour? And, how do we use these moments www.alexmi.com ing services once a month. Before entering rab- of “being present” for good and not for harm, binic studies, she spent several years working on for tikkun ha-lev ve-tikkun ha-olam, for healing 2723 S. State St., Suite 130 community projects that integrate art, education hearts and healing the world.” and social justice, including making documen- More information about High Holiday ser- Ann Arbor, MI 48104 tary films on incarcerated youth and LGBTQ vices, Shabbat services, Kabbalat Shabbat times, concerns and creating public art events focused monthly Rosh Chodesh Circles, Chant Circles, An exclusive affiliate of on victims of harsh U.S. immigration policies. Study Groups, Meditation Services, Kabbalah Coldwell Banker Previews Gabrielle is a certified instructor of Chi Kung and classes and other offerings can be found on the International a serious practitioner of Tai Chi and vibrational Pardes Hannah website: www.pardeshannah.org approaches to the healing arts. or by calling Renee Robbins at 734-761-5324. n Lucinda Kurtz, M.A., a Brennan Healing Sci-

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Ahead of the Curve Innovations in Aging Special to the WJN by Rachael Dawson-Baglien Jacob Singer, special to the WJN urrently in the United States, 1 in 11 County and interviews with local agencies that ouise Aronson, author of the 2019 tems, companies, and leaders revolutionizing persons are age 65 and older – by service seniors. In addition to the other web Times bestselling book the approach to the most universal issue in C 2050 that number will increase to 1 in tools, a five-part caregiving training will be in- L Elderhood, will keynote the one day health. Representatives from industry, aca- 6. With this exponential growth comes an in- troduced in early 2020 that includes methods symposium “Innovations in Ageing,” orga- demia, health systems, and the social service creased need for caregivers. Ahead of the Curve to identify and report elder abuse. nized by Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw sector will come together to listen to keynote is an innovative new web-based program by Ahead of the Curve is a program of Catho- County in partnership with the University of speaker Aronson, before choosing to attend Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw that lic Social Services of Washtenaw County and Michigan School of Social Work and the Uni- four of the twelve breakout sessions offered, aims to make Washtenaw County a caregiver- it is open to all persons in Washtenaw County. versity of Michigan Geriatrics Center. This based on one’s area(s) of interest. Finally, the friendly community. The goal is to help tra- Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, special symposium is scheduled for Thurs- symposium will close with a panel from the ditional caregivers and community members a leader in providing services to older adults day, November 7. The program will take place University of Michigan’s National Poll on identify at-risk, isolated older adults and link for the past 25 years, strives to help people live at the Horace Rackham School of Graduate Healthy Aging. them to existing community resources before safe, meaningful and independent lives with a and will begin at 8:30 a.m., with registration For a fee, transportation for the event is a crisis occurs. focus on stewardship, acceptance, dignity and beginning at 7:30 a.m. The cost of attendance available. CEUs are available pending the This initiative is unique in that it engages caring for the disadvantaged. is $100 and will include breakfast, lunch, a application. To register for Innovations in everyone. Whether you care for older adults, Rachael Dawson-Baglien, Ahead of the post-event reception, and six different infor- Aging please visit https://jfsannarbor.org/ know an older adult or see them in your com- Curve Project Coordinator, will visit the JCC mative and educational sessions. innovations/. Contact Jacob Singer via email munity, Ahead of the Curve connects persons in Ann Arbor on Thursday, January 16 at 12 to This intensive day of learning has been [email protected] or phone 734-769- who care for or know seniors with resources to discuss the new program in depth and lead at- designed to encourage participants to en- 0209 Ext. 363 with any questions you may help them. Older adults can also take a hands- tendees through the on-line caregiver training. gage with transformative innovations, sys- have about the event. n on, proactive approach by completing the Ahead of the Curve is generously support- online self-assessment that selects resources ed by the Michigan Health Endowment Fund specific to their responses. The Ahead of the (Healthy Aging).The Michigan Health Endow- In home caregivers! Programs for you! Curve program is open to individuals who ment Fund works to improve the health and Roberta Hirschon, special to the WJN live, work, or care for someone in Washtenaw wellness of Michigan residents and reduce ARES -- Caregiver, Assessment, Edu- program delivers professional no-cost to client County. the cost of healthcare, with a special focus on cation and Support-- a program of respite services for up to 24 hours in a 90-day Ahead of the Curve consists of a searchable children and seniors. Find more information Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw period for Washtenaw County residents caring online Senior Resource Directory website list- about the Health Fund at mihealthfund.org. n C County, is pleased to announce a new educa- for someone 60+. Through the respite program, ing over 300 county-wide resources for older For more information about this program, con- tional offering coming this fall. Caring for You JFS’ CARES subsidizes the cost of high quality adults, an online quiz to help older residents tact Rachael Dawson-Baglien at (734) 971-9781 Caring for Me, an evidence-based program, companion care and skilled care for care re- and their caregivers get connected with the re- or [email protected]. aims to improve caregiver wellness by provid- cipients. While services are paid for by CARES, sources, and a blog that covers a range of top- ing information, learning ways to cope with the they are provided by Homewatch CareGivers, a ics by interesting older adults in Washtenaw stresses and strains of caregiving and supporting home health provider, expert at what they do. each other on the caregiving journey. This pro- Respite services allow caregivers the chance to gram is open to family caregivers in Washtenaw care for themselves for a few hours, knowing Gene Sperling at FLI for ribbon cutting County who are caring for someone 60+, as well that their loved one is in good hands. Special to the WJN as professional caregivers. In-home respite ser- Caregiver Conversations is another critical vices are available for program attendees. The component of CARES. Caregiver Conversa- ene Sperling, Ann Arbor native and zation providing free tutoring to elementary program will take place on Mondays from 4-6 tions is an open and ongoing support group, former economic advisor to Presi- school children in Washtenaw County com- p.m., beginning on October 28 and will run for which offers information sharing, guidance and dents Clinton and Obama, joins munities. Following Sperling’s vision, for 19 G 5 weeks. (There is no meeting on November fellowship to attendees. This monthly group with Doris Sperling Friends and Family, the of those 20 years all tutoring took place at the 25). Sessions will be held at the United Way of meets on a specified Tuesday from 3-4:30 p.m. Community Foundation for Southeast Michi- South Industrial site. For the 2018-19 year, FLI Ann Arbor, 2305 Platt Road. There is no cost to at 5 different faith based community locations gan, and the Family Learning Institute (FLI) partnered with the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti attend. Those interested in learning more can in Washtenaw County. All are welcome to at- school systems to offer its after-school services email the group facilitator, Roberta Hirschon at tend, share and support one another in this safe at several local elementary schools. While the [email protected]. and welcoming environment. Caregiver Con- off-site program has proved successful, the JFS’s CARES program, seed-funded by a sultations, a specialized counseling program for generosity of the Sperling Friends and Family grant from Michigan Medicine’s Community caregivers, is open to any caregiver (caring for now enables FLI to return to its original loca- Health Services, has been operational for a year someone 60+) who needs a more individual- tion. This newly reopened and refurbished site and has already served scores of local caregivers. ized approach to their specific issues. is the Sperling family’s tribute to their mother, Clients are assessed for service needs by CARES The CARES team looks forward to meeting aimed at keeping alive both her vision and her team members who can assist caregivers in and supporting you, the caregiver. Please call commitment to the underserved children in navigating the myriad of resources available JFS at 734-769-0209 if you have any questions the community. at JFS, and in the community. CARES’ respite or wish to access services. CARES can help! n The mission of the Family Learning Insti- Gene Sperling tute is to close the achievement gap in Washt- to celebrate the opening of the Doris H. Sper- enaw County. FLI currently provides free ling Learning Center. Continuing a 20-year tutoring in the areas of reading and writing for AAOM Program to Enrich Family Life tradition, the Center will offer free tutoring students in grades 2-5 who are from economi- Rabbi Jared Anstandig, special to the WJN to eligible elementary children in Washtenaw cally disadvantaged families and are struggling County. The ribbon cutting will take place on in school. The need for such services is over- he Ann Arbor Orthodox Minyan is rector of the JCC’s Early Childhood Center. Friday October 4, 2019, 4:30-6 p.m. Sperling is whelming. According to recent data, almost excited to launch a new monthly se- Peretz shared his excitement in partnering ries, “Foundations of Jewish Family with the program: “So many parents are hun- the author of the forthcoming book, Economic three times as many students from low-income T Living,” beginning October 27 at 10 a.m at gry for this kind of opportunity to learn from Dignity, which argues that economic dignity— families read below grade level compared to not GDP or other economic metrics—should their non-economically challenged peers. Spe- the JCC. Partnering with Florence Melton both experts and their fellow parents. I am be the end goal and North Star for economic cifically, 57% of Ypsilanti third graders are not School of Jewish Learning and PJ Library, also very honored to be the first guest speaker, policy and how that frame would impact our proficient in reading/writing; in Ann Arbor, the series will study some of the founda- and can’t wait to share just how much of an current economic policy debates. The Doris 31% of third graders are not proficient. FLI tions of Jewish belief and values related to impostor I felt like when I was a new parent!” H. Sperling Learning Center is re-opening at offers these children one-to-one tutoring by family life, with the goal of bringing these The course will meet once a month in its original location, 1954 South Industrial trained community volunteers, who work with ideas into our homes. Through the partner- the JCC, beginning on October 27. The cost Road, Ann Arbor. This is possible because of a child one hour each week for the entire school ship with PJ Library, the classes will couple for the entire 8 class course is $50 per family gifts from the Doris Sperling Friends and Fam- year to help them reach grade-level proficien- the learning with children’s books to help us unit. Alternatively, families can sign up for ily along with the Community Foundation for cy. Thanks to the commitment of the Sperling inculcate Jewish values into children’s lives. only the first three sessions for $25. There Southeast Michigan. family, FLI will continue its work, both off-site The series will continue from October to will be subsidized babysitting for each ses- The Family Learning Institute, co-founded at various local elementary schools and com- May, and will host several leaders in the Ann sion at $5/child. If you have any questions 20 years ago by Ann Arbor educator and social munity centers and at the Doris H. Sperling Arbor Jewish community. The December or are interested in enrolling, please contact n activist Doris Sperling, is a non-profit organi- Learning Center. n session will feature Peretz Hirshbein, the di- [email protected]

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Challah and the Men Who Bake It : A Jewish women’s ritual gets its guy on By Shira Telushkin. guess I just thought it was a religious skill lah, or separation of the challah, this act is think apologetics are needed or helpful,” she mother. “My grandmother of blessed memory I wanted to have,” said Sam Greenberg, often done today symbolically, by burning a wrote in an email. made amazing challah,” he said. “Everyone loved I 24, who works as a consultant for foun- small portion of dough from a challah batch. Even for women who don’t participate in it. I learned her recipe when I was a junior in col- dations in San Francisco and is a man who Critically, if one has prepared a sufficiently large group challah baking ceremonies, the baking lege, by baking with her and transcribing it. I was excels at the traditionally female art of bak- amount of dough, then the burning is accom- still has female connotations. Leah Sarna, a stu- super close with my grandmother, who passed ing challah. “I find it’s a really great way to panied by a blessing: “Blessed are you, Lord our dent at Yeshivat Maharat, which ordains wom- away about a year ago, and part of learning the start getting excited for Shabbat.” Greenberg, en as Orthodox clergy, said that for her, “the recipe for me was because it was this amazing who uses a challah recipe he learned from a practice of making challah is very connected challah, but also to deepen my relationship with female friend, says he never really thought to a thousand years of women’s spirituality in her. I’m now a challah recipe evangelist—I never about the gender-bending implications. “I making challah. There are all these tkhinot peo- miss an opportunity to send it out.” Indeed, he don’t really buy into the gender roles of Ju- ple would say when separating the challah, and sent me a copy the next day. daism or broader society,” he said. “I think yehi ritzons [other prayerful bequests], and they For Bildner, the female associations are real people generally realize that it’s an awesome would pray for people in need of healing.” She but positive. “I like playing with things that are thing to do, and it’s starting to transcend added, “I always pray, when baking my challah.” more traditionally female oriented. I like the gender lines, which I think is great.” He has The blessing itself is seen as much more fem- playfulness of being the challah baker,” he said. taught one of his younger brothers to make inine than the act of baking. Hecht’s brother-in- “The fact that it has this heritage as something a challah, too. law was actually the one who first began baking Jewish mother would do is fun.” Greenberg is not alone. Although historical- her grandmother’s challah and encouraged her David Harris, who works for the Jewish Fed- ly the domain of Jewish women, challah baking to try the recipe, which includes adding a tray eration in Los Angeles, also likes being known has become increasingly popular among Jewish of ice cubes to the oven for a crispy crust. But for his challah baking and recognizes that its men. For many, it is a new way to honor Shab- she said he certainly isn’t on any challah prayer slightly unusual. While he acknowledges that bat. They like the textured immediacy of the whatsapp groups. Rivka Neriya-Ben Shahar, his challah hasn’t gotten him any dates, “it has act, the way that homemade bread impresses an Israeli sociologist who has studied Jewish broken the ice a few time,” he wrote in an email. Shabbat guests, and the personal touch that women’s rituals, has attended many mass chal- “It’s fun to talk about, and girls are impressed comes with using a family recipe. But while al- lah baking events and described in an email (more now that I’ve sort of got a passable braid most all the men I spoke with recognized the how when rabbis present would suggest that situation going on).” female associations of challah, the influence men too should have to separate the dough and Ethan Schwartz, who studies Hebrew Bible of its gendered heritage was less clear. Unlike Fred M. Feinberg bakes challah for his bless, the women just laughed. The moment of at Harvard University and who baked challah candle lighting or immersion in the mikveh, the family every week. He is also Professor of prayer is seen as so intimately female, it seems, almost weekly for the two years that he lived two other traditionally female rituals—both of Marketing at the Ross School of Business, that to extend it beyond the domain of women on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, sees the which have retained strong female identities— University of Michigan where his work would be preposterously strange. feminine connotations as faint, but present. “I for many, the feminine connotations of challah focuses on using statistical models to Of course, many men do see their own chal- have never felt that this has in any way compro- baking are faint. Most men got into challah bak- explain complex decision patterns. lah baking as deeply spiritual, and most who I mised my masculinity, or that I am ‘feminized’ ing for the bread and only incidentally became spoke with also separate out challah, although when women see that I bake challah,” he said. gender innovators. God, King of the Universe, who has sanctified none made batches large enough to require the “Part of it is that I identify as a feminist and Zachary Bleemer, 25, who studies econom- us with his commandments, and commanded blessing. Their spirituality, however, is more fo- have never particularly felt a need to guard my ics at the University of California, Berkeley, us to separate challah.” Once recited, the baker cused on the personal experience and less situ- masculinity in that way.” His challah baking was never really considered challah baking a gen- (which basically all Jewish texts presume is a ated in a sense of communal connection. practical, too. “There was a need. Store-bought dered act. “Honestly, when I first decided to do woman) separates out a small piece of dough, Rabbi Levi Weiman-Kelman, who heads the challah is often terrible, and challah should be it, [the female associations] never crossed my about an ounce, and burns it. Reform synagogue Kol Haneshama in Jerusa- delicious to fulfill its role in this ritual meal. It mind until it was pointed out to me, which was Over the centuries, a whole array of female lem, has baked challah just about every week wasn’t like I was oblivious to the fact that this a while after I started baking,” Bleemer said. “I rituals sprang up around this challah blessing. since the spring of 1973. He relates powerfully was a counter-gender activity, but really I just don’t remember who it was, but I’m guessing it There are tkhinos, women’s prayers in Yiddish, to the symbolism of challah. wanted tasty challah.” He paused, then added, was a wry comment from my roommate.” specifically to be said at this time; prayers recited “When we put on the challah, we recall “I can’t emphasize how utilitarian my goals Bleemer began baking challah a year and a at this moment are supposed to be particularly the lechem [bread] in the temple, and when we were in this.” In fact, now that he has found half ago, when he came home one day from his potent. Today, female-only mass challah bake have the two challot, we recall the maan [manna] sufficiently delicious challah in Cambridge, he job at the New York Federal Reserve hungry for events have become especially popular in the in the desert,” Weiman-Kalman said. “Challah rarely bakes anymore. bread and found he had no bread in the house. Orthodox world. For many Jewish women, the symbolizes being fed by God.” For Weiman- It’s not too hard to understand why men Motivated by both a desire for good bread feminine history of challah remains essential to Kelman, the physical creation also helps him are getting in on the act. Challah is delicious. and familial connection, he decided to call their baking. Toby Hecht, a Chabad rebbitzin prepare for Shabbat. “There is something that Challah can be baked and enjoyed by anyone. his mother. “I like eating bread,” he explained. who lives in New Haven, is part of a whatsapp is very tactile, the mixing of the dough, when it While men might not (yet) be organizing chal- “There was no bread in the house. I had flour. group where women can send messages before becomes dough-y, and you keep mixing flour lah prayer groups, baking is still a fundamen- And my mother has the best challah recipe in Shabbat asking other women for specific prayers to it and it becomes dough, the meeting of it tal act of nourishing others. But challah is also the country, so I called her. She was thrilled. And as they separate the dough that Friday. Getting is also a very powerful experience, you literally what makes a meal a Shabbat meal. After all, any I knew she would be thrilled, and that was defi- together a group of 40 women to pray for the push air into the dough and when you prepare dinner party can come with wine, chicken, or nitely part of why I called. I think the recipe is same thing is seen as particularly powerful, and the yeast and the dough, you have to use warm even candles. It is the challah centerpiece that, from her mother.” requests often center on pregnancies, marriages, water … it has to be just right. Water for yeast is visually and viscerally, transforms the table into While men’s challah baking is by no means and the health of family members. For Hecht, just like love: If it’s too warm it burns you, and a Shabbat table. And if the 20-plus people I’ve unprecedented, it’s definitely still unusual “there is real significance in groups doing it to- if it’s too cold it doesn’t do its work.” spoken to in the past few weeks are right, it’s enough to evoke particular interest, especially gether, especially massive groups.” She is careful Although he said he got his love of cook- not actually that hard to bake. Plus, that praise at communal potlucks. Levi Teitz, an Orthodox to “always make the required amount of challah, ing from his mother, he didn’t use her challah thing is real: People love challah, and by exten- doctoral student in computational biology at in order to be able to make the blessing.” recipe. “I think I was a little daunted by my sion, challah bakers. MIT, grew up with both his parents regularly Ariel Pollock Star, a Modern Orthodox mother’s challah,” Weiman-Kelman said. “And, “It’s almost unfair how much credit you get baking challah. Still, “it’s definitely true that woman from Cincinnati, likewise only makes also, when I started my mom thought it was for it,” said Sam Greenberg. “And it was easier it’s more associated with women,” Teitz said. large batches of challah specifically so that she inappropriate for me to cook and bake. It was than I expected. Though I often get worried that “I’ve had friends say I would make an excellent can recite the prayer on separating the challah. women’s work, not men’s work. She did not the dough isn’t right and then make a second housewife.” Greenberg jokes that his challah “I find that very meaningful,” she wrote to me, hide her disapproval. She would say to me: Why batch, and then both batches come out totally skills will make him “a good husband.” “particularly if the week has been a tense one are you cooking, why are you baking, this is not fine. But it’s not a problem. Nobody complains The Jewish relationship between women in Israel, or if there has been a personal or fam- what boys do. But I will say, to her credit, she is about extra challah.” and challah goes way back. All the way back, in ily challenge.” She gets invited to mass challah at my table every Friday night, and is by far one Shira Telushkin is a student at Harvard Di- fact, to temple times, when “challah” didn’t ac- bakings about once a year, though she finds the of my biggest fans and loves my cooking almost vinity School, studying early Christianity and tually mean the sweet, braided loaves of bread emphasis on challah as a women’s ritual at these as much as I do.” monasticism. n eaten on Shabbat today—that reality dates back events questionable. “To me, the idea of equat- Connecting to relatives is also an important This story originally appeared in Tablet to late 15th-century Europe—but referred to ing it with the wearing tefillin or counting in a motivation for many men. For Eli Bildner, a stu- magazine, at tabletmag.com, and is reprinted the portion of dough one was required to do- minyan feels disingenuous and something like dent at Stanford Business School, baking challah with permission. nate to the priests. Known as hafrashat chal- a false apology to Jewish women, when I don’t is inseparable from memories of his grand-

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Ro Khanna, a rising star among progressive Democrats, navigates a careful pro-Israel line Ron Kampeas WASHINGTON (JTA) — Ro Khanna, a rising dates who endorsed Sanders’ bid for the party’s ing impacted,” he said. “That doesn’t mean you that would counter China’s treatment of Uigh- star among progressive Democrats, wants to presidential nomination. suppress your political views.” ers, an oppressed Muslim minority in China make a point about how to be progressive and One of the first things Khanna mentioned Khanna declined to name Omar or Tlaib, that Weiss alleges progressives have ignored. pro-Israel, so he quotes Alan Dershowitz. in the interview was the close ties between or to directly address the comments that have And he has called repeatedly for an end to arm Yes, that Alan Dershowitz, the Fox News ha- sales to Saudi Arabia over its war in Yemen. bitue who has accused the Democratic Party of “What would be hypocritical for me is not “tolerating anti-Semitism.” to speak out for the human rights concerns of “I don’t agree with all of Professor Dershow- Palestinians,” he said. itz’s book,” the California congressman said, Nonetheless, Khanna is sensitive to how referring to “The Case for Israel,” Dershowitz’s pro-Israel Americans feel singled out, especially 2003 effort to advance a liberal argument for Is- on college campuses. rael. “But where he makes that point about not “I’ve had students and their parents saying singling out a country unfairly — you have to they’re uncomfortable about going to Hillel or stand up for human rights consistently around being open about their faith,” he said. “Just like I the world.” think we shouldn’t penalize boycotts, or speak- Khanna, 43, whose House district encom- ing about Palestinian rights, we have to have passes much of Silicon Valley in Northern Cali- equal respect for people who are practicing Jews fornia, initiated an interview in his Capitol Hill or supportive of the U.S.-Israel relationship.” office with The Jewish Telegraphic Agency. Khanna said his views hew close to younger Here’s the point he wants to make: The Jewish Democrats in favoring a close U.S. rela- United States and Israel have a “deeply inter- tionship with “progressive values.” Just as young twined” relationship that ought to continue, Indian Americans like himself favor relations but that shouldn’t preclude the American gov- with India but long for peace with Pakistan, ernment from using the relationship as lever- Jewish Democrats of his generation support the age to push for changes in Israeli policy. relationship with Israel but long for peace with “The vast majority of the Democratic Party the Palestinians. The political action committee wants this relationship to continue to succeed,” Ro Khanna in his congressional office, Sept. 17, 2019. The California congress- affiliated with J Street, the liberal Israel lobby he said, “[but] we want it to succeed on pro- man wants close U.S.-Israel ties to continue, but says that should not preclude the that supports a two-state solution to the Israeli- gressive values that bring peace and human American government from using the relationship as leverage to push for changes Palestinian conflict, has endorsed Khanna. rights.” in Israeli policy. (Ron Kampeas) In an aside, Khanna said his brother was mar- It’s a fine line to walk as Democrats grapple ried in a Hindu-Jewish ceremony, noting that a with accusations — including from within — Silicon Valley and Israel’s high-tech sector. In drawn fierce criticism from some pro-Israel combined chuppah-mandap (the wedding tent that the party is drifting away from Israel, and December, he moderated a panel discussion in sources. In addition to backing BDS, both fresh- used by Hindus) is increasingly common. as its progressive wing grows increasingly vo- his district titled “Israel-Silicon Valley Round- man lawmakers have fretted about what they “You can buy them online,” he said. cal in its criticism. Republicans, chief among table on Entrepreneurship.” He praised Irwin see as excessive pro-Israel influence in terms Khanna backed a bill this year to consolidate them President Donald Trump, have sought Federman, a constituent and venture capitalist that critics say are anti-Semitic. Omar has apol- U.S. defense aid to Israel at about $3.8 billion to imprint the party with the stamp of four who has invested in Palestinian businesses in ogized for some of her statements. per year, but he also favors leveraging U.S. aid congresswomen known as “The Squad,” two the West Bank. “I don’t want to re-litigate,” Khanna said. as a means of pressuring Israel to end Pales- of whom back the boycott Israel movement: On Israel issues, Khanna is closer to Squad Instead, Khanna broadly called for toning tinian home demolitions, release imprisoned Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and Rashida Tlaib member Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts, down the rhetoric and fostering greater toler- Palestinian minors and stop settlement build- of Michigan. Trump has called the party anti- who similarly represents a district with a large ance. He cited the cooperation between Tlaib ing. During the interview, he whipped out his Semitic. population of wealthy liberal Jews. Khanna and Andy Levin, a Jewish progressive represent- smartphone and Googled instances of presi- Yet Khanna, a seasoned Democratic activ- and Pressley both voted for a House resolu- ing a Detroit-area district neighboring hers as dents (Eisenhower, Carter, Reagan, Bush Sr., ist and a formidable fundraiser able to tap the tion condemning the Boycott, Divestment and a model. Obama) who had used American assistance to deep reserves of wealthy liberals in his district, Sanctions movement targeting Israel, and both “What I would suggest is the Levin-Tlaib extract concessions from Israel on territory or is intent on establishing his approach to Israel said they were heeding the sensibilities of their peace plan,” he said. other issues. as a valid position within his party’s progres- Jewish constituents. Khanna’s progressive bona fides would Khanna, who is gathering signatures for a sive wing. A senior adviser to the presidential “We each take these votes alone but aim to seem to repudiate the thesis advanced recent- letter calling on Israel to stop the demolitions campaign of Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, represent the districts we serve,” Pressley said ly by New York Times columnist Bari Weiss, in the West Bank, declined to go into specifics Khanna is a rising star in the party, having oust- on Twitter after the vote, responding to Israel- author of the new book “How to Fight Anti- about what aid he would favor using as leverage. ed a veteran Democrat, Mike Honda, in 2016. critical leftists who berated her for her vote. Semitism,” that leftists focus intently on the “I support continued aid to Israel,” Khanna Born in Philadelphia to Indian immigrants, On Twitter, Khanna quoted Pressley’s tweet Palestinians but ignore the plight of oppressed said, “but the American president has a whole he has been ensconced in the party’s progressive and added: “I believe @AyannaPressley we can Muslims elsewhere. range of options.” n wing for decades, having campaigned as a Uni- work on a progressive agenda for peace on Khanna is co-sponsoring two separate bills versity of Chicago student for Barack Obama’s these principles. 1) Halt all settlement growth; first run for state Senate in 1996. Khanna went 2) Halt Palestinian home demolitions; 3) Ease on to earn a law degree at Yale and was named the terms of the Gaza blockade.” Over 40 by Obama, during his first term, to a top Com- In the JTA interview, Khanna said it makes merce Department role. sense to heed a minority in determining what In 2011, Khanna started exploring a con- constitutes bigotry — to a point. Though he op- gressional run almost as soon as he arrived in poses BDS, Khanna like many Democrats op- Silicon Valley to practice and teach law. In 2016, poses bills that would penalize Israel boycotters. the year he was elected to Congress, Khanna “Every person needs to be very careful with was among a handful of Democratic candi- the language and listen to the communities be-

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Prayers and Good Deeds Falling Rabbi Aharon Goldstein Rabbi Ora Nitkin-Kaner, special to the WJN n the midst of the Yom Kippur services, Rebbe’s actions, we must take into account the ilke’s poem ‘Autumn’ contains the word ‘fall’ 6 times – referring to leaf-fall, night- the Rebbe, Rabbi Shneur Zalman, inter- magnitude and intensity of the Rebbe’s Yom fall, hands falling, and how everything passes away in the end. His poem evokes the I rupted his prayers and departed from Kippur prayers which were on behalf of all R melancholy of the season. the synagogue. Left the Jewish people. Yet, he saw that caring for During the Yamim Noraim, we are accustomed to working hard at teshuvah: we apolo- behind was a room a new mother was more precious before G-d gize, attend synagogue, repent. We work to be inscribed in the Book of Life. But Rilke’s poem filled with stunned than his exalted prayers. offers a different perspective on our mortality. He invites us to explore the idea of surrender; worshippers, who Society encourages and sometimes even a sense that God is the ‘One who holds all this falling/Infinitely softly in [God’s] hands.’ wondered what awe- takes the time to applaud humanitarian deeds, some and lofty mis- acts of goodness and kindness, volunteerism, sion had prompted etc. However, the Jew’s compassion and caring the Rebbe to leave in is driven by the fact that these mitzvot are an Autumn these spiritually up- integral part of his/her relationship with G-d. Rainer Maria Rilke lifted moments. In the words of Rabbi Shneur Zalman The Rebbe made when asked which is the superior Divine ser- his way to the near- Rabbi Aharon Goldstein vice, love of G-d or love of the Jewish people, The leaves fall, fall as from far, by forest. There, he collected dry wood and “Both love of G-d and love of the Jewish branches. He carried them to a small house. people are equally engraved in every Jew’s Like distant gardens withered in the heavens; He knocked on the door and then entered. soul. It follows that love of the Jewish people Once inside, the Rebbe kindled a fire from is superior, however, for you love whom your They fall with slow and lingering descent. the wood he had brought. He prepared a soup beloved loves.” and he fed it, spoon by spoon, to the woman Ultimately, then, these mitzvot are also an in the house who had just given birth. expression of our love of G-d. We are not en- It is easy, even comfortable, to read stories joined to fulfill mitzvot between ourselves and such as the one about Rabbi Shneur Zalman, our fellow humans because they “feel good” And in the nights the heavy Earth, too, falls and be inspired to enhance our fulfillment of the (or we “feel good” after doing them) or be- mitzvot between ourselves and each other. At cause they are politically correct. We are to From out the stars into the Solitude. the very beginning of Jewish history, we are told perform them as a Divine imperative, a part of our ancestor Abraham, who showed us the of what our Creator demands of us. importance of tending to the needs of others. In Yom Kippur is the day when G-d gave the the midst of a Divine “conversation,” he asked second set of the tablets containing the Ten Thus all doth fall. This hand of mine must fall G-d to “wait” while he greeted and provided for Commandments, after the Jews were forgiven tired wayfarers who approached his tent. for the sin of the golden calf. On one tablet And lo! the other one:—it is the law. If we look at the story of Rabbi Shneur were those mitzvot (commandments) be- Zalman, what distinguishes it from other ex- tween a person and G-d. On the other tablet But there is One who holds this falling amples of selflessness and caring? First, that were those between a person and his fellow. the Rebbe chose to go himself although he This teaches us that both types of mitzvot could have sent his assistant, a son, or one are parallel parts of our relationship with our Infinitely softly in His hands. of his Chasidim to tend to the new mother. Creator, to be approached, performed and But to fully appreciate the significance of the carried out equally. n A Lesson from Creation Rabbi Jared Anstandig, special to the WJN s we begin the Torah anew this year, two different creation stories in the Torah. He endeavors to subdue the world and understand his genuine living experience of God…” (pg. we return to the story of creation in notes that in the first creation account (Genesis it. Rabbi Soloveitchik writes, “Man’s likeness to 22). Adam II seeks companionship and a part- A which God fashions the Earth we 1), God creates Man and Woman at the same God expresses itself in man’s striving and abil- ner with whom to reflect on the earth’s won- inhabit. The begin- time, in the image of God, and charges them ity to become a creator... Adam the first is over- ders. In line with his Divine mandate, Adam II ning of Genesis of- with the mission to fill the earth and subdue whelmed by one quest, namely, to harness and guards the earth as a means of reflecting on it fers us insight into it. In the second telling, Man and Woman are dominate the elemental natural forces and to and on God. the framework of the created separately, with a vivid description of put them at his disposal” (pp. 12-13). Compa- Each Adam, Rabbi Soloveitchik believes, rep- world around us, as God breathing life into Adam, with the mission rable to God in their ability to create, the hu- resents a typology within all of us. Throughout well as the nature of of working and protecting the land. mans of Genesis I are created as a utilitarian our lives we fluctuate between confidence in mas- our internal world. While the Sages of the Talmud and various team to accomplish their desires. Adam I seeks tery of our surroundings and retreating in reflec- Rabbi Joseph B. So- later commentators each suggest ways to syn- to dominate the world in accordance with his tion of our smallness of our roles. Of course, there loveitchik, the for- chronize these two narratives, Rabbi Soloveitchik divine mandate. is no “correct” model and no one way that we all mer head of Yeshiva asserts that these stories are fundamentally differ- Adam II (that is, Adam of Genesis II) ap- must live our lives. Nonetheless, Rabbi Soloveit- University, suggests ent, and that these differences bespeak essential proaches the world in an entirely different chik’s observation teaches an important lesson. that key components Rabbi Jared Anstandig components of the human mind. Rabbi Soloveit- manner. More humble in approaching life, As life gets more complex, we may swing to the of the human psyche and experience hide in chik believes that these dual creation narratives Adam II seeks a community to reflect in awe extremes of Adam I or Adam II. It is important plain sight within the first two chapters of the ultimately reflect a duality within everyone. at the universe and God. Rabbi Soloveitchik to remember that no matter where we are in life, Torah. According to Rabbi Soloveitchik, Adam I elaborates, “The biblical metaphor referring confidently controlling or humbly reflecting, In his book The Lonely Man of Faith, Rabbi (that is, the Adam created in Genesis 1) repre- to God breathing life into Adam alludes to the there is always another, equally meaningful and Soloveitchik observes that there is not one, but sents humanity’s desire to accomplish. Adam I actual preoccupation of the latter with God, to valuable approach to life. n

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg on why she did not retire during Obama’s term Emily Burack NEW YORK (JTA) — It was a blunt statement “Neither one of us is a person who goes to The duo then went on to discuss how the and long-fought freedom from intolerance.” in the midst of a cordial conversation: “I’m temple every Saturday,” Totenberg observed. Supreme Court used to be in session dur- The other role model she discussed was wondering why you’re here.” “But you are a very, I think it’s fair to say, faith- ing the Jewish High Holidays, Rosh Hasha- Hadassah founder Henrietta Szold. That was Nina Totenberg, the NPR legal ful Jew.” nah and Yom Kippur. Ginsburg, of course, “My mother spoke of her glowingly. affairs correspondent, to Supreme Court Jus- Ginsburg replied, “Some of my most changed that tradition. Szold, too, was a Zionist — even before tice Ruth Bader Ginsburg at Thursday night’s treasured moments growing up were of my “The chief [justice’s] first response was, Theodor Herzl came on the scene. Among Moment magazine awards dinner, where the mother lighting the candles on Friday nights. ‘Well, we confer on Good Friday. So why her many undertakings, she started night justice had just walked out to a standing ova- can’t we sit on Yom schools to teach English and trades to waves tion. Kippur?’ And I was of Jewish immigrants coming from Rus- Ginsburg, 86, is aware that she has been trying to think of an sia and other Eastern European countries,” out and about just after completing radiation argument that would Ginsburg explained. “My father, born near therapy during her latest bout with cancer, appeal to him, and I Odessa, arrived in New York in 1909 at age and she answered the question gracefully. came up with a win- 13. He was the beneficiary of a night school.”

“This latest has been my fourth cancer BY BETTYABLER PHOTO ner,” Ginsburg said to She then went to tell an anecdote about bout,” she said. “And I found each time that a large laugh. Szold declining the offer of a male friend to when I’m active, I’m much better than if I’m Her argument? say Kaddish for Szold’s mother. In Jewish just lying about and feeling sorry for myself. For the Jewish law- law, men traditionally say the prayer daily for It’s necessary — a necessity — to get up and yers who had come a loved one who has passed away. Ginsburg go. It’s stimulating. And somehow, in all of into town, it was their quoted the entirety of a 1916 letter that Szold these appearances I’ve had since the end of once-in-a-lifetime wrote, which displayed her passion for her August, whatever my temporary disability is, moment to argue on Jewish heritage and for feminism: it stops, and I’m OK for the time of the event.” the Supreme Court. “You will wonder, then, that I cannot ac- The longtime justice held up throughout (Two years ago, cept your offer. Perhaps it would be best for the entire evening, where she was the inaugu- she was a surprise me not to try to explain to you in writing, ral recipient of the Jewish magazine’s Human visi- but to wait until I see you to tell you why it is Rights Award. But Ginsburg didn’t shy away tor at a D.C. syna- so. I know well, and appreciate what you say from talking about her retirement with Toten- gogue.) about, the Jewish custom; and Jewish custom berg, her “favorite interviewer.” In her acceptance is very dear and sacred to me. And yet I can- When Totenberg asked if Ginsburg had speech later in the not ask you to say Kaddish after my mother. any regrets about not stepping down during evening, Ginsburg The Kaddish means to me that the survivor the Obama administration, shocked whispers At Moment Magazine’s Human Rights Awards on September began, “I know that publicly and markedly manifests his wish rippled throughout the crowd. 18, Justice Ginsburg was presented with a hand-crafted “Tze- good fortune, ‘mazel,’ and intention to assume the relation to the “It has been suggested by more than one dek Collar” designed by Ann Arbor teacher and artist Marcy accounts in large part Jewish community which his parent had, commentator, including some law professors, for the success of my and that so the chain of tradition remains that I should’ve stepped down during Presi- I love because we would change the effort to achieve equal citizenship stature for unbroken from generation to generation, dent Obama’s second term. When that sug- dishes, and I wish we could use the Passover women, and also for the office I have now held each adding its own link. You can do that gestion is made I ask the question: Who do dishes year round.” for more than 26 years. And, most recently, for for the generations of your family, I must do you think the president could nominate that Ginsburg went on to speak about sitting the Notorious RBG.” that for the generations of my family.” could get through the Republican Senate that shiva for her mother, Celia, who passed away Her speech also addressed the question Ginsburg wrapped up her remarks by re- you would prefer to have on the court than when she was in high school. of role models. She pointed to two Jewish ferring back to an older statement she gave me?” Ginsburg replied to loud applause. “The house was filled with women, but women who were both raised in the U.S., on her own heritage as a Jew and her occupa- The justice also spoke candidly about her only men could recite the Mourner’s Kaddish. “whose humanity and bravery inspired me.” tion as a judge. Jewish heritage. I thought that was wrong,” she said. The first: Jewish writer Emma Lazarus. “I am a judge, born, raised and proud “Emma Lazarus was a Zionist before of being a Jew,” she said. “The demand for that word came into vogue. Her love for justice, for peace, for enlightenment, runs humankind, and especially for her people, through the entirety of the Jewish history is evident in all her writings,” Ginsburg said and Jewish tradition. I hope that in all the about Lazarus. “Her poem ‘The New Colos- years I have the good fortune to continue sus,’ etched on the base of the Statue of Lib- serving on the bench of the Supreme Court erty, has welcomed legions of immigrants, of the United States, I will have the strength including my father and grandparents — and courage to remain steadfast in service of people seeking in the USA shelter from fear that demand.” n SaturdaySunday OctoberOctober 20,6, 2019 2018

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Retired Senator Carl Levin shares his view of the world at Federation Major Gifts Event Eileen Freed, special to the WJN n September 8, over 130 major visiveness and hatred and about the Jewish make decisions based donors and community leaders values of pursuing justice and welcoming on what he thought was O gathered at Matthaei Botanical the stranger he was taught by his parents best for the country or Gardens to kick off the Jewish Federation’s that inspired his life of public service. his constituents, even 2020 Annual Community Campaign. Re- When asked by Alexander about what he if it was not popular. tired Senator Carl Levin was the featured considered to be his most significant contri- Some specific initiatives speaker and was interviewed by Federation butions in his career, Senator Levin said that about which he is most board member Jessica “Decky” Alexander. he was most proud of the way he approached proud include saving Senator Levin spoke about his grave his duties. He was thoughtful, open and lis- the auto industry in the concern for this country in this time of di- tened to a range of opinions. Then, he would 2008 recovery package, opening three National Parks in Michigan, and participating in bi-par- tisan subcommittees that investigated wrong- Marylen Oberman, Decky Alexander, Bruce Kutinsky, doing on the part of ma- Myrna Miller & Newell Miller jor corporations. The Major Gifts Event was chaired by Bob and Judy Marans and Donny and Sara Wohl. They were joined on the planning committee by Carol and Gideon Hoffer and Marla and Josh Chinsky. Glacier Hills Senior Living Community was the corporate sponsor. The event raised over $330,000 for the 2020 Annual Community Campaign and another $22,200 toward the Community Security Campaign. For more information about support- ing the community through these two campaigns, contact Federation Chief Development Officer Sharyn Gallatin at Joshua Goldberg & Joelle Abramowitz 734-773-3533. n Major Gifts Event Planning Committee with Senator Carl Levin

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A Guatemalan asylum seeker is being sheltered in a Washington state synagogue Ben Sales (JTA) — In a few weeks, the congregants at violence in Guatemala several years ago and Enforcement because the agency consid- The congregation has set up an apartment Temple Beth Hatfiloh in Olympia, Wash- arrived soon after in the Olympia area. Her ers houses of worship — along with schools for Pablo Matias and her son with a bed, ington, will gather for Yom Kippur services, asylum claim in the United States was denied and hospitals — “sensitive locations” where couch, seating area, television, games and where a line in the traditional liturgy declares, it does not to conduct books, including some in Spanish — though “My house will be a house of prayer for all na- arrests without permis- Pablo Matias’ native tongue is the Mayan tions.” sion. There is a court- language Mam. In this synagogue’s case, that will literally yard for the synagogue, They also have the use of a bathroom and be true. but as far as Goldstein shower, and an area of the kitchen. A group Last week, the Reconstructionist Jew- knows, Pablo Matias and of 75 volunteers plans to do their shopping ish congregation south of Seattle agreed to her son have not left the and laundry, including buying Pablo Matias provide sanctuary for Maria Pablo Matias, building. ingredients she knows. Soon after arriving, an undocumented woman from Guatemala, According to Michael she made tortillas in the kitchen. The syna- and her son. The two asylum seekers are now Ramos, executive director gogue is budgeting $500 a month for their living in the synagogue to protect themselves of the Church Council of needs. from arrest and deportation. Greater Seattle, two other Mother and child live in a separate space Beth Hatfiloh is the only synagogue in the houses of worship in the from where prayers are held, though Gold- United States known to be sheltering an un- Seattle area, both church- stein says they are welcome to join. Beth documented immigrant, according to T’ruah, es, have granted sanctu- Hatfiloh leaders have told Pablo Matias a bit a liberal rabbinic human rights group. ary to undocumented about Judaism and the rhythm of life in the “Knowing that we’re really doing this immigrants. He said ap- congregation. work, that we’re committed to social justice proximately 55 houses The synagogue has committed to having work, tikkun olam work in this really direct of worship have done so one volunteer on the premises at all times to Rabbi Seth Goldstein way, it’s very fulfilling, it’s very moving,” Rabbi across the country. keep the family company and address any Seth Goldstein said, using a Hebrew phrase and last week she was ordered to leave the “Sanctuary is not an easy thing to go needs they may have. Cathy Wasserman, that means “repairing the world.” “It’s an issue country or face deportation, though she still through because you’re in a limited space for who has spent two nights with the family in that’s been deeply personal for us as a Jewish has legal avenues to appeal that decision. She a long period of time,” Ramos said. “You’re the synagogue, has grown closer with Pablo community, to work directly in this manner does not know when she will be able to leave not able to go out and about. At the same Matias despite the language barrier. Wasser- on immigrant justice work.” the synagogue. time, a congregation needs to understand man speaks Spanish, and says the two have Pablo Matias is not speaking to the media, The synagogue says it learned about Pablo that a person is at serious risk of deportation managed to converse through a combination and the synagogue declined to share many de- Matias’ case through local immigration ac- and needs to constantly be acting in support of that language, gestures and pictures on her tails of her story and her son’s identity, citing tivist groups. Living in a synagogue shields of the family.” phone. The synagogue can also access a Mam privacy concerns. Pablo Matias fled domestic the family from Immigration and Customs Beth Hatfiloh has been making it work. continued on page 18

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Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 11 IBooks

10 authors who capture growing up in an interfaith family Julia Metraux rowing up, I struggled to find my girls wondering when they’re going to get their mixed heritage. place in the Jewish community as an periods to navigating one’s religious identity, this G interfaith Jew. By some people’s stan- book is still incredibly relevant and worth a re- 7. Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas by Pamela Ehrenberg dards, I am not Jewish enough, despite having read as an adult. In this children’s picture book, little Sadie and an American Jewish mother, because I have a her multicultural family — her mom is Indian 2. Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversations by Mira and her dad is Jewish — celebrate Hanukkah Swiss Calvinist father. Celebrating Hanukkah Jacobs while mixing in some of her mother’s Indian tra- and Christmas growing up was my norm, but When I was younger, I asked my parents a lot ditions, like eating dosas. discussing my holidays and family interfaith of questions about traditions sometimes made me feel isolated. my religious identity I didn’t know other interfaith Jews growing and identity in gen- up, so the first ones I met were through books. eral, much like Mira Specifically, Margaret in “Are You There God? Jacob’s son Z, who It’s Me, Margaret” was the first modernish has an Indian-Amer- Jewish interfaith girl I encountered. What I’ve ican mother (Jacob) found is that many of these characters, like my- and a Jewish father. self, merge traditions from different faiths and In this graphic novel, have trouble navigating their blended identity. Jacobs showcases the Here are 10 authors, including interfaith Jews, dialogue that she and parents of interfaith Jews and authors who write her son have had, characters from interfaith families, who nail what from his questions it’s like to come from a mixed religion family. about race to her in- laws (and Z’s grand- 1. Are You There God, It’s Me Margaret by Judy Blume parents) being avid I first came across this book when I was in Trump supporters. fifth grade while binge-reading Judy Blume’s young adult novels. The main protagonist of 3. Forest with Castanets by Diane Mehta While I do enjoy reading novels that tackle the this story is Margaret, an 11-year-old who has a Born to a Jewish-American mother and an complexity which can often arise from being in Christian mother and Jewish father. Margaret, Indian Jain father, Diane Mehta’s debut book an interfaith family, it’s nice to read simple sto- who was raised without a religious affiliation, of poetry explores her cultural identity. Mehta, ries of how different religions and cultures can chooses to study people’s religious beliefs in an who was born in Germany and moved to her complement each other. effort to figure out her own religious identity. father’s home country of India shortly thereaf- 8. Half/Life: Jew-ish Tales from Interfaith Homes by Laurel It’s wild to think that this book came out ter, revealed that she didn’t know that she was more than 50 years ago. From a subplot about Jewish until moving to the United States, when Synder her mother signed her up for “school at the local Born to an Irish Catholic mother and a Jew- synagogue in New Jersey.” In “Forest with Cas- ish father, Laurel Snyder has written a plethora of tanets,” Mehta writes beautifully about a com- young adult novels and children’s picture books. plicated subject — religious interfaith identity. This is my favorite of hers; it’s an anthology she edited. “Half/Life” contains a series of essays that 4. Long Live the Tribe of Fatherless Girls by T Kira Madden showcase various experiences of Jews growing If you haven’t heard of “Long Live the Tribe of up in Jew-ish homes. It’s a great read if you want Fatherless Girls,” you may have been living under glimpses into just how different interfaith Jewish a rock. T Kira Madden, whose late father was Jew- families can be. ish and whose mother is Chinese and Hawaiian, said her parents allowed her to learn about “every 9. Sonora by Hannah Lillith Assadi different religion, every culture.” Novelist Hannah Lillith Assadi, who is Jew- Madden, who also chronicles her experience ish and Palestinian, published her debut novel growing up with parents who struggled with ad- “Sonora” in 2017. In an interview with Jewish dictions in her book, says she hopes that people Boston, Assadi said that she identifies “with both who feel like outsiders can “recognize some ver- identities” and “grew up celebrating the High sion of themselves, or some element of them- Holidays as well as acknowledging major Islamic selves” in her book. holidays.” Like Assadi herself, Ahlam, the main character here, is the daughter of a Palestinian 5. The Whole Story of Half a Girl by Vira Hirandandi father and a Jewish mother who was raised in Born to a Jewish-American mother and a Arizona. The novel is told from the point of view Hindu Indian father, Vira Hirandandi said she of Ahlam and follows her and her friend Laura’s “grew up feeling not quite enough of one or the journey to . other” in an interview with Publisher’s Weekly. “Sonora” is captivating — but don’t just take In “The Whole Story of Half a Girl,” the pro- my word for it. The book was a 2018 National tagonist, Sonia Nadhamuni — who also has Book Foundation’s 5 Under 35 Honoree and a a Jewish-American mom and an Indian dad recipient of the American Academy of Arts and — faces pressures from her peers to define her Letters ​ Rosenthal Family Foundation Award in identity, which is a pressure that I felt from my Literature. peers, too. Like Blume’s “Are You There God, It’s Me Margaret,” this young adult novel cap- 10. Poetry and books by Phil Kaye tures what it’s like to navigate one’s interfaith Born to a Jewish father and a Japanese mother, identity as a young girl. Phil Kaye, in an interview with The Knockturnal, said he “felt like this odd duck” growing up, as he 6. I Wanna Be Your Shoebox by Cristina Garcia didn’t know any other Japanese-Jewish kids. Kaye In “I Wanna Be Your Shoebox,” the main is also the co-director of Project VOICE with Sar- character, Yumi Ruíz-Hirsch, has a Jewish-Jap- ah Kay, a fellow Japanese-Jewish poet. In his 2018 anese father and a Cuban mother. I don’t have book “Date & Time,” which is a full-length poetry fond memories of eighth grade, and Yumi’s ex- Sept. 19 - Dec. 21, 2019 collection, Kaye touches on everything from be- perience is going similarly poorly: Her family is ing a mixed race and interfaith kid to millennial losing its house, her school is cutting her beloved stereotypes. n 734.433.7673 or orchestra program and her grandfather Saul is dying. This novel is refreshingly realistic. One of This article originally appeared on Alma. PurpleRoseTheatre.org my favorite parts is when Yumi’s mother calls her a poster child for the 21st century because of her

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Mega Challah rises again!, continued from page 1 Hillel Café Introduces Chef Shepard, continued from page 1 to finish. She leads challah making workshops offering) during baking applies to all Jews. Cer- himself through his creations. And it shows. The Hillel Café at Michigan Hillel (1429 Hill around the world and is known for her wis- tainly the baking of challah has traditionally been Jonathan has thoroughly impressed diners Street) is open to all students and community dom, warmth and humor. She will speak about by women, and the power, spirituality, individu- already with his creative cauliflower-based members. Dinner service is available Mon- the beauty of challah and will lead everyone as ality, unity and friendship of women is strongly chicken “alfredo” dish and his vegan pasta day through Thursday from 5:30-8 pm. Hill- “bolognese.” el’s Friday Shabbat dinners, Saturday lunches,

they prepare their own personal . She felt during this group challah event. When a “I am hard at work designing a new set and Saturday dinners during Seudah Shlishit will also do multiple braiding demonstrations. woman bakes challah and makes the appropri- of menu options that will include a variety are free for all students and $18 for commu- Even expert challah bakers can learn something ate blessings on the dough, she brings additional of exciting kosher meat options, alongside nity members. Hillel welcomes community new from Rochie! Attendees will enjoy a light blessing into her home and into the food that she vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free offerings. members to register online or call our office hors d’oeuvres dinner and a raffle drawing. Ev- lovingly prepares for family and friends Look for dishes like roasted pesto salad, before joining for Shabbat meals, while the eryone takes home their own challah to bake, The sponsors are Jewish Federation of chicken caesar salad, beef short ribs on po- regular weeknight dinners are open for drop- Mega Challah aprons, measuring spoons and Ann Arbor, the Jewish Community Center of lenta, and seared salmon with sauteed spin- in. Further pricing details, the daily menu, challah mat with recipe. Greater Ann Arbor, Chabad House and Aker- ach and ,” says Jonathan. He was online ordering, and catering options can be Chabad rabbis describe Challah baking as a vall Technologies, Inc. To register for this event, quick to share, “Please come in to say hello found at michiganhillel.org or by calling the uniquely women’s mitzvah, though the mitzvah visit jewmich.com/megachallah. For more in- and share your feedback. I look forward to office at (734) 769-0500. n of hafrashat challah (separating a portion as an formation email [email protected]. n serving you well.”

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JYP all over town Jessica Weil, special to the WJN he Jewish Young Professionals group new and not-so-new to Ann Arbor coming (JYP) has been keeping busy! Each together for Shabbat every month. I also had T month, the expanding leadership a great time on our bike ride to Ypsi and back team in our community plans multiple where I had fun being outdoors, exploring events focusing on connecting young local our area, and connecting with new and old

Jews through volunteerism and educational friends. I’m looking forward to continuing opportunities along with social and religious to gather for Shabbat this coming year and events. JYP participants are excited for a suc- seeing how community members on our cessful year full of creative, cultural, social Shabbat planning and baking teams bring and fun programming. their unique ideas and excitement to make Joelle Abramowitz has spearheaded JYP’s our gatherings special and reflective of the monthly Shabbat dinners and developed a community.” Shabbat dinner leadership team. She contin- All upcoming programs can be found by ues to engage members in the Jewish com- visiting www.facebook.com/jypa2. JYP is a munity as a JYP Ambassador. She shares that program of the Jewish Federation of Greater “one highlight this summer has been feeling Ann Arbor and to learn more, contact Jessica like being a part of a community of those Weil at [email protected]. n Jewish Federation annouces new staff Eileen Freed, special to the WJN he Jewish Federation of Greater During the past four years, the Jewish Ann Arbor is delighted to welcome Community Center and Federation Finance T Robert Deschaine to the team as Ac- departments have operated under a shared counting Manager. services agreement with Federation Finance Robert has over twenty-five years of ac- Director Denise Bennett operating as Chief Cardozo Series to Kick Off with Counter- counting experience working with both for Financial Officer (CFO) for both organiza- profit and nonprofit organizations, includ- tions. Terrorism Program ing the last eight years as Director of Finance In this same period, the two organiza- Sharyn J. Gallatin, Esq., special to the WJN at the Chippewa tions have grown, and their accounting and he Jewish Federation of Greater Ann in the activities of the Federation and the greater Nature Center, functions have become more complex. It was Arbor’s Cardozo Society is proud to Jewish Ann Arbor community as a whole. in Midland, MI. determined it would be best for each to have present a thought-provoking program He was instru- a high-level accounting professional to di- T featuring former U.S. Department of Home- mental in updat- rect their financial operations. land Security deputy secretary for counter- ing the Nature Effective September 16, Denise assumed terrorism policy, Tom Warrick, on Monday, Center’s finan- the role of full-time CFO of the Jewish Com- November 4, 2019 at 7 p.m. The location of the cial procedures munity Center. “We are grateful for all De- event is to be determined. and technology nise has done for Federation over the past 13 Mr. Warrick will speak about “Should We Be and bringing years and for the many strong relationships Afraid: U.S. Counterterrorism Policy and Mod- a collaborative she has fostered with our donors,” said Fed- ern Politics.” This informative presentation is approach to eration President Stephen Aronson. “We are the first in a three-part series of programs the budgeting and delighted she will continue to serve our com- Cardozo Society is planning for the 2020 Cam- other financial munity in this next chapter of her career.” paign year. “Tom’s experience in several admin- Tom Warrick Robert Deschaine operations. Rob- He continued, “the JCC and Federation istrations, starting before 9/11, will give us some Stay tuned for more information about ert recently moved to Ann Arbor with his have a strong, collaborative relationship. We insight into the legal and political ramifications the other upcoming events in the series. For wife Laurie of thirty years and looks forward are both committed this strong partnership of decisions that affect all of us,” said Joan Low- more information about this event, please con- to making Ann Arbor home. and will continue to explore new opportuni- enstein, who co-chairs the Cardozo Society tact Isaac Ellis at 734.773.3535 or by email at Federation Treasurer and Finance Com- ties for cooperation and partnership for the with Jerold Lax. [email protected]. For more infor- mittee Chair, Marla Chinsky looks forward benefit of the Jewish community.” All of these programs are open to the public mation about the Cardozo Society, its upcom- to working with Rob. “We held an extensive Rob can be reached at robert@jewishan- and are sponsored by the Federation’s Cardozo ing programs or to get more involved, please n search and are delighted to have found an ac- narbor.org or 734-773-3536. Society. The goal of the Cardozo Society is to contact Sharyn J. Gallatin at 734.773.3533 or by complished finance professional with strong broaden the participation of the legal profession email at [email protected]. n non-profit experience,” she said.

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Ride your bike from lake to lake Eileen Freed, special to the WJN or six days, from September 13-18, is honored to share in this much-deserved over fifty cycling enthusiasts joined recognition of Mike’s efforts on behalf of the F together for an Inaugural group ride State of Michigan.” n on the Great Lake-to-Lake Trails Route #1 from South Haven to Port Huron. The ride was a celebration of the grand opening of Michigan’s first fully-marked destination trail traveling from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron. Philanthropist Mike Levine, the major benefactor and driver of this significant ef- fort, was joined by riders from Ann Arbor in- cluding Chuck Newman, Joelle Abramowitz and Eileen Freed. This achievement is a point of great pride for Mike, and he was delighted fellow community members were able to participate with him and enjoy the trails. “It was gratifying to ride with Mike Levine, as his vision that he worked so hard for became a reality,” said Chuck. The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor was a sponsor of the ride. Chuck ex- Riders join Mike Levine in celebrating the inaugural Great Lake-to-Lake Route #1 opening pressed appreciation that the riders and oth- ers associated with the trail now understand presented Mike with a legislative tribute ish Federation and the Jewish Community the contribution of the Ann Arbor Jewish signed by the Governor honoring his work Center, Nancy Margolis, extended congratu- community and one of its most prominent on the trail and his significant contributions lations and gratitude to Mike for his crucial members. “We can all kvell a little,” he said. to the State of Michigan. The ceremony was role in the development of the Great Lake- At a ceremony held during the ride, Rep- attended by local Jewish community leaders, to-Lake trail. “Our entire community, which and former Executive Director of the Jew- benefits from Mike’s passion and generosity, resentative Ann Bollin of Livingston County Mike Levine with Representative Ann Bollin Greater Ann Arbor selected as LIFE & LEGACY community Eileen Freed, special to the WJN he Jewish Federation of Greater Ann local organizations and congregations dem- Arbor is delighted to announce that onstrated their eagerness to integrate legacy T the community has been selected to giving and strong stewardship practices and participate in LIFE & LEGACY, a program of to further develop a strong culture of com- the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. munity-wide collaboration.” LIFE & LEGACY provides matching Greater Ann Arbor is one of four com- funds, training and support to help inte- munities chosen for the program’s eighth grate legacy giving into the philanthropic cohort, joining 58 other communities across culture of the community in order to main- North America. The other communities in tain strong and vibrant Jewish communal our cohort are Columbus, Ottawa and To- organizations and institutions long into the ronto. Since its inception seven years ago, future. LIFE & LEGACY has generated 17,627 lega- “We were successful in joining the LIFE cy commitments with an estimated value of & LEGACY family due to the robust involve- $672 Million in future gifts from 558 part- ment of the Jewish Community Foundation nering organizations. committee and our communal partners,” For more information about LIFE & said Stephen Aronson, Federation board LEGACY, contact Sharyn Gallatin, sharyn@ president. “Throughout the site visit, our jewishannarbor.org or 734-773-3533. n Joelle Abramowitz and Eileen Freed prepare to dip their tires in Lake Michigan Apply now for the 2020 Ann Arbor/Nahalal Student Exchange Jessica Weil, special to the WJN he Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Exchange trip to Israel taking place March 26 during Sukkot in fall 2020. Teens interested in Arbor is accepting applications for – April 5, 2020. An informational meeting for learning more about this powerful partnership T the 2020 Ann Arbor/Nahalal Student students and parents will take place Tuesday, experience are invited to join some of the ac- November 5, 7 p.m. at the Jewish Community tivities being organized for the visit of the 2019 Center. Israeli delegation October 15-23. Now in its eleventh year, the Student Ex- The Ann Arbor/Moshav Nahalal relation- change offers 9th grade students the oppor- ship is an integral part of the Michigan/Central tunity to spend their Spring Break in Israel at Galilee Partnership2Gether project. The two Ann Arbor’s partnership community, Moshav communities have developed a deep connec- Nahalal. Participants are hosted in the homes tion based on mutual values and shared in- of their peers. They spend the week with their terests, such as environmental and ecological hosts attending school, touring the Central kids that I knew nothing about was a unique conservation, social justice, and diverse and Galilee, visiting Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, and cre- experience that I had never done before. The creative religious expression. ating lasting and meaningful relationships with kids from Ann Arbor and Nahalal made strong For more information, to participate their new friends. bonds in only 10 days, so now I don’t just have a in October’s activities, or to RSVP for the Current 2019 student exchange participant family in Israel, but friends too.” informational meeting, please contact Jes- Oreen Morag shares that “I’ve only gone to Is- Ann Arbor teens will have the opportu- sica Weil at [email protected] or n rael to visit family, so going to be with Israeli nity to reciprocate by hosting their Israeli peers 734-585-5405. Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 15 NOSFERATU

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Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 17 I Temple Beth Emeth

Hebrew Through Movement TBE Events October 2019 Rabbi Daniel Alter, special to the WJN Families with Young Children (FYC): Tot This service takes the place of Shabbat Achat and falls on the fourth Friday of each month. his year the Terri A. Ginsburg Re- Without comprehending the language, Shabbat Service ligious & Hebrew School, Temple Hebrew students do not truly learn to Fridays, October 4, 11 & 18, 5:45 p.m., TBE Euchre Night T Beth Emeth’s outstanding Jewish read; instead, they learn to “decode,” an Sanctuary Saturday, October 5, 8:00 p.m., TBE Adult Lounge education program for ages 3-18, takes a educational term distinguishing reading 5:45 p.m. | Tot (0–5 year olds) Shabbat Services Grab a partner or come alone! All levels welcome. new approach to Hebrew education. Stu- with comprehension from reading with- with Rabbi Whinston and Cantor Hayut Contact Dave Ostreicher, [email protected], - dents in TBE’s 3-5 grade Saturday morn- out comprehension. Without that internal 6:15 p.m. Dinner for Tot Shabbat | 6:45 p.m. with questions. ing program will now take part in “Hebrew metric, learning to decode Hebrew be- Shira Service Through Movement” classes each week. comes harder, more frustrating, and much All of your favorite songs led by TBE’s tot team, Meditation with Linda Greene Developed by the Jewish Education Center less rewarding. Often Hebrew students will Cantor Hayut and Rabbi Whinston. Join us for Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 1:00 p.m., of Cleveland, Hebrew Through Movement inflect every word, even every syllable, as macaroni and cheese, fish sticks, applesauce, and TBE Chapel offers a new “language acquisition strategy a question: ba-ruch? a-tah? They simply a salad bar immediately following the short ser- Linda Greene offers brief Jewish teachings in which students learn Hebrew by hearing do not know if they pronounced it cor- vice. Dinner is just $5 per person. Buy a punch and leads a 20-30 minute meditation time. card ahead of time for a discounted price. Punch Contact Linda Greene, [email protected], cards are available in the TBE office. with questions. Weekly Lunch & Learn Tot Shabbat Tastes Ann Arbor Fridays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25, TBE Adult Friday, October 18, Tot Service at 5:45 p.m. and Lounge, Noon Dinner at 6:15 p.m., TBE Rabbi Whinston meets on Fridays for an informal Tot Shabbat Tastes Ann Arbor is resuming for the discussion about religion. Sessions are open to the 2019-2020 year! We will meet on the third Friday entire community. Feel free to bring your lunch. of each month, and enjoy a rotating menu from local, kid-friendly restaurants. $5/children, $8/ Saturday Torah Study adults, $25/maximum per family. Saturdays, October 5, 12, 19 & 26, 8:50 a.m. Join us for this weekly discussion of the Torah TBE Families Meet-Up portion led by Rabbi Whinston. Sunday, October 20, 10:00 a.m., Rotating Parks Join TBE Families for our rotating monthly Women’s Torah Study meet-up! There will be opportunities for play, Mondays, October 14 & 28, 7:00 p.m. snacks, and socializing. Contact Beth Pearson, An in-depth study and lively discussion of the [email protected], with questions. week’s Torah portion led by Cantor Regina Ha- yut. The group will explore various passages from Sukkot Family Program the portion looking at several translations and Sunday, October 13, 4:30 p.m., TBE commentaries from a variety of scholars from Get ready for Sukkot with TBE! Make decora- Talmudic times to the modern day. No Hebrew tions, play games, and enjoy a free pizza dinner. knowledge necessary to participate in the discus- RSVP to Sarah Davidson at sdavidson@gmail. sion. For questions, contact Cantor Regina Hayut com. at [email protected]. Brotherhood Sukkot Service & Study Shani Samuel, TBE’s Hebrew Through Movement specialist, plays red-light, green- Guitar-led Shabbat Service Tuesday, October 15, 6:00 p.m., TBE light, in Hebrew, with her students in their first HtM session Fridays, October 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., TBE Join TBE’s Brotherhood for their annual Suk- Sanctuary kot Service in the sukkah, following their suk- and responding to Hebrew commands.” rectly! Hebrew Though Movement offers A special, song-filled, musical celebration with kah raising. n Hebrew Through Movement employs students a chance to internalize the sound singing, dancing, guitar, and a big dose of ruach. immersive language learning that brings and feel of the Hebrew language, to give It’s how we provide another gateway to prayer. Hebrew to life, off the page, and into its them a piece of that internal rubric. students’ ears and mouths. Hebrew Through Movement is a In practice, Hebrew Through Move- free program available online at he- Asylum Continued from page 11 ment classes, which occur weekly in 15- brewthroughmovement.org. Its creators 20 minute sessions, resemble a game of highly recommend that Hebrew Through interpreter if needed. Simon Says or Monkey-See, Monkey-Do. Movement specialists have some famil- “We started to develop a friend- Each week, the Hebrew Through Move- iarity and fluency with Modern Hebrew, ship, and we’re playing together ment specialist introduces new Hebrew and they offer a ten part online seminar and learning about each other, vocabulary not through rote memoriza- for instructors. This year, TBE’s Hebrew and just sharing being a member tion but through action and modeling. Through Movement specialist is Shani of the community, sharing our ex- For example, in an initial Hebrew Through Samuel. Shani is a sophomore at the Uni- perience,” Wasserman said. “I’m a Movement class, the specialist might say versity of Michigan. An Ann Arbor na- mom, Maria’s a mom, so, so far it’s lashevet as they sit down and lakum as they tive, she grew up speaking Hebrew with been very gratifying.” stand up, then invite the students to do the her family, but she says she did not fully American Jews remain broadly same as they repeat the Hebrew words. As appreciate the beautiful way in which He- supportive of immigration even as they increase their vocabulary, students brew brings together Jews from all places the issue has proven divisive na- will engage in more complex interactions, and backgrounds until she began to study tionally. Beth Hatfiloh is among both with each other and with materi- it formally. She is thrilled to share that more than 70 synagogues that have als and objects around the room, all in a beauty with her Hebrew Through Move- joined Mikdash (Hebrew for “sanc- fun, active, engaging atmosphere. Hebrew ment students at TBE. tuary”), a movement spearheaded In January, the Philadelphia synagogue Through Movement transforms Hebrew Temple Beth Emeth is excited to bring by T’ruah to encourage synagogues to build Kol Tzedek committed to supporting a Salva- from a series of archaic symbols to a liv- this new Hebrew learning opportunity to coalitions to work for immigrant rights. T’ruah doran family of seven that fled gang violence ing, breathing, active language! its students and to Ann Arbor. Rabbi Dan- defines sanctuary broadly, from advocating for after one of their children was kidnapped and When most of us learn to read Eng- iel K. Alter, TBE’s Director of Education, immigrant rights to providing support for ref- murdered. Kol Tzedek has raised more than lish, we begin with an incredible advan- recognizes that “while Hebrew Through ugee families to offering them shelter. $60,000 for the family’s expenses for at least a tage: we already know the language! This Movement students will not achieve flu- “I hope that other Jewish communities can year as they await an asylum hearing. means we possess an internal rubric for ency, they will come away with a better follow their lead and really make a big com- “We’ve spent a lot of time getting to know success. We have the ability to recognize grasp of, and hopefully a deeper love for, mitment to their neighbors,” said Rabbi Salem them and building trust and making them words and know when we read and pro- the Hebrew language.” n Pearce, T’ruah’s director of organizing, who feel safe given how much trauma they have,” nounce words accurately. The vast major- helped Goldstein as the rabbi’s congregation Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari said. “There’s, in my n ity of American Hebrew students do not prepared to become a sanctuary synagogue. have this advantage, this internal metric.

18 Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 I Beth Israel Congregation Frankel events October activities at Beth Israel October 2019 Sukkah Construction Supper in the Sukkah Sunday, October 6, 9:30 a.m. Friday, October 18, 6 p.m. Queer Expectations: a Calling all Sukkah Builders! Come do a mitz- Gather with your friends at Beth Israel for Genealogy of Jewish vah with friends and build the beautiful Beth a Sukkot-themed Shabbat meal. Share the Women’s Poetry Israel Sukkah in preparation for the Harvest table with friends under the stars. We’ll have Zohar Weiman-Kelman, Ben-Gurion Holiday of Sukkot. Beth Israel will provide Harvest Bowls: create your own with a selec- University of the Negev the . No experience is necessary. Adults tion of meats, fish, plant-based proteins, re- October 16, 4 pm and teens welcome (due to safety)! RSVP to cently harvested produce and more! $18 per Rackham East Conference Room [email protected]. person. BYO-Adult beverages. RSVP online 915 E. Washington St on the Beth Israel website (www.bethisrael- Kever Avot Memorial Service at aa.org) or to [email protected]. The Art of Leaving: Arborcrest Memorial Park Language, Longing, and Sunday, October 6, 10 a.m. Shabbat Limmud Belonging This is a service in memory of those who are Saturday, October 19, 9:00 a.m. Ayelet Tsabari, Author interred in the cemetery and offers an op- Held before Shabbat morning services by October 28, 7 pm portunity to pay tribute to those who have Rabbi Robert Dobrusin, this session offers a Literati Bookstore contributed so much to our lives, and to the lively discussion on Parashat HaShavua, the 124 E .Washington St. life of this community. Torah portion of the week and other tradi- tional texts. Join us in the library for Torah Tot Shabbat study over coffee and cake! Yiddish In and Out of Context Saturday, October 12 and 26, 11:15 p.m. Frankel Institute Fellows: Justin Tot Shabbat, led by Alona Henig, is our Parent’s Night Out Cammy, Eve Jochnowitz, Mikhail special Shabbat morning program for pre- Saturday, October 19, 7 – 10 p.m. Krutikov, Saul Zaritt schoolers and their parents with songs, sto- Catch a movie, explore a restaurant, or take October 29, 1 pm ries, prayers, and the Shabbat “Mystery Box” a much-needed nap! Drop your kids off at Rackham West Conference Room BIC and enjoy an evening out -- or in. Our Tot Shabbat meets on the second and fourth 915 E. Washington St. Saturday of each month downstairs in the first BIC Parents’ Night Out is October 19, Krickstein Youth Library. 7-10pm. Dinner, snacks and entertainment provided for kids ages 5-15. $10 for one All events are free and open to the public. If you have a disability that requires a Sukkot Services child, $8 each additional. PJs, pillows and reasonable accommodation, please contact the Frankel Center office. Morning Sukkot services: Monday, Oc- blankets encouraged for post-Havdallah LSA.UMICH.EDU/JUDAIC • [email protected] • 734.763.9047 tober 14 and Tuesday, October 15, 9:30 movie-watching. Contact Amanda at en- a.m. [email protected] for more info or to As part of the congregation’s celebration of sign up. Sukkot, there will be a luncheon in the Sukkah on the first day of Sukkot, and Simchat Torah Erev Simchat Torah Service and Consecra- a kiddush in the Sukkah on the second day. tion, Monday, October 21, 6:30 p.m. The lulav and etrog are used in the ancient Simchat Torah Morning Service, ceremony of the lulav and etrog proces- Tuesday, October 22, Shaharit and sions, as well as during the Hallel Service on Hallel services, 8:30 a.m. both those days. For other services on these Simchat Torah Breakfast, 9:30 a.m. holidays please refer to the calendar at www. Torah Service and Hakafot, 10:15 a.m. bethisrael-aa.org. Erev Simchat Torah includes a Maariv Ser- Pizza in the Hut vice and Consecration. On Simchat Torah, Wednesday, October 16, 6 p.m. after the Shaharit and Hallel services, Beth Israel provides a free breakfast in the Social Meet in the Beth Israel Sukkah for Pizza in Hall, followed by the Hakafot, the Torah pro- the Hut! Always relaxing, always friendly – cessionals, and the rest of the service. n enjoy the beautiful fall weather in the suk- kah. Dinner is $10 per person with children ages 4 and under free. RSVP by October 11 to [email protected] or online on the Beth Israel website.

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Chicago, 1890 The lake on fire: a novel by Rosellen Brown. Sarabande Books, 2018. Reviewed by Eeta Gershow can Essays. Formerly the director of the MFA including a National Magazine Award. In Program in Creative Writing at the Univer- addition to writing, Tsabari has worked as a osellen Brown is a prolific author vided between religious families and secular photographer and a journalist. whose work now includes 7 novels members. What they have in common is a The Art of Leaving is an intimate mem- and 4 volumes of poems. Her earlier lack of farming knowledge and very limited R oir in essays. This searching collection opens subjects include parents learning their son resources. Before the inevitable failure of with the death of her father when she was may be a murderer (Before and After, made the collective and dispersal of the residents, just nine years old. His passing left her feel- Chaya Shaderowsky runs away to Chicago. ing rootless, devastated, and driven to ques- The teen refuses to enter an arranged mar- tion her complex identity as an Israeli of riage and become a slave to the farm. Her Yemeni descent in a country that suppressed youngest brother, Asher, insists she take him and devalued her ancestors’ traditions. along. It is hard to imagine how they man- In The Art of Leaving, Tsabari tells her sto- age to survive on the slimmest of resources. ry, from her early love of writing and words, Chaya works in a cigar factory under harsh to her rebellion during her mandatory ser- conditions. Asher finds more lucrative, if vice in the Israeli army. She travels from less legal, ways to support them. These in- sity of Michigan, she now lives in New York Israel to New York, Canada, Thailand, and clude shoplifting, picking pockets, etc. Dur- City. India, falling in and out of love with coun- ing his job at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, Lillian Li received her BA from Princ- tries, men and women, drugs and alcohol, he becomes involved in workers’ rights and eton and her MFA from the University of running away from responsibilities and re- into a movie with Merle Streep and Liam unionization. Gradually, he is implicated Michigan. She is the recipient of a Hopwood fusing to settle in one place. She recounts her Neeson); a Jewish woman and her bi- racial in acts of domestic terrorism against fac- Award in Short Fiction, as well as Glimmer first marriage, her struggle to define herself daughter (Half a Heart) and Tender Mercies, tory owners and bosses. Chaya is courted Train’s New Writer Award. Her work has as a writer in a new language, her decision to the story of Christian believers re-commit- by Gregory Stillman, a non-Jew. When they been featured in Guernica, Granta, and Je- become a mother, and finally her rediscovery ting to their faith and each other (the very marry, the novel takes a turn. Chaya con- zebel. She is from the D.C. metro area and and embrace of her family history--a history fine movie with Robert Duvall). fronts the world of wealthy non-Jews who lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Number One The Lake on Fire is a historical drama. do not accept her. This includes Gregory’s Chinese Restaurant is her first novel. Although the characters are fictitious, the mother and family. This is a very well-writ- In Pollack’s new novel, Professor Maxine story recreates a real period in the lives of ten account of a period in the history of Sayers once found her personal and profes- Jewish immigrants coming to America to the Jews in America. At 349 pages, it moves sional life so fulfilling that she founded the the Goldene Medina–the land where streets briskly. The ending is a bit of a cliffhanger, Institute of Future Studies, a program dedi- are paved with gold. In the 1880’s, a group of leaving the fate of Asher unresolved. n cated to studying the effects of technology Ukrainian Jews settle in rural Wisconsin and on our culture and finding ways to prolong start a farming collective. The settlers are di- human life. But when her beloved husband dies, she is so devastated she can barely get out of bed. To make matters worse, her son, Jewish Authors at Literati Zach, has abruptly quit his job in Silicon Val- Aaron Hamburger ley and been out of contact for seven months. Literati Bookstore will host author Aaron dation, and the Edward F. Albee Foundation Maxine is jolted from her grief by her sud- Hamburger on October 3 at 7 p.m. as part as well as first prize in the Dornstein Con- den suspicion that a favorite former student of its ongoing Fiction at Literati series, in test for Young Jewish Writers. He has taught (and a former close friend of her son) might support of his latest novel Nirvana is Here. creative writing at Columbia University, the be a terrorist called the Technobomber and marked by generations of headstrong wom- When his ex-husband is accused of sexual George Washington University, New York that Zach might either be involved in or be- en who struggled to choose between their harassment in the #metoo era, history pro- University, Brooklyn College, and the Stone- come a victim of this extremist’s bombing. hearts and their homes. Eventually, she real- fessor Ari Silverman is forced to confront coast MFA Program. He currently resides in Deserting her teaching responsibilities, her izes that she must reconcile the memories of long-buried trauma from his childhood, Washington, D.C. ailing mother, and an appealing suitor, Max- her father and the sadness of her past if she where he and his high school crush bonded ine feels compelled to set out and search for is ever going to come to terms with herself. n over the raw emotion of Kurt Cobain’s lyrics Eileen Pollack’s new book is The her son in order to warn and protect him, in the segregated suburbs of 1990s Detroit. Professor of Immortality even as she knows she should report her sus- Aaron Author and former director of the Helen Zell picions to the FBI to prevent greater carnage. New books in the Hamburger Writers’ Program at The University of Mich- Each event at Literati is followed by a is the author igan visits Literati Bookstore as part of their book signing. All are free and open to the of a story col- ongoing Fiction at Literati Series, in support public. Literati is located at 124 E. Washing- TBE library lection titled of her new novel The Professor of Immortal- ton Street. Special to the WJN The View ity. Eileen will be in-conversation with Lite- The Temple Beth Emeth library is a resource from Stalin’s rati bookseller and author Lillian Li. A book Ayelet Tsabari for the whole community. New books are Head (Ran- signing will follow. The event on October 11 Literati Bookstore welcomes award-winning regularly acquired for youth and adults. dom House), at 7 p.m. is free and open to the public. author Ayelet Tsabari October 28 at 7 p.m to Check the website for hours and to search winner of Eileen Pollack is the author of the nov- read from her acclaimed memoir, The Art of the online catalog. the Rome els The Bible of Dirty Jokes, A Perfect Life, Leaving. A book signing will follow. Prize from Breaking and Entering, and Paradise, New Ayelet Tsabari was born in Israel to a Memoir: the American York, the short-story collections In the large family of Yemeni descent. After serv- Alice Bloch. Mother-daughter banquet: Academy of Mouth and The Rabbi in the Attic, and the ing in the Israeli army, she traveled exten- A memoir. Minerva Press Rising, 2019. Arts and Let- nonfiction books The Only Woman in the sively throughout Southeast Asia and North Alice Bloch’s ters. His sec- Room: Why Science Is Still a Boys’ Club America, and now lives in Tel Aviv. She 1883 novel, The Law of Return ond book, the and Woman Walking Ahead: In Search of teaches creative writing at the University is a classic of novel Faith for Beginners (Random House), Catherine Weldon and Sitting Bull. She has of King’s College’s MFA Program in Cre- lesbian feminist was nominated for a Lambda Literary ative Nonfiction and at Tel Aviv University. received fellowships from the National En- literature. Her Award. His writing has appeared in The New dowment for the Arts, the Michener Foun- Tsabari’s first book, The Best Place on Earth, won the Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Litera- new memoir is a York Times, The Washington Post, The Chica- dation, the Rona Jaffe Foundation, and the pleasure. go Tribune, O, the Oprah Magazine, Details, Massachusetts Arts Council. Her novella ture and the Edward Lewis Wallant Award for Jewish Fiction, and was nominated for The Village Voice, Poets & Writers, Tin House, “The Bris” was chosen to appear in Best Alice Shalvi. Out, Michigan Quarterly Review, The For- American Short Stories, edited by Stephen the Frank O’Connor International Short Never a native. ward and numerous other publications. In King; two other stories have been awarded Story Award. It was also a New York Times Halban, 2018. addition, he has also won fellowships from Pushcart Prizes, and her essay “Pigeons” was Editors’ Choice pick and included in Kirkus Alice Shalvi was Yaddo, Djerassi, the Civitella Ranieri Foun- selected by Cheryl Strayed for Best Ameri- Reviews’ Best Debut Fiction of 2016. Essays from this book have also won several awards, continued on next page

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In new book, Obama speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz goes on a Jewish journey Alix Wall born in 1926 and moved to Israel in hen Sarah Hurwitz was work- and much more through a Jewish lens, and “I wrote about girls in other countries 1949. She is a founding mother of the ing as a senior speechwriter that affects the way I act on a daily basis.” who don’t have the opportunity to go to Israeli feminist movement. Her life W for President Barack Obama, Because her book is about Judaism and school, and that each one is infinitely worthy is an important window on the past and later as head speechwriter for Michelle not a memoir about her time in the White and equal to any other girl and has some- century. Obama, she often was assumed to be a good House from 2009 to 2017, neither politics thing amazing to offer,” Hurwitz said. source of knowledge about Judaism. nor the Obamas get much play. (Hurwitz, Quite early in her journey, Hurwitz at- Fiction: Except Hurwitz wasn’t. a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard tended a Jewish meditation retreat, where Nathan Englander. Kaddish.com. Alfred She had grown up nominally Reform. Law School, also worked on Hillary Clin- she had a transformational moment about A. Knopf, 2019. Englander is always a And after her bat mitzvah, Hurwitz felt her good read. relationship with Judaism was pretty much Ann S Epstein. Azia and Gemma. Vine Leaves Press, 2018. Ann Arbor novelist over. Ann Epstein is a local treasure. “I don’t think I’m the only Jew who has Mihail Sebastian. For two thousand years. viewed Judaism as if it were a distant rela- Other Press, 2017. Mihail Sebastian’s tive whom I loved in a vague familial way 1934 masterpiece, now available in and was required to see a few times a year but English for the first time, was written had no desire to get to know further,” Hur- during the rise of fascism in Romania witz wrote in her new book, Here All Along: and across Europe. Finding Meaning, Spirituality, and a Deeper Connection to Life – in Judaism (After Finally New non-ficiton: Choosing to Look There) (Spiegel & Grau). Michael Sfard,. The wall and the gate: Almost on a whim, Hurwitz decided to Israel, Palestine, and the legal battle for take an Introduction to Judaism class, sup- human rights. Metropolitan Books, posing there were worse ways to spend her Henry Holt and Company, 2018. A se- precious free time. lection of the Ann Arbor Reconstruc- Being reintroduced to Judaism as an adult tionist Congregation book club. made Hurwitz curious to know what else she Jeremy Benstein. Hebrew roots, Jewish had missed out on — so much so that for the routes: a tribal language in a global next five years she embarked on a spiritual world. Behrman House, Inc, 2019. journey of sorts. Figuring there were many Hebrew teachers and learners, don’t Sarah Hurwitz, an introductory course launched an exploration of Judaism. (Ran- pass this up. others like her, Hurwitz resolved to write a dom House) Tirzah Firestone. Wounds into wisdom: book to explain to her fellow disaffected Jews healing intergenerational Jewish trau- what they’ve been missing. her concept of God. ma. Monkfish Book Publishing, 2019. “In that class, I was exposed to Jewish “Before that retreat, I had assumed that ethics and all of this really profound and Judaism says that God is a man in the sky Poetry insightful and wise thinking about what it who rewards and punishes us, and with that A God in the house: poets talk about faith. means to be a good person,” Hurwitz said in as my only God option I was an atheist,” she Tupelo Press, 2012. Edited by Ilya an interview. “I was exposed to Jewish spiri- said. “But on this retreat, it was the first time Kaminsky. tuality and theology, which is incredibly so- I was exposed to Jewish conceptions of God Rachel Tzvia Back. What use is poetry: phisticated and moving and thoughtful and that were a lot more sophisticated. I was ex- the poet is asking. Shearsman Books, was so much more resonant with me than posed to Hasidic thinking, which talks about 2019. anything I had heard previously.” God not as a being in the sky but as every- Ilya Kaminsky. Dancing in Odessa. Tu- Being a Jew who didn’t come from a strong thing, as the source of all life.” pelo Press, 2004. Jewish background makes her story relatable In a section of her book on how to pray, Ilya Kaminsky. Deaf republic: poems. to readers, Hurwitz said. She takes readers Hurwitz admits her own discomfort with Graywolf Press, 2019. through her discovery of canonical Jewish some of the language in Jewish liturgy, such Dwight L. Wilson. Modern psalms: in thinkers like Mordecai Kaplan and Martin as the line in the evening prayer, Maariv [the search of peace and justice. Friends Buber, along with a wide range of contem- prayer is the Maariv Aravim. The whole eve- United Press, 2017. porary figures whose books she read, includ- ning service is Maariv]: “Praised are you, Henia Karmel-Wolfe and Ilona Karmel. A wall of two: poems of resistance and ing Rabbi Jill Jacobs, director of T’ruah-The Adonai our God, Ruler of the universe, who suffering from Krakow to Buchenwald Rabbinic Call for Human Rights, and Jewish speaks the evening into being, skillfully and beyond. University of California ethics expert Rabbi Joseph Telushkin. opens the gates, thoughtfully alters the time Press, 2007. “In five years of intensive exploration, I and changes the seasons and arranges the spoke to such a wonderful range of people,” stars in their heavenly courses according to New Children’s books: she said. “I love the diversity of those who plan.” Shlomo Abas. The sages of Chelm and have mentored me. I got such a tremendous It makes “God sound like a cross between the moon. Green Books, 2019. range of perspectives.” an emcee, an experienced doorperson and a Delightful re-telling of the well-loved Concomitantly, Hurwitz’s own Jewish en- ton’s 2008 presidential campaign and wrote professional event planner,” she wrote. folktale. gagement deepened. She experimented with speeches for candidates John Kerry and Wes- Quoting Hadar Institute CEO Rabbi Elie Leslea Newman. Gittel’s journey: an Ellis observing Shabbat. In 2015, she traveled to ley Clark during the ‘04 presidential cam- Kaunfer, Hurwitz advises readers to learn Island story. Abrams Books for Young Israel with REALITY, a weeklong leadership paign.) enough about each prayer to wonder what Readers, 2019. journey run by the Charles and Lynn Schus- But one anecdote about her work with the it could possibly mean for them. She also ad- Passover Haggadah Graphic Novel. Ko- terman Family Foundation for “highly influ- first lady shows how universal some themes vises that scripted communal prayer is not ren, 2019. Surprisingly complex and ential thinkers and trailblazers” that aims to in the Torah can be. the only way to pray. facsinating. “ignite their ambition to change the world.” “One of the key animating insights of the “Meditation is a Jewish spiritual practice, Golbarg Bashi. P is for Palestine: A Pales- She also was recently named a Schusterman Torah and all of Judaism, really, is that we as is unscripted personal prayer,” she said. tine alphabet book. Dr. Bashi, 2017. Fellow, which Hurwitz describes as “a phe- are all created in the image of God,” Hurwitz “We also have a beautiful blessing practice, Juan Pablo Iglesias. Daniel and Ismail. nomenal leadership development program said. “What this phrase means is that we’re all with constant wake-up calls to be grateful for Restless Books, Inc, 2019. Sandy Eisenberg Sasso. Regina persisted: for creating Jewish leaders.” worthy, totally equal and completely unique.” the daily blessings we have.” an untold story. & Press, Most notably, she said, her Jewish learn- When Hurwitz first came across that con- This article, sponsored by and produced 2018. Regina Jonas became the first ing impacted how she treats others. cept in the Torah, it occurred to her that it in partnership with The Charles and Lynn woman rabbi in Berlin before WWII. n “The mitzvot include not just ritual prac- wasn’t new to her at all, but rather “the ani- Schusterman Family Foundation, is part of tices, but also ethical ones,” Hurwitz said. mating idea of almost any speech I’ve written a series about how young Jews are trans- “My Jewish practice has very much deepened in my life.” forming Jewish life in the 21st century. around those – how I use my speech, how I She specifically remembered how it fig- This article was produced by JTA’s native treat others, how I understand my commit- ured into a speech that Michelle Obama gave content team. n ments to those in need. I now see all of that about girls’ education. Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 21 I Calendar

contributed so much to our lives, and to the Women’s Torah Study: TBE. An in-depth study October 2019 life of this community. 10 a.m. and lively discussion of the week’s Torah por- Saturday 19 Kol HaLev Rehearsal: TBE. 6:15-7:45 p.m. tion led by Cantor Regina Hayut. The group Shabbat Limmud: BIC. Held before Shabbat Tanya–Jewish Mysticism: Chabad. Delve into will explore various passages from the portion morning services by Rabbi Robert Dobrusin, the basic text of Chassidim and discover the looking at several translations and commen- this session will offer a lively discussion on Tuesday 1, beauty and depth of Judaism. 11–11a.m. noon. taries from a variety of scholars from Talmudic times to the modern day. No Hebrew knowl- Parashat HaShavua, the Torah portion of the 2nd day of Rosh Hashanah edge necessary to participate in the discussion. week and other traditional texts. 9 a.m. Monday 7 For questions, contact Cantor Regina Hayut at Torah Study: TBE. Weekly discussion of the Spirituality Book Club: TBE. Discussions led by [email protected]. 7–9 p.m. Torah portion led by Rabbi Whinston 8:50- TBE Cantor Emeritus Annie Rose. Oct books WTBE Fiber Arts: TBE, Adult Lounge. All are 9:50 a.m. are More Fully Alive: The Benefits of Using welcome – beginners to experts, we help each Tuesday 15 Brotherhood Blood Drive: TBE. 9:00 a.m. – Jewish Wisdom for Responding to Stress and other to get better at our craft. We have some 2:00 p.m. Overload 2016.Plus the first section of Alden project ideas and materials to help you out. As Tea and Torah on Tuesday—for Women: Solovy’s Jewish Prayers of Hope and Healing. a group we will be knitting hats for cancer pa- Shabbat services: See listing at the end of the Chabad. Reading the Torah may be easy, but 7:30-9 p.m. tients that can be completed successfully as a calendar. beginner. For more information contact Mar- understanding it is no simple matter. Study of Wednesday 2 tha Weintraub at weintraub.martha@gmail. the text with the classical Rashi commentary. Sunday 20, Erev Shemini Atzeret com. 7:30–9 p.m. 8 p.m. Brotherhood Sukkot Service & Study: TBE. TBE Families Monthly Meet-Up: Offiste. 10a.m.- Theology Book Club: BIC - GSAC 2010 Lower 6 p.m. Level. Join the Theology Book Club to read Tuesday 8, Kol Nidre Noon. and discuss books on Jewish thought and be- Simchat Torah Service: TBE. 7:00-8:00 p.m. liefs. 8 p.m. See page 23 for each congregations times Wednesday 16 Tanya–Jewish Mysticism: Chabad. Delve into the basic text of Chassidim and discover the .Yiddish Conversation & beauty and depth of Judaism. 11 – noon) יִידיש טיש Yidish tish Thursday 3 Wednesday 9, Yom Kippur Reading Group): JCC, Conference Room. Combines the long-time JCC Yiddish reading Baking Mavens: TBE. 9 a.m.–1 p.m See page 23 for each congregations times group and the former UM conversational one, Monday 21, Shemini Atzeret Spirituality Book Club: TBE. Discussions led by about 45 minutes each of conversation and TBE Cantor Emeritus Annie Rose. Oct books Thursday 10 reading. Free and open to all who are interest- Yizkor Service & Luncheon: TBE. 11:00 a.m. – are More Fully Alive: The Benefits of Using ed in Yiddish language, literature, and culture; 1:00 p.m. Jewish Wisdom for Responding to Stress and Jewish Meditation with Linda Greene: TBE. level of proficiency and age of no consequence. WTBE Fiber Arts: TBE, Adult Lounge. For more Overload 2016.Plus the first section of Alden 1-2 p.m., A variety of topics are discussed with an effort information contact Martha Weintraub at Solovy’s Jewish Prayers of Hope and Healing. Back Door Food Pantry: TBE. 4–7 p.m. to improve participants’ Yiddish speaking and [email protected]. 7:30–9 p.m. Noon - 1 p.m. reading skills, especially vocabulary. All are Kol Halev Rehearsal: TBE. 7:30-9 p.m. Jewish Meditation with Linda Greene: TBE. welcome to join in at any time, or to just lis- Tuesday 22, Simchat Torah 1-2 p.m., Talmud–Jewish Civil Law: Chabad. Sharpen ten. For more information or to make certain your wits and knowledge of the Jewish legal Back Door Food Pantry: TBE. 4–7 p.m. that we are meeting on a specific day, please Simchat Torah: BIC. Simchat Torah Shaharit 8:30 system by following the intriguing discussions e-mail Elliot H. Gertel at [email protected] Author Aaron Hamburger: Literati Bookstore. a.m., Breakfast 9:30 a.m., Torah Reading and in the Talmud. The Talmud is a composite of or call Lily Ladin at (734) 662-6613 at least one 7 p.m Hakafot 10:15 a.m. practical law, logical argumentation and mor- day before scheduled meeting day. 10:30 a.m. Kol Halev Rehearsal: TBE. 7:30-9 p.m. al teachings. Study from the original Talmud -- 12 noon. tractate. 8 p.m. Thursdays Talmud–Jewish Civil Law: Chabad. Sharpen Pizza in the Hut: BIC. Meet in the Beth Israel Wednesday 23 your wits and knowledge of the Jewish legal Sukkah for Pizza in the Hut! Always relax- & Yiddish Conversation)יִידיש טיש system by following the intriguing discussions Friday 11 ing, always friendly – enjoy the beautiful fall Yidish tish in the Talmud. The Talmud is a composite of weather in the sukkah. Dinner is $10 per per- Reading Group): JCC, Conference Room. For practical law, logical argumentation and mor- Lunch and Learn: TBE. Adult Lounge. Rabbi son with children ages 4 and under free. RSVP more information or to make certain that we al teachings. Study from the original Talmud Whinston meets on Fridays for an informal by October 11 to [email protected] or are meeting on a specific day, please e-mail El- tractate. 8 p.m. Thursdays discussion about religion. Sessions are open to online on the Beth Israel website. 6 p.m. liot H. Gertel at [email protected] or call Lily Ladin at (734) 662-6613 at least one day before the entire community. Feel free to bring your Theology Book Club: BIC - GSAC 2010 Lower scheduled meeting day. 10:30 a.m. -- 12 noon. Friday 4 lunch. Noon–1 p.m. Level. Join the Theology Book Club to read Tot Shabbat: TBE. Tot Shabbat (0-5yrs) from and discuss books on Jewish thought and be- Theology Book Club: BIC - GSAC 2010 Lower Lunch and Learn: TBE. Adult Lounge. Rabbi 5:45–6:15 p.m. Tot Shabbat Dinner from liefs. 8 p.m. Level. Join the Theology Book Club to read and discuss books on Jewish thought and be- Whinston meets on Fridays for an informal 6:15–6:45 p.m. liefs. 8 p.m. discussion about religion. Sessions are open to Author Ellen Pollack: Literati Bookstore. 7 p.m Thursday 17 the entire community. Feel free to bring your Shabbat with Kol Halev: TBE. 7:30 – 9 p.m. lunch. Noon–1 p.m. Thursday 24 Friday evening services: See listing at the end of Jewish Meditation with Linda Greene: TBE. 1-2 Ribbon cutting celebration and open house at the calendar. p.m., the new FLI Doris H. Sperling Learning Cen- Jewish Meditation with Linda Greene: TBE. 1-2 Back Door Food Pantry: TBE. 4–7 p.m. ter. Family Learning Institute, 1954-D South p.m., Brotherhood Guys’ Night Out: Offsite. 6:30- Industrial Highway, Ann Arbor, Michigan Saturday 12 Back Door Food Pantry: TBE. 4–7 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 48104. 4:30-6 p.m. Talmud–Jewish Civil Law: Chabad. See first Talmud–Jewish Civil Law: Chabad. See first Tot Shabbat: TBE. Tot Shabbat (0-5yrs) from Torah Study: TBE. Weekly discussion of the Torah Thursday of month for details. 8 p.m. Thursday of month for details. 8 p.m. 5:45–6:15 p.m. Tot Shabbat Dinner from portion led by Rabbi Whinston 8:50–9:50 a.m. Thursdays. 6:15–6:45 p.m. B’nai Mitzvah Service: TBE. 10 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Thursdays. Friday evening services: See listing at the end of Ta-Shma Come and Learn. AARC. Half hour of Friday 25 the calendar. learning before Shabbat morning prayer ser- Friday 18 vice. At the JCC. 10 a.m. Lunch and Learn: TBE. Adult Lounge. Rabbi Lunch and Learn: TBE. Adult Lounge. Rabbi Tot Shabbat: BIC. This special Shabbat morning Whinston meets on Fridays for an informal Saturday 5 Whinston meets on Fridays for an informal program is for preschoolers and their parents discussion about religion. Sessions are open to discussion about religion. Sessions are open to with songs, stories, prayers, and the Shabbat the entire community. Feel free to bring your Torah Study: TBE. Weekly discussion of the To- the entire community. Feel free to bring your “Mystery Box.” 11:15 a.m. lunch. Noon–1 p.m. rah portion led by Rabbi Whinston 8:50 a.m. lunch. Noon–1 p.m. WTBE Community Wellness Program: Suicide Guitar-led Shabbat Service: TBE. Sanctuary Euchre Night: TBE. 8-10 p.m. Supper in the Sukkah: BIC. Gather with your Prevention: TBE. 2-5 p.m. 6:30–8 p.m. Shabbat services: See listing at the end of the friends at Beth Israel for a Sukkot-themed calendar. Shabbat services: See listing at the end of the Shabbat meal. Share the table with friends un- Friday evening services: See listing at the end of calendar. der the stars. BYO-Adult beverages. RSVP on- the calendar. Sunday 6 line on the Beth Israel website (www.bethisra- Sunday 13, Erev Sukkot el-aa.org) or to [email protected] p.m. Saturday 26 Sukkah construction: BIC. Come do a mitzvah Tot Shabbat: TBE. Tot Shabbat (0-5yrs) from with friends and build the beautiful Beth Israel Sukkot Family Program: TBE. 4:30 p.m.. 5:45–6:15 p.m. Tot Shabbat Tastes Ann Arbor Torah Study: TBE. Weekly discussion of the Sukkah in preparation for the Harvest Holiday $5/children, $8/adults, $25/maximum per Torah portion led by Rabbi Whinston 8:50 of Sukkot. RSVP to [email protected]. Monday 14 family.from 6:15–6:45 p.m. – 9:50 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Friday evening services: See listing at the end of Learner’s Shabbat: BIC. Halakhically these will Kever Avot Memorial Service: Arborcrest Memo- WTBE Historical Novel Reading Group: TBE. the calendar. fall under the rubric of “Learner’s Services” rial Park. A service in memory of those who This month’s read is Plot Against American by during which one may focus on learning and are interred in the cemetery and offers an op- Philip Roth. 12:30–2:30 p.m. deepening our experience of the prayers rather portunity to pay tribute to those who have than reciting them comprehensively. 9:30 a.m.

22 Washtenaw Jewish News A October 2019 YOM KIPPUR Erev 10/9 10/8 Beth Israel Congregation Tot Shabbat: BIC. This special Shabbat morning the JCC. Tot Shabbat from 5:45–6:15 p.m. Kol Nidre 6:45 p.m. program is for preschoolers and their parents Pizza for the little ones at 6:15 p.m. Service at 9th - 12th Grade Service 6:45 p.m. with songs, stories, prayers, and the Shabbat 6:30 p.m., followed by vegetarian potluck at Shacharit 8 a.m. 8 p.m. Childcare during service. All are wel- “Mystery Box.” 11:15 a.m. Children’s Programs: K - 5 / 6 - 8 10 a.m. come to attend. For information, email info@ Shabbat services: See listing at the end of the grades calendar. aarecon.org, phone (734) 445-1910, or visit www.aarecon.org. Yizkor 11 a.m. Shabbat Service: Chabad. Begins at candle light- Study Session 2 p.m. Sunday 27 ing time. Home hospitality available for Shab- Group Discussion 3 p.m. bat meals and Jewish holidays. Call (734) 995- Mincha/Neila 4:30 p.m. Foundations of Jewish Family Living: AAOM 3276 in advance. and PJ Library. New series at the JCC. 10 a.m. Break-the-fast 7:30 p.m. Tanya–Jewish Mysticism: Chabad. Delve into the basic text of Chassidim and discover the Weekly Shabbat services Chabad House Shabbat Services: AAOM. Morning service at beauty and depth of Judaism. 11a.m.- noon. UM Hillel, 9:30 a.m. Home Hospitality for Candlelighting 6:47 p.m. Kol HaLev Rehearsal: TBE. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Shabbat and Holiday Meals: Contact: wel- Evening Service 6:45 pm. [email protected]. Fast begins 7:03 p.m. Monday 28 Shabbat Services: BIC. 9:30 a.m. For other ser- Morning Services 9:45 a.m. vice times, visit www.bethisrael-aa.org. Yizkor Memorial Services 12:30 p.m. Caring for You Caring for Me: JFS. At United Shabbat Services: AARC. Second Saturday of Afternoon/Evening Service 5:30 p.m. Way of Ann Arbor, 2305 Platt Road.4-6p.m. each month at the JCC. 10 a.m. Ta-Shma/ Fast ends 7:40 p.m. Women’s Torah Study: TBE. An in-depth study Come and Learn. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. and lively discussion of the week’s Torah por- Traditional liturgy with music, chanting and tion led by Cantor Regina Hayut. The group contemporary readings and discussion. For Hillel will explore various passages from the portion information, email [email protected], phone Reform Kol Nidre 6:45 p.m. . looking at several translations and commen- (734) 445-1910, or visit www.aarecon.org. Reform Morning 10:30 a.m taries from a variety of scholars from Talmudic Shabbat Services: Chabad. Friday night ser- Reform Concluding 7 p.m. times to the modern day. No Hebrew knowl- vices at Shabbat candle lighting time. Satur- edge necessary to participate in the discussion. day morning services at 9:45 a.m. Afternoon Conservative Kol Nidre 6:45 p.m. For questions, contact Cantor Regina Hayut at Mincha services 45 minutes before sundown. Conservative Morning 9:30 a.m. [email protected]. 7–9 p.m Call (734) 995-3276 for Home Hospitality and Orthodox see AAOM Author Ayelet Tsabari: Literati Bookstore. 7 p.m Meals for Shabbat and Jewish Holidays. Spring Civil Rights Journey Informational Shabbat Services: Pardes Hannah. Gener- Jewish Cultural Society Meeting: TBE. TBE is planning a Civil Rights ally meets the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each Kol Nidre 7 p.m Trip this spring. The tour organized by Etgar month. Call (734) 663-4039 for more infor- starts in Atlanta on Thursday April 30, 2020 mation. 10 a.m. Led by Rabbi Elliot Ginsburg. Yom Kippur 2 p.m. and concludes in Atlanta on Sunday May 4th. Shabbat Services: TBE. Torah Study at 8:50 a.m. Break– the– Fast Potluck 6 p.m. There will be stops in Montgomery includ- Morning Minyan with Rabbi Josh Whinston ing the Legacy of Slavery Museum and the and Cantor Regina Lambert-Hayut at 9:30 Ann Arbor Orthodox Minyan Lynching Memorial, Selma Alabama and Bir- a.m. Sanctuary Service at 10 a.m. most weeks. (AAOM) mingham. To learn more about the itinerary Call the office at (734) 665-4744 or consult Early Mincha 4:30 p.m. and other opportunities to engage in learning website at www.templebethemeth.org for ser- Late Mincha Kol Nidre 6:40 p.m. about the ongoing struggle for civil rights, vice details. Shacharit 9 a.m. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Home Hospitality and Meals: Chabad. Every Shabbat and Holiday. Call (734) 995-3276 in Neila 6:40 p.m. Tuesday 29 advance. Havdallah 7:44 p.m. Tea and Torah on Tuesday–for Women: Chabad. Phone numbers and addresses of 8 p.m. See first Tuesday of month. organizations frequently listed in Pardes Hannah the calendar: Kol Nidre Reflection 6:15 p.m. Wednesday 30 Candlelighting and service 6:44 p.m. Morning Service 9:15 p.m. (Yiddish Conversation & Arbor Orthodox Minyan (AAOM)יִידיש טישYidish tish Reading Group): JCC, Conference Room. For 1429 Hill Street 248-408-3269 Open Time/Walking Meditation 2:30 p.m. Meditation followed by Brief Study 3:45 p.m. more information or to make certain that we Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation (AARC) are meeting on a specific day, please e-mail El- 2935 Birch Hollow Drive 913-9705 MIncha Accepting Deployment. 4:15 p.m liot H. Gertel at [email protected] or call Lily Yizkor 5:30 p.m. Ladin at (734) 662-6613 at least one day before Beth Israel Congregation (BIC) Neilah 6:45 p.m scheduled meeting day. 10:30 a.m. -- 12 noon. 2000 Washtenaw Ave. 665-9897 Havdallah and Potluck Break-the-fast. 7:42 p.m. Theology Book Club: BIC - GSAC 2010 Lower Chabad House Level. Join the Theology Book Club to read 715 Hill Street 995-3276 and discuss books on Jewish thought and be- Ann Arbor Reconstructionist liefs. 8 p.m. Jewish Community Center (JCC) Congregation 2935 Birch Hollow Drive 971-0990 Kol Nidre Candlelighting. 6:45 p.m. Thursday 31 Jewish Cultural Society (JCS) Yom Kippur Morning and Torah service 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 2935 Birch Hollow Drive 975-9872 Children’s Service 10:30–11:30 a.m. Jewish Meditation with Linda Greene: TBE. Afternoon programming 2:30–4:30 p.m. 1-2 p.m., Jewish Family Services (JFS) Yizkor. 4:15-6:15 p.m. Back Door Food Pantry: TBE. 4–7 p.m. 2245 South State Street 769-0209 Neilah/Shofar 8:15 p.m. 6:30–7:45 p.m. Talmud–Jewish Civil Law: Chabad. See first Jewish Federation Break-the-fast 7:45 p.m. Thursday of month for details. 8 p.m. 2939 Birch Hollow Drive 677-0100 Thursdays. Pardes Hannah Temple Beth Emeth 2010 Washtenaw Ave. 761-5324 Weekly Friday night Shabbat services Adult Service #1 5 p.m. Temple Beth Emeth (TBE) Adult Service #2 8 p.m. Shabbat Service: AAOM. Services held at UM 2309 Packard Road 665-4744 Adult Service #1 9 a.m. Hillel at candle lighting. Contact rabbi@an- UM Hillel Family Service 9:20 a.m. narborminyan.org to confirm time. 1429 Hill Street 769-0500 Tot/Pre– Reader Service 9:20 a.m. Shabbat Service: BIC. 6 p.m. AARTY Service: grades 9–12 11:30 a.m. Shabbat Service: TBE. Tot Shabbat at 6 p.m., followed by tot dinner. Traditional Service at Adult Service #2 11:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Once a month Middle School Ser- Study Session 2:30 p.m. vice at 7:30 p.m. For information, call (734) Afternoon Service 4 p.m. 665-4744. Yizkor/Neilah 6 p.m. Shabbat Service: AARC. Every fourth Friday at WTBE Break-th-fast Follows Neilah

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What is a “feuilleton”? Special to the WJN f you have never heard the word feuil- also multilingual and transnational, with In Europe, the feuilleton became associ- understood. leton (pronounced fuh-yah-tawn), or if feuilletons published in a remarkable num- ated with Jews and Jewishness because so Nineteenth and twentieth century feuil- I you have heard it, but are not sure what it ber of languages across the globe, though the many feuilleton writers were Jewish. The letons, which have never been collected is, you are not alone. This may change soon, feuilleton was not a genre used in the Ameri- feuilleton was understood by some to be a and anthologized in their geographical and thanks to a recent National Endowment for can, English language press. “Jewish” genre or form, identified, for good linguistic diversity, are key source texts for the Humanities (NEH) Collaborative Re- Though some say or bad, with specific students and researchers in fields such as search grant that was awarded to Professor that the New Yorker’s kinds of writing and history, literary studies, cultural studies, Shachar Pinsker of the Frankel Center for “Talk of the Town” modes of communi- critical theory, and communications. No Judaic Studies and Department of Middle is an example of a cation. Furthermore, single scholar has the necessary expertise to East Studies at the University of Michigan, modern day feuille- the feuilleton was an assess the feuilleton and its impact in shap- and co-directors Professor Naomi Brenner ton, Pinsker cautions, important feature ing modern politics, culture, and journal- (Ohio State University) and Professor Mat- “that example of a in the creation of a ism. The NEH sponsored conferences will thew Handelman (Michigan State Univer- contemporary feuil- transnational mod- bring together international scholars from sity). This grant will fund conferences at the leton in the Ameri- ern Jewish press. With different academic disciplines to examine Hebrew University in Jerusalem (November can context is only a specific focus on the feuilleton and the possibilities it offered for 2019) and at the University of Michigan in one way to look at it. “Jewishness” of the articulating and disseminating versions of Ann Arbor (May 2020), bringing together Some would say that feuilleton, this proj- modernity. At its core, the project proposes a diverse international group of scholars TV series (soap op- ect investigates the the feuilleton as a new area for intensive, working on the feuilleton, the public sphere, era) are continuation unique place of the interdisciplinary and multilingual inquiry, and Jewish cultures. of the roman-feuil- feuilleton in the cre- seeing the feuilleton as a critical juncture in Feuilletons (French for “little sheet of leton (serial fiction), ation of modern Jew- the production of modern cultures and sen- paper), were entertaining essays, sketches, or even that social ish cultures in French, sibilities. satires, stories, and serialized novels, an media such as blogs German, Russian, and This project was initiated in 2017 as a important and immensely popular fea- is the feuilleton of to- Polish, as well as in collaboration between the three co-directors ture in newspapers and journals during day. These compari- Jewish languages such and a growing group of scholars from North the nineteenth and first half of the twenti- sons are interesting as Hebrew, Yiddish, America, Europe and Europe. Early stages eth centuries. A form of urban literature to think about, but Ladino, and Judeo- were supported by a Small Initiatives Grant and journalism, the feuilleton was a critical complex. The feuil- Arabic. from the American Academy for Jewish Re- public space for political debate, social com- leton still exists in German and Austrian While the feuilleton is a historical phe- search, the Frankel Center for Judaic Studies mentary and literary innovation that supple- newspapers today, but it means something nomenon, it raises questions about changing at the University of Michigan and the Melton mented the news in a time of rising literacy different: The Arts and Culture section of the modes of communication, the distinction Center for Jewish Studies at The Ohio State and growing newspaper circulation. It was newspaper.” between news and commentary in mass University. Building on this initial success, media, and the formation of cultural and and in collaboration with Professor Ofer political discourse, issues that continue to Dynes from the Hebrew University and Pro- resonate in digital media. fessor Liliane Weisberg from the University The Feuilleton Project (www.feuilleton- of Pennsylvania, the NEH grant will invite project.org) aims to investigate and illumi- scholars in a variety of disciplines, languages, nate the feuilleton, its generic features, and geographical areas, historical contexts and its development within the context of the national traditions to map the feuilleton, public sphere of modernity. It will bring the identify important sources and texts, and historical and contemporary importance discuss and plan subsequent publication in of the feuilleton to the awareness of schol- print and digital forms. n ars, students, and the public, and make key feuilletons available, accessible, and better

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More Jewish food from the Middle East Lonnie Sussman credibly complicated history of Mizrachi 1 tsp ground ginger had one) with a steel blade and pulse until ews lived in the ancient areas of the Jews and their food, but found it too fasci- 1 tsp you have a thick paste. Middle East and North Africa and as nating to leave it at one column. The breadth Generous pinch of For the cake, mix together the cream of far east as Afghanistan and the rest of and depth of the recipes is amazing. I really Juice of 1 lemon wheat, semolina, sugar, baking powder, oil, J hope some of you try these recipes and let 4 Tbl cold water the Silk Road for at least 2,000 years. In some orange juice and orange zest together in a 2 tsp salt areas like Libya, they lived there even longer. me know how your families liked them. My bowl. You will have a thick batter. 2 tsp ground pepper North African Jews began emigrating to Is- family will be eating many of these foods for Spread half the batter into the prepared pan the holidays and for Shabbat. Scant ¾ cup unskinned (or rael after 1948 as life in their home countries pine nuts or even almonds) and top with the date filling, spreading it to became more dangerous or even impossible. So, buy some rose water, a bit of saffron, the edges of the pan, Pour the remaining some almonds, pine nuts and spice blends of 3½Tbl honey The Jews from these countries brought their 2 Tbl rose water batter over the top, smooth the surface and , ginger, fenugreek, and ancient food traditions with them and have 2 green , chopped score the top of the cake into 2-inch diamond and let’s get cooking. n helped develop an . Mix the chicken pieces with the onions, shapes. Gently push one whole almond ver- Last month I started exploring the in- oil, ginger, cinnamon, saffron, lemon juice, tically into the center of each diamond and water salt and pepper and marinate at least scatter the seeds all over the batter. one hour or overnight. Preheat oven to 375 Bake 30-45 minutes until golden on top. Shirin Polo – Sweet Jeweled degrees and toast the nuts until fragrant. 15 minutes before the cake is done, make the from The Book of Jewish Food, by Claudia. Chop coarsely and set aside. syrup. In a small saucepan bring the sugar Roden Transfer chicken to a baking sheet or pan (and honey, if using that), ½ cup of water Serves 6, large enough to hold everything. Place and lemon juice to a simmer. Cook for about This is a famous Iranian Jewish dish served chicken skin side up and bake for about 35 10 minutes and stir frequently. Remove from at special occasions like weddings. Like minutes. the heat and add the saffron and let steep about 5 minutes. Pour the warm syrup over many recipes, there are different versions. While the chicken is roasting, mix the honey, the cake and let stand at least 6 hours or I will include some of the options for you rose water and nuts together to make a rough more for the cake to absorb the syrup. to choose. It’s not a difficult dish to make paste. Remove chicken from oven and spoon even though there are several steps. You can 6 skin on chicken legs and thighs, sepa- rated the paste generously over the pieces to cover make your life easier by buying candied or- the skin. Return to oven to cook about 5-10 ange peel. 1 Tbl lemon juice 2 Tbl kosher salt minutes more until the chicken is thorough- ¼ cup canola oil ly cooked and the nuts are golden brown. David Hertz, who 2-½cups basmati rice, washed and then 2 large onions, finely chopped Serve garnished with green onions for color. soaked in cold water with 1 Tbl salt 3 garlic cloves, smashed uses food for social for 1 hour. 1 tsp ground Grated peel or finely shredded peel of 2 1 tsp ground ginger King Solomon’s Cake – Saefra, oranges 1 ts. ground cardamom from King Solomon’s Table by Joan Nathan change, wins ½ cup sugar 1 tsp ground turmeric 1/ -½cup dried pitted sour cherries and 8-10 servings Pareve 3 1 tsp $100K Bronfman 1/ -½cup dried cranberries or chopped This is a Libyan dessert that is reported to be 3 1 tsp ground fenugreek seed from King Solomon himself. Does that mean dried apricots and chopped dates 1 tsp freshly ground 5-6 Tbl oil (sunflower or canola) that in addition to building the Temple he Prize 6 hard-boiled eggs Sam Sokol ¼ tsp saffron powder 2¼ low sodium chicken stock or water. was also a baker?? 1 cup split blanched almonds or coarse- (JTA) — David Hertz, a Jewish social entre- Rub the chicken with the lemon juice and 1 ly chopped preneur from Brazil, was named the win- Tbs. salt and let sit for 30 minutes. To make the candied peel, pare off the or- ner of the 2019 Charles Bronfman Prize on ange rind but leave the white pith. Shred or Meanwhile, heat the oil in a heavy wide skil- Wednesday in recognition of his efforts to chop it finely. Boil the peel in plenty of water let or Dutch oven large enough to hold all alleviate global hunger. The award comes for about ½ hour and then drain. Then put the chicken snugly in one layer over medi- with $100,000 in prize money. 1/3 cup water and ½ cup of sugar in the pan um heat. Add the onions and the remaining Hertz is the cofounder of Gastromotiva, and bring to a boil. Add the drained peel 1 Tbs. salt and sauté gently until fragrant a Brazilian-based organization that fights and simmer about 20 minutes. and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Do unemployment and social inequality and not let the onions brown. Date Filling Soak the sour cherries and cranberries in uses cooking classes and nutrition educa- Add the rest of the spices and stir for a min- 2 Tbl vegetable oil water for about 15 minutes. 1- pound pitted dates, chopped tion as tools to “create opportunities for ute to let the spices become aromatic in the 1 tsp ground cinnamon those living on the margins of society.” In a large pot bring 9 cups of water and 2 oil. Nestle the chicken pieces and eggs into Tbls. salt to a boil. Drain the soaking rice ¼ tsp ground cardamom The Charles Bronfman Prize, established the pan and pour in the broth. 1 tsp ground cloves by the children of the philanthropist, hon- and add just the rice to the big pot and bring /8 to a boil again. Boil hard for 8 minutes. The Cover the pan and lower heat to a solid sim- ors humanitarians under age 5o “whose in- rice should be partly cooked but still a bit mer for about 30 minutes. Remove the lid Cake novative work, informed by Jewish values, firm. Drain it in a colander. Pour the oil in and let the sauce reduce and thicken a bit. 2 cups cream of wheat (440 grams) has significantly improved the world.” the bottom of the pan and stir in the saf- Continue to simmer until the chicken is 1 cup coarse semolina (225 grams) In a statement, Hertz said his 13-year- fron, then put the rice back in the pan. Mix very tender or an instant-read thermometer ½ cup sugar (100 grams) old group provides “free vocational kitch- in the candied peel (drained of the syrup) registers 165 degrees. This will be about 45- 1½tsp baking powder en training, entrepreneurial classes and and the drained cherries and cranberries (or 60 minutes. 1 cup vegetable oil nutrition classes across Brazil, El Salvador, the apricots and dates). Add the almonds 1 cup orange juice South Africa and Mexico.” During the 2016 (or almonds and pistachios) and stir very Roast Chicken with Saffron, Hazelnuts Grated zest from 1 orange Rio Olympics, Hertz opened the Refet- well so that the rice is evenly colored yellow ½ cup blanched whole almonds for torio Gastromotiva in collaboration with garnish and oiled. Put a lid on the pot and steam on and Honey (Ottolenghi). renowned chef Massimo Botura and jour- 1 Tbl sesame seeds for garnish lowest possible heat for 20 minutes or until Remember the quote from Aviva Klein- nalist Alexandra Forbes as a no-food-waste tender. You can also put the rice and fruit baum, “I never met a recipe I didn’t change.” cooking school and restaurant. in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake at It’s a motto worth remembering. Feel free Syrup Previous winners of the prize include 350 degrees for 30 minutes. to switch out the hazelnuts for pine nuts. 1½cups sugar or ¾ cup sugar and ¾ cup criminal justice reformer Amy Bach, refu- Use the parts of the chicken you like best honey gee rights activist Rebecca Heller and Is- or keep it whole. If you don’t have saffron, Juice of 1 lemon raeli writer Etgar Keret. n Ethiopian Chicken (Doro Wot) don’t worry. Really, but get the rose water. ¼ tsp saffron threads. from “The Nosher Blog” by Einat Admony This recipe serves 4-6 but is easily scaled up. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 or 10 -inch springform pan. serves 6-8 To make the paste, put all the ingredients in This dish is flavored with fenugreek seed 1-large chicken a food processor (I am sure King Solomon among other spices. The fragrance of the 2 , coarsely chopped dish reminds her of Yemenite cooking. 4 Tbl

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Biggest bang for your Shekel By Shifra Epstein first discovered HaKol Beshekel (Every- and small shops. Some stores are overflowing hoods where religious Jews live or shop, one blowing the shofar, challah covers for the New thing for a Shekel) stores In 2018, when I while others are more organized. Most of the may find many items of ‘disposable Judaica.’ I Year, toy shofars for children made of plastic, Ilived In the city of Rehovot, which has two shops are located in the older downtown areas loved strolling in the Shekel stores of Rehovot disposable kiddush cups, and many more. HaKol BeShekel stores. Shekel City is located of large cities, including Tel Aviv, Ramat-Gan, Hakol Beshekel stores pro- on 6 Harlap St. opposite the prestigious Ofer Jerusalem, Bne Beraq, Ashdod, and Kiryat Ata. vide an entry into contempo- Mall. The second Shekel City is on Herzl St., The name of each store is a a variation on rary Israel. I was surprised by the main drag of the city. the theme, hence, Shekel City (written in He- the number of children and I was unable to find a list of all the shekel brew characters), Hakol Beshekel (Everything teenagers, religious and non-re- stores in Israel, as they are owned by indepen- for a Shekel), HaKol Aval HaKol Beshekel ligious who frequent the stores. dent, unaffiliated individuals. There are large (Everything but Everything for a Shekel), Hakol BeShekel contributes to Shuk haShekel (The Shekel Market), Shekel the new Israeli trend of buying Neto (Shekel Net), Masu Hakol Beshekel Va- and exchanging presents on dif- hezi (Something Else, Everything for a Shekel ferent occasions during the year. and a Half), Mamash Hakol Beshekel (Really Presents are not only given on Everything for a Shekel) and, for a change, birthdays, but also before holi- HaBalon HaMaftia, (The Surprising Balloon). days, upon graduation, finish- The selection of goods in the stores is im- ing the army and more. Presents mense and varies from store to store. The are also given to teachers. HaKol three HaKol Aval HaKol Beshekel stores in BeShekel shops are where Israe- Jerusalem claim that they sell 10,000 items. lis of all walks of life buy these These are mostly mass produced in China presents. and imported to Israel by Israeli companies, Interestingly, HaKol Beshekel which wholesale the items to the Shekel Stores stores are endorsed by the inter- as well as to other discount stores all over the on the eve of “Chage Tishri,’ the holidays of net forum of Israeli psychologists and coun- country. Popular items include pens and pen- Tishri, i.e., Rosh HaShanah, Yom Kippur and selors called Al Hasapha (on the couch). The cils, toys, gifts for children, decorative items Simhat Torah. The number of disposable Ju- forum suggests that families establish a Rosh for the home, hair accessories and cosmetics, daica items you can buy for one NIS is quite Hashanah tradition wherein family mem- underwear, cleaning materials and disposable surprising. These include Happy New Year bers buy small presents for each other and eating and serving utensils. In most Shekel cards, calendars for the Jewish year, plastic ap- exchange the gifts on the eve or morning of stores, a full basket of back-to-school items ple shaped dishes, small containers of 20 gram Rosh Hashanah, using the presents to encour- can be purchased for about 30 NIS. Kosher honey, wood honey dippers; coloring age conversation. n In Shekel stores located in neighbor- pictures of a religious man with a long beard

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Mazel Tov: Elle Robbins-Oliver on her Bat Mitzvah, October 12. Jaye Robbins-Oliver on his Bar Mitzvah, October 12. Jeffrey Pickell and Deborah Greene on the marriage of their son, Isaac Pickell, to Mollie Spalter. Melissa and Jacob Bender on the birth of their son, Daniel Stanley Bender, also grandson of Karlan and Linda Bender. Rabbi Lisa Stella and Zachary Kaiser on the birth of their daughter, Lillian Ruth. Aimee Jones and Jeffrey Gutman on the birth of their son, also brother of Max. Lynn and Herb Malinoff on the birth of their granddaughter, Maya Rose, daughter of Aaron Malinoff and Sarah Breger. Linda & Merton Shill on the birth of their grandson, Elisha (Eli) Walter Lierl, son of Allyson An innovative approach and Brian Lierl and brother of Theodora. to assisted living and Condolences: memo ry care Laura Wallace on the death of her mother, Betsy (Buckley) Wallace, on July 31. Cheryl D’Angelo on the death of her mother, Esther Goldman, August 15. The family of Rosemary Metz on her death, August 15. Jessica Fogel (Lawrence Weiner) on the death of her mother, Charlotte Fogel, on August 17. Ketl (Peter) Freedman-Doan on the death of her mother, Lois, on August 26. Ada Adler & Burt Steinberg on the death of their brother-in-law, Michael Barnofsky, on August 28. Thomas (Marcy) Waldinger on the death of his mother, Rebecca Waldinger, on August 31. Brad Axelrod on the death of his brother, Craig Axelrod, September 5. Gloria Zimet on the death of her mother, Rose Mark, September 7.

Obituaries Rebecca Waldinger, age 88. Died on August 31 in Fresh Meadows, New York, loved ones by her side. Beloved teacher, P.S. 120 Q. Surviving are children Amy and Thomas, four grand- children, six great-grandchildren and devoted companion Herb Lowe blessed by her moxie and heart. Rose Anne Mark (Los Angeles, California) passed away on September 7, 2019, at the age of 89. She was loved and cherished by many people including : her husband Samuel Mark; her WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS children, Jeffrey J. Mark (Chris), Lisa Mark and Gloria Zimet (Natan Z’l); her grandchildren, Yaniv, David and Noam Zimet; her brother Leonard Hammer. A graveside service was held on Stop by for information and a personal tour Thursday, September 12th at the Arborcrest Cemetery (Ann Arbor, MI). Ilan Rosenberg died on Monday, September 9, 2019, at the age of 60. Talented, creative, October 2, 9, and 16 |3:30 - 5:00 pm musical, funny, and free-spirited, his ability to strike up a friendly conversation with anyone was a hallmark of his outgoing personality. Ilan was an amateur linguist and a lover of all things Hebrew. He was a beloved Hebrew lecturer at the University of Michigan, a legendary Our community focuses first on helping each Hebrew instructor at the Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor and in various other programs in southeast Michigan. With degrees in philosophy and psychology, Ilan was an avid reader person live a full and vibrant life by providing: who did not settle for the status quo; he strove to learn about the widest range of opinions and perspectives on topics he found interesting. His long-running radio show, “Jaffa Jive” on • 24/7 personalized care and supervision WCBN, explored the gamut of Middle Eastern music and featured spotlights on emerging artists who were often outside the mainstream. • Visiting physicians, neurologist, and onsite Ilan was loved and cherished by many people including his wife Suzanne Gendelman therapy group Rosenberg; his children, Eliam Rosenberg and Yuval Rosenberg; his step-children, Joshua, Jennifer and Sam Gendelman; his parents, Meir Rosenberg and Rosenberg; his sibling • Engaging activities and meaningful Hava Rosenberg; his nieces and nephews, Roy Harif and Noa Rosenberg Eliel; his former wife relationships Sofia Rosenberg; and many friends from near and far. • Beautiful residential setting

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