week wespentinIsraelwasmemorable. night inJanuary. Everymomentofthat runners wholeftMadisonona Tuesday amazing theexperiencewasforus;ten my life.”~DanMitchell has beenoneofthebestexperiences their experiences. hear reflectionsfromtherunnersabout the MadisonMarathon.Belowyouwill when anIsraelidelegationcametorunin part ofaprogramthatstartedlastyear last month. This journeywasthesecond ners participatedinthe Tiberias Marathon Galilee inIsrael,tenMadison-basedrun- the SovevKineret,nearSeaof Members oftheMadison-MarathonDelegation2017 atesi2ehr–“Marathonasan Excuse” Partnership2Gether – ogeainNw ...... 8-9 CongregationNews ...... 6 Simchas&Condolences ...... 5 JewishFederationUpcomingEvents JEWISH FEDERATION OF MADISON Non-Profit Org. Wednesday, January4,wasourfirst It’s reallyhardtoputintowordshow “To beabletoexperiencethis, really As partofMadison’s partnershipwith 6434 Enterprise Lane U.S. POSTAGE Madison, Wisconsin 53719 PAID

Madison, Wis. Change Service Requested Permit No. 1341 A PublicationoftheJewishFederationMadison come toMadisonlastyearrunthe and liveswithuspride. like VIPs asourhostssharedtheirhomes around themarathonbutweweretreated said Dan. The weekwasstructured the week. ours. They coordinatedouritineraryfor izing thelogisticsfordelegationslike and Hadar, whoisresponsiblefororgan- Anat, thedirectorofIsraelioffice, day. We metatthepartnershipoffice with Ruth, Rubikand Adi, whohadall “The marathonwasonlytheexcuse,” prospects forIsraeli-Palestinian peace. $38 billionmilitaryaidpackage. clad commitmenttomakesure Israelissecure.”SeveralweeksagotheU.S.and signedanunprecedented the PresidentinSeptembertorejectsuchresolutions. negotiating table.” And theObama Administration ignoredtheadviceof88MembersU.S.Senatewhourged what everyonehereknows. As well,peacewill comefromhardchoicesandcompromisesthatmustbemadeatthe U.S. vetoedasimilarresolution,UN Ambassador SamanthaPowerstated“We votedagainstitbecauseweknow conflict isthroughdirectnegotiationsbetweentheparties. by DemocraticandRepublican Administrations fordecades:thattheonlyroutetoasolutionIsraeli-Palestinian vote ontheone-sided,anti-Israelresolutionthatwaspassed bytheUNSecurityCounciltoday. mation aboutstatementsfrom otherJewishorganizations pleasevisitJewishMadison.org. It istragicthatthe Administration chosetomaritslegacyofsupportforthe JewishStateandsetbackthe President Obamahasconsistently supportedIsrael’s righttoself-defenseand affirmed that America hasan“iron It alsoupendeditsownprincipledstanceagainstUNresolutions thatisolateIsrael.Justtwoyearsagowhenthe The Administration’s decisionundermined acoreprincipleof American foreignpolicythathasbeenembraced Jewish FederationsacrossNorth America aredeeplydisappointedthattheUnitedStatesabstainedfromtoday’s The followingisastatementfrom theJewishFederations ofNorth America from 12/23/2016.Formore infor- Statement fromJewishFederations INSIDE THISISSUE JewishSocialServices...... 16-18 ...... 12-13 TzedakahCampaign:ThankYou, Donors! ...... 10 CampCorner

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BY BARBARA SANFORD tory. She is currently working on a book her PhD in comparative literature. She re- entitled Let It Be Consumption!: Tuber- ceived a fellowship from the Posen Soci- One hundred years after UW-Madison culosis and the Modern Jewish Writer. ety of Fellows. Her research and teaching offered the first Yiddish language college Professor Yudkoff has recently re- interests include Hebrew, Yiddish and classes in this country, it is fitting that the ceived awards from the Paula E. Hyman Russian literature; Rabbinic literature; re- Mosse/Weinstein Center for Jewish Stud- Mentorship Program, the Posen Society ligion; and philosophy. ies welcomes two new Yiddish literature of Fellows in Jewish Studies, and the Me- This spring, Professor Zilbergerts will and culture professors: Sunny Yudkoff morial Foundation for Jewish Culture teach “Russia and the Jews: Literature, and Marina Zilbergerts. Doctoral Scholarship. Culture and Religion,” which will take Dr. Yudkoff, (Assistant) Professor of This fall, Dr. Yudkoff is teaching “Mi- students on a journey of two centuries of Jewish Studies and German, Nordic, and gration in Film and Literature: The Amer- Jewish creativity in the Russian Empire Slavic, was previously a senior lecturer ican Jewish Experience” and “The and its successor, the Soviet Union, ex- in Yiddish at the University of Chicago. Autobiography of Illness.” In the spring, amining the rise of movements such as She received her PhD in Near Eastern she will teach “Angry Jews: From Saul Hasidism, Zionism and Communism Languages and Civilizations from Har- Bellow to Bernie Sanders” and “Repre- through literary works which are ana- vard University. Her research and teach- sentations of the Jew in Eastern European lyzed amid the cultural developments of ing interests include Yiddish and Hebrew Culture: Writing the Jewish Body.” their day. literature, film and culture; American “My goal is for students to develop a “I’m excited to be joining the Center Jewish literature and culture; transna- thick understanding of the modern Jew- for Jewish Studies as it expands to form tional medical humanities; age studies; ish experience, which is multinational, one of the foremost programs in the ethnic-American and immigrant narra- multilingual and multicultural,” Yudkoff country,” says Zilbergerts. “My goal is to Professor Marina Zilbergerts tives; and Central European cultural his- says. “In medical humanities courses, my establish a set of core courses that will goal is also for students to understand the give students rigorous knowledge of the guage, politics, history and culture. Pro- relationship between the way we talk and rise of Jewish literature and culture in fessors Yudkoff and Zilbergerts join Pro- write about health and illness and the way Eastern Europe and an ability to appreci- fessor Tony Michels (history), Professor we experience health and illness. Overall, ate its wonders.” Mark Louden (language), Professor my goal is to impart to students the The addition of professors Yudkoff Philip Hollander (literature), Professor power of words to construct identities— and Zilbergerts means that UW-Madison Pam Potter (music), Professor Amos be they personal, artistic or civic.” now has a powerful corps of 7 professors Bitzan (history), and the Mayrent Insti- “I’m very happy to be joining the on campus with expertise in Yiddish lan- tute director, Henry Sapoznik. Mosse/Weinstein Center for Jewish Stud- ies, which has such a dynamic faculty working across time periods, geographic regions and languages,” she adds. “I’m particularly excited about the many Yid- dish and Yiddish-interested courses of- Jewish Business fered by the Center and the many pockets of Yiddish studies around campus.” JBPR and Professionals’ Dr. Zilbergerts, Lipton (Assistant) Professor of Eastern European Jewish Roundtable Series Studies, was previously a teaching fellow Professor Sunny Yudkoff at Stanford University, where she earned

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Community Purim Carnival Sunday, March 12 9:30 am - 11:30 am Beth Israel Center, 1406 Mound Street, Madison

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Yad B’Yad (Hand in Hand) Playgroup Interfaith Passover Program For children 0-2 years old and their caregivers Sunday, March 26 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, February 5 9:45 am - 11:15 am The Family Education Committee of the Jewish Federation of Madison is part- nering with local religious organizations, Jewish and non-Jewish, to create an Speaker Dan Weiss will discuss financial planning. Contat Tiz Goff at Interfaith Passover Seder. Stay tuned for more details or contact Ellen Weismer [email protected] for the location. at [email protected] to get involved in the planning.

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Our annual Hamantaschen bake is always a hit. This year we will be filling, folding and baking at Beth Israel Center. Come and join the fun and help bake the Hamantaschen to be sold at the community Purim Carnival!

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UW Hillel is a Beneficiary Agency of The Jewish Federation of Madison

This past December, a group of Badg- ers from the University of Wisconsin Hil- lel traded in their student IDs for passports. For many of the participants, Birthright Israel, a gift trip to Israel for young Jewish adults ages 18-26, would be their first time traveling overseas. Most of the group had never been to Israel and were eager to experience first-hand the Jewish homeland which they had dis- UW students participating in Birthright Israel arrive at their kibbutz in the north after spending a day hiking through Gmla. cussed and learned about in Sunday school and history class. time experiencing all that the country had withisraelis.com/uwmadisonsignup to re- the summer trips opens on Monday, The impressive itinerary, created by to offer alongside its citizens. ceive priority registration. Registration for February 6, at 9:00 am. trip provider, Shorashim, ensured that In ten days, the bus of 47 diverse indi- everyone had something to look forward viduals formed a true community, united to, whether it was exploring the spiritual in both differences and similarities. The city of Tzfat, watching the sun rise atop newly formed connections, inside jokes, Masada, or simply sipping an iced coffee and friendships made saying goodbye after on Jerusalem's Ben Yehuda Street. As ten days extremely difficult. Rudin felt that Madison resident and UW sophomore the small group dynamic of Birthright en- Isaac Rudin elaborated, “the trip itself was abled everyone to instantly connect and non-stop activity; we did anywhere from made Birthright an unforgettable experi- two to four amazing things in a day, which ence that is not to be missed. meant that we packed a month’s worth of Once again, UW Hillel will be partner- exploration into just ten days.” Moreover, ing with Shorashim for the campus Rudin felt that having the opportunity to Birthright Israel trips. Shorashim, based see major world landmarks, both ancient, out of Chicago, has received the award for such as Masada and the Old City, and new, best itinerary for the past three years. while re-exploring his Judaism was ex- Shorashim's trips are unique because Is- tremely satisfying. In addition to the nu- raelis participate in the Birthright Israel ex- merous cities and sites visited, and the perience for all ten days. UW Hillel will be impressive amount of hummus, falafel, sending two busses to Israel this upcoming and shwarma collectively eaten by the May. The first trip will depart on May 15, group, the UW students were joined by from New York City, while the other trip seven Israelis soldiers on leave from the will leave from Chicago on May 18. Stu- IDF. The UW students had an incredible dents can sign up for the trip now at israel- Birthright Israel Bus 34 participants pose to take a selfie in the Old City.

Tzedakah Campaign Continued from page 1 board and committee members, cam- sibility of determining how to allocate paign solicitors and the entire profes- these funds within our local community sional staff. and to those in need, world-wide. We The campaign was expertly led by hope that each of you has the opportunity Simchas & Condolences Alicia Schiff with the help of her vice- to take part in one of our local programs chairpersons, Lee Lazar and Shanee El- and we encourage you to learn more Mazel Tov on the engagement of: lison. In addition, members of the about what we do world-wide. financial resource development commit- We express our sincere appreciation to Ilana Rosen, daughter of Diane Seder and Bruce Rosen, to Ben Roach tee, Randy Blumenstein, Terrie Goren, the community members who con- Jeff Levy, Jon Rozenfeld, Jeremy Tunis tributed to the 2016 Tzedakah Campaign. Mazel Tov on the births of: and Orly Vardeny Ni, provided endless The Madison Jewish News will continue help and enthusiasm for the campaign. to keep you updated throughout the year Zohar Misha Salkas, son of Shor and Trisha Salkas Federation leadership and committees about the needs being met through your have already begun the important respon- generosity. Noa Yaara Walsh, daughter Tova and Elias Walsh, sister of Maya and grand- daughter of Rita Hindin

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Wisconsin Legislature Re-Convenes: Madison Hadassah is Bringing Community Together and Lawmakers Consider Encouraging Physical Fitness Updating Hate Crimes through Walking Adventures Law at Session

BY MICHAEL BLUMENFELD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR introduced by Representative Dave Steffen (R-Green Bay) that updates Wisconsin Jewish Conference Wisconsin’s hate crimes statute to The Wisconsin Jewish Conference is a include law enforcement officers. This beneficiary agency of the Jewish means that the same penalty en- Federation of Madison. hancers that apply to crimes based on the victim’s religion, sexuality, dis- The Wisconsin State Legislature ability or race would also apply to kicked off the 2017-18 legislative ses- crimes involving members of law en- sion in January. forcement. Governor Walker laid out his pri- Both the American Civil Liberties orities for the new session during his Union and the Anti-Defamation State of the State Address on January League have expressed concern about 10. Walker called for increased fund- similar legislation, often referred to as ing for public education, broadband Blue Lives Matter, passed by other expansion and transportation and said states. his top priority for 2017 is growing WJC is also monitoring discus- Wisconsin’s workforce. He will intro- sions at the federal and state level re- duce his state budget proposal, which lated to Medicaid Block Grants, Join Madison Hadassah's Walking Adventure exploring Epic's fantasy-like world will include many of these initiatives, which result in a set amount of federal this February 24th or 26th. Check online or call for more dates. in early February. funding for the program, and repeal of WJC is closely monitoring a bill the Affordable Care Act. Madison Hadassah Walking Adven- on projects? tures goes to beautiful Epic Campus in • Volunteering at Collector’s Corner? Verona. All are welcome for this free • Or something else? indoor tour. Date: Friday, February 24, 2 pm-4 pm Please contact us: and Sunday, February 26, 1 pm-2 pm. Email: [email protected] Meeting Location: Tuvalu’s Coffee Call: (608) 770-6521 The Jewish Federation of Madison Shop and Gallery in Verona. We will car- Visit Collectors Corner Resale Store, pool from there. 6633 University Ave., Middleton expresses its appreciation to these This event is wheelchair and walker (608) 831-2474 accessible. Check online or call to con- individuals who recently made a firm. If you haven’t already been there, Quality in-home care tribute donation to honor someone you’ve heard about it. Epic, the medical for your loved one. software company has created one of the Peace of mind for you. or celebrate a special occasion strangest, largest, and most expensive workplaces in the US, right here, on the In honor of Dee Stein’s special birthday outskirts of Madison. Epic Campus is a Dan and Bettine Lipman fantasy-land with a Hogwarts Castle, a Farmhouse, an Indiana Jones movie set In recognition of a Lifetime of Leadership, from the Jewish and a voyage to the stars and beyond. Federation of Madison, awarded to the following: Fran Weinstein, There is an intricately designed Isadore “Is” Fine, Ghita Bessman and Hal Blotner wizard-themed Harry Potter-esque room, Dan and Bettine Lipman a deep space center, a slide to get from one floor to another, sculptures of seals In honor of Andrea Chang’s special birthday and elephants and the Blues Brothers Dee and Ken Stein experience and much more. The remark- able themed art collection and furniture In honor of Mr. Joe Hirschberg’s special birthday serve to inspire the over 10,000 employ- Dee and Ken Stein ees based in this small city. We can’t cover the entire campus in Condolences to Mr. and Mrs. Rick Schnoll and family one hour, so we are scheduling a few Dee and Ken Stein tours throughout the year.

Condolences to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Neubauer If you’re interested: Dee and Ken Stein • Go online to MadisonHadassah@ gmail.com or call us at (608) 770-6521 Senior Helpers stands ready to serve your family’s needs with personalized for updates on the adventure and to let us In memory of Sandy Bierman in-home care, and expertly trained, Vickie and Bruce Reisman know when you’re coming. We may add professional caregivers. Your in-home new dates if there is enough interest. care initial assessment is the first step to In memory of Sherry Masters Also, check for rain dates in case of bad peace of mind. Alicia Diehl weather. • Meet one hour before the tour at Call today to learn more. Tuvalu Coffee House and Gallery, 300 S. 608-729-5365 Main St., Verona, (608) 845-6800. We will drive and park together at Epic. Or www.seniorhelpersmadison.com check with us for parking location at Epic.

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Celebrate Wednesdays, 9:15 am in the Mercaz at all members, prospective members, and Shabbat with MOUSY, starting with Beth Kolot Kehilla with Jonathan Beth Israel Center visitors. Some events require registration, Israel Center’s song-filled Kabbalat Pollack. Dunkin’ Bagels, Study Talmud in Hebrew and Aramaic however. Please call (608) 256-7763 or Shabbat service, followed by a delicious with Rabbis Joshua and Rebecca Ben- email [email protected] with dinner and convivial conversation at the Recitals, Solidarity, and the Gideon. New students are welcome any any questions. Rabbi Ben-Gideon or an- home of Hannah Ehlrich. For more infor- Language of Cash: Yiddish time. Contact either Rabbi or subscribe other congregational leader will gladly mation, please contact one of our co- to our e-newsletter for information about help you get to know us better. We love in Black Music presidents, Hannah Ehrlich or Talia Ivry, Sunday, March 26, 9:30 am-11:00 am this year’s topic and confirmation of class to talk about upcoming events, education or Youth Director Deborah Hoffman In the mid-20th century, why did dates. for children and adults, membership and ([email protected]). Also Black musicians perform Yiddish songs more. You may also visit our website, check out the MOUSY of Beth Israel and insert Yiddish words into scat- Shabbat Services www.bethisraelcenter.org, for more Center Facebook page. singing and other forms of vocal jazz? Every Friday at 5:45 pm information. Join Jon Pollack as he talks about Yid- Every Saturday at 9:30 am Yom Rishon dish in the music of Slim Gaillard, Cab Looking for warm, inspiring, and Here are a few upcoming event high- Sunday, February 26 Calloway, Paul Robeson, and more! egalitarian traditional Shabbat services? lights: 10:00 am-11:15 am Kolot Kehilla, voices of our commu- We welcome Shabbat every Friday Come experience family education nity, is a Beth Israel Center Adult Edu- around 5:00 pm as people begin to Rabbi Candidate Weekends for preschoolers at its finest! Each ses- cation program featuring the expertise gather and toast the week that was. February 3-5, February 10-12 sion includes art, movement, music, of our members. Offered a few times Lively, song-filled services begin at As we prepare to bid a fond farewell stories and snacks as well as age-appro- each semester, this Sunday morning 5:45 pm. to Rabbi Ben-Gideon and his family, we priate learning on a Jewish theme for speaker series includes a light breakfast. Our Shabbat morning worship be- are bringing in four candidates for the po- preschoolers and their grownups. Yom Donations of $5 per person are encour- gins with P’seukei D’zimra and contin- sition of Rabbi at Beth Israel Center. Rishon meets about once a month dur- aged to offset the costs of this program. ues through Shacharit, Torah service They are coming on four consecutive ing the school year. Put our remaining and Musaf. We join together for a com- weekends beginning January 20-22. We 5777 dates on your calendar: March 19, munal kiddush lunch after services hope members and prospective members and April 30. every week. Children’s services for ba- will take advantage of these opportunities Conversational Yiddish bies, preschoolers, and elementary Mondays, 7:00 pm in the Mercaz at to meet the candidates: Friday evening school-age children begin at 10:30 am Purim Masquerade Ball Beth Israel Center and Saturday morning services, Sunday most weeks during the school year. Vis- Saturday, March 4, 8:00 pm Join Yiddish enthusiast and talented morning minyan, and a Sunday morning itors are always welcome! All are welcome to this fun night teacher Sylvia Grunes at Yiddish class forum for members of the congregation. out for grownups, which is also Beth on Monday nights, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm. At press time, the congregation’s plan for To receive schedule updates and Israel Center’s annual fundraising Sylvia builds a love for the Yiddish lan- bringing in candidates included only other information, subscribe to our e- event. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and guage and culture through her long-run- these four. 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Tickets: $75 per person by February 17, $100 at the door or after February 17 Contact Beth Israel Center at [email protected] or (608) 256-7763 for tickets, mask purchase, donations, and volunteer opportunities. All proceeds benefit Beth Israel Center February 2017 Madison Jewish News/9 Congregation News Congregation Shaarei Shamayim Shaarei Shamayim, Madison’s Jewish Exploring Judaism: Open Get to Know Us Havdalah is a great opportunity to check out our Reconstructionist and Renewal congre- Discussion About All Your Saturday, February 11,4:30 pm-6:30 pm children’s education program and meet gation, welcomes new and prospective At a member’s home. Please call the our families. On February 25, Torah members, as well as visitors, to partici- Jewish Questions study, led by Madison’s shaliach, Daniel Wednesday, February 8, 4:30 pm office for location. pate in our services, discussions, classes, Gil, begins at 9:30 am followed by a Located at our offices - please call the Want to learn about Shaarei and celebrations. For more information Shabbat service at 10:30 am, Daniel will office for exact location. Shamayim? Here’s your opportunity! or to learn about events, please visit our give the dvar Torah. All are welcome to Curious about Judaism? Join Rabbi The Shaarei Shamayim Membership website at www.shamayim.org, email us stay for Kiddush at 12:30 pm. Laurie for a monthly gathering where we Committee, along with Rabbi Laurie, at [email protected], or call (608) will discuss personal explorations of Ju- welcomes new and prospective members, 257-2944. daism. This group is for people who want for cookies, cocoa, and havdalah. They Kabbalat Shabbat with to deepen their knowledge of Jewish will share reflections about our congre- Cantorial Soloist, Michelle Shabbat Evening Potluck: practice, who have questions regarding gation and be available to answer ques- Rozansky Share Your Creative Writing Jewish identity, who are considering be- tions. Please RSVP to Joy: office@ Friday, February 17, 5:30 pm and Music coming Jewish, or who are looking for an shamayim.org. First Unitarian Society, Friday, February 3, 6:00 pm opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed 900 University Bay Drive Please call the office for location. environment. We will structure each ses- Shabbat Morning Services At 5:30 pm we will provide macaroni Join us for our Shabbat potluck. Fol- sion around participant questions and in- Saturdays, February 11 and 25 and cheese for children and light hors lowing the meal we will share creative terests. Interested in learning more or First Unitarian Society d’oevres for adults. At 6:15 pm, Cantorial writing and music (written by you or oth- want to be added to the updates list? 900 University Bay Drive Soloist, Michelle Rozansky, visiting from ers). Feel free to bring something or just Please contact Joy at office@shamayim. On February 11, we will have a musi- Milwaukee, will lead a spirited Shabbat come and listen. Please bring a vegetar- org. cal intergenerational Shabbat service for service. Following the service at 7:30 pm ian dish to share. Future groups: March 8 and April 5 kids and adults of all ages from 9:30 am- we will have a potluck dinner and discus- 11:00 am followed by a bagel lunch. This sion. Temple Beth El Visit us online at www.templebethel- Tots ‘n Tunes With Cantor 7:15 pm. Snacks and beverages provided. the mutual needs of those patients and madison.org. Sharon Brown-Levy A discussion will follow. caregivers who confront cancer. If you’d All events are open to the community February 12, April 2 like more information, please contact and take place at Temple Beth El, 2702 10:00 am–11:00 am Singles Creating Community Rabbi Biatch [email protected] or Arbor Drive, Madison, unless otherwise Tots ‘n Tunes is a program for 0-5 Coffee (608) 238-3123. noted. year olds and open to the entire Madison Friday, February 17, 9:00 am We encourage members of the Jewish Jewish Community. Cantor Sharon Panera, 3416 University Ave, Madison Shabbat Dinner Community to join Temple Beth El, and Brown-Levy will host Jewish families Start your Friday with some lovely Get-Together we welcome prospective members to par- with young children by engaging them in conversation. Friday, March 3, 5:30 pm ticipate in programs and activities. Con- playful, musical, educational moments. Private Address, RSVP for information tact Interim Executive Director, Terrie This is a meaningful program at Temple Mystery at Deadwood Saloon Join with friends for a potluck dinner Goren at (608) 238-3123 or executive@ that fosters connections between Jewish prior to services on Friday night. Those tbemadison.org. (21+ only) families in Madison, while getting to Saturday, February 18, 7:00 pm interested will have plenty of time to eat, know our newest clergy member and our Get into character as we solve the schmooze and arrive at Temple Beth El Shabbat Dinner Temple Beth El synagogue. Caregivers mystery at Deadwood Saloon. The cost is in time for Shabbat evening services at Get-Together and their children will sing, move, learn, $25/adult (21+) Register online at 7:30 pm. For questions and to RSVP con- Friday, February 3, 5:30 pm play, create, bond, pray and grow with http://bit.ly/mystery2017. Contact Aleeza tact Aleeza at [email protected] or Nonno’s, 704 S. Whitney Way, Madison our new Tots ‘n Tunes programming. Hoffert for more info at engage@ (608) 238-3123. Join with friends for an Italian food tbemadison.org or (608) 238-3123. dinner prior to services on Friday night. Liesl M. Blockstein Kesher Israel Film: Zero Each person is responsible for paying Memorial Brunch Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor Motivation their own bill. Those interested will have Sunday, February 12, 9:45 am Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 pm plenty of time to eat, schmooze and be at (20s & 30s) Meet & Greet Join us for brunch as we hear from Dinner Doors open at 7:00 pm, film begins at Temple Beth El by the time Shabbat Jennifer Uphoff Gray, Artistic Director at 7:15 pm. Snacks and beverages provided. Thursday, February 16, 7:00 pm Evening Services begin at 7:30 pm. Forward Theater, Madison, speaking on A discussion will follow. Location TBD RSVP to Aleeza at engage@tbemadi- “Coming Home: Fostering an Artistic Enjoy a family style dinner with fel- son.org or (608) 238-3123. Family in Madison.” The lecture is a joint low young adults. Dinner will be no more program of Jewish Social Services and than $20 per person. Please bring cash, Career Opportunities: Shabbat Honoring New Temple Beth El. For more info and to small bills appreciated. RSVP to Aleeza Temple Beth El is hiring for the follow- RSVP visit http://bit.ly/blockstein. Members at [email protected], (608) 238- ing positions: Friday, February 10, beginning at 3123. 5:45 pm Singles Creating Community Associate Executive Director 5:45 pm Family Fridays Shabbat Dinner Cancer Support Group http://www.templebethelmadison.org/ 6:30 pm Wine and cheese reception to Tuesday, February 14, 6:30 pm now-hiring-associate-executive-director/ meet and greet our newest members Sunday, February 19, 2:00 pm Lalo’s Mexican Restaurant Frank Adult Lounge, Temple Beth El 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service rec- Maintenance and Facilities Worker 5510 University Ave, Madison A Support Group for those whose ognizing and welcoming our new mem- http://www.templebethelmadison.org/ Enjoy an informal, relaxing dinner lives have been touched by cancer are bers. Oneg Shabbat to follow. temple-beth-el-is-seeking-a-weekend- with others who are single. Everyone is meeting on certain Sundays throughout Please come and show our newest event-facilitatorcustodian/ responsible for purchasing their own the year meeting from 2:00 pm to 3:30 members what our community is all meal. about! pm. The group meets monthly to address Please RSVP by February 3, 2017 on- line at http://bit.ly/newtoTBE2017 or to Kesher Israel Film: Crossing Aleeza Hoffert at engage@tbemadison. the Line 2 org. Wednesday, February 15, 7:00 pm Doors open at 7:00 pm, film begins at Kesher Movies at Temple Beth El

Doors open at 7:00 pm for a 7:15 pm showing February 15: Crossing the Line 2 March 15: Zero Motivation 10/Madison Jewish News February 2017 Camp Corner

Summer, Friendship, Laughter, Fun…Register for Camp be Friday, March 24. You must be registered for camp before Shalom ONLINE on Monday, March 8! It does NOT matter applying for a scholarship! what time of day you register. Registration policies will be Camp Shalom and Noar-Bogrim 2017 Dates 20 available online. We will accept registrations based on a first • Session I: Monday, June 19-July 7, no camp on July 4 Only come first served basis according to the date people register, • Session II: Tuesday, July 11-July 28 Weeks until starting with March 8. Scholarship application deadline will • Session III: Tuesday, August 1-11 (Camp Shalom only) Camp 2017!

Join the AWESOME Camp Shalom Staff! Camp Shalom is hiring! ments in one summer while learning a lot and working with Rewarding and fun…come work at Camp Shalom or awesome mentors! Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim! Applications for summer 2017 Junior Counselors - under 18 years old are available online now! Senior Counselors - over 18 years old We are looking for enthusiastic, caring, responsible, cre- Senior Counselor Specialists ative leaders with innovative ideas and a love for being out- Lifeguards doors! Positions available include: For more information about any of the positions above or Counselors in Training - This is a volunteer position for to apply please visit our website, www.jewishmadison.org/ those going into 10th grade. Fulfill your volunteer require- camp-shalom

Camp is Not Just for Summer Anymore The RUACH (spirit) was immeasurable when 36 campers gathered party on their final day together. Winter Maccabiah was sponsored by at the Goodman Campus in December for Winter Maccabiah. The Camp Shalom and the Jewish Federation of Madison. Registration for campers were divided into three teams, Red, Blue and Green. Each Camp Shalom begins online March 8, 2017. team was staffed by an enthusiastic captain and several spirited coaches. Campers participated in a series of competitions over the 2.5 day pro- gram. Teams donned their colors proudly each day while creating team cheers and lip-syncs, crafting bobsleds to race, sculpting snow forts and solving puzzles in their competitions’ cleverly-crafted Escape Rooms. Daniel Gil, our community Shaliach, led the teams in Minute-to-Win- It style games and everyone enjoyed winter activities like sledding and snow ball fights at the Goodman Campus. The Blue Team was crowned victorious and all of the teams celebrated with a pizza lunch and dance February 2017 Madison Jewish News/11

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6205 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53705 • www.oakwoodvillage.net • 6008-230-4266 12/Madison Jewish News February 2017 February 2017 Madison Jewish News/13 Jewish Federation of Madison recognizes and thanks these donors to the 2016 Tzedakah Campaign Rochelle Klaskin Catherine and Thomas Kaplan Joanne Kanter Marc Brody Alan Orenberg Rachel Brenner David and Sally Nathanson These 717 gifts from 1172 donors (individuals) Lorna Kniaz William and Corliss Karasov Sara Karon Ingrid and Christopher Brown Juliet Page and Philip Hollander Barbara Brown Judith Nelson-Stern to the 2016 Tzedakah Campaign do extraordinary Steven Koslov and Mary Fulton H. Jerome and Lois Keisler Andreas and Valerie Kazamias Eileen Edelman Bruskewitz Susanne Policano Barry Burdeen Mark Neuser and Katherine Stadler things here in Madison and around the world Diane Kravetz and Mark Saltzman Leah and Raymond Kessel Allan and Kathy Koritzinsky Carolyn and Brian Butler Michael and Shari Porte Garry and Kathie Burman Edward and Thelma Newman every day. Their generous gifts help support Merilyn and Joel Kupferberg Theodore and Irene Knupp Edward Krinsky Stacey and Jeff Caplan Sandra Porter Sarah Byer and Barry Wein Barbara Nowak more than 20 local agencies and programs, Jeff and Rachel Levy Neil Kodesh and Shanee Ellison Stephen and Susan LaBelle Melanie Cohen and Joel Ehrlich Mike and Dana Prager Alta Charo Donna Peckett as well as rescue, relief, and development Herbert Lewis and Francie Smith Saposnik Miriam C. Kuhn The Lang family Merle Cohen Lisa Rader Natalia Chubukova Nancy and Richard Peidelstein programs in Israel and 70 other countries. Daniel and Bettine Lipman Kenneth Kushner and Erica Serlin Phyllis Lefcowitz Esther Criscuola de Laix Joan and Kenneth Riggs Diana Cohen and Weselley Slaymaker Michael and Barbara Pratzel Steven and Janel Lipton Jeff and Donna Landsman Esther Lefevre Ronald and Cherie Diamond Sean and Elena Robbins Marsha Cohen and Michael Pressman Jenny Pressman Madison Computer Works Lee Lazar and Dr. Mona Lazar Nancy Leff and KC Lerner Neil and Brie Dixon Ellen Rosner and Barry Perkel Mark, Beth, Micah and Dafna Copelovitch Irwin Probstein Rona Malofsky Joan Lerman and Ken O'Neill Isaac Lewis Stu and Judy Dolnick Michael Ross and Kirsten Fruit Ari Davidson Rachel Raskin Tim and Kathleen Mazur Stuart Levitan Milferd Lieberthal Alison C. Dorner Joan Rothberg and Steven Segall Josh Davidson Mark and Ingrid Glass Neal and Catherine Miller Ruth Litovsky and David Baum Yael and Eric Lund Doris and Richard Dubielzig Sherwin Rudman and Jane Sherwood Debra Davis Nancy and David Resnick Don and Kathy Miner Barbara Lorman Lois Lurie Irvin and Vivian Ehrlich JoAnn Salin Royce Dembo Mikhail and Tatyana Reyfman Michael and Lainie Minkoff Marsha Mailick and Albee Messing Jill Maidenberg and Richard Thal Nathan and Louise Elbaum Nicole Sandler Barbara Dickey Staci and Steve Rieder Steven H. Morrison and Goldie Kadushin Janet Mertz and Jonathan Kane Kent and Valerie Mannis Shulamit Elkayam Leslie and James Satchell Marina Dobrovinskaya Cathy River David and Trudy Mylrea Ben R. Minkoff Rabbi Yona and Faygie Matusof Pearl and John Fantle Rachel and Chip Sauer Martin Drapkin Michele Rohan Ruth and Seymour Parter Dan and Rachel Mitchell Caren Minkoff and Ari Lampear Eve Fine and Ken Schneck Judy and David Schendlinger Roman and Maria Dubrovsky Elaine Rosenblatt Scott Perlman Fredric Moskol Joshua Minkoff Marc and Marcia Fink Alice and David Schneiderman Harvey Dym Nita Rosenblum and Richard Creager Judith Pierotti Gilbert Nathanson and Mary Saecker Wayne Mosley Rona Finman and Warren Palmer Adam and Cathy Schrager Anna Edelstein and Daniel Marlin Jacquelynn Rothstein Thomas Popkewitz and Lea Aschkenase Robert and Janelle Pasch Fay Nager Michael and Jane Fox Robert Schwartz Mark and Debbie Edge Sanford and Susan Rotter Martin and Lynn Preizler Allen and Mona Paschen Mark and Judy Paschen Russell and Ruth Frank Robert Schwartz and Jerri McCallum- Millard Eisler Morris and Sarah Ruben Nevi'im (Prophet) Society David and Dina Weinbach Linda Reivitz Marj and Don Passman Richard Phelps Dan and Judy Frankel Schwartz Joan Ershler Eric Salisbury $50,000+ James and Nancy Youngerman Toni and Don Richards Elissa and Jonathan Pollack Jorge and Sofia Poliak Lisa Friend-Kalupa and Jim Kalupa Elad Shapiro Michelle, Michael and Sigal Felber Renee Sandler and John Cary Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Foundation 4 anonymous donors Richard and Nina Rieselbach Seth Pollak and Jenny Saffran Patricia Putney Don and Phyllis Garelick Ragen Shapiro, AJ, Meredith and Lee Pier Hilda Fine Nira Scherz-Busch and William J. Busch Joel and Deborah Minkoff Lisa and Eric Rosenstock Peter B. Ritz and Carrie Macklin Eileen and Bob Rabson Jamie and Adam Gepner Nadav and Miriam Shelef Justin and Audra Fisher Jane and Leo Schug Monroe Rosner and Ronnie Hess Michael Rock and Kathi Johnson Rock Robert Radwin and Pamela Potter Dan and Rita German Kevin Shelley and Kara McCarty Bela Flax Myra J. Schultz and Arthur Polans Moreshet (Heritage) Society Judith and Michael Rothschild Steve Scheibel and Jane Pearlmutter Lynn and Craig Renner Alan and Linda Ginsberg Anne Shlimovitz and Timothy Schneider Marshall and Lisa Flax Donald and Susan Schuster Theodor Herzl Society $2,500 to $4,999 Jon Rozenfeld and Jill Korey Alicia and David Schiff Daniel Resnick Elizabeth and Peter Goff Betty Shovers Shani Fox Sandy and Howard Schwartz $36,000 to $49,999 Livia Asher Beth Schreiber and Russell Kahn Francis and Sally Schrag James Rickun Chad Alan Goldberg and Anna Paretskaya James Shulkin and Denise Cariski Rochelle Frank Judith Shaffer and Lizette Shaffer- Frances Weinstein Frederick and Ivy Edelman David and Shelley Schwarz Susan Shapiro Max and Betty Rosenbaum Irwin Goldman and Leora Saposnik Kyra Sido Beth and Carl Frederick Altamirano Byron and Janet Frenz Earl Shrago, MD Marc Shovers and Jan Loeb Michael Rosenblum and Jessica Balis Lenora and Bernard Goldstein Lynn Silverman Susan Friedman-Hill Leslie Shear and Laurel Holgerson Randall Gold Paul and Sherie Sondel Joe Shumow Judith and Jeffrey Ross Jerilyn Goodman Blanche Singer Shelley Gaylord Karen Shevet Dinah King David Society Michael and Kerry Goldrosen Bill and Bunny Spitz Judy and Ben Sidran Ron and Cathy Rotter Google Inc. Robert and JoAnn Skloot Nancy and David Giffey Ben Shovers $25,000 to $35,999 Deborah Hoffman and Mark Hazelbaker Lawrence and Diane Tabak Ron Sklansky and Carol Ottenstein Robert Schnur Svetlana and Alex Govorukha Paul and Sara Soglin Daniel Gill and Shirly Gill-Raiz Sam Shovers Irving and Dorothy Levy Family Foundation Stephen and Linda Kailin Jane Taves Harvey and Judith Sokolow David and JoAnn Schoengold Virginia Graff Debra and Jack Spear Marion Gold Leslie Shown and Jonathan Voichick Inc., Phillip Levy, Marvin Levy, Jeff Levy Jeffrey and Marcia Kushner Jeremy Tunis and Michelle Poliak-Tunis Charlotte Stein Judy Schreiber Barbara Granick The Steffin family Donald and Patricia Goldberg Stav Shtekel Thomas Palay and Diane Gutmann Florence Lederman Charles Vetzner Kenneth and Diana Stein Darlene and Stuart Schwartz Leslie and Wynn Grendahl Lois Stoler Miriam Goldberg Megan Simmons Diane Seder and Bruce Rosen Daniel and Kathy Levin Arnold and Ellen Wald Gregory and Andrea Steinberger Margaret Schwarze and Joshua Mezrich Florence and Jules Grossberg Jerome Stotsky Susanna and Jamie Goldberg Joyce Sincher 1 anonymous donor Purple Moon Foundation Harvey and Bonnie Wendel Maryann Sumi and Carl Sinderbrand Sherwood and Jaclyn Seigel Sylvia Grunes David and Judy Suchman Peter Grant Larry and Sharon Sperling Arlene Rotter Richard Wolman Rayla Temin Aaron Seligman and Jami Crespo Sheldon L. Haber Joshua Sulman and Erin McGrath Marsha and Jim Harnett Kristina Stadler David and Tina Schwartz Alexander Yevzlin and Paola Fliman Michael and Diane Weiner David and Marsha Shaw Larry and Beatrice Harris Patrick and Kelley Sweet Laura Heisler and Steve Goldstein Marylyn and Stewart Stroup Maimonides Society David Silverberg and Elizabeth Huebel 3 anonymous donors Pat and Melvin Weinswig Lucyna and Yoram Shenker Debra Hershkowitz Leon and Barbara Swerin Melanie Herzog and Norman Stockwell Allison Suchon $10,000 to $24,999 Jesse and Emilie Sondel and family Ellen and Ben Weismer Leon and Amy Shohet Phyllis Holman Weisbard Tama and Howard Thomas Victoria and David Hestad Alan and Susan Sweet Gary Friedman and Bonnie Denmark James and Melissa Sosman Julie and Michael Witkovsky Linda and Larry Shriberg Mark and Catherine Isenberg Russell and Karen Tomar Susan and Steven Hirsch Catherine S. Vakhnina Friedman Julie Swedarsky Magen David (Shield of David) Michael and Nancy Yaffe Ina and Theodore Smolker Anne Iwata Victoria Topp David and Aleeza Hoffert Yelena Vilshanskaya and Simon Elterman Albert Goldstein z"l Mitchell and Suzanne Wolf Society, $500 to $999 Daniel and Irene Zimmerman Barbara Spierer Ben Jacobson Laura and Dave Toso Caroline Hoffman and Bob Kann Nadya Vinokur Daniel and Lynn Kaplan 1 anonymous donor Shirley Abrahamson 3 anonymous donors Anthony and Carla Staresinic Brad, Sharon and EJ Kahn Misha Tseytlin and Carol Sun Elayne Ihnchak Sally Vultaggio Jeffrey Levy Betsy Abramson and David Seligman Howard Sweet and Jamie Warren Bruce Kahn and Patricia Patterson Hagit and Uri Vardi Nicole and Herb Jahr Elizabeth Rubin Walter Marvin Levy Julius and Hilde Adler Merle and Patti Sweet Judy Karofsky Burton and Georgia Wagner Hollis Jellinek Barbara Waxman Jonathan and Susan Lipp Shofar (Ram’s Horn) Society Rozan and Brian Anderson Kehilla (Community) Club Jordan D. Taylor Estelle Katz Grace Wahba Dori Kalish Beth A. Weber Mitchell and Sharon Rapkin $1,000 to $2,499 Rita Applebaum $250 to $499 Barbara and Frank Tuerkheimer Thomas Kaufman Jeannie and Art Waldman Kim and David Kantor Elliot and Nancy Weiman Cheryl Rosen Weston Muffin and Ed Alschuler Robert Asen Jane Armstrong Alison and Adam Van Eperen Leslie and Daniel Kemp Andy and Hallie Waxenberg Jeffrey J. Kassel Jake, Ryan and Sam Weinbach Karen and Harry Roth Jon and Susan Axelrod Associated Insurance Agency Inc. Phillip and Sara Barak Myron Weinbach Stephen Kessler and Donna Anderson Ziva and Jim Wear Steve Kattman and Macarena Lynch- Dottie Weiner z"l Eric and Sara Schwartz Jeff and Kaye Becker Harvey and Trudy Barash Lawrence and Sharon Barish Alan J. Weisbard Anatoly and Irina Khazanov Dan and Carey Weiss Kattman Lorelei Wexler Toby Wallach Michael and Leigh Becker Bennett Berson and Rebecca Holmes Todd Barnett June Weisberger Blanchard Robin Kite and Jeffrey Percival Margaret Weiss Art and Amy Keleny Mark Wexler and Kathy Heady Allen and Ruth Zacharias Dawn Berney and Ed Angelina Mark and Debbie Blitz Linda and Howard Bellman Janice Wexler and Ronald Walker Elizabeth Kohl Jean Weissburg David and Ludmila Khazins William and Linda White 3 anonymous donors Theodore and Sandra Bernstein David Bookstaff Joanna Berke Deena and Peter Williams Lawrence Kohn and Laurie Buchalter Henry Wertheimer Candice Kildow Bruce and Carol Winkler Ghita Bessman Robert and Jean Breslow Robert Blank and Susan Coppersmith Lucille Williams Ed Kolner Russ and Liz Whitesel Kazu Kitano George Wolnak Barbara Blodi and Justin Gottlieb Nancy and Aaron Brower Sol and Corlie Blumenfeld Barbara Woodriff Thomas and Margie Krauskopf Joel and Susan Winnig Norma Klagos Robert and Dianne Zimmerman Chai (Life) Club Kathy, Michael, Zach, Josh and Rebekah Sanford and Alayne Carimi Brian and Judi Bookstaff Lauren Rosen Yeazel and Dean Yeazel Amy Krauthamer-Maloney and Dan Barbara Wolfe and Robert Haveman Galina Konovalova Robert Zitowsky $5,000 to $9,999 Blumenfeld Aaron Carrel and Lisa Hunter Karla Bukstein Laurie Zimmerman and Renee Bauer Maloney Charlotte Woolf Rabbis David and Patricia Kopstein 16 anonymous donors Niles and Linda Berman Gregg and Amy Bogost Steve and Jill Cohan Stephen and Barbara Byer Clarice and Newton Zinder Esther Lange Ida Wyman Tatyana Kudinenko and Sergei Saveliev Harold Blotner Howard and Heidi Bregman Toby and Bernard Cohen Sue and Charles Center Eitan Zohar Daniel and Sharon Langer Haya and Moshe Yuchtman David and Yelena Kurolapnik Eliot Butler Judith Burstyn and Stephan Deutsch Richard and Susan Davidson Roseanne Clark and Jeff Davis 7 anonymous donors Kat Lanphear Ron Zerofsky Benjamin Lee Naomi Chesler and Daniel Sidney Rachel Cohen-Deano and Rodney Deano Cari and Stephen DiTullio Shelly Dutch and Chuck Callender Renata Laxova Joan and Steven Ziegler Matt and Nicole Levin Marcus and Sheila Cohen Gordon and Gail Derzon Edward and Rosanne Ehrlich Barbara and Dan Esser Regis Lecoanet and Robin Moskowitz 17 anonymous donors Judith and Victor Levine Joe and Connie Davis Nikki and Ron Dolin Miles and Amy Epstein Nancy Feingold Bonim (Builders) Sherry and Michael Lessing Diane and Jose Lezama Jon and Lee Eckhardt Gary and Lori Edelstein Howard and Pam Erlanger Donald and Suzanne Folberg $100 to $249 Mark and Rebecca Levenstein Michael and Kathy Lipp Amy and Marty Fields Jane Eisner Rick Ezell and Kristen Bernard Andrew Frank Lorelei Allen Rosalind Levin Chaverim (Friends) Bill and Diane Littman Isadore Fine David Falk and Jo Anne Robbins Edgar Feige and Elizabeth Palay Holly and Fred Frank Barbara Annan Victor and Susan Levy Up to $99 Jordan and Jessie Loeb William and Claudia Haus Michael Feldman and Sandra Wolens Marla and Larry Frank Howard and Debra Fried Lynne Ballesta Jayne and Larry Libman Richard Adelman Joe Loehnis and Evan Moss Alan and Harriet Hyman Ted Finman and Jean Azemove Jonathan Friedberg Harry Friedman Ariel and Rachel Barak Ronald Luskin Gary and Deborah Alderman Daniel and Monica Lyons Janice Kaplan Mark Frankel Albert Friedman and Susan Tikalsky Denny and Gary Geller Marlene Barmish Jeffrey Martin Josh Arnold James Mackman Zach Galin and Krista Sterken Rabbi and Mrs. Avremel Matusof Daniel and Amy Mager Mark and Laura Kassel Milton and Jacki Friend Marc Germain and Janelle Allen Daniel Bauknecht and Kristie Roller Roger Baker and Andrea Saadia We have made every effort to Debbie Garten Rabbi Mendel and Henya Matusof Frances Mann Jean and Lawrence Landweber Marc and Eve Galanter Robert N. Golden MD and Shannon C. Bauknecht Matthew Banks include the names of all donors Gary and Annie Garten Carl Mauer and Kari Davis Joel Marcus and Judy Swartz Marcus Mark and Ilene Laufman Simone and Lanny Glinberg Kenney MD Ellen and Bryan Baum Allen Barkoff and Judy Kimball to the 2016 Tzedakah Campaign Stanley Goldfarb Ken and Susan Mayer Robert and Peggy Margolies Allan and Sandra Levin Michael and Rinat Gofman Leslie Goldsmith and Dale Kunin Melissa and Lonnie Berger David and Ying Barsky who did not request anonymity. Charlie and Alaina Goldstone Joshua and Tricia Medow Vladimir Margovskiy Phillip Levy David and Estelle Goldenberg Louise Goldstein and Bruce Thomadsen Rhoda Berman Susan and Ellis Bauman If there are any errors, please Terrie and Len Goren Marty and Gail Megeff Carol McLain Lester Pines and Roberta Gassman Judith Green and Margie Zamora Leslie Grant and William Schwab Ronald and Kris Berman Sue Baumblatt accept our apologies and Paul Grossberg and Dean Ziemke Sue Milch Barbara Miller Gary and Judy Ries Jan Steven Greenberg Janice Gratch and Steven Wilensky Ruthanne Bessman and Neil Bohrod Janice Beers let us know by calling Jeffrey Grossman and Nadine Nehls Steven Mintz and Vicki Stone Mintz Evelyn Miller Rob and Susan Roquitte Daniel and Leslie Greenspan Michele and Jared Greenberg Rabbis Jonathan Biatch and Bonnie Margulis Danielle Behrman (608) 278-1808 or sending Simon and Billie Hellerstein Bilha Mirkin and Yair Mazor Igor and Maria Milovets Robert and Judith Rubin Michael Heifetz and Michelle Minkus Rahel Greenlee James and Freda Blair Arin Berkson an email to Rebecca B. Kaiser and Jonathon G. Kaiser Barbara and John Mitchell Bob and Wenda Mincberg Jeanne and Joseph Silverberg Noah and Rosalyn Hershkowitz Vicki Gustafson David Blehert and Regina Vidaver Matt Bernstein [email protected] James Stein Kenneth and Tamara Sue Kaplan Nancy and Jesse Ishikawa Eric and Karin Horler Zachary Blumenfeld Mel Morgenbesser Linda Bloom Michael and Cheryl Moskoff Gerald and Vicki Stewart Michael Kaplan Henry and Terri Jasen Bobbie and Steve Jellinek Felice Borisy-Rudin and Nathan Rudin Lana and Boris Nenide Robin Bloom and Mark Evans Barbara Mulhern David Sulman and Anne Altshuler Neal and Marci Katz Craig and Wendi Joseph The Jens family Albert Borokhim Sam and Maria Onheiber Sydney Bookstaff Sue Munson Harry and Marjorie Tobias Sasha and Eric Kerlow Martin and Rita Kades Sally Jones and Aaron Friedman Allyn Bress Steven and Kaaren Oreck Shirley Botwinick Laurie Nagus and Paul Wilson 14/Madison Jewish News February 2017 Community Purim CARNIVAL! SAVE THE DATE! Dust off your costumes Get ready to spin your groggers We’re celebrating Purim as a Community! DATE: Sunday, March 12 9:30 am-11:30 am LOCATION: Beth Israel Center 1406 Mound Street, Madison

New this year ... costume contest and parade!

SCHEDULE: 9:30 am - Doors Open Snacks & Hamantaschen 9:45 am - Purim Spiel will be available 10:00 am - Costume Parade for purchase. 10:15 am -11:30 am - Carnival Games Volunteers will be needed! February 2017 Madison Jewish News/15


  
  
  
  

    

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Order Hamantaschen for Purim! Order your Hamantaschen online at www.jewishmadison.org and pick them up packaged and ready to go! $6 for a half-dozen • $10 for a dozen Flavors: Apricot ~ Prune ~ Raspberry Hamantaschen are Kosher, made with dairy and gluten products Orders must be received by 5 pm on Tuesday, February 28 Please indicate when you will pick up your Hamantaschen: • Wednesday, March 8, 6:00 pm-8:30 pm at Temple Beth El • Thursday, March 9, 4:00 pm-5:45 pm at Beth Israel Center • Sunday, March 12, 10:15 am-11:30 am at Beth Israel Center (during the Purim Carnival) Get Ready for the • Online orders must be paid for in advance. No refunds will be made for Hamantaschen that are not picked up. Hamantaschen Workshop! *Hamantaschen will also be available for purchase, individually, and by the half-dozen or dozen at the Community Brought to you by the Jewish Federation of Madison’s Purim Carnival on Sunday, March 12. Family Education Committee Join us for an afternoon of baking, filling, folding and fun! When: Sunday, March 5, 2:00 pm-4:30 pm Where: Beth Israel Center Come for the whole time or just drop by for a little to help. There will be a dough-making tutorial from 2:00-2:30 pm and the rest of the time will be spent filling, folding, baking and packaging. Learn to bake Hamantaschen. Help fill them, fold them and bake them to be sold at the community Purim Carnival on Sunday, March 12 at Beth Israel Center. 16/Madison Jewish News February 2017 Jewish Social Services JSS is a Beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Madison www.jssmadison.org

Jewish Social Services Brings Liesl Blockstein Memorial Shabbat to Our Seniors Lecture – Save the Date: Our monthly Shabbat gatherings, with wine donated by Frank Liquor, includes candle lighting, challah, Sunday, February 12 singing and discussion. The annual Liesl Blockstein Memo- rial Lecture, co-sponsored by Jewish Attic Angel Place at 2:30 pm in the Garden Room Social Services and Temple Beth El, 8301 Old Sauk Road will be held on Sunday, February 12. A program of Jewish Social Services and Attic Angel The event honors the memory of a Place. Music by Les Goldsmith, with the assistance of woman who was a well-known force- Angel Volunteers. for-good in both the Jewish commu- nity, and the wider community, and March 3, May 12 features as speaker a woman who em- Capitol Lakes at 3:00 pm in the Grand Hall bodies Liesl’s commitment to social justice and Jewish life. We are pleased 333 West Main Street to announce that this year’s lecture fea- A program of Jewish Social Services and Capitol Lakes tures the artistic director of Forward Retirement Community. Led by Rabbi Andrea Steinberger Theater Company, Jennifer Uphoff with assistance from UW students through the UW-Hillel Gray. Gray holds a degree in Dramatic Foundation. Literature & Stage History from Har- February 10, March 10, May 5 vard College and has directed both re- gionally and nationally. Her credits Oakwood West at 4:00 pm in The Oaks Community include 4000 Miles, Mr. Burns (a post- Room electric play), Good People, All About Eve, and the National Tour of Copen- 6225 Mineral Point Road hagen. She has returned to her home- A program of Jewish Social Services and Oakwood Village town of Madison and is raising her University Woods. With the assistance of JSS volunteers family on the West side with her hus- Jennifer Uphoff Gray and music by Paul Grossberg. band Peter. February 3, March 24, May 19 ATTENTION REHAB PATIENTS: If you are going to be in Add Something Special to your Life! one of these locations during your rehabilitation, you are welcome to attend. Volunteer For February 20 is World Jewish Social Services! Find our volunteer application at care; Verona, Middleton and southwest www.jssmadison.org/volunteer/become-a- Madison. We are also seeking a friendly Day of Social Justice volunteer. visitor for an elderly newcomer in Sun Contact our volunteer program at (608) Prairie. These visits can be made when In 2007, the General Assembly of the We at Jewish Social Services are ex- 442-4083 or visit our website convenient for you. United Nations proclaimed February 20 tremely proud of Madison’s Jewish Com- for information. Volunteer at the Oak- as World Day of Social Justice, citing in munity for being involved in our refugee Our mission: Our dedica- wood Shabbats: Help the this proclamation a need to “support ef- resettlement effort. So far, we have set- tion to service will improve residents of Oakwood Vil- forts of the international community in tled three families in the Madison area. the quality of life and main- lage welcome Shabbat one poverty eradication, the promotion of full This year, we ask that you try and think tain the dignity of our clients Friday per month from 4:00 employment and decent work, gender eq- of a few ways in which you could help in a compassionate and car- pm-5:00 pm. Seat guests, uity and access to social well-being and promote social justice in our local com- ing atmosphere. Volunteers pour wine and juice, and justice for all.” For Jewish Social Serv- munity. Consider volunteering with us to will enhance the ability of the agency to distribute challah, interact with the resi- ices, the pursuit of social justice is tied promote the mitzvah of Tikkun Olam. achieve its overall mission. dents of Oakwood Village and their fami- intrinsically to the core of our organiza- For more information on how to get lies. tion. We work to empower people seek- involved, visit our Facebook page or our Drivers Needed: Help people remain Youth Volunteering, Youth Group ing to meet their basic needs. website at jssmadison.org. independent. Provide rides to clients for Projects and B’nai Mitzvah Projects appointments and other destinations on an Come talk with us about doing a Bar or as-needed and as-available basis. Re- Bat Mitzvah project with Jewish Social quires copies of proof of insurance and Services. There are also opportunities for Thank You from JSS! driver's license plus a driver’s record older youth and youth groups to volunteer As we continue to serve the newest families to the check, done at our expense. and contribute to the community, develop Madison community, JSS would like to thank: Designated Shopper: Take a friendly new skills and have fun. Contact Paul older woman to do errands once or twice Borowsky at (608) 278-1808 or (608) a month in the West Madison area or help 442-4083 direct for a brochure or to dis- Alex Govorukha and SteamPlus for donating an elderly home-bound gentleman remain cuss doing a mitzvah project with Jewish carpet cleaning for one of our resettled families. in independent living by delivering gro- Social Services. ceries and other items. Double your Volunteering Mitzvah Their website is: www.thesteamplus.com Back-up Volunteer Photographer: Check with your human resources de- Take photos at JSS events which will be partment to see whether your company Kurt Jacobsen and West Towne Storage used for promotional materials and social has a policy of matching employees’ com- media. munity volunteer hours with a monetary for donating storage for goods. Bikur Cholim/Friendly Visitor: Op- donation to the agency for whom the em- Their website is: www.selfstoragemadison.com portunities to make brief drop-in visits ployee volunteers. What a great way to en- with several elderly women in memory hance the benefits of your volunteer work.

Find changes, updates and new information about JSS programs at www.jssmadison.org February 2017 Madison Jewish News/17 Jewish Social Services Lechayim Lights A Senior Adult Program of Jewish Social Services, a Beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Madison February Lechayim Calendar Join us for great food, congenial conversation and stimulating programs at Lechayim Lunchtime Plus at Temple Beth El, 2702 Arbor Drive. Contact Jewish Social Services at (608) 278-1808 or email [email protected] no later than 2:00 pm the preceding Wednesday. A vegetarian or strictly kosher option is available with a reservation. If you are over age 60, a minimum donation of $4.00 is suggested, but please only pay what is comfortable for you. The cost of the meal is $7.50 for those under age 60. If you cannot attend the meal, please join us for the free program at 1:00 pm. Many thanks to UW Hillel Adamah Catering for Providing our Delicious Kosher Meals! Monday, February 6 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Beef carbanara w/ pasta, (vegetarian entrée - pasta w/ pesto and blistered tomatoes), greek salad, braised wild mushrooms, market fruit, mini Israeli dessert 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Landscapes – Natural and Cultural Gems. Dave Barger, photographer, volunteer, and traveler.

Monday, February 13 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Beef bourguignon, (vegetarian entrée - shakshuka), herbed rice, house salad with Italian dressing, market fruit, mini Israeli dessert 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Sleep Tight and Do It Right: Fostering Good Sleep Hygiene. Maya Garbuz, Caseworker, Jewish Social Services.

Monday, February 20 11:30 am-12:30 pm Complimentary Blood Pressure check with Nurse Lori Edelstein 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Hickory smoked roasted chicken (vegetarian entrée – red pepper risotto), couscous, tszimmes, market fruit, mini Israeli dessert 1:00 pm-2:00 pm “The Role of Independent Media in Today's News Landscape”, Norman Stockwell, Making Lechayim Reservations publisher of The Progressive magazine. • When you check-in at • If you didn’t make a reservation Lechayim, sign up for the following but would like to come, call (608) Monday, February 27 week. 278-1808 before 10:00 am on Mon- 11:30 am-12:00 pm Yoga from a chair with Betsy Haimson • Call Jewish Social Services at day to see if there have been cancel- 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Smoked whitefish (vegetarian entrée – (608) 278-1808 or email office@ lations. jssmadison.org before 2:00 pm on • We regret that we are unable to vegetarian cholent), rice pilaf, smoked wild the preceding Wednesday. guarantee a meal for last minute mushrooms, market fruit, mini Israeli dessert • Reservations cannot be taken on reservations or walk-ins. 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Chamber Music, Kendalwood String Trio Fridays or over the weekend.

March dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27 Lechayim Snow Day Policy Lechayim is cancelled when the Madison Metropolitan School Transitions District closes schools due to inclement weather. Listen to the radio, check a local TV channel or the Internet for school closings. Happy February Birthday If Madison schools are open but we think Lechayim should be can- Al Frank Arlene Rotter celled, we’ll decide by 8:00 am, contact those with reservations for Donald Folberg Milt Rosenberg Lechayim and post the cancellation on our website. Lee Applebaum Ruth Calden Linda Boger Freda Blair Louise Goldstein Transportation to Lechayim Transit Solutions provides door-to-door service for $1 round trip, payable Condolences to the driver. Contact Paul Borowsky at (608) 278-1808, (608) 442-4083 To the family and friends of Alice Birnhak. (direct) or [email protected] by 12:00 pm the preceding Friday. She passed away on December 27, 2016. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available upon request. Please contact us if you need to cancel a ride. 18/Madison Jewish News February 2017 Jewish Social Services About Our Programs

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getting a good night’s sleep. What are the various stages of sleep? What happens to Norman Stockwell Dave Barger us physiologically as we go through a night’s sleep? Maya Garbuz will provide Prior to his position as publisher of the Monday, February 6 information on how hormones like mela- Progressive Magazine, Norm served over Come join us for a look at some out of tonin play a role in our sleep. She will two decades as WORT's operations coor- the way places and maybe some more fa- also discuss how our sleep habits, daily dinator. He has worked at the station in miliar spots. Dave Barger, landscape routines, light exposure and other factors music and news programming since photographer, traveler, and volunteer has affect our sleep. Not getting the proper 1983. In addition to working as a journal- some wonderful images and information type and amount of sleep may result in ist in the U.S., Cuba, Nicaragua & Mex- on his travels to places such as Machu health issues that vary with our age. Do ico, he co-hosted Pacifica Radio’s Picchu, Arches Canyonlands in Utah, and you need to develop some new habits? national coverage of the 2016 Iowa pres- our own Devil’s Lake in nearby Baraboo, Join us to learn some valuable informa- idential caucuses. His reports and inter- WI. tion and ask your questions. views have appeared on Free Speech Dave combines his love for capturing Radio News, DemocracyNow! & unique images of interesting landscapes AirAmerica, and in print in Z Magazine, with his passion for ecological mainte- Monday, February 20 the Capital Times, AlterNet, the Tico nance and restoration. Working through “The Role of Independent Media in Times, Toward Freedom, The Progres- volunteer agencies such Wilderness Vol- Today’s News Landscape” sive, and elsewhere. He is co-editor of the unteers and Grand Canyon Trust, Dave Norman Stockwell, publisher of the book REBEL REPORTING: John Ross likes to travel to the western United Progressive Magazine, a 108-year-old Speaks to Independent Journalists. States and throughout the world working publication based in Madison, will speak Hamilton Books/Rowman-Littlefield. on hiking trails, invasive species, and about the importance of independent Wes Luke general restoration and maintenance proj- media today. Stockwell will address con- Monday, February 27 ects. There he finds a variety of scenery cerns about “fake news”, propaganda and The Kendalwood String Trio is a vi- with groups such as Madison Symphony and subject matter which inspires his al- “info-tainment” in a world of blogs, cable brant ensemble, bringing chamber music Orchestra and Fresco Opera Theatre. luring photography. news and Facebook. He will also speak to life with its raw musical energy. Its Founding members Wes Luke (violin) about independent, non-commercial members share a common thread in their and Marie Pauls (viola) will perform with Monday, February 13 broadcasting and non-profit publications graduate education at UW-Madison a guest cellist (TBA), presenting Diver- Our own case manager at JSS will as alternatives to the commercial media School of Music. They frequently per- timento in E flat K.563 by W.A. Mozart share her expertise on issues regarding environment. form in the Madison area and beyond, and John Harbison’s Trio Sonata. Fun at Lechayim

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During intersession (winter break) all of the children were able to help with the Kiddush, candle lighting and uncovering the challah.

Look what happens in the spring! Dreidels come in all shapes and sizes.

The bet class brought the snow inside and did some science investigations, coloring the snow and seeing what happens after it stays inside for awhile.

Sometimes the dalet class gets a special visit from Professor SmartyPants. Here she is doing an experiment with Mateo.

Jaime and Eve both got to hold the Kiddush cup during intersession Shabbat.

A favorite free play activity in the gimel classroom – dress up. Cora and Sasha are wearing their beautiful creations.

Ziv and Stav’s mom, Michal, joined us for Shabbat in Curtis, Sam and Solly exploring with sand in the December. gimel classroom. Hanni’s experiment turned into blue slime! February 2017 Madison Jewish News/21 Multi-Age Learning at Madison Jewish Community Day School The Madison Jewish Community Day One student mentioned that when fun without her. It turned out not like We like how we all get to make School is a beneficiary agency of the she was the only five year old for a cou- that at all. “I ended up having fun. I friends that are not just in our grade. We Jewish Federation of Madison. ple months, she was worried that she have fun by making new friends. I love all know everybody. You always have would be alone and the kids would have MJCDS!” company at this school. People often ask us how learning in multi-age groups works. We thought we would go straight to the source…the kids. For block one (math and Hebrew) and block two (language arts and Ju- daics) we are separated into three groups. We rotate every half hour. One group goes to Hebrew and two groups go to math. We all get to be in class to- gether, and we all get to be friends. Sometimes, for math and language arts we work as one group, and other times we work in separate groups or even in- dependently. The older kids sometimes know more than the younger kids and help them. The younger kids often learn things the older kids do, like the third graders get to learn fifth grade stuff, and that makes us feel happy. All of us are together for science, social studies/theater and Judaics/ theater. We all get to spend time to- gether and help each other, like reading a word, doing research, and understand- ing what we are learning. Working to- gether this way, we learn a lot from each other. MJCDS students help each other get ready for science class.

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and Israel the World From the Middle East to the Midwest

Joseph, Harris Krause, Danielle Weiss, If you have an idea for delegations, Partnership2Gether Continued from page 1 Mark Behrman, Michael Minkoff and topics, or ways to connect with our Daniel Gill, the Madison-Marathon friends in the Sea of Galilee area, let us finish line on my feet, not on a stretcher. tourist in Israel. In Jerusalem, we visited Delegation 2017. know at [email protected] The sites and land we ran on is something the Kotel Tunnels and the area of David’s incomparable. To run in a land my ances- Tomb, where you can appreciate the tors fought long and hard for, and con- unique structure of Jerusalem: Jewish, tinue to defend today gave me such an Christian and Muslim traditions, mixed incredible feeling. I felt I was not running all together in one building. this marathon for myself but to make Finally, on our last day we went to Tel them proud! I was blown away that I was Aviv, and Jonathan – one of the Israeli running only miles from Syria and Jor- runners who had run the marathon in dan, the Sea of Galilee and beautiful Madison – joined us. We toured Sarona, mountains, something I could have only a German Colony in Tel Aviv, near the dreamed of doing.” Kiryah, the Israeli Pentagon. Later that But as Dan said, “The marathon was day, we did a Segway tour along a beau- basically my excuse.” The real purpose of tiful beach in Tel Aviv, and finished at the delegation was to create connections noon near the Carmel Market. with local families. It was an amazing week, accompanied After the marathon, the runners went with friends, running, and culture. Thanks to their host families. Most of them said to the partnership for giving us this op- that was the best part. “I met such a won- portunity to continue making connections derful people,” says Wendi Joseph. “My and memories we will have forever! We favorite part of the trip was the experi- can’t wait to go back for more. ence with the host families,” added Har- ris. Dan agreed: “Now I have a new Yours, family… my family just got bigger”. Daniel Mitchell, Claudia Lewis, Beth The following week we traveled to the Yudelman, Lexi Hilton, Wendi Littky The morning before the marathon. Golan Heights. Harris said “It wasn’t something you would do on Birthright and it was out of the regular trail.” And he is right. All the places we saw were so special. It’s amazing that in a small radius, we could see a 1600-year-old synagogue, as well as the room where Rabin and Husain signed the peace contract between Jordan and Israel. On Monday morning, we met with the students in the College of Galilee, heard about the special areas of study (taking care of water, wastewater engineering) and we heard their perspectives about what it is like to be a student in Israel. This is the beginning of another program in our Partnership, “Talk Israel” where UW Madison students connect with col- lege students in Israel to share perspec- tives and learn from each other. We also had an opportunity for a nice cruise at the Kinneret with one of the host families, Yohai and his police boat, and later went to Hamat Gader, a natural hot springs on the border with Jordan. The last two days were all about being Um El Kanatir – 1600 year old synagogue in the Golan. February 2017 Madison Jewish News/23 Connecting with Israel

Tel Aviv night skyline. The Roman street in Jerusalem.

The Kotel Tunnels. Pasta dinner night before the marathon.

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