www.JewishFederationLCC.org Vol. 40, No. 3 n November 2017 / 5778 Author event Annual Campaign fulfills for large donors Federation’s mission By Leni Sack vate donors – you and he Jewish Federation is hosting mum of $5,000, are invited to have FROM THE your neighbors – and from a slightly different type of event cocktails and dinner with Stephen on EXECUTIVE corporate backers in our for its largest donors this year Tuesday, December 5 at 6:00 p.m. at community who value T DIRECTOR the services we provide. – an author event with a nationally- FineMark Bank, 12681 Creekside Ln., known actor, writer and director. Fort Myers.  Alan Isaacs You will also notice that Stephen Tobolowsky is a seasoned Major givers who contribute our monthly newspaper – character actor who has appeared in $1,800 or more to the campaign, are hen you read this, and I L’CHAYIM – is supported by advertis- over 250 movies and television shows, invited to join the author event at 7:30 hope that you will, we will ers and writers who also value what we and is currently per- p.m. for Stephen’s talk, Wbe well into the fourth quar- do. forming in the hit TV followed by dessert and ter of 2017. While that might not hold Please consider carefully the value series, Silicon Valley. book signing. any chronological significance to most that the Federation represents as the Stephen has recently We invite anyone in of us – it does to the Jewish Federation provider of social services – from food written a book en- the community who is and our ability to fulfill our mission:To to financial aid; as the provider of Jew- titled My Adventures not yet at one of these strengthen and enrich the Jewish com- ish cultural opportunities – from folk With God, a funny levels of giving to join munity by providing and supporting dancing to films; as convener of com- introspective story our Pacesetters, Lions philanthropic, educational and social munity groups – from joint Shabbat collection about love, of Judah or Major Gifts service programs locally, in Israel and services to BBYO; and as outreach to, catastrophe and tri- givers to help the Jew- throughout the world. and programming for seniors. umph that describes ish Federation in ac- In the remaining weeks of 2017 When you are contacted by the his evolving relation- complishing its mission the Jewish Federation must raise the Jewish Federation for your contribu- ship with Judaism to strengthen and enrich remaining funds that enable us to serve tion to the 2017 Campaign, please re- our community in the many ways that spond as generously as you are able. and with God. Stephen Tobolowsky the Jewish community In his book, Stephen talks about by providing and supporting philan- we do. As you know, the support that Many thanks for your ongoing and growing up in Texas, finding and los- thropic, educational and social service we receive comes from generous pri- vital support. ing love, losing and finding himself – programs locally, in Israel and through- all told through the prism of the Torah out the world. and Talmud, mixed with insights from In becoming a large donor, not To donate to the Federation’s Annual science and refined through a child’s only will you have the satisfaction of sense of wonder. knowing you are making a difference Campaign, call 239.481.4449 or visit Pacesetters, those who contrib- in the Jewish community, but you will ute $5,400 or more to the Federation’s have the opportunity to enjoy a very 2018 Annual Campaign, and Lions of fun and exciting evening with a very www.JewishFederationLCC.org. Judah, women who contribute a mini- special guest speaker. Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties

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THE LANDINGS Couvert: $25/person 4571 S. Landings Dr. RSVP to Leni at 239.481.4449 x3 Fort Myers 33919 or [email protected] L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 2 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties OUR FEDERATION Program notes In this issue: ’ve already started getting phone calls and emails Peter wanted to give her a very personal and perhapsBy Jodi Cohen, Senior Outreach Coordinator 5 Our Community about the Jewish Film Festival: “What are the final gift: a spectacular feast featuring all her favorite fter Hurricanes Harvey, Irma Imovies this year?” “When will the schedule be dishes. One problem: although he was raised to love and Maria struck these past ready?” “How can I buy tickets?” All those questions food and wine, he didn’t know how to cook. So he months, there were clean-up 9 Jewish Interest and more will be answered in next month’s issue of embarked on an often hilarious and always touchingA efforts and support provided by cities, L’CHAYIM. By the time you read this issue, the film culinary journey that allowed him to bring his moth-counties and states. There were also 12 Marketplace festival committee will have er’s friends and loved ones to the table one last time. campaigns to provide help and relief 16 Israel & the Jewish World met and made the final film se- The annual Community Breakfast is one of my by various Jewish agencies and orga- lections. favorite events. I hope you will join us for a deliciousnizations because no matter where we 18 From the Bimah You can mark your cal- breakfast and to hear this talented author, screen-are, or who we are, as Jews, we belong endars now for Tuesday and writer, playwright, producer and, most importantly,to the larger Jewish community. This 19 Focus on Youth Thursday evenings from Janu- devoted son, share his very poignant and captivatingimpresses and humbles me to no end. ary 11 through February 13 at story. See the ad in this issue of L’CHAYIM for more I recall the time I moved to Iowa 20 Organizations the Regal Belltower Stadium details. City from Eugene, Oregon, in 1983 20. As always, the films run the Another special author’s event is planned forand needed a place to stay for one night 22 Community Directory  Leni Sack gamut from the past to the pres- Major Donors to the Federation’s 2018 Annual Cam-before my apartment was ready. My ent, from light to serious, from paign. Stephen Tobolowsky, a well-known characterfriend Mona in Eugene called her cous- 22 Temple News documentary to drama. I can’t wait to see you all at actor, has written a book called My Adventures Within Irene who had a sister, Dolores, liv- the movies! God (see review on page 10). Pacesetter and Lion of ing in Iowa City. Irene asked Dolores to We have a great program planned for this year’s Judah level donors will have the opportunity to joinput me up for the night. Aafter driving Community Breakfast. The event will be held on Stephen at a cocktail and dinner hour on Tuesday, De-for three days, I walked into Dolores’ Sunday, December 10 at 10:00 a.m. at The Land- cember 5. Afterwards, Major Gift donors are invited ings, 4571 S. Landings Dr., Fort Myers. Author Peter to join Pacesetter and Lion of Judah donors to hear Gethers will be our featured speaker. Peter’s book, Stephen’s presentation followed by dessert and book My Mother’s Kitchen, is a funny and moving memoir signing. To find out more about the different levels of about his mother, who was a talented cook and men- giving, please see the article on page 1 or give us a tor to famous chefs like Wolfgang Puck. She not only call. FineMark Bank will host this event and we are wrote cookbooks and taught cooking alongside Julia grateful to them for their generosity in supporting the Child, she was also the daughter of one of the original Jewish Federation. owners of Ratner’s, a well-known Jewish dairy res- Welcome back to those who are “snowbirds.” I taurant on New York City’s Lower East Side. look forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming In her 80s, his mother had a debilitating stroke. events.

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Thelma & Louise Glee Stephen Tobolowsky Wild Hogs Mississippi Burning actor / writer / director Groundhog Day Deadwood Jewish news published monthly by Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties 9701 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers, FL 33908 The Mindy Project (239) 481-4449 • Fax: (239) 481-0139 Online at www.JewishFederationLCC.org  Memento November 2017 • Volume 40, Number 3  Co-Presidents: Rozzi Osterman • Brian Simon Board: Paul Bartrop • Herb Fried • Carolyn Gora Jerry Greenfield • Keith Grossman • Andi Horowitz Next Appearance: Charles Idelson • Linda Idelson • Marsha Kistler Sara Krivisky • Michele Laboda • JoAnn Lewin Barbara Siegel • Sylvia Simko • Sherri Zucker Jewish Federation Lee & Charlotte Counties Executive Director: Alan Isaacs

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Gift cards to places like Publix, Walmart, Target, etc., as well as cash donations, are also appreciated. 239.595.0207 Jewish Family Services helps seniors, individuals and families with a variety of needs. www.SeniorHousingSolutions.net

UPCOMING FEDERATION EVENTS 2017/18

DEC. 05 Pacesetters/Author Event - Talented Jewish actor Stephen Tobolowsky who has appeared in over 100 movies and 200 television shows will talk about his new book “My Adventures with God”.

DEC. 10 Community Breakfast - Author Peter Gethers will talk about his new book “My Mother’s Kitchen: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and the Meaning of Life”.

JAN. 11- Jewish Film Festival - The Annual Jewish Film Festival of SW Florida is proud to present another premier lineup of outstanding and highly diverse films that will excite, delight, enlighten and provoke our audience. FEB. 13 FEB. 21 Author Event at Alliance for the Arts - Laurie Lico Albanese’s book, “Stolen Beauty”, combines European Jewish historical fiction with art.

FEB. 24 Major Gifts Reception - A special evening cocktail and dinner event as a thank you to our most generous donors.

MAR. 13 Women’s Philanthropy/Lion of Judah - One of the original writers on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Susan Silver, will make us laugh and “kvell” as she talks about her search for a productive life, a re-connection to her Jewish roots and her deep involvement with Israel.

APR. 08 Holocaust Memorial Service - This annual event is about honoring the memory of the victims of the Holocaust, as well as fulfilling the promise to “never forget”.

APR. 15 Israel at 70 Fest - Hard to believe, but Israel is turning 70 years old! Join us as we celebrate a year of recognizing Israel’s innovative spirit with a big birthday bash!

STAY TUNED. MORE INFO TO FOLLOW! L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 4 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties OUR FEDERATION

The Jewish Federation Annual Campaign provides the resources to strengthen and enrich our Jewish community locally, in Israel and around the world. YOUR SUPPORT Sunday Promote Strengthen & enrich Honor/ Share your KINDNESS JEWISH COMMarchMUNITY 1st Remember MITZVAH A LOVED ONE

This year please consider making an additional campaign contribution in honor or in memory of a loved one. Because kindness is contagious we would like to highlight your generosity in L’CHAYIM and notify personally those whom you honor. You may choose how your generosity is noted and how we share your mitzvah with our community.

GENEROUS DONORS How the Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties Serves Anonymous Angels Temple Beth El Local Jewish Education and Culture Temple Judea  Communitywide Jewish Education and Culture Programs for Mellow Mah Jongg Ladies all ages including the Jewish Film Festival, Jewish Author Israeli Dancers Events, Israel Celebration, Jewish genealogy, Israeli folk Gary & Phyllis Gold dancing, social groups, etc. Marty & Judy Freling  L’CHAYIM published monthly to keep the Jewish community Judith Yevick informed about local, national and international Jewish issues. Paul & Gayle Edwards  Community Relations activities include monitoring anti Ann Reehil Semitism and issues of separation of church and state in the Boni Raitt Andrea & Gene Sipe community. Jed & Jan Klein Steve & Lana Royal  Israel Advocacy and Initiatives to strengthen local Jewish Aydat Haderekh Roz Fisher, Andi Dinerstein community ties with Israel. Holocaust Education through the Berkowitz family & Pam Kurtzer Holocaust Museum of Southwest Florida to middle and high Osterman family Muriel & Phil Altus school students in the community. Lisa & Marty Levy Bonnie Kasdan Howard Weinberg Joan Green Overseas Ron & Lynn Talone Amy Phillips  Funding to the Jewish Agency for Israel and the American Chabad of Cape Coral Phyllis Henkel Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) for full spectrum Tammy & Michael Rochman Betty Rubenstein social services to Israel and Jewish communities in 60+ countries around the world.  Partnership 2Gether relationship with the HaderaEiron Region in Israel.

Local Seniors Services TRIBUTES  Holiday baskets and teen visits to seniors and senior facilities In memory of Naomi Cohen for Rosh Hashanah, Hanukah and Passover. from Ann M. Reehil  Seniors & Volunteers Lunch Program.  Emerging and pressing needs related to senior housing, health In memory of Dave Goldberg and socialization.

from Paul & Gayle Edwards Local Case Management Services  Nonsectarian, individual and family outreach, information and In memory of Sylvia Brenner referral services. from Joan Green  Individual life coaching and support services.

In memory of Freida Axelrod Local Emergency Services  from Muriel & Phil Altus Food Pantry. SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM  Emergency financial assistance. from Marty & Judy Freling  Education and aid associated with natural disasters. from Gary & Phyllis Gold from the Port family Local Community Services  Support families of children with special needs. In memory of our aunt & great Aunt Freida Axelrod  SAT preparatory classes for high school students. from Roz Fisher, Andi Dinerstein & Pam Kurtzer  Volunteerism.  Organizational Collaboration.  Assessment and Planning. Each month, L’CHAYIM will list your Tributes. Please send them to Lori Ramos Jewish Community Foundation  An endowment that ensures the longterm financial base of at the Federation at [email protected]. charitable, social and educational programs in our community.  Needsbased college scholarships and study scholarships in Come out for lunch, see familiar Israel.  Projects and programs aimed at Jewish community enrichment. faces and meet new friends at our monthly senior lunches. SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM UPCOMING DATES: Thursday, November 9th, 12 PM Temple Judea 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers (rsvp by Nov. 6th)

Tuesday, December 19th, 12 PMCome out for lunch, see familiar faces and meet new friends at Temple Beth Shalom 702 SE 24th Ave., Cape Coral our monthly senior lunches.

(rsvp by Dec. 14th) UPCOMING DATES: Joseph Horowitz Israel Travel Thursday, November 9th, 12 PM Temple Judea 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers Grants Available

Let us know if you will be driving or (rsvp by Nov. 6th)

if you would like a volunteer to pick you up.

Tuesday, December 19th, 12 PM Temple Beth Shalom The Joseph Horowitz Israel Travel Grant is available through RSVP to: Jodi Cohen 702 SE 24th Ave., Cape Coral the Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Lee 239-481-4449, #6 or (rsvp by Dec. 14th) and Charlotte Counties. The grant may be used for travel to [email protected] Israel to participate in programs that are volunteer or educational in nature. Our hope is that these programs will Let us know if you will be driving or if you would like a volunteer to pick enhance Jewish knowledge and identity in preparation for you up. participation in American Jewish life. This grant is for Jewish residents of either county who are 25 years old or younger RSVP to: Jodi Cohen and can demonstrate a financial need. Academic standing 239-481-4449, #6 or and community involvement may also be considered. For [email protected] more information or an application, please visit our website at www.JewishFederationLCC.org or contact the Federation at 239-481-4449, ext. 4 or email [email protected].

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The Jewish Federation Annual Campaign provides the resources to Upcoming events at the Holocaust Museum strengthen and enrich our Jewish community locally, in Israel and around the world. By Susan Suarez, Executive Director YOUR SUPPORT ince this is the first column since the life of Sabine van Dam, Holocaust lanthropy Day, on Thursday, November p.m., the Museum will be hosting a Strengthen &Sunday enrich Hurricane Irma impacted our survivor and Museum speaker. In Flight 9. She will be honored at the Awards GenShoah of SWFL event with Dr. Promote lives, I am grateful to report was created in partnership with Gulf- Reception of the Collier-Lee Chapter Paul Bartrop of FGCU, who will be Share your JEWISH COMMUNITY S Honor/ KINDNESS March 1st the Museum made it through with just shore Playhouse, and will be introduced of the Association of Fundraising Pro- discussing his recent book, Resisting Remember MITZVAH a couple of mi- into our school programming this year. fessionals of Florida, along with other the Holocaust. This free event is open A LOVED ONE nor ceiling leaks. Students will have the opportunity to outstanding individuals and organiza- to the public. Reservations are required Along with ev- see and react to how our life choices tions for their contributions to our com- as space is limited. RSVP to info@ eryone else in the and actions define us. munity. Congratulations, Maureen, on a HolocaustMuseumSWFL.org or call area, our power, Live theater is an engaging way for well-deserved honor! 239.263.9200. This year please consider making an additional campaign contribution in honor or in memory of a loved one. water, phones and students to learn about the Holocaust. As we mark the anniversary this Finally, special thanks to the follow- Because kindness is contagious we would like to highlight your generosity in L’CHAYIM and notify personally those whom internet were out By bringing stories to life, students will month of Kristallnacht, we invite you to ing people for their assistance in helping you honor. You may choose how your generosity is noted and how we share your mitzvah with our community. for a while, too. see how people’s actions and choices attend the community commemoration us prepare for, and recover from, the However, we were made a critical difference. Luncheon event scheduled for Sunday, November storm: Rosalee Bogo, Stuart and Jay  Susan able to re-open to Sponsorships are now available, and all 5 at 2:30 p.m. at Saint William Catholic Kaye, John and Anthony Morletto, Patti Suarez the public on Sat- proceeds benefit the Museum’s Educa- Church, 601 Seagate Drive, Naples. It is Bloom and Dennis Riddlemoser. Thanks urday, September 23, just in time for tion programs. open to the public, free of charge. The also to all those who sent prayers and Collier County Museum Day! For information on tickets and Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of Collier good thoughts for our personal safety as Our current exhibit is Painting Sponsorships, please contact Develop- County is coordinating the event. well. Our thoughts and prayers continue the Irena Sendler Story, featuring the ment Specialist Tim Morrison at Tim@ Also this month the Museum will to be with those still dealing with the original oil paintings created by art- HolocaustMuseumSWFL.org or call be hosting three Genealogy Workshops aftermath of hurricanes Harvey, Irma ist Bill Farnsworth for the book Irena 239.263.9200. Dress for the event is on Monday, November 13, 20 and 27. and Maria. Sendler and the Children of the Warsaw business casual attire. These free workshops are open to the We have all recently benefited Ghetto. The Luncheon Committee members public, and reservations are required from the help of neighbors, friends and We hope you have marked your are Felicia Anchor, Silvie Berkeley, for each session. For more information strangers. Despite our differences, we calendar and will join us for The Lun- Goldie Bertone, Shirley Besikof, San- and to RSVP, contact David Nelson at pulled together. Let’s remember how cheon on Friday, December 15 at 11:30 dra Buxton, Maureen Lerner, Estelle [email protected] good it was both to give and receive a.m. at The Ritz-Carlton Beach Resort Price, Sandy Roth, Amy Snyder, Milda or call 239.263.9200. this help, and build on this as we move in Naples. The Luncheon is the premier Vaivada and Nancy White. On Sunday, November 19 at 5:00 forward beyond the recovery phase. early winter season event in Naples. The Museum board member Maureen special feature of this year’s event is the Lerner will be recognized for her work national debut of the short inspirational as a “Distinguished Volunteer” during 20th Bi-Annual HotWorks.org play, In Flight. The play is based on the local celebration of National Phi- Estero Fine Art Show™ FGCU to host speaker on November 18 & 19, 2017 Jewish refugees in Jamaica n Friday, November 17, the certain victims of the Nazis. Much of Gulf Coast Town Center Center for Judaic, Holocaust, her work was based on poignant nar- Oand Genocide Studies at Florida ratives by some of the camp survivors; Gulf Coast University will be hosting some had never told their stories before Dr. Diana Cooper-Clark, from York Uni- this. versity, Toronto, Canada. The event will All FGCU students, faculty and take place in the Cohen Center, room CC staff are welcome to attend. Outside 247, between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. guests are also invited to join with the Dr. Cooper-Clark will be discuss- FGCU community in learning about ing her recent book, Dreams of Re- this remarkable story. The event is free; Creation in Jamaica, the remarkable no registration or RSVP is necessary. story of how some 1,500 Jewish refu- Those coming from outside the campus gees from Nazism were rescued from should obtain a parking permit from Europe and sent to Jamaica by the the Welcome Kiosk at the University British government, where they were entrance off Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. interned in a camp originally intended FGCU is located at 10501 FGCU Blvd., for evacuees from Gibraltar. Fort Myers. It is the product of years of research For more details, contact Center in which Dr. Cooper-Clark rescued the Director Dr. Paul Bartrop (pbartrop@ story of Jamaica’s connection to the fgcu.edu), or his assistant, Ms. Megan Holocaust, and the salvation of Jews Jempson ([email protected]. who might otherwise have become edu). Sanibel rabbi receives ‘rare honor’ from Vanderbilt abbi Stephen Lewis Fuchs, ernment or other social institutions. rabbi of Bat Yam Temple of “I am humbled and proud that Rthe Islands on Sanibel, was of- Vanderbilt Divinity School has recog- ficially named Distinguished Alumnus nized me in this way, particularly since of 2017 by Vanderbilt Divinity School I have learned that it is rare for a Chris- in Nashville, Tennessee. Rabbi Fuchs, tian Divinity School to recognize a Jew DMin’92, is the first Jew in the history in this fashion,” said Rabbi Fuchs. of VDS to receive this award. Rabbi Fuchs assumed the pulpit To be considered for the Distin- at Bat Yam Temple of the Islands in guished Alumnus Award, one must September. He is also Rabbi Emeritus demonstrate excellence and distinction at Congregation Beth Israel in West Joseph Horowitz Israel Travel in justice-making through their work Hartford, Connecticut. He has been a in congregational ministry, religious strong advocate for universal health Grants Available institutions, ecumenical organizations, care, playing a significant role in the

community-based organizations, gov- passage of legislation for access to

quality, affordable health care in Con-

necticut. He is a former president of the

The Joseph Horowitz Israel Travel Grant is available through World Union for Progressive Judaism. the Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Lee During his extensive travels, Fuchs and and Charlotte Counties. The grant may be used for travel to his wife, Victoria, have visited many HotWorks.org Facebook.com/hotworksartshows Gwendolyn Redfern, Painting Israel to participate in programs that are volunteer or churches and schools in Germany to educational in nature. Our hope is that these programs will help educate young people about the Voted Top 100 Juried Art Shows in the Country enhance Jewish knowledge and identity in preparation for significance of the Holocaust. 3 Years in a Row! participation in American Jewish life. This grant is for Jewish The rabbi is the author of four New Location at Gulf Coast Town Center residents of either county who are 25 years old or younger books: What’s in it for Me? Finding I-75 & Alico Rd/Exit #128 ~ Next door to Bass Pro Shop and can demonstrate a financial need. Academic standing Ourselves in Biblical Narratives; Tora- Saturday, 10-7 and Sunday 10-5 ~ Plenty of onsite parking and community involvement may also be considered. For Highlights; Why the Kof? Getting the more information or an application, please visit our website at Best of Rabbi Fuchs, a collection of his Kids! Call for Entries - Youth Art Competition for grades K-8 or 5-13 www.JewishFederationLCC.org or contact the Federation at essays and blog posts; and Why Triple See Art, Love Art, Buy Art!™ See You There! 239-481-4449, ext. 4 or email [email protected]. Chai? The award dinner and ceremony Rabbi Fuchs at the Bat Yam sukkah with students was held on Tuesday, October 17 at the from Sanibel Congregational UCC Church’s Christian Pre-School and their teacher University Club of Nashville. L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 6 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties OUR COMMUNITY Maccabi USA seeking Jewish athletes, coaches The gem of Southwest Florida’s art events and volunteers for Maccabi Youth Games 2018 accabi USA is seeking Jewish keeping Jewish pride on the map,” said North America. As the official Maccabi ideals of Jewish Continuity, Zionism athletes, coaches and volun- Backal. “Not only in sports, but through representative in the U.S., Maccabi USA and Excellence in Sport. Maccabi USA Mteers to represent the United a very successful combination of inter- supports Jewish athletic endeavors, builds Jewish pride through sports. States at the inaugural Maccabi Youth related experiences that revolve around enhanced by cultural and educational Maccabi USA has been selected by Games in Israel, from July 22 to August sports. The magic of Maccabi is the per- activities in the United States, Israel and the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) 1, 2018. There will be six days of com- fect mix of experiences that successfully throughout the Diaspora. as a Multi-Sport Organization (MSO). petition, followed by three days of tour- strengthens the Jewish heart and mind MUSA develops, promotes and sup- The nonprofit organization becomes ing based in Jerusalem. The Games will for the lifetimes of those involved. It ports international, national and regional one of 35 MSOs nationwide to be rec- consist of U.S. teams for boys and girls is my true honor to be leading the next athletic-based activities and facilities. ognized by the USOC for its ability to born 2002-2004 in basketball, futsal, ice generation of Jewish athletes to Israel It strives to provide Jewish athletes all cultivate a national interest in sport and hockey, soccer and volleyball. To learn next summer to represent Maccabi USA over the world the opportunity to share increase opportunities for participation more about the sports offered and to in the Maccabi Youth Games.” their heritage and customs in competi- internationally, nationally and at the access an application, please visit www. Maccabi USA builds Jewish pride tive athletic settings. MUSA supports grassroots level. maccabiusa.com. Applications will be through sports, generating the emotional programs that embody the Maccabi accepted on a rolling basis, with a prior- intensity, high ideals and powerful ca- ity application consideration deadline of maraderie of competition. We connect Friday, December 1. athletes, volunteers and supporters Community Free Synagogue The Games are in cooperation with the global Jewish community. Our with JCC Association, the JCC Mac- athletic, educational and cultural expe- events and programs cabi Games, BBYO, and Maccabi riences build Jewish identity, perpetu- Readings in Jewish Law charge, although participants are en- organizations around the world. The ate Jewish continuity worldwide, and and Tradition couraged to bring a late-breakfast nosh. other countries competing include strengthen support for the State of Israel. The public in encouraged to attend Brown Bag Movie Night Australia, Canada, Great Britain, Israel For more information, please con- the next edition of the adult education The public is invited the Community and South Africa. Games will be held tact Maccabi USA Program Director series on passages from the Shulhan Free Synagogue’s next Brown Bag in and around the city of Haifa, except Shane Carr at 215.561.6900 or scarr@ Arukh (Code of Jewish Law) and the Movie Night starting at 6:30 p.m. on for ice hockey, which is slated to be maccabiusa.com. Condensed Shulhan Arukh (Qitzur) Thursday, November 9, featuring De- played in Metula. About Maccabi USA: each Sunday morning in November mon. The film is a retelling of the clas- Marc Backal, General Chairman, Maccabi USA (MUSA) is a federally- from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Com- sic “dybbuk” Jewish tale of possession 2018 Maccabi Youth Games USA recognized not-for-profit 501(c)(3) or- munity Free Synagogue’s Community by an unrequited soul of a bridegroom Organizing Committee, is recruiting ganization with an extensive history of Hall, 10868 Metro Parkway, Fort My- on his wedding day. Set in today’s Po- volunteers for the committee who will enriching Jewish lives through athletic, ers. land, the late director Marcin Wrona’s appoint qualified coaches and managers. cultural and educational programs. It is Rabbi Bruce Diamond will lead work is a gripping and beautifully pre- The Organizing Committee will field a the official sponsor of the United States the study session and discussion of sented film that one critic notes as, “A USA Team that is 300+ strong who will Team to the World Maccabiah Games, basic Jewish traditions and practices chilling, eerie cautionary tale about be part of approximately 1,200 partici- and the Pan American and European contained in this authoritative source the ghosts that continue to haunt Po- pants from around the world. Maccabi Games, as well as a sponsor for Jewish observance, with a focus on land long after the war,” laced with “Maccabi USA is at the forefront of of the JCC Maccabi Games for teens in traditions that are especially applicable dark comedy and deeply compelling today. themes. Pack a dinner; admission and This class is open to all at no soft drinks are free. 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The unique shapes that Megdall cre- ideals of Jewish Continuity, Zionism Fine Art Show on Saturday and To convey his nature-inspired heal- ates through his glass art are uniformly and Excellence in Sport. Maccabi USA Sunday, November 18-19 with a ing designs to hospital and medical perceived as warm, inviting and calm- builds Jewish pride through sports. J new location at Gulf Coast Town Center, venues, Megdall works with an array ing. They are holistic, which reminds Maccabi USA has been selected by next to Bass Pro Shop. The boutique of doctors, medical offices, designers Stan of his favorite quote from Vincent the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) style, two-day outdoor juried fine art and art consultants. “Displaying my van Gogh: “Art is to console those who as a Multi-Sport Organization (MSO). and fine craft show attracts some of the are broken by life.” The nonprofit organization becomes country’s finest artists. It has been voted Besides a color one of 35 MSOs nationwide to be rec-in the top 100 art shows in America the palette that ranges from ognized by the USOC for its ability to last three years in a row! Among the soothing to vibrant, cultivate a national interest in sport andartists in this year’s show is contempo- Megdall employs met- increase opportunities for participationrary glass blower, designer and sculptor, al to make his wall internationally, nationally and at the Stan Megdall. pieces really pop. The grassroots level. Megdall is known for colorful, vital, medium also gives his organically-shaped wall sculptures ideal wall and freestanding for homes, gardens, office and corporate sculptures strength and environments. “Although my work is in- durability. Community Free Synagogue cluded in the collections of many hotels, The wall pieces Pro Shop. Organized by Hot Works and corporations and private homes, my pri- are also quite versatile. the 501(c)(3) non-profit arm, Institute events and programs mary focus is hospitals and health care They can be hung in for the Arts & Education, the Estero Fine charge, although participants are en-art,” states Stan, who enjoys a national Stan Megdall many different ways, Art Show is consistently ranked in the couraged to bring a late-breakfast nosh. art in the right places has been proven which allows collectors to change the top 100 national shows by Sunshine Art- Brown Bag Movie Night to support patient care and uniquely look and design of a room by simply ist Magazine. All work is original and The public is invited the Community contribute to patient satisfaction and re-arranging the way the pieces are handmade by each of the participating Free Synagogue’s next Brown Bag shorter hospital stays,” reports Megdall, displayed on the wall. artists who will be present at the show Movie Night starting at 6:30 p.m. on a lifelong practicing Jew whose focus on But Stan rarely gets to interact with and eager to personally answer ques- Thursday, November 9, featuring De- the healing qualities of art is faith-based. the patients and medical staff who view tions about their designs, process and mon. The film is a retelling of the clas- Data compiled by a number of re- his art in medical and hospital settings. inspiration. sic “dybbuk” Jewish tale of possession cent studies conducted by the Americans To keep in touch with individual col- For more information, please con- by an unrequited soul of a bridegroom for the Arts, the National Endowment lectors and art enthusiasts, Stan and tact Executive Director and Producer on his wedding day. Set in today’s Po- for the Arts, Arts in Healthcare and his wife, Debbie, participate in quality Patty Narozny at 941.755.3088 or visit land, the late director Marcin Wrona’s juried art shows across www.hotworks.org. work is a gripping and beautifully pre- the country. Not surpris- sented film that one critic notes as, “A ingly, Megdall’s glass chilling, eerie cautionary tale about wall art has garnered the ghosts that continue to haunt Po- numerous awards and land long after the war,” laced with accolades. dark comedy and deeply compelling Hot Works’ Estero themes. Pack a dinner; admission andreputation among hospitals spanning the Fine Art Show takes soft drinks are free. United States. place from 10:00 a.m. It all started when he happened to to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, take a glass blowing class. “I realized November 18 and 10:00 that my passion lied within the arts,” a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Stan recalls. While he continues to the Journal of the Royal Society for Sunday, November 19 at the Gulf Coast learn through trial, error and constant Medicine, among others, does show Town Center, east of I-75 off exit 128 on practice, his lifelong study of glass art that certain types of art can result in Alico Road in Fort Myers, next to Bass began at Detroit’s famous Center for shorter hospital stays, the need for less Creative Studies. medication, greater pain tolerance and “Custom, hand-blown sculptures fewer post-operative complications. are complex,” concedes Megdall, whose Shape, color and texture factor heav- pieces are wrought in a furnace that ily into the health benefits derived stays heated to 2500°F. “To finish the by patients, families and caregivers glass, each piece is ground, polished from the visual art displayed in patient and hand placed to create a one-of-a rooms and waiting areas.

BAT MITZVAH Ella Laboda, daughter of Alane Laboda, sister of Sarah, and granddaughter of Sheila and Gerald, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, November 4 at Temple Beth El. A 7th grader at Cypress Lake Middle School, Ella is a straight-A student. Her love of pets prompted her mitzvah project. Working with animal shelters, she will make pet toys and collect donations for res- cued animals, hoping to make their lives a little better. Ella’s many interests include scuba diving, cross country, and playing piano. She loves spending her free time hanging with friends, cuddling with her dogs, and reading a good book. However, nothing makes her happier than being silly and making people smile. Ella would like to thank all her friends and family for making her mitzvah project such an enriching experience. She also thanks everybody who helped her to prepare for her Bat Mitzvah, especially Dale and Rabbi Luna. She truly enjoyed learning and studying Hebrew. She is excited about beginning confir- mation classes and continuing her Jewish studies.

OBITUARY Judy Tritel (7/1/1944 - 10/10/2017) was born and raised in Philadelphia, and lived in Fort Myers since 1973. She was a psychotherapist in the field of re- habilitation counseling, getting her degree while raising three boys. She had many passions including nature, photography, films, biking, yoga/meditation, her Kitties, birds, music and books. She is survived by her husband of over 22 years, Don Asselin, three sons from her first marriage and their spouses, Moshe-Beryl, Paul-Lisa, Richard-Tina, and eight grandkids and two dogs who all loved her very much; and Don’s four sons and their spouses, Donnie-Susan, Mike-Toby, Steve-Amy, Major-Jen, and one daughter, Katherine-Robert with 12 grandkids and a great-grandson. She was loved by so many and will be missed greatly. Each month, L’CHAYIM will list your Life Cycle events – births, B’nai Mitzvah, engagements, etc. Submit your events to [email protected]. L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 8 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties OUR COMMUNITY

For All Your Southwest Florida Jewish Historical Society A story without an ending: Casablanca and the Jews of SWFL Annual Gala Real Estate Needs he mission of Jewish Historical program at noon with the premiere of Society of Southwest Florida Murray’s Mile, the sixth film in the Susan Glasser, Realtor® Tsince its formation in 2010 is to ongoing Southwest Florida Jewish collect, preserve and protect the Jewish Pioneers series, a Jewish Historical history of this region. Local Jewish his- Society of SWFL production. John R. Wood Properties tory is very new and The Honorary Event 15065 McGregor Blvd. #105 its trail is very raw. Chair is Naples Mayor Bill Fort Myers, FL 33908 The Society’s board Barnett, with honored guests In front of Gulf Harbour and members recog- Collier County Sheriff Kevin nize the extraordinary Rambosk, and Ambassa- opportunity of their dor & Congressman Francis [email protected] work and are proud to Rooney. Ticket are $85 per Mobile: (239) 281-3105 have reached the apex person and may be purchased of a first-ever Gala so at https://jhsmurrayhendel. Office: (239) 472-2411 Lee County resident that the education part eventbrite.com or by sending for more than 20 years of this mission can be a check, payable to JHSSWF, further strengthened. to JHSSWF, 899 Vander- The Gala, Flor- bilt Beach Road, Suite 116, ida Jewish History Murray Hendel Naples, FL 34108. Month Celebration with Murray Hendel, For inquiries, to advertise in the will take place on Sunday, January 21 event program, purchase a table or be- at the Hilton Naples. A sit-down brunch come a sponsor, please email jhsswf@ begins at 11:00 a.m. followed by the gmail.com or call 239.566.1771. Hadassah presents “The Joy of Jewish Music” By Iris Shur bout 17 years ago I went to an Joy is from the Tampa Bay area. outdoor concert at Headquar- She had an extensive radio career as Aters Branch Library on Orange a broadcast manager, and for the past Blossom Drive. The entertainer was 31 years has been a professional music Joy Katzen-Guthrie, who played the composer/lyricist, pianist and vocalist. keyboard and sang Jewish She has been a cantorial songs. I was in love with soloist since 1990. her voice. Not only did she If you were at the sing but she interspersed library listening to Joy her singing with very in- sing 17 years ago, I know teresting related historical that you will be coming references. to hear her again. And, Ronny S Taschner DDS For the past 17 years I if you haven’t heard her Active Member of the American Academy of Periodontology thought about having her sing, you won’t want toThe Balfour Declaration come back to Naples to miss this opportunity. perform but the appropri- It’s a “twofer” – hear Jennifer Taschner DDS MMSc ate situation did not pres- Joy sing and supportat 100 Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology By Paul R. Bartrop, PhD ent itself until now. We the wonderful Hadassah are so lucky to be able to Joy Katzen-Guthrie Medical Organization. have the wonderful Joy Katzen-Guthrie Tickets are only $18 ($22 at the in Naples once again on Tuesday, De- door) and the event is open to the public. cember 5 at a fundraiser for Collier/ To attend, please mail a check, pay- Lee Hadassah. She will perform “The able to Hadassah, to Maxine Brenner, Joy of Jewish Music” at 7:00 p.m. at 7559 Berkshire Pines Drive, Naples, Beth Tikvah, 1459 Pine Ridge Road, FL 34104. Include your phone number Naples. The program will take us on a and email address. Your check is your journey of Jewish music including tunes receipt. For further information, email of Broadway and Hollywood. me at [email protected]. Hadassah Israel celebration srael turns 70 in 2018 (as do many Come to the Hilton Naples on Sun- of us!), and we should all celebrate! day, February 25 at 10:00 a.m. and join 1645 Medical Lane, Fort Myers, FL IIt would be lovely to take a trip to us for a bountiful breakfast brunch. It Phone 239-936-0635 Israel, visit the old cities, step into a will be like a taste of Israel with Israeli Visit Our Website www.taschnerperio.com shuk, and taste traditional food. What delicacies. You will be entertained with could be better for a birthday than sing- songs from Cantor Donna Azu and ing, dancing and eating together? cantorial soloist Jane Galler, and can But, we are here in Southwest join in the dancing led by The Shalom Florida. Where can we go to celebrate Dancers. Participate in our silent auction together? The Collier/Lee Chapter of and, above all, support all that Hadassah Hadassah has the answer! Immerse does here and internationally. Tickets yourself in the culture of Israel without are $70 per person. Save the date. Look getting on an airplane! for more details soon.

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for more information call for more information call Rona Strausberg at 239.949.9003 L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 JEWISH INTEREST Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 9 Jewish Historical Society A story without an ending: Casablanca and the Jews By Paul R. Bartrop, PhD of SWFL Annual Gala n November 26, 1942 – Thanks- Morocco and Algeria, began on No- Michael Curtiz had arrived in the by refugees from the Nazis. Other ac- program at noon with the premiere of giving night – the movie Casa- vember 8, and units of the United States United States from Hungary in 1926. tors of Jewish background, such as the Murray’s Mile, the sixth film in the blanca, directed by Jewish 1st Armored Division landed near Oran In 1933 he became a naturalized U.S. Russian-born Leonid Kinskey, were also ongoing Southwest Florida Jewish O refugee Michael Curtiz, premiered in – not far from Casablanca itself. Two citizen, but several members of his featured. Pioneers series, a Jewish Historical New York. In the intervening three- days later, Germany invaded Vichy, family remained in Europe and were Casablanca resonated with Ameri- Society of SWFL production. quarters of a century it has become, ar- France, while on November 13 the murdered by the Nazis at Auschwitz. can audiences. It won three Academy The Honorary Event guably, one of the (if not the) best-loved British Eighth Army recaptured To- Before and during the war, Curtiz con- Awards – Best Picture, Best Director Chair is Naples Mayor Bill of all Hollywood films. For some, it is a bruk. On the Eastern Front, the Battle tributed substantially to the European (Curtiz) and Best Adapted Screenplay Barnett, with honored guests war story; for many, a of Stalingrad began, and in the Pacific Film Fund, a benevolent association (the Epsteins and Koch) – and received Collier County Sheriff Kevin love story par excel- War, Americans were deeply involved which collected and distributed money nominations in three other categories. Rambosk, and Ambassa- lence; for others, the at Guadalcanal. to assist European refugees in the It had – and still has – enormous emo- dor & Congressman Francis most quotable movie In this context, Casablanca was a United States involved in the film busi- tional impact, much of which could be Rooney. Ticket are $85 per ever made, with lines work with multiple layers of meaning ness. attributed to cinematic presence shown person and may be purchased such as “Play it Sam,” appealing to a wide audience. On one Beyond Curtiz, it should also be by the European exiles and refugees at https://jhsmurrayhendel. “Here’s looking at level it was a simple romantic drama, noted that the script of Casablanca was involved. In the words of one commen- eventbrite.com or by sending you, kid!,” “We’ll focusing on an American expatriate written in stages by other Jews: twins tator, they “brought to a dozen small a check, payable to JHSSWF,  Dr. Paul always have Paris,” (Rick Blaine) who must choose between Julius and Philip Epstein, and Howard roles in Casablanca an understanding to JHSSWF, 899 Vander- Bartrop “Round up the usual his love for a woman (Ilse Lund) and Koch, who would later go on to be and a desperation that could never have bilt Beach Road, Suite 116, suspects,” “Shocked, shocked!,” “All helping her husband, a leading Resis- blacklisted during the McCarthy period. come from Central Casting.” Naples, FL 34108. the gin joints in all the towns in all tance leader (Victor Laszlo), escape But it was the crucial role of the war In one highly charged scene, for For inquiries, to advertise in the the world, and she walks into mine,” Casablanca to continue his fight against and the refugees from Nazi Europe who instance, when Nazi officers in the café event program, purchase a table or be- “Louis, I think this is the beginning of the Nazis. gave the movie so much of its flavor. sing a German patriotic song, Victor come a sponsor, please email jhsswf@ a beautiful friendship,” “The problems Another reading of the film, how- Only three of the credited actors were Laszlo orders the house band to drown gmail.com or call 239.566.1771. of three little people don’t amount to a ever, shows a reinforcement of the born in the United States: Humphrey them out by playing “La Marseillaise,” hill of beans in this crazy world,” and American image (whether borne out Bogart as anti-hero Rick Blaine; Dooley the French national anthem. During the Hadassah presents so on. Its characters, together with its in reality or not) as a haven for those Wilson as the café’s resident musician, filming of this scene, many of the actors memorable lines and a theme song now persecuted by the Nazis. Set in 1941, Sam; and Joy Page portrayed Bulgarian were crying. Madeleine Le-Beau, in an known to generations, have all become refugees from Nazism all came to Rick’s refugee Annina Brandel. unscripted moment at the end, cried out “The Joy of Jewish Music” iconic. Café Américain, desperate to reach Beyond these three, the cast was “Vive la France! Vive la Démocratie!” What is often overlooked is just the still-neutral United States. Rick, truly international: Claude Rains and Curtiz decided to retain this in the film, Joy is from the Tampa Bay area. how far this is a quintessentially Jewish who claimed no nationality other than Sydney Greenstreet were British, and it is a poignant high point of the She had an extensive radio career as movie, indeed, a Jewish refugee movie. “drunkard,” was already an anti-Nazi, Paul Henreid was Austrian, and In- movie. a broadcast manager, and for the past Linked inextricably to the war against having run guns to Ethiopia against the grid Bergman was Swedish. Beyond Casablanca is regularly featured 31 years has been a professional music the Nazis, it was a major contribution by Italians and fought for the Republicans these principals, Conrad Veidt was a today in movie lists of the greatest of composer/lyricist, pianist and vocalist. Jewish exiles in Hollywood to that war. against the fascists in Spain. refugee from Nazi Germany, as were all time. From the vantage point of 75 She has been a cantorial Seventy-five years ago this month, given The movie’s plot line can be found Peter Lorre, Curt Bois, S.Z. Sakall and years, it is still, to quote another of its soloist since 1990. the situation of the war at that time, this easily for those who have not seen it. Helmut Dantine. Madeleine LeBeau, a memorable lines, “a story without an If you were at the was no small contribution. Discussing the movie, however, leads French actress married to another Jew- ending.” Long may we continue to “play library listening to Joy By Thanksgiving of 1942, war news us to examine the extraordinary dimen- ish refugee-actor in Casablanca, Marcel it again” – and again, and again. sing 17 years ago, I know was everywhere. Operation Torch, the sion of Jewish – and Jewish refugee – Dalio, had escaped from the advancing Dr. Paul Bartrop is Professor of History that you will be coming Allied invasion of Vichy-controlled involvement in its making. Nazis in France in 1940. (LeBeau would and the Director of the Center for Ju- to hear her again. And, be the last surviving cast member at daic, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies if you haven’t heard her her death on May 1, 2016.) Indeed, at Florida Gulf Coast University. He sing, you won’t want to arguably perhaps up to half the film’s can be reached at [email protected]. miss this opportunity. The Balfour Declaration small and medium roles were played It’s a “twofer” – hear Joy sing and supportat 100 By Paul R. Bartrop, PhD the wonderful Hadassah Medical Organization. hursday November 2, 2017, sees should not infringe on “the rights and Tickets are only $18 ($22 at the the centenary of the Balfour political status enjoyed by Jews in any door) and the event is open to the public. TDeclaration, a statement issued other country.” To attend, please mail a check, pay-by the British government during World That was all the Balfour Declaration able to Hadassah, to Maxine Brenner,War I revealing its support for the estab- offered: a favorable disposition toward a 7559 Berkshire Pines Drive, Naples,lishment of a Jewish national home in “national home” (whatever that meant, FL 34104. Include your phone numberthe Ottoman region known as Palestine. but certainly not a state); unspecified and email address. Your check is your Numbering just 67 words, it read efforts that might be made by the British receipt. For further information, emailas follows: “His Majesty’s government government in the future to help bring me at [email protected]. view with favour the establishment in about this nebulous “national home;” a Palestine of a national home for the guarantee for the rights of those already Jewish people, and will use their best living there; and guarantees for Jews endeavours to facilitate the achieve- living in other lands. The term “national ment of this object, it being clearly home” was intentionally ambiguous. understood that nothing shall be done No one had ever used it before in inter- Proudly serving the Jewish community of Lee County for over which may prejudice the civil and re- national law, so its legal meaning was 52 years, ligious rights of existing non-Jewish unclear from the start. communities in Palestine, or the rights The language was carefully worded, Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park Cemetery and political status enjoyed by Jews in and deliberately vague – and as a result, off State Road 82 provides many convenient and affordable any other country.” for good and for ill, its legacies are still options for traditional as well as contemporary funeral and The declaration was embedded in with us today. Moreover, the intended burial services. a letter from British Foreign Secretary boundaries of the national home were Arthur James Balfour, to Baron Walter not specified. The Ottoman Empire did Rothschild, a former Member of Par- not have a bounded province called Pal-  Garden of David  spaces starting at $2,995 liament and leader of the Jewish com- estine, so just where the national home munity. Balfour asked that Rothschild should be was uncertain. convey the content of the declaration to And this presupposed that the Brit- Britain’s Zionist Federation. ish would be in a position to implement Recently I read a statement from the declaration, in any case. World War a leading Jewish organization in the I was still raging, the Ottoman Empire United States that referred to the decla- had not been defeated, and the Jews in ration as “the legal instrument making the region were a minority surrounded possible the State of Israel,” but this is by 90% of “non-Jews” (to use the very much an after-the-fact view – and declaration’s term). As one of my Jew- very misleading. We need to read the ish students once commented when text carefully in order to fully appreci- assessing the declaration, “Professor, ate its content. Four fundamental things this document is really something of were being said. a chutzpah on the part of the British!” First, we see that the British gov- That may be so, but what a legacy ernment viewed “the establishment in it left! This month will see numerous Palestine of a national home for the references to the Balfour Declaration, Jewish people” favorably. Second, that but clarity demands that we understand odges same government would use its “best just what it was really all about. There Funeral Home endeavors to facilitate” the achievement was no promise; no suggestion of a H of that national home. Third, it had to Jewish state; not even any favoritism at Lee Memorial Park be “clearly understood” that doing so of the Jewish people over others. Words would in no way “prejudice the civil mattered then, as they still do today. 12777 State Road 82 and religious rights of existing non- But it was the hope – Hatikvah – which Fort Myers, FL 33967 (239) 334-4880 Jewish communities in Palestine.” And underlay those words that gave the dec- fourth, a national home for the Jews laration its power. L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 10 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties JEWISH INTEREST The making of a mensch Aging Jewishly – What our traditions teach us about growing old Book review by Philip K. Jason, Special to L’CHAYIM My Adventures with God, by Stephen a scripted conversation, he has an ear blurring such distinctions. He at- weeks, how it ad-The Talmud’s take on aging parents Tobolowsky. Simon & Schuster. for recreating the vivid and meaningful tests to the importance of dreams justed his vision ofBy Rabbi Barbara Aiello 320 pages. Hardcover $25.00 conversations of times gone by. in his life, which he tells us human nature on the The vignettes are grouped into “whisper rather than roar.” He is one hand and Jewish remier character actor Stephen several sections whose titles reinforce a man open to epiphanies. He is a wisdom on the other. Tobolowsky offers a wide-arch- Tobolowsky’s development as a com- man open to the mysteries of sci- One can imagine Ping memoir in the form of a series mitted member of the Jewish com- ence and the possible parallels, that this book could of remarkable vignettes. He positions munity across time. You will recognize if not necessarily links, between have been more Job- himself as a man of faith who remains the echoes: “Beginnings,” “Exodus: scientific thought and religious like, more about the au- a questioner. He describes himself as a A Love Story,” “The Call,” “Wilder- experience. thor’s quarrels with man whose out- ness” and “The Words That Become This is not a career biography. God. To use the word “adventures” in look involves an Things.” Within these sections, which Readers won’t discover much about the title suggests an attitude of openness, internal competi- hold between five and eight stories (in Tobolowsky’s work in Glee, Mississippi of seeking and accepting challenges. It tion between ex- some cases linked stories), Tobolowsky Burning, Groundhog Day, Memento has a humorous tone. Throughout, it is perience and more displays his marvelous ability to draw and other roles. Details about auditions this humor that floats the friendly schol- formal modes of meaningful comparisons between the and rehearsals, career successes and arship, serious intent and occasional learning. Light distant past, today, and stops along failures, and showbiz gossip, rarely sur- desperation of an exemplary seeker. It doses of Torah and the way. Though the plan is primarily face (perhaps waiting for another book). releases the joy. Rabbi Barbara Aiello Talmud interact chronological, it is not always so. Some- An exception is the treatment of his first This book is good for the Jews. with memories of times, episodes are linked by association wife’s giant success as a playwright. It’s good for all lovers of wonderful  Phil crises, illumina- Beth Henley’s Crimes of the Heart won stories. Jason tions, losses and the 1981 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The Philip K. Jason is Professor Emeritus unalloyed satisfactions. Tobolowsky’s story of Stephen and Beth’s relationship of English from the United States Na- insights are often humorous, but never becomes a cautionary tale. val Academy. He reviews regularly for cruel. He takes us on a remarkable voy- The focus, rather, is more on To- Florida Weekly, Jewish Book World, age – a sophisticated everyman, a com- bolowsky’s life as a synagogue regular. Southern Literary Review, and other mitted yet somewhat restless Jew, and How it began, how it developed, what publications. Please visit Phil’s website a profound and fluid storyteller. kind of structure it gave his days and at www.philjason.wordpress.com. The overall story could be accurate- ly labeled “The Making of a Mensch.” In telling his stories, Tobolowsky What do you think? draws amazingly efficient portraits of those who meant the most to him: his parents and children, his first and second L’CHAYIM wants to know! wives (and his childhood love for his Send your letters & comments to [email protected]. second-grade heartthrob), rabbis and Stephen Tobolowsky others from whom he gained under- rather than by chronology. 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Back to understand the particulars of a heated is Dama ben Nesina, a gentile of noble frugal writer, measuring each and every in biblical times there weren’t “Visiting argument. One day, my father, who was birth, who was admired as a wise and word. So it is significant that when the Angels” (at least not the “help at home” about 50 years old thoughtful man. On this particular day great sage used the Hebrew word for kind), or residential settings where at the time, was the elders of the city gathered for an honor, kabed, he used it in tandem with someone like Dama’s mother could get having “words” important meeting and Dama was in- a form of the same word, le-hakbid, to the expert help she obviously needed. with his father, my vited as counsel and advisor. When he burden. Might it be that Maimonides is Yet absent modern-day aging services, “Nonno,” who, at arrived they immediately seated him at trying to teach us that while the obliga- it was Dama’s demeanor that makes nearly 80 years of the head of the table and the discussion tion to honor a parent is huge, it follows the point. The mitzvah states, without age, had recently began. Unknown to Dama, however, that parents have an obligation to help reservation, “Honor thy father and thy moved in to our his mother, who today we might de- their children perform the mitzvah mother.” In fact, the mitzvah does not house. As is nor- scribe as one who suffers – in other words say, “Honor thy father and thy mother mal, there were from severe dementia, had to unburden their if they treated you well,” or “Honor thy Rabbi Barbara Aiello tensions between followed him and burst children of non- father and thy mother if they don’t com- father and son, two alpha males who into the chamber room. essential kvetching plain too much,” or “Honor thy father were now sharing limited space. As tem- Before the startled eyes and, especially as and thy mother if they don’t scream, yell pers flared, I distinctly heard a pounded of the people, she rushed parents age, allow and embarrass you in public.” Dama’s fist on the table. It was my grandfather at her son and began to our children to fo- mother was indeed a handful, but it is who, pounding for emphasis, said, “No beat and slap him. When cus on the tasks at Dama’s behavior that informs our tra- matter what our differences are, you are she kicked Dama, one of hand. dition, showing us that all we need to not to raise your voice to me. I am your her slippers flew off her Indeed, Mai- know is simply, “Honor thy father and FATHER.” I was stunned. Suddenly foot and landed across monides discusses thy mother.” my big, grown-up father was a little boy, the room. Calmly, Dama a case where a par- For ten years Rabbi Barbara Aiello and just like Dad had done to me, Dad retrieved the slipper and ent becomes too served the Aviva Campus for Senior was being chastised by his father! returned it to his mother. much for an adult Life in Sarasota as resident rabbi. I recall this incident, which to this Rabbi Klass writes that the child to handle. Currently as Aviva’s Rabbi Emerita, What do you think? day stands out clearly in my memory, as noble Dama, showing no When that happens, she shares her experiences on Aging I consider the mitzvah that requires us signs of mortification or embarrassment, the great sage says that, “The child Jewishly. Contact her at Rabbi@Rabbi to “Honor thy father and thy mother.” never raised his hand against his mother. should leave the area and pay others to Barbara.com. L’CHAYIM wants to know! As we grow older, some of us, due to Instead he gently patted his mother’s Send your letters & comments to [email protected]. physical and mental conditions, become arm and in a calm and quiet voice said, Letters Policy childlike once again. And as children “Mother, allow me to take you home.” Letters must include the writer’s full name, full address and daytime phone. Letters of aging parents we can lose patience When the rabbis heard of Dama’s should be no longer than 300 words. We reserve the right to edit for length and/ with a mother or father who is less flex- remarkable self-restraint and how, even or accuracy. Letters do not necessarily reflect the viewpoint of L’CHAYIM nor its ible, more rigid or confused. Honoring in her demented condition, Dama hon- advertisers. We cannot acknowledge or publish every letter received. one’s father and mother is a concept ored his mother, they announced, “If you that crosses all religious and cultural wish to understand how far the mitzvah barriers, so maybe it’s not so unusual of honoring one’s parents extends, come that when our Talmudic sages wanted learn from Dama ben Nesina.” to share an example of this important In a Shavuot sermon delivered mitzvah, they selected a non-Jew as 11 years ago, Rabbi Shmuel Herzfeld our guide. brings one of our greatest sages, Mai- L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 12 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties JEWISH INTEREST Stars of David Interested in Your By Nate Bloom, Contributing Columnist Editor’s note: Persons in BOLD CAPS are deemed by Nate Bloom to Family’s History? be Jewish for the purpose of the column. Persons identified as Jewish have at least one Jewish parent and were not raised in a faith other than Nate Bloom (see column at left) has become a family history expert in 10 Judaism – and don’t identify with a faith other than Judaism as an adult. Converts years of doing his celebrity column, and he has expert friends who can help to Judaism, of course, are also identified as Jewish. when called on. Most family history experts charge $1,000 or more to do a full family-tree search. However, Bloom knows that most people want to start Jewish Superheroes praised Sandler’s performance and even with a limited search of one family line. The fantasy blockbuster of this month is noted that it’s ironic that his first Oscar Justice League (opens Friday, Novem- nomination may come via a Netflix So here’s the deal: ber 17). Israeli actress GAL GADOT, film. Sandler plays the sort of nebbish 38, who played the title role in Wonder he usually plays in his other films, Write Bloom at [email protected] and enclose a phone number. Woman, an uber-smash last summer, re- but without, Variety says, the cloying Nate will then contact you about starting a limited search. If that turns as Diana/Wonder Woman. EZRA shtick. goes well, additional and more extensive searches are possible. MILLER, 25, has appeared in cameos Nobel Tribe Members as The Flash, but League represents his MICHAEL ROSBASH, 73, a profes- The first search fee is no more than $100. No upfront cost. Also, real debut in the part. On the “dark side”: sor at Brandeis Univ., was one of three several of this newspaper’s readers have asked Bloom to locate JESSE EISENBERG, 34, re-appears co-winners of the Nobel for medicine/ friends and family members from their past, and that’s worked out as baddie Lex Luthor. The plot is too physiology. The trio’s award is for dis- complex to lay out here, but here’s a fun coveries that explain how plants, ani- great for them. So contact him about this as well. footnote: every member of the (good mals and humans adapt their biological guy) Justice League, except Wonder rhythm so that it is synchronized with grandparents also were from Poland. In 19 unassisted and assisted tackles. This Woman, was created or co-created by the Earth’s revolutions. Rosbash is the 1921, the Barish brothers refused to dis- was higher than any other NFL special- a Jewish writer (Batman, Superman, son of German-Jewish refugees. His tribute, as ordered, an anti-Semitic paper teams player. He was named All-Pro 2nd Aquaman, The Flash and Cyborg). father was a cantor. that Henry Ford sponsored. They forced team in an A.P. poll; ALI MARPET, Catch This One on Netflix RAINER WEISS, 85, BARRY the Ford company to buy them out. The 24, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Marpet, an The Meyerowitz Stories, a comedy/ BARISH, 81, and Kip Thorne were brothers moved to Omaha, where they offensive lineman, has started all of the drama, didn’t begin as an original Net- awarded the physics prize for decisive opened a Dodge dealership. Barry was team’s games during his first two NFL flix film, but Netflix was smart enough contributions to the LIGO detector and born in Omaha, but mostly grew up in seasons. He may be moved to center this to pick it up as a Netflix original fol- the observation of gravitational waves. Los Angeles. The extended Barish “car- year; and MITCHELL SCHWARTZ, lowing its premiere at the recent Cannes Weiss was born in Germany, the son of a selling” clan, including Barry’s father, 27, offensive lineman, Kansas City Film Festival. The Cannes premiere Jewish father and a non-Jewish mother. decided California was a better place to Chiefs. Schwartz spent his first four crowd gave it a four-minute stand- The family was living in Czechoslova- sell cars after WWII. (At press time, I seasons with Cleveland before spurn- ing ovation after the film concluded. kia in 1938 when the Munich agreement learned that RICHARD THALER, 72, ing a “low-ball” contract offer in 2016 It’s directed and written by NOAH gave the country to the Nazis. They were the winner of the Economics Nobel, is and signing with the Chiefs. The Chiefs BAUMBACH, 48. (Began streaming allowed to come to the States in 1939 Jewish, too). are paying him very well – a five year, October 13.) because the prominent (Jewish) Stix Gridiron Hebrews $33M contract. His solid play last sea- DUSTIN HOFFMAN, 80, stars family of St. Louis sponsored them (as Jewish Sports Review magazine is son got him named to the AP’s All-Pro as Harold Meyerowitz, a self-absorbed they did many others). out with its annual list of Jews in the 2nd team. His brother GEOFF, 31, was sculptor with a minor reputation who Barish’s paternal grandparents came National Football League (NFL). Only an NFL lineman from 2008-2016. He has been married four times. ADAM from Poland and eventually settled in three Jewish players are on an NFL ros- was injured during his last two seasons SANDLER and BEN STILLER, both Sioux City, Iowa, where Barry’s grand- ter. They are: NATE EBNER, 28, New and retired last February. Next column: 51, co-star as Harold’s very different father, HYMAN, and his two brothers England Patriots. Ebner, a special teams National Hockey League players. sons (they are half-brothers). Variety founded a Ford dealership. His maternal star, had a great season last year. He had Reach 5,000 local Jewish residents through L’CHAYIM. For more information or to place an ad, call Jim Lewin at 239.634.6923.

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I will draw in this month’s ar- Fania Fenelon, a female survivor of the had at least 20 members, some more Even though they were given slightly Yticle. What does Kristallnacht Holocaust. It was the first book pub- talented than others, under the leader- better food than the rest of the prisoners, have to do with me, you ask. lished after the war about the Women’s ship of Alma Rose, daughter of Arnold they still suffered from constant hunger I come from a musical family. Orchestra. Rose, the conductor of the famed Vienna and disease. Many of my relatives were musicians, Later, it was published in English Philharmonic Orchestra, and niece of Eventually, they developed a rep- and while I didn’t inherit their full ge- under the title Playing for Time, and was famed composer Gustav Mahler. By ertoire of over 200 pieces under the netic talent, I do adapted as a CBS television movie with 1944 the orchestra had increased in size direction of Rose, who often performed credit my interest the screenplay by Arthur Miller. Even to 42-47 musicians. as a virtuoso violinist. The majority of in music to that though the book’s accuracy has been Many nationalities were represented the women lived to see the end of the background. disputed, it has reached an international including Germany, Poland, France, war and credited their survival to the My mother audience of millions and is thought to Hungary, the Netherlands, Greece, orchestra at Birkenau and to Alma Rose. was a musical be, for some, the only introduction to the Czechoslovakia, Belgium, Russia, I encourage you to see the film child prodigy, Holocaust they know of. It has become Ukraine and Austria. An eclectic com- Playing for Time, which is available at playing the vio- a resource and is used as a source of in- bination of instruments consisted of local libraries and on Netflix and You- loncello and piano formation about music in the camps and mandolin, violin, guitar, flute, recorder, Tube. I also recommend the book of the from a very early the Women’s Orchestra in particular. horn, piano, percussion, cello, double same title by Fania Fenelon. Arlene Stolnitz age. By the time The story of the Women’s Orchestra bass and accordion. The instruments And here’s where my story comes she reached the age of 18, she played in Auschwitz-Birkenau leaves one in a came from the hundreds of musical in. As I reflect on the Women’s Orches- cello in the Women’s Symphony Or- state of wonder. Also called the Girl’s instruments that had been confiscated tra, I cannot help but think that by a chestra in Philadelphia. And here is Orchestra, the orchestra was formed from prisoners arriving at the camp. quirk of fate, my mother, playing with where the connection comes in. in the spring of 1943 in the Auschwitz The girls in the orchestra, many the Women’s Symphony Orchestra in There are many documented ac- subsidiary camp of Birkenau. Female teenagers, often had little or no formal this country, was one of the lucky ones counts of how prisoners were able to prisoners, housed in brick and wooden training. Reaching a credible level of who was spared the horror we know engage in the creative arts. Whether it barracks, who could play a musical artistic performance was a challenge! that existed in that time. was art, poetry or music, we have evi- instrument were recruited to form an The members of the orchestra had Arlene Stolnitz, founder of the Sara- dence of their valiant efforts to use the orchestra to play at the entrance of the a protected and privileged status, which sota Jewish Chorale, is a member of arts as a means of survival of the spirit. women’s camp as columns of prisoners encouraged the animosity of the other the Jewish Congregation of Venice. A This story is not only about survival of marched to work in the morning and prisoners. Exempt from outdoor roll retired educator from Rochester, New the spirit but of the body. According to back again at night. They also played calls, they were allowed to keep clean York, she has sung in choral groups for one prisoner, “Music kept me alive.” regular concerts in the hospital, and with regular showers, and had access over 25 years and also sings in Venice’s One of the most heart-wrenching Sunday concerts which were attended to a latrine on a schedule. They had Chorale (formerly Exsultate!). Her stories we know of is about the Women’s by the SS, camp officers and privileged bedding and tables where they could interest in choral music has led to this Orchestra at Auschwitz-Birkenau. A prisoners. Ordinary prisoners stood in eat, socks and underwear that could series of articles on Jewish folk music French memoir, written in 1976, titled the back to listen. be changed regularly, and were even in the Diaspora.

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Like turkey and some stuffing (or • Roasting rack and 10 minutes dressing). • Kitchen twine XX For a 16-pound bird, about 2 hours make wine out of. Sure, there’s dan- It took a lot of stress and hard work Perfect Roasted Turkey: and 20 minutes delion wine, and to come up with this hassle-free turkey. • 1 (13- to 16-pound) kosher turkey XX After an hour of cooking, take bird blueberry, and Don’t think I didn’t personally slave (remove and reserve the neck and out of oven and close oven door. orange, and wine just because I say it’s the easiest ever. bag of giblets) Use clean oven mitts and flip the made out of just It wasn’t easy to get here. After much • 2 tablespoons olive oil bird over so it is breast-side up. Put about any kind effort, finally, it has arrived. • 1 tablespoon salt bird back in oven. of fruit you can Let’s start with what makes this • 1 3/4 tablespoons freshly ground XX Using the instant-read thermom- get to ferment. bird so easy. pepper eter, check temperature of tur- But the wine 1. No brining. I call for a kosher tur- To stuff the turkey cavity: key on both sides of the thighs. we are dealing key, which eliminates the need for • Fresh thyme (half a bunch) When temperature registers 160F with here, while brining. Kosher meat is salted and, • 1 onion, cut in quarters, skin on on both sides, take turkey out of once much mis- in general, this creates automati- • 2 stalks celery oven. Place the rack over a cook- understood, is becoming wildly popu- cally juicy poultry. • 1 russet potato ie sheet or another roasting pan lar among many younger people look- 2. No basting. The idea of having to • 1 to 2 carrots so you can catch and reserve the Personal Chef Dalia Hemed ing for something new, different and open the oven at regular intervals • 2 bay leaves pan juices. Loosely cover the bird can be reached at exciting. to baste completely obliterates all • 1 cup water or chicken broth with a tent of aluminum foil. Let [email protected]. It’s sake. Japanese rice wine. desires in me to make a turkey. I For the pan juices/gravy: turkey rest for 30 minutes before The problem has always been that have never basted, and I’m not • 1 tablespoon olive oil carving. it directly on the platter of turkey,sake came in bottles with labels en- starting now. • 3 large shallots, finely chopped To make the pan juices/gravy: but you can also serve on the side. tirely in Japanese, which, for most of 3. Quick cooking. We’re talking just • 4 stalks celery, finely chopped XX We want the flavor to be as fresh Chef Tip us, is a bit difficult to decipher. That’s less than two hours for a small • Fresh thyme (half a bunch, tied as possible, so I recommend start- Make sure you parade your gorgeous starting to change. Many producers, in bird. And less than three hours for together with kitchen twine) ing to make the pan juices/ gravy turkey around so everyone can see how an effort to de-mystify and popularize a larger one. Quicker doesn’t nec- • 3 1/2 cups chicken broth as your turkey cooks. fabulous you are. But then, go carve itthis type of wine, are packaging it in essarily mean easier, I admit. If • Salt and freshly ground pepper XX Place pan over medium-high heat in the kitchen. You need a big cuttinga much more modern, attractive way, the turkey was in the oven for five To make the turkey: and add olive oil. Add shallots, cel- board and a large, sharp knife. Theexplaining it, and demonstrating that hours and I didn’t have to touch it, XX Preheat oven to 450F and place ery, thyme (tied with twine), 2 1/2 meat closest to the bone is the juici-there’s a lot to enjoy, and you don’t I’d be equally as happy, but cook- rack in lower third of oven. cups broth, salt and pepper, and the est, so we want to remove all the breasthave to drink it sitting on the floor ing the bird at a high temperature XX Remove the neck and the possible reserved turkey neck; let cook for meat from one side in one fell swoop,wearing a kimono. (450F) actually adds flavor by car- bag of gizzards that comes with about 7 minutes. and then cut it into pieces horizontal- Sake is made by polishing and fer- amelizing the surface. your turkey. Save the neck for your XX Adjust heat to low and let cook for ly. Use a fork to balance and slice thementing a certain strain of rice. Like 4. No skin lifting and fancy flavor- pan juice gravy. about 40 minutes or until the veg- breast off from the bone, lay it down,most wines, sake has quality classifi- ings. It’s not needed. I’ve tried. XX Rinse turkey and dry it well. etables are really soft and the broth and cut across into slices. cations, depending on how much the We’re sticking to olive oil, salt and XX Use your hands to give it a light is condensed. For dark meat, ideally you want tooutside of the rice grain is polished pepper. The flavors will come from coating of olive oil. Rub in the salt XX When turkey is done, pour all the cut the leg and thigh away from the restaway. Polishing removes undesirable our pan juices. and pepper. juices from the roasting pan into a of the turkey, but this isn’t always easy.fats, and the higher the percentage of Now here are the tricks to make XX Place it on the roasting rack in the glass container and place in freezer So just hold the leg out and use yourrice that’s polished away, the higher our easy turkey extra yummy. roasting pan. Stuff the cavity with for a few minutes. You want the fat knife to carve off the meat into pieces. the quality of the sake. These quality ‹‹We’re going to start roasting the the fresh thyme, unpeeled onion, to separate. If there is a lot of fat, The dressing or stuffing? classifications have names like Junmai turkey breast down so all the juic- celery, potato, carrots and bay use a shallow spoon to scoop it out. Some people say that it should be calledDaiginjo, which is the highest quality es run into the white-meat breast. leaves. You can also use a bunch of paper dressing unless it’s cooked inside the(Ultra Premium) classification, repre- Then we turn it over to get a gold- XX Make sure turkey is now breast- towels to soak it up. You do want bird. I don’t actually stuff my turkey.senting about 3% of all sake made. The en brown all over. That’s the only side down and add a cup of water or some fat to remain! A thin layer is I stuff the turkey cavity withnext some one down, about 6% of all sake, time you’ll have to touch the tur- broth to the bottom of the pan. Tie sufficient. Pour into sauté pan. roughly chopped and whole vegetablesis called Junmai Ginjo, and these are key as it cooks. legs together with kitchen twine. If XX Now take the pan you roasted the because the stuffing draws moisturethe two you want to look for. Around ‹‹We’re going to stuff the turkey cav- you don’t have any, skip it. bird in and place it over two burn- out of the bird (making the meat drier).75% of all sake is of the lowest grade ity with some roughly chopped and XX Place in oven and look at the clock. ers on your stove on medium-high But everybody expects a little stuffing whole vegetables. This will “insu- Calculate approximate cooking heat. Pour in remaining 1 cup of with their Thanksgiving meal, whether late” our turkey meat and keep it time. Please note, cooking times broth and scrape out all the yum- you’re stuffing a turkey or not, so I like • 1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped tender, but it will also contribute to vary widely as not all ovens and my bits on the bottom. This is good to prepare my Thanksgiving stuffing • 1 lb celery, peeled and chopped a delicious flavor in the pan juic- turkeys are the same. I prefer to stuff! Pour it into your sauté pan with the ultimate Jewish bread – chal- • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped es. This turkey will be served au underestimate the cooking time so and reduce heat to low. lah! When cubed and toasted, this eggy • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped X jus, meaning with pan juices and as not to overcook the bird. Ovens X Let the juices cook over low heat bread becomes the perfect sponge for (or 1½ tsp dried sage) no floury thickening agents that vary. Don’t worry – this isn’t hard. until you are ready to serve with savory chicken broth and herbs. • 1 tbsp fresh marjoram, chopped would technically make it gravy. Start checking for doneness about your turkey. Remove the thyme Ingredients: (or 1½ tsp dried marjoram) Also, we are not putting stuffing 20 minutes before end of estimated and the turkey neck. You can mash • 1 large challah (about 1½ lbs) • 2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped into this turkey. That would not cooking time. the veggies with a wooden spoon, • 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or 1 tsp dried oregano) X make it ‘The Easiest Turkey Ever.’ X For a 13-pound bird, about 1 hour place the liquid and the veggies in • 1 large yellow onion, chopped • 1 quart (4 cups) chicken broth a blender, strain out the vegetables • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 lb sliced white mushrooms or simply serve as is. I like to pour continued on next page • 2 eggs, beaten • Salt and pepper You will also need: SNOWBIRDS, • Large sauté pan, large skillet, mix- ing bowls (including one very newspapers don’t fly… large size), 5- to 6-quart crock pot however, your or slow cooker Bar / Bat Mitzvah Specialist XX Preheat the oven to 350F. Cut the Choosing the right photographer is an important decision. address will! challah into ½-inch cubes. Spread Michael Shapiro has more than 30 years experience in media the cubes out across two baking sheets. and journalism. 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By the way, sake does not have nose of earth, smoke, sweet loam and Ask the Wine Whisperer with (we hope) some nice wine. But vintages. Rice is rice. tobacco gives way to complex medi- What, exactly, is a “vertical tasting”? grapes aren’t the only thing we can You probably think that sake is um-bodied flavors of black fruit, pep- – Scott F., Fort Myers make wine out of. Sure, there’s dan- meant to be served hot. Forget it. While per and dried cherries. Delightfully A vertical tasting allows you to delion wine, and lower grade sakes may be served hot, complex. WW 93 sample the same producer’s wine from blueberry, and it’s only to cover up the impurities. You Cliff Lede Cabernet Sauvignon different vintages. For example, you orange, and wine want to enjoy it cold, in a white wine Stag’s Leap 2013 ($80) – A major might be given a Beringer Private Re- made out of just glass. An opened bottle will keep in the winemaking accomplishment. This serve California Cabernet from 2009, about any kind refrigerator for a few days. wine is mostly Cabernet, with some 2010, 2012 and 2013. It’s an excellent of fruit you can way to learn and appreciate the differ- get to ferment. ences that occur in wine from year to But the wine year because of rainfall, heat and cold we are dealing spells, and other climatic conditions.  Jerry with here, while Conversely, a “horizontal” tasting in- Greenfield once much mis- volves sampling the same varietal of understood, is becoming wildly popu- wine from several different producers lar among many younger people look- in a single vintage. ing for something new, different and Jerry Greenfield is The Wine Whisper- exciting. er. He is Creative Director of Green- It’s sake. Japanese rice wine. field Advertising Group, and Wine The problem has always been that Director of the international Direct sake came in bottles with labels en- Lately, as people have discovered Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot blend- Cellars wine club, His book, Secrets of tirely in Japanese, which, for most of the delights of this quaff, makers have ed in. The nose of smoke and black the Wine Whisperer, is now available us, is a bit difficult to decipher. That’s developed versions with various infu- cherry hints at a glass full of all the through his website. Read his other starting to change. Many producers, in sions, such as coconut and cucumber. flavors and complexity you’d expect writings at www.winewhisperer.com. an effort to de-mystify and popularize These are fine on their own, or as an in- from these grapes. There’s a lot going this type of wine, are packaging it in gredient in various kinds of cocktails. a much more modern, attractive way, We recently sampled several ver- explaining it, and demonstrating that sions from Ty Ku, which, while not as there’s a lot to enjoy, and you don’t complex as grape wine, are very easy have to drink it sitting on the floor to get to know and enjoy. wearing a kimono. Ty Ku Sake Silver – Fresh tasting Sake is made by polishing and fer- and zingy, with notes of pear. menting a certain strain of rice. Like Ty Ku Sake Black – This is the most wines, sake has quality classifi- ultra-premium version, best enjoyed cations, depending on how much the in a white wine glass. We discovered outside of the rice grain is polished a silky texture, with peach and vanilla away. Polishing removes undesirable aromas and flavors. fats, and the higher the percentage of Ty Ku Sake White – Another ultra- rice that’s polished away, the higher premium sake, with more of a floral the quality of the sake. These quality aroma, even a bit of vanilla and ba- classifications have names like Junmai nana. It’s made from the very highest Daiginjo, which is the highest quality grade of rice, and special strains of (Ultra Premium) classification, repre- yeast are used to induce fermentation. senting about 3% of all sake made. The On a more traditional note, here next one down, about 6% of all sake, are a few wines we recently enjoyed. is called Junmai Ginjo, and these are Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune et the two you want to look for. Around Blonde 2010 ($65) – How this wine 75% of all sake is of the lowest grade got its name is a story in itself, but it’s a FineMark National Bank & Trust is proud to consistently earn a 5-star rating from Bauer recipe...continued from previous page Financial, the nation’s leading independent bank • 1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped XX In a very large mixing bowl, com- rating rm*. We attribute our success to the • 1 lb celery, peeled and chopped bine challah cubes, vegetable/ meaningful relationships we build with our clients. • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped chicken broth mixture, mushrooms  e better we know you, the better we can serve you. • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped and herbs. Stir to blend all ingre- (or 1½ tsp dried sage) dients, making sure the challah • 1 tbsp fresh marjoram, chopped cubes are evenly moistened. Add (or 1½ tsp dried marjoram) the beaten eggs to the mixture and • 2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped stir until they are fully incorpo- (or 1 tsp dried oregano) rated into the stuffing. The mixture • 1 quart (4 cups) chicken broth may seem dry now, but wait to add • 1 lb sliced white mushrooms more broth until it’s had a chance • 2 eggs, beaten to cook – the liquid will slowly be • Salt and pepper absorbed by the bread. You will also need: XX Spray the slow cooker with non- • Large sauté pan, large skillet, mix- stick cooking spray; then pour in ing bowls (including one very the challah mixture. large size), 5- to 6-quart crock pot XX Set slow cooker on high heat and or slow cooker cover the pot. Cook for 30 minutes. XX Preheat the oven to 350F. Cut the Remove the cover and stir to redis- challah into ½-inch cubes. Spread tribute the liquid throughout the the cubes out across two baking stuffing, and then check the stuff- sheets. ing for dryness. If it still seems dry, XX Place the trays in the oven for drizzle a little more broth over the about 12 minutes, switching trays top of the stuffing and stir again. on racks halfway through cooking. Return the lid and reduce heat to The challah cubes should be toast- low. ed and slightly golden. Remove XX Let cook on low for 4 hours, check- from oven and allow cooling. ing and stirring every hour to make XX Heat 4 tbsp of olive oil in a large sure the stuffing isn’t too dry. If it sauté pan over medium high. Add is, add more broth – carefully, as it the onions, carrots and celery to can easily go from the right texture the same pan and sauté for 5-6 to overly wet and mushy. minutes. Add garlic and sauté for XX After 4 hours, stir, taste and add an additional 2 minutes. more salt or pepper, if desired. XX Pour 2½ cups of chicken broth into Switch to warm setting until ready the pan along with 1 tsp of salt and to serve. ½ tsp of black pepper. Remove from heat. 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“First of all, it had to do with mor- different levels of complexity (and als. People were injured on the other cost) and advised India to buy as much BRIEFS side of the border, coming to our fence. as they need for every part of the bor- They were going to die,” said Brig.- der. (Strategy Page) Antibiotic resistance is one of the world’s most serious health threats. TOURIST ENTRIES TO hamper the IDFs ability to act indepen- Here’s how Israeli scientists are trying to overcome the problem. dently.” Gen. Eli Ben-Meir. “Then it led to a ISRAEL UP 20 PERCENT lot of other things.” As fighting has ISRAELI DOCTORS TREAT By Abigail Klein Leichman, ISRAEL21c, www.israel21c.org, September 12, 2017 IN AUGUST The U.S. military has operated an independent facility in Israel’s Negev died down along the border, Israel has 723 IN KENYA, SET UP ntibiotics are one of the most 253,800 tourists visited Israel in Au- desert for nearly a decade that houses started offering medical care for more NEW EYE CLINIC effective ways to treat bacterial gust, a 20% increase. 2.3 million tour- an X-Band radar to provide early warn- routine ailments. More than 600 Syr- During August 15-23, medical volun- infections. However, they have ists entered Israel in January-August ian children have been bused to Israeli teers with Israel’s Eye from Zion heldA ing of a ballistic missile attack from been overprescribed and misprescribed 2017, 24% more than the 1.8 million Iran. (Barbara Opall-Rome, Defense hospitals for treatment in the past year. an “eye camp” at three locations in Ke-for years, leading to the development who entered during the same period News) (Loveday Morris, Washington Post) nya. They received 723 patients, per-of bacterial strains that are resistant to last year. (Michal Raz-Chaimovich, forming free treatments and surgeriesspecific antibiotics. Globes) ISRAEL IS COURTING COUNTER-TERRORISM: – 85% to remove cataracts and 10% to The World Health Organization INDIA, ISRAEL AND U.S. BREAKS GROUND SYRIAN “HEARTS correct astigmatism. considers this one of the biggest threats BORDER SECURITY Participants also laid the ground-to global health because antimicrobial FOR NEW PERMANENT AND MINDS” TO KEEP HIZBULLAH AWAY India has long been using Israeli se- work for an advanced eye clinic atresistant (AMR) infections kill more BASE IN ISRAEL curity technology and border security Chuka Regional Hospital. Eye fromthan 700,000 people worldwide every Israel’s “Good Neighbors” program, U.S. and Israeli officers broke ground advice along its more dangerous bor- Zion and Israeli medical equipmentyear. which began treating injured Syrian in Israel recently for a permanent U.S. ders, like those in Kashmir. The Israeli supplier Alpha Net donated surgical Israeli researchers and entrepre- fighters and civilians in the early days Army base at the Israel Defense Forces equipment and experience helped stop and lab equipment and medicationsneurs are approaching the problem from of their country’s civil war, has ex- Air Defense School near Beersheba. illegal border crossings of armed Is- for the mission and for the clinic. Two various different perspectives. Here are panded into a more complex operation The base will house U.S. operational lamic terrorists from Pakistan through Kenyan medical officers were trained10 promising advances. that also sends fuel, food and supplies systems to identify and intercept a the use of ground radar, thermal imag- to use the equipment, and the hos-Customized antibiotics into Syria. Israel’s aim is to create a spectrum of aerial threats. ing and other electronic gear. The key pital’s technical staff learned howThe to SNDA-AST diagnostic system, friendly zone just inside Syria to serve “A few dozens of soldiers of our to these systems was new video and maintain it. (Abigail Klein Leichman, developed in the biomedical engineering as a bulwark against Hizbullah, which American allies will be stationed here sensor analysis software, which the Is- ISRAEL21c) lab of Prof. Shulamit Levenberg at the is building its presence across the permanently. They are part of an Amer- raelis have pioneered. Technion-Israel Institute of Technology border. For the moment, Sunni rebel ican task force that will be stationed For a long time, it was convention- PRIME MINISTER in Haifa, enables rapid and accurate an- groups control most of the Syrian side here,” said Israeli Air Force Brig.- al wisdom that you could not prevent THERESA MAY: “I’M A tibiotic customization for each patient. of the 45-mile boundary between the Gen. Zvika Haimovich, the IDF’s air irregulars (terrorists, guerillas, bandits, The point-of-care system, not yet two countries and Israel hopes to keep PROUD SUPPORTER defense commander. He emphasized smugglers) from getting across a long OF ISRAEL” commercialized, quickly analyzes that the American presence “would not it that way. frontier. But both Israel and India have British Prime Minister Theresa Maybacteria isolated from urine samples been able to build security fences that told a Jewish audience attending aand assesses their level of resistance For daily news stories related have succeeded in keeping terrorists Rosh Hashanah reception at 10 Down-to specific antibiotics. This enables out. ing Street that she is a “proud supporterthe doctor to choose the most effec- to Israel & the Jewish world, India has borders more than ten of Israel.” Ahead of the centenary oftive antibiotic immediately, rather than visit the Federation’s website at times longer than Israel and cannot af- the Balfour Declaration, she said, “Itstarting treatment with broad-spectrum ford to intensively use troop patrols to is absolutely right that we should markantibiotics – which can cause AMR and www.JewishFederationLCC.org. cover it all. The Israelis have proposed the vital role that Britain played a cen-kill “good” bacteria – while awaiting lab a security fence that comes in many tury ago in helping to create a home-results from traditional cultures. land for the Jewish people.” Distinguishing bacterial from May also said she would “activelyviral infections encourage” use of the newly-adoptedMeMed of Tirat Carmel has developed working definition of anti-Semitisma pioneering point-of-care platform put forward by the International Ho-that can distinguish bacterial from viral locaust Remembrance Alliance by theinfections. This helps doctors avoid “police, legal profession, universitiesprescribing antibiotics before knowing and other public bodies.” The IHRAif the infection actually is bacterial. definition expands the actions and ImmunoXpert, the first generation comments that can be considered anti-of this novel test, is in use in the Eu- Semitic to include criticism of Israel.ropean Union, Switzerland and Israel, (Jewish News - UK) GAZA RENEWS CLOTHING EXPORTS TO ISRAEL Clothing companies in Gaza have re- sumed shipments to the Israeli market for the first time since the Hamas take- over there in 2007. Bashir al-Bawab, chair of Unipal MeMed’s ImmunoXpert kit 2000 in Gaza, said his company ex-and a broader commercial rollout is ported 6,000 pieces of clothing to Is-underway. A $9.2 million contract from rael through the Kerem Shalom com-the Defense Threat Reduction Agency mercial crossing. (DTRA) of the U.S. Department of Tayseer al-Oustaz, head of theDefense will help develop an advanced Gaza Federation of the Clothing andversion of the test that will be easier and Textile Industry, said 25 factories arefaster to use. ready to sell their products to the Is- Results of a major study published raeli market. (Xinhua - China) in the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics confirmed that HALF OF JERUSALEM ImmunoXpert accurately distinguishes ARAB PARENTS WANT between bacterial and viral infections ISRAELI SCHOOL in children. CURRICULUM Cotton that kills bacteria Argaman Technologies of Jerusalem 48% of parents whose children are en- recently started making CottonX, rolled in Arab schools in Jerusalem do described as the world’s first bio- not want them studying the curriculum inhibitive all-cotton fabric, embedded provided by the Palestinian Authority, permanently with accelerated copper according to a recent poll conducted by oxide to which bacteria cannot become the Jerusalem Municipality. resistant. CottonX has been shown For decades, students in Arab neighborhoods of Jerusalem studied the Jordanian curriculum. When the Palestinian Authority was established in 1994, its leadership pressured the Arab residents of Jerusalem into using the PA’s curriculum. But now, more and more Arab residents of Jerusalem are expressing a desire to use the Is- raeli curriculum, which is used by Arab public schools elsewhere in Israel. The number of Arab students in Jerusalem who have opted for the Is- raeli curriculum jumped by 20% this year. Seven years ago, only 300 Arab students in Jerusalem were using the Israeli curriculum. The number now stands at 5,800. (Yori Yalon, Israel Hayom) L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 ISRAEL & THE JEWISH WORLD Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 17 10 Israeli innovations that will outsmart superbugs Antibiotic resistance is one of the world’s most serious health threats. Here’s how Israeli scientists are trying to overcome the problem. By Abigail Klein Leichman, ISRAEL21c, www.israel21c.org, September 12, 2017 ntibiotics are one of the most to kill 99.9% of microbes (bacteria, This method could enable microbi- pitals contract a staph infection. effective ways to treat bacterial viruses and fungi) in seconds and is ology labs to classify bacterial strains Bacteria-resistant fabrics, surfaces Ainfections. However, they have being used to make hotel bedding and as tolerant, resistant or persistent, help- Nano Textile of Ramat Gan is devel- been overprescribed and misprescribed towels, uniforms, disposable and reus- ing to guide treatment decisions, added oping a patented ultrasonic method of for years, leading to the development able face masks and other medical, Balaban. “Understanding tolerance and permanently embedding antibacterial of bacterial strains that are resistant to military and consumer products. The finding a way to combat it could signifi- zinc-oxide nanoparticles onto textiles specific antibiotics. process also makes textiles fire-resis- cantly reduce the ever-growing risk of and surfaces including glass, plastics, The World Health Organization tant, conductive and able to smooth skin resistance.” composites and metals. The company considers this one of the biggest threats wrinkles. In 2014, Balaban and Prof. Gadi is seeking a strategic partner to develop to global health because antimicrobial Engineered delivery Glaser discovered the mechanism by the machinery in time to debut at the resistant (AMR) infections kill more Infecting antibiotic-resistant bacteria which persistent bacteria (as opposed to June 2019 ITMA Textile & Garment than 700,000 people worldwide every with tiny viruses called bacteriophages tolerant or resistant) survive antibiotics Technology Exhibition in Barcelona. year. has long been understood as a poten- by going into a dormant state. Odor-resistant activewear, underwear, Israeli researchers and entrepre- tially effective weapon. Antibiotic alternative children’s wear, workwear, hotel linens neurs are approaching the problem from A breakthrough patent-pending Research from the lab of Assistant Prof. and upholstery for public transporta- various different perspectives. Here are technology from the lab of Tel Aviv Oded Lewinson, from the Technion’s tion are planned. The technology also 10 promising advances. University Prof. Udi Qimron facilitates medical school, shows that low-con- gives treated substances UV protection, Customized antibiotics centration combinations of metals and water and flame resistance and other The SNDA-AST diagnostic system, organic acids could provide an effective properties. developed in the biomedical engineering alternative to antibiotics for people and Antibacterial food packaging lab of Prof. Shulamit Levenberg at the plants. NanoPack, a consortium of 18 lead- Technion-Israel Institute of Technology Lewinson and his team found that ing industrial and research institutes in Haifa, enables rapid and accurate an- the combination is extremely effective across Europe, led by the Technion- tibiotic customization for each patient. in eradicating pathogenic bacteria such Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa, The point-of-care system, not yet as cholera, salmonella and pseudomo- this year received an EU grant of €7.7 commercialized, quickly analyzes nas, as well as bacteria that attack crops million to develop a novel polymer- bacteria isolated from urine samples such as tomatoes, melons and apples. based antimicrobial food packaging and assesses their level of resistance Super bugs kill more than 700,000 people world- A smarter antibiotic solution. Technion Assistant Prof. Ester to specific antibiotics. This enables wide every year. Has Israel got the answer? A Technion research team led by As- Segal, NanoPack’s coordinator, said the doctor to choose the most effec- the delivery of genetically engineered sistant Prof. Meytal Landau discov- the three-year project “will enhance tive antibiotic immediately, rather than bacteriophages into a wide range of ered unique amyloid fibrils through food safety for consumers by signifi- starting treatment with broad-spectrum drug-resistant bacteria, rendering them which the pathogenic and highly drug- cant growth inhibition of food-borne antibiotics – which can cause AMR and sensitive to antibiotics. resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacte- microbes, which in turn will prevent kill “good” bacteria – while awaiting lab The team also designed hybrid rium attacks human cells and the im- food-borne illness outbreaks and early results from traditional cultures. nanoparticles from different bacterio- mune system. spoilage.” Distinguishing bacterial from phages, which can recognize new strains This discovery could enable the Abigail Klein Leichman is a writer and viral infections of bacteria. development of antibiotics with a novel associate editor at ISRAEL21c. Prior to MeMed of Tirat Carmel has developed In 2011, Qimron and a TAU col- mechanism of action to inhibit amyloid moving to Israel in 2007, she was a spe- a pioneering point-of-care platform league formulated a powerful cleaning formation. cialty writer and copy editor at a major that can distinguish bacterial from viral solution for hospitals, fortified with Staphylococcus aureus is one of daily newspaper in New Jersey and has infections. This helps doctors avoid genetically engineered bacteriophages. the most common causes of hospital- freelanced for a variety of newspapers prescribing antibiotics before knowing In 2014, they successfully isolated a acquired infections. In the U.S. alone, and periodicals since 1984. if the infection actually is bacterial. protein made by a bacteriophage, which approximately 500,000 patients at hos- ImmunoXpert, the first generation could help in the development of a of this novel test, is in use in the Eu- substitute for conventional antibiotics. ropean Union, Switzerland and Israel, Viruses vs. bacteria A research team led by Dr. Ronen Hazan from the Institute of Dental Sciences at the Hebrew University and Dr. Nurit Jewish National Fund invites you to the Beyth from the Hebrew University- Hadassah School of Dental Medicine Naples Breakfast isolated a particular bacteriophage found to be effective in preventing infec- tions following root-canal procedures. for Israel MeMed’s ImmunoXpert kit The same bacteriophage could also and a broader commercial rollout is work against urinary-tract infections, underway. A $9.2 million contract from meningitis and endocarditis stemming the Defense Threat Reduction Agency from E. faecalis bacteria, which normal- Thursday, November 30, 2017 (DTRA) of the U.S. Department of ly reside in the gastrointestinal tract and Registration 8:30 am Defense will help develop an advanced are resistant to the common antibiotic Program 9:00 am version of the test that will be easier and vancomycin. faster to use. How long can bacteria wait out Temple Shalom Results of a major study published antibiotics? 4630 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL in the official journal of the American A simple new method for measuring the Academy of Pediatrics confirmed that time it takes to kill a bacterial population ImmunoXpert accurately distinguishes could improve the ability to wipe out between bacterial and viral infections “tolerant” bacterial strains that survive in children. antibiotics for a long time as they be- Cotton that kills bacteria come resistant. Argaman Technologies of Jerusalem “Routinely measuring tolerance recently started making CottonX, could supply valuable information about described as the world’s first bio- the duration of antibiotic treatments, inhibitive all-cotton fabric, embedded reducing the chance of both under- and FEATURING GUEST SPEAKER permanently with accelerated copper over-treatment,” said researcher Na- oxide to which bacteria cannot become thalie Balaban of the Hebrew University Rick Krosnick resistant. CottonX has been shown of Jerusalem. JNF CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Stay in touch throughout the month. No cost to attend Dietary laws observed. Sign up for the Federation’s e-blasts. RSVP by November 23, 2017 to Marcy Friedland, Get the latest information on Senior Campaign Executive, Southwest Florida, upcoming community events at [email protected] or 727.536.5263 and cultural activities, breaking news items, updates from Israel and lots more.

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Opinions and letters printed in L’CHAYIM do not necessarily reflect the views of the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties, its Board of Directors or staff, or its advertisers. L’CHAYIM – a vital To seek the blessing n November we celebrate Thanks- unsavory character like Jacob become connection giving. In November our Torah Israel, the namesake of the Jewish peo- really can’t tell you just how much more, so their smiling faces beaming readings take up the story of Jacob. ple? Why do you take your name from I look forward to finding a new off these pages offer me a hint on how I In my mind these two seemingly differ- a trickster and a thief?” I copy of L’CHAYIM in my mail- they’re doing, or at least how they’re ent topics dovetail beautifully. It is a good question, and it has box each month. Once it arrives, I set looking these days. There must be Life can often be very difficult. In good answers. First of all, Jacob paid it aside on my kitchen table for a quiet something to Ponce de Leon’s belief 1936, at the height of and paid for his evil deeds. We would time when I can leisurely read through that Florida contained the Fountain of the Great Depression, not be wrong if we counted the years it with a cup of coffee. I guess over all Youth, judging by how well so many Governor Wilbur after he left home as twenty years of these years it’s be- of the “L’CHAYIM regulars” are hold- Cross of Connecti- hard time in the Laban Penitentiary come something of a ing up! cut appealed to the in Haran. Laban tricked him time and ritual for me. There’s something else that I re- indomitable human again, and “often,” Jacob exclaimed, I especially en- ally enjoy while slowly turning the spirit in his Thanks- “Scorching heat ravaged me by day joy reading what the pages of our monthly Jewish tabloid: giving proclamation: and frost by night. Sleep fled from my other rabbis in town actually turning through real pages of a  Rabbi “It has seemed good eyes.” are thinking, and real paper! Like so many of you, I read Stephen to our people to join Second, he honestly and eagerly seeing what local my newspapers online each day and Fuchs together in praising sought Esau’s forgiveness, and he did  Rabbi Federation Executive no longer have them tossed onto my the Creator… for the blessing that have not merely attempt to placate his broth- Bruce Director Alan Isaacs driveway. So even though I can read been our common lot… for honor held er with empty words. The size of the Diamond has on his mind. the new month’s L’CHAYIM online on above price; for steadfast courage and gift Jacob insisted Esau accept – and to Living something of a clois- the Federation’s website, I prefer to sa- zeal in the long search after truth; for his credit Esau was reluctant to do so – tered life when not in my synagogue, vor it in the relaxed, easy-on-the-eyes liberty and for justice... that we may more than compensated his brother for L’CHAYIM ‘s window into what other old-fashioned way. humbly take heart of these blessings the loss of the birthright inheritance. Jewish leaders are doing and thinking L’CHAYIM is a vital connection as we gather once again with solemn And last and most important, Ja- offers at least a taste of collegiality. I – perhaps the only real connection – and festive rites to keep our harvest cob is our role model and our name- find it very reassuring so see how hard among all the elements of our orga- Home.” sake because despite every reason for others also are “toiling in the vine- nized Jewish community. Hats off to With these mighty words, Gover- doing so, he refused to give up hope. yard,” and it reinvigorates me. Editor Ted Epstein and all the people nor Cross looked beyond the ravages He stumbled and fell, as we all do. He I also enjoy some of the pictures who make this prominent organ pos- of the Great Depression that affected paid for his misdeeds many times over. in L’CHAYIM, especially of the “com- sible. every citizen and inspired the people of And when it seemed that all was lost, munity veterans” who have been here Rabbi Bruce Diamond serves at The our state to seek and find the blessings he wrestled with everything he had quite a while. I’ve known most of them Community Free Synagogue in Fort in their lives. been and everything that he had done. for over 20 years, but don’t get to see Myers. It was the same quality exhibited He proclaimed to the Eternal One in many “in the flesh” all that often any- by our patriarch Jacob, who also over- the midst of his struggle, “I will not let came trial and tribulation to seek and You go until You bless me.” (Genesis find a blessing from God. 32:27) Engagement with Israel But, you might ask, “a blessing! Though the encounter left him What right and what hope should Ja- wounded, he wrenched genuine bless- is essential cob have had to seek a blessing from ing from the depths of his anguish and hat do Steven Bayme, the ment to not honor the Kotel Agreement God?” Had he not taken advantage found the ability to face the future with Director of the American – the agreement to expand the area of of his older brother Esau to extort the courage and hope. In that, I submit, WJewish Committee’s Insti- the Western Wall where non-Orthodox lion’s share of the family inheritance he is a wonderful role model for all tute of American Jewish-Israel Rela- Jews could hold prayer services – and from him? Had he not stood before his of us! tions, Jane Eisner, the Editor-in-Chief to put all conversion in the hands of the blind father swearing he was Esau in Rabbi Stephen Lewis Fuchs serves at of Forward, Howard Kohr, the Execu- ultra-Orthodox, was met by outrage order to steal his father’s blessing? Bat Yam Temple of the Islands on Sani- tive Director of AIPAC, and Kenneth from American Jews. For even while People often ask: “Why does an bel Island. Stein, Professor of many American Jews believe that we Contemporary Mid- should have little or no say in matters dle Eastern History of Israeli security, most feel that Israel God prays at Emory University, is the homeland of Jewish culture. It is teaching from the Talmud: confess, we praise. have in common? a – if not the – center of Jewish life. Rabbi Yochanan said in the The story continues: It was taught: They are all very When it comes to the range of Jewish name of Rabbi Yosi: How do Rav Ishmael ben Elisha, the High DISCOVER worried about the expression, we American Jews must A we know that God prays? Because it Priest, said, I once entered into the in- relationship between have a voice. Our Jewish expression says in Isaiah (56:7) “I will bring them nermost part of the Temple to offer in- THE FUN!  Rabbi American Jews and must be acknowledged and honored. to my holy mountain and let them re- cense and I saw the crown of God, the Marc Israel. In the last For some, the decision at the beginning joice in the house of Lord of Hosts, seated upon a high and Sack two months, I had of the summer seemed to negate the My prayer. It is not exalted throne. God said to me: Rav the privilege of hearing three of them rich commitment – in all its variety – said “their prayer,” Ishmael, my son, give me a blessing! speak, and read a column by Jane Eis- of American Jews. but rather, “my What an awesome power God is ner, and they gave the same message. As I told Temple Judea congre- prayer,” and thus we bestowing upon a human being! In American Jews, especially those in gants on the holidays, I believe we learn that the Holy this Talmudic passage, God is calling their 30s, are disengaging from Israel. American Jews must work harder, es- One prays. (BT Be- out to us, in need of something. Sud- It’s not that they disagree with, or even pecially when it comes to the Israel- rakhot 7a) denly, we are faced once again with a protest one Israeli policy or another. commitment of our children. We are  Rabbi This idea that momentous question: How are we to RECEIVE It is that they no longer care. They do undertaking four initiatives: Nicole God prays is inher- respond to God? What blessing could THE GIFT not feel Israel to be a vital part of their ÎÎ We will have programs featuring Luna ently foreign and we possibly give to the Holy One? Jewish lives. Israeli musicians. confusing to us. We pray, to God. Rav Ishmael repeats the prayer that the OF FREE Jane Eisner wrote: “Engagement ÎÎ We will promote and attend the Questions quickly arise: How could Talmud attributes to God: May divine JEWISH with Israel is an essential part of what AIPAC Policy Conference in God pray? Who would God pray to? mercy prevail. it means to be a Jew in the 21st centu- Washington in March. What would God say? Part of the dif- This is the blessing that we as Jews CHILDREN’S ry… It is to be supported, challenged, ÎÎ We will sponsor an Israel trip for ficulty of this passage comes from our give God, to bring in mercy and com- BOOKS wrestled with, embraced. Ignoring it is those who have been multiple understanding of prayer. To pray is to passion when it is lacking, to repair to ignore this very historical moment, a times and want to experience the acknowledge that we need help, that the world, to be partners, to create the MAILED TO moment of privilege, of living at a time hidden gems of Israel and Israeli we have to go beyond ourselves. By world together. When we review our YOUR HOME when Jews are able to exercise sover- culture. praying we say that it is not within our budget to include more tzedakah – we EVERY MONTH! eignty in their ancient land.” ÎÎ Our sh’lichah, Zohar Ben Hamu, power or control to fully understand the answer God’s prayer. When we donate SHARE the experience I agree with Ms. Eisner. I believe will teach and engage in our con- world, find courage and hope, and be- food and clothing to those affected by of reading with your that what we call “Judaism” is the reli- gregation and throughout the com- lieve that we can become better people. a hurricane – we answer God’s prayer. children as they grow with Funded by the gious culture of the Jewish people, not munity. We do rely on ourselves, but we also When we pay attention, when we don’t PJ Library books.

the entirety of Jewish culture. Over the I believe that engagement with rely on others, and we rely on God. forget, when we insist that our lives are Roth Family millennia, our people have authored Israel is essential to the commitment This is a fundamental aspect to be- transformed because of our experience SIGN UP TODAY! Foundation a lot of non-religious literature, mu- of American Jews. Being free in our ing human – the need for support, en- – we answer God’s prayer. When we & sic, art and dance. Non-religious Jews homeland is an historic opportunity couragement, inspiration from sources pray, we not only reach out to God, but Enrollment is open to Asher Family have been at the forefront of philoso- to build a Jewish culture and make outside of ourselves. Prayer is simply we respond to God reaching out to us. Jewish families with Foundation phy, science and social movements. a greater contribution to the outside saying that we cannot do it all. It is And maybe, just as we answer God’s children between the The rebirth of the Jewish state has seen world. Hard work needs to be done. humbling, at times frightening, to ad- prayers, so too will God take note of ages of six months to the flowering of all these facets of our For those of us who are Zionists, now mit that we don’t have ultimate control. us, and answer ours. eight years culture. Israel has given our people not is the time to do it. But we know we don’t. And therefore, Rabbi Nicole Luna serves at Temple More information, only the dignity of self-determination. Rabbi Marc Sack serves at Temple we give thanks, we make requests, we Beth El in Fort Myers. living in Lee & Charlotte contact Leni Sack It has given us the chance to develop Judea in Fort Myers. Counties. 239.481.4449 ext. 3 and express the widest range of our [email protected] heritage. What do you think? Need to Read the current and recent issues It is not coincidental that these reach the editor of L’CHAYIM? of L’CHAYIM online at Jewish thinkers are concerned at this Send an email to time. The decision at the beginning Families can sign up for PJ Library at pjlibrary.org of the summer by the Israeli govern- [email protected]. www.JewishFederationLCC.org. L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 FOCUS ON YOUTH Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 19

prehend so we focus on be held on Saturday, No- TEMPLE JUDEA SCHOOLS the feelings of ‘thankful” TEMPLE BETH EL SCHOOLS vember18 from 9:00 to Fort Myers and “grateful.” We focus Fort Myers 10:15 a.m. in the sanc- on family and the tradi- tuary with Morah Dale. Temple Judea Preschool tions around all of us. Dale M. Cohen, R.J.E.,M.A. Ed., This is a mandatory part of our curricu- Joann Goldman, Temple Judea We will conclude this theme with Religious School Director lum for grades 4-7. This is a wonderful Preschool Director a Thanksgiving play, which the Pre-K Dear Parents of the Religious School: opportunity to become familiar with It’s the month of giving thanks! class will perform for their parents and As I sit here in my office writing this and proficient in the Saturday morning We bring the season of fall in to our friends on Tuesday, November 14 at article, I am so thrilled to reflect upon liturgy. classrooms. Last month we roasted 9:30 a.m. Yom Kippur. It was amazing to see Ella Laboda, daughter of Alane La- pumpkin seeds, painted pumpkins Our Pre-K students are enjoying so many of our Religious School stu- boda, sister of Sarah, and granddaugh- and dyed leaves. The kids had a blast. their journals as they draw and write dents and families participating in our ter of Sheila and Gerald Laboda, will This month we will be concentrat- stories. The children are creating their Ne’ilah service. It brings great joy to be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah ing on food, nutrition and Thanksgiv- own journals about Pre-K and they are all of us here to have such active par- on Saturday, November 4. Ella is a 7th ing. The children will be involved in learning what it’s like to be an author ticipation to conclude the Yom Kippur grader at Cypress Lake Middle School, learning about healthy foods and will and an illustrator. This is something services. We are so very thankful and where she is a straight-A student. We have fun doing projects that increase they will cherish many years from now. blessed to have our students. We could are so proud of Ella and all of her ac- their awareness of good food. We will Next month our students will trav- not be more proud of you! complishments on one of the most discuss the “First Thanksgiving” and el around the world as we learn about I have to thank our exceptional meaningful days of her life. the many ways the Native Americans many different cultures. We will learn Torah readers during our Yom Kippur Please note: The Religious School helped the Pilgrims survive. Our stu- about food, music and clothing as we services: Jeremy Summers and Allison will not be in session on Wednesday, dents will pop popcorn, string popcorn transform our classrooms and celebrate Traiger. Mazel tov to you on a job well November 22 and Sunday, November and make stone soup. The month of the world around us. done. Yasher koach! 26. November holds many fun and excit- If you would like to learn more Todah rabah to Larry Schoenfeld During this time in our country and ing things at Temple Judea Preschool. about Temple Judea Preschool, please for his wonderful reading of the To- the world, it is extremely difficult to see For most of our children, the story call 239.482.1121. rah for all of our students during their the silver lining inside of the clouds. of the Pilgrims may be difficult to com- Junior Congregations. We are very However, all of the weather tragedies blessed to have such wonderful teach- and shootings will hopefully bring to ers who lead our Junior Congregations: the forefront some very important con- Results of Morah Amy Shinbaum, Mackenzie versations that need to happen. Perhaps a recent Sax, Samantha Shinbaum, Sarah Gatof these conversations will bring people national and Evan Kagan. We are so grateful to closer together and start the healing. survey of all of you. I would like to take this op- 25,000 Simchat Torah was equally impres- portunity to wish all of the children families sive, and our Religious School families and their families a very happy and conducted by really stepped up to the plate beautiful- healthy Thanksgiving holiday (chag PJ Library ly. Nothing could be nicer than watch- ha hoda’ah sameach). Especially this ing them participate in such a festive year, we have so much to be thankful occasion while celebrating the birthday for, and are truly blessed. of the Torah. Ken y’hi ratzon – may it be G-d’s Parents in Lee PJ Library is Our next Junior Congregation will will. and Charlotte counties whose making a children are difference in the enrolled in lives of families Candle lighting times: PJ Library raising Jewish participated in the survey. children.. November 3: 6:26 November 10: 5:22 November 17: 5:19 November 24: 5:17 confess, we praise. The story continues: It was taught: Rav Ishmael ben Elisha, the High DISCOVER Priest, said, I once entered into the in- nermost part of the Temple to offer in- THE FUN! cense and I saw the crown of God, the Lord of Hosts, seated upon a high and exalted throne. God said to me: Rav Ishmael, my son, give me a blessing! What an awesome power God is bestowing upon a human being! In this Talmudic passage, God is calling out to us, in need of something. Sud- denly, we are faced once again with a momentous question: How are we to RECEIVE respond to God? What blessing could THE GIFT we possibly give to the Holy One? Rav Ishmael repeats the prayer that the OF FREE Talmud attributes to God: May divine JEWISH mercy prevail. Earn CAS Credits This is the blessing that we as Jews CHILDREN’S give God, to bring in mercy and com- BOOKS The Jewish Federation of Lee passion when it is lacking, to repair and Charlotte Counties is the world, to be partners, to create the MAILED TO world together. 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A question often our ideas, and expose ourselves to new purpose and course of our life. Open HUMANISTIC JEWISH HAVURAH asked is, “Why do Hu- ideas. Therefore, it is necessary for us any Jewish prayer book at random and of Southwest Florida manistic Jews need any to have a format for our interactions, a you will find this fundamental human- (239) 495-8484 organized congregation, community where we can express our istic principle denied and its opposite community or havurah? religious philosophy and our way of affirmed. This inconsistency between Membership in the Humanistic Why can’t Humanistic Jews exist sepa- life, a community where together we official synagogue ideology and what Jewish Havurah of SWFL rate and independent of one another?” can share and create a humanistic at- we really believe accounts for the in- Paula Creed Before addressing this question, it mosphere and can grow more strongly difference or hostility that many feel This month the Humanistic Jewish is necessary to explain what is meant as Humanistic Jews. toward organized Jewish religion. Havurah begins its annual member- by these terms. A congregation, com- Our havurah reflects an aspect of An organization such as ours is es- ship drive. As current members renew munity or havurah is a group of people our Jewish identity. We, as Humanistic sential for Humanistic Judaism. Our their membership for another year, we working together for a common goal. Jews, understand that to be Jewish is to religious beliefs and lifestyles will are reaching out to others who have The goal in our case is the affirmation be part of an extended family. One way never be validated, or put into prac- attended our holiday celebrations, en- of our philosophy. Our havurah does of affirming this identity is to create a tice in conventional synagogues or joyed attending our Sunday afternoon not have a physical structure, nor do community in which similar-thinking temples. If GenShoah we exist separately or “in meetings, read this column, and share we have a professional leader or paid folks have an opportunity to meet one the closet,” ourSWFL voices will never be an affinity with our Humanistic Jewish staff. Our Humanistic Jewish Havurah another, a place in which we can be- heard.Promoting It Holocaustis necessary Education to and together Human Rights cre- philosophy. Now is the time to support is a group of welcoming people who come more aware of relationship and ate aSchedule community of Events that for the fulfills 2017-18 Seasonour needs; us with your membership as well. together strive to embrace the Human- to extend family. It allows us the op- places whereSunday, weOctober can 22 - 6:30 celebrate p.m. life- Annual dues, reasonably set at $85 Film: “Irena Sendler: In the Name of Their Mothers” istic Jewish philosophy. portunity to share our life-cycle events, cycleCo-sponsored events by Catholic-Jewishand holidays Dialogue andof Collier still County feel per person, can be paid by writing a We recognize a trait that is crucial holidays and special moments, not as comfortableAt St. Agnes Parish Center,and 7775honest. Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples check, payable to HJH, and mailed to to the very nature of human beings. We individuals, but as a family with shared HumanisticRSVP: [email protected]. Judaism Free of provides Charge. an our treasurer, Joan Weinstein, 15191 are social creatures. Only through in- concerns and shared joys. alternativeSunday, that November many 19 - 5 p.m.disillusioned Lecture: “Resisting the Holocaust” Cedarwood Lane, Apt. 2505, Naples, teractions with others do we grow, learn One unifying belief is the affirma- people findFGCU Scholar most Dr. Paulinviting Bartrop and accept- FL 34110. Dues also cover one’s mem- and even exist. It is essential for people tion of human independence of super- able. Discussing Please his recentjoin book the at HolocaustHumanistic Museum of JewishSWFL bership in the Society for Humanistic to have the opportunity to share ideas natural or other external authorities Havurah4760 Tamiami toTrail realizeNorth, Ste. 7 yourNaples FL true 34103. “beliefs.” Space limited. RSVP: [email protected] Judaism (www.shj.org), our national with one another. As Humanistic Jews, and, therefore, our right and respon- Sunday, December 17- 4:30 p.m. organization. we need to interact with others, share sibility to determine for ourselves the Potluck Dinner at member’s home with discussion of book “Displaced Persons: Growing Up American After the Holocaust” Space limited. RSVP required: [email protected] perspectives. Features of Drive, Naples. is locatedSunday, Jan. at 21 4760 - 5 p.m. andTamiami Monday, Jan. Trail 22 - 10 North, a.m. GENERATIONS OF THE SHOAH Special Presentation: “Through Their Eyes” by this book include expla- Seating is very limited for Dr. Bar- Naples.National Although Speaker from there Houston, Sandyis no Lessig. cost for SOUTHWEST FLORIDA nations of how those who trop’s discussion. Those who would thisHow program2nd & 3rd Generations donations can preserve totheir family the stories. Holo- came to be recognized like to attend must RSVP to info@Holo caust MuseumAt Holocaust are Museum. greatly Space limited. appreciated. (239) 963-9347 ReservationGenShoah by $18 check payable to HMEC, as Righteous Among the caustMuseumSWFL.org.GenShoah The Museum mailed to Holocaust Museum specifying session. Dr. Paul Bartrop to discuss Nations engaged in their life-saving SWFL Sunday,SWFL February 4 - 5 p.m. Resisting the Holocaust work, and how and when resistance Promoting Holocaust Education and Human Rights Discussion Group: “Our Stories” For childrenAn opportunity of Holocaust for 2nd Generation Survivors to and discuss others personal interested stories. in: Ida Margolis activities took place during the Holo- Schedule of Events for the 2017-18 Season GenShoah • PromotionRSVP [email protected] of Holocaust Education or [email protected] and Human Rights Dr. Paul Bartrop, award-winning caust. Sunday, October 22 - 6:30 p.m. SWFL • Preservation of Tuesday,the history February and memories 6 - 7 p.m. of the Holocaust scholar of the Holocaust and geno- This free program is sponsored by Film: “Irena Sendler: In the Name of Their Mothers” • Connection of theFilm: Second “Fanny’s Generation Journey” with one another cide, will discuss his book, Resisting GenShoah SWFL, a group for children Co-sponsored by Catholic-Jewish DialoguePromoting of Collier Holocaust County Education • Support and Human ofAt theBeth RightsHolocaust Tikvah, 1459 Museum Pine Ridge & Road,Education Naples Center of At St. Agnes Parish Center, 7775 VanderbiltSchedule Beach Road, of Naples Events for the Southwest 2017-18Award SeasonFlorida winning film co-sponsored by Beth Tikvah the Holocaust, on Sunday, November of Holocaust survivors and others who RSVP: [email protected]. Free of Charge. RSVP required to [email protected] Sunday, October 22 - 6:30 p.m. GenShoah SWFL Chair: Ida Margolis 19 at 5:00 p.m. at the Ho- are interested in the pro- Sunday, November 19 - 5 p.m. GenShoahSunday, SWFL FebruaryProgram Chair:18 - 5 Steve p.m. Brazina Film: “Irena Sendler: In the Name of Their Mothers” locaust Museum & Edu- motion of Holocaust edu- Lecture: “Resisting the Holocaust” Lecture: “Moving Pictures: An Analysis of Films About the Holocaust” FGCU Scholar Dr. Paul BartropCo-sponsored by Catholic-Jewish DialogueArt of For historianCollier information County and media about psychologist GenShoah Dr. Andre SWFL Krauss and to receive the GenShoah e-newsletter featuring cation Center of SWFL. cation and human rights, Discussing his recent book at HolocaustAt St. Museum Agnes Parish of SWFL Center, 7775 Vanderbilt BeachCo-sponsored Road, Naples by Beth Tikvah at Beth Tikvah RSVP: [email protected]. 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Sunday, December 17- 4:30 p.m. Lecture: “Resisting the Holocaust”Tax deductible Sunday,donations March to enable 18 - 5 GenShoahp.m. programs thor, Bartrop is Professor Holocaust, connection FGCU Scholar Dr. Paul Bartropare greatly appreciated and can be made to the Potluck Dinner at member’s home with discussion of book Lecture Holocaustand Discussion: Museum “L’dor & Vador Education - Intergenerational Center of SWFL Aspects of History and Director of the Second Genera- “Displaced Persons: Growing Up American Discussing After the hisHolocaust” recent book at Holocaust Museum of SWFLof Holocaust Trauma” Space limited. RSVP required: [email protected] Tamiami Trail North, Ste. 7 NaplesWith FLFor psychiatrist34103. information Space Dr. limited.Ken about Wetcher the and Museum: psychologist 239-263-9200 Shelley Goodman of the Center for Judaic, tion with one another, and www. 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RSVP required: [email protected] has edited major works in Shoah sponsors a variety of Sunday, Jan. 21 - 5 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 22 - 10 a.m. Reservation by $18 check payable to HMEC, Community Programs of Holocaust Relevance: the field of Holocaust and programs throughout the mailed to Holocaust Museum specifyingSpecial session. Presentation: “Through Their Eyes” by genocide studies, and his most recent season (see list at right) and dissemi- Sunday, February 4 - 5 p.m. National Speaker from Houston, Sandy Lessig.Sunday, November 5 - 2:30 p.m. Kristallnacht Commemoration work, The Holocaust: An Encyclope- nates information about community Discussion Group: “Our Stories”How 2nd & 3rd Generations can preserve their family stories. At Holocaust Museum. Space limited. At St. John the Evangelist Church dia and Document Collection, has been programs of Holocaust relevance. 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Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy., Naples readers to learn about upstanders, par- November 5 at 2:30 p.m. at Saint Wil- RSVP [email protected] or [email protected] required at http://collierlibrary.org/programs RSVP required to [email protected] Free of charge. tisans and survivors from firsthand liam Catholic Church, 601 Seagate Sunday, February 18 - 5 p.m. Tuesday, February 6 - 7 p.m. Lecture: “Moving Pictures: An Analysis of Films About the Holocaust”Film: “Fanny’s Journey” Sunday, April 8 - 10 a.m. Yom HaShoah Commemoration Art historian and media psychologist Dr. AndreAt Beth Krauss Tikvah, 1459 Pine Ridge Road, Naples Award winning film co-sponsored by Beth Tikvah Temple Shalom The JewishCo-sponsored by Beth Federation Tikvah at Beth Tikvah thanks all our4630 Pineadvertisers Ridge Road, Naples for PLEASE Reservation by $10 check payable to HMEC RSVPand mailed required to to [email protected] RSVP required. Free of charge. their thecontinued Holocaust Museum. Space limited.support!Sunday, February Without 18 - 5 p.m. them we would Sunday, March 18 Lecture:- 5 p.m. “Moving Pictures: An Analysis of Films About the Holocaust” SUPPORT THE beLecture andunable Discussion: “L’dor to Vador provide - IntergenerationalArt historian and Aspectsour media psychologistreaders Dr. Andre Krausswith L’CHAYIM. We of Holocaust Trauma” Co-sponsored by Beth Tikvah at Beth Tikvah inviteWith psychiatrist otherDr. Ken Wetcher andbusinesses psychologistReservation Shelley by Goodman $10 checkin payableour to HMECcommunity and mailed to to explore ADVERTISERS the Holocaust Museum. Space limited. thisAt Holocaust valuable Museum. RSVP required: advertising [email protected]. opportunity. Space limited. Sunday, March 18 - 5 p.m. Sunday, April 15Lecture - TBD and Discussion: “L’dor Vador - Intergenerational Aspects WHO SUPPORT of Holocaust Trauma” For ad rates Withand psychiatrist deadlines, Dr. Ken Wetcher and psychologist contact Shelley Goodman Jim Lewin at At Holocaust Museum. RSVP required: [email protected]. OUR FEDERATION 239.634.6923 or [email protected] limited. Sunday, April 15 - TBD L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 ORGANIZATIONS Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 21

us out, and more specifi- tion of the youth. They are conditioned Bill Barnett. JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY cally, to have created a lot to snaps, tweets and pix, and we are Tickets may be purchased OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA of virtual presence that is busy creating the database to feed their at https://jhsmurrayhendel.eventbrite. (239) 566-1771 “hurricane-resistant.” digital taste palates. com or by email at office@jhsswf. But this very active Not to worry. We have a full menu org. To advertise in the event program, Come with the wind hurricane season is not over. There are for mature and discerning history buffs. purchase a table, or become a sponsor, Marina Berkovich still strong winds to be expected, and We re-planned our season, re-ar- please email [email protected]. I led in with Hurricane Donna in my unpredictable meteorological events ranged our schedules and are proceed- Explore the early Jewish life of last column without realizing that his- may form. ing with our exciting activities, as fol- Southwest Florida at Virtual Museum tory would repeat itself with Irma ex- Coming with the wind was incred- lows: of Southwest Florida Jewish History actly 57 years later. It is a miracle that ible camaraderie and human compas- Jewish History of Southwest Florida by going to http://jewishhistorysouth Irma spared lives here. In its destruc- sion. And there was an unexpected Master Class westflorida.org/. tive aftermath, the recovering South- benefit: the youth had the opportunity ‹‹ Wednesday, November 15 from Our Mission west Florida is challenged to resume to catch up on family connections and 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Collecting, protecting and preserving its normalcy and bring forth all its histories, like their generation never ‹‹ Wednesday, December 20 from Jewish history to celebrate the contri- planned activities and events. has, unless a hurricane knocks out the 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. bution by Jews in Southwest Florida Nothing looks quite the same. power grid. Coming with the wind ‹‹ Tuesday, April 24 from 5:00 to every day of every year is part of our Many structures did not survive the were days without electricity, inter- 6:00 p.m. mission. winds and are in need of substantial net, telephones, TV and video games. Classes include film, discussion Become a member of JHSSWF, a repairs. The entire region looks like Something had to fill that emptiness. and sweets. sponsor, business associate, volunteer its endless summer has ended. But it’s Even adults found themselves with Annual Major Event and/or donor. Contact us at: temporary. The piles of brown trees some TV-deprivation free-time disor- The sixth film in theSouthwest Florida The Jewish Historical Society and branches are everywhere, as the der, reading instead of Googling and Jewish Pioneers Film Series, Murray’s of Southwest Florida winds drained all the life from so many Facebooking. But the electric powers Mile, will premiere on Sunday, Janu- 899 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 116, magnificent old trees. The younger that control us are all back! The young- ary 21 at the Jewish Historical Soci- Naples FL 34108 trees withstood better because they er generations may one day thank Irma ety’s Florida Jewish History Month 239.566.1771 were more bendable and more flexible. for giving them a taste of what life was Celebration. The event’s Honoree is [email protected] ~ www.jhsswf.org There is always hope while the young like before their time was appropriated Murray Hendel, a man who is known The Jewish Historical Society of continue what the old start. by so many attention-stealing devices. as the most powerful unelected offi- Southwest Florida is a section 501(c) And we were fortunate to not have Of course, as soon as they were avail- cial of Collier County. The Honorary (3) charitable organization. the surge that was threatening to wipe able again, we lost the fleeting atten- Chairman is Naples Mayor, Honorable

This drug was used to the disc position, we were left with a who can help you. HADASSAH lubricate arthritic knee riddle – not understanding what causes I hope everyone was safe dur- Collier/Lee Chapter joints to reduce friction severe closed lockjaw to be immedi- ing the hurricane and didn’t have too (239) 370-6220 and wear of the joint ately released by such an innocuous much damage. My family has lived in and therefore reducing procedure. The answer we realized Florida for over 50 years and we only You never know who you might pain. These results were presented to could be found in the field of me- evacuated twice. This was one of the GenShoah run into the American Academy of Orthopedic chanical physics. But we didn’t know times. Saving possessions is not worth SWFL Karen Cohn Surgeons, Osteoarthritis Research So- enough physics to work it out. Then, risking your life since things can be re- What began as a solution to a medical ciety International, and the American a 15-year-old patient from Haifa came placed. I hope everyone has a Healthy Promoting Holocaust Education and Human Rights condition called lockjaw (also TMJ or College of Rheumatology. in for treatment of lockjaw. Her father, and Sweet New Year. This next year I Schedule of Events for the 2017-18 Season temporomandibular joint disorder), has You might want to know how this Professor Izhak Etsion, wondered if hope will be a better year for everyone. Sunday, October 22 - 6:30 p.m. led to the creation of a novel non-opi- all came about. Hadassah Professor we understood what exactly caused Just a reminder that Tuesday, Oc- Film: “Irena Sendler: In the Name of Their Mothers” Co-sponsored by Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of Collier County oid pharmaceutical candidate for the Dorio Nitzen, a senior surgeon and the lock. I told him we were looking tober 31 is our opening luncheon. Our At St. Agnes Parish Center, 7775 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples treatment of osteoarthritis pain, thanks researcher in Maxillofacial Surgery, for an expert to help us understand the speaker is Rox Rosen, a five-generation RSVP: [email protected]. Free of Charge. to Hadassah Medical Organization’s explains. “Closed lockjaw used to be mechanism. He looked at me and said, life member of Hadassah. Her topic is Sunday, November 19 - 5 p.m. Lecture: “Resisting the Holocaust” discovery and collaboration with col- treated surgically with the aim of cor- ‘I am that person.’” “Fall in Love With Hadassah.” Please FGCU Scholar Dr. Paul Bartrop leagues at the Hebrew University and recting the disc position. We discov- And that, my friends, is an ex- plan on coming. And Sunday, Novem- Discussing his recent book at Holocaust Museum of SWFL the Technion. ered quite surprisingly that arthrocen- ample of the saying, “You never know ber 12 at 11:30 a.m. is a New Member 4760 Tamiami Trail North, Ste. 7 Naples FL 34103. Space limited. This drug, called MM-11, has tesis (removing fluid from the joint who you might run into.” There are Brunch. RSVP: [email protected] Sunday, December 17- 4:30 p.m. been commercialized through Moebius to relieve pressure) released the lock. people all over that you may know, and Potluck Dinner at member’s home with discussion of book Medical, a biotech start-up company. Since arthrocentesis does not change at some point they may be the person “Displaced Persons: Growing Up American After the Holocaust” Space limited. RSVP required: [email protected] Sunday, Jan. 21 - 5 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 22 - 10 a.m. Special Presentation: “Through Their Eyes” by The author, a Chris- been lost up to that time. She immedi- Today they make up only 5 percent, a National Speaker from Houston, Sandy Lessig. ZIONIST ORG. of AMERICA tian, relates a trip she had ately recognized the analogy between number which is falling as persecution How 2nd & 3rd Generations can preserve their family stories. Southwest Florida Chapter taken to Israel in 2016 the systematic attempt to destroy the is driving a steady exodus. At Holocaust Museum. Space limited. and a visit made to Yad Jewish people in Europe and the sys- According to the author, victims ReservationGenShoah by $18 check payable to HMEC, (914) 329-1024 mailed to Holocaust Museum specifying session. Vashem. She states how tematic attempt by the Islamic State in Iraq note that persecution turned to Sunday,SWFL February 4 - 5 p.m. ZOA presents a screening it was a sickening understanding of the group to cleanse the Middle East of its genocide as far back as 2003, and that Discussion Group: “Our Stories” of Faithkeepers process to which European Jewry was ancient Christian communities. the Islamic State group is only taking For childrenAn opportunity of Holocaust for 2nd Generation Survivors to and discuss others personal interested stories. in: • PromotionRSVP [email protected] of Holocaust Education or [email protected] and Human Rights Jerrold L. Sobel ruthlessly destroyed in a few years. Like Jews that have been living in up where al-Qaida and the Army of the • Preservation of Tuesday,the history February and memories 6 - 7 p.m. of the HolocaustIt is almost a year to the day that I read One in which 9.5 million people were the Holy Land from time immemorial, Sunni People left off. • Connection of theFilm: Second “Fanny’s Generation Journey” with one another an article in U.S. News & World Report reduced to 3.5 million. Christians are not interlopers or new To address this modern-day geno- • Support ofAt theBeth Holocaust Tikvah, 1459 Museum Pine Ridge & Road,Education Naples Center of SouthwestAward Florida winning film co-sponsored by Beth Tikvah by Opinion Contributor Dr. Grazie As her trip continued to the Go- arrivals. They have had an unbroken cide, the ZOA will be screening a new RSVP required to [email protected] Pozo Christie on genocide committed lan Heights to the North of Jerusalem, presence in the Middle East for 2,000 documentary film produced by the GenShoah SWFL Chair: Ida Margolis GenShoahSunday, SWFL FebruaryProgram Chair:18 - 5 Steve p.m. Brazina by Muslim extremist groups such as she recounts seeing an eerily deserted years – longer than Islam. Obviously, Clarion Project entitled Faithkeepers. Lecture: “Moving Pictures: An Analysis of Films About the Holocaust” ISIS against Christians, Jews and other Syrian town, with a Christian church Christianity was born there, and was Join us on Wednesday, November 8 Art For historian information and media about psychologist GenShoah Dr. Andre SWFL Krauss and to receive the GenShoah e-newsletter featuring minorities in the Middle East, particu- pockmarked from the ravages of war, one of the region’s major religions from at 7:30 p.m. at the Chabad Jewish Cen- Co-sponsoredannouncements by Beth of Tikvah programs at Beth e-mail: Tikvah Reservation by genshoahswfl@gmail.com$10 check payable to HMEC and mailed to larly within Syria and Iraq. a war in which 500,000 souls had the fourth century until the adherents ter of Naples, 1789 Mandarin Road. the Holocaust Museum. Space limited. of a new religion, the Muslims, con- Admission is $20 for adults and $7 for Tax deductible Sunday,donations March to enable 18 - 5 GenShoahp.m. programs are greatly appreciated and can be made to the quered the land in the seventh century. students. Refreshments will be served. Lecture Holocaustand Discussion: Museum “L’dor & Vador Education - Intergenerational Center of SWFL Aspects th of Holocaust Trauma” Judea. HAZAK members In the early 20 century, Christians For more information, contact me at With Forpsychiatrist information Dr. Ken about Wetcher the and Museum: psychologist 239-263-9200 Shelley Goodman www. HolocaustMuseumSWFL.org HAZAK 55+ CHAPTER will participate in the ser- made up 20 percent of the population. [email protected] or 914.329.1024. At Holocaust Museum. VisitRSVP the required: Museum [email protected]. at 4760 TamiamiSpace Traillimited. North, Ste. 7 at Temple Judea vice, have a special guest Naples, Florida Sunday, April 15 - TBD (239) 433-0201 speaker, and sponsor the Kiddush. Join us on this On Sunday, November 19 at Temple very special day. Community Programs of Holocaust Relevance: Judea at 4:00 p.m, join HAZAK to see On Thursday, February 15, Sunday, November 5 - 2:30 p.m. Kristallnacht Commemoration the movie Stranger Among Us starring HAZAK will visit the Holocaust Mu- Needed to label L’Chayim At St. John the Evangelist Church Melanie Griffith. This movie was re- seum & Education Center of South- 625 111th Ave., Naples RSVP to [email protected]. Free of charge. scheduled from September 10 because west Florida in Naples. Car pools will join us for coffee, bagels and the simple satisfaction Tuesday, January 16 - 2 p.m. of bad weather. The film is about a de- be formed. that comes from meeting and making friends with Film “The Long Way Home” Special event for Jewish History Month in Florida tective assigned to a case of a missing Temple Judea’s active HAZAK other volunteers, as we help keep thousands of local At South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy., Naples person, Yaakov Klausman, who ulti- Chapter is a chartered member of the RSVP required at http://collierlibrary.org/programs readers informed about local, national and interna- Free of charge. mately finds herself in the middle of United Synagogue of Conservative Ju- tional Jewish news. a closely-knit community of Hasidic daism. Dues are a modest $5 per year Needed to label L’Chayim Sunday, April 8 - 10 a.m. Yom HaShoah Commemoration Jews. per person. Membership in the organi- Needed to label L’Chayim Temple Shalom join us for coffee, bagels and the simple satisfaction 4630 Pine Ridge Road, Naples The cost for snacks, soft drinks and zation is open to the community. Join Call 481.4449 ext. 3 to add your name to the No RSVP required. Free of charge. that comes from meeting and making friends with the movie is $3 for HAZAK members HAZAK and meet new friends. The phonejoin us list. for coffee,Each month bagels andwe thewill simple call to satisfaction confirm and $5 for guests and nonmembers. HAZAK Chapters are for singles or otherthat comesvolunteers, from asmeeting we help and keep making thousands friends of localwith The group will join for dinner after the couples. It’s an organization formed by readersthe mailing informed date about and local,you cannational let andus knowinterna- if youother are volunteers, available as towe help help labelkeep thousandsL’CHAYIM. of local movie at Sweet Tomatoes. Please call USCJ to enable members to meet and tionalreaders Jewish informed news. about local, national and interna- Shirley Schiffman at 239.395.0135 in socialize with each other. Our monthly order to sit with the group or for ad- programs vary in nature. For more in- tional Jewish news.Time: 9:30 A.M.

ditional information. formation, please contact Bunny Law- Call 481.4449 ext. 3 to add your name to the Monday, November 20, 2017 Save the dates: rence at 239.245.7708, Shirley Schiff- phoneCall 481.4449 list. Each ext. month 3 to weadd will your call name to confirm to the Saturday, December 30 is the annual man at 239.395.0135, or George or the mailingFriday date, Decemberand you can 22 let2017 us know if HAZAK Shabbat service at Temple Joyce Rosinger at 239.437.1566. phone list. Each month we will call to confirm youthe aremailing available date toand help you label can L let’CHAYIM. us know if you are available to help label L’CHAYIM. Time: 9:30 A.M.

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MondayFriday,, DecemberNovember 2220, 2017 2017 Friday, December 22 2017 L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 22 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties TEMPLE NEWS

to maintaining Temple Hurricane Irma left many families sic and education. We welcome Cantor TEMPLE BETH EL Beth El as a welcoming in Lee County in dire need of food and Bessman to our TBE family and look Fort Myers spiritual community, a water. The TBE Mitzvah Committee forward to working with him for many (239) 433-0018 center of learning, and reports that our High Holy Day food years to come. a home where lifelong drive raised $278 for the Harry Chapin The recently-formed Jewish Fran- www.templebethel.com relationships are created Food Bank, $769 for the Federation cophone discussion group will meet and nurtured. In the short food pantry, and $135 in Publix gift on Wednesday, November 15 at noon Hurricane Irma and the High Holy term, however, TBE has started a Go- cards. It took several people to deliver in the TBE library. All fluent French Days are in the rearview mirror. We’d FundMe account to raise the estimat- it all to the Federation, where it filled speakers, regardless of affiliation, are like to credit the people who made ed $50,000 needed for repairs to our a room. invited. Our informal conversations our Rosh Hashanah services possible. building. To support the repair effort, Our new cantor, Richard Bessman, cover a wide range of topics. For more Temple Beth El, damaged from the visit GoFundMe.com, type in TBE debuted at our Sukkot service on Octo- information, please call Rachelle Luna hurricane, was in need of a venue for FORTMYERS, and donate from there. ber 5 and to a wider audience at Shab- at 757.440.1734. Rosh Hashanah. Donations can also be made from Tem- bat services on October 6. Coming to Open to anyone who can donate, a Cypress Lake United Method- ple Beth El’s website, TempleBethEl. us from Madison, Wisconsin, Cantor blood drive will take place at TBE on ist Church extended their hands and com, by clicking on the Donations but- Bessman brings with him his beautiful Wednesday, November 29 from 4:00 to opened their hearts to us. Exemplify- ton on the home page. voice and a varied background in mu- 7:00 p.m. Our original plan, scuttled by ing Rabbi Harold Kushner’s statement, the hurricane, was a September blood “Religion is what you do,” CLUMC drive to support Hurricane Harvey vic- provided a warm welcome as well as tims. That seems quaint now in view of a spacious, beautiful venue. Rev. Tom Harvey, Irma, Maria, the earthquake in Shafer, Senior Pastor, and his staff ex- Mexico, and the mass shooting tragedy tended every possible kindness to TBE, in Las Vegas. including projecting an enormous Star Oneblood.org will park the Big of David behind Cantor Berkson and Red Bus in the TBE parking lot on Rabbi Luna during services. Greet- Nov. 29 so that we may do a mitzvah ers in the lobby assured us it was and help save lives. Donors will re- their privilege to serve us. We could ceive a OneBlood fleece blanket and not have asked for more sensitivity or a wellness checkup: blood pressure, thoughtfulness. temperature, iron count, pulse and A shout out to our musicians, Ran- cholesterol screening. Bring your ID dy Kashi, Carol Kann, Beth Bogen and on the day of the drive. Appointments Hal Eskin: playing in an unfamiliar are unnecessary, but if you prefer, ap- place, on unfamiliar instruments, was pointments can be made online at one- a challenge. blooddonor.org. Under “Where Can I TBE’s sustainability campaign, Donate?” click on the red “Find a Lo- Acherai - Follow Me, was underway cation” button. Scroll down and enter before Hurricane Irma. Our three-year sponsor code 38436. campaign will sustain our commitment Some of the items that were donated during Temple Beth El’s High Holy Day food drive Send updates and changes to the Directory below to [email protected].

TEMPLE BETH EL CHABAD OF CHARLOTTE COUNTY REFORM ORTHODOX 16225 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 204 E Mckenzie St Unit B, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Rabbi Nicole Luna Rabbi Simon Jacobson Email: [email protected] Phone: (941) 8333381 Temple educator: Dale Cohen, Ma.Ed., R.J.E Email: [email protected] Preschool director: Jesyca Virnig Web site: www.chabadofcharlottecounty.com President: Ellis Rabinowitz IN LEE & CHARLOTTE COUNTIES Services: Saturday at 10 a.m. followed by Phone: 4330018 • Fax: 4333235 a kiddush Web site: www.templebethel.com Torah study: Wednesday at 8 p.m. Shabbat services: 7:30 p.m. Friday; Torah study 9:00 a.m. Saturday; B’nai Mitzah 10:30 a.m. Saturday CHABAD LUBAVITCH Religious School: 9:30 a.m.noon Sunday COMMUNITY FREE SYNAGOGUE Hebrew School: 5:006:30 p.m Wednesday OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA REFORM ORTHODOX Judaica Gift Gallery 10868 Metro Parkway, South Fort Myers Affiliated: Union for Reform Judaism 5620 Winkler Road (The Southwest Florida Masonic Center) Fort Myers, FL 33919 P.O. Box 07144, Fort Myers, FL 33919 Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz TEMPLE BETH SHALOM Rabbi Bruce Diamond Phone: 4337708 • Fax: 4819109 REFORM ([email protected]) Email: [email protected] 702 S.E. 24th Ave., Cape Coral, FL 33990 Coordinator: Natalie Fulton Web site: www.chabadswf.org Rabbi Devora Buchen Adult Educator: Jessica Evers Services: Friday 5:15 p.m.; Saturday Kabbalah President: Arnie Schwartz Phone: (239) 4666671 class 9 a.m.; Shacharit 10 a.m.; Kiddush at noon Phone: 7724555 • Fax: 7724625 Email: [email protected] Minyan: Monday & Thursday 7:00 a.m. Email: [email protected] Web site: www.fortmyerssynagogue.com Web site: www.templebethshalomcc.org Community Sabbath eve dinner each Friday at 6:30 p.m. CHABAD JEWISH CENTER Services: 7:30 p.m. Friday OF CAPE CORAL Religious School: Thursday 4:00 6:30 p.m. Sabbath eve worship every Friday at 7:30 p.m. Light breakfast and Torah study with the rabbi ORTHODOX Torah study with Rabbi Buchen: Shabbat 10:30 a.m. 1716 Cape Coral Pkwy. W., Cape Coral, FL 33914 Organizations: Brotherhood, Sisterhood, every Saturday morning from 9:30 11:30 a.m. Rabbi Yossi Labkowski Family Service (1st Friday of the month at 7:30 p.m.) Phone: 9634770 TEMPLE JUDEA Email: [email protected] TEMPLE JUDEA BAT YAM TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS CONSERVATIVE Web site: www.chabadcape.com 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 Fort Myers REFORM Services: Friday Evening 7:30 p.m. Rabbi Marc Sack Meets at Sanibel Congregational Church Saturday morning 9:30 a.m. followed by (239) 433-0201 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island Email: [email protected] President: Jennifer Manekin Kiddush luncheon Rabbi Stephen L. Fuchs Sunday morning 8:00 a.m. www.tjswfl.org President: Alan Lessack Director of Congregational Learning: Elizabeth Singer MondayFriday morning 7:00 a.m. Phone: 2395790296 (OctApr) JLI Courses: Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. 7732518862 (MaySept) Preschool Director: Joann Goldman Adult Education has begun at Tem- Email: [email protected] [email protected] Weekly Torah Study: Tuesday evening 7:30 p.m. Cantor: Murray Simon Phone: 4330201 • Fax: 4333371 Hebrew School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.12:30 p.m. ple Judea with a variety of classes to Web site: www.batyam.org Email: [email protected] Jgirls: Tuesday 6:007:00 p.m. choose from for members and non- Web site: www.tjswfl.org Services: 7:30 p.m. Friday (NovApr) members. 7:00 p.m. Friday (MayOct) Services: 6:15 p.m. Friday and 9:30 a.m. COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Adult Education: Saturday Minyan: 9:00 a.m. Monday  Shalom Life Center On Monday evenings from 6:15 to Saturday, 9:00 11:30 a.m. (NovApr) Religious School: Sun. 9:30 a.m.noon; Lawrence Dermer, Spiritual Leader 2183433 7:30 p.m., Rabbi Marc Sack teaches an” Jewish Current Events: Saturday, 11:30 a.m. Wed. 4:306 p.m. • AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee): to 12:15 p.m. (NovApr) Early childhood education: Jacki Waksman (954) 6539053 Introduction to Judaism” class which Write: P.O. Box 84, Sanibel, FL 33957 Preschool, MF, ages 18 months5 years; • AJC (American Jewish Committee): includes an overview of Jewish prac- “Mommy & Me,” 12 months2 years Brian Lipton (941) 3654955 Affiliated: Union for Reform Judaism • AntiDefamation League: (561) 9882900 tice, thought and history. It is a prereq- Affiliated: United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism • B’Nai B’rith International: (941) 3024500 uisite for people who are considering TEMPLE SHALOM CHARLOTTE • Chevra Kadisha: conversion. Later that evening, from HARBOR AND THE GULF ISLANDS CHABAD OF BONITA SPRINGS/ Gene Sipe 8414615 REFORM • Generations of the Shoah SWFL: 9639347 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. Rabbi Sack teaches 23190 Utica Ave., P.O. Box 494675 ESTERO • Hadassah Collier/Lee Chapter: ORTHODOX Lynn Weiner 5981009 “The Ethical Life,” a class about Jew- Port Charlotte, FL 339494675 • Hadassah Sharon Chapter (Charlotte County): Rabbi Solomon Agin 24850 Old 41 Road, Suite 20 (in the Bernwood ish values in an age of choice. Centre) Odette Port (941) 5051409 President: Gary Wein • Hazak 55+ Chapter: Liz Singer, Director of Congrega- Phone: (941) 6252116 Bonita Springs, FL 341357024 Rabbi Mendy Greenberg Joyce Rosinger 4371566 tional Learning, takes an in-depth look Email: [email protected] • Humanistic Jewish Havurah: Web site: templeshalomfl.com Phone: 9496900 into the lives and choices of “Known Web site: www.JewishBonita.com Paula Creed 4958484 Services: 7:30 p.m. Friday • Israel Bonds: Regional Headquarters: (800) 6228017 and Lesser Know Women of the Bible” Religious school: Sunday 10 a.m. Services: Saturday at 10 a.m., followed by • Jewish Community Services: 4814449 Beginning Hebrew: Tuesday 4:15 5:15 p.m. a kiddush • Jewish National Fund: (727) 5365263 in her class from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Advanced Hebrew: Thursday 4:15 5:15 p.m. Memorial Tree Planting in Israel 18005428733 Monday evenings. Want to learn how Organizations: Sisterhood • Jewish War Veterans: to read Hebrew? Then Liz’s class from Affiliated: Union for Reform Judaism Post 400: Commander Harvey Charter 2463151 • Mikvah Bashka of Southwest Florida: 7:45 to 8:45 p.m., “Basic Hebrew Nechamie Minkowicz 8222784 Reading,” including letter and vowel • ORT Gulf Beaches Chapter Marina Berkovich 5661771 recognition and beginning phonetics, is the class for you. L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 TEMPLE NEWS Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 23

ish tale of possession by followed by a lively discussion of the C.F.S. is a charter member of the As- COMMUNITY FREE SYNAGOGUE an unrequited soul of a week’s Torah portion until 11:30 a.m., sociation of Reform Congregations. It Fort Myers bridegroom on his wed- when the Mourner’s Qaddish is recited. is led by Rabbi Bruce Diamond, D.D., th th (239) 466-6671 ding day set in today’s Now in its 20 year, the rabbi’s Torah who is celebrating the 40 anniversary Poland. Pack your din- Study sessions are a mainstay of local of his ordination at the Hebrew Union www.fortmyerssynagogue.com ner; admission and soft Jewish life. College-Jewish Institute of Religion in drinks are free. Celebrating its 13th year, The Com- Cincinnati. The Community Free Synagogue cel- The rabbi’s Community Free munity Free Synagogue, the area’s ebrated the capstone of an extraor- Synagogue 2-year Cantors’ Prepara- largest Jewish congregation, is a not- dinary High Holiday season during tion Course started in mid-October, for-profit open community religious Simhat Torah as recent Bnot Mitzvah but there is still room for last-minute resource, not a private membership- Charlotte Atkins and Abigayl Burnikel joiners. It includes in-depth prayer- based organization. All of its events chanted from the Torah. Charlotte was book Hebrew comprehension, the ele- and programs, including youth and honored as the Kallat HaTorah (Bride ments of Jewish weekday and holiday adult Jewish education, are open to all of the Torah) by reading the last sev- worship, the Bris, Wedding, Funeral and always free. eral lines of Deuteronomy, while Ab- and Stone Dedication rituals, music The purpose of The Community igayl received the distinction of being sight reading and professional voice Free Synagogue is “Study, Worship the Kallat Bereshit, reading the first coaching. Successful graduates will and Benevolent Acts” practiced tradi- verses of the Book of Genesis. “Hazaq be certified and consecrated by Rabbi tionally but with progressive values. Brukhah” to both fine young ladies! Diamond and appointed auxiliary can- The synagogue meets at the South- Rabbi Bruce Diamond will resume tors for service in the congregation. west Florida Masonic Center, 10868 Jessica and Chad Everett welcome Sukkot his popular “Jewish Customs and Prac- Email [email protected] or call Metro Parkway in South Fort Myers. with their son Coby tices” every Sunday in November from 239.466.6671 to join this class. 10:30 to noon in the Community Hall. Be sure to visit the synagogue’s It is a study session and discussion of website at www.fortmyerssynagogue. basic Jewish traditions and practices com for information about the C.F.S. contained in the Shulhan Arukh, the 10-day Israel Pilgrimage this coming authoritative source for Jewish obser- June. It’s the experience of a lifetime! vance, with a focus on traditions that Each Friday evening at 6:30 p.m., are especially applicable today. The The Community Free Synagogue classes are free and open to all. Bring a serves a traditional Sabbath dinner. It Sunday morning “nosh.” is free and reservations are never re- The public is invited the Commu- quired. At 7:30 p.m., the Sabbath is nity Free Synagogue’s next Brown Bag welcomed with prayer and song. A Movie Night at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, coffee hour follows worship.

November 9, featuring Demon, a re- Every Saturday morning at 9:30 Community Free Synagogue participants helped top off the Community Free sukkah telling of the classic “dybbuk” Jew- a.m., C.F.S. offers a light breakfast and then welcomed the Festival of Sukkot on Wednesday evening, October 4

bers from Temple Judea, opportunity for congregants to be with Yam founding member, and Hartley BAT YAM TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS Temple Beth El and Bat friends after the long day of serious in- Kleinberg, as their loss was mourned. Sanibel Yam to gather together trospection. With the traditional start of the Bat (773) 251-8862 with their rabbis in a safe With the consent of the Sanibel Yam “high season” on Friday evening, place to celebrate Shab- Congregational United Church of November 3 at 7:30 p.m., Bat Yam will www.batyam.org bat. Christ, Bat Yam congregants Jaye and experience Rabbi Fuchs, its new rabbi, The High Holy Days, Barry Solomon, Edina and Alan Les- with its new cantor, Cantor Murray Si- The massive destruction that was fore- always important, became a focal point sack, Barry Fulmer and Michael Hoch- mon. It should prove to be an exciting cast due to Hurricane Irma became and reason to gather with supportive schild transformed an existing arbor on and dynamic adventure for the congre- primarily a substantial wind event friends at Bat Yam. Services were well the church grounds into a sukkah and gation, visitors and guests. for Sanibel, Captiva and Fort Myers. attended. Rabbi Stephen Fuchs con- welcomed members of the church, in- Beginning Saturday morning at Those year-round congregants who ducted meaningful High Holy Days cluding Reverend John Danner and As- 9:00 a.m. on November 4, Adult Edu- stayed at home or went to a shelter all services with the assistance of Canto- sistant Pastor Debbie Kunkel, to join in cation programming will also com- have stories of the stress and anxiety rial Soloist Gregory Watson and pianist the service held in the sukkah on Octo- mence. The congregant segment of the experienced until electricity was avail- Abigail Allison. Kathy Zoss sang and ber 4. Rabbi Fuchs explained the his- mornings in November is about “Ju- able and they could ascertain the extent harmonized while Susie Kelly contrib- tory of the Sukkot celebration and the daism and the Fine Arts,” coordinated of damage to their home and neighbor- uted the beautiful music she produced function of the sukkah. A light repast by Peggy and Frank Siegel, followed hood. with her cello. followed that allowed members of the in December by the topic “Ghettoes in For those of us who are fortunate Tashlich, the afternoon of Rosh church and Bat Yam to sit together and Europe – Patterns of Political Resis- and able to help those in need, whether Hashanah, took place on the beach at talk while sharing a meal. tance,” led by Renee Sugar. in Houston, Puerto Rico, Florida or Las the Gulfside complex on Middle Gulf Rabbi and Vickie Fuchs did not All Bat Yam services and classes Vegas, it would be in keeping with tik- Drive and was followed by a luncheon leave Sanibel after the High Holy take place on the campus of the Sani- kun olam and tzedakah to consider a hosted by Michael and Elissa Samet. Days. Instead, Rabbi Fuchs promptly bel Congregational United Church of donation of money, goods or time. Yom Kippur ended with a delicious began to lead Friday evening Shabbat Christ located at 2050 Periwinkle Way, The excellent decision by the Jew- Break-the-Fast in Heron Hall that was services beginning at 7:30 p.m. for the where members of the community, ish Federation of Lee and Charlotte possible thanks to the expert planning month of October too. His presence guests and visitors are always welcome Counties to hold a joint Shabbat ser- of Esta Berger and Miriam Bailey. The and counsel were also timely for the to join with congregants. vice on September 15 allowed mem- communal meal was another important families of Ann Arnoff, who was a Bat

There’s a third op- tive new members and those visiting or email the synagogue office. TEMPLE JUDEA tion for a class on Mon- the synagogue. Regular scheduled events: Fort Myers day evenings from 6:15 Join Rabbi Sack at his monthly • Friday evening Shabbat services at (239) 433-0201 to 7:15 p.m. taught by Torah study session at noon the first 6:30 p.m. Rabbi Dr. Michael Scho- Thursday of each month, held at the • Saturday morning Shabbat servic- www.tjswfl.org rin, Gulf Coast Hospital offices of Myers and Brettholtz and es at 9:30 a.m. Chaplain. Rabbi Schorin Company. It is an hour of open discus- • Lunchtime Torah study with Rabbi Adult Education has begun at Tem- teaches “Judaism and the Law of At- sion of Torah and Judaism where all Sack the first Thursday of each ple Judea with a variety of classes to traction” – what it means to pray, how levels of background and all questions month—next Torah study is on choose from for members and non- we can live in simcha (joy) and what an are encouraged. Everyone is welcome November 2. members. amazing world this is. and there is no cost to attend. • Morning minyan every Monday at On Monday evenings from 6:15 to For more information or to reg- For more information about Tem- 9:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m., Rabbi Marc Sack teaches an” ister for any of the Monday evening ple Judea or upcoming programs, call Introduction to Judaism” class which classes, please contact Rabbi Sack at includes an overview of Jewish prac- 239.433.0201 or [email protected]. tice, thought and history. It is a prereq- Congregants continue to volunteer temple for more informa- uisite for people who are considering each month at Sally’s Café, a Salvation TEMPLE SHALOM tion at 941.625.2116. conversion. Later that evening, from Army-sponsored program to feed the Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands Veterans will be 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. Rabbi Sack teaches homeless and those in need. To volun- (941) 625-2116 honored at services on “The Ethical Life,” a class about Jew- teer, call the synagogue office. Volun- Friday, November 10 at ish values in an age of choice. teers are needed for Sunday evenings, www.templeshalomfl.com 7:30 p.m. Liz Singer, Director of Congrega- November 12 and 26. Just call the syn- “Lunch and Learn tional Learning, takes an in-depth look agogue office. The Bay Area Cantors Association re- with the Forward” will be held on into the lives and choices of “Known The congregation looks forward turns to Temple Shalom for a concert Tuesday, November 28 from 12:30 to and Lesser Know Women of the Bible” to the Bar Mitzvah of Eli Schumann of Jewish music on Sunday, November 2:00 p.m. Please call the temple to reg- in her class from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on on October 28 and the Bar Mitzvah of 5 at 4:00 p.m. The event is open to the ister, as the class is limited to 15 par- Monday evenings. Want to learn how Isaac Reynolds on December 1. community at no cost. ticipants. to read Hebrew? Then Liz’s class from A wine and cheese reception is Temple Shalom is offering an adult Temple Shalom will have an out- 7:45 to 8:45 p.m., “Basic Hebrew held every Friday evening from 5:30 program entitled “Introduction to Ju- door Chanukah celebration on Sunday, Reading,” including letter and vowel to 6:30 p.m. right before Shabbat ser- daism.” The class is held on Tuesday December 17 at 4:00 p.m. recognition and beginning phonetics, vices. It’s a great time for members to evenings and is part of the Ada Alpern A film festival is being planned. is the class for you. enjoy socializing and to greet prospec- Adult Jewish Institute. Please call the The dates will be announced shortly. L'CHAYIM NOVEMBER 2017 24 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties

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