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2 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin About the Cover—Artist Fred Croen

red is a Milwaukeean by birth, growing up on the F North Shore and attending Nicolet High School. After college and law school, he returned to Milwaukee in 1979 with his wife, Amy, to build a law practice and raise a family. They have two grown, married children, and a new grandson. Since closing his law practice in 2014, Fred has devoted significant time and energy to photography. Brise Soleil He began making photographs in high school. making photographs in college, Fred loves the technical aspects of He and his brother assembled a where he studied for a time with the equipment, and has learned darkroom in their basement. They Emmet Gowin, a widely-recognized the ins and outs of digital cameras used a rangefinder camera and professional artist and educator. and photo editing apps. “In my 35mm film. They loaded their Over the years, he has learned that photo practice, I am attracted to the own film canisters, processed the making photographs helps one see geometry of composition, strong exposed film, and printed images differently and better appreciate our lines, and repetition of forms. Some with an enlarger. Fred continued natural and built environments. of my favorite images include people I have met on the streets. I also love the travel photos I have made.” Retirement has also afforded Fred the freedom to work as a community volunteer in support of local nonprofits. Some of his favorite initiatives focus on reducing gun violence, promoting homeownership and sustainable neighborhoods, and teaching financial literacy to kids. In addition to providing financial support for these efforts and others, he has volunteered his photo skills to document program activities and events and create headshot photos for agency websites. He also serves as a member of the board of directors of the Milwaukee Art Museum Photography Council. “I know I have miles to go in refining my photography practice, but I’m loving the journey.” Cover photo: View of Lakefront as seen from the patio at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Mequon Spring

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BRIT MILAH PIDYON HABEN COMFIRMATION CHANUKAT HABAYIT DIVORCE SIMCHAT BAT BAR AND BAT MITZVAH MIKVAH MARRIAGE DEATH

BRIT MILAH (Covenant of circumcision) MIKVAH (Ritual bath) You shall be circumcised in the flesh of your foreskin; and it “Living” water (collected rain water piped into a pool) is used for puri- shall be a token of the covenant between Me and you. fication. During the days of the Temples in Jerusalem, there were many — Genesis 17:11 occasions when ritual purification was required in order to participate Male babies are circumcised on the eighth day, in the Temple services. Today, only women still are required under barring health problems, to symbolize the cove- Jewish law to immerse themselves at special times (before marriage, nant between God and the Jewish people. after childbirth, after the menstrual cycle). Immersion also is required by Jewish law before conversion. Many observant men immerse themselves before the Sabbath and holidays for spiritual reasons. SIMCHAT BAT (Rejoicing for a daughter) Traditionally, a daughter is named in the synagogue during the reading after her birth. Some people now CHANUKAT HABAYIT (Dedicating the home) develop their own ceremonies to welcome a new daughter. And these words, which I command these this day shall be upon thy heart ... and you shall write them upon the doorposts of your house and upon your gates.­— Deuteronomy: 6:6-9 PIDYON HABEN (Redemption of the Affixing mezuzot (decorative casings containing parchments with biblical first-born) inscriptions) to the doorposts of a new home is cause for celebration. Sanctify unto Me all the first-born, whatever opens Traditionally, this is done within 30 days of moving into a house or apart- the womb among the children of Israel, both of ment. Mezuzot are placed on the upper third of the doorpost, on the right man and of beast, it is Mine. — Exodus 13:2 side as one enters. The ceremony is followed by refreshments and rejoicing. Redemption of the first-born son (if he is the family’s first child) takes place 30 days after birth. In ancient Israel, the first-born were dedicated to serve God MARRIAGE in the Temple. To redeem them, five shekels were And the Lord said: “It is not good that the man should be alone, paid to the (priest) to serve in the boys’ stead. I shall make him a helpmate for him.”— Genesis 2:18 Today, the kohen is given five silver dollars, which One of the first blessings every parent bestows upon a child is that he or are donated to charity, and a festive meal follows. she reach the marriage canopy. This wedding consists of several parts. The main elements are kiddush erusin (sanctification of betrothal); the betrothal blessing; presentation of the ring; reading of the ketubah (marriage BAR AND BAT MITZVAH contract) and its presentation to the bride; recitation of the seven marriage The ceremony to honor the coming of age of blessings; drinking of wine to sanctify the marriage and breaking of the males originated in the Middle Ages. There is glass to remember the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem even amidst no source for this celebration in the Torah. the joy of the occasion. Traditional weddings are preceded by the bedeken, In traditional settings, this is the first time that a young in which the groom places the veil over the bride’s head after making man is called to bless the Torah. The 13-year-old thus certain that he is getting the correct bride. This custom stems from the becomes responsible for the mitzvot (commandments) patriarch Jacob, who was fooled into marrying his intended bride’s sister. of praying three times a day, participating in a minyan (prayer quorum) and putting on tefillin every morning. DIVORCE Over the past 50 years, girls have embraced the oppor- Judaism recognizes that every marriage is not a success and allows for divorce. tunity to celebrate a Jewish coming of age at 12 or 13. Financial provisions are made in the ketubah (marriage contract). Under In egalitarian settings, girls celebrate through saying Jewish law, a get (religious divorce) is required in addition to a civil divorce. blessings before and after the Torah reading, counting in Although both parties must agree to the get, no grounds are required. The a prayer quorum, and observing Jewish commandments. beit din (religious court) prepares the get and handles the documents. Non-traditional ceremonies have emerged within the last 50 years for young women (ages 12 or 13) and adults past traditional bar/bat mitzvah age. DEATH Jewish tradition recognizes death as the completion of life. Burial takes place as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours. Traditionally, the body is CONFIRMATION washed by members of a chevra kadisha (burial society) and dressed in white A ceremony held in Reform and Conservative syna- garments, so that everyone goes to the grave equally. Preserving the body gogues, usually during the observance of Shavuot, through embalming is prohibited by Jewish law, as are metal caskets, which to celebrate the Jewish commitment of the congre- preserve the remains. Judaism has a formalized mourning procedure with gation’s 10th or 11th graders. The students usually seven days of intense mourning (shiva) followed by 30 days of semi-mourn- have completed post-bar/bat mitzvah Jewish study. ing (shloshim). After a parent’s death, semi-mourning continues for a year.

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 5 Holidays ATZERET YOM HAATZMAUT ROSH HASHANAH SIMCHAT TORAH PESACH LAG B’OMER CHANUKAH YOM HASHOAH SHAVUOT SUKKOT TU B’SHEVAT YOM HAZIKARON TISHA B’AV

SHABBAT In the diaspora, Shemini Atzeret is a separate holiday that signals (Sabbath) the end of Sukkot. In Israel, the holiday is celebrated on Simchat Torah. The prayer for rain is said, ending the dry season in Israel. And God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it. — Genesis: 2:3 The Sabbath, a day of rest, worship and study, begins 20 minutes before sundown Friday night and ends at night- fall on Saturday, when three stars can be seen in the sky. SIMCHAT TORAH (Rejoicing for the Torah) A 23 Tishrei … and on the eighth day, there shall be a holy ROSH HASHANAH convocation for you. — Leviticus 23:34 (Jewish New Year) A 1-2 Tishrei The annual cycle of reading the Torah (Five Books of Moses) aloud in the synagogue is completed, and a new cycle And on the seventh month, on the first day of the month, begins. The holiday is celebrated with dance and song. you shall have a holy convocation. — Numbers 29:1 The beginning of the Jewish calendar year, Rosh HaShanah begins the Ten Days of Awe, a period of repentance and prayer that concludes on Yom Kippur. Traditions include CHANUKAH dipping apples in honey to symbolize a sweet year and using (Festival of Lights) A 25 Kislev-2 Tevet round loaves of challah to symbolize the cycle of life. A minor festival not derived from the Torah, Chanukah cele- brates the victory of the Jews over the Seleucid Greek/ Hellenists, the regaining of Jerusalem and rededication of the Holy Temple. YOM KIPPUR According to tradition, the miracle of Chanukah stems (Day of Atonement) A 10 Tishrei from the one cruse of consecrated oil that was discovered And on the 10th day of the seventh month... you in the Temple, which burned for eight days until more shall afflict your souls. — Numbers 29:7 pure oil could be made. Foods fried in oil, such as latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiot (jelly donuts), are eaten. On this holiest of holidays, Jews everywhere fast and pray for forgiveness for their sins. The sounding of the shofar (ram’s horn) signals the end of the holiday. TU B’SHEVAT (New Year for Trees) A 15 Shevat SUKKOT To celebrate the coming of spring to Israel, some people eat fruits that are newly in season as part (Festival of Booths) A 15-21 Tishrei of a festive meal featuring many new fruits. On the 15th day of the seventh month is the feast of Tabernades for seven days. — Leviticus 23:34 On this first of the three pilgrimage holidays, farmers in ancient Israel traveled to the Temple PURIM in Jerusalem with the fruits of their harvest. (Lots) A 14 Adar Today, Jews erect sukkot (booths) modeled after the The Book of Esther is read in the synagogue on this make-shift huts their ancestors lived in during the 40 years holiday, which is also of the post-Torah period. Celebrants wandering in Sinai. For the week of the holiday, meals are eaten dress in costume and make merry. Purim celebrates in the sukkah, and some Jews sleep in the Sukkah as well. the rescue of the Jews in ancient Persia on a day that, according to tradition, was determined by lot. Families send gifts of food to one another and donate to charity. Traditional foods include hamantaschen SHEMINI ATZERET (triangular cookies filled with fruit or poppy A (Eighth Day of Assembly) 22 Tishrei seeds). A festival meal is eaten before sunset. On the eighth day, you shall have a solemn assembly. — Numbers 29:35

6 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin Holidays

PESACH LAG B’OMER (Passover) A 15-22 Nissan (33rd day during the counting Seven days shall there be no leaven found in your houses; for of the Omer) A 18 Iyar whosoever eats that which is leavened, that soul shall be cut Lag B’Omer is a break in the weeks of semi-mourn- off from the congregation of Israel. — Exodus 12:19 ing between Pesach and Shavuot. Traditionally, The eight-day festival (seven days in Israel) commemorates the Jewish it commemorates a halt in a plague that afflicted exodus from Egypt. On the first two nights, families gather for a seder, Rabbi Akiva’s students in ancient Israel. The holi- a ritual meal focused on the reading of the Hagaddah, an account of the day is celebrated with picnics and bonfires. exodus. Matzah (unleavened bread) is eaten throughout the holiday.

SHAVUOT YOM HASHOAH (Festival of Weeks) A 6-7 Sivan (Holocaust Remembrance Day) A 27 Nissan And the Lord said unto Moses: “Lo I come unto On this day, Jews commemorate the victims of, thee in a cloud that the people may hear when and the resistance to, the German Nazi genocide I speak with thee.” — Exodus 34:22 of European Jewry during World War II. The anniversary of receiving the Torah on Mt. Sinai falls seven weeks after Passover. One of the three pilgrimage festivals, it celebrates the end of the spring harvest. The holiday’s customs include decorating YOM HAZIKARON A the home and synagogue with flowers, eating dairy (Israel’s Memorial Day) 3 Iyar products and staying up the entire night studying. Jews around the world remember those who gave their lives for the achievement of Israel’s independence and its continued existence. TISHA B’AV (Ninth Day of Av) YOM HAATZMAUT Tisha B’Av is a day of fasting and mourning for the A (Israel Independence Day) 4 Iyar Holy Temples in Jerusalem, both of which were Celebrating the birth of the State of Israel in 1948, destroyed on this day. The book of Lamentations Jews around the world hold parades and picnics. is read. Traditionally, no leather shoes are worn.

Looking for a home for the holidays? visit MilwaukeeJewish.org Rosh HaShanah Chanukah Yom HaZikaron Rosh HaShanah Sept . 10-11, 2018 Dec . 3-10, 2018 May 8, 2019 Sept . 3–Oct . 1, 2019

Yom Kippur Tu B’Shevat Yom HaAtzmaut Yom Kippur Sept . 19, 2018 Jan . 21, 2019 May 9, 2019 Oct . 9, 2019

Sukkot Purim Lag B’Omer Sukkot Sept . 24–25, 2018 March 21, 2019 May 23, 2019 Oct . 14–15, 2019

Shemini Atzeret Pesach Shavuot Shemini Atzeret Oct . 1, 2018 April 20–27, 2019 June 9-10, 2019 Oct . 21, 2019

Simchat Torah Yom HaShoah Tisha B’Av Simchat Torah Oct . 2, 2018 May 2, 2019 August 11, 2019 Oct . 22, 2019

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B’NAI B’RITH BEBER CAMP Summer address: 12850 N . Oriole Ln . Winter address: 4930 Oakton St ,. Suite 405 Mequon, WI 53097 Skokie, IL 60077 (414) 228-8000 ext . 201 (847) 677-7130 • Fax: (847) 677-7132 Avremi@ChabadWI .org Summer address: CGIMilwaukee.com W 1741 Hwy J Director: Rabbi Avremi Schapiro Mukwonago, WI 53149 Since 1970, CGI has provided thousands of children (262) 363-6800 • Fax: (262) 363-6804 from all backgrounds and financial status with an Info@BeberCamp .com engaging summer experience – offering a wide array BeberCamp.com of activities including sports, nature programming, the arts, swimming, Judaica, and over 15 field trips. Director: Stefan Teodosic B’nai B’rith Beber Camp has created life changing CGI is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. summers for Jewish children for more than 35 years. Beber Camp is a residential, co-ed camp nestled in Camp Gan Israel – Waukesha the rolling hills of Mukwonago, Wis., only 45 minutes 1222 East Broadway southwest of Milwaukee. Our private campsite, located Waukesha, WI 53186 on 380 acres with shoreline on beautiful Lake Beulah, (262) 563-9770 allows us to offer more than 90 daily activities for Fraidy@JewishWaukesha .com campers ages 7-17. B’nai B’rith Beber Camp is fully accredited by the American Camp Association. JewishWaukesha.com/CGI Director: Fraidy Brook CGI provides children from all backgrounds and CAMP CHI financial status with an engaging summer experi- Winter address: ence — offering a wide array of activities including 300 Revere Dr . sports, nature programming, the arts, swimming, Northbrook, IL 60062 Judaica, and lots of field trips. It is much more than (847) 763-3551 • Fax: (847) 763-3680 a break from the school routine. It is a compre- hensive program, designed to strengthen body and Summer address: P O. . Box 104 soul. Rich, wholesome summer fun and excite- Lake Delton, WI 53940 ment, in a warm and spirited atmosphere. (847) 763-3551 • Fax: (847) 763-3680 CGI is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Info@CampChi .com CampChi.com Discoverer’s Division Director: Brad Finkel Director: B . Devorah Shmotkin There is no better camp for first-time campers than Camp 6401 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Chi. Girls and boys ages 9-16 make life-long friend- Milwaukee, WI 53217 ships and form lasting memories under the leadership (414) 962-2444 • Fax: (414) 967-8384 of nurturing counselors. Campers participate in over Devorah@JewishBeginnings .org 40 activities, including waterskiing, horseback riding, JewishBeginnings.org high ropes, rock climbing, arts, sports, radio, sailing The outdoors becomes the classroom where and more. Our beautiful wooded property includes two Jewish Beginnings Lubavitch Preschool moves to heated pools, air-conditioned gym, equesterian center during the summer. Children ages 6 weeks to 4 and private lake. A home away from home for 95 years. years experience exploration with no boundaries. They enjoy water play options and explore weekly summer themes, including sports, natural sciences LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN and the arts. Our butterfly, vegetable and flower Camp Gan Israel gardens require helping hands all summer long, Winter address: and at day’s end children may be found handing 8825 N . Lake Dr . out lemonade from their own lemonade stand. Bayside, WI 53217 Discoverer’s Division is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

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CAMP MOSHAVA OF WILD ROSE, WI Jewish Federation of Madison’s day camp serving over 1,000 children each summer. Camp Shalom’s Jewish Winter address: 3740 W . Dempster St . environment is welcoming to all elementary and middle Skokie, IL 60076 school-age children and provides a safe, nurturing and fun (847) 674-9733 • Fax: (847) 674-9736 experience. Camp Shalom offers winter and spring break programming for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade. Summer address: W8256 County Rd . P Wild Rose, WI 54984 CAMP SHALOM KATAN Moshava@MoshavaWildRose .org at Hilde L. Mosse Gan HaYeled Preschool MoshavaWildRose.org 6434 Enterprise Lane Director: David Pelzner Madison, WI 53719 Camp Moshava of Wild Rose, Wis., is a co-ed, reli- (608) 442-4075 gious Zionist overnight camp for campers entering Gan@JewishMadison org. 4th-12th grades. Affiliated with the Bnei Akiva JewishMadison.org youth movement, Moshava is shomer Shabbat and Jewish Federation of Madison’s summer camp for chil- glatt kosher, and offers sports, swimming, boat- dren 18 months through 4 years old. Ten unique one ing, arts and crafts, zip line, hikes, overnights, color week sessions, jam packed with fun filled activities war, special trips and four magical Shabbatot. building on a theme, are offered over the summer.

CAMP RAMAH IN WISCONSIN CAMP YOUNG JUDAEA-MIDWEST Winter address: Winter office: 65 E . Wacker Pl ., Suite 1200 60 Revere Dr ,. Suite 800 Chicago, IL 60601 Northbrook, IL 60062 (312) 606-9316 ext . 221 • Fax: (312) 606-7136 (224) 235-4665 • Fax: (847) 789-7197 Summer address: Summer office: 3390 Ramah Circle E989 Stratton Lake Rd . Conover, WI 54519 Waupaca, WI 54981 (715) 479-4400 (715) 258-2288 • Fax: (847) 789-7197 Registrar@RamahWisconsin .com Info@CYJMid .org RamahWisconsin.com CYJMid.org This co-ed overnight camp offers 12-day sessions for 4th Director: Robin Anderson graders, 4-week sessions for 5th and 6th graders, and eight- week sessions for 7th – 11th graders. Activities include Camp Young Judaea Midwest, located on Lake Stratton swimming, sailing, music, dance, crafts, archery and a in Waupaca, Wis., is a co-ed, overnight environment high ropes course, all integrated with Jewish values and for campers of all Jewish backgrounds in grades two observances. Meals are kosher and Shabbat is observed. through nine. Since 1969 our campers have developed lifelong friendships and a connection to Israel. During also offers the Tikvah Program for the summer, we offer a wide range of activities including Jewish teens with special needs. 4-week and 8-week archery, arts & crafts, biking, digital media, kayaking, programs provide recreational, educational and social ropes course, tubing, water skiing, and more! Meals are experiences within a traditional camp setting. kosher and Shabbat is observed. Shorter sessions are available for first-time overnight campers. First-time campers may be eligible for up to $1,000 off tuition. CAMP SHALOM AND CAMP SHALOM NOAR-BOGRIM Located at the Irwin A. & Robert D. COA YOUTH & FAMILY CENTERS Goodman Jewish Community Campus – CAMP HELEN BRACHMAN 7762 County Route PD Year-Round Camp & Retreat Center: Verona, WI 53593 9341 Asbury Dr . (608) 848-1822 Almond, WI 54909 Shalom Director@JewishMadison .org (715) 366-2234 JewishMadison.org

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Milwaukee Office: COA Youth & Family Albert & Ann Deshur Centers Rainbow Day Camp 909 E . North Ave . Winter address: Milwaukee, WI 53212 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . (414) 263-8383 • Fax: (414) 263-8386 Milwaukee, WI 53217 COA-yfc.org (414) 967-8289 Created by women in the Jewish community of Summer Address: Milwaukee in 1906, for 111 years COA Youth & 3985 Trails End Rd . Family Centers has provided low-income fami- Fredonia, WI 53021 lies the opportunity to experience the outdoors. (920) 994-4614 At COA’s Camp Helen Brachman, located on 206 JCCMilwaukee.org acres in Almond, Wis., Camp Helen Brachman offers three 13-day summer sessions for youth ages Director: Lenny Kass, LKass@JCCMilwaukee .org 8-15; one 6-day summer session; Winter Camp; Located on 110-acres in Fredonia with bus stops Family Camp sessions; and 4-day Youth Leader- throughout the North Shore, JCC Rainbow Day ship Institutes for teens. COA also offers 2 in-city Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for Goldin Summer Day Camps, nationally-accredited campers entering K5 – 9th grade. We believe every childcare, daily parental involvement and daily child should have a summer of play - a place to be a youth development programming in Milwaukee. kid, make lasting friendships, explore new skills, be healthy, learn values, discover their Jewish identity, and be with counselors full of life and love. HABONIM-DROR CAMP TAVOR Winter address: Gan Ami Summer Session 4444 Second Ave . Karl Jewish Community Campus: Detroit, MI 48201 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . (269) 215-1399 Milwaukee, WI 53217 Summer address: Site Director: Heather Spencer 59884 Arthur L . Jones Rd . (414) 967-8189 • HSpencer@JCCMilwaukee .org Three Rivers, MI 49093 Linda and Fred Wein Center for Gan Ami-Mequon: Info@CampTavor .org 10813 N . Port Washington Rd . CampTavor.org Mequon, WI 53092 Executive Director: Amit Weitzer Site Director: Karen Faust (262) 242-9871 • KFaust@JCCMilwaukee .org In kibbutz-style cooperative living, campers culti- vate self-confidence, friendships and a strong All children are welcome to experience the magic of a sense of Jewish community. We play, work, Gan Ami learning journey through our summer sessions, debate, laugh, and learn with a focus on social available for any interested two, three or four year old justice, inclusion, environmental stewardship, child. Experience an inclusive Jewish environment, and a connection to Israel. Located in Three where human values come to life as children support one Rivers, Michigan, Camp Tavor offers enriching another and the community through social service proj- 1-7 week programs for 3rd-10th grade campers.

HARRY & ROSE SAMSON FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER CAMPS State Senator 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Alberta Darling Milwaukee, WI 53217 (414) 964-4444 8th Sentate District JCCMilwaukee.org 608-266-5830 The Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community [email protected] Center has a full range of camping programs for children. Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC is a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 13 Camps ects. Children entering K4 will experience Shabbat Swim Our camp is located on 120 acres on the shores of crystal and Sing at the JCC Water Park in Mequon, weekly field clear Devils Lake in Webster, Wisconsin. Herzl Camp is a trips to area parks, farms, and special local attractions, traditional camp experience where campers escape from and a weekly adventure to JCC Rainbow Day Camp. technology to spend lots of time outdoors, exploring nature, trying new sports and activities while building JCC Day Camps friendships and self-confidence. We are an independent, 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . non-profit, transdenominational camp and, for over 65 Milwaukee, WI 53217 years, Herzl has been the place for kids to go for summers full of ruach (spirit), Shabbat and friendship. A summer Director: Jess Lanke at Herzl builds independence and self-reliance as well (414) 967-8194 • JLanke@JCCMilwaukee .org as Jewish identity and friendships that last a lifetime. Summer at the JCC allows campers time to connect with Activities include sports, music, swimming, boating, childhood and expand their horizons. Specialty day camps rock climbing, Ultimate Frisbee, drama, dance, Israeli are offered at the JCC in Whitefish Bay providing oppor- culture, organic gardening, wilderness skills, archery, tunities for campers in K5 – 8th grade to connect with photography and biking. Counselors and specialists are sports, S.T.E.M., and the arts. We create space to build selected for their skill, maturity, knowledge and natu- community when all of the specialty camps gather together ral connection with children. Most are Herzl Camp for morning assembly and Friday Shabbat celebration. alumni. 1:3 staff-to-camper ratio. One- through six-week sessions. Entering grades 3-11. ACA accredited. Steve and Shari Sadek Family Explore our website to learn more and then Camp Interlaken JCC call us to discuss your child’s interests. We Winter address: look forward to getting to know you! 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Milwaukee, WI 53217 (414) 967-8240 MEQUON JEWISH PRESCHOOL Summer address: SUMMER CAMP 7050 Old Hwy 70 11112 N . Crown Ct . Eagle River, WI 54521 Mequon, WI 53092 (715) 479-8030 (262) 242-KIDS (5437) CampInterlaken.org OfficeMJP@gmail .com Director: Toni Davison Levenberg, MequonJewishPreschool.org TDavison@JCCMilwaukee .org Director: Rivkie Spalter Located on 106 magnificent acres near Eagle River, in the President: Rachael Marks breathtaking North Woods; the Steve and Shari Sadek Infants through age 5. Flexible hours with Family Camp Interlaken offers a complete residential options from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. 8 weeks; June camping experience for Jewish children grades 3 through 18 through August 10 (no school on July 4) 12 from around the world. Our program gives campers the opportunity to develop their own skills, build self esteem, Judaic values are the heart of all our summer and learn Jewish values within. Children learn the life skills experiences, and are the thread that connects important to being a member of a kehillah (community). us to one another and to each experience. Camp at MJP Based on the idea that children have a hundred languages, HERZL CAMP we are prepared for a challenging, explorative, and fun Webster, Wisconsin summer. We offer children an opportunity to engage in Winter Address: both outdoor and indoor experiences and explorations, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd . South while each child finds a place for his or her interests: Minneapolis, MN 55416 Our focus is on how we spend our summer days: (952) 927-4002 Art, Dance, and Music Info@HerzlCamp .org Summer is the perfect natural landscape HerzlCamp.org for expressive languages. Herzl Camp is a warm, welcoming Jewish community Organic Gardening — big enough to offer a variety of activities but All gardening preparations: soil, seedlings, harvest- small enough for everyone to know one another. ing, and cooking with the food we grow.

14 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin We provide: Camps • A safe environment. • Nutritious foods while teaching how to make good food choices. Cooking • Developmentally appropriate Children will prepare delicious and nutritious activities geared to each child. dishes to share and enjoy with their friends. • Daily communication about Sports each child. Caring for Children Children develop skills and learn sports, such Glendale: 6 wks-6 yrs as basketball, hockey, T-ball and more. Since 1989 575 W. River Woods Pkwy. 414-961-1482 Water Activities Fox Point: 6 wks–7 yrs Milwaukee: 6 wks-6 yrs Children experience water through an array of 8647 N. Pt. Washington Rd. 2330 N. Prospect Ave. creative water toys, games, and wading pools. 414-352-6115 414-220-8494 Mequon Jewish Preschool is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. www.thenurturingnook.com

ONE HAPPY CAMPER 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 390-5733 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 Mark J. kortebein, D.D.S. MilwaukeeJewish.org alan a. kiMMel, D.D.S. Contact: Anna Goldstein, Peter l. Wagner, D.D.S. AnnaG@MilwaukeeJewish org. Bel Mar Office center 1053510535 n.n. PPtt.. WWashingtOnashingtOn rd., MMequOnequOn,, WiWi 5309253092 One Happy Camper is a need-blind grant opportunity (262) 241-0900 of up to $1,000 for families that are considering Jewish overnight camp for the first time. In order to be eligible, seeger WWestest MMedicaledical B Bldgldg. . gguardianuardian c creditredit uuniOnniOn BBldgldg. families must live in the greater Milwaukee area and the 20611 WWatertOWnatertOWn rOad rOad 78017801 s. s. h hOWellOWell aavenuevenue OOakak c creekreek,, WiWi 5315453154 camper must attend public school (day school families Waukesha,, WiWi 53186 53186 (262) 798-0800798-0800 (414)(414) 764-2880764-2880 are not eligible). There are over 155 camps to choose from, including camps specializing in sports, arts, science, outdoor adventures, waterfront, and special needs. One Happy Camper can help you and your first-time overnight camper every step of the way towards a summer of fun. One Happy Camper is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation and the Foundation for Jewish Camp.

URJ OLIN-SANG-RUBY UNION INSTITUTE Business Office: 1121 Lake Cook Rd ., Suite D Deerfield, IL 60015 (847) 509-0990 Summer Address: 600 Lac La Belle Dr . MOVING MILWAUKEEANS AND WISCONSINITES FORWARD Oconomowoc, WI 53066 (262) 567-6277 • OSRUI@urj .org SINCE 1975 OSRUI.org Home • Business Director: Solly Kane LOCAL / LONG DISTANCE / PACKING / HEATED STORAGE / OSRUI is the Reform movement’s camp in Wisconsin BOXES & PACKING SUPPLIES for campers in grades 2-12. We combine creative and innovative Jewish experiences with all the fun of summer One Item – Thousands of Items camp — swimming, sports, drama, dance, archery, visual arts, horseback riding, photography, campfires, 414-263-6402 • 3210 N. Pierce Street high ropes and low ropes, boating, biking, adventure Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212 camping and most importantly, lifelong friendships. www.herniamovers.com

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Rabbi Avremel Matusof Director: A Adult Education We are the premier Jewish adult education provider in Madison, Wis. We offer three courses per year on an array of topics including Jewish ethics, Jewish THE GLENDALE NIGHT KOLLEL mysticism and philosophy, Jewish history and at Ohr Hatorah culture, and Jewish belief and practice. JLI’s courses 7020 N . Green Bay Ave . are accredited for continuing legal and medical Glendale, WI 53209 education and all courses offer CEU credits. (414) 228-8930 Our mission is to make Jewish learning accessible and TheJewishGift@yahoo .com personally meaningful to every Jew, regardless of back- TorahInMilwaukee.com ground or affiliation. JLI’s insightful curricula utilizes cutting-edge pedagogic techniques, embracing the multi- Contact: Rabbi Akiva Freilich ple intelligence model and utilizing multimedia and an Opportunity for inspiring study for Jews of all array of approaches to engage, educate, and inspire all backgrounds and levels of learning. Classes, small kinds of minds in a dynamic Jewish learning experience. group study and chevrusah study are during week- day evenings. Call for times and schedule. Mequon Torah Center 2233 W . Mequon Rd . Mequon, WI 53092 IVRIT KALLAH & CAFE IVRIT (262) 242-2235, ext . 204 (608) 442-4072 Israel@JewishMadison .org Director: Rabbi Moshe Rapoport JewishMadison.org Dedicated to providing adult education services to Jews The Jewish Federation of Madison’s Hebrew for Adults in the Mequon area, the goal of Mequon Torah Center is program led by our Community Shlichim. Learn Hebrew to provide a venue for all Jews to connect with the beauty in a class setting or work on improving conversation skills of the Torah, and its relevance today. We encourage in an informal group with native Hebrew speakers. Torah learning by coordinating public lectures, classes, one-on-one study partners and workshops in a wide range of topics, from beginner to advanced levels. Classes LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN are also held in the comfort of one’s home or office. Beis Hamidrash/ Institute for Jewish Literacy MILWAUKEE KOLLEL- 6789 N . Green Bay Ave . CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDIES Glendale, WI 53209 5007 W . Keefe Ave . (414) 961-6100 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 Milwaukee, WI 53216 AdultEd@ChabadWI .org Study: (414) 873-4398 ChabadWI.org Office: (414) 447-7999 • Fax: (414) 447-7915 Director: Rabbi Mendel Shmotkin Dean/Rosh HaKollel: Rabbi Mendel Senderovic Beis Hamidrash – Lubavitch Adult Education – offers a The Milwaukee Kollel is a source for Jewish knowledge wide variety of learning opportunities: scheduled group and growth. It seeks to provide a stepping stone for classes throughout the city, individual classes at home Jews of all ages who want to discover the beauty and and places of business, all to accommodate the needs meaning of Jewish life and learning. The Kollel provides of individuals and families from all backgrounds. a wide array of educational and experiential activities Classes cover the entire spectrum of Torah and throughout the Milwaukee area. Whether at our center, Jewish knowledge – weekly Torah texts, insights to a business board room or a private home, the Kollel its intellectual and mystical meanings, Jewish history, strives to build an inspired Jewish community. Hebrew, lifecycle, , and Jewish philosophy.

JLI – Jewish Learning Institute Madison MOSSE/WEINSTEIN CENTER 1722 Regent St . FOR JEWISH STUDIES Madison, WI 53726 4223 Mosse Humanities Building (608) 535-9770 455 N . Park St . Madison, WI 53706 ChabadOfMadison.com

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BADER HILLEL ACADEMY 6401 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Milwaukee, WI 53217 (414) 962-9545 • Fax: (414) 967-8373 a premiere outdoor gear boutique TheAcademyWI.org Principal: B . Devorah Shmotkin, DShmotkin@TheAcademyWI .org UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON Assistant Principal: Ryan Miller MOSSE/WEINSTEIN CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDIES Bader Hillel Academy offers K5-8th grade students the tools to thrive. Combining science, math and The Mosse/Weinstein Center for literacy with the solid underpinnings of Torah, Jewish Studies offers students and students build a strong Jewish identity, connec- scholars a vibrant, interdisciplinary tion to their heritage and love for Israel. approach to the study of Jewish civilization and a thriving intellectual In a warm, welcoming environment, children and cultural community at one of the from diverse backgrounds form lasting friend- best public universities in the world. ships. The school’s competitive curriculum posi- tions students for leadership in high schools, •2 5 exceptional faculty yeshivas, colleges and 21st century life. specializing in Jewish history, languages, literature, social Bader Hillel Academy is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin sciences, and the arts and a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. 4223 Mosse Humanities •BA and undergraduate certificate Building programs in Jewish Studies 455 N. Park Street Madison, •Over $30,000 in graduate and IVRIT B’KEF WI 53706 undergraduate scholarships offered annually (608) 442-4072 608-265-4763 • Home to the Conney Project [email protected] Israel@JewishMadison .org on Jewish Arts and Greenfield JewishMadison.org Summer Institute The Jewish Federation of Madison’s Hebrew After- School program for kindergarten through 2nd Learn more at grade children taught by our Community Shlichim. jewishstudies.wisc.edu Offering a fun adventure through the Hebrew language exploring the letters of the Aleph Bet and developing reading and writing skills through structured lessons, arts and crafts, and movement.

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MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY that transform students into mensches, problem solvers, SCHOOL (MJDS) critical thinkers and leaders. At MJDS, we provide personalized, focused attention to meet each child 6401 N . Santa Monica Blvd . where she/he is at educationally, and every family where Milwaukee, WI 53217 they are at financially. Learn more at www.mjds.org. General: (414) 967-8307 Admissions: (414) 967-8315 MJDS is a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. MJDS.org Head of School: Aaron Lippman, YESHIVA ELEMENTARY ALippman@MJDS .org SCHOOL (YES) Director of Admissions, Outreach 5115 W . Keefe Ave . and Alumni Relations: Michal Deskalo Milwaukee, WI 53216 President: Jason Gottlieb (414) 871-9376 • Fax: (414) 871-9151 Milwaukee Jewish Day School is a vibrant, pluralistic YESMilwaukee.org learning community focused on our core values of Principal: Rabbi Dovid Kossowsky wonder, empathy and Tikkun Olam. We inspire our students to own their learning and live their Judaism Director of General Studies: Mrs . Amy Joannes in a meaningful way through a Jewish journey starting Director of Development: Rabbi Aryeh Borsuk in junior kindergarten and culminating in eighth President: Rabbi Yosef Schlussel grade. Our children enrich their Jewish identity as they respectfully explore, debate and embrace Jewish life and YES helps young people say YES! to their future. secular learning. Our Jewish values are intertwined in a Accredited through AdvancED, YES’s curriculum blends multidisciplinary curriculum extending beyond common an innovative General Studies program with the deep core standards and the classroom into real-life experiences wisdom of the Torah and a love for Israel. Girls and boys at YES learn to draw upon the strength of Jewish charac- ter and values to be strong contributors to our society. ANYTHING YOU CARE TO WEAR, YES’s award-winning building serves approximately WE SERVICE, ALTER AND REPAIR! 215 students. The K-4 through 8th grade program attracts students from across Milwaukee. OCLOTHING OZIPPERS YES is a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. OJEWELRY OWATCHES OLUGGAGE OSHOES OLEATHER GOODS A Preschools Family Owned Since 1989 CHAI TOTS PRESCHOOL–MADISON 1722 Regent St . Glendale 5464 N. Pt. Washington 414-332-0600 Madison, WI 53726 Mon-Fri 9-6 www.abasemar.com (608) 231-3450 Info@ChabadOfMadison com. ChabadMadison.com/preschool Director: Mushkie Matusof Chai Tots Preschool is a creative, Reggio-inspired Jewish environment where young children receive a warm, happy and enriching educational experience. Each child’s Furniture Restoration individual style of learning is valued and supported. Wood Refinishing• Upholstery Our purpose is to provide the highest quality • Antique Restoration • Caning education in a secure, and stimulating atmosphere that nurtures positive self-esteem and helps build the Free Estimates 262.387.0435 foundation for successful development and growth. 1017 Hwy 60 • Grafton 9-4 Mon.-Fri. Evenings & Sat. by Appointment

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GAN AMI EARLY EDUCATION and the pleasure of discovery. As part of our belief that A program of the Harry & Rose Samson learning takes place through play and hands-on experi- Family Jewish Community Center ences, children are encouraged to develop creativity and critical thinking skills through a balance of structured Director: Stacy Synold (414) 967-8201 • SSynold@JCCMilwaukee org. activities and interactive play. We provide opportu- nities for our parents and teachers to grow and learn Gan Ami – Karl Jewish Community Campus: about child development, parenting, and Jewish life. 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Being a part of a diverse community, we create connec- Milwaukee, WI 53217 tions that enrich our everyday living and learning. Site Director: Heather Spencer (414) 967-8189 • HSpencer@JCCMilwaukee .org Linda and Fred Wein Center for Gan Ami-Mequon: 10813 N . Port Washington Rd . Mequon, WI 53092 Site Director: Karen Faust (262) 242-9871 • KFaust@JCCMilwaukee .org Gan Ami Early Childhood Education is a school led by professional educators that encourages children • Caregivers, Companions, CNA’s • Meal Preparation & Clean Up to explore their natural curiosity and creativity and • Bathing & Grooming Assistance • Housekeeping & Laundry provides opportunities for families to create commu- • Medication Assistance • Transportation & Errands nity. Our co-constructed curriculum emerges from the • 24 Hour Live In Care • Hourly Care, Short Term Care interests and ideas of the children in collaboration with the teachers. We strive to provide a happy and relaxed TRAINED, SCREENED, BONDED & INSURED learning situation that emphasizes the process of learning REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISED Enid Bootzin, RMT, NHA, Community Service Representative 414 352 9040 www.HeartsToHomeLlc.com

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HILDE L. MOSSE We create a rich and challenging educational landscape, GAN HAYELED PRESCHOOL which fosters expression in a variety of ways and invites all 6434 Enterprise Ln . children to absorb and discover the world around them. Madison, WI 53719 Our curriculum brings Judaism to life through Torah traditions, mitzvot and our connection to Israel. (608) 442-4075 Integrated with the inspiration of the Reggio Emilia Gan@JewishMadison org. educational approach, which believes in a research- JewishMadison.org based thematic learning that supports academic skills, The preschool of the Jewish Federation of Madison serving construction of knowledge and divergent thinking. children 18 months through 5 years old of all backgrounds. Mequon Jewish Preschool is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Offering flexible schedule options, including wrap around care, and experienced, loving, compassionate teachers. A Secondary Schools LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN Jewish Beginnings 6401 N . Santa Monica Blvd . BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 53217 Mailing Address: (414) 962-2444 • Fax: (414) 967-8384 6789 N . Green Bay Ave . JewishBeginnings.org Glendale, WI 53209 Director: B . Devorah Shmotkin, (414) 914-4855 or (414) 316-4775 Devorah@JewishBeginnings .org RYB@HillelHigh .com HillelHigh.com President: Scott Steele Director: Rabbi Yossi Bassman Acclaimed for its warm environment that nurtures the unique gifts of each child, Jewish Beginnings is the premier Bader Hillel High is a dual-curriculum, college prep Jewish Jewish early childhood education institution, serving a high school, with a full general and Judaic studies curriculum. cross section of the Milwaukee Jewish community. Utilizing an innovative project-based learning curriculum, The school holds the prestigious accreditation from the students develop the cognitive skills and knowledge to succeed in college, career, and life. Our goal isn’t just to National Association for the Education of the Young Child. create book-smart graduates; we want our students to Jewish Beginnings provides youngsters with development of develop as ethical people who put their beliefs into practice. character, love of learning and of all academic areas, provid- ing the foundation for thoughtful, moral decision making. Bader Hillel High School is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Jewish Beginnings is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin and a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. MIDRASHA HEBREW HIGH SCHOOL (608) 278-1808 Mequon Jewish Preschool Midrasha@JewishMadison .org 11112 N . Crown Ct . JewishMadison.org Mequon, WI 53092 Jointly sponsored program by Beth Israel Center, Temple (262) 242-KIDS (5437) Beth El, and Jewish Federation of Madison for students OfficeMJP@gmail .com in grades 8 through 12. Offering classes in Hebrew and MequonJewishPreschool.org Jewish Studies that will strengthen Jewish identity and Director: Rivkie Spalter encourage and stimulate students’ desire to learn about their heritage. Post graduation, students may be awarded President: Rachael Marks grants to continue their Jewish education through the Infants through age 5. Flexible hours with options from 7:30 am Lawrence A. Weinstein Midrasha Incentive Award program. to 5:00 pm. Open year round; school year and summer camp. “This world is G-d’s garden, but for a garden to produce good fruit, one must work particularly hard. It takes more toil and TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE more time.” —Rabbi M. Schneersohn, the Lubavitcher Rebbe HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS, INC. MJP follows the vision of the Rebbe in believing 6800 N . Green Bay Ave . that education is mainly about building character Glendale, WI 53209 with an emphasis on moral and ethical values. (414) 352-6789 • Fax: (414) 352-6646

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Principal: Sora Rauch Jewish Education Community Planner: President: Nathaniel Hoffman Tziporah Altman-Shafer TAM provides a challenging Judaic education that Chair: Leon Cohen emphasizes Torah practice and a rigorous secular educa- The Coalition for Jewish Learning, the tion based on Wisconsin DPI requirements. Juniors education department of the Milwaukee Jewish and seniors take college level courses for credit. TAM is Federation, supports high quality Jewish approved by AdvancED/North Central Association. education throughout the greater Milwaukee Students participate in performances, Shabbos area and within all streams of Jewish life. programs and national conventions, and each devotes • Through the program LOMED—Learning 30 hours per year to community needs. Seniors receive Opportunities for Milwaukee Educators (formerly specialty classes in areas such as building relationships, CSI), CJL provides professional training to glass blowing, nutrition and career planning. teachers throughout the Jewish community. Services are provided at no cost, and educators receive a stipend for their participation. YESHIVAS OHR YECHEZKEL • CJL provides education consultation and advocacy WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR TORAH to educators, schools and congregations. STUDY – THE HARRI HOFFMANN FAMILY HIGH SCHOOL • CJL acknowledges the achievements of local Jewish ed- ucators through its annual educator recognition event. 3288 N . Lake Dr . Milwaukee, WI 53211 The Coalition for Jewish Learning is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. (414) 963-9317 Email@WITSYeshiva com. WITSYeshiva.com GOJEWISH! Deans: Rabbi Yehuda Cheplowitz, 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Rabbi Avrohom Boruch Rauch Milwaukee, WI 53202 Rabbi Dovid Brafman Director of Development: (414) 390-5733 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 President: Alan Borsuk MilwaukeeJewish.org Chairman of the Board: David Hartman Contact: Anna Goldstein, WITS offers its students a rich, invigorating academic AnnaG@MilwaukeeJewish .org program set in a nurturing, warm environment, stressing GoJewish! is an outreach initiative aimed at increas- personal growth and individual success. Due to WITS’ ing awareness and participation in Jewish education. national reputation, local students are afforded the oppor- If you and your family are looking to explore the next tunity of engaging a diverse population of like-minded options for your child’s Jewish education, GoJewish! students from across the country. The boarding school can connect you with all the informal and formal Jewish component promotes accelerated academic progress, education opportunities that your Milwaukee Jewish social skills development, and community involvement. community has to offer – from Jewish day schools to Underlying every program and activity is the convic- summer camps to youth groups and more! GoJewish! tion that ethical and moral values are fundamental to is an online resource, blog, and consultation service a student’s spiritual development. WITS is comprised for all of your family’s Jewish education needs. of a high school and post-high school program. Visit GoJewishMKE.com. GoJewish! is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. A Education THE JCC/CJL READING Organizations ROOM & LIBRARY (Open during regular JCC hours.) COALITION FOR JEWISH LEARNING 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53217 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Library/Media Center Director: Laurie Herman, LHerman@JCCMilwaukee org. (414) 963-2718 • Fax: (414) 390-5747 TziporahA@MilwaukeeJewish .org The JCC/CJL Library/Media Center is an exciting CJLMilwaukee.org resource available to the Jewish community. Newer

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 21 Education fiction and nonfiction are available in the JCC/CJL SAM & HELEN STAHL CENTER Reading Room on the first floor across from the Café. FOR JEWISH STUDIES, UNIVERSITY The Reading Room also houses an extensive Judaic OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE DVD collection of dramatic, foreign and documen- 3367 N . Downer Ave . tary films; a children’s Judaic picture book collection; Greene Museum Judaic music CDs and a sampling of books on CD as Milwaukee, WI 53211 well as periodicals. Books and CDs may be checked out for free. DVDs can be checked out for a nominal (414) 229-6121 • Fax: (414) 229-5499 fee for a one week period. The Reading Room spon- CJSUWM@uwm .edu sors many free film classes open to the community. UWM.edu/CJS Email Laurie Herman, LHerman@JCCMilwaukee. Director: Joel Berkowitz org, to be added to the film class email list. The Sam and Helen Stahl Center for Jewish Studies actively The main collection of both Judaic fiction and nonfic- fosters an intellectual community among faculty and academic tion books are in the Bursak library on the 3rd floor staff at UWM and nearby colleges and universities, and of the JCC. The extensive nonfiction collection among our students. The expertise of Jewish Studies faculty includes Judaic reference books as well as biblical covers a broad range, with particular strengths in modern commentaries, and books on Judaic subjects such history, literature, and culture, especially in Europe and North as: Jewish thought, Jewish holidays, cookbooks, America. UWM students hold Jewish Studies faculty in high the arts, history, some Holocaust, and Israel. regard for their stimulating and challenging courses, and their engagement with and mentoring of each individual student. NICOLET HIGH SCHOOL FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT 6701 N . Jean Nicolet Rd . A Holocaust Glendale, WI 53217 (414) 351-1700 • Fax: (414) 351-7526 Remembrance Nicolet.K12.WI.us Nicolet High School is the only public high school in NATHAN AND ESTHER PELZ Wisconsin and one of a handful of public schools through- HOLOCAUST EDUCATION out the U.S. to offer as a foreign language RESOURCE CENTER (HERC) option. A full five-year program is offered to students. (414) 963-2719 • Fax: (414) 390-5747 In addition to the Hebrew language, students HolocaustCenterMilwaukee.org study the culture, history and geography of Israel. Executive Director: Dr . Shay Pilnik, Small classes and individualized instruction help ShayP@MilwaukeeJewish .org students advance in the acquisition of language skills, and all experience levels are welcome. Chair: Arleen Peltz The Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center (HERC) is dedicated to the building of a society OHR HATORAH resting on values of tolerance and diversity, dignity and 7020 N . Green Bay Ave . respect toward all human beings. Programs and semi- Glendale, WI 53209 nars for educators and the general community, an active Speakers Bureau, school outreach programs, educational (414) 228-8930 • Fax: (414) 228-8933 consultation and an annual educational series not only TheJewishGift@yahoo .com preserve the history and memory of the Holocaust but TorahInMilwaukee.com guide future generations to consider ethical behavior Director: Rabbi Akiva Freilich in order to fight racism and bigotry. The Remember Us Ohr HaTorah is a great resource for those interested in Project provides a vehicle for students becoming a bar/ engaging in an exciting Jewish learning experience. bat mitzvah to link the knowledge of their Jewish past to committed action today. The Center also has an extensive We offer a broad array of classes, seminars, study groups collection of Holocaust books and curriculum materials. and retreats covering Jewish topics from A-Z, Partners in Torah, Milwaukee Institute for Jewish Ethics, Hebrew The Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource classes, Teen Education Programs and much more. Center is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

22 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin Israel

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF AIPAC works closely with Congress to secure vital U.S. THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY- foreign aid for Israel and promotes strategic cooperation MIDWEST REGION between the two nations, to develop sound U.S. anti-ter- rorist policies, and to share homeland security techniques. 20 N . Wacker Dr ., Suite 2020 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 329-0332 • Toll free: (877) 642-AFHU AMERICANS FOR PEACE NOW — AFHU.org WISCONSIN CHAPTER Executive Director: Judith Shenkman (414) 351-6896 Associate Executive Director: Marsha Lehman APNMilw@wi .rr .com President of the Board: Steven Edelson Americans for Peace Now (APN) was founded in 1981 to support the activities of Shalom Achshav in Israel. APN’s The support arm of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem mission is to help Israel and the Shalom Achshav move- has its Midwest regional office in Chicago. The Midwest ment to achieve a comprehensive political settlement of Region tries to foster closer relationships between the Arab-Israeli conflict consistent with Israel’s long-term Hebrew U. and Midwest colleges and universities, and security needs and its Jewish and democratic values. encourages local students to apply to the university. Fundraising efforts provide scholarships in a matching The APN-Wisconsin chapter engages in education program and support for research programs. AFHU and advocacy on behalf of its mission within the also offers generous Charitable Gift Annuity plans. Jewish community and the broader community. To learn about supporting Israel’s top university and investing in the future, please contact Marsha Lehman. COMMITTEE FOR TRUTH & JUSTICE (CTJ) AMERICAN FRIENDS (262) 240-2998 OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM Contact: Ivan Lang, IMLang@wi .rr .com 3175 Commercial Ave ., Suite 101 CTJ is an educational organization that advocates for Israel Northbrook, IL 60062 within Jewish and non-Jewish communities in southeastern Toll free: (888) 674-4871 • Fax: (847) 509-9807 Wisconsin. CTJ’s activities include presenting distinguished AFMDA.org national and international speakers, presenting educational Director, Midwest Region: Richard Zelin, programs for religious, civic, or political organizations, RZelin@AFMDA .org publishing an Internet newsletter, and a pro-Israel column in the local newspaper, “The Reality News.” Supporting Israel’s emergency needs, including medi- cal, health, ambulance and disaster service elements: CTJ is an affiliate of Advocates for Israel, a Ambulances (Standard, Mobile Intensive Care Units national Israel advocacy consortium. — MICUs and Armored), Blood Bank, 100 perma- nent Emergency Medical Stations, and training in First Aid and CPR for all of Israel’s residents. DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR ISRAEL / ISRAEL BONDS 8989 N . Port Washington Rd ., Suite 200 AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC Milwaukee, WI 53217 AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (AIPAC) (414) 716-0094 • (800) 253-2779 P .O . Box A3996 Fax: (414) 351-1344 Chicago, IL 60690 Milwaukee@IsraelBonds .com (312) 253-8988 • Fax: (312) 236-8530 IsraelBonds.com AIPAC.org Registered Representative: Matt Kleiman, Wisconsin Area Director: Michael Anderson, Matthew Kleiman@IsraelBonds. .com MAnderson@AIPAC org. Executive Director, Midwest Region: For more than half a century, AIPAC has worked to Janice Wahnon strengthen the U.S.-Israel relationship. From a small We are dedicated to advancing the economic pro-Israel public affairs boutique in the 1950s, AIPAC development of the State of Israel through the has grown into a 100,000-member national grassroots sale of bonds to individuals and institutions. movement described as “the most important organization affecting America’s relationship with Israel.” Investments in Israel Bonds provide a strong return to our investors. Investors can choose from fixed rate instruments

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 23 Israel and variable rate securities linked to LIBOR. Israel has never (414) 964-4444 • MilwaukeeIFD@yahoo .com defaulted on payment of principal or interest on Israel Bonds. Israeli Folk Dance meets every Monday evening from This is not an offering which can be made only by 7:30 - 9:30 pm at the Harry & Rose Samson Family prospectus. Read it carefully before investing to Jewish Community Center. Beginner teaching and evaluate the risks associated with investing. dancing is offered from 7:30 - 8 pm and general danc- Member FINRA. ing is intermediate to advanced level circle dancing of the newest dances from Israel. For further infor- mation, please email [email protected] ISRAEL CENTER (MILWAUKEE) or call Karen at (414) 315-3400. Israeli Folk Dance is open to ages 12 and up and is free of charge. 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 390-5764 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND MilwaukeeJewish.org Mailing Address: Facebook: Facebook com/groups/IsraelInMilwaukee. 60 Revere Dr ,. Suite 725 Northbrook, IL 60062 Contact: Keren Weisshaus, KerenW@MilwaukeeJewish .org Local Non-Mailing Address: 7177 N . Port Washington Rd ., Suite 200 Israel & Overseas Committee Chair: Pnina Goldfarb Milwaukee, WI 53217 The Israel Center is Milwaukee’s connection to the people of Israel. Sponsored by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation (414) 963-8733 • Fax: (414) 963-8744 and the Jewish Agency for Israel, the Israel Center brings JNF.org cultural and educational programs to Milwaukee; coordi- Executive Director, Midwest: Kim R . Levy nates the activities of our Shin Shins, or young Israeli emis- Board President: Sue Carneol saries, who work in our local schools, synagogues and other Jewish institutions; and participates in Partnership2Gether, Jewish National Fund (JNF) began in 1901 as a dream a program designed to cultivate relationships by link- and vision to reestablish a homeland in Israel for Jewish ing Milwaukee with the Sovev Kinneret region in Israel. people everywhere. Jews the world over collected The Israel Center also assists individuals and families coins in iconic JNF Blue Boxes, purchasing land and in making aliyah and in identifying travel, volunteer, planting trees until ultimately, their dream of a Jewish gap year and study abroad opportunities in Israel. homeland was a reality. Today, JNF continues to give all generations a unique voice in building and ensur- Israel Center is a program of the ing the prosperity of the land of Israel through their Milwaukee Jewish Federation. generosity and partnership with the people of Israel.

ISRAEL PROGRAM (MADISON) STANDWITHUS – (608) 442-4072 WISCONSIN CHAPTER Israel@JewishMadison .org (262) 483-6713 JewishMadison.org Los Angeles Office: (310) 836-6140 Jewish Federation of Madison’s program to strengthen Chapter Founder: Bob Breslauer the Madison community’s connection to Israel and the Israeli people. Our Shlichim provide educational program- President: Kate Zimmermann ming for the entire Madison area Jewish community, and Vice President Emeritus: Yale Tolwin also serve as emissaries for Israel within both the Jewish Treasurer: Barry Goldman and broader community. Partnership2Gether (P2G) is designed to cultivate people-to-people relationships, Secretary: Marshall Klapperman projects, and professional programs between Madison StandWithUs is an international education organization and our partner region, Sovev Kinneret, in Israel. ensuring that Israel’s side of the story is told on campuses and in communities, libraries, the media, and churches through brochures, speakers, conferences, missions to ISRAELI FOLK DANCE Israel, and thousands of pages of Internet resources. Harry & Rose Samson Family StandWithUs has 16 chapters internationally, including Jewish Community Center locations in the UK, Israel, and France, as well as in cities 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . across the United States, including Los Angeles, New Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 York, Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco and Wisconsin.

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JEWISH COMMUNITY WISCONSIN JEWISH CONFERENCE RELATIONS COUNCIL (JCRC) 16 N . Carroll St ,. #800 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Madison, WI 53703 Milwaukee, WI 53202 (608) 257-1888 • Fax: (608) 257-2172 (414) 390-5736 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 Director: Michael H . Blumenfeld, MilwaukeeJewish.org/JCRC MBlumenfeld@MBlumenfeld .com Director: Elana Kahn Chair: Mark D . Laufman ElanaK@MilwaukeeJewish .org The Wisconsin Jewish Conference is a statewide community Chair: Ann Jacobs relations organization established in 1987 by the Milwaukee Acting as an umbrella organization safeguarding equal Jewish Federation, Jewish Federation of Madison and several rights and opportunities for the Jewish community, other smaller Wisconsin Jewish communities. It serves as the JCRC monitors and counteracts anti-Semitism the government affairs office of the Jewish Community and other forms of bigotry, encourages support Relations Council. Its overall objective is to create link- for Israel, protects Jewish security, advocates for ages among Jewish communities in the state, to engage in social and economic justice, advances interfaith and coalition building, education and outreach, and to monitor intergroup dialogue, strives to strengthen intra- legislative and lobbying activities. The conference currently communal relationships, and represents the Jewish comprises 18 Wisconsin communities: Antigo, Appleton, community with government and legislative offi- Beloit, Eau Claire, Green Bay, Janesville, Kenosha, La Crosse, cials. The Council board includes representatives Madison, Manitowoc, Marshfield, Milwaukee, Oshkosh, of 27 local synagogues and Jewish organizations. Racine, Sheboygan, Stevens Point, Waukesha and Wausau. The JCRC is a program of the A partner in serving the community with Milwaukee Jewish Federation. the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

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Awarded more than $600,000 in Engaged 3,500 scholarships to local participants in students & campers Israel programs

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Sue & Dan Hirschfeld Caretakers: A Burial Society Contact: Allan Carneol, Jane Zimmerman

MILWAUKEE JEWISH BURIAL SPRING HILL CEMETERY AND SOCIETY (CHEVRA KADISHA) MAUSOLEUM (B’NAI B’RITH) President: Rabbi Baruch Comrov 166 S . Hawley Ct . 3256 N . 50th St . Milwaukee, WI 53214 Milwaukee, WI 53216 (414) 476-9556 or (414) 352-4777 (414) 871-9760 Chairman: Sy Dolnick Men’s Coordinator: Rabbi David Perlman 3370 N . 54th St . Executive Director: Michael D . Schuman Milwaukee, WI 53216 (414) 445-9735 Women’s Coordinator: Ilana Kastel TEMPLE MENORAH 3335 N . 49th St . EVER-REST CEMETERY Milwaukee, WI 53216 Location: 9548 W . Beloit Rd . (414) 449-1259 Milwaukee, WI 53227 Jewish Burial Society performs Jewish rituals Business Office: 9363 N . 76th St . on the deceased before the funeral. Milwaukee, WI 53223 (414) 355-1120 Cemetery@TempleMenorah .com A Cemeteries Chairman: Dr . Paul Levine

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CONGREGATION CNESSES ISRAEL AGUDAS ACHIM at Fort Howard Memorial Park CEMETERY 3690 E . College Ave . 1350 N . Military Ave . Cudahy, WI 53110 Green Bay, WI 54303 (414) 762-2480 • (414) 242-2235 (920) 494-5465 Administrator: Rabbi M . Spalter

RACINE JEWISH CEMETERY CHEVRA KADISHA OF CONGREGATION Location: 614 Lathrop Ave . at Haven Ave . Racine, WI 53405 ANSHAI LEBOWITZ Location: 326 S . Hawley Rd . Mailing Address: Milwaukee, WI 53214 9600 Dunkelow Rd . Franksville, WI 53126 Mailing Address: 11040 W . Bluemound Rd ,. Suite 200 (262) 886-0381 Milwaukee, WI 53226 Contact: Jim Barten President: Dr . Barry Gimbel (262) 512-1195 Now you can be buried side-by-side with your non-Jewish spouse in our cemetery, as long as one of you is Jewish. Caretaker: Harlan Krueger Jr . • (414) 418-9441

SECOND HOME CEMETERY BETH HAMEDROSH HAGODEL 3705 S . 43rd St . Cemetery address: Milwaukee, WI 53220 134 S . Dana Ct . Milwaukee, WI 53214 Office: (414) 352-4370 Cemetery: (414) 545-0394

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Mailing Address: GREENWOOD CEMETERY 3537 N . 53rd St . 2615 W . Cleveland Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53216 Milwaukee, WI 53215 (414) 870-0390 Fax: (414) 871-2232 (414) 645-1390 BHHcem@gmail com. GreenwoodJewishCemetery.org Executive Director: Rabbi Melech Lensky President of Cemetery Association: John Pereles

RACINE JEWISH CEMETERY Location: 614 Lathrop Ave . at Haven Ave . MOUND ZION CEMETERY Racine, WI 53405 ASSOCIATION 14510 W . North Ave . Mailing Address: Brookfield, WI 53005 9600 Dunkelow Rd . Franksville, WI 53126 (414) 305-4556 • (262) 782-3270 (262) 886-0381 MoundZion@gmail .com MoundZionCemetery.com Contact: Jim Barten Stuart Stahl, (414) 305-4556 Now you can be buried side-by-side with your non-Jewish Administrator: spouse in our cemetery, as long as one of you is Jewish. Caretaker: Charlotte Hirschfeld, (262) 782-3270

SHEBOYGAN HEBREW CEMETERY REFORM Location: County Y (Highland Dr ),. just South of Hwy 23 RACINE JEWISH CEMETERY Kohler, WI 53044 Location: 614 Lathrop Ave . at Haven Ave . Mailing Address: SHCA Racine, WI 53405 2715 North Ave . Sheboygan, WI 53083 Mailing Address: 9600 Dunkelow Rd . Franksville, WI 53126 Pasta963@att net. (262) 886-0381 President of Cemetery Association: Seymour Contact: Jim Barten Katchkey, (920) 452-0609 Now you can be buried side-by-side with your non-Jewish spouse in our cemetery, as long as one of you is Jewish. A Eruvim UNAFFILIATED BAYSIDE ERUV BEIT OLAMIM: THE MADISON (414) 439-5041 JEWISH COMMUNITY’S CEMETERY President: Rabbi Cheski Edelman Location: In Sunset Memory Gardens The Bayside Eruv is an independent institution orga- 7302 Mineral Point Rd . nized by members of the Bayside community. The Madison, WI 53717 Eruv was created to serve families living in Bayside to make it easier to bring small children to synagogue. Contact Information: Judith Blank, President of Jewish Burial Association of Madison, JudithBlank91@yahoo com. • (608) 527-2161 MEQUON ERUV JBAMadison.org (262) 242-2235, ext . 204 Beit Olamim offers a variety of interment options; Rabbi Moshe Rapoport a section has been set aside which adheres to hala- Contact: chic standards and a section for more inclusive President: Donnalyn Maiman burials. Beit Olamim is a non-profit organization The Mequon Eruv is an independent institution orga- benefitting the Madison Jewish Community. nized by members of the Mequon community, and is supported by the Peltz Center for Jewish Life. The Eruv

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was created to serve the families living in Mequon to make it easier to bring small children to synagogue.

THE GLENDALE ERUV (414) 228-9296 Rabbi: Wes Kalmar, RabbiKalmar@ASKTShul com. President: Travis Gaines Rav HaMachshir: Rabbi Mendel Senderovic The Glendale Eruv serves the Jewish population of Glendale, allowing them to carry and move items on the Sabbath in accordance with Jewish law. RESIDENTIAL CLEANING To see borders of the Eruv please visit RECURRING • OCCASIONAL • SAME DAY ASKTShul.org/index.php/about-askt/eruv SPRING/FALL • MOVE-IN/MOVE-OUT The Maids Healthy Touch® Deep Cleaning System was created to ensure a healthy house cleaning process and provide you A Funeral and your family with the healthiest home possible. Establishments Call now for a free, no-obligation estimate (414) 476-8883 Maids.com Locally owned and operated BLANE GOODMAN FUNERAL SERVICE, LLC Business Offices: 10050 N . Port Washington Rd . (262) 241-4444 BlaneGoodmanFunerals.com Chapel: 3601 N . Oakland Ave . Shorewood, WI 53211 Funeral Directors/Advance Funeral Planners: Blane Goodman and Charles Goodman • Milwaukee’s only Jewish funeral directors • Members of KAVOD Independent Jewish Funeral Chapels by invitation, NFDA and WFDA • Beautiful award-winning chapel • Many years of combined experience

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JEWISH COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME 4750 N . Santa Monica Blvd . GLASS BOX GIFT SHOP — Whitefish Bay, WI 53211 CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL NER TAMID (414) 964-3111 • Fax: (414) 964-3535 6880 N . Green Bay Ave . GoodmanBensman@sbcglobal .net Milwaukee, WI 53209 GoodmanBensman.com (414) 351-4221 President: Debra Marcus Watton Wisconsin Jewish community members are familiar Preplanning Consultant: Terry Kleinman with The Glass Box gift shop in Congregation Beth • Low cost chapel, synagogue or graveside funerals Israel Ner Tamid, boasting a beautiful array of Judaica • Full service facility with seating for 350 for personal enjoyment or gifts. The in-stock selection • Monument and inscription sales of tallitot and kippot will please every man and boy. Secular gifts for all occasions are also available. Register • Free preplanning consultations for unique gifts for weddings and Bar & Bat Mitzvahs. • Green Burial options Hours: Tuesday–Thursday: 10 am–4 pm • Large selection of caskets and vaults Friday: 10 am–noon Sunday: 10 am–noon (during religious school) Please call for summer hours . SUMINSKI/WEISS FUNERAL HOME 1901 N . Farwell Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 JUDAICA SHOPPE — CONGREGATION EMANU-EL (414) 276-5122 B’NE JESHURUN SuminskiFuneralHome.com 2020 W . Brown Deer Rd . Edward Suminski President: Milwaukee, WI 53217 Funeral Director: Michelle Lamping (414) 228-7545 No cost preplanning consultations.

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Beautiful gifts for all ages and occasions. Large selection TRADITIONS CONGREGATION of holiday items, candlesticks, menorahs, jewelry, tallitot, SHALOM GIFT SHOP and seder plates. Special orders welcome. Registrations 7630 N . Santa Monica Blvd . for weddings and Bar/Bat Mitzvah items available. Milwaukee, WI 53217 Hours: Wednesday: 3:30–5:30 pm (414) 352-9288 • Fax: (414) 352-9280 Sunday: 10 am–noon Extended holiday hours and by appointment . Contact: Bunny Cohen Largest selection of Judaica in the city. Books, CDs, cards, holiday items, menorahs, candlesticks, MILWAUKEE JUDAICA tallitot, etc. One stop shopping for all your 7020 N . Green Bay Ave . gift needs. Special orders welcome. Glendale, WI 53209 Hours: Monday–Friday: 10 am–12 pm (414) 228-8930 • Fax: (414) 228-8933 Tuesday & Wednesday: 3:30–5:30 pm TheJewishGift@yahoo .com Sunday: 9:30 am–12 pm Wisconsin’s largest source for Jewish books, Summer Hours: Monday–Friday: 10 am–12 pm Jewish music, Jewish software and unique Judaica gifts. Imported kippot and benchers for your simchas and much, much more. Hours: Monday–Thursday: 12:30–3:30 pm or by appt . A Kosher Bakery, Sunday & Friday: 10 am–1 pm Catering & Dining

OVATION JEWISH HOME GIFT SHOP FRIENDSHIP BAKERY 1414 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 847-6347 FCBakery.org (414) 276-2627 Facebook: Facebook .com/FCWIBakery Managed by: Hand in Hand, Volunteer Partners in Caring Contact: Levi Stein, LStein@FCWI .org The Ovation Jewish Home Gift Shop is staffed Beyond the beauty of improving lives, Friendship Bakery by volunteers and all profits are used to enrich gives Milwaukee access to one-pound kosher challahs, the lives of residents. The gift shop specializes custard-filled French eclairs with chocolate ganache, lemon in gift items for all ages, including Judaica and tarts and triple-chocolate cupcakes with buttercream frosting. distinctive holiday gifts, jewelry, cards, toys. Special orders may be placed from an extensive list of baked goods, including a variety of cookies and brownies; and Hours: Open Daily: 10:30 am–3:30 pm custom wedding, birthday or other occasion cakes. We even Closed for Lunch: Noon–1:30 pm have the ability to print edible photos or requested designs. Closed: Saturday We make home deliveries within a 10-mile radius for a nomi- nal charge (free if orders are picked up at Crown Judaica in SOFER/SCRIBE OF SIFREI Mequon and Jewish Beginnings preschool in Glendale). TORAH, TEFILLIN, MEZZUZZOS All challah and pastries are kosher and is under the strict kosher supervision of Rabbi 3514 N . 54th Blvd . Yisroel Lein of Chabad of the East Side. Milwaukee, WI 53216 Friendship Bakery is a project of The Friendship Circle (414) 204-7390 of Wisconsin, a division of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. MilwaukeeSofer@gmail .com Sofer: Rabbi Moshe Gilden Rabbi Moshe Gilden, Sofer STa”M, serves the commu- HANNAH’S KITCHEN nity in the many aspects relating to Torah scrolls, (414) 350-2086 Tefillin, and Mezzuzos. Whether looking to purchase Info@HannahsKitchenMKE .com these sacred items or needing to have them checked HannahsKitchenMKE.com or repaired, you can be assured that you are receiving Facebook: @HannahsKitchenMKE quality kosher goods and meticulous workmanship. Contact: Hannah Sattler

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The goal of Hannah’s Kitchen is to take home-style food plan your next event. We are available to serve all your and elevate it to a professional level. The flavors will needs at a variety of sites and venues. With more than 20 remind you of your mother’s kitchen and the execu- years of combined experience in the kosher catering busi- tion will leave you raving about the familiar, yet unique ness, KMK is the first and last word in delicious dining. tastes we serve. To that end, our menu is your menu. Every client will have a meeting with us to describe their culi- nary dream. Have a recipe you love, we’re happy to execute KOSHER MOBILE MEALS it. We will be happy to sit and talk as long as it takes to ensure A program of Jewish Family Services you get exactly what you want from your catering experience. 1300 N . Jackson St . Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 390-5800 HARRY & ROSE SAMSON FAMILY JFSMilw.org JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Contact: Kosher Mobile Meals Program Coordinator 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 Meals are cooked under dietary supervision at the Ovation Jewish Home and delivered by Goodwill Industries. Catering and Events: The program serves older adults, persons with disabili- (414) 967-8283 ties, patients in area hospitals, wanting a kosher meal. Events@JCCMilwaukee .org The program is operated under the joint auspices of Jewish Family Ferrante’s at the JCC: Services, the Ovation Jewish Home and Va’ad HaKashrus of Milwaukee. (414) 967-8254 Fun@Ferrantes com. Ferrantes.com KOSHER SUPERVISORS OF WISCONSIN Daniel M. Soref Community Hall 7020 N . Green Bay Ave . This beautiful, freshly appointed North Shore venue is Milwaukee, WI 53209 standing by for your next event. Whether it be a bar/bat mitzvah, wedding or conference we have the versatility to (414) 573-9353 partner with you to make your occasion picture perfect. Info@KosherWisconsin .com Banquet seating for 300 complete with dance floor or 450 KosherWisconsin.com theatre style — the scope of your event is only limited by Rabbinic Guide (Rav Hamachshir): your imagination. Our facility boasts a state-of-the art Rabbi Benzion Twerski sound system complete with full conferencing capabili- Rabbinic Administrator: Rabbi Akiva Freilich ties. Fully equipped kosher kitchen. Open year round. Rabbinic Supervisor: Rabbi Tuvia Torem Ferrante’s CAFÁ B DATA Kosher Supervisors of Wisconsin strives to provide the Located on Butlein/DeToro Way within the JCC, Ferran- highest quality standard for Kosher certification for compa- te’s CAFÁ B DATA offers a full menu with made to order nies and establishments that wish to offer Kosher product burgers, shawarma chicken, fresh salads, home-made to the consumer. We are under the Rabbinical Guidance soups and delicious daily specials. Take away frozen chalav of recognized scholars and experts in Kosher Laws with yisroel Ferrante’s famous pizza. For more information many years of experience in Kosher supervision. visit Ferrantes.com or Facebook.com/FerrantesJCC. Our trademarked symbol, the Wisconsin K, is recognized and approved by major certifying agencies around the world. Ferrante’s Kosher Signature Catering We are proud to be a member of AKO, the Association for At Ferrante’s we do amazing food with spectacular service! Kashrus Organizations. We certify retail establishments, Take-outs, delivery to signature events to feed your dreams. Kosher Caterers as well as close to 50 commercial manufac- turing facilities. Let us help you with all your kosher needs!

KMK KOSHER CATERING 4731 W . Burleigh St . OSHER, A DIVISION OF Milwaukee, WI 53210 ZILLI HOSPITALITY GROUP (414) 449-5980 • Fax: (414) 449-5985 613 N . Grandview Blvd . Waukesha, WI 53188 KMK Kosher Catering is prepared to accommodate everything from take-out platters to white glove service. (262) 547-9447 Please feel free to call us for a free consultation as you Kosher@ZilliHospitalityGroup .com CafeOsher.com/zilli.htm

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Contacts: Sharon Siegel Langer (847) 763-3605 Paula Garvens PerlsteinResort.com Osher, a division of Zilli Hospitality Group, is Located in Wisconsin Dells, Perlstein is ideal for your family the newest venture of the Osher family. Led by reunion, bar/bat mitzvah, retreat or special event. Join us for Sharon Siegel Langer, Osher is partnering with your family vacations where adults can kick back and relax Zilli Hospitality Group, a recipient of the Midwest while kids have a blast in our day care/camp programs. Guests Achievement in Catering Excellence Award. enjoy kosher meals and snacks, climate controlled rooms Osher is proud to offer kosher and kosher-style with private bath and breathtaking surroundings. Your group menus for any occasion, elegant or casual. or family will come away having a memorable experience.

RUBENSTEIN FAMILY KOSHER OASIS A 1414 N . Prospect Ave . Marriage Classes Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 277-8813 FOR THE GROOM FOR THE BRIDE Manager: Olivia Mcilquham Rabbi Moshe Gilden Mrs . Faygie Hellman Under kosher supervision of Rabbi Nachman Levine, the 3514 N . 54th Blvd . 3316 N . 49th St . Oasis is Wisconsin’s only with sit-down Milwaukee, WI 53216 Milwaukee, WI 53216 table service. Open Sunday–Friday 10:30 am to 2 pm, Cell: (414) 204-7390 Cell: (917) 494-1157 plus Wednesday and Thursday evening 5-7 pm. Dairy Gildenfam@gmail com. Faygie1023@gmail com. menu with daily specials and Wednesday night fish fry. The blessing of a Jewish marriage comes with a special set of Check Ovation Communities on Facebook for specials. laws and a careful attention to values. The bride and groom are taught concisely, the many details pertaining to the laws of Family Purity. Additionally, they are inspired by the beauty A of the Jewish mindset regarding intimate relationships. These Kosher Resorts classes are also offered to already-married-couples who are interested in learning or reviewing these principles. THE DANIEL M. SOREF EDUCATION AND RETREAT CENTER (414) 731-8550 A Mikvahs JCCMilwaukee.org Contact: Shelby Kass, SKass@JCCMilwaukee .org Located 30 minutes north of downtown Milwaukee on a BETH ISRAEL CENTER 115 acre park-like setting is a beautiful facility featuring 1406 Mound St . an education complex and overnight accommodations. Madison, WI 53711 High schools, university groups and religious organi- (608) 256-7763 zations of all kinds love to take advantage of the rustic This beautiful new mikvah is open to all who seek to fulfill beauty and sparkling modern amenities. Grounds the mitzvah of immersion in a tranquil, state-of-the art include a low ropes course and climbing wall plus much, environment. Our mikvah is open to women and men in much more. The DMSERC is located on the grounds our congregation and the broader community, for tradi- of JCC Rainbow Day Camp. Open year round. tional and modern purposes, and for conversion. Please call Visit our website at JCCMilwaukee.org/SorefRetreatCenter (608) 256-7763 or email [email protected] to make to see the wide range of amenities we offer. an appointment, ideally at least three days in advance.

JCC PERLSTEIN RESORT AND CONGREGATION BETH JEHUDAH CONFERENCE CENTER 3100 N . 52nd St . Lake Delton, WI 53940 Milwaukee, WI 53216 Business Office: (414) 445-7300 300 Revere Dr . Rotating attendants Northbrook, IL 60062

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OHR HATORAH–GLENDALE MIKVAH Attendant: Rebbetzin Fagie Rapoport, 7020 N . Green Bay Ave . FDRNewYork@gmail .com Glendale, WI 53209 Experience the beauty of this meaningful tradi- (414) 446-5223 tion in the privacy and intimacy of a state of the art setting. Our mikvah combines pristine beauty Located in the lower level of Ohr HaTorah . with innate spirituality allowing for an experi- Entrance in back . ence that is relaxing, rejuvenating and uplifting. This beautiful new Mikvah is designed to provide a warm, For additional spa services, special arrangements comfortable and uplifting experience for the fulfillment can be made. To schedule an appointment, bride of the special Mitzvah of Taharas Hamishpacha. and groom orientation, Kallah Class, or a private/ The Mikvah was built to conform to the strictest Halachic group tour, please contact Fagie Rapoport. standards of all opinions and minhagim. The Mikvah has Mikvah Mei Menachem-Chabad Women’s Mikvah is a division of the three comfortable prep rooms and a private waiting area. Peltz Center of Jewish Life and an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Parking is available in the back of the building. The park- ing and entrance are completely private and well lit. Appointments can be made by calling (414) 446-5223. A Mohels LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN Mikvah Chaya Mushka MOHEL ASSOCIATES 3109 N . Lake Dr . 3368 N . 51st Blvd . Milwaukee, WI 53211 Milwaukee, WI 53216 (414) 961-2266 Contact: Rabbi Ayson Ganeles, MohelGaneles@outlook .com Attendant: Mrs . Leah Robbins, Mikvah@ChabadWI org. (414) 915-4398 • Fax: (414) 447-7915 Dr . Bernard Cohen, (414) 351-5555 Mikvah Chaya Mushka, located at Lubavitch House, is a modern, state-of-the-art mikvah in an exceptionally beautiful Mohel Associates has served Wisconsin Jewish commu- and aesthetically pleasing environment. The mikvah is nities for over 30 years. In addition to perform- available for women every evening upon appointment. ing circumcisions for men of all ages we offer classes and consultation concerning circumcision. In addition to the attractive and fully equipped spa-like rooms and private entrance, the mikvah is enhanced with attractive art work, state-of-the-art lighting and adorned with wonder- RABBI TZALI WILSCHANSKI ful murals throughout, creating a relaxing and rejuvenating environment. To arrange a tour please call (414) 961-2266. 6522 87th Ave . Kenosha, WI 53142 Mikvah Chaya Mushka is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. (262) 359-0770 Mikvah Chaya Moussia, Madison RabbiTzali@JewishKenosha .com 225 Campbell St . Rabbi Tzali Wilschanski from Chabad of Kenosha is a Madison, WI 53711 certified Mohel who studied and received certification in Jerusalem under the direct tutelage of Rabbi Moshe (608) 251-8764 Wiesberg, mohel of Shaare Zedek Medical Center and the Administrator: Mrs . Faygie Matusof, “Chief Testifier of Mohels” for the Israeli government. FMatusof@gmail .com For a professional, quick & kosher bris, call Rabbi Tzali. The mikvah is available to women every No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. evening by appointment. Mikvah Chaya Moussia, Madison is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. A Monuments Mikvah Mei Menachem- Chabad Women’s Mikvah ART IN STONE 2233 W . Mequon Rd . 6207E N . Teutonia Ave . Mequon, WI 53092 Milwaukee, WI 53209 (414) 745-9558

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(414)-536-7764 ArtInStoneMonuments@yahoo .com Art-In-Stone.com Owner: Peter Bokotey “Beautiful creations under the open sky.” We specialize in design work on granite and personalized memorials.

GOODMAN-BENSMAN WHITEFISH BAY FUNERAL HOME 4750 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Whitefish Bay, WI 53211 (414) 964-3111 • Fax: (414) 964-3535 GoodmanBensman@sbcglobal .net GoodmanBensman.com President: Debra Marcus Watton The Sam & Helen Stahl Center houses UWM’s Jewish Studies program, which now offers a fully- online BA and minor in Jewish Studies in addition A to its traditional face-to-face classes. Shatnez Testing

The Stahl Center also brings renowned scholars SHATNEZ TESTING LABORATORY and artists to the UWM 3514 N 54th Blvd . campus and the greater Milwaukee, WI 53216 Milwaukee community in the form of events such as (414) 204-7390 lectures, concerts, art exhi- ShatnezTesting@gmail .com bitions, films, conferences, Shatnez Tester: Rabbi Moshe Gilden and symposia. “You shall not wear combined fibers (Shatnez), Sam & Helen Center for Jewish Studies and linen together” (Deut. 22:11). University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee In the laboratory, expertise in textile recognition 3367 N. Downer Ave. • Greene Museum–Milwaukee and clothing manufacturing, are combined in the (414) 229-6121 • Email: [email protected] search for the presence of both wool and linen in Facebook: Sam & Helen Stahl Center for Jewish Studies, UWM Twitter: @UWM Jewish garments and other fabric materials. The articles www.uwm.edu/cjs of men women and children are carefully tested before determining that they are Kosher for use.

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BETH DIN RABBINICAL COURT GOODMAN AQUATIC CENTER OF MILWAUKEE Located at the Irwin A. & Robert D. c/o Milwaukee Kollel Goodman Jewish Community Campus 5007 W . Keefe Ave . 7762 County Route PD Milwaukee, WI 53216 Verona, WI 53593 (414) 873-4398 • Fax: (414) 447-7915 JewishMadison.org Chief Judge & President: During pool hours and season: Rabbi Mendel Senderovic (608) (608) 848-1822 The court specializes in assisting Jewish couples that Pool@JewishMadison .org require a get (traditional Jewish divorce). It also facilitates, During off hours and season: compromises and renders legal rulings, in accordance (608) 278-1808 with traditional Jewish law, in financial disputes. In all Info@JewishMadison org. cases, faithful adherence to the principles of Jewish law Beautiful 5,500 square-foot outdoor pool, with six and customs is maintained. The proceedings reflect care, 25-meter lanes, zero-depth entry, shaded areas and deck confidentiality and sensitivity for all parties involved. chairs for lounging — nestled in lush, natural surround- ings. Season memberships and daily passes available. CHAI (CONCERN FOR HELPING ANIMALS IN ISRAEL) HARRY & ROSE SAMSON FAMILY 4976 N . Ardmore Ave . JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC) Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . (414) 962-9615 or Toll free (866) 308-0333 Milwaukee, WI 53217 Chai-online.org (414) 964-4444 Contact: Jody Sussman Steren, JCCMILWAUKEE.ORG JSterenFam@aol com. President/CEO: Mark Shapiro CHAI (Concern For Helping Animals in Israel) is a 501(c) Chair: Joe Kasle (3) non-profit organization formed in the U.S. in 1984 The Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community to assist the S.P.C.A. and animal protection community Center is a non-profit, social service agency founded throughout Israel. Wisconsin representative Jody upon Jewish ethics and values that serves the whole Sussman Steren can provide information and material. community as a destination for wellness, education, and comprehensive social services. The vision of the FRIENDSHIP HOUSE FELLOWSHIP JCC is to maximize the use of programs and services, the position in the community, and the accessibility of Kenwood Blvd . and N . Lake Dr . the Jewish Community Center to welcome all Jews and Milwaukee, WI their families, to help them move along a continuum Jim Meldman, (414) 406-7566 of Jewish growth, and to build Jewish memories. The Friendship House Fellowship is a group of Jewish men The JCC is a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish and women who join together to support each other in the Federation, is affiliated with the JCC Association of pursuit of recovery from addiction and other related problems. North America, and a beneficiary of the United Way The only requirements for membership are: participation of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County. in a related Twelve-Step program and a desire to recover. Our goal is to obtain and maintain recovery while integrating the spiritual Twelve-Step approach with IRWIN A. AND ROBERT D. GOODMAN a greater understanding and appreciation of our JEWISH COMMUNITY CAMPUS Judaism. For those interested in such a pursuit, we 7762 County Route PD invite you to join us every Tuesday at 6:30 pm. Verona, WI 53593 (608) 848-1822 THE GLAZERBEAM Info@JewishMadison .org JewishMadison.org 5230 W . Roosevelt Dr . Milwaukee, WI 53216 The Jewish Federation of Madison’s recreational facil- ity for everyone is set on 154 acres of naturally wooded (414) 447-7727 land. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Madi- Glazerbeam .tumblr .com son, it offers recreational opportunities for both the Online Jewish perspective on current issues and events. Jewish and greater Madison area communities.

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JEWISH COMMUNITY PANTRY Disability Case Management HARRY & ROSE SAMSON FAMILY Contact: Clinical Services Coordinator, JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (414 390-5800 Mailing Address: Care Management assures that adults with developmental 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . disabilities and/or severe and persistent mental illness are Milwaukee, WI 53217 given the opportunity to live independently and achieve (414) 967-8217 their fullest potential. JFS Disability Care Managers provide a continuum of services: help with government benefits and Staff: Dorene Paley entitlements like SSI, SSDI, Food Share and Medicaid (Title Chairs: Jack Padek & Howard Wagan 19); assist with identifying appropriate housing; money Operated by volunteers, the Jewish Community management services; socialization opportunities; in-house Pantry is open on Thursdays from 9:45 am to 3 pm links to counseling; information, referral and advocacy. and the third/fourth Sunday of the month from 10 am to 2 pm at 2900 W. Center St. (entrance on 29th St.) for the purpose of giving emergency food to those JEWISH FEDERATION OF MADISON in need. We serve on a first come, first served basis. 6434 Enterprise Ln . Donations should be sent to the JCC address only. Madison, WI 53719 The Pantry is co-sponsored by the Harry & Rose Samson Family (608) 278-1808 • Fax: (608) 278-7814 JCC and the Women’s Philanthropy of the Milwaukee Jewish Info@JewishMadison .org Federation and is part of the Hunger Task Force Emergency JewishMadison.org Pantry Network – provider of free and local food. The Jewish Federation of Madison, founded in 1940, is committed to building our community and helping those facing hardship here and around the world. Among JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES, INC. (JFS) the Federation’s major programs and services are: 1300 N . Jackson St . • Camp Shalom, serving more than Milwaukee, WI 53202 1,000 children each summer (414) 390-5800 • The Hilde L. Mosse Gan HaYeled Preschool, providing JFSMilw.org pre-school education for children 18 months old – 5 years old President/CEO: John A . Yopps • Midrasha Hebrew High School, our community-wide Jewish studies and Hebrew language program for 8th –12th graders Chair: Jennifer Ciralsky • Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Since 1867, JFS has provided comprehensive social services Community Campus, a 154-acre year-round for the Milwaukee-area Jewish and general community. Our recreation and educational facility mission is to provide supportive services that will strengthen • Madison Jewish News, a 10 issues a year newspaper families, children and individuals throughout the life cycle within the context of their unique needs and traditions. JFS Our Annual Tzedakah Campaign supports local services include: counseling and clinical support, older adult service agencies such as: JSS, UW Hillel, UW Chabad, services, and care management for individuals with severe and Wisconsin Jewish Council, and JBAM. Through the persistent mental illness and/or developmental disabilities. Jewish Federations of North America we support programs in Israel and 70 countries worldwide. JFS is a partner agency of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation and a bene- ficiary of the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County.

Counseling Contact: Clinical Services Coordinator, (414 390-5800 State Representative Through our state-certified outpatient mental health clinic, Jim Ott JFS clinical staff offers results-oriented therapy to individ- uals struggling with mental illness or personal problems. 23rd Assembly District Our multidisciplinary team is qualified to assess and treat 608-266-0486 a range of emotional problems, including: relationship Toll f ree: 888-534-0023 issues, domestic abuse, addictions and more. Through professional and confidential counseling, JFS gives our [email protected] clients the tools to make positive life-long changes.

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Jewish Business and by the United States Board of Immigration Appeals to Professional Roundtable represent low-income clients in immigration matters (608) 278-1808 • Care plans for frail elderly, help in locating assistance for Pjwinnig@JewishMadison .org independent living, protective and financial manage- JewishMadison.org ment services, and bereavement and caregiver support The Jewish Federation of Madison’s networking/speaker • Weekly kosher nutrition luncheon with yoga, educa- program dedicated to the interests of Jewish business exec- tional programs and entertainment for seniors 65+ utives and professionals, and the development of the Jewish business community in Madison and the Federation. JEWISH WAR VETERANS OF THE U.S.A. 8010 N . 67th St . Outreach, Shalom Madison Milwaukee, WI 53223 and Shalom Baby (414) 354-4139 (608) 278-1808 Outreach@JewishMadison .org Department Commander: Paul Fine JewishMadison.org Call for meeting dates and times. The Jewish Federation of Madison’s Outreach program serves as a resource guide and welcomes new and existing residents and Horenstein-Katz Post No. 701 babies to our community. Offering programs to build community and create connections such as a co-ed sports team, group volun- 8010 N . 67th St . teer projects, tot and caregivers playgroup, holiday meal host Milwaukee, WI 53223 matching, recreational outings and activities for a range of ages. (414) 354-4139 Commander: Paul R . Fine

JEWISH IN MILWAUKEE Marsack-Feldman Post No. 145 3308 N . 50th St . 3528 N . 97th Pl . Milwaukee, WI 53216 Milwaukee, WI 53222 (414) 464-1386 (414) 442-7531 Ronald Laux Info@JewishInMilwaukee .com Commander: JewishInMilwaukee.com Judith Eigen Morris R. Guten Post No. 487 Founder/Publisher: of the Jewish War Veterans JewishInMilwaukee.com connects Milwaukee’s Torah obser- 2801 W . Golf Rd . vant communities by providing an online source for important Mequon, WI 53092 information. Flyers about major events, local goings-on, classified (262) 242-4765 ads, and helpful community lists, including a popular listing Commander: Ben Berlin of over 130 fun things to do around Milwaukee, all populate this dynamic site. Classified ads are FREE. Updated daily, Jewish in Milwaukee is a great resource for our community! JFS HOUSING (JFSHI) 4195 W . Bradley Rd . JEWISH SOCIAL SERVICES OF MADISON Brown Deer, WI 53209 6434 Enterprise Ln . (414) 354-4700 Madison, WI 53719 JFSHousing.org (608) 278-1808 • Fax: (608) 278-7814 Contact: Dan Fleischman, Vice President Info@JSSMadison .org of Housing and Residential Services, JSSMadison.org DFleischman@JFSHousing .org Executive Director: Dawn Berney JFSHI provides affordable housing and supportive services President: Linda Reivitz for low and moderate-income individuals and families, older adults, and people with disabilities to meet the needs Founded in 1978, Jewish Social Services provides: of JFS clients and the broader community. Current projects • Confidential casework assistance to individu- in the Village of Brown Deer include Deerwood Crossing als and families of all backgrounds facing disability, Senior Residences and Bradley Crossing Supportive Housing illness, unemployment and other difficulties Community. • Specialized services for refugees and immigrants; we are JFSHI is a partner in serving the community with Jewish Family Services. the only Jewish agency in Wisconsin to be recognized

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Bradley Crossing Supportive Since 1997, Life History Services has helped individuals, Housing Community families, congregations, businesses, and institutions 4375 W . Bradley Rd . record and preserve their treasured stories and histories Brown Deer, WI 53223 in recorded interviews and printed formats. Please call us for more information or a free consultation. (414) 354-4700 JFSHousing.org Contact: Dan Fleischman, Vice President LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN of Housing and Residential Services, 3109 N . Lake Dr . DFleischman@JFSHousing .org Milwaukee, WI 53211 Property Manager: ACC Management Group, (414) 961-6100 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 (414) 354-2700 ChabadWI.org Bradley Crossing provides a higher standard in afford- Executive Director: Rabbi Yisroel Shmotkin, able housing for individuals, older adults and families, RIS@ChabadWI .org including those with disabilities and/or severe and A full service organization, LOW’s institutions and programs persistent mental illness. Residents come home to bright, span the entire landscape of Wisconsin Jewry: the very young, open-concept one, two and three bedroom handicap teens, young adults, families and senior citizens, regardless accessible apartment, with walk-in closets and person- of religious background, affiliation or level of observance. ally controlled heat and air conditioning. JFS provides convenient onsite mental health services, as well as social, Encouraging personal involvement, it provides guidance educational, and recreational programming for residents. and the means to practice Jewish life. It serves every insti- tution and it encourages every positive Jewish practice and expression. It reaches out to the unaffiliated and does Deerwood Crossing Senior Residences not recognize religious divisions among Jewish people. 4195 W . Bradley Rd . Brown Deer, WI 53209 Chabad of Downtown (414) 354-4700 1310 N . Astor St . JFSHousing.org Milwaukee, WI 53202 Contact: Daniel Fleischman, Vice (414) 272-2433 • Fax: (414) 961-3273 President Housing and Residential Services, ChabadOfDowntown.org DFleishman@JFSHousing org. Director: Rabbi Yoseph Samuels, Property Manager: ACC Management Group, Samuelscod@aol .com (414) 354-4700 The Lubavitch-affiliated institution offers group classes, Deerwood Crossing is a beautifully-designed and lunch and learn, mezuzah affixing, chaplain services, affordably-priced assisted and independent living facility personalized and individual classes throughout the with a kind and caring staff. Deerwood offers a high city, individual mitzvah campaigns, Sukkah-mobile level of amenities, including a dining room that serves and bar mitzvah programs in addition to personalized three meals a day, an exercise room, a library/computer Rabbinical services for all life cycle events. lab, and daily activities. Studio, one-and-two bedroom apartments feature full kitchens and give seniors the Jewish REACH flexibility to live in the same apartment as their needs (Russian Education & Aid Center) change and they “age in place.” Residents can choose 6789 N . Green Bay Ave . supportive services as needed, including medication Glendale, WI 53209 administration, laundry, housekeeping, wellness checks, a facility-wide Life Alert system, transportation to medical (414) 213-8023 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 appointments, and a nurse on staff for health care needs. Director: Rabbi Yaakov Elman, RYE@ChabadWI .org Jewish REACH provides for the spiritual needs and all LIFE HISTORY SERVICES est. 1997 aspects of Jewish life and education for Jews from the —Honor the Past, Capture the former Soviet Union. REACH conducts Shabbos and Present, Inform the Future— holiday services, adult and youth educational training in Torah and Hebrew, serves all lifecycle events, Bris, Bar Contact: Anita Hecht, Owner Mitzvah, weddings, funerals, provides prayer books and work (608) 255-9669 • cell (608) 658-1102 conducts services and discussions in the Russian language. Anita@LifeHistoryServices .com Jewish REACH is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. LifeHistoryServices.com

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Judaism at Home/Klal Yisrael We keep in touch with college students who are away 3109 N . Lake Dr . from home by sending holiday and care packages, Milwaukee, WI 53211 conduct hospital visitations, visit seniors in their homes and prepare meals for families as they are needed. (414) 544-5664 • (414) 961-6100 The Mequon Outreach Center is a division of the Director: Rabbi Mendel Mann, Peltz Center for Jewish Life in Mequon. RMM@ChabadWI .org The program aims at reaching out to and including every The Joseph and Rebecca Peltz single Jewish individual of the Greater Milwaukee area in Center for Jewish Life Jewish life, upgrading their Jewish identity, knowledge, 2233 W . Mequon Rd . observance and involvement in communal Jewish life. Mequon, WI 53092 Klal Yisrael will seek to secure every Jewish home (262) 242-2235 • Fax: (262) 242-9516 with a mezuzah, Shabbat candle holders, charity ChabadMequon.org box, and a basic Torah (five books of Moses), along Director: Rabbi Menachem Rapoport with ongoing information on Torah study, Jewish history, meaning of Jewish tradition and more. The Joseph and Rebecca Peltz Center for Jewish Life serves the Mequon area through the programs and services of its Klal Yisrael/Jewish Identity Program is many divisions. The beautiful campus contains Congre- an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. gation Agudas Achim Chabad, Mequon Jewish Preschool, Peltz Hebrew School, Mequon Jewish Teen Center, Lubavitch House Mikvah Mei Menachem, Lipskier Judaic Library, Crown 3109 N . Lake Dr . Judaica, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Intergener- Milwaukee, WI 53211 ational Center. (414) 961-6100 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 The mission of the Peltz Center is to provide ChabadWI.org a comfortable and non-judgmental atmo- sphere to meet every individual at their level of Executive Director: Rabbi Yisroel Shmotkin, observance, for every aspect of Jewish life. RIS@ChabadWI .org Lubavitch House is headquarters to Wisconsin’s Lubavitch activities and institutions and home MILWAUKEE JEWISH FEDERATION to many of its programs. This includes Mikvah Karl Jewish Community Campus Chaya Mushka, the Shul East, Judaica Library, city- 6255-6401 N . Santa Monica Blvd . wide holiday celebrations, statewide outreach, Milwaukee, WI 53217 Torah study, Shabbatons, and lectures. (414) 390-5740 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 Our Holiday Celebration magazine reaches 11,000 Director of Security and Community Properties: addresses in 250 areas all over Wisconsin. Our Mitz- Ari Friedman, AriF@MilwaukeeJewish .org vah Campaign – T’filin, Mezuzos, Shabbat candle lighting, charity boxes, Torah books, Shmurah The Milwaukee Jewish Federation owns and manages Matzoh, Sukkos, Shalach Manos, etc. – are provided the Karl Jewish Community Campus, a 28-acre annually to more than one thousand individuals. property in Fox Point and Whitefish Bay where our community can gather, learn and play. Mequon Outreach Center The campus is home to several Jewish organizations: 2233 W . Mequon Rd . • Bader Hillel Academy Mequon, WI 53092 • BBYO-Wisconsin Region (262) 242-2235 • Jewish Beginnings Lubavitch Preschool Director: Rabbi Moshe Rapoport • Harry & Rose Samson Family The Mequon Outreach Center serves the growing needs Jewish Community Center of the Jewish community in the Mequon area. Adults, • Milwaukee Jewish Day School children and families can enjoy the fascinating and often To inquire about renting space at the Karl entertaining world of the Mequon Outreach Center Jewish Community Campus, please contact Ari with: Shabbatons, lecture series, learner minyans, kosher Friedman, Director of Community Properties. awareness week, Sukkah-Fest, Chanukah & Purim Karl Jewish Community Campus is owned and programs, public menorah lightings, senior programs, managed by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. annual concerts, Bat Mitzvah Club and so much more.

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Cell 414.617.4333 Evan & Marion Helfaer Office 414.964.3900 Community Service Building Email [email protected] 1360 N. Prospect Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 390-5700 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 [email protected] 6000 N. Port Washington Rd., Glendale, WI 53217 MilwaukeeJewish.org stevenemold.cbintouch.com This three-story building is MJF’s down- NEED TO UPSIZE, DOWNSIZE OR TRANSITION TO RETIREMENT COMMUNITY? town office and was built in 1973 by Edward Durell Stone. It houses the following Milwau- Allow me to be your agent! kee Jewish Federation programs and services: • Coalition for Jewish Learning (CJL) • Go Jewish! • Israel Center • J-Pride — LGBT Jews & Allies PART OF MILWAUKEE’S • Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) JEWISH COMMUNITY • Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) FOR MORE THAN • Jewish Museum Milwaukee A CENTURY • Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center (HERC) law.marquette.edu • One Happy Camper • Shalom Baby • Shalom Milwaukee • Teen Philanthropy • Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle (WJC) • Women’s Philanthropy • Young Leadership Division (YLD) A tapestry designed by Marc Chagall occupies the south wall of our atrium. To the north of the building, visitors will see the Holocaust Memorial designed by Milwaukee-born artist, Claire Lieberman, in 1983. The Evan & Marion Helfaer Community Service Building is owned and managed by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

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J-Pride Milwaukee — members of our Jewish community and to connect socially LGBT Jews & Allies through our regular meetups. Shalom Baby is supported 1360 N . Prospect Ave . by a grant from the Tikkun Olam Foundation, Inc. Milwaukee, WI 53202 Shalom Baby is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. (414) 390-5733 Shalom Milwaukee Facebook: J-Pride Milwaukee - LGBT Jews & Allies 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Contact: Anna Goldstein, Milwaukee, WI 53202 AnnaG@MilwaukeeJewish .org (414) 390-5733 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 J-Pride Milwaukee - LGBT Jews & Allies is the LGBTQ MilwaukeeJewish.org outreach and inclusion initiative of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. The program invites lesbian, gay, Facebook: Facebook .com/groups/ShalomMilwaukee bisexual, transgender, intersex and questioning Jewish Contact: Anna Goldstein, people, their friends and allies in the greater Milwaukee AnnaG@MilwaukeeJewish .org area to connect socially through our regular meetups. Shalom Milwaukee welcomes newcomers and recent return- J-Pride also helps to connect LGBTQ+ Jewish people, ers to the Milwaukee Jewish community with an introductory friends and allies to other LGBTQ+ affirming advocacy cup of locally-roasted coffee and gift, and that’s just the start! programs and networks, such as Milwaukee PrideFest. The program provides information and invites newcomers to J-Pride Milwaukee is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. become engaged members of the local community and offers opportunities to connect with people and organizations both Jewish Community Foundation socially and professionally through our regular meetups. 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Shalom Milwaukee is a program of the Milwaukee, WI 53202 Milwaukee Jewish Federation. (414) 390-5737 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 Executive Director: Caren Goldberg, CarenG@MilwaukeeJewish .org MILWAUKEE JEWISH FREE LOAN ASSOCIATION (MJFLA) Chair: Greg Marcus 409 E . Silver Spring Dr . The Jewish Community Foundation was established in Milwaukee, WI 53217 1973 as the endowment development program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. The Foundation offers (414) 961-1500 • Fax: (844) 881-9458 highly-personalized assistance to donors at all levels and MJFLA.org from all walks of life in managing their philanthropic assets Contact: Ginny Gendelman wisely to serve the greater good. With the expertise required MJFLA provides interest-free loans to those with temporary to structure and manage planned giving programs, the financial needs. We offer a hand-up instead of a handout, Foundation’s staff assists individuals and families in achieving promoting self-sufficiency with dignity. Offering inter- their philanthropic goals in the most tax-advantaged est-free loans instead of charity, furthering the concept of manner. The Jewish Community Foundation is a strong Gemilut Chesed (acts of loving kindness). MJFLA provides financial partner, committed to helping donors realize their confidential loans on a non-sectarian basis to people individual dreams for a stronger, healthier community. whose needs meet established criteria and who are unable The Jewish Community Foundation is a program to obtain loans from conventional sources. As loans are of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. repaid, MJFLA recycles those funds into new loans.

Shalom Baby 1360 N . Prospect Ave . N’SHEI OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee, WI 53202 Confidential voicemail: (414) 939-6659 (414) 390-5733 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 NSheiMilwaukee@gmail .com Facebook: Facebook .com/groups/ShalomBaby N’Shei of Milwaukee is a community based organization committed to doing acts of Chesed. Our goal is to alleviate Contact: Anna Goldstein, the stress on individuals and families during challenging AnnaG@MilwaukeeJewish .org or extraordinary times. Our efforts are directed toward Shalom Baby welcomes new babies to the Milwaukee Jewish making a complicated time just a little bit easier to community. By extending a hand of friendship to fami- manage. Because we are a volunteer organization, we rely lies who have recently experienced the birth or adoption on our members to keep us efficient and dependable. of a child, the program invites families to become engaged There are opportunities for anyone who wants to

44 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin Resources help, and we believe that every person’s contribution Learning programs put projects into a Jewish context. Spon- makes a difference. If you would like to volunteer or sors include Congregations Anshai Lebowitz, Emanu-El if we can help you in any way, please contact us. B’ne Jeshurun, Beth Israel Ner Tamid, Shir Hadash, Sinai, Shalom, Lake Park Synagogue, Temple Menorah and Hillel Milwaukee. People from throughout the Jewish community, PHILLIP KATZ – regardless of affiliation, participate in Tikkun Ha-Ir activities. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT LLC Design Planning — Management Cell: (414) 467-5442 TORAH FOUNDATION OF MILWAUKEE PhillipKatz.com 3259 N . 51st Blvd . Milwaukee, WI 53216 Phillip Katz-Project Development LLC has been offering professional development and construction services (414) 447-7999 • Fax: (414) 751-5123 since 1999. Under the direction of owner Phillip Katz, President: Rabbi Michel Twerski the company has grown into a full service project The Foundation raises money to help offset the management, development, and architectural consulting operating expenses of local Jewish institutions, in company. The firm has delivered services to a diverse support of their missions and goals, and engages group of clients, including sacred institutions. in community development projects. PKPD provides design services of Jewish sacred space, mikvot, synagogues, schools, liturgical furniture, as well as communal spaces. Katz’s liturgical work is firmly rooted in tradition and WISCONSIN COUNCIL OF RABBIS culture, imaginatively conceived in order to inspire, educate 7630 N . Santa Monica Blvd . and delight, and all his work is crafted and detailed to the Fox Point, WI 53217 highest standards of quality, materials, and workmanship. (414) 352-9288 President: Rabbi Rachel Marks SHARSHERET SUPPORTS MILWAUKEE Greater Wisconsin VP: Rabbi Shaina Bachrach JCC: Mona Cohen, (414) 967-8249 Vice President: Rabbi Jessica Barolsky JFS: Donna Triplett, (414) 225-1345 Treasurer: Rabbi Mitchell (Mordechai R .) Cohen Sharsheret: Melissa Rosen, (866) 474-2774 Our vision is to be the primary forum for rabbis within Sharsheret, Hebrew for “chain,” is a national not-for- Wisconsin’s diverse rabbinical community — including profit organization supporting women, of all Jewish those who serve congregations, organizations, chaplaincies, backgrounds and their families, who are facing breast communal service agencies, and schools — for enhancing or ovarian cancer. If you or someone you know has and expanding the Rabbinate’s role in the betterment of been diagnosed or is looking for information on genetic the Jewish people and the world at large, while providing testing, Sharsheret can help. For a confidential conver- a spiritual environment for rabbis to promote Klal Yisrael, sation and connection to local and national supportive learn together, grow professionally and build bridges services to meet your personal needs, please call today. both within the Jewish community and to other faiths. A partnership between Sharsheret, the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center and Jewish Family Services. WISCONSIN JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY TIKKUN HA-IR OF MILWAUKEE (414) 915-2306 P .O . Box 090287 President: Marilyn Lane, MerriLane@me com. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Our emphasis is on strategies of gathering information (414) 501-3618 about those long gone, finding where we come from, THI-Milwaukee.org and recording this information. Executive Director: Sami Stein Avner, WJGS promotes research and educates members Sami@THI-Milwaukee org. about collection and preservation of records and President: Paula Lorant provides assistance with research. It maintains a collec- Tikkun Ha-Ir (Repairing the City) of Milwaukee provides tion of genealogical materials at the Jewish Museum opportunities to build a just Milwaukee through study, Milwaukee. Beginner assistance is available for those action and civic engagement. Volunteer opportunities who have developed an interest in family research, address poverty issues that many Milwaukeeans face. and family reunion support is also available.

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 45 Serving Wisconsin with trust, experience Seniors and integrity: The home selling team of Bruce & Jeanne Nemovitz DEERWOOD CROSSING SENIOR RESIDENCES A JFS Housing Development 4195 W . Bradley Rd . Brown Deer, WI 53209 (414) 354-4700 JFSHousing.org Contact: Daniel Fleischman, Vice President Housing and Residential Services, DFleishman@JFSHousing .org Property Manager: ACC Management Group, (414) 354-4700 Deerwood Crossing is a beautifully-designed and afford- ably-priced assisted and independent living facility with a kind and caring staff. Deerwood offers a high level of amenities, www.SeniorRealtor.com including a dining room that serves three meals a day, an Bruce & Jeanne Nemovitz exercise room, a library/computer lab, and daily activities. (262) 242-6177 | [email protected] Studio, one-and-two bedroom apartments feature full kitchens and give seniors the flexibility to live in the same apartment as their needs change and they “age in place.” Residents can

INTEGRITY choose supportive services as needed, including medication administration, laundry, housekeeping, wellness checks, a facility-wide Life Alert system, transportation to medical appointments, and a nurse on staff for health care needs. TM A Gift of Time, LLC Deerwood Crossing is a partner in serving the Prepare to be Moved community with Jewish Family Services.

Senior Move Managers & Professional Organizers GOLDA MEIR HOUSE MOVING ~ RELOCATION ~ RIGHT SIZING ~ PACKING 1567 N . Prospect Ave . SET-UP ~ HOARDING ~ CHRONIC DISORGANIZATION Milwaukee, WI 53202 RESOURCE REFERRAL NETWORKS (414) 224-0808 Contact: Viktoriya Rubinshteyn, Service Manager, Guidance through overwhelming and emotional transitions VRubinshteyn@JFSMilw .org Proudly serving Southeastern Wisconsin since 1995 Property Manager: Metropolitan Associates, 414.510.9695 | www.agiftoftime.net | [email protected] (414) 276-1515

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Golda Meir House provides independent tion forms and other important documents. Social services living for low-income seniors. for Nazi victims have been supported by a grant from the It is owned by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany. Social services are provided by Jewish Family Services. Translation Services 1300 N . Jackson St . JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES (JFS) Milwaukee, WI 53202 Late Life Counseling (414) 390-5800 1300 N . Jackson St . JFSMilw.org Milwaukee, WI 53202 Contact: Lena Vusiker, Resettlement (414) 390-5800 Program Manager, LVusiker@JFSmilw .org JFSMilw.org JFS offers interpretation and translation services for Contact: Clinical Services Coordinator persons who speak Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, Hebrew and Yiddish. Care Managers can provide translation of The focus is to assess and treat psychological conditions important correspondence, including medical and other that interfere with the quality of life for homebound bills, and serve as a liaison between the client and different older adults. Depression, anxiety, isolation, loss of organizations by composing/translating important letters, loved ones, declining health, and financial worries are filling out forms, etc. Care Managers can also assist the some of the issues addressed. Treatment is provided client with interpretation at doctor’s appointments, medi- in the home and may include family members or care- ation for family issues and conflicts, such as guardianship givers. Must be a Milwaukee County resident, age 60 documentation, medical insurance for children and more. or older and have physical or emotional difficulties which limit the ability to access outpatient services. LinkAges/Geriatric Care Management JEWISH HOME & CARE CENTER FOUNDATION 1300 N . Jackson St . Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 721-9260 Ovation.org (414) 390-5800 JFSMilw.org President: Michael I . Sattell Vice President of Development: Tanya Mazor- Contact: Clinical Services Coordinator Posner The goal of LinkAges/Geriatric Care Management is to Chairman of the Board: Joshua L . Gimbel help older adults stay in their own homes through care management services. A JFS care manager will come The Jewish Home & Care Center Foundation was to you to conduct an assessment and determine the created to assure that the important mission of the options, resources, and types of support and assistance Jewish Home and Care Center continues and to secure that is needed. Services may include: care coordina- the future for the next century. Endowments created tion; monitoring and evaluation; offering a liaison for within the Foundation by donors and friends allow families who do not live nearby; and providing refer- the Ovation Jewish Home, Ovation Chai Point and rals to caregivers and other services as needed. the Ovation Sarah Chudnow Communities to enhance the lives of residents in numerous ways. Our mission Social Services For Russian speaks to the strength of our Foundation in being Speaking Population (SSRS) able to work with families and provide services for their loved ones, regardless of their ability to pay. 1300 N . Jackson St . Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 390-5800 KOACH JFSMilw.org Director: Diane Sobel, Contact: Lena Vusiker, Resettlement DSobel@JCCMilwaukee .org • (414) 967-8258 Program Manager, LVusiker@JFSmilw org. JCCMilwaukee.org Russian/English-speaking staff at JFS provides assistance Meaning “strength” in Hebrew, KOACH is the to older Limited English Proficient (LEP) adults who popular adult program that brings together speak Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, Hebrew and Yiddish. Milwaukee area newcomers, semi-retired retirees, Services include: help with housing matters and obtaining members of synagogues and Harry & Rose Samson benefits, interpretation and translation of medical bills Family Jewish Community Center members. and other correspondence, and assistance with immigra-

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KOACH reflects the vigor of this region’s Jewish community Housing for the elderly age 62 and older. Affordable, by representing the JCC and five Milwaukee synagogues accessible, subsidized independent living apartments including Congregations Beth Israel Ner Tamid, Emanu-El owned by Millennium Foundation. Managed B’ne Jeshurun, Shalom and Sinai, and Temple Menorah. by Millennium Professional Management. The program provides lunch and an entertaining program designed for this special audience. Reservations are required. OVATION CHAI POINT Koach Birthday Klub 1400 N . Prospect Ave . Contact: Diane Sobel, Milwaukee, WI 53202 DSobel@JCCMilwaukee .org • (414) 967-8258 (414) 289-9600 JCCMilwaukee.org/KOACH Info@Ovation .org Make a homebound older adult’s special day even Ovation.org more special. Invite a volunteer to celebrate a birth- President: Michael I . Sattell day with treats, surprises and a one-hour visit. Executive Director: Trish Cohn Chairman of the Board: Howard Loeb LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN Ovation Chai Point offers elegant hi-rise living on Senior Connection Milwaukee’s east side. Independent Living includes spacious one- two- and three-bedroom floor plans. (414) 803-2748 Assisted Living in one bedroom and studio apartments ChabadWI.org/Seniors includes assistance with activities of daily living, as Director: Chedva Federman, needed. No entrance fees. The beautiful two-story Join4Justice@yahoo .com Lakefront Dining Room offers delicious kosher dining. Senior Connection is dedicated to serving all Jews Indoor swimming, a fitness room, library, salon, bank throughout Wisconsin with Ahavat Yisrael — an and other amenities are all accessible. Our well-known unconditional love and concern, regardless of background activities and events are open to the community. or affiliation. Our inter-generational program promotes sharing stories, Jewish experiences, and knowledge among Lakeside Senior Enrichment Program the generations. We arrange social events, educational 1410 N . Prospect Ave . programs, holiday celebrations, and work with nursing Milwaukee, WI 53202 homes, retirement communities, and individuals to (414) 289-9600 help with specific needs, home visits, and more. Info@Ovation .org Senior Connection is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Ovation.org Contact: Trish Cohn MAURICE S. SURLOW The Lakeside Senior Enrichment program offers a SENIOR RESIDENCES delicious luncheon weekdays and a wide variety of inter- esting and engaging activities, art classes, exercise and 2940-2964 N . Bartlett Ave . social opportunities for adults from around the city. Milwaukee, WI 53211 This program is supported by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. (414) 390-5800 • (414) 962-7703 Case Manager: Alla Kotlyarsky, AKotlyarsky@JFSMilw .org OVATION JEWISH HOME Property Manager: Reilly-Joseph, (414) 271-5201 1414 N . Prospect Ave . The Surlow Senior Residences provide independent living Milwaukee, WI 53202 for low-income seniors who are age 62 and older. (414) 276-2627 The apartments are owned by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. Info@Ovation .org Social services are provided by Jewish Family Services. Ovation.org President: Michael I . Sattell Administrator: Samer Abadeer OAKWOOD APARTMENTS Admissions Coordinator: Elisabeth Blischke 10833 N . Port Washington Rd . Mequon, WI 53092 Chairman of the Board: Robin Irwin (262) 241-8548 At Ovation Jewish Home, the Fifth Commandment is at the heart of everything we do. We combine a team

48 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin Seniors of skilled professionals who develop excellent care in Public Museum, Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute a beautiful setting. Physical, occupational, speech and and the Aging and Disability Resource Center. outpatient therapy services are available. Personalized activity therapy fosters independence and provides • R & R Club tools that enable residents to return to community This club offers active individuals experiencing living. Long-term skilled nursing services are available memory loss at an early age opportunities to partic- for people with disabilities, dementia and Alzheimer’s ipate in cultural events and interactive experiences. disease. Respite and palliative care services are also This innovative program improves quality of life provided. We offer delicious kosher cuisine, a café, through meaningful social connections. It is the first our unique Gift Shop, beauty/barber shop and other “model program” in Wisconsin to serve individuals amenities, and are Medicare/Medicaid certified. under the age of 65. Club enrollment required. Club members meet every Friday from 9 am–1 pm. Adult Day Services Each 4-hour session includes: 1410 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 – Coffee and light snack at Rubenstein Family Kosher Oasis and Art Gallery (414) 277-8849 – Engaging community outing with Executive Director: Trish Cohn experienced staff and volunteers Director of Day Services: Dawn Adler, R .T . – Lunch with a lakeside view or local restaurant Social Worker: Dana Rubin-Winkelman, – Stress and relaxation techniques MSW, CAPSW, (414) 721-9249 President: Michael I . Sattell • ReCharge! An interactive brain and body fitness • Adult Day Center class that teaches strategies to improve A creative, interactive program that focuses on memory, focus, and concentration. living well. Compassionate support services, activ- Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 am–2 pm — Ovation Chai ities and socialization enable members to continue Point private dining room. living at home with the benefits of joining a lively Wednesdays 10 am–2 pm — Ovation community of friends. Open Monday – Friday Sarah Chudnow in Mequon. 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Includes personal care, nurs- ing supervision, a full array of therapies, Jewish programming, and health and wellness services. • Spark! A free program for caregivers and their loved ones • Memory Café experiencing beginning to mid-stage memory loss. Miss Katie’s Diner (winter months) This collaborative program with Jewish Museum 1900 W . Clybourn St . Milwaukee combines care and featured exhibits. Milwaukee, WI 53233 Specially-trained museum educators engage partic- ipants in lively discussions. Generally meets the Pitch’s Express and McKinley Marina first Friday of each month 10–11:30 am. Register at (summer months) the Jewish Museum Milwaukee at 414-390-5742. 1750 N . Lincoln Memorial Dr . Milwaukee, WI 53202 Memory Cafés are places where people with MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment), early-stage Alzhei- mer’s or a related dementia can be with their care partners to socialize and have fun with others dealing Congressman with a similar situation. They are free and provide a time to put aside the diagnosis, while having a Glenn Grothman great time connecting with each other as a family 6th Congressional District or creating new friends in a community setting. Fighting for Our Values Third Wednesday of every month 2:30-4 pm. Register: First time attendees please call the (920) 933-3009 Alzheimer’s Association at (800) 272-3900. [email protected] Partners with Pitch’s Express, the Alzheimer’s Association, Milwaukee County Department on Aging, Milwaukee

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Hand in Hand, Volunteer and cognitive abilities for all of our residents. Medicare Partners in Caring and Medicaid certified, we offer flexible and individu- 1414 N . Prospect Ave . alized therapies and promote meaningful activities to Milwaukee, WI 53202 stimulate the senses and enhance cognitive awareness. Examples include homemade cooking, massage and (414) 277-8848 music therapy as well as Monya’s Garden, a rooftop Chair: Mary Anne Selby patio with space for residents to enjoy nature outdoors. The purpose of Hand in Hand, Volunteer Partners in Caring, is to further the mission of the Ovation Jewish Home by providing volunteer and financial OVATION SARAH CHUDNOW support. Our members enhance the lives of residents 10995 N . Market St . and provide direct services to residents through volun- Mequon, WI 53092 teer service and sponsorships of staff, community and (262) 478-1500 board-initiated programs. Hand in Hand also sponsors Info@Ovation .org the gift shop at the Ovation Jewish Home. Caring Ovation.org Partners, an offshoot of Hand in Hand, provides volunteers for residents at end of life, ensuring that President: Michael I . Sattell no one at any of our communities need to die alone. Executive Director: John Lawson Chairman of the Board: Todd Brachman Helen Bader Center at Ovation Jewish Home Ovation Sarah Chudnow is a beautiful five-star commu- nity surrounded by 19-acres of peaceful nature in 1410 N . Prospect Ave . Mequon. Our stylish independent apartments include Milwaukee, WI 53202 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms with washers and dryers. For Ovation.org people who want assistance with daily living activities, President: Michael I . Sattell the Assisted Living Center offers 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms and studios. We also provide intimate memory care Administrator: Samer Abadeer suites and long-term care services as well as a state-of- Renovated in 2013 and internationally known for our the-art rehabilitation center with in-house therapists. award-winning design, innovative programming and Concerts, lectures and political forums bring the commitment to research, offers a nurturing, caring community to our Posner Square, where you will environment for residents with Alzheimer’s and related also find our synagogue, gift shop, café, and hair dementia. Our goal is to maximize functional, social salon. There are no entrance or endowment fees.

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50 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin Synagogues • Milwaukee MILWAUKEE A Orthodox A Conservative ANSHE SFARD KEHILLAT TORAH 6717 N . Green Bay Ave . CONGREGATION BETH Glendale, WI 53209 ISRAEL NER TAMID (414) 228-9296 6880 N . Green Bay Ave . Rabbi: Wes Kalmar Glendale, WI 53209 Emeritus: Nachman Levine (414) 352-7310 Office@CBINTMilwaukee org. Administrative Coordinator: Carrie Barbakoff CBINTMilwaukee.org Presidents: Steve Baruch, Ben Karan Rabbi: Joel Alter Located in a tree-lined suburban neighborhood, ASKT Rabbi Emeritus: Herbert G . Panitch is a warm family-friendly shul. There are prayer services morning and evening. We offer many classes, and our Hazzan: Jeremy Stein programming includes: Shabbat children’s services, Executive Director: Don Shane daily Talmud study, Cholent Madness, weekly classes of President: Richard Strait various types and special events throughout the year. We have a large kosher kitchen and a social hall that Education Director: Jennifer Saber provides sit-down dining for 200 people for rental and As Wisconsin’s largest conservative congrega- special events. Everyone is warmly welcomed at ASKT tion, we have been part of the Milwaukee Jewish and everyone is invited to come and visit and try it out. community for over 100 years. We are egalitar- ian and affiliated with the United Synagogue of . We offer religious, educa- BAIS DOVID tional, and social programming. Celebrate life cycle events in our beautiful sanctuary and social hall, the 3365 N . 54th St . region’s largest and most elegant kosher facility. Milwaukee, WI 53216 Our School of Jewish Studies meets students’ (414) 403-3352 individual needs in a nurturing, engag- KMKMilwaukee@gmail .com ing educational environment. Rabbi: Dovid Eisenbach Administrator: Abie Eisenbach TEMPLE MENORAH Chazan: Rabbi Moshe Gilden 9363 N . 76th St . Educational Director: Rabbi A . Peiker Milwaukee, WI 53223 Ba’al Ko’rei: Mr . Joel Saltzman (414) 355-1120 • Fax: (414) 355-1122 Treasurer: Mike Kleinman TempleMenorah.com Bais Dovid is a small heimeshe shteible that was Rabbi: Gil-Ezer Lerer started 24 years ago when Agudas Achim closed President: Dr . Paul Levine its doors with the blessings of Rabbi M. Twerski. Temple Menorah is large in ritual yet intimate There is only a shabbos and yom tov minyan. in atmosphere. We are a traditional Jewish community, overflowing with a rich Milwaukee history, yet brimming with diversity. CONGREGATION ANSHAI LEBOWITZ Temple Menorah offers religious, social, educational 2415 W . Mequon Rd . and youth-based activities year-round. Daily minyans, Mequon, WI 53092 stimulating adult education and congregational (262) 512-1195 services are the cornerstones of our family, and our AnshaiLebowitz@gmail .com Men’s Club and Sisterhood sponsor social activities. Our youth are educated about Jewish culture Facebook: Facebook .com/Congregation- and appreciation of our heritage. We are proud Anshai-Lebowitz-115871015101236 to guarantee affordable synagogue affiliation. Rabbi: David Korngold

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Co-Presidents: Ruth Ann LAKE PARK SYNAGOGUE Guthmann & Maggi Treager 3207 N . Hackett Ave . Anshai Lebowitz provides a warm, Modern Orthodox Milwaukee, WI 53211 environment “with an inclusive approach” appealing to (414) 962-5508 • Fax: (414) 964-2837 all ages, backgrounds, levels of observance, and seating Info@LakeParkSynagogue .org preferences. Services are held Saturdays and Holidays at LakeParkSynagogue.org 9:45 am followed with complete dairy Kiddush lunches. Religious educational opportunities include school for Rabbi: Joel Dinin children ages 5-8, bar and bat mitzvah instruction, and President: Jay H . Beder adult programs. Social activities include monthly Shabbat This vibrant and growing Modern Orthodox synagogue dinners, holiday/special events, and an active Women’s is located in a beautiful converted East Side home near Group. The synagogue owns and maintains a cemetery. the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus. Shabbat and holidays are celebrated in a warm, accepting and welcoming atmosphere that encourages partici- CONGREGATION BETH JEHUDAH pation and personal growth. Educational and social 3100 N . 52nd St . programs are offered throughout the year. Univer- Milwaukee, WI 53216 sity faculty, students and the entire community are (414) 442-5730 welcome to Friday evening and Saturday morning and BethJehudah@gmail .com evening services and to all synagogue functions. BethJehudah.org Rabbi: Michel Twerski LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN Assistant Rabbi: Benzion Twerski Chabad Lubavitch Torah Center Chaim Twerski Assistant Rabbi: 6791 N . Green Bay Ave . Administrator: Cheryl Armstrong Glendale, WI 53209 President: Gerardo Krisztal (414) 316-4646 The Orthodox synagogue is the hub of a growing ChabadWI.org/cltc community on Milwaukee’s West Side, which Director: Rabbi Mendel Shmotkin, includes Yeshiva Elementary School and the RMS@ChabadWI .org Milwaukee Kollel-Center for Jewish Studies. Chabad Lubavitch Torah Center serves the Glendale Beth Jehudah is open to Jews who want to learn more area, and the many unaffiliated who use its services. about their religion and grow in their religious practice, Its warm, accepting environment, easy-to-follow and its members welcome Shabbos and holiday visitors. prayer style, stimulating discussion and learning Congregants are active in charitable work, community opportunities, make it a synagogue for all worshippers service and religious life, and participate in the life regardless of affiliation or background; offering of the integrated Sherman Park neighborhood. community Sabbath and holiday services, social events, Torah classes, mitzvah/holiday needs, counseling, lifecycle services and holiday celebrations. KOHL FAMILY SYNAGOGUE Chabad Lubavitch Torah Center is an Ovation Jewish Home affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. 1414 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 Chabad of the East Side (414) 277-8839 3030 E . Kenwood Blvd . Milwaukee, WI 53211 Ovation.org (414) 316-4643 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 Rabbi: Levi Emmer, LEmmer@Ovation .org ChabadOfTheEastSide.com Residents and their families gather in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The synagogue provides daily services Rabbi: Yisroel Lein, RabbiLein@ChabadWI org. Sunday- Friday afternoons at 4 pm. Shabbat and holiday The Shul East offers daily, Shabbat and holiday services, services begin at 9 am with a Kiddush following for resi- a variety of community programming, holiday events dents and guests at 11:30 am. The community is invited and life cycle celebrations. Adult study includes to worship with us, including on Shabbat and Festivals. an array of class offerings and Torah readings.

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Shabbat services are held Friday night at sunset The Shul and Saturday morning at 9:30 am, followed by 8825 N . Lake Dr . a delicious Kiddush luncheon at 12 pm. Daily Bayside, WI 53217 morning services are held at 7 am and 8 am on Sundays. Evening service times vary by season. (414) 228-8000 ShulCenter.org The Chabad of the East Side is an affili- ate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Director: Rabbi Cheski Edelman, RabbiCheski@ChadbadWI org. Chabad of Waukesha Program Director: Chava Edelman 1222 E . Broadway The Shul in Bayside prides itself on being a second Waukesha, WI 53186 home to its members and Shul friends by creating a (262) 563-9770 one-of-a-kind atmosphere that focuses on the innate JewishWaukesha.com goodness in each Jew, and the common bonds we share. While offering daily and Shabbat minyan services, Director: Rabbi Levi Brook, Rabbi@JewishWaukesha .com The Shul is more than just a place to pray. The Shul’s focus on community building imbues its programming Serving the greater Waukesha and Brookfield area with a sense of family and friendship. Programs at with all Jewish needs, Chabad of Waukesha offers the shul include spirited community Shabbat dinners the community Sabbath and holiday services, and child-focused Family Friday Nights, lively social events, Torah classes, mitzvah and holiday holiday celebrations, ladies’ Shabbat gatherings, kid’s needs: tefillin, mezuzot, lulov, and esrog, shalach birthday club, guest lecturers, weekly classes, family manot and shmurah matzah. It conducts commu- hikes, and of course, beautiful life cycle events. nity-wide Chanukah, Sukkot, and Purim holiday All are welcome to participate in the Shul’s events and celebrations and monthly Jewish Woman Circle. programs, to study, pray, rejoice, grow and find meaning. The Chabad of Waukesha is an affili- The Shul is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. ate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

Congregation Agudas Achim Chabad OHR HATORAH 2233 W . Mequon Rd . 7020 N . Green Bay Ave . Mequon, WI 53092 Glendale, WI 53209 (262) 242-2235 • Fax: (262) 242-9516 (414) 228-8930 Hebrew school: (262) 242-2235 TheJewishGift@yahoo .com ChabadMequon.org TorahInMilwaukee.com Rabbi: Dovid Rapoport Rabbi: Akiva Freilich Program Director: Rabbi Moshe Rapoport Looking for a comfortable environment where you President: Mr . Aaron Katz can learn what prayer is all about? Ohr HaTorah is the Congregation Agudas Achim Chabad is place for you. Warm and spirited services with stim- a popular synagogue where Jews from all ulating learning sessions and great company. We are backgrounds can discover their Jewish roots. user-friendly and geared to all levels of observance. CAAC offers a variety of educational and spiri- tual opportunities, including classes and lectures, Friday night dinners and Shabbaton, and family A and social activities. In the spirit of Chabad, Reconstructionist traditional Jewish values are brought to life in a joyous, non-judgmental atmosphere. CONGREGATION SHIR HADASH The Peltz Hebrew School meets every Sunday and Tues- 2717 E . Hampshire Ave . day. Children are taught, in addition to Hebrew reading Milwaukee, WI 53211 and writing, about our rich heritage and traditions. The school provides a complete bar/bat mitzvah program. Mailing: P O. . Box 170632 CAAC is a division of the Peltz Center for Jewish Milwaukee, WI 53217 Life and an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 53 Celebrate the Sounds of Life! Synagogues • Milwaukee Experience all the joyful conversations (414) 297-9159 with your family and friends. Info@ShirMKE .com Call Dr. Sarah Holschuh, Audiologist, ShirMKE.com for an evaluation of your hearing. Rabbi: Michal Woll Rabbi Emeritus: David Brusin President: Jason Steigman 11649 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon Congregation Shir Hadash is an inclusive, progres- 262-241-3144 sive, and participatory spiritual community, located hearingclinicofmequon.com on Milwaukee’s East side. We are guided by Recon- M-Th 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Fri 8:30 am-noon structionist philosophy, blending engagement with Jewish tradition and culture with a commitment to contemporary values. Our Shabbat and Holy Day services are highlighted by music, creativity, and interaction. We offer a diverse array of activi- ties including social events, Jewish learning, social action programs and legendary potluck meals.

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54 n A Guide to Jewish Wisconsin Synagogues • Milwaukee engage with our community and give back to our world. pretation of Judaism with tradition, resulting in a rich In addition to our inspirational worship services in our and fulfilling connection to Jewish life and spirituality. beautiful building, we provide social activities, adult Our Early Childhood program provides monthly oppor- and family programming, and an outstanding religious tunities for our young families, and our religious and school. We are a warm and caring community commit- Hebrew school offers hands-on Jewish education for ted to social justice, learning and healing the world. students in K4-12th grade. We offer family program- ming, adult education classes, social and community building activities as well as many other engaging CONGREGATION EMANU-EL opportunities. We are proud to offer youth group OF WAUKESHA programming for students in first through twelfth grade. 830 W . Moreland Blvd . Our vibrant congregation is home to just Waukesha, WI 53188 under 1,000 families and provides a warm, (262) 547-7180 spiritual, and communal environment. WaukeshaTemple.org Spiritual Leader: Cantor Deborah Martin, SpiritualLeader@WaukeshaTemple .org CONGREGATION SINAI 8223 N . Port Washington Rd . Education Director: Carrie Barbakoff Milwaukee, WI 53217 President: Ann Meyers (414) 352-2970 • Fax: (414) 352-0944 CEEW, the Reform synagogue in Waukesha County, CongregationSinai.org is growing, vibrant and egalitarian, welcoming Jewish Rabbi: David Cohen and interfaith families, providing a K-Confirmation education and programs for all ages, beginning with Rabbi Emeritus: Jay R . Brickman preschool. We are dedicated to the spiritual, educational Cantor: Richard Newman and social needs of our diverse membership in a warm Director of Education: Brian Avner environment. We blend a liberal interpretation of Juda- ism with tradition, resulting in a fulfilling connection Director of Administration: Karen Berk to Jewish life and spirituality. Our intimate size allows Director of Engagement: Jen Friedman clergy and congregants to know each other personally. President: Nick Padway Intimate. At Sinai, you’ll be noticed. People will CONGREGATION SHALOM greet you and want to hear your story. Every member of the community is valued and essen- Member of the Union for Reform Judaism tial. The relationship between congregants, rabbi, 7630 N . Santa Monica Blvd . cantor and staff is a sacred partnership based Milwaukee, WI 53217 upon mutual respect, shared Jewish commitment, (414) 352-9288 • Fax: (414) 352-9280 and ongoing Jewish growth. Cong-Shalom.org Inclusive. We welcome you from wherever you’ve Senior Rabbi: Noah Chertkoff come. At Sinai, you’ll find people who were born Jewish, converted to Judaism or are in an interfaith Assistant Rabbi: Jenn Mangold relationship; multi-cultural, multi-racial, and Cantor: Karen Berman multi-ethnic families; and LBGTQ individuals, Associate Rabbi, Director of couples and families. We meet you where you are. Congregational Learning: Rachel Marks Innovative. Sinai is on the forefront of innovative change. We foster a culture where innovative risk Rabbi Emeritus: Ronald M . Shapiro taking is encouraged. This ensures Sinai will be a Executive Director (primary contact): place where Judaism’s most cherished values find Linda N . Holifield a foothold in today’s world and add a sense of Director of Synagogue Relations: meaning and a sense of purpose to our lives. Abby Habush Schroeder Intentional. Sinai serves as a warm and welcoming President: Beth Silver gathering place, a place to worship, to be inspired through music, to be challenged by life’s essential As the largest congregation in Wisconsin, we provide questions and to seek answers through learning programs, services, and pastoral care to meet the variety and a commitment to a just and better world. of needs of our congregants. We blend a liberal inter-

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Rabbi: Shlomo Wing A Unaffiliated B’Nai Abraham, a Reform congregation, was originally founded in 1907 as an Orthodox synagogue. This inti- mate congregation of approximately 40 families serves RUTH COLEMAN SYNAGOGUE the Beloit, Janesville, Edgerton, Whitewater, Delavan, Ovation Sarah Chudnow Lake Geneva and Northern Illinois communities. 10995 N . Market St . Shabbat services are held twice monthly. Services Mequon, WI 53092 and celebrations focus on the family. This very (262) 478-1500 active, small congregation opens its doors to any Ovation.org person and/or family wishing to worship, learn and socialize with us, even during the High Holidays. Rabbi: Steven Adams, SAdams@Ovation .org The community is welcome to worship with us on Shabbat and Festivals. Call for schedules, or watch the Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle for High Holiday and A Eau Claire Passover listings. Walk-ins are always welcome.

TEMPLE SHOLOM WISCONSIN 1223 Emery St . Eau Claire, WI 54701 Mailing Address: A Appleton P .O . Box 1059 Eau Claire, WI 54702 (715) 832-1231 MOSES MONTEFIORE CONGREGATION TempleSholomwi.org 1620 N . Meade St . Rabbi: Shosh (Susan) Dworsky Appleton, WI 54911 President: Danielle Pilkin (920) 733-1848 Moses .Montefiore@aol com. This small, active congregation sponsors monthly or MosesMontefioreSynagogue.com semi-monthly Shabbat services and community dinners, high holiday services, a community Passover Seder and Rabbi: Kenneth Katz programs on Sukkot and Purim. There are Jewish educa- Board Chairman: Eric Wolfe tional and cultural programs for children and adults. President: Jerry Zabronsky Moses Montefiore Congregation is an egalitarian, conservative congregation, serving families in Appleton and the Fox Cities A area since 1903. We have an active Sisterhood, educational Green Bay opportunities for children and adults, social action projects, and hold worship services and social events throughout the LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN year. Friday evening Sabbath services are at 7:30 pm and conclude with Oneg Shabbat. Once a month, Friday night Chabad of the Bay Area services are at 6:45 pm. We hold Saturday Shabbat services 3607 Libal St . about twice a month at 9:30 am followed by kiddish. Green Bay, WI 54301 (920) 288-2252 ChabadOfTheBayArea@gmail .com A Beloit Director: Rabbi Michoel Feinstein Chabad of the Bay Area serves the Jewish religious and cultural needs of the northeast upper Wisconsin CONGREGATION B’NAI ABRAHAM area. It offers ongoing group and individual Torah 2400 Oxford Ln . classes and seeks to encourage every aspect of Jewish Beloit, WI 53511 life. It maintains Shabbat and weekday services and offers participation in Shabbat and holiday cele- (608) 364-4916 brations. It provides religious articles: Mezuzah, RabbiWing@gmail .com Shabbat candle holders, Teflin, Matzos and more. BeloitBnaiAbraham.org

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Chabad of the Bay Area embraces all Jews regardless gogue is a National Historic Landmark, situated of background, knowledge and observance. on Library Square near Kenosha’s lakefront. Chabad of the Bay Area is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. We offer a full range of services, including Shabbat and holiday worship, religious and Hebrew schools, youth groups for grades 6-12, CONGREGATION CNESSES ISRAEL adult education, preschool programs, social 222 S . Baird St . action activities and social experiences. Green Bay, WI 54301 The congregation has approximately 130 member (920) 437-4841 units, and our vibrant Reform Jewish congregation CCI .Info .GB@gmail .com is dedicated to the spiritual, educational and Cnesses.org social needs of its diverse membership. Rabbi: Moishe Steigmann, Rabbi MoisheSteigmann@gmail. .com LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN Contact past presidents: Lorna Kaye Chabad of Kenosha (920) 435-1675 or Sandra Burrows (920) 468-7566 6522 87th Ave . Cnesses Israel is a conservative synagogue serving Kenosha, WI 53142 approximately 55 families in northeastern Wiscon- sin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Our (262) 359-0770 beautiful sanctuary is located in a peaceful neighbor- JewishKenosha.com hood on Green Bay’s east side. We were founded Rabbi: Tzali Wilschanski, almost 120 years ago and retain the friendly, inti- RabbiTzali@JewishKenosha .com mate character that marked our beginnings. Chabad of Kenosha serves the Jewish needs of the Our members have diverse religious backgrounds. Our Southeast Wisconsin area. Its programs include approach to Jewish religious life is a joyous one, encom- traditional Shabbat and holiday services and dinners, passing song, study and celebration. As a fully egalitarian group and one-on-one Torah classes, Hebrew school, congregation, we value diversity, welcome interfaith Jewish Women’s Circle, outreach to the unaffiliated, families, and emphasize inclusion. home and hospital visitations, lectures, and holiday In addition to our regular Shabbat and holiday services, programs. We maintain an updated website pertain- we offer religious school, adult education, and a social ing to Jewish interests, along with weekly Torah program to serve our membership. We offer a support- e-mails, and more. Chabad of Kenosha welcomes ive family atmosphere and have chapters of major Jewish all Jews, regardless of affiliation or non-affiliation. organizations. Chabad of Kenosha is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

Congregation Bnai Zedek Chabad A 6522 87th Ave . Kenosha Kenosha, WI 53142 (262) 359-0770 BETH HILLEL TEMPLE Rabbi: Tzali Wilschanski, 6050 Eighth Ave . RabbiTzali@JewishKenosha .com Kenosha, WI 53143 President: Dr . Ron Sanders (262) 654-2716 • Fax: (262) 654-2799 Joining with Chabad of Kenosha in the summer of Office@BethHillel .net 2007, Congregation Bnai Zedek Chabad offers regular BethHillel.net Shabbat and holiday services, Sunday morning power Rabbi: Dena A . Feingold, Rabbi@BethHillel .net breakfasts, weekly Torah classes, holiday programs, and it offers fresh kosher challa baked in Kenosha. All School Administrator: Todd Letven are welcomed to this warm and friendly environment, President: Ben Goldstein regardless of background, affiliation or non-affiliation. Established in 1924, Beth Hillel Temple is the second Congregation Bnai Zedek Chabad is an oldest Reform congregation in Wisconsin. The syna- affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

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Serving the greater Madison area with all Jewish needs, A La Crosse Chabad of Madison offers the community daily, Sabbath and holiday services, social events, Torah classes, mitzvah and holiday needs: tefillin, mezuzot, lulov, and CONGREGATION SONS OF ABRAHAM esrog, shalach manot and shmurah matzah. It conducts community-wide Chanukah, Sukkot, and Purim holiday 1820 Main St . celebrations and monthly Jewish Woman Circle. LaCrosse, WI 54601 Chabad of Madison maintains a mikvah open to women (608) 784-2708 upon appointment (see Mikvah section of this book). LacrosseSynagogue.org Chabad of Madison is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Rabbi: Saul (Simcha) Prombaum, Prombaum@charter net. The Conservative congregation serves more than 40 CONGREGATION SHAAREI SHAMAYIM families living in West Central Wisconsin, north- 900 University Bay Dr . eastern Iowa and southeastern Minnesota. Madison, WI 53705 (608) 257-2944 Shamayim.org A Madison Rabbi: Laurie Zimmerman Our Reconstructionist and Renewal congregation offers inclusive Shabbat morning and holiday services, BETH ISRAEL CENTER rituals, education and social gatherings. Call or view 1406 Mound St . the website for calendar and other information. Madison, WI 53711 (608) 256-7763 Office@BethIsraelCenter .org TEMPLE BETH EL BethIsraelCenter.org 2702 Arbor Dr . Madison, WI 53711 Rabbi: Betsy Forester, Rabbi@BethIsraelCenter org. (608) 238-3123 • Fax: (608) 238-3125 TBEMadison.org Executive Director: Elissa Pollack, Elissa@BethIsraelCenter org. Rabbi: Jonathan Biatch Education Director: Beth Copelovitch, Cantor: Sharon Brown-Levy Education@BethIsraelCenter org. Executive Director: David Hoffert Beth Israel Center is a traditional, egalitarian Director of Lifelong Learning: Nicole Jahr congregation of families from diverse backgrounds Director of Community Engagement: Aleeza Hoffert who share a belief in the importance of preserving traditional Jewish practice in a modern context. We Cantor Emerita: Deborah Martin offer: weekly Shabbat services, Talmud Torah classes Temple Beth El represents the liberal tradition of Reform and Shabbat programs for kindergarten through 7th Judaism. The congregation offers Friday night and Satur- grade students, preschool-family Shabbatot and holiday day Sabbath services. The temple offers religious school services, adult education programs, preparation for bar on Sundays and Hebrew classes on Wednesdays. Temple and bat mitzvah, engaged youth groups, social action Beth El sponsors a Sisterhood, a Men’s Club, adult opportunities, a mikvah, kosher kitchen, and more. education activities, a young adult (20s and 30s) group, Affiliated with USCJ. the MATTY senior youth group, the MuTTY junior youth group, and many other activities for all ages.

LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN Chabad of Madison A 1722 Regent St . Manitowoc Madison, WI 53726 (608) 231-3450 • Fax: (608) 231-3790 ANSHE POALE ZEDEK SYNAGOGUE ChabadMadison.com 435 N . Eighth St . Contact: Rabbi Yona Matusof Manitowoc, WI 54220

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Mailing Address: c/o Herman Balaban We Offer families P . O . Box 2291 • Compassion, Respect and Dignity Manitowoc, WI 54221-2291 • No cost and no obligation preplanning (920) 682-8073 • cell (920) 905-9885 consultations in your home or our funeral home APZSynagogue@gmail .com Spiritual Leader: Cantor Jerry Berkowitz, 414/276-5122 (262) 536-4480 SuminskiFuneralHome.com serving the JeWish COmmunity sinCe 1917 Chair: Dr . Joseph Feder suminski/Weiss 1901 n. farWell ave., milWaukee, Wi 53202 Anshe Poale Zedek Synagogue was founded in 1900. It is a traditional egalitarian congregation where everyone is welcome and participation is encouraged. Shabbat services begin each Saturday at 10 am, as well as holiday services “Beautiful creations throughout the year. We have an active Sisterhood that hosts many events, including summer picnics, Break the under the open sky” Fast suppers, and a Chanukah supper. Find us on Facebook Specializing in at APZSynagogue (Facebook.com/groups/140083686932). design work on granite and personalized memorials A Oconomowoc Finest craftsmanship • Most reasonable prices ART IN STONE MONUMENTS CHAVURAH OR TIKVAH 6207E North Teutonia Ave. • Milwaukee 233 Shore Cir . (414) 536-7764 • art-in-stone.com Oconomowoc, WI 53066 (262) 567-1225 • (262) 569-1228 ChavurahOrTikvah.org Rabbi: Baruch Comrov President: Loren Schmidt Why Pay More? Director of Education: Therese Dorfman Chavurah Or Tikvah is a small synagogue offering friendship, Jewish learning and fun activities to its members. Programs include: Shabbat services with our rabbi, Shabbatons, High Holiday services at OSRUI, Sukkot, Chanukah and Purim parties as well as a Passover second seder. In addition we participate in KidsFest during the Festival of the Arts, hold cook- ing classes with Ronit Comrov, and offer occasional lectures for the community. Very low dues ($125). Debra Marcus Watton, President | Terry Kleinman, Preneed Consultant

• Free no obligation consultations A • Monument and inscription sales Oshkosh • Green Burial options • Full service facility with seating for 350 CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL • Archived burial records dating back to 1927 1121 Algoma Blvd . • P .O . Box 904 Oshkosh, WI 54902 ® Goodman•Bensman (920) 235-4270 WHITEFISH BAY | FUNERAL HOME CongregationBnaiIsrael@hotmail .com BnaiIsraelOshkosh.com 4750 North Santa Monica Blvd., White sh Bay Congregation Leader: Lowell Louis 414.964.3111 | goodmanbensman.com

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Barbara Kuhn President: Congregation B’nai Israel is a reform congregation A Wausau led by Religious Leader Lowell Louis. We offer twice- monthly services, a dynamic Sunday School, preparation for b’nai mitzvoth students and adult education. MT. SINAI CONGREGATION While extending a sincere welcome to interfaith 910 W . Randolph St . families and potential converts, we also maintain Wausau, WI 54401 an active Jewish presence in area communities. (715) 675-2560 • Fax: (715) 870-2130 Our beautiful Holocaust Memorial Garden provides tours KellieM@MtSinaiWisconsin .org from April to October. To schedule tours call (920)-235-4270. MtSinaiWisconsin.org Rabbi: E . Daniel Danson Principal: Marsha Stella A Racine President: Barbara Rothweiler The Reform congregation serves Wausau, Stevens Point, Marshfield and the North Woods area. It BETH ISRAEL SINAI CONGREGATION operates a religious school that provides a full 944 Main St . range of religious school programs and adult Racine, WI 53403 study sessions in its constituent communities. (262) 633-7093 BethIsraelSinai@att .net BethIsraelSinai.org A Rabbi: Martyn Adelberg Wisconsin Dells Our 40 household congregation offers traditional egalitarian services on Shabbat mornings and OHR YEHUDAH CHABAD– holidays, led by Rabbi Martyn Adelberg. We also WISCONSIN DELLS sponsor Shabbat family dinners on Friday evenings 409 Broadway once per month. Adult education, social activities Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 and fundraisers are planned throughout the year. (608) 231-3450 • Fax: (608) 231-3790 Our Hebrew school has attracted a number of new students. The Hebrew students meet with the Rabbi Rabbi: Yona Matusof, RMatusof@ib .org weekly for individual study sessions. We continually strive Open during summer months, and — depending to provide Jewish programming to meet the needs of all on the calendar — during the high holidays, the of our congregational community, young and old alike. synagogue serves the Jewish merchants of the Dells Interfaith families welcome. and its many visitors. The shul was founded in 2004 under the auspices of Chabad of Madison. It conducts Friday night and Shabbos services. Morning and evening weekly services are held frequently. A Sheboygan The shul also sponsors Torah classes by Rabbi Yona Matusof. For further information contact the rabbi. OHR Yehudah Chabad–Wisconsin Dells CONGREGATION BETH EL is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. 1007 North Ave . Sheboygan, WI 53083 (920) 452-5828 BethEl5828@att .net Learn how you can bring Congregation Beth El Sheboygan is an egalitar- ian Conservative congregation comprised of “Lunch Hours approximately 50 households, with a wide range Against Hate” of ages. Services are held every Shabbat morning at 10:15 am and on major holidays. Shabbat luncheons to your workplace or school! are sponsored at least once a month. Our services are conducted by lay members of the congregation. HoursAgainstHate.com

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ELLA SAUBER HADASSAH We hold events and special enrichment programs for 222 S . Baird St . women and girls, including the monthly Rosh Chodesh Green Bay, WI 54301 Gathering for Women, with diverse topics and practical applications for Jewish women today. Includes an Contact: Libbie (920) 432-8030 annual community-wide evening for women. Rosh Chodesh Society is a division of the Peltz Center for Jewish Life and an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin HADASSAH-MILWAUKEE CHAPTER 8649 N . Point Dr . Milwaukee, WI 53217 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH Information: (888) 303-3640 WOMEN (NCJW)-MILWAUKEE SECTION Membership: (800) 664-5646 6922 N . Belmont Ln . MilwaukeeHadassah@gmail com. Fox Point, WI 53217 Hadassah, the largest Zionist organization in the world NCJWMilwaukee.org and the largest women’s Zionist organization in Amer- Co–Presidents: Andrea Bernstein, Barbara Levin ica, with over 300,000 members, maintains the Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center in Jerusalem, Hadas- NCJW is a volunteer organization that has been at the fore- sah College of Technology, Hadassah Career Counseling front of social change for over a century. Inspired by Jewish Institute & Young Judaea, with camps throughout the values, NCJW takes a progressive stance on issues such as United States, including Waupaca, Wis. Hadassah also child welfare, women’s rights, and human trafficking. supports JNF. We have over 1,100 members in Wisconsin. NCJW embraces women of diverse backgrounds who want to play a part at the local, national, and global level. Our almost 300 local members are active volunteers JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL in various community service projects. We encourage (Formerly B’nai B’rith Women) interested women to contact us for more information. Chapter 0401 222 S . Baird St . Green Bay, WI 54301 WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY MILWAUKEE JEWISH FEDERATION Contact: Sandra (920) 468-7566 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN (414) 390-5713 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 The Jewish Women’s Circle MilwaukeeJewish.org 6789 N . Green Bay Ave . Facebook: Facebook com/groups/. Glendale, WI 53209 WomensPhilanthropy (414) 961-6100 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 Director: Amy Blumenthal, WomensCircle@ChabadWI .org AmyB@MilwaukeeJewish .org JewishWomensCircle.org President: Cheryl Moser Director: Rivkie Wilschanski Women’s Philanthropy of the Milwaukee Jewish Federa- Jewish Women’s Circle is a mosaic of women from tion brings together women of all ages from throughout the diverse backgrounds and affiliations. Monthly guest community to further the Federation’s core mission: building speakers discuss the powerful issues that challenge today’s a strong, unified Jewish community in Milwaukee, in Israel, Jewish women, while the Book Club explores meaningful and throughout the world. Women are encouraged to get books by Jewish authors. The highly anticipated winter involved by helping with the Federation’s Women’s Campaign Women’s Retreat draws over 150 women annually. (which raises one of every three annual campaign dollars each The Jewish Women’s Circle is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. year), volunteering on committees of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation and its core programs; planning and attending educational and outreach events; and connecting with engaged Rosh Chodesh Society Jewish women from across the nation through missions 2233 W . Mequon Rd . and leadership opportunities offered by National Women’s Mequon, WI 53092 Philanthropy of the Jewish Federations of North America. (414) 403-9775 Women’s Philanthropy is a program of the Program Coordinator: Dinie Rapoport Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

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BBYO-WISCONSIN REGION Youth Director: Debbie Intravaia 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . USY () is an international Milwaukee, WI 53217 youth organization for Jewish teens in grades 9-12 (414) 326-2808 • Fax: (414) 326-2809 and has been around for over 60 years. Their mission is to inspire Jewish youth to explore, celebrate and BBYO.org practice ethical values, Jewish Living, Zionism and Wisconsin Regional Director: Rachael Badt community responsibility based on the ideology of Chairperson: Robyn Eiseman the Conservative Movement. Our local chapter is BBYO is a youth-led organization that focuses on devel- known as MUSY, Milwaukee USY, and is housed oping young Jewish leaders that has six chapters in at Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid. Our region Milwaukee and one chapter in Madison. Our members is called CHUSY, Chicagoland USY. As well as plan and participate in a variety of social, cultural, local programming, USY holds several regional athletic, religious, and social action programs, developing conventions and events throughout the year, a positive Jewish identity based on Jewish values. We including a dozen summer programs. Membership provide Jewish youth the opportunity to interact with one is $54 for the year, $64 for non-CBINT members. another within their communities, in statewide program- ming activities, and with other Jewish young people from across the country and throughout the world. CONGREGATION SHALOM BBYO-Wisconsin Region is a partner agency 1st–5th Grade Youth Engagement of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. 7630 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Milwaukee, WI 53217 (414) 352-9288 CONGREGATION BETH Cong-Shalom.org ISRAEL NER TAMID Contact: 1st–5th Grade Youth Engagement Coordinator Ronna Ruffin, 6880 N . Green Bay Ave . or Assistant Rabbi Jenn Mangold Glendale, WI 53209 A plethora of programming for grades 1 through 5, (414) 801-3324 from special oneg Shabbat activities to mitzvah projects YouthDirector@CBINTmilwaukee .org and community-building outings (trips to the water Youth Director: Debbie Intravaia park, ice skating, scavenger hunts, and more)! Kadima is for children in grades 6-8. It is part of USY and D’rachim 6th–12th Grade holds all the same values. Besides local events, Kadima Youth Engagement offers an exciting regional convention in December. Yearly membership is $40, non-CBINT members is $50. Contact: Assistant Rabbi Jenn Mangold Our 6th–12th graders are encouraged to chart their Ruach own path towards Jewish engagement; choosing from 6880 N . Green Bay Ave . a wide variety of options, including MiTY & MiTY Glendale, WI 53209 Jr.; our youth groups affiliated with NFTY; a high school retreat; a 6th–8th grade trip; dinners with the (414) 801-3324 clergy; our madrichim program and much more! YouthDirector@CBINTmilwaukee org. Youth Director: Debbie Intravaia North American Federation of Ruach is Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid’s youth Temple Youth (NFTY) — Milwaukee group program that is designed for children in grades 7630 N . Santa Monica Blvd . 2-5. The children will enjoy programming that builds Milwaukee, WI 53217 Jewish friendships and strengthens their Jewish identity. (414) 352-9288 Yearly membership is $36, non-CBINT members is $46. Cong-Shalom.org USY (United Synagogue Youth) Contact: Rabbi Rachel Marks 6880 N . Green Bay Ave . A collaboration of 6-8 and 9-12 graders Glendale, WI 53209 among Milwaukee’s Reform synagogues. (414) 801-3324 YouthDirector@CBINTmilwaukee .org

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HARRY & ROSE SAMSON FAMILY program funded in part through the Harold Grinspoon Foun- JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER dation. The PJ Library offers free, high-quality Jewish books Harold & Terry Nash Family and music each month to children ages 6 months through 8 & Parenting Center years all across North America. The Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center offers this program to 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . the Milwaukee Jewish Community and engages families in Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 special programs to connect PJ Library families. For more JCCMilwaukee.org information on PJ Library Milwaukee or to become a PJ We serve nearly 1,000 families yearly at the Harold & Terry Library family, visit our website or call Rabbi Shari Shamah. Nash Family & Parenting Center, the North Shore’s premier destination for all families. The Harold & Terry Nash Family Venture Scout Crew, Boy Scout & Parenting Center provides activities, classes and educa- Troop and Cub Scout Pack 392 tional opportunities for the whole family. Programs allow Three Harbors Council you to connect with new families and bond with your little 330 S . 84th St . one in a nurturing and hands-on environment. Celebrate Milwaukee, WI 53214 Jewish holidays, Shabbat dinners, cultivate essential devel- (414) 443-2862 opmental skills and create play-filled memories together : Larry Danner, Larry .Danner@Scouting .org with The Harold & Terry Nash Family & Parenting Center. Contact Need to get a work out in, our hourly child care center is The only Jewish-chartered Scout units in Wisconsin. The the place for you. All of this and more provides educational Venture Scout Crew is co-ed for youth in high school opportunities for both parents and children, in addition through age 21; its programming focuses on high adven- to a variety of services that support young families expe- ture activities and community service. Boy Scouts is riencing the transitions and challenges of parenthood. for boys in 6th grade through high school and focuses on outdoor activities, badge advancement, community Kids Center Before & After School Care service and youth leadership. Cub Scouts is for boys in 1st through 5th grade and its programming is centered 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . on Jewish holidays integrated with Cub Scout themes Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 and activities with an emphasis on family activities. (414) 967-8218 JCCMilwaukee.org Young Jewish Adults of Contact: Aaron Stern, Director of Youth Programs, Milwaukee (YJAM) AStern@JCCMilwaukee org. YJAMMKE.org Kids Center is open to all families with kids in K4 - 6th grade Coordinator: Diane Azimov-Joseph, and offers bus transportation to and from local schools. Kids DAzimov-Joseph@JCCMilwaukee org. enrolled in Kids Center have the whole JCC at their disposal YJAM is the only social networking group in Milwaukee and take everything from swim lessons to sports, art, and for young Jewish adults in their 20s and 30s. We plan S.T.E.M. classes throughout the week. A dedicated, super- everything from happy hours to Purim parties for those vised homework room keeps kids on track for school success who are dating, single or married. If you’re new to the city and allows families to enjoy a more peaceful evening at home. or just looking to meet fellow Jews in the city come join Inclusive and engaging Shabbat and holiday experiences are us! No membership required and most events are free. created throughout the year. Hebrew School transportation is also available. When school is out, we are in. JCC Vacation Days plan field trips and activities for Winter Break, Spring Break, and other full and half days off for the schools we serve. Second Home Cemetery PJ Library Milwaukee of 6255 N . Santa Monica Blvd . Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 Congregation Beth Israel (414) 967-8229 Ner Tamid JCCMilwaukee.org/PJLibrary A Beautiful Setting with Dedicated Jewish Family Specialist and PJ Library Coordinator: Rabbi Shari Shamah Perpetual Care and Traditional Values. Parents of small children know that stories are for more than Available to the Jewish Community just bedtime. The wonderful habit of ending your child’s busy day by reading together inspired this popular national 414-352-4370

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HILLEL FOUNDATION Executive Director: Rabbi Rocky Anton, UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN, INC. RockyAnton@gmail .com • (414) 708-6353 611 Langdon St . Program Director: Rabbi Gershon Vogel, Madison, WI 53703 RabbiV .JEM@gmail .com • (443) 744-1770 (608) 256-8361 • Fax: (608) 256-2451 JEM is a student organization that provides a Jewish UWHillel.org home away from home. All students are welcomed into the vibrant JEM community, regardless of background Facebook: Facebook com/HillelAtUWMadison. or affiliation. JEM has grown to be the largest birth- Instagram/Twitter: @UWHillel right trip provider on the UW campus. Students are Director: Greg Steinberger hosted by JEM families for home cooked Shabbat and Rabbi: Andrea Steinberger Yom Tov meals both in our new Langdon St. center and at their homes. JEM has High Holiday services, as President: Greg Sinaiko well as many quality Jewish educational programs. Hillel Foundation at the University of Wisconsin, in the Barbara Hochberg Center for Jewish Student Life, serves nearly 5,000 Jewish students. Hillel provides a home, support, and HILLEL CHAPTER AT learning opportunities for every expression of Jewish life and LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY interest—religious, cultural, Israel, political, and community. 711 E . Boldt Way Hillel also hosts a fitness center and Adamah Neighborhood Appleton, WI 54911 Table, a full service kosher café with daily specials and catering. Hillel Foundation is a partner agency of the Milwaukee Facebook: Facebook .com/HilleLU Jewish Federation and Jewish Federation of Madison. Co-Presidents: Arielle Kaye, (815) 219-3702 Arielle .M .Kaye@Lawrence .edu • Elana Lambert, (414) 587-8060, Elana B. .Lambert@Lawrence edu. HILLEL MILWAUKEE Vice President: Julian Cohen JOSEPH & VERA ZILBER BUILDING HILLEL STUDENT CENTER Treasurer: Rebecca Bernheimer 3053 N . Stowell Ave . Publicity: Manny Ferreira Milwaukee WI 53211 Hillel is an accepting and inclusive community (414) 961-2010 for Jewish students on the Lawrence University Info@HillelMKE .org campus. We welcome all students, faculty, and staff HillelMKE.org to celebrate and learn through weekly , volunteering, holiday celebrations, and forming close Facebook: Facebook com/HillelMilwaukee. bonds with other members in the community. Instagram: Instagram .com/HillelMKE Executive Director: Julie Schack, Julie@HillelMKE org. LUBAVITCH OF WISCONSIN President: Michael Schaalman Chabad at UWM Hillel’s mission is to “inspire every Jewish college student Serving UWM & nearby colleges to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learn- 3054 N . Hackett Ave . ing and Israel.” Hillel Milwaukee offers social, cultural, Milwaukee, WI 53211 religious, educational, Israel awareness and social action (414) 939-3770 activities for Jewish college students at all area univer- ChabadAtUWM@gmail .com sities including UW-Milwaukee, Marquette University, ChabadAtUWM.com MSOE, Milwaukee Area Technical College and others. Rabbi Chezky & Dobie Thaler Hillel Milwaukee is a partner agency Directors: of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. Chabad at UWM is a home away from home where every Jewish student is family. Students get together to expe- rience Judaism in a relaxed and welcoming environment. JEWISH EXPERIENCE OF Chabad at UWM offers weekly Shabbat dinners, MADISON (JEM) leadership conferences, Holocaust education, Israel 233 Langdon St . programming, community volunteering opportuni- Madison, WI 53703 ties, in depth study, student counseling and more. (443) 744-1770 Chabad at UWM is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. JEMuw.com

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CTeen – Madison (414) 228-8000 ext . 208 MadisonJewishTeens.com ShulCenter.org CTeenMadison@gmail .com Director: Rabbi Avremi Schapiro, Director: Menucha Matusof Avremi@ChabadWI .org CTeen Madison compacts exhilarating fun and meaning- The Living Legacy is a series of 10 dynamic work- ful projects into a program that’s thrilling and uniting. shops for all ages, including a shofar factory for Rosh Education is at the forefront, every program is designed Hashanah; oil pressing for Chanukah; and matzah to enhance the development of important life skills. Help baking for Passover designed to engage, challenge and teens build compassion by giving back to the community actively involve Jewish youth in their heritage through through various humanitarian projects. Build social skills the hands-on creation of Jewish ritual objects. through positive affiliations, ensuring personal growth in Living Legacy is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. a society where working together is the key to advance- ment. All planned and executed by the teen leaders. Mequon CTeen Lounge 2233 W . Mequon Rd . CTeen – Milwaukee Mequon, WI 53092 8825 N . Lake Dr . (262) 242-2235 ext . 204 Bayside, WI 53217 Director: Rabbi Moshe Rapoport, (414) 228-8000 ext . 201 Moshe@ChabadMequon .org ShulCenter.org The Mequon CTeen Lounge provides a constructive Director: Rabbi Avremi Schapiro, environment where Jewish teens can get together after Avremi@ChabadWI .org school to relax, do homework or talk to a rabbi. CTeen is designed to reach teenagers during their transfor- The center is open daily after school for students to drop mation between childhood and adulthood. Programming in. Classes for the Learning Development program are held focuses on social, educational, and humanitarian projects, at the teen center, and the Lounge is available for meetings joining teens together in an environment that nurtures the soul and inspires the individual. Through local chapter programming and customized online social networking, teens become part of the worldwide CTeen Network and begin to see society through the Torah’s perspective, learning Jewish values in an intuitive and creative way. This solid Jewish foundation outfits teens with the capac- ity to make better choices as they grow to adulthood. CTeen-Milwaukee is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

The Friendship Circle 500 W . Silver Spring Dr ., #K-200 Greenwood Cemetery Glendale, WI 53217 is an independent Jewish Cemetery (414) 847-6347 Info@FCWI .org serving the Southeastern Wisconsin Jewish FCWI.org community for almost 150 years. The Directors: Rabbi Levi & Leah Stein significance of family is continued today The Friendship Circle provides unconditional acceptance, and is an integral concept of Greenwood friendship, and support for those with special needs and within the quiet and dignified setting. their families. Local teens and adults involve their special Greenwood is the first cemetery in friends in 27+ programs that allow their unique gifts to Wisconsin to be certified by The Green shine, while volunteers renew their own compassion, Burial Council offering the only Jewish shaping our community’s next generation of leaders. Green Burial in the greater Milwaukee area. The Friendship Circle is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. For more information about Greenwood Living Legacy visit greenwoodjewishcemetery.org 8825 N . Lake Dr . or contact John Pereles, President, Bayside, WI 53217 at 414-559-3463.

MilwaukeeJewish.org n 65 Youth & Young Adults or private parties and is furnished with couches and chairs, Chabad’s programs run the gamut of Jewish campus foosball, air hockey, a full-size pool table, ping pong and life, including Shabbat and holiday celebrations, a study area. Enjoy using the PS4, with a 60” screen and Jewish classes and discussions, mingling and social an awesome sound system. The center also has an office events, and Birthright trips. Jewish students from all for the program director who provides adult supervision. backgrounds find warmth, family and Judaism at The Mequon CTeen Lounge is a division of the Peltz Center for Chabad, during their college years in Madison. Jewish Life and an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Rohr Family Chabad House is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Community Hebrew School Young Jewish Professionals 8825 N . Lake Dr . of Madison (YJP) Bayside, WI 53217 (608) 535-9770 (414) 228-8000 ext . 201 YJPMadison.com MilwaukeeHS.org Director: Rabbi Avrohom Matusof, Director: Chava Edelman, Director@YJPMadison .com Chava@ChabadWI .org Young Jewish Professionals of Madison (YJP) brings Through a warmhearted and sincere approach emphasiz- together young adults in the greater Madison area, ing the joy and delight in Judaism, MCHS strives to instill i.e., namely young couples, University of Wisconsin knowledge, ownership, and pride in a child’s Jewish heritage. graduate students and professionals ages 25-35. Learning and exploration take place through specialized YJP Madison is known to be a warm, inviting envi- units that develop deep understanding and appreciation ronment where young Jewish people can connect for Jewish practice and values. A holistic whole-family with other young Jewish professionals in an informal, style of learning encourages growth for the entire family educational and social setting. We provide social, through special programs and events throughout the year. educational, recreational and spiritual program- Milwaukee Community Hebrew School is an ming and classes that promote exploration, growth, affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. and practice of Jewish ritual and celebration. YJP Madison is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. The Mitzvah Corps 8825 N . Lake Dr . Young Jewish Professionals Bayside, WI 53217 of Milwaukee (YJP) 3030 E . Kenwood Blvd . (414) 228-8000 ext . 201 Milwaukee, WI 53211 Director: Rabbi Avremi Schapiro, (414) 316-4643 • Fax: (262) 364-2149 Avremi@ChabadWI .org YJPMKE.com The Mitzvah Corps is a group of dedicated youth volun- teers who give several thousands of hours of service Director: Rabbi Yisroel Lein, annually. Children participate in a wide variety of RabbiLein@ChabadWI .org “Mitzvah Missions” including holiday activities, grocery Young Jewish Professionals of Milwaukee (YJP) brings shopping, and outings — nurturing idealism, compassion, together young adults in the greater Milwaukee area and respect while shaping our community’s future leaders. (i.e., young couples, area graduate students, and profes- The Mitzvah Corps is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. sionals ages 25-35). YJP Milwaukee is known to be a warm, inviting environment where young Jewish people can connect with other young Jewish professionals ROHR FAMILY CHABAD HOUSE in an informal, educational, and social setting. We at the University of Wisconsin provide social, educational, recreational, and spiritual programming and classes that promote exploration, 223 W . Gilman St . growth, and practice of Jewish ritual and celebration. Madison, WI 53703 YJP Milwaukee is an affiliate of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. (608) 257-1757 • Fax: (608) 231-3790 Info@UWChabad .com UWChabad.com MADISON’S JEWS’ NEXT DOR (MJND) Directors: Rabbi Mendel & Henya Matusof Facebook: UW Chabad provides the 5,000 Jewish students Facebook .com/groups/MadisonsJewsNextDor at the UW–Madison with a vibrant Jewish Contact: Aleeza Hoffert, Director of Community community and a home away from home. Engagement at Temple Beth El, Engage@TBEMadison .org

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Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor is for the Jewish 20- & 30-some- non-profit functions, and the philanthropic model. things community in and around Madison. (Dor means In empowering teens to use philanthropy as a means “generation” in Hebrew.) We’re open to all young adults to make social change, the sessions cover a variety and are organized through Temple Beth El Madison. of topics ranging from understanding community We hold monthly “Meet & Greet” dinners on the third need, developing grant strategies, evaluating grant Thursday of each month at a different restaurant each proposals, performing site visits and practicing strategic time, as well as various ad hoc events such as board game decision-making and consensus-building techniques. nights, outdoor activities, and Shabbat gatherings. Teen Philanthropy is a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

MILWAUKEE ALLIANCE FOR Young Leadership Division (YLD) JEWISH RECONNECTION, 1360 N . Prospect Ave . INC. (MAJOR) Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 331-1875 (414) 390-5702 Rabbi@GoMAJOR .org MilwaukeeJewish.org/YoungLeaders Director: Rabbi Daniel Meister Facebook: Facebook .com/YLDMilwaukee MAJOR and its students feel that Jewish knowledge is Director: Lauren Berger, the best means to build one’s Jewish identity. MAJOR LaurenB@MilwaukeeJewish .org runs discussions, events and weekend retreats for Jewish college students and young professionals. The Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s young leader- Whether a person is enrolled at a university or not, ship programs help ensure that the Milwaukee Jewish she or he will feel welcomed at MAJOR’s events. community goes from strength to strength across the generations. We engage our young leaders by develop- ing the skills they need to guide our community into THE MILWAUKEE JEWISH the future and by providing them with social, volun- COMMITTEE ON SCOUTING teer, philanthropic and networking opportunities. Three Harbors Council Young Leadership Division is a program 330 S . 84th St . of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. Milwaukee, WI 53214 (414) 443-2862 NCSY Contact: Larry Danner, City Director: Shelley Israel, (414) 732-5155 Larry .Danner@Scouting .org Social activities and regional events for Jewish teens The committee is commissioned by the Milwaukee Coun- from 8th grade through senior in high school. cil, Boy Scouts of America to promote scouting within Weekly Latte and Learning or BBQ and Banter the Milwaukee Jewish community and to promote scout- Monday nights. Bi-weekly social events on Satur- ing under Jewish auspices within the Milwaukee area. day nights and four regional conventions a year with teens from Chicago, St. Louis, Memphis, Kansas City, Omaha, Minneapolis and Indianapolis. MILWAUKEE JEWISH FEDERATION Open to all Jewish teens regardless of affiliation. Teen Philanthropy 1360 N . Prospect Ave . Milwaukee, WI 53202 COLDWELL BANKER PRESENTS (414) 390-5733 • Fax: (414) 390-5782 MilwaukeeJewish.org Contact: Anna Goldstein, Roberta Isaacson AnnaG@MilwaukeeJewish .org n Over 35 Years Office 414-964-3900 The Milwaukee Jewish Teen Philanthropy Board Experience is a community-wide program that engages Jewish Direct 414-906-3753 teens in a communal giving and learning effort to n Top 2 percent of achieve our goal of Tikkun Olam, “repairing the company nation-wide world.” A diverse group of Jewish students in high n Member of school from the greater Milwaukee area attend International monthly sessions centered around grant making, Diamond Society

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1 ...... 12 D 1st–5th Grade Youth Engagement— Camp Shalom and Camp Shalom D’rachim 6th–12th Grade Youth Engagement— Congregation Shalom...... 62 Noar-Bogrim...... 12 Congregation Shalom...... 62 Camp Shalom Katan...... 12 Daniel M. Soref Community Hall (JCC). . . . 33 A Camp Young Judaea—Midwest...... 12 Daniel M. Soref Education Aaron, Rick...... 9 Camps...... 11 and Retreat Center ...... 34 About the Cover...... 3 Cemeteries...... 28 Day Schools...... 17 Adult Day Center...... 49 Chabad at UWM...... 64 Deerwood Crossing Senior Residences. . . . 41, 46 Adult Education...... 16 Chabad Lubavitch Torah Center...... 52 Development Corporation Agudas Achim Cemetery...... 28 Chabad of Downtown...... 41 for Israel/Israel Bonds ...... 23 Albert & Ann Deshur Chabad of Kenosha...... 57 Disability Case Management — JCC Rainbow Day Camp...... 13 Jewish Family Services...... 39 Chabad of Madison...... 58 American Friends of Hebrew University Discoverer’s Division—Camp Gan Israel...... 11 —Midwest Region...... 23 Chabad of the Bay Area ...... 56 American Friends of Magen David Adom. . . . 23 Chabad of the East Side...... 52 E American Israel Public Affairs Chabad of Waukesha...... 53 Eau Claire Synagogues...... 56 Committee (AIPAC)...... 23 Chai (Concern for Helping Education...... 16 Americans for Peace Now— Animals in Israel)...... 38 Education Organizations...... 21 Wisconsin Chapter...... 23 Chai Tots Preschool—Madison...... 18 Eiseman, Marge...... 9 Anshe Poale Zedek Synagogue...... 58 Chavurah Or Tikvah...... 59 Ella Sauber Hadassah...... 61 Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah...... 51 Chevra Kadisha of Congregation Evan & Marion Helfaer Appleton Synagogues...... 56 Anshai Lebowitz...... 28 Community Service Building...... 43 Ari Rosenthal Photography...... 10 Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear...... 8 Eruvim...... 29 Art in Stone Monuments...... 35 COA’s Camp Helen Brachman ...... 12 Arts, Culture & Media...... 8 Coalition for Jewish Learning...... 21 F Committee for Truth and Justice (CTJ). . . . 23 Ferrante’s CAFÁ B DATA...... 33 B Congregation Agudas Achim Chabad. . . . . 53 Ferrante’s Kosher Signature Catering. . . . 33 B’nai B’rith Beber Camp...... 11 Congregation Anshai Lebowitz...... 51 Friendship Bakery...... 32 Bader Hillel Academy...... 17 Congregation B’nai Abraham...... 56 Friendship Circle, The...... 65 Bader Hillel High School...... 20 Congregation B’nai Israel...... 59 Friendship House Fellowship...... 38 Bais Dovid...... 51 Congregation Bnai Zedek Chabad...... 57 Funeral Establishments ...... 30 Bayside Eruv...... 29 Congregation Beth El...... 60 G BBYO—Wisconsin Region...... 62 Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid. . . . . 51, 62 Gan Ami Summer Session...... 13 Beis Hamidrash/Institute Congregation Beth Jehudah...... 52 Gan Ami Early Education...... 19 for Jewish Literacy...... 16 Congregation Beth Jehudah Mikvah...... 34 Gan HaYeled Preschool...... 20 Beit Olamim: The Madison Jewish Congregation Cnesses Israel...... 57 Community’s Cemetery...... 29 Glass Box Gift Shop— Congregation Cnesses Israel Cemetery...... 28 Beloit Synagogues...... 56 Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid ...... 31 Congregation Cnesses Israel Gift Shoppe. . . .31 Beth Din Rabbinical Court of Milwaukee...... 38 Glazerbeam, The...... 38 Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun. . . . 54 Beth Hamedrosh Hagodel Cemetery. . . . . 28 Glendale Night Kollel at Ohr Hatorah, The. . . .16 Congregation Emanu-El of Waukesha. . . . 55 Beth Hillel Temple...... 57 Glendale Eruv, The...... 30 Congregation Shalom ...... 55, 62 Beth Israel Center...... 58 Glendale Mikvah...... 35 Congregation Shalom Gift Shop— Go Jewish!...... 21 Beth Israel Center Mikvah...... 34 Traditions...... 32 Golda Meir House...... 46 Beth Israel Sinai Congregation...... 60 Congregation Shaarei Shamayim...... 58 Goodman Aquatic Center...... 38 Blane Goodman Funeral Service, LLC. . . . 30 Congregation Shir Hadash...... 53 Goodman Bensman Whitefish Bay Bradley Crossing Supportive Housing Congregation Sinai...... 55 Community—JFS Housing...... 41 Funeral Home...... 31, 36 Congregation Sons of Abraham...... 58 Burial Society...... 28 Green Bay Synagogues...... 56 Conservative Cemeteries...... 28 Greenwood Cemetery...... 29 C Conservative Synagogues...... 51 Grinker, Kat (Kat & Mouse Graphic Design). . . .10 Camp Chi...... 11 Counseling—Jewish Family Services...... 39 Camp Gan Israel...... 11 Crown Judaica...... 31 H Camp Gan Israel—Waukesha...... 11 CTeen—Madison...... 65 Habonim Dror Camp Tavor...... 13 Camp Moshava of Wild Rose, WI...... 12 CTeen—Milwaukee...... 65 Hadassah—Milwaukee Chapter...... 61

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Hand in Hand Volunteer Partners in Caring — Jewish Reach (Russian Educational Manitowoc Synagogues...... 58 Ovation Jewish Home...... 50 and Aid Center)...... 42 Marriage Classes...... 34 Hannah’s Kitchen...... 32 Jewish Social Services of Madison...... 40 Marsack—Feldman Post No. 145...... 40 Harold & Terry Nash JCC Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A...... 40 Maurice S. Surlow Senior Residences. . . . 48 Family & Parenting Center...... 63 Jewish Women’s Circle, The...... 61 Mayrent Institution for Yiddish Culture. . . . 9 Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Women International...... 61 Jewish Community Center...... 33, 38, 63 McHenry, Laeh Bensman...... 10 JFS Housing (JFSHI)...... 40 Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC Camps. . . .13 Memory Café...... 49 JLI— Jewish Learning Institute Madison. . 16 Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC Mequon Eruv...... 29 Early Education...... 19 Joseph and Rebecca Peltz Center for Mequon Jewish Preschool...... 20 Jewish Life...... 42 Helen Bader Center at Mequon Jewish Preschool Summer Camp. . . .14 Judaica Gifts...... 31 Ovation Jewish Home...... 50 Mequon CTeen Lounge...... 65 Herzl Camp...... 14 Judaica Shoppe—Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun...... 31 Mequon Outreach Center ...... 42 Hilde L. Mosse Gan HaYeled Preschool. . . 20 Judaism at Home/Klal Yisrael...... 42 Mequon Torah Center...... 16 Hillel Chapter at Lawrence University. . . . 64 Midrasha Hebrew High School...... 20 Hillel Foundation University of Wisconsin. . . 64 K Midwest Jewish Artists’ Lab...... 10 Hillel Milwaukee—Joseph & Vera Karl Jewish Community Campus...... 42 Mikvah Chaya Mushka...... 35 Zilber Building...... 64 Kat & Mouse Graphic Design (Kat Grinker). . . .10 Mikvah Chaya Moussia, Madison...... 35 Holidays...... 6 Kenosha Synagogues...... 57 Mikvah Mei Menachem Holocaust Remembrance...... 22 Kadima—Congregation Beth Israel Ner —Chabad Women’s Mikvah...... 35 Horenstein—Katz Post No. 701...... 40 Tamid...... 62 Mikvahs...... 34 I Kids Center Before & After School...... 63 Milwaukee Community Hebrew School. . . 66 Kipp Friedman Photography...... 10 Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Milwaukee Alliance for Jewish Jewish Community Campus...... 38 KMK Kosher Catering ...... 33 Reconnection, Inc. (MAJOR)...... 67 Israel...... 23 Koach...... 47 Milwaukee Jewish Burial Society (Chevra Kadisha)...... 28 Israel Center–Milwaukee...... 24 Koach Birthday Klub...... 48 Milwaukee Jewish Committee on Israel Program–Madison...... 24 Kohl Family Synagogue—Ovation Jewish Home...... 52 Scouting, The...... 67 Israeli Folk Dance...... 24 Kosher Bakery, Catering & Dining...... 32 Milwaukee Jewish Community Chorale. . . . 9 Ivrit B’Kef...... 17 Kosher Mobile Meals—Jewish Family Milwaukee Jewish Day School (MJDS)...... 18 Ivrit Kallah & Cafe Ivrit...... 16 Services...... 33 Milwaukee Jewish Federation (MJF)...... J Kosher Resorts...... 34 ...... 1, 4, 8, 15, 21, 22, 42, 44, 61, 67 Kosher Supervisors of Wisconsin...... 33 Milwaukee Jewish Free Loan J-Pride Milwaukee—LGBT Jews & Allies. . . 44 Association (MJFLA)...... 44 JCC/CJL Reading Room & Library...... 21 L Milwaukee Judaica...... 32 JCC Perlstein Resort and Conference La Crosse Synagogues...... 58 Milwaukee Kollel— Center...... 34 Lake Park Synagogue...... 52 Center for Jewish Studies...... 16 JCC Day Camps...... 14 Lakeside Senior Enrichment Program. . . . 48 Milwaukee Synagogues...... 51 Jewish Beginnings Lubavitch Preschool. . . . 20 Late Life Counseling—Jewish Family Mitzvah Corps, The...... 66 Jewish Business and Professional Services...... 47 Roundtable...... 40 Mohel Associates...... 35 Library/Media Center...... 21, 63 Jewish Community Center Camps...... 13 Mohels...... 35 Life Cycle...... 5 Jewish Community Foundation...... 44 Monuments...... 35 Life History Services, LLC...... 41 Jewish Community Funeral Home...... 31 Morris R. Guten Post No. 487...... 40 LinkAges/Geriatric Care Management — Jewish Community Pantry...... 39 Moses Montefiore Congregation...... 56 Jewish Family Services...... 47 Mosse/Weinstein Center for Jewish Jewish Community Relations Council Living Legacy...... 65 (JCRC)...... 25 Studies...... 16 Lubavitch House...... 42 Jewish Experience of Madison (JEM)...... 64 Mound Zion Cemetery Association...... 29 Lubavitch of Wisconsin Mt. Sinai Congregation...... 60 Jewish Family Services, Inc. (JFS)...... 39, 47 . . .11, 16, 20, 35, 41, 48, 52, 56, 57, 58, 61, 64 Jewish Federation of Madison...... 39 Museums...... 8 Jewish Home and Care Center (see Ovation) M N Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation. . 47 Madison Israel Program...... 24 Nathan & Esther Pelz Holocaust Jewish in Milwaukee...... 40 Madison Jewish News...... 8 Education Resource Center (HERC)...... 22 Jewish Museum Milwaukee ...... 8 Madison Synagogues...... 58 National Council of Jewish Women Jewish National Fund ...... 24 Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor (MJND)...... 66 (NCJW)–Milwaukee Section...... 61

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NCSY...... 67 Religious Life...... 28 Torah Academy of Milwaukee Newspapers...... 8 Resorts...... 34 High School for Girls, Inc...... 20 Nicolet High School Foreign Language Resources...... 38 Torah Foundation of Milwaukee...... 45 Department...... 22 Rohr Family Chabad House...... 66 Traditions Congregation Shalom Gift Shop. . .32 N’Shei of Milwaukee...... 44 Rosh Chodesh Society...... 61 Translation Services— Jewish Family Services...... 47 North American Federation of Ruach—Congregation Temple Youth (NFTY)—Milwaukee— Beth Israel Ner Tamid...... 62 Congregation Shalom...... 62 U Ruach, Inc...... 9 Unaffiliated Cemeteries...... 29 O Rubenstein Family Kosher Oasis...... 34 Unaffiliated Synagogues...... 63 Oakwood Apartments...... 48 Ruth Coleman Synagogue— URJ Olin-San—Ruby Union Institute...... 15 Ovation Sarah Chudnow...... 56 Oconomowoc Synagogues...... 59 USY (United Synagogue Youth)— Ohr HaTorah...... 22, 35, 53 S Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid . . . . . 62 Ohr Yehudah Chabad—Wisconsin Dells. . . 60 Sam & Helen Stahl Center for Jewish Studies — V Olin-Sang—Ruby Union Institute — URJ. . . . 15 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee...... 22 One Happy Camper...... 15 Venture Scout Crew—Boy Scout Troop Second Home Cemetery...... 28 and Cub Scout Pack 392...... 63 Orthodox Cemeteries...... 28 Secondary Schools...... 20 Visual Arts...... 10 Orthodox Synagogues...... 51 Senior Connection...... 48 Osher, a Division of Zilli Hospitality Group. . . 33 Seniors...... 46 W Oshkosh Synagogues ...... 59 Shalom Baby, Milwaukee...... 44 Wausau Synagogues...... 60 Outreach, Shalom Madison Shalom Milwaukee...... 44 Weiss-McQuide, Nancy...... 9 & Shalom Baby...... 40 Sharsheret Supports Milwaukee...... 45 Welcome from the Publisher...... 1 Ovation Chai Point...... 48 Shatnez Testing Laboratory...... 36 Willenson, Adria...... 10 Ovation Jewish Home...... 48, 52 Sheboygan Hebrew Cemetery...... 29 Wilschanski, Rabbi Tzali...... 35 Ovation Jewish Home Adult Day Services. . . 49 Sheboygan Synagogues...... 60 Wisconsin Council of Rabbis...... 45 Ovation Jewish Home Gift Shop...... 32 Shul, The...... 53 Wisconsin Dells Synagogues...... 60 Ovation Sarah Chudnow...... 50, 56 Social Services for Russian Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study...... 21 P Speaking Population (SSRS)...... 47 Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle...... 8 Sofer/Scribe of Sifrei Torah, Tefillin, Wisconsin Jewish Conference...... 25 Performing Arts...... 9 Mezzuzzos...... 32 Perlstein Resort & Conference Center. . . 34 Wisconsin Jewish Genealogical Society. . . . . 45 Spark!...... 49 Wisconsin Synagogues...... 56 Phillip Katz—Project Development LLC. . . 45 Spring Hill Cemetery and Photography...... 10 Women’s Philanthropy — Mausoleum (B’nai B’rith)...... 28 Milwaukee Jewish Federation...... 61 PJ Library Milwaukee...... 63 StandWithUs — Wisconsin Chapter...... 24 Women’s Organizations...... 61 Political Action...... 25 Steve and Shari Sadek Posts...... 40 Family Camp Interlaken JCC...... 14 Y Preschools...... 18 Suminski/Weiss Funeral Home...... 31 Yeshiva Elementary School (YES)...... 18 Synagogues...... 51 Yid Vicious...... 9 R Young Jewish Adults of Milwaukee (YJAM). . . 63 R & R Club...... 49 T Young Jewish Professionals Racine Jewish Cemetery...... 28, 29 Teen Philanthropy—Milwaukee ...... 67 of Madison (YJP)...... 66 Racine Synagogues...... 60 Temple Beth El...... 58 Young Jewish Professionals ReCharge! ...... 49 Temple Menorah...... 51 of Milwaukee (YJP)...... 66 Reconstructionist Synagogues...... 53 Temple Menorah Ever-Rest Cemetery. . . 28 Young Leadership Division (YLD)...... 67 Reform Cemeteries...... 29 Temple Sholom...... 56 Youth & Young Adults...... 62 Reform Synagogues...... 54 Tikkun Ha-Ir of Milwaukee...... 45 Yudkovitch, Kerri...... 10

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A House of Roth...... 25 O’Desky, Lauren ...... Inside Front Cover A Gift of Time, LLC...... 46 Oral Surgery Associates...... 15 I Aba Semar Alterations...... 18 Ott, Jim—State Rep...... 39 Isaacson, Roberta – Coldwell Banker Ovation Chai Point...... Back Cover Abracadabra Furniture Restoration...... 18 Realtors...... 67 Ovation Jewish Home...... Back Cover Arbit, Scott, D.M.D., M.S., Orthodontist. . . 27 Israel Bonds...... 37 Art in Stone Monuments...... 59 Ovation Jewish Home Gift Shop...... 46 Atid Properties...... 17 J Ovation Sarah Chudnow ...... Back Cover Audiology Hearing Clinic of Mequon...... 54 Jewish Family Services: Deerwood Crossing Senior Residences...... 54 P B Jewish Family Services: Kosher Mobile Prestige Auto Works (PAW)...... 30 BBC Lighting...... 27 Meals...... 43 Jewish Family Services: Mental Health R C Clinic...... 27 Ritz Holman CPAs...... 8 Congregation Anshai Lebowitz...... 36 Jewish Home and Care Center (see Ovation) S Jewish National Fund...... 27 D Second Home Cemetery...... 63 Development Corp. for Israel...... 36 K Senator Alberta Darling...... 13 Darling, Alberta—Senator...... 13 Kosher Mobile Meals (Jewish Family Senator Glenn Grothman...... 49 Deerwood Crossing Senior Residences Services)...... 43 Senior Helpers...... 37 (Jewish Family Services)...... 54 Shully’s Cuisine & Events...... 30 L State Representative Jim Ott...... 39 E Lauren O’Desky, Oasis Senior Edelman Studios, LLC. . . . Inside Back Cover Advisors...... Inside Front Cover Suminski Family Funeral Homes (Suminski/ Weiss)...... 59 Emold, Steve—Realtor...... 43 T F M Tikkun Ha-Ir of Milwaukee...... 25 Ferrante’s Cafá B Data ...... 37 Maids of Milwaukee, The...... 30 Ferrante’s Signature Catering...... 37 Marquette University Law School...... 43 U G Mental Health Clinic (Jewish Family UW-Madison—Mosse/Weinstein Services)...... 27 Center for Jewish Studies...... 17 Gift of Time, LLC., A...... 46 Milwaukee Jewish Day School...... 19 UW-Milwaukee—Sam and Helen Stahl Goodman-Bensman Funeral Home...... 59 Milwaukee Jewish Federation...... 26 Center for Jewish Studies...... 36 Greenwood Cemetery...... 65 Grothman, Glenn—Senator...... 49 N W Nemovitz, Bruce & Jeanne— Waukesha Iron & Metal, Inc...... 25 H Realty Executives...... 30 Windy City Linen...... 54 Harbor Chase...... 36 Nuturing Nook, The...... 15 Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle...... 50 Hearing Clinic of Mequon...... 54 Hearts to Home Senior Home Care...... 19 O Y Hernia Movers, Inc...... 15 Oasis Senior Advisors. . . .Inside Front Cover Yellow Wood...... 17

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ALTERATIONS Ferrante’s Signature Catering ...... 37 Aba Semar Alterations ...... 18 Kosher Mobile Meals — Jewish Family Services ...... 43 House of Roth ...... 25 Shully’s Cuisine & Events ...... 30

APARTMENT RENTALS/PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LAMPS/LIGHTING FIXTURES/FANS Atid Properties ...... 17 BBC Lighting ...... 27

ARTISTS/STUDIOS LINEN SERVICE/RENTALS Edelman Studios, LLC ...... Inside Back Cover Windy City Linen ...... 54 AUDIOLOGISTS MONUMENT COMPANIES Audiology Hearing Clinic of Mequon ...... 54 Art in Stone Monuments ...... 59 AUTOMOBILE REPAIR/BODY WORK MOVERS Prestige Auto Works (PAW) ...... 30 Hernia Movers, Inc...... 15 CEMETERIES ORAL SURGEONS/DENTISTS Greenwood Cemetery ...... 65 Oral Surgery Associates ...... 15 Second Home Cemetery ...... 63 ORGANIZER, PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS A Gift of Time, LLC...... 46 Ritz Holman CPAs ...... 8 ORTHODONTISTS/DENTISTS CHILD CARE Arbit, Scott, D.M.D., M.S...... 27 The Nurturing Nook ...... 15 OUTDOOR OUTFITTING DRY CLEANING Yellow Wood ...... 17 House of Roth ...... 25 REAL ESTATE AGENCIES & REALTORS ELECTED OFFICIALS Steven Emold - Coldwell Banker ...... 43 Senator Alberta Darling ...... 13 Roberta Isaacson – Coldwell Banker ...... 67 Senator Glenn Grothman ...... 49 Bruce & Jeanne Nemovitz – Realty Executives ...... 46 State Representative Jim Ott ...... 39 RECYCLING CENTERS EVENT VENUES/WEDDINGS Waukesha Iron & Metal ...... 25 Ferrante’s Signature Catering ...... 37 SCHOOLS & UNIVERSITIES Shully’s Cuisine & Events ...... 30 Marquette University Law School ...... 43 FUNERAL HOMES Milwaukee Jewish Day School ...... 19 Goodman-Bensman Funeral Home ...... 59 UW-Madison — Mosse/Weinstein Center for Jewish Studies . . . 17 Suminski Family Funeral Homes (Suminski/Weiss) ...... 59 UW-Milwaukee — Sam and Helen Stahl Center for Jewish Studies . . . 36 FURNITURE FINISHING, REPAIR SENIOR SERVICES Abracadabra Furniture Restoration ...... 18 A Gift of Time, LLC ...... 46 Hearts to Home Senior Home Care ...... 19 HOME CLEANING SERVICES Kosher Mobile Meals — Jewish Family Services ...... 43 The Maids of Milwaukee ...... 30 Oasis Senior Advisors ...... Inside Front Cover Senior Helpers ...... 37 INVESTMENTS Development Corp. for Israel/Israel Bonds ...... 38 SENIOR HOUSING Deerwood Crossing Senior Residences — Jewish Family Services . . 54 JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS/ Harbor Chase ...... 36 INSTITUTIONS/AGENCIES Ovation Chai Point ...... Back Cover Jewish National Fund ...... 27 Ovation Jewish Home ...... Back Cover Milwaukee Jewish Federation ...... 26 Ovation Sarah Chudnow ...... Back Cover Tikkun Ha-Ir of Milwaukee ...... 25 SHOE/LEATHER REPAIR JUDAICA GIFTS Aba Semar Alterations ...... 18 Ovation Jewish Home Gift Shop ...... 46 SYNAGOGUES KOSHER MEALS & CATERING Congregation Anshai Lebowitz ...... 36 Ferrante’s CAFÁ B DATA ...... 37

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