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Communit■ ■ y FRIDAY VOL. 42, NO. 2 17 CHESHVAN 5777 NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Local Organizations Collaborate to Bring Thought Leader to Our Community by Shiela Steinman Wallace Editor our opinion matters when it comes to determining what the Louisville Jewish community Yneeds today to ensure that we have a vibrant community for future genera- tions. This question is so important, that our Jewish agen- cies and congrega- tions have come to- gether for an open community think tank, Embracing Change, on Tues- day, November 29, 7-9 p.m. at Con- gregation Adath Jeshurun. In a demonstra- Rabbi Irwin Kula tion of communal commitment to ensure open dialogue and to focus on Louisville’s Shabbat Project was a success. The hard work of these committee members drew over 100 people to bake the most pressing issues, The Jewish Challah Success challah on Wednesday, November 9. Top, from left, Rachel Blaustein, Hindy Snaid, Mishy Mandel, Jodi Halpern, Lisa Federation and its community partners Sobel-Berlow, Cori Roth, Chaya Susman, Fraidy Litvin, Goldie Litvin and Duby Litvin; bottom, Amy Faust, Heidi Wolk and Sandra Chack. See story, page 11. PHOTOS BY TED WIRTH have engaged Rabbi Irwin Kula, the president of the National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (CLAL), to This Sunday Louisville Makes History as Leaders of Liberal lead the discussion. The community partners – Adath Je- Jewish Movements in Israel Discuss Pluralism in Israel Together shurun, Jewish Family & Career Services, When Israel was founded as the first This Sunday, November 20, at 7 p.m. shurun, Keneseth Israel, The Temple Jewish Federation of Louisville, Jewish Jewish democratic state in 1948, many at The Temple, the Louisville Jewish and Temple Shalom, is certainly unique Heritage Fund for Excellence, Keneseth Is- agreements were made between the sec- community will help give these move- since it will be a first for the heads of rael, Temple Shalom and The Temple – are ular and religious wings of the various ments a voice. In a unique forum, Rab- Reform and Conservative movements in offering you a seat at the table. It is import- Zionist movements to determine the bi Gilad Kariv, the president and CEO Israel to speak on the same stage. ant that every segment of our community nature of what it means to be a Jewish of the Israel Movement for Reform and see PLURALISM page 16 see KULA page 16 State. Many of these agreements stipu- Progressive Judaism, and Yizhar Hess, lated that the Israeli government would the executive director of the Masorti favor the Orthodox Jewish interpreta- Movement in Israel will share the stage, Tuvlin Tapped for Life & Legacy Program tions of religious law such as determin- and David Mallach, the executive vice by Shiela Steinman Wallace new legacy gifts ing who is a Jew, who can perform con- chair of United Israel Appeal and the di- Editor that will ensure a versions and who can marry as Jews. rector of UJA-Federation of New York’s stable future for Since these early agreements were ad- Commission on the Jewish People will Jennifer Tuvlin began working for The the entire Jewish opted, Israel has made it nearly impossi- serve as moderator. J as the PJ Library director in 2013, and community. ble for other streams of Judaism to have This program, sponsored by the Jew- grew the program from 240 participants LIFE & LEGACY, a say in religious matters. ish Federation of Louisville, Adath Je- to 350. Along the way, she also took on a program of the Shalom Baby, The J’s program for in- Harold Grinspoon fants and their mothers, and responsi- Foundation, is a bility for welcoming newcomers. four-year partner- INDEX Now, Tuvlin is ready to undertake a JCRC Update...... 2 ship program that new challenge. She has been named the assists communities Reviews...... 2 coordinator of the Jewish Federation of to promote after-life- Jennifer Tuvlin Ladies Only Chanukah Party...... 5 Louisville’s LIFE & LEGACY program time giving to benefit Calendar of Events...... 5 and is looking forward to helping the a wide range of Jewish organizations. It en- Major Gifts...... 6 Federation, The J and Louisville’s Jew- POSTAGE courages local Jewish organizations to work KENTUCKY LOUISVILLE Rabbis Come to Town; Open KITE...... 8 ish agencies and congregations secure PERIODICALS see TUVLIN page 12 Melton January Courses...... 8 Dafna Schurr Retires...... 9 Kaplan Chosen for PJ Our Way Design Team Interfaith Chanukah Party...... 9 JFCS Launches Two Programs...... 9 10 Year Old Is Excited to Begin National Responsibilities with Grinspoon Kagan Accepts Brandeis Award...... 10 David Kaplan, 10, of Louisville was 9-11 year olds a choice of Jewish themed Temple Shalom Installs New Rabbi...... 10 selected by the Harold Grinspoon Foun- books and a safe website to upload re- Jewish Learning Center opens...... 11 dation (HGF) in partnership with The J, views, videos and blogs. Online Exclusives...... 11 to join the nation- David and nine other team members Lipstadt Shares Story ...... 12 al PJ Our Way De- from across America have early access Gratitude...... 13 sign Team. to books, and create content includ- Book Review: Judas...... 13 Currently in its ing videos and reviews. Together the Teen Topics...... 17 4th year, the PJ team interviews authors, participates in Subaru Share the Love...... 17 Our Way program workshops and leads the conversation JFCS Calendar...... 18 is the next chap- amongst their peers. Newsmakers...... 19 ter of the highly “We are thrilled to have David on our Around Town...... 20-21 successful Jew- team” said Saskia Swenson Moss, who Lifecycle...... 21-22 ish outreach pro- directs the Design Team. “Team mem- D’var Torah...... 23 gram, PJ Library. bers are great role models for tweens Chavurat Shalom...... 23 David Kaplan PJ Our Way offers see PJ OUR WAY page 16 2 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 ble populations we care about. We will Communit y demand that our new President enact Community is published monthly by the Jewish JCRC UPDATE laws to protect our environment. We Community of Louisville, Inc., 3600 Dutchmans will insist that President Trump disavow Lane, Louisville, KY 40205-3216. A Time for Healing fortunate rise from their situations. And any support he has received from racist, USPS #020-068 at Louisville, KY. by Matt Goldberg, Director we all want to see Israel flourish as the Anti-Semitic, Islamophobic and xeno- homeland of the Jewish people world- The Jewish Community of Louisville is Jewish Community Relations Council phobic elements. a nonprofit organization. $26 of your pledge wide. Our tactics differ considerably, Let’s all hope, no matter whom we is for a subscription for Community. but we cannot go ahead and retreat into supported in this recent election, that For more information, call he election last week is likely to our respective ideological caves. campaign rhetoric gives way to com- 502-459-0660, fax 502-238-2724, result in a fundamental shift in This certainly does not mean we mon sense governance and respect for e-mail [email protected] or check out the governance of our country. should abandon those values that are all Americans. the website www.jewishlouisville.org. 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Guiteau, Leon Czolgosz, Guiseppie abandonment of policies for which we by David Wallace Zangara, Lee Harvey Oswald, Samuel Community publishes Newsmakers­ and Around have long advocated. Many people are Special to Community Byck, Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme; Sara Town items at no charge. Items must be vehemently disturbed about this new submitted in writing. Please include your name Jane Moore and John Hinckley, Jr and direction … rallies of people with signs Since the first successful assassina- weaves them into a sad tale of a reverse and a daytime telephone number where you like, “Not My President,” Facebook posts can be contacted in the event that questions tion of a U.S. President, John Wilkes American Dream. arise. Community reserves the right to edit all with similar thoughts, a general depres- Booth in 1865 (much earlier, Andrew Sondheim takes the entire first act to submissions to conform to style and length sion across the twitterverse. I cannot Jackson was in the sights of Richard present the cast of characters in kaleido- requirements. remember an election having such an Lawrence, but both of his guns mis- scopic form. He then spends the second effect on the psyche of so many in our fired), there have been numerous at- act fleshing out his characters. ADVERTISING INFORMATION community. tempts – both successful and unsuccess- The pioneer killer, John Wilkes Booth, To advertise, please contact our sales But I believe now is a time for healing ful – on the lives of American presidents. Lincoln’s assassin, played fiercely by Jor- representative at 502-418-5845 or e-mail and uniting as a country and a commu- Stephen Sondheim’s musical, Assas- dan Price, is shown as role model to his [email protected]. nity. Abraham Lincoln, at his first inau- sins, is currently playing at CenterStage, successors down through time. 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Pub: Jewish Community Client: KentuckyOne Size: 10" x 13.75" Job No:ERLO-55862 Title: FastER Exam Ad 4 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 AJ to Honor Rabbi Slosberg for 35 Years of Service by Shiela Steinman Wallace thinking, he wrote Forest Hills Jewish Center. nity and interviewed at only one congre- Editor the information “I thought it was going to be a cour- gation. It was a good fit. down on a piece of tesy visit,” Rabbi Slosberg explained Then he opened the sealed envelope, dath Jeshurun will honor Rabbi paper and sealed about his first trip to Louisville, “but and Rabbi Kelman had written Adath Robert Slosberg for 35 years of it in an envelope I fell in love with the place.” Louisville Jeshurun. It turned out “Rabbi Kelman service to the congregation on to be opened when was not “a bunch of horse farms” as he had gone to rabbinical school with Rab- ASaturday, November 26, during the younger rabbi had imagined, but a beautiful place with bi Kling,” Rabbi Slosberg said, “and Shabbat services at 9:30 a.m. and fol- accepted the job. many wonderful people. he said it is a perfect fit for you. I want lowed by a special Kiddush lunch. Two years later, “I was excited about the benefits of an someone I can trust to work with Rabbi When Rabbi Slosberg tells the story of Rabbi Slosberg intermediate city versus a big city,” he Kling.” how he came to AJ, it sounds as if it was said, he met Kar- said. In trying to decide where he wanted Originally from Cleveland, Rabbi Slos- bashert – almost preordained. en Amick in Isra- to go, Rabbi Slosberg had put together a berg started down the path that led him “In the summer of 1979,” he said, “I el, and “she wanted Rabbi Robert Slosberg list of criteria, and Louisville met all but to the rabbinate in the fifth grade. He was doing research for the Law Com- me to interview for PHOTO BY CHARLES LIPSCHUTZ one – it didn’t have a professional sports became close to the assistant rabbi at his mittee of the Conservative Movement the job in Louis- team. It did, however, have University of congregation, and the latter “roped me and the head of the Rabbinical Assem- ville. You have to meet Rabbi [Simcha] Louisville football and basketball. into going to Camp Ramah and roped bly, Rabbi Wolf Kelman, told me, ‘I know Kling.” He agreed to the interview, but “I came back and told Deborah I real- me into Judaism. I decided around the where you will be rabbi next.’” Rather really wanted to stay in New York and ly like the place,” he said. In the end, he eighth grade to become a rabbi.” than tell Rabbi Slosberg what he was also arranged for an interview with the backed out of the Forest Hills opportu- He was so committed to this path that he tried to apply to the Jewish Theolog- ical Seminary while he was still in high school. When he learned they require an undergraduate degree for admission, he undertook the Joint Program between GEMILUT Columbia University and JTS and then went to the JTS Rabbinical School. Looking back over his career at Adath CHASADIM Jeshurun, Rabbi Slosberg identified many highlights, but perhaps the one accomplishment that stands out above the others is the help the congregation ACTS OF LOVING was able to render to Sudanese refugee, Gabriel Kwai. KINDNESS “He was one of the Lost Boys of Su- dan,” Rabbi Slosberg explained. He had been a speaker in conjunction with a Having a viable, vibrant Jewish concert at AJ, and during the reception after the concert, he asked Kwai how community in Louisville is very long his family had been in Louisville. “He said his wife and daughter were important. To ensure that we raise still in Sudan and he had never even seen enough money to provide The J and his daughter,” Rabbi Slosberg continued. “I said to him, in a year, your wife and Jewish overnight camp scholarships to daughter will be with you here. We raised children; support Jewish education, the money and made it happen.” Once Kwai’s family arrived, the con- Teen Connections and BBYO for our gregation continued to help them. They teens; maintain an active Hillel for our arranged for his daughter and subse- quent children, born in Louisville, to at- college students; oer aordable, hot tend the AJ Preschool. They helped his kosher meals and programs that help wife get a job and helped him go back to school. Today, Kwai is an assistant man- our seniors stay healthy and active; and ager of a nearby Kroger. The congregation is now working to ensure that Jewish Family and Career help a second Sudanese refugee. They’ve Services’ counseling, job search and already raised the money and are wait- ing for the family to get through all the senior services are available to those government red tape. who need them, whether or not they Other highlights Rabbi Slosberg men- tioned are: can pay the fees. Please make your • Helping spearhead all aspects of the commitment to the 2017 Federation synagogue’s renovation, including fundraising, and rallying the congre- Campaign today. gation around the cause; • Raising $130,000 for Unity Temple, now housed in AJ’s former home downtown, so that congregation could keep its doors open, and teach- ing its leadership how to raise money and how to budget; • Raising $300,000 in two weeks for Eliahu Academy’s Save the School DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT Campaign; • Serving four years as chair of the PLEDGE TODAY. ANY INCREASES OR NEW GIFT WILL BE DOUBLED. Board of Albert A. List College, where Keneseth Israel’s Rabbi Michael Wolk attended; This year, when you increase your gift to the Campaign or make a new gift, you double • Serving as chair of the Board of the your impact on our community. Thanks to a generous Double Your Impact Challenge Masorti Foundation; • Leading more than 30 trips to Israel from the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence, all donations that exceed what each for about 600 people from the congre- donor did last year, will be matched - up to $200,000. gation and the community; • Bringing the Melton School back to Louisville with a new concept that now has gained national support, and a close partnership with the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence and the Jewish Community of Louisville to To make your pledge for the 2017 Federation Campaign visit www.jewishlouisville.org/donate subsidize the program; • Working with Rabbi Kling and Can- or contact Kristy Benefield, 502-238-2739 or kbenefi[email protected]. tors Marshall Portnoy and David Lipp and the AJ staff members; and • Building relationships with congre- gants, being with them from the birth of children to bar/bat mitzvah to mar- TOGETHER WE DO www.jewishlouisville.org/federation riage and the birth of grandchildren. Jewish Federation CONTACT: Kristy Benefield at 502-238-2739 OF LOUISVILLE Rabbi Slosberg said he met his wife, EXTRAORDINARY THINGS or kbenefi[email protected] Deborah, during the Yom Kippur War. see SLOSBERG page 5 NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 5

Have a “Once Upon a Time” Night at Light Up CenterStage CALENDAR OF EVENTS by Shiela Steinman Wallace 10:30 p.m. and there will be a new layout and flow to the event to improve the ex- NOVEMBER 19 and 20 Editor Snowflake Shoppe perience. The J, Preview Night, November 19 6-9 p.m. $10. f you haven’t purchased your tickets “One of the things people told us they The J, Snowflake Shoppe, November 20, 10:30 to Light Up CenterStage this year, want is more food,” said Light Up Chair a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Artisans, crafters and you’d better hurry because the event Sarah Harlan. This year’s hors d’oeuvres other vendors will sell holiday merchandise. I is Saturday, December 3, at 7 p.m., selection will include a pasta station and Proceeds benefit The J Early Learning Center. and tickets for the popular gala and auc- roasted vegetables. “Chef Z will be cater- NOVEMBER 20 tion are going quickly. ing again,” she added, “and he does a won- COMING SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2016 PJ Library, Shalom Baby Music Class This year’s theme is “Once Upon a derful job.” There are reasons why he is The J. 10 a.m. Free music class for the Time…” and Eventualities is ready to one of the hottest catering chefs in the city. youngest music lovers, from newborns to deck out The J to enchant one and all. And, of course, there will be lots of el- terStage is using BidPal to ensure a toddlers. Dance, sign and move along with “The décor will feature a steam punk egant desserts, but this year, guests will better and easier silent auction bidding local musician John Gage. theme of gears and clocks and such,” find an assortment on each table when process. There will also be tech support NOVEMBER 20 CenterStage Artistic Director John Lef- patrons enter the auditorium for this people on hand to ensure the system Family Mitzvah Thanksgiving Event fert explained. “The theme was chosen year’s original Broadway revue and the can handle 250 people bidding at once JFCS. 12:30 p.m. At the Carole & Larry as a way to celebrate CenterStage’s past live auction. and enable each one to keep track of the Goldberg Family Mitzvah Thanksgiving and present work as we begin our jour- Online auction bidding, introduced items they really want. Event, JFCS, There will be lunch, as well as ney to an exciting future.” last year, will be back this year, and it Of course, the evening will also in- time for sorting Hanukkah Helpers donated In response to guests’ requests, the will be even better. The J has improved clude open bars, members of the Cen- gifts and making crafts. evening has been streamlined to end by its WiFi capabilities and Light Up Cen- terStage Company performing Leffert’s NOVEMBER 20 new original Broadway revue and a live Are Some Jews More Equal than Ladies, This Chanukah Party Is Just for You auction with a professional auctioneer. Others? We Have a Voice. “I’m super excited,” Harlan said. “I The Temple. 7 p.m. Free. A forum on religious by Shiela Steinman Wallace Aly Goldberg and Faina Kronenberg equality in Israel featuring Rabbi Gilad Kariv, love Light Up – it’s the most fun of the Yizhar Hess and David Mallach. Sponsored Editor are co-chairs of this event, and commit- year. Where else can you go to see a by Adath Jeshurun, Jewish Federation of tee members Joyce Bridge, Julie Ciriano, Broadway-quality show, enjoy delicious Louisville, Keneseth Israel, The Temple and Holiday time can be stressful, with Dara Cohen, Michelle Elisberg, Jasmine hors d’oeuvres and sumptuous desserts Temple Shalom. See story, page 1. shopping for gifts, cooking latkes and Farrier, Elise Goldstein, Debbie Hyman, provided by one of the hottest caterers in NOVEMBER 24 coordinating family gatherings piled on Julie Kling, Risa Koby, Keren Benabou, town and support the oldest community Pre-Feast Fitness Fest 2016 top of all your regular responsibilities. Devon Oser, Sue Paul, Allison Roemer, theatre in Kentucky?” The J. 8 a.m.-10:15 a.m. J members, free; You need a break. Susan Rudy, Julie Strull, Hunter Wein- Tickets are $950 for a table of 10 or guest passes $4 for adults, $2 for children So, ladies, get out your calendars right berg and Dara Woods are all doing their $108 for individual tickets and can be 3-11. Participate in 30-minute group fitness now and block off Tuesday, December part to make this a great ladies’ night purchased at www.jewishlouisville.org/ classes. Choose from J-Barre, Yoga, Body 13, from 7-9 p.m. because you’re invited out. lightup or by calling Anne Ensign-Ur- Pump Express, Cycle and Boot Camp. See to the Jewish Federation of Louisville’s Standard Club is located at 8208 teaga, 502-238-2773 by November 28. All story, CenterPiece page 1. Ladies’ Chanukah Party. “We’ll have Brownsboro Road and is made available proceeds of the evening benefit technical NOVEMBER 29 Standard Country Club all to ourselves” to the community by Jewish Heritage improvements to the theater including Community-Wide Think Tank with for this free ladies only event, says event Fund for Excellence. rebuilding the company’s costume stock Rabbi Irwin Kula co-chair Aly Goldberg, so get ready for Register in advance at www.jewish- that was stolen this summer. Adath Jeshurun. 7 p.m. Guided discussion an evening of fun. louisville.org/ladies-chanukah-party so Sarah Harlan is Light Up CenterStage on Jewish identity and embracing changes there will be enough for everyone. chair. Kelly Dodd is Light Up Center- as Jewish institutions. RSVP at www.jewish- What’s your passion? louisville.org/thinktank. See story, page 1. If you like to paint, indulge your pas- This Jewish Federation of Louis- Stage Auction chair. Candy Pierce is sion because Whet Your Pallet will be ville event is sponsored by Jewish Her- CenterStage Board chair. John R. Lef- DECEMBER 3 there. itage Fund for Excellence, Heaven Hill fert is J Arts & Ideas Director. Light Up CenterStage Is baking your thing? Kroger and Pas- Brands, Kroger, Sweet Surrender and Light Up CenterStage is supported by The J. 7 p.m. $108 per person. Louisville’s Heaven Hill Distilleries. premiere theater gala benefiting CenterStage try Chef Dara Cohen will be there with Whet Your Pallet. and its programs. Open bar, hors d’oeuvres, cookie and cake decorating tips. desserts, silent auction with electronic bid- Feeling the holiday stress? A therapist ding, live auction, original Boradway Revue. from The J will be offering quick head Are some Jews more equal than others? Purchase tickets at www.jewishlouisville. and neck massages. org/lightup or call Anne Ensign-Urteaga, Indulge your palate with a signature WE HAVE A VOICE. 502-238-2773. See story, this page. cocktail from Heaven Hill Distillery, ap- DECEMBER 11 petizers made by the talented members Interfaith Chanukah Party of the committee and delectable desserts The J. 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Celebrate the light by Sweet Surrender. of the season with food, music and candle Ready to let go a little more? Wear lighting. Donations of hats, golves, scarves, your craziest Chanukah apparel and etc for the 15th District PTA Clothing Closet are requested. RSVP at jewishlouisville.org/ just maybe you’ll bring home a fabulous interfaithchanukah. See story, page 9. prize. Of course, this is a Jewish gathering, DECEMBER 13 so bring along a canned good or nonper- Ladies’ Chanukah Party Standard Country Club. 7 p.m. Free. Gather ishable food item for the Jewish Fami- your girlfriends for a ladies’ night out. ly & Career Services Food Pantry or a Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of donation for the Janet and Sonny Meyer Louisville. See story, this page. Food Pantry Fund to add the joy of do- DECEMBER 14 ing a mitzvah to the event. Chanukah Candle Making Join us for a groundbreaking community discussion addressing the The J Lobby. 5:30 p.m. $1 per candle. Make as many beeswax candles as you like and SLOSBERG inequalities of religious freedom in Israel. learn about bees and pollinators. Continued from page 4 An exclusive program you will not want to miss! DECEMBER 15 She was a student at the University of Adult Latke Making Rochester and wanted to go to Israel. The J Senior Adult Lounge. 6 p.m. $15. Make Her parents worked out a deal. If she SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 | 7 P.M. latkes from potatoes, sweet potatoes, zuc- didn’t go to Israel, she could go to JTS chini and more and discuss Jewish food cul- and Columbia and get her Jewish educa- THE TEMPLE | 5101 U.S. HIGHWAY 42 ture. Other traditional Chanukah foods will tion degree. be available. RSVP to Michael Fraade, 502- Rabbi Slosberg was president of the 238-2769 or [email protected]. student body at the time and was encour- Guest speakers coming together for the first time in a DECEMBER 18 aged to help the new girl feel comfort- North American Jewish community: PJ Library, Shalom Baby Music Class able. He started tutoring her in Hebrew, The J. 10 a.m. Free music class for the then spilled coffee all over the work she Rabbi Gilad Kariv, Executive Director of the Israel Movement for youngest music lovers, from newborns to had done. “Now, I make her coffee in the Reform and Progressive Judaism toddlers. Dance, sing and move along with morning as penance,” he quipped. local musician John Gage. The Slosbergs have three children. Yizhar Hess, Executive Director and CEO of Masorti, DECEMBER 18 Their daughter, Aliza, is married to Stu- Israel’s Conservative Judaism Movement YAD Hike art Weinstock and they have a newborn Jefferson Memorial Forest. 12-5 p.m. Free. son, David Benjamin. The Slosbergs also David Mallach, Director of UJA-Federation of New York’s Young Adult picnic and hike in partnership with have two sons, Jacob and Jeremy. Commission on the Jewish People The J’s JOFEE program. Bring your own lunch. Rabbi Slosberg summed it all up, For more information, contact Benji Berlow, saying that serving as rabbi is like be- [email protected], or Michael Fraade ing married to the congregation. Those Jewish Federation OF LOUISVILLE at [email protected]. marriages don’t always work out, but he DECEMBER 24 feels blessed because his “marriage” to Chanukah, First Candle Congregation Adath Jeshurun has lasted SPONSORED BY: The Festival of Lights begins at sundown his entire career as a rabbi and promises ADATH JESHURUN, JEWISH FEDERATION OF LOUISVILLE, KENESETH ISRAEL, and continues for eight days. to continue for years to come. THE TEMPLE AND TEMPLE SHALOM 6 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 Major Gifts Event Focuses on Progress, Change, Hope by Shiela Steinman Wallace know we really need to look at a new Editor building.” She called on those present to become the pioneers for future genera- onors who attended the 2017 tions. Federation Campaign Major With Jeff Goldberg to lead the vision- Gifts Dinner on Sunday, Novem- ing team that is now being recruited, D ber 6, came away with a message Wagner said, JTomorrow will start with of progress, change and hope, and they the studies and committee work that responded by increasing their gifts five has been done over the years and move percent over what they gave last year. forward. Chris Bingaman, “an expert in Jewish Community of Louisville Pres- putting projects like this together,” she ident and CEO Sara Klein Wagner set explained, has been hired to move the the tone for the evening by announcing project forward and a communications a significant grant, briefing the group on plan is being developed. JTomorrow and sharing highlights of a Where will the building be? “With the Becky Swansburg Campaign Chairs Jane Goldstein and Jon Fleischaker year of accomplishment for the organi- info we have to date and potential part- zation. ners that would like to work with us, we The Jewish Heritage Fund for Excel- are looking at our property on Dutch- lence is continuing to invest in Louis- mans Lane,” Wagner said, “but we have ville’s Jewish community and to encour- not made that a final decision.” age community members to participate How big will it be? “The size of the in the Annual Campaign. For a second building and what’s included in it will consecutive year, JHFE is sponsoring be dependent on what the community the Double Your Impact Challenge. The will support,” she stated. The vision that organization will match all new gifts is developed will take into account what and all increases in gifts over the prior the JTomorrow team wants The J to be Jeff Tuvlin, Ron Abrams and Jerry Temes Anne and Fred Joseph and Frank and Barbara Weisberg year up to $200,000. “We’re incredibly and what successful JCCs look like. It fortunate to have that opportunity again will take into account sustainability and this year,” Wagner said. the needs for tomorrow. Two young adults, Greg Sokoler and In addition to the need for a new Casey Tuma, shared their personal story building and the steps to be taken to en- of how Birthright Israel, a program sup- sure the right decisions will be made as ported by funds raised by the Campaign, plans are developed and that there will connected them with each other and with be open communication throughout the Judaism to transform their lives. process, Wagner spoke about the impor- Campaign Co-Chairs Jane Goldstein tance of building community. “People and Jon Fleischaker shared some of are craving community,” she said, “Ev- their reasons for leading the 2017 Feder- eryone wants to be a part of a communi- ation Campaign and encouraged every- ty, and it’s our job to help them find their one present to make their commitments. place in ours.” The evening also included pre-elec- To accomplish this and to be relevant, tion political insights from pundits Jeff Wagner says the agency will use collab- Berkowitz and Jay Footlik. oration and leadership development, Rabbi Nadia Siritsky and Aly Ron and Elaine Weisberg and David and Nicole Goldstein opening the doors to invite people in. Goldberg JTomorrow PHOTOS BY TED WIRTH “We are looking at what’s aspirationally “We know that we have to invest in our possible with a vision of how we’re going participants but we need our participants to bring the community together,” Wagner to also participate and invest in us,” she began as she described JTomorrow. “The said. “We don’t want to just fill the seats with and not have people have a say or have a Embracing RABBI building we have loved at 3600 Dutch- mans Ln., which we all have emotional stake in what they’re coming to.” IRWIN KULA attachment to and have wonderful mem- Opening new pathways for people to Change ories of – as Stacy likes to say, our iconic become involved in the community is building – we know that unfortunately it is critical. “Each one of us in this room TUESDAY, NOV. 29, 2016 not the building for the future for us,” she might have had our entry point. The en- continued. “It is not financially responsi- try point for our children and grandchil- ble to renovate our current building.” dren will be much different,” she added. Community Meeting For the immediate future, she Birthright Leads to 7-9 p.m. stressed, the organization can “contin- Involvement and Love ue to live in the building” and “offer the Birthright Israel, the program that great programs we’re offering, but we see MAJOR GIFTS page 7 Congregation Adath Jeshurun 2401 Woodbourne Avenue

COMMUNITY PARTNERS: Barbara and Sidney Hymson and The Jewish Federation and our Casey Tuma and Greg Sokoler Arthur Isaacs community partners invite you ADATH JESHURUN to join a Community Think Tank. JEWISH FAMILY & CAREER SERVICES JEWISH FEDERATION OF Join Rabbi Irwin Kula, an international LOUISVILLE thought leader, who will guide a JEWISH HERITAGE FUND community discussion focusing on FOR EXCELLENCE the changing demographic, diverse KENESETH ISRAEL understanding of Jewish identity and TEMPLE SHALOM changing needs of our institutions. THE TEMPLE

Jewish Federation FOR MORE INFORMATION OF LOUISVILLE visit jewishlouisville.org/thinktank or contact Mary Jean Timmel at 502-238-2722.

Toni Goldman and Laura Koby Ralph Green, Shellie Branson and Jordan and Abby Green NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 7 help you “understand the impact that MAJOR GIFTS you have made here on a small scale,” Continued from page 6 and know that “it reverberates around gives Jewish young adults the opportu- the world.” nity to experience Israel on a peer trip, can be a life changing experience, and Why the Federation Campaign for Greg Sokoler and Casey Tuma, it cer- Reemphasizing the impact of the tainly was. Birthright Israel Program and the vision Tuma took her Birthright trip in 2008. for JTomorrow Wagner had put forth, At the time, she was a recent graduate Jane Goldstein asked Jon Fleischaker of Penn State, living in New York and to share his reasons for co-chairing the working as an actor. The trip, which she 2017 Campaign. made with other young people involved Fleischaker, a Louisville native whose in the arts, put her “on my spiritual jour- mother “was extremely active with Jew- ney with Judaism,” she said, and the ex- ish Hospital and other Jewish organiza- perience stayed with her. tions,” explained, that he spent a lot of Five years later she proposed creat- time at The J and at Standard Country Jeff Berkowitz and Jay Footlik Bruce Roth and Frank Weisberg ing another Birthright Israel arts trip. Club, when it was Jewish, because “we The program leaders agreed and gave had no other options. Where if you were her two weeks to recruit 40 people to Jewish, you had to create your own op- fill a bus. She succeeded. The program, tions because you weren’t allowed to be which she staffs, is now in its 10th sea- a part of the greater community. son and has become self-recruiting. “Times are better now,” he continued. Sokoler and two of his friends, all of “Our children and our grandchildren … whom were approaching 26, the cut of have more options and, as Sara said, we age for Birthright participation, signed have to change” to remain relevant and up for her trip and, despite security con- a part of their lives. cerns as Israel engaged in conflict with Fleischaker also believes, “it is ex- Gaza, went to Israel for the trip. Stating tremely important for this Jewish com- that his parents weren’t involved in the munity to be actively involved in the Jewish community, Sokoler said, “I was larger community. It is something we the one in my family who was trying to not only have to do to preserve ourselves find out where my place was in Juda- but we have to do it to make larger com- ism.” munity better place.” A brief piece his son, Jeff Fleischak- Jasmine Farrier Frockt and JCL Marie Abrams, Jay Footlik and Marcia Roth The connection between the Sokoler President & CEO Sara Klein Wagner and Tuma began on a two-hour Shab- er, a lawyer in Allentown, PA, recently bat walk to the hotel from the Kotel (the wrote speaks strongly to him about why Western Wall). By day seven, Tuma said, we need a strong Jewish community, so “we were in Tsfat, which is my favorite he shared it. city in all of Israel. Greg was across the “I was raised to be a proud Jewish way looking in some shop and I said to man,” Fleischaker read. “I did not know one of my mentors, … I’m going to mar- or appreciate what that meant for a long ry him.” time except that when I worked as a Back in this country, Tuma decided public defender in rural Kentucky I did to come visit Sokoler for a month. One not feel compelled to share my religious month stretched into three, “then that learnings with my clients. turned into I think I’m going to come “But I know now, as Jews, we are ever and stay forever because I can’t be apart vigilant, something that is second na- from him,” she said. ture where the history of persecution is He joined her in leading Birthright long. It is not just about me or my fellow trips and they got engaged on the beach Jews. I am taught to be vigilant against in Tel Aviv. They are planning to get persecution of any sort. married in June, but before they go on “Our faith and our history show us Denise Schiller and Jerry Fine David and Carolyn Neustadt Anthony and Vycki Minstein their honeymoon, they’re going to staff that persecution of one will no doubt another Birthright Israel trip. lead to the persecution of all. So I was Sokoler thanked those present for sup- taught to stand up, be counted and be porting the Birthright Israel program. proud, don’t simply tolerate others. Re- Without the experiences it provided, he spect them and appreciate them. Revere would not have seen the importance of their rights as your own. marrying a Jew or of being active in the “Isn’t that what the progressive move- Jewish community. “Thank you for the ment or in the old parlance, liberalism, opportunity to be here,” he said and to see MAJOR GIFTS page 9

Sarah and Chuck O’Koon Cheryl and David Karp Jim and Julie Ensign

Shellie Benovitz and Vycki Minstein Harry and Annette Geller Karen and Jeff Weiss

Kate and Allan Latts Jon Fleischaker and Kimberly Greene Jeff and Jennifer Tuvlin

Karen Abrams and Jeff Glazer Aly and Jeff Goldberg Rabbi Robert Slosberg and JCL David and Phyllis Leibson Jerry and Maura Temes Robin Miller Board Chair Jay Klempner 8 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 Rabbis Blaustein and Mandel Come to Louisville, Open KITE by Shiela Steinman Wallace A weekend Shabbaton at the Institute have received for so many years. Editor for Torah Study in Milwaukee, WI, intro- Rabbi Mandel’s wife, Mishy, is from duced him to the yeshiva concept of learn- Tarzana, CA. He described her as part of wo young Orthodox rabbis, Rab- ing when he was in eighth grade, and he the team, and added that she is a speech bis Zack Blaustein and Yitzy decided to go there for high school. therapist and will work downtown at a Mandel, and their families have He later went on to study for nine clinic. They have a son, Akiva, 3, and a T come to Louisville from New years at the Rabbinical Seminary of daughter, Batsheva, 1-1/2. York and they have begun the Kentucky America. “There, I gained even greater Rabbi Blaustein and Rabbi Mandel Institute for Torah Education (KITE) as and deeper appreciation of Torah and would love to hear suggestions of class- a venue for people to learn more about living life guided by Torah,” he said, and es and events from the Louisville Jewish Judaism and explore how Torah can en- he felt a desire to give back. community. “We are here for you,” they Rabbis Yitzy Mandel and Zack Blaustein hance their lives. “So, when Dr. Hyman and Rabbi Josh say. Contact Rabbi Blaustein at rabbi- They plan on offering a variety of Jew- Golding came to the yeshiva one day and [email protected] or Rabbi Mandel can also be found on facebook at www. ish learning opportunities tailored to the talked about how Louisville is interested at [email protected]. KITE facebool.com/KentuckyTorah. interests of community members. Some in bringing in young rabbis and families possibilities include one-on-one learning to the city, there was a big buzz in the and dessert and discussion programs. yeshiva.” Melton Will Offer Several New Courses “We hope to get a location to offer classes “Dr. Hyman was passionate and gave in general,” Rabbi Blaustein said. There a certain picture of unique opportuni- The Florence Melton School of Adult 10 or 20 week courses which focus on a specific subject in Jewish history, Bible will be some classes for men, some for ties that could be in Louisville, KY,” he Jewish Learning will offer several new or Jewish philosophy. women and some for mixed groups. The continued. Intrigued, Rabbi Blaustein classes that will run from January What classes will be offered starting rabbis and their wives will all teach. visited Louisville, met with Jewish com- through March. in January? “Torah is for everyone,” he continued, munity leaders and felt encouraged that What is Melton? On Tuesday evenings, January “and is relevant to every lifestyle.” The an institution for Torah education would The Florence Melton School of Adult 10-March 7, Rabbi Laura Metzger will classes will deal with topics from par- be welcome. Jewish Learning offers a university teach Ruth, Judith and Esther from enting to marriage to business. His wife, Rachel, worked at Landers quality non-denominational Jewish ed- 6:30-7:40 p.m., and Deborah Slosberg “People can gain tremendous mean- College for Women and the couple spent ucation program using curricula from will teach Bereshit (Genesis) from Adam ing in their lives by seeing how Torah two years serving as dorm parents, fre- The Hebrew University in Jerusalem. to Abraham from 7:50-9 p.m. can help them,” Rabbi Mandel said. quently hosting 15 or so guests at Shab- Who can/should attend? On Thursday mornings, January 12- “It can provide a tremendous boost for bat meals. Melton is for all adults who are inter- May 25, Professor Ed Segal will teach overall life experiences.” The Blausteins have a daughter, Cha- ested in Judaism: Jewish people, people Beyond Borders: Arab/Israeli Conflict KITE was launched earlier this month viva, who is not quite 2 years old. who work in the Jewish community, from 9:30-10:40 a.m. with a special Family Fun Day event that Rabbi Mandel grew up in Miami people considering conversion, people On Thursday mornings, January included a petting zoo, pony rides and Beach, in a family with eight boys and with Jewish family members. You don’t 12-March 9, Deborah Slosberg will teach a barbecue that brought the community one girl. After high school, he went to have to be Jewish or have prior Jewish Shemot (Exodus) from Slavery to Sinai together. Israel for two years and then entered education, and you don’t have to belong from 9:30-10:40 a.m., and Cantor David Rabbi Blaustein was born in Man- seminary in Queens where he studied to any congregation or organization to Lipp will teach History of Jewish Humor: hattan, but grew up in Hollywood, FL, for eight years and developed a lifelong participate in Melton. Sinai to Seinfeld from 10:50 a.m.-12 p.m. in a traditional home. He has an older love of studying Torah. He enjoys study- How does it work? There is a $125 fee for each class and brother and two younger sisters. At age ing with others and guiding and helping The Core Curriculum meets for two all classes will take place at Adath Je- 10 or 11, he became more observant, and younger students. “Torah has given me and a half hours on Tuesday evening shurun. in the sixth grade transferred to a school an approach to living happily a life with or Thursday morning for 28 weeks. All For information, visit www.jewish- run by Rabbi Avraham Yachnes, whom positive meaning.” reading and discussion take place in louisville.org/melton or contact Melton Rabbi Blaustein described as influential He’s eager to share his joy in Torah, class; there is no homework, and there Director Deborah Slosberg at AJ at 458- in his life. saying, “It’s about giving back what I are no tests. The Scholars Curriculum consists of 5359 or [email protected].

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TICKETS: PALACE THEATRE BOX OFFICE • 800-745-3000 • LOUISVILLEPALACE.COM • AC2LIVE.COM NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 9 Schurr Retires from Teaching, Embarks on New Adventures by Shiela Steinman Wallace community, and often their children as in hospitals and seniors in homes. ish education is very limited, Schurr Editor well. For a time, she even served as The Schurr was certified to train therapy explained, and to take full advantage of J’s Children’s Department director and dogs in California and is training Lola it, Louisville’s Jewish schools are contin- he times they are was instrumental in building and super- now. Working with WAGS (Wonderful ually looking a different curricula and a-changin,” Bob Dylan vising Gannon, establishing after school Animals Giving Support) to schedule improving on what they do with the goal wrote in his popular folk services and programming for children, their visits. of providing children the solid base they “Tsong, and when it comes to and, for many years worked at The J Schurr was born in Tel Aviv and the need “to be active, knowledgeable mem- Louisville’s Jewish education scene, that Summer Camp. family then moved to Rehovot, but she bers of the community.” is certainly true. Although it wasn’t an easy decision, spent most of her childhood in a small It’s been an interesting journey to Since 1981, at 71, Schurr says the time has come town in the Lower Galilee region, Kiryat see “how things have changed over the Dafna Schurr has to leave the classroom to pursue other Tivon, which she described as “a beauti- years,” she continued, as Louisville’s been in Louisville’s opportunities. Of course, that doesn’t ful place overlooking the Jezreel Valley.” Jewish educators strive to “be more pro- Jewish classrooms mean sitting still. When she came to the United States, ductive with less time” and to introduce teaching children “I want to embrace life from a differ- she and her then-husband planned technology into the classroom. and adults of all ent angle,” she explained, and she’s ea- to stay in Houston for two years so he Teaching afforded Schurr the op- ages. She taught ger to learn new things. She’s part of the could pursue post-doctoral studies. portunity to learn from her colleagues fourth grade at master gardeners community and takes Their situation changed and they stayed and students. “I always thought if you’re The Temple. She classes and workshops to enhance her there for two more years before coming open to students, open to children, ob- started with kin- skills. She wants to learn Spanish and to Louisville. serve them, try to be sensitive and see dergarteners and polish her math skills. She’s also look- “When I came to this community,” their needs, that you learn a lot about stayed with the ing forward to doing some traveling and Schurr observed, “I was really embraced humanity generally.” students through Dafna Schurr finding things she and her partner, Ed and welcomed by so many people. It re- She based her teaching on the Hebrew middle school at Cohen, can do together. ally felt like home and the adjustment phrase, “hanoch lana-ar l’fi darko, teach Eliahu Academy. She taught at the Lou- As a native Israeli, Schurr treasures was very easy.” As an Israeli, she felt that the youth by their ways, which means isville Hebrew School and continued to that connection and often helps with the community treated her as an asset you have to be sensitive and realize that teach there after it became Louisville programs that connect Louisville with and showed “a lot of warmth and kind- there are differences in the students in Beit Sefer Yachad. She was the director Israel. She and Cohen chaired Louis- ness,” she added. your class, taking into account each and teacher of the Kehila middle school ville’s Israel at 60 celebration that in- Having earned her teaching certifica- student’s needs and style of learning.” program. volved a series of well-attended events, tion from an Israeli seminary that was She treasures the relationships she She tutored b’nai mitzvah candidates and she helped with several Yom part of the University of Haifa, Schurr has built over the years with her col- and those who wanted to learn Hebrew HaAtzmaut celebrations. explained, “I felt like I was equipped leagues – teachers, administrators, par- and those who wanted to chant Torah. An animal lover, she and her dog, with what the community needed” a ents and coworkers. Through her long career, she taught Lola, provide support to people in stress- Hebrew and Judaic teacher. Schurr has three adult children, many of the children who grew up in this ful situations. They like to visit children “I always cherished children and I al- Barak Schurr and Hila Schurr, who live ways was very fortunate to be able to be in the Los Angeles area, and Ori Schurr, part of their growing up,” she said. “It who lives near Louisville. Her partner in JCRC Interfaith Chanukah Party: A was very rewarding.” life is Ed Cohen. Fun Way to Share Jewish Traditions The time available for children’s Jew- by Shiela Steinman Wallace be shared and candles will be lit. Jewish Family & Career Services Launches Editor And, of course, there will be latkes and sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts) because Two New Workforce Assistance Programs Have you ever heard Chanukah re- it wouldn’t be a party without the tradi- Senior Workforce Center manager, will be leading a new initia- ferred to as the “Jewish Christmas” even tional holiday foods, cooked in oil. Throughout its history, Jewish Family tive, JFCS Connect. though there is no connection between Every Chanukah celebration is also & Career Services has adapted its pro- The mission of the JFCS Connect the two holidays other than the time of an opportunity to do a mitzvah, so bring grams and services to meet the chang- program is to encourage, empower and year they occur? canned goods and nonperishable items ing needs of the community. Following employ individuals who face challenges To help clear up the confusion and for the Jewish Family & Career Services a growing demand for employment in obtaining employment. She will work share the beauty of Chanukah, the Jew- Food Pantry or monetary donations for services by people who have retired or to connect both youth (ages 18-24) and ish Community Relations Council will the Janet and Sonny Meyer Food Pantry are nearing retirement, JFCS has estab- host its annual Interfaith Chanukah adults to job readiness development, Fund. lished the Senior Workforce Center to Party on Sunday, December 11, from training, education and employment op- To ensure there is enough food for serve financially vulnerable older adults portunities. 3-4:30 p.m. at The J. everyone, register online at www.jew- The light of the season is worth cel- by helping them gain improved financial This program will also consist of a ishlouisville.org/InterfaithChanukah. security from employment or self-em- workshop series focused on job search ebrating together, so you’re invited and For more information, contact JCRC Di- bring your friends. People of all faiths ployment and/or improved personal fi- strategies, as well as assistance with rector Matt Goldberg, 502-238-2707 or nancial management. Orville Blackman employer networking. Thirlwell will are welcome. Cantors Sharon Hordes of [email protected]. Keneseth Israel and David Lipp of Adath is the new program’s director. work to expand employer engagement Jeff Slyn is the chair of this program. Participation is limited to people who by developing relationships with poten- Jeshurun will sing and lead Chanukah This program is co-sponsored by In- songs and the story of the holiday will live in Louisville/Jefferson County and tial employers, as well as coordinating terfaith Paths to Peace. the wider Kentucky-Indiana Metropol- networking events in which businesses itan Statistical Area. Participants will can participate. She looks forward to al Committee, and Jay Footlick, who has benefit from job readiness workshops, connecting candidates with employers MAJOR GIFTS similar credentials with the Democrats. personal employment coaching and as- in need of talent. Continued from page 7 University of Louisville Political Science sessments that will help in aligning job The first JFCS Connect program will or even older parlance, civil rights, is all Professor Jasmine Farrier Frockt mod- opportunities to match the skills and be a four-session series of workshops be- about? erated their discussion. strengths of the participants. ginning mid-November. “So I stand. I stand because that is Farrier defined politics as “a nonvio- The job readiness workshops will cov- If you are unemployed or underem- what I was taught and what I will teach lent coordination of conflict for self-gov- er a range of both traditional job search ployed and are interested in partici- my daughters today and next week.” ernment.” Then she guided the speakers mechanics such as resume writing and pating in this program, you can reach After sharing his son’s thoughts, Fleis- to talk about their lives and advocacy interviewing, as well as non-traditional Thirlwell at 502-452-6341 or kthirlwell@ chaker added, “We are living in a time when and the ways they contribute to the Jew- features such as stress management and jfcslouisville.org. not just anti-Semitism, but racism, intoler- ish community, support for Israel as a motivational interviewing that can posi- ance are exploding all around us. It’s a part bipartisan issue, other potentially uni- tively affect job outcomes. of the presidential campaign, one candidate fying issues and ways to overcome the Participants will also have the oppor- in particular, and it is growing. divisiveness of the election. tunity to engage in personal, one-to-one “It is something that we have to stand While Footlik said the leaders of the employment coaching and/or mentoring up against. Not just anti-Semitism – we Democratic party and solidly pro-Israel, services that are designed to help each have to stand up against any kind of in- he expressed concern about a growing participant create a personalized em- tolerance, because that’s who we are. divide within the party and the increas- ployment action plan that is aligned with That’s how we make the world a better ing strength of the BDS (Boycott, Divest each participant’s profile, workshop ob- place [in which] to live. In order to do and Sanction) movement. jectives, assessment results, higher de- that, we need strong Jewish institutions; Berkowitz said that both parties were mand sectors/jobs and workforce needs. we need a strong Jewish Community of solidly pro-Israel. “I’m delighted that Seniors who are interested in access- Louisville; we need a strong community there is tremendous bipartisanship and I ing employment services through the relations effort.” can only hope that that is a springboard Senior Workforce Center should contact Fleischaker and Goldstein appealed for healing the country after one of the Orville Blackman at 502-452-6341 or to everyone present to stand up and help most divisive elections in our history.” [email protected]. make this Campaign a success. The two did not agree on other issues JFCS Connect that might bring unity to the country Guest Speakers Kendall Thirlwell was the JFCS Em- under either Hillary Clinton or Donald ployment Specialist who developed the Becky Swansburg introduced the Trump, but both felt that there are many guest speakers, Jeff Berkowitz, who has award-winning KCCGO at the Kentucky people on both sides of the aisle who are Career Center, which had a near 80 per- a long history of working with leading willing to work together and build stron- Republicans and the Republican Nation- cent employment outcome rate. Her ger communities. new position, as Employment Program 10 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 Associate Justice Elena Kagan Accepted Brandeis Medal Award on October 24 by Lisa Goldberg presented to Justice Kagan by Susan of the university community attended Brandeis biographer Melvin Urofsky, Special to Community Duncan, dean of the Brandeis School, at the event. Students from Central High and legal journalist Linda Greenhouse. a ceremony on campus. School, with whom the law school Urofsky has been a speaker at JCC/Fed- ne hundred years ago, native Before receiving the medal, Justice shares a partnership, were also in atten- eration events on previous occasions. Louisvillian Louis Brandeis Kagan participated in a panel discus- dance. In another event on October 24, Jef- was appointed to be a Supreme sion, where she was interviewed by Mashayla Hays, a Central High grad- frey Rosen, author of the most recent OCourt Justice, the first Jewish Professors Laura Rothstein and Justin uate and current second year Brandeis Brandeis biography, gave a talk spon- person to be appointed to the post. The Walker. Formerly, Walker was a student School student, presented Justice Ka- sored by the Filson Historical Society. Louisville community has honored that of Kagan’s at Harvard Law School. gan with a t-shirt with Muhammad Ali’s The event at The Temple, was attended milestone by a year of events marking Justice Kagan shared memories of her famous quote, “Float Like a Butterfly, by about 500 people. In his talk, Rosen the occasion. time as a clerk for the late Justice Thur- Sting Like a Bee,” inspired by the Central emphasized the significant influence In 1982, the University of Louisville D. good Marshall, the first African American High School mascot, the yellow jackets that the Louisville community had on Brandeis School of Law established the justice to serve on the Court and com- and honoring the late Muhammad Ali. developing Brandeis’s principles. Brandeis medal to recognize individu- mented on the often unseen relationship Katie Bonds, Student Bar Association The Brandeis School of Law, the Jew- als whose lives reflect Justice Brandeis’ the justices share outside of the Court. president presented her with Muham- ish community and legal community commitment to the ideals of individual She recalled how Chief Justice John mad Ali boxing gloves to recognize Jus- have honored Brandeis’ appointment liberty, concern for the disadvantaged Roberts was the first to call her to con- tice Kagan’s exercise regime of boxing. centennial with several other events and public service. It is the highest hon- gratulate her on her confirmation, de- Professor Rothstein presented Justice during 2016. These include David Dalin’s or the school presents and is given annu- spite it being nearly 3 a.m. in Australia, Kagan with a box of animal crackers, presentation at The J last April, during ally. The award winner comes to Louis- from where he was calling. The relation- one of Justice Brandeis’ favorite late which he recounted the presence of Jews ville to present a program. ships of the members of the Court were night snacks. She later continued anoth- on the Court as described in his forth- On October 24, the University of Lou- noted by the tradition of all justices hav- er tradition, by accompanying Justice coming book, The Jewish Justices of the isville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law ing lunch together after major Court rul- Kagan in placing a wreath at Justice Supreme Court from Brandeis to Kagan: awarded the Brandeis Medal to Elena ings, regardless of the outcome. While Brandeis’ grave at the law school porti- Their Lives and Legacies (Brandeis Uni- Kagan, Associate Justice of the United on some occasions this is not easy, Jus- co. versity Press 2017). States Supreme Court. The medal was tice Kagan values this tradition and sees Justice Kagan, who grew up in a Jew- Other events included the May pre- it as important. ish family on the Upper West Side of sentations by Laura Rothstein about Justice Kagan also shared amusing New York City, is a graduate of Prince- Brandeis and his connection to Louis- memories of a basketball injury suffered ton University, Oxford University and ville at the Kentucky Bar Association at the Supreme Court’s own basketball Harvard Law School, where she served Annual Meeting and at the Sixth Circuit court (what she referred to as “the high- as its first female dean. Judicial Conference. In June, Lance Li- est court in the land”) and how former Prior to her 2010 appointment by ebman (Kentucky native and former Justice Sandra Day O’Connor told her President Barak Obama, Justice Kagan dean of Columbia Law School) gave a that it would not have happened had she served as the first female U.S. solici- talk at the law school’s Warns/Render taken aerobics instead. She also fondly tor general. She currently occupies the Conference about the Brandeis influ- remembered her late colleague, Justice same seat on the Supreme Court once ence on labor and employment. On Oc- Antonin Scalia and the close friendship held by Louis Brandeis. tober 19, the Supreme Court Historical they formed, even though they disagreed Previous recipients include Supreme Society and the Brandeis School of Law on many issues. Court Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and recognized Justice Brandeis at an event As only the fourth woman appointed Stephen G. Breyer, Abner J. Mikva, Pro- at the Supreme Court in Washington, to serve on the nation’s highest court, fessors Samuel Dash and Arthur Miller, DC, at which Urofsky spoke. Justice Kagan is aware of her place in history; however, she does not necessarily believe that the presence of three women Temple Shalom Installs Its Second changes the ideological makeup. She be- lieves it is valuable, however, for male and Rabbi Ever, Celebrates Its 40th at Gala female students and others to see women by Lee Chottiner but was presented with a k’tav rabbanut on the court and in professional roles. Special to Community – a contract with life tenure that was Susan Duncan, dean of the Brandeis School, presented A number of local attorneys, judges, signed by all the worthies of the com- the Brandeis Medal to Justice Elena Kagan. alumni of the law school and members First, the founding members of Tem- munity – the rabbi was not officially in- ple Shalom stood before the congrega- stalled. Here, where the position of the tion. rabbi is sometimes precarious and in- Then into the sanctuary marched secure, a vast number of people would Rabbi Beth Jacowitz Chottiner and her gather at a banquet and install him with mentor, Rabbi Sam Joseph of Hebrew all the pomp and ceremony that Ameri- Union College-Jewish Institute of Reli- can Jewry is noted for.” gion in Cincinnati. Joseph called Jacowitz Chottiner “a One by one, the past presidents of very special text person,” saying she Temple Shalom, the current executive “embodies one who believes that living committee, the youth group leaders and a full, rich, meaningful Jewish life is a Clay Callam, Jacowitz Chottiner’s first special gift for us Jews. bar mitzvah as the congregation’s spiri- “She teaches us about this kind of life,” tual leader, followed the rabbis down the he continued. “She guides us, counsels aisle. us and supports us as we learn and live Finally, cradling a Torah, an emotion- Jewishly. And, as is to be expected of one al Rabbi Emeritus Stan Miles walked in who is our rabbi, Rabbi Beth Jacowitz as the 100-plus worshippers gave him a Chottiner lives this life herself.” standing ovation. The next night’s gala was a ruby-stud- He joined the procession, now stand- ded evening – literally. (Costume rubies ing before the bima and placed the To- dotted the banquet tables and ruby col- rah in the founders’ arms. They passed ored drinks were mixed up at the bar.) the scroll down the line until it again A raffle was held for everything from a reached Miles. Then he placed it in Ja- basket of bourbon to jewelry to babysit- cowitz Chottiner’s arms. ting sessions to lunch with the rabbi. So began the Friday, November 11, Shir Adat, the choral group from Temple installation ceremony of Jacowitz Chot- Adath Israel in Lexington, provided the tiner as only the second rabbi in the con- entertainment. gregation’s 40-year history. The ceremo- Stuart Milk, president of the Harvey ny kicked off a weekend of celebration Milk Foundation and an international for Temple Shalom, which culminated human rights activist, was the keynote with its ruby anniversary gala at the speaker, offering a sober assessment of Standard Club. LGBT rights around the globe. Miles seemed to grasp the moment’s Longtime Temple Shalom members – significance. Speaking at the installa- President Keiron O’Connell; Immediate tion, he said Temple Shalom was poised Past President Matt Doctrow; Treasurer to follow a Jewish Louisville tradition: Adam Mather, who grew up in the con- rabbinic longevity. gregation; and Miles – gave their own “Adath Jeshurun has had three senior takes on the history of the congregation. rabbis in 100 years,” he said. “I hope we They talked about its earliest days follow that tradition. I think we will.” meeting at the JCC, to the time that This reporter is the husband of Jacow- Bellarmine University hosted the fledg- itz Chottiner. ling congregation, to its first building The installation ceremony is an Amer- – a house on Taylorsville Road so small ican invention, according to Joseph, the that Torah processions on Simchat To- Eleanor Sinsheimer Distinguished Ser- rah were done outdoors (a tradition that vice Professor of Jewish Education and continues for the first and final hakafot Leadership Development at HUC-JIR. to this day) – to its current location on “A spiritual leader in Eastern Europe Lowe Road where most of the bima and was seldom installed,” he said. “There, foyer furnishings were built by mem- where the rabbi was not given a tempo- bers. rary contract for one, three or five years, see INSTALLATION page 11 NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 11 Community Comes Together for Shabbat Project Challah Baking and Havdalah by Louisville Shabbat Project of the weekend because there were so … challah.” to stay tuned as we make plans for fu- Committee many people from different walks of Many others echoed another partici- ture community wide Shabbat projects. Jewish life mixed together at the tables. pant when they said, “I thought this was Members of the Louisville Shabbat his past month, the Jewish world They came from different generations a great event and can’t wait for next year!” Project Committee are Rachel Blaustein, took a well-deserved collective and backgrounds. On Saturday afternoon, November 12, Sandra Chack, Amy Faust, Jodi Halp- deep breath as it celebrated Shab- Led by Bari Mitzmann, the director the J’s JOFEE Fellow Michael Fraade led ern, Duby Litvin, Fraidy Litvin, Goldie T bat together as part of the 2016 of Women’s Learning for the Las Vegas a small group on a wonderful and infor- Litvin, Mishy Mandel, Lenae Price, Cori Shabbat Project. An estimated one mil- Jewish Experience, participants learned mative nature hike through Cherokee Roth, Hindy Snaid, Lisa Sobel-Berlow, lion people took part in celebrations in the special qualities for each ingredient Park. The two-hour journey began and Chaya Susman and Heidi Wolk. over 950 communities on and around the that goes into challah. They followed ended at Big Rock. Shabbat of November 11 and 12 – not just Duby Litvin as she shared how to sepa- One participant said that she was in unique Shabbat programs, but in city- rate “challah” and say the bracha (bless- inspired by the Shabbat Project to go wide pre-Shabbat “Challah Bakes” and ing) over it before she shared how to “technology free” and that it sparked post-Shabbat “Havdalah Concerts.” The braid four-strand and six-strand loaves communication about what Shabbat Louisville community joined this global and make challah rolls. means to her and her spouse. movement with many special programs For many in attendance, this was their The Louisville Shabbat Project also and services at our local synagogues. first time ever making challah and they invited the community to join together The Louisville Shabbat Project was were given the chance to choose to make in celebration of Havdalah (the ceremo- spearheaded by a committee of 14 women whole-wheat, traditional white or gluten ny that ends Shabbat and begins the reg- from across the religious spectrum in our free loaves. ular week) at Big Rock. Fifty members community. Together, they coordinated One participant shared, “Being with of our community came out in the cold the first ever Great Big Challah Bake on my friends, and many other Jewish to sing, make s’mores, enjoy hot cocoa Wednesday, November 9, at the J where women, and all of us working side by and meditate on bringing more unifying over 100 participants came together. side, making the same thing, this one light to our community. The group truly personified the idea special thing that connects us together The evening began with everyone gathering in a circle for the traditional blessings demarking the end of Shabbat Jewish Learning Center Open in Louisville accompanied by Benji Berlow on the The Jewish Learning Center is now guitar. Following the ceremony, Rab- open and available for all of Louisville bi Avrohom Litvin led a small group in to enrich their lives with a wide variety meditation reflecting on the spirit of the of educational programming. In the weekend and the Torah portion of the past few weeks, this new community week, Lech Lecha. resource has already seen hundreds of Then a small group began to sing people attending its initial programs camp songs with the guitar and drum as with many more expected as the center everyone gathered around for a Kumzitz offers more educational alternatives. (Yiddish for come sit) while a group of On Tuesday, September 6, the Louis- yeshiva students visiting from St. Louis ville Jewish Day School and the Gan To- gathered a group to dance as they sang rah Preschool found a permanent home into the night. at the Jewish Learning Center, which re- Letter from Mayor Greg Fischer presented to Rabbi Lit- The committee thanks The Jewish cently opened at 1110 Dupont Cr. Goldie vin by Eric Friedlander, Director of Community Services Federation, The J, and the Jewish Heri- Litvin, principal at the school said, “The tage Fund for Excellence. Our first year Jewish Learning Center has enabled us JLI teaching strategies and who attend with the Louisville Shabbat Project to reopen our school in the most central continuing education programming are would not have been possible without location to the entire Louisville Jewish able to teach these courses. Rabbi Avro- your support. We invite the community Many more photos are available at www.jewishlouisville. community.” hom Litvin is the only instructor with org Parents from across the communi- these qualifications in Kentucky. ty and as far away as Ft Knox love the The newest educational presentation new location and all of its amenities for at the Jewish Leaning Center is JLearn, the children learning and recreational which opened on Thursday, November needs. 10. JLearn offers three simultaneous Ladies’ Chanukah Party On Sunday, September 25, Learning classes from 7-7:50 p.m. and three ad- Center’s grand ribbon cutting was held. ditional classes from 8-8:50 p.m. every Co-chairs Aly Goldberg & Faina Kronenberg Members of most every facet of our Thursday. community were on hand to celebrate Rabbi Shmully Litvin, community co- and welcome to the Jewish Learning ordinator of the Jewish Learning Center Center into the educational opportu- explained, “Our goal is to create a safe Gather Your Girlfriends & Join nities offered in our city. Mayor Greg space to explore Jewish Learning for all Fischer sent a letter of congratulation people, regardless of affiliation, back- honoring the JLC for providing “fine re- ground or previous knowledge. Many Us For a Ladies’ Night Out! ligious based program for citizens of all people have shared with me that they ages and learning needs.” have always had questions and never felt On Monday, November 7, the Jew- comfortable bringing them up in oth- Tuesday, Dec. 13 | 7-9 p.m. ish Learning Center officially began its er venues. The Jewish Learning Center adult education offerings by presenting aims to be that community resource, a course from the International Rohr where every question is respected and The Standard Club Jewish Learning Institute. Only certi- information is shared in an upbeat and fied teachers who have mastered the positive manner.” 8208 Brownsboro Road that created The Temple. INSTALLATION “From what I understand, there were Bring your friends and Continued from page 10 naysayers who said it couldn’t be done,” Miles, who spent 38 years as Tem- she added, “but like Avram, our found- indulge your passions: ple Shalom’s rabbi, recalled leading his ers had the necessary faith and courage • Painting first service in the JCC patio gallery. He to move forward, heeding the call they saw a portable ark built by David Kling, felt in their hearts, minds and souls. • Dessert decorating containing a Torah on loan from Adath They let their vision be their guide, and • Get a massage Jeshurun, copies of the newly revised look how far we’ve come!” Union Prayer Book, and an art exhibit • Enjoy a signature cocktail, on the walls. Available Exclusively Online appetizers & desserts “On three of the four walls, nudes, at www.jewishlouisville.org: nudes, nudes – great exhibit,” Miles said. Sheilah Miles Installed as President Don’t forget to wear your craziest “We talk about spirituality. That didn’t of WRJ’s Central District do much for it.” Chanukah apparel for prizes & bring a Speaking at the gala, Jacowitz Chot- Von Seltmanns Share Story of How donation for the JFCS Food Pantry. tiner told members and guests from Love Can Overcome Forebears other congregations that Temple Sha- Nazi Past lom’s founding followed the tradition of Rep. Yarmuth Gives Temple Shalom Register in advance at Avram setting out for Canaan – in other Audience Post Election Analysis jewishlouisville.org/ladies-chanukah-party words, starting anew. “In many ways, the founders of Tem- Partnership Connection with Buda- ple Shalom were like Avram,” she said. pest Pays Off for Galilee Hospital “They were called to start a new congre- Leonard Cohen Dies gation, one that would be smaller and more intimate than the congregation AJC and ISNA Launch Muslim-Jew- that was being formed from the merger” ish Advisory Council 12 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 Lipstadt Respect as a Teacher; for Standing Up to Holocaust Deniers by Shiela Steinman Wallace locaust, from survivors’ testimony to meticulous records kept by the Nazis The Editor students detailing what they did to whom when and their hat Emory University professor and where. Irving twisted the documen- teacher: and author Deborah Lipstadt is tation to provide a differing perspective. Scott widely heralded for winning the And Irving was a formidable adver- Weinberg, court battle in England when sary, because he had already established Deborah T David Irving sued her for libel for call- a reputation as a respected writer of his- Lipstadt, ing him a Holocaust denier is an indis- Aaron tory books. It was only when he wrote Pedowitz putable fact. That she is an excellent and about the Holocaust that he twisted the and Deb- popular teacher is borne out by the full facts to suit his own purposes rather bie Atlas classrooms for every course she teaches. than documenting them for what they KI Rabbi But when she came to Keneseth Israel were. Michael Wolk Congregation in Louisville on Thursday, Lipstadt and her legal team decided asked several November 10, to speak about her expe- to use Irving’s own writings on the Ho- questions. riences during the trial, the full extent locaust against him rather than relying of her impact on students became evi- on other sources. They also decided not dent to all. Three Louisvillians, Debbie to call on Holocaust survivors to testify Atlas, Aaron Pedowitz and Scott Wein- because they did not want subject vic- berg, hold her in such high regard that tims of Hitler’s persecution to reliving all three wanted to introduce her, and the horrors under oath or cross exam- rather than agreeing to let one of them ination by Irving. do the honors, each of the recounted By comparing what Irving wrote to how Lipstadt and her classes changed original documentation, they were able the course of their lives. to generate 100 linear feet of documenta- In fact, Lipstadt only agreed to come Lipstadt said the personalized Louisville Slugger bat tion to prove Irving twisted and distorted she received is one of only a few thank you gifts she when Weinberg, now president of KI, the facts to suit his own theories through feels is worth keeping. reached out to her. He had been in her omission of details, reporting events out of class when she was served with Irving’s sequence and other maneuvers. lawsuit. Her appearance also coincid- One example Lipstadt cited was Ir- ed with the release of the movie Denial, ving’s account of Kristallnacht, the an- based on her book with the same title that niversary of which was observed the details her legal battle with David Irving. day before she spoke in Louisville. In In the United States, she explained, if a his writings, Lipstadt said, Irving made person sues another for libel, the burden Hitler out to be a defender of Jews in the PHOTOS of proving the charges falls on the accuser. face of unplanned, unprovoked violence. BY TED WIRTH. British law, she continued “is the mirror MANY As evidence, Irving said a telex com- MORE AVAIL- image of American law.” If a person sues munication Hitler sent called for rioters ABLE AT WWW. another for libel, the burden of disproving to stop the violence against the Jews, JEWISHLOUIS- the charges falls on the accused. So when VILLE.ORG therefore, he was protecting them. David Irving sued Deborah Lipstadt for In that telex, Lipstadt explained, Hit- libel, she had to go to England and find a ler called for an end to arson against way to prove in court that David Irving is the Jews. He issued that call because a Holocaust denier. the fires were getting out of hand. When There is, of course, extensive doc- the synagogues and Jewish businesses umentation of the horrors of the Ho- and homes burned, the flames quickly outpaced the fire departments’ ability off and informational event on December 1 Shoretz in 2012 and is a member of the to control them. That meant that fires TUVLIN with Grinspoon LIFE & LEGACY consul- Women’s Philanthropy Cabinet. intended to destroy Jewish property Continued from page 1 tant Christine Kutnick. In addition, Louis- She serves as secretary of the board spread to non-Jewish homes and busi- together to build endowments that will sus- ville is fortunate that LIFE & LEGACY Na- of the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excel- nesses. Hitler never called for an end to tain them in the future. tional Director Arlene D. Schiff will be in lence and is a member of the JCC, Con- the violence, only an end to the arson in The HGF will match 33 percent of attendance. For more information, contact gregation Adath Jeshurun, The Temple order to protect Aryan property. each community’s LIFE & LEGACY Jennifer Tuvlin, 502-238-2719. and National Council of Jewish Women. Score one for Lipstadt and her team. budget for four years up to a maximum Over the years, the Harold Grinspoon In the community, she is a member of The work was painstakingly meticulous, of $100,000 a year. The Federation has Foundation has been a tremendous phil- the PTSAs at Dunn Elementary School. but Lipstadt and her team traced back also received a grant from the Jewish anthropic partner for Jewish communi- Meyzeek Middle School and DuPont the sources Irving cited and document- Heritage Fund for Excellence to cover ties across North America, including Manual High School. She has also held ed case after case where Irving altered the expenses of the program. Louisville. The HGF started PJ Library, many positions, including serving on the timeline of occurrences, twisted the The program provides structure, train- the program that sends high quality the Site Based Decision Making Council meaning when documentation didn’t ing, mentoring and monetary incentives Jewish books and CDs to young Jewish at Dunn and as High School University match his narrative and omitted details to ensure the community’s success in inte- children every month, encouraging fam- liaison at Manual. or lied in his writings. ilies to engage in Jewish discussions and In the past, Tuvlin was a member of The detail they presented in their over- grating legacy giving into its philanthropic whelming evidence enabled them to prove culture. It is a community-building enter- participate in Jewish activities. the JCC’s Board and chaired its Early in court that Lipstadt had not libeled Ir- prise that emphasizes collaboration and It is also responsible for the JCamp 180 Childhood Department. She was also ving because when Lipstadt wrote that works to create a united, strong Jewish program which has provided professional on the Keneseth Israel Preschool Board Irving was a Holocaust denier, she was community for future generations. support to the J Summer Camp program and helped with the formation of the merely stating a verifiable fact. “My position will be to work with ev- here in Louisville, enabling this wonder- merged Sunday School program for After she was exonerated and she began ery agency that signs on through the ful program to do strategic planning, im- Adath Jeshurun, Keneseth Israel and speaking about her experiences, Lipstadt Louisville effort,” Tuvlin explained, “as- prove financial planning and fundraising, Temple Shalom that today is part of Beit found the survivors would seek her out sisting them with their administration use technology effectively and to engage in Sefer Yachad. and thank her for taking on David Irving. and the formation of committees to find leadership development. Although she was born in New York, She found this disconcerting. After all, these legacy gifts.” In her role as PJ Library director, Tu- Jennifer Tuvlin moved to Louisville with while her battle with David Irving was dif- Louisville is in the fifth cohort of vlin saw the original program, which, her family in 1980. She was very active in ficult and she suffered throughout its five communities the Grinspoon Founda- once a month, sends high quality Jewish BBYO and won the Ellen Faye Garmon year duration, it was nothing compared to tion has recruited. That means the pro- books and CDs to children from birth to Award while she was in high school. what the survivors had experienced. gram already has a track record of suc- age 6, expand to PJ Plus, which extended She did her undergraduate work at It was only after he cousin explained to cess. “Most other communities that have the program to 7 and 8 year olds, and lat- the University of Michigan and attended her that for many survivors, it seemed that engaged in legacy donations through the er through PJ Our Way to offer options to law school at Emory University. Before no one cared about what had happened to LIFE & LEGACY program have far ex- 9 and 10 year olds and through PJ Grand- returning to Louisville, she worked as them until she stepped up to challenge ceeded any requirements the Grinspoon parents, to send book to seniors so they an attorney for eight years, concentrat- the bad guys. So even though she felt she Foundation had established to be mem- could read with their grandchildren. ing in reinsurance and coverage law. could never repay the survivors for thank- ber of program,” Tuvlin said. “And it During her tenure, she also developed spe- She and her husband, Jeff, a gastro- ing her, she had to let them. hasn’t just been in big cities. It’s been in cial programs to complement the program. enterologist, came home to Louisville in The evening started with a VIP meet smaller and mid-size cities as well, and Among these efforts, she oversaw the Rick 2004. They have three children, Andrew, and greet at which patrons received a they’ve had equal success.” Recht concert and instituted the successful 16; Ethan, 13; and Jared, 10. copy of Denial, which Lipstadt signed for “It’s a fantastic opportunity for our fall Tea and Fashion Show program. “I was ready to for new challenge,” Tu- them, and concluded with a question and community to work together to ensure the Tuvlin grew up in Louisville and has vlin said, “so I’m excited to continue work- answer session and a dessert reception. future of Jewish Louisville,” Tuvlin con- been a leader both as a young adult ing with Jewish Community of Louisville As a token of appreciation for Lip- tinued. “There are simply too few Jewish and as a teen. In 2009 and 2010, she but with a different focus. I care about stadt coming to Louisville, Weinberg people in this city for us to be competing co-chaired the Young Adult Division of the Louisville Jewish community greatly presented her with a personalized Lou- for dollars. LIFE & LEGACY promotes the Federation Campaign and in 2009, – not just for my family, but for everyone isville Slugger bat and promised to have different agencies working together to get received the Lewis W. Cole Memori- else – and about having a successful Jew- it shipped to her home so she would not have the hassle of trying to figure out commitments for the future.” The cities al Young Leadership Award for all her ish community. I think that a legacy gift hard work. how to board a plane with it. that have had the most success are the is great way to ensure that many of our Keneseth Israel hosted the program. ones where the Jewish agencies and orga- She chaired the Campaign’s Pome- programs can continue and that we will It was made possible by a grant from nizations have worked together. granate division in 2011, co-chaired the be able to develop new ones for what peo- the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence There will be a LIFE & LEGACY kick- Women’s Division event with Rachel ple want today as Jews.” and the Jewish Federation of Louisville. NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 13

now call home, and rededicate ourselves to ensuring that each of our neighbors Reflections for a Month of Gratitude feels at home in this country as well, for by Rabbi Dr. Nadia Siritsky gion 244, organized by our department As we approach Thanksgiving, we take as the Torah reminds us: “Be kind to the Vice President of Mission of diversity and inclusion. this moment to pause and give thanks stranger, for you were strangers in the KentuckyOne Health We paid tribute and remembered all for the courage and self-sacrifice of those land of Egypt.” those who sacrificed their lives so that who died in the name of justice, freedom, In honor of Thanksgiving, I want to share his month, Jewish Hospital and we could be free. For the first time, we democracy and peace. We remember ev- the following Native American Prayer: were able to show our appreciation to all University of Louisville Hospi- eryone who perished so that this country Oh, Great Spirit Whose voice I hear in the tal honored Veterans Day with of the men and women who have served could be formed and protected. Let us our country, and who now serve our winds, a special tribute of a four-man recommit ourselves to doing all that we And whose breath gives life to all the world, T community, by being part of the healing can to ensure that the values and ideals color guard who did a presentation of mission of KentuckyOne Health. hear me, I am small and weak, colors provided by the Jeffersontown Le- for which they fought, remain a shining I need your strength and wisdom. beacon in our country. May we fulfill our Let me walk in beauty and make my eyes In recent interviews, Oz has forcefully own civic responsibility to ensure that Book Review: Judas observed that many of the most significant ever behold peace and justice be their legacy. the red and purple sunset. by Dr. Ranen Omer-Sherman leaders in history were called traitors by My father, who survived the Holocaust, Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence Chair of many of their own people, most poignantly Make my hands respect the things you have still remembers the American soldiers made and my ears sharp to hear your voice. Judaic Studies, University of Louisville his late friend Shimon Peres, who loved ar- who came to the town where he was hid- guing with the novelist and faithfully read Make me wise so that I may understand the Judas. By Amos Oz. Translator Nich- ing, and brought with them the news of things all of his books (he also cites Lincoln, de freedom and the hope of deliverance from olas de Lange. Houghton Mifflin Har- Gaulle, Gorbachev, Begin, Sadat, Rabin, You have taught my people. court, 320 pages, $25. tyranny, hatred, oppression and a violence Let me learn the lessons you have even the prophet Jeremiah). that I pray we will never know again. Considering how often he has been In that light, Shmuel appears cast as hidden in every leaf and rock. called a “traitor” by fellow Israelis (from Let us take this month to give thanks I seek strength, not to be greater than my the author’s ideological proxy when he for all those whose lives and sacrifices his early involvement in Peace Now to his declares, “Anyone willing to change will brother, recent comparison of violent West Bank make it possible for us to live in this coun- but to fight my greatest enemy - myself. always be considered a traitor by those try. Let us commit to doing everything settlers to neo-Nazis, which earned him who cannot change and are scared to Make me always ready to come to you death threats), it should hardly surprise that we can to work for a world where with clean hands and straight eyes. death of change and don’t understand it their ideals and values are actualized. that Oz has long been preoccupied by its and loathe change.” So when life fades, as the fading sunset, fraught significance. May the Eternal One watch over our my Spirit may come to you without shame. Defending the audacious utopianism country, and may we be blessed with The exceedingly malleable nature of of Atalia’s late father, Shmuel remarks (Translated by Lakota Sioux Chief just what “treason” and “loyalty” really wisdom. This coming Thanksgiving, that “Abravanel had a beautiful dream, may we also take some time to remem- Yellow Lark in 1887; published in Na- signify enlivened earlier works (especial- and because of his dream some people tive American Prayers - by the Episcopal ly Panther in the Basement’s portrayal of ber all those individuals who perished so called him a traitor.” In many vital mo- that we may live in this country that we Church.) a child of Jewish underground fighters’ ments Judas reads like the powerful ze- friendship with a British soldier during nith of Oz’s imaginative and persistent The Jewish Community of Louisville gratefully the Mandate). Now in his penetrating interrogation of the toxic mingling of new novel Judas (published as The Gos- messianism and politics that have taken acknowledges donations to the following pel According to Judas in Hebrew), Oz root in the Jewish state. places the “virus of treachery” front and Oz has other irons in the fire of this JCC SECOND CENTURY FUNDS center, delivering his most thoughtful intricate story. Deeply concerned with and perhaps urgent statement yet con- the ugly distortions at the foundation AND OTHER ENDOWMENTS cerning the uneasy relationship between of Christian anti-Semitism, Oz has said nationalism and critical citizenship. that the figures of both Jesus and Judas Judas is a stately but thoroughly en- have allured him ever since his teenage JUDITH BENSINGER SENIOR ADULT JEWISH COMMUNITY OF LOUISVILLE tertaining work, brimming with intri- years on kibbutz. Moreover this turns FUND MEMORY OF DAVID FLEISCHAKER cate storylines and characters who are out to be something of a family story MEMORY OF DAVID FLEISCHAKER GREG & SALLIE HAYNES brilliantly alive and get under one’s skin. considering that his great-uncle, the SANDY & MARK HAMMOND FRED & ANNE JOSEPH Woven around a structural triptych con- renowned historian Joseph Klausner, BRAD STOFFERAHN sisting of the story’s “present” set in the aroused heated controversy with his THE LOUIS LEVY FILM AND THEATER HONOR OF THE RETIREMENT OF DR. KENNETH SILK harsh Jerusalem winter of 1959-1960, 1921 book Jesus of Nazareth reclaiming ARTS FUND FRED & ANNE JOSEPH the chief protagonist is a young biblical Jesus as a devout Jew. HONOR OF THE BAT MITZVAH FOR HANS MEMORY OF GEORGE KLEIN scholar whose investigation of the por- In Judas, alternating chapters explore BENSINGER’S GRANDDAUGHTER GORDON & LORI DABNEY trayal of Judas in the early Christian HONOR OF THE BIRTHDAY FOR STANTON GOODMAN MARK KLEIN the fruits of Shmuel’s scholarship, the LOUIS AND WILMA LEVY HONOR OF THE BAT MITZVAH OF YAEL WAGNER imagination leads to a startling con- insidious ways that Judas came to be clusion, and lastly a beguiling alternate JAY & KAREN KLEMPNER seen as “the incarnation of treachery, SADYE AND MAURICE GROSSMAN history of Roman Palestine told by none the incarnation of Judaism, the incarna- other than Judas himself. COMMUNITY SERVICE CAMP FUND JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER tion of the connection between Judaism MEMORY OF STUART SNYDER MEMORY OF GEORGE KLEIN Initially, antihero Shmuel Ash seems and betrayal” and the “hated archetype to be one of Oz’ more familiar types, JUDIE SHERMAN MARK & DESIE WEINSTEIN of all Jews, in every country and centu- MEMORY OF EDWARD SWITOW DAVID MILLER a luftmensch sharing many of the ry” in the Christian imagination. dysfunctional and antiheroic qualities of HONOR OF THE BIRTHDAY OF ETTA RAE HIRSCH MARLENE AND BRUCE SALTZBERG But when Shmuel’s research leads him JUDIE SHERMAN & VICKI REZNIKOFF HARVEY & FRAN WEINGARTEN his predecessors (as early as the tragic to boldly conclude that Judas was the paratrooper in his classic story “The ELLEN & MAX SHAPIRA most faithful of Jesus’ disciples it becomes BENJAMIN AND BERNICE MAZIN ALLEN & JILL SIMON Way of the Wind”). apparent that Oz has crafted a subtle al- We meet Shmuel at a moment of acute VISUAL ARTS FUND MEMORY OF DAVID FLEISCHAKER legory not only linking events in ancient MEMORY OF GEORGE KLEIN JAY & KAREN KLEMPNER crisis: university studies abandoned, ro- Palestine and the tempests of modern Zi- mantic life in ruins, beleaguered by asth- JUDY AND DENNIS HUMMEL PATTI STRICKLER onism and the state of Israel but with the MEMORY OF THE MOTHER OF NANCY BRILL ma, he faces a bleak financial horizon. But fatal distortions to which Western Civili- just when prospects look particularly dire, IRVIN AND BETTY ZEGART SENIOR IN HONOR OF BAT MITZVAH OF THE GRANDDAUGHTER zation has too often succumbed. ADULT FUND OF IVAN & LOIS MARKS Shmuel finds employment as caregiver and Oz’ poetically precise language is as increasingly, argumentative foil, for a cyni- HONOR OF THE MARRIAGE OF THE GRANDSON OF ALLEN & JILL SIMON potent as ever and in the novel’s deepest ANN LEAH BLIEDEN cal old man named Gershom Wald. strata, which suddenly plunges the read- Gershom’s bookish household in- BONNIE TOBOROWSKY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER LIBRARY er into ancient Jerusalem and the tor- MEMORY OF GEORGE KLEIN cludes the provocative presence of Ata- mented mind of Judas himself, the effect lia, daughter of the late Shealtiel Abra- LEON T. & URSEL EICHENGREEN EVELYN TOPCIK is almost visceral, a shocking contrast to FUCHS MUSIC FUND vanel, who spent his last days scorned the rest of this cerebral novel. In fact, it’s by society for his dovish views on coex- MEMORY OF GEORGE KLEIN MIRIAM AND DENNIS FINE BEBER utterly spellbinding. And for all its lofty DAVID & PHYLLIS LEIBSON CAMP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND istence. Embittered by those who drove historical and political themes, Judas her compassionate father into a kind of IN HONOR OF THE BAT MITZVAH OF YAEL WAGNER also succeeds as a rather unusual love THE WEISBERG FAMILY WELLNESS DAVID & HELANE COOPER exile, Atalia is also scarred by the par- story, filled with pathos and longing. ticularly horrific death of her husband, FUND DAVID & DEBRA PERELLIS Ever since his early masterpiece My MEMORY OF DAVID FLEISCHAKER Gershom’s son Micha, in the 1948 War. Michael, Jerusalem has figured promi- Ultimately Atalia emerges as one of Oz’ DAVID & PHYLLIS LEIBSON JAY LEVINE YOUTH FUND nently in Oz’ fiction andJudas rewards MEMORY OF DAVID FLEISCHAKER most outspoken female characters. Here with achingly beautiful and lingering she vehemently confronts the helplessly THE JEWISH COMMUNITY OF DIANE LEVINE descriptions of its famous light, alleys, LOUISVILLE ALSO GRATEFULLY HONOR OF THE BIRTH OF THE DAUGHTER OF TODD & infatuated Shmuel with her disgust over stony houses of worship and pervasive the destructive force of male ambition ACKNOWLEDGES DONATIONS TO THE SHANNON BENOVITZ melancholy. Judas also reads like an es- FOLLOWING JUDY AND DENNIS HUMMEL and desire: “I can’t love men. You’ve held pecially urgent and profoundly universal the whole world in your hands for thou- work, its characters’ heartfelt struggles SANDRA K. BERMAN MEMORIAL CENTERSTAGE sands of years and you’ve turned it into a with their own human frailties as well as horror show. A slaughterhouse.” SHALOM LOUISVILLE FUND MEMORY OF GEORGE KLEIN those of the state resonating far beyond MEMORY OF ELEANOR SHUSTER BARBARA & EDDIE GOLDBERG And elsewhere: “You wanted a state. Israel itself. By its conclusion, the reader You wanted independence. Flags and MEMORY OF JAY JACOBSEN recognizes that there are many forms of TO THE GOOD HEALTH OF JULIE TEMES ELLIS uniforms and banknotes and drums betrayal, not least the states and revolu- and trumpets. You shed rivers of in- ALAN AND JAN GLAUBINGER Jewish Federation tions that destroy innocent people. OF LOUISVILLE nocent blood. You sacrificed an entire Astonishingly, at the age of 77 Oz has generation. You drove hundreds of thou- written one of the most triumphant nov- sands of Arabs out of their homes. You els of his career. As so often in the past, sent shiploads of Holocaust survivors translator Nicholas de Lange superbly 3600 Dutchmans Lane • Louisville, KY 40205 straight from the quayside to the battle- captures the intricate nuances and shift- field. All so there would be a Jewish state ing moods of Oz’s Hebrew. 502-459-0660 • jewishlouisville.org here. And look what you’ve got.” 14 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777 Getting Ready for Chanukah Festival of Trees & Lights Marked Its 27th Year by Honi Marleen Goldman featured dreidels, chanukiot (Chanukah Special to Community menorahs) and other items. The Lights exhibit this year added sto- he 27th annual Festival of Trees ry reading by PJ Library on Jewish Her- & Lights was held Friday, No- itage Day (Sunday, November 13), along vember 11 through Sunday, No- with the complimentary donut holes, T vember 13 at Louisville Slugger dreidels and chocolate gelt. field. The 2016 festival, presented by Marianne Zickuhr of CenterStage and Republic Bank and hosted by the Chil- Betsy Schwartz, The J’s Senior Director dren’s Hospital Foundation, presented of Camping and Youth Services and PJ Dreidels and chocolate gelt were Christmas trees, wreaths and other hol- Library, had a huge crowd of children given out during the iday items and a Chanukah section that listening to Chanukah tales. Festival of Trees and The gift shops from Adath Jeshurun Lights. At another Congregation, The Temple and Temple table, volunteers gave out donuts. Shalom had a special display of meno- rahs, dreidels and other Hanukah items. Signage and handouts explained Cha- sports medicine injuries to hip injuries diseases, disabilities and deformities nukah, menorahs and dreidels while and neuromuscular function problems also need management services. Chanukah songs filled the air. The dis- like cerebral palsy, to spine and scoliosis Honi Marleen Goldman was the chair play was in a blue draped area and the issues. Children who suffer from lifelong of the Light’s Committee. floors were painted with blue dreidels, menorahs and Jewish stars. The chil- dren’s area had a special table just for The ‘Only Jew at the Dinner Table’ Feeling dreidel games and Chanukah activities. The proceeds from this year’s Fes- by Elline Lipkin co-op that emphasized play-based learn- tival of Trees & Lights will benefit the ing, involved parents and a seemingly orthopaedic and spine services at Nor- veller via JTA – When I was four diverse community. ton Children’s Hospital by providing ad- weeks from my due date with All was well until the holiday season ditional state-of-the-art equipment for my first child, my husband and settled in and I heard the songs that he treatment of orthopaedic and spine is- K I moved into our first home in a would be learning during December. sues, additional specialists who can ad- small enclave of Los Angeles. After rent- Many were what I’d call “American dress a growing demand, and expansion ing in an area that was Hipster Central, standards” rather than explicitly Chris- of multidisciplinary clinics to provide we were stunned to find ourselves smack tian-themed – “Jingle Bells” and “Ru- patients with a single area in which to in the middle of a quasi-suburb. But dolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” much see all of their specialists. then again, after turning the corner into of which struck me as ironic in the 70- Every year, more than 12,500 children new parenthood, we generally found plus degree weather. There was the to- Marianne Zickuhr read about Chanukah to children in Kentucky and Southern Indiana seek ourselves stunned at all times. ken “Dreidel, Dreidel,” but a deep-seated in the Lights area during the recent 2016 Festival of medical attention for injuries and issues Forward a few blurry years to last fall dread began to creep in as I realized this Trees and Lights. for everything from broken bones and when my then-3-year-old son just start- nod to Chanukah was just the start of a ed preschool. My husband and I picked a long road in which my young son would learn that when it came to celebrating religious holidays, both in school and MERRY MITZVAH PROJECTS 2016 within American culture at large, such a small place would be made for him. Chaired by amy benovitz and rabbi david My classroom workday fell during the week of the all-school holiday party and his teacher, I suspect a little pan- ALWAYS NEEDED: icked about the upcoming performance, • For Homeless Shelters: Gloves, jackets, hats, school uniforms, UNDERWEAR and similar types singled out my boy to shout “Merry of warm outdoor wear for Adults! Baby products and Diapers! Christmas!” at the end of their practice. • For Home of the Innocents: Diapers and books for all ages. I lurked in the back and cringed. I had Drop off in Temple Office. brought latkes that day for the class snack, only to hear his teacher introduce HANNUKAH HELPERS coordinated by JFCS and Temple Shalom. Please contact either of them them to the kids as “hash browns.” In for your gift options. All items must be returned unwrapped by early December. the moment, I was too baffled to know what to do. DECEMBER 9 OR THE 16TH AT USPIRITUS: BE AN ELF! Wrap presents for children at 2125 Years ago, as a literature graduate stu- Goldsmith Lane. Need 8-10 people each shift 10-12 and 12-2pm. dent, I fell in love with Laurie Colwin’s writing. Her descriptions of mood were DECEMBER 11 AT WELLSPRING: Holiday Brunch December 11 at noon at Wellspring’s Concord House 3337 Breckinridge Lane or contribute to a wish list for eight wonderful ladies managing always disarming and charming in their their mental health issues. Contact Amy for the WISH LIST – a perfect opportunity to re-gift!!! accuracy. But the phrase that won me We have several ladies who wear 4X-6X and LOVE gently used coats, outfits, and size 11 silver over described being seated at a dinner rings!! party and having the “only Jew at the see ONLY JEW page 15 DECEMBER 24 AT TEMPLE: Rabbi David will again be making sandwiches Saturday December 24, 2 pm at The Temple to take to St Vincent DePaul Men’s Shelter. Contact Becky 423-1818 for your assignment! DECEMBER 25 AT RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE (550 S. FIRST STREET): Join in hosting a Wishing You brunch for families at Ronald McDonald House. RSVP to Marcy Rosengarten at 641-8870.

DECEMBER 25 AT ST VINCENT DEPAUL (1026 S. JACKSON STREET ON CHRISTMAS): We a Happy Chanukah! promised 10-12 Lunch volunteers 11:30-1pm, 1026 S. Jackson Street. Call Amy 425-0373. Servers should be 13 or older. This is our only serving option. From your friends at:

DECEMBER 25 AT THE TEMPLE: “Fill the Freezer Event.” Join Margie Kommor to make and pack soups, kugels and desserts to fill our freezer for congregants who may need some TLC through-out the year. A great family event, no reservations needed just show up. December 25 from 2-4.

Temple Shalom is hosting their annual brunch. High Adventure Ministries DECEMBER 25 AT MARYHURST: GLOBAL BROAOCASTING NETWORK Menorah up October 23rd at Temple Shalom. Dreidels up week of October 31st. Gifts due back December 5th to Temple Shalom. 1st wrapping session December 7th. Final wrap VOICE ofHOPE . VOICE o/jERUSALEM December 10th.

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dinner table” feeling. a bris, but in the end couldn’t arrange being the only Jew in the classroom was (Elline Lipkin is a research scholar at I should have known this day was it. His Jewish identity is a long series of suddenly a lot to swallow. UCLA’s Center for the Study for Women coming – that the early corollary for the trying to embrace a sense of absence. At the moment, it feels like all I can do and also teaches poetry for Writing Work- “only Jew at the dinner table” feeling is In the Reform household where I is counter this with the sense of celebra- shops Los Angeles. She is the author of a being the only Jewish kid in your class. grew up, we disdained anyone who had tion I hope he’ll also know, and the knowl- book of poems, “The Errant Thread,” and Feeling left out, or included, is simply a “Chanukah bush,” and were open- edge that within the array of experiences “Girls’ Studies,” a nonfiction book about part of American culture, I rationalized ly critical of the commercialism of the that growing up Jewish carries, a sense of girlhood in America. She lives in Los An- to myself as I listened to the singing. But Christmas season. Neither my husband difference is something also shared. geles with her husband and young son.) recognizing what now seemed inevita- nor I yearn for the pageantry of Christ- bly difficult for my son was a bad feel- mas, although I do think it’s a natural ing. What would happen next year when reaction to finding yourself always on more of his preschool classmates could the outside looking in. talk about Santa? Another previously We’re still figuring out how observant unknown dilemma started to take shape we want our household to be, particu- when I considered how to handle the, “Is larly as we come from communities Santa real?” question. that were so polar opposite in how com- I grew up in a suburb of Miami Beach fortably we were able to wear our Jew- where all the major Jewish holidays so ish identities. But I had never before emptied out the public schools I attend- thought about how my son would have ed, the principal decided that no one to navigate his own sense of exclusion needed to fill out an excused absence and inclusion, and how difficult it would form on those days. I would see half of be to watch him recognize he will likely my schoolmates, at least, at our local be the one left out. shul. I swear my social life peaked the The year before, when we lit the Cha- year I turned 13, as some weekends filled nukah candles, our then 2-year-old with a trio of events divvied up between burst into a round of “Happy Birthday” Friday night, Saturday morning and at seeing the colored candles and match- Saturday evening bar and bat mitzvah es emerge. I got to see the light reflected parties. I knew that being Jewish meant back in his tiny, enraptured face as he being in the minority – statistically and understood that something beyond a otherwise – in the United States, but it birthday, but equally special, was taking didn’t feel that way in the suburb where place. And he has definitely caught on I lived. about presents. By contrast, my husband grew up Since the moment he’s been born, re- overseas as a “Foreign Service Brat” alizing all the ways my child could be where he suffered a sense of double ex- hurt, has been a painful preoccupation clusion – often enough, he was the only – worse yet is the thought that there’s American, never mind being the only only so much I can do to prevent any Jew as he attended a range of private of it happening. How to handle his bur- schools. There was no exemption from geoning education – religious and other- chapel. For him, being Jewish is practi- wise – is something my husband and I cally defined by isolation. After his birth are still learning. Standing in the back in Hong Kong, his parents tried to fly in of his classroom and realizing how in- a mohel from Japan so they could hold evitable it is he will feel the loneliness of

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Director Matt Goldberg says, “The op- Public Policy and Social Action Depart- with the Israeli government regarding The steering committee that organized portunity to see Rabbi Kariv and Yizhar ment and later became IRAC’s associate egalitarian prayer at the Kotel (the West- Rabbi Kula’s visit is made up of the pro- Hess on the same stage is unprecedent- director. ern Wall). fessional leadership of our community ed anywhere and the issues they will A prolific and in-demand writer and David M. Mallach is a long-time including directors, rabbis and cantors. talk about are crucial to the future of able negotiator, Rabbi Kariv led the ne- leader at Jewish Federations. He has Sara Wagner, Jewish Community of Lou- the State of Israel and our relationships gotiations on the Kotel issue together held positions with UJA-Federation of isville president and CEO, noted, “this is with it. This conversation will be dy- an important step for our Jewish Louis- with leaders of the Conservative Move- New York, Jewish Federations of North ville community. As our steering com- namic and informative. I am thrilled ment, Reform Movement, JAFI (the Jew- America and United Jewish Communi- mittee worked together over the past six our Jewish community will have such a ish Agency for Israel), and JFNA (Jewish ties of MetroWest in addition to his post months to make this a reality, we have historic opportunity.” Federations of North America), which with UIA. had the opportunity to share our hopes, Born and educated in Tel-Aviv, Rab- resulted in a historic decision to create For 12 years, Mallach was the man- concerns and dreams for the community. bi Kariv first became involved with the a pluralistic section of The Wall for men aging director of the Commission on “Each of our organizations is meeting Reform Movement in high school where and women to pray together. Jewish People at UJA-Federation of New the needs of many community mem- he joined Congregation Beit Daniel, the Yizhar Hess is a 10th generation Jeru- York. The COJP works to build bridges bers,” she continued, “but certainly not Center of Progressive movement in Tel- salemite who served in the IDF and went among different Jewish communities in all. As a group we have committed to Aviv. on to earn his law degree and joined the NY, Israel and around the world. It also work together to best meet the needs of While at the Hebrew University of Je- Israeli Bar. He also holds an M.A. in seeks to strengthen the ties of Jewish those currently involved, to better un- rusalem, Rabbi Kariv joined the nation- Jewish studies and is working towards communities with the surrounding en- derstand what needs we are not meet- al staff of the IMPJ, served on the Board a Ph.D. vironment in which they reside. ing, who we are not reaching and pri- of the World Union for Progressive Ju- Hess has been the deputy director at More detailed biographical informa- oritize for long terms changes that are daism (WUPJ) and founded the Young the Shorashim Centre for Jewish Stud- tion can be found at www.jewishlouis- facing our community. We recognize we Adult Leadership Forum. He studied in ies and he served as the Jewish Agency’s ville.org/pluralism. cannot take anything for granted. the Israel Rabbinical Program of the He- community shaliach (emissary) to Tuc- For more information about the “Rabbi Kula has a unique ability to brew Union College and was ordained as son. On his return to Israel, he worked event, contact Mary Jean Timmel, 502- define the changes in our society and a Reform Rabbi in 2003. for the Jewish Agency as Director of 238-2722 or mtimmel@jewishlouisville. Jewish life in general,” she added. “As a Rabbi Kariv has been active with org. result of Rabbi Kula’s visit our organi- Partnerships. zations have agreed to work together to prioritize real change and ensuring we be younger. “The books are very inter- pjourway.org. bring the community closer together. PJ OUR WAY esting,” he said. “Sometimes I even read PJ Library is an award-winning Jew- “This community think tank is a Continued from page 1 my sister’s books and I enjoy them very ish family engagement program de- wonderful opportunity to hear what the most pressing issues are and better who want to connect to Judaism in fun much.” signed to strengthen the identities of understand the steps we will be taking and engaging ways.” He particularly enjoys the Jewish as- Jewish families and their relationship to together,” she said. “I am so glad about making the De- pects of the books because he values his local Jewish community. Created by the In addition to leading the open meeting, sign Team,” David said. “I feel like I am Jewish heritage. Harold Grinspoon Foundation, PJ Li- Rabbi Kula will meet privately with lead- the luckiest person in the country right “I would like to thank my mom for en- brary started in 2005 by providing free, ership of the agencies and congregations. now. It means so much to me. I am look- couraging me to apply for the team and high-quality Jewish books and music The Jewish Heritage Fund for Excel- ing forward to the team to accomplish helping me by filling out the forms with each month to 200 families. Now, more lence is investing in the future of the many goals. me and videotaping my book review,” than 140,000 children between the ages Louisville Jewish community by making “First, I would like to learn and im- David said. “Thank you!” of six months and eight years receive the grants that encourage community dis- prove the reading and reviewing skills David’s parents are Vadim and Faina books in 200 communities in the United cussion and effective planning. Toward that I already have or will need for the Kaplan. States and Canada. this goal, JHFE made it possible to bring future. Second, I like the opportunity to The PJ Our Way program is support- For more information, visit www. Rabbi Kula to Louisville, creating this be the first to read and review pre-cho- ed by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation jewishlouisville.org/pjlibrary or www. opportunity for open dialogue. sen Jewish Heritage books and encour- based in Agawam, MA. Sign-up at www. pjlibrary.org. CLAL is a national leadership training age many people to read them by our institute, think tank and resource center team’s reviews. Third, I would like to get that helps Jewish communities encourage people to expand their choice of reading hundred Protestant congregations in Ja- pluralism and openness, promotes dy- REVIEWS pan, was disciplined, diligent and dedi- and encourage them to read more often. Continued from page 2 namic, inclusive Jewish communities, in Fourth, I would like to meet kids around cated. Their beautiful voices were a tes- which all voices are heard, nurtures vol- sense of the word. The songs, for the tament to the power of music as a basis unteer, professional and rabbinic leaders, the country who share my interests. Fifth, I would like to learn how to make most part, are pedestrian, written in for cross-cultural understanding. and helps people reimagine Jewish life. broad form to outline both the absurdi- The choir is part of an organization An internationally renowned speak- persuasive videos to get people to read many different books.” ty and the sinister quality of violence in called Japan Christian Friends of Israel er, Rabbi Kula has inspired people a world on the edge of madness in the that was founded in 1946 by the rever- worldwide by using Jewish wisdom to David is a fifth grader at Louisville Collegiate School. He attends Religious tradition of Stanley Kramer’s movie Dr. end Takeji Otsuki. They are Christians speak to all aspects of modern life and Strangelove or How I Stopped Worrying who view the Jewish people as their true relationships. An engaged and thought- School and Hebrew School at The Tem- ful trader in the global marketplace of ple, and was one of the students selected and Learned to Love the Bomb. In that friends and they do everything they can ideas, he led a Passover Seder in Bhutan; to help lead Erev Yom Kippur children’s classic movie, actor Slim Pickens rides to support us as well as Israel. This sup- consulted with government officials in services this year. a bomb to the earth in cowboy style port is central to their mission. Rwanda; helped build cultural and in- He is a good student, who was select- that will lead to the destruction of the In 1966, during his first visit to Israel, terfaith bridges in Qatar; and met with ed for the advanced learning program world. Assassins makes the same point Rev. Otsuki made his way to the Western leaders as diverse as the Dalai Lama and and has a wide variety of interests. He by pointing guns at the audience and Wall. So moved was Rev. Otsuki by the ex- Queen Noor to discuss compassionate is a member of his school’s Math Bust- singing its way to perdition. perience that he wrote a poem of devotion leadership in the 21st century. ers and Quick Recall teams, is active in Next: Funny Girl, January 26-Febru- to Jerusalem. The poem depicts Jerusalem Additional biographical information the Lego Robotics and Coding Clubs and ary 12, 2017. first as a widow and then as princess. on Rabbi Kula was printed in the Oc- takes piano lessons. He is interested in I found it somewhat similar in tone tober 28 edition of Community and can The Shinonome Choir Visits to the Song of Songs found in our Bible. science and enjoys focusing on DNA and Louisville be found at www.jewishlouisville.org/ genetic research. He enjoys gymnastics It was put to music and presented to us, embracing-change. RSVP for the event by Robert Sachs and lacrosse and is a member of the accompanied by a cello solo, entitled at www.jewishlouisville.org/thinktank. Special to Community swim team. “Elegy: The Song of the Wailing Wall.” It In addition, he likes Minecraft, movie A choir made up of Japanese Christian was heartrending to both the audience making, horseback riding and theater Protestants singing Hebrew and Yiddish and the choir, with several members Goose creek productions. And most importantly, Da- songs: Sounds like the beginning of a weeping during its rendition. vid loves to read. joke. But it’s not. It’s real, it’s devout, it’s The program opened with a section Diner David isn’t exactly sure when he was disarming and naively lovely. And on called “With Prayers for Peace,” two enrolled in the PJ Library program, but Thursday, November 3, thanks to the ef- songs sung in Hebrew and a medley he thinks he was only 3 years old or may- forts of Cantor David Lipp, the Shinon- of Israeli folk songs familiar to many ome Choir, also known as Makhelat Ha- in the audience. This was followed by shachar, made Louisville one of six stops “Japanese Melodies,” five songs, mostly Shalom Tower Waiting in its 10-day 2016 tour of the United a capella, that included energetic move- States. The 25-person choir (fourteen ki- ment and clapping. After the “Elegy,” we List Now Has 3 mono-clad women and eleven tuxedoed were treated to traditional Jewish songs, men) enchanted a full house at Congre- songs of prayer – with Cantor Sharon Month Wait for Vacancy gation Adath Jeshurun with songs sung Hordes and Cantor Lipp as well as the Of equal or greater value. For further information, please call Diane Reece in Japanese, Hebrew and Yiddish. Community Choir – and modern Israeli Not good with any other offers or discounts. songs. The evening ended with two en- Must present coupon at time of purchase. or Eleonora Isahakyan at 454-7795. Cantor Lipp introduced the concert and noted the importance of non-ver- cores, “Yerushalayim Shel Zahav” and Expires 12/31/16 bal communication in Japanese culture. “Hatikva,” the national anthem of Israel Dine In Only Bowing, for instance, is a sign of grati- and a prayer for Israel. Mon.-Th. 11-9 PM tude. It is also, he said, a sign of apology. Felice and I drove three of the singers back to their hotel and, as they left us, Fri. 11-9:30 PM 3650 Dutchmans Ln., Louisville, KY 40205 But on this night, there was nothing for Sat. 8-9:30 PM which to apologize. The choir, which is one said softly, “We pray for you.” It was Sun. 9-8 PM (502) 454-7795 made up of volunteers from across one clear that she meant it. NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 17

which took place during the last week- throughout the weekend. TEEN TOPICS end of October. The Spirit Convention These programs taught the teens is the largest annual BBYO event in the about two of Bodker’s main priorities: Kentucky Indiana Ohio region, and of- recruitment and community service. fers an opportunity for chapters to come Joey Schuster, who is currently serving together and compete for the coveted as Drew Corson’s chapter president, Spirit Stick. states, “Ellie’s reverse scavenger hunt Bodker not only assisted teens in program was charming. We learned a preparation for the event, but also at- lot from her, and can’t wait to see her tended the convention, and played a again at International Convention.” major role in facilitating programs

Senior Justin Bass answering a question during Ellie Bodker’s reverse scavenger hunt program. by Charles Bessen ker deferred admission to Syracuse Uni- BBYO KIO Regional Shaliach versity to embark on a gap year, during (Vice President of Jewish Heritage, Communi- which she travels around the world vis- ty Service and Social Action iting various BBYO communities. In Louisville, Bodker spent time with local rom October 18-31, the Ken- teens and assisted in creating develop- tucky-Indiana-Ohio region of ment and growth plans for Louisville Louisville BBYO board members enjoy dinner with Ellie Bodker. BBYO was lucky enough to be BBYO. visited by Ellie Bodker, who is Bodker came to Louisville during an F exciting month, which culminated with Subaru Share the Love Campaign Helps currently serving as the international president of BBYO. the KIO region’s first convention of the BBYO, which is the world’s leading year, Spirit convention. During her stay, J’s Seniors, Meals on Wheels Program pluralistic Jewish teen movement, has Bodker spent most of her time with Jay The Senior Adult Department is again To ensure that Meals on Wheels grown immensely, with 19,000 active Levine BBG and assisted in the chapter’s participating in the Share the Love America benefits, Subaru customers members throughout North America, preparation for spirit convention, and Campaign with Meals on Wheels Amer- must select Meals on Wheels America as and reaches over 80,000 Jewish teens even had a cameo in the chapter “hype ica and Subaru. the recipient of their $250 donation. in more than 35 countries around the video.” As a participating Meals on Wheels If you are considering purchasing world. Laina Meyerowitz, who is current- America member, the J will receive a a vehicle by January 3, the JCC Senior As BBYO’s international n’siah, Bod- ly serving as KIO’s regional n’siah, de- share of the revenue raised by Kentucky Adult Department encourages you to scribed the event by saying, “[Ellie] ex- Subaru dealerships. By selecting Meals consider a Subaru. If you select a Suba- posed the girls to an international side on Wheels America as your charity of ru, please designate your $250 for Meals of BBYO they hadn’t seen before.” choice, when you purchase or lease a on Wheels of America. Bodker also spent time with the Lou- Subaru by January 3, 2017, you can help isville BBYO chapter boards, and en- the J deliver nutritious meals and other joyed getting to know members of both important services to Louisville’s older Jay Levine BBG and Drew Corson AZA. adults in need. For more information, Bodker listened to the officers describe visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/ their BBYO experiences and offered sharethelove. helpful advice to improve the quality of From now through January 3, the program. 2017, Subaru will donate $250 to the Bodker also spent much of her time customer’s choice of participating chari- with JCL’s Teen Director, Kari Semel. ties for every new vehicle sold or leased. Semel, who created an itinerary for There are four national charities from Bodker’s stay, which included meetings which to choose: Meals on Wheels with important community members America, ASPCA, Make-a-Wish and the and employees at the JCC. Staff who met National Park Foundation. In Louisville, with Bodker called her “impressive and the JCC’sSHARING Se- THE LOVE MEANS motivating.” niorCARING Adult FOR SENIORS IN OUR AREA When asked to describe her experi- MealsOver the past eight years,on Subaru and its retailers have helped the nationwide ence with Bodker, Semel said, “Ellie WheelsMeals on Wheels networkpro- deliver more than 1.4 MILLION MEALS to seniors ® in need. You can help that number grow when you buy or lease a new Subaru was fantastic to have in Louisville! Her gramduring the is 2016 active Share the- Love Event (November 17 – January 3) and select passion and knowledge about BBYO Meals on Wheels America as the recipient of a $250 donation from Subaru. As lya member participat of Meals on Wheels- America, we are proud to participate in the Share are inspiring, and she embodies a level ingthe Love by Event raising to help raise critical funds needed to support our local seniors. of maturity that most teens could only awarenessLEARN MORE ATof WWW.MEALSONWHEELSAMERICA.ORG/SHARETHELOVE . imagine.” the Share the Regional President Laina Meyerowitz and International The Louisville BBYO teens had a Love Event. President Ellie Bodker fantastic weekend at Spirit Convention,

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SHARING THE LOVE MEANS CARING FOR SENIORS IN OUR AREA

Over the past eight years, Subaru and its retailers have helped the nationwide Meals on Wheels network deliver more than 1.4 MILLION MEALS to seniors ® in need. You can help that number grow when you buy or lease a new Subaru during the 2016 Share the Love Event (November 17 – January 3) and select Meals on Wheels America as the recipient of a $250 donation from Subaru. As a member of Meals on Wheels America, we are proud to participate in the Share the Love Event to help raise critical funds needed to support our local seniors.

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DECEMBER 18 Carole & Larry Goldberg Hanukkah Helpers Family Mitzvah Event 1pm at JFCS 2821 Klempner Way Help our volunteers unload donated Hanukkah Louisville, KY 40205 gifts at JFCS. Activities will include gift phone | (502) 452-6341 sorting, snacks, & arts + crafts. Contact Kim fax | (502) 452-6718 Support JFCS by Shopping at Lucky’s Market Toebbe at 502-452-6341 ext. 103. website | jfcslouisville.org Nationally, Lucky’s Market is dime. You can then choose to place dedicated to improving the quality your wooden dime in the JFCS bin. JFCS FOOD PANTRY of life in the cities where its stores The dimes add up during this period, are located by partnering with then Lucky’s DOUBLES the donation organizations to address vital local - doubling the impact JFCS makes in Suggestions for December needs. This season, JFCS was voted our community. • Aluminum foil to be one of three recipients of • Salt and pepper Lucky’s Louisville Bags for Change. Help spread the word to your friends. • Mashed potato and stuffing mixes This is an awesome opportunity to From now through February 2, 2017, JFCS • Gravy mix Beginning now through January raise funds and spread the awareness will be collecting new, gently used and antique 28, 2017, please shop for your of the important work of JFCS for jewelry for its Jazz & Jewelry event scheduled Food must be donated in original packaging groceries and household items at individuals, families, immigrants and for March 2, 2017. Items may be dropped off before the expiration date. Monetary donations Lucky’s Market, 200 N Hurstbourne refugees, and seniors. at JFCS. may also be made to the Sonny & Janet Meyer Pkwy, and bring your own re-usable For more information contact Kim Toebbe at Family Food Pantry Fund. For more info, contact bags. For each bag you bring in 502-452-6341 ext. 103. Kim Toebbe at 502-452-6341 ext. 103. and use, you will receive a wooden CAREER SUPPORT GROUPS

DECEMBER 6 Caregiver Support Group 4 p.m. Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at Thomas Jefferson Unitarian Church, 4936 Brownsboro Road. Contact Naomi Malka, 502- 452-6341 ext. 249. DECEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 9 Jumpstart Your Job Search DECEMBER 8 Daytime & Evening Times Available Parkinson’s Caregiver Support Group Starting to look for a new job? In four weeks, 1 p.m. develop a strategic job search for getting your Meets on the second Thursday of the month resume to the top of the stack. To register, at Jewish Family & Career Services. Contact contact Erin Heakin at 502-452-6341 ext. 246. Connie Austin, 502-452-6341 ext. 305. DECEMBER 9 Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group 2 p.m Meets on the second Friday of the month at Jewish Family & Career Services. Contact Kim Toebbe, 502-452-6341 ext. 103. DECEMBER 15 Adult Children of Aging Parents DECEMBER 13 7 p.m. AARP Work for Yourself 50+ Meets on the third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at JFCS Jewish Family & Career Services. Contact Mauri Work for Yourself@50+ will help low- and Malka, 502-452-6341 ext. 250. moderate-income adults age 50+ gain the knowledge, support, and resources they need DECEMBER 19 to make informed decisions and take the right Grandparents Raising Grandchildren first steps toward successful self-employment 12:30 p.m. Call toll free at 888-339-5617 to register. Meets on the third Monday of the month at Jewish Family & Career Services. Contact Jo Ann Kalb, 502-452-6341 ext. 305. COUNSELING DECEMBER 21 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren SOLUTIONS TO SENIOR HUNGER 10 a.m. For Adults 50 and Older Meets on the third Wednesday of every month By appointment only at JFCS at Kenwood Elementary, 7420 Justan Avenue For older adults with food insecurities, JFCS Contact Jo Ann Kalb, 502-452-6341 ext. 305. offers assistance for determining SNAP eligibility. JFCS counselors take clients through Support groups are facilitated by JFCS and the entire application process. Contact Naomi funded by KIPDA Area Agency on Aging through Malka at [email protected] for more info. the Older Americans Act and the Cabinet for Health Services. NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 19

Rabbi Avrohom and Goldie Litvin and zations in its October 28 edition, Busi- NEWSMAKERS many of their adult children and their ness First identified the Jewish Com- spouses open the Jewish Learning Cen- munity of Louisville, with Sara Klein ter and engage the community in a wide Wagner as the president and CEO, as Alan N. Linker The company said the deal would variety of activities. the 24th largest in the Louisville area. has been elected make Almost Family “the third-largest In its annual list of performing arts In its October 14 edition, Business to the Argent Trust Medicare home health provider in the organizations in its October 28 edition, First identified Andrew Welenken, the Company’s Board U.S.” Business First identified CenterStage at chef de cuisine at The English Grill as of Directors. William B. Yarmuth is Almost Fam- The J, with John Leffert as the artistic one of 20 people to know in retail and Linker, an attor- ily’s CEO. director, as the 11th largest in the Lou- restaurants ney, member and Nancy Gall-Clayton’s play, Bernice isville area. The Kalashnikov Clowns celebrated management com- Sizemore’s 70th Birthday, was read as In its coverage of the list, Business First their one-year anniversary with a First mittee member Pandora Theater Company introduced featured a few community leaders who Birthday Show on November 4. Accord- at Seiller Water- its PlayDates series. This November cel- work in different fields as supporters ing to an Insider Louisville story pub- man LLC, brings ebration of local playwrights was fol- of the Arts. In the field of education, the lished on November 1, the troupe uses almost 40 years of Alan Linker lowed by a talk-back session with the newspaper identified Dr. Allan Tasman the Russian style of clowning that Tatya- business, trust and cast, the playwright and Pandora’s Ar- of the University of Louisville School of na Malkin brought with her to Louis- estate planning experience. tistic Director Michael Drury. PlayDates Medicine as a member of the Actors The- ville from the former Soviet Union. She He graduated, cum laude, from the is a three-part series of readings of plays atre of Louisville Board of Directors. and her partner, Steven Hughes, both University of Louisville Brandeis School on LGBTQ themes written by local play- Louis Waterman has been selected members of the troupe, were featured in of Law. wrights. to serve on the University of Louisville the article. WhoDunnit Murder Mystery The- The Louisville Orchestra’s Bob Bern- Board of Overseers, Business First re- KentuckyOne Health opened a new ater has won a 2016 International Centre hardt marked 35 years as the principal ported in the same issue. Emergency Department at Sts. Mary & for Women Playwrights 50/50 Applause pops conductor of the Louisville Orches- Also, in its “Fast 50” supplement, Busi- Elizabeth Hospital. The $9 million ren- Award. WhoDunnit is one of the 107 tra with a special performance of music ness First identified the Louisville area’s ovation and expansion more than dou- awardees on five continents recognized by film composer John Williams on Sat- 50 hottest companies. CandyRific, with bles the size of the Emergency Depart- by ICWP. The 50/50 Applause Awards urday, November 5. The LO was joined President and CEO Rob Auerbach ment, brings new technology to patients’ recognize theaters whose 2015/16 sea- by the University of Louisville Cardinal made a repeat appearance, coming in at bedsides and improves the overall work- son included at least 50 percent plays Singers and the Louisville Youth Choir number 39 with a 38.7 percent growth flow of the department, which reduces by women playwrights. In WhoDunnit’s for this performance. rate. GlowTouch Technologies with patient wait times. 2015/16 Season, Louisville resident Ann The Baxter Avenue Theaters has President Vidya Ravichandran, a Jew- Summer Auerbach and S. Brandon S. Waterman wrote all five plays. replaced the seating in its eight theaters ish Family & Career Services MOSAIC Coan, along with co-chairs Bill and Bar- WhoDunnit is one of only two win- with power reclining chairs. The seats Award winner made the list at number bara Jucket led Louisville Public Me- ners in Kentucky, and the only one in are numbered, so patrons will be able to 50 with a 17.5 percent growth rate. dia’s $7 million Raise Your Voice capital the Louisville area. A full list of the select their seats, and kiosks are being In Business First’s October 21 edi- Campaign. On Tuesday, November 14, winners can be found on ICWP’s web- added to enable theater-goers to handle tion, the paper looked at vulnerabilities LPM announced the successful comple- site, www.womenplaywrights.org/50-50- their own transactions. Additional im- in Louisville’s dining scene. When con- tion of the campaign. awards-2016. provements are planned. sidering the financial factors that lead Almost Family Inc. (Nasdaq: AFAM) The Litvin family was featured in an to restaurant closings, they talked with Correction signed a $128 million deal to buy a con- article, “Next Generation of Bluegrass Matt Salzman, managing partner and In the October 28 edition of Commu- trolling interest in the home health and Rabbis Comes of Age in Kentucky; New CEO of Louisville’s Pallas Partners Inc. nity, the photographers at the Women hospice assets of Community Health Learning Center in Louisville Marks that is behind the FreshFire Bar-B-Q Breaking Barriers events with the dele- Systems Inc. Three Decades of Building Communi- chain. They also looked at Smoketown gation of Arab and Jewish Israeli women Almost Family has signed an agree- ty,” on the website www.chabad.org. USA as one of the restaurants that closed from the Western Galilee were not iden- ment to acquire an 80 percent controlling The November 6 article by Lori Sam- recently. Owner Eric David Gould an- tified.Deborah Rose took the photos at interest in CHS Home Health, a subsidi- lin Miller provides an overview of the nounced on Facebook that he closed the the event at the Muhammad Ali Center; ary of Franklin, Tenn.-based Community family’s work, from their arrival in Ken- restaurant to pursue new adventures af- Ted Wirth took the photos at the River Health Systems Inc. Insider Louisville re- tucky and the establishment of Chabad ter reaching his goals with the business. Road Mosque; and Shiela Steinman ported in its October 31 edition. of Kentucky in 1985 to the present as In its annual list of nonprofit organi- Wallace took the photos at The Temple.

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at The Temple on Wednesdays. The next a Productive Life.” This lecture series class meeting is November 23, 9:30-10:35 will explore topics such as “How to Un- AROUND TOWN a.m. with Rabbi David Ariel-Joel. This leash Your Inner Creativity,” “How to session, the topic is What is a Jew? Di- Gain Friends and Resolve Conflicts” The Temple Offers Saturday how to read as well as some basic vocab- lemmas of Identity in the 21st Century. and “How to Overcome Procrastination Morning Torah Study ulary. The class will grapple with the chal- and Turn Our Dreams into Reality.” The On Saturday mornings, 9-10 a.m., Advanced Hebrew Study Circle will lenges and explore the opportunities of classes will be presented on Monday meet with Rabbi David Ariel-Joel at The meet from 8-9 p.m. This is a study circle, the 21st century Jewish identity. What nights, December 5, 12 and 19, at 7 p.m. Temple in the Fishman Library before or chavurah, which will guide the study are the essential features of being Jew- The instructor is Rabbi Avrohom Litvin. the morning service to read and discuss of biblical and prayer book Hebrew in ish? What is the place of boundaries in Reservations are required by calling the Torah portion of the week over cof- preparation for leading four Shabbat today’s changing Jewish community? 502-235-5770 or by emailing Rabbi@ fee, bagels and cream cheese, and other morning services throughout the year. How do Jewish communities in North chabadky.com. treats. Together the class will learn the histo- America and in Israel view their identi- The Jewish Learning Center will also ry and meaning of the words we pray, ties differently, and what can we learn offer JLearn, a chance for participants The Temple Has Options for study Torah to read and chant, prepare Study on Monday Nights from one another? to learn almost any subject in one of interpretations on the weekly Torah por- During the 10:50-12 p.m. session, a wide variety of types of learning op- On Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Rabbi David tion, and share the prose and poetry of Ariel-Joel will lead a text study class Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport will cover tions. On Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15 the creative English readings of the Re- The Golden Age of Spain, the greatest and 22, there will be two rounds of study at The Temple. The class will examine form prayer book, Mishkan T’filah. “Joshua and Judges – The Books Reform flowering of Jewish life and learning in offered. From 7-7:50 p.m. there will be a Basic Judaism meets from 8-9 p.m. the long history of our people. Together class in Ethics, Jewish Law and Talmud; Jews Never Study” in depth and try to Topics are covered in three six-week see their beauty and why they represent the class will explore five centuries and and from 8-8:50 p.m. there will classes sessions, the first of which is Life Cycle more of Jewish life in Muslim Spain: the in Chassidic Philosophy, Bible and Jew- the Golden Age of our Biblical tradition. Events Rabbi David Ariel-Joel. At the same time, Rabbi Gaylia Rooks life and works of great scholars, poets ish Femininity. will teach Hebrew Alef. This is a begin- The Temple Scholars Program and philosophers, Moses Maimonides, The goal of the Jewish Learning Cen- ning course for those who have not yet Meets Wednesdays Judah Halevi, Abraham and Moses Ibn ter is to enable every person who desires mastered the alef-bet and want to learn The Temple Scholars program is held Ezra; Jewish statesmen, explorers and to explore Jewish learning on any level to scientists, remarkable women, Jew- be able to do so. Therefore, classes may ish-Muslim Interaction, and flowering be added or adapted based on the inter- of a uniquely mystical branch through ests of participants. JLI classes have a Zohar and Kabbalah. fee to cover the cost of materials such as We’re CPA strategists! Space is limited. Please call The Tem- textbooks and the audiovisual aids pre- ple for registration, 502-423-1818. pared for study. JLearn classes are of- fered at no charge. The Jewish Leaning When you put Welenken CPAs on your team, you Study with Rabbi Wolk at Jews Center is located at 1110 Dupont Cir. and and Brews all are welcome. gain a partner that is focused on your overall Join Rabbi Michael Wolk of Keneseth financial well-being. Israel for Jews and Brews, a one-hour Karimi to Speak at Temple class where participants study the week- Shalom First Monday Series ly Torah portion through the prisms of The Temple Shalom First Monday Specializing in personalized accounting services both ancient and modern commentary Series for Adult Education resumes for for businesses, associations, and individuals, while enjoying a cup (or cups?) of coffee. this season on Monday, December 5, at we are ready to go to work for you. All in the community are welcome to at- 7 p.m. The presenter, Haleh Karimi, the tend; free and open to the public. Jews executive director of Interfaith Paths to and Brews meets weekly on Wednesday Peace, will speak on “What It Means to mornings at 11 a.m. at the JCC Coffee Be a True Moslem.” Shop. For more details contact Yona- Karimi, a Shiite Moslem, is well tan Yussman, KI executive director, at known in our Jewish community, and [email protected] or 502- helped organize the interfaith Thanks- 459-2780. giving dinner at Temple Shalom last year.

502 585 3251 www.welenken.com RSVP to Temple Shalom at 502-458- Adath Jeshurun Hosts 4739 by December 3. There is no charge Celebration Shabbat and a Q&A and refreshments will follow Come to Adath Jeshurun on Saturday, the talk. December 3 to celebrate your birthday or anniversary. All who are celebrating The Temple Introduces Stop & a birthday or anniversary in the month Chat with a Rabbi of December are invited to participate in Join Rabbi David Ariel-Joel from The a group aliyah during morning worship Temple on Thursday, December 8 from services beginning at 9:30 a.m. 12-1:30 p.m. at Day’s Coffee, 1420 Bard- stown Rd. (at the corner of Edenside AJ Schedules Two Shabbat Ave.) for a Stop & Chat with a Rabbi. Feel Scholars Programs free to discuss any topic from personal Mark your calendar for Saturdays, issues, to religious questions and every- December and 10, and come to Adath thing in between. All in the community Jeshurun for the Shabbat Scholars pro- are welcome. The event is free and open gram at 12:15 p.m. following the Kid- to the public. Coffee is on Rabbi David. dush lunch. On December 3, Dr. Michal Kofman from the University of Lou- Next Torah Yoga Is December 8 isville will speak on “Arbitration and Join the group at Keneseth Israel for the Construction of a Moral Homeland a class combining the Jewish and yogic in the 1940s.” On December 10, Mar- traditions on the second Thursday of ev- cia and Ed Segal will speak on “Voices ery month at 6:30 p.m. The group looks from within Borders,” an extension of at ways in which these two wonderful the Melton course, “Beyond Borders,” traditions support each other and share taught by Ed Segal. The community is many commonalities. In addition to dis- invited. cussion, the workshops always offer an experiential component, such as yoga, AJ Provides Prayer Book Hebrew meditation and breathing practices. The Classes teachers are Cantor Sharon Hordes and Adath Jeshurun’s Prayer Book He- Lisa Flannery. This program is co-spon- brew classes will take place on Sundays, sored by Hadassah of Louisville. All are December 4 and 11. Beginning Prayer welcome to attend; free and open to the Book Hebrew is at 10:30 a.m. and Ad- public. vanced Prayer Book Hebrew is at 11:30 a.m. Subsequent classes will take place AJ’s Short & Sweet Congregation on January 8, 22 and 29. Please contact Set for December 10 Deborah Slosberg for more information Join Deborah Slosberg on Saturday, and registration at dslosberg@adathje- December 10, at 10:30 a.m. for Short shurun.com. & Sweet Jr. Congregation at Adath Je- shurun. Short & Sweet is a family ser- Jewish Learning Center Offers JLI vice for students in grades K through and JLearn Courses in December 7, their parents and grandparents. The The Jewish Learning Center is offer- community is invited. ing two new programs during Decem- ber. KI Has Bi-Monthly Children’s The first program is a three part Shabbat Service lecture series created by the Interna- On the second and fourth Saturdays tional Rohr Jewish Learning Institute, of the month, Keneseth Israel has a Chil- “Success – Jewish Secrets for Leading see AROUND TOWN page 21 NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 21 AROUND TOWN LIFECYCLE dren’s Shabbat Service from 10:30 a.m.- homeless shelter. Volunteers are asked B’nai Mitzvah on his mitzvah 12 p.m. Join the congregation for a high to contribute to the materials needed. project, training energy service with stories, singing, RSVP to Becky King at 502-423-1818 by Gabriel “Gabe” his English Bull- prayers, Torah and learning. Services Thursday, December 22. Eli Stein dog, Munchkin, to conclude by joining the whole congre- Gabriel “Gabe” become a therapy gation in the main sanctuary prayers to Fill the Freezer Event at The Eli Stein, son of dog for children lead “Ein Keloheinu” and “Adon Olam.” Temple Pam and Robert with physical and For more details, contact Yonatan Yuss- The Temple Caring Committee will Stein and brother mental disabili- man, KI executive director, at yyuss- host its annual Fill the Freezer event of Drew, will be ties as well as the [email protected] or 502-459- on Sunday, December 25, from 2-4 called to the Torah elderly. This is a 2780. p.m. These freezer meals will be used as a bar mitzvah cause that is very throughout the year for families who on Saturday, De- dear to his heart Cantor’s Cabaret Concert Is are experiencing illness, death in the cember 3, at 5:30 as his Dad has a seizure disorder and December10 family or, in general, those in need a p.m. at The Temple. has his own service dog to assist him. For those of who you missed last special gesture. RSVP to Becky King at Gabe is the grandson of Ethel Lowen- Once Saul has completed the training, year’s cantor’s concert featuring Harry 423-1818 by Thursday, December 22. braun and the late Stanley Lowenbraun, he will be able to take Munchkin to Pickens and the cantors of Louisville and Carol and Arnold Zegart. hospitals to bring joy and comfort to in “Stars of David: Jewish Voices from Chabad Presents Chanukah Gabe is in the seventh grade at Anchor- children and elderly individuals. Saul is the American Songbook” – the cantors Family Skate on December 25 age Public School, where he is a member of also a proud member of the Boy Scouts will be reprising their greatest hits for This year Chanukah runs December Mathcounts, Academic Team, STEM Club of America. this concert on Saturday, December 10, 25-January 1. Chabad will offer a Cha- and Chess Club. He plays the saxophone, Saul and his family invite the commu- 7-9 p.m. at Keneseth Israel. For more nukah event each night from dinner and and particularly enjoys being a member of nity to celebrate his bar mitzvah and the details, contact Yonatan Yussman, KI a movie to a public menorah lighting, the Jefferson/Oldham County Youth Ser- celebration afterwards at The Temple. executive director, at yyussman@ke- led by Mayor Greg Fischer. There will be vice Band. Gabe also enjoys being goofy nesethisrael.com or 502-459-2780. special events for children, seniors and with his cousins, brother and friends, play- Wedding women, allowing each of these segments ing video games and playing tennis. Gabe is White to Address Environmental of our community to celebrate Chanu- Myerson Katz/ Issues at Temple Shalom participating in the Jewish Family & Career Tedesco kah with programs directed especially Services Pledge 13 Program by working Josh White, an environmental activist Dr. David and to their specific needs. with first through third graders during Re- and bioengineer, will speak at the next Barbara Myerson On Sunday, December 25, the com- ligious School. Last spring, he also volun- Temple Shalom Men’s Club breakfast Katz are delight- munity is invited to Alpine Ice Area teered as a weekly tutor for a sixth-grade Sunday, December 11, at 10 a.m. at the ed to announce from 5-7 p.m. for a Family Skating Ad- student at Carrithers Middle School. synagogue. the marriage of venture. There will be Jewish music, ko- Gabe and his family invite the commu- A 2016 Democratic candidate for Lou- their daughter, sher refreshments and a grand menorah nity to celebrate has bar mitzvah as part isville Metro Council District 8, White Rebecca Sara My- lighting all offered free of charge to all. of the Saturday evening Havdalah service. has made reforestation in a city that is Reservations are encouraged. Calling erson Katz (left, in losing more than 50,000 trees a year and 502-235-5770 or email rabbi@chabadky. Maximilian “Saul” Beauchamp photo), to Donna grappling with serious urban heat island com. More details about Chanukah pro- Maximilian “Saul” Beauchamp, Patricia Tedesco, problem, his signature issue. He is the gramming will be available in the next son of Amy and Beau Beauchamp and daughter of John and Susan Tedesco of leader of the Highlands Tree Planting edition of Community. brother to Lexie and Roman, will be Sherburne, NY. Initiative, a grassroots program for ed- called to the Torah as a bar mitzvah on The wedding was officiated by Rabbi ucating and developing economical best Men’s Club Chili Bingo Saturday, December 17, at 6:30 p.m., at Edie Meyerson (no relation), a friend of practices for tree plantings in the High- Announced The Temple. Rebecca’s from their years at Brandeis lands and beyond. He also is organizing Join Keneseth Israel for their annual Saul is in the seventh grade at University, on July 16 at Misselwood at a tree-giveaway to high school freshmen chili bingo on Sunday, December 25, 5-8 Parkview Middle School and enjoys be- Endicott College in Beverly, MA. across the city. p.m. It will be fun for the whole family. ing a member of the school choir and Rebecca is the granddaughter of the RSVP to Temple Shalom at 502-458- Chanukah candles will be lit. For more theater group. He is currently working see LIFECYCLE page 22 4739. A $5 donation for breakfast is re- details, contact Yonatan Yussman, KI quested. executive director, at yyussman@ke- nesethisrael.com or 502-459-2780. The Temple Brotherhood 19TH A UAL Chanukah Latke Dinner Planned Chinese Dinner and a Movie Is a NN Please join The Temple for its annual Tradition at The Temple Brotherhood Chanukah Latke Dinner Enjoy Chinese food and a movie at Spectacular on Sunday, December 11, The Temple on Sunday, December 25. 5-7 p.m. All the delicious latkes you care The movie to be shown will be Zero Mo- to eat for only $5 for adults and free for tivation. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m. and children under 13. RSVP to The Temple the film at 7. RSVP to The Temple by at 502-423-1818 no later than Wednes- Monday, December 19, at 502-423-1818. day December 9. KI Plans Family Chanukah Come to Give-A-Jam to End Festival Homelessness Join us at Keneseth Israel for a very The Sixth Annual Give-A-Jam to End fun Chanukah festival Tuesday, Decem- Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, ber 27, 4:30-6:30 p.m. It is especially de- December 20, 6-11 p.m. at the Clifton signed for families and children of all Center, 2117 Payne St. The evening will ages. There will be bounce houses and Is a Sponsorship of the 2017 Louisville feature live performances by local mu- game booths, arts and crafts, and lots of Jewish Film Festival Right for You? sicians and artists, soups from Louis- yummy food, like latkes. Includes candle ville’s best chefs, a silent auction and a lighting and singing. For more details, cash bar. Admission is $20 and includes contact Yonatan Yussman, KI executive 10 food/drink tickets. All proceeds will director, at yyussman@kenesethisrael. THE 2017 LOUISVILLE JEWISH benefit the Coalition for the Homeless’ com or 502-459-2780. efforts to end youth homelessness. For FILM FESTIVAL OFFERS YOU: more info and to purchase tickets, visit Join the Fun at Vodka Latke www.louhomeless.org. Chanukah Party • 12 AWARD-WINNING INTERNATIONAL FILM SHOWS IN FEBRUARY Save the date. Last year’s event was Rabbi’s Shabbat Dinner at the so much fun, Keneseth Israel is doing • AUDIENCE OF OVER 1500 LOVERS OF ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Temple Is December 23 it again! KI is hosting an open bar Cha- • RECEPTIONS TO MEET NEW PEOPLE AND SEE OLD FRIENDS Join The Temple on Friday, December nukah party at a bar (location TBD) on 23, at 6 p.m. for their Chanukah-themed Thursday, December 29, 5-8 p.m. Get • FREE SHOWINGS FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH RELIGIOUS SCHOOL STUDENTS Rabbi’s Shabbat Dinner. There will be your Chanukah drink on with wine, • OPPORTUNITY TO HONOR/MEMORALIZE A LOVED ONE OR PROMOTE BUSINESS latkes and lots of other yummy Chanu- bourbon, vodka and special cocktails, in kah food to celebrate the beginning of addition to a gourmet latke bar, appetiz- Rental of one film can cost as much as $1500. Be a sponsor so the Film the Festival of Lights. Adults are $5 and ers, music, dreidels and gelt, and a meno- kids under 13 eat free. RSVP by Wednes- rah lighting. Price to be determined. For Festival can continue to offer the best in Jewish and Israeli films in Israel. day, December 21, to 502-423-1818. more details, contact Yonatan Yussman, Make your tax-deductible gift today. Make Sandwiches for the KI executive director, at yyussman@ke- Homeless at The Temple nesethisrael.com or 502-459-2780. Join Rabbi David Ariel-Joel and oth- er Temple volunteers on Saturday, De- Contact Lenae Price at cember 24, 2-3 p.m. as they prepare [email protected] or sandwiches for those in need. The food will be delivered to St. Vincent DePaul 502-459-0660 22 Community Y NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777

with work until almost the very end. At brothers, Walter age 92, he was still driving to work at and Arthur; his LIFECYCLE Hilliard Lyons. sister, Bessie Mae Following a short illness, Snyder Younger; and late Janet and Joseph Myerson of Phila- and giving. She had many pets through- passed away with Norma at his bedside. grandson, Chase delphia, and the late Helen and Nathan out the years after her children were In addition to Pendleton, he is survived Harrison. Katz of New York and Louisville. Donna grown and believed that animals should by his children Steven Snyder and Laura He is survived is the granddaughter of Theresa Pan- be treated with kindness and love. This Shine, his grandsons Sam Snyder, David by his wife of 36 taleo and the late Frank Pantaleo, and was shown with the love of her own pets Snyder and Max Edmonson, and daugh- years, Suzanne the late John and Theresa Tedesco, all of and her three granddogs, Toby, Jackie ters-in-law Rabbi Jean Eglinton and Te- Segal; daughters, New York. and Dottie. resa Willis. Barb (Marc) Gold- Rebecca graduated from Brandeis Ballew loved and enjoyed being with Sometimes Snyder was moody and enberg, Jane (Ken) University, and received a Master’s de- her friends. She made great friends impossible. At other times he was witty Kershner; sons, David (Kathy) Segal and gree in English literature from the Uni- wherever she lived. She moved to Lou- and charming. But at all times he was a Miles (Carol) Harrison; daughter-in-law versity of Massachusetts-Boston, and a isville for a 10-year period to live with generous man who adored his children, Alethea Segal; grandchildren, Natalie certificate of advanced graduate study her daughters, Laurie and Joyce. During his grandchildren, nephews and nieces. (Jared) Pruitt; Karen Winefordner; Jen- in developmental literacy from Boston that time she made lasting friends with Burial was in The Temple Cemetery. ny (Matt) Hay; Annie Catherine, Richard University. She is a human resources neighbors Buddy and Helen and friends Herman Meyer & Son, Inc. handled the and Caroline Segal; Ben (Rachel), Sam support specialist in the corporate head- at The Temple. She was involved in Cha- arrangements. (Stephanie), and Hannah Goldenberg; quarters of Orchard Supply Hardware vurat Shalom (Circle of Friends) and Donations in Snyder’s honor may be Alden Harrison and Ali, Will and Rob- in San Jose, CA. Saturday morning Torah study. made to the Home of the Innocents in in Kershner, as well as two great grand- Donna graduated from Tufts Univer- When Laurie and Joyce moved back Louisville, to Temple Adath Israel Brith daughters, Reagan Pruitt and Eliza Hay. sity, and received a Master’s degree in home to Paducah, Ballew moved back Sholom Congregation or to Louisville The Louisville native was in the Army human factors in information design home too, once again she was reac- Public Media. and served in the 101st Airborne Divi- from Bentley University in Waltham, quainted with old friends and made new sion and was awarded two Silver Stars. MA. She is a user experience researcher ones. Edward Switow He was very proud of his service and at Facebook corporate headquarters in Ballew will be missed by all who knew Edward Swi- wore a World War II Veteran hat at all Menlo Park, CA, and is the co-author of and loved her. She had a dynamic and tow, 91, passed times during his later years. two books on user experience research. charming personality and usually “lit away on October After an honorable discharge from Rebecca and Donna live in San Jose, up the room.” Her children extend a spe- 31, in Scottsdale, war, the Kentucky Colonel worked as a CA. cial thank you on Ballew’s behalf to her AZ, where he re- salesman. In Louisville, he met the first friends and the staff of Jackson Oaks, sided a little over a love of his life, Helane Kuhn, and mar- Obituaries and most recently to the caring and lov- year. He was a res- ried in 1949. The couple started their ing staff at The Lakes of Paducah, Deb- ident of Louisville family in Kuhn’s native Portsmouth, Elsie W. Ballew bie Larson of Lourdes Hospice, and the for 89 years. Elsie W. Ballew, OH, where he worked as a food broker kind and gentle caring of Dr. Richard He was born on and freelance journalist. 98, of Paducah, Smith. January 10, 1925 died October 28 Far too early, she was diagnosed with Funeral arrangements were coordi- to Frances and Simon Switow and was breast cancer and died in 1972. Dedi- surrounded by her nated and arranged by Herman Meyer preceded in death by his parents and loved ones. Earli- cating his life to cancer research, Se- & Son Funeral Home of Louisville, and brother, Milton Switow, CPA. gal served as a volunteer State Crusade er in the week she Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah. Switow was a proud veteran of WWII had talked with Chairman and national featured speak- Graveside services were at Temple Israel and served as a gun crewman, light er for the American Cancer Society many family and Cemetery with Rabbi David Ariel-Joel of artillery in the 76th Infantry Division. friends, visited (ACS). He was later named the executive Louisville officiating. The family asks He was a graduate of Speed Scientific director of the Franklin County unit and with great grand- those who wish to remember Ballew to School at the University of Louisville. children and held moved his family to Columbus. donate to the Paducah Public Library, Switow worked at Louisville Gas and Always the lucky man, he met the and petted her “granddogs.” 555 Washington St., Paducah, KY 42003; Electric and at GE Appliance Park as a Ballew was born November 2, 1917 second love of his life, Suzanne, in 1978 McCracken County Humane Society, Mechanical Engineer. Switow and his and married in 1980. The couple loved in Brooklyn, NY to Russian Jewish im- 4000 Coleman Rd., Paducah, KY 42001; wife, Joan, were season ticket holders migrants, Aaron and Sarah Weintraub. to travel and made memorable trips and Paralyzed Veterans of America, www. and avid fans of the UofL Cardinals friends as they visited Alaska, Australia, She is preceded in death by her parents, pva.org; or their favorite charity. basketball. They enjoyed traveling with her eight siblings, her husband, James South Africa, Israel, Egypt and Europe, the team, including a Dallas trip to the among others. Ellis Ballew (Trader Mike), and her sons, Stewart NCAA Championship. Leonard Ballew and Alan Ballew. “Stuart” Harold Upon retirement, Segal was not one Switow’s pride and joy was spending to slow. He began working with SCORE, Ballew is survived by her four loving Snyder time with his daughter, son-in-law and children, Joseph Ervin Ballew of Euless, Stewart “Stu- helping small business owners expand grandchildren who resided in Kansas their companies and taught basic busi- TX, Suzanne Ballew of Chicago, IL, Dr. art” Harold City. He was a very proud Poppa of two Laurie Ballew (Joyce Sims) of Paducah, Snyder died on ness principles to inmates at Marysville granddaughters. Prison. KY, and Michael Ballew (Michele) of October 30 in Lou- Switow is survived by his loving wife Boynton Beach, FL; and three daugh- isville, just a few He was also a dedicated volunteer at of 62 years, Joan Switow; daughter and Mount Carmel East hospital in the sur- ter-in-laws, Phyllis Ballew of Califor- blocks from where son-in-law, Harryette and Ron Cooper- nia, Terri Ballew of Symsonia, KY and had grown up 93 gery waiting room and loved to talk to man; and granddaughters, Amy Cooper- anyone who would listen. The fundrais- E-Ling Ballew of Memphis, TN. She has years earlier. man and Marcie Cooperman Komaiko 17 grandchildren and 44 great-grand- He was the er extraordinaire raised money for ACS, and her husband, Richard Komaiko. Temple Beth Shalom, Shawnee State children. youngest of nine children born to Mor- Donations may be made to St. Jude Ballew grew up in Malden, MA, and ris and Sarah Snyder, immigrants from University and many other causes. Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St His biggest source of pride was always moved south when she married the love Russia. Snyder’s childhood was marked Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. of her life, James “Ellis” Ballew. They by the Great Depression, the 1937 Flood his family. He loved all dearly and said were married 46 years until his death in and the struggle of a large family with Fay Baron he would grow up with his last grand- 1983. little money. Fay Baron, 69, child. He was forever a playful man – When the Ballews and their children When he was a student at Male High of Lebanon, KY, constantly getting on the floor to play moved to Paducah, she became active School, Snyder knew that America died Wednesday, with Legos, even when his knees should in Temple Israel. She was involved in would soon be at war with Hitler’s Ger- November 2, at the have stopped him, or having his nails the women’s organization, Temple Is- many. To prepare himself, he studied Norton’s Hosparus painted by his granddaughters and rael Sisterhood, for many years, and German. The U.S. Navy then shipped Inpatient Unit. brushing their hair. He loved passing served in the positions of secretary and him out to the south Pacific and as- She was a native on magic to his grandchildren, teach- president. Ballew loved the temple, its signed him to the fighting Seabees. of Brooklyn, NY, ing many sleight of hand tricks and per- congregation and all it stood for in her After the war, Snyder earned a B.A. born April 2, 1947, forming countless productions. Jewish faith. from Columbia University in New York to the late Herman Burial was in Green Lawn Cemetery. More than anything, Ballew loved City and worked as a door-to-door en- and Lillian Yat- The family asks that donations be her children. She was always a devoted cyclopedia salesman in Florida, a radio kowitz. She retired as a dental assistant. made to the Temple Beth Shalom or the mother, supportive of her children, en- disc jockey in Oregon, a professional She is survived by her loving husband, American Cancer Society, Ohio division couraging and proud of their lives and whistler in California, a dancing in- Victor H. Baron; her daughter, Crystal in his name. Online guestbook at www. accomplishments. She was an avid and structor with Arthur Murray, a TV sales- Sue Baron (William Hafley, Sr.); her six epsteinmemorial.com. knowledgeable reader, often reading man at Sun TV in Louisville and, for grandchildren and seven great-grand- four books per week. She felt that one of more than 50 years, a stockbroker with children. In Memoriam the greatest gifts she had was the joy of Hilliard Lyons. Burial was in The Temple Cemetery. Rose Rita reading. She was involved in the literacy Not long after World War II, Snyder Herman Meyer & Son, Inc. handled the Wurmser program at the Paducah Public Library married a fun redhead named Nancy arrangements. In remembrance and helped to teach many adults to read. Beth Alley. They had three children: Expressions of sympathy may be of Rose Rita Wurm- One of the highlights of Ballew’s life Sara, Steven and Laura. Their children made to The Temple, Hosparus or the ser, a loving wife, was when her daughter, Suzanne, took were Snyder’s greatest joy and Sara’s donor’s favorite charity. mother, daughter, her to Israel for an 80th birthday pres- untimely death from cancer in 2011 was Michael B. Segal sister, cousin, aunt ent. Ballew loved her religion, was strong his greatest sorrow. Snyder was helped Michael B. Segal, age 94, passed away and friend. in her faith and the Israel trip was a glo- through that tragedy by the woman who November 12. rious testament for her. had become his best friend and life com- Segal was preceded in death by his Ballew exemplified her faith. She was panion, Norma Pendleton. parents, Michael and Elsye Segal; his kind to the stranger, generous in deed Snyder filled his extraordinary life first wife, Helane; son, Robert Segal; NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Y 17 CHESHVAN 5777Y Community 23

“What does God require of you? Only along the way. But they persevered and to do justice, love mercy and walk hum- made it to the Promised Land. D’VAR TORAH bly with your God.” (Micah 6:8) If we follow their lead, and the pre- “To humiliate a person is tantamount cepts of Judaism, then we too will be by Rabbi Beth Jacowitz Chottiner what this looks like, but I do know what to shedding blood.” (Talmud, Baba Met- able to face the challenges ahead of us, Special to Community our tradition teaches; we have pillars of zia 58b-59a) persevere, and work towards keeping wisdom and strength to guide us: “You shall not wrong a stranger or op- the promises our great land has to offer. hen the Sea of Reeds split, Tzedek, tzedek tirdof, “Justice, justice press him, for you were strangers in the • • • there was a great divide. It thou shalt pursue.” (Deuteronomy 16:20) land of Egypt.” (Gen 22:20) Shabbat candles should be lit on Fri- was a good divide – for it al- Lo alecha hamlacha ligmor, v’lo atah “You shall be holy, for I, the Lord your days, November 18 at 5:10 p.m., Novem- W lowed the Israelites to cross ben chorin l’hibatel mi’menah, “You G-d, am holy.” (Leviticus 19:1) ber 25 at 5:06 p.m., December 2 at 5:05 over from slavery into freedom. The di- are not expected to complete the task, If we are to heal our divided nation, p.m., December 9 at 5:05 p.m., Decem- vide allowed our People to begin their but neither are you free to abandon it.” we must invest in our relationships; we ber 16 at 5:06 p.m., December 23 at 5:09 journey towards the Promised Land (Pirkei Avot 2:21) must see the spark of the divine that p.m. and December 30 at 5:14 p.m. and all that it held for them – all that “That which is hateful to you, do not dwells within every person, and we must • • • G-d had promised to Abraham, Isaac do to your fellow. That is the whole To- remember the Israelites who wandered Rabbi Beth Jacowitz Chottiner, the rab- and Jacob. rah; the rest is commentary; go and through the desert for 40 years. Once bi of Temple Shalom (Reform), has volun- Today, there is learn.” (Rabbi Hillel, Babylonian Tal- leaving Mitzrayim, the narrow places, teered to provide Torah commentaries for another a great mud, Tractate Shabbat 31a) the Israelites faced many challenges Community. divide. Unlike the one at the Sea of Reeds, though, I Transportation to Jewish events, such wouldn’t say this as Chavurat Shalom, can be scheduled one is good. This by calling Jewish Family & Career Ser- is a divide that vices at 502-452-6341. Transportation to separates us from Chavurat Shalom meets in the Levy Chapel for the program. Chavurat Shalom is $5 round-trip. each other, that Great Hall of the Klein Center at The Funding for Chavurat Shalom is compartmental- Temple, 5101 U.S. Highway 42, unless Thursday December 15 provided by the Jewish Community of izes the people of otherwise designated in the listing. It is Crowd favorite, The Two of Diamonds, Louisville, National Council of Jewish Rabbi Beth Jacowitz our country into a community-wide program and all syn- will perform. Lunch will include Women, a Jewish Heritage Fund for Chottiner different catego- agogue members and Jewish residents grilled chicken breast with sundried Excellence grant, The Temple’s Men of ries and groups; are welcome. tomatoes, onions, and olives, orzo Reform Judaism and Women of Reform a divide that focuses on our differenc- If you haven’t been to a Chavurat Sha- salad with roasted vegetables, roasted Judaism, and many other generous do- es more than our similarities. This di- lom program in a while, you have been red potatoes, vegetable medley, fresh nors. vide does not honor the biblical verse, missing out on a ton of fun. The group fruit, and chocolate covered brown- “va’yivra Elohim et-ha’adam bi’tzalmo, looks forward to seeing you soon. ies. b’tzelem Elohim bara oto, zachar u’nikay- Chavurat Shalom will not meet on De- va bara otam,” “And G-d created man in Thursday December 1 cember 22, 29, and January 5 for a brief Stay Current! His image, in the image of G-d He cre- Come play Bingo with your friends winter break. The program staff looks ated him; male and female He created – it’s been too long since Chavurat forward to seeing you for some more en- Visit Us Online At them” (Genesis 1:27). Shalom had a game day. Lunch will tertaining and stimulating programs on The divide is real; it exists. Denying include Chef Z’s soon-to-be-famous January 12, 2017. jewishlouisville.org this fact will not be helpful; burying our chili, grilled cheese, pasta salad, fresh Come see what all the buzz is about heads in the sand will accomplish noth- fruit, and apple cobbler. with Chavurat Shalom’s new caterer, ing. Chef Z, and make sure there is enough And Join Our Rather, we need to acknowledge the Thursday December 8 for everyone by reserving your place at reality with which we are confronted, Jennifer Diamond will sing jazz stan- 502-423-1818 or sarahharlan86@gmail. Fanpage the reality in which we live. And once we dards and there might even be a sur- com by the Monday of the week you plan allow the divided state of our nation – prise special guest. Lunch will include to attend. A healthy and nutritious lunch “Jewish Community of and all its ramifications – to sink in and grilled salmon, vegetable medley, is available at noon for $5, followed by permeate our beings, we can then begin couscous, mixed green salad, fresh the program at 1 p.m. Vegetarian or Louisville” the work of repair, of action. fruit, and turtle trifle. The group will vegan meals are available for $5 upon I must admit that I don’t know exactly be in the Heideman for lunch and the request in advance.

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