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THIS WEEK ber of stories about the recent passage of of connecting current events with the PUBLISHER Tikkun Olam a nation-state law and the arrest of a Con- Holocaust. Comparing the past and pres- MICHAEL A. MORRIS servative for officiating at a Jewish ent in this way waters down history, the [email protected] are known for our early dual- wedding. Both events came only days be- award-winning author and Holocaust MANAGING PUBLISHER language education, commitment to fore Tisha B’Av, which marks the destruc- expert said at another community Tisha KAYLENE LADINSKY and its values of community tion of the Temples in Jerusalem and oth- B’Av service. [email protected] service and Tikkun Olam, repairing er tragedies in Jewish history. We dissect Learning from the past to shape our the world. Despite being as young as 10, the Nationality Law with reactions to the future. That’s a concept many of the 18 ADVERTISING many of the 18 Under 18 we chose to hon- news from local attending a joint Under 18 we profile seem to understand. Senior Account Manager BRENDA GELFAND or this week have a long list of accom- Tisha B’Av service in Marietta, a commu- So if the children and young adults we [email protected] plishments that might rival the resumes nity leader, and a direct voice from Israel. spotlight have anything to do with it,

Senior Account Manager of many adults. In still more Israel news, Jewish Na- the future of the Jewish community is in MICHAL BONELL They are involved in their syna- tional Fund speaks to us about alterna- good hands. [email protected] gogues and youth groups and have high tives for affordable housing in the North Account Manager academic achievements. They are men- and South of the country. LLOYD STARK tors or teachers, school leaders and activ- Lighter stories also fill this issue. We CONTENTS [email protected] ists. Some were speakers at community guide you where to go for date night din- LOCAL NEWS �������������������������4 events or traveled to Washington, D.C., to ing and we interview a real estate agent EDITORIAL Editorial Supervisor campaign for social causes. turned mixed media artist who finds hap- ISRAEL NEWS ������������������������9 RONI ROBBINS A few were counselors for camps piness creating “fear less” pieces that in- OPINION ������������������������������� 12 [email protected] such as the Aurora Day Camp, a free sum- still positive energy. Some of his environ- Staff Writer mer experience for children with cancer mental pieces reuse odds and ends such 18 UNDER 18 ���������������������� 16 SARAH MOOSAZADEH that we also feature in this issue. You as transistor radio tubes, tribal necklaces COMMUNITY ����������������������� 22 [email protected] may also notice some connections with and crystals. Copy Editor & Writer the University of . We meet its We also feature a group of Jewish BRAIN FOOD ����������������������� 25 LEAH R. HARRISON new Hillel director, who previously took motorcyclists known as the Sabra Rid- CALENDAR �������������������������� 26 [email protected] UGA students on a Birthright trip to Isra- ers who provide security to Jewish orga- Contributors This Week el while directing the Jewish Federation nizations and bike across the country to KEEPING IT KOSHER �������� 28 DINA FUCHS-BERESIN of Greater Atlanta’s Israel and Overseas raise money for Holocaust education and OBITUARIES ������������������������ 29 RABBI DAVID GEFFEN program. other nonprofits causes. And historian MARCIA CALLER JAFFE Talking about Israel, we have a num- Deborah Lipstadt advises us to be wary CLOSING THOUGHTS ������� 31 HAROLD KIRTZ KEVIN MADIGAN DAVE SCHECHTER MORE REASONS TO DR. TERRY SEGAL MORE REASONS TO BREANNA WEST Intern MORGAN MAYBACK CREATIVE & MEDIA DIRECTOR DEBORAH HERR [email protected] We’ve expanded our COMMUNITY LIAISON Beyondservices your with expectations, new JEN EVANS combining technology [email protected] technologySmile to treat sleep CONTACT INFORMATION andapnea artistry and snoring.to create GENERAL OFFICE exceptional dentistry. 404.883.2130 [email protected]

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By Sarah Moosazadeh with each other; and I want them to care documentary about the Ethiopian com- [email protected] about Israel. I really hope that when they munity in Israel with Emmy-winning look back at their college experience, producer Adam Hirsh; and helped plan New University of Georgia Hillel Di- they remember that Hillel was a part of Israel@70. Shoshan also was able to rector Roey Shoshan is excited about his that and helped them shape their iden- grow the Federation’s ShinShinim pro- new role. But it’s not the first time the tity going forward.” gram from two participants to eight. former Jewish Federation of Greater At- Hillels of Georgia Executive Director Supported by The Jewish Agency for lanta’s Israel and Overseas director has Russ Shulkes said about Shoshan’s new Israel, the ShinShinim program brings worked with college students. role, “We are so excited to keep Roey in high school graduates willing to defer Shoshan led a Birthright trip for Georgia. He has been so impactful for so their military service from Israel to the UGA students and worked with that age many of our students even before he got so they can share their love group while at the Federation. here and even led a Birthright trip for our for the Jewish state with different com- “I really enjoyed my time at the Fed- UGA students.” munities. eration and want to thank Mark Silber- He added that Roey “has a premiere Shoshan says he does not like to get man, Joel Marks and Eric Robbins for al- record of outstanding impact, pro-Israel comfortable in one place and is always lowing me to be who I am and to express activities and leadership throughout eager to find different ways he can im- my personality and my passion for this Atlanta. This means we can grow our pact the community. “At the end of the job. But I feel this is a demographic I real- program in a concrete way with a per- day you are dealing with a population ly need to tackle because it’s the future.” son who knows what he is doing, under- that in the next 10 or 15 years could be Shoshan says Jewish students at stands expectations, really believes in the next leaders for the Federation, the UGA should look at the campus Hillel as Athens and Hillel and is able to take us JCC and FIDF [Friends of the Israeli De- a home away from home. “I want them to our next stage to fulfill our potential.” fense Forces], and if you are able to in- After serving as Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta’s Israel and Overseas director, to be inspired to come live a Jewish life. During his two years as Federation’s spire them to take action and be active Roey now, then ultimately, I will be doing a Shoshan says he is ready to start his new role I want them to interact with each other Israel and Overseas director, Shoshan as University of Georgia’s Hillel director. and the staff and figure out ways to be led four missions to Israel, completed a service for all those organizations in the future.” ■

Elye Robinovitz

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4 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES LOCAL NEWS Interfaith Interns Prepare for Advocacy American Jewish Committee’s Dov Wilker looks on as By Sarah Moosazadeh Welcoming Atlanta's Michelle Maziar explains how her [email protected] Jewish identity is a part of her work in fighting for justice.

Interns who work in the realm of advocacy may not always find a job that matches their passion. But learning from people who have succeeded before them may help them create their own opportu- nities. That opportunity was granted to 14 interns from various interfaith orga- nizations such as the Anti-Defamation League, Arthur M. Blank Family Foun- Photos by Sarah Moosazadeh unless otherwise noted dation, Latin American Association and AJC 2018 Goldman Fellow Julie Covall listens as Hands on Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta Atlanta President and CEO Jay Cranman explains the difference during a luncheon and panel discussion between networking and building relationships. Wednesday, July 18, organized by Julie Co- vall, American Jewish Committee’s 2018 Goldman fellow. To learn more about how to contin- ue their careers in advocacy, the interns heard from AJC Regional Director Dov Wilker, Welcoming Atlanta Director Mi- chelle Maziar and Hands on Atlanta Pres- ident and CEO Jay Cranman. They spoke about networking, Jewish values, failures and what skills they need to attain a job in advocacy, at the panel discussion held at the AJC’s Buckhead office. Wilker says he never set out to be a Photo by Leah Gross professional Jew, but believes it’s up to American Jewish Committee Regional Director Dov Wilker, Welcome Atlanta Director Michelle Maziar and Hands on each person to find and create a job de- Atlanta President and CEO Jay Cranman, center, teach interns from different Atlanta interfaith agencies. scription. “I love my job. Some people come back your way.” He said that in about Zionism, about Israel; I live it every think the best way to do that is to teach say that is the hardest thing to find, a job today’s world people also should have a single day. On the other hand, my Jew- someone else to do it,” Cranman said. that you love and that you are passionate side hustle. ish values inform the way I interact with Yet for Wilker, being able to build re- about, but a part of me feels that I have “In the world of wanting to givie people, what type of education I’m look- lationships and understanding the other been able to create a job. Often times back and wanting to have an impact in ing for. I believe that within Judaism the person’s perspective are two reasons he there isn’t a job description, you create the community, you are not always going value of questioning is key.” finds his job in advocacy rewarding. “It’s it yourself,” Wilker said. “Your ability to to have it immediately, in the exact job The right skill sets are also essen- okay to have relationships with people create a job is almost more important you are doing, but everyone can have a tial to landing an ideal job, the panelists with whom you vehemently disagree on than what is written on paper,” he said. really cool side hustle. Everyone can vol- said. “To be successful in today’s society a lot of things with, and I almost think Maziar added, “A lot of the jobs unteer; everyone can pick a fight and get I think you have to be comfortable being that is something in today’s society that and roles are not actually out there, so involved, be a big brother or sister and do in the spotlight. You have to be comfort- has been lost,” he said. “But what we need I would encourage you to move from a some other things.” able sitting in the middle of the room is to empower moderate, diverse voices, place of "What is the work you want to But failures are a part of the process, and being the center of attention, speak- even if they are opinions you don’t sup- do?" and "What is the impact you want Wilker said. “I try to block out significant ing coherently and making points, and I port.” to have?" as opposed to "What job is most ■ failures, but I think about what I didn’t applicable now?'” do. When I finished my MBA, it took me Maziar said that networking is just Appraisal starting at $20. four months to find a job. I was super 2 ctw: $4500 as crucial when finding a job that match- WE BROUGHT cocky and super confident. I lived in Is- 1.5 ctw: $2900 H&A is the only place to es people’s passions, but not all network- TH rael; I spoke Hebrew and English and I buy diamonds. ing is equal. “Really think about who you 47 STREET had experience and an MBA, and thought are, what your personality is and how I was hot s— and nobody cared,” he said. you best connect with people. … Really “Ultimately, I found a job that I liked, but TO ATLANTA think about networking as who you are, in hindsight I shouldn’t have taken it. … integrate where you shine and definitely But it was a great experience because it feel free to dictate those terms. I think brought me humility that I think I really that is where networking is the most suc- needed.” cessful,” she said. Wilker added that having religious Cranman added, “Don’t ever do net- values whether Jewish or not may help 1820-C Independence Square working where you are just collecting when trying to create or find a career Dunwoody, GA 30338 names, but always do networking where Haim Haviv Max Haviv in advocacy. “On the one hand, it’s very you are giving more than you are getting Owner 770-396-3456 Graduate Gemologist, GIA obvious: I believe in the work of educat- and you will find that good karma will Appraiser, NAJA ing people about the Jewish community, ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 5 LOCAL NEWS Deborah Lipstadt: Be Careful with Holocaust Labels By Breanna West

Deborah Lipstadt has devoted her professional career to Holocaust research. Her next book (pictured right) will be published next year.

American historian Deborah Lipstadt She also spoke about Israel. “It is a mir- believes we should be careful when trying acle today that Jews have someplace to go.” to label or draw analogies between current In terms of Israeli conflict, she said, events and the Holocaust. She cautions “We hear things about Palestinian genocide against comparing the two as it downplays … even to someone who totally disagrees history. with Israel’s policies — thinks that they are Lipstadt, a noted author and professor strategically wrong, thinks they are mor- of Jewish and Holocaust studies at Emory ally wrong, thinks they are just wrong — University, gave her annual Tisha B’Av to make a comparison of a genocide is just lecture on Sunday at Young Israel of Toco historically fallacious.” Hills, titled: “Holocaust Laws, Holocaust Lipstadt calls for responsible reason- Analogies: Using or Abusing the Past?” ing. “We have places where analogies work; Her question to the audience of about we have places where analogies don’t. We 100: “When does an analogy work and have to be careful about nuance of history. when doesn’t it work?” Sometimes we feel ‘this is akin to a Holo- It is important to study history, she caust’ but we have to stop and ask, ‘is it re- said. “History is a lesson. We learn things ally so?’” from history. We compare, we contrast … She recognizes that present-day civil no event is absolutely similar,” she said. rights abuses and injustices, “can be bad; it Lipstadt defined the Holocaust as can be horrible; it can make our blood-boil, “state-sponsored genocide” and explained, but is it akin? Are these the right words to “You can have genocide that is not state- use?” sponsored.” The analogies and labels probably She understands that the “historical aren’t justified, she said. “I think we owe it narrative” is often distorted and changed. to history, I think we owe it to the survivors It is important to recognize this, she said, and I think above all we owe it to the vic- and confront ignorance and lies and know tors.” that there are absolute truths, such as the Holocaust did in fact happen. Lipstadt is the Dorot Professor of Mod- Lipstadt said she is disturbed with the ern Jewish History and Holocaust Studies at politicization of the Holocaust. “It’s danger- . She won the 2006 National ous to take one of the greatest tragedies of Jewish Book Award for “History on Trial: My the Jewish people and compromise it for Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier.” Lip- political purposes.” stadt also wrote “Denying the Holocaust: The The Holocaust and the scope of its dev- Growing Assault on Truth and Memory” and astation and tragedy is incomparable and “The Eichmann Trial.” Her latest book will be “if we are going to acknowledge what they released in February 2019, “Anti-Semitism:

[the Jews] went through — it was horrific.” Here and Now.” ■ 6 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES LOCAL NEWS

Fighting “Baseless Hatred” with Unity Members of six synagogues prayed together during a Tisha B’Av service at Congregation Etz Chaim in Marietta.

By Roni Robbins Cantor Nancy Kassel (second from right) joins Rabbis Daniel Dorsch, Spike Anderson, Jordan Ottenstein, Max Miller, Rachael [email protected] Miller, Shalom Lewis, Alexandria Shuval-Weiner and Jason Holtz at Tisha B'Av unity service at Congregation Etz Chaim. The gathering of six "outside the pe- rimeter" synagogues Saturday night to commemorate Tisha B’Av took on new meaning with recent infighting between Jews in Israel. The observance at Conservative Congregation Etz Chaim in Marietta was intended to create community between the congregations – most of them Re- Small group form – and encourage dialogue between Photos by Roni Robbins discussions about people who might not ordinarily come Henry and Janice Levine infighting among Jews together, said Etz Chaim’s Rabbi Daniel were among those at led to comparisons Dorsch. the Tisha B’Av service with modern and discussion lighting But the recent arrest of a Conserva- Israel disputes. yartzheit candles. tive rabbi for officiating at a non-ortho- dox wedding in Israel and the passage of Jewish organizations in the U.S. Tamid, Kol Emeth, Beth Tikkvah, Emanu- clergy at the event. the nation-state bill brought the history criticizing the bill include the American El and Kehillat Chaim participated in “He was someone I studied with behind the memorial service to the fore- Jewish Committee and The Jewish Fed- Havdalah, during which eight rabbis and and he did not deserve this,” Dorsch said. front. erations of North America, also among a cantor stood on the bimah arm in arm. “He is a good person with a resolute and “In light of the news coming out of those trying to explain the new law to its As is the tradition, many later sat on the strong personality and there is no ques- Israel about a fragmented Jewish com- leaders. On Tuesday, Dov Wilker, director bimah steps or the floor and followed the tion he will be able to handle the rough- munity, we are excited to stand together of the AJC’s Atlanta regional office, led a Book of Lamentations megillah readings ness” being shown him. in solidarity and declare that we will not group of 10 AJC leaders and Conservative by the light of yartzheit candles. Dorsch said he has officiated at Jew- let baseless hatred consume the Jewish and Reform rabbis voicing their disap- After the service, Dorsch told those ish weddings, too, in Israel. “If I officiated people.” pointment with the bill to Israel Consul assembled: “Torah study is better when at a wedding in Israel as a conservative Dorsch explained that “baseless General Ambassador Varnai Shorer. it leads to action. We have come together rabbi, in theory, this could make me a hatred for fellow Jews” was believed to “While we do not expect the legislation to six synagogues strong. For it not to be in criminal. I’d be impersonating a mem- cause the destruction of the temples in change, we appreciate her willingness to vain, we must act, go out into our com- ber of the rabbinate. That’s why this is so Israel and other Jewish tragedies, which hear our concerns about it,” Wilker said. munities and into our interpersonal problematic.” Tisha B’Av memorializes. Dorsch, among the rabbis at the relations” and continue the political dis- Tisha B’Av is a perfect time to discuss What does “baseless hatred” have to meeting, said the new law was “concern- course, he said. “When we disagree about disunity, said Rabbi Max Miller of Temple do with the news in Israel? Dorsch and ing to Jews all around the world. We care Jewish law, let’s not approach it with Emanu-El, “We need more unity, whether others interviewed for this story take is- about Israel and this is a slap in the face. baseless hatred, … but with an overabun- it’s the nation-state bill, whatever is driv- sue with the exclusionary aspects of the We are all very upset about it.” dance of love.” ing us, or Reform and Conservative rab- nation-state bill, or Nationality Law, that The unity among the Reform and Another disturbing and exclusion- bis not being able to perform [wedding] officially defines Israel as a Jewish state Conservative communities was evident ary event in Israel recently, coming on services.” Miller also mentioned protests and sets its official symbols, flag, anthem, at the meeting with the Consul General the eve of the holiday and in the wake of in Israel about denial of a law that would capital and language. But it downgrades and at Etz Chaim Saturday night, when the passage of the new nation state bill, have allowed surrogacy for gay fathers. Arabic to “special” status, promotes Jew- 70 members from the six OTP synagogues was the arrest of Conservative Rabbi Dov “We have to remember. We have to ish settlements over others, and doesn’t joined for a pre-fast dinner and religious Haiyun in Haifa for officiating at wed- find ways to strive for unity in times of address religious diversity within Israel. service. The members of Etz Chaim, Dor ding. It struck a nerve with some of the growing chaos.” ■

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David Shapiro Jon Shapiro RE/MAX AROUND ATLANTA Love, Mom & Dad [email protected] [email protected] 404-252-7500 404-345-6788 404-845-3050 www.jonshapiro.com ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 7 BUSINESS Two Israeli Startups Join Techstars Atlanta Joining Techstars Atlanta are, from left: Cemento lead engineer, Or Shapira; CEO and cofounder, Dov Litmanovitz; CTO and cofounder, Tomer Shohet; Fixel CTO and cofounder, Hadar Shpivak; and CEO and cofounder, Etgar Shpivak. By Roni Robbins [email protected] Techstars Atlanta works closely with Two Israeli companies in Techstars Conexx: America Israel Business Connec- Atlanta's third annual class were selected tor to support the Israeli companies that by Managing Director Michael Cohn for go through the program, said Conexx their future potential in the Atlanta mar- President Gary Tessler. Israel Vahaba held a fundraiser on June 28 to celebrate 33 years in business. The ket. “From its launch in 2016, Techstars proceeds were donated to the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta. Cemento is a commercial real estate Atlanta identified Israel as one of the construction app helping construction most important feeders to the program,” companies gain visibility into projects Tessler said. Conexx helps with introduc- Maternity Boutique Closes by streamlining communication man- tions in Israel, engages the companies By Sarah Moosazadeh the customer’s needs. All you need is two agement between contractors and their with the Conexx business network, and [email protected] to three customers a day and it is won- subcontractors. helps them understand and benefit from derful, and for the longest time it was, Fixel is a platform that helps mar- the Jewish and Israel-support commu- After providing high fashion mater- but I just got to the point where it wasn’t keters segment website visitors based on nity in Atlanta, Tessler said. “These com- nity wear to the community for 33 years, worth that much energy for so little in re- engagement. panies have been featured in events, pro- Izzy Maternity is closing its last location turn,” he said. The two Tel Aviv companies join grams, media, and social media as well as in Buckhead. In the interim, Vahaba is consider- eight from the U.S. to begin a 90-day class made personal connections within the “I have been playing the survival ing providing fashion consulting when, in August in the entrepreneurial accel- community. Conexx and Techstars also game for the longest time, but have got- and if, needed. erator program. Cohn chose the Israeli share a goal of making these companies ten to the point where I am now having Vahaba says he has received nu- companies from 70 startups he consid- comfortable in Atlanta so that, as they to put my own money into the business merous comments from customers on ered on his third visit to Israel for Tech- expand in the U.S., they will view us as a because I couldn’t let go of my baby…But the boutique’s Facebook page after he stars Atlanta. potential U.S. base for their activities.” the thing is it is now beyond my control,” announced Izzy’s closing, and is thank- Fixel was started by two brothers, The Atlanta branch of the interna- said Israeli owner Israel Vahaba. ful for the outpouring of support. “The one of whom is recognized as a leader in tional accelerator program recruits glob- He also attributes the boutique’s past few years have been wonderful for digital marketing, and one of Cemento’s ally and invests in entrepreneurs, said closing to the shift in his customers' av- me and I will miss them terribly, but as founders headed development of the Cohn, who is Jewish with Israeli parents. erage age. “It’s a new generation, they much as I enjoyed them, it is now becom- command-and-control software systems When looking for investments, buy online, buy cheap and don’t take the ing a strain for me. It’s a shame and I that manage communication across the Cohn said his first stop out of the South- time to come to the store. But you make can’t blame any one person in particular Israel Defense Forces. The app Cemento east market is Tel Aviv, and increasingly, money when you sell a wardrobe, show except the change in the fashion indus- developed applies to the construction Jerusalem. In its first year, 2016, Tech- people your salesmanship and explore try.” space management tools used effectively stars Atlanta also included two Israeli ■ by the Israeli military, Cohn said. companies. ■

A young customer carries one of Izzy Maternity’s bags during a fundraiser the clothing boutique hosted in June. 8 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES ISRAEL PRIDE News From Our Jewish Home fund. Since 1992, they have computerized portant humanitarian gesture. terror attacks, wars and military opera- tens of millions of doctor visits, physician "Concurrently, we will not stop tions over the past 15 years. They partici- notes and lab results for the database. taking action in Syria against Iran’s at- pated in the six-day-long camp of One- Available in Hebrew and English, K tempts to establish a military presence Family, a non-government organization asks for age and gender, and, based on there. helping bereaved families and victims of the ailment, continues with several quick "At the same time we are also taking terrorism. questions. The algorithms developed by action in the south. We hit Hamas very the company’s mathematicians and phy- hard over the weekend and – if it proves sicians analyze the information and re- necessary – we will hit them seven-fold.” veal what diagnoses and treatments were given to patients with similar symptoms. Syrian Civil Defense White Helmets via AP File Orphans of Terror Rap With The size of the database offers an- June 14, 2017, White Helmet civil defense swers on a range of illnesses, from head- workers carrying children after airstrikes. Nechi Nech aches and arthritis to celiac and diabetes. At the end of the OneFamily camp in Photos by Galit Eshel The developers believe the app will help PM Netanyahu on the “White northern Israel, two campers performed Clip: https://youtu.be/aWbnmCFQw0I people more than online searches, which an original song, “Death Will Not Stop Helmets” Campers Ido Ben David and Noam is how 75 percent of the public finds in- Prime Minister Benjamin Netan- Us,” with renowned Israeli rapper Nechi Barak Cohen perform their original formation. yahu, on Sunday, 22 July 2018, issued the Nech about their emotional losses as or- song at the OneFamily camp concert. ■ following statement: phans of war and terror. “Several days ago President Trump “Even if death tries to stop us, we will K Is For Knowledge contacted me, as did Canadian Prime continue singing our song…and a day will Israel’s Maccabi Healthcare Services Minister Trudeau and others, and re- come and we will come out to a world of and Israeli start-up K Health recently quested that we assist in evacuating fear, but at heart we are always together, launched a free smartphone application hundreds of ‘white helmets’ from Syria. we are all one family, one family…” to give users a better understanding of These are people who have saved lives Those are the words written, com- their ailments. K, for knowledge, is the and whose lives were in danger. There- posed and performed by campers Ido Ben first personal medical assistant based United With Israel (YouTube screenshot) fore, I approved their passage through David and Noam Barak Cohen, among on anonymous information, supplied by Free app expected to help people understand Israel to additional countries, as an im- 350 children who have lost loved ones in Maccabi, Israel’s second-largest health their ailments more than web searches.

Today in Israeli History

July 27, 1656: Baruch Spinoza’s ideas about Judaism are rejected by the Am- sterdam Jewish community, eventually leading to his excommunication. He goes Shimon Peres (left) and Abba Eban on to become one of the most important vote in favor of the Basic Law. philosophers of the Jewish Enlighten- ment, which seeks to reconcile the world In 1980, the Knesset elevates the law to of Jewish faith with secular, empirical a Basic Law, giving the political status of reality. Jerusalem increased legislative weight. July 28, 1845: Thirty-one rabbis meet July 31, 1988: King Hussein of Jordan in Frankfurt am Main for a two-week as- announces his intention to politically sembly. The assembly ultimately decides disengage from the West Bank, leaving that while Jewish law allows prayer in the PLO to fill the political vacuum. any language, it is necessary to recite cer- August 1, 1955: In the south of Is- tain prayers – including the Barechu and rael, the development town of Dimona is Shema – in Hebrew. populated entirely by Mizrahim (Jewish July 29, 1849: Max Nordau is born immigrants from Arab lands). It receives Simon Maximilian Sudfeld in Pest, Hun- municipal status in 1969. gary, to an Orthodox Jewish family. Nor- August 2, 1923: The only politician dau’s most notable contribution to early in Israeli history to hold the positions Zionism is The Basel Program, the first of both president and prime minister, official blueprint for the establishment Shimon Peres is born in Belorussia to of a Jewish State in Palestine. Yitzchak and Sara Perski. ■ July 30, 1980: In 1950, the Knesset passes a law that states: “Whereas with Items provided by the Center for Israel establishment of the state of Israel, Jeru- Education (www.israeled.org), where you salem once more becomes the capital.” can find more details. ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 9 ISRAEL NEWS Max Ripans

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By Francesco Hayez leadership Historic Tisha B’Av painting depicting the Destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem & service Tisha B’Av 5718 in Israel In the past, Tishah B’av has been right interfering with the Western Wall. ~Jon, Amy, known “as the darkest hour of the Jew- Chief Ashkenazic Rabbi of Jerusalem Aryeh Hannah, ish calendar – the black fast.” On this day Stern said, “the Western Wall is not a place noted calamities in Jewish his- for compromises since it is the Allan, tory occurred: the destruction holiest place for the Jewish of both Temples, the expulsion people –men and women have Gail Ripans from Spain, the murders of the to be separated.” Jews by Crusaders, the Holo- Rabbi David Golinkin, the caust horrors. The important head of the Schechter Institute emphasis on this Tisha B’Av is in Jerusalem, affiliated with recalling that the Second Tem- Conservative Judaism, offered ple, according to tradition, a most significant insight. was destroyed by sinat hinam “We are supposed to be - baseless hatred, one Jew for Rabbi David united, but that does not mean another. Geffen that we have to think and act Jeremy Sharon, religion the same.” Continuing, he reporter for Jerusalem Post, began his ar- noted, “the idea that there is a one-size-for- ticle July 22, “that the Jewish people have all Judaism, that we should all do the same not overcome their frequent hostility to and act the same is in opposition to all Jew- one another, particularly over matters of ish legal and halachic history. Hillel and religion.” Shammai did disagree.” The examples to buttress his point are On Tisha B’Av here in Israel, there quite sad. Haredi MK Yinon Azoulay said is hatred rather than concern for one an- “non-Orthodox Jews are responsible for other, and there is horrendous bitterness the recent earthquakes in northern Israel.” rather than mourning this day in a united National Orthodox MK Bezalel Smotrich fashion. It is my hope that G-d will help us

called progressive Judaism, “fake religion.” be “one” before we destroy ourselves. ■ Sephardi Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem has said “progressive Jews poison the wells of holi- ness and are taking their followers to hell.” Just a few days ago, Conservative Rab- bi Dov Haiyun was awakened at 5 a.m. and arrested by police. His crime: officiating a few years ago at a wedding in Israel that was not registered with the Chief Rabbin- ate. On Tisha B’Av in Israel we mourned even more intensely because we realize that “baseless hatred” is very much alive here. Listen to the words of noted rabbis. Rabbi Shlomo Aviner said, “Reform and Facebook Conservative Judaism is not Judaism.” So Conservative Rabbi Dov Haiyun arrested according to him, their followers have no for officiating a wedding in Israel 10 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES ISRAEL NEWS JNF Offers Affordable Housing in Israel

By Sarah Moosazadeh [email protected]

Not everyone in Israel has to live in the most populated areas of Tel Aviv, Jeru- salem and Haifa. Jewish National Fund- USA’s Housing Development Fund is pushing more affordable housing in the North and South, said JNF-USA’s Chief renaissance time for us to be Jews. On the Development Officer Rick Krosnick. other hand, when that is the case, Israel He stopped by to chat with the AJT must be the place where people choose about Israel housing projects as part of to live. So, we have to build the kind of his visit with Atlanta JNF supporters and Israel that is so wonderful, with the best leaders. infrastructure and the best quality of JNF’s involvement in Israel traces its A unit of homes has been built in the Arava which provides life, that people will say, ‘I have a better Israelis a higher quality of living at a lower cost. history back to its establishment in 1901, quality of life there than anywhere else,” but today the organization has been in- Krosnick said. vesting in projects in the Negev and the Unlike the United States, develop- referenced in JNF’s flyer for the Arava. It Main Land Company partner Seth Galilee. As economic challenges contin- ers are typically not involved in single- takes a special kind of person and family Bernstein is one of the many volunteers ue to grow in Israel, Israelis are finding family housing, Krosnick said. Moreover, to settle in those areas, but there is de- who sits on the fund’s Housing Task fewer opportunities to locate affordable it is hard to get people to move from the mand, Krosnick said. Force, which visits and reviews the differ- housing. center of Israel to areas near the Gaza Krosnick estimates that JNF-USA ent sites for new homes to be built. Bern- But JNF’s Housing Development and Jordanian border because of dangers is on track to meet its goal of building stein has yet to visit the houses, but plans helps bridge the gap by building infra- associated with living in Israel’s periph- 1,500 sites in the next year and intends to to join Krosnick in the fall for a tour that structure in Northern and Southern Is- eries. reach 2,500 sites in the next three years. will span from the Lebanon border to Ei- rael and by encouraging Israelis to move Similarly, a lack of capital has in- “JNF is all about moving Israeli’s popula- lat. into communities outside the center of hibited houses from being built in the tion to the North and to the South, and “I like to think that American Jews Israel, stretching from Beer Sheva to the past because private developers are not in the next decade we want to affect over could viably move to Israel. ... But you Galilee, to achieve a better quality of life involved in the process and communities half a million more Israelis living in the can’t hear that $350,000 gets you a two- at a lower cost. are unable to get bank loans. That said, Negev and 300,000 more living in the room apartment and leave Marietta, So far, the $25 million revolving Moshavim and Kibbutzim eager to ex- North. And we will look to invest our dol- Georgia. You have to be a very committed housing loan fund has constructed more pand housing are unable to do so unless lars as well as our time and our energy person. But if the yard is a little smaller, than 830 housing sites in 13 communi- they first build the infrastructure. in avenues that help us meet that goal,” the house is the same size and it’s still 25 ties, such as in the Arava and Pelech, and But that’s where JNF-USA’s HD Krosnick said during his visit. miles from the city, then Israel can start has cut down the time Israelis are able fund comes in. The organization has The goal of the fund, Krosnik said, is competing with places such as the Great to get a home from five to seven years, to partnered with a number of communi- to eventually have entrepreneurs invest Britian, Australia, Canada or France,” about two years. ties and municipalities to provide fund- in the communities so JNF can use its re- Bernstein said. Yet the initiative does not come ing for roads, schools and hospitals. In sources for other initiatives in Israel and “That’s really the game changer. ... without its challenges, said Krosnick, Spair, a community in Southern Israel, more Jews will opt to move to Israel than It’s looking at America in 1930 versus who also spoke at an Atlanta JNF real es- the community has built the Swimming to any other country. 1960 and to see 30 years like that happen tate networking event. “One of the things Complex and Recreational Facility which “We live in a time where Jews can from a real estate standpoint and mil- we have discovered along the way is the local residents, 650 school children, ath- pretty much live wherever we choose lions of people who have a better quality complexity, bureaucratically and finan- letes and major competitors will use as around the world, which is a wonderful of life they never dreamt of.” ■ cially, for housing to happen in the North and the South.”

One of the homes constructed in the Arava in partnership with Jewish National Fund-USA’s Housing Development Fund.

From left: resident of Kibbutz Pelech; Alyse Golden, Berkley, Calif.; Jason Zenner, ; Rick Krosnick, chief development officer, Chicago; Ariel Gruenberg, Long Island, N.Y.; kibbutz resident; Alon Badihi, JNF Israel Operations; Jeffrey Schwartz, chair of Housing Development Fund, ; Allen Rishe, ; Mitchell Rishe, Los Angeles; Natalie Goldman, ; Dr. Anna Taylor, Los Angeles; Irene and Dr. Joel Spalter, Little Rock, Ark.

ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 11 EDITORIAL

Hannah had a clear message for Publisher’s Note us graduation morning.

Headlines to news articles are an thing like “Israel Strikes Key Targets in interesting phenomenon. At first glance, Gaza,” and it’s not until the second or their objective seems quite clear: an at- third paragraph that the article bothers tempt to distill an entire article down to to mention that Israel’s decision was a just a couple of words to impart mean- response to 90 rockets fired from Gaza. ing. In truth, headlines are much more Within the past few weeks, from the than that. They can be used to entice us New York Times, AP, USA Today and to read the full article, sway our opinion other perceived trusted sources, I have on the article, or make us chuckle. In ad- seen armed Hamas terrorists referred to dition, anyone who writes as "protestors"; read “Dam- headlines has a secondary age Reportedly Caused by goal-to include a play on Rockets Fired from Gaza” Hannah Jones-Morris and boyfriend, Levi words: “Transportation Bill (reportedly, really?); and Zindler, a few weeks before graduation. Faces Curves in the Road,” “Battle Weary Hamas Gives or “Trying to See Clearly Peaceful Protest a Chance,” source that claims to be neutral should Through the Issue of Smog.” with an article about the be accountable for strategic misrepre- It’s almost an art form. use of “only” fire kites, rocks sentations. Send a quick note to the edi- Charleston in a few weeks. One thing I mention this for an impor- and Molotov cocktails. tor when you see a misleading headline; I know: CofC graduates are passionate tant reason. I would like you These headlines are call them out. I do every few weeks. about their alma mater; I believe Han- to remain vigilant as our Michael written for one reason: to Your note doesn’t need to be long or nah and Miles will toe the line. national newspapers and Morris offer false and/or mislead- detailed, just an indication that you are More than inheriting the world, media sensationalize the Publisher ing information. Analogous questioning their integrity. The damage this group of 18 under 18, along with Israeli-Palestinian conflict to testimony in a court that has already been done, so the ultimate all the other graduating classes, will be with severely biased headlines. These is stricken from the record, it was still goal is to change behavior rather than inheriting our jobs, responsibilities and headlines are not used to pique interest heard so it still has an impact. That is correct an individual headline. issues. They will determine how we live in an article, but are used to project a why it was stated, because it can never Talking about bias, as the AJT together in peace or how we debate our biased point of view about the article, truly be withdrawn. discusses 18 under 18, I have my own differences. I hope that I, and we, have and are very often misleading. The Committee for Accuracy in nomination. done our job in preparing them. I believe The crux of the matter is that, un- Middle East Reporting in America My youngest daughter, Hannah, we have. I have faith in my Hannah; and fortunately, headlines are often the only (CAMERA) is a great watchdog organiza- having just turned 18, graduated from I have faith in our Jewish community piece of an article that people read. Once tion that responds daily to this type of Weber High School this past month! I that we have all been doing a good and read, they can’t be unread, and they may falsification. As a community in support couldn’t be prouder and want to make conscientious job in raising the next be the only piece of “news” someone of Israel, however, we cannot just rely sure to offer a shout-out and mazel generation. Somehow, we must help absorbs about a topic. How many times upon them. We, too, need to let editors tov. She, as well as close friend Miles teach the broader community the impor- have you read a headline that says some- know we see their paper’s bias. A news Barkowitz, will be heading to College of tance of this task. ■ Israel’s Nation-State Bill on the settlements, I feel that this clause Yohanan Plesner responded, “Although The Nationality Law, or nation- given their opinions of the nation-state in the bill should be better-defined. the version that passed is much better state bill, is a Basic Law that, for the first bill as undermining Israel’s stance on Secondly, the nation-state bill de- than previous iterations, the nation-state time, establishes in law Israel’s status democracy. I would tend to agree that fines Israel’s core purpose as a sanctuary law is an unnecessary embarrassment to as the “national home of the Jewish there are a lot of warranted concerns. for Jews all over the world, the location Israel. Rather than celebrating 70 years people.” The bill includes state symbols, Still, I believe that it is premature to fight for gathering of exiles, and guarantor of independence with an initiative to like the flag and national this law all together, and, of Jewish safety and security. Although strengthen the Jewish and democratic anthem; the official lan- more important, to work on there is a clause in the bill that encour- values of the Jewish nation state in the guage; national holidays; defining it. ages Israel to “act within the Diaspora” spirit of the Declaration of Indepen- the Sabbath; the capital as I have three main areas to strengthen its connection to other dence, the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) Jerusalem; relations with of concern about this new Jews, it doesn’t specifically suggest the today passed a law that is jingoistic and the Diaspora; and Jewish law that I believe need to same importance within Israel. divisive. The new law threatens to drive settlements. The bill can be addressed to maintain Thirdly, there is nothing written a wedge between Israel and the Diaspora help interpret and shape the balance of democracy into the nation-state bill that addresses and fuel the campaign to delegitimize future legislation. within the State of Israel. equality. The need to guarantee minority Israel. It will fall to future leaders to “Although the law can, The first is the standing rights is a commitment found in almost rectify the damage and return Israel to in theory, be altered or re- Kaylene of non-Jews, especially Arab- all democratic nation-states’ constitu- the Zionist vision that for 70 years has pealed by a future Knesset, Ladinsky Israelis. The bill has down- tions and other core legislations. Israel’s guided Israel’s vitality, dynamism, and changes would require a Managing Publisher graded the Arabic language Declaration of Independence contains a international reputation.” ■ majority of 61 members, as from the second official guarantee of this sort. But the bill omits opposed to a regular majority of mem- language to just holding a “special sta- any mention of Israel’s democratic Source: The Israel Democracy Institute bers present, as is the case for regular tus.” This bill also states that Israel will character. (IDI), www.en.idi.org.il, is an independent laws,” according to the Israel Democracy act to “encourage and promote” Jewish We reached out to the Israel center of research and action dedicated to Institute. settlements around the country. Without Democracy Institute for a reaction to strengthening the foundations of Israeli de- So many around the world have going into detail about my own opinion the nation-state bill, and IDI President mocracy. 12 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES OPINION The Moderate Struggle for the American Center I rise in defense of the Granted, the defini- Luther King, notably in his “Letter from like us as spineless marshmallow moder- “muscular moderate.” tion of a moderate may be Birmingham Jail.” ates, lacking their passion, their clarity,” I like the term. I aspire whatever the speaker wants A decade ago, Troy wrote that Troy said. to it. it to be. America has a “long and vibrant tradi- A muscular moderate is neither “Being a muscular A remembrance of a tion of cultivating civility and seeking spineless nor a marshmallow. moderate entails having departed Talmudic scholar the center.” What partisans see as clarity, mod- core principles, thinking offered this, “Yet he was a Today, civility has been plowed erates see as being blinded to any but big, but mastering the art of moderate in this sense: He under and political road maps highlight their own beliefs. compromise too,” historian taught us that whether in the left and right lanes, though self- What partisans see as passion, mod- Gil Troy wrote in 2008 for Talmud study or life, we are proclaimed moderates try to bolster the erates see as an appetite for confronta- the release of his book, Dave often confronted with op- center. tion. “Leading From the Center: Schechter posing goals, values and ide- “Moderation is not an ideology; it’s a The extremes do a disservice when Why Moderates Make the From Where I Sit als. But rather than assume way of coping with the complexity of the they mistake the moderate’s avoidance Best Presidents.” that one is correct, and the world,” New York Times columnist Da- of ideological rigidity for weakness. In Muscular moderates expose them- other is false, we should hold them both vid Brooks wrote last year in an attempt fact, moderates demonstrate commend- selves to differing points of view, but in what he called a “dialectical tension,” to explain “What Moderates Believe.” able strength in their efforts to lower resist the temptation to demonize those that is, to see each value as positive in its “Zealots look to the political realm the volume, cool the heat and engage in with whom they disagree. own right and then explore how compet- for salvation and self-fulfillment. They the kind of productive debate that too They are put off by the shrill parti- ing values may work together.” turn politics into a secular religion and often is drowned out by ill-tempered sanship of arguments on cable television Such exploration can prove dif- ultimately an apocalyptic war of religion discourse. and the mindless insults, from the left ficult when a clash of values cannot because they try to impose one correct I messaged Troy, asking whether and the right, that proliferate on social be resolved. Muscular moderates do answer on all of life. . . Moderation re- there is room in today’s hyper-partisan media. “Moderation,” the journalist Bob not retreat when their principles are quires courage. Moderates don’t operate political universe for the muscular Greene wrote several years ago, “is tradi- challenged. That which is unjustifiable from the safety of their ideologically moderate. tionally a conscientious objector in the remains unjustifiable, and not subject to pure galleons,” Brooks said. “Yes, our balance is needed now universe of bellicose language.” compromise. Troy recently wrote an open letter more than ever. The challenge is ensur- In political terms, the moderate Moderates need to guard, however, to Yossi Klein Halevi, “a muscular mod- ing that those who reject Trump don’t avoids the “my way or the highway” against being content to maintain calm erate,” whose new book, “Letters to My replace his extremism with a mirror approach to governance, recognizes that and decorum when changing the status Palestinian Neighbor,” he called both “a image of leftist extremism. Instead we perfect need not be the enemy of good, quo may require more direct action, as patriot’s embrace of Israel” as well as “a need true leadership consensus building and is not afraid to be seen working in the civil rights movement. This was peace offering to Palestinians.” and old-fashioned patriotism in the best across the aisle. a central message of the Rev. Martin “Partisans love dismissing centrists sense of the term.” ■

ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 13 OPINION Israel's New Nation-State Bill is Flawed

The new nation-state bill just passed by the Knesset is a long-awaited document that promotes the basic premise, as Prime Minister Netanyahu has so often stated, that Israel is the nation-state of the Jewish Miriam Alster/Flash90 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu people. For that, the Israeli government (center) leads a Likud faction meeting should be congratulated. in the Knesset on July 16, 2018. But in certain respects, the bill pro- duces a result that is both less Jewish and more Israelis themselves encounter Juda- less democratic. Being both Jewish and ism, they will want the freedom to express democratic are goals that I thought was themselves in various ways to connect the essence of what Israel was trying to be. with God. The bill ought to be the culmi- First, with regard to the Jewish part, nation of, not a limitation on, the Zionist the bill states: “The state shall idea for which Herzl was the act within the Diaspora to modern proponent. strengthen the affinity be- Moreover, the benefits of tween the state and members having a strong and wel- of the Jewish people.” Origi- comed Diaspora are many. nally, that clause read: “The For one, the influence that State will act to maintain Jews have on governments the connection between the and individuals outside of State and the Jewish people, Israel redound to the benefit wherever they are.” Certain of Israel every day. Orthodox ministers of Knesset Harold In recalling the meaning requested, and obtained, the of the word “Israel,” it has al- amended language. Kirtz ways represented not just the Some commentators have land or the state, but also the characterized this change as patronizing people. In fact, for most of the last 2,000 to Jews outside of Israel because it ignores years, it has meant the people more than it the fact that Israel-Diaspora relations are has meant the state. Now to declare itself a two-way street. If Israel is desirous of the nation-state of the Jewish people, with- being the nation-state of the Jewish people, out including ALL of the Jewish people, is then there must be a two-way street for the self-defeating. whole Jewish people. What is good for the With regard to the democratic part, typical Israeli Jew must be what is good for the de-certifying of Arabic as an official the non-Israeli Jew. Otherwise, why be a language as it has been for 70 years, is an nation-state for the Jewish people? unnecessary slight to the most significant One of the motivations for the change minority in the state. Apart from any con- in the language was the desire to limit the sideration of a Palestinian state, to remove impact of non-Israeli Jews on religious the language from its official status is to pluralism in Israel. The change was meant make it ever more difficult to reconcile the to avoid claims that Israel needs to further Arab population to the status of the state. religious pluralism in Israel. But even In light of the already fraught history some Orthodox rabbis in America have between the Jews and the Arabs, why make had trouble with getting their conversions it that much more controversial? and weddings recognized. The emphasis on “Jewish settlement” Israel cannot have it both ways. It can- in the bill also makes it seem that the not want to have as many Jews as possible state is uninterested in how the other 20 immigrate to Israel while limiting their percent lives. Again, why make it that Jewish expression once they get there. much more difficult to move forward with Israel is putting substantial resources be- significant parts of the population? hind the Birthright program, for example, The new nation-state bill should be a to forge a closer connection between hun- most welcome document. But the govern- dreds of thousands of Jews throughout the ment has approached it in ways that are world and the State and Land of Israel. detrimental to both Judaism and democ- As more Jews immigrate, they will racy. If the state is to be both Jewish and bring with them their particular Jewish democratic, which can be accomplished practices and outlooks. The streams of Ju- if proper care is taken, the bill should be

daism are many and diverse. Even within modified to correct these flaws.■ Israel today, there are a number of Reform and Conservative rabbis and congrega- Harold Kirtz is president of the Jewish tions – and the number is growing. As Community Relations Council of Atlanta 14 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES EDUCATION Free Camp Brings Sunshine to Children with Cancer Among those overseeing the camp are By Breanna West Greg Hill, executive director; Sami Tanenbaum, camp director; and Judy Children struggling with cancer Fishkind, vice president of marketing. and treatment may have thought they New York, three in Israel, and Horizon had to miss out on summer camp if they Day Camp in , Md. Atlanta is couldn’t go to a sleepaway camp. But the the eighth location for Aurora Day Camp. new Aurora Day Camp, part of the Sun- “We chose Atlanta because of the rise Association, brought free, fun-filled large pediatric cancer community and days to them and their siblings all sum- a very philanthropic community,” Hill mer. Until this week. said. “A large number of children can re- Aurora Day Camp, hosted by the Da- ally take advantage of our program—and vis Academy Lower School, began its in- that’s why we’re here,” he continued. augural year on June 11 with 90 campers, Hill was looking for a long-term and ended July 25. partnership when picking the location The camp is for ages 3 ½ to 16 and for the camp and approached schools to offered open enrollment, accepting chil- host it. “Davis Academy stepped forward dren for a day, a week, or 6 ½ weeks. and said ‘wow, this is a wonderful camp, There were about 35 to 45 campers a day. we have the space, we would love to talk It was free and had an on-site medi- Counselor Jenna Grossman, a Davis Academy graduate, works with to you about it,’” Hill said. cal director, pediatric oncologist, two children with cancer, such as the one Marketing Vice President Judy Fish- nurses and a wellness center. pictured, along with their siblings. Teenagers Jenna Grossman and Elye kind said that the camp strives every day Camp offered “high-energy” and Robinovitz are counselors to campers with cancer in the 3rd-5th grades. to “bring back the magic of childhood to “low-energy” activities to fit the needs of children with cancer.” each camper. old Erin, sees her daughter as “much hap- Arnie Preminger, former president Hill said the response from campers Activities were led by specialists and pier and very excited to make friends and and CEO of the Barry and Florence Fried- and parents has only been positive and included music, creative writing, dance, to socialize and to actually interact with berg JCC in Oceanside, N.Y., launched said, “this is an incredible program and art, drama, STEM (science, technology, children who are going through the same Sunrise Day Camp in 2006. Sunrise As- it’s an incredible gift to the pediatric can- engineering and math), field activities hard times as her.” sociation expanded to three locations in cer community.” ■ and sports. Frykman continued, “She was very “We want to make sure our kids are scared about the lack of hair, because she having the opportunity to select and de- lost her hair. So, she was afraid people sign how they want to spend their day,” wouldn’t play with her. And here she said Camp Director Sami Tanenbaum. is able to feel much more comfortable Camp is different each day so that chil- knowing that everybody understands.” dren never feel like they are missing out Erin’s favorite activities are arts-and- if they cannot attend, Tanenbaum said. crafts and dance. Nathalia and her hus- “What is really special about this band David Frykman find it comforting program is that it is a very normative en- that there is a medical team at camp. vironment for the campers. ... It is incred- Parents already have enough ex- ible to see the friends that they make, and penses and worries, and bringing their they are no longer defined by the cancer child to camp is a non-negotiable at Au- that has become part of their life; that rora. they are here, and they are just kids,” said “Treatments are also very expensive, Executive Director Greg Hill. so knowing that we’re able to come here Atlanta’s preferred provider of Camp was from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 and bring her without having to worry school uniforms and dress p.m. Upon arrival, campers participated about payments and everything—it’s a in icebreaker activities. To accommo- great blessing. It’s just one less thing to code apparel date parent’s schedules, campers could worry about,” Frykman said. be dropped off at 7:30 a.m. and leave at Misae Okada, mother of 7-year-old 6:30 p.m., with supervision from the unit Kano, has seen a shift in her daughter We carry a heads, counselors and other staff. since starting camp. “She changed so range of Camp was a time for siblings to play much. She’s more outspoken; she’s loud- and reconnect, an opportunity they may er; I feel she’s more confident and she’s khaki/navy not have at home because of other cir- overall happy.” skirts, shorts cumstances or stressors related to illness. And as a mother, it’s “such a relief, About sibling interaction, Tanen- seeing your child happy,” Okada said. and pants for baum said, “It’s been wonderful. They’re Kano’s favorite activities are dancing and ANY school. very sweet with each other; they are pro- cartwheeling. tective of one another. They like to seek Camp counselor Elye Robinovitz, each other out in the middle of the day, 17, said about the campers, “I see a lot of whether it’s having lunch with each oth- happiness. Even though they have gone 5290 Roswell Rd Suite T • 770-702-0837 er or taking a quick stroll and hanging through so much, to still come out and out in the nature sanctuary.” still be happy and enjoying everything atlanta.educationaloutfitters.com Nathalia Frykman, mother of 4-year- that life has to offer.” ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 15 COVER STORY 1 UN ER 8: Je ish tlanta’s Ris ng Stars

Literally born at the turn of the century, or soon therafter, our 2018 Jewish Atlanta's 18 under 18 are rising stars in the Atlanta Jewish community. From their nominations you will see they share a love of their Jewish heritage, and, by extension, a commitment to improving the larger community. Some are members of Jewish youth groups, leaders in their school or are involved in social service activities. Ranging in age from 10 to 17, a few started businesses or nonprofits. Others went above and beyond to lead or initiate key movements or events, and many were high academic achievers with awards to prove it. Most were nominated by relatives (including two grandmothers), administrators, teachers, advisors or community leaders. Without further ado, we introduce you to Jewish Atlanta's 18 under 18:

Shiraz Agichtein • CURE Foundation fundraising 2007-18, donated 13, Dekalb School of the Arts artwork for auction Shiraz has helped with fundraising for the CURE Foundation for pediatric can- • Shofar blowing 2016-18 cer and Lauren’s Run every year since she was 3 and a friend was diagnosed with a • Celebrating Art, published art, April, Steptember terminal malignant brain tumor. Her science fair project addressed a personal issue and December, 2017 she has faced with food safety for people with celiac disease, with which she was • High merit award, December 2015, 2016 diagnosed two years ago. She performed as the lead in high school musicals and is • First place Georgia Educational Technology Fair a natural visual artist, winning multiple awards since she was young. The combina- for graphic art, regional, 2016-17 tion of her artistic talents, science mind, creativity and drive to help others is unique • First place, Georgia Science and Engineering Fair, for her age. regionals, Fulton County Shiraz’s sample accomplishments: • UGA Family & Consumer Sciences, Solutions • Tellus Future Science Stars Award, Georgia Science and Engineering Fair Leading to Healthier Families award at Georgia • Founder/leader, Jaguar Jems, , 2017-18 Science and Engineering Fair

Zoe Alexander coming year 17, Walton High School • Student Ambassador, 10th, 11th and upcoming year, if accepted Zoe is very involved in her community and prides her- • National Honor Society, May 2018 self on being Jewish, as well as giving back to those who • National Science Honor Society, January 2018 are less fortunate. She was also involved with the March • Camp Jenny staff, 9-11th grade with plans to continue 12th grade, senior for Our Lives and was asked to speak to 200 people about counselor, 2018 school safety and first amendment rights. She developed • Lead teen liaison for Harris Jacobs Dream Run, 2017-2018 her own pet-sitting business, which she calls Camp Bow • Volunteer madrichim (teaching assistant) at her temple, 8-10th grade, paid Wow. Zoe got a certificate to become an official/referee for madrichim, 11th grade and upcoming year youth lacrosse in 2016. She has volunteered to be a youth • Volunteer assistant coach, Youth Girl's Lacrosse, fall 2016-2017 and upcoming lacrosse coaches’ assistant for the fall season, 2016 and year 2017, and plans to be a volunteer assistant coach again • Maccabia/Color Wars team leader, 2016, awarded by summer camp staff, this fall. Camp Coleman. Zoe’s sample accomplishments: • Honor camper, 2014, awarded by summer camp staff, Camp Highlander. • Student Government Association, class representative, 9-11th grade and up-

Julia Baumohl • Student assistant director, drama program 16, The Cottage School • Student ambassador for prospective students Julia is truly a very special person. She has overcome many obstacles in her life and families with a spirit and attitude that could rival most motivational speakers. She is a leader • Editor and writer for the yearbook, 2017-2018 among her peers and passionate about her friends, family and Judaism. She uses her • AJC Leaders for Tomorrow program experiences to uplift others and contributes much to the conversations and circles • Team captain for volleyball and basketball she is a part of. She is also very bright as she will be graduating from high school a • Volunteers each summer as a lead counselor year early and will go on to further her academic studies. for a special needs equestrian program, advo- Julia’s sample accomplishments: cacy and programming for students with special • Middle school sports manager needs • High school Student Council, vice president, president

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Leah Faupel • Youth convention programming lead, NFTY-SAR Hatikvah Kallah, 2018 16, Milton High School • Synagogue Social Action Committee, Temple Beth Tikvah, 2016-present Leah spearheaded a book collection for children • Youth Group (HOTTY) Religious Committee, Temple Beth Tikvah, 2016-18 through the Children’s Restoration Network for homeless • First grade religious school aide, Temple Beth Tikvah, 2016-present children. She has donated more than 1,000 books. • Cantor’s music assistant (Junior Choir), Temple Beth Tikvah, 2015-17 Leah was the only teen helping plan her synagogue’s • Varsity softball team pitcher, Milton High School, 2016-18 first ever Tikkun Olam Fair, working with adult commit- • Travel softball team pitcher, Georgia Fire, 2016-18 tee members. She serves on the committee for this year’s • Team pitcher/team captain, Sharon Springs Spartans, 2014-15 event in December. • American Jewish Committee’s Leaders for Tomorrow program, Israel Advo- Leah is an excellent vocalist and musician, playing cacy and Leadership Training Program, 2017-18 both drums and piano. She is the lead singer in a local teen • Top Titan Award, music performance, 2016, Elkins Pointe Middle School fac- rock band, playing in the metro area. ulty Leah’s sample accomplishments: • Marian S. Perling Hadassah CHESED Student Award, 2015 • Top auditioned vocal ensemble, Milton High School, 2018-19 • Elkins Point Shining Star Award recipient, French, 2015 • Lead singer, Zenith Rock Bank, Music Matters, 2018-present

Rayna Fladell • American Jewish Committee, lobbied Congress for Israel-related topics, 2018 16, Riverwood High School • Shilicha, B’yachad BBG, 2017-2018, in charge of re- Rayna is one of the reasons we started AJC’s Leaders for Tomorrow (LFT) pro- ligious programming, philanthropy and Israel ad- gram in Atlanta. She epitomizes strong leadership. Rayna experienced several vocacy; service trip to South Africa, summer 2018 instances of anti-Semitism as a freshman at Riverwood High School. She calmly • BBYO International Convention, 2018 and articulately confronted the student spewing hateful rhetoric by educating him • Greater Atlanta Region BBYO Speak Up, Stand Up about why his words were hurtful and inappropriate. This past spring, we asked Committee, 2017-18 Rayna to introduce AJC’s CEO, David Harris, in front of more than 400 members • Creating Connected Communities Leadership De- of the Jewish community, local and state politicians, and diplomats at AJC’s annual velopment Program, 2016-18 Selig dinner. Rayna also traveled with AJC to Washington, D.C., to advocate on be- • J-Serve’s Teen Jam Steering Committee, 2017 half of Israel and against anti-Semitism with members of Congress. • Young Atlanta Leadership lessons, 2016-17 Rayna’s sample accomplishments: • BBYO Leadership Training Institute, 2017 • Riverwood High School Student Government, 2017-2019 • American Jewish Committee’s Global Forum, 2017 • American Jewish Committee, Leaders for Tomorrow, 2017-2018

Lian Kleinman 17, Pope High School She also helped coordinate and lead the Pope High School walk out in March in Lian is clearly devoted to the Jewish community memory of, and in response to, the Parkland school shooting. through her participation in her youth group and service Lian’s sample accomplishments: at her religious school. She also felt it important to seek • Pope Globalization, 2015-19 out and apply to AJC’s Leaders for Tomorrow program and • USY chapter, Israel affairs vice president, 2016-17 was an excellent student. She is giving back to those orga- • USY chapter president, 2017-18 nizations that have given so much to her. Lian is making • USY Regional Affairs, vice president, 2018-19 great strides to elevate the conversation about Israel with • Hebrew School teacher, 2015-18 her own peers throughout the Southeast region of USY. • Member of Hispanic organization promoting education (HOPE)

Syd Pargman • Georgia Certificate of Merit, 2018, top 5 percent of 17, Riverwood High School class, Riverwood High School Syd is not only engaged in Jewish life with Jewish organizations, but he lives • Rensselaer Medal, 2017-18, $25,000 four-year Jewish values and is constantly giving back to the greater Atlanta community. This scholarship for outstanding academic achieve- past year, Syd organized Race Across the Lines Quiz Bowl for more than 70 students, ment in the study of math and science by Rensse- bringing together diverse (race/age/gender/learning style) teams to answer quiz laer Polytechnic Institute bowl style questions and experience positive effects of working on a diverse team. • Book Award in Honors Literature, 2016-17, recog- Syd also planned and organized a two-day sports camp for students from an ESOL nized as top literature student program managed by Centro Catholico, a Catholic social service organization. Syd • VIP IB physics student, 2018, nominated for lead- handled all logistics, staffing and transportation. ership and achievement Syd’s sample accomplishments: • Riverwood High School Principal’s List, recognizes • President, Beta Club, 2018-19, secretary, 2017-18 students with all semesters of high school above 95. • Science National Honors Society, for students with A- average or above in • 2018 Princeton Prize for Race Relations, winner Atlanta region for Race science classes Across the Lines initiative.

ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 17 Nathan Posner Nathan’s sample accomplishments: 17, Atlanta Jewish Academy • American Israel Public Affairs Committee Nathan has many passions, which include human • Model UN rights, democracy and Israel. He volunteered more than • American Jewish Committee, Leaders for Tomorrow program 80 hours on John Ossoff’s campaign last summer. He • Intern, John Ossoff campaign has been working on the Stacey Abrams campaign since • Intern, Stacey Abrams campaign March as an intern in digital media and field work. He • School newspaper writer completed the American Jewish Committee Leaders for • National Honor Society, 2016-present Tomorrow and has taken several trips to Washington, D.C., • Xerox Award for Innovation and Information Technology to lobby for Israel. Nathan has participated in summer • John Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth, summer program programs at Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented • Georgetown University Junior State of America, summer program Youth last summer, Junior State of America program at • The New York Times, summer program Georgetown University, and this summer will be attending • Emory Law school, intern The New York Times summer program. He is an intern at • Human Rights Campaign, volunteer photographer Emory Law school under Rabbi Mark Goldfeder.

Sydney Rein • Teen Jam, JCC, 2016-2018, leadership committee planning Atlanta Teens’ Day 17, of Service Sydney gives swim lessons year-round, including teaching children with physi- • Creating Connected Communities, 2015-2017, lead- cal disabilities. During one winter break, she was part of a week-long service pro- ership training program gram in New Orleans and she was a Story Corps interviewer taking oral histories • Wellesley College Book Award for high school archived at the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum. achievement from The Weber School faculty, 2018 Sydney’s sample accomplishments: • Georgia Certificate of Merit, top 5 percent of junior • Peer leadership, The Weber School, 2017-19, mentor class, 2018 • National Honor Society, The Weber School, 2017-2019, vice president • National Spanish Exam silver medal, 2018; bronze • Weber Cross Country Team, 2015-2018, co-captain past two years medal 2016, 2017 • Multisport Explosion Triathlon Team, 2016-2018 • Spanish Department Award, The Weber School 2017 • Student Ambassador, The Weber School, 2015-2107 • Ram Tough Award, The Weber School 2016, 2017, for • Weber swim team, tennis team and track team three seasons of sports each year • JCC, 2017-2018, swim instructor and lifeguard • Cross Country Coach’s Award, The Weber School, 2015, 2016, 2017 • Blaze Sports (an adaptive sports program), 2016-2018, volunteer swim in- • Swim Team Coach’s Award, The Weber School, 2016 structor • Most Valuable Player, tennis team, The Weber School, 2016

Jared Rakusin • Spartans Mixers, Music Engineering Club, August 2016-present 17, North Springs Charter High School • President and founder of NSCHS 3D Printing Program, August 2017-present Jared is extremely articulate and is a talented story- • President and founder of SparTech. NSCHS Technology Assistance Program, teller. Along with his many accomplishments and talents, August 2015-present he also has a sharp wit that will keep you laughing and on • President of Open Heart Open Hand, August 2015-present your toes. Jared was one of our most talented participants • Camper and Counselor-In-Training at Camp Ramah Darom, summers 2011- in this year’s American Jewish Committee’s Leaders for To- 2017 morrow cohort. When meeting with the Consul General of • Ronald McDonald House, Atlanta chapter Teens Board, 2015-present Mexico, he asked thought-provoking questions and show- • Congregation Or Hadash, annual high holidays counselor, 2016-present cased his knowledge of complex international issues. • Amy’s Holiday Party for the Disabled in Greater Atlanta, volunteer, 2013-pres- Jared’s sample accomplishments: ent • Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), August • National Honors Society, August 2015-present 2015-present • Tech Fair annual winner and/or placer, August 2009-2016 • Jewish Culture Club, August 2015-present • Spanish Honors Society, August 2016-present • Model United Nations, August 2015-present • Science Honors Society, August 2017- present • Golf team, August 2015-present • Math Honors Society, August 2017-present • Computer Science Club, August 2015-present • Varsity letter, NSCHS Golf, August 2015-present

Max A. Ripans • BBYO International Convention 2018, Orlando 16, The Weber School • Director of sales for North Springs yearbook 2018 Max stays engaged in the community as a volunteer and advocate for worth- • Participated in Model UN delegation at North while causes. He has visited Jewish communities around the United States and Eu- Springs Charter High School rope. He has been trained as an advocate and lobbyist through BBYO and the Ameri- • BBYO Passport trip to Europe 2017 (England, Scot- can Jewish community. He has had business, marketing and technology experience land, Netherlands, Italy, Slovenia) through his internship and working in a family business. • North Springs Honor Roll, 2016-2018 Max’s sample accomplishments: • Elected to North Springs Homecoming Court, Octo- • Participated in AJC’s delegation to Washington, D.C., lobbying Congresswom- ber 2016 an Karen Handel and Congressman Barry Loudermilk on Holocaust educa- • Science Fair award winner, December 2016, North tion and combating anti-Semitism, 2018 Springs Science Committee • Intern for Conexx preparing report on how much money Israeli companies • American Jewish Committee Leaders for Tomorrow contribute to local economy each year, 2018 program • Summer 2018 community service trip to Thailand and Cambodia • 9th and 10th grade class treasurer at North Springs

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Elye Robinovitz • President/founder Weber Vols, community service student organization 17, The Weber School • Volunteered summer preschool camp co-counselor, Marcus Jewish Commu- Elye created the Community Outreach position with- nity Center of Atlanta in The Weber School’s Student Council. He also created • Congregation B’nai Torah, assistant teacher, summer preschool counselor the Weber Vols, a student organization dedicated to com- • Aurora Day Camp, counselor, summer camp for children with cancer munity service. He is president of CTeen Atlanta, a Chabad • President, CTeen Atlanta, Chabad youth group, international CTeen board, youth group, and was named the fourth best CTeen leader two leadership conferences in the world. He also has an internship with Stand With • Named fourth best CTeen leader in the world Us, an Israel advocacy and education organization. • Teen leader of the year, male, Congregation Beth Tefillah, 2018-19 Elye’s sample accomplishments: • Yale Book Award, The Weber School, outstanding academics and character • Vice president and creator of the position, Community • Chosen for summer accounting program, UGA’s Terry College of Business Outreach, The Weber School Student Council • Internship, Stand With Us, Israel advocacy

Jordyn Rosenberg • Principals Honor Roll, all four semesters of high 16, North Springs Charter High School school to date After studying competitive gymnastics for seven years, Jordyn mentors young- • Accepted to study abroad in Spain for language en- er gymnasts at JumpStart Gym. Jordyn also owns and operates a jewelry business, richment and community service program for four creating necklaces and bracelets to sell online via BeadsByJo. Jordyn gives back a weeks, summer 2018 portion of all sales to Water.org. • Varsity tennis team, cross country team, North Jordyn’s sample accomplishments: Springs High School • Second Helpings Community Assistance Center, 2015- 2018 • North Springs High School Student Government • BBYO board member, secretary, 2016-2018 representative • Youth Leadership Sandy Springs, graduate, 2018 • Jewish Culture Club, North Springs High School, of- • Temple Sinai confirmation class, 2018 ficer • Spanish Honor Society, 2018

Katie Stone • Diamond Family Religious School, Temple Emanu-El, madricha, including 16, Diamond Family Religious School special needs Katie is very active in Temple Emanu-El’s Diamond • High Holy Days Kids Club, Temple Emanu-El, helped with coordination of Family Religious School as a madricha for the past two children’s activities, 2013-present years, including working with special needs children. She • Shirley Schiffer Volunteerism award, Temple Emanu-El received the Shirley Schiffer volunteerism award from the • Confirmand, Temple Emanu-El, traveled with rabbis and confirmation class synagogue and was a Hadassah Chesed Award winner. Ka- to Washington, D.C., to lobby Congress through Religious Action Center tie also is active in Girl Scouts and completed her Silver • Camp Barney Medintz, camper for eight years and counselor-in-training Award project last year by installing a butterfly garden at • Hadassah Chesed Award winner Temple Emanu-El’s Garden Isaiah. The volunteer-run gar- • March for Our Lives, spoke at a pre-walk prayer session for Atlanta Reform den provides hundreds of pounds of produce every year to synagogues. the Sandy Springs Community Assistance Center. At the • Hunger Walk March for Our Lives, Katie also spoke at a pre-walk prayer • AIDS Walk session for Atlanta Reform synagogues. • Girl Scouts, Silver Award Katie’s sample accomplishments: • Provided meals to residents of Mary Hall Freedom House

Alisa Umanskiy • Junior Beta Club, cleaning local streets three times in past year 10, Haynes Bridge Middle School • Atlanta Food Bank, volunteered in Dec 2017, March Alisa deeply cares about those around her. She is constantly seeking ways in 2018, April 2018 which she can serve the community from simply picking up trash along the road • Feeding the homeless in downtown Atlanta, four to feeding the hungry or donating her birthday gifts to shelters. She’s also plan- times in past year ning to donate proceeds from an upcoming bake sale – she bakes on her own – to • The Packaged Good, packing bags for women’s shel- several charities. Although she’s young, she refuses to accept that a young person ters, four times in the past year can’t make a difference in the world. She’s constantly asking herself: “what can I do • Donates toys and books to Children’s Healthcare of to make the world better?” Atlanta Alisa’s sample accomplishments: • Drama Club • Presidential Scholar Award, May 2018 • Science Club • Honor Roll, May 2018, December 2017 • Student Council

Honorable Mention 10-13 AGE GROUP: 14-17 AGE GROUP: Nathan Skor, 11 | : Nathan is a mensch. He is a sweet, sweet kid Ross Wolpert, 17 | Walton High School: Ross is a devoted Atlanta Jewish teen leader and an old soul. He gets along with anyone and everyone and is extremely smart and and inspires his peers to be the same. He makes every activity fun and interesting. enjoys challenging himself. He would do anything to make the world a better place.

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Abigail Ventimiglia • Science National Honor, president-elect, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy 15, North Gwinnett High School • Science Olympiad competitor, Suwanee Youth Leaders 2018 Abigail has a passion for science and technology. • Students Exploring Engineering, , January 2018 She has spearheaded several initiatives in the STEM field • North Gwinnett Student Leadership Team, varsity cross country athlete and is a rising leader in incorporating women into this • Varsity diver, varsity pole vaulter traditionally male-dominated field. Abigail is not only a • Tin Man in Wizard of Oz School musical leader academically, but in the Jewish community. Her • Radford University Summer Bridge Program (won scholarship for July 2017 participation in American Jewish Committee’s Leaders and July 2018) for Tomorrow (LFT) Israel advocacy and leadership train- • Cisco’s Girls Power Tech, August 2016-May 2017 ing program inspired her to help create the Junior Jewish • Freshman Science Student of the Year, May 2017 Committee at her school to educate students about Jewish • North Gwinnett Middle School graduation inspirational speaker advocacy and leadership. • AP biology speaker for rising ninth graders, April 2017 Abigail’s sample accomplishments: • Georgia Tech’s Fluid Power Challenge, August 2015-May 2016

Jereme Weiner Jewish identity chair, 10th grade 17, North Atlanta High School • Soccer, travel team, fall 9th-11th grades Jereme is not only dedicated to the Jewish community and her volunteer work, • North Atlanta High School Junior Varsity Soccer but is a well-spoken and thoughtful leader. Her peers look to her for guidance and Team, 9th-11th grade think very highly of her, and she does an impressive job of using her experiences to • NAHS Beta Club, 10th, 11th, participated in state influence her community. She is not only a future leader of the Jewish community, conference in 11th grade, incoming media/commu- but an effective and dedicated teen leader. nications chair for 12th grade Jereme’s sample accomplishments: • NAHS National Honor Society, 11th grade • Creating Connected Communities, Teen Leadership Development program • NAHS Hiking Club, co-founder, 11th grade and up- member, 9th and 10th grade; board member, communications chair, 11th and coming year 12th grade • NAHS Politics Club, 11th grade and upcoming year • American Jewish Committee, Leaders for Tomorrow, Israel Advocacy and • NAHS International Baccalaureate Student Mentor, Leadership Development Program, 11th grade chosen in 11th grade to serve in 12th grade • BBYO, chapter member, 9th-12th grade, board member, finance chair and

Gabriel F. Weiss • Atlanta Jewish Academy High School representative for The King Center’s 16, Atlanta Jewish Academy Students, interactive program, social justice and diversity Gabriel takes a college level course at Duke University • Atlanta Jewish Academy Student Council, freshman class representative and takes honors and Advanced Placement courses at AJA, • Spirit Wear Club, co-president maintaining a cumulative GPA of 4.16. Gabe has gone from • Winner of 2017 Ephraim Frankel Award, highest honor AJA 8th grader for volunteering time to starting his own non-profit corpora- academics, social action, leadership, humility. tion providing legal services to low-and middle-income • Selected “Most Likely to Succeed” among AJA graduating middle school class people without affordable access to legal services, Legal Atlanta Jewish Academy Middle School Leadership Council treasurer Aid for All, Inc. • B’nai B’rith of Metro Atlanta’s “Enlighten America Essay Contest,” first prize Gabriel’s sample accomplishments: • Jewish Academy 2017 Science Fair, third place • Atlanta Jewish Academy Student Council, sophomore • Atlanta Jewish Academy middle school boys’ tennis team class representative • Duke University Talent Identification Program, highest grade in college level • Atlanta Jewish Academy, 2018-2019 Nerd Club, co-pres- Abnormal Psychology, summer 2016 ident • Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth Program, online • Atlanta Jewish Academy 2018 High School Award for • Atlanta Jewish Academy 2016 Science Fair, first place Creativity and Passion in Fine Arts

ALISA UMANSKIY So proud of you! Keep impacting Congratulations, Alisa Umanskiy! You’ve others! always made us proud with your determination, Love, Mom, Dad, Lauren, enthusiasm and the and Marni, Nana, Bubby desire to make a and Grandpop difference. - Mama, Papa, Valerie Sydney Rein 20 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES ARTS Artist Eben Dunn Puts Fear In Its Place By Kevin Madigan

Photos by Shawn Vinson courtesy of Different Trains Gallery Eben Dunn uses found objects Eben Dunn, a former real estate agent, finds happiness creating art in is his Inman such as transistor radio tubes, Park studio. His first commissioned paintings were used as wedding presents. sheet music, levels, rulers, tribal necklaces, copper wire, teddy bears, and crystals Fear is a mind-killer, says Atlanta tur through the end of August. in his mixed media art. artist Eben Dunn, who gave up decades The name of his exhibit refers to as a successful real estate agent for a pre- positive and negative energy. “I do these many items strewn around his studio. He taught, with no formal art training ex- carious existence creating mixed media energy modulators that have a kabbalah uses all of them in his artwork. cept for glass blowing as a youth. Dunn’s art. component to them, which is kind of “Dunn brings a fresh approach to confidence in his abilities grew when he “My works are expressions of over- cool,” he said. “You have a red string that his craft, motivated entirely by the joy was offered his first show, in New York, coming fear and giving yourself the collects negative energy that’s ambient of making good art,” said Shawn Vinson, just months after going into art full-time. ability to focus on things that can bring in a room, neutralizes that energy and director of Different Trains. “He’s not try- “I always knew I needed to spend you happiness and balance,” Dunn said emits it back into the space. I’ve always ing to impress anybody or conform to time doing this, and if I didn’t, I’d regret during a visit to his Inman Park studio. been fascinated with red string and the any rules of painting or image-making.” it,” he said. “At the time I was just trying “Time is precious, and you are not given power that it has. It deflects bad juju, re- Dunn said he tries to incorporate a to teach myself to paint better. I’ve al- happiness, so art is one of those mediums moves it. It’s been around for a thousand sense of “fear less” in his art. “If you’re ways been good with composition and I like music that reminds people to stay years.” Included also is a series of oils he not Jewish you think we are saying ‘fear- just needed to get some skills. I’m a bet- on point, that this is where your energy calls Frequency Paintings that appear to less,’ but all the Jews know I’m saying ter welder now and a better painter and should go. You have to work at it and put be both radio frequencies and forests of ‘fear less.’ When you see a piece of mine sculptor than I was before.” fear in its proper context if you want to trees. that has lines and dots on it, that’s ‘fear be powerful and be happy.” Transistor radio tubes, scores of less’ in Morse code.” You can see Eben Dunn’s Amplification Dunn, 53, is exhibiting his work in a sheet music, old levels, rulers of every His shift from selling property to & De-Amplification exhibit free at Different show called Amplification & De-Amplica- type, tribal necklaces, copper wire, teddy making art was a quest that began as Trains Gallery, 432 East Howard Ave., Deca- tion at Different Trains Gallery in Deca- bears, and crystals are just some of the friends started asking him for paintings tur, through the end of August, http://www.

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Legal Aid For All, Inc. congratulates our Founder & Executive Director, Gabriel Weiss, for being selected one of Atlanta’s Jewish 18 Under 18 Young Leaders. Gabe’s initiative, vision, determination and empathy are truly exceptional. Keep up the good work! ~ Terry, Cliff, David, Carolyn,

Eben Dunn calls his series of oils Frequency Paintings, which Loretta, Lisa & Matt appear to be both radio frequencies and forests of trees. ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 21 COMMUNITY Camp Judaea Dedicates Memorial Cabin Sunday, July 8, was a said. “Now, every year ap- “While David is not physically here busy day for staff at Camp proximately 40 kids will with us, Camp Judaea will now allow his Judaea in Hendersonville, spend their summer in this N.C. Second session was set cabin and they will have an Photos courtesy of Camp Judaea to begin the following morn- amazing experience. And ing and, while there was it’s my hope that by seeing much to do to prepare, staff, David’s name on the stone family and friends took a outside and chilling out in few moments to remember this beautiful garden with David Rosenberg, a beloved names of so many donors, camper and former staff Dina that they will realize this member who passed away Fuchs-Beresin place is especially meaning- suddenly in February. ful because it honors some- In the five months since David’s un- one very special to many.” expected death at age 47, loved ones ral- The family noted that while the dedi- lied together to raise money to dedicate cation was bittersweet, the outpouring of a new cabin to honor his memory. About support has gone a long way toward help- 100 people gathered at the camp for a ing them heal from this tragic loss. brief ceremony led by cousins Al Cohn “It is completely befitting that Da- and Sam Levy, the camp’s board chair. vid’s name be attached to a cabin here “Never before in CJ’s 57-year history at CJ, a place that embodies the very ide- spirit and name to live on for years to Donations to this memorial cabin has a group of friends and family come als that David cared about most: love for come and create an even more meaning- are still being accepted. If you are inter- together in less than 90 days and raised family, Jewish values, and growth and ful bond between this sacred place and ested in contributing, visit https://www. an astonishing $204,000 to dedicate a development opportunities for children,” all of David’s friends and family who love gofundme.com/david-rosenberg-memo- new cabin in someone’s memory,” Levy Cohn said. this summer camp as we do.” rial-cj-cabin. ■

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Leon’s has traditional Seven Lamps' Caramelle, stuffed with sheep’s milk ricotta on roasted that suits his or her palate. If you want pairings like ketchup and garlic aioli, eggplant and tomato sugo. to order like a pro, start with the Sesame but most of their sauces are truly one-of- Joy Café Waffle Asparagus Fries served with black truffle kind, like Massaman Curry Goat Cheese Seven Lamps aioli, share a plate of the Jjang Jjorim Fondue and Mango-Peppadew Catsup. Joy Café Tucked behind the chaos of Lenox/ with Buttered Rice (a.k.a. braised beef No matter which you choose, great fries You may know Joy Café as a deca- Phipps malls in the Shops Around Lenox brisket, buttered rice, daikon and enoki will solidify your great date status. ■ dent brunch destination, but now the shopping center, lies an inventive Italian restaurant has expanded its menu to din- restaurant. Seven Lamps, a small restau- Stay up-to-date with the best food and restaurants in Atlanta. Follow Taste of Atlanta on Facebook (Taste of Atlanta), Instagram and Twitter (@TasteofAtlanta). Or follow my food stories ner. Every dish is artfully composed and rant with exceptional food and drinks, on Instagram @skyemichelle58. For tickets and more information about the upcoming Taste of is sure to impress your date. Salmon is provides an intimate experience of din- Atlanta events, visit SouthernWingShowdown.com and TasteofAtlanta.com. grilled and stacked on fresh vegetables ing. Order small plates for sharing or 22 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES COMMUNITY Atlanta’s Sabra Riders There are motorcyclists who are Jew- the Marietta Diner and then ride for half ish? They don’t exactly fit the traditional the day or more in the scenic, winding bad-boy images of outlaws with tattoos roads of North Georgia, who belong to a gang. But these are not or Tennessee. “Meet and Greet” regional your typical motorcyclists. They’re Jew- gatherings are held to encourage fellow- ish. They provide security, ship with neighboring clubs. raise money for nonprofits, But it’s not all about the and try to improve Holo- bond of cycling. The Sabra caust education and remem- Riders have a higher calling brance. to help others in the Jewish Sabra Riders of Atlanta and nonprofit world. Sabra Riders get ready for Rides to is one of more than 46 clubs They support the Pedi- Remember in Providence, R.I. Riders receive a warm welcome throughout the U.S., Canada, atric Brain Tumor Founda- in Virginia Beach. Australia and Israel that tion Ride for Kids and the survivors’ testimonies. A Cleveland Holo- belong to the Jewish Mo- American Diabetes Associa- caust survivor was flown to Los Angeles Chaiway Riders of Chicago; Yidden on torcyclists Alliance (JMA) Marcia tion Ride to Live. They also to work with Steven Spielberg and the Wheels of and Australia; Chai for Jewish motorcycle clubs Caller Jaffe participate in the Toco Hills USC Shoah Foundation to film a state- Riders of N.Y.; Golf Riders of N.J.; Shalom worldwide. Jaffe's Jewish Jives Purim Parade sponsored by of-the-art 3-D holographic film based on n’ Chrome of Charleston, S.C. and King People who belong to Beth Jacob Synagogue, de- recorded questions and answers. David Bikers of South Florida. these clubs share a passion to ride motor- liver mishloach manot gifts for Purim for The host club, the Shul Boys of Cleve- Since 2004, when the JMA was first cycles, whatever the brand, and the bond Ahavath Achim Synagogue, and provide land, arranged a two-hour ride with po- organized, past R2Rs have been held in of faith and heritage. “It’s all about cama- traffic control and security for Yom Has- lice escort highlighting Cleveland’s sights such places as Washington, D.C., New raderie,” said Kenny Gordon, spokesman hoah observances at Greenwood Cem- and culture with weekend riding events, York City, Omaha, Neb, Chicago-Skokie, for the Atlanta club. The group began in etery. speakers and a private outing at the Rock Virginia Beach, Toronto, Providence, R.I. 2000 with six riders and has grown to One of their big missions is Holo- & Roll Hall of Fame. and Nashville, Tenn. Next year’s R2R will more than 50 members, male and female, caust education and remembrance. They In addition to Sabra Riders, clubs at- be in St. Louis. representing a range of ages and profes- assemble each year for a Ride to Remem- tending included the Lost Tribe of Virgin- For more information on the Sabra sions. ber (R2R) to raise money for awareness, ia Beach; the Lonsmon of ; Hillel’s Riders, go to www.sabrariders.com, or con-

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They loved playing together and were always in one of Dear Rachel, our homes. And suddenly it stopped. My daughter, Stephanie, would call her What do you do when your son is being tormented by none other friend, Ellen, and the mother kept giving excuses: She’s not available; she’s than your close friend’s child? Things came to a head recently, and not home now, etc. At a certain point, my suspicions peaked upon seeing my I’m flummoxed. Here’s the story… daughter’s dejected expression yet again when her phone call still didn’t yield Ten-year-old Davie flew into the house, his face streaked with - a play date. tears. Mustering my courage, I placed a call to Carol. “Hi, honey!” I greeted him, wondering what happened to my sun “Hi, Carol,” I began, my voice quivering. “Is there something wrong? I ny-side-up little man. “What’s the matter?” mean, is there a reason that you’re not allowing Stephanie to play with El- “I hate him!” Davie clenched his fists. “He’s the meanest boy in len?” the whole world! He always teases me and hides my stuff. And if I Carol heaved a big sigh. say I’ll tell on him, he threatens to beat me up. Can you send me to a- “I don’t know how to tell you this. I didn’t want to hurt you. But I feel like different school?” Davie pauses, and I can practically see his wheels Stephanie is a bad influence on Ellen.” turning as he scrunches his eyes and tries to wiggle out of this situa My mouth opened and closed like a fish underwater. I didn’t know what tion with one of his creative ideas. He turns to me with his old grin, to say, and the words threatening to explode from my lips were not going to a ray of light glinting through the clouds, and his blue eyes shine. “I be helpful. Stephanie, a bad influence? I shook my head vigorously. She’s a have an even better idea!” he says. model child-obedient, refined, helpful. What in the world was Carol talking “What, Sunshine?” about? “Let’s move!” I asked her for specifics and then we hung up as I tried to digest what she I sigh and offer him a snack. My heart is heavy; my insides are had conveyed. twisted in knots. Not only because Davie is suffering, although that My pain was searing as I cried for my daughter. In a flash, her best friend alone would shake up my equanimity. But if that’s not enough, the had been stolen from her, and she had no idea why. And the warmth I felt for bully who’s tormenting Davie happens to be my close friend’s son. Carol was coated in ice. I know my obligation is to protect my child, even though it may - Time passed, and apparently Carol was convinced that Stephanie had mean the end of a precious friendship. My question is how to best outgrown a stage and was once again appropriate friend material for El- deal with the situation. Do I speak to my friend and hope for compas len. As if there had never been an impasse, our girls renewed their bond and sion and a willingness to help? Or will I confront a mother bear who played happily ever after. And Carol and I? To my surprise, the same thing will not tolerate hearing the truth about her child? Perhaps it’s best to happened. I realized that she wasn’t out to hurt me but was just trying her approach the administration and keep out of the boxing ring? best to look out for her daughter’s welfare. Regards, Even though the message was terribly painful for me to swallow, it would Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place have been more palatable if Carol had communicated with me directly, in- stead of leaving us dangling. I would have told Stephanie that Ellen’s mother wants her to have a little space for a while rather than let her make repeated Atlanta Jewish Times Advice Column overtures and have the door slammed in her face over and over. But hind- sight is great, and who says I would have done differently had the tables been Got a problem? turned? Email Rachel Stein at [email protected] with 250 My suggestion is to be loving, compassionate and honest when speaking words or less describing your problem. to your friend about her son bullying Davie. Pray that your words come out We want to hear from you and get helpful suggestions for your right and are well-received. No matter the outcome, you will have given it situation at the same time! your best shot – and who can beat that? ■ Identifying details will be changed upon request. Best of luck, Rachel Jewish Joke of the Week A Serious Chat with Mum close your eyes. I’ll be over in half an hour. I’ll do your shopping, tidy up the house and cook your dinner. I’ll Rivkah sprang to answer the telephone. feed the baby and I’ll call an engineer I know who’ll fix “Darling, How are you? This is Mummy.” your washing machine. Now stop crying. 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25 Years Ago // July 30, 1993

■ A new Orthodox synagogue, Congregation Ariel, opened in Dunwoody. After work- Remember When ing for over two years to find a location and gather financial support, Dunwoody 15 Years Ago // July 27, 2003 residents Les Czuper, Sam Eden, Louis Taratoot and others selected a site and hired

■ Famed entertainer Bob Hope died July 27 a rabbi. at 100. Hope left a mark on Jewish comics ■ The bar mitzvah of William Michael Shulmister of Sacramento, Calif., took place throughout his career. According to author on Saturday, July 31, at Ahavath Achim Synagogue. Michael is the son of Jeff and Lawrence J. Epstein, the schlemiel charac- Betsy Shulmister. ter was one of Hope’s greatest gifts to co- medians, and his style paved the way for 50 Years Ago // July 26, 1968

Jewish comics such as Jerry Seinfeld. ■ Rabbi Nissim Wernick arrived in Atlanta with his wife and family to assume his ■ Richard and Patricia Poline of Atlanta role as the newly elected spiritual leader of Congregation Shearith Israel. Upon his announce the engagement of their daugh- ordination, Rabbi Wernick became the eighth generation in his family to carry on ter, Laura Beth, to Mark Brian Lawson, this long-standing tradition.

son of Haskell and Linda Lawson of Dal- Bob Hope, English-American performer. ■ Mr. and Mrs. William Singer of Thomaston, Ga., announce the birth of a son, Man- ton, Ga. uel Benjamin, on July 30.

ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27, 2018 | 25 CALENDAR

FRIDAY, JULY 27 Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails. Young Family Summer Service – asp?aid=628&cid=47067. Congregation Beth Shalom, 5303 Win- ters Chapel Road, Dunwoody, from 5:30 FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 to 6:30 p.m. Join Alefbet Preschool for MJCCA Dive into Shabbat Outdoor a service of music, singing, story time CANDLE-LIGHTING TIMES Pool Party – Marcus Jewish Commu- Va’etchanan and pasta dinner. $10 per family. To nity Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Friday, July 27, 2018 light candles at 8:24PM make your reservation, email risa@ Road, Atlanta, from 5 to 7 p.m. Bring Saturday, July 28, 2018 Shabbat ends at 9:22PM bethshalom.net. your own picnic. Drinks and snacks Eikev available for purchase. Free. For more Friday, August 3, 2018 light candles at 8:18PM information, go to www.atlantajcc. Saturday, August 4, 2018 Shabbat ends at 9:16PM org/pldb-live/dive-into-shabbat-out- door-pool-party-at-the-mjcca-40026/. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1 What the Health?! Vascular Disease 1968 Summer Film Series - “Planet – Marcus Jewish Community Center of of the Apes”- Temple Sinai, 5645 Du- Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Atlanta, pree Drive, Sandy Springs, at 11 a.m. from 1 to 3 p.m. Learn about peripheral Free. For more information; www. and arterial diseases and how to catch templesinaiatlanta.org/event/1968- the warning signs early on. There will summer-film-series.html or also be leg circulation screening. Free MJCCA Dive into Shabbat – Outdoor 404-252-3073. for members, $5 for non-members. Pool Party - Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Atlanta, from 5 to 7 p.m. Bring your WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 own picnic. Drinks and snacks avail- 1968 Summer Film Series – “Rose- Swim, Sip & Schmooze! – Marcus able for purchase. Free. For more in- mary’s Baby”- Temple Sinai, 5645 Du- Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, formation, go to www.atlantajcc.org/ pree Drive, Sandy Springs, at 11 a.m. 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Atlanta, from 7 pldb-live/dive-into-shabbat-outdoor- Free. For more information; www.tem- to 9 p.m. For Jewish singles, 40 and up. pool-party-at-the-mjcca-40026/. plesinaiatlanta.org/event/1968-sum- Swim, Shabbat, pizza and adult bever- mer-film-series.html or 404-252-3073. Congregation Shearith Israel Shab- ages. $10 per adult. To register; https:// bat in the Park – Lake Claire Park, bit.ly/2NpVFDd. 430 Lakeshore Drive NE, Atlanta, from 5:45 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your own dish to SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 share. Free. For more information and Congregation Beth Shalom Fun in to register; www.signupgenius.com/ the Park Potluck – Windwood Hol- go/5080e4aacac2da5fe3-shabbat. low Park, 4865 Lakeside Drive, Dun- The Sixth Point Shabbat at the Pool woody, from 4 to 6 p.m. Join Rabbi – 440 Overview Drive NW, Sandy FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 Zimmerman for an afternoon of fun Springs, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cater- Prospective Member Shabbat – Con- and games. Bring a kosher dairy dish ing from Willy’s Mexican Grill. $15 per gregation Beth Shalom, 5303 Winters to share. Free. adult, $20 per adult after July 25. For Chapel Road, Dunwoody, from 6:30 to Connect Kickoff Pool Party for registration and more information, go 8 p.m. Prospective member musical Teens – Marcus Jewish Community to www.dinners.onetable.org/events/ Shabbat service followed by a wine Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, c2a24548-3ed9-4cb4-95a4-14ad425f- and cheese meet & greet. Join Rabbi MJCCA KnowlEdgewise Speaker Se- Atlanta, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Pool games 7c3a. Zimmerman for Shabbat service. Af- and snacks. $15 for members, $25 for ries – Berman Commons, 2026 Wom- ter Shabbat, meet the staff, board and non-members. For more information ack Road, Dunwoody, from 10:30 a.m. to members. Free. and to register; www.atlantajcc.org/ SUNDAY, JULY 29 12:30 p.m. Free. For more information pldb-live/connect-kickoff-pool-party- Hadassah Ketura Pool Party BBQ – and to RSVP; https://www.atlantajcc. 40839/?back=pldb_active. At the home of Beth and Steve Mintz SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 org/pldb-live/knowledgewise-speaker- in Marietta, from 3 to 6 p.m. Eat, swim, Board Game Shabbat – Congregation series-berman-commons-40197/. meet and socialize. Bottled water and Etz Chaim, 1190 Indian Hills Parkway MONDAY, AUGUST 13 ice are provided. Bring your own bever- NE, Marietta, from 12 to 3 p.m. Bring THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 Talking Heads Co-Ed Discussion age of choice. $18 per person. For more your favorite games. Snacks provided. Group – Marcus Jewish Community Lunchtime Culture at Alliance The- information, contact bethmintz@ Free. RSVP to www.etzchaim.net/ Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, atre, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, At- gmail.com or call 770-231-7416. gameday. Atlanta, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. A dif- lanta, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For ferent volunteer moderator leads each Congregation Beth Shalom Trivia seniors, 55 and up. Bring your own session and provides participants with Night – 5303 Winters Chapel Road, SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 lunch. Transportation will be avail- the week’s discussion questions in ad- Dunwoody, from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your Blood Drive at AA – Ahavath Achim able from the MJCCA, Toco Hills NORC vance, ranging from current events to friends and family and create your Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Av- and Zaban Tower. Special accommoda- popular culture. Free for members, $5 team or join a team at Trivia Night. enue NW, Atlanta, from 9 a.m. to 2 tions may be available for those un- for the community. Your admittance will be a kosher des- p.m. To schedule an appointment, go able to reach these locations. Please sert item. Drinks provided. To register, to www.redcrossblood.org and enter call 678-812-4070 to confirm prior to go to www.bethshalom.net or call 770- sponsor code JWV. For more informa- registration. $5 per person. For regis- TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 399-5300. tion, contact Gail Solomon at gailsol@ tration and more information; www. Toddler Tuesday: MathArts – Marcus gmail.com or 404-351-1900. online.activenetwork.com/MJCCA/ Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 26 | JULY 27, 2018 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES JULY 27–AUGUST 15

5342 Tilly Mill Road, Atlanta, Tuesdays olds with a caregiver. Free and open to through September 4, from 10:30 a.m. the community. Advance registration to 12 p.m. Educational mathematical required; http://bit.ly/toddler-tuesday. experience for 18 months to 3-year-

MJCCA Sushi Night – Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Atlanta, from 7 to 9 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15 p.m. Learn the art of hand-rolling and 1968 Summer Film Series – “Charley”- how to select fish to best present its Temple Sinai, 5645 Dupree Drive, San- freshness in sushi. Options for non- dy Springs, at 11 a.m. Free. For more fish eaters available. $50 for members, information; go to www.templesina- $65 for non-members. To register, go iatlanta.org/event/1968-summer-film- to www.atlantajcc.org/pldb-live/sushi-

series.html or 404-252-3073. night-40577/. ■ Fort Benning Archive, Photo by John D. Helms/MCoE PAO Photographer SUNDAY, JULY 29 Find more events and submit items for our online and print calendars at: Fort Benning’s Sunday Morning Jewish Services – Chapel of the Infantry, www.atlantajewishconnector.com Ft. Benning, Columbus, Ga., from 8 to 10 a.m. Join more than 500 soldiers at the post to participate in the morning Jewish chapel services and talk to the troops about Jewish War Veterans and their military service. Free and open to the public. For more information, http://facebook.com/jwvatlanta. RSVP to JWV Commander George Heart at [email protected] or 404-817-1301. This calendar is sponsored by the Atlanta Jewish Connector, an initiative of the AJT.

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Leon Sheinberg Socol 92, Atlanta Leon Sheinberg Socol, 92, of Atlanta, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. Leon was born and raised in Breckenridge, Texas. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943. Following his military service, Leon moved to Atlanta to attend Georgia Tech. There he met his beloved wife, Frieda Feldman Socol. They were married for 62 years, until Frieda passed away in 2011. Leon worked for most of his professional life at Atlantic Envelope Company, di- recting the personnel department and then assuming plant management responsibilities. Atlanta Born ~ Atlanta Owned ~ Atlanta Managed He was a talented journalist and photographer, and a well-known columnist for many years at The Jewish Georgian. Following his retirement, Leon volunteered for more than 20 years at Clark Howard’s Consumer Action Center, assisting consumers with astute fi- Funeral and Cemetery Pre-planning nancial advice. Leon is survived by his three children: Alan (Beth), Scott (Deborah) and Jody (Cliff); It’s easy: Over the phone, online, in person brother, Marvin (Maxine); sister, Gwen (Alan); five grandchildren: Stephanie, Chelsea, Max, Jordan and Robin; and seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his “special It’s safe: Pre-payments are 100% escrowed in an lady friend,” Gail Solomon. account you own In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Frieda’s Friends Membership Fund at Shearith Israel. A graveside service was held Friday, July 20, at Greenwood Cemetery. It’s responsible: Simplifies arrangements, removes Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999. Sign the online guest book at www.edressler.com. burden from family, and fixes most funeral costs

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