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CJCF OFFICERS: These 10 Yiddish Words Will Get You Through Dan Charlick, President Alla Haut, Vice President Ellen Scolnic & Joyce Eisenberg Eileen Saltarelli, Secretary Quarantine Paul Hervey, Treasurer This story originally appeared on Kveller and is edited for 7. Bubkes Tyler Wilkof, Past President space. n. (BUP-kiss) Literally beans, nothing. So now that you’ve binge-watched Unorthodox, it’s time Something that’s worthless or that falls short of expecta- CJCF BOARD OF TRUSTEES: to get off your tuchas and start using your keppe (head)! tions. In this new normal, we’re getting used to bubkes in These 10 Yiddish words — each one loaded with emotion the toilet paper aisle, bubkes in our fresh vegetable drawer, Michael Alperin • Jack Bouer and angst, and boy do we have plenty of that! — will come and bubkes in our checking account. Barb Ferne • Robert Friedman • Carolyn Garfinkle in handy to describe this pandemic mishegas (craziness). Laura Goldman • Meade Perlman • Rita Schaner 8. Ongeblozen Daniel Silverman • Jeff Sklar • Laura Solomon 1. Tsedrayte adj. (un-geh-BLUH-zin) Sulky, pouty; a sourpuss. John Strauss • Fran Wells • Bruce White • Susan Wilkof adj. (tsuh-DRATE) All mixed up, confused. Our kids used to get ongeblozzen when we said we Before the Covid-19 virus, tsedrayte meant we couldn’t couldn’t go out for pizza. Now everyone’s ongeblozzen OTHER MEMBERS: remember if we promised to meet a friend for lunch on because we spent all afternoon making dough from Thursday or Friday. Now we don’t know what day of the scratch… and we didn’t have the right kind of cheese. “It Richard Altman/Michael Zoldan, Shaaray Torah week it is tastes funny. It doesn’t taste like Panzone’s pizza. Why Mark Tenenbaum, Temple Israel can’t we go to Panzone’s?” Hazzan Bruce Braun, Shaaray Torah 2. Shpilkes Michael Magill, Chadash (SHPILL-kiss) Impatience, restlessness. 9. Tsuris Jonathan Wilkof, Chadash Before Covid-19, when our young kids had “ants in their n. (TSORE-iss) troubles and worries; problems. Lanny Knell, Agudas Achim pants,” we’d tell them to go outside and play. Now, however, We can’t help worrying when our sister tells us she had a Rabbi A.J. Kushner, Agudas Achim we have to mask them up first, and watch them carefully suspicious mammogram or our son hints that someone so they stay six feet away from all the other kids who are bullied him in school. But these days, instead of worry- also trying to get their shpilkes out. We used to go out to ing about illness or money or school or our family or the a yoga class; now when our little ones have shpilkes, we future — we’re worried about all of it. Tsuris has gone from watch Cosmic Kids Yoga and do downward facing dogs personal to universal. right along with them. 10. Oy 3. Shlub int. (OY) STARK JEWISH NEWS n. (SHLUB) A slob; some who dresses sloppily. Perhaps the most popular Yiddish expression, oy conveys All this self-quarantining has made shlubs even shlubbier. dozens of emotions, from surprise, joy, and relief to pain, A publication of the Canton Jewish Community Federation Sweatpants and torn T-shirts have gone from weekend fear and grief. Bubbe Mitzi used to say that just groaning wear to all day, everyday wear — unless you’re one of those “a good oy” could make you feel better. 432 30th Street N.W. • Canton, OH 44709 people who dons business casual from the waist up for So give a good oy, tie the shmata on your face — be sure Phone: Editorial 330-445-2405 your Zoom conference calls to cover your mouth and your nose! — and try not to get Phone: Advertising 330-445-2410 tsedraye. Here’s hoping all this tsuris will be over soon. Fax: 330-455-5268 4. Pulkes email: [email protected] • www.jewishcanton.org pl. n. (PULL-keys) Thighs. The word usually refers to cute, chubby baby thighs, but it can also mean those belonging to poultry. And with all the freezer diving we’re doing, we’ve discovered and eaten our fair share of pulkes in the last month. Bonnie Manello, Executive Director 5. Sekhel Karen Phillippi, Editor n. (SEH-khul) Common sense; good judgment. Heather Hershey-Tompkins, Advertising Manager Advice used to flow downstream. Our parents would nag Amanda Mason, Art Director us: “Have a little sekhel; do you really have to fly when you’re pregnant?” Now the tables have turned and we nag our parents: “Wash your hands. Wear a mask. You’re going to the supermarket? You’re old. Stay home!”
The SJN attempts to publish materials received 6. Eyngeshparter and reserves the right to edit all submissions. n. (AYN-guh-shpar-ter) A stubborn person; someone who cannot be convinced with logic. The SJN is published 10 times a year. These are the people who are protesting to end the shut- Subscription rate: $18.00 per year. down before it’s safe, ordering “cures” on the Internet, and Deadline for each month’s issue is the 10th. claiming the pandemic is all a hoax. Materials must be received in our office by that date. STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org FROM THE FEDERATION | 3 Calls To Defund The Police Put Jewish TOYOTA Institutions In A Tough Position (JTA) — When Rabbi Capers Funnye organized a Shabbat dedicated to anti-racism. BRIAN CAIN Ben Sales attends a synagogue that’s not his own, But the ADL appears to be far from backing calls to defund Vice President & General Manager he must brace himself for the reaction the police, one demand of the protest movement that is that he knows will follow after he walks through the door. gaining traction. A photo of two police officers graces the CAIN TOYOTA - SCION, INC. CAIN BMW, INC. 6527 Whipple Ave. NW 6461 Whipple Ave. NW Even though he comes in wearing a kippah and holding cover of the ADL’s guide titled “Protecting Your Jewish N. Canton, OH 44720 N. Canton, OH 44720 a prayer shawl, Funnye knows that if a security guard or Institution,” which recommends engaging with police and Phone (330) 494-8855 Phone (330) 494-5588 Fax (330) 494-8709 Fax (330) 494-4385 police officer is there, he’ll probably face extensive ques- other law enforcement dozens of times. www.caintoyota.com www.cainbmw.com tioning because he’s African-American. “Get to know local law enforcement and get them to know “They need to do whatever they’re most comfortable you before there is a problem,” the guide says. “Invite local with,” said Funnye, the rabbi at Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken police officers to use your gym, to join you for an oneg Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation in Chicago, regarding Shabbat or just to visit your building and get to know it.” security practices at other synagogues. But, he added, “If The principal organization tasked with coordinating pro- I go to a synagogue where I’m not a guest speaker and tection for Jewish institutions is the Secure Community they don’t have my picture and have it advertised, I would Network, or SCN, which was created in 2004 by two be very uncomfortable going into a synagogue with armed national coalitions of Jewish organizations. SCN also sees policemen.” law enforcement as the first address, and one of the main Interactions between armed police and black Americans tools for synagogues, schools and community centers to have spurred a nationwide protest movement since the turn to when devising a security plan. Its current and past death of George Floyd, an African-American man, in police CEOs both come from long careers in law enforcement. custody in Minneapolis in late May. The movement has put SCN often recommends being in touch with the local synagogues and other Jewish institutions in a challenging police department as one of the first steps in any secu- position: They are inclined to stand with the protest move- rity plan. In a report issued this year about whether syna- ment, but also have built close ties with law enforcement gogues should hire armed guards — a step SCN did not amid rising anti-Semitism, including deadly attacks on necessarily recommend, and called “not a security strategy Jews in Pittsburgh; Poway, California; and Jersey City, New or plan on its own” — the group said the best option is to Jersey. have an on-duty police officer present. The group cred- “They feel protected and I understand that,” said Tamar its law enforcement for preventing further bloodshed in Manasseh, an African-American rabbinical student and Pittsburgh, Poway and Jersey City. anti-gun violence activist in Chicago, referring to white Its CEO, Michael Masters, is a former Department of Jews. “It’s not their fault that they feel protected. We just Homeland Security official in the Chicago area. Masters don’t. I think the most important thing is for them to be said he supports efforts to increase police accountabil- sensitive to that, for them to be aware of that.” ity and transparency in ways that make black Americans She added: “Some of the people you’re being protected safer, though he did not go into further detail. from are actually people you call friends.” He said the Jewish community should take advantage of Jewish organizations have a history of working closely its relationships with law enforcement to help make that with law enforcement, and many see police as friend rather happen while also being more inclusive of Jews of color. than foe. Jewish leaders have been grateful for officers’ “We have had a perhaps more successful relationship with quick response to anti-Semitic attacks, and consistently law enforcement than other communities, and if there are recommend to local synagogues and other institutions things to learn from that or ways we can leverage that to that they build close relationships with the police. effectuate meaningful change, that will benefit other com- “There is prejudice, there is bias [within police forces]. We munities,” he said. “It’s also important for us to recognize need to deal with it,” said Abraham Foxman, the former as a community that we’re not monolithic. We have incred- A Canton Classic longtime national director of the Anti-Defamation League ible diversity in the Jewish community.” est. 1926 who established and expanded many of its law enforce- But Masters stressed that anti-Semitic attacks remain a Taggarts offers a menu filled with ment programs. present threat and that police are a key partner in prevent- delicious made from scratch food Foxman said he supports increased police transparency ing it. and dessert creations including our and accountability, “but at the end of the day, the African- “A very real, very deadly and likely more active threat most famous legacy, The Bittner. American community will need the same protection as we against our community exists,” he said. “If we recognize do.” all that and accept that we need to ensure the safety and The ADL is one organization that has tried to straddle the security of the community and the people who walk into divide. The group has a long record of working for civil our institutions, but there are issues with the organizations rights and has expressed solidarity with the protests. It has Taggarts Ice Cream • Only one per customer called for aggressive legislation against police brutality. It Cont’d / See DEFUND Page 14 Taggarts Ice Cream • 1401 Fulton Rd NW • Canton 44703 • 330-452-6844 4 | JFS STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org My Family’s New Normal For many people COVID 19 started out as no big deal. As things progressively got worse that was no longer the case. This disease was affecting everyone’s life. It was causing additional stressors and life challenges. This disease has created unique stories for everyone. Here is my personal story regarding the coronavirus. On March 12 I went to work at Jewish family services like I do every Thursday at Beit Ha’am. When I arrived home after work my two boys Corbin 14 years old and Carson 10 years old told me that they had to bring everything home from school due to the corona- virus. The schools had closed down. Now I was having to navigate through this uncharted territory: juggling work and the children’s online education. I like things to be consistent, have a routine and be planned. I JFS Staff HEATHER know everything doesn’t always go the way you planned, but this was definitely not what I was expecting. Heather Hershey-Tompkins, Executive Director HERSHEY-TOMPKINS JFS Director So the first thing I wanted to do was figure out a schedule. I thought I would try to do 330-445-2402 things as close to the school schedule as possible. That never worked out for our family. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our whole life was flipped upside down. We had a new time of waking up, eating meals, working, completing school work, Peggy Stabholz, Case Manager exercising and going to bed. Our original routine was wiped away. At times everything was overwhelming and stressful 330-445-2859 and other times there was nothing to do. Besides doing online schooling the children also needed to be educated about Monday thru Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the coronavirus and how to follow disease prevention measures. My husband Ric is in the medical field. So our whole family talked about the coronavirus and what should happen if one Lynda Herbert, Senior Adult Program Director of us was exposed and/or contracted the coronavirus. We were one of those families that went to the store and stocked 330-445-2412 up on canned food items, cleaning supplies, face mask, gloves and so on. Before doctor offices stop seeing patients Monday thru Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the office my husband had a gentleman come in for anxiety. Once my husband explored more on what was behind Chelle Cohen, Administrative Assistant the anxiety he found out that this gentleman had been called by a local hospital and they said that the person he was 330-445-2850 visiting today in the hospital could have the coronavirus. Monday thru Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If he does this gentleman was exposed to the coronavirus and now my husband was exposed to the coronavirus. My husband did not want to come home and expose his whole family to the coronavirus. So I gathered a bag of clothes and supplies and put it outside our house for him to pick it The Friends Campaign began May 1. up. He picked it up and took it back to his work office and spent one night there. The next day my husband followed Please contact Heather if you have up with the hospital and found out that the individual had not received your envelope. passed away and the autopsy showed that he did not have the coronavirus. So luckily my husband was able to come back home. However, this experience put a different per- spective on the coronavirus for our family. We realize that nobody is safe from this virus and that extra precautions needed to take place. My husband made himself a room in the basement with supplies, food and water and that is where he quarantine himself while he saw patients in the office. Shortly after that they started doing TeleMed conferences. After two weeks of being quarantined in the basement my husband finally came upstairs and started interacting with the family. There are days when I am thankful for the opportunity to work from home and be with my kids 24/7 and then other times I wish things would go back to normal and we could have some separation again. Keeping kids entertained can be a challenge. The spring time for us is usually busy with school, sports (my two boys play soccer and baseball) and yard work. So in the evening when we don’t have a lot going on anymore we are going on family walks, sitting out on the front porch, bike rides, playing basketball and watching The J-Shuttle, which is wheel chair accessible, movies and TV shows on Netflix and Hulu. Also, my kids is available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, are playing way too much video games online with their Wednesdays and Thursdays. friends and on their iPad. I have been a little more relaxed with these rules because my kids are used to being with Rates are $6.00 one way/$12.00 round trip. For reservations, call Chelle Cohen at 330-445-2850. Cont'd / See NEW NORMAL Page 6 STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org | 5 It is a Tree of Life…TIMBER!! Most rabbis become rabbis to fulfill the B’racha, “la’asok In his book, The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World, b’divrei Torah” - to occupy and immerse ourselves in Torah. Simon Winchester speaks about what the world was like before precision became the And since Torah is called Eitz Chaim, a Tree of Life, it is driving force. Things were made by artisans and craftsmen. Cars were handmade, piece understandable why many rabbis take pleasure in wood- by piece, and in most cases were indeed works of art. Moving toward precision was and working. I am such a one. During my twelve years of retire- is a double-edged sword. Yes, we accomplish more and faster, but we lose the art of life ment, I have probably made as many as five wooden toys and the craft of living. and a coffee table. It’s always such an adventure when one If I could follow the lines exactly, I would make a pretty good rocking horse…but how with my eye sight begins using a power saw! would you know it was created by my hand? In order to become an artist again or a crafts- After a significant hiatus in my woodworking, I decided man, I needed permission not to cut on the lines. I needed permission to try to come close to try to sharpen my skills and build a rocking horse. I to the pattern with the saw, and then to sand away until it looked to me like it was finished. adhered the pattern to the wood and began to use the There is a Jewish lesson here, I promise. While the rabbis split hairs and grind their RABBI JOHN SPITZER saber saw only to find that I could not cut on the patterned teeth on halachic issues to understand the nuances of the text and its laws, what they are lines. Very troubling. So I called my cherished colleague really trying to do is to get as close to the principle as possible, and then sand it down with and accomplish worker of wood, Rabbi Adland. I explained my dilemma and asked for debate and reality until it looks finished to them. With the passage of time, new issues his advice. In his wisdom, he said, “You don’t have to follow the lines…just get close and arise and they, again, try to get close to the line. then sand it down.” Genius! When viewed this way, our Jewish lives demand that we learn the principles of justice, I was terribly frustrated because I was going for perfection and precision. When we try mercy and humility, and then try to make our actions, our thoughts and the lives we live, to create these two inflexible qualities, more often than not, we will miss the mark and as close to the pattern as possible and then constantly sand them and shape them in the become frustrated, angry and depressed. But isn’t precision a good thing? In the world of image of The Pattern who created us. When we do that, we become the artists of our lives engineering, the ability to create precision allows us to make interchangeable parts that and the craftsmen of our legacy. are very efficient allowing for mass production and lower costs…but at what cost?
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Hello friends. While reading one of my many magazines I came across an article that I found extremely interesting and pertinent to our lives today. It said , “nearly 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 65 are socially isolated or lonely in ways that jeopardize their health”. The article went on LYNDA HERBERT to state that “isolation has been found to increase the risk of certain conditions ranging from dementia to heart disease”. That being said, I’d like you to know that I am mak- ing house calls! I want to share with everyone the wonderful photos I took on my many visits with my SAO friends. I visited them in their yards....at least 6 feet apart and they all were lovely afternoons of “schmoozing”. I only wish that I could have hugged them before I left their homes! Some of my friends did not want a personal visit so we chatted on the phone. It was good to hear their voices. I’ll continue calling and visiting until we meet again. By the way, I’ve found some of you do not pick up for strange phone numbers (mine). If you see a 330-495-**** it might be me and I’ll always identify myself in the first sentence. Stay safe and be well, Lynda STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org | 9
with our Seniors 10 | CHADASH STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org Discussing Racism with Young People Ancient Jewish wisdom, as detailed in Mishnah can cause anxiety. Leveling with them opens the doors for questioning and conver- Sanhehedrin 4:5, discusses the topic of judging criminals. sation. The commentary of our sages not only describes punish- 2. Acknowledge their feelings. Between the tensions exacerbated in recent days from ment, but it also emphasizes how every human is “adam police brutality and the social distancing from COVID-19, children are feeling anx- yehidi nivra” or a “unique creation of G-d.” This one small ious. It is important to acknowledge and validate their feelings along with some phrase encourages us to honor each person’s differences reassurance that they are safe. Focus on their feelings…not the fight. and that our own physical and emotional traits are special 3. Back to core values. The conversation can always be brought back to each family’s and should be celebrated. This is even true for the most individual belief system or religious beliefs. Your personal code of honor can run hardened criminals and paves the way for the fairest through every action or step you take. JULIE ZORN judgement possible. 4. Not talking about racism, leads to racism. Allowing children to come to their own Director of In today’s culture and the recent topic of Black Lives conclusions, can create an environment for misunderstanding. Conversations about Lifelong Learning Matter coming to the forefront of our American society, race from adults can help guide children to positive attitudes about race. the value of adam yehidi nivra comes to mind. If we as 5. Accept people for who they are. Adults often tell children that we are all the same. Jews understand that our differences make us unique and that we should even uphold The fact is that we are not all the same. People come in all shapes, colors, sizes and this value with those who have committed heinous crimes, then certainly, upholding the from all types of backgrounds. Instead, practice adam yehidi nivra or that we are all value among the innocent should be second nature. unique creations. Children of all ages can be taught this principle, and it is never too early to start. Experts For more information on talking to children about racism from a secular or non-secular in the field of psychology from across the nation have been writing article after article over perspective along with a reading list for each age group, please consider going to the fol- the last several weeks about discussing racism with young people, and after reading many lowing link from PJ Library, which will provide you with a comprehensive list of resources: of those articles, here are a few tips that stood out. https://pjlibrary.org/beyond-books/pjblog/june-2020/resources-for-talking-to-kids-about- 1. Honesty’s the best policy. Children can sense when something is wrong and their racism. parents are upset. They may overhear conversation both on TV or in person, which
GOJO Takes Significant Steps to Expand Its Capacity to Meet Exponential Demand GOJO is continuing to take significant steps to expand its capacity to meet exponential these two additional facilities. increases in demand for PURELL® sanitizer, soap, wipes, and surface spray, as more and “GOJO is an Ohio-grown company whose products, including its PURELL® products more businesses and institutions reopen with a sharp focus on cleanliness and hygiene. are helping us combat the pandemic,” said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. “These new By running its facilities 24/7, working with its existing suppliers to dramatically increase investments demonstrate the confidence GOJO has in Ohio’s talent, which is hard at work raw materials and component supplies, and by implementing creative partnerships with producing and distributing critical PURELL® products used worldwide.” other companies that have directed bottles and caps its way, GOJO is producing more “We are excited to support the expansion of GOJO Industries into Cuyahoga County that than two times what GOJO did before the pandemic started across all of its operations. will bring this essential business here to our County,” said Chief Economic Development “We believe the world will forever be changed by this pandemic and we see this translat- and Business Officer Ted Carter. “This investment will bring 100 additional high-quality ing to a sustained increase in awareness of the importance of safe and effective hygiene manufacturing jobs to Maple Heights, providing much-needed jobs and income to that practices,” said GOJO President and CEO, Carey Jaros. “This will result in ongoing, height- municipality. We are very pleased that GOJO has committed to hiring a diverse and local ened demand for our essential PURELL® skincare and surface solutions. In service of our workforce.” GOJO Purpose, Saving Lives and Making Life Better, our responsibility to keep the world “Cuyahoga County has a long history of manufacturing,” said County Councilman and healthy and well has never been greater. Expanding our manufacturing infrastructure is Economic Development Chair Jack Schron. “Part of our strategy in strengthening our local one of the many ways we are responding as the market leader in these challenging times.” economy is to focus on our strengths and GOJO fits right into our sweet spot. I am thrilled GOJO recently signed a lease agreement for a facility in Navarre, Ohio, which will be used that GOJO is locating their plant, which will be producing their newest surface spray prod- for storage and distribution. Today, GOJO announced the purchase of a 325,000-square- uct, right here in Cuyahoga County. We look forward to a long and productive relationship foot facility in Maple Heights, Ohio. GOJO Maple Heights will manufacture PURELL® with this global leader in skincare and surface solutions.” Surface Spray. PURELL® Surface Spray was launched in 2016 and has won numerous “We are thrilled that one of the most essential companies in our region is expanding awards for its unparalleled combination of being no-rinse on food contact surfaces with their manufacturing capabilities in Maple Heights,” said Maple Heights Mayor Annette lowest possible toxicity (Category IV), while effectively killing bacteria, mold, mildew, Blackwell. “GOJO is a growing business that makes products that matter, with deep roots fungi, and dozens of viruses, including Influenza and Norovirus. It is listed on the EPA’s in Northeast Ohio. Its selection of Maple Heights to expand operations is a testament to List N: Products with Emerging Viral Pathogens AND Human Coronavirus claims for use the resources and local advantages provided by our city and the region.” against SARS-CoV-2. Demand for the product has been infinite since the pandemic began. JobsOhio plans to provide assistance for the project, which will be made public after a These two new facilities bring the company’s Ohio manufacturing facilities to four, final agreement is executed. including those in Cuyahoga Falls and Wooster. GOJO headquarters is in Akron, Ohio, and “GOJO is a purpose-driven Ohio company doing everything it can to help communities the company also has several manufacturing facilities in France. GOJO employs more than 2,500 team members around the globe and is expecting to add at least 200 jobs with Cont’d / See GOJO Page 12 STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org | 11 BBYO Update This past February 12-17th I was fortunate to attend the BBYO International Convention Jamie Goldman in Dallas, Texas. I would first like to start off by thanking the Canton Federation for send- ing me to this once in a lifetime convention. During my time in Dallas, I met Jewish teens from all over the world while attending programs such as Shabbat services, Havdalah, electing the 76th International Board, sightseeing around Dallas, as well as many other incredible learning experiences. I went a day early to participate in an additional program called “The Brand Marketing Summit”. In this summit, we went to Custom Ink and learned how they make all of their products. We also had the opportunity to make a shirt of our own. Finally, we made a company of our own with a pre-decided group. My group members were from Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Germany, and Poland. While creating our company, we heard from Jessica Baldwin with the Dallas Morning News, and Jordi Epstein, a reporter with USA Today Sports. We presented our companies to the entire convention, our team came in third. This international experience was eye opening. Sitting in a large convention center with over 5,000 Jewish teens from across the world, chanting the Havdalah prayers brought me to tears, it was a feeling of strength and joy to have had so many other teens, just like me, come together as one for a weekend. For Shabbat services there were over 40 different options to choose from. Some of the service options were mental health, cookie decorating and chatting about the Torah portion, the bachelor, and a kabbalat shab- bat service. Aside from participating in fun activities, I had the opportunity to listen to motivational speakers and influencers such as actors Zach Brack from Spider-Man, Jesse Eisenberg, Cornell Brooks, Mike Bloomberg, David Dobrik, and a group of five Holocaust survivors that told us their stories. There were many other speakers who also shared their stories about what they do and how they have made an impact on the world in some way. My favorite speaker was 13 year old Naomi Wadler, who was the youngest speaker at the Women’s March, and is a gun violence activist. Starting at age 11, she became an activist to prevent gun violence, and has been all over the country to share what she believes in. The passion she spoke with was truly inspiring. When the convention was over I was sad to come home, what I had experienced and seeing one of The Ohio Northern Regions very own, and one of my good friends, being elected onto the 76th International girls board was something that I will not ever forget. Approximately a month after I came home from Dallas, the Regional Convention was held virtually. During this conven- tion, I gave my final state of the order speech, and was destalled from my position of Sh’licha (in charge of allJewish and community service aspects of BBYO). I will truly miss my time in BBYO. I would like to thank the Jewish Federation and community for supporting me throughout my BBYO journey. I have made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. If anyone, grades 8-12, is interested in BBYO and would like to learn more, feel free to contact me or my parents.
Canton Man Who Carried Anti-Semitic Sign During Ohio Statehouse Coronavirus Protest Slapped With Federal Weapons Charge CLEVELAND, Ohio – A Canton man was accused Monday enforcement for removing him from our streets.” John Caniglia, of federal weapons charges, unsealed two months after Slatzer was charged in Stark County Common Pleas Court with possessing a weapon in The Plain Dealer authorities and publications identified him as carrying an a liquor establishment, a felony of the fifth degree. He was released on his own recogni- anti-Semitic sign at an Ohio Statehouse rally over corona- zance in March and later arrested in May. virus restrictions. Attempts to reach his attorney in the Stark County case, Kenneth Frame, and Canton A federal indictment charges Matthew Paul Slatzer, 36, of Canton with possessing a police were unsuccessful. Attorney Anthony Vegh said he was appointed to the federal .38-caliber Taurus revolver on Feb. 2, when he brought it into Fast Times Pub in Canton. case Monday, and he has only reviewed the indictment in the case. When officers arrived, he threatened to kill them, according to a police report. The federal charge stems from Slatzer’s conviction of domestic violence in 2010. A per- In April, numerous groups identified him as attending a rally in Columbus that protested son convicted of the crime cannot possess a weapon. Authorities are seeking to seize all the state’s extended closing because of the coronavirus, according to a story about of his guns through forfeiture, the indictment said. Slatzer in the Cleveland Jewish News and several interviews. He is set to appear in U.S. District Court on Thursday for an arraignment. He carried a sign with an illustration of a rodent with the Star of David on its side and the The case against Slatzer highlights a push by U.S. Attorney Justin Herdman to file fed- words “The Real Plague,” according to the publication and interviews. eral weapons charges against those with convictions for domestic violence. “This illustrates the dangers that far-right agitators present and the need for strong gun In 2018, Herdman said the majority of the firearms charges his office has historically laws that protect us from them,” said Casey Weinstein, Democrat state representative brought involve people with prior felony convictions. However, he said his office would from Hudson. screen more cases to try and bring more federal charges against people who committed James Pasch, the regional director of the Anti-Defamation League, agreed: “[Slatzer] domestic violence, including those with misdemeanor convictions. is someone who has promulgated hatred for years. We’re thankful to the FBI and law 12 | STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org Update on our Jewish Residents in Assisted Living Many if not all of us have read the headline that 70% of Food Bank the Ohio COVID-19 deaths have been in nursing homes. Because of this startling and unsettling information maybe some of you have wondered how our Jewish seniors in long term facilities are doing. Our seniors are in seven different long term care facilities; two are in memory care, four in nursing homes and eight in assisted living. In the seven facilities, only one has had residents diagnosed with COVID-19 (Rose Lane). Fortunately, our Jewish resident there has not been exposed. I have asked the Jewish residents in assisted living how PEGGY STABHOLZ they are spending their time during the quarantine. And, it appears it is not too different from what we in the commu- nity are doing. Our residents’ biggest regret during this time is not being able to visit with There will be a shopping cart outside the Chadash school family and friends (sound familiar!). Some facilities will let residents do face time with door for drop-off donations on family, but as we all know it is not the same. Mostly, residents are making and receiving phone calls. One resident has been mandated by her family to talk daily to four people MONDAYS ONLY from by phone. During the first three months of quarantine, our residents stated that the staff 10:00 am to 11:00 am. at their facilities were wonderful; they checked on them often and stayed to chat which helped them feel less isolated. Another way it appears we are similar is watching TV. A few of the residents will consis- tently watch the news because they like to keep up with current events; most residents however prefer to watch TV shows such as Turner Classic Movies, sports, the Animal Planet, and classic TV shows like Golden Girls. Reading is also an activity most of the residents enjoy. Many read books from the facility’s library, while others have books brought to them by family and friends. One resident stated he reads the Canton Repository from cover to cover (and yes it takes more than five minutes). As Governor DeWine gradually allows restaurants and social venues to open, so are assisted living facilities opening up their dining rooms and starting activities. Some facilities are letting their residents dine together but they have to sit six feet apart. Other facilities have put a table and chair outside residents’ doors so they can sit and eat facing their neighbors. For activities, residents can all be in a room together, though they have to maintain social distance. Or, residents can sit outside their rooms playing BINGO and other games. Soon, visitation will be allowed. However, because the facilities want to keep their residents safe, all visitors will have to adhere to their COVID-19 protocols. These protocols include calling in advance to set up a visit, wearing a mask, answering ques- tions and standing outside during the visit. We at Jewish Family Services will continue At Dishes By Design, we feature professional on-site to contact and soon visit our clients in long term care facilities and in the community. We and off-site catering services and we have a menu for every wish everyone good health and please stay safe. occasion and a price for every budget. We offer specialized services for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Weddings, Kosher Meals, Showers, Private In-Home Parties, GOJO continued from Page 10 Shivas, Corporate Events, Holidays and more. and businesses during this pandemic,” said JobsOhio President and CEO, J.P. Nauseef. “We and our partners at Team NEO welcome the continued success and growth of GOJO in Ohio, which serves as an example how our resilient businesses and workers will get the Let us make your next event a success! state’s economy growing once again.” Located in the kitchen at The Temple Israel. “It’s our stated Enterprise Strategic Intent to co-create a company where we can all find personal meaning, professional fulfillment and opportunities to contribute to a vibrant future,” said Jaros. “We are so excited to be realizing that intent during this unprecedented moment, opening new facilities, creating jobs, and ultimately producing more of the essential solutions that people need to stay healthy and well.” STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org LOCAL SERVICES | 13
Community Calendar SHAARAY TORAH July Activities Conservative Shaaray Torah has arranged to stream their daily and weekly religious services. Saturday, July 4 Independence Day For Shaaray Torah information, please email [email protected] Thursday, July 16 7:00 PM Federation Board Meeting Wednesday, July 1 Saturday, July 18 Service 5:30 p.m. Service 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 20 Tuesday, July 21 7:00 PM TI Board Meeting Thursday, July 2 Service 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 3 Tuesday, July 21 Thursday, July 30 Tisha B’Av Service 5:30 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Candles 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 22 Saturday, July 4 Service 5:30 p.m. Services 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 23 AGUDAS ACHIM Happy 4th of July Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Orthodox Monday, July 6 Friday, July 24 Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 2 Saturday, July 18 Tuesday, July 7 Candles 8:34 p.m. Torah class via zoom 4:30 p.m. Shabbos Parshas Matos - Masei Service 5:30 p.m. Saturday, July 25 Friday, July 3 Shabbos Chazak Wednesday, July 8 Service 10:00 a.m. Mincha & Kabolas Shabbos 7:30 p.m. Shabbos Mevorchim Chodesh Service 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 27 Candle lighting 8:42 p.m. Shacharis & Mussaf 9:30 a.m. Thursday, July 9 Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Sunset 9:00 p.m. Molad: (new moon) for the month of Av: Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 28 Saturday, July 4 Monday July 20, 1:10 p.m. + 15 chalokim Friday, July 10 Service 5:30 p.m. Shabbos Parshas Chukas - Balak Class 1:00 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 29 Shacharis & Mussaf 9:30 a.m. Mincha 2:09 p.m. Candles 8:43 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Class 1:00 p.m. Shalosh Seudos 8:40 p.m. Saturday, July 11 Thursday, July 30 Mincha 2:08 p.m. Shabbos ends 9:42 p.m. Service 10:00 a.m. Service 8:00 a.m. Shalosh Seudos 8:45 p.m. Maariv 9:55 p.m. Monday, July 13 No 5:30 p.m. Service Shabbos ends 9:51 p.m. Havdalah 10:06 p.m. Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Mincha/Maaiv followed by the reading of the Maariv 10:00 p.m. Sunday, July 19 Tuesday, July 14 book of Lamentations 8:15 p.m. Havdalah 10:13 p.m. Rabbi Scheinbaum’s class via zoom 11:00 a.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 31 Sunday, July 5 Tuesday, July 21 Wednesday, July 15 9th of Av Rabbi Scheinbaum’s class via zoom 11:00 a.m. Mishnah class via conference call 4:45 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Wednesday, July 22 Thursday, July 16 Candles 8:27 p.m. Mishnah class via conference call 4:45 p.m. ROSH CHODESH AV Services 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9 Thursday, July 23 Friday, July 17 Torah class Canceled Torah class (Samuel I) via zoom 4:30 p.m. Service 5:30 p.m. THE SEVENTEENTH OF TAMMUZ Friday, July 24 Candles 8:39 p.m. (day of fasting) 4:50 am - 9:49 pm Mincha & Kabolas Shabbos 7:30p.m. Friday, July 10 Candle lighting 8:30 p.m. Mincha & Kabolas Shabbos 7:30 p.m. Sunset 8:48 p.m. Candle lighting 8:40 p.m. Saturday, July 25 Sunset 8:58 p.m. Shabbos Parshas Devorim Saturday, July 11 Shabbos Chazon TEMPLE ISRAEL Shabbos Parshas Pinchos Shacharis & Mussaf 9:30 a.m. Reform Shacharis & Mussaf 9:30 a.m. Class 1:00 p.m. Class 1:00 p.m. Mincha 2:08 p.m. Mincha 2:09 p.m. Shalosh Seudos 8:45 p.m. Temple Israel has arranged to stream their daily and weekly religious services. Shalosh Seudos 8:45 p.m. Shabbos ends 9:51 p.m. For Temple Israel, please check their website templeisraelcanton.org Shabbos ends 9:47 p.m. Maariv 10:00 p.m. Maariv 10:00 p.m. Havdalah 10:13 p.m. Friday, July 3rd Wednesday, July 17th Havdalah 10:10 p.m. Sunday, July 26 6:15 p.m. Family Shabbat w/Rabbi Komerof- 7:00 p.m. T.I. Board Meeting Sunday, July 12 Rabbi Scheinbaum’s class via zoom 11:00 a.m. sky Friday, July 24th Rabbi Scheinbaum’s class via Zoom 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 28 Shelley Schweitzer is singing 6:15 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat w/Rabbi Tuesday, July 14 Mishnah class via conference call 4:45 p.m. Friday, July 10th Komerofsky Mishnah class via conference call4:45 p.m. Thursday, July 30 6:15 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat w/Rabbi Sandy Adland is singing Thursday, July 16 TISHA B’AV - FAST OF AV Komerofsky Friday, July 31st Torah class (Samuel I) via Zoom 4:30 p.m. Fast ends 9:30 p.m. Zachary Charlick is singing 6:15 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat w/Rabbi Friday, July 17 Friday, July 31 Friday, July 17th Komerofsky Mincha & Kabolas Shabbos 7:30 p.m. Mincha & Kabolas Shabbos 7:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat w/Rabbi Zachary Charlick is singing Candle lighting 8:36 p.m. Candle lighting 8:23 p.m. Komerofsky Sunset 8:54 p.m. Sunset 8:41 p.m. Shelley Schweitzer is singing 14 | STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org
Life Cycle Events DEFUND continued from Page 3 DEATHS that provide some of those services, then we have a responsibility to work with those PLEASE NOTE: Because of space limitations, the Stark Jewish News will print only the organizations and institutions … to address and correct them.” immediate family members of our deceased community members. We receive obituary The ADL also plays a role in educating police against extremism and prejudice. The group notices from Shaaray Torah Synagogue and Temple Israel of members who have passed says it’s the largest nongovernmental trainer of law enforcement in the country and has away. When we are at “deadline” and there is a death, we will hold the information for the trained 150,000 personnel. Some of the training is on counterterrorism, but many of the next issue. programs focus on how to recognize hate crimes and fight implicit bias. Philip M. Twersky, husband of Miriam, father of Dayna (Daniel) Charlick, Erica (Jill) One program takes officers to the U.S. Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C., to show Twersky, Bruce ( Michelle) Twersky, grandfather of Noah, Zachary, Brenna, Elias, Chase, them how local police during the genocide carried out racist and genocidal policies. The Beatrice and Ari, passed away June 1 in West Palm Beach, Fl. ADL’s Center on Extremism has provided intelligence on extremists to the FBI that has Arnold “Hank” Adler, husband of Helene, father of David (Jennifer) Adler and Susan Adler, helped lead to arrests. grandfather of Ashtyn, Isabella, Eliana, Abigail and Samuel, great-grandfather of Jaden, Current ADL officials declined to be interviewed for this article, but the organization did passed away June 18. provide a statement from its CEO, Jonathan Greenblatt. “There’s important, deep, systemic work that needs to happen within law enforcement to Michael Gold, husband of Sarah, father of Rebecca Anderson, Marjorie Gold and Daniel rebuild trust and prevent tragedies like the murder of George Floyd or Breonna Taylor,” he (Debbie) Gold passed away June 21. said. Greenblatt added that the ADL is advocating “for investments in meaningful police reform and broader efforts to address institutional racism in the criminal justice system.” BIRTHS While many recognize the need that Jews feel for security in the wake of anti-Semitic Adrian M. Luntz, son of Jodi and Adam Luntz, grandson of JuDeane and Drew Luntz and attacks, advocates for structural police reform say that physical protection must come Patricia and Ronald Knapik, great-grandparents Sharon and William Luntz, born May 22. with extensive conversations and training to ensure that security measures don’t exclude Jews of color. Levi Maxwell Silverland, son of Rachel and Evan Silverland, grandson of Sandy and Rabbi Funnye said that his synagogue on Chicago’s South Side is in touch with police, but relies John Adland, born June 16, 2020. principally on a network of close relationships across the neighborhood to create a feel- Ella Jacqueline Davis, daughter of Drs. Shaina Hecht and Kyle Davis, granddaughter of ing of security. Marcie and Bryan Hecht, born June 21. Security “can’t come at the expense of black Jews or other black people,” said Matt Nosanchuk, a former Obama administration liaison to the Jewish community who now heads the New York Jewish Agenda, a progressive advocacy group that supports legisla- tion to reform police. CJCF Endowments “We need to take a hard look at these relationships and … if we are partnering with law (Contributions received as of publication deadline.) Endowment donations are a minimum enforcement organizations, we need to make sure that they are observing policies and of $10 for each person or event you wish to recognize. practices and training that does not turn them into an agent of systemic racism in our FOOD BANK country,” he said. Some Jewish activists have joined the call to defund the police. For Jews for Racial and In Honor of the birth of Adrian Luntz from Jeff & Dale Sklar Economic Justice, a New York City group, that means a demand to reduce the $6 billion In Memory of Philip Twersky from Jeff & Dale Sklar, Michael & Janice London NYPD budget by at least $1 billion. Leo Ferguson, a black Jewish organizer with the group, says he personally thinks New JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES York City does need an armed municipal security force, but it should be much smaller In Memory of Adelene Cohen from Diane & Bob Friedman than what currently exists. And he hopes synagogues will start building alliances with other vulnerable groups in their neighborhoods to provide mutual allyship and security In Honor of the birth of Adrian Luntz from Bonnie & Steve Manello rather than be under armed guard. In Memory of Philip Twersky from Bonnie & Steve Manello, Chelle & Larry Cohen “The most powerful thing we can do for the safety of the Jewish community is build soli- darity and much stronger relationships with other communities that face white national- LEONARD & HARRIET NARENS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ism and violence and hate violence,” Ferguson said. “Building allies rather than doubling down on tensions — that’s going to pay long-term dividends in a way that having a cop car FUND parked outside of your synagogue never will.” In Memory of Harriet Narens from Rebecca & Alan Kamen, Linda & Mike Alperin, Guy Ruda, Carin Mrotz, a Jewish activist in Minneapolis who supported that city’s recent vote to William Reader disband the police department, said white Jews may look to police for protection because of a deep-seated — and justified — fear of anti-Semitism. But she hopes that Jewish institutions can think beyond self-defense to “dream what else is possible beyond what we have right now.” “Part of this is about whiteness and comfort with law enforcement, and part of it is his- torical, generational trauma and our response to fear which is real,” said Mrotz, executive director of the social justice group Jewish Community Action. “Our fear is often triggered by these attacks, which makes it hard to really dream or focus on the potential for a dif- ferent world.” STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org | 15 Caring for our Community Our community has continued to support our members through quiet acts that make a big difference. Carolyn Garfinkle had brought food donations to our Food Bank every Monday since the building has closed. Our Food Bank has been a lifeline to community members and we appreciate everyone’s support to keep it well-stocked. Stan Rosenblatt is one of the many community members tending Gan Bracha, our community garden. The garden is lush right now, and we’re thankful to our gardeners for keeping this project alive and sustainable throughout the pan- demic.
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John Strauss Furniture 236 Walnut Ave NE, Canton, OH | 330.456.0300 M-F 10am - 5pm www.straussfurniture.com 16 | STARK JEWISH NEWS • JULY 2020 • www.jewishcanton.org Retirement is a Realignment When people asked me what I was going to do in my my great-great-great grandmother Sarah Heiman Kohn who was born around 1800 in retirement, my quick response was that I would follow Germany and died in the late 1850’s in Philadelphia. That was an amazing moment. Sandy around all day long. Little did I know that 9 months In February, after a visit to Chicago to see our grandson Liam, Sandy and I headed to New later how true these words would ring true. Yet, between Zealand to take a two-week cruise with Sandy’s cousins around New Zealand. Another July 1, 2019, my first day without a “job” and March 15, bucket list item checked off which was a visit to Hobbiton—the Hobbit village movie set. 2020, when this country shut down, my life was not spent New Zealand is gorgeous and our shore excursions phenomenal from sheepshearing to following Sandy around. Sandy and I have taken two trips wine tasting to cooking. We finished in Sydney where we spent three rainy, but hugely out of the country. We’ve visited with our children and fun days and then to Honolulu where a visit to Pearl Harbor was a must. By this time the grandson in Chicago. We’ve spent time with our children in world was changing, and we were lucky to get home by March 10th. Columbus. I have spent time volunteering, working in my As the United States and much of the world shut down to try and halt the spread of RABBI JON ADLAND shop, and learning to play the game where you follow that Covid-19, we hunkered down to stay home and stay away. Along with Rabbi Spitzer and little white ball around wherever it leads you. I have not our wonderful trio of singers: Sandy, Shelley and Zach, we started leading services from been bored. After March 15, the retirement did change a bit. our homes on Friday evenings. I also agreed to offer a weekly Wednesday morning Torah In July, about a week after I retired, Sandy and I headed to Seattle to visit with her cousins Study to add to other virtual programming. Zoom services, zoom meetings, zoom social Amy and Dave and then take a bucket list trip of mine to the Canadian Rockies. Though gatherings, zoom life is life. Sandy and I haven’t really seen anyone as we’ve quarantined the weather wasn’t all that good—too rainy and cool—we did manage to see bears, deer, in order to be able to be in Columbus after grandchild #2 is born in late June and then and a glimpse of my nickname name’s sake: Moose. Along with a spectacular level 3+ in Chicago when grandchild #3 is born in October. So, I spend my time reading, making whitewater rafting trip, we had an amazing time before returning home. things in the workshop, taking a daily walk, and playing golf. This brings me back to the At this point, I began my twice-a-week volunteering at Habitat for Humanity. On Tuesdays beginning. I would go to the warehouse to build stuff, take apart stuff, or prepare stuff for the Restore Sandy didn’t want me to be bored or follow her around all day long, so she gave golf Store or the Habitat builds. On the other day of the week I would go to builds and do lessons, golf shoes, and golf clubs and said go learn. I played outside either with friends whatever was needed at the build that day. Also, the Temple Habitat Crew continued to or going to a driving range. I took lessons and then more lessons. I played at 1899 golf work at homes installing doors, door frames and more. Along with Habitat I still had other indoors. I swung a club on the cruise ship. Since March/April I’ve played about twice-a- community volunteer responsibilities: Coming Together Stark County board, Jobs and week by myself trying to get better. I’ve gotten a bit better. Family Service board, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio, and Temple social justice Retirement has been great, but with the world in chaos from a pandemic and finally the activities including working toward ending gun violence in Ohio. awakening to the systemic racism in this country, it isn’t a settled retirement right now. In September, I took a quick trip to Philadelphia for my Kamp Kewanee reunion. On I keep busy, but I am also finding my voice where I can try and make this world a better the way I went to Gettysburg to get a tour of the battlefield check off another bucket list place for everyone who lives in it. I will not be silent when silence is only a victory for item. My private tour was amazing. After the reunion I met the archivist from Knesset those who hate and repress. Retirement for me is just a realignment of my opportunities Israel Reform congregation in Philadelphia at their cemetery who led me to the grave of to work for justice.