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Orthodox Jew Murdered in was gay and Moscowitz an Orthodox Jew, Additionally, the United States ex- for failing to respond to reports of anti-Is- Suspected Serial Killing in Chicago the murders may constitute hate crimes. pressed optimism last month about the rael and anti-Zionist incidents by pro-Pales- (JNS) A 24-year-old observant Jew was IAEA’s inspections regime toward Iran’s nu- tinian students and groups on campus. murdered on Simchat Torah in Chicago’s Loy- IAEA Rejects Israel’s Claim clear facilities. The Columbia chapter of the Students ola Park, the target of a possible serial killer. That Iran Has Hidden Atomic “We have every confi dence that the Supporting Israel group issued a statement Eliyahu Moscowitz, a member of the Facility, Defers to US IAEA will continue to carry out its respon- earlier this week alleging that for six months Chabad-Lubavitch community and a (JNS) The International Atomic Energy sibilities in Iran with the highest level of university institutions have been ignoring kashrut supervisor at Jewel-Osco, the pri- Agency rebuffed Israel’s claim that Iran is em- professionalism and diligence,” said Nicole complaints about attacks perpetrated by Pal- mary kosher food grocery store in Chicago, ploying a hidden atomic warehouse, resist- Shampaine, acting U.S. representative for estinian students and their supporters. was shot in the head at around 10:20 p.m. ing pressure to inspect the alleged facility. International Organizations. “The secretar- The group said in the statement that on Tuesday night, and found face down on The IAEA “uses all safeguards [and] rele- iat can continue to count on the full sup- representatives of Columbia informed the sidewalk by a local Christian pastor. vant information available to, it but it does port of the United States as it implements them that as long as the incidents in ques- Less than 48 hours prior, 73-year-old not take any information at face value,” the agency’s mandate in Iran.” tion did not comprise physical violence, Douglas Watts, also from the area, was IAEA chief Yukiya Amano said in a state- Asked if the United States can trust the they could not take action. found shot in the head, with authorities re- ment this week. “All information obtained, IAEA on Iran, State Department spokesper- In one incident, dozens of pro-Palestin- porting that the casualties were caused by including from third parties, is subject to son Heather Nauert told JNS she had not ian activists surrounded and harassed fi ve the same gun. rigorous review.” heard about Shampaine’s sentiment and Israeli students. Chicago offi cials are encouraging res- This development comes a week after therefore could not comment. Palestinians or supporters of the Pal- idents to remain vigilant, but to return to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanya- estinian cause also defaced the Israeli stu- their daily lives. hu made the accusation about Iran in his Israeli Students at Columbia dents’ promotional material, such as one Authorities released a photo of a man address to the U.N. General Assembly. He Blast Administration for poster of Albert Einstein that reads: “This is believed to be the shooter, dressed entire- said that he asked the IAEA to examine the Ignoring Anti-Semitism what a Zionist looks like.” The word Zion- ly in black, his face covered by a ski mask in site, which he said Iran “took this radioac- (Israel Hayom/JNS) Israeli students at ist was scratched out and replaced with the an effort to disguise his identity. tive material and spread it around Tehran Columbia University in New York City are word “scientist,” a rejection of Einstein’s Police have stated that because Watts like Nutella.” outraged at the university administration commitment to the Zionist cause. The appeal to the university leadership was spearheaded by Dalia Zahger, vice president of SSI at Columbia, and Ofi r Dayan, the daughter of Israeli Consul in New York Dani Dayan. Zahger wrote in an open letter that after campaigning for six months, the Israeli

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World Newsbriefs as a defendant, challenging our move of Yeshiva University proudly presents our embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.” CONTINUED FROM P. 4 Like Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, students realized they were on their own. Bolton also slammed the ICJ’s decision Students and their parents have the ba- against the United States regarding Iran sic expectation that the university will do sanctions. its best to meet the laws and standards it “Our actions today deal with the treaties dictates, but in this case the university has and current litigation involving the United failed to do so, wrote Zahger. States before the International Court of Jus- Dayan told Israel Hayom that “because tice,” he said. “Given this history, and Iran’s of the verbal aggression, which sometimes abuse of the ICJ, we will commence a review at Stern College for Women’s approaches physical violence, we have peo- of all international agreements that may ple who are afraid to be pro-Israel. They still expose the United States to purported Israel Henry Beren Campus just know that the university won’t defend binding jurisdiction and dispute resolution them. It’s bizarre and shows contempt for in the International Court of Justice.” the lives of students.” Exciting Learning Opportunities with Pompeo: Russia Delivery of Pompeo Announces America’s S-300 Missile-Defense System Renowned Yeshiva University Faculty Termination of 1955 Amity a ‘Very Serious Escalation’ Treaty With Iran (JNS) U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pom- (JNS) U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pom- peo warned Russia regarding its delivery of SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY peo has announced that the United States the S-300 missile-defense system to the Syr- IN TODAY’S WORLD will terminate a 1955 treaty of amity that ian regime, calling it a “very serious escala- regulates commerce and consular activities tion” in regional security. between America and Iran. Without specifying how the United Dr. Rona Novick This development comes in response States would respond to the transfer, Pom- Dean of the Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish to the International Court of Justice ruling peo said “having the Russians deliver the Education and Administration that the United States must lift humanitari- S-300 into Syria presents greater risk to an-related sanctions against the regime. those in the affected areas and to stability In our increasingly polarized world, the need to build positive and resilient Pompeo labeled the ruling as “merit- in the Middle East.We consider this a very relationships is more important now than ever before. This series will explore less.” “This is a decision frankly that is 39 serious escalation.” interpersonal interactions and social behaviors along the kindness continuum. years overdue,” he told reporters. Russia confi rmed the transfer late last Discussions will consider lessons learned from our understanding of bullies, “Iran has attempted to interfere with week. victims and bystanders, and attempt to further understand what creates healthy the sovereign rights of the United States to “The deliveries started already,” said relationships and builds strong Jewish communities. take lawful actions as necessary to protect Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. our national security, and Iran is abusing “The measures we will take will be devot- 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. the ICJ for political and propaganda pur- ed to ensure 100 percent safety and securi- poses,” he added. ty of our men in Syria, and we will do this.” Nonetheless, Pompeo remarked that The delivery was in response to an Israe- the United States will continue to provide li airstrike earlier this month that was mis- AVRAHAM: THE FIRST humanitarian aid to the Iranian people, takenly shot down by a Russian military LONELY MAN OF FAITH which he said is being abused by the Islam- plane, killing all 15 of its crew members. ic Republic. “Those are dollars the Iranian leadership In First, Incendiary Balloon Mrs. Shoshana Schechter Launched From West Bank Discov- Director of Mechina Pathways and Assistant is squandering,” he said. “They could be pro- Professor of Bible, Stern College for Women viding humanitarian assistance to their own ered in Central Israel people, but have chosen a different path.” (Israel Hayom/JNS) An incendiary attack balloon was discovered this week in an in- As Judaism’s founding father, Avraham Avinu is one of the more cryptic figures Bolton Clarifies at Briefing: dustrial zone in central Israel, said police. in Jewish history. This series will reveal the emergence of Avraham the Hebrew Palestine ‘Is Not a State’ This was the fi rst time that a Palestinian as the first lonely man of faith and track him through his transformation to (JNS) U.S. National Security Adviser John airborne incendiary device has been detect- becoming the father of God’s chosen people. Learn about Avraham’s outreach Bolton said this week that Palestine “is not ed this deep inside Israeli territory. tactics, the women in Avraham’s life, his relationship with his sons, and how he a state,” but a “so-called state.” Over the past six months, balloons and became the father of a nation. Speaking to reporters in the White House kites carrying fi re bombs or explosives briefi ng room, Bolton said that denying Pal- have been regularly launched from the 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. estine statehood is not counter-intuitive Gaza Strip into Israel, sparking countless leading up to the Trump administration’s fi res and causing extensive damage. soon-to-be unveiled Middle East peace plan. The balloon was found in the Ligad Course Dates: Wednesdays, “It’s not a state now. It does not meet Technology Park in Modi’in by passersby. October 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14 the customary international law test of Police sappers were called to the scene and statehood,” he said. “It doesn’t control de- were able to neutralize the device safely. Location: Midtown Campus fi ned boundaries. It doesn’t fulfi ll nor- Modi’in, located some 35 kilometers 215 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10016 mal functions of government. There are a (22 miles) southeast of Tel Aviv, has several whole host of reasons why it’s not a state.” neighboring Palestinian villages. Open to men and women “It could become a state, as the presi- A police source said that the incident Register Online at yu.edu/sternlearn dent said, but that requires diplomatic ne- was in line with several similar cases, indi- Tuition: $275 gotiations with Israel and others,” he added. cating Palestinians in the West Bank may Moreover, the national security advis- be trying to mimic the attacks from Gaza er announced that the United States will and launch incendiary balloons into cen- withdraw from an amendment of the Vi- tral Israeli cities. enna Convention to prevent the Palestini- Meanwhile, incendiary kites and bal- For weekly sponsorship opportunities or ans from suing the U.S. government at the loons sent over the Israel-Gaza border for more information, please contact: International Court of Justice, which this sparked eight fi res in border-adjacent Rabbi Dov Winston or Julie Schreier week ruled that America must lift human- communities over the holiday weekend, [email protected] • 212.960.0143 itarian-related sanctions that were reim- causing moderate damage. posed after the U.S. withdrew in May from The Palestinian arson terrorism cam- the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. paign has so far decimated nearly 10,000 “The president has decided that the acres of forest and farmlands on the Israeli United States will withdraw from the op- side of the border, causing millions of dol- tional protocol and dispute resolution to lars in damage to the area. the Vienna Convention on diplomatic re- Environmental experts say it will take lations,” said Bolton. “This is in connec- at least 15 years to rehabilitate the veg- tion with a case brought from the so-called etation and wildlife that have been de- State of Palestine naming the United States stroyed. 6 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM WORLD/ISRAEL NEWS

Campus Anti-Semitism lis Love to Kill Innocent Children.” Speak- garding how anti-Semitism is expressed to- ers at podiums deliberately situated in the day, including on college campuses. CONTINUED FROM P. 1 center of the campus regularly vilifi ed Jews Critics claim that using this defi nition which anti-Semitism is expressed today, in- and Israel, comparing Jews to Satan and re- will stifl e free speech and make criticism cluding when Jew-hatred is camoufl aged as ferring to them as “the new Nazis.” of Israel illegal. Nonsense. OCR will and vicious criticism of Israel and the denial of Students courageously came forward in must continue to enforce Title VI consist- the Jewish people’s right to self-determina- OCR’s investigation and described feeling ent with the First Amendment. Also, the le- tion. afraid to openly identify as Jews and Israel gal standards that OCR applies in deciding OCR’s decision was sorely needed. In supporters. Some feared for their physical Title VI cases will not change. Hate groups 2004, when Kenneth Marcus headed OCR, safety. Two told OCR that they left Irvine like Students for Justice in Palestine will the agency fi nally afforded legal protection and transferred to other schools because still be free to criticize Israel. to religious groups that face discrimination they could no longer endure the hostility. Critics also minimize the problem of based on their actual or perceived ancestry Students also described how they campus anti-Semitism. But numerous stud- or ethnicity. The new policy not only bene- tried to get university offi cials to address Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil ies document how prevalent the problem fi ted Jewish students; it also afforded Title the problems to no avail. When a student Rights Kenneth L. Marcus (right) speaks with is, including a 2015 study by Brandeis Uni- VI protections for Sikhs and Muslims. wrote to numerous offi cials imploring Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) in Washington at the versity. In a 2016 follow-up report, Brande- When Marcus left OCR, the agency re- them to protect her, only one administra- annual gala for the Endowment for Middle is identifi ed several “hot spots”—campuses treated from its Title VI policy protecting tor responded. He actually suggested that East Truth on June 12, 2018. CREDIT: JACKSON RICHMAN/JNS where anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sen- Jewish students. After a six-year battle led the student visit the counseling center, as timent are particularly acute. Rutgers and by the ZOA—backed by bipartisan con- if she were the problem. corroborated it, stating, “We need to start many University of California campuses gressional support garnered by ZOA—in Given the evidence, it’s almost impos- charging because 150 Zionists just showed were among them. 2010, OCR re-affi rmed that Jewish students sible to understand how OCR could fail up!” OCR’s decision in the ZOA’s case against would be protected under the law. But the to fi nd a Title VI violation. But that’s what Yet the case languished at OCR for sev- Rutgers is thus an important and promis- policy was never adequately enforced, par- happened. Almost nine years after the ZOA en years until Kenneth Marcus assumed ing development. With an accurate and ticularly when a Title VI complaint alleged fi led its complaint, OCR dismissed the case. the helm at OCR. Marcus reopened the case widely used defi nition of anti-Semitism as anti-Semitism expressed as anti-Israelism The ZOA’s case against Rutgers, recent- with a commitment to assess the evidence a helpful guide, OCR should fi nally live up or anti-Zionism. ly highlighted in the media, is another ex- by using an appropriate and widely used to its mandate to protect Jewish students The ZOA’s Title VI action against the ample of how inadequately OCR respond- defi nition of anti-Semitism. from harassment and discrimination. Uni- University of California, Irvine—the fi rst ed to a Title VI complaint involving Israel. The defi nition has been adopted by 31 versities will get the message that they can case of campus anti-Semitism that OCR Among the claims was that Jewish students countries around the world. The State De- no longer tolerate and must respond to an- ever agreed to investigate under Title VI— were discriminated against at an anti-Israel partment is currently using it to assess how ti-Semitism with the vigor they show when is a case in point. The evidence was horri- and anti-Semitic campus event, which was anti-Semitism is expressed globally. Even other groups are targeted. And Jewish stu- fying: Jewish students, who came to learn advertised as “free and open to the public.” before the current defi nition, the State De- dents should fi nally be afforded the learn- and experience a fulfi lling college life, When the event organizers saw how many partment used largely the same one for ing environment they are legally entitled to were physically threatened and physical- “Zionists” (meaning Jews) showed up, they many years, understanding that Israel-bash- and that every student deserves. ly assaulted. A campus Holocaust memori- imposed and selectively enforced an ad- ing and anti-Zionism can sometimes be a al was vandalized. Posters proclaimed that mission fee against students perceived mask for anti-Semitism. Susan B. Tuchman is the director of the Zionist Organization of “Zionism is Nazism” and equated the Star to be Jewish. Numerous witnesses attest- It makes sense for OCR to use the defi - America’s Center for Law and Justice. Morton Klein is the na- of David with the swastika. A huge sign on ed to the discrimination. An email from a nition, too. It will provide critical guidance tional president of the Zionist Organization of America. the university’s main walkway said “Israe- student volunteer at the anti-Israel event that the agency has lacked to this point, re-

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A ‘Textbook’ Case of Hatred Co-Founders/Co-Publishers David Winter It’s about time. ance and martyrdom. But again we’re talking about civili- Moshe Kinderlehrer How many Palestinian school children The committee reported that the text- ty and the PA in the same sentence. As we Mark (Mendy) Schwartz have been poisoned into hatred of Jews books, published by the PA in 2017, “con- know, these words sadly have diffi culty and Israel because of the toxic mixture of tain, across all subjects, numerous exam- fi nding one another. Associate Publisher/Editor misinformation they have read and have ples of violent depictions, hate speech – in The EU will actually vote on this meas- Elizabeth Kratz been spoon fed through textbooks? particular against Israel – and glorifi cations ure sometime late in October. If it pass- Last week a European Parliament com- of jihad and martyrdom.” es, the EU will go ahead and withhold the Founding Partner, mittee voted to put a freeze on over $17 mil- This action represents only fi ve percent funds from the PA until it makes a commit- Jewish Link Design Group lion in aid to the Palestinian Authority be- of the funding the EU gives to underwrit- ment to take hate out of its textbooks. Adam Negnewitzky cause of textbook incitement against Israel. ing Palestinian schools. As the late Prime Minister Golda Meir For decades, Israel has brought this text- It is a good start, however. It follows the once said, “We will only have peace with Senior Editor book issue to the attention of the world, to path the US started by cutting funds to the the Arabs when they love their children Jill Kirsch no avail. PA being used to compensate families of more than they hate us.” The textbooks, published and dissemi- terrorists. We would hope within the realm This is a textbook case of hatred against Associate Editors nated for grades 1-12, encourage Palestinian of civility that cutting back funds to the PA Jews and Israel. Let’s hope the EU’s actions Phil Jacobs students to “sacrifi ce their lives in the name would help discourage terrorism and en- will result in a different Middle East lesson Tamar Weinberg of religion” while glorifying violent resist- courage peace. plan. Community Editor APPRECIATIONS Yvette Finkelstein Advertising Director Yaakov Serle Remembering Ari Fuld, H”YD Production Editor By Moshe Kinderlehrer, co- Jennifer Hoff er publisher of The Jewish Link Offi ce Manager Dena Kinderlehrer I woke up two Sun- day mornings ago to a Bookkeeper text from my daughter Gila Negnewitzky in Israel asking me if I knew the person who Sales Development was killed in the stab- Ken Goff stein bing attack that day. “What stabbing attack?” I asked her. Sales Representatives Her next text was: “His name is Ari Josh Bernstein Fuld.” Risa Lefkowitz I couldn’t believe it. Ari Fuld? My MTA classmate who grew up near Rachel Ashendorf me in Queens? It must be another Ari Fuld. Avi Koenig Israel is small but what are the odds? Simon Worman There are probably other Ari Fulds. So I went online and confi rmed what Database Coordinator my daughter told me. It was the Ari I knew. Moishie Rosenberg I spent much of Sunday reading the Sports Editor news reports and later on in the day, watched the livestream of the late-night le- Steve Gutlove vaya in Efrat. In the 48 hours since, I have Proofreader/Copy Editors read and viewed more about Ari Fuld than CREDIT: DAVID TUTTLE COHEN Rivky Bergstein I thought even possible. As part of that review process, my editors and I learned even practically the epitome of the tough, bat- Ruth Brody more about what has been said on the web tle-tested, IDF-trained, American oleh who Contributors about Ari. fully acclimated to Israel and embraced his I also watched many of the videos that adopted country with a full heart. Rachel Berger • Judy Berger • Shneur Garb are accessible online by him on his Face- He visited me in The Jewish Link’s of- Jenny Gans book page and elsewhere. Although I am in fi ces in the last few years when he was vis- Adam Samuel the Jewish media world today, I wasn’t real- iting his many friends and family mem- Rabbi Gidon Rothstein • Rabbi David Walk ly aware of just how engaged Ari was..and bers who live here and the main thing I The Jewish Link of Bronx, Westchester how many videos he posted. Wow. can remember of our conversation is that & Connecticut Every video I saw had some sort of tach- he was happy for me that I had started The lis, a purpose. For myself, my favorite videos Link and that it was doing well. I recall we PO Box 1027 were the ones of him grilling before Shab- also spoke about what he was doing in Is- Bronx, NY 10471 bat on his porch/mirpeset, and sharing a rael and all of his Israel advocacy and IDF Phone: 718-564-6710 short and easy d’var Torah. I can’t fully ex- support work. He was involved in so many Email: [email protected] plain why I liked those the best; I just did. unique projects aimed at supporting Israeli Advertising: [email protected] Ari and I were never close friends but we soldiers on the grassroots level, it was hard had known each other fairly well since our to keep them all straight. Subscriptions/Home Delivery: elementary school and day camp days and Ari has been referred to as a hero, a [email protected] he was always strong-willed, strong-mind- true gibor, in these past few days and he ed, self-confi dent, and Israel-oriented from truly was. The way he died only after run- The Jewish Link of Bronx, Westchester & Connecticut, an independent a very young age. He also was never afraid ning after and shooting his attacker solid- publication, promotes honest and rigorous conversations about Juda- of anyone or anything and became a karate ifi ed the image of Ari that we all had of ism, Israel and issues aff ecting our community. The opinions refl ect- black belt at a very early age. He graduated him as a true Jewish hero and is probably ed in articles from our contributors do not necessarily refl ect JLBWC’s MTA with me in 1991 and never really came the way that Ari himself would want to positions, and publishing them does not constitute an endorsement back to the U.S. after graduation, making al- be remembered. from JLBWC. We simply off er food for thought. We reserve the right iyah shortly after. He was among the fi rst Ari, we will miss you and we hope and to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We in our graduating class to make aliyah (of pray that you will continue pushing for the also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not nearly 30 classmates today) and unfortu- Jewish people and the land of Israel in the refl ect the standards of the newspaper. We are not responsible for the kashrus of any product advertised in the Jewish Link of Bronx, West- nately, he is also the fi rst from our class to world to come—as strongly as you did here chester & Connecticut. be niftar. To our classmates and I, Ari was in this world. 8 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM COMMENTARY I Believe This Palestinian Teenager

By Stephen M. Flatow of resistance”—obviously in- near her village of Nabi Saleh. They are cluding the other kinds of “re- within pre-1967 Israel. Tamimi could not Ahed Tamimi, the sistance” in which Palestinians have been clearer. She was saying that she Palestinian teenag- engage: knives, guns, bombs. considers all of Israel to be “occupied ter- er jailed for assaulting Tamimi has never explicit- ritory.” an Israeli soldier, says ly condemned stabbing, shoot- It takes a certain kind of hubris (some she supports violence ing or bombing Jews. And she would call it racism) to say that Palestini- against Jews and seeks never will. Because she be- an girls should not be believed—to pretend the destruction of Israel. lieves in stabbing, shooting that they don’t mean what they say when I believe her. and bombing Jews. Her words: they support violence against Jews and the And I believe that groups such as J “Every type of resistance.” I be- destruction of Israel. Street, which have defended Tamimi and lieve she means it. I call on Ahed Tamimi’s Jewish defend- claimed that she is nonviolently resisting And what is “this occupa- ers to believe her words, and to apologize “the Israeli occupation of the West Bank,” tion” to which Tamimi refers? to the Jewish community for trying to de- owe the Jewish community an apology for Again, she made it very clear to ceive us about her beliefs and intentions. refusing to believe her. the France24 interviewer. He When Tamimi was arrested last De- asked her how she can justify Stephen M. Flatow, an attorney based in West Orange, New cember for assaulting an Israeli soldier, the Ahed Tamimi CREDIT: HAIM SCHWARCZENBERG VIA WIKIMEDIA COMMONS slapping an Israeli soldier. She Jersey, is the father of Alisa Flatow, who was murdered in an Jewish left leaped to her defense. J Street replied: “These soldiers are oc- Iranian-sponsored Palestinian terrorist attack in 1995. His president Jeremy-Ben Ami wrote an op-ed diers and “throwing stones”—meaning, cupying my country—Jaffa, Haifa, Akko.” book, “A Father’s Story: My Fight for Justice Against Iranian Ter- arguing that Israel has been “illegally taking trying to stone Jews to death. She also spe- Those parts of “occupied Palestine” are ror,” will be published later this year. over” the land of her village, and her assault cifi cally said that she “respects every type not in the “West Bank.” They are nowhere of the Israeli soldier “results quite natural- ly … from the human impulse to resist in- justice against one’s community and family,” he wrote. The J Street website posted an essay by a Washington, D.C., rabbi named Hannah Goldstein, declaring that that she “can understand why” Tamimi’s father sent her and her siblings to throw rocks at Jews since “under occupation, their opportunities are limited” and “putting children [or allowing them to put themselves] in harm’s way for the sake of greater change seems worth the risk.” But as soon as Tamimi fi nished her jail sentence, she began issuing statements making it clear that for her, the issue is not the village’s land but rather the very existence of Israel. And far from being some kind of Palestinian Gandhi, she supports terrorism and terrorists. In an interview with a Lebanese tele- vision station on Aug. 22, Tamimi praised Hezbollah terrorist leader Hassan Nasral- lah. That’s right, Hezbollah—bombers of the Jewish community center in Buenos Aires, murderers of hundreds of Americans, hijackers of TWA fl ight 847. That’s right, Nasrallah, the Holocaust-denier and viru- lent anti-Semite. Tamimi thanked Nasral- lah profusely for boosting “not just my morale, but the morale of many people,” and wished him a happy holiday (Eid-al-Fitr). In an interview with the French televi- sion station France24 on Sept. 17, Tamimi was asked if she had any regrets about pub- licly praising the Hezbollah. “No, absolute- ly not,” she declared, pointing out that Nas- rallah “stands against the United States and Israel, so I agree with him on this particular point.” The France24 interview was revealing in other ways, too. Look at this exchange: Interviewer: “You are calling for a peaceful resistance.” Tamimi: “I call for a people’s resistance, of any kind. To me, it’s important for the people to be able to choose how they would like to resist against this occupation. To me, there are different manners to fi ght Shana Tova U‘musica’ this occupation. To each his own. Some may choose poetry; others slapping a soldier; others might choose throwing stones or drawing. I respect every type of resist- ORCHESTRA & PRODUCTIONS ance.” 718.256.7200 | AARONTEITELBAUMPRODUCTIONS.COM She specifi cally refused to say that she supports “peaceful” actions. She specifi cally said she supports assaulting Israeli sol- 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 9 WORLD/ISRAEL NEWS At U.N., Trump Backs Two-State Solution for Mideast Confl ict

(JNS) For the fi rst time since taking of- In his earlier comments, Trump said his ry, and you’ve touched our hearts,” Netan- fi ce, U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed much anticipated but still unreleased Mid- yahu said. the two-state solution as the best way to re- dle East peace plan could be presented in The prime minister also expressed his solve the confl ict between Israel and the the next two to four months but was not gratitude for Trump’s “robust defense of Palestinians. specifi c as to timing. Israel’s right of self- defense. I think every- Trump met with Israeli Prime Minis- A senior Israeli diplomat noted that “we body should understand that Israel will ter Benjamin Netanyahu and told Netanya- have no control over the American timeta- continue to do what is necessary and de- hu that “the U.S. stands with Israel 100 per- ble. They say it will be rolled out in three fend ourselves against Iranian aggression cent.” months – it’s always in three months – and in Syria, in Lebanon, anywhere else. And I U.S. Vice President Mike Pence ech- it’s absurd to think that if the U.S. is work- have no doubt that as we do so, we’ll en- oed the sentiment, tweeting, “The United ing on such a proposal, we would do any- joy the support of President Donald Trump States of America is proud to stand with Is- thing to circumvent them.” and the United States of America,” he told rael and her people, as allies and cherished Netanyahu said that he was “not sur- reporters. friends. Under President Trump, we contin- prised” by Trump’s preference for the two- Speaking later with Israeli reporters, Ne- ue to work tirelessly to strengthen the rela- state solution, despite the Palestinian’s re- tanyahu said that during his meeting with tionship between the U.S. and Israel.” fusal to engage in peace talks. Trump, they discussed the downing of a In a joint press conference held after Palestinian rejectionism has grown Russian reconnaissance plane by Syrian their meeting, Trump told reporters that he worse over a series of moves that they say air defenses, an incident that has stoked re- PM Benjamin Netanyahu and President believes that the two-state solution “works show distinct bias toward Israel, chiefl y gional tensions and prompted Russia to an- Donald Trump at the U.N. General Assembly. best.” Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as nounce plans to give Syria advanced S-300 CREDIT: AP He has previously been vague on the Israel’s capital and move the U.S. Embassy missiles, which might hamper the Israeli topic, suggesting that he would support there. Air Force’s ability to target Iranian assets in tinian peace have failed. whatever the parties might agree to, includ- The Trump administration has also Syria. He said that the embassy move would ing possibly a one-state resolution, which slashed aid to the U.N. agency that aids Pal- Netanyahu said that all of his requests actually help peace efforts by recogniz- might see the Palestinian territories be- estinian refugees and shuttered the Pales- from Trump on this issue were “met in ing the reality that Israel identifi es Jerusa- come part of Israel. tine Liberation Organization mission in full,” but offered no details. lem as its capital. But he added that Isra- ”I like [the] two-state solution. That’s Washington, D.C. The Palestinians reacted cautiously to el would have to make concessions to the what I think works best. That’s my feel- Netanyahu, thanked Trump for his Trump’s remarks, noting that a two-state Palestinians in any negotiations. ing. Now, you may have a different feeling. support and his decision to withdraw solution has long been the goal of peace ef- ”Israel got the fi rst chip and it’s a big I don’t think so. But I think the two-state from the Iran nuclear deal and said forts, including a broader Arab-Israeli plan one,” Trump said. “By taking off the table solution works best.” U.S.-Israel relations have never been bet- that would see Arab states all recognize Is- the embassy moving to Jerusalem – that Trump said that reaching a two-state ter. ”Thank you for your strong words in rael if the Palestinians got an independent was always the primary ingredient as to solution is “more diffi cult because it’s a real the General Assembly against the cor- state. why deals couldn’t get done – that’s off the estate deal” but that ultimately it “works rupt terrorist regime in Iran,” Netanyahu Trump and his national security team table. Now, that will also mean that Israel better because you have people governing said. “They back up your strong words have defended their position, saying that will have to do something that is good for themselves.” and strong actions.” decades of attempts to forge Israeli-Pales- the other side.” He added that he would still support Is- He thanked Trump “for the extraordi- rael and the Palestinians should they opt nary support that you have shown for Isra- for a one-state solution, though he believed el in this building. In the U.N., no one has COMMUNITY NEWS that was less likely. backed Israel like you do, and we appreci- ”Bottom line: If the Israelis and Pales- ate it.” tinians want one-state, that’s OK with me. “This is the fi rst time that we are meet- Hoshana Rabbah Is If they want two states, that’s OK with me. ing after the American Embassy has been I’m happy if they’re happy,” he said. moved to Jerusalem. You’ve changed histo- Enjoyed at the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale

US Begins Implementation More than 100 people enjoyed a musical Hoshana Rabbah at the Hebrew In- of 10-year $38 Billion stitute of Riverdale. Defense-Aid Plan for Israel

(JNS) The U.S. State Department has an- vious administration, refl ecting the bipar- nounced that an MOU signed in 2016 be- tisan nature of this commitment,” adding tween the United States and Israel to pro- “The United States unconditionally affi rms vide $38 billion in defense fi nancing to Israel’s right to self-defense, and this MOU Israel has become offi cially operational. is a concrete demonstration of our com- State Department spokesperson Heath- mitment to Israel’s capacity to defend itself er Nauert released a statement announc- with a qualitative military edge over all po- ing the implementation of the MOU, say- tential regional adversaries.” ing that “under the terms of the MOU, the While Israel receives among the larg- The fi nal blasts of the shofar during Hoshana United States will set funding for Israel at est annual aid packages from the United Rabbah. CREDIT: ROBERT KALFUS Rabbi Avi Weiss with friends. CREDIT: ROBERT KALFUS levels of $3.3 billion in Foreign Military Fi- States, Israel provides the United States nancing and $500 million for cooperative with signifi cant value—both in terms of in- programs for missile defense over each of telligence it provides, as well as operation- the next 10 years, a signifi cant increase ena- al feedback on equipment that can be lat- bling Israel to acquire additional advanced er deployed by the United States or sold to military capabilities from the United States other countries. that will, over time, enhance Israel’s secu- “Israel is a valuable and capable ally to rity and strengthen our bilateral relation- the United States that today faces danger- ship.” ously escalating regional threats, fi rst and The statement reiterates the United foremost from the Iranian regime’s spon- States’ longstanding bipartisan commit- sorship of terrorist groups seeking to attack ment to the safety and security of Israel. not only Israel, but also American inter- “Our implementation of this historic ests,” stated Nauert. “Israel is also threat- MOU refl ects the enduring and unshaka- ened by the reckless proliferation of dest- ble commitment of the President, this ad- abilizing weapons systems into the region ministration, and the American people to that increase the possibility of an escalated Israel’s security,” Nauert stated, noting that confl ict in an already dangerous and vola- “the MOU was negotiated under the pre- tile theater.” 10 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM Bi-Cultural Day School and Jewish High School of Connecticut are now one.

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718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 11 COMMUNITY NEWS Annual Westchester Jewish Leadership Reception Held at the JCC Mid-Westchester By Yvette Finkelstein many signature roundta- WJC’s partnering organiza- Westchester county, the bles, some in partnership tions, with special recogni- bill received strong sup- The Westchester Jew- with others like UJA-Fed- tion to UJA-Federation for port from the Jewish clergy ish Council began the new eration and the Jewish Ed- its steadfast support. Bring- of Westchester, along with year by welcoming its leader- ucation Project; the inter- ing together “all of the lead- members of the black and ship to the Annual Westches- faith and intergroup work ership of our Jewish com- Christian communities. “If ter Jewish Leadership Recep- in collaboration with AJC munity, our synagogues, not for the rock-solid sup- tion on September 5 at the Westchester/Fairfi eld; the our agencies, our board port and strength given to JCC of Mid-Westchester. Serv- bi-weekly e-newsletter members and elected offi - us by the Jewish communi- ing as a kick-off to the West- reaching over 7000 peo- cials, in an informal setting, ty, the bill would not have chester Jewish Council’s pro- ple; and the important provides an opportunity to passed,” Latimer said. gram year, the evening’s goal work in the area of secu- create new and strength- A highlight of the was to present an update on rity—committed to rais- en existing relationships as evening belonged to the community matters for the ing the collective level of we begin to explore new “young folks” as the commu- leadership of the Westchester awareness and prepared- ways to work collabora- nity met Nadav Shachmon, Jewish Council’s 157 member ness, and serving as a link tively.” Roberts emphasized the WJC community shali- organizations and local offi - Lisa Roberts, president of the between our elected offi - that “Westchester is a won- Hon. George Latimer, ach, along with four shin- cials. Westchester Jewish Council. cials and the Jewish com- derful place to live. The Jew- Westchester County executive. shinim, Lior Malul, Carmel Lisa Roberts, president of munity. The Westches- ish community model we Mena, Adi Nulman and Yu- the Westchester Jewish Council (WJC), wel- ter Shlichut initiative is another project of have created here is unique end special. We val Shiran. Nadav charmed the audience comed everyone, acknowledging, “Your WJC, as is the Leadership Development In- have learned to work together, to share and with his profi ciency using different ac- presence here especially during this very stitute; the annual, alternating Night of learn from one another, and to do what is cents, representing his life and friends all busy time of year speaks to the commit- Learning in partnership with the West- good for the Jews. I dare say, no other JCRC over the world—in Israel, where he was ment we all share to work together as a chester Board of Rabbis; and Night of Mu- can claim to do it better.” born; America; South Africa; England; and community to enhance and enrich Jewish sic and Joy with Kol Hassanim, the Cantors Dr. Ellen Reinheimer, co-president, JCC other areas. As a shaliach, Shachmon wants life in Westchester.” of Westchester, scheduled for November 17. of Mid-Westchester, shared her reading of to bring Israel to life in the community, but The Jewish community of Westchester Since security is recognized as a top pri- an article, explaining that “neurons in our he also wants to deliver back to Israel what is the eighth-largest Jewish county in the ority, on Tuesday morning, September 5, brain need to have a human connection.” he will learn from the Westchester commu- U.S., with nearly 150,000 Jews. Roberts ex- WJC convened their annual Security Brief- She likened this bit of medical information nity. He hopes to strengthen the connec- plained that WJC serves as the central coming with local government and law en- to the way the Jewish community comes tion between the two countries and help municating, coordinating, convening, advi- forcement offi cials and Jewish leadership, together to make human connections, and build a strong Jewish base, based on his sory and resource organization in Jewish co-hosted by County Executive George said by doing this, at the JCC and through programming and ideas. Westchester. With pride and enthusiasm, Latimer, and the Westchester Intelligence the organizations of WJC, we all grow and Consul general of Israel in New York, Roberts presented a detailed description Center of the offi ce of the district attorney. extend our human journey. the Hon. Dani Dayan, spoke about Israel to- of the varied work of WJC, which includes Roberts expressed her gratitude to Attending the event, the Hon. George day and its remarkable economic strength. Latimer, Westchester County executive, “From the ashes of the the Holocaust…we spoke about the importance of security built a country under diffi cult circumstanc- and referred to the morning’s security brief- es…and we are currently the eighth strong- ing purposefully convened prior to Rosh est country in the world.” He said that dur- Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkot/Sim- ing Netanyahu’s leadership, Israel is no chat Torah to ensure safety for the Jewish longer “the start-up nation,” but “the in- population of Westchester. He went on to novation nation.” Dayan spoke about the say, “the leadership of Westchester coun- prosperity and ingenuity in Israel, espe- ty is the Jewish community… We stand cially in the software and technology are- with you. We stand side by side. Whenever as. Of course, “we have challenges, but in there’s a threat to anyone in the communi- our eighth decade of existence, we are liv- ty, it’s a threat to all.” ing with great optimism, knowing we have Introducing New York State Senator An- a great partner, the Jewish community of drea Stewart Cousins, Latimer explained New York.” As Jews, Dayan emphasized, ’ that she authored and helped pass land- we have extra obligations to (help) Ethio- mark legislation, including Westchester pian and Russian Jewry. “We need to keep County’s fi rst human rights laws. Twenty the state of Israel robust and secure and we plus years ago when Cousins introduced need to make sure the continuity of Jew- the Westchester Human Rights Commis- ish life exists in places (other than Israel) sion, which seeks to promote dignity and where Jews reside. The well-being of Isra- respect by advancing justice, equality and el and Jewish communities elsewhere are education for the diverse community of all connected.”

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12 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM COMMUNITY NEWS Young Israel of New Rochelle Welcomes New Youth Directors

By Yvette Finkelstein interest in ensuring that each child with en [my] horizons and work with This dynamic couple is disabilities receives a free and appropriate all different types of youth.” Ilan working on creating new YINR is happy to welcome Malkie and education. also works at Centers Health initiatives at YINR, includ- Ilan Scher as the shul’s new youth directors. Ilan grew up in West Hempstead, at- Care in the Bronx and is headed ing teen programming for Malkie, 23, grew up in Woodmere, attended tended HANC and studied at Yeshivat Ha- toward a career in politics. the youth leaders as well as SKA High School and studied at Tiferet in kotel in Israel. Ilan graduated from Yeshi- Malkie and Ilan were mar- strengthening the relation- Israel. After graduating from Queens Col- va University with a BA in political science. ried this past May and, while ship between the youth lead- lege with a major in media studies and mi- While in college, Ilan worked for West still engaged, heard and inter- ers and the kids attending nor in business and liberal arts, Malkie en- Coast NCSY and “loved it and cherished viewed for the youth directors’ groups. They want to help rolled in Hofstra Law School, where she is the connection [I] still [have] with many of position available at YINR. They build connections that last currently in her third year. She also holds the high schoolers from Portland and Seat- were thrilled to be offered the Ilan and Malke Scher beyond the Shabbat group a part-time position at the law ﬁ rm of Ta- tle and cities across California.” Like Malk- position and knew it would be structure. mara Roff, PC, a ﬁ rm specializing in edu- ie, Ilan is interested in children with spe- the perfect opportunity to blend their pas- Malkie and Ilan want to continue to cation law. Working with both HASC and cial needs and was involved with SINAI sion for helping the Jewish community build the vibrant and growing youth pro- Yachad, Malkie understands the challeng- schools, a program designed to integrate with their love of working with children. gram by constantly working to improve es of working with children with special children with special needs into the gener- They shared that they are extremely excit- all aspects of the youth department. Mem- needs and interests. As an NCSY leader, she al education environment. Ilan states that ed to begin their work and have enjoyed bers of YINR, especially those with children helped run the Plainview chapter while in “the connection [I] made with students meeting the many friendly and encourag- in these programs, wish them lots of good college. Malkie speaks passionately of her with disabilities made [me] want to broad- ing people at YINR. luck as they begin their tenure. YI of White Plains Hires Jack Ganchrow as Youth Director

(Courtesy of YIWP) It seems Camp Overtime, the new hock- and mentors students. Young Israel of White Plains boasts one of the few positions that vet- ey training camp for middle and Ganchrow is in the semicha program at a diverse membership; it is home to eran youth leader Jack Ganchrow high school boys; as advisor to YU and a graduate of the Sy Syms School of Modern Orthodox, yeshivish, those hasn’t already held is youth di- the NCSY Jolt Israel overseas Business at YU. He studied at Yeshivat Torat learning to be observant and others rector at Young Israel of White leadership training program for Shraga in Israel, was graduated from Torah from throughout the spectrum of Or- Plains. Starting now, he can Jewish high school teens; and as Academy of Bergen County and was part of thodoxy. The warm, family-friendly check that appointment off his a longtime counselor at Camp the inaugural graduating class at Yeshivat shul offers extensive children’s pro- bucket list. Morasha. He also is head coach Noam in Paramus. gramming, adult learning at all lev- Ganchrow comes to YIWP for the Manhattan Day School “Our youth program, serving kids from els, an active Zionist agenda, a full after having worked as head hockey team and the Yeshiva tots to teens, has grown rapidly and Jack is davening schedule, abundant chesed of the hockey program and a University Fellow at the Rae exactly the right person to help take it to opportunities and more. For more chinuch teacher at Camp Ne- Kushner Yeshiva High School the next level,” said Gary Rozenshteyn of information about the shul, visit sher; as program director at Jack Ganchrow in Livingston, where he teaches the YIWP Youth Committee. www.yiwp.org.

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718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 13 COMMUNITY NEWS HIR Blood Drive: Saving Lives, Honoring Josef Guttman

(Courtesy of HIR-The true spirit of tikkun olam, At last year’s annual sister-in-law of Lynn Zad- Bayit) The Hebrew Insti- making our world a better Chesed Day, HIR’s blood off, coordinator of the in- tute of Riverdale-The Bayit place,” Rabbi Exler contin- drive netted 129 pints of formation and registra- will hold its annual Blood ued. blood. tion booth. Drive on Sunday, October Josef Guttman, who Blood donors must be Chesed Day will also 14, to commemorate the died in July of this year at between 17 and 75 years include the collection 17th anniversary of 9/11 and the age of 94, “was HIR’s old (or 16 with a signed of clothing and linen for to honor the memories of oldest and most beloved New York Blood Center the needy, with drop-offs three HIR members: Josef member and perfectly ex- parental consent form), at the synagogue sched- Guttman; his wife, Goldie; emplifi ed what the Bay- in general good health uled from 9:30 a.m. to and their son, Henry. The it is all about,” noted Rab- and weigh at least 110 12:30 p.m. Items donated drive will be conducted bi Exler. Among his many pounds. A photo or signa- will go to Furniture As- from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the contributions to the com- ture ID must be present- sist, the nonprofi t organ- synagogue, which is lo- munity was establishing ed by all donors. ization that each Sunday cated at 3700 Henry Hud- Abraham and Sarah’s Tent, No appointment is re- Henry Guttman, z”l invites some 30 clients re- son Parkway at the corner Goldie and Josef Guttman, z”l which offers free Shabbat quired to donate blood, ferred to by social service of Netherland Avenue in meals (open to everyone) but preference will be given to those who agencies to “shop” for household goods at Riverdale. every Friday night at HIR following servic- choose to make a time reservation. To re- its warehouse. Steve Pretsfelder, who is co- “The New York area’s blood supply lev- es. serve a time, request a parental consent ordinator of the Bayit’s clothing drive, not- els, particularly certain blood types, are In addition to the traditional method form to donate blood or volunteer to help ed that housewares and furniture cannot dangerously low,” said Rabbi Steven Ex- of donating blood, this year’s drive will on Chesed Day, or for any queries, please be included in donations at the synagogue ler, senior rabbi at HIR. “Donating blood is again feature the ALYX System, where do- call Seryl Ritter, blood drive coordinator, at that day. a true act of chesed and provides us with nors have the option of giving two com- 718-549-8152 or email her at [email protected]. A collection of kosher canned and the opportunity to fulfi ll the mitzvah of plete transfusion units of red blood cells As part of Chesed Day, the Zadoff family non-perishable food items for the Bronx pikuach nefesh (saving a life). at one time. will be manning a booth at HIR from 9 a.m. Jewish Community Council will be held on “It is also fi tting that we dedicate this With about one out of every seven hos- to 3 p.m. on behalf of the Halachic Organ Chesed Day as well. year’s blood drive to the memories of Jo- pital admissions requiring a blood transfu- Donor Society (HODS) to inform the pub- For more information about Chesed sef and Goldie, Holocaust survivors, and sion, the New York Blood Center estimates lic about organ donation and register po- Day or other Bayit programs, call the offi ce Henry Guttman, their son. All three gave that nearly 2,000 donations are needed tential donors. The activity is in memory of at 718-796-4730, send an email to offi ce@ selfl essly of themselves to others in the each day in New York and New Jersey alone. Michelle Krauss, sister of Jeffrey Zadoff and thebayit.org or visit www.thebayit.org. Elyakim Rubinstein to Headline Touro Law Program on Democracy and Human Rights (Courtesy of Touro College) Elyakim Ru- law. As a peace negotiator, he also displayed binstein, retired Israeli Supreme Court Jus- an uncommon ability to mediate among a tice, has been appointed Distinguished variety of different legal, religious and po- Professor by Touro College and University litical viewpoints,” continued Ballan. System. Justice Rubinstein is a career law- In addition to his groundbreaking yer and diplomat who has served as both work in the Israeli legal system, Rubinstein Vice President of the Supreme Court and served as peace negotiator under three Is- Attorney General of Israel. raeli prime ministers, participating in the Justice Rubinstein will lead Egypt-Israel peace treaty, chair- a newly-created Touro Law ing the Israeli delegations to Center program exploring the the bilateral negotiations with Israeli legal system as a symbol the Jordanians and Palestini- of Israel’s dedication to promot- ans, and negotiating with Syr- ing democracy, human rights ia and Lebanon. He received and the rule of law. The pro- the Gabriel Peace Prize for his gram, hosted by the Jewish Law work on the peace treaty with Institute of Touro Law Center, Jordan. He also served as legal will include four presentations adviser to the Ministry of For- by Justice Rubinstein in con- eign Affairs, as general legal versation with key commu- counsel to the Ministry of De- nal fi gures, to be held this fall Elyakim Rubinstein fense and as government sec- and spring in various locations retary for four governments. throughout the New York metro area. The events in the upcoming series in- “We are honored to welcome Justice clude: Rubinstein to the Touro faculty and know October 9, Congregation Kehilath Je- that our student community and the pub- shurun, 125 E 85th St, NYC at 7:30 pm. “Bal- lic will benefi t from his participation this ancing National Security and Civil Liberties year,” said Dr. Alan Kadish, president of the in Israel and the United States,” a conver- Touro College and University System. sation between Justice Elyakim Rubinstein “The program will address the develop- and Judge Michael Mukasey, Former Attor- ment, over the course of 70 years, of an Is- ney General of the United States. raeli legal system that has produced a so- December 12, Jewish Center, 131 W. 86th phisticated jurisprudence, drawn from the St., NYC at 7:30 pm. “Israel and Internation- history and wisdom of the Jewish legal tra- al Human Rights in Global Perspective,” dition. 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By Yvette Finkelstein Ve Avoda and Ahavat Eretz Israel and will lead Bnei Akiva groups. Bnei Akiva “snif” (local branch) leaders Damati lives with her family in Mos- Tami Damati and Yaara Bar-Chai arrived hav Achidud, in northern Israel. She served in the US on September 13 and headed di- in the IDF for two years in the C41 corps rectly to New Rochelle, where they were and a third year as a department ofﬁ cer in welcomed by both Westchester Torah Amirim battalion. Always interested in Zi- Academy (WTA) and Young Israel of New onism and an avid student of the develop- Rochelle. ment of the Jewish nation, Damati shared Bnei Akiva of the US & Canada is the that she is “very excited to meet you all...it premier religious Zionist youth movement is now my turn to give and share my (Israe- dedicated to growing generations of Jews li) experiences with my friends in New Ro- committed to Torah learning and devoted chelle.” to the state of Israel. Providing high-quality Bar-Chai, whose family lives in Ma’ale religious Zionist education and programs Adumim, completed her service in the IDF for North American Jewish youth, along as a soldier teacher, working with at-risk with their families and communities, Bnei teenagers. She believes in the mission of Akiva leaders design events and formulate Bnei Akiva leaders Tami Damati and Yaara Bar-Chai. Bnei Akiva and always wanted to “go on ideas to encourage love of the Jewish peo- Shlichut.” She has always loved learning ple and love of the land of Israel. WTA, Damati and Bar-Chai will be assisting a local snif on Shabbat, and YINR was happy about Israel’s history and is looking for- WTA principal Deganit Ronen ex- in the early childhood and lower school di- to provide the venue, while offering home ward to sharing her knowledge with her plained the reason WTA hired Bnei Akiva visions on a daily basis, with the goal of fur- hospitality to the young women for their new friends in New Rochelle. Bar-Chai leaders. “They will be infusing an ‘Avira Is- ther strengthening the Ivrit b’Ivrit curricu- stay in New Rochelle. Damat and Bar-Chai wrote that she is “excited and waiting to raelit’ into all of our classrooms with spe- lum offered at the school. will work closely with the YINR youth de- get to know you and to bring our people cial Israel-themed activities and lessons.” At Bnei Akiva requires their leaders work in partment, providing programs about Torah closer.”

Westchester Welcomes tion for more than 10 years, musical youth move- al, Canada, for two years. CONTINUED FROM P. 1 Shachmon was the national ment. She served as a Elliot Forchheimer, director of Telem, the youth counselor in the Ha- executive director, West- ty’s fourth shaliach and Lior Malul, Carmel department of the Jewish ichud Hahaklai (the chester Jewish Council, Mena, Adi Nulman and Yuval Shiran will Reform movement in Isra- Agricultural Union) explained, “We are very serve under Shachmon’s supervision as the el. His fi rst shlichut was in youth movement. fortunate and excited community’s shinshinim, young Israeli em- Melbourne, Australia, where Coming from Jeru- to have Nadav, Lior, Car- issaries. The team will help strengthen the he worked with the progres- salem is Nulman, who mel, Adi and Yuval in our community’s connection to Israel. sive Jewish community and graduated from the community. We know Launched in the summer the Netzer youth Jerusalem Academy that each one of them of 2013, the Westchester com- movement. He of Music and Dance will bring their unique munity shlichut program, holds a BA in and majored in mu- perspectives about Isra- overseen by the Westchester psychology from Carmel Mena sic, Spanish and math. Lior Malul el to our diverse West- Jewish Council, with funding Tel Aviv Academ- She plays the violin chester Jewish commu- from UJA-Federation of New ic College and an and was a member nity through a variety of York, aims to expose the com- MBA from the of various orchestras programs, conversations, munity to the diversity of Is- College of Man- and ensembles, per- roundtables and more.” rael through education and agement Aca- forming before audi- This year the four engagement. The shinshinim demic Studies. ences in Israel as well shinshinim will work component was introduced in Malul, from as in Europe. Nulman with 15 partner organ- August 2017. Shinshinim are Is- Moshav Amazya served as a Hebrew izations around the raeli students who have grad- Adi Nulman in southern Is- Scouts Youth Move- county, including Solo- uated from high school who rael, graduated ment counselor for mon Schechter School wish to serve as Israeli emissaries prior to from Tzafi t High School with many years and was of Westchester, Car- joining the IDF. majors in chemistry and phys- the main coordinator mel Academy, Temple The Jewish Agency for Israel conducts ical education. Malul was Yuval Shiran for the teens program. Israel Center of White the selection process for shlichim, a high- both a counselor and lead- Shiran’s fami- Nadav Shachmon Plains, Jewish Commu- ly popular and competitive undertaking. er in the Bnei HaMoshavim ly lives in Ness Zio- nity Center of Harrison, Each year, the Agency sends out 1,500 shli- youth movement and participated in Diller na. She graduated from Golda Meir High Scarsdale Synagogue Temples Tremont & chim to all parts of the world, to strength- Teen Fellows, a Jewish leadership program School with majors in chemistry and com- Emanu-El, Shaarei Tikvah, Pelham Jewish en Jewish identity and connection to Israel. that connects Jews around the world. puter science. A participant in the youth Center, Beth El Synagogue Center of New Shachmon was born and raised in Jeru- Mena is from Michmanim, a small vil- movement, Krembo Wings, a program for Rochelle, Temple Shaaray Tefi la, Congre- salem and served as an offi cer in the med- lage in the Galilee. Mena loves music and children with and without special needs, gation Kol Ami, Larchmont Temple, Tem- ical corps, training and preparing doctors, has studied vocal development and piano, Shiran also served as head counselor. She ple Israel of New Rochelle, Westchester paramedics and senior medics for their in addition to having participated in sever- was a counselor-in-training at Y Country Jewish Center, Shames JCC on the Hud- service. Having worked in Jewish educa- al choirs, among them HaZamir—a Jewish Camp, a Jewish summer camp in Montre- son and Hillels of Westchester. COMMUNITY NEWSBRIEFS

Dr. Elisheva Carlebach The current focus on borders, migra- [email protected] for more information or to justice and tried to inspire the public to de- to Present at YINR tion and policy toward refugees gives be added to the shul mailing list. mand the rescue of Hitler’s victims. The Dr. Elisheva Carlebach, the Baron Pro- new relevance to issues related to the his- exhibit will display a selection of these car- fessor of Jewish History, Culture and So- toric treatment of “wandering Jews” by Congregation Anshe Sholom toons in the context of the Nazi genocide ciety at Columbia University and director settled Jewish communities in 18th-cen- to Host Holocaust Exhibit and the world’s response as events unfolded. of its Institute for Israel and Jewish Stud- tury Europe. Professor Carlebach will ex- The Holocaust & Human Rights Educa- A lecture and PowerPoint will be pre- ies, will present “Loving the Stranger? plore what surviving communal records tion Center and the Sisterhood of Congre- sented by Steve Goldberg and Julie Scall- Membership and Alienation in Early reveal about the extension of hospitality gation Anshe Sholom will host an exhibi- ero, co-directors of education at the Holo- Modern European Jewish Communities” to some Jews and not others, the status tion, “Cartoonists Against the Holocaust” caust & Human Rights Education Center in on Sunday, October 14, at 8 p.m. at Young of “chazaka” (membership) and the deter- on Sunday, October 14, at 3 p.m. at Congre- White Plains, New York. Israel of New Rochelle. The lecture, spon- mination of who would be treated as a gation Anshe Sholom, 50 North Avenue, Admission: $7.00. Refreshments will be sored by the Women’s Initiative for Jew- stranger. New Rochelle, NY 10805. served. ish Studies, is free and open to women Please visit www.yinr.org/wijs to view A small number of American political car- RSVP to 914-632-9220 or jscallero@ and men. the complete WIJS schedule or email toonists used their art to cry out against in- hhrecny.org. 16 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM COMMUNITY NEWS Prizmah CEO Paul Bernstein Chosen for Algemeiner’s ‘J100’ By Yvette Finkelstein the fi elds of education, philanthropy, social North West London Jewish Day School impact, government and new media. and as chair of the board of trustees of the Paul Bernstein, a resident of New Ro- Beginning with his modern Orthodox/ Foundation for Newark’s Future. He is a chelle, was recently selected by The Al- Zionist day school primary education and former board member of the Newark Char- gemeiner to appear on their fi fth annual his years as an activist with the Union of ter School Fund and Tzedek (UK), a charita- “J100” list of the top 100 people positive- Jewish Students and the Board of Depu- ble organization that provides a Jewish rely infl uencing Jewish life, for his “impact- ties of British Jews, Bernstein’s life refl ects sponse to issues of global poverty. ful work on behalf of the Jewish people.” a passionate commitment to Jewish cul- In his position at Prizmah, Bernstein Bernstein is the founding CEO of Prizmah: ture and the Jewish day school world. He has built a strong team whose leadership Center for Jewish Day Schools, a position has been active in some of the leading initi- has transformed the organization form a to which he brings his lifelong connec- atives for education reform and excellence, startup nonprofi t to one of the most pow- Paul Bernstein, Prizmah CEO. tion to Jewish day school education and both in the UK and US. Bernstein served erful resources in the fi eld of Jewish edu- wide-ranging management experience in as a member of the board of governors of cation. The strong network established by Jewish day school arena, specifi cally to the Prizmah serves as the intersection of the creation of Prizmah. Jewish day school world, where schools of Commenting on being honored as one every denomination, foundations, feder- of the “J100,” Bernstein shared, “I am hum- ations, professionals, philanthropists and bled to have been selected by the editors individuals who are passionate about Jew- of The Algemeiner. This recognizes the vital ish education come together for learning. role that Jewish day schools play in shaping Prizmah provides timely resources and cus- the future of our children and the Jewish tomized support for leaders of Jewish day community. The schools that Prizmah sup- schools. ports, as the Center for Jewish Day Schools, Growing up in London, Bernstein cred- help students maximize their potential its his Jewish day school education, along in general and Jewish education. Being a with his family, as a formative experience. proud Jewish day school alumnus and par- He served on the board of his children’s ele- ent, I am passionate about the lifelong pos- mentary school in London, and now, living itive impact that Jewish day schools have in Westchester, his two teenage children at- on our children, building a strong Jewish Send in your letter to the editor to tend Solomon Schechter. future.” Bernstein’s former work in philanthro- Bernstein holds an MA (Hons) from [email protected] and it may py covered a wide range of areas, but edu- Cambridge University and MBA from Cran- cation reform was always a prime focus of fi eld School of Management. He is married be featured in our next issue! his career. His efforts in education reform to Lisa Capelouto, an organizational con- in Newark prompted him to bring the best sultant who works primarily in the Jewish of what’s happening in education to the community.

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from Sefer Melachim, but I am amused by ethics and morality, is absurd (Maimon- Let’s Do It Queen Victoria. ides, Laws of Repentance, 5:2). Before we give my preferred solution to We are unique in this realm. As Rabbi By Rabbi David Walk Then something unexpected occurs. In- the conundrum, allow me one more anom- Dr. Avraham Twerski has said, “Only a hu- stead of the accepted formula of God “say- aly in the creation of mankind: the use of man being can refl ect on and implement Bereishit 5779 ing” and things happening, we have: God the term bara, or created. This word is used self-improvement. Animals are born essen- What are the Three said, “Let us make a human being in our sparingly in the Bible’s fi rst chapter, just in tially complete, and change only by grow- Scariest Words (TSW) in image in our likeness” (Bereishit 1:26). What the fi rst statement (God bara heaven and ing larger and stronger… Furthermore, re- the English language? does this mean? So much to parse. Who is earth) and in verse 22 for the diversity of an- gardless of one’s genetic composition, a There was an NPR piece God talking to? What are God’s “likeness” imal life (and God bara the great sea beasts person can make salutary changes in him- about the TSW a boy and “‘image”’? This article is about the fi rst and all the swarming animals upon the self… A human can delay gratifi cation… can hear. They were “be a man.” Some peo- question. However, I will give a quick and, land...). However, concerning our creation, A human being can refl ect on the conse- ple still think that “I love you” are the TSW. sadly, insuffi cient answer to the last que- God uses this highly controlled verb three quences of his actions… Man has the capac- Some husbands are terrifi ed of “notice an- ry. The Nefesh Hachaim (Reb Chaim Vo- times in verse 27 (And God created a human ity to control anger… A person has the ca- ything different?” For younger people, the lozhin, 1749-1821) begins his sefer by ex- in the Divine image, in the image was this pacity to forgive… What was being asked TSW are “there’s no Wi-Fi.” As a kid, my TSW plaining, “The expression ‘image of God’ creation, male and female were they creat- of us is that we develop those traits that were: David Eliott Walk! Because my moth- means that we share a semblance of some ed). This all accentuates the unique nature are the hallmark of a human being, the er, ob”m, only addressed me as thus when I aspect of God (Chapter 1)... When God cre- of humanity and our Creation. spiritual traits that elevate him above the was in big trouble. But throughout my adult ated humanity, we were endowed with the For me, the beginning of my preferred level of Homo sapiens” (from Twerski on life, my TSW have been “some assembly re- ability to sustain and give energy to count- answer comes from the charges given to Spirituality, 1998). quired.” That’s a defi nite no-win situation. If less worlds...or conversely, to do incalcula- the fi rst humans both here and in chap- Harav Adin Steinsaltz wrote about Pe- you get the thing put together, people say, ble damage to many worlds (Chapter 3).” ter 2: “Fill the earth and subdue it, and rule sach that “we shall truly be redeemed only “Well, it only needed ‘some’ assembly.” And, Besides God, only humans have this power over the fi sh of the sea and over the fowl when we take it upon ourselves to fulfi ll of course, when inevitably you can’t get to build or, God forbid, destroy. of the sky and over all the beasts that tread our need to live in our own unique way” the thing to work, clearly you’re inept. But Now to the main event. What does upon the earth (1:28)” and God “placed him (“On Being Free,” p23). We have a part in this week’s Torah reading gives us another “na’aseh adam” (let’s make humanity) in the Garden of Eden to work it and to our own redemption because we are re- spine-tingling example: “Let’s make human- mean? Perhaps the simplest and most guard it (2:15).” We have responsibilities in sponsible for own spiritual growth. ity” (Breishit 1:27). popular answer, given by both Rashi and this new world. The Rav pointed out that Our greatest prayers to God aren’t “Do Here’s the situation. We’re deep into Yonatan ben Uziel, is that God consulted God’s special relationship with humanity is it!” or “Give me!” They are “Bless me,” which the sixth day of Creation. A world has been with the angels in heaven. Rashi claims seen most clearly in the fact that God spoke means make my efforts fl ourish. God is our created from scratch and it’s been judged that this is a sign of God’s humility and to us. God addresses the fi rst humans. This Parent and Partner, not our Puppeteer. So “good” half a dozen times. The only job left concern for the angels’ feelings, so they is unique (Emergence of Ethical Man, p. 76). don’t be afraid of saying “Let’s do it!” is to create humankind. The Midrash says wouldn’t be jealous of these humans. The And there’s our answer. Who was God that Adam was created in the seventh hour Radak avers that the rest of Creation was addressing with the statement ‘Let’s make Rabbi David Walk, who has recently made aliyah, was a teach- (1 p.m.). According to the Continental Divide consulted because we humans will rule humanity? Us! We are partners with God in er at the Bi-Cultural Day school as well as Congregation Agu- Museum in Colorado, if the history of the over them. Both of these answers are great the most important job with which we will dath Sholom’s education director. He continues to be a tireless earth were compressed into a year, humans advice for parents, teachers and bosses. ever be tasked, our own personality devel- teacher and educator. For over 30 years, he has taught stu- would appear about 30 seconds before mid- The Rashbam suggests the royal “we,” as in opment. We have to believe that we have dents from third grade and up and conducted many classes for teens and adults. Prior to joining CAS, he served as director night on December 31. From any point of Queen Victoria wryly observing, “We are control over many aspects of our lives. Oth- and teacher at Yeshivat Hamivtar in Efrat, Israel. view, we’re the new boy on the block. not amused.” He prefers to give examples erwise, a system of Torah and mitzvot, of TORAH MUSINGS

are more open. relevant to our original question. The Ge- Appointing a Past Sinner Rav Shmuel De Modena (Responsa, mara (Yoma 86b) states that one who re- Orach Chaim 32) disagrees with Rav Miz- pents from fear has his intentional sins By Rabbi Gil Student any unfavorable report have been made rachi. He says that since the Rosh (Ta’an- turned into accidental sins, and one who concerning him during his childhood.” it 2:3) and Tur (Orach Chaim 53) disquali- repents from love has his intentional sins Is someone who And regarding a judge, Rambam (ibid., fy someone who sinned in the past from turned into merits. Rav Sorotzkin sug- sinned in his youth Hilchot Sanhedrin 2:7) writes: “[A judge in serving as a cantor, we must follow that gests that Yoel repented from his misdeeds qualifi ed to serve in a a court of three] must, however, possess... strict opinion. Therefore, returned apos- through love, and therefore his past sins communal position, no trace of an unpleasant reputation, even tates—and other ba’alei teshuva—cannot were erased and he became as if he had such as a pulpit rab- during their early manhood, they were spo- be appointed as cantors. Later authorities been God-fearing throughout his life. bi? Can a ba’al teshu- ken of highly” (Touger translation). debate this issue (see Ba’er Heitev 53:7) and Based on this, we can suggest that va, someone who grew up non-observant, In determining what constitutes evi- the Mishnah Berurah (Bi’ur Halachah 53:4 someone who became observant out of a be appointed to such a position? This ques- dence about a past sin, the Rema (Orach s.v. dm”m) seems to follow the lenient view love for Torah, rather than fear of Divine tion is particularly relevant given recent dis- Chaim 53:25) writes that we ignore rum- while the Aruch HaShulchan (53:8) says punishment, has his past sins erased and, cussions about a U.S. Supreme Court nomi- ors and single witnesses. Only the testimo- that we must be even stricter with a perma- like Yoel, is considered as if he had been nee. While I am not sure that halacha should ny of two witnesses can lead to the remov- nent cantor for the whole year. God-fearing throughout his life. Therefore, determine the appointment, we can at least al of someone from a position for a past sin, he is qualifi ed to become a pulpit rabbi, look to see what halacha would say in gener- although accusations with insuffi cient evi- III. Ba’al Teshuva Prophet cantor or judge. However, someone who real, setting aside the political considerations. dence should be investigated by a beit din However, there is a diffi culty with the mains an unrepentant, or insuffi ciently re- (Mishnah Berurah 53:76). However, when ap- Rambam’s position. The midrashic tradi- pentant, sinner cannot serve in those Jew- I. Good Reputation pointing someone new, the bar of evidence tion (Bamidbar Rabbah 10:5) has it that the ish communal positions. The Rambam (Mishneh Torah, Hilchot is much lower and even a rumor of prior sin prophet Yoel (Joel) was the son of Shmuel Alternately, while this does not resolve Teshuvah 4:2) writes about the appoint- can disqualify a candidate (Mishnah Beru- (Samuel). According to 1 Samuel 8:1-3, Shmu- the question about the prophet Yoel, Rav ment of a rabbi: “It must be appointed in rah 53:75). Although we have to take into ac- el’s sons sinned terribly. One could suggest Moshe Sternbuch (Teshuvot Ve-Hanha- each and every Jewish community one who count whether the rumor was initiated by that since the Gemara (Shabbat 56a) states got 1:99) suggests that the above halach- is wise, great, learned, God-fearing from his enemies (Aruch HaShulchan, ibid., 7). that Shmuel’s sons did not sin, they were ic discussion revolves only around some- youth and who is loved by everyone to re- entirely free from any sin. On this, see Rav one raised in a religious environment. His buke everybody and make them repent.” II. Repentant Apostates Avigdor Nevenzahl’s collection of essays on youthful indiscretions refl ect acknowl- Note the requirement that he be In the wake of the Spanish Inquisition, Genesis (last essay) and Rav Ya’akov Med- edged wrongdoing. However, someone “God-fearing from his youth.” This would Rav Eliyahu Mizrachi (Responsa 1:88) was an’s book “David u-Bassheva.” If Yoel did, in who was raised without adequate religious seem to exclude a ba’al teshuva from be- asked whether someone who worshipped fact, commit some sort of sin, even one of instruction—what we call a tinok she-nish- coming a communal rabbi. Similarly, re- Christianity but then returned to Judaism lesser severity than that mentioned in the bah—is not liable for sins he did not suf- garding appointment as a cantor for a fast may be appointed a cantor. He responded text, then how could he become a prophet fi ciently understand. Therefore, the com- day, Rambam (ibid., Hilchot Tan’aniyot 4:4) by distinguishing between communal ap- who rebuked the people? After all, he was mon ba’al teshuva is not disadvantaged writes: “Who is fi t to [lead the congregation pointments. He points out that the Ram- not “God-fearing from his youth”? by his non-religious upbringing when it in] prayer on these fasts? ...None of his chil- bam only quotes this rule regarding fast Rav Yitzchak Sorotzkin addresses this comes to communal appointments. Re- dren, nor any member of his household, nor days. Apparently, the Rambam allowed re- in his Rinat Yitzchak to Joel 1:1. He fi rst sug- sponsa Va-Yevarech David (1:8) reaches a any of his relatives who are dependent upon turnees to serve as a cantor on all other gests that perhaps prophets are different similar conclusion. him, should be transgressors; rather, his days. In other words, specifi c roles hold a and do not need to be God-fearing from Rabbi Gil Student is editor-in-chief of Torahmusings.com. house should be empty of sin; nor should higher entry requirement, but other roles youth. However, his second suggestion is 18 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM TEXT INSIGHTS What Is the Origin of the Words ‘Erev’ and ‘Boker’?

By Mitchell First perhaps seen in the Tanach at Proverbs 7:9 and Judges 19:9. (It may be implicit in the “Erev” (evening) and ayin-resh-bet of “weaving” as well.) “boker” (morning) are On the subject of ayin-resh-bet, these let- words that are well- ters have many other meanings in Tanach. known to us. How did For example, an “aravah” is a desolate, wil- these words develop derness area. Also, an “aravah” is a willow, these meanings? and an “orev” is a raven. I have seen the The root ayin-resh- speculation that “orev” for raven derives bet has several meanings, one of them is from it being a bird of the aravah/wilder- “mix.” See, e.g., Psalms 106:35: “va-yitarvu ness, or from it being a dark bird (=from the va-goyim.” The “mix” meaning very likely “evening/dark” meaning of “erev”). Alterna- lies behind the term “erev rav” (=the mixed tively, the name may derive from the sound multitude that lacked a common identi- that the bird makes. ty and left Egypt with the Israelites). The The verb ayin-resh-bet also means to be “mix” meaning may also underlie the use a surety/guarantor (see, e.g., Genesis 43:9: of the root ayin-resh-bet in connection “anochi e’ervenu”). There are also related with weaving, as weaving combines both nouns, “eiravon” and “arubah,” that mean vertical and horizontal directions. Also, the “pledge.” It has been suggested that these “mix” meaning is usually assumed to un- meanings come from the “enter” meaning derlie the name of the plague of “arov.” E.g., and are related to entering under the au- the plague was a mixture of wild animals or thority of another. of very small harmful creatures. (But I did An unusual use of ayin-resh-bet is found write an article in this paper last year men- at Psalms 68:5 (and in the zemer “Baruch Kel • Elegantly-appointed tioning an entirely different explanation: Elyon”) where God is described as “rochev Waldorf Astoria Passover Guest Rooms 2019 • 3 Daily Gourmet Glatt Kosher Meals along with Daily Poolside Barbeques and Lavish Tea Room artistically executed by Grand Getaways and the Waldorf Astoria culinary team • Professionally run Day Camp & Teen Program “Arov” was the scarab beetle that the Egyp- ba-aravot.” Here, the scholarly consensus is • Discounted rates at the onsite tians worshipped. The Hertz Pentateuch, p. that this A-R-B should be viewed as deriv- Waldorf Astoria Golf Club 240, bottom, follows this explanation.) ing from an original root A-R-P and that the featuring Rees Jones-Designed The “mix” meaning also underlies the meaning is “God Who rides on the clouds.” word “eruv” of rabbinic Hebrew. 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What is the alterna- kids are huge Harry reau, in 1975 about one in fi ve Americans doors for women are phenomenal for fem- tive? Potter fans. I know a were studying education in college; in 2015 inism, it is not as great for the fi eld of edu- I think our community, both in the lot of people say that, the number was less than one in 10. Our cation. In the last 40 years, the number of home and in the school, needs do a bet- but my family brings schools are growing, but our pool of poten- women going into education has shrunk ter job. A starting point may be discuss- fandom to a new lev- tial teachers is shrinking. Compounding the from 32 percent to 11 percent. Our commu- ing teacher salaries, but there are other av- el. We listen to Harry Potter on audio dur- problem, teacher retention rates are abys- nity can no longer rely on women to carry enues as well. Many law schools forgive ing car rides. My husband makes up Har- mal. While in the world of the Hogwarts the burden of educating our children. loans if the graduate goes into the non- ry Potter trivia questions for long walks School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the And this is where I lay the blame: on our profi t world; perhaps we could use a simi- on Shabbat. For my daughter’s bat mitz- best and brightest go into teaching and stay community. Yes, I know that every Jewish lar program in Yeshiva University for edu- vah this summer, we took a trip to England there, this is not true in the world we live in. mother pushing her son to become a doc- cators. Additionally, while many yeshivas (and then Israel) to go to Harry Potter Stu- I wish I could say that the yeshiva day tor is a terrible stereotype, but is it so far offer tuition benefi ts to their faculty, these dios. I am not nearly the fan that they are, schools are immune from this crisis. But I’d off? We steer, guide or push our children numbers are shrinking. Offsetting the tu- but I come along for the ride, both literally be lying. With the growth of our commu- into careers like medicine, or the law—or ition costs for faculty could be an attrac- and fi guratively. It was on this recent trip to nity, our schools are looking to hire every recently, engineering—but how many of tive job perk for those considering edu- England that I was struck by a something year. And, truthfully, the applicant pool is us push our children into teaching? How cation. Providing or subsidizing daycare in the novels that I think is often over- often fairly shallow. Schools may receive many of us would encourage and be proud for faculty is another incentive that could looked. Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter’s stacks of resumes, but often these resumes of our son or daughter if they decided to make education a more attractive option. I mentor and father-fi gure, is the greatest prove to be disappointing. I myself have use their Ivy League degrees to go into ed- am aware that all the above options come and most powerful wizard in the wizard- looked at piles of applicants without grad- ucation? We all know the answers to these with a price tag, and these are issues that ing world of Harry Potter. And with all this uate degrees or even teaching experience. questions. should be discussed when the community power, and skill, and knowledge, and wis- My point is not to disparage the teach- I know that living with the expenses of addresses day school affordability. But we dom, what does he do? He becomes an ed- ers in our schools. Just the opposite. I am an Orthodox lifestyle on a teacher’s salary can begin with something that costs the ucator. Albus Dumbledore had many other one of them, and I am proud to say that I is diffi cult; believe me, no one knows bet- community nothing; we could do a bet- career opportunities. If memory serves me am surrounded by some of the most talent- ter than me. Let’s be honest with ourselves: ter job acknowledging the work teachers correctly, he was even asked to become the ed and qualifi ed educators in the country. On average, U.S. teachers earn 60 cents for do and giving them the respect they so ob- Minister of Magic, which he turned down That being said, I am concerned for our fu- every dollar that their professional counter- viously deserve. If we don’t, we risk nev- to stay in education. ture. For many years, teaching drew the best parts with an equal level of education earn. er fi nding the next generation of Albus The reality in this fantastical world and the brightest women because other ca- Talk about a wage gap. Increasing teacher Dumbledores. struck me at my core. Across the United reer opportunities were closed to them. In salaries is a entirely different topic for an States, schools are facing crippling teach- the last few decades the professional land- entirely different article. My argument is Meryl Feldblum has been a high school English teacher for er shortages. While some of these shortag- scape has drastically changed. For exam- that the majority of the teachers in your over a decade. She is currently chair of the English depart- es can be attributed to increasing student ple, in 1974 less than 25 percent of students child’s yeshiva day school are probably Or- ment at The Frisch School and a doctoral candidate at North- eastern University. populations, the more likely cause of these entering medical school were women. For thodox, and they manage. Why can’t that ISRAEL SPOTLIGHT

Yonatan Fine shiva for the fi rst time. While I had spo- ment to adopt the culture and schedule of comfortable discussing ideas with, wheth- CONTINUED FROM P. 1 ken to many people about the yeshiva, yeshiva. The fact that I had an idea of what er general or personal. I had never actually visited it myself, to expect in yeshiva defi nitely helped me Which is one of your favorite classes at tion of serious and devoted Torah learning, so seeing the place which I hope will though, as I wasn’t so surprised by the ad- The Gush? with immense opportunity to improve in play such an important role in my life justments I would have to make. I haven’t really encountered any shi- many areas of avodat Hashem. I also real- for the fi rst time is defi nitely an exhil- Where is your favorite place to go for urim or classes yet that I didn’t like, but I’d ly like the independence afforded to stu- arating moment. Probably the most in- weekends/Shabbat so far? say my favorites are shiur during morning dents here, which I feel will help my per- spiring moments were the fi rst night of I love Shabbat in yeshiva. Having seder every day with Rav Taragin, as well sonal growth. Another aspect that I was selichot in yeshiva, as well as a trip we a day where the entire yeshiva takes a as the once-a-week night Seder shiur with drawn to is the history and the tradition took to learn about the history of the step back and is able to really come to- Rav Kaye. of Yeshivat Har Etzion, which I’m excited Gush area, and all of the sacrifi ce that gether, as opposed to being preoccupied What are you most looking forward to to be a part of. was made for the land on which we with busy schedules, is really amazing. for the rest of the year? What kind of goals do you have for the now have a yeshiva. Also, dancing around the cheder ochel I’m really looking forward to celebrat- year? What kind of challenges have you faced at lunch with literally everyone who’s ing all the Jewish holidays with the ye- My general goals in coming to yeshi- coming to Israel? there, is a really great experience. While shiva. Even though I’ve only been here va were learning Torah and growing as an I think moving to a completely new I defi nitely do want to go out and get to for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Suk- oved Hashem and as a person. Since com- environment always comes with diffi cul- see different parts of Israel, I think my kot so far, it already seems to me that all ing to yeshiva, in addition to these more ties but the biggest one for me has been favorite place to be for Shabbat is in ye- of the holidays take on a completely new general goals, many more specifi c ones learning the Hebrew language. shiva. meaning when you have the chance to cel- have [arisen] based on the actual experi- How has your year been different from Who is a teacher at The Gush whom you ebrate them in Israel. While I’m sure there ences of being in yeshiva. your expectations? connect to especially well? are many more exciting events that hav- What have been some of the highlights My expectations were for the most part Fortunately, I feel I’ve been able con- en’t even crossed my mind yet, I’m really of your year so far? similar to the actual experience. However, nect to my morning seder rebbe, Rav looking forward to continuing to establish The most exciting moment of my ex- having never been in an environment like Taragin, very well. He’s defi nitely become my routine and comfort living and learn- perience so far was coming to the ye- this before, it was defi nitely a huge adjust- a role model for me, and someone I feel ing in yeshiva. TEXT INSIGHTS

What Is the Origin the verb B-K-R in Hebrew as well. “Inspect/ “bakar” were called by this name. These ani- ness just before the dawn.” Others have CONTINUED FROM P. 19 investigate” was just a later expansion, since mals plow, thereby making openings in the suggested that shachor/black derives origi- this is what you did after you split some- ground. See, for example, Ernest Klein, A nally from a different root, chet-resh-resh, gests that “boker” is simply a contraction thing open (e.g., a sacriﬁ cial animal). See Comprehensive Etymological Dictionary of which means “burn.” But both of these sug- of “baka or” (=the light broke through). To Theological Dictionary of the Old Testa- the Hebrew Language, p. 81. He writes that gestions seem far-fetched. Most likely, it is support his position, he cites Isaiah 58:8: “az ment, vol. 2, p. 219. If the original meaning “bakar” means “the plowing animal.” just coincidence that the root shin-chet- yibaka ka-shachar orecha.” of the verb B-K-R was “split,” then “boker” Finally, I will make a point about anoth- resh has two opposite meanings. The other approach to “boker” is one can be the time when the light ﬁ rst breaks er time-related word, shachar/the morning supported by many modern scholars. This through. (A parallel is our English word light. We all know that shachor, with the Mitchell First is a personal injury attorney and Jewish history approach observes that in Arabic, “bakara” “daybreak.”) Moreover, under the assump- same three root letters, means “black.” To scholar. He does his best writing in the very early morning be- means “to split” or “to open.” The suggestion that the original meaning of B-K-R explain this anomaly, some have suggest- fore boker and Shacharit. If you need to disturb him then, he tion is that this was the original meaning of was “split” or “open,” we can suggest why ed that shachar really means “the black- can be reached at [email protected]. 20 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM EDUCATION

Fred Spinowitz daily existence of NRHS.” Spinowitz has a website on CONTINUED FROM P. 1 which his Jewish-themed art Art Gallery for one month beginning Octo- can be viewed. His recent se- ber 15. ries, “Tehilim-Psalms,” makes a Conceived by New Rochelle artist Fred strong statement about his art’s Spinowitz, curator of the show, along with appeal to a wide segment of so- Laura Heiss, the gallery curator, ART4PEACE ciety. is a positive response to the unsettled feel- Said Spinowitz, “It is my ings of New Rochelle residents when, at the hope that my abstract art with start of 2018, there was repeated violence at Hebrew calligraphy embedded and near NRHS. Spinowitz, a member of in the abstraction will continue the Young Israel of New Rochelle and board to have universal meaning and member of NRAA, came up with the con- that we can be ‘ohr la amim,’ a cept of organizing an art exhibit designed light unto the nations.” to promote peace. The painting that Spinow- Spinowitz believes that “art has the abil- itz has in the NRHS art gallery is ity to heal, revise and redirect people to be- “Peace” by artist Fred Spinowitz. called “Shalom-Shalem.” come their better selves. It is an opportuni- For more information on ty to refl ect on the common denominator certainly take their rightful place in creat- Spinowitz’s art, visit www.spinowitzjudai- of higher human values…Art can stimulate ing a better society. A few students who do ca.com. and activate people to do better.” terrible acts cannot tarnish the thousands Visits to the ART4PEACE exhibit can be He added, “It is my intent to share my of students who act responsibly every day… arranged by calling the New Rochelle PAVE Hebrew-originated art with all people. The Faith in our young artists will be restored offi ce at 914-574-5643. Gallery curator Laura show at the NRHS art gallery is to bring and one feels the peace and calm that is the Heiss can be reached at 914-906-6758. Tree of Knowledge by Fred Spinowitz. awareness of peace and also some tikkun olam to a high school that was in need of peaceful negotiation.” B.A. D’Alessandro, president of the NRAA board, discussed Spinowitz’s idea with NRAA. Once it was approved, it was re- It’s not just a camp, it’s Moshava! ferred to PAVE, the Department of Perfor- mance and Visual Art Education at NRHS. Department Chair Marc Schneider enlist- ed the assistance of NRHS visual arts teach- All welcome! ers Alexandra Brock, Scott Seaboldt, Moria McCaul and Tina McCullough, and the program was rolled out. CAMP MOSHAVA, I.O. Entry to the exhibit was open to all artists who are NRAA members or attend art classes at NRHS. Each artist could submit OPEN HOUSE one piece of artwork, using various media that adhered to specifi c guidelines. A short MEET WITH CAMP DIRECTOR: ALAN SILVERMAN biographical statement, as well as a written $ explanation of the artist’s work as it con- DISCOUNT50 per family for nected to the theme ART4PEACE, were re- attending! quired. ENGLEWOOD TEANECK The nearly 40 adult and student artists TH TH exhibiting in the show will present their Sunday, October 7 Sunday, October 7 artwork and artists’ statements refl ecting on peace and confl ict mediation. 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Zahra Jlayer, MD, one of the contrib- LOCATION: LOCATION: uting artists, wrote, “Even though liv- 190 Walnut Street 535 Grenville Avenue ing in a peaceful planet is everybody’s dream, achieving this dream looks more Englewood, NJ Teaneck, NJ impossible. As hate crimes, gun violence and terrorist attacks are increasing, the Save importance of peace education is rising the date! around the globe. Especially confl ict res- WEST ORANGE/ HIGLAND PARK/ olution, democracy and human rights EDISON are among the most educational needs. LIVINGSTON th th By starting training these values to one Tuesday, October 9 Sunday, October 28 kid, one class and one school at a time, we can educate a family, a communi- 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. ty and a city…then this movement can LOCATION: LOCATION: spread worldwide.” Spinowitz, who worked closely with the 91 Carteret Street 484 Harrison Avenue students artists, spoke about the thought- West Orange, NJ Highland Park, NJ ful, polite and creative students. “They will For more information visit us at moshava.org.

For more information visit us at www.moshava.org. Zahra Jlayer, MD, a contributing artist. 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 21 THE WORLD ACCORDING TO SCHMUTTER Worrying About My Gray Hairs By Mordechai Schmutter off your yarmulke. You’re not supposed to a couple of years now when- the front of the face. And some- travel 4 amos without a yarmulke, unless ever I looked in the bath- times I have a moustache, but This week’s column it’s quick, right? Run for it! room mirror, but for a long sometimes I don’t. Sometimes it is about another thing No, the reason I might need a bigger yar- time I thought, “Okay, it’s doubles as eyebrows. that I noticed about mulke is that I noticed that the hairs under something about the light- Sure, people come over to myself that I wanted it are going gray. ing. The light is bouncing me and say, “Nice haircut,” as if to put in my “getting I don’t think the yarmulke’s what’s mak- off my hair and making it I’m the one who gave myself the old” column a couple ing them gray. I say this because I’ve been look silver.” But then it oc- haircut, but that’s usually about of months back, but I forgot. wearing yarmulkes all my life and some curred to me that if the light a week and a half after I actual- A few months ago, I mentioned some of them have actually been gray (though is bouncing off of it, it is sil- ly get it, because that’s how long things that I’ve noticed about how I’ve been they didn’t start off that way) and this is the ver. Light doesn’t bounce off it takes for me to stop looking getting older recently. (I haven’t always fi rst time this has happened. Is this how it dark colors. like a potato. And then a week been getting older. This is a recent thing.) works? If I exclusively wear black yarmul- This whole gray situation later, it’s too long and gray again, A lot of the things I noticed were doctor-re- kes, will it go back? What if I wear navy gets more noticeable in the Three Weeks, because my hair grows back fast, baruch lated. But the thing I forgot to mention in blue yarmulkes? And why am I wearing when my hair is really long. But I’m not cra- Hashem. that article was that I think I might need yarmulkes with a dye that runs? I think I zy about haircuts either, because I don’t This is why my wife likes me to get a to get a bigger yarmulke. Not that I’m get- need to start going back to The Man With like how I look with short hair. I look like haircut around two weeks before a chasu- ting frummer, chas v’shalom. There’s noth- the Truck. This is the last time I shop at a potato. And not even a good one. I look na. But it’s a little tough if someone’s get- ing wrong with the size of my yarmulke. It’s The Man with the Windowless Van. Rhyme like the kind where people stick comical fa- ting married on Lag Ba’Omer, for example. not small. I’m not one of those people who shmyme. cial features into holes, and there’s a door Unless we give me a baldie before Pesach. has to take off his yarmulke when he runs, But I’m getting gray hairs, especially un- on the back of my head where you keep the Everything clean off. Start a new Pesach which, by the way, is the worst time to take der my yarmulke. I’ve been noticing it for facial features you don’t have room for on minhag. Though if there’s any time you don’t want to look like a potato, it’s Pesach. And at least it’s happening slowly. I know people who one Shabbos you see them, and they’re all black, and the next Shabbos they’re white. “Wait, didn’t I see you just last week?” “Yeah! Why?” “Well, uh, what have you been up to since then?” “Well, I started my own business...” Of course, everyone goes gray eventu- ally. Sure, I can say that my kids are turning me gray, and my deadlines are turning me gray, and my students who call me “Schmutter” are turning me gray, but you can have no kids and no job and no students who call you “Schmutter” and still turn gray. Maybe slower, though. The only way for a hair not to turn gray is if it falls out. It has to abandon ship. So it’s not the problem, you’re the problem. Though if you think about it, turning gray doesn’t affect your life, really. It’s not like the sooner you turn gray, the sooner your teeth fall out. Well, actually, it does change your life, because there’s always other people’s perception of you. For example, if someone with gray hair is niftar, the world at large accepts it. “Eh, he should have thought of that before he got old.” But if someone with black hair is niftar, everyone’s like, “Oy vey! He was so young!” So basically, you want people to be sad if you die. Women are lucky. They get to hide it. Technically, as I said, I can hide it too, but people will defi nitely ask me why I’m starting to wear bigger and bigger yarmulkes. (Plural.) Though I won’t be able to hear them, because they’ll be covering my ears. Nor will I be able to see them. But women get to wear sheitels. True, I can get a tou- pee, but I don’t think that will get people to stop talking. Especially when I remove it in shul every morning before I put on tefi llin. But bigger headgear won’t help me, because I also have hair growing out of other places on my head. Sometimes I feel like it’s trying to reach out and touch people. Or lean toward the sunlight. I can’t wear a yarmulke that goes 360 degrees around my head and covers my ears and nose, can I? Maybe a turtleneck.

Mordechai Schmutter is a freelance writer and a humor col- umnist for Hamodia and other magazines. He also has six books out and does stand-up comedy. You can contact him at [email protected].

22 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM APPRECIATIONS Reflections on My Mother’s Legacy :מדור לדור By Dr. Vivi Malina-Furer ied for tons of spelling tests, and rocked learned. Hashem comforts Moshe and in- us through dozens of ear infections and forms him that it is actually all “Halacha illnesses. And although she viewed it as a l’Moshe miSinai,” that it all derives from בנתה משפחה מאוחדת“ -She built labor of love, labor it was. And just as it was Moshe. In this way, Moshe’s echo resound ,באהבה מלאה a unified family with time for her to enjoy the fruits of her la- ed in that beit midrash, despite the many complete and total bor, the 18 grandkids who have blessed us years separating Har Sinai and that place of love.” It is a simple yet over the past decade, my mother faded. She study. Although there was no direct inter- profound inscription so would have relished grandmothering them personal contact between Moshe and Rab- befitting for my mother, Lenore Malina, z”l. and being a part of their lives. bi Akiva, the Torah values that Moshe re- She never sought pizzazz or material goods; And yet, there is some consolation in layed were very palpable and recognizable her objective was to build a cohesive and knowing that her children and grandchil- in, and to, future generations. Similarly, al- happy family, a mission that she pursued dren are the living witnesses of her lega- though my mother would not have recog- with passion and achieved with honor. cy; they bear her values, her life’s lessons nized many of the grandchildren hovering All 18 of my mother’s grandchildren, of education and stability, caring and wis- around her tombstone today, they embody hailing from near and far, hovered around dom. Her presence is so strongly felt in the and carry forth her dreams. My mother was her newly erected tombstone in the unre- way that we educate our own kids. Her un- principled and a staunch Zionist, which I lenting Beit Shemesh heat. The older kids wavering loyalty to family and modeling believe infl uenced the home that my sis- could decipher the inscription we chose of kibud av va’em to her own mother and ter and her family have made in Israel. The for her, the words so aptly refl ecting her mother-in-law are standards to which we past and future are inextricably linked, most important life mission. have aspired, although we have not always even if temporally disconnected. Lenore Malina, z”l , with her daugheter Vivi. Much has transpired since we buried successfully met the exceptionally high bar The fact that my mother died on the hol- my mother here seven months ago. My she set. iday of Tu B’Shvat is so fi tting. The holiday while my mother’s death was the end of youngest sister had a baby boy named for I think that the midrash relayed in Ma- is fi rst documented in the Mishna and falls her own life, it occurred on a holiday that my mother, my nephew is engaged to be sechet Menachot 29b speaks to this idea of during the winter, when trees are bare, not celebrated the future generations that she married, and so many other less- dramat- the past shaping the future. The story de- a time when one might expect a holiday infl uenced. ic family events occurred that she would scribes how, when Moshe went up to Har that celebrates the glory of nature. Howev- As they said goodbye at the gravesite, have relished. But truthfully, my mother Sinai to get the luchot, Hashem was taking er, it is at a time that we must celebrate the each grandchild carefully placed a rock on has been absent for much longer than sev- His time preparing calligraphic embellish- potential of the trees, when the sap begins the tombstone hand-painted with their en months. Over the last decade, my moth- ments to the letters. Moshe asks Hashem to travel up from the roots, enabling the name and a decoration. These bright place- er suffered from a debilitating and progres- what is taking so long, and Hashem re- buds to form and fl owers to bloom during holders are a constant reminder of my sive neurologic disease that stripped her of sponds that He is preparing the Torah the spring. The connection between the mother’s legacy. The juxtaposition of the her mental and physical abilities. She was for Rabbi Akiva, who will “doresh” (deci- bare trees and the ultimate fruit may not colorful rocks and the tombstone visually unable to recognize most of the grandchil- pher and understand) all of these designs. be apparent, but it is there. Furthermore, demonstrates that unbreakable bond be- dren here who called her Savta. Moshe is then actually transported in time we cannot assess the impact or potential of tween the past and the future. In this way, But my memories precede the last dec- (akin to a time machine) and fi nds himself the fl owers based on their current state. We my mother’s grandchildren are at once ade. My mother labored to raise all fi ve of in Rabbi Akiva’s beit midrash. When he en- may have to wait a few months, or genera- both a product of and a testament to her .”אהבה מלאה“ ,us: She drove hundreds of carpools, stud- ters, Moshe is fl ustered by what is being tions, to see their full potential. In this way

718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 23 NEWS FROM ISRAEL IDF and Shalva Join Forces for Inclusion (Courtesy of Shalva) The Ministry of So- concerning military service for individuals cial Affairs and Social Services announced with disabilities marks a pivotal landmark that it will be partnering with Shalva to car- in Israel’s social development; which has ry out its newest national initiative: the in- been straddling the line between social pol- clusion of individuals with disabilities in icy and government policy until now. volunteer military service with the IDF. The The individuals with disabilities in the Shalva National Center in Jerusalem will be Ministry’s new program will be enlisting, housing the majority of male soldiers in albeit on volunteer basis, for the stand- the program, up to 50 beginning in 2019. ard three years of military service as part The Ministry of Social Affairs and Social the IDF’s Home Front Command Unit. Services, the IDF and Shalva are currently Residence as well as social support activi- conducting preliminary preparatory stages ties will take place at the Shalva National ahead of the program’s offi cial launch. Center. Inaugurated by Jerusalem Mayor The IDF has been integrating various Nir Barkat in 2016, the center houses some privately sponsored programs for soldiers of Israel’s largest and most advanced disa- with disabilities since 2013. The success of bility accessible facilities. It was also recent- these special units has been a source of ly designated by the Israeli government pride for Israelis and Jews around the world and the IDF to be an emergency shelter for “We are proud to be part of this national United Nations. Shalva’s newest program is as a refl ection of the IDF’s moral measure. people with disabilities during times of na- movement toward inclusion and equality independent living in the community; of- Nevertheless, the Ministry’s equality clause tional crisis. for people with disabilities in Israel,” says fering apartment housing, employment, Kalman Samuels, founder and president of and social services to adults with disabili- Shalva. “Together we are building a healthi- ties throughout Jerusalem. er, stronger, more inclusive society.” Shalva was founded in 1990 by Kalman and Malki Samuels, parents of a child with disabilities, to provide care and support for children with disabilities and their families. Over the years, the organization has grown to serve thousands of individuals with disabilities on a regular basis through a constellation of programs; such as early intervention therapies and inclusive education from birth through adulthood. The organization has been infl uential in imple- menting new standards for inclusion in social, cultural, and academic spheres; recently assuming consultative status to the CREDITS: SHALVA WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A JEWISH FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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The National Council of Jewish Chari- ties, or Olam Chesed, is “The largest chesed organization that no one had ever heard about…an untold story,” said Rabbi Mor- dechai Roizman, the founder of this “billion-dollar-big” non-profi t corporation. As part of their everyday humanitarian en- deavors, both Rabbi and Mrs. Meechal Roiz- man arrange for families in need to shop for free at their Haverstraw, New York- based 50,000 sq. ft. warehouse, stocking up with anything home-oriented, from toilet paper, toasters, toothbrushes, toys, diapers and cutlery, to couches and recliners. Olam Chesed volunteers at work. “Olam Chesed partners up with big- (l-r) Esther, Shoshana and Ayelet Roizman name companies like Walmart, Bed Bath displaying back-to-school items donated by ing through the aisles when, all of a sud- “The main thing regarding funding and Beyond, Target and La-Z-Boy. They seek Toys ‘R’ Us. den, you hear them laughing, their shoul- would be hiring ongoing sorting and or- charities that have warehousing and capac- ders lifted. They’re smiling just by walking ganizing staff because consistency is al- ity to receive large volumes of merchan- when my husband went out to help out through,” noted Mrs. Roizman. “I was think- ways most effi cient. There’s so many boxes dise through truckload donations. Through in Far Rockaway, he noticed that truck- ing that’s exactly it—that’s exactly it—to that it’s a full-time job…with more funding, overstock and returned items, these busi- loads of goods were coming in from secu- just change a person’s demeanor.” the sky’s the limit...we just want to do, to nesses donate brand-new, high-quality, lar organizations like United Way, The Red “Another women carrying the weight give.” Mrs. Roizman explained that, as of brand-name items,” Rabbi Roizman ex- Cross and Helping Hands. They were donat- of the world with a sick child and a hus- now, warehouse organization and distribu- plained. ing items that the Jewish community were band out of work commented that, de- tion is powered by volunteers alone “to fa- Distributing $10 billion of merchandise spending millions on while they were get- spite her hardships, she has a new Sim- cilitate and keep things fl owing.” every year to Jewish families contending ting it all for free. It really piqued his in- plehuman stainless steel garbage can, and Mrs. Roizman thanked their main part- with divorce, unemployment, fi re and pov- terest, realizing that nobody in the Jewish every time she’s in her kitchen she smiles, ner, Rabbi Raphael Butler, for his continu- erty, helping is something the Roizmans world was tapping into this. Most organi- and that changes the whole atmosphere in ous efforts throughout the development have down to a science. The organization is zations in the Jewish world focus on food the home,” Mrs. Roizman refl ected. A client of Olam Chesed. “We cannot have done “looking for people who aren’t making it,” and clothing. We wanted to do something shared that the family’s new furniture has so much of this without the Afi kim foun- said Mrs. Roizman, who described the pro- that no one else is doing so we can fi ll an- morphed into an incentive program for the dation and Rabbi Raphael Butler. He is our cess as “individuals or organizations calling other need.” children to earn 20 minutes on the reclin- largest donor and supporter, helping us fi - and sending in an application for each in- “These are things they can’t get any- er. Mrs. Roizman “overheard a kallah on the nancially and personally. He really keeps us dividual who’s coming. We then vet the ap- where else, and it’s not a change that’s a phone with her mother, and she just kept going.” plication and assign an appointment time one-time thing. These are items they can saying, ‘Ma, but you don’t know, there’s like To donate, sponsor a family or volun- after getting approved. We always suggest use for years,” Rabbi Roizman further not- everything here. Anything that you can im- teer, please visit http://goodsfortheneedy. bringing a list of items because the families ed. agine is here. Everything that we would org/non-profi ts/. can get very overwhelmed when they walk Witnessing the family’s strength in- need. I don’t even know where to start…’” in, because there are just so many things. spires its own sort of strength for everyone By the numbers, Olam Chesed has pro- The word is overwhelmed. The reaction is involved. Rabbi Roizman shared, “What a vided relief for thousands of people wish- always ‘wow! There’s so much stuff.’” With difference it makes to a person’s life. It gives ing and waiting for succor. Three hundred a shopping cart in hand, poverty-stricken a person a boost, hope, -(trust) that Hashem families were provided for in 2016 alone, families are guided through the categorized still loves them.” He added, “I used to just and more than 700 were helped in 2017. warehouse and “before they leave, there’s a speak about the cognitive part because of That number translates into $600 to $4,000, check-out process where we write down my background in business. Olam Chesed per delivery truck, deviating by distance, everything that they took.” is a magnifi er. $600,000 can leverage into and can yield $50,000 in home goods. As- Covering all ground, Olam Chesed also 10 times as much—doing more with your piring to extend the chesed to its entire ca- supplies goods to non-profi t schools and chesed, investing in a place that can take it pacity, Rabbi Roizman related that “we are camps, and is currently kicking off a new further. We have to be creative with limited just scraping the surface...We have hun- awareness campaign, “World of Giving,” as funds, tzedaka and ma’aser (tithe) money.” dreds of families that have fi lled out appli- part of its outreach program. Mrs. Roizman Every family brings another story and cation forms. Everyday we turn away thou- noted, “We work with the village of Spring every story brings a fi ner realization of sands, and every year millions of dollars of Valley and have monthly events with them. both Olam Chesed’s monetary and emo- goods...we are inundated with requests. We We also work with food banks in Queens, tional value. This shopping experience gen- have goods and the people who need them, Manhattan and many other places. erates peace of mind and just plain ecsta- it’s the in-between part that’s the challenge, A shipment of Bounty paper towels. “We sell items like paper towels to char- sy for those grasping for the ground. “We the funds and manpower…help with truck- ities like Tomchei Shabbos, Ohel and Wom- had a volunteer who said the thing they ing, warehousing, shelving and other logis- Rachel Liebling is a freshman at Stern College for Women. en’s League…We are here to help charities love most is watching a couple start walk- tical support.” save money by only charging them for overhead, a fraction of the price,” Rabbi Roizman added. In turn, that money can be philanthropically recycled to run the warehouse, helping people all over again. For example, Mrs. Roizman related that large companies partner with them to of- fl oad overstocked or imperfect merchandise. “Target sent us two truckloads of mis- labeled pillows because it cost them more to redo the packaging. If they donate specif- ically to the needy and ill, they get what’s called enhanced tax deductions. So really, this creates good through many aspects.” Olam Chesed doesn’t just benefi t the givers and getters, “it’s helping the environment; the excess supplies are not being dumped. We are reusing and repurposing it in a positive way.” Mrs. Roizman shared the genesis of Olam Chesed. “During Hurricane Sandy The Olam Chesed team. 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 25 THE ARTS ‘Hartsig’ Folksbiene Yiddish ‘Fiddler On the Roof’ Extends Run to November 18 By Pearl Markovitz of the play—tradition. At one point in the tors who auditioned for the 26 parts, the edy routines, Jackie Hoffman was perfect play when the tiny village of Anatevka was majority were not at all familiar with the in the role. When she fi rst came onto the Performed to packed audiences since its attacked by Cossacks in a pogrom and the Yiddish language as they are not Jewish. stage, you couldn’t help thinking that you opening on July 4, the Folksbiene’s Yiddish curtain bearing the word Torah was torn But under the tutelage of Teaneck’s Zal- knew her from somewhere, as she was so “Fiddler on the Roof” production has ex- in half, we understood the message clear- man Mlotek, who serves as the artistic di- familiar in looks, speech and gesture. Her tended its run to November 18. Even with ly. But in the very next scene, the torn fab- rector and conductor of the orchestra, to- motives were clear—from her exaggera- these additional performances, tickets are ric had been repaired with irregular black gether with director Joel Grey, veteran star tions, to her “kvetching,” to her sampling of at a premium. There is also talk circulating stitches, but nonetheless repaired—again, of Broadway, working with a multi-talent- the Shabbat food. Our hearts went out to that the show may be moving to Broadway easy for all to understand. At the end of ed team including specialists in Yiddish lan- her, struggling for survival through creative where it has been performed several times the production, when the edict of expul- guage articulation, the actors came across as manipulations. before, but always in English. sion was carried out somberly by the villag- believable and authentic, almost as if they The choreography was captivating, full The baby boomers who comprised ers clutching their meager belongings, Te- had spent their formative years in a shtetl. of life and style. The special effects, despite most of the packed audience at the August vye proudly carried the Torah scroll aloft to Steven Skybell as Tevye was immedi- the paucity of scenery, were very creative as 22 performance have most likely seen the his new home in America. Again, the mes- ately lovable. He combined an innocence in the scene when Frume-Sora came back play multiple times, in the theater or on sage was clear. with a forced practicality. When he was be- in a nightmare to warn against the shid- the screen. However, based upon the over- The musical numbers with which we set with a major decision, he came to God duch with her husband, the butcher Motl whelmingly enthusiastic applause at the are all familiar were played and sung with with a spreadsheet of “on the one hand” Kamzoyl. Again, a mere sheet of fabric cre- conclusion of the show, this production depth of feeling and emotion. The dialogue, versus “on the other hand.” His decisions ated this nightmarish scenario. had something special to add to the classic which again is familiar to many, was con- were always full of compassion and, yes, The multiple curtain calls and effusive story: heart. From the opening number to veyed in a rich, idiomatic Yiddish which of- heart. Even his last whispered blessing to comments of the audience as they were ex- the fi nal scene, the actors put on a “hartsig” tentimes went beyond the literal English his daughter who had abandoned the faith iting the theater were testimonials to the performance that penetrated the hearts of and Russian translations provided on the was compassionate and sincere. His often production’s excellence. And the location the audience. hangings. Familiar Yiddish sayings from incorrect quotations from the Torah as well of the theater, at the Museum of Jewish With a mere six crinkly sheets of pale our parents’ or grandparents’ homes were as his “created Rashi commentaries” were Heritage, within sight of our iconic Statue fabric hanging from ceiling to fl oor as back- interjected into the dialogue which added charming and all for a good purpose. When of Liberty, only added to the experience. drop, the show was energetic, engaging humor and authenticity to the speeches. he asked Golde if she “loves” him, it was ob- The Folksbiene Yiddish Fiddler on the and highly expressive. The inclusion of one Most of all, the genuine characteriza- vious that his love for her was genuine. Roof is playing at The Museum of Jewish word—Torah—in Hebrew, on the middle tions made the production a winner. Iron- The characterization of Yente was in- Heritage, Edmond J. Safra Plaza, 36 Battery hanging added to the overriding message ically, of the 2,500 submissions and 700 ac- comparable. Known for her stand-up com- Place, NY 10280. For tickets visit NYTF.org. ‘My Parsifal Conductor’ Begins Previews Off Broadway

By JLBWC Staff night is on Oct. 11) and will run until No- sists that the son of a rabbi, Hermann Levi “My Parsifal Conductor” is directed by vember 3 at the Marjorie S. Deane Little (Geoffrey Cantor), conduct the premiere of the founder of New York’s Chelsea Theatre The new Off-Broadway comedy, “My Theater at the West Side YMCA, 10 W 64th Wagner’s sacred fi nal opera, Parsifal. In this Center, Robert Kalfi n, and produced by the Parsifal Conductor,” is written by Emmy Street in New York City. comedic spin on real-life events, Maestro award-winning not-for-profi t theatre com- award, Writers’ Guild award, and Christo- Musical genius Richard Wagner (Ed- Levi must consider his complex relation- pany The Directors Company, by special ar- pher award winner Allan Leicht. The show die Kobich) and his devoted wife Cosima ship with the Wagners. Does art have its rangement with producer Ted Snowdon. began previews on September 25 (opening (Claire Brownell) fi nd themselves in a mor- “special needs,” after all? “My Parsifal Con- Don’t miss “My Parsifal Conductor,” A al, political and musical dilemma when ductor” is the world premiere comedy that Wagnerian comedy. Six weeks only (9/25 - CLASSIFIEDS - King Ludwig of Bavaria (Carlo Bosticco) in- dares to probe that question. 11/3). Visit www.myparsifalconductor.com. HELP WANTED FEATURES SALES ASSOCIATE Leading international legal services What a Wonderful World company, headquartered in New York By David Goldstein started to eat. A short while later, as I was City’s Financial District, is seeking Sales fi nishing my sandwich, a gentleman sit- Associates to join our dynamic and fast These days people ting at my table asked if I would help him growing team. The role entails driving complain a lot. Poli- make a mezumin for bentching. 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By Jamie Feit are presented in a way to infl uence people spinach to boost your vitamins. 3-4 Tbsps. chopped fresh basil to purchase them. An example of this is a • Roast, steam or boil vegetables for the Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Is pizza healthier if cereal box. For example, the front of the base of your meals. Place a piece of parchment paper on top you eat a salad with it? box may show a picture of cereal with fresh • Add calorie-free extras when cooking to of a rimmed cookie sheet. That is quite a fruit, maybe blueberries or sliced strawber- improve the taste of food, such as zest Slice spaghetti squash in half, remove question; if you were ries. It is being marketed to make consum- of citrus fruits, fresh herbs, minced gar- seeds with a spoon, and place skin side up; to eat a slice of pizza ers think the cereal is healthy because it is lic or sliced fresh ginger. bake for approximately 45 minutes until that substitutes a sal- being consumed with fresh fruit. It’s easier than you would think. All of soft. ad on top instead of cheese then yes. If you If cereal is a choice of a convenience us eat by looking at and smelling our food Spray a Pyrex-type dish with cooking were to eat a traditional slice of pizza with because it is quick, is then washing and fi rst. If you were eating pizza that smelled spray, set aside. cheese, and a salad on the side, the answer putting fruit on top still convenient? It is like rotten chicken you probably wouldn’t Use a fork to scrape the stringy spaghet- would most likely be no. probably not. So the point here is that im- eat it. The solution is to cook high-fi ber, ti squash into a bowl. This phenomenon has a name; it is proving health and losing weight need to low-calorie foods in ways that look and smell Place ½ squash in the prepared dish, on called “negative calorie illusion.” be done by changing the way you think delicious. So try to make a soup full of veg- top place ½ the sauce, then ½ the cottage The research on this topic suggests about food. Instead of thinking a high-fat, gies using fresh herbs, make an omelet with cheese. that people perceive the calorie content of high-calorie food is healthy if you add a the leftover veggies in the fridge or roast an Top with ½ the parmesan cheese high-calorie foods to be much less when vegetable on the side, focus on the vege- ordinary vegetable like cherry tomatoes with Repeat layers with the remaining ½ of those foods are consumed with a healthy table or fruit as the main, more important a little olive oil and spices—the aroma will ingredients, top with basil. side such as celery sticks or salad. Calories part of the meal and the result achieved is be fantastic. Get lost in the vegetable aisle at Lower the oven temperature to 350 de- when estimated by people are based on healthier eating. the supermarket and always try something grees and bake for 35-40 minutes or until their perception, which does not necessar- Fruits and vegetables contain fi ber, that looks interesting and colorful. bubbling and golden brown. ily include knowledge of the actual calorie which require the human body to actual- content of the foods. ly burn calories to digest them. That is why Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Jamie Feit, MS, RD, received her bachelor of business admin- Decreasing calories is a signifi cant fac- everyone should be eating plenty of fruits (Cheesy, saucy and delicious but full of istration degree from The George Washington University and tor in successful weight reduction and the and vegetables every day. Let me provide nutrients and fi ber) her master’s of science degree in clinical nutrition from New goal is for people to learn how to eat health- some suggestions: Ingredients York University. She completed her dietetic internship in affi li- ier by actually decreasing calories that are • Cut-up veggies in a Ziploc bag make a 1 spaghetti squash ation with Mount Sinai Medical Center. In addition to her work consumed. This topic presents a problem great snack. 1 large jar of your favorite marinara with Jamie Feit Nutrition, LLC, Jamie provides coverage at Bly- thedale Children’s Hospital and works part time at Westmed most often in the supermarket. • Grill some fruit like peaches, melon or sauce Medical Group. She can be reached at Jamie@Jamiefeitnutri- Why is this important? pineapple for a fantastic dessert. 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese tion.com or 914-304-4008. Packaged products in the supermarket • Make a smoothie with some kale or 3 cups, 2-4% whipped cottage cheese Oh, M y Gout!

By Melissa Papir when high levels of uric acid in the blood 3. Medical conditions (i.e. uncontrolled Kolb, MS,RD (which is a product of purine metabolism diabetes mellitus, hypertension, metabolic and is a normal component of urine) pro- syndrome, and chronic kidney disease) Gout, once rele- duces monosodium urate crystals to form 4. Certain medications (thiazide diuret- gated as a disease to and accumulate in and around the joints. ics and low dose aspirin) the rich and prosper- In normal circumstances, uric acid dis- 5. Family history of gout ous, is now a condition solves in the blood and passes through the 6. Age and sex (gout tends to occur more that has dug its painful kidneys, ending up in your urine. Howev- often in men, as women tend to have lower claws into the masses, affecting more than er, sometimes the body either produces too uric acid levels. However, post menopause, 3 million people every year. Gout is a form much uric acid or the kidneys cant/don’t women’s uric acid levels shoot up, rivaling and reduced serum urate concentrations. of arthritis, characterized by severe pain at- excrete enough of it. There are certain fac- men’s levels) Coffee consumption seems to have an in- tacks, swelling, and tenderness in the joints. tors that increase risk for gout: 7. Recent surgery or trauma verse association with gout risk (meaning, It often attacks the joint by the big toe, a 1. Diet (which I will delve more into) Referring back to the term, “disease the more coffee you drink, the lower your condition known as podagra. Gout occurs 2. Obesity of the rich”, gout attacks can be affected risk becomes). through purine intake, which can be found In regard to cherries, Zhang et al. (2012) in some animal products, once thought to conducted a case-crossover study (the case be only sectioned off to the wealthy due to serves as their own control in the study) their delicacy and isolating prices! Foods to examine the association between cher- high in purines include organ and glandu- ry intake and recurrent gout attacks. When lar meats (liver, kidney, and sweetbreads), cherry intake was combined with allopu- red meats, anchovies, shellfi sh, sardines, rinol use (one of the medication used to tuna, alcohol (especially beer). Those kinds treat gout), the risk of gout attacks was 75% of foods can be expensive but these days lower than during periods without either are accessible to most. Medical profession- exposure. als once advised against eating vegetables There is some research stating that fruc- high in purines like mushrooms, spinach, tose intake (i.e. high fructose corn syrup, and asparagus, but research has shown that fruits, etc.) may increase uric acid levels, but they actually don’t increase risk of hyperu- more research needs to be done in order to ricemia. Other high-purine foods like oat- confi rm any recommendations. meal, nuts, and legumes don’t seem to in- If you do have gout, it’s important to crease risk as well. reach out to your doctor to discuss your op- Foods like coffee and cherries (especial- tions. Medication/diet changes may be able ly tart cherry juice) have been researched to help exacerbate the pain associated with on their effi cacy on lowering gout risk. Hut- gout. Speak with a dietitian about making ton et al. (2018) states that increased coffee realistic diet changes if necessary when try- intake is associated with lower risk of gout ing to relive gout-relayed symptoms. 28 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM I’m happy & sober thanks to RAC!

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718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 29 SCHOOLS 2-Year-Old Nursery Chag Sukkot Is Fun at at Stein Yeshiva Westchester Torah Academy Celebrates Sukkot From the early childhood sukkot being built, to the middle school ensuring the The children of the 2-year-old Nursery at school’s sukkah had all elements to make Stein Yeshiva early childhood are busy get- it kosher, the students at WTA prepared for ting ready and having fun learning about the chag b’simcha! After learning the many the upcoming chagim of chodesh Tishrei: mitzvot and customs to practice on Suk- Sukkot and Simchat Torah! The yeladim kot prior to the holiday, the students were are shaking the lulav, smelling the esrog, able to apply what they had learned while preparing decorations to hang in the suk- school was in session on Chol Hamoed. kah and proudly waving their fl ags around Students also enjoyed special fi eld trips, in- that they will be bringing home for Sim- cluding a middle school “sukkah hop” and chat Torah. a chesed trip to prepare packages for chil- To truly experience and celebrate the dren at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. chag, the 2 year olds are putting up a Suk- The entire school partook in “sukkah sci- kah right in the classroom! First, the chil- ence,” a STEM project between oldest and dren painted a large canvas to hang around youngest grades that taught them about the wooden frame of the sukkah. Next, the tefi llah of geshem (rain). the children ventured outside on a nature walk to fi nd schach to hang over the top. Lastly, the children embellished “bruchim habaim” signs to use to welcome in their guests. On Friday, the 2 year old’s joined in the rest of the early childhood classes for a school wide chagiga! The children brought their toy torahs, lulav and esrogim, person- alized degalim and danced up and down the hallways and around the recess yard to the joyous singing of “Torah Tzivah Lanu Moshe!” Chag sameach l’kulam!

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On the upcoming city holidays of Co- Meet Reggio inspired and Israeli Univer- lumbus Day and Election Day, Kinneret sity trained early childhood certifi ed pre- Preschool will open its doors to the com- school staff in the warm, nurturing envi- munity for their Preschool Expo. ronment that has served the Riverdale and Middle Schoolers at Parents and children from age 18 New York City community for over 70 years. months and up are invited to join the 3s 10% discount on tuition for new pre- WTA Enjoy Interactive and 4s experiencing their daily routine, school families. Oct. 8 and Nov. 6 from fi lled with art, music and “big sibling” stu- 8:15-9:45. For more information, call 718- Beit Midrash dent reading program and much more in 548-0900 or email kinneret@kinneretday- the brand new KDS facility. school.org Fifth and sixth graders at Westches- ter Torah Academy were the fi rst students to step foot into middle school since the school opened its doors in 2013. With that milestone came many different aspects including a longer school day, special elec- tives and the school’s fi rst beit midrash. In line with WTA’s rotational learning model, students are divided into groups that rotate between Tanach study, Ivrit, learning in chavruta and a virtual Mishna class taught over Zoom conferencing—allowing for focused, individualized learning and the most modern take on a traditional beit midrash.

Kindergarteners at WTA Learn Math in a Fun Way

Kindergarten students have begun to put their counting skills to good use in their fi rst math lessons at Westchester To- rah Academy. How many days of school have they had so far? How many days are left in the month? To answer these questions, the children in the classroom were split up by the number of letters they have Moriah Middle School in their name. These are some of the questions and ideas that are exciting for the stu- Remembers Ari Fuld, HY”D dents and encourage their curiosity and interest in math. Working with their teachers Our nation lost a special individu- as well as on computers, the students were al and hero with the tragic loss of Ari exposed to many fun avenues to further Fuld, HY”D. Moriah partnered with many understand the subject. schools around the country by reciting perakim of Tehillim in his memory. Prior to the recitation, students were privileged to hear from Fuld’s cousin, lower school morah, Ahuva Forman. Forman beauti- fully gave students a look into what made Fuld a hero and the incredible family man he was. She eloquently described his man- ner and inspiring persona, shedding light onto the type of Jew he was and the kind of hero we lost. Students were inspired by his courage and the many acts of chesed he associated himself with over his life and took those thoughts into their Yom Kippur tefi llot. 32 October 4, 2018 • 25 Tishrei, 5778 718-564-6710 • WWW.JEWISHLINKBWC.COM SCHOOLS SPORTS MTA Celebrates Sukkot at Yeshiva University Men’s Simchas Beit Hashoevas Cross Country Team MTA talmidim and rebbeim enjoyed Dedicates Win in Memory spending time together on Sukkot at Sim- chas Beit Hashoevas in Brooklyn, Highland Park, Monsey, Queens and Teaneck. Each of Ilana Pfeffer, z”l event was packed with ruach—from inspirational divrei Torah to singing, dancing (Courtesy of yumacs.com) The Ye- Staten Island Invitational, at Clove Lakes and even a sukkah-making contest! shiva University men’s cross country Park, next Sunday at 10:00 a.m. team was victorious at the York Col- At the York College (N.Y.) Invitational, lege (NewYork) Invitational, at Van Cort- the men’s cross country team ran in mem- landt Park, last week. Yeshiva earned 85 ory Ilana Pfeffer, Yosef Pfeffer’s sister, who points as a unit. This is the second time recently passed away. the Maccabees earned fi rst place this year, as YU opened the season with a win at the Baruch College Invitational back on September 9. “This team continues to impress me with their ability to run tough and as a team,” Yeshiva University head coach Jose Miranda said. Junior Jonathan Greenberg and senior Yeshiva University Yonatan Schreiber rounded out the top 10, fi nishing ninth (30:40.2) and tenth (30:44.0) Softball Alumni Game respectively in the 8k race. Greenberg averaged 6:10.3 per mile, while Schreiber ran Set for October 21 at each mile with an average time of 6:11.1. Sophomore Zachary Greenberg fi n- Fordham University ished 19th overall, with a time of 32:37.6 and averaged 6:33.9 per mile. Senior Yosef (Courtesy of yumacs.com) The Yeshiva are invited to attend. Everyone who par- Pfeffer had a strong performance, fi nishing University softball team will be hosting ticipates will receive a Yeshiva softball 25th overall out of 107 runners. He crossed an alumni game, on Sunday, October 21. throwback jersey. the fi nish line at the 33:22.7 mark. Sopho- The special event will take place at Ford- Anyone who is interested in partici- more Joshua Hamburger was the 38th run- ham University, beginning at 7:00 p.m. pating in the alumni game can e-mail Car- ner to complete the race, fi nishing with a All Yeshiva University softball alumni ly Moss at [email protected]. time of 35:30.3. Yeshiva will compete in the College of Yosef Pff efer

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Zombie Houses for which they are responsible. Residents House Information Form or, if there is im- CONTINUED FROM P. 34 can also report vacant homes not properly minent danger posed by the property, call Vivian J. Oleen is an associate broker at Sopher Realty. maintained at www.dfs.ny.gov. 911 (if no imminent danger, call 311). be donated to be used for affordable hous- In July 2017, New York City’s Housing ing. Neighbors pitch in and mow lawns and Preservation & Development agency be- park in driveways to make it appear that the gan Zombie House Initiative, a one-year house is occupied. Private enterprise can pilot program to perform “exterior sur- become involved by buying these houses, veys of Zombie Houses; aggregate infor- rehabilitating them, and selling them. mation about Zombie Houses through a WESTCHESTER New York State has established a Zom- new database; design new approaches to bie House hotline. On June 28, 2016, Gov- return Zombie Houses to productive use; COUNTY’S ernor Cuomo announced the hotline for and conduct outreach to homeowners at AWARD WINNING residents to report vacant abandoned hous- risk of foreclosure.” HPD also helped to en- es to be added to a New York State regis- force the aforementioned Zombie Proper- REAL ESTATE try. Call 800-342-3736 (NYS Department of ty and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2016 Financial Services). The department will (the “Zombie Law”) in which New York AGENT identify the mortgage servicer in order State requires lenders and servicers to in- to initiate maintenance of the property. spect, secure, maintain and report Zom- ELIZABETH “ESTI” WINKLER Banks and mortgage servicers must report bie Houses to the New York State Depart- vacant properties no later than 15 days after ment of Financial Services. HPD reported learning of their abandonment. Should the Zombie Houses not being maintained to Any agent can sell you vacant house not be maintained then the the NYC Law Department, which pursued DFS and the property’s municipality can legal action against the banks and servicers. property or find you a seek fi nes of up to $500 per day from the The program works even better if residents home. Esti’s specialty is companies that do not maintain houses fi ll out (even anonymously) HPD’s Zombie helping her clients make the best financial and MORTGAGES quality of life decision. LICENSED REAL ESTATE Purchase Loans. Refinance Loans. ...And Everything In Between SALESPERSON • Our Local Processors 917-584-6986 Shmuel Shayowitz [email protected] • Our Local Underwriters President - Mortgage Banking • Our Local Appraisers Direct Lender NMLS # 19871 PROUDLY SERVING • Our Common-Sense Decisions New Rochelle, Scarsdale, Larchmont and • Our Lowest Wholesale Rates (201) 833-0123 surrounding areas in Westchester County [email protected] • Our Quick Approval and Closings SPECIALIZING IN Sales, Luxury Homes, Domestic Your Local Mortgage Bank! and International Relocation (800) 475-0123 www.approvedfunding.com NEW ROCHELLE OFFICE 1315 North Avenue New Rochelle, NY 10804 LICENSED MORTGAGE BANKER NMLS#5411 • NY/NJ/CT/PA/FL/TX/IL FHA/VA DIRECT LENDER 914 - 576 -1112 THOUSANDS OF CLIENTS. BILLION$ IN FUNDING. THREE DECADES OF SERVICE ©2018 Independently Owned and Operated by the Rand Family.

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