Israel@70 bash climax to 7 weeks, 7 days of happenings Clearwater, FL 33758-6970 P. O. Box 6970 Jewish Press of Pinellas County The Jewish Press Group of Tampa Bay, Inc. The Tampa Bay community will come Starting at 10:30 a.m., the celebration events. together on Sunday, April 22 to celebrate will feature children and adult activities During the seven weeks prior to the Is- Israel’s 70th birthday and in advance of this including book events and a movie, a DJ rael Independence Day celebration, tidbits milestone, the Tampa JCCs and Federation dance party, Israeli wine and beer tasting about Israel and famous Israelis are be- is getting the community ready with “7 and a kids zone. Plus what would a party be ing featured in Shalom Tampa, the Tampa weeks, 7 days Celebrating Israel@70.” without food: lots of Israeli-themed good- JCCs and Federation’s weekly e-newslet- The main event will be a daylong party ies are on the menu, along with the Happy ter, and on the Jewishtampa.com website. at the Maureen & Douglas Cohn Jewish Birthday Israel Cupcake Extravaganza to And for the final seven days before the Community Campus in Citrus Park. More end the day at 3:15 p.m. big event, the community is invited to in- than 1,500 people are expected to attend But the excitement will be building way dulge in Israel themed activities. and the festivities will go on rain or shine. before then with other free community CELEBRATION continued on PAGE 14

win show tickets The Jewish Press Group Jewish Press Online U.S. POSTAGE PAID of Tampa Bay, Inc. PRESORTED Ticket Contest STANDARD See inside for details. www.jewishpresstampa.com VOL. 30, NO. 17 TAMPA, FLORIDA A MARCH 22 - APRIL 5, 2018 20 PAGES Morsels you (probably) don’t know about Passover My Jewish Learning via JTA news service 1. In Gibraltar, there’s dust in the charoset. The traditional charoset is a sweet Passover paste whose texture is meant as a reminder of the mortar the enslaved Jews used to build in ancient Egypt. The name itself is related to the Hebrew word for clay. In Ashkenazi tradition, it is traditionally made from crushed nuts, apples and sweet red wine, while Sephardic Jews use figs or dates. But the tiny Jewish community of this small British territory at the tip of the Iberian Peninsula takes the brick symbolism to another level, using the dust of actual bricks in their recipe.

2. Arizona Is a hub for matzah wheat. Hasidic Jews from Brooklyn have been increasingly sourcing wheat for their Passover matzah from farmers in Arizona. Excessive moisture in wheat kernels can result in fermentation, rendering the harvest unsuitable for Passover use. But rain is scarce in Arizona, which allows for a stricter standard of matzah production. Rabbis from New York travel to Arizona in the days leading up to the harvest, where they inspect the grains meticulously to ensure they are cut at the precise moisture levels.

3. At the Seder, Persian Jews whip each other with scallions. Many of the Passover Seder rituals are intended to re-create the sensory experience of Egyptian slavery, from the eating of bitter herbs and matzah to the dipping of greenery in saltwater, which symbolizes the tears shed by the oppressed Israelites. Some Jews from Iran and Afghanistan have the tradition of whipping each other with green onions before the singing of “Dayenu.” 4. Karaite Jews skip the wine. Karaite Jews reject rabbinic Judaism, observing only laws detailed in the Torah. That’s why they don’t drink the traditional four cups of wine at the Seder. Wine is fermented, and fermented foods are prohibited on Passover, so instead they drink fruit juice. (Mainstream Jews Passover - the Festival of Freedom hold that only fermented grains are prohibited.) The Karaites also eschew First Seder - Friday, March 30 KNOW continued on PAGE 5 Rabbi with a badge Tampa Police hires first Jewish chaplain By THAIS LEON-MILLER ond part? Enter Rabbi Mendy Du- than a year to complete. Jewish Press browski, director of Chabad Chai of The rabbi said the idea to become The City of Tampa Police Depart- South Tampa. a police chaplain first came to him Rabbi Mendy On Feb. 15, Rabbi Dubrowski of- during a conversation with Tampa Dubrowski ment’s mission statement is simple: receives his to reduce crime and enhance the ficially became the Tampa Police De- Mayor Bob Buckhorn and lawyer badge from quality of life through a cooperative partment’s first Jewish chaplain (at Barry Cohen two years ago. Rabbi Tampa Police partnership with all citizens. least the first anyone can remember), Dubrowski said while discussing Chief Brian The police officers handle crime complete with badge in hand. community issues with the two men, Dugan. reduction, but what to do for the sec- It was a journey that took longer CHAPLAIN continued on PAGE 5 PAGE 2 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018

Jewish Press Online Ticket Contest Dentist, ‘mensch’ is Maimonides Society honoree The Maimonides Society of Tampa will honor Dr. Ron children to engage in causes that ensure for a better Win Pross with its leadership award on Tuesday, May 1 at the and brighter Jewish tomorrow. 2Tickets Bryan Glazer Family JCC , 522 N. Howard Ave., Tampa. Guest speaker Lockwood is the senior vice president American Stage in the Park The annual event will also feature guest speaker of USF Health as well as the medical school dean. In DEMENS LANDING ~ ST. PETERSBURG Dr. Charles Lockwood, dean of USF Health Morsani this role, he leads the Morsani College of Medicine College of Medicine, who will provide a look at how and the Colleges of Nursing, Public Health and Phar- APRIL 18 ~ MAY 13 Channelside’s Water Street redevelopment project will macy as well as the School of Physical Therapy and The winner will be chosen revolutionize the future of medicine in Tampa Bay. Rehabilitation Sciences. He also oversees the USF from those correctly The event will kick off with a cocktail reception with Physicians Group, which is the faculty group practice answering the following: heavy hors d’oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. and will be followed of the medical school and the largest multi specialty by the program at 7:15 p.m. group practice in West-Central Florida. Lockwood WHO IS THE JEWISH COMIC GENIUS Pross has practiced dentistry for more than 42 years in also holds the rank of professor in the Department of BEHIND THE PRODUCERS? Tampa. He received his bachelor’s degree from Queens Obstetrics and Gynecology. To enter: College of City University of Lockwood will talk about Go to www.JEWISHPRESSTAMPA.com New York and his dental degree the new USF Health Morsani ONLY online submissions will be accepted. Deadline for submission April 9, 2018 from the University of Penn- College of Medicine and Heart One submission per day allowed. sylvania. Upon graduation, he Institute, currently under con- spent two years as a captain struction at Meridian Avenue in the U.S. Air Force Dental and Channelside Drive and Corps, serving at MacDill Air scheduled to open in 2019. Force Base and then started The medical school and heart a private practice. He formed institute will be a key anchor North Pointe Dental Associates in Jeff Vinik’s $3 billion Stra- where he has spent his entire Honoree Dr. Ron Pross Guest speaker Dr. tegic Property Partners Water dental career. In a professional Charles Lockwood Street Development, which is capacity, he volunteers at the Gulf Coast Dental Out- destined to become the world’s first WELL certified reach Clinic, is a member of the Hillsborough County city district. 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The food is always fresh and hot and the beer is always cold! “Ron embodies what it means to be a mensch in and The Maimonides Society event is sponsored by Val- outside of the office,” said Dr. Stephen Kreitzer, this ley National Bank and is free for all Federation donors, GOOGLE REVIEWS HHHHH – “The food was amazing, the staff year’s Maimonides Society event chair. “He is actively with an entry fee of $25 per person for all non-donors. were awesome, and the drinks were fantastic. involved in the Jewish community and continues to The Maimonides Society is a fellowship of physi- HHHHH – “I am not a huge The head chef Cole was awesome to meet serve as a dedicated lay leader in various capacities.” cians and dentists and other healthcare professionals fan of salad, but I decided and was happy to chat with my friends and Pross is active at Congregation Kol Ami, where he is who seek to strengthen the bonds between themselves, to eat healthy and try I about the food. I would highly recommend Fat Rabbit’s salad... past president and sits on the board of directors, Ritual Israel and the broader Jewish community. The Mai- checking this place out if you’re a foodie. This Committee and Rabbi Search Committee. He is active monides Society includes healthcare professionals best salad I’ve ever had!” isn’t the place for your standard fair food... Thank goodness.” in other organizations as well as a Tampa JCCs and who are committed to the highest ideals of the health- Federation board member, board liaison to Hillels of care profession. They serve as resources to the Jewish HOURS: Sun – Thurs 11:30am -11:00pm / Fri & Sat 11:30am – 1:00am the Florida Suncoast and a Washington Club member and general community whenever leadership might be HAPPY HOUR: Monday – Thursday 4:00pm - 7:00pm of AIPAC. As the past president of Jewish National needed, whether in areas of philanthropy, health action Fund, Pross has further demonstrated his commitment or scholarship. 16029 Tampa Palms Blvd. W., Tampa 33647 (Tampa Palms Publix Shopping Center) to Jewish life, to Israel and to creating a better world. For more information about the Maimonides Society 813.252.3004 (Reservations not required) Pross and his wife, Susan, are committed to setting or to RSVP, visit jewishtampa.com/Maimonides or www.FatRabbitPub.com • [email protected] an example for their three children and eight grand- call Michelle Gallagher at (813) 739-1687. Over 20,000 protest coming deportation of Africans in Israel JERUSALEM (JTA) – More than 20,000 protested in Tel Aviv against a government plan to de- port African asylum seekers from Eritrea and Sudan to a third coun- try in Africa. The rally in Rabin Square was organized by NGOs (non-govern- mental organizations), Sudanese and Eritrean groups, Stop the De- portation movement and the South Tel Aviv against the Deportation group, the Jerusalem Post report- ed. The deportations were scheduled to begin on April 1, but Israel’s Su- preme Court has halted the deporta- tions until it reviews a petition filed against the practice. According to the government plan, migrants who choose to leave by March 31 will receive a payment of $3,500 as well as free airfare and other in- centives. There are up to 40,000 Eritreans and Sudanese living in Israel, in- cluding 5,000 children.

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By RON KAMPEAS director of the JFNA. (JFNA’s predecessor, JTA news service United Jewish Communities, in 2001 also WASHINGTON – President George W. opposed the Bush faith-based initiative.) Bush’s first act as president, on Jan. 29, Rep. Grace Meng, D-NY, the lead Demo- 2001, was to open an office of Faith-Based cratic co-sponsor of the FEMA legislation, and Community Initiatives. Church-state was brought up as a devout Christian and separations that had hindered such partner- has a substantial Orthodox constituency in ships, he said in a statement, were “inher- her Queens district. Those elements made ently unfair.” the legislation a no-brainer, she said. Jewish groups, civil libertarians and Dem- “As a representative of a diverse and ocrats immediately raised concerns, and the multicultural neighborhood, people needed Bush administration soon dispatched the of- to know their government is there for them fice’s then-director, John DiIulio, to a Jew- regardless of their faith,” she said. (Meng’s ish conference to make the case and note district was hard hit by Superstorm Sandy money would not directly assist churches in 2012). Meng noted that her bill included and synagogues. Critics remained skeptical. constitutional protections: Money could not CARLYN NEUMAN Fast forward 17 years: Congress passed go to “church pews and Bibles” but to secu- LICENSED REALTOR® a law last month that would allow federal lar services provided by a house of worship. LICENSED FLORIDA ATTORNEY disaster relief to go straight to churches and Daroff said that much of the Jewish oppo- 813.508.2715 synagogues. President Donald Trump signed sition to church-state partnerships derived www.360RealtyTampa.com from anxieties about majority privilege that the bipartisan bill, ensuring that houses of 324 N. CARLYNDale Mabry Highway,Tampa, NEUMAN FL 33609 Equal Housing Opportunity worship and secular nonprofit organizations have long since subsided. are treated equally when applying for disas- “There was an era when Jews could not ter through the Federal Emergency Manage- live in certain neighborhoods, Jewish doc- ment Agency. tors could not practice in certain hospitals,” Hardly anyone blinked. At least two Jew- he said. “We’ve evolved as a country and we ish groups unnerved by Bush’s actions wel- don’t need to be as fearful of government or comed the law, and the legislation included of intrusion.” Democratic sponsors. Abba Cohen, who heads the Washing- What happened? Interviews with a range ton office of Agudah, the haredi Orthodox of Jewish officials suggested a number of interest group that advocated for nonprofit factors: security grants and the FEMA grants, said “Certainly from the Bush years and hostility toward religion is abating. “Soci- through the Obama years, it became a more ety and the courts are rejecting absolutist consensus principle that it’s appropriate in policies of the past that too often evinced a certain concepts for government to partner hostility toward religion and religious insti- with religious groups and even in providing tutions,” he said in an email. “There is an religious groups funding,” said Nathan Dia- understanding that there is a need for a more ment, Washington director of the Orthodox balanced, more reasoned approach — one Union, among the few Jewish organizations that looks to fairness and rejects discrimina- that welcomed Bush’s 2001 initiative. tion against religious community organiza- Obama, as the Democratic nominee in tions simply because they are religious.” 2008, said that while he “believed deeply” The conservative majority on the Su- in separation of church and state, he thought preme Court also has left its imprint on the partnership was okay as long as the church-state separations. Most recently, last money was not used for proselytizing and it year, the court ruled 7-2 that a church may was spent strictly on secular programs, like receive government funds for secular pur- child care or addiction recovery. pose – in that case, repaving a playground. “There was no political cost to be paid” Court rulings, Diament noted, tend to shape by Obama in backing faith-based partner- the overall debate by signaling to partisans ships, said Marc Stern, the general counsel what is winnable and what is not. He said for the American Jewish Committee. AJC he did not expect a fight on the FEMA law. opposed Bush’s office in 2001, but more “To take an extreme position on that recently lobbied to advance the disaster re- would be at odds with Supreme Court’s un- lief bill. Stern said Democrats were going to derstanding of the constitution,” he said. vote for Obama anyway, and Obama as the Nevertheless, David Barkey, the Anti- nominee had to tack to the center. Defamation League’s religious freedom Additionally Obama, with his past as a counsel, said popular opposition to erod- community worker in a troubled Chicago ing church-state separations still persists. neighborhood, had experienced the ben- He pointed to a 2012 ballot initiative in efits of partnering with churches to alleviate Florida-- a “purple” state representative of strife. “He disappointed the strict church- national trends -- that would have removed state separationists,” Diament recalled. state restrictions on funding for religious in- Obama once in office sweetened the deal stitutions. It failed 55-45 percent. for liberals, inviting them to join an advi- “We have a large constituency that has sory council (including three Jews) that never been comfortable with” government tinkered for two years on recommendations funding for houses of worship, he said. that would protect the Faith-Based office Stern of the AJC also said that the issue from violating constitutional separations. was likely not dead and buried: He noted Under Trump, the office has been mori- that the FEMA bill, despite having Demo- bund, but he has aggressively embraced cratic lead sponsors, had trouble attracting many of its principles. Just a month before Democratic co-sponsors in both chambers. the disaster aid bill had passed, he used his Meng is the sole Democrat sponsoring the executive powers to remove the restrictions. House bill, and Sen. Claire McCaskill of Diament has led the charge for decades to Missouri was the sole Democrat on the Sen- direct more funding toward religious insti- ate version. tutions. Activists like Diament have worked Jack Moline, a Conservative rabbi who doggedly to codify the changes into per- leads the Interfaith Alliance, a coalition of manent law in Congress -- and they have faith groups that backs vigorous church- picked their battles well. state separations, said the issues that have In the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, galvanized separationists in the past would the Orthodox Union, Agudath Israel of continue to engage them. “Even though a America and the Jewish Federations of house of worship may think that accepting North America joined in advocating for money after a flood is an appropriate grant, nonprofit security grants, which reinforce the government now has a reason to look protections for religious organizations. The into the funding of a house of worship be- program was launched under Bush in 2005. cause of federal funds,” he said. More than 90 percent of the grants have Another issue is how the money is used gone to Jewish buildings. for hiring purposes, Barkey said: Would “Assistance for security is different than houses of worship reject contractors or fire assistance for some other things,” Diament staffers who did not adhere to certain reli- said, explaining why the grants encountered gious beliefs or practices? little resistance. “It’s become a more prag- “Even houses of worship acting with the matic conversation than an ideological one.” best of intentions may use the money for un- “The era when a synagogue is next door constitutional purposes,” Barkey said. to a Kmart, where both of them are damaged Diament said he was not letting his guard by a tornado, and Kmart can have its roof down. “In advocacy, you need to be very replaced by FEMA emergency funds and patient,” he said, contemplating the 17-year a synagogue cannot is anachronistic,” said trajectory from the Bush office to the FEMA William Daroff, currently the Washington bill. “It can take decades.” PAGE 4 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 ✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵✵ rent-all city JNF breakfast to feature former inc. 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Funding will be used to U.S. Embassy moving from Tel help provide upgrades such as video Aviv to Jerusalem. In December, he cameras, fences, bulletproof glass, led a delegation of Florida business alarm systems and other safety and education leaders on a second equipment. trade mission to Israel. Last year, the state legislature During the 2011 mission, Scott approved more than $650,000 for signed the Florida-Israel Memoran- security at Jewish day schools. dum of Understanding Agreement The governor touted the state’s between Space Florida and Israel, to strong relationship with Israel in support research, development and signing the anti-BDS legislation. aerospace and technology projects. “The state of Florida stands firm Florida’s total economic devel- with our ally Israel. In 2016, I was opment and trading partnership proud to sign legislation that pro- with Israel exceeds $283 million hibited the state, or administration, a year. Correction Congregation Beth Am in Tam- teens and two chaperones and pa is sending 11 teens and three Temple Ahavat Shalom in Palm chaperones to the March for Our Harbor is sending one teen. A Lives in Washington. D.C. on story in the March 9 issue of the March 24. Temple B’nai in Clear- Jewish Press contained incorrect water is sending eight teens and numbers for how many people three chaperones; Temple Beth-El were going to the march from each in St. Petersburg is sending four congregation. MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA A PAGE 5 Tampa JCC Preschool coming to Hillel Academy next fall CHAPLAIN • CONTINUED from FRONT PAGE Beginning next fall, the Tampa JCC Pre- weave these values throughout their educa- Mayor Buckhorn told him, “If school will expand to the Hillel Academy tional day. you want to help, you need to do campus in Carrollwood. “We are thrilled to be partnering with it from the inside.” This will be the first time that the JCC Pre- Hillel Academy. Adding a JCC Preschool That advice never left him. school has offered a class at Hillel Academy, branch at Hillel Academy helps bring high He looked for the best way he Tampa’s only accredited Jewish day school quality early childhood education to the could help and researched how for students in grades K through eight. Carrollwood area. We plan to continue to he could make the most positive The Hillel Academy will be the third collaborate with Hillel Academy to build on impact. His search eventually branch for Tampa JCC Preschool, with oth- our traditions of excellent Judaic and secular led him to the TPD and he set ers in Citrus Park and South Tampa. This education for our youngest children through out to apply. new preschool will open with one blended middle school,” said Heidi Shimberg, chief It took one local and one FBI class for ages 3 and 4. operating officer of Tampa JCCs. background check, a polygraph The JCC Preschool at Hillel Academy Allison Oakes, head of school at Hillel test, drug tests, a 30-page writ- will follow the same curriculum and philo- Academy, noted, “This natural partnership ten application and a four-hour sophical approach as the other existing lo- between two Jewish educational pillars in interview just to be considered cations, but its schedule will mirror Hillel our community provides an opportunity for for employment. Academy’s, opening in August and running Former JCC Preschool students (L-R) Tyler Fulmino, Coby us to meet the needs of the expanding popu- “They put you through the through May. The preschool will be open 8 Goldberg-Blander, and Kelsie Keough. The preschool will open lation in northeast Tampa.” same application process the a.m. to 3:15 p.m. weekdays. a class for 3- and 4-year-olds at the Hillel Academy. More information about JCC Preschools officers go through, outside of The new preschool will offer the innova- is available by contacting Jen Goldberg, of early care and education and contemporary field training,” said Rabbi Du- tive Sheva model developed through the Na- executive director of education at the Tampa browski. tional JCC Association. Sheva, which means and ancient texts, using seven Jewish lenses JCCs and Federation at jennifer.goldberg@jew- to reveal universal values. Sheva classrooms He said he understood the seven in Hebrew, employs seven core principles ishtampa.com or (813) 769-4738. process and felt it helped him to get a comprehensive view of New national security adviser is KNOW that precisely what’s happened what police have to go through • CONTINUED from FRONT PAGE over the centuries to women’s to work in their high stress field, Iran hawk, close to pro-Israel groups other staples of the traditional ideas?” insight that could only help him Seder, including the Seder plate In truth, the idea occured af- in his new position. By RON KAMPEAS and charoset. Their maror (bitter As a chaplain, Rabbi Du- JTA news service ter a visit to a university where herbs) is a mixture of lemon peel, browski has a variety of duties WASHINGTON – President some students had been putting bitter lettuce and an assortment of from giving invocations and Donald Trump’s new national bread crusts on the seder plate as other herbs. a symbol of protest against the benedictions to assisting with security adviser John Bolton is a exclusion of women, gays and death notifications and counsel- hawk who has said military strikes 6. Israeli Jews have only one Seder. lesbians. Heschel liked the idea ing. His services are available to Israeli Jews observe only one may be inevitable as a means of but instead proposed an alterna- Passover Seder, unlike every- all officers, regardless of faith or preventing Iran from acquiring a tive that did not bring hametz where else where traditionally background. nuclear weapon. onto the seder table. The orange two Seders are held, one on each Even before he was formally Naming Bolton suggests that was to be consumed and the of the first two nights of the holi- sworn-in, the Tampa Police De- Trump is ready to pull out of the seeds spit out - representing the day. Known as yom tov sheni shel partment called on him to coun- 2015 Iran nuclear deal by May 12, rejection of homophobia. the deadline to waive sanctions. galuyot — literally “the second sel the family of a Jewish officer The agreement trades sanctions festival day of the Diaspora” — who was killed in an off-duty ac- 7. “Afikomen” isn’t Hebrew. cident. Unfortunately, he knows relief for a rollback of Iran’s nu- the practice was begun 2,000 For many Seder participants, the Photo by Darren McCollester/Getty Images those services likely will be clear program. Bolton is a staunch years ago when Jews were in- highlight of the meal is the afiko- opponent of the deal, as is Mike John Bolton speaking at the First in formed of the start of a new lunar men – a broken piece of matzah needed again. Pompeo, the CIA chief Trump the Nation Republican Leadership month only after it had been con- that the Seder leader hides and He is prepared for all of that, Summit in Nashua, N.H. in 2015. firmed by witnesses in Jerusalem. just nominated to replace Rex Til- the children search for; the per- but he has one more responsibil- Because Jewish communities out- lerson as secretary of state. Pro-Israel groups, including the son who finds the afikomen usu- ity that is self-imposed. side of Israel were often delayed Bolton has said on multiple oc- American Israel Public Affairs ally gets a small reward. Most “It’s more about helping these in learning the news, they conse- casions that striking Iran to stop Committee, at the time broke with scholars believe the word “afiko- officers to better communicate,” their protocol against endorsing a quently couldn’t be sure precisely men” derives from the Greek said Rabbi Dubrowski. “Helping it from going nuclear may be in- which day festivals were meant to evitable. nominee and lobbied for Bolton’s word for dessert. Others say it them to find the right language confirmation, but to no avail. be observed. As a result, the prac- refers to a kind of post-meal rev- and verbiage to be able to com- “I don’t make any disguise of tice of observing two Seder days Bolton was forced to step down elry common among the Greeks. municate and to be able to enjoy the idea that ultimately it may was instituted just to be sure. Either theory would explain why take an Israeli strike against Iran’s from the U.N. post. the support of the community.” The national security post is not the afikomen is traditionally the His efforts will be added to nuclear program to stop it,” he 6. You’re wrong about the orange last thing eaten at the Seder. told the conservative Washington subject to Senate confirmation. on the Seder plate. the work of three other chaplains McMaster got along well with and the City of Tampa liaisons Free Beacon in August. Some progressive Jews have ad- 8. For North African Jews, his Israeli counterparts, but an- for the LGBT and Hispanic com- Tillerson and outgoing national opted the practice of including after Passover comes Mimouna. security adviser H.R. McMas- gered some on the right wing of an orange on the Seder plate as a Most people are eager for a munities, as well as Ybor City- ter both don’t like the deal but the pro-Israel community because symbol of inclusion of gays, les- break from holiday meals when Channelside, South Howard and counseled against pulling out of of reports that he blocked Trump’s bians and other groups marginal- the eight-day Passover holiday Westshore business and security it because Iran is complying with recognition of Jerusalem as Isra- ized in the Jewish community. The concludes. But for the Jews of partnerships. story goes that the practice was its narrow strictures, and leaving el’s capital. Trump ultimately rec- North Africa, the holiday’s end In the end, Rabbi Dubrowski instituted by the feminist scholar would remove whatever leverage ognized Jerusalem in December is the perfect time for another believes communities and police Susannah Heschel after she was the United States has with its al- and announced plans to open a feast, Mimouna, marking the presence can coexist in harmony temporary embassy there in May. told that a woman belongs on the beginning of spring. Celebrated and aims to help both in his new lies to pressure Iran outside the synagogue bimah, or prayer po- deal’s confines. That leaves James Morton Klein, who heads the after nightfall on the last day of role. dium, like an orange belongs on Passover, Mimouna is marked Mattis, the defense secretary, as hawkish Zionist Organization of “They [officers] sacrifice their America, called Bolton a “spec- a Seder plate. But according to by a large spread of foods and the only Cabinet-level official time, their energy, even their tacular choice” to lead the NSC. Heschel, that story is false. In that the opening of homes to guests. who opposes leaving the deal. lives,” said Rabbi Dubrowski. “He understands the Arab Is- apocryphal version, she said, “a The celebration is often laden “They deserve to have the full Bolton has close relations with woman’s words are attributed to a lamic war against Israel and the with symbolism, including fish support of the community be- the pro-Israel community stem- man, and the affirmation of lesbi- West,” Klein tweeted. “Bolton for fertility and golden rings for hind them.” ming from his success in 1991 ans and gay men is erased. Isn’t is a patriot and an ardent clear wealth. in getting the United Nations thinking Extraordinary supporter to rescind its Zionism is racism of Israel. He testified with me to resolution. Bolton at the time was move the Embassy, opposes the the assistant secretary of state for disastrous Iran Deal.” international organization affairs Rep. Adam Schiff, D-CA, the under President George H.W. ranking member of the House Bush. Intelligence Committee, was Bush’s son, George W. Bush, alarmed by Bolton’s appoint- nominated Bolton as ambassador ment. “It’s hard to escape the to the United Nations in 2005 and disquieting conclusion that the named him acting ambassador. mass exodus of the ‘adults’ from Bolton never cleared the Sen- this Administration is putting ate nominating process, in part our nation’s security at risk,” he because of his hawkishness on tweeted. “Ambassador Bolton’s Middle Eastern issues, but also hawkish and conspiratorial think- because subordinates at the State ing will only make matters dan- Department emerged to describe gerously worse.” him as an abusive boss. Bolton In February, Bolton wrote an under the younger Bush had been op-ed in The Wall Street Journal the undersecretary of state for urging the United States to use arms control and international se- force to solve the nuclear standoff curity affairs. with North Korea. PAGE 6 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018

Finding Rabbinically Congregations Shabbat and Passover Exodus Speaking Cong. Beth Am Candle Lighting Times Social justice discussion: Congregation March 30 • 7:29 pm By RABBI CARLA FREEDMAN Beth Am’s Social Action committee is hosting a Congregation Beth Israel of Sun City Center moderated discussion around the Emmy-winning March 31 • 8:24 pm and Oscar-nominated documentary 13th on Wednes- Recently, mainstream story differently than the Bible day, April 4 from 7:30-9 p.m. at the synagogue. The April 5 • 7:32 pm publications have drawn attention does, he is not arguing that the to the fact that there is no exodus never happened. film is about race, justice, and mass incarceration in April 6 • 7:33 pm archeological evidence, either Most importantly, Judaism takes the United States and is named after the Thirteenth in Egypt or the Sinai Peninsula, the Biblical story of the exodus Amendment to the Constitution. As we celebrate April 13 • 7:36 pm to support the Torah’s story of as its point of origin (before that, and commemorate our ancestors escape from slav- the exodus from Egypt. In my the Torah tells about the evolution ery, let’s learn together about people who aren’t free in modern times. Those attending are asked to experience, the Torah’s account of a specific family into a nation, Rabbi Herring will present a D’var Torah on “Your watch the movie (available on Netflix) prior to the of the number of participants in but offers almost no information Role in Transitioning to an Engaged Congregation.” program. This is a communitywide event, and wine that event about their religious practices). He will speak on how every member is empowered and snacks will be served. Contact Katie at katie@ is a huge We cite the exodus in almost all to rethink how a congregation conducts its work yellen.com and (865) 712-2092. obstacle of our services, and refer to it so that it can be more inclusive of new ideas and to its in many prayers. But Judaism Zahav group: The Adults at Leisure group possibilities and learn some proven principles of en- acceptance never asks us to assert belief in will meet on Tuesday, April 10 at 12:30 p.m. at the gagement that work in a congregational setting. On by many the “miracles” of the plagues, the temple for a brown bag session and to hear guest Sunday morning, April 15 at 10 a.m., Rabbi Herring modern splitting of the Sea of Reeds, or the speaker Dr. Hillary Rosenberg, director of the Beth readers. revelation at Sinai. For those of us will present a workshop on “Inspiring Community Am Religious School. This event is open to all. Dr. Through Practices of Engagement.” They argue who do not take the Bible to be the Rosenberg will speak on “The Dybbuk.” Dybbuk that a group divinely revealed word of God, the Meet the doctor: As part of the congregation’s myths come from Jewish folklore, where they are “who NU” program where individual members of of more than discovery that there may be another believed to be spirits of the dead who can take pos- 2 million way to understand the story of the the congregation get a chance to tell others about session of a living human. themselves, Dr. Tanya Gold will be on hand to people would have left some exodus might be welcome and Talmud study: An ongoing group is now deep- material evidence of their journey, inspirational, without depriving us talk about her life and work in holistic medicine on ly into Tractate Sanhedrin, where they are learning and yet (so far) there is none. of the customs, rituals and practices Sunday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. This will be the ins and outs of the ancient Jewish legal system. But the absence of evidence is not of our heritage. a discussion about holistic treatments for common the evidence of absence... I for one will not be shaken by the It is fascinating stuff, and drop-ins and “just want to ailments. The Torah does give some notion that the exodus as described try it out’s” are always welcome. The next sessions Passover service schedule: On Sunday, information about the event, in the Bible may be a significant are on Thursdays, April 5 and 12 at 9:30 a.m. at the April 1 there will be Passover services at 9:30 a.m., including two not-quite-the-same reworking...and embellishment synagogue. For more information contact Admin@ followed by kiddush. itineraries of the journey. It also ...of the actual events. For me, BethAmTampa.org. On Thursday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m. erev Passover makes clear that something of the critical thing has always been Focus on prayers: On Tuesdays, April 3 and seventh day services will be held. great importance happened at Mt what our people learned from that 10 at 7 p.m. dive into the prayer book with Rabbi On Friday April 6 at 9:30 a.m., Passover seventh Sinai, but there are at least half a experience, and what we have given Jason Rosenberg. He will walk through the ser- day services will be held, followed by kiddush. That dozen possible locations for that to the world as a result. vice, prayer by prayer, exploring what these prayers evening at 6:30 p.m., Passover eighth day services mountain, which in turn would The learning came from the mean, and trying to understand what they can mean will be held. obviously determine the exact route texts we treasure, from a story that to us, personally. On Saturday, April 7 at 9:30 a.m., Passover eighth between Egypt and Canaan. And has become a paradigm for many Israeli dancing: Lessons in Israeli dancing day services, including Yizkor, will be held, fol- despite reasonable certainty of some who experience enslavement in are offered every Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more in- lowed by kiddush. That evening at 8:30 p.m. Pass- of the locations along the route, their own lives, because this story formation, contact Irma Polster at Ipolster@Tam- over concluding services will be held. there have been, as yet, none of the teaches hope. And that is, alas, a paBay.rr.com or call the temple office. L’Chaim: A class, “Sharing Life’s Lessons,” is archeological discoveries one would lesson still needed in our own time. offered on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Topics, expect where a community camped, So, at your seder this year, I readings and a different leader are chosen for each even briefly. encourage you to add two more Cong. Kol Ami Scholar in residence: weekly session. There will be no class on April 3. Perhaps the most helpful questions to the traditional four: The Rabbi Joel S. Talmud: approach to this problem is offered • What are the important lessons Wasser Memorial Scholar-in-Residence weekend, A Talmud study class with Rabbi by Prof. Richard Elliott Friedman, of the Pesach story? April 13-15, will feature Rabbi Hayim Herring, Howard Siegel is offered on Thursdays from 10:30 in his recent book, The Exodus. His • How are these lessons Ph.D. Rabbi Herring is an author, presenter and non- - 11:30 a.m. Jewish law confronts everything from theory accounts for lots of the loose meaningful in our own lives? profit organizational futurist. He has worked with capital punishment to how to make rain. This is ends in the Biblical account, and I wish you a zissen Pesach. more than 300 rabbis and congregations of all sizes open to everyone from beginners through experts. provides an interesting new slant and denominations throughout North America on a Texts are provided. There will be no class on April 5. on the origins of the Jewish people. Rabbinically Speaking is pub- wide range of issues. Rabbi Herring will present the Jewish ethics: Rabbi Siegel leads a course in His thinking is shared by a number lished as a public service by the D’Var Torah Friday, April 13 at 6 p.m. titled “Who Jewish ethics on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. of other prominent scholars from Jewish Press in cooperation with Moved my Jewish Community?” This is a broad This course will use Pirke Avot: Ethics of Our An- various relevant disciplines. the Tampa Rabbinical Association, overview of the changed landscape of the Jewish cestors as a springboard to discussion and debate on One key point that Friedman which assigns the column on a community and the forces that continue to disrupt issues of the day in the light of Jewish moral/ethical makes is that, though he tells the rotating basis. Jewish life as we have known it until recently. On demands. There will be no class on April 4. Saturday. April 14 at 9:30 a.m. Shabbat services, • CONTINUED on NEXT PAGE Religious Directory HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY Congregation RODEPH SHOLOM — 2713 Bayshore Lazer Rivkin • Telepone: (813) 966-8770 • Website: • Telephone: (813) 642-3244 • Website: www. Reform Blvd., Tampa 33629 • Rabbi Josh Hearshen • Cantor www.ChabadOfCentralFlorida.com ChabadatWiregrass.com. BETH ISRAEL/ JEWISH CONGREGATION OF SUN CITY Andres Kornworcel • Services: Friday. 6 p.m.; Saturday CENTER — 1115 E. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City Center service, 9:30 a.m.; Mon. – Fri. 7:15 a.m., Sunday, 9:15 Campus Unaffiliated CHABAD HOUSE JEWISH STUDENT CENTER at USF • Mailing Address: P. O. Box 5203, Sun City Center, a.m. • Telephone: (813) 837-1911 • Website: www. — Congregation BETH CHAVARIM – Shabbat services: third 13287 Arbor Point Circle unit 102, Tampa, 33617, 33571 • Rabbi Carla Freedman • Shabbat Services: rsholom.org. • Affiliated with United Synagogue of Friday at a member’s home. Telephone: (813) 957-1269 Mailing address: USF Marshall CTR. Box 310, Tampa, Friday 7:30 p.m., 2nd & 4th Saturday 10 a.m., Torah Conservative Judaism. • Email [email protected] Study: noon • Telephone: (813) 634-2590 • Web 33620. • Rabbi Levi Rivkin • Shabbat Services and address: www.jcscc.org. • Affiliated with Union for Orthodox meal: Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. • Housing NORTH PINELLAS COUNTY Reform Judaism BAIS (TEMPLE) DAVID CHABAD — 2001 W. Swann Ave., Available • Telephone: (813) 504-4432 • Website: Reform www.chabadhouseusf.org • Email: bmchabad@ Congregation BETH AM — 2030 W. Fletcher Ave, Tampa 33606 • Rabbi Lazer Rivkin • Shabbat Services Temple AHAVAT SHALOM — 1575 Curlew Rd., Palm gmail.com Tampa 33612 • Rabbi Jason Rosenberg • Joy Katzen- and meal: Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 9:45 a.m., 7:30 Harbor, 34683 • Rabbi Gary Klein • Services: First Guthrie, Cantorial Leader • Shabbat Services: 1st, 3rd p.m. • Telephone: (813) 966-8770 • Website: www. 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POLK COUNTY Website: www.USFChabad.com • Telephone: (813) Congregation SCHAARAI ZEDEK CHABAD CHAI of SOUTH TAMPA — 2511 W. Swann Reform — 3303 W. Swann 978-8723 Ave., Tampa 33609 • Rabbi Richard J. Birnholz, Rabbi Ave. #201, Tampa, FL 33606 • Rabbi Mendy Dubrowski Temple BETH SHALOM — 1029 Bradbury Road, • Nathan Farb • Cantor Deborrah Cannizzaro • Services: • Services: 1st and 3rd Saturday of month, 10 Jewish Renewal P.O.B. 313 Winter Haven, 33882-0313 • Rabbi Garson Friday, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Torah study, 9 a.m. • a.m. • Telephone: (813) 922-1723 • Website: www. Congregation OR AHAVAH — Rabbi Debrah Shenefelt, Herzfeld • Shabbat evening services: (usually 2nd Telephone: (813) 876-2377 • Website: www.zedek.org. ChabadSouthTampa.com spiritual leader • Monthly gathering – see website for and 4th Shabbat of the month at 7:30 p.m.) Torah • Affiliated with Union for Reform Judaism BAIS MENACHEM CHABAD — 1319 North B. 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Congregations stars Alfred Molina and Theodore • CONTINUED from PREVIOUS PAGE Bikel. Retiring Rabbi Birnholz and wife Refreshments following the Café CSZ: Have a bagel and a movie will include hummus, to be honored April 27-29 Cong. Rodeph Sholom cup of coffee at Café CSZ on Sun- falafel, Israeli salad and dessert. Yom HaShoah obser- Congregation Schaarai Zedek in from 1996-1998. days, April 8, 15, 22 and 29 from Cost per person is $5. Reservations vance: A Holocaust Remem- Tampa will honor retiring Rabbi The weekend celebration begins 9-11 a.m. when religious school is are required. Contact Betty Schare brance Day event is planned at the Richard Birnholz and his wife, on Friday, April 27 with a Todah meeting. at (248) 568-7610 or email her at synagogue on Wednesday, April 11 Donna on the weekend of Friday Rabah Shabbat. It will include a [email protected] by Sunday, through Sunday, April 27-29. wine and cheese reception at 6:30 at 6 p.m. when there will be a short April 15. Rabbi Richard Birnholz has p.m. and Shabbat service with guest ceremony plus a movie, Fanny’s Cong Beth Shalom Rummage sale: The congre- served as senior rabbi of Congrega- speaker Rabbi Harry Danziger at Journey. A discussion of the movie Brandon gation will hold a rummage sale on tion Schaarai Zedek for 32 years. 7:30 p.m. Interfaith Yom HaShoah will follow. Tuesday, May 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 Following his ordination from In 1986, Rabbi Danziger in- Israeli nostalgia service: : Come with In a joint program with p.m. at the synagogue. For informa- Hebrew Union College-Jewish stalled Rabbi Birnholz as the friends for an evening filled with Sun City Center United Methodist tion on donating, contact Barbara Institute of Religion, New York, fourth senior rabbi at Congregation familiar Israeli songs on Saturday, Church and Congregation Beth Nova at Barbaranova03@gmail. in 1971, Rabbi Birnholz began Schaarai Zedek. Rabbi Danziger is April 21 at 8:30 p.m. Hum, sing- Shalom, there will be a Yom HaS- com. his career as assistant rabbi of rabbi emeritus of Temple Israel in along, tap your feet, get up and hoah service that includes prayers, Temple Israel in Memphis. From Memphis. He is a past president of dance. This evening is guaranteed memorial candle lighting and Young Israel 1973-1986, he was rabbi at Beth Is- the Central Conference of Ameri- to take you back to the good old readings, and an interfaith com- Guest speaker: Celebrate the rael Congregation in Jackson, MS, can Rabbis and a member of the days in Israel. Everyone is wel- munity choir led by Jeff Jordon new moon with a festive meal, then where he also served as visiting Conference of Presidents of Major come and there is a suggested dona- on Wednesday, April 11 at 7 p.m. listen to speaker Harvey Hyman professor in the Religion Depart- American Jewish Organizations. tion of $10 per person that includes at the church, 1201 Del Webb speak on “The Military History of ment at Millsaps College, before Most of all, Rabbi Danziger and a tasty nosh. Register for the event Blvd. W., Sun City Center. As a Ancient Israel,” focusing on the accepting the position at Schaarai his wife Jeanne are dear friends of online at www.rsholom.org. community, the congregations will Exodus story. The event is on Sun- Zedek. the Birnholz’s. Adult education: Rabbi come together to remember what day, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rabbi Birnholz has won numer- On Saturday evening, April 28, Josh Hearshen will teach Torah happened to the victims of Hitler, Norman Jewish Library. Suggested ous awards for his contributions award-winning entertainer Jason study on Thursdays at 11 a.m. and and to remember the heroes who donation is $18. to Reform Jewish life. In 1977, he Hewlett will present “A Rabbi Talmud study on Thursdays at did not live to tell their stories. To RSVP, go to youngisrael@ won the national Samuel Kaminker Walks into a Temple … Stand-Up Memorial Curriculum Award for Comedy for a Stand-Out Guy.” noon. At 7 p.m. on Thursdays he For carpool information, contact hotmail.com or call Zev at (917) outstanding informal education The event begins at 7 p.m. with a teaches a class titled “Embracing Rudina Richter at (813) 690-1436 439-5888. curriculum. In 1983, he was alum- pre-performance champagne and Judaism.” or meet at Beth Shalom at 6 p.m. ni-in-residence at Hebrew Union small bites reception, followed Diversity discussion: Cong. Bais Menacham College in New York. In 1989, at 8 p.m. by Hewlett’s one-man Cong. Schaarai Zedek Keeping in mind that the Holo- he was a United Jewish Appeal show featuring comedy, music and caust was fueled by the dynamics of Chabad Artist in residence: Rabbi Torah class: National Rabbinic Award winner. impressions, appropriate for all discrimination, demonization and Join a weekly Noam Katz, an influential voice Torah class on Wednesdays at 7:30 In the early ’90s he served as ages. Hewlett has performed more marginalization, the congregation in contemporary Jewish miu- p.m. at the University of Tampa. a teacher of the eighth and ninth than 2,000 shows, for more than 1 will host a panel discussion of di- sic, will bring his high-energy The class explores contemporary grades at Hillel Academy and in million people from Las Vegas to verse and marginalized community and soulful melodies to Schaarai issues through a Torah perspec- 1991 he was given the professional troops in Afghanistan. groups on Saturday, April 14 at 7 Zedek April 6-8 as the temple’s tive. For more information, con- title of Reform Jewish Educator. Cake and coffee will be served p.m. All will share information to artist-in-residence. He will sing tact Rabbi Levi Rivkin at (813) In March 1996, he was conferred after the performance. There is no at Shabbat services, hold a Torah help congregants become aware of 504-4432 or email bmchabad@ with an honorary degree of Doctor charge for this event but an RSVP study, coffeehouse style concert each group’s challenges and mis- gmail.com. of Divinity by Hebrew Union Col- is required. and be featured at a Yom HaShoah sions in an effort to create a better Practical kabbalah: Enrich lege - Jewish Institute of Religion On Sunday, April 29 at 11:30 for serving the spiritual and intel- a.m. there will be a “Holy Smokes” commemoration. He is a longtime understanding and acceptance. the soul and mind with a touch of lectual needs of the Jewish commu- family barbecue bash with the song leader and educator who Yom Ha’Atzmaut festi- kabbalah. Learn practical spiritual- nity. Rabbi Birnholz was elected to Birnholzes. For more information, has performed for Jewish and in- val: Celebrate and honor Israel’s ity for everyday life. Classes are the executive board of the Central contact the temple at (813) 876- terfaith audiences across North 70th birthday in south Hillsbor- held on Wednesdays, 6:15 - 7 p.m. Conference of American Rabbis 2377 or [email protected]. America, Africa and Israel. ough County on Sunday, April 15 On Friday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m., from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. There the rabbi will be joined by the will be something for all ages: food, Scharaai Zedek’s Koleinu Choir music, crafts, games, and raffles. to sing a unique Shabbat service. All invited and welcome to join us Saturday morning at 9 a.m., Rabbi for this festive celebration. Katz will hold a Torah study class. Pirkei Avot study: Join Julie At 7 p.m. Saturday, the Sister- Enzer as she leads us through this hood and Brotherhood will spon- collection of ethical writings and sor an informal “coffee house con- maxims from the rabbis, “Chapters cert.” Specialty coffees plus wine, (or Ethics) of the People.” Pirkei beer, cheese and dessert will be Avot is filled with ethical degrees available. There is no cost to at- worth grappling with in our con- tend, but an RSVP is required. temporary lives. One tradition is For more information, call the to read the Pirkei Avot in the weeks temple office at (813) 876-2377. between Pesach and Shavuot. This Tot Shabbat on the farm: year there will be five Sunday Celebrate Shabbat in nature on morning sessions from April 8 to Saturday, April 14 from 9:30 a.m. May 6 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. to noon as congregants meet at Old For information on accessing McMickey’s Farm for a springtime Pirkei Avot online, contact Julie at barnyard tour. Participants can (813) 502-5549 or, JulieREnszer@ milk a cow, pet a rabbit, or hold a gmail.com. chicken. There will be a tractor tour to learn about what happens when spring comes to a farm. There is no Cong. Beth Israel charge with advanced RSVP. Old Sun City Center Mickey’s Farm is at 9612 Crescent Songs of the ’50s and Drive, Odessa. There will be a brief ’60s: Entertainer Marc Stern- musical Shabbat morning service. berg will perform the songs Bring a bag lunch if you wish. To of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, RSVP, go to www.Zedek.org/rsvp Sammy Davis Jr., Nat King Cole, or call (813) 876-2377. Andy Williams, Johnny Mathis and Adult learning: Rabbi Na- many more at a concert on Sunday than Farb will present a three-part April 8 at 2 p.m. at Cong. Beth Is- series, “Bargaining with God,” on rael. Tickets are $10 each and can Wednesdays, April 4, 11 and 18 be purchased in advance by calling from 7-8:30 p.m. Our Jewish tra- (813) 331-3888. Tickets will also dition is full of examples of great be available at the door, if space is figures who argued, cajoled, and available. There is limited seating. haggled with God. Refreshments will be served fol- On April 4 the presentation will lowing the performance. deal with Noah, Abraham, and Movie time: There will be Moses. On April 11 the topic is a showing of the film, The Little Hannah, Honi, and the Voice of Traitor, on Sunday, April 22 at 3 14308-B N. Dale Mabry Hwy Heaven: How far we can push God? p.m. This is an independent family (813) 908-1512 drama based on the novel, Panther On April 18 the topic is Bargain- This Edible Arrangements is the only st in the Basement, by Amos Oz. The ing with God in the 21 Century: CERTIFIED KOSHER store in the Bay Area. How the Jewish State, the Holo- story takes place in Palestine on the caust, and modern technology are eve of the expiration of the British CERTIFIED KOSHER FOR PASSOVER changing the way we argue with Mandate and the establishment in and about God. 1948 of an Israeli state. The film PAGE 8 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 Spending bill has big boost for Jewish groups seeking security funds, approves Taylor Force Act By RON KAMPEAS against Jewish institutions by a extended to private and parochial is the Taylor Force Act, which years cut funds to the Palestinians JTA news service Jewish man in Israel. schools as well as public schools. slashes funding to the Palestin- commensurate with its payment to WASHINGTON – An omnibus Of the $60 million, $10 million (The new Florida budget also in- ians until the Palestinian Author- killers and their families, although spending bill approved by Con- for the first time will go to areas creases the amount for security ity stops payments to Palestinians it has not revealed its formula. gress and signed by President outside major metropolitan areas. grants to Jewish day schools, see killed or arrested during attacks U.S. funding for the Palestinians Donald Trump more than doubles Diament said that will allow Jew- story, page 4) on Israelis. Taylor Force was an currently stands at about $260 spending for security grants that ish institutions outside such desig- JFNA praised the inclusion in American who was murdered by million a year. None of the money have been overwhelmingly tapped nated areas to apply for the funds. the omnibus bill of $5 million for a Palestinian terrorist in a stabbing targeted goes directly to the Pales- by Jewish institutions. He named Monsey, in upstate New the Holocaust Survivor Assistance attack in Tel Aviv in 2016. tinian Authority, instead funding The $1.3 trillion bill includes York, as an example of an area Program, double the amount of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, programs run by NGOs that assist $60 million for the security grants, with a high (Orthodox) Jewish previous years. The program part- a key backer of the bill, told the Palestinians. up from $25 million last year. concentration that until now has ners with Jewish institutions to news website Jewish Insider that Also included: More than 90 percent of the grants not been able to access the exist- deliver assistance to elderly Holo- he secured U.S. House of Repre- • $700 million, an increase of have been used to harden security ing program. caust survivors. sentatives support for the bill by $100 million for U.S.-Israeli mis- at Jewish institutions since the Also advocating for the secu- “There are approximately preserving some humanitarian ex- sile defense programs. Starting nonprofit security grant program rity grants over the years were 100,000 Holocaust survivors liv- ceptions, that will allow up to $5 next year, missile defense will be was launched in 2005. the Jewish Federations of North ing in the United States today, million for wastewater treatment rolled into the overall defense as- Nathan Diament, the Wash- America and Agudath Israel of with an estimated 30,000 living in and up to $500,000 for vaccina- sistance package for Israel, part ington director of the Orthodox North America. poverty,” said William Daroff, the tions for children. of a $38 billion to be delivered to Union, one of the lead advocates The bill also includes $175 Washington director of JFNA, in Leading the demand for the hu- Israel over ten years. “This massive for the grants, said a spike in million over the next 10 years to a statement. “By doubling fund- manitarian exceptions was Rep. investment is vital to the safety and threats on Jewish institutions over improve security at schools, a ing levels to $5 million, the pro- Eliot Engel, D-NY, the leading security of Israel and will help save the last year drove the increase. provision that was accelerated af- gram now will be able to provide Democrat on the House Foreign countless lives in the future,” Sen. According to the Anti-Defama- ter the deadly school shooting in immediate support to ensure that Affairs Committee, and one of the Chuck Schumer, D-NY., the minor- tion League, anti-Semitic incidents Parkland last month. The bill will Holocaust survivors are able to staunchest defenders of Israel in ity leader in the Senate, said of the in the U.S. in 2017 increased by 43 fund training in violence preven- live in dignity and comfort for the the House. missile defense spending. percent over 2016, not including a tion, police-school coordination remainder of their lives.” Palestinian officials say that • One million dollars to combat spate of bomb threats carried out and crisis intervention, and will be Also wrapped into the omnibus only a small portion of the targeted anti-Semitism abroad, in addition money goes to violent attackers, to existing funding for the office and that much of the money serves of the anti-Semitism monitor at the as a welfare program for Palestin- State Department. Jewish groups ians who are imprisoned by Israel, have expressed their concern that It’s not manna from heaven, but this many without charges the Trump administration has yet The State Department has for to name an anti-Semitism monitor. Passover, provide something just as crucial to the survival of the Israeli people.

In a country where terrorism is an all-too-frequent occurrence, your gift to Magen David Adom ensures Israel’s national paramedic organization has the medical supplies it needs to save lives. So this Passover, while you recount the story of the Jews’ redemption from slavery, your gift will help modern-day Israelis survive the threats they face today. Thank you for making a gift today and for supporting our 70 for 70 Campaign, our drive to put 70 additional ambulances on the streets of Israel in commemoration of Israel’s 70th anniversary.

AFMDA Southeast Region 3300 PGA Blvd., Suite 970 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Toll Free 561.835.0510 • [email protected] www.afmda.org MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA A PAGE 9 PAGE 10 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 Florida Holocaust Museum again receives accreditation Hear victims’ names, listen to Florida Holocaust Museum has received reaccred- tion helps to ensure the integrity and accessibility of itation from the American Alliance of Museums, museum collections, reinforce the educational and survivors at Yom HaShoah observance making it one of only three nationally accredited Ho- public service roles of museums, and promote good 1/2 For 7 hours, the names of Ho- mother obtained false papers and locaust museums. governance practices and ethical behavior. locaust victims will be read aloud got a job as a maid in Cracow. She To receive reaccreditation, the museum went Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, 1,070 as the Florida Holocaust Museum placed Halina with a non-Jewish through a rigorous process of self-assessment and are currently accredited through the Alliance. To commemorates Yom HaShoah. family who raised her as Christian. review by its peers. earn accreditation a museum submits a self-study The day of remembrance will be After the war, she was reunited with “Accredited museums are a community of institu- questionnaire and key operational documents for interspersed with talks by four who her mother. Halina continued to go tions that have chosen to hold themselves publicly evaluation, then undergoes a site visit by a two-per- survived and now bear witness to to church until her mother revealed accountable to excellence,” said Laura Lott, Alliance son team of peer reviewers. The Accreditation Com- the Nazi atrocities. their Jewish identity to her in 1949. president and CEO. The organization is the only one mission considers these results to determine whether The community is invited to visit They went to France where they representing the entire scope of the museum commu- a museum should receive accreditation. the St. Petersburg museum free of stayed until they were able to im- nity. “I commend the staff, board and volunteers of charge between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. migrate to Canada. “Accreditation is clearly a significant achievement, these institutions for their focus and commitment to on Yom HaShoah, Thursday, April Gary Silvers and his family took of which both the institutions and the communities excellence,” said Accreditation Commission Chair 12, and take part in the observance, quite a dif- they serve can be extremely proud,” said Lott. Amy Bartow-Melia. “They’re an inspiration to our which will conclude with a memo- ferent route Developed and sustained by museum professionals field and vital assets to the communities they serve.” rial service at 5:30 p.m. The service in order to for over 45 years, the museum accreditation program The Florida Holocaust Museum is located at 55 is being conducted in conjunction survive. Sil- is the field’s primary vehicle for quality assurance, 5th St. S., St. Petersburg. For additional information, with the Pinellas County Board of vers, who self-regulation, and public accountability. Accredita- visit www.TheFHM.org or call (727) 820-0100. Rabbis and Tampa Rabbinical As- will speak at sociation. 2 p.m., was Known more commonly outside born in Ber- of Israel as Holocaust Remem- lin, Germany brance Day, Yom HaShoah honors in 1929. His Gary Silvers the memory of the more than 6 mother was million Jews who perished during Christian, his father was Jewish. the Holocaust. The full name of the When the persecution of Jews day is Yom HaShoah Ve-Hagevurah ensued in Nazi Germany, in 1938, or “Day of the Remembrance of the family decided to seek refuge the Holocaust and the Heroism” in Shanghai, China – one of the as it also marks the anniversary few places that would take Jews of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. in. From 1933 to 1941, Shanghai (Designated by the U.N., Inerna- accepted some 18,000 Jewish tional Holocaust Remembrance refugees fleeing Europe. Most were Day is observed on Jan. 27 and from Germany and Austria. Silvers’ coincides with the liberation of the father pleaded with his relatives to Auschwitz-Birkenau concentra- leave Germany, but they were not tion camps). ready to abandon their lives and did The Name Reading Commemo- not think the situation would dete- ration is intended as an effort to riorate. Aside from his immediate remember the victims as individu- family who survived in China, all als with life stories and histories. of Silvers’ Jewish relatives died in “Victims of the Holocaust don’t the Holocaust. have graves – reciting their names Following the 5:30 p.m. memo- allows for them to be memorialized rial service, there will be a special while reminding us of their human Holocaust Survivor talk with sis- dignity,” said museum Executie ters Marie Silverman and Jeannette Director Elizabeth Gelman. Bornstein. The museum is reinforcing its Marie Silverman was born in commitment to ensuring such 1931 and her sister Jeannette Born- atrocities do not occur again both stein was born in 1935. They lived through the reading of victims’ in Antwerp, names and hearing from survivors. Belgium, At noon, Halina Herman, who with their survived the parents when war as a hid- World War den child, II began. Af- will tell her ter Germa- story. Her- ny invaded man was Belgium, born in War- the fam- Marie Silverman saw, Poland ily escaped in 1939. Her to France. father was For awhile, a physician Halina Herman non-Jews and was sent hid them on away by the Germans to a slave- a farm but labor camp in April 1941 and she when the never saw him again. Herman’s roundups began, the family was captured and Jeannette Bornstein separated: the sisters with their mother were placed in an internment camp at Rivesaltes, France, while their SummerSummer ProgramsPrograms father was sent to a different camp. After 9 months, Marie and at Shorecrest Jeannette’s mother managed to smuggle the girls out of Rivesaltes. HALF & FULL DAY SUMMER CAMPS The family was briefly reunited in Vence, France, but their father soon MAY 28 - AUGUST 17, 2018 died as a result of the mistreatment he had endured in the internment Day Camp weekly themes, activities, field trip, art, games and water fun. camp. Two partisan couriers took Plus a menu of 1-week options for every interest. the sisters across the Pyrénées With Extended Day Care, Camps are Available 7:30am-5pm Mountains on foot from Vence to Barcelona, Spain. They lived with AND NOW OFFERING their aunt and uncle and then came Expanded Greater More Upper School to the United States. Once here, Parent Courses they were placed in an orphanage Offerings Adventure Options and with foster families until their PK–12 service, trips to the Southwest, college essay writing, SAT/ACT prep, Great Books, Intro to Mandarin, mother was able to reunite with paddleboarding and Iceland and England, leadership and service, travel, Tots and Me Yoga, CPR/1st Aid them in 1949. kayaking, fishing, field archeology, Costa Rica, Peru field archeology of the Southwest, Diversity & Inclusivity, Anyone wishing to participate in a week at Busch Gardens (for grades 4 to 12) glass blowing, CPR/1st Aid Swim with Manatees the reading of Holocaust victims’ For full course/camp listing and to regist er, visit names should call the museum at www.shorecrest.org/summer (727) 820-0100 ext. 249 to sched- ule your time slot. Summer Camps and Programs for students The Florida Holocaust Museum in preschool through high school. is located at 55 5th St. S., downtown St. Petersburg. MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA A PAGE 11 At Tampa Yom HaShoah program, songs of resilience; survivor stories through teen lens Survivors of the Nazi death and Pinellas counties will gather to participate in the Yom HaShoah is a longtime camp song leader/ vivors who were in death camps, camps and those who fled the op- at the Tampa temple at noon for a observance. Due to the ages and educator and currently serves as one for the refugees who fled from pression will have their stories told dairy lunch and to meet with the health conditions of the survivors, rabbi/dean of Jewish Living at a the Holocaust, one for the children through the eyes of today’s teen- local Holocaust survivors. Groups she said she is uncertain exactly Toronto day school. Considered of death camp survivors, one for agers at a community Yom HaS- of students will be assigned to each who will participate, but she ex- one of the the children of the refugees, one hoah program on Sunday, April 8 survivor to hear their accounts first- pects five to eight survivors will be most in- for the grandchildren of survivors at 2 p.m. at Congregation Schaarai hand, said Rabbi Richard Birnholz, on hand to share their stories with fluential and refugees, and a final one for Zedek in Tampa. who took part in planning the Yom the youth. voices in the unknowns who died during Along with the Holocaust sur- HaShoah program. Besides creating a written ver- contempo- the Holocaust and were never ac- vivors, the program will feature He said the youths will use post- sion of the survivors’ stories, the rary Jew- counted for. middle and high school students er boards to write summaries of teens will retell their accounts at the ish music, Sponsoring congregations in- from both sides of the bay, songs the stories the survivors tell them. ceremony. Minetti said this helps his new- clude Beth Israel of Sun City of resilience and renewal by na- Each storyboard summary, with a show the survivors that their stories est album, Center, Beth Shalom of Brandon tionally acclaimed musician Rabbi photo of the survivor, will be pre- live on and it stresses the impor- After the Rabbi Noam Katz and Beth Am, Kol Ami, Mekor Noam Katz, and a candle-lighting sented to the survivors during the tance of learning from generation Flood, in- Shalom, Rodeph Sholom, all of ceremony. The program is being 2 p.m. program at the temple. to generation. cludes 14 new songs of “resilience Tampa, and Temple Beth Shalom put on by the Tampa Rabbinical Cindy Minetti of Gulf Coast Amid prayers and the retelling and remembrance.” of Winter Haven. Association and Tampa Jewish Jewish Family & Community of the stories, Rabbi Katz will per- A candle lighting ceremony will Congregation Schaarai Zedek is Federation. Services, which runs the region’s form. The rabbi, who is also serving be held during the program. Rabbi at 3303 W. Swann Ave. This event Students in Jewish youth groups Holocaust Survivor Program, is that weekend as artist-in-residence Birnholz explained there will be is free and open to the entire com- from congregations in Hillsborough assembling a group of survivors at Congregation Schaarai Zedek, six candles lit – one for the sur- munity. 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From the movie, ‘In CELEBRATION Search of Israeli Cui- CONTINUED from FRONT PAGE sine,’ guide and chef Daily activities to celebrate the Michael Solomonov , Israel @70 will begin with Israeli left, samples cheese with Shai Seltzer, a stories and Israeli wine on Monday, cheesemaker in the April 16 at the Bryan Glazer Family Judaen Hills. The JCC from 7-8 p.m. Martin Fletcher, documentary will be a former NBC news Middle East shown during the correspondent, will join the pro- April 22 Israel Inde- gram via Skype, along with local pendence Day event. guest speaker, Malka Isaac. The two will share talks of real life Israeli experiences. On Tues- for a matchmaker who has The Main event day, April 17, survived the Holocaust and Tampa’s largest celebration of sample vari- both their lives are changed Israel’s 70th year of independence ous hummus forever. will take place on Sunday, April 22 recipes along Next up on Thursday, at the JCC on the Cohn Campus. with cooking April 19 teens and tweens Opening the day, will be a Sip & demonstra- will paint their hearts out while Skype program with Randy Susan tions by Sylvia Cohen of the creating an Israeli flag JCC on the Meyers, author of The Widow of popular chickpea dish. All ages are Cohn Campus from 4-5:30 p.m. Wall Street, a ripped-from-the- welcome to participate in this hands To end the week, on Friday, April headlines story about deceit, scan- on (and lip smacking) experience. 20, young families are invited to dal and guilt. The event will be from The program will take place from join in a Tot Shabbat celebrating 10:30 a.m. – 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the JCC on the Israel. Celebrations will be held at noon and in- Cohn Campus. 9:30 a.m. at the Cohn Campus and cludes spirits The following night, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. at the Glazer JCC. The and a nosh. April 18, an award winning movie, Tot Shabbat will include singing, Cost is $5 per The Matchmaker, a 2010 Israeli dancing and lots of fun with friends. person. film, will be featured at 6:30 p.m. For Saturday, April 21, the JCCs At 11 a.m., at the Villagio Cinemas in Car- and Federation is suggesting Fam- an hour-long rollwood. During the summer of ily Night at Home with ideas at PJ Library Goes to Is- 1968 a teenage boy goes to work www.jewishtampa.com/IID. rael program will be held. There will be crafts, games, songs and reading of the stories Dinosaur Goes to Israel and 3 Falafels in my Pita – all just right for children ages 6 months to 6 years. The grand opening and ceremo- nial ribbon cutting for the Judy Cohn Park and Jack Roth Garden on the campus begins at noon. The ceremony will include presenting of the colors by local war veterans, a Zum Gali Gali concert by the JCC Preschoolers and Club J students. The 70th birthday celebration of Israel continues with DJ John There are Wendleken playing Israeli music, dancing and trivia all afternoon. Arts & crafts, rides, bounce house, balloon twisting, face-painting and rock climbing will all fill the lots of afternoon. For adults, there will be Israeli beer and wine tasting in the garden. For those wanting to wind down ways for awhile, at 1:30 p.m., the movie, In Search of Israeli Cuisine, will be shown. Appropriate for the to eat matza. whole family, the documentary of- fers a portrait of the Israeli people through food. There is no charge to attend, although there is a $5 per car park- ing fee and food, beverages and some activities are available for purchase. The JCC on the Cohn campus is located at 13009 Community Campus Drive, off Gunn Highway just east of the Veterans Express- way. This event is sponsored by the Tampa Bay Times, United Janitorial Services and Amscot Financial. For the community events April 16-20, space is limited so par- ticipants are asked to register in ad- vance by e-mailing brandy.gold@ jewishtampa.com. More information on “7 weeks, 7 days Celebrating Israel@70” is available at www.jewishtampa. com or call the Tampa JCCs & And lots of ways to be Federation at (813) 264-9000. About Israel Independence Day The Declaration of Indepen- part of Federation. dence for the state of Israel was signed on May 14, 1948 in Tel Aviv. To make matza taste better — you can try hundreds of things. To make someone’s life better — On the Hebrew calendar that is the try Federation. Bring young Jewish adults together, provide for the elderly and educate our youth. fifth day of the month of Iyar, which Please give to the Tampa Jewish Federation. You’ll be helping your community this year begins at sundown on at home and around the world. In lots more ways than we can count. #lotsamatza Wednesday, April 18. It is known as Yom Ha’atzmaut, which literally means Day of Independence. Tampa The day before Yom Ha’atzmaut JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS & FEDERATION is Yom Hazikaron, Day of Remem- brance for Israeli fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA A PAGE 15

campus every other Wednesday pus, meets the second and fourth Bar Mitzvah Organizations from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., provides Friday from 10:30 a.m. to noon. an opportunity to see the Bible not The topic on April 13 will be the from a religious perspective but as Florida legislature and the Consti- Jacob Paul Sams Boot camp: In partnership a piece of remarkable writing. The tutional Review Commission and Genealogical Society with Congregation B’nai Israel of next classes are on April 11 and on April 27 the topic will be What Jacob Paul Sams, son of Monica Members helping mem- St. Petersburg, Gulf Coast Jew- 25. This is a discussion course with American values seem to have and Andrew Sams of Tampa, will bers: The Jewish Genealogical ish Family and Community Ser- participation open to people of all been set aside. be called to Society of Tampa Bay will meet vices, and the Jewish Federation faiths and backgrounds. Bring There is no charge to attend at the Torah on Sunday April 8 at 2 p.m. at of Pinellas and Pasco Counties, your own Bible so participants either location. as a Bar Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Com- TampaBay-Job-Links will pres- can compare different translations. The other four ques- Mitzvah on munity Services, 14041 Icot Blvd., ent a full-day Job-Search Boot Cost is $3 for members and $4 for tions: Rabbi Jason Rosenberg S a t u r d a y, Clearwater, for a hands-on work- Camp providing tools and strate- guests of Congregation Beth Am will April 7 at ing session for individual research gies to help individuals in career Canasta: Meet in the senior lead classes to explain the back- Congrega- using the Internet and library re- transition kick their job search into lounge at the Cohn campus ev- ground and significance of the tion Schaa- sources of the organization. Ex- high gear. The workshop will take ery Friday from 3-4:30 p.m. for holidays. The next class, on Pu- rai Zedek in perienced society mentors will be place at Congregation B’nai Isra- friendly games of canasta. rim, Hanukkah and other minor Tampa. on hand to provide guidance and el, 300 58th St. N., St. Petersburg, Movie matinee: Enjoy a days, is Wednesday, April 11 at J a c o b assistance. Free access to Ances- on Wednesday, April 25 from 9 classic movie and popcorn on noon at the Cohn campus. is a seventh grade Headmasters try.com and to MyHeritage.com a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost to attend the first Wednesday of the month Trivial Pursuit and piz- List student at Berkeley Prepara- (Premium), will be offered on sev- is $25, and a kosher lunch will be from 10 a.m. to noon on the Cohn za: Enjoy pizza and exercise your tory School. Active in the Span- eral computers and available for provided. Advance registration campus. There is no charge to at- mind on Thursday, April 12 from ish Club, he also plays club soccer use. Attendees are asked to bring is required, and seating is lim- tend. On April 4, the movie will 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cohn and tennis. For his mitzvah proj- their own research materials and ited. To register, call TampaBay- be Daniel. campus. There is no charge. ect, Jacob hosted a Thanksgiving information and their own laptop Job-Links at (813) 344-0200 or Yiddish nostalgia: Join neighborhood food drive to benefit computer if they have one. A pre- email [email protected] by April Ruth Weston and other Yiddish Support groups the Holiday Tent at Metropolitan session social with refreshments 18. enthusiasts on Thursday, April 26 Alzheimer’s caregiver: Ministries of Tampa. and library access begins at 1:30 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Cohn Menorah Manor offers a support Monica and Andrew Sams will p.m. campus to share favorite expres- group meeting in the Samson host a celebration at Palma Ceia For information about the orga- Jewish War Veterans Volunteers needed: The sions and reminisce. This program Nursing Center at Menorah Man- Golf and Country Club on Satur- nization or directions to the meet- Jewish War Veterans Post 373 is is free. or, 255 59th St. N., St. Petersburg, day evening, April 7. ing, call Bruce Hadburg at (727) seeking members who would like Crochet lessons: Learn on the first Thursday of the month Special guests will include 796-7981. to help ill and disabled veterans. crochet with instructor Judy Bal- from 3:30-5 p.m. grandparents Alice and Stanley Contact Commander Jack Ru- ber every Monday on the Cohn For more information, call Rosenthal from Tampa and Dave Young Adults dowsky at (813) 598-8061 or campus from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Gwen Kaldenberg at (727) 302- and Betsy Sams from Vero Beach, #Gather offers a mix of social email [email protected]. Bring yarn, crochet hooks and any 3750. along with family and friends from and interactive activities designed pattern you want. Cost is $25 for coast to coast. to help young adults connect. It is members; $30 for non-members open to young adults of all faiths Active Adults All programs listed are either with prorating options available. and backgrounds. For more in- Anton Legal Group at the Maureen & Douglas Cohn Mah jongg: Folks can play at formation or to RSVP for any Jewish Community Campus, both JCCs. At the Cohn campus, Since 1985 #Gather events, visit: www.bry- 13009 Community Campus Drive, there is free open play sessions anglazerfamilyjcc.com/gather or or at the Bryan Glazer Family JCC every Tuesday and Thursday from contact Lisa Robbins at lisa.rob- at 522 N. Howard Ave. To RSVP or 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. [email protected] or (813) for more information on programs At the Glazer JCC, drop-in ses- 769-4723. Marital/Family Law • Civil Litigation at either center, contact Pnina sions are offered on Mondays, Flavor tripping: The #Gath- Levermore at (813) 291-2253 or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-3 Stock Broker Disputes er group will meet Monday, April pnina.levermore@JewishTampa. p.m. This is free for all members. 9 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 81 Bay 813-443-5249 S. David Anton, Esq. com. All registrations should be Novices and experienced players Brewing Company, 4465 W. Gan- completed before events begin. are welcome. www.AntonLegalGroup.com • 2503 West Swann Ave., Suite 112, Tampa dy Blvd, Tampa, to experience the Culture Café: Enjoy a taste JetSetters: The Phyllis Bor- “miracle berry” from West Africa of Jewish Food, music and dress at rell JetSetters social group for that turns tart and savory foods a Culture Café event at the Glazer adults of all ages meets at both into sweet flavors. A lemon sud- JCC on Wednesday, April 25 from JCCs for an hour-long program denly tastes like lemonade. Cheese 7-8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for mem- followed by lunch. The JetSetters tastes like frosting. Vinegar tastes bers and $15 for guests. group meets on the Cohn cam- like apple juice. The cost is $5 for Bridge lessons: pus on the fourth Thursday of the members and $10 for guests. Half- Those who AUTO INSURANCE want to learn how to play bridge month from 11 a.m. to noon. On DESIGNED FOR AARP MEMBERS price flights of beer will be avail- Thursday, April 26 enjoy singing able for $5. or improve their game can take bridge classes at the Glazer JCC along to vaudeville tunes with Joy IF YOUR CURRENT Spin class: Join in a high-en- YOU COULD SAVE: on Fridays April 13-May 18. This Katzen-Guthrie. * INSURANCE IS: ergy spin class with other #Gather The lunch is free for members, $370 GEICO $380 members at the Glazer JCC on is for players at any level and ses- sions are from 1-2:30 p.m. The though a donation of $5 is sug- AVERAGE SAVINGS ALLSTATE $477 Monday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. gested. WHEN YOU SWITCH This is free for members and $7 cost is $50 for members; $60 for STATE FARM $383 non-members. There are also open At the Glazer JCC, JetSetters for guests and includes access to meet on the second Wednesday of the entire JCC for the day. Pedal play bridge days on Mondays at Experienced Drivers 50+: You could save hundreds* the month from 11 a.m. to noon. on Auto Insurance when you switch to the through hill climbs, sprints and the Glazer JCC from 10:30 a.m. to AARP® noon. This is free for members and The lunch is free for members, but Auto Insurance Program from The Hartford. interval training with motivational donations are welcome. On April music to help push you through $10 for non-members. • Rates that reward you for your safe driving Men’s Club: This group will 11 there will be a presentation on the challenge. Cool down with a “From Russia with Love.” • Exclusive package of benefi ts smoothie by the pool together. 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Links are offered at the Jack Roth AARP and its affi liates are not insurers. Paid endorsement. The Hartford pays royalty fees to AARP for the use of its intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purposes volunteering or discussions. 7-8:30 p.m. of AARP. AARP membership is required for Program eligibility in most states. The AARP Automobile Insurance Program from The Hartford is underwritten by Hartford Fire Insurance Center for Career Development Company and its affi liates, One Hartford Plaza, Hartford, CT 06155. Auto program is currently unavailable in Massachusetts, Canada and U.S. Territories or possessions. Specifi c The whole enchilada: The group at the Cohn cam- features, credits and discounts may vary and may not be available in all states in accordance with state fi lings and applicable law. Applicants are individually underwritten and some at TampaBay-Job-Links, 4100 W. may not qualify. 1/18 CW Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206, Tampa Take a class at the Glazer JCC that from 9:30 - 11 a.m. On April 2 the offers fitness for body and mind on topic is “What’s Your Nonver- Wednesdays, April 4 - 25 from 10 bal Communication Saying?” On a.m. to noon, taught by June Kit- April 9 the topic is “The 7 Habits tay and Eric Pfeiffer. Combine of Highly Effective Job Seekers” the advantages of physical and and on April 16 the topic is “How mental fitness exercises to produce to Work the Room at a Networking fun and enhanced health. The cost Event or Job Fair.” Monday Morn- is $40. This is an Osher class of- ing Links is supported by the Vinik fered through USF. For more in- Family Foundation. formation and to register, contact Job-search aids: The next the USF Institute of Life Long Success workshop will be Thurs- Learning at (813) 974-8036. Plugged in workshop: day, April 5 from 9:30 a.m. to In 12:30 p.m. The topic is “5 Steps to the coming weeks – dates to be Negotiate a Job Offer” and on April announced later – there will be 12 it is “Mastering Change and workshops at the Glazer JCC on Transition.” The workshops are cloud storage and managing de- free for TampaBay Job-Links full vice storage and what to look for program participants and $15 for in choosing a device. This is a free guests. Reservations required for program, but advanced registra- all programs. To RSVP, call (813) tion required. 344-0200, email RSVP@TBJL. Biblical literature: This org. course, which meets at the Cohn PAGE 16 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018

Leonard The first Torah reading in orbit and other fun facts about Jews in space Nimoy, as By JOSEFIN DOLSTEN trip, in 1985. ture, which he had seen in a syna- Spock JTA news service Hoffman, a gogue as a child (it also appears on “Star NEW YORK – The Torah tells Brooklyn na- on tombstones of Kohanim). The Trek” how God created the earth and the tive who was Vulcan salute, which is accompa- giving heavens, although the stories that born in 1944, nied by the phrase “Live long and the follow tell us more about the for- brought prosper” (the Kohanim’s blessing Vulcan mer than the latter. A new exhibit with him a begins “May God bless you and salute. doesn’t quite answer theological scaled-down guard you”), became so iconic questions about space, but it does Torah and that the White House mentioned it held on in one form or another un- show the ways in which Jews have did the first in a statement issued on Nimoy’s til 2005. Among the Jewish writ- ers who had their first stories pub- looked at, written about and trav- Astronaut Torah read- death in 2015. NASA/Space Frontiers/Getty Images ing outside lished in the magazine were Isaac eled into the final frontier. Jeffrey Hoffman A Jewish immigrant to the U.S. “Jews in Space: Members of the Mission specialist Judith Resnik send- of Earth. He Asimov and Howard Fast. ing a message to her father from the also had a set of Jewish ritual items helped popularize science fiction. Tribe in Orbit,” named after a Mel Hugo Gernsback, a Jewish im- This book of horoscopes shuttle Discovery on on its maiden specially made for his trip, includ- Brooks gag, is an exhibit orga- migrant from was written in Yiddish. voyage, Aug. 30, 1984. ing a mezuzah with a Velcro strip nized and on view at the YIVO In- Luxembourg, Published in 1907 in Odessa, she flew on the maiden voyage of that he would attach to his bunk stitute for Jewish Research and the is some- Ukraine, The Revealer of That the Space Shuttle Discovery in and a tallit with weights to keep it Center for Jewish History here. It times called Which Is Hidden: A New Practi- 1984. Born in 1949 to Jewish im- from floating away in zero-gravi- features both Yiddish and Hebrew “The Father cal Book of Fate gave Yiddish migrants from Ukraine who settled ty. He also brought a menorah to books on astronomy and astrology, of Science readers a way to learn about their in Ohio, Resnik worked as an en- celebrate Hanukkah, although he science fiction works created by Fiction” for futures by way of astrology. The gineer at the Xerox Corp. before was never able to actually light it Jews and sections on the history of publishing a book offered predictions based Jewish astronauts. JTA was given being recruited to NASA in a pro- aboard the spacecraft. on the reader’s zodiac sign. Simi- gram to diversify its workforce. magazine that a tour by Eddy Portnoy, YIVO’s The Vulcan salute on “Star Trek” helped popu- lar books existed both in Yiddish senior researcher and director of Resnik was only the fourth female and Hebrew during the time pe- to ever do so. She died in 1986 has Jewish origins. larize the genre. Launched in exhibitions, who co-curated the Actor Leonard Nimoy used an 1926, Amazing Stories featured riod, but rabbinic authorities were collection, and learned about some along with the rest of the crew of not thrilled, since astrology is the Space Shuttle Challenger when unlikely source of inspiration for tales of aliens, robots and other of the unusual and unexpected re- his character Spock’s iconic Vul- beings, including ones written by banned by Jewish law (although lationship between Jews and the the spacecraft broke apart shortly zodiac symbols have shown up after takeoff. can salute, which consists of a Gernsback himself. His magazine cosmos. raised hand with the middle and brought science fiction — a term as synagogue decorations for at The first Jewish American In 1985, a Jewish-American astro- ring fingers parted into a V. The he coined — to the mainstream least 1,500 years). Despite that, to go into space was a woman. naut read from the Torah in space. gesture looks just like the one and inspired many writers, such as Jews at the time continued to read Judith Resnik became the first Jeffrey Hoffman, the first Kohanim do in synagogue dur- Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the horoscopes as well as seek other Jewish American and second Jew Jewish-American man to go into ing the Priestly Blessing. In his Jewish-American duo that created ways of predicting the future, (Soviet astronaut Boris Volynov space, consulted a rabbi on how autobiography, Nimoy explained Superman. Gernsback left Amaz- such as by going to psychics and was the first) to go into space when to observe Judaism on his first that he had copied the Jewish ges- ing Stories in 1929, although it reading tea leaves. Obituaries ESTHER JEAN PLOWDEN (JEANNIE), 83, of Tampa, died March 11. 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Photographer Erez Kaganovits, creator of the Humans of Tel Aviv exhibit, right, will be at the Pinellas Israel Independence Day event on Sunday, April 15. Across the bay: Israel celebration in Largo will feature something for all RALPH BOBO It will be an afternoon of speech- Area/Branch Manager es, food, family fun, photographic NMLS ID 432371 State Lic. L025098 art, music and festivities when the 3903 Northdale Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33624 Pinellas/Pasco Jewish community celebrates the 70th anniversary of C: 813.781.1024 the birth of Israel on Sunday, April [email protected] 15 in Largo. www.RalphBobo.com Hosted by the Jewish Federa- tion of Pinellas and Pasco Coun- Support Our Advertisers! ties, the free celebration will be They help make the Jewish Press possible held at the Creative Pinellas/ Pinewood Cultural Center, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo, from 1 to 4 p.m. One of the featured guests at the festivities will be Israeli photog- rapher Erez Kaganovits, who will talk about an exhibit of his work, Humans of Tel Aviv, that will be on display throughout the day. “What I love most about this project is that I can reach people in a way that I’m not forcing my ideas upon others, but rather sim- ply taking a photo, telling a story, and letting it speak for itself,” the photographer said. A variety of other speakers also will be on hand to remind folks of the importance of the Jewish state and what the nation faces as it con- tinues to grow and bloom. Rabbi Ed Rosenthal of Hillels of the Florida Suncoast will speak about the challenges Jewish stu- dents face on college campuses around the Tampa Bay area when speakers and student groups voice positions against Israel. Two authors will discuss their Jewish-themed books. Roslyn Franken of Seminole will talk about her book, Meant To Be: A True Story of Might, Miracles and Triumph of the Human Spirit. It is a love story about how her mom, who survived Nazi concentration camps, and dad, who was in a Jap- anese prisoner of war camp, met and fell in love. Lynda Lippman-Lockhart of St. Petersburg will also speak about her book, The Laundry Room, a tale of Israeli resistance in 1946. Eric Lynn of St. Petersburg, who played a large role in getting ap- proval and funding for Israel’s Iron Dome rocket defense system, will discuss his work on the project. There will be a sing-a-long, complimentary traditional Israeli and Jewish food, and fun for kids that includes a bounce house, an archeological dig, face painting, balloon art and the opportunity to make Israeli flags. For all ages, there will be Krav Maga self defense demonstrations and Israeli dancing. Learn more about the celebra- tion at www.jewishpinellas.org or call (727) 530-3223. PAGE 18 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 Colombian Jewish news Israel steps in anchor asked to resign for to help teachers refusal to cross herself on air RIO DE JANEIRO (JTA) — A Cathy after Parkland Colombian Jewish journalist was Bekerman ordered to resign from her anchor school shooting of religion guaranteed in the post on a daily TV newscast after By Abigail Klein Leichman refusing to cross herself while she Colombian Constitution,” read a ISRAEL21c.org was on the air. statement by the Confederation of Ten days after the shooting at Jewish Communities of Colombia. Channel 1’s Cathy Bekerman Marjory Stoneman Douglas High was asked to resign after refusing Israel’s ambassador to Colombia School in Parkland, experts from the order by Yamid Amat, newscast also weighed in. “A journalist with director of the CM& broadcast such a broad audience had the the Israel Trauma Coalition ar- network, the Agencia Judia de No- chance to use his position to raise rived at the community to guide ticias website reported. awareness about anti-Semitism. teachers and community leaders “He told me to cross myself, I did Instead, he chose to level scorn through a “day after” strategy for not do it and he asked me to resign on a serious anti-Semitic incident. helping people face the future with Yotam Dagan leads an Israel Trauma Coalition workshop in Florida. The organi- at that moment, to which I did not This is not the way to fight against resilience. zation conducted training sessions for 600 community leaders in South Florida agree,” Bekerman told the media. this scourge: Anti-Semitism is Seventeen people were killed in the wake of massacre on Feb. 14 at Marjory Stonenam Douglas High School. everybody’s problem,” Marco According to Graciela Torres, in the shooting – 14 students and “What was really apparent was community resilience and national another well-known Colombian Sermoneta tweeted. three staff members – making it that the experts from Israel re- emergency preparedness in Israel journalist, Bekerman showed up Amat eventually published an one of the world’s deadliest school in the newsroom two days after the apology on Channel 1’s website, ally knew what they were talking and elsewhere. massacres. The community, which about,” says Teitelbaum. “They Thus far, ITC has sent 17 del- March 14 incident escorted by her reported Publimetro. “One of my had never dealt with a shooting on father and a lawyer. instructions, to accentuate a piece have deep experience and long- egations abroad – usually two or this scale, was in shock. term insight from what they’ve three professionals from ITC part- “It’s a dark situation for Yamid of news that was not about religious “It was devastating,” says Nan- Amat and his newscast because beliefs, provoked a rejection from seen at home and from crises ner organizations who speak the cy Teitelbaum, senior director of they could be sued for religious my colleague Cathy Bekerman. they’ve helped deal with all over local language. marketing and communications at intolerance in a country where there Because I feel that I affected her the world.” “Outside of Israel, 95 percent of is freedom of worship,” Torres said. religious convictions without that Goodman Jewish Family Services Dagan felt that most of the pro- the time we do not provide direct “It is not enough that Cathy’s being my purpose, I offer her a pub- of Broward County. “Everyone in fessionals and lay people are now care,” Levanon explains. “It’s the work situation is ‘solved.’ We lic apology,” he wrote. “May the our small community in Parkland better equipped to understand local professionals who know the expect a public apology from Mr. Jewish community and other reli- is affected.” what they went through and to in- community and the culture. Our Amat in light of his discriminatory gious organizations always receive Teitelbaum has a son in 11th tervene using practical tools devel- purpose is to train them in wellbe- and violative behavior of freedom a respectful treatment from me.” grade at Stoneman Douglas, and oped in Israel. But there is more to ing, resilience and coping skills he was at the school on the day of be done. and provide tools to take care of the shooting. Her older son gradu- “The situation in the Parkland themselves and others. ated from the same school just a area didn’t end when we left,” says “Wherever we go, we always year ago. Dagan. “There is still work to do focus on the strengths of the peo- “Most counselors, teachers and and we will go again soon. As we ple and how they cope as individu- clinicians have never dealt with did in the Philippines four years als or as part of the community. a mass shooting,” she told IS- ago, in Florida we hope to select a When someone from the outside RAEL21c. “They have no frame smaller group to be trainers, leav- comes to help they bring a fresh of reference.” ing our model in place when we go perspective and can see your pain That’s exactly what the Israe- back home.” and your strengths.” li team came to provide. Israel ITC professionals offer their ex- ITC’s sessions in Florida were Trauma Coalition (ITC) members pertise following crises across the coordinated by the Israeli Ministry Yotam Dagan from Natal Israel globe. Currently, ITC is actively of Foreign Affairs with the Con- Center for Trauma and Resilience, assisting communities in Houston sulate General of Israel in Miami, and Alan Cohen from the Commu- in the wake of Hurricane Harvey Behavioral Health Associates of nity Stress Prevention Center, led last August; in Mexico after a Broward-Counseling Centers of sessions for about 600 community deadly September earthquake; in Goodman JFS and the Jewish Fed- leaders including clinicians, law Las Vegas following a mass shoot- eration of Broward County. enforcers, social workers, first re- ing in October; and now in Florida. Ongoing ITC trainings in Hous- sponders, parents and clergy in the “So many disasters are happen- ton, with three more scheduled for Parkland area. ing in the world and we always try this year, are funded by the UJA- to see if we can help,” says ITC Federation of New York. ITC’s Returning to normalcy Director Talia Levanon, a clini- work in Las Vegas, funded by Jew- “We got there the first day cal social worker who has flown ish Nevada, is getting started with teachers went back to school and to several countries – in addition a “mapping mission” to identify the day before students went back to overseeing ITC’s work in Israel local partners, needs and resourc- to school, so we were very relevant – to train leaders in community- es. In Mexico, local Jewish fed- in teaching them how to handle based healing and resilience. erations are supporting ITC train- that period with some kind of nor- ing through the Joint Distribution malcy,” Dagan, a seasoned clinical Helping the helpers Committee (JDC). psychologist, tells ISRAEL21c. The ITC was created in 2002, a Michael Balaban, president and “The psychological shockwaves year of unrelenting terror attacks chief executive officer of the Jew- of the event have been tremendous. in Israel, to harness the collective ish Federation of Broward County, Almost everyone had a connection knowledge, expertise and experi- said, “We know that the need for with someone on the scene. We ence of Israel’s governmental and these kinds of resources is, unfor- met as many community members non-governmental trauma man- tunately, going to be long lasting, as we could, enabled them to talk agement organizations. and we know that we have a part- about their trauma and then shared Originally focused on direct nership with the ITC that allows us Israeli best practices for the day care, the umbrella organization ex- to lean on them for that expertise after.” panded to professional training for over the long haul.” MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018 JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA A PAGE 19 Haggadahs and other Passover supplements to change up your Seder table talk By GABE FRIEDMAN best-seller. Judging from author on education, to the number four, an Ethiopian saga meant for one ness of Jewish diversity, respec- JTA news service Dave Cowen’s bylines in Mc- Harry Potter and Passover share of the blessings over wine to a Ro- tively. The insert asks Seder par- NEW YORK – Although Jews Sweeney’s and The New Yorker, almost everything,” Rabbi Rosen- hingya mention in the Seder plate ticipants to discuss the the Exodus have celebrated Passover by read- it’s probably pretty funny, too. berg writes in the introduction. discussion. It becomes explicitly theme, the Rev. Martin Luther ing from the Haggadah in one form political at the end and offers tips King Jr. and what freedom means. or another for 2,000 years, Jewish TODAY’S REFUGEES – Before Dayeinu on how to take real-world action to The cards contain trivia about in- Take turns reading aloud: Dayeinu. It would have been enough. But would it have ternational communities, such as organizations and publishers strive been enough? help refugees. If God had only parted the sea but not allowed us to cross the Abayudaya Jews in Uganda or each year to connect the holiday to to safety, would it have been enough? If we had crossed “In the face of unprecedented Um. to freedom and been sustained wandering through the Sumaya Agha/Mercy Corps Agha/Mercy Sumaya wilderness but not received the wisdom of Torah to help the Jews of Gibraltar. modern times with fresh Hagga- guide us, would it have been enough? efforts to limit refugees’ ability to What is enough? seek safety in the United States – A landing page for the materials dahs as well as supplements. As we sing the traditional “Dayeinu” at the Passover Seder, we express appreciation even for incomplete blessings. We are reminded that, in the face of uncertainty, we can even as more people are displaced claims that 20 percent of American If you’re looking to give your Dowla. cultivate gratitude for life’s small miracles and we can Brian Sokol/UNHCR Brian Sokol/UNHCR find abundance amidst brokenness. Just as the story of our own people’s wandering teaches us these lessons time and time again, so, too, do the stories by violence and persecution than Jews identify as African-Amer- seder a distinct 2018 flavor, con- of today’s refugees. The meager possessions they bring with them as they flee reflect the reality of rebuilding a life from so very little. ever before – these powerful sym- ican, Latino, Asian, mixed race, sider these options – they bring up For Um, the blessing of being alive in Jordan after escaping violence in Homs in the company of her husband with only the clothes on her back – Dayeinu: it would have been enough.11 bols of both the unimaginable suf- Sephardi and Mizrahi. topics ranging from Donald Trump For Dowla, the wooden pole balanced on her shoulders, which she used to carry each of her six children when they were too tired to walk during the 10-day trip from Gabanit fering and the boundless resilience to Ethiopian chickpea matzah. to South Sudan – Dayeinu: it would have been enough. For Farhad, the photograph of his mother that he managed and hope of refugees feel particu- Haggadahs in French, Russian, to hide under his clothes when smugglers told him to throw everything away as he escaped Afghanistan – Dayeinu: Sajida. Sumaya Agha/Mercy Corps Agha/Mercy Sumaya it would have been enough.12 Portuguese, Italian and Spanish larly poignant,” a statement on the For Sajida, the necklace her best friend gave her to remember her childhood in Syria – Dayeinu: it would Topic: Cultural and linguistic have been enough. HIAS website reads. For Muhammed, scrolling through the list of numbers on his diversity cell phone, his only connection to the people he has known his whole life – Dayeinu: it would have been enough. Muhammed. Sumaya Agha/Mercy Corps Agha/Mercy Sumaya Repair the World/ Have a non-English or non-He- 6 Be’chol Lashon Haggadah brew speaker coming to your Sed- The (unofficial) Hogwarts insert and trivia cards er? Want to brush up on the for- HIAS Haggadah supplement Haggadah Topic: Jewish diversity eign language skills you haven’t Topic: International refugees Topic: What Harry Potter can “How do we connect the an- practiced since college? Then you Formerly the Hebrew Immi- teach us about Passover traditions cient story of Exodus to modern might be interested in a Haggadah Self-published by Rabbi Moshe grant Aid Society, HIAS was struggles for freedom as individu- in a different language. These of- Rosenberg, a Queens teacher founded in 1881 to help Russian als and as a multiracial, multieth- ferings from the Kehot Publica- and spiritual leader, this Hagga- Jewish immigrants settle into the nic Jewish community?” tion Society, an arm of Chabad- dah includes the entire standard U.S., but these days it lends a hand That’s the thinking behind this Lubavitch aren’t new, but cultural text, interspersed with essays and to all kinds of populations around Haggadah insert and set of trivia diversity is of the moment. They JDC Entwine toolkit thoughts related to Harry Pot- the world. Its 11-page guide offers cards from the nonprofits Repair are all 114 pages and inexpensive. Topic: Jewish diversity ter and the wizarding world of a blueprint for weaving refugee the World and Be’chol Lashon, The American Jewish Joint Dis- Hogwarts. “From the concepts of references and stories into almost which help connect Jews with vol- Jewish Press staff contributed to tribution Committee was sending slavery and freedom, to the focus every aspect of your seder, from unteer work and promote aware- this report. aid to Jews in need decades before gluten-free matzah was a thing. But one of its newer initiatives, Entwine, has produced a hip and fun “global Passover toolkit” it’s dubbing “ReOrdered” (a reference to the word seder, which means “order” in Hebrew). It’s free to order online (http:// www.jdcentwine.org/reordered/) and comes with several good- ies, including a recipe book with traditional Passover recipes from around the world. Then there’s the four “Community Cards,” each highlighting an international Jew- ish community that the JDC has helped in the past: from Ethiopia, the Soviet Union, Morocco and Sarajevo (in Bosnia and Herze- govina). Each card has a story from someone in that community, a ritual Passover food and a tra- ditional toast. The details are as delightful as they are educational: Did you know Ethiopian Jews make matzah out of chickpeas, or that Bosnian Jews turn eggs black by boiling them with coffee grounds? The guide also includes a sheet meant to help the Seder leader in- corporate it all into the ritual meal, coasters and even a matzah box centerpiece with cards for the Four Questions meant to represent the supplies the JDC has sent around the world since World War I. It’s basically a historical, multicultural Seder in a box — just add Hagga- dah and food.

The Trump Passover Haggadah Topic: The 45th president of the United States The full title is The Trump Pass- over Haggadah: People All The Time They Come Up To Me And Tell Me This Is The Best Hagga- dah They’ve Ever Read, They Do, Believe Me” and the Amazon de- scription, like the title, will tell you this Haggadah isn’t for diehard fans of Donald Trump or President Zayde as his grandchildren call him in the introduction. “If you’re an afflicted liberal Jew, with an un- conservative sense of humor, and you find traditional Seders as dry as matzo,” suggests Amazon, “try this radically irreverent political parody Haggadah this Passover.” There isn’t much more informa- tion on the Amazon page, except that the Haggadah is an online PAGE 20 A JEWISH PRESS of TAMPA MARCH 23 - APRIL 5, 2018