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Marisa Finetti has called Las Vegas home since 2005, after spending 10 years as a zinfandel grower in Dry Creek Valley. Her best of moments in writing include getting her mug shot taken at Penn Jillette’s house, covering a nudist colony while being uncovered, and interviewing a sommelier who enlightened her that there is more to wine than California.

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“And what air freshener would fabulous Max desire?” These words never fail to arrest my reverie whilst waiting in the carwash line at my local Fabulous Freddy. The desire to return my vehicle to its pre-owned showroom condition, especially after bad weather, is something that I share with many other locals. Without hesitating or even requesting an inventory of all my options, I reply “New car please!”

The last days of a year are somewhat akin to the carwash; we patiently ait for brushes and foam cham a ne corks and fire orks to be o er allowing us to emerge once again into a universe anointed by the fragrant notes of a fresh scent. We drive off with the impression of newness – since it smells new it must be new! We renew our lives on New Year’s Day compliments of a new calendar.

In 1582 some monks and astronomers produced the Julian calendar 2.0, naming the update after Pope Gregory XVIII. The new Gregorian calendar neatly organized life into years with 12 months, 52 weeks, 365 days, 8,760 hours 525,600 minutes and 31,540,000 seconds. They even took care of the fact that the real length of a year is approx. 365.25 days and added an extra (leap) day to February. 2016 was one such year with the next one coming in 2020. I guess U.S. Presidential elections are always on leap years.

Jaq Greenspon recently had an extended stay in Lisbon, where he was invited to manage a clown festival. Never one to pass up an opportunity, I asked him to snoop around Portugal (a larger assignment than we both antici ated to find a com ellin sub ect for an essa n Rabbi Abraham Zacuto and the Astrolabe a es ou find the result of his da tri s out of the capital. Traveling to Tomar, a small medieval city some hours north of Lisbon he came across the tiny, very old Sinagoga de Tomar which holds the Museu Luso-Hebraico Abraham Zacuto (the Abraham Zacuto Portuguese-Jewish Museum.) As an astronomer, Rabbi Zacuto held prestigious positions in both the Spanish and Portuguese courts. is contributions to the e loration of the lanet ere si nificant as both Vasco de Gama and Christopher Columbus carried charts and astrolabes of his design and making.

Getting back to the theme of the New Year, we cover one particular resolution that many make and sadly break. For years statistics have shown a sharp decrease in smoking. Last year these statistics were troubling, as a slight uptick in the habit was observed. Not as advertised, vaping and mari uana use may be encouraging a return to tobacco roducts We ro ide t o articles on the sub ect In Early Detection is the Name of the Game pages 32-35 we cover the ground breaking technology that doctors at UMC are using to spot lung cancer and in The Wrong Year to Quit Smoking pages 42-45 Rob Kachelriess covers the topic more generally.

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Golden Nugget, 129 Fremont St., Las Vegas.

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Brooklyn Bowl, 3545 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-862-2695. http://brooklynbowl. com/las-vegas STYX & DON FELDER: RENEGADES IN THE FAST LANE Through Jan. 14, 8 p.m., $59.50 and up. Venetian, 3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-414-1000. https://venetian. com JON LOVITZ & DANA CARVEY REUNITED Through Jan. 7, 8:30 p.m., $49- $89. Foundry Showroom, SLS, 2535 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-761-7000. http://slshotels. com/lasvegas

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DISCOVERING THE LOST MEZUZOT OF POLAND 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., free. SperlingKronberg-Mack Holocaust Resource Center, 4794 S. Eastern Ave. A, Las Vegas. 702-4330005. https://jewishnevada.org

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JOE WALSH Through Jan. 21, 8:30 p.m., $100- $350. House of Blues, Mandalay Place, 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-6327600. http://mandalaybay.com

THE FOURTH BRIDGE CLASSICAL GUITAR QUARTET 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., free. Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. 702-507-3630. http://lvccld.org

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DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF ENTERTAINMENT Through Jan. 15, times vary, $18- $83. Thomas & Mack Center, UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas. 702739-3267. http://thomasandmack.com

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THE MOUNTAINTOP Through Jan. 15, Times vary, $34. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas. 702-749-2012. http:// thesmithcenter.com 52 FRIDAYS: BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS 8 p.m., $21- $108. Golden Nugget, 129 Fremont St., Las Vegas. 702-385-7111. http:// goldennugget.com SURFIN' - THE BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE Through Jan. 14, 8 p.m., $10. Cannery Casino & Hotel, 2121 E. Craig Rd., Las Vegas. 702507-5700. http://cannerycasino.com

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BURTON CUMMINGS Through Jan. 12, 9 p.m., $43 and up. Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas. 702-284-7777. http:// orleans.com

RANDY BACHMAN Through Jan. 14, 9 p.m., $43.55 and up. Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas. 702-284-7777. http:// orleans.com

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Thomas & Mack Center, UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas. 702-739-3267. http://thomasandmack.com MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Through Jan. 22, times vary, $29- $127. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas. 702-7492012. http://thesmithcenter.com

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THE COMPOSERS SHOWCASE OF LAS VEGAS 10:30 p.m., $20- $25. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas.

702-749-2012. http://thesmithcenter.com CIRQUE DU SOLEIL - TORUK: THE FIRST FLIGHT Through Jan. 22, times vary, $29- $155.

T-Mobile Arena, 3780 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-692-1300. http://t-mobilearena.com

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JCCSN AN EVENING FOR THE ARTS 7 p.m.

House of Straus, 409 Rosemary Lane,Las Vegas. 702-794-0090. http://jccsn.org Phil Lesh and Friends Jan. 20-21

TOSH.SHOW Through Jan. 14, Times vary, $66 and up. Mirage, 3400 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-791-7111. http://mirage.com RVLTN 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY Through Jan. 14, 8 p.m., $45 and up. The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel, 4455 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas.

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KEITH SWEAT Through Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m., $59 and up. Donny & Marie Showroom, Flamingo, 3555 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-7333111. https://caesars.com/flamingo-las-vegas UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BASKETBALL VS.

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GEORGE WINSTON Through Jan. 21, 7 p.m., $35- $59. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas. 702-749-2012. http:// thesmithcenter.com 52 FRIDAYS - MICKEY DOLENZ 8 p.m., $21$108. Golden Nugget, 129 Fremont St., Las Vegas. 702-385-7111. http://goldennugget.com

RETROSPECTIVE IN STILL-LIFE Through Jan. 31, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., free. Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas.

702-507-3630. http://lvccld.org

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NIKI SCALERA: BASSEY AND ME Through Jan. 22, times vary, $25 and up. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas.

702-749-2012. http://thesmithcenter.com LAS VEGAS JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL Through Jan. 29, times vary, $10. Locations vary. 702-239-2277. http://lvjff.org/ CABRERA CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN AND MOZART 7:30 p.m., $30- $109. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas.

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FALLING IN REVERSE, ISSUES & MOTIONLESS IN WHITE 5 p.m., $27.50.

House of Blues, Mandalay Place, 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-632-7600. http://mandalaybay.com

Motown the Musical Jan. 17-22

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ANNUAL LAS VEGAS SPRING FESTIVAL CHINESE NEW YEAR PARADE 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., free. Downtown Las Vegas Container Park, 707 Fremont St., Las Vegas. 702-8482098. http://cnyinthedesert.com PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS: CARL FRAMPTON VS. LEO SANTA CRUZ II 2 p.m., $99 and up. MGM Grand Garden Arena, 3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-892-7575. https://mgmgrand.com

Willie Nelson & Family Jan. 28 - Feb. 4

PHIL LESH AND FRIENDS Through Jan. 21, 8 p.m., $70- $104. Brooklyn Bowl, 3545 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. 702-862-2695. http://brooklynbowl.com/las-vegas ZOOLOGY FEATURING: SHIBA SAN AND WILL CLARKE Time TBA, $20 and up.

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Mingle Anti-Defamation League 2016 Imagine a World Without Hate Gala Venue Caesars Palace

Date Saturday, October 22

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The evening was held to celebrate the fine ork the nti efamation ea ue does here in Southern Nevada and around the country. Several individuals and organizations were honored as they best e em lified the s irit of the e enin to stand up to hate and promote diversity and inclusion in their communities.

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits recei ed s mericanism ard and rdi a mnabadi and arr mith recei ed s ommunit artner ard ieutenant asha arkin of the as e as etro olitan olice e artment recei ed the ard and ha na arton th rader at esert asis i h chool as resented ith s arrick old tudent eadershi ard uest s eaker r hi r han nited tates rm old tar ather a e a mo in address hich honored the life of his son a tain uma un han ho died on une in a uba ra e also s oke about the im ortance of or ani ations like and ho ital the continue to be for the uslim merican community. Guests in attendance re resented a cross section of the as e as communit indi iduals ho together strive to imagine a without hate.

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Mingle Las Vegas Philharmonic Seasonal Events Date

Thursday, October 27

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Nevada State Museum

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An evening with the Folies Bergere costumes now on display at the Nevada State Museum. (See last month’s DAVID available at davidlv.com)

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Former dancers discussion panel.

Carrie Cooper and Judy Cebulko.

Natalie Drougas, Han Geske, Ingrid Cervantes and Eric Mendelsohn.

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Smith Center

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Mingle JNF Las Vegas “Am Yisrael Speaker Series, Part Two, Major Gen. (Ret) Dorn Almog” Venue Eaglet Prince Law Center

Date Wednesday, November 16

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Jewish National Fund (JNF) Las Vegas proudly welcomed Israel Defense Forces Major General (Res.) Doron Almog, Chairman of ALEH Negev – Nahalat Eran, He spoke about his life experiences and how he is using them to enrich and better the lives of Israelis with special needs in revolutionary ways at Aleh Negev. Major General (Res.) Doron Almog is currently raising funds to complete a Rehabilitation Neuro-Orthopedic Outpatient Hospital.

To donate or for more information about JNF in Las Vegas and how you can get involved, please contact Shawn Willis, JNF Las Vegas Director, at SWillis@jnf. org or 702.434.6505 ext.985.

Photos: Etti Photography & David Weinstein

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I suddenly found my coveted and much nurtured nest quiet and untenably empty. As a single mother, I imagined the vacuum to be especially profound.

Not one to allow a down moment to linger unnecessarily, I bounded at an opportunity to replenish my nest with some 450 women - Moms - from six countries and embark upon an eight-day renaissance journey to Israel.

The trip, aptly named MOMentum, is the flagship program of The Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project (JWRP) - an organization founded in 2008 b ei ht e ish omen from different alks of life affiliations and a es Their goal: to engender a deep, eternal connection to Israel, as well as a rofound kinshi ith other omen find a heart filled ith eternal e ish alues and the self confidence to embrace the im ortance of ho e are as women in the world. www.davidlv.com | 27

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While more than 100 partner organizations recruit women on behalf of JWRP, I joined the Las Vegas contingent, which is sponsored by Young Israel-Aish. We were ten women strong: seven participants plus two city leaders - Rebbetzin Helene Wyne and Renee Goldman - and a Madrich (group leader), Shana Paige.

I had no idea what to expect from the trip, but I knew I needed to experience whatever messages MOMentum aimed to deliver. I knew I needed to hear…to be reminded…that, as a woman and a mother, I am imbued with G-d given abilities that are vital, unique and incontrovertible in G-d’s eyes, even in my darkest hours; that my nest is never really empty; I’m never really alone; and, above all, my worth is great.

In a fable entitled Woman, by an unknown author, an Indian Yoga Master expounds on the virtues of women and the doubts many of them share: Once upon a time, whilst G-d was creating woman, he was working overtime on the 6th day. An angel approached and said “Why spend so much time on that one?”

The Lord answered “Have you not seen all of the specifications I have to meet in order to shape her? She must be washable but not made of plastic; have more than 200 simultaneously moving parts, all of which must be replaceable; function on all kinds of food; able to embrace several children’s needs at the same time and give hugs that can heal anything from a bruised knee to a broken heart; and she must do all of this with only two hands.”

“Only two hands…impossible!” said the angel. “And this is the standard model?

Too much work for one day, Lord. Wait until tomorrow to complete her.”

“I will not,” said the Lord. “I am too close to completing this creation, which will be the favorite of my heart.”

The angel came nearer and touched the woman. “But you have made her so soft, Lord.”

“She is soft,” the Lord replied. “But I have also made her strong. You can’t imagine what she can endure and overcome.”

“Can she think?” asked the angel.

“Not only can she think, she can reason and negotiate,” said the Lord.

The angel touched the woman’s cheek. “Lord, it seems this creation is leaking!

You have put too many burdens on her!”

“She is not leaking…it’s a tear,” the Lord corrected the angel.

“What’s it for?” asked the angel.

“Tears are her way of expressing her grief, doubts, love, joy, loneliness, suffering, pride and prayer,” the Lord assured.

This made a big impression on the angel. “Lord, you are a genius! You thought of everything. The woman is indeed marvelous!”

“Indeed she is!” the Lord responded. “Woman has strengths that amaze man.

She cures herself when sick and she can work 18-hour days. She can handle trouble and carry heavy burdens. She smiles when she feels like screaming. She sings when she feels like crying. She cries when she is happy and laughs when she is afraid.”

“She fights for what she believes in and stands up against injustice. NO is not an option when she sees a better way. She gives of herself so her family can thrive. Her love is unconditional.”

“She cries when her children are victorious. She is happy when her friends do well. She is glad when she hears news of a birth or wedding. Her heart is shattered at the loss of a loved one. She finds the strength to carry on in the face of adversity and she knows that a kiss and a hug can heal a broken heart.”

“There is only one thing wrong with her,” said the Lord. “SHE FORGETS WHAT SHE IS WORTH.” Not so on MOMentum, which is entirely focused on recalling women

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to their purpose, vast abilities and worth through the ancient wisdoms of Torah (Old Testament) and trips to relevant and enlightening contemporary, historical and biblical sights throughout Israel.

Organized bus loads of new best friends - laughing, singing, hugging, swaying and sometimes complaining - toured highlights at the Sea of Galilee and the mystical city of Tsfat in the north of Israel and Masada and the Dead Sea en route to the south.

In Tel Aviv-Yafo, we strolled the culturally provocative sights, sounds and smells of the shuk (open air market); witnessed groundbreaking theatre of the blind and deaf at The Nalaga’at Center; and relived May 14, 1948 at Independence Hall, in the very room where Prime Minister David Ben Gurion profoundly declared the new state of Israel just hours before the tiny country was attacked by armies of Arab enemies.

In Jerusalem, we sang and danced at the Kotel (the Western Wall). At One Family we baked rugelach and cheese bourekas – and cried profusely - with mothers who received knocks on their doors in the middle of the night announcing the loss of their young sons and daughters to terrorist attacks and war.

Each day we gathered together to eat great food, share intimate stories, dance at every opportunity, and traverse the many silken worn stone paths of our ancestors - reminding us that we are a part of something much larger than ourselves; each of us an important link in the historic chain of time and destiny.

Renowned speakers Nili Couzens, Adrienne Gold, and Rabbi Gavriel Friedman (Rav Gav) inspired us daily through Torah lessons told with humor, depth, passion and personal anecdotes.

We ere encoura ed to seek truth rather than fi ht to be ri ht to embrace humility and to judge favorably; to strive to give our children all we never learned rather than buy them all we never had.

We learned that the opposite of pain is not pleasure but rather the lack of pain. Often the most pleasurable moments in life are accompanied by effusive pain.

We understood that our children are not our possessions but souls belonging to G-d and entrusted to us to teach them the ways of the world so they can best accomplish their journeys in the physical world according to who they are and not necessarily who we want them to be.

Women are the nurturers; the givers of life, healing, light, love, and hope.

Giving is our greatest commodity.

The words of Holocaust survivor Pearl Benisch were shared in one of the program talks. In her book, To Vanquish the Dragon, she writes, “Imagine a world where your only possession is a dirty, bruised raspberry. Now imagine a world where you give it away.”

Benisch and her sister were in a concentration camp. Benisch gave her dying sister the only morsel of sustenance she had. #ItStartsWithWomen is JWRP’s vision to empower women through kno in and li in the alues of udaism that ser e to first transform us then our families, our communities and thus the world.

Over 10,000 women have thus far been impacted through JWRP, since its beginning. It’s now well on its way to becoming a movement whose time has come and whose message and purpose is needed.

In my world, #ItStartsWithMe. My nest may be – for now – physically empty, but it is emotionally full with the love I give and receive from my children, and with the camaraderie of the many wonderful sisters I share my life’s mission with as a woman and a mom.

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Bruce Isaacson

In the Heart of the Las Vegas Poetry Scene

Story and photo by Rob Kachelriess

“G

ive it up for the poet!”

Applause erupts at PublicUs as the host behind the microphone keeps things moving along. We’re in the middle of Poetry Slam, an event that generally takes place twice a month at the downtown Las Vegas coffeehouse.

“Judges… three, two, one. Scores up! We’ve got six-point-three...sevenpoint-two… and seven-point-four.”

“Poetry Slam is a mock competition,” explains Bruce Isaacson, who watches one person after another grab the mic, baring their thoughts and emotions in front of both friends and strangers. “Poets get up and read their poems. Then the audience - in a sort of funny, mocking way - grades them all as if they were doing a dive in the Olympics.”

They’ll usually go through three or four rounds as part of the Battle Born Slam team, hoping to earn a shot to be sent to the National Poetry Slam, which in recent years has been in disparate locations like Decatur, Georgia and Oakland, California. “Having a slam team in your city is not

something where two people say ‘What do we do tonight? Well, let’s create a Slam team.’ You have to be sanctioned, which involves paying certain fees, it involves having a certain number of Poetry Slam events, it involves meeting certain criteria for how many poets you’re going to send and what you’re going to do.”

Isaacson says the friendly showdown of art and speech is part of a national movement that’s been around since the 80s. He was one of the first slammers at u orican oets afe in e ork it and scored hi h as a finalist ince then the mo ement has ro n t s become hu e Isaacson sometimes reads at the Las Vegas events but hasn’t “slammed” since the 90s. That doesn’t mean he isn’t busy with poetry. He currentl ser es as the first oet aureate of lark ount he issued an open call in April of 2015 and I had an extensive application submission,” he recalls. “I realized that’s a platform where you can do good things for poetry.”

He was selected and handed a two-year term. His duties include hosting weekly workshops and organizing the Poets of National Stature reading series, which invites guest speakers from around the country to Las

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Vegas. They’ve included Patricia Smith (“a four time National Poetry Slam Champion, the most successful slammer ever. A really strong African American poet”), Sharon Olds (“A major poet out of New York City. More of an establishment academic fi ure but er clear beautiful heartfelt Michael McClure (“One of the original people beat reading at the Sixth Gallery in New York”) and Juan Felipe Herrera, the Poet Laureate of the United States.

“We’ve often had an active local poetry community,” Isaacson continues.

“But the goal was to link it up with national trends, ideas and alternative ways of approaching that thing that we all do - which is the poem” saacson as dra n to oetr as a child hen he rote his first book called The Apple Man. It was about an apple of course. “My mother and I drew the pictures and we stapled the book together,” he recalls. From there, the youngster continued his writing as a teenager (“love poems to girls, that kind of thing”). He was a dual drama and economics major and went to the Wharton business school in Philadelphia “in an effort to get rid of the arts side” of himself, but realized he couldn’t shake it altogether.

He focused on business and computer services and by his late 20s, found himself working back home in San Francisco.

Inspired by Henry Miller’s themes of wanting to be a writer in the business world, Isaacson hooked up with local poetry readings, often at Cafe Babar, a hub for the 1980s spoken word resurgence. “It had corrugated metal on all sides,” he remembers of the small venue. “The room was absolutely savage. No polite applause. No sensitive feelings. No simple nuance. It was screaming and yelling, and when the poet really hit a zenith of emotional outrage, feeling, lust or whatever they were describing, they would hit the wall - this corrugated metal on the wall - and the whole room would vibrate and the audience would go wild. It was a free for all. It was a melee. It was really fun.”

Isaacson founded Zeitgeist Press to showcase some of those poets and is still printing books today. “A lot of our poets were Jewish American,” he notes. “Because that’s my background... We all knew, loved and understood each other.” Zeitgeist continued after Isaacson relocated to Las Vegas in 1995. More than a hundred titles have been published over the years with more to come, including Clark - a compilation of poets in Southern Nevada that Isaacson says is leaving no stone unturned: “If there was a poet who thou ht as im ortant t ent ears a o d o out and tr to find them and say ‘Hey come on, give us some work.’”

Isaacson will be turning his attention to another important project - a tribute to late author Elie Wiesel co-organized with the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada taking place on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 7 p.m. inside the West Charleston Library (6301 W. Charleston Blvd.)

“It’s a celebration of his work and his life. He’s one of the most important authors of the 20th century for sure,” says Isaacson fondly of the Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize winner. “He wrote about Jewish life before the war, during the war and after the war.” Wiesel’s work includes memoirs of his o n e erience in usch it as ell as oetr and fiction lo e the ork er much is assin is art of a milestone of the World War II generation.”

Isaacson’s admiration of Elie Wiesel resonates with his own appreciation for the craft of writing and artists who use it to express themselves. “The impulse to share what you feel and put it down in writing, that’s eternal.

That doesn’t go away,” says Isaacson. “It’s basic not only to people, it’s basic to freedom.”

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Early Detection is the Name of the Game

UMC’s First in Nevada SPOTS Program Shortens Lung Cancer Patients’ Wait Time for Results Story and Photos by Scott Kerbs

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tilizing an advanced electromagnetic navigation system, known as the SuperDimension, to accurately and safely reach irtuall an area of the lun s to collect tissue sam les Dr. Arthur Oliver Romero and his colleagues at UMC take pride in their ability to improve patient outcomes associated with one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the U.S. Offering a combination of cutting-edge technology, valuable

experience and customized treatment plans for lung cancer patients, the SPOTS (Screening for Pulmonary Oncologic Tumor Services) Program serves as a collaborative effort between UMC and the University of Nevada School of Medicine. Providing patients with access to a dedicated team comprised of pulmonologists, medical and radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, thoracic surgeons and nurse navigators, UMC and UNSOM developed the SPOTS program to save lives by promoting early detection and rapid treatment of lung cancer.

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While physicians have several options for lung biopsies, many present unnecessary risks or lack the level of precision necessary to collect samples in deeper areas of the lung. Previously, physicians were limited to utilizing a CT-guided needle biopsy, traditional bronchoscopy or sur ical e cision to dia nose lun cancer o has the ad anced equipment necessary to develop an accurate, three-dimensional model of a atient s lun to safel locate and e amine nodules in areas that ere once unreachable sin technolo the u er imension s stem allo s ulmonolo ists to uide a small catheter throu h the mouth and enter irtuall an area of the lun hrou h this catheter the physician can utilize needles, forceps, brushes and other biopsy tools to collect samples. urin these rocedures e ha e a atholo ist on standb to analyze the samples,” Romero said. “In certain cases, they can make a diagnosis on the spot.”

While patients must be put under general anesthesia to ensure they remain completely still, this minimally invasive outpatient procedure takes about an hour, and patients typically leave with only a sore throat, hich enerall subsides ithin a da he u er imension allo s ulmonolo ists to lea e markers to hel radiation oncolo ists locate a s ecific area of the lun for radiation treatment. The system can also inject a dye into the area to assist sur eons in findin the cancer durin sur er lthou h the u er imension ser es as a re olutionar tool for cancer atients omero e lained the s stem re uires an e erienced physician to ensure the best results.

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The purpose of which is to collaborate and develop the best possible treatment plan. he ro ram offers a hi hl coordinated a roach to care, allowing patients to focus on their health rather than spending time navigating a disjointed system,” said program coordinator oris o ell o ell and omero said the ro ram ser es as a valuable resource for community members, especially current and former smokers.

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Timon Balloo’s Sugarcane Globally-Inspired Small Plates From Three Kitchen Concepts

By Jason Harris

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lobal tapas has been one of the biggest trends in dining this decade. At this point though, the trend is over. Small plates with different orldl influences are no lon er hard to find and ha e become mainstream. With an influx of so many high-end restaurants in Las Vegas playing within this genre, it’s no longer about discovering the one global tapas joint, but about discovering the best global tapas joint.

An argument can easily be made that the newest kid on this particular block, Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill, located smack in the middle of restaurant row at The Venetian, is already atop the Las Vegas food chain. One important thing to know about the “raw bar grill” is that it features all three of those elements, executed excellently: a huge raw section with some really interesting choices, a beverage program as good as any in town, and some fine lates cooked o er an o en flame If ever there was a chef built for the global tapas revolution, it is Chef Timon Balloo, the man behind Sugarcane’s delectable and varied menu.

His mother is Chinese in heritage. His father is of Indian descent. And they are both from the West Indies. Balloo himself was trained in the classical European style even though he grew up in San Francisco and has spent plenty of time in Miami, the home city of the original Sugarcane. Basically, he can pull inspiration and ideas from cultures and cuisines ranging from the Far East, Latin America, The Caribbean, France, and different regions of the United States. Who’s to say if he’s a chef who found his niche or if his niche found him ither a he seems a erfect fit for u arcane and vice versa.

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The crudo section is impressive with seven different choices, more than is offered at the Miami location. When Balloo describes these preparations, it’s easy to see just how many traditions he’s able to pull from. Of his love of crudo, he states, “It’s the infatuation of the cuisine and refinement of a anese food ristine ra fish cooker fortified ith a little bit of the atino back round of iami ut ust as it seems he s trendin to ards lu urious a anese ni iri or s ank iami st le ce iche he adds anted to hi hli ht ra fish in a er uro ean settin in the sense of editerranean st le techni ues the a ou d ha e it if ou ent to reece or tal lri ht so no he s added t o of the most im ortant cuisines of Western uro e to the mi e ties it all to ether like this im le crudos nice acid oli e oil citrus sea salt sin the com osin techni ues to eer into sian fla ors hen the d fit hat crudo section is not la in ith man arameters besides of course the roteins bein ra okkaido scallo is cut ra or thin and sits ato com ressed a le lack truffle mi ht be the lu ur in redient here but it stands out no more than the lime and ala eno that brin the other ar in tastes to the dish inila kam achi as created s ecificall for the e as menu and holds a lace near to alloo s heart e states reall anted a

kinila to hi hli ht m u brin in in an rancisco li in ith m best friend ho is ili ino and ha in these ili ino a ressi e fla ors a ili ino style ceviche which is beautiful. That’s very different than what I’d do in iami because the ili ino culture is so forei n to them s o osed to most atin merican ce iches hich utili e lime and sometimes lemon as their acid com onent ili ino ce iche traditionall oes at it hard ith ine ar and often mello s it out ith coconut milk t u arcane the kam achi a hi h end ello tail ets its acid from both ine ar here in a lo el our o er coconut cane sauce and from citrus se ments like blood oran e he obli ator crunch is added ith uffed rice t is a taste doubt one could find an here else in as e as and it s damn ood ne last crudo not to be missed is the kombu marinated fluke a fun interacti e dish that i es the diner some control of the taste he fish is ser ed on to of kombu an edible sian kel and the lon er the fish rests on the sea eed the saltier it ets n incredibl ell balanced trio of red ra es charred onions and sesame seeds marr the dish to ether creatin one of m fa orite ra fish creations e e er tried

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night, almost like an elegant, adult slushy to open the pallet. A playful rum’n’bramble ($15) proved that rum cocktails, of which there is a full section on the menu, do not have to overpower a meal. The combination of Flor de Caña 7yr Añejo rum, yuzu, dry vermouth, agave, blackberry purée, cardamom bitters, and fresh basil was incredibly light, the type of drink that works in Vegas, Miami or, really, anywhere else. The blackberry was just right, an ideal component that can take on all the other flavors yet still maintain its integrity. Leche de tigre ($14) kicked things up a bit with Kappa pisco, coconut milk, yuzu, simple syrup, and fresh cilantro bringing some Peruvian flare to the evening.

GRILL The large grill is easy for diners to see in the semi-open kitchen. It is a showpiece both as scenery and as a method of cooking, but there are also other plates to be aware of. Besides the grill, there is a large and small plates section, and while I’m sure the grand platters are as good as anything else on the menu, it is wise to stick to the small plates and grill to get the most variety. From the small plates, it would be a mistake not to order the goat cheese croquettes ($12) which is a signature dish of the Sugarcane brand. This is an item seen often, but rarely reaches such tasty heights.

The breaded and fried cheese balls are served with a mebrillo marmalade, a sweet quince paste that not only elevates this plate, but would be a killer jelly component on any PB&J sandwich.

Brussels sprouts ($11) and bacon wrapped dates ($15) again segues into familiar territory but are just so much better than the versions served at most restaurants. The sprouts are lathered with sweet soy and get an acid counter unch ith oran e se ments he dates are definitel borderin on large plate territory, with the two served on the dish plenty for any one person. The utilization of linguica, a smoked Portuguese sausage, and manchego cheese, a favorite from Spain made from sheep’s milk, gives this classic some new swag to it.

The dish that stood out above all others, though, was pig ear Pad Thai ($11), and is one that easily makes my list of best dishes of 2016. The concept is a collaboration between Balloo and his chef de cuisine of the Las Vegas restaurant, Ryan Nuqui. The crunchy pig ear is served with a refreshing papaya salad. It is smart, sophisticated, and downright delicious.

Says Balloo of the idea, “I treat the ears like they are noodles. Hit them with the Pad Thai sauce. Add some cleanness, the duality of textures. You have something hot and crispy. You get something cold and crisp to go with it.

This embodies it. It’s f-ing crack.” Is that why I’m jonesing for more?

Continuing the around-the-world theme, two of the best grilled items are Spanish octopus ($15) served with aji panca, a Peruvian red pepper sauce that plays against the char of the sea creature nicely, and beef short ribs ($18) done in Korean kalbi style - bet you can’t eat just one.

Desserts ($12) also feature components from different continents.

Torrejas brings Sugarcane closer to Cuba, with the sweet, thick toast served with caramelized apples, maple butter and cinnamon ice cream.

Sesame bombe leans Asian with a sesame sponge cake beautifully topped ith anilla merin ue and sesame sauce his is definitel a dessert ou eat ith our e es first nd the taste holds u to the isual Balloo, 39, has the right attitude for Sugarcane. If it’s this good already, what will it be like in six months? Says the chef, “We grow with every meal e cook and e er in redient e use e confidentl states We can cook with limitless boundaries.” Count me in. I’ll trot with these tastes anywhere around the globe.

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The Wrong Year to Quit Smoking?

Why Your New Year’s Resolution Could Backfire in 2017

By Rob Kachelriess

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ow good are you at keeping New Year’s resolutions? 2017 has arrived and if you haven’t made up your mind on the bad habit you want to quit, you’re running out of time. Maybe you’ll give up starchy carbs or vow to stop being trampled over by your coworkers when that next promotion is up for grabs. Or like millions of others, this is really and truly the year you promise to give up smoking.

Can it happen?

Of course it can. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, smoking rates have been plummeting for decades now. Its stats show that just under 17 percent of adult Americans were smokers in 2014. That’s a huge drop from more than 42 percent in 1965.

It can happen, but will it? One person isn’t convinced that trend will continue. “Cigarettes are making a comeback,” says Robert, a table games supervisor at the New York-New York resort on the Las Vegas Strip. He works on the casino floor, which unless you count the swimming pool, is the only area of the property where smoking is allowed. “It’s been banned in all the rooms,” says Robert. “They’ve even taken the matches out.” uick isit to the front desk confirms this information one of the rooms offer a smoking option and if you get caught violating the policy, there’s a $300 “deep cleaning fee” added to your hotel bill. Smoking is even

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off-limits in the sportsbook, not to mention every restaurant and gift shop.

It seems to be a bad time to take up cigarettes, but Robert says he’s seen more of them lately. He blames “new government regulations” that he believes are making alternatives like e-cigarettes more expensive.

It’s easy to see why he might have this viewpoint. In a ruling that went into effect this past August, the Federal Drug Administration expanded its oversight from not only cigarettes, but all other previously exempt tobacco products. That means e-cigarettes, vape pens, hookahs, pipe tobacco, all cigars and even nicotine gel now face additional scrutiny under the umbrella of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. The new regulations include health warnings and a nationwide ban on sale to minors. Until now, minors had faced restrictions on a state-by-state basis.

However, some health experts have another explanation for any recent uptick in cigarette use. “I would argue the reason isn’t because of the cost,” says Maria Azzarelli, Tobacco Control Program Coordinator for the Southern Nevada Health District. She notes there hasn’t been any recent rules or regulations that have increased the price of electronic cigarettes or similar smoking tools. Azzarelli says people may be returning to cigarettes because of their strength. “What some of the national trends are showing is that people are going back to conventional cigarettes to get the nicotine their body is craving.” Traditional cigarettes are actually getting hit hardest when it comes to price. Tax on a pack is now $1.80 in the state of Nevada.

What we do know is that even as cigarette use drops overall, alternative smoking methods are expanding the base - notably with youngsters.

“People who have never smoked conventional cigarettes before are using products like electronic cigarettes. It’s their entry point into nicotine addiction. That’s quite frightening,” says Azzarelli, who reports that just under six percent of Clark County high school students reported using conventional cigarettes in 2015. The same survey showed e-cigarette use by the same age group to be nearly 25 percent. Prevention groups have modified their educational materials to co er the chan in trends eo le are under the impression these products are a safe alternative,” Azzarelli continues. “We already know electronic cigarettes contain materials that are classified as cancer causin a ents Dan Ross works behind the counter at D-Vapor & Pipe, a smoke shop near Jones and Warm Springs. It opened less than a year ago to take advantage of foot traffic from the u horia Wellness mari uana dis ensar a fe doors away. Ross says 99 percent of the vaping industry has no problem labeling its products. “If cigarette companies had to list every ingredient in a cigarette, they’re not going to have room on the box. There’s 400-plus chemicals in your average cigarette,” he says while gesturing towards packaged “juice” for vape pens and e-cigarettes. “This has got the VG (vegetable glycerin), the PG (propylene glycol), flavorings and nicotine. That’s it. And most of the flavorings come from the restaurant industry and have been around forever.”

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Health experts would argue that there’s a difference between safer and safe - and putting anything other than air in your lungs is a bad idea. But Ross says vaping has other advantages. “If you smoke cigarettes, you’re going to smell like those cigarettes. You’re going to have nicotine stains. If you smoke indoors, your house is going to smell. This (vaporizer pen) is water vapor when it comes out. When you’re blowing that smoke out, it’s actually not smoke. It’s water and any smell it has dissipates in a few seconds. There’s no residue. It’s a lot cleaner.”

The push-and-pull battle over smoking has more dimensions than ever. It may be a tough year to be a tobacco smoker, but things are certainly looking up for marijuana users. Nevada legalized pot for medicinal use sixteen years ago but the legal path wasn’t cleared for dispensaries to open in the state until 2015. And while Nevada was on the losing end of the presidential race by going blue on election day, the state did manage to approve recreational marijuana by a comfortable margin. It’s a move that changes everything, even as the federal government tries its best to protect you and your health - from yourself.

Despite a growing number of states legalizing both the medicinal and recreational use of marijuana within their borders, the plant remains a chedule narcotic in the e es of federal authorities he classification which applies to “drugs with no currently accepted medical use

and a high potential for abuse” according to the Drug Enforcement Administration, recently expanded to include the cannabidiol hemp oil that’s used by families to treat children with seizures. The move an ered those ho su ort the medical benefits of cannabis t s a fierce debate that isn t oin a a an time soon “Marijuana smoke can also cause lung cancer. People need to be aware of that,” argues Azzarelli. Both of the plants, marijuana and tobacco, are very oily and create tar buildup in the lungs. In fact, the marijuana plant has more tar concentration than the tobacco plant.” She concedes that tobacco manufacturers add more chemicals to their products but stresses that “smoking of any kind isn’t good for the lungs.”

Think long and hard about your goals for 2017. It may not be a matter of choosin a health lifest le as much as choosin the ri ht fi ou need something to take the edge off. (You always have, after all.) And while a gym membership is a better tool to channel your daily frustrations, you may not have cigarettes around for much longer. At least not in your hotel room. And while e-cigarettes, vape pens, hookahs and marijuana are riding a growing wave of momentum, who knows that the future will hold when it comes to new regulations and a DEA operating under a Trump administration over the next four-to-eight years.

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Namaste All Day It’s Yoga Pants and Sneakers at the Gym and Everywhere Else

By Marisa Finetti

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ou’ve seen them at morning coffee, business lunches, school drop-offs, the office, and more. Performancewear, such as leggings, and the idea of them being worn outside of the athletic club has become so popular that it’s carved itself its own niche in the clothing industry.

Louis Vuitton is selling athleisure. Gap, Victoria’s Secret, H&M and Tory Burch do as well.

‘Athleisure’ has even garnered some ink in the Merriam-Webster dictionary, which defines it as “casual clothing meant to be worn both for exercising and for general use.” A champion in a waning apparel industry, with an estimated market size of $44 billion in the U.S. alone (according to research firm NPD Group), it might be clear to say this trend has swept the nation.

One of the reasons for the massive popularity of the athleisure trend is that it has filled a gap in the marketplace, where clothing that was functional wasn’t particularly stylish or comfortable. Its popularity is also connected to the rise of fitness-conscious consumers who look at athletics not only as a hobby but also as an all-around lifestyle.

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Above: The Perfect Travel Dress by Graced by Grit $138. Right: Do your own thing with these Victoria’s Secret Everywhere leggings, $44.50 a cozy sweater and an old pair of Chucks.

population. Their increased health consciousness, and a cultural shift in the workplace, has made it more acceptable to wear sneakers and leggings to the office.

Still, people don’t want to appear like they are wearing gym clothes.

Fortunately, the latest activewear brands to hit the racks blur the lines between spin class and everyday wardrobe. Athleta has dresses that, when worn over leggings and paired with a jacket, define “cozy dressing simplified.” Canadian retailer Lululemon is a well-known player in the athleisure market. Aside from its technical pants, sports bras and tanks, you’ll find pullovers and wraps made from luxurious merino wool.

Graced by Grit, located at Tivoli Village and offering premium athletic apparel for running, pilates, crossfit, yoga and more, also sells pieces from the “street style” and “relax” categories, boasting v-neck tops and sleek jackets, not to mention the travel dress with the mid-thigh slit that easily doubles as a new favorite.

“We designed a dress that travels perfectly,” says Graced by Grit coowners Kimberly Caccavo and Kate Nowlan. “It has a long, sleeveless mock turtleneck with a high slit up the side. The dress can be worn tied up for hiking and worn long for sophisticated events.”

Graced by Grit prides themselves on mixing function with fashion, filling a need for women’s athletic apparel that not only performed at an exceptional level, but was also designed in a flattering, attractive, and

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unique way. “We think athlesiure is so comfortable and can be styled to look incredibly chic.”

As for those ubiquitous pieces: “Leggings can be worn to the office, in the ocean and even as your base player for skiing.” They recommend wearing them with short or tall boots, pumps for a surprisingly stylish look and with any favorite top, such as fun sweater, coat, or blazer.

Here are three golden rules for working your gymwear into your daily routine: Stay with neutral colors. It’s not only a risk, but perhaps inappropriate to o t for ibrant colors and atterns hen headin to the office tick to tone on tone patterns if you must have a pattern. Black on black is always a good option.

Dress for the occasion. oin to the office hro on a bla er o er the leggings, put on some chic black boots and walk into the boardroom ith confidence eetin the ladies for coffee rab the ean acket and suddenly, you’re street chic.

Accessorize. Whether you’re wearing a gym top or leggings, it only takes one piece on your entire ensemble to look like you’ve ust ste ed a a from the m hro on a leather acket add a coordinating scarf, accessorize with a statement necklace or arm cand to finish the look Need more advice? Pinterest has over 1000+ ideas how to channel the athleisure trend.

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Rabbi Abraham Zacuto and the Astrolabe The Age of Discovery of the Portuguese Jews Story and photos by Jaq Greenspon

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ortugal has had a somewhat complicated history with its Jewish population, particularly dating back to the late 15th century, when, let’s face it, most of Europe was having complications with its Jewish populations.

Here’s the way it worked: The Spanish, under the newly reinstated hristian monarchs in erdinand and ueen sabella fi ured Judaism, as a religion, was no good and so, on March 31, 1492 decreed that within four months, by July 31st of that same year, all the practicing Jews had to convert to Christianity. Previously, when the Moors, a heavily Muslim population, had been in charge of the Iberian Peninsula (basically Spain and Portugal) the Jews had the status of “People of the Book” and were treated with tolerance, if not respect. Because of this, Jews immigrated in the area and flourished, their communities being places of culture and learning. The conquering by the Christian kingdoms changed everything. Ferdinand and Isabella issued the Alhambra Decree, which stated that you either became a Christian or you had to leave.

Let’s be real here. Spain in 1492 was not unique in Europe. In fact, it wasn’t even unique in Spain. This overall expulsion had been a long time in coming, mind you, as the Christian kingdoms slowly worked their way through the peninsula kicking out the Moors, who had been there for about 700 years. In fact, about 100 years earlier, in June of 1391, a

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mob attacked the Jewish community in Seville, killing 4000 people while the rest converted to Christianity in an effort to spare their lives. This action was repeated several times across Spain, with synagogues being desecrated and converted into churches; men, women and children bein killed ith bodies tossed carelessl into the streets until finall in mid-August, the destruction stopped and the Jewish communities were almost utterly destroyed.

Many of the survivors of these horrors had “converted” and were living as Marranos or Conversos, Jews who were practicing their religious faith in secret.

Which brings us back to Ferdinand and Isabella, who hated the thought of “CryptoJews” in their midst and set about to expell or convert (for real this time), the remaining Jews in Spain. Which takes us right back to that March day in 1492 when the Alhambra decree was put into effect.

This decree, by the way, was eventually rescinded in December... of 1968. It took nearly 500 years before Jews would be allowed to pray openly in Spain again. By the end of 1492, nearly 200,000 members of the community had converted while up to 100,000 (experts differ on the number, putting a floor at 40,000 and a ceiling at 100K) had fled – a large number of these Jews simply crossed the border into Portugal, where they would be tolerated… if they could pay for their proposed haven.

Even paying their way into relative safety Abraham Zacuto in the new country didn’t last long, as a mere eight months later, the same King John II who had made the original deal, back tracked on it and declared a sentence of slavery on any Jews (read: refugees) in the region. This was rescinded after John II’s death by his successor, King Manuel I, who briefly returned freedom to the Jews, only to once again change his mind (due to political pressure) and compel conversion or suffer expulsion of the remaining Jews in the country. Not to be outdone, however, Manuel added his own proviso that any Jews leaving Portugal had to do so without their children. Hell of a guy, really.

Of course, one of the good things to come out of these horrendous acts is that a Spanish scientist, who also happened to be devoutly Jewish - to the point of refusing conversion - by the name of Abraham Zacuto found himself in Portugal after being expelled by Spain in 1492. By this point, Zacuto, born in 1452 to a family of minor nobility, had already distinguished himself as an astronomer, publishing what would become one of his primary works, the Bi’ur Luhot, an easy to read almanac of astronomical movements of the (then known) 5 planets, the moon and the sun. Although originally written in Hebrew, it was translated almost immediately into Latin as The Perpetual Almanac, the publication of which (along with a Castillian counter art as one of the first books ublished using the moveable-type press in Portugal. This work was instrumental in freeing ships from either following the coast lines or copying well known routes already charted. In effect, it opened the seas to enable new discoveries and really start the age of exploration.

ere s the thin scientific achie ement and inno ation comes from all over and regardless of the fact no one in Spain actually liked the Jews, there were certainly reasons to keep them around. Zacuto was one of them. Christopher Columbus had used Zacuto’s charts on his famous voyages (once, as the story goes, had even used them to, Twain-like, predict an eclipse and threaten the safety of celestial bodies if he and his crew weren’t treated with respect). But like butterfly wings in Shanghai affecting surf conditions in Hawai – or something like that – you never know how one action will affect another and Zacuto leaving Spain gave him the opportunity to become an astronomer in the court of King John II of Portugal. His work there continued under King Manuel, who wanted to mount his own voyage of discovery like his Spanish neighbors had done.

The man for the job was Vasco da Gama. Da Gama knew what he wanted to do and sought funding from John II, who was enthusiastic, but a bit gun shy about actually putting plans into motion. King Manuel had more gumption and thought it was a good idea, but wasn’t sure if da Gama was the man for the job. Abraham Zacuto thought he was and lobbied Manuel hard to allow da Gama to set off for India (or wherever else the winds might take him).

Once the voyage was approved, Zacuto offered private tutelage to da Gama and his captain, a Jew by the name of Gaspar, in how to use not only the charts and tables he had come up with, but also a metal astrolabe of his own invention, designed to be used at sea (rather than the wood ones which had been in practice, designed to be used on land and were notoriously inaccurate). These changes, and these charts, allowed da Gama to discover trade routes to places as diverse as India and Brazil.

Unfortunately, with King Manuel’s turn coat proclamations, Zacuto once again found himself on the run. This time leaving Europe altogether and, along with his son, heading for Africa and a brief respite in Tunisia, where he was welcomed into the flourishing Jewish community…before threat of Spanish invasion caused him to move to Turkey with a huge number of other Jewish immigrants and refugees. While in Tunisia, though, Zacuto wrote another book, this one, called the Sefer Hayuhasin, on the history of the Jewish people from the beginning of time right up to Zacuto’s present day – about 1500. His death (it’s disputed, either 1515 or 1520) probably came during a pilgrimage to Jerusalem during Passover, which allowed him to be buried, per his wishes, as close to Jerusalem as possible.

With all of this background in my head, I found myself up early on a Wednesday morning in Lisbon, heading for a train to take me to Tomar, a small, picturesque town about 90 miles northeast of the capital. Tomar has been around for a while and in fact a roman city, Selium, can be found under the current city’s foundation (this is why the oldest church in town is located in the “new” section and not the “old” section – the foundations are from that Roman period). It is overseen by a 12th century Templar castle, built on a hill in the center of town. Eventually, with the dissolution of the Templars, it became a monastery and a stronghold, useful in defeating the Moors.

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A view of Tomar from the nearby hills.

And in 1492, with the addition of a large number of refugee Spanish traders and artisans, Tomar became home to a thriving Jewish community, one which built a synagogue to house their daily and weekly worship.

That synagogue still stands and that was my destination that morning. t s not a hard lace to find he tourist ma ou et for free at the information office has it clearl marked and in case ou et lost there are signs reading “Sinagoga” on the side of the roadway leading to it. Even with all that, it’s not what you’re expecting.

For example, when one gets off the train in Tomar and steps out of the station the old town stands before you. Above you, though, is that Templar castle which became a church. There’s no missing it. Ahead of you, is the spire of another church, this one is the Church of São João Baptista, which makes up one side of the central town square. Easy to spot, east to recognize. All over Europe, churches are like that. They are big and flashy and ostentatious The synagogue of Tomar, however, not so much. It’s located at 73 Rua Dr. Joaquim Jaquinto, which is a perfectly nice, if rather narrow, cobblestone street, lined with homes. The only thing giving number 73 away as anything different is the Mogen David above the green door made from what looks to be flocking and blue Styrofoam balls. To be fair, that’s not the original door. The original, which naturally faced east, can still be seen inside the building, but the actual passageway has been blocked by more recent construction.

Inside, the reconstructed interior holds the Museu Luso-Hebraico Abraham Zacuto (the Abraham Zacuto Portuguese Jewish Museum), housing Judaic artifacts from around the world, including a torah donated from California. The room itself, for that’s all it really is, is unique in that it has four columns supporting the gothic arched ceiling and in the upper corner erfectl reser ed is the ancient method of sound am lification Between the columns stands a bimah of sorts, decorated with the accouterments of a service in progress.

The synagogue was built between 1430 and 1460 but had outlived its initial function, obviously, by 1497, when King Manuel issued his convert, flee or die edict. From that point, the building changed hands and purposes several times, from being used as a prison, to being used as a church to even being a hay loft. By 1921, nearly 500 years after it started life, the building was declared a national monument, but all that meant was it couldn’t be destroyed. It took amuel ch ar a olish en ineer to finall ne otiate the urchase of the buildin and then usin his o n finances and here ithal restore the buildin to the status it’s in now. Schwarz, who is known today more for his discovery of crypto-Jewish families living in Belmonte, Portugal, donated the building to the country in 1939 on the condition it become a museum. Ironically, in exchange for this donation, he and his wife were granted Portuguese citizenship which, more than likely, saved their lives during World War II. Today, the museum is run Teresa Vasco, a delightful woman who speaks no English but is thrilled to show off the collection. She speaks her Portuguese slowly, in hopes of you understanding her, and you know what?

If you’ve got a basic understanding of Judaism, you actually get most of what she’s saying. For what you don’t understand, there are brochures in several languages, including English and Hebrew, and a small souvenir counter in front of where she sits offers ephemera like a set of four books -marks, complete with pictures and information about the museum, for €.50.

With fewer than a dozen Jews still living in the city of Tomar (and less than 2000 in the country – although after Brexit, the number of British Jews seeking Portuguese residency and citizenship is on the rise), it’s more important than ever that the museum’s stated purpose, to try “to establish a museum and library on the history of the Jews in all the nations of the orld be fulfilled he re chartin a ne course to brin the histor of the Jews together in one place, so it makes sense that Abraham Zacuto, who was responsible for the age of discovery, who has a crater on the moon named after him ho rote one of the first e ish histories and who was a Portuguese resident, is their namesake.

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Ten years ago, in 2007, Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberté created One Drop, a global philanthropy that would change millions of lives by providing sustainable access to safe water. Five ears a o he dreamt of an e ent that ould benefit those efforts—an event that has now raised more than $24 million to save lives in more than 10 countries on three continents. Dubbed One Night for One Drop, this annual one-night-only event has become one of the most celebrated and beloved philanthropic endeavors in Las Vegas, with all roceeds benefitin the nearl million eo le who suffer from lack of safe water access today.

Through an ongoing partnership with the Springs reser e ne ro also benefits the communit of Las Vegas, where water conservation and awareness are more important than ever.

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DAVID: What inspired you to get involved with this project back in 2013?

MONSON: When I was asked if I would be interested in ritin and directin the first e er One Night for One Drop, I had a pit in my stomach.

However, I knew being part of the inaugural event and bringing this show to life would be an awesome responsibility. I also knew the cause was so important to the world, to me and to Guy Laliberté, who dreamt of launching [an event which ill last for man ears to come t first stru led with the immense expectations, but once I said “yes,” I dove into a dream world of creation that became highly inspiring. I collaborated with so many outstanding performing artists, designers and composers within the company to bring this amazing production to the stage.

MONSON: This year, we have husband-and-wife team Nicky and Laetitia Dewhurst. They have conceived a fantastic vision that will showcase the powerful and raw talents of human performance.

It is truly awe-inspiring to see what is happening in rehearsals!

DAVID: Each year offers a completely original, one-night-only performance. What is the main concept for this year’s show and how is it unique?

MONSON: Nicky and Laetitia have “taken the helicopter higher” with their unique concept, looking at Earth as a whole including water, which is of course a critical part of our planet. They were ins ired b the hrase We are the first eneration to see the effects of climate change, and the last generation to do something about it.” What audience members will see onstage brings to light this idea in a highly entertaining and meaningful way. The concept builds on the idea that time is running out for humanity to right its wrongs, and we see this through the journey of one man—an old circus ringmaster. He is given the chance to go back in time to witness his younger self in a vintage circus. Once back in time, the audience will see a show that is both theatrical and comedic, with daring circus acts that propel the story. It is very exciting!

DAVID: What can guests expect from the event overall?

MONSON: What Nicky and Laetitia have managed to do so well is creating a show where people will laugh, be entertained and absolutely wowed, while still focusing on the important message and this cause. This year, the show will be presented at the Zumanity Theatre, which is a beautiful venue with an intimate setting. The theater itself will be completely transformed for this one night to immerse the audience within this story. There will also be an exclusive after-party for VIP guests, which will be stunning.

DAVID: How does your new role as “Director of Creation” differ from your previous role?

DAVID: Why is water such an important cause, and how can guests get involved?

MONSON: It differs quite a bit, actually.

My role this year is to support the vision of our new writers by connecting the dots between the many moving parts including logistics, design, technical elements, etc. This allows them to focus on bringing their artistic vision to life.

MONSON: While we don’t need to walk miles a day just to get water for our daily needs, this is the sad reality for millions of people. One Night for One Drop reminds us that this issue is urgent as men, women and children lose their lives everyday due to lack of safe water. Anyone can help by attending the performance on March 3 (tickets available at onenight.onedrop.org/en/tickets/), sharing this message with others and donating at OneDrop.org.

DAVID: Who are the new writers/directors this year, and what is their vision?

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