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Welcome to the fourth edition of Connections. This is THE publication to turn to for the local Jewish community’s activities, programs, services and organizations. I am often asked by friends and family on the east coast of Florida and in the New York area, whether there is “Jewish life” in Southwest Florida. Well...what you are holding in your hands is proof positive that Jewish life is alive and growing in our area. Did you know that in Southwest Florida (from Marco Island to Bradenton) there are 29 synagogues, including eight Chabads? There are three Jewish Family Service agencies; several chapters of Hadassah, ORT, NCJW and JWV; and a Holocaust Museum in Naples. There are four Jewish Film Festivals, two major Jewish Book Festivals, numerous book discussion groups, mah jongg galore, several Jewish food fairs, large community holiday celebrations, and hundreds of cultural and learning opportunities. When you go through these pages, you will learn a lot about the wealth of opportunities – cultural, educational and spiritual – available to the Jewish community in Collier County.
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Table of Contents FEDERATION...............................................8-13
From the Executive Director.................................................8 Jewish Federation of Collier County.............................9-11 Community Relations Committee...............................12-13
ARTS & CULTURE.......................................14-29 ADULT EDUCATION..................................30-33 COMMUNITY SERVICES............................34-39
Jewish Family & Community Services of SWFL.....34-35 Health & Support Programs.................................................36 Senior Services.........................................................................37 Life Cycle Resources................................................................38 Kosher Food...............................................................................39
RELIGIOUS LIFE.........................................40-45 ORGANIZATIONS......................................46-61
Special Interest Groups...................................................46-50 Israel Connection..............................................................52-58 Advocacy Groups..............................................................60-61
FOCUS ON YOUTH....................................62-69
The PJ Library®..........................................................................62 BBYO..........................................................................................62 Schools.....................................................................63-65 Camps.......................................................................66-69
CALENDAR................................................70-74
Community Events...........................................................70-73 Candle Lighting Times...........................................................74 Jewish Holidays........................................................................74
DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS.......................75 INDEX.........................................................76 The Jewish Federation of Collier County thanks all of our advertisers for their continued support! Without them we would be unable to provide you with Connections. Please support our advertisers and let them know you saw their ad in Connections.
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013 marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment believe, comes from something we call Jewish values. We, in of the State of Israel. This is a milestone event for Is- the Jewish community, have a sacred mission of collective rael, the worldwide community of Jews and our Jewish responsibility. Although we have been dispersed throughout Federation of Collier County. In this anniversary year and the world, we are all connected. We are closely connected always, we welcome you to join us in all of the Jewish Fed- through gemilit chasidim, the acts of loving kindness we pereration and community-wide events and proform. We believe in the concept of holiness and grams that celebrate Israel and Jewish life here pursue the ideals of justice, goodness, wisdom in Southwest Florida. and truth. For nearly 13 years, I have had the privilege You may wonder how these values reof serving our Jewish community as the Execulate to our Jewish Federation. Here are a few tive Director of the Jewish Federation of Collier examples: County. During that time, I have had the opCharity portunity and the pleasure of connecting with The Federation Annual Campaign has for many donors and volunteers – the mainstay of several years raised nearly one-million dolour Jewish Federation. It is through their hard lars, which allows us to provide much needed work and dedication that we are constantly DAVID WILLENS support for our Jewish community and to Executive Director in a state of flux – determined to make things help provide life-saving and life-enhancing Jewish Federation better. humanitarian relief to Jews in need in Collier of Collier County This, our fourth issue of Connections: A County, in Israel and in 70 countries around Guide to Jewish Living in Collier County conthe world. tinues to highlight our community and the many organiza- Hospitality tions, agencies and synagogues at your fingertips. Every year we welcome newcomers to our community. Our Through the efforts of Ted Epstein, editor and designer outreach activities, including Connections magazine, our of our Federation Star monthly newspaper and this Con- Federation Star newspaper, our website www.jewishnaples. nections magazine, Jacqui Aizenshtat, our advertising org and our eNewsletters offer opportunities for people to sales representative, as well as the many advertisers in this learn about our growing and thriving Jewish community in Connections magazine, you have a keepsake directory of Collier County and the surrounding communities. All of our “all things Jewish” – a way for everyone to make a connection events have an important social component built in to make with Jewish life here in Collier County and the surrounding people feel welcome. communities in our area. Education and Culture Connections magazine is a helpful resource to those We offer grants to our local synagogues in support of reinterested in moving here, to newcomers who recently ligious education for their youth and adult members. Our arrived, to old-timers and to those needing guidance, help annual Evy Lipp People of the Book Cultural Event brings and support. renowned Jewish authors to enrich our lives. The Women’s The Officers and Board of Trustees of our Jewish Fed- Cultural Alliance provides the opportunity to meet others eration constantly seek out ways to improve upon how we who share similar interests. There are study groups in art, can provide the very best possible service for our community film, literature and other interest areas, and a strictly social members. component where you can have lunch or dinner, meet new For me, I continue to ask, “What is the vision of our people and renew friendships. We also support the Jewish community and how can we use that vision to be the very Film Festival and Cultural Series conducted by the Jewish best Jewish community we can possibly be?” The answer, I Congregation of Marco Island.
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Federation Social Service
Through Jewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida, the Jewish Federation supports a wide range of social services to Jewish individuals and families in crisis.
Tikkun Olam – Repairing the World
Our Community Relations Committee (CRC) conducts outreach within the Jewish and general communities, fostering awareness and cooperation through programs and activities of the Israel Affairs Committee and Catholic/Jewish Dialogue of Collier County, and during Florida Jewish Heritage Month. The CRC Annual Human Needs Award provides support for at-risk populations in our community.
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These are but a few examples of Jewish values. Basically everything that we do in this community and everything we make possible for Jews in need wherever they may be, derive direction from these values. I believe that the Jewish Federation of Collier County and its partners – our donors, the agencies and organizations – do an exemplary job. But do not think for one moment that all the work is done. I invite you; I urge you; I challenge you; take a role, play a part in connecting to make our community an even better place to live. Together we can continue to create a beautiful kehilla, a community, which can be proud of the work it does.
Who is “Federation” and what do we do?
he answer is simple: It’s you – and every member of the Jewish community of Collier County and the surrounding areas. The Federation is your center for Jewish Philanthropy. The Jewish Federation of Collier County is the thread that runs through the fabric of our Jewish community, its organizations and services, connecting us all. The Federation supports programs for Jewish people in need in Collier County, Israel and throughout the world, providing food for the hungry and counseling for the troubled, spearheading rescue and relief efforts for isolated Jews in distressed regions, and funding innovative Jewish educational and unity initiatives. The Federation creates a sense of community for thousands of Jewish residents in Collier County and its surrounding areas by creating and supporting programs to further Jewish learning, identity, pride and culture. Federation meets the challenge of providing for the needs of our Jewish brethren, wherever they may be, from young children and families to seniors. The Jewish Federation of Collier County is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing connection, advocacy, education and care for anyone in need through its network of beneficiary and constituent agencies and local Jewish organizations. While the Federation is doing so here, elsewhere other Federations and network communities are doing the
same; all are connected through the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA). Founded on the principles of unity and dignity for all, today’s Federation Campaign has evolved into a major fundraising, planning and coordinating body of Collier County’s Jewish community. The Federations of North America are meeting places for Jews from all backgrounds, ensuring the continuity of the Jewish people here at home, through national initiatives, in Israel and in 60 countries globally. Through your support of the Federation’s Annual Campaign, you play a vital role in helping Federation “get the job done.” Think of it as a triangle: Federation, its agencies and you. So, if anyone asks you who Federation is – just point to yourself – because that’s where it all begins.
Where does the money go?
The local Campaign allocation process involves a committee of volunteers as well as Federation staff. They take part in this important process, which balances available resources against community priorities through a grant process. Additionally, several national organizations receive support from the domestic allocation. Internationally, your contribution works to support a broad range of social, educational and vocational needs throughout the Jewish world.
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Federation Locally, the Federation makes a grant to Jewish Family & Community Services of SWFL, in support of the social services they provide for our community. And grants are made in support of a variety of educational and cultural programs conducted by local synagogues, the Holocaust Museum of Southwest Florida and other local Jewish organizations. Our allocation to JFNA is distributed to the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), which brings
relief to the needy and works to revitalize Jewish life in 60 countries; the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), which rescues people from countries and resettles them in Israel; and for supplemental grants in support of special programs and projects that our community has embraced like Neve Michael Youth & Children’s Village in Pardes Hana, Israel, the Sapir Community Center in Kfar Saba, Israel, transportation and Shabbat dinners in Cuba, and the Progressive Synagogue Preschool in Kiev, Ukraine. Giving tzedakah to an umbrella organization like Federation, which then distributes it to a number of member agencies, has its roots in early Jewish history. In small towns and large cities, donations were given to a communal kupah as an expression of devotion to community and the entire Jewish people. It demonstrates a love of community that is without limitation.
Annual Campaign Children at the Neve Michael Youth & Children’s Village in Pardes Hana, Israel, with the van that our community donated a few years ago
The annual fundraising arm of the Jewish Federation is organized to secure maximum funds to meet the financial needs of its local, regional, national and overseas humanitarian organizations and beneficiary agencies.
Major Gifts and Lions of Judah Campaigns
Past Presidents of the Jewish Federation of Collier County were honored at the 2011 Community Celebration event. Pictured are Past Presidents Dr. William Ertag, Bobbie Katz, Gerald Flagel, Ann Jacobson, Sheldon Starman and Rosalee Bogo.
Ted Koppel, featured speaker at the 2012 Evy Lipp People of the Book Cultural Event, speaks with members of the 800+ audience (photo courtesy Ivan Seligman)
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Major Gifts and Lions of Judah are the premier fundraising divisions of the Jewish Federation. These divisions provide exclusive social experiences to the community’s leading Jewish philanthropists who give a major portion of the Annual Campaign dollars raised each year. These donors are dedicated leaders involved in Federation’s extended lifeline of humanitarian relief and support.
Community Outreach
Each year, the Federation hosts numerous events, affording the community opportunities to gather, socialize, network and connect. Here is a sampling of the larger ones: The Annual Community Celebration kicks off the new campaign with a lavish event and entertainment. Columnist Dave Barry and actor Henry Winkler were the special guests at recent events. The World of Jewtopia entertained the crowd in 2011. The 2012 event focused on Israel, food, fun and the future, and featured mentalist Sidney Friedman and lots of music and dancing. And for 2013, our event co-chairs are planning another evening to be remembered.
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Federation The Evy Lipp People of the Book Cultural Event is attended by 700-800 people. Past guests include Alan Dershowitz, Ted Koppel, Jeffrey Toobin, Dennis Prager, Rabbi Harold Kushner and Bob Simon. The February 20, 2013 event features Dr. Daniel Gordis. The event is free to Federation members. The Community Chanukah Celebrations in Naples and on Marco Island are always festive events with the lighting of the giant menorah, the Naples Klezmer Revival Band, local choirs, and greetings from local dignitaries.
Publications
The Federation publishes the Federation Star, a monthly newspaper that is mailed to over 3,200 Jewish households in the Collier County area. The newspaper is the one publication that ties together the Jewish community of Collier County and surrounding areas.
If something local is happening that is Jewish-related, you’ll find out about it in the Federation Star. The latest issue and an archive of past issues can be viewed online at www.jewishnaples.org. The Federation also compiles, updates and distributes a Community Directory for use by the Jewish community. And this copy of Connections is published by the Federation.
eNewsletter
Each week the Federation emails a community eNewsletter with the latest on upcoming community events and cultural activities, news from Israel, important news updates and more. To sign up, visit www.jewishnaples.org or send your request to info@jewishnaples.org.
Website
Visitors to www.jewishnaples.org will find a wealth of information includ-
ing upcoming Federation events, the Women’s Cultural Alliance, BBYO Naples, the Jewish Heritage Video Collection and a monthly calendar. There is also a directory of local synagogues and organizations, and links to online versions of recent issues of the Federation Star and this publication.
Community Calendar
The Federation, as the community clearinghouse to coordinate services, compiles and maintains a calendar for scheduling meetings and events of all Jewish organizations in the area, in an effort to avoid scheduling conflicts.
And so much more
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he Community Relations Committee (CRC) of the Jewish Federation of Collier County conducts outreach within the Jewish and general communities. The CRC educates, informs and provides programs for the community on Jewish issues and experiences. It monitors state and federal legislation and its effect on the Jewish community, advocates for Israel, promotes separation of religion from government and public schools, provides programs on the Holocaust and anti-Semitism, and promotes religious freedom. The CRC sponsors several events during Florida Jewish History Month, including the annual CRC/Friends of The Library of Collier County Naples Klezmer Revival Band Concert and the annual UN Holocaust Remembrance Observance, held at a local synagogue or church, featuring local clergy, a guest speaker and musical performances. The CRC also presents a major community event annually. On Sunday, April 14, a community-wide event will be held celebrating ISRAEL@65 and will include a Jewish Agency Fair and a special screening of the film Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference.
Annual Human Needs Award
Several years ago the Federation Board and the CRC established a “Fund for Human Needs” to recognize organizations for their generous spirit and service to the entire community. It was another way for Jews in Collier County, as represented by their Federation, to practice tikkun olam, “bettering the world.” Grants have been made to the Harry Chapin Food Bank, Catholic Charities, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Collier Council on Aging, NAACP Collier Branch, Collier County Education Foundation, Redlands Christian Association Literacy program, the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, Baby Basics, Bedtime Bundles, Shelter for Abused Women and Children, and the Senior Friendship Health Center.
Annual Stand Up For Justice Educator Award
In 2011, the Community Relations Committee established an Educator Award to recognize Middle School and High School teachers, librarians, media specialists, guidance counselors and administrators who demonstrate outstanding, unique and replicable education initiatives countering bigotry and bullying.
The 2011 Annual Human Needs Award was presented to Friendship Health Clinic. Pictured are Dr. Felix Krock, volunteer physician; Ann Jacobson, Community Relations Committee Chair, Betty Gamel, A.R.N.P., Director; Melissa Keel, Federation Community Program Coordinator; Carl Westman, Attorney and Chairman of Community Board, Friendship Health Clinic
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Nominees’ lessons or activities must be of their own design or adaptations from other programs, and should be able to show evidence of a positive nature as a result of implementation. These lessons or activities should teach students to stand up for justice no matter what religious, racial, cultural or other differences exist.
Catholic/Jewish Dialogue
The Catholic/Jewish Dialogue’s purpose is to engage Catholics and Jews in understanding our long history and to advance the cause of mutual understanding and appreciation for our differences as well as our commonalities. The CJD holds a series of lectures, and sponsors several events including the annual Kristallnacht Memorial Convocation. The CJD “Readers and Thinkers” is a discussion group of books, films and topics relevant to interreligious understanding within small group settings. Email readthinkcollier@gmail.com for more information.
Israel Affairs Committee
The Israel Affairs Committee was established in 2008 as a sub-committee of the CRC to “promote a positive image of Israel through community-wide information distribution programs
The CRC Stand Up for Justice Educator Award was presented to Jonah Nicosia and Jennifer Correa. With them are Lisa Garby, 2011 Award Winner, and Peggy Aune, Principal. All four are from Manatee Middle School.
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Federation throughout Collier County.” The Israel Affairs Committee is made up of members of our Jewish community. Several members have lived, worked, volunteered or studied in Israel. The Israel Affairs Committee has conducted an Israel Affairs Forum Series featuring speakers from business, technology, education, media and government, who have brought our community the latest information regarding the critical issues facing Israel today. The Israel Affairs Committee has adopted the following goals: ÎÎ To continue to educate themselves first as a Committee ÎÎ To conduct symposiums, forums and seminars ÎÎ To monitor and respond appropriately to newspaper articles and editorials
The CRC has adopted the following goals: • To further the understanding of Jewish heritage and practices within the community and to act as a voice for Jewish causes and concerns within Collier County • To cooperate with existing Jewish and non-Jewish organizations and religious institutions and join with them in supporting and sustaining constructive causes and organizations • To provide appropriate responses to counter statements of bigotry and acts of anti-Semitism • To develop educational opportunities with other religious and ethnic groups • To participate with other groups on behalf of pertinent legislative matters • To foster relations with the local media • To cooperate with other Jewish community relations committees throughout Florida
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ÎÎ To create a speakers bureau to provide topical information about Israel to local organizations and schools ÎÎ To develop education and information kits for use by public schools,
colleges and universities To become a member of any of the above committees, contact Ann Jacobson at 239.262.4880 or annrj5@ aol.com.
Clergy and community leaders at the 2012 Kristallnacht Memorial Convocation at Temple Shalom (photo courtesy Ivan Seligman)
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Arts & Culture News and Information Federation Star
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he Federation Star, the monthly newspaper of the Jewish Federation of Collier County, is the one publication that ties together the Jewish community of Collier County and surrounding areas. If something local is happening that is Jewish-related, you’ll find out about it in the pages of the Federation Star. The newspaper was first published 22 years ago, and has gone through several design, paper, size and editorial changes. Typical issues have 32-48 pages. Each month, readers of the Federation Star get news and updates on all Jewish-related local events including the Marco Island Jewish Film Festival, holiday celebrations, book study groups and timely lectures. They also get updates from the area’s five synagogues and numerous local Jewish organizations. It’s the place they turn to for community news, the community calendar, candle lighting times, a business directory and much more. The newspaper also has a Focus on Youth section, Israel & the Jewish World items, commentary pieces and general Jewish interest articles. Ted Epstein, editor/designer of Connections, has been the managing editor since 2003 and has designed
and produced the newspaper since the September 2007 issue. The Federation Star is mailed free to the Jewish households in the area and is also available at the Federation offices and several local synagogues. It can also be found online at www. jewishnaples.org. Readers can view the most recent issue as well as an archive of past issues in a unique format. The mission of the Federation Star is to represent Jewish life in the area by providing the voice that reports news, information, programs and events important to the local Jewish community. In accomplishing this mission, the newspaper seeks to: ÎÎ Celebrate Jewish life in Collier County ÎÎ Inform, enrich and entertain readers ÎÎ Strengthen Jewish identity and facilitate participation in Jewish community life ÎÎ Provide an efficient advertising and editorial network to businesses that serve our area ÎÎ Provide dynamic and effective outreach to the Jewish and interfaith community ÎÎ Assist the Jewish Federation and its beneficiary agencies to achieve community building goals ÎÎ Bring to its readers the joy of being Jewish
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hen we do the math, we realize that in 2013, Israel turns sixty-five. Throughout this milestone year, much will be written and discussed about the promise inherent in the founding of Israel and the way forward to realize that promise in the face of non-stop assaults on its very existence. No one is better equipped to explore these weighty questions than Rabbi Daniel Gordis, Senior Vice President and the Koret Distinguished Fellow at the Shalem Center in Jerusalem, our speaker for the “Evy Lipp People of the Book” event. Although he has not given the Jewish Federation of Collier County the final topic for his presentation on Wednesday, February 20, it would be reasonable to expect him to speak from his depth of knowledge about today’s Israel and the myriad of issues it must confront daily. We can also expect him to be upbeat and hopeful, based on his latest book: The Promise of Israel: Why Its Seemingly Greatest Weakness Is Actually Its Greatest Strength. Daniel Gordis was born in1959, in New York City. He received a B.A. from Columbia University, a master’s degree and rabbinic ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America, and his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California. Dr. Gordis was the founding dean of the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at the University of Judaism, the first rabbinical college on the West Coast of the United States. He and his family emigrated to Israel in 1998. From then until 2007, he worked at the Mandel Foundation and the Mandel Leadership Institute in Jerusalem. He joined the Shalem Center in 2007 to help found Israel’s first liberal arts college, and in 2011 was appointed President of the Shalem Foundation.
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He writes a regular column – “A Dose of Nuance” – for the Jerusalem Post, and is a regular contributor to The New York Times. His articles have also appeared in The New Republic, The New York Times Magazine, Moment, Tikkun, and Conservative Judaism. The author of numerous books on Jewish thought and currents in Israel, he recently received the National Jewish Book Award for his Saving Israel: How the
Jewish State Can Win a War That May Never End. Dr. Gordis is sure to hold our attention on any number of possible topics – all based on firsthand knowledge of Israel’s most significant and controversial political, religious and cultural issues. Each year’s “Evy Lipp People of the Book” event is presented as a membership perk available to all who belong to the Jewish Federation of Collier County. To join for the first time or to renew your membership, call 239.263.4205. —Carol J Greene
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January 9 - February 2 The Neil Simon comedy Barefoot in the Park is a sweet comedy of young love and commitment that follows newlyweds Corie and Paul as they negotiate their first apartment with eccentric neighbors and a meddling mother. Corie is a free spirit who wants to run barefoot in the park, while buttoneddown Paul just can’t understand that sort of thing. www.naplesplayers.org January 10 - 20 Grand Hotel, the Tommy Tune Awardwinning musical, is set in the world’s most opulent, extravagant hotel. It is 1928. The world is between wars, the stock market is booming, Berlin is the center of high life, and optimism rules
the day. Inspired by Vicki Baum’s period novel, Luther Davis (Kismet, Timbuktu!) collaborated with the prolific, distinguished composer-lyricist team of George Forrest and Robert Wright with additional music and lyrics by Maury Yeston. Together, they created a seamless musical that boasts an engaging, non-stop book and a powerful score that sweeps you away with all of the lavishness of the 1920s. www.theatrezone-florida.com
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February 7 Celebrate the art & artistry of Michael Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling entertainer, as he performs the music of George Gershwin, with a big band. www.thephil.org
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February 27 - March 30 The Producers, a musical comedy by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, is a show about scheming, down on his luck producer Max Bialystock, and his nebbish accountant, Leo Bloom, who figure they can make a lot of money by producing the ultimate box office bomb on Broadway. For mature audiences. www.naplesplayers.org February 29 - March 31 Hello, Dolly!, the story of America’s most beloved matchmaker, will delight audiences. Music and lyrics by Jerry Herman. The show has become one of Philharmonic Center for the Arts 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. Naples, FL 34108 239.597.1900 www.thephil.org Gulfshore Playhouse Norris Center Theater 755 8th Avenue South Naples, FL 34102 Tickets: 866.811.4111 www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org The Naples Players Sugden Community Theatre 701 5th Avenue South Naples, FL 34102 239.263.7990 www.naplesplayers.org TheatreZone 13275 Livingston Road Naples, FL 34109 888.966.3352 www.theatrezone-florida.com Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 8099 College Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33919 239.481.4849 www.bbmannpah.com
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ery, and the responsibility that comes with freedom. www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org March 20 Join Seth Rudetsky, nationally known Sirius/XM radio host, as he “deconstructs” Broadway using his own audio/video collection and his rapier wit in Big Fat Broadway. www.thephil.org
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March 13 Capture the pure joy inspired by every note from the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman. Beloved by audiences the world over, this classical musician’s performances have touched presidents and kings. www.thephil.org
March 30 Voca People is a completely original, thrilling musical adventure unlike anything you’ve experienced before! Full of energy and bursting with fun, this international hit from Israel features over
seventy a cappella and beat box versions of the songs you and your whole family will love, including favorites from Madonna, Queen and even Mozart! No instruments, no sound effects – just eight incredible talents breathing life into the greatest music on earth. www.thephil.org
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April 14 Ira Glass, the creator of the public radio show This American Life, talks about his program and how it’s put together: what makes a compelling story, where they find the amazing stories for their show, how he and his staff are trying to push broadcast journalism to do things it doesn’t usually do. As part of this, Glass mixes stories from the show, live onstage, combining his narration with pre-taped quotes and music, recreating the sound of the show as the audience watches. www.bbmannpah.com
full of energy March 14 - 30 & bursting with fun The Whipping Man by Matthew Lopez, takes place in 1865. The Civil War is over, slaves are being freed, soldiers are returning home, and Passover is being celebrated. A Jewish Confederate soldier and his two former slaves reunite to celebrate Passover. The Whipping Man is an intense play about redemption and forgiveness, the scars of slav-
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or a dozen years the JCMI Jewish Film Festival has been screening first-run, award-winning films about Jewish life, history and experience to a growing audience eager to connect with stories of other Jews. We have screened over 45 films from around the world – films from France, England, Germany, Poland, Ukraine, Argentina, China, Kenya, Ethiopia, the United States and Israel. What diversity! This season’s films follow our tradition and celebrate a dozen years of presenting the best of the best of films about Jewish life. But, in something of an exception, this season, two of our three feature films were made in the United States and are in English. Another exception is that for the first time, our season does not include a Holocaust film although filmmakers continue to feel compelled to present Holocaust
stories. In searching for unique and untold stories, filmmakers are up against time about how to remember the Holocaust once the generation of survivors and witnesses are gone. On Opening Day, Sunday, December 16, we presented Hava Nagila, a joyous musical experience of a Jewish melody that has become universal. Harry Belafonte, Connie Stevens and my favorite, Chubby Checker, have sung it to cheering audiences. Our hearts thrilled this summer when Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman presented her program to this music and won a gold medal. It may be an old melody but the story of how it began, how it brings people together, and why it has such new appeal is what this film is about. In January we will screen David, also a U.S. film and a very beautiful story of two Brooklyn boys, one the son
of Muslim immigrants and the other an Orthodox Jew with American-born parents. Their unique friendship crosses interfaith barriers, suggesting that children and maybe adults, no matter their religious or ethnic differences, can share friendship, especially in America. In March we present the acclaimed film – in Hebrew, Arabic, French and English – A Bottle in the Gaza Sea. This is a unique story about a boy and a girl, one in Israel and one in Gaza, and how their lives become intertwined by a note put in a bottle and tossed into the sea. Could love be possible between an Israeli and a Palestinian? JCMI’S Jewish Film Festival is a celebration of Jewish life. Come join us for this terrific season. For more information and a ticket order form, see the following page. —Isabel Price
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he Women’s Cultural Alliance (WCA) is an affinity group of the Jewish Federation of Collier County. The Women’s Cultural Alliance provides the opportunity to meet others who share similar interests. There are study groups in art, film, literature and other interest areas, and a strictly social component where you can have lunch or dinner, meet new people and renew friendships. New members are always welcome. Currently, nearly 900 women have joined the WCA. Membership in the WCA also makes each woman an official member of the Jewish Federation of Collier County. To the right is a sampling of what the WCA offers. Hopefully, you’ll find something of interest and join the group. The WCA is a year-round group and has programs all summer long – the group calls it Summer Serendipity. For a Membership Form or more information on the current or upcoming month’s schedule, please visit www.WomensCulturalAlliance.com. You’ll also find a Membership Form in every issue of the Federation Star. You may also contact: Jane Hersch, President, 239.948.0003 or janehersch@comast.net
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WCA has formed 10 summer branches so that members can continue their relationships with their WCA friends when they return to their “other” homes. The branches are in: Cape Cod, Toronto, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Ohio, Illinois, NYC Metro area, Indiana, Michigan and the DC-Virginia-Maryland area.
Regularly scheduled WCA events MONDAYS:
Week 1-Book Study Week 2-Foreign Films Week 3-Contemporary Issues Week 4-Ladies Who Lunch/Great Books
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Week 1-Spanish/Bridge Lessons Week 2-Mah Jongg Week 3-Bridge lessons
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Week 1-Canasta/New Yorker Magazine Week 2-Tai Chi/Foreign & Independent Films/ Artists Studio Tours Week 3-Current Films and Lunch/ Contemporary Fiction Week 4-Contemporary Fiction/Knitting
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Week 1-Speaker Series/Film and Discussion Group Week 2-Speaker Series Week 3-Speaker Series/Contemporary Short Stories Week 4-Speaker Series
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Week 1-Party Bridge/Modern Playwrights/ Jewish Experience Book Club Week 2-Party Bridge Week 3-Party Bridge Week 4-Party Bridge
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Entertainment and Learning Hadassah’s “The Borscht Belt Bash” Beth Tikvah n Sunday, February 10, the music sung by talented Cantors Donna Theater Trip to “The Collier/Lee Chapter of Hadas- Azu, Faith Steinsnyder, Donna Goldsah will present a special eve- stein and Cantorial Soloist Douglas Whipping Man”
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ning to benefit the extraordinary work of Hadassah. You will be transported to the fun-filled, joyous, carefree days of the Catskill Mountain Resorts – famous for hotels such as The Concord and Grossinger’s – huge, tasty Jewish meals and exceptional entertainment by the likes of Barbara Streisand, Bob Dylan and Jackie Mason. The “Bash,” to be held at The Club at Olde Cypress, will serve the Jewishstyle food you’ve been craving. You’ll hear popular songs and Broadway
Renfroe. You’ll see the modern Naples’ version of Dirty Dancing, a dancing exhibition, and you’ll even learn to cha, cha, cha! In addition, you are invited to join in honoring Muriel and Irv Berzon, Karen and Ed Ezrine, and Lynn Weiner for their community leadership and dedication to Hadassah. For more information, please call Lauren Becker at 239.592.5304 or Shelley Skelton at 239.676.3052.
Save the date for an Israel@65 event Jewish Agency Fair and Screening of Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference Sunday, April 14
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In 1912, a New York philanthropist helped create the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, the educational engine that drives Israel’s high-technology economy. Today, things have come full circle, and New York City has turned to the Technion and its partner, Cornell University, to help build a cutting-edge applied science campus on Roosevelt Island. It is to be a global magnet for tech talent and entrepreneurship that will help fuel economic growth for the 21st century. The Technion is a world leader in science, engineering, research and entrepreneurship. Its researchers and alumni can be found at the core of innovative startups in such sectors as clean-tech, cell therapy, drug delivery and nanotechnology. That is why Israel today has the highest concentration of high-tech startup companies anywhere outside Silicon Valley. The American Technion Society has worked tirelessly in support of the Technion’s mission—to advance innovation, advance Israel, and advance the world.
Technion: The Imagination of Israel.
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oin this group experience on Sunday, March 17 for a 3:00 p.m. matinee at Gulfshore Playhouse. In 1865, The Civil War is over and throughout the south, slaves are being freed, soldiers are returning home, and in Jewish homes, the annual celebration of Passover is being celebrated. Three men are at a crossroads – a Jewish Confederate soldier who has returned from battle and his two former slaves. As the three men reunite to celebrate Passover, they wrestle with their shared past and the reality of the new world in which they find themselves. The Whipping Man is a play about redemption and forgiveness, about the lasting scars of slavery, and the responsibility that comes with freedom. Tickets are $40 per person. For more information and reservation, call Phil Jason at 239.598.2880.
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emple Shalom Sisterhood’s Book Bag group meets at 1:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month throughout season. This season’s schedule is as follows: ¡¡ January 17: The Submission by Amy Waldman ¡¡ February 21: Lone Wolf by Jodi Picoult ¡¡ March 21: The Cat’s Table by Michael Andaatje ¡¡ April 18: The Woman Who Heard Color by Kelly Jones The Book Bag group meets in the treasure-filled Perman Library, and new attendees are always welcome. The discussions are thought provoking, the women are fabulous, and the snacks are pretty good, too! For more information, call Helen Weinfeld at 239.261.2421.
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he Tzofim (Israel Scouts) Friendship Caravan made its inaugural appearance in Southwest Florida in June 2011 at Temple Beth El in Fort Myers, and attracted 300 people – young and young-at-heart alike. During summer 2013 they will be making their debut in Naples. The Israel Scouts travel throughout North America each summer as emissaries. They typically reach over 35 states, including 250 camps, community centers, synagogues, senior homes and schools, performing for an audience totaling nearly 100,000 people. They are bright and dynamic performers. Their singing, dancing and
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storytelling are high-energy and upbeat, with an intense love for the land and the people of Israel, and a strong desire to share that passion with you. Each Caravan has five male and five female scouts who will have you singing and dancing in your seat or, if you are lucky, dancing with them. We are sure you will shed a few tears of pride for these wonderful goodwill ambassadors for the State of Israel. At press time, the date, time and location for the 2013 event were not firm. Look for more information in the spring issues of the Federation Star. If you would like to host a Scout at your home or support this event, please contact Ted Epstein at 239.249.0699 or fedstar18@gmail.com.
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Jewish Heritage Video Collection What do these films have in common? u Gentleman’s Agreement u The Jazz Singer u Funny Girl u Dirty Dancing
u Cast a Giant Shadow u A Woman Called Golda u Night and Fog u The Pianist
They’re all part of The Jewish Heritage Video Collection (JHVC) which is housed and maintained at the Jewish Federation’s offices. The JHVC library contains 200 films and television programs chosen for both quality and relevance. The JHVC was created to use the best of film and television to stimulate learning, thinking and discussion about Jewish history and culture. The Collection also provides courses that address vital issues of Jewish history, identity and culture. These
u Blazing Saddles u The Great Dictator u The Producers u Annie Hall
courses are available to schools, organizations and congregations in the area to explore the heritage of American Jewish community through the unique resources of film and television. For a list of available titles organized by category (Children, Comedy, Holocaust, International Jewry, Israel, Jewish Experience in America, Religion and Identity), visit www.jewishnaples.org. For more information, call the Federation at 239.263.4205.
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ingo at the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island (JCMI) is now in its 13th year. Bingo provides great fun, community fellowship, lots of good food and prizes. We are very lucky to have a dedicated group of volunteers who will be running Monday Night Bingo through May 7, 2012 at JCMI, 991 Winterberry Drive. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the first game is called at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is served a free kosher hot dog supper
with mustard, relish, sauerkraut, pickles, beverage and desserts. Large pots of money to be won. For more information, call the temple at 239.642.0800. JCMI’s Monday Night Bingo is the place to be!
Mah Jongg at the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island for advanced beginners, intermediates and advanced Every Sunday at 4:00players pm on Thursdays from at the Jewish Counties Lee & Charlotte Classes beginFederation Thursday, of February 11 at 7:30 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 9701 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers at the new Jewish Federation building Have you ever watched folk dancing orp.m. line dancing and thought: “I could do that!” are Reservations 9701 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers Have ever watched folk dancing or white, line dancing anddancing thought, Do youÎyearn foryou those camp days, dressed in blue and when Israeli was a a MUST. Call Shirley Have you ever folk dancing orany lineevening dancingafter and thought: “I could do that!” regular part ofwatched Kabbalat Shabbat – or dinner? “I could do that!” Do yearn those camp days, dressed in blue and white, when Israeli dancing a Posner at 239.389.7872. Do you youÎ watch those hora lines at hora weddings and bar mitzvahs and say to yourself: “Iwas know Do for you watch those lines at weddings and bar mitzvahs and
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regular part of Kabbalat Shabbat – or any evening dinner?dancing than this!” there’s more to Israeli dancing than this!” say to yourself, “I know there’s moreafter to Israeli Do you watch those hora lines at weddings and bar mitzvahs and say to yourself: “I know Î Do you yearn for those camp days, dressed in blue and white, when there’s more Israeli to dancing than this!” Well, now’s yourtochance experience the fun, camaraderie, and exercise Israeli style here Israeli dancing was a regular part of Kabbalat Shabbat – or any Well, is your chance to experience the fun, camaraderie, andevening, exerciseJanuary Israeli style here in Leenow County at our old Federation building. Beginning Thursday 7 from evening after dinner? Well, now’s your chance to experience the fun, camaraderie, exercise Israeli here in Lee County our newThursday Federation building. Starting upand again on Thursday evening, 7:30 - 9:00 P.M.at and every in January, we will be teaching, learning, andstyle doing Isin Lee County at our old Federation building. Beginning Thursday evening, 7experifrom February 11 from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.to and every Thursday through March, weJanuary will be teaching, raeli folk dances. levels of experience – from never danced before to very Well, now isAll your chance experience thehaving fun, camaraderie, and exercise 7:30 - 9:00 P.M. and every Thursday in January, we will be teaching, learning, andnever doing Islearning, and doing Israeli folk dances. All levels of experience – from enced are welcomed and encouraged to come. Please let us know of your interest and Israeli-style. We will be teaching, learning, and doing Israeli folk dances.having All raeli dances.toAllby levels of experience from never having beforeto tocome. very experidanced before very experienced – –are welcome and danced encouraged Please levelfolk of experience emailing Marsha Kistler, mkiss417@aol.com or calling Federation at levels of experience – from never having danced before to very experienced – enced are welcomed and encouraged to come. Please let us know of your interest and let us know of your interest level of experience. Email Marsha Kistler at 481.4449 and leaving a message forand Marsha. are welcome and encouraged to come. level of experience byoremailing Kistler, oracalling Federation at mkiss417@aol.com call theMarsha Federation at mkiss417@aol.com 481.4449 and leave message for Marsha. 481.4449 and leaving a message for Marsha.
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Every Sunday at 4:00pm ~ (Beginners at 3:40pm) at the Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties 9701 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers Prior to attending, You too, of can beinterest and Please let us,know your please confirm time and date. 798 Neapolitan Way Dancing with the Stars!!! level of experience by emailing Marsha
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Cultural Series
The Jewish Congregation of Marco Island in conjunction with the Jewish Federation of Collier County presents The 2013 Saul I. Stern Cultural Series
– now in its 19th year!
Saturday, January 5, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
THE NAPLES PHILHARMONIC BRASS QUINTET returns with a delightful variety of music – classical and popular. A fantasy of pastries follows the program with a sampling from Starbucks.
Wednesday, February 6, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Chaim Silberstein lives in JERUSALEM and is a lifetime scholar of the history of that city. He will discuss the knowledge he has acquired from his research, tracing the existence of Jerusalem from antiquity to modern times.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Howard Hoffer will present an exciting lecture and multi-media program on the DEAD SEA SCROLLS. Hoffer is associated with the Christian/Jewish Scholars from Hebrew University, the Rockefeller Museum in Jerusalem, The Orion and Oxford Center for Post-Graduate Studies, and the Israel Antiquities Authority. He has presented throughout the United States and recently during a two-month tour in Canada.
THE 2013 SAUL I. STERN CULTURAL SERIES
For more information, call the synagogue office at 239.642.0800. Please send this form and payment to the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island, 991 Winterberry Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145. Please send me tickets for the following Cultural Series programs: ____ $75 Patron, series ____ $50 Series for members ____ $60 Series for non-members ____ $20 Single tickets for members ____ $25 Single tickets for non-members
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FGCU Center for Judaic, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies
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he Center for Judaic, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies at Florida Gulf Coast University was established in 2005 due to the pioneering efforts of several members of the Jewish communities of Fort Myers and Naples. Under the sponsorship of Ann Jacobson and several others, and ably directed at the University in its first years by Dr. John Cox, the Center grew from offering a few events relating to Holocaust and other commemorations, to one which became a focus in Southwest Florida for all academic matters relating to Jewish civilization, the Holocaust, genocide, human rights, and remembrance. After the departure of Dr. Cox for the University of North Carolina Charlotte, the Center was directed in an interim capacity by FGCU’s Dr. Myra Mendible.
In August 2012 the University welcomed Dr. Paul Bartrop, formerly of Australia and New Jersey, as its first full-time Director. Conscious of the fact that the past century was the bloodiest in history, Dr. Bartrop has re-dedicated the aims of the Center to fulfilling those of its founders. Accordingly, the Center will continue in its quest to increase knowledge and understanding about the Holocaust and other genocides, as well as to strengthen the democratic institutions that can confront genocide and other threats to human rights, such as intolerance, anti-Semitism, racism and ignorance. The Center seeks to achieve these aims through providing educational opportunities within the University, the wider community, and in partnership with educational and other organizations throughout the State of Florida,
the United States, and internationally. During the next year we will see a number of important historical anniversaries: 75th anniversaries from the crucial year of 1938; 70th anniversaries from the equally crucial year of 1943; and others since then. The Center will be conducting several events throughout the year, and publicizing them widely. For information about the Center, donating opportunities or Center events, please contact: Dr. Paul Bartrop, Director, 239.590.7239 or pbartrop@fgcu.edu Website: www.fgcu.edu/hc/ Florida Gulf Coast University 10501 FGCU Boulevard South Fort Myers, FL 33965
At VITAS, the Focus is on Life Hospice focuses on the patient and family, not the disease. VITAS caregivers know that a patient’s beliefs and traditions are as important as pain medication to his or her comfort and peace of mind. VITAS Chief Medical Officer Rabbi Barry Kinzbrunner, MD, FACP, FAAHPM, wrote the book on hospice, 20 Common Problems in End-of-Life Care, and contributed to the Jewish Hospice Manual. The Jewish faith is truly compatible with end-of-life care Find out more: 1.800.93.VITAS 1.800.938.4827 VITAS.com twitter.com/VITASHospice
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he 2012-2013 season marks the beginning of the second decade for The Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida. From its genesis as a middle school art exhibit, the Museum has grown into an integral part of the educational community in our region. The Museum’s collection, displayed chronologically from the rise of Hitler through the Nuremberg Trials, includes over 1,000 Holocaust and World War II artifacts and photographs. The collection also highlights the personal experiences of survivors and concentration camp liberators living in Southwest Florida.
Education mission
Programming includes Museum field trips, presentations by Holocaust survivors and liberators, and information on current world situations. Professional development seminars for teachers are also offered. Community outreach
Trail North (US 41), just south of Pine Ridge Rd. in Naples, is open year-round, closed Mondays and major holidays. Hours: January - April, 12:30 - 5:00 p.m.; May – December, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. For more information, call 239.263.9200 or visit www.holocaustmuseumswfl.org.
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programs and private group tours are available by appointment. The authentic Holocaust-era railway boxcar at the Museum is on loan from Jack and F.E. Nortman and the Nortman family.
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February - March: “Girl Power – How Three Young Women Influenced the Events of the Holocaust” – exhibit and associated events about Sophie Scholl, Irena Sendler and Hannah Senesh Quarterly: World War II Lecture Series presented by Darren Moran Monthly: Holocaust Lecture Series presented by Elliott Katz (December 2012 - April 2013) June - July: “Sosua, The Dominican Republic: A Refuge from the Holocaust in the Tropics” – exhibit and associated events
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his is the only museum telling the story of 250 years of Florida Jewish life. Jewish Museum of Florida on South Beach is housed in two lovingly restored buildings that were formerly synagogues for Miami Beach’s first congregation. Both on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1936 Art Deco building features Jewish historical exhibits and boasts
a copper dome, marble bimah and 80 stained-glass windows while the 1929 building contains Jewish art exhibits. The core MOSAIC exhibit shows how Jews maintained their traditions and communities as they contributed to develop the state. Changing temporary exhibits focus on themes of Jewish history, art and culture—each with a Florida connection. Jewish history time
lines, films, Orovitz Museum Store, and a Collections and Research Center complete the experience, in addition to a full schedule of programs that complement exhibit themes. Annual programs include Florida Jewish History Month and Jewish American Heritage Month (both initiated by the Museum), Purim events, Judaica Competitions and Breaking the Glass Ceiling Awards. Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day except Mondays and civil and Jewish holidays. For more information: Jo Ann Arnowitz, Executive Director, 305.672.5044 x3180 or director@jewishmuseum.com Website: www.jewishmuseum.com 301 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Adult Education Early 2013 Classes/Lectures Sunday School Lecture Series with Dr. June Sochen r. June Sochen, Distinguished The topic is “Election Recap and Its for Adults Professor Emerita of History Implications for Israel.”
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On Monday, February 18, Dr. Sochen will speak on “Dr. Isaac Max Rubinow, the first medical director of Hadassah (1919-1923).” Rubinow was the architect of the whole Hadassah medical system in early Palestine. Cosponsored by Hadassah Associates. Each lecture begins at 7:30 p.m. at Beth Tikvah. For more information, call Phil Jason at 239.598.2880 or the synagogue office at 239.434.1818, or visit www.bethtikvahnaples.org.
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n Sundays, February 3 and 10, Temple Shalom’s Rabbi Emeritus, James Perman, shares his extensive knowledge in his inimitable style for Sunday School for Adults, now in its 18th year. This year’s program is entitled “Where did you get that great idea? It’s the Evolution of Torah!” Rabbi Perman will consider how ancient ideas from the Torah spin out and take shape over the centuries. Hear how the best and most creative Jewish thinking grew out of traditional Jewish learning as it encountered different surrounding cultures. Understand how our most cherished Jewish values evolved, offering a framework of comfort and certainty in an ever-changing world. Starting with the revolutionary discovery of monotheism to the postmodern Jewish thinkers today, Jewish ideas have exercised a powerful influence on Western civilization. Here is a concise glimpse of this process, so essential to our self-understanding as Jews. There is no cost, and all are welcome. For more information, please call the temple office at 239.455.3030.
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opular lecturer Gerald Ziedenberg presents a three-part series on “Epic Trials in Jewish History” at Beth Tikvah as follows: ¡¡ Thursday, January 10: Jonathan Pollard ¡¡ Thursday, February 7: Lipstadt Libel Trial ¡¡ Thursday, March 14: Soviet Doctors’ Plot Trial Each presentation is followed by a structured Q & A session and then refreshments with informal discussion. There is no charge. All presentations begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information, please call Phil Jason at 239.598.2880 or the synagogue office at 239.434.1818, or visit www.bethtikvahnaples.org.
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his book talk and signing with authors Bernard and Fran Alpert will take place at Beth Tikvah. The Alperts will answer the question: What is the relationship between what archaeological findings reveal and the historical aspects of the Jewish Bible? Date and time have not been confirmed as of press time. For more information, call Phil Jason at 239.598.2880 or the synagogue office at 239.434.1818, or visit www.bethtikvahnaples.org.
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n honor of Our Torah: Scribing the Future, Temple Shalom’s year-long Torah writing project, Dr. Paula Brody will present a dynamic series honoring women in the bible. This 3-part series will be held as follows: ¡¡ Monday, January 28: Creation and Creativity: A Hands-On Experience ¡¡ Monday, February 4: Reinvisioning Eve: The Garden of Eden Through a Contemporary Lens ¡¡ Monday, February 11: Biblical Matriarchs: Daughter, Sister, Wife and Mother Each session runs from 9:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. at Temple Shalom. There is a $36 charge for the series; a light lunch is included. For more information, call the temple office at 239.455.3030.
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emple Shalom Cantor Donna Azu provides instruction in chanting from the Torah in seven, one-hour lessons. You will learn how to chant Torah according to the traditional musical system. Participants will be encouraged to put this skill into practice, leyning (chanting) from the weekly portion on selected Shabbat morning services. A basic ability to read Hebrew is essential. One MUST be able to decode Hebrew proficiently in order to take this class. A textbook will be provided. Classes will be held on Thursdays at noon from January 17 to February 28. Tuition is $36 for members, and $72 for nonmembers. For more information or to register, please call the temple office at 239.455.3030, or email rbutterworth@ naplestemple.org.
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Book (winner of the National Jewish Book Award). He also moderates the popular Bible-translation blog “God Didn’t Say That” at www.GodDidntSayThat.com. For more information, please call the temple office at 239.455.3030.
at universities on four continents. He is the author of And God Said: How Translations Conceal the Bible’s Original Meaning (2010) and In The Beginning: A Short History of the Hebrew Language (2004), and the chief translator for the 10-volume series My People’s Prayer
YIDDISH CLUB OF NAPLES
meets the 1 and 3rd Tuesday of December, January, February, March and April at 10:00 a.m. at Temple Shalom, 4630 Pine Ridge Road st
You don’t have to speak Yiddish to enjoy. You just have to enjoy hearing it spoken, read or sung.
Come Shmooze and Enjoy!
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The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and the Israel Affairs Committee of the Jewish Federation of Collier County cordially invite you to a
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1100 Immokalee Road Israeli technology is used in everyday life, from cell phones and voicemail to generic drugs and radiation-free diagnostic machines. Israeli companies are pioneering ground-breaking research in every field: • medical innovations to detect cancer earlier and treat it more efficiently, • military advances that protect American troops while reducing collateral damage, and • first responder procedures that saved the life of a U.S. Congresswoman.
Could a nuclear Iran bent on Israel’s destruction affect these innovative contributions and the essential foreign investments that fund them? There is no cost to attend. This event is strictly off-the-record and closed to the press. Light refreshments will be served. Please confirm your attendance by visiting www.aipac.org/Naples or by contacting Jacki Waksman at (954) 653-9053 or Melissa Keel at (239) 263-4205.
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ow in its ninth year, the Jewish Women’s Circle has become a coveted tradition in our community. This season, there is a new Lunch and Learn format. These gatherings provide you the opportunity to relax and socialize while you explore both the practical and mystical aspects of our heritage. The beauty of the Women’s Circle is that women from all parts of the Jewish spectrum come together in a warm and inviting setting to celebrate our Jewish experiences. This year the theme is “Divine Drama and Fun Food.” If you have attended in the past, welcome back! And if you’re new to the Women’s Circle, come join the family. This year’s events are as follows: ¡¡ Monday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m.: A Documentary Filmmaker’s Journey in Poland; dessert buffet with Q
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he Temple Shalom Rosh Chodesh Group – a Women’s Gathering – meets at 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays, January 10, February 7 and April 11. Facilitators Cantor Donna Azu and Jane Perman lead a wide variety of activities and discussions that center around issues of importance to Jewish women. This diverse and welcoming group is comprised of women who gather on a monthly basis to celebrate the new month and their lives as Jewish women, and to learn and share as a community. There is no cost, and all are welcome. For more information, please call the temple office at 239.455.3030.
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& A; $20; at Chabad; men invited ¡¡ Thursday, March 14 at 6:45 p.m.: A Playwright’s Look at Freedom from Egypt v. Slavery; 8:00 p.m. curtain preceded by dessert buffet; $25; at the Norris Center (755 8th Avenue South); men invited ¡¡ Monday, April 8, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.: A Special Outing; meet at Chabad, travel to Bal Harbour; $25
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plus bus fare TBA; RSVP to help determine what size bus to hire ¡¡ Thursday, May 9 at 11:00 a.m.: A Pickle-Making Demonstration, Tasting, and Lunch; $20; Clive Daniel Home (2777 Tamiami Trail North, Naples) For more information and a current schedule, contact Ettie Zaklos at 239. 263.2620 or ettie@chabadnaples.com.
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ewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida (JFCS), formerly known as Jewish Family Services, became a registered Florida non-profit agency on November 22, 2011. On March 1, 2012 JFCS moved into beautiful offices located at 5025 Castello Drive in Naples. The new space affords clients the highest level of confidentiality. JFCS has also significantly expanded its Food Pantry and now has six large shelving units fully stocked with food. Although it has a new name and address, JFCS continues to be a highly regarded human service agency serving the Southwest Florida community with compassion.
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Mental Health Services Assessment and short-term counseling are available for individuals, couples and families struggling with anxiety and depression, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, and grief. Groups are available for bereavement counseling and mental health support. Mental health services are provided by a Florida licensed clinical social worker and are strictly confidential. Senior Outreach & Support Services Outreach to seniors includes assessment, plan of care development, implementation and management. “Just Lunch,” a monthly luncheon, is available for seniors in the JFCS Senior Outreach and Support Program, and is a great place for seniors to come to and enjoy good food and the opportunity to “schmooze” with others. Financial Assistance Direct assistance is available on an emergency, short-term basis to help pay rent and utilities and for the pur-
Donations of Household Goods/Furniture at the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store Greatly Helps Jewish Family & Community Services Clients If you are moving, remodeling or cleaning out your home, please consider donating unwanted household goods and furniture in good condition to the St. Vincent de Paul Society Thrift Store. Free pick-up is available by appointment by calling 239.775.2907 in Naples or 239.992.1899 in Bonita Springs. Please write “On Behalf of Jewish Family & Community Services of SWFL” on the form for the description of the item(s) you are donating. If you do so, our clients are able to receive vouchers toward clothing and/or furniture at the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. Thank you.
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chase of food. The JFCS Food Pantry is available for the community. Financial assistance is awarded on a case by case basis. Information and Referral Information about community resources and referrals to appropriate agencies for specific needs such as housing, assisted living, nursing homes and home health care agencies are available. The PJ Library® In partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, and with the support of community philanthropists and partnering organizations, JFCS brings to our Collier County community this award-winning program of monthly books and media for children ages 6 months to 8 years. Kesher This is a new social and networking group for Jewish professionals ages 21 to 30. JEWISH FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES OF SWFL 5025 Castello Drive Suite 101 Naples, FL 34103 • Dr. Jaclynn Faffer, Executive Director • Casey Eike, LCSW, Mental Health Counselor • Leslie Weinreb, Geriatric Case Manager • Telephone: 239.325.4444 • Email: info@jfcsswfl.org • Website: www.jfcsswfl.org • Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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a “few good volunteers” is always of primary importance. Many of you have come forward to offer your services for programs, events, special projects, as board officers and committee chairs. Thank You! We hope you will continue to work on our behalf. As you consider your availability, you might ask yourself these questions: XXHow often am I available? XXAm I willing to offer someone a ride? If yes, can I offer it occasionally or with some regularity? XXAm I interested in visiting someone in their home? If yes, how often would I visit? Would I be able to during season or throughout the year?
holiday delivery, the holiday soup kitchen service, Hanukkah basket delivery, or JFCS office projects? XXAm I able to offer a particular skill or service? (Frequent requests are for budget instruction, legal assistance, home repair and/or auto repair.) XXAm I willing to provide services pro bono or at a reduced cost? Your answers to this self-screening will help us find the best volunteer fit for you. Don’t hesitate to let us know your preferences. A good volunteer experience can be mutually delightful. Please call 239.325.4444 for more information.
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Community Services ¡¡ Dr. Bernard Lublin has prepared two brochures which are available at Jewish Family & Community Services — “Breast/Ovarian Cancer and Jewish Inheritance” & “Medical Disorders of Disproportionate Jewish Inheritance.” Critical new information on Jewish Genetics and breast/ovarian cancers is not well known, either by most physicians or by the Ashkenazi Jewish community. The BRCA (BReast CAncer) mutations (three possible chromosomal mutations) occur in the population-at-large at the incidence of 1:800. Among Ashkenazi Jews, the incidence is 1:40. Please stop in to pick up your copies or call 239.325.4444 to have them mailed. You will also find valuable information, resources and links on the Jewish Genetics page at www.jewishnaples.org. ¡¡ Sharsheret has available publications ‘linking young Jewish women in their fight against breast cancer.’ Sharsheret is a national organization of Jewish breast cancer survivors. Hebrew for “chain,” Sharsheret pairs those facing breast cancer with volunteers who can share their experiences. Their programs respond to the needs of the women they serve and include peer support, education/outreach programs, and quality of life programs. If you would like more information please call 866.474.2774.
Health & Support Programs ¡¡ American Cancer Society, 900 First Ave. South, #200, Naples. Call 239.261.0337 for general information. Bosom Buddies support group, call 602.231.6648. ¡¡ Cancer Alliance of Naples, 990 First Ave South, Suite 200, Naples, 239.643.4673 or visit www.cancer allianceofnaples.com. Assistance to cancer patients and their families. Resource library and support groups available. ¡¡ Friendship Health Clinic Collier, located at 2171 Pine Ridge Rd., Suite F, Naples, is a Medicare provider and uses a sliding fee scale for the uninsured patient 50+. Patient incomes must meet low-income guidelines. Open Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call 239.566.7425 for an appointment. The clinic provides: • Primary Care • General physicals, including EKGs • Referrals for lab work and x-rays • General dental services • Medication/prescription assistance • Monitoring of chronic illnesses • Health Screenings ¡¡ Neighborhood Health Clinic, located at 121 Goodlette Road N., Naples, provides quality health and dental care for low-income, working but uninsured Collier County adults, using a volunteer professional staff. Clinic hours are Monday and Thursday from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m. and alternate Saturday
mornings. Call 239.261.6600 for documentation necessary for first appointment. ¡¡ ACCESS Florida Partner - JFCS serves the community as a Department of Children and Families ACCESS Florida Partner. You may apply, report any changes or complete an updated review for Public Assistance Benefits including food stamps, temporary cash assistance & Medicaid. www.myflorida.com/accessflorida or 866.762.2237. If you need help with computer availability or form filing, please call JFCS at 239.325.4444. ¡¡ File of Life: Many individuals in our community either live alone or are the primary caretaker to a loved one. Sometimes a crisis situation may leave an individual in a situation where assistance is needed and their medical and emergency information is pertinent. File of Life is a free program that can be utilized to inform EMS with vital medical emergency information that can be life-saving. You may obtain a File of Life packet at JFCS. ¡¡ Elder Helpline 800.963.5337: The Department of Elder Affairs’ Elder Helpline is your information and Referral Service. The Helpline exists to help you find answers to questions about aging issues, services and opportunities in your community.
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Community Services Senior Services The Naples VITAS Innovative Hospice Care® he diagnosis of a terminal illness undergo in-depth training of all emJewish Caring brings with it a host of ques- ployees and volunteers – Jewish and tions, fears and concerns: “Will non-Jewish. The curriculum, taught by Support Group
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hen engulfed with stress, have you ever craved the closeness you once had with family and friends? For the last four years the Naples Jewish Caring Support Group has provided a safe and friendly environment. Talking through pent-up emotions is possible because confidentiality is paramount with the group. Participants have become a cohesive, understanding and sensitive group of men and women who give each other the gift of experiential wisdom. The group is led by a retired psychotherapist, Florette Kahn. Florette practiced with her husband for over twenty five years in New Jersey, doing individual and group therapy. She is in the discipline of Clinical Social Work, holds an MSW degree and is licensed (LCSW). Phyllis Lazear assists her and is a retired educator from Ohio. The group welcomes new members. Meetings are held in the Temple Shalom Chapel the second and fourth Mondays of each month, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. This is a free service to the entire Jewish community. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information, please call Phyllis at 239.352.2907.
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Life Cycle and Other Resources The Jewish Memorial Garden Funeral Homes he Jewish Memorial Garden, located inside the Marco Island Cemand Cemeteries located on Marco Island, is the etery on the corner of Bald Eagle Drive
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only Jewish cemetery serving Collier County that is directly affiliated with a temple, the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island (JCMI). The Jewish Memorial Garden has undergone an extensive beautification, transforming the property into a true garden, complete with paver walkways, flowering tropical plants, shrubs, and Royal and Canary Date palms. It is not necessary to be a member of JCMI in order to purchase a gravesite. Cemetery plots at the Jewish Memorial Garden are now offered to all Jewish persons, together with his or her non-Jewish spouse/partner or family member. Surface and vertical headstones are allowed. The Jewish Memorial Garden is
Fuller Funeral Home (two locations) 1625 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples 239.592.1611 4735 Tamiami Trail East, Naples 239.417.5000
and Elkham Circle. The temple has a full-time cemetery committee that inspects and supervises the property year round. For further information, call Cemetery Chairman Lee Rubenstein at 239.564.9894 or the JCMI office at 239.642.0800.
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n search of kosher food but keep coming up short? Chabad of Naples and Aroma Market and Catering have teamed up to bring kosher food to Naples and the surrounding areas. Aroma Market uses the highest quality ingredients to bring you the freshest and tastiest kosher food available, providing items such as quality meats, poultry, fish, a wide assortment of freshly-made salads, groceries, as well as their own freshly-baked breads, cakes, cookies and pastries. There is no delivery fee. To order, simply call Joan at Aroma Kosher Market at 954.252.2600, Sunday through Wednesday, or email your orders to info@aromamarket.net. Pick-up is every Thursday, 2:30 4:00 p.m., at Chabad of Naples, 1789 Mandarin Road, Naples. Due to holidays or other potential schedule changes, please call Chabad of Naples at 239.262.4474 to confirm date of delivery. For more information visit www.aromamarket.net or www.chabad naples.com.
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ach week, Chabad of Naples randomly and lovingly distributes freshly baked challahs to families in our community. Want to welcome a new family to town? Know someone who recently had a baby? Know someone who is not feeling well? Or maybe you want to let someone know that you
are thinking about them “just because.” A Flying Challah needs only your suggestion and a call to Ettie Zaklos at 239.262.4474. Be sure to look out for your own braided package of edible Shabbat joy, because you never know when and where a Flying Challah will land. Shabbat Shalom!
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Religious Life “Our Torah – Scribing Our Future” Temple Shalom Comes Together to Scribe a Torah
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hat is more sacred to the Jewish people than the Torah? The Torah tells our unique history and gives us guidelines for how to live a moral and meaningful life. It is what defines us as a people. This year, the members of Temple Shalom will write the words of the Torah with our own hands, renewing our connection to the Torah, to each other, and to the greater Jewish community.
In addition, throughout the months of Our Torah – Scribing Our Future, we will celebrate the Torah, learning it and gaining new insights to it through programs, classes, performances and lectures. Through Our Torah – Scribing Our Future, Temple Shalom is giving young and old a new opportunity for connection and belonging – each person who has a hand in writing the Torah scroll will be linked to the Torah
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and the Jewish community in a new way that can never be broken. Please join with us as we accomplish this sacred task. You do not have to be a member of Temple Shalom in order to participate – the Torah belongs to us all, and we look forward to sharing Our Torah with you. For more information about Our Torah – Scribing Our Future, contact the temple office at 239.455.3030 x202 or OurTorah@NaplesTemple.org. —Debra Antzis, Our Torah Committee Chair
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emple Shalom is a Reform Jewish congregation affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, serving as Naples’ primary place of Jewish worship since 1962. For over fifty years, Temple Shalom has represented the great diversity of the Jewish population, enjoying a sense of identity, attachment and family through temple membership. The synagogue offers Friday night and Saturday morning services, and the first Friday of each month during Season features a special, musical Shir Joy Shabbat Service. Its youngest members enjoy PJ Havdalah services, and periodic services on Rabbi Adam Miller the beach take advantage of the beautiful Naples climate. All are welcome at monthly Torah Talk sessions. All major holidays are celebrated with special services. The Rabbi Abraham Shusterman Religious School provides outstanding religious and Hebrew education from grades pre-K-12, consecration, b’nai mitzvah, confirmation and Senior Study. Youth are affiliated with NFTY (North American Federation of Temple Youth), as well as BBYO, enjoying many fun-filled educational and social activities. Adult Education is an important part of Temple life. In addition to yearround programming, Temple Shalom features: ÎÎ Brown Bag Lunch Series: addressing a wide range of topics and interests ÎÎ Sunday School for Adults: con-
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ducted on two consecutive Sundays and covering a common theme ÎÎ Scholar-in-Residence: featuring a guest speaker providing in-depth exploration of a specific topic ÎÎ Wednesday Institute for Jewish Learning (WIJL): fascinating speakers from November through March on a wide range of historical and contemporary issues ÎÎ The Rabbi James and Jane Perman Library: the only comprehensive Judaica library in Collier County Temple Shalom’s fully licensed Preschool is the premier preschool and preschool-age summer camp in Collier County. Camp Einstein serves children from 5-8 years of age. Registration is ongoing throughout the year. Temple Shalom Sisterhood boasts an intergenerational membership. Sisterhood runs the Judaica Cantor Donna Azu Shop, sponsors an extraordinary weekly Oneg Shabbat, offers excellent programming, and provides support with emphasis on the Religious School. The dynamic Men’s Club has a great time while raising funds to support the Temple and a host of worthy causes in the community. They sponsor lectures, sports outings, family get-togethers, Religious School programming and more.
TEMPLE SHALOM OF NAPLES 4630 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34119 • Telephone: 239.455.3030 • Fax: 239.455.4361 • Email: info@naplestemple.org • Website: www.naplestemple.org • Rabbi Adam F. Miller • Cantor Donna Azu • James H. Perman D.D., Rabbi Emeritus • Yale T. Freeman, President • Susan Shechter Daugherty, Executive Director • Caren Plotkin, Religious School Director • Seyla Cohen, Preschool Director • Movement/Affiliation: Reform/ Union of Reform Judaism • Organizations: Sisterhood, Men’s Club, Youth Groups • Services: Shabbat Eve 7:30 p.m.; 1st Friday of the month in season 6:00 p.m.; Shabbat 10 a.m. • Judaica Shop • Special Programs/Features: Adult Education, Havurot, Religious School, Hebrew School, Preschool, Judaic Library, Adult Choir, Social Action, Outreach
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habad of Naples Jewish Community Center, located in the heart of Naples, offers easy access to a variety of services for Jews of all backgrounds and affiliations. It is well known for its warm, open atmosphere and all-inclusive services and events, where all are welcome to attend any program at any time – just ask those who walk through the doors on a regular basis. Established in 2004 by Rabbi Fishel and Ettie Zaklos, Chabad of Naples expanded to serve the Naples community and is comfortably housed in a beautiful 22,000-square-foot facility that includes a unique synagogue, a large social hall, first-class preschool, Hebrew school, state-of-the-art playground, and a full
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school of the Arts (Winner of the People’s Choice Award for best preschool), and Camp Gan Israel (which draws nearly one hundred children each year), Chabad has social and humanitarian programs, including the Friendship Circle (matches children with special needs with teen mentors), and the Jewish Women’s Circle guided Ribbon cutting of the new Community Center by Rebbitzin Ettie Zaklos. Also offered are community serChabad offers holiday programs vices such as individual and family throughout the year, including the counseling, as well as Jewish nursing giant Chanukah menorah, the sukkah, home, assisted living, and hospital visi- Purim parties, Passover seders and, of tations by professionals and trained course, High Holiday services. volunteer lay people; no one need ever Each year, a special event is held feel alone or neglected. to celebrate the highly successful PartA beautiful Jewish calendar is dis- ners Project, now composed of many tributed annually to the community of committed voluntary donors willing Naples and Marco Island. to ensure the continuation of these Chabad Naples partners with incredible programs. Aroma Kosher Market in South Florida Chabad OF NAPLES to supply high-quality kosher food, deJewish COMMUNITY Center livered directly to the Community Cen1789 Mandarin Road ter on a weekly basis. Naples, FL 34102 Shabbat services are held every Sat• Telephone: 239.262.4474 urday morning with English transla• Email: info@chabadnaples.com tion/transliteration prayer books and • Website: meaningful Shabbat programs and serwww.chabadnaples.com vices for children. A festive Kiddush • Rabbi Fishel Zaklos luncheon and social hour follows ser• Ettie Zaklos, Dir. of Education vices, with “Stump the Rabbi” questions • Arthur Seigel MD, President to challenge Rabbi Fishel. • Movement/Affiliation: Ever see a Flying Challah? Each Chabad Lubavitch week freshly-baked challah is delivered • Programs/Features: Weekly to randomly-selected people in the Saturday morning services and community. kiddush, Preschool of the Arts, Hebrew School, Adult Jewish Learning Institute, Shabbat Dinners, Holiday Programs, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Program, Camp Gan Israel, Summer of the Arts, Women’s Circle, Flying Challahs, Friendship Circle, Judaica Shop, Community Care, Partners Project
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eth Tikvah is a young congrega- ily-friendly and child-friendly tion dedicated to inspiring Jews community. Jewish learning is of all ages and personal beliefs a cornerstone of our programto embrace a meaningful Jewish iden- ming efforts, with opportunities tity. Beth Tikvah is an egalitarian Jew- for people of any and all backish community established under the grounds. Our doors are open umbrella of the United Synagogue of to visitors who wish to discover Conservative Judaism. The Members what we have to offer. come together because Judaism is their Aside from weekly worship joy and passion. They want to celebrate services and holiday observances, with each other, their community and Beth Tikvah offers Adult Education, their children. They are committed to Youth Education, Community Events fostering a Jewish spiriand Social Events. It tual experience through provides for Life Cyparticipatory and egalicle Ceremonies and tarian services that are Counseling. It fosters at once traditional and programs that coninnovative. nect our community Beth Tikvah is a to the people of Israel place of Jewish learnand to the modern ing, spiritual growth and State of Israel. It supcommunal participation Rabbi Ammos and Aviva Chorny ports Social Service where adults and chiland Tikkun Olam. dren can study the traditional teachLast year, Beth Tikvah successfully ings in a way that is meaningful in their completed a rabbi search. Its new spiritime and in their world. It is a welcom- tual leader is Rabbi Ammos Chorny, ing and inclusive community, at once a graduate of the Jewish Theological vibrant and caring. The Beth Tikvah Seminary. A man of great learning and community has a close connection to a profound ability to share it, Rabbi the State of Israel and Zionism. Chorny’s wide range of experiences inBeth Tikvah offers experiences that clude being a chaplain in the United include attractions for the disenfran- States Army. Aside from English and chised or unaffiliated. At the same time, Hebrew, Rabbi Chorny is fluent in the synagogue honors the traditions Spanish (his native language), German and Yiddish. that foster stability and identity. Beth Tikvah defines itself as a fam-
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BETH TIKVAH OF NAPLES 1459 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34109 • Telephone: 239.434.1818 • E-Mail: bethtikvahnaples@aol.com • Website: www.bethtikvahnaples.org • Rabbi Ammos Chorny • Movement/Affiliation: Conservative / United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism • Membership: 150 members • Religious School: K-7 and post-b’nai mitzvah program • Services: Shabbat eve and morning, Sunday morning in season • Special Programs: Lecture Series, Book Discussion Group, Holiday Celebrations, Community Leadership Award, Social / Cultural / Community events, Adult Education Courses, Social Action
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he Jewish Congregation of Marco Island is the spiritual home to more than 200 families of diverse ages and backgrounds, welcoming both permanent and part-time congregants to its open door policy. In 1982, a classified advertisement in a local newspaper attracted a nucleus of 60 enthusiastic and dedicated people who evolved into today’s acRabbi Edward M. tive volunteers Maline, D.D. who offer and
participate in a wide variety of stimulating educational, cultural and socialactivities.Although primarily an adult community, the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island has the staff and flexibility to offer children’s programs and tutoring as required. The current professional staff includes Rabbi Edward M. Maline, D.D., Cantorial Soloist Hari Jacobsen, a president and board of directors. Services are offered every Friday evening at 8 p.m., followed by an Oneg Shabbat. During the months of January through April, the Saturday Torah Study begins at 9:30 a.m. and is immediately followed by Shabbat services and a complimentary lunch. The temple’s doors are always open to greet those who wish to worship with them.
Is there a Treasure in your Attic? Yiddish Books are a Cultural Treasure of the Jewish People The National Yiddish Book Center is a non-profit organization working to save Yiddish culture. Please check around your home for old Yiddish books and records, and inquire among friends and relatives. Gifts of these books are tax deductible. Please drop off your Yiddish books and records at the Jewish Federation, for further delivery to the National Yiddish Book Center, or call Louis Rusitzky at 239.455.6447 to schedule a pick-up. Visit the National Yiddish Book Center at www.yiddishbookcenter.org.
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Located at 991 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island, the temple can be easily accessed by crossing the Judge S.S. Jolley Bridge and continuing south on Collier Boulevard to Winterberry Drive (opposite the Hilton Hotel). Turn left, go two blocks, and the synagogue is on the right. JEWISH CONGREGATION OF MARCO ISLAND 991 Winterberry Drive Marco Island, FL 34145 • Telephone: 239.642.0800 • E-mail: mgr.jcmioffice@ embarqmail.com • Website: http://marcojcmi.tripod.com • Rabbi Edward M. Maline, D.D. • Cantorial Soloist Hari Jacobsen • Movement/Affiliation: Reform inclusive • Membership: 200 families • Organizations: Sisterhood, Men’s Club • Services: Friday night 8 p.m.; January – April, Shabbat morning 9:30 a.m. • Cemetery • Brownstein Judaica Shop • Library with extensive Jewish content • Special Programs: Jewish Film Festival, Saul I. Stern Cultural Series, Scholar-in-Residence, Rabbi’s Adult Study Series, Duplicate Bridge, Mah Jongg, Bingo, community and holidayaffiliated events as appropriate
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he Naples Jewish Congregation (NJC) began serving the greater Naples area in 1999. NJC was founded to provide a thoughtful religious experience in a welcoming, intimate affordable setting following the Reform Judaic tradition. As a small congregation of mostly retired adults, NJC has created a strong Rabbi Sylvin Wolf, bond, promotPh.D, D.D. ing warmth and good fellowship among the members. They take an open-minded and tolerant view to all members with respect to the Judaic rituals. NJC considers its members as part of their ‘temple” family. Rabbi Sylvin Wolf and cantorial
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he Temple Shalom Judaica Shop is your full-service stop for all Judaic ritual and gift needs in Naples. There’s a wide selection of kippot, tallitot, mezuzahs, candle sticks, jewelry, cards, candles, children’s toys and books, bar and bat mitzvah gifts, and many more Judaic items. Beautiful and unique items are available for every holiday and life-cycle event, and their inventory is updated regularly. If they don’t have an item available in stock, they will happily order it for you. Do you prefer to order online? Visit the Temple Shalom Judaica Shop’s new website at www.naplestemple. judaicabeautiful.com, where you can order directly! Shop hours are 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Sunday through Friday, and 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings
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soloist Jane Galler conduct services every Friday from September 1 to April 30; then once monthly in May, June, July and August. They are accompanied by music director Alla Gorelick. A small choir performs at High Holiday services and once a month during season. The Rabbi also conducts High Holy Days services, and leads their community Passover Seder (for the first night) as well as Purim and Chanukah celebrations. Other holidays are usually celebrated on the closest Friday evening. Once a month, at Shabbat Torah services, the members recognize birthdays and anniversaries of that month with a blessing by the Rabbi. The Rabbi conducts an adult study group, usually once or twice a month from November through March. The Sisterhood and Men’s Club foster friendships by scheduling book discussions, theatre outings, luncheons, sporting and fashion events, and holiday parties.
when Religious School is in session. Volunteers are available to assist you. All proceeds support Temple Shalom’s Sisterhood as it promotes the welfare of our Jewish community and the religious education of our children. Temple Shalom Judaica Shop 4630 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239.455.3030
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he Brownstein Judaica Gift Shop at the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island has on display a wonderful assortment of gift items for all. In addition to the attractive Spode Judaica, hand-embroidered silk kippot, crystal and Lenox candlesticks, you’ll find a full line of Mah Jongg accessories, fabulous fun day and evening handbags,
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NJC produces a monthly Bulletin to alert its members of events, and has a new website at www.naplesjewish congregation.org. NAPLES JEWISH CONGREGATION Services are held at: Unitarian Universalist 6340 Napa Woods Way Naples, FL 34116 • Telephone: 239.234.6366 • Email: sylvinwolf@comcast.net • Website: www.naplesjewishcongregation. org • Rabbi Sylvin Wolf, Ph.D, D.D. • Cantorial Soloist Jane Galler • Movement/Affiliation: Reform • Organizations: Sisterhood, Men’s Club • Services: September 1 - April 30, every Friday night 7:30 p.m.; May - July, once monthly
casual wear, men’s and ladies’ watches, and small Cuisinart appliances. The gift shop is open Monday thru Friday from 9:00 a.m. to noon and before and after services on Friday evening. Brownstein Judaica Shop at the Jewish Cong. of Marco Island 991 Winterberry Drive Marco Island, FL 34145 Telephone: Sharon Rubenstein at 239.919.2585 or the temple office at 239.642.0800
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programs, as well as by advocating for issues of importance to women and to the American Jewish community. By becoming a Hadassah Associate, men can participate in Hadassah’s mission of peace and healing. Working alongside Hadassah women or spearheading initiatives on their own, Associates make a significant contribution to the basic values of the Jewish people: tikkun olam (repairing the world) and tzedakah. Associates support Hadassah’s vital
work in the United States and Israel, working to change people’s lives. Everyone is welcome to join, so if you would like to become a member, or learn more about the extraordinary work of Hadassah, please contact: Shelley Skelton, President, 239.676.3052 or shellskel@mac.com Iris Shur, Membership co-Vice President, 239.593.9328 or irisjimshur@aol.com Lynn Weiner, Membership co-Vice President, 239.598.1009 or lynninaples@yahoo.com
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RT America Gulf Beaches Chapter is dedicated to the mission of World ORT to train 300,000 students annually. Argentina, Israel, India, Mexico, France, Russia, and the United States are among 60plus countries in the ORT family. Self-sufficiency is the goal of ORT
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technical education, which emphasizes employable skills. Technological innovation is the basis for courses in robotics, physics, nanotechnology, bioengineering and other sciences relevant today. Over its 130 year history, ORT has provided practical skills training to the Jewish re-settlers, WWII survivors in DP camps and Soviet refugees. ORT courses in Hebrew and Jewish studies are world famous. There are 10,000 active ORT members in Florida. Locally, fundraising is achieved through several outstanding events during the winter season. Upcoming events include: ¡¡ Wednesday, January 9: Music of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, lunch included ¡¡ Friday, January 25: ORT Sabbath at Beth Tikvah ¡¡ Wednesday, February 6: Extraor-
dinary private art collection tour with lunch at Seasons 52 ¡¡ Friday, March 15: “Jewish Life in Southwest Florida,” presented by Ted Epstein, editor of Connections and the Federation Star ORT America Gulf Beaches Chapter welcomes all ORTists, friends and supporters. For more information about ORT America or to join: Marina Berkovich, President, ORTgulfbeaches@yahoo.com Marebe Crouse, Membership Chair, 239.263.4959
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umanistic Judaism is a voice for Jews who value their Jewish identity and who seek an alternative to conventional Judaism. Humanistic Judaism affirms the right of individuals to shape their own lives, independent of supernatural authority. It believes that reason is the best method for the discovery of truth and that morality derives from human needs and is the defense of human dignity. In a universe that is indifferent to the desires and aspirations of human beings, people must ultimately rely on people. Founded by Rabbi Sherwin T. Wine in 1963 in Detroit, there are now close to 30 communities of Humanistic Jews in North America. The Naples-based Havurah, when formed in late spring 2008, was warmly welcomed as a member organization of the Jewish Federation of Collier County.
In 2009 the organization obtained its 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. The following year Humanistic Jewish Havurah of Southwest Florida became affiliated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism (www.shj.org). Membership in the Havurah includes full membership and benefits of this national organization. Not only has local membership increased each year but so has the number of activities provided for the members and the community. The first Friday of each month finds members gathering for a pot luck Shabbat followed by a stimulating program. During season the community is invited to Sunday afternoon meetings devoted to topics of interest to humanistic Jews. Additionally, members enjoy home study groups and celebrations at Yom Kippur, Chanukah and Passover. Jewish survival is due to our ability to adapt to the circumstances of our own times. Humanistic Judaism provides a realistic, rational approach to our tradi-
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tions and history. Like-minded people are welcome to join the Havurah. For more information, call: Herbert Herman, 239.304.0191 Website: www.humanisticjewish havurahswfl.org
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he Cardozo Society, an affinity group of the Jewish Federation of Collier County, was formed as a way to network the many existing and new Jewish attorneys in our legal community, including the current practitioners and the retired. With the constant influx of new residents to Collier County, the Federation is reaching out to raise awareness through this association of Jewish attorneys promoting professionalism, cooperation and identification with our Jewish community. The group meets periodically for luncheon programs and seminars to accomplish their networking goals. For more information, contact: Melissa Keel, Jewish Federation of Collier County, 239.263.4205 or melissa@jewishnaples.org
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ewish War Veterans in the area meet at the Federation offices for brunch and to hear a speaker on the third Sunday of the month. The group also participates at the Naples Patriotic Moments and attends all local High School Jr. ROTC assemblies to present medals to the outstanding students. JWV also makes its presence known on Veterans Day and Memorial Day. For more information, contact: Gil Block, Commander Post #202, 239.304.5953 or naplesgranpa@aol.com M/Gen. Bernard L. Weiss, USAF Ret., Senior Vice Commander, 239.594.7772
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organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children and families and by safe-guarding individual rights and freedoms. Organized just 34 years ago, the Naples/Marco Section of NCJW became the first Jewish Women’s Social Service organization in Naples. Each year since its inception, they have hosted a luncheon for the Visually Challenged. Other community service projects include, but are not limited to, Court Watch in conjunction with the Women’s Shelter, Friendly Visitors with Jewish Family Services, NCH Birthplace/Knitting Project, and volunteering at Parkside School, a public elementary school. NCJW is represented on the Collier County Non-Discrimination Coalition. The NCJW Naples/Marco Section supports in principle all of the concerns of the national organization which prides itself on furthering the rights of women, children and families, and supports NCJW advocates who take action on social issues such as health care, reproductive rights, separation of church and state and civil rights. NCJW Naples/Marco Section meets the third Tuesday of each month from October through the spring. Luncheon meetings are held at the Vineyards Country Club and feature noted speakers who share concerns, problems or “good news items” about the state of our community, Israel, and our nation. For more information or to join NCJW please contact one of the coPresidents: Linda Wainick, 239.354.9117 or wainjl@aol.com Bobbie Katz, 239.353.5963 or gbkatz5804@aol.com
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ormed in 2009 through an initiative by the Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida, this is a group of children of Holocaust survivors and others who are interested in the fourfold mission of this group. The mission is “promotion of Holocaust education, preservation of memories of the Holocaust, connections of members of the Second Generation to one another, and support of the Holocaust Museum.” Meetings are usually scheduled at 4:15 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month from October to May and are held at the Holocaust Museum, 4760 Tamiami Trail N., Naples. In addition to monthly meetings, GenShoah sponsors activities, films, trips and events for members as well as
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Organizations for the general public. This group also partners with other groups that support its mission and disseminates information relevant to the Holocaust. In addition to children of survivors, anyone who supports the mission of this group is welcome and encouraged to attend meetings, many of which include guest speakers. For more information contact: Ida Margolis, 239.963.9347 or ida.margolis2@gmail.com
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Special Interest Groups Naples Jewish Parents, Families Jewish Women Social Club (NJSC) and Friends of International ewish Women International (JWI) he Naples Jewish Social Club has Lesbians and Gays is the leading Jewish organization been serving the Jewish commu-
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nity in Naples and the surrounding communities for over 20 years. The club offers a variety of monthly social events including concerts, picnics on the beach, art gallery tours, theatre parties, game nights, cruises on the Gulf, and the annual Break-the-fast. Annual Gala The Naples Jewish Social Club annual Gala event will be held on Sunday, January 20 at Longshore Lake Country Club in North Naples. If you would like to join the NJSC or if you have any questions concerning the Gala event, please call Sondra Greer at 239.353.4468. Bridge and Mahjongg In addition to regular events, Bridge and Mahjongg are offered. Many members attend bridge games, which include social and duplicate, and are played respectively on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at Sterling Oaks Clubhouse in North Naples. Games begin at 6:00 p.m. Coffee and cookies are served. Cost is $8 per couple. Reservations are a must by the preceding Thursday. Call Tilda Ellis at 239.949.9913. The Mahjongg game is a spirited one played weekly at the Longshore Lake Clubhouse every Thursday. Twenty ladies or more attend on a regular basis. Be there for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and continue with play ending at 4:00 p.m. Contact Barbara Bresnick at 239.566.1126 or Sondra Greer at 239.353.4468. The NJSC welcomes couples and singles. Dues are the best bargain in town at $15 a year. For more information, contact: Illeen Mittleman, President, 440.221.6468 or imtwirl@sbcglobal.net
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arents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) is a national non-profit organization started by heterosexual parents to understand, support and advocate for their gay and lesbian children. Naples PFLAG is a parent-based support group for families with gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered members working toward a safer, more understanding, and better world. PFLAG support meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Naples PFLAG provides support and information to counter myths and misinformation about sexual orientation and identity. PFLAG has a 24hour message service at 239.513.4568. PFLAG’s mission is to promote the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and secure equal civil rights. PFLAG provides an opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity. Only with respect, dignity and equality will we reach our full potential as human beings, individually and collectively. PFLAG’s Annual Interfaith Convocation is held each May at an area house of worship. PFLAG is inviting people of all faiths to worship together in a unique spiritual celebration open to the community. For more information, contact: Gaye Gilmore, President, info@PFLAGnaples.org Website: www.PFLAGnaples.org
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empowering women and girls – through economic literacy, community training, healthy relationship education and promoting women’s leadership. Innovative programs, advocacy and philanthropic initiatives protect the fundamental rights of all girls and women to live in safe homes, thrive in healthy relationships, and realize their personal strength. Locally, in cooperation with other Jewish organizations, JWI has convened violence prevention programs including financial literacy training for teens and young adults; discussions with noted authors and domestic violence survivors; a theatrical performance on the topic of abuse; and a presentation for a mixed-faith audience about domestic abuse in the Jewish community. Jewish Woman magazine is JWI’s signature lifestyle publication. Visit www.jwmag.org for ideas, recipes, information and inspiration for Jewish living. Beginning as B’nai B’rith Women over 100 years ago, JWI’s philanthropic endeavors reflect a long-standing commitment to transform at-risk young lives in the U.S. and around the world – particularly in Israel at the Jerusalem Hill’s Children’s Home, a residential treatment center for severely emotionally disturbed children supported by JWI for nearly 70 years. For more information, contact: Millie Sernovitz, past international president, 239.498.2778 or millie@sernovitz.com Website: www.jwi.org
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Israel Connection State of Israel Bonds — This is Israel
Environment, antiquities pose unique challenges for Israel’s transportation advances By James S. Galfund ugust 26, 2012 marked the 75th anniversary of an incremental step forward in the annals of Jerusalem transportation – the day the first taxi began plying the city’s streets. In a city of transformative events spanning millennia, it’s unlikely the anniversary garnered much attention, not only because today’s Jerusalem is awash in taxis, but also because Jerusalemites now have the option of being whisked through the capital via modern light rail. Greater Accessibility A visitor from Israel Bonds – the organization that has enabled major transportation advances in Israel – discovered that to ride the light rail is to experience a microcosm of Jerusalem’s diversity. Fellow passengers included secular Israelis, the ultra-Orthodox, devout
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Muslims and camera-toting tourists. Each train has a capacity of around 500 passengers, the equivalent of 10 buses. With a first-stage route encompassing nearly two dozen stops – the Old City (providing the quintessential Israel experience of riding state-ofthe-art transportation past a site of ancient pilgrimage), multiple neighborhoods, the Mahane Yehuda Market and the downtown district – the light rail has changed the way residents work, shop and plan their days. Surveys show substantial increases in pedestrian traffic stemming from the greater accessibility provided by the light rail. Mahane Yehuda, for example, has seen a 38 percent increase, and visits to the popular ‘triangle’ area of King George Avenue, Jaffa Road and Ben-Ye-
huda Street jumped 34 percent. Overall increases average 41 percent. An added bonus for Jerusalemites and visitors alike has been the conversion of Jaffa Road into a pedestrian mall. A Dramatic Reboot Getting to and from the capital is also undergoing a dramatic reboot. Riding the rails from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem – a distance of less than 50 miles – currently takes 2½ hours. By 2017, the trip will shrink to a mere 30 minutes. The key to the drastic time reduction is the ambitious construction of a complex network of bridges and tunnels. And, because this is Israel, there are additional considerations beyond the obvious topographical challenges inherent in boring through hundreds of feet of solid rock. One is archeological. In Israel, any project entailing digging is sensitive to the fact that priceless artifacts might be uncovered during the excavation process. If antiquities are discovered, work stops and archeologists are called in to examine the relics. Eco-Friendly Responsibilities The second consideration is environmental. Israel is a world leader in environmental sustainability, and Aliza
Massive tunnels being carved from a hilltop outside Jerusalem are closely supervised by an environmental expert who ensures the surrounding landscape “will be like we’ve never been here.” (Photo: James S. Galfund)
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Israel Connection Kutner – who describes her job with Is- side where the tunnel is bored. Topsoil rael Railways as “being in charge of all differs as well. Trees pose the greatest challenge. things green” – relishes her eco-friendly They must be carefully uprooted and responsibilities. “I watch the process all the way moved to a fenced-off location outside through,” she declares proudly. This the construction zone, where they are includes, first and foremost, ensuring replanted and marked for eventual reeverything in the construction path – turn. Special precautions are taken to flora, fauna, trees and even boulders ensure the relocation zone remains un– remains pristine. Kutner says this damaged. “We guaranteed the country,” means much of the pre-existing land- says Kutner, “that we will bring everyscape must be temporarily relocated thing back.” while the tunnels are being constructed. Attuned to Subtleties It’s not an easy undertaking. Kutner must be attuned to differences, however subtle, that escape the eye of a casual visitor. Rocks, for instance. Kutner explains that rocks differ depending on whether With nearly two dozen stops, the Jerusalem light rail has they are scattered on changed the way residents work, shop and plan their days. (Photo: James S. Galfund) top of a hill or deep in-
Organizations Upon completion, the NIS 7 billion (approximately $1.8 billion) project will send trains racing across the country through tunnels that at some points will run 118 feet deep and 7.5 miles long. The projected schedule foresees four double-decker trains every 15 minutes during rush hour and two trains during off-peak hours. And, while riders will notice a huge difference in their trip, no one will notice a difference in the surroundings. Vows Israel Railways self-proclaimed green lady: “It will be like we’ve never been here – I promise you.” The “Greater Florida” Israel Bonds office covers all of Florida except for Palm Beach, Miami/Dade and Broward Counties. For more information, contact: Reva Azneer Pearlstein, Assistant Director, 727.539.6445, 800.622.8017 or reva.pearlstein@israelbonds.com Website: www.israelbonds.com
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ounded in 1897, the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA) is the world’s oldest pro-Israel organization. It was instrumental in the Jewish state becoming a reality by mobilizing the support of the U.S. government, Congress and the American public for the creation of Israel. Under the leadership of such illustrious past presidents as Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis and Rabbi Dr. Abba Hillel Silver, ZOA has been on the front lines of Jewish activism. Today, with a national membership of over 30,000, and chapters throughout the United States, ZOA works to strengthen U.S.-Israeli relations through educational activities; by working Capitol Hill; and by combating anti-Israel bias in the media and on college campuses. The local chapter is proactively
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involved with all issues concerning Israel and the worldwide Jewish community. Meetings are held monthly at supporting synagogues in Naples, and feature noted speakers. Past speakers
have included Morton Klein, ZOA National President; Joseph Sabag, Esquire, Regional Director Florida ZOA; Dr. Andrew Bostom, foremost authority on Islamic anti-Semitism; Chaim Silberstein, President of “Keep Jerusalem United” and an expert on land development in Jerusalem; and Mr. Mat Leisbaum, producer of the movie
City of Hope started 100 years ago as a small tuberculosis sanatorium, a place of healing and compassion for people of all races and religions.
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documentary Israel Inside, How a Small Nation Makes A Big Difference. Upcoming programs will include speakers such as Dr. Stephen Steinlight, Senior Policy Analyst at the Center for Immigration Studies. The local chapter maintains a speakers guild available to speak to community organizations about Israel advocacy issues. ZOA is an ecumenical organization open to the public and seeks new membership from all who are interested in supporting the State of Israel. For more information, to be added to the local mailing list or to arrange to have a ZOA presentation for your organization, contact: Jerry Sobel, Chapter President, 239.597.0855 or jerrysobel@aol.com
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he Technion - Israel Institute of Technology is one of Israel’s top engineering universities and recently ranked in the top 25 engineering schools in the world. It’s the only university in Israel with a department of aerospace engineering, and one of only 25 engineering universities in the world with a medical school. The Technion is also home to three Nobel Laureates. In 2011, Distinguished Professor Dan Shechtman won the Nobel Prize in chemistry for his discovery of quasicrystals – an entirely new form of matter. He joined an elite group of top scientists and researchers whose work has changed the world. The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology commands a worldwide reputation for its pioneering work in computer science, nanotechnology, biotechnology, energy, water-resource
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management, medicine, drug development and aerospace. Founded in 1924, the Technion is Israel’s oldest institution of higher learning. It has been closely linked with the country’s development, providing the education and expertise that built its infrastructure, created its military might and turned the desert into orange groves. Today, it is Israel’s primary source for the scientists, engineers and applied research that drive its technology-based economy and secures its citizens against terrorism. Each June, it offers a world class mission to visit the campus. This year’s trip will visit Spain before continuing on to Israel. The Naples Chapter of the American Technion Society (ATS) brings professors and students to the community to talk about their work and
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Organizations this extraordinary institution of higher education. The chapter offers a monthly lecture series from November through April, with plenty of opportunities to meet and chat one-on-one with visiting scientists and teachers from the university. This season’s lectures will be held at the Vineyards Country Club, on January 25, February (date/speaker TBD), March 14 and April 17. The lectures are chaired by L.C. Goldman, and the cover price for all is $20 per person. To be added to the mailing list, please call Mr. Goldman at 239.592.5884. For more about ATS programs and missions to Israel, contact: Jennifer Singer, Chapter Director, 941.378.1500 or jennifer@ats.org Website: www.ats.org
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merican Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA) supports the lifesaving work of Magen David Adom (MDA) in Israel and represents MDA in the U.S. MDA is Israel’s only governmentmandated ambulance and emergency
medical response organization. A team of professionals and trained volunteers use state-of-the-art technology to provide all of Israel’s population with pre-hospital emergency medical needs including disaster, ambulance and blood services. MDA’s National Blood Services Center provides 100% of the blood requirements of the Israel Defense Forces and 95% of the blood needs
of Israel’s hospitals and the general population. MDA’s fleet of 800 MDA ambulances and Mobile Intensive Care Units are on call 24/7, operating from 119 Emergency Medical Stations and 11 dispatch stations throughout Israel, logging almost ten million miles annually, and caring for all of Israel’s 7.8 million people. AFMDA gives Americans firsthand looks into MDA operations by organizing site visits in Israel where they can meet with MDA staff, volunteers and young American overseas volunteers. AFMDA also offers supporters opportunities to raise funds in Florida through community and online campaigns such as
bar/bat mitzvah projects and neighborhood ambulances initiatives. For more information, contact: Gila Meriwether, AFMDA Florida Gulf Coast Representative 941.320.9297 – local 800.626.0046 – toll free southeast@afmda.org Website: www.afmda.org
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he Consulate General of Israel, one of nine in the U.S., officially represents the State of Israel in all aspects of Israel’s relations with the government and societies of the State of Florida and Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. The Consulate General is the bridge between Israel and the political and business communities of Florida and Puerto Rico, as well as the media, academia, and the cultural and Jewish communities, with the aim of strength-
ening the bonds between us. The Consular Department serves foreign citizens and provides various services to Israeli citizens. The Consular & Visa Department serves Israeli citizens as well as nonIsraelis with issuing visas and renewing passports. The Israeli House (Bayit Israel) provides a cultural center and connection with Israel for the Israeli community by sponsoring lectures and concerts by Israeli performers.
The office also provides assistance to Israeli and American businesses. For more information, contact: Chaim Shacham, Consul General, 305.925.9400 or paofficer@miami.mfa.gov.il Website: www.consulateisrael.com
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ith the popularity of its Blue Box campaign and tree planting drives, many forget that 111 years ago, Jewish National Fund (JNF) purchased the land that determined the borders of the modern State of Israel. After 1948, JNF helped create new communities in Israel so that Jews from around the world would have a place to call home. Scientists at JNF Resource and Development centers discovered drip irrigation and new means of growing plants under arid conditions, bringing green to the desert. JNF took the leadership role during Israel’s water crisis, building over
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210 reservoirs and water recycling centers, providing water to 1.5 million Israelis every day. JNF planted 250 million trees, created over 1,000 parks and recreational areas, built security roads, and educated students around the world about Israel, the environment, and their connection to the Jewish homeland. Today, JNF is taking a leadership role in developing and strengthening Israel’s final frontier – the Negev. Jewish National Fund is the central address for partnering with the land and people of Israel. Jewish National Fund. For Israel, forever. The Collier County area is served
by the Northern Florida Regional Office. For more information, contact: Uri Smajovits, Regional Director, usmajovits@jnf.org Beth Glickman Morris, Campaign Executive, bmorris@jnf.org 727.536.5263 or 888.563.0099 Website: www.jnf.org Jewish National Fund’s Naples Tree of Life™ Award Dinner Honoring Myra Janco Daniels Thursday, January 17 at 6:00 p.m. at Quail West Golf & Country Club 5950 Burnham Road, Naples
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he strength of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), which has been guarding the State of Israel since it declared independence in 1948, derives from the selfless determination and great capabilities of the young men and women who form it. At the age of 18, these courageous young people join the IDF, promising to uphold the difficult tasks of defending the State of Israel and guaranteeing the safety of those who reside within its borders. The responsibility of the Israeli government is to prepare and train these soldiers and provide them with the necessary tools. Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) has assumed the responsibility of providing these soldiers with love and support in
an effort to ease the burden they carry on behalf of the Jewish community worldwide. In 1981, Friends of the Israel Defense Forces was created as a notfor-profit organization with the mission of providing and supporting social, educational, cultural, and recreational programs and facilities for the young men and women soldiers of Israel who defend the Jewish homeland. It also offers these services to the families of fallen soldiers. FIDF operates through 15 branches around the United States and Latin America, located close to large Jewish communities. Thanks to an expanding donor base and exceptional generosity, FIDF has experienced unprecedented growth over the last few years.
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ince 2000, Israel has been the largest American trading partner in the Middle East – larger than American trade with Saudi Arabia, including U.S. oil imports. Today there are more Israeli companies listed on American securities exchanges than any country after the United States and Canada. America-Israel relations are based
on common values – democracy, free markets and the rule of law. Business is the manifestation of the strong values shared by Americans and Israelis. The Chamber’s mission is to connect American and Israeli businesses, to increase trade and commerce between America and Israel, and to fuel economic growth for both regions. If you would like to become in-
FIDF proudly offers its support to soldiers and their families through a variety of unique and innovative programs. Providing financial aid to soldiers in need, granting academic scholarships to former combat soldiers, helping bereaved families, and sponsoring fun days for combat battalions are just some of their endeavors. Thanks to a low overhead, they ensure the needs of the soldiers are provided in the best possible way. Through FIDF missions to Israel, donors are able to visit bases, meet with soldiers, and tour the country. These opportunities reinforce the significant bond between the Jewish community in the United States, the soldiers of the IDF, and the State of Israel. Contact the Miami Chapter: Dina Ben-Ari, Executive Director, 305.354.8233 or miami@fidf.org Website: www.fidf.org
volved with the Florida-Israel Chamber and learn about membership opportunities, contact: Linda Chase, 954.725.2788 or linda@israeltrade.org
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Jewish Museum of Florida
David Levy Yulee brought Florida into statehood in 1845 and served as Florida's first Jewish U.S. Senator.
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Come discover 250 years of unique Florida history through the core exhibit, MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida 1763-Present. Housed in two internationally acclaimed restored historic former synagogues, the Museum also offers intriguing temporary art and history exhibits for Jews to retrieve and preserve memories to help ensure Jewish continuity. Also visit the Orovitz Museum Store for one-of-a-kind gifts and keepsakes, and have a nosh in Bessie’s Bistro.
2012 Through 2013 Exhibition Schedule • • • • • •
Ongoing Core Exhibition........................................MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida –1763 to the Present Thru January 27, 2013.........From Home to Home: Jewish Immigration to America (Children’s Exhibit) Thru March 17, 2013 .................................................................................................Project Mah Jongg February 12 – May 5, 2013....................................................Miami Mosaic: Portraits by Inez Hollande April 9 – September 15, 2013 ........................................................................Bat Mitzvah Comes of Age May 21 – October 20, 2013 ............................................................................Miami Salsa by Carol Fryd 301 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 Tel: 305-672-5044
For a complete list of the Museum's programs and special events, please visit www.jewishmuseum.com. Open daily: 10am–5pm, except Mondays, Jewish and Civil holidays. The Museum is supported by individual contributions, foundations, memberships and grants from the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners and the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council.
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JC, established in 1906 by a small group of American Jews deeply concerned about pogroms aimed at Russian Jews, determined that the best way to protect Jewish populations in danger would be to work towards a world in which all peoples were accorded respect and dignity. AJC is the global advocate for the well-being of the Jewish people and for the advancement of democratic values for all. For more than 100 years, AJC has sought to advance the peace and security of the Jewish people around the world. Through high-level diplomacy, strong legislative advocacy, and effective interreligious and interethnic coalitions, AJC has made a significant impact on issues critical to the Jewish people. With key relationships at the regional, national and international levels – from diplomats, to global decision-makers and community leaders – AJC is the preeminent global Jewish advocate. AJC’s West Coast Florida Regional Office, located in Sarasota, is one of 26 regional offices in the United States. In addition, AJC has offices in 20 foreign countries. For more information, contact: Brian Lipton, Regional Director, 941.365.4955 or liptonb@ajc.org Website: www.ajc.org
Advocacy Groups Anti-Defamation American Israel League Public Affairs he Anti-Defamation League Committee (ADL) has been on the frontline
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of fighting anti-Semitism, racism and all forms of hatred in America and abroad for the last 100 years. As one of the nation’s leading civil rights agencies and advocates for Israel, ADL is commemorating its 100th anniversary in 2013. A leader in the development of materials, programs and services, ADL builds bridges of communication, understanding and respect among diverse groups, carrying out its mission through a network of 30 Regional and Satellite Offices in the U.S. and abroad. Anti-Semitism in Florida is not a history lesson; it’s a current event. As the 9-1-1 for the Jewish community in Florida, the ADL Florida office serves as the primary resource for victims of anti-Semitism. The ADL Florida office delivers anti-bias education programs to educators and students; trains law enforcement about hate crimes; safeguards civil rights; confronts anti-Semitism on college campuses; provides security seminars to religious institutions; fields discrimination complaints; and advocates for Israel. For more information, contact: 561.988.2900 or florida@adl.org Website: www.adl.org
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IPAC’s mission is to strengthen the ties between the United States and its ally Israel. As America’s leading pro-Israel lobby, AIPAC works with Democrats, Republicans and Independents to enact public policy that enhances the U.S.-Israel relationship. From promoting peace between Israel and its neighbors to facilitating U.S.-Israel exchanges of expertise and collaborating on technology, science and agricultural products, AIPAC is there to encourage the close working relationship between the countries. AIPAC’s staff and citizen activists educate decision makers about the bonds that unite the United States and Israel and how it is in America’s best interest to help ensure that the Jewish state is safe, strong and secure. AIPAC empowers pro-Israel activists of all ages, religions and races to be politically engaged and build relationships with members of Congress from both sides of the aisle to promote the U.S.-Israel relationship. While building support in Washington is essential, AIPAC is found wherever the future of the relationship could be affected. That’s why AIPAC professionals engage leaders in synagogues and churches and within the African American and Hispanic communities. AIPAC also works on hundreds of college and high school campuses, empowering student activists to answer Israel’s detractors and educating them about how to use political involvement to build support for Israel. For more information, contact: Jacki Waksman, AIPAC’s North & Central Florida Area Director, 954.653.9053 or jwaksman@aipac.org Website: www.aipac.org
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he Simon Wiesenthal Center is a global Jewish human rights organization that confronts anti-Semitism, hate and terrorism; promotes human rights and dignity; stands with Israel; defends the safety of Jews worldwide; and teaches the lessons of the Holocaust for future generations. With a constituency of more than 400,000 households in the United States, it is accredited as an NGO at international organizations including the United Nations, UNESCO and the Council of Europe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the Simon Wiesenthal Center maintains offices in New York, Toronto, Miami, Paris, Buenos Aires and Jerusalem. For over 25 years, the Southern Region has represented the Simon Wiesenthal Center in Florida, other southern states, as well as Puerto Rico
and the Caribbean. With an extraordinary network of lay leaders, the Southern Region promotes and supports the Center’s mission through outreach, education, social action and media awareness. Extensive activities and programs are offered throughout the Southern Region, including: Annual Dinners that honor local individuals for their achievements and commitment to the Center’s core values. The dinners also serve as an opportunity to meet distinguished speakers who represent the leading voices of current events. Film premieres and screenings from the Center’s two-time Academy Award™-winning Moriah Films division, including titles such as Winston Churchill: Walking With Destiny, Against the Tide, Genocide, and The Long Way Home
Organizations Special lectures and forums Educational programs Media awareness through press releases and article distribution on human rights issues The Southern Region promotes the educational arms of the Simon Wiesenthal Center through its Museum of Tolerance Los Angeles, Museum of Tolerance New York and soon-to-be built Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem. Funds raised by the Southern Region help support the critical work of the Simon Wiesenthal Center and all of its divisions around the world. For more information, to get involved, or support the Center’s important work, please contact: Rabbi Meyer H. May, Exec. Dir., rabbimay@wiesenthal.com Website: www.wiesenthal.com/southernus
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Focus on Youth The PJ Library
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he PJ Library, a widely acclaimed national Jewish children’s book gifting program, made its debut in Collier County in October 2011. The PJ Library is funded by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation in partnership with Jewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida and local community donors. In 2009, The PJ Library was selected by Slingshot as one of the 50 most innovative Jewish programs in North America. What does The PJ Library do? Since December 2005, The PJ Library program has been mailing, free-of-charge, monthly Jewish books and music CDs to families with young children. In our community, the children can range from 6 months to 8 years. These books and CDs encourage families to explore Jewish culture together. All books are chosen for their potential to inspire parent-child moments and memories. They can be humorous, and they can be poignant. They range in titles from No Matzah for Me! to King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. Books can be used to spark discussions about
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BYO, the leading pluralistic teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences, is here in Naples. The high school chapters, Negev AZA (males) and Sabbaba BBG (females), are set up and planning many events for Jewish teens in the upcoming months. The BBYO Connect program for 6th th - 8 graders is also up and running. BBYO in Naples is a collabora-
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differing faiths and cultures in a way that children can understand. One of the most important aspects of The PJ Library program is that it creates a portal into the Jewish community for families with children, no matter their religious affiliation. In fact, one of the goals of the program is to bring Jewish families who have no affiliation at all into the Jewish community. Jewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida continues to develop The PJ Library locally – 129 children are currently enrolled. To register your child, visit www.pjlibrary. org. For more information, contact: Jackie Faffer, JFCS Executive Director, 239.325.4444 or jfaffer@jfcsswfl.org tion of the Jewish Federation of Collier County, Temple Shalom, Beth Tikvah, Chabad of Naples, and BBYO, Inc., with the goal of providing a community Jewish teen experience that all Jewish teens in Naples can be a part of. For more information or to get involved in AZA/BBG and Connect, please contact: Dara Baer, BBYO Naples Associate, 239.325.1428 or dbaer@bbyo.org
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Jewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida thanks these PJ Library Donors and Community Partners for helping make this exciting dream a reality! PJ Library Donors: Coleman Foundation Federation Media Group Dr. Mort & Myra Friedman Estelle & Stuart Price Janet & Howard Solot Linda & Jerry Wainick Ellen & Ed Wollman PJ Library Community Partners: Beth Tikvah of Naples Chabad Jewish Center of Naples Temple Shalom
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emple Shalom Preschool specializes in Early Childhood Jewish education for 2- to 5year-olds. The outstanding staff is dedicated to nurturing and encouraging children to grow and learn academically, socially and spiritually. The Preschool is the recipient of a Gold Seal of Excellence from the Florida Department of Children and Families, and boasts state-of-the-art classrooms, a children’s library, art room, computer room, music room, beautiful playground, indoor gym, and Professor Einstein’s Science Laboratory – the only preschool science lab in Naples. The preschool program considers each child’s individual needs while providing a loving and supportive environment in which they are able to learn more about themselves and their world. Students are prepared for the academic and social requirements of kindergarten,
and provided a wide range of learning opportunities and experiences. In addition to the classroom activities, the children participate in ageappropriate special classes that include music, art, movement, storytelling, computers and foreign language. Preschoolers and their families participate in a wide range of mitzvah projects throughout the year. For more information, contact: Seyla Cohen, Preschool Director, 239.455.3227 or scohen@naplestemple.org Website: www.naplestemple.org
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emple Shalom’s Mommy and Me and More classes are geared for children from birth to preschool age. In addition to the rewards inherent in spending time with your little one, Mommy and Me classes foster the development of critical developmental and learning skills, help to build cognitive and reasoning skills, improve fine and gross motor movements, and encourage socialization. Young children become accustomed to learning in a stress-free, fun-filled, loving and structured setting, and look forward to the preschool experience. Both mom and baby benefit from learning in a program filled with music, movement and fun! Each 45-minute session provides valuable skills for children and practical advice for parents. For more information, contact: Seyla Cohen, Preschool Director, 239.455.3227 or scohen@naplestemple.org
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reschool of the Arts is a young, state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Naples. It has rapidly grown into a warm community with a youthful and active spirit. The diverse, inclusive school welcomes families from all religious backgrounds, as well as those who are non-affiliated. Although young, the Preschool has already been the recipient of the 2012 Champion Choice Award for the best childcare in this area. The school’s philosophy is that children are more productive and happy learners when they are in a calm, comfortable and attractive space. Classrooms have a reading loft, dramatic play area, writing corner, and blocks center. The preschool provides a nurturing environment where children grow
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and develop physically, socially, emotionally and cognitively. The carefully crafted program is designed to provide children with the early foundation and framework necessary for the transition to elementary school and beyond. Children learn science, math, social studies, literacy, the arts, Judaic studies and moral values through an integrated approach to education. The school also offers music, gymnastics, little chefs and Shabbat celebrations. The playground offers a wide array of outdoor equipment and activities as well as a sun-sheltered area. Indoors, students meet in the new Studio of the Arts area for the MyGym program, performing and visual arts, or to snuggle into a mini-library with a good book. Preschool of the Arts is a Voluntary
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Pre-Kindergarten Provider (VPK); the program is for children ages 18 months to 5 years. School hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care is available. Two, three and five-day programs (full and half-day) are available. For more information, contact: Ettie Zaklos, Director, 239.263.2620 or naplespreschoolofthearts@gmail.com www.naplespreschoolofthearts.com
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Hebrew/Religious Schools Chabad of Naples Hebrew School
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t Chabad, the richness and beauty of our Jewish traditions come to life with dynamic programs to educate, stimulate and excite children. In addition to comprehensive Bar and Bat Mitzvah instruction, Chabad believes that every child’s Jewish learning must be creative, memorable and fun. Chabad instructors share their own love and passion for Jewish life with boys and girls who not only love to learn about Judaism, they also learn to love Judaism. By awakening Jewish pride and creating spiritual connections that last a lifetime, Chabad’s friendly and inclusive policy means every child is welcome, regardless of affiliation, religious observance or prior knowledge. The diverse student body provides a setting where every child will be comfortable and able to learn at a relaxed pace.
The fun, hands-on curriculum covers Jewish traditions, heritage, history and culture. The Hebrew reading curriculum is based on the internationally acclaimed Aleph Champ program, which has been proven to be the most effective method of teaching Hebrew reading and writing. The Judaic studies curriculum is composed of material culled from award-winning educational programs such as ToraPedia, Jewish Lifecycles and Lessons in Hebrew Holidays. Highly motivated teachers have a proven track record of caring, devotion and academic expertise. Every child enjoys individual attention from instructors who are carefully selected for their abilities to connect with, appropriately assess, and cater to the needs of each student.
The goal extends beyond giving students the basic skills and knowledge they need in preparation for their Bar or Bat Mitzvahs. Chabad creates a solid foundation of love for Jewish living and learning that will serve your children for the rest of their lives. Chabad Hebrew School is for children ages 5-13 and meets Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact: Ettie Zaklos, Educational Director, 239.263.2620 or ettie@chabadnaples.com
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eth Tikvah’s Religious School meets on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. until noon and on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Because the program is small, students benefit from individual attention. The Youth Education chair is Phil Jason. Aviva Chorny now directs the program, and she shares teaching duties with Julie Levine and Mallory Duboff. Rabbi Ammos Chorny is also actively engaged in youth education. All are highly qualified, energetic and inventive professionals who have been teaching Jewish youth for many years. Mrs. Chorny focuses on the youngest learners, while Mrs. Levine focuses on the older group. Ms. Duboff specializes in Jewish prayer and music. All have strength in Hebrew.
Beth Tikvah takes advantage of community expertise, bringing in volunteer instructors on subjects ranging from archeology to medical and legal ethics to present-day Israel. Its three learning groups serve younger, intermediate and older students. Participants benefit from computer-based learning sessions, accessing Internet resources that they can share and continue to explore at home. Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation is available. The broad goals for all learners include: • Developing a keen sense of one’s place among the Jewish people, whether defined as a culture, a religion or nation • Learning about ancient and modern Israel
• Participating in a year-long study of “The Jewish Life-Cycle” • Selecting and carrying out community service/social action projects in the spirit of Tikkun Olam • Building skills in, and commitment to, religious observance, and discovering keys to spirituality and community through study, participation and enhanced awareness of Jewish values and traditions • Participating in Jewish music and song A six-page curriculum overview is available upon request or from the synagogue website at www.bethtikvah naples.org. For more information, contact: Phil Jason, Vice President, 239.598.2880
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Hebrew/Religious Schools Temple Shalom Religious School
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he Temple Shalom Religious School provides a happy, positive and creative atmosphere for Jewish learning. Children develop a strong and positive Jewish identity and acquire knowledge of Jewish culture, ethics and values, and gain familiarity with ritual and liturgy in the context of Reform Judaism. Temple Shalom recognizes each child’s uniqueness and strives to meet his or her needs while providing a hands-on learning environment of Judaism and Jewish culture, enabling children to become devoted, committed and well-informed Jews. Temple Shalom offers a once-a-week program for grades Pre-K-2 and 8-10, twice a week for grades 3-7, and monthly for grades 11-12. The program includes the following: • Orientation to the various concepts of God, prayer and worship in contemporary Judaism • Knowledge of the stories of the Bible and their interpretation for our daily lives • Familiarity with Jewish holidays, their origins, traditions and celebrations • Presentation of Jewish ethics and their relationship to our Jewish life cycles, including the Jewish family and home, the Religious School and temple, other synagogues in the community and the non-Jewish community • Knowledge of Jewish heroes and history, and the development of the State of Israel • Appreciation of Jewish art, music and literature
• Knowledge and fluency of the Hebrew language and prayers • Development of a personal value system through discussions and studies of current issues • Assuring our children a sense of security, confidence and self-worth in themselves and their religious beliefs • Raising Jewish consciousness and helping children integrate that awareness into their daily lives and their communities through social action For more information, contact: Caren Plotkin, Religious School Director, 239.455.2233 or cplotkin@naplestemple.org
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riendship Circle of Naples is based on the idea that within each person is a soul, regardless of any limitations or challenges that may surround it – and that soul is sacred and worthy of boundless love. Friendship Circle is a non-profit organization that provides programs and support to the families of individuals with special needs, and enables volunteers to reap the rewards of selfless giving. The unique program pairs, children with special needs with caring, dedicated teenage volunteers, providing friendship, support and encouragement. The volunteers also provide support and respite care to the families. An added bonus is helping the teenage volunteers increase sensitivity, competence and commitment to community service. As part of Friendship Circle of Naples, the teenage volunteers make weekly visits to the homes of children with special needs, as well as other programs and activities. If you know a child with special needs or a teenager who would like to volunteer, please call: Chabad, 239.262.4474
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Camps Chabad of Naples Camp Gan Israel
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amp Gan Israel (CGI) is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. CGI is dedicated to enriching the lives of boys and girls from diverse backgrounds and affiliations. The camp, located in the heart of Naples, enjoys a well-deserved reputation as a trendsetter with creative programming. Campers participate in a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm, upbeat environment. CGI prides itself on its exceptional staff, chosen for their warmth, sensitivity and caring. Experienced counselors are well-trained in safety. Each counselor is a role model, promising children lasting friendships and guidance. An indication of the close bond between campers and counselors is the tearful good-byes on the last day. Exciting field trips include travel
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habad’s Summer of the Arts is a comprehensive, integrative program offering boys and girls ages 18 months - 5 years old a full menu of various creative arts and educational themes in a safe, multi-sensory and Jewish-spirited setting. Each week, the program presents a multitude of opportunities for children to experience music, arts and crafts, performing arts, tae kwon do, baking, sports, gymnastics and science through exciting, stimulating hands-on activities. Accompanied by a loving and dedi-
to cool places twice a week: Zoomers, Bamboozles, Chuck E. Cheese’s, SunN-Fun Lagoon, Pump It Up and more! Campers enjoy swimming twice a week in the large outdoor pools in the area, under constant supervision of certified lifeguards. Safety is the camp’s primary concern. Supervised by an experienced coach, campers develop sportsmanship, athletic skills and the confidence to enjoy a variety of sports, including basketball, soccer and volleyball.
CGI campers experience a wide variety of activities, tailored to their age groups and interests. From scavenger hunts to jewelry design, from science to tae kwon do, professional instructors help children acquire new skills and have fun in the process. Camp Gan Israel: Ages 5-13 June 24 - July 19 For more information, contact: Ettie Zaklos, Director, 239.263.2620 Website: www.cginaples.com
cated trained staff, the children enjoy daily outdoor and water play, with access to shelter from the sun. Kosher lunches are available daily, and each Friday, campers participate in a challah baking workshop and interactive Shabbat party. The camp spirit and unique blend of activities taught by nurturing teachers and professional instructors make Summer of the Arts the perfect setting for a Naples preschooler. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday from June 10 to July 19. Extended care is available upon request.
For more information or to schedule a tour, call: Ettie Zaklos, Director, 239.263.2620
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reschoolers rule at Temple Shalom’s Camp Shalom where an outstanding 7-week summer program is provided specifically for children ages two through five. Returning campers look forward to a wide range of exciting experiences, and new participants anxiously await the fun. There’s something to capture everyone’s interest. Campers participate
in water play, dancing, arts and crafts, performing arts, foreign language, science and music, exercising their creativity, imaginations, talents and funny bones! Camp Shalom makes the Naples’ summer a gift to the preschool population. Whether they are playing in water or sand or are covered in paint, they are enjoying the company of friends and
the love and caring of fabulous teachers and wonderful assistants who engage the children in fun games and exploration in a safe environment created just for them. For more information, contact: Seyla Cohen, Preschool Director 239.455.3227 or scohen@naplestemple.org Website: www.naplestemple.org
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amp Einstein is an outstanding academic camp for children five through eight years old. This program involves learning through hands-on games, creative writing and illustrating, and thought-provoking activities, providing a wonderful opportunity for the children to expand their knowledge and continue to learn while having a fun and creative experience. Professor Einstein’s Science Laboratory encourages children to travel through the solar system in a planetarium-like setting – literally walking among the stars – examine and grow plants, research and interact with animals, learn about the human body and anatomy, investigate various ecosystems, discover the world of paleontology and gemology, and perform a vast array of experiments. A six-foot-long salt water aquarium filled with a variety of denizens of the deep provides the opportunity for children to learn about the underwater world. Camp Shalom is designed to fill young minds with wonder and possibility, and insure that learning is a year-round experience. For more information, contact: Seyla Cohen, Preschool Director, 239.455.3227 or scohen@naplestemple.org
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tatistics have shown that our Jewish youth have a much greater sense of, and connectivity to, their Judaism from having attended Jewish summer camps and teen peer group trips to Israel. We recognize this and have established a scholarship fund to encourage and assist families in affording these experiences for their children. The Federation also provides grant support for other youth programs including Birthright Israel and Hillel – The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life nationally and on Florida college and university campuses. Our community’s Jewish Camp/Israel Experience Scholarship Fund is comprised of monies contributed by the Jewish Federation of Collier County, Temple Shalom Sisterhood, Temple Shalom Men’s Club, and some very generous private donors in our community. Partial scholarships are offered for educational programs and experiences in Israel and Jewish summer camps, available for Jewish children residing in Collier County. There is a set amount of money budgeted each year, while the number of applicants varies from year to year. The amount of each scholarship depends on individual need as well as the number of children requesting scholarships. It is our goal to make scholarships available to all eligible applicants. We consider applications for admission to Jewish camps – URJ (Union of Reform Judaism) Camp Coleman, USY (United Synagogue Youth) Camps and all other qualified Jewish camps. The application deadline is November 29, 2013 for summer 2014 activities. Contact the Jewish Federation at 239.263.4205 or your local synagogue for a Scholarship Application.
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or almost five decades, Camp Judaea has been providing a highquality, fun and educational program to children and staff members. Camp Judaea is a leader in the Jewish and Zionist camping world for environmentalism in the Southeast region of the United States. Camp Judaea represents the pluralist American Jewish community and
Camps educates about culture, respect and diversity. Jewish identity building is a core product of the program that translates to future Jewish leaders who take action in the Jewish value of “tikkun olam,” repairing the world. The camp takes advantage of its beautiful setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to provide each camper with an outdoor experience that will heighten his or her appreciation of nature and the
HEY KIDS! What are your plans for the summer of 2014?
Would you like to go to a Jewish Summer Camp or visit Israel?
The Jewish Federation of Collier County, Temple Shalom Sisterhood and Temple Shalom Men’s Club, together offer PARTIAL scholarships for Jewish Summer Camps and the Israel Experience for teens. There are scholarship opportunities for all Jewish children in the community regardless of congregation affiliation. For information and a scholarship application, contact your local synagogue or call the Jewish Federation at 239.263.4205.
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outdoors. All campers accepted, regardless of race, color, age, sex, handicaps, religion or national origin. For more information, call: 404.634.7883 in the winter 828.685.8841 in the summer Website: www.campjudaea.org
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ocated on the edge of the Ocala National Forest, Camp Shalom was established in 1971 by Shelley and David Sokol. The camp is still owned and operated by the Sokols, along with daughter/camp director, Heidi Sokol-Weinstein and son and daughter-in-law/resident owners, Michael and Sarah Sokol. Camp Shalom is the only co-ed (girls and boys, ages 7-16) Jewish overnight camp in Florida. Through the
years, thousands of campers have spent their summers at Camp Shalom, growing, playing and experiencing Jewish values. The opportunities for fun at Camp Shalom are endless. Camper favorites include the sports program, arts & crafts, dance, drama, waterfront, the swimming pool, cooking, music, video game challenges and much more. At the end of the day, every camper goes back to the cabin feeling accomplished and having learned new skills. For more information, contact: 800.279.0401 or CampShalom@aol.com Website: www.campshalom.net
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Camps URJ Camp Coleman
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amp Coleman, a program of the UnionforReformJudaism,serves campers from the Southeast U.S., including Florida. Committed to core values of respect, peace, community and kindness, the camp is a warm and caring community where campers have fun and experience the excite-
ment and warmth of belonging to a Reform Jewish community. Thousands of young people have called Camp Coleman home for more than 40 years. URJ Camp Coleman allows children to live a wholly Jewish life while at camp. Campers can experience Jewish culture and tradition while in a safe,
challenging and fun environment. For more information, contact: 770.671.8971 in the winter 706.865.4111 in the summer campcoleman@urj.org Website: www.coleman.urjcamps.org
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Founded in 1997, Ramah Darom is the newest overnight camp in the national Ramah system. Under the auspices of the Jewish Theological Seminary, Ramah is the camping arm of the Conservative Movement. Camp Ramah provides a religious, educational camp experience designed to inculcate young people with the values, philosophy, rituals and practices of Judaism in all aspects of everyday life. Along with athletics and the arts,
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two private lakes. The camp, established in 1963, serves 1,200 boys and girls throughout the Southeast, including the Sarasota-Manatee area, and 25 states from coast-to-coast. Camp Barney offers every imaginable activity, including water skiing, horseback riding, ropes courses, whitewater rafting, all field/court sports, music, theater, dance, fencing, scuba, and 250 additional activities, programs and trips. Camp Barney has created a unique community that is all
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campers and staff receive meaningful Jewish education in a context that promotes an enduring sense of belonging, friendship and joy. Ramah Darom draws campers from 11 southern states including Florida. For more information, contact: 404.531.0801 in the winter 706.782.9300 in the summer info@ramahdarom.org Website: www.ramahdarom.com
about adventure and self-discovery, exhilarating activities and exciting events, being in a strong culturally Jewish environment (kosher) with special friends, all under the supervision of a handpicked collection of staff. For more information about Camp Barney programs, Family Camps, staff opportunities, or other adventures, please contact: The camp office in Atlanta, 770.395.2554 or summer@campbarney.org Website: www.campbarney.org
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Major community events plus select events from area temples and organizations open to the entire community For up-to-date information on these and other community events, please check the Federation Star newspaper, www.jewishnaples.org, and the individual temple and organization websites.
January 2013
January 5, 7:30 p.m. Saul Stern Cultural Series Naples Philharmonic Brass Quintet A fantasy of pastries follows the program Jewish Cong. of Marco Island Pricing varies 239.642.0800
January 8, 11:30 a.m. Maggie Anton, author of Rashi’s Daughters Luncheon sponsored by Temple Shalom Sisterhood, with presentation by Ms. Anton, introducing her new book, Rav Hisda’s Daughter Temple Shalom Cost: TBA rbutterworth@naplestemple.org
January 6, 2:00 p.m. “The Role of Women in Catholicism and Judaism” Presented by a panel of professional and community leaders; sponsored by the Catholic/Jewish Dialogue of Collier County San Marco Catholic Church Free 239.263.4205
January 9, 7:30 p.m. Zionist Organization of America meeting Guest speaker: Dr. Stephen Steinlight, Senior Policy Analyst at the Center for Immigration Studies in Washington, D.C. $5, includes refreshments Jerry Sobel, jerrysobel@aol.com or Gene Sipe, mrnsrvr@gmail.com
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January 13 Newcomers Brunch Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Collier County Location: TBA Melissa Keel, 239.263.4205 January 13, 2:00 p.m. Readers & Thinkers Group Afternoon of Poetry and Psalms The Eve of St. Agnes led by Pete McCabe St. Agnes Parish Center Free Pete McCabe, 908.763.0495 or Ida Margolis, 239.963.9347 or ReadThinkCollier@gmail.com January 15, 11:30 a.m. Luncheon/Fashion Event Sponsored by Temple Shalom Sisterhood Grey Oaks Country Club Tickets start at $36 jspintman@comcast.net January 15, 5:30 p.m. Planting Seeds for Better Tomorrows An evening to celebrate Jewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida (JFCS) Naples Botanical Garden $200 Jackie Faffer, 239.325.4444 or jfaffer@jfcsswfl.org
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OTHER. We believe that no child should go to bed hungry. That every senior in our community has the right to live with dignity. And that all Jews should be able to live without fear of persecution—anywhere in the world. That’s why the Jewish Federation’s annual fundraising campaign is so important. With your support, we can help people in need, rescue people in danger and keep our Jewish community vibrant and strong. Together we can do extraordinary things to make the world a better place.
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DISCRIMINATE. With millions still out of work, many people in our own community are forced to choose between paying the rent and putting food on the table. That’s why we’re not only expanding our food pantries and meal programs, we’re also offering job training and networking to get people back to work. Today, more people are turning to us for assistance than ever before. Help us ensure that no one is turned away.
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CARE. Every day, thousands of elderly Jews here at home, in Israel and around the world are fed, sheltered and given the care and love they deserve. From emergency financial assistance to medical care to transportation, with your help we can provide every Jewish senior with the help they need to live with dignity.
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Calendar January 16, 2:00 p.m. Middle East Briefing Featuring Eli Groner, Israel’s Minister for Economic Affairs to the United States Sponsored by AIPAC and the Jewish Federation of Collier County Naples Daily News Community Room Jacki Waksman, 954.653.9053 or Melissa Keel, 239.263.4205 January 16, 6:00 p.m. Annual Naples Klezmer Revival Band Concert A Florida Jewish History Month special event Collier County South Regional Library Free 239.252.7542 January 17, 6:00 p.m. JNF Naples Tree of Life Award Dinner Honoring Myra Janco Daniels Quail West Golf and Country Club $250+ Beth Glickman Morris, 800.211.1502 x890 or bmorris@jnf.org
January 20, 6:00 p.m. Naples Jewish Social Club Annual Gala Longshore Lake Country Club $40 members; $45 nonmembers Sondra Greer, 239.353.4468 January 25, 11:30 a.m. Technion Lunch and Lecture Series Guest Speaker: Orit Hazzan Vineyards County Club $20 L.C. Goldman, 239.592.5884 January 25-27 Scholar-in-Residence Speaker: Dr. Joel M. Hoffman Temple Shalom Free Call 239.455.3030 for schedule January 28, 11:30 a.m. Hadassah’s Annual Mah Jongg & Card Party Buffet luncheon and prizes Cypress Woods Golf & Country Club $29 Elaine Soffer, 239.431.7905
January 20, 8:00 a.m. Annual Blood Drive Temple Shalom Jane Perman, permajane@comcast.net
January 29, 6:30 p.m. American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA) event Details TBA
January 20, 9:30 a.m. Mitzvah Day Temple Shalom 239.455.3030
February 2013
January 20, 2:00 p.m. Jewish Film Festival David Bagels and lox at 1:15 p.m. Jewish Cong. of Marco Island $25 239.642.0800
February 3, 2:00 p.m. “The Role of Women in Catholicism and Judaism” Presented by a panel of professional and community leaders; sponsored by the Catholic/Jewish Dialogue of Collier County St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church Free 239.263.4205
February 5, 6:30 p.m. Readers & Thinkers Group Film Presentation Paper Clips - Group discussion led by Marv Weisberg and Felicia Anchor, Chair Tennessee Holocaust Commission St. Agnes Parish Center Free Pete McCabe, 908.763.0495 or Ida Margolis, 239.963.9347 or ReadThinkCollier@gmail.com February 6, 7:30 p.m. Saul Stern Cultural Series Jerusalem Guest speaker Chaim Silberstein Jewish Cong. of Marco Island Pricing varies 239.642.0800 February 10, 5:30 p.m. Hadassah presents “The Borscht Belt Bash” Fun, food, prizes, music and dancing; special honorees: Muriel & Irv Berzon, Karen & Ed Ezrine, and Lynn Weiner The Club at Olde Cypress Lauren Becker, 239.592.5304 or Shelley Skelton, 239.676.3052 February 16, 7:30 p.m. Dinner Theatre Fundraiser, Fiddler on the Roof Temple Shalom Men’s Club Broadway Palms Dinner Theatre $70 Gene Katz, 239.353.5963 February 17, 10:00 a.m. Preschool Safety Day Demonstrations by police, fire department and more; fun, games, pony rides Temple Shalom Free 239.455.3227
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Calendar February 20, 7:30 p.m. Evy Lipp People of the Book Event A community cultural event featuring guest speaker Dr. Daniel Gordis at Temple Shalom; free to members of the Jewish Federation of Collier County (become a member with a minimum contribution of $36 to the Federation campaign) 239.263.4205 February 27, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. WCA Jewelry Show At the Jewish Federation offices Jane Hersch, janehersch@comcast.net
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March 3, 5:00 p.m. Chabad Naples Annual Gala The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort 239.262.4474 March 6, 7:30 p.m. Saul Stern Cultural Series Dead Sea Scrolls Howard Hoffer presents an exciting lecture and multi-media program Jewish Cong. of Marco Island Pricing varies 239.642.0800 March 10, 2:00 p.m. Jewish Film Festival A Bottle in the Gaza Sea Reception following the film Jewish Cong. of Marco Island $25 239.642.0800
presented by Ted Epstein, editor of Connections and the Federation Star Cost: TBA Marina Berkovich, ORTgulfbeaches@ yahoo.com March 17, 3:00 p.m. Beth Tikvah Theater Trip The Whipping Man at Gulfshore Playhouse $40 Phil Jason, 239.598.2880 March 17, 5:15 p.m. Readers & Thinkers Group Book Discussion Sophie Scholl and the White Rose by Annette Dumbach & Jud Newborn; Group discussion led by George A. Blewitt Holocaust Museum & Education Center of SWFL Pete McCabe, 908.763.0495 or Ida Margolis, 239.963.9347 or ReadThinkCollier@gmail.com March 18, 6:00 p.m. Women’s Seder Temple Shalom Social Hall $18 239.455.3030 or info@naplestemple.org
March 14, 11:30 a.m. Technion Lunch and Lecture Series Guest Speakers: Technion Dean and students Vineyards County Club $20 L.C. Goldman, 239.592.5884 March 15, noon ORT Gulf Beaches Chapter Luncheon “Jewish Life in Southwest Florida”
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April 2013
April 14 Israel@65 event Jewish Agency Fair and screening of Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference Sponsored by the Israel Affairs Committee Temple Shalom Melissa Keel, 239.263.4205 April 17, 11:30 a.m. Technion Lunch and Lecture Series Guest Speaker: Dr. Arie Admon Vineyards County Club $20 L.C. Goldman, 239.592.5884
May 2013
May 5, 8:00 a.m. Fed Cup V A golf event at TwinEagles for all skills and ages to benefit young Jewish children and teens to experience Jewish Summer Camp and travel to Israel Jewish Federation of Collier County $136 Kevin Aizenshtat, 239.777.1451 or kevin@cgipnaples.com
In wide array of community In addition additionto toathe wide array of community events throughout the year, the Jewish events throughout the year, the Jewish Federation designed to to Federationoffers offersinitiatives initiatives designed help local families, including: help local families. Stuff like: ÎÎ Partial scholarships for Jewish camps • Camp grants and college scholarships and teen Israel experiences and adult missions to Israel ΕΠTeen Religious education at local synagogues • Senior services & Israel advocacy ÎÎ Naples BBYO Chapters of AZA & BBG
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2013 Candle lighting times for the Naples/Marco Island area: January 4: 5:30 pm January 11: 5:36 pm January 18: 5:41 pm January 25: 5:46 pm February 1: 5:52 pm February 8: 5:57 pm February 15: 6:02 pm February 22: 6:06 pm March 1: 6:10 pm 6:14 pm March 8: March 15: 7:18 pm March 22: 7:21 pm March 25, Eve of First day Passover: 7:22 pm March 26, Eve of Second day Passover: after 8:15 pm 7:24 pm March 29: March 31, Eve of Seventh day Passover: 7:25 pm April 1, Eve of Eighth day Passover: after 8:18 pm 7:28 pm April 5: April 12: 7:31 pm April 19: 7:34 pm April 26: 7:38 pm May 3: 7:42 pm May 10: 7:45 pm May 14, Eve of First day Shavuot: 7:48 pm May 15, Eve of Second day Shavuot: after 8:43 pm 7:49 pm May 17: May 24: 7:53 pm May 31: 7:56 pm June 7: 8:00 pm June 14: 8:02 pm June 21: 8:04 pm June 28: 8:05 pm July 5: 8:05 pm July 12: 8:05 pm July 19: 8:03 pm July 26: 8:00 pm August 2: 7:56 pm 74
August 9: 7:51 pm August 16: 7:45 pm August 23: 7:39 pm August 30: 7:32 pm September 4, Eve of First day Rosh Hashanah: 7:26 pm September 5, Eve of Second day Rosh Hashanah: a fter 8:18 pm September 6: 7:24 pm September 13, Eve of Yom Kippur: 7:16 pm September 18, Eve of First day Sukkot: 7:11 pm September 19, Eve of Second day Sukkot: after 8:02 pm September 20: 7:09 pm September 25, Eve of Shemini 7:03 pm Atzeret: September 26, Eve of Simchat after 7:54 pm Torah:
September 27: 7:01 pm October 4: 6:53 pm October 11: 6:46 pm October 18: 6:39 pm October 25: 6:33 pm November 1: 6:27 pm November 8: 5:23 pm November 15: 5:20 pm November 22: 5:18 pm November 29: 5:17 pm December 6: 5:17 pm December 13: 5:19 pm December 20: 5:21 pm December 27: 5:25 pm
2013 (5773/5774) Holidays Holidays start at sundown on the evening before the dates listed. Tu B’Shevat: January 26 (Saturday) Purim: February 24 (Sunday) Passover (Pesach): March 26 (Tuesday) Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah): April 7 (Sunday) Israel Memorial Day (Yom HaZikaron): April 15 (Monday) Israel Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut): April 16 (Tuesday) Lag B’Omer: April 28 (Sunday) Shavuot: May 15 (Wednesday) Tisha B’Av: July 16 (Tuesday) Rosh HaShanah 5774: September 5 (Thursday) Yom Kippur: September 14 (Saturday) Sukkot: September 19 (Thursday) Shemini Atzeret: September 26 (Thursday) Simchat Torah: September 27 (Friday) Hanukkah (Chanukah): November 28 (Thursday)
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Directory of Advertisers Agencies/Organizations
Real Estate
American Technion Society 22 City of Hope 54 Israel Bonds 77 Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays 56
Beth Shaw Adelman, Boca Executive Realty 23 Kevin Aizenshtat, Gulf Coast Int’l. Properties 13 Arline Bauer, Downing-Frye Realty, Inc. 20 Sharon Cohan & Lee Blackston, Prudential 58 Diane Freeman, Baird & Warner 49 Ben Skelton, Islandwalk Realty of Naples 56 Ellie Taylor, John R. Wood Realtors 33 Debbie Zvibleman, John R. Wood Realtors 46
Attorneys
Zelman & Hanlon, P.A. 30
Attractions
Naples Fort Myers Greyhound Track 23
Schools
Preschool of the Arts 3 Temple Shalom Preschool 65
Entertaining
The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples Catering 17
Senior Living Alternatives
Financial
Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh 29 The Carlisle 1 Terracina Grand 4 Vi at Bentley Village 2
21st Century c.a.r.e 36
Funeral Homes
Fuller Funeral Home 39 Hodges Funeral Home 38
Senior Services
Health/Medical Services
BR Consulting Group 35 Comfort Keepers 53 Senior Choice at Home 51 VITAS Innovative Hospice Care 27
Collier Dental Studio 58 Dermatology & Dermasurgery of Naples 11 Dr. William Ertag, Adult Neurologic Care 40 Kathy Feinstein M.S., LMHC 21 Dr. Steven Goldberg, Orthopaedic Surgery 15 Dr. David Greene, Florida Sinus Institute 61 Gulfcoast Foot & Ankle Center, Inc. 46 Dr. Gary Layton, DDS 32 Pain Checker™ Health Wear 37 Specialists in Urology Back Cover
Synagogues
Beth Tikvah 55 Chabad Jewish Center of Naples 3 Jewish Congregation of Marco Island 18 Naples Jewish Congregation 52 Temple Shalom Inside Back Cover
Theatres
Home & Design
Gulfshore Playhouse 16
Clive Daniel Home 28 Coni Mar Designs 37 Grand Woodworking Inside Front Cover
Museums
Transportation
Call Saul, Your Personal Driver, LLC 36 Classic Transportation 40
Holocaust Museum & Education Center of SWFL 47 Jewish Museum of Florida 59
Opticians
VanBuskirk Opticians 25
Photography/Graphic Design Lynn Teichman 20
Printing
Naples Envelope & Printing 43
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Video & Audio Production ABG World 31
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Index Adult education 30-33 American Friends of Magen David Adom 56 American Israel Public Affairs Committee 60 American Jewish Committee 60 American Technion Society 56 Anti-Defamation League 60 Arts & Culture 14-29 BBYO Naples 62 Bereavement Support Group 35 Beth Tikvah of Naples 43 Beth Tikvah’s Youth Education program 64 Bingo 25 Calendar 70-74 Calendar of live events at local theaters 16-17 Camp Einstein 67 Camps 66-69 Candle lighting times 74 Cardozo Society 48 Catholic/Jewish Dialogue 12 Cemeteries 38 Chabad of Naples Jewish Community Center 42 Chabad of Naples Camp Gan Israel 66 Chabad of Naples Hebrew School 64 Community events 70-73 Community Relations Committee 12-13 Community services 34-39 Consulate General of Israel for Florida & Puerto Rico 56 eNewsletter 11 Evy Lipp People of the Book Cultural Event 15 FGCU Center for Judaic, Holocaust, & Genocide Studies 27 Fed Cup golf tournament 24 Federation Star newspaper 14 Film 18-19 Florida Israel Chamber 58 Friends of the Israel Defense Forces 58 Friendship Circle 65 Funeral homes & cemeteries 38 Generations of the Shoah - SWFL (GenShoah) 49 Hadassah 46 Health & Support Programs 36 Holocaust Museum & Education Center of SWFL 28 Holocaust Studies 27 Human Needs Award 12 Humanistic Jewish Havurah 48 Israel Affairs Committee 12 Israel Connection 52-58 Israeli dancing 25 Jewish Congregation of Marco Island 44 Jewish Family & Community Services of SWFL 34-35 76
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Jewish Federation of Collier County 8-13 Jewish Film Festival 18-19 Jewish Heritage Video Collection 24 Jewish Historical Society of SWFL 49 Jewish holidays 74 Jewish Museum of Florida 29 Jewish National Fund 57 Jewish War Veterans 48 Jewish Women International 50 Jewish Women’s Circle 33 Judaica shops 46 Kosher food 39 Life Cycle resources 38 Mah Jongg 25 Men’s Cultural Alliance 21 Museums 28-29 Naples Jewish Caring Support Group 37 Naples Jewish Congregation 45 Naples Jewish Social Club 50 National Council of Jewish Women 49 National Yiddish Book Center 44 Organizations 46-61 ORT America 47 Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays 50 People of the Book Cultural Event 15 The PJ Library® 62 Preschool of the Arts 63 Readers & Thinkers Group 24 Religious Life 40-45 Saul I. Stern Cultural Series 26 Scholarship Programs 67-68 Schools 63-65 Senior services 37 Simon Wiesenthal Center 60 State of Israel Bonds 52-53 Summer of the Arts 66 Synagogues 41-45 Temple Shalom 40-41 Temple Shalom Camp Shalom 67 Temple Shalom Mommy & Me 63 Temple Shalom Preschool 63 Temple Shalom Religious School 65 Therapy/Support Group 35 VITAS Innovative Hospice Care® 37 Volunteering 35 Women’s Cultural Alliance 20-21 Yiddish Club of Naples 32 Zionist Organization of America 54
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