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VOL. 42, NUMBER 1 - SEPTEMBER 2016, AV-ELUL5776
FOSTERING COMMITMENT AND RESOURCES WHICH STRENGTHEN AND ENRICH JEWISH LIFE LOCALLY, NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY
From Greensboro to Israel Summer Experiences to Remember
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his past summer, thirteen women from the Greensboro Jewish community had the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Israel. A group of eleven women participated in the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project MOMentum Trip. Federation leader Mamie Todaro traveled on the JFNA Young Leadership Mission and Hillel professional Corie Hampton took part in Hillel International’s Pardes Summer Institute. Each woman’s journey through Israel was different and meaningful in its own way.
Mamie Todaro speaks to her group in Kidmat Tzvi.
We asked them to share a bit about the powerful experiences they had in Israel this summer in the reflections below and throughout this issue of Shalom Greensboro. It is important to not only live an active Jewish life within your community, but to do what you can to help other Jewish communities. We are ONE family, regardless of where we live or even if we will never meet. Tracy Simon, JWRP MOMentum Trip What I experienced in Israel was a deepened connection with the Holy Land and my spirituality as a Jewish woman and mother. JWRP says “Inspire a woman, you inspire a family. Inspire enough families, you inspire a community. Inspire enough communities, you can change the world." Erica Herman, JWRP MOMentum Trip
GJF 2016 MOMentum Group Visit to the Kotel - Front row: Emily Kranz, Paula Justice, Maeve Kaplan, Erica Herman, Heather Gert. Back row: Tracy Simon, Susan Strumwasser, Sheryl Miller, Barbara Osborne, Emily Gray, Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding.
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Corie Hampton (bottom right) studies Jewish texts as part of the Pardes Summer Institute.
Page 3 - Meet the 2017 Campaign Chairs
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Page 5 - Remembering Tobee Kaplan, z"l Page 9 – Where the Money Goes
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How Mamie Todaro Became Known as the Rabbi of Bus #2 in Israel By Mamie Todaro
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or years in our community, it was known that the first row at Temple Emanuel was reserved for Morah Mamie’s 7th grade religious school class on Bar/Bat Mitzvah Saturday mornings. My students and I, whether we were seven or fifteen, always squeezed together to celebrate together as one. On July 7, 2016 - Rosh Chodesh Tamuz - I would turn the tables and become the student and not the teacher. On this particular day, I became a Bat Mitzvah along with other adult participants in an ancient synagogue in Kidmat Tzvi, Israel. I have been asked if becoming a Bat Mitzvah was a particularly moving experience, however, I firmly believe that helping others prepare for theirs and seeing the pride in their eyes was truly more fulfilling. On this particular Young Leadership mission, I became known as the Rabbi of Bus #2 after my Bat Mitzvah and I thought it fitting to share parts of my speech with the community. “I am blessed to share this experience with another woman on the Bima on this particular day. Just this morning, Women of the Wall conducted prayer services at the Kotel for Rosh Chodesh and it is my hope that one day there will be women praying at the Kotel with a Torah scroll without persecution because I believe everyone should have the opportunity to connect with their Judaism in a way that is personally meaningful. As a religious school teacher I taught my girls to lay tefillin and the laws of traditional Judaism so they could choose with an open mind. If you are never given the tools, you can never build your own house. “This afternoon we read the Rosh Chodesh parasha which speaks of sacrifice. As I look around at all eighty of us, everyone in this room has sacrificed something to be here this week, whether you took a week off of work (some of
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us brought our work with us), you are away from your children or you made significant financial sacrifices to be here. It is my hope that as our trip has progressed, you have found the motivation behind your current sacrifices and will continue them when we return to the United States. I’ve had conversations with some of you on the bus where you’ve told me ‘I don’t know where to start and I can’t afford to give more money.' Your local Federation not only needs your donations, but they also need your volunteered time - envelopes don’t stuff and sticker themselves. Please reach out and ask about volunteer organizations that your Federation supports, you will be surprised at the array of opportunities in your area.” The Shabbat following my Bat Mitzvah I would lead a service in the hotel lobby that we called the “Progressive Reform” service lasting less than thirty minutes under the premise of “starting where the people are.” It was a very small group of people but this little congregation provided a form of Judaism that was right for its congregants. If I had to pick one experience on the trip that had a profound effect on me, it would be this. There are no words to describe the ability to bring the beauty of Shabbat to those around you. Mamie Todaro currently serves on the Greensboro Jewish Federation Board of Trustees and has served as Telethon Co-Chair for the past two years. Mamie is active in J-Triad and the Young Leadership Division of GJF and she recently completed the JFNA Young Leadership Mission to Israel in July.
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From the Campaign Trail - Meet our 2017 Campaign Chairs Dana Schleien, Women’s Campaign Chair
Health in Greensboro, was a past chair of the Greensboro Day School Lower School Advisory Board, and most recently served on Temple Dana Schleien, Women’s Emanuel’s Board of Campaign Chair, moved to Trustees as Membership Greensboro 20 years ago Chair, including a with her husband, Stuart, term on the Executive and daughters, Jenna and Committee. Currently, Alexa. Over the years, Dana she teaches pre-school at has volunteered for the Temple Emanuel’s Early Greensboro Jewish Federation; Childhood Engagement serving on the Women’s Center. When not on the Cabinet Executive Committee, playground, Dana can soliciting for the Women’s be found on the tennis Campaign, chairing the Triad Dana Schleien, courts, at the movies, Jewish Film Festival, and 2017 Women's playing mah jongg with coordinating Mobile Meals Campaign Chair friends, or enjoying time delivery efforts. In addition, with her family. she co-chaired the Hadassah Walk for
John Cohen, Men’s Campaign Chair John Cohen, Men’s Campaign Chair, is the son of past Federation President, Lawrence Cohen and a lifelong resident of Greensboro. He became a Bar Mitzvah at Temple Emanuel under the tutelage of Rabbi Joe Asher. John is married to Greensboro native Sally Dillard Cohen, and they are the proud parents of two daughters,
Katie and Lilly, who live in Raleigh and Chicago. John enjoyed a 30year business career at Carlyle & Co. and is now involved in private investments. He has served as chairman of Jewelers of America, Greensboro Hospice, Greensboro Sports Council, and Guilford Merchants Association. Currently, John serves on the board and John Cohen, executive committees of 2017 Men's Woodberry Forest School Campaign Chair and Reeds Jewelers.
A Word From The Women's Campaign Chair By Dana Schleien, 2017 Women's Campaign Chair
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magine… Imagine moving to Greensboro almost 20 years ago. I came with my husband, Stuart, and young daughters, Jenna & Alexa. We knew no one. We joined the Greensboro Jewish Federation, along with Temple Emanuel, and were immediately embraced by the Jewish community. The kids attended Temple pre-school, B’nai Shalom Kindergarten, Temple Religious School, and BBYO. I joined the Women’s Cabinet, started delivering Mobile Meals, helped with the Jewish Film Festival, volunteered at Temple pre-school (ECEC), and joined the Temple Board for a stint as Membership Chair welcoming newcomers to the community. Through the Federation, our family has directly benefited from B’nai Shalom, Jewish camp & MOTL scholarships, BBYO programing, a JFS Caregiver Support Group, and a mission trip to Cuba, among other great programs and events. I am grateful that our children have strong Jewish identities and a firm understanding of their heritage, as a result of this support. I am proud of the work that our Federation does both at home, and
abroad. We are fortunate to have B'nai Shalom and the American Hebrew Academy in Greensboro, offering outstanding educational opportunities to our children. Jewish Family Services is a jewel in our midst providing muchneeded social, emotional, vocational, and financial support services to our community. We have a young adult division that connects our emerging leaders to each other and the greater Jewish community. Thriving Cardozo and Maimonides Societies connect our legal and medical professionals through education and discourse. We educate and engage our children through PJ Library, support our regional Hillel, and do so much more. On a global scale, we support the work of the JFNA and the JDC who reach out and aid many struggling Jewish families - our extended family - around the world. Imagine taking all of this for granted! When asked by people I admire to take on the biggest volunteer responsibility of my life on behalf of a community I love, I said yes. I am honored to be your 2017 Women's Campaign Chair. I am excited to work with my co-chair, John Cohen, the talented staff of the GJF, and the many extraordinary people who have agreed to work with me on this important endeavor. I invite you to become involved too. We are busy planning exciting speakers and fun events to sustain our campaign theme this year: Imagine…
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acknowledges their vision and generosity. write to you this month about three Even in the final days of her very special individuals, who made a life, Tobee was one of the most difference in the Jewish world beautiful women I and whom I had the privilege have ever known. of meeting and knowing. I She looked at begin and end my column in life through rose Romania, the birthplace of Elie colored glasses Wiesel, z”l, a man known as the and a cup that Leonard Kaplan, Mike Berkelhammer, Tobee “conscience of the world” and was always half Kaplan, Jim Adelman and Sara Lee Saperstein “messenger to mankind.” His full. Early one at work on the Federation building (not pictured: teaching, his books, his activism Shabbat morning, Marshall Tuck and Sylvia Samet) and his legacy were an inspiraI rode my bicycle tion to all of humanity. May his to visit Tobee in surgery for hundreds of individuals. This memory be for a blessing. the hospital. I planned on was the founding of Project Vision – a Marilyn Forman staying just a few minutes joint venture of JDC, the Romanian Jewish One of my dear friends and and Tobee wouldn’t hear of community, Israel and Dr. Kutner. Visiting Chandler a very special individual in our it. She pointed to the chair ophthalmologists from North America Jewish and greater community, Tobee and graciously said: “Please sit down” as if and Israel came together to “lighten their Kaplan, z”l, passed away last month. I was visiting her in her living room, and world and provide hope and dignity.” I asked Tobee just a few months “tell me about the girls and Robert.” She Ultimately, the community created a social ago why she and her beloved husband knew them all by name and where they group called the “formerly blind club.” Leonard, z”l, had become philanthropists. were. She was always interested in their Dayenu – that in itself, would have been accomplishments, their Jewish enough. Seeing additional medical needs involvement and spouses in the world, Steve eventually founded or special friends. Tobee’s Jewish Healthcare International, bringing physical departure from our North American and Israeli healthcare world, coupled with the death professionals to the Former Soviet Union of Leonard just over a year ago, and other vulnerable communities is a tremendous loss to our throughout the world to assist in patient community and to me both care, provide medicine, supplies and personally and professionally. expertise to the elderly, impoverished and Thank you to all those disabled in the Jewish community. Dr. individuals who have made Steve Kutner died last month. donations in Tobee’s memory These three individuals profoundly to the Federation. These are impacted my life and those of countless greatly appreciated. others. Their legacy will shine brightly for generations to come. May they be an Elie Wiesel looked deeply into my eyes and he In 1997, I was in Romania inspiration to us all. captured my soul as he spoke here in North Carolina on a program through JDC in 2004 at Elon University’s commencement. and the Federation. In Bucharest, I was Her response was immediate and simply introduced to an energetic and stated: “We had enough and it was time to passionate man who became give back to the community.” a lifelong friend. Dr. Steve I was honored to have worked closely Kutner, z”l, an ophthalmologist with Tobee on several projects for our from Atlanta, discovered Federation. One, the creation of our Jewish that many elderly individuals Family Services, along with Sue Green, treated at the Hesed (JFS in in 1991, and the second, the building Romania), were unable to see. and design of our beautiful Federation Through tests, he determined building. Throughout the years, Tobee that their eye ailments were remained a strong supporter of JFS and treatable and he began the Federation President Jim Adelman looks on as always inquired about all of the programs process of simply removing Tobee and Leonard Kaplan speak at the Dedication and services of our agency. cataracts and conducting laser of the new Federation Building, December 7, 1997. Our building was the first among many that Tobee and Leonard built. It was a labor of love which emanated out of Tobee’s vision to build a home to house offices for Jewish Family Services as well as the Federation. Tobee selected beautiful artwork which adorns our office and meeting room walls. Tobee, with Leonard and the support of their TOLEO Foundation, also funded the JDC’s Let My Children Grow program in Moldova. This program brought food to over 2,000 hungry children in Moldova while providing health screenings and Jewish programs. Children in the Federation’s partner city of Beltsy benefited from this unique partnership. Jeanney and Steve Kutner (second and third from the left) with the leadership of Tobee and Leonard’s names can be the Romanian Jewish community, JDC and Federation colleagues in Bucharest in found in the entrance way of the GJF’s 1997. building on a lovely bronze plaque which
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Remembering Tobee Kaplan, z''l The scupture's installation at the GJF, photo below, was a joyous occasion: (L-R) Standing: Cathy Levinson, Joyce Shuman, Tobee Kaplan and Susan Gutterman. Seated: Sara Lee Saperstein and Dori Jalazo, artist. - From the artist, Dori Jalazo: "My hope is that the beauty and energy of this sculpture will inspire and remind you of the importance of the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro and the foresight of its founders."
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n the foyer of the Greensboro Jewish Federation building sits the serene sculpture of a woman. She was especially chosen for her beauty and grace and outstretched arms--a symbolic gesture of inclusiveness and welcome for all who enter, whether to meet or work or participate in the multitude of services within its walls. It is no wonder that Tobee Kaplan’s eyes lit up with delight upon seeing her for the first time. It spoke to her as the perfect piece to represent her goals for the Federation, and it honored the vision of her husband Leonard and other founders of the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro who care deeply about Leonard and Tobee our future. Just as Tobee wanted to make sure that this selection was exactly right, she put her heart and enthusiasm into everything she did for our community. Collectively, she and Leonard made a huge impact on the arts, medicine, education and our religious institutions. When the Federation outgrew its former location at Temple Emanuel, the Kaplans were determined to build a new facility, with ample space for growth. Tobee worked tirelessly and meticulously on the aesthetics of decorating its interior and on
Leonard and Tobee
established the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness at UNCG. Tobee generously contributed resources and energy beyond measure; but as I walked down the road with her on many of these projects, the important example I took away lies in the fact that it was her distinct pleasure to do what she did. Tobee reached out to embrace all of us; and we will miss her sparkle and charm and her beauty, both inside and out. It is difficult to imagine a community without her. She will live on in her wonderful family, who will continue her legacy, and will be a role model for all of us. - contributed by Sara Lee Saperstein
approving the design for its beautiful stained glass Star of David that sits atop the building. With compassion and intelligence and an uncanny ability to identify our most compelling needs--she quickly, almost spontaneously, implemented solutions. Many lives have been enriched and improved because of her incredible determination in helping to found our Jewish Family Services agency and to provide a home for the Women’s Resource Center. Most recently, she
Kaplan Family
At the Foundation Donors Event in 2008: (L-R) Nancy Gutterman, Sara Lee Saperstein, Tobee Kaplan, Cathy Levinson, Anita Hyman, Gail LeBauer.
Randall, Kathy and Tobee
Weatherspoon Art Museum Tour and Cocktail Reception, June 30, 2016 Photos to right
Everyone enjoyed the exhibit "Henri Matisse: Selections from the Claribel & Etta Cone Collection" which featured a tour of the Museum and an informative and meaningful presentation by Bob and Tom Cone.
Guest speakers: Bob Cone & Tom Cone Chairs: Phyllis Shavitz, Mike Berkelhammer, Jeri D’Lugin
Cone Family – Daniel, Katie, Bob, Barbara, Tom, Brad & Benji
Jewish Family Services Thanks to Our JFS Volunteers and Donors
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By Betsy Gamburg, LCSW, JFS Director
Another year has come and gone and I remain impressed and touched by the generosity and loving kindness of our community. Volunteers and donors play a vital role at JFS and are an integral part of the work we do. Thank you all for making a difference and setting the standard of service so high. We thank the following volunteers and donors who over the past year have added immeasurably to so many lives in so many ways. Debbi Aberman Elaine Abrams Rose and Victor Ackermann American Hebrew Academy Patricia Andrews Anonymous Donor Larry Arnold Jill and Richard Auslander Kathryn S. Ayers Linda Baggish Arlene and Alan Bardy Marlene and Gene Baruch Kathleen and Herb Baum Julian Benjamin Edward Benson Renee and Jeff Berg June Bergstein Mary Berkelhammer Sylvia and Michael Berkelhammer Bea Berkowitz Peggy and Nat Bernstein Beth David Synagogue Beth David Synagogue Food Bank Ari Betof Paula Blaustein Judith Bleiberg Blood Drive Volunteers Alisa and Sue Bloom-Forshee BJH Foundation for Senior Services B’nai Shalom Day School Students K-5 Laurie and Richard Bober Fran and Steve Bombart Beverly and Larry Brenowitz Zelda and George Breslow Jennifer Bressler Gail and Charles Bretan Rhonda Broder-Dunlevy Caroline Brown Sherry and Larry Camras Joann and William Cassell Frederick Chalfin Marilyn and Robert Chandler Beth Childs “Christmas at Cone Health” volunteers Katy and Geoffrey Claussen Howard Clein Donna Cohen Irene and Irving Cohen Harvey Colchamiro Creative Snacks Co. Sylvia Curtis Wendee and Ivan Cutler Law Offices of Cheryl David Cheryl and Mark Davidowitz Annette and Derek Davis Arlene and Lenny Dolin Abby Donnelly Ina and Ken Eisenberg Susan, Scott, Paige and Max Feldman Enterprise Holdings Foundation Ellen and Gary Fischer Linda Fleishman FNZ Foundation Food Pantry Volunteers Foster-Caviness Food Service David Frazier Kim and Don Freedman Laura and Jeffrey Friedman Michele Haber and Martin Friedman Friendly Visitors Friends Home Betsy Gamburg
Elaine and Don Germain Amy and Todd Gers Claire Gesualdi Carol Gillespie Ellen Gladding Pamela and Laurence Goldberg Nicole and Micah Goldstein Ann Gottman Susan and Daniel Gottsegen Ilene and Adrian Grant Tracey and Sammy Grant Ricki and Sidney Gray Eleanor Greenberg Sandra and Kenneth Greene Greensboro Jewish Federation Greensboro Jewish Federation Board Members Greensboro Roller Derby Nancy and Bernard Gutterman Susan and David Gutterman Rabbi Fred Guttman David Haber Risa Hanau Bernice and Zev Harel Rabbi Eliezer Havivi Lori Heimann Hekler-Herman Family Charitable Fund Erica and Andrew Herman Marcia and Les Hermelin Helen Hoffman Rodna Hurewitz Judy Hyman Mark Hyman Janice and Stephen Hyman Barbara Jacobs Albert Jacobson Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF) Jewish Family Services Board Jewish Family Services Chai Notes Choir Jewish Foundation of Greensboro Gail Joseph Paula Justice Sharon and Barry Kaiser Eva and Leonard Kaplan Kathy Manning and Randall Kaplan Tobee Kaplan, z"l Naomi and Stuart Kaplan Jeff Katz and Ila Rosenthal Paula Katz Marcy and Jerry Kaufman Jessica Kellam Ada Khaitas Mila Kilmnik Rima Kleiner Tammy Kom Marty Koplin Rabbi Andrew Koren Audrey Krakovitz Jordan Kraus Judy and Jack Kriegsman Karen Kriegsman Elizabeth and Eddie Krusch Mollie and David Lafferman Lance Company Learning Together Co. Andra and Aaron LeBauer Gail and Eugene LeBauer Joe LeBauer Joan and Samuel LeBauer Anyta and John Ledbetter Merrianne Leff Simara and Tomas Levi
Ellen and Bob Levin Dave Levine Pat and Peter Levitin Michele Gordon and Pat Levy, III and Celia Paul Lieb Corey Lindenberg Dani and Ryan Luft Michelle Lunney Mailings Volunteers Sarah Malino Bea and David Mandel Bobbie and Bernard Mann Fay and Daniel Marks Natalie Mapou Elise Margol James Jordan Martin, Jr. Jill and John Masters Matnat Mitzvah Donors and Volunteers Amanda and Andrew Mbuvi Blaire McLanahan Lois and Howard Mezer Debby Miller Helen and Mark Miller Scott Milman Mitzvah Day Donors Mitzvah Day Sponsors Mitzvah Day Volunteers Carrie Moran Hannah Murinson Pat and Sam Neerman Susan and Joe Nehmen Ellen and Frank Nelson Valerie and Will O’Keefe Claudia and Andrew Ortiz Helena Ozarow Shana Paccadolmi Caroline Panzer Margaret Papa Scott Pemberton Laura Pollak and Jeff Petrinitz Susan and Jerry Pinsker Hinda and Yosef Plotkin Scott Pemberton PNC Foundation Madeline Reed Susan and Freddy Robinson Romeo Club Erin and Keith Rosen Richard Rosen Vivian Rosen Jane Rosen-Grandon Ellen and Allan Ross Kendra and Brian Ross Robert Rosthal Anita Rubin Abby Samet Arthur Samet Sylvia and Jan Samet Marian Stein and Jerry Samet Joan Samet Ellen and Leonard Samet Deborah Kintzing and Marc Samet Sara Lee Saperstein Stephanie Benson and Robert Savino Barbara Scheck Dana and Stuart Schleien Jamie and Jeff Schleuning Jenny Schultz Sharon Segall Addie Sellars Randi and Brad Semon
Senior Holiday Gift Bag Donors and Volunteers Senior Luncheon Volunteers Linda and Jerry Shapiro Phyllis Shavitz Steve Shavitz Joyce and Robert Shuman Susan and Fred Siegel Philip Silver Carol and Josef Silverman Janie Silvers Linda and Howard Silverstein Raffi Simel Harriet Simmons Tracy Simon Robin and Robert Skirboll Linda and Tom Sloan Karen Slone Rabbi Harry Sky Ellen Smith Alina and Christopher Spaulding Sylvie and Walter Spielman Spring Arbor Kathryn and Joseph Stern William A. Stern Foundation Sue and Rob Stevens Jonathan Stewart Patti and Ken Stiles Jen and Aaron Strasser Elizabeth and Joseph Strasser Vicki and Larry Strasser Polly and Richard Strasser Leah and Barry Strulson Susan Strumwasser Danielle Swick Ekaterina and Matthew Tabin Elyse and Stuart Tafeen Doris Tanger Teen Volunteers Barbara and Stuart Teichman Temple Emanuel Temple Emanuel Chevra Torah Class Temple Emanuel Friendship Circle Temple Emanuel Mitzvah Garden Temple Emanuel Third and Fourth Grades Tammi and Kevin Thurm Sylvia Torchinsky TTI Global Resources, Inc. Louise Van Schaack Rachel and Jose Villalba Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon Volunteers Kim and Robert Wainer Stephanie Walker Stuart Wassell Dorothy Wasserman Seymour Wechsler Shelly Weiner Helene Weinstein Adele and Robert Weinstein Weisberger Family Designated Fund Well Spring Retirement Community Rhoda and Jay Winepol Stacey and Curt Youngdale Myrna and Harold Zimmerman Lynn Zimmerman We apologize if we have missed anyone. Please call Jewish Family Services at 852-4829, ext. 222, if we missed you, and we will include you in the next issue. Thank you.
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Learn about The Yellow Dot Program, Project Lifesaver and being Red Cross Ready! These are programs that could make a difference for you and your loved ones.
In Memory: Of: Tobee Kaplan From: Peggy and Nat Bernstein Amy and Glenn Chrystal Irene and Irv Cohen Maxine and Harvey Colchamiro Sandra and Erwin Goldman Alice Kaiser Joan Samet Phyllis Shavitz Illein Youngman
MARGUERITE DAVIS, of the American Red Cross will discuss emergency preparedness
Thursday, September 22 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. At Jewish Family Services RSVP to Marlene Baruch at 336-852-4829, ext. 224 or mbaruch@shalomgreensboro.org Refreshments provided. This program is funded in part by the BJH Foundation for Senior Services
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Interest-free need-based loans for Jewish Students enrolled in full-time secondary education. Applications for Spring semester 2017 open Sept. 1 to Sept. 30 at www.jelf.org. Contact Betsy Gamburg at 336-852-4829, ext. 225 Or bgamburg@shalomgreensboro.org
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We thank the following people for their contributions to Jewish Family Services. All contributions to JFS are used to support JFS programs and services and the Client Assistance fund unless otherwise specified by the donor.
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SERGEANT ALAN McHENRY of the Greensboro Police Department will present on Project Life Saver and the Yellow Dot Program
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Food Pantry Gail Joseph Lance Company Helene Weinstein
JFS Volunteers Plus — A New Year By Gail Bretan
A Simple Gesture
Volunteers Plus will meet three times this year with our usual format of introductions, sharing our volunteer experiences, exploring a Jewish concept or text, and reflecting on how we can utilize that concept in our volunteer service. Each meeting will be linked with a holiday. Join us at JFS Friday, September 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring a brown bag lunch (dairy only) and we’ll provide drinks and dessert. Also, mark you calendars for Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday, April 14, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information contact Gail Bretan at gbretan@shalomgreensboro. org, or 336-420-0730 or Carole Kaplan at caroleknc@yahoo.com or 336-339-2899. If you need van service, contact Marcia at 336-852-4829, ext. 222. JFS Rosh Hashanah Gift Bag Program For Children and Families of all Ages Pack and deliver holiday gift bags for seniors. Visit & wish them a happy new year! We provide instructions and directions. Sunday, September 18th, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Jewish Federation Building Call David Frazier to RSVP 336-852-4829, ext. 227 or dfrazier@shalomgreensboro.org
In Honor: Of: the 50th wedding anniversary of Susan and Daniel Gottsegen From: Fran and Steve Bombart In Memory: Of: Tobee Kaplan From: Fran and Steve Bombart Zelda and George Breslow Van Fund Vivian Rosen We apologize if we have missed anyone’s contribution. Please call Jewish Family Services at 852-4829, ext. 222 if we missed you, and we will include you in the next issue. The minimum donation for each submission is $10.00. Thank you.
Leslie Isakoff, Executive Director of A Simple Gesture, drops off bags of food to the JFS Food Pantry. If you would like to get involved with a program that helps sustain food pantries in Greensboro, contact JFS at 8524829, or go to their website: www. asimplegesturegso.org. You will receive a canvas bag to fill with food as well as a list of dates to leave your donations on your door step to be picked up by volunteers.
JFS Chai Notes Chanting Workshop Preparing Our Hearts for the High Holidays Monday, September 12 ~ 1:00 p.m. Jewish Family Services For Seniors and their friends. RSVP to Katy Claussen, 336-852-4829, Ext. 228.
In chanting, we come together to sing phrases and melodies in order to center ourselves as individuals and build connections with each other. This program is funded in part by the BJH Foundation for Senior Services
JFS Caregiver Support Group
for Adult Children of Aging Parents Beginning another year! Second Thursday of the Month, Thursday, September 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Temple Emanuel New participants always welcome and open to all in the Jewish community. Our new social worker, Deborah Frisco, MSW, LCSW will be introduced and join the group For more information
or any questions, contact Deborah at 852-4829, ext. 226 or dfrisco@shalomgreensboro.org
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From Greensboro to Israel
Sept. 2016
Summer Experiences to Remember
I am more convinced than ever, that the women of Greensboro are prepared to lead our community to a place of unity and cohesion. Taking a group of 11 women, from different segments of our community, with different affiliations, a diversity of pathways to their Judaism, and allowing them to elevate the conversation surrounding the building of bridges so that our children can thrive in Greensboro, is one of the most meaningful conversations in which I have ever participated. To take the time to explore our values, to agree and disagree with meaning, and to create a bond that will undoubtedly connect us all, lifelong… is no small thing. The fact that all this happened in 10 days, with Israel as the point of connection, is even that much more miraculous. Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding, JWRP MOMentum Trip In Independence Hall, in Tel Aviv, an amazing guide drew us into the story of Ben Gurion’s vision and the creation of the State of Israel. At the end of her story, sitting in that very room, we listened to an audio tape of the signing of Israel’s Declaration of Independence. That tape ends with Hatikva, and we sang along — as if we ourselves had been there. Heather Gert, JWRP MOMentum Trip
Visit to Independence Hall in Tel Aviv. Front row: Susan Strumwasser, Erica Herman, Barbara Osborne, Emily Kranz, Maeve Kaplan, Heather Gert; back row: Tracy Simon, Emily Gray, Sheryl Miller, Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding, Paula Justice.
It’s hard to put into words all that I felt and experienced during the MOMentum trip. The sense of community I feel at Temple Emanuel was magnified by a million in Israel. The sense of pride I felt when I saw the Israeli flag everywhere we went is still with me. And the experiences I shared, both spiritual and fun, with the Greensboro women will be with me for a lifetime. Sheryl Miller, JWRP MOMentum Trip My favorite part of the trip was being able to be with people from communities all over North America and other Federations and be able to learn things from them. My next steps will be to grow young leadership programs in the Greensboro Jewish Federation. I will look to nurture young leaders and get people involved who aren’t normally involved so that we can build our future and increase our engagement. Mamie Todaro, JFNA Young Leadership Mission (see article page 2)
Mamie Todaro (center) speaking with group at ancient Synagogue in Kidmat Tzvi.
I was so fortunate to be able to participate in the Pardes Summer Institute for Hillel Professionals, learning Jewish texts in the most holy city in the world, together with a colleague from North Carolina Hillel. It was an incredible experience to be able to learn with other Jews from all over the country, from all different religious denominations, and work together to find the meanings of specific texts. I am very excited to bring back the passion for studying text to Emily Kranz, Emily Gray, Erica Herman and Paula the students in Hillel and help them on their path to future Justice at Tsfat. Jewish learning. Corie Hampton, Pardes Summer Institute for Hillel Professionals
Emily Gray, Erica Herman, Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding and Tracy Simon.
Visit to Tsfat: Barbara Osborne, Sheryl Miller, Paula Justice, Emily Kranz, Susan Strumwasser.
I was raised in a secular home, my connection to Judaism felt tenuous. Then I spent 8 days in Israel learning with the other moms and our JWRP leaders. We talked about Jewish values, the same values with which I was raised. The values I teach my son. We are Jews, we are one. Susan Strumwasser, JWRP MOMentum Trip This was a trip of a lifetime! I saw and felt in my heart, a different understanding of the land of Israel, the history, people, culture, experiencing parts of Judaism that I hadn't known before. By far, the most memorable part of this spiritual journey was praying at the Kotel, not once but four times, and feeling peace in my heart. Paula Justice, JWRP MOMentum Trip
GJF 2016 MOMentum Group learn to surf in Israel as part of a visit to HaGal Sheli. Left to right: Instructor from HaGal Sheli, Maeve Kaplan, Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding, Paula Justice, Barbara Osborne, Emily Gray, Emily Kranz, Heather Gert and staff at HaGal Sheli.
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WHERE?
Does the Money Come from? $1,455,000
comes from 919 individual and corporate donors to our 2016 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN with the help of more than 90 volunteer solicitors. This total includes $690,000 paid from Foundation endowments and donor advised funds.
$90,000
comes from ENDOWMENT REVENUE from permanent endowments set up by individual donors at the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro to provide lasting support to Federation. This amount is in addition to support for the annual campaign that comes from donor advised funds, Lion of Judah Endowments, and Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowments.
$82,500
comes from GRANTS AND CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS to support specific programs.
$95,000
SUPPLEMENTAL DONATIONS support local programs, missions, emergency relief efforts in the United States, Israel, and around the world, as well as local emergency assistance provided by Jewish Family Services and our Community Enrichment Fund.
$261,500
OTHER SOURCES of income include interest income, participant fees, Shalom Greensboro advertising revenue, van ticket sales, Triad Jewish Film Festival ticket sales, clinical services fees, occupancy charges, and recovered pledge income.
WHERE? Does the Money Go? Education & Advocacy 37% American Hebrew Academy B'nai Shalom Day School Community Relations Hand in Hand-Jewish/Arab multicultural school programs Hillel International Holocaust Commemoration & Education Interfaith Mission/Interfaith Clergy Mission Israel Experience Grants & Scholarships Israel Religious Expression Platform (IREP) Jewish Camper Incentive Grants & Scholarships Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA) Jewish Education Initiatives & Programs Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF) Jewish Federations of North America - Dues Jewish Federations of North America Israel Action Network NC Holocaust Foundation Overseas Study Missions Triad Jewish Film Festival Youth Programs & Education (L'Taken)
Administrative Costs 11% Fundraising Costs 9%
Social Service & Humanitarian Efforts
31%
Chai Notes Clinical Services Community Enrichment Fund Congregational Nurse FSU Twinning (Beltsy Camp Delet) JFS Professional Services and Programs Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) - Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) - American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) - Special Crisis Collections Local Emergency Assistance Mitzvah Day and holiday hospital volunteer coordination Senior Programming Special Needs, Children and Family Programming Van Transportation
Engagement 12% BBYO-Greensboro Communications and Marketing Elon University Hillel Gesher Greensboro JFNA Birthright Israel NC Hillel Women's Philanthropy Young Leadership & Young Adult Division
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Greensboro Hadassah delegation at the 98th Hadassah National Convention in Atlanta in July. (L to R): Gail Haber, Carole Kaplan, Kathy Manning, Sara Jacobs and Marilyn Cherry.
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dvocating for gender equity in medical research, understanding the bias in public school curricula and a call to action to end human trafficking were three sessions of particular interest to the recent Greensboro Hadassah delegation at the 98th Hadassah National Convention in Atlanta in July. “We have returned fired up for renewing our commitment to Zionism, women’s rights, human rights, medical research and all aspects of Tikkun Olam,” said Gail Haber, Co-President, Greensboro Chapter of Hadassah. The overall theme of the convention was “The Power of Our Dreams,” and “Dreaming Big.” Sessions explored Jewish continuity, love of Israel, building global partnerships, youth Aliyah, transforming children’s lives, and medical ethics. It was a special treat to see Greensboro’s own Kathy Manning speak on a panel discussing new trends in the Jewish communal world. Other exciting moments for the group were seeing
Gwyneth Paltrow accept Hadassah’s “Power of Our Dreams" award and hearing Malcolm Hoenlein’s acceptance speech when he received the "Henrietta Szold" award. Haber was joined by Sara Jacobs, Carole Kaplan and Marilyn Cherry. In addition, Greensboro’s Kathy Manning served on a panel discussion on new trends in the Jewish communal world. Haber said, “All in all, this was a moving and educational experience for all of us. We urge all the women in Greensboro to join Hadassah if you are not already a member and to upgrade your yearly membership to life membership if you are already a member, and we invite all women to become active in Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist organization of America.
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’nai Shalom students and parents are excited for the new school year ahead. The students are having a blast with the new ga-ga pit built with love by parent Jonathan Falkowitz. Ga-ga, a game very popular in Israel and at Jewish camps, combines dodging, striking, running, and jumping, with the object of being the last person standing. On the first day of school, Kindergarten parents stood under the chuppah with their children for the Kindergarten Moving-up Ceremony. Together, the parents blessed their children and recited the Shehecheyanu, the prayer to celebrate special occasions,
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PJ Our Way Fall Kickoff PJ Our Way Fall Kickoff event will be held on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 3 p.m. at The Mad Platter, 2921-A Battleground Ave., Greensboro. The event will feature paint your own pottery. Open to ages 9-11. For questions or to rsvp, contact Amy Hager, ahager@bnai-shalom.org.
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Sept. 2016
Vatikim Meets every Tuesday (holidays and weather permitting) at 11:45 a.m. at Beth David. KOSHER Lunch and learn provided. $3. Vatikim is generously funded by the BJH Foundation.
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Events Sept 6: Welcome to our New Website – navigating a new look with events and Some of the Ramah kids enjoying treats from Rabbi Havivi. holidays. Easier than ever to purchase and pay online. Presented by Sue Chancellor Arnold Eisen Polinsky, Pres. Tech Triad Chancellor Eisen will explore the Sept. 13: Medicare 2017 – What you state and prospects of Judaism in North need to know. Presented by Jillian Reich, America, the growing gap between the Blue Moon benefits. Jewish communities of Israel and the Sept. 20: Community Rosh Hashana Diaspora, and the shifting fortunes — and Senior Luncheon at Beth David. continuing importance — of Conservative Sept. 27: Weatherspoon Museum Judaism. Outing: Cone Sisters Matisse guided tour/ exhibit. Meet at Weatherspoon. Details Sept. 21, Read the Bible, the Whole to follow. MUST RSVP to Hilary at Bible with Rabbi Havivi hgoldberg@bdgso.org or 336-235-7734 to Continuing from last year, we are attend. Space is limited. reading the entire Tanakh in English, one book at a time. The class is open to all, Jews and Christians, young and old. We Recurring Events read individually at home and come to discuss once a month. Questions? Contact Sept. 6-13-20-27 Rabbi Havivi, ehavivi@bdgso.org Knitters, 10:00 a.m. The Beth David Knitters meet in the Sept. 25, Sisterhood Gift Shop Sale Bride’s Room to make lap blankets for hospice patients, baby hats for Women’s Sept. 25 Challah Baking with Ronnie Hospital, hats and shawls for the Wesley Herbst. 9:30 a.m. Cost, $5. Make and bake Long Cancer Center, and scarves and your own round holiday challah. hats for homeless shelters. Knitters and crocheters are equally welcome. Sept. 6-13-20-27 SAVE THE DATE! Torah Study with Lee Bretan Oct. 22, Comedy Night at Beth David Lee Bretan returns to lead a wonderful featuring Brad Zimmerman group in exploring the depths and 7:30 p.m. Details to follow. richness of the poetry & imagery of the prophets. Enjoy a lively discussion of texts, its meanings and subtexts. Class meets in Beth David Gift the board room. Free. All are welcome. Sept. 1-8-15-22-29 Shop Jewish Meditation Circle, 7:15 p.m. Invites All Explore Jewish meditation practices to Season for both beginning meditation students as well as advanced students. This is a Opening and weekly class, with new members welcome High Holiday at any time. We use this time to prepare Shopping for Shabbat by reviewing, and letting go Event of our week and our stresses! Questions? Contact Rabbi Ross at 336-235-7731 or Sunday, mross@bdgso.org Sept. 25 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other events Sept. 17, Musar Group The Beth David Musar group will resume monthly meetings on the third Shabbat morning of each month. Members of the group commit to focusing on a particular character trait every month (for example, humility, patience, gratitude, or compassion) and engaging in meditation, journaling, and discussion of that character trait between our monthly meetings. If you'd be interested in joining the group, please contact Geoffrey or Katy Claussen at geoffrey.claussen@gmail.com or kclaussen@shalomgreensboro.org. Sept. 20, JTS Livestream Blessing of Assimilation with
JH Foundation’s mission is “To enhance the lives of older Jewish adults!” This is accomplished in a number of ways by working closely with nonprofit organizations directly involved with the older Jewish adult population. Long gone are the days of being limited to serving only a few hundred people in a centralized nursing home (Blumenthal Jewish Home) in Clemmons, N.C. Now we serve thousands of individuals in North and South Carolina each year by working with Jewish Community Centers, Jewish Family Services, Jewish Federations, Temples, Synagogues and other nonprofit organizations that work directly with older Jewish adults. Each year we award a number of grants to organizations in North and South Carolina. Grants awarded in July 2016 bring the 10-year total to $1,865,054. These grants “enhance the lives of older Jewish adults” through programs such as Case Management, Chai Notes, Congregational Nurse, Elder Day Club, Friendship Circle, Kosher Food Pantry, Mental Health Counseling, Mitzvah Corps, Pastoral Care and Beyond, Seniors by the Sea, Special Programs of Interest or Concern to Elders (SPICE), Staying in Touch (lunch and learn), Tuesdays with Friends, Transportation, Vatikim and Wellness programs as a sampling of 2016 Grant recipients. Many of us have already retired, adjusted our living accommodations, may have some physical ailments, or just want to have fun. The aspect of aging and how to live out our “golden years” is becoming more relevant as baby boomers
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continue to enter the “older Jewish adult” population. As a population we are living longer and hopefully healthier. This creates a need for specific services focused on the older adult population. An older Jewish adult usually wants to maintain a connection to the Jewish community. This can be difficult without some of the services BJH Foundation grants support. BJH Foundation wants to have the greatest impact possible on the older Jewish adult population. In order to continue achieving this we need to stay current on interests and needs. We encourage all of you to think about the life you envision in your retirement years. What are some of the ways you may need assistance? What are some of your social and educational areas of interest? Where do you envision yourself living as you gracefully age? These are just a few of the questions the BJH Foundation Board tries to answer each year. We would love to know your thoughts. Information is our best tool to helping people in all physical situations and financial abilities. Your input could help older Jewish adults live the healthiest, most enjoyable lives possible. Please consider writing or calling our office with your thoughts. Of course it is important to note we always welcome contributions. Growing the balance of our funds invested with the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro allows greater amounts of money to be allocated each year as grant awards. For more information, please contact Wendee Cutler at 336-854-8400 or email wcutler@bjhfoundation.org.
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Friday, September 9, 6:00 p.m. – Tot Shabbat and Oneg Saturday, September 17, 1:00 p.m. – Hike and Havdallah at Stone Mountain State Park Friday, September 23, 6:00 p.m. – Tot Shabbat and Oneg For more information about these programs, contact Louise Van Schaack at 336-292-7899 ext. 302 or lvanschaack@ tegreensboro.org
Religious School
Join us Sunday, September 11 for our Religious School Open House and First Day Kick-Off. If you are interested in having your son/daughter attend Temple Emanuel Religious School please call 336-292-7899 x311. Hebrew School begins Tuesday, September 6, 4:15 p.m. Religious School begins Sunday, September 11, 9:30 a.m.
Schmooze with the Rabbi at Print Works Bistro
Wednesday, September 7, 12:00 p.m. Enjoy a casual lunch with the Temple rabbis along with other friends at the Print Works Bistro. Join us as we talk about anything and everything – from local politics to Jewish issues. Your lunch is on you, while the conversation is on us. Reserve your spot with Louise at 336-2927899 or lvanschaack@tegreenboro.org.
Hebrew Cemetery Cleanup Day Sunday, September 18 at 10:00 a.m. Over the years, head stones become discolored by weather and pollution. This
family-friendly activity is a great way to teach children Jewish values and explain Jewish life-cycles while fulfilling one of our tradition’s highest mitzvot, caring for the dead. If you are interested in helping, please contact Brenda at bhenley@ tegreensboro.org or 336-292-7899 x307 for more information. Brisket Cook Off – Sunday, September 18, 5:00 p.m. A fun filled evening as a panel of judges decide who will be this year’s Brisket King or Queen. For more information, contact Malinda Coleman colemanmalinda@gmail.com
Selichot Movie and Service
Saturday, September 24 Movie – 8:00 p.m. Service – 10:00 p.m. Join us for a movie themed around the ideas of repentance and forgiveness, followed by our Selichot service. For more information, call the Temple office or check out the Temple website, www. tegreensboro.org.
Adult Education
Kabbalah & Meditation Class begins August 31. Taught by Rabbi Fred Guttman and Rabbi Rachel Brown, the class will take place on Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Although this class starts in August, you are welcome to join us in September. The Jewish Path: Bringing Judaism to Life begins September 13. Taught by Rabbi Andy Koren, this 10 week Introduction to Judaism class is for those who are looking to learn or re-learn the basics of our tradition. Please e-mail or call Cindi at crager@ tegreensboro.org or 336-292-7899 for
more information or to RSVP for all adult education classes. March of the Living: March of the Living 2017 Information Session Sunday, September 25, 12:00 p.m.
March of the Living Fundraiser
Concert – Billy Joel Tribute Concert Sunday, October 30, 7:30 p.m. Wade Preston is best known for his role as the piano man in Billy Joel's Broadway hit "Movin' Out." As an original cast member, Mr. Preston performed the complete three and a half year run on Broadway. Tickets are $25 per person Call 336-292-7899 or visit www. tegreensboro.org for more information
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High Holy Days Schedule
Tickets are required to attend Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services at Temple Emanuel. All services will take place at 1129 Jefferson Road unless otherwise noted. If you are new to Greensboro, you are welcome to join us. Please call the Temple office, 336-2927899, to find out more information and to get a ticket. Erev Rosh Hashanah – Sunday, October 2, 6:00 p.m. Rosh Hashanah – Monday, October 3, 9:00 a.m. – Family Service & 10:00 a.m. – Morning Service. Kol Nidre – Tuesday, October 11, 8:00 p.m. Yom Kippur – Wednesday, October 12 Visit www.TEgreensboro.org for more information and a complete schedule.
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American Hebrew Academy
American Hebrew Academy earns National Honor Society recognition
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s the American Hebrew Academy enters its fifteenth year, the school is proud to announce that it has been granted membership in the prestigious National Honor Society (NHS), affirming Academy students’ academic achievements, leadership skills and community service. The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921. The American Hebrew Academy, the only international Jewish college prep boarding school in the world, educates intellectually adventurous teens from across the world to become future Jewish leaders on its lush Greensboro, N.C. campus. “Not only can the National Honor Society open up significant scholarship opportunities to students elected to
membership, but it provides students with another incentive to develop character, leadership, service, and intellectual acumen,” said English Department Chair Dr. Dr. Jennifer Brown, who is the Faculty Adviser to the American Hebrew Academy’s chapter of NHS. “It is a national leadership and service organization that will complement our other clubs in furthering the mission of the Academy.” The American Hebrew Academy’s chapter of the NHS will begin its own history in the fall of 2016, as the first members are selected and inducted. This will be a fall induction, and the members will be drawn exclusively from the senior class. Another induction will be held in the spring of 2017 and will include rising juniors and rising seniors; from that time forward, the chapter will hold annual spring inductions. Only the most qualified students will be inducted; the size of the chapter may vary from year to year, but shall not exceed twelve members. Students interested in applying to the American Hebrew Academy’s chapter of the NHS must submit applications by September 12, 2016.
Chabad of Greensboro Kids for Kindness Drum Circle with Abbotswood Residents Sunday, September 11, 1:00 p.m. Pre Rosh Hashana Mega Challah Bake Thursday September 29 6:30 p.m. Join 200 women for the third annual Mega Challah Bake. Together we will learn about the special mitzvah entrusted especially to Women, Challah. Learn the art of challah baking, braiding and weaving.
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