A Publication of the Greensboro Jewish Federation, Greensboro, North Carolina www.shalomgreensboro.org
VOL. 41, NO. 3 - NOVEMBER 2015, CHESHVAN-KISLEV 5776
FOSTERING COMMITMENT AND RESOURCES WHICH STRENGTHEN AND ENRICH JEWISH LIFE LOCALLY, NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY
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Pages 2 - Cuba Mission Reflections Page 6 - Volunteers help JFS Food Pantry Page 10 Belsty Teen Visits Greensboro
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NOVEMBER 2015
Cuba Mission Participants Reflect on Their Experiences
Forty members of our Greensboro Jewish Federation community participated in a mission to Cuba under the leadership of Linda and Jerry Shapiro, Keith and Erin Rosen, and Jen and Aaron Strasser. The trip touched not only the lives of the Cuban Jews, but also the lives of the Greensboro delegates. Below are edited reflections from those who took this powerful journey: Cuba! How can one possibly explain and describe this country? Everything is upside down. Even with so much decay, you can imagine how exquisite Havana was in its heyday. The small but active Jewish community, young and old, so depend on donations and support from the JDC and other Jewish organizations." - Janie Silvers I am impressed that the Jewish community is so active in Cuba. I thought after so many years of suppression that religious expression would be minimal. The first memorial to the Holocaust in the western hemisphere is in Cuba at the Jewish cemetery. It was heartening to see the community trying so hard to thrive . - Betsy Fox The mission trip gave us a great feel for the Cuban people and the complicated place in which they live. The Jewish population while dwindling in numbers, is thriving in spirit and dedication. I came away with a greater sense of community, both in Greensboro and with Jews around the world. -Erica Procton The Jewish community is phenomenal in what they have accomplished and how they have survived. The whole experience was unbelievable and surprising. Havana is a beautiful city, the food was wonderful
and the people were lovely.
- Joan Samet
The mission gave me a better understanding of the effects of Socialism on the society. I was particularly surprised by some positive things amongst these ill effects. I was touched by Havdalah: the candlelight, swaying and men being moved to tears. –Pamela Haber Shabbat in Cuba was the most meaningful experience...services Friday night were led with tremendous pride by teens and young adults trained through the efforts of JDC. The joy and smiles on the faces of the youth left us with much hope for their future. - Joyce and Bob Shuman Time appears to have stopped in many ways and you can only wonder how vibrant life was and what could have been. Even though there are a lot of differences between us, during Havdalah when we all had our arms around each other singing the same song was an amazing Jewish connection. - Jen and Aaron Strasser The Jews in Cuba really work hard at being Jewish and following Jewish traditions. Through Federation and JDC, the community receives both economic help and moral support-feeding those in need, providing medicine, social programs, and more. -Joshua Gould The commitment, resilience and determination of the Jewish people in Cuba is nothing short of miraculous. The Greensboro Jewish community has the privilege to support these wonderful people. - Vivian Sheidler The disparity between haves and
have-nots is astounding. It was refreshing to be in a place where people relate to each other mostly free of technology- no ringing phones, interrupted conversations, or minds in other places, (just) people listening to each other and being present in their relationships. - Dana Schleien This was my first mission…After spending four days in Cuba, I am amazed at the dedication of members of the Jewish community to stay and work hard to keep a positive presence in Cuba. I know more about the work the JDC does and how truly impactful on individual lives it is. - Courtney Kamlet Though I knew that Cuba has a Jewish community (of almost 1,300 people), I was totally unprepared to see just how vibrant that community would be. For people to have so little (the average salary in Cuba is around $25 a month) and still be so upbeat is a sight to be seen and experienced. -Kevin Thurm Like a good book or movie that you can't shake, this is how Cuba will be for me. This is not a country you visit and forget about. After seeing firsthand the shacks or hole in the walls where the Cuban people go to get their monthly rations of food, the workers that must roll a 100 cigars a day in a hot cigar factory to the heartwarming Jewish community of Havana, this was an experience never to be forgotten. -Amy Chrystal A CUBAN PRAYER Do you still see me even hear My embers have been darkened yet my voice still sounds clear Around you cities crumble the people's voices are silenced still Yet I hear my children's voices sing my
praises and your lips tremble with the power of my will I seek you out and you are still here witness to my glory strength of all ages I hear the prayers recited wisdom from the sages In such desperate times hunger and poverty strangling a nation You seek me out with your interest, support and kindly donations I am the Hebrew children of the Cuban nation All but forgotten in times past history's ascension Now a permanent memory in our collective journey's dimension Have you heard you are needed I have placed you here for a reason Given this privilege I have brought you to these shores of a land without seasons I am your children, and I am your God I have granted you this moment know you my resolve Make of it what you will I have shown you this light Help me to brighten this day in the lives that must fight For food and for shelter and the prayers in their hearts If my people triumph here a living miracle in your sight I have blessed you beyond reason and brought you all here this day Return to me my favor and be blessed in my way The embers turn orange blue swirls grow to flames Your heart feeds the fire a revolution can’t be tamed My light illuminates colors Cuban children eyes ever bright I return you to your homeland dawn coming end of night -Glenn Chrystal
For more reflections from the Greensboro Jewish Federation mission to Cuba, go to www.shalomgreensboro.org.
www.shalomgreensboro.org Executive Director’s Column
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By Marilyn Forman Chandler Executive Director, Greensboro Jewish Federation
congregation have made Aliyah to Israel and from there, many moved to Miami, Florida. The community may now number only 1000. Daily minyans are Yakob. Mayra. Adela. Three held; Yacob is the only kosher butcher in all of Cuba and he is responsible for the names, three individuals, Chevre Kadisha as well as other lifecycle events. When asked why he is still in three stories Cuba, he responds: “In 1992, I made an oath to my father to stay to lead the community. I went and studied with Rabbi Shlomo Riskin of Efrat in Israel and returned to Cuba. No rabbi would take this job; there is no money to pay him and it is hard to secure kosher food. When I wear a kippah and tzizit in the street, people think I work for the Pope.” Mayra Levy is President of the Sephardic Center, Centro Marilyn Chandler with Philip Nelson in front of the Sefaradi. It is home to the newly re-dedicated Embassy of the USA in Havana. only Holocaust exhibit on the island established with the assistance of our travel agent and Head of Jewish Cuba Connections, just returned from an unforgettable Stan Falkenstein. Mayra shrugged her five day journey to Cuba along with shoulders when we asked where her 37 members of our community. Under children were and told us: “Not here. Like the very capable leadership of Erin and most children, they too have left behind Keith Rosen, Linda and Jerry Shapiro, an aging Jewish community. We are trying to get young people to stay. Perhaps now with open relations with the U.S., things will change, who knows?” Adela Dworin, whose parents came to Cuba from Pinsk, is President of the Cuban Jewish Community. Her office resides at the Patronato, Beth El Synagogue also known as la Casa de
You are our brothers and sisters. Come more often.” Once an island with character and charm, grand hotels and casinos, today, gorgeous buildings and impressive promenades are crumbling, the streets flood during Joan Samet and rains, the shelves Adela Dworin. in ration stores are often bare. We arrived home to a bustling Miami airport, remembering the stories told to us and the people with whom we shared time. Proud of our Federation’s involvement in restoring Cuba’s Jewish community to the heyday of yesteryears, we know there is still more work to be done. Our mission group raised additional funds for a special Cuban project. We won’t forget you.
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Marilyn Chandler and Keith Rosen flank David Prinstein, VP and Adela Dworin, President of the Cuban Jewish Community.
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Maimonides Society to meet on November 1 The Greensboro Jewish Federation Maimonides Society begins a threeprogram series addressing end-of-life issues beginning Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 7 p.m. at the Federation office. The program will begin with a video clip from Being Mortal with Atul Gawande. Gawande is a surgeon, public health researcher and best selling author whose most recent book Being Mortal, tackles the hardest challenge for physicians: How medicine can not only improve life, but also the process of ending it. Following the viewing, the group will engage in a facilitated conversation about issues and topics raised in the film. The panel will be facilitated by Risa Hanau, VP of Clinical Services at Hospice & Palliative Care of Greensboro. Panelists include: Dr. Vinay K. Gudena, Hematologist-Oncologist at Cone Health Cancer Center, Dr. Joseph (Jody) Stern, Neurosurgeon with Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates, Vivian Sheidler, RN, SystemWide Manager, Clinical Research at Cone Health Cancer Center, and Lois Mezer, MSW, Clinical Social Worker, facilitator of Alzheimer Caregiver Support Group. The discussion will focus on ethical and moral issues along with local case study examples of situations that speak to the issues of not having conversations with patients as treatment gets initiated or as it continues.
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Mayra Levy, President of the Sephardic Center, Centro Sefaradi.
Jen and Aaron Strasser, our group visited Yacob Berezniak-Hernandez of the unique historic sites, met with dynamic traditional Orthodox synagogue, Adath and charismatic individuals and returned Israel with Jerry Shapiro. with some wonderful stories. We brought la Comunidad Hebrea de Cuba, the donations of medical supplies, pharmaAshkenzi synagogue in Havana City. ceuticals, cosmetics and clothing – items Never having born children of her own, that are very costly and largely unavailand with her niece living in Miami, able in Cuba. Special thanks to Philip Adela shared: “Everyone has children or Nelson, son of Frank and Ellen Nelson of grandchildren who have left the country. Greensboro (and B’nai Shalom graduate), After my husband left Cuba, I devoted my we were amongst the first groups to be life to serve the children and adults who briefed about the recent lifting of the economic embargo, in the newly re-dedicated remained in our Jewish community of Cuba. If JDC wasn’t involved in rebuilding Embassy of the United States. the Cuban Jewish community, there would I’d like to share just three of those be no Jewish community here. Thanks to stories with you in hopes that you will Dr. Jose Levy who appreciate the efforts of these three very This made the call to special individuals. symbol JDC in 1993 we are Yacob Berezniak-Hernandez is the shows here. Please don’t shoychet (ritual slaughterer) and spiritual what your forget us; you are leader of the orthodox synagogue in the annual campaign our inspiration. Old Jewish Quarter of Havana. His father tzedakah accomplishes. Avraham was Through the once the head of Greensboro Jewish Community Enrichment the robust 15,000 Federation, your Fund member strong tzedakah touches community and Jewish lives in our own HONOR OF: Jewish community, in their shoychet. Of: Lenny Samet birthday Israel and throughout Most of the From: Jeffrey Oleynik the diaspora. members of the
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From the Campaign Trail
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Judaism is alive in Cuba!
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By Lenny Samet, Men's 2016 Campaign Chair
support. In addition to food deliveries and meals, JDC also offers assistance such as social ews started comservices and van ing to Cuba in transportation the early 1900's. provided to the There were some elderly. Jews prior to this, The but they became an Cuban Jewish established Jewish community is community at the alive with Sunday turn of the censchool, Jewish tury. At the height education and of the population religious leaders there were about to teach the next Lenny Samet 20,000 Jews living generation about in Cuba, but following the being Jewish and celebrating revolution and the end of the their heritage. The young Soviet era and emigration, the people have a home, a place, population today stands at and a direction. They are about 1,500 people. In 1991, taught Hebrew, Torah, how after the exit of the Soviet to lead services, and Israeli Union, Dr. Jose Miller, condancing. These are the future tacted the American Jewish Jews and Jewish life that will Joint Distribution Committee continue in Cuba. (JDC) asking for help for the You may wonder about Jewish people of Cuba. anti-Semitism? There is none During our Federation’s in Cuba. Jews have never October mission to Cuba, experienced anti-Semitism in we met with a wonderful all the years Jews have been in woman named Adela Dworin, Cuba. They are respected and who was born and raised liked. Even Fidel and Raoul in Cuba and chose to never Castro attend Chanukah leave her home and the other celebrations. Fidel Castro Jews who were living there. asked Adela how many Jews Adela is the president of the are in Cuba. When Adela told Jewish Community of Cuba. him 1,500 he commented that Today the JDC provides they "make a lot of noise for assistance to many areas of so few." Jewish life in Cuba. JDC We visited the three is a partner organization synagogues in Havana: of the Greensboro Jewish Sephardic, Orthodox, and Federation. Conservative. We went to With our support, the the Ashkenazi Cemetery JDC works with Jewish and there is also a Sephardic communities in more than 70 Cemetery. Unfortunately, countries doing the kind of these cemeteries require work we witnessed in Cuba. much repair. The people of Cuba are on We all know the need rations for food and medicine. No matter what your profession, you are paid a set amount by the government. The average Cuban's salary For all your printing is approximately and direct mail needs! $25 per month. Our dollars help Office: 336.855.2622 provide medicine Toll Free: 887.271.3004 to the community pharmacy, Shabbat FREE ESTIMATES chicken meals estimates@pdmgso.com to the Jews who have no other meat each week, Jewish holiday food shipments and other nutritional 901-A Norwalk St Greensboro, NC 27407
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Lenny Samet with statue of John Lennon in Cuba.
to help fellow Jews, our extended family is great in many places around the world. I hope I have given you some perspective of the needs in Cuba. Cuba is only one of many communities where there are Jews in need of our help. Together,
through your gift to the 2016 Annual Campaign we can continue to answer these needs. The trip was amazing and I thank the Greensboro Federation staff and the volunteers who made our mission so meaningful.
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Israeli Dancing at the Patronato in Havana.
Security Issues
A security briefing for Federation staff was coordinated by Director of Finance and HR, Michele Perrell (right) with the help of the Greensboro Police Department and officer A.D. O'Brien (left) from the City of Greensboro Special Operations Division. O'Brien assisted in the review of emergency procedures with all Federation staff. The Federation is very grateful for the ongoing assistance of the city police in security matters. The officer shared great insights with the staff and also assisted in updating the Federation's Emergency Procedures Handbook.
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have loved living in Greensboro. I like the size, I like the southern accent—I was raised in Nashville, Tennessee-so I felt right at home when we moved here. My family Mimi Levin belonged to all three congregations in Nashville. We attended services at the Conservative synagogue, and we belonged to the Orthodox synagogue because my grandparents did. We also belonged to the Temple because it had a better religious school that placed more emphasis on girls’ education. I love that the two congregations in Greensboro have a similar feeling—a sense of togetherness among the Jewish
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community as a whole. When I was only ten, my father passed away. Around that time, my mother threw herself into Hadassah. I suspect she wanted to keep busy, which she did. She became president of that organization within the year, and she took her position very seriously. It was a very exciting time to be involved. Our home was full of visiting dignitaries eating with us because we kept a kosher home. Israel was created during her presidency, and there was a lot of dissention in the community leading up to that. My mother herself was a gungho Zionist. She bought the first issue of Israel bonds for $50, which she paid off in installments because she had modest means, with three children and my father gone. So I had a good example from her
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hile taxes may not be a primary motivation for charitable giving, they can influence the timing of your gift. As you consider your year-end giving, think about the following questions: · Are you tired of collecting numerous charitable receipts at tax time? · Would you like to receive an immediate tax deduction for your gift and have the flexibility to recommend distributions to the charitable organizations of your choice (both Jewish and secular) in future years? · Do you have appreciated stocks or mutual fund shares that you would like to donate this year and pay no capital gains taxes when the assets are sold? With a low minimum opening balance, a Donor Advised Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro may help you simplify your charitable giving. When you establish a Donor Advised Fund with a gift of cash, stock, real estate, or other asset, you receive an immediate tax deduction. Your fund is responsibly invested in a diversified conservative growth portfolio
with other Foundation assets, and you will receive quarterly statements of your fund activity. You then have the flexibility to decide when to recommend gifts to the charitable organizations of your choice. The staff at the Foundation confidentially and professionally handles all of the paperwork. Each check is sent with a cover letter clearly stating that the gift is from your named fund at the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro, so your gift also shows Jewish support of the general community. You will receive an acknowledgement from each charity but are not burdened with keeping receipts from charities for tax purposes; the only receipts you will need are for contributions to your fund. Susan Gutterman, JD, Endowment Director is available to answer your questions regarding Donor Advised Funds and other services of the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro by phone at 336852-0099 or by e-mail at SGutterman@ JewishFoundationNC.org.
Pictured above: Susan Gutterman, Endowment Director, with speaker Kathryn Miree, at the North Carolina Planned Giving Council meeting held at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC. Kathryn Miree will be speaking at the Committee of Professional Advisors luncheon and the Create a Jewish Legacy Solicitor Training.
to be active and to give back to the Jewish community. I love Greensboro because of the people, all of whom helped me out as I learned to serve the community here. I was very excited when I was asked to serve on the board of the Women’s Cabinet. One year I helped to cochair the Women’s Drive. I am especially proud of my role in helping to found B’nai Shalom. It was not easy, but it has been worth it. I think B’nai Shalom has been great for this community, not least because it has influenced who has moved here. I think we attracted the wonderful Rabbis
SHALOM GREENSBORO 5 we have because of the school. They probably would not have considered moving here if we had not had these school facilities for their children. I got my degree in library science because of B’nai Shalom. In its humble beginnings, before we could hire a librarian, I decided to work at the school's library and to organize parent volunteers to help run it. I have always loved books, and the idea just fell into my lap through this involvement. I am very proud of my children, all of whom are active in their Jewish communities. It is for them that I endowed my Lion of Judah. I feel that it is very important to provide for the future. Contributing to non-Jewish causes is wonderful, and I do it myself. But we need to remember that only Jews will take care of each other, and we owe it to our history to continue to do so. It is like a huge chain and we do not want to break any links.
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Todah Rabah We thank the following people for their contributions to Jewish Family Services. All contributions to JFS are used for client assistance unless otherwise specified by the donor.
NOVEMBER 2015
A Family Friendly Volunteer Activity—Everyone Can Help in the Food Pantry
Jewish Family Services Romeo Club Dorothy Wasserman Stacey and Curt Youngdale In Honor: Of: Elizabeth and Abram Fishbeyn’s 65th wedding anniversary From: Mila and Igor Kilimnik Of: Elly Cohen From: Donna Cohen Food Pantry Kathleen and Herb Baum Katy and Geoffrey Claussen Harvey Colchamiro Wendee and Ivan Cutler Erica and Andrew Herman Jill and John Masters Margaret Papa Kendra and Brian Ross Leah and Barry Strulson
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In Honor: Of: Tobee Kaplan’s birthday From: Susan and Freddy Robinson Joan Samet Of: Marcia Hermelin From: David Frazier Of: Joe LeBauer From: Andra and Aaron LeBauer Of: Joslin LeBauer From: Andra and Aaron LeBauer Of: Lenny Samet’s 70th birthday From: Elaine Abrams Rose and Victor Ackermann Patricia Andrews Arlene and Alan Bardy Renee and Jeff Berg Sylvia and Michael Berkelhammer Peggy and Nat Bernstein Fran and Steve Bombart Sherry and Larry Camras Ellen and Gary Fischer Laura and Jeffrey Friedman Tracey and Sammy Grant Ricki and Sidney Gray Risa Hanau Mollie and David Lafferman Anyta and John Ledbetter Dani and Ryan Luft Bobbie and Bernie Mann Ellen and Frank Nelson Susan and Jerrold Pinsker Susan and Freddy Robinson Erin and Keith Rosen Sara Lee and Paul Saperstein Sylvia and Jan Samet Joan Samet Ellen and Lenny Samet Deborah Kintzing and Marc Samet Joyce and Bob Shuman Janie Silvers Marian Stein and Jerry Samet Randi and Brad Semon Sue and Rob Stevens Elyse and Stuart Tafeen Adele and Robert Weinstein Stephanie Welker Rhoda and Jay Winepol
Pictured left: Students from Temple Emanuel Religious School deliver food to the JFS Food Pantry. Pictured right: Temple Emanuel Religious School students and parent join Rabbi Andy Koren to unload food for the JFS Food Pantry. Both The Temple and Beth David Synagogue collected food at the High Holidays. We thank the Temple and Beth David Synagogue for their contributions.
In Memory: Of: Alfred Freiberger From: Susan and Freddy Robinson 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.
special Yasher Koach to all of our volunteers who so graciously give of their time and energies to help make our JFS Food Pantry such a resounding success. While in the past year the number of clients we serve has grown exponentially, it is because of your donations that we have been able to help meet the challenge of food insecurity in Greensboro. Over the summer, usage of the pantry increased by 20 percent which means we are working harder to make sure the pantry is stocked. We welcome your ideas, your time and energy, your food donations, and your monetary gifts. Your volunteer efforts make all the difference. There are many ways you can get involved in this work which can be both fun and rewarding. Children especially can learn a great deal by helping in the food pantry and working with their parents. You can shop together and deliver the food and then sort and shelve it. You can come in during the week after school and help us fill the
bags for those who use the pantry. A pre-packed nourishing bag of food costs $20—children and parents can make a monetary donation in that amount and know that it will directly help someone. You can help your children appreciate the concepts of tikkun olam (repairing the world) and mitzvoth (good deeds) by doing projects with them—selling lemonade or baked goods and using the proceeds to buy food for the pantry, asking birthday guests to bring cans of food to the party, collecting coupons, or teaching them value of dividing their allowances into “save, spend, and share” pools of money. If you would like to make a monetary donation to the JFS Food Pantry, you can go on line to www. shalomgreensboro.org and click on the Donation button at the top. Or you can mail a check to JFS, attention Betsy Gamburg, at 5509-C W. Friendly Ave. in Greensboro, 27410. To volunteer, contact David Frazier at 852-4829, ext. 227 or dfrazier@shalomgreensboro.org.
The Rosalyn Saltz and Norman Seymour Pliner Scholarship Fund for Post-Secondary Education Seeks Candidate The Rosalyn Saltz and Norman Seymour Pliner Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance for fulltime post-secondary education to applicants living in North or South Carolina who demonstrate excellence in their field and advance Jewish women in leadership roles. One recipient will be chosen for the academic year 2016-2017 with one grant of $2500 awarded. Recipients must
Volunteers Make the World Go Round! Thank you to Ronnie Herbst for the wonderful challahs she baked for this year’s Rosh Hashana Senior Luncheon.
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meet selection criteria and demonstrate financial need. Rosalyn Saltz did not attend college as her family could not afford to send her. While she was always an avid learner and continued to learn independently, her lack of university education was a lifelong regret. Her three daughters, Dr. Patricia Louise Pliner, Dr. Judith Ellen Pliner, and Janice Leslie Pliner, conceived of a fund to help others achieve what their mother dreamed of doing. The Fund has assited many young women in their pursuit of higher education. These young women have attended Johns Hopkins University, Clemson University, and the University of North Carolina among others. Complete guidelines and the application are available on line at www. shalomgreensboro.org and click on the link. Applications are due by March 31, 2016.
JFS Presents Christmas at Moses Cone and Wesley Long Hospitals December 24th (Thursday) and 25th (Friday) Our jobs? Meal prep, meal delivery, reception desk, and gift shop (with special training) To sign up, contact David Frazier at Jewish Family Services at (336) 852-4829 ext. 227 or dfrazier@shalomgreensboro.org Kitchen volunteers must be 18 yrs. of age or older (16 -18 year olds are welcome to volunteer at reception and gift shop areas with supervision)
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What to Give Your Adult Child for Hanukkah? Give them JScreen By Marlene Baruch, RN, MSN, Congregational Nurse
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ow about a gift certificate for genetic testing? You probably have never given this a thought, but it is not as “far out” as it sounds. Geneticists have identified genetic markers for 19 genetic diseases that are common in the Jewish Ashkenazi community. The carriers are healthy but they can pass the diseases along to their children. Couples who are both carriers can unknowingly risk having children with one of these diseases. One in four people is a carrier for a preventable genetic disease. Young adults who plan to marry soon or sometime in the future and plan to have children need to consider genetic testing. Interfaith couples and same sex couples also need to consider genetic testing. This test is a simple easy-to-use-at-home saliva test that gives people who are planning to have children an understanding of their own genetic makeup and risks related to their children’s health. What a quick and simple way to take control and learn valuable information that will allow you to pan for your family’s health. Emory University Department of Human Genetics mails the tests kits to couples and then conducts the testing. Genetic counselors from Emory University School of Medicine privately addresses, via video screen, the test results, options and resources to ensure a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby.
JScreen is a community-based public health initiative dedicated to preventing Jewish genetic diseases, and is a department of Emory University School of Medicine Department of Human Genetics. More than 40 faculty members work side by side in basic research and Emory’s genetic team ranks in the nation’s top 10 departments. Now you are thinking this must be very expensive. For individuals with medical insurance, the cost of screening will usually not exceed $99, and is often lower, depending on insurance. For those without insurance, the price will not exceed $99. Consider the gift of genetic testing. Learn more and request your JGift card or screening kit at JScreen. org. Remember, “Your family is the most important decision of your life. Make it wisely.” Marlene can be reached at 852-4829, ext. 224 or mbaruch@shalomgreensboro.org. She is in the JFS Office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. This program is funded in part by the BJH Foundation for Senior Services.
Matnat Mitzvah Hanukah Gifts for Seniors Another JFS Family Friendly Project
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t’s that time of year again – the Festival of Lights! Add light to the lives of our seniors and homebound for Hanukah by participating in the Jewish community Matnat Mitzvah event–the Mitzvah gift! Many people in the community have no family members living locally. You make the difference between a lonely and a joyously shared holiday. Watch for the Menorah posters that will go up this month in the lobbies of Temple Emanuel, Beth David Synagogue, B’nai Shalom Day School, the American Hebrew Academy and the Greensboro Jewish Federation Building. Task a blue tag off the poster, purchase that item on the tag, and bring the gift (unwrapped) along with the tag to Jewish Family Services at 5509 C W. Friendly Avenue no later than Thursday, Dec. 3. Then join us on December 6th, at JFS from 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. for a gift
Thank You Lenny!
A heartfelt thank you to Lenny Samet for using the occasion of his birthday as an opportunity to do a mitzvah and help those in need. Lenny requested that in lieu of birthday gifts, guests make a donation to the JFS Food Pantry. Lenny’s family and friends have contributed generously to the pantry and truly made a gift of great impact. We wish Lenny a very happy birthday and a year of health and happiness. We appreciate his help and his act of tikkun olam.
Chai Notes takes on Please join us for a song session at Vatikim. November 3 Beth David Synagogue Lunch ($3) at 11:45 a.m. We will sing show tunes and watch video clips of classic Broadway performances. The Chai Notes choir will be starting a new session focused on Broadway songs. Please join us at JFS at 1:30 on the following dates: Nov. 10, Nov. 25, Dec. 1, Dec. 15. No choir experience necessary! RSVP to: Katy Claussen, 8524829, Ext. 228 Chai Notes is funded in part by the BJH Foundation for Senior Services
Please join us for a matinee at Friends Homes West 6100 West Friendly Avenue Thursday, November 5, 3:00 p.m.
Restoration
Set in Tel Aviv, this film tells a story about fathers and sons, love, and the age-old craft of furniture restoration. Snacks will be provided and a discussion will follow the film. RSVP to Katy Claussen, 852-4829, Ext. 228 Please call Marcia Hermelin for Van Reservations, 852-4829, Ext. 222.
Sponsored by Chai Notes* and the Triad Jewish Film Festival *Chai Notes is funded in part by the BJH Foundation for Senior Services.
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wrapping and delivery assignment party. All ages are welcome and this is a perfect parent-child activity. Pizza luncheon included. The Matnah Mitzvah gifts will be delivered the entire week of Chanukah. Please RSVP to David Frazier at Jewish Family Services at 336-852-4829 x 227, or email dfrazier@shalomgreensboro.org Next JFS Employment Program
Allen Unger HR Representative, Caterpillar
Managing Stress and the Job Hunt Wednesday, December 2 7:00 p.m. RSVP Betsy Gamburg 852-4829, ext. 225
Or bgamburg@shalomgreensboro.org
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Ambassador Michael Oren visits Greensboro
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n Sunday, October 4th the Greensboro Jewish Federation and UNC-G were privileged to host former Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren. Oren spoke to a crowd of nearly three-hundred people and recounted his time serving as the United States Ambassador to Israel. A current member of the Knesset, Oren welcomed questions from the audience and signed copies of his newest book, Ally. The Ambassador was also welcomed at a major donor reception at the home of Randall Kaplan and Kathy Manning.
Ambassador Oren speaks at UNC-G.
Kathy and Eric Krauss with Ambassador Michael Oren at book signing.
Ambassador Oren with Randall Kaplan and Kathy Manning. Federation President Keith Rosen, Ambassador Oren, Executive Director Marilyn Chandler, Campaign Chairs Emily Kranz and Lenny Samet.
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Federation women enjoy visit with guest speaker, Alison Lebovitz. Front row (L-R): Deborah Kintzing, Alina Spaulding, Lebovitz. Back row (L-R): Camilla Samuelson, Women's 2016 Campaign Chair Emily Kranz and Paula Katz, chair, Jewish Family Services.
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(L-R) Greensboro Jewish Federation Assistant Director of Campaign Emily Gray and the Jewish Foundation of Greensboro Endowment Director Susan Gutterman with Simara Levi.
TV Host Alison Lebovitz motivates Greensboro women Lois Mezer and Shira Chandler.
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n Wednesday, October 14th television host, author and nonprofit executive Alison Lebovitz spoke at a Women’s division gathering at the home of Joy Shavitz. Nearly fifty women enjoyed an evening of laughter and inspiration, highlighted by each woman creating her own “six word memoir”. Alison shared many stories including the creation of her nonprofit, One Clip at a Time, as well as tales of growing up in the Jewish South.
Emily Samet, Pamela Haber and Nikki Goldstein.
Maeve Kaplan, Deborah Kintzing, and Alina Spaulding with with 2016 Women's Campaign chair, Emily Kranz.
Joan Samet and Joy Shavitz, event hostess.
Sherry Dickstein, Ellen Sheridan, Alison Lebovitz, guest speaker and Anita Hyman.
Nancy Hoffmann, Sharon Segall and Camilla Samuelson.
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Beltsy Teen Visits Greensboro
NOVEMBER 2015
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ver the past 16 years, the Greensboro Jewish Federation has fostered a cultural lifeline with hundreds of Jews in the Former Soviet Union through our Greensboro-Beltsy sister-city partnership and annual summer camp, Delet. Dima Groisman, a teen from the Beltsy Jewish community, recently visited Greensboro following a speaking engagement where he addressed the annual meeting of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Board of Trustees in New York. A current college sophomore in Moldova, Dima has "grown up" as a participant in Camp Delet, where he celebrated his Bar Mitzvah, was a member of Delet's summer leadership program and now serves as a camp counselor and head of the Beltsy Jewish Community Youth Club. During his short 48 hours in Greensboro, Dima visited B'Nai Shalom Day School, met with the founding leaders of the Greensboro-Beltsy partnership and spoke to BBYO and other area teens at Temple Emanuel about his experience of growing up Jewish in the Former Soviet Union. He toured the Federation and American Hebrew Academy where he learned about the Academy Fellow's program. Dima celebrated Shabbat with former Beltsy mission participants at the home of Deborah Kintzing and Marc Samet and attended services on Saturday morning at Beth David Synagogue where he thanked the community for their support towards the revitalization of the Beltsy Jewish Community. Since the inception of the partnership, Greensboro has helped build a JCC in Beltsy, helped facilitate the installation of windows into the Beltsy hospital maternity ward, penned a book and created a video highlighting the relationship. Annual dental missions take dentists and dental students from around the
Area teens and members of BBYO meet with Dima Groisman.
state to treat members of the communities of Beltsy and Kishinev and children in Moldovan orphanages. Over 150 Greensboro youth and adults have journeyed to Beltsy over the years to volunteer at camp, offer medical expertise and counseling, and do humanitarian work. For further information about the Greensboro-Beltsy partnership and Camp Delet call the Federation at 336-852-5433 Former Beltsy participants enjoy Shabbat dinner with Dima Groisman at the home of Deborah Kintzing and Marc Samet. x238.
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VCM Studios hosted J-Triad on Friday October 16th for a Shabbat dinner. For more information on future events or how to get involved with J-Triad please email jtriad336@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/jtriad
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BJH Foundation Names 2015-2016 Board Members BJH Foundation, a Greensboro based non-profit organization, has recently named its Board of Directors for 2015-2016. BJH Foundation’s goal is to enhance the lives of older Jewish adults residing in North and South Carolina through financial support of programs benefiting this population. Grant applications for qualified organizations will be available in January 2016 at www.bjhfoundation.org.
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12 SHALOM GREENSBORO Beth David Synagogue Vatikim Vatikim is a program for seniors, age 65 and up. It includes occasional day trips, often in partnership with Temple Emanuel’s Friendship Circle; a weekly knitting group which makes items for local hospitals; special holiday luncheons and a weekly lunch and learn program featuring a speaker or entertainment, and great company, Suggested Donation: $3 per person.
Join us for Lunch & Learn UPCOMING TOPICS - at 11:45 11/3 Chai Notes w/ Cantor Katy Claussen 11/10 Cards, Coloring, Board Games & More 11/17 Jews & Text with Rabbi Ross 11/24 92Y Video Series Debut: Anthony Bourdain & Jacques Pepin (92 St Y Fall 2015 Lineup Generously donated by Norman and Sylvia Samet) 12/1/2015 Medicare 101 with Jillian Reich Free. RSVPs appreciated Refreshments will be served.
50 Years After Nostra Aetate 11/18, 7:15 p.m. Catholic, Jewish & Latino Relations in the Age of a Latino Pope. 2015 marks the 50th anniversary since the groundbreaking Vatican II Council and Nostra Aetate forever transformed Catholic-
Community Jewish relations. In the U.S. today, the majority of Latino individuals identify as Catholic. Come learn from a distinguished panel on the current state of CatholicJewish relations, particularly during the age of Pope Francis, the first Pope from Latin America. (Presented by the Archdiocese of New York and the ADL)
Dennis Ross & Alan Dershowitz with Ethan Bronner: The US-Israel Relationship 12/16, 7:15 p.m. They’re from opposite sides of the aisle, but equally expert when it comes to setting the record straight on Israel. Dennis Ross, who has been a direct participant in shaping U.S. policy towards Israel and the Middle East for nearly 30 years — first in the George H. W. Bush administration, then as Bill Clinton’s Middle East Peace envoy, and then as a special assistant to the president under Barack Obama. His new book is Doomed to Succeed. Alan Dershowitz has been a consultant to several presidential commissions and has advised presidents, UN officials, prime ministers, governors, senators and members of Congress. His latest book is The Case Against The Iran Deal: How Can We Now Stop Iran from Getting Nukes?
Adult Education: History of Jewish Mysticism Thursday, November 5, 7:00 p.m. Rabbi Ross will facilitate our look at contemplative practices from Maimonides, Abulafia, Isaac Luria, and the Baal Shem Tov. In November, we will begin a weekly meditation circle on Thursday evenings. Different approaches to meditation will be discussed and experimented with.
Religious School: Shabbat School Starting Saturday, November 7, 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. November 7 through February 27, our Sunday religious school will switch to Shabbat School. Religious school families, B’nai Shalom families and unaffiliated families are invited to join us for this exciting morning. Each week we will have: Mishpachah Minyan – brief family services where we can all learn about the structure, choreography and meaning of the Shabbat prayers. Small-group Student Discussions – Age-appropriate discussions on Liturgy as well as Jewish Morals & Ethics. Shabbat Lunch - After services conclude, each week the school community and the shul community will gather for a family-friendly Shabbat lunch. For religious school families the meal is free. For other families, we charge $5.00 per person or $20.00 for the family. (No one will be turned away for lack of funds. We will collect money for these meals in the office prior or after the meals.) Shabbat School will run from 9:00 a.m. -11:45 a.m. to coincide with the end of services.
Beth David Gift Shop Chanukah Sale, SUNDAY, NOV. 15, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
NOVEMBER 2015 Beth David Musar Group
Saturday, November 16 (and every 3rd Shabbat after that) A group focused on everyday holiness and ethical/spiritual growth, led by Rabbi Geoff and Cantor Katy Claussen, meeting 9:15-10:15 a.m. on the third Shabbat of each month (beginning November 16). The group will be using the book Everyday Holiness by Alan Morinis. For more information, contact:geoffrey. claussen@gmail.com or katy.claussen@ gmail.com. Childcare will always be available on these Shabbatot.
BDS Comedy Night with
Cory Kahaney
Cory Kahaney Saturday Nov. 21 7:30 p.m. Cocktails and Comedy with Cory. Cory Kahaney, one of the funniest new comedians to hit the circuit, will be presenting her special brand of comedy at Beth David on Saturday night. Cost $36, purchase online at the Beth David website or directly at the synagogue. Contacthgoldberg@bdgso.org for details.
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Temple takes 7th and 8th Graders Fall River Rafting
River rafting excitement, one of the four boats on the Nantahala River.
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n the few days between Yom Kippur and the start of Sukkot this year (September 25-27), the seventh and eighth grade classes from Temple Emanuel’s Religious School went on a three-day, two-night white water river rafting trip in western North Carolina. The trip, led by Temple Middle School teacher Sara Kramer and Rabbi Andy Koren, featured a Shabbat experience together with rafting on two different rivers in the greater Asheville area. Due to recent heavy rainfalls, the rivers were running - fast enhancing the fun for everyone. The students learned how to paddle together as a team. River guides also taught them ways to effectively navigate the Class 2 and 3 rapids. During the hours off the river, students explored the connection between
Shredding Fund-raiser
Sunday, November 1, 10:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. $5/Box or Bag (Banker-sized) Back by popular demand. Safely discard sensitive documents and support the Temple – proceeds benefit the Temple Emanuel Religious School.
Jewish Community Blood Drive
Sunday, November 1, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. To make an appointment, call Brenda at (336) 292-7899.
StandWithUs Tuesday, November 10, 7:30 p.m. Michelle Rojas-Tal to speak on the topic of “Why Israel Matters - Pro Israel Activism” at Temple Emanuel. The lecture is sponsored by Temple Emanuel, Beth David Synagogue and the Greensboro Jewish Federation. The guest speaker will be Michelle Rojas-Tal, Director of Diaspora Education at StandWithUs in Jerusalem. StandWithUs is an international, non-profit Israel education organization which has done significant work in training pro Israel college activists on American College Campuses. Rojas-Tal has spoken all over the world to diverse audiences about the relationships among the diverse ethnic groups in Israel and Israel’s relationships in the Middle East. According to Rabbi Fred Guttman, “Michelle is one of the most inspiring speakers I have ever heard on why Israel matters.” Please feel free to bring family and friends to this meaningful lecture.
being Jewish and nature. In addition, the girls met to discuss the Rosh Hodesh: It’s A Girl Thing program while the boys had a conversation connected to the Shevet Achim program. Temple 6th through 8th Grade youth participate in these enrichment programs during Sunday Religious School once a month. The group spent Friday night at a river bunkhouse. On Saturday night, they stayed at the JCC building in Asheville. Upcoming programs for Temple 7th and 8th Graders include the NFTY Mid Atlantic Junior Youth Kallah retreat in Raleigh, N.C. (January 28-31, 2016) and a spring trip to Charlottesville, Va. (April 29-May 1). For more information, please contact Rabbi Andy Koren, akoren@ tegreensboro.org, 336-292-7899.
Schmooze with the Rabbi at the O. Henry
Wednesday, November 18, 12:00 p.m. Enjoy a casual lunch with the Temple Rabbis along with other friends in the Pavilion at the O.Henery. 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 Noah at (336) 2927899 or ndomont@tegreenboro.org.
Programs for Tots
Friday, November 20, 6:00 p.m. – Tot Shabbat and Oneg For more information about tot programs, contact Louise Van Schaack at 292-7899 ext. 302 or lvanschaack@ tegreensboro.org
Holiday Artisan’s Bazaar
Sunday, November 22, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The bazaar will feature many hand crafted items including jewelry, yarn, felted crafts, pottery and Judaic items for Chanukah. Please come out and support the Early Childhood Engagement Center at Temple Emanuel and get your holiday shopping done.
NW Greensboro Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Tuesday, November 24, 7:00 p.m. Temple will host a Thanksgiving service with other faith communities in the northwest area of Greensboro to benefit Greensboro Urban Ministry and the Interactive Resource Center, two important organizations in our community working on the problems of hunger, homelessness, and poverty.
Boys and girls from Temple Emanuel spend an amazing Shabbat and weekend in the great outdoors.
“Rima’s Recipes"
Savory Greens & Feta Pie (dairy)
This remake of Spanikopita is winter comfort food at its best. This version uses kale and spinach, both bursting with dietary fiber, vitamin K and antioxidants. The cinnamon imparts just a hint of sweetness, which helps to mellow out the strong flavors of the dark leafy greens and Feta cheese. Serve alongside a mixed greens salad for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients 2½ Tbsp. olive oil, divided 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups kale, chopped 2 cups spinach, chopped 2 egg whites, lightly beaten ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped ½ cup non-fat or reduced-fat cottage cheese
6 oz. reduced-fat feta, crumbled ½ cup freshly grated parmesan ½ tsp. cinnamon Salt and pepper, to taste 5 sheets phyllo dough sheets, thawed
Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 375 F degrees. Heat 1½ Tbsp. olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook about 5-7 minutes, until onion is golden. Add garlic; cook another 2-3 minutes. Turn heat to medium-high. Add kale and spinach. Cook until greens are cooked and bright green. Remove from heat. 2. In medium bowl, mix egg whites, parsley, cottage cheese, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese and cinnamon. Add greens mixture to bowl; mix well. Add salt and pepper, as desired. 3. Drizzle a little olive (about ½ Tbsp.) onto 9-inch deep-dish pie pan. Lay down one phyllo dough sheet. Turn pie pan and lay second phyllo dough sheet on top of first one, so there is excess phyllo dough sheets hanging off of all sides of pan. Top two phyllo dough sheets with half of greens-egg mixture; spread evenly. Lay 2 more phyllo dough sheets in opposite directions. Drizzle 1 tsp. olive oil over top of phyllo dough sheets; then top with remaining half of greens-egg mixture. Lay last phyllo dough sheet on top; then drizzle 1 tsp. olive oil over phyllo sheet. Fold all sides of phyllo dough on top of pie. Drizzle with remaining olive oil. 4. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until pie is cooked through and phyllo crust is golden brown and crispy. Serves 6-8. Rima Kleiner, MS, RD, LDN Registered Dietitian | Nutrition Consultant | c 703.877.9339 | rima@kleinernutrition.com Find me at kleinernutrition.com or on Twitter @RimaKleinerMSRD
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American Hebrew Academy
Four-time Olympic Gold medalist swimmer Lenny Krayzelburg addressed the students at AHA tellng them to, “Take advantage of every opportunity and don't take things for granted.”
Olympic Gold Medalist Lenny Krayzelburg shared his story at the American Hebrew Academy
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he American Hebrew Academy hosted four-time Olympic Gold medalist swimmer Lenny Krayzelburg on the boarding school’s Greensboro campus on September 17, 2015. Krayzelburg told his personal story of being a Ukrainian Jewish immigrant to the U.S. who rose to fame as a swimmer. He is a four-time Olympic gold medalist in swimming from the 2000, and 2004 Olympic Games, the 1998 World Champion in 100m and 200m backstroke, 11-time United States National Champion, and has owned five world records in backstroke. He told the assembled crowd - the faculty, staff and students of the American Hebrew Academy, the upper school from B’nai Shalom Day School, and members of the local community - how hard he had worked to win his Olympic medals. “From a very young age I understood the importance of hard work and dedication,” Krayzelburg shared, citing the intense swimming training schedule he endured as a child in the former Soviet Union. “There are no shortcuts to success. You have to do the work, and you have to do it every single day.” He also shared how difficult it was to grow up Jewish in Odessa: “With a last name like Krayzelburg, you kind of stand out. There weren’t many ‘Krayzelburgs’ in the former Soviet Union, and I was the only Jewish kid on my team… and it was definitely tough at times. I was called names. And I didn’t understand why, and my parents had to explain it to me. They explained to me that being Jewish meant the opportunities and possibilities might be limited, and I might have to work harder to achieve things.” This story resonates at the American Hebrew Academy, the only international Jewish college prep boarding school in the world. At the Academy, Jewish students from all over the United States and the world study together. Over the past five years, the American Hebrew Academy has enjoyed a 25% increase in international enrollment, which has included numerous students from Russia and many other Russian speaking countries.
Lenny Krayzelburg
Krayzelburg told about how he overcame adversity not only as a Jewish child in Odessa, but as a new immigrant to the United States, where he had to work throughout high school in addition to managing his school work and learning a new language and culture. And not only did he struggle to assimilate culturally, his swimming suffered setbacks as well: “I was in 10th grade, 5’5” and 105 pounds,” Krayzelburg shared, explaining that he considered simply giving up the sport at that juncture. But his determination shone through, and his parents pushed him to succeed. “I learned never to compare myself to others. That can make or break an athletic career,” he said. “I learned to only judge myself by myself, not by others.” And it was that attitude that led him to success in the Olympic Games. “In 2000 I won three gold medals. I realized a dream that I strived towards for many many years,” Krayzelburg said. “And this is only because I worked hard. Fifteen years from tomorrow night is the anniversary of the night I won my first gold medal for the 100 meters backstroke.” And he took out his medal and passed it through the crowd, allowing the assembled students to hold it in their hands, and hang it around their necks. “What is the most important lesson I can share with you today?” Krayzelburg closed, “Take advantage of every opportunity and don't take things for granted.”
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www.shalomgreensboro.org B’nai Shalom Day School 6th and 7th Grade Hosted Interfaith Sukkot Event The B'nai Shalom Upper School, under the coordination of Mrs. Margene Patrick (Art) and Mrs. Sandra Carroll (Social Studies), invited Our Lady of Grace Catholic School sixth graders to have lunch in the Sukkah to celebrate Sukkot. The 6th and 7th grade students shared information on Sukkot with the students from OLG who are currently studying the Old Testament in their religion classes. OLG students toured the school, took part in a "getting to know you" activity and created paper birds that were hung in the Sukkah at the close of the program. Students also shared apples and honey
Why Do I Support B’nai Shalom Day School? By Micah Goldstein
You may ask: why do I support B’nai Shalom Day school? For me, the answer is simple: I want to ensure that B’nai Shalom can provide an outstanding Jewish education to every child who applies to our school. For Learning. For Leading. For Jewish Life. These words are fulfilled every day at B’nai Shalom Day School. The teachers and staff at B’nai Shalom educate our children
Chabad of Greensboro Menorah Workshop @ the Home Depot Sunday, November 22, 2:00 p.m., 3215 Brassfield Rd. No Charge, RSVP Required Build your own Menorah ~ Free worker’s apron ~ Music ~ Refreshments ~ Fun for the whole family ~ Parents accompany children. For more information email Hindy@ ChabadGreensboro.com or call 336-6178120
Greensboro’s Largest Canorah The Chabad Jewish Center & B’nai Shalom Day School Invite you to join us in building & lighting of Greensboro’s Largest Canorah on Sunday, December 6, 4:30 p.m. Menorah Build.
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COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT B’nai Shalom students welcome Our Lady of Grace Catholic School students into the sukkah.
before leaving. This event was the first in an effort to reach out for cultural and social interaction with other schools, and the success of the event could be summed up in the words of Joseph Sloyan (OLG)
who said: "I really like that everyone is so friendly, and everyone knows each other.". B'nai Shalom looks forward to visiting Our Lady of Grace in the near future.
to be smart, confident Jewish leaders. The dedicated faculty enhances the classroom environment with innovative learning tools, and with love. Our campus is safe and secure. However, tuition costs are out of reach for many families who want to send their child(ren) to B’nai Shalom. Your generous support means that we will not have to turn a child away from our school for financial reasons, one of the tenets the school was founded on 45 years ago. As Rabbi Mitchel Malkus of the Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School wrote: “When families choose a day school, they are making an investment in their children, the
Jewish present and the Jewish future.” This year, B’nai Shalom is blessed to have a generous donor offer a $100,000 Challenge Grant to the school. Every new and increased gift to the 2015-16 Annual Fund Campaign will be matched in full. Please join me. Invest in our children. Choosing to support B’nai Shalom Day school means an investment in their – and our – Jewish future. You can make a donation to B’nai Shalom at www.bnaishalom.org or by contacting Rachel Wolf at 336-897-0706 or rwolf@bnai-shalom.org. Micah Goldstein is President of the B’nai Shalom Day School Board of Trustees and is the parent of Jack ’17, Reid ‘19, and Tyler ’23.
5:00 p.m. Menorah Lighting & Chanukah Celebration At Center City Park, 200 N. Elm St. For more information call 336-6178120 or visit www.ChabadGreensboro. com
Winter Camp
Warm up the winter with C.G.I. December 21-25, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For boys & Girls ages 4-13 Monday: Tumblebees/Rock Climbing Tuesday: Bumper Jumper/Airbound Wednesday: Ice Skating Thursday: Bricks4Kidz Friday: Bowling *All trips subject to change Daily Trips. Exciting Activities. Arts n’ Crafts. Delicious Lunch Served. Price: $225 (Including Lunch) $50 per day. Sign up today.RSVP 336-617-8120 CGI@ChabadGreensboro.com
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Hold the Date for the Annual Chanukah Café The Greensboro Jewish community is invited to the annual all-school show on Thursday, December 10, 6:30 p.m. in the Beth David Synagogue Social Hall. Join the school for musical renditions of favorite Chanukah songs and a theatrical performance, an adaptation of the story “The Magic Dreidels” by Eric A. Kimmel, by lower school students. Call 336-8555091 for more information. Learn more about B’nai Shalom Day School at www.bnai-shalom.org.
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