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Community Resource Guide of Southeast Louisiana 5778-5779 • 2018-2019

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engage an active young professional Jewish community in the Greater New Orleans area and develop Jewish participants and leaders. We provide the next generation with opportunities for professional networking, community service, educational and social engagement while celebrating our Jewish idenJEWISH AGENCIES tity, unique traditions, and the future Jewish Federation of Greater of Jewish New Orleans.

JNOLA is the NextGen proNew Orleans gram of the Jewish Federation of 3747 W. Esplanade Avenue Greater New Orleans, and is generGoldring-Woldenberg Jewish Com- ously sponsored by the Oscar J. munity Campus Tolmas Charitable Trust.

Metairie, LA 70002 504-780-5600 The Jewish Endowment jewishnews@jewishnola.com Chief Executive Officer: Arnie D. Foundation of Louisiana: Fielkow - arnie@jewishnola.com 615 Baronne Street, Suite 150 New Orleans, LA 70113 President: Henry A. Miller In New Orleans and around the 504-524-4559 phone world, we’re making a real differ- 504-524-4259 fax ence for real people. Together, we jef@jefno.org care for those in need, rescue those Executive Director : Sandy Levy in harm’s way, and renew and President: Andrea S. Lestelle strengthen the Jewish people in Create a Jewish Legacy, Secure a New Orleans, in Israel and around Jewish Future About Us the world.

Since 1913, the Jewish Federa- The Jewish Endowment tion of Greater New Orleans has Foundation of Louisiana: served as the central coordinating Preserves the past, supports the body for the Jewish community. Its present, and invests in the future of purpose is to build and sustain a our Jewish community. vibrant Jewish community in the Since 1967, the Jewish EndowGreater New Orleans area and, in ment Foundation has served as a accordance with Jewish tradition, repository of funds for planned givto assure the continuity of the Jew- ing, sustaining our Jewish commuish people in America, Israel and nity by assisting in emergencies throughout the Diaspora. and encouraging new projects and initiatives. JEF has an outstanding Jnola: Your Hub for Next reputation for responsible investing and is trusted to steward charitable Gen Jewish Life Tana Velen, NextGen & Pro- funds for many of our Jewish orgagramming Manager – tana@jew- nizations and individuals. JEF’s General Fund played a vital role in ishnola.com - 504.780.5628 our Jewish community by contribWebsite: www.jnola.com JNOLA serves the Jewish Next uting to the renewal effort followGen community in New Orleans ing Hurricane Katrina.

Mission (ages 21-45) through a variety of In 1967, a group of leaders programming including social dreamed of an endowment for the engagement, professional networking, cultural, educational and ser- Jewish community in New Orleans vice opportunities, and develop- that would: Become a repository of funds ment and philanthropy. given by people who shared their JNOLA was established by a joint collaboration of former pro- vision of a strong and vibrant Jewgrams: The Jewish Federation of ish community; Attract individuals and families Greater New Orleans’ Young Adult to invest some portion of their life’s Division (YAD), Jewish Newcomers Program, J-Grad Student Reten- good fortune to ensure the future of tion Program, and the Jewish Com- generations to come; Provide endowed funds to benemunity Center’s (JCC) Young Jews fit the whole Federation family of of the Crescent City (YJCC). agencies and other organizations of Our Mission Jewish interest.

JNOLA seeks to attract and The Jewish Light Presents The 5778-5779 * 2018-2019 The Jewish Community Resource Guide of New Orleans, Northshore, and Baton Rouge

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Community Resource Guide Purpose JEF is a non-profit corporation established to receive, administer and allocate funds and property to serve the Jewish Federation, its network of beneficiary agencies and institutions, the Jewish community of New Orleans and other tax exempt organizations. Its major functions include development of the community’s bequest and endowment programs, the investment and management of charitable funds for Jewish institutions and agencies.

Income earned from Unrestricted gifts made to JEF’s General Fund supports endowment administration and provides grants to Jewish agencies and “seed money” for new and innovative projects not covered by annual budgets. Agencies may propose projects that allow them to be on the cutting edge of community planning.

The purpose of JEF grant awards is to encourage agencies to stay current with the Jewish community’s changing needs, to be in the vanguard of new and developing patterns of Jewish life, pointing the direction for communal organizations, pioneering on the frontiers of Jewish communal existence.

Create Your Jewish Legacy Jewish tradition teaches that one of our key duties is to make the world a better place for future generations. Chances are you already donate to the Jewish charitable organizations of your choice. But have you considered including those organizations in your will so that you can continue to make a difference for generations to come?

Whether you use a will or other estate planning vehicle, your generosity can do a world of good. The Jewish Endowment Foundation of Louisiana and an estate planning professional can help you start this rewarding process. The legacy planning process can engender heartfelt conversations with your family and build bonds with your partners in the community. When you create your Jewish legacy you reflect what is most important and meaningful to you and help to ensure our community’s Jewish future will be bright.

President: Neil Kohlman Who We Are For 162 years, JCRS has served at-risk, dependent and financially challenged Jewish children and families from seven (7) Mid-South states: Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, and Tennessee by providing college scholarships, grants for Jewish summer camp experiences, special needs assistance, and other vital outreach programs that are pivotal in building one’s Jewish identity.

Today, JCRS remains vital, impactful, and more necessary than ever. In 2015, over 1600 children and families were served from more than 200 communities across our region.

This year, we anticipate a larger than normal deficit in our budget due to increased requests for services.

How We Are Different JCRS is a unique Jewish agency.

Nowhere else in the United States can a family obtain under one roof case management in the form of funding for a child with special needs, substantially funded camp and education scholarship assistance and Jewish outreach. Whether it is through a one-time special needs assessment or a lifetime of therapy and care, a subscription to the PJ Library that provides free Jewish themed books to children up through age eleven, a Jewish summer camp grant, or an undergraduate aid package, we are here to help as best we can. Impressive as these figures and impact seem, they are insufficient to the enormous needs at hand.

Our Services All scholarship programs are needs-based, except for PJ Library and PJ Our Way which are open to all Jewish youth ages 6 months to pre-teen, regardless of need. Nearly 40% of our clients come from single-parent homes and many are being raised by someone other than their biological parents – grandparents, other family members, foster care. The typical family has 5 members within the household and the combined average gross income is less than $70,000 per year.

3747 W. Esplanade Avenue Metairie, LA 70002 P: 504.887.5158 F: 504.780.5639 www.nojcc.org Leslie Fischman, Executive Director Wendy Goldberg, MSW, Associate Executive Director/Scholarship Coordinator (Metairie) Mission The mission of the Greater New Orleans Jewish Community Center is to promote and ensure the wellbeing of our Jewish community and to instill an understanding of Judaism and its heritage by providing a Center where all can enjoy, learn, experience and share in quality activities in a Jewish environment.

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Jewish Children’s Regional New Orleans Jewish Community Center Service P.O. Box 7368 Metairie, LA 70010-7368 (504) 828-6334 www.jcrs.org Executive Director: Ned Goldberg, ACSW/LCSW Email: ned@jcrs.org THE

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ter’s long, rich history dates back to 1855 when the Young Men’s Hebrew and Literary Society was formed. In 1891, the Young Men’s Hebrew Association was organized by members of the fashionable Harmony Club. They erected a building in 1895 on the corner of Clio Street and St. Charles Avenue, which was used by citizens of New Orleans for debates and musical activities. In 1939, the Young Men’s and Young Women’s Hebrew Association opened a new building on Clio Street to replace the original, which was destroyed by fire.

A second fire in 1947 destroyed that building. In 1948, the agency relocated to the Jewish Children’s Home at 5342 St. Charles Avenue and changed its name to the Jewish Community Center of New Orleans.

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Community Resource Guide of the Jewish Children’s Home until 1966 when that building was replaced by the present facility. A $4 million renovation of the Uptown facility was completed in 1997. In 1986, a satellite facility was established in Metairie to better serve the membership. The Center continues to serve the Metairie members with the stateof-the-art facility, opened January 2003 at 3747 W. Esplanade. The Jewish Community Center continues to serve the entire New Orleans community with quality programming in the areas of pre-school education, physical education, public affairs, political forums, lectures, and, especially, Jewish education.

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Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans

Compassion, Respect & Dignity 3300 West Esplanade Avenue S #603, Metairie, LA 70002 Phone: (504) 831-8475 Fax: (504) 831-1130 Call to make an appointment Metairie: (504) 831-8475 The Northshore office is located at 1350 Park Drive, Suite B, Mandeville, LA 70471. Appointments by phone only. No walk-ins accepted.

Northshore: (985) 869-2232 www.jfsneworleans.org Executive Director: Roselle M. Ungar, CFRE roselle@jfsneworleans.org President: Laurence Manshel Our Mission Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans (JFS) is a social service agency dedicated to preserving, strengthening and enhancing the well-being and self-sufficiency of individuals and families at every stage of life.

Jewish Family Service is a constituent agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans and a community impact partner of United Way of Southeast Louisiana.

Our History Jewish Family Service was initially created when the Jewish Children’s Home closed in 1948. JFS

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became a separate organization, with its own 501 (c)(3) status in 1976, and opened its doors to people of all faiths in 1982. JFS now serves Greater New Orleans individuals and families regardless of race, religion, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. Services are available on a sliding-scale fee scale based on household income.

Through the years, the scope of the agency has increased tremendously. JFS helps the community strengthen the family and the individual to reach their full potential through various programs and services including: providing individual and group counseling, educating our young people about depression and suicide prevention, promoting independence for the elderly, providing case management, and assisting in adoptions.

Jewish Community Services Passover In celebration of Passover, JFS organizes an annual Passover Food Basket event. Each year, dozens of eager JFS volunteers come together to sort food items, pack boxes of kosher food, and have a great time!

Children and teens decorate bags and gift cards, while adults sort matzah boxes and jars of gefilte fish.

This collaborative event is a very important part of Passover at JFS. Financial Resource Center The Jewish Family Service Financial Resource Center (JFSFRC) offers interest-free loans to Jewish individuals and families whose needs are urgent and who may not qualify through traditional financial resources.

JFS-FRC loan programs change lives, working to promote self-sufficiency with dignity. To be eligible to apply for an interest-free loan, applicants must be Jewish, 25 or over, with a history of financial independence. Applicants must be residents of Greater New Orleans for at least 1 year prior to application. Net assets not to exceed $50,000 exclusive of primary residence and primary vehicles. All loans require co-signers.

Emergency Financial Assistance – Grants: Assists normally self-supporting individuals with money for rent, moving expenses, security deposit, car repair or used car purchase, and medical and dental emergencies.

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transportation for members of the Jewish community who are 65 years of age or older or are unable to drive due to disability. Participants receive discounted coupons that are used as cash for Ron M’s Cab Service, Metry Cab, White Fleet, United, and Yellow Checker Taxi companies. There is no financial requirement to participate.

Clients use these coupons for transportation to everything from grocery shopping and doctors’ appointments to temple services or even to a friend’s home for a visit.

The coupons provide much needed assistance to older adults who are no longer driving their own cars.

The coupons can be used along, or in combination with cash to help lower the cost of transportation.

Through the generosity of Mrs. Adele Cahn, the cost for the program is minimal. For $5, Jewish seniors receive a $20 book of taxi coupons, with a limit of 7 coupon books per quarter. The registration process is simple, with one short form to fill out and only one proof of age to submit. The coupons are only valid for Catch-a-Cab subscribers.

Bikur Chaverim Bikur Chaverim, “visiting friends,” is a volunteer-based program providing home visits to adults who are homebound or partially homebound. The visits focus on creating relationships to have every individual feel alive, to give and receive wisdom, enjoyment and companionship, and to feel value through each stage of life.

The goal of this visit is to have both parties feel purpose and meaning through being together.

Senior Care Planning Are you struggling to care for aging relatives and don’t know where to turn for resources and information? Our Senior Care Planners can provide you and your family personalized guidance and information specific to the needs of your loved one – helping you navigate through life transitions.

In January 2016, JFS launched the Senior Care Planning Program to offer options and resources for families with aging loved ones. Clients consult with a staff member in person or by phone to determine available choices for short and long-term needs.

Information on the following topics is available: • Home-based Services • Residential Care Options • Financial Planning THE

Community Resource Guide • Health Insurance • Caregiver Support The cost of this program is on a sliding-fee scale based on income.

Homemaker Are you seeking help to accommodate your growing needs or those of an elderly family member?

JFS offers assistance to people wanting to remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible. Since 1975, the JFS Homemakers have provided housekeeping and transportation on sliding-fee scale basis. The average fee is $30 per visit, but may run higher or lower depending upon household income. There are no age restrictions on this service.

Our highly trained and experienced homemaker staff is sensitive to their client’s needs. Each client is paired with a specific homemaker staff member, guaranteeing continuity of care and peace of mind.

The assured quality of the Homemaker program is reached through continuous supervision and ongoing training.

Homemakers visit clients twice monthly for a period of 2.25 hours.

Visits are set for a regular time.

Homemaker services include: • Cleaning the kitchen • Cleaning the bathroom • Mopping • Dusting • Transportation for errands • Grocery shopping • Meal preparation Lifeline What is Lifeline?

Lifeline is a personal emergency response system providing immediate assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With the push of a button, a signal is transmitted which indicates the need for assistance with a medical emergency or a safety concern in or around your home.

Why Choose Philips Lifeline?

• 2 way voice contact with highly trained professionals at a nationwide Monitoring Center • Individual Care Plans allow you to select who will respond to act on your behalf • Highly recommended by healthcare professionals • Provides peace of mind and promotes safety while living independently in your own home • Leader in product developTHE

ment and technology • All buttons are lightweight and 100% waterproof Why Choose Jewish Family Service of New Orleans as Your Lifeline Provider?

• Installation in your home is performed by a trained JFS agency service technician • All equipment inventory is locally managed for updates, replacements and repairs • Contact from our local volunteer program provides monthly testing reminders • Community outreach education for seniors or groups • CEU presentations available for healthcare professionals • Community Liaison services available for additional questions or assistance How do I get started?

Call 504-831-8475 to begin the process. A Lifeline representative will ask you a few questions to help determine the best service, develop a personal care plan for you and schedule an installation appointment.

How much does it cost?

The monthly costs are based on the type of service you select and the level of technology. Monitoring fees are month to month with no long term contracts.

Types of Service All service packages include an in home communicator unit and a personal help button. All units require an active electric power connection. Lifeline can be installed with traditional landline or wireless phone service.

Basic Service • Provides in home coverage • Help button may be worn on a neck pendant or wristband • This system requires the client push the help button anytime assistance is needed • High quality two-way voice communication unit Auto Alert Service • Provides in home coverage • This help button is available only as a neck pendant • If a fall is detected, the Auto Alert feature will automatically generate a signal for help • This button may also be manually pushed if assistance is needed • High quality two-way voice communication unit

Go Safe Mobile Service • Home, away from home or traveling AT&T technology detects help signals • GPS feature can determine your location • This help button is available only as a neck pendant and requires charging • If a fall is detected, the AutoAlert feature will automatically generate a signal for help • Two-way voice communication through both unit and button • This mobile help button is purchased by subscriber

Installation Process An installation appointment will be scheduled at your home once you select the appropriate service best suited to your needs. Our staff will answer any questions and demonstrate all the features of your Lifeline unit and button during installation. They will help you send in your first signal and speak to the monitoring center.

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Adoption Home Studies JFS is pleased to offer adoption home studies, pre-adoption counseling and post-placement studies.

The service educates families about the adoption process and the special issues that adoptive families face.

The state of Louisiana requires a home study for any couple or individual who wants to adopt. If a family is planning to adopt internationally, a home study is required by the Immigration and Naturalization Service as well.

A home study consists of 4-6 interviews, one of which is a home visit. An individual interview is held with each member of the adoptive family to obtain biographical information. The main purpose of the home study, however, is to educate families about adoption and the special issues that adoptive families face.

Adoptive parents must deal with such things as explaining adoption to their child, handling their child’s questions about his or her biological parents, and to understand that both heredity and environment work together to create a unique person.

Behavioral Health Intern Training Center JFS established the Behavioral Health Intern Training Center to offer counseling services at reduced rates to area residents of all faiths, while training Masters-level social work and counseling students. Graduate student interns receive training and learn about various JFS programs, while serving a wide range of individuals and families. Counseling services are available on a sliding-fee scale based on household income.

The Center fosters the growth and education of Louisiana’s future mental health professionals.

Case Management Case Management is the vital link providing people not only concrete solutions, but also emotional support and peace of mind. JFS has a professional case management staff that is highly trained to meet the changing needs of older adults and families with compassion and objectivity.

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The JFS Case Management staff has years of experience navigating the complex mazes of available options for various situations.

We keep up to date with constantly changing resources and information, saving you from needless frustration and costly mistakes. Case management is available on a sliding-fee scale.

JFS Case Management Referrals • Living options • Homemaker and sitter services • Lifeline emergency response system • Home repair and maintenance • Assistance with personal care • Alzheimer’s assessment and care • Family counseling • Transportation services • Meal services Counseling • Anxiety • Anger • Bullying • Depression • Grief and Loss • Impulse Control • Parenting Skills • Social Skills • Stress JFS counseling services are designed to provide guidance and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and children of all faiths. Our licensed professional staff can assist with a wide variety of therapeutic needs: JFS therapists are all Masterslevel mental health professionals or Masters-level student interns.

JFS therapists use a variety of treatment modalities depending on client needs.

We also offer: Parenting Coordination, a structured program focusing on teaching parents positive co-parenting skills, to manage ongoing issues in highconflict child custody cases Psychoeducation for diversion clients referred by the courts, to teach new decision making skills • Prepare/Enrich relationship inventory and skills building program • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) • Play therapy for children ages 5 and up • JFS currently accepts Medicare and the following health insurance plans: Aetna, United THE

Community Resource Guide Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Connect, Tricare, and Gilsbar. • Counseling services are also available on sliding-fee scale based on household income, ranging from $18-$120 per hour. All clients are asked to bring in pay stubs, tax returns or other proof of income to be assessed on the sliding scale.

Groups Among the many services offered by JFS, are several therapeutic, psychoeducational, social skills, and support groups designed to help individuals and families cope with various life challenges.

Teen Life Counts TLC is a free, school-based suicide prevention and education program for middle and high school students in the Greater New Orleans area.

What is Teen Life Counts?

For more than 30 years, Teen Life Counts (TLC) has provided school-based suicide prevention and awareness to students in the Greater New Orleans community.

This psychoeducational prevention curriculum utilizes professionally trained staff and volunteers to inform students about teen suicide statistics, the stigma associated with mental illness, the warning signs of suicide, how to have a conversation with peers and adults, and where to get help. Additional educational programming is available for school staff, parents, mental health professionals and other Gatekeepers in the community. Thanks to generous donors, TLC is offered free of charge to middle and high school students at any public, private, parochial and charter schools upon request in the Greater New Orleans and surrounding area.

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Trafficking Assistance USCRI Program Case Management for Unaccompanied Minors and Victims of Human Trafficking is available through funding from U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI).

Post Release Service to Unaccompanied Minors The USCRI program serves foreign-born children who are fleeing dangerous situations in their home countries and arrive in the United States as unaccompanied minors.

Clients are referred by USCRI, and are typically in need of services including: safety assessments, securing school placement, counseling, legal support, and evaluation of caregiver Trafficking Victim Assistance Program (TVAP) The TVAP program serves foreign-born victims of sex and labor trafficking. Clients are referred by USCRI or self-referrals. Clients are provided comprehensive case management including legal support, housing, clothing, food, safety, medical services, ESL, and counseling.

Workshops & Continuing Education JFS offers high quality continuing education seminars on relevant and innovative topics for mental health professionals in the community. These sessions are open to the general public, but are specifically offered for the benefit of colleagues and peers who are required to receive educational credit hours to stay appraised of current practices and modalities.

JFS serves people in the Greater New Orleans area regardless of race, religion, disability, gender or sexual orientation.

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Baton Rouge 4845 Jamestown Avenue, Suite #210 Baton Rouge, LA 70809 225.379.7393 www.jewishbr.org Executive Director: Ellen Sager Email: Ellen.Sager@jewishbr.org President: Silvia Dewitt About Us The Jewish Federation of Greater Baton Rouge is the center of Jewish philanthropy and volunteerism in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. The Jewish Federation of Greater Baton Rouge is a person-to-person, community-driven organization dedicated to the health, education, and spiritual and cultural identity of Jewish people worldwide.

Our Work The local work of the Federation tends to the specific needs of our local Jewish community. The Federation serves as a center for Jewish resources for all stages and areas of life. This can most easily

A Growing Community As the center of Jewish philanthropy and volunteerism in Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, we are a person-to-person, community-driven organization dedicated to the health, education, and spiritual and cultural identity of the Jewish people locally, regionally and worldwide impacting thousands.

Through our Annual Campaign, and in partnership with Jewish Federations of North America, the Jewish Federation of Greater Baton Rouge raises and allocates funds to provide life-enhancing humanitarian assistance to those in need, and to translate Jewish values into social action on behalf of the Jewish community.

Holocaust & Tolerance Education Program Every year, the Baton Rouge Jewish Film Festival (in association with the Jewish Federation of Greater Baton Rouge) underwrites

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Community Resource Guide Holocaust educational programs specifically for teachers in the region. We make it possible for deserving teachers to attend the Belfer National Conference for Educators in Washington, D.C., held at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in July of each year.

Funded by a grant from the Belfer Foundation, this conference is designed for middle and high school, community college and university educators with five or less years of experience teaching Holocaust education.

At the Belfer Conference, museum educators and scholars share rationales, strategies, and approaches for presenting the complex subject of the Holocaust to students. Participants hear survivor testimonies and have extensive time to view the Museum’s Permanent Exhibition, Remember the Children: Daniel’s Story, and other special exhibitions and to use the interactive computers in the Wexner Learning Center. Seminar sessions emphasize planning and implementing units of study for Holocaust education in middle and high schools. Teachers who complete the program receive a set of educational materials and a voucher worth $100 to purchase Holocaustrelated resources in the Museum Shop. This conference is FREE and registration is on a first come, first served basis.

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Anti-Defamation League’s South Central Regional Touro Infirmary 1401 Foucher Street, New Orleans, Office Phone: (504) 780-5602 Fax: (504) 780-5640 www.neworleans.adl.org About The Anti-Defamation League’s South Central Regional Office provides services and resources to the three states of Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas. The office is located in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The South-Central office was created over fifty years ago. The region is dedicated, as is ADL national and internationally, to combating anti-Semitism and all forms of hatred and bigotry by investigating and exposing extremism, protecting as well as advocating for civil rights and religious freedom, educating children and adults in how to promote diversity and respect through our many programs and resources and by foster-

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About us For 166 years, Touro Infirmary has had a special place in the heart of the New Orleans community.

Since 1852 Touro has continued the mission of founder Judah Touro to provide compassionate healthcare of the highest quality to the people it serves.

Innovation Touro has been at the forefront of innovation for decades. In 1923, Touro was one of only fifteen hospitals in the country approved to use insulin to treat patients. In 1929, Touro was one of the first hospitals THE

Community Resource Guide in the United States and the first in the city to have a physical therapy department, which paved the way for our nationally recognized Rehabilitation Center. Today, Touro Rehabilitation Center offers specialized inpatient and outpatient programs for patients experiencing catastrophic injuries, neurological disorders and diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury and cancer.

Distinction In 1922, Touro Infirmary Maternity Service was established, and Touro unofficially became the place “where babies come from”. Today, Touro is designated a Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. The hospital delivers the second most babies in the state for any single hospital, with more than 3,500 New Orleans’ babies born in 2015. In 2013, Touro expanded its Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to better care for the tiniest patients; followed by and expansion and renovation of the Family Birthing Center in 2014.

Perseverance As New Orleans’ longest serving hospital, Touro carries the same characteristics of our hometown: strength, endurance, innovation, and compassion. In its 166-year history, Touro has survived challenges such as the yellow fever epidemic, the Civil War, and two World Wars. In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina forced Touro to close its doors for the first time since the Civil War. Touro reopened its doors just 28 days later making us the first hospital to reopen after the storm. For four months, Touro was the only operating adult care hospital in Orleans Parish. Through times of challenge, Touro has remained resilient.

Growth In 2009, Touro and Children’s Hospital partnered to form LCMC Health, a non-profit, communitybased system providing a complete continuum of care from birth to geriatrics. In the following years, LCMC Health has expanded to include University Medical Center, New Orleans East Hospital and West Jefferson Medical Center. Today, Touro joins its partner hospitals in dedication to the community through a focus on economic development, advanced research, teaching and clinical excellence initiatives.

Quality Touro is a leading healthcare provider for New Orleans, demonstrated by award-winning care and accolades. Touro recently earned THE

Advance Certification for Primary Stroke Centers by the Joint Commission. By achieving this designation, Touro has made it a priority to deliver high quality care to all patients affected by stroke. The hospital also recently earned three year reaccreditation by The Joint Commission and accreditation in six specialty rehabilitation programs by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Click here to read more about Touro’s awards.

Care Touro offers a full range of services including emergency services, preventive diagnostics, surgical care, women’s services, cardiology, cancer treatment, rehabilitation, imaging, orthopaedics, stroke care and more. In its 166-year history, Touro Infirmary has cared for generations of New Orleanians. Our patients and the community can count on our ongoing commitment the health and wellbeing for generations to come.

New Orleans is a city that values tradition and history and prides itself on the strength and vibrancy of our local community. No institution embodies this enduring New Orleans spirit more than Touro.

Touro is proud to be New Orleans’ Hospital, 166 years strong.

responders for the state’s 8.8 million people. MDA is the only organization mandated by the Israeli government to serve in this role, but it’s not a government agency, so it relies on people like you for funding. Through your gift, you’re saving lives.

American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA) is the largest supporter of MDA worldwide.

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New Orleans Office Housed at Touro Synagogue 4238 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70115 Phone: (504) 861-1067 Fax: (504) 861-2549 avodahneworleans@avodah.net www.avodah.net Dani Levine: New Orleans Director and Assistant Director of National Programming Phone (504) 861-1068 Email: dlevine@avodah.net About When you visit the Avodah bayit (house) in New Orleans, you might notice a decoration hanging

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We first came to New Orleans in 2008 in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, with the intention of working toward long-term holistic disaster recovery. From the very start, we’ve been dedicated to the long view, working in partnership with local organizations to support individuals and strengthen communities.

Almost a decade later, we’ve built a thriving Jewish justice community and partnered with 30 local agencies on a wide range of issues, from women’s advocacy to disaster recovery, and we continue to work closely with organizations like the Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Action Center and MacArthur Justice Center. Our Corps Members provide college preparation and leadership development for at-risk youth; educational, vocational, and guidance services for teens in the juvenile justice system; and advo-

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So far, more than half of our alumni have stayed in New Orleans beyond their service year, many of whom continue to work at their placements and are now supervising Corps Members. This infusion of young Jewish leaders doesn’t just strengthen the local nonprofit sector – Avodah alumni are playing an active role in energizing the local Jewish community, serving on synagogue boards, helping to launch new initiatives like LimmudFest NOLA, and bringing a unique social justice perspective to their work as religious school educators.

In June of 2016, we hosted “Building a Jewish Justice Community: The Oscar J. Tolmas Service Leadership Institute,” a weekend retreat for Jewish social justice leaders in the region, the first-ever gathering of its kind. Participants found themselves deepening their connections with Judaism and each other, ultimately lending strength to ongoing efforts for change. One participant even reconnected with her childhood rabbi to thank him for introducing her to social justice

work.

In just a few years, we’ve become deeply intertwined with the Jewish and social justice communities in New Orleans, and we’re continuously leveraging those relationships to deepen our local impact.

Mission Avodah strengthens the Jewish community’s fight against the causes and effects of poverty in the United States. We do this by engaging participants in service and community building that inspire them to become lifelong leaders for social change whose work for justice is rooted in and nourished by Jewish values.

Our Values Everything that we do is rooted in a rich relationship with Judaism – we draw inspiration from sacred text, and our spirits are nourished by the power of Jewish celebration and community.

The Community We Strive to Create We work to create a pluralistic Jewish community rooted in a shared commitment to promoting social and economic justice in our communities and in America. We

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strive for our community to be a safe and supportive space for all who join it, a space that embraces diverse expressions of religious practice, level of Jewish knowledge, racial identity, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and the many facets that represent our whole selves. And we commit ourselves to updating this language as the Avodah community continues to evolve.

Simcha/Joy Though we consider antipoverty work an obligation, we strive to approach this work with a sense of joy. We hope to build a more joyful world in which all Americans are able to meet their physical, spiritual and material needs. We’re committed to making the journey towards this vision a joyful experience.

Chevrutah/Collaboration Jewish tradition teaches that partners are critical to our ability to understand and act thoughtfully.

We cannot fulfill our mission without partnership and collaborating.

We seek to collaborate widely, engage all of our stakeholders, and establish new partnerships whenever possible. We must always seek out those whose input will make this endeavor stronger.

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Community Resource Guide Kehillah/Community Learning, work, and social change require community. No one of us can make social change on our own. We need a tight network of organized thought-partners with whom we can act. We also need people who help nourish our soul— celebrating life, holidays and victories together, while also mourning defeats and losses. We build and nurture the Avodah community so that we can create social change with others, while sustaining ourselves in the process.

Tzedek/Justice “Tzedek, tzedek tirdof – justice, justice shall you pursue. (Numbers 16:20)” Our tradition requires us to pursue justice. We do so by working to address both the effects and root causes of poverty and injustice. We also strive to create a just environment for all Avodah stakeholders, as we believe that the ways we pursue justice must themselves be just.

Dugma/Excellence To maximize our impact combating the causes and effects of poverty, we must strive for excellence in our work and in our outcomes. We aspire to be considered a role model for immersive Jewish service learning experiences. We aim to model the best practices in our field to lead the Jewish community to do high impact anti-poverty work that has a long-term positive effect, using our analyses of poverty and our understanding of Jewish values as a guide.

Areyvut/Mutual Responsibility We hold each other accountable to “walk our talk.” We are as invested in the success of others—within the Avodah community as well as in the broader Jewish social justice community—as we are in our own success.

We are communicative and accountable to participants, alumni, stakeholders, funders, and colleagues.

Yashrut/Integrity Jewish tradition teaches that we are responsible regardless of whether an act is intentional or inadvertent. Avodah strives to make principled decisions in all cases, from where we source our office supplies to how we treat our stakeholders. No act is too small to imbue with integrity and goodwill. We hold ourselves to high standards, expecting honest communication, assuming goodwill, and approaching one another and the world with generosity.

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losophy toward every single Jew. The Movement Following its inception 250 years ago, the Chabad-Lubavitch movement—a branch of Hasidism—swept through Russia and spread in surrounding countries as well. It provided scholars with answers that eluded them, and simple farmers with a love that had denied them. Eventually the B’nai B’rith of Greater New been philosophy of Chabad-Lubavitch Orleans, Unit # 182 and its adherents reached almost 4616 Gary Mikel Ave every corner of the world and affectMetairie, La. 70002 ed almost every facet of Jewish life.

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Lubavitch appropriately means the “city of brotherly love”The word “Chabad” is a Hebrew acronym for the three intellectual faculties of chochmah—wisdom, binah—comprehension and da’at— knowledge. The movement’s system of Jewish religious philosophy, the deepest dimension of G‑d’s Torah, teaches understanding and recognition of the Creator, the role and purpose of creation, and the importance and unique mission of each creature. This philosophy guides a person to refine and govern his or her every act and feeling through wisdom, comprehension and knowledge.

The word “Lubavitch” is the name of the town in White Russia where the movement was based for more than a century. Appropriately, the word Lubavitch in Russian means the “city of brotherly love.”

The name Lubavitch conveys the essence of the responsibility and love engendered by the Chabad phi-

righteous memory (1745–1812).

These leaders expounded upon the most refined and delicate aspects of Jewish mysticism, creating a corpus of study thousands of books strong.

They personified the age-old Biblical qualities of piety and leadership.

And they concerned themselves not only with Chabad-Lubavitch, but with the totality of Jewish life, spiritual and physical. No person or detail was too small or insignificant for their love and dedication.

In our generation, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson of righteous memory (1902–1994), known simply as “the Rebbe,” guided post-holocaust Jewry to safety from the ravages of that devastation.

The Organization The origins of today’s ChabadLubavitch organization can be

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Today over 4,500 full-time emissary families direct more than 3,500 institutions Motivated by his profound love for every Jew and spurred by his boundless optimism and self-sacrifice, the Rebbe set into motion a dazzling array of programs, services and institutions to serve every Jew. Today over 4,500 full-time emissary families apply 250-yearold principles and philosophy to direct more than 3,500 institutions (and a workforce that numbers in

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Metairie, LA 70003 www.hadassah.org Co-President, New Orleans Betty Moore Co-President, New Orleans Helen Stone (504) 858-3833 Email: fsimon@tulane.edu Welcome to the Hadassah N’awlins Chapter! Like the City of New Orleans, we are magical, powerful, and dynamic. We use our Southern charm to adapt Hadassah’s mission to the unique circumstances and needs of our members and community at large. Our membership is growing by the day, and we provide groundbreaking health education programs on breast cancer and heart disease. As members of the Legislative Agenda for Woman (“LAW”), Hadassah N’awlins seeks to improve the lives of women, children, and families in Louisiana through advocacy initiatives.

This year marks the hundredth anniversary of the founding of Hadassah by Henrietta Szold in Jerusalem. Since that time the Hadassah Medical Organization has achieved some remarkable milestones. The current 360° of Healing Campaign has set a bold vision for developing state of the art medical facilities and advances in research which include: • Stem cell research to prevent and treat acute radiation syndrome • The opening of the neonatal intensive care unit • Renovation of the Round Building which will add 200 critically needed beds • The appointment of the first woman, Dr. Dina Ben-Yehuda, to be named Dean of Hadassah University faculty Hadassah Medical Organization provides compassionate care for more than one million patients each year regardless of race, religion or ethnicity. It is the only medical facility in Israel to have been nominated for the World Peace Prize.

The New Orleans chapter of Hadassah is celebrating three historic events this year: • The founding of Hadassah by Henrietta Szold one hundred years ago • The founding of the state of Israel 70 years ago • The Tricentennial anniversary of the city of New Orleans Our chapter has scheduled a variety of events to honor these THE

Community Resource Guide three momentous occasions, including a wine tasting featuring Israeli wine, a presentation on Women’s Heart Health, a panel discussion on Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment and a New Orleans Second Line complete with specially decorated parasols. Also, on the agenda are plans to contact the local chapter of “Moms Demand Action” to address the issue of gun violence and on March 28, 2018 we had members marching in Mandeville and in Baton Rouge to attend the March Against Gun Violence.

Recently our chapter initiated plans to form a focus group to develop activities and programs that will appeal to young professionals. These programs would cover a wide spectrum of interests ranging from cooking blintzes to social action activities. Also, on the agenda are plans to update and publish our Directory. This project will enable us to update membership information and the sale of ads will provide a fund-raising source for our Chapter.

The New Orleans chapter was honored recently at the Regional Conference in Birmingham, Alabama where it was awarded the Star of the Region Award and one of our members, Evette Ungar, received the Woman of the Southern Region Award.

About Hadassah Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc., was founded over a century ago, before Israel was a state, and before women could vote. Since that time, the organization has remained unwavering in its commitment to women’s health and well-being, to Israel, and to Jewish values and continuity. But while Hadassah’s heritage and mission remain as strong as ever, the role of women and Jewish culture here and in Israel, has evolved over time. The organization, too, has evolved, taking on new challenges and developing new programs.

Hadassah believes in building a world where our Jewish values in action create strong community and an enduring Israel. That’s why our entire focus is on connecting and empowering Jewish women to effect change. We’ve done this for over 100 years and we will do it for the next 100—advancing health and well-being, advocating for women, and building community in the US and Israel. We invite all Jewish women to join in—to put their values into action with us and through our programs.

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Vision Our vision: To strengthen a connection to Israel with Hadassah leading the way, bringing healing and justice to the world.

Mission Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, is a volunteer organization that inspires a passion for and commitment to the land, the people, and the future of Israel. Through education, advocacy, and youth development, and its support of medical care and research at Hadassah Medical Organization, Hadassah enhances the health and lives of people in Israel, the United States and worldwide.

Promise Our promise: Connecting and empowering Jewish women to effect change.

History The history of Hadassah begins with the extraordinary Henrietta Szold in the year 1912. A trip to desolate pre-State Israel profoundly affected her. She devoted the rest of her long life to the health and well-being of her people and what was to become their Jewish homeland. The results of her “practical Zionism” can be seen today in Hadassah’s two world-class medical centers, including the soaring Sarah Wetsman Davidson Hospital Tower, in Jerusalem.

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JewCCY is to be used as a resource for all local Jewish teens as a place they can go for fun, guidance and a connection with Judaism. The group is entirely youth run and youth executed. Every new board is encouraged and expected to take the group they are entrusted with and build upon it to continue to stay current and meet the needs of the Jewish youth community. All JewCCY programming is built upon the pillars of community, Judaism and having fun.

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LimmudFest New Orleans is a weekend festival of Big Tent Jewish learning, arts, culture and spirituality — all planned by volunteers.

It is part of a global movement inspired by the idea that when Jews from diverse backgrounds come together to celebrate and learn about everything Jewish, the entire community is enriched.

Limmud is an international charity dedicated to making some of the world’s most dynamic Jewish educators, performers and teachers, working in a variety of educational styles – lectures, workshops, textstudy sessions, film, meditation, discussions, exhibits and performance – accessible to everyone, no matter what their level of Jewish knowledge or commitment to Jewish life.

Wherever you find yourself, Limmud will take you one step further on your Jewish journey. Limmud’s mission is informed by the following values: Learning Learning embraces personal development, knowledge, and skills. Learning changes people, inspires action and opens new worlds. There are many inspirations that can offer opportunities for learning. Everyone can be a teacher and everyone should be a student.

We encourage the creation of a learning environment in which people are able to reflect and grow.

Community and Mutual Responsibility Limmud is a community of learning. We can achieve more together than we can individually.

We both gain and should give something back to the Jewish and the wider community.

Enabling Connections We aim to create opportunities for communities and individuals to connect. We recognize the strength of providing a space where spiritual, emotional, and intellectual connections are made.

Expanding Jewish Horizons Limmud strives to create collective and communal experiences, through which we strengthen and develop our Jewish identity.

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Diversity We value diversity in all that we do. We value choice in form, content and style. We believe in the richness of our diverse community and create cross-communal and cross-generational experiences. We value accessibility, and aim to be accessible to all. We encourage people not to stereotype others.

Empowerment We inspire people to be ambitious about their contribution. We challenge people and trust them to rise to that challenge. We see the potential of individuals and communities and support their development. We empower people to make choices and provide the information to make informed choices.

Power lies with the participant.

Commitment to Respect Limmud expects all participants to be respectful of one another and to recognize that all volunteers are also participants. Personal attacks are not acceptable within session material. To ensure that informed choices can be made, we ask presenters to provide biographies.

Arguments for the Sake of Heaven Limmud does not participate in legitimizing or de-legitimizing any religious or political position found in the worldwide Jewish community. Limmud will program its events in such a way as to avoid religious or political conflict. However, we do recognize and appreciate that “arguments for the sake of heaven” can make a positive contribution to furthering our education and understanding.

Religious Observance Shabbat and kashrut are observed in all public areas. We recognize that in private areas people will behave as they wish. Should participants wish to hold a prayer group, they may do so providing they supply all resources and are responsible for the session or prayer group in its entirety.

If you would like to do more than just learn, there are many opportunities to participate in LimmudFest New Orleans that include volunteering, providing home hos-

pitality or donating.

Louisiana Kashrut Committee

4141 W Esplanade Ave Metairie, La. 70002 504-957-4986 Fax: 504-456-9770 Email:rabbi@louisianakosher.com www.louisianakosher.com Rabbinic Administrator: Rabbi Yossie Nemes Rabbinic Supervisor: Rabbi Mendy Shechter The Louisiana Kosher Committee – LKC - is a community service organization whose mission is the maintenance of a high level of quality Kosher supervision. It is composed of Rabbis and lay leaders, providing kosher certification and supervision for caterers, wholesale

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About A Modern Link to an Ageless Tradition Chabad of Louisiana opens RINGGER Women’s Enrichment Center with gorgeous new MIKVAH!!

Mikvah Chaya Mushka, originally built in New Orleans in 1989, opened its doors in May 2010 at its NEW location, the RINGGER Center. Located on the Chabad Uptown campus, the RINGGER Women’s Enrichment Center, which houses the new mikvah, was conceived by Lee and Steve Rittvo just before Katrina.

In spite of all the challenges which followed, Lee and Steve Rittvo maintained their generous commitment to the NOLA Jewish community. They dedicated the RINGGER Center, honoring the matriarchs of their family, Selma Mikvah Chaya Mushka at Rittvo, Regina Nadel, Pearl Green, Sonia Geltzer, and Goldie Rittvo.

Ringger Center The center was decorated by 7035 Freret St local interior designer, Vivian Cahn New Orleans LA 70118 who donated hundreds of hours to www.chabadneworleans.com create a restful, spa-like ambiance Contact: Mrs. Bluma Rivkin at 347for the mikva tradition, a corner564-6525 or blumarivkin@juno. stone of Jewish family life. She com, or Mrs. Rivkah Kehaty at chose beautiful tiles and fixtures, 504-931-4029 or rivkakehaty@ favoring the work of local artisans standards of kosher certification.

Our services include: 1. Initial inspection of the plant facility 2. Recommendations to bring the facility into compliance with kosher rules.

3. Certification and ongoing monitoring of the facility 4. Assisting companies to become certified with the national Kosher agencies, helping our clients understand when they will most benefit from LKC certification and when to go with a national agency.

LKC is held in the highest regard internationally and is accepted by all major Kashrut agencies.

The LKC is listed among major kosher information bureaus on the web, such as www.kashrut.com.

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which created a serene, private oasis for preparation and immersion in the mikvah. Jerusalem Gold stone walls and floor surround the shimmering spaglass of the mikvah pool. The warm, pristine water is maintained by a specialized filtration and heating system.

Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Chabad’s Mikvah Chaya Mushka has been the only mikvah in Louisiana. According to Jewish tradition, building a mikvah takes precedence over building a synagogue or buying a Torah scroll.

The mikvah serves women from New Orleans and surrounding areas as far as Mississippi. When making travel plans, visitors from all over the world contact Chabad to confirm mikvah availability. Tulane University students study mikvah as part of the Sinai Scholars program.

Teens from local Sunday schools visit as well. The new reception area, with a lending library, creates a comfortable space for tours, private classes, and bridal celebrations.

The Horowitz family founded the Ruth Cohen Bridal Fund to help provide the floral bouquets, kosher champagne, and gifts for brides and new attendees. The Be'er Miriam Fund in memory of Mrs. Miriam Gordon was founded to promote Mikvah Education and Awareness.

New Orleans can proudly join the growing international list of cities with a modern, elegant mikvah.

Of the 400 mikvahs in America, 120 were built in the last ten years with many lovely features.

In addition to the Rittvo contribution, a generous gift was given by an anonymous Israeli couple. Donations made by the Kehaty, Lew, Bistritsky, Baitelman, Nathanson, Munitz and Karp families and by Kristie Holm enabled the mikva to be furnished elegantly. Lazer Granite and Marble of New York, Jonathan Zanger of Walker Zanger- California, and Hurwitz-Mintz of New Orleans all contributed generously.

The Center, initially designed

by Seizler Architects, was completed by Pinky Rohm, Stafford Tile and Toca Flooring, guided by international mikva consultant, Rabbi Gershon Grossbaum.

For more information or to schedule your private or group tour, contact Bluma Rivkin, by calling or texting 347-564-6525 or mikvah@ chabadneworleans.com. For an attendant schedule see www.mcalendar.blogspot.com. Please call your attendant 2 days in advance for an appointment! The volunteer Attendants often have to make special arrangements to leave their

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In addition to the warm caring individual attention for every attendee, a special package is provided to brides and other first time users.

BRIDES! Please contact us well in advance of your wedding so that we can make proper arrangements.

Mikvah Chaya Mushka also offers pre-marital counseling for brides and occasional educational programs related to Jewish family life.

To learn more about Mikvah and Family Purity, and for a directory of Mikvahs throughout the world, please visit Chabad's Global Mikvah Site.

Moishe House New Orleans www.moishehouse.org Moishe.house.nola@gmail.com gabrielle@moishehouse.org

Our Mission Moishe House New Orleans is a welcoming, inclusive space for young Jews to share stories, make art, cook delicious meals, explore Judaism and engage in social justice work. We are devoted to building community through fun and meaningful programs and to celebrating New Orleans’ rich history. Come by for some challah and (c) happiness!

Our Story In 2006, a group of Jewish young adults had a problem. They wanted to more actively engage in the Jewish community and were too old for Jewish life on campus and too young for the traditional young adult and family programming being offered.

Fortunately for those young adults, Morris Squire, a philanthropist in Santa Barbara gave them the opportunity to create it for themselves.

David Cygielman, now CEO of Moishe House, worked with Morris and young adult Jewish friends in the Bay Area to host a Shabbat dinner. That one Shabbat dinner turned into a wide variety of peer-led Jewish programs and from there, the first Moishe House was born. It was a simple concept: a group of young Jewish adults, living together in a house, hosting Jewish programming for their friends and community.

From that one house, the model spread and expanded its scope. Now, 11 years after those first Shabbat dinners in Oakland, the Moishe House network spans 27+ countries and reaches more than 60,000+ unique young adults around the world every year. Click here to find a Moishe House near you.

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Moishe House is now the global leader in peer-led Jewish young adult engagement. Every year, thousands of young Jews experience innovative, engaging, exciting Jewish programming. All programming is planned and executed by their peers, creating countless opportunities for young adults to connect with their own Jewish identities, their friends and their wider communities. By 2020, Moishe House will dramatically extend its impact on Jewish young adults by scaling our community building programs, expanding alumni efforts and successfully experimenting with innovative programs that engage new segments of the young adult population. Moishe House is providing an important pathway for young adults to take part in — and create — Jewish homes and communities.

National Council of Jewish Women Greater New Orleans Section A Faith in the Future. A Belief in Action.

6221 S. Claiborne New Orleans 70125 Phone (504) 861-7788 Fax (504) 861-0044 email:ncjwgno@gmail.com President: Barbara Kaplinsky Established in Chicago in 1893, NCJW is the oldest women's volunteer organization in the United States. There are 109 sections in 34 states and the District of Columbia.

NCJW has 47 affiliates worldwide called the International Council of Jewish Women. The Greater New Orleans Section, founded in 1897, has approximately 1000 members.

NCJW Greater New Orleans Section is committed to: • Advance the well-being and status of women • Advance the well-being of children and families • Enhance the quality of Jewish life • Ensure individual and civil rights • Support a secure Israel and the well-being of all its people THE

The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.

NCJW Services Volunteer OpportunitiesYou can make a difference. Volunteer ACE - Alzheimer's Care and Enrichment - In conjunction with the Jewish Community Center, this program provides stimulating activities including music therapy for Alzheimer patients as well as respite for care givers.

Bikur Chaverim – In cooperation with Jewish Family Services, this Visiting Friends program pairs volunteers with home bound members of the community, providing companionship and assistance. If you are interested in participating in this program contact Fran Dinehart at fran@jfsneworleans. org or (504) 831-8475 x134.

Civic Cooperation - Volunteers are provided at the request of community agencies for short term services. Activities include participation in various programs and entertainment at Woldenberg Living Center , the Jewish Community Center's Adloyadah, and Jewish Family Service's Passover food baskets.

Clara and Roy Schwarz Memorial Book Fund - A fund established to provide monies to assist the Isaacson Scholarship recipients in purchasing textbooks.

H.I.P.P.Y. - Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters - This home-based program helps economically and educationally disadvantaged parents provide educational enrichment to their preschool children. Studies have shown that these children have performed well ahead of their peers. The program was developed by the NCJW Research Institute in Jerusalem , and although initiated locally in Orleans Parish, it is expanding state-wide.

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Fox 8 Defenders -NCJW volunteers assist individuals with consumer problems by answering questions and finding solutions. A brochure of recommendations for common consumer issues has been developed and is available.

Girls on the Run! – A lifechanging, non-profit program for girls in the 3rd through 8th grade.

The mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. NCJW provides assistance at races and

mentors to participants.

Krewe of Dewey Readers – Volunteer reading program for young children in co-ordination with Head Start and the New Orleans Public Library. For more information, contact Ina Davis at Inanew@me.com or (504) 2881551.

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dentists in the Greater New Orleans area, at no charge to the consumer.

New Orleans Family Justice Center – The Family Justice Center co-locates a myriad of agencies to provide coordinated, and consolidated legal, law enforcement, social and healthcare services, focusing on domestic violence issues. For more information, contact Sue Jernigan suejern@gmail.com NOLA4Women NOLA4Women celebrates the important and courageous role women played in shaping New Orleans while boldly confronting the challenges they continue to face. NOLA4Women is a nonprofit corporation incorporated in the state of Louisiana. Contact Trisha Ward trishaward@mac.com or (225) 405-6884 Public Affairs - NCJW takes an active role in advocating for legislative issues that improve the quality of life for women, children and families. Through our advocacy we strive to ensure the individual rights and freedoms for all.

ral and action service.

• A community service dedicated to resolving people's problems.

What services do the FOX 8 Defenders provide?

• FREE and confidential assistance to people who contact us with problems.

• Experienced volunteer professionals, working from comprehensive, up-to-date resources direct each caller through appropriate steps.

• Consumer education is an important component of this service.

How does the FOX 8 Defenders program benefit consumers and businesses?

• Acts as a buffer between the consumer and the company.

• Acts as a non-judgmental gobetween in mediating disputes • Improves consumer relations.

• Weeds out complaints that are not valid.

• Exposes fly-by-night organizations.

• Serves as a source of information about community problems.

Fox 8 Defenders and NCJW • Acts as a referral agency for people who have no where to Our volunteers with the Fox 8 turn.

Defenders program assist individuals with consumer Who uses the FOX 8 Defenders? problems by answering questions • Any individuals who have and finding solutions valid complaints or needs.

504-485-6397 or 877-670-6397 • People who have not retained 1025 South Jefferson Davis Parkan attorney. way How do I contact the FOX 8 New Orleans, La. 70125 Defenders?

NCJW celebrates 6 years with Call 1-877-670-6397 Email: fox8defenders@fox8live.com Fox8 Defenders A brochure of recommendations Congratulations to our NCJW volunteers for celebrating their six for common consumer issues has been developed and is available. year anniversary at Fox8!

Visit www.ncjwneworleans.org NCJW volunteers staff the for a free printable brochure.

FOX 8 Defenders consumer advocacy hot line. They tackle just about every kind of consumer NFTY concern you can imagine.

1 West 4th Street The FOX 8 Defenders are a special New York, NY 10012 volunteer service of FOX 8 & the Phone: (212) 650-4070 National Council of Jewish Women www.nfty.org (NCJW). Our volunteers have all the Managing Director: Beth Rodin connections you need to have helped About thousands of people solve seemingFor over seventy five years, ly hopeless problems. Each year the NFTY - The Reform Jewish Youth FOX 8 Defenders recover thousands Movement, has offered thousands of of dollars for the people they help. young people the opportunity to What is the FOX 8 Defenders explore and live Reform Judaism Service? through teen-powered weekends • A non-profit volunteer based and engaging social justice ventures. telephone information, referNFTY is a movement that builds

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Stemming from a historic tradition of both Jewish and non-Jewish European youth movements, NFTY is the Reform Jewish youth movement that fosters leadership at the North American, regional and congregational level. Today, over 500 Reform congregations throughout North America sponsor Temple Youth Groups, bringing the NFTY experience to more than 6,000 high school-age young people in grades 9 through 12. Additionally, NFTY welcomes Jewish teens in grades 6-8 through an initiative called NFTY678.

Through opportunities offered by congregations in the 19 NFTY regions, and on the North American level, NFTYites strive to forge an identity in consonance with the goals and values of Reform Judaism.

NFTY is advised in partnership between teen leaders and adult Jewish youth professionals. NFTY also functions as a youth organization, a program of the Union for Reform Judaism, a 'snif' (branch) of Netzer Olami, the international Reform Zionist youth organization, as well as a partner in the URJ Campaign for Youth Engagement.

Whether functioning as an organization, program, or youth movement, NFTY is a Reform Jewish community for all high school students who are interested in connecting to their Judaism. Teens forge a build friendships, lifelong Reform Jewish identities, and leadership skills through community building, worship, social action, and experiential youth-led Jewish educational programming. Many NFTYites serve as NFTY leaders on the local, TYG, regional, and even North American levels. Many NFTY Leaders continue on to become

both lay and professional leaders of personal freedom, including: the Reform Jewish Movement.

• 24-hour emergency response system • Smoke alarms and sprinklers Tribe in all apartments www.nolatribe.org • Scheduled group transportaManager: Lexi Erdheim of Congretion for activities, errands and gation Gates of Prayer doctors’ appointments alexis.erdheim@gmail.com • Weekly housekeeping and TRIBE is a community for peolaundry service ple in their 20s and 30s seeking engagement with Jewish tradition • Elegant private dining room and spiritual practice, while confor small gatherings necting with others in an open and • Beauty salon/Barber shop inviting atmosphere.

• Special programs and acJudaism, Community, Music, tivities designed for the active Food, Prayer, Movement, Spiritualsenior ity, New Orleans • Stimulating outings to the TRIBE is generously sponsored symphony, restaurants, museby Congregation Gates of Prayer ums and city-wide events and The Oscar J. Tolmas 20s/30s Whether your lifestyle allows Initiative. you to live very independently, you need some additional support, or find SENIOR LIVING yourself needing skilled nursing care - Woldenberg Village meets your unique needs at every stage of life.

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New Orleans, La. 70114 504-367-5640 www.touro.com Executive Director, Joe Townsend Email address: Joe.Townsend@ Touro.com.

About Spacious and comfortable living accommodations. Beautifully landscaped grounds. Caring staff and residents create a warm, intimate setting. Woldenberg Village is retirement living at its best.

Whether you are able to live independently, need some additional support, or are in need of skilled nursing care, Woldenberg Village offers quality care and an engaging lifestyle.

Woldenberg Village provides an environment of exceptional services and amenities that promotes active lifestyles and

Willowwood Skilled Nursing

3701 Behrman Place New Orleans, La. 70114 504-367-5640 www.touro.com Executive Director, Joe Townsend Email address: Joe.Townsend@ Touro.com.

About Willowwood is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility providing you or your loved one intermediate and skilled care in a comfortable and caring environment. Our residents are encouraged to use personal furnishings to create the familiarity of home.

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Community Resource Guide and quality care every day, to every resident, in order to obtain the highest quality of life.

Other services available include physical, speech and occupational therapy; psychiatric and nutritional counseling; on-site medical staff; recreational, music and pet therapy; and transportation. The Renaissance at Willowwood is an advanced Dementia/Alzheimer’s unit for long-term care.

This state of the art, Medicarecertified nursing facility provides skilled care for those requiring around the clock nursing care.

WillowWood offers you: • Resident receives special attention as she walks down hall with nurse Short-term Rehabilitation • Renaissance Alzheimer’s Unit • Medicare certified care WillowWood’s home-like environment is enhanced by porches, a two-story closed atrium, outdoor gardens and walking paths. You will enjoy the benefit of a fully furnished, private or deluxe semi-private room. Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies are among the many services offered.

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cultural programs and social events.

Delicious, balanced meals are served in the dining room each day.

Your safety, security and sense of well-being are the priority at The The Villas Independent Living Villas.

• Pet-friendly retirement living 3701 Behrman Place New Orleans, La. 70114 • 24-hour emergency response 504-367-5640 system www.touro.com • Triage by nursing personnel Executive Director, Joe Townsend, in the event of an emergency Email: Joe.Townsend@Touro.com. situation About • Smoke alarms and sprinklers The Villas is a community of in all apartments sixty, independent living, garden apartment homes for active seniors • Scheduled group transportaboasting spacious and pet-friendly tion for activities, errands and one and two bedroom units with doctors’ appointments lofty ceilings, landscaped patios, • Weekly housekeeping and generous storage spaces and large, laundry service fully furnished kitchens.

Clustered amid lush gardens, • Elegant private dining room The Villas offers you exceptional for small gatherings amenities that enhance your inde• Beauty salon/Barber shop pendent lifestyle. The elegant community center, with its large wood• Special programs and acburning fireplace, provides you with tivities designed for the active the perfect place for getting together senior with friends, playing a game of • Stimulating outings to the cards, or reading a good book. The symphony, restaurants, musespacious auditorium overlooking the ums and city-wide events terrace and sculptured garden was created with you in mind to enjoy Pet-friendly

Ready to move but don’t want to leave your pets behind? You can have the best of both worlds at Woldenberg Village. Now you can bring your best friend along while enjoying all the benefits of a retirement community.

Your pet is part of the family and we understand that. The Villas independent living apartments are pet-friendly, so your small pet can make the move with you. Small to medium sized pets are welcome in any of our apartment homes.

Short-term Rehabilitation Short-term rehabilitation at Woldenberg Village bridges the gap between hospital and home, providing expert care in a safe and homelike setting. Woldenberg offers inpatient short-term rehabilitation for conditions resulting from injury, surgery or hospitalization, helping individuals recuperate, get strong and get back to everyday life. Physical, occupational and speech therapists work with residents, families and medical teams to create a personalized care plan - and help restore independence as soon as possible. In addition to round-theclock skilled nursing and personal assistance, residents enjoy comfortable accommodations, and full

Have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s/Dementia?

Experience our specialized state-of-the-art memory care floor designed exclusively for Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We created the Schonberg Neighborhood Design to reduce anxiety, while enriching our residents’ lives and enabling them to function at the highest possible level. Our specially trained team takes great pride in ensuring that no matter what level of care our residents need, they feel comfortable, secure and cared for every day. Give us a call so your loved one can rediscover the simple joys in every day - together.

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Anshe Sfard Synagogue 2230 Carondelet Street, New The Azaleas Assisted Living Orleans, LA 70130 504-522-4714 3701 Behrman Place www.anshesfard.org New Orleans, La. 70114 Executive Director: Mrs. Sandy 504-367-5640 Lassen www.touro.com Executive Director, Joe Townsend Rabbi Yochanan Rivkin Email address: Joe.Townsend@ About Touro.com Anshe Sfard is a small but dynamic Orthodox synagogue in the About Woldenberg Village provides heart of New Orleans. Every Shabbat and festival, our members are residents who need some assistance delighted to welcome visitors from with the activities of daily living with near and far. Recently, our historic beautiful apartments and the services building--which is a short walk from needed to maximize independence. the French Quarter/Downtown and These spacious apartments are deco- from Tulane University’s Uptown rated by the resident with his or her campus, has been designated a own furnishings and décor.

National Historic Landmark.

We As a resident of The Azaleas are a vibrant community committed you can enjoy the luxury of your to worship, learning, and the wellown one-bedroom apartment. Each being of our neighborhood and the apartment provides you with a State of Israel. kitchenette, living room, separate ORTHODOX bedroom and full bath. Experience the best of both worlds as you METAIRIE simultaneously enjoy the luxury of living in your own home while hav- Congregation Beth Israel ing 24-hour care that is tailored to 4004 West Esplanade Ave, South Metairie, LA 70002 your individual needs.

The Azaleas offers you many Phone: 504 454 5080 conveniences. Delicious meals are Fax: 504 883 8010 served daily in the beautiful dining Email: office@bethisraelnola.com area. For more intimate gatherings, Rabbi Gabe Greenberg you and your family may dine in a Email: RabbiGabe@BethIsraelNOLA.com lovely, private dining room.

The Krewe of Woldenberg has a About Us party every year to celebrate this Congregation Beth Israel is a New Orleans tradition of Mardi Gras. Modern Orthodox synagogue. We At the Azaleas, you can also take are proud of our multi-generational pleasure in the beautiful heritage and over one hundred year presence in the Greater New Orleans community rooms – including: Area. Our mission is to create an • A cozy den with large screen accessible spiritual home, where all television Jews, regardless of affiliation or • An activity room with full background, are warmly embraced kitchen and welcomed into our greater fam• A beautiful library, where you ily. We strive to create meaningful Jewish experiences through worcan find a good book and acship services, learning opportunicess the Internet ties, and social programming that Don’t forget the monthly activi- foster personal and spiritual growth. ties calendar that is scheduled by We are building toward the future the on-site Activity Director. through active engagement of our You can even attend social out- existing membership and interacings, exercise classes and group tion with the broader community. meetings on a daily basis.

Keep up with our growing family Experience The Azaleas by tak- by registering for our weekly e-mail ing a personal tour. Call (504) 367- newsletter or become a member.

5640 or email info@woldenbergvil- Our new synagogue building, which lage.com today to schedule a visit. was dedicated in August of 2012 to replace the previous structure which was destroyed in Hurricane Katrina, THE

Best wishes to all of my friends in the Jewish Community.

Thank You for your continued support.

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Caring for the Ones You Care for Most!

At Colonial Oaks Living Center & Belle Vie Living Center, we care for the ones you care for most. Our local, family-owned skilled nursing facilities enhance the joy and dignity of our residents while creating bonds that allow our work-family to become part of your family. Both facilities offer long-term care, shortterm accelerated rehab- to-home, hospice and respite services.

Colonial Oaks Living Center is a 95-bed facility located behind East Jefferson General Hospital, and Belle Vie Living Center is an 89 bed facility located next to Ochsner West Bank. We are dedicated to providing quality, compassionate care and comfort.

We set the standard in providing for the ones you love. Our S.T.A.R. Suites program is designed for patients needing shortterm rehabilitation in order to be successful in their home environment. Our private and semi private rooms have a very homelike atmosphere. There are separate entrances, dining, and living environments. Each suite is equipped with a flat screen TV, cable & wireless internet, extra seating and an electric bed. There is also a selective menu, full therapy gym and transportation assistance.

Patients in our S.T.A.R. Suites have tailored treatment plans that address their needs and provide access to laboratory, EKG, and X-ray services, if needed. In addition, they are provided with a case management plan that includes established goals and discharge plans to continue their success upon returning home.

Between our two locations, we serve the areas of Metairie, Kenner, West Bank, New Orleans, Algiers, Westwego, Marrero, Gretna, Harvey, Terrytown, Belle Chasse, and Bridge City. We are truly an environment where residents can feel at home. 

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Our Values Our services and programming at Beth Israel are guided by the following set of core values, inspired by the mission of Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School and the principles of the Orthodox Union.

We are deeply committed to: Talmud Torah - Inspiring a passionate commitment to the study of Torah in all its rich forms and the scrupulous observance of Halacha. Ruchniyut Cultivating spirituality - God-consciousness, soulful music, piety, and ethical sensitivity, and integrating it into all learning, religious practice, and worldly pursuits. Avodat HaShem - Encouraging intellectual openness, questioning, and critical thinking as essential components of one's full service to God. Ahavat Yisrael Affirming the shared covenantal bond between all Jews. Promoting love of all Jews and actively pursuing the positive and respectful interaction of all Jewish movements.

Medinat Yisrael - Recognizing Eretz Yisrael as our homeland and affirming the religious and historical significance of the State of Israel for all Jews in Israel and the Diaspora. Tikkun Olam - Affirming the shared divine image (Tzelem Elohim) of all people, and recognizing our responsibility to improve the world and our capacity to be enriched by it. Furthermore... We acknowledge the need to enhance and expand the role of women in Talmud Torah, religious life, and communal leadership within the bounds of halacha. We affirm our commitment to providing a safe space for Gay, Lesbian, Transgender and Queer Jews. Every Jew has the right to pray among a loving Jewish community. We affirm our commitment to the government of the United States of America, and our respect for the servicemen and women of our country who seek liberty and justice for all. In particular, we honor our Jewish War Veterans for their duty to our country and the honor they bring to our people. We recognize our bond with our brothers and sisters around the world who face distress and offer a prayer that they know comfort, security, and peace.

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Shir Chadash

3737 West Esplanade Avenue Metairie, LA 70002 Phone: 504-889-1144 Fax: 504-889-1146 THE

E-mail us at shirchadash@shirchadash.org.

Executive Director: Bruce Yaillen Email: execdir@shirchadash.org Rabbi Deborah Silver Email: rabbids@shirchadash.org About Us Shir Chadash was originally founded in 1960 and is the only Conservative Synagogue in the Greater New Orleans area. We are a vibrant, egalitarian, traditional synagogue, open to all.

Shir Chadash is a dynamic place of prayer, learning, caring, and commitment. We strive to be a warm and friendly place, a haimish environment for worship, study, and community.

We are blessed that several of our founding members still join us regularly not only for services, but also for multiple learning opportunities. We strive to embody the best aspects of the Conservative Movement: passion and egalitarianism in prayer, intellectual engagement in Jewish texts, a commitment to Jewish life, and a deep yearning to work for a better world. To that end, we focus our efforts on participatory lay-led prayer, on exceptional and wide-ranging educational offerings for people of all ages, on a deep sense of the power of Jewish community, and on efforts to improve the Greater New Orleans area.

In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina devastated our building and our community. We were the first New Orleans synagogue to hold services after Katrina, and the storm and its aftermath have left a lasting impression on our community. We are proud of what we have accomplished over the past half century, but we are especially proud of our resilience post Katrina. We have come a long way since those stormswept days, but we are not yet finished recreating and building. The work goes on. Please join us.

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Congregation Gates of Prayer

4000 West Esplanade Ave S. Metairie, La 70002 P: (504) 885-2600 F: (504) 885-2603 Email: office@gatesofprayer.org President David A. Dulitz MD Rabbi David Gerber Rabbi Emeritus: Rabbi Robert H. Loewy About

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Community Resource Guide Congregation Gates of Prayer is a Jewish congregation, dedicated to providing members with opportunities to find Kedusha (holiness within our lives) through participation in worship services, life-cycle events, educational activities for all ages, and social action programs that reflect our enduring commitment to Torah (lifelong Jewish education), Avodah (worship of God through prayer and observance), and Gemilut Chasadim (the pursuit of justice, peace, and deeds of loving-kindness).

In our efforts to realize this mission, we are committed to the principles, programs, and ideals of Reform Judaism, including: Talmud Torah - Lifelong study of Torah for all.

Bet Knesset - Active involvement in congregational life and leadership.

Tikkun Olam - Perfecting God's world through the pursuit of justice, and improved understanding between our neighbors and ourselves.

Ahavat Yisrael - Supporting the State of Israel and the Jewish people wherever they live, beginning in our local community and

extending throughout the world.

Mishpacha- Creating a warm, supportive atmosphere that promotes spiritual fulfillment and the well-being of all of our congregants, all who seek to affiliate with our synagogue, and all who through their personal relationships have a significant link to our community.

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Congregation Temple Sinai

6227 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70118 Telephone: (504) 861-3693 Fax: (504) 861- 3102 www.templesinainola.com Executive Director: EllenRae Shalett President: Judge Robin M. Giarrusso Rabbi Matthew A. Reimer Rabbi Emeritus: Rabbi Edward Paul Cohn Email: sinai@usa.net About Us Temple Sinai, founded in 1870, is the largest congregation in the State of Louisiana and the oldest Reform one. Temple Sinai is proud of our history of inspired rabbinic leadership committed to Tikkun Olam. The Congregation has an his-

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toric tradition of serving the spiritual needs of its diverse membership.

Our professional and lay leaders strive to create a congregation that seeks to be a spiritual presence in the lives of its members in order to help cultivate and satisfy their religious, musical, cultural, emotional and intellectual interests and needs.

Our rich history includes a strong tradition of providing quality Jewish programming in the community. The Temple seeks to develop and maintain successful programs which address the history, language, music, theology, and other aspects of Jewish culture.

From pre-school through adulthood, the Congregation desires to establish programs that educate and entertain its members in these important areas of Jewish life.

Temple Sinai is constantly striving to build a community that stretches beyond the walls of the synagogue. Through our active affiliates: Sisterhood, Brotherhood, Youth Group, Young Family Havurah, and Older Adults Havurah, and our committed lay committees such as Outreach, Social Action and Worship and Ritual, we provide cultural, intellectual and educational programs and activities for all our members.

Touro Synagogue

4238 St Charles Avenue, New Orleans, La, 70115 (504) 895-4843 Email: info@tourosynagogue.com www.tourosynagogue.com President: Teri Hunter Rabbi Alexis Berk Rabbi Emeritus: Rabbi Emeritus David Goldstein Our History Our Story Begins in 1828, a mere 25 years after the Louisiana Purchase, when the founders of what would eventually become Touro Synagogue started the first Jewish temple outside of the 13 original colonies and the sixth oldest synagogue in the country.

According to the Code Noire (1724), Jews should have been excluded from the French territory of Louisiana. But the business acumen of Jewish merchants proved more important to the financial future of New Orleans than upholding the rules of the French government. Little by little, hardworking Southern Jews settled into a welcoming environment. When President Thomas Jefferson negotiated the 1803 Louisiana Purchase with

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Napoleon, and Louisiana came under American jurisdiction, Jews acquired the right to freely inhabit what would become the 18th state in the Union, reveling in the value of religious freedom promised by the American Constitution.

Touro Synagogue’s congregation is the result of a union between two original congregations, Congregation Gates of Mercy and Congregation Dispersed of Judah. ShangaraiChasset (Congregation Gates of Mercy) was founded in 1828 thanks to the efforts of a proactive visitor, Jacob Solis, who fulfilled the needs of the Jewish community by creating a space of worship during the High Holy Days. Their first synagogue was located on North Rampart Street, between St. Louis and Conti Streets, west of the French Quarter. Gates of Mercy followed the Ashkenazic rituals, leading some Portuguese members, preferring the Sephardic tradition, separated and formed Nefutzoth Yehudah (Congregation Dispersed of Judah) in 1846. Congregation Dispersed of Judah moved into the renovated Christ Church building at the corner of Bourbon and Canal Streets in 1846.

On February 6, 1881, these two congregations reunited and moved into a building on Carondelet Street.

The merger strengthened the Jewish community in New Orleans at a time when both congregations were struggling economically and recovering from the loss of many lives to the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1878.

The new congregation eventually took the name Touro Synagogue after the benefactor of both communities, merchant-philanthropist Judah Touro.

Judah Touro had lived in New Orleans since 1801, coming originally from Rhode Island where his father was the leader of the historic Newport congregation, regarded as America’s Oldest Synagogue. In addition to being a benefactor of many Jewish, Catholic, and Protestant charities, Judah Touro was a hero in the War of 1812, co-builder of the Bunker Hill Monument, founder of the First Free Public Library in America, and founder of Touro Infirmary and the Touro Home for the Aged.

Touro Synagogue joined the Reform movement in 1891 and has been a leader in the Reform movement ever since.

The current sanctuary building was designed by a well‐known local architect Emile Weil, who THE

Community Resource Guide won the congregation’s design competition at the ripe age of 29.

The synagogue was completed in 1908 and dedicated on January 1, 1909. Our sanctuary holds a magnificent Aron Kodesh, given to Congregation Dispersed of Judah in 1847 by Judah Touro.

Rabbi Isaac Leucht, 1881-1914; Rabbi Emil Leipziger, 1914-1947; Rabbi Leo A. Bergman, 1948-1976; Rabbi David Goldstein, 1978-2005; Rabbi Andrew Busch, 2005-2008; Rabbi Alexis Berk, 2008-present.

Rabbi Leucht is remembered for helping bring about the merger of the two original synagogues. Rabbi Leipziger exercised tremendous leadership in organizing the Community Chest and other endeavors.

Rabbi Bergman was instrumental in bringing about the greatest synagogue growth up to that point.

Under Bergman’s leadership Ralph Slifkin was invited to serve as the cantorial soloist, the auditorium was expanded, and the Religious School became the largest in the city. Rabbi Bergman’s voice was one of strength during the climactic days of racial integration in schools and other public spheres.

Rabbi David Goldstein proudly accepted the position as Touro Synagogue’s rabbi in 1978. Under his leadership the congregation’s endowment grew dramatically. As a result, a full-time, professional staff was put in place for the first time: Rabbi, Cantor, Educator and Executive Director. Rabbi Goldstein inspired two major building projects. The first was the Norman Synagogue House which was built in 1989. This magnificent addition contains the Forgotston Chapel, the Shushan Assembly, the Bowsky Gardens, the Grant-Meyer Garden Pavilion, the Jacobs Social Hall and the Good Family Foyer. Ida Rittenberg Kohlmeyer (1912 – 1997), an Abstract Expressionist artist and a native New Orleanian, was commissioned to design the stained glass windows for the chapel. While much of her work can be found in museums around the country, her original watercolor piece remains in the Touro collection. The second project involved the re-designing of the administrative offices and the Mautner Learning Center. Rabbi Goldstein was also instrumental in developing the Tulane University Jewish Studies Program and helping foster closer relations between the Jewish and African-American communities of New Orleans.

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Touro Synagogue’s rabbi in July with all members of the community REFORM 2005. Hurricane Katrina made land- to bring Judaism alive in creative MANDEVILLE fall on August 29, 2005, thus anoint- learning experiences and vibrant ing Rabbi Busch’s brief tenure with relationships.

Northshore Jewish us. Rabbi Busch strove valiantly to The Touro Congregation has serve the needs of his newly dis- always been blessed by its cantors, Congregation persed congregation in the wake of who have led worship, shaped lit- 1403 North Causeway Boulevard one of the nation’s largest natural urgy, and inspired congregants both Mandeville, Louisiana 70471 (985) 951-7976 disasters, gathering together memchildren young and old. Especially www.northshorejewish.org bers in Houston and offering supnotable have been the contribuPresident: Jim Klein port and encouragement. Rabbi tions of Cantor Steven Dubov, CanRabbi Deborah Zecher Busch led his first High Holy Day tor Jordan Franzel, Cantor Seth Email: rabbi@northshorejewish. service at Touro Synagogue on Rosh Hashanah 2005, and provided New Warner, Cantor Billy Tiep, Cantor org Orleans with its very first Jewish Jason Kaufman, Cantor Jamie About Us service following the storm. Rabbi Marx, and Cantor David Mintz.

The Northshore Jewish CongreBusch continued to lead us as we Each one helped further develop gation grew from a small chavurah slowly returned to New Orleans to our musical program by enhancing which, in the early 1980s, envipick up the pieces of our lives. our congregational offerings sioned the possibility of a synaWhen family concerns pulled him through our choir, Jazz Fest Shab- gogue on the Northshore of Lake back to the north, Rabbi Busch’s bat Worship, educational programs, Pontchartrain. Members of the chareplacement was sought. And again, and community leadership. vurah began talking the synagogue Touro was blessed. into existence and held its first Rabbi Alexis Berk accepted the pulpit at Touro Synagogue in July 2008. Although raised in rural Massachusetts, Rabbi Berk is a southerner at heart. She explains, “The complexity and texture of the New Orleans landscape illuminates the elemental beauty of the Touro community. The fact that Touro is a 180-year-old synagogue belies its strong desire for innovation and growth. The professional team and congregational leaders embody passion for this community – within the walls of the congregation and beyond. Resilience, interconnectedness, and strength are the core of this distinctive place.�

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Community Resource Guide community-wide Passover Seder in the mid-1980s. By the Fall of 1995, the first Shabbat service was held in a local Methodist Church. Shortly thereafter, the synagogue grew to 40 charter members.

Within 10 short years, a 10,000 square foot building was purchased, a Rabbi was hired and the NJC became a full-service synagogue in a central location. The Rabbinic leadership evolved from student Rabbis to part-time Rabbis, and finally a full-time Rabbi. The ritual furnishings, ark, ner tamid, lecterns and most importantly, the Torahs, were donated.

Today, the NJC has grown to more than 100 families. Volunteer musicians lead the congregation in prayer and song at most Shabbat and Holiday services. Past innovative programs include creative services that are popular with congregants of all ages, including "Blue Jeans Shabbat," "Pizza and Ice Cream Shabbat," "Chardonnay Shabbat," "Nature Walk Shabbat," as well as “Zoo-mobile and Canoe Havdalah” events.

The NJC enables its members to develop a relationship with G-d through communal worship, study of Torah, religious education and

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assembly. The Religious School was chosen by the Institute of Southern Jewish Living to implement its pilot Religious School Curriculum. Each of the B’nai Mitzvah and Confirmation students completes a Tikkun Olam Project and the confirmands write and conduct their entire service.

The NJC is truly a congregation of volunteers, who put in countless hours because of the love for Judaism and the desire for a strong Jewish community, committed to the values and conduct of the individual, the family and the society in which we live.

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4141 West Esplanade Avenue • Metairie, LA 70002 504-454-2910 www.jewishlouisiana.com Rabbi: Yossie Nemes E-mail: rabbi@jewishlouisiana.com Cell number: 504-957-4986 Program Director: Chanie Nemes E-mail: chanie@jewishlouisiana.com Cell number: 504-957-4987 About The Chabad Jewish Center of Metairie, was established as a branch of Chabad Lubavitch of Louisiana in the summer of 1990 in response to development in suburban New Orleans. Directed by Rabbi Yossie and Chanie Nemes, Chabad Center aptly serves the needs of the suburban New Orleans Jewish community. In the spring of 1999 construction of the modern facility, dedicated in memory of Gerson Katz, was completed, enabling the center to enhance its ability to expand its programs and activities.

Chabad Jewish Center, hosts a wide range of educational and social service programs attracting diverse participation from across the New Orleans Jewish community. Our primary base of support is the hundreds of New Orleanians who contribute regularly to the Chabad Jewish Center and our programs.

Chabad of Metairie is one of more than 2,500 branches of today's largest international organization involved with Jewish education and outreach programs.

Chabad and Lubavitch are in fact synonomous terms referrring to the same organization. Embracing the philosophy of the Chabad Lubavitch

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Movement, which originated in the town of Lubavitch in White Russia during the 18th century, Lubavitch's underlying doctrine is "Ahavat Yisrael" (love for a fellow Jew). Chabad recognizes no differences between Jews; its goal is to serve the spiritual and physical needs of each Jew regardless of affiliation, wherever he or she may be, with understanding and with love.

By means of a rare combination that blends traditional Judaism with modern day techniques, Chabad has found the formula to develop a rapport with the most alienated of Jews and to enhance their outlook.

By arousing an intellectual and/or emotional interest in our faith, Chabad has become the catalyst to connect Jews with their Jewish roots and revive the sparks of Jewish consciousness in the hearts and minds of each Jew. There are no prerequisites for getting involved with Chabad, whether you are affiliated or not, have much Jewish background or none, you are always welcome to try one or all of our programs. We are here to serve you and we will do our best to help you and your family. You do not have to be a member at Chabad, you do not even have to agree with everything Chabad says or does - you just have to be Jewish - and you automatically belong.

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Chabad at Tulane Where Every Jew is Family 7033 Freret Street • New Orleans, LA 70118 504-861-7578 Director: Rabbi Yochanan Rivkin Chabad Jewish Student Center The Chabad House Jewish Student Center is a Jewish student’s ‘home away from home’, which, like your house, never closes its doors. It serves the undergraduate population at Tulane, Loyola, LSU, and UNO. Chabad provides: Shabbat Dinners Every Friday Night is a cause for celebration when you join in the crowd at Chabad House for meaningful services, a full-course homecooked dinner, singing, and lots of fun. All this in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

Jewish Holidays You may be far from home, but our Chabad House ensures that the Jewish Holidays stay near and dear.

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Classes Regardless of your previous background or knowledge, you can further your Jewish education and develop a deeper understanding of your heritage at Chabad House. We offer scheduled classes in subjects ranging from mysticism and philosophy to Jewish laws and customs. We also have various cooking and crafts programs for those who want to learn about Judaism in a hands-on way. In addition, we offer the option to set up your own personal learning program with Rabbi Yochanan or Sarah Rivkin.

Social Events At Chabad, we know that Judaism can be fun. Therefore we provide a wide range of special events and activities for Jewish students in New Orleans to enjoy. From a midweek Felafel night to a Saturday Night Cafe, Chabad is the place to hang out and make new friends.

Keep your eye on the campus kiosks for information on upcoming events.

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Beth Shalom Synagogue

9111 Jefferson Hwy. Baton Rouge, LA 70809 P: (225) 924-6773 F: (225) 923-1373 President - Mark Posner Rabbi: Natan Trief rabbi@bethshalomsynagogue.org www.bethshalomsynagogue.org

has been committed to a substantive, learned and deeply spiritual vision of Reform Judaism. For more than half a century, Beth Shalom has been committed to perpetuating our founders’ vision of a “Reform Congregation that Honors Tradition.”

About We are Beth Shalom: A congregational community committed to honoring traditional Judaism.

We are Beth Shalom: A congregational family focused on creating a Jewish home in Baton Rouge for diverse peoples seeking spiritual connection.

We are Beth Shalom: A covenantal people, sharing the values of Reform Judaism.

What Kind of Community is Beth Shalom?

We are an inclusive Jewish community that values meaningful worship, serious study, and Tikkun Olam. We emphasize acceptance of all people and believe that every person brings unique gifts to contribute to our diverse Beth Shalom family.

What Jewish Educational Opportunities Exist at Beth Shalom?

We continue to renew and evolve our efforts to provide for lifelong Jewish learning from early childhood through adult education.

We recognize that we are all students and we seek to challenge our members with meaningful and appropriate study relevant to our times.

How Does Beth Shalom Reach Out to the World?

We encourage Tikkun Olam that is relevant to our members, individually and to our congregation collectively. We collaborate with secular and other faith based organizations. We begin in our local community and reach out to impact our global environment and to improve living conditions for all peoples, especially our sisters and brothers in Eretz Yisrael.

How Does Beth Shalom Ensure Its Future?

We strategically plan for our future. We work to expand our membership, promote ongoing leadership development, and maintain financial stability. We recognize that this congregation requires continued support from all members of our synagogue family.

A Brief History In 1945, 19 families who envisioned a home for traditional Judaism in Baton Rouge established Liberal Synagogue. Our founding families hoped to establish a Bet Tefillah, a house of worship, where Jews of varied backgrounds could find a spiritual home. A quarter of a century later, shortly after moving into our current Jefferson Highway location, Liberal Synagogue adopted a Hebrew name and became Beth Shalom, House of Peace. Since our founding, Beth Shalom Synagogue Congregation B’nai Israel of THE

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3354 Kleinert Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70806 225-343-0111 Fax 225-343-0653 Email: office@bnai-israel.com www.bnaibr.com Rabbi: Jordan Goldson A Brief History of Our Congregation Over a century ago, a small group formed the first Hebrew Congregation of Baton Rouge, today, called Congregation B'nai Israel.

The size of the original congregation is unknown, but it must have been small; in those days, Baton

Rouge was little more than a village.

Although there is no record of the original charter, evidence from various sources points to 1858 as our congregation's birth date. The oldest tombstone in The Jewish Cemetery is dated 1858, and congregational documents confirm a recorded death in that year. (The old death register provides interesting reading. It lists the causes of death and indicates that yellow fever took a high toll during '58, the year of the plague. Birthplaces, too, were recorded, and they varied widely.

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Further evidence that our congregation must have been established in 1858 is contained in a portfolio at the East Baton Rouge Parish Courthouse, which lists a sale of property in 1859 to the Hebrew Congregation Shaare Chesed, evidently organized the year before. The 60-by-120-foot plot, on the corner of Church (now Fourth) and North Streets, was bought at auction for $585. Other "items” sold at the auction, according to the portfolio, were furniture, carriages and slaves.

Records of our congregation prior to 1877 are sketchy indeed. In the Archives at Hebrew Union College, there is a letter from Isaac Mayer Wise to Rabbi Levi in Baton Rouge. This letter is dated 1859.

Isaac Mayer Wise, the prophet of American Reform Judaism, was then just beginning his pioneering work in Cincinnati, and Reform Judaism itself was still very young when our congregation was formed.

In the beginning, finding a site for a House of Worship and fundraising to erect a Temple were this congregation's dominant problems.

A Temple never was erected on the property at Church and North Streets. By 1871, the congregation

was worshipping at Dalsheimer Hall, a community gathering place for speeches, meetings and dances.

These were Reconstruction days following the Civil War, and life was not easy in the South. However, despite financial obstacles, the ladies of Congregation Shaare Chesed were determined to erect a permanent place of worship. They did not want to say their prayers in a dance hall forever. In January 1871, they organized a Ladies' Hebrew Aid Association. The preamble to their constitution states, "We the undersigned, have this day associated ourselves together for the purpose of building in the City of Baton Rouge a synagogue for Jewish Worship, and we have adopted the following constitution for our government.”

In 1876, their efforts seemed fruitful. Court House records show that in this year the Hebrew Congregation Shaare Chesed traded its property on Church and North Streets with Rev. Cyrille Delacroix for a lot and building (a former Catholic Brothers' School) on Fifth and Laurel Streets. To affect the trade, the congregation had to pay a balance of $200. In March 1877, the congregation moved to their new location. The Dedication Cer-

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emonies were attended by dignitaries of the city government and friends of members of Congregation Shaare Chesed.

The ladies worked to purchase items essential to the Temple.

Records show that in 1877, with a total membership of 17, the ladies raised $1,399.35—a huge sum in those postwar days. After much investigation and debate, they invested the money in Torah covers, carpets, chandeliers, draperies, an organ, and the Eternal Light.

The occupancy of the Temple was short-lived, for suddenly the congregation learned it did not have clear title to the property. A series of lawsuits followed, culminating in a hearing before the Louisiana Supreme Court. In 1880, the congregation received an eviction notice. The ladies' group lost heart at this disappointment, and since the congregation was once more worshipping in Dalsheimer Hall, they voted to disband in 1882.

Sometime between the acquisition of our first Temple and the disbandment of the Ladies' Hebrew Aid Association, the name of the Hebrew Congregation Shaare Chesed was changed to Congregation B'nai Israel. Our first accurate historical record of the change, however, is the charter of the Congregation B'nai Israel, passed in Baton Rouge. The charter was signed on August 13, 1886, by congregation members Simon Block, Jules S. Dreyfous, Joe Rothschild, Ben R. Mayer, Edward Klotz, Joe Mendelsohn, M. Seidenbach, S. Seidenback, J.S. Kowalski, Leon Block, Ed Schloss, Joe Gottlieb, Leon Moritz and Moses Gottlieb. These men formally organized under Louisiana Law a nonprofit corporation entitled "Congregation B'nai Israel (Sons of Israel).” The purposes of the corporation were set forth as "the cherishing, preserving and perpetuating the principles of pure Judaism, as well as for the cultivation and spread of enlightened religious sentiment.” In more recent times, the purposes have been expressed as being "to preserve, perpetuate, and embrace the principles of Reform Judaism.”

In 1885, the ladies, who were once again determined to end worship in a dance hall, reorganized the Ladies' Aid Association. Their goal: to find funds to buy back our Temple. Finances were always a problem for this group, but they persevered. In 1885, they held a "Moonlight Festival.” Other fundraising affairs were a "Grad and

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Fancy Dress Ball and Supper” (1888), and a "Calico Ball” (1891).

By 1886, the building at Fifth and Laurel had been repurchased, and Congregation B'nai Israel was re-established in a house of worship all its own. However, the problem of insufficient funds remained. In 1894, the congregation was forced to borrow, and a mortgage in the amount of $1,750 was given to the District Grand Lodge No. 7, Independent Order of B'nai Birth. Signing for the congregation were M. Weis and Ben R. Mayer. The mortgage was eventually repaid, and the Congregation occupied the original building for the next 60 years.

Our present synagogue has been occupied by our congregation since 1954. Now, the greater Baton Rouge area has a population of more than 700,000, and we have grown with our city. Our synagogue underwent a major expansion in 1990. We have also purchased the vacant lot next to the synagogue. Although our building has undergone a recent expansion, we use the same burial ground they provided for us in 1858.

It is impossible to tell the history of a congregation simply in terms of financial setbacks, buildings, rabbis, or even synagogue activities. The history of a congregation is the history of its members, their families, their friends, and the community in which they lived together, worked together, and worshipped G-d. The proud history of Congregation B'nai Israel continues to be written by our dedicated members and the membership yet to come, continually inspired by our devotion to our faith and to G-d.

About Us Membership at Congregation B'nai Israel provides: • Meaningful opportunities for worship and prayer in our beautiful sanctuary.

• A full time rabbi to serve the needs of our members.

• Fun and exciting Religious School experiences for our children or grandchildren.

• Inspiring adult education classes and workshops.

• Opportunities to connect with others who are interested in being part of the Jewish community.

• A community that celebrates joyous occasions and offers support in times of need.

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• A historic building facility in the Garden District.

• A Jewish cemetery for burial of our members and loved ones.

• Information about local, national, and international events that affect each of us as Jews.

• An endowment fund that ensures financial stability for generations to come.

Reform Movement Affiliation Congregation B'nai Israel is one of the oldest members of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ). The URJ provides vision, direction and leadership to Reform Jews and congregations on spiritual, ethical, social justice and management issues. The URJ offers programming support to Reform congregations in an effort to strengthen individual Jewish identity and growth.

Being a member of the URJ also provides B'nai Israel children access to URJ camps, including our own Henry S. Jacobs Camp.

Chabad of Baton Rouge

2811 Calanne Avenue Baton Rouge, La. 70820 Office: 225.267.7047 Rabbi Peretz Kazen: Peretzkazen@ gmail.com Mushka Kazen: Mushkakazen@ gmail.com About Chabad Chabad is an international movement dedicated to aiding every single Jew in connecting to our heritage. The inspiration and guiding force to this movement is the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson of righteous memory. He shared his love towards G‑d and the Jewish nation with his followers, his Chassidim, resulting in Chabad outreach. For more about the Chabad movement, click here.

Chabad in the greater Louisiana area now has 4 centers. Click here to see our affiliates, and more on Chabad's history in the State.

Our Mission Any Mitzvah. Any Jew. Any Moment. The Jewish people are quite diverse. But there must be some Mitzvah that everyone can relate to. We believe in the immeasurable power of every Jew, and the immeasurable value of every MitzTHE

vah. Our mission is to provide half day option, as well. Before and every Jew with that opportunity in a After Care are also available. Familoving, accepting and non-judg- lies of all faiths are welcome. mental manner.

Our community embraces children through education, sports, and family activities. Located in the JEWISH EDUCATION Uptown JCC, the JCC Nursery School has acted as a pillar of early childhood education in New NURSERY SCHOOLS Orleans for over half-a-century.

NEW ORLEANS Current Nursery School Families We view families as engaged partners essential to building a Jewish Community Center healthy school community. Parents Nursery School are always welcomed at the JCC 5342 St Charles Ave Nursery School. For those who New Orleans, La, 70115 seek more involvement, many 504-897-0143 opportunities are available to join Fax 504-897-1380 in holiday celebrations, attend About weekly Shabbat programs, meet The JCC Nursery School and other parents, work in our classPre-K enriches a child’s natural rooms, and participate in the direclove of learning and encourages tion of the school by volunteering growth in social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Our program offers a play based child Photography centered curriculum for ages 13 donna matherne donnamatherne months through 5 years of age. The For babies, bar/bat mitzvahs, sweet sixteens, For babies, bar/bat mitzvahs, sweet sixteens, JCC offers a range of attendance weddings, weddings,seniors andmore, more, Face to Face seniors and Face to Face Photography options based on age, three and Photography your local local photography studio is isyour photography studio for all life’sphoto photo memories. memories. five-day-a-week programs, and a for all of oflife’s half day option, as well. Families of Our services include: all faiths are welcome. services include: - schoolOurphotography - event- school photography Prospective Families photography - event photography -weddings The JCC Nursery School and - weddings -bar/bar - bar/bat mitzvahs mitzvahs Pre-K enriches a child’s natural - sweet sixteens -sweet sixteen - debutante balls -debutante love of learning and encourages - etcetera! balls - senior photography -etcetera!

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The program emphasizes Jewish values and practices, customs, ceremonies of the Shabbat, High Holy Days and other Jewish holidays throughout the year. Although the program is designed for all Jewish children in the Greater New Orleans area, we are open to the community.

Planned within the framework of philosophy and purpose, Louise Hayem Manheim Nursery School’s curriculum gives children the opportunity to explore, experiment, manipulate, observe and question. The children work with learning materi-

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Creative art materials encourage children to experiment and explore sensory experiences. Outdoor activities, creative body movement and music help the children develop gross motor coordination. Other activities include field trips throughout the community, food preparation and gardening.

Individual class curriculum will be explained in more detail at the September “Eat’n Meet”.

Afternoon enrichment activities include: Computer, Yoga, Conversational Spanish, Gym Rompers, Reading Readiness, and Creative Art & Cooking.

Standards Louise Hayem Manheim Nursery School was established in the fall of 1975. The school has a class “B” license by the State Department of Social Services. The staff receives training in CPR/FIRST AID, Health & Safety Workshops, and 6 hrs. of continuing education yearly.

Its operation is governed by the Board of Trustees of Congregation Gates of Prayer, the Nursery School Committee and a professional Director.

LA 70809 Phone: 225-924-6772 Fax: 225-924-3697 Email: rayner@bethshalomsynagogue.org Director: Dottie Smith Alfred G. Rayner Learning Center About The Alfred G. Rayner Learning Center was founded in 1984 to provide daily care for infants and young children. From its fledgling origins, the school has evolved into a multilevel day care and learning center for pre-kindergarten children.

The Alfred G. Rayner Learning Center has two goals: • To provide safe, quality, professional care and supervision of the children entrusted to the school.

• To begin the educational process by providing a foundation of values and skills using learning techniques that are developmentally appropriate.

The Alfred G. Rayner Learning Center provides a healthy functional physical environment, a structured, progressive, developmentally appropriate curriculum, knowledgeable teachers and encourages the involvement of parents.

From infancy to preschool your child will engage in exciting learning activities specifically designed to meet their needs and help them develop in all areas.

The focus of our programming: BATON ROUGE • Emphasizes Judaism, its customs and culture • Builds language skills Alfred G. Rayner Learning • Develops gross and fine motor Center skills 9111 Jefferson Hwy. Baton Rouge, • Fosters critical thinking • Encourages positive social interactions • Nurtures creativity and curiosity Our program also offers: • Music classes taught by a certified teacher • Mousercise, a floor-based gymnastics program • Annual speech, hearing and vision screenings • Visits from the fire department, zoo, school buses, police department, dentist and others • Interesting seminars or courses for parents Infants: Three to 12 months of age Our infant program supports your baby’s development and takes

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care of his/her daily needs in a loving and nurturing environment.

Babies are offered developmentally appropriate toys to observe and manipulate, books to view and music to enjoy in various forms.

They are surrounded by verbal communication from their teachers and are able to interact with their peers.

Parents are provided feedback on aspects of the baby’s day, such as diapering, feeding and sleeping.

Toddlers: One to two years of age Toddlers learn by experiencing the environment through their senses (sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch) and through physical movement and social interaction. Toddlers also absorb information about the world around them as adults read, talk and sing with them. They are offered developmentally appropriate toys to observe and manipulate. These children are surrounded by a nurturing, stimulating environment throughout the day.

Two and three years of age This program emphasizes communication, problem solving, gross, fine motor and play skills. Children engage in indoor and outdoor motor activities and pretend, imaginary, dramatic and creative play. Children are immersed in a “whole language,” a way of teaching reading and writing that emphasizes learning whole words and phrases by encountering them in meaningful contexts rather than by phonics exercises.

Four and five years of age Children develop an understanding of the concepts of self, others and the world around them through observation and interaction with adults and peers. Using educational materials, the children seek solutions to concrete problems.

Math, science, social studies and health are integrated into meaningful activities, including: building with blocks, measuring various substances (sand, water or cooking ingredients); observing changes in the environment; working with tools; sorting various objects for a purpose; exploring animals, plants, water, wheels and gears; singing and listening to music from various cultures; and art (drawing, painting and working with various media).

This class follows routines that enhance their cognitive abilities and broaden their knowledge base.

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Jewish Community Day School At the Goldring Woldenberg Jewish Community Campus 3747 West Esplanade Avenue Metairie, LA 70002 504.887.4091 office@jcdsnola.org www.jcdsnola.org Our History: A Dream Come True Jewish Community Day School was founded in 1996 by a group of visionary parents. They imagined a school in which children are empowered by a rigorous academic curriculum and a strong ethical foundation in a warm and welcoming community.

Thanks to all of our spectacular supporters, this year JCDS celebrates our 23rd anniversary!

Our Mission The mission of Jewish Community Day School is to instill a love of learning invigorated by empowering academics. JCDS is rooted in Jewish tradition, fostering spirituality (emunah), dedication to repair our world (tikkun olam) and commitment to the entire Jewish people (k’lal Yisrael). JCDS is a nurturing school where families of all backgrounds are welcomed and children are prepared for their futures.

At JCDS we ensure that: • Students become inquiring, capable youth, who are passionate lifelong learners • Teachers are dedicated to best educational practices • Families are engaged in their children's academic achievement and holistic development • Ethics and morals of our students are nurtured through commitment to Jewish values • Positive connections to the language, land, culture and people of the State of Israel are created • Children are primed for full participation in our global society

Our Mission Torah Academy of New Orleans offers an excellent Jewish preschool and elementary day school education for the children of New Orleans.

Torah Academy promotes a student centered community combining academic excellence with a rich Jewish tradition. Each child is strengthened by the acquisition of knowledge and character development, and is guided toward the fulfillment of their individual potential. Parents, teachers, and students work together in an atmosphere of respect, joy, wonder, and cooperation. Torah Academy provides the foundation for life-long academic and personal success.

Why Should I Enroll My Child at Torah Academy?

Torah Academy is a great choice for any Jewish Child in the greater New Orleans area! Our teachers are known for their warmth and connection to the students. The student to teacher ratio is well above state mandated requirements. The children learn a great deal through play, and are encouraged to flourish as individuals. Science, math, literacy and the arts are all experienced through play and experiential learning. And of course, the child will experience hand on Jewish learning, which will lay a foundation for lifelong interest and involvement!

Will my family feel comfortable if we are not Orthodox?

Torah Academy is a warm and welcoming place where Jewish children and parents from all backgrounds form lasting friendships.

The school embraces a full spectrum of student body, reflecting the variety of the Jewish community, with families practicing Judaism in many different ways. The focus is on developing knowledge of Judaism and pride in our heritage. The fundamental Torah lesson of respect for all people is taught and modeled here.

Email: srivkin@tulane.edu www.tulanechabad.org About The Chabad House Jewish Student Center is a Jewish student’s ‘home away from home’, which, like your house, never closes its doors. It serves the undergraduate population at Tulane, Loyola, LSU, and UNO. Chabad provides: Shabbat Dinners Every Friday Night is a cause for celebration when you join in the crowd at Chabad House for meaningful services, a full-course homecooked dinner, singing, and lots of fun. All this in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

Jewish Holidays You may be far from home, but our Chabad House ensures that the Jewish Holidays stay near and dear.

Apples dipped in honey, Shofar blowing, Simchat Torah Dancing, Chanukah Menorahs, Purim Hamantashen, Hand-baked Pesach shmura matzah, we’ve got all that and more. Join us on the holidays and appreciate the Jewish calendar like never before.

Classes Regardless of your previous background or knowledge, you can further your Jewish education and develop a deeper understanding of your heritage at Chabad House. We offer scheduled classes in subjects ranging from mysticism and phi-

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Innovating Jewish Community The Goldie & Morris Mintz Center for Jewish Life 912 Broadway, New Orleans, LA 70118 Phone: 504.866.7060 Fax: 504.866.7021 Email: hillel@tulane.edu Executive Director: Jonah Schiller About Tulane Hillel is a non-profit community center that fosters leadership and community engagement.

A leader in entrepreneurial-based programming, Tulane Hillel serves as an incubator and platform for college students to engage in the

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Social Events At Chabad, we know that Judaism can be fun. Therefore we provide a wide range of special events and activities for Jewish students in New Orleans to enjoy. From a midweek Felafel night to a Saturday Night Cafe, Chabad is the place to hang out and make new friends.

Keep your eye on the campus kiosks for information on upcoming events.

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The Tulane Hillel team is a collection of voices, backgrounds, Hebrew School experiences, ambitions and identities. It is important that those who spend their time creating Jewish community are reflective of the broad and diverse demographic that comprise our cocreators.

Rimon at Hillel’s Kitchen Local superstar and culinary innovator, Chef Dan Esses of Three Muses, has opened his new restaurant, Rimon at Hillel . Chef Dan is serving up delicious, seasonal, farm-to-table, healthy and Kosher food like you’ve never had before.

Visit Rimon’s website www.rimontulanehillel.com for more information on hours and to view the menu.

Chef Dan Esses achieved notoriety through his popular Three Muses restaurants in New Orleans.

He will now bring all of his culinary talents to Tulane and Hillel, and leverage his vast national and international training in vegetarian, vegan, French, Korean, Jewish and Israeli cuisine.

We could not be more excited to have Rimon and Chef Dan’s delicious cuisine available at Hillel and at the LBC on Tulane’s campus.

Any questions regrading the kashrut of Rimon, should be directed to Rabbi Yonah at: yonah@ tulane.edu.

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Our Story Tulane Jewish Studies began in the 1970s, offering a limited number of courses in Hebrew language and American Jewish literature. As the Soviet Jewry movement gained traction around the nation, Jewish Studies gained a more prominent place on campus, and its growth continued into the 1990s. The program was transformed by a major gift in 2003 from the Sizeler family, and in the ensuing decade, Tulane received significant gifts from generous donors and national foundations. In 2013, Tulane Jewish Studies become a standalone department in the School of Liberal Arts, and we now stand poised to become a global leader in the field of Jewish Studies.

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Louisiana State University 122 Johnston Hall Baton Rouge, LA 70803 (225) 342-3725 C: (404) 680-6730 Email: admin@hillelatlsu.com Facebook: Hillel at LSU www.hillelatlsu.com About Small but diverse, LSU's Hillel helps bring a Jewish experience to students from all backgrounds Hillel is a Jewish student organization dedicated to bringing together Jewish students and enriching students' lives as both undergraduates and graduates.

At Louisiana State University, the Hillel is active and growing, gaining new members each year.

Throughout the academic year, Hillel hosts several events with the goal of both celebrating holidays and having fun.

Hillel at LSU exists to do one simple thing; unite both Jewish undergraduate and graduate students at Louisiana State University.

LSU attracts students from all over the state of Louisiana, as well as other states and from around the world, from large Jewish communities to small ones. By bringing this diverse group of students together, they can share stories, have fun and celebrate their Jewish heritage.

Whether it is at social events, spiritual gatherings, or in the classroom, Hillel at LSU encourages all students to grow and learn together as a community.

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Jewish Studies at LSU

212-A Allen Hall Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA70803 Joseph Kronick, Director Professor of English jkronic@lsu.eduph 225-578-3082 Fax: 225-578-4129 About Us Established in 1992, our mission is to serve as the intellectual heart of Jewish Studies in Louisiana, cultivating knowledge about Jewish cultures, religion, literature, history, and identity both within the academy and within the community. Jewish and non-Jewish students and faculty at LSU want to know about Judaism and Jewish contributions to civilization; this program works to satisfy that curiosity and to broaden understanding in the following ways: Academic Enhancement: Jewish Studies is a Humanities program housed in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Its academic goal is to promote an understanding of Jewish civilizations (History, cultures, and religion) through course offerings, library holdings, programming, faculty resources, and by providing leadership for Jewish student organizations.

Diversity and Interfaith Dialogue: The Jewish Studies Program enthusiastically promotes diversity, interfaith dialogue, and inter-cultural exchange.

Interdisciplinary and Innovative Scholarship: The Jewish Studies Program brings together internationally known scholars already on campus from a variety of disciplines into a rubric that provides an exciting opportunity to cross-fertilize their research, to build the program's reputation, and to make an impact on Jewish Studies nationally.

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Established in 2014, Waffles on Maple has become a New Orleans favorite among locals and visitors alike. We take pride in being a great place for friends and families to enjoy a meal together, and we strive to deliver an original waffle experience only found here in New Orleans. Adults, children, and everyone in between can enjoy something delicious. We specialize in gourmet waffles, from sweet to savory to your own customized creations. Whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner, you will not be disappointed. Everything on our menu is made with the best quality ingredients and our in-house specialty toppings. We are proud to say we have definitely set the standard for waffles in the New Orleans area, but make no mistake, Waffles on Maple is a lot more than just a delicious, gourmet, sweet and savory waffle shop. Make room because our menu offers plenty of appetizing items that will have you coming back for more! Be sure to visit us soon!

Casablanca Restaurant

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Our unique menu offers a variety of fresh and homemade dishes from across the Middle East!

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Kosher Cajun - New Orleans' premier kosher delicatessen and grocery. Now going into our twenty-third year, we continue to serve our loyal clientele and tourists as we witness the rebuilding from Hurricane Katrina.

Our grocery provides customers with what is easily the largest selection of kosher products in Louisiana. Whether you're looking for high quality and hard to find delicacies, or have special dietary needs such as vegetarian and lactose or sugar free foods, you're sure to find something to your liking from among our huge selection.

Our full service kitchen cooks fresh, home made breakfast, lunch and dinner fare, which is served up in our newly expanded restaurant dining area, as well as packaged for hotel delivery or catered events and other special occasion meals.

In addition to enlarging our dining room, our menu boasts full course meals including chicken and steaks from our grill, fresh soups and salads, and even a children's menu, all at family-friendly prices.

Last, but certainly not least, there's our full selection of fresh, made to order items from our deli: chopped liver, knishes, nova salmon, Dr. Brown's soda and of course, our pastrami and corned beef about which customers and local food critics Simply rave.

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Private Events – Weddings The Audubon Event team is the first caterer in Louisiana with Green Certification through the Green Restaurant Association. It’s a perfect pairing of environmental stewardship and culinary excellence.

Choose a beautiful venue to host your dream ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, or luncheon.

Vows are exchanged under the stars at the Sea Lion Colonnade; in the Maya Tunnel or in front of the Gulf Exhibit; in the Tea Room Garden; on the Cajun Ballroom’s outdoor deck; under the oaks at the Clubhouse; and other magical spots.

Private Events – Corporate Audubon Nature Institute has the perfect location for your next corporate event with venues that range from a community center designed to host small meetings to an auditorium with theater-style seating. The multi-purpose spaces, large party rooms and outdoor locations can set the tone for formal meetings, social gatherings or a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you are a teacher, club president, CEO or scout leader, we have a meeting room for you. Company picnics, team building retreats, training sessions and other meetings can be

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Café Du Monde Coffee Stand www.cafedumonde.com History The Original Cafe Du Monde Coffee Stand was established in 1862 in the New Orleans French Market. The Cafe is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It closes only on Christmas Day and on the day an occasional Hurricane passes too close to New Orleans.

The Original Cafe Du Monde is a traditional coffee shop. Its menu consists of dark roasted Coffee and Chicory, Beignets, White and Chocolate Milk, and fresh squeezed Orange Juice. The coffee is served Black or Au Lait. Au Lait means that it is mixed half and half with hot milk. Beignets are square French -style doughnuts, lavishly covered with powdered sugar. In 1988 Iced Coffee was introduced to the cafe. Soft drinks also made their debut that year.

There are a total of eight Cafe Du Monde Coffee Stands in the New Orleans Metropolitan area.

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• Catering for Special Events • Newly remodeled & expanded facilities • Ideal for banquets, private parties on or off premises • Additional off-street parking has been added behind the restaurant for your convenience

We Host Rehearsal Dinners Lunch Specials: Mon.-Sat. 11:00-4:00 Enjoy our new larger menu selection featuring appetizers, delicious soups and over 100 entrees including poultry, beef, seafood, and vegetarian dinners.

Business Hours

Monday – Thursday 11:00 am–10:30 pm Friday – Saturday 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sunday 11:30 am–10:30 pm

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Community Resource Guide Rimon at Hillel’s Kitchen

at the LBC on Tulane’s campus.

SUMMER CAMPS Any questions regarding the The Goldie & Morris Mintz Center kashrut of Rimon, should be directfor Jewish Life Henry S Jacobs Camp 912 Broadway, New Orleans, LA ed to Rabbi Yonah at: yonah@ 3863 Morrison Road tulane.edu.

70118 Utica, Mississippi 39175 504.866.7060 Phone: (601) 885-6042 Fax: 504.866.7021 Camp Director: Anna Blumenfeld KASHERING SERVICE Email: hillel@tulane.edu Herman About About Local superstar and culinary Kitchen Kashering Service Jacobs is the Union for Reform innovator, Chef Dan Esses of Three Rabbi Mendel Rivkin Judaism's summer camp serving the Muses, has opened his new restau- 504-866-5164 Deep South: Alabama, Arkansas, If you are interested in makin Louisiana, Mississippi, Central & rant, Rimon at Hillel . Chef Dan is serving up delicious, seasonal, gyour kitchen koser, Rabbi Mendel Western Tennessee and the Florida farm-to-table, healthy and Kosher Rivkin makes house calls. He will Panhandle. Since 1970, Jacobs food like you’ve never had before. work with you to see what dishes, Camp has been providing a caring Visit Rimon’s website www.rimon- pots and pans and utensils can be Jewish community that builds young tulanehillel.com for more informa- kashered and what equipment needs people. Our camp program has a tion on hours and to view the menu. to be replaced. He will provide profound impact on our campers. education, guidance, and other help The opportunity to live as part of a Chef Dan Esses achieved notoas you movve toward the goal of a close-knit community and develop riety through his popular Three kosher kitchen. new skills, assisted by a dynamic Muses restaurants in New Orleans. and enthusiastic staff, coupled with He will now bring all of his culiJewish values and the development nary talents to Tulane and Hillel, WEDDING OFFICIANT of one’s Jewish identity result in the and leverage his vast national and experience of a lifetime! international training in vegetarian, Cantor Samuel Krush In 2014 Anna Blumenfeld Hervegan, French, Korean, Jewish and man was named the fourth Camp 504-391-8292 Israeli cuisine.

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Jacobs Camp now serves 504-228-5071 Reform Jewish families from AlaWe could not be more excited to neworleanscantor@yahoo.com bama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missishave Rimon and Chef Dan’s delisippi, Central & Western Tennescious cuisine available at Hillel and see, the Florida Panhandle, and beyond. The camp has to attract 25% of the eligible kids in the region to fill its beds.

While this has always been a challenge, it also means that the camp has a significant effect on a Thomas J. Capella quarter of the region’s young people.

Jefferson Parish Assessor Thus the impact of Jacobs on the region is more direct and visible than Long term acute care for the other Jewish camps. Because the medically complex patient camp was built by every congregation, and not just a handful of major Medicare • Medicaid • Managed Care donors, most Reform Jews in the 14500 Hayne Blvd., #100, N.O. MeMorial Hospital region feel a pride of ownership and 504-210-3000 a strong sense of connection to it.

504-210-3006 fax The Care You Want, The Time You Need www.stcatherine-hospital.com For over 45 years, Jacobs Camp has served a region that does not have a single large Jewish commu24 Hour Pick-uP & Delivery Serving JefferSon PariSh for over 50 YearS commercial cHarge nity. Many of its campers come accounts Welcome Courteous Drivers...DepenDable metairie’s from small cities and towns. For Metairie Cab First & Finest them, Jacobs Camp is a Jewish oasis. It provides a Jewish world that just does not exist for most 835-4242 raDio DispatCheD units campers during the rest of the year.

And as the Jewish communities in 3625 Airline Drive • MetAirie - All CAbs Air ConDitioneD the camp region have evolved over the years, with several small congregations closing, Jacobs Camp has remained a center of Jewish life NEW INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE in the Deep South.

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JEWISH MUSIC Panorama Jazz Band

Lic. #51280

Schenck, 504-650-1296 Email: panoramanola@gmail.com www.panoramajazzband.com About Acoustic Party Music of the World via New Orleans Panorama has been bringing all sorts of music into all sorts of situations since the mid 90s, always with a strong New Orleans party vibe cultivated over years of entertaining locals and tourists alike in their native Crescent City. They have been playing weddings, funerals, parties, nightclubs, parades, concerts, corporate events and music festivals locally, nationally and internationally ever since.

The Panorama Jazz Band took shape in November 1995 when a friend asked New Orleans clarinetist Ben Schenck to organize a combo for her wedding. Originally a trio, the group gradually evolved by 2006 to include seven players (clarinet, alto saxophone, trombone, accordion, banjo, tuba and drums).

The original concept was to perform New Orleans Traditional Jazz and drop in an occasional number from the Caribbean or Eastern Europe.

Before long, however, the musicians in the band gradually became more fascinated by Jewish klezmer, the Creole biguines of Martinique and folk music from the Balkans and Latin America, occasionally dropping in music by Jellyroll Morton, Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet or Fats Domino to remind listeners where the band is from.

In 1997 they began playing Mardi Gras parades, a project which eventually grew into a separate marching outfit, the Panorama Brass Band. That group has been active primarily during Carnival time in New Orleans as the official brass band of the Krewe du Jieux and the St. Anthony Ramblers as well as marching in such parades as Krewe of Muses, Knights of Babylon, Krewe of Tucks, Krewe of Morpheus and Box of Wine. The brass band does also perform in New Orleans nightclubs as well as for weddings, funerals, private parties and other events.

Discography Beginning in 2003, Panorama began producing and releasing CDs to sell at gigs. Their discography now includes seven albums plus dozens of digital-only singles released monthly online since May, 2014, through their Bandcamp subscription club, Good Music for You (Panoramaland).

Clarinetist / Bandleader: Ben

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JEWISH BOOKS Octavia Books 513 Octavia Street New Orleans, LA 70115 504-899-READ (7323) www.octaviabooks.com Welcome to Octavia Books, where our well-read staff is always happy to provide friendly assistance. Thank you for choosing to let Octavia Books serve you and be your independent bookstore.

P J Library Jewish Children’s Regional Service Executive Tower 3500 N. Cause-way Blvd. Ste. 1120 Metairie, LA 70002 Enrollment For more information, contact Bonnie Lustig, PJ Library Coordi-nator at Bonnie@jcrs.org or (800) 729-5277.PJ Library® is made pos-sible in the Greater New Orleans area by a generous grant from the Goldring Family Foundation.

Do your children love free picture books about Jewish holidays, Jewish folktales, Jewish family life and values? PJ LIBRARY® is a nationally acclaimed outreach ini-tiative for Jewish families of young children.

Created by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, PJ (for pajama) Lbrary® provides a treasury of FREE Jewish books and music to children aged six months through eight years. The books and CDs are specially selected by childhood experts.

They are high-ly engaging, beautifully illustrated, and agespecific. Once you enroll, a free selection arrives in the mail every month for each child in your family to enjoy.

JCRS is funding this gift to enhance the joys and knowledge of our Jewish heritage for young chil-dren and their families. Each selec-tion includes a parent’s guide to help families use the selection at home. Many parents describe the books and music as a valuable way to nurture Jewish identity; children enjoy them as treasured gifts which they love to read and hear again and again.

JUDAICA Gates of Prayer Judaica Shop 4000 W. Esplanade Ave. Metairie, La. 70002 504-885-2600 THE

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JEWISH LIGHT Naghi’s 633 Royal St. New Orleans, La. 70130 504-586-8373 Shir Chadash Gift Shop 3737 West Esplanade Ave. Metairie, La. 70002 504-889-1144 Touro Sisterhood Book and Judaica Shop 4238 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, La. 70115 504-895-4843 Yvonne Yuspeh Strug Sisterhood Judaica Shop in Temple Sinai 6227 St Charles Ave New Orleans, La. 70118 504-861-3693

JEWISH CEMETERIES BATON ROUGE Jewish (Hebrew) Cemetery 1400 block of North Street Baton Rouge, LA. Liberal Synagogue Cemetery 9665 Florida Street Baton Rouge, LA. NEW ORLEANS CHEVRA KADISHA OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS

We provide service to all of the Jewish Community.

We wash, sanctify and dress the deceased with prayers and rituals that are beautiful, dignified and according to the oldest of Jewish traditions. At some point, you might want to list us under Jewish organizations as that is what we are and i would be happy to write an article about us. We are over 100 years old and are made up of members of all the different sectors of the New Orleans Jewish Community. We are truly a community organization.

For further information, please contact: Sandy Lassen slassen@cox.net, 504-782-7218

Chevra Thilim Cemetery Association (Conservative) Old Chevra Thilim 4800 Block of Canal St. New Orleans, LA. New Chevra Thilim 5000 Iberville St. New Orleans, LA Contact: Sandy Lassen slassen@cox.net 504-782-7218 Congregation Beth Israel (Orthodox) 4444 Elysian Fields, New Orleans, LA 4800 block of Canal St New Orleans, LA. Contact: Marshall Gerson 504-523-1155 Congregation Gates of Prayer (Reform) 1412 Joseph St., New Orleans, LA 4800 block of Canal St. New Orleans, LA Contact: 504-885-2600 Hebrew Rest Cemeteries I, II, and II 2100 Pelopidas at Frenchman New Orleans, LA Contact: Herb Barton 504-861-3693

Northshore Jewish Congregation (Reform) 2260 West 21st Ave. Covington, LA 985-951-7976 or 985-778-7899 Shir Chadash/Tikvat Shalom Cemetery (Conservative) Jefferson Memorial Gardens 11316 River Rd.; St Rose, LA Contact: Sandy Lassen slassen@cox.net 504-782-7218 Touro Synagogue and Temple Sinai (Reform) Dispersed of Judah 4737 Canal St. at N. Anthony St. New Orleans, LA Contact:Herb Barton 504-861-3693

FUNERAL HOMES Lake Lawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.

New Orleans, LA 70124 504-486-6331 T h a r p - S o n t h e i m e r- T h a r p Funeral Home 1600 N. Causeway Blvd.

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JEWISH CEMETERIES Ahavas Shalom (Orthodox) 4100 Frenchmen St. New Orleans, LA. Contact: Ken Pailet 504-837-0770

Anshe Sfard (Orthodox) 4400 Elysian Fields Ave. New Orleans, LA Contact: Sandy Lassen slassen@cox.net 504-782-7218

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In 1874, my family established Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home and for five generations, we have cared for the families of New Orleans during their time of need. Providing only the highest standard of funeral service to all, regardless of financial circumstance, is engrained in our business and continues today as our heritage.

One constant in 144 years of service is our strong commitment to the people we are privileged to serve. Every life deserves a special time of honoring and celebrating; we are here to serve you. As a fifth generation Schoen, I am proud to return home to Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home and further my family’s legacy. We have a rich history in our community.

To better serve New Orleans, we have recently completed restoration of our iconic Canal Street property including the addition of the new J. Garic Schoen Chapel. This is our commitment to you, neighbors and friends – a pledge to our beloved city.

Patrick M. Schoen

From our family to yours, we invite you to join us in this renewal by visiting Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home. Please give me a call at 504-482-2111 and I will personally arrange a tour for you.

Sincerely, Patrick M. Schoen Managing Partner www.schoenfh.com

3827 CANAL ST.NEWORLEANS, LA 70119 | 504-482-2111