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FEATURE ARTICLE
“What a Wonderful World,” Right Here at the AJCC! By Dr. Susan Leifer Mathieu, Senior Adult Coordinator, Alpert Jewish Community Center
Senior Adults play bingo together following one of the Wednesday Lunches
sther had a full life; she lived in three states and raised four healthy children with her adoring husband Harvey. When she reached the ripe age of 81, Harvey passed away. Pained by the loss of their father and unable to fill the incredible gap in their mother’s life the children began to distance themselves. Esther’s story is not a unique one. Esther said she was very upset and lonely when her husband died, in addition, felt disconnected from everyone she loved. After a few months of this declining lifestyle, a friend introduced Esther to the Wednesday lunch program, 12:00 PM at the Alpert Jewish Community Center. “I’ve met friends, laughed a lot and discovered other programs at the AJCC!” Programs like the delicious luncheons at the J keep seniors in our community connected with friends along with offering stimulating speakers, local and world class entertainment and holiday celebrations. Aging affects everyone in different ways; however, the one constant is change. One of the AJCC’s goals is to have a place for older adults no matter what stage of their life they are in. As coordinator of the Senior Adult program (smathieu@alpertjcc.org and EXT 1721) and the Program Director for the Active Adult Community Connection (AACC) made possible by a grant from the Archstone Foundation, I have the pleasure of coordinating leisure services for seniors. We have many community partners; Jewish Family and Children’s Service, the Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach West Orange County, and the City of Long Beach De-
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partment of Health and Human Services. I have the opportunity to assess needs and provide exciting programs for our participants; develop meaningful roles that contribute to the quality of their lives. Along with creating positive and healthy changes in the elderly participants, I recently presented our program at the Florida Recreation and Park Association’s Institute and shared our many partnerships and sponsorships. Through a National Council on Aging Research Award (runner-up) I shared my happiness and humor study results through a webinar to gerontologists and practitioners throughout the country. The senior adult program is thriving and with additional funds from the Archstone grant, the Senior Adult Program at the AJCC is able to present a plethora of opportunities for older adults. The choices for senior adults are endless, from our RSVP (retired senior volunteer program) to the group fitness classes; there are countless opportunities for involvement. When a senior adult is new to the fitness program offered at the AJCC it is customary that staff recommends Aqua Aerobics. The ladies and gentlemen who attend this class are such a special group. Upon introducing the new participant to one of the regulars he or she is instantly accepted into the group. Often times the aqua ladies are seen giggling with each other or chatting after class. Along with offering social benefits, aqua aerobics has many health benefits. Exercising in the water is less
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stressful on the joints and perfect for people with arthritis. Aqua regular, Gloria explained “I enjoy the class and the trainers are very wonderful, they keep us moving.” Because of the support that the water gives, her doctor suggested that she take aqua to help strengthen her knees and muscles. Aqua Aerobics is offered weekdays. If you have any questions regarding Aqua aerobics or any of the group fitness classes offered at the AJCC please feel free to call the PE courtesy desk at extension 1051 or contact Jaime Nemirow, Senior Fitness Coordinator, at jnemirow@alpertjcc.org with questions.” The RSVP program is perfect for those seniors who want to give back to their community. RSVP is America’s largest volunteer network for people 55 and older. The program allows the volunteer to choose how and when they would like to serve. Volunteering can be a meaningful part of a senior’s life because when an individual volunteers, they’re not just helping others, they’re helping themselves. Volunteering leads to new life experiences and new friends. For questions regarding RSVP please contact Dianne Johnson, Director of Retired Senior and Volunteer Program at extension 1013. This year we have travelled to the Skirball Cultural Center (sponsored by Skirball Outreach) and the AQMD Clean Air for Senior Exposition (sponsored by the air quality management district) Hollywood Bowl (sponsored by LA County Supervisor, Don Knaube), a CSULB Carpenter Center concert and a MOLAA tour (sponsored by the Active Adult Community Connection). Furthermore, the Archstone Grant has provided funds for transportation through the Elbow to Elbow program a volunteer ride share program for seniors. It is already in place for Leisure World and the Jewish Studies Lecture Series. Please contact Chris Palzar extension 1013 for more information. We look forward to a February tour to the J. Paul Getty Museum (sponsored by Active Adult Community Connection), details coming soon. Senior Adult participation is increasing at the J and we look forward to even more exciting and relevant programming in 2012. On Sunday, January 1st please join us for a New Year’s Day Social, complete with party hats, blowers, entertainment and more. Hope to see you there!
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5 Thanks for Making Opening Night a Success!
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Check out the December events at local Synagogues
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The Jewish Community
The Guest Family Tree of Life
If you are a frequent visitor to the Alpert JCC on the Federation's Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Jewish Community Campus, you may have noticed the sparkling leaves of the Guest Tree of Life as you enter the building. In 1998 we dedicated the New Jewish Community Campus and the Guest Family are among the many dedicated families who helped build the building and have given years of service to strengthening our community. The Guests donated the Tree of Life in honor of their beloved son Steven Alan Guest
(1962-1993). The Tree was recently moved from the Lipeles Courtyard to the front of the building. Ron and Diane have a history of service to our community and especially to Jewish Family and Children's Service (JFCS). They are both long time board members of JFCS and Ron served as President. Jewish Family and Children's Service honored Ron with the Muriel Baldwin Service Award in 2005 for extraordinary service and outstanding leadership The Guests have also extended their energy and commitment over to the years to Jewish Federation, AJCC and Temple Israel. Ron also served as Master of the Los Cerritos Masonic Lodge. Ron and Diane have been married for over 55 years and from among their three children, Marc, Lisa, and their late son Steven, they have been blessed with four grandchildren. The Guest Family Tree of Life is a place for everyone to Honor, Cherish and Remember loved ones. The inscribed leaves on The Guest Family Tree of Life are a wonderful
way to commemorate Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, special birthdays & anniversaries, marriages, or to honor a loved one. The leaves support the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus which houses the Alpert JCC, Jewish Community Foundation,
Jewish Family & Children's Service, Jewish Federation, and Hillel. Leaves are available for purchase and will be engraved with the message of your choice. Gold leaves are $1500, Silver are $1000 and Bronze are $500. With your
donation, each leaf will help our community and reflect your lasting love. For information on how you can be part of the Tree of Life call Sharon Kenigsberg at 562-4267601 EXT. 1008
Connect, Explore & Celebrate at TribeFest 2012
(Back L-R) Susanne Katz, Phyllis Kenigsberg, (Front L-R) Bianca Rosenthal and Lisa Blumberg attended TribeFest 2011 and had a blast
Looking for a vacation that does more than just get you a great tan? Then come with the Jewish Federation Young Adult Division to TribeFest 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada
March 25-27, 2012. TribeFest is the premiere opportunity for 25-45 year olds across the country to gather together for 3 days of Judaism, music, culture, food, and fun. Through presentations by dynamic leaders in politics, entertainment, music, art, food, religion and other aspects of Jewish life, TribeFest offers attendees many ways to connect to their own Judaism and how they see themselves as part of the community. “TribeFest 2011 was awesome. I am so glad I went and I will be going back this year! I met amazing people from across the country that I have stayed in touch with and I really enjoyed all of the speakers,
presenters, and musicians,” explains Paige Fingerhut, Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach Young Adult Division Chair. There will be a diverse group of people from all across North America, from many backgrounds, involved in a myriad of professions and volunteer activities, married and single, with and without children, and of all sexual orientations. Jewish organizations such as Federations, Birthright Next, Moishe House, and many more all participate. “There are so many cities that attend with huge contingents of people. I would really like Long Beach to be represented with at least 10 people. Please join me
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for this fabulous 3 day event,” continues Paige. TribeFest officially kicks off on Sunday March 25 at 2:00 p.m. in Las Vegas but Las Vegas Federation will be hosting a Saturday night party that everyone is invited to. Tribefest will end 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27. Greater Long Beach residents can arrange their own transportation or we can all connect and either caravan or take a group flight. Hotel accommodations have been arranged at the Venetian Hotel for a VERY special price of $109/night plus tax for double occupancy. Registration for TribeFest is $450 before January 20 and
$499 after January 20. Registration covers most of your meals, presentations, evening parties, a social action project, and a t-shirt. The Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach is offering subsidies to help underwrite the cost of attendance for Greater Long Beach area residents. If you or someone you know is interested in attending TribeFest 2012, please contact Anna Shabtay at ashabtay@jewishlongbeach.org or 562-426-7601 EXT 1007 for subsidy information. You can also visit www.tribefest.org for more information. TribeFest 2012 is not to be missed!
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Thanks to the Community for Easy Tax Savings Before Year End Making Opening Night 2012 a You open the fund and the Jew- There is Still Time in 2011 Simplify Your Charitable Huge Success! ish Community Foundation does to Open a Donor Advised Giving with a Donor Advised More than $70,000 was raised for the Jewish Community Partnership Agencies.
Rabbi Laibson, Congregation Shir Chadash and Federation Board Member, leads Sukkot blessings and helps community members shake the Lulav. PHOTO COURTESY OF JESSIE BUTLER
Linda Simmons, 2012 Campaign Chair, Kathy Simmons, and Phyllis Wallis mingle during the cocktail hour. PHOTO COURTESY OF JESSIE BUTLER
Philanthropic Fund Did you know that there is a simple way to make a tax deductible contribution when it is most convenient for you and that allows you to make charitable distributions over time to qualified non-profit organizations? The answer is by opening a Donor Advised Philanthropic Fund (DAF) at the Jewish Community Foundation. You might think of a Donor Advised Philanthropic Fund as your “charitable debit card”. You put the asset in and the Jewish Community Foundation makes the grants to the charities you recommend. You receive a charitable tax deduction for the year in which the money is contributed even though distributions may take place in future years.
the work. Community members Joel and Edie Brodsky have a DAF and Edie has this to say about the benefits, “Joel and I give gifts throughout the year to many charities, both Jewish and non-Jewish. We have set up a Donor Advised Philanthropic Fund at the Jewish Community Foundation and have found that it makes our life easier, especially at tax time. With a donor advised fund we contribute when it is convenient for us and get the tax deduction and then at our request the Foundation takes care of the administrative work of the check writing and the distributions. At tax time, we have one statement from the Foundation that shows all of our distributions and it saves us from searching for numerous cancelled checks.”
Philanthropic Fund A fund is established by making a contribution of cash or securities to the Jewish Community Foundation. There is a minimum of $1000 needed to open a fund. Additional contributions can be made in any amount and at any time…helping you manage your tax liability* For more information about opening a Donor Advised Philanthropic Fund or other services of the Jewish Community Foundation, contact Sharon Kenigsberg at 562-426-7601 EXT. 1008 or sharonk@jewishlongbeach.org. *The Jewish Community Foundation does not offer personal tax advice and advises that each donor consult their accountant or other financial professionals regarding their unique tax situations.
Deborah Goldfarb, Executive Director (L) and Linda Simmons, 2012 Campaign chair (R) pose with Garry Plotkin, new Federation board member and Opening Night Event Chair.
(L-R) Jerry Horwitz, Susan Cohn, Sandy Horwitz, and Judy Lorber are all smiles at Opening Night on October 16, 2011.
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CONGREGATIONS
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Being Jewish at Christmas Rabbi David Klatzker
This year, Hanukkah falls on December 20-27, and its concurrence with Christmas will be evident to everyone. Perhaps this coincidence of dates will make it a bit easier for those Jews who annully complain that it is hard to be Jewish at Christmas time. They will finally have something really Jewish to do on December 25, besides going to the movies and Chinese restaurants. But I think most of us came to terms a long time ago with our “Christmas dilemma.” Christmas is a lovely holiday, but we do not feel any special yearning to join in the festivities. When the holiday atmosphere becomes over-
whelming, we slip into our role as tourists, visitors to a foreign culture. We wonder: how did the religious message of Christmas – the miraculous birth of the “Messiah,” saving humanity from the oppressive darkness of sin– get submerged by trees and Santa Claus and conspicuous consumption? Do we face the same sort of danger when Hanukkah becomes nothing more than latkes and gifts, without the slightest hint of a spiritual message? Or when the Pesach seder is no longer rooted in the traditional story, and becomes nothing more than a big family meal? Despite its obvious excesses
Rabbi Drew Kaplan Selected as a Clal Rabbi Without Borders Fellow eeeClal, The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership’s landmark initiative, Rabbis Without Rabbi Drew Kaplan B o r d e r s (RWB), which encourages rabbis to make Jewish thought and practice more available for improving people’s lives, selected its third class for its competitive rabbinic fellowship program. More than 90 applicants competed for the 22 spots and, amongst those selected was Long Beach’s Rabbi Drew Kaplan. The program, now in its third year, encourages rabbis to think creatively about their work and the new American religious landscape. Rabbinic Fellows will gather in NYC four times over the academic year, 2011-2012. Building a network of religious leaders from all streams, RWB helps rabbis make Jewish insights readily available, adding to the well of American spiritual resources. As the key disseminators of the tradition, rabbis who can present Jewish wisdom more
effectively are better educators and community builders, and can become religious leaders with unique tools to offer the broader culture. “To reach people where they are, rabbis need to apply their skills in new ways,” said Rabbi Rebecca W. Sirbu, RWB Director. “RWB offers that kind of support. It helps rabbis better communicate in both familiar and new venues, and makes Jewish wisdom an accessible resource for the American public.” Rabbi Drew, the Southern California Jewish Student Services Rabbi, works with teens, college students, and young adults throughout the Greater Long Beach area and Orange County. He organizes Jewish clubs in High Schools, hosts Shabbat Dinners, works with area Hillels, and educates and mentors students across Southern California. Mazel Tov, The Greater Long Beach Jewish community is lucky to have Rabbi Drew Kaplan! Rabbi Drew can be contacted at RabbiDrew@SoCalJSS.org. For more information on the fellowship, please visit http://RabbisWithoutBorders.org.
today, Christmas seems to retain enough of its original flavor that we still recognize it as a feast with a Christian message. What I’m saying is that most of us know instinctively that we have to make a choice at Christmas time, and the choice is not hard. The choice is not merely “Do I put up a tree?” or “Do I let my child sit on Santa’s lap?” The real choice is: which world do I choose to live in? Most of us have chosen to live in a Jewish world – meaning, for us, this is not “A.D.” (anno domini, the year of the Lord). For us, the world is far from redeemed. We see war, poverty, sickness and jealousy. For us, the Messiah has not
come, and that is why we cannot Rabbi David celebrate Klatzker Christmas, even though we do not begrudge our neighbors their tinsel and stars and angels. We will wish them a happy holiday, and light our Hanukkah candles on December 25, out of a clear understanding that our faith is different. Happy Hanukkah to you and yours! Rabbi David Klatzker is Rabbi at Temple Beth Shalom in Long Beach
Upcoming Events at Our Area Synagogues Below you will find many of the exciting events happening at our local synagogues. Be sure to contact them directly if you have any questions. Their contact information is available in the Synagogue Directory on the right sidebar of this page.
P’Nai Or Saturday, Dec. 24, at 6:00 p.m. bring your Channukiah and get ready for a night of candles lighting up the darkness, dreidels spinning, singing, dancing and lots of latkes. There is no charge for this event, n’davah (gifts from the heart) always welcome. Temple Beth David Sunday, Dec. 4, join TBD for a Chanukah Carnival & Holiday Gift Boutique from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Children can enjoy 4 hrs of unlimited activities for $10. There will be more than 25 gift vendors for your holiday shopping. Come and enjoy potato latkes, hotdogs and more. Sunday, Dec. 11, TBD presents How Do You Spell Chanukah? The Jewish Alternative to the Usual Holiday Fare. Join hosts Marc & Doug for a unique evening of fun, music and dreidel spinning from 3:00-5:00 p.m.. We’ll share, we’ll kibitz, and maybe we’ll even learn something about all this holiday mishagas. So even if we don’t
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solve any baffling Jewish mysteries… we’ll have a lot fun not getting anywhere together. Temple Ner Tamid Dec.9, 14, & 16, TNT presents the Fifth Annual Chanukah Shopping Boutique. Contact the office for more details. Temple Beth Shalom Sunday, Dec. 11, 9:00-11:00 a.m., Rabbi David Klatzker & Dr. Eli Levy will continue the Living the Jewish Way series, the topic will be “Prayer and Spirituality”. Sunday, Dec. 11 at 10:00 a.m. TBS Sisterhood invites you to our Annual Torah Fund Event. This year's theme, Hiddur Mitzvah, speaks specifically to Jewish women. Hiddur Mitzvah means to embellish and beautify our Jewish world. A $7 donation is requested. Reservations can be made by phone to Ida Bobrow at 714-8923403. If your synagogue would like to be a part of this listing, please submit your events to chronicle@jewishlongbeach.org
Synagogue Directory Congregation Shir Chadash (I) 6440 Del Amo Blvd. Lakewood, CA 90713 Contact Rabbi Howard Laibson Phone: 562-429-0715 Email:csclakewood@dslextreme.com Website: www.CongregationShirChadash.org Shul By The Shore (O) Seaport Marina Hotel 6400 Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, California 90803 Contact: Rabbi Abba Perelmuter Phone: 562-621-9828 Email: rabbi@shulbytheshore.org Website: www.shulbytheshore.org Temple Beth David (R) 6100 Hefley St. Westminster, CA 92683 Contact: Rabbi Nancy Myers Phone: 714-892-6623 Email: tbdavid@templebethdavid.org Website: www.templebethdavid.org Temple Beth Shalom (C) 3635 Elm Ave. Long Beach, CA 90807 Contact: Rabbi David Klatzker Phone: 562-426-6413 Email: rabbi@tbslb.org Website: www.tbslb.org Temple Israel (R) 269 Loma Ave. Long Beach, CA 90803 Contact: Rabbi Steven Moskowitz Phone: 562-434-0996 Email: info@tilb.org Website: www.tilb.org Temple Ner Tamid of Downey (R) 10629 Lakewood Boulevard Downey, CA 90241 Contact: President David Salzman Phone: 562-861-9276 Website: www.downeytemplenertamid.org P’nai Or (I) Long Beach, CA Contact: Cantor Steven Puzarne Spiritual Director Email: cantor@pnaior.org Website: www.PnaiOr.org Phone 562-364-5154 Congregation Lubavitch (O) 3981 Atlantic Ave. Long Beach, CA 90807 Contact: Rabbi Newman Phone: 562-426-5480 Email: yitzyg@aol.com Chabad of Cypress (O) 4454 Cerritos Ave. Los Alamitos, CA 90720 Contact: Rabbi Shmuel Marcus Phone: 714-828-1851 Email: smarcus@jewishcypress.com Website: www.jewishcypress.com Congregation Sholom Leisure World, Seal Beach (C) P. O. Box 2901 Seal Beach, CA 90740 Contact: Cantor Galit Levy-Slater Spiritual Leader Membership: 562-431-0113 Temple Beth Ohr (R) 15721 Rosecrans Ave. La Mirada, CA 90638 Contact: Rabbi Mark Goldfarb Phone: 562-691-2551 E-Mail-Tmplbthohr@AOL.com Website: www.TempleBethOhr.com Chabad of West Orange County/ Congregation Adat Israel (O) 5052 Warner Ave. Huntington Beach Contact: Rabbi Aron David Berkowitz Phone: 714-846-2285 Email: info@chabadhb.com Website: www.chabadhb.com Surf City Synagogue (C) Services held at the HB Central Library 7111 Talbert Ave. Huntington Beach Phone: 714-596-2220 E-Mail: info@surfcitysynagogue.org (R)=Reform (O)=Orthodox
(C)=Conservative (I)=Independent
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The Alpert JCC Presents
The Annual Gala
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Saturday, March 17, 2012 Join us for an evening of fabulous entertainment, great food and a spectacular live and silent auction. All proceeds benefit children’s scholarships. For more info. please contact Carolyn Brooks at (562)426-7601, ext. 1021 or cbrooks@alpertjcc.org.
inside Ladies Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Mah Jongg Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Top Latke Chef . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 92Y Live Lecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Youth Basketball League . . . . . . . . . . 3 Catalina Island Swim Challenge . . . . 3 Winter Break Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Teen College Workshops . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Rosh Chodesh at the JCC
Amram Ebgi: On Dove’s Wings
Please join other women for this wonderful ongoing program at the AJCC. Rosh Chodesh, the new moon, has special meaning for Jewish women. In Jewish lore and mysticism, as in other cultures, the moon has been a symbol for feminine principles. We will usher in the Jewish month of Tevet at the end of Chanukah. Admission is FREE
Exhibit runs through December 9 Master Printmaker Amram Ebgi has been creating beautiful art for decades, bringing the deeply symbolic and beloved images of his rich Jewish Heritage to a growing legion of adoring fans worldwide.
Chanukah Vendor Fair at the “J”
Chanukah Art
For all of your holiday needs! December 4-8
December 14 –January 8
Why fight the crowds at the mall? Get your Chanukah gelt, candles, menorahs and a wide assortment of gift items from jewelry to children’s books without ever leaving the AJCC promenade.
Tuesday, December 27, 7pm
Program is supported by donations. Each month is led by a different woman in our community; we welcome volunteers who want to lead an evening. Contact Eve Lunt for more info.
The kids from the ECE through our teen programs create fabulous Chanukah banners and decorations that will be displayed throughout the promenade.
AJCC First Annual Top Latke Chef Cook Off Sunday, December 4, 1pm You’ve been cooking latkes all your life...or perhaps you’ve just recently come into possession of your great-grandmother’s secret recipe...either way, it’s your time to step up and show your stuff. We’re going to crown the Alpert JCC’s Top Latke Chef...and it could be you or your team so dust off that spatula and get ready to show off your best latkes! You must be pre-registered to compete. Everyone else is invited to come, watch, and sample the competing teams latkes.
Ladies’ Night at the J: Shopping at the Fair & Classic Chick Flick Thursday, December 8 5:30-9pm Bring your BFF and shop a little, nosh a little & schmooze a little at our Chanukah vendor faire. Special refreshments will help make it fun and then we’ll watch a surprise classic chick flick together. $5/AJCC Member; $7/Public
AJCC Poker Club Tuesday, December 13 6:30pm: Doors open for registration 7-10:30pm: Game Time Join our friendly Texas Hold’Em Poker Club. Poker will be played, snacks and beverages will be served, and cash prizes will be won. RSVP’s suggested. $20/AJCC Member; $25/Public Cash only entry fee includes initial Buy-In of $300 in chips. $10 & $20 Re-Buys and Add-Ons are available. A $10 late fee will be charged to players arriving after 7:10pm & are not guaranteed an RSVP seat. RSVP to Eve Lunt, elunt@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1067
Kaballah Class Wednesdays, 12pm
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The Zena and Pauline Gatov Gallery is proud to present:
Rabbi Abba Perelmuter teaches the class with a keen sense of wit and great knowledge of Judaism and its teachings. You'll add a new dimension to your life, renew your spirituality and gain some knowledge. FREE
To enter or to judge, contact Eve Lunt, AJCC Adult Dir, at (562)426-7601, ext. 1067 or elunt@alpertjcc.org
You Wanted It - So Here It is!
3 Session Mah Jongg Workshop for the Novice
This exciting program brings special events from NYC’s renowned 92nd Street Y to Long Beach.
Five Crack! Two Bam! Mahj! Wednesdays, December 7, 14 & 21 4-6pm You will learn all the basics of the game: identifying the tiles, choosing a hand, NMJL rules and table etiquette. By the end of the sessions, you will begin using strategies and defensive play. We will be teaching American (also known as Jewish or Western) Mah Jongg, which uses a card issued by the National Mah Jongg League. The AJCC will have cards available for your use during class; info on purchasing your own is available in the Adult Department or on line at www.nationalmahjonggleague.org. $50/AJCC Member; $65/Public, 8 person max so RSVP now!
Evening Mah Jongg Group Wed, December 7 & 21 7:30pm Join us at our ongoing bi-monthly game for intermediate & advanced players. The “J” will provide the room & hot java; you bring your 2011 card & set if you have one. Feel free to bring snacks to share with the group.
Please no beginners, this is not a class FREE/AJCC Member; $5/Public
Finding a Lost Tribe of Israel: The Bnei Menashe of India Michael Freund, Moderator Thursday, December 15, 7pm Hear members of the Bnei Menashe community, along with Shavei Israel founder Michael Freund, tell the remarkable story of how this lost tribe is finally coming home. The Bnei Menashe (Hebrew for “sons of Manasseh”) of northeast India trace their roots to the ancient Israelite tribe of Menashe, one of the Ten Lost Tribes exiled by the Assyrian empire more than twentyseven centuries ago. Despite being cut off from the rest of the Jewish people for generations, they clung to their identity. Michael Freund is the founder and chairman of Shavei Israel, a Jerusalem based organization that reaches out and assists “lost Jews” seeking to strengthen their connection with Israel and the Jewish people. (Lecture will not be LIVE it’s a DVD Re-Broadcast) Rabbi Steven Moskowitz of Temple Israel, will lead a discussion after the lecture. Admission is FREE to AJCC members & members of our partner organizations & synagogues. Community Fee: $10 Partner organizations & synagogues: Jewish Federation, Temple Beth David, Temple Beth Ohr, Temple Beth Shalom, Temple Israel, Shir Chadash & Shul by the Shore
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Sponsored by the Alpert JCC & Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach
Susanne Katz, skatz@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1625
WELLNESS & FITNESS Daralisa Cheung, dcheung@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1056, 1051
GesherCity Shabbat Fri, December 2, 7:30pm Experience Shabbat with great music, food and friends. Contact Susanne Katz for more info.
Join the “J”, get a TIFT! What’s a TIFT, you ask?
Sat, December 17 This is a real deal Chanukah party, at the Shore Ultra Lounge in Long Beach, you won’t want to miss! Must be 21 & older. Contact Susanne Katz for more info.
SENIOR ADULTS Dr. Susan Mathieu, smathieu@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1721
Interested in Bridge Lessons? If you would like to learn to play bridge at the AJCC let us know.
It’s Total Immersion Fitness Training. Our TIFT Program gives new members to the Alpert Jewish Community Center six 30-minute sessions with one of our personal trainers.
What You’ll receive: • Physical activity screening • Introductions to all cardio and weight-training equipment in our Fitness Center • Learn safe, effective exercises for your fitness level and goals • Nutritional and health tips Whether your goal is to lose fat or gain strength, our personal trainers will guide you through our fitness center to get you on track to reaching your fitness goals.
Please contact Dr. Susan Mathieu
Group Fitness Classes
Lunch & Presentation by Dr Jason Koh
The ‘J offers over 50 weekly group fitness classes that are FREE to all members. We offer Spinning, Zumba, Pilates, Yoga and much more. To check out our full group fitness schedule, or to learn more about our fitness programming, please visit www.alpertjcc.org
Wed, December 14, 12pm Arthritis & Joint Pain presentation Sponsored by St Mary Medical Center
Chanukah Luncheon & Celebration Wed, December 21, 12pm
Chanukah Outreach Volunteers Needed! Thur, December 22 Packing: 9:30-11:30am Deliveries: 11:30-2pm Please contact Dr. Susan Mathieu
Happy New Year Party! January 1, 12pm Enter tainment by the incredible young piano virtuosos, The Pizarro Brothers, who will "wow" the audience with their incredible dual piano renditions. $5 includes entertainment, champagne, food, and party favors. Please RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu
Wellness Lectures at the “J”
SPORTS & RECREATION AQUATICS Linda Keiles, lkeiles@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1047
Webby Dance
Year-Round Private Lessons
Ages 2-4: Wed, 3-3:45pm Ages 4-7: Wed, 4-4:45pm Intro. to basics of tap, jazz & ballet with the leaders in kids’ dance.
One-on-one instruction for all ages with a Swim University instructor.
New session starts in January! Go to www.alpertjcc.org for prices
Visit website for more info.
Year-Round Masters Swim Mon & Wed, 6:30-7:30pm Sat, 9-10am Ages 14+
Sensei Mac Martial Arts
•Parent & Me Martial Arts Arthritis and Joint Pain All Ages: Sun, 9-10am with Dr. Koh • Pee Wee Martial Arts: Ages 3-5 Wed, December 14 Wed, 3:45-4:45pm 12:30pm • Youth Martial Arts: Ages 3-12 • Informational lecture Sundays, 11:30am-12:30pm • Exercise demo Wednesdays, 4:45-5:45pm • Question & answers with Dr. Koh and therapists Thursdays, 3-4pm • Refreshments and light snacks • Youth Sparring: Ages 6-13 will be served Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30pm Personal Training Let one of our nationally certified • Self-Defense/MMA: Ages 18+ Sundays, 1:30-2:30pm personal trainers help you reach your fitness goals. All trainers are available • Drop in fee per class for free consultation appointments. To be matched with the trainer whose qualifications and experience are best suited for you contact Daralisa Cheung, Fitness & Wellness Manager at (562)426-7601, ext. 1056.
Sascha Bryan-Zwick sbryanzwick@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1035
Alpert JCC Program Guide
GESHERCITY YOUNG ADULTS
$15/AJCC Member; $25/Public
• Private Lessons with Mac: 15 & 30 minutes available To arrange for private lessons, call Sensei Mac at (562)688-9994
The Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center
Year-Round Prep-Swim Team Tue, Thur, 4:30-5:15pm Ages 5-12
Year-Round Youth Swim Team Mon-Thur, 5-6:30pm Fri, 4:30-5:30pm Ages 6-14
Swim the 26 miles from Long Beach to Catalina Island in our heated swimming pool. Track your swim distance at the Aquatics office, every 66 laps equals one mile. After 26 miles you’ll get a “I swam from Long Beach to Catalina at the AJCC” T-shirt.
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Alpert JCC Program Guide
YOUTH
TEENS/J-CREW
Linda Keiles, lkeiles@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1047
For kids entering grades 6 & up Rachel Gordon, rgordon@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1023
Winter Break Vacation Days For Kids in Grades K-8 Chanukah celebrations, theme days, science, crafts, swimming, sports... everything a kid could want, and more!
Tue, Dec. 27-Fri, Dec. 30 Tue, Jan. 3-Fri, Jan. 6 9am-4pm: Regular Day $45/AJCC Member; $55/Public
7am-6pm: Extended Day $55/AJCC Member; $65/Public
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Lori Davidson, ldavidson@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1092
Winter Vacation PlayDays
Ask about our Special Pricing;
Registration for Spring ECE Classes Begins in January •Chugim & Chaverim Connection •Side by Side (Yad B’ Yad) 1 & 2 Parent Participation Classes •Moving On Transition Program
Register for all 8 days, save $5 per DAY! More info. contact Natalie Chernik at nchernik@alpertjcc.org or at ext. 1205
Chanukah Party & Gift Exchange Sun, December 11, 4-6pm Middle School and Up! •Eat latkes and jelly donuts •Compete in a dreidel game •Participate in a gift exchange •$10 for food/$5 if you bring a friend •Please bring a wrapped gift worth $10 for our gift exchange •We will also be collecting toys, unwrapped for donation Come to the Teen Lounge at the AJCC Contact Rachel Gordon for more info.
For more info. contact the ECE dept
December 26-30 (Mon-Fri) January 2-6 (Mon-Fri) 9am–2:30pm For children 2-5 years old Extended childcare is available from 7-9am & 2:30-6pm for $6.50 per hr.
Week 1: December 26-30 Dec.26: Let’s Go Camping Lunch included $48/AJCC Member; $58/Public Dec. 27: Pajama Party Pranksters Dec. 28: Dig Those Dinosaurs Dec. 29: Journey to Israel Lunch included $48/AJCC Member; $58/Public Dec. 30: Happy New Year Fun
Week 2: January 2-6 Jan. 2: Chef’s Delight Lunch included $48/AJCC Member; $58/Public Jan. 3: Winter Wonderland Jan. 4: Movie Star for the Day Jan. 5: Mother Goose Madness Jan. 6: The Poetry Connection Per Day: $46/AJCC Member; $56/Public, unless otherwise noted
AJCC Member Deal: 1 week $195; 2 weeks $375
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Reservations required & programs waitlisted after December 14th. For more info. contact the ECE dept
Teen College Workshop Series ECE BOOK FAIR December 5-9 Holiday shopping made easy! Find quality books, DVDs, and games for all ages of children, teens and, adults.
Tanaka Farms Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Deliveries at the Alpert JCC every Monday Support a local family farm & raise money for family programs in the ECE. $33 per box per week/$23 small box Danielle Putnam at (562)426-7601 ext. 1090 or email dputnam@alpertjcc.org
Yummy Challah Enjoy fresh baked challah every Friday! $4.50 each Order your Challah by 10 am on Tuesday at the ECE dept. or stop by on Friday and see if they have any extras for sale. For more info. contact the ECE dept
Everything You Want to Know About College… But Were Afraid To Ask A series of College Preparatory Workshops with Nicole Gracie of UniVarsity For high school students and parents
SAT is NOT a Four-Letter Word January 17, 7pm Learn how to tackle the SATs, ACTs, and other college entrance exams. Find out what colleges are really looking for, whether expensive test prep is really necessary, and how to overcome TEST ANXIETY!
Upcoming Workshops February, 2012:
College Match: Finding the Right Fit for You March, 2012:
Hidden Gems: Beyond UC & Cal State April, 2012:
The College-Bound Athlete: Are You on Your Game? Cost Per Workshop $20/AJCC Member; $25/Public: For information, contact Dept Director Linda Keiles at lkeiles@alpertjcc.org.
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JFCS Call Today! We’re Here to Help!
3801 E. WILLOW STREET LONG BEACH, CA 90815 WEB: www.jfcslongbeach.org EMAIL: jfcs@jfcslongbeach.org PHONE: 562-427-7916
Relieve Your Economic Stress - Give More? Tough economic times can be stressful for everyone. Unemployment or underemployment can leave insufficient financial resources to provide for the needs of individuals and their families. The approaching holidays bring additional stress with the pressures of maintaining season traditionsbuying gifts and planning huge holiday gatherings. With no expendable cash flow, you may be wondering what you could possibly have to give this year. Well, there are several treasures in your possession that you probably haven’t considered. When you share them with others, they become the most valued gifts one can receive. Give a Hug. Give lots of them! If your hands are holding this article or you used your fingers to access it online, you probably possess the ability to hug. Hugs aren’t in limited supply. We can never run out of them. However most of us don’t embrace enough.
A Psychology Today article claims that hugging increases oxytocin which is known as the bonding hormone. Some research asserts that hugs promote heart health. Other studies suggest benefits of mental and emotional well being and even recommend several hugs a day as therapy. Be extravagant this holiday season and share a generous amount of hugs! Give a Smile. This gift has dual benefits- for the giver as well as the recipient. We all possess the ability to smile, even if it’s only on the inside. Studies suggest that smiles can ease stress, give your immune system a charge, and can be contagious when shared.
Smiles instantly improve your own appearance and give a boost to the mood of others. Try smiling at yourself in the mirror to chase away the blues. Flash a smile at your spouse, your children, extended family members and friends… even perfect strangers. Your smile just might be the gift that brightens someone’s holiday. Give Your Time. The fact that you are reading this article means you are in possession of time. Time is one of our most precious resources because, unlike money or other material items, we cannot get more. We each have a limited supply which can’t be replenished. Why not be generous with your time this season? Consider a list of family and friends and designate some time for them. Give them a call or write them a letter. Better yet, pay them a visit and just spend time together. Tip: Create your own “save the dates” indicating your gift of time.
Bipolar Support Group Are you living with bipolar disorder? Understanding and managing your world can be challenging but you are not alone. In fact, 2.6% of the population lives with bipolar disorder (5.7 million americans). Having the support you need is vital to achieving your best life and JFCS can help. Join our
bipolar support group. Sessions are held biweekly on Thursday evenings from 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. The group will offer not only support, but many ways to manage and understand your world living with bipolar disorder. Discover new methods of coping, learn about various treatment options,
Thank you to everyone for another great year of Café Europa. It was a very special gathering and it was wonderful to see so many familiar faces. Special thanks to our volunteers, Mona Morris, Joyce Greenspan, Barry Borkin, Bob Turner, Carrie Schreiner, Kiniko Willingham and Brandy Barnes. Also a special thanks to Arielle Miller who provided entertainment by singing a wonderful selection of songs. Steve Gordon, JFCS Board President, conducted the Ha-Motzi. We also would like to thank Yakov Basner and Bernie Sayone who represented the material Claims Advisory Committee. All the food and entertainment were generously provided from the Claims Conference in New York. To See more photos of the event, please visit www.facbook.com/JFCSLB.
Center Photo (pictured left): Juanita Moses, Care Manager for Older Adult Services for JFCS, celebrated her 10 year anniversary of service on November 16, 2011. We salute her and offer her our greatest appreciation for 10 wonderful years of service to our seniors and JFCS!
and experience the opportunity to share your challenges in daily life. This support group will be lead by clinicians who are familiar with your stressors. Join today by contacting Cassondra Sanders MFT I or Erika Millar MFT Trainee at JFCS.
OUR MISSION: Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Long Beach/West Orange County is a nonprofit agency that provides a wide range of professional counseling and support services to assist all individuals regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation in facing life’s challenges.
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Hillel at CSULB FOR MORE INFORMATION: WEB: www.Beachhillel.org EMAIL: beachhillel@gmail.com PHONE: 562-985-7068 or 562-426-7601 ext 1424
Beach Hillel Gives Back The student leadership board of Beach Hillel is committed to community service and social action. Beach Hillel will participate as a recognized campus chapter with Challah for Hunger, an organization that raises money and awareness for hunger and disaster relief through the production and sale of challah bread. Students will come together monthly to bake loaves of challah and sell them on campus and in the community. Fifty percent of each chapter's profits are donated to the national Challah for Hunger cause, the American Jewish World Service’s Sudan Relief and Advocacy Fund. The remaining fifty percent may be donated to an organization chosen by the chapter. The student leaders are also working together on a Winter Clothes Drive. The goal will be to
Stephanie Rydell shows off her freshly baked challah.
collect warm clothes for those in need in the Long Beach community. Beach Hillel student leaders are passionate about helping others and doing their part to repair the world. If you would like to get involved with these causes, please email Director Rachel Kaplan at rachel@beachhillel.org.
FEDERATION TOWER APARTMENTS FREE Alpert JCC Membership Including Wednesday Senior Lunch Seniors 62+ pay only 30% of your income for rent! Waiting lists for qualified applicants Studios & One Bedroom Apartments Intercom Entry Two Lounge Areas Planned Activities Wheelchair Accessible
Chanukah Happenings with Beach Hillel December is full of exciting Chanukah events. Students will celebrate Chanukah with the everpopular Monster Menorah competition. The Monster Menorah competition gives students a creative outlet to embrace their inner artist and celebrate the Festival of Lights. Beach Hillel students will enter the contest to create their own menorah out of innovative materials. The winner will be announced at our annual Chanukah party. This year, Beach Hillel will host a special “White Elephant” style Chanukah Hangout. The students
will bring gifts to exchange, spin the dreidel, and eat latkes in celebration of the holiday. Other fun Chanukah events will include a sufganiyot, or jelly donut, eating contest as well as dreidel decorating and latke making. The annual Chanukah party will The creative, student-made Monster Menorahs are displayed on campus for Chanukah be our last bash before finals and winter break. The mester with Beach Hillel. For more information on all uptheme this year is a toga party! Students will dance the night away coming events, check out Beach in their togas to commemorate the Hillel on Facebook and Twitter, or holiday and end another great se- visit us at www.beachhillel.org.
Spotlight on Birthright Over the summer, ten Beach Hillel students were thrilled to participate in a Taglit-Birthright Israel trip. Each month, one student will share the highlights from his or her experience. Brianna Pohl explains why Taglit-Birthright Israel was so influential for her: My Birthright experience is filled with so many incredible moments and memories. It is difficult to choose which to share in this brief account. One of my prominent memories from the trip is my time spent in the desert with the Bedouin people. During an after dinner program, the group walked away from the camp into the vast uninhabited land. It felt as if I had gone back in time thousands of years; there was no sign of the modern world we know today. We were instructed to
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Brianna Pohl (right) experiences Israeli culture on Beach Hillel's TaglitBirthright Israel Summer 2011 trip
take time alone to reflect on our surroundings. As I sat looking up at the star filled sky, I wondered what our ancestors were doing in the same area thousands of years ago. It struck me that I was seeing the same sky that they did many years ago. At that moment I felt a powerful spiritual connection to the land of Israel. I still think of that specific feeling often.
Interacting with Israeli soldiers also greatly enhanced my experience in Israel. I felt honored that they were so open in sharing their life and knowledge of their country with us. It was so impactful to hear how the conflict there affects them personally and to hear their differing opinions on the issues that Israel faces. It gave me a greater sense of perspective learning the weight that my Israeli peers carry for their country; it has given me a greater appreciation for all the freedom and privilege I have as a Jewish American. I grew to love the soldiers as great friends and I feel lucky to be able to remain connected with them. Israel has an energy that is difficult to describe to those who have never experienced it. It’s almost as if I can still feel it now; it reminds me how important my Jewish identity is and of my time there. Birthright has inspired me in many ways, one being to maintain my involvement in the Jewish community. I am deeply honored that I had the privilege to go on Birthright and to have met the wonderful people associated with the program. Thank you so much to Beach Hillel for making my experience possible. —Brianna Pohl
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Characteristics of a Successful Student
Silver Gan Israel Day Camp
Dr. Carlson – Principal Many students do not know what it takes to be successful in school. They understand good and bad grades in a general way, and they sense that they should attend classes, but that is where their knowledge begins and ends. Most teachers know what a good student is - and is not. For one thing, a good student is not necessarily the most intelligent individual in the class. The following is a list of some characteristics of good students. This list is a description of what a hard-working student does and what a teacher likes to see. By learning these characteristics, you may better understand the day-today and class-to-class behavior of successful students. The idea is to provide you with guidelines you can follow which will help you get down to the business of becoming a serious, successful student. 1. Successful students attend classes regularly. They are on time. They listen and train themselves to pay attention. If they miss a session, they feel obligated to let the instructor know why before class begins, if possible, and their excuses are legitimate and reasonable. They make sure they get all missed assignments (by contacting the instructor or another student), and understand specifically what was covered in class. Successful students take responsibility for themselves and their actions. 2. Successful students take advantage of extra credit opportunities when offered. They demonstrate that they care
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about their grades and are willing to work to improve them. They often do the optional (and frequently challenging) assignments that many students avoid. 3. Successful students are attentive in class. They don't talk, read, or stare out windows. In other words, they are polite and respectful, even if they get a little bored. They also participate in class even if their attempts are a bit clumsy and difficult. They ask questions that the instructor knows many other students may also have. 4. Successful students see their instructors before or after class or during office hours about grades, comments on their papers, and upcoming tests. Successful students end up at their instructor's office door at least once during the semester. They'll go out of their way to find the instructor and engage in meaningful conversation. These students demonstrate to the instructor that they are active participants in the learning process and that they take the job of being a student seriously. Successful students turn in assignments that look neat and sharp. They take the time to produce a final product that looks good, and reflects of a care and pride in their work. Successful students seem driven to complete their assignments. All work and assignments are turned in, even if some of their responses are not brilliant.
2nd-5th:Jewish Knowledge Bee Finale (JKB) Thursday, December15 2nd-3rd: Olive Press Monday, December 19 Chanukah Skating Party Wednesday, December 21 Call for more information
Silver Gan Israel Day Camp Now Open to Everyone. Camp announces the opening of its enrollment for winter camp. “At a time when most children are inundated with holiday fever and parents are put through the December Dilemma, SGI Winter Camp is just the breath of fresh air parents and campers need. SGI
excites their children with a healthy dose of love for Judaism,” said Sender Engel, the camp director. “This is sure to make each camper proud to be part of our great nation.” The ACA accredited program runs from Monday, December 26Friday, December 30. Every day will be packed with laser tag,
swimming, daily field trips, hamster balling, arts & crafts, sports and much more. Parents will be happy to know that their children are in a safe environment and will come home daily with new lessons, friends, skills and spirited camp songs. The phenomenal counselors are positive role models and have a special warm touch. The winter camp program is for children ages 5-12 and is conveniently located right off the 405 freeway just 5 miles from Long Beach. Parents can learn more, register and request a DVD or campus tour by visiting www.CampSGI.com or by contacting Sender at EXT. 221 or sender@campsgi.com.
OI-L VAY, the Travelling Chanukah Factory is Here! Chanukah Factory, participants will squeeze, press, pound and pulverize real authentic olives into fresh olive oil just like the ancient Maccabees at a hands-on, exciting workshop centered on an authentic olive oil hand press. They will also have the opportunity to dip their own personalized Chanukah candles. The Chanukah Factory travels to schools, synagogues, youth programs and pre-schools in
Long Beach and Greater Orange County. Other programs include the Shofar Factory, Havdallah Workshop, Purim Puppet Theatre, Matza Bakery, Torah Workshop, Jewish Game Show and the Talit Workshop. The holiday programs are sponsored by The H.A. & Silver Gan Israel Day Camp. For more information, please contact Rabbi Sender Engel at sender@CampSGI.com or 714448-0739.
At the upcoming Chanukah Factory, children of all ages will get the rare opportunity to go back in time, to the time of the Maccabees, that is. As part of its ongoing Jewish community outreach programming, The Hebrew Academy plans to educate the local area about the upcoming holiday of Chanukah the most effective way, the fun way. At the travelling
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robert D. Alban & Jon K. Alban estate Planning and estate Administration living trusts, wills, Powers of Attorney Serving the Long Beach community for over 40 years
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Business Law, Insurance Law, Trusts and Estates 5242 Katella Ave., suite 104 los Alamitos, cA 90720
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PODIATRY Eric R. Hubbard, D.PM, F.A.C.F.S. Board Certified-Foot & Ankle Surgery Adult’s and Children’s Foot Disorders Athletic Injuries-Custom Orthotics 2333 Pacific Ave., long beach
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PSYCHOLOGY Bernard F. Natelson, PSY.D. Certified, American Board of Medical Psychotherapists, Stress Management-Relationship Expertise 10900 los Alamitos blvd., suite 207
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JEWELRY The Gold Trotters, Inc. Fine Jewelry since 1977. On-site gemological services performed by Rose Keller, GIA graduate (1977).
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TRIBUTES Jewish Federation GENERAL FUND
•To Joel & Edie Brodsky, in memory of your father, from Linda & Sanford Simmons •To Beverly August, in your honor, from Linda Simmons FEDERATION WEINBERG CAMPUS FUND •To the family of Jean Blakey, in memory of your mother & grandmother, Jean Blakey, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner •To Edie & Joel Brodsky & family, in memory of your beloved father & grandfather, Jacob, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner •To Linda & Howard Vogel, in memory of your beloved brother, Marvin Sage, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner •To Shelly Sandler & family, in memory of your beloved husband, father and grandfather, Joel, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner •To Jim Licht & family, in memory of your beloved father, & grandfather, Robert, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner •To Ruthie & Al Rudis & family, in memory of your beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Rose, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner •To Debbie Birnkrant, in memory of your beloved mother, from Judi & Gordon Lentzner
Jewish Community Foundation ANNE LICHT LEADERSHIP FUND •To Jim Licht, in memory of your beloved father, from Sandy & Jerry Horwitz •To Jim Licht, in memory of your beloved father, from David Tillman & Karen Zoller •To Jim Licht, in memory of your beloved father, from Barbara & Ray Alpert •To Jim Licht, in memory of your beloved father, from Bob & Ronni Kaplan •To Jim Licht, in memory of your beloved father, from Ele & David Urstein GERDA SEIFER YOM HASHOAH FUND •To Al Rudis, in memory of Rose Rudis, from Gerda & Harold Seifer
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•To George Epstein, in honor of your birthday, from Gerda & Harold Seifer MARCIE BALAN BLAKEY FUND •To the family of Jean Blakey, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Daniel Frankel •To the family of Jean Blakey, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Harley & Sallie Deere •To the family of Jean Blakey, in memory of your parent’s Jean & Robert Blakey, from Elaine Warren & family For tributes to the Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Foundation please call 562-426-7601 EXT 1314
AJCC GENERAL FUND •To Lea Gerber, in memory of your mother, from Barbara & Ray Alpert •To Dr. Jim Licht & family, in memory of your father, from Rita & Barry Zamost •To Al Rudis & family, in memory of your mother, from Rita & Barry Zamost •To Dr. Joel & Edie Brodsky & family, in memory of your father Jack, from Bob & Ronnie, Marilyn & Buddy, Shirley, Jessica & Julian and Todd & Laura For tributes to AJCC please call 562426-7601 ext 1414
JFCS GENERAL JFCS FUND •To Jim Licht, in memory of your father, Robert Licht, from JFCS board & staff •To Jim Licht, in memory of your father, Robert Licht, from Paula & Myron Bloom •To Jim Licht & family, in memory of your father and grandfather, from Jerome H. Leff •To the Sandler family, in memory of Joel Sandler, from Paula & Myron Bloom •To Lea Gerber, in memory of your mother, Mira Hausknecht, from JFCS Board & Staff •To Lea Gerber, in memory of your mother, Mira Hausknecht, from Allen Shuldiner •To Lea Gerber, in memory of your mother, Mira Hausknecht, from Joyce & Michael Greenspan •To Lea Gerber, in memory of your mother, Mira Hausknecht, from Debbie & Robert Feldman •To the Nerhalski family, in memory of
your beloved mother & grandmother Frankie Resnikoff, from Debbie & Robert Feldman •To Lori & Mel Marcus, in honor of your 70th birthdays, from Debbie & Robert Feldman MARCIE BALAN BLAKEY FUND •To Jean Blakey family, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Barbara & Ray Alpert •To Jean Blakey family, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Myrna & Leonard Simon •To Bruce, Doug, & Charles Blakey, in celebration of Jean Blakey’s life, from Sandy & Jerry Horwitz •To Ruth & Ann Rudis, in memory of your mother, Rose Rudis, from Sandy & Jerry Horwitz •To Karen Kirschner & Charles Blakey, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Lynne & Lawrence Richter •To Bruce Balan & family, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Salena & Ernest Blake •To Bruce Balan & family, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Dana B. Balan •To Bruce Balan, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Lori J. Templin & Jim Jake •To Bruce Balan, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Karen & Lorry Frankel •To Bruce Balan & family, in memory of Jean Blakey, from Evelyn & Cornelius Ruytenbeek •To Bruce Balan, in honor of Jean Blakey, from Debbie Applebee For tributes to JFCS please call 562426-7601 ext 235 or 562-427-7916
B’nai Mitzvah Rebekah Naomi Pulido Mazel Tov and congratulations from proud parents Amy & Humberto Pulido, to Rebekah Naomi Pulido on becoming a Bat-Mitzvah. Rebekah attends Cubberley Middle School where she is active in Student Government and the California Junior Scholarship Foundation. She enjoys performing and has appeared in the AlpertJCC SummerStock performance of FAME, and in the school play Beauty And The Beast.
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Happy Chanukah