Jewish Community Chronicle - August 2015 Issue by Jewish Long Beach

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My Mom, Barbara Alpert, Offers Amazing Matching Gift By Nancy Alpert

Barbara and Nancy Alpert

Editorial Note: The wonderful and ever-giving, Barbara Alpert was so moved on the yahrzeit of her much beloved Ray, that she interrupted Hank Feldman, Jewish Federation President, during his state of the agency speech at the combined Annual Meeting with the Jewish Community Foundation. She stood up, mentioned it was the year anniversary to the day we all lost Ray, and that in his honor she wanted to offer up a matching pledge towards the Federations 2015/5775 Annual Community Campaign. She said she would gift $100,000 for the match, dollar for dollar. At first you could hear a pin drop. Everyone was so full of emotion, feeling the same angst of the anniversary of Ray’s passing along with Barbara, and then absorbing the sheer feel-good of her proposal. The room erupted into non-stop applause. It was a great pivotal community moment --- you could not have scripted it any better. Such a great honor for Ray, for her, and the entire Alpert family. We are all so blessed. The Alpert Match, as we are calling it, has already brought in over $45,000. With Barbara’s match we need to reach our goal by the end of August. SO, if you have not yet made your pledge toward the 2015/5775 Federation Annual Community Campaign please do so. OR, if you have already pledged, consider an increase. You may pledge now and pay by December 31, 2015. To donate visit jewishlongbeach.org/donate or call (562) 4267601 ext. 1007.

My mom, Barbara Alpert, has lived in the same house in Long Beach for 52 years, but when we drive around the neighborhood, she often points out the bigger houses that she “almost” bought. I’ve come to realize that the Alpert Jewish Community Center provides her not only that “bigger house,” but, more importantly, a warm, inviting home where she loves to hang out with her almost 3,000 quasi-family members! The story goes back to 1952, when mom met my beloved dad, Raymond (z”l). Her immediate relief was that he was tall. It didn’t take long for her to also notice his good heart and generous ways.

Together, my mom and dad became strong supporters of the Long Beach community, giving both time and financial resources to causes dear to them. Mom is proud of her part in instigating the Jewish Community Center’s first large-scale Women’s Conference — attended by over 250 women — with concurrent lectures by Skirball professionals, community leaders, and more. My sister, Teri, and brother, Alan, and I went to Temple Israel Hebrew School, and I attended the Jewish Community Center (JCC) Building’s summer day camp when it was located in the older community center. I remember acting out stories from Isaac Bashevis Singer’s Fools of Chelm there. I also spent one summer as a counselorin-training at Camp Komaroff. Our family loved being Jewish and feeling part of the community. When the new JCC Building was proposed, my parents felt it “wasn’t right” for it to be named after out-of-towners. They stepped up to offer a large donation and loving involvement for the soonto-be named Alpert Jewish Community Center. The Alpert Jewish Community Center has been the setting for so many Alpert family occasions: a BBQ party with hot dogs for my parent’s 50th anniversary; my sister-in-law, Sophie’s non-profit, Piece by Piece’s mosaic art show; mom’s 80th Jubilee Birthday complete with sing-along show tunes, two nights of Shiva for my dad, and most recently, mom’s honoring by the National Council of Jewish Women.

Barbara Alpert at Lion of Judah Conference

Day 1: Me: “What’d you do today mom?” Her: “I played Mahj /Bridge with the girls at the Center and swam a little.”(She might lose or win anywhere from 25 cents to $1.25.) Day 2: Me: “How was your day?” Her: “Great, I heard a fascinating lecture sponsored by the Federation about ISIS, at the JCC.” Day 3: Me: “Did you take it easy today mom?” Her: “No, I worked out at the Center with my personal trainer.” (She’s trying to exercise 3x/week.) Day 4: Me: “I’m pooped. How are you feeling?” Her: “A little tired—I came home from the Jewish Federation Board Meeting at 11 pm and had to deal with an ant infestation.” Day 5: Me: “Mom, did you sleep in after that late night?” Her: “Nope, I wanted to go to the Senior Happy Lecture and lunch. I love that Susan!” You get the idea. My mom is four-score and more, yet she runs circles around most people. It might be time to give her a curfew.

Barbara and Ray* Alpert

More than anything, mom loves walking into the Center and seeing the children pulling their rolling backpacks and looking so happy. You could say the Center is the center of her life. Here is a sample of phone calls I might have with my mom on any given week:

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I’m giving you this glimpse into my mom’s life because, per the open letter addressed to “Fellow Community Members,” she has made a significant matching gift donation and challenge for the Jewish Federation Annual Community Campaign. Mom wanted to honor the memory of my dad and to support the community that she deeply loves. I hope you will honor my amazing mom with a donation to the Annual Campaign. After all, you’re part of the family! Nancy

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2014-2015 Federation & Foundation Program Highlights

Hank Feldman

Around the “J” August Events at the Alpert Jewish Community Center

JEWISH FEDERATION PRESIDENT

Rick Freeman JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

Deborah Goldfarb CEO

Hebrew Academy & Jewish Family Children’s Service News Reports

Danny Levy DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Jewish Federation Jewish Community Foundation Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus 3801 E. Willow Street Long Beach, CA 90815-1791 562-426-7601 FAX 562-424-3915 www.jewishlongbeach.org

Passionate Rabbi By Rabbi Mariana Gindlin

Jewish Community Partnership Corporate Partners

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Shabbat Candlelighting

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7:31 pm

August 14 7:24 pm August 21 7:16 pm

Donald J. Kaiser

Investment Management

A Registered Investment Advisor

Craig Kain, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist (Psy 14664)

August 28 7:07 pm Become a Corporate Partner Today Contact The Jewish Community Partnership at 562-426-7601 ext. 1007. For more information about our Corporate Partners, visit www.jewishlongbeach.org/sponsors

Cover Image Greater Long Beach Youth in Israel as part of Taglit Birthright

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2014-2015 FEDERATION

HIGHLIGHTS ALPERT NEW LEADERS FORUM 2014-2015 class of Alpert New Leaders is graduating 16 members who have completed 11 sessions this year. Over 50 alumni and current class members celebrated Chanukah.

FEDERATION PROGRAMS ALPERT NEW LEADERS FORUM ANNUAL COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN Beneficiary Agencies & Synagogues Priority Grants Operations Allocations Major Donor Recognition Events

Graduates: Karen Ben-Shmuel Jeb Brilliant Shauan Brodsky Kelly Cooper Perler Brandy Hattendorf Nicole Levy-Gray Elyse Lites Michael Lites

Sandy Michaels Melissa Rosenthal Vicki Scherwin Sara Schmidt Dana Schneider Mary Sramek Joy Wadleigh Sunny Zia

ALLOCATIONS & DISTRIBUTIONS Connecting those who can help, to those who need it most

Men’s Philanthropy Division Above & Beyond Event Shield of David Society Magen David Society Solomon Society Annual Community Campaign Opening Night Super Sunday Phone-a-thon Women’s Philanthropy Division Arlene Solomon VISIONS Event Lion of Judah Society Pomegranate Society

Federation allocated over $1,600,000 to local and overseas partner agencies, some of which include the AJCC, JFCS, Hebrew Academy, Hillel, American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Jewish Agency for Israel, and World ORT. Federation Priority Grants of $60,000 strengthened Jewish children, teen & young adult outreach and provided support for economically and emotionally vulnerable Jews: AJCC, Senior Special Events Programs AJCC, Maccabi Sports Program Hebrew Academy, Marketing Stellar Academy Program Hebrew Academy, Student Success Center & Plaza Hillel, Taglit-Birthright Israel Hillel, B’nai Mitzvahs/Circles of Education Excellence JFCS, Counseling Services at Hebrew Academy

BIG MITZVAH DAY COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS Yom HaShoah Commemoration Long Beach Jewish Film Festival Purim Carnival

150 men pledged close to $300,000 at the Federation Men’s Philanthropy Division’s Above & Beyond event and other Annual Community Campaign events. 250 women pledged nearly $300,000 at the Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Division’s Arlene Solomon VISIONS event and other Annual Community Campaign events.

CORPORATE PARTNERS

Federation allocated $35,000 towards Synagogue Jewish Education Programs.

ISRAEL ADVOCACY & EDUCATION

ISRAEL ADVOCACY & EDUCATION Started an on-line community for updates and education around Israel.

JEWISH COMMUNITY CHRONICLE KEHILLAH COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP COUNCIL PJ LIBRARY YOUNG ADULT ENGAGEMENT

PJ LIBRARY 2,988 Jewish themed-books were delivered to 249 families in our community free of charge through PJ Library. The program helps parents and children increase their Jewish identity, their awareness of Jewish traditions, and creates opportunities to talk about Jewish concepts & values as a family. Partnering with the Alpert Jewish Community Center, Temple Israel and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.

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2014-2015 FOUNDATION

HIGHLIGHTS $24+ million in future legacy promises made by 74 Legacy Society families. 60 individuals were honored at the annual Legacy Society Recognition Brunch for community members who have signed a letter of intent for a legacy promise. AGENCY SUPPORT Foundation granted the Jewish Community Partnership, community agencies & synagogues nearly $1,135,000 from Funds and Endowment, including: Federation, Arlene Solomon VISIONS Endowment Federation, PACE & LOJE Funds Federation Towers, Rene & Jack Jacobs Senior Housing Endowment Hillel, Eva Cooper Fund JFCS, Tilly Weil Endowment Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus, Madeline & Benjamin Chudnow Endowment Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus, Tilly Weil Endowment GRANT MAKING 1 student received a grant to travel and study in Israel through the Foundation’s Bob Baldwin Memorial Fund for Israel Experience.

FOUNDATION PROGRAMS B’NAI TZEDEK YOUTH PHILANTHROPY CREATE A JEWISH LEGACY Bequest in will or trust Appreciated assets or cash Life insurance policy IRA or retirement plan Charitable remainder trust Charitable gift annuity COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Foundation granted $15,000 from the Unrestricted Fund to 6 local agencies & synagogues to fund innovative programs: Alpert JCC, Light Up Shabbat Program Chabad of Los Alamitos, Hebrew High Community Israel Advocacy, Education & Engagement Hebrew Academy, Jewish Holiday Factory Programs Jewish Family & Children’s Service, Shabbat & Holiday Meals for Seniors Temple Israel, Special Needs Education at Torah Center CUSTODIAL FUNDS Foundation managed monies for the Alpert Jewish Community Center, the Jewish Federation and Congregation Shir Chadash. FUND FOR OUR FUTURE Five Special Projects Raised $270,000 at Legacy of Leadership event

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION Professional Investment Advisors FUNDS ESTABLISHED & MANAGED Donor Advised Philanthropic Funds Fund for our Future LOJE – Annual Community Campaign Lion of Judah Endowments Named Endowment Funds PACE – Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowments GRANT MAKING

Alpert Jewish Community Center Falk Family Playground Refurbishment

Bob Baldwin Israel Experience Grants Donor Designated Grants General Unrestricted Grants

Hebrew Academy Library Upgrade Project

Program Specific Grants

Jewish Family & Children's Service Lobby and Counseling Offices Refurbishment Long Beach Hillel New Outdoor Kitchen and Patio

LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP EVENT LEGACY SOCIETY RECOGNITION

Fund for our Future Program Innovations Fund

Bringing our total to date to nearly $13,000,000

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS OUTREACH

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HEBREW ACADEMY

Award Winning Academics in a Genuine Jewish Environment 14401 WILLOW LANE, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647 WEB: www.hacds.org PHONE: 714-898-0051 CAMP SILVER GAN ISRAEL: www.campsgi.com

Silver Gan Israel in High Gear ball, a new ‘Game Kart’ and have erected a huge BAM (Balance and Movement) area featuring rockboards, stilts, unicycles, scooters, pogo sticks, flash riders and more. Because innovations are always complimented by great programming, the new cooking classes and weekly library visits are sure to leave kids with valuable new information. “Summer camps are designed to teach children to take healthy risks in a safe and nurturing environment,” Silver Gan Israel Day are proud to continue that said Sender Engel, the camp Camp has a well-earned tradition. In addition to director. “With our new reputation of consistently the previous fun-packed Balance and Movement being on the cutting edge programs, they have secured program, children will not of cool. This year, they yet another human hamster only build new skills, but will

enjoy a well-deserved boost in self-confidence and selfesteem.” The camp program runs through Friday, August 21. Every day will be packed with activities including archery, laser tag, swimming, age-appropriate field trips, hamster ball, arts & crafts, water sliding, sports and much more. Parents will be happy to know that their children are in a safe environment where they will come home on a daily basis with new lessons, brandnew friendships, build upon newly crafted skills and learn spirited camp songs. The highly trained and experienced counselors are

positive role models who exude a special warmth. Transportation and flexible enrollment options are an added feature that makes the camp experience unique. Camp SGI has been accredited by the American Camp Association for close to 50 years. ACA accreditation is the best evidence of a camp’s commitment to the highest standard of safe and thoughtful programming. Parents can learn more, request a camp tour and register by visiting www. CampSGI.com or by contacting Sender at 949.381.5610 x 101 or sender@campsgi.com.

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

Fashion for a Cause is Approaching Soon! Excitement is building as Thursday, September 10 approaches. That is the date for RUNWAY Perspectives 2015, and this year’s event is sure to enlighten and entertain while raising funds for Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Long Beach/ West Orange County. With the focus on keeping the event fresh and exciting, today’s hottest fashion topics will be presented in a segmented, talk-show format which will illustrate themes of fashion, beauty, and wellness in an informative, entertaining way. Kicking off the event will be three lucky women who sponsored RUNWAY at the Collection Level ($500) to participate in a “before and after” segment,

where they will undergo make-overs during the event. They will prior appear on stage for all to see before being whisked away behind the scenes in preparation to re-emerge with new make-up, hair styling, and clothing. One of the segments features the event’s Chief Visionary Officer Wendy Manasse, herself a fashion designer for more than 25 years, who will curate and present “The 10 Must-Haves for Your Wardrobe and How to Make Them Work for You.” Professional models will show the audience key pieces for your wardrobe provided by Macy’s at Los Cerritos Center, and how they are easily transformed using shoes, handbags, and accessories to take a woman from day to

night, casual to elegant, whatever her life style. Last year’s auction of unique experiences will be replaced by several opportunity drawings. Each segment of the production will be tied to a one-of-akind experience that cannot be found or purchased anywhere else. Tickets for these experiences will be priced at $50 and will be sold in advance, as well as during the cocktail and networking hour that begins at 5:00 p.m. And best of all, the New York Experience is back! Round trip air travel to New York for two, a hotel for two nights, and a visit to one of Hearst Publications fashion magazines for a tour, lunch in the cafeteria, and a visit to their exclusive closet will once again be awarded

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to a lucky drawing winner. Tickets for the New York experience are $100 and no more than 100 tickets will be sold. They will also be available in advance and during the cocktail hour. It is not necessary to be present to win. RUNWAY Perspectives 2015 will be held at the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and is sponsored and produced by Wendy Manasse, David Wiese and family to benefit JFCS. For more information regarding tickets, the opportunity drawings, or event details, please look at the JFCS contact information provided above or visit the event website at jfcsrunway.com.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE THE BEAUTY OF HELPING OTHERS

PERSPECTIVES 2015 Thursday, September 10, 2015 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Jewish Family and Children’s Service at the

Alpert Jewish Community Center on the

Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus

jfcslongbeach.org

3801 E. WILLOW STREET LONG BEACH, CA 90815 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Phone: (562) 426-7601 www.alpertjcc.org

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Poker Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2a Conversational Hebrew Class . . . . . . . . 2a Mah Jongg Mania Tournament. . . . . . . . 2a

FREE Movie Screening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2a Sr. Adult Birthday Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a Swim University Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a

92Y Lecture Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a New H.I.I.T. Group Fitness Classes . . . . 3a Youth Basketball League . . . . . . . . . . . . 4a

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Message from the Executive Director L’Dor V’Dor…From Generation to Generation. Here at the Alpert Jewish Community Center, we believe that everything we do and every program we have strengthens our community and works toward building our future. We believe that access to a thriving and supportive community is the key to a full life for everyone, and the AJCC plays a unique role at the heart of our community because our doors are open wide to welcome everyone.

Conversational Hebrew

Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, Sept. 1 Tuesdays, 6pm

Reading knowledge of the AlephBet and vowels is necessary for this class. Taught by Shlomit Jackson. FREE but must RSVP ahead of time.

RSVP to Shlomit Jackson, sjackson@alpertjcc.org, (562) 426-7601, ext. 1067

The Alpert JCC is a place where people come together, celebrate significant events, and enrich their lives through a broad range of programs and services for each of life’s many stages. Every program you attend and every dollar you donate contributes to L’Dor V’Dor, supporting the present and preserving future programs. From our Senior social events to our special holiday programs for preschool children, your generous support makes L’Dor V’Dor possible.

Alpert JCC & Hadassah Southern California Mah Jongg Mania Tournament Sunday, August 9, 8:30am-4:30pm

Come join this year’s fun, friendly, and competitive tournament. All players must play the entire schedule to ensure equal tables throughout the day. Includes a light breakfast and catered lunch. $55

Rooted in our history, guided by our mission, and inspired by Jewish tradition, your generous contribution to L’Dor V’Dor allows the Alpert Jewish Community Center to continue being Your Center for Life in the following ways: • We offer a safe and welcoming place where people of all ages and faiths gather to hear a lecture, enjoy a Senior lunch, take a group Zumba class, study Kabbalah with the Rabbi, take a family Martial Arts class, or enjoy Shabbat at the Pool. • We provide a thriving Jewish educational environment for children from birth through high school. • We offer free and low-cost classes, group fitness included with membership, enrichment activities, gathering places, and the opportunity to be part of a larger community. • We provide monthly Shabbat dinners for young professionals in GesherCity. • We focus on wellness—of mind, body and spirit—especially important during stressful times. Interacting with the AJCC community can provide an antidote to a sense of isolation and feelings of despair. • We cherish our members and value their presence, participation and support. We are committed to be here for them when they need us; we do not turn people away who are faced with economic hardship. • We enable our members to participate in programs that support those most in need in our community through donation drives of food, clothing, blood and toys.

Contact Susan Paletz for info. spaletz@alpertjcc.org, (562) 426-7601, ext. 1012

Shabbat Dinner at the Pool Friday, August 14, 5:30pm

Join family and friends at the Alpert JCC for a fun Shabbat at the Pool. There will be a vegetarian dinner with singing and blessings led by Shlomit Jackson and Maureen Lawrence (also known as ShloMo). What better way to welcome Shabbat? $25/Family; $8/Individual; Children under 2/Free RSVP to Shlomit Jackson, sjackson@alpertjcc.org, (562) 426-7601, ext. 1067

L’Dor V’Dor…Strengthening our Community, Building our Future. Please go to our secure website www.alpertjcc.org/donate for more information and to make your donation today. Thank you in advance for continuing to make the Alpert Jewish Community Center Your Center For Life!

The ZigZag Kid FREE Film Screening Sunday, August 30, 7pm

The son of the world’s greatest detective embarks on a rollicking adventure to solve the mystery of his true identity. Rated PG-13

RSVP to Shlomit Jackson, sjackson@alpertjcc.org, (562) 426-7601, ext. 1067

L’Shalom

Jeffrey Rips

AJCC Executive Director

AJCC Poker Club

Tuesday, August 18, 7-10:30pm Registration begins at 6:30pm

Come to the AJCC for our monthly low-stakes, high-return Texas Hold 'Em poker game! Poker will be played, snacks and beverages will be served, and cash prizes will be won. Games end at 10:30pm. If a game has not concluded by that time, the chip leader will take first, and so on. Entry Fee covers snacks, drinks, and initial $300 in chips. Entry Fee: $20/Members; $25/Public Katie Clowdus, kclowdus@alpertjcc.org, (562) 426-7601, ext. 1024.

Kabbalah Class

Wednesdays, 12pm

Rabbi Abba Perelmuter teaches this ongoing class where you'll add a new dimension to your life, renew your spirituality, and learn something new. FREE

Weekly Shabbat Candle Lighting Fridays, 3:30pm

Join Shlomit Jackson, AJCC Jewish Educator, and the AJCC community for Shabbat candle lighting, Kiddush and HaMotzi. Grape juice and challah provided.

MVP: The MVP price is the "Member Value Price" that gives our members an automatic discount to the fee we charge for our programs and events. If you’re not a member of the AJCC, speak with one of our Membership Services specialists and learn how you can start benefiting from MVP pricing today.

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Dr. Susan Mathieu, smathieu@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1721

Happiness & Humor Group Friday, August 7, 11:30am

Science, Religion and the Search for Meaning

This FREE ongoing monthly group, led by Dr. Susan Mathieu, will help you find the positive side of life. You’ll learn how to deal with difficult people and situations, steps to increase happiness in your own life, and the secret to a happy life. All senior adults are invited, so bring your friends and be ready to laugh. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.

Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks and Ira Flatow

Tuesday, September 8, 7pm

Take a fascinating look at the interdependence of religion and science and explore the ways in which they complement each other in our lives.

RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu.

Discussion led by Rabbi David Cantor, Temple Beth Shalom

Ongoing Alpert JCC Senior Activities

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What’s Next for Israel?

Knit Wits: Mon, 1-3pm • Senior Lunch: Wed, 12-2pm Bridge Lessons: Wed, 1:30pm • Mah Jongg: Thurs, 11:30-3pm

Ari Shavit in Conversation

Tuesday, October 27, 7pm

Following Israel’s recent elections, 92Y and Ari Shavit bring together leading thinkers representing a spectrum of views.

The Doctor is In Dr. Ruth with Dr. Annette Insdorf

Tuesday, November 10, 7pm

Dr. Ruth has been considered America’s most trusted and best-loved therapist, but few people know she narrowly escaped death from the Holocaust, was raised in an orphanage in Switzerland, or that she was a sniper during Israel’s War of Independence. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Senior Adult Birthday Celebration

92Y Lecture Series is presented in partnership with the Alpert JCC, Jewish Federation, and local synagogues Temple Beth David, Temple Beth Ohr, Temple Beth Shalom, Temple Israel, Congregation Shir Chadash, Shul by the Shore

If your birthday is in 2015, please join us for the birthday celebration to end all celebrations! Everyone is invited to this indescribable event. Great entertainment; gourmet mac & cheese with farmer's market fresh veggies, followed by bakery-prepared birthday cake with vanilla ice cream. But wait there's more—birthday presents for everyone! $6; $5/MVP

Lectures are FREE to organization members listed above; $10/Public

Wednesday, August 19, 12-2:30pm

RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu, smathieu@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1721

For complete descriptions, visit www.alpertjcc.org

WELLNESS & FITNESS Cindi Massengale, cmassengale@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1056

H.I.I.T. on the Step High Intensity Interval Training

AQUATICS Ignacio Berumen, iberumen@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1020

Swim University

Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Classes

Tiny Tots: Ages 3-5 Monday-Wednesday: 9-9:30am / 10-10:30am / 1:30-2pm / 2:30-3pm Tuesday-Thursday: 9-9:30am / 10-10:30am / 1:30pm-2pm / 2:30-3pm

Wednesdays, 6:15pm

Mix up the basics, bypass the complex choreography, and get a challenging yet user-friendly class. This class reinvents the interval step workout to create an entertaining experience that offers excellent, time-efficient results, along with improvements in strength, endurance, body composition, mobility and the A-B-Cs of fitness: agility, balance and coordination. AJCC Members sign in at the Courtesy Desk for FREE entry into the classroom.

H.I.I.T. Tabata Style workout:

Beginner: Ages 4-6 Monday-Wednesday: 9:30-10am / 2-2:30pm / 3-3:30pm Tuesday-Thursday: 9:30-10am / 2-2:30pm / 3-3:30pm

Wednesdays, 6:45pm

Tabata intervals (named for Japanese researcher Izumi Tabata) are a great example of structured intervals. Tabata training includes a 20-second high-intensity anaerobic work interval followed by a 10-second rest, repeated eight times in a row. In a creative twist on Tabata, this workout alternates moderate-intensity intervals with higherintensity bouts of the same exercise. Three intensity options allow people of different fitness levels to start at different points, while still having a way to progress through the pattern. For example, beginners may start at level 1 as their “moderate” intensity and progress to level 2 as their “high” intensity, while fitter participants may start at level 2 and progress to level 3. Students perform the exercises at a fast pace, doing as many repetitions as possible while maintaining proper body alignment and full range of motion. Participants rest briefly (10–20 seconds) between work intervals and repeat each work-rest cycle twice per exercise.

Adv. Beginner: Ages 5-8

Monday-Wednesday: 10-10:30am / 3:30-4pm Tuesday-Thursday: 10-10:30am / 3:30-4pm

Private Lessons for Children & Adults

One-on-one instruction for all ages with an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Spots fill quickly, so call today! Visit website for more info.

Pool Parties and Rentals

Are you looking for a fantastic place for a pool party? The AJCC is a great idea! With this rental, you get reserved table space beside the pool. AJCC Members only may rent the pool. The pool itself is NOT exclusively reserved for the renter. For more information and to book today, contact Irene Velasquez for a quote at (562) 426-7601, ext. 1522 or ivelasquez@alpertjcc.org

AJCC Members sign in at the Courtesy Desk for FREE entry into the classroom.

The Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center

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SpOrTS & rEcrEaTiON PE Courtesy Desk (562) 426-7601, ext. 1051

Basketball Success

To achieve success in any field, including the basketball court, one must develop good habits while at the same time avoiding or eliminating bad habits. And good habits are developed the same way bad habits are—through repetition and practice. The Alpert JCC offers a popular year-round youth basketball league where boys and girls ages 5-13 practice good basketball habits on the court while having a great time. Led by former Michigan State and NBA star Pete Davis and his team of coaches, the league emphasizes sound fundamentals, skill development, sportsmanship, and partnership with families.

Early childhood Education Alayna Cosores, acosores@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1091

Parent/Child Participation Classes at the AJCC Friends, fun, and learning for families with children from birth through toddler, in a welcoming Jewish atmosphere.

Three different classes; find the right one for you and your baby or toddler!

From the Beginning

Wednesday Mornings, 9:30-10:30am

The AJCC/Pete Davis Youth Basketball League kicks off its Fall Season Sunday, October 11, with a player evaluation and placement day, which is a requirement for all new and returning league players. All games are played on Sunday afternoons between 12pm and 6pm at the best indoor basketball facility in Long Beach—the Alpert JCC gym.

Newborn to walking, with an adult

Yad b’Yad (Hand in Hand)

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am For children 9-23 months, with an adult

Moving On

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm 24-28 months, with an adult

For more info., visit us at www.alpertjcc.org

YOUTH & TEENS Natalie Chernik, nchernik@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1205

What makes Kids’ University, the Alpert JCC’s popular afterschool enrichment program, so successful? It probably starts with the fact that we have trained, experienced staff on hand to work with each child. The safety and security that parents have come to expect from the AJCC is one more reason. And the fact that our buses are waiting at many Long Beach area schools when that final bell rings is certainly a plus. Supervised homework assistance means that each child is focused on what’s most important, and the enrichment classes that range from computer lab to swimming, theater arts, dance, Judaic studies and more—well, they all make up the so-called icing on the cake! Make an appointment to discuss Kids’ University with Program Director Natalie Chernik, and you’ll see just how Kids’ University is truly designed to make each and every child more successful in, and out, of the classroom.

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I am so excited to be here in Lakewood, leading Congregation Shir Chadash. I am the proud Rabbi Mariana mother to an Gindlin amazing 2 and a half year old recently adopted son, Daniel, who is the light of my life. We found in Shir Chadash warmth that you can only experience in such a small congregation. Shir Chadash has become our new temple family, and we hope that soon the community at large becomes our new extended family. I’ve been a full-time Cantor/Musical Director in the United States for the past 13 years, at congregations in Florida, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, I was a Cantor at congregations in Buenos Aires where I served as a Music Teacher and Choir

Director for several prominent Jewish institutions. I studied at the Latin American Rabbinical Seminary and at the National Conservatory of Music in Argentina. I also completed the 2-year cantorial program of study and practice for Cantors at the Institute for Jewish Spirituality. It has given me great pleasure to have performed extensively throughout the world. One of my favorite concerts includes being invited by the Cantors Assembly to perform at the Philharmonic Hall of Krakow as part of the Jewish Music Festival. I have also sung in the cities of Berlin, Ariel, and Tel Aviv. Throughout the years, I have produced and performed in three critically acclaimed CDs of inspiring Jewish music. You can listen to my music at www.marianagindlin.com. Besides my musical skills, I am a licensed psychologist (UBA) and am fluent in several languages, including English,

Spanish, Hebrew and Yiddish. I have taught workshops at the 2005 American Conference of Cantors convention in New Orleans, the 2005 Coalition for the Advancement in Jewish Education (CAJE) convention, and the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation convention in 2010. I am very committed to social justice and interfaith community work. In the past, I have worked with diverse communities to come together to build relationships and act together for our common good. I helped launch Nevadans for the Common Good, an organization that enables community leaders to engage in public life. I delivered their opening prayer at the founding convention in front of 1,500 leaders from 65 congregations and community organizations in Nevada. Moreover, I organized the 2013 and 2014 Global Day for Jewish Learning events. Another highlight was being able to travel to Israel to

Jude Porter McCarthy

TEMPLE ISRAEL Max Kass

B’nai Mitzvah CONGREGATION SHIR CHADASH

Blessings, Rabbi Gindlin Rabbi Mariana Gindlin is the Rabbi of Congregation Shir Chadash in Long Beach, CA. Before coming to California, Rabbi Gindlin was a cantor and teacher for many years in various places. She recently became a certified Rabbi from the Academy for Jewish Religion in Los Angeles, CA.

Chabad of Los Alamitos (O) 12340 Seal Beach Blvd. Suite B-219 Seal Beach, CA 90740 Contact: Rabbi Shmuel Marcus Phone: 714-828-1851 Email: smarcus@jewishcypress.com Website: www.chabadlosal.com Chabad of West Orange County/ Congregation Adat Israel (O) 5052 Warner Ave. Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Contact: Rabbi Aron David Berkowitz Phone: 714-846-2285 Email: info@chabadhb.com Website: www.chabadhb.com Congregation Lubavitch (O) 3981 Atlantic Ave. Long Beach, CA 90807 Contact: Rabbi Yitzchok Newman Phone: 562-426-5480 Email: yitzyg@aol.com Congregation Shir Chadash (I) 6440 Del Amo Blvd. Lakewood, CA 90713 Contact Rabbi Mariana Gindlin Phone: 562-429-0715 Email:csclakewood@dslextreme.com Website: www.CongregationShirChadash.org Congregation Sholom Leisure World, Seal Beach (C) P. O. Box 2901 Seal Beach, CA 90740 Contact: Rabbi Galit Levy-Slater 562-493-2680 Email: duets@icloud.com Website: www.galityomtov.com P’nai Or (I) Long Beach, CA Email: info@pnaior.org Website: www.pnaior.org Phone 562-364-5154 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 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 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

Sarah Facterman

Sarah Facterman will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on August 1st. Sarah has been volunteering her time helping elementary students with homework through the Winners Reaching Amazing Potential (WRAP) program. She is continuing her volunteer work this summer by being a WRAP program camp counselor during the summer session. As hobbies, Sarah plays club volleyball and is a Girl Scout.

build relationships with a group of Las Vegas’ Christian pastors and rabbis for a collaboration retreat called the CUFI (Christians United For Israel). As a young rabbi with musical skills, I am committed to taking my place as a link in the chain of Jewish leaders, abiding by the ethics of our fathers and mothers, and bringing that message to the world. Ladies and gentlemen, as Abraham said when God was looking for him: “Hineni. Here I am. And I add: I ‘m looking forward to getting to know you, and to sacred moments together.”

Synagogue Directory

Temple Beth Ohr (R) 15721 E. Rosecrans Ave. La Mirada, CA 90638 Contact: Rabbi Mark Goldfarb Phone: 714-521-6765 Email:tmplbthohr@aol.com Website: www.templebethohr.com

Jude Porter McCarthy will become a Bar Mitzvah on August 15th. He has been attending Shir Chadash since Kindergarten. Jude is entering 8th grade at Intellectual Virtues Academy Charter Middle School in Long Beach. Since he is an avid baker and has opened his own business called “Jude Bakes Cakes,” he will be baking for charity for his Mitzvah project. Jude loves performing in Musical Theatre and is an archer with Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD).

Max Kass, son of Lynne and Jonathan, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on August 15th. Max is an Honors student at McAuliffe Middle School where he plays tenor sax and clarinet in the Jazz Band and Advanced Band. For his Mitzvah project, Max volunteers weekly at the Los Alamitos/Rossmoor Library and was a sponsor of the We Care Adopt-A-Family holiday program.

Temple Beth Shalom (C) 3635 Elm Avenue Long Beach, CA 90807 Contact: Rabbi David Cantor Phone: 562-426-6413 Fax: 562-426-7824 Email: office@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: Rabbi Daniel Mehlman Phone: 562-861-9276 Email: templenertamid1@dslextreme.com Website: www.downeytemplenertamid.org (R)=Reform (O)=Orthodox

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