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By Rachel Kaplan, Executive Director, Long Beach Hillel On Wednesday, May 10th, 20 student senators and 2 staff members voted on a resolution in student government to divest from specific companies in Israel. The vote was 15-7 in favor of divestment.

The resolution was presented over a 4 week period and, each week, student senate allowed for 15 minutes of public comments to help “hear the voice of the campus.” Week after week, students prepared 30-second statements to help convey their sadness and disappointment in the student senate for bringing forward a resolution which specifically targeted Israel, the only Jewish state. Students spoke about their love for Israel, the connection to it’s history, their pride in being Jewish, and their hopes for peace in the Middle East.

Although the resolution passed, it was one where many hearts and mindsets were brought into the conversation of BDS campus legislation over a span of many months and its impact on our Jewish students coming together to confront these perpetrated acts against their authentic Jewish selves, Israeli heritage, and Jewish self-determinization. Our local students did not waver in their determination to stand united with Israel.

The room was packed, with people spilling out into the hallway. Even when public comments were extended to twenty minutes, the forty-two students who wanted to speak were limited to a speaking time of only thirty seconds. Our students spoke with passion and conviction about their values, their love of Israel and their condemnation of the resolution that clearly only targeted Israel’s right to exist.

What This Means For CSULB The CSULB president, Dr. Jane Conoley, made a very firm public statement before the resolution was brought forward. This resolution does not align with the university’s goals of a more inclusive campus and, therefore, the administration will not support the resolution. Dr. Conoley made it clear that singling out and targeting the Jewish community on campus has no place at CSULB and, therefore, they would not support the outcome of the resolution. Although the divestment resolution passed in student government, the university will not be changing any of its investment policies at this time.

Beach Hillel Students on Campus as part of Israel Week.

What This Means For Beach Hillel Next Year There is a lot of work ahead of us!! We are so proud of our students who spent weeks defending their Jewish pride and homeland. Now, more than ever, we must continue to grow our vibrant community on campus. The climate is tense, we have seen more swastikas on campus this year than in the past, and Beach Hillel will continue to educate the campus and our students. More programs, more staff, more learning!!! Over the summer, through the University Student Services, Beach Hillel will be providing a Jewish ally training for all students involved in student affairs. This is only one example of new programs we are already bringing to campus.

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Thank You We want to thank our community partners and Hillel International for their extraordinary on-the -ground support on this issue. We cannot thank them enough for their support for Beach Hillel and our students.

Beach Hillel has always been here to nurture Jewish student life in good times and in bad and we will continue to be what we have always been; a welcoming, inclusive community that supports peace and honest dialogue between all people and in unwavering support of the State of Israel.

Your gift to the Jewish Federation’s Annual Community Campaign is one way in which to support our campus students and the work they have ahead of them. Please make your Annual Gift now - the campaign is soon to close. Contact Danny Levy, 562.426.7601 ext. 1007, dlevy@jewishlongbeach.org or visit jewishlongbeach.org.

Beach Hillel Students on Campus as part of Israel Week.

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Arlene Solomon Visions and Above & Beyond Spotlights

JEWISH FEDERATION PRESIDENT

Rick Freeman JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

Deborah Goldfarb CEO

Danny Levy DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

King Chan

Community: Choosing To Be Part of the Whole

By Rabbi Abba Perelmuter

Combined Annual Meeting Preview

By Deborah Goldfarb, Chief Executive Officer of Jewish Federation & Jewish Community Foundation

Around the J June Events at the Alpert Jewish Community Center

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The Jewish Community

Arlene Solomon Visions Dinner Spotlight

2017 Women of Visions Honorees: (l-r): Susan Drew, Diane Koseff, Kelsey Kimmes, Shirley Ross, Nancy Schneider, Ettie Councilman, Karen Weinstein, Ann Millman, Charlotte Maletz, Barbara Alpert, Rosecarrie Brooks, Cher Krichmar, Sherri Selmanson, Andrea Friedenthal. Not pictured: Lea Gerber, Gail Levy Photo Credit: Jessie Butler (l-r): Leslie Kern (Women’s Philanthropy Chair), Deborah Goldfarb (Federation & Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer), Alicia Friedmann (Visions Co-Chair), Wendy Manasse Wiese (Visions Co-Chair), and Sharon Kenigsberg (Federation & Foundation’s Director of Endowments & Community Development).

Photo Credit: Jessie Butler

Arlene Solomon Visions dinner is a Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy Annual Community Campaign event that brings together women from the community to celebrate women’s power to care for the vulnerable, to commit to the survival of the Jewish people, to invest in the future of our children, and to rescue those in need no matter where they live, or how they worship.

This year’s theme was “Let’s Gather”. It was a an amazing gathering. Over 280 women, plus some men, came together to honor 15 women from every Jewish organization in our community. The stories of these honorees were inspiring.

Women’s Philanthropy also introduced a new community wide mitzvah

project “Shabbat Meals on Wheels” that will start in the fall.

Women’s Philanthropy is inspired and guided by our tradition of tzedakah (righteousness/charity) and tikkun olam (repairing the world). Along with the 157 Jewish Federations in North America, we seek to provide significant opportunities for women to affirm their Jewish identity and spirituality, to be proactive in evolving issues of concern to women, to engage new leaders, and to inspire other Jewish women by our examples.

We welcome more women to get involved in Women’s Philanthropy and its projects. Please call Sharon Kenigsberg at (562) 426-7601 ext. 1008 for more information.

A&B Talks: Success from Schmaltz Spotlight

2017 Above & Beyond Honorees: (l-r): Harry Jacobs, Howard Weiss, Jeb Brilliant, Art Oster, Mark Dressner, Matt Davis, Jimmy Drew, Boruch Sufrin, Jay Alhadeff, Alan Jarrick. Not pictured: Allen Alevy, Ron Botwin, and Yitzy Geisinsky Photo Credit: Jessie Butler (l-r): A&B Talks: Success from Schmaltz Panelists & Moderator were: Steve Meister (Criminal Defense Attorney), Sasha Strauss (Founder of Innovation Protocol), Richard Wolpow (Operating Partner of BelHealth Investment Partners), and Josh Lowenthal (President of FreeConferenceCall.com) Photo Credit: Jessie Butler

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Above & Beyond is the Jewish Federation Men’s Philanthropy Annual Community Campaign event for men across our Jewish community to honor, learn and share the strength we have together, to care for the vulnerable and to invest in the future of our children.

The event was a truly great night honoring 13 amazing men from our local Jewish community agencies and synagogues, for their many contributions in going “above and beyond”.

There were over 120 men and some women in attendance. Sasha Strauss was incredible moderating three strong Jewish men from our community, who shared their stories of success, some starting at the AJCC ECE,

Hebrew Academy, or Camp Kamaroff. Aaron Kern was the Chair for this year’s event.

Men’s Philanthropy is a fellowship of dynamic Jewish men- brothers, fathers, sons and friends - who today inspire each other through Jewish values and commitment to community.

Through business and social networking, leadership, philanthropy, and leveraging its collective power, Men’s Philanthropy provides our community with assistance when needed, and support for Jews here at home, Israel and around the world.

Don Kaiser, Chair of Men’s Philanthropy, invites more men to join the cabinet and help plan future events.

Call (562) 426-7601 ext. 1007.

Combined Annual Meeting to Honor Leadership Deborah K. Goldfarb Chief Executive Officer, Jewish Federation Jewish Community Foundation

Once a year, the Jewish Federation and the Jewish Community Foundation hold a Combined Annual Meeting.

This special evening is dedicated to highlighting the successes our organizations have made during this past year, as well as the election and installation of new board members who will lend their hands to help us continue benefiting the local community in the upcoming 5778/2018 year. We will honor leaders who have contributed to the furtherance of our mission in our Jewish Community, along with the graduates of this year’s Alpert New Leaders Forum.

We will also recognize Rick Freeman, the outgoing Jewish Community Foundation Board President, for his tenure. Rick’s guidance has been a great asset to our organization’s mission.

Robert Baldwin Community Service Award Hank and Joyce Feldman are products of “humble beginnings” who, since their young adult years, have devoted their lives to humanitarian work. They lead the Performance Plus Tire team in support of many local community organizations and have served as role models for other business owners.

Their Thanksgiving Food Drive (now in its’ 20th year) serves over 800 needy families each year.

Hank & Joyce have served on a variety of boards and organizations in the community. Hank is Past President of the Jewish Federation. He also serves on the board of Long Beach Police Foundation, the California Conference for Equality & Justice, and several Tire Industry boards.

Hank’s past service includes: Temple Israel Foundation President and Temple Israel Mitzvah Day Chair.

Joyce currently is the Past Chair of Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy, and

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Thursday, June 15, 2017 6:00 pm Hors d’oeuvres 7:00 pm Annual Meeting Please RSVP to Yolanda by June 12 events@jewishlongbeach.org or 562-426-7601 ext. 1314

is active at Temple Israel currently serving on their Board of Directors as Ways & Means Vice President, and as the incoming President.

Joyce’s past service includes: Foundation Board, JFCS Board, AJCC board and as a chair for the AJCC Women’s Weekend, Auction Chair for Friends of Pathways, and Lowell Elementary PTA. Joyce & Hank received the CCEJ Humanitarian Award in 2014. Joyce was selected as “Woman of Vision” by the Jewish Federation in 2015 and received the Kipnis-Wilson/ Friedland Award in 2016 from the Jewish Federations of North America’s National Women’s Philanthropy.

Joyce & Hank received the Human Rights Award from Teacher Association of Long Beach in 2013.

They have five amazing children, as well as three grandchildren. They live, work, play & serve the community in Long Beach.

When not running the “locally world famous” Performance Plus Tire, they both keep active with travel, snow

skiing, hiking, and boating. is currently on the Jewish Federation Board, starting Fred Neuburger his second year.

Young Leadership Award Matt has been a member Matt Paretsky is a of Temple Beth David since Training Support Services 2010, where he enjoys Manager at Raytheon being part of the community Professional Services LLC there and served for a short (RPS), a subsidiary of time on their board. Matt is Raytheon Company. Matt married to Lisa Paretsky and has been in learning and they have three children: operations management sons Daniel & Gabriel and for over 20 years and has daughter Cameron. experience working at all As a young person, levels of learning from front- Matt’s primary involvement line logistics and delivery to with Jewish life was with his program management. grandparents. His paternal Not only is Matt a stellar grandfather was a founding professional, but he is also member of the Jewish a stellar new leader for the Community Center (JCC) Jewish Federation who has in Lawrence, Kansas. He already demonstrated his fondly remembers Passover ability, desire and vision for Seders at his grandparent’s strengthening our Jewish home and attending Friday Community. evening services at the JCC Matt was a member of throughout college. the 2010-2011 Alpert New Matt is dedicated to Leaders Forum class and fostering communication was recently chosen to be within the diverse groups in one of the inaugural Jewish our community and wants Federation Lentzner Fellows to be part of helping our (an in-depth Federation community work to find Leadership program). He solutions to the challenges has served for four years that will face our community on the Jewish Federation in the future.

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Election & Installation of New Board Members Robert Baldwin Community Service Award

Joyce & Hank Feldman Fred Neuburger Young Leadership Award

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Community: Choosing to Be A Part of the Whole

By Rabbi Abba Perelmuter

In a world of increasing isolationism, it is even more important than ever to make the choice to Rabbi Abba be part of a Perelmuter c o m m u n i t y .

You may have read that last sentence and said to yourself, “Wait... Make a choice?”

Since when is being part of a community a choice? Let me assure you friends, it is very much a choice, and one of the most important choices you will ever make.

The Jewish people, whether by forced circumstances or by choice, always lived together in close quarters. We all know the famous stories of the Shtetl and we can imagine what it was like to live among family and friends (and the gossipers!).

Southern California could not be further from a Shtetl, but we can try to recreate the caring, support, and love that the people shared in the Shtetl. Our world is so isolated here; we need more of the family atmosphere that existed in Jewish communities for millennia. I have been to too many funerals with too few people in attendance.

In the Orthodox world, being in a community is so important that many people build their own communities by having very large families.

My son-in-law’s parents just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, being surrounded by their 13 children, 50 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. Talk about a support system!

In the off-chance that you do not have 13 children, I would

suggest that you make yourself part of a tight-knit community.

A group of people that will be there for you in good times and bad, people to share the holidays with, discuss your worries with, visit in the hospital, etc.

Being part of the Kehillah (community) is not just for observant Jews. The word for community in Hebrew is Tzibur, which stands for Tzadikim (righteous people), Beinonim (regular people), and Reshaim (the unmentionable family members). All together these kinds of people make up the whole. Observant and nonobservant Jews are still part of the same family.

Being part of a community goes both ways. Many people wait for their phone to ring. If no one is calling you, you pick up the phone. You make the

connection. It may mean doing something out of your comfort zone, but in the end, it is worth it. I remember a woman once complaining to me that no one in Shul had ever invited her for a Friday night dinner. When I asked her how many families she had over to her house, she was embarrassed to admit that she had never invited anyone either.

Being part of the Kehillah means living a life for others, not just for yourself. We are responsible for one another.

Being an active member of the Jewish community will lead you to a life full of meaning and blessings, and you may very well (finally) hear some gossip along the way!

Rabbi Abba Perelmuter is the Rabbi of Shul By The Shore in Long Beach, CA.

Area Synagogue Upcoming Events

Please contact the synagogue directly with any questions using the Synagogue Directory (right) and see our Community Calendar at jewishlongbeach.org for more community event listings.

BEIT HALEV Monday, 6/12, 12:00 pm: Beit HaLev 1 Year Anniversary Party. A light lunch and snacks will be served with soft drinks and coffee. Rabbi Galit will entertain with her singing & guitar. There will be surprises!

CONGREGATION LUBAVITCH Thursday, 6/1, 10:00 am: Shachris. 7:49 pm: Mincha, followed by Marriv.

CONGREGATION SHIR CHADASH Thursday, 6/1, 9:30 am: A Taste of Shavuot! The second day Shavuot service will include a trip through our pilgrimage festivals where all Jews came “to see and be seen before the face of God” in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. Then there will be cheesecake!

Friday, 6/2, 7:00 pm: Shabbat Tikvah Service with Rabbi Gindlin. This service will include their favorite

melodies and poetry.

Wednesdays, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21 & 6/28, 3:30 pm: Join us as we spend the afternoon with medieval Biblical commentators Rashi, Nachmanides, Rashbam, Ibn Ezra, etc. and half a dozen of their esteemed colleagues.

Each week we focus on the parsha, exploring the Commentators’ Bible in depth. Rabbi Gindlin leads an interactive learning session which promises to offer intellectual & spiritual rewards.

Friday, 6/16, 6:00 pm: A Congregational Shabbat Dinner followed by an interactive Parsha Skit. $8 for adults. Children under 13 is free.

Friday, 6/23, 7:00 pm: Boost Your MOJO! Join Rabbi Mariana Gindlin for a spiritually renewing & meditative Shabbat experience.

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Thursday, 6/1, 9:30 am: Shavout Service at Leisure World CH 3 Lobby with the Yizkor Memorial Service.

Friday, 6/2, 7:00 pm: Friday Night Service with Rabbi Zari Sussman.

Saturday, 6/3, 9:30 am: Morning Services with Rabbi Zari Sussman, who recently graduated from the Ziegler Rabbinical School.

Tuesday, 6/20, Time TBA: Free Movie Night. Film will be historically related to the Yiddish World. RSVP with Ruth Hermann at (562) 430-3107.

Sunday, Date TBA, 2:00 pm: Theater Group Trip to Long Beach International Theater.

Viewing of “Crimes of the Heart.” For more info, contact Murray Pollack via email at murrjet@yahoo.com.

SHUL BY THE SHORE Sunday, 6/4, 6:00 pm: SBTS Annual Fundraiser Gala. Celebrating another successful year with a delicious BBQ, open bar,

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auction & live entertainment.

Located at the beautiful home of Bob & Helen Rosenberg.

Cost is $180 per person.

To RSVP for event, visit www.shulbytheshore.com.

TEMPLE BETH DAVID Friday, 6/2, 7:00 pm: Family Shabbat.

Tuesday, 6/6, 7:00 pm: Guest: Daniel Horowitz, the Genealogist of MyHeritage in Israel, will speak on what’s new in MyHeritage. This meeting is $5. Sponsored by the Orange County Jewish Genealogy Society. For more information, contact Michelle Sandler at (714) 891-0788.

Sunday, 6/11, 1:00 pm: Violin Recital.

Wednesday,6/21,9:00am: Mah Jongg Tournament.

TEMPLE BETH OHR Friday, 6/16, 7:30 pm: Brotherhood Shabbat. Live stream on Temple Beth Ohr’s YouTube Channel. Free event.

Synagogue Directory Beit HaLev (I) P.O. Box 2279 Seal Beach, CA 90740 Contact: Rabbi Galit Levy-Slater Phone: 562-493-2680 Email: duets@icloud.com Website: www.galityomtov.com­­­ 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 of Leisure World, Seal Beach (C) 13044 Del Monte Drive Seal Beach, CA 90740 Contact & Phone: President - 562-431-0113 Phone: Membership - 562-296-5567 Email: congsholomlwsb@gmail.com P’nai Or (I) 3955 N. Studebaker Road Long Beach, CA 90808 Phone: 562-364-5154 Email: info@pnaior.org Website: www.pnaior.org Shul By The Shore (O) Alpert Jewish Community Center 3801 E. Willow Street Long Beach, California 90815 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 Temple Beth Ohr (R) 15721 E. Rosecrans Ave. La Mirada, CA 90638 Contact: Rabbi Mark Goldfarb Phone: 714-521-6765 Email:office@templebethohr.com Website: www.templebethohr.com 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 (I) 10629 Lakewood Boulevard Downey, CA 90241 Contact: Rabbi Daniel Mehlman Phone: 562-861-9276 Email: templenertamid1@dslextreme.com Website: www.downeytemplenertamid.org (C)=Conservative (I)=Independent (O)=Orthodox (R)=Reform

TEMPLE BETH DAVID Logan Rofe

Logan Rofe will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, June 10th. Logan is a 7th grader attending McAuliffe Middle School. His true passion is baseball and he plays for the Tribe travel baseball team. Logan’s other interests include being a goalie for his soccer team, acting, and the study of history and geography. For his mitzvah project, Logan prepared food boxes at St. Joseph’s Church in Long Beach, CA that were served to families in need.

Elizabeth Halbreich

Elizabeth Halbreich will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, June 24th. Elizabeth is a student in the 7th grade attending Bell Intermediate School. Elizabeth chose two projects, the first of which was cutting 12 inches of her hair off to donate to Locks of Love and the second was to make place markers for animals that had passed away while being cared for by the Seal Beach Animal Care Center where both of her family dogs were rescued from.

helping out in her community, Girl Scouts, participating in National Charity League (NCL) events, and of course, reading.

For her Bat Mitzvah project, Samantha will be donating used books to the Whittier Public Library, and the IFC food shelter. She has always loved reading, for it “transported her into another world,” and taught her many lessons. She would love to share that feeling with people who may not be as fortunate to receive books.

TEMPLE BETH OHR Samantha Kotkin

Marianna’s favorite subject at school, both through doing science projects and exploring marine biology at Catalina Island Marine Institute.

For her mitzvah project, Marianna participated in the Junior Naturalist Internship at Idyllwild Nature Center, where she helped organize and carry out the multiple learning activities for groups of children age 4-10 to connect them with the local environment. The center recognized her as “one of the 2016’s standout interns” TEMPLE BETH SHALOM and “a fantastic public speaker.”

Marianna Liora Clark-Igoudin Jessica Kraus

Samantha Kotkin, the youngest daughter of Joan and Doug Kotkin, is a seventh grader at Broadoaks School.

Sammy will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, June 24th.

Samantha enjoys spending time with friends, playing video games, writing, traveling,

Marianna Liora ClarkIgoudin will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, June 10th.

Marianna is a 7th grader at Bethany Lutheran School. As a member of the 14U team of the International Water Polo Club, Marianna has won four medals in regional water polo competitions. Science is

Jessica Kraus, a 7th grade honors student at Stanford Middle school, will be called to the Torah for her Bat Mitzvah on June 17th at Temple Beth Shalom.

Jessica has endeavored to fulfill mitvot for her Bat Mitzvah project by connecting some of her interests with the community.

Some of the mitvot have included creating beautiful birthday cards for senior members of the congregation and surprising a special Temple member who was experiencing a difficult time with flowers and a handmade card.

She also volunteered at Long Beach Animal Care Services and has donated homemade birthday boxes to Casa Youth Center for Runaway and Homeless Youth.

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B’nai Mitzvah

TEMPLE NER TAMID Daniel S. Salcedo Haro

Daniel S. Salcedo recently celebrated his Bar Mitzvah on May 13th.

NCJW Takes New Direction for 2017-18

National Council of Jewish Women Long Beach Section will begin its new year by “Building Bridges,” according to the recently elected president, Linda Calderon. “Our membership will take new directions and take on new challenges, as well as reaching out into the community even more than we have done before,” she said.

At its retreat at the Alpert Jewish Community Center earlier this month, the organization’s Board

addressed four planning areas: Connections, Collaborations, Civic Engagement, and Communications, as they relate to NCJW’s mission, principles and resolutions.

Calderon said the Board will incorporate these issues into their year with the goal of energizing and revitalizing NCJW Long Beach and bringing more options to participate to the Long Beach Jewish and general community and help bring about change. This year brought the organization

several awards for its volunteer efforts in several areas.

Those attending the retreat were privileged to hear Rabbi Joel Simonds, rabbi at University Synagogue in Los Angeles, CA and an advocate of social justice for the Reform Movement, speak on the subject saying, “As Jews, we must be for all people.” His talk reinforced the NCJW theme for its new year, “Building Bridges.”

NCJW welcomes all women (and men) who are interested in volunteering in its many areas of social justice, community service, and education.

If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact Linda Calderon at lindaneukirkcalderon@me.com. jewishlongbeach.org | JUNE 2017 |

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Suicide and Teens: 13 Reasons Why

By Kisa Grayson, MFTI, JFCS Clinician

Recently there has been considerable conversation in the media about “Thirteen Reasons Why”, a Netflix series that chronicles a young girl’s path to suicide and details the reasons she considered and ultimately followed through with death by suicide. Hannah, the main character, chronicles bullying at school, being dragged through the rumor-mill as “easy”, and being betrayed by friends. Hannah has both witnessed and experienced devastating trauma, including being raped, feeling responsible for the accidental death of a classmate, and disappointing her parents.

While Hannah’s short existence is racked with tragedy, it is not unlike real life

for many young people, many of whom have experienced some form of serious emotional pain. For many who have considered suicide, death is not the primary goal of their thoughts. They simply want the pain to end.

Unfortunately, it can be paralyzing when faced with a teen with suicidal ideation.

Unsure of our ability to help, we tend to rely on others and remain silent. If you see or know a teen you suspect is suffering with depression or contemplating harming him/ herself, be aware of the signs, particularly in the context of experiences like Hannah’s Here are 13 signs to watch for: 1. A previous suicide attempt 2. Talk of killing oneself or

making a plan to do so 3. A strong wish to die or a preoccupation with death 4. Signs of depression (moodiness, hopelessness, withdrawal, irritability) 5. Poor school performance (a change from normal performance) 6. Alcohol or drug use (different and increased from before) 7. Saying good-bye as if never to see someone again 8. Giving away prized possessions 9. A recent death or suicide by family member or friend 10. A recent break-up

with boy/girlfriend, or conflict with parents 11. Having access to firearms or other means of harm 12. Lacking connection to others (having no one to talk to) 13. Impulsiveness and taking unnecessary risks Know your resources and what to do for your teens: Show You Care—Talk to your teen, ask questions and really listen to what they have to say. They want the pain to go away and believe that death is the only way out.

Share your feelings with them and encourage them to share their feelings with you.

Ask Plenty of Questions— Don’t worry that talking about

suicide will put the thought into your teen’s mind; it doesn’t work that way. If you’ve spotted the signs, they may already have thoughts and would benefit from an outlet for expressing them. Be brave and start the conversation.

Getting Help is Okay— Seek professional services for your teen while you continue to support them.

Managing this level of pain may require tools and skill that professionals can provide, enabling you to continue to care.

Read Kisa’s article in its entirety at jfcslongbeach.org/ blog The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is (800) 273-8255, and is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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Linda Haley & Dr. Marvin Zamost

PLATINUM SPONSORS Barbara Alpert

GOLD SPONSORS

Binnie & Jack Berro & Family Nancy & Mark Speizer Inice & Craig Smith/ Tesoro Corporation

SILVER SPONSORS

Amy & Rich Lipeles (through Jewish Federation) Liz & Jim Breslauer (through Jewish Federation) Enterprise Rent-a-Car Ava & Howard Weiss Superior Foot and Ankle Care Center Paulette & Henry J. Matson Susan & Mort (z”l) Stuhlbarg (through Jewish Federation) Dr. Matt Davis & Dr. Mark Dressner

COPPER SPONSORS

Dr. Gail & Dr. Tom Levy La Palma InterCommunity Hospital Farmers & Merchants Bank Lakewood Fit Body Boot Camp Gael & Glenn Libby Rita & Dr. Barry Zamost Sybil & Dr. Marc Tamaroff Debbie & Rob Feldman Berro Management Alain Hirsch Construction Corp.

Elaine & Howard Davis Phillips Steel Company Ruthie & Al Rudis Molina Healthcare Jill & Mark Rapp Bernard Fishman, DDS

BRONZE SPONSORS

2nd St. Beauty Port of Long Beach Performance Plus Tire Superstore Liz & Mark Sharzer Linda & Rick Burney Barry Borkin Barbara Wolfe Dr. Karen Zoller & Dr. David Tillman Daisy & Vic Schneidman RF+L Wealth Management Capri Realty Frieda Rapoport Caplan Elizabeth & Terry Fiskin

BRONZE SPONSORS

Marr Leisure Pollaro and Associates Bonnie Lowenthal HealthCare Partners, LLC. Cardiovascular Care, Inc. PDQ Rentals Kathryn Miles Los Alamitos Medical Center Michelle & Steve Gordon Minuteman Press of Long Beach

CHROME SPONSORS

Reva & Seymour Alban Michelle & Dr. Bruce Baral Pattie & Marc Davidson Jean Feldman Debi & Dan Felsenthal Deborah & Rabbi Mark Goldfarb Judith Hardaker Andrea & Don Kaiser Martine Korach Kathy & Alan Kreida Ann & Eugene Lentzner Carol & Ed Lieberman Susan & Brian Miles Sadie & David Sacks Jamie Saltman Jeannine & Carl Schiermeyer Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Myrna & Len Simon Norma & Jan Stein Michael Torrez Ted Van Boemel

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AJCC Runners Architects Run? Cirque de Sore Legs First American NHD First Dance Free Friendship GLEAMED Jewish Federation Lakewood Fit Body Boot Camp LB Awesome Affiliates OWL Run for Mental Health Run4Fun Team Carol Cares Team Leff Team Schneider Team Tessa Team Valencia Temple Beth Shalom Temple Israel Board Walkers Temple Israel Men’s Minyan Thirsty 13 and Friends Walk & Talk Women’s Council of Realtors LB Women’s Philanthropy Debbie & Rob Feldman’s Team/ Keller Williams Realty County Line Animal Hospital Team Telecare

RACE COMMITTEE Mark Dressner, Chair Barry Borkin Marc Davidson Judy Leff Gael Libby Carol Lieberman Liz Sharzer

Thank you for sharing our vision of a community healed, one person, one family at a time!

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Duthie Power Services Justin Rudd City of Long Beach Alpert JCC Maintenance Team Jackie Fritz Lazy Acres Unified Grocers Stephanie Gill Graphic Design Tom Gallo Jazz Angels KROQ Elex Michaelson ABC7 News Ensemble Hotel Partners Wrath Wines Ecluse Wines Tesoro Corporation SP+ Parking Pierpoint Landing Sport Fishing Shoreline Village Jaime Gonzalez LB Jewish Boy Scout Troop 613

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

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Message from the Executive Director . . 2a Staff Spotlight: Leah Bleidistel . . . . . . . 2a Cookie Decorating Class . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a

Hebrew Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a Shabbat Dinners at the Pool . . . . . . . . . 3a Summer of Fun! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a

Sr Adult 5th of July BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a Member Spotlight: Melissa Newman . . 4a Adaptive Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4a

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Message from the Executive Director

Before I get into all the great things going on this summer, I want to thank all of you who took the time to fill out our member survey. It means a lot to me and to our community that you want to partner with us in giving you the best possible member experience. With your candid feedback and suggestions, we are able to improve our programs and services, so again, a heartfelt Thank You! June is one of my favorite months at the J. There is always so much going on, and this year we have added even more programs and events as part of our fabulous Summer of Fun! Camp Komaroff kicks off on June 19 with that perfect combination of fun and learning that you’ve come to expect from the Alpert JCC. In addition to swimming, martial arts, and field trips, we have hand-on science projects, mixed-media art, space exploration, and so much more! If your kids (or grandkids!) haven’t signed up yet, please take a look at our brochure (in the Promenade or on the website) so they don’t miss out on all the great fun!

We have two more very exciting events going on in June—both on June 25, so save the date! Our very first Summer Jewish Festival will include tastings of Jewish food, live music, Judaica vendors, arts & crafts for the kids, swimming, games, and we will feature the charming movie An American Tale. This event is FREE, and I really hope I see you there! It’s the perfect time to bring your friends, your kids, and your grandkids.

And because we know this will be such a special event, we are also hosting an Open House for the community to see all of the wonderful things that we have to offer here at the Alpert Jewish Community Center. You know that it’s Your Center for Life, and we want to spread the word! The Open House will include the Jewish Festival, of course, as well as tours of our Fitness Center, Early Childhood Education (preschool), some group fitness classes, swimming, a youth fun zone, and a barbeque!

Please encourage your friends, neighbors, book club, chavurah, etc. to come by and see what a special place we have here. We are an inclusive and diverse community, and I am so proud of everything we have to offer.

I look forward to seeing you on June 25 and every day!

L’Shalom

Jeffrey Rips AJCC Executive Director

Gesher Events

Sponsored by the Alpert JCC and Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach

Dana Schneider, dschneider@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601 x1023 Gesher: 20s, 30s and 40s • GesherCity: 21-35 • GesherNext: 30s, 40s

Monthly Shabbat

Friday, June 2, 7:30pm

Experience Shabbat with great food and friends. If you’ve never been to a GesherCity event before, now is the perfect time! Our events are fun and casual.

So don’t be shy… give us a try.

Shakespeare by the Sea Picnic Shabbat Friday, June 16, 7:30pm

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Contact Dana Schneider for more information at (562) 426-7601 x1023

Leah Bleidistel

Assistant Director for Curriculum and Programs Leah Bleidistel is one of our dedicated staff members who first started coming to the Alpert JCC when she was a child. She went to camp here and attended many activities (including Hebrew High) that took place in the building. She loved the J and knew that when her oldest son, Michael, got to preschool age (he is now 22), she wanted him to go to the J. It was pure fortune that she also eventually started working here.

As Leah explains, “I came back to the Alpert JCC with Michael in 1998, so Michael started in the old building. At the time, I was going to school to get a degree in studio art. After Michael had attended the preschool for a couple of years, I spoke with the ECE director and started my career at the J as an assistant teacher in the preschool. That was very exciting because I was able to work while Michael was here. I have been so fortunate to be able to do that with each of my kids (Sydney is now 14 and Harlan is 6).

It really has been amazing—just to be able to see them every day and know they are having the same wonderful experience I had here. Last year was Harlan’s final year in the preschool, so now he attends Kids’ University.

My kids have practically been raised at the JCC! “I worked here as a teaching assistant for several years while I was in school, and then I left for a while to get my Master’s Degree in Education.

Although my plan was to be an elementary school teacher in the Long Beach school district, the J just kept calling me back. After I got my Multiple Subject Credential, I substituted in the school district for a while, but I decided that I missed the J. I wanted to be working with the children in our preschool. I came back and taught in the ECE for several years, teaching all of the different age groups as well as being a regular substitute for both our reading and movement programs.

“One of the reasons I came back to the J was that I had learned a lot about Early Childhood Education, how the brain develops, and how children learn the best. It was vastly different from what I was seeing in the public schools. The play-based education that we emphasize here— where we help children construct their own knowledge through exploration and experimentation—is very important to me. It is imperative that children be involved in their own process of learning. It empowers them and lays the foundation for a positive educational journey. Children learn best from real life; it’s how we all learn most effectively. We can’t just be told something, we have to experience it. That’s why I connect so well with our early childhood philosophy.

“Also, I just love working with the kids and their families. It’s so much fun.

I love getting to know the children and seeing them grow. They start when they are two and we get to watch them develop like our own children. I get invested in them and their families, and it’s exciting to watch the process of them growing and learning. I really love working in the ECE with our amazing staff. We have a great team that supports each other, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be a part of it.

“Last July, I went from working full time as a teacher to being offered my current position as Assistant Director of Curriculum and Programs. I had met with Jeffrey Rips, our Executive Director, about ways I could get really involved in the administrative side and how the school is run, and so I was very excited for this opportunity to step up and help make our amazing school even better.

“I’ve felt this incredible connection to the J since I was young. It just feels like home and that I’m part of a community, a family. It means a lot that my children still come here and also have that connection. My oldest still visits and loves it when he sees some of his teachers who still work here. My two youngest will both be in Camp Komaroff this summer. It’s not just me, it’s my whole family. We all love it here, and it feels very natural that this is where I work, where I belong.”

- Interview by Erika Hillinger

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SENIORS Dr. Susan Mathieu, smathieu@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601 x1721

Hui O Hula Hawaiian Party Wednesday, June 7, 12pm

Everything pineapple with a variety of Hawaiian treats.

Please wear flowers and enjoy this very special party.

RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu, (562) 426-7601 x1721

Senior Living Q & A Lunch Wednesday, June 21, 12pm

Charlene Cailao from Vista Del Mar Senior Living will discuss the variety of senior living options and will answer questions: What are the differences? How to tell “good” from the "not so good," etc. Specific areas of care will be addressed.

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JEWISH LIFE & CULTURE

RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu, (562) 426-7601 x1721

Senior Adult 5th of July BBQ Cookie Decorating with Mina Roades Tuesday, June 6, 6pm

Learn to decorate cookies for all seasons and reasons, with expert Mina Roades. $18 includes all supplies.

Wednesday, July 5, 12pm

Enjoy a wonderful Kosher BBQ. There will be entertainment and prizes.

Wear your patriotic hats and shirts and win a prize! Gift cards and other awards will be given for trivia games. $5 includes lunch and entertainment.

RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu, (562) 426-7601 x1721

Hebrew Class Level I

Ongoing Alpert JCC Senior Activities

Wednesdays, 6pm • July 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9, 16

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

Interested in learning to read Hebrew? Join this 7-session course, master the Aleph-Bet, and develop a small working vocabulary.

No prior knowledge required. FREE

Happiness & Humor Group No Happiness & Humor Group in June.

Hebrew Class Level ll

We will meet again on July 7, 11:30.

Tuesdays, 6pm • Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17

Need to practice your Hebrew reading? Are you ready to develop a larger spoken Hebrew vocabulary? This class focuses on both reading and basic conversational skills. Need to know Aleph-Bet for this class. $36

WELLNESS & FITNESS

Fred Johnson, fjohnson@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601 x105

Shabbat Dinners at the AJCC Pool

Friday, July 14 & Friday, August 4, 5:30-8pm

Shlomit Jackson and Maureen Lawrence (ShloMo) will lead you in singing the blessings and songs. Together we will bring in the ruach (spirit) of Shabbat.

Dinner only $5 a person.

RSVP to Ronnie Levine at (562) 426-7601 x1521 or rlevine@alpertjcc.org

Country Western Line Dancing

Mondays, 6:30pm: Level 2 • Mondays, 7:30: Level 3 July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14

Line Dance 2: For the long term beginners—dances are 32-64 counts.

Line Dance 3: For the somewhat experienced—dances are 48-64 counts.

Line dancing is a great exercise that burns calories while having a good time!

Both classes require you to bring your cowboy boots or leather soled shoes for a stompin’ good time. No partner necessary. Instructor: Cindi Massengale.

Register at the AJCC Membership Relations Courtesy Desk, (562) 426-7601 x1051

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AQUATICS

Early Childhood Education

Alayna Cosores, acosores@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601 x1091

Ignacio Berumen, iberumen@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601 x1020

Adaptive Aquatics

The AJCC is proud to offer a new adaptive aquatics program for individuals of all ages. Adaptive Aquatics is a one-on-one swim program for children and adults with special needs. This program is designed to help teach participants how to become more comfortable in the water while learning essential swimming techniques in a fun environment. All Instructors are American Red Cross Adaptive Aid Certified. Contact Ignacio Berumen for more information.

Prep Swim Team

Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30-5:15pm

AJCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Melissa Newman

Ages 5-12 The Prep Swim Team is a perfect stepping stone to the more advanced Competitive Youth Swim Team. The goal of the program is to get kids ready for a swim team, Junior Lifeguard programs, and/or water polo. Free Style, back stroke, butterfly and breast stroke are all taught and refined. Flip turns are introduced as well as dives and streamlined push-offs from the wall.

Participants must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle with side breathing $45/MVP; $60/Public (per month).

ECE Mom and AJCC Board Member Melissa Newman is one of the ubiquitous parents who gives so much of her time and energy to making the Alpert JCC such a special place. She currently chairs the ECE Committee, is on the AJCC Board of Directors, and recently Co-Chaired the successful AJCC fundraiser, “Adults at Play.”

When asked how she learned about the Alpert JCC, Melissa explained, “We learned about the JCC from Vicki Scherwin. Vicki and her husband have known my husband, Scott, for years, and our oldest kids are two days apart and have been the best of friends since birth. Vicki told me about From the Beginning, the free class for babies and their parents, and we attended several times together. It was the first time I had ever been to any JCC. I remember being so overwhelmed as a new mom and didn’t realize that nestled in the back of this wonderful building was the best preschool in Long Beach with the best teachers around! Our kids are now getting ready for Pre-K Celebration and will be off to kindergarten in the fall as we prepare for our little ones to start the program all over again. We are so thankful to be here at the J–joining the ECE was one of the best decisions we have made as parents.”

Water Polo Class

June 19-July 11 • July 17-August 10 Monday & Wednesday, 4-4:45pm • Sunday, 3-3:45pm

Learn the basics of ball handling and shooting while improving swim skills.

Work on treading water and swim strokes specific to water polo.

Class requirements: 25 yard freestyle swim test.

Mon & Wed: $70/AJCC Member; $90/Public • Sun: $35/AJCC Member; $45/Public

Group Swim Lessons

Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs (30-minute lessons)

Tiny Tots: 9am | 9:30am| 10am| 1pm | 1:30pm | 2pm | 2:30pm | 3pm | 3:30pm Beginner: 10am|10:30am|1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm Adv. Beginner: 10:30am | 1:30pm | 2:30pm| 3:30pm | 4:30pm

YOUTH & FAMILY Dana Schneider, dschneider@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601 x1023

She continued, “I fell in love with the teachers who take such great care of all our children. That is what keeps me here, year after year. It is so important to know that my children are so well looked after and keeping their minds learning throughout the day. I never worry when I leave here.”

Close friend, neighbor and PSA Chair, Karen Ben-Shmuel, quickly introduced Melissa to the various volunteer opportunities. “I am grateful to be so involved in the different activities. I have met so many inspiring parents through PSA events.” Melissa is quite active at the AJCC while also being a full-time working mom. She said, “It keeps me very busy, but it’s completely worth it—it’s been a really great way to meet other members and make life-long friends. Our preschool is unique as you really feel the sense of community when you walk through the doors, whether it’s joining in the singing for Shabbat or watching the Havdalah program or just saying hi after drop off.”

Melissa really enjoys being part of the ECE committee and working so closely with Alayna Cosores, ECE Director and her fantastic team. Her involvement with the fundraisers, the ECE Committee, and working with board members and Jeffrey Rips has been a very rewarding experience.

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Melissa works for a luxury fitness retreat in Malibu where she’s Director of Guest Relations and Reservations and works from her home office.

“I realize how fortunate I am that I am able to drop my kids off in the morning and be able to pop into Shabbat music or Havdalah once in a while due to my flexible schedule.” Evan is excited to start Gan Hamaish (the Pre-K camp program) this summer, and her youngest, Mila, will be starting Moving On. “I am excited that she will get to have the same wonderful experiences that Evan did at the J. We are excited about our future here and the life-long memories we continue to make!”

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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

Hebrew Academy Early Childhood Receives Two Top Awards

The Hebrew Academy is proud to announce that the Karp Early Childhood Center has received the Orange County Association for the Education of Young Children Quality in ECE Outstanding Center Award.

The Orange County Association for the Education of Young Children is the local affiliate of the National Association of the Education of Young Children, the largest and most prestigious early childhood organization in the country. Its mission is to support early childhood professionals in their work with children, birth through age eight, to advocate for high standards, improved working conditions in programs for young children, and to promote public understanding of issues affecting children and their families.

Two Preschool teachers were awarded grants for their absolute excellence and professionalism. Lisa Haley of the Nursery class and Raizel Weinbaum of the Pre-K class each received recognitions and will be awarded their grants at a ceremony in June.

The Hebrew Academy’s Preschool Director, Chanie Perelmuter, said, “We are thrilled to accept these awards. We know we have a highly successful, and outstanding comprehensive student-centric program, but it’s always nice to be acknowledged by the educational establishment.”

The Preschool is rated #1 in our area, having been recognized as a 5 star rating on the Quality Star Orange County Department of Education rating system.

Chanie is proud to have been part of the Quality Rating & Improvement System (QRIS) program since its inception.

T h ro u g h re c e i v i n g professional development workshops and attending education conferences, the teachers of The Hebrew Academy are always constantly improving their skills to be the best educator possible for our children.

To learn more information about the top rated early childhood program and the only Jewish Infant Center in town, please contact Chanie Perelmuter at (714) 898-0051 ext. 204 and come for a tour.

The Jewish Community Celebrated Israel at The Hebrew Academy

More than 750 Jews from across Orange and Los Angeles County came to The Hebrew Academy of Orange County (located at the Alevy Campus in Huntington Beach, CA) to celebrate the annual Israel Day and Lag B’Omer holiday on Sunday, May 14th, 2017.

The event hosted live entertainment direct from Israel, including the popular singer Chen Aharoni and the famous kids artist/super star Naama. There were dozens of interactive activities for adults and children alike.

Local vendors and booths featuring local non-profits lined the rows. One example is Families of Lone Soldiers, an incredible organization who supports families who send their kids to serve in the IDF. Also available were bounce houses sponsored

by Camp Silver Gan Israel, folk dancing and Zumba, kosher Israeli food and much more.

This special event was the result of months of preparation and countless hours of careful planning by the OC Israeli and The Hebrew Academy team, led by Nelli Greenspan (Director of Admissions),

Rabbi Newman (Head of School) and Roei Leon (Security Director).

Nelli commented, “This is not just an ordinary event, this event has a more personal meaning. Israel is important to us and we need to show the strength and unity of Israelis and the American Jews.”

This event provided an authentic Israeli experience

for people who grew up in the United States and have never been to Israel. This was a chance to connect to the Israeli Community and learn more about its culture, uniqueness of its people, and the global importance of Israel.

The event concluded with marching at the Unity Parade where the children advanced forward while singing “Am Yisrael Chai.”

The Lag B’Omer March, led

by Rabbi Engel, provided participants a goody bag and a raffle ticket to win a hoverboard, while sharing information about the Lag B’Omer tradition.

Due to the tremendous success of this year’s event, the planning groups are already arranging for a grand celebration for next year’s festivities, with an even more grandiose format.

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TRIBUTES & ANNOUNCEMENTS

TRIBUTES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15

AJCC GENERAL FUND IN HONOR OF • Vida de Vera Carolyn Carrington

• Nicole Malina

Steven Jacobson Robert & Fran Malina

IN MEMORY OF • Greg Feldman to Jean Feldman & Family Barbara Alpert

• George Freshman Inga Freshman

• Patricia Glow Natalie Swit

• Paul Hartstein to Dorothy Hartstein & Family Barbara Alpert • Lynda Heidelberger to Lauren Friedman Beloved Mother

Barbara Alpert

• Gerald Horwitz to Sandy Horwitz & Family Barbara Alpert

• Clarence & Rita Lewis Beloved Parents

Arla Lewis

• Doris Littenberg to Laurie Slama

Escondido City Employees Association Veronica Long

• Shirley Loeb to The Loeb Family Barbara Alpert

• Fran Paletz to Mark Paletz Beloved Mother

Susan Paletz

• Eugene Ross to Shirley Ross Beloved Husband Barbara Alpert

• Charles Samuel to Dorothy Samuel Barbara Alpert • Herbert Samuels to Laurie Raykoff & Family Barbara Alpert

• Mort Stuhlbarg to Susan Stuhlbarg & Family Barbara Alpert Jeri & David Goldstein Linda & Gene Lassers

• Arlene Solomon to Debra Felsenthal Beloved Mother

Barbara Alpert

• Eugene Temkin to Romola Temkin & Family Barbara Alpert

• Norman Pokras to Sheila Pokras & Family Barbara Alpert

MAZEL TOV ON NEW BIRTHS • Yehudis Geisinsky & Family Mazel Tov on a great addition to your family

Barbara Alpert

REFUAH SHLEMAH • David Feldman

IN MEMORY OF • Art Delao to Norma Stein Beloved Father

Binnie & Jack Berro Joyce & Mike Greenspan

• Jerry Horwitz

Barbara Alpert

Wendy & Alan Puzarne Myrna & Len Simon Ava & Howard Weiss

Barbara Alpert

Wendy & Alan Puzarne

• Joyce Feldman

• Laura Orloff

MICHAEL SEGAL MAIMONIDES FUND IN HONOR OF • Don Kaiser Special Birthday Jesse Butler

IN MEMORY OF • Greg Feldman to Jean Feldman & Family Jessie Butler

• Paul Hartstein to Dorothy Hartstein & Family Jessie Butler • Mort Stuhlbarg to Susan Stuhlbarg & Family Jessie Butler • Eugene Temkin to Romola Temkin & Family

• Mort Stuhlbarg to Susan Stuhlbarg & Family

Childnet Youth & Family Service Georgianna & Allan Kolsky Carol & Fred Lerner Wendy & Alan Puzarne Myrna & Len Simon Donna Siegel & Bart Weinberg

• Eugene Temkin

Richard Bermack & Nancy Van Zwalenburg Mimi Feldman

Rolf & Susan Koneker The Lowell-Temkin Family Myrna & Len Simon

• Richard Wigod

Myrna & Len Simon

MARCIE BALAN BLAKEY FUND IN MEMORY OF • Paul Hartstein Renee Simon

• Marc Sloan

Sandy Horwitz

• Mort Stuhlbarg Sandy Horwitz

• Eugene Temkin Sandy Horwitz Renee Simon

ARNOLD & LAURA ORLOFF SELFSUFFICIENCY FUND

IN MEMORY OF • Laura Orloff

Lois & Herb Abrams Ruth Bass & Family Joyce & Hank Feldman Sharon Roseman & Paul Palevsky Binnie & Jack Berro Susan & Scott Corwin The Dobrofsky Family Jean Feldman Lynn & Jack Grindstaff Sharon & John Hays Joyce Palbaum Lucille Rock Nancy & Mark Speizer Barbara & Richard Warren Elaine Warren & Family Barbara Wolfe

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Beloved Husband

Jessie Butler

• Katherine Wexler to Tobi Inlender & Marna Padowitz Jessie Butler

PAULA BLUM SENIOR ADULT FUND IN MEMORY OF • Mort Stuhlbarg to Susan Stuhlbarg & Family Paula & Larry Blum 2017 ABOVE & BEYOND HONORS IN CELEBRATION OF ABOVE & BEYOND HONOR • Jay Alhadeff Temple Israel Susan & Robert Schrader

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JFCS GENERAL FUND IN HONOR OF • Beverly August Happy Birthday

We Mourn The Loss Of....

Margo & Mark Hoffer

• Sylvia Hartman

Myrna & Len Simon

Ernest Adelson

Visions Recognition

Sophie Bernice Lager

• Nancy Schneider

Ronni & Bob Kaplan

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Evelyn Glick James Welch

Please contact chronicle@jewishlongbeach.org if you know of someone who has passed and would like them to recognized.

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TEMPLE BETH SHALOM OF LONG BEACH Sunday, June 11th

Friday, June 16th

65th Sisterhood Donor Luncheon

Summer Shabbat Under the Stars

Honoring Mrs. Seena Friedland, who will be attending her 65th Sisterhood Donor Luncheon!

Pre-Oneg at 6:00 pm Early Outdoor Evening Service at 6:30 pm Dairy "Picnic" Dinner on the Patio at 7:30 pm

Starts at 11:30 am

This event is by RSVP only!

Please contact Shelley Carl by June 5 to make a reservation at shelleyocarl@gmail.com or call 562.881.0964

Old Ranch Country Club:

3901 Lampson Ave., Seal Beach, CA 90740

Sunday, June 25th

Sisterhood Rosh Chodesh Social Meet at TBS at 10:00 am

The ladies of TBS invite you to join them for their Sisterhood Rosh Chodesh social.

Everyone is invited to bring a Dairy picnic style dinner!

Join us on the Patio for our Pre-Oneg sponsored by the TBS Sisterhood, followed by an outdoor early evening service & a fun, family-friendly "picnic" dinner following the service.

We will be walking over to Los Cerritos Park and the neighboring wetlands followed by a picnic-style lunch afterwards. *Please bring your own picnic lunch.

For more information, please contact: Mayra Valle , Sisterhood President valle90071@gmail.com

Thursday, June 1 Join us for Morning Shavuot Services @ 10:00 am Yizkor @ 11:30am

CLASSES WITH THE RABBI...

To register for classes, please contact Rabbi David Cantor at rabbi@tbslb.org.

Please see Adult Education on our website for information and Topic schedule.

TEACH YOURSELF TO READ HEBREW: Thursdays @ 6:45 pm beginning June 8th.

This is a ten week course designed with a fun, new lesson every week!

GUIDE TO JEWISH PRACTICES: Thursdays @ 7:15pm, beginning june 8.

(Introduction to Judaism & Conversion class) that runs June - Dec.

SYNAGOGUE SKILLS: Thursdays @ 6:45pm beginning August 17.

This is a 5 week class with a different topic each week.

* PRAYERBOOK HEBREW: Thursdays @ 6:30pm beginning October 19. This weekly class continues into the new year.

Join us for Weekly Services: Morning Minyan: THURSDAYS @ 8:00 am Shabbat Services: FRIDAYS @ 7:45 pm & SATURDAYS @ 10:00 am *Every third Friday is our student-led Family Shabbat, join the fun! Please see website.

Temple Beth Shalom 3635 Elm Avenue Long Beach, CA 90807 Tel: (562) 426-6413 Web: www.TBSLB.org

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TEMPLE ISRAEL LONG BEACH invites you to

Join Our Temple Family “We strive for Temple Israel to be like Abraham’s tent, open on all sides, welcoming to all. In keeping with that philosophy, everyone who wishes to be a supporting member of our community, is welcome, regardless of their ability to pay.”

Temple Israel Board of Directors

YOU DETERMINE THE TEMPLE COMMUNITY COMMITMENT THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOUR FAMILY!

How you can benefit from becoming involved in our Temple Community Experience what it is to be part of a multi-generational family Discover what it is to participate in a vibrant center for life-long Jewish learning Teach your children the importance of community, Jewish culture, and spirituality

WE ARE A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE REFORM CONGREGATION INSPIRING JEWISH LIFE IN LONG BEACH FOR OVER 90 YEARS!

The Mikveh Monologues Sunday, June 11 at 2:00 p.m.

A play based on interviews with men, women and children who marked a personal life transition by immersing in a mikveh.

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sephardic culTural evenT

Friday, June 30 at 7:00 p.m.

A Jazz-Infused Musical Shabbat Service with Kendra Cogert and The Shabbatones

Sunday, August 20

Vengas en Buen Hora Come and Enjoy!

A journey in Sephardic History, Cuisine and Music featuring

You won’t want to miss this unique production!

Professor Arthur Benveniste and World Renowned Cantor Alberto Mizrahi

T E M P L E I S R A E L • 2 6 9 LO M A AV E N U E • LO N G B E AC H , C A 9 0 8 0 3 • 5 6 2 . 4 3 4 . 0 9 9 6 • W W W. T I L B. O R G

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