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Federation Impact Around the World Deborah K. Goldfarb
Chief Executive Officer, Jewish Federation Jewish Community Foundation
This month, we will pause as a Jewish Community to reflect upon the birth of our world. At the same time, while there are many global insecurity issues going on in the world, that may impact the Jewish Community, I believe it is a good time for us to think about the role of Federation. From anti-Semitism and anti-Israel activities on college campuses, to war in the Ukraine, to fears about Iran, to aiding and gathering Jews at risk from around the globe, the Federation system plays a critical role.
War in Ukraine For the first time since World War II, we are caring for Jewish refugees in Europe. Because of the terrible conditions today in Ukraine, our brothers and sisters who are caught up in this crisis have nowhere else to turn to for help. Our national Federation system has committed to raising $2.5 million to ensure that our overseas partners, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and JAFI, are able to continue their life-saving work. There are thousands of internally displaced Jewish refugees now living in various parts of Ukraine and Russia, about
ensuring that the Jewish Community is represented in these discussions. We are concerned with the danger that Iran’s nuclear program poses to the United States, Israel and the global community. It is critical, regardless of your views on the JCPOA, that we stay focused on the ultimate goal: preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. We urge our Jewish Community members to contact their representatives and make their views known on this highly critical issue. As we rejoice in our place as Jews in the world on Rosh Hashanah, we each have a responsibility to advocate on behalf of our fellow
JFNA Israel Action Network The Israel Action Network (IAN) is a strategic initiative of The Jewish Federations of North America, of which our local Greater Long Beach Federation is a member, created to counter assaults made on Israel’s legitimacy. Israel today faces an intensive and increasingly sophisticated assault on its right to exist as a sovereign democratic Jewish state. The IAN was created to educate, organize and mobilize the organized North American Jewish community to develop strategic approaches to countering these assaults and develop innovative efforts to change the conversation about Israel and achieving peace and security for two states for two peoples. IAN’s work is grounded in building strong relationships with people of faith, human rights advocates, political and civic leaders, and friends and neighbors in our communities. Here in Long Beach, our Federation’s Israel Advocacy Committee is actively working to develop strategies to address these issues as well. Aliyah of Ethiopian Falas Mura In August of 2013, Federation’s overseas partner, the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) officially announced the end of its decades-long campaign to bring Jewish Ethiopians to Israel. During the coming weeks, the Israeli Government is likely to make a decision to restart mass Aliyah (immigration) from Ethiopia in response to protests from Israeli’s of Ethiopian descent. As this happens, the programs that Federation funds in Israel to support Ethiopian immigrants, will become even more important, including youth villages, early childhood education, college scholarship assistance, and outreach to at-risk teens. The new immigrants who come, including those who were previously eligible who did not come, and up to 6,000 falas mura (descendants of Jews who were forced to convert to Christianity), will need extensive help in order to integrate into Israeli society.
2,500 of whom are living in temporary shelters. To make a donation directly to this important effort, please contact Danny Levy, Development Director at the Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach. The Iranian Threat We enter this New Year with the U.S. Congress preparing to vote on a controversial nuclear agreement with Iran, a country with a history of human rights violations, support for terrorism, plus aggressive actions towards Israel, other neighboring countries, and the U.S. We urge Congress to give this accord its utmost scrutiny. The 60-day review period opens a critical window to examine the agreement and ensure that it has the rigorous inspection and compliance components that are necessary. Our national system is working behind the scenes on
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Jews, worldwide. Please join me in supporting these efforts locally, nationally and internationally, by giving generously to the Federation Annual Community Campaign over the coming year. Thank you all for your efforts. L’Shanah Tovah.
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Women’s Philanthropy: A Place for All Women By Sharon Kenigsberg, Director of Endowments & Community Development
Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation’s Annual Community Campaign is a place for women’s leadership, empowerment and philanthropy. It is a place where women come together as a community because we share a vision of tikkun olam (repairing the world), tzedakah (justice), rachamim (compassion) and chesed (loving kindness). The Women’s Philanthropy Cabinet will meet monthly to plan events, social action projects, and educational programs for all women. “The theme for Women’s Philanthropy this year will be engagement”, states Leslie Kern, Women’s Philanthropy Chair. Leslie continues, “Our goals will focus on the many ways women can utilize their time, talents and treasures for the benefit of the Jewish Community- locally and around the world. Beyond contributing to the Annual Community Campaign, we will be providing educational and social programs to engage Jewish women while also supporting our local Jewish agencies. For example, we will be forming a team to support the JFCS Race with a View in May and we will have some dinner programs prior to the CSULB Jewish Studies Lecture Series that takes place at the Federation Weinberg Campus”. VISIONS The signature event of Women’s Philanthropy is the annual Arlene Solomon VISIONS dinner; this year is the 20th anniversary of VISIONS which will be on March 31, 2016. This event, chaired by Gail Levy and Sherri Selmanson, brings together women from all over the community to celebrate the power we have as women to support the Federations Annual Community Campaign and care
for the vulnerable and rescue those in need. Each Jewish organization in our community nominates a “Woman of Vision” who is honored at the event. Heart to Heart Women’s Mission to Israel in February Nationally, Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) Women’s Philanthropy brings women all over the world together for conferences, women’s missions to Israel and opportunities to share and learn from each other. This year’s Heart-to Heart Women’s Mission to Israel will be from February 7-11, 2016 with opportunities to extend. Joyce Feldman and Arlene Freeman will be chairing this. An informational meeting on this unique trip is happening on October 14, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. Sukkot Program for Lions of Judah and Pomegranates The Lions of Judah and Pomegranate Societies are two Federation Annual Community Campaign giving societys we have to connect with each other. The first event for Lions and Pomegranates will be a Sukkot dinner at a private home on September 30. Women’s Philanthropy chair Leslie Kern remarks, “I am really excited about our plans for the year. Whether you participate in a social action project, participate in VISIONS, or become part of the Lions of Judah or Pomegranate societies, Women’s Philanthropy is a great way for women of our community to band together, make friends and make a difference”. Contact Sharon Kenigsberg at (562) 426-7601 ext. 1008 or e-mail sharonk@ jewishlongbeach.org
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Foundation Grants Help Strengthen Our Local Jewish Community By Sharon Kenigsberg, Director of Endowments & Community Development
Jewish Community Foundation 2015 Grant Awards Alpert JCC - “Light Up Shabbat” Program This newly designed program serves as an outreach campaign to Jewish and Interfaith families, who may not yet be affiliated with a Temple to participate in a wonderful Shabbat experience. By creating a warm and welcoming environment with a “great Jewish and Shabbat flare”, Local Synagogues and community professionals will be invited to participate. Chabad of Los Alamitos - Hebrew High-UC accredited Hebrew Language Course Rabbi Marcus’s unique after-school Hebrew program for High School students attracts teens from 16 different high schools. Through a fun and engaging “hands-on” program, the students have gone on to become Jewish leaders on their college campuses and beyond. A component of the Hebrew High program includes the opportunity for students to receive college-level language credit for their Hebrew study. This grant will help hire qualified teachers.
Shabbat programming for families, a Hebrew Language program for high school students, Israel Advocacy programs, Shabbat and holiday meals for seniors, special needs education at Torah school, and strengthening Jewish identity through hands-on Jewish Holiday Factory programs are among the range of projects receiving grants this year from the Jewish Community Foundation Unrestricted Fund (see sidebar). The role of the Foundation is to assist individuals, organizations, and various Jewish agencies in fulfilling their missions today, and for the future. The Foundation accomplishes this goal through the development and management of permanent endowment funds, lifetime gifts, bequests in wills and trusts, charitable gift annuities, donor advised funds, family funds, and donations of other appreciated assets. In addition to providing tax benefits to the donors, community member participation in the Foundation provides income to the Jewish Community
Foundation Unrestricted Fund which is available for grants. Grant applications are sent to all local Jewish agencies and organizations. The requests are reviewed by the Foundation Grants Committee and their recommendations are then approved by the Foundation Board. The goal is to strengthen our Jewish Community by providing funds for projects that: meet emergency situations; establish innovative or experimental new programs; assure provision of quality Jewish education; enhance the provision of health and social services; recruit and train volunteer and professional leadership; and establish programs which maintain and strengthen Jewish identity, commitment and continuity. “The Foundation Grants Committee is pleased to be able to give some funds to each agency/organization that applied,” said Sherri Selmanson, incoming chair of the Foundation Grants Committee. “If all of us participate in the Foundation, our funds will grow and more money will be available for
community grants. I invite everyone to learn how easy it is to open a Donor Advised Fund or leave a bequest in your will or trust so that we can continue to strengthen our entire community.” For over 40 years the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Long Beach and West Orange County has been partnering with donors and community organizations to help them meet their individual philanthropic goals, while ensuring the future of the vibrant network of programs and services provided by our communal agencies. The Foundation currently holds $18 million of assets. We offer professional investment management, a variety of Endowment Fund options, a Donor Advised Philanthropic Fund program, and pride ourselves on the ability to help each individual donor leave a personal legacy. For more information or to speak with a Foundation staff member, please call 562-426-7601
JFC - Community Israel Advocacy The Jewish Federation recently convened, on behalf of the community, an Israel Advocacy committee. The group is made up of representatives from local agencies and synagogues. After several meetings, the consensus was that education about Israel is crucial for our community to understand and advocate for Israel. This grant provided by the Foundation will help the Israel Advocacy committtee develop community wide programs for teens to provide them with information and skills they need before heading off to college campuses, as well as provides films, workshops, and speakers to engage the adults in our community around Israel. Hebrew Academy - Jewish Holiday “Factory” Programs The Hebrew Academy has for several years offered the hands-on workshops that provide positive educational experiences surrounding Jewish holidays and traditions. Their unique Shofar Factory, Matzah Bakery, Candle Dipping, and Olive Press Factories are made available to all at local synagogues and agencies and some are also held at the Hebrew Academy. This grant will allow Hebrew Academy to expand the number of factories and offer them for free or at a reduced rate, thereby allowing more Jewish children the opportunity to share in positive Jewish experiences. and strengthening their Jewish identitites. JFCS - Shabbat & Holiday Meals for Seniors Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) will receive a grant to provide four Shabbat dinners or holiday meals to Jewish seniors who are living in an assisted living facility, or other group setting, or living in individual homes without family in the area. This program grew out of a request to provide a Passover Seder for residents at a local assisted living facility. The objective of the program will be to provide Jewish seniors an opportunity to engage in religious and cultural traditions while socializing with other seniors and volunteers. Temple Israel - Special Needs Education at Torah Center Last year, Temple Israel received a grant from the Jewish Community Foundation, as well as a matching grant from the Abraham Perlman Foundation to fund a credentialed special education teacher, who worked to serve the needs of students with special needs, their parents and religious school teachers during religious school hours and beyond. With funding from our Foundation they will be able to fund this position for a second year.
ext. 1008. Helping to assist individuals, organizations, and various Jewish agencies in fulfilling their missions today, and for the future.
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RABBINIC REFLECTIONS Learning and Living Through Adversity By Rabbi Nancy Myers
We were camping in the Canadian Algonquin Park in July. The wind Rabbi Nancy was blowing Myers and the rain continued to fall for many hours. We were only two hours into paddling through Smoke Lake and my family and I were shivering. We didn’t come prepared. We were wearing shorts, light t-shirts, and flimsy cheap ponchos that billowed in the wind. When we hit land, everyone had to put as much as possible on to their backs along with the canoes and portage to the next lake area. My twelve year old son in the middle of an uphill climb, threw off his pack, poncho, and stood trembling with eyes wide in shock as the mosquitos swarmed his face. As he hyper ventilated, we tried to get him to slow his breaths. We all went back into our canoes as the rain continued to spray
our faces. A few minutes later, I could hear him laughing with his sister. After three more hours, we were finally at our camp site, setting up tents and changing into dry clothes. It was hard for me to see my son in such a state. I was very cold throughout the day but seeing my son like that was upsetting because there wasn’t much I could do. I could only tell him to calm down and continue to paddle so we could get to our site quicker. My brother though offered some perspective. He said, “Shane will know from this that he can get through a tough time. He knows that he made it through this day and when he encounters another difficult time, he will know that he can persevere.” I found this message comforting. I try to minimize hardships for myself and my family but sometimes, I can’t control events. There will be losses, disappointments, and times of great sadness. But perhaps enduring challenges
can equip us to deal with future hardships. There is a power in knowing that we can face painful events and that there can still be life. Even at times of loss, there can be hope that laughter will be heard again and that happiness still a possibility. Harold Kushner in his book “When Bad Things Happen to Good People”, writes: “Bad things that happen to us in our lives do not have a meaning when they happen to us. They do not happen for any good reason which would cause us to accept them willingly. But we can give them meaning. We can redeem these tragedies from senselessness by imposing a meaning on them. The question we should be asking is not “Why did this happen to me? What did I do to deserve this?” That is really an unanswerable, pointless question. A better question would be “Now that this has happened to me, what am I going to do about it?” Kusnher’s words are as true for minor challenges as
well as for painful times of loss. Given circumstances that are beyond our control, what are we going to do about it? How are we going to continue on? How are we going to appreciate the blessings that we still have in life? How can we survive today and how will we live tomorrow? I was proud that my son could continue despite the cold, wind, exhaustion, and insects. I hope he will know that he is stronger than he thinks, and will know how to continue to paddle through the tough currents of life. Shanah Tovah TikateivuMay we all be inscribed for another year of life. Rabbi Nancy Myers is the Rabbi of Temple Beth David in Westminster, CA. She received her Masters of Hebrew Letters at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, and was ordained as a rabbi in New York City in 1997. Rabbi Myers currently resides in Orange County with her husband Paul Prunty and two children Gabriel (Gabri) and Shane.
Area Synagogue Upcoming Events
Please contact the synagogue directly with any questions using the directory and see our Community Calendar at www.jewishlongbeach.org for more community event listings. TEMPLE BETH DAVID Saturday, 9/5, 8:30pm: Dessert and Discussion. 10:30pm: Service. Selichot Program: Man’s Search for Meaning. Striving for meaning throughout the year, especially during the High Holy Days, Rabbi Myers will lead a discussion on Viktor Frankl’s book, followed by a candle-lit Selichot service. Saturday, 9/12, 10:30am: Tot Shabbat: Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Worship and holiday experience for preschoolers followed by lovely oneg (reception). Tuesday, 9/15, 10:00am: Second Day Rosh Hashanah at Huntington Beach Pier. Come join Temple Beth David and Congregation Bnai Tzedek for our second day RH service facing the
Synagogue Directory 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 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 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
ocean. All are welcome! Sunday, 9/27, 6:00pm: Dinner. 7:00pm: Service. Sukkot Celebration. Come to the most originally designed sukkah in Orange County. Bring your own dinner, and we’ll provide drinks and dessert. Stay for our Sukkot service.
TEMPLE ISRAEL Monday, 9/14, 10:00am: Annual Family Rosh HaShanah Adventure in the Park. Come celebrate the New Year with us at our family-friendly Rosh HaShanah Service led by Sharon Amster Brown at Willow Grove
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Picnic Site in El Dorado Park. Free face painting, games, crafts, apples & honey, and much more! Open to the community. Adults are $12. Children 12 and under are FREE.
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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3801 E. WILLOW STREET LONG BEACH, CA 90815 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Phone: (562) 426-7601 www.alpertjcc.org
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High Holiday Events at the J . . . . . . . . . . 2a Senior Adult Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a Youth Water Polo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a
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Kids’ U - AJCC After-School Program . . 4a AJCC Annual Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4a Youth Basketball League . . . . . . . . . . . . 4a
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Message from the Executive Director On behalf of everyone on the entire team here at the Alpert Jewish Community Center, I'd like to wish you a happy, healthy, and peaceful New Year! With the close of our very busy summer, I am equally excited about the coming new Jewish year. There is so much happening here at the Alpert JCC to celebrate the holidays, as well as a new school year. Please have a look at all the great programs we have for you in these pages of Around the J, and of course, keep checking the website and your weekly emails for the latest updates. Please remember that the Alpert JCC will be closing at 6pm on Sunday, September 13, and will remain closed on Monday, September 14, in observance of Rosh Hashanah. We will also close at 6pm on Tuesday, September 22, and remain closed on Wednesday, September 23, in observance of Yom Kippur. I would love to have you attend our Annual Meeting on September 27 at 10am. We’ll welcome our 2015-2016 Board Members and recognize our outstanding volunteers, center supporters and long-term employees. You’ll also enjoy a fabulous brunch generously donated by Katella Deli. We look forward to seeing you there! RSVP to Sandra Oliva at (562) 426-7601, ext. 1414. In reflecting upon the High Holidays and the importance of having a Jewish Center in our community, two phrases sum up what I believe our Jewish Community Center is all about: Im Tirtzu Ein Zo Agadah, “if you will it, it is no dream,” and Ani Ve'ata Neshaneh Et Ha'olam, “you and I will change the world.” We have to dare to dream, to dream of what we can become, of what impact we can have on a person’s life and an entire community, of how we can do things differently and better, of how we can continue to grow. We would not be the J that we are without those dreams and without, then, coming together to making those dreams a reality. What we do here each and every day could not be possible without our incredible members, our caring and hardworking staff, our passionate and dedicated board members, our valuable community partners, and our generous donors and supporters. It is because of all of you, and all of our dreamers, that we have become, and will always strive to be, Your Center For Life!
L’Shalom
Jeffrey Rips
AJCC Executive Director
AJCC Poker Club
Tuesday, September 29, 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.
Zena & Pauline Gatov Gallery September 1-October 16
Ruhama Cohen and Fran Drosman will display their beautiful ceramics and mosaics.
GESHERCITY YOUNG ADULTS
Sponsored by the Alpert JCC and Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach
Susanne Katz, skatz@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1625
GesherCity Shabbat
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Experience Shabbat with great music, food and friends.
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, September 4, 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. 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.
Sr. Adult Lunch & Film: Above and Beyond
Discussion led by Rabbi David Cantor, Temple Beth Shalom
Wed, September 9, 12pm
What’s Next for Israel?
Film screening following our kosher hot dog lunch. $6; $5/MVP
Ari Shavit in Conversation
Tuesday, October 27, 7pm
Rosh Hashanah Senior Luncheon
Following Israel’s recent elections, 92Y and Ari Shavit bring together leading thinkers representing a spectrum of views.
Wed, September 16, 12pm
Please join us for a wonderful traditional meal for a Sweet New Year! Free The lunch is underwritten by the Teddy & Sam Roska Fund
The Doctor is In: Dr. Ruth with Dr. Annette Insdorf
RSVP to DR. Susan Mathieu (562) 426-7601, ext. 1721 • mathieu@alpertjcc.org
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. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Temecula Olive Oil Ranch Tour Sunday, October 4, 9:30am-3:30pm
Tour includes transportation and lunch. Hurry, seats are limited and our trips fill up fast. $40 RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu, smathieu@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1721
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
Ongoing Alpert JCC Senior Activities
Knit Wits: Mon, 1-3pm • Senior Lunch: Wed, 12-2pm Bridge Lessons: Wed, 1:30pm • Mah Jongg: Thurs, 11:30-3pm
AQUATICS Ignacio Berumen, iberumen@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1020
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Lectures are FREE to organization members listed above; $10/Public
WELLNESS & FITNESS Cindi Massengale, cmassengale@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1056
Happiness, Joy, and Contentment Meditation Series
Water Polo Class
Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm • Sept. 2, 9, 16, 30 Learn tools and techniques to:
Ages 5 -8: Sunday, 4-4:30pm Ages 8-10: Sunday, 4:30-5:15pm Learn the basics of ball handling and shooting while improving swim skills. $90; $70/MVP, Monthly
•Bring your inner peace and joy forward •Gain deeper control of your mind and mood •Reduce stress and worry
Please bring a notebook or journal.
Limited space available for registration. Sign up now at the P.E. Courtesy Desk.
This series will include lecture, demonstration, and interactive weekly assignments with much focus on the heart center and self-observation. $75; $60/MVP
Group Swim Lessons Tiny Tots: Ages 3-5
Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs: 9-9:30am / 10-10:30am / 1:30-2pm / 2:30-3pm
Register at the Member Relations Courtesy Desk.
Beginner: Ages 4-6
Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs: 9:30-10am / 2-2:30pm / 3-3:30pm
Wake Up With AJCC Morning Fitness Classes
Adv. Beginner: Ages 5-8
Get your workouts in early, and then have the rest of the day to play. The below early-morning fitness classes are Free to AJCC members.
Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs: 10-10:30am / 3:30-4pm
FitFast: Monday & Wednesday, 6am
Year-Round Youth Swim Team with Rafe Montes
Burn fat, gain strength, be done in time to start your day’s adventures.
BodyBlitz: Monday & Wednesday, 6:30am
Ages 6-14
Mon-Thurs, 5-6:30pm • Fri, 4:30-5:30pm
This is a competitive swim team, so all participants must try out and be able to swim 25 yards with all four swim strokes.
Prep Swim Team with Rafe Montes: Ages 5-12 Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30-5:15pm
The goal of this program is to get kids ready for a swim team, water polo, or Junior Lifeguard program.
Masters Swim with Coach Rafe Montes: Ages 14+ Monday & Wednesday, 6:30-7:30pm • Saturday, 9-10am
Maximize your workout with 30 minutes strength, core, and flexibility for a very efficient and total-body workout.
Pump and Pedal: Tuesday & Thursday, 6am
This workout combines 20-30 minutes of indoor cycling to improve your cardiovascular fitness level with 20-30 minutes of strength training exercises to increase muscle tone and strength.
Straight Up Spin: Friday, 6am
An indoor cycling workout riding to the rhythm of powerful music. Join Jenn, your inspiring instructor, who will lead you through hills, flats, mountain peaks, time trials, and interval training.
The Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center
Morning Fitness Classes are FREE for AJCC Members
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ANNUAL MEETING SUN, SEPTEMBER 27, 10am
Early Childhood Education Alayna Cosores, acosores@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1091
You are invited to attend our Annual Meeting to welcome our 2015-2016 Board Members, recognize our outstanding volunteers, center supporters, long-term employees, and enjoy a fabulous brunch generously donated by Katella Deli. RSVP to (562) 426-7601 ext. 1414.
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 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
SPOrTS & rECrEATiON PE Courtesy Desk (562) 426-7601, ext. 1051
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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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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Kids & Adults Martial Arts with Sensei Mac
Parent & Me • Pee Wee • Youth Martial Arts Youth Sparring • Mixed Martial Arts • Jiu Jitsu Self-Defense • Private Lessons NEW CLASS: Wrestling Bootcamp & Boxing For more info, contact the Courtesy Desk (562) 426-7601, ext. 1051
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JFCS Call Today! We’re Here to Help! 3801 E. WILLOW STREET, LONG BEACH, CA 90815 WEB: www.jfcslongbeach.org EMAIL: jfcs@jfcslongbeach.org PHONE: 562-427-7916
Last Year’s RUNWAY New York Experience Winner Tells All! TICKETS NOW By Nancy Linden ON SALE What a fabulous weekend Jim and I had the most beauty of a large painting created from beginning we had in the Big Apple! And it’s all because I bought a raffle ticket at RUNWAY: The Beauty of Helping Others last September to support Jewish Family and Children’s Service, an agency which is very near and dear to my heart. Thanks to the generosity of my favorite airline, JetBlue, the glamorous W Hotel on 49th and Lexington, and, of course, the time and talent of David Carey, President of Hearst Magazines, who happens to also be a Long Beach native that graduated from our very own Millikan High School and was very much involved in B’nai B’rith Youth Organization (BBYO) during his youth,
wonderful trip to New York. We began our journey with a perfect flight out of our new, modern Long Beach airport and arrived at the beautiful W Hotel—who could ask for anything more? After dining at some terrific New York restaurants, seeing two outstanding plays, and visiting with friends and family in New York, the “piece de resistance” was our tour of the Hearst Tower in midtown Manhattan. The building is magnificent, and its history and architecture were explained to us in great detail. It is a strictly “eco-friendly” building, from the outside to every single detail of each floor inside the building. I commented on the
hanging in the lobby and was told it was all created with mud—no paint was used. David Carey, brother of RUNWAY Committee member Judy Carey-Fisher, arranged all of our tours, including our lunch and the personal meetings within the Hearst Magazines building. I want to especially give a huge thank you to David Carey for his generosity and creativity in making this “once-in-a-lifetime” experience available and for continuing to support his hometown community and ultimately, those in need. The most fun part of the tour for me was the detailed explanation of how issues of Harper’s Bazaar are
to end. We saw their “prep boards” which gave everyone who works on a piece of the magazine the feel for the upcoming magazine issue’s layout. And then….we walked into the Closet! It was awesome! The shoes alone made my heart skip a beat! If only they gave away samples?! But our gracious hosts would not let us leave empty handed. We were given goodie bags that were above and beyond, including beautiful books, make-up, cologne and much more. This was truly a trip of a lifetime and in the future I will ALWAYS buy a raffle ticket at RUNWAY to support JFCS!
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
Excitement is Growing for RUNWAY In just a few days, RUNWAY: Perspectives 2015 is set to unfold on September 10th in the Amy and Richard Lipeles Auditorium of the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus, and judging from all of the buzz in the community, this is an event not to be missed. The evening will begin with a reception featuring TGIS Catering’s gourmet nibbles and beverages, including a signature cocktail, followed by a program that features segments on fashion, beauty, and wellness in a television talkshow format. Long Beach resident Bonnie McCarthy, a nationally-recognized design enthusiast, writer and photographer, will serve as the talk show host for the evening. A former fashion editor for Teen Magazine and California Apparel News, as well as
being a contributor to the Los Angeles Times fashion coverage, she has worked in Los Angeles, New York and Tokyo and has also been a style anthropologist. ”We are so lucky to have someone of Bonnie’s caliber and experience to serve as our host,” remarked Wendy Manasse, Chief Event Visionary. Along with her husband David Wiese, they have both underwritten the expenses of the fundraiser. The program segments are sure to delight and inspire attendees. Jennifer Cohen, a leading fitness authority, TV personality, and author of the best-selling “Strong is the New Skinny”, will share her views on health and fitness. Jennifer and Bonnie will discuss the dichotomy of fashion presented on super thin, waif-like women and the reality that “90% of us will never, can never, no
matter what we do, achieve that.” Her take is that “more women are after something else: health--and sleek toned muscles”. This segment will redefine the perfect body for today’s woman. Long Beach resident Kim VanNatta, a long-time retail guru including many years as store manager of Bloomingdale’s Fashion Island, will discuss “Fashion & Retail” with Bonnie. They will dish the inside scoop on the inner workings of a department store, fashion’s path from the magazines to the selling floor, how discounts are determined and the effect of internet sales on a store’s profitability during their discussion. Our longtime fashion designer and the Chief Visionary of RUNWAY, Wendy Manasse, will lead a segment featuring professional models who
will take “The 10 MustHaves for Your Wardrobe” and by adding today’s trending accessories, make them work for you and your life style. The clothing will be provided by Macy’s Los Cerritos Center. JFCS Executive Director Kathryn Miles will chat with Bonnie about the mission of JFCS and the positive impact of the agency on the Long Beach community and 22 surrounding cities as it provides professional, affordable counseling and support for all who need help, regardless of religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or disability. “We are so grateful for the creative and inspirational generosity of Wendy Manasse and David Wiese, who produce and underwrite the costs of this event. It is not only a major fundraiser for JFCS;
more so, it’s a fresh, new happening on a favorite topic for women, and one that our community has been looking forward to since last year,” said JFCS Executive Director Kathyrn Miles. Tickets are $40 per person in advance, $60 at the door, and are available for sale on the event website at jfcsrunway.com, or by phone at (562) 427-7916. A limited number of VIP tickets will also be available for $75, and these tickets include a swag bag and reserved seating. Sponsors for the event are welcomed, and sponsorship levels start at $250. For more information, visit the website at jfcsrunway.com. or contact Pattie Davidson at (562) 427-7916 ext. 235 for more details.
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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
Open Doors for Your Child’s Future - Why the Hebrew Academy? Lots of schools have basic academic programs, but at The Hebrew Academy, we develop our rigorous, yet enriching, curriculum with the whole child in mind. Because of the many exchanges among all learners - students, teachers and parents, our teachers are able to make meaningful connections with their students. We know where your child is excelling, and when we can push them even further toward pursuing their passions. Students gain the ability to write strong, personal statements because their teachers have helped them know themselves as learners and leaders. We know small schools create big opportunities. Because our school is small, our students find that they're able to play a meaningful role in campus, and the wider Jewish community life. A small class size means there's always room to participate in the school enrichment academy, a sports team, or the student council. With an overall student-to-teacher ratio of just 8:1, our faculty members have the chance to build meaningful relationships with every student, guiding each individual to success in the classroom, the community, and higher education admissions.
When we choose your child for admission, we commit to developing and supporting your whole child, including both their classroom success and their emotional well-being. In that sense, The Hebrew Academy education isn't just about academics. We care about your child’s growth, both as a person and a Jew who is finding their way, and learning to adjust to a changing world. We employ a talented staff of teachers and counselors focused on the individual needs of your student. This support is especially important during adolescence, when children are faced with an incredible range of choices, including not just the kinds of people they want to hang out with - but the kind of person they want to be. Our teachers are happy, and they really enjoy teaching your child. With small classes - and a small course load - they have room to focus on building an engaging curriculum, and are involved with their communities as well. As a Jewish Day School, The Hebrew Academy offers unique curricula (such as Project-Based Learning) that offers students the chance to experience their learning hands-on, be it programming in robotics, unlocking a
Rosh Hashanah Preschool
As the Jewish community gets ready to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, Hebrew Academy preschoolers are learning about the symbols and traditions of this
festive occasion. They are on their way to become Academy scholars by performing project based learning. Our little ones are busy making paper shofars, learning about honey, and creating crafts with apples – some of the symbolic elements meant to celebrate a sweet new year. At Hebrew Academy Preschool, we convey these lessons of the High Holy Days
scientific mystery using forensics in science class, writing a poem in Hebrew, or creating museum-ready art for their AP Art portfolios. Experiential learning isn't just more fun for our students; it also enhances learning by increasing understanding and retention of course material all around. The Hebrew Academy is more than a school. It's a fun community. When you enroll your child at The Hebrew Academy, you become part of a family with a similar commitment to the positive growth and development of your Jewish child. Since our first graduating class in 1982, The Hebrew Academy has sent thousands of alumni out into the world. No matter where they go, our alumni continue to play an important role in the school community. The alumni’s presence is important because, for many, the friends, teachers and administrators they met at The Hebrew Academy are like an extended family, and the school itself is like a second home. Each and every Hebrew Academy community member supports our programs, through volunteering their time, talent, expertise and philanthropic spirit. They're committed, as we are, to ensuring the
continued success of the school for future generations. We also want to mention that our campus is breathtaking. At The Hebrew Academy, our green, 11-acre campus is a living extension of the classroom. From our Value Circle to our outdoor soccer, volleyball and basketball courts, and on through our library plaza, there is always a new spot for students to study, collaborate or read. The Hebrew Academy boasts an inspiring location you really need to see to believe. Here’s an opportunity not to be missed... The Hebrew Academy is happy
to announce a special scholarship fund for kindergarten through third grade students. A local philanthropist has provided a targeted gift of helping new families send their child to Hebrew Academy. This generous donor is dedicated to helping every young Jewish scholar receive a high-quality Jewish education at our National Blue Ribbon School. Funds from this scholarship are available to new school enrollment applicants only. Please email Alex, Director of Admissions, at admissions@ hacds.org to apply or for more information.
in developmentally appropriate ways. “For our preschoolers, on Rosh Hashanah, we know that every child loves a birthday – this is the birthday of the world,” says Chanie Perelmuter, awardwinning director for the past 18 years. “We wish each other a Sweet New Year and that is why we dip apples into honey,” she explains. Children know that a birthday means sweet
things to eat and exclamations of celebration, so this is a perfect way to explain the symbolic foods and greetings of the holiday. Another common practice is to eat a pomegranate on Rosh Hashanah, as its abundant seeds symbolize our hope that we will be blessed with abundant merits. The Academy’s Israel orchard contains several pomegranate
trees, making this experience for children even more meaningful and experiential. The children really enjoy walking through our 11 acre campus to get to the fields and handpick their very own pomegranate that they can take home and enjoy with their families. It’s like a fieldtrip without leaving the campus. Our preschoolers study Hebrew and are eager to wish everyone a Shana Tovah!
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HILLEL AT CSULB FOR MORE INFORMATION: WEB: www.beachhillel.org EMAIL: info@beachhillel.org PHONE: 562-426-7601 ext 1424
Shabbat and Jewish Life on Campus Once a week, beginning at sunset, we step back from the world and enjoy each other’s company. Every Friday night, Beach Hillel comes alive with an engaging Shabbat service and a delicious home cooked kosher meal that is free to all students. The connection our students feel to their Jewish identity is fostered by the social aspect of Shabbat, through making friends and meeting other students. In the beginning of the school year, we introduce new students to each other and provide an inclusive community for them to feel a part of. Throughout the year, we witness students’ transformation into confident leaders who are engaged with the Jewish community and have made friends by
attending Shabbat every week. Every Jewish student has a reason for attending Shabbat dinners on Friday nights. Some students go because of their friends, others go for the prayers and spiritual connection they feel when Rabbi Drew delivers his words of wisdom, some go for the strong feeling of community, and others simply because Rachel makes the best dinners ever. According to student Danielle Botvin, “Shabbat dinner connects me with my religion and homeland. It’s honestly just an amazing bonding experience”. Brandon Lacy says that “the people at Beach Hillel have become my second family”. The sense of community that is felt during Shabbat is one of the most
important programs Beach Hillel does that shapes the Jewish college experience of our students. Throughout the year, we host themed Shabbats to raise awareness of social justice, spread Israeli culture, and engage students with varying interests. Jewish students know that at the end of every week, they can come to Shabbat to unwind, reconnect to their Judaism, and spend quality time with friends. Friday night is more than just the end of a hectic workweekat Beach Hillel it is a time to connect. Here is where you come in, Shabbat dinners are always free to students but we aren’t able to provide this amazing experience without your support. One Shabbat dinner, hosting on
Welcome to our New Program Associate
Meet our new Engagement Associate at Beach Hillel, Alicia Ginsberg. Originally from Orange County, Alicia
is excited to join the Beach Hillel family and is passionate about Jewish life on campus. She was most recently at the University of California, Santa Cruz, earning a B.S. in Cognitive Science and a minor in Jewish Studies. Alicia was involved with the programs and Hebrew school at Temple Bat Yahm, Newport Beach, where she also had her Bat Mitzvah. She attended Camp Silver Gan Israel and Camp Hess Kramer. At college she continued to kindle her Judiaism by attending weekly Shabbat dinners at Hillel and
Chabad with Jewish friends, visiting Israel with Birthright and a multiple year internship at her Hillel. Alicia was also involved with pro-Israel groups on campus that helped prevent BDS from passing, was the president of the Jewish-interest sorority Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi, and was one of the founders of the Jewish Student Union. During her free time, she loves to play tennis, go hiking, and experiment in the kitchen. She can’t wait to engage students through programming events and education and looks forward to this coming school year.
average 40-50 students, can be sponsored by you for just $400. You can sponsor a Shabbat dinner in honor or in memory of someone and it will bring an amazing Jewish experience to our Beach Hillel family. Please consider making a donation to Beach Hillel’s weekly Shabbat
program today (and we welcome any of our sponsors to join us in our event) by sending a check to Beach Hillel, 3801 East Willow St, Long Beach CA 90815. All of our students appreciate the generous support of the entire Long Beach Jewish community.
A SHABBAT TO REMEMBER
1 of
Shabbat Dinner
$400 feeds
40 students!
To contribute to our goal of 50 Shabbat dinners, you can either mail a check to Beach Hillel at 3801 E. Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 90815 or online at www.beachhillel.org/support.
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HIGH HOLY DAYS GREETINGS
Wishing You A New Year of Health, Happiness & Peace Marc, Sybil, Rachael, David & Deborah Tamaroff
Renee Simon & Jack Blecher
Jason Charnick & Paige Fingerhut Charnick
Best Wishes For A Happy and Healthy New Year
L’Shanah Tovah Jessie Butler & Family Ruimy’s, Gold’s, Hoffman’s, & Hardy’s
Best Wishes For A Happy and Healthy New Year
Happy New Year
Bea Aron & Family
Myrna & Len Simon
Best Wishes For A Happy and Healthy New Year Larry & Bobbi Gershon & Family
L’Shanah Tovah Bob & Sandy Rips
L’Shanah Tovah Barbara, Keith & Mark Wolfe
Best Wishes For A Happy and Healthy New Year Daryl & Sandy Phillips Jamie & Joshua Holzman Sara, Rich & Max Brown
Happy New Year
L’Shanah Tovah
L’Shanah Tovah David & Sadie Sacks
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Melissa, Archie, Mo & Zoe Kreitenberg
Wishing You A New Year of Health, Happiness & Peace Bobby Kronick, Jann Kronick-Gath & Chance Gath L’Shanah Tovah Jean Feldman
Wishing You A New Year of Health, Happiness & Peace Aaron & Leslie Kern
Wishing you A New Year of Health, Happiness & Peace Ron & Diane Guest & Family
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Wishing You A New Year of Health, Happiness & Peace Rosecarrie & Alan Brooks
Wishing You A New Year of Health, Happiness & Peace Shirley & Gene Ross
L’Shanah Tovah Dodie Robbins & Family
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L’Shanah Tovah
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Tributes
PAULA BLUM Send a special gift to honor, SENIOR ADULT FUND memorialize, or congratulate • To Dan & Debi Felsenthal, friends & family for all occasions. in celebration of their 30th We will send a card on your behalf. wedding anniversary, Debi’s Jewish Federation birthday and for Dan receiving his CPA license, from Susan GENERAL FUND • To Mika Azaren, thinking of Mathieu you & wishing you well, from Linda & Sanford Simmons AJCC tributes: • To Barbara Cohen, in memory 562-426-7601 EXT 1414 of your beloved husband Manley, from the Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff JFCS • To Aaron & Leslie Kern, in GENERAL FUND memory of your beloved father • To Ben Alhadeff, with best & father-in-law Arthur, from: wishes for a speedy recovery, o The Jewish Federation from Myrna & Len Simon Board, Leadership & Staff • To Barbara Alpert, with best o Linda & Sanford Simmons wishes for a speedy recovery, • To Alan Kreida, in memory of from Binnie & Jack Berro your beloved father & father-in- • In honor of Binnie & Jack law Lee, from the Jewish Federation Berro’s 60th anniversary, Board, Leadership & Staff from Myrna and Len Simon • To Linda Calderón, in memory ISRAEL RELIEF FUND of Fernando Calderón, from: o Beverly Brown • To Barbara Cohen & Family, o Robin & Alan Lilieno in memory of your beloved o Myrna & Len Simon Manley, from Harriet Danufsky • To Sandy Candiotty, in Jewish Community memory of Morrie Candiotty, from Myrna & Len Simon Foundation GERDA SEIFER YOM • To Barbara Cohen, in memory of Dr. Manley Cohen, from: HASHOAH FUND o Diane & Ron Guest • To Barbara Alpert, glad o Margery Grey & Mike you are recovering well, from Henderson Gerda & Harold Seifer • To Ken Kaufman & Judy Jewish Federation and Jewish Morton, in memory of Lyla Community Foundation tributes: Kaufman, from Binnie & Jack Berro • To Gordon Lentzner, with best 562-426-7601 EXT 1314 wishes for a speedy recovery, from Binnie & Jack Berro AJCC • To Susy Oster, in memory GENERAL FUND of Harry Oster, from Binnie & • To Barbara Alpert, wishing Jack Berro you a complete & good • To Karin Polacheck, in recovery, from Arthur & Barbara memory of Art Polacheck, Miller from Binnie & Jack Berro • To Ruth Gries, in memory • To Joan & Don Rubin, in of Barry Gries, from Murray & memory of Lyla Kaufman, Sue Taubman from Binnie & Jack Berro • To Barbara Cohen & Family, • To Marilyn Tichauer, in in memory of Manley Cohen, memory of Randy Tichauer, from Janet C. Rosenblatt from Myrna & Len Simon
(562) 426-5151 (562) 427-7443
We Mourn The Loss Of.... Mika Azaren Dr. Manley Cohen Morrie Candiotty Jack Fox
Arthur Kern Lee Kreida
Please contact us at chronicle@jewishlongbeach.org if you know of someone who has passed and would like them to be recognized.
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MARCIE BALAN BLAKEY FUND • To Barbara Alpert with best wishes for a speedy recovery • To Linda Calderón, in memory of Fernando Calderón, from Sandy & Jerry Horwitz • To Barbara Cohen in memory of Dr. Manley Cohen, from Sandy & Jerry Horwitz • To Jane Meyer, in memory of Henry Meyer, from Sandy & Jerry Horwitz SEYMOUR PIZER FUND • To Anthony Rich and family, in memory of Andrea Rich, from Binnie & Jack Berro WENDY MANASSE & DAVID WIESE FAMILY FUND • In honor of Wendy Manasse Wiese, from Rick & Arlene Freeman • In honor of Wendy Manasse Wiese, from Toni & Mark DiNapoli
JFCS tributes: 562-426-7601 EXT 235 or 562-427-7916
Honors & Simchahs
From the Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff
•Mazel Tov to Ronna & Joel Kizner, on the birth of your granddaughter Margo Lois Schiff.
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Happy New Year Marvin & Jenny Zavatsky
COMMUNITY
National Council of Jewish Women is celebrating its 70th year in the Long Beach Community! We invite ALL women to join us and become part of this dynamic group National Council of Jewish Women Long Beach Section offers women in our Greater Long Beach area Community Service projects, in-depth Informative programs on current issues, exciting Advocacy Trips to Sacramento and Washington, D.C., and just some great fun activities. We meet at various times during the day, evenings and Sundays so working women can be involved. Here are a few of our activites for 2015-2016:
Membership Brunch at Alpert JCC Sunday, Sept. 20, 10:00am
When our Long Beach Section began in the 1940’s, we assisted in the resettlement of the Holocaust survivors. Through the ensuring decades, we have continued to add community services and advocacy projects. Our Section has dedicated itself to championing the needs of women, children and families, and we have taken a stance on issues such as child welfare, women’s rights, and reproductive freedom.
NCJW’s annual kickoff for the year. Join us and meet with old friends, make new friends and find a project or two that touches your heart. $18
Games Day at Russo’s Neighborhood Ristorante in Naples Tuesday, Sept. 29, 10:00am
Enjoy a delicious Italian lunch & prizes galore! Bring your Mah Jong or Bridge group, your Rummy Tile friends, the Poker pals, or even play with new friends. $42
Pastries and Politics at Alpert JCC Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6:30pm
See the movie “Tricked”, which addresses the sex trafficking issue, along with a discussion group with author Susan Patterson on “How to Join the Fight Against Human Trafficking”. No charge.
Check out our website at NCJWlongbeach.org
Wine, Cheese & Sweets Tuesday, Nov. 4, 6:30pm
Have a fun evening at a private home with friends and a chance to sell your no-longer used gold for some Hannukah Gelt. No charge.
Tea “For the Child” Charity at Alpert JCC Thursday, Nov. 12, 1:30pm
Our Tikkun Olam afternoon tea where we donate packaged and canned food for families in need through the For The Child organization. No charge.
Hanukkah Pot Luck Brunch Sunday, Dec. 13, 10:00am
A fun morning at a private home. All proceeds go to our Hug Pack Project. No charge.
Yearly NCJW Membership is $40 and Life Membership is $350 For information on membership & RSVP’ing for events: VP of Membership at stephrobin@ca.rr.com or (714) 826-7522
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Yes, there is a secular alternative!
The Pacific Community of Cultural Jews has meaningful, emotional and thought-provoking
Secular Jewish New Year Services Rosh Hashanah Sat. Sept. 12th 10:30 am Yom Kippur
Wed. Sept.
23rd
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Inter-faith, inter-marrieds, are welcome ! Charge for non-members. Reservations : phone 714 - 962 - 9140 e-mail PacifComm@aol.com
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affiliated with Congress of Secular Jewish Organizations Society for Humanistic Judaism
WHERE can you go for the HIGH HOLY DAYS if you are not a member of a Synagogue?
TEMPLE ISRAEL Invites You To Join US!
We cordially invite all those who are unaffiliated to worship with US. Temple Israel is located at 269 Loma Avenue, Long Beach CA 90803. For ticket information, order forms, and Service times, please call the Temple Office (562) 434-0996 ext. 100 Why just buy tickets when you can become a member of our community? Call the Temple Office for more information! Temple Israel is a Diverse and Inclusive Reform Congregation Inspiring Jewish Life in Long Beach for over 90 years! Visit our website www.tilb.org
Proud Member of the URJ
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High Holy Days Service Times 2015-5776 SELICHOT Congregation Shir Chadash Congregation Sholom Temple Beth David Temple Beth Ohr Temple Beth Shalom Temple Israel
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 8:00 pm Selichot Program & Service 7:00 pm Selichot Service 8:30 pm 7:00 pm Dessert Reception, Movie, Discussion & Worship 8:30 pm 8:00 pm Selichot Program & Service
HOLIDAY TOT SHABBAT SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Temple Beth David 10:30 am Worship, Preschool Holiday Experience & Oneg EREV ROSH HASHANAH SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Congregation Shir Chadash 7:00 pm Evening Service Congregation Sholom 7:00 pm P’nai Or 7:30 pm Followed by Oneg Shul By The Shore 6:45 pm Evening Service 7:45 pm Festive Rosh Hashanah Dinner Temple Beth David 7:30 pm Temple Beth Ohr 8:00 pm Evening Worship Temple Beth Shalom 7:00 pm Temple Israel 4:30 pm Pre-Service Oneg 5:30 pm First Service 5:30 pm Teen Service 8:00 pm Second Service ROSH HASHANAH MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Congregation Shir Chadash 9:30 am Rosh Hashanah First Day Congregation Sholom 9:30 am P’nai Or 9:00 am Meditation and/or Torah Study 10:00 am Shacharit Service 2:00 pm Tashlich at El Dorado Park Duck Pond Shul By The Shore 9:30 am Morning Service 11:00 am Teen Service 11:30 am Tot Service 12:00 pm Shofar Blowing 6:00 pm Afternoon & Tashlich Services Temple Beth David 4:00 pm Tashlich at Bolsa Chica State Beach, Lifeguard Station #27 Temple Beth Ohr 9:00 am Children & Family Worship 10:00 am Morning Worship 1:15 pm Tashlich at L.M. Regional Park (RSVP by 9/8 for sack lunch) Temple Beth Shalom 9:00 am Temple Israel 10:00 am Service | Children’s Service Adventure at El Dorado Park 3:30 pm Tashlich at The Beach at Belmont Pier (Ocean & 39th Place) 2ND DAY ROSH HASHANAH TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Congregation Shir Chadash 9:30 am Rosh Hashanah Second Day Congregation Sholom 9:30 am Shul By The Shore 9:30 am Morning Service 12:00 pm Shofar Blowing 6:15 pm Afternoon Services Temple Beth David 10:00 am Meetup with Congregation B’nei Tzedek at Huntington Beach Pier Temple Beth Shalom 9:00 am EREV YOM KIPPUR/KOL NIDRE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Congregation Shir Chadash 6:45 pm Mincha 7:00 pm Kol Nidre Congregation Sholom 6:30 pm P’nai Or 7:30 pm Shul By The Shore 6:45 pm Kol Nidre/Evening Service Temple Beth David 7:30 pm Temple Beth Ohr 8:00 pm Evening Worship Temple Beth Shalom 6:15 pm Temple Israel 6:00 pm First Service 8:30 pm Second Service
YOM KIPPUR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Congregation Shir Chadash 9:30 am Yom Kippur 12:00 pm Yizkor Congregation Sholom 9:30 am P’nai Or 9:00 am Meditation / Torah Study 10:00 am Shacharit Service 1:00 pm Yizkor (time approx.) 5:00 pm Mincha/Ne’ila Closing Service & Potluck Break Fast Shul By The Shore 9:30 am Morning Service 11:00 am Teen Service 12:00 pm Yizkor Service 5:00 pm Mincha & Ne’ila/Closing Service 7:25 pm Fast Ends Temple Beth David 10:00 am Morning Service & Preschool Program 10:45 am 6-10 Year Old Program 3:30 pm Afternoon Service 5:15 pm Yizkor Service 6:00 pm Ne’ila Service Temple Beth Ohr 9:00 am Children & Family Worship 10:00 am Morning Worship 1:00 pm Study Session 2:30 pm Afternoon Worship 4:30 pm Yizkor/Ne’ila Temple Beth Shalom 9:00 am Morning Service 3:30 pm Afternoon Service Temple Israel 8:15 am First Service 10:30 am Morning Study Session 11:00 am Second Service 1:15 pm Yom Kippur Forums 2:00 pm Family Service 3:30 pm Yizkor Service 4:15 pm Afternoon Service 6:00 pm Ne’ila Service 7:00 pm Havdallah EREV SUKKOT Temple Beth David Temple Beth Ohr Temple Israel
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 6:00 pm Bring Your Own Dinner & Service 5:30 pm Pizza in the Hut 6:00 pm Wine & Cheese Service
SUKKOT Congregation Sholom Temple Beth Shalom Temple Israel
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 9:30 am 10:00 am First Day Sukkot Morning Service 10:30 am Sukkot Service
2ND DAY SUKKOT Temple Beth Shalom
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 10:00 am Second Day Sukkot Morning Service
END OF SUKKOT Temple Beth Ohr
FRIDAY OCTOBER 2 6:30 pm Dinner
SHEMINI ATZERET Temple Beth David Temple Israel
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 7:00 pm 5:00 pm Consecration & Got Simchat Torah Service
SIMCHAT TORAH Temple Israel
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 10:30 am Simchat Torah Service & Yizkor Observance
Please call each synagogue or visit their website for ticket or other program information and to RSVP. See Synagogue Directory on page 8 for their contact information.
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