Jewish Community Chronicle - September 2016 Issue

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A Tribute to Merv Lemmerman

Merv Lemmerman (June 23, 1928 - August 8, 2016). Zichrono Livracha - May his memory be a blessing.

Mervin “Merv” Lemmerman passed away on August 8th, 2016. Merv touched the lives of so many in his Jewish communal work. He served as Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach Beach & West Orange County, Director of Suburban Services to the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, and Executive Director of the Jewish Community Center of Long Beach.

Merv earned his Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University. Merv also graduated from the doctoral program at Hebrew Union College and received a Principal’s Certification from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York. Merv served as Director of Education at Temple Israel, working alongside Rabbi Wolli Kaelter. Together he and Rabbi Kaelter were the moving force in the formation of Camp Komaroff.

Author of five papers on leadership, supervising, older adult services and community planning, Merv received numerous awards and honors, including the Educator of the Year Award of the Western Association of Temple Educators in 1963, and President of the Long Beach Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.

Beloved husband of Sydelle Lemmerman (of blessed memory), father of Alan & Barbara Lemmerman, David & Pat Lemmerman, Dan & Debbie Lemmerman, brother of Evelyn Kruger, brother of Seymour & Rose Lemmerman, and loving partner of Donna Robitaille. Merv is also survived by his granchildren and greatgrandchildren, Nathan & Stephanie Lemmerman and their daughters Sophie and Sabrina, Shaina & Andrew Panos and their children Jack and Maia, Katie Lemmerman & her fiancé Chris Burgstaller, Jake Lemmerman, Danielle & Matt Foster and their daughter Avery, Sarah Lemmerman, Laura & Field Turner, Ryan & Anna Blank and their son Cameron, and Steven Lemmerman & his partner Stuart Parlier.

Merv’s son, David Lemmerman, had this to say about his father, “For everyone who worked with our father or knew him on a personal level, you realize how words fail us in expressing just how wonderful of a man he was. Known to us as the great listener, he set an example we feel will be impossible to live up to. Our father was hopeful more individuals would come to realize the philosophy by which he lived his life: Always be grateful for what you do have, then, do your best to provide for those less fortunate.”

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Behind the Scenes: Federation’s Accounting Department

JEWISH FEDERATION PRESIDENT

Rick Freeman

Jewish Community Foundation Grant Awards

By Sharon Kenigsberg, Director of Endowments & Community Development

JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

Deborah Goldfarb CEO

Danny Levy DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

King Chan

Your Happiness Starts Here

By Rabbi Shmuel Marcus

Around the J September Events at the Alpert Jewish Community Center

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The Jewish Community

THE STRENGTH OF A PEOPLE. THE POWER OF COMMUNITY.

Behind-the-Scenes: Federation’s Accounting Department We would like to introduce the Jewish Federation and the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Long Beach & West Orange County’s Accounting Department, who work hard to keep the organizations running smoothly and efficiently.

The Federation and Foundation’s Controller is Gary Jackson, who oversees all financial operations and assets. Gary has been here (l-r): Lenard Lakofka, Damian Medina, Bobby Esber, Gary Jackson.

Photo Credit: Krystal Mora of K Mora Photos for twenty three years.

Bobby Esber is our experience in both national to his hire in the Accounting Accountant. Bobby has and global financials. Prior Department, Bobby worked

2017/5777 Annual Community Campaign Upcoming Dates November 6 - Lentzner Family Major Gifts Event Lead event for the Annual Community Campaign. For donors who contribute $10,000 per family or $5,000 single, head of household. Brunch at a private home in Park Estates with distinguished speaker Ralph Nurnberger. Hosted by the Lentzner families.

November 9 - Annual Community Campaign: Opening Night Kick-Off In conjunction with the Long Beach Jewish Film Festival, this is the general kick-off for the Annual Community Campaign. Federation sponsors the opening night film and reception.

December 4 - Annual Community Campaign: Super Sunday Phone-a-thon March 16 - Men’s Philanthropy: Above & Beyond Held annually for male donors to the Jewish Federation’s Annual Community Campaign at $180 and above.

April 27 - Women’s Philanthropy: Arlene Solomon VISIONS Dinner Held annually for women donors to the Jewish Federation’s Annual Community Campaign at $180 and above. First time donors are able to attend with a $90 donation.

Men’s Philanthropy Spotlight

l: Elite IDF Commander Sassy Reuven shares his experience with over 100 community members of being part of the Operation Raid on Entebbe, known as the Greatest Hostage rescue in history. r: Yitzy Geisinsky (Solomon Society Chair) greets audience members and gives a brief history of event.

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as a former diplomat/ finance attaché assigned in West Africa, as well as served as an accountant to numerous of private and non-profit organizations in Chicago, Illinois. Bobby has more than fifteen years of accounting experience with the non-profit sector and is proud to bring his expertise to our agencies.

Damian Medina recently joined our staff in May, as our Accounting Assistant, where he handles transactions and other billing process duties.

Damian’s background in business, as well as as being the Treasurer for his local neighborhood association were welcome additions to the Accounting Department.

The last member of our Accounting Department is Lenard Lakofka, who processes the transactions in the Foundation’s Philanthropic Donor Advised Funds Program.

Lenard recently retired from his sixteen year bookkeeping position at the Alpert Jewish Community Center, but helps Federation whenever he can.

Jewish Community Foundation OF GREATER LONG BEACH & WEST ORANGE COUNTY

ENSURE OUR FUTURE Jewish Community Foundation Grant Awards

By Sharon Kenigsberg, Director of Endowments & Community Development

Jewish Community Foundation 2016 Grant Awards Beach Hillel - Sukkot on Campus This grant will provide a Sukkah on the CSULB campus in October of this year. Students will be able to rest and eat under the shade. There will also be religious, cultural, and social activities and programs planned daily for students throughout the week during Sukkot.

The grant will ensure that the programs will be free for the students.

2016 Grant Recipient JFCS Holiday Meal for Jewish Seniors at Sunrise Assisted Living.

Sukkot programs for college students, Shabbat and holiday meals for seniors, bringing generations together by delivering hot meals to families in crisis, increasing opportunities for Jewish education, and providing needy children in Israel with an opportunity to go to camp. These are among the range of projects receiving grants this year from the Jewish Community Foundation Unrestricted Fund (see sidebar).

to all local Jewish agencies and organizations. The requests are reviewed by the Foundation Grants Committee and the Grants Committee recommendations are then approved by the Foundation Board. In addition to Chair, Sherri Selmanson, the members of the Foundation Grants Committee were: Karen Codman, Joyce Feldman, Rosecarrie Brooks, Melissa Carr-Kreitenberg, Helen Rosenberg and Nicole Honigman. 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 that we were once again able to give Jewish organizations a chance to receive small grants to enhance their programs,” said Sherri Selmanson, 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 The role of the Foundation your will or trust so that we is to assist individuals, can continue to strengthen our organizations, and various entire community.”

Jewish agencies in fulfilling their missions today, and for Granting Process the future. The Foundation Grant applications are sent 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.

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 has nearly $17 million of assets under management.

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 ext.

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Chabad of Los Alamitos - Ethel’s Chicken Soup Program These funds will help engage high school students in the Ethel’s Chicken Soup Program. Ethel’s Chicken Soup Program offers free hot meals delivered to seniors and families in crises. This program brings generations together. The grant will help to subsidize the cost of the meals and the transporting of these meals to the seniors by the students.

Hebrew Academy - Volunteer and Staff Training In keeping with the criteria to provide grants to assure provision of quality Jewish education and to train volunteer & professional leadership, The Hebrew Academy is receiving a grant for a training program for its staff. Staff will receive training to work with volunteers with the goal of training them to help knowledgeably provide more community outreach and promote the Jewish educational opportunities that are offered at The Hebrew Academy.

JFCS - Shabbat & Holiday Meals for Seniors Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) received funds to provide Shabbat dinners & holiday meals to Jewish seniors who are living in an assisted living facility or other group setting or living by themselves. The object of this program will be to provide Jewish seniors with the opportunity to engage in religious and cultural traditions, while socializing with other seniors and/or volunteers. This is the second year of this program.

Kiryat Malachi - Day Camp for Needy Children Kiryat Malachi, our community’s sister city in Israel, has many low income children who need to be able to attend day camp in the summer while there is no school. This grant will help provide the opportunity to have the enrichment of day camp to children who may not otherwise have this opportunity.

Helping to assist individuals, organizations, and various Jewish agencies in fulfilling their missions today, and for the future.

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CONGREGATIONS

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R E F L E C T I O N S

Your Happiness Starts Here

By Rabbi Shmuel Marcus

The holiday of Sukkot, also known as the “Time of our Rejoicing,” is one of the joyous days on the Rabbi Shmuel Jewish calendar.

Marcus But is it really that easy to be happy? For anyone who has yet to master that elusive title of being a happy camper, get ready, for you’re happiness starts here.

So I need to be up front about this... If you’re looking for pure happiness and a carefree life, it may not be found here, or anywhere for that matter.

Even the famous psychologist Viktor Frankle said, “It is the very pursuit of happiness that thwarts happiness.”

But isn’t it a mitzvah to be happy? Doesn’t the Code of Jewish Law require one to serve G-d with joy? So, here is where we have to get technical and split

hairs on the differences between being “Happy” and “Rejoicing.”

For example “I’m happy I have a roof over my head” vs. “I rejoice over building a Jewish home.”

We invite friends to “rejoice” at our wedding, but we use the word “happy” to describe the feeling we get from the wedding hall giving us a great price.

I’m sure people who are happy tend to rejoice and people that are rejoicing are definitely happy, so what difference does it make what word we use?

The difference is fundamental because they are very different when it comes to control: You can force yourself to rejoice, but you can’t force yourself to be happy. Perhaps, this answers why Judaism commands us to rejoice, but doesn’t command us to be happy. If happiness is someone with a healthy lifestyle who rides a bicycle to work and loves eating quinoa and

broccoli, then rejoicing would be someone who doesn’t have a healthy lifestyle but is at the gym on a stationary bike and struggling with a diet of quinoa and broccoli. The actions look the same, but the impetus for the motions is really what defines them.

Have you ever wondered why some wealthy people who seem to have everything are still not happy? You can always find something to complain about, and it’s true, there is always something that could be better.

The Mishna teaches us “Who is a happy person? One who is happy with his lot.”

On Sukkot, we are commanded to rejoice. The question still remains “how do you rejoice if you’re not happy?”

A similar question is posed in relation to the commandment to love G-d, for how can the Torah command us on matters of the heart? Either you love avocado

or you don’t love avocado.

You can easily command your subjects to eat avocado but you cannot command them to love it. Therefore, in order to answer this dilemma, Jewish Law sees the commandment to love G-d as the commandment to read about G-d, to study and educate oneself on the topics that bring one to actually love G-d.

Clearly, we can focus on the joys of leaving Egypt and becoming the recipients of the world’s vital mission of the Torah. We can fill a glass with wine and stand with our family and recite all the blessings we have in our life. We can join the Simchat Torah dancing by essentially forcing our bodies to rejoice, and slowly, we discover a happy soul.

Rabbi Shmuel Marcus is the Director of Chabad of Los Alamitos. He and his wife Bluma run the Chabad House in Rossmoor, CA and the Hebrew High program.

Area Synagogue Upcoming Events

Please contact the synagogue directly with any questions using the sidebar and see our Community Calendar at jewishlongbeach.org for more community event listings.

CONGREGATION SHIR CHADASH Friday, 9/16, 6:15 pm: Open House. Begins with a PJ Library Tot Shabbat for 0-6 year olds who will experience the warmth & fun of Shabbat through song, play & dance. Then enjoy a jubilant Shabbat service in celebration of Rabbi Gindlin’s Installation. Oneg follows.

Friday, 9/23, 7:00 pm: Meditation Shabbat.

Saturday, 9/24, 8:00 pm: Selichot Program with film screening of “Conspiracy”, followed by refreshments & Selichot prayer.

CONGREGATION SHOLOM OF LEISURE WORLD, SEAL BEACH Friday, 9/2, 6:30 pm: Shabbat Night Services.

Come listen to our 3 student rabbis & cantor. Located in Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Service followed by an Oneg Shabbat

Services with English readings.

Saturday, 9/3, 9:30 am: Morning Services. Followed by a potluck & luncheon.

Tuesday, 9/20, 1:30 pm: Afternoon Story Book Club.

Chapter discussions from “After Abel” by Michal Lemberger.

Wednesday, 9/28, 7:00 pm: Evening Book Club. Reading & discussion from Rashi’s Daughters Book 1 Joheved by Maggie Anton.

Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30 pm: Walking Group.

P’NAI OR Saturday, 9/10, 10:00 am: Shabbat Morning Service.

Join a spiritually revitalizing service in the Fireside Room.

A vegetarian/dairy/fish oneg lunch & potluck will follow.

SHUL BY THE SHORE Sunday, 9/11, 9:30 am: Hebrew School Begins.

For K-7th graders. At the AJCC on the Weinberg

Jewish Federation Campus. Selichot Service includes film showing, reflection exercises, Membership not required.

Havdalah & candle lit service.

TEMPLE BETH DAVID Thursdays, 9/1 to 9/22, TEMPLE BETH SHALOM 10:30 am: Teddy Roosevelt & Friday, 9/16, 5:00 pm: the Re-Invention of the American Family Dinner. 7:15 pm: Musical Presidency by Professor Emeritus Shabbat Service. Open to of CSULB Don Schwartz. $35 everyone. Suggested donation for members. $40 for non- of $5 per person or $15 per family. RSVP to Hazzan Judy members.

Wednesdays, 9/7 to Sofer by Tuesday, 9/13 at 10/5, 10:30 am: Judaism, education@tbslb.org.

Christianity & Islam by Rabbi Saturday, 9/24, 10:00 am: Michael Mayersohn.

Ruach Shabbat. Celebrating Sunday, 9/11, 9:00 am: a joyous & festive Musical Chavurah Mixer. Come Morning Shabbat. Everyone learn what chavurahs are all is welcome. about and which ones exist at Temple Beth David. Coffee TEMPLE ISRAEL and donuts provided.

Friday, 9/23, 5:00 pm: Friday, 9/23, 6:30 pm: Pre-Service Reception. Meet Prospective New Member the clergy & senior staff, Open House. Come learn as well as schmooze with about our temple with wine, our members. Discover the cheese & appetizers. warmth and welcoming that Saturday, 9/24, 6:15 pm: makes Temple Israel such a Learning From Our Mistakes: special community. 6:00 pm: Viewing of “Groundhog Day.” Shabbat Service.

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Synagogue Directory Beit HaLev (U) 13044 Del Monte Drive 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) 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: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 (R) 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 (U)=Universalist

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

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The Ethical Life Lectures . . . . . . . . . . . . 2a Staff Spotlight: Susan Paletz. . . . . . . . . 2a Aquatic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a

AJCC Annual Appeal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a AJCC High Holiday Events. . . . . . . . . . . . 4a 2016 Annual Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a Personal Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4a 92Y Lectures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a Youth and Adult Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . 4a jewishlongbeach.org | SEPTEMBER 2016 | 7

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Staff Spotlight

Message from the Executive Director

I hope you all had a wonderful summer! We had a great summer here at the J with so much going on: Summer of Fun events at the pool, summer camp, Jewish classes, the ECE program, swimming lessons, and so much more! I hope you were able to come and be a part of it! I just returned from JCCA Maccabi games in Stamford, Connecticut and our 17 athletes, artists, and coaches had an incredible time as part of an almost 2,000 person-strong JCC Maccabi and ArtsFest experience! We look forward to bringing a larger delegation next year in Miami!!!

Although our Summer of Fun has come to a close, we are already gearing up for a wonderful fall season here at the J! Our “Ethical Life” series continues and if you missed it this time around, be sure to look for Session 2 in November. And back by popular demand are the 92Y broadcasts. The first one is on Tuesday, September 3, at 7pm, and will be US Foreign Policy and the 2016 Election. Four of America’s foreign policy experts explore crucial issues that our next President must face. With the election right around the corner, this should prove to be thought provoking!

The very next morning, Wednesday, September 14, at 9:15am, Chaya Leah Sufrin will be giving a free “coffee talk” at 9:15 to discuss anything and everything you want to know about the High Holidays. If you haven’t yet met Chaya Leah or come to one of her classes, you are in for a treat. She is knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor! Also in preparation for the High Holidays (which begin Erev Rosh Hashanah on October 2), Shlomit Jackson will be at Lazy Acres again on Tuesday, September 27, from 11am1pm for a tasting of different varieties of apples and kosher honey.

If you’re already thinking about Chanukah (and who isn’t?), there will be a vendor fair in the Promenade from Monday, September 19 to Thursday, September 22.

And finally, I would like to extend an invitation to attend our Annual Meeting on Sunday, September 25, at 10am. We’ll welcome our 2016-2017 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, x1414.

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. Thank you to all of you who help us be Your Center For Life.

L’Shalom

Jeffrey Rips

AJCC Executive Director

The Ethical Life: Jewish Values in an Age of Choice Session Il : November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6; at 7pm Final 6 classes on Ethics from the Jewish Theological Seminary, led by Rabbi David Cantor $18/Per session, includes six classes and materials.

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

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Susan Paletz

Celebrating 25 years!

Susan Paletz grew up at the Long Beach JCC. She was involved with teen programs, summer stock (she made her debut as a bird), and she was extremely active in BBYO (BBG).

In college, she went to Chapman University’s Semester at Sea, a phenomenal experience traveling around the world for seven months.

This experience, Susan explains, is “what really shaped me and motivated me to get involved with a non-profit. Seeing different cultures and different challenges that people around the world were facing really made an impression on me and I wanted to give back.”

Susan graduated from San Diego State with a B.A. in Psychology, and she took graduate classes in Education at Cal State Long Beach. Susan met her husband Mark at a Jewish singles dance in San Diego, and they have been married for 33 years. They have two sons, Jeffrey and Michael, who spent their formative years at the JCC in preschool through teen programming.

Susan started at the J as a teacher in the preschool. She was only there for a year when Lynne Rosenstein (former Assistant Director) offered her the position as the Camp Director. She was in that position for 10 years, from 1992-2002. She then became the Adult Director and was in that position until 2007 when she moved into her current position as the Director of Program Development and Community Engagement.

This September marks her 25th year at the J!!

“It’s been the best job and the best experience because it’s not just a job—it’s my life,” says Susan. “It’s a community that I feel so much passion for. I love meeting all the new people that come through the door.

I like helping staff and supervising them and helping them grow into their positions. I enjoy all the programming, but some of my all-time favorite programs, are the Women’s Weekend and the Adult trips.

The Israel/Poland trip was life-changing and set me on a new course here at the JCC as far as Holocaust education and our connections to Israel.

“I also enjoy working with staff in the Youth and Teen Department and looking into new programs and opportunities for the Adult Department.

I’m particularly passionate about how to engage adults of all ages with the JCC and each other. I definitely want to see more Israel trips for adults and families to help connect people living here in California to Israel.

It’s such an amazing country.

“One of the many reasons I have stayed at the J for so many years is because of the wonderful staff. I have worked with Jeffrey Rips for over 20 years in the many positions we have both had over the years.

I appreciate the collaboration that Jeffrey and I share in building Jewish life and culture for the Long Beach community. I have built lifelong friendships with people here. I come to work every day and feel like I am coming to my second home. I can’t imagine working anywhere else.”

Thank you, Susan, for everything you have done for the Alpert Jewish Community Center. Your dedication and love for this wonderful place shines through in everything that you do. - Interview by Erika Hillinger

September 7, 14, 21 • Wednesdays, 1:30pm-4pm Learn from expert player Linda Simmons. $20 for all three sessions. Limited to 8 people Contact Shlomit Jackson, (562) 426-7601, ext. 1067 or sjackson@alpertjcc.org

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

Luncheon and Popcorn

Wednesday, September 14, 12pm

Movie historian Theo Siegal will discuss and show rare footage from the Academy Award-Winning Movie: Top Hat $5

Senior Shabbat with Kelly Cooper

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Friday, September 23, 12pm

Enjoy a light luncheon with traditional Shabbat prayers and songs. $6

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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Support the AJCC Annual Appeal

Water Polo Class

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.

Start anytime! FREE Tryouts. (Everyone must try out!)

Prep Swim Team

Monday & Wednesday / Tuesday & Thursday / 4:30-5:15pm

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. Freestyle, back stroke, butterfly and breast stroke are all taught and refined. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle with side breathing to qualify for Prep Team.

Group Swim Lessons

Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs (30-minute lessons) Tiny Tots: 1pm | 1:30pm | 3pm | 3:30pm Beginner: 1pm | 1:30pm | 2pm | 2:30pm | 5pm | 5:30pm Adv. Beginner: 2pm | 3:30pm

Here at the Alpert Jewish Community Center, we know that every one of our members is a link in the strong chain that holds us all together. Your unique link is an important part of what makes our AJCC remarkable. At the J, we are proud to offer a safe place for our community to enjoy programs and make new friends and connections, and your generosity makes this possible. Thank you for your commitment to our Jewish neighborhood.

We believe that access to a thriving and supportive community is the key to a full life, and the AJCC plays a special role at the heart of our community because our doors are open wide to welcome everyone. Members of a community depend on one another, which is why I am writing to you today to ask you to continue supporting our diverse community by making a gift that’s meaningful to you. Your donation will fund important AJCC programs that provide for our community’s needs at every stage of life, such as:

Around the J

AQUATICS

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

• Our weekly luncheon for Senior adults • Monthly Shabbat dinners for young professionals through GesherCity • Our partnership with Mental Health America to provide wellness services • Over $250,000 in financial assistance for our membership, preschool, camp, and youth programs • Many free classes, such as Kabbalah study, bridge lessons, and our Happiness & Humor Group

I know that I am asking you to go above and beyond, but simply put— our community needs you. Please consider making a generous gift today.

Adult Group Swim Lessons

6pm, Monday & Wednesday (30-Min. • Fundamentals)

Thank you for your support!

Kids and Adults Private Swim Lessons

Jeffrey Rips, Executive Director

One-on-One lessons for all ages

Please visit alpertjcc.org to make your gift online.

Our instructors are Red Cross lifeguards and Water Safety Instructor trained and certified. (4) 15-Min: $120; $95/MVP • (4) 30-Min: $180; $150/MVP

2016 Alpert Jewish Community Center

GESHERCITY YOUNG ADULTS

ANNUAL MEETING SUN, SEPTEMBER 25, 10am

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

Susanne Katz, skatz@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1625

GesherCity Paddle Boarding!!

Monday, September 5, 1pm

Join GesherCity for paddle boarding fun!!! All fitness levels welcome!!

Visit the GesherCity Long Beach Facebook page for updates.

Welcome our 2016-2017 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.

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Around the J

Early Childhood Education Alayna Cosores, acosores@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1090

From the Beginning

Want a great way to connect with your baby in a fun and educational way?

Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am

Newborn-Walking with an adult We’d love to see you and your little one in our free From the Beginning program.

It is the perfect place to bond with your baby, share your experiences, ask questions, get advice, and make lifelong friends. The teacher will set up a play area for the babies and parents to explore together. FREE

WELLnESS & FitnESS Fred Johnson, fjohnson@alpertjcc.org • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1056

Personal Training

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Whether you're training for a sport or an event, or want to develop a more fit and healthy lifestyle, the Alpert Jewish Community Center Personal Trainers can...

• Push and challenge you • Help you meet your goals • Help develop a fit and healthy lifestyle for people of all fitness levels and abilities • Motivate and increase adherence to physical activity • Save you time and reduce the risk of injuries • Create fitness programs specifically designed for YOU and your goals • Create exercise programs for those with injuries or special medical conditions • Keep you from plateauing All AJCC Personal Trainers possess at least one certification from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.

For personal training prices call (562) 426-7601 x1051.

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.

SPortS & rECrEAtion Member Relations Desk (562) 426-7601, ext. 1051

Youth and Adults Martial Arts with Sensei Mac

Boxing • Jiu Jitsu • Mixed Martial Arts Wrestling • Youth Sparring • Youth Martial Arts Private Lessons

Mixed Martial Arts/Self Defense

Sundays, 1:30-2:30pm • Wednesday, 6-7pm

Mixed Martial Arts is for pre-teens, teens, and adults. This class will challenge students in every way -- mentally, physically and psychologically.

Your "A" game is a requirement. Beginners are welcome.

Contact Sensei Mac at (562) 688-9994 if you have any questions.

Visit alpertjcc.org for more info, or contact the Member Relations Desk (562) 426-7601 x1051

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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

JFCS + NYC = Fabulous!

Lucky drawing winner Ann Martin loves this Valentino jacket in the Elle Magazine fashion closet.

On the evening of September 15th at RUNWAY: The Art of Design, the ticket of one lucky winner and a guest will be drawn for a trip to New York for a visit to Hearst Magazines and Marie Claire, one of the world’s leading fashion and beauty magazines, published in over 35 countries and in 5 languages. The lucky winners will be greeted by the staff of Hearst Magazines and will tour the Good Housekeeping Institute testing laboratory and the creation floor of

Marie Claire. Lunch in the Hearst cafeteria is included, as is a visit to the Marie Claire fashion closet—just like in the movie “The Devil Wears Prada”. Round trip airfare for two via Southwest Airlines and two nights’ hotel accommodations are included in the prize.

Ann Martin, winner of the drawing last year, says, “Amazing! Awesome!

Wonderful! Unforgettable!

Exciting! Just a few superlatives that describe my recent “NYC Experience”.

It began with a purchase of a ticket for a drawing I never expected to win, but I knew the proceeds were going to a cause that was dear to my heart.” You can read Ann’s entire story at jfcsrunway.com/experience.

Tickets are $100 each and only 100 of them will be sold. They are available in advance online at jfcsrunway.com, or by calling JFCS at (562) 427-7916.

You need not be present to win. When they are gone, they’re gone, so act now!

You… Walking the Runway For a Great Cause

Debbie Feldman models a beautiful outfit at RUNWAY 2014.

Is being a model on the runway at New York Fashion Week one of your “bucket list” desires? You can achieve the next best thing by donating $500 for JFCS’ programs and services at RUNWAY: The Art of Design. As many as three women will be accepted to be runway models during the Fall fashion preview segment of the program.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime

opportunity, “ says Wendy Manasse, Chief Visionary of RUNWAY. “We will do your hair and make-up, put you in the most flattering Fall fashions from Macy’s, and give you a few “walking” lessons. Giving back and having the ultimate fashion experience—it doesn’t get any better”, she added.

Two years ago at RUNWAY: The Beauty of Helping Others, Debbie Feldman made a generous gift to JFCS and walked the runway. She says, “It was so much fun to be behind the scenes getting my hair and make-up done. The outfit I modeled looked incredible on me and it was amazing to be up on the runway, looking out at friends and family. It’s really the chance of a lifetime for anyone who loves fashion to have this monumental experience while helping those in our community who need an outstretched hand.”

To get started, please call Pattie Davidson at (562) 427-7916 ext. 235.

DATE:

September 15, 2016

TIME:

5:30 pm Cocktails & innovative salads 6:30 pm Program

PLACE:

Amy & Richard Lipeles Family Auditorium at the Alpert Jewish Community Center on the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus 3801 E. Willow St. Long Beach, CA 90815

TICKETS:

$40 in advance $60 at the door if available $75 VIP (preferred seating and exclusive tote bag) $100 NY Experience Drawing

INFO:

jfcsrunway.com or call (562) 427-7916

Student Designs Unveiled at RUNWAY

RUNWAY: The Art of Design will feature Fall fashions from Macy’s, as well as the creations by student designers from local colleges.

Garments created by student designers from the fashion design and merchandising programs of Long Beach City College

and Cal State Long Beach are this year’s special feature at RUNWAY: The Art of Design, a fundraiser for JFCS of Long Beach/West Orange County, set to unfold at 5:30.p.m. on September 15th in the Amy and Richard Lipeles Auditorium at the Alpert Jewish Community Center on the Jewish Federation Weinberg Campus. The unique blend of fashion trends with a focus this year on the creations of aspiring designers, coupled with helping those who need professional, yet affordable assistance, makes for an event not to be missed.

“We are very excited to

work with both Cal State Long Beach and Long Beach City College’s fashion design programs. Our intent is to showcase the creativity of these young designers in a setting that matches the spirit of New York Fashion Week. Having professional models walk the runway in garments created by the next generation of fashion designers will make the event very special for the audience, as well as the designers. These students could be designing the next garments you see at Macy’s.

They have amazing talent and dreams and RUNWAY

will give the community a chance to meet them,” said Chief Visionary Wendy Manasse, who with her husband David Wiese, underwrites the expenses of the fundraiser.

Returning to the event this year is a segment where professional models will walk the runway wearing the latest Fall fashion trends from Macy’s. “At past RUNWAY events we’ve been asked about purchasing clothing, so this year we will provide attendees with all the information they need to purchase the items they’ll see on our amazing

models,” added Manasse.

The evening will begin with a reception featuring innovative salad creations and a signature cocktail.

Event tickets are $40 per person in advance, $60 at the door if still available, and are on sale online at jfcsrunway.com, or by phone at (562) 427-7916. A limited number of VIP tickets will be available for $75, and these tickets include preferred seating and an exclusive tote bag. Sponsorships for the event are still available, starting at $250. Call Pattie Davidson at (562) 427-7916 ext. 235 for more details.

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HILLEL AT CSULB FOR MORE INFORMATION: WEB: www.beachhillel.org EMAIL: info@beachhillel.org PHONE: 562-426-7601 ext 1424

Beach Hillel is Back!

Joel Bond Brings Innovation to Campuses

Students tabling during Welcome Week 2015 for Beach Hillel.

On August 31st and September 1st, we will be bringing in the new school year at Cal State Long Beach Week of Welcome event!

The annual campus-wide event is where all clubs and student groups at CSULB table and recruit new members. We’re excited

to welcome thousands of new students to campus at this fun event and start this upcoming semester off right with classic programs like our weekly Shabbat dinners at the Alpert Hillel House, as well as other new programs.

If you’re interested in getting involved with Beach Hillel and our programs,

contact Alicia at Alicia@ BeachHillel.org.

If you are a community member and would like to get involved with Beach Hillel, please contact our Executive Director, Rachel Kaplan, at Rachel@BeachHillel.org.

We are always looking for Shabbat sponsors!!

Are you up to date on all the Propositions that appear on the November Ballot?

Are you a person who needs to be informed?

You are invited to attend a Brunch sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women Long Beach Affiliate

Sunday, September 18 at 10 a.m.

at the Alpert Jewish Community Center on the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus 3801 E. Willow St. • Long Beach, CA The program features representatives from the League of Women Voters to provide us with information on the November ballot initiatives concerning women, children and families. Plans for NCJW Community Services and Advocacy programs also will be presented. $18 for NCJW members and guests, $10 for students FREE for anyone who joins NCJW that day.

Last Yiddish Heroes: Music of Soviet Jews from World War II CSULB Jewish Studies Jewish Federation Campus, Program inaugurates the in the Amy & Richard Lipeles 2016-17 Speakers Program Auditorium, with acclaimed with a free concert on Russian singer/songwriter A3528-JCC BC Size at Ad7:30 (LAC) pm, 10/5/15Psoy 11:46Korolenko AM Page 1 & historian September 28th at the AJCC on the Weinberg Anna Shternshis.

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Specialist as part of the Springboard Fellowship.

In a recent push to embrace the changing environment in which Hillel operates, the Springboard Fellowship was created as a two-year program for recent college graduates designed to cultivate future Jewish professionals.

Joel hopes to use his training and experience to strengthen outreach efforts and infuse design-thinking into the fabric of Hillel. If Joel Bond gets ready for Fall 2016. you’re interested in learning We proudly introduce more about the Springboard and welcome Joel Bond, an Fellowship or upcoming alumnus of Tarbut V’Torah, as projects, contact Joel Bond at Beach Hillel’s new Innovation Joel@BeachHillel.org!

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5 Stars to Hebrew Academy Preschool that define high quality early care and education.

Early learning programs are assessed according to a rating matrix and sites are assigned a rating between 1-5 stars. The Star Rating is used to measure the following core areas:

Hebrew Academy is proud to have received the highest rating from the Orange County Department of Education for 2016.

Duing a process that took 2

years, the result was a 5 star rating overall for the Hebrew Academy preschool.

The quality rating and improvement system (QRIS) is a shared set of standards

• Child Development and School Readiness: What curriculum and assessments are being used, and how is each individual child’s growth and development needs met?

• Teachers and Teaching: Do teachers support children’s growth and

who has more than 25 years of experience in early childhood. Chanie says the reason why she chose to join the QRIS program is because “it’s beneficial to use an outside agency to observe, evaluate and give an input to the future of the school. This program is all about giving the parents the assurance that their children are better prepared for kindergarten and have the right learning skills and readiness to succeed in their life journey.”

For more information Leading the way is about our program and Hebrew Academy’s Preschool rating, visit our website at Director, Chanie Perelmuter, hebrewacademypreschool.org. development through high quality interactions, intentional planning, and supportive environments?

Do teachers have the necessary education and experience to work in early childhood?

• Programming in a Safe Environment: Is the learning environment designed to provide optimal learning experiences? How are families included and supported, and do the teacher/child ratios meet high quality standards?

Law Enforcement Appreciation Festival Draws Thousands the traditional attractions one would expect to find.

“We recently held a party for the widows and orphans of police officer’s killed in the line of duty. We learned that many of the children of police officers are feeling the stress of their parent’s career,” said (l) A bird’s eye-view of the carnival. (r) An officer with his family.

Photo Credit: Joelle Diament Photo Allen Alevy, the major funder A Carnival Festival honoring Counties took place on the largest carnival ever just of the Festival. “I thought to myself, who is there for those children and families of Sunday, July 31st, 2016 for local law enforcement. law enforcement officers at Hebrew Academy. An The carnival featured over a who are there for us? And so throughout the Greater estimated 5,000 people dozen rides, snow cones, three we decided we needed to Los Angeles and Orange came to the event, billed as mechanical bulls, and all of do something fun for those

children.”

The carnival also grew out of a company picnic that was also held at the location. “We hosted our annual company picnic,” said Yanki Greenspan, President of Westland Real Estate Group. “It made total sense to me that after we recognize our employees, we can also involve them in thanking our law enforcement officers and their families for protecting us. This is one huge celebration.”

My Little Gan The Hebrew Academy is pleased to announce the opening of a full-time Jewish Infant and Toddler Day Care Center, which opened on August 31st. The new program will serve young children between the ages of six weeks to 2 years old and is fully licensed by the California Department of Social Services.

Preschool Director Chanie Perelmuter said, “I am excited in pioneering a high-quality infant and toddler care that

will be the first Jewish infant program in our area. I have researched similar programs in other locations and plan to introduce the best features of their programs.”

The Infant Center is housed on the beautiful Hebrew Academy 11-acre campus.

This new program will enhance our five-star rated early childhood program that has been the hallmark of The Hebrew Academy.

The caregivers at the new Infant Center have

been trained in the unique needs of an infant center that include the loving and nurturing of young children, while providing a carefully designed environment for growth and development socially, emotionally and physically.

The highly educated teaching staff, low ratio of children to caregiver, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and secure facility, all contribute to the hopes that you and your child will feel ‘at home’.

Our Infant Center’s philosophy is that each child is unique and therefore deserves individual attention and care. The Hebrew Academy incorporates the best practices from childcentered, teacher-directed, project-based, theme-based, emergent curriculum, and group collaboration that are guided by Jewish values and culture. The kids will celebrate Jewish holidays with their families throughout the year. Jewish values

reflect the school’s identity and provide a framework for the education that teaches students and molds relationships of culture that will last a lifetime.

The goal is to help parents and children have the most comprehensive program that is offered and feel like our institution is ‘a home away from home.’

Contact Chanie Perelmuter for additional information at hebrewacademypreschool.org or (714) 898-0051 ext. 204.

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Pamela Schulman-Flores,

Erin Cherson, Architect & Ava Weiss, CEO Specializing in Residential and Commercial Projects

(562) 596-0495 www.cwarchitects.net

LAW Lawrence H. Nemirow,ESQ Business Law, Insurance Law, Trusts and Estates 5242 Katella Ave., Suite 104 Los Alamitos, CA 90720

(562) 799-1379 www.nemlawyer.com

­CARDIOVASCULAR Los Alamitos Cardiovascular Celebrating 36 Years!

Stuart Fischer, MD, FACC,

FACP, FSCAI, CCDS

Steven T. Forman, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RVT

Timothy F. O’Neill, MD Bret A. Witter, MD, FACC, FACP

Ramandeep K. Barr,

C.P.A.

Master of Science-Taxation, Tax Returns-all types, tax planning & audits Downey

(562) 803-5324 Zvi Shapiro, CPA, MBA, EA

Do you owe back taxes to the IRS, California or any other state?

Have you not filed tax returns in years?

Let me be your David to take on Goliath.

Call today to sleep better tonight.

(562) 310-7247

GASTROENTEROLOGY Allan Effron, MD FACG Stomach Pain, Change in Bowel Habits, Colon Cancer Screenings Most Insurance Accepted

(562) 882-0834

ORTHODONTICS Brodsky Orthodontics Braces & Invisilign™ for all ages 5920 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood

(562) 496-2000

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­PEDIATRICS

Tributes Send a special gift to honor, memorialize, or congratulate friends & family for all occasions.

We will send a card on your behalf.

Jewish

FEDERATION GENERAL FUND GET WELL SOON • Mort Stuhlbarg

Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

IN MEMORY OF • Edward Solomon to Ava Weiss

Joanne & David Feldman

AJCC tributes: 562-426-7601 EXT 1414

JFCS GENERAL FUND IN MEMORY OF • Norris Bernstein to Irvene Bernstein

70th Anniversary THEN: Mark & Toby Zotstein on their Wedding Day, circa August 10, 1946.

IN MEMORY OF • Lawrence Deight to Binnie & Jack Berro Blanche Deight, Patricia & • Rich Wisotsky to Robert Griffin, Terri & Rolf Judy Leff Jahn Nancy Slusher Terri, Rolf, Kiley & MAZEL TOV Evelena Jahn ON NEW BIRTHS Jewish Federation Board, • Jay Eiser Leadership & Staff Grandparent to • Allan Edward to Vivian Cathenia Sacks Stanley & Marilyn Yellin Sadie & David Sacks Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

WEISS OLDER ADULT FUND IN MEMORY OF • Edward Solomon to Ava & Howard Weiss

Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

JFCS tributes: 562-427-7916

• Jean Epstein to Stacey & Glenn Levine

70th Anniversary NOW: Mark & Toby Zotstein together on August 10, 2016.

• Merv Lemmerman to Linda & Rick Burney David & Patrice Lemmerman

MD, FACC, FHRS

Robert S. Lee, MD

Jewish Community

FOUNDATION

(562) 430-7533

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY GERDA SEIFER YOM HASHOAH FUND • Mark & Toby Zotstein CONGRATULATIONS 70th Anniversary • Miriam Berro Krugman Staff of Congregation

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Performance Vein Institute of Los Alamitos

To a Lovely & Active Young Lady who Graduated High School

Your Legs Made Better

Steven T. Forman,

MD, FACC, FSCAI, RVT

Dr. Harold & Gerda Seifer

IN MEMORY OF • Art Zahler to Audrey Hyde-Zahler

(562) 493-8346 (VEIN) www.performancevein.com

­ACCOUNTING Shari D. Nemirow, C.P.A.

Small Business accounting & income taxes for Corporations, Partnerships, Individuals 5242 Katella, #104, Los Alamitos

(562) 430-8231

ADVERTISE WITH US!!

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Our Condolences

PODIATRY Eric R. Hubbard, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.S. Memorial Podiatry Group

Board Certified-Foot & Ankle Surgery Adult’s and Children’s Foot Disorders Athletic Injuries-Custom Orthotics 2333 Pacific Ave., Long Beach

(562) 426-5151 (562) 427-7443

We Mourn The Loss Of....

Lawrence Deight Jean Epstein

Honors &

SIMCHAHS

Allan Edward Mervin Lemmerman

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

Dr. Harold & Gerda Seifer

Jewish Federation & Jewish Community Foundation tributes: 562-426-7601 EXT 1314

AJCC GENERAL FUND GET WELL SOON • Steve Gordon

Paula & Harvey Labko

HAPPY BIRTHDAY • Rosecarrie Brooks

Helena & David Hershkowitz Fred & Barbara Gaines Ruthie & Al Rudis

• Barbara Miller

JKJNADAJRZ & NJSJG

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Shir Chadash

IN HONOR OF BAR MITZVAH • Seth Goldman

Called to Torah on September 3rd, 2016

Staff of Congregation Shir Chadash

MAZEL TOV TO BIRTHDAY MILESTONES • Marge Rosenberg 100 Years Old

Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

MAZEL TOV ON NEW BIRTHS • Paula Avchen Grandmother to Mari Jillian Avchen

Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

• Karen & Tim Strelitz Grandparents

Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

Marge Rosenberg plays Mahj Jongg every Thursday at the Alpert Jewish Community Center on the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus. On July 5th, 2016, Marge turned 100!! Mazel Tov Marge!!!!

Hadassah Luncheon

Sharon Carmel Hadassah will introduce Rabbi Galit Levy-Slater at a luncheon meeting, Tuesday, September 13th at 11:30 am, where she will perform Debbie Friedman’s beloved songs.

Rabbi Levy-Slater was a cantor for three decades and was accepted into the International Federation of Rabbis in 2012.

Luncheon will be held at the Golden Sails Restaurant, 6285 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90803.

RSVP & payment due by September 1st.

Please make check out for $25 to Hadassah and mail it to Roz Bassin, 7950 E. Cramer Street, Long Beach, CA 90808.

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Temple BeTh Shalom oF long Beach upcoming evenTS

Sh a nah tovah!

rosh hashanah & Yom Kippur : ocT 2 - ocT 12 celebrate the high holidays with Temple Beth Shalom! Join us for spiritually uplifting services with warmth, depth and singing. childcare and youth programs available.

There’s no better time to become a member of the TBS family!

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Sunday, 10/2 – 7:45 pm, rosh hashanah evening Services MOnday, 10/3 – 9:00 am, rosh hashanah morning Services TuESday, 10/4 – 9:00 am, rosh hashanah morning Services TuESday, 10/11 erev Yom Kippur 6:00 pm, Kol nidre Services

c O n S E R v a T I v E

For High Holiday ticket information and pricing, please call the office or visit our website at: TbSlb.ORg WEdnESday, 10/12 – 9:00 am, Yom Kippur morning Services 2:00 pm, afternoon Study: The power of repentance (eleazar b. Dordia & other Talmudic Tales) 3:30 pm, Yom Kippur mincha Services 5:30 pm, ne’ila Services FRIday, 10/21 – 6:00 pm, Sukkot Dinner

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TBS Service ScheDule : ThuRSday MInyan: 8:00 aM held in our Beit midrash FRIday EvEnIng SERvIcES : 7:45 PM please check TBS calendar for any exceptions ShabbaT MORnIng aT TbS : 10:00 aM Services are held in the sanctuary, led by cantor Judy Sofer and rabbi David cantor.

Rabbi Cantor also offers a teaching (Dvar Torah) each week on the Torah portion. Following services, at 12:00 pm, we have an ample Kiddush with a chance to socialize, sing and enjoy delicious food with friends, family and new faces.

TBS Torah School: as a community-focused school, we believe important Jewish learning happens outside the classroom as well as within. Students will study hebrew, learn to lead a Shabbat service, and participate in art, cooking and theatrical projects.

regiSTer ToDaY!

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T E M PL E I S R A E L LO N G B E AC H

A diverse and inclusive Reform congregation inspiring Jewish life in Long Beach for over 90 years!

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR

OPEN HOUSE SHABBAT Friday, September 23 5:00 p.m. Pre-Service Reception

Come meet our Clergy and Senior Staff.

Shmooze with our Board of Directors and members, and discover the warmth and welcoming that makes our community so special.

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

T E A C H YO U R C H I L D R E N . . . the importance of community, Jewish culture, and spirituality

6:00 p.m. Shabbat Service

A special welcome to our Open House guests

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!

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