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We need agencies, organizations, programs and your help to build our community in this individuals. Our Federation does this by way as well. providing material support to more than For more information about how 40 organizations and programs in Greater you can support the Capital Campaign Naples, in Florida, around the globe and and the Annual Community Camin Israel. paign, please call the Federation office at It is through your participation in both 239-263-4205. 16 the Annual Community Campaign and The two most important words in the our programs that we are able to build and Book Festival Continues Jane Schiff and Jeffrey Feld Federation dictionary is Thank You. strengthen our community. We build our This is your opportunity to Thank you for your help in building In addition, our Jewish Book Festival community through engagement, which, meet more fabulous authors and growing our community. Thank you continues to bring hundreds of housein this case, is a fancy word that means speaking on a variety of topics. for your support that permits Federation holds together for each JBF event. that we are finding ways to include our Check out the book reviews in to meet its mission of enhancing and Our Israel Advocacy Committee, community members in activities. this issue. enriching the quality of Jewish life by recJewish Community Relations Council, We are so very thankful for all that ognizing and supporting the charitable, PJ Library and so much more work at the Women’s Cultural Alliance (WCA) Hidden Children educational, humanitarian and social helping everybody to feel at home. and the Men’s Cultural Alliance (MCA) Three local women who were service needs of the Jewish community This, Greater Naples, is our home! do in terms of keeping our community hidden children of the Holocaust locally, nationally, overseas and in the Each of you, through your participation, members connected. 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JEWISH FEDERATION

February 2021

The 2021 Annual Campaign needs you now Karen Deutsch Campaign Chair

s we enter February, we remain connected as one community, with so many of you stepping forward to embrace vibrant and entertaining programming as well as local educational, humanitarian and social service needs of beneficiaries we support.

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Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! As of now, more than 50% of you, our generous donors, have contributed to the 2021 Annual Community Campaign. However, a heightened urgency remains in these challenging times to reach out to each of you who have not yet made a pledge, with the hope that you will join us now to make a difference in Jewish lives here and around the world!

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Tomorrow begins today Your gift to the 2021 Annual Community Campaign makes a difference to many Jewish children in need of scholarships to one of our wonderful religious schools. Jewish Education opens the doors to learning for future generations, encompassing our values, heritage and culture.

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Your gift to the 2021 Annual Community Campaign continues to forge new pathways from our history to our future through BBYO, which has built a thriving youth organization by engaging teens from middle through high school in meaningful dialogue and Jewish social activities.

Tomorrow begins today Your 2021 Annual Community Campaign gift supports vital social and humanitarian needs. The Senior Center at JFCS fulfills the need for outreach, mental health counseling and Holocaust survivor aid for housing, trips to physicians, counseling and daily health supplements. The need is even greater now due to COVID-19 — more people need meals delivered to them and more Holocaust survivors are seeking warmth and stability.

Tomorrow begins today Your 2021 Annual Community Campaign gift ensures that the Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center continues teaching lessons of the Holocaust to all eighth-grade students in Florida, inspiring action against bigotry, hatred and violence. Your generous donations support new exhibits, projects and programming for the entire community.

Tomorrow begins today Your 2021 Annual Community Campaign gift will continue to provide favorite and new programming to the community — the Jewish Book Festival, Mix and Mingle, JCRC, Israel Advocacy, Jewish Families with Children, PJ Library for Children, Jewish Young Professionals, Cardozo Legal Society, Jewish Russian Alliance, CatholicJewish Dialogue, WCA and MCA.

Tomorrow begins today Your 2021 Annual Community Campaign gift will impact our partners nationally, overseas and in Israel, advocating key issues and providing humanitarian assistance through organizations such as the Jewish Agency for Israel, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee and World ORT, to name a few. Your generous gifts support Leket Israel, which provides hot meals for Holocaust survivors and vulnerable seniors; Hatikvah preschool in Ukraine, that enables Jewish life to continue in Kiev; Neve Michael, a children’s home serving youth who have experienced trauma and abuse; Susan’s House, which employs youth between ages 15-19; Yad Lakashish in Jerusalem, providing meals and transportation for the elderly; Yashar LaChayal, providing assistance to the Needy Soldier Fund; the Ethiopian National Educational Project; and so many more worthy programs!

Tomorrow begins today When you join us now with your gift, new or increased, to the 2021 Annual Community Campaign, it will be matched dollar for dollar through the very generous new Challenge Grant offered by Stuart and Estelle Price. Todah Rabah, thank you, to Stuart and Estelle, who truly embrace tomorrow begins today. Please, send in your pledge card today. Your generous gift will continue to give our community and our world a better, brighter future tomorrow!

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February 2021

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Programs this month Reneé Bialek Program Director

he month of February is Jewish Disability Advocacy Month. We start on Monday, Feb. 1, at 1 p.m. with a program featuring Ben Dubin and his daughter, Rachel, who is deaf. They

will discuss inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the Jewish and secular communities. Please join us to hear their story via Zoom. On Wednesday, Feb. 17, from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m., another program, “Truth be Told: What Women Need to Know to Stay Young at Heart in 2021,” is scheduled. This is a free, virtual, Ms.Medicine event, featuring women’s health experts Dr. Lorna Stewart and Dr. Lisa Larkin from the new Ms.Medicine in Naples.

The JCRC’s Jewish Community Day and Evening of Learning will take place in March and registration is now open for these two free events. And of course, throughout the month of February, we continue to present the Greater Naples Jewish Book Festival. All of these virtual programs will take place on Zoom. Some programs are free while others have a fee. More information on all of the above programs can be found throughout this Federation Star and in our Monday weekly e-blast.

Repairing the world: disability inclusion By Ben Dubin

n 1987, I had the good fortune to meet Senator Tom Harkin when my deaf daughter, aged 11, testified before the U.S. Senate in support of deafness research funding and the establishment of the National Institute on Deafness and Communication Disorders. Three years later, under his leadership, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed and signed into law by President George H.W. Bush. This act changed the landscape for people with disabilities, prohibiting discrimination in the workplace, transportation and public accommodations. To be protected by the ADA, one must have a disability, which is defined by the ADA as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a

history or record of such an impairment or a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment. Today, it is estimated that 20% of the U.S. population has a physical, developmental or mental disability. People with disabilities comprise 11.4% of Collier County’s population. Leviticus 19:14 teaches us, “You shall not insult the deaf or place a stumbling block before the blind.” A program featuring Ben Dubin and his daughter, Rachel, who is deaf, will discuss inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the Jewish and secular community. Please join us to hear their story via Zoom on Monday, Feb. 1, at 1 p.m. Please register for this free program at www.jewish naples.org. This is co-sponsored with MCA.

Please make sure to register via the link that is provided in the weekly e-blasts. A confirmation email will be sent to you immediately after you register, and the program’s Zoom link will be emailed to you about two hours prior to the start of each program. If you need help registering, please ask me. You can contact me at rbialek@ jewishnaples.org with any questions. Please like us on Facebook!

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February 2021

JCRC’s Day and Evening of Learning Jews of Persia

Published by College in 2009 and her cantoThis special program will rial ordination in 2010. feature a clergy panel discusThis year, she will be celsion on the topic of “Keepebrating her 10th anniversary ing the Faith and So Much as the Cantor at Temple Shalom More During the Pandemic.” in Naples. The distinguished panel memCantor Azu’s topic stems bers will include: Reverend from her family roots as Persian Edward Gleason from TrinityJews. She was fascinated with the by-the-Cove Naples; Fr. Hugh history, traditions and culture McGuigan, representing Our Cantor Donna Azu that were part of her parents’ Lady of Light Catholic Comupbringing. Her presentation rounds munity in Estero; Rabbi Adam Miller from out the day portion of the program that Temple Shalom in Naples; and Reverend includes Dr. Steven Derfler (The Jews of Dr. Dawson Taylor, who serves the Naples China) and Dr. Ron Hart (Crypto Jews). United Church of Christ. The theme of this year’s program is “It’s To register for this event, please access the Chai Time to Visit Jewish Neighbors.” Federation website at www.jewishnaples.org. The program this year is being offered The Annual Day and Evening of Learnfree of charge and will be presented in ing is proudly sponsored by the Jewish Zoom format. Community Relations Council of Greater And there’s a bonus this year — an Naples (JCRC), a committee of the Jewish Evening of Learning, which will take place Federation of Greater Naples. on Wednesday, March 10 at 7 p.m.

BookBuddiesOnline receives JCRC Human Needs Award By Betty Schwartz, member, Human Needs Award Committee

he Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples (JFGN) engages in many activities to fulfill its mission of fostering and increasing good will and friendship between the Jewish community and the community of Greater Naples. The selection and presentation of the Human Needs Award to deserving organizations is one of the most gratifying of all its activities. Our community has many nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping people with needs that would otherwise go unmet. The Human Needs Award Committee, chaired by Judi Palay, has the difficult task of selecting two worthy agencies to receive recognition and cash awards. Together we are making the world better — tikkun olam. This year, the committee has chosen BookBuddiesOnline (BBOL) as one of the award recipients. A literacy project of Emerson Academy @ UUCGN (Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Greater Naples), BBOL is a summer program

aimed at giving the top academic-achieving high school students from economically challenged minority ethnic populations a head start in preparing for college. Emerson Academy was started as a collaborative effort of the Collier County Branch of the NAACP and UUCGN. The mission of BBOL is to keep elementary school children reading at or above grade level with the hope of instilling a love of reading at an early age. Each grade school student, with the support and participation of parents, is paired with a high school volunteer tutor, who will earn community service hours for tutoring in the program. The student and tutor use a Webex or Zoom meeting platform, ideally for two 30-minute sessions a week. Each reading session is recorded, allowing teachers to later assess the quality of the learning process and measure the child’s reading proficiency and comprehension. As much as possible, grade school students are matched with tutors with the

same ethnic and language backgrounds. It is hoped that BBOL tutors will become strong academic role-model buddies for the students. The format of the tutoring sessions is designed to be fun instead of another version of school. The BBOL program enjoys the enthusiastic support of the administration and faculty of Shadowlawn Elementary School as well as educational reading specialists throughout the Collier County Public School system. Plans in early 2021 include expanding the program into Lee County Public Schools with FGCU college students joining the team of BBOL tutors. The BBOL website, www.uunaples. org/BookBuddiesOnline, provides additional information. On the site, you may also meet Lindsey Abellard and Brittany Nguyen, the Emerson Academy students who conceived the original library-based Book Buddies project. The Human Needs Award Committee is honored to support this program.

Naples Pride to receive JCRC Human Needs Award By Suzanne Cherney, Member, Human Needs Award Committee

n acknowledgement of its vital services to an under-served community, Naples Pride has been selected as one of the recipients of the Jewish Community Relations Council’s 2021 Human Needs Award. A volunteer-based grassroots nonprofit, Naples Pride aims to unite and empower Southwest Florida’s LGBTQ community, to educate, and to foster social change and equality for all. Naples Pride helps meet the needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning community of Southwest

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By Jeff Margolis aples’ own Cantor Donna Azu will present a program on the Jews of Persia as part of the annual Jewish Day and Evening of Learning on Sunday, March 7, at 2 p.m. and on Wednesday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Originally from Southern California, Cantor Azu earned her Bachelor of Music degree in Opera Performance and Music Education from California State University of Long Beach. Prior to attending the Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York City, she earned a California teaching credential in K-12 music and taught both elementary and middle school music and theater. In addition, Donna Azu sang professionally throughout Southern California with Opera Pacific, Long Beach Opera and the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony. Cantor Azu received a master’s degree in Sacred Music from Hebrew Union

Celebrating Jewish Life in Collier County, Israel and the World

“You shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am YHWH.” Leviticus 19: 17-18 Florida from its community center, where it offers support groups for a wide range of individuals in need of support. Examples include the bereaved, veterans, transgender individuals and those suffering from substance dependency. Notably, it offers a professionally facilitated live chat support group for teens. The

focus on youth protection arises from bullying, violence and even family rejection. Young people from the LGBTQ community seriously contemplate suicide at almost three times the rate of heterosexual youth and are almost five times as likely to have attempted suicide compared to heterosexual youth. To serve allies of the LGBTQ community, the Naples Pride Center hosts the monthly meetings of PFLAG, a national organization, some members of which continued on page 5

2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 2201 Naples, Florida 34109-0613 Phone: 239.263.4205 Fax: 239.263.3813 www.jewishnaples.org Email: info@jewishnaples.org Officers Board Chair: Jane Schiff Vice Chairs: Karen Deutsch, Marc Saperstein, Phyllis Seaman Secretary: Rosalee Bogo Treasurer: Elliot Lerner Immediate Past Chair: Alvin Becker

Board of Directors Patti Boochever, Harvey Cohen, Amanda Dorio, Paula Filler, Merlin Lickhalter, Robin Mintz, Les Nizin, William Petasnick, Joel Pittelman, Stuart Price, Nat Ritter, Michael Rubenstein, Jamie Satz, Betty Schwartz, Arlene Sobol, Michael Sobol, Steve Strome, Jay Weiss, Beth Wolff, Jeff Zalasky Past Presidents Gerald Flagel, Dr. William Ettinger, Ann Jacobson, Sheldon Starman, Bobbie Katz, Rosalee Bogo, Judge Norman Krivosha Synagogue Representatives Cantor Donna Azu, Sue Baum, Rabbi Ariel Boxman, Rabbi Ammos Chorny, Shelley Goodman, Rabbi Mark Gross, Sue Hammerman, Rabbi Howard Herman, Stephen P. McCloskey, Rabbi Adam Miller, Rabbi James Perman, Dr. Arthur Seigel, Daryl Sissman, Rabbi Fishel Zaklos Staff Federation CEO/President Jeffrey Feld Reneé Bialek: Program Director Marcy Friedland: Capital Campaign & Planned Giving Director Janine Hudak: Admin. Coordinator Nathan Ricklefs: Database Manager Teresa Zimmerman: Finance & Operations Manager Federation is the central Jewish community-building organization for Greater Naples, providing a social service network that helps Jewish people locally, in Israel and around the world. As the central fundraising organization for Jewish communal life in our area, strength is drawn from organized committees of dedicated volunteers. Programs include: • Annual Campaign & Endowment Fund • Celebrate Israel • Educational & Cultural Programs • Israel Advocacy Committee • Israel Scouts • Jewish Book Festival • Jewish Community Relations Council • Jewish Young Professionals • Jewish Russian Cultural Alliance • Men’s Cultural Alliance • PJ Library • Publication of the Federation Star, Connections and Community Directory • Women’s Cultural Alliance • Women’s Division • Youth Activities Committee – sponsoring youth education and scholarships for Jewish Summer Camp and the Israel Experience

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February 2021

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Messages to your Book Festival Co-Chairs

ith the Jewish Book Festival successfully underway, we can now admit we were rather nervous when the Book Festival launched in December. While we were optimistic that it would go well, we were a bit concerned about how you would respond to a virtual Festival. With a sigh of relief, we are delighted to report that we have received an outpouring of complimentary emails. So, this month, rather than writing a message to you, we thought that we would share some of the messages from you! “WOW! What a wonderful start to our Jewish Book Festival. Last night was amazing and having it on a webinar was great. It all seemed perfect.” ~B. “Great job tonight! We’re finding ways to make exciting events occur virtually.” ~L.

“This morning’s program was outstanding. I am not surprised.” ~J. “Found a parking place, a good seat and even a bit of a morning hors d’oeuvre. Great service, these Jewish Book Festival presentations!” ~M. “I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed Lew Paper’s presentation. I am reading the latest biography of Eleanor Roosevelt and this added some depth to my reading.” ~D. “I thought today’s event with Lew Paper was extremely interesting and very well done. My favorite so far.” ~I. “I really enjoyed Rabbi Corinne’s presentation. Definitely an inspiration to not let yourself get old before your time. She sure is a spunky young 85!” ~L. “Once again, great book discussion! Our family participated in a Passover Seder aboard a cruise ship. Brought back memories.” ~T.

“Yesterday’s Book Festival talk was the best! Debbie Cenziper was such a wonderful speaker, her book sounded so interesting and readable, and I can’t wait to receive my copy so that I can read it.” ~ N. “The Book Festival has been phenomenal! Each book and each author has been exceptional. Your committee has done an extraordinary job in selecting the books and their authors. I’m grateful for the experiences and education that the Book Festival has offered me.” ~L. Here is our favorite comment. It is probably the highest compliment an attendee could pay to an author presenting virtually: “Today was so great that I didn’t even knit during the program! Debbie Cenziper was a fabulous speaker and the story was very interesting.” ~F.

You have no idea how much more well organized you are than other online events! Both your clear communication (and) the technical assistance reduced any anxieties I may have felt.” ~ Elayne Klasson, Love Is a Rebellious Bird “I enjoyed this afternoon and am happy to work with you again on future events. Everything was so well organized...very impressive group.” ~Debbie Cenziper, Citizen 865: Hunt for Hitler’s Soldiers We are gratified that the 2020-21 Jewish Book eFestival is being so well received, but it would not be as successful without the support from our Patrons, Sponsors, Book Festival Committee and the Federation, with a special shoutout to Program Director Reneé Bialek. The Book Festival certainly is a team effort — and we definitely have an A-Team! There are more Book Festival events throughout February and March. Check pages 18 of this issue.

“Debbie Cenziper was excellent! She had an extremely polished presentation, and the format was great. Extremely tough subject matter, but it was the best one so far.” ~A.

We were also pleased to hear from some of the authors: “It was my pleasure to join you, at long last! It was very apparent how much work and thought and planning went into this virtual festival, and you all did such an amazing job, making it feel as close to inperson as possible.” ~Lori Gottlieb, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

“Today’s JBF event with Nessa and Elayne is among the best I’ve seen.” ~D.

“Another tremendous book discussion. Looks like the Jewish Book Festival is batting 1,000!” ~S.

“This whole experience — and the dedicated people involved — has been a lovely one for me, and one that I will treasure.

Susan Pittelman and Robin Mintz Volunteer Co-Chairs, Greater Naples Jewish Book Festival

naples pride...continued from page 4 have long been supportive of the JFGN. These meetings offer a safe, loving, nonjudgmental and supportive environment for LGBTQ individuals as well as for their parents, family and friends. Naples Pride advocates for county-wide ordinances ensuring protection for everyone,

regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity as part of its outreach and educational efforts to combat hate and discrimination. It has launched the Naples Pride Business Alliance, offering a directory of businesses that welcome clients without judgment or denial of services. The

Alliance will also promote Southwest Florida as an LBTQ-friendly travel destination and place to call home. Finally, Naples Pride refers individuals in need to a range of Collier organizations including Project Unity, The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, Legal Aid, St.

Matthew’s House and Jewish Family Services. The Naples Pride Center, located at 2248 Airport-Pulling Road, initially opened in October 2020 with more than 200 in attendance. It is currently open three afternoons a week and for programs and special events.

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February 2021

Capital Campaign spotlight By Marcy Friedland, Capital Campaign & Planned Giving Director

his month, we asked this question of some of our lead donors who purchased naming opportunities for our new building: “Why did you donate to the new building and what does it mean to you?” Below are some of their answers.

Arlene & Michael Sobel “Arlene and I first came to Naples in the late 1990s, then only as part-time snowbirds. Our first involvement with the then Jewish Federation of Collier County was as volunteers. I was working to improve the dated computer systems and Arlene did data entry, filing and other administrative tasks, including Jewish Book Festival record keeping. We both enjoyed volunteering as we witnessed the growth of the organization. Through the early 2000s, we continued to offer our help on various committees. As the Federation grew, so did our involvement. And then the WCA and MCA came into existence. Both of us were involved from the beginning and remain active today. “This commitment included our sense of giving back, not only of time, but of our need to contribute to the many organizations supported by the JFGN. And now, we are honored to leave a living

legacy by putting our name on one of the naming opportunities for the new building, which will be the future of the Jewish Community in Greater Naples for many years to come.”

Linda & Dan Carp “We have always felt that the Jewish community would benefit from a well-funded Federation and a Federation that had the resources to lead important efforts to enhance Jewish life in the Greater Naples area. It had become clear that the community could not support a typical JCC, but that it could support a stronger Federation. “We could see the plan to build a new and much-needed headquarters on land owned by Temple Shalom was the right, financially sound next step to increasing the Federation’s ability to support Jewish life in this area. In addition, we were encouraged to see the cooperation between Temple Shalom and the Federation to make this happen soon. For these reasons, we are happy to support this effort.”

Phyllis & Michael (z”l) Seaman “The questions of why we need a new building, and why we donated, is a

THE JEWISHfor FEDERATION OF(z”l) GREATER BUILDING no-brainer me. Michael and I NAPLES all feel welcome. It should be a place that

moved here full time almost 29 years ago. The Federation was a two-room office space for both Federation and Jewish Family Services. I became a board member within a year or two. As the years passed and our Jewish community grew, the needs grew with it and Federation made two more moves to its present offices. “Now, we have grown beyond expectation with affiliate groups and programming, making it difficult to continue operating in the existing space. The thought of a Jewish “campus” in Naples, with better security for our community, is so important for our Jewish spiritual and social lives. “I look at how far we have come and the bright future ahead. A new home!” PINE RIDGE ROAD VIEW

Jennifer & Marc Fleischer “Our family has been active in the Jewish communities of Rochester, New York as well as in Naples, Florida. We feel it is very important to have a Jewish Federation that is strong and is a place that we

we feel proud of, supporting all the Jewish people in the Greater Naples area. “This is the time for us to have a new and vibrant building with a central location that will now be on the same campus with Temple Shalom. This campus will make it easier for many to attend events in both buildings. The new design for the offices and programming will be modern and inviting. Our family believes that the growing Jewish population of Naples and the surrounding communities need this beautiful new building, and we are very proud and happy to help facilitate it.” We will continue next month with more lead donor answers. Naming opportunities from $5,000 and up remain for you to leave a lasting legacy as well. All pledges can be paid over five years. For more information on how you can make a pledge to the Capital Campaign, and to receive a complete list of naming opportunities, contact me at mfriedland@jewishnaples.org or 239-263-4205.

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ur Capital Campaign total to date is $8.1M! We would like to say Todah Rabah to the following donors, who have contributed $500 or more as of Dec. 16. Interested in adding your name to the list in one of our upcoming issues? Contact Marcy Friedland, Capital Campaign Director, at mfriedland@jewishnaples.org or 239-263-4205. Patricia Adkins Howard & Sheila Agranat Kenneth & Felicia Anchor Michael & Tracy Askotzky Stuart & Tess Axelrod Barry & Sybil Baiman Ronald & Barbara Balser Frank & Stacey Baum Alvin & Sheila Becker Larry & Nancy Bell Shelly Berkle William & Myra Benedikt Bennett & Mardelle Berman Andrew & Beverly Blazar Michael & Margery Bluestein Jerry & Rosalee Bogo Steve & Patti Boochever Braverman Family Foundation Stephen & Rhonda Brazina Jay & Mona Brodsky James & Erica Buchweitz Tom & Barb Carlstrom Barbara Carocci Daniel & Linda Carp Harvey & Katie Cohen Barbara Dave Robert Davidson & Shellie Specter Stan & Karen Deutsch Steven & Shelley Einhorn

Ron & Kathy Emanuel David Epstein & Geraldine Feldman Stan & Mignon Farb Jeffrey & Susan Feld Ronald & Paula Filler David & Eloyse Fisher Marc & Jennifer Fleischer Norman & Madeline Foster Lisa & Sid Freund Marcy Friedland Mort & Myra Friedman Elaine Goecke Annette Goldenberg Gene & Barbara Goldenziel Bill & Carol Goldman David Goldsteen & Marcia Cohodes Avie & Donna Goldstein Alan & Helene Gordon Michael & Ellen Gordon Howard & Sherry Greenfield Hank & Nancy Greenberg Lenore & Rabbi Howard (z”l) Greenstein Merrill Hassenfeld & Paula Brody Lawrence & Deborah Hermalyn Richard & Linda Hertzberg Burton & Carol Hirsch Robert & Amy Hirsch Michael & Susan Horowitz Steve Iser Larry & Wendy Israelite Jewish War Veterans Post 202 Fred &Elaine Kamin Joseph & Merrylee Kandel Mel & Jenny Kaplan Nancy L. Kaplan Dale & Lisa Katz Kaufman Family Jack & Judith Kaufman James Knafo Gary & Deborah Kohler

Gracia Kuller Howard & Gail Lanznar Larry Lechtner Elliot & Helene Lerner Martin & Hilda Levine Sander & Arlene Levit Merlin & Harriet Lickhalter Mark & Arlene Litow Bernard & Bobbie Lublin MCA Howard & Marci Margolis Stuart & Carol Mest Martin Millender Andy & Robin Mintz Les & Gail Nizin Harvey Oriel David & Carol Orloff Marshall & Elaine Paisner Judi & Howard (z”l) Palay William Petasnick & Irene Thompson Charles & Judith Picus Michael Pierce Joel & Susan Pittelman Jimmy & Susan Pittleman Charles & Judith Picus Ben Post & Debbie Laites Stuart & Estelle Price Ilya & Kate Prizel Jeffrey & Sandy Randall Mae Riefberg Nat & Susan Ritter Richard & Ellaine Rosen Lyle & Gloria Rosenzweig Paul Rosofsky Burton Roth Fred & Sandy Roth Ron & Sandy Roth Sam & Judy Roth Michael Rubenstein Kenneth & Sheri Sacks

Howard & Myrna Sadowsky Stephen & Bebe Saks Family Foundation Marc & Joan Saperstein Rose Saperstein Jane Schiff Schiff Family Foundation Anne Schuchman Bill & Caroline Schulhof Les & Betty Schwartz Phyllis Seaman Donald & Arlene Shapiro Floyd & Iris Shapiro Scott & Cathy Silver Russell & Gail Smith II Michael & Arlene Sobol Elaine Soffer Judith Sokoll Howard & Janet Solot Howard & Elaine Specter Mitchell & Lorie Steinberg Stephen & Phyllis Strome Rabbi Malcom Thomson WCA Jerry & Linda Wainick Scott & Hetty Weinstein Max & Ellen Weisberg Jay & Susan Weiss Larry & Laurie Weiss Barry & Iris Weissman Kenneth & Goldie Wetcher Sylvia & Lewis Whitman Brian & Beth Wolff Ed & Ellen Wollman Philip & Cathy Zacks Melvyn & Judy Zahn Jeff & Joni Zalasky Don & Sue Zulanch Barry & Debbie Zvibleman

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Chase the winter blues away with the MCA By Jeff Margolis

lthough February is the shortest month of the year, there is no shortage of activities for MCA members. While all in-person events have been suspended due to COVID-19, members can choose from a vast variety of programs, lectures and films. When programs are presented to our members, we really don’t know how any of them send a message to listeners or the subsequent impact. MCA member Ken Anchor noted that he found the recent documentary film, “My Dear Children,” compelling and personal. How many of us truly knew the terror of being victimized by a pogrom or other anti-Semitic screeds. Many of our families ended up in the U.S. or Canada to escape from the Holocaust. Most Americans know of Dr. Ruth Westheimer as America’s preeminent sex-therapist. This month’s film, “Ask Dr. Ruth,” examines Westheimer’s life in Germany during the Holocaust. While she was sent on a Kindertransport to Switzerland, her parents were not so lucky. Westheimer made her way to Palestine, where she served in the Hagana. Screen the film to learn more. Those who sign up will be provided with a link to view the film with an option to participate in a post-film Zoom discussion on Tuesday, Feb. 2. The monthly Zoom (for now) luncheon will take place on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 11:30 a.m. The topic of the program is “Truth or Consequences: Serving as an Expert Witness.” The presenter is fellow MCA member Dr. Avi Goldstein, a retired periodontist who has been an expert

witness in over 100 cases involving dental malpractice. Dr. Goldstein has had a distinguished career of over 40 years in both the U.S. and Canada. He was appointed as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Surgery at Yale University College of Medicine. Remember, MCA members can register for this program and all MCA programs by going to the website and registering on Wild Apricot. Here are our other upcoming activities:

Travelogue Series The MCA monthly Travelogue Series with Jim Sernovitz continues on Tuesday, Feb. 2 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Jim’s topic this month will be Eastern Europe. These programs have been quite popular, so be sure to register early.

Medical Seminar February’s Medical Seminar will take place on Thursday, Feb. 4 with two distinguished speakers. John D’ Amico will discuss “Physical Conditioning as We Age.” Dr. Larry Goodman will present a program titled, “X-Ray, CT, MRI and Interventional Procedures Demystified.”

Science Group Our Science Group continues its Zoom programming on Tuesday, Feb. 9 with a presentation of “Twilight Zone Moments in the Failure of Material.” This program will be presented by Richard Hertzberg.

Jewish Genealogy The Jewish Genealogy Special Interest

Group meets monthly to assist members in tracing their family roots. The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 9. For more information, please contact Arthur Sissman at genresearch13@yahoo.com.

an informal setting. The February dates are Thursday, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 9 a.m. Be sure to RSVP and bring your own coffee and danish.

Lecture program MCA’S highly regarded lecture program continues this month on Thursday, Feb. 25 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The topic, “The Rosenberg Case,” will be presented by Neil Adelman. Remember, all events require registration. It’s not too late to join or renew your MCA membership. Dues are $90 and include membership in the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. Please visit the website at www.MCAnaples.org. For more information about MCA, please contact Les Nizin, MCA president at There are 3 Ways to MCAnaplespresident@gmail.com.

Conversations program The very popular “Conversations” program continues on Thursday, Feb. 18 at 10 a.m., with a conversation with former Naples mayor Bill Barnett. Barnett spent 28 years in public service in Naples, serving 12 years in city council and 16 as mayor. Don’t miss this enlightening look into local Neapolitan politics.

Virtual breakfast The MCA Virtual Breakfast group is a weekly Zoom get-together of members in

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2. Send an email with your name, email address and phone number to joinMCA@MCAnaples.org. 2. Send an email with your name, email address and phone number to joinMCA@MCAnaples.org. 3. Mail your name, email address and phone number to Larry Israelite, 8820 Savona Court, Naples, FL3.34119. Mail your name, email address and phone number to Larry Israelite, 8820 Savona Court, Naples,

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IAC reviews past, looks to the future By Jeff Margolis

he mission of the Israel Advocacy Committee (IAC) of Greater Naples is to provide the community with information and insights as to what is happening in Israel today. The committee, sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, seeks to provide films, speakers and thoughtprovoking programs that explore such issues as Israel’s security, current politics and the cultural scene. The current 2020-21 season commenced with a presentation by Ambassador Dennis Ross and Professor David Makovsky, which featured a discussion of the historic and future views of the Middle East and what changes in policy may occur under a President Biden administration. Ambassador Ross dissected the role of the U.S. in world events and its leadership position in the Middle East. Professor Makovsky examined the role of the

Palestinians in the coming years with a new U.S. President. Will they still be working toward a two-state solution or a “one state for two peoples” dynamic? He also went on to acknowledge the success of the Abraham Accords. Both speakers warned of the possibility of a fourth election in Israel. The second program of the season featured Galit Peleg, the Interim Consul General for the Consulate General’s office in Miami, who spoke to Zoom viewers on the changing landscape of Israel. IAC chair Harvey Cohen noted, “Over the past years, we’ve been fortunate to bring in-person programs (not Zoom) with topics of interest, from Eric Mandel, who addressed the Palestinian leadership’s agenda vs. a truthful path to peace. We’ve also heard from Jerusalem Post journalist

Prizel, Michael Rubenstein, Mark Schloss, Goldie Wetcher and Reneé Bialek, Program Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples.

Stand with Israel

Herb Keinon and Israeli progressive representatives of the Hand-to-Hand schools as well as the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies.” The committee continues to review and discuss programs and speakers for future presentations. Zoom programming will continue until it is deemed safe for all of us to gather in person. The current members of the IAC are Chair Harvey Cohen and members Ron Agronin, Myra Benedikt, Fran Goldman, Monica Goodwin, Diane Hahn, Jerry Kumin MD, Jeff Margolis, Ilya

The State of Florida recently announced that it has approved a design for a “Stand with Israel” license plate. Designed by an artist from Boca Raton, the new plate will become available as soon as there are 3,000 requests for it. There is an additional charge for this unique plate. Contact the Division of Motor Vehicles for details. For information about IAC programs or to make suggestions for future events, please contact program chair Harvey Cohen at hwcohen@gmail.com. The IAC is here to shine the light of education, information and dialogue so our community members are better advocates for Israel.

For a continuously updated community calendar, visit the Federation’s website at www.jewishnaples.org.

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February 2021

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WCA adds several stops along the Zoom highway By Susan Pittelman, WCA Publicity Coordinator

hen writing about WCA’s successful transition to Zoom in the March 2020 Federation Star, I had no idea of the scope of activities WCA would soon be offering on its “new” Zoom platform. I think you will be as surprised – and impressed – as I am at the extent of WCA’s virtual programming. Previous articles described our flourishing Speaker Series, WCA North and WCA South activities, and our extremely successful Welcome Back “Happy Hourand-a-Half.” Now read about several WCA interest groups that are thriving using Zoom:

Single Girlfriends Started in 2016, this group meets monthly to provide a social opportunity for single women to have fun and make lasting friendships. During the pandemic, the group added a second monthly meeting to discuss movies they view in advance. Gusti Rosenauer, the group’s facilitator, explains, “We are able to share tips for coping with social isolation and help members who may need assistance, but most of all, we meet to enjoy each other’s company. It has been a pleasant surprise how Zoom allows us to happily connect with each other. We all greatly appreciate that WCA provides Zoom for our use.”

The Couples Group With more than 500 couples, this is one of WCA’s most popular interest groups. Creating an interesting, interactive couples’ program on Zoom presented a challenge that was successfully met! In December, the Couples Group held its first Zoom event — a Chanukah party planned by Felicia Anchor. Couples lit menorahs, sang songs and then joined breakout rooms to share Chanukah memories. It was such a huge success that another virtual event has been scheduled for February — a book discussion of “House on Endless Waters” by Emuna Elon. Couples Group facilitator Phyllis Strome comments, “While meeting on Zoom is not as good as meeting in person, it does offer couples the opportunity to have a very enjoyable evening.”

Mel and Leslie Springman after lighting their menorah at the Couples Chanukah party

Let’s Knit and Stitch This group started in December 2009, shortly after WCA first began. After meeting monthly in women’s homes for several years, under the direction of Barbara Karp and Luba Rotsztain, the group started meeting at Pelican Isle Yacht Club. Approximately 24 women would enjoy lunch and then show off their latest knitting, crocheting and needlepoint projects, which included tallit, bookmarks, blankets and even dresses. When COVID-19 struck last March, they stopped meeting. Barbara confessed that when Elaine Soffer suggested meeting via Zoom, she was very reluctant, but agreed to try. Surprisingly, many members of the group (about 20) wanted to participate. At first, the meetings began as usual, with “Show and Tell.” Then the conversation would branch out to unrelated topics. Barbara now picks focus questions for these discussions. Everyone enjoyed the gatherings so much that they now meet twice a month! Barbara comments, “Before, women would just talk to the people sitting next to them, but now they can talk with everyone. Most of us have known each other for a very long time, but never had a chance to share so much before. It is absolutely wonderful.”

The New Yorker This discussion group is now led by Dina Shein, Luba Rotsztain, Patricia Trumps and Judy Wertz, after having been led by Linda Smith for many years. Since COVID-19, participants meet monthly on Zoom to read and discuss one fiction

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WCA members participate in lively discussions at gatherings of the New Yorker and one nonfiction article that have been selected by the discussion facilitators. Dina comments, “Meeting through Zoom enables people who are not in town to join us. We typically have 35 women participating. It’s wonderful!”

New Yorker 2 The New Yorker discussions were so popular that a second monthly discussion group began last season, with Estelle Rauch as the liaison. Participation in the New Yorker 2 is limited to 15 women, to ensure that there can be a highlevel discussion of the nonfiction and short stories. Estelle comments, “This is a sophisticated group of readers and writers, making for dynamic discussions. Zoom has had its challenges, especially when we first started to use it, but with wonderful support from Elaine and Nancy, we are now Zooming successfully.”

Contemporary Fiction This active group has been growing for about 18 years, having started while WCA was still Brandeis Women. Recently, the focus expanded to include more historical

contemporary fiction. In April, the group started holding its monthly meetings on Zoom, with about 20 to 50 women participating in each discussion. Sue Bookbinder, the group’s liaison, feels that meeting on Zoom has brought numerous benefits. “Members from anywhere can participate. Pre-pandemic, we had to hold two sessions a month to accommodate the larger group of women who were here in season. Now, we can accommodate any number of women, up to 80! Participants also enjoy meeting on Zoom — they don’t have to travel to the session, they can call in from their northern home and they don’t have to wear shoes! I love using Zoom. I love that the women’s names show up on the screen, making it easier to call on someone who wants to speak. And I like seeing everyone’s face up close,” she says. The WCA article in the March Federation Star will describe several other programs and interest groups successfully meeting on Zoom. A special thank you to Elaine Soffer, Robin Mintz and Ann Cowen for their technical assistance in setting up many of WCA’s Zoom meetings!

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February 2021

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t has been a long time coming, but it finally happened! On Dec. 8, 2020, the Board of Collier County Commissioners gave Naples Senior Center (NSC) the super-majority vote it needed to move ahead with “A New Era for Seniors!” In a four to one vote, commissioners approved the rezoning needed for us to build a 30,000-square-foot, two-story building on 13.7 acres in North Naples. The property is located on the corner of Oakes Boulevard and Autumn Oakes Lane, just one block south of Immokalee Road. Naples Senior Center is working with architectural firm Stofft Cooney for design, and Build LLC for construction. The new Naples Senior Center is being designed with plenty of room for the many programs and activities offered as well as a designated wing for our dementia respite programs on the second floor. Also on the second floor will be

offices for geriatric case management and administration. The weekly “Lunch and More” program will have room for up to 300 attendees. An expanded area for the food pantry will be on the first floor. NSC will continue to offer dementia respite programs on Marco Island. Of particular importance, is that NSC will now have outdoor space for a gardening program and meditation gardens. There will be walking trails and flexible areas for art classes, tai chi and other exercise programs. The property will be surrounded by lush landscaping, and five acres will remain as an undeveloped preserve. Patty and Jay Baker have generously given the lead gift. The Richard M. Schulze Foundation provided a challenge grant, which has been met. NSC also received a gift from the Brookdale Foundation Group and many generous gifts from the NSC Board of Trustees. There are many opportunities to become involved in this exciting project, including naming opportunities. For more information, please contact me at 239-325-4444 or jfaffer@naplesseniorcenter.org. We thank the community for the support!

Temple Shalom events

emple Shalom offers many virtual opportunities to stay connected. In addition to the events listed below, please visit our YouTube channel, Temple Shalom Naples, for beautiful music from Cantor Donna Azu, and previously recorded programs from Rabbi Adam Miller, Cantor Donna Azu, Rabbi Ariel Boxman, Rabbi James Perman and Rabbi Frank Muller. Follow us on Facebook, Temple ShalomNaplesFL, for informational links and live content. For Zoom links to our other programs and events, please send a request to info@naplestemple.org. Shabbat services - Temple Shalom’s Shabbat services are held via our livestream (found on our website under the Media tab) and Facebook Live on the Temple Shalom Facebook page, Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. Havdalah service - This service is held every Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. live on our Facebook page and interactive on Zoom. Please email info@naplestemple. org for the link.

Saturday Morning Torah Study Held every Saturday at 9 a.m. via Zoom. Please email info@naplestemple.org for the link. Stories of Music, Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 10 a.m. via Zoom - Facilitated by Cantor Donna Azu, Stories of Music is an adult education project of the Lowell Milken Fund for American Jewish Music at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. Each class offers a broad range of musically related topics about the American

Jewish experience through stories of the evolving nature of Jewish music. On Feb. 3, the topic will be, “The Times They Are a-Changin’ (Part 1) Trends and Innovations in Jewish Music.” Please email info@naplestemple.org for the Zoom link. Decade of Distinction Scholar Series Five world-class scholars will interact with us in a series of virtual learning opportunities. Generously underwritten by the Shirley and Henry Kraus Scholarin-Residence Fund, the dates and scholars are as follows: Feb. 9 at noon - Rabbi Sally Priesand, the first female ordained rabbi in North America. Co-sponsored by the Temple Shalom Sisterhood and Men’s Club Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. - Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, a preeminent scholar of ChristianJewish relations, early Christianity and feminist Biblical interpretation at Vanderbilt University. Feb. 24 at TBA - Rabbi Norman Cohen, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Midrash, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion March 4 at 7 p.m. - Rabbi Gary Zola, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of the American Jewish Experience & Reform Jewish History at Hebrew Union CollegeJewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR) in Cincinnati. March 8 at TBA - Rabbi David Ellenson, Ph.D., Chancellor Emeritus of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. Please email info@naplestemple.org for the Zoom link. For more information, go to www.naplestemple.org or call 239-455-3030.

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February 2021

HOLOCAUST MUSEUM & COHEN EDUCATION CENTER

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Hope: A powerful state of being Susan Suarez President & CEO

ith a tumultuous year behind us and the growing availability of multiple COVID19 vaccines, the world has hope for a better year. A recent webinar about “Hope Theory” noted that hope is more than just a feeling — it is a powerful state of being. If we can learn how to find and amplify hope in our lives, we have a focus that will help us through the darkest of times. Sometimes it takes great courage to be hopeful. Holocaust survivor Viktor Frankl, in his book, “Man’s Search for Meaning,” talks about the terrible effects the loss of hope had on his fellow prisoners. Once they lost it, many died soon after. But during the horror of the Holocaust, he also saw examples of the extraordinary power having hope gave people.

Girl Power exhibit You will find examples of this power in the exhibit currently on display in the Museum’s Estelle and Stuart Price Gallery.

“Girl Power – How Women Impacted the Holocaust and Beyond” profiles a variety of women whose hope prompted them to take astoundingly brave actions on behalf of others. Their stories span the 20th and 21st centuries and include younger and older women from a wide variety of backgrounds. The Girl Power exhibit is based on the theme for this year’s Education programming: “Heroes, Heroines and Helpers.” The personal stories of the Holocaust programs shared help students and the public remember the lessons of the Holocaust and inspire them to act against the bigotry, hatred and violence in our world today. The programs serve to ensure that memories of hope and action do not fade away.

with lesson plans and student activities. The workshops are sponsored by the Merrill Kuller Educator Series and the Florida Department of Education Commissioner’s Task Force on Holocaust Education.

“Hidden Children” A very special Zoom program about parents’ hope for their children’s survival during the Holocaust will be presented on Feb. 24, 2021. “Hidden Children” will feature interviews with three Southwest Florida residents who were hidden during the Holocaust. Reneé Beddouk, Maud Dahme and Reneé Fritz will share their stories of the brave people who took them in and saved their lives. All of these women have graciously participated many times in the survivor presentation programs we offer to both student and public audiences. RSVPs are required to receive the Zoom link. There is no charge to attend. Visit our website at HMCEC.org for more information and to register.

Holocaust education COVID-19 has delayed the return of visitors to Southwest Florida classrooms, so our education department has revised many of our key student programs for online use. This availability, along with active contact through phone calls and emails, enables us to continue assisting teachers, students and parents, meeting state-mandated requirements for teaching about the Holocaust. Our Teacher Workshops on the theme of “Genocide” are available monthly online and on our YouTube channel. They come complete

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are followed, among them social distancing, use of masks by guests and staff, and sanitizing of commonly touched areas, such as door handles. The new tours are the “Private Group Self-guided Tour,” which uses tablets, the “Morning Docent-led Tour” and the new “Perfectly Paradise Authentic Experience Tour,” created in conjunction with the Naples/Marco Island/Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau. Preregistration and a minimum of four attendees is required. More information on rates and schedules is available on HMCEC.org under the “Visit” tab. Select the “Special Tour Programs” in the drop-down menu. Please visit our website for updates on other programs and to sign up for our monthly e-newsletter. We know the next several months will be difficult, but hang on to your hope. As the “Hope Theory” webinar noted, “When things are hard and hope is low, remember that hope is always present, and that hope is sparked by desire. As desire grows, so does hope. Allow that to be your tether to better times ahead.” Thank you for your support of our mission and the programs that allow us to spread the message of hope for a better world to students and the public.

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Hidden children

True stories of hidden children are fascinating, including those of our local hidden children Ida Margolis GenShoah Chair

ou have all heard of the “Hidden Children of the Holocaust.” The story of one hidden child, “The Diary of Anne Frank,” has sold over 30 million copies and been translated into 70 languages. Millions have seen the play (first produced in 1955) and the film. For many, this book was their first introduction to the Holocaust. But every hidden child has a story, along with every survivor. It has been documented that as many as 1.5 million children were murdered or died at the hands of the Nazis during WWII in one of the most appalling chapters of Holocaust history. Only 6 to 11% of Europe’s prewar Jewish population of children survived (USHMM). Among the European Jewish children who survived, thousands of children amazingly survived because they were hidden. These children, who were usually in constant fear and danger, were often given a new identity and faced constant difficulties. In some instances, the children were in hiding with Christian families or religious

i n s t i t u t i o n s , w h e re t h e y Her aunt had found a family hoped the child could pass as with whom she lived for over “Aryan.” Some children were three years. hidden in basements or attics There is much more to and were always in fear of these stories of courage and being discovered. Some were struggle, so please be sure to left abandoned, using their join us and encourage others, own resourcefulness in order including older children, to survive. to watch. When the war finally ended, Maud Dahme Reneé Fritz Reneé Beddouk “Our Stories” many children who were Dahme, Reneé Fritz and Reneé Beddouk. adopted or were in religious institutions The Annual “Our Stories” for 2gs and All that is necessary to view this prowere never told about their earlier lives, their guests will have to be on Zoom this gram is to go the Holocaust Museum never learning their true identities. Many year. Nevertheless, it will be good to see & Cohen Education Center website at families were never able to be reunited, the 2gs, who will join in to share their hmcec.org or call 239-263-9200. and some who were reunited often sufstories, and the positive aspect of Zoom Maud Dahme was hidden by Chrisfered scars from the trauma of war. is, of course, that 2gs can join us from tian families as a child in the Netherlands. The U.S. Holocaust Memorial wherever they are. She was 6 years old and her sister was Museum has an extensive bibliography The theme for the stories this year is 4 when they were taken to families of books about hidden children, includ“A Hero in Your Life,” which relates to and hidden. ing historical works, testimonies, film the theme for our programs this year, Reneé Fritz was just 3 when she, her and video, and museum web resources “Heroes, Heroines and Helpers.” mother and relatives were hidden in Bel(USHMM.org). The true stories of hidVisit the Holocaust Museum website gium, but Fritz was taken to a convent den children range from gut-wrenching at hmcec.org in order to get the Zoom where she began her “new life.” to fascinating to unbelievable. No fiction link. The program will take place at Reneé Beddouk lived in Paris, but is necessary. 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14. in 1940, with the encouragement of an We are so fortunate to have extraordiFor more information, contact Ida at aunt, her family went to the free zone. nary individuals in our community who genshoahswfl@gmail.com. were hidden children of the Holocaust and are willing to share their stories with us. Three of these individuals will share SAVE THE DATE their amazing stories on a virtual program • Our Stories for 2gs and guests, Sunday, Feb. 14, at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, at 4 p.m., when • Hidden Children, Wednesday, Feb. 24, at 4 p.m. you will get to hear the stories of Maud

A heroine worth remembering

Even if you recognize the words of Hannah Senesh, you may not know her heroic story By Ida Margolis, GenShoah Chair My God, My God May these never end… The sand and the sea The rustle of the waters The brilliance of the sky The prayer of Man. Did you recognize “Eli Eli,” the above poem? You likely heard it as a song in English or the original Hebrew. It is nearly always included in Yom HaShoah programs. This is only one of the many beautiful poems written by young poet Hannah Senesh.

Senesh was born in Budapest on July 17, 1921, to a distinguished Hungarian Jewish family. Her father, who died when she was a child, had been a wellknown writer. When Senesh encountered anti-Semitism during her high school years, she decided to learn more about her Jewish origins and discovered the Zionist movement. She joined a Zionist youth movement and learned Hebrew. In 1939, after finishing her high school studies, Senesh went to Palestine to study agriculture. She joined a kibbutz and

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Senesh is a figure of great renown in Israel, though largely unknown in most of the world, even though many people have heard her words and been moved by her beautiful poetry. Fortunately, her poetry is easily available, books about her have been written, and recently, a very moving play about her was produced by the Folksbeine National Yiddish Theater. A wonderful film was made about Senesh, “Blessed is the Match,” which has been shown locally and on PBS. Hannah Senesh is like the stars and special people she wrote about, “There are stars whose radiance is visible on Earth though they have long been extinct. There are people whose brilliance continues to light the world even though they are no longer among the living. These lights are particularly bright when the night is dark. They light the way for humankind.” She is indeed a light for humankind, a heroine worth remembering.

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Series and obit catch-up Stars of David

By Nate Bloom, Stars of David Contributing Columnist

ditor’s Note: Persons in bold are deemed by Nate Bloom to be Jewish for the purpose of this column. Persons identified as Jewish have at least one Jewish parent and were not raised in a faith other than Judaism — and do not identify with a faith other than Judaism as an adult. Converts to Judaism, of course, are also identified as Jewish. “Coyote,” a new series, started streaming on CBS All-Access on Jan. 7. Michael Chiklis stars as Ben Clemens, a veteran Border Patrol agent who is forced to work for Mexican smugglers of undocumented immigrants. Mark Feurstein, 49 (“Royal Pains”), has an important recurring role as Frank Kerr, a successful psychologist who is married to Clemens’ ex-wife. Over on ABC, the comedy/drama “Call Your Mother” premiered on Wednesday, Jan. 13 (9:30 p.m.). Kyra Sedgwick, 55 (“The Closer”), stars as an “empty-nester” mom whose adult children live far away. She decides to move near them and reinsert herself in their lives — and the kids are surprised that they do need her. Sedgwick’s mother was Jewish and she identifies as Jewish.

Dawn Wells, who played Mary Ann — the “Girl Next Door” — on the everpopular “Gilligan’s Island,” died on Dec. 30, age 82, from COVID-19 complications. In interviews, she seemed to be just the same sweet person she was on the series, which was created by the late Sherwood Schwartz. Her death leaves Tina Louise, 86 (“Ginger”), as the only surviving cast member. Yes, Louise, born Tina Blacker, is Jewish. She’s never talked about being Jewish, but her only husband was Jewish and he was the father of her only child. Wells was not close to Louise, but she was very friendly with the others off stage. She stayed very much in touch with Natalie Schafer, who played Mrs. “Lovey” Howell. Schafer, who was born into a rich New York Jewish family, would never tell Wells her age. But, in her 1991 obituary, it said she was 91 at the time of her death. Wells contacted her doctor, who told her Schafer wanted her age in her obituary. She wanted the world to know that “even at 91, she would go out every day for lunch and swim nude in her pool.” As I write this (Jan. 5), actress Tanya Roberts has just died. Roberts, 65, a very

“hot” woman, wasn’t a major star, but she had some good roles: she was an “angel” in the last season (1981) of “Charlie’s Angels;” she co-starred in the cult fantasy classic, “The Beastmaster” (1982), opposite “beefcake” actor Marc Singer, now 72; she was the “Bond Girl” in “A View from the Kill” (1985); and she was a cast member of “That ‘70s Show.” She played the mother of lead character Donna (Laura Prepon, 40) from 1998-2001. Years later, she revealed that she left the series because her husband, writer Barry Roberts, was terminally ill with encephalitis. Barry, like Tanya, was from the Bronx. A personal source who knew Barry in high school told me he was Jewish. Barry and Tanya wed in 1974. She nursed him for five years until he died in 2006. For decades, her bios repeated the same thing — that she was born in 1955, the daughter of a Jewish mother and an Irish father. Well, a friend and I did some record checking. Turns out that Tanya, born Victoria Blum, was born in 1949. Her father, Oscar Blum, was Jewish. Her mother, Dorothy Smith, was English, and it’s unclear if she was Jewish. I don’t fault Roberts for shaving six years off her age

in youth-obsessed Hollywood. But maybe it explains why she had no interest in correcting online bio details. A reboot of the ‘80s TV series, “The Equalizer,” starts on CBS on Feb. 7 (8:30 p.m.). Queen Latifah stars as Robyn McCall, an enigmatic woman with a mysterious background, who uses her extensive skills to help those with nowhere else to turn. Adam Goldberg, 50, is a main cast member. He’s best known as the star of the “Hebrew Hammer” movies and as the Jewish army soldier who tragically dies in a one-on-one fight with a Nazi soldier near the end of “Saving Private Ryan.” Another CBS new series, “Clarice,” starts on Feb. 11, at 10 p.m. It follows FBI agent Clarice Sterling a year after (1993) the events depicted in the film, “The Silence of the Lambs.” Michael Cudlitz, 56, a big burly guy whose father is Jewish, plays a main cast character. The series was created by Alex Kurtzman, 47, and Jenny Lumet, 53. Lumet is the daughter of the late, great director Sidney Lumet (“Dog Day Afternoon” and “12 Angry Men”). Lena Horne was her maternal grandmother. Her husband, Alex Weinstein, is an artist.

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Operation Long Jump leaps off the pages

Join us at the Book Festival on Feb. 15 as Howard Blum shares this never-before-told story. In the meantime, enjoy this review of Night of the Assassins. By Carole J Greene, JBF Committee member

eaders of mystery and thriller novels enjoy trying to figure out “whodunnit” or how the good guys will out-run, out-think or outmaneuver the bad guys. They know the good guys will win in the end, but they love to use their own skills to arrive at the same denouement the author creates. And woe be unto anyone who spoils it by blabbing the ending. The question arises: how can you enjoy a nonfiction thriller if you already know how it ends? The answer lies in what Howard Blum does so expertly in Night of the Assassins. Recognizing history has already told readers that Hitler’s plan to kill President Franklin Roosevelt, Prime Minister Winston Churchill and Marshal Joseph Stalin in November 1943 did not work, Blum uses exquisite language and fascinating details to keep readers totally invested in the story. Their minds play along as if the outcome is a surprise. The narrative shifts between the efforts of Nazi spies organizing multi-pronged attack formulas and those of Secret Service Agent Mike Reilly, FDR’s “I’ll take a bullet for you” head of security. Walter Schellenberg, leader of the Nazi group, is the SS general heading Section 6 of the RSHA (Reich Main Security Office). Two other major players on the Nazi side are Canaris and Skorzeny. Admiral Wilhelm

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called “Most Dangerous Man in Europe,” hopes that, by killing the Big Three, he will earn the title “Most Dangerous Man in History.” After discarding several unworkable assassination plans, Schellenberg settles on waiting until all three are together, then sending in commandos armed with bombs and machine guns. Blum’s meticulous research is apparent, as he sets up, then tears down plan after plan. Thanks to Allied documents that a spy discloses to Hitler’s team, Tehran, in late November 1943, is identified as the best opportunity to do the deed. The first Canaris-trained commandos parachute into the area only to be met by Russian troops tipped off to their arrival. None of the parachutists survive. A second group soon follows. They too

are neutralized. The success of the operation depends on a third group of only six commandos. Will they be discovered? How close will they get? Blum juxtaposes Nazi plots against Mike Reilly’s considerable worries and thoughtful plans to protect FDR against killers who could come from anywhere at any time. Tensions escalate! Not only do the events themselves excite, but Blum’s skilled use of metaphorical language also enhances readers’ enjoyment. For example, “. . . make sure that when the Nazis pitched their tents in Iran, the natives would enthusiastically help them pound in the stakes.” Another, “…a ragtag caravan of battered trucks and wheezing camels started its journey across the desert sands, toward… the challenge of their historic mission.” Historic missions need memorable code names. This one was originally called merely “long-range operations,” until Schellenberg, in a moment of spontaneous inspiration, refers to it as “a long jump.” Thus was born Operation Long Jump. In Blum’s capable hands, the true spy saga leaps off the page.

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How an auto race defeated Hitler

Buckle your seat belt and get ready to join the Book Festival on March 3 as we learn about the death-defying car race upset of all times. In the meantime, enjoy this review of Faster. By Steve Brazina, JBF Committee member

aster is more than a brisk new book about auto racing on the eve of World War II. Through Grand Prix racing, we see the seeds of the coming war. Not only a great read of early auto racing in Europe between the wars, Faster puts sports, politics and passion on a collision course. If you liked Seabiscuit and Boys in the Boat, you will find that Bascomb does for auto racing what those books did for horse racing and rowing. The book nearly sizzles as this true story reveals the spirit and endeavor of humanity. Every turn of every chapter makes your heart beat a little “faster.” Bascomb has a gift for understanding the main characters and what drives them. His in-depth bios of the drivers capture the camaraderie of the diverse racers giving way to the nationalism and racism building in 1930s Europe. The gripping story reminds us of the power of heroes to inspire during dark times. Readers might characterize this as a David vs. Goliath story. Hitler’s Third Reich in the 1930s engulfed much of the culture in its geographic sphere, including the Grand Prix racing circuit. Pitted against this Goliath were an American heiress, a top driver banned because of his Jewish heritage, and a down-on-its-luck French automaker. They banded together to challenge Hitler’s dominance in Grand Prix racing. What evolved, almost as a miracle, was a remarkable race that Hitler tried to erase from history. Despite being one of the smallest racing teams of all times, the French car and Jewish driver defeated Hitler’s Mercedes several times; Hitler was outraged. So irate was Hitler, that as soon as possible after the Nazis took Paris,

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Hitler’s henchmen — a Gestapo officer and several uniformed subordinates — stomped into the Automobile Club de France (ACF). The cavernous library of the ACF housed all race archives since 1895, an invaluable collection that chronicled remarkable French wins as well as ignoble defeats. In Bascomb’s own words, “’Bring me all the race files,’ the Nazi ordered the young ACF librarian. The voluminous records were boxed up and brought

out on a cart. While his subordinates hauled them away, the Gestapo officer turned to the librarian. ‘Go home and never return here, or you’ll be arrested.

We will write the history now.’ The tale of René Dreyfus, his odd little Delahaye race car, and their champion Lucy Schell was one of the stories that Hitler would have liked struck from the books.” Bascomb has created an expertly researched tale of how a band of dreamers risked everything to challenge evil. Faster brings to life the glamorous pre-war era and the sport that defined it. It chronicles one of the most inspiring, death-defying upsets of all times: a symbolic blow against the Nazis during history’s darkest hour.

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21 Authors • 19 Events

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Check the events you will be attending for easy reference:

a o Thursday, Dec. 3 • 7:30 p.m., Lori Gottlieb

o Wednesday, Feb. 3 • 10:30 a.m., Raffi Berg

a o Wednesday, Dec. 9 • 7:30 p.m., Andrew Michael Blauner

o Monday, Feb. 8 • 7:30 p.m., Alan Zweibel

a o Friday, Dec. 11 • 10:30 a.m., Elayne Klasson & Nessa Rapoport

o Wednesday, Feb. 10 • 1 p.m., Steven E. Zipperstein

a o Thursday, Dec. 17 • 1 p.m., Lew Paper

o Monday, Feb. 15 • 1 p.m., Howard Blum

a o Tuesday, Dec. 22 • 1 p.m., Rabbi Corinne Copnick

o Sunday, Feb. 21 • 7:30 p.m., Jonathan Reed Kaufman

o Wednesday, Jan. 6 • 3 p.m., Debbie Cenziper a

o Wednesday, March 3 • 7:30 p.m., Neal Bascomb

o Monday, Jan. 11 • 4 p.m., Susan Jane Gilman a

o Thursday, March 11 • 1 p.m., Ariana Neumann

o Thursday, Jan. 14 • 7:30 p.m., Alexandra Silber a

o Monday, March 15 • 1 p.m., Bess Kalb

o Tuesday, Jan. 19 • 10:30 a.m., Janice Kaplan & Jill Wine-Banks a

o Tuesday, March 30 • 7:30 p.m., Pamela S. Nadell

o Monday, Jan. 25 • 1 p.m., Meg Waite Clayton a

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Eight easy tips for successfully Zooming into the Book Festival

nce you sign up to join a Jewish Book Festival event, peruse these tips for a hasslefree experience. 1. When you enter, your video and mic will be off — so come as you are! No need to dress up. 2. A week before the event, you will receive an email reminder. Please check that the event is on your calendar. If you find that you will be unable to attend, please email Reneé to let her know. 3. Two hours before the event, you will receive an email with the Zoom link. Either flag the email or copy the Zoom link into your calendar so that

you can easily find it. (The link is unique to you. Please do not forward it or you may risk being locked out of the event.) 4. Sign in by clicking on the link. (You can also join by entering the Webinar ID Number and the password.) 5. Before the event begins, you will have the option of using the “Chat” feature to send a greeting to the other attendees. Chat will be turned off when the event begins – except for informative notes that are posted by Reneé. 6. Closed captioning will be available. Click on the closed caption icon on your Zoom window, then choose “select subtitles.”

7. If you have questions for the authors, type them into the Q&A section on your screen. Questions will generally be read after the author’s presentation, but don’t wait until then. Type in your questions when you think of them. 8. Please Zoom into the event 5 minutes early so that you are all set when the

program begins. Enjoy music and slides as well as an opportunity to use Chat to send messages. If you experience a problem signing in, please email Reneé at rbialek@jewishnaples.org. Now, sit back, relax and enjoy the event!

Question: How do I register for a Book Festival event? Answer: To register for an event, visit www.JewishBookFestival.org. Fine print • You will receive a confirmation email after you register. The Zoom link will be emailed two hours prior to each event and is good for your entire household. • Event reservations are not transferable. Please do not forward the Zoom link or you may risk being locked out of the event. • Payments are not tax-deductible. • If a start time or author needs to be changed, you will be notified via email. • If an author cancels, every attempt will be made to reschedule the author; your original reservation will be good for the rescheduled event. (No refunds unless the entire event is canceled.) • Books may be purchased at Barnes & Noble at Waterside Shops and online at barnesandnoble.com and amazon.com. If you have questions, please email Reneé, Program Director, at rbialek@jewishnaples.org.

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Steven E. Zipperstein

Raffi Berg Red Sea Spies: The True Story of Mossad’s Fake Diving Resort

Law and the Arab-Israeli Conflict: The Trials of Palestine

In the 1980s, on a remote part of the Sudanese coast, a new luxury diving resort opened, attracting guests from around the world. Little did they know that the staff were undercover Mossad agents—the Israeli secret service. What began with one cryptic message pleading for help, turned into the secret evacuation of thousands of Ethiopian Jews to Israel. This true story inspired the recent Netflix drama, The Red Sea Diving Resort. Raffi Berg, the Middle East editor of the BBC News website, has extensive experience reporting on Israel and the wider region. The article that precipitated this book was the most-read original feature in the site’s history, with more than 5.5 million readers.

In the late 1920s and 1930s, the Arab-Jewish conflict in Palestine had become as much a battle fought in the courtroom as in the streets. It played out in three separate, little-known trials that primarily focused on two issues: the legality of the Balfour Declaration and the Mandate for Palestine; and the parties’ rights and claims to the Wailing Wall. Zipperstein paints a brilliant portrait of how the arguments made in those three trials continue to resonate today, nearly 100 years later. Steven E. Zipperstein, a former U.S. federal prosecutor, is a Senior Fellow at the Center for Middle East Development at UCLA’s Global Studies program and School of Public Affairs.

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Night of the Assassins: The Untold Story of Hitler’s Plot to Kill FDR, Churchill, and Stalin

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Alan Zweibel will again regale us with his humor when he makes his third At a top-secret conference in Tehran in 1943, President Roosevelt, Prime appearance at our Book Festival. Starting his comedy career selling jokes for Minister Churchill and Premier Stalin meet to discuss further prosecution of $7 apiece to Borscht Belt standups, Zweibel became one of the first writers at the war, which, for the Nazis, was sliding toward defeat. Hitler saw it as his last Saturday Night Live. His new book, Laugh Lines: My Life Helping Funny People chance to turn the tide and devised a plan to assassinate the Allied leaders. A Be Funnier, weaves his own stories with interviews of his famous friends and hand-picked team of Nazi commandos are given six days to accomplish their Book of Festival Co-Chairs contemporaries, and has become a humorous and warmhearted memoir daring assignment. Pitted against them are the head of FDR’s Secret Service Robin Mintz and Susan Pittelman American comedy. detail and a Soviet agent. Alan Zweibel has won multiple Emmy and Writers Guild of America awards Howard Blum is the author of numerous New York Times bestsellers, includfor his work in television. He collaborated with Billy Crystal on the Tony ing AmericanBook Lightning. While atCo-Chair The New York Times, he was twice nominated Carole Author Review Team Phil Jason, Jewish Festival Emeritus Award–winning Broadway playGreene, 700 Sundays, and won the Thurber Prize•for for a Pulitzer Prize for investigative reporting. American Humor for his novel The Other Shulman. Ida Margolis Patti Boochever Judith Finer Freedman Lee Henson Iris Shur Elaine Irene Pomerantz Steve Brazina Susie Goldsmith Carol Hirsch Wednesday, Monday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. • $18 Feb. 15 at 1Soffer p.m. • $10

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February 2021

Elderly, oldster or senior — What do older people prefer to be called? Aging Jewishly — What our traditions tell us about growing old By Rabbi Barbara Aiello

he supermarket checkout line was long and social distancing made it seem longer. As Dorothea and her granddaughter, Lisa, moved forward, the young man ahead of them turned abruptly and left the line. When Lisa called, “Hey Mister, you’re next,” the man sneered and responded, “You can stand there and wait for ‘Gramps’ to count out his pennies. I’m finding another line.” As Lisa watched her grandmother’s smile become a frown, she said to her grandmother, “How disrespectful, calling that old guy ‘Gramps.’ Dorothea nodded. ‘Old Guy’ isn’t such a good choice either. Lisa acquiesced. “Well, Grandma, if ‘Gramps’ and ‘Old Guy’ are wrong, what’s the right way to talk about older people. What’s the right thing to say?” Lisa’s question is a timely one, especially in our politically correct world, where the way someone is described can lead to upset, hurt feelings and misunderstanding. Having been a special education teacher, Dorothea had direct experience with negative stereotypes. She explained, “Years ago, persons with disabilities were called ‘crippled’ or ‘handicapped.’ The image those words portrayed was a negative one. Persons with differences lobbied hard for terms that focused on the positive — on the individual — terms that didn’t lump them together in a group. That’s how we got away from ‘handicapped’ and began to use ‘person with a disability or difference.’ I wish we’d do the same for older people.” Dorothea isn’t alone. In a recent AARP publication, titled “Who You Calling ‘Young Lady’?” (February 2, 2018), authors Amanda Duarte and Mike Albo tackle what they term “ageist language,” and emphasize that pejorative and patronizing terms that describe older adults are harmful, hurtful and should not be used. Like what? Gerontology specialists and professionals who work with older adults explain that terms like “over the hill,” “feisty,” “blue hairs,” “Gramps” and even “the elderly” are demeaning, And older adults report that when they are addressed as “Sweetie” or “Honey,” and told that they are “adorable” or “cute,” they feel as though they are being treated like children. AJAS, the Association for Jewish Aging Services, uses the term “aging population,” while most academic journals and The New York Times’ stylebook caution against using “the elderly” and instead advise that “older adults” and “seniors” are the preferred descriptors.

Interestingly, even the term “senior citizen” has fallen out of favor with some. Susan Jacoby, the author of “Never Say Die: The Myth and Marketing of the Rabbi Barbara New Old Age,” Aiello takes issue, surprisingly, with the term “senior” to describe older adults. Quoted in a recent article in The Atlantic, Jacoby says, “The word ‘senior’ is one of the most common euphemisms for old people, and happens to be the one I hate the most.” Jacoby goes on to say, “Imagine if a newspaper called young voters ‘juniors’ instead of young voters,” and she reminds us that the term “senior citizen” can be inaccurate in that “not every older resident of the U.S. is an American citizen.” In that same Atlantic article, (January 2020), author Joe Pinsker poses the question in the title, “When Does Someone Become ‘Old’?” Pinsker found, “It’s surprisingly hard to find a good term for people in late life.” So let’s ask the experts — seniors themselves. What do older adults in our own community think and feel about how they are described and addressed? Michael R., a man in his 70s says, “I prefer ‘old person.’ It’s short, sweet and that’s what we are,” while Josie C., who just turned 70, votes for “mature person,” and advises that how one prefers to be addressed is related to “a person’s own view of their place in life.” Carol K., in her 90s, gets straight to the point. “I have no problem with being referred to as part of ‘the elderly,’ I mean, that’s what we are.” Frank J. observes that, “When we ‘oldsters’ get together, we call each other ‘geezer,’ ‘codger’ and ‘old coot.’ But we don’t want younger people calling us those names. I guess we’re like all the other groups. We say stuff to each other that we wouldn’t want others to say to us.” Larry K., who will be 99 in July, takes a practical approach. “Doctors, nurses, caregivers, like that, they should ask us how we like to be called and then proceed with caution.” Larry says, “Don’t go using words you don’t understand. There’s a Yiddish word, ‘altakaker,’ that is offensive. I won’t define it. Just take my advice and don’t say it.” Authors Durate and Albo seem to agree with Larry when they emphasize

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that, “Except for a few incredibly insensitive jerks, most of us are increasingly careful to avoid using hurtful language toward people different from us.” Or as Lisa remarked to her grandmother after the incident in the checkout line, “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but names can really hurt me,” — an admonishment that holds true not only in the school yard, but at the “senior” center, too. Authors Durate and Albo also key in on an important

issue when they ask, “Why eliminate hurtful language? The answer is simple – because it hurts.” For 10 years, Rabbi Barbara Aiello served the Aviva Campus for Senior Life as resident rabbi. Her most popular columns are now published in her new book, “Aging Jewishly,” available on Amazon Books. Rabbi Barbara now lives and works in Italy, where she is rabbi of Italy’s first Reconstructionist synagogue. Contact her at Rabbi@RabbiBarbara.com.

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Pharoah’s daughter unplugged By Arlene Stolnitz

e are just past Hanukkah and not even close to Passover, but I am anxious to write my column this month about a group called Pharoah’s Daughter. That name intrigued me when I heard their unique sound. Founder and lead singer of the seven-piece world/rock folk band, Basya Shechter also is known as Cantor and Hazzanista at Fire Island Synagogue, which features an egalitarian conservativestyle service. Her earthy voice blends beautifully with the soulful sounds of the oud (a pear-shaped guitar-like instrument), strings and keyboard, creating a meditative sound at times. Currently, besides acting as cantor at Fire Island Synagogue, Basya is music director and cantor at Romemu Brooklyn, whose mission is to create a place where music can empower us, cause us to feel more deeply, and be of service to the world. She is also associated with a group called Darshan, whose project is to bring Jewish mysticism to prayer through music. And she is part of an ensemble at B’nai Jeshuran’s Shabbat services in Manhattan, where she plays unique instruments such as darbuka (drum), riq (tambourine), frame drum (ancient early drum) and saz (stringed instrument). I learned a lot recently about Basya when watching her in an interview with Matthew Lazar on a Zoom program called, “Taking Note: Conversations About Music in Challenging Times,” hosted by Zamir Choral Foundation. Basya grew up in Borough Park, Brooklyn, in an Orthodox Heredi family. As a young person, she began to question the lifestyle she was born into. More and more, she felt a pull to get away from the Borough Park/Brooklyn/Manhattan/ Catskill scene. She took a gap year in Israel and eventually, due to attitude and behavior issues, was kicked out of the Yeshiva she was attending. From there, she went to Egypt, and while in Cairo, she had an “aha moment” when she heard Mediterranean style music played in a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant! Listening to the Mideastern melodies, she came to realize her musical talents were being stifled by her Orthodox lifestyle. At this time, she had not yet formed her first band, which later was known as

“Band Anonymous.” Influenced by music from folk traditions of the Mideast, she came to realize that West African music is the Arlene Stolnitz “mother” of Egyptian music. Other influences were Arabic, Turkish, Israeli, Chassidic, Hassonish, Gypsy and random forms of Eastern music. In time, she formed the group she is known for today, Pharaoh’s Daughter. So how did the band get the name, Pharoah’s Daughter, which attracted me in the first place? It all has to do with her name “Basya.” According to sources I read, in “Shmot” (Exodus) Moshe is saved by Pharoah’s daughter who was renamed Basya. Given the name by her parents, Basya’s name means “daughter of a higher spiritual source.” “Bat” (Bath in Yemenite and Hebrew) means daughter and “yah” is the first part of the tetragrammaton. In translation, it means “daughter of a higher spiritual form.” And finally, how does Basya’s family accept her leaving Orthodoxy? Her father is not thrilled with her decision; she has a complex relationship with her mother; but presently, there is no tension in the rest of the family. And she is the mother of a wonderful 3-year-old daughter! Basya has turned to a branch of progressive Judaism known as Jewish Renewal, which seems more relevant to her. I encourage you to listen to the recording on YouTube of the Zamir conversation with Matthew Lazar, which gives a more complete understanding of her passion and enthusiasm. To hear her music, I refer you to “Songs of Wonder,” containing the poetry of Abraham Joshua Heschel, which Basya has set to music. Arlene Stolnitz is a retired educator from Rochester, NY., who has lived in Venice, Florida for the last 25 years. Founder of the Sarasota Jewish Chorale, her interest in Judaic Music has led to her column, which appears monthly in Southwest Florida Federation newspapers. She can be reached at arlenestolnitz@gmail.com.

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February 2021

The challah that got us through 2020 Recipe by Chef Dalia

020 … What a year! We have done so much this year. When there is an excess of time at home and a constant hunger, an addiction to baking only makes sense. If there is one good thing that happened as a result of the coronavirus, it has improved our cooking and baking skills, which have been upgraded, without us even noticing. Everyone is baking their way through the coronavirus pandemic. Not to sound like a quarantine cliché, I, too, have turned to baking as a source of comfort. But upon devouring my 20 loaves of challah bread in two weeks, I realized that perhaps I was turning to cooking for more than just emotional and physical escape. My nightly ritual had started to border on meditative — I began to savor my time spent listening to Israeli music and losing myself in chopping, mashing, folding and mixing. This made me think that culinary art cooking, but mostly baking, is actually a therapeutic and it just hit me exactly how it works! Professionals’ culinary art therapy confirmed that cooking can certainly be a form of meditation, and some of them have dedicated their careers to the

development and practice of cooking as therapy. In other words, cooking and baking involves thoughtful meditation that can help a person become more grounded, happier, less anxious, and so much more. So now we have a good reason to go back to bake and eat an extra challah bread every day, without any guilt. Challah is my favorite Friday bread. Well, it is my favorite anytime bread. Everyone who is afraid of making bread, please raise your hand. Well, I wish I could see you and then I wish I could come into your kitchen, hold your hand, and make this bread with you. There are a few reasons for this: First, I’d love to meet more people who read this column. Second, I would like to help dispel the myth that challah bread is scary and hard to make. Third, I would love to share the joy and wonder that is bread baking. Fourth, maybe you would let me take some of the challah bread home because mine is all gone. The first thing you should know about making challah is this: do not be afraid! I find that many people are overwhelmed by the thought of making their own challah. Well, fear no more!

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I have a secret … I was not born a great challah baker. I started making challah at a young age and I made a lot of bad challah. Bread-baking is a lifelong learning process. Just remember, practice makes perfect. Great bread sometimes takes a lot of practice and precision. Even the bad homemade challah is still delicious and perfect, warm out of the oven. Just enjoy the making of your own challah. Worst case, try again next week. Another thing I always say: the difference between good challah and great challah is a high-quality flour. Flour quality matters and will make the difference in your dough. Please do not use just any flour .... and here comes my secret ingredient, and I hope you are sitting down for it … I use pizza flour (also called flour 00). It is sold today in every supermarket. This flour made a world of difference for my challah baking. I’m giving you a great recipe, but the real magic comes in the simple way of braiding this challah. The simple braid is impressive and will bring the house down. One of the main stars of the carb attack in Israel, this year more than any other year, belongs to the challah, and the truth is, after you try this easy and tasty challah recipe, you will fully understand why. Challah bread is a treat, but I know the distinctive braiding of the loaf might

Personal Chef Dalia Hemed can be reached at daliahemed@msn.com. be something you’re not quite ready to handle. Instead, try this pull-apart challah recipe that is baked in an oval challah baking pan. Before you know it, you’ll be pulling off pieces of this delicious challah bread and telling everyone nearby that, “they must try this bread now before you eat it all!” This recipe makes two large challahs.

Ingredients for the recipe 1¾ cup water 2 tbsp. dry yeast 6 tbsp. white sugar ¼ cup olive oil 2 eggs 1 tbsp. salt 7 cups pizza flour For Topping 8 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. dried basil 1 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. dried thyme ½ tsp. garlic salt ½ tsp. chili pepper Instructions 1. Add water to the bowl of a stand mixer with dough hook. Sprinkle water with sugar and yeast. Stir and let stand 5-10 minutes until foamy. 2. Mix in oil, eggs, salt and 3 cups flour. Stir in additional flour slowly. Add enough flour until dough is smooth. Knead for 10 minutes. Dough should stick to the bottom of the bowl, but clear the sides. It will be soft and slightly sticky. (Can also be kneaded by hand, but will take closer to 10 minutes to achieve a smooth dough.) Cover the dough and let rise until doubled, about 2 hours. 3. Divide dough into 2 equal portions. 4. In a small bowl, combine the oil, basil, oregano, thyme, garlic salt and chili pepper. Set aside.

5. Cut each piece of dough into 12 (total of 24) ping-pong ball size pieces. 6. Roll the pieces into dough balls. 7. Grease 2 oval challah pans and place parchment paper in the bottom of the pans. 8. Layer the balls into 2 pans and brush 1/2 of the oil mixture on top. Cover loaves and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees 15 minutes prior to the full rise. 9. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and immediately brush the rest of the oil mixture on top. Enjoy!

ISRAEL & THE JEWISH WORLD

February 2021

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Israel can teach the world about supporting people with disabilities By JNF Staff

wo thousand years ago, Honi the Sage was walking through the fields near his home in the Galilee when he came upon an old man planting a carob tree. Knowing that it takes at least 70 years for a carob tree to bear fruit, Honi asked the man, “Why are you planting that carob tree? You will never get any fruit from it.” As the old man continued planting, he replied, “Just as my grandfather planted trees so that I would enjoy their fruit, I am planting this tree for my grandchildren.” As Jewish National Fund-USA (JNFUSA) transitions from January’s Tu BiShvat (the Jewish New Year for trees) to February’s Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAAIM), Naples philanthropist and community volunteer Sue Bookbinder is planting her own “seeds” of hope for people with disabilities. In 2003, Sue Bookbinder and her late husband, Art, moved permanently from New York to North Naples to enjoy their retirement. While the couple had retired from their highflying corporate careers, their days and nights soon became filled with a multitude of philanthropic endeavors, in addition to their involvement with the local Federation and temple. Before his passing, Art was Chairman of the Board of Lighthouse of Collier, an organization he helped establish (with Sue’s ongoing support) and grow as Collier County’s first and only rehabilitation organization for blind and lowvision individuals. The cause was close to the Bookbinders after Art was diagnosed with an eye disease decades ago that led to him becoming legally blind. Sue also suffers from Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and like her late husband, she has dedicated much of her life to serving local disability-focused nonprofits. In addition to her work as a Board Member of the Lighthouse foundation and work with other charitable organizations, Sue joined JNF-USA’s Naples Board and says she is determined to highlight the organization’s support of people with disabilities in Israel.

Sue and Art Bookbinder “Our community knows about JNFUSA’s tree planting efforts, yet the organization does so much more, especially in support of people with disabilities,” Sue says. Sue first learned about the organization’s involvement with people with disabilities when the couple was honored at a JNF-USA Tree of Life Award Dinner in February 2020. “During the [Tree of Life] dinner, Art and I shared a table with people from one of JNF-USA’s affiliates, Special in Uniform,” said Sue. “We were moved beyond words by their incredible stories.

There really is nothing else in the universe like their organization! I think that dinner was the catalyst that deepened my involvement with JNF-USA in support of Special in Uniform.” Special in Uniform is an innovative program that integrates youths with disabilities into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and helps prepare them for careers following their army service. In addition to support from philanthropists like the Bookbinders, the Jewish Federation of Naples has also provided financial support for Special in Uniform.

The program was founded to give everyone the opportunity to fulfill their potential and contribute to society, regardless of any disability. Special in Uniform goes beyond the walls of IDF bases, helping its graduates integrate into the workforce and Israeli society in meaningful ways. “The fact that they can take young people with disabilities out of high school, figure out their skills, give them a uniform and then help them get jobs, is beyond incredible,” says Sue. “I’ve worked in HR for most of my life and interacted with people with disabilities, yet the fact that they [Special in Uniform] do this fulltime and that they help people gain skills that can lead to greater inclusion is really amazing. I don’t think we have the same level of support or programs for people with disabilities in the U.S, and perhaps it’s time our county looks more to what Israel is doing in this field.” In the lead up to JDAAIM, Sue believes that the Naples community will dig deep in support of people with disabilities. “Our town is the most altruistic in the world!” Sue maintains. “There’s never been a more important time to get behind JNF-USA. For many of us, the organization helps maintain our connection to the land and people of Israel. As we approach JDAAIM, I want to highlight how Israel leads the world in supporting people with disabilities through organizations like Special in Uniform.” Just as the old man planted the carob tree that would take 70 years to bear fruit, so, too, has Sue ensured that future generations of Israelis, and in particular, people with disabilities, will be supported through her efforts today, tomorrow and for decades to come. In honor of JDAAIM, JNF-USA is proud to announce a $1 million match February funding challenge for its work in Disabilities & Special Needs. For more information about JDAAIM, Special in Uniform and how to help ensure no Israeli is left behind, visit jnf.org/disabilities or contact JNF-USA Western Florida Director, Joshua Mellits, at 941-462-1330 x865 or jmellits@jnf.org.

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February 2021

ISRAEL & THE JEWISH WORLD

Boston native makes history as first American woman to graduate Israeli Air Force’s pilot course

e’er Sheva, Israel, December 23, 2020 – Three years ago, 500 ambitious cadets entered the very prestigious Israeli Air Force (IAF) pilot course. Today, only 39 graduated in a special ceremony on the Hatzerim Airbase in the Negev, near Be’er Sheva. Among the graduates was Boston native Lt. O (21), one of only two women graduating from the course this year. Lt. O is the first American woman to graduate from the IAF’s pilot course and will serve as an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Flight Engineer. Lt. O is a member of a small group of women who have completed the IAF pilot course. Women have only gained access to this prestigious IAF course in the last 25 years. Lt. O, who serves as a Lone Soldier, one who joins the IDF with no immediate family in Israel, is the daughter of a Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) New England employee. FIDF provides guidance and support to Lone Soldiers from all over the world, including

demonstrates how one person can secure a future for the broader Jewish community. From all of us in Boston, Mazel Tov and thank you – we are so proud!” said FIDF New England Executive Director Luba Loewenberg.

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Like her older sister, Lt. O graduated from Brookline High School a year early. After a short gap year at 17, in which she backpacked through Central America, she went to Israel and took the IAF’s qualifying exams. Lt. O’s father was a fighter navigator in the IAF. “In addition to making history today, it’s important to remember that Lt. O was not obligated to serve in the IDF but chose to become a Lone Soldier in order to protect Israel. Lt. O

FIDF was established in 1981 by a group of Holocaust survivors as a 501(c)(3) notfor-profit organization with the mission of offering educational, cultural, recreational and social programs, and facilities that provide hope, purpose and life-changing support for the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews worldwide. Today, FIDF has 25 chapters throughout the United States. FIDF proudly supports IDF soldiers, families of fallen soldiers and wounded veterans through a variety of innovative programs that reinforce the vital bond between the communities in the United States, the soldiers of the IDF, and the State of Israel. For more information, please visit: www.fidf.org.

Masha Pearl with survivors receiving a care package

Andy Cohen hosts a Blue Card event.

“In Naples we work very closely with the Naples Senior Center to make sure the special needs of survivors are ideally met. That includes a broad spectrum of grants, not just for essentials, such as food, transportation and medical aid, but also for services including housekeeping, home repairs, and homecare post-hospitalizations. We even make birthdays extra special with little gifts to lift the spirits of our beneficiaries.” During the COVID-19 pandemic, survivors and their families have especially been affected by the dangers of isolation. “We needed to address this issue, including the increased loneliness and anxiety,” says Pearl, adding, “We are thrilled to have LifeStation (http://www. lifestation.com) as our partner to provide remote care services. By utilizing their products and services, our members can maintain their independence longer, remain in their own homes, and better share their health and wellness needs with those dedicated to their care. Through this partnership, our members can engage with a proactive system designed to put their medical and emotional needs first.” Part of the service is receiving an alarm device that the person in need can

activate to call an ambulance in case of an emergency. A 24/7 customer care team provides teleconferences with experts in four languages, through its website. In addition, Blue Card volunteers send uplifting messages, sing a song or read for members in need. The teletherapy service also makes check-in calls to Holocaust survivors to determine if they have any urgent requirements for food or medicine and to remind them that, with LifeStation and Blue Card, they are not alone. As a result of its robust service to those most in need, Blue Card has been highly praised among politicians and across the diverse media landscape. It is eager to get the word out that they are there to help. Given that that the U.S. — like so many other countries — is dealing with another wave of COVID-19 right now, The Blue Card wants to ensure that those in need get the appropriate help. Of course, this stellar charity also wants to engage those who are able to support them, be it via donations or volunteer work. For more information, please visit www.bluecardfund.org.

Photo credit: IAF flights to visit family and friends in their countries of origin; a 24-hour call center for soldiers and their parents; grants and financial assistance; holiday gift packages and vouchers; Shabbat and holiday meals; social networks and gatherings for soldiers and parents; post-service scholarships to those eligible; fun and recreation days; and soldiers’ homes throughout Israel. Currently, about 1,000 Lone Soldiers from the United States are serving in the IDF.

Blue Card fund By Nadja Atwal

ven in 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic keeps impacting our lives, its limitations of mask wearing and social distancing have mutated into plain loneliness for many. As data has shown, our seniors need extra protection from this unpredictable virus, and Holocaust survivors are especially impacted by the repercussions of the recent months. Founded in Germany in 1934, and reestablished in the United States in 1939, The Blue Card’s mission is to provide direct financial assistance to needy Holocaust survivors in the U.S. Many survivors came to this country after World War II and worked in menial jobs. The small pensions from those jobs,

social security and Medicaid simply cannot keep up with the financial needs of these seniors. Blue Card has distributed nearly $40 million to survivors to date, with 100% of annual contributions made by individuals going directly to survivors. Financial assistance is available on a monthly basis for most basic needs, as well as for emergencies, such as medical and dental care, special equipment, rent and utility shut-offs. “The organization’s health precautionary services allow survivors to avoid institutionalization and remain in their homes for as long as possible,” says executive director Masha Pearl.

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COMMENTARY

February 2021

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Meeting the challenges of 2021 Rabbi Fishel Zaklos

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hese are times that try men’s souls,” said Thomas Paine. This past year has tried our souls. We have been tested in ways we never thought possible. We’ve seen and endured so much suffering and pain. How does one deal with the intensity of emotions and challenges of these times? There are three ways: Apathy Sympathy Empathy These three words describe different attitudes one might apply when reacting to the feelings, challenges, pain and loss suffered by our fellow human beings. Each is quite different from the other. Apathy: I don’t see you. I don’t care. Sympathy: Poor you. I see you. You are such a nebbish, a wimp - I’ll help you out of the kindness of my heart. I’ll ask how you’re doing, but I really don’t want to know. I have much to tell you, but there’s nothing I want to hear from you.

Empathy: I see you as a human being. I see you as a child of the Creator. I see you. I hear you. Tell me about yourself. What can I do for you? I have so much to learn from you. We can all agree that no one admires apathy as a moral and aspirational ethos. Sympathy, however, is ambiguous. It sounds great, but it puts people on various rungs of the ladder, where have-nots seem ‘lesser’ than those who have. We look at one another vertically rather than horizontally. Let’s look at the standard-bearer of Jewish leadership: Moses our teacher — Moshe Rabeinu, the famous fellow from the Exodus story. What did G-d see in Moses, making him worthy of leading the Hebrews out of Egypt? What X-Factor made him stand taller than other leaders of the time? His empathy. When he looked at people, he saw a reflection of himself. Their social status did not matter; he loved them. His loving attitude also showed in his original occupation as a shepherd of his father-in-law’s flock. The Talmud tells us G-d was so impressed with his kindness that He felt confident to entrust Moses with the historical task of leading the people into freedom. He was a ‫בעול עם חבירו‬ ‫נושא‬. He walked among the people with

their challenges, helping them carry their load. Moses was truly kind. True kindness is a child of empathy. To give with one’s whole heart is only possible when one does not see the person who lacks as any less than oneself. The homeless beggar, the addict, the person with disabilities is no less human than oneself. They are beautiful and worthy of dignity and respect. We are all God’s children, deserving of empathy, deserving to be seen and heard. Does that mean we have to take on the pain of almost 8 billion people? That is simply not possible. Developing empathy is not about saving the world (an overused cliché); rather, it is about how we interact with our family, friends and community. We lean into our relationships with those close to us, and the ripple effect spreads far beyond ourselves. Here in Collier County, I am truly blessed to be living in an amazing community! This area is so filled with generosity and goodness. Wherever I look, there is so much empathy! Our shared struggle has brought us closer together, and we have learned to lean on one another. It is this perseverance and unity that gives me faith that 2021 will be happier and brighter, because we will make it so! Rabbi Fishel serves at Chabad of Naples.

Appreciation for the joy that life offers Rabbi Adam F. Miller

his past year, I found myself on more than one occasion thinking about the story of the poor man who lived with his wife and six children in a very small one-room house. They were always getting in each other’s way and there was so little space they could hardly breathe! Eventually, the man took his wife’s advice to go see if the rabbi could help. After hearing the story, the rabbi said, “Do exactly as I tell you and things will get better. Do you promise?” “I promise,” the man said. The rabbi then asked a strange question. “Do you own any animals?” “Yes,” he said. “I have one cow, one goat and some chickens.” “Good,” the rabbi said. “When you get home, take all the animals into your house to live with you.” The man was astonished to hear this advice, but he had promised to do exactly what the rabbi said. So, he went home and brought all the animals into the tiny one-room house.

The next day the man ran back to the rabbi. “What have you done to me, Rabbi?” he cried. “It’s awful. I did what you told me, and the animals are all over the house! The goat is smashing up all the furniture and eating everything in sight!” The rabbi said, “Go home and remove the goat.” The next morning he returned and was told to remove the chickens. The day after that the rabbi said to remove the cow. The day after the cow departed, the man came running back to the rabbi again. “O Rabbi,” he said with a big smile on his face, “we have such a good life now. The animals are all out of the house. The house is so quiet and we’ve got room to spare! What a joy!” Friends, this story resonates with us on multiple levels during this pandemic. For some, especially those with children, this story expresses what it has been like with everyone more trapped within their homes. When schools closed and activities stopped, our houses and condos that once seemed large, suddenly began to shrink. Virtual workplaces and virtual school happening under the same roof at the same time — felt very much like having the chickens, cow and goat indoors! As restrictions eased, we began to feel the release of freedom — and a renewed appreciation for the spaces we have.

Looking from another angle, the story also connects to an opportunity that we have right now in Southwest Florida. This time of year, which we colloquially refer to as “Season,” is filled to the brim with activities, events, lunches, dinners and more programs that any one person could possibly attend. In most years, we spend January through April running day after day through our jam-packed schedules. The calendar equivalent of moving not just a chicken, goat and cow into our homes, but also throwing in a horse, donkey and flock of geese! 2021 will be different. Yes, there are still many activities, social events and good causes that call upon us through virtual engagement. But this year, we have time to do more. Time to spend outside appreciating this beautiful place we call home. More opportunities for us to engage in meaningful conversations, where we can really talk about things that matter — and not just say hello across a crowded event space. Time to appreciate the blessings that have been bestowed upon us without worrying that we may be missing the next big thing. Our schedules more open, may this year renew our gratitude for the blessings we have, and our appreciation for the joy that life has to offer. L’shalom. Rabbi Miller serves at Temple Shalom

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Four More Fabulous Events in March

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Neal Bascomb Wednesday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m.

MEMOIR/HOLOCAUST

Ariana Neumann Thursday, March 11 at 1 p.m.

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ORGANIZATIONS

February 2021

JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SWFL

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A Jewish Valentine? Marina Berkovich JHSSWF President

t’s February 14, 1850 and Major General David Emanuel Twiggs, nicknamed “Bengal Tiger” for his fierce temper during his offensive actions in the Seminole Wars in Florida, signs an order for the new fort to be built where Fort Harvie was destroyed by fire eight years prior. The General was about to part with his Southern belle daughter, Marion, who unluckily inherited her father’s disposition and sharp tongue, and was soon to wed Colonel Abraham C. Myers, the chief quartermaster of Florida. Although the fort was renamed in his honor, there is no record that Myers ever visited it. Every building, however, had to be constructed in accordance with plans he personally approved. The new fort soon became one of the finest, if not the most expensive, in the country. So much government money was spent on it during the 1850s, that the War Department opened an investigation. This tangentially Jewish beginning of Fort Myers is not only anecdotally entertaining, but prophetic, as QM General Myers

would ultimately face the blame for the Confederate provisions shortages and be forced into exile. In the Southwest Florida Jewish Pioneers documentary film, “The Labodas of Fort Myers” (2017), Dr. Jerry Laboda covers the fascinating story of Abraham Myers. As part of The Society’s broader mission of historical preservation, we remember and honor the local Jewish heroes. From the pioneers to migrants with important stories and legacies that would impact the following generations for decades, hopefully centuries, into the future, the Southwest Florida Jewish Pioneers inspire and educate. Each broadcast-quality film was created for JHSSWF from the eyewitness testimonies The Society recorded. We recently lost Irving Berzon, one of several nonagenarian Jewish Pioneers featured in The Society’s film series. Integrity of purpose, strength, wisdom and desire to share the gains are just a few commonalities entwined in their stories. By popular demand, we are restarting the weekly screenings of Southwest Florida Jewish Pioneers film series on Sundays at 5 p.m. beginning Feb. 7. Register for ongoing events at jhsswf.org/ swfl-jewish-masterclasses to receive your Zoom login credentials and reminders. Here’s what’s planned for February:

“The Jewish Federation of Greater Naples” (JFGN) is pleased to announce the revival of its popular Golf Tournament, The Federation Cup. This important charitable Event will be held at the challenging Lely Classics Golf Course (East Naples). SAVE THE DATE! October 19, 2021

February 7 – Stuart Kaye, A Mensch For All Reasons Raised on the East Coast of Florida, a very young Jewish professional moves to Naples in the early 1980s and becomes a leader of its Jewish community.

February 14 – The Labodas of Fort Myers They came to Fort Myers as pioneers in 1965. The very first oral surgeon of the region, Laboda’s mother co-started the local Hadassah Chapter, and his wife, the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte counties.

February 21 – Elena Rosner, When Destiny Called

developer into granting her a plot that was designated as “church” to start up a Jewish temple.

February 28 – Judith and Samuel Friedland, The Power of Two Dr. Judith and Samuel Friedland moved to Naples and found success in their professional careers, Jewish community and beyond. If you have a suggestion for the next Southwest Florida Jewish Pioneer story, please email office@jhsswf.org. We thank you for your unwavering support of this small, all-volunteer, local organization.

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America’s story Part 2 Harve Sturm Commander JWV Post #202

he Jewish War Veterans was established in 1896. For over 125 years, it has proven that Jews are an integral component in the defense of America. We have made priceless sacrifices and contributions in America’s growth as a nation. In the years after the Civil War, there were cries that the Jews had not risen up to come to America’s defense. To counter this, 63 Jewish War Veterans came together in 1896 to establish the Hebrew Union Veterans. The Union fought antiSemitism in the armed forces and in the public. We are the oldest continuously operating veterans’ organization in the U.S.A. What does it mean to us, the Jewish Community? We are proud as Jewish Veterans for the service we performed for our country. We are proud that we brought honor and recognition for our people. We are the visible face of Jewish Veterans when in uniform in public. We stand for Jewish pride, identity, and American Military Service to our Nation.

Post 202 recent activities Members from Post 202 recently visited and participated in a Wreath Day Ceremony at Trafford Cemetery in Immokalee. A spectacular turnout of veterans and the patriotic motorcycle group, the Rolling Thunder, participated in this service. Rolling Thunder placed wreaths on more than 150 graves, including presenting the Jewish War Veterans with two

Federation Star

February 2021

Selling Dreams...

One Address at a Time!

Martin Cohn Vice Commander JWV Post #202 wreaths to place over Veterans’ graves at this cemetery. One of these was a Jewish War Veteran. During the month of January, we participated with the VFW Drill Team in several Military Funeral Services. A 21-gun salute was followed by the playing of “Taps,” Following the U.S. Flag Folding Ceremony, the Flag was presented to the family. Families of the veterans were greatly moved and grateful for the veterans providing this service.

Member spotlight Armand “Pep” Pepper, age 94, and a WWII Veteran, states in his biography, “I enlisted in the Army one week after Pearl Harbor at the age of 15 years, 10 months using my older brother’s altered ID...” Go to our website, www.jwvpost202. wordpress.com, for the full story. Scroll down to “Completed Events, January 03, 2021.”

Announcements We invite those who have served in the U.S. military (combat not required) to join us at our monthly meetings. If you are not a veteran, but are grateful for their dedication to our country, you are invited to uphold our values as a Patron Member. To learn more, contact us at jwvpost202@ gmail.com or call 239-272-5999. God Bless America! Correction to the January Federation Star article: David Isaacson is 96 years old, not 100. We regret the error.

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Ben Dubin and his daughter, Rachel will discuss inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the Jewish and secular community.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Truth be Told: What Women Need to Know to Stay Young at Heart in 2021â&#x20AC;? This is a free, virtual, Ms.Medicine event, featuring womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health experts Dr. Lorna Stewart and Dr. Lisa Larkin from the new Ms.Medicine in Naples. All of these virtual programs will take place on Zoom. Some programs are free while others have a fee. More information on all of the above programs can be found throughout this Federation Star and in our Monday weekly e-blast.

Please make sure to register via the link that is provided in the weekly e-blasts. A confirmation email will be sent to you immediately after you register, and the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Zoom link will be emailed to you about two hours prior to the start of each program. If you need help registering, please contact ReneĂŠ at rbialek@jewishnaples.org

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rateful, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what I feel since 2020 has ended. My children and grandchildren are healthy; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all been working remotely, have been resourceful, and have grown physically, mentally and emotionally. We all have plenty of food, shelter and good friends and families we care about and who care for us. I learned to be thankful for what I have, and what I can give to others. Hadassah is that outlet for me. There are miracles happening all around us: the COVID-19 vaccine was created in record time, and the outreach that people from every walk of life are doing to assist others is remarkable. Medical personnel, food banks, delivery people and other essential workers have been taxed to the utmost. We live in our protected environment (Florida really is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Paradiseâ&#x20AC;?) and we are far away from the epicenter of all this mayhem. The weather enables us to go outside, to walk, exercise and wave to others, whereas our northern neighbors cannot. Hadassah hospitals, Ein Kerem and Mt. Scopus, have a multiracial, multi-religious and multilingual staff that provides care to patients of all races, ethnicities,

and religious affiliations. It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter if you are Muslim, Christian or Jewish. It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter if you are Black, white or brown. Hadassah advances medical knowledge and transcends traditional ways moving forward. We recently discovered new ways to regenerate bone, using carbon rods instead of metal; carbon is not only lighter in weight, but has the benefit of preserving the visibility of bone on an X-ray. These rods provide the scaffolding for mere bone fragments to regenerate, slowly growing towards each other to produce a fully-fused bone. Hadassah research is also bringing us closer to understanding how to regenerate cartilage, potentially creating new treatment options for arthritis and connective tissue disorders. The need is always there and your help is greatly needed. Hadassah, as you know, is always about education, opening your eyes and soul to the miseries of others to achieve the greatest good going forward. And, though we ask for donations, in return you get immense pride in knowing youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve helped advance medicine. Take pride in knowing Hadassah is an international sensation helping others throughout the world â&#x20AC;&#x201D; be it in Africa, India, Europe, or right here in the USA. This coming year, we hope to reveal some of these miracles through Zoom and webinars. Please stay tuned.

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ebruary has arrived. We are in our dynamic hyper-season with sevendays-a-week programming and the return to Naples of many members. Programs for the Naples community are well underway with many activity choices. At Beth Tikvah, we are continuing with All Things Jewish, offering “Jewish Values in a Changing World,” a JTS course facilitated by Rabbi Chorny, as well as “Jews in their History” Part 1. Both courses are by Zoom and require registration, which can be done by contacting office@bethtikah.org or going to our website at www.bethtikvahnaples.org Our lecture series continues with our Health and Wellness lecture on Feb. 4, in memory of Dr. Dulcie Poznansky. Dulcie’s son, Dr. Mark Poznansky, will speak on “All things COVID-19.” On Feb. 11, June Sochen and Joyce Schrager return as speakers to discuss current events. Reservations are recommended in order to receive the Zoom link. The highlight of the month is our Scholar–in–Residence, beginning Friday, Feb. 19 and going through Sunday, Feb. 21, when Dr. Sandra Lilienthal, a dynamic and inspirational Jewish educator will deliver a series of four lectures addressing the theme, “Through a Jewish Lens: Anxiety and Fear in Uncertain and Unpredictable Times.” Dr. Lilienthal possesses a unique ability to draw us into the journey and bring us to the moment. Her presentations will be conducted via Zoom. Please go to www.bethtikvahnaples.org, contact us at office@bethtikvah.us or call 239-4341818 for reservations and registration. Our Rosh Chodesh Women’s Study brings friendship and intellectual stimulation together monthly. This month, we will meet on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 11 a.m. All women who are interested in attending are welcome. Visit our website, www. bethtikvahnaples.org, for the Zoom link. The Naples Jewish Film Festival, Feb. 26, 27 and 28, begins with the movie, “They Ain’t Ready for Me,” showcasing Tamar Manasseh, a Black rabbinical student. An exclusive discussion with Tamar and the film’s director will be held on Monday, March 1. Please email office@bethtikvah.us or call 239434-1818 to register and receive the Zoom link. Beth Tikvah is the affiliated congregation in Greater Naples of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ). We are grateful to the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples (JFGN) for support of our

Beth Tikvah Co-Presidents Shelley Goodman and Sue Hammerman

Scholar-in-Residence, Naples Jewish Film Festival and All Things Jewish programs. All Beth Tikvah events are open to the Greater Naples community. Go to our website at www.bethtikvahnaples.org for all reservations.

Beth Tikvah February happenings on Zoom Feb. 2, Tuesday, 12:15 p.m. - Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Chorny Feb. 3, 10, Wednesday, 12:15 p.m. “Jewish Values in a Changing World” JTS course, RabbiChorny Feb. 4, Thursday, 7 p.m. - Dulcie Poznansky Health and Wellness Lecture Dr. Mark Poznansky speaker, “All Things COVID-19” Feb. 7, Sunday, 11 a.m. - New Members “get-together” Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m. - June Sochen & Joyce Shrager look at current events Feb. 14, Sunday, 11 a.m. - Rosh Chodesh Adar Women’s Study Feb. 15, Monday, 1 p.m. - Naples Jewish Book Festival sponsored by Beth Tikvah Feb. 19, Friday, 6:15 p.m. - Dr. Sandra Lilienthal SIR program Feb. 20, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - Sermon and evening program Feb. 21, Sunday, 9 a.m. - Dr. Sandra Lilienthal Lectures Feb. 25, Thursday, 6:15 p.m. - Erev Purim party and Megillah Reading Feb. 28, Sunday - Naples Jewish Film Festival Film #1

Religious services streaming schedule • Thursday and Sunday morning services begin at 9 a.m. • Friday services begin at 6:15 p.m. • Saturday services begin at 9:30 a.m. • We convene Yahrzeit minyanim upon request. You may reach Rabbi Chorny directly at 239-537-5257.

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Application Deadline: February 12, 2021 For the 11th year a grant has been established by the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. The 2021 STAND UP FOR JUSTICE Educator Grant recognizes High School, Middle School and Elementary school educators who are innovative in bringing respect for others’ differences into their activities with students in a transformative, impactful, and caring way. The goal is to create a resource for educators of any discipline to incorporate strategies that promote understanding and respect among students, countering bigotry and bullying. This grant recognizes teachers, guidance counselors, school librarians, media specialists, school psychologists, administrators etc.

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NAPLES JEWISH CONGREGATION

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Planting seeds of hope to restore the tree of life Steve McCloskey President

he holidays of Tu B’Shuvat and Purim straddle the months of January and February, tethering these two holidays, both venerating life, together. Tu B’Shuvat, colloquially known as the “New Year of the Trees,” often also referred to as Israeli Arbor Day, is commemorated by tree-planting events in Israel and around the world wherever Jews live. It is a holiday associated with environmental activism, a life-affirming renewal, manifested through the reforestation of Israel by literally and symbolically planting trees of life. Purim tells a story of liberation from the imminent threat of annihilation, culminating in joyful and often raucous

celebration. Purim is also often synonymous with hope and good luck for the Jewish people. As we find ourselves in the throes of one of the darkest winters in our lifetimes, amid serious illness, death and wrenching societal and economic devastation wrought by the global pandemic, we can take solace in recalling that even the bleakest of times eventually yield to brighter days ahead. We are all anxiously awaiting the COVID-19 two-dose vaccines expeditiously engineered and produced in intensive collaborations among Pfizer, BioNTech and Fosun Pharma, on the one hand, and between Moderna and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), on the other hand. We can also anticipate a single-dose vaccine, currently in Phase 3 clinical trials, manufactured by Johnson & Johnson, to be approved by the FDA and the CDC in late January or early February. These vaccines, along with the advent of new and promising therapeutics for

COVID-19, are seeds of hope for a world desperately in need of good news. As a most prideful aside, we can revel in the knowledge that many of the movers and shakers in the unprecedented alacrity of the effort to bring these lifesaving and effective vaccines to the market have been Jews. Mikael Dolsten, the head scientist at Pfizer, grew up in Sweden and studied immunology at the renowned Weizmann Institute in Israel, which piqued his interest in pharmaceutical science. Albert Bouria, the Pfizer CEO, is a Greek Jew, while the Chief Medical Officer for Pfizer, Tal Zaks, is an Israeli immigrant. One of the leading scientists in the development of mRNA, the type of vaccine manufactured by both Pfizer and Moderna, is Drew Weissman, a University of Pennsylvania professor, who worked with Dr. Fauci at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Their work, and that of many others, is a testament to their commitment to Tikkun Olam and exemplifies that immigrants do “…get the job done.”

As our individual commitment to Tikkun Olam, each of us should pledge to get the COVID-19 vaccine offered to us, as a concrete way to not only protect ourselves, but just as importantly, to protect others. We are requesting that our NJC members get inoculated unless there is a medical reason not to get the vaccine. As our darkest winter begins to recede and the seeds of hope sprout new branches on our trees of life, we will emerge to be able to gather again together for our Shabbat services on Friday nights, celebrate our holidays together and get together with family and friends, with optimism for the future. We at NJC look forward to that time, with appreciation for all those who helped us weather this bleakest of our recent times, and with the utmost gratitude for those who cared for our loved ones’ COVID-19 related illnesses, and comforted those who succumbed to its scourge. We can never thank them enough.

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Jewish life on Marco Island By Sue Baum, President

he history of the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island (JCMI) began with a meeting on Dec. 20, 1982 for the purpose of discussing the possible formation of a Jewish house of worship. The Deltona Corporation, which developed Marco Island, donated the land due to the efforts of two founding

members, Elena Rosner and Marjorie Seltzer. Since the initial building, both the organization’s building and its membership have grown. Jewish life on the island has been enriched over the years through JCMI events and people like you. Our congregation invites people from all walks of life to join our JCMI family and bring

their life experiences to share. Because of our strong presence on the island, the greater community has grown to look forward to and support synagogue events. We have become one community. So important! This year, the events that have become our calling cards will be offered via livestreaming. The 27th year of the Saul

I. Stern Cultural Series continues on Feb. 6 with the Naples Philharmonic Brass Quintet. For further information and more events, go to the JCMI website, www.marcojcmi.com, or call our office at 239-642-0800.

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Chabad’s ongoing services

habad of Naples has maintained its high level of serving and caring for the community in both traditional and COVID-responsive ways over the past 10 months. In addition to providing food, masks, drive-thru care package pickups, much-needed inspiration through doses of Jewish wisdom, online classes, and digital and conventional holiday reminders delivered in the safest ways possible, we recently staged a very successful Chanukah Car Parade and drive to a Menorah lighting that many families enjoyed safely from inside their cars. It was such a powerful experience to see so many people come together, keeping social distance, but nevertheless, sharing the love and energy of community in such a major way! We continue with some of our ongoing services.

The flying challah & meals from the heart Each week, we send out smiles with an uplifting message in the form of a tasty fresh challah. What a lovely way to say that, during this challenging time, we and the community are here for you! All you have to do is nominate a recipient by sending us an email and we will have it delivered. If you know someone who

would appreciate a meal for Shabbat, or just in general, please let us know. We will be happy to arrange to have one sent to those who are really in need and without means to obtain help.

Volunteer assistance Our volunteers continue to be available if elderly or homebound people need help shopping for groceries or medicine. Just let us know.

Shabbat services After consulting with Dr. Michael Cohen and Dr. Avi Rosenberg, with whom we update frequently, we offer limited, abbreviated indoor Shabbat services from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Wearing a mask and social distancing must be observed and the area cleaned before and after. There is no kiddush. Temperature checks will be taken before entry by head of security. Reservations must be made in advance, seating is limited, and you will receive the full guidelines and policy upon receipt of your RSVP. Safety is our primary concern.

Mens Club Torah class A Zoom Torah class is being offered on Wednesday at 11 a.m. If you wish to join, please RSVP to our office and we will send

you the link. As the schedule changes at times, please reach out to confirm weekly.

Hebrew school We are currently offering in-person Hebrew school. All children and teachers wear masks and there is social distancing. This has been progressing well for the last few months. There are still openings; please sign up if your children wish to participate. Call 239-262-4474 or email office@chabadnaples.com.

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Summer Camp Summer Camp registration is open — you may sign up now. This is a very popular, amazing experience for your children, and spaces may be limited, so early sign-up is recommended! For more information, visit naplespreschoolof thearts.com.

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JEWISH SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP The Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Temple Shalom & Temple Shalom Men’s Club, together offer PARTIAL scholarships for Jewish Summer Camps & the Israel Experience for teens.

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There are scholarship opportunities for all Jewish children in the community regardless of congregation affiliation. For information and a scholarship application, contact your local synagogue or call the Jewish Federation at 239-263-4205.

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Shalom Naples families!

his is an exciting month in the land of BBYO as we prepare for International Convention. IC has become an unparalleled convening, offering a powerful, strategic and inspiring platform from which the best and brightest teen and adult leaders from across the Jewish world (and beyond) unite to celebrate, dream and take action to continue strengthening the future. BBYO has a full-service approach to accessibility and inclusion for all attendees. We are ready to welcome delegations from all our 50 countries. Signage

and programming are offered in a variety of languages. American Si g n L a n g u a g e interpreters are available, and all accommodations are made to Jessica warmly host guests Zimmerman of all abilities. BBYO strives to create a pluralistic environment, where everyone can cultivate, explore and express their Jewish

identity with ease. Every consideration is taken regarding ritual, kashrut and Shabbat during IC. The convention will take place Feb. 12-15 and is open to eighththrough twelfth-graders. If you’d like to learn more about International Convention, visit azabbg.bbyo.org/ic. To learn more about upcoming events in Naples, contact Jess Zimmerman, Associate Regional Director, North Florida Region. Email jesszimmerman@bbyo.org or call and/or text 941-677-3018. We hope to see you soon! Stay safe, from your friends at Naples BBYO.

Students find a way to light By Ariana Milian

th the first night of Chanukah falling two days before the end of semester, many students were thinking they would just have to wait until they got home to celebrate, knowing they would not be able to light a menorah on campus or in their dorms. Chabad at FGCU stepped in to secure the requisite permits to allow students to kindle their Hanukkah lights in the safety of the outdoors, in a purpose-built glass enclosure outside the dining hall — in fact, the ideal place to kindle the lights, so that they may be seen by the public and add light to the lives of all those who pass by. This provided a safe space for students to mingle and celebrate together. Rachel a freshman from Ft Lauderdale, never missed a Chanukah celebration. This year, however, she was away from home and busy finishing finals. Feeling down about missing the Chanukah lights, she was walking towards the dining hall, when she encountered students about to light their menorahs. Thrilled, Rachel joined them in the mitzvah, her holiday spirit reinvigorated. During the last days of Chanukah, after students returned home for break, Chabad hosted a virtual Chanukah party for students and their families, continuing

2020 has been a year of great challenges and uncertainty. One thing, however, is certain: we will continue to celebrate our heritage proudly, notwithstanding the difficulties that come our way, just as our forefathers did so many years ago. If this year has taught us one thing, perhaps it’s flexibility. Certainly, much of our routine has been upended, but if we are determined, we can still find safe ways to observe our timeless traditions, even in these uncertain times, bringing back some stability and providing comfort in such a trying year. Chabad at FGCU caters to all Jewish students in Southwest Florida, providing a home away from home. Join us to learn, celebrate or just meet Jewish students your age. For more information or to get involved, contact Rabbi Mendel Gordon at 347-4520489 or chabadfgcu@gmail.com, or visit our website at Chabadfgcu.com.

the celebration across the country. Students joined in from their homes, spanning from New York to all over Florida and between, and enjoyed a virtual dreidel game, live menorah lighting and Chanukah-themed kahoot.

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Fostering imagination By Ettie Zaklos, Preschool of the Arts Founder & Director

hen choosing the name for our preschool 10 years ago, I knew I wanted to put our leading philosophy right there in the title. As “Preschool of the Arts,” arts are not just an element of our program, but an intrinsic part of our identity. Every day, our teachers use the arts – visual, musical, performing, culinary and more – to engage our children in open-ended experiences that inspire their creativity and ignite their sense of wonder about the world. By inviting children to create, explore possibilities and take chances, we provide them with endless opportunities to learn. Earlier this school year, we set out on an initiative to enhance our indoor Studio of the Arts and transform our outdoor Artist Corner into a new outdoor studio. The initiative, titled “Art With Heart,” sought to raise $35,000 to purchase nature-inspired furniture and materials that would create a magical environment for creativity and exploration. So many in our community stepped up to contribute by purchasing a “Circle” to paint for our Ripples of Kindness Art Installation and by dedicating big ticket items for our new studios. We are grateful and humbled by the outpouring of love from every donor and friend. We are so excited to begin the process of creating beautiful and fully-equipped art studios that will offer our precious children a wide variety of natural materials and high-end art tools. With tons of natural light, our children will be encouraged

to use our professional art materials to get creative in this space, curated to spark curiosity and exploration. But our philosophy does not just stop at the arts. We want to prepare our children for every opportunity ahead with exposure to modern mediums of education. In the month of January, our expert in-house curriculum developer designed an exciting curriculum titled “Full STEAM Ahead,” with a month dedicated to exploration, creation, invention and learning. What is STEAM? The acronym STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art and math. Throughout

the year, STEAM is naturally integrated into our classrooms through immersive learning experiences. Our teachers introduce inspiring materials and objects to stimulate children’s curiosity and prompt them to think and ask questions. The scientific method comes alive in our classrooms, beginning the moment the child makes an observation, which is documented by the teacher and the child. Children represent their thoughts and findings through drawing, writing, creating 3D models, dancing, singing and creating graphs. All month long, children were given ample opportunities to invent, explore,

create and build. From engineering with Q-tips to constructing cardboard creations, children let their imaginations run wild, learning about teamwork and problem-solving along the way. Of course, arts were incorporated at every level with children creatively using “loose parts” (recycled and found materials), painting, cutting and decorating incredible creations that blew us away. Our children are naturally curious, and we were thrilled to observe how our inquiry-based approach inspired our children into critical thinkers and selfmotivated learners.

Join our community! Our innovative programs and incredible staff are an open Naples secret, and our award-winning preschool has grown exponentially every year. We have already reached capacity enrollment in many of our classes for the 2021-2022 school year. Families applying to classes that are full will be placed on our waitlist. Get a taste of what makes Preschool of the Arts so popular at our unique Summer of the Arts experience! Our widely acclaimed program for children ages 18 months-8 years integrates music, water play, art, culinary arts, sports, yoga and science through exciting, stimulating, hands-on activities. For more information or to register, please call 239-263-2620 or visit our website at www.NaplesPreschoolOf theArts.com.

Our Preschool of the Arts children love to get creative. From outdoor art explorations to Pajama Day, they’re always having fun!

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TEMPLE SHALOM PRESCHOOL

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Temple Shalom Preschool opens fall enrollment By Rabbi Ariel Boxman, Director of Lifelong Learning

emple Shalom Preschool is excited to announce we are opening fall enrollment this month! Even in the midst of this pandemic, our school has continued to grow and develop into a beautiful home away from home. Our students are happy, engaged

Toddler Adanna Umeh helps us “mow” the playground.

and constantly expanding their growing minds and hearts. In addition to the play-based curriculum, what makes our school so special is our abundant offering of enrichment activities. Throughout the day, students visit enrichment centers and engage in hands-on, experiential education. Enrichment centers include our Science and Technology Lab, The Garden of Music, Storyland and The TSP Yoga studio. In January, we added a brand-new enrichment center called the Markolit (Hebrew term for “Little Market”). The Markolit is a play supermarket, where the students come for dramatic play and to practice counting, sorting and reading. And we are looking forward to adding two new enrichments for the fall — a vegetable garden and a creative center. In the Garden of Eden, students will hone their green thumb as they actively take part in growing and picking vegetables and herbs in our Temple Shalom Preschool garden. In our Maker Space, students will engage in the creative process through art, building and woodwork.

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In addition to all these enrichment activities, our students enjoy nature hikes through our mini-forest, biking on our trike track and splashing in our water play center. Overall, students are happy, growing and spreading joy with smiles and laughter.

We look forward to growing our school even more this fall! If you are interested in learning more about our program or taking a tour, please reach out to Julie at preschool@naples temple.org or call 239-455-3227.

Students shop in our brand-new Markolit (Little Market)

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Teacher Kathleen Love and her students experiment in our Science and Technology Lab

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(Adopted by the Officers and Board of Trustees of the Jewish Federation of Collier County 1/98) To avoid misunderstandings, controversies and destructive divisions among our people, the Officers and Board of Trustees of the “Federation” have adopted the following publication policy: Advertisements: All advertisements, regardless of their sponsor, shall be paid for in full, at the established rates, prior to publication. The contents of all advertisements shall be subject to review and approval of the Federation Board or its designee. Commercial advertisers may make credit arrangements with the advertising manager, subject to the approval of the Federation Board. Regular Columns: Regular columns shall be accepted only from leaders (Rabbis, Presidents, Chairs) of established and recognized Jewish organizations in Greater Naples and the designated Chairs of the regular committees of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples.

Special Announcements: Special announcements shall be accepted from established Jewish organizations in Greater Naples and may, at the discretion of the Federation Board, be subject to the conditions applicable to paid advertisements, as set forth above. News Items: Only those news items pertaining to matters of general interest to the broadest cross-section of the Jewish Community will be accepted for publication. Note: Items of controversial opinions and points of view, about political issues, will not be accepted for publication without prior approval of a majority of the Federation Officers and Trustees. All persons and organizations objecting to the actions and rulings of the Editor or Publications Committee Chair shall have the right to appeal those rulings to the Officers and Board of Trustees of the JFGN.

COMMUNITY DIRECTORY TEMPLE SHALOM OF NAPLES (Reform) 4630 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34119 Phone: 455.3030  Fax: 455.4361 Email: info@naplestemple.org www.naplestemple.org Rabbi Adam Miller, MAHL Cantor Donna Azu, MSM Rabbi Ariel Boxman, MAHL, MARE, Director of Lifelong Learning Rabbi James H. Perman, D.D., Rabbi Emeritus Deborah Rosen Fidel, J.D., MAJPS, Executive Director Daryl Sissman, President Jim Cochran, Music Director Shabbat Services: Shabbat Eve - Friday 7:30 p.m. Shabbat - Saturday 10:00 a.m. Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Adult Education Havurot • Youth Groups • Religious School Judaic Library • Hebrew School • Preschool Adult Choir • Social Action • Outreach

February 2021 JEWISH CONGREGATION OF MARCO ISLAND (Reform) 991 Winterberry Drive Marco Island, FL 34145 Phone: 642.0800  Fax: 642.1031 Email: tboxma@marcojcmi.com Website: www.marcojcmi.com Rabbi Mark Gross Hari Jacobsen, Cantorial Soloist Sue Baum, President

NAPLES JEWISH CONGREGATION

BETH TIKVAH

Services are held at: The Unitarian Congregation 6340 Napa Woods Way Rabbi Howard Herman 431.3858 Email: rabbi@naplesjewishcongregation.org www.naplesjewishcongregation.org

1459 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34109

(Reform)

Stephen P. McCloskey, President Jane Galler, Cantorial Soloist

Shabbat Services Friday 7:30 p.m. Seasonal: Saturday Talmud-Torah at 9:30 a.m. and Shachrit at 10:30 a.m.

Shabbat Services Friday evenings at 7:00 p.m. May - August: services once a month

Rabbi’s Life Long Learning Series Sidney R. Hoffman Jewish Film Festival Saul I. Stern Cultural Series JCMI Book Club

Sisterhood • Men’s Club Adult Education • Adult Choir Social Action • Community Events

Getting & Giving the most from your assets

Naples’ only Judaica Shop

CHABAD NAPLES JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER serving Naples and Marco Island 1789 Mandarin Road, Naples, FL 34102 Phone: 262.4474 Email: info@chabadnaples.com Website: www.chabadnaples.com Rabbi Fishel Zaklos Dr. Arthur Seigel, President Ettie Zaklos, Education Director Shabbat Services Shabbat - Saturday 10am • Camp Gan Israel • Hebrew School • Preschool of the Arts • Jewish Women’s Circle • Adult Education • Bat Mitzvah Club • Friendship Circle • Smile on Seniors • Flying Challah • Kosher food delivery The Federation Star is published monthly, September through July, by the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road Suite 2201 Naples, FL 34109-0613 Phone: 239.263.4205 Fax: 239.263.3813 E-mail: info@jewishnaples.org Website: www.jewishnaples.org Volume 30, No. 6 February 2021 40 pages USPS Permit No. 419 Publisher: Jewish Federation of Greater Naples

(Conservative)

(just west of Mission Square Plaza)

Phone: 434.1818 Email: office@bethtikvah.us Website: www.bethtikvahnaples.org Rabbi Ammos Chorny Shelley Goodman, Co-President Sue Hammerman, Co-President Roberta Miller, Secretary Shabbat Services Friday evenings at 6:15 p.m. Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Youth Education Adult Education Community Events

Jewish Organizations to Serve You in Greater Naples (All area codes are 239 unless otherwise noted.)

Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Phone: 263.4205  Fax: 263.3813 Website: www.jewishnaples.org Email: info@jewishnaples.org • Federation Board Chair: Jane Schiff • Federation President/CEO: Jeffrey Feld

When most people think about making a charitable gift, they think of giving cash. However, there are many ways that you can give and benefit from making a gift of your assets to your favorite charity.

If you give appreciated assets, you can avoid paying capital gains tax You will receive a charitable deduction for your gift which can lower your tax bill You can make a gift today while preserving your cash for immediate or future needs.

American Jewish Committee

• Regional Dir: Brian Lipton, 941.365.4955

American Technion Society

• Chapter Dir: Kelley Whiter, 561.395.7206

Friends of the IDF • Exec. Dir.: Dina Ben Ari, 305.354.8233

GenShoah SWFL • President: Ida Margolis, 963.9347

You and your family can receive benefits such as lifetime income

Collier/Lee Chapter of Hadassah

You may be able to make greater gifts than you ever thought possible

Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center

Please contact us to learn all the benefits of charitable giving.

• President: Joyce Toub, 518.330.1559

• President/CEO: Susan Suarez, 263.9200

Israel Bonds

• Monica DiGiovanni, 727.282.1124

Jewish Historical Society of Southwest Florida Ellen Weiss, E ecutive Director phone: 813.769.4785 email: ellen@topjewishfoundation.org

Marcy Friedland, Planned Giving Director phone: 239.263.4205 email: mfriedland@jewishnaples.org

Together, we are ensuring a Jewish future.

WWW.TOPJEWISHFOUNDATION.ORG

Tikkun Olam

• President: Marina Berkovich, 566.1771

Jewish National Fund

• Joshua Mellits, 941.462.1330 x865

Jewish War Veterans Post 202

• Commander, Harvey Sturm, 261.3270 • Senior Vice Commander, Marty Rubin, 716.863.5778

Men’s Cultural Alliance

• President: Les Nizin, 653.9259

Naples BBYO

Editor: Sharon Hood, 239.591.2709 sharon@marketcrank.com

• Jessica Zimmerman, 263.4205

Naples Friends of American Magen David Adom (MDA)

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• SE Reg Dir: Joel Silberman, 954.457.9766

Naples Senior Center at JFCS

Advertising: Joy Walker 941.284.0520

Phone: 325.4444 • Chairperson: Alan S. Jaffe • President/CEO: Dr. Jaclynn Faffer

March 2021 Issue Deadlines: Editorial: February 1 Advertising: February 5 Send news stories to: sharon@marketcrank.com

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Women’s Cultural Alliance

• President: Patti Boochever, 518.852.3440

www.jewishnaples.org

Zionist Organization of America • President: Jerry Sobel, 914.329.1024

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Federation Star - February 2021

Articles inside

Temple Shalom Preschool opens fall enrollment

Fostering imagination

Students find a way to light

Shalom Naples families!

Chabad’s ongoing services

Jewish life on Marco Island

Planting seeds of hope to restore the tree of life

Beth Tikvah update

Hadassah happenings

America’s story Part 2

A Jewish Valentine?

Appreciation for the joy that life offers

Meeting the challenges of 2021

Blue Card fund

Boston native makes history as first American woman to graduate Israeli Air Force’s pilot course

Israel can teach the world about supporting people with disabilities

The challah that got us through 2020

Pharoah’s daughter unplugged

Elderly, oldster or senior — What do older people prefer to be called?

Eight easy tips for successfully Zooming into the Book Festival

How an auto race defeated Hitler

Operation Long Jump leaps off the pages

Series and obit catch-up

Letters to the Editor

Insulation A Great Choice For Saving Money

A heroine worth remembering

Hidden children

Hope: A powerful state of being

Temple Shalom events

A new era for seniors

WCA adds several stops along the Zoom highway

IAC reviews past, looks to the future

Chase the winter blues away with the MCA

Your support makes our new home possible

Capital Campaign spotlight

Messages to your Book Festival Co-Chairs

Naples Pride to receive JCRC Human Needs Award

BookBuddiesOnline receives JCRC Human Needs Award

JCRC’s Day and Evening of Learning

Repairing the world: disability inclusion

Programs this month

The 2021 Annual Campaign needs you now

Federation Star Feb21 - Our home!