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He is a Holocaust survivor (played by Ed Asner); she is angry but stunningly naive, living from hand to mouth on the streets of LA, and a Holocaust denier, though he doesn’t hold any of that against her. The two form an unexpected friendship, which gradually blossoms into a new kind of family unit.

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He is a Holocaust survivor (played by Ed Asner); she is angry but stunningly naive, living from hand At the elite level, bridge has become a million-dollar cut-throat business. When the world’s best to mouth on the streets of LA, and a Holocaust denier, though he doesn’t hold any of that against her. competitive player is accused of cheating, the ensuing scandal confounds experts, criminal The two form an unexpected friendship, which gradually blossoms into a new kind of family unit. science, and basic belief. Now the truth is revealed in a true-crime comedy documentary.

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At the elite level, bridge has become a million-dollar cut-throat business. When the world’s best Aharon has devoted his life to raising his autistic son Uri. But now it’s time for Uri to live in a competitive player is accused of cheating, the ensuing scandal confounds experts, criminal specialized home. On their TIG way there, Aharon runs away with his son and hits the road, knowing ER WITHINOr is it the father who is not ready? science, and basic belief. Now the truth is revealed in a true-crime comedy documentary. that his son is not ready for this separation.

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Forced into a nursing home, there’s nothing 79-year-old widower Dov can do about it. He’s broke, DIRTY TRICKS specialized home. On their way there, Aharon runs away with his son and hits the road, knowing the nursing home feels like a prison, and all he can think about is getting out. When he sees his fellow smoking legal medical cannabis, realizes that selling it might that his son is not ready this separation. Or is it are the father whoIislong not ready? ditor’s Note:for Persons in bold wondered if Myerson isresidents supposed Emmerich (“TheheAmericans”) 56, hasbea his salvation. Julia Garner, 27, stars as Delvey. Garner

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Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” the hit withMaisel (the title character); “regular” daily Jeopardy! until the end of are strangers who bond over the fact that they escaped All three soon realize that peace is bought the blood of the victims of war. Marin Hinkle, HERE WE AREseason (unclear what happens Amazon Prime series about a Jewish comewho plays Midge’s mother; and Tony Shalthe 2021-22 have just been dumped by their respective PRESENTED SPONSORED APRIL 10-14, 17-21, 24-28 (4 episodes per week) ASYLU M CITY BY BY dian, returns for a 4th, 8-episode season on houb, who plays Midge’s father. Also worth then). No matter what, Bialik will host partners. Their relationship begins as a “misA young activist is found dead and the main suspect is an asylum seeker from Africa. Police Officer PASTURES EENERBut Anat Sitton leadspandemic the investigation, of corruptreal politicians, Feb. 18. 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Current state of affairs

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Something for everyone

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JCMI offers fabulous February 2022 events

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A return to normalcy

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A season of renewal

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Affirming our identity

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Co-host of world’s most popular Jewish podcast to headline first-ever Naples breakfast for Israel

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How the IDF blazed forward in 2021

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The Golden Girls as role models for our golden years

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Unexpected spy garners expected respect

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Remembering Stephen Sondheim: 1930-2021

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Mrs. Maisel returns, two new series and one reboot, college Jeopardy, more

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Fall enrollment begins

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A mini farm-to-table experience

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International Convention

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Break is time to learn more Torah

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Honoring Jewish war veterans

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History is fragile when not preserved

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Hadassah’s past year’s accomplishments

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Collier/Lee Hadassah announces Inspiring Women honorees

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At the Museum

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Temple Shalom events open to the community

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Meet the Gabay/ McCandless family

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“What makes you feel renewed?”

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Mid-winter activities abound for MCA

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WCA Members are together again!

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Brunch in the garden: A celebration of the power of a woman

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Award-winning journalist to address Greater Naples community

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Expectations and planning ahead!

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Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center update

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Brick Paver donors

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Order your engraved pavers

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Another month of Zoom events for all to enjoy!

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Building for the better

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Campaign is about more than just your gift

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