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28 KISLEV 5776 • DECEMBER 10, 2015 • VOLUME XXXIV, NUMBER 24 • PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID, SYRACUSE, NY

Syracuse Community Hebrew School now a Federation beneficiary agency BY BETTE SIEGEL At the Jewish Federation of Central New York board meeting on November 12, the Syracuse Community Hebrew School was voted in as a Federation beneficiary agency. This means that the school now becomes a part of Federation’s annual budget allocation process. Federation Board President Ruth Stein said, “I’m very happy about the board’s decision that the school will become a Federation agency. It shows just how important the school is to the community.” The school opened its doors on September 16 and currently has 102 students enrolled from Congregation Beth SholomChevra Shas, Temple Adath Yeshurun and Temple Concord. The school provides the opportunity for new social activities and allows more friendships to develop due to the larger number of students in each level. The curriculum includes Hebrew and prayer, and incorporates the latest teaching techniques and technology in the classroom. Its development was a collaborative effort from the education directors and volunteers of each of the three participating synagogues. The school has a special education teacher and assistant teacher on staff to accommodate students with special needs. In addition to class time, the clergy from all three synagogues rotate each week and lead tefillot (prayer) for the first half hour of school. SCHS Board President Howard Weinstein said, “As president and representative of the board of the Syracuse Community Hebrew School, I can truly say we are delighted to become a beneficiary agency of the Federation. The formation of the school was a joint effort of the participating synagogues and our Hebrew school educators with guidance from our Federation. This group effort has resulted

The SCHS Board of Directors. Seated (l-r): Alison Bronstein, Rachael Porter, Rebecca Oppedisano and Shannon Small. Standing: Julie Tornberg, Sam Young, Howard Weinstein, Irv Bodofsky, Steve Volinsky, Rabbi Daniel Fellman and Rabbi Paul Drazen. Not pictured: David Reckess, Cantor Cari Siegel Eglash, Len Newman, Diane Wladis, Joe Greenman and Rabbi Andrew Pepperstone.

in a wonderful beginning of our school with a very bright future ahead.” This year the school is hosted by Temple Adath Yeshurun. It will rotate to all synagogues involved in the program every two years. The Board of Directors includes the presidents and parent representatives from each synagogue. The clergy and education directors are ex-officio members. The school could not have been established without the support of the Jewish Federation of Central New York, the Pomeranz, Shankman and Martin Charitable Foundation, the Dorothy and Marshall M. Reisman Foundation and the support of the three synagogues involved. Shannon Small, the school’s education director, said, “I am so pleased that the Syracuse Community Hebrew School is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Central New York. The school has gotten off to a great start, and I am looking forward to the rest of the school year and the bright future we have ahead of us.” Unaffiliated families are also welcome. For more information, contact Small at schs.syracuse@gmail.com.

Year-end donations to support Campaign 2016 BY MARIANNE BAZYDLO Community members can now make a donation for the 2016 Annual Campaign of the Jewish Federation of Central New York. Linda Alexander, Federation president/CEO, said, “The 2016 Annual Campaign will begin in January. Some-

times people like to make their charitable contributions at the end of the year for tax purposes. By making your year-end donation now, you will help to ensure our Jewish community has the critical funding needed as Campaign 2016 begins.” Anyone who has stock that has gone up in value can donate that stock and get

a tax deduction for the full current value without paying any capital gains tax. Checks should be made payable to the Jewish Federation of Central New York, with “2016” in the memo line. For more information, contact Marianne Bazydlo at 445-2040, ext. 102, or mbazydlo@ jewishfederationcny.org.

More than 1,000 U.S. rabbis sign letter asking lawmakers to welcome refugees (JTA) – More than 1,000 U.S. rabbis have signed a letter calling on elected officials to welcome refugees. The letter (www.hias.org/1000-rabbis-signletter-support-welcoming-refugees), sponsored by HIAS, the lead Jewish body dealing with refugee issues, said the rabbis are “alarmed to see so many politicians declaring their opposition to welcoming refugees.” Rabbis in 46 states, as well as Washington, DC, are among the signers. A condensed version of the letter and the full list of rabbis who signed it were to appear in recent print editions of Politico and the daily Forward. “Since its founding, the United States

has offered refuge and protection to the world’s most vulnerable,” the letter says. “Time and time again, those refugees were Jews. Whether they were fleeing pogroms in Tzarist Russia, the horrors of the Holocaust or persecution in Soviet Russia or Iran, our relatives and friends found safety on these shores. “Last month’s heartbreaking attacks in Paris and Beirut are being cited as reasons to deny entry to people who are themselves victims of terror. And in those comments, we, as Jewish leaders, see one of the darker moments of our history repeating itself,” the letter continues, citing the U.S. turning away the SS St. Louis in 1939, sending some 900

Jews back to Europe, where many were killed by the Nazis. The letter urges elected officials to support legislation to resettle refugees

and oppose any measures that would “actually or effectively halt resettlement or prohibit or restrict funding for any groups of refugees.”

C A N D L E L I G H T I N G A N D P A R AS H A December 11............4:12 pm.......................................Parasha-Miketz-Chanukah December 18............4:13 pm......................................................Parasha-Vayigash December 25............4:17 pm.........................................................Parasha-Vayichi January 1..................4:22 pm........................................................ Parasha-Shemot January 8..................4:29 pm............................................................Parasha-Vaera January 15................4:37 pm.................................................................Parasha-Bo January 22................4:45 pm.................................................... Parasha-Beshalach January 29................4:54 pm.............................................................Parasha-Yitro

INSIDE THIS ISSUE “Noon” Year’s Eve

Congregational notes

Meet at The MOST

The JCC will hold a “Noon” Year’s Local synagogues announce Approximately 350 attended Eve Party for seniors on Thursday, upcoming classes, movie showings, Federation’s “Meet at The MOST” talks and more. December 31. community celebration. Stories on page 4 Story on page 3 Coverage on pages 5-7

PLUS Health Care...........................8-9 Calendar Highlights............. 10 Mazel Tov................................ 10 Obituaries................................11

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Chabad menorah lighting schedule and Chanukah events

Chabad will light the menorah in Clinton Square on Thursday, December 10, at 4 pm; on Friday, December 11, at 3:32 pm; on Saturday, December 12, at 6:30 pm; and on Sunday, December 13, at 4 pm. Chabad House at Syracuse University has been lighting the menorah on the SU quad for the past 10 years. This year, Chabad House and Hillel will join together for a public Chanukah menorah lighting on the SU campus on Thursday, December

10, the fifth night of Chanukah, at 5:30 pm, in front of Hendricks Chapel. There will be music, hot cider, Chanukah gelt and dreidels for those attending. There will also be an electric menorah in the Carrier Dome. Chabad Lubavitch of Central New York will have a family night program on Saturday, December 12, the seventh night of Chanukah, at 6:30 pm, at the downtown menorah lighting in Clinton Square. Saturday night has tradition-

ally been the night when members of the community have participated in the downtown Chanukah menorah lighting. There will be music, hot cider, Chanukah gelt and dreidels for those attending. An olive oil making workshop and demonstration will be held on Sunday, December 13, from 11 am-1:30 pm, at Wegmans, 6789 E. Genesse St., DeWitt. Attendees will have the opportunity to watch and participate in making olive oil,

from selecting the olives, to separating the pure oil from what is extracted and using it to light a menorah. A Chanukah on ice program with Chanukah music will be held on Sunday, December 13, from 2:30-4 pm, at the Clinton Square ice skating rink. It will be followed by a lighting of the menorah on the eighth and last night of Chanukah. For more information, call Rabbi Yaakov Rapoport at Chabad at 424-0363.

Sarah Rose Pinsky and Sara C. Temes selected to join the 40 Under FORTY group of Syracuse-area leaders BY BETTE SIEGEL Bizeventz, a company in the Business Journal News Network, recently announced the 40 under FORTY class of 2015, an awards program that recognizes young professionals in the Central New York region for “excelling in the workplace” and “for giving back to their community.” Past 40 under FORTY winners are said to represent “a cross section of up and coming Central New York leaders” in the business and nonprofit sectors. They are chosen by a panel of past recipients and community leaders. A luncheon honoring the recipients was held on November 19. Among the 40 young leaders were Sarah R. Pinsky of KaBOOM! and Sara C. Temes, an attorney at the law firm of Bond, Schoeneck and King, PLLC. Pinsky and her husband, Todd, a Manlius native, decided to move back to the area from Chicago to be closer to family. They found the Syracuse area to have “a

Sarah Pinsky was recently named a member of this year’s 40 under FORTY class of community leaders. strong Jewish community” and thought it was “a great place” to raise their children. They have also found a close circle of friends. Sarah works out of her home

Defensive driving course offered December 15-16

BY WILLIAM WALLAK The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse will host a National Safety Council defensive driving course on Tuesday, December 15, and Wednesday, December 16, from 9 am-noon, both days at the JCC, 5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt. There will be a fee for the course and it will be open to licensed drivers of all ages. Attendees must come both days and bring their driver’s license. The course focuses on practical defen-

sive driving knowledge and techniques to help participants avoid collisions and traffic violations. The interactive class will include learning activities, discussions and videos with real-life driver simulations. The program offers participants a 10 percent discount on the liability portion of auto insurance for three years and a reduction of points for recent traffic infractions. To register for the class, call the JCC at 445-2360 or visit the JCC front desk.

A MATTER OF OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A reminder of pre-war Germany? To the Editor: A man announces that he will “make this country great again.” This statement becomes his campaign slogan. He deems our government to be naive, lacking in courage and unable to deal with foreign leaders. He promises that he would never let these shortcomings happen if he became president. Any resemblance to pre-war Germany? It happened almost overnight. He drew an immediate audience and became a rock star to millions of adoring fans. He scapegoated the Muslims in our country by demanding that their names be recorded on lists. Any reminder of pre-war Germany? He strong-armed dissidents at his political rally by using his hired “goons.” Any reminder of pre-war Germany? He cruelly refuses to allow entry to any Syrian refugees desperately seeking asylum. The xenophobia is almost pal-

pable. Fear displaces common decency and compassion. When he was confronted with past statements known to be totally untrue (e.g. thousands of excited Muslims celebrating the fall of the Twin Towers), he defiantly denied admitting to a mistake. No apology, no backpedaling. A leader must always remain strong. Despite all this, his poll numbers continue to rise. One can easily sense a lust for power playing out. These are signs and symptoms of a would-be dictator getting started. This is how momentum builds. It is time for us to speak up and express our concern. God forbid that we just sit back and wish “He won’t last. It will pass.” Any reminder of pre-war Germany? Steven K. Alexander Steven K. Alexander is a retired physician and a member of Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas.

Sara Temes was also named a member of the leadership class. as director of account management for KaBOOM!, a Washington, DC-based national nonprofit dedicated to “ensuring that all children have a childhood filled with the balanced and active play needed to thrive.” She is an active member of Temple Concord and serves on the Syracuse Jewish Cemeteries Association board. A native Syracusan, Temes and her husband, David, returned to Syracuse after a more than 10-year absence. She had not expected to return, but found the area to be one where they could find “challenging, interesting and meaningful” careers and still be available for their children. She is a member (partner) in the Bond,

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AROUND CENTRAL NEW YORK JCC of Syracuse to hold Winter Break vacation camp December 24-31

BY WILLIAM WALLAK The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse will offer a winter break vacation camp for school-age children in kindergarten-sixth grade on Thursday, December 24, and from Monday-Thursday,

December 28-31, at the JCC, 5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt. December 24 will be a half day and will run from 9 am-1 pm. December 28-31 will be full days and run from 9 am-4 pm. Half-day programs and early and late care to extend the day from 7 am-6 pm will also be

“Noon” Year’s Eve seniors celebration at the JCC BY WILLIAM WALLAK The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse will hold a “Noon” Year’s Eve Party for seniors on Thursday, December 31, from noon-1:30 pm, at the center, 5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt. The event, part of the JCC’s senior dining program, will begin with a kosher lunch and include live music by pianist Ann Barnes. The holiday luncheon, open to seniors age 60 and older, will be offered for a suggested modest, per person contribution. Registration for lunch is required by Wednesday, December 23, and can be made by calling 445-2360. The “Noon” Year’s Eve Party will feature dancing; a New Year’s countdown with a sparkling juice toast; and the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” Guests are welcome to wear party clothes appropriate for the occasion. The

room will be decorated with New Year’s “sparkle and bling.” Party hats and noise makers will be provided. Cindy Stein, JCC director of adult and senior programming, said, “We’re very excited to be putting on this early New Year’s celebration for seniors again this year. It’s always wonderful to see everyone come together for a great meal and then enjoy some New Year’s fun and music.” The JCC’s Bobbi Epstein Lewis Senior Adult Dining Program offers seniors, age 60 and older, a kosher lunch on weekdays at noon for a nominal suggested contribution. The program is funded in part by the Onondaga County Department of Aging and Youth and the New York State Office for the Aging and Administration for Community Living. For more information or to make a lunch reservation, call 445-2360.

Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center senior dining menu DECEMBER 14-18 Monday – vegetable lasagna Tuesday – sweet and sour meatballs Wednesday – stuffed cabbage Thursday – hamburger on a bun Friday – brisket DECEMBER 21-25 Monday – baked ziti Tuesday – sliced turkey and stuffing Wednesday – beef stew and noodles Thursday – herb-encrusted tilapia Friday – closed for Christmas DECEMBER 28-JANUARY 1 Monday – meatloaf Tuesday – chicken fried rice Wednesday – spaghetti and meatballs Thursday – New Year’s lunch – salmon with pineapple and mango salsa Friday – closed for New Year’s JANUARY 4-8 Not available at press time The Bobbi Epstein Lewis JCC Senior Adult Dining Program at the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center offers Va’ad Ha’ir-supervised kosher lunches served Monday-Friday at noon. Lunch reservations are required by noon of the previous business day. There is THE JCC, CONG. BETH SHOLOM & TEMPLE CONCORD, GLADLY ACCEPT DONATED VEHICLES THRU C*A*R*S (a locally owned Manlius company) “giving to your own” (it’s what you do best)

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a suggested contribution per meal. The menu is subject to change. The program is funded by a grant from the Onondaga County Department of Aging and Youth and the New York State Office for the Aging, with additional funds provided by the JCC. To attend, one need not be Jewish or a member of the JCC. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Cindy Stein at 445-2360, ext. 104, or cstein@jccsyr.org.

available. The JCC will be closed on Fridays, December 25 and January 1. Each camp day will have a variety of age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for the children. Activities planned include sledding, making snowmen, arts and crafts, sports, games and local field trips to the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology and Bowl Mor Lanes. Erin Hart, JCC assistant director of children and teen services, said, “We’re really excited to make this winter break for the children fun and exciting. With all of the great activities and field trips planned, each day is going to be a blast.” See “Camp” on page 10

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CONGREGATIONAL NOTES Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas “THE FIRST ENVIRONMENTALIST” LUNCH AND LEARN ON DEC. 12 Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas will hold its monthly lunch and learn following services on Saturday, December 12, when Krista Rozanski will lead the text study session, “The First Environmentalists.” During the study session, participants will explore creation stories from an environmental angle. They will learn about the environmental responsibilities of the first couple and what this says about people’s own responsibilities. Rozanski received a degree from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry and has a deep interest in the relationship between Judaism and the environment. For more information, contact the CBS-CS office at 446-9570 or office@cbscs.org. “JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT” INTERGENERATIONAL “SINGTHROUGH” ON DEC. 19 A “sing-through” of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” by Andrew Lloyd Weber, will be held on Saturday, December 19, after the 10:30 am shorashim family service and an enhanced kiddush. The timing was chosen to coincide with the reading of the Joseph stories in the Torah. There will be no practices or tryouts. The lyrics will be provided. Children who do not yet read can just sing along. For more information, contact Julie Tornberg, director of youth and education at director@cbscs.org or 701-2685.

MELAVA MALKA SCHEDULED FOR DEC. 19 The fourth annual melava malka has been scheduled for Saturday, December 19, at 7 pm, at the home of Sarah and Peter Saulson. Participants will “escort the Sabbath queen as she leaves for the week” with Havdalah, singing, musical instruments, and a snack. Those who play an instrument have been encouraged to bring it, and those who sing have been encouraged to attend. The program will not be a concert, it will be a participatory circle. The intergenerational event is intended for those who see music as either “a deep spiritual practice” or as “pure fun,” or both. For more information, contact the CBSCS office at 446-9570 or office@cbscs.org. CBS-CS HAZAK TO PRESENT “ANCIENT EGYPTIAN MUMMIES WITH TORAH PERSPECTIVE” DEC. 20 Dr. Mark Levinsohn will discuss how radiology is used in assessing Egyptian mummies at the Hazak meeting on Sunday, December 20, at 2:30 pm, at Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas. Rabbi Andrew Pepperstone will give the Torah perspective of mummification. Levinsohn will begin by showing simple radiology and CAT scans followed by examples of how the tools of radiology can be used in the process of assessing the mummies. He will show pictures of two mummies – one from the time of the Maccabees and the other from approximately the time of King David. Levinsohn has recently retired from active

Temple Adath Yeshurun “DOUGH,” A FILM ABOUT BREAD – AND “BREAD” The film “Dough,” directed by John Goldschmidt, will be presented at Temple Adath Yeshurun on Saturday, December 12, at 8:30 pm. It was shown at the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival on opening night, as well as at Jewish film festivals throughout the country, including the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival and, most recently, at the Rutgers Jewish Film Festival. The story centers around a Jewish baker

Saskia Enders spun a dreidel during Storah Time at Rothschild Early Childhood Center’s Jewish enrichment program at Temple Adath Yeshurun. Storah Time meets every Tuesday at 10 am in the Muriel and Avron Spector Library. For more information, contact Alicia Gross as alicia@adath.org.

attempting to save his business, when his apprentice accidentally drops cannabis in the dough, causing sales to skyrocket. At the core of the movie is the unlikely cross-cultural friendship that develops between the baker and his Muslim assistant, connecting the two across the divides of age, race and religion. The community has been invited to attend and there will be no charge for admission. Reservations have been requested and can be made by e-mailing info@adath.org by Friday, December 11. The film will be presented by the adult education chavurah and is funded by the Abraham and Anita Altman Fund. RECC FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT JANUARY 9 The Rothschild Early Childhood Center will host a family movie night on Saturday, January 9, at 6:30 pm, in the Temple Adath Yeshurun ballroom. The event is for RECC families, as well as members of the wider community. The featured movie will be “Inside Out.” There will be a minimal family admission charge, which will include snacks. Participants are encouraged to bring their blankets, pillows and lawn chairs. Children are welcome to dress in pajamas. The event will be presented by the RECC Parent Advisory Council. It will be child-friendly event, and will include an intermission. For more information, contact the RECC office at recc@adath. org or call 445-0049.

See “CBS-CS” on page 9

Rabbi Paul Drazen addressed the Temple Adath Yeshurun Men’s Club at a meeting on November 22. Ron Siegel (front, center) and Sam Nord (right) listened.

Temple Concord TEMPLE CONCORD CINEMAGOGUE FILM SERIES BY LESLIE BROCKSMITH Cinemagogue, Temple Concord’s film series, will show “To Be or Not to Be” on Tuesday, January 5, at 7:30 pm. Starring Mel Brooks and Anne Bancroft, the 1983 remake tells the story of a musical comedy troupe in 1930s Poland as they are forced into hiding. The group soon finds itself in a farcical plot to foil a group of Nazis. Cinemagogue offers a variety of films with Jewish themes, Israeli filmmakers and Jewish-American stars. The event will be free and open to the public.

Donations will be welcome. TEMPLE CONCORD FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTES 120 THANKSGIVING TURKEYS BY STEWART KOENIG Temple Concord’s food pantry, on the east side of Syracuse, beat last year’s record distribution of 98 turkeys with 120 turkeys given to families in need. Ernie Wass, pantry volunteer director, said, “Our temple members really stepped up to help this season.” In addition to a frozen turkey, families received enough groceries to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving meal.

Syracuse Jewish community connects at Meet at The MOST BY MARIANNE BAZYDLO Approximately 350 attended “Meet at The MOST,” a Jewish Federation of Central New York community celebration held on November 14 at the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology. Mark Wladis, Federation’s 2016 Campaign chair, said, “This event is an example of what the campaign cabinet has been talking about since we first met in the spring. Our aim is not only to raise the funds, but also to bring the Jewish community together to celebrate our interconnected sense of shared goals.

I have received so many positive comments about the event. The range in age of the attendees, from 6 months to more than 80 years of age, showcased the vibrancy of the Jewish community in Central New York.” Throughout the night, guests of all ages explored the exhibits and play spaces at the museum. People danced along to music by DJ Rick Deyulio and watched Hal Schulman’s magic and sleight of hand. Balloon hats created by the Twin Magicians adorned heads, and young and old carried around brightly colored balloon animals. The photo

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Federation “friend-raiser” judged a success ed Andrew Weinberg, Lynn BY JACKIE MIRON Horowitch and Eric Rochelson, The Jewish Federation of and event chair Pam Levine. Central New York hosted its Federation President Linda first Meet at the MOST event on Alexander called the event November 14. Attendees were a “resounding success,” and treated to free valet parking, a also mentioned a Federationwarm reception in the lobby and sponsored dinner prior to the a whole evening of family fun, event for the young leadership friends, food and music. class and their families. The cavernous Milton J. Jackie Miron This year, the Federation is Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology was filled to near-capacity trying to bring more people into the fold of while families roamed the museum, meet- the Central New York Jewish community. ing and greeting old friends and new. The The Federation is more than Super Sunday. permanent exhibits were open and the It is a consistent and present organization Federation provided a photo booth, balloon continuing to keep the Jewish community station, magician, DJ and food and drinks strong and relevant, vibrant and thriving, table. Snacks, desserts and cold and hot for years and generations to come. If you missed it, we missed you. If you beverages were served while guests milled the room. The museum store was open for want to get involved, you are welcome to volunteer. Federation provides funding for browsing, and baskets were raffled. This was more than fund-raising. multiple organizations and activities in the Corporate sponsors and generous patrons community, exhibiting a large presence underwrote the evening’s events, and only and effect on Central New York, and more a nominal fee was charged, less than the volunteers are needed, whether on Super typical outing at the MOST. This was Sunday or for other events. We are online www.jewishfederation“friend-raising.” The youngest patrons were a set of 10-week-old twins, the old- cny.org, and located in the Sam Pomeranz est well into their 80s. Three rabbis mixed Jewish Community Center of Syracuse. with the multigenerational group, laugh- Federation publishes the Jewish Observer ing, connecting, enjoying and relaxing. – arrange to get a copy mailed, pick one up in the office, or read it online. We have (For photos, see pages 6-7.) Federation Campaign leader Mark strength in numbers, and would welcome Wladis said the “enthusiasm, excitement your help and enthusiasm. Come to Super and commitment” for the annual campaign Sunday, ask questions and get involved. This is your Jewish Federation, at work were “incredible,” not just for the MOST event. The planning committee includ- every day for you.

booth from Black Tie Entertainment provided mementos from the event. Guests were greeted at the door by a balloon display from Balloon AffAIRs, and there was valet parking by Syracuse Parking Services. Snacks were catered by The Oaks and supervised by the Va’ad. Among the event’s sponsors were El-

liott Meltzer; Pomeranz, Shankman and Martin Charitable Foundation; Gregory Baum, M.D., CNY Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery; Cardiovascular Group of Syracuse; OneGroup NY; Wladis Law Firm; International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 43; Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 267; and Dolph and Naomi Schayes.

New edition of “Mein Kampf” to be published in Germany BERLIN (JTA) – A new edition of “Mein Kampf” is due to be published in Germany in January following the expiration of a copyright law that prohibited its publication. The book, to be published by the Munich-based Institute for Contemporary History, will be a two-volume annotated edition that is meant to demystify the text, which was written by Adolf Hitler and first published in 1925. Josef Schuster, Germany’s top Jewish leader, said he accepts the publication, but urged law enforcement agencies to prevent an avalanche of publications of the raw book. A scholarly edition “is important, in order to explain [the roots of] National Socialism and the Shoah,” Schuster said. Partly funded by the German state of Bavaria, the 2,000-page book will include the original text along with explanations, comments and notes. It will cost 59 euros, or about $63. Hitler wrote the book while in prison

in 1923, following his attempted coup in Munich. It was originally published in two volumes, one in 1925 and the next in 1926. After he came to power seven years later, many further editions were published, including one given free to newlywed couples and another to mark Hitler’s 50th birthday in 1939. The copyright, which the Bavarian Finance Ministry inherited from the publisher after the war, runs out in January, 70 years after Hitler’s death. Until now, the ministry has barred publication in Germany in an effort to limit the spread of Hitler’s ideology. But that has not stopped its publication elsewhere. Reportedly, more than 12 million copies have been sold throughout the years. The Bavarian Ministry of Justice hopes to continue to ban publication of the original text, but it will have to seek means other than copyright law to do so. The ministry is reportedly seeking a ban based on laws prohibiting incitement to hate.

In the spirit of the Chanukah lights (315) 396-0536 • www.dancetheaterofsyracuse.com We are the Dance Theater of Syracuse (DTS), a not-for-profit dance organization dedicated to providing pre-professional dance training to young artists and providing emerging dance artists with a place to develop new work. Through skilled instructors, master classes, performance opportunities and field trips, we enable gifted students to develop their craft, and students who are just learning about their gifts to explore their abilities and dance itself. As schools throughout the state are fixing more and more attention on academic skills, DTS endeavors to balance our students’ educations. Enhanced discipline, strength, flexibility, and expressive skill are important pillars of intelligence when it is defined more realistically. DTS can boast that ALL of our graduates have gone off to college. Gifted artists aren’t always born into families with the resources to finance their instruction. Please consider making a donation. Keep in mind that any donation is 100% tax deductible, that 100% remains in Central New York, and that 100% is dedicated to instruction. A donation of any amount would be wonderful, meaningful, welcomed and well used. Thank you! To make a donation, either visit our website www.dancetheaterofsyracuse.com or send a check payable to Dance Theater of Syracuse and mail to: DTS, 117 Harvard Place, Syracuse, NY 13210

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Jewish Federation Multi-Generational “Friend-Raising” Celebration a Big Success! The Meet at The MOST committee members are, from left: Andrew Weinberg, Lynn Horowitch and Eric Rochelson with 2016 Campaign Chair Mark Wladis. Pam Levine, Event Chair, is not pictured.

Jewish Federation of Central New York Chair of the Board, Ruth Stein, and her husband, Joel Stein, enjoyed the evening with their grandson, Dylan Stein

A portrait of Milton J. Rubenstein, for whom the MOST is named, and his wife, Elaine Rubenstein, in the museum

Lynn Horowitch put together several baskets to give away at Meet at The MOST. Items were donated by Syracuse IMG Sports Marketing; Natur-Tyme; Eric and Liza Rochelson; David and Lynn Horowitch and The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology.

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Jewish activist Lori Berenson returning to U.S. after 20-year ordeal in Peru

(JTA) – Lori Berenson, the Jewish New Yorker whose imprisonment in Peru for aiding leftist rebels became a cause celebre, is returning to the United States after 20 years. Police escorted Berenson, 46, through the Lima airport on her way back to the U.S. on December 2. She was carrying her 6-year-old son, Salvador, from her marriage to her attorney, Anibal Apari.

The couple has divorced. In 1995, Berenson was convicted of treason by a panel of military judges for aiding leftist rebels in a plot to overthrow the Peruvian Congress. She spent 15 years in prison and the rest of her 20-year term on parole in Lima, the capital city. Berenson has denied belonging to the Tupac Amaru Revolutionary Movement

or engaging in violent acts. In 2010, she apologized to Peruvians in a letter for any hurt she may have caused as a condition of her parole. She admitted to being a member of the movement, but not to participating in the violent plot for which she was accused. Berenson said she never saw any weapons during her involvement with the group. Apari was a member of the movement; the

two met while Berenson was in prison. Thousands of human rights activists campaigned for years for Berenson’s release. Her parents, Mark and Rhoda, left their jobs as university professors to advocate for their daughter. Berenson plans to live with her parents in New York, The New York Times reported, but said she eventually will move to another state to start anew.

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Egalitarian parenting bill advances in Knesset

A bill that would allow both parents of newborns to equally share the responsibilities of new parenthood has passed a first reading in the Israeli Knesset. The Egalitarian Parenting Bill, which will allow fathers to be more active in caring for their newborns, was approved in a preliminary reading on Dec. 2. The bill, proposed by Rachel Azaria of the Kulanu party, moves to the Labor and Social Welfare Committee for revisions before returning to the Knesset floor for second and third readings. The measure replaces the term “maternity leave” with “childbirth and parenthood time,” and changes “nursing

hour,” which allowed new mothers to leave work an hour early for four months after the end of maternity leave, to “parenting hour,” which would allow the father to leave work an hour early – to pick up the child from day care, for example. “The women will not be the only ones juggling work and raising children, the fathers will be able to enjoy fatherhood – which in my opinion is one of the greatest advantages that men have from the feminist movement – and the children will enjoy both parents,” Azaria said, according to the Times of Israel. “In the future, the relationship will be more equal, the partnership will be real in every aspect of the family unit, including raising and attending to children. With this bill we are taking another step towards that equality.”

Simple tips to lose weight and improve your health (StatePoint) – While a healthy lifestyle can certainly help you get the body you always wanted, the benefits extend well beyond your appearance, say experts. “Adopting a healthy lifestyle offers more than just weight loss alone; it can also promote your overall health and reduce your risk of chronic diseases, like diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and even some types of cancer,” says Ximena Jimenez, registered dietitian nutritionist and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics spokeswoman. “Eating

right and staying active is an investment in a high-quality life.” Jimenez offers a few ways you can bite into a healthy lifestyle. Make Informed Food Choices: A healthy lifestyle is about so much more than just choosing to eat more fruits and vegetables. While this is important, it’s also essential to make informed food choices based on your individual health and nutrient needs. Knowing which nutrients your body needs, See “Health” on page 9

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practice at Crouse Hospital, where he specialized in general and musculoskeletal radiology. He was a voluntary radiologist for the medical examiner’s office, a position that led him to many forensic cases, as well as the two Egyptian mummies that are the basis of the program. Refreshments will be served and the presentation will be open to the community. A MOVIE, A MAGICIAN AND CHINESE FOOD ON CHRISTMAS AT CBS-CS Chinese food chef and cookbook author Don Siegel will once again prepare a General Tso chicken Chinese Shabbat dinner on Friday, December 25, beginning at 4:30 pm. A screening of the documentary “The Search for General Tso,” which features Siegel, will be held prior to the dinner at 3 pm. Magician and balloon artist David Jackman will entertain younger children at 3:30 pm. Kabalat Shabbat Services will follow dinner at 6 pm. Reservations will be required for dinner. Those attending should indicate, at the time of registration, if they need a vegetarian version of the dish, to be made with cauliflower. There will be a cost for the dinner. For more information or to make reservations, contact CBS-CS at 446-9570 or office@cbscs.org. INTERGENERATIONAL ICE SKATING ON DEC. 31 AT CLINTON SQUARE Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas will hold its annual intergenerational ice skating event on Thursday, December 31, from 10 am-2 pm, at Clinton Square. CBS-CS has reserved a heated “party room” for snacks, warming, resting and more. Street parking is available on Clinton and Water streets. There will be a cost at the rink for admission and rentals. For questions or to make a reservation, contact Heather Engelman at engelman@syr.edu. NEW CLASSES BEGIN AT CBS-CS IN JANUARY Hanita Blair will offer a class in chanting the haftarah on Sundays, at 9:45 am, beginning on January 10. The

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the foods that contain them and how much fits into your healthy eating plan are all part of making smart choices. A registered dietitian nutritionist can educate you and guide your food choices while keeping your tastes and preferences in mind. Choose Sensible Snacks: Sensible snacks are a part of any healthful eating plan. If you choose carefully and plan ahead, snacks can prevent overeating at mealtimes and throughout the day. For children and adults, alike, snacks can supply foods and nutrients that we might miss in meals. Focus on fruits, vegetables, whole-grains and low-fat dairy foods. Get Plenty of Physical Activity: Daily physical activity is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle, but most Americans don’t include enough exercise in their daily routines. Regular physical activity strengthens bones and

The Keyna Hora Klezmer Band, directed by Mimi Weiner, presented a concert for Hazak on November 15 at Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas. The featured performers were vocalists from CBS-CS; Megan Mawhinney, a clarinetist and member of the band; and Chongchun Chen, a Chinese opera singer (far right). Front row (l-r): Megan Mawhinney, Harvey Pearl, Elaine Meltzer, Mimi Weiner and Ernie Wass. Second row: Sid Lipton, Allen Kosoff, Sue Wass and Mark Wolfe. first three classes – January 10, 17 and 24 – will be beginning trope. The following five sessions – February 14, 21, 28 and March 13 and 20 – will be a workshop to prepare to read a haftarah as a class. Learning to chant haftarah in a cooperative workshop environment and is said to be for “the absolute beginner,” as well as for those who want some help to “take their skills to the next level.” In February and March, after learning the basics, the group will learn a haftarah together as a class. The course will culminate with everyone participating in chanting a portion of a shared haftarah scheduled for Saturday, March 26. There will be a fee for non-CBS-CS members to take the class. For more information, contact Blair at

Continued from page 8 muscles, reduces the risk of chronic illness and fosters overall well-being. Consult an Expert: A registered dietitian nutritionist draws on his or her experience to develop a personalized nutrition plan for individuals of all ages. RDNs are able to separate facts from fads and translate nutritional science into information you can use. An RDN can help you adopt a healthy diet, reach and maintain a healthy weight, and ultimately reduce your risk of chronic disease. To help, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers a variety of healthy eating information at www.EatRight.org. Whatever your motivations may be, don’t wait. Adopt a healthier lifestyle today to look and feel your best.

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Members of Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas and Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church put together welcome bags for clients of Vera House at their annual joint Thanksgiving program on November 22. hanitablair@gmail.com. To register, contact CBS-CS at 446-9570 or office@cbscs.org. BEGINNING ADULT HEBREW CLASS Temple Concord and Congregation Beth SholomChevra-Shas will once again collaborate in offering prayer book and biblical Hebrew classes to adult and teenage learners. The classes will be open to all and will be held at Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas. The beginning adult Hebrew class, taught by Sarah Saulson, will begin on Monday, January 11, for 11 sessions, from 7-8 pm. The class will start with the letters and sounds, and will progress to simple reading and basic vocabulary. This will be the class for people who wish to start from the beginning or review the basics. For more information, e-mail Saulson at sfsaulson@twcny.rr.com. The class will have a minimum required enrollment. There will be a fee for the class for non-CBS-CS members. To register, contact the CBS-CS office at 446-9570 or office@cbscs.org.

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Calendar Highlights

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Friday, December 11 Temple Concord Chanukah service at 6 pm, with dinner at 7 pm Sunday, September 13 TC Chanukah brunch at 9:30 am Temple Adath Yeshurun presents “Language of Jewish Living” at 11 am Syracuse Hebrew Day School Chanukah party at Temple Adath Yeshurun at 4 pm Monday, December 14 TC Board of Trustees meeting at 7 pm Tuesday, December 15 TC Goldenberg Series piano recital at 7 pm Wednesday, December 16 Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas Board of Directors meeting at 7:30 pm Wednesday, December 17 TAY Board of Directors meeting at 7 pm Epstein at Wegmans Café at 7 pm Sunday, December 20 TAY Hazak program at 1 pm Bringing Up Day Schoolers Bouncing House at 2 pm CBS-CS talk on mummies at 2:30 pm Tuesday, December 22 Fast of 10th of Tevet Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse Executive Committee meeting at 6 pm, followed by board meeting at 7 pm Wednesday, December 23 EARLY deadline for the January 7 issue of the Jewish Observer Friday, December 25 CBS-CS presents “The Search for General Tso” movie at 3 pm, followed by Chinese dinner reservations required Friday, December 31 JCC “Noon” Year’s Eve lunch for seniors and party at noon TC New Year Shabbat at 7:30 pm Tuesday, January 5 TC Cinemagogue Series presents “To Be or Not To Be” at 7:30 pm Thursday, January 7 Epstein at Wegmans Café at 7 pm Sunday, January 10 TC Sisterhood event at 9:30 am PJ Libray Tu B’Shevat at 10 am TAY Language of Jewish Living at 11 am TC Bowls - brotherhood and sisterhood at 3 pm

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All campers should bring winter clothing for daily outdoor activities, weather permitting, including waterproof pants, coats, hats and gloves. Sneakers are required to play in the gym. The camp’s half-day options, when available, will run from 9 am-noon and 1 pm-4 pm. Full-day campers have been asked to bring a non-meat lunch. An afternoon snack will be provided. Early registration pricing and a discount for siblings is available through Wednesday, December 16. Registration is discounted for JCC members, but membership or JCC program enrollment is not necessary for a child to attend the winter break vacation camp. For more information or to obtain a registration form, call 445-2360 or visit www.jccsyr.org.

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Joseph and the birth of forgiveness BY JEANETTE POWELL There is an intense time in this week’s parasha that is transformative. On his web page on December 22, 2014, “The Birth of Forgiveness, Vayigash 5755,” Rabbi Jonathan Sacks wrote, “It happened when Joseph finally revealed his identity to his brothers. While they were silent and in a state of shock, he went on to say these words: ‘I am your brother Joseph, whom you sold into Egypt! And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with yourselves for selling me here, because it was to save lives that God sent me ahead of you. For two years now there has been famine in the land, and for the next five years there will be no plowing and reaping. But God sent me ahead of you to preserve for you a remnant on earth and to save your lives by a great deliverance. So then, it was not you who sent me here, but God.’” (Genesis 45: 4-8) According to Rabbi Sacks, “This is the first recorded moment in history in which one human being forgives another.” Joseph forgave and, yet, the Torah hints that the brothers did not fully appreciate the significance of his words. After all, he did not explicitly use the word “forgive.” He told them not to be distressed. He said, “It was not you – but God.” He told them their act had resulted in a positive outcome. But all of this was theoretically compatible with holding them guilty and deserving of punishment. We can learn the essentials of forgiveness in Joseph’s action. Joseph was able to see some goodness that came out of the terrible wrong that had been done to him by his brothers. Instead of perpetuating revenge and anger, Joseph was able to get on with his life and give both himself and his brothers the gift of letting go. It did not negate his feelings of anger and disappointment with his brothers, but he was able to see beyond that and let go of revenge. Joseph saw that his trials led him to a greater situation in Egypt and his power put him in a position to eventually help his family. What can we learn about forgiveness from this parasha? We see that a positive life and hate and revenge cannot occupy the same space. It took Joseph quite a while to come to this conclusion. He had to examine his life in order to see both positive and negative events and how they affected him and his family. Joseph was able to look at the good that came out of his brothers’ hateful treatment. He was able to weigh that as far more important than holding a grudge or hanging onto hate

MAZEL TOV Dana Goldberg to marry Matthew Cutter

Steven and Sondra Goldberg, of Fayetteville, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Dana Goldberg, to Matthew Cutter, son of Steven and Nancy Cutter, of Needham, MA. Dana is the granddaughter of Norma Goldberg, of DeWitt, the late Bernard Goldberg and Francis and Beverly Rochelson, both deceased. Matthew is the grandson of the Sheldon Dana Goldberg and (Bud) and Sandra ShapMatthew Cutter iro and Harold and Judith Cutter, all deceased. Dana completed her master’s degree in leadership studies at Northeastern University in 2011. She received a bachelor’s of science, cum laude, in 2009 from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and is working as a human resource manager at Extreme Reach in Needham. Matthew is working as a wealth management advisor at Northwestern Mutual in Wellesley, MA. He is finishing his certified financial planner accreditation. He is a 2009 Ithaca College graduate with a bachelor’s degree in finance. At Ithaca, he was a member of the varsity lacrosse team. The couple met in 1998 while campers at Camp Young Judaea in Amherst, NH, and reconnected when they ran at the Boston Marathon. They were engaged on October 16 on their rooftop overlooking Fenway Park in Boston, MA, with their families present. The wedding is planned for Sunday, September 11, at Temple Adath Yeshurun in Syracuse.

and resentment. By seeing the positive in an otherwise gruesome event, Joseph was able to transform not only his own life, but the lives of his family and his children. He broke a standard of revenge that continues in many cultures and sets a new tone. It took a while for his brothers to believe him since they had expected some sort of retaliation. The example Joseph set is one we need to look at carefully as we look at our world of conflict: wars, hatred of people who do not look as we do or believe as we do, families breaking up and neighbors not talking to each other. When we forgive, we give a gift to ourselves to choose life instead of hate. It does not make the hurtful event OK. What it does do is release that event’s power over us and free us to live. It breaks the negative hold on us and gives us room to grow. We get our positive power and strength back. Joseph believed that God directed his life and gave him hope and the position he came to hold. We can also see that Joseph was open to new experiences and as a result, he made the most of his situations. He did not waste time in building up resentments. He used his time to build a new life. How can we use our time, our precious life? Do we throw life away wastefully on gossip, hatred and revenge? Do we do our best to leave our hurt behind and forge new experiences? Do we find new directions and live being grateful for the gift of life? Do we do our best to seek justice, be at peace and build peace? Jeanette Powell is a retired director of Mental Health Clinic Services in Syracuse. She holds a bachelor’s degree in religious studies from Canisius College. She is a member of Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas.

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American soldier named Righteous Among the Nations for first time

An American soldier for the first time has been recognized as a Righteous Among the Nations. The late Master Sgt. Roddie Edmonds was honored for rescuing Jewish soldiers at a prisoner of war camp in Germany in January 1945, Yad Vashem said in announcing the honor on Dec. 2. Edmonds, of Knoxville, TN, died in 1985. He becomes one of only five Americans to be recognized as a Righteous Gentile by Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust memorial. The others are Varian Fry, Waitstill and Martha Sharp, and Lois Gunden. More than 26,000 individuals have received the honor. Edmonds is now being considered for a Congressional Medal of Honor, according to the Associated Press. “Master Sgt. Roddie Edmonds seemed like an ordinary American soldier, but he had an extraordinary sense of responsibility and dedication to his fellow human beings,” said Yad Vashem Chairman Avner Shalev. “These attributes form the common thread that binds members of this select group of Righteous Among the Nations. The choices and actions of Master Sgt. Edmonds set an example for his fellow American soldiers as they stood united against the barbaric evil of the Nazis.” Edmonds was taken prisoner by the Germans during the Battle of the Bulge. In January 1945, the Germans announced that all Jewish POWs in the camp, Stalag IXA, were to report the following morning, likely to be sent to Nazi extermination camps or murdered. The highest-ranking solider in the American section of the camp, Edmonds ordered all his men to fall out the following morning – Jews and non-Jews. When the German camp commander saw that all the camp’s inmates were standing in front of their barracks, he turned to Edmonds and exclaimed: “They cannot all be Jews!” Edmonds replied: “We are all Jews.” The camp commander took out his pistol and threatened Edmonds, who only gave his name, rank and serial number as required by the Geneva Convention. “If you shoot me, you will have to shoot all of us, and after the war you will be tried for war crimes,” Edmonds said. The commander turned around and left. One of the Jewish POWs, Paul Stern, recounted the incident to Yad Vashem. He recalled it occurred in English. “Although 70 years have passed,” Stern said, “I can still hear the words he said to the German camp commander.” Lester Tanner, another Jewish soldier who was captured at the Battle of the Bulge, told Yad Vashem that there were more than 1,000 American soldiers standing in wide formation in front of the barracks with Edmonds. “There was no question in my mind, or that of Master Sgt. Edmonds, that the Germans were removing the Jewish prisoners from the general prisoner population at great risk to their survival,” Tanner said. “Master Sgt. Edmonds, at the risk of his immediate death, defied the Germans with the unexpected consequences that the Jewish prisoners were saved.”

SHELDON OSCAR BURMAN, M.D.

Sheldon Oscar Burman, 88, of Boston, MA, died on November 27. He graduated from Syracuse University and the University of Syracuse Medical School. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, he spent the early part of his career developing techniques for replacing the aortic valve of a human with a valve harvested from an animal. His pioneering research led to a successful aortic valve replacement with a calf valve in 1967, the first such surgery in the United States. Most of his academic surgical career was spent in Chicago, where he taught and performed surgery at the University of Illinois Medical School and the Chicago Medical School. He raised his family in Highland Park, IL. After 42 years in Chicago, he and his wife decided to retire in Boston to be closer to their children and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Genevieve Burman Share, and brother-in-law, Nathan Share. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Diane Berger Burman; three children, Allison Burman (Edward Charles) Gordon, Jocelyn Burman Belluck and Harrison Emory Guy (Lori Galvin ) Burman; and nine grandchildren. Burial was in the Adath Yeshurun Cemetery. Birnbaum Funeral Service had arrangements. Contributions may be made to the New England Anti-Defamation League at http://newenglandadl. org/donate. 

BARBARA “BOBBSEY” FRENT

Barbara “Bobbsey” Frent, of Scottsdale, AZ, died on November 20 at home. A native of Syracuse, she had lived in Scottsdale for the past 37 years. She was a former resident of Desert Highlands and Pinnacle Peak Country Club communities. She was a graduate of Syracuse University and, with her husband, endowed the Frent Family Scholarship Fund. She was dedicated to improving the quality of life for others. She was active in the Jewish community in Syracuse, serving as the president of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Jewish Home of Central New York. She was an avid sportswoman and enjoyed fishing and golf, participating in many sanctioned competitive golfing events in Scottsdale and Syracuse. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Robert; three sons, Alan (Whitney), Steven (Karen) and Bruce (Deborah); five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Contributions can be made to the Foundation of Menorah Park of Central New York, 4101 E Genesee St., Syracuse, NY 13214; or to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014. 

HAROLD GOLDBERG

Harold Goldberg, 88, died on November 21 at Francis House after a long battle with cancer. He was a teacher and administrator in the New York City school system and champion raconteur. An avid lover of the outdoors, he enjoyed camping, gardening, fishing and boating. He was a longtime member of the Mt. Pleasant Sportsman’s Club. He loved adventure, whether it was going on a cruise to Alaska in his 80s, listening to his grandchildren tell him about their travels or watching old westerns. He valued toughness, bravery, knowledge and sharp wits. He always encouraged his loved ones to be bold and to pursue the best of everything. He is survived by his wife of 54 years and 363 days, Elisa Coletti Goldberg; their daughter, Lisa (Mitchell Jaffe) Goldberg, of Syracuse; two granddaughters; and other loved ones. Burial was in the Onondaga County Veterans’ Cemetery. Sisskind Funeral Service had arrangements. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Central New York, 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 13088; or Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208. 

CARYL C. KALET

Caryl C. Kalet, of The Nottingham in Jamesville, died on November 28. She was born in Buffalo and graduated from the University of Buffalo as a dental hygienist. While working in Buffalo, she met her husband and they moved to Syracuse in 1945. She was a dental hygienist for many years and was active in the Temple Concord Sisterhood. She played mah jongg, canasta and golf, but her passion was painting on china. She also shared her husband’s passion for horses and the Limestone Creek Hunt. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Sidney, in 2002; and her daughter, Kathy. She is survived by two children, Sydne and Michael (Philippa Read), of DeWitt; and one grandson. Sisskind Funeral Service had arrangements. Contributions can be made to Temple Concord, 910 Madison St., Syracuse, NY 13210; or to the ALS Association, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 6051, Albert Lea, MN 56007. 

MARILYN LAUFE

MarilynLaufe,85,diedonNovember25inPhiladelphia,PA. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she lived in Syracuse from 1970-81, taught English at Corcoran High School and was a member of Temple Concord. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Martin Laufe; four children, David Laufe, Hannah (Richard Miller) Laufe, Eric Laufe and Anne (Mark McCarthy) Laufe; two grandchildren; and two sisters, Anita Lopatin Smolover and Sondra Kaiser Reiff. Burial was in Locustwood Memorial Park in Cherry Hill, NJ. Platt Memorial Chapels of Cherry Hill, NJ, had arrangements. Contributions may be made to HIAS at www.hias. org or UNHCR at www.unhcr.org. 

PASQUALE “PAT” LOSURDO

Pasquale “Pat” Losurdo, 67, of Liverpool, died on November 1 at home after a short bout of lung cancer. He worked at Brace Mueller for 20 years before the business closed and retired in 2014 after 20 years with the Syracuse City Schools. He served in the U.S. Navy. The family belongs to Temple Concord. He was predeceased by his parents, Concetta and Peter Losurdo, and his sister, Angela Gauthier. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Dinah Phillips Losurdo; a daughter, Zenetta Kimpland; two grandchildren; a stepdaughter, Channing (Donniell) Fishkind, of Baltimore, MD; a stepson, Matthew (Barbara) Cohen, of Fair Lawn, NJ; four step-grandchildren; sisters Catherine (Wallace) Rockwell and Josephine (Rosario) Nicotra; a brother, Peter (Mary) Losurdo; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Entombment was in Woodlawn Cemetery. Farone and Son Funeral Home had arrangements. 

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ARLENE ANN OWOC

Arlene Ann Owoc, 69, died at Crouse Hospital on November 19. She is survived by her daughter, Leesa (Doug) Paul, her son, Brian Owac, and his girlfriend, Sarah Mobsby; her longtime companion, John Cummings; and her sister, Audrey Hutsko. Sisskind Funeral Service had arrangements. Contributions may be made to Cope with Stroke, 108 Retford Dr., Liverpool, NY 13088. 

RONNA JEAN SCHERMETT

Ronna Jean Schermett, 66, of Lynnwood, WA, formerly of Syracuse, died on November 27 at home. Born in Syracuse, she hitchhiked and traveled in her motor home all across the country. Her license plate read “Gypsy Jew!” She lived in a tent in the woods in Portland, ME; on a boat, The Sea Witch, in San Diego, CA; and in Boston, MA. About 14 years ago, she settled down in an RV park in the state of Washington. She loved the Woodland Park Zoo, where she was a member. She was predeceased by her parents, Judith Shapiro and Edward J. Schermett. She is survived by her sister, Deena Weinstein. Burial was in Beth El Cemetery, Syracuse. Birnbaum Funeral Service had arrangements. 

LINDA ZOHLER

LindaZohler,59,diedonNovember19atSt.Joseph’sHospital. Born in Niagara Falls, she had lived most of her life in Syracuse. She was a graduate of Nottingham High School and SUNY Brockport. For the past 12 years, she had been the administrative assistant for the science and art departments at Fayetteville-Manlius High School. She was a member of Temple Adath Yeshurun. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Steven; their daughters, Lauren and Debi; her sister, Judi (Larry) Metzger; her sister-in-law, Lynn (Kevin) McNeff; her brother-in-law, Richard (Karen) Zohler; two nieces; and four nephews. Sisskind Funeral Service had arrangements. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 2 S. Clinton St. #305, Syracuse, NY 13202. 

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PHOEBE HORN

Phoebe Horn, 91, died on November 25 at her home at The Nottingham. Born in New York City, she lived most of her life in Brooklyn, where she and her husband raised their family. She lived at the Nottingham for the past six years and made many friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Eddie, in 2009. She is survived by her children, Susan (Sue Gorton) Horn, of Syracuse, and Michael (Stephanie) Horn, of New Jersey; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a niece, Carla (Bob) Phelps; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Burial was in Beth David Cemetery, Elmont, NY. Sisskind Funeral Service had arrangements. Contributions can be made to the Resident Forum Holiday Fund, c/o The Nottingham, 1301 Nottingham Rd., Jamesville, NY 13078, to benefit the staff of The Nottingham. 

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DECEMBER 10, 2015/28 KISLEV 5776 ■ JEWISH OBSERVER

JEWISH OBSERVER ■ DECEMBER 10, 2015/28 KISLEV 5776

To Brighten the Festival of Lights

In Our Kosher Meat Dept. 10-22 Lb.Avg.Wgt.•Frozen

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 7-12 oz.•Select Varieties

Empire Kosher Whole Turkey

3 99 3 99 13 99 9 Free 99

In Our Kosher Meat Dept.

Fresh Teva 1st Cut Kosher Brisket In Our Kosher Meat Dept. 33 oz.

In Our Seafood Dept. 4 oz.•Gravad Lax

BUY 1, GET 1

Admiral’s Smoked Salmon

6 $ Coupon Savings 1

AdvantEdge Price In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 25.4 oz.•Select Varieties

Kedem Sparkling Juice

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 2.75 oz.

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. .53 oz.•Milk Chocolate or Bittersweet

FINAL PRICE WITH & COUPON

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 44 Ct.

Promised Land Chanukah Candles In Our Produce Dept. U.S. #1•2 1/4" Minimum

Fresh NY State Red Apples

3 LB. BAG

4 $ Coupon Savings 1

2/$

99 4/$ 1 ¢ 79 99 2

Goodman’s Onion Soup & Dip Mix

Elite Chocolate lb. Gelt Coins

Meal Mart Meat Balls in Marinara Sauce

2/$

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 9.6 oz.•All Varieties

Manischewitz lb. Tam Tams

In Our Kosher Meat Dept.•Empire Kosher 16 oz.•White 93% Ground Turkey $5.49 or

85% Fresh Ground Turkey

4/$

lb.

Empire Kosher Bone-In Turkey Breast

Golden Gourmet Pancakes

Manischewitz Egg Noodles

In Our Kosher Meat Dept. Frozen

In Our Kosher Frozen Dept. 10.6 oz.•Select Varieties

AdvantEdge Price In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 32 oz.•Select Varieties

Manischewitz Broth

FINAL PRICE WITH & COUPON

Breakstone’s Whipped Butter In Our Kosher Dairy Dept. 8 oz.Tub

Temp Tee Whipped Cream Cheese In Our Kosher Frozen Dept. 8.5 oz.•Red or White

Farmers Horseradish In Our Kosher Frozen Dept. 13 oz.•Cheese, Cherry or Potato Only

Golden Blintzes 6 Pack

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. All Varieties•23-24 oz. Jar

Price Chopper Applesauce

2/$

/5 2/$ 4 2/$ 3 2/$ 5

In Our Kosher Dairy Dept. 8 oz.Tub•Unsalted or Salted

AdvantEdge Price

Coupon Savings

In Our Kosher Grocery Dept. 6 oz.•Select Varieties

3 1

2/$ $

FINAL PRICE 2 Manischewitz $ WITH & Potato Pancake Mix COUPON

COUPON • EXPIRES 12/19/15

25.4 oz. Select Varieties

32 oz. Select Varieties

6 oz. Select Varieties

Kedem Sparkling Juice

1off 2

Limit 1 Price Chopper coupon per customer, per offer, per day; may be combined with one manufacturer coupon per product purchased, unless prohibited.Void if copied or altered. Offer effective Sunday, November 8, 2015 thru Saturday, December 19, 2015 in our Price Chopper, Market 32 & Market Bistro stores. CLU# 1752

Manischewitz Broth

1off 2

Manischewitz Potato Pancake Mix

1off 2

Prices effective Sunday, November 8 thru Saturday, December 19, 2015 in our NY, PA,VT, NH, MA and CT stores only. All varieties may not be available in all stores.We reserve the right to limit quantities and substitute items. Not responsible for typographical errors.

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