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Advocacy AIPAC – The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (Dallas Office) Phone: 214-741-6759 Fax: 972-239-5695 drugoff@aipac.org www.aipac.org Danielle Rugoff The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (“AIPAC”) is the only American organization whose sole mission is to lobby the U.S. government about legislation that strengthens the relationship between the United States and Israel.

American Jewish Committee, Dallas Office 12720 Hillcrest Road, Suite 210 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-387-2943 Fax: 972-404-1913 poppa@ajc.org www.ajc.org Gary Eisenstat, President Anna Popp, Director

American Jewish Committee (AJC) seeks a secure Jewish future in a more just world. We maintain offices across the United States and around the world and partnerships with Jewish communities abroad. AJC builds bridges, advances security, supports Israel and strengthens Jewish life.

American Jewish Congress 115 East 57th Street, 11th Floor New York, NY 10022-2120 Phone: 212-879-4500 Fax: 212-758-1633 www.ajcongress.org Belle B. Faber, National Director of Development bfaber@ajcongress.org The AJCongress was organized in 1918 to defend Jewish interests at home and abroad. Its founding principles continue to guide us today: that Jews are entitled not merely to charity, but to justice, and that there exist fundamental rights to which men and women of all faiths are entitled. It advocates on behalf of the separation of church and state, civil rights and the State of Israel.

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) North Texas Oklahoma Region 12800 Hillcrest Road, Suite 219 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-960-0342 Fax: 972-960-0591 dallas@adl.org www.adl.org Roberta S. Clark, Community Director The Anti-Defamation League, founded in 1913, is the world’s leading organization fighting antiSemitism through programs and services that counteract hatred, racism, prejudice and bigotry. ADL has 30 offices in the U.S. including three in Texas (Dallas, Houston and Austin).

Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas (JCRC) 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-5229 Fax: 214-369-8943 jcrcdallas@jfgd.org www.jcrcdallas.org Marlene Gorin, Executive Director The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas is the central

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umbrella agency for all the Jewish organizations, agencies and religious institutions in Dallas. The goals of the JCRC are formed by Jewish values and pursued in a non-partisan manner.

National Jewish Democratic Council P.O. Box 65683 Washington, DC 20035 Phone: 202-216-9060 Fax: 202-216-9061 www.njdc.org Marc Stanley, Chairman Phone: 214-443-4301 NJDC maximizes Jewish support for Democrats at the federal and state levels of government. NJDC also educates Democratic elected officials and candidates to increase support for Jewish domestic and foreign policy priorities. We do this to promote both social justice in America and a secure, democratic Jewish State of Israel.

Republican Jewish Coalition 3833 Greenbrier Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-692-5837 rjcdallas@swbell.net www.rjchq.org

Craig Rosenfeld, M.D., President, North Texas Chapter The RJC seeks to foster ties between the American Jewish community and Republican decision makers. We work to sensitize Republican leadership to the concerns of the Jewish community, while articulating Republican ideas within the Jewish community. The RJC is building a respected Jewish Republican voice in Washington and across the country. The North Texas Chapter was established in 2003 and has enjoyed rapid growth. Some speakers at major events have included Congressmen Pete Sessions and Kenny Marchant, U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Kay Bailey Hutchison, Fred Zeidman (Chairman, U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council) and Ari Fleischer.

Southwest Jewish Congress 11311 N. Central Expwy., Ste. 300 Dallas, TX 75243 Phone: 214-361-0018 Fax: 214-361-8377 swjc@swjc.org www.swjc.org Gil Elan, President and CEO A nonprofit membership organization dedicated to protecting Constitutional rights through advocacy and educational programs, and com-

mitted to the security and prosperity of the State of Israel. SWJC presents numerous programs on local issues and current events in the Mideast. Visit our website to find out more, and how you can participate: www.swjc.org.

Financial Dallas Hebrew Free Loan Association P.O. Box 671235 Dallas, TX 75367-1235 Phone: 214-696-8008 Fax: 214-696-6554 dhfla@sbcglobal.net www.dhfla.org Our mission is to assist Jewish people in need to become self-supporting by providing interestfree loans. We have six loan programs: adoption, emergency assistance, higher education, home health care, Jewish youth experience (camp/ convention) and personal/family need.

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Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-9351 Fax: 214-363-5942 info@djcf.org www.djcf.org Meyer L. Bodoff, President/CEO The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation’s mission is simple: to represent your vision, goals and aspirations, while guaranteeing a vibrant and secure future for our community. A notfor-profit organization, the Foundation is your partner, consistently working to help nurture and achieve your philanthropic vision. Our dedicated staff team will be there for you and your family, understanding what’s most important to you then providing support to help turn your dreams into action. The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation has earned the trust of our donors and community of professional advisors who work with us to help achieve charitable and financial goals to create a legacy that future generations will be proud of. Together we will build a bright tomorrow.

Jewish Family Service Employment Services 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248

Phone: 972-437-9950 Fax: 972-437-1988 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org Allison Harding, Director, Career Employment Services Job Development Specialist Our personal employment guidance develops resumes, refines interview skills, plans search strategies, identifies jobs, in conjunction with networking groups and our drop-in Job Search Resource Center, to help people secure and retain employment to support themselves and their family. Visit our Web site to learn more, www.jfsdallas.org.

Tarrant County Hebrew Free Loan Association 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd., Suite 808, PMB #206 Fort Worth, TX 76132 tchfla@yahoo.com Gene Posnock TCHFLA’s main goal is to assist members of the Tarrant County Jewish community who are in need by offering interest-free loans. Contact through e-mail or through Jewish Family Services, 817-569-0898.

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Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce 1302 E. Collins Blvd. Richardson, TX 75081 Phone: 214-576-9692 info@texasisrael.org www.texasisrael.org Clare Freeman, President and CEO The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce was established in 2007 by business leaders in every major Texas city, The Israel-American Chamber of Commerce, and the Texas Governor’s office with the sole mission of being the primary resource for economic development between Texas and Israel. It is a private, not-for-profit business organization.

Health and Fitness Medical City Health and Fitness Complex at the J Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7147 Fax: 214-368-4709

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jmize@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Jon Mize, Director of Fitness and Wellness The Medical City Health and Fitness Complex at the J offers something for everyone. The 33,000-square-foot fitness center includes a six-lane lap pool, warm water exercise pool, children’s water park, two-lane indoor walking track, over 100 pieces of exercise equipment, more than 60 exercise classes a week including Zumba, yoga, Pilates, kettlebell, spinning, rowing and fusion, brand-new tennis center, new Group X studio and new Spin studio. The complex is also home to the Cycling Center of Dallas and much more. Personal services include personal training, swim lessons, tennis lessons, sport-specific training and massage therapy.

Mosaic of North Texas Phone: 214-361-6511 mosaicnt@yahoo.com Alan Wittenberg, Director Mosaic of North Texas is a member of Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America, which is a nonprofit organization composed of a network of local non-profit clubs throughout the United States and Canada dedicated to organizing active, outdoor activities which are environmentally

friendly for Jewish adults. We are a volunteerled, member-driven organization that welcomes everyone, age 21 and older, to partake in a variety of activities with other Jewish outdoor enthusiasts. Mosaic serves Jews of all ages and observance levels, both married and single, those with children and without, who share a love for nature and the outdoors. Our activities range from daily activities close to the city to weeklong trips to various outdoor destinations. Our more ambitious trips include scuba diving in the Bahamas, snow skiing in Utah and kayaking in Canada. Children are always welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Our camping trips have included car camping at Joe Pool Lake for the weekend, long weekends at Caddo Lake in East Texas and weeklong excursions to the isolated and spectacular Big Bend National Park. Join us for hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, rollerblading, bike riding, rock climbing, skiing, scuba diving and more! Non-members are always welcome. For more information, call Alan Wittenberg, 214-361-6511.

Information & Referral Jewish Life/Dallas Information and Referral Service Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-368-INFO (214-368-4636) Phone: 866-5680-ASK (866-568-0275) jewishinfo@jfgd.org Information about Jewish life in Dallas is just a phone call away. The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas provides the Jewish Life/Dallas Information and Referral Service, a resource that connects you to the information you need to make yourself feel more at home in the Dallas Jewish community. It serves people of all faiths and provides information for anyone who is looking for a greater understanding of Jewish life. Simply call and ask about synagogues, holidays, community events, education, kosher food, partner agencies, ways to get involved and more.

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Israel Connections The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science 144 Tennessee Ave. NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 212-895-7900 Fax: 212-895-7999 info@acwis.org www.weizmann-usa.org Michael Neiditch, VP of Leadership Giving The Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel is a center of research and graduate study. Much of the Institute’s research focuses on better understanding the most difficult diseases and illnesses, so that new treatments may be developed. Join us in supporting “science for the benefit of humanity.”

Café Israel 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-5275 Fax: 214-369-8943 cafeisrael@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Sarah Glauben, Israel and

Overseas Coordinator Café Israel is an outreach program of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas. Our goal is to bring Israelis in Dallas closer to the local Jewish community. The program reaches out to Israelis living in the Greater Dallas area who meet to organize events in Hebrew, volunteer in the Jewish community and learn about the Federation and its partner agencies.

Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest 24 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1500 Houston, TX 77046 Phone: 832-301-3500 Fax: 832-301-3555 consular.dep@houston.mfa.gov.il http://houston.mfa.gov.il Meir Shlomo, Consul General Maya Kadosh, Deputy Consul General Official representative of the State of Israel to the five-state Southwest region. The Consulate covers Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico and Oklahoma. The Consulate handles affairs in the areas of academia, economics, culture, media and Latino outreach, as well as consular and visa issues.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: Partnership 2Gether 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-5275 Fax: 214-369-8943 sglauben@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Sarah Glauben, Israel & Overseas Coordinator Through the Federation’s Partnership with Israel, Dallas, along with 14 other cities in the central United States, is linked with Israel’s Western Galilee. The goal is to promote people-to-people relationships between Jewish communities in America and the Western Galilee region through cultural, social, educational and economic programs.

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Scott Kammerman, Executive Director Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) provides for the well-being of the men and women who serve in the Israel Defense Forces. It is committed to providing Israel’s soldiers with love, support and care in an effort to ease the burden they carry on behalf of the Jewish community worldwide.

Jewish National Fund 78 Randall Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Phone: 713-271-3030, ext. 945 jmalin@jnf.org www.jnf.org Julie Malin, Southwest Regional Director Jewish National Fund (JNF) began in 1901 as a dream and vision to re-establish a homeland in Israel for Jewish people everywhere. Jews the world over collected coins in iconic JNF Blue Boxes, purchasing land and planting trees until ultimately, their dream of a Jewish homeland was a reality. Today, JNF continues to give all generations a unique voice in building and ensuring the prosperity of the land of Israel through their generosity and partnership with the people of Israel. JNF embodies both heart and action; our work is varied in scope but singular in benefit.

We strive to bring an enhanced quality of life to all of Israel’s residents, and translate these advancements to the world beyond. JNF is greening the desert with millions of trees, building thousands of parks, creating new communities and cities for generations of Israelis to call home, bolstering Israel’s water supply, helping develop innovative arid-agriculture techniques, and educating both young and old about the founding and importance of Israel and Zionism. JNF is a registered 501(c)(3) organization and United Nations NGO, which continuously earns top ratings from charity overseers. For more information on JNF, call 888-JNF-0099 or visit WWW.JNF.ORG.

Chris Simms, Administrative Assistant Solidarity For Israel; Financial Security For You. Israel Bonds is an international organization offering securities issued by the Israeli government. Since the first bond was sold in 1951, Israel Bonds has secured $34 billion in investment capital, and Israel has made every principal and interest payment on time and in full. Israel bonds provide income and diversity for portfolios while supplying Israel with development capital to build and strengthen its economic infrastructure. Israel bonds may be purchased online at www.israelbonds.com.

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6380 LBJ Fwy., Suite 284 Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-9191, 800-877-4991 Fax: 972-661-9168 dallas@israelbonds.com www.israelbonds.com Karen Garfield, Executive Director, Southwest Region Garry Kahalnik, Registered Representative

Local Organizations 6801 Warren Pkwy., Suite 115 Frisco, TX 75034 Phone: 214-618-5200 www.ao.org Dr. Paul Rubin, Co-President paul.rubin@friscokidsdds.com Dr. Glen Cohen, Co-President gtcohen@gmail.com 1220 Coit Road #108 Plano, TX 75075

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972-596-4502 Alpha Omega is the oldest international dental organization and was founded in Baltimore, Md., in 1907 by a group of dental students, originally to fight discrimination in dental schools. Today, with our headquarters relocated to Glen Rock, N.J., it is primarily an educational and philanthropic organization. There are chapters and members in cities and dental schools in the United States, Canada, South America, Europe, Israel, South Africa and Australia/New Zealand. Alpha Omega represents about 6,000 active dentists worldwide. Alpha Omega is responsible for the formation of both dental schools in Israel: the Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Dentistry and the Tel Aviv University Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine. The Alpha Omega Foundation was also responsible for disbursing almost $250,000 this past year for projects in Israel and worldwide. Lectures, seminars and study groups are promoted by local chapters for continuing member education, and similar programs are available from chapters in all parts of the world.

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P.O. Box 794323 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-679-8321 info@afmda.org www.afmda.org Jeffery Shore, Chair Ala Danziger, Fundraising Chair Marvin Frackt, Co-Chair Ira Heid, Treasurer Howard Kahn, Outreach Chair Karen Kahn and Marian Frackt, Events Chairs Diane Benjamin, Director Roseanne Danziger, Director Mark Lerner, Director Diane Mosbacher, Director American Friends of Magen David Adom (ARMDI) – Dallas Friends supports the life-saving efforts of MDA in Israel and represents Magen David Adom in the North Texas community. MDA provides Israel’s pre-hospital emergency medical needs, including medical, disaster, ambulance and blood services, with over 100 emergency medical stations and 11 dispatch stations throughout the country. Thanks to the American Friends of Magen David Adom (ARMDI) supporters in North Texas and around the country, 700 MDA ambulances and Mobile Intensive

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Care Units are on call 24/7, logging more than 6.75 million operational miles and taking care of nearly 700,000 patients annually. American Friends of Magen David Adom (ARMDI) is celebrating its 69th year of supporting Magen David Adom, Israel’s equivalent to the Red Cross.

B’nai B’rith Isadore Garsek Lodge #269 P.O. Box 101234 Fort Worth, TX 76185 Phone: 817-534-4700 alexnason@charter.net Alex Nason, President B’nai B’rith (Hebrew, Sons of the Covenant) is the oldest and largest Jewish service organization in the world. It was founded in 1843 in New York by American Jews “to provide service to their own people and to humanity at large.” The organization has branches throughout the world; it has about 500,000 members in 58 countries.

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http://www.bnaizion.org/ Avrille Harris-Cohen, Texas Region Director David Eisenberg, President Bnai Zion Foundation, a national nonprofit organization, more than a century old, is dedicated to supporting humanitarian projects for those less fortunate in Israel’s society. Bnai Zion offers its members exciting educational events and relevant programming throughout the year.

Chabad Kesher Foundation 6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-381-0771, 214-563-3990 rabbikesher@yahoo.com Asher Goldschmidt, Rabbi Gan Menachem, Pre School Contact Person Mrs. Rivka Goldschmidt, Director Outreach to new Americans and Russian Jewry in the Dallas Metroplex area. A branch of worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch.

Dallas Jewish Committee on Scouting 6531 Westgate Drive Dallas, Texas 75254 Phone: 214-659-1144

Fax: 866-869-0666 sshore@dallasjscouts.org www.dallasjscouts.org Stephen Shore, Chair The Dallas Jewish Committee on Scouting is a division of the National Jewish Committee on Scouting. These committees are associated with the Boy Scouts of America in their Relationships area. The purpose of the DJCOS is to promote scouting amongst Jewish youth and to bring the values of Judaism to scouting.

Dallas Jewish Historical Society 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7120 dtobias@djhs.org www.djhs.org Carol Roszell, Archivist croszell@djhs.org The Dallas Jewish Historical Society was established in 1971 with the mission of “preserving the precious past as a living legacy for all our community’s tomorrows.” The agency actively collects and preserves the records and personal papers of the organizations, businesses, families, and individuals that comprise the Greater Dallas Jewish community. The Dallas Jewish Historical

Society is open to the public during regular business hours. The Dallas Jewish Historical Society is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas and is primarily supported by membership contributions.

ECHAD Apartments 2620 Ruidosa Ave. Dallas, TX 75228 Phone: 214-321-2130 Fax: 214-321-0207 jblyke-echad@sbcglobal.net Jody Lyke, Administrator ECHAD Apartments provides government-subsidized housing for persons who are 62+ and younger persons who need the features of a barrier-free apartment. Located in East Dallas in the Casa View area of the city, the community offers safe, decent and affordable housing without regard to race, religion, color, sex, familial status, handicap or national origin.

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Hadassah, Dallas Chapter 6757 Arapaho, #711-182 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-691-1948 Fax: 972-980-6782 chapter.dallas@hadassah.org www.hadassah.org/Dallas Terri Schepps, President Hadassah is celebrating its centennial year in 2012! We have over 2,000 members in Dallas and are part of the largest Jewish women’s organization in the U.S. Due to their great works, Hadassah was a past nominee for the Nobel

Peace Prize. Our members are dynamic women of all ages who work together to make a difference in our community, Israel and the world. Hadassah initiates and supports pace-setting health care, education and youth institutions, and land development to meet Israel’s changing needs. In the United States Hadassah enhances the quality of American and Jewish life through its education and Zionist youth programs, promotes health awareness, and provides personal enrichment and growth for its members. Our Dallas members have many opportunities for personal growth and friendships through a variety of interest groups including Herzl, Professional Women’s Networking Group, Lillian Wald Nurses & Allied Health Professionals Council and more! Contact the Dallas Chapter of Hadassah for more information. Join us on Facebook or at an upcoming event!

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Debby Rice, Louise Vermillion, Dolores Schneider, Rhoda Bernstein, Laurie Werner, Leadership Team Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc., is a volunteer women’s organization, whose members are motivated and inspired to strengthen their partnership with Israel, ensure Jewish continuity, and realize their potential as a dynamic force in American society. We are advocates for health care, education, women’s issues and volunteerism.

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Jewish Federation of Fort Worth & Tarrant County 4049 Kingsridge Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-569-0892 Fax: 817-569-0895 jfed@tarrantfederation.org www.tarrantfederation.org Morton House, Executive Director The Jewish Federation of Fort Worth and Tarrant County raises money in its Annual Campaign to support local, regional, national and overseas Jewish causes. We also provide community programming in the form of a Chanukah program, a Scholar-in-Residence, a Tu biSh’vat event, a Purim program, a Yom HaShoah program, a Yom HaZikaron program and a Yom HaAtzmaut program. We sponsor important local programs such as Jewish educational programs at the synagogues, Daytimers, and Sylvia Gray Chaverim and Melton Adult Mini School. In addition, there are many other Jewish causes which the Federation supports through Campaign funding.

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Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-369-3313 Fax: 214-369-8943 contact@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Susan Kramer, President and CEO The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas is the central coordinating fundraising agency for the Dallas community. It is the one place where philanthropy, volunteerism and shared commitment come together to make a difference in the community and the world. From hometown to homeland, Federation brings life-saving and life-sustaining care to Jews in need in Dallas and overseas. For more information, visit www.jewishdallas.org.

Jewish War Veterans– Dr. Harvey J. Bloom Dallas Post #256 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-231-2300 www.jwv.org djwvpost256@gmail.com Jerry Silverman, Post Commander The oldest veterans’ organization in the United States. Formed in 1896 by Jewish Civil War veter-

ans for the purpose of dispelling anti-Semitism and the notion that Jews did not fight in the Civil War. Today’s organization, in addition to fighting anti-Semitism, supports all veterans’ causes nationally and locally. The organization is also a staunch supporter of Israel.

Jewish War Veterans Ladies Auxiliary #256 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-320-3712 LuAnn Bergman, President We serve hospitalized veterans, the community and Israel. We are part of the Dallas Jewish Coalition for the Homeless and are members of the Jewish Community Relations Council. We donate equipment for the comfort of the patients at the Veterans Medical Center. We also aid with funds or equipment: the Vogel Alcove; the Ronald McDonald House; Brian’s House; shelters for homeless and battered women. In Israel, we support the Chaim Sheba Medical Center, and also housing for needy college students. We assist the post with: bingo games at Golden Acres and Veterans Medical Center; VMC Christmas Mitzvah for patients; Veterans Sabbath; JCC Israeli Day and Newcomers Fair; poppy drives;

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and JWV conventions. We have fun together! Social events have included suppers, luncheons, Chanukah parties, sing-a-longs, fashion shows and programs of interest to women, with wellknown speakers.

Jewish War Veterans – Martin Hochster Post #755 7001 Candlestick Ct. Fort Worth, TX 76133 Phone: 817-346-1902 bearloverrich@yahoo.com Rich Morris, Commander JWV is a nonprofit Jewish veterans’ service organization, the oldest veterans group chartered by the U.S. Congress.

Jewish Women International – Simcha Chapter 5405 Enclave Circle #313 Fort Worth, TX 76132 Phone: 817-292-1580 Fax: 202-857-1380 www.jwi.org Ina Singer, President Jewish Women International, founded in 1897 as B’nai B’rith Women, honors the concept of tikkun olam — repairing the world through education, advocacy and action. Guided by a vision of a safe world for women and children, each of our antiviolence initiatives promotes the highest form of tzedakah by helping women and children become independent and help themselves. The Simcha Chapter of JWI donates to many causes in Fort Worth every month. Meetings are at 9:30 a.m., the first Wednesday of every month at Beth-El Congregation, 4900 Briarhaven Road in Fort Worth.

Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-368-4405 Fax: 214-368-4753 info@ncjwdallas.org www.ncjwdallas.org Robin Zweig, President The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW works to improve the quality of life for women, children and families and to ensure individual rights and freedoms. Since 1913, the Greater Dallas Section has responded to community needs with innovation and creativity. Today, over 1,200 members perform thousands of hours of community service, education, advocacy and research.

Professional Women’s Networking Council 6757 Arapaho Road, Box 711-182 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-691-1948 Fax: 972-980-6782 hadassahpwn@yahoo.com chapter.dallas@hadassah.org www.dallas.hadassah.org Valerie Retan and Linda Steinberg,

Presidents Professional Women’s Networking Council provides an opportunity for women to network and to learn about topics which are uniquely Jewish, professional and female. Go to www.dallas.hadassah.org, click on “Our Groups” and then click on “Professional Women’s Council” for meeting dates and other details. Join our e-mail list!

Rabbinic Association of Greater Dallas c/o Shirley Rovinsky Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7192 Fax: 214-239-7171 srovinsky@jfgd.org Rabbi Andrew Paley, President Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger, Vice President Rabbi Stefan Weinberg, Vice President Shirley Rovinsky, Administrator The Rabbinic Association of Greater Dallas is a membership organization which serves the community as an important resource. It provides the wider community with rabbinic guid-

NA’AMAT USA 3707 Miles St. #8 Dallas, TX 75209 Cell: 214-674-3309 lynne.richardson@sbcglobal.net www.naamatusa.org Lynne Richardson, North Texas Outreach Facilitator In Israel, NA’AMAT is the largest social services agency, providing support to working women and families. In the United States, the organization provides a voice and support for women’s issues and raises funds for the sister programs in Israel. Formerly Pioneer Women, this Zionist organization seeks members to be active locally.

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ance and opinion on important community matters and decisions and serves the rabbinic community as a clearinghouse for information about communal issues, activities and events. The association also provides the rabbis of our community with opportunities for collegiality, study and continued professional development.

Society of Israel Philatelists 214-803-2645 l.s.goldman@tx.rr.com Lawrence S. Goldman, President The SIP was founded in 1948 to promote the study and enjoyment of the stamps of Israel, Holy Land and Judaica. Monthly meetings are usually held at the Aaron Family JCC, and guests are always welcome.

Students Against Terrorism Yavneh Academy of Dallas 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 972-971-2365 info@studentsagainstterrorism.org www.studentsagainstterrorism.org Kelly Herson, 972-533-5654 Rachel Goodman, 214-552-5151 Students Against Terrorism is a student-run or-

ganization whose goal is to demonstrate solidarity with Israel and to support victims of terrorism throughout the world. The organization is committed to raising awareness in the community about the devastating effects of terrorism. The 2012 Points for Peace basketball tournament benefited the Ohr Meir U’Bracha - Terror Victims Support Center.. For more information on events, SAT’s Roses from Israel service or other projects, please visit our website or e-mail us.

Texas Jewish Post 7920 Belt Line Road, Suite 680 Dallas, TX 75254 Phone: 972-458-7283 Fax: 972-466-2633 P.O. Box 12087 Fort Worth, TX 76110 Phone: 817-927-2831 www.tjpnews.com Sharon Wisch-Ray, Editor and Publisher sharonw@texasjewishpost.com Amy Doty, V.P. Sales and Marketing amyd@texasjewishpost.com Dave Sorter, Managing Editor dave.sorter@texasjewishpost.com The Texas Jewish Post is the only independent English-Jewish weekly serving the Dallas-Fort

Worth Metroplex. The TJP has covered local, national and international topics of Jewish interest as well as in-depth reportage of Israel continuously since 1947 . Submit your news, simchas and story ideas to news@texasjewishpost.com.

Union for Reform Judaism – Congregational Network South District 12720 Hillcrest Road, Suite 830 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-960-6641 Fax: 972-960-6655 www.urj.org mgrossfeld@urj.org Marcia Grossfeld, Small Congregation Network Director Rabbi Brian Zimmerman, Rabbi Director Scott Price – Network Associate Alan Kitey – Network Director (located in Atlanta) The Union for Reform Judaism — the congregational arm of the Reform movement in North America — helps create and sustain vibrant Reform congregations. We offer a direct link from the Union to congregations providing technical expertise and resources, as well as di-

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Vaad Hakashrus of Dallas dba Dallas Kosher 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-739-6535 Fax: 214-739-4635 info@dallaskosher.org www.dallaskosher.org Jeri Finkelstein, Executive Director Rabbi Sholey Klein, Kashrus Administrator Rabbi David Shawel, Director of Supervision Dallas Kosher, or the “DK,” is our community’s nonprofit agency to promote the observance of kashrut through supervision, education and assistance to families and community organizations. While the 1,000 families that support Dallas Kosher through membership have varying levels of observance, the DK sets a community standard for kashrut that is inclusive of everyone and meets the highest Torah standard of which we can all take pride.

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Phone: 214-368-8686 Fax: 214-368-0414 info@vogelalcove.org www.vogelalcove.org Karen R. Hughes, President/CEO Kim Gifford, Director of Marketing and Public Relations The Vogel Alcove is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonreligious organization whose mission is to provide the youngest children of homeless families with the foundation for success. Our vision is for every child in our community to have a home, a self-sufficient family, and a pathway to success in school. Social Services

Community Homes for Adults, Inc. (CHAI) 5959 Royal Lane, Suite 634-214 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-373-8600 Fax: 214-373-8601 homes@chai18.net www.chaidallas.org Lea Rosenthal-Bond, M.Ed., LPC, Executive Director Community Homes for Adults, Inc. (CHAI) is a nonsectarian, nonprofit agency under Jewish

auspices that provides programs and services to enable adults with cognitive disabilities to live full, rich lives, and to meaningfully participate in the community. CHAI provides support services such as supported employment, life skills training, and spiritual, recreational and social activities within the group homes and in the community.

Jewish Family Service 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 Fax: 972-437-1988 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org Robin Raxlin Gormley, Case Manager, Food Pantry Coordinator Our emergency assistance includes access to our food pantry, limited financial assistance (for agency clients) and case management. Visit our website to learn more, www.jfsdallas.org.

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jfsftw@flash.net Dr. Carole Rogers, Psy.D. Hedy Collins, Senior Program Director Lesly Stevens, Administrative Assistant JFS provides general counseling and case management services. Daily senior program meets at Temple Beth-El, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Social Services for Children and Teens Jewish Children’s Regional Service (JCRS)

P.O. Box 7368 Metairie, LA 70010-7368 Shearith Israel Phone: 504-828-6334 or 800-SAY-JCRS Mitzvah Community Fax: 504-828-5255 9401 Douglas Ave. info@jcrs.org Dallas, TX 75225 www.jcrs.org Phone: 214-361-6606 Ned Goldberg, Executive Director Fax: 214-361-7524 Karen Schlosberg, Dallas Area mallen@shearith.org Volunteer Coordinator www.shearith.org Phone: 972-985-7498 Mona Allen, Program Director kschlosberg@verizon.net CSI organizes a wide array of social action pro- The agency’s children’s services span the fields grams for CSI members and the Dallas Jewish of mental health, child welfare and developcommunity at large. Projects include semi-annu- ment, higher education, and overnight camping al sandwich drives to provide food for the Austin experience. The professional staff are advocates Street Shelter, food drives to help stock the JFS for Jewish children and are committed to comfood pantry, Back to School Uniform Drives for prehensive coordination of services whether children from the Vogel Alcove, Angel Food and provided directly by the agency or through arMitzvah Meals (two programs that provide food rangements made with other providers or agenfor members arePost.pdf recovering from illness) cies. Texaswho Jewish 1 12/3/2009 4:06:17 PM JCRS provides financial aid for Jewish youth and Golden Years Shabbat. for the Jewish overnight camp experience, spe-

cial needs assistance and undergraduate college aid. Special clubs and support groups are available for the most handicapped, isolated and dependent Jewish youth in seven states, including Texas. The regional “Grandparents Rearing Grandchildren” support group and the regional “Special Friends Club” (for dependent, socially isolated and/or handicapped youth) are the only support groups of their kind for Jewish families in the U.S. Special attention is given to youth from low-income families at Chanukah as well as for lifecycle events throughout the year within the Special Friends Club. The “PJ Library” is an outreach initiative of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation which is sponsored by JCRS in all seven states of our region. Children aged 0-7 years receive free monthly gifts of Jewish books and music designed to nurture close family life and Jewish identity.

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JFS provides many services for children and teens, including age-appropriate counseling and play therapy addressing depression, anxiety, emotional trauma, bullying, and behavioral issues, speech/language diagnosis and therapy, crisis intervention, assessment and diagnostics, support groups for teens and younger children coping with a variety of family issues, and psychiatric consultation. We provide a wide variety of services for children with special needs and their families, including assessment, diagnostic testing, speech and language, school and family case management, including ARD consultation, support groups, and employment. We coordinate volunteer opportunities at our agency and other Dallas nonprofit organizations through the Rabbi Gerald J. Klein Summer Internship Program. We also coordinate volunteer opportunities at JFS through our Junior Advisory Board.

Volunteer–Mitzvah Opportunities Bikur Cholim Council of the South & Jewish Hospice of Greater Dallas

Ohr Hadash Jewish Healing Center 2113 W. Spring Creek Pkwy. Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-618-2200 Office, 214-334-5252 Cell (Emergency) www.ohrhadash.org rosie@ohrhadash.org Rosie Cohen, Director Bikur Cholim is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing care, comfort and support to the sick, elderly and lonely through personal visits, telephone calls and as a resource for information, such as finding a doctor or filling a prescription. Volunteers visit Jewish people in hospitals, other facilities, in their homes and provide relief for the caregiver. Please take note that we must comply with the HIPAA regulations in order to assist you. The Bikur Cholim Council has partnered with Odyssey Hospice as our preferred hospice provider. Odyssey is now an accredited Jewish hospice; they received their accreditation through the National Institute for Jewish Hospice. Odyssey Hospice provides physical, emotional and Rabbinical services to patients and families facing a terminal illness. Hospice services are 100% covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial insurances, with little to no out-of-pocket expense to the

patient. Bikur Cholim has also been designated as the liaison and coordinator for organ transplants throughout the Southwest and Southeast region. All services provided by Bikur Cholim are with the utmost sensitivity to Jewish law, tradition and cultural needs of the Jewish community. For more information about Bikur Cholim, please visit our website at www.ohrhadash.org or call 972-618-2200.

Golden Acres 2525 Centerville Road Dallas, TX 75228 Phone: 214-327-4503, ext. 160 Fax: 214-320-2683 wcantrell@ensigngroup.net www.goldenacresliving.com Wendy Cantrell, Volunteer Coordinator Golden Acres’ volunteers are a continual source of pride that have helped to make Golden Acres one of the premier geriatric communities in the country. By visiting, entertaining, lending a hand where needed or just showing that you care, you can bring friendship and joy into our residents’ lives.

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Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 Fax: 972-437-1988 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org Contact Volunteer Coordinator Each year, more than 1200 individuals and families come forward to help Jewish Family Service accomplish our work in the community through a wide variety of volunteer projects and activities. Volunteer opportunities for children, adults and families may be brief or longer term. Some examples include: Making Booties, Caps & Blankie, Creating Centerpieces for Tzedakah, Clerical Support, Conference and Event Planning, Creating a Card / Decorating Food Pantry Bags, Supporting Food Drives / Food Pantry, Serving as a Friendly Visitors, Supporting the Special Needs Partnership, Serving as an â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inclusion Experienceâ&#x20AC;? Volunteer, Staffing Job Search Resource Center, Delivering Kosher Home-Delivered Meals, Personal Resource Organizers, Helping with Klein Summer Intern Program, Serving as a Study Buddies / Teen Buddies, Providing Transportation, Serving on Junior Advisory Board. Visit our website to learn more, www.jfsdallas.org.

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Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northhaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-369-3313 Fax: 214-369-8943 aaharony@jfgd.org wwwjewishdallas.org Anna Aharony The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas is the central coordinating agency for the Dallas community. It is the one place where philanthropy, volunteerism and shared commitment come together to make a difference in the community and the world. From hometown to homeland, Federation brings life-saving and life-sustaining care to Jews in need in Dallas, Israel and overseas. Visit our website, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jewishfeddallas, or call us to learn how you can help us make a difference.

National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Dallas Section Preston Royal Shopping Center 6025 Royal Lane, Suite 219-9 Dallas TX 75230 Phone: 214-368-4405 Fax: 214-368-4753

info@ncjwdallas.org www.ncjwdallas.org Robin Zweig, President The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW works to improve the quality of life for women, children and families and to ensure individual rights and freedoms. Since 1913, the Greater Dallas Section has responded to community needs with innovation and creativity. Today, over 1,200 members perform thousands of hours of community service, education, advocacy and research.

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This board was founded in 1986 to promote the observance of brit milah, ritual circumcision. Through informative meetings, educational brochures, and video showings concerning the brit ceremony, Jewish families of all denominations are provided with information about this ritual. Rabbi David Shawel has performed brisim at Medical City Dallas Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital, Zale-Lipshy University Hospital and HCA Medical Center Plano hospitals. The rabbi is a resident of Dallas. He has served the greater Jewish community since 1984.

Chabad of Fort Worth 5659 Woodway Drive Fort Worth, TX 76133 Phone: 817-263-7701 rabbi@chabadfortworth.com www.chabadfortworth.com Rabbi & Mrs. Dov Mandel Jewish Learning Institute: Three courses of eight-week sessions are offered each year. To learn more about this program or register for a course, visit www.myjli.com. One-on-one Torah study at your home or office: To set up a time call 817-263-7701. Weekly e-mail with an inspirational message from the weekly Torah portion: To subscribe, e-

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Chabad of Plano/Collin County 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Rabbi Menachem Block Rabbi Yehuda Horowitz Chabad of Plano/Collin County offers classes throughout the week in Kabbalah and Chassidic philosophy, prayer, Talmud, the weekly Torah portion and Jewish law. Chabad offers the internationally acclaimed Jewish Learning Institute. Three times a year, with a new six-week course each season, the JLI provides adult education that is professional, creative and informative. A weekly Torah class takes place in Frisco in different homes.

Dallas Area Torah Association (DATA) 5840 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-987-3282 Fax: 214-987-1764

data@datanet.org www.datanet.org Rabbi Bentzi Epstein, Director Rabbi Yerachmiel Fried, Dean Rabbi Mayer Hurwitz, Assistant Dean DATA, a nonprofit, unaffiliated Jewish learning center, helps you to explore your Jewish heritage through engaging, thought-provoking learning experiences in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The DATA rabbis and rebbetzins are dedicated to bringing the beauty, depth and joy of Jewish learning to Jewish men and women of all backgrounds and affiliations.

DATA of Far North Dallas 16818 Thomas Chapel Drive (near Hillcrest & Campbell roads) Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-724-1007 Fax: 214-987-1764 sabrams@datafarnorth.org Rabbi Shlomo & Mrs. Hudy Abrams, Directors In 2007, DATA of Far North Dallas was opened under the direction of Rabbi Shlomo and Mrs. Hudy Abrams. The center offers a variety of classes and services for the growing Jewish community of Far North Dallas, including a Learners’ Service during the High Holy Days with childcare and lunch available.

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family’s Jewish identity and family values. This unique project in the Dallas Jewish Community targets CSI families and the Jewish community at large with newborns to children of 8 years of age. Age and family-appropriate programs are designed to meet the needs of our diverse population and enhance your CSI experience on a religious, social and educational level. Every Saturday - Tot Shabbat - Truck Time - Family Holiday Services/Programming BimBam Shabbat Parent and Me Program - Mishpacha Matters- Family Enrichment Programs PJ Library Events and Shabbats - Sing-a-Long Shabbat Services and Themed Shabbat Dinners Shearith Outdoors Dallas Location 9401 Douglas Ave., Dallas, 75225 214.361.6606

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3251 Independence Pkwy. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 214-987-3282 Fax: 214-987-1764 nzakon@dataofplano.org yrobkin@gmail.com www.dataofplano.org Rabbi Nasanya Zakon, Rabbi Yogi Robkin, Directors DATA of Plano is both a community and a family. We have more than 10 classes for adults weekly. Shabbat traditional and Learner’s Services, programming for children as well. We have fun and tasty Kiddush following services. We also offer niche programs such as Shake ‘n Bake, a weekly program for preteen and teen girls. Topics of classes range from Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah, Jewish law, and Talmud to personal development. Come join the fun with our family!

Florence Melton Adult Mini School c/o Aaron Family Jewish Community Center of Dallas 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7128, 214-239-7149 www.tjpnews.com

Fax: 214-368-4709 rweisscrane@jccdallas.org www.fmams.org Rachelle Weiss Crane, Director The Florence Melton Adult Mini School is a twoyear course of study that seeks to inspire students to become Jewish learners, to build their knowledge and experience and to challenge and define what Judaism means to them. It provides adults of all ages with a strong foundation in Jewish learning. Classes begin in September.

Gesher Graduate Program c/o Aaron Family Jewish Community Center of Dallas 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7128, 214-239-7149 Fax: 214-368-4709 rweisscrane@jccdallas.org www.fmams.org Rachelle Weiss Crane, Director These courses are designed for but not limited to, graduates of the Melton two-year curriculum. Some of the course offerings are Melton Scholars Curriculum developed at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Others have been locally developed by rabbis and educators in Dallas. Subject mat-

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ter includes: Bible, Music, History, Literature, Philosophy, Spirituality and more.

HaShomer / Yad Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Yad 5401 Northcrest Road Fort Worth, TX 76107 Phone: 817-920-7780, 817-732-6735 Fax: 817-738-2440 mmcmil8308@aol.com Mike Latta, President Posy McMillen, Founder/Advisor Educational organization for Jews and Christians. Established for reconciliation between our two faith communities. Meets second Tuesday night of September, November, January, March, and May. Local and national speakers address a Jewish topic. Meetings rotate between various churches, Congregation Ahavath Sholom, and Beth-El Congregation. Sponsors an interfaith trip to Israel every other year.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: Center for Jewish Education (CJE) 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7130

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Fax: 214-239-7171 cje@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Meyer Denn, Executive Director The Center for Jewish Education (CJE) serves on behalf of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas as the resource to facilitate and convene the Jewish community on issues pertaining to Jewish education, to enrich existing programs, and serve as a catalyst for new initiatives, to support Jewish education as the critical link in ensuring Jewish continuity and the increased engagement of all members of the Greater Dallas Jewish community.

Congregation Kol Ami 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org CKA has an award-winning adult education program.

Jewish Studies Initiative of North Texas 5910 Harvest Hill Road

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texas region DiD You Know that Bnai Zion, now in its second century, is a national organization supporting life-transforming, humanitarian projects in Israel. The Bnai Zion Medical Center, a 450-bed hospital in Haifa, has been serving the northern communities for over 80 years and was on the frontlines of the Second Lebanon War in 2006. The Bnai Zion Library of Peace in Ma’aleh adumim, a city seven kilometers from Jerusalem, is a testament to the community’s commitment to education. The library serves children and adults from Ma’aleh Adumim and from neighboring towns. ahava Village for Children & Youth in Kiryat Bialik is a residential center for at risk children ages 6 to 18 who receive education, care and therapy helping them to overcome their troubled past and become happy, productive members of society. The David Yellin academic College of education trains Israel’s ‘teachers of tomorrow’ placing them in the country’s regular school system. Its green program and technologyforward approach ensure inspirational education for the country’s youth. The Quittman Center at Israel Elwyn is a home with resources and therapy for physically and mentally challenged adults, helping them mainstream into society. The Bnai Zion Texas Region hosts events and programs throughout the year to support Israel and raise funds for our projects.

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Dallas, TX 75230 Office Phone: 972-695-2411 Cell Phone: 214-789-7241 Cell Phone in Israel: 050-913-6554 Home Phone in Israel: 02-993-2584 ravhanan@sbcglobal.net www.jewishstudiesinitiative.org Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger, Executive Director and Community Rabbinic Scholar The Jewish Studies Initiative is dedicated to presenting the intellectual richness and spiritual depths of Judaism through regular classes and special programs offered throughout the Greater Dallas area. Our focus is on the sacred texts of the Jewish tradition, which we study with love and passion, but also unapologetically, as we endeavor to unlock their message for modern man. Our perspective is multi-paradigmatic and nuanced, and yet traditional, embracing the insight of our sages that “these and those may both be the words of the living God.” We welcome all Jews and nonJews as well to join our classes, listen to our audio files, read our Torah essays, invite us to teach in new venues, or simply to contact us and engage in a Jewish dialogue.

Maayan Chai Foundation 5530 Charlestown Drive Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 973-978-7419 Fax: 972-960-6926 mcf.dallas@gmail.com www.maayan-chai.org Rabbi Dan Lewin, Director Maayan Chai is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to create the ideal environment for engaging and relevant Jewish leaning experiences, programs, and counseling services. Weekly classes and ongoing programs for men and women of all Jewish backgrounds take place in the Dallas community, as well as online through the Sinai Café Facebook page. Nate and Ann Levine Endowed Lecture in Jewish Studies

Department of Religious Studies Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX 75275-0202 Phone: 214-768-4478 Fax: 214-768-3910 www.smu.edu/dedman/relimenu.html Mark Chancey, Department Chair mchancey@smu.edu Serge Frolov, Nate and Ann Levine Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies sfrolov@smu.edu Endowed lectures on Jewish studies sponsored by the Department of Religious Studies at SMU. All lecturers are nationally recognized experts on Jewish studies. Lectures are free and open to the public. One lecture per semester.

Congregation Ohev Shalom

7920 Beltline Road, Suite 695 Dallas, TX 75254 Tel: (972) 918-9200 David Eisenberg – President, Texas Region Avrille Harris-Cohen - Director, Texas Region avrille.harris-cohen@bnaizion.org bnaizion.org

6821 McCallum Blvd. Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-380-1292 rabbirodin@ohevshalom.net www.ohev.com Aryeh Rodin, Rabbi Ohev Shalom’s adult education classes include Daf Yomi, Talmud, Torah

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Portion of the Week, Ethics, Jewish Law, Learn How to Lead the Services, Learn How to Chant the Torah and Haftorah, Philosophy, Laws Relating to Gossip, and Building Interpersonal Relationships Based on Torah Ideals.

Congregation Ohr HaTorah 6324 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-404-8980 Fax: 972-404-8989 rabbi@ohtd.org www.ohtd.org Aryeh Feigenbaum, Rabbi Congregation Ohr HaTorah offers a full range of programming for children, adults and families. Adult classes offer a variety of options for both men and women including weekly class on the Kuzari, mini-series on Jewish law, Hebrew reading crash course, lifecycle courses, a c/o run Young Jewish Professionals social events for ages 25-35 known as “YJP Dallas,” BBQ and weekly classes on Tanach and Talmud. There are several options for individual and small group study including a daily Talmud class and a weekly class where individuals can chose a topic and study with a partner at their own pace. Ohr HaTorah also offers educational and recreational classes including CPR, medical lecture series, cooking, dance, art classes and the famous women’s talent show. There is a weekly father-son learning program, special film viewings, guest lecture opportunities and communal Shabbat dinners. All educational and recreational activities can be accessed at our website, www.ohtd.org. For more information call 972-404-8980.

Phone: 214-691-3611 Fax: 214-361-0011 www.tiferetdallas.org Join Rabbi Shawn Zell Thursday evenings; throughout the year, Rabbi Zell has an interesting array of Adult Ed classes that look at Jewish life through new lenses. Shabbat mornings 8:30 a.m., perusing the Parsha, with Rabbi Zell. Mr. Ytzhak Malka offers Zohar classes on Mondays, Rashi classes on Tuesdays and Talmud classes on Wednesdays. Call for information.

cludes: literature; religion; history; current fiction; children and teen fiction and nonfiction; an extensive reference section; subscriptions to a variety of newspapers and the more significant journals and magazines. The DVD collection is 350 and growing. Ongoing monthly adult programming includes a Monday morning reading group, a Wednesday evening reading group, a Sunday afternoon film club and a Sunday morning monthly preschool children’s program. There is no fee to join the library and participate in any of the above programs. Open to the entire community. Please consult our website for hours of operation.

Day Schools and High Schools Akiba Academy of Dallas (infant care though eighth grade) (Modern Orthodox) 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-295-3400 Fax: 214-295-3405 info@akibaacademy.org

Shema Dallas 6107 Linden Lane Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-280-2426 Fax: 469-374-0053 rabbiklots@shemadallas.org www.shemadallas.org Yaakov Klots, Rabbi Shema, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization founded in 2006 by Rabbi Yaakov and Shulie Klots, brings Jewish life and learning to Jews from the former Soviet Union who live throughout the Metroplex. Through one-on-one study, lectures and Shabbatonim, an appreciation of Judaism and a connection to the Jewish community develops. Shema is open to Jews of all backgrounds and no Hebrew language skills are necessary.

Tiferet Israel Congregation 10909 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75230

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www.akibaacademy.org Rabbi Zev Silver and Dr. Beverly Millican, Leadership Team Jordana Bernstein, Director of Early Childhood Education Akiba Academy combines a nurturing environment with the highest quality education for Jewish children of all levels of observance. Cited for excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, an Akiba education integrates classroom work with hands-on experiences, offering a rich and broad-based curriculum for both mind and body. Akiba is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and Akiba’s preschool program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children(NAEYC). Akiba Academy is now accepting applications for infant care (3 months) through eighth grade.

Ann & Nate Levine Academy (Conservative) 18011 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75287 Phone: 972-248-3032 Fax: 972-248-0695 info@levineacademy.org www.levineacademy.org

Mark Stolovitsky, Head of School Ann and Nate Levine Academy, a Solomon Schechter School, offers an innovative curriculum combining the best of both general and Jewish studies. Our curriculum is the product of years of extensive research and is based on recognized models of excellence. Researchbased curricula and instruction, state-of-the-art technology and science labs, and individualized attention ensure our students’ success academically, emotionally and spiritually. Students cultivate study skills daily: at the computer, in social studies and math classes, during reading, language arts and library, and in the study of Torah and Jewish tradition. The school also boasts a dynamic visual arts and music program, along with varsity athletics and physical education. Levine Academy is committed to creating a welcoming atmosphere of diversity. Teachers and students reflect different traditions of Jewish observance and share a variety of skills and interests. Teaching is tailored to each child’s needs and strengths, not to a class average. This allows children to move ahead in areas of strength and to receive additional attention in areas of need. Our approach fosters self-confidence and promotes success.

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Roshei Hayeshiva Rabbi Yaacov Cohen, Executive Director The Texas Torah Institute (TTI) is a yeshiva high school and Bais Medrash program for boys. TTI offers a comprehensive Judaic curriculum from basic Jewish history to advanced Talmudic analysis, and a rigorous college preparatory program including SAT prep and AP courses for seniors. TTI’s goal is to impart a sense of communal responsibility to its students and empower young men to succeed at any goal they choose to pursue.

Yavneh Academy, Dallas’ only coeducational Jewish high school, offers college-prep Judaic and general studies. Open to academically qualified Jewish students regardless of observance or affiliation, activities include Students Against Terrorism, Students4Students, Helping Hands for the Homeless, Uniting Students of Dallas, Mock Trial, the Bulldog Print, basketball, soccer, tennis and volleyball.

Torah Day School of Dallas (Orthodox) 6921 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-964-0090 Fax: 972-964-0091 yudman@tdsd.org chanaruderman@tdsd.org www.tdsd.org Rabbi Yerachmiel Udman, M.Ed., Headmaster Dr. Chana Ruderman, Academic Dean Torah Day School of Dallas, with an enrollment of over 300 children of all backgrounds, preschool through grade eight, gives children a solid foundation with a unique blend of exceptional general and Judaic studies. Our nurturing environment emphasizes moral and ethical behavior, encouraging individual achievement and respect for individual differences. Our preschool is from 12 months. Our Imagination Station Program is an afternoon program that stimulates preschoolers’ creativity and energy in fine arts.

Yavneh Academy of Dallas (Modern Orthodox) 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-295-3500 Fax: 214-295-3505 info@yavnehdallas.org www.yavnehdallas.org Dr. David Portnoy, Head of School Chad Baruch, Assistant Principal, Athletic Director Tim Cloward, Ph.D., Assistant Principal Naomi Schrager, Associate Principal, Judaic Programming Rabbi Meir Tannenbaum, Associate Principal, Judaic Curriculum LuAnn Pitlik, Office Manager Allyn Schmucker, College and Guidance Counselor Deb Silverthorn, Director of Communications and Community Liaison

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Rabbi Zev Silver and Dr. Beverly Millican, Leadership Team Jordana Bernstein, Director of Early Childhood Education Akiba’s preschool (including infant care for children 3 months to 18 months old) combines a nurturing environment with the highest quality education for Jewish children of all levels of observance. Akiba’s developmentally-appropriate curriculum engages the whole child cognitively, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually through a creative hands-on approach to learning. Akiba’s preschool program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Registration is now open for the program, which will run year-round M–F from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Ann & Nate Levine Academy Early Childhood Center 18011 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-3032 Fax: 972-248-0695 info@levineacademy.org www.levineacademy.org Sheryl Feinberg, Early Childhood Center Director Awareness of each child’s developmental readiness is the underlying principle of the Levine Academy Preschool curriculum. We understand that children pass through predictable stages in their cognitive, physical, linguistic, and social/emotional growth. Our teachers nurture and challenge each child through individual steps of his or her own developmental path. The ECC is open to children ages 3 months through Pre–K.

Congregation Anshai Torah Preschool 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 alyse.eisenberg@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Alyse Eisenberg, Early Childhood Director Developing young minds and hearts, Congregation Anshai Torah Preschool provides a creative environment that fosters self-confidence and Jewish identity. Loving programs designed for ages 18 months to Pre-K. Our Toddler and Me program for ages 12 months-18 months provides a wonderful introduction to all our school has to offer. Anshai Torah Preschool offers a safe, nurturing and fun environment. Our Jewish programming promotes daily Jewish life, values, and traditions in young children and their families. Experienced and caring teachers and staff offer personalized attention and support. We have created an environment www.tjpnews.com

that emphasizes child-centered learning and is developmental, nurturing and experiential. Staff embrace the uniqueness of each individual and ensure a positive learning experiences. The environment in our school infuses play with rich learning experiences that build self-confidence, social skills and academic readiness. Early morning care begins at 7:30 a.m.; aftercare options until 4 or 6 p.m. We are a full-time preschool ready to meet your needs.

Gan Menachem is a place where young Jewish children receive an exciting, creative and nurturing experience that will provide them with the foundation to grow educationally, socially and emotionally. Your child will receive a wellrounded, enriching education, filled with Jewish traditions and customs intertwined with a wide array of academic subjects, personal development, values, socialization and learning skills. See camp listings for day camp.

Beth Torah Preschool & Kindergarten

Sherry & Ken Goldberg Family Early Childhood Center

720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542, ext. 222 Fax: 972-680-9047 ps-director@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org Esther Wolf, Director Small classes provide a nurturing, loving environment so children can develop a positive self-image. The school promotes creative play, fosters academic growth and invites parental involvement. All Jewish holidays are celebrated. A weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service is held to enhance the child’s identification with Judaism. All teachers are degree in education or child-related fields. To enroll, membership in Beth Torah is not required. Some scholarships are available. Preschool hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Kindergarten daily until 3 p.m. Full-day option is available. Our school year runs from mid-August through May. Camp program during the summer. Closed on all major Jewish holidays.

Aaron Family Jewish Community Center 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7117 Fax: 214-368-4709 tohayon@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Tara Ohayon, Director of Early Childhood Education The Sherry and Ken Goldberg Family Early Childhood Center (Formally the J Early Childhood Center) offers the highest quality learning environment for young children age 12 months through pre-K, focusing on encouraging development of the whole child by provid-

The Frisco Gan c/o Chabad of Plano 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 thefriscogan@chabadplano.org www.thefriscogan.com Tia Sukenik, Director The Frisco Gan is the only Jewish Preschool program serving the Far North Plano, Frisco and Allen Communities. This affordable program is being offered Mondays, Wednesdays,and Fridays from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m. Our location is the spacious and well equipped Stonebriar Academy in the heart of Frisco.

Gan Menachem Chabad of Dallas 6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-381-1101 ganmenachemdallas@gmail.com Rivka Goldschmidt, Director

Lil Goldman Early Learning Center 4050 S. Hulen Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-737-9898 Fax: 817-737-9839 info@lilgoldmanschool.org

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ing a full range of learning opportunities. Our newly renovated building provides incredible learning environments for early education. Our brand new naturescape, featuring The Rubin Family Playground and The Seymour Family Woods, is one of the most unique playgrounds in the country. The GFECC partners with each family to provide high-quality educational programs in a nurturing environment. Mother’s Day Out and Mommy & Me classes; low teacher-child ratios; staff specialists in movement, music, science and nature; weekly swim lessons for 3- and 4-year-olds, in a new natatorium; high levels of staff experience; specially designed Jewish Values Program; Love and Logic parenting classes; and extensive enrichment classes. Part of the Dallas community for more than 100 years; accredited by the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC) continually since 1990.

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www.lilgoldmanschool.org Patricia J. White, Director Within a climate of trust, support and security, the Lil Goldman Early Learning Center is devoted to fostering in our children academic excellence, love of learning, Jewish values and a genuine sense of self-worth.

Temple Emanu-El Early Childhood Education Center 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0020 Fax: 214-706-0025 ssender@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org Shelly Sender, Director Laughter, learning, songs, joy: At Temple EmanuEl Early Childhood Education Center we integrate language, math, the arts, and science into our weekly explorations. Our exceptional garden and living science program provides children with hands-on experience with planting, harvesting, composting and the many lifecycles of insects and animals. Children are given the opportunity to see the world through Jewish eyes with an emphasis on learning through play. Our curriculum focuses on meeting the emotional,

cognitive and physical needs of children from infants through pre-kindergarten. NAEYC accredited. We also have a wonderful Tot Shabbat program that meets on either a Friday evening or Saturday morning, once a month.

Torah Day School of Dallas 6921 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-964-0090 Fax: 972-964-0091 www.tdsd.org beckyudman@tdsd.org Yerachmiel Udman, M.Ed., Headmaster Becky Udman, Preschool Director Our preschool provides a nurturing environment for Jewish children, ages 18 months and up, from all levels of family observance. Lessons in science, math and language are integrated with Judaic topics in fun and creative ways! Preschoolers also enjoy a dual language curriculum, with the alef-beis introduced in our threeyear-old Nursery program.

Holocaust UT Dallas Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies 800 W. Campbell Rd. Richardson, TX 75080-3021 Phone: 972-883-2100 Fax: 972-883-2101 holocauststudies@utdallas.edu www.utdallas.edu/ah/ackerman/ Debbie Pfister, Director The UT Dallas Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies is multi-faceted program dedicated to the study of the Shoah. The interdisciplinary curriculum includes graduate and undergraduate courses on the Holocaust as well as Jewish history and culture which explore the rich narrative of Jewish life in Europe prior to the Nazi Era.

Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance 211 N. Record St., Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75202-3361 Phone: 214-741-7500 Fax: 214-747-2270 info@dallasholocaustmuseum.org www.dallasholocaustmuseum.org

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grapple with more complex Jewish concepts such as God, Tanach, community and Israel relations. We have created a positive, enriching environment with an award winning faculty and our children come through the door each week with smiles on their faces ready to learn. PK – 2nd & 8th – 12th meet on Sundays, and 3rd – 7th meet Sundays and Wednesdays.

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(Reform) 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-491-3019 schooldirector@adatchaverim.org www.adatchaverim.org Valerie Klein, Director Ben Sternman, Rabbi Adat Chaverim Religious School’s primary goal is to start learners on a life long journey of active engagement with the Jewish community guided by the study of Torah, God and Tikkun Olam. We have an outstanding and engaging program for children ages 2 – 12th grade that teaches basic Jewish concepts like holidays, mitzvot, Hebrew and lifecycle events and helps children

(Conservative) 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Andrew D. Bloom, Rabbi Shoshana Abrams, Cantor and Educational Director Michael Linn, Executive Director Our religious school provides a warm and nurturing environment where students are made to feel welcome and encouraged to participate in creative learning experiences that will prepare them to take their places in the adult Jewish community.

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(Conservative) 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 www.anshaitorah.org bob@anshaitorah.org Bob Westle, Education Director The goal of Congregation Anshai Torah’s Religious School is to foster pride in Judaism, to provide the tools necessary for each child to explore his or her relationship with God and to help each child understand the role of God, prayer, and Torah in the life of a Jew. As a Conservative synagogue, we have the added responsibility to foster a love of God and an appreciation for Judaism, its values and practices, and to impart knowledge and understanding of mitzvot according to the philosophy of the Conservative movement. From kindergarten through 10th grade, we provide a program that is challenging, exciting and motivating for our students, who are becoming comfortable with Hebrew, services, Jewish history, Bible, rituals, tefillot and mitzvot.

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education for kindergarten to 10th-grade students. Our curriculum and programs are designed to stimulate the mind and soul and develop curiosity and critical thinking. We believe that teaching and learning is a crucial element for Jewish survival and therefore our main goal is to create methods that will increase interest in Jewish studies. Our curriculum concentrates on a combination of Hebrew language, Bible studies, Jewish observance, Jewish lifecycles, customs and Jewish history. We consider the

(Conservative) 720 W. Lookout Dr. Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 Lc-director@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org Ruth Schor, Director Beth Torah Learning Center offers quality Jewish

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Chabad of Arlington Hebrew School (Orthodox) 2136 Lindblad Ct. Arlington, TX 76013 Phone: 817-451-1171 rishi@arlingtonchabad.org www.arlingtonchabad.org Mrs. Rishi Gurevitch, Director At Chabad Hebrew School, we focus on Hebrew reading and writing using the award-winning “Aleph Champ” curriculum. We also focus on instilling in our students a love for our Jewish heritage and an appreciation for Jewish values. Our students find a warm and welcoming environment as well as personal attention and walk away each week waiting for the next.

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connection and love for the land of Israel to be a vital part of our students’ Jewish identity and therefore put great emphasis on the study of Israel. Our students are involved in synagogue life through participation in religious and cultural programs and events.

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(Orthodox) 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Mrs. Esther Horowitz, Director Chabad of Plano Hebrew School meets Sundays, 9 a.m.–noon at Chabad of Plano and features a challenging, fun and innovative curriculum (K–8). Highly qualified educators help Judaism come alive for our students through active learning and hands-on activities. Hebrew reading is learned using the Aleph Champ System which encourages the students be self-motivated to acquire Hebrew Reading skills at an accelerated, yet individualized pace. Special events include Shabbatons and Parent-Child Learning Days. Chabad of Plano also offers a Hebrew high school program for teens ages 13–15. The Chabad Hebrew High features in-depth learning, exciting field trips and hands-on activities.

Congregation Kol Ami (Reform) 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org

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Rabbi Geoffrey Dennis Peta Silansky, Director Christen O’Brien, Office Administrator Our Judaica classes (Pre-K–Grade 10) meet Sunday mornings, Hebrew classes (Grades 3–7) on Wednesday evenings.

Congregation Shearith Israel Weitzman Family Religious School (Conservative) 9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-361-6606 deliezer@shearith.org www.shearith.org Dina Eliezer, Director The Shearith Israel Weitzman Family Religious School Program seeks to engage students in meaningful Judaic learning that will touch their minds, their hearts and their souls. As our students grow, they will make Jewish thought a part of their personal philosophy and decision-making, Jewish practice a part of their daily living and the immense heritage of the Jewish people the foundation upon which they stand and shape their lives.

Temple Emanu-El Religious School (Reform) 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0021 Fax: 214-706-0025 www.tedallas.org Rabbi Amy Ross, Director of Youth Learning Our Religious and Hebrew School program helps our students and parents to discover a treasure of wisdom and insight that enables us to make Jewish decisions with knowledge and integrity. Age-appropriate curriculum for children from kindergarten through grade 10 guides students through holidays, Torah, God, community and much more. Check out our exciting new programs – ALEF: A Learning Experience for Families with students in grades K-2, and Tichon, an elective-based program for grades 7 and 8. Visit our website for more information or to contact the Religious School office.

Temple Shalom Religious School (Reform) 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1362 Fax: 972-661-1976 dmassarano@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Deborah Massarano, Director of Lifelong Learning Temple Shalom Religious School provides an engaging experiential learning experience for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Our curriculum supports our congregational education vision to engage congregants of all ages in continuous Jewish learning, and to provide opportunities for Jewish growth through: developing Jewish identity; expanding knowledge of Torah; building comfort in Reform prayer services;

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fostering a commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world, including tzedakah and gemilut chasadim); instilling a dedication to the future of the Jewish people; nurturing a love for and a connection to the land and people of Israel. NEXT DOR 8-12 “Next Dor” offers classes, meeting times, and a program structure that is versatile and takes into consideration our teens’ school and extracurricular schedules to enable more students to participate. We hope that by offering an adaptable program, our students will stay engaged in Jewish learning until they graduate from high school and throughout their lives. “Next Dor” allows students to select their classes from a range of diverse topics that challenge them to use Jewish values and concepts to wrestle with is-

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(Traditional) 10909 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611 Fax: 214-361-0011 www.tiferetdallas.org smgoldfine@aol.com Steven Goldfine, Ph.D., Vice President of Education Tina Israel, Religious School Director In our Religious School we offer a warm Jewish environment that caters to children with different learning styles. We have a small teacher/

Referral and Support Jewish Family Service 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 Fax: 972-437-1988 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org Debi Weiner, Coordinator, Services for the Elderly We provide services to help the frail elderly re-

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main independent, in their homes, including: in-home assessment, independent living planning, in-home counseling, kosher meals, transportation for medical care, Lifeline Emergency Response, assistance to Holocaust survivors, guardianship, emergency assistance. Visit our website to learn more, www.jfsdallas.org.

Senior Living Specialists 14580 Berklee Drive Addison, TX 75001 Phone: 214-929-5055 paul@seniorlivingspecialists.com Paul Markowitz, Owner Senior Living Specialists works with families in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex to identify the best senior living option that suits each individual’s needs. Senior Living Specialists helps families to narrow down the number of choices to look at based on a questionnaire, coaches you on what’s important to look for in each option as each place has its own personality / feel and develops a customized list of questions based on getting to know the situation that’s beneficial to each family when touring. Our services alleviate the stress and frustration in determining the right senior living option for your loved one. Not only do we help with finding the best

senior living option, we also offer many additional services that make us a one-stop shop. Senior Living Specialists is familiar with many senior living communities that offer the following living arrangements: Independent Living, Retirement Living Assisted Living, Alzheimer’s Care, Residential Care Home and Skilled Nursing / Nursing Homes. Our passion, personal experience and local knowledge can help you to narrow down the best senior living option. Through our service, we can identify the best senior living option in the Dallas or Fort Worth area for your loved one. We are there for you, making the transition as easy as possible.

Senior Living Golden Acres 2525 Centerville Road Dallas, TX 75228 Phone: 214-327-4503 Fax: 214-320-2683 kromestan@ensigngroup.net www.goldenacresliving.com Karen Romestan, Director of Marketing and Development Golden Acres is a place where residents can en-

joy a home-like environment in a serene setting while benefiting from skilled nursing services including physical, occupational and speech therapy. The campus includes a licensed 265bed nursing facility, a Medicare-certified skilled nursing unit, short-term rehab unit, wound care program, secured memory unit, dialysis services, hospice program, the Cottages independent living apartments and activity center, and wellness center.

The Legacy at Home 6101 Ohio Drive, Suite 300 Plano, TX 75024 Phone: 972-244-7700 Fax: 214-291-9880 ldunkerley@thelegacywb.org www.thelegacyathome.org Louise C. Dunkerley, Director of Sales and Marketing Legacy at Home provides comprehensive inhome healthcare with the same level of distinction and professionalism that has defined The Legacy Senior Communities since 1953. Seniors throughout the Dallas area are now able to receive a full array of care options upon returning home from a hospital stay, while recovering from an illness or injury, and life-enhancing services,

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The Legacy at Preston Hollow 11409 North Central Expwy. Dallas, TX 75243 Phone: 214-363-5100 Fax: 214-363-5133 www.thelegacyph.org Lucy Brown, Admissions 214-239-5703 The Legacy at Preston Hollow (LPH), deficiency free for two years, 2011 and 2012, is the new Dallas Home for the Jewish Aged. Owned and operated by the Legacy Senior Communities, LPH has 41 spacious, assisted-living apartments on the first and second floors, with a variety of floor plans. On the third and fourth floors, we have 144 Medicare-certified skilled nursing beds. We offer superior levels of care in a compassionate and family-oriented setting, with unparalleled services and amenities for our

short-term, rehab and skilled nursing patients. Jewish-sponsored, we are committed to provide traditional values and distinctive care. We currently accept Medicare, Secure Horizons, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Humana, Texas Health Springs, United Healthcare and private pay.

The Legacy at Willow Bend 6101 Ohio Drive, Suite 300 Plano, TX 75024 Phone: 972-468-6208 Fax: 214-291-9880 ldunkerley@thelegacywb.org www.thelegacysc.org Louise C. Dunkerley, Director of Sales and Marketing The Legacy at Willow Bend, Plano’s first and only Jewish sponsored life care retirement community, is situated on a 28-acre site in West Plano. The Legacy at Willow Bend offers resort-style services and amenities for active, independent seniors. Our full continuum of care includes as-

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Social Programs Senior Adult Department at the J (Jewish Community Center) Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7119, 214-239-7149 Fax: 214-368-4709 aangorina@jccdallas.org hcordova@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Anna Angorina, Senior Adult Coordinator Heather Cordova, Adult Program Associate

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The J has become a “second home” for over 500 senior adults ages 65+. When you join the J you gain an instant family and have access to numerous social and physical activities including kosher lunch, “Silver Sneakers” group exercise classes, choir, book reviews, games, ballroom dance, painting classes, day trips and out-oftown trips.

sional Early Childhood staff, Kulanu campers are engaged in creative play, art, music, water fun and special programs. Jewish life is highlighted in camp activities with a focus on Torah and special Israeli activities.

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Congregation Beth Shalom 1212 Thannisch Drive Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 817-860-5448 Fax: 817-276-9073 info@bethshalom.org www.bethshalom.org Thressa Lobel The Sylvia Gray Chaverim meets monthly on Sundays offering a variation of times to accommodate our working and retired members. The Chaverim is open to senior community members who wish to gather for friendship and activities. A grant from the Jewish Federation of Fort Worth and Tarrant County generously supports the Sylvia Gray Chaverim.

Ann & Nate Levine Academy – Camp Shemesh, Camp Kochav, Stallion Weekly Camps

rnicholas@levineacademy.org www.levineacademy.org Rachel Nicholas, Director Levine Academy Summer Camps offer fun-filled learning opportunities for children entering Mini Tots to Kindergarten. All sessions are facilitated by professional staff and guest presenters. Each camp is theme-based and age appropriate. All of our camps promise to give your child a summer he or she will never forget. In 2012, camp runs from June 4 through July 27; one-week sessions are available.

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Sylvia Wolens Jewish Daytimers c/o Beth-El Congregation 4900 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141; program reservations, 817-927-2736 or http:// www.bethelfw.org/donations Fax: 817-332-7157 barbara@rubin.net Barbara Rubin, Coordinator A group for active seniors, meeting at least monthly for luncheons, social events, trips and exercise programs. The Sylvia Wolens “Daytimers” is a program of Beth-El Congregation with financial support from the Jewish Federation.

Join the Shearith Israel family to engage your heart, your mind and your soul.

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Beth Torah Preschool & Kindergarten Camp 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080  Phone: 972-234-1542, ext. 222 Fax: 972-680-9047 preschool@congregationbethtorah.org

www.congregationbethtorah.org Esther Wolf, Director Camp Chaverim is for kids 16 months to 6 years old. We can’t do much to change the Texas summer heat but we sure know how to make it fun. Our campers enjoy their very first snow experience while wearing shorts and mittens in July. Our days include art, outdoor play, music, physical movement with Mr. Donavan, My Gym, water play, nature studies, cooking, constructive free time, games, a Kabbalat Shabbat service, story time and more. Camp runs 7 weeks starting in June. We offer programs for 2s, 3s, 4s and 5s.

7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7189 acook@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Abbii Cook, Youth Director The J is the place to be for kids and teens. Off from school? Come to the J for a day of sports, swimming, and awesome trips. The J also provides teens with fun monthly programs as well as monthly Saturday night programs and enrichment classes for K-6th graders.

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Camp Gan Israel 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@cgiplano.org www.cgiplano.org Mrs. Tia Sukenik, Camp Director Rabbi Yehuda and Esther Horowitz, Camp Coordinators Camp Gan Israel offers campers ages 3–12 a sixweek camping experience infused with Jewish tradition. Caring and qualified staff, weekly trips, exciting activities, special events, and instruction in the arts, science and athletics help create “memories of a lifetime” for over 200 campers. Visit our camp website at www.cgiplano.org.

Camp Kesher 6921 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-964-0090 Fax: 972-964-0091 www.tdsd.org beckyudman@tdsd.org Becky Udman, Camp Administrator and Preschool Director Tova Sonnenblick, Girls’ Division Director Rabbi Zev Weiner, Boys’ Division Director Five fun-filled weeks, June 25–July 27. Nurturing Preschool Division for ages 2 through pre-K, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; exciting Girls’ Division for girls entering kindergarten through fourth grade; Creative Tween division for girls entering fifth through seventh grades; action-packed Boys’ Division for boys entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Early and extended camp options available. Super sports, specialties, outside entertainers, cooking, swimming, terrific trips, overnights, special evening activities for older divisions, counselors from all over the United States, an amazing energy that your child will not want to miss! For more information, call Becky Udman, 972-964-0090, ext. 108.

Camp K’Ton Pre-School Summer Camp Temple Emanu-El 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0020 Fax: 214-706-0025 ssender@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org/preschool.asp Shelly Sender, Director Maricella Garcia and Cheryl English, Camp Coordinators Camp K’Ton is a summer adventure filled with discovery and exploration for children 3 months through age 6. Our eight-week program is presented in four 2-week sessions, where children experience science, camping, sports, water play, music, art, and cooking. Pony rides, movement classes, gardening classes, puppet shows, bubbles and light shows, are all part of the fun. Shabbat is celebrated weekly and families are encouraged to attend. Please join us for one or all four sessions.

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Fax: 817-737-9839 info@lilgoldmanschool.org www.lilgoldmanschool.org Patricia J. White, Director At Camp Shalom, we strive to provide a safe, meaningful and fun summer. We also work to help your child develop a positive self-image and Jewish identity. Finally, it is very important to us to encourage growth and learning while sharing fun-filled Jewish experiences with friends.

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Summer Camps at the J (Jewish Community Center) Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7110 Fax: 214-368-4709 lseymour@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Laura Seymour, Director of Camping Services The J has been offering summer camps to children for over 125 years. We offer an amazing variety of camps for children ages 2–14 including: Camp Simchah (ages 2–4), Camp Chai (grades K–6), Gymnastics (grades 1–8),

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904 Padre Blvd. South Padre Island, TX 78597 Phone: 877-290-1338 Fax: 210-855-9910 info@cgispi.com www.cgispi.com Asher Hecht & Eli Laber, Directors A bold new concept in Jewish camping. CGI SPI is a highly acclaimed water-sports camp located on a spectacular island. Committed to excellence, the camp boasts magnificent five-star accommodations and a state-of-the-art watersports curriculum, as well as an array of innovative hands-on, Jewish-experience programs.

Camp Interlaken JCC 7050 Old Highway 70 Eagle River,, WI 54521 Phone: 414-967-8240 Fax: 414-964-0922 info@campinterlaken.org www.campinterlaken.org Toni Davison Levenberg, Director Located on 106 magnificent acres, this residential camp for Jewish children features complete waterfront activities, creative arts, athletics, and nature exploration. Our balanced program gives each camper the opportunity to develop his or her own skills, build self esteem, and learn Jewish values within a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.

Camp Nageela Midwest Administrative Office: 3542 W. Peterson Ave. Chicago, IL 60659 Phone: 773-604-4400 Fax: 773-604-4405 info@campnageelamidwest.org www.campnageelamidwest.org A premier Jewish camping experience in the Midwest for campers who have completed grades 3–12 from across the country and all affiliations, with a large group of campers coming from Texas every summer. Located on over 500 beautiful acres in Marshall, Ind., Nageela campers enjoy a three-week session of unparal-

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Phone: 404-531-0801 Fax: 404-531-0450 info@ramahdarom.org www.ramahdarom.org Geoffrey Menkowitz, Director Nestled in the picturesque North Georgia Mountains, Ramah Darom is an outstanding Jewish overnight camp just two hours north of Atlanta. Campers enjoy sports, climbing facilities, water activities, art programs, outdoor trips and much more within a vibrant and warm Jewish community.

Frank Silberlicht, Director A co-ed Jewish Camp for grades 2-9 located in the Texas Hill Country. CYJ-Texas has tons of fun and offers everything from water slides to soccer, hiking to hanging out, ropes courses to basketball and tennis and, of course, arts and crafts - there is simply something for everyone here at CYJ. All this while growing ones Jewish identity and creating a love for Israel in a Jewish filled place only four hours from Dallas. CYJ is Kosher and celebrates Shabbat.

week introductory session for kids ages 6-11 and a Teen Leadership Camp for 16-17 year olds during the four-week session. We invite you to consider a summer of fun and fulfillment at Echo Hill for your child or teenager. It’s the best place to spend the summer. Join us July 20-22, 2012, as we celebrate our 60th anniversary with an alumni and family reunion. For more information and to keep up-to-date with the anniversary plans, visit www.echohill.org.

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Echo Hill Ranch Summer Address: 965 Echo Hill Road, Medina, TX 78055, Phone: 830-589-7739, Fax: 830-589-2520 Winter Address: 8601 Georgia Ave., Suite 810, Silver Spring, MD 20910, Phone: 830-589-7739, Fax: 301-588-4041 ehranch@aol.com www.echohill.org Echo Hill Ranch Official Facebook Page Roger Friedman, Ph.D., and Roz Beroza Friedman, MSW, Executive Directors Echo Hill Ranch is a child-centered, non-competitive camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17, located in the beautiful Texas hill country. We offer a wide range of activities including horse backing, swimming, archery, riflery, pottery, sports and drama. Campers participate in an extensive Wilderness Education Program with backpacking, nature education, as well ecology and camp craft skills. Founded in 1952 by Dr. Tom and Min Friedman, and operated now by Roger Friedman, Ph.D. and his wife, Roz Beroza Friedman, MSW, the summer of 2012 is our 60th anniversary as the only family owned Jewish camp in Texas. There are four-week and threeweek camp sessions as well as a special one-

P.O. Box 1468 Bruceville, TX 76630 Phone: 254-859-5411 Fax: 254-859-5225 gfc@urj.org www.greene.urjcamps.org Loui Dobin, Director Nestled in the hills of beautiful central Texas, Greene Family Camp is the premier Jewish camping experience in the Southwest. Offering modern facilities and virtually every activity imaginable, GFC has the perfect summer in store for you. For more information, check out greene.urjcamps.org.

2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 Phone: 314-442-3180 Fax: 314-432-5825 tgrossman@jccstl.org www.campsabra.com Terri Grossman, Director Camp Sabra, for more than 40 years, has been among the premier Jewish residential camps in the U.S. Located on 3.5 miles of shoreline on the Lake of the Ozarks, midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, Sabra provides a wide variety of both water- and land-based activities, but our true strength is building strong Jewish identities and lifelong friendships. Find out more about the Camp Sabra family by visiting campsabra. com or calling the office at 314-442-3180. This summer at Sabra is gonna be magic!

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Youth Groups Adat Chaverim Junior Youth Group 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-492-3019 www.adatchaverim.org Lesley Starke and Suzy DeSilva Andrea Gillin and David Lisner, Senior Youth

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Group Adat Chaverim’s junior youth group, for children in sixth, seventh and eighth grades, meets bi-weekly and has social activities for this age group.

Ahavath Sholom Youth – FWUSY and Kadima (Conservative) 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Andrew D. Bloom, Rabbi Shoshana Abrams, Cantor

Michael Linn, Executive Director Activities provide opportunities for kids to socialize and interact with their friends in a Jewish environment. Peer leadership is stressed, preparing these young people to become the future leaders of the Jewish community.

Reform Action Committee (RAC) in Washington, D.C. for its tikkun olam social action project, Camp Impact. Our youth raise funds for, as well as program, this weeklong summer camp experience for local youth from shelters and Title 1 schools.

ARFTY-Congregation Beth Shalom

ATID – Academy of Torah In Greater Dallas

1212 Thannisch Drive Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 817-860-5448 Fax: 817-276-9073 info@bethshalom.org www.bethshalom.org Richard Posner, Advisor Congregation Beth Shalom’s youth group, ARFTY, has been nationally recognized by the

18011 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-3032, ext. 150 atid@levineacademy.org www.dallasatid.org Gail Herson, Director ATID is a Sunday morning community program for 11th and 12th graders. Classes taught by rab-

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bis on Jewish ethics and values and how these help meet modern challenges, community service and Shabbat experiences are all a part of the ATID educational experience. The program is interactive and relevant to teens.

Beth Torah Youth / Rashi USY 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 usy@congregationbethtorah.org kadima@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org/groups/ youth.htm USY, the high-school-age affiliate of The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, brings Jewish teens great friends and exciting programs to your synagogue and synagogues around the world...and transforms Jewish leaders for the next generation. Beth Torah’s youth program has won the International USY Chapter of the Year for 2005–2006. The Beth Torah Youth Group for sixth to eighth graders, Kadima, has cool programs for kids to have fun with friends! Twice a year there are conventions with sixth to eighth graders from all over Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Membership in Kadima provides access to a wide variety of programming, such

as out-of-town conventions, special trips and insynagogue events.

BBYO, Inc. North Texas–Oklahoma Region 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-363-4654 Sherrie Stalarow, Senior Executive Regional Director sstalarow@bbyo.org Tracy Davis, Program Director tdavis@bbyo.org For over eight decades, BBYO has been the largest, youth-led organization helping Jewish teens worldwide to develop their leadership potential, a positive Jewish identity and a commitment to community involvement and global causes. North Texas-Oklahoma Region BBYO serves over 1,000 members in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and Tulsa, Okla. BBYO is not connected to any one Jewish movement or affiliated with any synagogue.

Boy Scout Troop 729 Phone: 214-.641.4745 noble9692@yahoo.com www.troop729.org

Sam Noble Providing fun and adventure for boys, ages 11–18, since 1919. Chartered by the Temple Emanu-El Brotherhood, meetings are held at Preston Hollow Elementary School, 6423 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas 75230, on Monday evenings at 7:29 p.m. Temple Emanu-El and its auxiliaries affirm the human rights values at the core of the Jewish tradition. Neither Temple Emanu-El nor any of its auxiliaries discriminates on the basis of race, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

CFTY-Community of Friends Temple Youth The High School Youth Group of Adat Chaverim 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-492-3019 dklein530@yahoo.com www.adatchaverim.org David Klein, advisor CFTY, the outstanding high school youth group at Adat Chaverim in Plano, is a vital, active group of kids who care. CFTY meets at least bi-weekly, sponsoring a wide variety of programs for high school youth, including worship, social action

URJ Affiliated Reform Congregation of Collin County Excellence in Religious School & Adult Education Institute for Sourthern Jewish Living Curriculum Shabbat Services 7:30 p.m. Torah Study Saturday mornings 9 a.m. Rabbi: Ben Sternman Religious School Director: Valerie Klein

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and lots and lots of fun and friend time. CFTY participates enthusiastically in NFTY-TOR, the North American Federation of Temple Youth – Texas-Oklahoma Region. CFTY students attend regional conclaves in Texas and Oklahoma cities and the URJ Greene Family Camp up to six times a year, plus camp events nationwide and NFTY’s outstanding Israel programs. CFTY is strongly committed to Jewish learning and developing Jewish identities in a warm, caring, enjoyable environment.

Chabad of Plano’s Bat Mitzvah Club 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 estheryudihorowitz@gmail.com www.chabadplano.org Mrs. Esther Horowitz For girls ages 11–12, the Chabad of Plano Bat Mitzvah Club offers a monthly get-together that helps girls discover the rich traditions of Jewish womanhood in a joyous, fun and meaningful way, while preparing them for their entry into adulthood and beyond.

Rabbi Geoffrey Dennis Amy Wallace, Youth Director Christen O’Brien, Office Administrator KAJY meets approximately six times during the school year for social, spiritual and community activities. Some activities encourage parental participation. Members also enjoy interaction with the rabbi during some activities. A youth group advisor is present at all events to provide guidance, support, and transportation (when needed). NoTTY activities include Jewish education, mitzvah projects, and social events. Events

occur once a month with other youth groups in the area or just within NoTTY. There are also regional events about five times per year throughout Texas and Oklahoma. A youth group advisor is present at all events to provide guidance, support and transportation (when needed).

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Chabad of Plano’s Youth Programming 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 yhorowitz@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Rabbi Yehuda Horowitz Connect 4 is a program which involves the entire family. We do fun and hands-on Jewish activities together, such as making a real Shofar or baking Challah and distributing it to the elderly in our community. We offer five activities throughout the year. For each activity we will do an open event at Chabad, and several additional events in private homes for families who would like to group together.

Congregation Kol Ami Youth Activities KAJY (Kol Ami Junior Youth) Grades 6–8 NoTTY (North TX Temple Youth) Grades 9–12 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org

Dallas’ Advanced Healthcare Institute for Women Dr. Brian Cohen is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and the sub-specialty of reproductive endocrinology/infertility. He has been providing healthcare to women for over 30 years, specializing in the management and treatment of infertility, recurrent miscarriage, mid-life hormonal and sexual disorders and menopause symptoms.

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shaaretefilla@gmail.com www.shaaretefilla.org Rabbi Ari Perl, Senior Rabbi Robert Liener, President Rabbi Michael Friedman, Assistant Rabbi Danielle T. Mann, Administrative Director Rabbi Aaron Kaplan, Youth/Teen Rabbi Shaare Tefilla places great emphasis on the development of our youth. We offer a full range of Shabbat morning youth programming: childcare for infants (3-36 months), groups for toddlers through 4th grade, Mini-Minyan (grades 5–6) and Teen Minyan (grades 7–12). Shabbat afternoon programs for students in grades 3–6 meet regularly. Family Minyan, a shared family experience for 3rd-8th graders and their parents is held approximately once a month. Shaare Tefilla is a vibrant congregation that challenges our membership to engage the modern world and society around us through the prism of Torah and tradition. In addition to services, we offer a full range of adult education, youth programming and special events. Shaare Tefilla welcomes Jews of varying backgrounds and observance levels and takes pride in making sure that all who walk through our doors feel a sense of belonging. Guests are always welcome; our hospitality rotation ensures that there is always

a spot for them at a Shabbat table.

Congregation Shearith Israel Youth Groups 9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-361-6606 Fax: 214-361-7524 usy@shearith.org www.shearith.org Youth programs at Shearith Israel include the Zohar chapter of USY (United Synagogue Youth) for high school, Kadima (Onward!) for middle school, Chalutzim (pioneers) for children in grades three through five and Shorashim for children in grades Kindergarten through 2. Our Youth Groups are overseen by the Education Department and the Board of Education, with the extensive involvement of our rabbis. USY is overseen by our rabbis and Lara Greenberg, Youth Advisor, who also supervises the Kadima, Chalutzim and Shorashim advisors.

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation Jacob Feldman Building 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230

Phone: 214-615-9351 Fax: 214-363-5942 info@djcf.org www.djcf.org Meyer L. Bodoff, President/CEO The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation simplifies teen philanthropy programs, giving students more time to focus on their tzedakah projects and schoolwork. Fiscal responsibility is taught, yet total accountability is shared with the Foundation, adding credibility. Not only does the Foundation’s staff offer personal guidance, but we also provide access to an established structure, direct and secure online giving capabilities, increased exposure to potential donors, and links to related websites. In addition, when donations are deposited and prior to being distributed, funds earn interest.

Dallas Yachad laurasilvis@gmail.com www.njcd.org Laura Silvis, Chapter Coordinator YACHAD is dedicated to inclusion, ensuring the participation of individuals with special needs in the full spectrum of Jewish life. YACHAD members participate in activities each month. Events

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have included attending hockey games, art projects, bowling, mini-golf, matzah baking, community service projects, zoo trips, Shabbatons, music therapy, fun Jewish learning, martial arts and much more! We strive to ensure that no one feels left out of social events and programs. All of our events include teen participation from those with and without disabilities. Individuals with special needs have extraordinary gifts to offer their “typically functioning” peers, and being together, in YACHAD, everyone’s experience is enriched.

Reform Jewish youth group for teens in the ninth to 12th grades. FWFTY offers teens a chance to experience the values of Judaism through social action, educational, religious, cultural, and social events.

Jewish Student Union

Rabbi Israel Lashak, Director ilashak@gmail.com Rabbi Yaakov Rosenblatt, Administrator yrosenblatt@gmail.com Jewish Student Union is a student-led network

of clubs in public high schools that focus on Jewish culture, history and identity. There are currently clubs in these high schools: Plano West Plano Senior Shepton High Richardson High JJ Pearce Clubs meet once every two weeks and have speakers; hang out and enjoy pizza and donuts. For more information please contact Yaakov Rosenblatt at rosenblatt@gmail.com.

Dallas Area Torah Association (DATA) 5840 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-987-3282 Fax: 214-987-1764 data@datanet.org www.datanet.org Rabbi Yerachmiel Fried, Dean Rabbi Mayer Hurwitz, Assistant Dean Rabbi Bentzi Epstein, Director DATA, a nonprofit, unaffiliated Jewish learning center, helps you to explore your Jewish heritage through engaging, thought-provoking learning experiences in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The DATA rabbis and rebbetzins are dedicated to bringing the beauty, depth and joy of Jewish learning to Jewish men and women of all backgrounds and affiliations.

Enrichment Classes at the J Aaron Family Jewish Community Center 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 lseymour@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Laura Seymour There’s something for every age and every interest at the J: dance, gymnastics, swim lessons, basketball, NFL football, soccer, cooking, manners, Spanish, art lessons and more. Check out our website for a complete listing. While you’re there, check out our fantastic selection of birthday parties.

FWFTY – Fort Worth Federation of Temple Youth 4900 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141 advisor@fwfty.org www.fwfty.org Scott Sloter, Advisor FWFTY, an affiliate of the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) and BethEl Congregation in southwest Fort Worth, is a www.tjpnews.com

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Moving Traditions’ Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing! & Shevet Achim: The Brotherhood 261 Old York Road, Suite 734 Jenkintown, PA 19046 Phone: 215-887-4511 Fax: 215-887-4510 www.movingtraditions.org Sarah Fox, Program Manager sfox@movingtraditions.org Joan Wallis, Regional Director jwallis@movingtraditions.org Moving Traditions inspires people to engage more deeply with Judaism. By asking, “What does it mean to be a woman?” and “What does it mean to be a man?” we champion an educational approach connecting teens’ character development to building a Jewish community where both women and men experience spiritual, intellectual and moral growth. You can learn more about Moving Traditions by visiting our website at www.movingtraditions.org. Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing! has already empowered 10,000 Jewish girls to navigate the challenges of becoming a woman in our society, while inspiring them to connect to Jewish community. Girls from 6th-12th grades meet monthly in intimate gatherings operated by over 200 Jewish organizations and led by Moving Traditions-trained facilitators. Shevet Achim: The Brotherhood seeks to stem the exodus of teen boys from Jewish life after bar mitzvah. The program empowers teen boys to navigate competition, aggression, social pressure, and other challenges in their lives – and to explore what it means to be a Jewish man and a mentsch. The growing program is now active in 28 Jewish institutions.

National Conference of Synagogue Youth (NCSY) 6757 Arapaho Road, Suite 761 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972 934 9143 Fax: 469-519-4832 ilashak@gmail.com yrosenblatt@gmail.com www.southwestncsy.org Rabbi Israel Lashak, Director Rabbi Yaakov Rosenblatt, Administrator NCSY, the National Conference of Synagogue Youth, is the most effective and respected educational Jewish youth movement in the world. NCSY is at the forefront of providing students with an informal but structured setting to experience the beauty of their rich Jewish traditions. For more information, please contact Southwest NCSY.

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Phone: 214-796-4939 carynbengio@gmail.com Caryn Bengio NCSY Juniors is an exciting program with various activities for kids in grades 5–7. The group meets every Sunday, 5–6 p.m. at the NCSY Center, 6757 Arapaho Road, Suite 761.

6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1810, ext. 232 Fax: 972-661-2636 bharr@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Barrett Harr, Director of High School and Youth Programs Temple Shalom is dedicated to its youth. Programs are geared towards all grades and a wide variety of interests. Youth activities are devoted to providing a safe Jewish environment where youth can have a positive Jewish experience. Programs include social, educational and community service.

NETTY-Northeast Tarrant Temple Youth Congregation Beth Israel 6100 Pleasant Run Road Colleyville, TX 76034 Phone: 817-581-5500 Cell: 817-505-6070 abw1228@gmail.com http://www.congregationbethisrael.org/ community/youth/ Alison and Dale Weiss, Advisors NETTY is an affiliate of the North American Federation of Temple Youth, Texas Oklahoma Region (NFTY-TOR) and Congregation Beth Israel, a Reform Jewish Synagogue in Colleyville, Texas. The youth group is open to any Jewish teen in the ninth–12th grades. Our group has students in the Colleyville, HEB, Southlake, Grapevine, Keller and Irving school systems. The family does not have to be a member of the synagogue. NETTY offers a chance for our members to experience the values of Judaism through social action, educational, religious, cultural and social events. It is a great place to meet and create lifelong Jewish friends.

Temple Emanu-El Youth Programs 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 Fax: 214-706-0025 sbuchalter@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org Steve Buchalter, Youth Director Temple Emanu-El strives to give children the opportunity to develop and deepen their connections to other Jewish youth and to Judaism itself. We offer three youth groups – Shoreshim for 3rd5th grades, Club Gesher for 5th-8th grades, and DAFTY for 8th-12th grades. We also offer a Rosh Hodesh-themed program, “It’s A Girl Thing!,” for girls in 6th-8th grades, a songleading group, and our Madrichim teaching assistant program for our Religious School for 11th and 12th grades. We plan fun and relationship-building social events, overnights and weekend retreats, ageappropriate worship opportunities, social justice programs and volunteer opportunities, and other community experiences.

Tiferet Israel Congregation Youth Programs 10909 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611, ext. 0 Fax: 214-361-0011 kids@tiferetdallas.org teens@tiferetdallas.org www.tiferetdallas.org Lisa Leventhal, Youth Director We offer Shabbat Junior Congregation services. The third Shabbat of the month of the school year, we feature the Pitzel Puppet Players, original puppet plays that bring the Torah to life! Tiferet Israel Youth holds monthly special programs for kids grades K through 6 to entertain and educate. Lunch is provided. Non-members welcome. Tiferet’s Teen Program for kids fourth through seventh grades features exciting fun programming throughout the city. Additional activities are often hosted to provide entertainment and education for kids.

Venturing Crew 1818 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-533-8050 rickv@peoplepc.com groups.yahoo.com/group/crew1818/ Rick Vanglish, Advisor A group for young men and women, ages 13-21, focusing on outdoor activities, such as camping, rock climbing, sailing and more. Meetings held on the first and third Wednesdays each month (7:30 p.m.) at the Aaron Family JCC.

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Programs Department 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7115 Fax: 214-368-4709 jcohn@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Judy Cohn, Cultural Programs Director Cultural Programs at the J include the Annual International Jewish Film Festival, FamiliArts field trips, art exhibitions, J-Players (adult theater), J Youtheatre, group tours, ballroom dance lessons and a variety of other special events.

Temple Emanu-El Couples Club 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 Fax: 214-706-0025 Carole and Barry Cohen, Presidents Frances Sue and Morton Schneider,  Membership Chairmen Sarah Yarrin and Jack Repp, Membership Chairmen Temple Emanu-El Couples Club is a social group for couples with at least one member age 50 or older. Are you interested in socializing with other Jewish couples for dinners, parties and other fun and interesting activities? The club has approximately 75 member couples, and has been in existence for over 20 years. If you would like more information on our group, call our Membership Chairmen, Frances Sue and Morton Schneider, at 972-398-1771 or Sarah Yarrin and Jack Repp at 214-361-0486. It’s a great opportunity to make new friends and reconnect with past acquaintances. Dues (per couple) are $50 a year.

Cemeteries/ Funeral Homes Dallas Jewish Funerals

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Congregation Shearith Israel Dolphin Road Cemetery 4634 Dolphin Road Dallas, TX 75223 Phone: 214-939-7304 Fax: 214-361-7524 amitzner@shearith.org www.shearith.org Avi Mitzner Shearith Israel Memorial Park is located on Dolphin Road near Fair Park, and is rich with Shearith Israel and Dallas history. This cemetery was opened in the late 1800s and continues to be maintained by Shearith Israel.

Hebrew Cemetery of Congregation Ahavath Sholom 411 North University Drive Fort Worth, TX 76107 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Andrew D. Bloom, Rabbi Shoshana Abrams, Cantor Micahel Linn, Executive Director Glenn Garoon, Cemetery Committee Chair Provides consecrated cemetery lots for members of the congregation and the Fort Worth Tarrant County Jewish community. Please call for information.

Mount Zion United Jewish Cemeteries Phone: 214-334-6554; 972-437-9950 (emergency) William B. Finkelstein, President info@mountziondallas.com Rabbi Howard Wolk, Rabbinic Advisor rabbiwolk@jfsdallas.org Mount Zion has consecrated burial grounds

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North Dallas Funeral Home 2710 Valley View Lane Dallas, TX 75234 Phone: 972-241-9100 Fax: 972-241-1121 web101972@yahoo.com www.northdallasfuneralhome.com John P. Brooks, President Our family has been serving families with funeral needs for over 30 years. We are here to serve you at your time of need or help you pre-plan your funeral services in advance through insurance funded contracts. When you call us you will reach a member of our staff 24/7.

Restland of Dallas 9220 Restland Road Dallas, TX 75243 Phone: 972-238-7111 Fax: 972-470-5714 www.restlandfuneralhome.com Victor Holland, Director of Operations Funeral and cemetery services at one location in North Dallas. Serving the needs of Dallas families for 84 years. Mt. Zion at Restland Jewish Cemetery located on-site.

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Fax: 817-924-4230 rmh@familyowned.net E.C. “Trey” Harper III Since 1881, three generations of Harpers have provided services and answers to families in their time of need. We sincerely appreciate the trust and confidence placed in us by those who call.

Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home and Memorial Park 7405 W. Northwest Hwy. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-363-5401 Fax: 214-363-9007 Frank W. Seddio, Sr., President and General Manager For over 100 years Sparkman Hillcrest has served the Jewish Community in the Dallas area with care and compassion, and we will continue offering our unsurpassed service and dedication. Please contact Frank W. Seddio, Sr., President and General Manager for Sparkman Hillcrest, where he will personally see to it that you are taken care of. We are your friends and neighbors and we will always be here for you.

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Agudas Achim Cemetery Phone: 214-368-5225 7901 Scyene Road Dallas, TX 75227 Jerry Benjamin Tiferet Israel Agudas Achim Cemetery provides consecrated cemetery lots available to all members of the Jewish community. Multiple spaces available for families.

9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-939-7318 Fax: 214-939-7378 mallen@shearith.org www.shearith.org Mona Allen, Program Director College Connection is Congregation Shearith Israel’s outreach program to our college students. We send special holiday packages to students at their campus addresses, and hold special programs with the rabbis during school breaks to maintain relationships with college students. We celebrate a beautiful send-off service in the fall before our students leave for school. Our rabbis are available at all times to provide counseling and support.

College Chabad on Campus - North Texas 2105 Houston Place Denton, Texas 76201 972-897-8801 Rabbi@ChabadNT.com www.ChabadNT.com Rabbi Levi Dubrawsky, Director A campus-based organization providing social, educational, and spiritual programming for students and faculty. A “home away from home” where all Jews are welcome, where students can socialize in a comfortable, home-like setting, with friends, food and gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of their heritage.

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and graduate students as well as recent graduates. With a wide variety of Jewish social, cultural, educational, religious and Interfaith programs, Hillel of Dallas brings together young people from all of the college campuses throughout our community. We also run an amazing annual Birthright Israel college trip. We are a fun, warm, and inclusive group so please join us and attend programs as often as you are able. Our Facebook group is our main point of contact, so please go there (Hillel of Dallas) to join and make sure you are invited to all of our events.

Hillel at UT Dallas 800 W. Campbell Road, JO31 Richardson, TX75080 Phone: 972-883-2100 Fax: 972-883-2101 dhpf@utdallas.edu Debbie Pfister, Faculty Advisor Open to UTD students and area community college students through Hillels of North Texas. Join students in celebrating holidays, participating in community events, and other social activities. You can find us on Facebook by searching “Hillel@UTDallas”.

Hillels of North Texas 917 Avenue C Denton, TX 76203 216-536-7475 rebecca@hillelsofnorthtexas.org www.hillelsofnorthtexas.org Rebecca Gerbert, Director North Texas Hillel serves students at University of North Texas (UNT) and Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in Denton and University of Texas at Dallas. Hillel provides Jewish campus life for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff through social, religious and educational programs.

Program in Jewish Studies at TCU and Brite Divinity School TCU Box 298130 Fort Worth, TX 76129 Phone: 817-257-7575 Fax: 817-257-7305 ariel.feldman@tcu.edu www.brite.tcu.edu Dr. Ariel Feldman, Rosalyn and Manny Rosenthal, Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and Director of Jewish Studies Program The Program in Jewish Studies promotes excel-

lence in education about the historical, cultural and theological manifestations of Jewish civilization. It teaches about the complexity of Jewish existence and supports the diversification of both education and student body, in order to foster informed understanding about not only Jews and Judaism, but also other religions, societies and cultures.

UNT Jewish Studies Program 1155 Union Circle #305369 Denton, TX 76203-5017 Phone: 940-369-8926 or 940-369-8933 Fax: 940-369-8163 richard.golden@unt.edu or nanette.behning@unt. edu; General Info, jewish-studies@unt.edu http://jewishstudies.unt.edu Richard M. Golden, Professor and Director The UNT Jewish Studies Program is the only one at a public university in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. UNT is the largest university in the North Texas, with more than 36,000 students and more Jewish students than all other DFW universities combined. The Program offers an interdisciplinary minor with 48 courses on Jews and Judaism (13 on the State of Israel) taught by 29 faculty in 12 departments across 7 of UNT’s colleges, an awards numerous scholarships.

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Family Aaron Family Jewish Community Center Family Programs 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7110 Fax: 214-368-4709 lseymour@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Tara Ohayon, Director of Early Childhood Education Laura Seymour, Director of Camping Services Interaction between a parent and child is a very important bonding experience. The J offers classes in music, movement, gymnastics and preschool activities for children as young as six months and parents of all ages. The J Early Childhood Education Center and the Department of Jewish Life and Learning join together to offer classes for parent and child, parent education and family events for the whole family. New programs include grandparent and grandchild fun!

Cradle Roll/Parent Child Connections 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0020 Fax: 214-706-0025 ssender@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org Shelly Sender Cradle Roll / Parent Child Connections is for parents and children from birth to age 3. Parents have the opportunity to experience guest speakers, parent/child projects, music and ideas for bringing Judaism into their parent/child relationship. A parent resource library is available and everyone is welcome to join our weekly PreSchool Shabbat. Classes meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. during the school year and during summer camp. Children must be accompanied by parent/caregiver.

Jewish Family Service 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 Fax: 972-437-1988 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org Michael Fleisher, Executive Director We offer a “one stop shop” of specialized, professional services to all ages, 2-102 years old which includes: Emergency Assistance/Food Pantry,

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Counseling, Family Violence Intervention, Employment Services, Services for Persons with Special Needs and Gerontology. Many of us have family members who have had an unexpected life crisis or has been challenged by a significant life transition. We all know a friend or neighbor who might use one or more of our services. Visit our website to learn more, www.jfsdallas.org.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: PJ Library 7900 Northhaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7193 Fax: 214-239-7171 rbalkinkliman@jfgd.org www.pjlibrary.org Rivae Balkin-Kliman, PJ Library Coordinator The PJ Library is a program that provides Jewishthemed books and CDs to Dallas area children (ages 6 months through 6 years) who are being raised in the Jewish tradition whether affiliated, unaffiliated, intermarried, or non-traditional. The PJ Library is made possible by the Center for Jewish Education of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas through a generous grant from the Mankoff Family Foundation. PJ Library holds several child-focused events and programs each month all of the greater Dallas area. Visit www. facebook.com/pjlibrarydallas for information.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: The Tycher Library 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7133 Fax: 214-239-7171 ngolboro@jfgd.org www.tycherlibrary.org Nina Golboro, Library Director The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas’ Tycher Library has been serving the information and reading needs of the Jewish community of Greater Dallas for over 25 years. Situated on the second floor of the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center in the Mankoff Center for Jewish Learning, the all-Judaic collection includes: literature; religion; history; current fiction; children and teen fiction and nonfiction; an extensive reference section; subscriptions to a variety of newspapers and the more significant journals and magazines. The DVD collection is 350 and growing. Ongoing monthly adult programming includes a Monday morning reading group, a Wednesday evening reading group, a Sunday afternoon film club and a Sunday morning monthly preschool children’s program. There is no fee to join the library and participate in any of the above programs. Open to the entire

community. Please consult our website for hours of operation.

Mikvah Congregation Ahavath Sholom 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Michael Linn, Executive Director Call for mikvah information.

Mikvah at Chabad Fort Worth Phone: 817-263-7701 ctmandel@gmail.com Chana Tovah Mandel Their beautiful new mikvah is now open. To make an appointment or learn more about this mitzvah call Mrs. Chana Mandel at 817-3827709.

Mikvah Israel 5640 McShann Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-776-0037 Cindy Winston, President Please call for an appointment.

Mikvah ‘Mei Menachem’ at Chabad of Dallas 6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-0427 Rivka Goldschmidt, Rebbetzin Mendel Dubrawsky, Rabbi Michal Shapiro, Rebbetzin The state-of-the-art mikvah facility at the shul, which opened in 2005 offers the best in comfort, hygiene, aesthetics and privacy. It is a fully equipped mikvah, and will surely make your visit a pleasurable one. It is discreetly located in the shul’s building, is under strict halachic supervision and is run by the shul’s Rebbetzins: Baila Dubrawsky, Rivka Goldschmidt and Michal Shapiro. The mikvah is available for women every evening upon appointment. Please call the mikvah voicemail at 972-248-0427 for more information or to make a reservation. All information will be kept strictly confidential.

The Plano Mikvah 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-769-2202 rblock@chabadplano.org www.tjpnews.com

Rivkie Block and Esther Horowitz, Mikvah Coordinators The Plano Mikvah has been completed and its beautiful ambiance has welcomed women to use its facilities each month. There is no membership fee or charge to use the Mikvah; however, contributions are appreciated. To make an appointment to use the Mikvah, please call the dedicated Mikvah line at 972-769-2202. You can also call to arrange for a private meeting to learn more about this beautiful Mitzvah. A virtual tour of our Mikvah can be seen on www.chabadplano.org/mikvah.

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10909 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611 Fax: 214-361-0011 jwilliams@tiferetdallas.org www.tiferetdallas.org Jennifer Williams, Office Manager Community mikvah.

Mohels Bris Milah (Association for the Advancement of Bris Milah) Travels throughout the United States Phone: 314-727-BRIT (2748) Phone: 800-85-MOHEL (66435) rabbimike@brismilah.org www.brismilah.org Rabbi Michael Rovinsky, Certified Mohel Rabbi Rovinsky is a Certified Mohel, recognized by the State of Israel. Practicing since 1988, he has performed over 7,000 circumcisions and serves as a consultant for doctors and mohels from around the country. In an effort to provide every Jewish child an opportunity for a quality, kosher, bris milah, Rabbi “Mike,” as he is affectionately known, travels to the Dallas area weekly to meet the needs of the Dallas community. He has hospital privileges in the states of Texas, Missouri, Kansas and Maryland.

Rabbi David S. Shawel, Certified Mohel 6902 Creek Hollow Drive Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 214-923-8115 dallasmohel@aol.com www.dallasmohel.blogspot.com A local resident of the Dallas Metroplex Jewish community, Rabbi David S. Shawel has over 30 years of experience as a mohel. He actively performs brisim throughout the United States. To date, he has performed brisim in 20 states and www.tjpnews.com

Shelley Weiss, M.D., Mohel Phone: 214-810-BRIS(2747) www.dallasmohel.com Shelley Weiss, M.D. is a board certified pediatrician who trained in the laws and traditions of brit milah with halachic experts. Dr. Weiss will work with you to design and perform a special and memorable Brit Milah ceremony for your newborn son.

Dallas Jewish Singles 4425 White Rock Ln. Plano, TX 75024 Phone: 214-929-8159 peerly@ambiance.re www.facebook.com/groups/dfwjewishsingles Peerly Butbul, Organizer Jewish? Single? An easy way to meet someone -- Join the Dallas Jewish Singles Group. Meet other Jewish Singles in a pleasant environment interested in friendship and entertaining events. www.facebook.com/groups/DFWJewishSingles. Dating and Socializing in the Modern World

Young Adult Congregation Shearith Israel Young Professionals 9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-939-7314 Fax: 214-939-7374 thurt@shearith.org www.shearith.org Rabbi David Singer provides rabbinic leadership for YP’s@CSI — Young Professionals of Congregation Shearith Israel. This is one of the largest and most vibrant programs for young Jews in Dallas. YP programming is open to all Jews ages 21–35, married or single. We come together to enjoy Shabbat dinners, cultural and intellectual events, and social gatherings. Getting involved in YP’s@CSI is a great way to meet other Jews your age in Dallas, and to connect with the rabbis of CSI. You do not need to be a member of CSI to participate in YP@CSI programs.

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation Jacob Feldman Building 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-9351

Fax: 214-363-5942 info@djcf.org www.djcf.org Meyer L. Bodoff, President/CEO The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation’s mission is simple: To represent your vision, goals and aspirations, while guaranteeing a vibrant and secure future for our community. A notfor-profit organization, the Foundation is your partner, consistently working to help nurture and achieve your philanthropic vision. Our dedicated staff team will be there for you and your family, understanding what’s most important to you then providing support to help turn your dreams into action. The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation has earned the trust of our donors and community of professional advisors who work with us to help achieve charitable and financial goals to create a legacy that future generations will be proud of. Together we will build a bright tomorrow.

The Intown Chabad 2723 Routh St. Dallas, TX 75201 Phone: 214-810-6770 zvi@theintownchabad.com theintownchabad.com Zvi Drizin, Rabbi Located in the heart of Uptown Dallas, The Intown Chabad serves young adults from the day they leave college until they have their first child. This age group has typically been a very underserved group in the Jewish community. To that end we have established a warm inviting environment where young Jewish people can connect with their Jewish roots in an informal, educational and social setting.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: Young Adult Division 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-5272 Fax: 214-369-8943 amiller@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Ashleigh Miller, Director The Young Adult Division is a dynamic group of individuals, ages 22 to 40, who are committed to building a better Jewish community in Dallas, in Israel, and throughout the world. We offer a variety of special interest programs, social events, and volunteer opportunities. It’s a great way to meet new people and have fun while making a difference in our community. Join our Facebook group to stay informed about the programs, events, and volunteer opportunities.

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Temple Emanu-El Young Adults 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 Fax: 214-706-0025 mzimmerman@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org/youngadults.asp Mimi Zimmerman, Young Adult Engagement Temple Emanu-El Young Adults connects individuals in their 20s and 30s to a welcoming, diverse, Reform Jewish community with inspiring social, educational, spiritual, and social justice programming. Our community welcomes all Jewish young adults in the Dallas Metroplex.

SYNAGOGUES Congregation Achdut Israel (Sephardi Israeli) 5747 Charlestown Drive, Dallas Phone: 972-877-4881 Binyamin E. Terenyo, Rabbi Ofer Abramov, President Daily services at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Shabbat services held every weekend. For more information or to schedule private Torah classes, call Rabbi Terenyo at 972-877-4881.

Adat Chaverim (Reform) 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-492-3019 office@adatchaverim.org rabbisternman@adatchaverim.org www.adatchaverim.org Benjamin D. Sternman, Rabbi Sheila Gardner, Temple Administrator Adat Chaverim, the Reform Congregation of Collin County, is a “community of friends” dedicated to: living by the enduring principles of Torah and Reform Judaism, developing relationships with God through study and communal worship, supporting individuals and families to ensure the continuity of the Jewish people, caring for each other and our community, and furthering tikkun olam, the healing of the world.

Congregation Agudath Jacob (Conservative) 4925 Hillcrest Drive Waco, TX 76710-1709 Phone: 254-772-1451 Fax: 254-772-2471 cajrabbi@agudath-waco.org www.agudath-waco.org Gordon Fuller, Rabbi

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Susan Silver, President Conservative synagogue affiliated with the USCJ, serving Waco, and surrounding areas. A full-service congregation with regular Friday night and Saturday morning services, and all holidays. No tickets required for High Holy Days. Classes and programs are offered throughout the year. Convenient for those who live in the far Southern portion of the Dallas Metroplex area.

Congregation Ahavath Sholom (Conservative) 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Andrew D. Bloom, Rabbi Shoshana Abrams, Cantor and Educational Director Michael Linn, Executive Director Founded in 1892, Congregation Ahavath Sholom is the largest and only Conservative (a USCJ affiliate) synagogue in all of Fort Worth and Tarrant County. We have been in our recently renovated location for over 25 years. Shabbat prayer services, daily minyanim, religious school, youth programming, a mikvah and a cemetery are among the services we offer the Jewish community. Our congregation provides a warm and nurturing environment where everyone is made to feel welcomed and encouraged to participate.

Congregation Anshai Torah (Conservative) 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 anshai@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Stefan Weinberg, Rabbi Congregation Anshai Torah is the only Plano synagogue affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. We are a young, vibrant congregation, celebrating our bar mitzvah year in 2012. We serve the needs of Plano and the northern sector of the Dallas Metroplex by promoting “Klal Yisrael” – unity of the Jewish people – as we instill traditional Jewish values with a contemporary, progressive sensitivity. We have an energetic, broad-based lay leadership who are involved in all facets of the shul, encouraging participation at every level of the synagogue’s structure. One of the many vital focal points of the congregation is Kol Rina, our men’s a cappella choir, (the source of much ruach in

the congregation), and it has become renowned in the Dallas community, performing at many citywide functions throughout the year. Our early childhood, preschool, day school, religious school and youth group families enhance every aspect of our shul life along with our Hesed Committee, Adult Education, Hazak, Men’s Club, Sisterhood and our new initiative for Singles/ Young Couples. Anshai Torah is also a strong advocate for Israel, proud to ally itself with AIPAC and many other pro-Israel organizations. Rabbi Weinberg leads trips to Israel on a regular basis. We offer opportunities for involvement for every family...from the very youngest to the young at heart. Kabbalat Shabbat service 6:30 p.m.; Shabbat morning service 9:30 a.m.; twice-daily minyanim Monday through Friday.

Congregation Beth El Binah (Reform) P.O. Box 191188 Dallas, TX 75219 Phone: 214-521-5342, ext. 1784 www.bethelbinah.org Steve Fisch, Rabbi Diane Litke, President diane@bethelbinah.org Beth El Binah is a Reform congregation welcoming all people of all backgrounds. Beth El Binah was founded as a synagogue with a specific outreach to the Gay and Lesbian Jewish Community. Today we have a diverse membership, which reflects the changing demographics of our location and of our community. We meet the second and fourth Fridays of the month.

Beth-El Congregation (Reform) 4900 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141 Fax: 817-332-7157 bethelofc@bethelfw.org www.bethelfw.org Ralph Mecklenburger, Rabbi Beth-El is a Reform synagogue serving metropolitan Tarrant County. We offer a full program of worship services, educational and cultural classes and events, Brotherhood, Sisterhood, youth groups, seniors program, Judaica shop, etc.

Temple Beth-El (Reform) 208 S. 15th St. Corsicana, TX 75110 Phone: 214-293-6515 frank@rabbifrankjoseph.org www.rabbifrankjoseph.org Frank Joseph, Rabbi www.tjpnews.com

Temple Beth-El is a community synagogue committed to fulfilling the spiritual and educational needs of the entire community from the liberal to the more traditional. Temple Beth-El holds monthly Shabbat services. Bar and bat mitzvah and conversion instruction can be arranged with the rabbi.

Congregation Beth Emeth (Reform) 306 N. Rusk Sherman, TX 75090 Phone: 903-892-9326 s.a.faber3@gmail.com Ana Bonnheim, Rabbi Andy Faber, President Reform Congregation serving Grayson, Fannin, Cooke and Lamar Counties in Texas and Bryan County in Oklahoma.

Congregation Beth Israel (Reform) 6100 Pleasant Run Road Colleyville, TX 76034 Phone: 817-581-5500 Fax: 817-581-5550 administration@congregationbethisrael.org www.congregationbethisrael.org Charlie Cytron-Walker, Rabbi Julie Ondrusek, President Find your spiritual home with us! Congregation Beth Israel has grown to over 180 families since our founding in 1998. We are a Reform congregation offering a warm, welcoming place to come together as a community. We respect the diversity of our members who come from all ages and backgrounds and we encourage active participation from our congregants. Join us for a service or contact us to learn more about how you can take part in our congregational family.

Congregation Beth Shalom (Reform) 1212 Thannisch Drive Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 817-860-5448 Fax: 817-276-9073 info@bethshalom.org www.bethshalom.org Cantor Sheri Allen Sharon Wenokur, President Thressa Lobel, Administrative Assistant Congregation Beth Shalom is affiliated with the Union of Reform Judaism. Our services tend to reflect a mix between the Reform and Conservative movements, matching the diverse backgrounds of our members.

Congregation Beth Torah (Conservative) 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 info@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org Rafi Cohen, Rabbi www.tjpnews.com

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rabbicohen@congregationbethtorah.org Congregation Beth Torah is an active, participatory Conservative synagogue serving the Jewish community of Richardson, Plano, North Dallas, as well as Allen, Frisco, McKinney and other areas throughout the Metroplex. Our synagogue community embraces people of diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are united in their commitment to the study of Torah, the pursuit of mitzvoth and deeds of loving kindness, spirited prayer, support for the State of Israel and Jews throughout the world. Congregation Beth Torah supports an array of activities for all ages, and we are known for our devotion to hachnasat orchim, welcoming everyone within our community.

Chabad Lubavitch of Fort Worth & Tarrant County (Orthodox) 5659 Woodway Drive Fort Worth, TX 76133 Phone: 817-263-7701 rabbi@chabadfortworth.com www.chabadfortworth.com Dov Mandel, Rabbi Kabbalat Shabbat, Friday nights at 7 p.m.; Shacharit, Shabbat mornings at 10 a.m. We are the local branch of the worldwide Chabad movement. Through unconditional love and acceptance of every single Jew, we hope to educate and inspire greater commitment to the timeless traditions of Judaism.

Chabad of Arlington (Orthodox) 2136 Lindblad Ct. Arlington, TX 76013 Phone: 817-451-1171 info@arlingtonchabad.org www.arlingtonchabad.org Levi Gurevitchl, Rabbi Chabad of Arlington was established in August 2008 with the goal of raising Jewish awareness in and around Arlington by creating a vibrant Jewish center where all Jews regardless of their background can feel welcome.

Chabad of Dallas – The Shul (Orthodox) 6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-818-0770 Fax: 972-248-9526 Mendel Dubrawsky, Rabbi rabbid@chabadofdallas.com www.chabadofdallas.com Moshe Naparstek, Rabbi moshenaparstek@gmail.com

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Chabad of Dallas is the pioneer Jewish outreach organization. Part of the worldwide ChabadLubavitch organization,with 2,400+ centers in 60+ countries, our mission is to reach out to Jewish people and help them realize a living Jewish experience through education, spiritual and social services. We champion Jewish continuity!

Chabad of Plano (Orthodox) 3904 W. Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Menachem Block, Rabbi Chabad of Plano/Collin County has been “A Home for Jewish Life and Learning” for 20 years and is a branch of the worldwide Chabad movement. In keeping with the outreach philosophy of Chabad, our services, programs and classes are open to Jews from all walks of life. At the Lang Chabad Center in Plano, we offer complete synagogue services, bar and bat mitzvah training, junior congregation, adult education, youth programming, Hebrew school, community holiday celebrations and popular Camp Gan Israel summer and winter day camp. All of our services and programs take place in a warm and welcoming environment with individualized attention from the rabbis. Families and singles from every walk of Jewish life are welcome to join our 165-family growing synagogue.

Temple Emanu-El (Reform) 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 Fax: 214-706-0025 information@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org David E. Stern, Senior Rabbi Debra J. Robbins, Rabbi Asher G. Knight, Rabbi Kimberly Herzog Cohen, Rabbi Adam M. Allenberg, Rabbi, Director of Congregational Learning Cantor Richard Cohn Temple Emanu-El is a warm and vibrant Reform Jewish community devoted to worship, community, learning and social justice. Our temple has outstanding rabbis, a wonderful cantor and many doors for our members. In one part of the building our youngest children sing and laugh, as a group of adults join together for lunch and a program in the room next door. Behind another

door a small group plans a food drive, and down the hall a family gathers for strength before a funeral. Open the doors to Olan Sanctuary and join our warm, engaging Shabbat worship service at 6:15 p.m. A monthly 8:15 p.m. service features classical Reform worship and the majestic music of our beloved Temple Emanu-El Choir, and a joyous morning service is held in the Lefkowitz Chapel each Saturday at 10:30 a.m. We also have a wonderful Tot Shabbat program that meets on either a Friday evening or Saturday morning, once a month, as well as a family Shabbat service and dinner monthly.

Irving Havurah 1832 Cooper Drive Irving, TX 75061 Phone: 214-293-6515 frank@rabbifrankjoseph.org www.rabbifrankjoseph.org Frank Joseph, Rabbi Irving Havurah is a community synagogue committed to fulfilling the spiritual and educational needs of the entire community from the liberal to the more traditional. Irving Havurah provides Shabbat, Festival, and High Holy Day services, Torah studies, b’nai mitzvah, conversion, and adult education classes.

Congregation Kol Ami (Reform) 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028-1145 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org Geoffrey Dennis, Rabbi Christen O’Brien, Office Administrator CKA, the Jewish heart of Denton County, is a Reform shul: We celebrate tradition, encourage spiritual exploration and welcome diversity. It is a place for all Jews and all those who support Judaism. CKA has a pre-K to grade 10 religious school, an award-winning adult education program, chavurot, holiday and social events.

Magen David Congregation (Sephardic-Orthodox) Far North Dallas location: 17631 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 North Dallas location: 7314 Campbell Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-386-7166 Cell: 469-867-7584 dimoyal@sbcglobal.net www.magendaviddallas.org www.tjpnews.com

David Moyal, Rabbi Magen David Congregation is a vibrant Sephardic congregation located in the heart of North Dallas. Our full-time spiritual leader and certified Dayan, Rabbi David Moyal, leads our beautiful Friday night melodies and our spiritually filled Shabbat services. Daily morning services are also offered. Call for class information.

Congregation Ner Tamid (Reform) P.O. Box 112772 Carrollton, TX 75011-2772 Phone: 972-416-9738 info@congregationnertamid.org www.congregationnertamid.org Cantor Patti Turner, Para Rabbi Mardi Moon, Religious School Director Randy Friedberg, President randy@congregationnertamid.org Congregation Ner Tamid is dedicated to preserving and strengthening Jewish values through communal worship, education and community service. We offer an atmosphere of warm involvement and welcome all families and individuals interested in participating in the community of the congregation. We interpret and practice Judaism according to Reform principles and embrace the Reform movement’s commitment to diversity, outreach, inclusiveness and social justice.

Congregation Nishmat Am (Conservative) 2113 W. Spring Creek Pkwy. Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-618-2200 Fax: 972-618-2216 info@nishmatam.org www.nishmatam.org Yitzchak Cohen, Rabbi Jacob Cohen, Cantor Josef Garcia, President Stanley Siegel, Executive Director Yifat Shemmer, Education and Youth Director Judith Ulm, Office Administrator Congregation Nishmat Am (Hebrew for “Soul of the People”) is a vibrant synagogue and outreach center combining tradition and innovation. It is a gathering place for the community to pray, sing, work and learn together. Services are held every Shabbat and on holidays. Our Religious School provides children with excellent training and education in Hebrew, Jewish culture and traditions. Our adult education programs instruct and inspire. Weekly courses such as “Lunch ‘n’ Learn,” “Gateway to Judaism” and Torah Reflections” are supplemented by Winter/ www.tjpnews.com

Spring Adult Education and Cultural Arts Series. The active Sisterhood, Men’s Club and Young Adult groups are outlets for socializing and participation in community and synagogue projects. Come join us. We are a great family for your family.

Congregation Ohev Shalom (Orthodox) 6821 McCallum Blvd. Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-380-1292 rabbirodin@ohevshalom.net www.ohev.com Aryeh Rodin, Rabbi Ohev Shalom was founded with the purpose of exposing — not imposing — the timeless truths of our beautiful heritage to our fellow Jews. We endeavor to create a warm and non-threatening environment based on Torah tradition; a place where Jews of all backgrounds feel at home. We encourage personal growth which ultimately leads to true happiness and fulfillment. We have a daily minyan in the morning and late afternoon in addition to our regular Shabbos and holiday services. We offer a vibrant, multileveled adult education complement of classes and exciting activities for our youth. We have built a “Bais Mussar,” a room primarily used for group/ individual study of Jewish ethics, which contains books on self-growth and character development. People are encouraged to visit, peruse the library and spend time in undisturbed introspection. In our latest expansion, we have added a beautiful social hall and a meat kitchen dedicated in memory of Louis and Lane Kent Glazer. We have an eruv that has been functional for close to nine years. Over two years ago, we dedicated our Zahara Backer Keilim Mikva to immerse food utensils. For more information about our services, classes, social events and programs, please contact Rabbi Rodin or our president, Ivan Sacks, at 972-380-1292 or visit our website at www.ohev.com.

Congregation Ohr HaTorah (Orthodox) 6324 Churchill Way Dallas TX 75230 Phone: 972-404-8980 Fax: 972-404-8989 rabbi@ohtd.org www.ohrhatorahdallas.org Aryeh Feigenbaum, Rabbi Congregation Ohr HaTorah is a friendly Orthodox synagogue offering daily services and a full range of social and youth programming. Membership includes several hundred families of a variety of backgrounds and levels of ob-

servance. Ohr HaTorah has a popular “Learner’s Service” which meets each Shabbat morning at 10 a.m. with a delicious hot Kiddush. Regular classes are held on topics such as Talmud, Kuzari, Mission Control through Kabbalah. Exciting youth programs (ages 0–grade 5) are available as well as junior congregation. These programs are generally free of charge. For more information please call 972-404-8980, e-mail office@ ohtd.org or visit www.ohtd.org.

Sephardic Torah Center of Dallas (Orthodox) 6715 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 917-678-0385 972-677-7710 rabbi@sephardictorahcenter.org www.sephardictorahcenter.org Zecharia Sionit, Rabbi, Founder, Spiritual Leader Synagogue and learning center, offering prayer services, Torah classes, and many other programs to the entire DFW Jewish community. Warm and friendly environment, poised to reach people with diverse religious and cultural backgrounds. Prayers are conducted in accordance with our rich Sephardic traditions of music and ritual.

Congregation Shaare Tefilla (Orthodox) 6131 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-661-0127 Fax: 972-661-0150 shaaretefilla@gmail.com www.shaaretefilla.org Ari Perl, Senior Rabbi Robert Liener, President Michael Friedman, Assistant Rabbi Aaron Kaplan, Administrator & Youth/Teen Rabbi Shaare Tefilla places great emphasis on the development of our youth. We offer a full range of Shabbat morning youth programming: childcare for infants (3-36 months), groups for toddlers through 4th grade, Mini-Minyan (grades 5–6) and Teen Minyan (grades 7–12). Shabbat afternoon programs for students in grades 3–6 meet regularly. Family Minyan, a shared family experience for 3rd-8th graders and their parents is held approximately once a month. Shaare Tefilla is a vibrant congregation that challenges our membership to engage the modern world and society around us through the prism of Torah and tradition. In addition to services, we offer a full range of adult education, youth programming and special events. Shaare Tefilla

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welcomes Jews of varying backgrounds and observance levels and takes pride in making sure that all who walk through our doors feel a sense of belonging. Guests are always welcome; our hospitality rotation ensures that there is always a spot for them at a Shabbat table.

Temple Shalom (Reform) 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1810 Fax: 972-661-2636 info@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Andrew Paley, Rabbi Kenneth D. Roseman, Rabbi Emeritus Don Alan Croll, Cantor Aric L. Stock, President Steve Lewis, Executive Director The mission of Temple Shalom is to inspire in our congregation an enduring relationship with God, Torah and the Jewish people through worship, study, gathering and community service. Temple Shalom functions in an egalitarian atmosphere. Visitors are cordially welcomed.

Fax: 972-248-0695 csi@shearith.org www.shearith.org Our north satellite, Beit Aryeh, is located at the Ann and Nate Levine Academy, a Solomon Schechter School, and serves the communities of Far North Dallas, Plano, Frisco, Carrollton and Addison. The Ann and Nate Levine Academy was founded by Shearith Israel and is located at 18011 Hillcrest Road at the southwest intersection of Hillcrest and Frankford.

Shir Tikvah (Reform) Services held at 7700 Main St. Frisco, TX 75034-4572 Phone: 972-370-9393 shirtikvahfrisco@gmail.com www.shirtikvahfrisco.org Steve Fisch, Rabbi Craig Lewin, President Shir Tikvah provides a Reform Jewish experience for families in North Central Texas focused on Jewish Family Life, Jewish Education, Jewish Enrichment and giving back to our local communities.

Congregation Shearith Israel

Tiferet Israel Congregation

(Conservative) 9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-361-6606 Fax: 214-361-7524 csi@shearith.org www.shearith.org William G. Gershon, Feldman Family Senior Rabbinic Chair David J. Singer, Rabbi Dina Eliezer, Director, Weitzman Family Religious School Jordan Ofseyer, Rabbi Emeritus Itzhak Zhrebker, Cantor Kim West, Chief Operating Officer Congregation Shearith Israel strives to be the center of its members’ lives by engaging them in a wide variety of innovative programs, lifelong learning and ritual opportunities. From Mitzvah Day and the popular Purim Extravaganza to the all-night Tikkun Leil Shavuot, its members find themselves on a path of spiritual growth and commitment to the principles of Conservative Judaism.

(Traditional) 10909 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611 Fax: 214-361-0011 www.tiferetdallas.org Shawn Zell, Rabbi William Roth, President Tiferet Israel Congregation, celebrating over 120 years in the Dallas Jewish community, is a unique synagogue enriched by history, culture, tradition and most importantly, our congregants. Tiferet Israel offers the Dallas Jewish community an experience rooted in and guided by Jewish tradition, Torah and mitzvot. We believe enriching one’s Judaism as well as embracing fellow Jews are two essential foundations of our religion. We welcome all who are looking for a meaningful Jewish experience, independent of one’s background. Anyone wishing to worship, learn, and grow in one’s Judaism will find Tiferet to be a special place. Our goals are to provide knowledge of our rich heritage, create a strong sense of community, and instill a desire to help make the world we live in a better place. Our building is a beautiful place for simchas. Our facilities include a 400-seat sanctuary which provides unique seating allowing men and women to sit separately or together. In addition, we offer a 100-seat chapel, a dairy and a meat kitchen, bridal room, banquet hall with a stage and addi-

Congregation Shearith Israel – North Satellite (Ann & Nate Levine Academy) (Conservative) 18011 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-3032

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tional reception area to accommodate lifecycle events.

Congregation Toras Chaim (Orthodox) 7119 Bremerton Court Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-835-6016 Fax: 214-853-9461 yrich@toraschaimdallas.org www.toraschaimdallas.org Yaakov Rich, Rabbi Congregation Toras Chaim is an Orthodox shul (synagogue) in Dallas, where Torah observance and study are vibrant, relevant, and meaningful — today. Toras Chaim means a Torah of life and a living Torah, a Torah which permeates every part of our existence, and is consistent with all that we do.

Young Israel of Dallas (Orthodox) 6504 Dykes Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-774-9223 Ronen Shimon, Rabbi Ronny Fathy, President

KOSHER FOOD AND CATERING *Orange indicates Dallas Kosher Supervision Congregation Ahavath Sholom 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Michael Linn, Executive Director Because Ahavath Sholom offers the only kosher catering service in Fort Worth and has a newly renovated banquet hall and meeting rooms with state-of-the-art computer and AV equipment, it has become the location of choice for parties, events, conferences and meetings of all types and sizes. Please call for menu options and to schedule facility usage.

Aderet Restaurant 13410 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-726-9800 Aderet is a meat restaurant serving International Cuisine. Enjoy delicious Mediterranean food, www.tjpnews.com

such as: schnitzel, kabobs, chicken breast, lamb chops, steak, couscous and more. Homemade parve desserts are made daily. Try the freshly made Israeli and Moroccan Salads that are served with fresh hot pita bread. Aderet offers: hamburgers, chicken wings, onion rings, pasta and stir-fry, just to mention a few items. Stop by for lunch or dinner or takeout for your family and friends. Ronan and Liron Telman are superb caterers so call 972-726-9800 to cater your event or Shabbat meals with challah every Friday. Full time DK Mashgichim in the restaurant.

Albertsons 7007 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-387-8996 Fax: 972-387-3739 Albertsons offers pre-packaged certified kosher dry goods, groceries and challah and other baked goods by Mrs. C and fresh and frozen prepackaged glatt kosher mean and chicken are endorsed by Dallas Kosher at this location only. Kosher wine is available.

Basket Bliss 7259 Blythdale Drive Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 469-737-5375 bbdk08@yahoo.com Leeat Meyerovitz, Owner Our kosher gift baskets are more gift than basket. We carry gourmet foods for Shabbat and holidays as well as beautiful baskets for ANY special occasion. All orders are custom and DK kosher. Don’t forget we create amazing party favors for birthdays of all ages, weddings and bar/bat mitzvahs. Treat others as you wish to be treated with Basket Bliss.

Benny’s Bagels 6911 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-962-3451 Dairy restaurant and coffee shop with a variety of flavored bagels (all bagels are parve except chocolate chip). Breakfast served daily from 7 a.m. including egg and cheese sandwich on bagel or croissant. Muffins and all other baked goods are dairy. Choose from several menu items for lunch, snack or an early dinner, such as: egg salad, tuna salad, lox, a variety of cream cheeses and pizza bagel. Get bagels to go for you next meeting or brunch! Owners are Ifat and Isaac Banai.

Café Fino Restaurant and Catering 7522 Campbell Road, Suite 108 www.tjpnews.com

Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-931-9500 Fax: 972-931-9504 eat@cafefinodallas.com www.cafefinodallas.com Joey Ohayon, Owner/Operator Café Fino is a DK kosher dairy restaurant (all hard and feta cheeses are Cholov Yisroel). They offer an array of Italian and Mediterranean foods, such as pizza, pasta, fish, falafel, wraps, salads, soups, oven toasted hoagies, hummus and more. Fino Kosher Catering — “creating a menu that’s right for you” — is also available for all your simchas, meetings, corporate lunches, birthday parties and more. Restaurant hours are: Sun. noon–9 p.m.; Mon.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.–3 p.m.; Sat. night (Nov. 1–March 31) 8 p.m.–12 a.m.; and Sat. night (April 1–Oct. 31) 10 p.m.–12:30 a.m.

Central Market 10720 Preston Rd. Dallas, TX 75230 972-860-6500 http://www.centralmarket.com/Stores/DallasPreston-Royal.aspx Impressive selection of traditional and popular Kosher brands, including meat poultry and dry groceries. Fresh Kosher-style recipes developed with local Dallas chef Tina Wasserman. Open seven days a week from 8 a.m.-10 p.m.

Constantin’s Breads 15404 Midway Road Addison, TX 75001 Phone: 972-458-2500 Constantin Ispas, Owner Mark Molter, Operator Wholesale and institutional sale of a variety of DK parve breads from scratch. Made fresh daily from wholesome and natural ingredients. Call us to order breads or challah for your school, shul or organizational meeting. We deliver in the Dallas area.

DK Community Kitchens Kosher catering available upon request. Call Jeri Finkelstein at 214-739-6535 for more information. The following Catering Companies currently cater from the DK Community Kitchen:

A Taste of the World Catering Phone: 214-493-8010, 972-712-9387, 972-392-9260 www.atasteoftheworld.com Ceci Katz Phone: 972-712-9387 Ruthy Henkin

At Your Service Catering Phone: 972-272-7770 john@ays.com www.ayscatering.com John Johnston

Spice of Life Catering Phone: 972-417-1755 jeffrey@thespiceoflifecatering.com Jeffrey or Sue Kollinger Kosher catering available upon request.

Wolfgang Puck Catering Phone: 214-571-5702 Dani.peplaski@wolfgangpuck.com www.wolfgangpuck.com Dani Peplaski, General Manager Wolfgang Puck has the exclusive catering option on six popular venues in Dallas that can be used for kosher banquet service. Call Dani for more details.

The Fairmont Dallas 1717 North Akard St. Dallas, TX 75201 Phone: 214-720-5263 Fax: 214-720-5282 ann.renneker@fairmont.com www.fairmont.com/dallas Virtual Tour: www.fairmontdallas.com Ann Renneker, Director of Catering & Conference Services The Fairmont Hotel is pleased to offer DK kosher meat food service in any of our beautifully appointed ballrooms. With many years of kosher banquet service experience, our Senior Catering Manager Catherine Parnell and Executive Chef Andre Natera will ensure your event will be a cherished memory. Kosher supervision by DK (meat only).

Frosted Art 1546 Edison St. Dallas, TX 75207 Phone: 214-760-8707 Fax: 214-760-9196 gm@frostedart.com www.frostedart.com Bronwen Weber, General Manager and Executive Chef Frosted Art has been the top name in Dallas wedding cakes since its inception. Exquisitely crafted cakes which taste as good as they look are hallmarks of Frosted Art creations. We have created confectionary magic for Dallas society for over 30 years. All cakes are DK kosher dairy except when a special request is made for the production of DK parve cakes.

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Gooey’s Treats

The Legacy at Willow Bend

11700 Preston Road, Suite 670 Dallas, TX 75230 Preston Forest Shopping Center Phone: 214-691-9319 Fax: 214-691-9322 All natural frozen treats; fat free — 9 calories per ounce; cholesterol free; low lactose; low carb. All yogurt, toppings and cakes are DK kosher dairy.

6101 Ohio Drive Plano, Texas 75024 Phone: 972-468-6200 info@thelegacywb.org www.thelegacywb.org Mark Brown, Director of Food Services Phone: 972-468-6231 The Legacy is a kosher venue and may cook and serve at the venue under DK supervision. The Chef at the Legacy, along with DK staff, will plan your menu for your meeting or event. For details and making arrangements, call or email info@thelegacysb.org.

Jewish Community Center 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-739-2737 www.jccdallas.org The JCC meat kitchen (Zale catering kitchen) offers senior lunches on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and Meals on Wheels for JFS under DK supervision. For senior lunch information or reservations, please call 214239-7149 and for Meals on Wheels contact JFS at 972-437-9950. James Birdine Catering cooked at the JCC Zale kitchen is under DK supervision and James or Wesley Birdine can be reached at the JCC meat kitchen or by calling 214-2397135. The outdoor pool snack dairy bar and JCC camps offer kosher lunches and snacks by Café Fino Catering under DK supervision.

Kosher B Meat Market 901 East Plano Pkwy at Avenue C Phone: 972-432-9000 kosherbbkosher@yahoo.com We invite you to shop at the newest kosher meat market in the metroplex, Kosher-B. Quality beef, lamb, chicken, and deli meats cut to order by the butcher are sold by the pound at great prices with Manager Specials every week. Kosher-B also has fully cooked and freshly smoked brisket and chicken for sale. Kosher wine, breads, Challah, pita and groceries are sold at the Market also. Call ahead or e-mail to make your order for your convenience! Delivery is available so call DK Mashgiach and Manager, Elishema Medina.

Kosher Culinaire by Culinary Art Catering 14370 Marsh Lane, Suite B Addison, TX 75001 Phone: 972-406-9932, 972-744-0660 Fax: 972-406-9940 kosher@culinaryartcatering.com www.culinaryartcatering.com Vivian Morgan Full-service catering and event design company offering kosher lemahidrine food service under the supervision of Yossi Ohayon and Vivian Morgan.

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Madras Pavilion 101 S. Coit Road, Suite 359 Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-671-3672 Fax: 972-671-3770 Rajan Radhakrishnan, Owner Madras Pavilion features the healthy and tasty South Indian vegetarian cuisine. Only fresh natural ingredients are used in creating these spicy distinctive flavors that are healthy and satisfying. DK certified for dairy and parve meals. Catering available for meetings and groups to go or in the private dining room.

Milk & Honey Jerusalem Grill & Market 420 N. Coit Road #2023 Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-404-0704 Fax: 972-404-0551 milkhoneykosher@yahoo.com Gadi Cohen, Owner Shop for Israeli products and much more in our one and only location in the Dallas area. The dry goods, pickles, olives, dairy products, cheeses, candy, cookies, coffee, tea and large selection of frozen foods are endorsed by the DK. Israeli and Jewish newspapers and magazines from around the globe are available for sale every Friday. Come in and enjoy one of many menu items such as falafel, schnitzel, kabob, shwarma, hamburgers and more! We offer both parve and meat dishes. Our delicious handmade pita is prepared every day. Available on Fridays are our freshly made challahs as well as a variety of baked pastries and borekas. Also available on Fridays is our delicious rotisserie chicken and roasted potatoes, all made on-site and under DK supervision. Meat, falafel, boreka and pastry platters can be special-ordered for all occasions. Gadi Cohen, owner, is ready to help you.

Mrs. C’s Foods

Phone: 972-233-7777 Fax: 972-233-7918 sandra-cohen@sbcglobal.net Sandra Cohen, Owner Mrs. C’s Foods is a purveyor of fine kosher bakery products including egg challahs, rolls, all types of parve cakes, cookies, rugalach, babkas, hamantaschen and Passover baked goods. All baked products are trans-fat free, lactose free and Pas Yisroel and they are available at Albertsons (Hillcrest and Arapaho locations only) or by calling Mrs. C directly. Pareve vegetarian chopped liver is available in the kosher frozen food section at his Albertsons. In the Specs Wine and Liquor Store (Hwy 75 & Walnut Hill) this pareve faux liver product is called Onion Walnut spread.

Natalie’s Kitchen & Market 7114 Campbell Road, Suite 102 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-380-1010 Fax: 972-392-4435 www.natalies-kitchen.com Kosher Israeli DK kosher meat restaurant — falafel, hummus, shwarma, hamburgers and more. Special entrees added each day so come to test and enjoy. Natalie’s Bakery offers parve challahs, pita, rolls, cookies, cakes and more. Grocery store carries many Israeli products. Catering is available from one meal to hundreds of guests. Open Sunday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. until mid-afternoon. Catering available under DK supervision.

Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel 900 East Lookout Drive Richardson, Texas 75082 Phone: 972-367-6419 simeon.ebedes@jqh.com www.renaissancehotels.com Simeon Ebedes, Director of Sales The Renaissance Hotel is a kosher venue. When using a DK approved Caterer like Simcha Kosher Catering, the hotel will provide kosher banquet service. The Director of Sales Simeon Ebedes, along with the chef and DK staff, will plan your menu for your meeting or event. Call to take a tour of the banquet rooms!

Say It Sweetly 5915 McShann Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-788-4695 sayitsweetly@sbcglobal.net www.simchamail.com Sarah Broderick, Owner Kosher candy and gourmet chocolate parve and dairy, holiday baskets, hostess gifts, baby gifts, www.tjpnews.com

and custom centerpieces. Supervised by DK.

Sigel’s 15003 Inwood Road Addison, TX 75001 Phone: 972-387-9873 Fax: 972-726-9490 store05wine@sigels.com www.sigels.com Tim Farina, Wine Director Dallas’ premier wine store stocks Dallas’ largest selection of kosher wines. Our Addison store has over 200 selections available from Israel, California, New York, France, Australia, Italy and Spain. Kosher spirits available as well. Additional convenient locations throughout the Metroplex.

Simcha Kosher Catering and Event Design 3230 Towerwood Drive Dallas, TX 75234 Phone: 972-620-7293 Fax: 972-620-7295 lowell@lowellarthur.com www.lowellarthur.com Lowell Michelson, Founder and Owner Simcha Kosher Catering and Event Design is a full-service catering and event planning company making meals for two to 2,000 guests. DK supervises a meat kitchen and a separate dairy kitchen at all times. We specialize in bar mitzvahs, weddings, nonprofit fundraisers and corporate events, theme parties and signature events. We offer specialty wedding cakes and customdesigned theme cakes. We have partnered with over 20 top-rated hotels and museums who allow us to cater parties in their facilities. Call us for a free consultation and proposal. Kosher for Passover take-out catering and Shabbat takeout available as well. Full-time supervision is always on site in the facility during production. Simcha now offers the K-Wheelz mobile food truck for private hire or special events. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or our website.

Simply Add Water Phone: 469-248-5046 www.simplyaddwater.com You can now make mouth-watering world-class breads in your own home, by simply adding water to any one of our premium bread mixes. Whether you’re a master baker or a beginner, making our product is simple and convenient. Absolutely nothing to measure or add, because it’s all in the bag. And if it’s taste you are looking for, you will find it every time you make one of our products. Don’t take our word for it, try it yourself. Choose from a variety of outstanding bread www.tjpnews.com

mixes which include: Premium Challah, Sugar Free Challah, Whole Wheat Challah, Heavenly Pumpernickel, Authentic Rye, Wholesome MultiGrain, Cinnamon Raisin, English Muffin, 100% Honey Whole Wheat and Classic SourDough. Our bread mixes can be purchased locally here in Dallas at Cafe Fino, 7522 Campbell Road, Dallas, TX 74248, or online atwww.simplyaddwater.com, or by calling us at 469-248-5046.

Tasti D-Lite Frozen Treats 8611 Hillcrest Road at Northwest Hwy. Phone: 214-750-481 Patricia, Owner Since 1987, Tasti D-Lite has been offering its creamy, delicious, healthier frozen treats to an ever-growing base of happy, health conscious consumers. Facts about Tasti D-Lite frozen treats: made with natural ingredients like real dairy and sugar; contains no artificial sweeteners; all flavors made from certified kosher ingredients; most flavors are gluten free; antioxidant-packed super fruit smoothies plus shakes and blended coffee & tea drinks; delicious sundaes made with fat-free hot fudge, caramel or strawberry topping; indulgent-tasting, lower-calorie cakes & pies; fruit ‘n granola parfaits made with all natural granola, real fruit and your choice of Tasti; take-home delights including pints, quarts & Tasti rounds.

Tom Thumb 11920 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-392-2501 Rubin Bengio, DK Mashgiach Rabbi Mordechai Benporat, DK Mashgiach Fresh glatt kosher meat and fish department, a full-service kosher deli department and a kosher bakery are under DK supervision. All bread, rolls and challah in the bakery are parve as well as prepared Pas Yisroel; and all cakes, pastries and other baked items produced are either parve or dairy as marked. Fresh-made kosher sushi daily; fried chicken and rotisserie chicken, glatt kosher meats, fresh fish and poultry, and a selection of parve salads. Deli sandwiches, trays of different varieties and other deli products are provided in sealed containers indicating DK supervision. An assortment of deli, fruit and shiva trays are available among others. Fresh fish ground for holiday orders. They offer a large selection of kosher prepackaged and sealed self-serve items, kosher dry groceries, kosher wines, refrigerated and frozen items which are endorsed by DK. The kosher deli is closed on Shabbat and certain Jewish holidays. Kosher for Passover take-out catering and Shabbat take-out available as well. Hours of

operation for kosher deli and meat market are Sunday–Thursday, 6 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.–3 p.m. winter, or until 5 p.m. summer. Store is open daily, 6 a.m. to midnight.

Tom Thumb 3000 S. Hulen Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-570-2950 Offers a wide selection of kosher items, including a section of dry goods, frozen products and fresh dairy.

Tom Thumb 1380 W. Campbell Road Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-680-6010 Fax: 972-680-6020 Gideon Posner and Chaim Riche, DK Mashgichim Fresh glatt kosher meat and fish department, a full-service kosher deli department and a kosher bakery are under DK supervision. All bread, rolls and challah in the bakery are pareve as well as prepared Pas Yisroel; and all cakes, pastries and other baked items produced are either pareve or dairy as marked. Fresh-made kosher sushi daily; fried chicken and rotisserie chicken, glatt kosher meats, fresh fish and poultry, and a selection of pareve salads. Deli sandwiches, trays of different varieties and other deli products are provided in sealed containers indicating DK supervision. An assortment of deli, fruit and shiva trays are available among others. Fresh fish ground for holiday orders. They offer a large selection of kosher pre-packaged and sealed self-serve items, kosher dry groceries, refrigerated and frozen items which are endorsed by DK. The kosher deli is closed on Shabbat and certain Jewish holidays. Kosher for Passover take-out catering and Shabbat take-out available as well. Hours of operation for kosher deli and meat market are Sunday–Thursday, 6 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.–3 p.m. winter, or until 5 p.m. summer. Store is open daily, 6 a.m. to midnight.

Wal-Mart Supercenter Store 15220 Montfort Drive Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-233-0438 Kosher meat, poultry and dry groceries available.

Westin Galleria Dallas 13340 Dallas Pkwy. Dallas, TX 75240-1933 Phone: 972-934-9494 Fax: 972-450-2979 courtnay.evans@westin.com

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www.westin.com/galleriadallas Courtnay Evans, Catering Director Westin Galleria Dallas opens a refreshing world of unique luxury to its guests, providing attentive service, magnificent accommodations and unparalleled access to the Galleria Shopping Complex. Completely renovated, we offer 448 transformed guest rooms and over 40,000 square feet of renewed function space, including the new addition of a 5,800 sq. ft. ballroom overlooking the pool. Patricia Massar plans and works with Chef Smith to see that your every expectation is met. Kosher supervision by DK (meat only).

Zinga Frozen Yogurt 18208 Preston Road Ste. D10 972-596-1481 Zinga is located at the intersection of Preston and Frankford next to the Tom Thumb. Zinga offers a variety of flavors and toppings of delicious yogurt and sorbet. The yogurt is dairy but the sorbet is non-dairy made on dairy equipment and labeled DE. (Alert to Kosher consumers: There is no waiting period after eating meat when eating a DE product. The DE product must not be eaten on the same plate as meat but can be consumed immediately following the meat meal.)

MODEST CLOTHING Frumalicious 7102 Winding Creek Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 214-446-8800 mindy@frumalicious.com Mindy Rubinstein, Owner Frumalicious is dedicated to providing fun, modest clothing for young women and teens. We have a variety of styles, both dressy and casual, to meet the interest of all ages, with a focus on teens. New shipments arrive each week. Shop by appointment. (North) Mindy Rubinstein 214-446-8800 (South) Devorah Lomner 469-222-7409

Kiddy So Pretty Phone: 469-230-8779 info@kiddysopretty.com www.facebook.com/kiddysopretty Devorah Kraines Modest trendy clothing for kids, teens, women. Skirts, tops, shells, outfits, dresses, jumpers, camp clothing and more. Boys’ Shabbos pants and shirts. All sizes and styles at great prices!

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Arts  3 Stars Jewish Cinema 3starscinema@gmail.com www.3starscinema.com Bart Weiss and Susan K. Wilkofsky, Artistic Directors Linda Kutler Hodan, Executive Director 3 Stars Jewish Cinema is the only monthly forum for contemporary and classic Jewish film in North Texas. Always topical, sometimes controversial, the movies presented by 3 Stars Jewish Cinema examine the conflicts and challenges faced by Jews, today or in the past, in the United States or in other countries, alone or within the larger non-Jewish community. The movies selected for screening are intended to promote post-film dialogue. When the lights come up, 3 Stars’ moderators and/or guests conduct “open mike” exchanges with audience members. It is our hope that discussion will follow in the coffee shops and homes of our audience as well. Through these films, 3 Stars Jewish Cinema hopes to offer a deeper and more comprehensive insight into what it means to be a Jew as we continue into the new century.

Torah Time Theater 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 mwurzman@rsjtechnical.com www.congregationbethtorah.org/religious/ torah_time.htm Mike Wurzman Torah Time Theater has been a tradition at Beth Torah for over a decade. The Torah Time marionettes tell a Jewish story geared toward children. Music, stories and fellowship with other families make up this delightful and unique program. These stories are adapted from traditional and modern Jewish sources and are acted out by the marionettes. The evening concludes with a small Oneg Shabbat. Please check our website for dates and times of performances.

Judaica Shops Beth-El Judaica Shop 4900 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141 Fax: 817-332-7157 bethelofc@bethelfw.org www.bethelfw.org Edythe Cohen, Judaica Shop Manager

A shop run by Beth-El Women of Reform Judaism and offering a variety of holiday supplies and Judaica gifts, from cards and candy to jewelry and home décor. Sales proceeds largely benefit the Beth-El Religious School. Call for hours.

Bloomenstiel’s Israel Judaica 13394 Preston Rd. Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-661 - 9126 sales@Bloomenstiels.com www.Bloomenstiels.com Rabbi Avraham Chaim Bloomenstiel, Sofer Mumcheh u-Mushmach & Staff Rabbi Bloomestiel’s is a full-service shop for Judaica and resource for Torah learning. Dubbed as a “mitzvah store,” all products sold at Bloomenstiel’s are 100% kosher according to the highest ritual standards. Every item undergoes a thorough process of rabbinic approval.

CKA Simcha Source (Congregation Kol Ami Gift Shop) 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org Gift shop hours are 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Sundays (when school is in session).

Galerie 18 Adat Chaverim 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-491-3019 office@adatchaverim.org Natala Assa, Manager Located in the foyer of Adat Chaverim, we carry ritual items, Israeli art work, jewelry, greeting cards, books, CDs, tallitot, b’nai mitzvah registry, free gift wrapping. Hours are: Sunday and Tuesday 9 a.m.–noon; Wednesday 5–8 p.m. Call Natala at 214-728-5480 for other times. Summer hours are by appointment.

The Gallery Gift Shop of Congregation Shearith Israel 9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-939-7343 Fax: 214-361-7524 thegallery@shearith.org www.shearith.org Call 214-361-6606 to check for times the Gallery is open. Summer Hours: M, W, F 10 a.m.-2 p.m. www.tjpnews.com

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A party just isn’t a party until the right entertainment is thrown into the mix. Whether it is a wedding reception, cocktail party, Bar/Bat MItzvah, festival or corporate function, WOW VIP Events will book quality Dallas/Fort Worth area vendors for your next event. We provide photographers, videographers, DJs, a/v rental, costumed characters, models, event coordinators, decor, carnival games, temporary tattoos, photo buttons, inflatable games and more ALL IN HOUSE!!!. We are the one-stop shop for your next event. For a detailed list of our services, check out our website!

EVENT PLANNERS Amazing Events Carol Abram Phone: (214) 477-4531, (972) 931-1955 Fax: (972) 931-2009 carol@amazingeventsdallas.com www.amazingeventsdallas.com

Amazing Events understands that any event is a defining moment. Our clients come first above all else. We assure that you are, “a guest at your own event.”We pride ourselves in extensive pre-planning, custom and creative designs, and a seamless, stress-free event. Our decade of business speaks for itself. L’events, LLC Planning + Design Laura Schindler 214-893-0708 laura@leventsdallas.com www.leventsdallas.com

Extraordinary Events. Perfectly Planned. Specializing In Creative Bar & Bat Mitzvah’s. A recent client said, “Our party was the most wonderful party that we ever attended. “It far exceeded our expectations while staying within our budget.”We manage every detail for you with enthusiasm and creativity.

Weddings and Events by Ruth Ruth Spirer Phone: (972) 386-4519 Fax : (972) 386-4619 ruth@weddingsnevents.com www.weddingsnevents.com

Your wedding is the most important day of your life and Ruth Spirer will make your wedding an occasion you and your family will always remember with a smile. Ruth offers high quality, professional and very personal service, bringing 15 years of event planning experience. Ruth specializes in Jewish and Multi-Cultural weddings and creates unique events.

HOTEL Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel Simeon Ebedes, Director of Sales & Marketing Phone: (972) 367-6419 simeon.ebedes@jqh.com www.renaissancehotels.com/dalrd

The Renaissance Richardson has partnered with Simcha Kosher Catering, to offer you a great luxury location for your events. We can comfortably host groups up to 800 guests. Our central location in Richardson has easy access to I-75. Mention this ad and receive a complimentary suit on the night of your event.

PHOTOGRAPHY Eleven Eleven Photography Sharon Delimaverde Phone: (972) 998-1763 sdelimaverde@verizon.net www.1111photo.com

I studied Photography at Parsons School of Design, my background is in photo-journalism. I taught art in NYC at Lexington School for the Deaf, I also taught in NJ and at the American school in Brazil. My moto is: Capturing the happiest moments of your life... Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Holly Kuper Photography Holly Kuper Phone: (214) 827-4494 photo@hollykuper.com www.hollykuper.com

An engaging, concerned, professional photographer, Holly Kuper’s energetic and passionate style recreates your Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration with her amazing one of a kind Art Book albums. Holly also documents your personal stories with her theme portraiture. For your business, Holly Kuper has an extensive portfolio of photojournalistic stories, studio and environmental portraits for brochures, annual reports, website portraits and corporate events.

VENUES Buca di Beppo Dallas - Park Lane Christy Logan Phone: (214) 361-8462 Fax: (214) 739-4734 clogan@bucinc.com www.bucadibeppo.com

Buca di Beppo gets to the heart of fresh Italian cooking with recipes like Chicken Carbonara featuring imported Italian spaghetti. At Buca, we serve family-style food in two portion sizes. Buca Small feeds two to three and Buca Large feeds an average size country. Well actually, it feeds four to six. Café Modern at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth Phone: (817) 840-2175 catering@themodern.org www.themodern.org/cafe

With its stunning location in the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and its serene, reflectingpond backdrop, Café Modern can host an impressive event or elegant reception. Our team will handle every detail and will make sure your special event is nothing less than a masterpiece.

Maggiano’s Little Italy Tasha Mullen Phone: (972) 781-0716 Fax: (972) 781-0837 willowbend.banquet@maggianos. com www.maggianos.com/banquets

Your event demands the right ingredients: the right environment, a touch of something special and, of course, spectacular food. At Maggiano’s Little Italy, that’s always understood. And whether it occurs once a month, once a year or once in a lifetime, Maggiano’s is the perfect place to host an event - no matter the size or occasion. Nuvo Room Vivian Morgan Phone: (469) 453-4563 vmorgan@culinaryartcatering.com www.nuvoroom.com

Sleek, modern, “blank canvas” venue located minutes from the Dallas Tollway and Galleria Mall. Perfect site for Shabbat Dinners, Bar Mitzvahs, Rehearsal Dinners or Weddings up to 150 guests. Onsite catering provided by Culinary Art Catering. Call for a tour today! Plano Centre Joyce Nissen Phone (972) 941-5840 joycen@plano.gov www.planocentre.com

The beautifully landscaped Plano Centre is a 122,500 square foot event facility providing flexible function space perfect for any celebration especially weddings, bar and bat mitzvah’s. Our professional event planners are available to help plan your special event from logistics and audiovisual to catering and beverage service.

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Temple Emanu-El 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 Fax: 214-706-0025 judaic@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org/judaictreasures.asp Kay Schachter Judaic Treasures, the gift shop of Temple EmanuEl, is operated by the Women of Reform Judaism/ Sisterhood,to meet the needs of the community for ritual objects, holiday observances, books on Judaism, Jewish music and home accessories. Bar and bat mitzvah gifts are plentiful and the jewelry selection is very impressive. A gift registry is available for special events such as weddings and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. Open on weekdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday mornings when Religious School is in session from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Note our Summer hours: June, July, and August are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

L’Chaim Gift Shop Congregation Anshai Torah 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 lchaimjudaicashop@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Visit L’Chaim for unique Judaica, books, scrapbooking items, jewelry and personal service.

L’Dor Vador Congregation Beth Torah 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 ext. 229 ldorvador@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org/giftshop/ index.html Arlene Berlin, Gift Shop V.P. We carry a large assortment of Judaic items: jewelry, ritual items and giftware, a large variety of tallitot and children’s books. Browse online at our website: www.congregationbethtorah.judaicabeautiful.com. Not all items on the site are carried in our store, but we will ship anywhere and you can still support our Synagogue. Special orders are welcome. Hours: Sundays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 4:45–6:45 p.m.; or call for an appointment.

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Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 469-467-4759 Fax: 469-467-7089 hwolf@lonestarjudaica.com www.lonestarjudaica.com Harold M. Wolf, Owner Established in 2004, Lone Star Judaica is proud of our commitment to the needs of all Jews regardless of perspective. Our mantra is we respect all people and all religions. We have a wholesale division and sell to schools and synagogues. We pride ourselves on supplying new and used Torah scrolls to synagogues of all denominations and sizes. Our Torah scrolls range in price to fit your financial needs. In addition, we have a complete selection of Torah accessories and synagogue furnishings.We are conveniently located in North Dallas between Levine Academy and Torah Day School. Come visit us.

The Source Gift Shop at the J (Jewish Community Center) Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7121 Fax: 214-368-4709 sourcegiftshop@jccdallas.org www.thesourcegiftshop.com Michelle Markey Brown, The Source Gift Shop Manager New gift registry. Visit our website to see our designer gallery and much more. We offer many Facebook specials. So sign up now, you wouldn’t want to miss the discounts or gifts.

Traditions Temple Shalom 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1850 Fax: 972-661-2636 traditions@templeshalomdallas.org www.traditionsdallas.com Jacque Prager and Judy Utay, Managers Jill Kirschner, Lead Buyer Lucille Klein, Jewelry Buyer Clare Fishman, Invitation Consultant Traditions, the Temple Shalom Sisterhood Judaica Shop, offers a variety of quality, unique gift items for all occasions. Traditions specializes in handcrafted Judaica and beautiful jewelry, as well as a large selection of tallitot, bar/bat mitzvah and wedding invitations. Proceeds benefit the educational and youth programs and projects of Temple Shalom Sisterhood.

Lone Star Judaica 6911 Frankford Road www.tjpnews.com

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FUNERAL HOMES Dallas Jewish Funerals Stan Friedman, Operations Manager Phone: (972) 424-1141 Fax: (972) 424-1148 stan@dallasjewishfunerals.com www.dallasjewishfunerals.com

Dallas Jewish Funerals is the only independent, Jewish owned funeral home in the Dallas area. Our philosophy is to treat your family as our own. Dallas Jewish Funerals was established to provide the Jewish community an alternative to the growing number of funeral homes owned and operated by corporate giants. Robertson Mueller Harper Funeral Directors E. C. “Trey” Harper III Phone: (817) 924-4233 Fax: (817) 924-4230 rmh@familyowned.net

Robertson Mueller Harper has been serving the Jewish community of Fort Worth and North Texas for three generations. Caring, understanding and compassion are the basis of the trust we have gained through the personal and professional relationships we have developed with the families we serve.

HOME HEALTH CARE Custom Caregivers David Stanley, Chief Care Officer Phone: (972) 348-9999 david@customcaregivers.com www.customcaregivers.com

Custom Caregivers is a full service personal assistance company providing quality, in-home, non-medical care to the elderly, people with disabilities and others in need, in Dallas/Ft. Worth and other surrounding counties. Our mission is to prolong independence and enhance quality of life with care and companionship, aiding in tasks of daily living.

Legacy at Home Louise Dunkerley Phone: (972) 244-7700 ldunkerley@thelegacywb.org www.thelegacyathome.org

Legacy at Home provides comprehensive in-home healthcare with the same level of distinction and professionalism that has defined The Legacy Senior Communities since 1953. Seniors throughout the Dallas area are now able to receive a full array of care options upon returning home from a hospital stay, while recovering from an illness or injury, and lifeenhancing services, including comprehensive home healthcare, private duty services and personal care services.

HOSPICE SERVICES Odyssey Hospice Dallas Phone: (214) 231-3914 Fax: (214) 630-4032

Odyssey Hospice provides quality end of life care that focuses on spiritual, physical and emotional needs of each patient and family. Odyssey Hospice is a preferred hospice provider to the Jewish community and has an agreement with JFS of Dallas, Inc. In addition Odyssey Hospice received its Accreditation from The National Institute for Jewish Hospice. www.nijh.org.

MONUMENT SERVICE Spradling Monument Service, Inc. Don Spradling Phone: (214) 398-4459 spradlingmon@aol.com www.spradlingmonument.com

Spradling Monument Service, Inc., a family owned and operated business, has been serving the North Texas Jewish community since 1957.

SENIOR LIVING Horizon Bay Assisted Living and Memory Care 3000 Midway Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: (866) 837-3025 www.brookdaleliving.com

Located minutes from state-of-the-art medical care, shopping and entertainment, we offer all the amenities you’d expect along with plenty of opportunities to make new friends or entertain old ones. Call today and discover more! Legacy at Preston Hollow Lucy Brown Phone: (214) 363-5100 Fax: (214) 363-5133 lbrown@thelegacyph.org www.TheLegacyPH.org

The Legacy at Preston Hollow is a premier senior residence offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living and long-term care in a wellappointed and comfortable setting, among true friends. The Legacy maintains a strong tradition of serving the Jewish community. Located in the heart of North Dallas, The Legacy at Preston Hollow is a premier senior residence for those who want to remain close to friends, family and the city’s vibrant culture. Legacy at Willow Bend Louise Dunkerley Phone: (972) 468-6208 ldunkerley@thelegacywb.org www.TheLegacyWB.org

The Legacy at Willow Bend, Plano’s first and only Jewish sponsored life care retirement community, is situated on a 28-acre site in west Plano. The Legacy at Willow Bend offers resort-style services and amenities for active, independent seniors. Our full continuum of care includes, assisted living, Dementia care, Nursing and Short Term Rehabilitation assuring our residents a higher level of care at a predictable monthly service fee. The community also welcomes direct admissions into assisted living, memory care and short-term rehabilitation. Come see for yourself, why our community believes – One Legacy, Many Choices.

The Tradition-Prestonwood Randy Gros, Director of Resident Relations Phone: (972) 388-1144 Fax: (972) 388-1149 rgros@traditionseniorliving.com www.traditionseniorliving.com

The Tradition-Prestonwood is located on the southeast corner of Prestonwood and Arapaho in the Prestonwood area of North Dallas. We require NO large up-front entrance fee and our all-inclusive premium service package includes secure underground parking, unparalleled wellness and health resources, elegant, spacious apartments with granite counters, marble vanities, high ceilings framed with crown molding. Visit us today to take a tour and learn more! Treemont Retirement Community 5550 Harvest Hill Rd Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: (866) 881-3301 www.brookdaleliving.com

Reconnect and become energized with a fresh sense of purpose! Located in the heart of one of North Dallas’ best neighborhoods, we offer dedicated staff, friendly service and comprehensive activities just for you. Call today and discover more! Windsor Senior Living Van Ly Phone: (972) 354-4444 info@windsordallas.com www.windsordallas.com

Located minutes away from the JCC of Dallas, Windsor Senior Living is an Independent, Assisted and Certified Memory/Alzheimer’s Care community that feels like home. Whether you’re sharing experiences or interests with new friends while playing a game of bridge in one of our lounges or relaxing with your pet in one of our beautifully landscaped gardens, you’re going to love the customized amenities and pampered lifestyle in the heart of Dallas at Windsor Senior Living.

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Jewish Association of Professional Salespeople David Beer, and The Beer Team, since 1983, has been helping families in the DFW area find the right home at the right price. Let David and his team go to work for you to help you make good buying or selling decisions on your next home. Contact us at 214-334-4002 or on the web at www.DavidBeer.com

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David@DavidBeer.com www.DavidBeer.com D&M Auto Leasing is the largest consumer car leasing company in the nation! With more than 30 years of car leasing experience we have perfected the process of leasing a car. Let me provide you hasslefree information regarding how I can facilitate the best possible car leasing (or purchasing) deal on any vehicle, new or pre-owned, any make or model. Best of all, D&M leasing will make your car leasing experience completely painless. I will deliver the vehicle directly to your home or office.

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Phone: (972) 239-2222 X294 Cell: (214) 912-0811 Fax: (972) 980-4929 www.dandmleasing.com hfeldman@dmautoleasing.com

Marilyn is a professional residential real estate consultant representing owners and sellers of residential properties. She works in all price ranges and almost all areas of the Metroplex. She especially enjoys working with sellers who want to sell their property and move-up to a larger home or who want to sell their property and scale down to a smaller home, condo, zero-lot home, retirement community or assisted living facility. Marilyn holds the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation, International Real Estate Specialist (IRES) designation and is actively involved with The Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

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Phone: 972.418.8377 Fax: 972.416.4951 www.WeSellDallasHomes.com Marilyna@Realtor.com

Marcy C. Helfand, P.C., is a law firm limiting its practice to transactional Commercial Real Estate Law. We handle contracts, leases, title review, and loan documents for office, retail and industrial properties. Ms. Helfand has been Board Certified in Commercial Real Estate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1984, and has been a frequent speaker for the American Bar Association on commercial leasing topics. The firm is conveniently located at 5429 LBJ Freeway, Suite 430, Dallas, Texas, just east of the Galleria shopping center.

Marcy C. Helfand, P.C. Phone: 972-392-9288 Fax: 972-392-7411 marcy@helfandpc.com

Located in North Dallas just of I-75 and Coit Road, and in the heart of Medical City Hospital District, Town Village North Dallas offers an active lifestyle to seniors looking to remain independent. Convenient to medical facilities, shopping and the cultural center of Dallas, Town Village North Dallas offers the ideal balance: community when you want it, privacy when you need it. Fine dining, a media room, library, wellness and fitness center, crafts center, beauty salon and barbershop are available at your convenience. Also, 24 hour care staff, rehabilitation and therapy available.

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Town Village North Dallas Phone: (972) 866-7575 Fax: (972) 702-9881 www.brookdaleliving.com tbruce@brookdaleliving.com

Terri Moss Hornberger, CPA 12900 Preston Road, Suite 306 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: (972) 392-9991 Fax: (972) 392-4340 terrih@tmhcpa.com Terri Moss Hornberger, CPA is a Certified Public Accounting firm located at Preston and LBJ. Specializing in personal service to our clients, Terri, along with her staff, saves you time and money. Services include the preparation of income tax returns for both individuals and businesses, payroll preparation, tax filings, sales tax filings, budgeting, bill paying, estate administration, bookkeeping, QuickBooks consulting and business consulting. Put your mind at ease when it comes to accounting, let Terri Moss Hornberger, CPA do the work for you!

The Texas Jewish Post (TJP) is the only independent English-Jewish weekly serving the North Texas community. The TJP has covered local, national and international topics of Jewish interest as well as in-depth reportage of Israel. The TJP has been published continuously since 1947 by the Wisch family. Call me today to subscribe or advertise!

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Rug Mart/ All American Flooring Joe Kboudi

4490 Alpha Rd. #100 (between Welch and Midway) Farmers Branch, TX 75244 972-243-0973 www.rugmart.net jkboudi@rugmart.net

As a Professional Organizer with over 11 years experience, I come to your home or business and help you get your space and time in order. My experience includes: setting up home businesses, helping children, assisting people who struggle with ADHD, Obsessive/ Compulsive disorder, Autism and hoarding, all kinds of paper management including bill paying and total home organizing. I approach my work with the utmost sensitivity. We now also have a home management division that includes: light handyman work, home maintenance check-up, new home ownership training, and assistance with home repair referrals and quotes. I will non-judgmentally help you set up your space in a way that works best for you. All information is kept strictly confidential.

Judy Kogutt

Professional Organizer Phone: (214) 770-5152 www.anorganizedstate.com judy@anorganizedstate.com

Odyssey Hospice - Dallas 7557 Rambler Road, Ste 112 • Dallas, TX 75231 Phone: (214) 231-3914 Toll-Free: (800) 375-4677 Fax: (214) 630-4032 Odyssey Hospice Dallas is proud to announce our Accreditation from the National Institute for Jewish Hospice and our preferred provider relationship with (JFS). The staff is versed in the Jewish culture, customs, traditions and calendar. Rabbis on staff that are specially trained on medical and ethical End-of-life care. Rabbi Cohen, of Congregation Nishmat Am says “Odyssey Hopsice works very hard to provide quality End-of-life care that focuses on the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of each patient and family.” I am pleased they are a preferred hospice to the Jewish community in this area. Hospice gives not an ounce of cure but a ton of CARE, the Power of HOPE!

The Wittenberg Law Firm Alan L. Wittenberg Phone: 214-361-6511 Fax: 214-361-6512

awittenberg@attorneydallas.com

YOUR PERSONAL AND BUSINESS LEGAL BOUTIQUE Family Law – Divorces, Adoptions, Child Support & Custody Estate Law – Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills. Business and Corporate Law – Formations, Buy/Sell, NonCompete Agreements, Purchase and Sale, Litigation, Transactions; At The Wittenberg Law Firm, we believe the Client’s needs and goals come first. We are the employees of the Client and our attitude reflects this. During the initial consultation, we advise the prospective client on the best course of action, the estimated cost, and the time frames in which this matter can be completed. For a free initial consultation, please call and mention the JAPS Ad.

Independent Living Design offers remodeling and construction services for homes, businesses and retirement communities. We also specialize in working with senior citizens and people with disabilities to create safe, accessible and beautiful living environments. Many of our clients use wheelchairs and walkers and we help them modify their homes to improve accessibility and safety. Call us to schedule a free home safety evaluation for yourself or a loved one.

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JEWISH HOLIDAYS 2012-2013 Shabbat

Sabbath Celebrated Fridays at sundown to commemorate God’s day of rest after six days of creation. Traditions include lighting candles, drinking wine and eating challah (braided bread). Havdallah, the farewell ceremony to Shabbat, takes place upon the appearance of three stars in the Saturday night sky and is celebrated by lighting a braided candle, drinking wine and smelling sweet spices.

Rosh HaShanah

Jewish New Year Festive celebration during which individuals contemplate past, present and future actions. Traditional foods include round challah and apples with honey, symbolizing wholeness and sweetness for the new year. Commences the Ten Days of Awe, which culminate on Yom Kippur. 1-2 Tishrei.

Yom Kippur

Day of Atonement Holiest day of the Jewish year. Through fasting and prayer, Jews reflect upon their relationships with other people and with God, atoning for wrongdoings and failures to take right action. Ends at sunset with a blast of the shofar (ram’s horn). 10 Tishrei.

Sukkot

Festival of Booths Commemorates the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring the Israelites to the Promised Land after 40 years of wandering. Many people build a sukkah (booth), a temporary structure with a roof made of branches, modeled after the huts constructed in the desert.Also celebrated with the shaking of the lulav (assemblage of palm,willow and myrtle branches) and etrog (a lemon-like fruit). 15-21 Tishrei.

Shemini Atzeret

Eighth Day of Assembly Celebrated the day after Sukkot and thus sometimes considered an extension of that holiday. Marks the first time the tefillat geshem (prayer for rain) is recited during services, a practice that continues until Pesach. 22 Tishrei.

Simchat Torah

Rejoicing for the Torah Celebrates the completion of the annual Torah-reading cycle. After finishing the last sentence of the chapter Devarim (Deuteronomy), the Torah is joyously paraded seven times around the synagogue. The new cycle begins immediately with a reading from Beresheet (Genesis). 23 Tishrei.

Chanukah

Festival of Lights Eight-day holiday commemorating the Jewish victory over the Syrians and the miracle of the rededication of the Temple,when oil meant to last for one day burned for eight. Celebrated by lighting candles in a chanukiah (a nine-branched candelabrum), eating latkes (potato pancakes), playing with dreidels (spinning tops) and giving money or gifts. 25 Kislev-2 Tevet.

Tu B’Shevat

New Year of Trees Biblical in origin, a holiday that celebrates springtime renewal and growth. Traditions include eating fruit and planting trees. 15 Shevat.

Purim

Feast of Lots Joyous holiday commemorating the rescue of the Jews by Queen Esther and her uncle Mordecai from the evil Haman. The story is read aloud and when Haman is mentioned in the Megillah (scroll) of Esther; people scream and turn groggers (noisemakers) to drown out his name. Traditions include parties, dances, mishloach manot (gift-giving), and eating hamantaschen (three-cornered, fruitfilled pastries). Some also fast on the day before Purim to remember the three-day fast Esther requested of the Jews of Persia. 14 Adar.

Pesach

Passover Celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.At the seder (service and festive meal), the Haggadah (collection of texts and commentaries on the Exodus) is read and symbolic foods are eaten. In remembrance of the departure of the Israelites, who could not wait for their bread to rise before fleeing,matzah (unleavened bread) is eaten for the eight days of Passover. 15-22 Nissan.

Sefirat HaOmer

Counting of the Omer Seven-week period that begins the second night of Pesach and ends at Shavuot. The 32 mourning days during this time commemorate the deaths of Rabbi Akiva’s students (see also Lag B’Omer). Traditionally, weddings, festivities and haircuts are prohibited during this time. 16 Nissan-5 Sivan.

Yom HaShoah

Holocaust Remembrance Day Day chosen by the Israeli Knesset in 1951 to mourn the millions killed inthe Holocaust. Often commemorated with speeches by survivors and the reading of

names. In Israel, a siren’s blast allows collective remembrance in a moment of silence. 27 Nissan.

Yom HaZikaron

Martyr and Heroes’Memorial Day Day of remembrance for all who sacrificed themselves for the state of Israel. Public observances include lighting of yahrzeit (memorial) candles, visiting graves and reciting psalms. In Israel, sirens blast once in the morning and then in the evening to begin Yom HaAtzmaut, Israel Independence Day. 3 Iyar.

Yom HaAtzmaut

Israel Independence Day On May 14, 1948, Israel was declared an independent state. Many Jews worldwide celebrate with parades, festivals and donations to Jewish charities. 4 Iyar.

Lag B’Omer

Thirty-third Day of Omer One-day suspension of the traditional mourning period during Sefirat HaOmer. On this day, a plague afflicting Rabbi Akiva’s students ceased.Also commemorates Bar Kochba’s recapture of Jerusalem from the Romans. Celebrated with picnics and nature outings. 18 Iyar.

Shavuot

Festival of Weeks Celebrated the day after Sefirat HaOmer ends to commemorate the giving of the Torah at Sinai and the spring harvest. Traditionally, Jews read the Ten Commandments and the Book of Ruth and eat dairy products. Religious-school confirmation often takes place at this time. 6-7 Sivan.

Fast of Tammuz

Fast from dawn until nightfall commemorating the day Moses broke the first Tablets of the Covenant because the Israelites made the Golden Calf. Also marks the beginning of the siege on Jerusalem before its destruction. Begins the Three Weeks, a mourning period ending at Tisha B’Av. 18 Tammuz.

Tisha B’Av

Ninth Day of Av Day of fasting and mourning commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples, both of which took place on the ninth of Av. The Book of Lamentations is read, and some conduct services sitting on the floor. 10 Av. Reprinted with permission from Resource, a publication of J. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California.

Holidays begin at sunset the preceding evening Tu B’Shevat

January 26, 2013 • January 16, 2014

Purim

February 24, 2013 • March 16, 2014

Pesach

March 26-April 2, 2013 • April 15-April 22, 2014

Yom HaShoah

April 7, 2013 • April 27, 2014

Yom HaZikaron

April 15, 2013 • May 5, 2014

Yom HaAtzmaut

April 16, 2013 • May 6, 2014

CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES

Lag B’Omer

Times listed are for Dallas, Richardson and Plano. For Fort Worth and Arlington, add 2 minutes. For Denton, Flower Mound and Lewisville, add 1 minute. 2012 Candlelighting Parashah/Holiday July 6 Balak 8:21 July 13 Pinchas 8:19 July 20 Matot-Masei 8:16 July 27 Devarim 8:11 Aug. 3 Vaetchanan 8:06 Aug. 10 Eikev 7:59 Aug. 17 Re’eh 7:52 Aug. 24 Shoftim 7:44 Aug. 31 Ki Teitzei 7:35 Sept. 7 Ki Tavo 7:26 Sept. 14 Nitzavim 7:16 Sept. 16 Erev Rosh Hashanah 7:14 Sept. 17 Rosh Hashanah 8:07 Sept. 21 Vayeilech 7:07 Sept. 25 Erev Yom Kippur 7:01 Sept. 28 Ha’azinu 6:57 Sept. 30 Erev Sukkot 6:55 Oct. 1 Sukkot 7:48 Oct. 5 Chol Hamoed Sukkot 6:48 Oct. 7 Erev Shemini Atzeret 6:46 Oct. 8 Erev Simchat Torah 7:39 Oct. 12 Beresheet 6:39 Oct. 19 Noach 6:31 Oct. 26 Lech Lecha 6:23 Nov. 2 Vayera 6:17 Nov. 9 Chayei Sara 5:11 Nov. 16 Toldot 5:07 Nov. 23 Vayetzei 5:04 Nov. 30 Vayishlach 5:03 Dec. 7 Vayeshev 5:03 Dec. 14 Miketz 5:04 Dec. 21 Vayigash 5:07 Dec. 28 Vayechi 5:11

2013 Candlelighting Parashah/Holiday Jan. 4 Shemot 5:16 Jan. 11 Vaera 5:21 Jan. 18 Bo 5:28 Jan. 25 Beshalach 5:34 Feb. 1 Yitro 5:41 Feb. 8 Mishpatim 5:48 Feb. 15 Terumah 5:54 Feb. 22 Tetzaveh 6:00 March 1 Ki Tisa 6:06 March 8 Vayakhel-Pekudei 6:11 March 15 Vayikra 7:17 March 22 Tzav 7:22 March 25 Erev Pesach / First Seder 7:24 March 26 Second Seder 8:19 March 29 Pesach 7:27 March 31 Pesach 7:28 April 1 Pesach 8:24 April 5 Shmini 7:32 April 12 Tazria-Metzora 7:37 April 19 Achrei Mot-Kedoshim 7:42 April 26 Emor 7:47 May 3 Behar-Bechukotai 7:52 May 10 Bamidbar 7:57 May 14 Erev Shavuot 8:00 May 15 Shavuot 9:00 May 17 Nasso 8:02 May 24 Beha’alotcha 8:07 May 31 Sh’lach 8:11 June 7 Korach 8:15 June 14 Chukat 8:18 June 21 Balak 8:20 June 28 Pinchas 8:21

(commemorated from dawn until nightfall) April 28, 2013 • May 18, 2014

Shavuot

May 15-16, 2013 • June 4-5, 2014

Fast of Tammuz

(commemorated from dawn until nightfall) July 8, 2012 • June 25, 2013

Tisha B’Av

July 29, 2012 • July 16, 2013

Rosh Hashanah

September 17-18, 2012 • September 5-6, 2013

Yom Kippur

September 26, 2012 • September 14, 2013

Sukkot

October 1-7, 2012 • September 19-25, 2013

Shemini Atzeret October 8, 2012 • September 26, 2013

Simchat Torah

October 9, 2012 • September 27, 2013

Chanukah

December 9-16, 2012 • November 28-December 5, 2013

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