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Monday, April 28, 2014 at 7:30 pm International Holocaust Remembrance Day Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota Presenting the Florida premiere of Voices of the Holocaust, Gloria Musicae collaborates with the Sarasota Jewish Chorale, Sarasota Young Voices, Booker High School Music Program, Sarasota-Manatee Dance Alliance and the Chroma Quartet in this multimedia production. This community-wide endeavor, sponsored by Mr. Clair E. Johnson, the Tourist Development Commission of Sarasota County and the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, celebrates the proud defiance of the human spirit in the face of adversity through this dramatic and poignant cantata. Voices of the Holocaust is a dramatic 80 minute cantata based on 22 songs sung in ghettoes and concentration camps during World War II.

TICKETS FOR VOICES OF THE HOLOCAUST Tickets for Voices of the Holocaust are for reserved seats and are priced at $70, $40 and $25. (Student tickets for Voices of the Holocaust are available at 50% off the listed price if purchased in person at the Van Wezel box office.) Tickets may be purchased online at www.vanwezel.org, by telephone at 941-953-3368 or in person at the Van Wezel box office.

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Connections2014 A Guide to Jewish Living in Sarasota-Manatee Volume 4, No. 1 2014 Edition 140 pages USPS Permit No. 167

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From the Editor

halom! Welcome to the fourth edition of Connections – A Guide to Jewish Living in Sarasota-Manatee. This is THE publication to turn to for the local Jewish community’s activities, programs, services and organizations. Just as The Jewish News keeps you up-to-date on all things “Jewish” each month, Connections serves as your annual resource guide. I am often asked by friends and family on the east coast of Florida and in the New York area whether there is “Jewish life” in Southwest Florida. Well...what you are holding in your hands is proof positive that Jewish life is alive and growing in our area. And this year’s edition, at 140 pages, is 16 pages larger than the previous one. I’d like to bring your attention to pages 64-67 – the Community History section. This is the first time it is appearing in Connections. When I heard that Kim Sheintal was writing a book about the history of Jews in Sarasota-Manatee, I knew a summary would be appropriate for this publication. Kim managed to give us an overview of the history in 1,500 words. She also selected a few of the 212 photos that appear in her book, Jews of Sarasota-Manatee. It’s a fascinating read. Please keep Connections handy throughout the year. In addition to an overview of the local organizations, special interest groups, schools and temples, you’ll find a wealth of opportunities – cultural, educational and spiritual – available to the Jewish community in Sarasota-Manatee. There is also a handy calendar of community events from January through June, as well as candle lighting times and 2014 dates for the Jewish holidays. Without our valued advertisers, neither The Jewish News nor Connections would be possible. When you visit an entity that advertises with us – whether it’s a healthcare provider, theater, restaurant, temple, museum or real estate agent – please be sure to say, “Thank you for advertising with the publications of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee.”

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Table of Contents FEDERATION.............................................10-15

ADULT EDUCATION................................90-102

From the Executive Director................................................10 The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee............11-14 The Robert & Esther Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative..15

ARTS & CULTURE.......................................16-48

News and Information ....................................................16-17 Entertainment - Film/Variety.........................................18-23 Book Discussion Groups.................................................24-25 Scholar-in-Residence......................................................26-29 Holocaust Programming......................................................30 Museums.............................................................................32-34 Speakers/Lectures...........................................................35-39 Calendar of live Jewish-related events at theaters..40-43 Festivals, Food, Fashion, Art, Fun & Games, Etc..........44-48

RELIGIOUS LIFE.........................................50-62 COMMUNITY HISTORY..............................64-67 ORGANIZATIONS......................................68-85

Special Interest Groups...................................................68-76 Advocacy Groups..............................................................77-78 Israel Connection..............................................................79-85

COMMUNITY SERVICES............................86-89

Jewish Family & Children’s Service.............................86-87 Senior Services.........................................................................88 Kosher Food and Other Resources....................................89

Ongoing Classes................................................................90-97 Early 2014 Classes...........................................................98-102

EDUCATION - CHILDREN.......................104-115

Preschools......................................................................104-105 Hebrew/Religious/Day Schools..............................106-109 Camps..............................................................................110-115

Youth Groups.................................................................116-118 Federation Programs..................................................119-121

FOCUS ON YOUTH................................116-121 JEWISH OUTREACH..............................122-124 CALENDAR............................................125-133

Community Events......................................................125-132 Candle Lighting Times........................................................133 Jewish Holidays......................................................................133

INDEX....................................................134-135 DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS.....................136 The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee thanks all of our advertisers for their continued support! Without them we would be unable to provide you with Connections. Please support our advertisers and let them know you saw their ad in Connections.

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Jewish Federation A Message from the Executive Director

have had the privilege of serving our Jewish community to express their connection to Judaism through cultural arts as the Executive Director of The Jewish Federation of experiences. Sarasota-Manatee (JFSM) for thirteen years. During that One in every two Jewish households has participated in time, I have connected with many leaders, volunteers and a Federation-sponsored program during the past three years, donors – the backbone of our Federation. It is through their and we have mainstreamed Israel and Judaism into the genvision, hard work and dedication that we continue to work to eral community as well. make this Jewish community and our SarasotaJewish Education Manatee community a better place for all. How do we educate Jewishly and bring IsOur Federation continues to transition as rael into our local population? By working an ever-increasing number of people of every together with Embracing Our Differences, age, differing religious backgrounds, and repHumanity Working to End Genocide, local resenting a wide variety of communal organiministerial associations and our area synazations become involved in the work we do. gogues. Important lessons of tolerance, unChanges have been dramatic and much more derstanding and mutual respect are shared is yet to come. with those of all ages. Under the outstanding leadership of FedThrough our Federation’s educational eration President Nancy Swart and our gifted programs, including PJ Library, Sarasota LibHOWARD Federation team of volunteers and professional TEVLOWITZ eral Yeshiva, Jewish Learning Institute (JLI), Executive Director leadership, we continue to grow and develop Holocaust Speakers Bureau, and our newly Federation-supported and funded programs The Jewish Federation formed STEP (Sam and Sally Shapiro Teen that are relevant to members of our Jewish of Sarasota-Manatee Engagement Program) Initiative, formal and community. informal Jewish learning takes place throughYes, our Jewish Federation does things differently than out our community on a weekly basis. many traditional Federations. We are challenging existing The Federation works to engage children and teens paradigms and out of those dialogues we have developed in Judaism “on their terms” through programs like overnew thinking and new passions. We must look beyond what night Jewish camp incentive grants, Bob Malkin Young has worked and is still viable to that which must be changed Ambassadors Leadership Mission, March of the Living to ensure our future. Some ideas and concepts will work and Mission, Schiff Send-A-Kid-To-Israel Program, and The some may not. Change is never easy. Beatrice and Ilene Friedman Alexander Muss High School Social Judaism in Israel Scholarship. How do we engage Jewishly and instill Jewish pride? Through The STEP initiative has introduced a “concierge-outpartnerships with the general community arts, educational reach” model for local Jewish teens – focusing our Federaand civic organizations such as Selby Botanical Gardens, Van tion on a variety of one-on-one and large group engagement Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Perlman Music Program/Sun- opportunities/entry points into the Jewish community. coast, Art Center Sarasota, Florida Studio Theatre, Sarasota Additionally, our support of Holocaust and genocide Orchestra, Sarasota Film Festival, Asolo Rep, the Westcoast awareness education, diversity initiatives and Israel advocacy Black Theatre Troupe and more. impacts tens of thousands of students in elementary, middle Additionally, through our Federation programs or Fed- and high schools throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties eration-sponsored programs like the Jewish Film Festival, during the school year. Women’s Day and Music Makes Community, we provide Community Relations opportunities for ALL members of our Jewish community We build community through trust and by cultivating

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Federation relationships that will benefit our Jewish community, our general community and Israel. Under the auspices of the Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative, our interfaith efforts, relationships with the faith-based community and our ongoing efforts with print, television and radio media, as well as our Israel@65 program, we keep the community informed about issues relating to world Jewry, Israel, interfaith issues and human interest. Since 2012, the Federation has sponsored two Interfaith Missions to Israel with 42 faith-based leaders from SarasotaManatee participating. In addition, the Federation has recently developed and is coordinating with the Hispanic community to use Jew-

ish community volunteers to instruct students in English classes, whereby students will be tutored in English language and comprehension. The mission of our Federation is to save Jewish lives and enhance Jewish life. It is our Federation’s communal role to be a connector to Jewish life, to provide a “big tent” where Jewish and non-Jewish community members can encounter Jewish ideas, principles, practices and values, to be a place where individuals encounter Israel and explore the ideas of Jewish peoplehood in their lives, and to be a public square for convening important conversations both within the Jewish and among the broader community at large. I look forward to working with you!

Who is “Federation” and what do we do?

he answer is simple: Federation is you – and every member of the Jewish community of Sarasota and Manatee counties. We understand the diverse needs of our constituents, and we are devoted to actively engaging our community members in Jewish life through a variety of programs and outreach activities. Our mission is to save Jewish lives and enhance Jewish life. We fulfill our mission by: ÎÎ Providing food for the hungry ÎÎ Counseling the troubled ÎÎ Spearheading rescue and relief efforts for isolated Jews ÎÎ Funding innovative Jewish education, outreach and continuity initiatives ÎÎ Bringing Jewish culture and history to our community at large ÎÎ Enhancing Holocaust education in the public school systems The Federation creates a sense of community for thousands of Jewish residents of Sarasota-Manatee. We expand our reach through strong relationships with cultural arts, civic, educational and faithbased organizations in the Sarasota-Manatee area in order to share Israel and Jewish culture and history with the entire community. The Federation maintains an accepting attitude to new

approaches and new organizations. We seek out alternatives for educational, religious, social and cultural programs in order to attract participation from all segments of SarasotaManatee. Our goal is for every Jew to find a place in our community.

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Annual Campaign

The annual fundraising arm of the Federation continues to meet the challenges of modern Jewish life and provides the necessary financial resources to fund the myriad of services, programs and activities to sustain, enhance and grow a strong and vital Jewish life. Founded on the principle of tikkun olam (making the world a better place), today’s Federation Campaign has evolved into a major fundraising, planning and coordinating body of Sarasota-Manatee’s Jewish community. Through your support of Federation’s Annual Campaign, you play a vital role in helping your community. Giving tzedakah (responsible philanthropy) to our Federation has its roots in early Jewish history. And today, it continues to demonstrate a love of community that is without limitation. More than just a charitable gift, the Annual Campaign

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Federation fulfills our Jewish obligation of communal tzedakah and is the centerpiece of the Federation fundraising effort; it provides unrestricted, general support to the community. The Annual Campaign is the key to long-term financial stability.

Giving Societies

The generous donors in these societies are dedicated leaders involved in the Federation’s extended lifeline of humanitarian relief and support. The Major Gifts, Lion of Judah, Pomegranate groups and Ezra Society are the premier fundraising recognition levels of the Jewish Federation’s Annual Campaign. These divisions provide meaningful social and networking experiences to our community’s leading Jewish philanthropists, who give a major portion of the campaign dollars raised each year.

The Beatrice Friedman Legacy Society

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee created The Beatrice Friedman Legacy Society to recognize and thank those who have made the most personal and thoughtful gift of all: a permanent commitment to the Federation through a will, trust agreement, prepaid life insurance policy or other estate plan vehicle.

Fundraising Events

A fun way to give back! These exciting communal events are a great way for our community to come together, while engaging in social and networking opportunities. At the same

Lion of Judah WE ARE Lions of Judah, unique individuals, women who are younger, older, from small communities and large. We are from North America, South America, Europe, Africa and of course, Israel. We are mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, and friends. We are brought together by a commitment to Jews around the world and our community. WE CAN make a difference. We can lead politically. We can laugh at ourselves. We can envision the future, a Jewish future for the next generation.

time, these events are perfect avenues for sharing how our Federation saves and enhances lives in our community, in Israel and around the world. The 2014 Purim Masquerade Ball is an exciting new fundraising event co-chaired by Edie & David Chaifetz, Julie & Dr. Joshua Green, and Bunny & Morton Skirboll. We are certain that this Ball will quickly become one of the most eagerly anticipated events in town. Our Federation looks forward to bringing our community together for an enchanted evening of dinner, dancing and “Purim-spieling” in celebration of the generosity and kindness of our honorees: Esther & Robert Heller, Graci & Dennis McGillicuddy, and Patti & David Wertheimer.

Israel-Diaspora Relations

Israel today faces an intensive and increasingly sophisticated assault on its right to exist as a sovereign democratic Jewish state. Through the Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative, our Federation works to educate, organize and mobilize the community to counter these assaults and develop innovative efforts to change the conversation about Israel. Our work is grounded in building strong relationships with civic, arts and faith-based organizations, and friends and neighbors in our community. With the help of these allies, we are developing a broader understanding of Israel and Israelis. Through our outreach events, our Federation believes we can bring Israel to Sarasota-Manatee through vibrant Israeli experiences. Music, food, art and scientific research are bringing Israel to our local Jewish community while at the same time exposing our entire community, hundreds of thousands of people, to the wonder that is Israel. We have had incredible results by investing in collaborative relationships with local organizations such as Perlman Music Program/Suncoast, Selby Gardens – where we recently invested in the new Children’s Rainforest Garden – Mote Marine Laboratory, Sarasota Film Festival, Sarasota Arts Center, the Sarasota Orchestra and many more.

WE DO what it takes to get the job done! We do more with less in these challenging times, and we are the engines that run. We do more than we realize.

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Jewish Education

Jewish education is essential to ensuring a strong Jewish identity in young people, supporting identity throughout life, and building a dynamic and engaged Jewish community for generations to come. Our Federation strives to create and cultivate a community where formal and informal Jewish education mix

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Federation impeccably, where opportunities for Jewish learning flow naturally from one life stage to the next. Community members of all ages, backgrounds and denominations are able to learn and thrive together Jewishly. By promoting lifelong Jewish learning, we play a vital role in fostering meaningful Jewish continuity in contemporary American Jewish life.

Community Outreach

Through our Outreach and Engagement efforts, The Jewish Federation aims to increase the number of Jewish people actively and meaningfully engaged in the community. Being engaged in the Jewish community means participating in communal activities, interacting with others and feeling connected to the Jewish community locally and worldwide. We look at our Jewish community as a whole, without regard to denomination, marital status or personal Jewish history. At The Jewish Federation, we understand that engagement is vital for the future of the Jewish people. Every Jew has a place in our Sarasota-Manatee community and we are committed to find that place in order to allow our community to thrive. Each year, the Federation hosts numerous events, affording the community opportunities to gather, socialize, network and connect. Examples include: ÎÎ Women’s Day, sponsored by the Federation’s Nashim

L’Tova (Women for Good) division, takes place in December. The event attracts over 350 women of all ages with intellectually stimulating speakers and delicious food. Past speakers include Campbell Brown, Linda Hooper, Tiffany Schlain and Iris Krasnow. ÎÎ The Jewish Film Festival will take place March 16-20. The event, presented in partnership with the famed and wellestablished Sarasota Film Festival, will showcase Jewish and Israeli-themed films with topics ranging from Jewish culture to the Holocaust and more; screenings include post-film discussions led by directors, producers, area experts and local film connoisseurs. ÎÎ Shabbat and Jewish holiday programs for all ages featuring music, food, Israeli dancing and more!

Monthly Newspaper

The Jewish News of Sarasota-Manatee is now recognized as one of the leading Jewish community newspapers in the country. Published monthly, the newspaper serves as a major source of Jewish news and information for the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish community. If something Jewish-related is happening locally, you’ll find out about it in The Jewish News. In addition to our 9,000+ subscribers, the newspaper can be found in all the temples and synagogues in Sarasota-Manatee, as

The Jewish Federation would like to recognize and thank those who have made the most personal and thoughtful gift of all: a commitment to The Federation through a will, trust agreement, prepaid life insurance policy or other estate planning vehicle. GOLDEN GATE $500,000+ Anonymous Beatrice Friedman Esther and Robert Heller Gertrude Jais* Jerry Lavin* Beatrice and Arthur* Michaels Robert Michelson* Sally and Sam Shapiro Sylvia G. and Robert M. Zell* ZION GATE $250,000-499,999 Sylvia and Joseph Bloom* Sylvia and Gershom Cohn* Lois and Willard Cohodas Helen and Len Glaser Rita and Herbert Gold* Edna Rogers* & Jonas Kamlet* Lawrence S. Klotz* Hope Leuchter Daniel Logan* Olga O. Schwartz* Susan Shimelman Marvin Wolf JAFFA GATE $100,000-249,999 Anonymous Marcia Abel Barbara Ackerman

Rebecca and Richard Bergman Mandell (Bill) Berman Barbara and Donald Bernstein Jacob Carmen* Edie Chaifetz Ellen and Joel Fedder Jacqueline Siegel Frascella Joshua Green Julie Green Sylvia and Daniel Hamberg Sandra and Lewis Hanan Kates Foundation Renee Irene Katz* Alisa and Ernest Kretzmer Josh Leuchter Audrey Lucow Marjorie E. Meyers* Frank Paul* Flori Roberts Betty and Bert Rosen Irene and Martin Ross Paulette and Martin Samowitz Barbara Saphier Betty and Herbert* Schiff Betty Schoenbaum Claire Sischy Lois and David* Stulberg Naomi and Bruce Wertheimer Geri and Ronald Yonover

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LION’S GATE $10,000-99,999 Ethyl C. Ornstein* Herbert Angel* Marguerite and Joseph Persky* Sidney Bernstein* Ernest Rice* Ruth Bregman* Susan Rosin Patricia E. Burnes* Marjorie* and Earl Sharff Karl Ebner* Golda Sands Sharon* Seymore Fenichel* Rose and Rabbi Albert Shulman* Martha and Joseph Forman* Sondra and Judge Marvin Silverman* Gitta Frankl* Ned F. Sinder* Leda Freedman* Helen A. Sobin* Roz Goldberg Salli Struble* Grace and Sam Gorlitz Thea Becker* Trust Ruth and David Gorton Gertrude Willens* Sheila and Erwin Horwitz *Deceased Ruth and Jerome Kapner* Robert Kaufman* Elizabeth and William Karbell Litt* The Legacy Society includes Herbert Karol* Bequests, PACE/LOJE Funds, Raena Korenman Scholarship Funds, and David Leavitt* Restricted Funds. Please contact Claire M. Levin Martin Haberer at 941.552.6303 Edith Becker Lilienfeld* if you have made a bequest Sandra and Neil Malamud in your will, insurance policy, Mehler-Lublin Family or retirement fund OR if we Suzanne and David* Lutkoff happened to have missed you. Harvey Mendelow* Gladys Mittleman* Majorie and Nelson Newmark* Molly Nierenberg*

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Federation well as our partner agencies, public libraries, and various businesses in the area. The latest issue and an archive of past issues can be viewed online at www.TheJewishNews.org. To submit editorial content, please email jewishnews18@ gmail.com; for advertising, contact Robin Leonardi at the Federation at 941.552.6307 or rleonardi@jfedsrq.org.

Virtual Communications

Federation reaches out to the entire community through its online gateway, www.jfedsrq.org, the Federation’s comprehensive website. Here, visitors can find details about Federation programs and special events, a community calendar, national and international news, and more. The Federation’s blog, www.jfedsrq.wordpress.com, offers the community the ability to engage in conversation with one another in a virtual environment. The Federation’s online presence extends to its Facebook page (facebook.com/jfedsrq), Twitter (twitter.com/ jfedsrq), as well as a weekly e-newsletter highlighting upcoming programs and current events, which reaches close to 5,000 households. To sign up for the e-newsletter, register at www.jfedsrq.org or send an email to info@jfedsrq.org.

The Future

Over the last century, through its vast network of social

services, through rescues and special campaigns, the Federation system has helped millions of people around the world. To continue and enhance this role, however, Federations like ours in Sarasota-Manatee must confront new issues and make new choices while still maintaining the essence of their responsibility to the Jewish people and the world. The changing landscape forces the Federations to move in new directions. It will not be easy. But then again, it never has been easy. The past, however, offers reassurance. The heritage of the Federation system is a remarkable one. Its work over the last century has literally transformed the world. Millions of volunteers and professionals at Federations across North America have marshaled the necessary energy and resources to break down impenetrable barriers and to accomplish the impossible. Each generation has changed, tackling the insurmountable problems of its times. As the new century beckons, this generation will do the same.

And so much more…

These are just some of the highlights of what your Jewish Federation has to offer. You’ll find lots more information about us in this resource guide, provided to you by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee.

Thursday, april 3, 2014 Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Event starts at 8:15 Join us for Jewish music for the next generation sung by a community festival chorus and orchestra led by world famous choral director, Matthew lazar and the Metropolitan Opera’s Jason stearns, featuring “The Sacred Service” of Ernest Bloch and interdenominational soloists performing selections from popular Broadway musicals.

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Federation The Robert and Esther Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative

he Robert and Esther Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative (IAI) was created by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee to deal with a number of efforts both locally and abroad. These efforts include advocating for peace and security in Israel through education, information and community awareness; raising consciousness of and actively confronting anti-Semitism on a global level; and directly addressing anti-Israel activities in Sarasota-Manatee. Heller IAI also serves as the Federation’s Community Relations Council, conducting outreach within the Jewish and general communities, monitoring state and federal legislation and its effect on the Jewish community, promoting separation of religion from government and public schools and more. This year, the Heller IAI will be led by our first ever Executive Committee comprised of seven Jewish and seven Christian pro-Israel leaders in our community. After celebrating our 18-month long Israel@65 festivities which brought together thousands of both faiths, we realized that

so many people in the Sarasota-Manatee community share a love for the State of Israel just like we do. Heller IAI accomplishes its goals through educational programs, community outreach, and partnerships with Jewish and non-Jewish organizations and public officials. The Heller IAI’s in-depth website, www.sarasotaloves israel.com, provides quick access to Jewish world news, action items, upcoming event details and a forum for reporting anti-Semitic incidents. For more information, contact Jessi Sheslow at the Federation at 941.343.2109 or jsheslow@jfedsrq.org.

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he Jewish News of SarasotaManatee, the monthly newspaper of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, is the one publication that ties together the Jewish community of the SarasotaManatee area. If something local is happening that is Jewish-related, you’ll find out about it in the pages of The Jewish News. The newspaper, first published over 40 years ago, has gone through several design, paper, size and editorial changes. Most issues have between 40 and 48 pages. Each month, readers of The Jewish News get news and updates on all Jewish-related local events, including the Jewish Film Festival, Club Fed get-togethers, Live from the 92nd Street Y, book study groups, timely lectures, theatrical performances, food festivals and comedy nights. They also get updates from local synagogues and Jewish organizations. It is the place they turn to for Federation updates, community news, Jewish Happenings, photos of recent events, and features on local leaders. The newspaper also has a Focus on Youth section, Israel & the Jewish World items, commentary pieces and general Jewish interest articles. Ted Epstein, editor/designer of Connections, has been the managing editor and designer of The Jewish News since August 2009. The Jewish News is mailed to more than 9,000 Jewish households in the area and is also available at the

Federation offices, local synagogues, senior living facilities, and area libraries. It can also be found at the Federation website (www.jfedsrq.org), where readers can view the current and past issues in a unique online format. The mission of The Jewish News is to be the source of news and features of special interest to the Jewish community of Sarasota-Manatee; to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and opinions in the Jewish community; and to communicate the mission, activities and achievements of the Federation and its Jewish partners. In accomplishing this mission, the newspaper seeks to: • Celebrate Jewish life in SarasotaManatee • Inform, enrich and entertain its readers • Strengthen Jewish identity and facilitate participation in Jewish community life • Provide an efficient advertising and editorial network to businesses that serve our area • Provide dynamic and effective outreach to the Jewish and interfaith community • Provide a forum for discussion to engage and educate the Jewish family For more information about The Jewish News or to receive a subscription, please call 941.343.2115 or send an email to info@jfedsrq.org. For advertising information, please contact Robin Leonardi at 941.552.6307 or rleonardi@ jfedsrq.org.

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ach week, the Federation emails a community newsletter with the latest information on upcoming community events and cultural activities, news from Israel and the Jewish world and more. When there’s fastbreaking news, you’ll get an alert as well. To sign up, visit www.jfedsrq.org and click on the Login/Register link at the top of the home page, or send an email to info@jfedsrq.org.

isitors to www.jfedsrq.org will find a wealth of information, including upcoming Federation and community events, the Jewish Yellow Pages, program descriptions, education opportunities, Holocaust Awareness, Federation campus partners, and links to the online version of The Jewish News monthly newspaper and this publication. There are also sections that provide information on where you can get help, such as camp incentive grants, college scholarships, and senior services. The website makes it easy to learn about ways you can support your Federation and how you can get involved.

Community Calendar

he Federation, as the community clearinghouse to coordinate services, maintains a calendar for meetings and events of all Jewish organizations in the area. Visit the Community Calendar page at www. jfedsrq.org and you’ll find extensive listings of events for today, this week, this month and throughout the year. You can search for events by keyword, a range of dates, or the hosting organization. Have an event you’d like to make the community aware of? You can add it to the calendar as well.

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he Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s fifth annual Jewish Film Festival will be held March 16-20. The event, presented in partnership with the well-established Sarasota Film Festival, will feature several films shown in locations throughout the two-county area. The goal of the festival is to expose viewers to a variety of historical events and human experiences that can inform our thinking, expand our perspectives, cause us to laugh and to cry, and invite us to look both inside ourselves and outside to the wider world of the Jewish people. For more information, please visit www.jfedsrq.org or contact Len Steinberg at lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6301.

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efiant Requiem tells the little-known story of the Nazi concentration camp, Terezin. Led by imprisoned conductor Rafael Schächter, the inmates of Terezin fought back...with art and music. Through hunger, disease and slave labor, the Jewish inmates of Terezin held onto their humanity by staging plays, composing opera and using paper and ink to record the horrors around them. For over ten years, conductor Murry Sidlin has dreamed of bringing the Requiem back to Terezin. Now, through soaring concert footage, powerful survivor recollections, cinematic dramatizations and evocative animation, Defiant Requiem brings the incredible story of this artistic

of Sarasota-Manatee is proud to bring this incredible film to our community on Saturday, February 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Beth Israel on Longboat Key. A post-film discussion will feature survivors of the Terezin camp. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.jfedsrq.org/ events.aspx or call 941.552.6301.

Dinner and a Movie with the Rabbi

emple Sinai is in its 3rd season of documentary films from the Dr. Sam and Ina Gross Memorial Collection. The overall theme is the Jewish Diaspora – surviving and thriving as one people from many homelands. Events begin at 5:00 p.m. with a dinner of ethnic cuisine paired to the film, then the film screening in the sanctuary, followed by an engaging discussion with Rabbi Geoffrey Huntting. The cost is $30 for members and $40 for guests. Featured films: Sunday, March 30: Shanghai Ghetto, featuring the cuisine of China Sunday, May 4: Pillar of Fire: The Jew returns - The Arab awakens. The menu will reflect early settler Israel. To RSVP or for more information, call Janet Tolbert, Chair, at 941.388.9624.

The Jewish Movie Club

habad Jewish Center of Venice’s movie club provides an opportunity to network and meet like-minded individuals from our community in an informal and social setting while watching a Jewish-themed movie. Come schmooze, relax and hang out over some refreshments, too. For a full schedule of movies from January to June, visit www.chabad ofvenice.com or call 941.493.2770.

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Entertainment - Film “Killing Kasztner”

srael Kasztner, known as the Jewish Schindler, negotiated with Adolf Eichmann, rescuing 1,700 Jews to Switzerland, but he may have saved tens of thousands more. Yet Kasztner was condemned as a traitor in his adopted country of Israel, accused as a collaborator in a trial and verdict that divided a nation and forever stamped him as the “man who sold his soul to the devil.” It was a verdict overturned by Israel’s Supreme Court, but it was too late for Kasztner. He was ultimately assassinated by Jewish right-wing extremists in Tel Aviv in 1957. The film Killing Kasztner will be shown at USF Sarasota-Manatee on Thursday, January 23 at 7:00 p.m. Holocaust survivor Rifka Glatz will share her story after the film. She knows she would have died were it not for one man: Rezso Kasztner. The film is presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee and USF Sarasota-Manatee. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.jfedsrq.org/events. aspx or call 941.552.6305.

South County Jewish Film Festival

eeping active during the quieter summer season, the Jewish Congregation of Venice presents the South County Jewish Film Festival. This is a weekly series of films on themes of Jewish interest, some American, some Israeli, with subtitles as appropriate. Following each film, the audience participates in discussion about various issues in the film just viewed. Refreshments and informal conversation round out the evening. For more information, please contact Beata Hulliger at 941.484.2022 or jcvenice2@gmail.com, or visit www. jewishcongregationofvenice.org.

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Entertainment - Film

he Idelson Library is pleased to announce the continuation of its Film Matinee Series. The films are shown in the Madeline L. Sainer Social Hall on Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. Refreshments, including popcorn, will be served and are provided by the Men’s Club. A question and answer session will follow each film. Admission is $3 for Temple Beth Sholom members and $5 for nonmembers. All of these films have received wide acclaim at Jewish film festivals throughout the country. Upcoming screenings: January 15 - Dressing America: Tales from the Garment Center This fascinating film tells the largely unknown story of how an industry was created through the rough and tumble efforts of an interesting assortment of Jewish “characters.” They created a ready-to-wear business that grew by

leaps and bounds, nurturing a legion of designers that included Anne Klein, Donna Karan, Isaac Mizrahi and Ralph Lauren. The story is tinged with liberal doses of nostalgia, recounting the camaraderie of the business and its challenges and rewards. (2011; 57 minutes) February 19 - Re-Emerging: the Jews of Nigeria This documentary is a story of faith, belief, ancestry and community. It tells the story of the Igbo people of Nigeria, who believe they were once Jews. Igbo and Hebrew traditions are very similar. The film depicts the lives and struggles of this emerging Jewish community in Nigeria. (2012; 93 minutes) March 19 - Brothers Two Jewish brothers, whose choices and values have driven them apart,

meet again in Israel after many years of silence. Dan has been living on a secular kibbutz for 25 years, working the land. His deeply religious brother, Aaron, is a distinguished lawyer and Torah scholar based in New York. He is invited to Jerusalem to defend a group of Yeshiva students who have refused military service in the IDF. Enter Shelly, the driven, fiercely secular public prosecutor determined to see justice done. The conflict between the two brothers and the legal struggle between prosecutor and defense lawyer reflect a society torn between its religious and political principles. (2008; 116 minutes; Hebrew with English subtitles) For more information, call the temple office at 941.955.8121 or visit www. templebethsholomfl.org.

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Entertainment - Variety Keyboard Conversations®

eturning to Sarasota for a second season, distinguished American pianist Jeffrey Siegel has been soloist with the world’s greatest orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, London Symphony, New York Philharmonic and more. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee is proud to host Mr. Siegel in Sarasota as he presents Keyboard Conversations®, a polished concertwith-commentary followed by lively Q&A. Keyboard Conversations® presents some of the most familiar and beloved melodies of all time, tunes we all know and love, along with the interesting and touching human stories behind them. Mr. Siegel’s performance is an informal, accessible and highly entertaining introduction to the vast repertoire of the piano and to classical music in general.

Upcoming events: Tuesday, January 21: Bach and the Romantics Tuesday, April 1: Mistresses and Masterpieces All performances start at 8:00 p.m. at the Beatrice Friedman Theater on the Federation Campus. Special thanks to our media sponsors WUSF 89.7 and WSMR 89.1 as well as our newspaper sponsor The Observer Group, and Pritchards Pianos for the piano. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.jfedsrq.org/ events.aspx or call 941.552.6304.

See pages 125-133 for a calendar of community events covering January to June 2014

Arts & Culture Klezmer Concert

he Katz Klezmer Combo consists of six professional musicians who play violin, cornet, clarinet, accordion, drums and bass fiddle. Led by Stan Katz, who played tenor sax and clarinet with the “big bands” in the 1940s, the group has been playing together for over five years and maintains its high standard of authenticity and a large repertoire of klezmer music. The concert will take place on Saturday, February 8 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road. Space is limited. Reservations must be made no later than January 15. Cost is $18 per person. Make your check payable to Congregation for Humanistic Judaism (note ‘concert’ in the memo line) and send it to Barney Sack, 4903 Waterbridge Down, Sarasota, FL 34235. No tickets will be mailed. A reservation list will be kept at the door. For more information, call 941.929.7771.

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resented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, in partnership with the Rabbinical Association of Sarasota-Manatee and area religious institutions, Music Makes Community features the Sacred Service (Avodath Hakodesh) by Ernest Bloch. The event will take place on Thursday, April 3 at 8:15 p.m. at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. World-renowned choral director Matthew Lazar from New York and Israel will conduct, and Jason Stearns of the Metropolitan Opera will serve as baritone soloist. Fifty of our area’s finest professional instrumentalists and a festival choir will accompany Stearns. In the second half of the concert, Maestro Lazar will conduct an inspiring cantorial section of works for choir and can-

torial soloists, highlighting our area’s talented cantors: Cantor Jeff Weber, Cantor Deborah Jacobson, Cantor Cliff Abramson and Cantor Riselle Bain. The final section of this unique evening will be Bima to Broadway, including selections from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Leonard Bernstein’s West Side Story, and George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. The concert will close with a performance of Rhapsody in Blue. For tickets, please visit the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall box office, go to www.vanwezel.org or call 941.953.3368.

Purim Masquerade Ball

he 2014 Purim Masquerade Ball is an exciting new fundraising event co-chaired by Edie & David Chaifetz, Julie & Dr. Joshua Green, and Bunny & Morton Skirboll. This

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Ball is sure to become one of the most eagerly anticipated events in town. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee looks forward to bringing our community together for an enchanted evening of dinner, dancing and “Purim-shpieling” in celebration of the generosity and kindness of our honorees: Esther & Robert Heller, Graci & Dennis McGillicuddy, and Patti & David Wertheimer. The event will take place on Saturday, March 8 at 6:30 p.m. at The RitzCarlton, Sarasota. For more information, please contact Sarah Wertheimer at the Federation at 941.552.6308 or swertheimer@ jfedsrq.org.

Jewish Comedy Night

ack by popular demand, Rabbi Bob Alper returns to Temple Emanu-El for a night of Jewish comedy on Wednesday, March 26 at 7:00 p.m. “The world’s only practicing clergyman doing stand-up comedy…intentionally,” Rabbi Alper performed to a sold-out crowd at Temple Emanu-El four years ago, and his return is eagerly anticipated. Well known for his 100 percent clean yet hilarious takes on Jewish life, Rabbi Alper is heard daily on XM and Sirius satellite radio and performs all over the United States and England. He has appeared on Good Morning America, Extra, Showtime, the BBC and CNN. He is also the author of two books and the producer of two best-selling comedy CDs. Rabbi Alper’s performance is sponsored by Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood. Tickets will go on sale at the beginning of March; general admission and sponsor tickets – which include reserved seating and a dessert reception with Rabbi Alper – will be available. For reservations or more information, please call 941.379.1997.

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ot a traditional cantorial concert, this is sure to be a delightful and entertaining afternoon. In addition to customary liturgical music, there will be music from Israel, Ladino and Yiddish music, a touch of Broadway and opera. Chazzan Cliff Abramson earned his first graduate degree in theater from New York University and has performed on stage, film and television. He was ordained at Hebrew Union College, New York, in 2006 after completing a master’s degree in Sacred Music in 2005. In addition to Jewish music, Chazzan Abramson has also trained in classical music as a tenor and classical guitarist. His eclectic background is reflected in all he does. The performance will also include special guest musicians and the Sinai Singers. The concert takes place on Sunday, March 23 at 5:00 p.m. and will be followed by a reception and dinner. For ticket information, visit www.temple sinai-sarasota.org or call 941.914.1802.

ing shoes. Jeremy Adams of Word of Mouth will serve up a buffet dinner. To register or for more information, please call NCJW’s 24-hour hotline at 941.342.1855. The NCJW website is www.ncjwsarasota-manatee.org.

“Live from NY’s 92nd Street Y”

he 92nd Street Y in New York City has been home to the American Conversation for over 137 years, providing a platform for civic and civil dialogue among the greatest thinkers, leaders and artists of our times. According to President Bill Clinton, “It’s where people come to hear what’s really going on, not the sound bites.” Temple Beth Israel on Longboat

Arts & Culture Key brings to the area the “Live” experience through simulcasts of the events. TBI displays the program on an 8 x 15 screen in its sanctuary, creating an engaging audio/visual experience. The program, spearheaded by June Stern,

is made possible through the generous support of the Rabbi Sanford E. Saperstein Memorial Fund of Temple Beth Israel and the Charlotte P. Graver Fund, which is part of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. The cost is just $5 for nonmembers; it is free for TBI members. Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis. Doors open an hour before the scheduled broadcast. For the schedule and more information, contact the temple office at 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org.

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“Porsches and Poodles in Paradise”

here is fun to be had at “Porsches and Poodles in Paradise,” an extravaganza sponsored by National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) to be held at the Sarasota Classic Car Museum across from the Ringling Museum on Saturday, February 8 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. The proceeds of the event will support NCJW scholarships for non-traditional students. DJ Scott Bivens will take us down memory lane with music from the ’50s and ’60s. You have the option to dress as you wish to get into the mood of the era. Women may don poodle skirts or

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Arts & Culture Author Series: “The Future of the Jews”

n Thursday, January 30, The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee will bring author Amb. Stuart E. Eizenstat, a senior diplomat of international reputation, and his book, The Future of the Jews: How Global Forces are Impacting the Jewish People, Israel, and Its Relationship with the United States, to our community. Eizenstat’s book surveys the major geopolitical, economic and security challenges facing the world in general, and the Jewish world and the United States in particular. He also discusses the enduring nature of and challenges to the strategic alliance between the United States and Israel. Eizenstat’s

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BIW Books and Brown Bag Bunch

he Books and Brown Bag Bunch, hosted by Beth Israel Women, is a popular book club that meets at noon on a Monday each month to review and discuss books with Jewish content. Book selections are available in the Temple Beth Israel Library. Each member brings lunch in a paper bag. BIW provides coffee and dessert. The result is delightful camaraderie, intellectual stimulation, and insights

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into the many facets of Jewish experience the world over. For more information, visit www. tbi-lbk.org or contact chairs Gloria Sabin at 941.387.0316 or Linda Berliner at 941.383.4619. Schedule: January 13: The List by Martin Fletcher, facilitator Louise Solomon February 10: Defending Jacob by William Landay, facilitator Cyvia Snyder March 10: Once We Were Brothers by Ronald H. Barson, facilitator Linda Berliner April 7: The Tin Horse by Janice Steinberg, facilitator Marge Sandy

NCJW Book Group

he National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Book Group meets the second Monday of each month at 1:15 p.m. at the temporary space of the Gulf Gate Library in the Sarasota Square Mall. Entry is most convenient either through JCPenney or the general mall entrance next to Yoder’s market. To join the group, call NCJW’s 24-hour hotline at 941.342.1855. The NCJW website is www.ncjwsarasotamanatee.org. Here are this season’s dates and books to be discussed: January 13: The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian February 10: The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman March 10: Sweet Tooth by Ian McEwan April 14: Light Between the Oceans by ML Stedman May 12: Infidel by Hirsi Ali

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Book Discussion Groups Women of Sinai TBS Book Review Book Group & Discussion

he Women of Sinai host a popular Book Discussion Group monthly on Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. at Temple Sinai. The group meets annually in the spring to select titles that will be interesting reading and inevitably prompt engaging conversations. For more information about the Book Group or Women of Sinai, contact Ronni Freed at ronni462@aol.com or 941.487.7793. Upcoming groups: January 16: Song of Exile, facilitator Lorraine Asarch February 20: The Language of Flowers, facilitator Carole Gorin March 20: The Light Between Oceans, facilitator Judith Handelman May 15: Defending Jacob, facilitator Sara Benesch

emple Beth Sholom’s Idelson Library offers reviews on books that present unusual perspectives on the Jewish experience. The programs are held in the Band/Desenberg Chapel on Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. Light refreshments are served. For more information, call Arlene Hamburger at 941.921.2554. Upcoming reviews: January 29: Harold Halpern will review Rescued from the Reich: How One of Hitler’s Soldiers Saved the Lubavitcher Rebbe by Bryan Mark Rigg February 26: Gail Jagoda will review The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story by Diane Ackerman March 26: Marty Cohn will review The Jewish Annotated New Testament, edited by Amy Jo Levine and Marc C. Brettler

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RT America supports literacy for every man, woman and child in the United States. ORT volunteers realize this goal. For many years, the local ORT chapters have had book clubs for their own intellectual stimulation. If you are interested in joining a warm group of people to discuss books, please call to reserve a spot. The GulfsidePalm ORT Chapter has Tuesday morning and Wednesday morning book clubs. For information about the Tuesday club, call Marcia Frankel at 941.928.4240 or Linda Klafter at 941.922.9001. For information about the Wednesday club, call Lila Feldman at 941.359.3682. The SaraMana ORT Chapter has a Tuesday evening book club. For information, please email Marsha Halpern at marshahalpern@yahoo.com.

rom September to July, Kol HaNeshama, Sarasota’s Reconstructionist congregation, sponsors “Books and Bagels,” a monthly reading group. Members of the reading group select books dealing with Jewish topics and themes or written by Jewish or Israeli authors. Selections alternate between fiction and non-fiction books and offer readers exposure to many different historical eras, from Biblical times to the present day. Meetings are held on the first Sunday of the month at different members’ homes. After a brunch of bagels, lox and other breakfast treats, the discussion leader presents some background information about the book and asks some questions designed to launch the discussion. What follows is a lively and stimulating conversation about the book and the significant issues it raises. It is not necessary to be a member of Kol HaNeshama to participate in this group. For more information, please call 941.244.2042.

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Designate how your gift is to be used. Provide unrestricted funds to help meet community needs now and in the future or provide permanent resources to aid programs or initiatives that are of particular interest to you and your family. It’s up to you! What will the Jewish future look like? That is the question on many minds as people throughout our community work to ensure that Jewish traditions and values are passed on to the next generations. The Jewish Federation of sarasota-Manatee works to instill in our community a strong sense of Jewish identity and a deep connection to our shared Jewish heritage, to Israel and to Jews around the world.

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rom the White House to Helen Thomas, from the world media to the Lubavitcher Rebbe to Israel, Rabbi Nesenoff will present “A Funny Thing Happened When I Was at the White House!” – his story is filled with humor, danger, spirituality and the hand of Hashem. David Nesenoff is an American rabbi, independent filmmaker, singer/ songwriter of contemporary Jewish music, and blogger. His short films have been shown at various festivals including Sundance and the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival. Although David is globally known for exposing Dean of the White House Press Corps Helen Thomas’ anti-Semitic remarks, his presentation includes a deep spiritual message along with sound advice on how to fight antiSemitism, along with how Hashgach Protis, Divine Providence, fits into our lives and our world – and all done with incredible humor. The Shabbat-long event will include a Friday night dinner, Shabbat Kiddush and Saturday Night Kumzitz. For more information or to RSVP, call 941.752.3030 x1.

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Arts & Culture Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Adam Chalom Professor Mark W. at CHJ January 24-26 Rosenblum at Temple Sinai abbi Adam Chalom, Dean for North America of the January 24-26 International Institute for Secular Humanistic Juda-

ism, will present four lectures over the January 24-26 weekend at the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism. Rabbi Chalom, a national leader of Humanistic Judaism, holds a Ph.D. in Hebrew and Jewish Cultural Studies, and serves as rabbi of Kol Hadash in suburban Chicago. A regular contributor to the Chicago Times Religion Blog, he is on the Advisory Council of the Humanist Institute. Rabbi Chalom is the editor of A Provocative People: A Secular History of the Jews by Rabbi Sherwin Wine, founder of Humanistic Judaism. His topic for the weekend will be “Women in Jewish Life.” Until modern times, Jewish women, half of the Jewish people, were not full citizens. What was their experience? What traditional images continue challenging full inclusion? What insights has Jewish feminism offered Jewish women and men? How have we moved forward in the past hundreds of years? Schedule of events Friday, January 24 at 7:30 p.m.: Shabbat celebration and opening session, “Eve, Lilith and the Jewish Women” (free and open to the public) Saturday, January 25, Session I: 10:00 a.m. to noon: “Wives and Daughters – Jewish Women in Jewish Law and Traditional Life” Session II: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.: “Mothers and Workers – Jewish Women in Jewish Culture and Literature” Sunday, January 26, Session III: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.: “Feminist, Prime Minister and Rabbi – Jewish Women in Modern Judaism” Registration required for Saturday and Sunday sessions. $20 per session or $50 for all three sessions. All events are held at Unity, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota. Reservation deadline is January 18. Make your check payable to CHJ and please note “Scholar-in-Residence” in the memo line. Indicate which sessions you will attend and send your check to Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL 34231. For more information, call 941.929.7771.

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emple Sinai’s Scholar-in-Residence welcomes Professor Mark W. Rosenblum, Director of the Jewish Studies Program and Center for Jewish Studies at Queens College. This award-winning historian is an expert on the Middle East and has long been involved in efforts to facilitate Israeli-Palestinian coexistence. The theme of the weekend will be Arab-Israeli politics and relationships. In addition, Mark Rosenblum is Associate Professor of History, Director of the Michael Harrington Center, and Director of the Center for Racial, Religious and Ethnic Understanding. The author of numerous scholarly and popular articles on his field of expertise, Professor Rosenblum has appeared as a Middle East analyst on CNN, CBS, NBC, MSNBC and National Public Radio. He has met with virtually all the major players in the region, including Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, King Abdullah II and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. His project, “The Middle East and America: Clash of Civilizations or Meeting of Minds,” seeks modes of reconciliation for all interested in the Middle East, and recently won a major Ford Foundation grant. He was also one of two winners of an award in the field of Religion, Conflict and Reconciliation by the Clinton Global Initiative. In 1999 the Forward newspaper named him as one of the 50 most influential American Jews, and in 2003 he received the Queens College President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. The weekend includes a presentation during Friday night Shabbat services at 6:00 p.m. and then a traditional Shabbat dinner. A Kiddush lunch follows the Saturday 10:00 a.m. service, where Professor Rosenblum will also speak. The Sunday 9:30 a.m. program includes breakfast. Call 941.924.1802 or visit www.templesinai-sarasota.org for meal prices or other specifics. GULF COAST CONTRACT FURNISHINGS INTERIOR DESIGN BUSINESS & HOSPITALITY FURNITURE PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPACE PLANNING ALLAN M. SHAIVITZ, ASID, FIIDA

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Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Stephen Berk at Temple Dr. Burton L. Visotzky Emanu-El March 21-22 at Temple Beth Sholom emple Emanu-El invites the community to a fasciFebruary 21-22

nating and engaging weekend of learning at the synagogue’s annual Scholar-in-Residence program on March 21 and 22. This year’s Scholar-in-Residence is Dr. Stephen Berk, the Henry and Sally Schaffer Professor of Holocaust and Jewish Studies at Union College in Schenectady, New York. A superb and sought-after speaker and lecturer, Dr. Berk has served as a Scholar-in-Residence at congregations around the country and on overseas trips to Russia, Spain, the Caribbean, Western and Eastern Europe, and Israel. He is acclaimed for his vast knowledge, not only of the Holocaust and Judaica but also of Russia and Middle Eastern politics. Dr. Berk will offer two presentations that are free and open to the community. He will join Rabbi Brenner Glickman on the pulpit and give a lecture during Shabbat services on Friday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m., and give another lecture on Saturday, March 22 at 10 a.m. For more information, please call 941.371.2788.

he 2014 Dr. William and Judith Freund Scholarin-Residence is author and professor Dr. Burton L. Visotzky, the Appleman Professor of Midrash and Interreligious Studies at the Jewish Theological Seminary. He was educated at University of Illinois at Chicago, Harvard and JTS. Dr. Visotzky has held several positions within the JTS, including acting dean of the Graduate School, founding rabbi of egalitarian worship service of the Women’s League Seminary Synagogue, and as the Louis Stein Director of the Louis Finkelstein Institute for Religious and Social Studies. He collaborated with Bill Moyers for the PBS series Genesis: A Living Conversation, was a consultant for the 1998 film The Prince of Egypt, and worked on the ABCTV miniseries Back to the Beginning. In the spring of 2014, Dr. Visotzky will be teaching at the Pontifical University of S. Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum) in Rome. Schedule of events Friday evening service, February 21: “Sage Tales - Rabbinic storytelling and what it still can teach us” Saturday morning service, February 22: “Views on Islam and Developments in Jewish-Muslim Interreligious Engagement” Saturday afternoon Shabbat Shmooze, February 22: Question-and-answer session and additional comments This program is free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of the Dr. William and Judith Freund Scholar-inResidence Fund. The Friday evening service will be preceded by an optional dinner – couvert and advance reservations are required. Please call the temple office at 941.955.8121 for more information or for Friday night dinner reservations.

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Arts & Culture Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Andrea Weiss at Temple Beth Israel January 24-26

emple Beth Israel’s Scholar in Residence program will feature Dr. Andrea Weiss, Associate Professor of Bible at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York. Dr. Weiss was ordained at HUC-JIR in New York in 1993. She earned her doctoral degree from the University of Pennsylvania, department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. Dr. Weiss served as Associate Editor of The Torah: A Women’s Commentary (URJ Press, 2008), which won the Jewish Book Council’s 2008 Everett Family Foundation Jewish Book of the Year Award. She has published Figurative Language in Biblical Prose Narrative: Metaphor in the Book of Samuel (Brill, 2006) and articles on metaphor and biblical poetry.

Her contributions to the Reform Jewish community go well beyond her teaching duties at HUC-JIR. She is a member of the Reform Movement’s Joint Commission on Worship, Music, and Religious Living; a Member-at-Large on the Board of the Central Conference of American Rabbis; a Scholar-in-Residence at national conventions of the Union for Reform Judaism, Women of Reform Judaism and CCAR; and speaks at synagogues throughout North America. Dr. Weiss’ weekend theme is “Why Torah Matters Today: Ancient Texts, Modern Insights.” Schedule of events Friday, January 24 at 8:00 p.m.: Shabbat evening service, “Let Justice Roll

Like Water: Prophetic Roots of Social Action” Saturday, January 25 at 10:00 a.m.: Shabbat morning service, “Turn It and Turn It Again: Uncovering Female Imagery for God in the Hebrew Bible” Sunday, January 26 at 9:30 a.m.: Breakfast Program, “Intermarriage, Homosexuality, and Gender: How Reform Jews Read the Torah Today. The Sunday morning lecture is preceded by breakfast. A small fee will be charged for breakfast. Advance reservations are required. Temple Beth Israel’s Scholar-inResidence program is free and open to the public thanks to the sponsorship of The Rabbi Sanford Saperstein Fund of Temple Beth Israel along with the Community Foundation of Sarasota County and the Charlotte P. Graver Fund.

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Federation Holocaust Programming For information on any of the programs on this Holocaust Speakers Bureau page, please contact Orna Nissan at the Federation at 941.552.6305 or onissan@jfedsrq.org.

Holocaust Survivors’ Luncheon

he Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee hosts the annual Holocaust Survivors’ Luncheon. Traditionally held during Hanukkah, the event brings more than 150 Holocaust survivors and their families together to remember and commemorate their journey of survival and their passion for life.

Generations After

he Generations After group is an organization of descendants of Holocaust survivors whose mission is to raise awareness of the Holocaust and related issues, provide a Speakers Bureau for various topics on the Holocaust, and participate in community events and educational forums. The group, sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, holds monthly meetings to provide members an outlet to share experiences and learn techniques to retell the stories of the Holocaust to family, friends and the community. For more information, visit www.generationsafter.com.

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Stuart E. Eizenstat January 30, 2014 @ 7:00pm Klingenstein Jewish Center The Zell Room 580 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota FL

Tickets: $10.00 (No Refunds) Stuart E. Eizenstat is a senior diplomat of international reputation. His book, The Future of the Jews, surveys the major geopolitical, economic, and security challenges facing the world in general, and the Jewish world and the United States in particular. He also discusses the enduring nature of and challenges to the strategic alliance between the United States and Israel. Eizenstat’s provocative analysis will be of interest to everyone concerned about the future of Jews worldwide and the United States’ role in a world that is confronting unprecedented simultaneous, cataclysmic changes. PRESEnTEd By

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he Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee is committed to providing Holocaust education and awareness programs for our community. The Holocaust Speakers Bureau provides public and private school teachers the unique opportunity to expand their students’ Holocaust awareness by inviting survivors and/or their descendants to share accounts of their experience with students.

Kristallnacht and Yom HaShoah programs

he Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee sponsors an annual Kristallnacht commemoration program. A multi-faceted, community-wide Yom HaShoah event is held annually at an area synagogue featuring readings, prayers and music.

Community Remember Me Holocaust Fruit Tree Orchard Garden

he Community Remember Me Holocaust Fruit Tree Orchard Garden was developed on the campus of Temple Beth Sholom to remember the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust. To participate, a child’s name from the Yad Vashem database list of innocent children who perished in the Holocaust is selected, and a fruit-bearing tree is planted in the Orchard in remembrance of their plight. Churches and congregations are also encouraged to participate. The suggested voluntary donation is $36 to receive a name from the database. The actual cost of the tree, memorial plaque and upkeep is $180 per tree. This project is sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee in partnership with The Rosenthal Family Fund and The Blumenthal Family Fund.

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Florida Holocaust Museum

he Florida Holocaust Museum honors the memory of millions of innocent men, women and children who suffered or died during the Holocaust. The Museum is dedicated to teaching members of all races and cultures to recognize the inherent worth and dignity of human life in order to prevent future genocides. The central focus of the Museum’s mission is to educate others, especially future generations, about the Holocaust, other genocides, and human rights abuses that have occurred throughout history. The Museum accomplishes this through many established educational processes that include art, artifacts, testimony and literature.

Exhibitions

Through a collection of photographs, testimonies and historical artifacts relating to the Holocaust, visitors are guided through the comprehensive core exhibit, which is divided into

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twelve areas. It takes visitors from the flourishing days of pre-war life of Eastern Europe, through the events of the Holocaust, concentration camps and, ultimately, the birth of the State of Israel. Located in the central atrium of the exhibition space and resting on railroad tracks from Treblinka is a Polish boxcar of the type used by the Nazis to transport Jews and other men, women and children to the killing centers.

General information

The Florida Holocaust Museum was instrumental in shaping and passing legislation to mandate Holocaust education in Florida public schools. More than 160,000 people have viewed 27 different exhibits. Twenty-five hundred teachers have received Holocaust education training from the Museum, and more than 100,000 students have visited the Museum.

The Museum offers the following services: Author Lecture Series, Community Outreach Speakers Bureau, Survivor Services, Traveling Exhibits, Video Testimonies, Library, Generations After (children and grandchildren of survivors).

Tour information

Docent-led tours are available for schools and groups of ten or more by appointment. This guided tour includes the theater, permanent exhibition, changing exhibition gallery, library and memorial rooms.

Location and hours

The Museum is located at 55 Fifth Street South in downtown St. Petersburg. Hours are 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily, except on Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. For more information, please call 727.820.0100 or visit www. flholocaustmuseum.org.

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014 promises to be another exciting year for The Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida in Naples. Special exhibits and events are planned with community-wide interest. The Museum continues to “make history personal” for the students who participate in its programs, and the visitors who tour the Museum. Highlighting the personal experiences of Holocaust survivors and camp liberators living in Southwest Florida, the Museum presents history in a way that makes an emotional connection. This connection lasts long after the school program or tour ends, and impacts how the people we have reached live their lives in the future. Education mission The Museum’s mission is to promote respect and understanding by teaching the history and lessons of the Holocaust. Age-appropriate education outreach programs are available for grades K-12. Programming includes

Museum field trips, presentations by Holocaust survivors and camp liberators, and information on current world events. Professional development seminars for teachers are also offered. Community outreach programs and private

group tours are available by appointment. The authentic Holocaust-era railway boxcar at the Museum is on loan from Jack and F.E. Nortman and the Nortman family. Location and hours The Museum, located at 4760 Tamiami Trail North (US 41), just south of Pine Ridge Rd. in Naples, is open year-round, and available to the public Tuesdays through Sundays (closed Mondays and major U.S. holidays). January-April

hours are 12:30-5:00 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays, and 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Sundays. May-December hours are Tuesdays through Sundays, 1:00-4:00 p.m. For more information on daily docent-led tours, call 239.263.9200 or visit www.holocaustmuseumswfl.org. 2014 programming The Museum will offer three lecture series: Quarterly Survivor Discussion Series, Elliott Katz Lunchtime Lecture Series, and a World War II History Series. Check the website for details. January: 4th Annual Student Art Show Exhibit; International Holocaust Remembrance Day February: “Safe Haven” Exhibit; “Safe Haven” survivor presentation March: “Untitled – Myra Roberts” Art Exhibit; Triumph 2014 – “Lives of Purpose” Annual Fundraiser April – May: “The Ghost Army” Exhibit; Memorial Day program June-July: “Hollywood’s Who’s Who in World War II” Exhibit

Jewish Congregation of Venice Rabbi Daniel Krimsky and Cantor Marci Vitkus welcome you to weekly Friday night services and Oneg Shabbat. We use the new Reform prayer book, enhanced with vocal, choral and instrumental music. We embrace Jewish diversity, welcome Jews of all backgrounds, interfaith families, and anyone interested in Judaism.

Our Religious School, grades K-8, is partially sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Curriculum includes Judaic studies, Hebrew instruction and Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation.

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Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

his is the only museum telling the story of 250 years of Florida Jewish life. Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU on South Beach is housed in two lovingly restored buildings that were formerly synagogues for Miami Beach’s first congregation. Both on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1936 Art Deco building features Jewish historical exhibits and boasts

a copper dome, marble bimah and 80 stained-glass windows while the 1929 building contains Jewish art exhibits. The core MOSAIC exhibit shows how Jews maintained their traditions and communities as they contributed to develop the state. Changing temporary exhibits focus on themes of Jewish history, art and culture—each with a Florida connection. Jewish history time

lines, films, Orovitz Museum Store, and a Collections and Research Center complete the experience, in addition to a full schedule of programs that complement exhibit themes. Annual programs include Florida Jewish History Month and Jewish American Heritage Month (both initiated by the Museum), Purim events, Judaica competitions and Breaking the Glass Ceiling Awards. Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day except Mondays and holidays. For more information: Jo Ann Arnowitz, Executive Director & Chief Curator 305.672.5044 x3180 or director@jewishmuseum.com www.jewishmuseum.com 301 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139

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there should be no barriers to education. Through the generosity of our donors, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County is able to invest $2 million annually into education. We award more than $1.3 million in scholarships annually, and support programs such as EdExploreSRQ, Any Given Child, and Campaign for Grade Level Reading, which provide experiential learning experiences and arts access, and help children learn to read. Please call us or visit our website to learn how you can help provide a better future for Sarasota’s students.

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Speakers/Lectures “People of Faith to Faith * Please note the Book” date change

he Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, in partnership with The Ringling, is proud to bring author Robert Edsel and his novel, The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History, to the Sarasota-Manatee community on *Monday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Riverview High School Auditorium. Robert M. Edsel is the author of two other non-fiction books, Rescuing Da Vinci and Saving Italy. He is the coproducer of the documentary film, The Rape of Europa, and Founder and President of the Monuments Men Foundation for the Preservation of Art. While in Florence, Italy, Edsel developed a great passion for art and architecture and became curious as to how so many of the monuments and great works of art survived the thefts and devastation of World War II. What began as a question evolved into an impassioned journey to unravel the secrets and heroics of the Monuments Men, the unsung heroes who saved the world’s greatest art and cultural treasures for the benefit of civilization. The Monuments Men has been optioned as a feature film written, directed by and starring George Clooney with Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett and Bill Murray set for release in February 2014. A brand new event for our Federation, “People of the Book” will serve to recognize and thank donors to the Federation’s Annual Campaign; those making a minimum gift of $36 individual/$72 family are invited to attend the event as guests of the Federation. For more information or to make your reservation, visit www.jfedsrq.org/ events.aspx or call 941.552.6301.

Art in the Afternoon

he Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee invites the community for a panel discussion about Christians and Jews working together for Israel. This discussion will focus on breaking down religious barriers and finding common ground: our mutual love for Israel. The panel will feature internationally-known leaders in interfaith work. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to advocate for Israel. This event will be held at Church of Hope (1560 Wendell Kent Road, Sarasota) on Tuesday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m. The event is free; a $10 donation at the door is recommended. Make your reservation at www.jfedsrq.org/events. aspx or call 941.552.6304.

he Brandeis National Committee of Sarasota presents “Music, Art, Drama,” a three-event series to be held at The Meadows Country Club, 3101 Longmeadow, Sarasota. The programs will be held on Tuesdays, January 14, February 11 and March 11 at 11:00 a.m., and include Jean Renoux on the Art and Architecture of Prague, Diane Steinbrink performing monologues of Neil Simon, and a presentation of Stephen Sondheim. The performances are followed by a delicious lunch, which can be selected with your reservation. The events are open to the public. The cost for BNC members is $30 for a single event or $75 for the series; $40 for guests for a single event, $110 for the series. RSVP by January 2 to Janet at 941.388.9624 or Ann at 941.349.6713.

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r. Mordechai Kedar, the Director of the Center for Study of the Middle East and Islam, a research associate of the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, and a lecturer in the Department of Arabic at Bar-Ilan University in Israel, is one of Israel’s leading figures in understanding the Arab world. He is the Middle East analyst for the daily newspaper Makor Rishon, and is a frequent guest in the Israeli, Arab and international media. Dr. Kedar will return to Sarasota on Monday, February 3 at 7:00 p.m., sponsored by the Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. This free event will be held at Ringling College of Art and Design’s Aca-

Speakers/Lectures demic Center Auditorium. Reservations required – visit www.jfedsrq.org/events. aspx for more details or to RSVP.

The event will be held at the Polo Grill in Lakewood Ranch. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at www. jfedsrq.org/events.aspx or by calling 941.552.6304.

Jewish Experience in the U.S. Military “To Life!”

oin The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee and the Jewish Club at Lakewood Ranch on Sunday, January 19 at 10:30 a.m. for “Jews in the Military: Our Service to the Nation,” featuring U.S. Army Col. Bob Taradash. Col. Taradash will discuss his experiences as a Jew serving all over the world in the Army for over 30 years and specifically during three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He will also examine the U.S. Army’s historical connection to the Holocaust and the Liberation designation given to some Army units.

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ark your calendar for 1:00 p.m. on the third Sunday of the month, January through May, at Kobernick House. The Jewish Genealogical Society of Southwest Florida’s “To Life!” series promises to be an exciting journey to both past and future. Lectures are free and open to the public. This season’s schedule: January 19: Jewish Chorale February 16: Mike Schwartz presents “Finding Relatives in Surprising Ways” March 16: Sabrina Silverberg presents “From Madrid to Marrakesh” April 20: Show and Tell May 18: Donna Moughty presents “Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are! Hide and Seek on the Internet” For more information, please contact Kim Sheintal, President JGS of SWFL, at 941.921.1433 or klapshein@ aol.com. To learn more about JGS, visit www.jgsswf.org.

Book and Author Luncheon

he Brandeis National Committee of Sarasota presents Paul Green, author of Forgotten Hostages, a personal account of Washington’s first major terror attack. Millions of Jews connect with with Jewish Millions of Jews connect Jewish traditional Judaism. The event will be held at Michael’s culture but not Judaism. culture butwith not traditional with traditional Judaism. On East, 1212 East Avenue, Sarasota, You may be them. one of them. You may You be mayone be of one of them. on Sunday, February 9 from 11:00 a.m. CheckCheck our Event Calendar and Visit Us! Us!to 2:00 p.m. our Event Calendar and Visit The cost is $40 for members and $45 for guests. Books will be available Congregation for for Congregation for purchase and signed by author. Humanistic Judaism Humanistic Judaism Unity, Unity, 30233023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL FL RSVP by January 31 to Toby Halpern Proctor Rd, Sarasota, 941.929.7771 www.chj-sarasota.org 941.929.7771 www.chj-sarasota.org at 941.359.0550 or Sara Benesch at 941.925.1516 or bncsrq@gmail.com.

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Speakers/Lectures A kosher brunch at 11:00 a.m. will Local Survivors in precede the Yom HaShoah program. Reservations are required. Students are Books and Films

arasota is richly blessed with a wealth of cultural contributions made by the hundreds of Holocaust survivors who have settled in the area. Among the numerous local survivors whose lives are recorded in books and films are Pieter Kohnstam, Dr. Thomas O. Hecht, Sonia Fuentes, Dr. Edward and Halina Herman, Margot Coville, Elie Wiesel and Marie Winkelman. In observance of Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on Sunday, April 27, the Al Katz Center will feature books and films documenting the lives of these local survivors and others. Within this extraordinary group are great leaders in science, academia, law, art, and the building of the State of Israel.

welcome. The cost is $7 per adult and $3 per student. Holocaust survivors are free. This commemoration program is open to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

“On the Chocolate Trail”

oing to synagogue might not seem like the most romantic way to spend Valentine’s Day, but Temple Emanu-El will tempt you with a special Shabbat featuring author and scholar Rabbi Deborah Prinz, talking about that most important staple of Valentine’s Day: chocolate! On Friday, February 14 at 7:30

Arts & Culture p.m., Temple Emanu-El welcomes Rabbi Prinz for a mini Scholar-inResidence stint during Shabbat services as she shares wisdom and stories from her book On the Chocolate Trail: A Delicious Adventure Connecting Jews, Religions, History, Travel, Rituals and Recipes to the Magic of Cacao (Jewish Lights, 2012). A sought-after speaker whose book has been featured in HaAretz, The Wall Street Journal, the Jewish Journal, and many more publications, Rabbi Prinz will speak about the Jews’ little-known role in the chocolate trade and the Jewish influence on the chocolate we know and love today. A special oneg featuring – what else? – chocolate treats will follow the service and Rabbi Prinz’s talk. All are welcome! For more information, please call 941.371.2788.

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he Brandeis National Committee, Sarasota Chapter, will present acclaimed novelist Stephen McCauley on Sunday, January 12 at the University on Wheels brunch at the Prestancia Country Club, 4409 TPC Drive. His talk, “Pseudonyms and Surprises: One Novelist’s Journey in the Ever Changing World of Literature,” will be presented from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Author McCauley is Associate Director of Creative Writing at Brandeis University and has written eight novels, several of which have been made into popular films. To register, call Shari Paler at 414.628.8229.

Speakers/Lectures NCJW “Lunch Anne Frank’s stepsister and Learns” ational Council of Jewish Eva Schloss Women (NCJW) sponsors two

“Lunch and Learn” meetings each year devoted to thought-provoking issues of the day. Sessions begin at 11:30 a.m., are held in private homes and attendance is limited. On Wednesday, January 29, the topic is “Domestic Violence – The Tracy Thurman Story.” On Wednesday, April 9, the topic is “Forgotten Refugees, Israel.” To register and information on the location, please call NCJW’s 24-hour hotline at 941.342.1855. The NCJW website is www.ncjwsarasota-manatee. org.

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rs. Eva Schloss will share her experiences as the childhood friend and stepsister of Anne Frank, including accounts of the publishing of Anne’s famed diary. The presentation will take place at the Riverview High School Auditorium. This is a special opportunity to hear a firsthand account from someone whose life intersected with one of the most compelling figures in our history. The event, which is sponsored by The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee, takes place on Wednesday, February 26 at 3:30 p.m. For more information, please call 941.925.0770.

Interfaith Tea at Temple Emanu-El

ollowing the success of the past three years’ events, which drew over 200 attendees from all over the community, the Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El is pleased to announce the fourth annual Interfaith Tea on Wednesday, May 14 at the synagogue. The community is warmly invited to attend this special cultural program. While enjoying tea and homemade sweets, attendees will hear from a panel of local women representing various faiths, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Mennonite, Baha’i, Quakerism, Hinduism and Humanism. These women will explain their religious traditions and beliefs, as well as the ritual and ceremonial objects associated with their practices. There will be opportunities for questions and answers as well as casual socializing. The Sisterhood Interfaith Tea is hosted in cooperation with the Women’s Interfaith Network and is chaired by Dorothy Quint. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Quint at 941.359.9417.

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ach month, the Idelson Library features the interesting life of a Temple Beth Sholom member. Presentations are on Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. and take place in the Band/ Desenberg Chapel at Temple Beth Sholom. Upcoming schedule: January 8: Lynda Feldmar will recount entertaining highlights from her careers as a registered nurse and a teacher of students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. February 5: Norm Olshansky will talk about his work with the AntiDefamation League, including

prove his PR with his American media audience, and other unusual and exciting jobs. March 5: Ruth Ades will speak about her lifelong involvement with the world Jewish community. For more information, please call the temple office at 941.955.8121.

“Being Jewish and Female in America”

n Thursday, January 9, Congregation Kol HaNeshama will sponsor a lecture by Letty Cottin Pogrebin. Ms. Pogrebin will

Arts & Culture speak on “Being Jewish and Female in America.” Beginning at 7:00 p.m., the lecture will be held at the South Gate Community Center. A well-known journalist and novelist, Ms. Pogrebin was a founding editor of Ms. Magazine, editor of the anthology Stories for Free Children, and consulting editor on Free to Be You and Me. Her memoir, Deborah, Golda, and Me: Being Female and Jewish in America, is an exploration of her own “struggle to integrate a feminist head with a Jewish heart” (Random House web page). For more information or to RSVP, call 941.244.2042.

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Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34243 941.351.8000 www.asolorep.org Florida Studio Theatre 1241 North Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941.366.9000 www.floridastudiotheatre.org Manatee Players, Inc. 502 3rd Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34205 941.748.0111 www.manateeplayers.com

Venice Theatre 140 West Tampa Ave. Venice, FL 34285 941.488.1115 www.venicestage.com

January 2 - February 2 It is April 1865 and the Civil War has ended. A wounded Jewish Confederate soldier discovers his family home is nearly destroyed and only two former

January 9 - 19 Billy Bigelow’s romance to Julie Jordan lives on in Carousel, the Rodgers & Hammerstein classic. The beautiful and haunting score contains such wellknown songs as If I Loved You, June is Bustin’ Out All Over and the inspiring anthem You’ll Never Walk Alone. www.theplayers.org

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Thru February 22 Thurgood is a powerful play based on the life of Justice Thurgood Marshall. From a childhood in the back alleys of Baltimore to the Supreme Court of the United States, Justice Marshall overcame many adversities. A journey of epic proportions, Thurgood is an eye-opening, humorous and uplifting portrait of a true American hero. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. www.floridastudiotheatre.org

slaves remain. As they reunite to celebrate Passover, the annual holiday of freedom from bondage, they uncover a series of secrets that bind them together but, ultimately, might cost each man his freedom. The Whipping Man, by Matthew Lopez, is a thought-provoking drama. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. www.wbttroupe.org

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January 21 Jerry Lewis is an Academy Award winner, Hollywood/Las Vegas icon, humanitarian, and an international treasure. In his new show, he shares stories and rarely seen film clips of some of his greatest moments on screen with your favorite entertainers. With jokes you’ll want to remember to retell your friends, the show includes a hilarious audience Q and A. See Jerry live on stage and you may get the chance to speak to the world’s King of Comedy. www.vanwezel.org January 22 The Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel was founded in 1950 and in recent years has become the focal point of musical life in Haifa and northern Israel. The Orchestra has recently expanded its activities throughout the country. With Principal Guest Conductor Boguslaw Dawidow, and Pianist Roman Rabinovich. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. www.vanwezel.org

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February 18 - March 9 L’il Bit has put her past behind her, but her dark and dangerous relationship with her Uncle Peck continues to haunt her in Paula Vogel’s How I Learned To Drive, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play about disturbing family relationships and a culture that sexualizes young women. www.asolorep.org February 18 - March 16 Oklahoma!, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein’s first collaboration, remains their most innovative. Set in a Western Indian Territory just after the turn of the 20th century, this highspirited musical set the standards and established the rules of musical theatre still being followed today. www.venicestage.com continued on next page

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March 7 Jerry Seinfeld, America’s Premier Comedian, returns to the Van Wezel performing his signature stand-up routine for one night only! Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. You don’t want to miss your chance to see this Emmy® and Golden Globe Awardwinning entertainment icon. www.vanwezel.org March 11 The Wonderful Wizard of Song: The Music of Harold Arlen is an extravaganza of music designed to make you want to sing, make you want to dance, and make you happier than you have been in years! Filled with nostalgic ear-tingling tunes, The Three Crooners are your hosts, guiding you from The Cotton Club to the Broadway stage, and to Hollywood with rare, behind-

Live events at local theaters the-scenes footage from The Wizard of Oz! A joyous jukebox musical filled with the greatest hits of Oz composer Harold Arlen (the child of a Jewish cantor), including That Old Black Magic, Stormy Weather, Get Happy, Paper Moon, Somewhere Over the Rainbow and many others. www.vanwezel.org March 15 An entertainment legend of unparalleled accomplishment and talent, Joan Rivers is an internationally renowned comedienne, Emmy® Award-winning television talk show host, Tony® Awardnominated actress, bestselling author, playwright, screenwriter, film director, columnist, lecturer, syndicated radio host, jewelry designer, cosmetic-company entrepreneur, and red-carpet fashion laureate! She’s outrageous and uncensored! www.vanwezel.org

March 20 - 30 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a rollicking musical based on the popular 1988 film about two smooth-talking con men swindling wealthy women in the south of France. A hilarious battle of cons ensues that will keep audiences guessing to the very end! Music and lyrics by David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane. www.theplayers.org

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April 2 - 27 Called by TIME magazine “The best play of 2012, hands down,” 4000 Miles is a funny and moving masterpiece by Amy Herzog that looks at how two outsiders find their way in the world today. 21-year-old Leo has just bicycled 4,000 miles from Seattle to the West Village apartment of his grandmother, Vera. When his overnight sleepover turns into an extended stay, Vera’s surprising political views collide with Leo’s

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adapted from the book by Jean Webster. Music and Lyrics by Paul Gordon. Book by John Caird. Begins February 5 in the Gompertz Theatre

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Live events at local theaters carefree hippie lifestyle and the two become a veritable odd couple. Slowly, Leo begins to reveal the mysterious events of his journey and the two discover the narrow line between growing up and growing old. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee. www.asolorep.org April 3 Music Makes Community – Jewish music for the next generation sung by a community festival chorus and orchestra led by world famous choral director, Matthew Lazar, and the Metropolitan Opera’s Jason Stearns, featuring “The Sacred Service” of Ernest Bloch and interdenominational soloists performing selections from popular Broadway musicals. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. www.vanwezel.org

April 3 - 13 In Denial by Peter Sagal, Bernard Cooper has published a book claiming his belief that the Holocaust was fiction perpetrated by Jews in order to gain global sympathy. He is arrested for provoking violence and appeals to the American Civil Liberties Union. Will the question of civil liberties and individuals’ rights reach a limit? www.theplayers.org April 28 Presenting the Florida premiere of Voices of the Holocaust, Gloria Musicae collaborates with the Sarasota Jewish Chorale, Sarasota Young Voices, Booker High School Music and Dance Programs, Sarasota-Manatee Dance Alliance and the Chroma Quartet in this multimedia production. This community-wide endeavor, sponsored by Clair Johnson, the Tourist Develop-

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May 1 - 18 My One and Only takes the heart-stopping songs, ’S Wonderful, Funny Face and, of course, My One and Only, from George and Ira Gershwin’s Funny Face, along with great numbers from several other Gershwin shows, and joins them with a new book which is frothy and fun. The show has more dancing than most, and the dancing is a great deal of fun. www.manateeplayers.com

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Arts & Culture ORT Fashion Show Luncheon

he GulfsidePalm and SaraMana ORT Chapters invite you to “ORT in Bloom” for an elegant extravaganza that women of all ages will enjoy. This event will be held at the Michael’s On East ballroom at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 23. Featured will be Phil Mancini’s delicious gourmet food choices, vendor tables, silent auction, disc jockey, and fashions by Dillard’s. Come for a fun afternoon. $48 per person. For more information, please call Barbara Berliner at 941.907.0317.

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very year, Beth Israel Women (BIW) of Temple Beth Israel host a Fashion Show where temple members strut their stuff down the runway. This year’s event will be held on Monday, February 3 at Michael’s On East. Produced by Dream Weaver, the fashion show will feature a long catwalk and lively music for a fabulously entertaining experience. The BIW Fashion Show Luncheon is open to the public. Tickets are $50 per person and require a reservation. For more information or to RSVP, call the temple office at 941.383.3428.

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he Sisterhood of Temple Beth Sholom is pleased to present its annual fashion show – Sophisticated Ladies: Style and Samba Fashion Show Luncheon – and silent auction. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious luncheon catered by Michael’s On East, while viewing the latest designer fashions from Evelyn & Arthur. Ballroom dancing will be exhibited by Dynasty Dance Club. Proceeds benefit the Sisterhood’s mission to provide scholarships for religious school and summer camp and to fund other children’s and youth needs. This event will take place at Temple Beth Sholom on Wednesday, February 12 at noon. Couvert is $45 per person, payable to TBS Sisterhood and reservations are required by February 1. For more information, contact Honey Salzman at honey3133@aol.com or 941.371.3049 or Hannah Puckhaber at 941.377.8668.

illard’s will be providing the stunning fashions for the annual Fashion Show and Luncheon for the Women of Sinai on Thursday, January 23. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. with coffee and shopping the various accessory and jewelry vendors. Come and see what will be trending in fashion for the spring ahead. Women of Sinai members will be strutting their stuff as models of the apparel. A brave man or two might also be on the runway. The event takes place in the Social Hall at Temple Sinai, 4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota. The cost is $30. For more information, please call 941.922.3615 or visit www.templesinaisarasota.org.

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Temple Sinai Jewish Food Festival

he 6th Annual Jewish Food Festival at Temple Sinai takes place on Sunday, January 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Start with bagels and a schmear and move right into all the traditional comfort foods like brisket, corned beef and matzoh ball soup. A large selection of delectable baked goods is also available. Admission is free to this event that takes place rain or shine. You may eat in, or carryout is always a popular option. This year’s event is sponsored in part by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, Right at Home, Graphic Jam, and Autumn of Sarasota. Media partnerships include SRQ Media and WSRQ talk radio, who will be doing an onsite live broadcast. All Faiths Food Bank is the community partner and guests are encouraged to bring a canned good or non-perishable donation for them. The day includes a Health Fair with displays from numerous health-related companies as well as a used book sale, and many craft and art vendors. Temple Sinai is located at 4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota. Enter off of Proctor between Swift and Beneva. For more information, call 941.924.1802 or visit www.templesinai-sarasota.org.

“Jewish Comfort Foods”

udaism and comfort foods are inextricably intertwined from antiquity through the present. The comfort food experience can be very relaxing, motivating and healthy as many comfort foods are wholesome, natural and even organic. The Al Katz Center is committed to the principle of feeding the body and Jewish soul with healthy kosher foods in order to enhance Jewish identity and safeguard human health. Recipes are provided and exchanged. Vegetarian options are always available. The comfort food experience is combined in natural symbiosis with the slow-eating movement. So enjoy good food, good music and good conversation in an aesthetic setting. Schedule: ÎÎ January 16: Tu B’Shevat seder - feast of fruits and grains – plus planting saplings in pots for Tu B’Shevat ÎÎ February 20: Traditional Shabbat comfort foods ÎÎ March 14: Purim favorites ÎÎ April 14 & 15: Passover seders ÎÎ May 5: Israeli comfort foods – vegetarian ÎÎ June 2: Shavuot comfort foods – dairy Programs are open to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

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t the Jewish Congregation of Venice (JCV) Annual Food Festival, held Sunday, February 16, “Delilicious” is the word for corned beef and pastrami sandwiches, chicken soup with matzo balls, brisket platter, blintzes, latkes, stuffed cabbage, herring, chopped liver, kugel and home-baked treats. The Festival also includes a fabulous flea market, jewelry sale, raffles, games, live Jewish-themed music and kids’ activities. Visitors enjoy an outdoor lunch in beautiful weather, with tents available in case of rain. By afternoon, the takeout counter does a brisk business as families bring home enough for a full-course dinner. There’s free admission and free parking on JCV’s spacious 10-acre campus. The Food Festival has been drawing crowds of over 5,000 guests from all across the South County area. For more information, please call Beata Hulliger at the Jewish Congregation of Venice at 941.484.2022, or visit www.jewishcongregationofvenice.org.

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nitters and crocheters who wish to use their talents to brighten the lives of others are warmly invited to join the monthly gatherings of Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood’s Mitzvah Knitting Group. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the temple’s social hall. Participants in the Mitzvah Knitting Group socialize and chat while crafting blankets, caps and booties for babies. These handmade creations are donated to local groups serving needy families – such as Mothers Helping Mothers – or to expectant mothers in Israel. It is a warm, friendly and welcoming group of good knitters – and good people. Newcomers are always welcome. Mitzvah Knitting Group participants are asked to bring their own knitting needles or crochet hook and – if desired – a favorite pattern and yarn. Patterns and yarn will also be provided. For more information, please contact Mitzvah Knitting Group leader Susan Bernstein at susanhope22@ comcast.net.

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andy with crochet hooks? Nimble with needles? A group from the Temple Beth Sholom Sisterhood meets monthly to crochet and/or knit newborn hats and other craft projects. Bring your own needles, hooks and acrylic worsted weight yarn. The group usually meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. The Spring 2014 dates include January 30, February 27, March 27 and May 29. Pizza and drinks are available for $3 per person. If you would like more information, contact Molly Ballow at 941.377.1340 or mollysquilts.bal@aol.com.

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nder the direction of the Religious School Social Committee, Temple Emanu-El offers sports, games, campouts, classes and mitzvah projects to bring young families together. Activities include an intergenerational food-sorting project at All Faiths Food Bank, a toy drive for needy children, a family campout at Turtle Beach, Adult Sunday School, a Passover cooking class, and a wintertime bonfire Havdalah held at a private home, with a cookout, socializing for children and adults, and a chance to roast marshmallows. Rounding out the year are a Family Bowling Day, Moms and Dads Nights Out, and other activities to help parents and children feel part of a vibrant and welcoming Jewish community. Activities are open to the public. For more information on these activities, please call the Social Committee Chair at 941.379.1997.

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This program is open to the community. For more information, contact Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

Mah Jongg & More

he Women of Sinai hosts its 12th Annual Mah Jongg & More event on Thursday, March 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Enjoy an all-day event including door prizes and fabulous food. A continental breakfast starts the morning, a lovely buffet lunch is served, and chocolate-covered pretzels end it in a sweet way. Bring your friends to play the game of your choice. Men, you are invited to put together a poker table! $25 per person. This event sells out fast! Contact Rae Ellen at 941.751.5340 or brlevene@ gmail.com.

Rummikub, backgammon or cards, you will enjoy the annual GulfsidePalm ORT Game Day on Wednesday, January 22 at Laurel Oak Country Club (2700 Gary Player Boulevard, Sarasota). Come for a delightful day while supporting ORT schools and programs. The cost of $36 per person includes lunch and game tables. The day begins at 10:30 a.m. followed by a buffet lunch with a bountiful array of salads, fresh fruit and desserts. Bring your own game equipment. Play games as soon as you arrive. Bring your friends. If you do not have a full table, we will try to put one together for you. The reservation deadline is January 17. For more information, please call Meryl Cohen at 941.923.1900. To reserve your spot, call Rhona Hecht at 941.371.6936.

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elax with coffee, tea and a variety of tasty light brunch foods to start the day and the week on a happy note. This is an informal time to gather at the Al Katz Center in a warm atmosphere of friendship and sharing. As always, there are loads of board games, reading materials, music and films available for those who wish to inform or entertain themselves at the Center. Choose your favorite activity or simply choose to schmooze. For anyone who is a casual person or someone whose week abounds in work, this is a great opportunity to experience the simple pleasures in life with others in the community. Some may become part of the Sarasota Jewish community for the first time, and others may renew their bonds with fellow Jews. Either way is great! Two events are scheduled: Sun-

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he Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee is collaborating with Art Center Sarasota in the area’s first exhibition showcasing art by emerging and established Israeli artists. People have a fixed image in their minds when they think of Israel, and it mostly involves violence and unrest. This is not a true perception of what is actually happening in Israel. There are highly creative artists who are expressing themselves and painting a truer picture of Israel. Working with well-known Israeli curator Shosh Dagan, the Art Center will showcase a diverse variety of artists working in different mediums such as painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, woodwork, video, jewelry and embroidery. One of the artists, Ohad Zlotnick, who makes three-dimensional sculptures of Hebrew letters, will come to Sarasota to assemble the sculptures into a complete alphabet and talk to visitors about his work. The exhibition takes place at Art Center Sarasota, 707 North Tamiami Trail, from March 13 through April 25, with an opening reception for the public on Thursday, March 13 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. For more information, call 941.365.2032 or visit www.artsarasota. org.

“Art By Grandmas”

his art show is a fundraiser for the Al Katz Center, and its only requirement to exhibit art work appropriate for all ages is that the artist must be a Jewish grandparent, in honor of the elders in Sarasota! Proceeds from the sale of the art works will be used to fund the year-round advocacy services the Center provides, without cost, to elders in distress and need throughout

Art, Clothing & Estate Sales this area and the nation, both Jewish and non-Jewish. Artistic creations in various media will be displayed indoors and outdoors on Sunday, March 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The show will include photography, paintings, sculptures, jewelry and crafts. Spend the morning or afternoon experiencing the beauty of Sarasota’s accomplished Jewish artists’ pieces and admiring the creative spirit of Jewish elders. This program is open to the community. To display artworks, an application is required. For more information, contact Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

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his annual fall fundraiser for the Jewish Congregation of Venice offers a lively bazaar featuring antique furniture, unique collectibles, assorted arts and crafts, and booths from various community vendors. A delicious lunch can be purchased with favorite deli sandwiches, choice “noshes,” and homemade bakery treats. For more information, contact Beata at 941.484.2022 or jcvenice2@ gmail.com.

Estate and Rummage Sale

he Fourth Annual Estate and Rummage Sale, sponsored by the Sisterhood and Brotherhood of Temple Emanu-El, will be held Wednesday and Thursday, March 5 and 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the synagogue. All proceeds of the event will benefit the charitable and educational programs of Brotherhood and Sisterhood as well as Temple Emanu-El Religious School. Items have been collected since the early fall and are noteworthy for their excellent quality. Attendees are sure

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to receive great bargains on indoor and outdoor furniture, kitchen supplies and appliances, toys, collectibles, tools, shoes and clothing, dishes, china, books, DVDs, and plenty of tchotchkes and knickknacks. The community is warmly invited to the event. For more information, please call 941.371.2788.

Empty Your Closets Sale

he community is invited to support the elder advocacy services and Jewish programming of the Al Katz Center by emptying your closets for a grand sale on Sunday, February 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help mark items in advance on February 7 and to sell them on February 9 to the public. Through its advocacy services, provided free-of-charge to elders in distress, crisis and need, the Center has assisted dozens of Jewish and nonJewish families struggling with guardianship and various Holocaust survivor issues. Some cases require hundreds of hours of work. Without such advocacy, these elders feel abandoned by society, vulnerable and unable to resolve major conflicts in their lives. Items for the sale will be received on February 6 and 7 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please contribute gentlyused clothing, furnishings, decorative items and toys for the sale, and please attend the sale yourself to benefit the elders in need in this area. This sale is open to the community. For more information, contact Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

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ooking for a Jewish home? Temple Sinai welcomes you with a smile, open arms and open hearts. Serving Reform and liberal Jews since 1991, Temple Sinai embraces young and old, diverse backgrounds, and families of all kinds into the congregational extended family. Together, members engage with the past and joyfully share in living Jewish life within the congregation and in the larger community. Rabbi Geoffrey Huntting and Chazzan Cliff Abramson have created a participatory worship style for Shabbat

Temple Sinai offers something for all ages and stages of life, always with Jewish learning and community at the core. Highlights include: ÎÎ The Gan at Temple Sinai early childhood program is NAC accredited and offers VPK. ÎÎ The Religious School facilitates exceptional learning for Grades K-12, including Consecration, Family Fun Days, Hebrew classes at two locations, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Confirmation and Rabbi Shmooze for 11th and 12th graders. ÎÎYouth groups for grades 6-12 affiliated with NFTY. ÎÎLifelong Learning for adults including weekly Torah Talk and Brown Bag lunch discussions with the rabbi, classes on a variety of subjects, a film and dinner series, a Scholar-inResidence weekend and Chazzan Cliff Abramson and Rabbi Geoffrey Huntting special speakers throughand holiday services that blends upliftout the year. ing Jewish music with contemporary ÎÎ Havurot that become extended liturgy. Monthly Rhythm & Jews Famfamily. ily Friday night services involve all ages The Women of Sinai (Sisterhood) in celebrating Shabbat, infused with and the Men’s Club sponsor a full calendar of social and meaningful events, lively music and joyous spirit. and together they provide vital support to temple life. Temple Sinai brings together those open to innovative thinking, passionate discourse and social justice mixed in with lots of laughter and warmth. It is a place where relationships develop and friendships follow. If you want, it can soon become The Seder Committee is ready to welcome members and guests your home.

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TEMPLE SINAI 4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Road Sarasota, FL 34231 • Telephone: 941.924.1802 • Fax: 941.925.2455 • Email: office@templesinai-sarasota.org • Website: www.templesinai-sarasota.org • Rabbi Geoffrey Huntting • Chazzan Cliff Abramson • Movement/Affiliation: Reform • Organizations: SAFETY youth group, Women of Sinai, Men’s Club • Services: Erev Shabbat services, Shabbat morning minyan, Rhythm & Jews, Tot Shabbat, holidays • Judaica Shop • Special Programs/Features: Preschool, VPK, Summer preschool camp, Religious School, Family Fun Days, Hebrew School, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Lifelong Learning, Scholar-in-Residence, Mitzvah Day, Havurot, Shabbat and holiday programs and dinners

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warm, friendly congregation, Temple Emanu-El invites you to experience the joy, spirituality and vitality of Judaism. Engaging, meaningful programs; welcoming, committed members; and a wonderful Rabbi make Temple Emanu-El an exciting center of Jewish life in SarasotaManatee. Temple Emanu-El’s Friday evening services are a perfect way to celebrate Shabbat among friends. Spiritual, meaningful services are conducted by Rabbi Brenner Glickman and the acclaimed Temple Choir. Monthly family services welcome all ages with lively music and joyful worship. During the summer months, services are followed by relaxed, happy Shabbat dinners. Special services – including Veterans Shabbat, Martin Luther King Shabbat, and the unique and exhilarating musical Shabbat Alive! – are held throughout the year. With members from infants to seniors, Temple Emanu-El embraces all. The innovative “Temple Mishpucha” program creates bonds across the

generations; a wonderful slate of family programs – including monthly Tot Shabbats and frequent special events – and a vibrant preschool and religious school help Jewish and interfaith parents instill a joyful, meaningful Jewish identity in their children; and the active, enthusiastic Brotherhood, Sisterhood, Social Action Committee and Adult Education Committee oversee an abundance of original programs for people of all ages, backgrounds and interests. From fascinating classes to adult B’nai Mitzvah study, from interfaith dinners to Mitzvah Day, from cookoffs to family beach picnics, from getting-to-know-you luncheons to men’s night out, from holiday celebrations to reaching out to those in need, Temple Emanu-El offers endless opportunities for learning, socializing, worshipping, celebrating, and supporting one another Jewishly. There is a place for everyone at Temple Emanu-El!

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Temple Beth Israel

eligious and secular Jews living along Florida’s suncoast are blessed to have Temple Beth Israel (TBI) as their Center for Jewish Living. Nestled in a quiet enclave on picturesque Longboat Key, TBI’s tranquil setting belies the high energy and constant activities taking place just inside its doors and beyond. With Rabbi Jonathan R. Katz as its spiritual leader, TBI welcomes all who seek the inspiration of Jewish heritage. His warmth and appeal reflect the true nature of this kindhearted congregation. As a Reform temple, TBI strives to fulfill the classic purposes of a synagogue – as a house of prayer, a house of study, and a house of assembly. TBI’s Men’s Club hosts a variety of programs, including lunches with the rabbi, the

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annual Shalom Again, and Opera Night at TBI. Beth Israel Women (BIW) produces holiday festival celebrations like “Break-the-Fast” after Yom Kippur and the monthly “Book and Brown Bag Bunch” book club. BIW operates the well-stocked Judaica Shop, and hosts a yearly Luncheon Fashion Show. Women On Our Own (WOOO) plans trips,

classes and programs that empower, educate and entertain this group of vital, active single women. As a temple that loves to learn, TBI offers diverse educational programming through its Rabbi Michael B. Eisenstat Miniversity of Judaism, and houses more than 4,000 books, videos and audio books, making it one of the largest temple libraries in the state. Outreach is another fundamental part of TBI life. No matter where the need comes from – within the congrega-

tion, within the Jewish community, secular community or beyond – you’ll find TBI members with open hands, open hearts and a willing spirit. Whether you’re new to the area or experiencing a new interest in Jewish life and lifestyles on Florida’s friendly coast, you’re always welcome at Temple Beth Israel. TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL 567 Bay Isles Road Longboat Key, FL 34228 • Telephone: 941.383.3428 • Fax: 941.383.9164 • E-Mail: info@tbi-lbk.org • Website: www.tbi-lbk.org • Rabbi Jonathan R. Katz • Movement/Affiliation: Reform • Membership: 400 families • Organizations: Beth Israel Women, Men’s Club, Women On Our Own • Services: Shabbat Eve 8 p.m.; Shabbat 10 a.m. • Judaica Shop • Library • Special Programs: Adult Education, Adult Choir, 92nd St. Y Simulcasts, Book Discussion Group, Lunch with the Rabbi, Mitzvah Week, Scholar-inResidence, Jewish Film Series, Outreach, Social/Cultural/ Community Events

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Temple Beth Sholom

emple Beth Sholom is a full-service synagogue offering a variety of worship services. Everyone is welcome to find a Jewish home at Temple Beth Sholom. Temple Beth Sholom is a dynamic, egalitarian, Conservative synagogue grounded in Jewish values, and focused on meeting the religious, educational and social needs of the community. Today, the temple has evolved into a Jewish cultural center, complete with a preschool, day school and religious school. It sponsors youth programs aligned with United Synagogue Youth. There are many adult educational offerings and cultural series, including Torah study classes, Hebrew discussion groups, book reviews and a film series. An on-site kosher facility is available for catering. Temple Beth Sholom offers a daily minyan, which is a perfect way to start the day – prayer, contemplation and social interaction. Temple Beth Sholom is proud that its egalitarian minyan meets 365 days a year. Friday night services welcome the Shabbat through a combination of holiness, spirit, prayers,

singing and learning that last about an hour. The service begins at 6:30 p.m. and is followed by an Oneg Shabbat where congregants have the opportunity to socialize. Shabbat morning services begin at 9:00 a.m. and may include participation by B’nai Mitzvah students, individuals with special simchas or guest lecturers. The entire

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service typically lasts about two-and-ahalf hours. On selected Saturdays, following the service, everyone is invited to join the sit-down Kiddush luncheon with the entire Temple Beth Sholom community. A very active Sisterhood sponsors many temple activities and has monthly Rosh Chodesh and semi-monthlygeneral meetings. It also manages a full-service Judaica Shop, supports families during times of grief, and provides religious school scholarships. The Men’s Club supports the daily minyan and sponsors several social activities throughout the year, including the

popular Kosher-for-Passover BBQ. There are many significant events that occur in Jewish life. You can rely on Temple Beth Sholom to share your greatest joys and to provide comfort in life’s most difficult times. TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM 1050 South Tuttle Avenue Sarasota, FL 34237 • Telephone: 941.955.8121 • Fax: 941.365.4099 • E-mail: info@templebethsholomfl.org • Website: www.templebethsholomfl.org • Hazzan Jeffrey Weber • Movement/Affiliation: United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism • Organizations: Sisterhood, Men’s Club, Youth Groups • Services: Daily Minyan 8:00 a.m. Sunday-Friday; Shabbat Eve 6:30 p.m.; Shabbat 9:00 a.m. • Kosher Catering • Judaica Shop • Idelson Adult Library • Special Programs/Features: Day School, Preschool, Religious School, Adult Education, Film Series, Havurot, Scholar-inResidence, Adult Choir, Shabbat Dinners, Lifecycle Events, Youth Programs, Social Action, Cemetery

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Congregation Kol HaNeshama

ow entering its seventh year, Congregation Kol HaNeshama (KH) is a place where modern American Jews can express and practice their Judaism in a community that engages passionately with Jewish ideas and nourishes the Jewish soul. Activities provide a relaxed, participatory and mindful Jewish experience. Affiliated with the Reconstructionist Movement, KH offers congregants a place to learn and pray in a contemporary Jewish context that fosters the fulfillment of their individual intellectual, spiritual and emotional needs. It is respectful of traditional observance but also open to new interpretations and forms of religious expression. KH celebrates Shabbat at weekly services, alternating between Kabbalat Shabbat services on Friday nights and Torah services on Saturday mornings. Friday night services are enlivened by music and song. Saturday morning services include Torah reading and a focused discussion of a part of the text.

Because breaking bread together is a way to build community, Saturday morning services are followed by a potluck lunch. All the major holidays are celebrated with special services, festive

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meals or parties, as appropriate for the holiday. The opportunity to learn is a key value of KH. “Lunch and Learn” sessions at members’ homes include a short service followed by a lay-led Torah discussion. “Books and Bagels” sessions offer monthly discussions of fiction and non-fiction books of Jewish interest. Other programs include cong-

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regation Shabbat dinners, Adult Education classes, lectures and discussions, and Jewish Meditation. KH is led by Jen- Spiritual Leader nifer Singer, MAJE, a Jennifer Singer rabbinic student at ALEPH: the Institute for Jewish Renewal. KH welcomes individuals and families of varying Jewish lifestyles, marital status, gender, race and sexual orientation to its community. No one is ever excluded from a KH activity for financial reasons. CONGREGATION KOL HaNESHAMA Services are held at: South Gate Community Center 3145 Southgate Circle Sarasota, FL 34239 • Telephone: 941.244.2042 • Email: info@congkh.org • Website: www.congkh.org • Spiritual Leader: Jennifer Singer • Movement/Affiliation: Reconstructionist • Services: Friday night 6:00 p.m.; Shabbat 10 a.m. • Special Programs/Features: Jewish Book Group, Shabbat Lunch & Learn Torah Study, Jewish Meditation, Social Action, Adult Education Classes

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Congregation for Humanistic Judaism

HJ is a lay congregation of people of all cultures, various religious or non-religious backgrounds, gender orientation, family configurations and ethnicities. Some are Jews by birth, some by choice and some non-Jewish. What unites its members is a common desire for enrichment by celebrating Jewish identity. Humanistic Jewish congregations address all aspects of Judaism, which is the culture of the Jew, and includes everything Jews have created for their lives: food, history, holidays, music, dance, services, religions, language and humor. Of the five recognized branches of Judaism, Humanistic Judaism is the only movement that reflects the beliefs of 44% of American Jews who identify themselves as secular. The philosophy underlying Hu-

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manistic Judaism has been part of Jewish life for more than 100 years and has included some of the most prominent of Jewish people. This young, dynamic movement was established as an official branch of Judaism in 1963 by Rabbi Sherwin Wine. The Sarasota CHJ was founded in 1996. In addition to congregations across the U.S., the movement is represented in 13 countries including Israel. Humanistic Jews believe that human experience and human needs are the source of ethical wisdom, and that empathy is the basis for morality. They believe that all Jews are members of the same big Jewish family with a shared history and culture but with a diversity of beliefs. CHJ celebrates Jewish holidays and festivals with meaningful traditions and music, and incorporates new inspirational elements which mesh with the Humanistic philosophy. Holidays root us in Jewish identity, create a sense of community, build bridges to the past and forge a connection to Jews throughout the world. CHJ hold services (in English) twice each month and presents interesting and dynamic speakers. A wide variety of special interest groups from wine tasting to bike riding as well as Shabbat dinners enable members to meet in small groups. The chorus is open to all members whether or not they read

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music or know the languages. The Annual Scholar-in-Residence program is scheduled January 24-26, 2014. CHJ’s education programs will be presented throughout the winter. CHJ is affiliated locally with The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, the Synagogue Council and the Gulfcoast Affirming Interfaith Network (GAIN). CONGREGATION FOR HUMANISTIC JUDAISM Unity Hall 3023 Proctor Road Sarasota, FL 34231 • Telephone: 941.929.7771 • Website: www.chj-sarasota.org • Services: September to May: 10:30 a.m. first Saturday; 7:30 p.m. third Friday • Special Programs: Scholar-inResidence, CHJ-U Educational Programs, Special entertainment programs in the summer months

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Temple Beth El Bradenton

emple Beth El is a Reform congregation welcoming Jews of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and levels of observance. The congregation began in 1974 when a small group of families came together to serve the Jewish community and help nurture a Jewish presence in Manatee County. Temple Beth El has its own building on the beautiful Unity Church campus and enjoys access to walking trails, a gymnasium and a 500-seat auditorium for special events. The synagogue offers inspiring and participatory Friday night services, Saturday morning services with dynamic Torah discussion, and monthly Havdalah under the direction of Rabbi Harold Caminker, D.D. and Cantor Alan Cohn. All major holidays are celebrated. The community also holds an annual Passover seder and sponsors an annual downtown Bradenton Chanukah Menorah lighting. Education and learning are temple priorities. The Religious and Hebrew School program is designed for children from kindergarten through seventh grade and includes Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation. Trained teachers and talented congregants infuse the visual and performing arts into the curriculum through the “Judaism through the Arts” program.

Adult learning opportunities include Hebrew classes, liturgical music/ trope classes, seasonal shofar classes, and the Rabbi’s “February Mini-Series,” along with “Tuesdays with Rabbi Harold,” which occurs the second Tuesday of the month. This interesting program centers on various subjects that include Jewish holidays (preparing for and celebrating), Jewish current events and newsworthy current events. The Sisterhood, Men’s Club, and Social Activities Committee are integral parts of temple life. The Sisterhood oversees sponsorship of the weekly Oneg and Kiddush, participates in various fundraising events and holds monthly social/business meetings. The Men’s Club also meets monthly and sponsors a monthly Sunday morning discussion group and an annual Purim Celebration. The Social Activities Committee plans and holds many events that bring the community together for fun. The Social Action Committee has many outreach programs, including collecting food for the local food bank, participating in interfaith efforts, and working to help fulfill needs for the homeless at Turning Point Center. Temple Beth El is proud to continue its rich congregational history while creating a new spirit to propel the synagogue into the future for generations to come.

TEMPLE BETH EL BRADENTON 4200 32nd Street West Bradenton, FL 34205 • Telephone: 941.755.4900 • Fax: 941.755.2023 • E-Mail: tbebradentonfl@yahoo.com • Website: www.templebethelbradenton.com • Rabbi Harold F. Caminker, D.D. • Cantor Alan Cohn • Movement/Affiliation: Reform • Organizations: Sisterhood, Men’s Club, Social Activities Committee • Services: Erev Shabbat, Shabbat morning services and all Holy Days and Holidays • Special Programs/Features: Adult Education, Religious/ Hebrew School, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Preparation, Community Outreach, Special Adult Education Programs, Garden of Abraham Cemetery (located at Skyway Memorial Gardens); Hospital/Nursing Home Visits; Caring Club; Weekly Liturgical Trope Class

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habad of Sarasota and Mana- Kabbalah classes meet Wednesday tee Counties is a traditional mornings at 10:15 a.m., and the Tosynagogue where Jews of all rah Portion class is held on Saturdays backgrounds are welcome. Chabad of at 9:30 a.m. For children, Chabad ofSarasota’s success is based on the fact fers the Weinstein Religious School that Chabad is not a particular brand of and Torah For Teens, which meet on Judaism. It’s an outlook. Wednesday afternoons. Under the leaderChabad’s Kaplan Preship of Rabbi Chaim school offers a Jewish atand Sara Steinmetz, who mosphere for children founded the synagogue ages 2-5; registration is in 1990, along with Presongoing throughout the ident Dr. Barry Stein and year. Board members, ChaThe men’s club (Club bad fulfills the vision of 770) and N’shei Chabad the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Women provide an array to love every Jew, eduof social and educational cate every Jew and reach programming. Sara and Rabbi Chaim out to every Jew, regardThroughout the year, Steinmetz less of background. Chabad provides nuShabbat services are held Fri- merous holiday observances, includdays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at ing High Holiday services, Sukkot 10:00 a.m. A delectable Oneg Shab- and Simchat Torah festivities, Chanubat follows each service. Daily kah Food Festival, Lag B’Omer beach party, and creative Purim and Shavuot Minyanim are held at 8:00 a.m. Chabad offers a variety of edu- celebrations. cational opportunities for adults and In addition, Chabad has created children. For adults, the Jewish Learn- and implemented programs that serve ing Institute (JLI) annually provides the community at large, including three courses on contemporary issues, family/individual counseling, hospital visitation, the Jewish Art Calendar (distributed free of charge to the entire community), Camp Gan Israel, Chevra Kadisha for Jewish burial, the Chabad Gardens Cemetery, free mezuzah check-up and placement,

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of Meaningful Worship You’ll love the pleasing blend of Hebrew and 1. Celebration and Support English and the mix of Congregation Ner Tamid is there traditional and modfor you, for weddings, baby namings, ern customs, in an athospital visits, memorial services or mosphere of kavanah funerals, each with a personal touch. – thoughtful, focused 2. Jewish Community attention. Everyone par From holidays to special events like ticipates at a personal Shabbat Across America, Chanukah comfort level. The portaGame Night, dinners and potlucks, ble Ark, the Torah scroll, and the Shavuot Ice Cream Social, the Shabbat candles, the you’ll experience Ner Tamid’s mishshofar – each gives spepacha feeling, being part of a warm, Community Chanukah candle lighting cial meaning to Jewish prayer and meditation. Says one member, “It’s not boring. I know CONGREGATION NER TAMID what’s going on. I love it.” The Lodge, 4802 B 26th St. W. 6. Social Action - Tikkun Olam Bradenton, FL 34207 Ner Tamid partners with local and Mailing Address: national groups. You’ll find your P. O. Box 10261 niche and know you’ve made a difBradenton, FL 34282 ference in the world. • Telephone: 941.755.1231 7. Holidays and Life Cycle Events Ner Tamid members extend their hands • E-Mail: From High Holy Days through in welcome to Jews of all backgrounds shalom@nertamidflorida.org Shavuot and every holiday in be• Website: intergenerational, diverse Jewish tween, Ner Tamid is there for www.nertamidflorida.org family. Interfaith? Non-traditional? you…and you can do it all with an • Rabbinic Advisor: Everyone is warmly welcomed. AFFORDABLE, established congreRabbi Barbara Aiello 3. Jewish Education gation that understands that budgets • Service Leader: Rena Morano Certified teachers make the Jeware tight and times are tough. • Movement/Affiliation: ish Living and Learning Sunday Pluralistic School hands-on and • Services: Shabbat, Holidays, friendly. Best of all for Yom HaShoah busy families, it meets • Special Programs/Features: twice-monthly. After Bar Sunday School, Social Action, Mitzvah, kids come back Teen & Adult B’nai Mitzvah, – which says it all. Weddings, Baby Namings, 4. Bar and Bat Mitzvah Hospital Visits, Memorial for Children and Adults Services, Funerals, Shabbat Girls and boys, women Across America, Book and men, are individually Discussion Group, Potluck prepared to read from the Dinner & Movie Nights, Torah and lead services. Havdalah, Community Passover There are equal Torah Seder, Teen Shabbat, Purim honors for everyone – Extravaganza, Chanukah Game male, female, interfaith – At College Shabbat, Service Leader Rena Morano Night, Yom HaAtzmaut Israeli and no one is excluded. (at right) stands with honorees Jake Durshimer Dinner & Dance 5. The Spiritual Uplift and Jaclyn Durshimer

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habad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch is an organization that provides social, educational, recreational and religious programming. Chabad is a place where every Jew, affiliated or unaffiliated, observant or not, can come and feel comfortable. It welcomes each and every Jew regardless of educational background or religious affiliation. Rabbi Mendy and Chanie Bukiet, spiritual leaders of Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch, established

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it in August 2004. They carried the Lubavitcher Rebbe OBM’s message of unconditional love to every Jew. Today, Chabad boasts a multitude of programs, each geared to specific populations within the Jewish community. Chabad has weekly Friday night services as well as Shabbat morning services

followed by a Kiddush Luncheon. Chabad’s thriving Hebrew School services the growing young families in Manatee County. Chabad’s Bar & Bat Mitzvah Discovery Courses prepare children as they embark into Jewish adulthood. The Jewish Women’s Circle includes various social and educational events. Chabad holds several Friday night dinners each year in an effort to provide a warm Shabbat atmosphere to participants. Holiday programs are always a big deal at Chabad. Themed and international, large and small, Chabad always organizes a variety of exciting and creative programs for each holiday. Following the guidance of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Mendy and Chanie Bukiet know it is not enough to worry about the spirituality of the community but to ensure that the physical needs of the Jewish community are fulfilled as well. To that end, Chabad’s Sunshine Committee, hospital and

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prison visitations, crisis counseling and more, offer help at the time when it is most needed. Chabad has a wonderful community of warm, dedicated and friendly people who have found a home away from home. Chabad is truly a family. CHABAD OF BRADENTON & LAKEWOOD RANCH 5712 Lorraine Road Bradenton, FL 34211 • Telephone: 941.752.3030 • Fax: 941.752.3838 • E-Mail: info@chabadofbradenton.com • Website: www.chabadofbradenton.com • Rabbi Mendy Bukiet • Organizations: Jewish Women’s Circle, Men’s Club • Services: Friday 7:00 p.m.; Shabbat 9:30 a.m. • Library • Special Programs/Features: Hebrew School, Adult Education, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Camp Gan Israel, Jewish Learning Institute, Teen & Youth Programming, Rosh Chodesh Society, Speakers Bureau, Sunshine Committee, Torah Tots, Hospital and Nursing Home Visitations, Community Shabbat Dinners, Kitchen Koshering, Prison Visitations

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Jewish Congregation of Venice

he Jewish Congregation of Venice (JCV) welcomes all Jews, interfaith families, and others interested in Judaism. Independent and unaffiliated with any national Jewish movement, the JCV uses Mishkan Tefilah, the new Reform prayerbook. Shabbat services, led by Rabbi Daniel Krimsky and Cantor Marci Vitkus, feature individual vocal, choral and instrumental music with traditional and modern melodies. Following weekly Friday night services, the congregation

enjoys conversation, coffee and desserts at the Oneg Shabbat. All Jewish holiday traditions are observed. Family-children’s services are held regularly. The modern building houses a sanctuary, social hall, professionally-staffed religious school, full-service kitchen, Judaica shop and library. JCV’s spacious campus includes a beautiful Memorial Park. Social, cultural and volunteer programs abound at the JCV. The Social Committee organizes outings, gatherings, holiday parties and special events, such as last fall’s Gala Celebration of the JCV 30th anniversary.

The Adult Education Department presents a dynamic lecture series covering the arts, humanities, current events, music and film, along with Torah and Hebrew studies. Sisterhood offers varied women’s interest programs plus Book Club and Lunch Bunch. “Crafty Mavens” members create original needlework projects, teach fabric arts, and sew Mi Shebeirach prayer quilts for congregants in need of healing. The Men’s Club welcomes everyone, especially the ladies, to a monthly Sunday morning program featuring a local speaker presenting subjects ranging from physics to genealogy, music to politics and more. A full breakfast is served. Hundreds of JCV volunteers produce the JCV Jewish Food Festival, a highly anticipated annual “happening” in February, where several thousand guests enjoy Kosher-style food, flea market, door prizes and family fun. SOS, meals and support service for the elderly, and Mitzvah Committee, are other popular volunteer activities. JCV also participates in educational and social action projects with other faith groups in the Venice area. All are invited to visit the Jewish Congregation of Venice.

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JEWISH CONGREGATION OF VENICE 600 N. Auburn Road Venice, FL 34292 • Telephone: 941.484.2022 • E-Mail: jcvenice2@gmail.com • Website: www.jewishcenterofvenice.org • Rabbi Daniel Krimsky • Cantor Marci Vitkus • Movement/Affiliation: Unaffiliated, inclusive • Membership: 300 members • Organizations: Sisterhood, Men’s Club Breakfast, Chavurot • Services: Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m.; First Friday of the month with choir and music; Saturday mornings and Havdalah services as scheduled • Cemetery • Judaica Shop • Library • Special Programs: Religious School, Judaica and Hebrew classes, Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation, Adult Education, Jewish Food Festival, Film Festival, Choir, Crafty Mavens, Yiddish Culture Center, Mitzvah Committee, Senior Outreach Service, Adult Hebrew and B’nai Mitzvah Classes, Mah Jongg Tournaments, Pot-luck Shabbats

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Chabad of Venice & North Port

habad of Venice and North Port is a warm, traditional and welcoming center serving Jews of all backgrounds who want to learn more about their Jewish roots. Traditional Jewish values are brought to life in a joyous, warm and non-judgmental atmosphere. The Center embodies Chabad’s philosophy that every single Jew is dear and important to G-d. Under the spiritual guidance of Rabbi Sholom Schmerling who, together with his wife Rivka, formed the Chabad in 2005, Chabad of Venice and

Rivka and Rabbi Sholom Schmerling

North Port fulfills the vision of the late Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, who encouraged his young disciples to bring the light and richness of Judaism to their fellow Jews and to their surroundings. Chabad of Venice offers a wide

variety of spiritual and educational opportunities for all segments of the Jewish community. You’ll find information about these throughout Connections. They include Adult Education classes, Teen Club, Chabad’s Hebrew School, Camp Gan Israel Summer Day Camp, The Jewish Women’s Circle, Movie Club, Chesed Food Program, Hospital/Home Visitation, Counseling, and a Jewish calendar, which is distributed free to the entire Jewish community of South Sarasota County. Throughout the year, Chabad provides numerous holiday observances, including High Holiday services, Sukkot and Simchat Torah festivities, lighting of giant Chanukah menorahs for the entire Venice/North Port and Englewood communities, community Passover seders, and creative Purim and Shavuos celebrations. Chabad transforms Jewish holidays into experiential opportunities for neighbors and friends to celebrate their common bonds without considering levels of observance, beliefs or knowledge. Shabbat services held each Saturday morning are traditional and conducted in a joyous and inviting atmosphere. The prayer book is bilingual and English readings are incorporated into the service. Children are included and welcome, though separate children’s

services are offered. In addition, an indepth Parsha class precedes the service. A large Kiddush/luncheon always follows the Saturday morning service. All are welcome to visit for any of the programs or services that are held. As the doors to the Chabad Jewish Center exclaim, this is a place “Where all Jews are Family.” There is no mandatory membership or dues. CHABAD OF VENICE & NORTH PORT 2169 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 • Telephone: 941.493.2770 • E-Mail: info@chabadofvenice.com • Website: www.chabadofvenice.com • Rabbi Sholom Schmerling • Services: Traditional Shabbat morning services and Kiddush • Special Programs/Features: Hebrew School, Adult Jewish Learning Institute, Adult Education Classes, Book Club, Shabbat Dinners, Holiday Programs, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Program, Teen Club, Gan Israel Summer Day Camp, Movie Club, Jewish Women’s Circle, Chesed Food Program, Counseling and Hospital/Home Visits

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ynagogue Council is a consortium of ten area congregations that work together to develop and maintain relationships, foster communication, and coordinate programs and events between themselves and within the Jewish community. Its efforts strive to strengthen the Jewish community and encourage affiliation. Ten mainstream congregations comprise the membership of the Synagogue Council of Sarasota-Manatee

and represent various denominations and sizes. They are (in alphabetical order) Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Congregation Kol HaNeshama, Congregation Ner Tamid, Jewish Center of Venice, Temple Beth El (Bradenton), Temple Beth El (North Port), Temple Beth Israel, Temple Beth Sholom, Temple Emanu-El and Temple Sinai. Addresses can be found at www. synagoguessarasotamanatee.org. Synagogue Council sponsors the an-

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nual Community-Wide Open House which traditionally takes place in late August. At this event, these congregations, from Bradenton to North Port, welcome prospective members. This is a wonderful opportunity to tour the facilities, and meet the clergy, staff and lay leadership of these synagogues. For more information about the group, contact Laurie Lachowitzer at laurietemple@verizon.net or 941.927.3636 or visit the website.

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Temple Beth El - North Port Jewish Center

n 1977, some early Jewish settlers in North Port and Englewood decided the time had arrived to become a true religious congregation and they incorporated as The North Port Jewish Center. The founding families eventually bought several acres on Biscayne Drive in North Port and went about building a home for their congregation. As time passed, the decision to follow the practices of the Conservative movement and adopt the name of Temple Beth El was a natural progression. Temple Beth El - North Port Jewish Center has had several religious leaders over the years. The current leader, Cantor Lyle Rockler, conducts all religious services, teaches classes and brings a strong commitment to the growth and

vitality of the synagogue. Holy Days and festivals are observed throughout the year. Chanukah festivities and Passover seders have become community events. Other functions such as Omelet Brunches, concerts, Purim plays, Lunch ‘n’ Learn and continuing education are also bringing in new participants. There is an active Sisterhood. The standing committees (Ritual, Membership, Fundraising, House and Grounds) are made up of dedicated and vibrant volunteers. Temple Beth El - North Port Jewish Center prides itself on being warm, welcoming, inclusive, egalitarian, nurturing and Cantor Lyle Rockler supportive.

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Congregants come from all parts of the world and have various backgrounds. In the last year, Cantor Rockler has guided four individuals in their desire for conversion to Judaism. The active new residents of South Sarasota and North Charlotte Counties find Temple Beth El - North Port Jewish Center an affordable and friendly congregation that values the experience that each person brings. The synergy of new residents and existing members will carry the founders’ dreams for the temple well into the 21st century.

TEMPLE BETH EL NORTH PORT JEWISH CENTER 3840 S. Biscayne Drive North Port, FL 34287 • Telephone: 941.423.0300 • Email: president@templebethel-np.org • Website: www.templebethel-np.org • Religious Leader: Cantor Lyle Rockler • Movement/Affiliation: Conservative/United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism • Services: Friday: Fall & Winter 7:30 p.m., Spring & Summer 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. • Special Programs/Features: Shabbat Lunch & Learn, Adult Education, Holiday Programs, Shabbat Dinner, Omelet Brunch

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Community History Jews of Sarasota-Manatee

oday, Jewish people from all over the United States and many foreign countries come to Sarasota and Manatee counties. But the history of Jews in Sarasota-Manatee is only 100 years old. In 1913, the first Jewish person settled in Sarasota-Manatee. By 1955, there were 450 Jewish people living in Sarasota-Manatee. Today, there are approximately 25,000 Jews in SarasotaManatee (plus 5,000 seasonal residents). Jews have never been more than 5% of the Sarasota-Manatee population. The first acknowledged Jew here was Phillip Levy. He came to Baltimore from Lithuania to live with his brothers when he was 14 years old. Soon they established a wholesale clothing business in New York City. In 1913, Levy moved to Sarasota, seeking a milder climate. He started the New York Store on Main Street in Sarasota. He is cred-

ited with having introduced modern merchandising methods into downtown. His other accomplishments include: one of the first presidents of the Sarasota Merchant Association; helped organize the Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce in 1920; one of the leaders who led to the creation of Sarasota County in 1921. Levy was instrumental in the building of Sarasota Hospital, which opened in 1925 on Hawthorne St. with 32 beds. He met Cecelia Tarapani on a visit to Tarpon Springs, and they married in 1914. Their daughter Deborah, born in November 1915, was

the first recorded Jewish person born in Sarasota-Manatee. In 1930, Mack Brameister and his wife Eva and their children Sarah, Nathan and Herman moved to Palmetto from New Jersey and opened a grocery store. His brother Frank was already in Palmetto. They both moved to Palmetto for the warm weather and the opportunity to open a business without much capital. Sarah Brameister Nelson was three when she came to Palmetto with her parents and brothers from Cuba. The family spoke only Yiddish and Spanish when they arrived.

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To apply or for more information, please visit: www.theJewishFederation.org Phillip Levy, circa 1922. Phillip Levy (left) was one of Sarasota’s premier merchants. Upon moving to Sarasota in 1913, he was the first acknowledged Jewish person living in Sarasota-Manatee.

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Community History Those early Jewish settlers came for the same reason people of all faiths come today. Sarasota-Manatee is paradise. Siesta Key was recently ranked the #1 beach in the country by America’s foremost beach expert, Dr. Stephen Leatherman. Sarasota ranked in the top ten Great Waterfronts to Visit in North America by USA Today in 2013. Anna Maria Island was selected in 2013 as the #4 best U.S. island vacation destination by TripAdvisor.com’s annual Traveler’s Choice Awards. But Sarasota-Manatee is more than sunny weather and beautiful beaches. With help from many of the talented and generous Jewish people in Sarasota-Manatee, this area has developed a wonderful reputation for the arts, medical care, and circus tradition. In 2012, Sarasota was ranked #1 on American Style magazine’s list of the “25 Best Arts Destinations,” with populations

of 100,000 or less, and Bradenton was ranked #2. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is among just 3 percent of the nation’s hospitals to earn its spot on the list of 50 Best Hospitals in the U.S. News & World Report 2012 “Best Hospitals” list. Sarasota has been associated with being a circus town since 1927. According to the Sarasota Visitor’s Bureau website: “Performing arts of all kinds thrive in Sarasota, from the Sarasota Opera (now in its 52nd season – staged in an intimate art deco opera house in downtown Sarasota) to the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation-designed Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, which hosts traveling shows ranging from musical acts to Broadway revivals. The Sarasota Orchestra is the oldest continuing orchestra in the state, while the Sarasota Ballet has featured several world premieres under the direction of internationally-famed Iain Webb.”

Let’s look at that quote more carefully with a Jewish perspective on these four places. Sarasota Opera House was designed by the Jewish architect Roy A. Benjamin. The grand atrium at the Sarasota Opera House is known as the Victoria Leopold Grand Atrium, named after Victoria Leopold, who is Jewish. And the orchestra pit is named the Alisa and Ernest Kretzmer Orchestra Pit; the Kretzmers are both Jewish. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall was named after Jewish philanthropists Lewis and Eugenia Van Wezel, who moved to Lido Key in 1935. The Sarasota Orchestra (formerly known as the Florida West Coast Symphony) was co-founded by David Cohen, considered one of the most admired and respected Jews from this area. He arrived in 1948

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Community History from Petosky, Michigan. Cohen was Sarasota’s first Jewish mayor. The Sarasota Ballet has had an impressive number of Jewish board members including the top three: Sydney Goldstein, who is board chair emerita; Marvin Danto, who passed away last year and was a lifetime director of the Sarasota Ballet Board; and Jean Allenby-Weidner, founder and chair of the Sarasota Ballet, is married to Jewish philanthropist Alfred Goldstein. Ever since the 1920s, many of the artists, actors, musicians and writers associated with the region were Jews. Sarasota-Manatee includes some of the finest physicians in the country and is the site of internationally significant medical research. And if you look at the list of top physicians in our area, you will find many Jewish doctors. In 1949, Dr. Samuel Kaplan became the first Jewish physician between Tampa and Miami. In 1957, he was the first Jewish President of the Sarasota Medical Association. Dr. Marvin Silver, an internist and cardiologist, became the first Jewish doctor in Manatee County, soon after he moved to Bradenton in 1954. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus moved its winter quarters to Sarasota in 1927 and to Venice in 1960. In 1967, Irvin Feld, who is Jewish, bought the Circus; in 1968, he created Clown College. Several Jewish clowns performed in the circus. Nate Eagle was an agent for midgets. Jacob Erlich was a circus giant. Richard Fuchs, employed by John Ringling during the 1920s and 1930s, was one of the incorporators of the Ringling Museum. The circus left in 1992, but recently the circus attention has come back to our area. Last year, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus moved to Ellenton in Manatee County. This is the global headquarters for Feld Entertainment, now run by Irvin Feld’s son, Kenneth, and his three daughters. The Jewish Community Center of

Sarasota, the first Jewish congregation in Sarasota-Manatee, was established in 1925. Temple Beth Sholom, the oldest existing congregation in SarasotaManatee, was officially formed in 1927, when those interested in forming a congregation with its own building raised money by solicitations, fundraisers and bond sales. Land on Washington Boulevard and 12th Street (today’s 6th Street) in Sarasota was donated by the city. The

Temple Beth Sholom at Washington Boulevard and Twelfth Street circa 1956. (Courtesy State Archives of Florida)

property had been foreclosed for nonpayment of taxes and thought to have been of little value. In 1928, Temple Beth Sholom held Rosh Hashanah services in its new building. In 1953, the synagogue was extensively renovated, and in 1959, Temple Beth Sholom moved to Tuttle Avenue in Sarasota with a sanctuary and education center. In order of formation, SarasotaManatee is now home to Temple Beth Sholom (Sarasota, Conservative), Temple Emanu-El (Sarasota, Reform), Temple Beth El (Bradenton, Reform), Temple Beth El (North Port, Conservative), Temple Beth Israel (Longboat Key, Reform), Jewish Congregation of Venice (unaffiliated), Chabad of Sarasota, Temple Sinai (Sarasota, Reform), Congregation for Humanistic Judaism of Sarasota-Manatee, Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch, Congregation Ner Tamid (Bradenton, pluralistic), Chabad of Venice and North Port, and Congregation Kol HaNeshama (Sarasota, Reconstructionist). Most of the Jewish organizations in Sarasota-Manatee started after World

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War II. By the time the Sarasota Jewish Community Council (precursor of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee) was formed in 1959, the local Jewish population had become quite visible and was an important part of the Sarasota-Manatee community. Jewish Federation leaders and Jewish community donors helped establish three partner agencies: Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Sarasota-Manatee (1984 to present), Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Housing Council (1988 to present), and the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Community Center (1989-2007). The Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Housing Council fulfilled a longtime community dream in 1993, with the opening of Kobernick House, an independent rental retirement residence, and in 1997, with the opening of Anchin Pavilion, an assisted living facility, and in 2012, with the opening of Benderson Family Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. In 1971, Sam Marcus founded the Chronicle, Sarasota-Manatee’s first Jewish newspaper. The name was changed to Sarasota-Manatee Jewish News in October 2003 and then to The Jewish News of Sarasota-Manatee in December 2009. Look around Sarasota-Manatee and you will see many Jewish names on buildings and in parks, including the

Simon Rosin Bar Mitzvah, circa 1955. Simon Rosin’s Bar Mitzvah service was at Temple Beth Sholom when it was located on Washington Boulevard in Sarasota. Rabbi Joseph Asher, rabbi of Temple Beth Sholom from 1951 to 1956, officiated at Simon’s Bar Mitzvah. Simon moved to Sarasota in 1951 from Arcadia with his parents and brothers. In 1905, Simon’s grandfather settled in Arcadia.

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Community History Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, David Cohen Hall, Florida Studio Theatre’s three theatres (Gompertz Theater, Goldstein Cabaret, and Keating Mainstage), the Geldbart Auditorium at the library in downtown Sarasota, Glasser Schoenbaum Human Services Center, Nathan Benderson Park, and Paver Park. Many Jewish names appear on rooms at the Asolo Repertory Theatre, Ringling College of Art and Design, New College, University of South Florida, John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Mote Marine Laboratory, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Center for Building Hope, and Art Center Sarasota. Many streets in Sarasota bear the name of Jewish residents, such as Cohen Way (named for David Cohen), Kalin Way (named for Ed Kalin), and streets in Paver Park and Kensington Park named after prominent locals and relatives of the developers.

The Jewish people worked hard and contributed enormously to the success and quality of life in the region. They helped Sarasota-Manatee become the popular tourist and cultural destination it is today. Many thanks to Kim Sheintal for providing the information for this article. Kim’s new book, Jews of Sarasota-Manatee, will introduce you to some of the people in the article, along with their accomplishments and experiences in building today’s vibrant local Jewish community from its meager beginning. Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Price: $21.99 128 pages and 212 photos Available at Bookstore1Sarasota, Crowder Bros., Books-A-Million, Barnes & Noble, Costco, Walgreens and participating local synagogues.

Lido Beach Casino, circa 1960. From left to right are Emil “Sonny,” Fred and Pauline Schonberg. Pauline’s parents, Anne (in chair) and Sam Marcus, rented the cabana at the casino for $25 per year. In 1971, Sam founded the Chronicle, SarasotaManatee’s first Jewish newspaper.

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little over twenty years ago, the Sarasota and Bradenton chapters of Hadassah joined to form SaBra, a chapter that has grown to its current 900 vital, interesting women. Chapter meetings include lunches and educational components as well as interesting speakers. The Hadassah Associates, an active group of 173 men, are committed to making a difference in Israel and our community through innovative activities and projects. Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem is Hadassah’s primary responsibility. The ongoing medical research and “bench to bedside” clinical trials have led to breakthroughs that benefit medicine worldwide. On Sunday, February 9, SaBra is hosting a “Tower Shower” Brunch at Michael’s On East to help provide equipment for the new Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower at Hadassah Medical Center Ein Kerem. Hadassah’s PRAZE Division (Programming, Advocacy, Zionism & Education) has provided chapters throughout the country with many opportunities for engagement, including the Hadassah Heart Health Initiative. SaBra’s Thursday, February 13 Education Day program is Every Beat Counts: Hadassah’s Heart Health Program. The SaBra and Greater Venice Chapters are co-hosts of Hadassah’s Florida Central Region 2014 Spring Conference, May 17-19 at the Hyatt Regency. For more information and a copy of SaBra’s bulletin: Lee Ruggles, President lruggles.sabra@gmail.com or 941.924.1338

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ganization’s mission to improve the lives of women, families and children in the U.S. and Israel. These volunteer ational Council of Jewish programs include outreach for teenWomen (NCJW) has been at age dating violence prethe forefront of social change vention, support of Hope since 1893. NCJW members are out- House Women’s Shelter, spoken champions for progressive poli- Court Watch, children’s cies at the federal, state and local levels. eye and hearing screening The Sarasota-Manatee Section is and referral, scholarships for non-traproud of its local community service ditional students, and H.I.P.P.Y. (Home projects that embrace the national or- Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters). The Compassionate Companions program is geared to hospice patients at Kobernick Anchin Benderson with the goal of easing the end-oflife experience. The “Someone To Talk To” puppet show deals with child abuse and is presented to first-graders; a new Diversity Puppet show “Someone To Talk To” puppet show

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is a new program for preschoolers. Advocacy and public affairs volunteers monitor state and federal legislation with an emphasis on healthcare and pro-choice rights, ageappropriate sex education in the schools, separation of church/state, and civil rights. The Annual Women in Power Luncheon in January honors local women who have improved the quality of life in the community, and helps fund the community service projects. Meetings are usually held the third Wednesday of each month from September to April and feature noted speakers, Jewish-themed events and informative, enjoyable programs. For more information or to join: NCJW’s 24-hour hotline number: 941.342.1855 www.ncjwsarasota-manatee.org

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he BNC of Sarasota has 500 members and is actively involved in enhancing the interests of its members and adapting to changing times. BNC offers many events and activities that raise money for Brandeis University and enables its members to continue lifelong learning and to enjoy Sarasota’s cultural activities. The funds that are raised by BNCSarasota benefit Brandeis University by providing funds for growth and student scholarships. BNC’s national campaign, “Sustaining the Mind: Scientific Research and Scholarships,” supports scientific research and scholarships for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, ALS, Parkinson’s and autism. BNC-Sarasota offers 24 peer-led study groups, including current issues, modern novels, film discussions and short stories among others. Study

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groups led by professional presenters include architectural tours, studio tours, people and places in Sarasota. The Showcase, taking place each fall, is free and open to the community, and enables members to learn about and sign up for study groups to be held in the upcoming season. BNC-Sarasota’s cultural events include the ballet, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, Art in the Afternoon, University on Wheels, a book and author lunch, and a private tour of Ca d’Zan by Ron McCarty. All of these activities are the reason that the BNC-Sarasota chapter has been selected as one of the top 10 in the country for several years, and has been chosen as the pilot of the Visioning project. For more information: Shelly Youngelman, President, BNC Sarasota, 941.462.1167 www.brandeis.edu/bnc/

ashim L’Tova (Women for Good) of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee offers educational, social and outreach events for women of all ages. Held each December, Women’s Day provides an opportunity for women to come together around a theme they can all relate to while enjoying an inspiring speaker and a delicious lunch; Ma’agal Nashim (Women’s Giving Circle) is a group of passionate and caring women who are committed to making a difference in the lives of women and children in need or at risk. For more information: Ilene Fox at the Federation 941.343.2111 or ifox@jfedsrq.org

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Sarasota Jewish Chorale

he Sarasota Jewish Chorale is a choir of 30 volunteer singers dedicated to sharing their passion for the rich and diverse musical heritage of the Jewish people. Founded in 1999, the choir, under the direction of Linda Stewart Tucker, sings an engaging repertoire of Jewish music – from the early Renaissance compositions of Salomone Rossi to the works of contemporary composers Debbie Friedman and Michael Isaacson. Diverse songs include old Chassidic melodies, modern Israeli tunes, African Jewish tribal music, Ladino

folk songs and beloved Yiddish songs. The chorale performs as ambassadors of Jewish culture throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties and adjacent communities. The chorale has appeared at interfaith events, synagogues, churches, retirement facilities and local civic organizations; singing at Shabbat services, folk festivals, organization luncheons, fundraisers and annually at events for Temple Emanu-El, Epiphany Cathedral in Venice, and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Chorale singers come from a variety of backgrounds and religions. Many

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have had experience singing in other groups as well as the SJC. Rehearsals are held Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., October through April. For more information: Susan Skovronek, 941.355.8011 www.sarasotajewishchorale.org

Young Adult Division

he Young Adult Division, with the support of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, offers a variety of programs designed to bring together the next generation of Jewish individuals, including holiday celebrations, social events, Giving Societies, participation in programs of the National Young Leadership Division of The Jewish Federations of North America and more. For more information: Jessi Sheslow at the Federation at 941.343.2109 or jsheslow@jfedsrq.org

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e held up a framed poster-size rendering of what seemed to be a stately elm whose abundant branches were in full and leafy summer glory. As he began to speak of his family, he passed the beautiful work of art among those in the audience. Faint but audible gasps could be heard as recognition of the tree’s true existence became clear. This was the speaker’s Family Tree. It had been planted at least four centuries ago. Each branch is a family; each leaf, an

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elatives and Friends of Israelis (RAFI) is a non-political, nonfundraising social group for anyone who has loved ones living in Israel. Although members are proud of their loved ones, they also know how it feels to have them living there. Members share a common bond and are the connection between here and Israel. W J ER H J V M I R H W S RAFI has annual holiday parties and fun monthly meetings at Temple Beth Sholom. Make new friends and share your loved ones with others. For more information: Harriet Joy Epstein, 941.342.1818 or hjesarasota@yahoo.com VI P

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far corners of the globe. The Jewish Genealogical Society of Southwest Florida is a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting, preserving and disseminating genealogical information, techniques and research tools among people interested in Jewish genealogy and family history. Many meeting attendees aspire to simply get started on the search for their ancestors, but soon find themselves caught up in the history of those who came before them. JGS of SWFL meets the third Sunday of each month, November through May at 1:00 p.m. at Kobernick House. For more information: Kim Sheintal, 941.921.1433 or klapshein@aol.com www.jgsswf.org

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hree years ago, a small group of people saw the need to enhance the concept of a Jewish community in Lakewood Ranch – a rapidly growing community in the Sarasota area. It may have as many as 1,400 Jews in a 20,000+ community. The vision was to create the Jewish Club at LWR. This club would then be a vehicle, through partnership with other organizations and on a standalone basis, to bring a variety of Jewish content programming to LWR. Three years later, LWR is clearly on the radar screen as a meaningful center of Jewish life. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee now partners with the club to bring some of its best programming to the Ranch. On a standalone basis, the Passover Seder, Break-the-Fast, and the Summer BYO get-together have been highly successful annual events. In 2013, additional programming was added, including selections from the 92nd Street Y lecture series. For more information or to be added to the mailing list: thejewishclubatlwr@gmail.com www.jewishclubatlwr.org

B’nai B’rith International

’nai B’rith International (“Sons of the Covenant”) is the oldest continually operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was initially founded as the Independent Order of B’nai B’rith in New York City, on October 13, 1843, by Henry Jones and 11 others. B’nai B’rith is engaged in a wide variety of community service and welfare activities, including the promotion

Jewish college students, sponsoring low-income senior housing, and opposing anti-Semitism through its Center for Human Rights and Public Policy. With nearly 100,000 members and supporters, B’nai B’rith International reaches more than 50 countries around the world to increase the welfare of resident Jews. The M. Aurel Rosin Lodge was chartered in 1956 and thrived for many years as a cornerstone of Sarasota and Manatee Jewish life. Today it is known as the Florida Gulf Coast Lodge. Locally, B’nai B’rith partners with The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee to annually award three deserving college students a $500 scholarship paid directly to their college or university. For more information: Programming/membership 941.302.4500

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he group meets at 9:15 a.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month, from October to April. Meetings are held at Temple Beth Sholom (in the Youth Lounge), 1050 South Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota. Activities include: Member education on available Jewish Veterans programs; volunteer program with Jewish Family and Children’s Service and the VA Hospital; placing flags on graves of Jewish Veterans on Memorial Day and Veterans Day; and coordinating with County Veterans organizations. For more information: Stuart K. Krupkin, Commander 941.342.3413 or skkrup@yahoo.com

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collegial affiliation of congregational, organizational and retired clergy, the SarasotaManatee Rabbinic Association (SMRA) enables local rabbis and cantors to forge professional relationships and friendships while enriching the religious life of the Jewish community. The SMRA holds monthly meetings at area synagogues and members’ homes. Matters for discussion include everything from burial policies at local cemeteries to new mohels in town, to issues of concern in Israel and topics for High Holy Day sermons! Representatives of local Jewish agencies and political figures are occasionally invited to address the rabbis at these meetings as well. Rabbi Harold Caminker serves as President of the SMRA, with Rabbi Elaine Rose Glickman as Vice President and Rabbi Aaron Koplin as Treasurer. Ongoing projects of the SMRA include visits and programming at Kobernick House and Anchin Pavilion; educational activities, sometimes cosponsored with The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee; sponsorship of Israel Religious Action Center director Anat Hoffman’s 2011 visit to Sarasota; leadership in the annual Holocaust Remembrance Day service; and donations to All Faiths Food Bank, the Food Bank of Manatee, and the Leo Baeck Center in Israel. For more information: Rabbi Harold Caminker, President, ravhfc1@aol.com

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n 2009, 89-year-old Holocaust survivor Al Katz faced enormous medical and financial hardships as a Ward of Florida, without benefit of vocal advocacy. Thus began a journey in which his family learned that 25-50 percent of survivors live in poverty, bereft of assets and advocates. In this vein, the Al Katz Center opened in November 2012 (713 South Orange Avenue, Sarasota) to provide support services and advocacy to survivors and other elders, whether Jewish or non-Jewish. Although many of the Center’s cases entail hundreds of hours of work, services are provided free-ofcharge, and the Center is supported by donations and nominal charges for its weekly programs advancing Israel advocacy and Jewish learning. By 2013, the Center launched its

“Survivors Are Treasures” Program, Center also instituted the Sarasota Shiwhich brings the enlightened insights va Society, offering families in mournof survivors to the community through ing extensive community support. year-round outreach, building bridges For more information: of bonds across boundaries of age, Lawrence or Beverly Newman, race, religion and economic status. In Directors, 941.313.9239 keeping with this program, the Center presented major awards to Dr. Thomas Hecht, as Guardian of Israel, and to Jacob Brodman, as Guardian of Judaism, recognizing the outstanding contributions of Holocaust survivors as the backbone of the Jewish Dr. Thomas O. Hecht (center), recipient of the Guardian of Israel people. award from the Al Katz Center, with Dr. Riva Hecht (left) In 2013, the and Dr. Beverly Newman (right)

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JC (American Jewish Committee), established in 1906 by a small group of American Jews deeply concerned about pogroms aimed at Russian Jews, determined that the best way to protect Jewish populations in danger would be to work towards a world in which all peoples were accorded respect and dignity. AJC is the global advocate for the well-being of the Jewish people and for the advancement of democratic values for all. For more than 100 years, AJC has sought to advance the peace and security of the Jewish people around the world. Through high-level diplomacy, strong legislative advocacy, and effective interreligious and interethnic coalitions, AJC has made a significant impact on issues critical to the Jewish people. With key relationships at the regional, national and international levels – from diplomats, to global decisionmakers and community leaders – AJC is the preeminent global Jewish advocate. AJC’s West Coast Florida Regional Office, located in Sarasota, is one of 26 regional offices in the United States. In addition, AJC has offices in 20 foreign countries. For more information about AJC: Brian Lipton, Regional Director, 941.365.4955 or liptonb@ajc.org www.ajc.org

Anti-Defamation League

he Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has been on the frontline of fighting anti-Semitism, racism and all forms of hatred in America and abroad for the last 100 years. As one of the nation’s leading civil rights agencies and advocates for Israel, ADL commemorated its 100th anniversary in 2013. A leader in the development of materials, programs and services, ADL builds bridges of communication, understanding and respect among diverse groups, carrying out its mission through a network of 30 Regional and Satellite Offices in the U.S. and abroad. Anti-Semitism in Florida is not a history lesson; it’s a current event. As the 9-1-1 for the Jewish community in Florida, the ADL Florida office serves as the primary resource for victims of anti-Semitism. The ADL Florida office delivers anti-bias education programs to educators and students; trains law enforcement about hate crimes; safeguards civil rights; confronts anti-Semitism on college campuses; provides security seminars to religious institutions; fields discrimination complaints; and advocates for Israel. For more information: 561.988.2900 or florida@adl.org http://florida.adl.org

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Advocacy Groups Simon Wiesenthal Center American Israel he Simon Wiesenthal Center is Center’s mission through outreach, edPublic Affairs a global Jewish human rights ucation, social action and media awareorganization that confronts ness. Extensive activities and programs Committee

anti-Semitism, hate and terrorism; promotes human rights and dignity; stands with Israel; defends the safety of Jews worldwide; and teaches the lessons of the Holocaust for future generations. With a constituency of over 400,000 households in the United States, it is accredited as an NGO at international organizations including the United Nations, UNESCO and the Council of Europe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the Simon Wiesenthal Center maintains offices in New York, Toronto, Miami, Paris, Buenos Aires and Jerusalem. For over 30 years, the Southern Region has represented the Simon Wiesenthal Center in Florida, other southern states, as well as Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. With an extraordinary network of lay leaders, the Southern Region promotes and supports the

are offered throughout the Southern Region, including: Film screenings from the Center’s two-time Academy Award™winning Moriah Films division Special lectures and forums Media awareness through press releases and article distribution on human rights issues The Southern Region promotes the educational arms of the Simon Wiesenthal Center through its Museum of Tolerance Los Angeles, Museum of Tolerance New York and soon-to-be built Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem. For more information, to get involved, or support the Center’s important work: Rabbi Meyer H. May, Executive Director, rabbimay@wiesenthal.com www.wiesenthal.com/southernus

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LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD. The Women’s Giving Circle, or Ma’agal Nashim, is a group of passionate and caring women in SarasotaManatee who are committed to making a difference in the lives of women and children in need or at risk. Ma’agal Nashim is a place for women to explore how they can make a difference, become role models for their families and discover how leadership and philanthropic passions can build a stronger world for women and children.

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orn out of the ashes of the Holocaust when the Jewish community had no political strength, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee empowers pro-Israel activists to advocate on behalf of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship. As America’s leading pro-Israel lobby, AIPAC works with Democrats, Republicans and Independents on Capitol Hill and in all 435 congressional districts. With a staff of just 10 professional lobbyists, AIPAC’s strength comes from its 100,000 members nationwide who are politically active and develop relationships with their members of Congress and educate them about the importance of U.S.Israel ties. AIPAC’s Sarasota chapter is chaired by Edie & David Chaifetz, and hosts three events each season. Every year, the Sarasota pro-Israel community sends a delegation to AIPAC’s Annual Policy Conference in Washington, D.C., including students subsidized by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. This year’s conference (www.aipac.org/ pc) will be held March 2-4. Join 13,000 pro-Israel friends from all 50 states as they descend on our nation’s capital to hear from leading policy-makers and elected officials. AIPAC believes it is in America’s best interests to maintain a strong alliance with Israel, and to exercise our constitutional right to advocate on behalf of that alliance. For more information: Jacki Alexander, AIPAC’s North & Central Florida Dir., 954.653.9053 or jalexander@aipac.org www.aipac.org.

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ister Cities Association of Sarasota is the official international arm of the City of Sarasota, carrying out adult and student international exchanges with Sarasota’s eight Sister Cities. Tel Mond, Israel, one of Sarasota’s eight Sarasota Sister Cities, is located in the beautiful Sharon Valley, seven kilometers north of Kfar Saba and east of Netanya. Tel Mond became a sister city in 1999. Sarasota has had a long history of intense interaction with Tel Mond through many prominent Sarasotans who have helped in the development of this vibrant city. SCAS is planning a visit to Israel from April 3-13. Dr. Fred Bloom and

Linda Rosenbluth are coordinating the SCAS Israel trip, and Beth Ruyle, SCAS President, is leading the delegation. The trip itinerary includes Tel Mond, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, a drive along the Mediterranean coast line, and the Judean Hills with visits to the Golan Heights, the Jordan Valley, Gal-

Organizations ilee, Masada, the Dead Sea, and the resort city of Eilat. A visit to the historic city of Petra, Jordan, is also being planned. For trip information, contact Linda Rosenbluth at sarasotasistercities@gmail.com or Dr. Fred Bloom at fbloom1@comcast.net. For more information about Tel Mond: Betty Greenspan, Tel Mond City Director, lotus122@verizon.net http://sarasotasistercities.org/

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he Longboat Key Education Center, a not-for-profit educational organization, founded in 1985, offers over 150 adult enrichment courses, lectures and special events to the Sarasota-Manatee community. The 2014 season is filled with exciting events and programs celebrating and studying Jewish life, culture, theology and traditions in our local community, in Israel and worldwide. Here is just a sampling: One-time lectures on Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. include “The Chosen People” with Rabbi Brenner Glickman on January 14, “Can I See the Horns: 200 Years of Anti-Semitism Through Art” with Marcia Jo Zerivitz on January 28, “The Messiah and the Modern Jew” with Rabbi Elaine Rose Glickman on February 11, and “Yoo Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg: The Story of Ger-

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he rich Sephardic culture is woven into Israeli life across the board, but is virtually unfamiliar to many American Jews. Join the Al Katz Center on an enlightening journey through centuries of time and multiple continents to learn about and experience the depth and breadth of Sephardic Judaism and its remarkable influence upon all of Jewish life through today. How did Sephardic Jews develop into a distinctive Jewish group? What are the history and geography of Sephardic Jews that caused this distinctiveness? What customs are Sephardic? What elements of Jewish life have a Sephardic background? Why do Sephardim name their children after living relatives? Schedule: January 9: Sephardic history throughout the ages February 13: Sephardic geography – tracing the course of a people across continents March 6: Sephardic musical heritage April 10: Poetry and prose of the Sephardim May 15: Sephardic foods and recipes June 12: Sephardic customs and traditions Programs are open to the public. For more information, please contact Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

STAY CONNECTED a group for Jewish adults in their 20s-40s living in sarasota-Manatee offering chances to meet other young Jews in the area to socialize and give back.

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ome to the Al Katz Center for a kosher brunch on Friday mornings at 10:00 a.m. to learn about current Jewish contributions to the world in medicine, technology, ecology and cultural venues. Beyond anyone’s imagination, the Jews, and Israelis in particular, advance the course of history in positive directions every week, probably every day. It is an Israeli who invented the world’s first robotic snake, capable of squeezing into confined and dangerous quarters to help in rescue operations and military intelligence gathering. Does Israel save lives around the world through its extraordinary medical advances? Absolutely yes! Be informed and inspired by the achievements of the Jewish people in bringing hope and help to mankind through tireless efforts. Schedule: January 31: Medicine February 28: Agriculture March 28: Defense April 25: Technology May 23: Literature June 27: Ecology For more information, please call Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

February 1, March 1 and March 29. Please call 941.244.2042 or visit www.congkh.org to register or for more information.

he Congregation for Humanistic Judaism presents one of the Great Courses taught by Dr. David Ruderman, Professor at University of Pennsylvania. Baila Miller will introduce and lead the discussions following the 30-minute video presentations. The two sessions take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Unity, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota. Tuesday, March 4: Cultural Transformation in the Italian Ghetto – 17th Century Marranism and Messianism

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Tuesday, March 11: The Challenge of Baruch Spinoza, Moses Medelssohn and his generation Free for Congregation for Humanistic Judaism members; $5 for nonmembers To reserve your space, call 941.929.7771.

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“Women of the Bible”

his course will be framed by an examination of the feminine aspects of God and the authorship of the Bible. The discussion, led by Ruth Brandwein and Toby Deutsch, will focus on women who emerge as victors, not victims, and focus on such wellknown figures as Eve, Sarah, Rebecca, Leah, Rachel and Miriam. It will also introduce such lesser known figures as Lilith, Vashti, Esther, Deborah, Yael and Hannah.

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eginning on Tuesday, January 7 at 10:00 a.m. at Temple Sinai, Rabbi Larry Mahrer will present “An Overview of the Hebrew Bible; Where History and Theology Intersect.” This twelve-week one-hour class is $18 per month for non-members. Students should provide their own copies of the Bible and register with Rabbi Mahrer at rablar@tampabay.rr.com. Biblical theology changed many times as historic circumstances varied. The class will explore many facets of this.

Thank the Technion. As recently seen, Israel’s Iron Dome can intercept and destroy missiles – and save lives. In terms of capabilities, speed and accuracy, there is no system like it anywhere in the world. It was developed at Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, whose CEO says, “We couldn’t have done it without Technion graduates…some 80 percent of our engineering force are Technion graduates.” n And there are many more breakthroughs at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology. As one of the world’s leading universities in science, technology and medicine, the Technion is a major source of innovation. The brainpower of its graduates helps drive the Israeli economy and contributes to the health and security of people in Israel and around the world. n The American Technion Society consists of thousands of people in the United States who support the Technion. Please join us and help make the next generation of Technion breakthroughs possible. For more information, visit www.ats.org/IronDome or call 941.378.1500.

For more information, contact ATS Sarasota/Gulf Coast Chapter Director Jennifer Singer at 941.378.1500 / jennifer@ats.org www.ats.org

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Adult Education “Great Musical Jews: Their Lives & Times”

rom Al Jolson to Itzhak Perlman, the stage of musical Jews contains extraordinarily-talented men and women, often from impoverished backgrounds, who rose to the heights of public acclaim by inspiring and entertaining the world. Each one of these accomplished Jews has given immeasurable pleasure to diverse cultures hungry for beauty and melody. Their contributions to society are pervasive and permanent even decades after their deaths. The Al Katz Center is happy to offer this six-month course in the beautiful music of Jews that transcends the bounds of age, race, nationality and religion in tribute to pure tenacity and talent. Take time to learn how some of our greatest musical icons struggled through desperate times to

Early 2014 Classes fulfill their needs to please audiences worldwide. Schedule: January 2: Itzhak Perlman February 6: Irving Berlin March 11: Al Jolson April 17: Beverly Sills May 8: George Gershwin June 19: Benny Goodman Programs begin at 2:00 p.m. and are open to the public. For more information, call Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

“Great Ages and Ideas of the Jewish People”

ordechai Kaplan, founding thinker of Reconstructionist Judaism, defined Judaism as the “evolving religious civilization of the Jewish people.” In this course, led by Kayla Niles, we will read Great Ages

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TribeFest is an interactive and educational celebration that will draw over 1,500 Jewish young adults (ages 22-45) from across North America. Through presentations by dynamic leaders in politics, entertainment, music, art, food, religion and other aspects of Jewish life, TribeFest will offer attendees many ways to connect to their own Judaism and how they see themselves as part of the community.

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and Ideas of the Jewish People, edited by Leo W. Schwartz. It is a collection of six essays by some of the most important 20th century Jewish scholars, each exploring the life of a seminal Jewish community, from Biblical to modern times. The book is out of print but readily available online. The course takes place at Congregation Kol HaNeshama from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays from January 15 through February 19. Fee: $50 for members; $75 for non-members. Please call 941.244.2042 or visit www.congkh.org to register or for more information.

Hebrew Reading Course

lways wished you could read Hebrew? Temple Sinai is offering Beginning Hebrew with Sheryl Gofman on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to noon beginning January 26. You will be reading Hebrew and following along in services at the end of the ten-week session. The cost is $50 for materials. For more information on the learning system and to register, call Sue Huntting at 941.922.9322.

Ringling Estate Architecture Tour

he Brandeis National Committee of Sarasota presents the John and Charles Ringling Estate Architecture Tour on Friday, January 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ron McCarty, historian, curator and keeper of the Ca d’Zan, will conduct a personal tour of the Ringling Estates. Meet at the Ringling Museum/ Asolo parking lot at 9:45 a.m. The bus leaves promptly at 10:00 a.m. and will return to the parking lot at 3:00 p.m. The cost is $50 for members and $60 for guests. Limited to 55 people. RSVP to Janet at 941.388.9624 or Ann at 941.349.6713.

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he Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) will present To Be a Jew in the Free World: The Struggle for Identity in Modern Times. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. One side of the coin promised security, acceptance and affluence with the escape from antiSemitism and discrimination, while the other threatened assimilation, confusion of loyalties, and the possibility of disappearing as a nation. To Be a Jew in the Free World examines the personal and religious struggles that individuals and communities confronted as they faced the challenges of changing times; stories that provoke debate and shed insight into what it means to live as a Jew today. JLI courses are designed to appeal to people at all levels of Jewish knowl-

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edge, including those without any prior experience or background in Jewish learning. All JLI courses are open to the public, and attendees need not be affiliated with a particular house of worship. Wednesday classes begin February 5 at Chabad of Sarasota from 10:15 a.m. to noon, on the Federation Campus from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m., and at Chabad of Bradenton from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Monday classes begin February 3 at 4:30 p.m. at the Bayfront Park Recreation Center, 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Realizing Your Potential: Transformational Life Teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe is about reaching for the purpose of existence, by actualizing the powerful latent opportunity that exists within each individual, and by utilizing singular deeds to incre-

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Adult Education mentally achieve the impossible. On a fascinating journey you will encounter the Lubavitcher Rebbeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique philosophy and outlook on life that touched so many lives and shaped Chabad into what it is today. Wednesday classes begin on May 14 at Chabad of Sarasota from 10:15 a.m. to noon, on the Federation Campus from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m., and at Chabad of Bradenton from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. JLI courses are presented several times a year in the area and are sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. For more information or to register, contact: Chabad of Sarasota: 941.925.0770 Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch: 941.752.3030 Chabad of Venice: 941.493.2770

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Adult Education CHJ-U

HJ-U opens its 2014 year with Erwin Segal’s claim that the “Jewish scholars have had great influence shaping psychology, primarily in sub-disciplines.” Dr. Segal is one of the founders of the Center for Cognitive Science at the University of Buffalo, where he taught and did research from 1967-2004. The class takes place on Wednesday, February 26 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at Unity, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota. For more information, contact the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism at 941.929.7771.

“Building Israel’s Strategic Studies Center”

or thousands of years, our ancestors were denied their Jewish homeland, where they could live in control of their own country. In 1948, the world changed with the birth of Israel, and one of its founders, Dr. Thomas Hecht, helped to give it birth and continues to nurture it today. As a friend of David Ben-Gurion, Golda Meir and Menachem Begin, amongst many other renowned Jewish leaders, Dr. Hecht blazed trails for Israel, including his prize contribution to the State, the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, which has provided crucial analyses to Israeli governments for the past 20 years. In tribute to Begin, Dr. Hecht named his influential institute after his beloved friend. It is a distinct privilege to bring Dr. Hecht’s brilliant perspectives to the community in this momentous program on Tuesday, February 4 at 10:30 a.m. This is the second in a series of Dr. Hecht’s programs at the Al Katz Center. For more information, please call Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

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Early 2014 Classes “Why Wannsee?” Loaves of Love

hy was the infamous Nazi Wannsee Conference in Berlin on January 20, 1942, the most important conference for the ill-fate of the Jewish people in history? Who prepared the death list of Jews to be eliminated from Europe? Sarasota Holocaust survivor Kurt Marburg well remembers the Wannsee building from his childhood and the hate-fest against Jews that was feeding upon itself for years before the Conference culminated in an implacable death sentence for the Jewish people, largely led by Eichmann, the author of the death list. After Wannsee, the Jews were slated for annihilation. But before Wannsee, was there a ray of hope for the Jewish people? Kurt will lead us through the steps of a disaster-in-the-making, which he knew both as a survivor and later as an American soldier helping in the liberation of Europe’s death camps. Hear this harrowing story at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 20 at the Al Katz Center. For more information, please call Dr. Beverly Newman at the Al Katz Center at 941.313.9239.

“Dream Work”

ccording to Talmud, “a dream uninterpreted is like a letter unopened.” From Jacob and Joseph to others, dreams have been important in Judaism. In this experiential class, led by Linda Zelizer, we will explore ways to remember your dreams, how to uncover their hidden messages, and Jewish ways in which to bless and honor them. The course takes place at Congregation Kol HaNeshama from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 3. Fee: $30 for members; $45 for non-members. Please call 941.244.2042 or visit www.congkh.org to register or for more information.

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pelt challah, whole wheat challah, six-braided challah and challah knots – there’s no end to a woman’s creativity when it comes to kneading fresh challah dough. The Jewish Women’s Circle of Lakewood Ranch will be holding a Grand Challah Baking event on Thursday, May 8 at 7:30 pm at The Chabad House, 5712 Lorraine Road, Bradenton. Challah baking has long been an integral women’s mitzvah. This year, the JWC Loaves of Love program will demonstrate how to make a variety of different challahs as well as the method with which to do the mitzvah. Samples of different challahs and dips will be available for tasting. Aprons, a challah recipe book, and the challah-making experience are sure to draw many women to this event. Women will leave with two challahs – one for themselves and one to spread the love to someone else. For more information, please contact Chanie Bukiet at 941.752.3030 x2 or chanie@chabadofbradenton.com.

“Tikkun Leil Shavuot”

elebrate Shavuot – the anniversary of the Revelation of Torah – at Temple Emanu-El’s annual Tikkun Leil Shavuot on Tuesday, June 3 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Tikkun is an innovation of our Jewish mystics, who spent the night before Shavuot engaged in sacred study. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn in a warm, intimate and enjoyable environment. Two study sessions led by Rabbis Brenner and Elaine Glickman will be held. In between the sessions, attendees will enjoy a reception featuring dairy desserts. The Tikkun is free to temple members; $10 to guests with advance reservations, or $18 at the door. For more information, please call 941.379.1997.

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Education - Children Federation Programs Shalom Baby welcomes parents and their newborns or newly-adopted children into our community. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, this program is a wonderful way for new parents to find support and build Jewish connections during this special time in their lives. We invite families who are expecting, or have recently celebrated the arrival of a baby (or babies), to contact the Federation so it can wish you “Mazel Tov!” with a complimentary Shalom Baby gift basket, including special items and resource information about our Jewish community. For more information, please contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@ jfedsrq.org. The PJ Library® program supports families in their Jewish journey by sending high-quality Jewish-themed books and music on a monthly basis to children age six months to eight years. This program is free! In addition, PJ Library works with community partners to present children’s concerts, Tot Shabbat and other family activities. Register your child online at www.pjlibrary.org. The PJ Library is a gift from the Karp Family Foundation. For more information, please contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@ jfedsrq.org.

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Preschools The Gan at Temple Sinai

he Gan focuses on Jewish Early Childhood Programming for children up to five years of age. The Gan inspires children to embrace Jewish values by providing meaningful and authentic Jewish educational experiences in a nurturing, stimulating and safe environment. The preschool is accredited by the National Association for Child Care Professionals and is a recipient of a Gold Seal of Excellence from the Florida Department of Children and Families. The curriculum applies developmentally-appropriate practices inspired by Montessori methods. The hands-on approach to learning encourages each child to grow academically, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Children develop a positive self-image, learn Jewish values and independence, and are well prepared for Kindergarten. The Gan also offers summer camp and enrichments galore – Gymnastics, Tae Kwon Do, Computers, Music Together with Allisongs, Yoga for Kids, Spanish Workshop, Temple Tots for Infants and Toddlers, Tot Shabbat and Havdalah services, and state-of-theart InterActiv-Board technology in the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) classroom. Registration for all programs is ongoing. For more information or to set up a tour of the facility: Laura Freedman, 941.926.0462 www.thegansarasota.org.

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Temple Emanu-El Preschool

oving, experienced teachers; creative, hands-on learning; and fun, engaging Jewish experiences abound at Temple Emanu-El Preschool. Accredited by NAC and the recipient of Gold Seal certification by Sarasota County’s Early Learning Coalition, Temple Emanu-El Preschool offers secular and Jewish early-childhood education for ages 18 months through 5 years – including VPK – in a nurturing environment. Traditional preschool hours are available, as well as extended care from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Students enjoy enrichments in gymnastics, Spanish, music/movement and computers. The Preschool also sponsors Mommy and Me classes for parents/caregivers and children ages 2-18 months. In addition to joyful Shabbat celebrations with Rabbi Brenner Glickman, students participate in Six-Pointed Stars, a weekly class that teaches about prayer, holidays, Hebrew, Bible stories, God, and Jewish values through engaging, hands-on activities. Jewish and interfaith families at the preschool may also receive a free yearlong membership to Temple Emanu-El. For more information: Director Elaine Sharrock 941.377.8074 or preschool@sarasotatemple.org www.templeemanuelsarasota.org

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Education - Children Preschools Chabad of Sarasota Justin Lee Wiesner Preschool emple Beth Sholom has had an Kaplan Preschool established preschool program

habad Kaplan Preschool, a VPK provider, serves the educational needs of children ages two to five years. The preschool mission is to provide a warm and happy Jewish environment, which nurtures and values your child’s unique style of learning. Through song and dance, stories and discussions, the precious legacy of their

uniqueness as Jews is transmitted. A day in the life of a Chabad preschooler is truly an adventure! Backed by the latest research with an emphasis on up-to-date educational trends, the children enjoy learning via a play-based curriculum. As children move through their environment, they are encouraged to explore, manipulate, experiment, create and problem-solve creatively. The low student-teacher ratio ensures that each child receives individual and caring attention. At the heart of the program is the desire to nurture in the children a concern, kindness and sensitivity for their fellow human beings. For more information: Sara Steinmetz, 941.925.0770 or sara@chabadofsarasota.com

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since 1974 and has been in its present building since January 1988. The Justin Lee Wiesner Preschool at Temple Beth Sholom Schools is a FKC/FCIS accredited program with low teacherto-student ratios, and programs for infants through 4 years of age. The class population is ethnically and culturally diverse. Early Morning Care, Stay-NPlay, special interest clubs, Atelier art studio, kosher lunches, weekly Shabbat, and Judaic studies are offered. The Justin Lee Wiesner Preschool prides itself in running a developmentally appropriate program that is based on each child’s stage of development – social, emotional, cognitive and physical. Children learn by hands-on doing, progressing at their own speed through exploration and discovery. Learning is all about making connections, which

is done through creative projects/thematic units, such as weather, nature, drama and animals. For more information: Vickie Inglese, 941.954.2027 www.tbsschools.org.

The PJ Library program supports families in their Jewish journey by sending Jewishrelated books and music on a monthly basis to children for free. SPonSored By:

Karp Family Foundation facebook.com/pjlibraryofsarasota Visit the Federation website to sign up!

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Chabad Kaplan Preschool Serving children ages 2.5 - 5 years. Our mission is to provide a warm and happy Jewish environment that is supportive of each child’s own learning priorities.

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Day Schools TBS Schools K-8

emple Beth Sholom Schools was founded in 1992 for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. It began as an expansion of the Justin Lee Wiesner Preschool at Temple Beth Sholom. The school is fully accredited (FKC/FCIS) and is the only private Jewish school in Sarasota and Manatee counties. At Temple Beth Sholom Schools, students are challenged to think for themselves, develop a passion for discovery, become socially aware, and cultivate a “can-do” attitude that questions why, why not and how. Project-based learning asks students to investigate issues and topics addressing real-world problems by integrating subjects across the curriculum. A rigorous academic curriculum combined with hands-on experiences and low student-faculty ratios allows for an individualized program, and results in students working up to two years above grade level. Graduates are well placed in advanced high school programs including IB, AP and Honors. For more information: Rachel Saltzberg, 941-552-2770 www.tbsschools.org

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ScholArShIp Panim el Panim The Federation subsidizes an annual trip to Washington, D.C. for students in 10th, 11th or 12th grade to participate in the Panim el Panim Seminar.

The Federation will offer scholarships to applicants who have been accepted to a MASA program! Up to $2,000 to cover travel to and from Israel only. Scholarships are first come, first served. Visit TheJewishFederation.org or contact Amber Ikeman at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org. Klingenstein Jewish Center 580 McIntosh Road, Sarasota 941.371.4546 www.TheJewishFederation.org

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Learn how to make a difference and advocate for the issues most important to you while exploring our nation’s capital. The PANIM Institute of BBYO is creating a movement of young activists ready to take on the challenges facing the Jewish people, America and the world. Questions? Contact Amber Ikeman at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org

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Education - Children Hebrew/Religious Schools Paver Religious School TEE Religious School

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Chabad Jewish Center of Venice Hebrew School

he Martin & Mildred Paver Religious School of Temple Beth Sholom strives to provide an inspiring, stimulating and engaging educational experience guided by the Conservative movement’s principles. The school’s goal is to provide a kehillah (community) which will foster lifelong bonds among learners and engage them in a vibrant learning environment that celebrates being Jewish. On Sunday mornings, six core areas are addressed: Holidays and Symbols, Prayer (Worship services, Havdalah, Brachot, etc.), Jewish Values, Hebrew, Jewish Customs and Practices, Bible and History For more information: Dr. Geraldine Nussbaum, Dir. of Religious Education 941.552.2780 or gnussbaum@templebethsholomfl.org

he Jewish Congregation of Venice Ruth Satzman Levy Religious School promotes a quality program of Judaic studies and Hebrew language for all Jewish children, grades K-8. The school meets Sundays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Mid-week advanced Hebrew and Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation are offered, along with a post-B’nai Mitzvah program for teens. The professional teaching staff members are experienced and caring, as they help students to explore the meaning, relevance and importance of Jewish traditions, holidays and religious observances. Rabbi Daniel Krimsky’s strong background in religious education, and his enthusiasm and passion for learning, inspire both students and teachers. The focus of the Religious School is each child’s personal growth and development. Because class sizes are small, children benefit from individualized instruction. For more information: Rabbi Daniel Krimsky 941.484.2022 or jcvenice2@gmail.com

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ith a warm community, loving and expert teachers, kind students, and a leadership committed to making learning joyous, Temple Emanu-El Religious School is a place kids truly enjoy attending. Affectionately known as TEERS, Temple Emanu-El Religious School offers Sunday school for kindergarteners through seventh graders; an additional hour of Hebrew study begins in fourth grade. An outstanding post-B’nai Mitzvah/Confirmation program as well as the opportunity to serve as a classroom assistant keep about 90 percent of students involved with the religious school after they become Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Along with learning Hebrew and Judaica, students enjoy TEERS’ signature “chuggim” – hands-on classes in Jewish cooking, music, crafts and drama – as well as school-wide holiday celebrations, tzedakah projects and family Shabbat services. A variety of social programming – from a sukkah party to “Nights Out” for moms and dads – fosters a family-like feeling. For more information: Sabrina Silverberg, Director of Education 941.371.2788 or teers@sarasotatemple.org www.templeemanuelsarasota.org

pen to all Jewish children regardless of affiliation or knowledge of Judaism, the Chabad Jewish Center of Venice Hebrew School meets Sunday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. throughout the school year. The program, used by the worldwide network of Chabad Hebrew Schools, has been successful in providing children with a joy and love for Judaism in a positive and fun atmosphere. Drama, singing, arts and crafts, baking, interactive workbooks, and educational excursions are all used to bring the information to life. The hands-on learning style encourages children to be active and involved learners, and the world-famous Aleph Champ teaching method motivates students to excel in Hebrew language skills. Also included are classes in Jewish history within the context of world events and the deeper meaning of the Jewish holidays. Special holiday parties bring each significant day to life and create positive and warm feelings for the child’s first formal Jewish experiences. With years of experience behind them, the teachers of the Chabad of Venice Hebrew School are devoted and trained to use this multi-sensory curriculum for connecting with children in their most comfortable learning style or format. For more information: Rivka Schmerling, Educational Director, 941.493.2770

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Hebrew/Religious Schools Temple Beth El Chabad Hebrew School Bradenton of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch

habad Hebrew School (CHS), led by director Chanie Bukiet, has been in session since September 11, 2005. CHS provides parents with an incredible opportunity to inspire future adults with a sense of Jewish pride and awareness. With the use of original Hebrew-reading methodology combined with multi-sensory and hands-on lessons, CHS students look forward to Hebrew School all week long. CHS also provides many extracur-

ricular activities including four fabulous Jewish Heritage Series and Holiday Quilting-themed Family Fun Days, a Kosher Bake Sale, and Friday night dinner honoring the CHS Students. Monthly newsletters and progress reports encourage a strong homeschool connection. CHS welcomes families from every walk of life. Every child is made to feel comfortable with Chabad’s style and approach regardless of religious background or level of observance. The Hebrew School takes place Sunday mornings at the Chabad Jewish Center. For more information or to obtain a registration packet: Chanie Bukiet, 941.752.3030 or chanie@chabadodbradenton.com www.chabadofbradenton.com

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eligious School for children (primary grades through Bar/ Bat Mitzvah) meets Sunday mornings from 10:30 - noon from September through May. The program includes age-appropriate instruction in religion, Jewish history, culture, and introduction to Israel, supplemented by

“Judaism through the Arts,” a series of instruction by guest artists within the congregation in such areas as drama, music, the visual arts and cooking. The Religious School children, all ages, also participate in Temple Beth El’s Erev Shabbat services during the monthly family night Shabbat service the fourth Friday of each month. Hebrew instruction begins in fourth grade and is held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school. For more information: Susie Konicov, Education Chair and Religious School Principal 941.755.4900 or tbebradentonfl@yahoo.com www.templebethelbradenton.com

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emple Sinai Religious School is a community of families who “do Jewish” and love being Jewish together. From families of diverse backgrounds, Temple Sinai kids discover the joys of Judaism with their friends, guided by outstanding teachers who facilitate meaningful learning experiences focused on the needs and interests of the learners. Whether decorating matzah holders, competing in the Amazing Siddur Race, exploring what holiness means in today’s world, playing iPad Hebrew games or discovering what life is like in Israel, the learning is experiential and engaging, building on the best practices of Jewish education in the 21st century. Self-paced Hebrew accommodates learners of all ages at all levels. The new Gift Membership program brings together new member families and their host families to socialize and build life-long friendships. Give your child the gift of Judaism! This excellent program includes classes and programs on Sundays for Grades K-12, and mid-week Hebrew classes for Grades 3-6 in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch. Temple Sinai has as its mission to create opportunities for students and families to appreciate and proudly celebrate being Jewish in our community and in today’s world. For more information: Sue Huntting RJE, Religious School Director, 941.922.9322 or ReligiousSchool@templesinaisarasota.org

pen to all Jewish children, the Weinstein Religious School meets every Wednesday afternoon from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. throughout the school year. The Morris & Paecia Weinstein Religious School is a place where the joys, values and traditions of Judaism are brought vividly to life. Chabad Religious School is a traditional learning center that has been successful in catering to Jewish families from all walks of life. Its weekly schedule includes Hebrew reading following the trendsetting Aleph Champion program, Jewish history, Jewish holidays, and a hands-on approach to teaching mitzvot. Special holiday events create exciting moments and great memories. Chabad of Sarasota invites you to give your child the gift of Jewish pride and knowledge. Membership is NOT required to join the school. Parents of prospective students are encouraged to schedule a visit. For more information: Sara Steinmetz, Director, 941.925.0770 or sara@chabadofsarasota.com

Congregation Ner Tamid

t Congregation Ner Tamid’s Jewish Living and Learning Sunday School, it’s never a struggle to get the children out of bed and ready for a day of Jewish Living and Learning. Certified, knowledgeable teachers gently guide children through a handson, experiential curriculum. Children make connections between their rich Jewish heritage and their own lives as they study Torah, Jewish thought, history and customs. They enjoy steady success as they learn Hebrew at their own pace. They are linked to the community as they actively engage in tikkun olam (social action) activities. Their bond with the congregation is strengthened as each one plays a role in Shabbat and

holiday services, and in family-friendly congregation programs. Best of all, for busy families, school meets twice monthly. And after B’nai Mitzvah, they come back – which says it all. For information: Rena Morano, Education Director, 941.795.8687 or shalom@nertamidflorida.org www.nertamidflorida.org

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Education - Children Temple Emanu-El Preschool Summer Camp

he learning, nurturing and fun of Temple Emanu-El Preschool continues through the summertime with an unforgettable camp experience. Children ages 18 months through five years are invited to spend summer days in the loving, safe and caring environment of Temple Emanu-El’s nationally-accredited, Gold Star-rated Jewish preschool. With traditional camp hours as well as extended care to accommodate working families, Temple Emanu-El Preschool’s summer camp offers fun weekly themes including Insects, Fairy Tales, Ocean, Camping, and Community Helpers; special activities like Shabbat celebrations, science projects, art, movement, literature, and cooking highlight the experience. Among the children’s favorite features are gymnastics, water days, firefighter and guide dog visits – and an end-of-session visit from the ice cream truck! For more information: Elaine Sharrock, Temple Emanu-El Preschool Director, 941.377.8074

Camps Chabad of Sarasota Camp Gan Israel

habad of Sarasota’s Camp Gan Israel is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish camps in the world. It enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas and creative programs. Camp Gan Israel provides four weeks of fun activities, trips and theme days, all with a Jewish twist. For thirteen years, Chabad of Sarasota has enthralled children ages 5-11 while imbuing lots of Ru’ach (spirit) and Jewish pride. Camp Gan Israel is more than a break from the school routine. It is an experience in which children learn the importance of caring, sharing, patience and working with others. Each camper will be able to express his/her creativity, by partaking in a variety of activities, including sports, karate and art. For additional information: Sara Steinmetz, Director, 941.925.0770 or sara@chabadofsarasota.com

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t Temple Beth Sholom Day School, kids of all ages can participate in a Summer Experience that is heavy on the fun and light on the stress. The teaching staff consists of the same wonderful teachers that the children interact with during the school year. The preschool program classes are limited in size. Along

with the fun art and cooking themed projects, campers enjoy art class in the Atelier (art studio), water play in the outside classroom, and weekly Shabbat and rallies. Swim lessons and gymnastics are available in conjunction with the YMCA. The elementaryage campers have access to the state-

of-the-art computer lab and a fabulous playground with a soccer field and running track. All elementary-age campers participate in swimming, gymnastics and art. Every Friday they celebrate Shabbat with a talent show and a visit to the Bari Brooks Center at the YMCA next door for a dance party. For more information: Temple Beth Sholom Schools, 941.552.2770 www.tbsschools.org

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he Gan at Temple Sinai’s Early Childhood Program offers a summer camp option throughout the summer months. Along with the activities designed to complement a particular theme, traditional summertime fun activities are included in the monthly program. They include playing games, story time, art projects, cooking, music, movement, dance, dramatic play, science and, of course, water play. Many special activities and enrichments are offered as well, including gymnastics, Tae Kwon Do, a Spanish workshop, yoga, art, magic shows, puppet shows and more. As during the school year, the Friday Shabbat celebration is a lovely part of the busy week. The Director of Camp Gan, along with Chazzan Cliff Abramson, lead the service with Shabbat prayers, songs and dance. Camp Gan at Temple Sinai...growing minds, strengthening bodies, nurturing souls. For more information: Laura Freedman, Director of Early Childhood Education 941.926.9462 www.thegansarasota.org

Camps Chabad of Venice Camp Gan Israel

he Chabad Jewish Center of Venice provides a three-week summer day camp from midJune to mid-July. Called Camp Gan Israel or “Gan Izzy,” the camp attracts children of all backgrounds between the ages of 3 and 13. Children are offered a variety of exciting sports, swimming, arts and crafts, as well as such diverse activities as karate and horseback riding. Numerous special activities, workshops and even a fire juggling show are very popular. The camp also includes twice-aweek field trips to such varied destinations as a water park, golfing, bowling, BounceU and local museums. The camp’s trademark hot kosher lunch is served each day to every camper. Camp Gan Israel is dedicated to enriching the lives of Jewish children from diverse backgrounds and affiliations. It is a place where children learn the importance of caring, sharing, tolerance, patience and working with others.

Camp Director Rivka Schmerling oversees a staff which includes head counselors, group counselors and numerous volunteers including many local teenagers. Safety is the number one priority, and the counselor-camper ratio is one counselor for every five children. All counselors have prior camping experience and are well trained in safety. An indication of the close bond

which develops between campers and counselors is the tearful good-byes on the last day as well as the connection that lasts throughout the year. Planning for 2014 Camp Gan Israel is already underway. For more information: Rivka Schmerling, 941.493.2770 www.cgivenice.com

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Camps Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch Camp Gan Israel

amp Gan Israel, part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world, is sponsored by Chabad Lubavitch of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch and known for its innovative ideas, creative programs, fabulous staff and new activities. At Gan Israel, children enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm and spirited atmosphere. Campers are imbued with a deep sense of pride in Jewish heritage and a love for the land of Israel. Weekly Judaic themes are taught through exciting activities. Stories, songs, games and contests, in addition to challah baking, Shabbat parties, arts and crafts, and cooking are part of the unique Gan Israel experience.

Gan Israel is much more than a physical break from the school routine. It’s a comprehensive program designed to strengthen body and soul. Safety is a priority at Camp Gan Israel. Individualized attention and professional staff assure parents that their children are well taken care of. For more information or to register a child: 941.752.3030 or info@chabadofbradenton.com www.cgibradenton.org

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The Jewish Overnight Camp Incentive Grant Program provides subsidies of up to $1,000 per child for campers attending a Jewish not-for-profit overnight camp. Grants are provided by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Eligible parents and children must be Jewish, residents of Sarasota or Manatee counties, and legal residents of the United States. Grants are paid directly to the camp and are available on a first-come, firstserved basis. The deadline for summer 2014 is January 24, 2014. Please contact Sarah Wertheimer at the Federation at 941.552.6308 or swertheimer@jfedsrq.org.

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Camps URJ Camp Coleman

Camp Barney Medintz

amp Barney Medintz, the summer resident camp of the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, is located in the North Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains on over 500 wooded acres surrounding two private lakes. The camp, established in 1963, serves 1,200 boys and girls throughout the Southeast, including the SarasotaManatee area, and 25 states from coastto-coast.

Camp Barney offers every imaginable activity, including water skiing, horseback riding, ropes courses, whitewater rafting, all field/court sports, music, theater, dance, fencing, scuba, and 250 additional activities, programs and trips. Camp Barney has created a unique community that is all about adventure and self-discovery, exhilarating activities and exciting events, being in a strong culturally Jewish environment (kosher) with special friends, all under the supervision of a handpicked collection of staff. For more information about Camp Barney programs, Family Camps, staff opportunities, or other adventures: September 1 - June 1, 770.396.3250 or summer@campbarney.org www.campbarney.org

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amp Coleman, a program of the UnionforReformJudaism,serves campers from the Southeast U.S., including Florida. Committed to core values of respect, peace, community and kindness, the camp is a warm and caring community where campers have fun and experience the excitement and warmth of belonging to a Reform Jewish community. Thousands of young people have called Camp Coleman home for more than 40 years. URJ Camp Coleman allows children to live a wholly Jewish life while at camp. Campers can experience Jewish culture and tradition while in a safe, challenging and fun environment. For more information: 770.671.8971 in the winter campcoleman@urj.org www.coleman.urjcamps.org

or five decades, Camp Judaea has been providing a high-quality, fun and educational program to children and staff members. Camp Judaea is a leader in the Jewish and Zionist camping world for environmentalism in the Southeast region of the U.S. Camp Judaea represents the pluralist American Jewish community and educates about culture, respect and diversity. Jewish identity building is a core product of the program that translates to future Jewish leaders who take action in the Jewish value of “tikkun olam.” The camp takes advantage of its beautiful setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to provide campers with an outdoor experience that will heighten their appreciation of nature and the outdoors. All campers accepted, regardless of race, color, age, handicaps, religion or national origin. For more information: 404.634.7883 in the winter www.campjudaea.org

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Camp Ramah Darom

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amp Ramah Darom (Ramah of the South) is located in the North Georgia Mountains, just two hours north of Atlanta. Nestled on 122 beautiful acres of Appalachian Valley, crystal-clear mountain brooks feed the camp’s picturesque lake, and an inspiring 100-foot waterfall caps the view. The site is further enhanced by more than 10,000 acres of wilderness and hiking trails in the adjacent Chattahoochee National Forest. Founded in 1997, Ramah Darom is the newest overnight camp in the national Ramah system. Under the auspices of the Jewish Theological Seminary, Ramah is the camping arm of the Conservative Movement. Camp Ramah provides a religious, educational camp experience designed to inculcate young people with the values, philosophy, rituals and practices of Judaism in all aspects of everyday life. Along with athletics and the arts, campers and staff receive meaningful Jewish education in a context that promotes an enduring sense of belonging, friendship and joy. Ramah Darom draws campers from 11 southern states including Florida. For more information: 404.531.0801 in the winter info@ramahdarom.org www.ramahdarom.com

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rom sunrise to sunset, there’s so much to do at Camp Shalom. Located on the edge of the Ocala National Forest, Camp Shalom was established in 1971 by Shelley and David Sokol. The camp is still owned and operated by the Sokols, along with daughter/ camp director, Heidi Sokol-Weinstein and son and daughter-in-law/resident

Education - Children owners, Michael and Sarah Sokol. Camp Shalom is the only co-ed (girls and boys, ages 7-16) Jewish overnight camp in Florida. Through the years, thousands of campers have spent their summers at Camp Shalom, growing, playing and experiencing Jewish values. The opportunities for fun at Camp Shalom are endless. Camper favorites include the sports program, arts & crafts, dance, drama, waterfront, the swimming pool, cooking, music, video game challenges and much more. At the end of the day, win or lose, every camper goes back to the cabin feeling accomplished and having learned new skills. For more information: 800.279.0401 or campshalomfl@gmail.com www.campshalom.net

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Focus on Youth Youth Groups Temple Beth Sholom Hillels of the Florida Suncoast illels of the Florida Suncoast the broader campus community about Youth Groups is the umbrella organiza- Judaism, Jewish culture and Israel; and

emple Beth Sholom seeks to create an informal setting in which children and teens can connect to their Jewish identities through social, cultural, spiritual and community service activities. Programs for each group take place about once a month and activities range from social activities like visiting a trampoline park, dances and parties, to social action activities such as baking challah for the needy, and religious activities like leading Friday night services or an occasional Havdalah service. These youth groups are affiliated with United Synagogue Youth (USY) and The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and open to all young

people in the Jewish community. Programs include Chalutzim (grades 3-5), Kadima (grades 6-8), and USY (grades 9-12). USY and Kadima participate in Regional Conventions and Yom Disney (Disney Day), and are a wonderful way to meet other young Jews. For more information or to sign up for membership: Amber Ikeman aikeman@templebethsholomfl.org

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tion that works with Jewish college students on the west coast of Florida at New College of Florida and Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, at the University of South Florida (USFSP) and Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, the University of Tampa and the University of South Florida in Tampa. Suncoast Hillels is affiliated

builds strong future Jewish families, communities and leaders. For more information about any of the Suncoast Hillel chapters: Rabbi Ed Rosenthal, Exec. Dir. 813.765.6364, 813.899.2788 or rabbied@suncoasthillels.org www.suncoasthillels.org

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with Hillel - The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life, which is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world, and works with the nearly 3,000 Jewish college students in our region. Its mission is to enrich the lives of Jewish undergraduate and graduate students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. Suncoast Hillels offers a pluralistic, welcoming, inclusive environment, where students find the balance they seek in being distinctively Jewish and universally human. It creates Jewish life on campus, helping to secure a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewish identity at a critical time in their life. Hillel provides support and guidance, and a home-away-from-home for Jewish students. It cultivates strong engagement, education and advocacy on behalf of the State of Israel; educates

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ll Jewish teens in grades 9-12 are welcome to join Sarasota-Manateeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local chapters, Anachnu Tamid BBG and Achim AZA, for monthly meetings and events. BBYO is a pluralistic teen organization with a mission of involving more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences. BBYO teens plan and execute programs that interest them with guidance from adult advisors and staff. BBYO is a great way to get involved after your Bar/Bat Mitzvah. The AZA and BBG chapters boast over 30 high school teens who regularly attend regional Shabbatonim and programs with Jewish teens from Orlando, Tampa and Naples. Past chapter events include Relay for Life, Color Wars, Israel Dinner and Speaker, Sleepovers, Leadership Training, Treasure Island Scavenger Hunt and much more. For more information on BBYO: NFR@bbyo.org http://bbyo.org/region/ northflorida/

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Youth Groups Temple Emanu-El Youth Group programs include Skyping with Israeli soldiers, a tie-dye party, an outing to Jumpin’ Fun Sports, a game day, and the highly-anticipated color war that closes out the religious school year with fun and spirit. The sense of friendship and community enhances youth groupers’ experience at religious school, deepens the bonds among young people, and strengthens the warm family feeling that is so central to Temple Emanu-El. For more information: Sabrina Silverberg, Director of Religious Education, 941.378.5567

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enthusiastic and eager for Judaism and Jewish learning. An astonishing 90 percent of Bar/Bat Mitzvah students choose to continue their studies by joining the synagogue’s Confirmation class. Now in its second year, the class welcomes students as soon as they celebrate their Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony. Students meet monthly with Rabbi Brenner Glickman to explore and study topics of their choosing, including interfaith marriage, the afterlife, the Creation story, Judaism, and the environment. Tools from group discussion to creating advertisements to text study allow students to be active participants in learning; and built-in time to snack and socialize allows students to strengthen their bonds of friendship and community. For more information: Sabrina Silverberg, Director of Religious Education, 941.378.5567

ce-skating, roller skating, minigolf, mitzvah projects, overnights, end-of-the-year Maccabiah games – and forging friendships to last a lifetime – are among the special activities enjoyed by members of Temple EmanuEl’s youth group for fourth through seventh graders.

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Youth Groups Temple Sinai JOOSY & SAFETY Chabad of Venice emple Sinai strives to provide leadership development CTeen quality Jewishly-rich, social JOOSY (Junior Organization of

opportunities for young congregants. As a URJ congregation, the temple is affiliated with NFTY, the National Federation of Temple Youth. The Youth Groups are committed to: Helping strengthen Jewish identity and connections Creating an environment that is accepting and open Building strong relationships among youth and teens Providing opportunities for

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Sinai Youth): Sixth through eighthgraders get together for social, cultural and community service events. Participants may attend Hatikvah Kallah, a junior NFTY convention. JOOSY and SAFETY sometimes have temple events together. SAFETY (Sarasota Area Federation of Extreme Temple Youth): High-school students meet about once a month for student-organized and led programs. SAFETY members may participate in NFTY-STR events throughout the year, URJ’s Mitzvah Corp project and Camp Jenny. They also have opportunities to run for leadership positions within the temple youth group and the NFTY region. For more information: Len Steinberg, Youth Director 941.924.1802 x112 or len@templesinai-sarasota.org

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he Chabad Jewish Center of Venice offers CTeen – a unique Jewish teen club that compacts exhilarating fun and meaningful projects into a program that’s thrilling and uniting. CTeen events happen at least monthly, but the moments last a lifetime and the experience is priceless. CTeen is run by Rabbi Sholom Schmerling and his wife, Rivka, and both develop a special personal connection to many of the teens. CTeen is an opportunity for Jewish teens to feel proud of who they are and to have a place where it’s “safe” to be themselves, in this turbulent society. Parents of the teenagers are ecstatic that the club is a positive environment where their children can belong. For more information: 941.493.2770 or info@chabadofvenice.com

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A fun event for all of Sarasota’s Jewish teens When: to get together! Whether January 11, 2014 @ 6:30PM you’re in USY, NFTY, BBYO, January 12, 2014 @ 9:00AM or are looking to get involved, this is an event not to be missed. Bring Where: your own sleeping bag and pillow. This program is presented in partnership with the Shapiro Teen Engagement Program of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee.

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ach year, The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee selects local high school students to participate in the prestigious Bob Malkin Young Ambassadors Teen Leadership Program (BMYA) and two-week mission to Israel. This educational, cultural and spiritual journey allows teens to develop leadership skills, explore their heritage and learn firsthand the importance of Israel to Jews around the world. In addition to the highly-subsidized trip, the program includes regular pre- and post-mission meetings, social events and leadership training, during which the Young Ambassadors will develop their relationships with one another and with Israel, and become ambassadors in our community. Eligible Jewish teens must be in grade 10 or 11 and be residents of Sarasota or Manatee counties. Teens are selected in December; sessions are held from January through August, with the trip to Israel in June. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org. In April 2014, thousands of Jewish teens from around the world will share a once-in-a-lifetime experience on the March of the Living Mission, where they march three kilometers from

Auschwitz to Birkenau, the largest concentration camp complex built by the Nazis. The march commemorates Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. From Poland, participants will fly to Israel to celebrate Yom HaAtzmaut, Israel Independence Day. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee partners with local philanthropists to provide scholarships annually for area teens to participate. This program is open to students in grades 11 and 12. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq. org. The Send-A-Kid-to-Israel Program (S.K.I.P.), which provides funds for teen travel to Israel, reflects The

Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s commitment to Jewish continuity and identity for our community. The program provides scholarships to enable area Jewish teens to participate in Israel trips and programs sponsored by an accredited cultural and/or educational organization. S.K.I.P. is funded in large part by the Betty and Herb Schiff S.K.I.P. Fund. Applications for 2014 programs are due by April 4, 2014. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org. Each year, The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee awards Education Scholarships to qualified applicants through the Robert Michelson

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OF THE LIVING An unforgettable and life-changing experience! For 11th & 12th Grade Students Selected teens will spend a week in Poland and march from Auschwitz to Birkenau with thousands of fellow Jews on Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day). The particpants will then spend a week in Israel on Yom Hazikaron (Israel Memorial Day) and Yom Ha’atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) seeing the incredible sites and sounds of our homeland.

Get complete information under the Teen Section at TheJewishFederation.org. Questions? Contact Amber Ikeman at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org

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Scholarship Program. Scholarships generally range from $500 to $5,000 per student and are available to Jewish students and a limited number for nonJewish applicants. In 2013, $64,000 was awarded to 31 local Jewish teens. The primary consideration for these scholarships will be based on financial need. However, a good academic record and community involvement in Jewish activities are also important. The deadline for the 2014-15 school year is April 14, 2014. Details and applications can be found on the Federation’s website at www.jfedsrq.org. Contact Sarah Wertheimer at the Federation at 941.552.6308 or swertheimer@jfedsrq. org. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee offers travel scholarships of up to $2,000 for area students who have been accepted to a MASA experience in Israel. MASA Israel Journey is a project of the Government of Israel and the Jewish Agency for Israel that

enables young Jewish adults, ages 18-30, to spend five to 12 months in Israel interning, volunteering or studying on more than 200 programs. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis each year. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or The 2013 Bob Malkin Young Ambassadors and Federation staff at the Western Wall aikeman@jfedsrq.org. The Jewish Federation of Sara- and to prepare them to become leaders sota-Manatee funds Jewish program- in the Jewish community. Visit www. ming for area college students through suncoasthillels.org for program details the Hillels of the Florida Suncoast. or contact Amber Ikeman at the FedHillel groups at New College of Florida eration at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@ and the Ringling School of Art & De- jfedsrq.org. The Jewish Federation of Sarasign host educational, social, cultural, religious, social justice, Israel and lead- sota-Manatee offers students ages 16ership programs. The program pro- 22 the opportunity to be published vides opportunities that are designed to and get real-world writing experience strengthen the students’ Jewish identity through the Joseph J. Edlin Journalism Internship. Interns write for a professional publication, The Jewish News of Sarasota-Manatee, as well as the FedQuestions? ContACt: eration’s blog, and learn more about the AMBER IKEMAN Jewish nonprofit world. Preferred are 941.343.2106 oR applicants who wish to pursue a career AIKEMAN@JFEDSRQ.ORG in journalism, have a desire to work in the nonprofit sector and are interested in helping others. Applicants interested in writing or graphic design/illustration are encouraged to send samples of their work, a resume and a cover letter to Kim Mullins at kmullins@ jfedsrq.org or to The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, Klingenstein Jewish Center, 580 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL 34232. The deadline for submissions is April 1, 2014. Please contact Kim with any questions. By way of the Friedman Family Apply online: TheJewishFederation.org Fund, The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee provides scholarships The SKIP program is funded in large part by the Betty and Herb Schiff Send-a-Kid-to-Israel Fund. for students in grades 10-12 to study abroad in Israel on the Alexander The Klingenstein Jewish Center 580 Mcintosh Rd., Sarasota Fl 34232 Muss High School in Israel Program. 941.371.4546 • TheJewishFederation.org Students attend part of the academic

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Federation Programs school year or summer in Israel during the sophomore, junior or senior year of high school on a fully-accredited academic and fun experience, earning high school and college credit. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, firstserved basis. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee brings a delegation of students in grades 10-12 each spring to the highly-subsidized Panim el Panim Seminar in Washington, D.C. Participants learn how to make a difference and advocate for the issues most important to them while exploring our nation’s capital. The Panim Institute of BBYO is creating a movement of young activists ready to take on the challenges facing the Jewish people, America and the world. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org. The AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) Policy Conference is the pro-Israel community’s largest annual gathering, drawing thousands of participants from all 50 states. The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee brings high school and college students to the highly-subsidized Policy Conference each spring in Washington, D.C. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org. Through local donors and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, S.T.E.P. (Shapiro Teen Engagement Program) provides opportunities for teens in the community to make Jewish friends and connect to Jewish life in Sarasota. S.T.E.P. provides community teen programs like lockins, beach days and karaoke parties, planned and executed by teen leaders. Through S.T.E.P., Federation also provides staff support for youth group programs. Contact Amber Ikeman at the Federation at 941.343.2106 or aikeman@jfedsrq.org.

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Each year, The Jewish Federation awards scholarships to qualified applicants attending university, college, vocational/trade school and community college.

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Jewish Outreach Temple Sinai Outreach Programs

he doors are open at Temple Sinai both to unaffiliated Jews and to those seeking to learn more about Judaism and Jewish living. The community is warmly welcome at all Shabbat services, Tot Shabbats, K-2 Family Programs, movies, musical concerts and speakers. In particular, Temple Sinai offers two unique experiences to the community: Jewish Food Festival Now in partnership with All Faith’s Food Bank, Temple Sinai’s Jewish Food Festival draws folks from throughout Sarasota and Manatee who are looking for a good nosh and find so much more. From the used book sale, to the health-provider displays, to the artisans’ booths, this annual event brings together a cross-section of our community and promotes the mission of All Faith’s Food Bank. Grandparents Circle Jewish grandparents whose grandchildren are being raised in interfaith homes are eager to share Judaism in authentic and respectful ways, but don’t always know how to be most effective. Temple Sinai offers the free five-session Grandparents Circle, under the auspices of the Jewish Outreach Institute, that gives grandparents the opportunity to share stories and appropriate strategies for being a Jewish influence in their grandchildren’s lives. To find out when the next Circle begins, call 941.924.1802.

Tot Shabbat Friday evening Tot Shabbats, held at various times throughout the year, offer a warm and interactive service ideal for preschool age through second-grade children. Rabbi Huntting, Chazzan Abramson (and his guitar), and Geveret Laura Freedman come together to create a special experience. The service

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includes story-time and sing-a-longs. The 5:30 p.m. service is followed by a Kiddie Oneg or a family-friendly dinner. All families are warmly welcomed. Upcoming Tot Shabbat dates are February 21 with an oneg, and April 4 with a family dinner. For more information: Laura Freedman 941.926.9462

Jewish Cong. of Venice Outreach

or thirty years, the Jewish Congregation of Venice (JCV) has reached out to unaffiliated Jewish residents of Venice and their nonJewish neighbors, often opening its multi-purpose building for community events. The Senior Service Outreach program transports isolated, home-bound seniors to the JCV for group therapy, socialization and a delicious homecooked lunch. The Sisterhood hosts other synagogue sisterhoods and connects with women’s groups of area churches. Concerts, speakers, films and Mah Jongg tournaments are well attended by the public, as is the outdoor Chanukah candle lighting at a downtown park. All Venice knows JCV’s annual Jewish Food Festival, a major “happening” bringing thousands of guests to the JCV campus for delicious Kosher-style food and family fun. A founding member of the Venice Interfaith Community Association, the Jewish Congregation of Venice promotes community respect, understanding and cooperation, and works closely with other faith groups on Venice interfaith educational and social service programs. For more information: Beata Hulliger, Administrator 941.484.2022 or jcvenice2@gmail.com

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Jewish Outreach Temple Emanu-El Tot Shabbat

ow do we teach our young children that being Jewish is special? We can begin by taking them to Temple Emanu-El’s Tot Shabbat outreach program. Held on Saturday mornings throughout the year, Tot Shabbat provides meaningful and fun Shabbat experiences for young Jewish and interfaith families. Whether taking place on the temple’s playground or at popular public spaces such as Crowley Nature Center or Hunsader Farms, Tot Shabbat features time to play and socialize, a

Temple Emanu-El Outreach to Lakewood Ranch/East Manatee

emple Emanu-El continues out- ming, including a Rosh Hashanah dinreach programs to the Jewish ner and an end-of-Passover pizza party, and interfaith community of were added last year as well. For details about upcoming and Lakewood Ranch/East Manatee. Temple Emanu-El plans several ongoing Temple Emanu-El outreach free events in the area, offering educa- programs to Lakewood Ranch/East tional and social opportunities for all Manatee: Rabbi Elaine Rose Glickman ages. One much-anticipated program is 941.379.1997 the annual Family Picnic and Havdalah at Summerfield Park, featuring balloon animals, face-painting, and free ice cream from the ice cream truck. Other Lakewood Ranch/ East Manatee outreach programs include a swim party at Greyhawk Landing and classes at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall – including two installments a year of Rabbi Brenner GlickTemple Emanu-El Rabbi Brenner Glickman man’s popular “Lunch with the leads the Havdalah service at the Family Picnic and Havdalah at Summerfield Park Rabbi.” New holiday program-

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craft, a bagel breakfast, and age-appropriate Shabbat songs, prayers, movement, and stories with Rabbi Brenner Glickman. Highlights include a birthday party for the trees at Sarasota Children’s Garden on Tu B’Shevat, celebrating Israel’s birthday on Israeli Independence Day, and splashing in wading pools at “Splash Shabbat” every summer. Tot Shabbat is free and open to everyone. Interfaith and unaffiliated families are welcome and will quickly find a warm community. Many of the monthly Tot Shabbat programs are co-sponsored by Temple Emanu-El and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. For more information: 941.379.1997

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• Meet other Jews in the area • Learn about upcoming programs & events • Connect with the Jewish community For more information, contact Ilene Fox at ifox@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2111

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Jewish Outreach Temple Beth El Outreach

emple Beth El Bradenton is committed to bringing its outreach program to the Manatee County area. Its mission is “For all Temple Beth El congregants to fulfill their obligations as Jews to make a difference in the world by helping the needy in our community.” What started as a High Holy Day food drive has turned into a yearlong project with a donation barrel from Meals on Wheels that sits in the temple’s entry. The temple has also joined with Turning Point, an organization that works with the homeless, by collecting personal hygiene items that Turning Point hands out to the people who come for help. The newest project is Dream Center in Bradenton, which supports minority youth through reading. Temple

members have cultivated a program in which temple youth can be a liaison with Dream Center youth in understanding the different religious beliefs and holidays. Temple Beth El also celebrates Hanukkah with the community at its annual Downtown Bradenton Hanukkah Menorah Lighting, as well as Purim, with the reading of the Megillah, a klezmer band concert, and carnival. For more information: 941.755.4900 www.templebethelbradenton.com

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ongregation for Humanistic Judaism members are active in the All Faiths Food Bank’s program, providing money, food, packing and delivery for the Backpack for Kids program. An active Social Action Committee concentrates on the needs of those less fortunate in our community.

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As a member of the Gulfcoast Affirming Interfaith Network (GAIN) CHJ plays an active role in planning the World Aids Day Service and the Annual GAIN spring program. The Annual Education Series, the January Scholar-in-Residence weekend and dynamic speakers at each service draw a wide audience – both Jewish and non-Jewish. CHJ is represented on the Synagogue Council as well as the Synagogue Council’s Social Action Committee. For more information: 941.929.7771 www.chj-sarasota.org

Temple Beth Israel Outreach

emple Beth Israel is committed to its Outreach program and actively pursues partnerships within the community to advance worthwhile causes. The temple’s Social Action Committee organizes a variety of meetings and get-togethers, including a multidenominational Thanksgiving celebration, an interfaith Passover seder and an annual High Holy Days luncheon with the Russian Jewish community. Through the coordination provided by the Social Action Committee, the temple also supports local outreach initiatives, including support for area homeless and others in need provided by the Bill Galvano One Stop Center in Bradenton, the All Faiths Food Bank, as well as the Children’s Healthy Pantry. The Men’s Club actively supports Meals on Wheels, Magen David Adom and Sarasota Opera. For more information: 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org

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Major community events plus select events from area temples and organizations open to the entire community For up-to-date information on these and other community events, please check The Jewish News, www.jfedsrq.org, and the individual temple and organization websites.

January 2014 January 7, 7:30 p.m. “Live” from NY’s 92nd St Y The Tragedy and Triumph of Israel Haaretz senior correspondent Ari Shavit joins New Yorker editor David Remnick for an incisive analysis of the Jewish state’s fraught history and its prospects for the future. Temple Beth Israel $5 for nonmembers 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org January 8, 5:00 p.m. Newcomer’s Event New to Sarasota-Manatee? Join The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee to meet and connect with other Jews in the community and learn about upcoming programs and events. Sarasota Yacht Club Free; RSVP required Ilene Fox, ifox@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2111 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx January 9, noon Lunch with the Rabbi Dr. Susan Seigel on “Senior Citizens and Intimate Relations” Temple Beth Israel $10, deli lunch included 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org January 9, 7:00 p.m. Lecture by Letty Cottin Pogrebin “Being Jewish and Female in America” Congregation Kol HaNeshama $10 advance registration 941.244.2042

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January 9, 7:00 p.m. Movie Night Jewish-themed movie; refreshments Temple Beth Israel $3.50 (free for members) 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org January 9, 7:15 p.m. “A Beautiful Tree of the Field” Learn about seven special fruits and seven dimensions of inner beauty. Enjoy a Tai Chi class with Rosann Argenti. Chabad of Sarasota Rebbetzin Circle, free; N’shei members, $10; nonmembers, $12 941.925.0770 January 9, 7:30 p.m. Jewish Women’s Circle “Mahjong and Challah Baking” Whether you’re a novice or an expert, you will have the opportunity to learn and have fun with the activity of your choice! Chabad of Venice JWC members, $12; nonmembers, $15 941.493.2770 January 10, 7:00 p.m. Shabbat Experience with Rabbi Nesenoff The Chabad House, Bradenton $20 adults / $15 children (3-12) 941.752.3030 or info@chabadofbradenton.com

January 11-12, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. Community Youth Lock-In Join teens from throughout SarasotaManatee for the second annual Community Teen Lock-In. Hosted by USY, NFTY, BBYO and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, the event includes a Havdalah service, food, games, activities, new friends and FUN! Jewish Federation Campus Free Amber Ikeman, aikeman@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2106 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx January 12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 6th annual Jewish Food Festival All the great comfort foods – eat in or take out – health fair, craft vendors Temple Sinai 941.924.1802 January 12, 6:00 p.m. Annual Gala Temple Beth Israel Cost TBA 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org January 16, 11:30 a.m. Tu B’Shevat Seder & Saplings Feast on Israeli fruits and grains, and plant saplings in pots for the Festival of the Trees Al Katz Center $7 Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

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Calendar January 17, 7:30 p.m. Interfaith Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Shabbat service featuring Bishop Henry Porter and the Westcoast School Choir Temple Emanu-El Free 941.371.2788

January 19, 5:00 p.m. Square Dance Square Dance with a professional caller; dinner will be served and prizes will be awarded Temple Beth Sholom Cost TBA Gerry Ronkin, 941.955.8121 or gronkin@templebethsholomfl.org

January 18, 10:00 a.m. Shabbat Playdate and Tu B’Shevat Celebration Breakfast, a fun planting activity, songs and stories for young Jewish and interfaith families; sponsored by Temple Emanu-El and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Sarasota Children’s Garden Free 941.379.1997

January 20, 11:00 a.m. “Why Wannsee?” Hear the stirring story of Holocaust survivor Kurt Marburg on the background and significance of the Nazi Wannsee Conference held near his childhood home. Al Katz Center $7 includes light kosher lunch Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

January 18-19 NFTY Sub-Regional Limo Scavenger Hunt Overnight stay hosted by members of SAFETY Temple Sinai Free Len Steinberg, 941.924.1802 or len@templesinai-sarasota.org January 19, 10:30 a.m. The Jewish Experience in the U.S. Military U.S. Army Col. Robert Taradash will discuss his experiences as a Jew serving all over the world in the Army for over 30 years and specifically during three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee in partnership with the Jewish Club at Lakewood Ranch. Polo Grill and Bar $5 Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx

January 21, 8:00 p.m. Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee presents internationallyacclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel, who celebrates legendary piano masterpieces with captivating commentary and a fast-paced Q&A. This program features Bach and the Romantics. Jewish Federation Campus Tickets start at $36 Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx January 22, 10:30 a.m. GulfsidePalm ORT “Game Day” Laurel Oak Country Club $36 Meryl Cohen, 941.923.1900 Rhona Hecht, 941.371.6936

January 23, 10:30 a.m. Women of Sinai Fashion show featuring Dillard’s Lunch, accessory vendors Temple Sinai $30 941.922.3615 or www.templesinai-sarasota.org January 23, 7:00 p.m. Killing Kasztner Film and Discussion The story of Israel Kasztner, a Hungarian Jew who negotiated with Adolf Eichmann for the lives of thousands during the Holocaust, and a trial and verdict that stamped him as the “man who sold his soul to the devil.” Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee in partnership with the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee. USF Sarasota-Manatee Selby Auditorium $7 Orna Nissan, onissan@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6305 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx January 24, 7:30 p.m. Shabbat Alive! All-musical celebration of Shabbat Temple Emanu-El Free 941.371.2788 January 24-26 Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Adam Chalom, presents “Women in Jewish Life” Friday at 7:30 p.m., no reservation required; RSVP for Saturday and Sunday sessions Cong. for Humanistic Judaism 941.929.7771 or www.chj-sarasota.org

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Calendar January 24-26 Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Andrea Weiss – Friday evening: “Let Justice Roll Like Water: Prophetic Roots of Social Action;” Saturday morning: “Turn It and Turn It Again: Uncovering Female Imagery for God in the Hebrew Bible;” Sunday breakfast, “Intermarriage, Homosexuality, and Gender: How Reform Jews Read the Torah Today” Temple Beth Israel Nominal fee for breakfast; lectures are free 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org January 24-26 Scholar-in-Residence Mark W. Rosenblum discusses ArabIsraeli politics and relationships Temple Sinai Free; nominal fee for meals 941.924.1802 January 25, 6:00 p.m. “Sweethearts Evening” A vow renewal ceremony and festive reception; an elegant, fun, and romantic evening with your sweetheart Temple Emanu-El Cost TBA 941.371.2788 January 26, 10:00 a.m. “Sunday Social: Coffee, Tea and Treats” Have brunch, play games or choose to schmooze in a relaxed, warm setting. Al Katz Center $5 Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239 January 30, 7:00 p.m. Author Series: Amb. Stuart Eizenstat Amb. Stuart E. Eizenstat, a senior diplomat of international reputation, will discuss his book The Future of the Jews: How Global Forces are Impacting the Jewish People, Israel, and Its Relationship with the United States. The book surveys the major geopolitical,

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economic and security challenges facing the world in general, and the Jewish world and the United States in particular. Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Jewish Federation Campus - Zell Room $10 Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx

February 2014 February 1, 10:30 a.m. “Lessons From the Mosque” Dr. Enid Bloch presents “What a Jewish Woman Learned from her Muslim Friends” Congregation for Humanistic Judaism $5 suggested donation for nonmembers 941.929.7771 or www.chj-sarasota.org February 1, 7:00 p.m. Defiant Requiem Film and Discussion Defiant Requiem tells the little-known story of the Nazi concentration camp, Terezin. Led by imprisoned conductor Rafael Schächter, the inmates of Terezin fought back...with art and music. A post-film discussion will feature Amb. Stuart Eizenstat and survivors of the Terezin camp. Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Temple Beth Israel $10 Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx February 2, 8:00 a.m. World Wide Wrap Temple Beth Sholom joins the global Jewish community in putting on tefillin Temple Beth Sholom Free 941.955.8121

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February 2, 12:30 p.m. Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood Honors Luncheon Luncheon and entertainment honoring Ethel Gross Cost TBA Melissa Howard, MFox80@hotmail.com February 3, noon BIW Fashion Show Luncheon Beth Israel Women at Michael’s On East $50 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org February 3, 7:00 p.m. Israel in a Changing Middle East Dr. Mordechai Kedar, the Director of the Center for Study of the Middle East and Islam, a research associate of the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies and a lecturer in the Department of Arabic at Bar-Ilan University in Israel, is one of Israel’s leading figures in understanding the Arab world. Presented by the Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative of The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee. Ringling College of Art and Design’s Academic Center Auditorium Free Jessi Sheslow, jsheslow@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2109 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx February 4, 10:30 a.m. “90 Generations Denied: Building Israel’s Strategic Studies Center” Meet Dr. Mordechai Kedar, the great Jewish leader who founded and chairs the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, that has advised the Israeli governments for the past 20 years. Al Katz Center $7 includes light kosher lunch Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

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Calendar February 7, 9:15 a.m. Breakfast with Laura Freedman, Director, The Gan Early Learning Center Looking for a preschool or summer camp? Come and hear about the NAC-accredited Gan at Temple Sinai. Jewish learning, VPK programs and a multitude of enrichments are available. Temple Sinai Social Hall Laura at 941.926.9462 or laura@templesinai-sarasota.org February 7, 6:00 p.m. Shabbat Dinner following Rhythm and Jews Shabbat Service Uplifting musical Shabbat and traditional Shabbat dinner Welcome Reception at 5:15 p.m. Temple Sinai Fee for dinner 941.924.1802 February 8, 3:00 p.m. Klezmer Concert Katz Klezmer Combo Congregation for Humanistic Judaism $18 RSVP by January 15 941.929.7771 or www.chj-sarasota.org March 21 February 8, 7:30 p.m. Temple Beth El - Bradenton 39th Anniversary Gala Dinner & dancing, and honoring Cantor Alan Cohn, in celebration of his 10 years of service to TBE Renaissance on 9th in Bradenton $50 941.755.4900 or tbebradentonfl@yahoo.com February 9, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. “Empty Your Closets Sale” This fundraiser supports the advocacy services provided free to needy elders. Donations of lightly-used items sought. Al Katz Center Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

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February 9, 2:00 p.m. “The Broadway Musical: A Jewish Legacy” Temple Emanu-El Cost TBA 941.371.2788 February 9, 5:30 p.m. Daddy-Daughter Dance The event of the year for girls and their dads, grandpas or special friends Temple Emanu-El $18 941.379.1997 February 11, 10:00 a.m. A Biblical Perspective on the History of the Jews Gifted biblical scholar and lecturer Rachel Dulin returns with a series on the historical aspects of the Bible and Purim. This four-part series will take place Tuesdays, February 11, 18, 25 and March 4. Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Jewish Federation Campus $30 for the series Orna Nissan, onissan@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6305 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx February 12, noon Sophisticated Ladies: Style and Samba, Fashion Show Luncheon Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious luncheon catered by Michael’s On East, while viewing the latest designer fashions from Evelyn & Arthur. Ballroom dancing exhibition by Dynasty Dance Club. Temple Beth Sholom $45 RSVP by February 1: Honey Salzman, honey3133@aol.com or 941.371.3049 Hannah Puckhaber, 941.377.8668 February 13, 7:00 p.m. Movie Night Jewish-themed movie; refreshments provided Temple Beth Israel

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$3.50 (free for members) 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org February 13, 7:30 p.m. Jewish Women’s Circle “Mahjong and Challah Baking” Whether you’re a novice or an expert, you will have the opportunity to learn and have fun with the activity of your choice! Chabad of Venice JWC members, $12; nonmembers, $15 941.493.2770 February 16 Community Torah Scroll Completion of Torah writing by scribe, dancing with the Torah under a chupah and through the streets of Venice, beautiful reception with live music and entertainment Chabad of Venice Free 941.493.2770 Sunday, February 16 Jewish Food Festival In addition to the fabulous food, there is also a flea market, jewelry sale, raffles, games, live Jewish-themed music and kids’ activities. Jewish Congregation of Venice Beata Hulliger, 941.484.2022 or www.jewishcongregationofvenice.org February 18, 7:00 p.m. Faith to Faith Panel Discussion Internationally-known leaders in interfaith work will discuss the work Christians and Jews are doing for Israel. Presented by the Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Church of Hope $10 suggested donation at the door Jessi Sheslow, jsheslow@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2109 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx

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February 23, 6:30 p.m. Chabad of Bradenton Gala Auction Fete Catering and Polo Grill $50 941.752.3030 or info@ chabadofbradenton.com February 25 Women’s Trip to Miami Kosher dining, Judaica shopping, mivkah tour, visit to a scribe, guided tour of a magnificent synagogue and much more Cost: TBA 941.493.2770 or rivka@chabadofvenice.com

March 2014 March 1, 7:00 p.m. 21st Annual Celebration of Imagination This year’s theme for the Temple Beth Sholom event is “Vintage Vegas: Casino Night.” Don your finest attire from the roaring ’20s and enjoy an evening of food, wine and fun. Michael’s On East Kristina Engelsberg, 941.552.2770 March 2, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. “Art by Grandmas” Proceeds of this fundraising art show support Holocaust survivor and elder services and Jewish learning community programs. Applications to exhibit are required. Al Katz Center Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239 March 5-6, 8:00 a.m. Estate/Rummage Sale Sale hosted by Temple Emanu-El Brotherhood and Sisterhood with all proceeds benefitting the religious school of Temple Emanu-El. 941.371.2788 March 6, 10:30 a.m. Mah Jongg Madness and More Hosted by the Women of Sinai

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$25 includes continental breakfast, lunch and door prizes 941.924.1802 March 8, 6:30 p.m. Purim Masquerade Ball The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee looks forward to bringing our community together for an enchanted evening of dinner, dancing and “Purim shpieling” in celebration of the generosity of honorees Graci & Dennis McGillicuddy, Esther & Robert Heller, and Patti & David Wertheimer. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Tickets start at $250 Sarah Wertheimer, 941.552.6308 or swertheimer@jfedsrq.org March 10, 2:00 p.m. Baila Miller: “Yiddish in Hollywood” Temple Beth Israel $5; free for TBI members RSVP 383-3428 or info@tbi-lkb.org March 10, 7:00 p.m. People of the Book Event with Robert Edsel The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee proudly hosts People of the Book with author, producer, founder and president of the Monuments Men Foundation, Robert Edsel. Riverview High School Auditorium Free with minimum individual gift of $36 to the Federation’s annual campaign Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx March 15, 10:00 a.m. Strawberry Fields Shabbat Pick strawberries, feed the animals, enjoy a hayride and celebrate Shabbat; for young Jewish and interfaith families. Sponsored by Temple EmanuEl and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Hunsader Farms Free 941.379.1997

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Calendar March 16-20 Various times and locations The 5th Annual Jewish Film Festival Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee and the Sarasota Film Festival, this year’s event will feature films about Jewish life, culture and Israel which expose viewers to a variety of historical events and human experiences. Tickets start at $10 Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx March 17, 2:00 p.m. Baila Miller: “The Yiddish Radio Project” Temple Beth Israel $5; free for TBI members 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org

March 18, 12:30 p.m. JFCS Golf Challenge The Resort at Longboat Key Club $350 Stacy Quaid, 941-366-2224 x142 or squaid@jfcs-cares.org

March 19, 6:30 p.m. Chabad of Sarasota Annual Gala Honoring Anne and Barry Stein Michael’s On East Cost TBA 941.925.0770

March 18, 2:00 p.m. Carol Kaufman: “Jerome Kern, the Remarkable Music Man” Temple Beth Israel $5; free for TBI members 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org

March 22, 10:00 a.m. Scholar-in-Residence Lecture by Dr. Stephen Berk Temple Emanu-El Free 941.371.2788

March 18, 6:00 p.m. 10th Annual JFCS Celebrity Chefs & Wine Tasting Chefs from 25 premiere restaurants, select wines, auction and live music The Resort at Longboat Key Club $100 Stacy Quaid, 941-366-2224 x142 or squaid@jfcs-cares.org

March 23, 5:00 p.m. Chazzan Abramson in Concert A contemporary cantorial concert with guest musicians Temple Sinai Call for ticket information 941.924.1802

Purim events: March 15-16, 23 March 15, 5:00 p.m. Purim Service Megillah shpiel, dinner and Purim Palooza fun Temple Sinai 941.924.1802 March 15, 6:00 p.m. Adult Purim Celebration and Havdalah Congregation Kol HaNeshama Free 941.244.2042 March 15, 7:00 p.m. Purim Celebration Purim service, Megillah reading, Purim refreshments and treats will be served following a hilarious Purim shpiel. Temple Beth Israel Free 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org

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March 15, 7:00 p.m. Purimsphiel Make noise at Hamen’s name during the Megillah reading and enjoy the Purimsphiel play. Temple Beth Sholom Free 941.955.8121 March 16, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Purim Carnival Costume contest, dancing, games, food and many children’s activities Temple Beth Sholom Free 941.955.8121 March 16, noon Annual Men’s Club Purim Carnival & Megillah Reading Costume contest (child & adult), klezmer music, crafts, food and games Temple Beth El - Bradenton 941.755.4900 or tbebradentonfl@yahoo.com

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March 16, 2:00 p.m. Grand Purim Party Purim in Italy – a creative twist to this year’s community Purim celebration Chabad of Venice Free 941.493.2770 or www.chabadofvenice.com March 16, 4:30 p.m. Purim in the Palace The Chabad House, Bradenton $15 adults / $12 children (3-12) 941.752.3030 or info@chabadofbradenton.com March 23, 11:00 a.m. Purim Pandemonium Megillah reading, parade, games, bounce house and carnival extravaganza Temple Emanu-El Cost TBA 941.378.5567

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Calendar March 26, 7:00 p.m. Comedy Night featuring Rabbi Bob Alper Rabbi Bob Alper returns for a show of clean and hilarious comedy Temple Emanu-El Cost TBA 941.371.2788 March 27, 6:00 p.m. Interfaith Passover Seder This interfaith celebration, expressing a universal longing for freedom, justice and transformation in our lives, will feature rituals, readings, music and food. People of all faiths are welcome! Presented by the Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Michael’s On East Tickets start at $36 Jessi Sheslow, jsheslow@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2109 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx March 29, 11:00 a.m. Jewish Antiques Road Show With Arthur Feldman, PhD, Art Historian and Appraiser Temple Beth Israel Free 941.383.3428 or info@tbi-lbk.org March 30, 12:30 p.m. Family Bowling Party Let’s bowl! Temple Emanu-El welcomes you to an afternoon of bowling, pizza and friendship Sarasota Lanes Cost TBA 941.379.1997 March 30, 5:00 p.m. Dinner and a Movie at Temple Sinai Shanghai Ghetto will be shown following a dinner featuring Chinese cuisine; discussion follows with Rabbi Geoff Huntting $35 Register online at templesinai-sarasota. org or call 941.388.9624

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April 2014 April 1, 8:00 p.m. Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManatee presents internationallyacclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel, who celebrates legendary piano masterpieces with captivating commentary and a fast-paced Q&A. This program features Mistresses and Masterpieces. Jewish Federation Campus Tickets start at $36 Len Steinberg, lsteinberg@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6304 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx April 3, 7:30 p.m. Music Makes Community Music Makes Community features the Sacred Service (Avodath Hakodesh) by Ernest Bloch. World-renowned choral director Matthew Lazar from New York and Israel will conduct, and Jason Stearns of the Metropolitan Opera will serve as baritone soloist. Local cantors will also be featured. Presented by The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, in partnership with the Sarasota-Manatee Rabbinic Association and area religious institutions. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Tickets start at $18 Kim Mullins, kmullins@jfedsrq.org or 941.552.6300 or www.vanwezel.org April 5, 10:30 a.m. Americans United for Separation of Church & State Barry Lynn, Executive Director Congregation for Humanistic Judaism $5 suggested donation for nonmembers 941.929.7771 or www.chj-sarasota.org

April 5, 7:00 p.m. Havdalah Drum Circle Join The Jewish Federation of SarasotaManate to celebrate the ending of Shabbat with music and fun for all ages! Siesta Key Beach Free Amber Ikeman, aikeman@jfedsrq.org, 941.343.2106 or www.jfedsrq.org/events.aspx April 6, 5:30 p.m. Temple Emanu-El Dinner and Gala Honoring Michael Richker, President of Temple Emanu-El for four years Michael’s On East Cost TBA 941.371.2788 April 18, 7:30 p.m. Yom HaShoah speaker Sandy Mermelstein, Florida Holocaust Museum Congregation for Humanistic Judaism $5 suggested donation for nonmembers 941.929.7771 or www.chj-sarasota.org April 20, 12:30 p.m. Kosher Passover BBQ Enjoy hot dogs, chicken and all the ‘fixins’ along with children’s activities Temple Beth Sholom Cost TBA, reservation required 941.955.8121 April 27, 11:00a.m. “Local Survivors in Books and Films” Kosher brunch precedes the Yom HaShoah commemoration and program honoring numerous local survivors. Al Katz Center $7, adults; $3, students; free, Holocaust survivors Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

Stay informed throughout the year. Sign up for the Federation’s community Enewsletter at www.jfedsrq.org/register1.html

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Calendar May 2014 May 4, noon Mitzvah Day Hands-on community service projects and donation drives for all ages and abilities Temple Emanu-El Free 941.379.1997 May 4, 1:30 p.m. Jewish Women’s Circle “Celebrate the Jewish Woman Gala Event” Chabad of Venice’s “Spa for the Soul” – includes pampering spa treatments, boutique shopping and desserts; keynote speaker Tova Mordechai Jacaranda West Country Club, Venice $36 941.493.2770 May 4, 5:00 p.m. Dinner and a Movie at Temple Sinai Pillar of Fire film after a dinner featuring early Israel cuisine; discussion follows with Rabbi Geoff Huntting $35 Register online at templesinai-sarasota. org or call 941.388.9624 May 5, 5:00 p.m. “Tribute to Israel” Observe Israel Memorial Day and Israel Independence Day with the community. Al Katz Center Donations accepted Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239 May 8, 6:00 p.m. Museum Night at Temple Beth Sholom Schools Share in the amazing discoveries made by students as they serve as docents to their exhibits. Temple Beth Sholom Free 941.552.2770

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May 10, 10:30 a.m. Israel Independence Day Tot Shabbat Celebrate Israel’s birthday with Israeli dancing, an “archaeological dig” and birthday cake. Sponsored by Temple Emanu-El and The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Free Temple Emanu-El 941.379.1997 May 17, 10:00 a.m. Blessing of the Animals Bring your pet to temple for a special pet blessing and to share the sacred role our beloved animals play in our lives and in Jewish tradition. Pet portraits will be taken, and snacks for humans and animals will be provided. Free Temple Emanu-El 941.379.1997 May 18, 6:00 p.m. Lag B’Omer BBQ on the Beach Delicious food, exciting drum circle, great entertainment, special program for children Harbor Drive, Venice Free 941.493.2770 or www.chabadofvenice.com May 23, 7:30 p.m. Shabbat Alive! An all-musical celebration of Shabbat Free Temple Emanu-El 941.371.2788 May 27, 11:30 a.m. JFCS Tribute to Veterans Luncheon Michael’s On East $45 Stacy Quaid, 941-366-2224 x142 or squaid@jfcs-cares.org May 28, 5:30 p.m. “Celebrate Jerusalem” Rejoice in the reunification of Jerusalem following the 1967 War.

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Al Katz Center Donations accepted Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

June 2014 June 3, 7:00 p.m. Tikkun Leil Shavuot An evening of Jewish learning and dairy desserts in honor of Shavuot, led by Rabbis Brenner and Elaine Glickman Temple Emanu-El $18 for guests 941.379.1997 June 4, 6:00 p.m. Shavuot Ice Cream Party Ice creamy and light dairy buffet. Bring the whole family to hear the reading of the Ten Commandments. Chabad of Venice Free 941.493.2770 June 13, 7:30 p.m. Jewish Women’s Circle “Mahjong and Challah Baking” Whether you’re a novice or an expert, you will have the opportunity to learn and have fun with the activity of your choice! Chabad of Venice JWC members, $12; nonmembers, $15 941.493.2770 June 14, 5:00 p.m. Beach Picnic and Havdalah Cookout, beach games, songs and fun Turtle Beach Picnic Shelter, south end of Siesta Key Cost TBA 941.371.2788 June 15, 10:00 a.m. “Sunday Social: Coffee, Tea and Treats” Have brunch, play games or choose to schmooze in a relaxed, warm setting. Al Katz Center $5 Beverly Newman, 941.313.9239

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2014 Candle lighting times for the Sarasota-Manatee area: January 3: 5:30 pm January 10: 5:35 pm January 17: 5:41 pm January 24: 5:47 pm January 31: 5:52 pm February 7: 5:57 pm February 14: 6:02 pm February 21: 6:07 pm February 28: 6:12 pm 6:16 pm March 7: March 14: 7:20 pm March 21: 7:23 pm 7:27 pm March 28: April 4: 7:30 pm April 11: 7:34 pm April14, Eve of First day Passover: 7:36 pm April 15, Eve of Second day Passover: after 8:31 pm 7:38 pm April 18: April 20, Eve of Seventh day Passover: 7:39 pm April 21, Eve of Eighth day Passover: after 8:34 pm 7:41 pm April 25: May 2: 7:45 pm May 9: 7:49 pm May 16: 7:53 pm May 23: 7:57 pm May 30: 8:01 pm June 3, Eve of First day Shavuot: 8:03 pm June 4, Eve of Second day Shavuot: after 9:02 pm 8:04 pm June 6: June 13: 8:07 pm June 20: 8:09 pm June 27: 8:10 pm July 4: 8:10 pm 133

July 11: 8:09 pm July 18: 8:07 pm July 25: 8:04 pm August 1: 8:00 pm August 8: 7:55 pm August 15: 7:49 pm August 22: 7:42 pm August 29: 7:35 pm September 5: 7:27 pm September 12: 7:19 pm September 19: 7:11 pm September 24, Eve of First day Rosh Hashanah: 7:05 pm September 25, Eve of Second day Rosh Hashanah: a fter 7:58 pm September 26: 7:03 pm October 3, Eve of Yom Kippur: 6:55 pm October 8, Eve of First day Sukkot: 6:50 pm

October 9, Eve of Second day Sukkot: after 7:42 pm October 10: 6:48 pm October 15, Eve of Shemini 6:43 pm Atzeret: October 16, Eve of Simchat after 7:35 pm Torah: October 17: 6:41 pm October 24: 6:34 pm October 31: 6:29 pm November 7: 5:24 pm November 14: 5:20 pm November 21: 5:18 pm November 28: 5:17 pm December 5: 5:17 pm December 12: 5:18 pm December 19: 5:21 pm December 26: 5:25 pm

2014 (5774/5775) Holidays Holidays start at sundown on the evening before the dates listed. Tu B’Shevat: January 16 (Thursday) Purim: March 16 (Sunday) Passover (Pesach): April 15 (Tuesday) Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah): April 27 (Sunday) Israel Memorial Day (Yom HaZikaron): May 5 (Monday) Israel Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut): May 6 (Tuesday) Lag B’Omer: May 18 (Sunday) Shavuot: June 4 (Wednesday) Tisha B’Av: August 5 (Tuesday) Rosh HaShanah 5775: September 25 (Thursday) Yom Kippur: October 4 (Saturday) Sukkot: October 9 (Thursday) Shemini Atzeret: October 16 (Thursday) Simchat Torah: October 17 (Friday) Hanukkah (Chanukah): December 17 (Wednesday)

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Index Adult Education 90-102 Advocacy groups 77-78 AIPAC Policy Conference 121 Al Katz Center 76 Alexander Muss High School in Israel Program 120 American Friends of Magen David Adom 83 American Israel Public Affairs Committee 78 American Jewish Committee 77 American Technion Society 81 Anti-Defamation League 77 Association of Professional Jewish Artists 74 BBYO 116 B’nai B’rith International, FL Gulf Coast Lodge 74 Bob Malkin Young Ambassadors Mission 119 Book discussion groups 24-25 Brandeis National Committee – Sarasota Chapter 71 Calendar of community events 125-133 Camp Barney Medintz 114 Camp Coleman 114 Camp Gan at Temple Sinai 112 Camp Gan Israel, Chabad of Bradenton 113 Camp Gan Israel, Chabad of Sarasota 110 Camp Gan Israel, Chabad of Venice 112 Camp Grant programs 113

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Camp Judaea 114 Camp Ramah Darom 115 Camp Shalom 115 Camps 110-115 Candle lighting times 133 Chabad Hebrew School of Bradenton 108 Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch 59 Chabad of Sarasota 57 Chabad of Sarasota Kaplan Preschool 105 Chabad of Sarasota Weinstein Religious School 109 Chabad of Venice & North Port 61 Chabad of Venice Hebrew School 107 Chabad of Venice CTeen 118 Chevra Kadisha 87 Classes 90-102 Club Fed 73 Community History 64-67 Computers 4 Seniors Training 91 Congregation for Humanistic Judaism 55 Congregation Kol HaNeshama 54 Congregation Ner Tamid 58 Congregation Ner Tamid Sunday School 109 Consulate General of Israel for Florida and Puerto Rico 84 Dress Up for Yontif program 88 Education, adult 90-102 Education, children 104-115 Enewsletter 17 Fifty Shades of J 73 Film 18-20 Florida Holocaust Museum 32 Florida-Israel Chamber 84 Food festivals 45 Friends of the Israel Defense Forces 85 Gan Preschool at Temple Sinai 104 Generations After 30 Hebrew/religious/day schools 106-109 Heller Israel Advocacy Initiative 15 Hillels of the Florida Suncoast 116,120 Holocaust Museum & Education Center of SWFL 33 Holocaust programming 30 Hospice 88 Israel Advocacy Initiative 15 Israel-American Chamber of Commerce 84 Israel Bonds 80 Israel Connection 79-85 Jewish Club at Lakewood Ranch 74 Jewish Congregation of Venice 60

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Index Jewish Congregation of Venice Religious School 107 Jewish Family & Children’s Service 86-87 The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee 10-14 Jewish Film Festival 18 Jewish Genealogical Society of SWFL 73 Jewish holidays 133 Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU 34 Jewish National Fund 82 The Jewish News monthly newspaper 16 Jewish Outreach 122-124 Jewish War Veterans – Sarasota County Post #172 74 Justin Lee Wiesner Preschool 105 Kobernick Anchin Benderson 88 Kosher Consumers Council 89 Kosher/Jewish food providers 89 Live from NY’s 92nd Street Y 23 March of the Living Mission 119 MASA Israel Journey 120 Museums 32-34 Nashim L’Tova (Women for Good) 71 National Council of Jewish Women 70 Organizations 68-85 ORT America 68 Outreach 122-124 Panim el Panim Seminar 121 Paver Religious School 107 Performing arts 40-43 PJ Library® 104 Preschools 104-105 Relatives and Friends of Israelis (RAFI) 73 Robert Michelson Scholarship Program 119 SaBra Hadassah 69 Sarasota BBYO 116 Sarasota Jewish Chorale 72 Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva 90 Sarasota-Manatee Rabbinic Association 74 Scholar-in-Residence programs 26-29 Schools 104-109 Send-A-Kid-to-Israel (SKIP) Program 119 Senior services 86-88 Shalom Baby 104 Shapiro Teen Engagement Pathways Initiative 121 Simon Wiesenthal Center 78 Sister Cities Association of Sarasota 79 Speakers/Lectures 35-39 Special interest groups 68-76 Synagogue Council of Sarasota-Manatee 61 Synagogues 50-62 135

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Teen Federation programs 119-121 Temple Beth El Bradenton 56 Temple Beth El Bradenton Religious School 108 Temple Beth El North Port 62 Temple Beth Israel 52 Temple Beth Sholom 53 Temple Beth Sholom Schools 106 Temple Beth Sholom Summer Experience 111 Temple Beth Sholom Youth Groups 116 Temple Emanu-El 51 Temple Emanu-El Confirmation Class 117 Temple Emanu-El Preschool 104 Temple Emanu-El Preschool Summer Camp 110 Temple Emanu-El Religious School 107 Temple Emanu-El Youth Group 117 Temple Sinai 50 Temple Sinai JOOSY & SAFETY 118 Temple Sinai Religious School 109 Theater 40-43 Tidewell Hospice 88 Veterans 74 Young Adult Division, Federation 72 Youth groups 116-118 Zionist Organization of America 82

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Directory of Advertisers

Agencies/Organizations

AIPAC 32 American Technion 99 B’nai B’rith 57 Community Foundation of Sarasota County 34 Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inside Front Cover Hadassah - FL Central Region 77 Jewish National Fund 65 National Council of Jewish Women 53 ORT America 15

Attorneys

BookStore1Sarasota 28 Sandy Chase 32

Camps

Camp Barney Medintz 111

Barbara Ackerman, Coldwell Banker 19 Janis Collier, Michael Saunders & Company 73 Suzanne Crandall, Premier Sotheby’s Int’l Realty 101 Stacy Hanan, Michael Saunders & Company 44 Sylvia Zimmerman, Michael Saunders & Company 80

Sarasota-Manatee Chevra Kadisha 87

Education

Chabad Kaplan Preschool 106 Mote Marine Laboratory 81 University of South Florida 41

Restaurants/Food/Catering Fresh Start Cafe 72 Javita 89 Michael’s On East 67 Polo Grill & Bar 18 Sarasota Yogurt Company 93 TooJay’s 45 Zildjian Catering 71

Entertainment Freylekh 21

Funeral Homes

Palms-Robarts Funeral Home 87 Toale Brothers 88 Abrams Dermatology 25 David M. Barach 19 Center for Hearing 72 Dermatology & Laser Institute 20 The Glasser Schoenbaum Human Services Center 77 Manatee-Sarasota Eye Clinic 92 Sarasota Center for Family Health & Wellness 47 Urolology Treatment Center 4 Wasserman Ulitsky Dermatology 75

Hotels/Resorts

The Resort at Longboat Key 35

Media

Observer Media Group 2 The Radio Rabbi (Barbara Aiello) 75 WLSS News Talk 930AM 85 WUSF Public Media 69

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Cliff Roles Photography 54 Gateway Media 51 Heritage Media Group 42 John Burr Productions 23 Sally Ullman Photography 28 Spotlight Graphics 76

Real Estate

Chevra Kadisha

Braendel Painting 20 Gulf Coast Contract Furnishings 27 Sleep King 71

Photography, Video, Printing, Design

Asolo Repertory Theatre 40 Florida Studio Theatre 42 Gloria Musicae 6 The Players Theatre 43 Sarasota Film Festival 5 Venice Theatre 22

Books, Book Stores

Home, Office & Design

Holocaust Museum & Education Center of SWFL 90 Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU 63

Performing Arts

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Health/Medical Services

Museums

Senior Living Alternatives Kobernick Anchin Benderson 29 The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch 1

Senior Services

Griswold Home Care 33 Homewatch Care Givers 75 Jewish Family & Children’s Service 37 Moving Mavens 88 Take Care Home Health 68 Tidewell Hospice 55

Spas, Salons

Fringe Spa & Salon 38

Synagogues

Congregation Aryeh Yehuda 59 Congregation for Humanistic Judaism 36 Congregation Kol HaNeshama 79 Jewish Congregation of Venice 33 Temple Beth El Bradenton 93 Temple Beth El North Port 30 Temple Beth Israel 31 Temple Beth Sholom Inside Back Cover Temple Emanu-El 49 Temple Sinai 91

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