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GOOD NEWS MADE IN THE JEWISH STATE THIS PAST WEEK Preventing the brain from aging. Scientists at Israel’s Weizmann Institute have discovered that the protein interferon beta impairs the cognitive ability of the brain – common in old age. The finding may lead to treatments that can prevent or reverse cognitive decline and rejuvenate the brain.

Arab media praises Israel. Regarding Israel’s treatment of its Palestinian Arab workers, the Arab media only has praise.

Al-Hayat Al-Jadida commended Israeli employers for much higher wages, job security and other benefits. In Judea and Samaria 15,000 Palestinian Arabs work side by side with Israelis.

A target for anti-cancer treatments.

Israeli biotech Compugen has discovered a protein, codenamed CGEN-15049 that prevents the immune system from destroying tumors. Attacking CGEN-15049 could prevent many cancers, including lung, ovarian, colorectal, gastric, prostate and liver.

Syrian boy saved. Israeli surgeons managed to remove a bullet, just millimeters from the main blood vessels of a Syrian child’s neck, in a delicate operation lasting several hours. The report even reached the UK media.

ALS treatment is fast-tracked. The US FDA has designated NurOwn, developed by Israel’s Brainstorm, as a Fast Track product for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s Disease).

Incubating life. Israel’s government is to fund FutuRx - an incubator to provide as many as 40 new biotechs up to 3 years and $2.3 million to develop lifesaving treatments. So far, it has selected one startup developing brain disease treatment technology and another working on a cancer treatment that blocks a specific protein.

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Aiming for the Moon. Yanki Margalit is an Israeli entrepreneur. He is also the chairman of SpaceIL – the company that is planning to make Israel only the fourth nation in the world to land a spacecraft on the Moon.

Searching for Dark Matter. Scientists believe that mysterious Dark Matter comprises much of the known universe, but cannot prove it. Dr Ran Budnik of Israel’s Weizmann Institute is lead scientist on the project to build the prototype of a device to detect the result of dark matter particles colliding with liquid xenon.

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How this Small Town Black Kid Grew Up to Support American-Israeli Connections Through a Golf Tournament SPECIAL FOR THE AJT

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ometimes you never get around to saying “thank you” until it’s too late.

For whatever reason, I didn’t fully understand the life changing impact that my mentor had on my life, or feel a need to repay the debt until after attending my mother’s funeral. I was recalling my childhood memories as I drove around my hometown of Morganton, NC for probably the last time and I passed the old golf course that’s still segregated to this day. Near it was the home where they had lived. Only then did I fully comprehend the impact that he had on my life, and, in fact, the life of my entire family.

To this day, I don’t know his full name. Mrs. Reinhart called her husband “Perk,” or perhaps the correct spelling is “Purk.” I don’t know if that was his real name or just a nickname she used. My parents never called him anything but Mr. Reinhart.

I tried finding out more about them when I attended my 40th high school reunion, but the folks I knew at the local golf course are all deceased or moved on, the factory Mr. Reinhart managed had closed over 25 years ago, and my white classmates didn’t recall knowing them. As a kid, I simply took it for granted that they were a rich white couple who were very kind to black people. In hindsight, they were probably middle class, and only wealthy in the eyes of poor blacks.

It was 50 years ago, when I first developed my relationship with Mr. Reinhart, and he never disclosed to me or probably anyone else for that matter, that he was Jewish. In public, in the “spirit of the times,” he no doubt felt the need to show the world that our relationship was of a typical black/white, employer/employee nature. Privately, he talked to me like a father and a grandfather all rolled into one, and Mrs. Reinhart was equally as loving and compassionate.

I was the black kid who took care of their yard work, but he left no doubts that he saw me as much more than that. Our relationship shifted drastically one Saturday when he directed me to a giant stack of newspapers in the garage. I had never heard of the Wall Street Journal and when Mr. Reinhart showed me the stock listings, he might as well have been showing me a book in Chinese. But he told me to take a few copies home, read them from cover to cover, and come back with any questions that I might have.

I had lots of questions, each of which he answered patiently. After a while, he started asking me questions, such as “what do you think about this company or that stock?” Much to my surprise, he actually listened to my answers and began buying shares in those companies that I recommended. Apparently, those investments did well for him, as he rewarded me with portions of the proceeds that exceeded my entire summer of earnings from yard work.

Our relationship grew well beyond the Wall Street Journal and his investment portfolio. He taught me to play golf, how to drive stick shift and even to hunt. The only picture I ever recall taking with him was one that his wife took of us holding up pheasants from a day of hunting. He had taught me how to shoot flying birds that day and Mrs. Reinhart was so proud of him for doing so. Unfortunately, I never saw the developed picture and never thought to ask for it.

It was not the profits he made on the investments I recommended that led him to offer to pay my way, as well as my older sister’s way, through college. For whatever reason, the Reinharts took great interest in the well being of my entire family and I know, without question, that my life would have taken an entirely different course had it not been for him, and the self confidence he helped me to develop.

I only learned that the Reinharts were Jewish when “Perk” died and I went to pay a condolence call to Mrs. Reinhart. It was then that I also learned how important his Jewish identity had really been to him and how much his Judaism played a part in what he had done for me.

I never had a chance, or more correctly, took the opportunity to say “thank you” to Mr. Reinhart the way I now know that I should have. So I’m doing what I think is the next best thing: lending my support to his people in a way that he himself would have appreciated the most - through business and through golf.

Through my relatively short relationship with Conexx, I’ve come to appreciate how it’s a win/win/win organization – for Israel, for the local economy, and for its members. I also have come to realize how much more it could do with just a few more resources. That’s why I volunteered to chair the first annual Conexx golf tournament and why I got my good friends at Toyota to come on board as our presenting sponsor.

I hope you will be joining me at the Standard Club on November 3.

While we won’t be officially honoring Mr. Reinhart’s memory at the tournament, when I tee off, I will be thinking of him. (By the way, did I mention that he gave me my first set of golf clubs?)

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Atlanta Welcomes Israel Tennis Centers Special Exhibition scheduled for Nov. 9 at Standard Club

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n its continuing quest to “empower Israel’s children…beyond tennis”, the Israel Tennis Centers Foundation (ITC) proudly announced that its Fall 2014 North American exhibition schedule will include a special appearance at The Standard Club in Atlanta on Sunday, November 9.

A diverse multicultural team of Israeli players and their coach will be flying to the U.S. to meet members of the Atlanta community who are interested in learning more about the ITC and hearing about the integral

role that the centers played during the recent conflict to keep the children safe and secure.

Scheduled from 2 pm to 5 pm, the event will include a tennis clinic, Davis Cup match pitting local junior tennis players against ITC junior players and a ‘meet & greet’ reception with the team and other ITC representatives.

“The ITC uses tennis as a tool to improve the lives of disadvantaged Israeli children of all backgrounds,” said Melissa Stein Nodvin, Event Chairperson. “Providing them with essential life skills to achieve to the best of their abilities is the highest mission any organization could

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Through the ITC’s social impact programs, a wide range of children are served, including youth at risk, immigrants and children with special needs, from autism and ADHD to Down Syndrome as well as those with developmental and physical disabilities. Tennis has the unparalleled ability to bring together children from different religions in coexistence programs, promoting understanding, cooperation and friendship on and off the court.

The Israeli contingent includes Israel Tennis Centers coach and global ambassador Ronen Moralli who recently returned from an unprecedented trip to South Africa in which he helped train local coaches and underprivileged youth at the Arthur Ashe Tennis complex in Soweto.

The ITC sees tennis as an important opportunity to build cultural ties and show the real face of Israel to South Africans and the rest of the world.

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I have a photo of myself as a wee little one, my dad (z”l) is bent at the knees with his arms outstretched towards his first born, me. I am sporting a big brimmed pink corduroy hat with a matching grosgrain ribbon tie. My coordinating outfit consists of jodhpurs and matching coat with high top white shoes. So adorable. Dad is encouraging me to walk towards him, one tiny shaky step at a time.

And so, I learned to pick myself up from the comfort of a crawl and begin the long walk towards adulthood.

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When I turned 14, yes 14, dad taught me to drive. Every summer we would migrate to the town of Monroe, Highland Mills in the New York Mountains. When I turned 11 my dad and my uncle Joe (z”l) invested in a small bungalow colony in Highland Mills. Dad had a green old stick shift Chevy pick -up truck that he kept at the bungalow colony. One beautiful summer afternoon, he said today I am teaching you to drive. Our bungalow colony was located on the top of a hill. He drove to the top of said hill, and did the old Chinese Fire Drill. I wound up in the driver’s seat. Dad named all the parts of the car I needed to know, including all the parts under the hood. He explained what they were called and how each one was needed to put a car in motion.

Then he simply said: “drive and look straight ahead like you ride a bike, do not look at the hood, or at the immediate road, just look straight, and don’t forget to use your mirrors to see who is in back of you or on the side of you”. When I turned 18 I passed the driving test with flying colors. By the way, he taught me how to fix a washing machine, a lawn mower, and to be respectful of electricity. (Red to red, white to white and so on) This I admit I learned the hard way. I also became a champion hammer swinger.

When I started dating, my mom (z”l) taught me about “mad money” and where to keep it. Always carry your mad money in a “knipple” in your purse. A knipple is a handkerchief tied in a knot. If I was not carrying a purse, mad money went in the shoe.

My aunt Ruthie (z”l) was a champion knitter. She could whip up, I mean knit up, beautiful sweaters, hats, mittens, coats and blankets.

I would sit near her and watch in amazement as her fingers speedily formed little loops around her wooden knitting needles. Many times she would allow me to stretch my two arms in front of me, hook a skein of

wool on them while she magically turned the skeins of wool into a big ball. When she deemed me ready, she bought me my first knitting set.

Two needles, and a couple of skeins of multicolored wool. My fist scarf was born. Sweaters (a heavy gold sweater with gold buttons for my mom (z”l) which thank God she never wore), hats, scarves, little dresses, booties, and blankets soon followed. Remember the Perry Como jacket? Fancy leather buttons and leather on the elbows was the Perry Como look- quite popular for a while. My husband still has the one I created for him.

I wasn’t an elite athlete, but I loved athletics and I did try my best.

However, I could not figure out how to pitch a decent softball. Enter my cousin Larry, His pitching instructions taught me great form. Enough said! He soon realized I also needed lots of help in learning to catch a ball with a glove. This was more up my alley. I could finally handle first or second base. Notice I did not say I was a star!

Basketball was not as great a challenge. My friend George was my basketball coach. He was a terrific and patient coach. Till this day, if I am close to the net, standing to the right of said net, and if I aim the ball for a specific spot on the box above the net, I can score! Usually.

My uncle Jack (z”l) whom we called Zaidle taught me how to wash and dry dishes quickly and efficiently. What you ask, am I saying I could not wash and dry a dish?! Of course I could, he just didn’t like the way I did it.

I must digress.

Why, you might ask, would we call my Uncle Jack Zaidle? Zaidle is another way of saying Zaide, grandpa or old one in Yiddish. His mom, my Bubie, had a couple of miscarriages between Zaidle and my aunt Jeanette (z”) whom you will hear about later. Bubie had to trick the

Gods into thinking a baby was not born, but an old man was born. In this way, those nasty ol’ Gods would not take this baby, thinking him too old for their needs, who could know what those needs may have been.

Whatever! It worked didn’t it!

My aunt Jeanette (z”) taught me to sew. What a thrill. Create haute couture clothes for my dolls. Sewing by hand became too tiresome. So, my Bubie (z”l) showed me how to operate her sewing machine by pressing on the peddle which moved with the pressure of your foot. This opened up a world of creations; a world in which I still have so much fun. Dresses, furniture upholstering, pillows, drapes, you name it, I’ve made it. All this thanks to my aunt and Bubie.

My aunt Jeanette also taught me the joy of baking. Her little cookies were the best.

Not last, and certainly not least, my cousin Loretta taught me how to shop. She schlepped me to Orbachs department store in downtown New York. She gave me strict instructions on how to find the department I needed, the size I needed, and the color I preferred. I hated shopping, still do. But when I shop I always follow her instructions. It makes my shopping life a little simpler and not so overwhelming. Loretta taught me how to file and ‘paint’ my nails. The very first color she used to ‘paint’ my nails was Ten Baby Fingers, a soft pink color. I still use her method, and it still works.

Shaindle is eternally grateful to her aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and anyone else she may have forgotten to mention (God Forbid) for getting her started on the road to adulthood. After all, how else would Shaindle have learned about a ‘knipple’.

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Working at Sinai Temple in Los Angeles and currently teaching at UCLA, Rabbi Wolpe is the bestselling author of ten books, including the just released, David: The Divided Heart. Often seen as a commentator on a variety of TV programs, he is also a regular contributor to TIME Magazine, The Los Angeles Times, and The Jerusalem Post, among others.

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Schoenfeld: Memories of Past Yom Kippurs Yom Kippur 1944

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n my youth, Yom Kippur was a physically exhausting day.

Fasting and the long day in the synagogue sapped almost every ones strength, especially the elderly.

No wonder that by the afternoon during Mussaf services many, if not most of the elderly clad in their kittl and heavy talith were dozing while sitting on a low chair or on a turned over book stand.

We, the young pre-bar-mitzvah boys, found an opportunity to make the sleeping elderly the butt for our mischief. It seems that it was a tradition, at least it went back to my father’s generation. So, my generation adopted this tradition. It was ubiquitous. Chassidic and non-Chassidic boys alike practiced what seems to me now a cruel joke. Before Yom Kip-

pur we bought tiny flasks and the local pharmacist filled them with ammonia. On Yom Kippur afternoon, whenever we found a dozing person ,we snuck close to him with the bottle open and placed it under his nose.

The strong pungent smell of the liquid would revive even the nearly dead, let alone the merely dozing elderly. This was possible in a gemeinschaft community in a synagogue where people and especially children were free to move around. Today in America where synagogue decorum is a requirement, such pranks, traditional or not, would not be tolerated.

I am no longer the youth of an earlier time. I am now an elderly person entering my last year of being an octogenarian. There were very few persons, if any indeed, in my synagogue in the 1930’s who reached my age.

Nor are the services as long or tedious

as they were and people hardly doze off. While I didn’t fall asleep nor did I doze off, but I did this Yom Kippur indulge in a Yom Kippur command of ad eyle tizkeroo of remembering, and with my eyes closed in the synagogue I thought of the people and event that occurred on Tuesday, September 26 in 1944.

It was cold at seven in the morning in Muhldorf Wald Lager the concentration camp in the foothills of the Alps. On this day I was happier than the days before – if one can talk about being happy in a work camp that simultaneously also served as a death camp. What else can I call a place where people worked in hard labor but were not given adequate food to sustain their life? But happiness is a relative term it is a state of feeling resulting from a comparison between past and present conditions.

I was happy because I was shifted

from night work when I performed a most difficult task in construction work. For over a month my job was to carry 50 kilograms cements sacks up a wooden ramp to the cement mixing machine. Even though I was nineteen and theoretically the strong years in my life I would have not survived more than a few more weeks performing this extremely cruel task. But a few before the days 26 of September I was shifted to day work. I was relieved from carrying cement and instead I stood on the parapet attached to a scaffold along the wooden mold of the outer wall of a building under construction. As the concrete was being poured, using long two inch square wooden pole my task was to stab the mixture thereby forcing the air out of the mixture which otherwise would weaken the structure. I was among a group of Jews building a factory hidden in the forest in the Lower Alps whose function would have been, I

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While standing and stabbing at the cement I heard someone announce in Yiddish “Friends, today is Yom Kippur let us pray.” Most of us were from Munkacs noted for its pious people so it was nothing miraculous that many knew the most essential Yom Kippur prayers by heart. We didn’t follow the order of the prayers as they are outlined in the Machzor, the Holiday prayer book. We merely followed the leaders reciting prayers that they knew by heart. There we stood, in the midst of Nazi Germany, in our stripped cotton jackets and pants, yellow triangle and a number on our chest –Jews—and like our ancestors in Egypt building structures for an enemy who enslaved us.

I do not know why the others prayed. Most likely they maintained their faith and hoped that G-d will hear their pleas and in some miraculous way He will save us – particularly the “us” who under these adverse conditions still believed in the power of prayer. Perhaps they hoped and believed that they too, like Jonah in the belly of the “big-fish” would be saved.

But I had no such illusions. I had long ago given up my belief of miracles or in heavenly decreed liberation.

Why then did I join the others in prayer? First and foremost I prayed because I, like the others there, was a Jew. I knew that I was, that I am, and that I always be a Jew. This identity was stamped in my DNA. I joined others in prayer because it represented

my revolt, my chutzpah against the Germans. I knew that should the Germans become aware what we did we would have been severely punished. I did it in spite of it. This was my personal revolt, my inner declaration of my freedom. “Hey Nazis”, I said to myself “you haven’t destroyed me.

I am still a Jew and I will remain a Jew.” Some time in my youth I rejected the idea that G-d rights the wrong and saves those who pray to him. I was not then, nor am I today, an atheist or an agnostic, but neither did I believe in Rabbi Amnon’s view espoused in the Netaneh Tokef about each person’s future is being written in a magical Big Book. I rejected that mystical image of a judgmental G-d. I rejected Ezekiel’s mythology and description of heaven and especially rejected an associated mythology of Yom Kippur as a Day of G-d’s judgment with the saneygor and kateygor defending and accusing me before G-d. I was in camp not because we, the Jewish collective has sinned but, because of historical conditions that infected a nation with evil.

of laws that Rabbi Joseph Karo compiled and which became the standard that defined, the do’s and the don’ts of Jewish life. Indeed, most of those who were part of the praying group were the traditional and devout Jews, praying thrice daily and obeying the six hundred and thirteen commandments and all that was associated with it didn’t survive the end of the war and were not liberated from the camp.

Today, like I did in my youth, I still attend services not regularly as people would think I should. I do it not because of fear of heaven or believing that G-d depends on my prayers. I attend services and participate in Jewish community life because I am and I wish to continue to be part of that golden historical chain of Judaism. I believe in its philosophy of life. I believe in our moral standards. I believe in the principles enunciated by proph-

ets like Isaiah and Micah in the eternal quest for peace and interpersonal responsibility. Some may denounce me as a sophomoric ideologue. But what future can there be if we reject idealism?

To me Yom Kippur is the day of accountability. A day espousing a most important ideology declaring we have not lost a hope for a better future. I believe that Yom Kippur reflects a universal concern a day when all peoples of the world should declare their answer to the eternal question: Have I or we made this world a better place to live?

Eugen Schoenfeld is a professor and chair emeritus at Georgia State University and a survivor of the Holocaust.

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By David Cohen Managing Editor AJT

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he 23rd annual book festival of the MJCCA kicks off on a high note November 1, as Comedy Legend Bob Saget will present his book; “Dirty Daddy” on opening night. The book, which focuses on Saget’s life as a “family man turned filthy comedian” is his first foray into publishing.

Recently “Dirty Daddy” made the New York Times Best Sellers list in the humor category. According to Saget though, the book isn’t strictly rooted in comedy.

“The book is really about coping with death through humor.” Saget told the AJT, “It details some of my obvious history and childhood. I think that anybody who has been touched by a loss and had trouble dealing with it will enjoy this book.”

Bob Saget was born in Philadelphia to a Jewish family. He says he discovered his gift for comedy in an unlikely place, Temple Israel in Norfolk, Virginia. It was there he took to comedy as a means to cope with the structure of Hebrew school.

“Well a lot of it was rebellion.” Saget says, “In my Hebrew school training I would spend more time trying to impress the girls in the class. I remember the Rabbi taking me up to his office and saying ‘Saget, you’re not an entertainer; you have to stop doing this.’ I couldn’t stop.”

Saget says he was heavily influenced by his Jewish upbringing and when asked, he told the AJT that his three favorite Jewish comics are Jerry Seinfeld, Billy Crystal, Don Rickles.

Also detailed in the book are Saget’s long list of influences, from his mother Dolly and father Ben to legendary comedians Don Rickles, Rodney Dangerfield and Richard Pryor.

“Well, most of the people that I worshiped were Jewish people.” He says, “It’s funny I always say ‘worshipped’ people instead of worship. I should be worshiping in the eternal light but I worship Alan King.”

“Dirty Daddy: The Chronicles of a Family Man Turned Filthy Comedian” is available now online and at bookstores nationwide.

“Go to my event if you want to go to it.” Says Saget, “No couples should be arguing; ‘I don’t want to see him, he’s dirty’ or ‘I don’t want to see him, I never watched that show.’ If they’d like to have a nice conversation for a little while and discuss the book. I would say that it will definitely be entertaining.”

Bob Saget, “Dirty Daddy: The Chronicles of a Family Man Turned Filthy Comedian” - Saturday, November 1, 8:15 pm – (Member: $18/Community: $24) The 23rd Book Festival of the MJCCA runs from November 1-19 at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta. For more information and to purchase tickets call 678.812.4005 or go to: www.atlantajcc.org/bookfestival.

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On November 1, Saget will present his book at the MJCCA to open the 23rd edition of the Book festival. The event will provide a chance for fans to come together and have a discussion about the connection between humor, pain, grief and comedy. There will also be a book signing at the conclusion of the event.

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A Novel Idea Anna Quindlen “Still Life with Bread Crumbs”

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A can’t-miss favorite at the month long event will be Anna Quindlen, Pulitzer Prize winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of “Lots of Candles,” “Plenty of Cake,” “Rise and Shine,” “Blessings,” and “A Short Guide to a Happy Life”.

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ooking for a page turner? The 23rd Edition of the Book Festival of the MJCCA has you covered!

There’s an author for everyone with 40+ of the most talked-about authors, celebrities, and influencers.

The festival features speaker programs, author meet and greets, book signings, panel discussions, and so

Her newest literary treasure; “Still Life with Bread Crumbs” is a story of the complex dimensions of a woman’s life. Quindlen returns with a story that captures the true power

of love. An unexpected romance takes Rebecca Winter, a talented photographer on a self-defining unexpected journey and meaningful discovery.

rolled me as a long-time admirer of her work. I stocked it in quantity as a favorite gift to have on hand for memorable gift giving.

Quindlen captivates her reader’s hearts, book after book. Themes like cake and breadcrumbs seem like unlikely titles and topics, yet Quinlan follows her own heart. Such is the case with her acclaimed bestseller “A Short Guide to a Happy Life” which suggests this is a writer who speaks her truth. That book instantly en-

In my recent interview correspondence with Anna, I elected to first focus on the overwhelming success of her book on the secret to having a happy life.

“What I hear from readers, over and over again” She shared, “Is that in simple straightforward language, it reminds them of what is truly important in life. I’m so gratified by that, but I never would have predicted it.”

Since writing that book, I inquired what she’s learned about life. She responded, “Frankly, I think the lesson I describe at the end remains my touchstone. Look at the view. Every morning I powerwalk, usually along the Hudson, and I try to pay attention to my surroundings. But I’ve done the same thing along the Mississippi, and in Golden Gate Park, and around the squares of Savannah. There’s always something to remind you that the world is glorious and, sadly, always events in your life to remind you that your time here is fleeting. Look at the view.”

And how does she handle being accused of such eternal optimism?

She shares, “There was already a perception that I was a Pollyanna. That book may have cemented it. I can live with that. I’m 62 years old and, frankly, the only voice I trust to tell me how to behave now is my own. Everything else is background noise.”

The author’s topics range from reinvention to resurrection and motherhood. When asked her personal philosophy, she adds, “There’s a Hemingway quote on my bulletin board that has been there for decades: The world breaks everyone, and afterwards many are strong at the broken places. That’s a good place to start.

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On a final note, I wondered about the next chapter of her career and life, and what is next for Anna Quindlen?

She responded, “You know waiting for Godot? Well, I’m waiting for Grandchildren.”

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ANNA QUINDLEN, “Still Life With Bread Crumbs” - Monday, November 4, 7:45 pm – (Member: $28/ Community: $33/prices include book) Purchase tickets: call 678.812.4005 or visit online at www.atlantajcc.org/ bookfestival Robyn Spizman Gerson is a New York Times Best Selling Author, Communications Expert and a well-known media personality having appeared often on NBC’s Today Show. www.robynspizman.com

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Family Reading Festival Scheduled for Nov. 9

By David Cohen Managing Editor AJT

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he 23rd Edition of the Book Festival of the MJCCA kicks off November 1, but families are already getting ready for another date aimed at entertaining the whole family.

For families of preschoolers, the festival features the MJCCA’s Family Reading Festival presented by PJ Library and the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday, November 9 from 10:00 a.m.

– 1:00 p.m. Fan favorite Rick Recht will appear in concert along with the Atlanta Hawks cheerleaders, as well as Rabbi G and the Shabbat dinosaur.

The event will also feature interactive activities centered around Jewish children’s books. This year’s interactive activities will feature the books “Shabbat is Coming,” “Goldie Takes a Stand,” “Hanukkah Bear,” and “Where’s My Tushy?”

Additionally, this year’s book festival social action project benefits the Atlanta Coalition for Jewish Literacy, a local non-profit that provides tutors and books to Title One elementary schools. The community is asked to donate gently used, or new, secular children’s book beginning October 1 through the month of November.

The MJCCA Family Reading Festival takes place November 9. To purchase tickets visit atlantajcc.org/bookfestival or call 678.812.4005.

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Andy Statman Trio to Perform at MJCCA Combining Klezmer, Bluegrass, and Jazz: Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.

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Statman’s compositions celebrate the music of his dual heritage as an observant Jew and an American. The New Yorker has called him a “Clarinet and mandolin virtuoso and American visionary.” Born into a long line of cantors, composers and both classical and vaudville musicians, Statman is considered one of America’s most sought after and gifted mandolinists and clarinetists. His peers, fans, and the world press celebrate him as the rare multi-instrumentalist who brings to life Bluegrass, Klezmer, Jazz, Americana, and Hasidic song in a way few other musicians ever have.

Ticket Prices: MJCCA Members: $25, Community: $32. For information, visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice, or call 678.812.4002.

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aster of mandolin and clarinet, Andy Statman will perform at the MJCCA Sunday, October 19, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The Andy Statman Trio, featuring Statman, Jim Whitney and Larry Eagle combines Klezmer, Bluegrass, and Jazz. The program will be held in the MJCCA’s Morris and Rae Frank Theatre.

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Touch A Truck Raises $14,000+ for Heart Health Greater Atlanta Hadassah’s Annual Event Enjoyed

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bundant sunshine, festive balloons, clowns and a marching band created an atmosphere of fun and discovery that welcomed young visitors, their parents, grandparents and friends to Greater Atlanta Hadassah’s

Heart Health Program™ (EBC) and cardiac research at Hadassah Medical Organization in Israel,” said Lee Tanenbaum, Touch A Truck co-chair.

“Although we are still tallying our sponsorships, ticket sales and expenses, we are delighted that we will be able to make a contribution of more than $14,000 to benefit heart health.”

Veronika Barash, Touch A Truck co-chair, said, “Even a brief bout with rain in the afternoon couldn’t dampen everyone’s high spirits! Our family-friendly festival was a FUN raising, FUND raising, and community heart health education success!”

first ever Touch A Truck Family Festival to Benefit Heart Health, which took place at Centennial High School in Roswell on Sept. 7.

“We thank our 100+ sponsors, 200+ volunteers and more than 1,100 attendees who purchased tickets for their part in raising funds for Every Beat Counts: Hadassah’s

More than 32 vehicles were available for kids and families to admire, touch and explore.

Among the most popular vehicles were Georgia State Patrol’s helicopter and squad car, Mark Goodelman’s 1962 fire truck, the Rural Metro Ambulance, the MARTA bus, the Fulton County school bus, the College Hunks Hauling Junk truck, the American Red Cross disaster truck, Ernst Concrete’s pink concrete truck, vintage cars, the Georgia National Guard’s army jeep, motorcycles from the Sabra Riders motorcycle club, limousines and even a Dressler’s hearse, just to mention a few.

Kids and families enjoyed various kids’ activities, including coloring, temporary tattoos, the Home Depot wood making workshop, and fingernail art. Sandy Springs Locksmiths brought its truck and demoed key making for the kids. Barnes and Noble provided a storytime area. Mar-

lene Chastain volunteered her services as a roving folk singer, story teller and puppeteer. Deborah Bowman of Bubble Discovery facilitated the making of awesome bubbles with all kinds of wands and recyclable items – great fun for kids and adults of all ages!

Delicious Kosher food was available for purchase from five food vender sponsors – For All Occasions, Kosher Gourmet, Kona Ice, Cotton Cravings and Penny’s Popcorn Delights.

Sue Rothstein, president of the Greater Atlanta Hadassah Chapter, stated, “We are extremely appreciative of the more than 200 volunteers who helped in various capacities at Touch A Truck. This was a huge and challenging undertaking and we are most thankful for the outpouring of assistance from the community and sponsors. Special thanks go to the cochairs of the event, Lee Tanenbaum and Veronika Barash.”

A Special Message from Atlanta’s Higher Ground Group Troubling Incident Provides Learning Opportunity

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ince the founding of Higher Ground four years ago, the four of us have striven to communicate in ways that are respectful toward different faith traditions and encourage honest and open dialogue among them.

Thus, our reaction toward the anti-Semitic graffiti/swastika incident at the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house at Emory University (a predominately Jewish fraternity) is one of utter dismay. This type of behavior is communication in its most destructive form.

Any use of the Nazi swastika as a symbol of Nazism to show antagonism toward another group is a reprehensible act. The use of this symbol not only offends and hurts the group against which it is used, but also degrades those using it to express their hatred of another. We add our voices to those in leadership at Emory in condemning this shameful episode.

Although this type of behavior is unacceptable, it is an opportunity to learn. We can learn afresh how to recognize evil and name it for what it is. We can recommit ourselves to the absolute moral principle that antiJewish attitudes and acts have no place in Atlanta – or anywhere else in the world. We can teach ourselves, through a foundation of knowledge, how to peacefully live in a society that

is faith-based but not faith-biased.

So, what can we do? We can make common cause with one another – with people whose religious identities are different from ours and with those who identify with no religion – in resisting evil and seeking to promote what is good for our city and the whole human family of which we are a part.

That work begins with open and honest dialogue among people committed to finding and taking the higher ground in these fractious, fretful times. Wisdom from the tradition of Judaism illumines the only way ahead:

What is hateful to you, do not to your fellow human being. That is the entire law: all the rest is commentary.

That being said, may not only the Emory University community, but our greater community as well, use this act as an opening to genuine dialogue among groups who hold opposing views.

The Higher Ground Group, Rev. Joanna Adams Imam Plemon El Amin Rev. Joe Roberts Rabbi Alvin Sugarman

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Fisher and Cohen Expecting Third Child

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ctress Isla Fisher and her husband, actor/comedian Sacha Baron Cohen, are pregnant with their third

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ndrew Garfield, who plays Spider-Man in the popular “Amazing Spider-Man” movie series, is hanging up his suit for a more serious role in the new film 99 Homes.

The 31-year-old will play Dennis Nash, a father trying to get back his home after being evicted by a real estate agent. Nash is a construction worker who can’t find any work during the housing crisis. He stays in a cheap hotel with his son and wife, and eventually has to end up working for the same real estate agent that evicted him and his family.

The couple met in 2002 and have been married for four years. They have two children together: Olive, age six, and Elula, age four. Fisher converted to Judaism before marrying Cohen, studying for three years and taking the Hebrew name “Ayala.” She also received approval from Cohen’s observant Jewish parents. Fisher has described herself as “somebody who keeps Shabbat.”

Cohen is notable for his roles in Borat, Bruno, and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. His next film role will be in Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass, scheduled for release in 2016. Fisher’s credits have included, Confessions of a Shopaholic, Rango, and Now You See Me.

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Link Counseling Center To Honor Marlene Schwartz

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he Link Counseling Center, one of the oldest and most successful not-for-profit counseling centers in the Southeast, will be honoring Mrs. Marlene Schwartz on Saturday, November 1, at their annual Miracle Ball. This year’s fundraiser supports The Link’s mission of bringing affordable counseling, psychotherapy and support to our community. The event will be held at Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

Marlene will be the seventh person to receive The Link Counseling Center’s Bountiful Giver Award in their 43 year history. Bountiful Givers are honored for their longstanding and extraordinary generosity throughout the Link’s history. Marlene’s presence at The Link has made a remarkable difference in the lives of those who turn to The Link in their time of need.

Marlene has served the Link as a trusted volunteer for 21 years and continues to participate weekly supporting the programs of The Link. In addition to her time and talents, Marlene continues a strong tradition of community philanthropic support through the Marlene and Bill Schwartz Charitable Fund at The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta established in honor of her husband, William A. Schwartz.

Please join us for an interactive panel discussion

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The Middle East Erupts What Does it Mean, and What is Our Strategy?

Featuring our distinguished panelists:

Moderated by:

Jonathan Schanzer Vice President of Research, Foundation for the Defense of Democracies

Michael Eisenstadt Senior Fellow & Director, The Washington Institute’s Military and Security Studies Program

Lee Smith Senior Fellow, Hudson Institute

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Marlene also has served as a volunteer with several local hospitals. As a liaison between medical staff and the families of patients, she sharpened her abilities to effectively and calmly communicate with those in difficult situations. As a Link Counseling Center volunteer, she is often one of the first to speak to those who are reaching out for help. Her skills honed through her work at the hospitals has been invaluable in connecting those who call The Link with the services they need.

Marlene has also been affiliated as a trustee or volunteer with many other local organizations including: Temple Sinai, The Davis Academy, Jewish Family & Career Services, The Breman Museum, Atlanta Scholars Kollel and Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.

The Link invites the community to join with them in honoring Mrs. Schwartz and the remarkable contributions that she has made to strengthen and serve the community that we all share. Further information may found through visiting www.thelink.org

Stephen R. Klorfein Named a Top Estate Planning Attorney

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tephen Klorfein of the law firm Chaiken Klorfein, LLC in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized in Atlanta Magazine as one of the top Estate Planning attorneys in the Atlanta Metropolitan area.

Mr. Klorfein has extensive representation of individuals and businesses before the Internal Revenue Service and Georgia Department of Revenue, including civil and criminal investigations. Mr. Klorfein was the attorney who developed the estate tax case of Namik v. Wachovia; 279 Ga. 250 (2005); the only Georgia Supreme Court case that deals with estate tax consequences of investments for non-resident aliens.

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Home Depot Builds Butterfly Garden at Roswell North Elementary

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ast week the Home Depot set up a Butterfly Garden at Roswell North Elementary. The company donated materials, expertise and labor to build the garden and outdoor classroom Thursday, Oct 2.

As thanks to Home Depot, all students wore orange in an “orange out.”

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The garden and outdoor classroom will be used by teachers to incorporate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering Arts and Math) learning opportunities into their existing curriculum.

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s the joys of Rosh Hashanah became memory and the thumping of our chests and hunger pains associated with Yom Kippur faded from our consciousness, Congregation Etz Chaim prepared for the joys of Sukkot.

The new Drive-Thru Sukkah, kosher in every way, made it possible for everyone visiting Rabbi Shalom Lewis and Etz Chaim’s Facility Etz Chaim to reManager Aram Blankenship cite the appropriate brachot while they shook the traditional lulav and etrog in the comfort of their vehicle.

“It is a gimmick” admitted Rabbi Lewis, “A novelty, but one intended to remind us all of the fun that can be associated with Sukkot. All too often our busy lives cause us to ignore some of the traditions that are the backbone of our faith and this gave us the chance to fulfill the obligation in a most unique and convenient fashion. Many of our members partook of this new opportunity and, although it will never replace the traditional meal and comradery associated with the customary Sukkot, it promises to catch on and become a yearly tradition at Etz Chaim.”

Of course Etz Chaim had its conventional Sukkah with events in it thought out the seven days and nights of the holiday.

2014 Pinch Hitter Program organized by Achim/Gate City B'nai B'rith #0144 and the B'nai B'rith Center for Community Action

Here's your REGISTRATION form for this year's Pinch Hitter Program Sign up now for your choice of hospital and shift. (Final assignment is subject to facility needs.) Your family and friends are welcome to participate and can also take advantage of this enrollment form. Note: Minimum age in some facilities is 18 years old. Please mark your first, second, and third facility choices, and your first and second shift choices.

Now you can sign up online at http://www.pinchhitters.org -- or return the registration form below to: B'nai B'rith Pinch Hitter Program • c/o Harry Lutz • 1748 Corners Cove • Dunwoody, GA 30338-4338

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THURS., Oct 23

The MJCCA Presents The Andy Statman Trio. MJCCA Arts & Culture presents The Andy Statman Trio (comprised of Andy Statman, Jim Whitney, and Larry Eagle), on Sunday, October 19, 2014, 7:00 pm.

Combining Klezmer, Bluegrass, and Jazz, Statman is a master of the mandolin and clarinet, celebrating the music of his dual heritage as an observant Jew and an American. The program will be held in the MJCCA’s Morris & Rae Frank Theatre at 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. Ticket Prices: MJCCA Members: $25, Community: $32.

More Information: www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice or 678.812.4002.

Discussion on Jewish Genetic Diseases. Come hear Selvi Palaniappin, M.S. C.G.C., Director of Genetic Counseling at Northside Hospital talk about Jewish Genetic Diseases. October 23 at 7:00 pm, Temple Sinai. Do you know your family history and how important it is? Are there some cancers and other diseases that are more prevalent in people of Jewish descent? Is there a difference between Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews? Learn the answers to these questions and much more!

Open to all. No cost, but reservations are requested. Call 404.252.3073 or register online at www.templesinaiatlanta.org.

WED., Oct 22

THURS., Oct 23 - SUN., Oct 26

Sandy Springs Police Department Teen Driver Class. The Sandy Springs Police department is offering a free, twohour class to help parents and their new (or soon to be) teen drivers ages 14 - 16. A parent must be present with each teen to attend the class. Pre-registration is mandatory. For more information or for a registration form, call 770-551-3311 or email sandyspringsteens@gmail.com. The class will meet at 7840 Roswell Road, Bldg.

300, Suite 301, Sandy Springs, GA 30350.

Classes are scheduled from 6 - 8:15 pm on October 22, 2014, and December 3, 2014.

Rabbi David Wolpe at Temple Sinai.

Often cited as one of the country’s most influential rabbis, acclaimed speaker and author Rabbi David J. Wolpe, will be speaking at Temple Sinai throughout the weekend of October 24-26, starting at Friday night Shabbat Services and continuing with events through Sunday, as a Temple Sinai Scholar in Residence. Working at Sinai Temple in Los Angeles and currently teaching at UCLA, Rabbi Wolpe is the bestselling author of ten books, including the just released, David: The Divided Heart.

Visit www.templesinaiatlanta.org or call 404.252.3073 for a complete listing of weekend events or to register.

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“The Jerusalem Quartet’s debut…was breathtaking. Or jaw-dropping. Or maybe ear opening. In any case, it was brilliant” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette). “Passion, precision, warmth, a gold blend: these are the trademarks of this excellent Israeli string quartet” (The Times, London). “Musical electricity may be

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This program is supported in part by the Georgia Council for the Arts through the appropriations of the Georgia General Assembly.

GCA also receives support from its partner agency – the National Endowment for the Arts.

SUN., Oct 26

Paintin, Shmoozin, and Sippin with Ketura Hadassah. Join Greater Atlanta Hadassah’s Ketura group at the Art and Soul Pottery Studio in the Fountain Oaks Shopping Center in Sandy Springs on Sunday, October 26, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. for an afternoon of fun painting pottery that you get to keep. Light refreshments and beverages will be served. Cover is $25 and is all-inclusive. For additional information and to RSVP, please contact Sheila Parks at sfparks@emory.edu.

Book Talk and Signing With Sandy Berman. The Breman’s founding archivist, Sandy Berman, will be introducing Klara with a K at The Breman, and giving our guests special insight into the novel captivating tale. Get your copy of Klara with a K at the Breman Museum Store so you can read it in time for the Book Talk and get it signed by the author afterwards. Entrance to this event is included in regular museum admission and tickets will be available at the door. Contact Ghila Sanders at gsanders@thebreman.org or 678222-3724.

At last - Answers for your Jewish genealogy questions! On Sunday, October 26 at 1:00 p.m. at The Bremen Jewish Heritage Museum, a panel of experienced genealogists will be available to help answer those nagging research questions.

One hour prior to the meeting, Dave Slater and Robert Weinberg will be available to accommodate members and guests who want help with genealogy research. To participate in this mentoring session you must send an e-mail to (Dave) slaterd@ bellsouth.net or (Robert) gadfly1969@bellsouth.net . The program is free for members of The Breman and included in admission for guests.

THURS., Oct 30

Free Program: What You Need to Know Now to Help Your Parents Plan for Their Care Needs Later. What are your parents’ wishes for their long term care, and how will they (or you) pay for it? Join The Cohen Home for this informative program presented by Eldercare attorney and mediator Michelle Koufman. The program takes place from 6:30-8:00pm at The Cohen Home, 10485 Jones Bridge Road in Johns Creek. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served. RSVP to 770.475.8787 or info@ cohenhome.org.

Center for Civil and Human Rights Event. Please join the Mt. Scopus group of Greater Atlanta Hadassah for an event at the Center for Civil and Human Rights. This wonderful addition to the City of Atlanta should not be missed. The group will meet at 1:00 pm on Thursday, October 30th, at the Center located at 100 Ivan Allen Boulevard, in Atlanta. The cost of the event is $15.00, and reservations must be made

by October 27. Mail checks to Anita Levy, 1512 Davis Oaks Way, Decatur, GA 30033.

For information about this event, contact Sondra Epstein at 404-636-0748

SUN., Nov 2

261st Consecutive Quarterly BLOOD DRIVE. Help Save a Life! SUNDAY, November 2, 2014 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Ahavath Achim Synagogue. Location: 600

Peachtree Battle, NW Atlanta, GA 303271299. Reservations: www.redcrossblood. org/make-donation. Co-sponsored by Fulton Masonic Lodge No. 216, Jewish War Veterans Atlanta Post 112, Ahavath Achim Synagogue, and Congregation Or VeShalom.

World renowned classical violin/ piano duo to perform at Oglethorpe.

George Vass and Laura Gordy will perform at Oglethorpe University in the Museum of Arts building at 4p.m., Sun, Nov. 2nd.

Contribution of $15 will be appreciated at the door. Vass is a Graduate of Julliard and played at Carnegie, London, China, etc.

Samples of his music can be heard at his website at: GeorgeVass.us

SAT., Nov 8

Congregation Ner Tamid: The Shopping Event. Get ready for holiday gift giving with popular vendors of fashion, jewelry accessories and home décor. Non-Alcoholic beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be available for purchase. Saturday, November 8. 6:00-9:00 p.m.

SUN., Nov 9

An Afternoon with Etgar Keret. Join us for an afternoon with famous contemporary Israeli author and poet, Etgar Keret.

Sunday, November 9 at 3:00 pm, Temple Sinai. Keret will read from several of his works and screen two short films based on his stories. A Q&A will follow. This is a free program, open to all. RSVP online at www.templesinaiatlanta.org or by phone at 404.252.3073. Event is sponsored by The Consulate General of Israel to the Southeast Region, Israeli House and Temple Sinai.

MON., Nov 10

Go Eat Give Charity Golf Fundraiser. Monday, November 10 at the Standard Club, 6230 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Johns Creek, Georgia 30097. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit Go Eat Give’s cultural education programming, both locally and abroad. For more information contact Sucheta Rawal, Executive Director, 404.357.0172, sucheta@goeatgive.com.

SUN., Nov 16

PEACE - DREAM OR REALITY? Resolving Conflict in your home, you work and your inner self, with Rabbi Yosef Yitchok Jacobson. Dean of the Yeshiva and worldrenowned lecturer, Rabbi Jacobson has been hailed as “The Jewish Billy Graham”, and has lectured to Jewish and Non-Jewish audiences on 6 continents and 40 states.

November 16 at 10.00 a.m. Cost: $12, Coffee and refreshments. Register at www. cobbjewishacademy.org

FRI., Nov 21

Celtic Thunder Performing at Woodruff Arts Center. The international singing sensation Celtic Thunder announces its upcoming North American Tour, coming to Symphony Hall at Woodruff Arts Center Friday, November 21 at 8 p.m. The group performs with a full symphony orchestra and will perform songs from their new CD, Holiday Symphony. For information about the Celtic Thunder – Symphony Tour of North America in Fall 2014 visit www.celticthunder.com/tour.

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may their memories be a blessing

Ira Michael Madans 71, Marietta

Ira Michael Madans, 71, of Marietta, passed away Friday morning, October 10th, 2014. He was the son of the late Leonard and Sophie Madans of Charlotte, NC. Ira was a loving husband and father, and a very loyal friend to everyone who knew him. He came to Atlanta in 1972 from Charlotte, North Carolina to work with his father-in-law and three brothers-in-law. After a long career in the consumer electronics industry with Dutch Valley Distributors and Oodles of Electronics, Ira retired to spend more time with his family and grandchildren. While known as an avid sports fan, Ira will be most remembered for his detailed storytelling. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Grosswald Madans; sons: Mark and Andrew Madans; daughter and son-inlaw, Beth and David Janes; grandchildren: Eli and Asher Madans and Jacob and Nathan Janes and sister, Margie Aarons. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the general fund at Temple Beth Tikvah, 9955 Coleman Road, Roswell, GA 30075. Sign on line guest book at www.edressler.com. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Sunday, October 12, 2014 at Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mount Vernon Hwy, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 with Rabbi Fred Green officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999.

Edith Rosenhack 97, Atlanta

Edith “Edie Babes” Rosenhack, 97, of Atlanta, passed away Sept. 14, 2014.

She was born in Amenia, NY and lived most of her life in New York and Florida. She is buried in Hollywood, FL. Edith always had a zest and passion for life and had many friends that she loved dearly. She had a great sense of humor. She was happiest when she was surrounded by family and friends who adored her. Edith was a kind friend and only saw the good in people. She was a loving sister, mother, mother-in law, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her daughter and son-in law, Karen and Jeff Mesquita, daughter-in law, Theresa Rosenhack, grandchildren Debbie (Ryan) Radcliff, Sherri Mesquita, Michael (Carolina) Kaplan, Marlo Kober and fiancé Ted Baum, Jonathan (Venus) Rosenhack, 4 great grand children – Tyler, Shayna, Daniel, and Michael as well as several nieces and nephews. Edith is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dr. Morris Rosenhack. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Weinstein Hospice, 3510 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta, GA 30327.

Hannah Stern 93, Atlanta

Hannah Stern, 93, mother of Randi and Sid Levy, Marc and Jill Stern grandmother of Matthew and Zach Levy; Jackie and Jason Charo; Michael, and Alex Stern and great grandmother of Dylan Charo. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved to read and work in her garden. She will be missed by all. Graveside services were held Wednesday, October 15 at Greenwood Cemetery (in Montgomery, AL.) In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Weinstein Hospice at weinsteinhospice.org.

Sign on-line guestbook: www.edressler.com. Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta, 770-451-4999

Unveiling Notice You are invited to the unveiling for Aaron Alembik on November 9, 2014, at 12:00 noon, at Arlington Cementary, Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal officiating.

The celebration will continue at the Alembik home: 1300 Crest Valley Drive N.W., Sandy Springs, GA 30327 Please join us R.S.V.P. tobias1313@comcast.net

Fisseha Samuel Fisseha “Sol” Samuel, age 20, passed away October 9, 2014. He is survived by his parents: Melissa Fay Greene and Don Samuel; siblings: Molly, Seth, Lee, Lily, Daniel, Jesse, Helen, and Yosef; grandmother, Ruth Samuel; uncles Garry Greene, Bob Samuel, Bill Samuel, and extended family in Ethiopia.

Sol was born in Jima, Ethiopia, on January 10, 1994. Orphaned in childhood, Sol was adopted by his American family at age 10 and instantly charmed everyone he met with his generosity, superb athleticism, good humor, intelligence, kindness, and gentle smile. A 2013 graduate of Druid Hills High School, he was a sophomore at Georgia Gwinnett College and played varsity soccer. From the moment he arrived in the U.S., he was everyone’s first pick for every sport; he played board games, charades and Fantasy Football with his siblings, excelled at photography, and competed in the international Maccabi Games in San Diego, Houston, Omaha, and Israel. He had amazing navigational, camping, and wilderness skills, and hoped to have a career someday in forestry and conservation. He was a bridge-builder among people everywhere and was at the center of his family’s happiness. His ferocity on the field was matched by his sweetness off it. His family, friends, and teammates are devastated by his loss. In lieu of flowers, the family would be grateful for donations in his memory to Worldwide Orphans Foundation [wwo.org] or to the Marcus Jewish Community Center [MJCCA] Maccabi program. Sign online guest book at www.edressler.com. A graveside service will be held Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 10:30 am at Crest Lawn Memorial Park with Rabbi Hillel Norry officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999.

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Across 1. Recovering alcoholics like Zac Efron have twelve 6. Sacha Baron Cohen’s ___ G 9. Go on a nature hike at Camp Sabra 14. Israeli city whose name is a homophone for “many” 15. “Mushnik and ___” (Song from “Little Shop of Horrors”) 16. Jim Croce’s “I Got ___” 17. Joan Rivers and Eddie Murphy, in 1983 20. Fix what’s ailing Tevye’s horse 21. Mo. that overlaps with Kislev 22. Alexander Muss prog.

23. Schmaltz alternative, when desparate 25. “___ Hai” (song from “South Pacific”) 28. Molly Picon and Sarah Bernhardt 34. ___-fi (Asimov genre) 35. Palindromic name of frequent subject (and wife) of artist Alex Katz 36. Encore for Matisyahu 37. Bat mitzvah celebrant after she collects her $18 checks 40. Gan, for Israel’s youngest students (abbr.)

42. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) campaigns on it 43. She graduated from Hebrew U. 45. Facebook’s regs 47. Y___ (English-language news site of “Yediot Aharonot”) 48. Mayim Bialik of “The Big Bang Theory” 52. How to make Obama Osama 53. Many a rabbi, regarding Talmud study 54. Upon request, it will hand-inspect fragile

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57. Caesar who co-starred with James Franco’s character in a 2011 movie 59. Frustrates Simon Wiesenthal 63. Third and final Jewish-Roman war 67. Young David’s flock 68. Detroit Tiger Kinsler 69. BDS, for anti-Zionists 70. Wendy Wasserstein works 71. Most well-done part of a brisket 72. Protested with rocks during an intifada Down 1. Samuel, in Samuel 2. Word with candlelighing 3. Some Tu B’shvat honorees 4. Scandal that ruined DJ Alan Freed’s career 5. German POW camp 6. King of Kings 7. Adonai 8. Yeshiva University, budget-wise 9. First Hebrew word of the Four Questions 10. Israeli city Kiryat ___ 11. Item of clothing Hasidim call a gartel 12. Magen David Adom employees (abbr.)

13. 1990 biography “___ Can: The Story of Sammy Davis, Jr.” 18. “If I ___ Rich Man” 19. Fress (down) - as with food 24. Patriarchs 26. Neckwear for Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) 27. Start of “Send in the Clowns” 28. One of a sine qua non for kosher fish 29. Hike or daytrip in Israel 30. Sabra source

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33. Mo. for the Ten Days of Repentance, often 34. Acted out the Yiddish phrase “pu pu pu” 38. Word uttered at he end of the Shema 39. Coveting sense 41. Spielberg’s 1991 Peter Pan film 44. J Street rival 46. Comment like “Am I my brother’s keeper?”

49. Meryl’s role in a 1982 Holocaust film 50. Like the “first fruits” described in the Torah 51. Source of milk in Israel 54. Kosher salt measurement, in some recipes 55. Canadian-born humorist Mort 56. Dylan’s “The Times They ___-Changin’” 58. Abba who’s not an ima 60. Lemony Snicket’s demeanor 61. “Anything ___” (Woody Allen film) 62. Cholent, essentially 64. 1948 Lauren Bacall film ___ Largo 65. “Thunderbolt” and “Protective Edge” (abbr.)

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Tell Our Advertisers you’ve seen them in the Atlanta Jewish Times shabbat blessings Blessing for the Candles Baruch Arah A-do-nai,El-o-hei-nu Melech Haolam Asher Kid-shanu b’mitzvotav V’zivanu l’hadlik ner shel Shabbat Blessed are You, Eternal our God, Sovereign of time and space.

You hallow us with Your mitzvot and command us to kindle the lights of Shabbat.

Blessing for the Wine Baruch Atah A-do-nai, El-o-hei-nu

Meelech Haolam, Borei p’ri hagafen Praise to You, Eternal our God, Sovereign of the Universe, Creator of the fruit of the vine.

Blessing for the Bread (Challah) Baruch Atah A-do-nai, El-o-hei-nu Melech haolam, Hamotzi Lechem min haaretz.

Our Praise to You Eternal our God, Sovereign of the universe, Who brings forth bread from the earth.

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& invite you to join them for their inaugural golf tournament

“CLEAN ON THE GREENS” highlighting israel’s green technology industry

OCTOBER 17 ▪ 2014

support our work connecting americans and israelis through the vehicle of business and spend a day networking with leading atlanta business people.

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Monday, november 3rd the Standard Club

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