Texas Jewish Post

Vol. 12 | 2016-2017 | 5777

June 30, 2016

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halom and welcome to the 2016-2017 Guide to Jewish Life in Dallas-Fort Worth. This is our 12th edition of the Guide.

Each year, we update listings.

We add some and take a few away.

I’m happy to say that we typically add far more listings than we remove — a testament to the vibrancy of Jewish life here in North Texas.

One of the new listings is Texas Jewish Arts Association, a community of Jewish artists, art professionals and art enthusiasts. TJAA serves as a great example of how the seeds of one organization are often planted by another. Following a Dallas Jewish Historical Society Event in 2013 that brought together the artwork of 19 local Jewish artists, the idea for TJAA was formed.

Now, here’s something interesting.

We’ve written numerous stories about the TJAA, however this is the first time the group has been listed in the Guide.

As dedicated as we are to making sure the Guide is as comprehensive and accurate as possible, sometimes we miss a group here or there even when we’ve written about them in the TJP. If that’s the case for a Jewish organization you are involved in, please let us know, so we can make sure to include you in next year’s publication.

Incidentally, this year’s Guide cover, “Star Over Sun,” is a mosaic created by TJAA member and pillar of the Fort Worth Jewish Community Marvin Beleck. Marvin Beleck's unique method of art includes the

use of various tiles in a wide array of styles and colors to create easily recognizable Jewish images.

Production of

By Sharon Wisch-Ray these mosaics Editor & Publisher involve a process of selecting a theme, laying it out on a plywood board, hand cutting each piece, and gluing on the board for a permanent fixture. These works will last for centuries in art form as they are made with the latest technology of the industry. Marvin’s gallery can be viewed at http://mabmosaics.tumblr. com/.

Every year, I plug the weekly TJP somewhere in my Guide message.

While the Guide is an indispensible resource to find say a youth group for your tween or a mohel for your newborn, it’s the TJP that paints the vivid picture of our Jewish community week in and week out. It’s a rich tapestry; one that we’ve helped weave over since 1947.

As we approach our 70th anniversary in 2017, we have some exciting things planned in the upcoming year. Please join us. You can receive the paper in print and electronically or the electronic-only version. Email me at sharon@tjpnews. com, I’ll be happy to start a trial subscription for you.

B’Shalom, Sharon

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Advocacy AIPAC – The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (Dallas Office) Phone: 214-741-6759 Fax: 972-239-5695 www.aipac.org Kate Middlebrook,

Rose Kreditor Associate Area Director rkreditor@aipac.org The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (“AIPAC”) is the only American organization whose sole mission is to lobby the U.S. government about legislation that strengthens the relationship between the United States and Israel.

AJC, Dallas Office Phone: 972-387-2943 dallas@ajc.org www.facebook.com/ajcdallas Margot Carter, President Joel Schwitzer, Regional Director AJC’s mission is to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and the state of Israel and advance the causes of human rights and democratic values in the United States and around the world.

We build bridges of understanding between the Jewish community and other faiths, ethnic groups, and countries.

American Jewish Congress

People refer to what we do as a mitzvah.

We consider it an honor.

How you choose to live out the end of your life is a precious choice. VITAS’ compassionate endof-life care supports life and hope, and the values of Jewish tradition. We work closely with Rabbi Howard Wolk, community chaplain of Jewish Family Service and our national medical director is a Rabbi—so VITAS is uniquely sensitive to the needs of Jewish patients and their families.

260 Madison Avenue, Second Floor New York, NY 10016 Phone: 212-879-4500 Fax: 212-758-1633 www.ajcongress.org Jack Rosen, President contact@ajcongress.org AJ Congress was organized in 1918 to defend Jewish interests everywhere. Its principles are that Jews are entitled to charity, justice, and men and women of all faiths are entitled to fundamental rights.

It advocates on behalf of separation of church and state, civil rights and the State of Israel.

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) North Texas Oklahoma Region 5720 LBJ Freeway, Suite 120 Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-960-0342 Fax: 972-960-0591 dallas@adl.org www.adl.org Roberta S. Clark, Regional Director The Anti-Defamation League, founded in 1913, is the world’s leading organization fighting anti-Semitism through programs and services that counteract hatred, racism, prejudice and bigotry.

Dallas Jewish Conservatives Cantor Sheri Allen VITAS Chaplain

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2530 Regan Street #3309 Dallas, TX 75219 972-375-1491 dallasjewishconservatives@gmail.com Benji Gershon, Founder/CEO Dallas Jewish Conservatives is an Organization for Jewish professionals who embrace conservative principals & ideologies and who believe supporting Judaism & Israel are more important than following the trends of progressive liberalism. Our Organization provides like-minded individuals the opportunity to network, share views, discuss ideas and attend engaging conservative events.

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Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-369-3313 Fax: 214-369-8943 Anita Zusman Eddy, Executive Director aeddy@jfgd.org As the public affairs program department of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas, the JCRC brings together Jewish agencies, organizations and religious institutions to plan, coordinate and implement an effective program of positive public relations both within and between the Jewish and general communities of greater Dallas.

National Jewish Democratic Council P.O. Box 65683 Washington, DC 20035 Phone: 202-216-9060 Fax: 202-216-9061 www.njdc.org Marc Stanley, Immediate Past Chairman Phone: 214-443-4301 NJDC maximizes Jewish support for Democrats at the federal and state levels of government.

NJDC also educates Democratic elected officials and candidates to increase support for Jewish domestic and foreign policy priorities.

We do this to promote both social justice in America and a secure, democratic Jewish State of Israel.

Jewish Democrats of Tarrant County

Republican Jewish Coalition

Olive Garden 4700 South Loop 820 Fort Worth, TX 76109 (NW corner of Hulen and I20) 817-850-9800, 817-732-4445, Dick@sryp.net Dick Abrams, President We meet monthly on the third Tuesday at Olive Garden, 4700 South Loop 820, Fort Worth (NW corner of Hulen and I-20), at 6 p.m. for dinner and meeting at 7 p.m.

We discuss Democratic politics and its effect on Israel and American Jews.

50 F St., N.W., Suite 100 Washington, DC 20001 Phone: 972-863-7878 www.rjchq.org Eddy Daniels, Chapter Chair The RJC fosters ties between the American Jewish community and Republican decision makers. The RJC provides a strong, effective, and respected Jewish Republican voice in Washington and across the country.

The North Texas Chapter was established in 2003.

Southwest Jewish Congress 11311 N. Central Expwy., Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75243 Phone: 214-361-0018 Fax: 214-361-8377 swjc@swjc.org www.swjc.org Gil Elan, President and CEO Susan Myers, Executive Director Southwest Jewish Congress (SWJC) is a Texas 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating the community on Israel and the Middle East, alerting against threats to the freedoms and rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and celebrating the unity of Americans from diverse cultures, faiths and disciplines.

For information: www.swjc.org.

Financial Dallas Hebrew Free Loan Association P.O. Box 671235 Dallas, TX 75367-1235 Phone: 214-696-8008 Fax: 214-696-6554 Deborah Dana, Agency Coordinator

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Our interest-free loans build community and change lives. https://www.facebook.com/ DHFLA. “A Hand Up, Not a Handout” www. dhfla.org.

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation Byrna & Joe Funk Family Philanthropy Center 12700 Hillcrest Road, Suite 201 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-9351 Fax: 214-363-5942 info@djcf.org www.djcf.org

As the fiduciary arm of our community, the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation and its supporting foundations distributed over $12 million to 900-plus nonprofit organizations in 2015.

This funding supported a wide range of philanthropic interests, including education, human services, the arts, and faith-based organizations.

By providing the highest level of personal attention and confidentiality, the DJCF continuously helps transform our fundholders’ philanthropic objectives into reality.

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Career and Employment Services 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 972-437-9950 www.JFSdallas.org Allison Harding, Director We offer validated job leads, one-on-one employment counseling, and financial coaching for unemployed or underemployed individuals to help them refine résumés, improve interview skills and job search strategies.

Our Job Search Center, workshops, seminars and networking groups offer support to job seekers.

For more information, visit www.JFSdallas.org.

Tarrant County Hebrew Free Loan Association 4750 Bryant Irvin Road, Suite 808, PMB No. 206 Fort Worth, TX 76132 tchfla@yahoo.com tchfla.org David Bekerman TCHFLA provides confidential, interest-free loans to members of the Tarrant County Jewish community.

Contact through website or email.

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The Westin Stonebriar Hotel & Golf Club offers 24,000 square feet of beautiful, flexible event space and unmatched personal service. Our professional wedding and social event planner will handle every detail including a menu selection that will dazzle your senses.

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12700 Park Central Drive, Suite 101 Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-272-4814 www.texasisrael.org Clare Freeman, President and CEO The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce was established in 2007 by business leaders in every major Texas city, the Israel-American Chamber of Commerce, and the Texas Governor’s office with the sole mission of being the primary resource for economic development between Texas and Israel.

It is a private, not-for-profit business organization.

Fitness Aaron Family J of Dallas Sports and Fitness Complex 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7100, 214-239-7138 Fax: 214-368-4709 caring@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Eric Samaniego, General Manager of Sports & Fitness Wellness Carrie Ann Ring, Director of Membership Sales The Complex includes indoor lap and warm water

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pools, over 85 pieces of exercise equipment, 100+ group classes a week (Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, TRX, spinning and rowing), 8 outdoor tennis courts and 3 basketball courts.

We offer swim lessons for 3 months to adult age through the Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy.

Health Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Mental Health Services 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-438-9950 www.JFSdallas.org Ariela Goldstein, Director JFS offers individual and family counseling services to children, teens, adults and older adults — including those with special needs. This includes family violence intervention, diagnostic testing and play therapy for children, addiction management, and numerous support groups.

Services are available on a sliding-fee scale.

Insurance, Medicaid and Medicare accepted.

Cancer Support Services Beth Broodo, Coordinator JFS provides individual counseling, group counseling and couple workshop for individuals, couples and families dealing with an illness or the aftermath of an illness.

Phone: 212-828-2424 judy@afsi.org Ann Stacy27@gmail.com AFSI.org Judy Freedman Kadish, Co-Executive Director Ann Stacy, Dallas Chapter Chair Founded in 1970, AFSI asserts Israel’s historic, religious, and legal rights to the land re-gained in the 1967 war. AFSI maintains that a strong, territorially defensible Israel is essential to U.S. and global security and that the “two-state solution,” would endanger the world, while bringing the dissolution of Israel.

Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest United States 24 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1500 Houston, TX 77046 General Phone: 832-301-3500 Consular services: 832-301-3510 Website: israelhouston.org Twitter: @IsraelSW Facebook: IsraelinHouston Eitan Levon, Consul General Daniel Agranov, Consul

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The Legacy at Home 8080 Independence Parkway, Suite 245 Plano, TX 75025 Phone: 972-244-7700 Fax: 972-244-7701 referrals@thelegacyathome.org www.thelegacyathome.org Charlene Bishop, Administrator Legacy at Home provides Medicare-certified home healthcare services with the same distinction and professionalism that has defined The Legacy senior communities since 1953.

Serving seniors throughout the DFW area, Legacy at Home offers a full array of healthcare options including comprehensive home healthcare, private duty services and personal care services.

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Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), Texas Chapter PO Box 22245 Houston, TX 77227-2245 Phone: 713-955-0225, Fax: 713-955-0225

texas@ďŹ df.org, www.ďŹ df.org Scott Kammerman, Executive Director Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) provides for the well-being of the men and women who serve in the Israel Defense Forces.

It is committed to providing Israel’s soldiers with love, support and care in an eort to ease the burden carried on behalf of the Jewish community worldwide.

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For over 30 years, we’ve been providing adults with intellectual disabilities the programs and services that enable them to live full, rich lives in a safe environment and to meaningfully participate in the community.

CHAI provides: Group Home Living

Israel Bonds/Development Corporation for Israel North Dallas Bank Tower 12900 Preston Road, Suite 1206 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-661-9191, 800-877-4991 Fax: 972-661-9168 dallas@israelbonds.com www.israelbonds.com Karen GarďŹ eld, Executive Director, Southwest Region Garry Kahalnik, Registered Representative Chris Simms, Administrative Assistant Since the ďŹ rst bond was sold in 1951, Israel Bonds has raised nearly $40 billion worldwide in investment capital to build and strengthen Israel’s economy while providing income and diversity for individual portfolios.

Israel bonds may be purchased online at www. israelbonds.com. Member FINRA.

Israel Dallas Center 9401 Douglas Avenue Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 972-559-9545 israeldallascenter@shearith.org www.facebook.com/israeldallascenter www.israeldallascenter.org Anat Solomon, Director Israeli community hub, hosted and sponsored

by Congregation Shearith Israel and the IAC. Our mission is to support Israel and the Israeli community in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex by creating opportunities for both the Israeli and Jewish communities to unite, celebrate holidays, enjoy Israeli culture and learn from each other.

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Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: Partnership 2Gether 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-5275 Fax: 214-369-8943 sgolman@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Sarah Golman, Director, Global and Local Impact and Allocations Federation’s Partnership2Gether Region in Israel is the Western Galilee.

The goal of the program is to build strong connections between Dallas and the land, people and spirit of this region in Israel through cultural, social, educational and economic programs and help ensure a vibrant and secure State of Israel.

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Diverse in our backgrounds and lifestyles United as one community Big with many paths to connection Small where everyone has a place Welcoming and ready to bring you in Respectful while giving you space Open to new expressions of Judaismn Committed to enduring powerful truths Restless to make the world a better place Centered in spirituality

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Phone: 512-410-1438, ext. 947 rweil@jnf.org www.jnf.org Reagan Weil, Executive Director, Southwest Jewish National Fund gives all generations a unique voice in building and ensuring the prosperity of the land of Israel. JNF is building new communities in the Negev and Galilee, expanding the scope of river rehabilitation and water research, exploring energy production, creating opportunities for people with special needs, heritage preservation, bringing thousands of people to Israel every year on missions and trips, and growing future leadership through Zionist education and advocacy programs.

Local Organizations

Judaic heritage and professional excellence, we have chapters in the US, Canada and internationally. We funded the establishment of the two dental schools in Israel and proudly provide free dental care to indigent Holocaust survivors.

B’nai B’rith Isadore Garsek Lodge No. 269 P.O. Box 101234 Fort Worth, TX 76185 rich.d.hollander@gmail.com Rich Hollander, President Our Lodge is the oldest continually active lodge in North Texas.

With more than 100 members we welcome people from all over the Metroplex to become involved with us. Our goal is to actively serve the Jewish community of North Texas.

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7522 Campbell Road, Suite 120 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-248-8525 www.ao.org Dr. Howard Kessner, President howard@ kessners.com Alpha Omega was founded 109 years ago to fight discrimination in US Dental Schools. Honoring

7920 Belt Line Road, Suite 695 Dallas, TX 75254 Phone: 972-918-9200 Fax: 972-918-9202 avrille.harris-cohen@bnaizion.org http://www.bnaizion.org/ Facebook.com/bnaiziontexasregion Twitter.com/bnaizion

Avrille Harris-Cohen, Executive Director, Texas Region Stephen Savitsky, National President Diane Benjamin, President, Texas Region Bnai Zion (bnaizion.org), in its 108th year, supports humanitarian projects in Israel that improve the lives of thousands in need across the medical, social service, educational and cultural spectrum.

One-hundred percent of all designated gifts to the organization are sent to its projects in Israel.

Chabad Kesher Foundation 6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-381-1101 rabbikesher@yahoo.com Asher Goldschmidt, Rabbi Mrs. Rivka Goldschmidt, Director Gan Menachem, Pre School Contact Person Phone: 214-207-9060 shikoon@aol.com Outreach to new Americans and Russian Jewry in the Dallas Metroplex area. A branch of worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch.

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Phone: 214-460-7773 rabbi@chabadfrisco.org www.chabadfrisco.org Mendy Kesselman, Rabbi Chabad of Frisco is a center for Jewish life and learning. We are a warm and welcoming community, a place that every Jew can call home. We offer a Hebrew school, family Holiday programs, Adult Education, Synagogue services and are committed to helping every person in any way we can.

Dallas Jewish Committee on Scouting 8605 Harry Hines Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75235 Phone: 214-659-1144 Fax: 866-869-0666 sshore@dallasjscouts.org www.dallasjscouts.org Stephen Shore, Chair The Dallas Jewish Committee on Scouting, part of the National Jewish Committee on Scouting, is associated with the Boy Scouts of America in their Relationships area.

DJCoS’ purpose is to promote Scouting among Jewish youth, teach advanced leadership skills to Jewish youth, and bring the values of Judaism to Scouting.

Dallas Kosher Vaad Hakashrus of Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-739-6535 Fax: 214-739-4635 info@dallaskosher.org www.dallaskosher.org Rabbi Sholey Klein, Kashrus Administrator Rabbi David Shawel, Director of Supervision Mary Stevenson, Office Manager Dallas Kosher promotes the observance of kashrut through supervision, education and service to the community. While the families who support Dallas Kosher through membership have varying levels of observance, the DK sets a community standard for kashrut that is inclusive of everyone and meets the highest Torah standard.

The Dallas Maccabees Phone: 469-855-5858 Fax: 214-696-1407 jtobolowsky@gmail.com www.dallasmaccabees.com Jonathan Tobolowsky, Founder/President The Dallas Maccabees is a Jewish-based Special Olympics Texas team that competes

year-round in local and citywide sporting tournaments.

We currently offer basketball, bowling, track and field, Bocce ball, flag football and many others.

Dallas Jewish Historical Society 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7120 info@djhs.org www.djhs.org Debra Polsky, Executive Director dpolsky@djhs.org Alexis J. Ferguson, Archivist archivist@djhs.org The Dallas Jewish Historical Society (DJHS) collects, archives and provides access to the documents, photographs, books, artifacts, and oral history interviews about Jewish life in the Greater Dallas area. These records include donated items and personal papers of individuals, families, organizations, congregations and businesses, all available for study, research, and creative pursuits.

A membership organization, DJHS also provides historical bus tours, lectures, speakers bureau and programs. Volunteers are always welcome!

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Hadassah, Dallas Chapter P.O. Box 795774 Dallas, TX 75379 Phone: 214-691-1948 chapter.dallas@hadassah.org www.hadassah.org/Dallas Susan Blum Barnett, President Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization, inspires the passion of women who DO. We enhance worldwide health by supporting medical care and research at Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem. Locally members come together for programming, education, advocacy and volunteer opportunities about issues important to women, Israel and Jewish continuity. 214-691-1948.

See our website, sign up for Enews, and join us on Facebook.

Hadassah, Fort Worth Chapter 5108 Ledgestone Drive Fort Worth, TX 76132 Phone: 817-706-5158 rice.debby@gmail.com www.hadassah.org Mona Karten, Certificates and Trees monag36@hotmail.com Phone: 817-266-3324 Debby Rice, Rhoda Bernstein and Laurie Werner, Leadership Team

Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc., is a volunteer women’s organization, whose members are motivated and inspired to strengthen their partnership with Israel, ensure Jewish continuity, and realize their potential as a dynamic force in American society.

We are advocates for health care, education, women’s issues and volunteerism.

Hebrew Order of David Address 15110 Dallas Parkway, Ste 360 City, State, Zip Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-632-3325 kahn.ivan@gmail.com hoddallas.org Ivan Kahn, Secretary Hebrew Order of David (HOD) is an outstanding nonprofit Jewish fraternal organization committed to the ideals of Peace, Unity, Fraternity, Community Service and Love, both locally and across the world, as well as to the personal development of its members.

Jewish Association of Professional Salespeople Phone: 972-416-3417 Lorrie Semler The Jewish Association of Professional Salespeople is a 20-plus-year-old networking

organization for Jewish professionals in the Dallas area. One person per industry.

Newcomers welcome, but please call first.

Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call for meeting locations.

Jewish Business Alliance Phone: 214-558-2727 Mark@marklowey.com Mark Lowey, Founder JBA was founded to help Jewish small business owners build strategic relationships, partnerships and provide resources. JBA meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month for lunch from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Business members of the community and guests are invited to attend. Call Mark Lowey for more information.

The Jewish Federation of Fort Worth & Tarrant County 4049 Kingsridge Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-569-0892 jfed@tarrantfederation.org www.tarrantfederation.org Bob Goldberg, Executive Director Jewish Federation of Fort Worth & Tarrant County ensures the well-being and continuity

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of the Jewish people in Tarrant County, Israel and around the world. We do this through fundraising, community programming, education, social services, developing leaders, fostering cooperation and building relationships with Israel and the community at large.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-369-3313 Fax: 214-369-8943 contact@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Bradley Laye, President and CEO The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas is the central coordinating fundraising agency for the Dallas Jewish community. It is the one place where philanthropy, volunteerism and shared commitment come together to make a dierence in the community and the world.

For more information, visit www.jewishdallas.org.

Jewish War Veterans — Dr. Harvey J. Bloom Dallas Post No. 256

We are veterans, helping all veterans, since 1896, 120 years! Check us out at jwv.org. Anyone can join our post! Non-vets and non-Jews all welcome to help us with our veterans’ projects.

Jewish Women International – Simcha Chapter 3240 Rosemeade Drive, Unit 2112 Fort Worth, TX 76116 Phone: 817-386-9460 Fax: 817-386-9458 www.jwi.org Phyllis Gordon, President Cookie Kaftan, President

Peggy Louis, President Jewish Women International honors the concept of tikkun olam — repairing the world through education, advocacy and action. The Simcha Chapter of JWI donates to many causes in Fort Worth every month. Meetings are at 9:30 a.m., the ďŹ rst Wednesday of every month, Beth-El Congregation, 4900 Briarhaven Road, Fort Worth.

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Jewish War Veterans Ladies Auxiliary No. 256 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-248-4844 Sandra Cantor, President The ladies of the JWVA assist the Jewish War Veterans, in addition to helping to serve the needs of veterans, their families, children in need, the community and Israel. We are part of the Greater Dallas Veterans Council.

Jewish War Veterans – Martin Hochster Post No. 755 4050 Hulen Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-232-2335 Peter Levy, Post Commander Phone: 817-560-2053 Ron Sivernell, Past Commander Phone: 817-319-3529

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

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Dallas, TX 75379 Phone: 214-691-1948 Fax: 972-980-6782 chapter.dallas@hadassah.org Anita Friedman, R.N. Lillian Wald Nurses and Allied Health Professionals is a Hadassah group of nurses and allied health professionals, active and retired, who meet for learning, networking, and socializing while supporting Hadassah’s overall mission. Members may participate in community or Hadassah health education programs. Attendance is open to anyone wishing to participate.

National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Dallas Section Preston Royal Shopping Center 6025 Royal Lane, Suite 219-9 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-368-4405 Fax: 214-368-4753 info@ncjwdallas.org www.ncjwdallas.org Joyce Rosenfield, President Suzi Greenman, Executive Director NCJW Dallas is a grassroots, volunteer organization that has worked to improve the quality of life for children, women and families and to ensure individual rights and freedoms since its founding in 1913.

North Texas BLEWS P.O. Box 797512 Dallas, Texas 75379 214-886-3716, Joe Green Bishop 214-999-3352, Ken Glaser 214-403-1087, Anita Warner awarner4470@gmail.com Joe Green-Bishop and Ken Glaser, Co-Chairs; Anita Warner, Administrative Assistant BLEWS is dedicated to the advancement of the relationship between the Black American and Jewish communities through dialogue that leads to actions that enhance the entire society.

Professional Networking Dallas Chapter of Hadassah P.O. Box 795774 Dallas, TX 75379 Phone: 214-691-1948 chapter.dallas@hadassah.org www.hadassah.org/Dallas Two Hadassah priorities are to empower women and build community with Jewish values. Professional Networking Group does just that as men and women come together to connect, promote their businesses and get referrals.

Free Networking events are posted on Facebook Hadassah Dallas. 214-691-1948 or chapter.dallas@hadassah.org.

Rabbinic Association of Greater Dallas c/o Shirley Rovinsky Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-615-5263 Fax: 214-369-8943 srovinsky@jfgd.org RAGD Officers 2016-2017: Stefan Weinberg, President Rabbi Ariel Boxman, Secretary/Treasurer Shirley Rovinsky, M.S.S.W. Administrator The Rabbinical Association of Greater Dallas functions as a board of rabbis for the DFW metroplex, providing a place for rabbis to study and address communal issues, while ensuring the community has a forum to address the rabbinic leadership.

Students Against Terrorism Yavneh Academy of Dallas 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214.295.3500 p4p@studentsagainstterrorism.org www.studentsagainstterrorism.org Rosie Bernstein, 214-708-1345 Noah Rubinstein, 214-463-9778

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Students Against Terrorism is a student-run organization that demonstrates solidarity with Israel and support of victims of terrorism. SAT is committed to raising awareness about the devastating eects of terrorism, raising more than $782,000 in 14 years with 2016 Points for Peace basketball tournament proceeds beneďŹ ting OneFamily.

Texas Jewish Post 7920 Belt Line Road, Suite 680 Dallas, TX 75254 Phone: 972-458-7283 or 817-927-2831 Fax: 214-466-2633 www.tjpnews.com Sharon Wisch-Ray, Editor and Publisher sharon@tjpnews.com Susan Wisch, V.P. Sales and Circulation susanw@tjpnews.com

Amy Doty, V.P. Sales and Marketing amyd@tjpnews.com The Texas Jewish Post is the only independent English-Jewish weekly newspaper serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

The TJP has covered local, national and international topics of Jewish interest as well as in-depth reportage of Israel continuously since 1947.

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Union for Reform Judaism – (URJ) Dallas OfďŹ ce 10260 N. Central Expressway, Suite 215 Dallas, TX 75231 Phone: 972-960-6642 www.urj.org jratner@urj.org Judi Ratner, URJ Knowledge Network, Manager Rabbi Andrew Terkel, Youth Engagement Director, Greene Family Camp Through programs, consultations, resources and networking opportunities provided by the URJ, we help strengthen our nearly 900 member congregations, welcome spiritual seekers through audacious hospitality, engage Jewish youth, deepen Jewish learning, energize worship, pursue tikkun olam (social justice), connect with Israel, and develop inspired leadership.

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Vogel Alcove 1738 Gano St., Dallas, TX 75215 Phone: 214-368-8686; Fax: 214-368-0414 info@vogelalcove.org, www.vogelalcove.org Karen R. Hughes, President/CEO Sammy Gonzalez, Director of Marketing Vogel Alcove is a 501(c)(3) nonproďŹ t, nonreligious organization on a mission to help children recover from the traumatic eects of homelessness.

Our vision is that all children experiencing homelessness can receive the physical, intellectual and social/emotional support they need to succeed in life despite their circumstances.

Social Services Community Homes for Adults, Inc. (CHAI) 13101 Preston Road, Suite 312 Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 214-373-8600 www.chaidallas.org Lisa J. Brodsky, MSSW, CEO CHAI provides programs and services that enable adults with intellectual disabilities to live as independently as possible and to enrich their lives by building relationships with each other and the larger community. CHAI maintains seven

group homes, has a Day Habilitation program, and provides a professionally staed supportive employment program as well as life-skills training and socialization programs through our Wolens program.

Dr. Robbie Kinney, Psychologist, Northeast Tarrant County OďŹƒce Lynell Bond Med, SWA, LPC, Case Manager JFS provides general counseling and case management services. JFS has a senior program that meets daily Monday through Friday.

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5402 Arapaho Road, Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 www.jfsdallas.org Robin Raxlin Gormley, Case Manager, Food Pantry Coordinator Jewish Family Service’s emergency assistance includes access to our food pantry (appointment necessary), limited ďŹ nancial assistance, case management and access to JFS’ wraparound services. Visit our website to learn more, www. jfsdallas.org.

Phone: 469-855-5858 Fax: 214-696-1407 info@jsac.org www.jsac.org Jonathan Tobolowsky, Founder/President The Jewish Social & Athletics Club, Inc. (JSAC) is a nonproďŹ t organization devoted to community outreach, programming and networking for families with special needs children. We promote other special needs programming, as well as host events year-round for the special needs community.

Jewish Family Services of Fort Worth and Tarrant County

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4049 Kingsridge Road, Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-569-0898 Fax: 817-569-0895 jfsftw@ash.net Dr. Carole Rogers, Director Hedy Collins, CSA, Senior Program Director

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Metairie, LA 70010-7368 Phone: 504-828-6334 or 800-SAY-JCRS Fax: 504-828-5255 info@jcrs.org, www.jcrs.org Ned Goldberg, Executive Director JCRS provides “needs-based� scholarships for Dallas youth for undergraduate education, Jewish camp experiences and assistance for children with special needs.

JCRS also provides Hanukkah gifts for Jewish children and institutionalized adults.

JCRS annually serves 200 Jewish youth from the Dallas area and more than 1,500 youth in seven Mid-South states.

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Services for Children and Teens 5402 Arapaho Road, Dallas, TX 75248 972-437-9950 www.jfsdallas.org Yolanda Swope, LPC Coordinator, Services for Children and Teens JFS provides mental health services for children and teens, including crisis intervention, ageappropriate counseling and play therapy, and social skills groups to address depression, anxiety, trauma, bullying and behavioral issues.

JFS also provides assessment, diagnostic testing and psychiatric services when necessary.

Jewish Family Services of Greater Dallas Special Needs Resource Team 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 www.jfsdallas.org JFS provides a wide variety of services for children with special needs and their families, including assessment, diagnostic testing, school and family liaison, speech/language and occupational diagnosis and therapy, case management, including ARD consultation and support groups.

We work with the teachers, parents and other professionals coordinating service.

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Texas Jewish Historical Society P.O. Box 10193 Austin, TX 78766-0193 Phone: 512-789-5491 president@txjhs.org www.tjhs.org David Beer, President The purpose of the Society is to collect, preserve, publish and disseminate materials having reference to the settlement and history of Jews in Texas and their participation in its social, economic, religious, political, professional and cultural growth. We meet four times a year in dierent Texas communities. All are welcome to join us.

Texas Organizations Texas Jewish Bar Association, Inc. 3311 Richmond Avenue, Suite 305 Houston, TX 77098 Phone: 713-622-2111 Fax: 713-622-2119 www.tjba.org bcweren@cwerenlaw.com Brian P. Cweren, President

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2 VNA Hospice Care focuses on living life’s journey to its fullest and treating you with the dignity and respect you deserve. As a nonprofit, our bottom line is quality patient care. VNA develops a care plan uniquely designed to respect and reflect the Jewish culture, tradition, values and beliefs.

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Plano, TX 75023, Phone: 214-334-5252 ohrhadash.org rosie@ohrhadash.org Rosie Cohen, Founder Director A nonprofit dedicated to providing care and support to the sick, elderly and lonely through personal visits, telephone calls and as a resource for information, such as finding a doctor or filling a prescription.

Volunteers visit Jewish people in hospitals and other locations and provide relief for the caregiver. HIPAA regulations apply.

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Volunteer Services 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org JFS offers volunteer opportunities for children, adults and families.

Examples include delivering kosher meals to homebound individuals, creating cards, working the JFS food pantry, staffing the Job Search Resource Center, working at The Resale Shop and working the Tikvah community garden.

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etc. Help with Shabbat services and holiday celebrations.

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Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-369-3313 Fax: 214-369-8943 contact@jfgd.org www.jewishdallas.org Bradley Laye, President and CEO The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas is the central coordinating fundraising agency for the Dallas Jewish community.

It is the one place where philanthropy, volunteerism and shared commitment come together to make a difference in the community and the world.

For more information, visit www.jewishdallas. org.

The Legacy Willow Bend 6101 Ohio Drive Plano, TX 75024 Phone: 972-468-6191 www.thelegacywb.org Legacy Willow Bend provides independent living, assisted living, dementia care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing and long-term care.

Opportunities for volunteering are: Assisting with Bingo, Mahjong, word games, manicures, trivia, popcorn parties, socials, musical performances,

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Brit Milah Board of North Texas 6902 Creek Hollow Drive Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 214-923-8115 dallasmohel@aol.com http://dallasmohel.wix.com/dallasmohel Rabbi David S. Shawel, CertiďŹ ed Mohel This Jewish educational board was founded in 1984, when Rabbi Shawel moved to Dallas. The board promotes the observance of brit milah, ritual circumcision.

Through informative meetings, educational

brochures, and video showings concerning the brit ceremony, Jewish families of all denominations are provided with information about this ritual.

Center for Jewish Education (CJE) of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7131 Fax: 214-239-7171 mdenn@jfgd.org Meyer Denn, Executive Director CJE serves as the resource to facilitate and convene

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the Jewish community on issues pertaining to Jewish education.

CJE enriches existing programs and serves as a catalyst for new initiatives, supporting Jewish education as the critical link to ensure continuity and increased engagement of all Dallas Jewish community members.

Chabad of Fort Worth 5659 Woodway Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76133 Phone: 817-263-7701 rabbi@chabadfortworth.com www.chabadfortworth.com Rabbi & Mrs. Dov Mandel Jewish Learning Institute: Three courses of eightweek sessions are offered each year. To learn more about this program or register for a course, visit www.myjli.com.

One-on-one Torah study at your home or office: To set up a time, call 817-263-7701.

Chabad of Plano/Collin County 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Rabbi Menachem Block Rabbi Yehuda Horowitz Chabad of Plano/Collin County offers classes

throughout the week in Kabbalah and Chassidic philosophy, prayer, Talmud, the weekly Torah portion and Jewish law.

Three times a year Chabad offers the internationally acclaimed Jewish Learning Institute — adult education that is professional, creative and informative. Visit www.chabadplano. org/adulted.

Congregation Kol Ami 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org Geoff Dennis, Rabbi Bruce Cohen, President Judy Hurewitz, Office Administrator CKA is the Jewish heart of Denton County, with Kolamites coming from every background and every part of the country (and beyond).

CKA has an award-winning adult education program, dynamic religious school, and vibrant community life for Jews of every age.

Congregation Ohev Shalom 6821 McCallum Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-380-1292 rabbirodin@ohev.com

www.ohev.com Aryeh Rodin, Rabbi Ohev Shalom places a premium on adult education.

Classes include Talmud, Chumash, ethics, Jewish law, philosophy and building interpersonal relationships based on Torah ideals.

We dedicated a Beis Medresh where adults and youth come to learn in a group setting and oneon-one pairings.

Dallas Area Torah Association (DATA) 5840 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-987-3282 Fax: 214-987-1764 data@datanet.org www.datanet.org Rabbi Bentzi Epstein, Director Rabbi Yerachmiel Fried, Dean Rabbi Mayer Hurwitz, Assistant Dean DATA, a nonprofit, unaffiliated Jewish learning center, helps you to explore your Jewish heritage through engaging, thought-provoking learning experiences in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The rabbis and rebbetzins are dedicated to bringing the beauty, depth and joy of Jewish learning to Jewish men and women of all backgrounds.

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DATA of Plano 3251 Independence Pkwy.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 214-987-3282 Fax: 214-987-1764 nzakon@dataofplano.org yrobkin@gmail.com www.dataofplano.org Rabbi Nasanya Zakon, Rabbi Yogi Robkin, Directors DATA of Plano is both a warm and inviting Jewish community as well as a vibrant center for Jewish learning.

As a synagogue and community we offer weekly services as well as our traditional and learner’s Shabbat services. We also offer simultaneous Shabbat programming for children of all ages as well as a delicious Kiddush following services. Our learning center offers weekly classes on a range of topics for adults, children and teens. From Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah and Jewish law to Talmud for Beginners and personal development, you can surely find the class that’s right for you! We also offer niche programming such as our monthly challa bakes, marriage seminars, parenting workshops, scholar-in-residence Shabbatons, invigorating retreats for families, Israel trips and more!

Looking for a meaningful Jewish experience for your children? Check out our signature Sunday experience Sunday school, as well as our Frontier Girls and Quest Boys Jewish troops!

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Gesher Graduate Program c/o Aaron Family J of Dallas 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7128, 214-239-7149 Fax: 214-368-4709 rweisscrane@jccdallas.org http://www.jccdallas.org/main/jewish-learningisrael-engagement/ Rachelle Weiss Crane, Director These courses are designed for, but not limited to, graduates of the Melton two-year curriculum.

Some course offerings are Melton Scholars Curriculum developed at Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Others have been locally developed by rabbis and educators in Dallas. Subject matter includes: Bible, music, history, literature, philosophy, spirituality and more.

HaShomer/Yad B’Yad 6755 Ridgmar Blvd., No. 302 Fort Worth, TX 76116 Phone: 817-732-6735 mmcmil8308@aol.com Posy McMillen, Founder/President Educational organization for Jews and Christians.

Established for reconciliation between our two faith communities.

Local and national speakers address a Jewish topic. Meetings rotate between various churches, Congregation Ahavath Sholom and Beth-El Congregation.

Please call to be put on the email list or for meeting information.

Jewish Education Texas 18333 Preston Road, Suite 3450 Dallas TX 75252 Phone: 214-584-6164 office@jetexas.org www.jetexas.org Rabbi Shalom Rodin and Rabbi Tzvi Wachsman, Directors JET is an organization that provides current, innovative, and meaningful educational and social programming for the Young Jewish Family demographic. JET strives to foster a deepening appreciation of Jewish wisdom, values, and traditions by highlighting their relevance to everyday life.

Jewish Learning Center of Far North Dallas 7130 Campbell Road, Suite 204 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-724-1007 Fax: 214-987-1764 Shlomoabrams@gmail.com Rabbi Shlomo & Mrs. Hudy Abrams, Directors The center offers a variety of interactive learning, weekly classes and one-on-one learning for the growing Jewish community of Far North Dallas.

The beautiful center has a weekly Shabbat learner’s experience. Rabbi and Mrs. Abrams lead Israel trips each year.

Jewish Studies Initiative of North Texas Cell in USA: 214-789-7241 Cell in Israel: 055-883-1068 Office Phone in Israel: 02-993-2584 ravhanan@sbcglobal.net www.jewishstudiesinitiative.org Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger, Executive Director and Community Rabbinic Scholar

The Jewish Studies Initiative is dedicated to presenting the intellectual richness and spiritual depths of Judaism through monthly classes and special programs offered throughout the Greater Dallas area. Our perspective is passionate and traditional and at the same time pluralistic and nuanced.

Maayan Chai Foundation 6565 Dykes Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 973-978-7419 Fax: 972-960-6926 mcf.dallas@gmail.com www.maayan-chai.org Rabbi Dan Lewin, Director Maayan Chai is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to create the ideal environment for engaging and relevant Jewish learning experiences, programs and counseling services.

Weekly classes and ongoing programs for men and women of all Jewish backgrounds take place in the Dallas community, as well as online.

Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning c/o Aaron Family J of Dallas 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7128, 214-239-7149 Fax: 214-368-4709 www.jccdallas.org/main/the-melton-school/ rweisscrane@jccdallas.org Rachelle Weiss Crane, Director The Melton School is a course of study that seeks to inspire students to become Jewish learners, to build their knowledge and to challenge and define what Judaism means to them. It provides adults of all ages with a strong foundation in Jewish learning. Classes begin in September.

Nate and Ann Levine Endowed Lecture in Jewish Studies Department of Religious Studies Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX 75275-0202 Phone: 214-768-4478 Fax: 214-768-3910

www.smu.edu/religiousstudies Jill DeTemple, Department Chair detemple@smu.edu Serge Frolov, Nate and Ann Levine Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies sfrolov@smu.edu Endowed lectures on Jewish studies are free and open to the public and are sponsored by the Department of Religious Studies at SMU. There is one Levine lecture per semester, and all lecturers are nationally and internationally recognized experts on Jewish studies.

Tiferet Israel Congregation 10909 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611, Fax: 214-361-0011 www.tiferetdallas.org Tiferet Israel offers a wide array of adult education classes. Shabbat mornings at 8:30 a.m. an indepth look at Parsha is offered.

Periodically, Rabbi Zell offers Thursday night classes to explore Jewish life and teachings.

Zohar, Rashi and Talmud classes are also available.

Please call for information.

The Tycher Library Center for Jewish Education of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7900 Northaven Road 2nd Floor in the Mankoff Center for Jewish Learning

Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7133 Fax: 214-239-7171 nstenzler@jfgd.org www.tycherlibrary.org Nina Stenzler, Library Director The Tycher Library has been serving the information and reading needs of the Dallas Jewish community for decades.

The all-Judaic collection includes: literature; religion; history; fiction; children/teen fiction and nonfiction; a reference section and DVD collection; and subscriptions to a variety of newspapers, journals and magazines.

Day Schools and High Schools Akiba Academy of Dallas (co-ed infant-eighth grade) (Modern Orthodox) 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-295-3400 Fax: 214-295-3405 abonner@akibaacademy.org www.akibaacademy.org Mrs. Tammie Rapps, Head of School

Jordana Bernstein, Director Early Childhood Education Andi Bonner, Admissions Akiba combines a nurturing environment with the highest quality general and Judaic studies for Jewish children of all levels of observance. Akiba offers athletics, fine arts and extracurricular activities. Akiba is accredited by AdvancED; the Early Childhood program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Ann & Nate Levine Academy (Conservative) 18011 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-3032 Fax: 972-248-0695 info@levineacademy.org www.levineacademy.org Tom Elieff, Head of School Levine offers research-based curricula, stateof-the-art technology and science labs.

Students develop study skills in language arts, math, and in the learning of Torah and Jewish tradition. We offer dynamic visual arts, music, varsity athletics and PE programs.

Teaching is tailored to each child’s needs and strengths, fostering self-confidence, promoting success.

Is Your Child ENGAGED? CHALLENGED? CONNECTED? At Fort Worth Country Day, we work hard to make sure the answer is “yes.” Teachers with small classes and counselors and learning specialists in all three divisions ensure that we know our students and address their needs.

Visit fwcd.org and click on Admission to learn about our 2016-17 admission events in the fall, winter and spring or call 817.302.3209 to arrange a personal tour of campus.

4200 Country Day Lane • For t Wor th, TX 76109 • 817.302.3209 • fwcd.org • visitfwcd.com

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Mesorah High School for Girls (Orthodox) 12712 Park Central Drive, Suite B-190 Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-420-1990 Fax: 214-420-1993 azkosowsky@mesorahhighschool.org srich@mesorahhighschool.org www.mesorahhighschool.org Rabbi Avraham Zev Kosowsky, Headmaster Mesorah is the largest Jewish girls’ high school in the Southwest. Our mission is to cultivate a Torah-centered community of responsibility and friendship, and through a framework of academic excellence, instill in each student a love of learning and a deep understanding of her unique role as a Jewish woman.

Texas Torah Institute (Orthodox) 6506 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-250-4888 Fax: 972-250-4889 info@texastorah.org Rabbi Eliyahu Kaufman, Rabbi Shlomo Pacht, Rabbi Daniel Ringelheim, Roshei Hayeshiva

A yeshiva high school and Beis Medrash program for boys. TTI oers a comprehensive Judaic curriculum, including advanced Talmudic analysis, and a rigorous college preparatory curriculum including SAT prep and dual-credit courses. TTI imbues a sense of communal responsibility in its students and empowers them to succeed in life.

Torah Day School of Dallas (Orthodox) 6921 Frankford Road, Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-964-0090 Fax: 972-964-0091 yudman@tdsd.org chanaruderman@tdsd.org zmeisels@tdsd.org nkatz@tdsd.org cfeigenbaum@tdsd.org www.tdsd.org Rabbi Yerachmiel Udman, M.Ed., Headmaster Dr. Chana Ruderman, Academic Dean Rabbi Zev Meisels, Judaic Studies Director Boys Grades 2-8 Mrs. Nechama Katz, Judaic Studies Coordinator Girls Grades 3-8 Mrs. Chaya Feigenbaum, Judaic Studies Coordinator K-2 Girls TDSD, the largest Jewish Day School in Dallas, serves children of all backgrounds, preschool through grade eight, gives a solid foundation

with a unique blend of exceptional general and Judaic studies.

We emphasize moral and ethical behavior, encouraging individual achievement and respect for individual dierences.

Yavneh Academy of Dallas (Modern Orthodox) 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-295-3500 Fax: 214-295-3505 info@yavnehdallas.org www.yavnehdallas.org Dr. David Portnoy, Head of School Rabbi Maury Grebenau, Principal Rabbi Meir Tannenbaum, Principal Allyn Schmucker, College and Guidance Counselor David Zimmerman – Director of Athletics and Co-Curricular Activities Talia Kushnick - Director of Admissions Yavneh Academy, Dallas’ only coeducational Jewish high school, oers excellence in collegepreparatory Judaic and General studies.

Open to academically qualiďŹ ed Jewish students, Yavneh oers a rich array of AP courses, athletics, arts, mock trial, journalism and student activities that enrich Jewish identity and leadership.

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Early Childhood Akiba Academy of Dallas 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-295-3400 Fax: 214-295-3405 www.akibaacademy.org Mrs. Tammie Rapps, Head of School Jordana Bernstein, Director of Early Childhood Education Akibaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s early childhood program (co-ed infant care for children from 3 months-Pre-K) engages the child cognitively, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually through a creative hands-on approach to learning and Jewish life.

Akibaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique environment takes the program from ordinary to extraordinary forging a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

Ann & Nate Levine Academy Early Childhood Center 18011 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-3032 Fax: 972-248-0695 info@levineacademy.org www.levineacademy.org Sheryl Feinberg, Early Childhood

Center Director Children learn according to cognitive, physical, linguistic and social/emotional growth stages.

The underlying principle of our educational philosophy is being aware of each childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s developmental readiness. Our nurturing faculty teach and challenge children according to their unique developmental path. Our state-of-the-art center is open to children 3 months through prekindergarten.

Congregation Anshai Torah Preschool 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 ecdirector@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Rachel Nicholas, Early Childhood Director Congregation Anshai Torah Preschool provides a creative environment that fosters selfconďŹ dence and Jewish identity. Experienced, caring teachers oďŹ&#x20AC;er personalized attention.

CAT preschool infuses play with rich learning experiences building social skills and academic readiness through a Jewish lens.

3 months to 5 years with Extended Day options available.

Gan Gani 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 www.ganiplano.com connect@chabadplano.org Rivkie Block, Director Gan Gani is a Jewish preschool located at Chabad of Plano. It is a warm and intimate place for a young childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst school experience.

The preschool serves the needs of children 18 months through 4 years old at the start of school.

Visit us at ganiplano.com for more information about our school.

Gan Menachem Chabad of Dallas 6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-381-1101 www.ganmenachemdallas.com Rivka Goldschmidt, Director 214-207-9060 shikoon@aol.com Gan Menachem is a place where young Jewish children receive an exciting, creative and nurturing experience that will provide them with the foundation to grow educationally, socially and emotionally. Your child will receive a well-rounded, enriching education, ďŹ lled with Jewish traditions and customs intertwined with a wide array of academic subjects, personal development, values, socialization and learning skills. See camp listings for day camp.

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7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7193 Fax: 214-239-7171 aeisenberg@jfgd.org www.pjlibrary.org PJ Library provides Jewish-themed books and CDs to Dallas area children (6 months-8 years) being raised in the Jewish tradition. Made possible by the Center for Jewish Education of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas through a generous grant from the MankoďŹ&#x20AC; Family Foundation, PJ Library holds child-focused events monthly.

Lil Goldman Early Learning Center 4050 S. Hulen Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-737-9898 Fax: 817-420-9506 info@lilgoldmanschool.org www.lilgoldmanschool.org Esther Wolf, Director Fostering academic excellence, love of learning, the transmission of Jewish values and the

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aďŹ&#x192;rmation of each individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth through developmentally appropriate play. Full- and half-day preschool classes for infants-pre kindergarten children.

Accredited by AdvancED.

Sherry & Ken Goldberg Family Early Childhood Center Aaron Family Jewish Community Center 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7117 Fax: 214-368-4709 tohayon@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Tara Ohayon, Director of Early Childhood Education The Sherry and Ken Goldberg Family Early Childhood Center oďŹ&#x20AC;ers the highest quality learning environment for young children age 12 months through pre-K, focusing on encouraging development of the whole child by providing a full range of learning opportunities.

Our newly renovated building provides incredible learning environments, both indoor and outdoor, for early education.

Our brand new naturescape, featuring The Rubin Family Playground and The Seymour Family Woods, is one of the most unique playgrounds in the country.

The GFECC partners with each family to provide high-quality educational programs in a nurturing environment. Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Out and Mommy & Me classes; low teacher-child ratios; staďŹ&#x20AC; specialists in movement, music, science and art; weekly swim lessons for 3- and 4-yearolds; specially designed Jewish Values Program; Love and Logic parenting classes; and extensive enrichment classes. Accredited by the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC) continually since 1990.

Temple Emanu-El Early Childhood Education Center 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0020 Fax: 214-706-0025 ssender@tedallas.org Shelly Sender, Director Our dynamic, developmentally appropriate program is Reggio-inspired and childcentered. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intellectual development is encouraged through the exploration of clay, construction, gardening, music, literacy, dramatic play, culinary arts and kinesthetic movement. A community Cradle Roll meets on Friday mornings, and Tot Shabbat services are held monthly.Í&#x201C;NAEYC accredited.

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beckyudman@tdsd.org Yerachmiel Udman, M.Ed., Headmaster Becky Udman, Preschool Director With a strong emphasis on educating the “whole child,” lessons in science, math and language are integrated with Judaic topics in a multisensory way allowing the children to “experience” what they are learning! TDSD’s preschool has a strong emphasis on character development while focusing on all levels of child development.

Dallas Holocaust Museum/ Center for Education and Tolerance 211 N. Record St., Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75202-3361 Phone: 214-741-7500 Fax: 214-747-2270 www.dallasholocaustmuseum.org Mary Pat Higgins, President and CEO The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance is dedicated to preserving the memory of the Holocaust, and to teaching the moral and ethical response to prejudice, hatred and indifference, for the benefit of all humanity.

Holocaust The Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies at UT Dallas 800 W. Campbell Road Richardson, TX 75080-3021 Phone: 972-883-2100 Fax: 972-883-2101 holocauststudies@utdallas.edu www.utdallas.edu/ah/ackerman/ Dr. Nils Roemer, Director

Religious Schools Adat Chaverim Religious School (Reform) 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-491-3019 directorofeducation@adatchaverim.org www.adatchaverim.org

The Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies serves the students of UT Dallas and the members of the larger community and region by teaching the history of the Holocaust and its legacy.

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Valerie Hoffman Klein, Director of Education Benjamin D. Sternman, Rabbi Adat Chaverim Religious School’s Priority Goal is to start learners on a lifelong journey of active engagement with the Jewish community guided by the study of Torah, God and Tikkun Olam. We have an outstanding and engaging program for children age 2 through 12th grade that teaches basic Jewish concepts like holidays, mitzvot, Hebrew and lifecycle events, and helps children grapple with more complex Jewish concepts such as God, Tanach, community and Israel relations. PK–2nd grade and 8th-12th meet on Sundays, and 3rd–7th meet Sundays and Wednesdays.

The Altman Family Religious School at Nishmat Am (Conservative) 2113 W. Spring Creek Parkway Plano, TX 75023-4521 Phone: 972-618-2200 Fax: 972-618-2216 info@nishmatam.org www.nishmatam.org Sherrie Stohl, Head Teacher Offering quality Jewish Education, PreK – High School, Bnei Mitzvah training. Students discover the beauty and joy of our Jewish heritage through our enriched curriculum with an emphasis on music and theatre arts. Tuition is free to members of Nishmat Am. There is a one-time material fee of $125.00 per student.

Chabad of Arlington & The Mid-Cities Hebrew School of the Arts (Orthodox) 1861 Brown Blvd., No. 213 Arlington, TX 76006 Phone: 817-451-1171 rishi@arlingtonchabad.org www.arlingtonchabad.org Mrs. Rishi Gurevitch, Director Hebrew School of the Arts is an exciting and innovative educational program for both elementary age and preschoolers. Our Hebrew School has a particular focus on educating children through art, song and drama, enabling children to experience the ideas and ideals which are taught in a relevant and artistic manner.

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Chabad of Frisco/Hebrew School (Orthodox) P.O. Box 2772 Frisco, TX 75034 mushkie@chabadfrisco.org www.chabadfrisco.org Mrs. Mushkie Kesselman, Director The Frisco Hebrew School is on Wednesdays from 4 – 5:30 p.m. For children in grades K – 6.

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Chabad of Plano’s Hebrew School (Orthodox) 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org/HebrewSchool Mrs. Esther Horowitz, Director Chabad Hebrew School meets Sundays, 9 a.m.–noon at Chabad of Plano and features a challenging, fun and innovative curriculum (K– 7). Qualified educators help Judaism come alive, through active learning and hands-on activities.

Special events include holiday celebrations and parent-child learning days. CTeen Jr. is offered for teens 7th-9th.

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

Congregation Anshai Torah Religious School (Conservative) 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 www.anshaitorah.org DirectorOfEducation@anshaitorah.org Jason Cathcart, Director of Education The goal of Congregation Anshai Torah’s Religious School is to foster pride in Judaism, to provide the tools necessary for each child to explore his or her relationship with God and to help each child understand the role of God, prayer, and Torah in the life of a Jew. As a Conservative synagogue, we have the added responsibility to foster a love of God and an appreciation for Judaism, its values and practices, and to impart knowledge and understanding of mitzvot according to the philosophy of the Conservative movement.

From kindergarten through 12th grade, we provide a program that is challenging, exciting and motivating for our students, who are becoming comfortable with Hebrew, Jewish history, Bible, rituals, tefillot and mitzvot.

Congregation Beth Torah Congregational Learning Center (Conservative) 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 educationdirector@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org Beri Schwitzer, Director of Congregational Learning Imagine a school where your child will be excited to learn Hebrew skills, to gain a deep understanding of Conservative Judaism, and to develop a connection to prayer, spirituality and the Jewish people. Our school allows each child to reach their potential and caters to their individual learning styles and skillsets with 20 minutes of private tutoring in Hebrew each week.

Beth Torah’s Congregational Learning Center offers quality Jewish education for Pre-K-12.

Congregation Kol Ami (Reform) 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org Rabbi Geoffrey Dennis Peta Silansky, Director Judy Hurewitz, Office Administrator Our dynamic and engaging Judaica and Hebrew classes (Pre-K–Grade 11) meet Sunday mornings, including prep for B’nai Mitzvah (Grades 3–7); curriculum partnered with the Institute of Southern Jewish Life (ISJL). Optional Wednesday classes available for pre-B’nai Mitzvah students (6th-7th grade). Adult education religious school meets every Sunday from 11-11:45 a.m.

Congregation Shearith Israel Weitzman Family Religious School (Conservative) 9401 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-939-7348 Sarah Lipinsky slipinsky@shearith.org The Shearith Israel Weitzman Family Religious School Program seeks to engage students in meaningful Judaic learning that will touch their minds, hearts and souls.

Our students make Jewish thought and Jewish practice part of their daily living, and the heritage of the Jewish people the foundation upon which they stand.

Shir Tikvah Family Education Program (Reform) Mailing Address: 8992 Preston Rd. #110-259

Frisco, TX 75034 Phone: (469)269-0718 ShirTikvah@ShirTikvahFrisco.org www.ShirTikvahFrisco.org Heidi Coretz, Rabbi Marian Neleson, President Our religious education program for families with children ages 2 and up engages the whole family in fun and experiential learning activities that teach about our Jewish heritage, our traditions, and strengthen our sense of Jewish identity. We follow a custom designed curriculum focused on a new theme each year.

Our programs range from kindergarten through 12th grade and allow students to learn and live out Jewish values while building relationships through student-centered learning, social events, overnights and weekend retreats, prayer, music, social justice, volunteering and other community experiences. We work with students to find their Jewish voices and motivate them to use their voices in daily living and making the world a better place. Temple is a place where students take ownership of their learning and Jewish identity.

Temple Shalom Religious School

Temple Emanu-El Department of Youth Learning and Engagement (Reform) 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0021 Fax: 214-706-0025 aross@tedallas.org Rabbi Amy Ross, Director of Learning and Innovation The Department of Youth Learning + Engagement offers rich and diverse experiences for students and families to engage with Judaism.

(Reform) 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1362 Fax: 972-661-1976 aboxman@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Rabbi Ariel Boxman Temple Shalom includes Religious and Hebrew School as part of membership. (Registration fee required.) We provide an engaging learning experience for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Our “NextDor” (8-12) program engages teens in a variety of learning opportunities.

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Referral and Support Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Services for Older Adults 5402 Arapaho Road, Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 www.jfsdallas.org Debi Weiner, LCSW Director, Services for Older Adults Services to help older adults remain independent, in their homes, including: in-home assessment, independent living planning, in-home counseling, kosher meal delivery, transportation, Lifeline emergency response, assistance to Holocaust survivors, guardianship and chaplaincy. Groups include chronic pain support, caregivers and bereavement.

Visit our website to learn more, www.jfsdallas.org.

Senior Living The Legacy Willow Bend 6101 Ohio Drive, Plano, TX 75024 Phone: 972-468-6200, Fax: 214-291-9880 dhanks@thelegacywb.org, www.thelegacywb.org Marilyn Israel, Executive Director Legacy Willow Bend, Plano’s only Jewishsponsored life care retirement community, sits on 28 acres in West Plano, and offers resort-style services and amenities for senior adults.

Lifestyle options include independent living, assisted living, dementia care, nursing and shortterm rehabilitation.

Direct admissions welcomed in assisted living, dementia care and short-term rehabilitation.

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4049 Kingsridge Road, Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-569-0898 Fax: 817-569-0895 hedyjfs@gmail.com Hedy Collins, CSA, Senior Program Director The Jewish Family Services Senior Program is a daily program for Jewish Seniors in Fort Worth and Tarrant County.

Senior Adult Department

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at the J Jewish Community Center, Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road, Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7115, 214-239-7149, 214-239-7183 Fax: 214-368-4709 kteicher@jccdallas.org mdowney@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Katherine Teicher, Senior Adult Director Maria Downey, Adult Program Outreach Coordinator The J is a “second home” for over 800 senior adults ages 65+.

Join the J to gain instant family and have access to numerous social and wellness activities including kosher lunch, “Silver Sneakers” exercise classes, choir, games, line dance, art, guest speakers, day trips and exciting travel.

Sylvia Gray Chaverim Congregation Beth Shalom 1212 Thannisch Drive, Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 817-860-5448, Fax: 817-276-9073 info@bethshalom.org, www.bethshalom.org Jay Feinberg, President This is a senior program for Jewish adults ages 50 years or older who meet quarterly for an activity

such as a dinner and movie, concert or play.

A grant from the Jewish Federation of Fort Worth and Tarrant County generously supports the Sylvia Gray Chaverim.

Sylvia Wolens Jewish Daytimers

Day Camps Akiba Summer Camps — Fun for the Jewish Soul Camp Kulanu

c/o Beth-El Congregation 4900 Briarhaven Road, Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141; program reservations, 817-927-2736, 520-990-3155, or www.bethelfw.org/donations Fax: 817-332-7157 daytimerswFW@aol.com Larry Steckler, Coordinator A group for active seniors, meeting at least monthly for luncheons, social events, entertainment, lectures, and trips.

The Sylvia Wolens “Daytimers” is a program of BethEl Congregation with financial support from the Jewish Federation of Fort Worth and Tarrant County.

(16 months-K) 12324 Merit Drive, Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 214-295-3400 Fax: 214-295-3405 abonner@akibaacademy.org www.akibaacademy.org Kulanu campers spend six weeks engaged in creative play, art, music, water fun and special programs.

Camp activities highlight Jewish life, hands-on learning and life skills.

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Phone: 972-248-3032 dshidlofsky@levineacademy.org www.levineacademy.org Dana Shidlofsky, Director Levine Academy Summer Camps oďŹ&#x20AC;er fun-ďŹ lled learning opportunities for children entering Infant Care through Kindergarten.

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Give your child an unforgettable camp experience! Themes vary weekly. Early care and aftercare available from 7:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Break Camps at the J (Jewish Community Center) Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road, Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7189 acook@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Abbii Cook, Youth Director The J is the place to be for kids and teens. OďŹ&#x20AC; from school? Come to the J for a day of sports, swimming and awesome trips. The J also provides teens with fun monthly programs as well as enrichment classes for K-6th graders.

Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-737-9898 Fax: 817-420-9506 info@lilgoldmanschool.org www.lilgoldmanschool.org Esther Wolf, Director At Camp Shalom, we strive to provide a safe, meaningful and fun summer. Camp days are full with sports, swimming, games, art and ďŹ eld trips while sharing fun-ďŹ lled Jewish experiences with friends.

Camp Gan Israel 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@cgiplano.org, www.cgiplano.org Mrs. Tia Sukenik, Camp Director Rabbi Yehuda and Esther Horowitz, Camp Coordinators Camp Gan Israel oďŹ&#x20AC;ers campers ages 3-12 a sixweek camping experience infused with Jewish tradition. Caring and qualiďŹ ed staďŹ&#x20AC;, weekly trips, exciting activities, special events and instruction in the arts, science and athletics help create â&#x20AC;&#x153;memories of a lifetimeâ&#x20AC;? for over 220 campers.

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& The Mid-Cities 1861 Brown Blvd., No. 213, Arlington, TX 76006 Phone: 817-451-1171 camp@arlingtonchabad.org www.cgimidcities.com Mrs. Rishi Gurevitch, Director CGI Arlington aims to provide Jewish children from the Arlington area with a summer experience that is second to none. We oďŹ&#x20AC;er a wide range of sports and creative arts programming along with an emphasis on Jewish values and pride.

Camp Kesher (2 years â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7th grade) 9 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m. (early care and late stay options) 6921 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-964-0090 Fax: 972-964-0091 www.tdsd.org beckyudman@tdsd.org Becky Udman, Camp Administrator Drama, sports, baking, science, in trip entertainers, oďŹ&#x20AC; campus trips, swimming and more all in an enriching Jewish setting. Camp Kesher places a strong emphasis on social skills and interpersonal relationships in all aspects of the camp day. Our caring staďŹ&#x20AC; takes a personal interest in each camper.

Camp Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ton Summer Camp Temple Emanu-El 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0020 Fax: 214-706-0025 ssender@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org/learning/early-childhoodeducation-center Shelly Sender, Director Amanda Cobbel, Maricela Garcia and Alisa Sureck, Co-coordinators Camp Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ton is a Jewish summer adventure ďŹ lled with discovery and exploration for children 3 months through age 6. Our eight-week program is presented in four two-week sessions.

Children make lifelong memories as they experience science, camping, sports, construction, water play, music, art, cooking, gardening, farming and more.

Camp Ruach Camp Anshai Torah 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 7509 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 ecdirector@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Rachel Nicholas, Early Childhood Director Children begin a lifetime of memories through amazing summer experiences. Our experienced staďŹ&#x20AC; and specialists stimulate curiosity and

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engage young minds in exploring art, music, science, dramatics, sports, computers and water play. We offer a wide variety of options for toddlers-5 years old with extended day options available.

Summer Camps at the J (Jewish Community Center) Aaron Family JCC 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7110 Fax: 214-368-4709

lseymour@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Laura Seymour, Director of Camping Services The J has been offering summer camps to children for over 125 years. We offer an amazing variety of camps for children ages 2-14 including: Camp Simchah (ages 2–4), Camp Chai (grades K–6), Gymnastics (grades 1–8), a sports camp (grades 2–7), Starquest Theater Camp (grades 3-8), Teen Travel Camp (grades 7–9) and Tennis (grades 1–8). In addition, the J is a great place for teens to become counselors — start working at the J

at age 15.

Catch the camp spirit at the J, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Sleep Away Camps Camp Interlaken JCC 7050 Old Highway 70 Eagle River, WI 54521 Phone: 414-967-8240 Fax: 414-964-0922 info@campinterlaken.org www.campinterlaken.org Toni Davison Levenberg, Director Located on 106 magnificent acres, this residential camp for Jewish children features complete waterfront activities, creative arts, athletics and nature exploration.

Our balanced program gives each camper the opportunity to develop his or her own skills, build self esteem, and learn Jewish values within a safe, fun and nurturing environment.

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2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 Phone: 314-442-3151 Fax: 314-432-5825 terri@campsabra.com www.campsabra.com Terri Grossman, Director Camp Sabra is among the premier Jewish residential camps in the U.S. Located on 3.5 miles of private shoreline on the Lake of the Ozarks, Sabra has all the elements of a great summer — water and land-based activities, ziplines and ropes courses.

But our true strength is building strong Jewish identities and lifelong friendships. Find out more about the Camp Sabra family at campsabra. com.

Camp Young Judaea – Texas 5410 Bellaire Blvd., Suite 207 Bellaire, TX 77401 Phone: 713-723-8354 Fax: 713-728-5061 www.cyjtexas.org Frank Silberlicht, Director A co-ed Jewish Camp for grades 2-9 located in the Texas Hill Country. CYJ-Texas has tons of fun and offers everything from water slides to soccer, hiking to hanging out, ropes courses to basketball and tennis and, of course, arts and crafts — there is simply something for everyone here at CYJ. All this while growing one’s Jewish identity and creating a love for Israel in a Jewishfilled place only four hours from Dallas.

CYJ is Kosher and celebrates Shabbat.

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1192 Smith Lane Bruceville, TX 76630 Phone: 254-859-5411 Fax: 254-859-5225 gfc@urj.org www.greene.urjcamps.org Loui Dobin, Executive Director Stefani Rozen, Camp Director At Greene Family Camp, we strive to create a vibrant, fun, and caring community, which enriches Jewish identity, and builds lasting relationships for children, teens and young adults all over Texas and Oklahoma through summer camp and programs all year round. For more information, check out www.greene.org.

Youth Groups Adat Chaverim-CFTY Chapter Grades 9 - 12 Adat Chaverim 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Michelle Baier, Youth Director youthdirector@adatchaverim.org Our CFTY chapter sponsors many programs including worship, social action and fun youth

engagement.

We are open to all Jewish teens regardless of congregational membership. CFTY participates in NFTY-TOR, the North American Federation of Temple Youth-Texas/Oklahoma Region.

Ahavath Sholom Youth – FWUSY and Kadima (Conservative) 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Karen Silverberg, Advisor Activities provide opportunities for kids to socialize and interact with their friends in a Jewish environment.

Peer leadership is stressed, preparing these young people to become the future leaders of the Jewish community.

ARFTY-Congregation Beth Shalom 1212 Thannisch Drive, Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 214-906-9063, Fax: 817-276-9073 r.a.posner@sbcglobal.net, www.bethshalom.org Richard Posner, adviser

ARFTY, an affiliate of the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) and Congregation Beth Shalom in Arlington, is a Reform Jewish youth group for teens in high school.

ARFTY offers teens a chance to experience the values of Judaism through social action, educational, religious, cultural and social events.

BBYO- North TexasOklahoma Region 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-363-4654 Sherrie Stalarow, Senior Regional Director sstalarow@bbyo.org For over 90 years, BBYO has been the largest, youth-led organization helping Jewish teens worldwide to develop their leadership potential, a positive Jewish identity and a commitment to community involvement and global causes.

North Texas-Oklahoma Region BBYO serves over 1,000 members in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and Tulsa, Okla. BBYO (pluralistic) is not connected to any one Jewish movement or affiliated with any synagogue.

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Congregation Beth Torah Youth/Rashi USY 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 usy@congregationbethtorah.org kadima@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org/groups/ youth.htm Our award-winning USY (chapter of the year multiple times), the high-school affiliate of The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, brings Jewish teens and exciting programs to our synagogue and transforms Jewish leaders for the next generation.

Kadima is our dynamic CBT youth group for sixth- to eighth-graders. Gareen is our vibrant program for 3rd-5th grade students.

Orthodox, Religious Zionist youth movement that promotes a love for the State of Israel and a lifestyle of Torah v’avodah (work and Torah) by offering a variety of teen-run fun, educational, and engaging programs and activities.

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Boy Scout Troop 620 Congregation Toras Chaim of Dallas 7103 Mumford Court Dallas, TX 75252 troop620dallas.com James Harper, Scoutmaster James_harper2003@yahoo.com Troop 620 is an energetic, inclusive, Kosher, Shomer Shabbat, troop which brings the tents of Torah to Dallas Jewish boys.

Bnei Akiva Dallas

Chabad of Plano’s Bat Mitzvah Club

6131 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-708-1345, 972-800-3886 bakivadallas@gmail.com Rosie Bernstein and Megan Lacritz, Mazkirot, Co-Heads of Bnei Akiva Dallas Oriya Hacker and Renana Schpitzer, Banot Sherut Bnei Akiva Dallas is a budding Modern

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

way, while preparing them for their entry into adulthood and beyond.

Chabad of Plano’s Youth Programming 3904 W. Park Blvd, Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 yhorowitz@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Rabbi Yehuda Horowitz Got Shabbat is a monthly Friday night program that is geared toward children ages 2-9. Rabbi Horowitz interacts with the audience through his puppetry, songs and storytelling, and leads them in prayers. A new puppet show every time! After the service, a delicious oneg is served.

No RSVP, no charge. Visit www.chabadplano. org for dates and times.

Congregation Shaare Tefilla 6131 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-661-0127 Fax: 972-661-0150 shaaretefilla@gmail.com www.shaaretefilla.org

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Rabbi Ariel Rackovsky Stuart Wernick, President Sherry Fleming, Administrator Shaare Tefilla is a vibrant Orthodox congregation that challenges our membership to engage the modern world and society around us through the prism of Torah and tradition. In addition to services, we offer a full range of adult education, youth programming and special events.

Shaare Tefilla welcomes Jews of varying backgrounds and observance levels and takes pride in making sure that all who walk through our doors feel a sense of belonging.

Guests are always welcome; our hospitality rotation ensures that there is always a spot for them at a Shabbat table.

projects and the annual International CTeen Shabbaton in NYC. Led by Rabbi and Esther Horowitz.

Visit chabadplano.org for dates and times of our programs and dates.

CTeen

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Chabad of Plano/Collin County 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 yhorowitz@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Rabbi Yehuda Horowitz, CTeen Director CTeen is the Chabad program for teens and is open to all high school-age teens in our community. We get together for Friday night dinners, holiday events, community service

Aaron Family J of Dallas 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 lseymour@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Laura Seymour There’s something for every age and every interest at the J: Dance, gymnastics, swim lessons, basketball, soccer, tennis, theater, art, athletic performance, Spanish, music lessons and more. Check out our website for a complete listing. While you’re there, check out our fantastic selection of birthday parties.

Dallas Yachad DallasYachad@ou.org www.njcd.org YACHAD is dedicated to inclusion, ensuring the participation of individuals with special needs in the full spectrum of Jewish life. YACHAD members participate in activities each month.

We strive to ensure that no one feels left out of social events and programs.

FWFTY – Fort Worth Federation of Temple Youth 4900 Briarhaven Road, Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141 adviser@fwfty.org, www.fwfty.org Lance Friedensohn, Adviser FWFTY, an affiliate of the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) and Beth-El Congregation in southwest Fort Worth, is a Reform Jewish youth group for teens in high school.

FWFTY offers teens a chance to experience the values of Judaism through social action, educational, religious, cultural and social events.

Jewish Student Union Rabbi Israel Lashak, Director ilashak@gmail.com Rabbi Yaakov Rosenblatt, Administrator yrosenblatt@gmail.com Rabbi Michel Lomner, Program Coordinator michellomner@gmail.com Jewish Student Union is a student-led network of clubs in public high schools that focus on Jewish culture, history and identity. Clubs meet once every two weeks.

Hang out and enjoy pizza and donuts. For more information please contact Yaakov Rosenblatt at yrosenblatt@gmail.com or Rabbi Michel Lomner at michellomner@gmail.com.

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in 6thâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8th grades; multi-aged and age-speciďŹ c activities are planned to create connections and build Jewish friendships.

JYG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Adat Chaverim Junior Youth Group Grades 6-8 Adat Chaverim 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-491-3019 www.adatchaverim.org terri.soussan@cbdfw.com Terri Soussan, Adviser Adat Chaverimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s junior youth group, for children

KAJY -Kol Ami Junior Youth Grades 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 oďŹ&#x192;ce@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org

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Rabbi GeoďŹ&#x20AC;rey Dennis Amy Wallace, Youth Director Judy Hurewitz, OďŹ&#x192;ce Administrator KAJY meets during the school year for social, spiritual and community activities.

Some activities encourage parental participation. Members also engage with the rabbi during some activities. Adults are present at all events to provide guidance, support and transportation.

Moving Traditionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rosh Hodesh: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Girl Thing! & Shevet Achim: The Brotherhood 261 Old York Road, Suite 734 Jenkintown, PA 19046 Phone: 215-887-4511 Fax: 215-887-4510 www.movingtraditions.org Sarah Fox, Program Manager sfox@movingtraditions.org We believe that when Judaism promotes selfdiscovery, challenges traditional gender roles, and celebrates a diversity of voices, it has the power to move our teens, our communities, and Judaism forward.

Through Moving Traditionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; programs, we create experiences that inspire Jewish teens to openly explore fundamental questions of identity and society.

National Conference of Synagogue Youth (NCSY) 6757 Arapaho Road, Suite 761 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-934-9143 Fax: 469-519-4832 ilashak@gmail.com yrosenblatt@gmail.com michellomner@gmail.com www.southwestncsy.org Rabbi Israel Lashak, Director Rabbi Yaakov Rosenblatt, Administrator Rabbi Michel Lomner, Program Coordinator NCSY, the National Conference of Synagogue Youth, is at the forefront of providing students with an informal but structured setting to experience the beauty of their rich Jewish traditions.

The teen lounge is a favorite of teens of all backgrounds.

NETTY-Northeast Tarrant Temple Youth

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Congregation Beth Israel 6100 Pleasant Run Road Colleyville, TX 76034 Phone: 732-856-0163 NETTYAdvisor@congregationbethisrael.org http://www.congregationbethisrael.org/ community/youth/ Ken Heymann, Adviser Susan Heymann, Adviser Rachel Gunnels, Adviser

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NETTY, an affiliate of the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) and Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, is a Reform Jewish youth group for teens in high school. NETTY offers teens a chance to experience the values of Judaism through social action, educational, religious, cultural and social events.

NoTTY (North TX Temple Youth) Grades 9–12 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org Rabbi Geoffrey Dennis Amy Wallace, Youth Director Judy Hurewitz, Office Administrator NoTTY activities include Jewish education, mitzvah projects, and social events. Events occur once a month within CKA, or with other youth groups in the area. There are also regional events throughout Texas and Oklahoma. A youth group adviser is present at all events to provide guidance, support and transportation.

Temple Emanu-El Department of Youth Learning and Engagement 8500 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0021 Fax: 214-706-0025 aross@tedallas.org Rabbi Amy Ross, Director of Learning and Innovation See full listing on p. 32

Temple Shalom Youth Activities 6930 Alpha Road, Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1362 Fax: 972-661-2636 aboxman@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Rabbi Ariel Boxman, Director of Lifelong Learning Temple Shalom is dedicated to its youth.

Programs are geared towards all grades and a wide variety of interests.

Youth activities are devoted to providing a safe Jewish environment where youth can have a positive Jewish experience.

Programs include social, educational and community service.

Tiferet Israel Congregation Youth Programs 10909 Hillcrest Road

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Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611, ext. 0 Fax: 214-361-0011 jennifer@israel.org www.tiferetdallas.org Tiferet Israel Youth holds monthly special programs including a Shabbat Celebration to entertain and educate. Tiferet’s Teen Program for middle and high school students features programming around DFW and educational study with Rabbi Sabo. Non-members welcome.

Cultural Arts Department Alise Robinson, Manager of The J Performing Arts Space Cultural Programs at the J include the Annual International Jewish Film Festival, FamiliArts field trips, art exhibitions, J Performing Arts Space class year round, Spring Youth Musicals, group tours, ballroom dance lessons and a variety of other special events.

House of Shmooze 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-927-2736 HouseOfShmooze@aol.com Larry Steckler On announced, selected occasions (normally a Saturday evening immediately following Havdallah services), an evening of entertainment at Congregation Ahavath Sholom. So far we have presented the Senior Gold Tone Choir, A Disco Party, and a terrific singing guitarist. Future plans include video entertainment, a western dinner and show.

House of Shmooze started its new season in August.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; performance begins at 7 p.m.

There is a $5 contribution at the door.

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Adult Aaron Family J of Dallas Cultural Programs Department 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7115 Fax: 214-368-4709 rwesscrane@jccdallas.org www.jccdallas.org Rachelle Weiss-Crane, Director of The

J EWISH A ND I SRAEL S TUDIES P ROGRAM AT UNT The UNT Jewish and Israel Studies Program is the only program of its kind in the North Texas region and one of only 8 such programs in the U.S. The program offers an interdisciplinary minor and certificate with 48 courses on Jews and Judaism (11 on the State of Israel), 26 faculty, and 7 scholarship programs. UNT is the largest university in the DFW area, with 37,000 students, and has more Jewish students than all other area universities combined.

Holocaust Survivor Jack Repp speaks at UNT.

UNT Jewish and Israel Studies students with Michael Oren at AIPAC reception in Dallas.

For more information, email jewish-studies@unt.edu or call 940-369-8926

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The University of North Texas - Denton is a student-centered, public research university located in Denton, Texas.

As one of Texas’ largest universities, UNT offers 99 bachelor’s, 83 master’s, and 36 doctoral degree programs within the university’s 12 colleges and schools.

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Coffee, tea, soda and snacks are available for purchase.

To get on the mailing list, contact Larry Steckler 817-927-2736 or e-mail to HouseOfShmooze@ aol.com.

Temple Emanu-El Older Adults 8500 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000, Fax: 214-706-0025 Galit Birk, Director of Pastoral Care gbirk@tedallas.org Life’s a stage, not an age! Temple Emanu-El provides activities, events, resources and special touches focusing on seniors.

With g2g (Generation To Generation) and our Caring Congregation work, we offer varied and meaningful programming.

We also offer a Couples Club, support groups and other social and learning opportunities.

College Chabad on Campus North Texas

Rabbi@ChabadNT.com www.ChabadNT.com Rabbi Levi Dubrawsky, Director A campus-based organization providing educational, and spiritual programming for students and faculty. A “home away from home” where all Jews are welcome, where students can socialize in a comfortable, home-like setting, with friends, food and gain a deeper appreciation of their heritage. Serving Collin College, UNT, UTD, and SMU.

College Connection 9401 Douglas Ave. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-939-7310 Email: kvenetsky@shearith.org Katie Venetsky, Director of Membership and Programming College Connection is Shearith Israel’s outreach program to our college students.

We send holiday care packages to students at their campus addresses and offer a social mixer over the students’ winter break.

Our hope is for our students to continue to feel connected to the community here at Shearith!

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UNT Hillel serves UNT, TWU and area community college students. Find us on social media @unthillel.

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We are a fun, warm, inclusive group so please join our Facebook Group — Hillel of Dallas for event invitations.

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Hillel, University of Texas at Dallas 1920 N. Coit Road, Suite 200314 Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 682-334-4689 melissa@hillelsofnorthtexas.org hillelsofnorthtexas.org Melissa Duchin, Executive Director Hillels of North Texas (@hillelntx) supports Jewish life on campus in Denton, Plano and Richardson through Shabbat and holiday celebrations, educational programs, Israel experiences and social events.

Hillel at UT Dallas serves UTD and area community college students. Find us on social media @hillelutdallas.

Program in Jewish Studies at TCU and Brite Divinity School

The Program in Jewish Studies promotes excellence in education about the historical, cultural and theological manifestations of Jewish civilization.

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

UNT Jewish and Israel Studies Program 1155 Union Circle #305369

Denton, TX 76203-5017 Phone: 940-369-8926; 940-369-8933 Fax: 940-369-8163 jewish-studies@unt.edu jewishstudies.unt.edu facebook.com/JISP.at.UNT twitter.com/UNTJISP Richard M. Golden, Professor and Director The UNT Jewish and Israel Studies Program is the only one in the DFW area and one of only 8 in the U.S. The Program offers an interdisciplinary minor (18 hours) as well as a certificate (12 hours).

The program has a total of 48 courses (13 on the State of Israel) taught by 26 faculty and

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awards numerous scholarships.

UNT is the largest university in North Texas, with more than 37,000 students and more Jewish students than all other DFW universities combined.

TCU Hillel Jason.croft@tcu.edu & rachel.r.rudberg@tcu.edu Jason Croft & Rachel Rudberg, CoPresidents TCU Hillel is the home for Jewish life at Texas Christian University, serving the cultural, religious, educational and social needs of all segments of the undergraduate and graduate Jewish student communities.

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Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-437-9950 Fax: 972-437-1988 info@jfsdallas.org www.jfsdallas.org Michael Fleisher, MSSA, Chief Executive Officer We offer nationally accredited, professional mental health and social services to individuals from 3-103.

Services are available to anyone in need, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or the ability to pay, and include Mental Health & Counseling Services; Family Violence Intervention; Career & Employment Services; Services for Older Adults; Emergency Assistance/Food Pantry; Financial Coaching; and Addiction Management. For a complete listing, visit www.JFSdallas.org.

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas: PJ Library 7800 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7193 Fax: 214-239-7171 aeisenberg@jfgd.org www.pjlibrary.org See full listing on p. 28.

Chabad of Frisco See full listing on p. 10

Jewish Family Service 5402 Arapaho Road

Temple Shalom Young Families

The Tycher Library Center for Jewish Education of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 7900 Northaven Road 2nd Floor in the Mankoff Center for Jewish Learning Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-239-7133, Fax: 214-239-7171 nstenzler@jfgd.org www.tycherlibrary.org Nina Stenzler, Library Director See full listing on pages 26.

Mikvah

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Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1810 Fax: 972-661-2636 info@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Temple Shalom’s Young Families Group is for families with children 10 and under. Our families meet for social activities, playdates and Jewish holidays with occasional activities with our Young Adult Connection Group.

Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ youngadultstempleshalomdallas.

To contact Young Families Co-Chairs David and Jennifer Arndt, email youngfamilies@ templeshalomdallas.org.

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

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Phone: 817-263-7701 ctmandel@gmail.com Chana Tovah Mandel To make an appointment or learn more about this mitzvah, call Mrs. Chana Mandel at 817-3827709.

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

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6710 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-248-0427 Mendel Dubrawsky, Rabbi Rebbetzins: Baila Dubrawsky Michal Shapiro Aida Drizin Chana Naparstek The fully-equipped, state-of-the-art mikvah facility at The Shul is under strict halachic supervision.

Mikvah appointments are available to women in the evenings by calling 972-248-0427.

All information is kept strictly conďŹ dential.

performed 13,000+ circumcisions.

He serves as a consultant and trainer for doctors and mohels around the country.

Rabbi â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mike,â&#x20AC;? as he is aďŹ&#x20AC;ectionately known, travels to the Dallas area weekly to service our community.

Dr. Michael Blum Board CertiďŹ ed Pediatrician, CertiďŹ ed Mohel mohelblum@gmail.com Phone: 913-707-8217 Dr. Michael Blum, who studied with and received

his brit milah certiďŹ cation from Rabbi Lew Barth in Los Angeles in 2004, is the immediate past chair of the National Organization of American Mohalim.

Dr. Blum performs the brit milah ceremony according to Jewish tradition for those who follow conservative and reform beliefs as well as for Jews who observe a more orthodox tradition.

Dr. Blum returns to his native Dallas after living in the Kansas City area for over 35 years.

In Overland Park, Kansas, Dr. Blum not only enjoyed his pediatric practice but was also very active in the Jewish community, volunteering for many organizations, serving as a congregation president and performing brit milah.

The Plano Mikvah 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 214-403-1362 rblock@chabadplano.org Rivkie Block and Esther Horowitz, Mikvah Coordinators The Plano Mikvah has a beautiful ambiance and welcomes women to use its facilities each month. To make an appointment to use the Mikvah, please call 214-403-1362. You can also call to arrange for a private meeting to learn more about this beautiful Mitzvah.

A virtual tour of our Mikvah can be seen on www. chabadplano.org/mikvah.

Tiferet Israel Congregation 10909 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-691-3611 Fax: 214-361-0011 jwilliams@tiferetisrael.org www.tiferetisrael.org Jennifer Williams, OďŹ&#x192;ce Manager As a community Mikvah, conversion appointments are made through the individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rabbi.

While there is no charge for ongoing use of the Mikvah, donations are welcome.

To make an appointment for use of the Mikvah, please contact Jennifer at 214-691-3611.

Mohels Bris Milah (Association for the Advancement of Bris Milah) Travels throughout the United States Phone: 314-727-BRIT (2748) Phone: 800-85-MOHEL (66435) rabbimike@brismilah.org www.brismilah.org Rabbi Michael Rovinsky, CertiďŹ ed Mohel Rabbi Rovinsky, a certiďŹ ed Mohel, recognized by the State of Israel and practicing since 1988, has

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6902 Creek Hollow Drive Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 214-923-8115 dallasmohel@aol.com www.dallasmohel.wix.com/dallasmohel As a local resident of the Dallas Metroplex Jewish Community for over 30 years, Rabbi David S. Shawel services the entire Jewish community. He actively performs brisos throughout the United States.

To date, he has performed brisos in 21 states, England and Israel.

Dallas Jewish Singles

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

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Community Engagement jlarkin@tedallas.org Atid connects young adults to one another, to Judaism and to the community through social, educational, spiritual and social justice experiences.

Atid is the Jewish future.

Chaverim 4049 Kingsridge Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-569-0892 Fax: 817-569-0895 a.friedman@tarrantfederation.org www.tarrantfederation.org Angie Friedman, Program Director Chaverim is the center of Tarrant County’s Jews aged 21 to 45.

Our mission is to support Jewish identity and build community.

Flight YPO Atid: 20s and 30s at Temple 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 www.tedallas.org/atid Rabbi Daniel Utley dutley@tedallas.org Jane Larkin, Director of Small Groups and

P.O. Box 150948 Dallas, TX 75315 214-368-8686 yp@vogelalcove.org www.flightypo.org Sammy Gonzalez/Greg Brinkley, Advisors Flight YPO is an affiliate arm of Vogel Alcove whose mission is to engage young professionals, create awareness in the community for the plight of homeless children, raise funds for Vogel Alcove and grow future leaders.

The Intown Chabad 2505 Worthington St. Dallas, TX 75204 Phone: 214-810-6770 zvi@theintownchabad.com theintownchabad.com Zvi Drizin, Rabbi For nearly 10 years, The Intown Chabad has been serving young Jewish adults with warmth and dedication.

Located in the heart of Uptown, The Intown Chabad offers amazing social events, stimulating educational classes, and welcoming religious services for the post-college demographic.

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MoHoDallas@gmail.com www.MoisheHouse.org Moishe House provides meaningful Jewish experiences for young adults around the world by supporting leaders in their 20s as they create vibrant home-based Jewish communities.

Chevra Kadisha — Congregation Ahavath Sholom

Temple Shalom Young Adult Connection 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1810 Fax: 972-661-2636 info@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Temple Shalom’s Young Adult Connection is for single or married individuals, ages 22-39.

We plan activities just for us, as well as with Temple Shalom’s Young Families Group and other DFW young adult organizations.

Follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ youngadultstempleshalomdallas.

To contact Young Adult Connections, email youngadults@templeshalomdallas.org.

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4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Glenn Garoon, Chair, Men’s Chevra Kadisha Committee 817-229-4224, ggaroon@gmail.com Debby Rice, Chair, Women’s Chevra Kadisha Committee 817-706-5158, rice.debby@gmail.com The Chevra Kadisha is a volunteer burial society that performs tahara (ritual washing and dressing the deceased) for burial according to traditional halachic standards.

Chevra Kadisha of Dallas 11700 Preston Road, No. 660-226 Dallas, TX 75230

Phone: 844-4CHEVRA (424-3872) dallaschevra@gmail.com Michael Geller or Charles Hirschberg (men’s); or Patty Goldschmiedt (women’s), Co-chairs The Chevra Kadisha, the community’s volunteer burial society, performs tahara (ritual washing and dressing the deceased) for burial according to traditional halachic standards.

The Chevra Kadisha serves all families regardless of affiliation.

The Chevra is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity: 263911341

Cemeteries Congregation Ahavath Sholom Cemetery 411 North University Drive Fort Worth, TX 76107 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Andrew D. Bloom, Rabbi Shoshana Abrams Kaikov, Cantor Michael Linn, Executive Director

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Glenn Garoon, Cemetery Committee Chair Provides cemetery plots for members of the congregation and the Fort Worth Tarrant County Jewish community.

Please call for information.

info@nishmatam.org www.nishmatam.org Nishmat Am oďŹ&#x20AC;ers consecrated cemetery plots for members and nonmembers. Call for information.

Congregation Anshai Torah Cemetery

Mount Zion United Jewish Cemeteries

5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 Harvey.swento@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Harvey Swento, Executive Director The greatest mitzvah one can perform is to assist in a burial; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a deed that cannot be returned.

On Sunday, November 9, 2014, members of Congregation Anshai Torah gathered to consecrate the synagogueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cemetery at Restland Funeral Home and Cemetery in Dallas.

The congregationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst dedicated cemetery hosts 156 plots, with room for expansion as time passes.

Phone: 214-228-5757 William B. Finkelstein, President wbďŹ nkelstein@gmail.com Rabbi Howard Wolk, Rabbinic Adviser rabbiwolk@jfsdallas.org 972-437-9950 (emergency) Mount Zion has consecrated burial grounds at Sparkman Hillcrest and Restland for traditional burials under standards approved by area Orthodox congregations.

The Mount Sinai garden at Restland oďŹ&#x20AC;ers burial grounds for the entire Jewish community, including families with non-Jewish members.

All families regardless of aďŹ&#x192;liation are welcome.

Congregation Nishmat Am 2113 W. Spring Creek Parkway Plano, TX 75023-4521 Phone: 972-618-2200 Fax: 972-618-2216

Shearith Israel Memorial Park 4634 Dolphin Road, Dallas, TX 75223 Phone: 214-939-7304 Fax: 214-361-7524 amitzner@shearith.org, www.shearith.org Avi Mitzner, Ritual and Cemetery Director

Shearith Israel Memorial Park, the ďŹ rst for Dallas Jews, is rich with history. This cemetery, located on Dolphin Road near Fair Park, was consecrated in the late 1800s and continues to serve as a beautiful resting place for the members of our community.

Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home and Memorial Park 7405 W. Northwest Hwy. Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-363-5401 Fax: 214-363-9007 daniel.salter@dignitymemorial.com www.dignitymemorial.com/sparkman-hillcrestfuneral-home Daniel Salter, General Manager Sparkman/Hillcrest has been serving the Jewish community in the Dallas area for over 100 years with care and compassion.

We value the relationship we have built, understanding that a reputation is earned. We promise to continue earning your trust, one service at a time.

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

Funeral Homes/Services Dallas Jewish Funerals Phone: 972-424-1141 Fax: 972-424-2868 stan@dallasjewishfunerals.com Stan Friedman Valued Service for Valued Life. We will meet with you at a place of your choosing.

We are singularly focused on meeting you where you are — geographically, financially and emotionally.

Give us the privilege of helping honor your loved one.

North Dallas Funeral Home 2710 Valley View Lane Dallas, TX 75234 Phone: 972-241-9100

Fax: 972-241-1121 Stephen Blend, Funeral Director 214-505-2993 David Prager, Funeral Consultant 214-769-1234 web101972@yahoo.com www.northdallasfuneralhome.com John P. Brooks, President Our family has been serving families with funeral needs for over 30 years.

We are here to serve you at your time of need or help you pre-plan your funeral services in advance through insurance funded contracts.

When you call us you will reach a member of our staff 24/7.

Robertson Mueller Harper 1500 Eighth Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104 Phone: 817-924-4233, Fax: 817-924-4230 rmh@familyowned.net E.C. “Trey” Harper III Since 1881, three generations of Harpers have provided services and answers to families in their time of need.

We sincerely appreciate the trust and confidence placed in us by those who call.

Stephen B. Blend — Jewish Funeral Director P.O. Box 595790

Dallas, TX 75359 Phone: 214-505-2993 Fax: 214-821-2481 stephenbblend@gmail.com Stephen Blend is a Jewish funeral director in North Texas. For the past 12 years I have counseled families at their time of need.

In addition, I provide pre-need planning for peace of mind, assist families in finding suitable cemetery property or in arranging shipment inside and outside of the United States, including Israel.

I answer my phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Services are provided through North Dallas Funeral Home.

Hospice VITAS Healthcare 8585 N. Stemmons Fwy., Ste. 200 Dallas, TX 75247 Phone: 214-424-5600, 817-870-7000 www.VITAS.com/Texas Elise Power, Community Liaison Cell: 214-505-7234 Elise.Power@vitas.com Since our beginning in 1978, VITAS has been

The Beverly Ballroom provides an intimate, exclusive venue for your special event of up to 250 guests.

Kosher catering is provided through area outside caterers along with our specialty Kosher bar packages. Enjoy overnight accommodations in a convenient, central location, close to shopping and dining options.

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committed to providing the highest quality care to patients at the end-of-life and their families — care that is both clinically excellent and culturally sensitive to Jewish patients and their families.

VITAS has rabbis on staff and works closely with JFS.

VNA 1600 Viceroy Drive, Suite 400 Dallas, TX 75235 Phone: 214-689-0000 Fax: 214-689-2300 gethelp@vnatexas.org www.vnatexas.org Katherine Krause, President & CEO VNA has an 80-year history of partnering with the Jewish community and is NIJH accredited.

VNA is the community’s most trusted provider of quality healthcare in the home and is the oldest, most experienced Hospice Care provider in Texas. VNA Hospice Care, Meals on Wheels and Private Care helps seniors live with dignity and independence at home.

SYNAGOGUES Adat Chaverim (Reform) 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A

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Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-492-3019 office@adatchaverim.org rabbisternman@adatchaverim.org www.adatchaverim.org Benjamin D. Sternman, Rabbi Steve Jacobs, President We at Adat Chaverim, a Reform Jewish Congregation and a “community of friends” are dedicated to: Living by the enduring principles of Torah and Reform Judaism, Developing relationships with God through education, study and communal worship, Supporting individuals and families in their diversity to ensure the continuity of the Jewish People, Caring for each other, our North Texas community and the State of Israel, and Furthering tikkun olam, the healing of the world.

Beth-El Congregation (Reform) 4900 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-332-7141 Fax: 817-332-7157 bethelofc@bethelfw.org www.bethelfw.org Brian Zimmerman, Senior Rabbi

Jordan Ottenstein, Assistant Rabbi Ralph Mecklenburger, Rabbi Emeritus Beth-El is a Reform synagogue serving metropolitan Tarrant County. We offer a full program of worship services, educational and cultural classes and events, Brotherhood, Sisterhood, youth groups, seniors program, Judaica shop, etc.

Chabad of Arlington & The Mid-Cities (Orthodox) 1861 Brown Blvd. No. 213 Arlington, TX 76006 Phone: 817-451-1171 info@arlingtonchabad.org www.arlingtonchabad.org Levi Gurevitch, Rabbi Founded in 2008, Chabad of Arlington & The MidCities is a hub of Jewish spirituality and social activities for all Jews regardless of background or affiliation.

Chabad Lubavitch of Fort Worth & Tarrant County (Orthodox) 5659 Woodway Drive Fort Worth, TX 76133 Phone: 817-263-7701 rabbi@chabadfortworth.com www.chabadfortworth.com

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Dov Mandel, Rabbi Kabbalat Shabbat, Friday nights at 7 p.m.; Shacharit, Shabbat mornings at 10 a.m. We are the local branch of the worldwide Chabad movement. Through unconditional love and acceptance of every single Jew, we hope to educate and inspire greater commitment to the timeless traditions of Judaism.

Chabad of Dallas – The Shul (Orthodox) 6710 Levelland Road, Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-818-0770 Mendel Dubrawsky, Rabbi rabbid@chabadofdallas.com www.chabadofdallas.com Moshe Naparstek, Rabbi moshe@chabadofdallas.com Chabad of Dallas is the pioneer Jewish outreach organization.

Part of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch organization, with 2,400-plus centers in 60-plus countries, our mission is to reach out to Jewish people and help them realize a living Jewish experience through education, spiritual and social services.

We champion Jewish continuity!

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Chabad of Plano (Orthodox) 3904 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 972-596-8270 Fax: 972-769-7554 connect@chabadplano.org www.chabadplano.org Menachem Block, Rabbi Yehudah Horowitz, Rabbi Chabad of Plano/Collin County has been “A Home for Jewish Life and Learning” for 24 years and is a branch of the worldwide Chabad movement.

At the Lang Chabad Center in Plano, we offer complete synagogue services, bar and bat mitzvah training, junior congregation, adult education, youth programming, Hebrew school, community holiday celebrations and popular Camp Gan Israel summer and winter day camp.

Families and singles from every walk of Jewish life are welcome to participate in and join our growing synagogue.

Ofer Abramov, President Services: Shacharit, Sunday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Mincha and Arvit 7 p.m. Shabbat Friday 7 p.m.

Morning 10 a.m.

Congregation Agudath Jacob (Conservative) 4925 Hillcrest Drive Waco, TX 76710-1709 Phone: 254-772-1451 Fax: 254-772-2471 cajassistant@grandecom.net www.agudath-waco.org Ben-Zion Lanxner, Rabbi Abbye Silver, President Affiliated with the USCJ, serving Waco and surrounding areas. A full-service congregation with regular Friday night and Saturday morning services, and all holidays.

No tickets required for High Holidays. Classes and programs are offered throughout the year.

Convenient to the Southern portion of the Dallas Metroplex area.

Congregation Achdut Israel (Sephardi Israeli)

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info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Andrew D. Bloom, Rabbi Shoshana Abrams Kaikov, Cantor and Educational Director Michael Linn, Executive Director Founded in 1892, Congregation Ahavath Sholom is the largest and only Conservative synagogue in Fort Worth and Tarrant County.

Shabbat services, daily minyanim, religious school, youth programming, a mikvah and a cemetery are among the services we offer.

We are a warm and nurturing congregation, a family of families.

Congregation Anshai Torah (Conservative) 5501 W. Parker Road Plano, TX 75093 Phone: 972-473-7718 Fax: 972-473-7714 anshai@anshaitorah.org www.anshaitorah.org Stefan Weinberg, Rabbi Michael Kushnick, Rabbi Congregation Anshai Torah is a young, vibrant congregation that serves the needs of Plano and the northern sector of the Dallas Metroplex by promoting “Klal Yisrael”

— unity of the Jewish people — as we instill traditional Jewish values with a contemporary, progressive sensitivity.

We have an energetic, broad-based lay leadership who are involved in all facets of the shul, encouraging participation at every level of the synagogue’s structure.

Kabbalat Shabbat service 6:30 p.m.; Shabbat morning service 9:30 a.m.; twicedaily minyanim Monday through Friday.

Congregation Anshai Torah is affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

Congregation Beth El Binah (Reform) P.O. Box 191188 Dallas, TX 75219 http://www.bethelbinah.org Joshua Manes, President president@bethelbinah.org Beth El Binah, a Reform congregation, welcomes everyone. While we were founded as a synagogue with an outreach to the LGBT Jewish community, we now have a diverse membership reflecting the changing demographics of our community. We meet the second and fourth Fridays of the month.

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

Congregation Beth Israel (Reform)

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6100 Pleasant Run Road Colleyville, TX 76034 Phone: 817-581-5500 Fax: 817-581-5550 administration@congregationbethisrael.org www.congregationbethisrael.org Charlie Cytron-Walker, Rabbi Samuel Felberbaum, President Find your spiritual home with us! Congregation Beth Israel is a Reform congregation in Northeast Tarrant County offering a welcoming place to come together as a community.

We embrace the diversity of our members and encourage active participation. Join us for a service or contact us to learn more.

Congregation Beth Shalom (Reform)

Exquisite location for your Simcha! Outside caterers permitted 1225 N. Riverfront Blvd. Dallas Texas 75207 972-900-5500 Jackie@theempireroomdallas.com WWW.THEEMPIREROOMDALLAS.COM

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1212 Thannisch Drive Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 817-860-5448 Fax: 817-276-9073 info@bethshalom.org

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www.bethshalom.org Cantor Sheri Allen Yael Sasley, President Thressa Lobel, Administrative Assistant Congregation Beth Shalom is affiliated with the Union of Reform Judaism. Our services tend to reflect a mix between the Reform and Conservative movements, matching the diverse backgrounds of our members.

Congregation Beth Torah (Conservative) 720 W. Lookout Drive, Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 Fax: 972-783-1463 info@congregationbethtorah.org www.congregationbethtorah.org Elana Zelony, Rabbi rabbizelony@congregationbethtorah.org Beth Torah is an egalitarian, participatory synagogue serving Dallas and its northern suburbs.

Our community embraces people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences, who are united in their commitment to the study of Torah, mitzvot, spirited prayer, and support for Israel and Jews throughout the world.

Congregation Kol Ami (Reform) 1887 Timber Creek Road

Flower Mound, TX 75028-1145 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org www.kolami-tx.org Geoffrey Dennis, Rabbi Judy Hurewitz, Office Administrator CKA, the Jewish heart of Denton County (Reform): We celebrate tradition, encourage spirituality and welcome diversity. CKA is for all Jews and all who support Judaism. CKA has a pre-K-to-11 religious school, award-winning adult education programming, dynamic youth groups, holiday and social events.

Congregation Ner Tamid (Reform) 750 Hebron Parkway, Suite 340 Lewisville, TX 75057 Phone: 972-416-9738 info@congregationnertamid.org www.congregationnertamid.org Cantor Patti Turner, Para Rabbi Randy Friedberg, President randy@congregationnertamid.org Congregation Ner Tamid is dedicated to preserving and strengthening Jewish values through worship, education and community service. We offer an atmosphere of warm involvement and welcome all families and individuals interested in participating in our

community.

We interpret and practice Reform Judaism according to and embrace the URJ movement’s principles.

Congregation Nishmat Am (Conservative) 2113 W. Spring Creek Pkwy.

Plano, TX 75023-4521 Phone: 972-618-2200 Fax: 972-618-2216 info@nishmatam.org www.nishmatam.org Yitzchak Cohen, Rabbi Jacob Cohen, Cantor Stan Friedman, President Stanley Siegel, Executive Director Congregation Nishmat Am is a vibrant synagogue and outreach center combining tradition and innovation. Services are held every Shabbat and on Jewish holidays.

Religious School on Sunday mornings for PreKHigh School (tuition free for members); Youth and adult choirs and instrumental ensembles; adult education and social programs.

Congregation Ohev Shalom (Orthodox) 6821 McCallum Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75252

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Phone: 972-380-1292 rabbirodin@ohev.com, www.ohev.com Aryeh Rodin, Rabbi Ohev Shalom was founded with the purpose of exposing the timeless truths of our beautiful heritage to our fellow Jews. We have a daily minyan three times a day in addition to our regular Shabbos and holiday services. We offer multileveled adult education classes and exciting activities for our youth.

Congregation Ohr HaTorah (Orthodox)

Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-404-8980 Fax: 972-404-8989 rabbi@ohtd.org www.ohrhatorahdallas.org Aryeh Feigenbaum, Rabbi Congregation Ohr HaTorah is a friendly Orthodox synagogue offering daily services and a full range of social and youth programming.

Membership includes several hundred families of a variety of backgrounds and levels of observance. Ohr HaTorah has a popular “Learner’s Service” which meets each Shabbat morning at 10 a.m.

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Elana Zelony, Rabbi Congregation Beth Torah is an active, participatory and egalitarian Conservative synagogue that embraces our philosophy: Large enough to serve you, small enough to know you. Our 335 families enjoy social, cultural, religious activities and services for all ages. Our K-10 Learning Center and Adult Education program are thriving under the dynamic leadership of Director of Congregation Learning, Beri Schwitzer!

Our synagogue community embraces people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our inclusion initiative has just completed its pilot year and has added many opportunities to embrace people from all ages and various special needs.

We are united in our commitment to the study of Torah, the pursuit of mitzvot and the deeds of loving kindness, spirited prayer and support for Israel and Jews throughout the world. For more information, call us at 972-234-1542 or log on to congregationbethtorah.org.

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Congregation Shaare Tefilla (Orthodox) 6131 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-661-0127 Fax: 972-661-0150 shaaretefilla@gmail.com www.shaaretefilla.org Ariel Rackovsky, Rabbi Stuart Wernick, President Sherry Fleming, Administrator Shaare Tefilla places great emphasis on the development of our youth. We offer a full range of Shabbat morning youth programming: childcare for infants (3–18 months), and groups for toddlers through sixth grade, led by teenagers under the guidance of a professional youth leadership team consisting of educational and programming coordinators and staff.

Bnei Akiva (Religious Zionist youth organization) programming for students in grades 3–8 takes place on Shabbat afternoons, led by high school Madrichim (youth leaders).

In addition to serving as youth leaders, high school students participate in Bnei Akiva programming geared to them, as well as NCSY events.

To oversee our youth activities, Shaare Tefilla is excited to welcome from Israel our new Youth Directors Yossi and Hila Orlev, with their two boys, Ziv and Shachar, along with two young women serving our community as part of their sherut leumi (Israeli National Service), Oriyah Spitzer and Renana Hacker. Shaare Tefilla welcomes Jews of varying backgrounds and observance levels and takes pride in making sure that all who walk through our doors feel a sense of belonging.

New families and friends are always welcome; our Shabbat hospitality ensures that there is always a spot at a Shabbat table.

Congregation Shearith Israel (Conservative) 9401 Douglas Avenue Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-361-6606 communication@shearith.org kvenetsky@shearith.org www.shearith.org Daniel Pressman, Transitional Senior Rabbi Adam Roffman, Associate Rabbi Shira Wallach, Associate Rabbi and Director of Family Development and Outreach Itzhak Zhrebker, Hazzan Avi Mitzner, Ritual and Cemetery Director Kim West, Chief Operating Officer Katie Venetsky, Director of Membership and Programming Gail Mizrahi, Congregation President Congregation Shearith Israel is passionate about the value of community, the primacy of God and prayer in our lives, Israel, world Jewry,

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and our responsibility to repair the world through social action.

We are life-long learners committed to Jewish education for all ages and abilities. Visit us at www.facebook.com/shearith.

Congregation Shearith Israel North — Beit Aryeh (Conservative) Daniel Pressman, Transitional Senior Rabbi Adam Roffman, Associate Rabbi Shira Wallach, Associate Rabbi and Director of Family Development and Outreach Itzhak Zhrebker, Hazzan Avi Mitzner, Ritual and Cemetery Director Kim West, Chief Operating Officer 18011 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 214-361-6606 Beit Aryeh, a satellite of Congregation Shearith Israel located inside The Ann and Nate Levine Academy at Hillcrest and Frankford, serves the Jewish community of Far North Dallas and Collin County with High Holy Day services, Friday night services and engaging programs for all ages throughout the year.

Congregation Toras Chaim (Orthodox) 7103 Mumford Court

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Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-835-6016 yrich@toraschaimdallas.org www.toraschaimdallas.org Yaakov Rich, Rabbi The mission of Congregation Toras Chaim is to support individual, family, and community growth by providing access to meaningful prayer and a high level of Torah learning in an environment that is warm and accepting.

DATA of Plano 3251 Independence Pkwy.

Plano, TX 75075 Phone: 214-987-3282 Fax: 214-987-1764 nzakon@dataofplano.org yrobkin@gmail.com www.dataofplano.org Rabbi Nasanya Zakon, Rabbi Yogi Robkin, Directors DATA of Plano is both a warm and inviting Jewish community as well as a center for Jewish learning.

As a synagogue and community we offer weekly services as well as our traditional and learner’s Shabbat services. We also offer simultaneous Shabbat programming for children of all ages as well as a delicious Kiddush following services. Our Learning Center offers weekly classes on a range of topics for adults, children and teens.

From Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah and Jewish law to Talmud for beginners and personal development, you can surely find the class that’s right for you! We also offer niche programming such as our monthly challa bakes, marriage seminars, parenting workshops, scholar in residence Shabbatons, invigorating retreats for families, Israel trips and more! Looking for a meaningful Jewish experience for your children? Check out our signature Sunday Experience Sunday school, as well as our Frontier Girls and Quest boys Jewish troops!

With something for everyone, we’re waiting for you to come join our growing family!

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

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7130 Campbell Road, Suite 204 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-724-1007 Fax: 214-987-1764 Shlomoabrams@gmail.com Rabbi Shlomo & Mrs. Hudy Abrams, Directors Our synagogue and community oďŹ&#x20AC;ers weekly services as well as our traditional and learnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shabbat services. We also oďŹ&#x20AC;er simultaneous Shabbat programming for children of all ages and a delicious Kiddush following services. Our Learning Center oďŹ&#x20AC;ers weekly classes on a range of topics for adults, children and teens.

Magen David Congregation (Sephardic-Orthodox)

Kehillat Chaverim (Conservative) 6632 Crestland Ave. Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-403-0473 Kehillat.chaverim.info@gmail.com www.facebook.com/kehillatchaverim JeďŹ&#x20AC; Buch, President Kehillat Chaverim is a small congregation oďŹ&#x20AC;ering services Shabbat mornings and during the High Holidays. Services are traditional and egalitarian.

Shabbat services begin at 10 a.m. and conclude with a kosher Kiddush lunch. Our kehillah

17631 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 972-386-7166 Cell: 469-867-7584 dimoyal@sbcglobal.net www.magendaviddallas.org David Moyal, Rabbi Magen David Congregation is a vibrant Sephardic congregation located in the heart of North Dallas. Our full-time spiritual leader and certiďŹ ed Dayan, Rabbi David Moyal, leads our beautiful Friday night melodies and our spiritually ďŹ lled Shabbat services.

Daily morning services are also oďŹ&#x20AC;ered. Call for class information.

Sephardic Torah Center of Dallas (Orthodox) 6715 Levelland Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 917-678-0385, 972-677-7710 rabbi@sephardictorahcenter.org www.sephardictorahcenter.org Zecharia Sionit, Rabbi, Founder,

Spiritual Leader Synagogue and learning center, oďŹ&#x20AC;ering prayer services, Torah classes, and many other programs to the entire DFW Jewish community.

Warm and friendly environment, poised to reach people with diverse religious and cultural backgrounds. Prayers are conducted in accordance with our rich Sephardic traditions of music and ritual.

Shir Tikvah (Reform) Services held at 7700 Main St. Frisco, TX 75034 Mailing Address: 8992 Preston Road, Ste #110-259 Frisco, TX 75034 Phone: 469-269-0718 ShirTikvah@ShirTikvahFrisco.org www.shirtikvahfrisco.org Heidi Coretz, Rabbi Marian Neleson, President Shir Tikvah is a warm, welcoming, Jewish community bringing inspiration and meaning to our membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives. Join us for worship, holiday celebrations, learning and social programs. We proudly oďŹ&#x20AC;er an engaging Jewish education program age 2+ and Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrations, more aďŹ&#x20AC;ordable dues and gladly welcome Interfaith families.

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Temple Beth-El (Reform) 208 S. 15th St. Corsicana, TX 75110 Phone: 214-293-6515 frank@rabbifrankjoseph.org www.rabbifrankjoseph.org Frank Joseph, Rabbi Temple Beth-El is a community synagogue committed to fulďŹ lling the spiritual and educational needs of the entire community from the liberal to the more traditional. Temple Beth-El holds monthly Shabbat services. Bar and bat mitzvah and conversion instruction can be arranged with the rabbi.

Temple Emanu-El (Reform) 8500 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-706-0000 Fax: 214-706-0025 information@tedallas.org www.tedallas.org Rabbi David E. Stern Rabbi Debra J. Robbins Rabbi Kimberly Herzog Cohen Rabbi Daniel Utley Rabbi Amy Ross, Director of Learning and Innovation Cantor Vicky Glikin Cantor Leslie Niren

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Learning and Spirituality: Temple oďŹ&#x20AC;ers a rich variety of learning opportunities for children and adults, including Hebrew, Torah, Bible, Mussar, music and meditation. Renowned Jewish scholars visit regularly, and provocative seminars are held on important issues of the day.

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Temple Shalom (Reform) 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1810 Fax: 972-661-2636 info@templeshalomdallas.org www.templeshalomdallas.org Andrew M. Paley, Senior Rabbi Ariel C. Boxman, Rabbi Devorah G. Avery, Cantor Kenneth D. Roseman, Rabbi Emeritus Don Alan Croll, Cantor Emeritus Josh Goldman, President Steve Lewis, Executive Director Temple Shalom is a warm, inclusive congregation connecting families, friends and futures oďŹ&#x20AC;ering dynamic programming for all ages.

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Phone: 214-691-3611 Fax: 214-361-0011 www.tiferetdallas.org Shawn Zell, Rabbi Warren Abrams, President Tiferet Israel offers an atmosphere rooted in Jewish tradition, Torah and mitzvot. We welcome all for a meaningful Jewish experience, regardless of background.

Our facilities include: 400-seat sanctuary (separate or mixed seating), 100-seat chapel, dairy kitchen, meat kitchen, bridal room, banquet hall with stage and reception areas for life-cycle events.

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6504 Dykes Way Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-774-9223 http://www.youngisraeldallas.org Ronen Shimon, Rabbi Ronny Fathy, President Sephardi-Israeli congregation with services daily as well as on Shabbat and Yomim Tovim.

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13410 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-726-9800 Aderet is a meat restaurant serving international cuisine.

Enjoy Mediterranean foods, soups, hamburgers, onion rings, steak, lamb and more with a nice selection of pareve desserts. Stop by for lunch or dinner or takeout or let Aderet cater your event or Shabbat meal. Full-time DK Mashgiach in the restaurant.

6911 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 469-444-5434 Dairy restaurant and coffee shop with a variety of pareve flavored bagels. Breakfast served daily from 7 a.m. including egg and cheese sandwich on bagel or croissant.

Benny’s offers an afternoon buffet Monday through Thursday 12 noon to 6 p.m. with unlimited pizza, salad and more. Pareve Challah and Chocolate Bobka available for sale on Thursday and Friday.

Please call in your order. Muffins and most other baked goods are dairy. Owners are Ifat and Isaac Banai.

Café Fino Restaurant and Catering 7522 Campbell Road, Suite 108 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-931-9500 eat@cafefinodallas.com www.cafefinodallas.com Joey Ohayon, Owner/Operator Café Fino is a DK kosher dairy (cholov yisroel) restaurant.

We offer a large and varied menu like pizza, pastas, salad bar, wraps, hot and cold sandwiches, many sides, fresh cut fries and much more! Dinein, take-out and catering. Visit our website for our complete menu, catering services and hours of operation.

Cafe Rene 6121 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75093 Shops at Willow Bend, 1st level near Dillard’s Phone: 469-609-3758 Sharon Kabilio and Becky Simhon, Owners Offering a full dairy menu, including breakfast (special Israeli breakfast), Cafe Rene has a delicious offering of pasta and fish dishes, as well as deluxe Israeli-style entrees. Open Sunday from 12 p.m.-7 p.m., Monday through Thursday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Specializing in Groups, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Weddings, Large Events, Shuttles, Airport Transfers and Out of Town Trips.

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Congregation Ahavath Sholom (not certified by Dallas Kosher) 4050 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Phone: 817-731-4721 Fax: 817-731-4724 info@ahavathsholom.org www.ahavathsholom.org Michael Linn, Executive Director Ahavath Sholom offers the only kosher catering service in Fort Worth. In its banquet hall and meeting rooms with state-of-the-art computer and AV equipment, it is the location of choice for parties, events, conferences and meetings of all types and sizes.

Call for menu options and to schedule facility usage.

Dallas Museum of Art 1717 North Harwood St. Dallas, TX 75201 Phone: 214-922-1382 Experience the Art of Kosher! Offering kosher banquet service for dairy, parve or meat. Chef Craig James and his staff look forward to planning your menu and event in the lovely Dallas Museum of Art.

DK Community Kitchen Kosher catering ONLY available upon request.

Any caterer or restaurant can rent the kitchen to prepare kosher meals or banquet food and beverage that could be offered to kosher consumers. Call Rabbi Sholey Klein at 214-7396535 for more information.

Danelo Dairy 7114 Campbell Road, Suite 102 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-380-1010 Fax: 972-392-4435 Yehuda Alali, Owner This beautiful Italian restaurant is not only delicious but also all Cholov Yisroel. Offerings include fish, pasta, salads, stuffed ravioli, pizza, paninis and much more. They also offer fine Italian espressos, cappuccino, lattes and a huge wine selection. Mashgiach Temidi is on site.

The Fairmont Dallas 1717 North Akard St. Dallas, TX 75201 Phone: 214-720-5261 Fax: 214-720-5282 elena.duke@fairmont.com www.fairmont.com/dallas Virtual Tour: www.fairmontdallas.com Elena Duke, Director of Catering & Conference Services The Fairmont Hotel is pleased to offer DK kosher

meat food service in any of our beautifully appointed ballrooms.

With many years of kosher banquet service experience, our senior catering directors and the Executive Chef will ensure your event will be a cherished memory.

Kosher supervision by DK (meat only).

Frosted Art 1546 Edison St. Dallas, TX 75207 Phone: 214-760-8707 Fax: 214-760-9196 gm@frostedart.com www.frostedart.com Bronwen Weber, General Manager and Executive Chef Frosted Art has been the top name in Dallas wedding cakes since its inception.

Exquisitely crafted cakes which taste as good as they look are hallmarks of Frosted Art creations.

We have created confectionary magic for Dallas society for over 30 years.

All cakes are DK kosher dairy except when a special request is made for the production of DK parve cakes.

Holy Donuts Phone: 972-330-0376 Abraham Lewinsohn and Saul Rich, Owners

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When an event is over, all that you have left are the pictures that preserve the memories of that event.

Looking your best in those photos is important! Amy Doty has been doing hair & makeup for the purpose of enhancing photography for more than eight years.

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Mini doughnuts where the flavor comes from heaven! Order the Holy Donut Cart for your next event or party — We come to you! Owners Abraham Lewinsohn and Saul Rich will help make your event a blast! See their website www. holydonutsdfw.com for more info!

Jewish Community Center 7900 Northaven Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 214-739-2737 www.jccdallas.org Nosh Nook Kosher Catering with Chef Eldad Jacobson, offers senior lunches on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and Meals on Wheels for JFS under DK supervision. For senior lunch information or reservations, please call 214-239-7149 and for Meals on Wheels contact JFS at 972-437-9950.

Nosh Nook catering at the JCC Zale kitchen is under DK supervision and Eldad Jacobson. The outdoor pool snack dairy bar and JCC camps offer kosher lunches and snacks by Café Fino Catering under DK supervision.

Kent Rathbun Concepts Phone: 214-619-3557,Cell: 469-693-8801 angela@kentrathbun.com www.kentrathbun.com Angela Dennison, General Manager

Catered events to remember. Whatever the occasion — from lavish, black tie parties to lowkey meetings and fundraisers — its success often revolves around the food. For Kent Rathbun Concepts, catering means more than simply filling and setting out chafing dishes to feed a crowd. For us, catering your event is about creating a tailored menu from high end to casual that suits not only the occasion, but also your style and your guests’ expectations.

Meat Point 7114 Campbell Road, Suite 102 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-380-1010 Fax: 972392-4435 www.meatpointdallas.com Yehuda Alali, Owner Kosher Israeli DK kosher meat restaurant and butcher — Ask about their lunch specials and Thursday is Mexican food night!

Special entrees added each day so come to test and enjoy. Grocery store carries many Israeli products.

Catering is available from one meal to hundreds of guests.

Open Monday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Midtown Pizza 13331 Preston Road, Suite 2064

(Valley View Mall, Preston Movie Theatre entrance. Location may change after Jan. 1, 2017 so please call to confirm.)

Phone: 972-980-8707 Enjoy a pizza pie or by the slice, pastries, desserts and coffee before or after a movie or anytime!

Delivery available so call for details. Visit www. dallaskosherpizza.com.

Milk & Honey Jerusalem Grill & Market 420 N. Coit Road, #2023 Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-404-0704 Fax: 972-404-0551 milkhoneykosher@yahoo.com Gadi Cohen, Owner

Minyards SunFresh Market 7007 Arapaho Road Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 972-387-8996 Fax: 972-387-3739 SunFresh offers pre-packaged dry goods, frozen foods and groceries. Frozen pre-packaged and labeled glatt kosher meat and chicken are endorsed by Dallas Kosher at this location only.

Challah and other kosher baked goods including a large selection of Oberlanders are displayed by Mrs. C in the bakery and frozen section. Kosher wine is available as well.

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OUR FAMILY SERVING YOUR FAMILY. Accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice.

Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final passage is a time to cherish every moment together, and to focus on living as fully as possible, for as long as possible.

The Faith Presbyterian team becomes extended family for you and your loved ones. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve helped more than 12,000 Dallasarea families of all faiths, ethnicities and circumstances with caring, integrated therapies and needed clinical interventions.

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Monster Yogurt 1360 W. Campbell Road (next to Tom Thumb) Phone: 972-234-4966 Monster offers a variety of flavors and more than 70 toppings of delicious yogurt and sorbet. The yogurt is dairy but the sorbet is non-dairy made on dairy equipment and labeled DE. (Alert to Kosher consumers: There is no waiting period after eating meat when eating a DE product. )

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Michelle.morales@jqh.com www.renaissancehotels.com Michelle Morales, Director of Event Sales The Renaissance Hotel is a kosher full-service banquet hotel. You can plan your meeting or event with Executive Chef Eric Brandt and his dedicated team.

The Sales and Events teams, along with the Chef and DK staff, will plan your menu for your meeting or event.

Rita’s Ice Custard Happiness of Plano

Phone: 972-233-7777 Fax: 972-233-7918 sandra-cohen@sbcglobal.net Sandra Cohen, Owner Mrs. C’s Foods is a purveyor of fine, kosher bakery products, including all types of parve cakes, cookies, rugalach and babkas.

All products are trans-fat free, lactose free and Pas Yisroel. Available at SunFresh (Hillcrest and Arapaho location) or by calling Mrs. C. directly.

Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel 900 East Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75082 Phone: 972-367-6422

7000 Independence Parkway (at Legacy) Plano, TX 75025 Phone: 972-312-9640 Jamahla and Troy Murgerson, Owners Famous around the country, and the Plano location is certified kosher. You can enjoy their Italian flavored ices (parve), custard (dairy) and blended drinks (dairy). Ask about their store tours for small groups and their catering for your event. Click here to learn more and get the list of daily flavors!

Fax: 972-620-7295 event@simchakosher.com www.simchakosher.com Lowell Michelson, Founder and Owner Sherry Timmerman, Executive Assistant We are a full-service catering and event planning company.

DK supervises a meat kitchen and a separate dairy kitchen at all times.

We specialize in bar mitzvahs, weddings, nonprofit fundraisers and corporate events, theme parties and signature events.

We work with many venues across the DFW Metroplex.

Simply Add Water Phone: 469-248-5046 www.simplyaddwater.com You can now make mouth-watering worldclass breads in your own home, by simply adding water to any one of our premium bread mixes.

Whether you’re a master baker or a beginner, making our product is simple and convenient.

Absolutely nothing to measure or add, because it’s all in the bag.

Simcha Kosher Catering and Event Design

A Taste of the World Catering

3230 Towerwood Drive, Dallas, TX 75234 Phone: 972-620-7293

Phone: 214-736-9043

Prepare to Succeed and Lead!

Yavneh Academy’s exceptional dual curriculum of Judaic and General Studies combined with a warm and nurturing environment empower students to maximize their academic strengths and hone their leadership skills. With rigorous and personalized college preparation and outstanding SAT and ACT results, it is no surprise that Yavneh’s students are accepted to leading colleges and universities, and have garnered over $10 million in merit scholarships.

Please visit www.YavnehDallas.org for more information or contact the Admissions department at Admissions@YavnehDallas.org or (214) 295-3500 to schedule a campus tour.

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www.atasteoftheworld.com Ceci Katz and Ruthy Henkin, Owners A Taste of the World is a full service kosher caterer prepared to assist you in planning your event.

Able to accommodate dairy, parve or meat requests, A Taste of the World can help you plan an exciting menu for your next simcha or meeting.

Texas Kosher BBQ Phone: 469-601-1002 Howard Goldfeder, Owner The only portable smoker trailer under kosher supervision outside of the New York area, and we are willing to travel. Call us to schedule your party with BBQ and all the sides!

We come to you. Sign up for our notifications on special events! www.texaskosherbbq.com.

Tom Thumb (Preston Road) 11920 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75230 Phone: 972-392-2501 David Geldman, Rubin Bengio and Mordechai Benporat, DK Mashgichim Fresh glatt kosher meat and fish department, a full-service kosher deli department and a kosher bakery are under DK supervision.

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All bread, rolls and challah in the bakery are parve as well as prepared Pas Yisroel; and all cakes, pastries and other baked items produced are either parve or dairy as marked.

Fresh-made kosher sushi daily; fried chicken and rotisserie chicken, glatt kosher meats, fresh fish and poultry, and a selection of parve salads.

Deli sandwiches, trays of different varieties and other deli products are provided in sealed containers indicating DK supervision.

An assortment of deli, fruit and shiva trays are available among others.

Fresh fish ground for holiday orders.

The kosher deli is closed on Shabbat and certain Jewish holidays. Kosher for Passover take-out catering and Shabbat take-out available as well.

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

Kosher wine is now available.

Tom Thumb (Campbell Road) 1380 W. Campbell Road Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-680-6010 Fax: 972-680-6020 Full-time DK mashgichem and for catering ask for Brenda

Fresh glatt kosher meat and fish department, a full-service kosher deli department and a kosher bakery are under DK supervision.

All bread, rolls and challah in the bakery are parve as well as prepared Pas Yisroel; and all cakes, pastries and other baked items produced are either parve or dairy as marked.

Fresh-made kosher sushi daily; fried chicken and rotisserie chicken, glatt kosher meats, fresh fish and poultry, and a selection of parve salads.

Deli sandwiches, trays of different varieties and other deli products are provided in sealed containers indicating DK supervision.

An assortment of deli, fruit and shiva trays are available among others.

The kosher deli is closed on Shabbat and certain Jewish holidays.

Kosher for Passover takeout catering and Shabbat take-out available as well.

Hours of operation for kosher deli and meat market are Sunday–Thursday, 6 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.–3 p.m. winter, or until 5 p.m. summer.

Store is open daily, 6 a.m. to midnight. Kosher wine is now available.

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JAPS

Jewish Association of Professional Salespeople Since 1983, David Beer has helped hundreds of families in the DFW area find the right home at the right price.

He has also been instrumental in helping homeowners sell their homes. Let David help you make informed decisions whether you are buying or selling a home.

Contact him at 214-334-4002 or on the web at www.DavidBeer.com.

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David@DavidBeer.com www.DavidBeer.com As a Professional Organizer with over 15 years experience, I come to your home or business and help you get your space and time in order. My experience includes: setting up home businesses, helping children, assisting people who struggle with ADHD, Obsessive/ Compulsive disorder, Autism and hoarding, all kinds of paper management including bill paying and total home organizing. I approach my work with the utmost sensitivity.

I will non-judgmentally help you set up your space in a way that works best for you. All information is kept strictly confidential.

Judy Kogutt Professional Organizer

Sensory Interior Design is known for its innovative approach and one-ofa-kind thoughtfully created environments for adults, teens, children and infants. Working with a licensed and registered Interior Designer assures my clients theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive expert and unbiased guidance, versatility of style, optimal layouts, personalized selections and professional quality workmanship. Our Sensory Process is designed to help update or renovate in the correct order, supported by a menu with every service imaginable. Contact us for a life changing consultation in Dallas and Collin County.

Carolyn Feder, TBAE::TAID Sensory Interior Design

Marcy C. Helfand, P.C., is a law firm limiting its practice to transactional Commercial Real Estate Law. We handle contracts, leases, title review, and loan documents for office, retail and industrial properties. Ms. Helfand has been Board Certified in Commercial Real Estate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1984, and has been a frequent speaker for the American Bar Association on commercial leasing topics.

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

Call us to schedule a free home safety evaluation for yourself or a loved one.

Apple Care & Companion provides professional, experienced and thoroughly screened caregivers who help your senior loved ones stay independent in their homes, as well as providing that extra care needed in an assisted living facility or hospital. Our caregivers provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living as well as companionship. All our caregivers are our employees and are fully insured.

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Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a complete f looring company - residential and commercial. We work with ceramic tile, natural stone, luxury vinyl, carpet, wood, granite countertops and cabinets as well as shower remodels.

Complete interior design products and services that will add value and beauty to your home or business.

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Rug Mart/ Smithco Flooring Joe Kboudi

14073 Proton Rd. Dallas, TX 75244 972-243-0973 www.rugmart.net jkboudi@rugmart.net

BIBBY BRILLING & ASSOCIATES Jerry L. Nagid

Phone: 214-521-8030 Fax: 214-521-7590

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CAN I SAVE YOU MONEY? CONTACT ME! BIBBY BRILLING & ASSOCIATES is a Dallas 3rd Generation Independent Insurance Agency now serving its clients for 79 years! Jerry L. Nagid, Partner, is the grandson of Abe I. Brilling who founded his agency in Feb, 1933.

We are generalists and cater to every type of insurance need. We represent the top insurance companies in the U.S., including, Travelers, Chubb, Kemper, Safeco, Hartford, Firemans Fund, Republic, Progressive and many, many more. We can find a competitive coverage and pricing for nearly every client and circumstance.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU HAD YOUR VITAL AUTO, HOMEOWNERS OR BUSINESS INSURANCE COVERAGES REVIEWED AND QUOTED?

No one can predict the future. But Elder Care Consultants of Texas is here to help you prepare.

Through concierge level social work services, we help those who are caring for elder parents or other loved ones through their aging transitions. Let us devise a personalized plan including assessing your loved one and their home, finding reputable home health, companion care and hospice firms, estate planning attorneys, accountants, bookkeepers and realtors who can assist you in managing the independence of persons closest to you. In addition, our services include assistance for residential relocations and estate management consulting for your loved ones.

Elder Care Consultants of Texas Peggy Papert, LCSW

214-460-2540 www.eldercareconsultantstexas.com peggy@eldercareconsultantstexas.com

DAVID SCHWEIG Sunnyland Furniture Outdoor / Casual Furniture david@sunnylandfurniture.com 972-239-3716 Sunnyland Furnitureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spacious 35,000 sq. ft. showroom is located at the northwest corner of Spring Valley at Coit in Dallas. For over 40 years, nationally recognized Sunnyland has furnished North Texas homes & businesses with quality furnishings at competitive prices backed by its complete parts, service, and umbrella repair department. Founded by Aaron & Pearl Freed Klausner & now owned and operated by David and Debbie Klausner Schweig, family owned and operated Sunnyland can give you the personal attention you deserve. With over 300 outdoor patio sets & umbrellas on display, Sunnyland offers the largest selection of outdoor/casual furnishings available in the Southwest.

VITAS Healthcare, Accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice Elise Power, Community Liaison Phone: (214) 424-5600, Cell: (214) 505-7234 Elise.Power@vitas.com www.VITAS.com/Texas People refer to what we do as a mitzvah.

We consider it an honor. How you choose to live out the end of your life is a precious choice. VITASâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; compassionate end-of-life care supports life and hope, and the values of Jewish tradition. We work closely with Rabbi Howard Wolk, community chaplain of Jewish Family Service and our national medical director is a Rabbi â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so VITAS is uniquely sensitive to the needs of Jewish patients and their families.

Lorrie Semler REALTORÂŽ Keller Williams Dallas Premier

972-416-3417 lorrie@lorriesemler.com www.LorrieSemler.com Lorrie Semler works with home buyers and sellers throughout the Metroplex: Millennials to Baby Boomers to Seniors; first time home buyers to seasoned investors; condos to mansions and everything in between.

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LOCATIONS! LOCATIONS! LOCATIONS! Dorothy helps her clients lease, buy, or sell commercial property. She specializes in office, industrial, flex, and office/warehouse/ showroom properties.

With over 30 years in the business, she provides a valuable resource for people that have included attorneys, accountants, mental health professionals, senior services, auto services, and non-profits.

Dorothy L. Wolchansky, Broker William M. Paris & Associates Commercial Real Estate 214.350.7437 direct 214.350.7408 fax 214.213.2662 cell dlocations@aol.com

REPP Systems Mark A. Raskin is a senior loan ofďŹ cer and branch manager at PrimeLending, a PlansCapital Company. As a top originator, D Magazine named Raskin on its list of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Mortgage Professionalsâ&#x20AC;? for 2010 to 2014.  He was also named by Texas Monthly magazine as a 5 Star Professional from 2012 to 2014. Raskin also earned the prestigious Chairmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle designation as a PrimeLending Power Producer.

Raskin received a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in ďŹ nance and real estate from the University of Tulsa, along with a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in ďŹ nance from the University of Texas at Dallas.

Per Raskin, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We pride ourselves on growing through outstanding mortgage lending experiences so that all parties involved are proud to refer their friends, family and acquaintances for our services.â&#x20AC;?

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All loans subject to credit approval. Rates and fees subject to change.

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David Repp Phone: (972) 392-REPP (7377) www.reppsystems.com drepp@reppsystems.com

Computers*Sales*Service*Networking REPP Systems has been serving Dallas and the Jewish Community for over 25 years.

Call David today to discuss your computer needs for Home or Office. We are a turnkey company able to take care of everything including cabling.

Authorized Dell, Lenovo and Custom built PCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Laptops at great prices.

We will help you install and transfer all your important data.

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

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YOUR PERSONAL AND BUSINESS LEGAL BOUTIQUE Family Law â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Divorces, Adoptions, Child Support & Custody Estate Law â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills.

Business and Corporate Law â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Formations, Buy/Sell, Non-Compete Agreements, Purchase and Sale, Litigation, Transactions; At The Wittenberg Law Firm, we believe the Clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs and goals come first. We are the employees of the Client and our attitude reflects this. During the initial consultation, we advise the prospective client on the best course of action, the estimated cost, and the time frames in which this matter can be completed.

For a free initial consultation, please call and mention the JAPS Ad.

The Jewish Association of Professional Salespeople has been serving as a networking organization for Jewish professionals in Greater Dallas for 24 years. It estimates that millions of dollars in leads have passed between members since the organization began. It is a one-person-per-industry organization. Newcomers are welcome, but please call first. Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call Lorrie Semler for meeting locations. 972-416-3417.

Fax: 972-450-2979 melanie.brockway@westin.com www.westin.com/galleriadallas Melanie Brockway, Catering Sales Manager The Westin Galleria Dallas opens a refreshing world of unique luxury to its guests, providing attentive service, magnificent accommodations and unparalleled access to the Galleria shopping center.

Melanie plans and works with Chef Smith to see that your every expectation is met. Kosher supervision by DK (meat only).

Westin Park Central 12720 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Phone: 972-385-3000 joy.israel@westinparkcentral.com www.westin.com/parkcentral Joy Israel, Director of Catering and Convention Services The Westin Dallas Park Central offers many beautiful options including their 20th-floor unique venue with a view of the Dallas skyline.

Their refresh in 2016 and new management staff is sure to please.

Whole Foods 11700 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75230

Phone: 214-361-8887 This location offers freshly cut certified vegetables and fruits for your enjoyment, as well as fresh smoothie bar and coffee bar (coming soon!).

Order a special arrangement of prepared fruits for a party or for Shabbat.

Look for kosher labels on the shelves to find many values in Whole Foods’ 365 Label.

Several brands of kosher certified vitamin and supplement products, along with personal guidance from educated staff.

Whole Foods also carries a unique variety of kosher wines.

ARTS 3 Stars Jewish Cinema 3starscinema@gmail.com www.3starscinema.com Malka Amster, Managing Director Bart Weiss, Artistic Director Susan Kandell Wilkofsky, Program Director 3 Stars Jewish Cinema is the only monthly forum featuring contemporary and classic Jewish film in North Texas.

Always topical, sometimes controversial, the movies presented by 3 Stars Jewish Cinema examine the universal conflicts, challenges and joys faced by Jews, today or in the past.

The hallmark of our film series is the post-film dialogue, offering a comprehensive insight into what it means to be Jewish in today’s world.

Texas Jewish Arts Association (TJAA) P.O. Box 833574 Richardson, TX 75083 info@texasjewisharts.org texasjewisharts.org Veronique Jonas, President of the Board TJAA is an artist-run organization committed to fostering art by Jewish artists and promoting dialogue about Jewish identity and related issues among members of the community. Our mission is to cultivate artistic growth and camaraderie through informational and educational gatherings and exhibition opportunities for and by the Texas Jewish community.

MUSEUM The National Center for Jewish Art At The Museum of Biblical Art

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7500 Park Lane Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 214-368-4622 www.biblicalarts.org The National Center for Jewish Art is dedicated to the study, research and exhibition of Jewish art.

Home to works by world renowned artists.

Galleries include temporary exhibits of Jewish contemporary art, a primer on Jewish ceremonial art and exhibitions of Israeli art and artists.

JUDAICA SHOPS Beth-El Judaica Shop 4900 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, TX 76109

Phone: 817-332-7141 Fax: 817-332-7157 bethelofc@bethelfw.org www.bethelfw.org Regina (Reggie) Rog, Judaica Shop Manager A shop run by Beth-El Women of Reform Judaism and offering a variety of holiday supplies and Judaica gifts, from cards and candy to jewelry and home décor.

Sales proceeds largely benefit the Beth-El Religious School. Call for hours.

CKA Simcha Source Congregation Kol Ami 1887 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: 972-539-1938 Fax: 972-874-1299 office@kolami-tx.org

www.kolami-tx.org Your resource for all things Jewish in Denton County and beyond. Gift shop hours are 9 a.m.12 p.m., Monday through Friday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sundays (when school is in session).

Galerie 18 The Gift Shop at Adat Chaverim 6300 Independence Pkwy., Suite A Plano, TX 75023 Phone: 972-491-5917 Fax: 972-491-3019 galerie18@adatchaverim.org Located in the foyer of Adat Chaverim, we carry ritual items, Israeli art work, jewelry, greeting cards, books, CDs, tallitot, b’nai mitzvah registry, free gift wrapping. Hours are: Sunday, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. Summer hours are by appointment.

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The Gallery

L’Dor Vador Judaica

Congregation Shearith Israel 9401 Douglas Ave., Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: (214) 939-7343 or (214) 361-6606 thegallery@shearith.org www.shearith.org Do you love the exquisitely curated boutiques of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv? Come browse The Gallery at Congregation Shearith Israel for meaningful gifts, beautiful Jewish ritual items and inspiration for your home from artists including Gary Rosenthal, Beames, Michael Aram, Nambé, Tamara Baskin, and Juliska.

Operated by Shearith Israel Sisterhood.

Congregation Beth Torah 720 W. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-234-1542 ext. 229 ldorvador@congregationbethtorah.org Arlene Berlin, Gift Shop V.P. L’Dor Vador Judaica at Congregation Beth Torah offers a large selection of holiday and ritual merchandise and gifts for B’nei Mitzvot, weddings, baby namings and other occasions.

We offer 25 percent off all invitation orders, and Special orders are always welcome. Call/email to make an appointment.

Judaic Treasures

Lone Star Judaica

Temple Emanu-El 8500 Hillcrest Road Dallas, TX 75225 Phone: 469-230-5195 jtreasures@tedallas.org www.tesisterhood.org Temple’s gift shop, operated by WRJ/Sisterhood volunteers, features a wide variety of b’nai mitzvah and wedding gifts, a gift registry, Nambé Judaica, Israeli artists, jewelry, ritual objects and Jewish books and music. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5p.m. Fridays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. when Youth Learning is in session.

6911 Frankford Road Dallas, TX 75252 Phone: 469-467-4759 Fax: 469-467-7089 hwolf@lonestarjudaica.com www.lonestarjudaica.com Harold M. Wolf, Owner Established in 2004, Dallas’ only brick and mortar store. Lone Star Judaica is proud of our commitment to the needs of all Jews regardless of perspective.

We carry Bar and Bat Mitzvah tallitot, ritual items, jewelry, books, ketubot, menorahs, mezuzahs,

lulav and etrogs, and religious items for all Jewish holidays.

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

Traditions Temple Shalom 6930 Alpha Road Dallas, TX 75240 Phone: 972-661-1850 Fax: 972-661-2636 traditionsgiftsinfo@yahoo.com www.traditionsdallas.com Arlene Gulton, Manager Dina Warshauer, Buyer Harriet Mador, Invitation Consultant

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RS Event Productions Randi Steinhart, CSEP Phone: (214) 924-5458 randi@rseventsdallas.com www.rseventsdallas.com Through personalized attention, RS Event Productions offers event coordination, management and event design for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Weddings and other celebratory occasions. As a Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP), Randi is up on all the latest trends in event design and production, from the newest venues to the perfect entertainment, she and her team work closely with you to create a unique and memorable event for you and all your guests.

HOTELS

The Spice of Life Catering Jeffrey Kollinger, President & CEO Phone: (972) 417-1755 sales@thespiceoflifecatering.com www.thespiceoflifecatering.com Under the leadership of brothers Jeffrey and Ross Kollinger, The Spice of Life Catering company has been satisfying DFW businesses for over 36 years, accommodating large soirees, corporate retreats and intimate gatherings. Menus are uniquely tailored by Jeffrey and his culinary team, mastered to perfection with the finest quality ingredients.

Hilton Dallas / Park Cities Ann Cuellar, Senior Catering Manager, Certified Wedding Consultant Phone: (469) 232-4948 ann.cuellar@hilton.com www.dallasparkcities.hilton.com Visit us on Facebook and Instagram @HiltonDallasParkCitiesHotel The Hilton Dallas / Park Cities offers the stunning Beverly Ballroom, providing an intimate, exclusive venue for your special event. Accommodating up to 250 people, your event can take over the hotel. Kosher catering is provided through area outside caterers along with our specialty Kosher bar packages. Enjoy overnight accommodations in an excellent location as well.

EVENT PLANNERS

HYATT house Dallas/Frisco Barbara Hawthorne Phone: (972) 668-4500 Barbara.Hawthorne@hyatt.com www.hyatthousefrisco.com Celebrate your event with the new HYATT house Dallas/Frisco! With Studio and One Bedroom Suites featuring fully-equipped kitchens and queen-sized sleeper sofas, our hotel will make your friends and family feel right at home. Enjoy complimentary high-speed internet access and our Morning Spread buffet.

Amazing Events Kristen Powell Phone: (214) 455-5002 kristen@amazingeventsdallas.com Amazing Events understands that any event is a defining moment.

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HYATT house Dallas/ Lincoln Park Gina Digirolamo Phone: (214) 696-1555 gina.digirolamo@hyatt.com www.hyatthousedallaslincolnpark.com Celebrate your event with Hyatt House Dallas/Lincoln Park! Your friends and family will feel at home in our all suite property with a newly renovated lobby, breakfast area, and brand new bar. Enjoy our complimentary high speed internet and hot breakfast buffet.

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The Magnolia Hotel Dallas Park Cities Qiana Smith Phone: (469) 587-3740 qsmith@magnoliahotels.com www.magnoliahotels.com Magnolia Hotels welcomes you home to the warmth of superior hospitality. Comfortable and inviting, we're close to everywhere you want to be. It feels good here.

Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel Michelle Morales, Director of Event Sales (972) 367-6422 michelle.morales@jqh.com www.renaissancehotels.com/ dalrd Unique to the Dallas Kosher market, The Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel has been honored to partner with organizations such as The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas, Texas Torah Institute, Dallas Area Torah Association and Congregation Nishmat Am. We offer onsite kosher catering with VAAD/Dallas Kosher supervision to provide a great luxury location for your events. We can comfortably host a variety of events, whether it is a small meeting or luncheon, a special wedding celebration, or a large banquet of up to 800 guests.

Our central location in Richardson has easy access to I-75.

The Westin Dallas Downtown Robert Hayden, Catering Sales Manager Phone: (972) 584-6682 Robert.Hayden@Westin.com www.westindallasdowntown.com Make the happiest celebrations of your life the most seamless ones as well. Newly opened, The Westin Dallas Downtown creates upscale, urban chic experiences with three perfect and unique venues for the milestone events of your life. Whether celebrating with 100 guests or 350, everything goes without a hitch!

Westin Stonebriar Shannon Walker Phone: (972) 668-8792 shannon.walker@westin.com www.westinstonebriar.com Whether it’s a momentous Mitzvah or happily ever after, we’ll make sure your event measures up to your expectations. The Westin Stonebriar Hotel & Golf Club offers beautiful, flexible event space and unmatched personal service. Our wedding and social event planner will handle every detail. Celebrate with us today.

PHOTOGRAPHERS Ellman Photography Sharon Ellman Phone: (817) 371-7256 sharon@ellmanphotography.com www.ellmanphotography.com We love taking photos and want to capture all the memories, moments and details of your Bar or Bat Mitzvah, wedding or corporate event. We make sure your photos tell the story of your day.

VENUE The Empire Room Jackie Albers Phone: (972) 900-5500 www.theempireroomdallas.com sales@theempireroomdallas.com The Empire Room is nestled in Dallas’s hip Design District, offering a unique event venue. The flexible loft-like interior space and lush garden-patio offer comfortable accommodations for an ample guest list, and offers the option to curtain off areas to separate adults and kids if desired. You will find The Empire Room to be a one-of-a-kind urban location for your Simcha! Kosher caterers are accepted.

Maggiano's Little Italy Tasha Mullen Phone: (972) 781-0716 willowbend.banquet@maggianos.com www.maggianos.com/banquets Your event demands the right ingredients: the right environment, a touch of something special and, of course, spectacular food. At Maggiano's Little Italy, that's always understood. And whether it occurs once a month, once a year or once in a lifetime, Maggiano's is the perfect place to host an event - no matter the size or occasion.

Nuvo Room Makesha Miles Phone: (469) 453-4563 info@nuvoroom.com www.nuvoroom.com Nuvo Room is a unique, modern, contemporary venue with an urban chic aesthetic conveniently located in North Dallas, just minutes from the Galleria Mall. The venue comes fully equipped with uplights, tables, linens, chairs and much more. Come see us today and make your event planning effortless.

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Friends Place Adult Day Services Pam Kovacs Johnson, Executive Director Phone: (972) 437-2940 pamjohnson@friendsplaceads.com www.friendsplaceads.com Our specialized daytime program offers an exciting, therapeutic environment for those with Alzheimer’s/dementia. Social, cognitive and intellectual activities encourage independence while providing fun and friendship in a safe, secure setting.

Support groups, educational programs, information and referrals enable families to continue to care for loved ones at home.

Home Care Assistance of Dallas, Preston Center Jared Caplan, General Manager Phone: (214) 363-3400 jcaplan@homecareassistance.com www.homecareassistance.com We provide the best hourly and live-in care in the industry for families and their loved ones. Whether you are in the research phase for a parent who wants to age in place, needs more care in an assisted living environment or need last-minute care for an emergency, we are here to help. Our Care Managers are available 24/7 and can answer questions, provide information and schedule a complimentary, no-obligation consultation. Reach out to us and join the countless families across the world that rely on Home Care Assistance for the care of their aging loved ones. L'chaim!

CEMETERY Restland Funeral Home & Cemetery Phone: (469) 925-1436 info@restlandfuneralhomedallas.com www.restlandfuneralhome.com Embracing the needs of all Jewish Families whether by birth, by choice, or by marriage. Experts on Jewish Funeral and Burial Planning and Memorialization.

Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home and Memorial Park Daniel Salter, General Manager Phone: (214) 363-5401 www.sparkman-hillcrest.com Hillcrest Memorial Park is considered by many to be the premier cemetery in the Dallas area. Our staff has been serving the Jewish community with care and compassion since 1935, and we will continue offering our unsurpassed service and dedication. You are cordially invited to come by for a personal tour.

FUNERAL HOMES Dallas Jewish Funerals Stan Friedman, Director Brenda Batman-Durham, Director Phone: (972) 424-1141 stan@dallasjewishfunerals.com www.dallasjewishfunerals.com Dallas Jewish Funerals is the only independent, Jewish owned funeral home in the Dallas area. We are proud to be a part o the Jewish community that we serve, and our philosophy is to treat your family as our own. You can trust the experienced and compassionate staff at Dallas Jewish Funerals to respect and honor the traditions of our faith.

Restland Funeral Home & Cemetery Phone: (469) 925-1436 info@restlandfuneralhomedallas.com www.restlandfuneralhome.com Embracing the needs of all Jewish Families whether by birth, by choice, or by marriage. Experts on Jewish Funeral and Burial Planning and Memorialization.

Robertson Mueller Harper Funeral Directors E. C. "Trey" Harper III Phone: (817) 924-4233 rmh@familyowned.net Robertson Mueller Harper has been serving the Jewish community of Fort Worth and North Texas for three generations. Caring, understanding and compassion are the basis of the trust we have gained through the personal and professional relationships we have developed with the families we serve.

Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home and Memorial Park Daniel Salter, General Manager Phone: (214) 363-5401 www.sparkman-hillcrest.com Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home has been serving the Dallas area Jewish community for over 100 years. We are a company dedicated to compassionately supporting families at difficult times, celebrating lives that have been lived, and preserving memories that transcend generations, with dignity and honor.

The Legacy at Home Charlene Bishop, Administrator Phone: (972) 244-7700 cbishop@thelegacyathome.org www.thelegacyathome.org The Legacy at Home provides Medicare certified home health care services with the same level of distinction and professionalism that has defined The Legacy Senior Communities since 1953. Serving seniors throughout the DFW area, The Legacy at Home offers a full array of care options including comprehensive home health care, private duty services and personal care services.

HOSPICE CARE Faith Presbyterian Hospice, Accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice Rabbi Steve Fisch Joni Watson Phone: (866) 488-5341 FaithPresbyterianHospice@prescs.org www.faithpreshospice.org Faith Presbyterian Hospice provides outpatient care for terminally ill patients and families. Our services are accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice (NIJH) and offer specialized focus on meeting the needs of Jewish patients and their families. End-oflife journeys are supported through comprehensive programs and bereavement offerings.

VITAS Healthcare, Accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice Elise Power, Community Liaison Cantor Sheri Allen, VITAS Chaplain Phone: (214) 424-5600; (817) 870-7000 Elise.Power@vitas.com www.VITAS.com/Texas People refer to what we do as a mitzvah. We consider it an honor.

How you choose to live out the end of your life is a precious choice. VITAS’ compassionate end-of-life care supports life and hope, and the values of Jewish tradition. We work closely with Rabbi Howard Wolk, community chaplain of Jewish Family Service and our national medical director is a Rabbi – so VITAS is uniquely sensitive to the needs of Jewish patients and their families.

VNA Hospice Care, Accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice Katherine Krause, President & CEO Phone: (214) 689-0000 or (800) CALL-VNA KatherineK@vnatexas.org www.vnatexas.org VNA Hospice Care is the oldest, most experienced and trusted hospice provider in Texas. Founded as a nonprofit agency by Temple Emanu-El and other faith organizations more than 80 years ago, our highly qualified and experienced doctors, nurses, hospice aides, social workers, rabbis, and volunteers work as a team with your current doctor to provide care that meets your medical, psychological, social, spiritual and practical needs.

INSURANCE AND RETIREMENT

Texas Financial and Health Awareness, LLC Michael Daley, President Phone: (469) 270-7025 daleyinsurance@gmail.com www.tfha.info We are an innovative insurance agency that prides ourselves on EDUCATING on the What, Why and When for insurance products. We offer a variety of products from a multitude of insurance companies. These products include; all Medicare insurance plans, short and longterm insurance, critical illness, hospital, life insurance, annuities, etc.

MONUMENT SERVICES

Crystal Creek at Preston Hollow Lolita Mason/Kennis Mumphrey Phone: (214) 363-5100 Kennis.Mumphrey@chgcares.com www.crystalcreekph.com A life of luxury and care. A rich heritage of faith. Crystal Creek bridges the care you need from the hospital to home, or we can be your permanent home. For more information call or come visit us today at 11409 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX.

The Legacy Willow Bend Marilyn Israel Phone: (972) 468-6200 misrael@thelegacywb.org www.thelegacywb.org Legacy Willow Bend, Planoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only Jewish sponsored life care retirement community sits on 28-acres in West Plano, and offers resort-style services and amenities for senior adults. Lifestyle options include independent living, assisted living, dementia care, nursing and short-term rehabilitation. Direct admissions welcomed in assisted living, dementia care and short-term rehabilitation.

Restland Funeral Home & Cemetery Phone: (469) 925-1436 info@restlandfuneralhomedallas.com www.restlandfuneralhome.com Embracing the needs of all Jewish Families whether by birth, by choice, or by marriage.

Experts on Jewish Funeral and Burial Planning and Memorialization.

Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home and Cemetery Daniel Salter, General Manager Phone: (214) 363-5401 www.sparkman-hillcrest.com Hillcrest Memorial Park has an experienced staff, knowledgeable in all aspects of memorialization. We specialize in assisting with the design and manufacture of distinctive individual memorials to impressive family monuments. We will work with you to create the perfect lasting tribute for your family.

Spradling Monument Service, Inc. Don Spradling Phone: (214) 398-4459 spradlingmon@aol.com www.spradlingmonument.com Spradling Monument Service, Inc., a family owned and operated business, has been serving the North Texas Jewish community since 1957.

Sunrise of Hillcrest Melissa Daley, Executive Director Phone: (972) 385-5267 hillcrest.ed@sunriseseniorliving.com www.sunrisehillcrest.com Sunrise of Hillcrest is centrally located in North Dallas near Park Cities. Our residentcentered approach allows Sunrise seniors to maintain independence and dignity, even as their needs change. Visit or call today to hear about the Assisted Living and Memory Care options and support we provide.

The Tradition-Lovers Lane The Tradition-Prestonwood Randy Gros, Vice President of Marketing and Leasing Phone: (214) 361-2211, (972) 388-1144 rgros@traditionseniorliving.com www.traditionseniorliving.com Beauty is just the beginning at The Tradition-Lovers Lane, next door to Central Market on East Lovers Lane, and The Tradition-Prestonwood in North Dallas. Both are rental communities with no buy-in fee and comprise a continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Exceptional locations, restaurantstyle dining and extraordinary health and wellness resources are just a few of the amenities provided at each community.

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Holidays begin at sunset the preceding evening Rosh Hashanah Oct. 3-4, 2016 • Sept. 21-22, 2017

Yom Kippur Oct. 12, 2016 • Sept. 30, 2017

Sukkot Oct. 17-23, 2016 • Oct. 5-11, 2017

CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES

2017 Jan. 20 Times listed are for Dallas, Richardson and Jan. 27 Plano. For Fort Worth and Arlington, Feb. 3 add 2 minutes. For Denton, Flower Mound Feb. 10 and Lewisville, add 1 minute.

Feb. 17 Feb. 24 March 3 March 10 March 17 March 24 March 31 April 7 April 10 April 11 April 14 April 16 April 17 April 21 April 28 2016 Parashah/Holiday Candlelighting May 5 Oct. 2 Erev Rosh Hashanah 6:51 May 12 Oct. 3 Rosh Hashanah 7:57 May 19 Oct. 7 Vayeilech 6:44 May 26 Oct. 11 Erev Yom Kippur 6:39 May 30 Oct. 14 Ha’azinu 6:36 May 31 Oct. 16 Erev Sukkot 6:33 June 2 Oct. 17 Sukkot 7:40 June 9 Oct. 21 Chol Hamoed Sukkot 6:28 June 16 Oct. 23 Erev Shemini Atzeret 6:25 June 23 Oct. 24 Erev Simchat Torah 7:32 June 30 Oct. 28 Beresheet 6:20 July 7 Nov. 4 Noach 6:14 July 14 Nov. 11 Lech Lecha 5:09 July 21 Nov. 18 Vayera 5:05 July 28 Nov. 25 Chayei Sara 5:03 Aug. 4 Dec. 2 Toldot 5:02 Aug. 11 Dec. 9 Vayetzei 5:03 Aug. 18 Dec. 16 Vayishlach 5:05 Aug. 25 Dec. 23 Vayeshev 5:08 Sept. 1 Dec. 30 Miketz 5:13 Sept. 8 Jan. 6 Vayigash 5:18 Sept. 15 Jan. 13 Vayechi 5:24 Sept. 20

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Shemini Atzeret Parashah/Holiday Candlelighting Shemot 5:31 Vaera 5:37 Bo 5:44 Beshalach 5:50 Yitro 5:57 Mishpatim 6:03 Terumah 6:08 Tetzaveh 6:14 Ki Tisa 7:19 Vayakhel-Pekudei 7:24 Vayikra 7:29 Tzav 7:34 Erev Pesach/First Seder 7:36 Second Seder 8:44 Chol Hamoed Pesach 7:39 7th Night Pesach 7:40 8th Night Pesach 8:49 Shmini 7:44 Tazria-Metzorah 7:49 Achrei Mot-Kedoshim 7:54 Emor 7:59 Behar-Bechukotai 8:04 Bamidbar 8:09 Erev Shavuot 8:11 Shavuot 9:20 Nasso 8:13 Beha’alotcha 8:16 Sh’lach 8:19 Korach 8:20 Chukat 8:21 Balak 8:20 Pinchas 8:18 Matot-Masei 8:14 Devarim 8:10 Vaetchanan 8:04 Eikev 7:57 Re’eh 7:50 Shoftim 7:41 Ki Teitzei 7:32 Ki Tavo 7:23 Nitzavim-Vayeilech 7:14 Erev Rosh Hashanah 7:07

Oct. 24, 2016 • Oct. 12, 2016

Simchat Torah Oct. 25, 2016 • Oct. 13, 2016

Hanukkah Dec. 25-Jan. 1, 2016/17 • Dec. 13-20, ’17

Tu B’Shevat Feb. 11, 2017 • Jan. 31, 2018

Purim March 12, 2017 • March 1, 2018

Pesach April 11-April 18, 2017 March 31-April 7, 2018

Yom HaShoah April 24, 2017 • April 12, 2018

Yom HaZikaron May 1, 2017 • April 18, 2018

Yom HaAtzmaut May 2, 2017 • April 19, 2018

Lag B’Omer (From dawn until nightfall) May 14, 2017 • May 3, 2018

Shavuot May 31-June 1, 2017 • May 20-21, 2018

Fast of Tammuz (From dawn until nightfall) July 11, 2017 • July 1, 2018

Tisha B’Av Aug. 1, 2017 • July 22, 2018

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JEWISH HOLIDAYS 2016-2017 speeches by survivors and the reading of names. In Israel, a siren’s blast allows collective remembrance in a moment of silence. 27 Nissan.

Shabbat Sabbath Celebrated Fridays at sundown to commemorate God’s day of rest after six days of creation. Traditions include lighting candles, drinking wine and eating challah (braided bread).

Havdallah, the farewell ceremony to Shabbat, takes place upon the appearance of three stars in the Saturday night sky and is celebrated by lighting a braided candle, drinking wine and smelling sweet spices.

Yom HaZikaron* Martyr and Heroes’ Memorial Day Day of remembrance for all who sacrificed themselves for the state of Israel. Public observances include lighting of yahrzeit (memorial) candles, visiting graves and reciting psalms. In Israel, sirens blast once in the morning and then in the evening to begin Yom HaAtzmaut, Israel Independence Day. 4 Iyar.

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

Yom Kippur Day of Atonement Holiest day of the Jewish year.

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

Sukkot Festival of Booths Commemorates the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring the Israelites to the Promised Land after 40 years of wandering.

Many people build a sukkah (booth), a temporary structure with a roof made of branches, modeled after the huts constructed in the desert.

Also celebrated with the shaking of the lulav (assemblage of palm,willow and myrtle branches) and etrog (a lemon-like fruit). 15-21 Tishrei.

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

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

Chanukah Festival of Lights Eight-day holiday commemorating the Jewish victory over the Syrians and the miracle of the rededication of the Temple,when oil meant to last for one day burned

for eight. Celebrated by lighting candles in a chanukiah (a nine-branched candelabrum), eating latkes (potato pancakes), playing with dreidels (spinning tops) and giving money or gifts. 25 Kislev-2 or 3 Tevet.

Yom HaAtzmaut* Israel Independence Day On May 14, 1948, Israel was declared an independent state. Many Jews worldwide celebrate with parades, festivals and donations to Jewish charities. 5 Iyar.

Tu B’Shevat

Lag B’Omer

New Year of Trees Biblical in origin, a holiday that celebrates springtime renewal and growth.

Traditions include eating fruit and planting trees.

15 Shevat.

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

Celebrated with picnics and nature outings. 18 Iyar.

Purim Feast of Lots Joyous holiday commemorating the rescue of the Jews by Queen Esther and her uncle Mordecai from the evil Haman. The story is read aloud and when Haman is mentioned in the Megillah (scroll) of Esther; people scream and turn groggers (noisemakers) to drown out his name.

Traditions include parties, dances, mishloach manot (gift-giving), and eating hamantaschen (threecornered, fruitfilled pastries). Some also fast on the day before Purim to remember the three-day fast Esther requested of the Jews of Persia. 14 Adar.

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

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

Yom HaShoah* Holocaust Remembrance Day Day chosen by the Israeli Knesset in 1951 to mourn the millions killed inthe Holocaust. Often commemorated with

Yom Yerushalayim* Jerusalem Day On June 7, 1967, during the SixDay War, the city of Jerusalem was reunified. Many Jews worldwide celebrate with festivities and learn about the history and future of Jerusalem and Zionism.

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

Fast of Tammuz* Seventeenth Day of Tammuz Fast from dawn until nightfall commemorating the day Moses broke the first Tablets of the Covenant because the Israelites made the Golden Calf. Also marks the beginning of the siege on Jerusalem before its destruction. Begins the Three Weeks, a mourning period ending at Tisha B’Av. 17 Tammuz.

Tisha B’Av* Ninth Day of Av Day of fasting and mourning commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples, both of which took place on the ninth of Av. The Book of Lamentations is read, and some conduct services sitting on the floor. 9 Av. Reprinted with permission from Resource, a publication of J. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California. *Actual dates of observance may vary because of Shabbat.

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