Shalom Greensboro October 2018

SHAL M VOL. 45 • NUMBER 2 • OCTOBER 2018 • TISHREI — CHESHVAN 5779

GREENSBORO

JTriad

ENGAGING EVENTS for YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

p3

Families Celebrate with PJ LIBRARY at the Orchard p4

Happenings Upcoming Events p15

A COMMUNITY WHERE YOUR JEWISH LIFE CAN THRIVE.

2 SHALOM GREENSBORO

FEDERATION

Executive Director’s Column

By Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding and Brian Ross, Campaign Chairs 2018

By Marilyn Forman Chandler, Executive Director

Our vision for Greensboro: A place where YOUR Jewish life can thrive I was recently at a family wedding in Boston. During a conversation with an extended family member, she said to me: “Marilyn, you live in Gan Eden, the Garden of Eden.” Once friends and family visit here, they always strive to return to Greensboro, with its beauty, welcoming Marilyn Forman Jewish community and greater community commitment to Chandler inclusiveness.

And it is not only that. It is how the community “does right” with its community members. It is how the Proximity Hotel extended a hand in friendship after the Jewish women’s event held at the hotel.

They are true to their word about customer service.

It is also about choosing locally made products and local businesses. And it was about women rabbis like Sandra Lawson and Rebecca Ben-Gideon who taught us about the importance of not only sharing our personal stories but in being an inclusive community for Jews of color, individuals who consider themselves part of the LGBTQ community and interfaith families.

It is about the new CEO of the Fresh Market, Larry Appel, who called to say we are bringing kosher meat to both Greensboro stores. Will you promote it? And Larry also made sure there were plenty of Kosher for Passover items in the bakery section for the last holiday.

It is about the Governor speaking at a Greensboro Chamber of Commerce State of Community Event to not only announce Publix’ new distribution center and potential employment opportunities for 1,000 associates, but also talking about Greensboro as one of the best places to live and one of the best kept secrets with a first class workforce, outstanding community colleges and universities. At this luncheon I learned about ‘First Launch Seed Funding’, which

invests in business, and the motto of our state ‘To be, rather than to seem’. I heard Rebecca Gehman, a national speaker from DCI, talk about Greensboro as a place teeming with overachievers who have innovative companies and are transforming downtown development. Her recommendations for attracting Gen Z and Millennials: 1. Market What Matters: Salary, Cost of Living: “not your grandfather’s job or salary!”(Greensboro’s secret weapon) 2. Capitalize on Tourism: first hand impressions, markets, festivals, tournaments 3. Make Residents Ambassadors: Friends and Family; people want to live in a place they call home 4. Customer Service: Ease of securing information 5. Tell Your Story; BUILD BUZZ! At a Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Community Indicators Project Launch Event for Guilford County, I heard buzz words about how a community grows by intentional inclusive innovation and economic development.

What else makes Greensboro a Gan Eden? It is seeing the investment our Jewish community has made to beautify, enhance and continue to build our city. From downtown development; including three hotels and apartments, new steel coming up from the ground at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts – to the Leonard J. Kaplan Wellness Center and our university and college campuses becoming more and more beautiful – the Greensboro Jewish community is having a huge impact.

Plus now we have the amazing outpouring of love and support for our coastal communities in North and South Carolina, through volunteer efforts and donations to help rebuild. Thank you Greensboro Jewish community!

SIGN UP NOW

Greensboro Jewish Community

BLOOD DRIVE

in memory of Morry & Ruth Jacobs

Sunday, Nov. 4, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. at the Greensboro Jewish Federation 5509-C West Friendly Avenue To sign up to donate blood, visit http://tinyurl.com/GSOJCBloodDrive.

OCTOBER 2018

SHAL M GREENSBORO

2018 - 2019 FEDERATION OFFICERS

Sue Simmons President Tom Cone President Elect Andrew Brod Vice President John Cohen Vice President Jenny Kaiser Vice President Erin Rosen Vice President Arthur Samet Secretary David Rosenstein Treasurer GREENSBORO JEWISH FEDERATION (336) 852-5433 – MAIN NUMBER

Marilyn Forman Chandler, x236 Executive Director Emily Gray, x237 Director of Donor Engagement and Campaign Operations Michele Perrell, x231 Director of Finance and Human Resources Judi Rossabi, x229 Communications and Corporate Partnership Manager Carly Dunno, x243 Outreach and Engagement Manager Christina Shiffler, x221 Office and CRM Manager Dianne Hines, x233 Campaign and Program Associate Dena Kovach, x232 Design Editor Empy Perez, x230 Finance Assistant Beth Dyson, x238 Office Assistant JEWISH FOUNDATION OF GREENSBORO

Susan R. Gutterman, (336) 852-0099 Endowment Director Jessica Wisniewski, (336) 369-6700 Manager of Finance and Operations Maryann Kingsmill, (336) 294-0846 Donor Relations Coordinator Martin Svensson, (336) 852-8462 Financial Administrator Empy Perez, (336) 852-5433 x289 Financial Associate Shira Snyder, (336) 852-5433 x234 Marketing Intern JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES (336) 852-4829 – MAIN NUMBER

Maimonides Society Program The Epidemic of Suicide and Guns: A Jewish Perspective Sunday, November 4

at the Greensboro Jewish Federation 5509-C West Friendly Avenue ----- FEATURING -----

Dr. Gerry Plovsky and

Rabbi Andy Koren 6:30 p.m. - Network and Nosh 7:00-8:30 p.m. - Program

Betsy Gamburg, x225 JFS Director David Frazier, x227 Volunteer Coordinator Katy Claussen, x228 Chai Notes Coordinator Marlene Baruch, x224 Congregational Nurse Marcia Hermelin, x222 Administrative Assistant Deborah Frisco, x226 Clinical Social Worker Jenny Schultz, x235 Program Specialist Shalom Greensboro is a publication of the Greensboro Jewish Federation, 5509-C West Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27410-4211.

The publication provides information and news about the Greensboro Jewish community. Please submit news to info@shalomgreensboro. org. Shalom Greensboro is published in print and online. The online version can be found at shalomgreensboro.org.

www.shalomgreensboro.org

FEDERATION

SHALOM GREENSBORO 3

From the Campaign Trail: RISE UP GREENSBORO

By Alina Gerlovin-Spaulding and Brian Ross, Campaign Chairs 2018

The day I’m writing this, Nike has released a commercial commemorating the company’s 30th anniversary of the “Just Do It” campaign. This is front page news. For those that haven’t seen it by the time of this publication, the commercial is narrated by Colin Kaepernick, an NFL football player who famously started kneeling during the national anthem as a protest against racial injustice. No matter your feelings on Nike or Colin, the commemorative ad has a special message: Raffi Simel “People say your dreams are crazy. If they laugh at what you think you can do, good,” says Kaepernick. “Stay that way. Because what nonbelievers fail to understand is that calling a dream crazy is not an insult, it’s a compliment.”

Since the Greensboro Jewish Federation We want began its work in 1940, the annual campaign to make this has been the gateway and backbone of our Campaign Community’s work in sustaining Jewish life at home and throughout the world. There’s about hearing no doubt in my mind that our Community from you... dreamed very crazy dreams about what Greensboro could be and mean to the Jewish families that lived here. I think that’s what it takes. I imagine the dreams of the past have all come true and then some, but it’s time for new dreams. I obviously have my own, but we want to make this Campaign about hearing from you about what this Community could be for each other and for the people around the world that need us.

In earnest, what dream has this Federation ever dreamed that we haven’t achieved? Time and again we rise up and accomplish what I’m sure others have laughed at or thought was unimaginable. So, as we begin the Campaign year, we genuinely ask you, what would you like to see happen, or keep happening when you’re no longer watching, here or elsewhere in the world? Please meet with us. Please write to us.

I think that you’ll find that more so than ever before, our Federation is prepared to dream with you and help you achieve whatever you may have in mind. And I hope what you tell us is crazy, because as Nike’s ad just said today, “Don’t ask if your dreams are crazy, ask if they’re crazy enough.” After all, “It’s only crazy until you do it.”

“

”

Home of the Unlimited Wash Club!

Wash your vehicle up to once per day starting at just $19.99 per month Greensboro • High Point • Kernersville 706-938-0991

www.tidalwaveautospa.com

JTriad: Diverse, Engaging and Growing Entering its sixth year, JTriad membership and event participation is at an all time high. Its members are made up of a diverse group spanning a number of different backgrounds, hometowns, beliefs, and careers. Despite the eclectic mix, the consensus is clear that JTriad is a one-of-a-kind community that elevates Greensboro as a place thriving in Jewish life.

JTriad is an outlet for Jewish young professionals under 40 to come together as a community in a way that fits everyone’s lifestyles and social calendars. Casual meet-ups from happy hours and brunches to kickball and boating create an inviting environment for members simply looking to surround themselves with other Jews their age, regardless of sect or affiliation.

For those looking to deepen their connection to Judaism, JTriad also provides a number of opportunities to participate in Tikkun Olam, Shabbat dinners, and informal hangouts with the area’s rabbis.

“I moved here from New York where the Jewish population is much larger, but even though Greensboro is smaller I feel a part of a much tighter-knit community thanks to JTriad,” said Alyssa Gatto, longstanding JTriad member.

JTriad is run by a small committee of dedicated volunteers and is supported by the Greensboro Jewish Federation, Temple Emanuel of Greensboro, Temple Emanuel of Winston Salem, and Beth David Synagogue.

For more information on events, visit www.jtriad.com or join the JTriad Facebook group.

UPCOMING MISSIONS MISSION TO NYC: October 28-30, 2018 JWRP MOMENTUM TRIP TO ISRAEL November 12-19, 2018 (this trip is full) GFLI MISSION TO CUBA January 18-21, 2019 (this trip is full) INTERFAITH STUDY MISSION TO ISRAEL: March 3-15, 2019 STUDY MISSION TO BERLIN, GERMANY: September 16-22, 2019 For more information, contact Dianne Hines at (336) 852-5433 x233

4 SHALOM GREENSBORO

FEDERATION

OCTOBER 2018

Kids, parents & grandparents; Oh My! PJ Library at the Orchard On Sunday, September 2, sixteen families, totaling 64 people, gathered at Millstone Creek Orchards to celebrate Applefest.

Activities included orchard hay rides; peach, gourd and grape picking; apple sampling and apple slushies; cider press demonstrations; story time; games and more. Families were treated to a small jar of honey and honey dipper from PJ Library Greensboro as a gift for a sweet New Year.

“Our hope for a more engaged community is coming to fruition,” said I loved Carly Dunno of the Greensboro Jewish Federation. “We were thrilled to spend how the time with old friends, while also getting to event warmly know several new families.” Of the sixteen welcomed three families in attendance, ten had not been to a PJ Library event within the last year. generations “Our vision for PJ Library is to reach to share beyond books at bedtime and become in fun and a more meaningful program that brings fellowship. families together throughout the year to celebrate reading and Judaism. The apple orchard event was a wonderful way to end summer and begin to welcome in the New Year, as a community,” said Ashley Garcia, Director of Admissions & Marketing at B’nai Shalom Day School.

Karen Brod said “I loved how the event warmly welcomed three generations to share in fun and fellowship.”

Amanda Loflin said, “We had a great time at the PJ Library event at Millstone Creek Orchard! It was great to meet other families in our community at such a fun gathering.”

“

”

The Flora of Israel

Fostering a Creative Community with Jewish Seniors From poetry & painting to tastings & mask-making, participants will use edible plants and images from nature to stimulate imagination in these uniquely creative and highly interactive workshops. This series is part of a year-long partnership with Beth David Synagogue, Temple Emanuel, Jewish Family Services and Creative Aging Network-NC. It is funded in part by a grant from the BJH Foundation for Senior Services. Partial Program schedule is listed below.

Milk & Honey

Tuesday, October 23, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Beth David Synagogue Program includes a tasting a variety of flavored honeys on breads such as challah and malawach; and concludes with collaborative poetry writing inspired by the poems, the flavors, textures and scents just experienced. RSVP: (336) 294-0007; $5/lunch.

Flora of Israel

Tuesday, November 6, 1-3 p.m. • Jewish Family Services Small groups will make a centerpiece for their table. Once complete, each group will be guided through the process of painting a still life using acrylic paint on canvas. RSVP: (336) 852-4829.

Many more interactive workshops are scheduled for 2019. For more information, contact Beth David Synagogue (336) 294-0007 or Temple Emanuel (336) 292-7899.

HURRICANE RESPONSE in the Carolinas Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Florence in coastal North and South Carolina, Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) has opened a relief fund that will focus primarily on immediate relief needs for families and individuals affected and then their longer term recovery needs, including trauma support, case management and financial assistance.

JFNA has maintained active contact with all of the six Federations and 22 Network communities throughout the Carolinas. The Jewish Federation of Raleigh/Cary and the Atlanta Jewish Federation have mounted an extensive mobilization to provide refuge for evacuees and to gather relief supplies.

GJF Community Enrichment Fund The primary purpose of the Community Enrichment Fund shall be to make contributions for programs and needs of the Jewish or general public in North Carolina, and primarily within the Greensboro community. For more information, call (336) 852-5433 x231.

Recent Donations were in MEMORY: Of: Joe Gerstein, z”l From: Kenneth & Sandra Greene Of: Philip Segal III, z”l From: Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Hyman

Want to help?

• Donate to the JFNA Hurricane Relief Fund to make sure that the urgent needs of the most severely impacted are met.

The donation site can be accessed on the GJF home page at shalomgreensboro.org.

• Sign up to volunteer - call David Frazier, Volunteer Coordinator (336) 852-4829 x227.

Also helping with relief efforts are our partners at the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies, Nechama, IsraAid, and the Afya Foundation to share information and connect them with local contacts and resources among the communities.

FOUNDATION

www.shalomgreensboro.org

SHALOM GREENSBORO 5

Jewish Foundation of Greensboro

22 YEARS of

Helping Communities Through Philanthropy The Vision of the Foundation is to develop, sustain, and ensure the social welfare, cultural heritage, and continuity of the Jewish community through the creation and growth of endowment funds.

Together with donors, The Jewish Foundation of Greensboro is a place where generous people from diverse backgrounds come together to make our community a better place. We fulfill our mission of strengthening our community through philanthropy.

Distributions totaled

$2,772,248 from January 1, 2018 – June 30, 2018 Listed by category below:

Jewish Community Alexander Muss High School in Israel American Hebrew Academy American Friends of Alyn Hospital American Israel Cultural Foundation American Jewish World Service Anti Defamation League Apalachee Federation of Jewish Charities Asheville Jewish Community Center Beth David Synagogue Beth Meyer Synagogue Birthright Israel Foundation B’nai Keschet-Montclair Jewish Center B’nai Shalom Day School Brown Hillel Foundation Camp Timbrel Center for Israel Education Centropa Chabad Lubavitch of Greensboro Chabad of Elon Concern for Helping Animals in Israel Congregation Beth Israel Congregation Rodeph Sholom Congregation Shomrei Torah Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS Greensboro Jewish Federation Hadassah – Greensboro Chapter Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life Holocaust Education Resource Council Jewish Educational Loan Fund Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta Jewish Heritage Foundation of North Carolina Jewish Kids Groups Foundation, Inc. Jewish Family Services of Greensboro Jewish Family Services of WNC Jewish Theological Seminary Lubavitch of North Carolina MASORTI MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger Milwaukee Jewish Federation North Carolina Hillel Ohev Zion Synagogue Peninsula Sinai Congregation Prizmah-Center for Jewish Day Schools Raleigh Cary Jewish Federation Ramah Darom, Inc. Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Federation, Inc. Simon Wiesenthal Center Solomon Schechter Day School, Inc. Temple Emanuel Temple of the High Country Temple Sinai

Temple Solel United Israel Appeal United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Virginia Holocaust Museum Western North Carolina Jewish Federation Yiddish Book Center

University of Maryland College Park Foundation University of Vermont College of Medicine Women’s Professional Forum Foundation, Inc. YMCA of Greensboro Education/Service Organizations Spears Family YMCA Aerie Africa Youth of NC, Inc. American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Amherst College Trustees Asheville School Barnard College Duke University Eckerd College FaithAction International House Friends of the UNCG Libraries Georgetown Day School Grassroots Soccer, Inc. Greensboro Children’s Museum Greensboro Day School Greensboro Historical Museum Greensboro Literary Organization Greensboro Public Library Foundation Greensboro Science Center GTCC Harvard University Junior League of Greensboro LaPietra-Hawaii School for Girls Loomis-Chaffee School Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers Mount Holyoke College New Friends of the Greensboro Public Library New York University School of Law NC Center for the Advancement of Teaching – Holocaust Education Piedmont Interfaith Council Reading Connections Rotary Club of Greensboro Foundation, Inc. Rwandan HUGS, Inc. Sit-In Movement Smith College Southern Poverty Law Center The George Washington University Trustees of Tufts University Tulane University UNC Chapel Hill UNC Greensboro United Way of Greater Greensboro University of Baltimore University of Georgia University of Hartford University of Hawaii Foundation

Arts/Media ArtsGreensboro Bel Canto Company Boca Raton Museum of Art, Inc. Carolina Theatre of Greensboro Choral Society of Greensboro Steven Tanger Center (CFGG) Community Theatre of Greensboro Eastern Music Festival elsewhere Green Hill Center for North Carolina Art Greensboro Opera Company Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Nasher Museum of Art New Orchestra of Washington North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation, Inc. Sarasota Orchestra Sun Valley Summer Symphony Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra The Arts and Sciences Foundation Touring Theatre Ensemble of North Carolina Triad Stage Weatherspoon Art Museum Association Welltone New Music WCPE WFDD WUNC WVTF Hunger A Simple Gesture Greensboro Urban Ministry Martha’s Mission Cupboard, Inc. Out of the Garden Project Health/Community Welfare ADAPT Community Network Adult Center for Enrichment ALS Association – Jim “Catfish” Hunter Chapter American Cancer Society American Heart Association – Greensboro Arc of Greensboro Autism Foundation of the Carolinas

Chest Foundation Children’s Home Society of North Carolina Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Foundation Children’s Miracle Network Children’s Welfare League Cone Health Decherney Society Dental Foundation of North Carolina Determined2Heal Doctors Without Borders Family Service of the Piedmont Friends for an Earlier Breast Cancer Test Guilford Green Foundation Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro Interactive Resource Center International Rescue Committee JDRF Piedmont Triad Chapter JED Foundation Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Malachi House Medical Foundation of North Carolina Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Mental Health Association in Greensboro NCCJ NC MedAssist Pan Massachusetts Challenge Planned Parenthood Health Systems – Greensboro Salvation Army Senior Resources of Guilford Shepherd’s Center of Greensboro SHIFT NC Special Olympics New Jersey, Inc. Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine Triad Health Project Well•Spring Services, Inc. Women’s Resource Center of Greensboro Environment/Animal Protection American Society for the Protection of Nature Animal Foster Care and Rescue Program Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Break the Chain Kennel Kru, Inc. Elija Farm Greensboro Beautiful Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. Humane Society of the Piedmont Preservation Greensboro, Inc. The Merwin Conservancy

6 SHALOM GREENSBORO

Todah Rabah We thank the following people for their contributions to Jewish Family Services. All contributions to JFS are used to support JFS programs and services and those in our community unless otherwise specified by the donor.

Jewish Family Services Bernice and Zev Harel

In Honor:

Of: Judith Altman

Peggy Bernstein

Ricki Gray

Risa Hanau

Mollie Lafferman

Suzan Rosen

Ellen Samet

Emilie Samet

Leslie Samet

Sylvia Samet

Camilla Samuelson

Janie Silvers

Robin Skirboll

Marian Stein

Leslye Tuck

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES Giving Back to the Community Jewish Family Services is blessed with an extremely supportive community and has received many donations of durable medical equipment over the years, including wheel chairs, walkers, bath chairs and more. This has enabled JFS to loan needed items to members of our community. Over the summer, we took stock of the large collection that had been donated and, with storage becoming a problem, began to investigate other good homes for some of this equipment. Thanks to the Congregational Nurse, Marlene Baruch, Cancer Services, Inc. in Winston-Salem was identified as an agency that accepts these donations and provides them to cancer patients in need.

While keeping a sufficient quantity of durable medical equipment in stock for our community, the remaining items were loaded onto the JFS van and delivered to Cancer Services. The donation was greatly appreciated, and the Greensboro Jewish community can feel good that these heartfelt donations are going to help those in need. Many thanks to all who have passed durable medical equipment along to JFS and now onto to more individuals who will benefit from them.

Barbara Jacobs

From: Susan and Freddy Robinson We apologize if we have missed anyone’s contribution. Please call Jewish Family Services at (336) 852-4829 x222 if we missed you, and we will include you in the next issue. The minimum donation for each submission is $10. Thank you.

Jewish Family Services invites you to lunch and a matinee production of

Steel Magnolias Tuesday October 16, at Barn Dinner Theater Luncheon, transportation, and play

$30.00

Light One Candle

Blood Drive

Of: Gloria Grossman’s special birthday

OCTOBER 2018

Reservations are required.

Call Jewish Family Services at (336) 852-4829 x227 or visit shalomgreensboro.org

by October 15, 2018 (Seating is Limited)

From: Deborah Kintzing

and Tace Loeb

Food Pantry In Honor:

Helping Children Start the Year Off On the Right Foot Each year JFS hosts a school supply drive to help children in Greensboro. Wonderful volunteers Linda Lande (left) and Maddie Reed (right) helped with this collection for the Newcomers School on behalf of our community. Delivered by JFS staff, the school supplies were greeted enthusiastically and with expressions of gratitude.

Plans were discussed for future projects between our community and the Newcomers School. Stay tuned for the JFS winter clothing drive which will benefit children at the Newcomers School.

Chai Notes Fosters Creativity Led by Chai Notes Program Specialist Katy Claussen and assisted by David Frazier, JFS Volunteer Coordinator, Abbotswood residents learned the art of flower arranging and assembled beautiful vases for the Rosh HaShanah Senior Luncheon. The luncheon took on an elegant and festive quality with the addition of the lovely centerpieces.

Many thanks to all who worked so hard on this project.

Making Friends Across the Generations “It’s always nice to see how he lights up when he sees the kids” said Andrew Mbuvi about his family spending a night of Chanukah with a matched senior.

Light One Candle is a Jewish Family Services program that was piloted in 2016 with the goal of connecting members of our community to share the joy of the holiday with an older adult.

The program has grown each year through the support of the Leon Levine Foundation. This year, Light One Candle will expand to include Rosh Hashanah cards, so families can continue to nurture these new friendships. The light of the Chanukah candles and the sweet taste of honey are that much better when shared with friends.

If you are interested in being involved in this program or know an older person who would like to be matched, contact Jenny Schultz at (336) 852-4829 x235.

www.shalomgreensboro.org

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES

SHALOM GREENSBORO 7

ROSH HASHANAH Senior Luncheon

Bringing People Together at THE SENIOR ROSH HASHANAH LUNCHEON

The annual Rosh Hashanah Senior Luncheon, sponsored by JFS, Beth David Vatikim, and Temple Emanuel Friendship Circle was held on August 28 at Beth David Synagogue. Once again, more than 100 older adults attended and celebrated the onset of the new year. Under Joy Thompson’s capable direction and culinary expertise, a delicious lunch was served. Many volunteers participated to insure great service and a wonderful experience for all guests.

Well-Spring was the corporate sponsor for the event and the BJH Foundation for Senior Services provided grant funding. We are grateful for their help and thank all those who participated in making this annual community gathering such a success.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month From your Congregational Nurse, Marlene Baruch, MSN, RN This month we turn our attention to breast health.

Taking care of yourself includes: • Continue annual mammograms (age 45 and over) • Continue monthly breast self-exams • Consult physician if any abnormalities are found Did you know that JFS partners with Sharsheret, a national organization that offers support to Jewish women and families facing breast and ovarian cancer through a peer support network? Sharsheret, Hebrew for chain, offers genetic counseling, addresses cosmetic side effects of treatment, focuses on family needs, and provides educational resources. Sharsheret is the leading national Jewish organization that helps all Jewish women become better educated and receive crucial support. To date, Sharsheret has served close to 70,000 women, families, health care professionals, community leaders, and students from all 50 states.

Visit www.sharsheret.org for more information.

The Congregational Nurse program is supported in part by a grant from the BJH Foundation for Senior Services.

B’nai Shalom Day School, Early Childhood Engagement Center of Temple Emanuel and Jewish Family Services present

Foundations of Jewish Values for Parents: Staying Grounded Monday, October 15, 7-8:30 p.m. at JFS Program takes a beginners look at what Jewish values we want in our lives and our children’s lives.

Join us for discussion and refreshments.

Thank you to Ivan Saul Cutler for the photography.

For more information or to sign up, contact Jenny Schultz, jschultz@shalomgreensboro.org or (336) 852-4829 x235

FEDERATION

8 SHALOM GREENSBORO

OCTOBER 2018

Dana Schleien, Carole Kaplan, Phyllis Shavitz, Marilyn Cherry, Erica Procton, Erica Levy-Ringel, Terri Flam-Goldberg, Barbara Teichman, Heather Gert

WOMEN’S OPENING BRUNCH

A Seat at theTable: BUILDING A MORE INCLUSIVE JEWISH COMMUNITY

Alison Masters, Caryn Herman, Susan Ketner, Jill Masters

Sylvia Swayze, Joy Shavitz, Tiffanie Rudd

Rabbi Sandra Lawson and Rabbi Rebecca Ben-Gideon shared their thoughts and insights into building a more inclusive Jewish community at the annual Women’s Opening Brunch on August 26 at Proximity Hotel. The conversation created a lively Q&A session afterwards and everyone enjoyed hearing new perspectives. The event was wellattended, with more than 140 women from throughout the Greensboro Jewish community.

The speaker portion of the event was broadcast on Facebook Live on the Greensboro Jewish Federation’s Facebook page. Visit www. facebook.com/GreensboroJewishFederation for photos and more.

Honorees at the event were Marilyn Cherry, Hadassah; Terri FlamGoldberg, Temple Emanuel; Phyllis Shavitz, Greensboro Jewish Federation/Jewish Foundation of Greensboro; Barbara Teichman, Beth David Synagogue.

Thank you to the participating organizations: Beth David Sisterhood, Greensboro Hadassah and Temple Emanuel Sisterhood. Special appreciation for the support of the Florence Weinstein Jacobson Memorial Fund.

Rabbi Miriam Spitzer, Rabbi Sandra Lawson, Rabbi Rebecca Ben-Gideon

Amanda Mbuvi, Rachel Wolf, Rachel Younger

Marissa Milstein, Alison Masters, Lauren Norris, Kara Rothberg, Laura Hausman, Elana Sigal

Erica Procton, Phyllis Shavitz

American Hebrew Academy

The International Jewish College Prep Boarding School

American Hebrew Academy

The International Jewish College Prep Boarding School

Open House Open HouseWeekend Weekend October 26-28, 2018 & March 22-24, 2019

October 26-28, 2018 & March 22-24, 2019 For more information, go to www.americanhebrewacademy.org/admissions/open-house For more information, go to

www.americanhebrewacademy.org/admissions/open-hous

10 SHALOM GREENSBORO

COMMUNITY

BJH Foundation

OCTOBER 2018

Chabad of Greensboro

A New Year Includes New Opportunities It’s not too late to say L’Shana Tova! May this be a good and sweet year for all.

Now is also time for BJH Foundation to say “Thank You!” for an unexpected testamentary gift. The new year of 5779 is already brighter and Jewish adults will be the ultimate beneficiaries.

A donor quietly admired BJH Foundation, especially the grants awarded to benefit the Jewish adult population throughout North and South Carolina. This person observed life improvements the various grants made and decided to share their estate at the time of death.

Most people want to be remembered in positive ways by their kind deeds and mitzvahs. Some receive personal satisfaction knowing they can continue helping others long after they are gone with a testamentary gift.

In the case of BJH Foundation, this gift will increase available funds for future grants providing services such as Case Management, Congregational Nursing, Dementia and Memory Impairment, Transportation, as well as many other focus areas.

Jewish Family Services of Western North Carolina recently shared this message from a Jewish adult attending the Elder Club program fund by a BJH Foundation grant, “Before I came here [to the Elder Club], I was very sad and alone even though I had my family with me.

Now that I come here my life has changed. Just a terrific group of people. I can’t wait ‘til it’s Wednesday. I am smiling the entire time I am here. I wish we had more days.”

BJH Foundation funds programs helping improve lives of Jewish adults while connecting people with needed services. Grants awarded throughout North and South Carolina help Jewish adults, some with varying degrees of mental and or physical health issues.

For more information about BJH Foundation visit www. bjhfoundation.org or contact Wendee Cutler at (336) 854-8400 or email wcutler@bjhfoundation.org.

Course Addresses Dissonance between Religion and Western Values Wrestling with Faith, a new six-session course by the acclaimed Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI), that openly addresses common challenges people have in their relationship with G-d, will be offered this October by Rabbi Yosef Plotkin. The course begins Tuesday, October 23, at 7:30 p.m. for the evening class and Wednesday, October 24, at 11 a.m. for the daytime class.

Participants in the course will grapple with issues that many struggle with, including beliefs in Judaism that seem primitive or outdated, reconciling scientific findings with ideas that cannot be proven in a lab and the role of religion regarding gender roles, relationship choices and other such controversial issues.

“We recognize that almost everyone has ...it is more some degree of skepticism when it comes to religion,” said Rabbi Plotkin. “We’ve created important than this course for participants to think critically ever to ask the about these challenges—to approach them bigger questions with an array of insightful perspectives—so we can articulate our beliefs to ourselves of life’s purpose and to the next generation with clarity and and values. conviction.”

Wrestling with Faith explores questions such as: Why do I need G-d if I can live perfectly well without Him? Does G-d really care about the nuances of Jewish practice? Doesn’t the concept of “Jewish chosenness” seem racist? How can we relate to a loving and caring G-d amid the experience of tragedy and suffering? How do we reconcile compelling evidence for evolution and the age of the universe with a Bible that tells a different story? And: Is it even possible to develop a relationship with a G-d I cannot perceive with my five senses?

Jennifer Wiseman, a senior astrophysicist at NASA and the director of the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion, commented about the course: “At a time when science and technology dominate the mechanics and framing of our modern lives, it is more important than ever to ask the bigger questions of life’s purpose and values. This course enables the seeker to embrace the achievements of modern science while seeking the higher gifts of wisdom, meaning, and a personal relationship with G-d.”

Like all JLI programs, this course is designed to appeal to people at all levels of knowledge, including those without any prior experience or background in Jewish learning. All JLI courses are open to the public, and attendees need not be affiliated with a particular synagogue, temple, or other house of worship.

Interested students may call (336) 617-8120 or visit www.myJLI. com for registration and for other course-related information.

“

”

COMMUNITY

Temple Emanuel A proud part of the Greensboro Jewish Community

Your Future ...

Our Focus

Wealth Management & Tax Planning

Jerrold B. Pinsker, JD

Sam Cone, JD

Integrity ◆ Competence ◆ Creativity

PINSKER WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. (336) 294-1811 Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC.

P EM

LE EMANUE L’

S

There are so many wonderful ways in which Temple Emanuel serves the Greensboro Jewish community.

First, Temple Emanuel is open and hospitable to all, including the LGBTQ community, intermarried Jews with or without conversion, and non-Jews. All are accepted as members, regardless of their level of ability to support TE through dues. The shape of the front of the building resembles a large hug – exemplifying the welcome inside.

Second, the congregation plays a leading role in Tikkun Olam, social justice activities. Members are encouraged to participate in the March for our Lives, the Journey for Justice, the Poor People’s Campaign, the Women’s March, and efforts that advocate for immigrants and refugees. TE works closely with Jewish Family Services and supports many local hunger relief efforts, including Greensboro Urban Ministry and A Simple Gesture. The Rabbis are very active in the interfaith community and have organized three interfaith clergy mission trips to Israel, plus they serve on various community boards, including the Greensboro Faith Leaders’ Council.

Third, Temple Emanuel has been a significant and constant proIsrael advocacy voice and has been unconditional in this love for Israel and sensitive to its security needs. However, TE has not been hesitant to be critical when it comes to various internal challenges facing Israel, especially those concerning religious pluralism.

Fourth, TE is an educational institution that offers outstanding programs. On average, more than 50 people study Torah at TE every Shabbat morning in the Hevra Torah study group. Adult education opportunities include two upcoming Melton courses on Wednesday evenings (TE is a designated Melton Teaching Center). Currently, more than 200 of Greensboro’s young people (from preschool through the end of 12th grade) are being educated at TE. Many of the youth attend Jewish overnight camps and more than half of the children go to Israel prior to high school graduation. This is done with significant help from those in the community, including the Greensboro Jewish Federation.

There are many ways in which the TE congregation enriches the lives of this wonderful Jewish community. Greensboro is fortunate to have a very strong Jewish community, and Temple Emanuel is proud to be a part of it!

SHALOM GREENSBORO 11

T

www.shalomgreensboro.org

Sunday, October 21, 2018 11 a.m.—5 p.m. Rain or Shine!

Delicious Jewish Food · Kids’ Inflatables · Crafts & Sweets · Artisans Entertainment & Music · Sanctuary Tours · Educational Activities $1 Admission · Kids Under 5 FREE! Temple Emanuel | 1129 Jefferson Road | Greensboro, NC F GreensboroJewishFestival | www.gsojfest.org | (336) 292-7899 Platinum Sponsors: Well·Spring | The Fresh Market

Diamond Sponsor Sponsor: Our State Magazine

Gold Sponsors: Association Management Group (AMG) Delman and Company | Franchise Logistics

12 SHALOM GREENSBORO

COMMUNITY

B’nai Shalom Day School BSDS: A place where a child’s Jewish life can thrive If Greensboro is a place where your Jewish life can thrive, then B’nai Shalom Day School is where it all begins. Greensboro’s vibrant Jewish community is also home to the only preschool – 8th grade Jewish day school in the Carolina’s.

B’nai Shalom Day School’s mission is to provide a caring, supportive school community in which students achieve academic excellence in a dual curriculum that inspires each student to develop his/her fullest potential as an inquisitive learner, critical thinker, and future Jewish leader.

Part of helping to develop Jewish leaders is teaching children to be mensches. “Teaching our children to be mensches (good people) is an essential part of education at B’nai Shalom,” says Rabbi-in-residence, Rebecca Ben-Gideon. Each month, students focus on a particular Jewish value or virtue, called “middah” in Hebrew. Rabbi Rebecca Ben-Gideon and Guidance Counselor Katelyn Sheperd work with the students to identify ways in which they can organically exhibit each middah.

“B’nai Shalom not only provides students with an academically challenging and rich curriculum,” says Susan Siegel, Head of School, “but also facilitates the building of character, values, and kindness.”

The experience students have at B’nai Shalom builds confidence and in turn develops leadership skills that they carry with them into high school and beyond.

To learn more, contact Ashley Garcia, Director of Admissions & Marketing at agarcia@bnai-shalom.org or call (336) 855-5091.

OCTOBER 2018

TE Early Childhood Engagement Center: A Springboard for Learning The Early Childhood Engagement Center at Temple Emanuel is a Reggio Emilia inspired preschool. Reggio Emilia is an area of Italy that originated an approach to early childhood education. This approach views children as competent, capable learners who have a right to an education. Many Jewish preschools are embracing this approach, but why?

It is evident that there is something very Jewish about Reggio Emilia. There are several connections between Judaism and this approach to learning. They share a view of children as individuals who have the ability to co-create learning experiences. In a Reggio classroom children are encouraged to ask questions and wonder.

These questions serve as a springboard for learning.

In the Torah parents are instructed to wait for their children to ask questions before answering them. Questions are also found throughout the Talmud. Many more questions are asked then answered.

Reggio Emilia and Judaism create opportunities for children to wonder. Reggio classrooms are filled with objects that provoke discussions, ideas, and questions. These questions are then used to guide learning. There is no set scope and sequence in a Reggio classroom. Instead, the curriculum emerges from the children and is constructed in a very meaningful way.

For more information about Reggio Emilia or the Early Childhood Engagement Center, please contact Louise Van Schaack (336) 292-7899 or Lvanschaack@Tegreensboro.org.

The Early Childhood Engagement Center at TE enrolls children ages 15 months - 5 years. There are also 2, 3, 4 and 5-day options with an extended day available.

Be the wellspring of

fun.

A LIFE PLAN COMMUNITY

A wellspring is an abundant source. And that’s what life here feels like — an abundant source of opportunities for growth, engagement, connection, and yes, fun. As a Life Plan Community, Well•Spring offers not only a maintenance-free lifestyle, but also security and peace of mind for the future — which means you’re free to do all the things you love. Now that sounds like fun!

Start today — call us at 336•265•1516 or visit our website at Well-Spring.org

www.shalomgreensboro.org

COMMUNITY

American Hebrew Academy American Hebrew Academy Impacts the Greensboro Community The American Hebrew Academy, home to 150 students from around the United States and the world, quietly serves the greater Greensboro community through several outlets and organizations – reaching far beyond the green gates – with acts of Tikkun Olam.

Over 2,600 volunteer hours were donated by Academy students, faculty, and staff in service to others which included: elderly hospitality visits, hosting of the Guilford Greensboro Spring Games, and caring for animals at the SPCA. Weekly home visits were made to children with special needs through the Chabad Friendship Circle Program. The Academy participated in Greensboro Mitzvah Day and the Martin Luther King Day of Service, TOPSoccer for disabled children, and raised over $5,000, which was donated to charities by the student run ‘Four Corners Tzedakah Fund’.

After Greensboro was struck by two tornados in the spring, one Academy student undertook the task of singlehandedly collecting supplies and funds to aid those who were left homeless and in need of shelter, food, and clothing, exhibiting personal leadership, altruism, and compassion. The first blood drive at AHA was initiated and led by students. The student in charge of the Blood Drive is continuing her “drive” to help people in the community by organizing more events.

In the spring of 2018, Special Olympics celebrated their 50th Anniversary by hosting the games on the Academy campus for the 13th year, continuing the wonderful partnership the school has enjoyed by serving this extraordinary organization. All students were in involved in making this event a huge success for the athletes.

GREENSBORO HADASSAH

WOMEN’S HEALTH FAIR Women from across the Triad are invited to enjoy speakers from our medical community, take part in round-table discussions, gather health tips and get immunizations and blood pressure testing.

Admission is free.

Pre-register for a chance to win a door prize.

Sunday, November 11 12:00 - 4:30 p.m. at Greensboro Jewish Federation For more information e-mail hadassahgso@gmail.com or call Arlene Henza (336) 209-6016

SHALOM GREENSBORO 13

BBYO Announces the Stephanie Louise Warshauer Memorial BBYO Travel Fund BBYO is proud to announce the establishment of the Stephanie Louise Warshauer Memorial BBYO Travel Fund. The fund will provide scholarships for BBYO members to participate in BBYO travel experiences. The first scholarships will be available for the summer of 2019.

The fund honors and memorializes Stephanie Warshauer, daughter of Phil and Beth Warshauer and Alisa Ostwalt, z”l.

Stephanie was tragically killed on Yom Kippur of last year when her car was struck by another car that was being chased by police. She grew up in Greensboro and was an active member in her Stephanie local BBYO chapter, Etta Warshauer, z”l Spier BBG. A graduate of Page High School and Western Carolina University, Stephanie had a passion for travel and adventure. She traveled throughout the country and internationally to Israel on Birthright, South Africa, Ireland, Dominican Republic, Mexico and several times to Montreal.

Through her involvement in BBYO, Stephanie created strong friendships with her peers in Eastern Region BBYO (NC and Southern VA). “Stephanie always had a smile on her face, a passion for being Jewish and loved spending weekends with her community at BBYO conventions,” said Ellen Goldstein, her BBYO Regional Director.

Ricki Gray, former Greensboro BBYO City Director feels “Stephanie added her zest for life and to BBYO in everything she participated in. Bonds of friendships made were just a natural for her positive and outgoing personality!”

The fund was established as a result of the outpouring of emotion and generosity by the many people who were touched by Stephanie’s life.

This included personal friends, family friends and relatives from Greensboro, Charlotte and beyond.

“We continue to be overwhelmed by the outpouring of emotion and the number of people who loved Steph,” said Phil Warshauer. “It would be very pleasing to Stephanie to know that through this fund, others will be able to have the opportunity to establish BBYO friendships and perhaps travel abroad.”

For more information on the scholarships, please email eastern@bbyo.org or call the Eastern Region BBYO office at (704) 944-6734. Additional donations to the Stephanie Louise Warshauer Memorial BBYO Travel Fund can be made by check (payable to BBYO, and mailed to 800 8th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, Attn: Samantha Sisiskey), or online at www.bbyo.org/donate.

COMMUNITY

14 SHALOM GREENSBORO

OCTOBER 2018

Beth David Synagogue Beth David Synagogue is partnering with community agencies to help fight food insecurity in the Greensboro community. The synagogue is doing everything from collecting money for food insecurity to donate to partner agencies, collecting food for local food pantries, and preparing and serving meals to those in need.

Beth David is partnering with two agencies to serve food to those in need. The first is Pathways, a shelter for families who need temporary housing. Every month, Beth David Hillel said, volunteers serve food that has been donated do not separate to the synagogue to approximately 20 yourself from the families (children and adults) in the shelter.

In addition to Pathways, Beth David is also community. working with StreetWatch, a program that ~ Pirke Avot 2:5 serves a meal every Sunday evening to those in need in downtown Greensboro. In July and August, Beth David congregants had a great time working together to prepare meals that were nutritious and well balanced and then serving that meal on the fourth Sunday of the month to 150 people.

Both Pathways and StreetWatch provide opportunities for people of all ages to get involved in helping the fight against hunger. Beth David welcomes everyone to join them in these efforts; people can sign up to volunteer through the synagogue website or call the office at (336) 294-0007.

“

”

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

For all your printing and direct mail needs!

Office: 336.855.2622 Toll Free: 877.271.3004 FREE ESTIMATES

estimates@pdmgso.com (336) 617-2002 www.DeepRiver.com

901-A Norwalk St Greensboro, NC 27407 AD VA NT DA AG Y HO E ME CA RE CARE GIV ON-C ER ALL

NS

TIO EC

N ON

C

ONE SOURCE. SIMPLY CENTERED AROUND YOU.

T

N ME

D E ME NAG MA

Brian Ross Steve Shavitz

Well•Spring Solutions is pleased to announce Just1Navigator — a single source to help you navigate the complex maze of solutions for assistance and care services. Just1Navigator provides a personal Navigator who can guide you toward the right mix of services from our vast network of local providers that includes Well•Spring as well as other reputable organizations.

Call Greensboro’s single source for personalized assistance and care services

R VE T I G R RE PO CA SUP

LIF E CO PLA MM N UN CO ITY M M UN

ITY

ED

for older adults at 336•265•1548, or visit Just1Navigator.com

Powered by

HAPPENINGS

www.shalomgreensboro.org

SHALOM GREENSBORO 15

OCTOBER EVENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY 2018•5779

1

GJF Jews and Brews 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

MONDAY

Chinese Dinner, Ma’ariv and Dancing 6:00 p.m.

Beth David Synagogue $12 per Adult; Free for Children under 13 RSVP required, www.bethdavidsynagogue.org

Simchat Torah and Consecration 6:00 p.m.

Temple Emanuel Mark the end of the High Holy Days with this service full of singing, dancing and marching around the sanctuary carrying our four sifrei Torah (Torah scrolls). First-grade students will also be consecrated during the service.

Beth David’s Abbotswood Minyan 6:45 p.m.

Abbotswood at Irving Park

2

TUESDAY

Contact Deborah Frisco (336) 852-4829 x226 or dfrisco@ shalomgreensboro.org.

JTriad at the Dixie Classic Fair 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Winston-Salem Fair Grounds

SUNDAY

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Temple Emanuel Louise Van Schaack will guide discussions on topics such as becoming a Jewish parent, finding balance in everyday life, making difficult topics easier and fostering Jewish values. Parents from all faiths, families and cultures are welcome. $36 per person or $54 per couple for the series.

Immigration Policy Panel 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

TUESDAY

Vatikim, Lunch & Learn for Seniors 11:45 a.m.

Beth David Synagogue Meet Jason Cathcart, Director of Education. $5 per person for kosher buffet lunch. Vatikim is made possible through a grant from BJH Foundation for Senior Services.

10

Federation Building

Learn about best practices and then sign up for 10 minutes with a private coach to review your resume.

Contact Betsy Gamburg (336) 852-4829 x225 or email bgamburg@shalomgreensboro.org.

13

TE Tot Chef Shabbat 10:00 a.m.

USY Saturday Night Fun 8:00 p.m.

Temple Emanuel

Beth David Synagogue

Open to high school students. Contact Jason Cathcart, jason@bdgso.org for more information.

14

WEDNESDAY

Schmooze with the Rabbi 12 noon Proximity Hotel (Latham Room)

SUNDAY

Louise Van Schaack will guide discussions on topics such as becoming a Jewish parent, finding balance in everyday life, making difficult topics easier and fostering Jewish values. Parents from all faiths, families and cultures are welcome. $36 per person or $54 per couple for the series.

JFS Operation Bedroll 1:00 – 2:30p.m.

Federation Building

A family-friendly activity for all ages. Learn how and make sleeping mats for those who are homeless.

Contact David Frazier, (336) 852-4829 x227 or dfrazier@ shalomgreensboro.org

Have questions you’ve always wanted to ask a Rabbi but never had the chance? Maybe you just want to meet new people and have some great conversation over lunch? Well, this is the program for you! Join Rabbi Fred Guttman and/or Rabbi Andy Koren for lunch and schmooze away! RSVP to Elizabeth at info@ tegreensboro.org or 336-292-7899

MONDAY

Program and discussion using three core Jewish values to help guide children and families. No prior knowledge required. Contact jschultz@shalomgreensboro.org or (336) 852-4829 x235.

TUESDAY

Hebrew High School 6:00 p.m.

Beth David Synagogue

For children 8th – 12th grade. This year’s theme is Social Justice with the Jewish Funders Network. Please contact Jason Cathcart, jason@bdgso.org.

JFS Senior Trip to Barn Dinner Theatre Lunch and matinee performance of Steel Magnolias. $30 per person. Contact David Frazier (336) 852-4829

WEDNESDAY

iEngage: Israel’s Milestones and Their Meanings 7:00 p.m.

Beth David Synagogue

Wrestling with Faith (Daytime Class) 11:00 a.m.

Chabad Jewish Center

The Legacy of the Past and the Challenge of the Future.

A powerful opportunity to learn about Israel with world experts. 10 session class facilitated by Rabbi Joshua Ben-Gideon. $56 Beth David members/$94 for others.

Contact Kathy, kclontz@bdgso.org. x227 or dfrazier@ shalomgreensboro.org

A six-session course byJLI that openly addresses common challenges people have in their relationship with G-d. Call (336) 617-8120 or visit www.myJLI.com.

26

FRIDAY

Open House Weekend at American Hebrew Academy October 26-28

FRIDAY

Community Shabbat Dinner 6:45 p.m.

Beth David Synagogue

Learn more americanhebrewacademy.org

Celebrate Shabbat with the Beth David community.

Advanced reservations required. Contact Corie, champton@bdgso.org for details.

27

21

Women of the Wall, Shabbat Services 9:30 a.m.

Beth David Synagogue

SUNDAY

Beth David Nature Day TBD

SATURDAY

Guest Speaker Lesley Sachs, Director of Women of the Wall will speak at Shabbat morning services.

Beth David Synagogue

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Temple Emanuel

28

Louise Van Schaack will guide discussions on topics such as becoming a Jewish parent, finding balance in everyday life, making difficult topics easier and fostering Jewish values. Parents from all faiths, families and cultures are welcome. $36 per person or $54 per couple for the series.

GJF Mission to NYC

Trip highlights include a Broadway play, a visit to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, a visit to Ellis Island, a meeting with Jerry Silverman, CEO of JFNA and briefings with JDC and JAFI and a reception with Greensboro natives living in the NYC area.

TE Jewish Festival 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Rain or Shine!

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Temple Emanuel

Temple Emanuel

Featuring delicious Jewish food, kids’ inflatables, crafts & sweets, artisans, entertainment & music, Sanctuary tours, educational activities. $1 admission; kids under 5 FREE www.gsojfest.org

BD Men’s Club Kosher Cook-Out 6:00 p.m.

off-site

Kosher hot dogs, hamburgers and veggie burgers with all the fixings. Open to all men interested or involved in Beth David’s Men’s Club. Contact Hal Pines, hpines1@ gmail.com, to RSVP and location.

JFS, BSDS & TE Early Childhood Engagement Center present Fundamentals of Jewish Values for Parents: Staying Grounded 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Federation Building

16

24

WEDNESDAY

Explore, hike & walk together. Fun for all ages.

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Temple Emanuel

15

17

19

SATURDAY

Temple Emanuel

Hear from experts in the field. Open to the public.

9

JFS Resume Writing Clinic 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

A morning of stories, songs, cooking and noshing to introduce young children to the beauty of Shabbat and the joy of sharing it with family and friends.

Simchat Torah Morning Service Beth David 9:30 a.m.

Beth David Synagogue JFS Caregiver Support group 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Federation Building.

7

The Kitchen + Market

at Revolution Mill. Cost $20. Sign up online shalomgreensboro.org.

23

TUESDAY

Vatikim, Lunch & Learn for Seniors Flora of Israel: Milk & Honey 11:45 a.m.

Beth David Synagogue The Flora of Israel – fostering a creative community with Jewish seniors Series is part of a year-long partnership with Beth David Synagogue, Temple Emanuel, Jewish Family Services and Creative Aging Network-NC. Explore Jewish poets and enjoy tasting a variety of flavored honeys on breads. The session will close with collaborative poetry writing inspired by the poems, the flavors, textures and scents just experienced. RSVP: 336.294.0007; $5/person for kosher buffet. Vatikim is made possible by a grant from the BJH Foundation for Senior Services.

SUNDAY October 28-30

Louise Van Schaack will guide discussions on topics such as becoming a Jewish parent, finding balance in everyday life, making difficult topics easier and fostering Jewish values. Parents from all faiths, families and cultures are welcome. $36 per person or $54 per couple for the series.

Community Geniza Burial 11:00 a.m.

Greensboro Hebrew Cemetery Brenda at 336-292-7899 or bhenley@tegreensboro.org

BD Volunteer with StreetWatch 4:00 p.m.

211 E. Greene Street Prepare and serve a meal to Greensboro’s residents in need of a hot meal. Volunteers of all ages are welcome.

31

WEDNESDAY

iEngage: Israel’s Milestones and Their Meanings 7:00 p.m.

Beth David Synagogue The Legacy of the Past and the Challenge of the Future.

A powerful opportunity to learn about Israel with world experts. 10 session class facilitated by Rabbi Joshua Ben-Gideon. $56 Beth David members/$94 for others.

Contact Kathy, kclontz@bdgso.org. x227 or dfrazier@ shalomgreensboro.org

Please submit events to info@shalomgreensboro.org.

Wrestling with Faith (Evening Class) 7:30 p.m.

Chabad Jewish Center A six-session course byJLI that openly addresses common challenges people have in their relationship with G-d. Call (336) 617-8120 or visit www.myJLI.com.

Please visit shalomgreensboro.org//jewish-federation-of-greensboro-calendar for a complete listing of events.

Address Service Requested

5509-C West Friendly Avenue - Guilford Corporate Park Greensboro, NC 27410-4211 (336) 852-5433 fax (336) 852-4346

GREENSBORO JEWISH FEDERATION

GREENSBORO

SHAL M Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Greensboro, NC Permit No. 339

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (336) 852-5433 OR VISIT SHALOMGREENSBORO.ORG

2003 YANCEYVILLE GREENSBORO, NC

THE KITCHEN + MARKET

6-8 P.M. AT

OCTOBER 10

WEDNESDAY

OPEN TO ALL

BREWS

JEWS AND

GREENSBORO

SHAL M