Shalom Greensboro, January 2016

A Publication of the Greensboro Jewish Federation, Greensboro, North Carolina www.shalomgreensboro.org

VOL. 41, NO. 5 - JANUARY 2016, TEVET-SHEVAT 5776

FOSTERING COMMITMENT AND RESOURCES WHICH STRENGTHEN AND ENRICH JEWISH LIFE LOCALLY, NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY

Inside:

Page 2 - Federation Telethon 2016 Page 3 - On Security and Insecurity Pages 8-9 - Vodka, Latkes and Babkas, photos

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Feed Your Soul

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Feb. 25 – Mar. 6, 2016 Tickets on sale soon

Toy Drop at Moses Cone Hospital

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ederation staff gathered on December 17 to make the holidays a little brighter for children in the pediatric unit at Moses Cone Hospital. Dressed in cheerful, bright-colored costumes, staff delivered new toys to children ranging in ages from two weeks to 16-years-old, who are in the hospital during this holiday season. A basket of goodies, donated by Deep Roots, was presented to the nurses on duty.

Thank you Marilyn Chandler gowns up to to Executive deliver toys.

Director Marilyn Chandler for providing costumes, Dianne Hines, Campaign and Program Associate, for coordinating the event, David Frazier, JFS Volunteer Coordinator, for securing the basket donation, and to Susan Kalstrup, Social Worker, Cone In photo to the right, Cone social Hospital, for worker Susan Kalstrup, David arranging the visit Frazier, Empy Perez, Dianne Hines with baskets of toys for to the pediatric the children in the Pediatrics unit.

Unit at Cone Hospital.

elethon 2016 on Super Bowl Sunday promises to be SOUPER Good! This year’s theme features a twist on the traditional – Souper Soul Sunday highlights this year’s campaign theme, Feed Your Soul.

Each year the Telethon engages members of the Triad Jewish Community for a day filled with fun, excitement, camaraderie and raising money for the Greensboro Jewish Federation Annual Campaign.

“We invite you to join community members to raise funds to support not only our Federation but our associate agencies, partnerships in Israel, and efforts to ensure the safety and security of the Jewish people,” said Emily Gray, Assistant Director, Greensboro Jewish Federation.

The Annual Campaign, through our local agencies and overseas partners, enables us to support, sustain and revitalize Jewish life in our community, in

Israel and around the world.

Involve your children with fun activities and child care provided at B’Nai Shalom Day School. Please indicate the number of children joining the activities at BSDS and their ages when registering for Telethon.

Feed your soul and help feed others on Sunday, February 7 and sign up for Souper Soul Sunday!

Volunteer to make solicitation phone calls, help with childcare, write thank you notes or prepare food for the volunteers – all help is welcome.

To volunteer, RSVP, or make a pledge: www.shalomgreensboro.org or call (336) 852-5433 x237

Join the conversation online #greensborofed, #feedyoursoul.

Symbol is used for illustrative purposes only.

Greensboro Jewish Federation Maimonides Society End-of-Life Series Sunday, February 21, 7 p.m.

Federation Building FEATURING: Dr. Juan-Carlos Monguilod, Chief Medical Officer of Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro This program is FREE of charge and open to the entire community.

For more information and to register contact Dianne Hines (336) 852-5433 x233.

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ewish Perspectives surrounding end-of-life decision making will be explored during the next GJF Maimonides Society Program, February 21, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Greensboro Jewish Federation building. Dr. Juan-Carlos Monguilod, Chief Medical Officer, Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro will provide an overview of some frequent care decisions and care options that many are faced as end-of-life nears. Rabbi Eliezer Havivi, Beth David Synagogue; Rabbi Andy Koren, Temple Emanuel; Rabbi Yosef Plotkin, Chabad of Greensboro; Cantor/Chaplain Katy Claussen will add to the discussion with the Jewish perspective and share how Judaism may inform and guide these decisions.

Dr. Juan-Carlos Monguilod is originally

Dr. Juan-Carlos Monguilod

from Spain and came to the U.S. after graduating from Zaragoza University School of Medicine in 1991. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Moses Cone Hospital in 1998. He worked in the inpatient and LTC setting for Eagle Physicians and Piedmont Senior Care before joining HPCG in 2005. Dr. Monguilod was named HPCG chief medical officer in 2010. He is Board-Certified in internal medicine and hospice and palliative

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Federation

On Security and Insecurity

ll it took was for one JCPA worked closely with threatening letter to be reus in crafting the message ceived and our Jewish commuwe would send to all media nity networking and response outlets. Within a few hours, team kicked in. In late Novemthe B'nai Shalom Board and ber, one of our Jewish commuparents, Beth David Synagogue nity institutions received an inBoard, and Federation Board timidating letter and follow up of Trustees had been notified letter. Although it was only one and by early the next day, the institution, it felt like a blow to media and Jewish community all of us. Beth David Synagogue were made aware of the and B'nai Shalom Day School were directly targeted in the situation. B’Nai Shalom Day Marilyn Forman communication and immediSchool was closed for two days Chandler ately engaged in ensuring the and Federation hosted faculty safety of the students, faculty members here in our building so that despite and staff at those facilities. their school lock-down, they could meet in a The Greensboro Police Department safe space to plan for the post-Thanksgiving (GPD) responded quickly and efficiently. school week. Jerry Silverman, the CEO The Federation was called to assist in of Jewish Federations of North America contacting the FBI, the Joint Terrorism Task (JFNA), hovered over us to make sure our Force and two of our Federation-supported national agencies were responding in a timely national agencies, the Secure Community and appropriate manner. In the worst of Network (SCN)* and the Jewish Council times, our national system was absolutely for Public Affairs (JCPA). These agencies and unequivocally here for us, from law offered support and made invaluable enforcement contacts to communications, recommendations, guiding our Jewish media and community relations. community in taking next steps in our The Greensboro Jewish community has response. SCN contacted GPD as well as the received many messages of support from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) area churches and communal institutions to make sure that our community received regarding the incident. Federation President immediate assistance. The morning following Keith Rosen and I have met with Wasif the receipt of the letter, a DHS advisor Quereshi, the immediate past president of came to Greensboro to meet with Jewish the Islamic Center of Greensboro, to "create community professional leaders and the GPD some good news" and begin a dialogue. to review a plan of action for the community We discussed what had been done in the as well as to offer training tools. SCN was in past, what programs were happening now, touch with us daily and remains in contact what could occur in the future, and how we with us to this day. could work together to frame community

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messaging.

B'nai Shalom Day School has received matching funds to purchase security equipment for their building. This will be in place to safeguard their young people, families, faculty and staff members. As we continue to access the risks and realities, this is still an active, open investigation and law enforcement officers have strongly encouraged our community NOT to discuss further details with the media.

While we are responding to the evolving landscape of our security needs and responsibilities, we are also taking stock of our Jewish Family Services (JFS) food pantry, our food-related services, programs and projects. Imagine how it would feel not knowing where your next meal is coming from, or having to choose between paying for food or paying for healthcare, medicine, heating your home or paying your mortgage or rent. This is the scenario for many NC families.

Our JFS staff is very much aware that the Greensboro-High Point region is among the highest in the country facing food hardship and food insecurity. North Carolina has regularly ranked among the top ten states with the highest percentage of citizens experiencing food shortages since 2010 and 36% of food pantries in NC have had to turn people away for a lack of food to give them.** Our JFS food pantry has regularly served 72 families this year. The pantry receives donations from our community members who drop off food at JFS, Temple Emanuel and Beth David Synagogue. Many boxes of canned foods from the Canorah Celebration, cosponsored with the Chabad Center of Greensboro, were delivered to the pantry

following Hanukkah. In collaboration with St. Paul's Church, fresh bread arrives weekly. Guilford College students initiated a campus-wide food drive; and, the soon to be implemented A Simple Gesture program will be announced at the Campaign Kickoff Event in January.

Whether it is security or insecurity, Federation is here to meet the needs of our community. Together, we bolster and protect our families, strengthen community relations, and offer comfort, counsel and sustenance to those in need. Thank you for your generous support of the Greensboro Jewish Federation 2016 Annual Campaign which makes all of this possible. Together we FEED THE SOUL.

Trips to Israel are in my thoughts often this year as we have been working to bring the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project’s MOMentum trip to Greensboro women.

This is an 8 day spiritual trip for women raising Jewish children. The trip is heavily subsidized by the JWRP and the Greensboro Jewish Federation, and focuses on spiritually invigorating the women who participate.

Amanda Mbuvi, Alina Spaulding, and I participated in this trip last year and are so excited that it will be sponsored by the Federation for women in our community.

Stay tuned for more information on this program, which we are calling the “How’s your Spirit?” trip.

If Women or Spirituality aren’t necessarily your thing, take a look at some of the other amazing Federation trips and missions to Israel coming up. There is a national LGBTQ mission in late May next year, as well as a Greensboro interfaith mission March 6-17. Part of the Federation mission is to build community, and traveling to Israel and other locations with the Federation is a great way to do this – just ask any of our recent Cuba Mission participants.

Another important part of Federation’s mission is fundraising, which we have been working hard at doing for this year’s annual campaign. Lenny Samet and I have been distributing pledge cards to our awesome volunteers, so be on the lookout for a call or

contact from someone about your pledge to the Federation for the 2016 campaign.

We are behind in dollars so far this year, and I would love to catch up. It’s amazing how many people support the Federation, and we want to reach out to each and every single one. If you would like to talk to us about what Federation does or how your donation helps Feed Souls don’t be shy or wait for us to contact you - please give us a call.

If you haven’t seen the save the date for our main event be sure to mark January 24 at 6:00 on your calendars NOW! The Chef Clash is turning into a terrific event – Brad Semon and Leslye Tuck are bringing great ideas and a terrific commitment together to make this totally new concept happen.

You will come to the Empire room with your cell phone to vote on small plates prepared by Kristina Fuller (of Crafted) and Jay Pierce (The Marshall Free House).

While you eat, you will be the judge of each dish on presentation, aroma, flavor, and more. The evening will also feature the inspiring work the Federation does locally and globally to Feed Jewish Souls. There will also be some great surprises and other competitions to make the night fun for all. You can RSVP at our website www. shalomgreensboro.org or stay tuned for your invite in the mail. It’s going to be a fun and delicious night for everyone.

*Secure Community Network (SCN), was established ten years ago under the leadership of The Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. SCN has been at the forefront of an innovative, collaborative and cooperative national homeland security initiative educating the Jewish community to potential threats, leveraging government and private sector resources to better protect and secure our Jewish communal organizations and institutions. Through information sharing, security awareness, training, security advice & counsel, SCN strives to empower individuals and organizations and establish a culture of security consciousness, preparedness and resiliency throughout our communities. ** Data is from 2014 Hunger in America Study, by Feeding America and the Food Hardship in America 2012 Report from the Food Research and Action Center.

From the Campaign Trail

had the opportunity to speak respected leader with results to my son’s 5th grade class demonstrated again and again about Hanukkah this year. He throughout her career in is the only Jewish kid in the Greensboro. Susan was also 4th/5th grade at the Academy at sought after for her knowledge Lincoln, and I am always happy and expertise, the results to go and share our traditions of the Greensboro Jewish with his school. I am so cogniFoundation are a shining zant of the blessings we have as example amongst other Jews in Greensboro – the close Federation Communities. knit Jewish community here is It is obvious to me that welcoming and connected in a Greensboro is a well-known way that many larger Jewish name and a Federation that Emily Kranz communities struggle to be. others strive to emulate.

We stick together and cherish one another In addition to the general adulation because we are so few. aimed at our delegation, there was an The strength of our community was amazing amount of knowledge to be learned really apparent at the JFNA General and connections to be made at the GA! I Assembly, which I attended in November was slightly wistful that I had never attended with Marilyn, Emily Gray, Susan Gutterman, before this year, I think it should be on the Kathy Manning, and Alina Spaulding. Even to do list for every future campaign chair though we were a tiny delegation we were – before they run the campaign. There mighty. Kathy was recognized as former were so many good ideas, sessions, and Chair of the Board of JFNA and was the organizations represented, I left completely wise counterpoint view to a panel of young inspired and empowered and ready to take people in a Millennial panel, "Talkin’ About on the campaign with new fervor. If you My Generation: Building Community are involved at Federation and have not With Millennials." Alina was known far experienced a GA you MUST. I would and wide and enthusiastically greeted by love to see us taking a busload of people so many who have heard her speak in their from Greensboro the next time it is in own communities. Other Federations Washington D.C. – or perhaps a journey to were clamoring for Marilyn’s time and Israel is in the cards…. Israel will host the attention, wanting to connect to a wellGA in 2018.

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Cantor Katy Claussen is a staff chaplain in the Spiritual Care Department at Cone Health where she also serves as Katy Claussen the co-facilitator of the Comfort Team, coordinating bereavement care at Women’s Hospital. Cantor Claussen works at Jewish Family Services as the Facilitator of Chai Notes.

Rabbi Andy Koren has served as Assistant Rabbi and Director of Religious Education of Temple Emanuel in Greensboro since Rabbi Andy 2003. He created Koren and continues to oversee the Temple’s Hevra Kaddisha (Burial Society). Rabbi Koren spends part of each summer as faculty at URJ’s 6 Points Sports Academy.

Rabbi Yosef Plotkin and his wife Hindy have been co-directors of The Chabad Jewish Center of Greensboro since 2008.

Rabbi Yosef Plotkin Rabbi Plotkin (left) and Rabbi has spent much Eliezer Havivi time visiting Torah Academies to teach, guide and uplift the spirit of countless students, who continue to seek his guidance and advice.

Rabbi Eliezer Havivi has been the spiritual leader of Beth David Synagogue in Greensboro since 1991.

For one month each summer, Rabbi Havivi serves as the senior rabbinic staff at Camp Ramah Darom where he teaches young adults from throughout the Southeast United States.

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Federation Staff

Federation staff gathered at Osteria on December 3 for a festive holiday gathering.

Everyone enjoyed the Northern Italian cuisine, which offered vegan options, plus a delicious cake from Maxie B’s to celebrate November birthdays. The lunch ended with a ‘white elephant’ gift swap, which featured a little friendly competition.

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Federation Welcomes New Staff

udi Rossabi has joined the staff of the communication. Watch our Federation Greensboro Jewish Federation in the website, e-news blasts, Facebook and position of Communications and CorTwitter as we create platforms for porate Partnership Manager. Judi has social media interaction for upcoming extensive experience in marketing and events, including our Campaign Kickoff communications and a deep knowledge of on January 24, using the hashtags Greensboro and surrounding #greensborofed, #feedyoursoul areas. Her experience includes and #chefclash2016. Please join working as Communications the conversation!” and Marketing Manager for Judi enjoys yoga, art, kayaking Southeastern Theatre Conferand hiking. She is a proud mom of ence. two grown children and spends a Judi is excited to use lot of time hiking area trails with her love of technology her dog. She loves Judaica art, in developing a strategic especially the works of Greensboro marketing plan incorporating artist Dori Jalazo, and is pleased to all facets of communication work in a building which has such to enhance the mission of beautiful art on display. the Federation. According Join us in welcoming Judi to Judi Rossabi to Rossabi, “Social media Federation. She can be reached creates an opportunity to engage with at 336-852-5433 x229 and by email at a broader constituency using digital jrossabi@shalomgreensboro.org

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And, Two New Interns

lease join the Greensboro Jewish Federation in welcoming our two Spring interns, Rachel Garrity and Allison Ginsburg.

Rachel and Allison are both in their Senior year at Elon University taking classes in Jewish Studies, Rachel as a minor and Allison as an independent major. Rachel majors in Sport and Event Management, and will be joining the Federation towards the first half of the spring semester, during which time she hopes to learn about and help with the Federation’s events.

Rachel loves Judaism’s focus on education and asking big questions, and places a high value on pluralism and community. Rachel has served as Elon Hillel's Community Development Chair as well as President,

Allison Ginsburg

Rachel Garrity

and spent a summer working with the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism in Washington D.C. running a speaker-series for college-aged women.

Allison also served a term as Elon Hillel’s President, as well as one as Shabbat Coordinator. Her major, Jewish Professional Studies, is a combination of courses in Business and Religious Studies classes that she created under Rabbi Geoffrey Claussen. Her interest in Judaism comes from a belief in the wisdom of the Jewish tradition, as well as an interest in how Jewish community can create alternate forms of spirituality.

After she graduates, she hopes to continue studying religion on a graduate level.

She will begin her work at the Federation mid-February and continue through the term.

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Fax: (336) 852-4346. Its purpose is to provide informational and educational coverage of Jewish news, events and programs in the greater Greensboro and Guilford County areas.

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hough we grew up in neighboring suburbs of St. Louis, Missouri, our childhoods were remarkably different.

Ellen’s Jewish background was limited, whereas mine was strong. But for both of us, our most significant Jewish education occurred in our 30’s, in Greensboro, North Carolina, of all places—go figure.

I grew up in a largely Jewish suburb, University City, Missouri. My family observed Shabbat and kept kosher. My high school was 90 percent Jewish, and my experiences at Jewish summer camp were formative for me. I attended an Orthodox shul and the rabbis tried to persuade my parents to send me to Yeshiva. Although I chose not to, my sense of Jewish identity remained strong.

Meanwhile, in Clayton, Missouri, the next suburb over, Ellen spent her childhood much differently. Her family never denied being Jewish, but did almost nothing Jewishly. When Ellen was in the 5th grade, her parents joined Shaare Emeth Temple. Two years later, she was confirmed. That’s not much learning time.

Our move to North Carolina was meant to be temporary. I chose to do my medical residency in Chapel Hill because we both wanted to explore another part of the country. We always assumed we would go back to the Midwest. But we fell in love with North Carolina. When

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Ellen and Gary Fischer

Ellen and Gary Fischer

we moved to Greensboro, the Jewish community welcomed us with open arms, and we have never looked back. This community is a wonderful place to be Jewish; it is easy to get involved.

Most of Ellen’s Jewish knowledge was acquired in Greensboro. Sara Lee Saperstein and Janice Hyman adopted us

Foundation Welcomes New Addition to Staff

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aryann Kingsmill for 30 years. She is an avid has joined the staff tennis player and plays of the Jewish Foundaon several USTA teams , tion of Greensboro in enjoys gourmet cooking and the position of Stewardentertaining for friends and ship, Communications family, always has a new and Programs Coorbook to read, volunteers dinator. Maryann has at her church and spends extensive experience many weekends with her working with nontwo young grandchildren profit organizations in and her son and daughterfundraising, programs in-law who live in and event coordination McLeansville. both here in Greensboro Maryann is excited and in South Florida. about this new opportunity As a member of the Asto be a part of the Maryann Kingsmill sociation of Fundraising community at the Jewish Professionals she is continually improving Foundation where she is learning about her knowledge and skills in her profesthe culture and traditions of Jewish life sional role in fundraising. and looks forward to being a positive and Maryann, her husband, Jack, and integral addition to the staff. their 3 dogs relocated to Greensboro in Maryann can be reached at 336-2942005 after residing in Wellington, Florida 0846, mkingsmill@jewishfoundationnc.org

Need-based College Scholarship Available Application Deadline: March 31, 2016

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he Rosalyn Saltz and Seymour Pliner Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance for full-time post-secondary education to applicants living in North or South Carolina who demonstrate excellence in their field and advance Jewish women in leadership roles .

One recipient will be chosen for the academic year 2016-2017 with one grant of $2500 awarded. Recipients must meet selection criteria and demonstrate financial need.

Rosalyn Saltz did not attend college as her family could not afford

to send her. While she was always an avid learner and continued to learn independently, her lack of university education was a lifelong regret. Her three daughters, Dr. Patricia Louise Pliner, Dr. Judith Ellen Pliner, and Janice Leslie Pliner, conceived of a fund to help others achieve what their mother dreamed of doing.

Complete guidelines and the application are available on line at www. shalomgreensboro.org and click on the link. Applications are due by March 31, 2016.

for the holidays, and they taught Ellen everything she needed to know.

I learned too. Despite my strong Jewish identity, I realized through our participation in Young Leadership that my Jewish education was lacking, especially my knowledge of Jewish history and the significance of Israel.

The Greensboro Jewish community reinforced the importance of tzedakah.

My father made a decent, middle-class living in the scrap metal business, and always donated his time and money to Jewish causes. But it was not until after

SHALOM GREENSBORO 5 his death that my family learned just how committed he had been to tzedakah.

During his shiva and for years to come, people would tell us how Dad’s generosity had changed their lives. He did these acts of kindness behind the scenes, neither seeking nor asking for recognition. My mother was also involved with charitable giving, mostly to Jewish causes. As long as I can remember, she ran a little jewelry business out of the house, with all the profits going to charities.

Ellen and I wanted our children to learn the importance of giving. Whenever there was an opportunity to do mitzvot, we would include them. They were involved with the Hadassah Gift Wrap, Russian resettlement, and food drives, among others.

Our experience chairing Young Leadership in 1980 was a catalyst for further involvement in the Jewish community. Both of us have chaired the Annual Federation Campaign, and we have led community missions to Cuba and Israel. I am a past president of the Federation and continue to serve on the board. Ellen has been very involved in NC Hillel for years, serving as chair of the board. She has been on the boards of the Jewish Foundation and the Federation. She is a member of Women’s Philanthropy Division and a life member of Hadassah. Civically, she has also chaired the NC Ballet Board and the Enrichment Board for the Guilford County schools.

From living 30+ years in Greensboro, we have come to realize that what counts most is building Jewish community, here and everywhere, in order to ensure Jewish continuity. We hope we have passed this on to our children and future generations.

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Todah Rabah We thank the following people for their contributions to Jewish Family Services. All contributions to JFS are used for client assistance unless otherwise specified by the donor.

Jewish Family Services Romeo Club In Honor: Of: the marriage of Elly Cohen

and Arkady Roytman From: Lois and Howard Mezer Of: Beatrice Spritzer Jaffe From: Helen Hoffman In Memory: Of: Aron Katz From: Marcia and Les Hermelin Of: Harvey Lutins From: Rose and Victor Ackermann

Lois and Howard Mezer Of: Morris Fox From: Lois and Howard Mezer

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JANUARY 2016

Try the New JFS Van—It’s On The Move

urchased in November, the new JFS Van is a Ford Transit, a popular new model to help organizations provide easy group transportation. With the addition of a state of the art Braun wheelchair lift, JFS is in the wonderful position of being able to offer comfortable and affordable rides to seniors and disabled individuals in our community. JFS has had wonderful support for this project over the years from the Federation and from Polly and Buzz Strasser. A yearly grant from Enterprise Holdings Foundation has also been of invaluable assistance. Recently, new sponsors have included Caroline Panzer who has enabled passengers to ride at half-price and Gene Baruch who enables riders on Shabbat to attend services for free. We are very appreciative of all the support the van has received.

Our pool of drivers is wonderful. They include Dennis Eaton, known for his smile

and good cheer; Kevin Thurm, famous for his trivia contests in the van, and Chan White, our very capable weekend driver. Our substitute drivers include Ken Eisenberg, and our newest driver, Johanna Bingham, also drives for the American Hebrew Academy. We are fortunate to have such expert and safe drivers who are also courteous and caring with our riders.

There are many stories associated with the van and those who ride it. We get individuals to dialysis and we take them to the movies. We have taken our Russian ESL class to hear Russian dance and music concerts and we have returned items left in the van to their owners. We make runs to hospitals and get people to doctor’s appointments, the symphony, lectures, and to the airport. If you want to swim at the Y, get your nails done or get a haircut, go to the Shepherd Center for an educational program or attend Vatikim, Friendship Circle, or Shabbat services, just call us. We’re here to get you where you want to go.

The van is here to make sure that older adults and anyone in need of wheelchair service can continue to be an active and involved member of our community. Call Marcia Hermelin three days ahead to schedule at 852-4829, ext. 222.

Faith Based Community Nursing - What it's all About?

Of: May Griffin From: Judy Hyman

Marlene Baruch RN, MSN

Of: James Brower Clark From: Rose and Victor Ackermann

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n my role as your Congregational Nurse for the past seven months, I look back and marvel at the amount of training I’ve had and the difference it has made in my practice. In faith community nursing, we offer independent support and assistance, but typically do not provide doctorordered care. Faith community nursing, sometimes called parish nursing, first began in 1985. We have standards of practice to which we are expected to comply and upon which we base the services we offer our clients.

A faith community nurse is a licensed registered professional nurse (RN) and serves as a member of the staff within a faith community. In my case, I serve on the JFS staff. Our focus is holistic, encompassing mind, body and spirit.

Our services include individualized health teaching, referrals to healthcare providers and/or agencies, counseling, healthcare advocacy and referral. This

Of: Fay Levy From: Susan and Freddy Robinson Speedy Recovery: Of: Tobee Kaplan From: Zelda and George Breslow Food Pantry In Honor: Of: Lenny Samet’s 70th birthday From: Ilene and Adrian Grant

Marcy and Jerry Kaufman

Lois and Howard Mezer

Ellen and Allan Ross Of: Sylvia and Norman Samet From: Nikki, Micah, Jack, Reid and

Tyler Goldstein and Sherry Hecht

includes hospital and home visits as well as collaborating with family members and caregivers.

My focus is primarily with our senior population where I find active listening and presence to be so important to these clients. I make many phone calls to check in with my clients. These calls, as well as home visits, help me continue to build relationships and trust and assist my clients.

Along with several nursing colleagues, I recently completed a 35 hour course on Foundations of Faith Community Nursing. The time spent here was invaluable and will greatly impact my nursing practice.

Jean Watson, a nursing theorist, had this to say about faith community nursing: "Nurses reconstruct an environment that empowers caring... resulting in a return to the sacred core of humankind... connecting with a sense of the divine, and inviting awe and mystery. I strive to make that a reality in my work at JFS.

Marlene can be reached at 852-4829, ext.

224 or mbaruch@shalomgreensboro.org.

This program is funded in part by the BJH Foundation for Seniors Services.

JFS Social Worker Position Open Jewish Family Services has a parttime 20 hour a week clinical social work positon for an MSW LCSW Social Worker. Responsibilities include counselling, case management, and program development. Strong clinical skills, experience in providing therapy, a background in geriatrics, experience with insurance and billing, and knowledge of and respect for Jewish traditions and values are all essential qualities. The social worker is a valued member of the JFS team.

Please send resume and cover letter to Betsy Gamburg at bgamburg@ shalomgreensboro.org.

CAN-ORAH

Of: the marriage of Elly Cohen

and Arkady Roytman From: Wendee and Ivan Cutler

We apologize if we have missed anyone’s contribution.

Please call Jewish Family Services at 852-4829, ext. 222 if we missed you, and we will include you in the next issue.

The minimum donation for each submission is $10.00. Thank you.

Thank you to Chabad of Greensboro and all those who contributed cans of food to the very successful building of the CAN-ORAH at City Center Park on December 6 in celebration of the first night of Hanukkah. We are grateful to Chabad for donating many boxes of canned goods to the JFS Food Pantry.

JFS Camp Scholarships Applications for JFS Camp Scholarships are available at the Federation website www.shalomgreensboro.org along with information about other available financial assistance. Deadline for applying to JFS for the needs based scholarship is February 29, 2016. For more information, contact Betsy Gamburg at 852-4829, Ext 225 or bgamburg@ shalomgreensboro.org.

Pictured (L) to (R) are Keith Rosen, President of the Federation, Greensboro Police Chief Wayne Scott , and Rabbi Plotkin standing behind the CAN-ORAH. Cans were donated to food pantries including the JFS Pantry.

Pictured above are Kevin Thurm (left) JFS Van Driver and David Frazier, JFS Volunteer Coordinator, as they unload the boxes of canned food from the JFS Van.

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Matnah Mitzvah Says Thank You

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e had a very successful program this year culminating in children, teens, adults, and families—43 participants in all—coming together on December 6 to organize, wrap, and deliver almost 100 gift bags for seniors in our community. This is one in an ever growing number of Children and Family programs JFS has offered. With a free pizza lunch and a great spirit, our volunteers did the work and delivered and schmoozed with many seniors. Join us for the Passover Delivery program in the Spring—watch for the date. And thank you to everyone who participated in this mitzvah.

Our Special Young Adult group and volunteers decorated the Hanukkah gift bags.

Community contributions for seniors in our community waiting to be wrapped filled the tables!

Forty-three volunteers helped at the Children and Family Matnah Mitzvah wrapping and delivery event for seniors in our community,

Dave Levine with his sons Noah and Benjamin filling the holiday bags for seniors.

Hanukkah at Abbotswood

Jill Auslander serves latkes.

(L to R) are Rabbi Plotkin, his son on Rabbi Havivi’s shoulders, Cantor Katy Claussen and Rabbi Guttman on piano entertaining the large crowd of residents and guests.

Addie Sellars offers dreidels to Abbotswood residents.

Isobel Shiffler and her dad, Brooke, play Hanukkah songs for the crowd.

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JANUARY 2016

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ederation Ladies’ Night Out to celebrate Hanukkah on December 7 was a huge success. More than 70 women gathered for friendship and fun to light the Menorah and enjoy signature cocktails, latkes and babkas in honor of the occasion.

Erin Rosen, Women’s Philanthropy Division President, led the lighting of the Menorah and offered meaningful reflection on the occasion.

“Now, more than ever, it is important to shine light in this world where there is so much darkness,” Rosen said.

The event was held at GIA restaurant on New Garden Road and featured traditional Hanukkah fare, including delicious latkes and cinnamon babkas, plus a modern take on the traditional with cumin and beet latkes and celery root and parsnip latkes. The Chef at GIA designed a special blueberry mint mojito cocktail, complete with potato-based vodka in honor of the occasion. With outstanding food, fun cocktails and a festive atmosphere, this was truly a night to remember.

Erin Rosen and Emily Gray

Robin Skirboll, Debi Aberman, Erica Herman, Nancy Hoffmann and Jen Strasser

Jill Masters, Irene Cohen and Wendy Woods

Vodka, Latkes and...

Emily Gray, Alina Gerlovin Spalding, Ashley Garcia and Amy Hager

Dana Schleien,Tammi Thurm and Erica Procton Judi Rossabi and Ronnie Grabon

Sara Hantgan, Emily Kranz and Claudia Danoff

Lisa Shapiro and Lorraine Katz

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Alyssa Samet, Cori Hampton and Sara Hantgan

Sharon Moran and Carole Kaplan

Babkas Marian Stein, Deborah Kintzing and Miriam Kaftal

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Robin Lecin and Sue Polinsky

Amy Gers and Dani Luft

Cheryl Greenberg, Lori Heimann and Jane Nichols

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Jewish Family Services

Jewish Family Services Presents:

Joyce Richman and Barbara Demarest Executive Coaches and Noted Authors

JANUARY 2016

JFS VOLUNTEERS Plus…

Answering YOUR questions on all aspects of job hunting Join Joyce and Barbara, distinguished professionals in the field of career counseling, for a town meeting question and answer session.

Bring your questions!

Wednesday, January 13 7:00 p.m.

Volunteers Plus, the JFS group that offers volunteers the opportunity to enrich their experience by meeting and discussing what they do, held a Hanukkah lunch on December 11. Under the leadership of Gail Bretan, this group will now meet the second Friday of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at JFS to enjoy lunch and discussion. Contact Gail Bretan gbretan@shalomgreensboro.org or call 336-4200730 for more information.

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Jewish Family Services Presents

RSVP to bgamburg@shalomgreensboro.org or 852-4829, ext. 225

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Joyce Richman, www.richmanresources.com, has been a career & executive coach since 1982.

In addition to writing the weekly career column for the News & Record, Joyce has authored Roads, Routes, and Ruts: A Guidebook for Career Success.

Barbara Demarest, www.barbarademarest.com, after a 20-year career at the Center for Creative Leadership, coaches executives and entrepreneurs and with Joyce has co-authored Getting Your Kids Out of the House and Into A Job.

The Law, Psychology and Your Children January 11, 2016 7:00 p.m.

Federation Building Our Speakers: David Levine — Associate Professor Elon University School of Law Jennifer Rosenbluth — Therapist & Co-owner Tree of Life Counseling Starr Brown-Hayes — Counselor at Andrews High School RSVP bchilds@shalomgreensboro.org or 852-4829, ext. 226.

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JFS Children and Family Programming Presents: A Day at the Movies!

For school age children and parents Join us as we watch and discuss:

Sunday- January 31, 2016 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Greensboro Jewish Federation Building Snacks Provided During Tu B’Shvat we bring our attention to the natural world.

Following the movie we will discuss WALL-E and our role in protecting our environment RSVP bgamburg@shalomgreensboro.org or 852-4829, ext. 225

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Exciting Changes to B’nai Shalom’s Preschool Program

By Susan Siegel and Lisa Lasovsky Meeting the needs of the school’s students and families is always a priority at B’nai Shalom Day School. After much conversation with parents, school leadership has decided to extend preschool hours including an optional full day Pre-K program beginning in the 2016-2017 school year.

The extension of school day hours allows more time for social, emotional and cognitive Preschool Director Lisa Lasovsky with students growth in our nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment. The optional Kids’Care, B’nai’s after school program, is extended Pre-K program will provide available for all students with a variety of additional enrichment in preparation for pick-up times as late as 6:00 p.m.

Kindergarten.

The faculty and staff of B’nai Shalom The official preschool day of learning are very proud of what the school offers will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 1:00 and feel these changes will improve upon p.m., a change from current hours of 9:00 an already exceptional program. a.m.-12:15 p.m. The new full day Pre-K If you would like to learn more, program will dismiss at 3:20 p.m. along please contact Nikki Goldstein, Director with Lower and Upper School students. of Admissions, at 336-897-0705 or This new schedule will include lunch for ngoldstein@bnai-shalom.org. all preschool children. The school will Susan Siegel is the Head of School and continue offering early drop off from 7:30 Lisa Lasovsky is the Preschool Director at a.m. at no additional cost to families.

B’nai Shalom Day School.

Annual Hanukkah Show - a Festival of Light, Song & Dance B’nai Shalom Day School held the annual Hanukkah Show on December 10 to a packed house. The show, which included song and dance presentations and candle lighting by the Student

Council, culminated with a Lower School performance of The Magic Dreidels followed by the singing of Light One Candle by B’nai Shalom students and alumni.

“Rima’s Recipes" Stuffed Collard Greens

This twist on Stuffed Cabbage makes use of delicious seasonal NC produce: collard greens!

Collard greens are rich in the antioxidants vitamins C and E. And while all vegetables are chock full of phytonutrients, collard greens may be one of the best cholesterol-lowering veggies around. If you want to make these vegetarian, omit the ground turkey and replace the farro with quinoa for a bigger protein boost.

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Ingredients 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 cup mushrooms, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 1 (28-oz.) can or box of chopped tomatoes 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

1 tsp. fresh basil, chopped 1 lb. lean ground turkey 2 cups cooked farro (or other whole grains, quinoa or brown rice) 12-15 collard green leaves Salt and black pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 350 F degrees. Lightly oil a 9x13" casserole baking dish.

In a small pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion; cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add bell pepper, mushrooms and carrots; cook until soft, about 5-8 minutes. Add in tomatoes and juice from tomatoes, cayenne pepper and basil. Bring to a boil. Cover with lid and turn heat to simmer, for about 20 minutes.

While sauce is cooking, cook ground turkey in pan over medium-high heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Add the farro and 2 cups of tomato sauce mixture to the cooked ground turkey. Spread a layer of tomato sauce mixture on bottom of baking dish.

Boil water in large dutch oven or pot. Add collard greens and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove collard green leaves from water and drain. On each collard green leaf, add ground turkey and farro mixture to middle of leaf and roll into a cylinder. Add each rolled collard green leaf to the baking pan on top of tomato sauce mixture until all collard green leaves are rolled and in one layer. Pour remaining sauce on top of rolled leaves. Bake for 30-35 minutes; let cool before serving. Makes six servings.

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Chabad of Greensboro

Beth David Synagogue Vatikim

1/5 The Siddur: One Prayer at a Time (Lee Bretan) 1/12 Kashrut 101 1/19 Jews & Text with Rabbi Ross 1/26 Be Smart with Marci Pearce

Menorah Lighting at Center City Park Jan. 24

Shabbat Club

Meets each Saturday from 9:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. thru 2/27 Our Sunday School has switched over to a Saturday Shabbat Club. Religious school families, B’nai Shalom families and unaffiliated families are invited to join us for this exciting morning.

Each week we will have: Mishpachah Minyan – brief family services where we can all learn about the structure, choreography and meaning of the Shabbat prayers.

Small-group Student Discussions – Age-appropriate discussions on Liturgy as well as Jewish Morals & Ethics.

Torah Study or Musar Study will run concurrently with these discussions, so parents can choose a learning environment as well.

Shabbat Lunch - After services conclude, each week the school community and the shul community will gather for a family-friendly Shabbat lunch. Donations graciously accepted.

Please contact Rabbi Michael to make your donation.

JETT - Each week of Shabbat Club, we will have a fun, hour-long session for the toddlers and pre-K kids from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Shabbat Club will run from 9:00 a.m.

-11:45 a.m. to coincide with the end of services. Please contact Rabbi Michael at (336) 235-7731 or mross@bdgso.org if you have questions or are interested in enrolling your student(s) in school this year.

Meditation Group Meets each Thursday at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact Rabbi Michael at (336) 235-7731 or mross@bdgso.org.

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here was money raining from the skies over Center City Park on Sunday evening December 6, as children scampered about gathering up the golden coins dropping from above.

It was no freak accident. The coins were made of chocolate and covered with foil, and they were dropped by Steve Friedland. It was all part of the festive fun at Chabad of Greensboro’s annual public Golden coins were dropped from above.

Hanukkah menorah (holiday BackPack Beginnings. lamp) lighting.

“This has become the highlight of our Cozy in specially printed sweatshirts, family’s Hanukkah,” said one mother who over 200 people gathered to celebrate attended with her three children. “Every the start of the 8-day holiday. The crowd year, the kids look forward to it, knowing clapped and sang Hanukkah songs with the Mount Sinai Ramblers; children sported Hanukkahthemed balloon creations and took pictures with the dreidel (Hanukkah spinning top) mascot; and everyone enjoyed fresh Hanukkah classics, donuts, and potato pancakes (latkes).

The menorah that was lit this year was unique. Dubbed the “Canorah,” it was constructed out of more than 2,500 donated cans of non-perishable foods.

The giant can menorah was Then there was a scramble to collect them. lit by Police chief Wayne Scott and Jewish Federation President Keith Rosen. But it did not stay that there will always be something for long. As soon as the candles burnt out, different and that this will be the only the structure was taken apart and shipped place outside of synagogue and Hebrew off to be distributed to the needy through school where they feel that being Jewish is three local charities: Jewish Family not just accepted—it’s actually cool.”

Services, Out of the Garden Project, and

Friendship Circle for Children With Special Needs Hanukkah is a time for parties, games, and memories.

All too often, children with special needs and their families are left out at Hanukkah time.

This year, however, special-needs children, their families, and a group of dedicated teen volunteers gathered for a special inclusive Hanukkah celebration where everyone had a blast.

While their parents munched on homemade latkes and enjoyed the relief that comes with being in an accepting environment, the children decorated donuts and crafted edible menorahs with the help of their volunteer-friends. Other fun activities included a Kindermusic interactive workshop, a drumming circle, and a dreidel game where everyone won.

The party was a project of Friendship Circle, Chabad of Greensboro’s division that pairs teenage volunteers with friends with special needs.

The teens regularly share their Sundays with their special-needs friends, making a real difference for them and their families. The special children bask in the fun attention, and the families get some much-needed respite.

Together with “their” volunteers, the special-needs children bake cookies, play games, create arts 'n crafts, read books and just hang out. With so much to look

forward to at these visits, parents report that their children wait all week for their volunteers to show up at their doorsteps.

Since its launch in January of 2008, the Friendship Circle has been a source of positivity, hope, and friendship for many.

“While many organizations address the issues of children with special needs,” says Rebbetzin Hindy Plotkin, “most are focused on goal-oriented therapeutic care. The Friendship Circle brings another dimension: unconditional love. By having this love flow from the youthful spirit of well-guided teenagers, its effectiveness has proven to be remarkable. These volunteers have been able to reach the children in ways that professionals, or even family members, have not.”

For their part, many teen volunteers say that the relationships have enriched their lives. “My special friend has helped me see that there is more to a person than meets the eye,” said Janice, 15-yearold volunteer following the Hanukkah celebration. “He may look, sound and act very different than me, but he taught me so much about enjoying life and being a loyal and true person.”

For more information or to support this program please contact Rabbi Plotkin @ 336-423-8428 or Rabbi@ ChabadGreensboro.com

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BJH Foundation Grant Application

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JH Foundation wants to help your non-profit organization become a grant recipient! The application process for the 2016 grant cycle begins shortly.

BJH Foundation is excited to begin its 10th year of awarding grants to nonprofit organizations that enhance the lives of older Jewish adults. If you are a non-profit synagogue, school, or another organization with a 501(c)(3) status and you serve the older Jewish adult population in North or South Carolina, you could be eligible for a grant.

BJH Foundation has awarded over $1.7 million in grants. Our older Jewish adults have been the winning recipients of these funds as a result of the incredible programs and services non-profit organizations have provided.

Your organization could be one of the lucky recipients if you have a qualifying program or service, complete a grant application following the guidelines, and submit it by the deadline.

We realize there are many more possible ways to enhance the lives of our older Jewish adults. This is an opportunity for your organization to help us create a win-win situation for

everyone. We want to know about your program or service by completing the application along with the required details. Remember to include the baby boomers in your programs as they enter this special population group.

The past nine grant cycles have shown us how dedicated the various organizations can be with all the creative programs and services they provide. BJH Foundation is always interested in new and innovative ideas for our older Jewish adults. Programs that target a specific need are welcome. Think outside the box for programs or service projects that address the needs of our older Jewish adults.

We are excited to review your application for the 2016 grant cycle. You can obtain all the information by visiting our website at www.bjhfoundation.org.

Review the information carefully as many aspects have changed this year including the deadline date and the application questions.

If you need further assistance please contact Wendee Cutler at wcutler@ bjhfoundation.org or call the BJH Foundation office at 336-854-8400.

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The Greensboro Jewish Federation, in partnership with Beth David Synagogue, Temple Emanuel, and the Foundation for Jewish Camp, offers funding to children in grades 3-12, living in the greater Greensboro area, who wish to attend Jewish overnight camp for the first-time.

The Greensboro Jewish Community One Happy Camper Program provides grants to encourage children to attend overnight non-profit Jewish camp for the first-time. It is not a scholarship fund and is not needs-based. Our goal is to engage families who are considering sending their children to camp by giving them $1,000 (for programs 19 days or longer) or $700 (12-18 days) off their camp fee to try a Jewish one.

FAMILIES SHOULD APPLY TO CAMPS SEPARATELY AS SPOTS FILL UP QUICKLY. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT TO BE INFORMED ABOUT YOUR GRANT BEFORE YOU APPLY TO CAMP. Learn about approved camps on the One Happy Camper website by going to the Greensboro Jewish Federation website home page and click on I Want To… and follow the prompt for overnight camps and apply online at https://www.onehappycamper.org/CIPMS/Home.aspx Questions or concerns? Contact David Frazier, JFS Volunteer Coordinator, at 852-4829, ext. 227.

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American Hebrew Academy

American Hebrew Academy to Host Tablet Magazine’s Unorthodox Podcast

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n January 25, 2016, Greensboro’s American Hebrew Academy will host a live taping of the Tablet Magazine podcast, Unorthodox. The weekly show includes fresh, fun, and honest discussion of the latest Jewish news and culture, plus interviews with two guests—one Jewish, the other not.

Hosted by Tablet editor-at-large, author, and NY Times writer Mark Oppenheimer, Unorthodox is part of a wave of innovative podcasts featured on Panoply, Slate.com’s podcast network. Oppenheimer’s co-hosts are Liel Liebowitz, an Israeli-American journalist, author, and video game scholar, and Stephanie Butnick, the deputy editor of Tablet Magazine, also

a published journalist and essayist.

The podcast features two guests – one Jew and one nonJew. Former NC state senator and businessman Marshall Rauch, the Jewish owner of a Christmas ornament company, will appear on the show. The second guest is TBD. Tablet Magazine’s “Unorthodox” podcast will take place on the American Hebrew Academy campus on January 25th 2016 from 6:30-8 p.m. The live podcast will be followed by a short dessert reception.

Please contact Hillary Zaken, American Hebrew Academy Director of Communications, to RSVP or with any questions. hzaken@ americanhebrewacademy.org.

ORDER YOUR 2016 MAH JONGG CARDS Please order your 2016 Mah Jongg cards through Ann Gottman again this year so HADASSAH HOSPITAL in Israel will receive a rebate.

From the 2015 sales, Hadassah received a check for $360.

Regular cards are $8 and large print cards are $9.

Please make checks payable to Ann Gottman and mail to 2204 Red Forest Road, Greensboro 27410 by January 28th, 2016

Any questions call Ann at 336-288-8402 or 336-327-8186.

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Temple Emanuel’s annual Shabbat Service in honor of the Reverend Martin Luther King will take place on Friday, January 15 at 7:30 p.m. and will feature both moving words and inspirational music.

This year’s guest speaker will be Reverend Dr. William Barber II, who has been active since the age of 15 when he was elected president of the NAACP’s youth council.

Rev. Barber is a Protestant minister serving as pastor of Greenleaf Christian Church in Goldsboro, N.C. since 1993. He is a political leader in North Carolina and a member of the national Board of the NAACP, chair of the NAACP Legislative Political Action Committee, and president of the NAACP’s North Carolina state chapter.

The purpose of this annual tradition is not only to honor the memory of Dr. King, but also to reach out and facilitate dialogue with our African American neighbors. It is also a moment to highlight past cooperation during the Civil Rights era and to build for a better future. Members of the Jewish community are encouraged to invite African American friends and associates to attend this service. This service has always been an extraordinarily moving one. Please join us, together with your friends, on this historic occasion and be a positive force for increasing human understanding in our community.

Schmooze with the Rabbi at Print Works Bistro

Enjoy a casual lunch with Rabbi Guttman along with other Temple friends at the Printworks Bistro on Wednesday, January 27 at 12:00 noon. Join us as we talk about anything and everything – from local politics to Jewish issues. Your lunch is on you ~ the conversation is on us.

Reserve your spot with Noah at 292-7899 or ndomont@tegreenboro.org.

Past Presidents' Shabbat

Please join us for a special Shabbat Service in honor of Temple Emanuel’s former presidents on Friday, January 29 at 6:30 p.m. Our guest speakers for the evening will be former president Dick Forman (president from 1978-1980) and Sherry Dickstein (2002-2004), who will share some memories from the times they were president. The service will be followed by an Oneg Shabbat in honor of all our past presidents.

Community January Programs for Tots

Friday, January 8, 6:00 p.m. – Tot Shabbat and Oneg Saturday, January 9, 6:30 p.m. – Family Havdalah Join us on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. for a Family Havdalah Program.

Children are welcome to come to Temple in their pajamas to celebrate Havdalah and hear a story. Havdalah is not simply a ritual of separation. It is a reminder to take time every week – to reflect, slow down, express gratitude and create holy space. This family program will end with milk and cookies just in time to go home to bed.

Friday, January 22, 6:00 p.m. – Tot Shabbat and Oneg Sunday, January 24, 9:30 a.m. – Tu’ B’Shevat Family Education/Activity Day For more information about tot programs, contact Louise Van Schaack at 292-7899 ext. 302 or lvanschaack@ tegreensboro.org

HandyCapable Computer Collection at Temple Temple Emanuel’s Social Action committee is holding a computer collection for the HandyCapable Network from December 28 through January 11. If you were wondering what to do with an old computer or cell phone, consider donating them to HandyCapable. Handy techs refurbish working and non-working computer equipment. Drop off your used equipment at Temple, and we will deliver them to HandyCapable for you.

HandyCapable accepts working and non-working: computer towers, LCD monitors and LCD TVs, LED monitors and LED TVs, servers, laptops and tablets, networking equipment, mainframes and peripherals, working keyboards, mice, cables, cords, cell phones, smartphones and printers. They do not accept nonworking printers, scanners, fax machines, CRT monitors, old TVs or non-computer electronics. It's very convenient, and you'll feel good knowing that your old machine is helping others, not sitting in a landfill.

There is no need to worry about the security of your data on computers donated to HandyCapable. Each machine's hard drive is wiped clean and reused or destroyed with a powerful electromagnet, then shredded at an R2 certified facility. HandyCapable procedures conform to the U.S. Department of Defense standards for data destruction.

Pinchas Zukerman Gala

Jan �� & ��, ����, �pm, Dana Auditorium

Pinchas Zukerman, Violin Amanda Forsyth, Cello Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Violin MENDELSSOHN • BACH • BRAHMS TICKETS: $34, $40, $55; STUDENTS $15

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