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Livingston Foundation pledges $1.5 million to the JCC In response to the appeal for the Campus Building Fund, the Livingston Foundation has announced a pledge of $1.5 million for the creation of a permanent endowment fund for the maintenance and operation of the Jewish Community Center's physical plant. The Foundation will fund this endowment with $125,000 per year for 12 years. This year's contribution will be a part of the trustees' announced plans to distribute $1,000,000 in 1998 as part of its 50th Anniversary observance. "When Tom Fellman and Howard Kooper originally presented the plans for the expansion of the JCC, the trustees understood the need and appreciatedtheir vision for the future," said Bob Kully, Foundation President. "However," he continued, "our concern was where the money would come from for the upkeep of the expanded building if the Center's income is ever insufficient to pay the maintenance and operating costs. The trustees felt that a fund to assure the building will not become a burden on future generations seemed just as important as funds for construction.'' . Pursuant to the Endowment Agreement entered into between the Livingston Foundation and the

Jewish Federation, the fund wilt be invested in perpetuity, and only the income will be used "for the maintenance and operation of the Jewish Community Center's physical plant." "Since much of the building will be new or renovated, maintenance costs should be minimal during the first several years," said Jerry Hoberman, a Foundation Trustee. "As the building gets older and maintenance costs increase, so will the endowment fund. With each annual payment, more income will be available." The original agreement between the Foundation and the Federation provided for a grant of $1,250,000 payable over 10 years, contingent on the Federation raising $3.75 million for, construction, the original estimated cost. As the scope of the project was broadened, and the projected construction costs increased, the Livingston Foundation voluntarily increased its commitment by an additional $250,000 on a matching fund basis, one dollar for each three dollars raised above the $3.75 million, up to $4.5 million. Since this goal has been met, the Foundation's grant will provide the full $1.5 million over 12 years. The Livingston Foundation purchased the present

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David, Rachacl and Sara Yomtoob Parichehr and Joe Yomtoob are Jews who were born in Iran. They moved to the United States 32 years ago because they felt this was where Joe could get the best education. They planned their lives around their family. Joe worked as an educator and Parichehr raised the children, Ben, David and Rebecca. The Yomtoobs were proud of their home, their family, and their new life. Today, their son, David, his wife, Sara, and their 16-month-old daughter, Rachael, are living in a small apartment near the University of Nebraska Medical Center awaiting word that a liver has arrived for David's second transplant—another chance at life! Each Shabbat, Parichehr, who is also living in Omaha, goes to Temple Israel to recite a prayer for her son and his family. During her three pregnancies, Parichehr carefully planned her exercise, nutrition and rest in order to be certain that each baby would be as healthy as possible. Her efforts were rewarded with three bright, beautiful toddlers, each with shining black curls and sparkling dark eyes. David had always been in perfect health and constantly on the go. He earned all A's in his sixthgrade classes, was on the baseball team, had a paper route, and was preparing for his Bar Mitzvah. There waB hardly a time when he wasn't

site of the JCC campus in 1971 with a gift of over $317,000. In addition, through a matching grant program, the Foundation contributed ,25% of the cost, $795,000, for the construction of the building. "It is only fitting that the Livingston Foundation continue to play a key role in this present undertaking," sa^d Suzanne Richards Singer, Trustee. Patty and Steve Nogg^and Marcia and Steve Pitlor, Co-chairs of the JCC building fund drive, praised the Livingston Foundation Trustees for their generosity and commitment in providing this important facet of the project to help insure its success. "As has been their custom, the trustees have shown their leadership in supporting the Jewish Federation and the Jewish community," said Howard Kboper, President of the Federation; Tom Fellman, his predecessor, added, "They have shown the same farsighted view of the community's needs as did Milt Livingston." Murray Newman and Stanley Slosburg are also Trustees of the Livingston Foundation. Yale Richards is counsel and Executive Director. This article was written and submitted by Yale Richards and Suzanne Singer.

Michele Phillips to direct JCC Hanukkah Theatre

The JCC Hanukkah' Theatre'progranrwiH take — in motion. He was a bright, healthy1 child. place on Sunday, Dec 13,1 p.m., in the JCC Theatre. In 1981, David was eagerly looking forward to his The program will Bar Mitzvah. It was on March 22 that he approached include Hanukkah his mother and said, "I'm not feeling well, I think I songs by the Beth have a temperature." This was the beginning of a El Synagogue nightmare which, without heroic efforts, could have Youth Choir and ended David's life in about nine months. the Temple Israel The diagnosis of his illness was common flu, and Youth Choir along the doctor provided him with iron tablets for his with choreolow hemoglobin. His mother saw no reason to graphed dances by worry because his eating habits were those of any the JCC Dance teenager. However, the following week, he came Department and home from school complaining that he itched and several short origithat the other children were telling him that his nal Hanukkah eyes looked yellow. plays performed Something was wrong and it was obviously some- by the youth of the I thing more serious than the aftermath of the flu. dz Inn-and stu- " _„. , ... m-.nMichele Phllh s The diagnosis was hepatitis, an infection of the 'denL of the area P liver for which there is no medication. David was religious schools and Day School. forced to stay at home because the disease is so Michele Phillips, who will direct the program, contagious. Parichehr was troubled by the diagnomanages "Take I," a casting service for broadcast^ sis because none of the other children in his class film and print talent. She directs, acts, writes and had contracted hepatitis. ~ . • sings professionally in area theatres and other Since.Davidseemed to be getting sicker, the fam- venuesvHer most current acting credits include ily headed for Chicago for more tests. The tests Parallel Lives and LUV and she recently completindicated a problem with his liver. Following tests ed work on SNAP'S Torch Song Trilogy. by an ophthalmologist, it was suspected that he This past summer, she received a Theatre Arts had Wilson's Disease, a birth defect that prevents the body from properly eliminating copper. The Guild award for her direction of the Omaha precopper accumulates either in the brain or the liver. miere oiLoue, Valour, Compassion. In the fall of 1996, Phillips worked closely with In David's case, it destroyed his liver. Wilson's Disease is a rarity in the United States resident conductor Ernest Richardson to produce because both parents must be carriers. David was the video and spoken audio portions of the, Omaha not to start his treatment until doctors could take a Symphony's Concert for Xputh. She also provided biopsy of his liver. His condition worsened day stage direction for the Symphony's production of after day. His bilirubin, a compound normally Amadeus Unplugged. The program will be- followed by a dessert recepderived from hemoglobin, had risen to 57, the hightion in the JCC gallery, and Hanukkah music with est count physicians had ever seen! In August of 1981, doctors approached Parichehr the "Inspirations"—Anna Mosenkis and Lev and spoke of the possibility of a liver transplant for Shekhtman. Tickets are on sale at member services at the JCC David. At that time, transplants were considered experimental surgery, but David's condition had (334-6426). Cost is $5 for adults; $3 for children. The event is sponsored by the Theatre at the J, worsened, so it was decided he would be taken to Pittsburgh for a possible transplant. Dr. Thomas the Dance and Youth Services Departments of the : \' • Starzl performed the transplant at the Pittsburgh Jewish Community Center. ,. For more information, call 334-6403. . . . (Continued on page 8 )

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LAURIE JANE (SIMONS) MISLE Services for .Laurie Jane Misle, 42, were held Nov. 16 at Beth El Synagogue. Burial was jn'Beth El Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, Bryan; children, Andy and Amy, all of Lincoln; parents, Dr. Milton and Maxine Simons; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Jerry and Judy Simons; sisters and brothers-in-law, Carol and Alan Parsow and Shari and Kerry Fields; parents-in-law, Henry and Esther Misle; brothersin-law and sisters-in-law, Sidney Misle, Dr. Lilly and Dr. Herschel Stoller, Dr. Barbara and Dr. • Wayne Cornblath; and nieces and nephews. Memorials to the Leukemia Society.

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Member of the tjnipfr of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America 1502 No. 52nd St>' Omaha, NE 68104 556-6288 Services conducted by Rabbi Howard Kutner. Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. . FRTOAY: Kabbalat Shabbat service, 4:45 p.m. SATURDAY: Services, 8:45 a.m., Robert Ferer Bar Mitzvah; Little People service, 10:15 aan.; Jr. Congregation, 10:30 a.m. Babysitter service courtesy of Sisterhood; Kiddush luncheon sponsored by William and Nancy Ferer in-honor of their son's Bar Mitzvah; Class with Rabbi Kutner, 4:05 p.m.; Mincha, 4:35 p.m., followed by Shalosh Seudot, Ma'ariv and Havdalah. SUNDAY and THURSDAY (Thanksgiving): Services, 9 aan.; Mincha, 4:40 p.m. WEEKDAYS: Services, 7 a.m.; Mincha, 4:40 p.m.

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ROSE BLUMKIN JEWISH HOME FRIDAY: Shabbat service, 7 p.m., led by Nancy and Sheldon Rips. SATURDAY: Services, 9 a.m., led by Harold Gottlieb. The last Shabbat of each month, a memorial service is held for residents of the RBJH who have died during the month.

BEYT SHALOM A» Affiliate of t i e nstmctionist Federation' P.O. BOX24U30, Omaha, NE 68134&&0 7S&-8233 , http://c0me.to/beytsbala1n/ FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat, 7:30 p.m. SUNDAY: Religious school for all grades at the JCC, 10 aan. There will also be school Tuesday at 4 p.m. for grades 4-8. Rabbi Myer Kripke will teach "An Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures," 12:15 pan., at the JCC. This six-week class will run through Nov. 29, and is open to the public. NOTE: Next Friday will be Shabbat in the Home due to Thanksgiving weekend.

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B'NAI ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE 018 MynstCJ* S t , Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503 Phone: 3824705 E-MAIL; docjeb2(^uno.con» FRD3AY: Services, 7:30 p.m., followed by an Oneg Shabbat. Guest speaker will be Dr. Eugene Freund, Prof. Emeritus at University of Nebraska, will review the book, "Guns, Germs and Steel-The Story of How Mankind Survived to Modernity."

CONGREGATION B'NAI JESHURUN Member of the Union ri H b C g 2061S. 20th St., Lincoln, NE 68502-2797 .'. . ; ,435-BpO4 Services officiated by Cantor Michael Weisser. FRIDAY: Sabbath Eve service, 7:45 p.m. SATURDAY: Shabbat worship, 9:30 a.m.; Torah study, 10:30 aan. SUNDAY: Hebrew School, 9 a.m.; Religious School, 10 aan. WEDNESDAY: Adult Education, 7:30 p.m., A Study in the Book of Micah: the Prophet of the Poor. THURSDAY: Choir rehearsal, 7:30 p.m. INTERFAITH THANKGIVING SERVICE Thursday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m., at Vine Congregational Church, 1800 Twin Ridge Road (just off Summer east of 56th St.). TECHNIQUE CLASSES Alexander Technique classes at the Temple with Robert Rickover will continue on Mondays, 7:309 pan., through Dec. 7. Cost is $10 per class. No previous experience is necessary. To register, call Robert at 4754433.

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Bat Mitzvah Jennifer Dyann Finkle, daughter of Dr. David and Judi Finkle, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, Nov. 28, at Beth El Synagogue. A seventh grade honor student at Peter Kiewit Middle School, she enjoys dance, acting and playing the piano. She has won numerous awards for competitive dancing. Her most recent performances were The Music Man anfl the World Premier of Princess Diana, the Musical. In addition, she has been selected to participate in the Duke University Talent Identification program and also participates in Beth El's "Bonding with Israel" program. Jennifer has two brothers, Andrew and Steven. Grandparents are Rose Davis and Barbara Finkle, both of Omaha, and the late Saul Z. Davis and Maynard Finkle. To all the lucky Jewish people in Omaha: Saturday night, Nov. 7,1 had the privilege of being the "Mother-of-the-Bride" at Temple Israel. Along with the pleasure I felt knowing my daughter was marrying a wonderful person, I also felt panic knowing I had to plan a wedding with both a Reform rabbi and an Orthodox rabbi. We all have heard horror stories of rabbis having to give up their "turf" or the reputation of rabbi's being, so territorial that they just won't compromise. During my first meeting with Rabbi Azriel, as I began telling him, or should I say "crying" to him, about this family from Israel who had huge requests for the wedding, I knew everything would be OK. With Rabbi Azriel's direction, I contacted Rabbi Kutner and immediately^ had the same comforting experience. Although there are many differences in the customs for weddings between Reform and Orthodox, I found out how lucky we are to have these two rabbis in Omaha. They worked together and each made compromises for the care and ben? efit of my daughter and the entire family. So, to Rabbi Azriel and Rabbi Kutner, thanks from all of us! TODA RABAH, Harriet Fishel

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American Jews and Israeli Jews This week, more than two dozen Omahans were in Israel; some as part of the Major Gifts mission, some to attend the General Assembly of the Council of Jewish Federations. Our numbers were as high a percentage as many of the larger Jewish communities, and our reputation, it seems, is just as great. This is due* in no smalLpart, to the efforts of our own Jewish Federation and its Executive Director, Jan Perelman, who years ago stoked the fires on behalf of missions to Israel. Of course, she didn't do it alone; she was helped by Anne Broder Shackman, Omaha's first mission chairman; Margo Riekes, who helped create ARTZA, the summer teen trip to Israel; atid countless others, including, but not limited to Bobbie Epstein, a member of the UJA

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UJA Women's Campaign National Board and Bobbi Leibowitz, a member of the Midwest Regional Board; and all the dozens of chairmen of the many Omaha missions. Also on board has been the leadership of the Federation Board and its Budget and Allocations Committee, who, time and time again, have given financial support to this program. How has this benefitted Omaha? For starters, it allows participants to meet Israelis on their turf and get to know them as individuals, rather than as the broad generalizations so often characterized in the media. Another benefit has been the opportunities for sharing ideas and goals which sometimes materialize as real projects—like Partnership 2000, for one. Readers can look forward to more insights as participants return to Omaha..

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After Kristalnacht: and Armistice Day

Food for thought in a tragedy by Carl Alpert

HAIFA - The relatively short item in the Hebrew press about a murder in the local Arab community could be read simply as a human interest story, a domestic tragedy, or could be interpreted as having a significance far beyond the confines of the family concerned. Let's look at the report. The Abdalla family lives in Wadi Nisnas, the Arab quarter in the heart of Haifa; It is a devoutly Moslem family, hound by the traditions of the faith. Without this knowledge of the family, the daughter, Maryam, struck up an acquaintanceship with a young Arab by the name of Muhammad elHijama. The friendship led to intimacies. The family had other plans, however, and in due course, Maryam was betrothed and then married to a Jordanian Arab. The marriage was apparently successful, and Maryam was only too willing to forget Muhammad and her youthful indiscretions with him. Not Muhammad, however. He had had a good time with the girl. She had been willing. Why could they not meet privately from time to time and continue their pleasant intimacies? Maryam resisted his importuning, but they continued, and she became concerned that his existence might become known to her husband. • • The next time the ardent youth established contact, she arranged to meet him in a private spot away from Wadi Nisnas,-and have the matter out witK^tt|m3?'Sce;aitd'rfor'-all. The spot chosen was the '-Garden of Statuary, a public park up oh the Carinel, off Zionism Avenue, and usually relatively deserted. He professed his longing for her, and begged that they continue their relationship. She flatly refused, and asked that he refrain from calling her any more. : Muhammad became angry. If she did not agree, he threatened, he would reveal to her husband and to the family that at the time of her marriage she

had not been a virgin. Revelation of that fact would mean she had dishonored the family, and according to folk tradition, her fate would be death. The press frequently carries reports of Arab girls killed by members of their own families for such offenses. It is not clear if she had made plans in advance, but she had a knife in her purse. Before he could make a move, she stabbed him again and again, with desperate fury. He died; she was arrested and put on trial. The prosecution demanded a life sentence for premeditated murder, but the judges found that she had been under mental stress at the time of the crime, and sentenced her to the minimum under the law, 16 years in prison. Her attorney declared that after she had served a mandatory period of three years, he would petition President Weizman for a pardon. Certainly a tragedy, but there is also cause for serious thought. The Abdalla family lives in Haifa, as indicated, in a modern, civilized environment, not in some remote village in the Galilee, where the family honor cases usually occur. Maryam'had every reason to believe that if her indiscretions became known to the family, her fate was certain. This was the tradition. • Th'Ose of us who only observe,.sadly, are also con-cerned. This is the mentality of countless thousands of religious Moslems in Israel and elsewhere. It is akin to the mentality of those who' become suicide bombers, in the name of Allah. This is the kind of folk tradition and mindset which enlightened Palestinians themselves recognize and must fight against. But, it is difficult to rely on pacts and promises made by a people, many of whom are motivated in this way. Maryam, and Muhammad, too, fell victim to that state of mind, which Israel must take into consideration in its dealings with the other side.

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North American Jews meet in Israel for General Assembly by Julia Goldman

Some of the daylong excursions and the cross-culNEW YORK (JTA) -- After forging a partnership the real relationship for the 21st century for North tural dialogues held at Jerusalem's International this summer with the United Jewish Appeal and American Jewry and the Jews of Israel." That relationship "is the key note of the entire Conference Center touch on these issues, as well as the United Israel Appeal, the Council of Jewish Federations, North American Jewry's main coordi- federation system," said CJF Executive Vice-presi- other emerging concerns, "such as the changing nating and service organization, is making similar dent Jay Yoskowitz, just days before his departure Jewish family, ecology and environment, civil for Israel. rights and philanthropy in Israel. overtures tx/the people of Israel. "As the relationship changes, it becomes someOther seminars and events exhibited the results The CJF's constituents from more than 200 autonomous local federations converged on Jerusalem thing very different, very positive. We/ll be of North American philanthropy in Israel, such as this past week for its 67th General Assembly, titled strengthening that relationship and making it partnerships between U.S. and Israeli cities. Only a handful of scheduled events dealt specifically "Many People, Many Roads, One Heart." (Editor's more of a partnership," Yoskowitz said. The union was codified at the final event of the with subjects that once made the G.A. a forum for note: Among the delegates were Omahans Joel Alperson, Forrest Knitter, Bob Belgrade, Sara Juster, intercontinental gathering when Knesset members exchanging insights and expertise on organizationMark Sanford, and professionals Barbara Gottlieb, and North American Jewish leaders met to discuss al and fund-raising techniques. During the Jerusalem meetings, top partnership Carol Katzman, Julee Katzman, Pam Monsky, Marty issues that have strained American Jewish-Israeli brass and local federation leaders, together with Ricks and Bob Wolfson. Jan Perelman accompanied a relations over the last few years. At the conclusion of this "Parliament, of the the heads of the Jewish Agency for Israel and the Major Gifts Mission to Moscow with Jan and Les Schneiderman, Mort and J a n Glass, and Bob Jewish People," each of the 3,400 participants from American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Belgrade; Mike and Judy Feldman, and Zoe Riekes North America and ^Israel expected a t the G.A. met behind closed doors for nuts-and-bolts discussigned a covenant stating the communities' inten- sions of thejiew entity's mission and leadership. met the mission in Israel). But plans for the systematic overhaul are ongoThe four-day conference, the largest annual gath- tion to fortify and maintain Jewish unity worldering of leadership in North American Jewish com- wide. Jews around the world will be able to sign ing, including a major restructuring of the new entity's governing bodies that will give local federamunal life, kicked off Nov. 16 with an address by the document via the Internet at www.ga98.org But the centerpiece of the convention was tions a majority Voice in deciding how the money Israeli-Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is the first G.A., as the annual gathering is Wednesday, as every G.A. participant embarked on collected in UJA campaigns is allocated overseas. Recent trends have pointed to a growing desire popularly known, to be held outside of North one of 38 "routes" or "seminar on wheels," field America. Orchestrated to celebrate Israel's 50th trips throughout Israel designed to provide first- on the part of North American Jews to give funds anniversary, the G.A. focused on the intersection of hand experience of the critical issues defining the directly to causes and private organizations, a American Jewish-Israeli relationship today. trend that has put additional stress on local federaIsraeli and North American Jewish life. {Editor's note: The Omaha delegation visited sites tions. In addition, Israel has become more self-sufPresided over by "mega-donor" and federation activist Charles Bronfman, this is also thefirstcon-in the Western Galilee, this community's ficient and more socially complex, and a philosophi-' vention of federations to take place under the part- Partnership 2000 region, and met with Israeli cal distance has grown between Diaspora Jews and nership's nei/2'ba.nner, UJA Federations of North counterparts in community service, business, Israelis. One underlying purpose of this year's G.A., thereAmerica^Ut discussions of the merger and infor- health and human services and education.) . Topping that list, according to Wexler, are the fore, was to generate enthusiasm for the work of mational sessions on fund raising, professional development or government regulations — a main-- need for Jewish education in America and a deeper the partnership and its connection to Israel. Wexler said he hoped the conference "created a stay of past G.A. programming - took a backseat understanding of tolerance and democracy in this year to an examination of Israel-Diaspora Israel; the effects of the global economy on Jewish new sensitivity in the relationship" between communities in the former Soviet Union and the American Jews and Israelis. "Hopefully we will all affairs. 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Russell Bennett was among the students who were recently inducted into the National Honor Society at Millard Norjh High School. He is the son of Sandy and Bruce Gordon. • Included in the 41 high school sophomores who have been selected from 313 applicants 'for Youth Leadership Omaha are: Brian Durmaskin, son of Jay and Julie Durmaskin; Justiv Eveloff, son of Mark and Dani Eveloff; Chris Hoeger, daughter of Jane Edenberger and Mark Hoeger; and Anne Muskin, daughter of MaryBeth and Bruce Muskin.

Y.E.S. Members will meet Monday at the JCC. English as a second language for new Americans will start at 10 a.m. Bingo starts at 10:30. Come enjoy a new exercise class with Sharon Lewis at 10:30 in the adult lounge. All are welcome and there is no charge. Bring articles to share for the "YES Talk" discussion group at 11. Following a hot kosher lunch at noon, Bryan Lebeau, Professor from Creighton University, will speak on American Holidays. For transportation, call 330-4272. WALK-IN DROP-IN " There will be no meeting Thursday due to the Thanksgiving holiday. VISIONS UNO Theatre presents All in the Timing fry David Ives in the Weber Fine Arts Building on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m. Cost is $4 per person. For reservations, send form to Maurice and Rosalie Meiches, 5036 Parker, Omaha, NE 68104. Deadline is Nov. 23. Make checks payable to Jewish Senior Services.

Jay Kulakofsky (left) and David Saylan were among those recently inducted into the Burke High School National Honor Society. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership, character and volunteer service. Parents are Janie and Alan Kulakofsky and Jacki and Steve Saylan.

Michael Salmi, of Beyt. Shalom Reconstructionist Synagogue in Omaha, was recently elected to the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation (JRF) Board of Directors. In addition, he will serve as BREADBREAKERS Vice-president for the Midwest Region. Salmi curA pfe-Thanksgiving roast for Benjamin Netanyahu (who will not actually attend) will be . rently serves as Vice-president of Beyt Shalom' and held at Breadbreakers on Wednesday, according to as the Co-director of its religious school. Adam Jacobs. The late Martin J. Kushner, an Omaha attorBreadbreakers meets every Wednesday at noon ney, was posthumously awarded the Robert Spire at Highland Country Club. Cost is $7.75 and the Award by the Nebraska Bar Association. The program is open to the community. award, named for the late Nebraska attorney general, is presented to individuals who have shown JEWISH WAR VETERANS selfless commitment to equal access to justice for Meeting Schedule all people, through providing pro bono legal work. Epstein-Morgan Post #260, Jewish War Veterans, will meet the third Sunday of each Jennifer Kay, daughter of Leslie and Helen month at 10:30 a.m. in the conference room at the Kay, has recently been hired as a Travel Jewish Community Center. Meetings are sched- Consultant with Royal Travel and Tours. She is a uled from September, 1998; through June, 1999. graduate of North American Travel School.

Rabbi Myer S. Kripke was among the rabbis who were paid tribute by the Jewish Theological Seminary "for the manifold contributions which they have made during their active careers in the rabbinate, careers of service which brought honor to the Seminary, the Rabbinical Assembly and the Conservative movement, and blessing to the Jewish people." The rabbis were ordained at the Seminary 60 years ago or more. A bountiful harvest from the field of Jewish family education is displayed in the just-released First Fruit: A Whizin Anthology of Jewish Family . Education, published by The Shirley and Arthur Whizin Institute for Jewish Family Life at the University of Judaism. It is co-edited by Dr. Ron Wolfson, University Vice-president and Director of the Whizin Institute for Jewish Family Life at the University of Judaism, and Dr. Adrianne Bank, a nationally known Jewish community consultant and an adjunct faculty member in the University of Judaism's MBA program. Dr. Wolfson is also the author of The Art of Jewish Living, a highly acclaimed series of books on celebrating Jewish holidays in the home. Baker's Supermarkets has recently donated $5,000 to Special Olympics Nebraska. The donation is a result of in-store promotions at Omaha-area Baker's stores. The money will assist Special Olympics Nebraska with this year's "Heartland ' Winter Games."

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Medical Center. The procedure made headlines. Dr. Starzl played a special role in the medical community's acceptance of liver transplantation and it soon became recognized as therapy, not experimental. These were also the early days which started the introduction of cyclosporin to control organ rejection." ' " " r ' " . • .'''•"" - ; ; - " ' : David was in a coma and weighed 56 pounds before the transplant. He was eight hours away ; from death when the transplant was performed. Because of Kis condition, the recovery period was long. He had to learn to walk, eat and perform simple tasks all over again. Parichehr said, "Dr. Starzl told us that David would not only live, but it wpold be a miracle. He would w a l k e d even play soccer. I didn't know whether to laugh or collapse in tears of joy." The family thought their nightmare was over and they would live happily ever after. On March 19, 1982, David carried the Torah at his Bar Mitzvah. More than 500 guests watched as he participated in the ceremony. It was raining that day and David said, "This was God's way of blessing the event." David lived as a normal teenager. He graduated as salutatorian of his high school class and went on to attend Western Michigan University, where he met Sara Lindhurst. They were married in 1994; their daughter, Rachael, was born in 1997. There are presently 56,845 patients waiting for an organ transplant in the United States. In 1997, because of the lack of available organs, only 19,971 transplants were performed. The longer arr individual patient has to wait for an organ, the sicker he or she gets—as evidenced by David's condition. This increases the risk of surgery. If you were to ask most Jews whether or not Jewish law permits organ donation, they would probably guess that it did not. Jewish law, or halacha, calls for respect for the dead by not defil-

ing or deriving benefit from a dead body. In 1968, the question of cadaver transplants was brought beforejtabbi Solomon Frcchof, the authority on Reform legal tradition. He found that all prohibitions against making' use of the dead body would be set aside by the principle of pikuach nefesh, the saving of a human life, which overrides nearly any other consideration. Orthodox authorities have also come to this same conclusion. In 1995, Alisa Flatow, a 20-year-old Orthodox Jewish student from Brandeis University, was • killed by a terrorist bomb in Israel. Her parents, after consultation with their rabbi and medical halachic authorities, donated her organs to six patients on waiting lists. This single act of generosity by one family made more inroads into Jewish acceptance of organ donation than all the rabbinic opinion that could be written. -, Even though David Yomtoob'has enjoyed quality, of life for the past 17 years, he has had many medical procedures to keep him healthy. Today, the 30-; year-old software engineer hopes to be given anoth : er chance at life. He says, "My transplanted liver is . dying;"

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Newman Foundation funds programs for teens and young adults by Claudia Sherman, Foundation Public Relations Coordinator

Programs for teenagers and young adults in the Omaha community are recipients of grants from the Murray H. and Sharee C. Newman Supporting Foundation. At their recent meeting, trustees awarded funds to the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization (BBYO), the Anti-Defamation League/Community Relations Committee (ADL/CRC), and the Jewish Federation. BBYO will celebrate its 75th anniversary in the spring of 1999. Omaha, the site of BBYO's origin, will host the Spring Regional Convention from April 22-25. To provide an environment at the convention for teens to discuss contemporary issues such as selfesteem, relationships, sexuality, racism, drug and alcohol abuse, depression, and suicide, and then compare them to Jewish ethics, the Union for Traditional Judaism (UTJ) has developed a program called "Taking the MTV Challenge." The program examines commercials, music videos, situation comedies on television, cartoons, etc. Trained professionals from UTJ will train Omaha staff members to help facilitate the program, which ' approaches matters such as propaganda, violence, drug abuse and racism through Jewish values. The teenagers are able to discuss these problems in a safe and controlled environment under the guidance of the experienced UTJ professionals. Between 200 to 300 BBYO members from Omaha, Kansas City, St. Louis and Columbia, MO, are expected to attend. ; •. The Newman Supporting Foundation also provided funds to the ADL/CRC for its 13th annual Prejudice Elimination Workshop, which is scheduled for Nov. 3, 1999. More than 350 high school juniors from 26 area schools and approximately 50 school counselors, teachers and other staff are expected to participate. Debbi Brown, Assistant ADL Director, commenting

on the November, 1998, Prejudice Elimination Workshop said, "Since almost every person has tolerance issues, the workshop is successful in that it helps students think inclusively." ' By providing an understanding of prejudice and discrimination and the damage they inflict, high school students are encouraged to recognize their own and others' biases. Participants begin to take personal responsibility for combating prejudice and discrimination in their schools, homes and communities. The workshop strives to build bridges of understanding and new friendships among students who represent diverse cultures, races, religions, sexuality, and different abilities. Ten young adult leaders from Omaha, ages 2545, will be able to attend the UJA/CJF Midwest Young Leadership Conference in March, 1999, in Cleveland, Ohio, thanks to a third grant provided by the Newman Supporting Foundation to the Jewish Federation. Programming for young singles, sessions on raising Jewish children and instilling Jewish values, and information on connecting Federation work to UJA and the conference will be discussed. The theme of the conference is "Rock 'n Soul: Judaism for My Generation." Other topics will include Israel/Diaspora relations (Partnership 2000) and the peace process. An estimated 500 young Jewish leaders from the midwest region are expected to attend the Conference. In addition to these allocations, the Newman Supporting Foundation designated $3,000 for scholarships to Jewish camps, teen and young adult trips to Israel, and college scholarships. The Newman Supporting Foundation is administered by The Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Omaha. -

JCC gallery features watercolors by Pam Patton Pam Patton is exhibiting floral still-lifes and landscapes of Nebraska in transparent watercolor and colored pencil in the Jewish Community Center gallery now through Nov. 27. A native of Bellevue, NE, she studied art history, studio art and sculpture at Bellevue University. She has pursued her love for painting through private lessons and workshops conducted by national artists. Patton has won numerous awards and is an

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A true BBYO summer by Mendel Kurland '

Everyone knows how much people look up to their older siblings, and I am no different. This is the reason why it was no surprise when I told my '.parents I wanted to embark on a journey my older brother embarked on as a Junior in .'high school four years ago. 't ' This journey was none other than the Kallah experience held in Starlight, PA. Each year, 150 participants come together to spend four quality weeks with each other in the beautiful setting of the Pocono Mountains. This was and is the perfect setting to grow spiritually, physically and mentally. It is also the perfect place to create friends that will last a lifetime. As I got to camp, I could already feel the electricity in the air; the first week seemed very busy and tedious. That Shabbat when I reflected on my week, as was a custom of the camp after Friday night services, I realized that the long week was what Kallah was all about. There were programs from a fake birthday party for the coordinators, to

a March of the Living program that, in my opinion.was the most powerful Holocaust memorial that I have ever experienced. As Kallah came to a close, I said goodbye to friends; it seemed to go so quickly. I then did something that would bring me even closer to the camp and the programs. I decided to stay for ILTC (International Leadership Training Conference). It was weird seeing all new faces in the same spot where remnants of old memories still lurked, but that made me understand that life was not only about meeting new people but leaving people, too, as they go their separate ways. With Dave Forgosh leading the ILTC Community, we learned his vision for this conference was to be extra special. Each week had it's own theme. We watched movies on the theme and did trust activities on the ropes course. Once again, the friends, memories and strengths that I built there as a person will never be forgot

ten and I will always carry them with me. Finally, as this three-week hike through intense activity ended, it was time once again to say goodbye, and say hello to "500 more people. It was the program that closed my summer and one of the best weeks of my life. It was International Convention, and I was given the honor to participate fully in ft. I was allowed to be on two planning committees, and the ruach (spirit) there was unbelievable. But as they say, "time keeps on tickin' into the future, I'm gonna fly like an eagle to the sea, fly like an eagle let my spirit carry me." It was time for me, too, to slip into the future and say goodbye-to the camp, memories, people, activities, Shabbat and special businesses of the week, and fly away to where I live to bring the spirit of these great programs to help people, teach people, and make people understand more about their Judaism, BBYO, friendships and life. These three programs truly "paved the way for a lifelong

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lew Thor and Julie Rosenquist of Omaha announce the Nov. 5 birth of their son, Asher Samuel, named for his great-grandfather. Grandparents are Dr. and Mrs. Larry Roffinan ' and Mr. and Mrs. James Rosenquist, all of Omaha. Great-grandparents are Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Greene, Evelyn Ahlstrand, t h e late Edward Rosenquist, the late Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Hawley, the late Sam Roffinan, the late Ruth Roffinan Shapiro and the late Ben Shapiro. James R. and Kim T. Simon announce the Sept. 29 birth of their daughter, Madison Claire. Madison has a sister, Gabrielle Elisabeth, 1. Grandparents are Stephen and Kathryn Simon of Omaha, Vibeke Trusty of Kansas City, MO, and Michael Trusty of Santa Fe, N.M, Great:grandparents are Jean Daniel of Rogers, AR, Jean Weil of Cleveland, and the late Lester and Gertrude Simon.

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by Bert Lewis

I've been noticing some of the advertising of so- a sore back, you might think this is a good idea. I called "new" products lately, and I have to tell you, really am giving this one some serious consideraI find many of these products somewhat amusing. tion. I guess those ads aren't so foolish after all. They Some are probably worthwhile and maybe even worth the price, but some are definitely funny to introduce new ideas as well as updated versions of tried and true old things. I mean, look at that "tush read about. For example', there's a little (4x5") calculator cush". . .seat pads have been made for years and that's also a dictionary, which carries some 80,000 years, but this one has a special shape and the ad words and definitions. It does numerous other claims it's very comfortable. word tricks, and for about 100 bucks, (plus $6.95 I probably won't really send away for any of this s&h), it can be all yours. Can you resist that? stuff~I always intend to, but somehow don't get Then there's something for mail carriers, joggers, around td it. But you have to admit, anything bicyclists or kids. It's called "the Dazer" and it's a called a tush cush has a certain appeal! small, hand-held gizmo which emits a high frequency sound audible only to dogs. It's battery by operated and you can own it for about $35. I supArt Grossman JSose it might really' be useful if it actually works. Let's face it. , At a person is running or walking or whatever and .is suddenly confronted with an For reasons of scheduling, the OT/Y.E.S. jumped angry-looking dog, it might be comforting to be able to push a button and see the dog stop, and off the starting blocks and celebrated Thanksgiving then run the other way! That could definitely be on Nov. 9, a couple of weeks ahead of the traditional date. But, kinderlach, regardless of the date and worth 35 bucks. Of course, the lumbar cushion which is supposed despite miserable weather, we had over 100 in , to bring relief to people with back problems isn't attendance. At the Early Bird discussion, results of the recent "new, but the inflatable one on my list is different. In addition, it comes with a plug which can adapt election were reviewed. One other topic, in particuto the cigarette lighter in the car, so it can go out lar, struck a chord in our minds. Acclaimed comas well as make the favorite chair even more com- mentator George F. Will wrote in the Washington Post: "Don't judge a book by its cover. But begin fortable. There are a number of other items, but there's judging Ron Rosenbaum's book by its brilliant dust nothing special about them, except for this last jacket; which features an old, grainy black-andone. It's called the Tush Cush and is described as white photo of a cherubic infant, less than a year an orthopedic seat cushion "scientifically designed old, dressed in a white gown with a ruffled collar, to relieve and prevent lower back pain." Now that's staring at the camera with wide, dark eyes, his delkind of hard to ignore, because it looks like i t . icate lips slightly parted, a look of mild curiosity on his round face. might be worth having! How did this small bundle of potentialities I read about this stuff and wonder how many people order these things. I don't do much purchasing become-ADOLPH HITLER. Rosenbaum's book by mail order, but I did see something in a car title is: Explaining Hitler: The Search for the accessories catalogue the other day which tempted Origins of His Evil. A highlight of the turkey party was a repeat me. It was a seat cushion which "revolved", kind of like a lazy susan tray. The ad said it was beneficial appearance of the Country Dancers from Camelot for people who didn't want to twist the body when Community Center whose precision routines are a getting in or out of the car, because the person delight. We welcomed new member Larry Sadofsky; and could just back up to the open car door, sit on the revolving cushion, then swing the legs around stood in memory of Al Kblasky, a long-time memwhere they belong. Don't laugh-if you've ever had ber of the OT.

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Outreach Havdalah to feature LA. humorist Chris Campbell by Mimi Rogers

. ••• YJO and Temple Israel's Outreach committee will sponsor a performance by Chris Campbell, comedian/storyteller from Los Angeles, for a Havdalah and program on Saturday, Nov. 28, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., at the home of Lee and Howard Needelman. Campbell's program is entitled "So You Want to be a Jew?: A Journey from-Suburb to Shtetl."" He will weave rabbinic wisdom with his personal story. • Recent Outreach Fellows Le£ Needelman, Stephanie Grossman and I experienced a performance by Campbell at Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati this August and came back with rave reviews. "He'll make you laugh and cry. He'll touch your soul," they all agreed. Campbell has a background in theater and became a Jew-by-choice four years ago. His passion for Judaism is evident in his observance of Shabbat, daily minyan, keeping kosher and traditional Jewish behavior. He studied under a Reform rabbi, added Conservative elements and ended with a formal conversion with a Conservative bet din. His background in theater includes drama school

at Circle in the Square Theater School in New York City and at the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia. Campbell has performed in plays in New York, Philadelphia and Los Angeles and most recently in an original piece in Los Angeles. He portrayed Billy in Streamers by David Rabe, and the Angel of Death in Sandbox by Edward Albee. He has performed a series of one-man shows he wrote, does stand-up comedy, arid has also written for other comedians. When asked why he went into theater, he responded, "I believed I would be given the opportunity to touch people and have an effect on them. As I had been touched by theater and film even at my darkest hour, I hope I could do that for my audience." RSVP to Temple at 556-6536 for direction. This program is for adults only, please. It will be followed by refreshments and is open to the community. <

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