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Partnership 2000 programs soon to appear in Omaha by Carol Katzman
Opening to "rave reviews," according to Jewish Community. Center Executive Director Jeffrey Aizenberg, the new Sokolof Health and.Fitness Center is now available for current and prospective members of the JCC. Boasting a banked oval track with two walking lanes and two lanes for runners, the fitness center also offers weight-training equipment and three levels of cardio-vascular machines. Specialized equipment is available for the disabled for both exercise and weight training. For information about the fitness center, JCC programs or membership, contact Lisa Shkolnick at Member Services at 334-6425.
Basketball team plays at Maccabi games in Houston
The girls' basketball team included, back row, from left: Emily Gordon, Coach Bob Franzese, Hannah Wolf, Sasha Skulsky, Michele Simon, and parent Phil Wolf; front row: Lindsay Itkin, Sierra Gendelman, Emily Muskin and Kate Josephson.
"We didn't win medals, but it was pure excitement for both the boys and girls," said Bob Franzese, Basketball Director at the Jewish Community Center. "* His sentiment was echoed by Phil Wolf, co-coach for the girls team, upon the return to Omaha recently from the Aug. 9-13 Maccabi Games in Houston. • Eight girls, ages 13-15, won four games and lost two and although they came home without medals, "they did very well and the Omaha Jewish community should be proud of the team," said Mr. Wolf. He said this was one of the youngest teams in the competition and they are all looking forward to an opportunity to play next year in Tucson. Members of the girls team are Sierra Gendelman, Michelle Simon, Emily Muskin, Emily Gordon, Sasha Skulsky, Hannah Wolf, Kate Josephson and Lindsay Itkito. "The boys," their coach said, "must have practiced 3040 times, getting up at 6:30 a.m. all summer long, but this trip was a reward for their hard effort." They won four games and lost one. Ranging from ages 13-16, the boys team includes Slava Etus, Ed Makarov, Cory Epstein, Matt Kelberg, Adam Rosen, Adam Freeman, Alex Shekhtman and Vitaliy Tsyrlin. ,-.-..
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Beveridge Junior High School will be the first Omaha school to participate in a Partnership 2000 project with the Ghetto Fighters' House Yad LaYeled (Children's Museum) in Israel's Western Galilee, according to educator and former Omahan Beth Seldin Dotan. She was in Omaha recently to visit her parents, Ted and Sarah Seldin, and to meet with Bob Wolfson, Executive Director of the Anti-Defamation League, who is helping her coordinate this project locally. A seventh-grade class at Beveridge will read the same books, either The Sandgame or the Island on Bird'Street, as their Israeli counterparts, each in their own language. Both books are by Uri Orlev, a child survivor of the Holocaust and award-winning Israeli author. Students will then discuss the book with one another, via the internet, and work on projects together. The pilot project has already been implemented in Teaneck, NJ; Atlanta, GA; New York City; and Solomon Schecter schools on the East Coast, as well as in several other Partnership 2000 (P2K) schools in the Midwest Consortium-in Dallas, TX; Louisville, KY; and Akron, OH. "We're delighted to be working with Melissa Prohaska, teacher of the seventh grade class at Beveridge," Dotan noted, adding that Principal Cara Riggs has "been very supportive." Dotan explained that the follow-up projects, based on the two books, can be in a variety of areas—drama, creative writing, computer work. "This, gives teachers options, depending on the type of students they may have-in.a-particular class," Dotan said. "After all, there are different learning styles, whether a student is Israeli or . American. In addition to the creative aspect, this particular Holocaust project gives students a view of history from the point of view of adolescents, Dotan noted. (Continued on page 12)
Temple Israel launches journey groups Synagogue 2000 (S2K), a nationwide program among 21 selected Reform and Conservative congregations from across the country, is reinventing the concept of the synagogue. Temple Israel is one of the participating congregations. The program aims to make synagogues more than just places of worship; they are communities, sources of comfort and helpful resources and places to feel connected with others, as well as have fun. In the spirit of S2K, Temple Israel is launching Jewish Journey Groups. Topics for these groups can be educational, spiritual or emotional. The groups are unique because they are small and informal, short in duration and have the added dimensions of sharing, prayer and music. We are pleased to announce the following inaugural groups: Living With Illness—For people living with an illness or love someone who is. Jewish Spirituality—tJsing ancient and modern texts, participants will gain a deeper level of soul and a better sense of spirituality.
"The Sabbath," by Abraham Joshua Heschel—The book "The Sabbath," will be used to gain familiarity with Heschel and his insightful understanding of sacred tune. Ancient Israel-A Historical Perspective—A comparative study of the history of the Jews during the biblical period, using the Bible versus standard texts. All meetings will take place at Temple Israel. For further information, call Temple at 556-6536.
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High Holy Day programs planned at Temple Israel bylrisRicks . The Women of Reform Judaism at Temple Israel 6:15 p.m. services on Rosh Hashanah eve and Yom have created meaningful, educational and spiritual Kippur eve, and for the morning services on Rosh experiences for children during the High Holy Days. Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Children will be grouped according to their age or The programming will include music, storytelling, prayer writing and other age-appropriate grade in school. Regular Sitter Service (without activities that will help children understand the programs) will be available during the Youth significance of the High Holy Days and feel a part Family Services on Rosh Hashanah and Yom of the community. These activities will also Kippur, beginning with the panel discussion and enhance their understanding "and participation in continuing until the conclusion of services. Pre-registration is mandatory. the afternoon children's services. For further information, contact Temple Israel at The programs are for children from one year through fourth grade and will be available for the 656-6536.
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Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Services conducted by Rabbi Howard Kutner. FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat service, 7 p.m. SATURDAY: Services, 8:45 a.m.; Little People service, 10:15 aan..; Jr. Congregation, 10:30 a.m.; Kiddush sponsored by Sisterhood. Rabbi's class, 7 p.m.; Mincha, 7:30 p.m., Ma'ariv and Havdalah, 8:34 p.m.; SELICHOT: Social hour, 10 p.m., refreshments will be served; lecture by Rabbi Kutner, "The Meaning of Forgiveness," 11 pan.; Selichot service, 11:30 pjn. SUNDAY: Services, 9 a.m.; Beis Hamedrash, 9:45 a.m.; Kever Avot services—Golden Hill Cemetery, 11 a.m.; B'nai Jacob Cemetery, 11:30 am.; Beth Israel/Mt. Sinai, 12:15 pan.; BHH (Fisher Farm) 1:15 pan.; Mincha, 7:30 p.m. MONDAY (Labor Day): Services,'9 a.m.; Rabbi's High Holiday class, 11 a.m., at the Rose Blumkin Home conference center, lunch will be served. Make reservations with the synagogue office. Mincha, 7:30 p.m. WEEKDAYS: Services, 7 aan^ Mincha, 7:30 pan. FRIDAY, Sept. 10 (Erev Rosh Hashanah): Services, 6:30 a.m.; Mincha, 7:25 p.m.
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Services conducted by Rabbi Mendel Katzman. FRIDAY: Services, 9:30 a.m. SATURDAY: Services, 9:30 a.m., followed by Kiddush; Mincha/Ma'ariv, 6:30 p.m., followed by TIFERETH ISRAEL Havdalah. Member of the United Synagogue WEEKDAYS: Shacharit, 1 a.m.; Mincha/Map 'ariv, 7:30 pan. GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP REUNION 8219 SJieriOan BM,, Lincoln, NE 68502-5236 Sunday, Sept. 5, 10 a.m., at Chabad House. Services conducted by Rabbi Stanley M. Wear your camp T-shirt and be ready for a day of Rosenbaum. Minyan on Monday and Thursday at Ganizzyfun! 7:15 a.m. SHOFAR FOR SHUT-INS B'not Mitzvah oflva and Maya Fabrikant on Sunday, Sept. 12-If you know a homebound person who would benefit, or you would like to vol- Friday and Saturday. FRIDAY: Services, 8 p.m.; Oneg Shabbat hosted unteer, call Elizabeth a t 330-1800. by Marina and Dya Fabrikant SATURDAY: Services, 9:30 a.m.; Kiddush luncheon hosted by Marina and Ilya Fabrikant. % \ f y ) ; ; .. Selichot: Coffee, program, services, 8:45 p.m. Council Bluffs, Iowa 51508v<W66 SUNDAY: Fabrikant Family Chamber Music •"""- ., Phone* 322-4705 - ' Concert, 7:30 p.m., followed by a reception. j FRIDAY: Services, 7:30 p.m. Discussion topic is "What is the Sohar and what importance does it have for the Jews?" Oneg Shabbat, prepared by Peggy Deland and Sandra Kurland, will follow.
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Maya Iva Maya a n d I v a Fabrikant, twin daughters of Dr. Ilya Fabrikant and Marina Fabrikant, will celebrate their Bat Mitzvah on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 3 and 4, at Tifereth Israel Synagogue in Lincoln. The girls are eighth-grade students at Irving Middle School in Lincoln. Maya enjoys studying French, Russian and Hebrew languages. She received an International language award in French, an Ail-American Scholar award, and placed third in math competition. She also enjoys playing the violin, reading and playing soccer. Iva also enjoys studying languages: German, Russian and Hebrew. One of her biggest interests is drawing, and she won second place in a drawing competition. In addition, she also enjoys reading and playing soccer. Maya and Iva have a brother, Benjamin. : Grandparents are Sara Fabrikant of Cherry Hill, N.J., and the late Josef Fabrikant, and the late Leivick and Sheina Sorkin and Frieda Kagan.
Temple Israel to host Sukkah building and decorating by Mike Sherry
A new Temple Israel group, catering especially to individuals in their 20's and 30's, married or sinNebraska ETV presents Delta Jews gle, is having its first event: a sukkah building and Delta Jews, a program examining Jews living in decorating party at the Temple on Sept. 21 a t the Mississippi delta and how they have forged a 7 p.m. (rain date is Sept. 23). The event will be held in the Temple's Milder hybrid identity out of their religious and regional no cost; heritage, will be shown on Nebraska ETV on Center, and children are welcome. There is dessert will be served. ...'."...'.'..:," •: Sunday,Sept.5,11 a m . CT/10a.m.MT. The new group is called Temple Israel Young The program repeats on EduCable on WednesProfessionals Organization (TIYPO); the group's day, Sept. 8, at midnight CT/11 pan. MT. Delta Jews is closed captioned for hearing- mission is to provide a social, educational and spiritual outlet for young professionals; " ' impaired viewers. Besides, the sukkah building get-together, a Hanukkah party is being planned as well. Details PERSONAL will be announced. The steering committee, Thanks to all my friends and family for their' chaired by Gil Cohen, includes Rabbi Debbie Stiel thoughtfulness while I was at the Rose Blumkin; and Cantor Jennifer Blum. Home. Your cards, calls and visits were greatly For more information, call Rabbi Stiel or Cantor appreciated. Millie Greenberg Blum at 556-6536.
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Editorial L'Shana Tova U'Metuka Next week, the 33rd annual New Year's edition of the Jewish Press will make its debut. Featuring "Central High School: Yesterday and Today," the 88-page paper contains a wide variety of stories, photos, maps, reprinted columns and speeches covering nearly 100 years of involvement by the Jewish community in Omaha's first high school. There's good news and bad news about tackling such a big subject such asAthiB...the good news is we received an unusually large number of submissions: photos, speeches, columns (such as Taggin' the Teens) and personal recollections. The bad news is we didn't have room for all of it! However, we now have a list of names,' addresses and phone numbers of former .Oiriahans who graduated from Central High School. That list will' become the basis for more features'for our "Where Are They Now?" column, a feature which has generated many positive comments from both
our in-town and out-of-town readers. To those whose stories and photos we could not use in this year's New Year's issue, we apologize and hope you'll continue to submit your ideas, comments and memorabilia for future special issues. In addition, the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society is planning to publish a future journal on Central High School as well. The staff and committee of the Jewish Press was thrilled about the response to our requests from Central graduates...and is looking forward to the NJHS continuing to research and publish stories and photos about Central and the Jewish neighborhoods. We hope our readers and advertisers enjoy looking through our largest issue of the year as much as we enjoyed putting it together. Please continue to send us your comments, let us know how we can serve you better...and have a happy, healthy 5760!
Letters to the Editor To the Editor: It is difficult to read about an issue one knows well arid be "tpleranf that many are only getting the informati6n'*in' the press." Hence, I would like to offer the original, letter delivered to the Henry Doorly Zoo
regarding the date of the Zoofari fundraiser. Many people have strong opinions about this letter without eyer having read it. Let this be a lesson to be better informed with the facts. I hope the reprint of this letter is informative. Issuing judg-
Life is fragile by Harry Allen
- The cataclysm in Turkey and its staggering toll of misery gives added meaning to our unsana tokef prayer on Rosh Hashanah--"who shall live and who shall die, who shall be at ease, and who shall go wandering." However, tentative are ones belief in religion that particular prayer cannot help but shatter ones certainty about the future. Life is indeed tentative and fragile. As with individuals, so too it is with nations-great and small, prosperous or poor, righteous or corrupt, powerful or weak. But the unsana tokef gives us all an out by concluding that we can take steps to avoid the severity of the decree against us. But just as none of us can be certain of what our personal future holds, nations as well look to an unpredictable time. And this is especially so with Israel as we prepare to inaugurate the year 6760 of our Jewish calendar and the millennium year 2000 of thesecularcalendar... ...-',. , i Uncertainties,abound in^our neighborhood. Water shed changes are occurring in the Arab world. In Jordan, the new king Abdullah is feeling his way-trying to maintain his peace with Israel, which Hussein and Rabin so carefully crafted and, at the same time, restoring ties with Syria. In Syria itself, Assad is in poor health and is grooming his son to take over. What this may mean in terms of peace with Israel is not yet clear. The old guard is increasingly fragile in Saudi Arabia and the mantle of leadership will soon pass to a new generation to govern a country with strong undercurrents of fundamentalism. Fundamentalism in Iran is still strong and will remain so until the women decide to abandon the
chador. Women are the mainstays of Iranian fundamentalism. And what of Israel? Ehud Barak is moving slowly with deliberation toward an accommodation with the Palestinians. Will this coming year see the emergence of a Palestinian state and the creation of a new reality between "us and them"? An increasing level of domestic and sexual violence has rent the social fabric of Israel.' Not a day passes but that the press reports new cases of spousal abuse, teenage rape of young girls or corporate corruption. Will our so-called religious leadership finally speak out this year, not for miniscule observances but the Jewish ethical concerns? We do not need more men with tzisis or women withshaitals, but more people who understand the essence of Jewish religious values. Will leadership take the path of helping this nation'avert the severity of the decree or will it sit isolated from the people as were the priests in the days of the second Temple? So here we are, acing a future both personal and national, which is only dimly identified. In the musical "South Pacific," one of the songs had the line, "who can explain it, who can tell you why, fools give you reasons—wise men never try."
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ment without the facts is a dangerous game. The letter was sent to Dr. Lee Simmons, the Zoo's Executive Board and the chairmen of the event. Its intention was to enlighten and educate, not to suggest motives. (There were none!) The oversight of planning an event such as zoofari on Rosh Hashanah was a mistake (and) poorly handled. Because of action, I am confident it will not be poorly handled again. Hopefully other community charities planning events will learn from our action. If the non-Jewish community understands the significance of the High Holidays, perhaps they can be more sensitive. They can only do' this if they know the importance of the High Holidays, and they can only know this if we tell them. ;. This incident was an excellent learning opportunity. As I say to my children, "Communication is the key to a happy family." The letter read as follows: "We and many other members of the Omaha Jewish community have long been vigorous supporters of the wonderful Henry Doorly Zoo. Accordingly, we were surprised and are concerned that the biannual Zoofari fundraising event is being held on the first night of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, a holy, traditional family and congregation evening. "The choice of dates matters greatly to many people who are involved members of our community. It is important that sensitivity be given in the future to assure that conflicts such as this will not occur again. , "The zoo is one of the most vital assets of the Omaha community and, through this great facility, we have successfully increased our collective awareness and sensitivity to the wonders of the world beyond our confines here in Omaha. As members of the Jewish community, we similarly carry the obligation to make the diversity of our human family a central issue on our communal plate. Respect for various cultures can enhance our community and continue to move Omaha towards even higher vistas. "The undersigned are a representation of the Omaha community who share our sentiment." (You know who you are.) Katherine Finnegan (Continued on page 5)
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Top new headliners of the year by Carl Alpert
Haifa-Names make the news. Scores of names Ovadia Yosef as head of his party, succeeding make the headlines in Israel, but most of them are Aryeh Deri, who had been convicted of corruption repeats. Each year at Eosh Hashanah, we list the and bribery-taking. The appointment is temporary, 10 new names which captured public attention dur- pending results of Deri's appeal to the Supreme ing the preceding 12 months. Some may be famil- Court. In the political negotiations following the iar, but only this year did they manage to make it elections, Ishai was returned to the government as to the top. Once listed, a name is no longer eligible. Minister of Labor and Social Welfare, the only Here is the 1999 list, in alphabetical order. carry-over from the previous Cabinet. . Linor Abergil, chosen as Israel's Beauty Queen Tommy Lapid, with a reputation as a controverlast year, went on to become Miss Universe in an sial journalist and TV talk show participant, leaped international contest. She made headlines of a dif- into politics by assuming the leadership of the ferent kind with charges that a travel agent had moribund Shinui Party. Campaigning on a viruraped her. lent anti-religious platform, he succeeded in headBenny Begin, almost unanimously highly ing a contingent of six Shinui members elected to regarded for his integrity, headed a nationalist the Knesset. He refused to seek participation in the political parly and made an ill-fated bid for the pre- government because of the presence of religious miership. He withdrew on the eve of the elections parties there. and announced his retirement from politics. Rana Raslan, 22, made history as the first Arab Eyal Berkowitz, Israel soccer star, formerly with woman to be selected as Miss Israel..Reaction in Maccabi Haifa, made sport history when his con- the Arab community was mixed, as conservative tract with Westham United of London was pur- elements scorned the very concept of a beauty conchased for $8.5 million dollars by the Glasgow test. She said she looked upon her success as eviCeltics, a top European club! In the meantime, dence to, the world that Jews and Arabs can get Israel's national team is doing well in European along. competitions. Gone are the days when Israel could Amnon Rubinstein, in the news for many years boast that it always "lost with honor." " as legal educator, politically active in Shinui and Azmi Bishara, head of the~Balad (National Meretz, newspaper columnist, member of the Democratic, Assembly) Party, became the first Arab Knesset and many times member of the governever to run for the post of Prime Minister. He with- ment cabinet, the latest as Minister of Education, drew from the race shortly before the elections, but really hit the headlines when a crucial post-midgained enormous publicity. He was re-elected a night session of the Knesset was abruptly member of the Knesset, together with a second adjourned upon receipt of a telephone report that member of his party. he had suddenly died in the hospital. The report Shiran Franco, nine-year-old Israeli girl, made proved to be untrue, leading to false accusations sensational headlines when after being buried for and a series of investigations. four days and nights under the wreckage of a buildYossi Sarid, left wing politician who has been in ing in the Turkish earthquake, she was found alive the news for many years, made top headlines when and conscious and in relatively good physical condi- his much-publicized pre-election vow that he would tion. never be a member of a government which included Eli Ishai of the Shas Party was named by Rabbi the ultra-Orthodox, was forgotten when he has-
tened to accept Premier Barak's invitation to sit; alongside Shas members in the Cabinet and assume the post of Minister of Education. And how many of last year's new headliners do you remember? They were: Shaul Amor, Yehuda Gil, Danna International, Nahum Manbar, Roni Milo, Ori Orr, Amir Peretz, Matan Vilnai, Pninat Yanai and Danny Yatom. • ''••;'..';•
Letters to the Editor (Continued from page 4) To the Editor: •: Many thanks for Harry Allen's excellent article about Barak's performance as Israel's Prime Minister. Barak, of course, has the same problems that faced Natanyahu — how to comply with the United States' demands that Israel give back the Arab land that Israel desperately needs for its security and living space in its role of providing sanctuary for Jews, oppressed in their home countries. ' Strangely, the U.S., who can't stand to have the tiny country of Cuba some 95 miles away, wants Israel to live, cheek-by-jowl with the terrorist Arabs, at no risk to the U.S. Why shouldn't the U.S. have to put a billion dollars in escrow to be given to Israel immediately, should the Arabs violate the peace? If not that, why doesn't a terrorist act by the Arabs reduce the lands to be given back by 30%, with those lands being closest to Israel's internal borders? I have never seen an explanation for the U.S. to call the land captured by Arab invaders "occupied lands," nor have I ever seen the Sinai Peninsula, (given back to Egypt for words not backed up with anything) called "de-occupied lands." Arthur Dutky
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Read it and eat
September 3,1999
Noa Levin to lead Hadassah's AIGalgalim
Anne Willan's Cook it Right by Anne Willan (Reader's Digest, $29.95) Reviewed by Lois Friedman
Containing such sections aB fish, poultry, meat, eggs, sauces, vegetables, pasta-grains-legumes, fruit, desserts, breads and cakes-pastries-cookies, this cookbook contains a wealth of information and answers to perplexing cooking situations in order to "achieve perfection with every dish." "A picture is better than 1,000 words" had to be the mission of this cookbook, which explains cooking dilemmas and clearly illustrates just what something is supposed to or not supposed to look like. Having all the supporting photographs with accompanying text is fascinating. With every type of problem that could .arise, "quick fixes" are suggested to help prevent a disaster and turn something dry and tasteless into dinner. Well, except for seriously scorched and heavily over-salty disasters. ' These are more difficult to disguise. , One hundred and fifty different ingredients are helpfully detailed, and their cooking techniques shown. Learn what the "color of juice from meat or poultry" means. When is something overcooked? What's the difference between fudge and sauce? All these challenges are solved with quick solutions and recipes too. Go front baking, stewing, broiling, poaching and
roasting, to whipping and glazing. From latticed American apple pie to Pat's stuffed zucchini, every recipe involves a learning experience. Anyone who had a few failures in the kitchen will acquire new courage. You'll enjoy the good reading, the delightful
recipes, fabulous color photographs and a clearer understanding of how to prepare and cook food. The following is a recipe for the chapter detailing bread making. CHALLAH 1 tbsp. / 1 0 g active dry yeast 1 cup / 250 ml lukewarm water 1/4 cup / 60 ml vegetable oil 1/4 cup / 50 g sugar 2 eggs, beaten until mixed 2 tbsp. salt 41/2 cups / 550 g flour, or more if needed 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tbsp. water for glazing 1 tsp. poppy seeds for sprinkling Sprinkle yeast over 3-4 tablespoons of the water and let stand until dissolved, stirring once, about 5 rninutes. Add oil and sugar to the remaining water and stir until the sugar dissolves. In a large bowl, combine eggs with the salt, dissolved yeast, and the water, oil and sugar mixture. Stir in half the flour and mix well with your hands. Work in remaining flour, a little at a time, adding enough to make dough pull away from sides of bowl in a ball; should be soft and slightly sticky. Brush a large bowl with oil. Turn dough out on a floured work surface. Knead by picking it up and slapping it down on the work surface. Continue kneading until smooth and very elastic, 5-8 minutes. Dough can be mixed or kneaded in a heavyduty electric mixer. Put the dough in oiled bowl and flip so the surface is oiled. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, 1-1112 hours. Brush baking sheet with oil. Turn dough out on work surface and knead lightly. Cut into 3 equal pieces. Roll each piece to form a long strand, stretching and tapering each end. Line the strands up next to each other. Starting in the center and working toward one end, braid the strands, stretching them as you move toward the end to accentuate the taper. Turn dough and braid the other half. Loaf should be fattest in the center. Pinch ends and tuck under the braid. Transfer the braided loaf to baking sheet. Cover with a dry cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk; 45-60 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Brush loaf with egg glaze and sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake 35-40 minutes. Transfer bread to o rack to cool. Makes 1 large loaf.
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Organizations B'NAI B'RITH BREADBREAKERS Rabbi Shlomo Levin, Director of the Omaha Center for Torah Learning, will speak at B'nai B'rith Breadbreakers on Wednesday, according to Steve Riekes. JC C Director Jeff Aizenberg will speak Sept. 15. B'nai B'rith Breadbreakers meets every Wednesday at noon at Pastimes Restaurant, 129th and W. Maple. The program is open to the community. Cost is $8.50. Y.E.S. There will be no meeting Monday due to Labor Day. Make reservations for the Sukkot Party on Sept. 27. Deadline for WinnaVegas Casino on Sept. 30 is Sept. 23. Make reservations with Maggie at 334-6521. Join us Monday, Sept. 13, for a special program on the Ronald McDonald House.
Former Omahan Gerald A. Heeger has been appointed the third President of the University of Maryland University College. He has been dean of the School for Continuing and Professional Studies at New York University. Dr. Heeger, 56, had served also as dean of the New School for Social Research and in several leadership positions at Adelphi University. Son of the late Alice and Peter Heeger, he graduated from Central High School, earned his masters from the University of Chicago in 1968, and his doctorate in political science from the same institution in 1971.
Volunteers are needed for the YWCA Women Against Violence hotline. Volunteers receive calls from victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and child sexual abuse, as well as their family and friends. During the 39-hour training program, volunteers will learn the dynamics behind these crimes, as well as crisis intervention and active listening skills, and a brief background in medical and legal procedures. After training, volunteers staff the line two to three shifts per month from their home, at a time conveniently scheduled. Daytime and weekend volunteers are especially neded. A daytime training session begins Sept. 15. Call the Volunteer Coordinator, 345-6555, for more information. . i .^ .
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Births Louri and Charlie Sullivan anrixnince the Aug. 10 birth of their daughter, Samantha Frances, named in memory of her maternai\ereatgreat-grandfather, Sam Meyerson, and maternal great-grandmother, Frances Fellman. Samantha has a sister, Rachel, 4, and a brother, Josh, 3. Grandparents are Darlynn and Tom Fellman and the late Colleen and Bill Sullivan. Great-grandparents a r e Leo and Helen Meyerson.
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I don't put to much time into considering what will be the week's pick, because I know that something will always fall into my lap. Recently, I was in the process of cataloguing the library's CD collection (actually, it was 4 pjn. and I was nursing an af f 1 i c t i on known as "cataloguer's headache") when Carol Katzman (Editor of the Jewish Press) dropped a promotional copy of a new CD on my desk. I put it in the CD player only for the purpose of I figuring out exactly what it was and where to catalog it. Immediately, I was no longer interested in cataloguing at all, and was utterly transfixed. The disk,, Songs to the Invisible God, by Ruth Wieder Megan, consists of nothing but Magan's haunting voice., The songs, I learned from the promo which came with the disk, range from, "authentic nigunim, piyut, and traditional prayers recited during .Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. . .the magical words of the Zohar. . .mystical incantations of the kabbalah to the Ladino folk songs of medieval Spain." You do not have to worry about me having the library's copy checked out. . . I a n buying it. Come down to the library and check it out or reserve it today. •
The St. Louis Jewish Community Center, entering its 16th year of providing quality cruise trips for Jewish singles, is planning three cruises . According to Gail Rose, Singles Coordinator for the St. Louis JCC, "Our cruises have been very successful. We work with a top-notch travel agency that makes sure everything goes off without any problems. People in our group get personalized serMarc Warren and Barbara Benenson vice. We have so many activities planned, singles announce the Aug. 8 birth of their son, Benjamin are only alone if they choose to be." Morris. ; The "Fourth Annual Nationwide Middle Years in Benjamin has a sister, Rachel, 21/2. the "Med" " cruise is scheduled from Oct. 27-Nov. 9, Grandparents are Marty and Marilyn Warren of 1999. The M.S. Rotterdam of the Holland America Chesterfield, MO, and Alvin and Madeleine Line will spend 12 nights in the Mediterranean. Berenson of Short Hills, NJ. Ports include Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Rome, Great-grandparents are David and Jeanne Naples, Kusadasi Athens, Olympia and Venice. Dvorkin of Omaha and Frances Schwartz of The trip includes deluxe stateroom, all meals, Queens, NY. taxes, special cocktail parties, planned activities, optional sightseeing tours, gratuities, gifts and Tony and Patty Nogg announce the Aug. 2 more, starting at $2,990. birth of their daughter, Olivia Ruth. ' A "Young Adults" Jewish Singles Cruise to Grandparents are Don and Ozzie Nogg and Fina Calica, Cancun and the Grand Caymans will be D'Agosta and Charles D'Agosta. Nov. 15-20, 1999. Prices start at $649 and include Great-grandmother is Nellie D'Agosta. the cruise, port charges and taxes, all meals, welcome aboard party, Shabbat service and oneg, Ellie and Jeff Epstein announce the Aug. 11 optional sightseeing tours', private cocktail party, birth of their daughter, Calista Beth (Cali), named gratuities and more. for her grandmothers, Constance (Penny) Dix and The "Super Cruise of the Millennium" will be Barbara (Bobbie) Epstein. Cali's Hebrew name is Feb. 20-27, 2000, and departs San Juan for St. Basha, for her grandmother, Bobbie Epstein. Lucia, Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Croix and St. Thomas. Cali has a brother, Alec, 2. Prices start a t $ l , 2 4 9 and include cruise, port Grandparents are Bobbie and Bob Epstein of charges, gratuities, all meals, welcome party, Omaha and Penny and Dennis Dix of Avon, CT. optional sightseeing tours, special cocktail parties Great-grandparents are Sis and Art Adler of and more. Omaha and Phyllis Dix of Westchester County, NY. For more information about these singles cruises, please contact Gail Rose at 314-432-5700, or call Stacie and Marc Brodkey announce the Aug. Brentwood Travel at 800-628-3941. 11 birth of their son, Benjamin Noah, named in memory of his great-grandmothers, Bernice Brodkey and Nettie Brooks. Grandparents are Jerry and Vicki Chesen and Key i n t o lOOKt, M U I K , VIOtO, *ND * (Aft Sherman and Sandy Brodkey. Jewish Great-grandparents are Louis and Edith Chesen, Omaha a t the late Nettie and Sol Brooks, the late Morris www. Lasensky, the late Edward E. and Bernice Sherman Brodkey, the late David and Pearl Hahn Jewish and the late Morris Silverbrand.
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Dinner before the Yom Kippur fast: Hosting an important, difficult meal by Linda Morel
NEW YORK (JTA)—While preparing for Yom ">rk"Kippur, many people focus on buying break-the.<-'fast foods, not realizing that partaking in the meal * j preceding the holiday is a mitzvah. Yet anyone who ' h a s hosted this occasion, squeezed between work- -'flay and holiday, knows it is fraught with logistical • -"prftblbms. ' Known as the seudah mafseket, or closing meal, this dinner by daylight must be concluded in time for people to arrive at their synagogue for the Kol Nidre service, which begins at sundown. ', -"Because the timing is tricky, eating beforehand ,- is always a quick affair," says a fund-raiser from Manhattan, who scrambles to get several courses on the table. A career woman and mother of two, she can't juggle cooking for a crowd larger than her immediate family. Selecting appropriate and practical dishes, hosts face menu-planning challenges. Although scheduling tempts throwing together a meal in haste, Yom Kippur is hardly an occasion for fast food. The eve prior to the fast should have a festive character, advises Rabbi and Chef Gil Marks in his cookbook The World of Jewish Entertaining. The table should be set as nicely as it is for the Sabbath. In other words, the evening should have an elegant tone, another issue for busy hosts to consider: While seeking a menu more exalted than everyday fare, they must steer clear of rich foods, which undermine the solemnity of the holiday and can cause indigestion;
For health reasons, the menu should be plentiful and sustaining. According to the sages, just as Jews must fast on Yom Kippur, they should also eat heartily before sunset in order to participate fully the next day. Because quenching thirst is forbidden while fasting, bland foods are recommended to prevent undue discomfort during prayers. ' Unaware of the consequences, a Manhattan special education teacher once served The Silver Palate Cookbook's famed Chicken Marbella before the holiday. Although it's the book's most popular recipe, the chicken is marinated in garlic, oregano, olives and capers. "Such a spicy, salty dish created a nightmarish fast for my guests," she says, still guilty for what she served. Respecting the holiday's significance and its special needs, the balanced, refined main course below combines holiday traditions with today's food trends. Easily assembled during crunch time, it is as dignified as the occasion. The menu features a succulent chicken dish that is bursting with mushrooms. The entree of choice on the Sabbath, when families enjoy the best meal of the week, chicken is also a Yom Kippur tradition, dating back to the medieval custom of kaparot. Not often practiced today, the ritual entails swinging a fowl over a person's head, transferring his .sins to the chicken. Although chicken is a good choice because it is low in fat and high in protein, many people wonder
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Bert's Eye View
by Bert Lewis HOUSECLEANING
Much of the time, I'm scratching my head to find a topic for this column, but kids, I have my work all cut out for me today. What's on my mind?. The news about Hillary and her Grandma's second husband, of course. After all, this is a Jewish newspaper and we're interested in vital information, right? Is this information really vital? Well, you be the judge. By now, of course, you know that Hillary is dreaming of becoming the Senator from New York. You already must know she's been criticized. because (among other things) she's not a New Yorker, and New Yorkers are very chauvinistic about their territory. You also probably know many Jewish folks help make up the population of NY, and their vote is prized highly by political aspirants. The "Jewish Vote" is (no doubt) a topic taught in Political Science classes all over the state. . Ok, is it getting clearer now? All of a sudden, the news gets out that Mrs. C.'s grandmother was married to a fine Jewish gentleman and, furthermore, had a daughter with him. So that means not only is there a Jewish step-zada, but a half-Jewish aunt..I should be careful to mention this was a second marriage but, nonetheless, a marriage. Now comes the part where the newspapers get into the act and start carrying on about this being a ploy to court the Jewish vote. After all, if Hillary has a Jewish connection in her family, no matter how tenuous, shouldn't the Jewish voters rally round and help her? Well, the press is having a ball. I have a copy of the New York Post with a photo of Mrs. C and the caption "Shakin' the tree," and the .story under it captioned "The first Shiksa wants to be a Yenta? Oy!" Of course this paper doesn't enjoy the prestige of the New York Times, which is putting it mildly, but it's an example of the press response to this "news." And, it should also be noted, the Forward, a respected Jewish newspaper, also carried the story, but in a much less sensational and more dignified format.
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Derech Torah class to start September 23
'Women of Worth' back to school Chabad's Women's Division will start its fall study session on Tuesday, Sept. 7. The classes include "Feeding Among the Lilies," which includes discussions based on the eclectic mix of essays and articles presented in this book. Topics range from Jewish culture to the significance of the age of 40, from the Yiddish'language to Jewish unity. The group will meet on Mondays from ll:45-to 1 p.m. Participants should bring a sack lunch; drinks will be served. Also, "A Tale of Two Souls," an introduction to the study of Kabbalah, will meet on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. Through the study of the Tanya and a variety of other texts, this class will examine the struggles and challenges of life as they are illuminated through the teachings of mysticism. Shani Katzman will teach and facilitate the discussions. "I am excited that more and more women are clamoring to study and to become increasingly in touch with their Jewish roots," Katzman said. The class is open to all women of the community. No prior background is necessary to partake of these studies. The eight-week' course will be followed by a winter session. A nominal registration fee of $36 is suggested at the beginning of the session. In addition, a Kosher Kuisine Klub is being formed and will offer periodic classes and events. For more information about these or other programs, or to be added to the "Women of Worth" mailing list, call Sherry Taxman at 397-5816, or Elizabeth at 330-1800.
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An introduction to Judaism course, Derech Torah, will start Thursday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m., in the Friedel Jewish Academy commons area. The course is designed for those who wish to explore Judaism and define its place in their lives. It is also geared for Jews who wish to explore their heritage and for non-Jews considering conversion or wish to understand it more fully while remaining in their own faiths. Special attention is given to the Reform, Conservative, Reconstructionist and Orthodox points of view. Students will discuss Jewish history, theology, ethics, Jewish holidays, prayer, dietary laws, life-cycle events, the Jewish people, Israel and other topics. USAF Chaplain Ira Flax is the instructor of Derech Torah. After completing his studies at Hofstra University, he attended graduate school at the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York and was ordained as a Conservative rabbi in 1988. He entered active military service that year. A stipend provided through the Henry and Mary Kay David Custodial Fund reduces the tuition of the class to $112.50 per person, or $175 per couple. For more information or to register, please call me at 334-0517.
Boy Scouts send packages to children in Los Angeles Led by Dr. Mark Pilley, Boy Scout Troop and Pack #218 sent "packages, of cheer" to the children in Los Angeles who were wounded in last month's shooting at the North Valley Jewish Community Center. The troop, which meets at Omaha's JCC, wanted to express solidarity with the children, according to one parent, who enlisted the help of Youth Director Beth Cohen in organizing the project. The boys purchased arts and crafts materials, toys, games, coloring books and crayons, all with a Jewish theme, for the packages. For more information on other activities of the JCC's Boy Scout program, contact Dr. Pilley at 578-8578 (home) or 351-2585 (work).
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Partnership 2000 programs (Continued from page 1) "Teens need something separate from family and friends, something where they can use their imagination and fantasy to create heroes against the background of the Holocaust. T h i s setting also offers options to talk about these serious issues with adolescents-issues like life and death, survival, crisis, abandonment and loss," Dotan added. Dotan will return to the Midwest hi November for teacher training. She will also be in Omaha, working with both Bob Wolfson and Debbi Brown, ADL Assistant Director, on another project, teaching the Holocaust to young children.. While in the U.S. this summer, Dotan attended the annual meeting of CAJE, an international gathering of Jewish educators, this year in Columbus, OH. Also at CAJE was a delegation from the Western Galilee of other institutions in the P2K Midwest Consortium, many of whom gave sessions at the educators' conference. Back in Israel now, Dotan continues to work fulltime for the Yad LaYeled in teaching, training and educational programming. Now that these "pilot programs" have taken off, she hopes to begin developing her own projects, rather than using already existing ones. She credits team leader Moshe Shher for the success of the educational component of Yad LaYeled and for supporting her goals. In partnership with Israeli schools, Dotan and the GFH team "visit them often, to bring them along; constantly renewing" the relationship. When those classes come to visit, Dotan and others escort them on four-hour tours of the museum, ending with a hands-on project in drama, art or writing. "We have strong connections with the American schools participating in the reading project, too, so when some of them come on trips to Israel,-we can take them on specialized tours of Yad LaYeled," Dotan explained. Other educational opportunities have been offered by the GFH to mission groups, including the recent ARTZA '99 teen group from Omaha in July, and last November's Major Gifts Mission. "We look forward to hosting the Omaha. Family Mission this December," Dotan said of the-82member group scheduled to visit Israel during winter break.
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