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Israel’s New Government Gets Sworn In.......... p g . 5 Ruth Madoff Received $2M from UK Unit.... p g . 8 Drug Smuggler Who Enticed Yeshiva Youths Indicted ................... p g . 6 Courtesy

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Doors to the Future: Jerusalem Mayor Promises Transparency............. pg.11 War On Terror ........ pg.12

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Architect, Frank Gehry: Atlantic Yards Project in Brooklyn is Dead ...... pg.13

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BY RUPERT MURDOCH Over the years, some of my wildest critics seem to have assumed I am Jewish. At the same time, some of my closest friends wish I were. o let me set the record straight: I live in New York. I have a wife who craves Chinese food. And people I trust tell me I practically invented the word “chutzpah.” Ladies and gentleman, I am humbled by the honor you have given me—because this award speaks more to your good work than it does to mine. The American Jewish Committee started in response to the persecution of Jews in czarist Russia. And your response took a very American form: an organization that would speak up for those who could not speak for themselves. In the century since your founding, the American Jewish Committee has become one of the world’s most influential organizations. Yet though your concerns begin with the safety and welfare of Jews, these concerns are anything but parochial. The reason for this is clear: You know that the best guarantee of the security of Jews anywhere is the freedom of people everywhere. Your good work has helped bring real and lasting changes to our world. Unfortunately, while some threats have been defeated, new ones have taken their place. And these new threats remind us the AJC’s work is more vital than ever. In Europe, men and women who bear the tattoos of concentration camps today look out on a continent where Jewish lives and Jewish property are under attack—and public debate is poisoned by an anti-Semitism we thought had been dispatched to history’s dustbin. In Iran, we see a regime that backs Hizbullah and Hamas now on course to acquire a nuclear weapon.

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S E E PA G E 3 The IDF recently sent F16 planes to stop weapon smugglers on the move. BY TZVI BEN GEDALYAHU The Israel Air Force (IAF) bombed Iranian-funded weapons convoys in Sudan three times since mid-January, according to foreign news sources. The attacks were in a remote desert area not far from the border with Egypt and in the Red Sea.

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Al Jazeera satellite television network. “We didn’t know about the first attack until after the second one. They were in an area close to the border with Egypt, a remote area, desert, with no towns, no people,” a Sudanese foreign ministry official said. Al Jazeera obtained footage that showed several twisted and burned vehicles that were in the convoy carrying arms destined for Hamas in Gaza. Sudan has claimed that the

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Goodbye Freedom Tower, Goodbye Freedom The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that the 1,776-foot edifice that was to replace the World Trade Center will no longer be called the “Freedom Tower.” Instead, it will have the less ornate appellation, “1 World Trade Center.”

ice. The timing couldn’t have been better. It follows on the heels of the Pentagon’s ending the War on Terror. You didn’t hear? You must have missed the memo. No, seriously. In a memo, following a request from the Office of Management and Budget, the Department of Defense declared that foreign military and strategic ventures associated with various Muslim-world nations will no longer be called the “War on Terror.” It is now Overseas Contingency Operation.” Cool. This, in turn follows Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano’s statement to a “Der

Spiegel” journalist earlier this month that she prefers to call terrorism, “man-caused disasters.” Wonderful. And, lets not forget that the Obama administration no longer refers to opponents in the Conflict-Formerly-Known-As-The-War-On-Terror as “enemy combatants.” Haven’t quite figured out a proper replacement on that one. Neat. Now, this is real change—a seismic cultural shift that not too many people might have expected. The cumulative effect is clear: The symbolic, rhetorical and strategic signifiers of America’s post 9/11 world are being airbrushed away. “Freedom Tower?” Gone. “War on Terror?” Gone. “Enemy combatants?” Gone. “Terrorism?” Gone. Three-thousand Americans? Gone? Oh, right. Well, at least they got the memo early. This article appeared on the NBC NY website

Venezuela Synagogue Attack: 11 Charged, Including Police Officers Eight police officers and three others have now been charged by Venezuelan prosecutors for crimes committed in January. It is believed that these individuals were involved in the attack on Caracas’ largest Synagogue. n a statement, prosecutors announced that they had asked the court system to approve the charges which include “acts of contempt against a religion,” and concealing firearms. A police officer who worked as a bodyguard for a rabbi is among those suspected. There are also two security guards who were working at the time of the attack who are suspected of assisting. It is said that these two security officers deactivated the alarm. They are also suspected of deactivating an electric fence that surrounds the building. The attack, which happened on January 30th, at Tifaret Israel Synagogue left religious objects shattered. There were also anti-Semetic slogans sprayed in grafetti and a stolen computer data base that included the names and addresses of Jews in Venezuela. The

country’s Jewish community is estimated at approximately 15,000, It is believed, by investigators, that the criminals believed that there was a large amount of cash within the shul and planned to steal it. Authorities have said that the vandalism may be a tactic used to turn attention away from the ‘true motive’ of the crime. This attack on the popular Venezuelan shul occurred moments after President Hugo Chavez cut ties with Israel. This was due to the Chavez’s decision to protest Israel’s military offensive on the Gaza Strip. Reports have said that this provoked concerns among some Jewish leaders. These reports also implied that his angry rhetoric would encourage a wave of antiSemitism. Publicly, Chavez condemned the attack on the shul but has said that he simply opposes Israeli policies toward the Palestinians and holds nothing against the Jewish people, numerous times.

The White House toughened its stand on new aid for ailing US automakers, charging that General Motors needs a “more aggressive” restructuring plan and Chrysler must seal a deal with Fiat. resident Barack Obama’s auto task force said neither firm is “viable” at present but that both have a chance to avert bankruptcy if the new moves are taken. GM chairman and chief executive Rick Wagoner was forced out at the request of Obama, as the task

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force unveiled grim prospects for the companies demanding an extra 21.6 billion dollars in loans. The task force warned neither company had met the strict conditions laid down under an earlier 17.4 billion dollar government bailout agreed late last year. Obama was to present his plan for the future of the industry at 11:00 am (1500 GMT) Monday with the two companies desperately seeking to steer out of the economic downturn that has sent global car sales plunging. But the task force said that Chrysler, the third largest of the Detroit Big Three, had no viability as a

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Continued from cover convoy included smugglers, but that they were not carrying weapons. Hamas has been trying to replenish its stockpile of weapons, including rockets, that were used or were destroyed during Israel’s three-week Operation Cast Lead counterterrorist campaign that ended in mid-January. CBS News reported last week that the IAF attacked Sudan in midJanuary, but ABC followed up with a report It is believed that the IAF was on point in Friday night that Israel their recent defensive attacks against carried out three aerial bombings, basing its weapon smugglers. information on comments made by an unnamed United States official. ship was sunk in another bombing. Sudanese officials added that one strike Outgoing Prime Minister Ehud Olmert sank a ship in the Red Sea that was loaded obliquely confirmed the attack, stating that with weapons; Hamas smuggles by sea as “Israel hits every place it can in order to stop well as through smuggling tunnels under the terror, near and far.” Egyptian-Gaza border. Hizbullah denounced Israel for the Thirty-nine people reportedly were killed attacks, calling them a “new Israeli crime.” in the aerial strikes, the first of which took The terrorist organization, which is part of place January 27, slightly more than a week the Lebanese cabinet, urged Arab League after the end of Operation Cast Lead. A sec- leaders to condemn the attack when they ond strike followed on February 11, and the meet in Qatar this week.

In India, we see Islamic terrorists single create sympathy for its cause. out the Mumbai Jewish Center in a wellIn a battle marked by street to street planned and well-coordinated attack that fighting, the death of innocents is all but looks like it could be a test run for similar inevitable. That is also true of Gaza. And attacks in similar cities around the world. these deaths have led some to call for Israel Most Fundamentally, we see a growing to be charged with war crimes by an internaassault on both the legitimacy and security of tional tribunal. the State of Israel. But I am curious: Why do we never hear This assault comes from people who calls for Hamas leaders to be charged with make clear they have no intention of ever liv- war crimes? ing side-by-side in peace with a Jewish Why, for example, do we hear no calls for state—no matter how many concessions human rights investigations into Hamas gunIsrael might make. The reason for this is also men using Palestinian children as human clear: These are men who cannot abide the shields? Why so few stories on the reports of idea of freedom, tolerance and democracy. Hamas assassins going to hospitals to hunt They hate Israel for the same reasons they down their fellow Palestinians? And where hate us. are the international human rights groups As I speak, the flashpoint is Gaza. For demanding that Hamas stop blurring the months now, Hamas has been raining down most fundamental line in warfare: the disrockets on Israeli civilians. Like all terrorist tinction between civilian and combatant? attacks, the aim is to spread fear within free I suspect the answer has to do with the societies, and to paralyze its leaders. This same grim logic that leads Hamas to provoke Israel cannot afford. I do not need to tell any- a military battle it knows it cannot win. one in this room that no sovereign nation can Whether Israel is ever found guilty of any sit by while its civilian population is war crime hardly matters. Hamas gets a attacked. propaganda win simply by having the charge Hamas knows this better than we do. And made often and loudly enough. Hamas understands something else as well: In this, Israel finds itself in much the In the 21st century, same position the when democratic United States found states respond to teritself in Iraq before “The West is defined rorist attacks, they the surge. There, alface two terrible by societies committed to Qaida realized that it handicaps. in its interests to freedom and democracy.” was The First handiprovoke sectarian cap is military. It’s violence between true that Israel’s conShia and Sunni—no ventional superiority matter what the cost means it could flatten Gaza if it wanted. But to innocent Iraqis. That is the nature of terror. the Israel Defense Forces—unlike Hamas— And what we are seeing in Gaza is just one are accountable to a democratically chosen front in this much larger war. government. In the West, we are used to thinking that No matter which party is in the majority, Israel cannot survive without the help of every Israeli government knows it will be Europe and the United States. Tonight I say held accountable by its people and by the to you: Maybe we should start wondering world for the lives that are lost because of its whether we in Europe and the United States decisions. That’s true for lives of innocent can survive if we allow the terrorists to sucPalestinians caught in the crossfire. And it’s ceed in Israel. also true for the Israeli soldiers who may lose In this new century, the “West” is no their lives defending their people. longer a matter of geography. The West is In this kind of war, Hamas does not need defined by societies committed to freedom to defeat Israel militarily to win a big victo- and democracy. That at least is how the terry. In fact, Hamas knows that in some ways, rorists see it. And if we are serious about dead Palestinians serve its purposes even meeting this challenge, we would expand the better than dead Israelis. only military alliance committed to the In the West we look at this and say, “It defense of the West to include those on the makes no sense.” But it does make sense. front lines of this war. That means bringing If you are committed to Israel’s destruc- countries such as Israel into NATO. tion, and if you believe that dead Palestinians My friends, I do not pretend to have all help you score a propaganda victory, you do the answers to Gaza this evening. But I do things like launch rockets from a Palestinian know this: The free world makes a terrible schoolyard. This ensures that when the mistake if we deceive ourselves into thinking Israelis do respond, it will likely lead to the this is not our fight. death of an innocent Palestinian—no matter In the end, the Israeli people are fighting how many precautions Israeli soldiers take. the same enemy we are: cold-blooded killers Hamas gets away with this, moreover, who reject peace, who reject freedom and because it does not rule Gaza by the consent who rule by the suicide vest, the car bomb of those it claims to represent. It rules by fear and the human shield. and intimidation. It is accountable to no one Against such an enemy, I will not secondbut itself. guess the decisions of a free Israel defending This is the chilling logic of Gaza. And it her citizens. And I would ask all those who helps explain why even a strong military support peace and freedom to do the same. power like Israel can find itself at a disadvantage on the ground. Adapted from a March 4 speech to the The second handicap for Israel is the global media war. For Hamas, the images of American Jewish Committee by the chairPalestinian suffering—of people losing their man and CEO of News Corporation on homes, of parents mourning their dead chil- receiving its National Human Relations dren, of tanks rolling through the streets— Award.

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Israel’s New Government Gets Sworn In BY AMNON MERANDA Following a tumultuous session the Knesset green-lighted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government Tuesday night. he vote tallied 69 Knesset members in favor and 45 Knesset members against. Labor MKs Shelly Yacimovich, Eitan Cabel, Yuli Tamir, Amir Peretz and Ophir Pines-Paz abstained. Knesset Member Ahmad Tibi (United Arab List-Ta’al) was the only member of the House not present in the vote. The newly inducted Likud-led government then began its swearing in ceremony, with Netanyahu pledging first among his ministers. “This is a special day for the State of Israel and a very emotional day for me and my family,” said Netanyahu once officially inducted prime minister. “I mostly feel the weight of the responsibility I now shoulder. My fellow ministers and I will do all we can to lead Israel towards a better future.” One by one, Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin called the new cabinet members to the podium, where they recited: “I hereby pledge my loyalty to the State of Israel and its laws, to faithfully carry out the position of my office and to uphold the decision of the Knesset.” Israel’s new cabinet is comprised of the following ministers: • Vice Premier and Minister for

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BNP leader Nick Griffin. port local community groups in our collective fight against the BNP and I hope that, collectively, we will rise to the occasion,” Grunwald added. The BNP says it intends to put up candidates in every region of the UK, which - if it won - would mean the party would represent a major city such as Manchester or Birmingham in Europe. In some constituencies, the BNP needs only 7.5 percent of the vote to gain a seat in the European Parliament. In last year’s London mayoral elections, the BNP gained a seat on the London Assembly. “We want the community to spread the word about the elections and the threat posed by the BNP. Use your democratic right and register to vote by May 18 for the elections on June 4. The higher the turnout across the country, the harder it is for the BNP to succeed. Every vote for a mainstream political party is a vote against extremism,” Grunwald said. The Board campaign includes a Website (www.fight-racism.co.uk) and Facebook group: “Your Voice or Theirs.”

tendencies in all segments of society. Muslims are the country’s largest minority—3.2 million out of 82 million, mostly of Turkish background. Recent years have seen a proliferation of programs designed to reach them. Teachers sometimes take the initiaid you know that the Jews tive. were warned before to get Ulrike Boehnke, who teaches in out?” he whispers. “I read Berlin public schools, has instituted her it on the Internet.” own zero-tolerance policy. Onur, 15, and his classmates are par“One of my kids was not allowed by ticipating in a weeklong educational his parents to go on a trip to program at the Wannsee House Sachsenhausen,” the former concentraMemorial and Educational Center, the tion camp outside Berlin, she recalls. site where Nazi leaders in 1942 worked “But I took the kid anyway. I have out their genocidal plan for the Jews. pushed, despite the rejection by Turkish Wannsee House is one of many insti- parents. And most kids are really affecttutions in Germany today trying to ed by the visit.” counter antiSemitism and Holocaust Berlin artist Thomas Schliesser denial, particularly recently took a among Muslim group of preteens youths. from the Hans Teachers across Fallada School to a Germany say they street in their face a special chalneighborhood as lenge from those of part of a program immigrant backwith the Trialogue grounds, most of interfaith project of whom are Muslims. the Herbert Quandt Disenfranchised Foundation and the from the mainNeukolln Artists stream, many of Association. these students echo A mosque in Cologne, Placing a large anti-Semitic attisheet of white Germany. tudes heard at paper on the cobhome, trade schoolblestone sidewalk, yard insults about he taught the chilJews or express Holocaust denial, test- dren how to make a charcoal rubbing. ing German taboos. When they were f inished, they saw not “There is a problem, but you cannot only the impressions of stones but a quantify it,” says Micha Brumlik, pro- small square plaque, one of Berlin’s sofessor of pedagogy at the Johann called “stumbling block” memorials. It Wolfgang Goethe-University in bore the name of Jewish resistance Frankfurt. “I have heard so many teach- f ighter Olga Benario, and her dates of ers say that when they have eyewitness- birth and deportation to the es of the Holocaust at their schools, par- Ravensbrueck concentration camp. ents excuse their children and say they “This was put here on what would are sick. And the same happens when have been her 100th birthday,” classes are going to visit the informa- Schliesser explained. tion center at Berlin’s Holocaust memo“I’ve walked here many times and rial or Jewish museums.” never noticed it,” exclaimed one girl, To be sure, Germany’s problems with Ezgi, 11. far-right groups are bigger than those In the background, two boys snickwith Muslim youths, few of whom are ered, “Jude,” and, “This is boring,” until criminals or extremists. their teacher, Sabine Schonherr, repriBut Germany, burdened by its Nazi past, is keen on combating anti-Semitic Please turn to page 38 Onur looks intently at the photomontage. From all the famous news images, he picks one: New York’s World Trade Center aflame.

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new campaign kit was launched last week to encourage people to vote for mainstream parties and assist grassroots activities in the run-up to the June 4 elections. The campaign, whose slogan is “Your Voice or Theirs,” encourages local communities and groups to unite and run local events to underscore the threat from the BNP and show the importance of voting for a mainstream political party. Over the next few weeks, the Board plans to distribute 1,000 of the kits, which contain everything needed to run a local campaign including posters, postcards, leaflets, stickers and balloons. A regional support network and helpline for local groups have also been set up. The Board of Deputies said it wants its campaign to be a cross-community effort to stand together against racism and extremism and send a message to “those who advocate the politics of hate.” “As a community, we need to unite to say no to the politics of hate and extremism wherever they may be,” said Board president Henry Grunwald. “The unhappy reality is that the BNP is gaining momentum and may well be successful in the forthcoming elections.” “I, for one, am not prepared to say that I sat back and did nothing whilst a national racist campaign is launched across Britain. The Board is doing everything it can to sup-

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Foundations Form New Nonprofit to Build Jewish Social Service Movement

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new organization. Founders of Repair the World, which takes its name from the Hebrew “tikkun olam,” would like to see that number grow to 45,000 in the next five years. “I really believe the time is ripe for the Jewish community to step up as a voice for service and to provide opportunities for he Charles and Lynn Schusterman Jews, as Jews, to meet the profound and Family Foundation, Einhorn Family growing needs in our communities and our Charitable Trust, Jim Joseph world,” Eisen said. “Young Jews care deeply Foundation and Nathan Cummings about making a difference and having an Foundation have taken the lead in forming impact in the world. Jewish service has the the new nonprofit, Repair the World, offi- potential to engage them in addressing real needs with a Jewish lens and imbued with cials from the foundations told JTA. Jewish values.” The foundations The Jewish orgawould like to see the nizational world has new organization seen an upsurge expand the Jewish “They view service as recently in new servsocial service sector another opportunity like ice opportunities, and by provding more of young funding to existing Jewish camp, day schools thousands Jews have spent time Jewish organizations, and Birthright Israel for through Hillel and the including the Jewish federation American Jewish a life-altering Jewish system volunteering World Service, immersion program in the rebuilding Avodah: The Jewish effort in New Orleans Service Corps, Hillel: for young Jews.” after Hurricane The Foundation for Katrina. That trend, Jewish Campus Life paired with President and the American Obama’s call for more social service, has Jewish Joint Distribution Committee. Repair the World also will help develop Eisen and others seeing this as the right time materials for Jewish participants in nonsec- to help the Jewish social service movement tarian programs, such as Teach for America, coalesce. They view service as another opportunity and initiate an intensive marketing campaign to encourage young Jews to take part in serv- like Jewish camp, day schools and Birthright Israel for a life-altering Jewish immersion ice. Some 3,000 Jews between the ages of 18 program for young Jews. The trick, they say, and 24 are taking part in Jewish-run social is teaching them that helping others is a service projects this year from a cohort of Jewish value. “If you look at this act of Jewish service, about 400,000, according to Lisa Eisen, the national director of the Schusterman Please turn to page 39 Foundation and the interim director of the

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BY ROB LEVER

Several of the country’s largest Jewish foundations and organizations have banded together to form a new nonprofit aimed at creating a Jewish social service movement.

The US Treasury unveiled a longawaited plan to buy up toxic assets clogging the financial system using government funds, loans to investors and guarantees to attract private capital. he cornerstone of the plan is a “PublicPrivate Investment Program for Legacy Assets” funded with 75 to 100 billion dollars from the government -- an idea that has generated some praise but also skepticism. Off icials said this approach would “generate 500 billion dollars in purchasing power” and could expand to one trillion dollars. The plan, the outlines of which were unveiled last month, is a key to helping the ailing banking system recover from The US Treasury unveiled a massive losses suffered in the US real long-awaited plan to buy up estate meltdown and stabilizing the toxic assets clogging the economy. The Treasury said the plan “ensures financial system using that private sector participants invest alongside the taxpayer, with the private government funds. sector investors standing to lose their entire investment in a downside scenario and the taxpayer sharing in prof- original purpose of the 700-billion-dolitable returns.” lar Troubled Asset Relief Program Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner passed by Congress last year, but which said in announcing the plan, “Our job is backed away from this idea. to try to f ix this problem of the f inanNobel economics laureate Paul cial system at least cost to the taxpay- Krugman said the plan was based on er.” “f inancial policy despair.” The statement said that “a broad Krugman wrote on his blog that the array of investors are expected to par- main flaw in the plan “is the insistence ticipate” in the program including indi- that the bad assets on banks’ books are vidual investors, pension plans, insur- really worth much, much more than ance companies and other long-term anyone is currently willing to pay for investors. them.” The Treasury Andrew Busch and private capital at BMO Capital will provide equity Markets said that f inancing and the “no one is sure Federal Deposit “For mortgage securities, whether banks will Insurance Corp. these assets to the Treasury will approve sell will provide a create the program. guarantee for debt Other than that, the up to five asset managers f inancing, which markets are loving to handle these sales.” will be used to buy it early.” up mortgages and To allow banks mortgage securito sell loans, the ties that are frozen Federal Deposit because of massive losses linked to the Insurance Corp. will conduct an analyUS housing meltdown. sis to determine the amount of funding The initiative will contain two ele- it is willing to guarantee. Investors will ments, one for pools of mortgages to be able to bid on these, with f inancing allow banks to sell these to investors; available with a leverage ratio of up to the second will be a fund directed by 6-to-1. asset managers to allow public and priFor mortgage securities, the Treasury vate capital to buy distressed mortgage will approve up to f ive asset managers securities. to handle these sales. Mark Zandi, chief economist at To reduce the likelihood that the Moody’s Economy.com, said the plan government will overpay for these “has a good chance of success.” assets, private sector investors compet“This plan relies much less on pri- ing with one another will establish the vate investors and much more on direct price of the loans and securities purgovernment purchases of banks’ trou- chased under the program. Treasury bled assets,” Zandi said. funds will be invested one-for-one on a “Only a handful or so of private side-by-side basis with investors. investors need to participate in this plan Robert Brusca at FAO Economics to establish workable auctions for the said the Treasury is “providing low assets and thus determine a fair price interest loans for a fund with an eight for the assets.” percent private capital stake matched by Yet some analysts have been skepti- the government.” cal about whether these assets can be He said the government gets half the priced and sold under current market capital and half the funds gain “but it conditions, and whether banks holding puts up 92 percent of the money,” with them would be willing to sell at a deep investors “getting the same sweet deal discount, forcing a loss to be recog- as a home owner putting eight percent nized. down and the ability to walk away The purchase of these assets was the unscathed if it does not work.”

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Ruth Madoff Received $2 Million from UK Unit

APRIL 3, 2009

Felder Hosts NYPD Yeshiva Security Summit BY ERIC KUO

BY JEWISH VOICE STAFF

Council Member Simcha Felder hosted an event that brought together administrators from thirty-five yeshivas and representatives of the New York Police Department to discuss ways to improve security at local yeshivas.

Ruth Madoff, the wife of the jailed Ponzi scheme crook Bernard Madoff, received $2 million from the London office of his business in November, before he was arrested, according to the UK Serious Fraud Office said. he latest in the Madoff scandal ignited speculation about the role played by Madoff Securities International Limited, the London brokerage arm, in the Ponzi scheme. The SFO—which said in January it would open an investigation into possible links between Madoff’s unknown London business and his US office—may announce the results of the inquiry this year, a spokesman said. “We expect to be in a position that if charges are to be brought, we’ll bring them this year,” SFO Spokesman David Jones said. “Madoff Securities International Limited played a big role in the operation of Bernand Madoff’s investment fraud,” Jones said. Attorneys for each of Ruth Madoff and Bernard Madoff didn’t return requests for comment from the Wall Street Journal. The phone number of Madoff Securities

vents like these foster an important ongoing dialogue between school administrators and the NYPD that is absolutely vital to ensuring our children’s safety,” said Councilman Simcha Felder hosted the Felder. NYPD Yeshiva Security Summit, that An NYPD detective and was attended by administrators from one officer took questions and explained methods for height- thirty-five yeshivas and representatives ening security such as from the New York Police Department. improved lighting, locked gates, guards and detailed emergency plans. The NYPD also made schools need to be extra vigilant,” added itself available to conduct safety evaluations Felder. Councilman Felder authored legislation of individual yeshivas. Community members as well as representatives from Shomrim introduced in 2008 that would direct the Department of Education, upon the request took part in the event. “When the City isn’t providing non-pub- of a non-public school, to provide children lic schools with the same security measures who attend these schools with the same secuthat they provide public schools, such as rity services made available to children security cameras and guards, non-public attending public schools.

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Ruth Madoff received $2M from the London office of her husband’s business. International Limited in London is temporarily out of order. Last week, a New York law student won a court order to temporarily freeze the assets of Peter Madoff, Bernard Madoff’s brother, who has not been charged with any wrongdoing.

The Jewish Voice

APRIL 3, 2009

New York Has $9B and it Might be Yours

New Yorkers and others can find out if they are indeed owed money from the state’s $9 billion in unclaimed funds.

BY MEIR LEWITTES Can you use some extra cash these days? Cash that may already belong to you? New York State might owe you some serious money. ew Yorkers and others can find out if they are indeed owed money from the state’s $9 billion in unclaimed funds, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said. What type of unclaimed funds? It can be money from old bank accounts never closed to state tax refund checks. Visit www.osc.state.ny.us. You can also call (800) 221-9311. Live in New Jersey or Connecticut? New Jersey Residents can visit the New Jersey Residents Database: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/ updiscl.shtml Connecticut residents can search the Connecticut Residents Database: http://www.ctbiglist.com/

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Lights! Action! Camera?—It Would Be Insane! BY MAXINE DOVERE Don’t’ Believe Everything You Read—old adage, and especially in the entertainment business, often true. Headlines in Variety, the entertainment world’s “bible,” proclaimed that no less a personality than Danny DeVito was slated to produce and direct the Crazy Eddie bio-pic. News of its birth as Mark Twain might say, “, as Mark Twain might have said, are vastly exaggerated.” n a community known for its cohesiveness, mystery and what some characterize as insular nature, news of a f ilm based on the life of consumer electronics fraud king Eddie Antar, an effective public airing of very dirty laundry, was bound to create a buzz. Antar’s brief foray on Wall Street was sensational. He built what appeared to be a successful chain of 43 retail electronics outlets. Convicted of major f inancial fraud, “ripping off ” his investors for more than 100 million (some say closer to 200 million) dollars. Earnings and inventory reports were later found to have been falsif ied, causing the stock price to rise exorbitantly. Following a hostile takeover and the revelation of his f inancial falsif ication, Antar fled to Israel where he had deposited—some would say hidden millions of dollars. He was charged

with stock fraud and subsequently extradited to the United States. Convicted, he served seven years in federal prison and was f ined $150 million dollars. Today, Eddie Antar is virtually ostracized in his own community, an unwelcome reminder of a very public embarrassment. Claiming that he spends his days babysitting for his grandchildren, he has generally stayed out of the public eye since his 1999 release. The Antar saga remains one of New York’s most notorious f inancial scams—the Bernie Madoff “Ponzi” scheme of its day.

had secured the rights and would produce the f ilm may have stemmed from the actor’s independent explorations. (Pitchman Jerry Carroll’s statement that a 90 minute meeting with DeVito had had focused on the f ilm cannot be verif ied.) Requests for backup and verif ication wee made to DeVito’s manager and to his publicist, Stan Rosenf ield. This reporter felt somewhat “stonewalled” when the following request was met by an entirely non cooperative response. Maxine, I do not respond to requests for proprietary information.

The original logo featured former spokesperson Jerry Carroll. The February announcement of the purchase of license and plans by the Magic group to establish a new chain of electronics outlets using the “Crazy Eddie” name has engendered commentary from f inancial, legal, and public opinion sources. (The announcement of the re-launch was discussed in a March 26 Jewish Voice article noting the absolute disassociation of the electronics operation from any other licensed use.) However, with regard to the production of a movie, it’s not going to happen. “Not now. Not ever.” say informed sources close to the LLC that holds the intellectual property rights, including the entertainment segments and movie rights, of the “Crazy Eddie” license. The group which had been rumored to be the source of development capital for “the movie,” has absolutely quashed any possibility of such a project going forward. “It’s all noise!...There is no f ilm. That venture was shut down months ago. There will be no f ilm….The movie idea but was killed at its inception,” the sources stated. The recent report in Variety claiming that Danny DeVito and Peter Steinfeld

Stan, Is the proposed film being made without the cooperation of the holders of the intellectual property license? My information comes from within the community, and includes business sources with direct involvement in the purchase of the various rights. Having your input—beyond what is contained in the Variety article—would certainly be appropriate and helpful. Stan: Again, I ask who is your licensee source? The Variety article is correct. Your source is not., Stan, Can you arrange a conversation with Danny DeVito? My sources insist that there are no plans for such a movie. As you may know, the license for the use of the “Crazy Eddie” concept as it relates to electronic items is held by a group called “Magic” which plans to have retail establishments open this year. The intellectual property and entertainment license is held by another LLC. Would be very helpful to have your and/or Danny DeVito’s input. Thank you, Would you please provide a comment/response regarding the story in Variety regarding plans for Danny Devito to produce a movie about Eddie Antar. The owners of the intellectual property rights absolutely deny that a movie will ever be made. Hmmmm. Did you hear the one about the movie??

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Israeli Politicians Ranked Among Most Beautiful in World

APRIL 3, 2009

Clinton: US Shares Blame for Mexican Drug War

BY YNET Orli Levy, Pnina Rosenblum, Ruhama Avraham Balila, and Anastassia Michaeli ranked among most beautiful female politicians in world in Spanish newspaper’s online poll. And where is Sarah Palin? he bold and the beautiful: Four Israeli politicians placed among the 54 most beautiful women in public office in the world in an online reader poll taken by Spanish newspaper, 20 Minutos. Newly elected Member of Knesset Orli Levy (Yisrael Beiteinu) was ranked in 14th place. Four slots after her comes former Knesset member and business woman Pnina Rosenblum. In 23rd place is Tourism Minister Ruhama Avraham Balila. Yisrael Beiteinu is represented again on the list of the most beautiful in 32nd place with MK Anastassia Michaeli. Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni and Knesset Speaker Dalia Itzik did not make the list. The list, voted on by tens of thousands of online readers, was topped by 30-year-old Peruvian Member of Parliament Luciana Leon. Immediately following in second place is Mercedes Araoz, also from Peru. Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliya Tymoshenko received 8th place in the poll. In 24th place, one slot after MK Ruhama Avraham, is Alaskan governor and former Republican vice president candidate Sarah Palin. Also representing the United States, Hillary Clinton was ranked in 34th place. At 61, she is

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton attends a dinner for women leaders hosted by Secretary of Foreign Affairs Patricia Espinosa, Mexico City, March 25, 2009 Orli Levy of Israel’s Knesset.

the oldest woman on the list. Just two slots after Clinton is Segolene Royal, who ran less than two years ago against Nicolas Sarkozy for the French presidency. The youngest woman on the list is Julia Bonk, 23, who was elected to Saxony’s state parliament in East Germany for the f irst time at the age of 18. She is ranked in 22nd place in the poll. Sealing off the list in 54th place is Afghani Malalai Joya, 30. Absent from the list are German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Finnish President Tarja Halonen and former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

BY VOA U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is on the final day of her two-day visit to Mexico, where she acknowledged the U.S. shares blame for the violent drug war there. linton told reporters in Mexico City the U.S. is feeding Mexico’s powerful drug cartels by failing to stop what she called an “insatiable” demand for illegal drugs. She also said the U.S. has failed to stop the flow of smuggled weapons being used by Mexican drug gangs. The top U.S. diplomat praised efforts by Mexican President Felipe Calderon to battle the cartels. She also said the White House will seek $80 million to help Mexico buy

Blackhawk helicopters. Secretary Clinton visited the industrial city of Monterrey, where she focused on Mexican high-tech companies and research on renewable energy. The U.S. homeland security chief, Janet Napolitano, and the top U.S. law enforcement officer, Attorney General Eric Holder will visit Mexico early next month to continue talks on the drug war. U.S. President Barack Obama is scheduled to visit Mexico in mid-April. The Obama administration this week announced a plan to curb the trafficking of drugs, illegal money and weapons across the U.S.-Mexico border. Drug-related violence has killed more than 7,000 people in Mexico since 2008, and has spilled across the border into the U.S.

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Doors to Future Growth: Jerusalem Mayor Promises Transparency public transit must be enhanced on a regional basis to meet anticipated demands; anticiDeep into a heavily scheduled first offi- pated annual growth of 15% over the next 10 cial visit to the United States, Nir Barkat, years would create about 150,000 new jobs, a recently elected Mayor of Jerusalem, significant contribution to the City’s econobrought his vision of a robust, invigorated my. Barkat sees Jerusalem’s location as a Jerusalem to New York. Completely cog- major advantage, and seeks to develop the nizant of the need to convince his audience city so that its services are “second to noththat Jerusalem can “do business’ using the ing.” His positions, Barkat says, are strongly tools and techniques of the twenty-first century while still retaining its historical supported, with 30 out of the 31 members of the City Council “across the political specconnection to its many centuries past, he trum” agreeing with his reform proposals. laid out am ambitious program. Speaking in New York March 26, he awaited arkat is a self made millionaire. His the establishment of the Netanyahu governelection was considered a win for ment, one in which he expects to have” a modernism and secularism. He terms partner.” Private/public partnerships and cooperahimself someone “who will protect Jerusalem. While pledging to be the mayor of tive efforts characterize Barkat’s approach. everyone, his election night statement was He intends that to seek international partnerthat “tonight Jerusalem has won, tonight ships with the business, cultural and philanIsrael has won, tonight the Jewish people thropic segments. Included in his conceptuhave won.” He has devoted years to the city al planning are tax incentives that would of Jerusalem, including service on the City enable world investors “to make money in the city of Jerusalem” and become active Council for five years prior to his election. Barkat’s platform promised efforts to investors. The area of film production, an attract investment—especially hi-tech and active source of capital, will be encouraged biotech—and tourism, while improving the through financial incentives. With regard to philanthropy, , his city’s infrastructure and livability. He is espeapproach is that of “venture cially concerned with counphilanthropy,” a venture captering the flight of young italist model that focuses on people from the city. Actively results, providing incentives opposed to any division of to recipient charities to Jerusalem, he has advocated assure the philanthropic an active, albeit, legal build“investor” that his “capiing effort to create thousands tal/donation” is well “investof apartments for Israelis in ed.” Barkat encourages phievery section of the city. lanthropy that focuses on The successful hi-tech how to help people help entrepreneur, who, with his themselves. His approach is wife Beverly, has been an “not to beggars and schlepinvolved and active philanpers,” but rather to develop thropist, Barkat is a staunch mutual responsibility, makbeliever in “hands on” vening sure Israeli officials ture philanthropy. Speaking must input skills the same as with diverse groups during any business management. this tour, including business One of his more politipeople who want to build cally controversial positions Jerusalem, educators who is his staunch stand on a share his visions concerning Nir Barkat takes time unite Jerusalem. “Here’s the values of world class eduwhy Jerusalem must a stay cation, and philanthropists for a photo for the united” he says. “It is an who he suggests should act Jewish Voice. eternal capital… for the more like venture capitalists, world to enjoy…we must demanding “something to work on the common show” for their donations, denominators. No city in the this Mayor’s presentation world that is split works well was not your father’s public (a united Jerusalem) is both ideological and relations gambit. No matter what, says Barkat Jerusalem, will be a very different practical. It must be one city that works well city by 2035; the question is what direction together.” With 3 billion people as the potential market for Jerusalem, this city which is those differences will take. Barkat warms that Jerusalem’s Jewish the “heart and soul of the Jewish people” majority could be lost within 18 years is dis- must be ready to welcome them. While an optimist, Barkat sets realistic concerting. To prevent this, he says, active efforts must be put in place to keep young goals. He is concerned with the lack of (city) people in the city; the development of planning—which he plans to improve—and schools, jobs, and especially “entry level” believes that investment must be made in housing for young couples are essential com- both East and West Jerusalem. What he terms “lagging planning” must be eliminated, and ponents of his program. One of the significant economic engines considers the planning problem as an inherthat could drive the city’s economy is ent cause of the current housing crisis. A lack tourism. With the number of tourists visiting of planning is part of the cause of the “illegal Jerusalem currently at about two million building” problem. “The future is in our hands. We will work annually, the Mayor has set a goal to increase that number five fold to 10 million annually hard as a partner with the Jewish Diaspora to by 2035. To reach this goal, he says, the make the future of the city of Jerusalem “quality of the experience, the level of cul- much better… I’m focusing on how to build ture and more customized experiences, and the city of Jerusalem. I will demolish any the infrastructure to support such an influx housing that does not have permits—the residents of Jerusalem must obey the law.” must be expanded.” Investment and improvement are needed Barkat’s states that he is in favor of “improvin multiple areas: where there are now ten ing the quality of life in east Jerusalem,” not thousand hotel rooms, there must be at least worried about the “spin” of the international thirty thousand; highways, street systems, press and anticipating growth throughout the

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Barkat intends to seek international partnerships with business, cultural and philanthropic segments. city. On his way to meet with Mayor Michael Bloomberg, a fellow entrepreneur now using his skills in politics, Barkat expressed his admiration of New York, especially noting the success of its 311 system and its tourism program. (It was learned that he had active conversation with Cristyne Nicholas, the former director of NYC&CO.) In Barkat there is an integration of the business and the politic. His recognition of

the need to develop a macro plan and making sure its followed clearly reflects his business training; his understanding of the need for the municipality to take visible responsibility, sharing knowledge and create attractive incentives to investors and set what he termed “a critical path and set of ideas” can lead to partnerships that will benefit from matching funds and expanding municipal investments. “Plans must be aligned with reality … to make it possible.”

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WAR ON TERROR “Justice, justice shall you pursue”

(Deutoronomy 16:20)

Post 9/11, US Cadets Learning To ‘Know The Enemy’ BY MICHEL MOUTOT Military cadets and Pentagon policy makers alike are drawing on the experiences of a unique West Point academy research center to seek a better understanding of the enemy post-9/11.

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he Combating Terrorism Center, set up in the wake of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States, aims to prepare cadets at the nation’s premier military academy to confront the shifting geo-political realities of the 21st century. Inspired by the precept of the ancient Chinese warlord, Sun Tzu, “to know your enemy,” the center has become a leading hub of research into the AlQaeda network, which carried out the 2001 attacks, and radical Islam in general. Its reports have been studied around the world by governments, policy-makers and senior diplomats as well as local

courses here before the 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center, in New York, and the Pentagon. But it was following the collapse of the twin towers, that businessman and West Point graduate Vincent Viola decided to f inance a center dedicated purely to researching Al-Qaeda and Islamic militants. Military cadets and Pentagon policy makers Viola was then the alike are drawing on the experiences of a unique chairman of the New York Mercantile West Point academy research center to seek a Exchange which had better understanding of the enemy post 911 off ices in the center and lost several people in the attacks. “But it was one of the f irst organizaand federal police forces. Studying the jihadist movement, or tions to be up and running after the Islamic militants called to “holy war,” attacks, and Vinnie credited his time in already f igured highly on academic the academy and in the army for his

ability to deal with the crisis,” said the CTC’s research director Brian Fishman. “So he wanted to do something for the academy to prepare cadets to deal with this new threat: why did these people knock down the buildings? Understand the current threat. So he gave some money to start the center.” The aim from the start was to help cadets during their four-year training “to understand at a strategic level the threat they are going to have to deal with in a tactical level,” Fishman said. “They need to understand what and who they are going to deal with.” Twelve of the center’s 14 researchers are under civilian contracts, and another 25 staff are also employed there. They include Arabic speakers as well as experts in central Asian languages entrusted with scouring jihadist Internet sites. Over 20 two-hour sessions the cadets

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New US Report Puts Focus on Iran’s Nuclear Arms Progress, Not on Freeze BY EPHRAIM KAM In February, the American intelligence community published the unclassified portion of the intelligence assessment regarding threats directed against the United States. The intelligence report, signed by Adm. Dennis Blair, the new director of national intelligence, includes a section on the Iranian nuclear issue. he new assessment does not differ in essence from the December 2007 National Intelligence Estimate (NIE) on the Iranian issue, which sparked much criticism in Israel and the United States for downplaying the nuclear question. However, the emphases of the new report differ in part from those of the preceding one. The new report repeats the previous finding that in 2003 Iran froze its military nuclear program, which included attempts at converting fissile materials into weapons, clandestine uranium conversions, and other activities connected to the process of enriching uranium. The assessment determines that this freeze lasted at least until the middle of 2007, and that there is no information indicating that the program was resumed. American intelligence does not have enough information to determine with certainty whether Iran is prepared to continue the freeze on its military nuclear program.

The latest assessment also allows a meas- progress in at least two of the areas relevant ure of doubt as to whether Iran has made a to producing nuclear arms - enriching uranifinal decision on producing nuclear um, which would allow the production of fisweapons. Thus, it determines that the sile material to produce the weapons, and American intelligence community does not manufacturing and improving ballistic misknow whether Iran intends to produce such siles as launching vehicles capable of carryweapons, and notes twice that “Iran could ing a nuclear payload. develop nuclear weapons” should it decide to The new report estimates that Iran seems to have succeeded in importing some fissile do so. Similar to the 2007 report, the new material, though not in quantities sufficient assessment also notes that Iran retains the to produce nuclear weapons. The report does option of developing nuclear weapons, and not rule out the possibility that Iran has either already obtained or that it possesses the technological infrawill at some future structure that would point obtain nuclear “The new intelligence allow it to do so. arms or fissile materiassessment also refers to al in sufficient quantiThe timetable involved in Iran the possibility of stopping ties for weapons from obtaining nuclear abroad. However, Iran before it attains according to the weapons has not nuclear arms.” American intelligence changed. According to the assessment, assessment, Iran Iran will be able to today does not have produce high-quality enriched uranium in nuclear weapons, and to date has not quantities sufficient for nuclear arms obtained fissile material in quantities suffibetween 2010 and 2015 (though according to cient to produce them. In this sense, the the assessment of the US State Department assessment does not support the statement by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. research units, not before 2013). Nevertheless, the new report treats the Michael Mullen, who at the end of February risk of Iran obtaining such weapons with claimed that Iran had enough fissile material greater gravity than the previous report in to produce a bomb. The new intelligence assessment also two ways. Whereas the 2007 report placed its emphasis on the freezing of the Iranian pro- refers to the possibility of stopping Iran gram, the new assessment particularly before it attains nuclear arms. According to emphasizes that Iran is making significant the assessment, only a political decision on

the part of Iran’s leadership to renounce the goal of attaining such weapons will stop Iran’s quest for them. However, convincing Iranian leaders to renounce this goal will be difficult because of the connection Iran sees between possessing nuclear weapons and its own national security, and because of the efforts Iran has already invested in realizing this goal. The report adds that there is a possibility that a composite of threats and pressures, together with the creation of alternative ways for Iran to advance its national security, may motivate Iran to stop striving for nuclear weapons, but that it is difficult to say what such a composite would be. The new American intelligence estimate has thus far not received the kind of special attention that the intelligence estimate of December 2007 did. Still, the new estimate is of great significance because this is the first intelligence assessment placed on President Barack Obama’s desk, and specifically on the Iranian nuclear situation. It is expected to guide him in the near future as he determines his policy toward Iran, including his attempt to develop a meaningful dialogue with it. The message emerging from this estimate is not unequivocal. On the one hand, it points to Iran’s significant progress toward nuclear weapons in at least two of the three areas contributing to their development—but not in all three. The conclusion regarding the third—converting fissile material into

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APRIL 3, 2009

US, French Jews’ Interested in Tel Aviv Properties

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Architect, Frank Gehry: Atlantic Yards Project in Brooklyn is Dead

Diaspora Jews are inquiring about Tel Aviv’s Neveh Zedek-by-the-Sea luxury high-rise project. BY SHARON WROBEL A wave of inquiries from US and French Jews has been flooding the sales offices of the Neveh Zedek-by-the-Sea luxury high-rise project in Tel Aviv, according to the companies marketing the project. They attributed the high interest to growing tensions of anti-Semitism following Operation Cast Lead. rom telephone conversations with the potential buyers, it seems that the military success of the war, and the identification and solidarity of Diaspora Jews with developments in Israel, has set in motion a drive to act among Jews,” said Ran Ben-Avraham, vice president of development and marketing at ZMH Hammerman Ltd., one of the companies involved with Neveh Zedek-by-the-Sea. “At the same time, they are faced with anti-Israel demonstrations and negative public opinion in European and other countries, which has increased their desire to buy an alternative home in Israel.” The 40-storey, 160-unit building is situated at the corner of Rehov Yitzhak Elhanan and Rehov Hatavor in the historic neighborhood of Neveh Zedek. In cooperation with designer Giorgio Armani, all apartments in the project are sold fully furnished by Armani Casa. Apartments cost $9,000$10,000 per square meter, depending on which floor they are situated. Over the past two weeks, the sales offices of ZMH Hammerman Ltd. and Eurocom Real Estate Ltd. have received 165 requests from foreign residents interested in purchasing an apartment in the project. During Operation Cast Lead, 77 requests were received from Jews in France and 88 from US Jews, in addition to requests by Jews from Belgium, Switzerland and Canada, as Diaspora Jews encounter a growing wave of anti-Semitism and are less afraid of rockets hitting Israel, Ben-Avraham told The Jerusalem Post. “In the wake of the global economic crisis, the real-estate market for luxury housing cooled down over recent months,” he said. “In light of recent anti-Semitic tensions abroad, we have noticed a flood of requests from Jews who are asking for information to arrange meetings in order to buy apartments in the project. The project... has attracted much interest, in particular by foreign residents, since it resembles living in a luxury hotel in the middle of an historic place like, for example, Rome.”

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Architecht Frank Gehry, who designed this 4B vision of Brooklyn’s Atalntic yards does not think it’s going to happen. In 2008 Frank Gehry laid off about two dozen employees that were assigned to the Atlantic yards project.

BY JEWISH VOICE STAFF “I don’t think it’s going to happen,” said famed architecht Frank Gehry who designed the Atlantic Yard’s $4 billion dollar project. Gehry’s believes that the project will never come to be because of the downturn of the economy. sked by a trade paper about “unrealized commissions” he most wishes had been built, famed 80-year-old architect Frank Gehry brought up Atlantic Yards. “I don’t think it’s going to happen,” he told the Architect’s Newspaper in an interview published online.

“I gather at this point it looks like that the only ways Ratner’s going to get that done is to do it at a lower cost.”

The comment suggests the plans between Gehry and developer Bruce Ratner is over. “While Ratner’s project is a big question mark, it appears to be clear that his star architect—a key selling point for the project, its sponsors and Barclays bank—is no longer working on the project,” said Daniel Goldstein, a member of the anti-Yards group Develop Don’t Destroy. Ratner’s controversial $4.2 billion project has came to a halt because the economy has froze f inancing it. Gehry’s Los Angeles-based design

f irm laid off all two dozen employees working on the Atlantic Yards project in November. The expansive project included a NBA basketball arena and f ive soaring Lego-like towers. A second phase of 11 towers, affordable housing and public space was also planned but never f inalized. According to Mayor Bloomberg, the

project may still get built but on a smaller scale and without Gehry. “It would be sad if Atlantic Yards gets built without the Gehry design, which would’ve been phenomenal for this city,” Bloomberg said. “I gather at this point it looks like that the only ways Ratner’s going to get that done is to do it at a lower cost and not to do everything at the same time.”

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ESDC Approves Javits Center Expansion BY PAUL BUBNY A $463-million plan to renovate and expand the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center was approved Tuesday by the Empire State Development Corp. board of directors. The plan is scaled down considerably from a more ambitious proposal earlier this decade to nearly double the West Side convention center’s exhibition space, which was quashed in early 2008 by then-Gov. Eliot Spitzer. op priority in the general project plan released by the New York Convention Center Development Corp. is a full roof replacement with a “green” roof. Parts of the 23-year-old convention center’s existing roof are said to leak during especially rainy weather. Other renovations will include replacing the exterior curtain wall to create a translucent façade for the “Crystal Palace,” installing high-eff iciency rooftop mechanical units and repairs and upgrading of building systems.

“The Javits Center will remain open and fully operational while work is underway.” The 100,000-square-foot expansion will contain 40,000 net square feet of exhibition space, down from earlier itera-

The 100,000-square-foot expansion will contain 40,000 net square feet of exhibition space. tions of the plan that would have expanded the current 790,000 square feet of convention space by 500,000 square feet or more. A headquarters hotel that was part of the $1.7-billion expansion approved by the Public Authorities Control Board in July 2006 is not within the scope of the current plan. Addressing the New York Building Congress in February ‘08, Spitzer said he “couldn’t rationalize” the cost of expanding the Javits Center, which he said had ballooned from the projected $1.7 billion to $5 billion. His successor, David Paterson, declared his support for a scaled-down expansion shortly after taking office. In a statement issued, Paterson says “we have taken the realities of the current economic climate into account

and made adjustments so that we can move forward.” Mayor Michael Bloomberg—who began lobbying to fast-track the project shortly after the PACB approved it in ‘06—says in a statement that this year’s renovation plan “will effectively address the Javits Center’s critical repair needs, and the modest expansion is at least a first step toward meeting the continuing demand for additional convention space. The convention industry represents an enormous opportunity for New York City and our local economy. It was important to move forward with this renovation, and it must be followed by a long-term plan to enhance New York City’s convention business.” As was the case with the ‘06 plan, the

PACB must sign off on this year’s. Construction could begin immediately thereafter, according to a release from Paterson’s off ice. The expansion is expected to be completed in 2010, and the renovation is expected to be completed in 2013. The Javits Center will remain open and fully operational while work is underway, the release states. Paying for the project has already been taken care of, according to Paterson’s office, as it’s fully funded with proceeds from Hotel Unit Fee-Secure Revenue Bonds issued by the Empire State Development Corp. in 2005. The bond issue was supported by a $1.50 hotel tax imposed for a 40-year period on daily hotel room rentals in the five boroughs of New York City.

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Faith Hope Consolo Wows Crowd at “Strength in Numbers: Women in NY Real Estate” Forum BY JEWISH VOICE STAFF Faith Hope Consolo, Chairman of Alexandra Roth, VP, The Bachrach Group; Prudential Douglas Elliman’s Retail and moderator Pamela Michaels, EVP, Leasing, Marketing and Sales Asset Preservation, Inc. Introducing the Division, delivered a message of hope evening was psychologist and Executive & and resilience in retail markets to a Career Coach Dr. Sharon M. Melnick who crowd of more than 100 top women set the tone with a positive message and a business leaders at the Strength in brief series of relaxation exercises. “Strength in Numbers was a stunning Numbers: Women in New York Real Estate Forum. As keynote speaker, the event and I am glad to have participatRetail Queen shared thoughts and ed,” says Ms. Consolo. “The message was consistent and views about the I think everyone current state of came out with a the market with better understandher signature caning of the market dor and humor. “She knows the and a broader base The crowd went market organically and of contacts.” wild on a number The March 9th of occasions, folthe group responded forum was held at lowed by numerenthusiastically, to the Mark Ecko ous standing ovasay the least.” Enterprise building tions. on West 23rd Street. The event oining Ms. location’s wide Consolo was the evening’s guest speaker Constance open, space accommodated the group in Mitchell-Ford, Real Estate Bureau Chief, a relaxed setting. New York Wine The Wall Street Journal, who provided Warehouse was on hand to showcase a insight into both the financial and real estate special selection of artisanal wines and markets. Preceding the speakers, there was Ms. Consolo provided gift bags. In an impressive panel of experts comprising addition, the New York Post and The Jennifer Murphy, VP, Plaza Construction; Mann Report distributed complimentary Meredith Oppenheim, SVP, Savills, LLC; issues.

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Airline Industry Loss Forecast Jumps 90% to Almost $5 Billion

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When Will This Market Turn? BY ROBERT KNAKAL

BY JPOST enough to keep pace with the drop in demand, and this should allow them to turn a loss of about $5b. last year into a prof it of about $100 million, IATA said. All other regions will report losses, led by def icits of $1.7b. in the Asia-Pacif ic and $1b. in Europe. assenger traff ic is likely to drop Losses in the fourth quarter of last 5.7% and cargo traff ic by 13%, year reached more than $4b., compared Geneva-based IATA said in a with the $1b. estimated, even as oil statement on Tuesday. The association prices halved from third-quarter levels, had predicted an IATA said. While the industry-wide loss steeper-than-expectof about $2.5b. for ed deterioration in the year as recentthe economy was ly as December 9. one factor, airlines Airlines are were also tied into shedding jobs, cutfuel hedging positing routes and tion which meant grounding planes they couldn’t fully to survive a slowbenef it from cheaper down that’s pushed crude. Kerosene previously profprices are generally itable operators fell less than the such as British overall oil price. Airways Plc and IATA’s f igures Cathay Pacif ic exclude non-cash Airways Ltd. to items such as a losses. IATA says $6.9b. goodwill industry capacity write-off from the may shrink 6% as merger of Delta Air carriers seek to Lines Inc. and better match seatNorthwest Airlines ing to ticket sales. Corp. If these are “The state of the included, the US airline industry Airlines are facing an industry’s loss last today is grim,” unprecedented global crisis year was about IATA Director due to a deepening global $21b., it said. General Giovanni Including hedgBisignani said on a recession. ing instruments that conference call. were ‘marked to “Demand has deteriorated much more market’ because they’d have produced a rapidly with the economic slowdown cash loss if exercised, the industry loss than could have been anticipated even a for last year jumps from an estimated few months ago. Combined with an $8.5b. to as much as $17b. The f igures industry debt of $170b., the pressure on are likely to be revised further as more the industry balance sheet is extreme.” carrier report numbers, IATA said. IATA based its revised estimates on a “Airlines are facing an unprecedentprojected 1.9% contraction in global ed global crisis due to a deepening gross domestic product as the economy global recession,” the trade body said in suffers the deepest recession since the its statement. “The sharp drop in pas1930s. The December forecast was senger and cargo demand is reshaping based a projected 0.9% drop. the industry, with drastic change from Carriers in North America have been capacity cuts, to consolidation talks and the only ones to reduce capacity fast cost-reduction measures.” Global airline losses may total $4.7 billion this year, almost 90 percent higher than previously forecast, as the deepening recession wipes out $63b. of revenue, the International Air Transport Association said.

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lically state that they are lending and lending more than last year, but who is I am asked this question several seeing this liquidity in the market? We times every day. The true answer is could also include TED spreads in this that I do not know and no one knows. category. This is the spread on bank loans to other banks which has historiWe are in unprecedented times. cally been 5 to 10 basis points. In here are so many factors to look at to September, this spread hit 470! Today it try to figure out when this market will is around 100. Lastly, let’s look at credit default start to correct but nothing that has happened, thus far, has indicated that we are swaps. They are indicative of the perheaded for clear skies in the short term. ception peers have of the credit worthiThere are several things we need to see and ness of other companies. The premiums several hurdles we need to overcome before that these swaps have been trading at are indicative of a general skeptisism we can say that we are headed for recovery. There is no doubt that many people that exists in the equity market today. Notwithstanding Citigroup and Bank will be f inancially disadvantaged and billions will be lost only to provide oth- of America recently announcing that ers with the opportunity to make for- they do not require any additional cash tunes. We saw this during in the early injections from the government, banks 1990s and today the circumstances are still need to raise cash and capital. Leveraged loan spreads are still bloated much more acute. Last week the stock market rallied and credit default swap premiums are still far too high. leaving some punBased upon all of dits proclaiming this, the recent bear that we are at the market rally does bottom and the “Based upon all of the not seem to be recovery has data available today, indicative of a botbegun. I do not tom in the market. think so and I will it would seem that we We believe that try to explain why. are looking at about a the housing market We have said for needs to bottom out many quarters that year before the before the economy in order to believe correction begins.” can bottom. Can that a recovery has housing bottom begun, we need to before unemploytrack three indicators: 1) a couple of quarters where ment peaks? Many economists do not banks are not compelled to raise capital, think so. Neither do I. Optimistic economists believe the 2) leveraged loan spread regulating and 3) credit default swap premiums attain- economy will bottom out in the third ing stabilized levels. Let’s look at each quarter of 2009 and the pessimists are projecting a bottom in the second quarof these indicators. Bank capital is stressed. Banks cur- ter of 2010. Unemployment is a lagging rently have more cash than they have indicator and will, likely, not peak until ever had but distortions caused by 3 or 4 months after the economy botmark-to-market accounting rules have toms. If we assume that the optimists forced banks to write down assets to are correct, we should have unemploylevels where bank capital levels are ment peak in the f irst or second quarter marginal. Due to reserve requirements, of 2010. This is when the housing marwhile banks have huge levels of cash, ket will probably bottom and the big 3 they are not lending as much as they indicators (mentioned above) will start could because of their capital ratios. to regulate. This is also the point at Mark-to-market accounting is stifling which we should start to see improvethe appetite for banks to originate new ment in the fundamentals within the commercial real estate market. loans. Based upon all of the data available Leveraged loan spreads are at all time highs. These spreads indicated the today, it would seem that we are looking willingness of banks to make loans. at about a year before the correction Based upon these spreads, it would begins. I certaintly hope it happens appear that banks are less eager to lend sooner. than they should be. Several banks pub-

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MTA Fare Hikes Enacted, Effective May 31 BY CODY LYON Unless Albany acts before May 31, the eight million New Yorkers who ride public transit each day will be served up another dose of economic reality, thanks to a doomsday budget vote by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority on last week. At the same time, the few hundred thousand motorists who cross on currently toll-free bridges will continue to do so. oting 12-1, board members passed a balanced budget, required by law, that sets in motion a 50-cent fare hike per one-way trip on MTA subways and buses, higher fares for Long Island and Westchester commuters, longer waits on train and bus platforms and increased tolls on city bridges. The subway and bus fare increases would take effect May 31, with higher fares and service cuts being phased in later. Hardly a surprise, the board’s move came after lawmakers in Albany failed to reach a solution or compromise plan to save the MTA from its crippling billion dollar-plus deficit. The meeting and vote, broadcast live on the MTA’s homepage, showed a marked level of frustration as both board members and citizens debated the transit agency’s past choices, the impact of current economic conditions and the city’s future public transit options. Several speakers railed at the MTA for what they saw as risky participation in a borrowers culture to cover much of its capi-

tal improvement budget needs. that the legislature would act soon. Acknowledging that many capital In reaction to the MTA vote, New York improvements made from 2000 to 2004 were Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver calls the “put on a credit card,” MTA executive direc- fare increases and service cuts unacceptable. tor Elliot Sander said at the meeting that He says in a statement that the Assembly despite the authority carrying a surplus in majority is prepared to pass a plan to save the MTA and prevent a 2007, deficits were massive fare hike. looming due largely to the ballooning Silver’s compromise plan would enact $2 debt service from the tolls on the East 2004 capital proRiver and Harlem gram. But he said the agency took “immeRiver bridges into Manhattan and tax diate action to payrolls at 34 cents become more effifor every $100 while cient in the face of widening gaps.” MTA fares would In his remarks, only increase by 8%. However, that Sander also said compromise plan ran “despite what some The 50% increase in ridership into roadblocks when have said about the we’ve experienced since 1996 is members of the State MTA in the heat of unprecedented and was simply Senate, led by majorthis debate, no one wants to wipe out the unthinkable to anyone who used ity leader Malcom Smith, introduced an e x t r a o r d i n a r y the system in the early 1980s. alternative. As progress that has GlobeSt.com reportbeen made here over the past 25 years, progress achieved through ed, that plan would omit the East and Harlem a $76-billion investment in state of good River bridge tolls, lower the payroll tax to 25 repair projects for our subways, buses and cents for every $100 and set fare increases at commuter rail.” He added, “The 50% 4%. In his remarks on Wednesday, MTA chair increase in ridership we’ve experienced since 1996 is unprecedented and was simply H. Dale Hemmerdinger thanked Smith, sayunthinkable to anyone who used the system ing, “I truly believe that he wants to do the in the early 1980s” and expressed the hope right thing but is being thwarted by infight-

ing and partisanship.” Earlier this month, Hemmerdinger told the New York Times that Smith’s plan fell short of meeting MTA’s needs by about $1 billion. For his part, Bronx senator, Pedro Espada Jr., who supported the Smith plan, tells GlobeSt.com, “it is unfortunate that the MTA’s arbitrary deadline has resulted in unnecessary anxiety for the ridership of mass transit.” Espada says the MTA must present an actual capital plan to the Legislature before the Senate will approve any revenue stream for such a plan. He says an MTA rescue must not have a disproportionate impact on any single group of constituents in his district, as well as throughout the city and Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk Counties. “The MTA took on too much debt and too much risk, and is now trying to saddle victims--in this case, the ridership–with bailing out years of bad decision making,” Espada says. “We are getting widespread support in my district for holding out against a toll and coming up with solutions that will not have a disproportionate impact on any one group. Sources told GlobeSt.com in a March 18 story that if the Senate delivers a workable plan in the coming days, it will not turn it down, and the fare hikes may not see fruition. However, sources said, time is of the essence, and if too many weeks pass, the wheels will be set in motion, and it would take months to detangle the changes put in place.

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67 Percent of Vital CAP Pay Your Taxes By Credit Card? Here’s Why Not... Funding for Yeshivas Restored BY CONSUMER REPORTS

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It’s tempting to pay your state and federal tax bill by credit card. The tactic lets you delay actual payment for a month or so, and maybe earn a few hundred or thousand reward points in the bargain. ere’s what’s wrong with that reasoning: • If you file and pay your bill electronically, you’ll owe more. The IRS authorizes just a few companies to process electronic credit- and debit-card payments. They’re permitted to charge processing fees of up to 2.49 If you’re paying by credit card because you’re percent of your balshort of cash now, the government offers an ance. On a $2,000 tax bill, that’s an option that can cost far less. extra $50. Why should anyone get more of your money, especially now? and interest. You’ll pay interest as • If it turns out you can’t pay that credlong as you owe, but the IRS’s curit-card bill on time and in full, you’re rent interest rate—4 percent for the subject to credit-card annual interest second quarter of 2009—is far less rates currently averaging 10.75 perthan the average credit-card rate, and cent, according to Bankrate.com. isn’t likely to jump up sharply over Folks with lesstime like a creditthan stellar card teaser rate. (If credit can pay you choose the an average of installment plan, “If you’re late on about 13 peryou still have to a payment, you’ll cent, says file the return on Cardtrak.com. time on April 15 to likely wipe out that • If you’re paying avoid penalties; reward with penalties by credit card you just don’t have and late fees.” because you’re to pay everything short of cash then.) now, the govern• The average ment offers an credit-card reward option that can cost far less. The IRS is 1 percent of purchases; on a automatically accepts requests for $2,000, that’s worth $20. If you’re payment installment plans (also late on a payment, you’ll likely wipe called payment agreements) for up to out that reward with penalties and $25,000 in combined taxes, penalties late fees. Why bother?

After an intense and well organized grassroots campaign spearheaded by TEACH NYS and joined by Agudath Israel, the UJO of Williamsburg, the Orthodox Union, Yeshiva University and the Sephardic Community Federation, Governor Paterson and Democratic legislative leaders Malcolm Smith and Sheldon Silver have agreed to restore $30 million in funding to non-public schools through the Comprehensive Attendance Program (CAP) in this year’s budget.

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AP is a state mandated program for all schools. It is a security measure that requires that schools take attendance at the start of every period to ensure that students are attending their classes and not leaving the school during class time. While the Governor proposed a 3.3% cut for public school funding in his proposed budget, he wanted to cut funding to yeshivas by an astounding 44% primarily by eliminating CAP for private schools. Last year’s allocation for CAP funding was closer to $45 million. However, considering the difficult fiscal situation in Albany where the state faces a $16 billion budget shortfall, this 67% restoration in funding is a major victory for private schools and in particular for yeshivas.

“Last year’s allocation for CAP funding was closer to $45 million.”

“We commend the Governor as well as the Senate and Assembly leaders for, Boruch Hashem, restoring most of the funding for this vital CAP program” said David G. Greenfield, Esq., Director and Counsel of TEACH NYS. “Special thanks go to the 15,000 parents who called the Governor through our TEACH NYS hotline and the dozens of askanim that joined us on frequent trips to Albany to successfully demand that CAP funding be restored.”

In the face of a multi-billion dollar hole in the state’s budget, Governor David Paterson cut the CAP mandate completely in his proposed budget, released late last year. After receiving over 15,000 calls protesting his private school budget cuts through a TEACH NYS hotline, the governor restored the CAP mandate but did not allocate any funding for it.

“In another major achievement, TEACH NYS led the effort to successfully restore the liability for the difference in funding this year.” In order to put further pressure on the government to reinstate the CAP funding, TEACH NYS organized a historic visit to Albany with over fifty yeshiva leaders from across New York State to meet with some of the most influential leaders of the senate and the assembly, as well as high ranking representatives from the governor’s office. In the end, the multi-pronged effort resulted in exactly what TEACH NYS called for—a reinstatement of most of the CAP funding and the resulting millions of dollars in funding for yeshivas. In another major achievement, TEACH NYS led the effort to successfully restore the liability for the difference in funding this year. That is to say, originally the Governor proposed that the difference in what was paid last year versus what will be paid this year should not be owed to the private schools. However, thanks to the TEACH NYS coalition, the private schools will receive an IOU for at least $32 million in state funding which will hopefully be paid in future years when the state’s fiscal situation is improved. TEACH NYS is the only organization exclusively dedicated to solving the tuition crisis and works each and every day on behalf of the 500,000 private school students in New York State

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Facebook: A Place to Connect with Friends, Family and Terrorists The online land of virtual-living has come to engulf nearly everyone from tweens, teens, and young adults to 30-somethings, 40-somethings and even some senior citizens. There are politicians, movie stars and athletes. This online scene has paved the way to a new brand of social networking that allows information to travel instantaneously. acebook includes some special features such as ‘status updates’ are more instant than the formerly number 1 online hotspot, My Space. This technological ‘status update’ feature is amazing for announcing an engagement but what about the public heartache of breaking one off? It is great for connecting friends but what about connecting terrorists with terrorists? The FOX Corporation, who previously bought My Space for 580 million dollars, has copied similar abilities. Briege McGarrity, a Partner at the Independent Film Group, told this newspaper, “I wish people would stop posting boring status reports such as “Is at work,” I mean, so what?” Fortunately, I have a feeling that the positive side of this card was what sparked and grew this tech brainchild. Facebook was founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg, and fellow computer science students, and is now worth billions of dollars. It is easy to assume the original intention of this website was to be the biggest and best oasis of high-schoolstyle clique chatter. You know, the one people used to dream of until sometime in the 90’s. Does anyone remember thinking that it was going to be difficult to keep in touch? It seems like today we experience the opposite. We can’t get away! Animal Fair Magazine, Founder and Editor, Wendy Diamond, who is a pet lifestyle expert and animal rescue advocate, told this newspaper, that with “Sooo many adorable dogs on Facebook it’s not leaving room for my real friends! Impossible to say no to puppies! Facebook needs to control who signs up because if the 88-million cats take wind on how to sign up there will be tons of cat fights!” Still, while this online community may be animal friendly it also possesses the power boost Yeshiva unknowns into virtual popularity instantly by means of ‘compulsive

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friend requesting.’ People can then add friends of their friends and build a signif icant connection base in a matter of hours. How does this play out for business professionals? Many people praise the amount of deals they have been able to sync up and close through the use of Facebook. Eli Selwyn, co-owner of Lease in Style told this newspaper, “Facebook is a great tool for business, Facebook is a huge free social network, people leave there Facebook page open all day while at work, which is convent for business.” However, there is still the parallel end of the spectrum. Ronn Torossian, CEO of 5WPR, 1 of the 25 largest PR firms in the US, told this newspaper, “Facebook has many benefits, but for those of us in business there are reasons to be wary. Facebook is an open community, and someone who works in my business added me as a friend, and then contacted all of my friends and linked to them. Online friends often aren’t real friends, and while there are advantages, there are also many reasons to be wary.” And, still worse than ‘friend’ stealing business foes is the new ability for all those opposed to the Jewish community to connect. As of this week, there are far over 500 pro-Hitler groups on Facebook with discussion boards filled with repulsive comments such as “Heil Hitler” and more. Even Iran’s Ahmadinejad is racking in the ‘Fan’ pages. Ahmadinejad has 476 groups praising him but still doesn’t even run a close second place to Hilter’s Facebook fan base. Where does the moderation come in? It is sad when freedom of speech creates an outlet for freedom of hate. So when will Facebook opt for real moderators? Isn’t there an option that would allow the Facebook team to secure a positive environment? Maybe, a clause in their terms of use that strictly prohibits against groups glorifying criminals or perpetuating hate cycles? Until then, it is up to us to cautiously guard our own precious community from the negative information, which has become embedded into the social media scene, pertaining to it. Be well and best regards.

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When I opened today’s New York Times 03/24/09 and turned to page A24, I was livid and shocked beyond belief to read your position on same sex marriages. I couldn’t believe you would accept such immoral behavior. Where is your sensitivity to our moral compass of life? How can you be sucked into the vortex of confusion and what could have possessed you with this evil inclination and be so brazen. Go see and read the Torah Leviticus chapter 8 (After the Death on Aaron’s Sons) Sentence (22) Thou shalt not lie with a male, as with a woman. This is an abomination. (23) And with no beast must you cohabitate and defile thyself with it. Neither shall any woman stand before a beast and lie down there to; it is perversion (Depravity). (24) Do not defile yourself by any of these things: for in all these the nations are defiled whom I cast out before you: (25) And the land is defiled: therefore I recalled its sin upon it, and the land vomited out its inhabitants. (28) Therefore let the land not vomit you out for having defiled it, just as it vomited out the nation that preceded you (29) For anyone who does any of these abominations, the people doing so will be cut off from the midst of their people. (30) Observe my charge not to do any of those abominable practices that were done before you. Not to become defiled by them. I am the Lord your G-d. Levititicus, Chapter 19 Sentence (2) Speak to the entire congregation of the children of Israel and say to them, be holy for I the lord your G-d am holy You have professed to us for years that your name Schumer was synonymous with Shomer, a Hebrew word meaning guard, you as the guardian of the Jewish people has let down your guard (G-d). What poisonous venom was injected into you to go against the entire Jewish Torah (bible), extracting the soul from the body making them null and a void unity. Your actions betrayed the Jewish nation; past, present and future. Marriage is an institution ordained by our creator, between Adam and Eve, man and woman, and you want to usurp the Torah’s Commandment.

Contemplate and review in your secluded moments the history of our people and you will find that when any generation or leader went astray it brought exile and destruction and only repentance brought rescue and survival. Be grateful for the positions you achieved through G-d, for the downfall of all leaders came when thy forsaken the Torah and mixed in with the multitudes. Everyone has a right to be wrong but not on this vital life issue. We study history to advance not to descend into the abyss. Why have you forgotten your roots? A true leader does not waver to popularity of the times but strengthens the link from generation to generation. You were to us a beacon and spark of hope which now seems to disappear and evaporate. We no longer can consider you’re our coach or hero. You purged yourself with guilt, and somehow you were injected with poisonous venom. Your actions have fired us up with your ominous support for such degenerates, freaks and queers. As a member of the Jewish Nation, I pray you gird yourself with the courage to readdress, reconsider and reshape the vital principles of the Torah, and negotiate and push aside both strong arms all those who penetrated you with this sin. Do not take my message lightly. For the creator will meet you on the day of judgement. Pull back before it is too late. No human has free speech when it comes to G-d and his Torah. Unless you recant, you will no longer be considered our Shepard. We trusted you. My father, Chief Rabbi Saul James Kassin was hurt and saddened to hear the report about you. And said, and these are his words just like in the days after King David, and King Solomon. A leader Yarovam Ben Nevat sinned and caused others to sin by worshipping idols. He has no shame in the World to Come. You went against the Almighty Creator. You will not go free. Instead of being a good guardian you have become a bad guardian. Jacob S. Kassin President The Kassin Group LLC Brooklyn, New York 11223

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As Bad As The Great Lion’s Den: Palestinians Who Depression…or Perhaps Worse Helped Create Israel BY ED KOCH

Every now and then, I ask myself, does it make sense to keep giving money to the financial institutions who bear major responsibility for bringing us to this point in time? CitiBank and AIG, they said, are too big for us to allow to go under. We live in a capitalistic society which normally employs the Darwinian axiom, “Survival of the Fittest.” But when our leaders, first Bush, now Obama, faced the test, they flinched and instead applied another rule, “too big to fail.” I’m a little guy who, after leaving the government, did very well in the stock market by my standards, and now see my estate reduced by about 50 percent. I have no desire to blame Obama he didn’t start the downfall - but it is his problem now and frankly, I don’t see any of the plans implemented by Paulson and Bernanke under Bush working and similarly, no let up in deterioration of my assets under Geithner and Bernanke under Obama, although some say the efforts so far have indeed saved our banking system which was on the verge of total collapse. It is hardly likely, no matter what happens, I will once again be poor as in my oday, we have a large middle class childhood, but anxiety is not good for anycreated by the economic effects of one, particularly those who have entered the World War II, particularly the G.I. bill twilight of their lives. I still cannot comprewhich gave WWII veterans like me benefits hend why it is that when the U.S. gives banks that allowed them to go to college with the billions of dollars for the stated purpose of government paying our tuition. I even par- bringing credit back into the market, or as it ticipated in the 52-20 program which provid- is now referred to, liquidity, loans are not ed unemployment benefits $20 a week for a being made by banks to individuals so they year. Then there were the housing mortgage can purchase housing, buy refrigerators and assistance programs that lured people to cars, and to small businesses so they can Levittown, Long Island and many other sub- meet their payrolls, provided of course the urbs. recipients of the loans are creditworthy. Those were halcyon days. Before World Those institutions have not been mandatWar II, movies cost 35 cents. When “Gone ed, with the new monies given to them, to With The Wind” opened in 1939, MGM make creditworthy loans. Regrettably, many charged 75 cents. of the earlier loans While before World were to those not War II, we were all of creditworthy. Some “The Obama plan will modest means, say the major drag on make mortgage nobody thought about our economy is the indebtedness more it because everybody lack of consumer they knew was in the manageable, but ultimately spending. Before the same condition. crisis, we spent with the debt itself needs to Now it is differabandon and lived on be greatly reduced.” ent. So many credit cards. Today, Americans are rich. we are saving at an Many if they compute the value of all their unbelievable eight percent rate and spending property -- are in fact millionaires, but today very little on cars and refrigerators. Surely, we all live day to day in great anxiety. We there is a reasonable in-between. But how know that before the breakdown of our eco- long before we get there? nomic system, many of us thought we had Why have the bankers, many of whom provided for the balance of our lives in retire- are responsible for the current economic ment and what a wonderful country this is condition, been allowed to call the shots, as that has allowed us to accumulate such seems the case? Why haven’t the wealth to take care of us and our children as Democratic legislators led by a brave new well. Now suddenly in about two years, president been able to insist on conditions starting in 2007, the wealth accumulated by assuring liquidity, on banks taking bailout millions of Americans in the stock market monies in the billions from the U.S. through 401ks, pension plans and IRAs has Treasury? Why have those same banks been literally halved in value. The largest tangible successful in preventing the simple rational possession for many, their home, has measure of allowing judges in bankruptcy to decreased in value on average by 30 percent change and reduce all the terms of a mortand in some parts of the country, even gage, including the amount of principal as greater. well as interest? Why are mortgage terms We have put our trust in a relatively deemed more inviolate than other contracts? young man, Barack Obama, believing his The latest effort to give bankruptcy judges vision and intelligence will somehow, as was more authority than they currently have is the case with F.D.R., save us. He has been in certainly better than before, but apparently office less than 60 days, so it would be unfair according to a New York Times editorial, to determine whether his efforts are succeedPlease turn to page 39 ing. The United States is going through the most difficult economic times since the Great Depression. In fact, in some ways, it may be worse than the Great Depression. I recall those dark days clearly. I turned 7 years old in December, 1931. In those earlier times, everyone we knew was poor like the Koch family and expectations were modest. Today, everyone I know is upper middle class or rich, living even higher on the hog. In this country, we have tens of thousands of millionaires and probably hundreds of billionaires. By comparison, there were only a relatively few extremely wealthy families during the Great Depression the Fords, Rockefellers, Mellons and DuPonts. In those days, wealth was not usually flaunted and ostentatiously exhibited as it is today, so perhaps there were many more rich people than I knew of.

BY DANIEL PIPES Palestinians have so loudly and for so long (nearly a century) rejected Zionism that Mufti Haj Amin al-Husseini, Yasser Arafat and Hamas may appear to command unanimous Palestinian support. ut no: Polling research finds that a substantial minority of Palestinians, about 20 percent, is ready to live side-by-side with a sovereign Jewish state. Although this minority has never been in charge and its voice has always been buried under rejectionist bluster, Hillel Cohen of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has uncovered its surprisingly crucial role in history. He explores this subject in the pre-state period in Army of Shadows: Palestinian Collaboration with Zionism, 1917-1948 (translated by Haim Watzman, University of California Press); then, the same author, translator, and press are currently preparing a sequel, Good Arabs: The Israeli Security Agencies and the Israeli Arabs, 1948-1967, for publication in 2010. In Army of Shadows, Cohen demonstrates the many roles that accommodating Palestinians played for the Yishuv, the prestate Jewish community in the Holy Land. They provided labor, engaged in commerce, sold land, sold arms, handed over state assets, provided intelligence about enemy forces, spread rumors and dissension, convinced fellow Palestinians to surrender, fought the Yishuv’s enemies and even operated behind enemy lines. So great was their cumulative assistance, one wonders if the State of Israel could have come into existence without their contribution.

“He calls collaboration with Zionism “not only common but a central feature of Palestinian society and politics.” The Mufti’s Absolute rejection of Zionism was intended to solidify the Palestinian population but had the opposite effect. The Husseini clique’s selfishness, extremism and brutality undermined solidarity: Using venomous language and murderous tactics, declaring jihad against anyone who disobeyed the mufti and deeming more than half the Palestinian population “traitors” pushed many fence-sitters and whole communities (notably the Druse) over to the Zionist side. Consequently, Cohen writes, “As time passed, a growing number of Arabs were willing to turn their backs on the [rejectionists] and offer direct assistance to the British or Zionists.” He calls collaboration with Zionism “not only common but a central feature of Palestinian society and politics.” No one before Cohen has understood the histor-

ical record this way. He discerns a wide range of motives on the part of the Yishuv’s Palestinian allies: economic gain, class or tribal interests, nationalist ambitions, fear or hatred of the Husseini faction, personal ethics, neighborliness or individual friendships. To those who would call these individuals “collaborators” or even “traitors,” he argues that they actually understood the situation more astutely than the rejectionists: Accommodationists presciently realized that the Zionist project was too strong to resist, and that attempting to do so would lead to destruction and exile, so they made peace with it.

“Cohen also confirms the key fact that not all Palestinians are enemies of Israel—something I have documented for more recent times.”

By 1941 the intelligence machinery had developed sophisticated methods that sought to utilize every contact with Palestinians for information-gathering purposes. Army of Shadows highlights the fact that the Yishuv’s advanced social development - what Cohen terms the “deep intelligence penetration of Palestinian Arab society”—was a one-way process; Palestinians lacked the means to penetrate Jewish life. Along with the development of a military force (the Hagana), a modern economic infrastructure and a democratic polity, this infiltration of Palestinian life ranks as one of Zionism’s signal achievements. It meant that while the Zionists could unify and go on the offensive, “Palestinian society was preoccupied with internal battles and was unable to mobilize and unify behind a leadership.” Cohen is modest about the implications of his research, specifically arguing that Palestinian assistance was not “the main cause” of the Arab defeat in 1948-49. Fair enough, but the evidence he produces reveals the crucial role of this assistance to the success of the Zionist enterprise in the period of his first volume. Interestingly, while that assistance remains important to the IDF today (how else could the IDF foil so many West Bank terrorist attempts?), the State of Israel deploys far greater resources than the Yishuv, making Palestinian assistance much less central today. Cohen also confirms the key fact that not all Palestinians are enemies of Israel—something I have documented for more recent times. This offers cause for hope; indeed, were the 20 percent of Palestinians who accept Israel expanded to 60 percent, the Arab-Israeli conflict would close down. Such a Palestinian change of heart—not additional “painful concessions” by Israel - should be the goal of every would-be peacemaker.

The writer is director of the Middle East Forum and Taube distinguished visiting fellow at the Hoover Institution of Stanford University.

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VAAD Harabbonim of Flatbush Political Action Committee Endorses Mike Bloomberg for Re-election Members of Brooklyn’s largest Board of Rabbis serve 250,000 New Yorkers in Synagogues, Yeshivas, and Social Service Organizations he Vaad Harabbonim of Flatbush Political Action Committee announced that at their monthly meeting last night their board, consisting of 80 Rabbis, voted to endorse Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg for reelection. You can view actual video footage at:www.youtube.com/ watch?v=QRmMMef9MfY.

“To know what our future will be, we might take a look at our past.

Serving 250,000 Jews (including 75,000 in Synagogue congregations) and located in the Flatbush area of Brooklyn, the Vaad is one of the most influential Orthodox rabbinical boards in New York City, and is considered the largest local Orthodox rabbinic body in the world today. The Vaad’s rabbis serve as the spiritual leaders and teachers in synagogues, yeshivas, and Jewish institutions throughout the Greater Flatbush

area. is an organization that plays an impor“To know what our future will be, we tant role in providing thousands of New might take a look at our past. In nearly Yorkers spiritual guidance and essential eight years, we have experienced safer services. It is because of this that I am streets, more honored today to access to quality receive their healthcare and e n d o r s e m e n t ,” other vital services Mayor Bloomberg for our elderly and said. “The Vaad has children,” said always shared my Rabbi Herbert vision of lowering Bomzer, President crime, growing the of the Vaad, economy,and standChairman of the ing up for the tough PAC and Rabbi issues. They underMelvin Burg, stand community Executive Vice cooperation is President of the needed by governVaad, in their ment to keep our endorsement stateCity moving forment. “No one has ward especially been more dedicatnow through tough ed to bridging comf iscal times. They munities, including appreciate the the Jewish commutremendous everynity, and under- Rabbi Herbert Bomzer is day work that the standing them then city and its agenPresident of the Vaad our current Mayor. cies do in an effort It is because of the Harabbonim of Flatbush. to provide a good strength and supquality of life to the port that he has residents in their given the communeighborhood.” nity that the Vaad Harabbonim of Since 2002, crime is down nearly Flatbush is proud to endorse Mayor 30% citywide, and in the local 70th Pct. Mike Bloomberg for re –election.” Police district, overall crime is down “The Vaad Harabbonim of Flatbush nearly 36%. Murder and rape incidence

“The Vaad Harabbonim of Flatbush is an organization that plays an important role in providing thousands of New Yorkers spiritual guidance and essential services.”

remain down nearly 50% in the High Impact Zone that was created within that district. Committed to helping businesses start, operate, and expand in New York City, Mayor Bloomberg established new business solution centers in 2004 that have served approximately 7,000 businesses in Kings County. Regardless of the size or stage of the business, the new business centers help provide access to services that help them continue to grow and expand. Last Sunday, Mayor Bloomberg was f irst off icially endorsed by Reverend A.R. Bernard and community leaders Joyce S. Johnson and Virginia L. Montague.

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Acclaimed Bottled Dancer Group Brings Tradition Back to Celebration BY AMBER GRISTAK newspaper, that this was “very challenging.” But, for the company founder, it was all worth it at the end of the after. The event went off perfectly and guests were thrilled, impressed and even in awe of the unique performance. “It was just fantastic,” said Pasternak. After his wedding, many people approached him asking him about the botn recent years, a tle dancers. They new and exciting wanted to know how party addition has they could hire them stepped onto the for their own events. scene and has even “It was just supposed received major media to be for our wedattention. The Bottle ding,” said Pasternak. Dancers, created in Then idea of 2001 by Michael doing more with the Pasternak, have eight bottle dancer group, offices around the which he had assemUnited States and are bled, stuck with him. called to perform at “A year after our events all over the wedding I said “this world. “We just could work,” said struck a chord,” said Pasternak. Pasternak. Now that The Television appearBottle Dancer group ances, for the tradiis in full motion and tionally themed custom creates every group, include Live Founder, Michael Pasternak performance. This with Regis & Kelly launched the group in 2001. creation process takes and of course the a short time conannual Chabad struct. Generally, the Telethon. Pasternak, performance begins told this newspaper with a non-traditional that at one point, protype of introduction. ducers from the teleA rabbi, who is one vision show, Life with of the performers, Bonnie called and will wander into the said “We want to event. The rabbi will write you into” the pretend to be lost episode. The episode then say things like was created and “This was not supreceived well by posed to be” and then viewers. ask if the event is a But, what is bottle different event that he dancing? According was looking for. This to the Bottle Dancer’s intro is always hilariofficial website, the ous but not meant to Bottle Dance be a stand-up [Yiddish: flash tantz, comedic routine. flaschen-tanz, flash“We are bringing A happy Bat Mitzvah girl tanz] is an “age-old the Bar Mitzvah back traditional Eastern celebrates her special day. into Bar Mitzvah,” European Jewish folk said Pasternak dance in which one or One funny experimen dance with a wine bottle on the head.” ence that Pasternak told this newspaper Traditionally, this energetic dance is typical- about, during an exclusive interview, was ly accompanied by klezmer music. The dance about how he spoke with a mother who pays a gracious homage to the special guests called and asked how she could connect this of honor. with the Beatles theme? He answered by sayWhere did the idea of returning to a more ing “When you are doing the Hora, are you traditional event entertainment form come going to be doing it yellow submarine?” She from? Michael Pasternak, the creator of the immediately decided to hire the performing Bottle Dancer group, told this newspaper that group. the idea originally came to him while planThis group has now even grown to attract ning his own wedding. He wanted a fun event the non-Jewish world. “Many people have but he also wanted something outstanding called who are not Jewish and want to hire and a throw back to the “old country.” the bottle dancers,” Pasternak told this newsPasternak, who has a background in the paper. arts, construed the idea and then went on a Now that the company has become search for men who would be able to perform streamlined in its organization and continual the legendary Bottle Dance. In regards to growth, Pasternak spends his time helping to finding the performers, Pasternak told this write the introductory scripts and oversee the It seems that for many people, today’s Bar and Bat Mitzvah’s are all about choosing the perfect theme. This theme thought process also seems to carry through into the many other events that we are all left planning for. More importantly, how many similarly themed events can one go to before they all begin to feel exactly the same?

The bottle dance is a traditional Eastern European Jewish folk dance.

The dance is usually accompanied by Klezmer music.

The dance is most often performed at weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and other celebrations. eight different locations of the company. For people interested in booking the Bottle Dance group, availability is somewhat flexible. The company has bookings until 2011. However, there are availabilities in between. Sometimes people are able to get last-minute bookings as well. “If we are available then it can be put together,” said Pasternak.

For more information on the Bottle Dancers and to see and hear reviews from real people please visit their website at www.bottledancers.com. You can also contact their office at 1-800-716-0556.

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Good News from the Middle East!

Today, IGDCB serves all blind Israelis who apply to them for a guide dog—free of charge. as glaucoma, diabetes, macular degeneration, and retinitis pigmentosa. IGDCB now has a state-of-the-art center, which includes everything from spacious dog runs, whelping kennels and veterinary clinic to a fragrance garden and a student center that has six bedrooms, a lounge, staff rooms, a dining room, and a lecture hall. Manned by 18 full-time employees, the new center also hosts many events that allow the sighted and the sightless to interact. The Center is now embarking on its biggest project ever—to buy and develop hether students or trainers, Jews of adjacent land that can be used to breed and all backgrounds and Arabs work train additional guide dogs. This will help side by side, in the process learn- even more blind people on the rapidly growing to appreciate each other’s heritage, points ing waiting list. Each one is a profile in of view, and human needs. In the 18 years courage. Take the case of Amit Bar-El, a soldier since the Center began, IGDCB has graduated hundreds of Israelis, promoting coexis- fighting house-to-house during the 2006 Lebanon War. As he rushed to aid a woundtence in a troubled region of the world. ed comrade, Amit Now, Americans opened a door only to can learn first-hand have a rocket explode about the remarkin the wall next to him. able work of One piece entered his IGDCB—and its head from below his inspiring clients. left ear and exited his From March 25thforehead. This 27th, Israeli Director plunged him into and co-founder, darkness and paraNoach Braun, lyzed the right side of together with one of his body. After more the Center’s recent than a year of physical graduates, Guy therapy, the 35-yearSimchi and his guide old father of two dog companion, will young daughters was be visiting New York finally ready to leave City. the hospital and return It all began with home to continue his a dream and a dog. rehabilitation. Norman Leventhal, Amit was deterco-founder and now mined not to be a burPresident of den to his family and IGDCB, met Noach, regain as much of his a former paratrooper previous independin the Israeli Army, Now, Americans can learn ence as possible. and was inspired by When Amit received first-hand about the remarkable Noach’s moving the call telling him explanation of why work of IGDCB—and its that he was invited to such a program was inspiring clients. join IGDCB, “there needed in Israel. was no one in the They began operaworld happier than I tions in a rented house on a moshav (agricultural community) was.” On his second day in the course, Amit was introduced to Dylan, an amazing black near Netanya. Before the Center was built, Noach Labrador that immediately started licking brought blind people into his own home, him. After walking with Dylan for the first where each person spent two weeks learning time, Amit said: “What a sense of freedom! to work with a dog. He recalls: “For years, It was the most wonderful feeling I have had my wife and I rented a four-bedroom house. since I was injured.” Amit is just one of hundreds of unsung Two bedrooms were for the kids and us; the heroes whose stories you can hear first hand other two were for our blind guests.” Today, IGDCB serves all blind Israelis when Noach and Guy Simchi, another who apply to them for a guide dog—free of IGDCB graduate, visit New York from charge. Its applicants include those blinded March 25th-27th. What amazing stories of by senseless acts of terror or by diseases such hope, cooperation and triumph they can tell!

BY JEWISH VOICE STAFF

At last, a program in Israel that brings together blind Jewish and Arab residents to give them a new “leash” on life. The Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind provides independence and mobility, as well as improved self-esteem and companionship, through the use of guide dogs. The program transforms lives and allows blind people to become more productive citizens in their communities.

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Mark Your Calendar for Judaism’s Once-In-28-year Special Event Birkat HaChamah

BY RABBI REUVEN SPOLTER The fact that you’re reading this article is a minor miracle. Think of all the things that needed to fall into place: the computer, the hard drive, the labyrinth of the Internet, the web browser even the electrical power driving it all. here is incredible complexity built into the simple act of reading this article. And yet, we sit before these machines every day without giving them a moment’s thought.

Until they stop working. When that blue screen appears and the computer freezes, we hold our breath hoping that nothing has failed, that we haven’t lost weeks of hard work. Only when we reset the computer and it functions properly again, do we let out a sigh of relief, return to work... and take it all for granted again. The Talmud (Brachot 59b) teaches: He who sees the sun at its season, the moon at its strength, the stars in their paths, and the constellations in their order, recites “Blessed is the One Who performs the act of creation.” And when does this happen? Abaye says: Every 28 years, when the cycle returns and the season of Nissan falls in Saturn, on the fourth day of the week. On April 8, 2009, the eve of Passover, Jews around the world will rise early, gaze at the sun and recite the least-frequently-recited blessing in Judaism: Birkat HaChama, the blessing on the sun. We recite this blessing once every 28 years, and it’s coming to your neighborhood very soon. Assuming, of course, that the sun rises that fateful Wednesday the same way it has every day until now... How-to

Ideally, one should recite the blessing as early as possible, and with as large a group as possible. Practically speaking, this means that people will get up early and pray Shacharit right at sunrise, and immediately after recite the blessing: (Incidentally, this is the same blessing said upon seeing other natural phenomena such as awe-inspiring mountains deserts, lightning, earthquakes, hurricanes, astronomical phenomena and impressive bodies of water.) Preferably, the blessing should be said by the third hour of the day. Adjusting for daylight savings time, this time is 9:42 a.m. in New York City, and 9:30 a.m. in Jerusalem. If necessary, the blessing can still be said up until midday (12:57 p.m. in New York and 12:41 in Jerusalem). The blessing should be said where you can see the ball of the sun, or at least the silhouette of the sun behind a cloud. If it is a cloudy day and you cannot see the sun, you should say the blessing without including God’s holy name. According to the Mishnah Berurah (229:8), there are a number of other prayers to say that morning, in the following order: 1. Psalm 148 2. The blessing of “Oseh Ma’aseh Breishit” 3. “Kel Adone...” until “Chayot Hakodesh” (part of the first blessing of Shema on Shabbat morning) 4. Psalm 19 5. “Aleynu” 6. Kaddish (in the presence of a minyan) Do the Math On the Jewish calendar, Creation took place 5,769 years ago. Why recite this blessing now? Why only once every 28 years? And how can this blessing help us grow closer to God in our daily lives?

In order to understand Birkat HaChama, a bit of astronomy is necessary. The Torah teaches that on the fourth day of creation that very first Wednesday of world history God created the sun (Genesis 1:16). A solar year is 365 1/4 days long i.e. 52 complete weeks, plus 1 1/4 days left over. That means each year, the sun returns to its starting point 1 1/4 days later in the week. The sun resets to its original starting point at the first hour of Wednesday morning only once every 28 years. (Do the math.) We recite the blessing, “Who performs the act of creation,” because as we watch the sun rise that morning, we’re witnessing the sun aligned at precisely the same spot and on the same day and same hour where it stood at the beginning of time. This represents the completion of another cycle of creation, as the solar system resets, renews, and begins again. Spiritual Significance The blessing on the sun reminds us to pause and wonder at the miraculous marvel of Creation. One of the great things about the sun its reliability also presents a great spiritual problem. It rises and sets every day, like clockwork, without fail. So we begin to take it for granted, and assume that just like it’s always there, it always will be. Nothing can be further from the truth. Every morning during Shacharit, we describe God as “He who illuminates the earth... and in His goodness renews daily, perpetually the act of Creation.” While the sun rises each day, it rises because God actively causes it and all of nature to function according to His divine and infinite will. In the harried rush of our busy lives, we allow ourselves to forget God’s role in the majesty of Creation. We take Him for granted,

precisely because He’s always there, running the world in the background. The sun provides so many miraculous benefits: Vitamin D and warmth for our bodies, photosynthesis that supports all life, and (according to the journal, Nature) more solar energy in one hour than all of mankind uses in one year. And all with great precision: Were the sun located just a bit further away or a bit closer than its distance of 92,960,000 miles, life on planet Earth would cease to exist. As we recite the blessing on the sun, we contemplate the majesty of God’s Universal Reset, appreciating God’s amazing work that allows us to serve Him, as the sun rises, each and every day. So... Twitter your friends and mark your calendar for the morning of April 8. Twenty-eight years from now, you’ll probably be sitting with your grandchildren, reminiscing about where you were when you said the blessing on the sun in 2009.

The Blessing of the Sun We mark this rare occasion by going outside at dawn to recite the special Birkat HaChamah (Sun Blessing), acknowledging G-d’s might: aruch Atah Ado-nai, Elo-hei-nu Melech Haoloam, Oseh Ma-aseh Bereshit. Blessed are You, Hashem, our G-d, King of the Universe, who makes the work of creation.

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Pesach: Experiencing G-d’s Unconditional Love BY RABBI DAVID AARON Pesach commemorates the miraculous Exodus of the Jews from Egypt. After 210 years of oppression and cruel servitude, an entire people leave in astounding record time, faster than it takes dough to leaven into bread. We celebrate this event with a festive meal and ceremony called the Seder, during which we recite the Haggadah the telling of this wondrous historical episode.

Shahar Azan

he Exodus from Egypt, however, is not just another milestone in the history of the Jewish people. In fact, every holiday is actually a memorial to the Exodus. Even Shabbat is referred to as a “Zechar l’yitzias Mitzrayim,” a remembrance of the Exodus from Egypt, although it has no apparent connection to the Exodus. In addition, every Jew is obligated to see himself as if he personally had left Egypt and to recount Nothing can stand in the way of G-d’s love for you. No obstacle is too great. His love transcends all barriers. it every day. The first of the Ten Commandments is: “I We know that each Divine name indicates undeserving and unworthy to be liberated by door-posts? Did God really need this sign to am YHVH your God, Who took you out of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.” The a different encounter with God, revealing dif- God as Elokim, they were nonetheless saved identify the Jewish homes and pass over Zohar, the magnum corpus of Jewish mysti- ferent attributes and perspectives of the by God as YHVH. This basic truth is embod- them? Actually, there is one obstacle that can cism, explains: “This is the foundation and Divine truth, and of our relationship to God. ied in the Exodus story and therefore we stand in the way of God’s love. God can love “Elokim” is God revealed as the Creator must remember the exodus daily. the root of Torah, all the commandments, and us, but He can’t make us believe that he loves of nature, borders, rules, principles, and reg- Skipping Over Mountains the complete faith of Israel.” Such is the way of true parenthood: us. A poignant passage in Isaiah portrays this Thus, the Exodus is the seminal event of ulations. This is the name that appears the Jewish calendar and of daily Jewish con- throughout the creation story. In addition, Because of my love for my child, I establish impasse. The prophet is defending the peothis name refers to God when He is revealed for her rules and regulations. I create a world ple, claiming that they are sinning because sciousness. Although the obvious theme of the holi- as a Judge, committed to laws, order, justice, of law and order where her choices incur real God is not present for them. God responds: day is freedom it is commonly referred to as consequences, cause and effect. God, as consequences. I judge her, reward her and “I was ready to be sought by those who did Pessach. Why isn’t the “Holiday of Freedom” Elokim, responds measure for measure to the discipline her, all for the sake of empowering not ask for Me. I was ready to be found by or the “Exodus” more popular? Jewish tradi- choices and deeds of people. Therefore, God her to take responsibility and become who those who did not seek Me. I said ‘Here I am, tion teaches that it is so named because God as Elokim cannot save the Jews, because they she can be. However, since my judgment is here I am’.” (Isaiah 65:1) God may pour because of my love passed over the houses of the Jews when He don’t deserve it. upon us all His love, However, God is not only referred to as and thereby subordicaused the tenth plague, the death of the first but it is up to us to born of the Egyptians. This image of God, Elokim, but also as YHVH. This divine name nate to it, there may be acknowledge and hopping and skipping over the Jews’ homes, is mentioned when God is revealing His times when I will be accept it. We have to compassion. It indi- compassionate toward is also hinted at in the make some overture, cates that God is not my child even though Song of Songs, which some sign. That’s what only a Creator, a she does not deserve is read on Pessach: “Behold the voice of smearing the blood on Ruler, and a Judge, it. I will “pass over” “Behold the voice of the door-posts was all but also a compas- my standards of judgmy Beloved comes my beloved comes about. God did not sionate Sustainer. He ment and be compasskipping over mounskipping over the need an identifying lovingly extends and sionate, in order to tains, hopping over mountains, hopping sign, but we had to shares Himself with save my child. I will valleys.” identify ourselves as us, perpetuating our overrule my rules in The oral tradition over the valleys.” wanting redemption existence at every the name of love. emphasizes that it and believing it can This is the meanmoment. We do not was God Himself happen. God says to exist independently of ing of the verse in the who personally came the Jews, “Nothing of Songs: The Egyptian military security to redeem Israel, He did not send an agent. A YHVH, rather we are unified with Him, as Song can stand in the way of verse in Exodus reads, “I will perform judg- the rays of the sun are to the sun or the “Behold the voice of was so tight that no slave had My love for you, ment—I am YHVH.” Rashi explains that thought is to the thinker. Therefore, YHVH my beloved comes ever succeeded in escaping except you.” God is assuring the Jews that “I Myself and suggests that God is like a compassionate skipping over the Pessach is the time mountains, hopping Pharaoh’s captivity. And yet the not an agent” will deliver you from oppres- parent and we are His children. God as Elokim is committed to the laws over the valleys.” entire nation of 3 million people to experience and sion and enslavement. acknowledge God’s Couldn’t God have simply decreed the of nature, and only works within the limita- Nothing can stand in unconditional love for death of the first-born without all this skip- tions of time and space. Therefore, God as the way of God’s love left Egypt in less time than it you. That’s why it is ping around? What is the significance of His Elokim could not liberate the Jews from for you. No obstacle is takes for dough to rise. the foundation of all too great. His love Egypt. personal involvement? the holidays, of all of Judaism. Without the God as YHVH, however, is beyond transcends all barriers. It is common knowledge that the Jews in This is the inner dynamic of this miracu- acknowledgment that God loves you enough Egypt deteriorated to the 49th level of spiri- nature. He is the miracle worker Who, in the tual impurity and moral decadence. Our name of love, can transcend time and space lous event, and this is one reason why this to redeem you—even when you’re not worholiday is commonly referred to as Pessach. thy, you have no inkling of God’s relationship sages tell us that God saved them just before and perform supernatural feats. Indeed the Exodus of the Jews was mirac- God, in order to pass over the homes of the with you. That’s why we read the great love they fell to the last level, the 50th, which is total spiritual suicide and obliteration. In ulous. The Egyptian military security was so Jews, passed over His attribute of judgment poem, the Song of Songs, on Passover. That’s other words, the Jews were actually unwor- tight that no slave had ever succeeded in in the name of love. The Zohar teaches: why we spend hours reciting the Haggadah, thy of liberation. So why did God free them escaping Pharaoh’s captivity. And yet the “Even though God loves justice, His love for like an enamored lover describing every entire nation of 3 million people left Egypt in His children overcame His love for His jus- minute detail of how her beloved proposed to nonetheless? her. less time than it takes for dough to rise. (To tice.” Love through Discipline, and Beyond The more we acknowledge God’s love, A careful reading of the Exodus story mobilize my own family to leave the house Blood on the Doorpost One more vital point needs elucidation: the more we will experience His uncondishows that the predominant message of the takes longer than that.) This perhaps is the greatest miracle in the Why did God require the Jews to sacrifice tional love. May you have a happy Pessach, liberation of the Jews is the revelation of the Exodus story: Even though the Jews were the Pascal lamb and smear its blood on their basking in God’s loving presence. profound truth of “I am YHVH.”

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Games and Tips for the Seder BY REBECCA RUBINSTEIN The Seder nights are one of the most memorable of the Jewish calendar. Many of us have fond memories of our family Seders. Others just remember the grown ups reading the Haggadah round the table, as our tummies rumbled and we wondered if dinner was ever coming. ut the Seder shouldn’t be dull. Long before the days of multimedia, in the times of the Mishna, the Seder was a audio-visual re-enactment of the going out of Egypt for the children. In some communities the father would dress up in white robes, holding a stick with an attached cloth and walk around the table chanting the passage, “We were slave to Pharaoh in Egypt...”

A Note to Parents Get your kids to prepare activities ahead of time to increase their anticipation and involvement. (See below for specific ideas.) If you are inviting friends, let them know ahead of time that they have to prepare a fun activity or explanation on a specific section of the Haggadah. This way everyone is involved and is waiting for their turn to play the game, or act something out. Very important: Remember to have a bag of small prizes or treats as incentives for good questions and involvement.

The Seder should be exciting, warm, friendly and fun.

Today we dip as a sign of freedom. • What does the shank bone remind us of? The Passover lamb which our forefathers sacrificed to God when they came out of Egypt. • Can you say all ten plagues in

lence, wild beasts, vermin, frogs, blood. • Who am I? I am the last thing you eat before you bensch, say the blessing after the meal. There are often lots of fights over who hides

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Activity Ideas You will need a basket full of questions and answers about Passover on individual index cards or paper. Get your kids ahead of time to prepare as many questions and answers as they can from the Haggadah and write the questions and answers down. Here are some suggestions to get you started. • Why do we eat Matzah on Passover? To remind us of the dough that didn’t have time to rise as our forefathers were rushed out of Egypt. • Name the Four Sons? The wise, the wicked, the simple, and the one who doesn’t know how to ask. • How many cups of wine do we drink at the Seder? Four. • What things connected with Seder night are associated with the number four? Four sons, four cups of wine, four questions. • Why four cups of wine? To celebrate our freedom. • What is the second plague? Frogs. • Why do we dip in the Charoset? The Charoset represents the cement that the Jews used to cement the bricks together in their slavery.

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The whole aim was—and continues to be—to stimulate the kids to ask questions and get involved in the Seder. The “props”—be it the Seder plate, or the cushions for leaning—are all there in order to arouse curiosity in our kids and get them asking questions. Here are a number of ideas to make the Seder fun and meaningful for everyone. All the games are suitable for all ages and are a lot of fun.

Many of us have fond memories of our family Seders.

order? Blood, frogs, vermin, wild beasts, pestilence, boils, hail, locusts, darkness, plague of the firstborn. • Can you say the ten plagues backwards? Plague of the f irsborn, darkness, locusts, hail, boils, pesti-

me and who finds me. Who am I? The Afikoman. • Who am I? I am one of the key figures in the story of the going out of Egypt. I lost my whole army and half my country in my stubbornness. Who am I? Pharoah.

• Who am I? I am one of the plagues. I made the Egyptians itch like crazy all over. Who am I? Lice. • Who am I? My name does not appear once in the Haggadah, but I went several times to Pharoah with my brother to try and persuade him to let the Jewish people go. Who am I? Moses. • Who do we fill a cup for on the Seder table and hope he comes and joins our Seder? Elijah. After the Mah Nishtana, you ask one of the kids to blindfold one of the guests or another family member. Then the blindfolded one has to pick a card out of a box or hat. Someone is chosen to read the question. If the blindfolded one answers correctly he or she gets a point/sweet/nut/small prize. The game can be played at different intervals during the evening. Who or What Am I? n advance of Seder night write out on separate pieces of paper the names of characters or objects associated with Seder night. For example: Pharoah, Elijah the Prophet, The Wise Son, Maror, Charoset, Matzah, Chametz, Frog, Wild Beast, etc. During the Seder choose a volunteer. Tie a scarf around his forehead and stick a name on the scarf so that everyone can see it but him. Now he has to ask questions about himself, to which everyone answers Yes/No until he figures out who he is. If he guesses in five or less questions, he gets a prize.

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CONSUMER

Credit Card Rewards: Use Them or Lose Them

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How to Avoid Dangers at Home BY CONSUMER REPORTS Along with the spring cleaning you’ll do over the coming weeks, conduct a thorough safety inspection of your home to uncover and deal with home dangers related to the products, systems, or areas of your home below. his information is adapted from ShopSmart magazine. Download a PDF of the entire story, which covers other products, inflatable pools, swing sets, and trampolines, and covers lead and radon test kits and includes items you need for a home-safety tool kit.—Ed Perratore

BY ANDREA ROCK If you’ve been stockpiling frequent flyer miles or other reward points earned with credit cards, better use them before you lose them. hat’s the word from Robert McKinley, who has been following the credit card industry for more than 20 years as founder of CardTrak.com, based in Naples, Fla. To offset losses due to consumers defaulting on their card debt, issuers are already jacking up interest rates and fees, not to mention cutting or freezing credit limits. Next, card companies are likely to trim their costs by reducing the value of rewards or even eliminating the programs entirely with little advance warning, according to McKinley. “Rewards programs cut into profits, and issuers can make changes in them faster than they can with other card terms, so you may suddenly get a letter saying that you need more points for airline seats or that the rewards program is over, effective immediately,” McKinley says. Another way you can lose reward points is by making late payments, which will also trigger penalty fees, typically $39 these days. Penalty fees were one source of card company revenue that actually rose last year as the economy took a nosedive. According to industry consultant R.K. Hammer, card issuers’ penalty fee income jumped to $19 billion in 2008, up 5 percent from the previous year. Penalty fees in 2009 are predicted to increase further, to a record $20.5 billion. So if you’re planning to take a trip to use up some reward miles, make sure you’ve got your credit card payment set on autopay or in the mail before you leave and don’t inadvertently pay a price for cashing in those “free” miles.

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Cooking appliances If you’ve got kids at home, unplug small kitchen appliances when not in use so curious toddlers can’t turn them on. Be especially sure to unplug a toaster or toaster oven since some models have been known to turn on spontaneously or not turn off at the end of a cycle, posing a fire risk. We advise against running slow cookers, washers, dryers, and dishwashers when you’re not home.

Glass doors and tables You know to put large stickers on sliding glass doors to keep people from walking or running into them. But glass tables can also break and cause cuts, a particular hazard for small kids. Replace glass tables with nonglass ones or buy a table with tempered safety glass. Tempered glass can greatly reduce injuries. Read this post from the Consumer Reports Safety blog for more details. Garage-door opener Automatic door openers should have an electric eye that causes a closing door to reverse if an object, or a toddler, gets in its path. If your garage door lacks this safety

Shelves If you have small kids, don’t store anything they might find attractive near a stool or anything they could climb on to try to reach it. But climbing isn’t the only hazard: A pile of toys on a shelf could also topple on a child’s head when he tries to pull out the one he wants. Showers and tubs Skidproof rubber mats in both the tub and shower help prevent falls. Even better, especially if elderly family visit often, install grab bars and other related upgrades. Smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms You should have smoke alarms installed on every floor of your home (near bedrooms on those floors) as well as inside every bedroom. Install a dualsensor alarm to detect both fast-flaming and smoldering fires. Test alarm batteries every month and replace them twice a year when you change the clocks. Replace alarms every 10 years—sooner if recommended by the manufacturer. Also, be sure you have a home-escape plan that everyone’s familiar with.

Dead bolts Double-cylinder dead bolts can prevent burglaries but one might prevent quick escape if you can’t find the key to the door during a home fire. If you can’t keep the key in the lock or very close by at all times, replace the lock. Many municipalities ban double-cylinder locks for main points of egress.

We advise against running slow cookers,

Electrical outlets and wires Outlets with a ground-fault circuit washers, dryers, and dishwashers when interrupter (GFCI) could prevent two- you’re not home. thirds of the estimated 160 electrocutions and thousands of burns and electric shocks that occur in U.S. homes each year. They’re essential in bathrooms, the kitchen, and anywhere else near feature, replace the opener with a new, safer water. Adding a GFCI is an easy retrofit for one that’s properly adjusted. an electrician. You can also purchase a GFCI circuit breaker that will protect all outlets Hand rails serviced by that branch. You can prevent falls by installing secure Also have an electrician house any hand rails all the way up any stairway that exposed or dangling wires in an electrical has only a partial hand rail or lacks one. box that’s covered with a plate. You’ll find prefab rails at local home centers. Floors and steps While it’s pricey to replace a stairway, any step that’s taller or shorter than the rest is a stumbling hazard. And any portion of a floor that’s uneven could cause a fall; leveling the floor is the only way to solve the problem.

Lighting Be sure stairways are well lighted at the top and bottom. If household members regularly bump their head against a chandelier, shorten the chain or replace the chandelier with a ceiling fixture.

Tap water Hot tap water causes roughly 3,800 injuries and 34 deaths a year in this country, with most accidents affecting pre-K kids and the elderly. Turn down the thermostat on your water heater to 120*F, which will also save energy. An antiscald valve (around $100 and up) will stop the flow of water should it get too hot, say when someone flushes a toilet elsewhere in the house.

Televisions and furniture Falling TV sets are a growing cause of childhood deaths and injuries. Place your television set or other electronic gear on a secure TV stand or on a shelf fastened to the wall. Secure any furniture over 30 inches tall to the wall with antitip restraints. Window blinds and drapery cords Common household window treatments with cords can strangle a baby. Cut looped cords in half to form two strings and wrap up loose ends beyond a child’s reach. Other options: Roll up the cords and tie them with rubber bands or twist ties, or mount a hook out of a child’s reach to secure the excess cord.

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Pomegranate Shoppers Praise Pesach Shopping Experience

The store boasts state-of-the-art kitchens.

BY JEWISH VOICE STAFF Pesach was in the air and in the aisles at Pomegranate, Brooklyn’s premier kosher supermarket this week. The store was filled with an interesting mix of shoppers. Some were making their weekly shopping visit, others were getting an early start on their Pesach preparations, and a few were just in the neighborhood. lga Ayzenberg, a Brooklyn resident, comes to Pomegranate regularly to buy organic foods, including produce, chicken, milk, eggs, and some of the other unusual products that the store carries. “Brooklyn doesn’t have a store like this,” said Ayzenberg. “It is cheaper than Whole Foods.” Another customer, also from Brooklyn, frequents the store a few times a week. “I’m a daily shopper,” she explained. “I don’t plan ahead so I just come on my way back from work.” She is drawn to the store because “there are the certain things- like the cheeses and takeout—that you can’t get elsewhere. And they let you taste the takeout so you know what you are getting.” Some of the other shoppers had long since become accustomed to the special shopping experience at the store, which includes the best kept secret: daily discounted items that are priced so low as to make them “steals” as some shoppers called them. While it may be located in Brooklyn, Pomegranate is far from a Brooklyn store. Many of the shoppers come from the New York metro area. Harriet Kriegel drove more

than an hour from her home in Westchester to do her Passover shopping at Pomegranate. She came because she was “impressed by the cleanliness, merchandising, selection and service” on her previous visit. That visit was prompted by an article Kriegel read about the store in a magazine. Mahmoud Ali, a Muslim who tries to only buy kosher, merely happened to see the store once and walked in. Now he shops there on a regular basis. He favors Pomegranate because “the food is high quality and the store is very clean.” Esther Ancona knew about Pomegranate before it even opened. Living nearby, she saw the construction of the store in progress. Ancona, who shops at the store a couple of times a month, enjoys her experience there because “the service is great and the valet parking is really, really helpful. The workers are really good and always ready to help.” When asked if she plans on coming back to do her Passover shopping at Pomegranate, she excitedly replied “100,000% yes! With my mother!” Filled with even greater enthusiasm, Elky Faivish is something of Pomegranate devotee. She thinks the store is “the best thing that ever happened” and shops there every week. “I love it!” declared Faivish, who lives locally in Brooklyn. “It’s a relief to walk in the store, everything is there. You don’t have to sift or sort through anything, there is no frustration in shopping.” Although there is plenty of kosher food available in her Boro Park neighborhood, Sandy Bendel comes to Pomegranate when she is looking for something exotic. “They

The brightly lit store glows with fresh radiance.

have a beautiful selection of everything under the sun,” she said. Bendel plans on returning to Pomegranate for her Passover shopping because she is having company and wants to set a nicer table. “You know how it is,” she confided warmly. “I want the best for my kids.” There were other shoppers who had developed a rapport with one of the chefs in the Pomegranate kitchen. “He’s really my chef as he gives me ideas almost every din-

ner,” a 30-ish woman said. Another shopper is a “cheeseaholic.” She loves the unprecedented assortment of kosher cheeses. Some commented on the freshness of the produce, on the great looking meats, and the wide assortment of fish. One shopper summed it up this way: “My family always worries about what they will eat on Passover. My answer is that it won’t be a problem since I shop at Pomegranate.”

“We Would Like To Wish All Our Customers A Happy and Healthy Passover”

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PEARLS OF WISDOM

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Pearls of Wisdom “PHILANTHROPY AND LOVING KINDNESS” Chapter 31 BY RABBI YOSHIYAO PINTO son. Our Sages said: (Beitzah 32): “It is common knowledge that he who acts with kindness towards others comes from the seed of Abraham the Patriarch; whereas he who has no compassion in his heart obviously could not be a descendant of our Father Abraham.” n Derech Eretz 29 there is a beautiful Midrash about Abraham the Patriarch: three years after Ishmael was sent away, Abraham our Father missed him very much and wanted to go see him. Sara the Matriarch refused to let him go, unless he swore to her that he would not dismount his donkey. Once he did, she acquiesced. He reached Ishmael’s home in midday only to find out that Ishmael was away. He asked his wife: “Where is Ishmael?” She answered: “He went with his mother to gather fruits and dates from the desert”. Abraham our Father asked: “May I have some bread and water, I am exhausted after my trip in the desert”. Her response: “I have neither bread nor water!” He told her: “When your husband returns, please tell him the following: an old man from the land of Canaan came here to visit you and he asked me to tell you: Replace

One of the most inherent and intrinsic qualities characteristic of the Jewish soul is the quality of loving-kindness. This quality, when wholly and fully present, constitutes the highest, most noble mark of identity of a “Kosher” authentic Jew. A Jew who is a true descendant of our Father Abraham; who himself was the chariot of mercy, one who is a real son of his (Abraham’s)

the threshold of your home and get a new one, the one you currently have is totally inappropriate for you!” When Ishmael returned from the desert, upon hearing the old man’s message, he immediately understood the meaning behind his father’s words and divorced his wife, posthaste. His mother found him a new wife from her father’s homeland. Her name was Fatimah. Three more years went by and Abraham again went to visit his son Ishmael, again swearing to Sara that he would not dismount his donkey. It was midday when he reached Ishmael’s tent, where he was greeted by his wife. When he asked: “Where is Ishmael?” She said: “He and his mother went with the camels to the desert.” He asked: “May I have some bread and water, I am worn out after my trip in the desert”. She went in and came right back with bread and water. Abraham immediately started praying to the Holy One, Blessed Be He, for his son. Shortly after, Ishmael’s house was filled with all the best of the world’s blessings and beneficence. Abraham felt that a woman who was lacking the quality of compassion was not suitable for his son. “Change your threshold”—he ordered—”She is not for you!

You are my son, and I am the chariot of Mercy. The person who does not have loving kindness in his blood and compassion in his soul; this person contradicts my basic essence; he is not worthy of standing on the threshold of my home nor does he merit finding shelter with me.” When Eliezer, Abraham’s servant, was sent to bring the right soul mate for Isaac, he knew that of all the qualities she should posses; mercy and compassion in her heart were of the utmost importance. The sign he chose to identify the perfect wife intended for Isaac by G-d was incredibly characteristic: “And it shall come to pass that when the virgin cometh forth to draw water, and I say to her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water of thy pitcher to drink. And she say(s) to me, Both drink thou, and I will also draw for thy camels; let the same be the woman whom G-d hath appointed out for my master’s son” (Genesis 24:43-44). (How grand is) Loving-kindness! She who is devoid of that quality does not merit to be counted among the children of the Jewish people!

Excerpt from “Sefer Pniney Divrey Yoshihao” Hizook ve’Hitorerut. Translated from Hebrew to English by N. Herzog.

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Shabbat Hagadol 5769, 2009: Pesach: The Bond that Ties Us Together 10 Nisan, 5769 BY RABBI DAVID ETENGOFF Dedicated to the sacred memory of my sister-in-law, Ruchama Rivka Sondra alehah hashalom and the refuah shalaimah of Sarah bat Rachel.

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The Baal Hagadah (Compiler of the Hagadah) viewed this final verse to be of such great import that he included it in the Hagadah in the section we know as “Baruch shomer havtachato l’yisrael” (Blessed be He who keeps His promise to the Jewish peohe mitzvah to recite the story of our ple). We immediately sense that “there is far departure from Egypt is time-bound in more here than meets the eye.” Rashi (1040-1105) explains the phrase nature in that it is reserved for the night(s) of Passover. By limiting the time “they will then leave with great wealth” in a wherein the commandment may be fulfilled, simple and direct fashion: “with much the Torah appears to be teaching us that the money, as it is said (Exod. 12:36): ‘and they recitation of this story can only take place emptied out Egypt.’” (Translation, The when the events alluded to therein actually Judaica Press Complete Tanach) By defining happened. This, I believe, enables us to have “great wealth” (birchush gadol) in this fasha greater opportunity to both narrate and re- ion, Rashi is in consonance with Talmud experience the events of the Exodus. The Bavli, Berachot 9a-b: In the school of R. Jannai they said: The experiential motif of the Hagadah is crucial. Without it, Passover would, G-d forbid, be word ‘na’ means: I pray. The Holy One, reduced to little more than one more histori- blessed be He, said to Moses: I pray of thee, cal event in our storied history. With it, how- go and tell Israel, I pray of you to borrow ever, the Exodus has been transformed into from the Egyptians vessels of silver and vesthe defining and never-ending moment when sels of gold, so that this righteous man we experienced, and re-experience, physical [Abraham] may not say: “And they shall and spiritual freedom, transformation into a serve them, and they shall afflict them” He nation, and acceptance of Hashem’s holy did fulfill for them, but “And afterward shall they come out with great substance” He did Torah. not fulfill for them. Sefer Bereishit (Translation, Soncino contains the narrative Talmud) of the Brit bein “We are the people of R. Yaakov Tzvi Habetarim (The Mecklenburg (1785Covenant between the past, present, and author of the the Pieces). It is a future. We are Hashem’s 1865), classic Torah combroad-stroke revelamentary, Haketav tion of some of the eternal nation, created V’hakabbalah takes events that will occur to receive and keep an entirely different to Avram’s future approach to underHis eternal Torah.” generations. In many standing the phrase ways, therefore, it “birchush gadol.” foreshadows what Rather than following will transpire in Sefer Shemot. Herein, Avram is told that his the Talmud’s natural language approach, Rav descendants will be enslaved and afflicted Mecklenburg opts for a figurative interpretastrangers in a foreign land, and that they will tion that tells us “the story behind the story”: …the inner meaning [of birchush gadol] eventually be redeemed: 15:12 When the sun was setting, is really spiritual and soul-based wealth and Abram fell into a trance, and he was stricken possessions. This is the case since [the Jewish people] afterwards wanted to receive by a deep dark dread. 15:13 [G-d] said to Abram, the obligations of the Torah and ‘Know for sure that your descendants will be Commandments. The fiery furnace [of foreigners in a land that is not theirs for 400 Egypt], therefore, served to remove the dross and impurities from within them. This is why years. They will be enslaved and oppressed. 15:14 But I will finally bring the Torah says “rechush gadol” rather than “rechush rav”… This is the case since the judgment against the nation who enslaves them, and they will then leave with great word “rav” refers to an amount [i.e. quantitawealth. (Translation, Rav Aryeh Kaplan tive], whereas the word “gadol” refers the

qualitative nature of someone or something… (Translation my own) In a word, “birchush gadol” refers to the holy Torah that our ancestors were now fully ready to receive, as a result of their dual experiences of servitude in, and redemption from, Egypt. In a 1969 Boston public lecture, my rebbi and mentor, Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik (1903-1993) followed the approach of Rav Mecklenburg when he interpreted the expression “birchush gadol” in a different manner than that of Rashi and the abovecited Talmudic passage. He did so in his explanation of the meaning and significance of the portion of the Hagadah known as “Ha lachmah anyah” (“This is the bread of affliction”). The Rav notes that this section of the Hagadah contains an invitation to all Jews who are hungry and/or in need to join their more fortunate brethren at the Passover Seder. As such it is: …a renewal of the pledge of solidarity among the Jewish people, between individual and individual, and between the individual and the Jewish people. This solidarity, according to Chazal (our Sages of blessed memory) was responsible for the redemption from Egypt…What was the rechush gadol they took out of Egypt? They became a peo-

ple. (Transcription and emphasis my own) The Rav’s reinterpretation of rechush gadol as referring to amimut (peoplehood) is novel to say the least. Moreover, it sheds new light on the deeper meaning of one of the four Expressions of Redemption, namely; “v’lakachti etchem li l’am” (“and I will take you to Me for a people”). It illuminates the essential secret of Jewish existence, and the glue that binds us together. We are the people of the past, present, and future. We are Hashem’s eternal nation, created to receive and keep His eternal Torah. Therefore, we boldly and proudly declare on Pesach night: “Baruch Hamakom baruch Hu, baruch shenatan Torah l’amo Yisrael.” (“Blessed be G-d, may He be blessed. Blessed be He who gave His Torah to His people Israel.”) This Pesach, may we be zocheh (merit) to recognize the chag (holiday) for what it truly is: the “renewal of the pledge of solidarity among the Jewish people, between individual and individual, and between the individual and the Jewish people.” In this way, may we move closer to recognizing the bonds that eternally bind us to one another and to our Creator. V’chane yihi ratzon Shabbat Shalom and Chag kasher v’sameach

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NEWS IN REVIEW NEW YORK B&H STORE SETTLES JOB BIAS LAWSUIT FOR $4.3M B&H electronics retailer in New York City has settled a job discrimination lawsuit on behalf of 149 Latino warehouse workers for $4.3 million. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Wednesday a federal judge in Manhattan approved the settlement. The federal agency had accused B&H of paying the Manhattan and Brooklyn workers less than other workers, and denying them promotions and health benefits because they were Latino. The EEOC plans to monitor B&H for five years. The EEOC also settled two other lawsuits. One was for $300,000 with Adelphi University, which the agency had accused of paying women professors less than their male counterparts. The other settlement was for $272,000 with Qualex Inc., an Eastman Kodak subsidiary the EEOC had accused of unfairly firing older employees.

PATERSON, LEGISLATURE PLAN FISCAL FIX FOR MTA It seems like we’re pawns in a game of political chicken that is about to be decided. The loaded gun that is the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s doomsday plan has apparently gotten the attention of Albany, Gov. David Paterson in particular. Flanked by Assembly and Senate leaders in Albany, Paterson didn’t mince words, “We are now on the verge of service cuts and fare hikes that are life-threatening and with a situation like that everything is on the table.” That means they are back to considering everything from new tolls on previously toll-free East River and Harlem River bridges as well as a state-wide income tax surcharge. Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver prefers the new tolls to help defray MTA costs, but members of the upper house, like Sen. Pedro Espada Jr. of the Bronx are adamantly opposed to such tolls and claim they are closing on a deal to secure the surcharge as an MTA bailout. Leading a small group of protesters at the Macomb’s Dam Bridge near Yankee Stadium, Espada told CBS 2 HD that he and is colleagues will be in negotiations through weekend and are offering upstate lawmakers a larger slice of federal stimulus money for projects that include a highspeed rail connection between Albany and Niagara Falls.

FELDER: MEDICAL EXAMINER CUTS UNCONSCIONABLE; MAY AFFECT JEWISH BURIAL City Hall—Council Member Simcha Felder (D—Brooklyn) is outraged by reports that proposed cuts to the City Medical Examiner’s budget may affect Jewish and Muslim burial rituals. City Medical Examiner Charles Hirsch told the City Council that State budget cuts would mean the closing of outer borough offices; a move that would force families to travel to Manhattan to identify bodies of loved ones and receive death certificates before burial. This would delay the process for Jewish and Muslim families whose burials customarily take place within 24 hours of death. The state is threatening to withhold the $18.4 million that allows for the City Medical Examiner’s office to fulfill these religious rituals, calling them “optional” services. “Worrying about the effects of budget cuts when you’re alive is tough enough, but now we’re going to have to worry about budget buts when we die?” said Felder, “For the State to call the elimination of these services ‘optional’ is outrageous. It is unconscionable to make people worry whether they will be treated with dignity and respect when their time comes.”

NATIONAL TOBACCO USERS SMOKED-OUT WITH NEW TAX HIT A new federal excise tax on tobacco officially takes effect, but some smokers are already feeling it. “USA Today” reports earlier this month Philip Morris USA, the manufacturer of Marlboro, Parliament and Virginia Slims, increased prices by 71 cents a pack, nine-cents more than the federal tax increase. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco, which makes Camel, Kool and Salem cigarettes, bumped wholesale prices up by 44 cents a pack and reduced discounting. Revenue from the tax increase will be used to expand coverage under the State Children’s Health Insurance Program to an additional four-million lowincome children. The increase, which was signed into law in February, calls for a 62-cents-a-pack increase in federal excise taxes on cigarettes for the nation’s estimated 45 million cigarette smokers. The tax hike also affects taxes on little cigars, cigars, and pipe and chewing tobacco. Some experts think the

higher prices will have the positive effect of reducing teenage smoking.

US TREASURY SECRETARY: AMERICA MUST LIVE WITHIN ITS MEANS U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner says America’s financial crisis and deep economic recession are painful, but could prove useful in the long run if they force the United States to live within its means after years of over-consumption and excessive indebtedness. After months of relentlessly abysmal economic numbers, last week brought a few glimmers of hope from the U.S. housing industry and other sectors. The news, combined with upbeat earnings reports from several large corporations and positive reviews of the Obama administration’s plans to rescue and reform America’s financial industry, sent stock markets sharply higher in the United States and elsewhere.

FARGO AVERTS DANGER AS RIVER CRESTS, FOR NOW Over a quarter of a million volunteers helped to fill, line and stack sandbags in hopes of blocking flood waters. This is an amazing feet for any pre-disaster to attract this many unpaid helpers. Thank G-d, frigid temperatures unexpectedly slowed the rising waters there on Saturday. This caused a hopeful but still uncertain sign for the city attempting to hold back the Red River. Earlier, on Saturday, The National Weather Service, predicted that the river would go still higher. Then, by later that afternoon, it just seemed to have leveled off when it appeared to begin to recede. Still, the water levels near both this city of 90,000 and Moorhead, Minn., just across the river, remained higher than they have ever been recorded. It is likely to stay nearly swollen for days, while edging precariously close to the tops of the miles and miles of dikes people created.

INTERNATIONAL JEWS OF RADA EXPECTED TO LEAVE YEMEN BY PESACH With assistance by the US government and Jewish organizations in the US, 300 Jews living in Rada, Yemen are scheduled

to emigrate by Pesach. Despite efforts by the Jewish Agency to persuade them to move to Israel, one-third have opted to immigrate to the US, which has caused considerable embarrassment to aliyah officials in Israel. The Satmar community in New York is also providing special assistance, maintaining constant contact with the kehilloh in Yemen based on the experience Satmar Chassidus has acquired in sheltering and integrating Jews from crisis situations in various countries. Thanks to their efforts, the US government has agreed to allow Jews to settle in Monsey, New York, which offers the chareidi milieu needed to accommodate their way of life. The US Government is planning to pay flight costs and a fundraising drive by the Jewish Federation will cover housing and integration expenses. Hopefully the operation will be carried out by Pesach to allow them to celebrate in a state of cheirus. One hundred and thirteen Jews are slated to relocate to the US and have already been interviewed by the US Embassy in Sanaa. Between 130 and 150 Jews are expected to move to Eretz Yisroel.

RAMBAM HOSPITAL CHARGED IN BLOOD MIX UP—PATIENT DIES An 83-year-old woman undergoing surgery in December in Haifa’s Rambam Medical Center died two weeks following the procedure, with her death attributed to a unit of A+ blood given to her by mistake. Her blood type was B+. Shortly following surgery the woman began experiencing dyspnea (shortness of breath) and eventually cardiac symptoms, which were too much for her body to overcome. Eva Yisrael fell at home and fractured a leg, requiring surgical intervention which took place on 15 December. Two units of blood were ordered for the procedure, one of which was used during the operation. The family reports having received papers verifying the blood bank admitting an error occurred and as a result, Mrs. Yisrael received the wrong blood type. ICU physician Dr. Yoram Bar-Lavi also informed the family of the error, which led to shortness of breath and compromised cardiac output, leading to her petira on 28 December. The hospital released a statement rejecting any attempt to connect her death to the mistake which occurred two weeks earlier. According to a Haaretz report, the hospital made an oral report to the Ministry of Health but has yet to file a detailed written report. Attorney Shai Fuering who represents the family has turned to the Health Ministry’s ombudsman to order an official investigation.

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People, Places, and Things BY PAUL STEINER Robert Redford dined solo at the Modern at MoMA one of the fanciest NYC restaurants.

ne of the funniest ever NY Times correction: “...the stimulus bill refers to the preservation of the of the marsh mouse, not the mouse marsh.” Donnell Library across from MoMA closed some months ago because a hotel was to be built on that site. But it seems that the Japanese company that was to build the hotel has no money, so the place just sits there empty. Mayor Bloomberg should have prevented this library branch from closing. I think. Movie Trip In Universal’s “Duplicity” (Julia Roberts, Clive Owen) the comedy action moves from Manhattan to the Bahamas, to Miami Beach to London to Cleveland and Rome. NYU graduate Dalia Sofer was awarded the 2007 Whiting Writers’ Award, given each year to 10 emerging writers of exceptional talent. She is the author of the novel “The Septembers of Shiraz” (Ecco) and has contributed poems and essays to numerous magazines. Her book was highly praised in a review in the Jewish Voice. I knew that she was very talented when she was my editor at HealthMap magazine to which I contributed every month. Nature’s Antidote Adding strawberries to a cholesterol-lowering diet significantly improves the diet’s results, say a team of Canadian researchers. Their study followed 28 patients with high cholesterol over the course of two years as they dieted on oat bran, nuts, and soy. The group was randomly assigned either supplemental supplies of strawberries or an increase in oat bran bread. After a month, their diets were switched. In all cases, the group consuming strawberries were found to have significantly greater decreases in bad LDL cholesterol. Participants noted the strawberries also made the cholesterol-low-

ering diet easier to follow. The results were published in the December 08 issue of Metabolism. In Israel, 2.8% of their Gross Domestic Products come from food and agriculture. It is true that Israel continues to import a great deal of grain; in other agricultural products it has become self-sufficient and has even begun to export. Foods can only be imported if they are kosher, overwhelmingly OU Kosher. Now the kosher label is a powerful export brand as well. The most famous president of the ZOA was Louis Brandeis (Honorary, (1918-21), the first Jewish member of the U.S. Supreme Court. Brandeis always stated that to be good Americans, we must be better Jews, to be better Jews, we must become better Zionists. Brandeis’ close relations with president Woodrow Wilson and high administrative officials played an important part in securing support for the Balfour Declaration and later for the British Mandate. In his will, the largest bequest he made was to the Zionist cause. The Montreal Chamber Music Festival has three separate series for its month-long May 2009 Festival: The classical Series, May 7 - May 30, the “Jazz and Jeans” Series which runs concurrently with the classical series, and a new chamber Rock Series preceding the main events, which presents the brightest lights in classical, rock, and indie style music in the informal bar setting of Montreal’s historic La Sala Rossa - May l, 2 &3. The Festival, which is dedicated to the presentation of chamber music in all of its forms, classical, jazz and popular, brings together a roster of some of the world’s finest musicians. Highlights for this season are the last concert in Canada of the renowned Guarneri Quartet (May 27) and six-hour Mandelssohn Marathon (May 30) to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the composer’s birth. Other offerings of the Classical and “Jazz & Jeans” series include A night at the Opera; a tribute to jazz great Oscar Peterson by Oliver Jones; a series of Musical Voyages (Parisian Romance, Souvenir of Florence, and an Evening in Vienna); “Stars of Klezmer”; “Mississippi Blues” cabaret with Florence K; and a recital devoted to the entire Book I of Bach’s WellTempered Clavier.

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US Toughens Conditions for GM, Chrysler Aid... Continued from page 3 standalone company and demanded it seek a partner. The administration said it would provide Chrysler with “working capital for 30 days to conclude a definitive agreement with Fiat and secure the support of necessary stakeholders.” If that succeeds, the government “will consider investing up to the additional six billion dollars billion requested by Chrysler” but would halt the aid if no partnership is reached. GM meanwhile was granted an extra 60 days “to develop a more aggressive restructuring plan and a credible strategy,” the task force said. The fresh woes for the auto sector sent stock markets diving, with Tokyo closing 4.53 percent down and European bourses slumping in early trading. GM and Chrysler had warned without extra funds they were teetering on the brink

of bankruptcy and had been charged with coming up with viability plans to show the path to profitability. Those plans required deeper job cuts, new agreements with unions to slash costs and acceptance by bondholders of a plan to cut the automakers’ debt. In the case of GM, the task force noted that while the company has made meaningful progress in its turnaround plan, “the progress has been far too slow” and it continued to lag behind its competitors. “As a result, the president’s designee has found that General Motors’ plan is not viable as it is currently structured,” the report said. However, the experts expressed confidence that “there could be a viable business within GM” if the company and its stakeholders engage in a “substantially more aggressive” restructuring plan. The task force’s findings for Chrysler were grimmer, saying the firm’s “fundamen-

tally disadvantaged operating structure and a limited set of desirable products make standalone viability for the business highly challenging.” Its recovery plan was “not viable as currently structured.” However, the task force said if Chrysler could develop a partner that would bolster its product development and allow it to enter the small car market, it “has some prospects for long term viability.” The task force also said it was backing the warrantees of the two firms, a move aimed at shoring up confidence in consumers considering buying from the automakers. GM meanwhile confirmed Wagoner’s immediate resignation early Monday and said he would be replaced by Fritz Henderson, the company’s current president and chief operating officer. In a message posted on the company’s website, Wagoner, 56, who took over at the

helm of GM in 2000, said he had been requested to resign in talks on Friday in Washington with Obama administration officials. Ford, the other member of Detroit’s Big Three, has said it has enough cash to survive the downturn without government aid. Obama warned Sunday the automakers needed to do more to earn a larger government handout. “They’re not there yet,” Obama told CBS television. “We think we can have a successful US auto industry. But it’s got to be one that’s realistically designed to weather this storm and to emerge at the other end much more lean, mean and competitive than it currently is.” And he added that to ride out the crisis there had to be “sacrifices from all parties involved, management, labor, shareholders, creditors, suppliers, dealers.”

A Holocaust Lesson for Muslim Youth in Germany... Continued from page 6 manded them. “This is not boring; it’s very, very important,” she said. “Show some respect. These people were murdered in a gruesome way.” At a program last year for educators hosted by the American Jewish Committee in Berlin, teachers said they need help countering pervasive conspiracy theories about Jews among Muslim youth. “It’s hard to f ight such theories with facts,” one teacher said. “Everything we say can be part of the conspiracy theory.” Sometimes the programs lead young Muslims to identify with the Holocaust narrative as the victims, with modernday Israelis as the Nazis. In this narrative, Israel’s creation—the Nakba, or “catastrophe,” in Arabic—is equated to the Nazis’ deportation of European Jewry. Aycan Demirel, founder of the Kreuzberg Initiative Against AntiSemitism in Berlin, says he often encounters “competition for the victim status” among Muslim youth. “They ask, ‘ Why can’t we focus on my history?’ But that does not necessar-

ily turn into anti-Semitism,” he said. Demirel, who is Turkishborn, says Muslim youths f ind him credible because of his immigrant background. His program aims to help youths recognize and reject conspiracy theories about Jews. Some say more contact between Jewish and non-Jewish students would help curb anti-Semitic tendencies among Muslims in Germany. For Staav Meier, it didn’t. When classmates in her ethnically diverse Berlin school asked about her unusual f irst name, she told them it was Hebrew. “Suddenly I had no more friends,” recalls Meier, sitting in the library of Berlin’s Jewish high school, where she transferred two years ago. Muslim boys and girls “waited after school for me and called me a ‘s**t Jew,’” she said. “Every time something happened in the Middle East, it got worse. One girl had lost someone in her family in the Lebanon war and she punched me.” Such problems are familiar to Barbara Witting, principal of the Jewish high school. Once, when students were returning from a Kristallnacht com-

memoration, a group of Muslim students from another school harassed them, calling them “dirty Jews.” “We don’t have any projects together with Muslim children, because our security off icials warn us against doing things like that,” Witting said. There are some Muslim-Jewish encounter programs, however. Last summer the Wannsee House brought a group of Muslim youth from Berlin to Israel and the West Bank. But it is likely that most of Onur’s Berlin classmates had never knowingly met a Jew when they began their weeklong program at the Wannsee House. At the outset of their visit there, the teens from Onur’s school f idgeted and whispered while educator Elke Gryglewski asked them to pick a photo of a historical event that impressed them. Finally, Gryglewski told them what had happened in the very building where they were sitting. “Was Hitler ever here?” one student asked. “No,” Gryglewski answered. “It was in this house that Nazi leaders decided how to kill millions of people.” Gradually the yawning and f idgeting

stopped. Gryglewski introduced the teens to Nazi racial pseudo-science, asking them if they could tell who was Jewish in a series of old photos. The students seemed surprised to discover they could not. The Jews “were just like you, children with their own families and identity,” Gryglewski told them. “And then came the Nazis.” Eventually Jews could not go to the movies, she went on. They could not have pets. They could not go for a walk in the park. They could not use public transport. “Verboten, verboten, she said. Some Jews managed to get out of Germany, but many did not, she explained. In the end, “this is all that was left of many of them,” Gryglewski said, showing them a large photo of victims’ shoes from Auschwitz. The students leaned in for a better look. “I used to curse the Jews, and I won’t do it anymore,” one student, Yasemin, 15, said during a break. “I used to say Jews are s**t because they hate Muslims. But now I understand better. And now I hate the Nazis.”

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A Holocaust Lesson for Muslim Youth in Germany... Continued from page 7 which is so core and fundamental to what it means to be a Jew, it’s not seen as core to what it means to be a Jew,” said Jonathan Rosenberg, the CEO of Repair the World. “I’m excited to be moving service to the forefront of the Jewish agenda. “When needs are higher than they have been in decades, there has to be a Jewish response. We want to advance the field of Jewish service,” he said. “That means to talk about service in a Jewish way, make sure Jews are serving and have a seat at the

national service table. This should be the public face of the Jewish people.” Foundation officials did not yet want to disclose how much they will contribute in total to the program, but the new organization’s partners sent out a request for proposals for grants last week and were set to give away up to $2 million to existing programs over the next several months. Rosenberg is currently the executive director of Roads to Success, which helps prepare young people from low-income

homes for college and professional careers. He will start at Repair the World on July 1. The new organization is taking over the 501c3 status of the Jewish Coalition for Service, which in effect folded this summer when all but two of its board members resigned. Repair the World has enlisted officials from a number of Jewish and non-Jewish organizations to sit on its board, and is now actively seeking founding partners who will contribute more than $100,000 each to the

program. “We are reaching out to the broader Jewish community and saying, ‘If you are already out there doing service, you should know that it is something that is highly valued in Jewish life and that we applaud you and celebrate your work,’ “ Eisen said. “The end game is to create a more engaged Jewish community and a repaired world.”

New US Report Puts Focus on Iran’s Nuclear Arms Progress, Not on Freeze...Continued from page 12 weapons—remains open. The estimate even raises the possibility that Iran might leap ahead in its pursuit of nuclear arms should it manage to obtain fissile material in sufficient quantities to make a bomb from abroad, or might even obtain the bomb itself. On the other side, the estimate does not convey a sense of urgency, and more importantly, it casts doubt on Iran’s having made the final decision to go ahead with the production of nuclear weapons, even though it continues to keep the option on the table and has the technological capability of carrying it out. Furthermore, the conclusion of the American intelligence community about

stopping Iran before it obtains nuclear weaponry is also equivocal. It feels that it may be possible to stop Iran by a combination of pressures and enticements. The fact that Iran froze its military nuclear program in 2003 supports that point, yet it would nonetheless be difficult to achieve because Iran views its nuclear program as a vital national project. It is also not clear what precise combination of pressures and enticements would be able to convince Iran to renounce the goal of obtaining weapons. Essentially, the American intelligence community still clings to the basis of its December 2007 estimate, with a change of emphases and formulation. The previous

estimate of the American intelligence community of February 2008—written just two months after the 2007 estimate and in light of the criticism leveled against that report deleted the doubts about Iran’s intention of developing nuclear weapons. In the new estimate of February 2009, these doubts are revived. In the absence of information, it is hard to assess how the Obama administration will relate to the new assessment. In mid-March, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates said that in light of the failure of intelligence with regard to weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, any American president would be “very, very careful” when it came to relying on

intelligence. In the meantime, after the publication of the estimate, Obama characterized Iran as an extraordinary threat against the security of the United States, and extended American sanctions against Teheran. However, if a dialogue of substance develops between the American administration and Iran, the intelligence estimate may serve to create a feeling within the administration that time is not of the essence, and that at this stage there is no need to limit the time period of the dialogue if it seems that this option can be productive. Reprinted with permission of the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS).

Post 9/11, US Cadets Learning To ‘Know The Enemy’... Continued from page 12 study from the manual “Terrorism and Counterterrorism: understanding the new security environment,” and attend lectures by international experts. Although it is housed at West Point, the center acts as a think-tank and is 80 percent f inanced by private donations. Its total budget has not been divulged, but it remains separate from the military academy. If the Pentagon or the State Department need answers to a specif ic

question, they then must pay for an ad hoc study. Executive director Reid Sawyer, one of the founding members, says such a f inancial structure ensures the center retains its independence from the government and the military. “We have independence to write what we want. And if somebody disagrees with what we write, there’s little that they can do,” he said. Shortly after its creation, the center

was given another task: declassifying and analyzing data and intelligence gathered on militant networks by US soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. “We realized... there was a lot of data that was picked up in the course of operations, in Afghanistan and Iraq that nobody was looking at,” said Fishman. “Because we are West Point, we were able to work with the special operations to have that declassif ied and to write reports about it. That’s one of the most

valuable things. And other people working on these problems can look at it and work on it.” That has led to such reports as “Cracks in the foundations: leadership schisms in Al-Qaeda 1989-2006,” and “Bombers, Bank Accounts, and Bleedout: Al-Qaeda’s Road in and Out of Iraq” which have been widely studied.

As Bad As The Great Depression…or Perhaps Worse... Continued from page 21 “President Obama’s anti-foreclosure plan, which took effect on Wednesday, is better than anything attempted by the Bush administration, but it is at best one step forward and, unfortunately, may prove to be fundamentally flawed. Homeowners like the

banks, much of corporate America and the government itself - are suffering under the weight of excessive debt The Obama plan will make mortgage indebtedness more manageable, but ultimately the debt itself needs to be greatly reduced. The sooner we as a

nation move in that direction, the better.” I have no doubt we will recover, but President Obama’s recent statement, “profit and earning ratios are starting to get to the point where buying stocks is a potentially good deal if you’ve got a long-term perspec-

tive on it,” was a little unnerving. The usual rule that the stock market always comes out ahead if you can wait 20 years, won’t help many of the anxious looking at the daily Dow Jones averages.

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and August). • A city-wide Teen festival (August) that will include pop concerts, sports activities, dance parties and other festivities. • International Art Biennale he date chosen for the celebrations’ (ARTLV) (9 September – 9 kick-off marks the date of the city’s October), showcasing contemporary founding 100 years ago, on April works in dozens of exhibitions. 11, 1909, when several dozen families • The Green Festival (17 October), gathered on the sand dunes on the beach dedicating of the Green Route along outside Jaffa to allocate plots of land for a the Yarkon River and a centennial new neighborhood they called “Ahuzat bike ride. Bayit”, later known as Tel Aviv. • Fashion Week in Tel Aviv Port (19Throughout the decades, the city has 22 October). flourished to become Israel’s business and In preparation for the centennial celecultural center, also bringing about a boon brations, the city has also embarked on 15 in Bauhaus-style architecture, which was major renovation projects highlighting recognized in 2003 as a World Cultural many of Tel Aviv-Yafo’s gems. Among the Heritage Site by UNESCO. projects: The Yafo port is being rebuilt, The centennial events open with a gala with a new large park added to its south; celebration in Rabin Square on April 4th, the Templar neighborhood of Sarona is featuring a 360° rotating sound and light being renovated and will become a new show, a concert by the Israeli culture and entertainment area, as will the Philharmonic newly restored Orchestra conductManshia train staed by maestro Zubin tion on the edge of Mehta, and perYafo; the beachfront formances by promenade is being prominent vocalists extended; the and actors. Trumpeldor Street Events are cemetery, burial site expected to take of many city place through 2009 founders has been and will include restored; New wings among others: are being added to the Cinemateque • T h e and Tel Aviv Tel Aviv’s charm shines International Museum of Art; and through the “old-city.” Te l - Av i v the Habima Marathon (24 National Theater is April) undergoing massive • The annual White Night celebrarenovations. tion (27 May) The Centennial anniversary of Tel-Aviv • The International RS:X Class Yafo will also be celebrated in cities European Windsurfing around the world, with creations of Tel Championship, (10-20 June) Aviv beaches in Central Park, New-York, • The Blue Festival in Jaffa’s recentalong the banks of the Seine in Paris, the ly renovated port (17-18 June), celDanube in Vienna and Copenhagen’s ebrating Mediterranean culture, canals. music and food, A complete list of centennial events is • Free, open-air performance in published and updated on a regular basis Yarkon Park of Verdi’s Requiem by at the centennial website, the prestigious La Scala Opera www.tlv100.co.il. House (16 July) • Free musical happenings include This article is a courtesy of Israel’s the Saturday night jazz and classical Ministry of Foreign Affairs music concerts in the Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center piazza (July The centennial celebrations, planned to begin in early April, will include outdoor festivals, art shows, sporting events, historic exhibitions and numerous community projects.

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Petra: One of The New Seven Wonders of The World That is Attracting Over 600 Israeli Visitors Daily

Petra, know as the “rose red city, half as old as time,” is an ancient Nabataean city in the south of Jordan. Due to its breathtaking grandeur and fabulous ruins, Petra was recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. A Brief History of Petra Petra was the impressive capital of the Nabataean kingdom from around the 6th century BC. The kingdom was absorbed into the Roman Empire in AD 106 and the Romans continued to expand the city. An important center for trade and commerce, Petra continued to flourish until a catastrophic earthquake destroyed buildings and crippled vital water management systems around AD 663. After Saladin’s conquest of the Middle East in 1189, Petra was abandoned and the memory of it was lost to the West. The ruins remained hidden to most of the world until the Swiss explorer, Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, disguised as an Arab scholar, inf iltrated the Bedouin-occupied city in 1812. Burckhardt’s accounts of his travels inspired other Western explorers and historians to discover the ancient city further. The most famous of these was David Roberts, a Scottish artist who created a number of accurate and detailed illustrations of the city in 1839. The f irst real excavations of the site were in 1929 after the forming of TransJordan. Since that time, Petra has become by far Jordan’s largest tourist attraction, partially due to the exposure by the Steven Spielberg movie, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, in 1989. Due to the fantastic engineering accomplishments and well-preserved dimension of Petra, the archaeological site was chosen in July 2007 as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World •How To Get To The City of Petra from Near by Locations By bus JETT buses, both ordinary and allinclusive guided tour, connect to Amman and Aqaba. There are day trips

from Eilat in Israel [1], it is a long and busy day, starting around 7.30am at the hotels and returning 7.00pm. Petra tours departing daily from Eilat generaly include all expenses apart from border taxes and tips. Tours to Petra from Taba, Sinai and Sharm el Sheikh are also gaining popularity with charter tourism. By minibus The minibus from Wadi Rum costs 3 Jordanian Dinars (JD) each. It takes 1.5 hours to get to Petra. Have the Rum Guesthouse or your tour operator call the bus owner the day before to arrange an exact time for pick up. The bus usually leaves from Wadi Rum at 8:30 in the morning, but may be delayed due to weather or tour groups coming the other way. By taxi Taxi is also a viable option. For 25 JD or less (depending on how much you haggle) you may be able to get a private taxi from Amman to Petra and back, including the driver waiting around for 6 hours. It would cost 24 JD for the two to travel by JETT bus, and allow you to see almost the entire site in an (exhausting) day trip. Once You Are In The City The only modes of transport allowed within Petra are on two feet or on four feet (camel, donkey, or horse). When entering Petra, there is a brief hike down towards the Siq. Horses will be available for travel to the entrance of the Siq, or you can choose to take a horse-drawn buggy through the Siq (a distance of about .9 kilometers) and down to the Treasury. The prices for such rides are not set and are extremely negotiable, depending on one’s bargaining abilities. Once you arrive at the Treasury, there will be many camel and donkey owners jockeying for your business. Be prepared to do some bargaining. Often times the owner will drop his price in half simply by hearing a few phrases in Arabic. Camel or donkey transport should be seriously considered. Riding a camel is a unique experience on more level

ground, but a donkey is recommended for more ambitious climbs, such as the ones to the High Place or the Monastery. However if you are reasonably f it and the weather is good, the walk is quite nice

and raised in Petra, and will gladly share their knowledge with you for the price of a camel or donkey ride. Alternatively, major hotels can rent you a portable ‘Easyguide’ audio guide for commentary in English, Arabic, French

The Monastary is one of Petra’s most impressive structures.

The Cost of Entering Petra Petra is an archaeological park, so the entrance fees are considered fairly steep compared to other Jordanian attractions. Visitors can purchase tickets at the Visitor’s Center for 21 JD for a single entry and 26 and 30 JD for a 2 or 3 day pass respectively. A 3 day pass will get you a 4th day for free. A valid student ID card used to allow entrance for 11.5 JD, however this offer has been discontinued, it is not sure if it will become available again. Do not attempt to purchase tickets from dubious scalpers around town! Time permitting, the two-day pass is recommended, as there is much to see and do in Petra. What To See and Do In Petra Guides can be hired at the Visitors Center. You may want to take advantage of the knowledge of the Bedouins who work in Petra. Many of them were born

and Spanish. easyguide is also available as a mobile phone service on all Jordanian mobile phone networks, a map is needed to use this service. •The entrance to Petra is a long winding sandstone canyon known as the Siq. There are minor carvings spotted here and there throughout the Siq, but the most impressive sights are the colorful and unusual sandstone patterns in the rock walls. There are also remains of terracotta pipes built into the sides of the canyon that were used in Roman times to carry water. •Upon exiting the Siq, visitors can view the jaw-dropping grandeur of the Treasury (al-Khazneh in Arabic). Be sure to note the urn atop the Treasury structure. It has been rumored that the urn contained a Pharoah’s hidden treasure, and the urn bears the bullet pock marks where Bedouin travellers

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Continued from page 42 throughout the years have tested the theory. Get there when the park opens at 6AM or 6:30AM (depending on the season) and you may have the treasury all to yourself or with less than 5-10 people around. •Past the next bend is the outer Siq or Street of Facades, a large canyon lined with the facades of various tombs. •At the end of the Street of Facades is the 7000-seat Roman Theater. The theater was created by the Nabateans but later enlarged by the Romans. It is still used for occasional performances. •On the side of the valley opposite the Roman Theater and a short walk up the hill, are the Royal Tombs. The name was given because they are quite grand in scale compared to the others in the area, but it is unclear for whom the tombs were originally constructed. •The Monastery (ad-Deir), the largest carved monument in Petra, dates back to the 1st century AD. The interior, like that of the Treasury, is puny in comparison to the facade. The more than 800 steps up to the Monastery can take over an hour; many visitors choose to ride donkeys up to the top. •Princess Alia Clinic, Brooke Hospital for Animals located just inside the entrance to the park. As you can witness inside Petra, not all donkeys, horses and camels are treated right. A few are overworked, carrying overweight tourist or being excessively whipped. The Brooke charity educate owners about treatment of equestrian working animals and treat the animals for free. The clinic is happy to tell you about conditions for working animals in Jordan. You can give a donation to the clinic.

Camels are a common form of transportation in Petra in Jordan. For Those Who Enjoy Hiking •The High Place of Sacrif ice is a popular destination in Petra. The site at the top of the mountain contains elaborate rock altars used for sacrif ices. From the High Place, one can view much of Petra from above. The trek down the back side of the mountain reveals many interesting tombs and carvings that might be missed by average tourist. The round trip generally takes 1.5-2.5 hours. •The Mountain of Aaron (Jabal Haroun) is the highest peak in the area. At the top you will f ind a small church

and the tomb of Aaron, brother of Moses. The route to the top and back will take you past the Monastery and will take 4-8 hours depending on your chosen path. Souveniors Throughout Petra, vendors will offer bottles of decorative sand art. While they may appear similar to other such souveniers found in other Jordanian locations, these are unique in that the sand used to create the art is naturally colored sand scraped from the rock walls of various Petra canyons and not

The Mountain of Aaron is the highest peak in the area. artif icially colored. Places To Stay In Petra There is a bevy of accommodation in Wadi Musa, ranging from cheap backpacker guesthouses to f ive-star hotels. No matter what you choose to do or where you choose to stay in Petra, you can restassured that touring the ancient city is breathtaking! Thousands upon thousands of people are making it their destination choice for their next vacation, and those who have already visited Petra are anxious to visit again.

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Can This Engagement Be Saved? causing me to over-analyze my relationships, regard my friends and loved ones with distrust Adam in particular and push away After getting engaged, I changed from the people who had always been closest to a confident young woman to a depressed, me. For months my family, friends and emotional basket-case. fiance thought the devil had completely wish I could trust that he loves taken over my body. I would cause unnecesme...” sary and unprecedented fights with my parents. The slightest infraction on Adam’s part I remember writing this line, a desperate or a hint that on occasion he might want to prayer to no one in particular, after being spend time with someone other than me left engaged for a mere two months. I had me inconsolable. I was in a constant state of looked forward to my engagement ever irritation and worried consistently about since Adam had broached the topic. We everything from my car in the hands of my were both studying in Israel for the year and newly-licensed brother to midterms to Iran had been dating a number of months by the and the threat of a nuclear war. I also began time the subject arose. “Engagement”—it to feel physically ill at random and proceedhad sounded like a fantasy existence and I ed to lose weight along with my sanity. couldn’t wait to take our relationship to the It was finally Adam who snapped me next level and commit to the man I loved. back into reality with a blow I hadn’t been We waited until we returned to the expecting. I had become perpetually inseUnited States and then made the news offi- cure in the relationship, needing reminders cial: Adam and I were planning on getting after every argument that he still had the married. Both our intention of marryfamilies freaked out. I ing me and he still weathered my fair loved me. My share of “What are you inability to give him thinking?! You’re out space without the of your mind!” But fear of losing him eventually everyone translated into him calmed down and the spending every wedding plans began. moment of his free And being engaged time with me and he was indeed a rush. I was slowly losing had committed to the touch with his own man I loved, I was the friends. He told me envy of all my peers he felt trapped in and my biggest probour relationship. He lem seemed to be felt he was no choosing a color for longer receiving the bridesmaid dressanything from my es; not to mention that end, and no matter the subtle and elegant how much he tried way my diamond ring to reason with his caught the sunlight Sometime engaged women suffer psyche, he found drove me wild. Life himself questioning from “situational depression.” was bliss for two why he was still months, and then I involved with me. crashed. We were both I’m not exactly falling apart, he sure what caused it. Maybe subconsciously said, and if things continued as they were, I wasn’t ready to handle such a great he saw no way that he could marry me and responsibility as marriage, or perhaps it was spend his life with the woman I had become. my inexperience with relationships. Maybe He cried. I mourned at what seemed like it was a combination of those and many the fruition of a self-fulfilling prophesy. My other stresses. Either way I became a differ- insecurities about him leaving me had drivent person. I slowly changed from an effer- en me to suffocate Adam to the point that I vescent, outgoing, confident young woman had actually driven him away. My worst fear to an anxious, depressed, emotional basket- was now being realized. case. I refused to apologize for what I assumed was a manifest of my personality, Dark and Scary and Adam could see no way around the disAt first I attributed my mood to exhaus- comfort of being in a suffocating relationtion. Attending college and working part ship with an overly-emotional partner. With time, my “me” time was often stolen from a mixture of sorrow and resentment in our what should be my “sleep” time. I figured voices, we prepared to part ways forever. my short temper was merely a side effect of my fatigue and did my best to ignore my vir- Getting Help tually incessant desire to cry. But as time On a whim we posed our problems to an went on, it seemed that my fiance could no objective source who identified that I had longer do anything right, my friends were been suffering from what is often known as perpetually judging me and my parents were “situational depression” and a bit of an anxset on completely infantilizing me in every ious personality. But it was nothing I couldway possible. In my new state of mind the n’t control, nor would last forever. On top of world had turned against me and everyone that, some of our biggest issues were simply was either a critic or completely incompe- standard guy/girl drama that every relationtent at everything. ship encounters. This news came as a relief Though I hadn’t yet realized it, I was to the both of us and we began the slow and adopting a dark and scary persona that was intense process of healing our relationship.

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That was over two months ago. Now I stare and reread the sentence on the page before me: “I wish I could trust that he loves me...” I had been in so much pain when I wrote that line, so hopeless and scared that I would never be happy in my relationship with Adam. I smile to myself. A number of therapy sessions and a couple of “self-help” books later and I am in a completely different place than I had been when I penned that desperate prayer. I am in the process of healing my relationship with my family, I have a social life again, and Adam and I are better than ever. We meet with a premarriage counselor weekly and have identified the importance of communication in our relationship. We’re working on understanding that neither of us are mind readers and sometimes it’s imperative that we express what is on our minds or how we’re feeling rather than assuming our significant other will intuit our mood. I realized that a lot of my anxiety had been triggered by the fact that I had been expecting certain romantic responses or “mushy” gestures from Adam that I had not been receiving. Instead of expressing my needs to Adam, I had convinced myself that his lack of romantic gestures implied a lack of connection on his part. And Adam is working on communicating with me as well, especially when it comes to romance. He now understands that “mushiness” is some-

thing I need in order to establish security in a relationship. I have also realized how important it is to give to one’s significant other—and people in general—in accordance with his or her own needs rather than one’s own ideas as to what is right or wrong for the other person. In Judaism there exists a mystical concept called “bashert” or “soul mate.” What a soul mate is meant to do is challenge his or her partner in areas where the partner needs improvement. These challenges are meant to aid a partner in achieving his or her ultimate purpose in this world. Looking back on my experience I truly believe Adam is my “bashert.” I have learned so much about myself in the past few months, and have matured as a person and a partner. I could never have done it if not for my relationship with Adam and the wonderful ways he challenges me to analyze my character flaws as we both work to better our relationship. I look up from the page as my cell phone begins to vibrate. It’s a text message from Adam telling me that he loves me and I am on his mind. I feel tingles running down my back and, though I try, I can’t hide the ridiculous smile on my face. Placing the paper in a drawer, I make a mental note to call Adam on my break just to tell him that I love him more than anything else in this world.

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SIDNEY, NY - LARGE 4 BDRMS/2 BDRMS HISTORICAL HOME ON 2 ACRES, NEAR SCHOOLS, PLACES OF WORSHIP & BENGINTON COLLEGE. NEEDS TLC. GREAT INVESTMENT. $85,000. JOHN OR STEWARD 607-563-1020 Homes for sale 4 Bedroom, 3 bthm only $55,000!. Priced to sell!! Won’t last!! For listings call: 800-366-0412 xT472

HORTON & COLLEGE Spacious 7 BR,3 BTHS, 6 yr young, Huge DR/LR, 9 ft. ceilings, eat in kosher kitchen, C/A, appliances,deck,closets galore,ideal mother/ Daughter or home/business. MIC Price Reduced Call Owner 845-356-5566 HORTON & COLLEGE Westchester Rockland, NY-Townhouse 3 Br + 2 extra rms bsmt, d/washer, dryer, a/c kit, leisure rms, nr local trans. $289k 845-426-0836

Hewlett. Hi Ranch:4 BRS, 2 full baths, 2 kitchens, huge yard. Det gar. Nr park, shops & LIRR. Make your best offer! Call owner 516-817-9979

Small bungalow colony 70 beautiful acres. 10 building and an in ground swimming pool. Needs TLC, features a small lake with historic stone den, waterfalls, stream hills, valleys and lot more. Less than 35 miles from the George Washington Bridge, in scenic, Sullivan County. Asking $579k. Call Joyce David 718-875-2000 NEW HEMPSTEAD: Open house, Sunday 1-3 pm; $407K. MIC home, ¾ BR, 2.5 bths on cul-de-sac. Renov in ’08 on .57 acres. Yaacov (Milch) Miller: 914-414-3619; Rivky Kagan: 845-6592056 KAGAN RLTY

Small bungalow colony 70 beautiful acres to buildings and an inground swimming pool. Needs TLC, features a small lake with historic store den, waterfalls, stream hills, valleys + lots of trees. Less than 35 miles from the George Washington Bridge in scenic Sullivan Country (Mountain Dale) asking $579K Call Joyce David 718-875-2000

Utica 32 units brick apartment building. Needs renovations. Viable 25 pet cap. Aster work located 2 blocks from Utica’s main street. CBD, Nr state county off, motivated seller. Price reduced to $299k upstate NY Comm Real Estate. Contact 315-794-5232 Email: WFGREALTY@AOL.COM

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Vacation home for sale Monticello: Hidden Ridge homes at Kutcher’s Designer deluxe homes. Sale rent, 2 BR, 2 bth, beautiful furnished. Call broker Oscar Pavloff. We have keys. 845-794-3720 or 845-434-7792

BROOKLYN Homecrest / Avenue S & T Excellent Location, East 14th Street. Semi-detatch, 1-family, 5 bedrooms. $899K, Negotiable Call Agent Tova Arazi @ (718)-496-7699 Homecrest / Avenue S & T East 13th Street, New to Market. 1-family, 40X100, private driveway. R5, Build Your Dream Home! Don't Miss This Oppurtunity! Homecrest/ Avenue T & U East 14th Street, New On Market. 30X100 detatch, 22X66 BS. Legal 2-Family brick 3/2 BR, Finished Bsmnt,C/A, alarm, drvwy. Good Income! Call Agent Tova Arazi @ (718)-496-7699 Williamsburg: 3 family house for sale, price 1.2 million, serious inquiries only. Call 201-362-4900 East 5th Avenue N+O: Semi attached 2 fam brick, 2nd flr newly renovated 3 BR, 1.5 bth, EIK, full DR, 1st flr and bsmt, 3 BR, 2 bth, sauna. Hi ceilings 30x100 lot. Private drive 2 car gar. Asking $995k. Call 917-721-8525

Great Neck: Large studio for sale, eat in kitchen, closet, near worship $550 monthly/with indoor parking. 152.5K. Coach Realtors. 516-627-0120 MIDWOOD: 20X100, BUILT 18X59 SEMI DETACHED, 2 FAMILY, 3 BR/ 2BR, FINISHED BASEMENT, PARKING, NEAR B+Q TRAINS. CALL: 917-748-7780 East 5th Street/ Kings Hwy: Beautiful, one family, fully detached, 3BRs + housekeepers rm, 2.5 custom bths, large EIK, finished bsmt, prvt dirve, MK. Must see! 917-902-6400 Bklyn House for sale Ave P/E 7, 1 fam s/det, LR, DR, EIK, 3 BR, 2 ½ bath, lg bsmnt, driveway, garage. Price rduced $715 K. NO BROKERS! Please call: 718-998-7231 Ocean Parkway/ Ave K: Open house Sun 11am1pm. 1119 Ocean Pkwy, apt 4C 2 BR co-op ;large EIK with window. Parquet floors, sublease OK, 3rd Flr, maintenance 667. Asking 269K. Call Agent 917-992-7239

East 5th Street/ Kngs Hwy: Beautiful, 1 family fully detached, 3 BRs plus housekeepers room. 2.5 custom bathrooms, large EIK, furnished bsmt. Prvt drvwy, MIC. Must see! REDUCED! 917-902-6400

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MADISON OPEN HOUSE: SUN 1-5pm. 1770-1772 E 18th St. (Quentin & R). Builder’s close-out! Brand new lux condos. 2 BRs/2 bths. Prking avail. 15 yr tax abatement. Starting $359k. Owner 917-748-6226 E 12 ST/ Ave P & Quentin Rd: Brand new elevator w/ parking. Penthouse duplex, very huge apt. 3 BRs, 2 terraces, washer & dryer, granite kitch w/ stainless steal appls, marble flr, 2 full bths w/Jacuzzi. ALSO AVAIL duplex 1st flr. 3 BRs, 1.5 bths, washer & dryer, marble flrs, stainless steal appls. ALSO AVAILABE 2nd flr. 2 brs, 2 full bths w/ Jacuzzi, marble flr & Stnls steal appl. FOR MORE INFO CALL CHARLES 917-335-4531 East Flatbush, new construction, lux 3 BR condo for sale. 2 full bths, cust kitch, bal, storage, lndry rms. Owner pays CC. Only 3% dn. FHA avail, tax rebate. Owner : 917-450-8226

CANARSIE, 1 FAMILY 30X100. EXCELLENT CONDITION. PERFECT FOR PROFESSIONALS, INVESTORS OR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, SEMI COMMERCIAL STREET. 347-260-7838

Ave J/ Low East 2 family 30x100, detached 6/5 rooms, 3/2 bedrms, Den, Full Bsmt, Driveway, Granite kitchen Call Shirley Hanan 917-771-7447

Small one family house with extra lot for sale. Lot is ideal for building. Call 718-927-0600 Or 646-753-1400

Marine Park brick attached 1 family, 2 bath, Large yard, garage. Won’t last. Asking $430,000 Many other properties available. Mill basin, Marine Park, OMB, BR. Ask for Miriam. NATIONAL BROKERAGE. 718-377-1500

BORO PARK, 2-3 fam hse, central Loc. New heating system, upgraded Elect system, fin bsmnt, $1.3M Serious bids only. Appts for Sunday only No realtor: 201-669-1779

Boro Park, 20 Av 53 St. Newly renov 1 fam, 3 Brs, new kit, bsmt, drv. Nr Stores, shuls, F train. 718-258-4824

Ave L/E 17th St 1 fam det, 20x100 Lot. 4 Brs, 2 car garage. Priced to Sell. By owner. Call 732-278-9780

East 5th street/ Kings HWY: Beautiful 1 family detached, 3 BRs + housekeepers rm, 2.5 custom bths, large EIK, fin bsmt, prvt drvwy, MK. Must see! Reduced! 917-902-6400

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House for sale in the heart of Sephardic community, Gravesend. Please call: 718-755-6349 House for sale in Mill Basin, modern 2 family finished basement 6/5 and finished basement. Asking price $680,000. 718-837-5757 Apt house for sale BROOKLYN, 34 UNIT APT BUILDING ON OCEAN AVE & AVENUE J. PLEASE CALL 347-713-4798

Avenue L/ East 19th-10th: 4 BRs, 2.5 bths, new kitchen, C/AC, fin bsmt, large backyard. Move in 849k. 917-573-7203

Crown Heights 2 family, move-in condition large backyard, 1 Br/1 Br/1 Br, finished basement. $425 neg. Call Owner: 917-880-9839

East 27th/Ave R, family 33.4x100 3 brs plus den, private drive, large backyard, asking $799. Call after 7pm 718-376-7735 No brokers please!

LOGAN STREET: Brand new 3 family house, beautiful 1.5 BA, wood floors, porch and driveway. Call: 347-683-1923

NASSAU / L.I. House for Sale Long Island LITTLE NECK-For Sale By Owner2 br ranch home, 1 bath, detached garage,$650K, builders welcome. No Brokers, Call Owner 917-930-0497

E North: Bright, exp cape, 2/3 beaut ac, 3 BR, 2 full bth, new sunny EIK, fml LR w/frplc, DR, Den, hdwd flrs, full fin bsmt w/OSE, ofc, many new amen. SD#4 $570,000. Owner 631-235-0032

BALDWIN for sale by owner, $475K. Attached building, 2 stores, 1000sf each, Two 2 BR apts. Currently all rented. Call weekdays, after 7pm. 516-378-1573

Port Washington Flower Hill: Pt Washington train, Roslyn schls, acre, 4BR/ 2.5 ba, FP, 2 car gar, fin bsmt, fantastic loc. $1,198,000. 516-9464322-For sale by owner. No Brokers.

Glen Cove: new to market. Build your dream home on flat ½ acre+ building lot. Fabulous location. $750,000. Call for details. 516-383-0428

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House for sale LI Spacious 200 sf. 1 bdrm, 1 bth. Dining area, balcony, out door pool, Custome kitch and bth. Prime doorman, Building and loc, walk to shul, shopping, LIRR. Shown by apt only, $375k 954-558-3133

Floral Park Open House, 27 Lesior 4 Br, 3 bth, 2 car gar, new kitchen Sun 3-4 pm FSBO www.livehere-now.com Call: 516-364-2033

STATEN ISLAND BAY TERRACE Fully renovated detached high ranch. 4br, 2.5 bath. 2 ktchns w/ new appliances, central AC garage. 40x105 crnr ppty. 4 blcks to park, beach, bus, train. MANY XTRAS!! $649K 718 980-4273

Staten Island 1869 Richmond Terr. M1 Zone. 26,947 sq ft. Please CallFor more information: 718-258-4222

QUEENS/BRONX BAYSWATER: Top location! Immac det 1 fam, 4 br, 3 ½ bth, LR, DR, EIK, fin bsmnt, pvt drv, newly blt, 1 blk to Shul. $559K/ neg. Owner 917-577-6811

Bayside, Windsor Park: 2 BR, 1 Ba, school districtr #26, pool, tennis courts, near shopping, great location, low maint. A/C, 24 hr sec. asking 259k. Owner 718-7760080 leave message.

Kew Gardens: 24 unit apt bldg, $3.9M. Also 3 fam homes on 80x100 lot, R7A zone. Bkr 646-207-7151

Kew Garden Hills: 3 BR, 1.5 bth, LR, EIK, fin bsmt, sep entr, 2 car drvwy, fin bsmt, sep entr, 2 car drvwy, central loc. new gated front porch. 917-916-8421

OUT OF STATE MARTHA’S VINEYARD Beautiful 3 bedroom contemporary home. Near beaches and town. Affordable weekly rental. 800-356-3210 Bristol, CT-31 unite RR $250k. price $2mil. Great potential and opportunity. Owner: 718-258-6096 Leave msg, Frank.

Beautiful views!!! Must see to Appreciate New 6k SF Custom log home with 8’ Rap around porch. Also 1600sf unfnshd guest home, loc. on 8 gently rolling acres. Blue Ridge Georgia. $685 404-642-3873

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Vacation properties Delaware:Dewey beach4 BR, 2 ½ bth, deck, hrdwd flrs, balcony, ocn vu, 1 block to beach, 629,999k rentals. 610-888-5866 www.whisperingpalms-db.com

Brooklyn Ave S/E17. Newly built 3 br apt. Lrge LR & DR. Call: 718-902-7375 347-587-7944

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New Hampshire, Washington 24 wooded acres, Town Rd w/electric & access to boat launching ramp for half moon pond. $5000 per acre 914-592-8414 PA HOUSE FOR SALE TROUT RUN 2 CABINS/HOMES ON SAME PARTIAL WITH GARAGE ON 3 ACRES OF LAND. LARGE MAN MADE WELL STOCKED LAKE. EXC HUNTING. $94K OBO. OWNER 570-327-1305

House for sale North Carolina Certified energy star home Arts & Crafts Classic construction. New green home, 3 BR, 2 ½ bth, contemporary, 2100 sq ft, 7 acre. Additional acreage avail. 2008 Asheville Parade of homes$682,508 828-545-4931 or 828-545-8086

Maryland: Lower Eastern shore of MD, pvt secluded waterfront fram, has 2 chicken houses growing with perdue. $1.2M. 410-742-0959 Prudential Carruthers

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BROOKLYN House for rentBrooklyn Flatbush E 28th, Ave L and M-Fully Furn house, 1 year rental, 3 BR, 3 Bths, all appliances, 2 sinks, furn bsmnt, back yard, big terrace, pvt 2 car driveway. $2,500 a month, plus utility Call Barbara: 646-552-8630 E 23(S+T): Brand new house, BR, kshr kitch. C/A, asking $3500. W 6th St:Brand new house, 2 BR, granite flr & countertop, new appliances. Asking $2200. E. 4th (O+P): 2 BR, blck granite flr in LR/DR (2nd flr) asking $1695. Call your exclv agent SIMON ELYAKIMImperial Homes 917-592-9280

East 4th St/ M&N: 2 BR basement apts, ceramic flrs, 1 BTH, LR, near shuls, shopping, tran and more! $1200 including utilities. Call 718-382-0623

Ave L/E 12: 2 family + basement, 2 car garage. 20x58 (25x90lot). REALTOR 646-391-4211 Foster Ave, East 30th: 2 fam, 4 BR, 2 bth, bsmt. 17.83x40 (17.83x82 lot) E 28th/Ave K. Det 3BR pvt house, fin Bsmt w/ofc or 4th BR, new stainless Appls, 2.5 baths, attic, w/d. MIC Shared drvwy. $2900. 917-859-4444 E 28/Ave J. 3 lrge BRs, 1.5 bths, EIK, attic playrm. New scraped flrs. Pvt drv. 718-338-6935 or 917-837-9062

Boro Park, 20 w/53 St. Newly renov 1 fam, 3 BRs, new kit, bsmt, drv. Nr stores, shuls F train. Asking $3000/mo nego. Call 718-258-4824

House for rent Gravesend/E 4th street: 3.5 room, walk in yard, absentee landlord. Utilities included $1,200. Also 5 rm yard garage. Call agent Fran Rizzo 646-207-3087 Boro Park, 16/54: top loc, brand new luxury upgraded apt, 4 brs, $3,200. Elderly preffered. Avial July 732-901-8947 AVENUE I/ E 5TH: NEW 4BR, 3000SF LUX DPLX, 2.5 BTH, JAC. LG SEP DR, LR, KITCH, DEN $3400 RDCD. OWNER 917-804-8442

QUEENS Kew Garden Hills. All newly renovated house. 3 BRs, 2 bths, large new EIK w/breakfast room. Near shops $2600. 718-389-1539 or 516-466-4263

FRESH MEADOWS: Unfurn 1BR apt top flr of pvt home, separate entry, EIK, new carpeting, nr trans $1200/mo. Utils incl. Contact owner, 516-643-7688

Rockaway Blvd: Near JFK, fully renov, 1+2 BR apt, 1 bnth each in pvt home. Near shopping, trans and more! No smoking, refurnished, reasonably priced. Please Call 917-873-5561 Kew Garden Hills House for Rent K.G.H 1 Fam, 3 Bdrm, 1.5 Bths. Kitchen backyard and furnished Bsmt Gorgeous Deck $2,400 Call 917-669-9676 Far Rockaway, 3 family brick detached 3 bedroom/ 6 bathrooms off the beach and trans. 2706 Seigal Ave 576-569-8674 or 718-552-5050 Financing Available

LONG ISLAND Amagensett Dunes 400 feet to ocean beach Access. 5 bedrooms, 2 baths. AC. Labor Day. $50, 000 or avail monthly. Call: 631-655-9319

WOODMERE: 1 BR, 1.5 Bth, newly renovated, private garage w/ separate entrance includes all utilities gas + electric. Near all shopping, transportation and shuld. Call 516-524-8378 or 516-612-4656 HAMPTON & NORTH FORK RENTALS Shelter Islands Beaut 4 BR, vacation home. Stunning Bay views. Adjacent to 36acre premier equearian center. $35k May-Sept, $50k yr. 631-848-8620 See WebBio NS90224329

White Plains rentals Rentals/Westchester White plains-4 BR, 3 bth all renov (11/08) 1 fam home on cul-de-sac in quiet fam oriented nghbrhd, near xpways, good shls, great parks, 25 mins to NYC, $4200/mo. Godfrey 914-345-3141 House for rent Great Neck, Saddle Rock: 5 BR house + maids rm, 3.5 bths, backyard, garage, parking. Walk to worship, library and park. $5200 a month. Call owner 516-466-4197

Forshay: 13+BR mansion for rent for the summer. Heated indoor/ outdoor pool, large backyard ALSO Forshay: 2-4 BR bsmt apt for rent, reasonably priced. Call 845-354-4845 SMALL BUNGALOW COLONY, 70 BEAUTIFUL ACRES TO BUILDINGS AND AN IN-GROUND SWIMMING POOL, NEEDS TLC, FEATURES A SMALL LAKE WITH HISTORIC STORE DEN, WATERFALLS, STREAM HILLS, VALLEYS AND LOTS OF TREES, LESS THAN 35 MILES FROM THE GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE IN SCENIC SULLIVAN COUNTY (MOUNTAINDALE) ASKING 579K. CALL JOYCE DAVID. 718-875-2000 House for rent Great Neck, Saddle Rock: 5 BR house + maids rm, 3.5 bths, backyard, garage, parking. Walk to worship, library and park. $5200 a month. Call owner 516-466-4197 Forshay: 13+BR mansion for rent for the summer. Heated indoor/ outdoor pool, large backyard ALSO Forshay: 2-4 BR bsmt apt for rent, reasonably priced. Call 845-354-4845 Small bungalow colony, 70 beautiful acres to buildings and an in-ground swimming pool, needs TLC, features a small lake with historic store den, waterfalls, stream hills, valleys and lots of trees, less than 35 miles from the George Washington Bridge in scenic Sullivan County (Mountaindale) asking 579k. Call Joyce David. 718-875-2000

Hartsdale: Station Plaza, suites from 300sf to 2600sf, 1st flr, ideal for, doctors/ dentists + professionals, adjacent to RR + Bronx River Pkwy. Ample parking, move in condition, key card access, owner managed. Contact 800-284-6124 x-35

For rent North Putnam, renov, 2 story 3 BD/ 1 ½ bth, Vermont log cabin on 7 acres plus full bsmt 3 acres, Lake+Garage-Must see to believe. Contact 845-225-6630. asking $2100 per month. Email Paul@oneclickbuttercutter.com

2 BR, 2.5 ba, 1 car gar, 2 car parking. Townhouse in seebright, NY. Short term: $1600, Longterm: $1800 Call: 917-695-9025

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Manchester: Leisure knoll, Danbury Model, 2 BR, 2 ba, 1 car gar, added 4-season rm, corner lot $1350 + utils. 732-505-0337 or 732-408-1898

Boro Park: 13th Ave/40th St-2&3 brs, 1 bth newly renov, w/d hook-up, kosher EIK, lr, dr, utilities not included. Asking $1550, price negotiable. Call Moran 347-702-9800

Bklyn Unfurnished Coney Island brand new 3 extra large bedroom apt w/ 3 balconies, Cair, elevator, 2 baths, ocean view, blck from subway, hookups, $2,300/mo Owner 908-418-4563

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Summer rental FORSHAY: 13+ BR mansion for rent for summer. Heated indoor/outdoor pool. Lrge backyard. 845-354-4845

FORSHAY: 2-4 BR bsmt apt for rent. Reasonably priced. Call 845-354-4845

OUT OF STATE Pennsylvania/ Townhouse for rent East Strausberg Townhouse for rent 2 bdrm, 2 bath, fireplace, updated kitchen, cathedral Ceiling, garage bsmnt. Avail now. $1,150/mth + util Call: 570-223-0578

North Putnam, renov, 2 story 3 BD/ 1 ½ bth, Vermont log cabin on 7 acres plus full bsmt 3 acres, Lake+Garage-Must see to believe. Contact 845-225-6630. asking $2100 per month. Email Paul@oneclickbuttercutter.com

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BROOKLYN E. 14/ Ave N 3 Fam. Brk s/alt 19 years old, landlord. Apt, east KIT, CAC 3 Br 1 ½ bth. Split. EIK W/D fin bsmnt. Car port, many Extras no Bkrs. Asking $1,250 516-791-1566 Sheepshead Bay: New loft. 750 sqft. Sep kit & bth. Huge windows, hi ceiling, open brick, wood, granite, $1,590/mo. Owner 917-807-5878 Great location, 1 block from Ave U, close to subway, good for shopping, seeking roommate. Call 718-375-1157

Ave J/ E 15th: Brand new completely renovated 1+2 BR apts, new appliances, 1 flight up, near all. Please Call 718-692-4181 ext.110

Mill Basin/ Bergen Beach: Large 1 BR walk-in apt, mod EIK, space LR, full new bath. $1200. Near shuls, shops & trans. Ample free parking on stree. Call Robin 347-558-0679 Two Bdrms, LR, DR, Formica Kitchen!-Move in! Great location-East 5th St Bet S+T. Asking $1,800/mo, Neg. Avail now. Call Audrey Dweck Realty 718-692-0974, ask for Monique

East 4th St/ M&N: 2 BR basement apts, ceramic flrs, 1 BTH, LR, near shuls, shopping, tran and more! $1200 including utilities. Call 718-382-0623 Ave L/E 12: 2 family + basement, 2 car garage. 20x58 (25x90lot). REALTOR 646-391-4211 Foster Ave, East 30th: 2 fam, 4 BR, 2 bth, bsmt. 17.83x40 (17.83x82 lot)

Boro Park: 13th Ave/ 40th St-2 Br, bsmt apt, all utilities included, w/d hook-up, kosher EIK, CAC, backyard use available, newly renovated windows, asking $1250 Call Moran 347-702-9800 Apt for rent-Bklyn DYKER HEIGHTS2 BR w/terrace Modern, LR, EIK, new fridge, W/D hookup $1750. NO Fee.Call 646-734-6053 718-238-3200 Ave. L-M/Ocean Pkwy 1 BR (full sized) EIK,LR,DR. Move in cond. 6th flr. P/T drmn bldg 917-771-6923 E. 2/Ave Y. Newly renov 2 BR apt. Mod luxury kit, bath w/Jacuzzi. Lg LR & DR. Dishwasher,Wash & Dry. Unfurnished 718-902-7375, 347-587-7944 Sheepshead Bay. 1 BR remodeled Apt. No section 8. No washer/dryer Call after 6 pm. 718-769-1318 APTS TO SHARE Looking for frum girl to share 2 br Apt in the heart of Flatbush. Ave J/Coney. Call 718-252-0263 Ave S/ Low East 1 ½ BR Newly Renovated Apt 2nd Fl New Appliances heat included $1300 Call 718-648-3835 Office space for rent: Kings Highway/ Coney Island area. Newly reno, Central Air & heat, 2nd flr. Will divide up to 3000 sq ft 718-787-9630 ROOM FOR RENT In busy area in Flatbush (On Coney Island between J & K) Call 718-253-0493 Pkwy Ave L +M, 2nd fl elev, small 2 br, 1 bth, LR/DR, great bldg, near all transportation, gas included $170k. No Broker, building. Call Owner: 718-252-5802 KENSINGTON: 3 room apt, 1 bath for rent. Freshly painted. Near shopping and trans. Call: 424-202-1152 Bklyn Apts unfurn. Bensonhurst- Apartments 6 rooms, 2 large bedrooms, 1 ½ bathrooms, refrigerator included, small pet ok, house avail. Now, roommates preffered, no programs. Call owner: 917-805-8324 Ave U-Brand new luxury 2 bdrms, 2 bths granite custome kit, walk-in closets, sep laundry room, DR, LR, elevator. $2,500. Call: 917-757-5060 Apt to share furnished: Ocean parkway K/L Super sized master bedroom, EIN Kitchen, Elevator, laundry room, air condition, young senior to share refrences on request 1 month rent, 1 month security Avail Now! Owner 917-771-6105

QUEENS/BRONX Looking for working people to rent 3 bedroom apt Woodside, Queens. Private house, 3BR, living room, dining room. Please call 718-335-2099 FRESH MEADOWS: Unfurn 1BR apt top flr of pvt home, separate entry, EIK, new carpeting, nr trans $1200/mo. Utils incl. Contact owner, 516-643-7688 Looking for working people to rent 3 bedroom apt Woodside, Queens. Private house, 3BR, living room, dining room. Please call 718-335-2099

JUNIOR 4-2 BRS/OFFICE COOP BUILDING IN BRONX ON THE CONCOURSE $1250 PER MONTH, GAS INCLUDED, ELECTRICITY SEP. 24 HR DOORMAN, LAUNDRY IN BUILDING. INDOOR PARKING-NOT INCLUDED IN RENT, HRDWD FLRS, APPLNCS. 20 MINS FRM MIDTOWN. 917-250-8710 Woodside/ Maspeth: Border, 6 rm mod, 3 BR, 1.5 ba, FDR, EIK, new windows, crpt, paint, no pets or W/D, sec dep + 1st & last mos rent, $1975. 516-784-0222

LONG ISLAND Bimiharch- Right away enjoy + live in beautiful home to rent room, seeking gentlemen to live with rabbi Chazan + son. Near synagogues, chabad, shopping, LIRR, 5 towns, Cedarhurst, NY. Call Rivka Shield. 516-643-5025 or 954-567-4040

BABYLON W. Whse/ industrial prop w/ newly reno ofc’s. for lease. $6.50/SF neg, 2 units avail 6000 SF & 4700 SF. Kean St. Principals only! 631-261-8022 LIC Proff/ Retail Spaces Beautiful brand new storefront. Completely finished w/ ceramic flrs. Ideal for proff office space, retail a commercial, each unit separate entrance. 900 sf each. Commercial/ residential area..Near Vernon Blvd. Call for details, Bonnie 917-751-8239

Farmingdale: Cozy 1 BR, full bath, EIK, LR, no smoking, no pets, $1200 utilities incl. Also 3 BR, full bth, walk in closet, lower level of ranch, utilities incl. No pets $1800. 646-235-2656 Loch Shaldrake, Hamptons in the Catskills, repriced octagon retreat 4 BR, 3 bth, 9.8 acres, 3 pond, Guest Suite, pool house, wrap deck stone, fireplace, new septic & more! Walk to synagogue. Min to Rent 17. $775k. Call 845-798-5885

Unfurn apt for rent Brand new building, immed occ. 2 BR, 1 bth, European kit, stainless steel appl, W/D, hardwood flrs, thru cut, granite cnt tops, ceramic, AC units, vinyl blinds, intercom, cable ready, $2200/ref 917-751-8239

SOUTH NORWALK WATERFRONT BRAND New luxury 1 and 2 br APTS*Starting at $1800 call 203-899-9924 for appointment Jefferson@5577water.com Includes specials Apartment for rent, NJ, 2nd floor in private house. 2 BR, Lrg LR, lrg kitchen. Includes heat & hot water, lrg closets. $1,150 201-659-5574 Red Bank Area Working M will share. Room avail. $600/mo 908-907-0035 Exit 21, NYS thruway, beautiful camp/campus for rent for shabbotonim, school groups, families, etc. Available ApriJune. Also available for Yeshiva groups July-Aug. brand new program for week of August 25th-Sept 1st. exclusive father/son camping program and mini camp program. 347-753-3636 Visit the Islands Luxury Caribbean Rental: www.myturkshome.com, turks+caicos/ Michael516-672-4333 Lindenhurst office space Willage of LINDENHURST 1600sf, 7 cubicles, 14x14, storage rm w/ overhead garage door, close to railroad/ post office $1200 avail 4/1. 631-236-6998

Anguilla, BWI: 995 built large ground level house. 2100 sqft interior, 2100 sq ft terrace & veranda. Property on 0.6 acre. 3 bdrms, 3 bthrms, etc. US $1,750,00/neg. 1-264-497-6224 Ludgerprinz@gmx.de Bennies@angaillent.com

Office/Commercial/ Business For Sale

BROOKLYN Busy dental practice in heart of boro park 3 networked, fully equiped ops, seller motivated best offer accepted 917-416-3681 MCDONALD AVENUE/ KNGS HWY: 5000 SQ FT STOREFRONT, HIGH CEILINGS, GOOD LOCATION FOR RETAIL AND WAREHOUSE, NEAR TRANSPORTATION, SHOPPING AND MORE. PRICE NEGOTIABLE. CALL 917-681-7565 Sheepshead Bay-Heart of prof’l & medical ofc space in beaut completely renov ofc building across from Q&B trains. Bus stop right across the street. On site parking wuites from 500-2500 sf. Daily Mincha in bldg. Call 718-692-4181 ext110 Boro Park 13/37: 900 or 1800 sf partially renovated windows. 1 flight up. Also 1200 sq ft basement w/ hydraulic lift. Good for office or storage. Call 347-451-9432

Boro Park, 16th Ave: 5 room office for rent, private bathroom, 1 flt up. Front exposure. 718-338-6433

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Land/Lots For Sale

Med office for sale Bensonhurst Busy dental office for sale in Bensonhurst Area 4 chairs in medical facility. For more information please call: 212-430-3888

BORO PARK NEW UTRECHT/47TH ST 450 sf good for both store and office 19800 sf also available Call: 718-437-3126 lv msg

Office in Flatbush for rent. Great neighborhood Very quite 718-627-8606

Far Rockaway: Warehouse for rent, approx 5000 sf. Loading dock, offices, bathroom. Priced $3000 per month, RE, taxes included. By owner 347-203-0415

STATEN ISLAND

NASSAU REAL ESTATE Cedarhurst New Construction by Rami 4200 s.f corn, top quality $900’s Call Builder 917-541-7013

Commercial Property for Sale Garage/Warehouse for Sale/Rent. 20,000 sq. ft. E. 15 St. off Ave. L 917-554-5640 lv msg if no answer

16th Ave, 49th Streetbrand new bsmnt, For professional use, 860 sq ft, 9 ft, ceiling, Central A/C, many windows. Call: 718-435-9366

LIC Proff/ Retail Spaces Beautiful brand new storefront. Completely finished w/ ceramic flrs. Ideal for proff office space, retail a commercial, each unit separate entrance. 900 sf each. Commercial/ residential area..Near Vernon Blvd. Call for details, Bonnie 917-751-8239

PROFESSIONAL SPACE FOR SALE CO-OP. NEWLY RENOVATED. MOVE-IN CONDITION. PARKING SPACE AVAILABLE. UPPER BAY RIDGE AREA. PRINCIPALS ONLY. CALL BETWEEN 10 AM & 5 PM 718-490-1263

Brooklyn near 4th Ave. 1700 SQFT All open space: suitable for light manufacturer Or warehousing 1 passenger freight elevator. Nr all trans. Avail. Immed. 718-541-4997

QUEENS Restaurant For Sale Main St. Queens. Prime Location10 Years in Business 718-763-5717

NY STATE SULLIVAN COUNTY HOTEL FOR SALE. CALL JOHNATHAN AT THE SUNSHINE. 845-796-1200 FOR SALE ROCKLAND COUNTY Motel for sale Special Oppty for Yeshiva/school, prof offices. Over 40x 1g/rms, excellent opportunity for a post natal recovery home, 3 miles from major hospital. 917-365-347 Lots + acreage for sale

OUT OF STATE Lynchburg: 1200 acres, S Central Virginia, great investment for private estate or development, $6.2 Mil 434-546-3225 Commercial property for sale Costa Rican ocean view development property: 870 acres @ 50% of appraised value/ nr new intl airport site/ paved RD access/ springs/ streams/ waterfalls etc. Development master plan available. Priced for quick sale, brokers or contract 530-893-0195 www.financialpalmarnorte.com

NICE INVESTMENT PROPERTY: Woodhall St. Detriot, MI 48224. 3BR, 2 bth, 2000 sf colonial, multi-family home. Asking $27,500, current family $85,000 Property management. Referral Avail Mike 313-330-7563

Harrisburg PA Investment property for sale in up + coming area $2300.00 monthly income. Mins away from the capital. View website: www.greatinvestmentharris burg.com + contact 717-565-9950

Office/Commercial/ Business For Rent

BROOKLYN STORE & BASEMENT FOR RENT: on Flatlands Ave/ Kimball and east 37th St. Professional office. CAC, newly renovated, mint condition. Immediate occupancy. 925 sq ft. $1800 718-375-3838 Boro Pk, 12 Ave 43 St, store frnt office for rent. Approx 60x20, good for prfsnl or store. Call: 917-435-9274

KINGS HIGHWAY, BROOKLYN COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT BY OWNER IN A NEW BUILDING. *PLAZA* 2ND FLOOR. 1500 SQ FT, 2 BTHRMS, PARKING, CENTRAL HVAC. EXCELLENT FINISH, PRIME LOCATION, BUSY AREA. EXCELLENT FOR ANY PROFESSIONAL OFFICE. RENT NEGOTIABLE 917-295-7529 OR 347-992-2722 Park Slope 781 4th Ave Corner of 27th St 1000 sqft Hi Traffic Area. Good for: Attorney, MRI, Mail Box Store, Hair Salon, NO FOOD, No Grocery. Reasonable & Negotiable. Call Owner 718-788-4331 Garage for Rent Brooklyn Bedford. Garage avail. For storage. Ave S+T, secure w/alarm, AC and heat. 917-295-5166

SPACE BROOKLYN Brooklyn Navy Yard, 2000 Sf Storage/Warehouse space for rent Freight Elevator 917-678-8269 Ave N/E 14 St. 1600 sf 1st flr priv Entrance 15 s. freshly painted, move in condition. Call: 718-908-7764 Space for rent 5 TOWNS VIC, Classroom/spc avail for rent, within shul, easy access to public transp. 20 min to Bklyn, 2 min to 5 towns, reas price. 516-825-5566 Boro PK/Prime, large beaut Professional offices w/reception area & 2 conference rooms. Fully wired, DSL, & much more. Move right in. Call: 718-972-2828 Crown Heights/ Nostrand & Easter Pkwy 900+ sf store for rent asking $2500 (718)-498-3200

Medical office for rent/ PARK SLOPE 36 PLAZA STREET EAST. NO FEE. 2000 SQFT PROFESSIONAL OFFICE. Ground floor of luxury 12 story residential elevator bldg. Great space with 10’ ceilings. Ideal for medical, dental etc. (previous long term tenant was physical therapy service.) $7000/mo negotiable. Call Alan Kalish 718-633-7586

STORE FOR RENT BROOKLYN Hair salon for rent Ave. U Close to Q+B subway, very convenient access. Asking $2,200 Call: Benny Wong 917-774-6586 718-375-5180

Stores for rent Brooklyn ONE GOAL REALTY Bklyn Mini & Mega Stores for Lease. Also for sale 3 Fam w/store frnt. Cooldeals7@gmail.com 516-414-0962 Brooklyn Office For Rent MILL BASIN State of the Art. 2 operatory Dental offices for cosmetic dentist. Brand new high end quip, fully furnished 1100 sq ft location with full service lab Near all transportation $3500/mo Negotiable w/ incentives 800-495-4624 Boro Park, store for rent near post offc. 20x53, can be for offc. Bsmt also avail 845-942-1301 845-825-9393 Madison, Flatlands/ East 35th. 2600 sqft storefront, high traffic area, ground level, Central a/c & heat. Available now $2200. 917-330-6929 SPACE FOR RENT-BROOKLYN 51st Street close to 18th avenue Basement suitable for storage High ceilings Call for more information: 908-330-3677 Office for rent: 83 Avenue O / BTW WEST 7th and west 8th/2nd fl , 1000 sf available priced reasonable, near subway Mr. Anthony 718-375-4750 Ave U 2 Stores For Rent 700 sq ft and 1000 sq ft top location reasonable price call owner 917-797-1427

Boro Park-Professional Ofc spaces, prime location Newly renov. 917-494-7987 REFRIGERATED WAREHOUSE Court St. Brooklyn, 3rd flr, 900sf. Offices 2 refrigerated 800sf. Each 2 Freezers 800sf each 5000 sf. Storage, 15 ft high, Fright elevator Ground Floor 2000 sf., with loading dock, Total 11,000 sf. Call 917-407-4006 Boro Park. Corner 15 Ave/48 St Newly renov medical ofc approx 1,200+sqft. Reception +5 offices+ Kitchenette. Gloria: 212-725-6481 Office for rent Ave M, Corner E 19th St. Large office, light, airy, reaso nable. Please call: 718-336-4351 Boro Park, 12 Ave/43 St. Storefront office For rent Approx 60x20 good for professional or medical offi. Call 917-435-9274 Gravesend Location Busy area. Beautiful storefront, approx 40x60, High ceilings, full bsmt, ideal for cooperate offices, Ins co, med, bank branches, ETC. For info: 718-966-0230

QUEENS/BRONX Elmont for rent: 800 sq ft. Hempstead Turnpike store/front. Good for office or retail. $1200/month. Owner, call 516-437-2100

Medical office for rent Rego Park, Queens 1000 sq ft- Street level some medical equipment/ furniture included can also be used for dentist, chiropractor, podiatrist, acupuncture. 212-868-7078 or 917-374-3332 Retail space for rent/Queens Laurelton Merrick Blvd, 2000 sq ft for rent, 6000 sq ft air space available. Call owner 917-750-0966

NY STATE Commercial Property Sullivan county, NY. Cold Storage Facility. 20 min No of Middletown, 90 min From GWB, Rt 84 &17/86. Nr proposed casino. 1000 pallets cold storage (18-) (38) w/ofc space, Approx 4 acres , sep maint facility. Poss development. Also 2 smaller props, Main ST, Falls.845-798-1306

Retail space for rent ELMONT: FOR RENT 800 sq ft, Hempstead Turnpike, storefront. Good for office space or retail. $1200/month. Owner. Call 516-437-2100

(New Dorp) 2000 sq ft office space. Near train.Convenient to all. Pat 646-369-9457 OFFICE FOR RENT/ STATEN ISLAND-Guyan Ave.1500 sq, ft of comm. space excellent for prof. office. Busy area-near transp. Easy access to major roads, highways. Call Gus: 917-750-3898 Port Richmond-3 office suites w/reception area. All brand new, fully renovated C/A. full bsmt 2,700ft w/dual bthrms, new carpet. Please call: 347-424-7809

NASSAU / L.I. W. Hempstead: prof ofcs, directly across from new library, 2nd flr, 2650 sf reception, common, 4 ofcs, 516-4862996 ext 316, mutual@mutualengraving.com Commercial Property/Nassau CEDARHURST beautiful building Near JFK, showroom offices And warehouse, loading dock, approx 16,000 sq ft Call: 516-448-4393 OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT/ L. ISLAND Office available one large bright room with Waiting area available on Maple in Cedarhurst With parking $800 p month Call: 800-388-9299

Lindenhurst office space Willage of LINDENHURST 1600sf, 7 cubicles, 14x14, storage rm w/ overhead garage door, close to railroad/ post office $1200 avail 4/1. 631-236-6998

Land/Lots For Sale

BROOKLYN Brooklyn Lot For Sale Midwood 1472 E. 19th St. 35 x 100 R-6 zone Plans Fully Approved foundation35 x 95 Owner renovated, planned with broker Coldwell Banker Mid Plaza Kim Stavrach 718-646-3600

LONG ISLAND FOR SALE FAMILY PLOT (4 PLOTS TOGETHER) IN BETH MOSES CEMETERY LI. BELOW MARKET PRICE OF $2,000 EACH OR $7,500 FOR ALL FOUR, OBO. CALL: 786-378-7174

NY STATE Bethel, NY. Approved 28 lot, subdivision in Sullivan Cntry. Existing house in one lot + 27 -1/2 are lots 3 acre pond, 30 acres of common area $1.5M. By owner 631-692-9878

Tutoring AFFORDABLE TUTORING Prep for Math & Science Regents With outstanding tutors who cover all The material & strategies students Must know. Very affordable rates! Online & Flatbush locations. Call Perry: 718-377-0015 Professional tutoring Are you Worried About your child passing the 2008 NYC math test? Service is offering test prep qualified tutors Individualized attention amazing results references available. We cover All of the topics outlined by NYS Dept of Education. Homework help also Avail. Help your child Excel in Math. Call 347-247-4258 Frum NYC Lic history teacher w/ 30 years experience to help with homework. Cleps, Regents, Etc. Great Rates! 718-252-5594

PAGE 50 Tutoring Guitar lessons for children + adults, all levels + styles, grt for after school, taught by professional recording artist, Ed Hale of the Rock Group TRANSCENDENCE in home or studio- grt with kids, Midtown to Upper West/ East Side. Call 800-827-7763

Piano lessons,-all levels. Instrument provided free of charge. Reasonably priced. Call: 718-207-5981 Call: 212-496-9148

Help Offered ATTENTION STUDENTS!!!

NEED SOMETHING TYPED? CALL TYPING PRO @ 347-243-2024

Playgroup: Madison age 2-6. Morah Leora, early/late dropoff. Quality care. Summer/all year. 718-646-9368

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Help Wanted

I am seeking a position as a live-out registered nurse for private duty. 15+ years exp as a health care provider. All areas of nursing covered. Please call: 646-642-4138

I am volunteering my services (without pay) for clerical work in schools, synagogues, community and Jewish centers. Queens only. Call 718-699-8760

I am a responsible, honest person seeking position as home health aide for elderly or housekeeping. Ref avail. Call Barbara 718-926-1414

Eldercare caring experienced , home aid/Companion, daily or live-in Excellent Ref. Jean: 347-678-5836

A great nanny/ housekeeper in only a phone call away! Live in/ out, great references avail, loving + caring. Call Jackie 718-652-1225

Cook to run small kosher kitchen in Bronx nursing Home, will move to Queens facility in 2 months.Knowledge of Buchanian cooking a plus. Benefits. 718-519-5878

Companion/Caregiver Companions/caregiver available Exp. compassionate caregiver seeks position. Live in/out. Excellent ref. Call Beverly: 917-757-5363

BONDED & INSURED KOSHER TRAINED EUROPEAN EXPERT CARE LICENSED HOME CARE AGENCY, ELDERLY CARE, HOUSE KEEPING. RNS, LPNS, HHAS, PCAS, LIVE IN/ OUT AVAILABLE. CALL 718-349-0099

Golden girls helping hands provides aide, companion/driver by the hour, daily, week or live. Lic, ins + bonded, wil accept long term Insurance claims. Reasonable rates with side. $13.95 with ad. 561-367-0970 or 561-338-2484

Driver with brand new car (Toyota Hollander Hybrid Suv) ready to serve you with all your transportation needs throughout the tristate area (NY, NJ, CT) Short/ Long distance. Reasonable priced. Excellent references. Call Alex 917-440-9124 or 917-498-0011

I AM AN EXPERIENCED ELECTRICIAN Seeks opportunity in New York area.Please call Mr Arnold at 347-803-9076

LOOKING TO HELP THE ELDERLY. EXPERIENCED Nurse Aid. Help is at your doorstep. Experienced & Certified nurse’s aid available to care for the elderly + homebound or hospice. Please contact CLAUDIA SHWEKY 732.829.6716 or 732.222.5841 Experienced caregiver/ Nurse aid care for elderly or loved one. Live in/ out, has a car and NYC Lic. Recent refs avail. Yvonne 718-723-2301

Mature multilingual available Private driver w/ car avail to service all your needs. Local and long distance-Servicing NY, NJ, CT + LIServicing weddings, airport, mountains, etc. Reasonably priced. Call: 646-331-9229

I AM A CARPENTER LOOKING FOR WORK. Spackling, sheet rock, tile, doors, bathrooms, kitchens, painting etc. Call @ 718-363-8994

ARTAVIA AGENCY We Specialize in HHA/ CAN/ LPN/ RN WE PROVIDE GENERAL/ HEAVY DUTY CLEANING, GARAGES, OFFICE HOMESM ETC. NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL, SERVICING ALL 5 BOROUGHS AND BEYOND. 1877-545-3602 FOR ALL OUTSIDE BOROUGHS CALL 718-652-0099

Business Opportunity • Financial Services • Legal Services Business Opportunity BECOME A SUCCESFUL CONCERT PROMOTER Call: HMI, New York (800) 836-1691

INVESTMENT PROPERTY MIDWOOD GREAT INVESTMENT OPP!2 FAMILY MIXED USE PROPERTY WITH COMMERCIAL SPACE,BRICK FACE CONSISTS OF TWO1VR APTS & A 1400SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL SPACE. R.R. Asking 569k. Call broker 917-442-0084 www.pisrealtygroup.com

Investor_Invest $20k Receive up to $48k. Invest $40k Receive up to $96k. Make possible 160pct in 3yrs. Contact 717-718-5568 Email: bkidr25@gmail.com

Salesman or distributor of an exclusive and high tech product for business, investment from $480 US up to $1,000,000 US 717-718-5568 bkidr25@gmail.com Will invest & merge into public shell: 30 year old private investment company will infuse up to $1 Mil. Assets; Merge, reorganize & reactivate trading-for pinked or BB Shell (dormant or distressed OK) Chuck: 773-761-5454 Live/ Work opportunity: Boro Park 58 St, corner 17th Avenue. Full floor + attic. Separte entrance, quiet area. New carpet and paint. Airy and lite, beautiful garden. 718-930-0150 Rare investment opportunity: Int’l online poker. Operating successfully. Accredited investors only. Min inv 50k. Call 205-383-9222 Locksmith Business: For sale or partnership. Locks, intercoms & CCTV Systems. Busy Queens location, Partnership dissolving. Call 516-805-6404

Neon sign business with website for sale. Includes 20 container of already made neon signs. $29k 646-220-0747

Earn 2-5,000/mo, as the owner of you natural Gas and Electric company. Find out how at: www.utilitytollbooth.com lower you bill right now! Enroll now www.lowerenergybillsnow.com 281-870-1772 $500-$3,500: Returning calls from home, part-time. Pick your own hours, No selling! Not multi-level marketing, No cold calling. Please Call: 888-601-6261 AVON: Take control of your finance for 2009. Start your own Avon business. Call Joe 917-355-1805

Business person to negotiate. I have 2 inventions. Great money making opportunity. Interested? Call Janet 347-439-8968 Turnkey Oppurtunity! Shwarma place, fully equipped facility! Prime location. Avenue J area, Hi traffic area. 9x20 Call 917-6532-7882

Brand New Restaurant fully equipped 15 yr lease. Prime Cedarhurst location turn key operation. MUST SEE!!! Call HARVEY: 516-510-8172

Capital Wanted Investment Oppurtunity Great Return! Monthly payments. Ask for Bryan 480-497-8488

CAPITAL WANTED 1.8 Second mortgage on self storage facility. Will cross collateralize. Call Albert Tiseo 941-628-2883

Professional Wall St, Nasdaq/ Inden day trader, seeking investment partner to average 10% weekly, 10 years experience, low risk, high returns. Call 917-825-0053

FALLSBURG, NY, 4 bldgs for sale, total 8 apts & clubhse, rntl $90k yr inc. Grt investment 845-292-9951

Coffee/ Wholesale Distributor great business opportunity $19,400.00 Free website, contact: 866-779-1429 Investment property Park slope- 8 units, rental, 288k, 3.8 million,Clinton hills, 223k rental, 9 units. 3.0 million Looking for investment partner for kitchen/Bathroom co asking $200/$250K investment Co has 30 yrs experience in the industry Working with existing showrooms Call: 210-695-6370/ 212-695-6373

Port Richmond Staten Island Att investors, 4 family w/ good RR with Commercial overlay $450 718-737-6623 GET IN THE BUSINESS BOOM IN CELLPHONE PROTECTION. Cell & cordless phones, hdsets, cmptrs, appliances—all wired/wireless devices create dangerous electropollution, harm health. All at risk, esp kids. Our patented products only solution. EVERYONE NEEDS THEM. HUGE MARKET! Seeking ambitious financially motivated people for terrific homebased bus. With purpose. NO COMPETITION! Give the gift of health & wealth, share with others. 212-496-0996.

Very Active Brooklyn Law Practice For Sale. Only Law Firms with at least 3 Attorneys need Apply. Terms Negotiable. Please Call 718-336-3938 AFTER 6pm PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Experienced company serving Michigan, Ohio and India Inquire within Call Southwood Management 248-217-5040 PRIVATE MONEY AVAILABLE 12% Short Term Quick Closings! 718-490-4300 917-578-9514

EXCELLENT DEAL! Boro Pk restaurant for sale $65k Flex; Prime location in Boro Pk. Serious inqs only. 917-626-2927 Glatt kosher restaurant in Brooklyn, Established 4 years. Long lease w/low rent. Exc oppty. Ask $69k. 718-810-5323

WE DELIVER! REO foreclosures Nationwide & local Packages, all sizes MBT avail 33% up unlimited supply of residential, commercial, performing, Nonperforming notes, hedge funds & REIT Companies are welcome. Call MAGIC REALTY 516-702-6300 yvettemagicreal@optonline.net Brand new Bldg 7300 sq ft 3 store w/ elev mod installation, near trans. Excellent for med offices or day care center. Call Mr. Arthur: 212-947-7817 INVESTOR SPECIAL: Houses $1000’s Below market! Won’t last! Call: 315-778-7460

Financial Services Fixed Rate Predictable Returns Limited Time Offers

12% Secured & Guaranteed Call Now 945-961-2000 Alan J Brown CPA: All business and personal taxes, bookkeeping, payroll and general accounting services. Over 30 yrs experience. Reasonably rates. Call 718-338-2641 or 347-729-3565 Private funds available for refinance/ purchase, residential or commercial. Bank turndowns welcome. Consolidate debt, modify mortgage if behind. 1-800-506-8620. Contour Mrtgage, Licensed Mortgage Banker, 1900 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow.

Attention Commercial Property owners! Reduce taxes & Increase Cash Flow-Put cash in your pocket with an IRS APPROVED Engineering Analysis. Ask for NO COST Preliminary study. Call 800-584-5809

Attention: reverse Mortgage, can you use extra cash? Choose a lump sum line of credit or combination retain title, no mo mortgage payment require, no income requirement. Oscar 305-338-4527 Certified Public Accountant Expertly handles all areas of Accounting & taxation, for business And individuals. Call: 718-282-1553 ATTENTION HOME OWNERS We have recently lowered the interest rate on a loan of $350,000 from 6.25% to 3.25% DO A LOAN MODIFATION Lower your interest rate without hurting your credit. Call Home Lock Management. 800-945-4122

Legal Services THE LAW OFFICES OF JACK ERDOS ATTORNEY AT LAW-ESTATE PLANNING & REAL ESTATE. CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT. 367 AVENUE U, BROOKLYN, NY 11223 718-375-7766 *Looking For Partner To Invest*

Brand new Established Day Care In North Lauderdale FL Also expand in Another location grt opportunity Contact Joanne (954) 446-5535

PRIVATE HOME ATTENDANT AVAILABLE MON-FRI, HAS EXPERIENCE AND REFERENCES. CALL SOFIE: 917-202-5371

Available for repair and installation of telephone and computers. Call Isaac at 718-213-7533 ZEVULAN partner to support my Learning for one year, only $20K Call: 646-385-2259 NEED A RABBI !!! A dynamic experienced Modern Orthodox Rav will lead your shul. Baal Koreh and more, great speaker and educator. Email : evereadyrav@yahoo.com Or call 702-673-7180 Furniture Repair/Refinish Furniture repairs + restorations. Plus painting + Delivery. Please contact: 786-543-7437 AID/ COMPANION/ CHILDCARE with more than 12 years experience, seeks position. Excellent checkable references. Please Call: 718-284-7637

ARE A LEADING IT COMPANY that Specializes in affordable website design, Custom software design, ecommerce solutions, Server maintenance and networking, SEO and more. For a free consultation call AJ Landesman @212-475-8633/ 347249-2959 or see us at www.xcaliberalpha.com offices in Manhattan+Long Island

Help Wanted Jewish Media, is seeking a few pleasant workers to serve the Jewish communities of NY, NJ & FL. $500 a week +Bonus & Commission. Please Call: 917-913-0000 *Welders* Seeking for steel welders, 5 years min, exp, must be able to read WDGS and plans. Bronx location. Salary negotiable, benefits. Contact Rick 718-764-0024 or email resume to rick@bacoent.com

Positions wanted I am a MAN with nursing home exp Seeking position to work with elderly. M-F day/evenings. Ref avail upon Request. Call 718-931-8632/ 917-428-7635 KOL HAOLAM NEWS SEEKS ADVERTISING REPS % BASED. CALL 347-678-0925. E-mail/text kolhaolam@yahoo.com

Cook Wanted LAKEWOOD Restaurant looking for experienced cook Please call 917-453-6776, 845-893-3719 or 732-363-3636

Manager Wanted LAKEWOOD Restaurant looking for heimishe manager. Please call 917-453-6776 or 845-893-3719 Help Wanted Chef, P/time for new upcoming Catering hall, in queens, exper pref, Call bet 10-6pm. 917-696-7879 HELP WANTED/ BKLYN Dental hygienest Boro Park dental office. P/T Fridays 718-854-3333

Help wanted-Secretary SECRETARY FOR YESHIVA in Queens. Must be computer literate. Call: 718-644-4048

Beauty Help wanted Cosmetician, exp’d-F/T knowl of selling cosmetics & fragrances a must. Sal + commish. 718-645-0166

Help wanted Secretary f/t Sun-Thurs Midwood, phones, Filing, comp, lit, photoshop knowl A+ Hebrew A+ Call: 718-998-9301

Hadass is having her prespring specials. Blow outs $15, Manicure/Pedicure on Monday + Tuesday $15, wig blowout $25. wig hair cut special $75. Rental Extension special $50. For sale wig special long + short $550 + up. 1st time make up application $25. Hair color $25 + up w/ free treatment aftercolor. Call for apt Hadass Style 718-339-3939 1705 East 4th, Brooklyn NY

MAN WITH CAR/ VAN NEEDED For newspaper delivery service. Call for more info: 718-998-6602

Cosmetician Stay smooth by Galit Avigail. Waxing, electrolgins and infrared laser/low prices Georgetown Location. 718-214-5046

Medical Help Wanted/Brooklyn Dental assistant receptionist F/T Midwood Bensonhurst area. Please call: 718-339-1122 HELP WANTED Saleslady with some sales exp needed for fabric Store. Call 718-436-5849 or 347-743-7339 Dental Lab In Bensonhurst looking for office help with dental office experience. Good computer skills helpful Call 718-331-2241 or fax resume 718-331-2251

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NAILS TECHS AND MASSAGE THERAPISTS 10 min. manicure Is Hiring Technicians, Massage Therapist. Must be licensed. New JFK Airport location. Apply at www.10minutemanicure.com or call Mary Beth. 866-663-0802

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APRIL 3, 2009 Beauty HAPPY NEW YEAR! Hadass is having her winter specials. Blowouts $15, manicure/ pedicure on Monday & Tuesday $15 Wig blowout $25 wig hair cut special $75 Rental extension special $50 For sale wig special long + short $550 and up. First time make-up application $25 Hair color $25 and up with free treatment after color. Call for you appt. Hadass Style 718-339-3939 1705 East 4th, Brooklyn

Cleaning Services 1st Class Cleaning Professional Cleaning Services. We do it all – All Organic. Insured & Bonded, References Passover Special $129.95 (4 hrs) Servicing Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens 718-408-9244 646-213-3012 www.1stclasscleaningnyc.com AG carpet cleaning Get the most for less! Shommer Shabbat 347-374-3572 or 347417-6187

Christy’s Services: Professional-screened, hard workers for housekeeping, nanny, companion, live in/out. NO FEE. 718-253-4200 or 718-523-4213

1st Class Cleaning Services. We do it all- All organic, Insured & Bonded, references Passover Special $129.95 (4 Hrs) Servicing: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens 718-408-9244 or 646-213-3012 www.1stclasscleaningnyc.com Mr. Clean Carpets, Upholstery cleaning. 27 years exp, Licensed, bonded & insured. Call now for free estimate! 718-241-5753 or 212-461-3224 www.mymrclean.com

Cleaning Services Why call a cleaning company? I offer the best services for apartments or homes. Daily or weekly as needed. Call with confidence, that is my pleasure to be as of service to you. Call for an appointment, ask for: Ms. Hernandez 917549-7142, self employed. REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Unlimited cleaning services, INC full service cleaning co. restaurants, medical facilities, retail estab. UCS specializes in vinyl + acoustic, ceiling cleaning, servicing NY/ CT + MA. Contact 413-455-3818 Email: Info@ucservices.com Web Site-www.ucservices.com

Electrician Lighting/Electrical Track by Jack 917-74-Track(87225) Track lighting specialist. Design/ Installation/ Sales. Updated old cans with small inexpensive heat and energy. Efficient, low-voltage Halogens. Everything stocked. ELECTRICIAN SKILLED IN ALL

Types of Electrical jobs. Big and small. Reid/Com low prices. 718-339-3088 or 917-771-7770 Electrical Service RECESSION PRICES! Don’t let the economy stop U from getting it done. Provide light, heat, power Rem of violations. Payment plans & credit cards accepted. Call 718-829-5400

Handyman Heaven’s Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Hardwd, Tile & Grout Dry in1 Hr. Prompt, Reliable Svc, House Special: 5 Rms + Hallway & Stairs $189.00 . 2 Rms + Hallway $89.00 3 Rms + Hallway $119.00 Sofa & Loveseat $139.00 (718)696-9117

S & S Rubbish Removal All Clean up. Yard/bsmt/ garage. Free est. S&S Rubbish Removal/Demolition. Sh Shab. Please Call Shawn 347-404-1643

R & W Efficient Rubbish Removal & Demolition We do: Moving, Yards, Houses, Stores, Oil Tank & Boiler Removal. Ricky Arthurs. Free estimate available 347-922-2411

RAJA Appl repair. All major brands, Frig, A/C, micrwv, oven/stove, D/W, W/D, reas, reliable 718-377-1428 *HANDYMAN* Give me a call, I do it all! •Kitchens•Ceilings•Bathrooms •Dry Wall•Painting•Tile Work www.QualityDoesCount.com 20years Experience. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Steve 718*614*4916

HARPER’S HANDYMAN SVC. All types of home repair A-Z Done with pricle by dependable, reliable craftsman Call 732-216-7323

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Pest Control

Home Improvement

Rescue pest control Rats*Mice*Roaches*Ants*Silve rfish*Termites Contact KeithTel/fax 718-348-1141, Cell-718-930-9393

Expert kitchen installations, specializing in kitch & inter renovs, custom, finish & general carpentry, plumbing, elect, painting & plastering, install of all standard & gourmet appls, fin bsmts, attics & hse insul. All handyman services. Reas prices. 10% off with mention of ad!!! www.expertkitcheninstallati ons.com for free est 718-227-2775/ 917-817-6981

BATHTUB, TILE REGLAZING + WATERPROOFING Unbeatable price guaranteed. 10% off with ad 718-866-6124/ 917-335-3798

Keep bed bugs away. Our system keeps bed bugs out, GUARANTEED. Ask for Noel 917-470-3850 www.positivepestcontrolpc.com NATURAL GINESIS NO MORE BUGS! 100% NATURAL PLEASE CALL: 800-807-9357 www.naturalginesis.com

Joseph Prestia Heating & Mechanical Gas boilers, water heaters, bathrooms, completely remodeled, wall hung tankless, water heaters, alterations & repairs. Boiler rewiring & trouble shooting. BIOLER TUNE UP-Call now for early discount 718-382-7648 or 917-796-0063

Home Improvement D.L.M CONSTRUCTION Licensed and Insured New Construction, Extension and Complete Renovation, 25 Years Experience Free Estimate 917-968-6809 Giannotti Contracting All pases of home improvements INC. * Finished Basements * Sheetrock * Taping * Extensions * Masonry * Kitchens * Bathrooms * Roofing * Siding * Windows & more. Call Dominick 718-256-9393 Robbie Rugs: sales, installations, restreches, repairs, cleaning, carpet, tile, lino and laminates. 718-431-3836 We’ll floor you with our prices.

509 McDonald Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11218 (corner of Church and McDonald Aves) 159-03 Hillside Ave, Jamaica Queens. 718-206-4202

Exact Masonry. All types of Masonry Specializing in stone & concrete Residential & Commercial Restoration work *Steps *Foundatations *Chimneys *Patios *Pool decks *Sidewalks, and much more! Over 25 years Experience! 732-785-7767

For plumbing snd heating repair mechanic, reasonable rates. 24 hour serv. For free estimate Call Mose 718-813-4154

TREE TRIMMING Sukka Kosher? Call sender 347-200-2098

J Newman, full service construction and violations removed. *Kitchen & Bathroom renov *Basement digouts *Extersions and more. Licensed NYS professional engineer. Fully Lisc and Insured. For free estimate call Steve. 917-975-1752

Childcare C HILD CARE AVAILABLE . Vicinity of Bay Pkwy. FT or PT, references avail. Upon request. 30 yrs Exp. with newborns. Please call 718-256-6214 CHILDCARE/HOUSE

KEEPING COMPANIONSHIP, HONEST R ELIABLE , EXP ’ D , LET WILLING HANDS GUIDE YOU 347-295-3348 B ONDED WWW. WILLINGHANDS . BIZ

PAGE 51 AUTOS Double car garage on avenue for storage or car. Call 347-702-4119 DONATE YOUR VEHICLE Help Disadvantaged kids! TAX DEDUCTION (SOMETIMES BASED ON BLUE BOOK) Free towing, Prompt pickup. CALL FIRST FOR INFO. Children’s literacy 1-800-339-7790

NISSAN 2005 Maxima 3.5 blk/blk lthr, fully loaded, aim, remote start, low jack, Bose, bumper to bumper coverage, 41k mi. $19,300 917-940-4448

Donate your car: Truck, SUV, 4x4, property profit + real estate donation? We’ll pay cash for your car. Tax donation Min/Max 500-5000 *Free vacation* Pick-up free 24/7. 501C approved-running or not- no papers needed. Donations, provide clothing, food education program. Bless the children’s fund. 877-907-KIDS (5437) 2001 Construction Odyssey Inc: Remodeling, house, apts, bsmt, offices, soters, new kitch + bths. Ceramic/Marble, fences + decks, cement and interlock pavers. Lic+ins. Please call 646-220-3221 or 718-243-9327

Electrician Electrician All electrical needs. New lines Trouble shouting fixtures. Call Yahuda: 347-631-0481

From The Hamptons

Automation, Control & Programming Authorized Homelogic Dealer & Lutron Lighting Systems & Shades

Just Right

Sights & Sounds Custom Audio & Visual Installations Home Theater Specialists Indoor/Outdoor TV Screens & Speakers

Authorized Installers for Plasma TV’s, Projectors and LCD’s, ISF Certified

Make Your Dream Home Theater A Reality! 631.278.8594 • 516.851.9360 jrssav.com

PAGE 52 Home Improvement ALL YOUR TRUCKING/VAN NEEDS. RELIABLE DISCOUNTED RATES. CALL RAM: 917-696-0000

1997 Lexus SC 400 gold package 93,000 miles, clean 8500. Contact: 631-944-1669

Donate your car Truck, SUV, 4x4, property boat, real estate donation? We’ll pay cash for your car. Tax donation min/max: $500-$5,000- Free vacation, pick up free 24/7 501c3 approved-running or not- no papers needed, donations provide, clothing, education programs. Bless the kids fund. 877-907-KIDS (5437)

Autos/ Police Impounds!! $500 Police Impounds!! Honadas, Chevys, Toyotas & more!! Please call for listings 800-366-0124 x 2305

Auto for Sale MERCEDES 2003 ML500 Blk, 59K, fully loaded, excel cond. $35,582 917-498-1716 MUSTANG 2008 GT 5spd, blk w/ beige, lthr, over 5K in extras, 3800mi. $26K 631-727-0774

CHRY 2006 SEBRING Touring, wht, 4 dr, auto, pwr windows + doors, 27k mi, AM?FM?CD. Immac. $9500 516-805-6999

Donate your car $300 each 1-866-461-2450

Autos for sale. Mercedes Benz, C220, 1996, black w/tan interior, power windows/doors/seats goodtires, good condition, moon roof $3,200/obo Call: 646-234-4477

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Moving & Storage

Seewaldusedcars.com Pass vans, cargo vans, cars, cycles, 718-773CARS (2277) email: 773cars@gmail.com

Massage European Bodywork Midtown location *All CC’s accepted 212-221-6055

MAZEL TOV Moving and Storage Special rates for the holidays Lic & Ins DOT # 10587 718-443-7700

CARS FOR SALE $200/$500 cars 4 cash. Any model, any condition. Call: 347-234-8566

Reflexology (Feet) Powerful treatment, balance body system, organ and glands. Alleviates pain, eases stress & cleans toxins from the body. Deeply rejuvenates & relaxin. Certified 19 yrs exp. Call Gilli David 718-436-4096

Auto Buyers Cars, Trucks, Any condition Cash on the spot highest $$$ Fast, Free Pick up, anywhere, anytime 732-298-4539 DONATE YOUR CAR! Free vacation + $1,000 gift car. 24/7 free pickup tax deduction. HELP CHILDREN IN CRISIS. Se habla espanol. 877-829-9633 SELL YOUR VEHICLE FREE QUOTES!!! ANY CONDITION NEW OLD JUNK NOT TITLE NO PROBS SAME DAY PICK UP. FREE TOWING!! CALL 718-864-2872

Aviation LEARJET 24 Current on all inspections Exterior/Interior a “9” $350,000 HANGAR FOR SALE McCarran Intl Airport, Las Vegas, NV Concrete Pre-Fab Construction Office Space in Front $1.1Million 702-592-2686 or charterairlines@yahoo.com Photos:charterairlinesinc.com

Aviation FL HANGAR: For rent. North Perry Airport HWO 305-891-7766 or 786-423-0323

1997 Challenger 604 9 Pssngr, 1 yr old paint & int. 1987 Challenger 601 12 pssngr, 1 yr old paint & int, Both available for short or long term lease with crew and Part 135 Revenue. 614-338-4382

NEW BORN SPECIALIST VERY EXPERIENCED IN SINGLE/MULTIPLE BIRTHS. HAVE EXCELLENT REFERENCES, VERY WARM AND RELIABLE. REASONABLE RATES. CALL NICOLE ANYTIME. (347) 645-3384 Massage special: 1 hour for $50 with this ad. (regularly $70). Open 8am-12 midnight, 7 days, private parking. Call 908-352-8881 or check us out at www.lyydown.net

OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE!!! Licensed massage for women: Specializing in Swedish, Shiatsu, acupressure and Mofacial release. By oppnt only M-F 9am-1pm, Sat 10am-6pm 133 West 72nd Street NYC Call 917-359-2960 Get your new power wheelchair, power scooter and its hospital beds. For absolutely no cost to you. Fast delivery. Call toll free to qualify: 800-470-7567 Weight loss solution To loose weight + inches but NOT MUSCLE. Start cinching, deliciously, easy. 718-851-9478 or 718-645-2744 Licensed Master Reiki, Professional massage T:718-236-5861 C: 917-292-6075 Body Work Sport & Swedish massage Shiotsu, foot reflexogy Stress relief & relaxation.

TRI-STATE TRACTOR DELIVERY. 48/153’ PERSONALIZED SERVICE. ALSO RENT/BUY. STORAGE TRAILER. CALL 917-566-4878

Visit international synagogue at JFK Int Airport. IAT Terminal #4-4th flr “The only shul in an airport in the western hemisphere.” Minyamin/ services prior to El-Al. SWISS AIR-CZECK FLIGHTS. Manny Weiss, president Rabbi Bennett M Rackman, Chaplain. www.jfkshul.com 718-646-5044 MOVING!? OR MANPOWER Most proposals by phone Local & Long Distance Residential & Commercial 25+ YRS. OF SERVICE 212-675-1400 GET IT DONE!?! CROSSLANDNYC.COM

Pets Puppies for Sale Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puppies Descended from the UK’s most winning whole color bloodline genetic guarantee offered. $2000 Call for Health Info: 309-736-7951

Pets for sale FL Rare talking Macaw Catalina, 18 month-old female, very tame with very exotic colors. Contact 561-762-9995 Maltese & Morkie puppies available Ready to go home. Beautiful Baby Dolls. Stating at $850. For pics email: Puppy.mania@yahoo.com 631-865-6095 YORKSHIRE TERRIER PUPPIES. Beautiful Tea cup/ Toy. Registered, Vet checked, Shots. $1,050. *Mention the Jewish Voice for 10% Off* 631-899-2973

Merchandise Wood shed for sale 12x14’, very good condition w/2 windows. Door & pwr gar door. Paid $7k Sacrifice $4k OBO. Large SLIGH Grandfather clock, new condition, 2 area rugs 6.5x10’ and 10x14’ paid over $10k. Will sacrifice for $5k. 845-705-3386 Judaica Store out of business! SELLING ALL MERCAHNDISE AND CONTENTS OF STORE. 347-713-5340/ 646-210-7174 LIQUIDATION: $100,000 DISCOUNT DESIGNER CLOTHING BUSINESS, STARTS APRIL 5 BEST OFFER Italica Scooter New 63 miles $850.00 Contact: 305-256-6024

APRIL 3, 2009

Merchandise

Tsivia Jewelry 44-24 16th Avenue 718-633-0927 50%-80% off all jewelry Large Selection of beautiful Sterling silver

Do you have merchandise you can’t sell? We’ll buy entire warehouse. Please call: 347-496-1626

Art supplies/ Art Classes & Custom framing, with over 25 yrs of education experience, 17 yrs of retail serv and our full service custom frame dept, Zelda’s Art World is the only serious choice for art classes, art supplies and frames. 2291 Nostrand Ave 718-317-7779 Dining rm set: hand carved, solid mahogany, Chippendale design, banquet size, inlaid butl top table, china cabinet, 10 chairs. Worth $29k, MINT $8,900. All crystal grand chandelier w/12 lights. 38x40 from Austria. $1,975. 973-265-4310

Collectibles Wanted Fountain pens wanted parker/ mont blanc + waterman, watches wanted, rolex + patek phillippe + beatles memorabilia. Call at 305-951-1624 Wanted: Men’s Brialle watch, dress wrist watch, solid gols or platinum or gold plated. Wind-up eith button opening or winder in. very expensive. Exc make if on is not found, that’s OK, I tried. 646-938-3410 or 718-547-7697 Auctions-Govt actions online, trucks, autos, equipment & more! Online bidding: auctionsinternational.com 100+ countries, cities, towns, state agencies. For complete details call 1-800-536-1401 x120 member NNA, NYSAA (tri-state buy) HUGE DEALS EVERYDAY Old watches + watches wanted. Toy collector, regardless of condition. Highest prices paid. 212-517-8725

buyAvon4less.com Free shipping in the US. No min. Must use code REPSS. CALL 800-980-6232

Bob Dylan Wanted: Original 1963-366 NY+NJ Concert Posters Will Pay $3000 Cash 310-346-19656 COLLECTIBLES FOR SALE FOR SALE OLD COLLECTIBLES. PLATES AND 33 RPM RECORDS. 305-542-0617

CASH FOR COLLECTIBLES WE COME TO YOU LLADRO, HEREND, HUMMEL, ROYAL DOULTON, BOEHM, ANRI, MEISSEN CYBIS, ARMANI, ROSENTAL, LALIQUE, SWAROWSKI AND SIMILAR 732-261-6298

BOATS FOR SALE OVER 26

PRO SPORT 2003 CATAMARAN 29’ Great combination, fishing & recreational Boat, twin 120HP diesels, factory refitted, Fully loaded w/ electronics & auto pilot Half tank of fuel to Canyon $55K 631-581-1639 or 914-325-1549

Other Services

Mattress & Box spring Queen, Pillow top Still In Plastic $350 (631) 716-0174

Web Design, Marketing and Hosting Let us build you a web business, Not just a website.Experts in e-commerce, search engine Optimization and marketing.Our customers include HANC, The Vaad of Queens, The Young Israel of West Hempstead and 100’s of other business And organizations. NDH Web Design www.nghwed.com 516.505.0705

Sports + Tickets Buy/ Sell tickets/ Yankees/ Mets/ Knicks/ Rangers/ Giants/ Jets and all concerts sports and theater. 800-764-1560 www.arentix.com

MUSIC + ORCHESTRA/ CT THE KLEZICAL TRADITION KLEZMER BAND, SOLO STROLLING, 7 PIECE FINEST IN JEWISH MUSIC AND DANCE, LEADING *GAMES *CLASSICAL *JAZZ 203-374-0607 KLEZICAL@MAIL.COM

Valley thrift store: (Nonprofit.) 949 Amsterdam Ave. Men, Women & children; House wares, books, videos, DVD, CD, many other items. Mon-Fri 10am5pm, Sat noon-4pm. 212-222-2600

Merchandise wanted COLLECTOR LOOKING FOR JEWISH/ISRAELI ART. 201-575-0055

SOLID OAK PEWS: Used, For sale, total of 37 at 8 ft, 1 at 10 ft, 1 at 11 ft. Call 516-481-7090 between 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri, Leave message.

Sukkah 10’ x 10’ $225 Silver vinyl tarp, steel frame. NO TOOLS NEEDED. 973-460-1957 or 973-460-1968 (NJ) www.HAPPYSUKA.COM

Other Services Shaimos: Buried K’halacha. Very reasonable. No charge for good usable books. We accept Posul Sifrei Torah, tefflin & mezuzas. Pinter 4408 14th Ave 718-871-2260 or 917-589-5992 Value Trans Shomer Shabbos Forwarder IN MAINLAND CHINA. Looking out four your interests. ValueTrans Express Inc. 212-819-0111 www.valuetrans.com

Expert alterations, Marine Park 3 yrs experience with alterations for the whole entire family. Custom made gowns and dresses. Ladies, teens and children. Trained and experienced designer. Call 718-252-0402 Kel Nah Refa Nah Lah “Please, Please help me” Frum woman, mother of two children, four grand children in desperate need of kidney-type B. G-d gave us two kidneys so we can donate one. And G-d bless you for saving my life. 732-996-0336

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New Jersey

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Israel

House For Rent

House For Sale

Apartment For Rent

Long Branch: Huge lot, 125 x300, one block from Kollel, 4 BRs, 3 bths, hrdwd flrs, renovated granite kitchen, 2 car gar, deck + sun room. Asking $899,000. Call Owner 917-406-5232

Middletown- 3 Br, 2 Ba, frpl, full fin bsmt, 2 car gar, c/ac, gas heat, all appls, walking distance to red bank & NYC trans, Avail now. $2500. 732-739-3879

For sale Israel KIryat GAT Near Beersheva- 2 Brs, KItch, L/R, 400 sq ft, front yard, playground.$80K Call 917-804-4158

Jerusalem hotel: luxury 3 BR apt, DR, LR, Kosher EIK, Pool, Near Kotel. Call 847-721-7722

Jerusalem Bels Sans: excellent location, charming 1 BR, with heating & AC, short term. Reasonably priced 514-1573-8769 or 514-276-8769

West Orange: Mother & daughter, 17 rm, LR w/fireplace, formal DR, butler pantry, 5 BR, 3 bth, 75 x 150 buses to NY every ½ hour, nr highways. $430K. Open house SUN 1-4 pm. Walk to synagogue, transportation, shopping and more! 201-704-1397

Fairlawn: $409,900, 5 BR, 2bth colonial c/c updated MEIK, also 695,000 new construction, 4 BRs, 4.5 bths. Help pick out your new MEIK. Family room + recreation room & office.--Elmwood Park: $359, 4 BR, 2.5bth, S/L Home, new MEIK, beautiful family room and office. Call Carol WeissmanWeichert Realtors201-794-7722 ext.249

Apartment for rent, NJ, 2nd floor in private house. 2 BR, Lrg LR, lrg kitchen. Includes heat & hot water, lrg closets. $1,150 201-659-5574

Residential/Commercial Howell, NJ Near Lakewood, 20,000 sq ft asking 650k. Reasonably priced! Call now Dominick 908-415-2299 or Sal 718-853-3629

Hazlet: Locust Grove 2 BR, 1.5 bth, washer/dryer, CAC, new hot water heater, stove and furnace & front door, asking $20,000. Please Call: 732-216-4521

House

For Sale

Deal Lake Jersey Shore Home Lake views throughout the house. A beauty on the outside; Needs work On the inside. 5 bdrms, 3 ½ baths. Located on Senic Edgemont Drive in Loach Arbour. 4 blocks to Ocean. $1,200,000 Call Owner 732-918-1216

House for sale, Rockland County Wesley Hills, Powderhorn area: Nearly new 4 BR, 4 Bth C/H, 1 acre Lot on culde-sac. Porch, deck, maids rm, 2 car gar, beaut 3 rm walk-out fin bsmnt. Many extras. Principals only. 845-354-1495

LAKEWOOD OPEN HOUSE 6/29, 1-4p 4 seasons gated active adult community. 2 Br, 2 Ba, lr, dr, nook, Fam room, 1 car gar. Golf course, indr/outdr pool, bacci, tennis $249K. Owner: 732-614-6621 Hazlet: locust grove, 2 BR, 1.5 ba, W/D, C/AC, new ht water htr, stove, furnace and front door asking $120,000. Call 732-216-4521 West Orange: Fabulous location, large 3BR, 2.5bth, bi-level with fireplace, 2 car gar attached on cul de sac, next to shul. Large family room with sliders to yard, CAC, hardwood flrs, EIK. Call Judy 973-652-2593 or 973-779-6400 or 973-618-1716 ALSO: Possaic Park 4 BR, 2 bth, colonial w/ 2 car gar. Must see! $275k. CALL!

Old Ridge: Rural 3+ ac custome 5 br, 2 ba, full base, deck, walk to NY bus, $535, 000. Owner 732-207-8869

House For Rent Beach Haven West min to LBI beaches, 4 BR BA on lagoon w/dock, W/D, C/AC, sun porch, May, June $1300/wk;July-August $1800/wk. 732-489-5607

House for rent-Lakewood Stunning, new construction, 5 Br, 3 Bth, EIK, granite countertops, hardwood floors throughout main floor, lg master suite whirlpool. Won’t last. Call ER Fisher 732-966-5965

Muttontown: 5 BR, 4 ba, center hall colonial on 2 park like acres, updates kit/ hdwd flrs/ Window/ CAC, alarm, family room w/ brick fire place. Pets allowed. Call owner 516-484-3364

Lakewood House for Rent 4-8 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Option to Buy Finished office in basement Fenced yard, garage. $3,500/mo + util Walking distance to shul 732-232-9557

Location! Location! 4BR, 2.5ba, colonial on quite street on a west long branch boarder. 2 miles to beach, walking distance to synagogue, move in condition. Many updates on large lots 4899. Please call 732-233-4882

For sale/For rent WOODBRIDGE, Rosemont Estates- Brand new, beautiful grounds, pools. Possible financing avail Call: 908-910-1028 Lv msg

Vacation property Fire Isles: sea view, 5 BR, lrg bay front summer home, 3/22, 9/8, $29,900-July+Aug, $13k, all appls, LR, DR, bck yd grill, lrg kit 718-429-3437 www.12bayview.info

STONE HARBOR Beach block, Victorian Beauty, 8 BR, 5BA, sleeps 24, A/C all amenities. Wireless Inter net. Avail Aug 23-30, Labor Day Weekend, Sept and Oct Reasonable rates 609-425-6206

Apartment For Rent

Red Bank Area Working M will share. Room avail. $600/mo 908-907-0035

Office/Commercial/ Business For Rent Commercial property HBWE REALTY Ranway/Linden NJ Warehouse 15,000, 30, 000& 40,000 22 ft high, plenty of parking space, Avail for imm purchase or lease! Call Barry Littman 917-363-3974 Jersey city warehouse space Available. 10,000+ sf. Call Joe or Ben, 718-947-5037

Exit 21, NYS thruway, beautiful camp/campus for rent for shabbotonim, school groups, families, etc. Available ApriJune. Also available for Yeshiva groups July-Aug. brand new program for week of August 25th-Sept 1st. exclusive father/son camping program and mini camp program. 347-753-3636

Condo / Co-op For Sale Condos/Co ops/NJ Hoboken-$1.15 m secluded carriage house, 3 firplaces, luxury, appliance package, patio +w/trellis+hot tub, terrace 3 flrs 201-400-3986

FOR SALE, LAKEWOOD 4 CONDOS AVAILABLE 2,000-2,400 sq. ft. $335,000- $345,000 1st St. & Madison Ave. Please call for info/appt. 718-974-5550

Land/Lots For Sale Investement property/ land for sale NJ 182 Acres Howell NJ Near exclusive golf club Great for an estate or development. Asking 1.5 Mil Call Sam 973-694-1222

Help Wanted HELP WANTED-NJ Pharmacist position available in Lakewood, NJExc, salary. Pleasant work envirnment. Gershon: 732-666-1748

AUTOS Children’s hope charities-ACar donation is tax deductible, free pick-up, any condition. 800-6921221. For NJ call 973-504-6215. Not an endorsement

Seriously. . . the Kitchen You've Always Wanted - Thermador cook top, 2 Viking Ovens, 2 Dishwashers, SubZero fridge and 2 SubZero drawer freezers - granite counters and back splash - magnificent design with plenty of space for entertaining. Secluded property, guest suite on first floor and galleria foyer with 1/2 bath. The architecture and open floor plan of this home provide style, sophistication and substance at its best. One Hour to NYC and minutes to the Beach. $799,000 Call Denise Oliver @ 732-614-0595

Other Services Property Management Experience company serving MICHIGAN, OHIO AND INDIANA Call Shepherd Properties 248-217-5040

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For sale excellent location in Rishpon near Sea north of Hertzeliah Pituach. 1500 sf. Good location for more than one villa. Call 516-829-5967/ 011972-267-97085 or cell 972-54-846-3045

Apartment For Rent Jerus, central. New 4 BR lux apt in 18 unit bldg. incl all linen, applncs, Kitch ware. Kosher & sh shab. Short Term rentals. 416-782-6791

Apartment for rent Israel 2BR/2bth fully equipped strictly kosher apartment in Jerusalem within walking distance to Kotel/ porch + terrace off the living room + master BR. Available for Pesach. Contact Owner. 718-544-7571

2BR/2bth fully equipped strictly kosher apartment in Jerusalem within walking distance to Kotel/ porch + terrace off the living room + master BR. Available for Pesach. Contact Owner. 718-544-7571

Apt for rent Israel Baka, Jerus: lux 3 Br apt. 1 main & 1 ensuite bth. Nr Talpiot/Rechavia. Fully furn, pvt gar, covered porch, 1st flr. Short term/Long term or Succos. Email: yanwo@yahoo.com or call 718-490-0855

Kiryat Shmuel, near Reccavia & katamon. Sunny tastefully renov 2 BR w/ priceless View, lg balcony & lux built ins. Walk to all. Call David 212-558-5682 davekuf@yahoo.com

Apartment For Rent Spring

in Jerusalem 20% discount. Vacation dept. 4 star hotel suite! Best location! 1 BR salon, sleeps 4, daily maid. Kitchen, Health Club. 011972-8-633-4758

Other Services Israel’s PC doctor: total computr sevc/ support/ home/ office calls/ day/ night 24/7 hardware/ software/ data backup/ recovery/ virus protection/ removal windows, office, internet, e-mail, network solutions, MCP, MCsa, A+, Network + Certified. Rescuing sick computers. Since 1991. 054-7726239 or 054-785-6239 beau1@techie.com www.israeldoctor.com

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Florida Real Estate

Real Estate

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For Rent

Office/Commercial/ Business For Rent

Office/Commercial/ Business For Sale

IF YOU EVER CONSIDERED BUYING IN FLORIDA, NOW IS THE TIME! FABULOUS BUYS ON CONDOS, VILLAS AND PRIVATE GATED COMMUNITIES. CALL COREY FISHMAN, PRUDENTIAL 561-252-8835! DON’T WAIT TILL IT’S TOO LATE!

Hallendale: La meron, beautifully furnished 1500 sf condo, 2 BR, 3 bth, restaurant, beauty salon, state of the art gym, pool. Reasonably priced, negotiable, asking $325k. Near Diplomat Hotel, shopping, trans and more. ALSO 1 BR, 1,000sf furnished and ready to move-in. Call: 954-458-2280

Orlando: Furnished Condo 2 BR, 2 Bth, 2nd floor, club house, pool tennis court $150k negotiable 813-390-5008

Downtown Miami: Beautiful units with bay view, gym, pool. Special prices 1/1 $1,000-2/2 $1,300. Great location 615 NE 22nd St, Miami. Call now! 305-576-5606 or 305-435-1290

North Miami Beach: Beautiful home, 3 BRs, 2 bth, near shuls shopping, trans and more! $1800/mo. Call owner 786-512-2863 or 305-652-1314

Commercial prop FL Ft Lauderdale: adj ftl, exec airport, bay/whse industrial, 30’ ceil zoned M3 mfg, remod 7000sf whse/mfg area+ 1000sf ac 954-610-6362

Kilwin’s Chocolates and ice cream franchise. Stores available in Orlando/ Hollywood and Miami, FL. Website www.kilwins.com Contact 239-495-2443

North Miami Beach: Beautiful home, 3 BRs, 2 bth, near shulsm shopping, trans and more! $1800/mo. Call owner 786-512-2863 or 305-652-1314

Condo for rent Delray Beach, Kings Pt: 55+ community, pool, golf, shuttle bus, club home, 2 BR, 2 bth or 1 BR, 1.5 bths, remodeled, all new apps, reasonable rate. Call owner 561-350-3272

Commercial space for rent Storefront/office In PEMBROKE PINES, plenty of parking. 305-776-1777

Miami Beach: Carriage Club South, totally redone, 2nd flr, marble flrs, mirrors built in. Call Barbara 786-325-2269 BEACH FRONT REALTY

MICCO- LIVE + WORK IN GATED PRIVATE PROPERTY

10,000 SQ FT UNDER AIR CUSTOM HOME WITH SEPARATE

8,000 SQ FT WORKSHOP/ HOME HAS EXTENSIVE + TILE- FEATURES THE

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Florida Real Estate 85001 Acres High Quality Timberland With solid returns from growth of trees deep water frontage, access to Gulf of Mexico. $1750/acre 352-867-8018

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A DEAL @ 1.1 MILLION. CONTACT 321-431-8120 VIEW: WWW.EXTREMEFLORIDAHOME.COM

Property For Sale Vero Beach, FL: 5 acres (Cleared), upscale subdiv of estate homes. $195,000 413-250-5157 SUNRISE: 4/2 $150K FORECLOSURE, BIG BACKYARD, POOL, UPGRADED GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, NEW CABINETS MUST SELL! GREAT DEAL 877-858-2977

POMP: Palm Aire, 3/2 corner unit, 100% renovated w/ new open kitchen & granite counter tops. New kitchen cabinets & appliances. New tile bathrooms, tile flrs throughout. Owner asking $219,000. 954-675-7219

North Myrtle Beach for sale1 bdrm, 1 bth, pool. Asking $85,000 Call: 718-661-1286

South FL luxury- Ocean front condos: FT Lauderdale, Pompano Beacxh, Hillsboro Beach, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Highland Beach. Contact Gary Birmingham 954-464-4336 Charles Rutenberg Realty

Boyton Beach: Professional AAA office seaking office space. Renovated 1375sf, 4 offices, conference rm, kitchen, bathroom & storage. Selling w/ discount $275,000. Call Warren 954-682-5933

Great location-Falls- 5 BR/ 4.5 built 2004 5k/20k View website: www.9951sw124terr.com $1,195,000.00 Contact 786-344-0041

Belle Harborbrnd new building, Ocn front living with direct access to boardwalk & bch, 1 or 2 BR condos, 1 or 2 baths, ultra mod kit/ bth, ss appls, designer itlaian porcelain tiles,ovrszd triple paned windows, pvt balk facing ocean, hrdwd floors, pvt pool, drmn, indoor pvt parking, near shuls & transp. Fanny/Agt, 917-559-6942, 718-258-5596

Boca Raton, Century Vil. Lux 2 BR, 2bths, lakefront view, short wlk to orthodox shul & clubhouse. New kitch, new A/C, upgrade 561-487-3711

Properties for sale Florida Jax Bch-Atlantic Beach & Ponte Vedra Bch, ocean front in/or golf course living, 350k to $3M+ 904-710-3468. WWW.MarthaVidal.com

For Rent or Sale in Florida 2BR, w/ amazing bay view Sleeps 6 Comfortably 2Bths Walking distance to Shul Beautiful Gym, Jacuzzi, Boat and Fishing Dock Tennis Courts and more Incl. completely furnished apt Washer Dryer, Sheets, blankets, towels, etc. Ready for Rent or Sale Immediately Come stay for a few days, weeks, or more. Call917-686-4824 For Serious Purchase Inquiries Hallendale: La Mer on ocean, beautifully furnished 1500 sq ft condo 2 BR, 2 bth restaurant, beauty salon, state of the art gym, pool. Reasonably priced negotiable asking $245k. Near diplomat hotel, shopping trans + more! Also 1 BR, 1,000 sq ft furnished + ready to move in. Handyman special- Call 954-458-2880

SURFSIDE/ Bal Harbor Ocean Front- Soli Mar 3/2.5, 2750 sq ft, decorated fully furnished, Shabbos elevator + next to schools $2.5M 305-308-7385 (text to 305-890-3696) Keyword:mh1141 Atlantic Beach 2BR, 1.5 bth Condo, Patio CAC Walk to Private Beach, Boardwalk + Temple Private parking, Low Main. $399K 516-596-7305 CONDO FOR SALEFLORIDA NEWLY RENOV FURN, 2 BR, 2 BTH, LR/DR AREA, CLOSED IN, SUN-ROOM, 3 WALK-ON CLOSETS, GRANITE FLRS, NEW TILE FRLS, A/C. 55 GATED COMMUNITY, 2 POOLS, MANY AMENITIES. WALK TO SHULS, SHOP, LOW MAINT. REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE. BY OWNER, $99K FIRM. 305-877-6927 Condo for sale FL Naples: TARPON BAY CONDO 2 BR/2 BA; Tiled, clubhouse, pool, gym, Comm. Office, pets OK $185K. Call: 239-777-4952 or 239-254-7633 Florida Condo for sale Orlando New 5 star resort, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bath townhouse. All Amenities, 5 minutes to Disney/universal. $125/night. Chuck 908-874-7018 North Myrtle Beach for sale1 bdrm, 1 bth, pool. Asking $85,000 Call: 718-661-1286

Condo for sale/ rent Sunrise, FL: 2/2 55t condo, first floor, very spacious, completely refinished, tile floor, very spacious, completely refinished, tile floor on large lake, no pets. Great location. $950 mo. 954-472-6211

Property for sale Key Largo Village with two desirous homeowner’s parks w/boat ramps/ private beach + picnic area offering a well maintained mobile home in excellent condition. 2 BR, 1 ba, w/screened porch + large shed land included/ pets allowed. $250K. Contact: 305-987-7271

Delray Beach: 2 BR, 2 bth, completely furnished, washer/ dryer, closed porch, etc updated. Beautiful clubhouse with Broadway ent, golf course & more, nr trans, shopping, etc. Call Owner: 561-706-5874

Condo for sale FL Aventura/ Mystic: 2 BR, 2 bth + den, upgrades, golf view, pool, gym, walk to synagogue. Golden Realty, Brigette Pfindel 954-554-5144

Tampa: 3 BR, 2Bth condo. 2nd floor , Built 2006 Clubhouse pool,$150k Nego. 813-390-5008

Miami Beach Tower 31, beautiful 1 BR convertible, 2 bths, 5th flr, sleeps 4, ready for Pesach. 917-734-5263

Pesach Rental in Miami FL Miami Bch: Indian Creek, King David Towers. Lux Apt, 2 BR, 2 bths, beaut beach view $2500 718-677-9825 Fountain Bleau Hotel: Miami Beach, magnificent 800 sq ft studio. Sleeps 4-6 renting daily/ wkly. Avail pesach. ALSO 1 BR apt Carriage Club North. Available weekly 347-804-4666 Sunny Isles: 1/1 renovated penthouse + appliances, parking, gym, pool, beach nearby. $1350 954-263-5525, Ronnie.

Pesach Rental in Miami FL Miami Bch: Indian Creek, King David Towers. Lux Apt, 2 BR, 2 bths, beaut beach view $2500 718-677-9825

Florida Rent/Sale Delray Beach Huntington Point 55+ comm.. villa 2BR/2bth + den & garage. Decorator finished, clubhouse. Please call: 561-496-6281

Miami Beach, FL carriage house. Lg 3 Br, 3 Bth, magnify apt 14th fl shab elev, newly renov, lg terr, ocean front, fitness club, overlooking ocean, tennis courts, shul on premises 347-804-1666

Marco Island: 4 BR/ 4 bth amazing home. 3rdraw on beach. Private gated country club with private elevator. Golf/ tennis/ private club house. $9,000.00 330-354-9506

Condo for rent Delray Beach, Kings Pt: 55+ community, pool, golf, shuttle bus, club home, 2 BR, 2 bth or 1 BR, 1.5 bths, remodeled, all new apps, reasonable rate. Call owner 561-350-3272

South Miami: 4 bed/ 2 b double garage, near University of Miami and Miami Children’s Hosp. cater to Medical Personal, private contractor or as storage. $1800. Call Owner 786-879-3223 MIAMI BEACH SO: 1 or 2 BRs for sale or rent (monthly or yearly). Also Orlando 2 BRs wkly 718-435-3677 or 917-685-3692 Broward: 4 BR, 2.5 bth, luxury townhouse, gated community, granite counter tops, spacious 2500 sq ft great location, easy tri county commute, 2 car gar, 30 ft boat dock w/ ocean access. 1975 Call : 954-472-8921

Hallandale: 1817 S. Ocean Dr. Large, 1 BR, 1.5 bth, unfurn, Bay&Ocean views. $950 a month, yearly. Call owner: 954-457-8570 MIAMI BEACH, Portugal Towers, Ocean view, 2 BRs. Weekly or monthly Rental. Call: 718-753-4479

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Condos for rent Kosher condo Sarsota, FL Fully equip. kitchens, 3 Br, 2 BA, Sleeps 6, washer, 1 dryer, walking Distance to worship, near pool, whirpool, Fitness & business center. Avial now December 2008- 3k/mo special rates July–Oct 2008 Call: 612-220-2382

Boca Delray, 2 BR exclus condo 50& up. For sale or rent, 2 bath, patio, EIK, 1 mi from beach. Near all $159k. Call owner 917-749-6433

Office/Commercial/ Business For Rent Fort Myers: Restaurant/ Night Club, large entertainment area with outside bar. 3 acres + 15000 sq ft bldg, excellent location in S Fort Myers nr Cape Coral. Contact Mr. Anulli 239-810-1806 Tudor Villa Realty Office for rent FL Miami Area- Pembroke Road, busy shopping center retail, office. 6675 Pembroke Road, 800 or 1600 sq ft. Contact 786-506-7895 Office space for rent, FL North Miami Beach office space 400-3000 sq ft available, utilities included, electricity + Cleaning contract. 305-270-0870

Commercial space for rent Storefront/office In PEMBROKE PINES, plenty of parking. 305-776-1777

Office/Commercial/ Business For Sale Sweetwater, FL: Intl University, 21 units, 6 properties. 18K gross monthly, Income, most units remodeled, grt location! $2.399 million. Contact 305-205-8934 Commercial prop FL Ft Lauderdale: adj ftl, exec airport, bay/whse industrial, 30’ ceil zoned M3 mfg, remod 7000sf whse/mfg area+ 1000sf ac 954-610-6362

Brand new Established Day Care looking for partner to expand this daycare plus looking for a partner to invest in a 2nd daycare in another location, Grt Opportunity. Contact Joanne 954-446-5535

Powerboats for sale FL 35.5’ Sonic- ’04 Blue & wht custom graphic tw 496 HO 425HP. 298 Hrs bravo drives hydraulic steering opt’s: flat scr, micro on off mufflers, stand up lab head elec seats Mint Cond N/S like new health issues Rack Storage $129K Owner 954-772-6633

Pizzeria for sale est 32 yrs, very profitable gross $600k-$800k. asking $575K, plus Dairy Queen/ paper bag factory/ pizzerias/ bakeries/ coin laundries/ car wash. Contact 305-439-4516

Factory maker of plastic and acrylic displays/ vending machines well established/ profitable grossing $1.4 million. Owner retiring asking $595K. Contact Joe 305-439-4516 email: joeypinsker@aol.com

Comm for sale Steam Tables: glass, cooler prep tables, slicer, freezer, stove, fryer, grill, dough, sheeter, conv/oven, expresso & ice machines 305-632-6591

Business for sale, Florida Scooter business, in S Beach for sale. RIGHT TIME FOR THE SEASON. 954-732-9597

Hollywood: ‘60’s style diner, 3,000 sf sits on corner ¾ acre, business & property, 795k. Rare Opportunity 754-235-8778

Penn Mutual Life Insurance: Business, located in South Florida for sale (due to death of owner) Contact 954-538-1904

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